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Finnish doom and post-metal artist Harri Kauppinen has returned after a decade-long silence with ABANDONED OCEAN, a new English-language project. The debut release, the ‚Inner Dusk‘ EP, blends lo-fi, doom, and post-metal elements into an intimate singer-songwriter framework, marking Kauppinen’s first new music since 2016.

KING DUDE is stepping back into the spotlight with a full band behind him for the first time in more than eight years. The gothic Americana and neofolk artist will headline Lefty’s Music Hall in Brisbane on June 25, supported by special guests MIDNIGHT MACABRE and Lewin Grimley and The Broken Strings.

London heavy fuzz outfit STEAK have unveiled their brooding new single ‚Cometh‘, the first taste of their forthcoming studio album due Autumn 2026 via Stickman Records. The track arrives alongside a dark animated music video and a string of European live dates, including support slots alongside ALL THEM WITCHES.

Florida power metal outfit SEVEN KINGDOMS has announced their sixth full-length album, ‚Sono Sola‘, set for a fall release. The band will launch a crowdfunding campaign on May 26th, continuing their long-established direct-to-fan model. Recorded at Morrisound Recording, the album promises to be their heaviest and most melodic work to date.

Horror Pain Gore Death Productions announces a ferocious split album uniting Japanese crossover thrash acts LOWCARD DE LA MORTE and KILLSEDUCTION. ‚Kill De La Morte‘ arrives May 29 on CD and digital formats, with singles and pre-orders already live.

Swedish progressive metal masters EVERGREY have unveiled their third pre-album single, ‚Leaving The Emptiness‘, alongside an official music video. The track serves as a preview of their upcoming fifteenth studio album, ‚Architects Of A New Weave‘, set for release on June 5, 2026 via Napalm Records.

New Jersey progressive rock duo DATURA LODGE have released their debut single „Mummy“, featuring a keyboard performance by Adam Holzman. The track serves as the first taste of the band’s self-titled debut album, scheduled for release on October 2, 2026, via ARQUEN Records.

WITHIN TEMPTATION is gearing up for a headline-packed summer festival season across Europe, following a triumphant kickoff in Brazil. The Dutch symphonic metal giants are set to appear at some of the continent’s most iconic outdoor stages between May and August 2026.

Swiss melodic hard rock artist CAROLINE BREITLER has released her debut single „Sentinel“ under El Puerto Records, produced alongside Alessandro Del Vecchio. A full album is set to follow in the fall, with the song’s live premiere scheduled for May 16, 2026 at the Rock’n’Loc Festival.

Dutch melodic metal outfit DELAIN have announced ten special European live shows for February 2027, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut album Lucidity. The tour will feature former NIGHTWISH bassist and vocalist Marko Hietala as a special guest, alongside support act INFECTED RAIN, with further guest names to be revealed.