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Van Halen's 'A Different Kind Of Truth' Set for CD and Vinyl Reissue
Rhino is bringing back the iconic Van Halen's final studio album to CD and vinyl in October.
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OF VIRTUEOmen
Of Virtue deliver a towering achievement in metalcore with 'Omen', blending searing riffs with impeccable atmospheric depth.
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DREAMWELLIn My Saddest Dreams, I Am Beside You
Dreamwell deliver a visceral, technically punishing masterclass in modern metalcore, balancing jagged math-rock complexity with raw emotional grit.
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FLOTSAM & JETSAMI Am The Weapon
Flotsam & Jetsam offer a polished but pedestrian outing that sacrifices raw energy for safe, mid-tempo grandiosity.
Satchvai Debut 'The Sea Of Emotion' Set for 2026 with New Single 'Mayhem'
Guitar icons Joe Satriani and Steve Vai unite for their first collaborative studio album, SATCHVAI, following a 50-year musical bond.
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HOLYWATRPsalms
Holywatr deliver a haunting, atmospheric metal journey that prioritises texture and emotional weight over raw aggression.
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THE BROWNINGBurn This World [EVOLVED]
The Browning fuse the visceral brutality of deathcore with scorching electronic elements to forge a cinematic, high-energy masterpiece.
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Kai Hansen Drops Gritty New Single 'Wait And See'
Kai Hansen delivers a darker, more intense sonic experience with the third single from his upcoming solo album, Born With A Hammer.
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LAUREN BABICCovers, Vol. 4
Lauren Babic strips away the familiar to find the raw nerves underneath, delivering a visceral, heavy-hitting reimagining of modern classics.
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ONLAPNever too Late
Onlap delivers a polished, high-impact debut that weaves heavy riffs with ethereal textures.
Michael Sweet Rejects Joining King Diamond's Band Over Spiritual Differences
STRYPER frontman Michael Sweet clarifies his stance on joining King Diamond's ranks, citing core faith as the primary barrier.
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DREAMWELLHymns for the Denial of God
Dreamwell weave intricate mathcore geometry into a tapestry of soaring melodies on this near-perfect new release.
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ONLAPWaves
Onlap deliver a polished, atmosphere-drenched odyssey of alternative metal that balances crushing weight with shimmering, high-gloss production.
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IN THIS MOMENTGODMODE
A masterclass in visceral metalcore, where Maria's soaring vocals meet industrial-edged aggression.
Blind Illusion to Release Live Record Featuring Original Vocalist David White
Progressive thrash pioneers Blind Illusion announce 'Stage Flight: Live At The UC Theatre', capturing a massive 2025 milestone.
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HOLYWATRred heifer
Holywatr deliver a visceral, politically charged metal odyssey that swaps polish for raw, honest conviction.
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ARCTISArctis
Arctis navigate a precarious tightrope between commercial sheen and heavy metal framework on their self-titled Napalm release.
Europe Debut Video for 'Scandinavian Eyes' Ahead of New Album
Swedish rockers EUROPE showcase their polished blend of arena rock and orchestral depth in the new video for 'Scandinavian Eyes'.
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LAUREN BABICCovers, Vol. 5
A masterclass in sonic transmutation, where pop sensibilities are forged into heavy metal weaponry without losing their soul.
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PALEFACE SWISSCURSED
A masterclass in heavy dynamics, blending punishing beatdown weight with unexpected melodic sophistication.
Joey Radziwill's Contribution to Sacred REICH's 'Into The Abyss'
Bassist Phil Rind confirms that guitarist Joey Radziwill penned 10 of the 11 tracks on the band's upcoming Metal Blade release.