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Cryptopsy Reissue None So Vile

Posted on March 5, 2025

They made blasphemy sound fresh on their debut, but for their follow-up, Cryptopsy claimed the crown as the most vile band in all of death metal.

NITE Glisten Amidst the Dark on “The Mystic”

Posted on March 4, 2025

Ever since they banded together in 2018, NITE has carried the torch for Bay Area metal with pride. In the three years since their last Marshall-fueled venture, the San Franciscans have wisely tripled down on their trusted arsenal of blackened heavy metal. “…it will take a crowbar to pry this song out of your head”, No Clean Singing wrote about the high-flying lead single from the band’s upcoming third album.

Eivør Announces European Headline Tour

Posted on March 3, 2025

Though her new album was inspired by the dark and heavy winters of her homeland, Eivør is hot on the heels of the most successful North American tour in her long, celebrated career. Last month, the Faroese superstar sold out half of the dates on her headlining tour of North America in support of ENN with fellow Nordic luminary and Season of Mist labelmate Sylvaine.

Weedeater Announce U.S. Tour with Bask

Posted on February 28, 2025

The memories might be fuzzy, but Weedeater always remember a good time. Six years ago, the Cape Fear legends commemorated the 10th anniversary of God Luck and Good Speed by hitting the road with their heavy Appalachian statesmen Bask. Now, they’re ready for a re-up.

Anciients Nominated for Second JUNO Award

Posted on February 24, 2025

It was a heavy road, but after soul searching through the Canadian wilderness, at long last, Anciients have come full circle. Seven years removed from winning a JUNO Award for their last album, the hard-hitting Canucks are nominated once more for the band’s latest heady and heartfelt opus Beyond the Reach of the Sun.

ROTTING CHRIST Release Second Live Single Δαιμόνων Βρώσης (Demonon Vrosis)

Posted on February 19, 2025

Celebrating over three decades of defiance and dominance, ROTTING CHRIST continue to reign supreme as spearheads of the ‘Hellenic’ black metal sound. From their origins with “Satanas Tedeum” and “Passage to Arcturo” in the early ’90s, to pioneering their signature ‘Hellenic’ melodic black metal sound with albums like “Sanctus Diavolos” and “Theogonia,” and crafting monumental works such as “Rituals” and “The Heretics” under the Season of Mist banner, ROTTING CHRIST have consistently shattered expectations and expanded their sonic horizons. The powerhouse duo of Sakis and Themis Tolis is not only reflected in their formidable discography but also in their electrifying live performances. Having played over a hundred shows internationally in 2024, their live prowess continues to impress fans across the metal spectrum, time and time again.

Nightfall Announce New Album ‘Children of Eve’

Posted on February 18, 2025

Since 1991, Nightfall have stood alongside Rotting Christ and Septicflesh as the pioneering trinity of Greek metal. The blackened death metal band sound as vengeful as ever. But the Athenians’ upcoming eleventh album is their darkest and most epic creation yet. Backed by monumental production, a powerful message and the biggest choruses in the band’s 30-year history, with Children of Eve, Efthimis Karadimas and his fellow rebels are set to unite blackened souls everywhere.

HEILUNG Full 2025 Rituals Following In UK, Ireland & Europe

Posted on February 17, 2025

HEILUNG is set to traverse the sacred lands of Albion, Eiru, and Erop on their penultimate pilgrimage. In one of their final calls before an indefinite slumber, HEILUNG, joined by the ethereal Faroese enchantress Eivør will awaken the ancestral spirits across 15 unique dates across the UK, Ireland & Europe. HEILUNG‘s ceremonies are neither mere performances nor concerts; they are full immersions into the very essence of nature and spirit. These sacred rituals reach back in time amplifying history through neofolk music, dancing, and spirituality. Envision the ancient runes breathed to life amidst the sounds of bones, skin-drums, and the communal voice of the tribe. Albion, Eiru Ok Erop Ferdhast 2025 Tour: 07 March: Helsinki, FI @ Ice Hall 09 March: Stockholm, SE @ Hovet 12 March: Oslo, NO @ Spektrum 14 March: Aarhus, DK @ ACC 16 March: Copenhagen, DK @ Black Box 19 March: Oberhausen, DE @ Turbinehalle 21 March: Zurich, CH @ Hallenstadion 23 March: Esch-sur-Alzette, LU @ Rockhal 15 April: London, UK @ O2 Brixton Academy 17 April: Dublin, IR @ 3Arena 19 April: Edinburgh, UK @ O2 Academy 21 April: Manchester, UK @ O2 Apollo 23 April: Lille, FR @ Zenith 25 April: Lyon, FR @ Halle Tony Garnier 27 April: Milan, IT @ Teatro Arcimboldi