ROTTING CHRIST Drop First Live Single Κατά τον Δαίμονα Εαυτού (Kata Ton Daimona Eaftou)

Posted on February 5, 2025

ROTTING CHRIST have stood the test of time for over three decades. From their humble beginnings on Satanas Tedeum & Passage to Arcturo in the early 90’s, the genesis of their ‘Hellenic’ melodic black metal sound in the 2000’s with Sanctus Diavolos & Theogonia, all the way to their later masterpieces Rituals & The Heretics, released through Season of Mist – ROTTING CHRIST are a force of their own. The true strength of ROTTING CHRIST lies not only in their discography, however. The Tolis brothers bring with them an unmatched energy across international stages, performing over hundreds of shows in 2024. Celebrating their 35 year existence, ROTTING CHRIST culminated their performances with a one-of-a-kind showcase of their discography at the Lycabettus Hill Theater in Athens, Greece – the band’s hometown. A two-hour long, career-spanning set with long-time classics from their early days dabbling in the rougher ROTTING CHRIST sound, to the newer, ‘Hellenic’ anthems such as The Raven or Demonon Vrosis.

Spawn of Possession are Reborn on “Retromorphosis”

Posted on February 5, 2025

Eight years ago, the underground lost a unique leader when Spawn of Possession crawled into their hallowed crypt. Foul-mouthed disciples still utter the name SoP with reverence, but while others tried to crack the band’s forbidden cabinet, these accursed innovators were secretly festering in their grave, plotting to return and haunt the world of extreme metal once more.

NITE Shake with Fresh Venom on New Single

Posted on February 4, 2025

While they’re known for putting a twist on traditional heavy metal, NITE strives to be a light when the world is constricted by darkness. Upon hearing the high-flying first single off their upcoming third album, heshers from across the underground raised their spike-gloved fists over the triumphant return of the blackened Bay Area torchbearers.

Revenge Defy Modern Black Metal on Violation.Strife.Abominate

Posted on January 30, 2025

They’ve always forged a solitary path, but on their seventh album, Revenge reach a new level of conflict. Violation.Strife.Abominate crowns J. Read and his long-standing partner Vermin atop the edges of black metal. The Canadian veterans of chaos lay waste to the degenerate kneeling swine of humanity with an impenetrable wall of  primal screams, frantically scraping guitars and scum-crushing bass.

Xen Departs Ne Obliviscaris: James Dorton Announced as New Vocalist

Posted on January 29, 2025

After an extended absence from the band’s tours over the last two years, Ne Obliviscaris vocalist Xen has made the decision to officially depart NeO, with the band officially announcing James Dorton (Black Crown Initiate, The Faceless) as their new vocalist. James has been touring as NeO’s live vocalist since May, 2023.

Retromorphosis Release Twisted New Playthrough

Posted on January 29, 2025

While a fresh mutation, Retromorphosis are a proven batch of tech-death freaks. The band contains former members of Spawn of Possession, Obscura, Necrophagist and Decrepit Birth.

Wrath of Logarius Announce Debut Album

Posted on January 28, 2025

Despite its fiery and contentious spirit, black metal can get stuck in its own ways. But while they emerged from a mystic scene that’s familiar to the well-initiated, Wrath of Logarius aren’t bound by black metal’s strict sense of tradition.

PONTE DEL DIAVOLO Announce 2025 European Festival Shows

Posted on January 27, 2025

Turin’s maestros of esoteric, doom-laden alchemy, PONTE DEL DIAVOLO, are set to cast their infernal spell across Europe in 2025. Following the colossal wave of support for their haunting debut, Fire Blades from the Tomb, the band is primed to ignite the continent’s most revered metal festivals with their unrivaled brand of black & doom metal.

THE GREAT OLD ONES Stream Full Album Kadath

Posted on January 23, 2025

Cast away the light, descend into the chasms of cosmic dread, and behold the latest opus from the alchemical minds of THE GREAT OLD ONES. The Bordeaux-based harbingers of Lovecraftian black metal unveil their new and terrifying masterpiece, Kadath, capturing the essence of H.P. Lovecraft’s “The Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath.” Prepare to traverse landscapes both magnificent and horrific, guided only by the arcane melodies forged in the dark heart of the Dreamlands. For the first time, THE GREAT OLD ONES step aside from the unfathomable depths of the Cthulhu mythos to delve into Lovecraft’s Dream Cycle. Kadath draws the listener into the dream-haunted world of Randolph Carter, who is lured by visions of a forbidden city. As Carter navigates the perilous Dreamlands, escaping the clutches of the crawling chaos and otherworldly perils, he embarks upon a quest fraught with both wonder and doom. Comprising seven tracks of epic, immersive intensity, Kadath is an unholy journey into unfathomable realms. The impeccable production by Francis Caste at Studio Sainte-Marthe envelops the listener in an atmosphere of dread and transcendence. Each composition is a carefully wrought chaos of melodies and violent ferocity, promising an experience both brutal and beautiful. ‘Kadath’ is out this Friday, January 24th, through Season of Mist. ➤ Pre-order & Pre-save the album here: https://orcd.co/tgookadath

VLTIMAS Release Video Ahead of First North American Tour

Posted on January 22, 2025

The band’s leaders have long lorded over the demons of  underground metal, but VLTIMAS rose to truly epic extremes on their new album. “…lives up to their reputation as extreme metal’s leading lights“, wrote Metal Hammer, who named EPIC one of the best albums of 2024.

DRUDKH Release Lead Single The Eve

Posted on January 21, 2025

DRUDKH are a venerated pillar of atmospheric and pagan black metal – and today, they emerge from the shadows to present the world with their latest track, The Eve— the lead single from their forthcoming album, Shadow Play. It’s an invitation to traverse the delicate interplay between existence’s light and darkness.

KEEP OF KALESSIN Reissue Reptilian

Posted on January 20, 2025

High amidst the snowy Norwegian mountains, KEEP OF KALESSIN are hammering away at their upcoming seventh album. As the band prepare to add another fantastical fixture to their treasured discography in 2025, today, they’re polishing off another one of their crown jewels.

THIS GIFT IS A CURSE Embrace the Abyss on new single Ascension

Posted on January 20, 2025

Descending from the abyssal depths of the darkest recesses, THIS GIFT IS A CURSE emerges once more to engulf the light on their latest single, Ascension. The track serves as the harrowing finisher to their forthcoming album, HEIR, set to annihilate the earthen plane.

Stoned Jesus Cover HIM

Posted on January 16, 2025

Having celebrated their 15th anniversary with two reissues last year, Stoned Jesus are turning over a new leaf in 2025. The Ukrainian psychedelic prog rockers are rolling across the European summer festival circuit in heavy anticipation of their upcoming sixth album and first with the band’s new lineup.

MÖRK GRYNING Releases Powerful Guitar Playthrough for Lead Single Tornet

Posted on January 16, 2025

Swedish black metal titans MÖRK GRYNING are set to electrify fans with the release of S-L’s guitar playthrough of lead single Tornet, featured on their recently released album, Fasornas Tid. This exclusive video is a masterclass in blackened ferocity, showcasing MÖRK GRYNING’s signature blend of melodic black metal.

Weedeater Touring with Napalm Death + Melvins

Posted on January 15, 2025

2025 is off to a rip-roaring start. After taking the high seas by storm last year with High on Fire, Weedeater are craving a taste of the open road. The veteran Carolina stoners are packing their pipes in preparation for a month-long roll across California, the Southwest and East Coast with Napalm Death and the Melvins.

Eivør Wins USA Songwriting Competition Ahead of North American Tour

Posted on January 14, 2025

She’s serenaded crowds from the UEFA Champions League to The Game Awards, but on her latest album, Eivør reached several new milestones. The Faroe Islands superstar performed songs off ENN to sold-out crowds from Red Rocks to Hellfest.

EXOCRINE Share Playthrough of Warlock

Posted on January 13, 2025

EXOCRINE, a juggernaut born from the depths of Bordeaux in 2013, has relentlessly pushed the boundaries of extreme music. Founded by the virtuoso guitarist Sylvain Octor-Perez and reinforced by the formidable talents of Nicolas La Rosa, Jordy Besse, and Théo Gendron, they have cemented their legacy technical death masters.

NITE Hone their Blade on Cult of the Serpent Sun

Posted on January 13, 2025

When darkness descends, NITE flies high with blackened heavy metal. After venturing through space on their last album, NITE has returned to face the shadowy mythology that lay dormant beneath society’s underbelly. Each of the eight epic battles on Cult of the Serpent Sun tests the band’s mettle. But amidst their new album’s winding perils, NITE emerges triumphant. Lead single “Crow (Fear the Night)” is a rallying cry, calling for fists to rise with power and might.