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  • SEPULTURA Announce Final European Tour Dates Of Their Farewell Tour

    After four decades, 14 gold records, and having traversed 80 countries and numerous diverse cultures, Sepultura has transcended into one of the most influential metal bands of our time, serving as Brazil’s emissary to the rest of the world.

    Sepultura has just announced the final European leg of the band’s “Celebrating Life Through Death” farewell tour. The trek will launch on June 6, 2026, in the Netherlands and will conclude with the previously revealed last-ever European concert on August 9 in Dublin, Ireland.

    Sepultura 2026 European Tour Dates:

    06/06 – Maastricht, Netherlands – South Of Heaven
    06/07 – Plzen, Czech Republic – MetalFest
    06/08 – Zagreb, Croatia – Tvornica Kulture
    06/09 – Milan, Italy – Circolo Magnolia
    06/10 – Rome, Italy – Eur Social Park
    06/12 – Interlaken, Switzerland – Greenfield
    06/13 – Nickelsdorf, Austria – Nova Rock
    06/14 – Würzburg, Germany – Posthalle
    06/17 – Saarbrücken, Germany – Garage
    06/19 – Clisson, France – Hellfest
    06/20 – Dessel, Belgium – Graspop Metal Meeting
    06/21 – Lisbon, Portugal – Rock In Rio Lisboa
    06/23 – Oberhausen, Germany – Turbinenhalle
    06/24 – Potsdam, Germany – Waschhaus Potsdam
    06/25 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Copenhell
    06/26 – Huskvarna, Sweden – Folkets Park
    06/27 – Oslo, Norway – Tons Of Rock
    07/29 – Wacken, Germany – Wacken Open Air
    08/01 – Helsinki, Finland – Tavastia
    08/02 – Tallinn, Estonia – Tallinn Rock Festival
    08/05 – Villena, Spain – Leyendas del Rock
    08/07 – Walton-on-Trent, UK – Bloodstock Festival
    08/09 – Dublin, Ireland – 3Arena

    Tickets will go on sale this Thursday, December 18, at 10:00 a.m. CET.

    With their latest opus, Quadra, an album that made a triumphant entry at No. 5 on the German chart and garnered over seventeen million streams on Spotify, the band originally hailing from Belo Horizonte has once again spread the colors and rhythms of Brazil worldwide. However, in late 2023, they announced their plan to unite their forces for one final, powerful farewell tour, bidding adieu to a 40-year existence.

    For this final journey, Sepultura has enlisted the prodigious 23-year-old American virtuoso Greyson Nekrutman as their new drummer and together, this quartet has embarked on multiple tours across North America, Europe, and Latin America, presenting a career-spanning set to their fans that honors the forty years of Sepultura. Yet their journey has not reached the final end, and their farewell tour will see them celebrate their legacy on several continents until 2026.

    To date, the band has unleashed fifteen studio albums upon the world, having sold over three million units in the United States and 20 million worldwide, thus earning multiple gold and platinum records in various corners of the globe, including France, Australia, Indonesia, Cyprus, and their home country. To this day, their magnum opus, “Roots”, has been streamed a staggering 225 million times on Spotify.

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  • QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE Stream Entire “Alive In The Catacombs” Concert Film On YouTube

    The acclaimed concert film Queens of the Stone Age: Alive in the Catacombs is now available to stream for free on YouTube, starting today.

    Queens of the Stone Age fans around the globe are invited to witness the band’s intimate, powerful performance, set deep within the ancient, atmospheric underground tombs of Paris. Filmed and recorded in July 2024, the band is captured as you’ve never seen or heard them before, with a carefully selected setlist spanning the band’s catalog, each song chosen specifically and epically reimagined in deference to the Catacombs. 

    The companion film, directed by Andreas Neumann, Alive in Paris and Before, is also part of this free YouTube release. The intimate behind-the-scenes documentary film reveals the emotional and physical trials Queens of the Stone Age overcame to create Alive in the Catacombs.

    Previously, both unique cinematic experiences were available for purchase directly from the band as well as through the Criterion Channel’s streaming platform. The film also had a run of worldwide theatrical screenings in over twenty countries. Fans who wish to own a digital copy for their permanent collection can still do so with a direct purchase at the band’s official site, while the audio release is available on all digital streaming platforms here.

    The Catacombs of Paris are a sprawling 320km (200 miles) ossuary beneath the surface of Paris. With a foundation of several million bodies buried in the 1700s, skeletal remains are largely exposed, with much of the walls built of skulls and bones, “the biggest audience we’ve ever played for,” says Joshua Homme. Homme had dreamt of staging a QOTSA performance there since his first visit nearly 20 years ago. The city of Paris, however, had never granted permission to any artist to play within the sacred tunnels. QOTSA, being law-abiding citizens, waited until their vision was sanctioned. 

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  • MARILYN MANSON Announces Spring 2026 U.S. Tour Dates

    Marilyn Manson has extended his “One Assassination Under God Tour” with newly announced spring U.S. shows featuring support from Australian death-pop duo Vowws.

    Following a monumental year of sold-out shows around the world, Manson continues his relentless journey in support of his critically lauded 2024 album, One Assassination Under God – Chapter 1, which features the standout tracks “Sacrilegious”, “Raise The Red Flag”, and “As Sick As The Secrets Within”, and is available everywhere via Nuclear Blast Records.

    The artist presale will begin on Tuesday, December 16, at 12 p.m. (noon) local time (password: OAUG26WT). The public on-sale will start on Friday, December 19, at 10 a.m. local time. Get your tickets here.

    2026 “One Assassination Under God Tour” Dates:

    04/23 – Highland, CA – Yaamava’ Theater*
    04/25 – Las Vegas, NV – Sick New World*
    05/08 – Minneapolis, MN – The Armory
    05/10 – Green Bay, WI – EPIC Event Center
    05/12 – Louisville, KY – The Louisville Palace Theatre
    05/13 – Memphis, TN – Graceland Soundstage
    05/15 – Nashville, TN – The Pinnacle
    05/16 – Columbus, OH – Sonic Temple*
    10/24 – Fort Worth, TX – Sick New World Texas*

    * Without Vowws

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  • TESTAMENT Announces 2026 U.S. Tour With OVERKILL & DESTRUCTION

    Iconic Bay Area thrash band Testament‘s triumphant return continues in 2026 with the announcement of their “Thrash of the Titans” world tour, landing in the US this coming spring.The trek unites the band with fellow thrash legends Overkill and Destruction for one of the fiercest tours of the new year.

    Commenting on the tour, Testament frontman Chuck Billy says, “2026 looks like it is going to start with an explosion with the ‘Thrash of the Titans Tour.’ Joining us will be our Metal Brothers Overkill and Destruction. Our friendship has almost reached 4 decades. This is gonna be a Thrash Metal show you don’t wanna miss!”

    Overkill‘s founding vocalist Bobby “Blitz” Ellsworth states, “March can’t come soon enough. We are stoked to be part of this killer package, which will lay waste to the States! Let’s get this show on the road!”

    Founding bassist for Destruction, Marcel “Schmier” Schirmer adds: “This is killer news — the Thrash of the Titans tour is finally hitting America! So many fans have been shouting for this, and now it’s happening. The best tours happen when you roll with bands you respect, bands you can raise hell with — and when the bill just hits hard.”

    • Exclusive Metal Injection Presale: Wednesday, December 17th @ 10:00 AM EST @ Metal Injection
    • Artist Presale: Thursday, December 18th @ 10:00 AM LOCAL (PW: TITANS)
    • Local/Promoter Presales: Thursday, December 18th @ 10:00 AM LOCAL
    • On Sale: Friday, December 19th @ 10:00 AM LOCAL at Testament‘s website.

    “Thrash of the Titans” US Tour Dates:

    Mar 14 – Portland, OR – Roseland Theater
    Mar 15 – Boise, ID – Treefort Music Hall
    Mar 16 – Salt Lake City, UT – Rockwell at the Complex
    Mar 18 – Denver, CO – Summit Music Hall
    Mar 20 – Milwaukee, WI – The Rave
    Mar 21 – Minneapolis, MN – The Fillmore
    Mar 22 – Chicago, IL – Ramova Theatre
    Mar 24 – Detroit, MI – St. Andrew’s Hall
    Mar 25 – Cleveland, OH – Agora Ballroom
    Mar 27 – Worcester, MA – The Palladium
    Mar 28 – Sayreville, NJ – Starland Ballroom
    Mar 29 – Reading, PA – Club Reverb
    Mar 31 – Atlanta, GA – Buckhead Theater
    Apr 1 – St. Petersburg, FL – Jannus Live
    Apr 3 – Houston, TX – House of Blues
    Apr 4 – Dallas, TX – The Bomb Factory
    Apr 5 – San Antonio, TX – Aztec Theatre
    Apr 8 – Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren
    Apr 9 – Los Angeles, CA – The Belasco
    Apr 10 – Berkeley, CA – The UC Theatre (No Overkill)

    Testament‘s lauded new album, Para Bellum, stands as both a battle cry and an observation of humanity’s uneasy alliance with its own creations. As technology accelerates and disconnection grows, Para Bellum sees Testament‘ reflecting the modern chaos through music that’s urgent, sharp, and unflinchingly human.

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  • MYRATH Announces New Album “Wilderness Of Mirrors”, Share Music Video For First Single “The Funeral”

    Tunisian–French metal innovators Myrath today release the video for their new single “The Funeral,” a track that approaches death with surprising brightness and emotional uplift. Instead of darkness, the band delivers a genre-blending anthem that transforms farewell into something empowering and beautiful. It’s a seamless, masterfully crafted piece that feels destined, natural, and utterly breathtaking.

    Alongside the single, Myrath presents a cinematic video that expands the vast world of their upcoming album Wilderness of Mirrors. The production is bold, detailed, and effortlessly monumental.

    “If you thought that 2024’s Karma was a big step up in their theatrical desires, just wait until the jaw-dropping brilliance of Wilderness Of Mirrors launches itself into the public domain! Put simply, and without wishing to be overly melodramatic, this is the most ambitious, most complete and most engaging set that Myrath have produced to date!” 

    Wilderness of Mirrors will be released on March 27 and features 10 brand-new, emotionally charged tracks that continue Myrath‘s evolution of blending oriental influences with progressive and power metal. Fans can expect a journey through fantasy and reality, from haunting melodies to thunderous riffs and cinematic arrangements.

    To celebrate the release, Myrath will embark on a major European tour starting in April 2026, bringing Wilderness of Mirrors to fans across 16 countries.

    With millions of views on their cinematic music videos, critically acclaimed albums, and performances at festivals such as HellfestWacken, and Sweden Rock, Myrath continue to captivate audiences worldwide. Wilderness of Mirrors represents the band at their most dynamic and authentic, a milestone in their journey toward becoming one of metal’s most unique acts.

    Pre-orders for Wilderness of Mirrors and tickets for the European tour are available now. Don’t miss the next chapter in Myrath‘s epic musical journey.

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  • SLAYER 66 2/3: A Metal Band Biography… 4th Edition By D.X. FERRIS Available Now As Audiobook

    The newly revised metal biography Slayer 66 2/3: A Metal Band Biography… Or, How Fkin’ Slayer Kicked Fkin’ @ss is now available in audiobook form. For the 2025 holiday season, this expanded audio edition is being offered exclusively through Bandcamp.

    Award-winning journalist D.X. Ferris personally narrates the book, which he has updated, expanded, and reworked following Slayer’s unexpected reunion. The audiobook spans 36.5 hours and includes 12 bonus chapters not found in the paperback edition. The final three chapters focus specifically on the band’s 2025 reunion run, which concluded with a festival performance at Hersheypark in Pennsylvania. At that event, the Los Angeles thrash pioneers headlined over Exodus, Cavalera Conspiracy, Power Trip, Suicidal Tendencies, and Knocked Loose.

    The book is still current, explains Ferris. Think of the bonus chapters as European B-sides.

    Ferris first released the book in 2013, only months after the death of Slayer co-founder, guitarist, and primary songwriter Jeff Hanneman. At that time, the book carried the title Slayer 66 2/3: The Jeff & Dave Years.

    The third edition, released in 2023, totaled 350 pages and included 33 images, a four-page index, and roughly 450 endnotes and research citations. By contrast, the fourth edition, released in 2025, expanded significantly to 639 pages, featuring 70 images, a 10-page index, and 795 endnotes.

    “I really put in the work on this version”, says Ferris, who has been named Best Reporter Of The Year by the Ohio Society Of Professional Journalists. “Some days when I was working at home, I would put on a shirt and tie. I felt like I was documenting important history, some of it for the first time. It is a serious subject that deserves professionalism and respect”.

    The latest edition offers deeper profiles of the band’s members and collaborators, including Exodus guitarist Gary Holt, who stepped in after Hanneman became ill in 2011. Ferris also interviewed new witnesses, such as Valley Stream, New York record store owner Michael Schutzman of Slipped Disc, who hosted early East Coast in-store appearances. Mellow Man Ace contributes perspective on the racially charged neighborhoods that gave rise to both the pioneering thrash scene and Cypress Hill.

    Additional material includes extensive archival research, updated statistics, original fan surveys, and a detailed, data-driven comparison of the careers of the so-called Big Four thrash bands: Metallica, Megadeth, and Anthrax, alongside Slayer. Version 4.1 of the fourth edition appeared in May 2025, incorporating sources that had emerged only weeks earlier. A recurring feature titled The Rick Rubin Watch tracks key moments involving the band’s longtime producer and label executive, whose work has touched roughly 10 percent of Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame performer inductees.

    The unauthorized biography is now available in five formats: a 6×9-inch Uncut edition, an oversized 8.5×11-inch coffee table version, an abridged Long Story Short… and Cheaper edition, a mostly color ebook, and two versions of the expanded audiobook.

    Photographs throughout the book come from contributors including Murder In The Front Row co-author Harald Oimen, former Def Jam staffer Tom Tronckoe, and Cameron Edney.

    The audiobook itself grew out of Ferris’s long-running podcast Talkin’ Slayer: A Metal Podcast And Half-@Assed Audiobook. Each episode features Ferris reading from the book, presenting exclusive essays, answering listener questions, or sharing updates.

    “When the show started, the band was broken up, and it looked like it would remain in the grave”, says Ferris. “The audiobook was almost done. Then they announced the reunion. Things changed. And, as a former Metallica roadie says in The Big Lebowski, New sh*t came to light. It was the perfect opportunity to dig even deeper in Slayer’s long, controversial history”.

    For the fourth edition, Ferris rewrote, revised, rearranged, and remastered the entire book. While longer, the new version is structured to be easier to read, with shorter sentences and tighter paragraphs.

    “My old writing style was like jazz or ornate Yngwie Malmsteen hot licks”, explains Ferris. “Looking back, that wasn’t the most effective method of communication. Now I try to write short, simple sentences that are like S.O.D. riffs. Short sentences, short chapters… I believe books should be easy to use”.

    Listeners can choose between two audiobook editions. The full Uncut version explores the broader history of American thrash metal, placing Slayer within a wider cultural context and examining the Big Four and Elite Eight scenes. The Long Story Short… and cheaper edition focuses more narrowly on Slayer’s chronological story.

    As the first pages of the book demonstrate, Slayer is as relevant as ever, says Ferris. It is Slayer’s world. Still. And we’re living in it.

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  • JOURNEY’s NEAL SCHON Returns to TV Spotlight for THE VOICE Season 28 Finale

    Journey guitarist Neal Schon has confirmed that he will appear on the season 28 finale of NBC’s singing competition The Voice, airing Tuesday, December 16 at 9 p.m. ET.

    Schon shared the news on Sunday, December 14, via social media, explaining that he will perform alongside “members of the current Journey touring band” as part of the group’s efforts to promote Journey’s upcoming tour. He later clarified which musicians would be joining him onstage, noting that drummer and vocalist Deen Castronovo, keyboardist and vocalist Jason Derlatka, and bassist Todd Jensen will be part of the performance. Schon also explained that keyboardist Jonathan Cain and lead singer Arnel Pineda were unable to participate.

    In his post, Schon addressed why he accepted this appearance after a period away from public performances: “There were many other great TV opportunities that I had to turn down. I want to work and promote after being off for close to a year”.

    According to People, Schon and the participating members of Journey will perform a medley of some of the band’s best-known songs, including “Lights,” “Lovin’, Touchin’, Squeezin’,” and “Don’t Stop Believin’.”

    The performance will also feature appearances from The Voice coaches Michael Bublé, Snoop Dogg, and Reba McEntire, along with several fan-favorite artists from season 28.

    This televised appearance follows the recent announcement of Journey’s large-scale Final Frontier Tour, scheduled to run across North America in 2026. In November, Schon, now 71, referred to the tour as a meaningful farewell to longtime supporters.

    “We’re pulling out all the stops with a brand-new production — the hits, the deep cuts, the energy, the spectacle. It’s a full-circle celebration of the music that’s brought us all together, he said in a statement. As its founding member, I carry the Journey torch to this day, wherever I go. The sentiment and spirit of the band will always remain.

    While this marks a farewell to one powerful chapter of the Journey we’ve shared, I want everyone to know I’m not done. Music is still burning strong inside me, and there are new creative horizons ahead. This tour is both a thank you and the beginning of what’s next”, concluded his statement.

    The Final Frontier Tour lineup will include founding guitarist Schon, keyboardist and backing vocalist Jonathan Cain, lead vocalist Arnel Pineda, keyboardist and vocalist Jason Derlatka, drummer and vocalist Deen Castronovo, and bassist Todd Jensen.

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  • JOEL HOEKSTRA’s 13 Shares Second Single “You Can Give” From Upcoming Solo Album “From The Fade”

    Guitarist Joel Hoekstra, known for his work with Whitesnake, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, and Revolution Saints, has announced the next chapter in his solo project. The fourth album from Joel Hoekstra’s 13, From The Fade, is set for release on February 27, 2026 through Frontiers Music Srl.

    For the new record, Hoekstra once again teamed up with a lineup of seasoned rock musicians. The sessions feature drummer Vinny Appice of Black Sabbath and Dio, bassist Tony Franklin from The Firm and Blue Murder, keyboardist Derek Sherinian of Dream Theater and Sons Of Apollo, and vocalist Girish Pradhan, best known for Girish And The Chronicles and The Nail.

    The band has already shared a taste of the album with the release of a music video for the second single, “You Can Give”, which appears on From The Fade.

    Hoekstra explained the song’s approach and meaning in detail, focusing on both its sound and message: “”You Can Give” is a heavy, riff-driven track. Although some of the riffs could be described as metal, it still falls under the category of melodic hard rock. Vinny Appice and Tony Franklin do an amazing job laying out a strong, creative foundation. Girish Pradhan delivers a powerful, emotional vocal performance while Derek Sherinian and Jeff Scott Soto provide the perfect complimentary parts on keys and backing vocals respectively. Lyrically, the song is based on music itself singing to me and essentially highlights what can be the downside of an attempt to maintain a strong work ethic”.

    Musically, From The Fade leans on a mix of classic hard rock and modern melodic metal. The album emphasizes sharp arrangements, technical skill, and performances that carry a strong emotional edge. Each song reflects Hoekstra’s established writing style, drawing from traditional influences while still aiming for a current and forward-looking sound.

    Hoekstra’s career outside this project has remained just as active. He has previously released three instrumental solo albums along with three well-received records under Joel Hoekstra’s 13. More recently, he appeared as a guest guitarist on the “hair metal” episode of Dancing With The Stars and performed with Cher during her Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame induction as well as the SNL 50 homecoming concert.

    From The Fade recording lineup:

    Joel Hoekstra: Guitars
    Girish Pradhan: Lead Vocals
    Vinny Appice: Drums
    Tony Franklin: Bass
    Derek Sherinian: Keyboards
    Jeff Scott Soto: Backing Vocals

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  • SOULFLY And KING PARROT Join Headliners GWAR On “The Gor Gor Strikes Back Tour”

    Arizona extreme metal trailblazers Soulfly are set to join intergalactic shock rock legends Gwar on their extensive spring headlining run, “The Gor Gor Strikes Back Tour”. This 34-date journey begins March 19th in Richmond, Virginia, and will include performances in major markets like Boston, Green Bay, and Portland before concluding in Charlotte, NC, on April 29th. Australian grind icons King Parrot will serve as the opening act for all dates.

    Max Cavalera states: “I can’t wait for Soulfly to storm the gates with Gwar!! I’m excited to be part of one of the coolest tours of 2026! Soulfly bringing the Chama tribal energy and Gwar, the ultimate theatrical madness band! I have been a fan of Gwar for a long time. It will be an honor to support them! Come on out and party with us every night!!”

    Gwar‘s lead vocalist The Berserker Blothar states: “Gwar, Soulfly and King Parrot. This tour will be a ritual orgy of death, sex, violence and rock and fu**ing roll!! Let the severed heads rain, bouncing down the pyramid onto a heap of human skulls. Be there humans, or be left to suffer on this planet while we party in the stars!”

    Tickets for “The Gor Gor Strikes Back Tour” go on sale this Friday, December 19that 10am local time; purchase them here.

    Confirmed dates for Soulfly joining headliners Gwar on “The Gor Gor Strikes Back Tour” with King Parrot are:

    03.19.2026 Richmond, VA @ The National
    03.20.2026 Reading, PA @ Reverb
    03.21.2026 Albany, NY @ Empire Live
    03.22.2026 Huntington, NY @ The Paramount
    03.24.2026 Hartford, CT @ The Webster
    03.25.2026 Wilmington, DE @ The Queen
    03.26.2026 Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
    03.27.2026 Boston, MA @ House Of Blues
    03.28.2026 Buffalo, NY @ Town Ballroom
    03.29.2026 Columbus, OH @ Newport Music Hall
    03.31.2026 Louisville, KY @ Mercury Ballroom
    04.01.2026 St. Louis, MO @ The Pageant
    04.02.2026 Chicago, IL @ Concord Music Hall
    04.03.2026 Fort Wayne, IN @ Piere’s
    04.04.2026 Saginaw, MI @ The Vault
    04.05.2026 Green Bay, WI @ EPIC Events Center
    04.07.2026 Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue
    04.08.2026 Des Moines, IA @ Val Air Ballroom
    04.09.2026 Tulsa, OK @ Cain’s Ballroom
    04.10.2026 Lawrence, KS @ The Granada
    04.12.2026 Grand Junction, CO @ Mesa Theater
    04.14.2026 Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater
    04.15.2026 Boise, ID @ Treefort Music Hall
    04.17.2026 Sacramento, CA @ Channel 24
    04.18.2026 Los Angeles, CA @ The Belasco
    04.19.2026 San Diego, CA @ House of Blues
    04.20.2026 Tucson, AZ @ Rialto Theater
    04.21.2026 Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater
    04.23.2026 Austin, TX @ Emo’s
    04.24.2026 Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live
    04.25.2026 Mobile, AL @ Soul Kitchen Music Hall
    04.27.2026 Chattanooga, TN @ The Signal
    04.28.2026 Asheville, NC @ The Orange Peel
    04.29.2026 Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore

    Worldwide dates:

    01.24.2026 AU Mt Claremont @ Froth & Fury Fest – Perth 2026
    01.26.2026 AU Brisbane @ The Tivoli *
    01.27.2026 AU Newton @ Enmore Theatre
    01.30.2026 AU Melbourne @ Forum Melbourne
    01.30.2026 AU Wayville @ Froth & Fury Fest – Adelaide 2026

    *with Nailbomb and Snot

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  • After 13 Years Finnish Metallers BATTLE BEAST Parts Ways With Singer NOORA LOUHIMO

    Finnish metal group Battle Beast has confirmed a major lineup change, announcing that longtime vocalist Noora Louhimo has officially exited the band.

    The update was shared earlier today, Monday, December 15, through the band’s social media channels, where the remaining members addressed the split directly and at length. In their message, they explained the reasons behind the decision and what it means going forward.

    “After six albums and 13 incredible years together, we announce that Noora Louhimo is leaving Battle Beast to focus on her solo career. While we are saddened by her departure, we fully support her decision to pursue new creative paths — something she hasn’t been able to explore wholeheartedly with the demanding schedule of Battle Beast“.

    “We are deeply thankful for the music, the tours, and the magic we created together. These memories will never be tarnished nor forgotten, and we wish Noora nothing but success and happiness on her path forward”.

    “We know you — our fans — will miss Noora as much as we do. But rest assured: the flight of Battle Beast continues, and so does Noora’s, now simply on a different trajectory”.

    “A new era begins. We will announce the new voice of Battle Beast tomorrow on December 16th. With gratitude and love, Noora, Janne, Eero, Juuso, Joona & Pyry“.

    Shortly after the band’s announcement, Noora Louhimo also shared her own statement, reflecting on her time with the group and the reasons behind her decision to move on.

    “For 13 years I got to grow, learn, develop and explore with Battle Beast who I am as a musician and as a person. And now my heart desires more adventures, and flying with my own wings towards my dreams that I can only pursue if I give them my full attention. Life is full of different eras and now it is time for a new one. I am forever grateful and love Battle Beast and our fans. This is not the end, this is a beginning of a new adventure for both of us. See you soon Little Beasts!”

    While the departure marks the end of a long-running chapter for Battle Beast, both sides have made it clear that the split is amicable. Fans won’t have to wait long for the next development, as the band has already confirmed that its new vocalist will be revealed on December 16.

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