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UK alt-hardcore quintet Higher Power have released a video for their track “Count The Miles”, ahead of their highly anticipated sold-out show, at Leeds Brudenell Social Club on Friday 16th January.

The band’s third studio album, There’s Love In This World If You Want It, was surprise released digitally in summer 2025 via Nuclear Blast Records.

Frontman Jimmy Wizard commented on the video: “This video was Alex’s concept but one of our favourite things growing up was seeing videos that give you a look behind the curtain! We don’t live and tour like this anymore but I’m grateful for the experiences we had together and it’s cool to have something of a highlight reel of our lives over those years so enjoy!”

Inner peace. That’s the aim for us all, isn’t it? Well, the truth is that it is always there waiting for you. You just need to work away a little bit to find it, digging deep and questioning yourself to get closer and closer to achieving that ultimate sense of personal zen. It may not always feel like the search is paying off, but there is always potential for that love, compassion and understanding of who you are to seep through. The journey may be challenging, but you’ll be glad that you took part in it in the end.

For Higher Power, that journey has seen them do things that, when they emerged onto the Yorkshire hardcore circuit in 2015, were never even on their radar. From their innocently frantic beginnings of emulating and celebrating legendary bands like Leeway and Merauder for a new generation, even playing their first two shows in the basement of the house owned by The Flex and at an early iteration of Outbreak Fest respectively, the ten years that have followed have seen them ride every ebb and flow that the music industry has to offer.

From touring with everyone from Alexisonfire and Neck Deep to Knocked Loose and Angel Du$t to signing to Roadrunner Records for their sophomore full-length 27 Miles Underwater, they have achieved the sort of things that, up until recently, would never have been on the horizon of possibility for a hardcore band of their ilk. Yet, within experiencing the industry mechanics usually reserved for the highest echelons of rock royalty, they also realised they were drifting away from the things that made them want to do all of this in the first place.

The result of putting what feels right for them first is There’s Love In This World If You Want It, a record that encapsulates the Higher Power spirit in a way that only those whose hearts are truly entrenched in the band can produce. Peeling away layers of assumption and ideology placed upon them by others and focusing once more on the genre-splicing experimentation that inspired them to create together in the first place, they have produced nine songs that showcase exactly what they are made of in a screaming rainbow of colour.

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Finland’s forward-thinking metal trailblazers Lost Society announce their brand-new album Hell Is A State Of Mind, set for release on March 6th, 2026 via Nuclear Blast Records. Four years after the critically acclaimed If the Sky Came Down, the band returns with their most fearless and defining statement yet—modern metal without equals and without apologies.

For vocalist–guitarist Samy Elbanna, guitarist Arttu Lesonen, bassist Mirko Lehtinen, and drummer Tapani Fagerström, Hell Is A State Of Mind marks a bold step into the metallic territory they were always meant to claim: unrestrained, unmistakable, and unapologetically their own.

Reuniting with trusted collaborator Joonas Parkkonen (producer, co-writer, mixing engineer), the album took a decisive turn when the track “Blood Diamond” reshaped the creative direction—evolving from a simple melody into cinematic, string-driven grandeur.

The album’s first official single, “Blood Diamond”, follows last spring’s “early first taste,” “Dead People Scare Me (But the Living Make Me Sick)”, and arrives alongside a raw, high-energy video capturing Lost Society’s untamed stage presence. From the very first notes, Hell Is A State Of Mind makes one thing clear: this is Lost Society at their most confident, confrontational, and uncompromising.

Frontman Samy Elbanna comments: ”I’m beyond excited to finally be able to announce our upcoming album and the new single off of it! Lost Society sounds HEAVY in the year 2026 – and you are all about to experience it first hand! I loved every moment of writing this album and especially preparing the story that i’m singing to you all – soon it will all be yours. Pre-order the album and blast out ”Blood Diamond” LOUD until your neighbours can’t take it anymore!”

You can now pre-order Hell Is A State Of Mind here.

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With the release of the final single from their upcoming covers collection Not Like Everybody Else, punk veterans The Damned offer a fresh take on The Lovin’ Spoonful’s “Summer In The City”. Driven by sharp guitars and an urgent vocal delivery, the band pushes the song toward a darker, more street-level feel, emphasizing the tension and intensity of urban life through their own unmistakable style.

The album was recorded over five intense days at Revolver Studio in Los Angeles and captures The Damned reconnecting with the raw spirit that first defined them. The lineup features Dave Vanian on vocals, Captain Sensible on guitar, Rat Scabies on drums, Paul Gray on bass, and longtime collaborator Monty Oxymoron on keyboards. Not Like Everybody Else is especially significant as it marks the first time in four decades that Rat Scabies has returned to the studio with the band. Each track was handpicked as a personal tribute to the group’s late guitarist Brian James and the artists who influenced him. James passed away last year.

The tracklist opens with R. Dean Taylor’s “There’s A Ghost In My House” and moves through well-known selections such as Pink Floyd’s “See Emily Play” and The Animals’ “When I Was Young”. The album concludes with a poignant closer, The Rolling Stones’ “The Last Time”, featuring Brian James himself. That performance was recorded during the final shows he played with The Damned, including their last appearance at the O2 Academy in Birmingham, and was carefully remixed for this release.

To mark the album’s arrival, The Damned will perform a series of one-off covers shows, including Albert Hall in Manchester on January 28, 2026, Bataclan in Paris on February 1, 2026, and Essigfabrik in Cologne on February 3, 2026. These performances will spotlight songs from Not Like Everybody Else alongside well-known covers that have appeared throughout the band’s career, serving as a tribute to Brian James and the group’s shared history.

Released in conjunction with The Damned’s 50th anniversary, Not Like Everybody Else stands as both a tribute and a reminder of the band’s lasting influence. The group will also perform songs from the album exclusively live on BBC Radio 6.

Reaching the 50-year mark also means five decades since punk’s initial explosion in 1976. The Damned played a key role in that movement, releasing the first U.K. punk single in “New Rose” and the first punk album with Damned, Damned, Damned. Brian James wrote the debut single and served as the primary songwriter on the album before leaving the band following their second release, Music For Pleasure, in 1977.

Over the years, The Damned have continued to build a devoted following through their reputation as a powerful live act. Their darker lyrical themes and Dave Vanian’s distinctive baritone vocals also helped place them at the forefront of the goth-rock movement.

In addition to the album-related shows, The Damned have announced a major 50th-anniversary concert at OVO Arena Wembley on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The event will celebrate five decades since the band first emerged as pioneers of British punk and will include special guests The Loveless featuring Marc Almond, Peter Hook And The Light, and The Courettes.

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Hollywood Vampires have confirmed plans to head back out on the road with a European tour scheduled for this summer.

The band takes its name from a circle of famous musicians that iconic rocker Alice Cooper regularly drank with in the early 1970s. That group famously included figures such as John Lennon and Keith Moon. Today, Hollywood Vampires is made up of Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry, actor and musician Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper, and producer-songwriter Tommy Henriksen.

The trio first joined forces in 2015, coming together in the studio through a shared appreciation for the music that shaped them. Their original goal was to honor what they described as their “dead, drunk friends” by performing songs written by artists who had passed on. What followed were high-energy shows that quickly gained attention, leading to performances in cities around the world.

Addressing their upcoming plans, Hollywood Vampires said: “After three years away, we’re finally coming back to tour the UK and Europe. We’re looking forward to incredible crowds, massive energy and more unforgettable nights. See you all soon!”

Hollywood Vampires 2026 European Tour Dates:

August 12 – The O2, London, UK
August 14 – TK Maxx presents Depot Live, Cardiff Castle, Cardiff, UK
August 15 – TK Maxx presents Scarborough Open Air Theatre, Scarborough, UK
August 17 – OVO Hydro, Glasgow, UK
August 18 – AO Arena, Manchester, UK
August 19 – Utilita Arena, Birmingham, UK
August 21 – Colchester Castle Summer Series, Colchester, UK
August 22 – TK Maxx presents Live at The Piece Hall, Halifax, UK
August 25 – PSD Bank Nürnberg ARENA, Nuremberg, Germany
August 26 – Adidas Arena, Paris, France
August 28 – Lanxess Arena, Cologne, Germany
August 30 – Barclays Arena, Hamburg, Germany
September 1 – Parco Della Musica Open Air, Milan, Italy
September 2 – Castello Carrese Open Air, Este, Italy

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The wait is finally over! Today, the mighty Kreator have unleashed their highly anticipated 16th studio album Krushers Of The World.

Featuring 10 hard-hitting anthems, the album enhances the band’s unmistakable classic thrash metal sound by boldly embracing modern elements wrapped in an uncompromising, massive production by acclaimed producer Jens Bogren.

Krushers Of The World showcases Kreator at the peak of their creative force — furious, precise, and more relevant than ever. The album bridges decades of thrash metal legacy with a contemporary edge that pushes the genre forward.

Coinciding with the album release, Kreator have premiered the official music video for the title track “Krushers Of The World”.

Set in a post-apocalyptic Berlin, the video paints a grim yet striking vision of a world on the brink, capturing themes that feel more urgent and topical than ever.

With Krushers Of The World, Kreator once again prove why they remain one of the most influential and vital forces in metal.

Mille Petrozza comments: “Hordes! Krushers Of The World is yours now! We hope you will enjoy it as much as we do. See you on tour!”

Stream and purchase Krushers Of The World here.

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The Devil Wears Prada — Mike Hranica on vocals, Jeremy DePoyster on guitar, and clean vocals, Kyle Sipress on guitar, Jonathan Gering on keys, synths, programming, and percussion, and Giuseppe Capolupo on drums — released their critically acclaimed ninth album Flowers last year via Solid State Records.

Today, the band has officially released “Play the Old Shit,” the secret song that appears at the end of the vinyl version of Flowers.

“Never have we played around with any kind of secret song, so it was really fun rolling out “Play the Old Shit” vinyl-only,” shares Hranica. “With that said, we’ve always known we’d release the song digitally, as well. The song is super straightforward, and within the context of the album, it provides a totally different ending in terms of mood. We are all very excited for listeners to check it out.”

Also, after a 2025 international tour schedule that would crush mere mortals and saw the band perform at Orlando Warped Tour, and in South Africa, Australia, and across Europe, TDWP will embark on the Spring 2026 headline tour in support of the album. The trek will feature Four Year Strong, Split Chain, and I Promised the World. The trek kicks off March 13 in Oklahoma City and runs through April 12 in Nashville. All dates are below. Get tickets here.

The Devil Wears Prada on Tour with Four Year Strong, Split Chain, & I Promised The World:

3/13 — Oklahoma City, OK — Diamond Ballroom
3/14 — Ft Worth, TX — Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall
3/15 — San Antonio, TX — Vibes Event Center
3/17 — Tucson, AZ — Rialto Theatre
3/18 — Las Vegas, NV — House of Blues
3/20 — Riverside, CA — Riverside Municipal Auditorium
3/21 — San Diego, CA — Soma
3/22 — Sacramento, CA — Ace of Spades
3/24 — Spokane, WA — Knitting Factory
3/25 — Boise, ID — Knitting Factory
3/27 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Depot
3/28 — Denver, CO — Summit
3/29 — Lawrence, KS — Granada
3/31 — Minneapolis, MN — The Fillmore
4/01 — Madison, WI — Sylvee
4/02 — Grand Rapids, MI — The Intersection
4/03 — Cleveland, OH — House of Blues
4/05 — Raleigh, NC — The Ritz
4/07 — Jacksonville, FL — FIVE
4/08 — Fort Lauderdale, FL — Revolution
4/10 — North Myrtle Beach, SC — House of Blues
4/11 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade
4/12 — Nashville, TN — Brooklyn Bowl

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New York death metal titans Immolation are charging into 2026 at full throttle with two massive tours and the announcement of their highly anticipated twelfth studio album, Descent, arriving April 10th via Nuclear Blast Records.

Ever since their landmark 1991 debut, Dawn of Possession, the band has set an unwavering standard for innovation, influencing generations of extreme metal worldwide. Their sound remains singular, driven by Bob Vigna’s signature fretwork—a masterclass of soaring leads and haunting, atmospheric dirges.

To experience the first taste of the devastation, The band has shared their new single “Adversary”—a crushing blend of blast beats, intimidating leads, and cavernous vocals. Defined by merciless percussion, dissonant riffing, and Ross Dolan’s commanding growls, the track is a monumental display of the band’s enduring power.

Immolation comments: “We are really excited to release Descent this year. The vibe and feel of this new one is almost addictive. We couldn’t be happier with how it came out and we can’t wait for everyone to hear it! This album takes what we’ve done on the last couple of records and truly brings it to a new level. The material stays true to our roots, but also goes into some new territory at times, being somewhat ambitious, but taking nods from even our earliest moments. We always strive to create interesting songs, and I believe we have achieved that on every track here. It’s truly one of the best records we’ve done, with an amazing production, atmosphere and flow. We look forward to playing it all live for you soon! Enjoy the Descent!”

Descent was captured across two locations: Justin Passamonte tracked guitars, bass, and vocals at Jpass Music, while drums were recorded at Mercinary Studios with Noah Buchanan. The production was a collaborative effort between the band and long-time engineer Zack Ohren, who also handled the mixing and mastering. The result is a muscular, high-fidelity production that captures the band’s most fiery and brooding moments with equal clarity. To call Descent “heavy” or “brutal” is an understatement; this is death metal with a unique, elevated voice that stands entirely alone.

Visually, the band has once again tapped Eliran Kantor to craft a haunting cover masterpiece—a true hallmark of the Immolation aesthetic— complemented by Santiago Jaramillo’s (Triple Seis Design) internal booklet illustrations. With this release, Immolation reinforces their status as one of the most enduring and vital forces in the genre.

You can now pre-order Descent here.

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Between The Buried and Me, who released their highly anticipated new album The Blue Nowhere in September 2025 via Inside Out Music, are celebrating the new year and their impending 2026 European tour with the release of a stunning live recording of album highlight, God Terror, recorded in Denver during the band’s North American dates.

Filmed and edited by Randy Edwards, with audio mixed and mastered by longtime collaborator Jamie King, you can watch the video below.

Tommy Rogers comments: “Once we started bringing new songs to the stage, we immediately felt a darker, more intense shift in the set when ‘God Terror’ hit. The energy was unmistakable, and we knew we wanted to capture that feeling in a live version of the tune. Denver felt like the obvious choice to film and record, thanks to the constant excitement and connection we’ve always shared with the fans there.”

Following an extensive North American tour, Between The Buried and Me bring The Blue Nowhere overseas, kicking off a month of European performances on Feb. 19 at London’s Islington Assembly Hall. Tickets are available here.
 
Tommy Rogers says of the upcoming tour: “We haven’t headlined across the U.K. and Europe since 2019, so it feels amazing to finally be going back! In support of our new album, The Blue Nowhere, we’re crafting an eclectic and dynamic setlist that spans our long and diverse catalog. Grab your tickets now and see you next year!”

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Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson have officially revealed plans for a co-headlining North American tour set for this summer. The outing brings together two of rock’s most instantly recognizable figures for a 21-date run that spans the country. The tour launches on August 20 in West Palm Beach, Florida, at iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre, moves through major cities including Boston, Chicago, and Detroit, and wraps up on September 20 in Concord, California, at Toyota Pavilion at Concord. Joining them on every date will be gold-certified Mongolian metal group The Hu and Los Angeles-based industrial rock veterans Orgy.

Ticket sales will begin with a Citi presale starting Tuesday, January 20 at 10 a.m. local time. Artist presales follow on Wednesday, January 21 at 10 a.m. local time. Additional presales will be available throughout the week before the general public onsale begins Friday, January 23 at 10 a.m. local time.

Citi has been named the official card partner for the Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson tour. Citi cardmembers will be able to purchase presale tickets starting Tuesday, January 20 at 10 a.m. local time through Thursday, January 22 at 10 p.m. local time via the Citi Entertainment program.

A complete list of confirmed tour dates is expected to be released alongside the ticket rollout.

This summer’s run marks another chapter in a familiar pairing. Zombie and Manson have previously toured together on multiple co-headlining runs, filling amphitheaters and arenas across North America. With both artists returning to the road side by side, the upcoming tour continues a partnership that has already proven its draw with fans nationwide.

Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson 2026 Tour Dates:

Aug. 20 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre^+
Aug. 21 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre^+
Aug. 23 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre^+
Aug. 24 – Charlotte, NC – Truliant Amphitheater^+
Aug. 26 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center^+
Aug. 27 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center^+
Aug. 29 – Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake^+
Aug. 30 – Darien Center, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater^+
Sep. 01 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre^+
Sep. 02 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center^+
Sep. 04 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre^+
Sep. 05 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre^+
Sep. 06 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center^+
Sep. 09 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheater^+
Sep. 10 – Kansas City, MO – Morton Amphitheater^+
Sep. 12 – Greenwood Village, CO – Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre*^+
Sep. 14 – West Valley City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre^+
Sep. 16 – Airway Heights, WA – BECU Live at Northern Quest+
Sep. 17 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre^+
Sep. 18 – Ridgefield, WA – Cascades Amphitheater^+
Sep. 20 – Concord, CA – Toyota Pavilion at Concord^+

*not a Live Nation show
^with The Hu
+with Orgy

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Multi-platinum country artist and Staind frontman Aaron Lewis is set to kick off the first leg of his “2026 American Tour” next week. For this run, he will once again be joined by his longtime backing band The Stateliners. The nationwide tour stretches from coast to coast, giving audiences across the U.S. another chance to experience Lewis’s straightforward songwriting style and unvarnished approach to live performance.

Lewis has built a reputation for concerts that feel personal and grounded, leaning heavily into songs shaped by everyday experiences and hard truths. His work continues to resonate with fans who connect to music that reflects real life, real challenges, and a distinctly American perspective. The “2026 American Tour” is expected to include well-known favorites, along with new material scheduled for release later this year.

The tour officially begins on January 22 in Quapaw, Oklahoma. From there, the itinerary includes appearances at notable venues such as Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium and Las Vegas’s Pearl Theater, along with dates across the Midwest, the West Coast, and the Northeast.

Additional details and ticket information are available here.

Aaron Lewis and The Stateliners “2026 American Tour” Dates:

Jan. 22 – Quapaw, OK – Downstream Casino Resort
Jan. 23 – Durant, OK – Choctaw Grand Theater
Jan. 27 – Tampa, FL – Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Event Center
Jan. 28 – Tampa, FL – Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Event Center
Jan. 30 – Immokalee, FL – Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee
Jan. 31 – Okeechobee, FL – Seminole Brighton Bay Hotel & Casino
Feb. 1 – Coconut Creek, FL – Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
Feb. 6 – Hot Springs, AR – Oaklawn Event Center
Feb. 7 – Lake Charles, LA – Golden Nugget Lake Charles
Feb. 12 – Effingham, IL – Effingham Performance Center
Feb. 13 – Anderson, IN – Harrah’s Hoosier Park
Feb. 14 – Battle Creek, MI – FireKeepers Casino
Feb. 19 – Bloomington, IL – Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
Feb. 20 – Joliet, IL – Rialto Square Theatre
Feb. 21 – Ottumwa, IA – Bridge View Center
Feb. 26 – Pikeville, KY – Appalachian Wireless Arena
Feb. 27 – Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium
Feb. 28 – Lawrenceburg, IN – Hollywood Casino & Hotel
March 6 – Scottsdale, AZ – Talking Stick Resort
March 7 – Santa Fe, NM – Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino
March 11 – West Wendover, NV – Peppermill Concert Hall
March 12 – West Wendover, NV – Peppermill Concert Hall
March 13 – Reno, NV – Silver Legacy Casino & Resort
March 14 – Las Vegas, NV – Pearl Theater
March 17 – Grand Junction, CO – Avalon Theatre
March 19 – Lemoore, CA – Tachi Palace Casino Resort
March 20 – Coachella, CA – Spotlight 29 Casino
March 21 – Lincoln, CA – Thunder Valley Casino Resort
March 24 – Auburn, WA – Muckleshoot Casino Resort
March 25 – Auburn, WA – Muckleshoot Casino Resort
April 9 – Bethlehem, PA – Wind Creek Event Center
April 10 – Schenectady, NY – M&T Bank Center
April 11 – Mashantucket, CT – Foxwoods Resort Casino
April 16 – Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall
April 17 – Atlantic City, NJ – Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Resort
April 18 – Oxon Hill, MD – MGM National Harbor
April 23 – Tulsa, OK – River Spirit Casino Resort
April 24 – Norman, OK – Riverwind Casino
April 25 – Poplar Bluff, MO – Black River Coliseum
May 1 – Salado, TX – Johnny’s Steaks + BBQ
May 2 – Bellville, TX – Rock The Country
June 6 – Bristol, VA – Hard Rock Live
June 11 – Karlstad, MN – Kick’n Up Kountry 2026
July 10 – Paoli, IN – Castle Knoll Amphitheater
July 11 – Ashland, KY – Rock The Country
July 16 – Lancaster, KY – American Music Theatre
July 18 – Hampton Beach, NH – Hampton Beach Casino
July 24 – Shipshewana, IN – Blue Gate Performing Arts Center
July 25 – Petros, TN – Historic Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary
Aug. 12 – Roswell, NM – Eastern New Mexico State Fairgrounds
Aug. 13 – Canyon, TX – The Lumberyard / Backyard
Aug. 14 – Fort Worth, TX – Billy Bob’s Texas
Aug. 15 – Mulvane, KS – Kansas Star Casino

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