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Mastodon have announced the details of their first full-length in five years, one that represents a whole new chapter in their untameable story in more ways than one.

Titled ‘Marrow Deep’ it is set for release on August 28 via Loma Vista Recordings. It’s the band’s first output to feature guitarist Nick Johnston and signicant contributions from keyboardist João Nogueira.

The artwork looks like this:

Whilst the tracklisting is like this:

1. Barbarians Blood
2. Poisonous Weapons
3. Your Ghost Again
4. Snakes For Dinner
5. Out Like a Lamb
6. In the Ruins
7. They’re Coming For You
8. Golden Spires
9. Moth and Bone
10. A Vampire’s Demeanor
11. The Vanishing
12. The Three Fates

The band have also shared a new taste of it, with a very special guest. That is ‘Snakes For Dinner’, a spiralling, fiery, thrilling piece of progressive genius that represents as much of who the band has been in the past as who they clearly want to be now. It also features none other than Josh Homme of Queens Of The Stone Age, who adds a slick layer of devastating energy to the back end of the track, a match made in Heaven.

Here it is:

In preparation for the album, the band have also shared a very special and very emotional documentary titled ‘The Mastodon In The Room’, where they go into their relationship with former guitarist Brent Hinds who passed away last year.

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Saint Bagny masterfully blends dark synth, alternative pop, and atmospheric electronica on Virage, crafting a brooding yet emotionally uplifting meditation on change, surrender, and personal growth. Pulsing synths, cinematic textures, and understated rhythms create an immersive sonic landscape, while the expressive French vocals add intimacy and emotional depth. The collaboration with Harmo Draüs introduces a beautiful dynamic, enriching the track’s reflective atmosphere without disrupting its hypnotic flow. Balancing shadowy electronic aesthetics with memorable melodies, Virage is an elegant and emotionally resonant composition that showcases Saint Bagny’s refined artistic vision.

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Simon Gabriel transforms the wonder of space exploration into an immersive electronic voyage with ISS, a mesmerizing blend of chill synthwave and cinematic electronica. Smooth analog textures, soaring melodies, and a gently pulsating rhythm evoke the perpetual motion of the International Space Station, creating a sense of effortless weightlessness. Richly layered yet remarkably restrained, the production balances emotional warmth with technical precision, allowing the track’s subtle evolution to unfold naturally. Both contemplative and uplifting, ISS is a beautifully crafted instrumental that captures the awe of looking beyond Earth’s horizon while showcasing Simon Gabriel’s refined compositional vision.

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Interview by Ali Williams There are few bands in Australia who can announce they are taking a string quartet on tour and not have the nation immediately clutching its pearls in fear of acoustic violations. You Am I, thankfully, are not most bands. When HEAVY’s Ali Williams caught up with bassist Andy Kent, the news […]

Atlas Lost deliver an absorbing blend of alternative and space rock on Indigo, pairing expansive soundscapes with emotionally resonant songwriting. Atmospheric guitars, dynamic rhythms, and carefully layered production create a rich sonic journey that balances introspective verses with soaring, memorable choruses. The band’s knack for weaving melodic hooks into textured arrangements gives the track both immediacy and depth, while its gradual evolution keeps the listener fully engaged. Moody, cinematic, and thoughtfully composed, Indigo is a compelling showcase of Atlas Lost’s ability to merge classic guitar-driven rock with expansive, modern atmospherics.

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Once again, Oi! music goes through a well-deserved resurgence, offering the well-known sounds to both newbies to the

Interview by Angela Croudace German power metal veterans StormHammer are embracing a heavier, more aggressive direction on their upcoming album Wrath of the Hammer, due for release on July 17, while still staying true to their melodic foundations. Bassist Horst Tessmann revealed the album marks a deliberate shift back towards the sound of Welcome to […]

Michael St. Over, the hard rock alter ego of songwriter, producer, label executive, and MTS Records founder Michael Stover, will release his debut single ‘Ride Sweet Angel‘ on July 31st  via MTS Records. The single is a powerful, emotionally charged hard rock anthem that tackles difficult but important subjects including child abuse, drug addiction, and ultimately, redemption […]

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Midway Still return with Could Have Been, a vibrant blast of power pop and punk-infused indie rock that proves the band’s melodic instincts remain as sharp as ever. Buzzing guitars, driving rhythms, and irresistibly catchy hooks fuel a track that balances youthful energy with the confidence of seasoned musicians. The heartfelt vocal delivery adds a nostalgic edge without sounding stuck in the past, while the crisp production gives the song a fresh, contemporary punch. Overflowing with infectious choruses and feel-good momentum, Could Have Been is a triumphant comeback that captures everything great about timeless guitar-driven songwriting.

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Hydra is the brainchild of Swedish songwriter/ musician Henrik Hedström, who has been a songwriter based out of Stockholm for many years and a friend of drummer/ producer Daniel Flores (First Signal, Find Me, The Murder Of My Sweet) for the past 15 years. After the two album releases ‘Point Break‘ (2022) and ‘ReHydration‘ (2024), the […]

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