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Celebrating eight years of showcasing some of the most debaucherous and brutal extreme metal to roll through the state of Florida, Tampa Death Fest returns for two nights of uncompromising extreme metal on September 5th and 6th, at the legendary Brass Mug in Tampa Bay, Florida.

The festival has announced it’s accepting band submissions to fill remaining slots for its 2026 lineup. Bands interested in performing at Tampa Death Fest are encouraged to submit their materials before the April 1st deadline. TDF welcomes extreme-metal acts of all styles and origins, with a commitment to curating a lineup that reflects the genre’s depth, diversity, and global reach.

Bands can apply their EPK at: tampabaymetalscene.booking[@]yahoo.com

Since launching in 2019, Tampa Death Fest has cemented itself as a cornerstone of the underground extreme‑metal community. Rooted in the city widely hailed as the Death Metal Capital of the World, TDF continues to unite bands, fans and local businesses under its guiding mantra: “Strength Through Unity, Unity Through Metal.”

Each year, TDF showcases a diverse roster of international, national, and regional acts, offering a platform for rising underground talent to share the stage with established legends. Past editions of TDF have hosted such notable acts as Satan, Venom, Inc, Ringworm, Diabolic, Leishmaniasis (Colombia), Repulsive Vision (UK), Massacre, Atheist, GraveHuffer, Blasphemation, Carpathian Funeral, Kill The Imposter, Sadistic Vision, Nibiru, Merciless Scum, Quiescent Mantis, MRSA, Pantheon, and more.

With an ever‑growing international presence, Tampa Death Fest continues to strengthen connections across Florida and beyond, fostering a spirit of collaboration and community engagement within the metal scene.

About Tampa Death Fest:​
Founded in 2019, Tampa Death Fest has grown into a premier event within the extreme metal world. The festival’s mission is to uplift artists, unite fans, and celebrate the culture of heavy music through a shared passion for brutality, creativity, and community.

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Chalk Hands return on March 27th 2026 with their new album The Line That Shapes the Coast of Us, released

If you think managing a four-piece band is a headache, spare a thought for Big Band of Boom. With a massive twelve-piece line-up, this lot are less of a traditional rock group and more of a musical riot. Blending the heavy-hitting energy of Rage Against the Machine and System of a Down with the brass-heavy … Continue reading Headline Act: Big Band of Boom

JUNGLE ROT Cruel Face Of War – Out May 15th

From Unique Leader Records Facebook:

New single “Apocalyptic Dawn” streaming everywhere now!

1. Intro
2. Apocalyptic Dawn
3. Cruel Face of War
4. Maniacal
5. Suffer in Silence
6. Radicalized
7. Blade of Betrayal
8. When the Elders Rise
9. Horrors Vile (featuring David Ingram of Benediction)
10. Legacy of the Damned
11. Rot Riffs
12. Hollow Husk

Dave Matrise (vocals, guitars) comments:

“Let’s start off by saying what an amazing accomplishment it is to hit 12 releases in my career. Never would I think I’d still be doing this 30+ years later. I guess be careful what you wish for. I’m very grateful to all of our fans that have supported us for so many years and for never giving up on us. To my bandmates for all of their hard work and dedication to me and JRot over all these years.

‘Cruel Face Of War’ will not disappoint. It’s full of crushing grooves and violent hooks that will surely break anyone’s neck.”

Preorder now from our webstore – https://rowstore.uniqueleader.com/artist/jungle-rot/

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Decibel Magazine #259 Features Power Trip on the Cover + Metal Devastation PR Clients Stellagen, Faith In Vain, Everyperson, Divisions of Grandeur, Ninja Witch, Altared States, Dragsholm, and The Casket Kids
The latest issue of Decibel Magazine (#259) is officially out now, with Power Trip ripping up the cover in a must-have edition for metal fans everywhere.
Inside this month’s issue, Metal Devastation PR proudly presents its “Metal Devastation PR Recommendations” advertisement, shining a spotlight on its roster of relentless artists:
Stellagen, Faith In Vain, Everyperson, Divisions of Grandeur, Ninja Witch, Altared States, Dragsholm, and The Casket Kids
This stacked issue doesn’t stop there. Readers will also find features and coverage on heavy hitters including Immolation , Exodus , Corrosion of Conformity , Gaerea , Archspire , Hellripper , and Pigs Blood , among others.
Whether you’re in it for the legends, the underground, or the next wave of metal destruction, Issue #259 delivers the goods front to back.
Grab your copy now:
https://store.decibelmagazine.com/collections/back-issues/products/june-2026-259

More info on the bands at these links:
https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28491/the-casket-kids-unleash-midnight-a-dark-metal-punk-anthem-from-upcoming-album-black-miasma
https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28505/everyperson-emerges-from-the-shadows-with-darkly-cinematic-metalcore-synthwave-fusion
https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28437/stellagen-releases-new-album-a-fraction-of-infinity-out-now
https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28490/faith-in-vains-soultied-marks-a-bold-new-chapter-for-modern-metalcore
https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28510/divisions-of-grandeur-unveil-debut-album-the-prevalence-of-suffering
https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28436/ninjawitch-unleashes-new-ep-frequency-of-gods-out-now
https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28483/altared-states-unleash-new-album-borrowed-time
https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28482/dragsholm-unveil-new-single-i-am-the-impaler-and-announce-debut-album-from-the-bloodlines-of-bram

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Ash Magick’s nefariously old school approach has made them one of Turkey’s most promising young extreme metal bands

“9 Days Of Sorrow”, the latest single from As The Sun Falls‘s forthcoming studio album Songs From The Veil, has premiered online in the form of an official music video. The latter was filmed by Alan Välimaa and edited by Katerina Karpouzi.
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