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traumabond Premiere New Music Video For “Doyenne”
Floridian hardcore metal quintet traumabond premiere a new music video by the name of "Doyenne", streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below. Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com -
Employed To Serve Premiere New Music Video For “Now Thy Kingdom Come”
“Now Thy Kingdom Come” has been selected as the newest single from Employed To Serve’s latest studio album, “Fallen Star.” The British math-infused metalcore outfit once again enlisted director Murry Deaves — known for his work with Love Is Noise and Higher Power — to helm the accompanying music video. Frontwoman Justine Jones commen… Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com -
The Amity Affliction Premiere New Single & Music Video “Bleed” From Upcoming New Album “House Of Cards”
Australian metalcore mainstays The Amity Affliction have released another preview of their forthcoming studio album, “House Of Cards.” The band have debuted a Daniel Daly-directed music video for their latest single, “Bleed.” “House Of Cards” marks the first album from The Amity Affliction since Jonny Reeves (Kingdom Of Giants) stepp… Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com -
Silverstein Premiere New Music Video For “Stress”
Canadian post-hardcore outfit Silverstein have unveiled a live performance-style video for their track “Stress.” The footage was captured by Dylan Fipps during the band’s “25 Years Of Noise” tour last year. “Stress” originally appeared on “Antibloom,” the first installment of the double album the group issued in 2025. Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com -
As Everything Unfolds Premiere New Single & Music Video “DENIAL” From Upcoming New Album “DID YOU ASK TO BE SET FREE?”
A new single and music video has premiered for “DENIAL” from melodic metalcore band As Everything Unfolds, streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below. The track serves as the opener to their upcoming album, “DID YOU ASK TO BE SET FREE?,” which is scheduled for release on April 10th through Century Media Records. Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com -
Southpaw FLHC Premiere New Single & Music Video “TTG”
Southpaw FLHC have released their new single “TTG,” which arrives alongside an official music video, both of which now available for streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below. The title serves as an abbreviation for “Trained To Go.” Discussing the track, the hardcore outfit shared: Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com -
Words is marcball’s Single Out Now
Good Day Noir Family,
Marcball’s “Words” hits with immediate energy, driven by tight rhythm guitars and a pulse that pulls you in without hesitation.Words is marcball’s Single Out Now
The equalization leans toward brighter tonalities, giving the track a crystalline intensity that cuts cleanly through the speakers.
That sharpness doesn’t feel excessive, though it adds urgency and clarity to every section.
The song quickly reveals its hook-driven nature. It’s undeniably catchy, yet it avoids predictability. There’s a subtle nod to ’90s rock in the guitar inflections and overall attitude. However, the production firmly anchors the track in the present. The blend of nostalgic edge and modern polish creates a balance that feels fresh.
Marcball’s vocal performance stands out for its solidity and confidence. His delivery supports the energetic vibe instead of competing with it. The tone carries determination, and the phrasing flows naturally over the instrumental backbone. The emotional drive of the track remains consistent from verse to chorus.
The dynamics are handled with precision. The verses build tension through steady momentum, while the chorus opens up just enough to provide release. That push and pull keeps the listener engaged throughout. In addition, the chord progression holds attention from beginning to end. It doesn’t rely on flashy tricks; instead, it uses structure and pacing to maintain interest.
A highlight arrives with the guitar solo. Fast and precise, it injects a burst of adrenaline without derailing the song’s structure. The technical execution is sharp, yet it never overshadows the melody. Then the chorus returns, and it’s one of those refrains that invites you to sing along instinctively. That accessibility strengthens the track’s replay value.
The drums and bass lock together tightly, providing a sturdy framework that allows the guitars to soar. The result is a cohesive, energetic rock song that feels thoughtfully assembled.
“Words” confirms Marcball as an artist who understands melody and momentum. It’s an exciting discovery and a track I would confidently recommend to anyone seeking modern rock with heart.
Words is marcball‘s Single Out Now!
Energetic!
Words is marcball’s Single Out Now
Marc Ball is an independent alt-rock artist who channels the intensity of the creative process into powerful, introspective songs. With three albums and a catalog of 32 self-produced tracks, he has built a focused body of work driven by honest lyricism and energetic guitar-based sound. His music explores the struggle behind turning thoughts into words, capturing the tension between chaos and clarity that defines artistic creation. Through raw emotion and determined songwriting, Marc Ball continues to shape a distinctive voice in the indie rock landscape.
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The Prodigal Son Returns To Town – Ian Voltage’s New Single ‘Prodigal Son’ Doesn’t Bow Or Beg
Forget apologies. Forget remorse. Today March 5th, 2026, Ian Voltage has released their new single ‘Prodigal Son‘ — and it doesn’t politely knock. It kicks the door down and walks straight in. Listen to the single on major music platforms – here The track starts with a sexy, seductive guitar riff dripping with 80s hard […]
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Brave is Mister Chorister’s Single Out Now
Good Day Noir Family,
Mister Chorister’s “Brave” bursts forward with a driving rhythm and a razor-sharp tone that slices through the air.Brave is Mister Chorister’s Single Out Now
The high-end equalization gives the track a bright, almost electric sheen, and that sonic clarity immediately injects energy into the room.
This is an uplifting rock song that doesn’t hesitate; it steps forward with confidence and momentum.
The construction of the piece reveals careful thought. The verse maintains tension and forward motion, sustaining the pulse without overcrowding the arrangement. Then, brief pauses mark transitions like chapter breaks, allowing the listener to reset before the next surge. When the chorus arrives, it truly explodes. Distorted guitars pump with force, expanding the track’s dynamic range and amplifying its emotional lift.
The bassline deserves special attention. It locks tightly with the drums, creating a solid framework that supports every melodic and harmonic shift. That rhythmic backbone gives “Brave” its physical presence. The groove feels sturdy yet flexible, and the interplay between bass and percussion keeps the song grounded even as the guitars soar above.
Mister Chorister balances rock intensity with subtle alternative pop influences. The melodies remain accessible, and the chorus carries a hook that lingers long after the track ends. The production never drifts into excess. Each element has space to breathe, and the layering feels deliberate rather than crowded.
The dynamic flow enhances the listening experience. The controlled verses heighten anticipation, while the chorus delivers release. This push and pull sustains engagement from beginning to end. The brightness of the mix, paired with those driving distortions, creates a modern edge that feels polished and raw.
“Brave” channels determination and optimism through sharp production and strong songwriting. Mister Chorister proves that energetic rock can still carry nuance and structure. It’s a vibrant single that energizes without losing focus, and it stands as a fine example of alternative rock with pop sensibility.
Brave is Mister Chorister’s Single Out Now!
Invigorating!
Brave is Mister Chorister’s Single Out Now
MISTER CHORISTER, hailing from London, England, is a captivating artist whose music resonates with themes of courage, introspection, and resilience. Drawing inspiration from his Australian roots, Mister Chorister embarked on a musical journey in his childhood, using melodies as a tool to navigate through emotions and self-discovery. After a hiatus of nearly three decades, he returned to songwriting driven by an inner calling, shaping his unique sound characterized by uplifting melodies, poignant lyrics, and expansive choruses.
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Reviews: Unverkalt, HÉR, Phoenix Lake, ØVI (Matt Bladen & Mark Young)
Unverkalt – Héréditaire (Season Of Mist) [Matt Bladen]We’ve covered German/Greek band Unverkalt before in these pages and they received a favourable review for their previous record, A Lump Of Death: A Chaos Of Dead Lovers, from Mr Young. So this time I grabbed their third album Héréditaire settled in for just over 50 minutes of post-black metal which has heady claims to be for fans of Cult Of Luna, Myrkur and Julie Christmas, or as they’re known in the trade ArcTanGent/Damnation acts.
Their previous release must have turned heads like it did ours as this album is their first for Season Of Must and it sees the band refining their definition of heaviness. Always delicately balancing atmospheric highs with crushing lows, the divide between their duality is more pronounced here, Unverkalt creating an album that will solidify the decision to sign them to a roster of so many legendary and influential bands.
Héréditaire sees the emotional, romantic moments of the band given space to breathe, some tracks just sitting in that ambient space where clean guitars shimmer and haunting vocals, paint pictures of soul searching before the band descend into lamentations of gargantuan chaos. Band founders Themis Ioannou (guitar/keys/production) and Dimitra Kalavrezou (vocals/lyrics) still use this band as a way to translate grief, sadness and the eternal questions that plague us.
The guitars of Eli Mavrychev can soar hopefully or bring introspective regret to a song, then about face, unleash city levelling heaviness and flurries of tremolo picked hellfire with Ioannou, all aggression and ferocity, as the engine room of bassist Joscha Hoyer and drummer Christian Eggers, shift just as easily into the many forms Unverkalt take from insistent doom to insidious black metal blasts. This polarity also comes in the vocals where Dimitra Kalavrezou’s voice is angelic, ensconced in reverb and waif-like mysticism but never lacks any efficacy.
They blend with Mavrychev’s growls and with the guest vocals from one Mr Sakis Tolis of Rotting Christ on I, The Deceit, but with the third album they can also manifest as blackened banshee shrieks. A new addition to their sound that sees them pushing boundaries, experimenting with what Unverkalt is as a band and album three, exposes the lies of dogma and the cursed nature of existence without every finding catharsis.
The previous two records were inspired by art, theatre, culture, the things we should strive for, escapes from the every day. Héréditaire undoes all that hope with a mixture of melancholic acceptance and unbridled rage. Still in the Avant-garde but with a move to the angry, Unverkalt adopt the history of their new home with their most “extreme” record yet. 9/10
HÉR – Monochrome (Season Of Mist) [Mark Young]Every now and then, the boss sends a curve ball my way. Add into this particular mix that Monochrome has fallen into my not so regular episodes of ‘stragglers weekly’ and I’m faced with an unusual dilemma.
How do you review (quickly) an album that is so fundamentally different from what you normally listen to without falling into cliché or resorting to a few withering jibes, the kind that Kerrang etc used to do back in their heyday. The simple approach is to give it the same attention as you would any other release and go from there. Monochrome starts with Chant, a long, sprawling introduction to what the next 41minutes or so will be about. Make no mistake, this would normally have me throwing the towel in and pressing skip, but then you would be missing out on what turns out to be a mesmeric experience.As drawn out as this feels, it also gets under your skin, the repeated vocalising set with building instruments behind so that gradually your ears are filled. It changes into what I normally associate with folk but presented in a more authentically sounding way. For me it’s the way that they have built this track, the ever-expanding wave of noise that also increases in tempo as it navigates its way to an ultimate end. Is it an easy listen? Absolutely not. Worthy of my time? Absolutely.
After that, Needles And Bark wisely pulls back, but at the same time keeps a similar vocal delivery in place (I’m not sure if that is Maciej or Tomasz so I mention them both) where it does the hard work in getting the emotion across. Its still folk, in that traditional instruments are at play, but this isn’t the traditional form that I have heard before. This is frenzied, unhinged and controlled at the same time.
Going Down takes that unhinged mantra and runs with it, almost entering the realms of space folk with some of the effects they deploy. The way that they have picked up pace as a means of dragging you along with their tales has to be applauded because I’ll be honest. I didn’t think I would be giving this the attention I have done. And I’m glad, because I would have missed out on something decidedly unique.
Patience In Observation dials that back, bringing a more percussive touch that is surprisingly deft. Slipknot and Praise The Day occupy similar spaces, taking on approaches and motifs explored earlier to ensure that your attention doesn’t drift away. Special mention has to be given to how they make the songs move without using guitars which for me is the staple of the music I listen to.
Farewell is just that, their closing statement and one that is an achingly beautiful piece of music. As a bookend it works remarkably well, keeping it memorable without making it too dense or complex.It goes without saying that fans of folk in general will find a home here. That is a given. But it is that intriguing that non-fans could find something here that attracts too. 8/10
Phoenix Lake – Seraphina: The Fall Of Eden (Self Released) [Matt Bladen]
Phoenix Lake have been creating waves on the UK scene for a while now. The alt metal band have been sculpting these songs on the live stage, creating an epic, theatrical, concept piece as their debut record. Although they didn’t initially plan to write a concept album they adapted a song from their debut EP and from there came “a concept album that chronicles the journey of a fallen angel as she navigates the complexities of human existence.”
It’s a way for Phoenix Lake to put their personal emotions and feelings about this often suffocating and scary world into music but from the perspective of a fantasy protagonist. Fall From Eden is the first track proper and introduces to anyone who may not know what Phoenix Lake do as a band, on the instrumental side Ash Wilson (guitars), Zak Smith (bass) and Joe Synott (drums), combine chunky alt metal with symphonic metal trappings, as melodic lead guitars cut through thick grooves.
But it’s more than that, there’s piano and orchestrations all fleshing out the record as the influences of bands such as Visions Of Atlantis or Xandria come through on the galloping This Abyss. Any band trying to create these fantasy worlds need a great singer and the vocals of Lana Phillis are a massive benefit to the band, like Birmingham band Vanitas, Phillis’ voice has a soaring power but can switch to a scream in an instant.
Now at 14 songs it’s a record that needs a lot of investment, but with modern metal fusing with symphonic metal styles, Seraphina: The Fall Of Eden manages to engage you with the conceptual nature and great performances. A concept record as you debut is a risk but it pays off for Phoenix Lake. 8/10
ØVI – Hedera Helix (Self Released) [Mark Young]
So here is a cheeky little 4 speed gearbox, 4 songs in 17minutes delivered with some venom and velocity. The band themselves acknowledge influences from Gojira to Nine Inch Nails in their effort to shape a sound that bludgeons with finesse. EP’s are a wonderful thing, a way of dipping one’s toe to see if a band’s style is one you can get behind. Hedera Helix is such a thing, 4 pugnacious tracks of unremitting heaviness that favours a direct approach and really, what more do you want in an EP?
Lilith takes no time in getting its muscular set up across, and despite that squat form of attack they inject a measure of melody within it. Its sound is what I would describe as that modern sound – guitars tuned low, possibly 7 or 8 strings getting a royal kicking whilst the drums are racing without pause.In terms of an arrangement, its circular, constantly revolving around its axis and in that respect, it does a decent job in getting things going for us. Penanggalan takes over next, bringing that similar approach so that the two are barely distinguishable in all honesty. I’m not saying that it’s a bad song by any means, especially the interlude where they step back a little. It is simply that by following straight after Lilith its too close in build.
Prometheon is lighter by comparison, the tonal shift is massive when sat next to the others. It still races at a considerable tilt, the drumming is crushing whilst still having an eye on when to ease off. By having that lighter feel to it, it makes them more interesting to me in that they don’t just rely on the lower end to be heavy. And then they do it again, with Absolve sounding like they have purposefully tried to write a song that bridges the three that came before it.There’s prominent keys in there, syncopated riffs and of course that exemplar drumming that has been a keystone all the way through. Ultimately, it’s a brief introduction to a band that is finding its place. Yes, they sound like a number of different bands, but then doesn’t all of them at some point in their existence? With Promethean and Absolve there are two tracks that show that there is more to them than just simple riffing. 7/10