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Check the second advance single, “Colours”, from Xandria‘s upcoming studio record Eclipse, which comes out on August 7th via Napalm Records.
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In 1995, the Misfits got back together, but it wasn’t really the Misfits. In the time since the theatrical hardcore punk greats broke up in 1983, frontman Glenn Danzig became a metal star with his band Danzig, and countless bands covered the Misfits and/or cited them as a key influence. The Crimson Skull logo was inescapable. So bassist Jerry Only and guitarist Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein put together a new version of the band. They needed a new frontman, and a 19-year-old New Jersey native named Michael Emanuel became known as Michale Graves.

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ON TOUR WITH BLUES PILLS IN AUTUMN 2026 One of the most distinctive and revered forces in rock music, Sweden’s GRAVEYARD have announced October 9th, 2026 as the release date for their highly anticipated seventh studio album, Fever. Three years after the dreamlike haze of much-lauded previous record Six, the band return with a heavier, more direct sound — […]

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Accept are marking their 50th anniversary with the release of Teutonic Titans 1976–2026, a career-spanning collection featuring re-recorded classics and an extensive lineup of guest musicians from across the metal world.

Scheduled for release on September 4, 2026 via Napalm Records, the album includes 19 revamped tracks and appearances from 50 guest performers. Led by guitarist Wolf Hoffmann, Accept revisit songs from their classic catalog with a rotating cast of vocalists and musicians joining longtime frontman Mark Tornillo.

Reflecting on the project, Hoffmann said: “There is no better way to celebrate this 50-year anniversary than to have our musical peers, friends, and inspirations come together with us to record these classic Accept songs, which I am honored and proud to share with the world. I hope everyone enjoys this very special record as much as we all enjoyed making it.”

The album revisits material originally released between I’m A Rebel and Eat The Heat, giving each song a different lineup and a fresh interpretation. Among the standout collaborations, Tobias Forge of Ghost appears on “Save Us”, while drummer Ray Luzier joins the performance.

One of the first tracks unveiled is “Fast As A Shark”, featuring Philip Anselmo of Pantera, Kirk Hammett of Metallica, Mikkey Dee of Scorpions, and Billy Sheehan from Mr. Big.

Discussing the recording, Hoffmann explained: “This song was so much fun! We even re-recorded the intro in a Bavarian oompah style… a friend of mine lives in Bavaria, and he was in contact with one of those traditional Bavarian woodwind outfits, and they recorded the traditional German folk song “Ein Heller Und Ein Batzen” for us, which was fantastic. We were lucky to get Phil Anselmo on vocals, Billy Sheehan on bass, and of course Kirk Hammett on guitar, which is amazing, and Mikkey Dee on drums, so that’s a pretty nice supergroup, isn’t it?”

Hammett added about “Fast As A Shark”: “A real honor to pay back the great inspiration Accept had for me!”

Other contributors to Teutonic Titans 1976–2026 include K.K. Downing of Judas Priest, Bobby “Blitz” Ellsworth of Overkill, Hansi Kürsch of Blind Guardian, Chris Jericho of Fozzy, Ralf Scheepers of Primal Fear, Ola Englund of The Haunted, and Jeff Loomis of Nevermore.

The collection also includes a new version of “Hellhammer” performed by the current Accept lineup of Hoffmann, bassist Martin Motnik, guitarist Philip Shouse, and drummer Christopher Williams, alongside Jason McMaster from Dangerous Toys.

Over the course of five decades, Accept have remained one of heavy metal’s most influential acts, with landmark releases such as Balls To The Wall, Restless And Wild and Metal Heart helping shape the genre. Since the arrival of Mark Tornillo in 2009, the band has continued releasing successful albums and maintaining a strong presence on the international metal scene, further extending a legacy that now reaches the half-century mark.

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Cards on the table—this review is late. Really late. We got the promo, but it went unclaimed, and it wasn’t until I picked up Lynx’s Trinity of Suns for personal enjoyment that I listened. Before I finished my first spin, I knew I had to Filter it. And that’s exactly what I did. I sat down to write my 200ish words about Lynx’s sophomore album, and the words spilled out. Too many, actually. I described how every subsequent journey through Trinity of Suns deepens my appreciation for Lynx’s retro rock, and soon I realized I had more to say than a limited word count would allow. Over the last month, Lynx has enraptured me with their sultry siren song, entrenching Trinity of Suns as a mainstay for commutes and chores. Rather than saving it as a Thing You Might Have Missed, though, I dared to write the counter-breaking missive I hoped my betters would permit. I begged. I cajoled. I cashed in the scant favors and political capital I’ve accrued since joining the staff to get this thing published. Was it worth it? If you’re reading these words, you’re damn right it was.

Between releasing 2021’s Watcher of Skies and follow-up Trinity of Suns, Lynx underwent a transformation I can only describe as transcendent. Huck N Roll offered some pointed criticism for their debut, a slab of 70s hard rock worship in the vein of Thin Lizzy and Blue Öyster Cult. Specifically, Huck noted that the songwriting was as unrefined as guitarist Marvin Keifer’s vocal performance, and the wanton surfeit of cymbals debilitated the listening experience. Five years later, Lynx obliterates whatever expectations listeners set based on Watcher of Skies. Most notably, Trinity of Suns introduces Amy Zine as full-time lead vocalist¹—a decision that catapults Lynx’s potential into the Skies. Just as importantly, though, Lynx displays more restraint and maturity in their arrangements to wonderful effect.

Though the core of Lynx’s identity remains the same, the band deftly incorporates inspirations to elevate their sound. Rather than relegating the best moments to snappy intros, Trinity of Suns steeps its compositions in throwback, classic rock drama. “Stranger Sign in the Sky” boasts a Rushified break that harkens to “By-Tor and the Snow Dog,” while “Oppressive Season” starts with an intro that could pass for a lost Jimmy Buffet cut before tumbling into a Thin Lizzy tizzy. “Seven Days of Darkness,” meanwhile, melds the majesty of Pink Floyd psychedelia with the soulful intimacy of Tanith’s starkest emotional moments, eliciting a warm, heartfelt fuzz that pairs perfectly with the desert-ready palette Lynx paints with. The resulting thirty-nine minutes simmer with subtle heat, proving how the songwriting has evolved over the last half-decade.

\In addition to more fluid song structures, Lynx unchains stunning performances across Trinity of Suns. Amy Zine’s smoky vocals cut to my core, whether she’s belting out head-bopping choruses (“Island Universe”) or caressing with a tender croon (“Seven Days of Darkness”), and I simply cannot get enough. Still, as fabulous as her contributions are,² they don’t carry Trinity of Suns alone. Everyone else in Lynx pitches in with guitars, though they’re primarily supplied by Tim Künz and Janni Athanasiadis. In addition to his gorgeous acoustic twangs on “Seven Days of Darkness,” Franz Fesel ably commands drums from the pocket while Phil Helm rumbles with luxurious yet understated bass. Honestly, Lynx’s low-end locks into such powerful grooves that Trinity of Suns would be undermined and underserved with a lesser performance, and if you need any convincing, go listen to the back-to-back tandem of “Oppressive Season” and “Trinity of Suns.”

Lynx is a band that understands the assignment, and Trinity of Suns should be enough to convince anyone that this kitty has claws. My only unfulfilled desire from Trinity of Suns is a three-minute banger nestled after “Voyager” or “Oppressive Season” where the entire band goes hog-fucking-wild. “Oppressive Season” comes closest, though holds back enough to avert the pandemonium I crave. With the talent Lynx brandishes, I’d love to hear them cut completely loose. Otherwise, Trinity of Suns accomplishes everything I want from a band of Lynx’s ilk, and each time “Island Universe” concludes, I’m left even more smitten. Whatever these cats do next, I’ll be there.

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Rating: Great!
DR: 9 | Format Reviewed: 320 kbps mp3
Label: Dying Victims Productions
Websites: Bandcamp | Facebook
Releases Worldwide: April 24th, 2026

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Revocation are planning a career-spanning setlist for it.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FAR FROM REFUGE ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM PILLARS OF LANGUAGE OUT JUNE 26TH
New Single “Tempest” Streaming Now
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Cambridge, UK – UK modern alternative/progressive metal force Far From Refuge are preparing to unleash their highly anticipated new full-length album Pillars of Language on June 26, 2026.
Blending progressive metal, metalcore, alternative metal, and melodic death metal into a sound that is both technically intricate and emotionally charged, Far From Refuge continue to evolve while carving out their own identity in the UK heavy music scene. Known for balancing crushing heaviness with soaring melodic hooks and immersive thematic storytelling, the band has spent nearly a decade building momentum through explosive live performances and ambitious songwriting.
To mark the announcement, the band has released the powerful new single “Tempest,” offering fans another glimpse into the expansive sonic world of Pillars of Language .
“Tempest is the soundtrack to the emotional storm inside each of us,” says the band. “Reminiscing on what makes us who we are, of love found and lost, and hope.”
The new album follows a growing catalog of acclaimed releases including the crushing False Flag EP (2024), featuring standout tracks “Ghost of Eros” and “Whitemane,” as well as their self-titled debut EP released in 2019. The band has also gained recognition for singles such as “Crystal Cove,” “Neon Sleeper,” “Satellite,” and “Starseeker.”
Three-time winners at the NMG Awards in the Best Artist: Rock/Heavy categories, Far From Refuge have become known for delivering intense, high-energy performances alongside emotionally resonant songwriting that connects with fans across multiple corners of heavy music.
According to the band, Pillars of Language represents their most ambitious and personal work to date.
“Pillars of Language is a culminating amalgamation of many things we love, different kinds of music, fantasy, gaming, sci-fi (The Expanse in particular), born in inspiration and nurtured in love,” the band explains. “It’s as varied as we are, and we hope it takes you on many journeys as it did us.”
The album was produced, mixed, and mastered by Oz Craggs at Hidden Track Studios, with artwork created by True Spilt Milk.
Fans of Periphery, Linkin Park, Northlane, and In Flames can expect a dynamic listening experience packed with massive riffs, atmospheric depth, emotional intensity, and forward-thinking songwriting.
Current Lineup:
Suran Jayathilaka – Vocals
Joél Sutherland – Guitar / Vocals
Matt Poskitt – Bass / Vocals
Jules Watts – Drums
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German symphonic metal band XANDRIA presents the second single from their upcoming album. “Colours” is another highlight in their 30-year-spanning career. Throughout the song, a large classical choir takes center stage, while cinematic orchestral arrangements collide with modern metal riffing. Meanwhile, singer Ambre Vourvahis showcases her impressive vocal range, switching between multiple styles as effortlessly as she is convincing; […]

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Mastodon has released “Your Ghost Again,” the first single from the band’s upcoming ninth studio album, due later this year. The track was produced by Patrik Berger (Taylor Swift, Robyn) and Converge guitarist Kurt Ballou. It is the first piece of new Mastodon music to be released since the death of co-founding guitarist and vocalist Brent Hinds.

In a video accompanying the single’s announcement, the band described “Your Ghost Again” as a tribute to Hinds. Drummer and vocalist Brann Dailor said, “‘Your Ghost Again’ is about when you lose somebody that’s close to you that you’ve existed with for most of your life. When we were in the studio recording, I kept seeing Brent. I’d see him on my right holding the guitar because that’s where he’d usually be. It’s the same with my mom: I keep seeing her. I was just singing about what I was seeing, and I was seeing ghosts.”

Dailor elaborated: “It’s about being in those familiar places you used to be with people, which for us is in the studio. I just kept seeing [Brent] out of the corner of my eye, where he would normally be with his guitar. It’s about that: your mind plays tricks on you, especially so soon after someone dies and you’re in the places where they always were. You just see them.”

Bassist and vocalist Troy Sanders added, “My portion of the song, lyrically, is all about Brent, and for Brent. The bridge lyrics are two lines of pure gratitude towards Brent. It’s all the gifts from you, now you can take them back where you must go — meaning you came into my life, you exposed me to things that blew my mind, together we conquered thousands of stages around the world, had magical moments that we can never repeat again, but all the beauty that you brought it still remains, always will, and it’s just a line of gratitude because that’s important that we include Brent.”

Guitarist and vocalist Bill Kelliher commented, “We wanted to pick a song that sounds like Mastodon, and that has all the things in there, because it’s the first impression of what people are gonna hear. It speaks about things that have just happened and people passing.”

The upcoming album will also feature keyboardist João Nogueira, alongside touring guitarist Nick Johnston, who reportedly appears on the LP. Dailor said, “Hopefully this album helps everybody. Hopefully, they can find some piece of it that speaks to them about it. I know Brent’s not there, and it’s weird and it’s hard, and some people might be like, ‘Well, I don’t wanna listen to it because Brent’s not there and I’m hurting about that,’ but we are too. Big time. It means a lot to me, and I hope that’s able to translate to our fans and people who are grieving, too.”

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Hinds had departed Mastodon in March 2025 after the band announced they had “mutually decided to part ways” after 25 years together. He was killed on Aug. 20, 2025, when he was struck by an SUV that turned left and failed to yield at the intersection of Memorial Drive SE and Boulevard SE in Atlanta, approximately two miles from downtown. He was found unresponsive by officers who responded to the crash around 11:35 p.m. and was pronounced dead by medical workers.

According to a crash report, investigators determined that Hinds was at fault for the accident: relying on video of the intersection, they calculated he was traveling between 63 and 68 mph — roughly twice the speed limit at the site.

Hinds had played his first show since exiting Mastodon on March 21, 2025, with his band Fiend Without a Face at 529 in Atlanta. He had also been active with Giraffe Tongue Orchestra — alongside members of The Dillinger Escape Plan and Alice in Chains — and Legend of the Seagullmen, and had an “An Evening With Brent Hinds” European tour planned for November and December 2025. “I’m a free spirit,” Hinds said in the Mastodon documentary The Workhorse Chronicles. “I enjoy life, and I live it to the fullest.”

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