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Watch “Mystic Tavern” HERE: https://youtu.be/ssAsgHvN7Og

ATAVISTIA raise their horns and throw open the tavern doors with the release of “Mystic Tavern,” the first single from their forthcoming full length album Old Gods Awaken, set for release on May 15th, 2026 via Blood Blast Distribution.

“Mystic Tavern” showcases a bold and spirited side of the band. Centered around the concept of a never ending celebration, the track blends blistering blast beats, shifting time signatures, and an irresistibly folktouched bridge built to move crowds. It is epic, mischievous, and technically sharp in equal measure.

“Mystic Tavern” was the first song written for Old Gods Awaken and set the tone for the album’s direction. The record embraces shorter, catchier, and more straightforward songwriting while retaining the ferocity and progressive ambition that define ATAVISTIA’s identity. Folk metal textures weave seamlessly into blackened intensity, reflecting the band’s instinct driven approach to composition.

The single arrives alongside an official music video, bringing the song’s celebratory chaos to life and offering fans their first glimpse into the world of Old Gods Awaken.

Track Listing: 

1. Raise All Thy Horns 
2. Mystic Tavern  
3. Seeker of Time
4. To a New World
5. I Skogens Djup
6. Goddess of My Dreams
7. Ride the White Storm
8. Old Gods Awaken

Old Gods Awaken runs 43 minutes and 21 seconds and represents the uplifting first chapter of a two album concept. Incorporating Swedish and Finnish lyrics for the first time in the band’s catalog, the album draws from Nordic heritage and mythic atmosphere while delivering some of ATAVISTIA’s most memorable hooks to date. From tavern revelry to forest mysticism and epic progressive climaxes, the record marks a confident evolution in their sound.

With “Mystic Tavern” now unleashed, ATAVISTIA invite listeners to step inside, raise a horn, and prepare for the awakening.

ATAVISTIA lineup:

Mattias Sippola – Guitar, Vocals, Composition, Production
Max Sepulveda – Drums, Engineering
Elia Baghbaniyan – Guitar
Spencer Budworth – Bass, Vocals

About ATAVISTIA:

Formed in 2017 in Vancouver, Canada, ATAVISTIA takes their fans on a spellbinding journey though vast sonic landscapes of snow covered forests, desolate tundras, and permafrost-laden landscapes. Fans of WINTERSUN, ENSIFERUM, DIMMU BORGIR, and XANTHOCHROID will be enthralled by the elements of melodic death metal, black metal, and Scandinavian folk that is intricately woven together throughout their diverse soundscape.

Source: C Squared Music

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Would Billy Graziadei Actually Participate In A Peter Steele Tribute Concert?

Yes — Billy Graziadei says he would join “100%” and didn’t hesitate when asked about honoring Peter Steele’s legacy.

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In an exclusive Loaded Radio interview video clip, Billy Graziadei reveals that Peter Steele suggested the name Biohazard after pulling out a medical supply magazine and pointing to the biohazard symbol. Graziadei also reflects on Steele’s intimidating presence in Brooklyn and confirms he would “100%” participate in a Peter Steele tribute concert if invited.

The Brooklyn Connection Few Fans Truly Understand

Having spent decades immersed in heavy music culture, it’s impossible not to recognize how deeply intertwined the Brooklyn scene once was. Long before Biohazard and Type O Negative became globally recognized forces, their worlds collided in ways many fans never knew.

Billy Graziadei’s memories of Peter Steele don’t feel like distant rock mythology — they feel lived-in, personal, and unmistakably real.

“Pete was instrumental in a lot of the early days of Biohazard,” Graziadei explains.

That single sentence reframes history.

You can find tickets for Biohazard’s upcoming shows through StubHub here.

The Medical Supply Magazine That Changed Biohazard Forever

The story behind Biohazard’s name is one of those rare, authentic pieces of hardcore folklore that actually lives up to the hype.

According to Graziadei, it wasn’t a marketing brainstorm or label invention.

It was Peter Steele.

“He suggested we name the band Biohazard,” Graziadei recalls. “He pulled out of his back pocket a medical supply magazine. He had this page folded in the corner. He ripped open the page and said, ‘This is it. This is what you guys got to call your band.’”

Then came Steele’s signature twist.

“You should call it this, but don’t use the name bio — just be the logo.”

Years before branding strategies became industry standard, Steele was already thinking visually, symbolically, iconically.

“Pete was way ahead of his time in so many ways.”

An ‘Ominous’ Figure At Sam Ash

Graziadei’s recollections of Steele in Brooklyn paint a picture that Type O Negative fans will instantly recognize.

Towering. Intimidating. Magnetic.

“Pete used to be there — tall, massive dude, long black hair, green army jacket.”

Steele would plug in his bass and unleash thunder.

“He would play Sabbath riffs super loud. None of the store owners would go in and tell him to turn it down.”

Why?

“Everybody knew him, but nobody talked to him. He was like this ominous figure… and a musical genius.”

Not fear.
Not ego.
Presence.

When Peter Steele Pushed Himself To The Limit

One of the most striking moments Graziadei shared involved Steele’s guest appearance during sessions connected to Uncivilization.

What fans hear as a vocal performance, Graziadei remembers as something far more visceral.

“He was singing for hours. His voice was bleeding — coughing up blood.”

And still Steele refused to stop.

“He kept saying, ‘It’s just not there yet.’”

That relentless perfectionism defined Steele as much as his unmistakable voice.

Billy Graziadei On A Peter Steele Tribute Concert

With tribute conversations occasionally surfacing among the Type O Negative community, Graziadei’s answer came without hesitation.

“100%. I would [say yes] as fast as I did say yes to Dime (referring to his recent appearance at Dimebash 2026).”

He’s realistic about the challenges.

“I’m a tenor — I can’t sing that low.”

But unwilling to sit it out.

“I’d jump on guitar. Jam with them. Sing the choruses. I’m down however they want.”

That’s not nostalgia talking.

That’s respect.

Why This Still Matters To Fans

Peter Steele remains one of heavy music’s most mythic figures. His influence stretches across gothic metal, doom, hardcore, and alternative scenes.

Hearing Billy Graziadei — a Brooklyn contemporary — speak candidly adds something rare:

Perspective from someone who was actually there.

Heavy music history hits differently when you hear it from the source. If you want more stories like this playing all day, Loaded Radio’s live stream runs 24/7 with metal, hard rock, and exclusive interviews.

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FAQ

Did Peter Steele Really Help Name Biohazard?

Yes. Billy Graziadei confirms Steele suggested the name after showing the band a biohazard symbol in a medical supply magazine.

Would Billy Graziadei Join A Peter Steele Tribute Concert?

Yes. Graziadei says he is “100%” willing to participate if invited.

What Was Peter Steele Like In The Early Brooklyn Scene?

Graziadei describes Steele as an “ominous figure” and “musical genius” known for blasting Sabbath riffs at Sam Ash.

Band Bio – Biohazard

Biohazard formed in Brooklyn, New York, in 1987 and became one of the first bands to fuse hardcore punk with heavy metal and hip-hop influences. Albums like Urban Discipline helped define crossover metal. The band recently reunited with its classic lineup.

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