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Chekhov’s Gun were undoubtedly one of the most original bands playing at Bloodstock this year, and Sean got to talk to a couple of the creative members! Chekhov’s Gun: facebook | instagram | spotify | bandcamp | youtube

Taken from the upcoming 40th anniversary edition of ‘Orgasmatron’

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Ahead of their European tour with Kamelot and Exit Eden

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‘Unbound and Unforgiving’ releases October 30 via Nameless Grave Records

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Decibel’s Canadian readership are likely more familiar with the names Bloodshoteye and Robert Pickton than our newfound adversaries south of the border. Which name you’re more familiar with will likely depend on where your interests lie. Though given the Venn Diagram between metal and serial killers, there’s a decent chance both are, or have been, on red-and-white radars at one point or another.

Formed in the rural wilds of Leamington, Ontario — proximal to Point Pelee, Canada’s southernmost point — a-way, way back in 2001, Bloodshoteye were “pioneers in the female-fronted death metal movement.” They released three albums on Galy Records and CDN back in the day and toured extensively with the likes of Dying Fetus, Cryptopsy, Lamb of God, Killswitch Engage, Despised Icon and Unearth before throwing in the towel in 2011. On the flip side of today’s post is Robert Pickton. The man also known as the Pig Farmer Killer was one of Canada’s most notorious serial killers, having lured upwards of 26 women from the gritty streets of downtown East Vancouver to his farm in Port Coquitlam where he murdered them and fed their bodies to the pigs on his property.

As Bloodshoteye celebrate their 25th anniversary, and the nation celebrates the second anniversary of Pickton being murdered in prison by a fellow inmate, the band is here to tie up one last loose end of unfinished business. That being a video/horror short for the track “The Slaughterhouse Romance” which originally appeared as the closer of the their Expect the Unexpected album from 2010. Says guitarist and HI Multimedia’s Shane Ivy: “The song ‘The Slaughterhouse Romance’ is based on one of the ugliest Canadian stories of our lifetime: Robert Pickton and what happened on that farm in British Columbia. When we wrote it for Expect the Unexpected in 2010, I already had this horror-style video in my head — the pig farm, the killer, and the victims. Fifteen years later, Rickey (my partner at HI Multimedia) and I finally had the means to shoot it the way I always envisioned it. Bloodshoteye started in 2001 in Leamington, Ontario, as kids who wanted to be the heaviest thing coming out of the southern tip of Canada. Jessica [Desjardins]’s unique voice, all the records, videos, tours — but that chapter closed in 2011. This isn’t Bloodshoteye coming back. It’s us celebrating 25 years and finishing the last idea we left unfinished. Having Decibel premiere it means the song & story lands where it belongs: in front of people who love metal and horror stories.”

If you wish to check out the dormant (for now, anyway) band further, click

Here, here and here.

Also, check out HI Multimedia to realise your video-related creative vision.

The post Bloodshoteye’s “The Slaughterhouse Romance”: Defunct Death Metal Band Takes on a Dead Serial Killer appeared first on Decibel Magazine.

The new album arrives November 6 via Solid State Records

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Ahead of a North American tour with Deadlands, Holy Wars and Night Rider

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Ando San has taken us further into his unique and unmatchable world of sound via his new creation ‘March For Me’.

A blend of funk-riddle chords, tribal beats and proud and powerful beats, Ando showcases the way his mind work, both musically and personally. The result is sensationally catchy, wonderfully bold and unlike anything that anyone else is doing right now.

It further demonstrates how there are no true lines that exist between genres, it is all about the attitude that you put out into the world.

Ando explains further:

“March For Me is a reclamation song for me. It’s about me rising to where I need to be, and my destiny as an artist to grow and be truthfully and authentically myself. I was really inspired by Tyler, The Creator album ‘Chromakopia’; the whole album has this militant feel to it, and I wanted to embrace that feeling of power and authority.”

It follows on from the boundless double drop he delivered last month in the form of ‘Hype Man’ and ‘Triggas’, which sound like this:

The post Ando San Shares Boisterous New Track ‘March For Me’ appeared first on Rock Sound.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
OLA ENGLUND RELEASES THE NEVERENDING STORY 2026, FEATURING GUEST SOLO FROM JEFF LOOMIS
The Haunted and Feared Guitarist Unveils His Latest Solo Album Following Three Singles and Extensive Coverage From Major Metal Media

OCTOBER 15, 2026 | Swedish guitarist, songwriter, and gear specialist Ola Englund officially releases The Neverending Story 2026 , a 10-track solo album featuring his signature guitar work, a fantasy and retro-gaming-inspired concept, and a guest guitar solo from Jeff Loomis on “World Rift.”
Known for his work with The Haunted and Feared, as well as his popular guitar-focused YouTube channel and Solar Guitars brand, Englund brings together an accomplished lineup of musicians for his latest solo release.
The album follows three previously released singles: “The Ember Saga,” “Dogma Progma,” and “Means to an End.” The lead single, “The Ember Saga,” arrived on May 27, 2026, introducing listeners to the record’s theatrical approach, riff-driven songwriting, and fantasy-inspired atmosphere. The subsequent release of “Dogma Progma,” accompanied by a music video, offered another preview of the album’s musical direction, combining technical precision, melodic passages, and heavy grooves.
The singles have helped generate attention from established metal publications, including Metal Injection, Lambgoat, BraveWords, Melodic Net, Eternal Terror, Metal Noise, Chaoszine, and other outlets. Coverage has included interviews, album announcements, single premieres, and features exploring Englund’s latest musical undertaking alongside his work as a content creator and guitar entrepreneur.
With the full album now available, listeners can experience all 10 tracks, including “Game Over,” “The Astral Gate,” “The Guillotine,” “World Rift,” “The First of Its Kind,” “Artax Reborn,” and “Sun & The Moon Part 2.”
One of the album’s notable highlights is “World Rift,” which features a guest guitar solo from Jeff Loomis, widely recognized for his work with Nevermore and Arch Enemy. His contribution joins Englund’s own guitar performances in a release that places musicianship and guitar-driven composition at the forefront.
Englund performs all guitars, with Johan Niemann on bass and Jon Skäre of Delta Empire on drums. Jocke Skog handled mixing and mastering, while Sylvain Lucchina created the album artwork.
Limited vinyl and other media formats are available through Englund’s official website.
ORDER THE NEVERENDING STORY 2026 :
http://www.olaenglund.com
Full Album Streaming Now:

THREE SINGLES SET THE STAGE

Ahead of the album’s release, Englund introduced the record through three singles:
“The Ember Saga”
Released May 27, 2026, the lead single established the album’s theatrical, riff-heavy character and fantasy-inspired concept. The release received attention from outlets including Metal Injection, Lambgoat, and BraveWords.

“Dogma Progma”
Released in August 2026 alongside an official music video, the second single showcased a combination of technical guitar work, soaring melodies, and heavy grooves. The release was covered by BraveWords and Melodic Net.

“Means to an End”
The third single offered another preview of the 10-track collection ahead of the album’s full release.


THE NEVERENDING STORY 2026 TRACKLIST



The Ember Saga
Game Over
The Astral Gate
Dogma Progma
The Guillotine
Means to an End
World Rift
The First of Its Kind
Artax Reborn
Sun & The Moon Part 2

ALBUM CREDITS

All Music: Ola Englund
Guitars: Ola Englund
Bass Guitar: Johan Niemann
Drums: Jon Skäre / Delta Empire
Guest Guitar Solo on “World Rift”: Jeff Loomis
Mixing and Mastering: Jocke Skog
Artwork: Sylvain Lucchina
ESCAPE THE INTERNET PART 2 TOUR

Englund will also take his Escape the Internet Part 2 Tour across Europe in February and March 2027, with dates scheduled throughout Central and Northern Europe, the United Kingdom, and Scandinavia.
VIP upgrades include a meet-and-greet with photos, exclusive merchandise, early entry, and a dedicated hangout experience.
TICKETS AND VIP UPGRADES:
https://linktr.ee/escapetheinternet
TOUR DATES

October 16 – Mallorca, Full Metal Holiday
November 12 – Stockholm, Marshall HQ
FEBRUARY 2027
February 5 – Warsaw, Poland – Proxima
February 6 – Prague, Czech Republic – Meet Factory
February 7 – Nuremberg, Germany – Hirsch
February 9 – Antwerp, Belgium – Zappa
February 11 – Glasgow, UK – Slay
February 12 – London, UK – O2 Academy Islington
February 13 – Manchester, UK – Academy 3
February 14 – Bristol, UK – Fleece
February 16 – Paris, France – La Maroquinerie
February 18 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Pumpehuset
February 19 – Stockholm, Sweden – Debaser Strand
February 20 – Gothenburg, Sweden – Pustervik
February 21 – Oslo, Norway – John Dee
February 23 – Berlin, Germany – Columbia Theater
February 24 – Frankfurt, Germany – Batschkapp
February 26 – Cologne, Germany – Kantine
February 27 – Hamburg, Germany – Gruenspan
February 28 – Utrecht, Netherlands – Tivoli Vredenburg (Ronda)
MARCH 2027
March 2 – Stuttgart, Germany – Im Wizemann Club
March 3 – Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg – Rockhal
March 4 – Solothurn, Switzerland – Kulturfabrik Kofmehl
March 5 – Munich, Germany – Technikum
March 6 – Vienna, Austria – Arena
ABOUT OLA ENGLUND

Ola Englund is a Swedish guitarist, songwriter, and entrepreneur known for his work with the metal bands The Haunted and Feared. Beyond his work as a recording artist, Englund has built a substantial presence in the guitar community through his YouTube channel, which focuses on guitar-related gear and equipment with an emphasis on metal. He is also the founder of Solar Guitars, a guitar company dedicated to instruments for modern players.
His work spans recording, live performance, gear demonstrations, and instrument design, establishing him as a recognizable figure in the international metal and guitar communities.

CONNECT WITH OLA ENGLUND

Official Website and Album Orders: http://www.olaenglund.com
Solar Guitars: https://www.solar-guitars.com
Tour Tickets and VIP: https://linktr.ee/escapetheinternet
SELECTED PRESS COVERAGE

Metal Injection: Interview and Q&A
https://metalinjection.net/interviews/ola-englund-interview-qa-august-2026
Lambgoat: Album Announcement and “The Ember Saga”
https://lambgoat.com/news/53256/ola-englund-the-hauntedfeared-to-release-solo-album-this-fall-share-new-single-the-ember-saga/
BraveWords: “Dogma Progma” Single and Video
https://bravewords.com/news/ola-englund-unleashes-new-single-and-video-dogma-progma-ahead-of-the-neverending-story-album/
Melodic Net: “Dogma Progma” Single and Video
http://www.melodic.net/news/ola-englund-unleashes-new-single-and-video-dogma-progma-ahead-of-the-neverending-story
Eternal Terror: New Video and Single Coverage
https://eternal-terror.com/2026/05/31/ola-englund-new-video-and-single-out/
Metal Noise: The Neverending Story Feature
https://metalnoise.net/2026/05/news-ola-englund-tells-the-neverending-story
Chaoszine: Third Solo Album Announcement
https://chaoszine.net/ola-englund-reveals-his-third-solo-album-the-neverending-story/
MEDIA CONTACT
Metal Devastation PR
zach@metaldevastationradio.com