Nashville-based artist Logan Hornyak, who makes tangled glitch-folk music as Melaina Kol, is releasing his new album Okay that’s a great idea because if I do that then, his first for Philly label Julia’s War, in a few weeks. Yesterday, he released the new single “Idola,” which is another captivating web of sound, both delicate and strange.
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dh2 has had a busy run of releases lately. The electronic label, launched by The 1975’s George Daniel in 2024, recently welcomed Nikki Nair — whose new EP The Sick Dimension arrives at the beginning of August — and Ineffekt, the project of producer Rick Bouwkamp, to its roster.
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OZRIC TENTACLES RETURN WITH THEIR NEW STUDIO ALBUM HARMONIC MIND
Photo by Simon J Evens
SET FOR RELEASE ON KSCOPE ON 18th SEPTEMBER
For over forty years, Ozric Tentacles have carved out a universe entirely their own. From their roots on the UK’s free festival circuit to becoming one of the defining names in experimental rock, the Ozrics have spent more than four decades charting a wonderfully offbeat course through prog, space rock, electronica and beyond, creating an instantly recognisable musical world that has inspired generations of musicians and listeners alike. Today, the band have shared news of their new album Harmonic Mind, set for release on Kscope on 18th September.
WATCH THE TRAILER FOR HARMONIC MIND – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-XZcsrfpLw
Harmonic Mind, the band’s 17th studio album, is another welcome chapter in that ever-evolving story. Named after the geometric structure and harmonic nature of existence, the album sees the Ozrics once again weaving together soaring guitar melodies, intricate rhythms, lush synth textures and deep, hypnotic grooves into the kind of free-flowing psychedelic odyssey that has become their trademark.
Recorded at the band’s home studios as it gradually took shape across Scotland, Devon and finally Glastonbury, Harmonic Mind also captures something a little different. Featuring the full touring line-up – including drummer Pat Garvey, bassist Corey Wallace, percussionist Paul Hankin and multi-instrumentalist Saskia Maxwell – the album has a natural energy that reflects the chemistry of the band’s live performances, with each player bringing their own voice to the music.
A LIMITED TRANSPARENT PURPLE VINYL LP EDITION IS ALSO AVAILABLE THROUGH OFFICIAL KSCOPE AND OZRIC TENTACLES STORES.
From the driving pulse of “Guardstones” to the cosmic momentum of “Space Platform”, Harmonic Mind is packed with the flowing musicianship and exploratory spirit that fans have come to expect and adore. “Malachite” pays tribute to one of Ed Wynne’s favourite minerals, while also giving centre stage to his custom sandalwood acoustic from Kif Wood Guitars, complete with a beautiful malachite inlay around the sound hole. It’s one of many moments that highlights the warmth and detail running throughout the album, alongside the fluid interplay between Ed Wynne’s guitar and Silas Neptune’s ever-shifting synth landscapes.
Produced by Ed Wynne and Silas Neptune, with mastering handled by Silas for the first time, the album feels both fresh and reassuringly familiar. Even the return of the beloved Erp on the cover art offers a knowing nod to longtime listeners. There’s no radical change of direction here, just Ozric Tentacles doing what they do best.
Ozric Tentacles – Harmonic Mind
1. Guardstones [06:40]
2. Space Platform [05:57]
3. Harmonic Mind [09:12]
4. Malachite [07:52]
5. Tillamook [09:11]
6. Sumipad [04:54]
Since emerging from the UK’s festival scene in the early ’80s, Ozric Tentacles have remained one of psychedelic music’s true originals. More than four decades on, they’re still pushing forward, still exploring new sonic possibilities, and still making music with the same spirit of curiosity and freedom that first set them apart. 2026 sees Ozric Tentacles continue their extensive touring schedule with a large run of Autumn/Winter shows and a number of co-headline shows alongside The Orb.
OZRIC TENTACLES TOUR DATES 2026
23rd July – SubArt Open Air, Kranj, Slovenia
24th July – Open Air Kotač, Pula, Croatia
25th July – Regenerator, Zabok, Croatia
22nd August – Down the Hill Festival, Aarschot, Belgium
31st August – Honey Fest, Honeystreet, Devizes, England
4th September – Existence Festival, Tetbury, England
17th September – Foxlowe Arts Centre, Leek, England
18th September – Equinox Festival, Coningsby, England
16th October – Gazarte Ground Stage, Athens, Greece
17th October – WE, Thessaloniki, Greece
11th November – Buttermarket, Shrewsbury, England
12th November – Boilershop, Newcastle, England (with The Orb)
13th November – Lemon Tree, Aberdeen, Scotland
14th November – Queen Margaret Union, Glasgow, Scotland (with The Orb)
15th November – Platform, Morecambe, England
18th November – Social, Hull, England
19th November – O2 Academy, Leeds, England (with The Orb)
20th November – O2 Academy, Liverpool, England (with The Orb)
21st November – Bodega, Nottingham, England
22nd November – Club 85, Hitchin, England
25th November – Con Club, Lewes, England
26th November – O2 Academy, Bournemouth, England (with The Orb)
27th November – O2 Academy, Bristol, England (with The Orb)
28th November – O2 Academy 2, Oxford, England
2nd December – The Church, Ipswich, England
3rd December – Hare & Hounds, Birmingham, England
4th December – O2 Ritz, Manchester, England (with The Orb)
5th December – O2 Kentish Town Forum, London, England
2027
25th February – De Helling, Utrecht, The Netherlands
26th February – De Pul, Uden, The Netherlands
27th February – Poppodium Boerderij, Zoetermeer, The Netherlands
19th March – Shiiine Weekender, Skegness, England
2nd–9th April – Cruise to the Edge, Miami, USA
Harmonic Mind will be released on 18th September on Kscope, pre-order here.
Ozric Tentacles
As German electronicore stars Electric Callboy prepare to release new album Tanzneid, we speak to co-vocalists Kevin Ratajczak and Nico Sallach about how they became metal’s ultimate party band.
Kevin was once a salesman at Mercedes, while Nico was an intensive care nurse before joining the band in 2020. Since going viral with the single Hypa Hypa that year, the band’s popularity has continued to rise, and they now play arenas. Shows involve costume changes, pyro, and dance/metal mash-ups.
Nico reveals he partied hard in his 20s, throwing weekly bashes that would get out of hand.
“At its peak, we had 80 people in this tiny flat. People that we didn’t know were ringing the doorbell,” he says. “They treated our flat like shit. I wanted to go to bed, and there were drinks and liquids that I couldn’t identify all over my bed! Very good memories, even if it doesn’t sound like it.”
Elsewhere, we celebrate 25 years of Slipknot’s iconic second album, Iowa. “We were looking to help Norway burn some more churches,” super-producer Ross Robinson tells us. “We wanted to join that extreme metal club!”
Meanwhile, from Metallica’s Lulu to Iron Maiden’s No Prayer For The Dying, every band has a stinker clogging up their back-catalogue. But are metal’s ‘worst’ albums really that bad? Our writers defend their favourites.
We also get in a dungeon with German zombie sensations Dominum, grill Loathe about why their new album took five years to make, and share the inside story of Nightwish’s Bye Bye Beautiful – symphonic metal’s first-ever diss track.
I Prevail’s Eric Vanlerberghe answers your questions about lasagne-towers, Judas Priest/Elegant Weapons man Richie Faulkner explains why he once summoned the Devil, and Sharon Osbourne reveals how she’s keeping Ozzy’s legacy alive – from a movie of Back To The Beginning to the return of Ozzfest and a controversial AI avatar.
Plus, we meet Eihwar: the mysterious Viking war trance duo bringing an Asgardian rave to the moshpit.
All this, along with Primus, AFI, The Hu, Halestorm, The Dillinger Escape Plan, Mortiis, our big Download and Mystic reviews, and much, much more.
Only in the new issue of Metal Hammer, on sale now. Order it online and have it delivered straight to your door.
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When: Friday, July 24 – Sunday, July 26 from 5.30pm PST, 8.30pm EST, 1.30am BST
Where: Amazon Prime Video, the Amazon Music app and Twitch
Watch anywhere: With Nord VPN’s 30-day trial
This year’s Fuji Rock Festival takes place later this week and will feature bands including Mogwai, Massive Attack, Turnstile, The Beths, Kneecap, Angine De Poitrine and one of my personal favourites, Asian Kung-Fu Generation.
The good news is that if you’re unable to make the journey to the Naeba Ski Resort in Japan for the festival this Friday, Saturday and Sunday, you’re in luck because Amazon will be streaming performances from four stages: Green Stage, White Stage, Red Marquee and Field Of Heaven.
You’ll be able to watch and listen via Prime Video, the Amazon Music app and the Amazon Twitch feed – and it’s worth pointing out that all you’ll need is an Amazon account to watch.
Amazon say: “Welcome to Fuji Rock Festival ’26. Join us live from one of Japan’s most anticipated outdoor music festivals. Tune in for three days of epic performances and so much more. Catch an unforgettable line-up, including today’s biggest stars and emerging bands.”
Amazon add: “Not all artists will be live-streamed. Also, some artists will only stream a portion of their performance, not the full show.”
For a full list of times and artists, visit the official Fuji Rock Festival website.
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If you want to catch the weekend action from the Naeba Ski resort in Japan, all you’ll need is an Amazon account – regardless of whether they are a Prime member or not.
However, if you want to experience all Prime has to offer, you can pick up an Amazon Prime Video subscription. This is included with an Amazon Prime account, but you can also sub to the video portion only. You can also get a 30-day free Prime trial. Here’s pricing details:
Prime video only: $8.99/£7.99 per month
Amazon Prime (with Prime Video): $14.99/£8.99 per month or $139/£95 annually
Prime Student: $7.49/£4.49 per month or $69/£47.49 per year.
If you’re going to be out of the country on holiday between Friday, July 24 and Sunday, July 26 and want to watch the live action from Fuji Rock, you’ll need a VPN to help you.
Virtual Private Networks are used to change the location of your IP address, enabling you to watch your preferred streaming network no matter where you are. Nord VPN is Louder’s service of choice and it’s currently available with 70% off the usual price – and there’s a 30-day money back guarantee.
1. Install a VPN. As we’ve mentioned above, Nord VPN is Louder’s favourite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN. If you’re currently outside of the country, just select your country from the list, then log on to your Amazon Prime Video account.
3. Kick back and relax: That’s it – you’re all set for a weekend of great music.
Amazon Prime Video is one many TV and film streaming services currently available – and it’s home to loads of brilliant music content and more.
For example, this weekend’s Vans Warped Tour from Long Beach, California, is also being live-streamed via Amazon Prime Video. Tune in to see artists including Papa Roach, All Time Low, Bowling For Soup, Jimmy Eat World, Alexisonefire, Glassjaw, Nova Twins and Thrice do their thing.
You can also watch all four seasons of The Osbournes, Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody, the documentary We Are Twisted Sister, Pink Floyd: The Wall, Led Zeppelin: In The Light, and live shows including Amazon Music Live: Foo Fighters and Guns N’ Roses Live Rarities.
Away from music, and Amazon Prime Video is home to video game spin-off Fallout, The Rings Of Power, six seasons of sci-fi epic The Expanse, based on the brilliant James S.A. Corey books, and a huge library of classic TV series.
Amazon Prime Video also serves as a hub for other streaming services such as Paramount+, Apple TV, Discovery+, Shudder and Crunchyroll, while TV favourites and films are also available to rent or purchase through the service.
