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THE HAUNTED NORTH ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE AND LYRIC VIDEO “SAVAGE GHOST” FEATURING MEMBERS OF BLACK LABEL SOCIETY
Out May 1 via White Choker Publishing LLC (ASCAP/SOCAN)
The Haunted North announce their new single and official lyric video “Savage Ghost,” arriving May 1 , featuring contributions from two standout names in modern hard rock and metal: John “JD” DeServio and Jeff Fabb of Black Label Society .
The release pairs the band’s heavy, groove-driven sound with a full visual push, bringing “Savage Ghost” to life with a lyric video built to match its intensity, atmosphere, and raw edge.
Musically, the track leans into crushing riffs, haunting melodic hooks, and a cinematic weight that reflects the band’s growing identity in modern hard rock and alt-metal. The presence of DeServio and Fabb adds serious pedigree and muscle to an already aggressive foundation.
Formed by vocalist and producer Randy V alongside Canadian guitarist Sean Francis , The Haunted North first broke through with their 2018 debut Monster , which also featured early collaboration with both DeServio and Fabb . The current lineup, with Mike Delta on drums, delivers a locked-in, road-tested backbone, while Fabb continues to appear on select studio recordings.
With prior releases including “21 Grams,” “Medusa,” “Black Flag Flying,” and 2025’s “The Beast,” the band continues to build momentum toward a larger statement. “Savage Ghost” marks a defining step forward, combining underground grit, classic rock swagger, and modern metal precision.
For Fans Of:
Black Label Society, Alice In Chains, Godsmack, Alter Bridge
Check out the video premiere:
Production Credits:
Lyrics & Vocals: Randy V Music & Guitars: Sean Frances Bass Guitar: John “JD” DeServio Drums: Jeff Fabb Produced by: Randy V Executive Producer: Armi Jarvis Mixing Engineer: Jerry Sutton Recording Engineer: Drake Tucker Master Engineer: Justin Shturtz
Label:
Independent release via White Choker Publishing LLC (ASCAP/SOCAN)
Management:
Armi “AJ” Jarvis Armi of One Media (Independent)
Connect:
Website: www.thehauntednorth.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheHauntedNorth Instagram: @thehauntednorth1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thehauntednorth6982 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2GW3JJrU7TWDjTKuMG4uNi Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-haunted-north/1448216288 Amazing Radio UK/US https://amazingradio.com/profile/whitechoker
Contact:
AJ – armiofonemedia@gmail.com thehauntednorth@pm.me
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Yungblud – The O2, London – 24 April 2026. Photo: Tom Pallant
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Hell-Born Unleash New Single “In Scarlet and Death” + Pre-Orders Now Live for Upcoming Album “VII”
Polish blackened death metal veterans Hell-Born return with a vengeance, announcing their long-awaited new full-length album “VII” , set for release this July via Odium Records .
Leading the charge is the band’s first video single, “In Scarlet and Death” , a crushing preview of what promises to be their most ambitious and ominous material to date. Watch it now:
Originally formed in 1996 by Baal and Les , both associated with extreme metal giants Behemoth , Hell-Born have spent decades carving out their own legacy with a relentless blend of old-school black and death metal. With “VII” , they push their sound even further into dark, apocalyptic territory.
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Pre-orders are now live:
https://www.odiumrex.com/webshop
https://odiumrecords.bandcamp.com
Available formats include:
CD — 12-panel deluxe digipack in the shape of an inverted cross LP — gatefold, heavy black vinyl Vinyl Wooden Box — LP, CD, T-shirt, patch, and certificate (limited to 50 copies) CD Wooden Box — CD, patch, and certificate (limited to 50 copies)
This isn’t some polished, overproduced trend-chasing record. This is the real deal. Raw, sinister, and built for diehard fans who still remember what extreme metal is supposed to feel like.
For fans of: Behemoth, Vader, Marduk, Immolation, Belphegor
If you’ve been waiting for something that hits like the late 90s but still sounds alive in 2026, “VII” is shaping up to be exactly that.
