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As part of the Live Session NEL POSTO series, Italian doom metal band Messa have shared a new live two-song performance recorded inside the church of Villa Albrizzi Marini, a historic 16th-century estate in San Zenone degli Ezzelini in Italy. Check out the clip below.
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LOST RELICS ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE “SAINT CATHARINES” OUT JUNE 26

First taste of upcoming EP Monuments to the Useless

Denver sludge and dirt rock heavyweights Lost Relics are back with new material, kicking off a powerful release cycle with their upcoming single “Saint Catharines,” arriving June 26.
Built on weight, tension, and raw emotional pressure, Lost Relics continue to sharpen their identity as one of the most uncompromising underground forces in modern heavy music. Formed in 2018, the band has evolved into a three-vocalist unit, layering abrasive sludge, noise, and post-hardcore intensity into something that feels both chaotic and tightly controlled.
“Saint Catharines” sets the tone for what is to come on their upcoming EP Monuments to the Useless , due September 25, 2026. The track leans into the band’s signature blend of suffocating heaviness and deliberate pacing, pulling influence from the bleak, expansive energy of artists like Neurosis , the raw experimental weight of Melvins , and the abrasive urgency of KEN Mode while still carving out something distinctly their own.
Lyrically, the single continues Lost Relics’ focus on disillusionment, pressure, and the quiet collapse of modern life, delivered without polish or compromise. It is heavy music that does not ask for permission and does not offer relief.
The EP Monuments to the Useless will feature five tracks in total, expanding on the same themes of tension, aggression, and controlled chaos, shifting between hypnotic desert rock passages and crushing sludge driven intensity.
Second single “False Idols” will follow on August 28 ahead of the full release.
“Monuments to the Useless” was recorded and mixed by Felipe Patino at Green Door Studios in Denver, Colorado, and mastered by Jason Livermore at The Blasting Room in Fort Collins, Colorado. The release is coming via Golden Robot Records.
Pre-Save “Saint Catharines”

https://orcd.co/saint- catharines
Lost Relics do not soften edges. They sharpen them.

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Frank Palangi’s “Vampire EP” Pre Sale Is Live Ahead of August 28, 2026 Release

Upstate New York hard rock artist Frank Palangi has officially launched the pre sale for his upcoming Vampire EP , giving fans early access ahead of its August 28, 2026 release.
This is the moment where things kick into gear. The buzz is already out there, now listeners can lock it in early and be first in line when the full release drops.
Built on heavy riffs, cinematic atmosphere, and big hook songwriting, Vampire EP finds Palangi firing on all cylinders. From thunder driven hard rock energy to darker melodic edges, this release keeps its foot on the gas from start to finish.
Palangi continues his full scale DIY approach, handling vocals, guitars, bass, synth, recording, production, mixing, and mastering. Drums are performed by David Nester, with additional recording history at Rivergate Studios with Michael McManus and contributions to “The Dragon” recorded at the studio of Chris Henderson of 3 Doors Down.
The message behind it stays simple and sharp. No backup plan, no hesitation, just forward motion and full volume rock and roll.
Release Details

Release Date: August 28, 2026
Artist: Frank Palangi
Release: Vampire EP
Genre: Hard Rock
Production Credits

Frank Palangi – Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Synth, Recording, Producing, Mixing, Mastering
David Nester – Drums
Rivergate Studios with Michael McManus – Original drum sessions (2014)
Additional recording at the studio of Chris Henderson (3 Doors Down) – “The Dragon”
Pre Sale Now Live

https://frankpalangi.bandcamp.com/album/vampire-ep
Media Contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com
Simple deal, no waiting around. If you’re in, you’re in early.


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Contact: frankpalangi@yahoo.com

Heavy metal royalty has been permanently immortalized on one of the grandest alternative music stages on earth. A towering new statue honoring the legendary Prince of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne, has been officially unveiled to tens of thousands of fans at Hellfest Open Air in Clisson, France. Crafted by acclaimed contemporary artist Philippe Pasqua, the breathtaking sculpture stands a staggering six meters tall, ensuring the Black Sabbath icon’s presence permanently guards the festival ecosystem alongside his late, lifelong brother-in-arms, Lemmy Kilmister.

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HELLFEST OPEN AIR: ICONIC ARTIST MONUMENTS

The Prince of Darkness Lands in Clisson

The formal unveiling of the Ozzy Osbourne statue stands as a highly emotional milestone for the international heavy metal collective. Standing nearly twenty feet high, the majestic sculpture captures the raw, energetic stage essence of the multi-platinum solo artist and Black Sabbath frontman. The massive structure immediately became a central focal point for fans traveling from across the globe to the legendary four-day French festival.

The artistic installation was brought to life through the meticulous structural engineering of artist Philippe Pasqua, whose grand-scale approach perfectly matches the theatrical spirit of Ozzy’s 50-year career.

With this monument, Ozzy joins an elite inner circle of heavy music pioneers to be permanently commemorated on the Hellfest grounds. The site famously features a massive monument dedicated to Motörhead icon Lemmy Kilmister, which has served as a central shrine for heavy metal pilgrims since its complete reconstruction in 2022.

Sharon Osbourne Breaks Silence on Emergency Hospitalization

While the monument’s grand debut went off flawlessly, a cloud of concern loomed over the official family delegation. Ozzy’s longtime manager and wife, Sharon Osbourne, took to social media to share striking close-up footage of the installation process. However, she paired the celebratory visual with a deeply personal, bittersweet update, flatly apologizing to festival organizers and fans for her absence due to an unexpected medical emergency.

“I’m sorry I couldn’t be at Hellfest for the unveiling of Ozzy’s statue,” Sharon shared candidly with her millions of followers online. “Unfortunately I had an unexpected trip to the hospital earlier in the week. A big thank you Olivier Garnier, Ben Barbaud and everyone at Hellfest. Special thank you to Philippe Pasqua for the absolutely stunning statue!”

While specific operational tracking details regarding her sudden hospitalization remain closely guarded, production insiders close to the Osbourne camp indicate that the medical detour was handled swiftly, and she is expected to make a full and complete recovery back home.

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The Enduring Legacy of Heavy Metal’s Great Brotherhood

The physical proximity of the Ozzy and Lemmy statues on the Clisson grounds speaks volumes to rock-and-roll historians. The two titans shared an unbreakable, decade-spanning professional and personal brotherhood that defined the golden era of arena rock, famously collaborating on multi-platinum tracks like “Mama, I’m Coming Home” and “Hellraiser.”

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By establishing these towering, permanent physical landmarks, Hellfest management—steered by directors Ben Barbaud and Olivier Garnier—continues to cement the festival’s transition from a standard summer tour stop into a living, breathing museum of alternative cultural heritage. Even as health constraints keep legacy headliners off the road, their physical shadows over the scene remain larger than ever.

 

 

 

 

 

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FAQ: Ozzy Osbourne’s Massive Hellfest Statue

Who built the new Ozzy Osbourne statue at Hellfest? The towering six-meter-tall sculpture was envisioned and constructed by the prominent contemporary artist Philippe Pasqua, known for his high-impact, grand-scale structural works.

Why wasn’t Sharon Osbourne present at the French unveiling? Sharon Osbourne officially revealed that she was forced to cancel her travel plans to Clisson, France after suffering a sudden, unexpected medical complication that required a trip to the hospital earlier in the week.

Where is the statue located? The monument is permanently installed on the main festival grounds of Hellfest Open Air in Clisson, France, standing near the iconic memorial dedicated to late Motörhead frontman Lemmy Kilmister.

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TL;DR

• The Monument: Heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne has been immortalized with a jaw-dropping, six-meter-tall statue at Hellfest in Clisson, France.
• The Creator: The massive, permanent structural tribute was designed and assembled by celebrated artist Philippe Pasqua.
• The Hospitalization: Sharon Osbourne missed the ceremonial unveiling after being rushed to the hospital for an unexpected medical issue earlier in the week.
• The Metal Pantheon: Ozzy’s new installation sits alongside the legendary monument of his close friend Lemmy Kilmister on the sacred festival grounds.

The legends never truly leave us. As Ozzy’s massive steel gaze now looks over the fields of Clisson, his legacy is officially carved into the very earth of heavy metal history.

What do you think of Philippe Pasqua’s massive six-meter sculpture? Do you think more international rock festivals should build permanent monuments to honor our genre’s founding fathers, or should these tributes stay inside traditional museums? Sound off with your favorite Ozzy memories, festival reviews, and well-wishes for Sharon in the comments section below!

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BMG, in partnership with Rhino Entertainment, will release a 40th-anniversary edition of Ratt’s third studio album, Dancing Undercover, on July 31, 2026. The limited-edition gatefold LP features reimagined cover artwork and zoetrope vinyl with moving images of the band’s logo and the classic lineup housed in an opaque bag.

Vocalist Stephen Pearcy said of the album: “With Dancing Undercover, mostly Robbin [Crosby] and I wanted to get back to a place between the Ratt EP and Out of the Cellar records. The other guys might think differently, and maybe the cracks were starting to happen, but all of us were all over the songs. I like the record, and for a minute or so, Robbin and I accomplished what we wanted to as best we could. That was to make a tougher album.”

The 40th-anniversary edition features the complete original 10-track listing:

• Side A: “Dance” / “One Good Lover” / “Drive Me Crazy” / “Slip of the Lip” / “Body Talk”
• Side B: “Looking for Love” / “7th Avenue” / “It Doesn’t Matter” / “Take a Chance” / “Enough Is Enough”

Pre-order the edition here.

The album featured the classic Ratt lineup of Pearcy, guitarists Warren DeMartini and Robbin Crosby, bassist Juan Croucier, and drummer Bobby Blotzer. Released in 1986, Dancing Undercover was Ratt’s third consecutive platinum album and reached No. 26 on the Billboard 200. The band toured behind it with a then-brand-new Los Angeles band called Poison as the opening act. Lead single “Dance” cracked the Billboard Hot 100, “Slip of the Lip” spawned another music video hit, and “Body Talk” appeared in a key scene in the Eddie Murphy film The Golden Child.

Dancing Undercover followed Ratt’s platinum debut Out of the Cellar (1984, No. 7 Billboard 200, triple platinum; “Round and Round” hit No. 12 on the Hot 100) and the double-platinum Invasion of Your Privacy (1985, No. 7). The band continued its run with Reach for the Sky (1988, No. 17, platinum, powered by MTV favorite “Way Cool Jr.”) and Detonator (1990, No. 23, gold), which featured outside contributions from Desmond Child, Diane Warren, Jon Bon Jovi and Michael Schenker. Ratt has not released new studio material since Infestation (2010).

The post BMG & Rhino Entertainment Mark 40 Years Of RATT’s “Dancing Undercover” With Limited-Edition Gatefold LP Due July 31, 2026 appeared first on Sonic Perspectives.

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BITTER DROP NEW VIDEO “MALEVOLENT” VIA SLAM WORLDWIDE AND ANNOUNCE 2026 EASTERN CANADA EP RELEASE TOUR

Quebec Beatdown Deathcore Unit Pushes Forward With Crushing New Visual and Road Takeover

Montreal, Quebec – June 2026 – Quebec slamming beatdown deathcore juggernauts Bitter have unleashed their brand new music video for “Malevolent,” premiering exclusively via Slam Worldwide, while also announcing a full Eastern Canada tour in support of their upcoming EP Slamosaurus Rex .
Fresh off their signing with CDN Records, Bitter continue their rapid rise through the Canadian underground with a sound built on pure punishment. “Malevolent” hits with relentless breakdowns, guttural vocals, and uncompromising heaviness, setting the tone for what’s coming next from the band.
The official video matches the track’s intensity step for step, delivering a raw and aggressive visual assault that captures the band’s live energy and no-frills approach to modern deathcore.
“Malevolent” is the next evolution of Bitter’s sound, pushing deeper into slamming deathcore brutality while locking in the groove-heavy beatdown edge that defines their identity.
Watch the official Slam Worldwide premiere of “Malevolent” now and prepare for impact.





EP RELEASE TOUR 2026

Bitter will hit the road this September alongside Night of the Snake, Acromantula, and Xenoforms for a full Eastern Canada run in support of Slamosaurus Rex .
Tour Dates:
09/11 – Bathurst, NB @ Black Pug Records
09/12 – Charlottetown, PEI @ Sportsman’s Club
09/13 – Halifax, NS @ RadStorm
09/18 – To be Announced
09/19 – Gatineau, QC @ To Be Announced
09/20 – Quebec, QC @ La Source de la Martiniere
09/25 – Oshawa, ON @ TwoTwoTwo
09/26 – London, ON @ Casa Latina
09/27 – Toronto, ON @ Duffy’s Tavern
Xenoforms appearing in place of Acromantula on select dates.


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Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/bitter/1864987764
Bandcamp: https://bitter-qc.bandcamp.com/music


ABOUT BITTER

Formed in December 2024, Bitter is a slamming beatdown deathcore band formed across Montreal, Lanaudière, and Gatineau, Quebec. The project began as a father-and-son vision between Yan Chatel and Kilian Langlois-Chatel before expanding into a full lineup driven by a shared obsession with extreme music and uncompromising heaviness.
Current lineup:
Kilian Langlois-Chatel – Lead Vocals
Michael Lalancette – Guitar and Electronics
Mathieu Parent – Guitar
Eric Cooper-Lefebvre – Drums
Yan Chatel – Bass and Backing Vocals
Drawing influence from Xenotheory, Kanine, and The Acacia Strain, Bitter fuse slamming brutality with beatdown weight, creating a sound built for maximum impact both on record and in the live setting.


PRODUCTION

“Malevolent” was produced, mixed, and mastered by guitarist Michael Lalancette, capturing the band’s raw aggression while maintaining clarity and punch throughout.


THE ROAD AHEAD

With “Malevolent” now unleashed via Slam Worldwide and Slamosaurus Rex on the horizon, Bitter are stepping into 2026 with serious momentum. The upcoming Eastern Canada tour marks the band’s next major push, bringing their crushing live set to new cities and expanding their reach across the underground heavy scene.
For fans of Xenotheory, Kanine, and The Acacia Strain, this is one to watch closely.
More news on Slamosaurus Rex coming soon.

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bitter.qc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitter_band/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bitter_qc

LABEL
Bitter are now officially part of the CDN Records roster:
https://cdnrecords.com/label-artists/bitter/
Contact: bitterqc@gmail.com

Unfortunately, Ken Carson failed to impress us with last year’s More Chaos, but the Opium artist has a chance to redeem himself with Xperiment, his new album he’s announcing today. And we don’t have to wait too long; it arrives in just two weeks.

The post Ken Carson Announces New Album <em>Xperiment</em> appeared first on Stereogum.

I mean, it is the 26th anniversary of Y2K.

The post Sugar Ray, Alien Ant Farm, Buckcherry, Etc. Booked For 2026 ‘Dial Up Festival’ appeared first on Theprp.com.

Colombian crossover thrash outfit Poison The Preacher have released their new single, called “Things I Want”, featuring guest vocals from Jem Siow of Australian hardcore band Speed. The track serves as the title song of the band’s upcoming new EP, Things I Want, which is scheduled for release on July 17th via Seek and Strike.
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Footage of “The Arrival Of Satan’s Empire” from the Stockholm set is now available.

The post Dark Funeral’s “A Beast To Praise” Live Album Due In August appeared first on Theprp.com.