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Gig Review: Starbenders / Ferri & The Fevers – Slay, Glasgow (8th June 2026)
Another visit to Slay, a cracking venue, again accompanying photographer Gary Cooper who was there to capture the evening in images. Doors were a dinner-friendly 7pm and our opening act were local crew Ferri & The Fevers who popped up on stage at 8pm. An act I’d not heard of before they certainly had home town … Continue reading Gig Review: Starbenders / Ferri & The Fevers – Slay, Glasgow (8th June 2026) -
Imminence Signs to Sumerian Records, Unleash Industrial-Charged Single “The Sword That Never Bends”
Swedish post-hardcore outfit Imminence have announced their signing to Sumerian Records and dropped their first single under the new partnership, "The Sword That Never Bends"—a track that wastes no time establishing what this next chapter sounds like.
The signing caps what has been a rising global trajectory for the band, built on the momentum of their acclaimed 2024 album THE BLACK. Produced by Henrik Udd (Bring Me the Horizon, Architects), that record cemented Imminence as one of heavy music's most distinct voices — one defined by the rare combination of vocalist and violinist Eddie Berg, whose instrument doubles as both atmospheric texture and melodic spine.
"The Sword That Never Bends" pushes that identity into sharper, heavier territory. Industrial-leaning production drives the track forward while sweeping melodic passages keep it anchored in the emotional depth the band is known for. Berg navigates between urgent screams and soaring clean vocals throughout, his violin threading through the arrangement as gritty guitars and hard-hitting drums build the kind of scale that fills arenas.
The band describes the writing process as something close to automatic. Everything originated in their home studio, with each piece reportedly falling into place with a rare ease — feeling unmistakably like Imminence, yet shaped into something new. Producer Drew Fulk helped refine the track without reinventing it, recognizing early on that what they had required elevation, not reconstruction. The result remained largely unchanged from its earliest version.
Sumerian Records founder and CEO Ash Avildsen, who has spent years building a roster that includes Bad Omens, Animals as Leaders, Slaughter to Prevail, and The Smashing Pumpkins, made clear this signing was a long time coming. He described being immediately captivated by the band's depth and world-building, calling them prolific storytellers of emotion — and noted he had been pursuing the partnership for years before it came together.
The accompanying music video opens the door to a larger visual world Imminence has been constructing behind the scenes. Developed with longtime collaborator Pavel Trebukhin and writer Juan Zuleta, the clip marks a deliberate shift toward something more narrative and cinematic in scope.
With an Imminence and August Burns Red European and UK co-headline tour already confirmed for early 2027, the Sumerian era arrives with a real runway ahead.
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North Carolina’s DECEPTOR premiere new track at “Deaf Forever” magazine’s website, set release date for DYING VICTIMS debut album
On August 21st internationally, Dying Victims Productions will release the highly anticipated debut album of North Carolina’s Deceptor, Reign of Terror, on vinyl LP and CD formats. And today, Deaf Forever magazine’s website premieres the new track “Whammer.” Hear Deceptor’s “Whammer” in its entirety HERE. Hailing from Raleigh, Deceptor are death / thrash trio driven by the underground movement of 1988-1992. The band’s led by vocalist / bassist Gabriel Earley, who […] -
Pre-Release Stream of NUCLEAR TOMB’s ‘Epoch Inhumane’ Album Available Now!
Baltimore, MD’s weirdo thrash stalwarts, Nuclear Tomb, have partnered with Decibel for the premiere of forthcoming album, Epoch Inhumane! Stream it now before Friday’s official release at the link below! decibelmagazine.com/2026/06/10/album-premiere-nuclear-tomb-epoch-inhumane/ “Unabashedly pulling from weirdos of the past like Voivod and Atheist, though never giving in to straight up tribute or worship. Endlessly fascinating.” – Decibel “Nuclear Tomb have hit […] -
Gig Review: Godthrymm / Hemloch – Brudenell Social Club, Leeds (6th June 2026)
With doors opening shortly after the advertised 19:00 start, a healthy crowd had turned out in time for the early-starting symphonic metallers Hemloch. The crowd responds well as the band plays the entirety of their debut EP, Finality, while adding in some new tracks. Godthrymm thunder onto the stage playing the title track from their … Continue reading Gig Review: Godthrymm / Hemloch – Brudenell Social Club, Leeds (6th June 2026) -
TOMBAL stream BLOOD HARVEST debut EP at Death Metal Promotion
On June 12th internationally, Blood Harvest Records will release Tombal‘s highly anticipated debut EP, Grave of the Damned, on CD format; Unholy Domains will be handling the cassette version. And today, the Death Metal Promotion YouTube channel streams the EP in its entirety. Hear Tombal‘s Grave of the Damned in its entirety exclusively HERE. Making their way straight out of a grave and crawling into the […] -
Gig Review: Eric Bibb & Band – The Empire Music Hall, Belfast (8th June 2026)
The Empire Music Hall has been home to many live acts, from local talent to bands from afar, and tonight the doors open from 19:30 for award-winning musician Eric Bibb. Fans can be spotted waiting downstairs having arrived early – because why not? They catch up with friends and family before the show begins. By … Continue reading Gig Review: Eric Bibb & Band – The Empire Music Hall, Belfast (8th June 2026) -
FERALIA – Italian-Swedish ancestral black metal force unveil “Ballata Avernale” single, new album “Ultima Requies” out in June
FERALIA have unveiled their new single “Ballata Avernale”, now streaming exclusively through a premiere hosted by No Clean Singing. The track is taken from the band’s forthcoming third full-length album, “Ultima Requies”, set for release on June 26, 2026 via ATMF. With “Ballata Avernale”, FERALIA offer a compelling glimpse into the atmosphere and artistic direction of the new record. The song combines harsh and earthy […] -
Allegaeon Premiere “Dark Matter Dynamics” Music Video, Adrian Bellue Guests
The band also intend to perform it live with Bellue this weekend.
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LEFT TO DIE shares “Witch Of Hell” single from debut album
See Left To Die live in Europe this summer LEFT TO DIE unleash their debut full-length Initium Mortis, next month on July 17. Today, the band shares the album’s second single “Witch of Hell”; which originates back to some of DEATH’s earliest live demos. Listen on the Relapse YouTube Channel here & on all streaming services here. Terry Butler (Obituary, ex-Death) comments: “Witch of Hell is a […]