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Bands:	Stranded
Release:	Still
Genre:	Punk Rock
Country:	Germany (Cologne)
Release Date:	10th of April, 2026
Released via	My Ruin
Cover Artwork:	Benedikt Demmer (Druckwelle)
Recording:	Franky at the Magic Basement Pizzatone
Mix & Master:	Role at Tonmeisterei Oldenburg

On the 10th of April, Cologne-based Garage Punk Rockers Stranded will mark the release of their full-length debut Still. It’s been three years since their 2023 EP release Again and this combo is again set to broadcast thudding head-nodding rhythm.

Having debuted with their first EP We Are in 2022, Stranded showed right off that they are keen to find an individual spot somewhere in the depths between Proto / Garage and 77 Punk. Stranded utilize well-known and beloved traits by mixing them into a heavily refreshing tone that convinces with anthems that will melt in your ear canals, leaving marks that will remain for weeks. Having followed with the release of their 2023 EP Again that continued where Stranded left off with their debut, the direction of this band was quite clear – meaning that there was interest in not settling for a single sound at all and bringing forth a broad mixture. Going by this fact, it was especially interesting to see how this will manage on a full-length.

So, here we are, eventually arriving at the release of Still – Stranded’s full-length that simply found the perfect home with a 12″ vinyl release at one of current underground Punk music’s focal points – My Ruin. Lean back and dive into a humming journey through the early phases of Punk music that present these times as fresh as might be possible. The first single “City of Glass” was already released in March and the release of the second single “FCK MSTRD” followed in early April. With these tracks alone, the earworm character of these tracks were already made clear. Be prepared for the release of this album to come!

Still will be released on the 10th of April via My Ruin. Get it here:

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https://wearestranded.de
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Dokken, formed in Los Angeles in 1978, had several hit singles which charted on the Billboard Hot 100, such as “Alone Again”, “In My Dreams”, and “Burning Like a Flame”, and has sold more than 10 million albums worldwide. The classic Dokken line-up consisted of founder Don Dokken on vocals, George Lynch on lead guitar, Mick Brown on drums, and Jeff Pilson on bass.

Released in 1999, Erase the Slate marked a fresh chapter for Dokken, introducing Reb Beach (best known for Winger and later Whitesnake) as the band’s lead guitarist. Erase the Slate blends Dokken’s classic melodic metal roots with a more modern, late-’90s hard rock edge. Reb Beach brought a technically sharp yet fluid guitar style that differed from the flashier, more aggressive approach of former guitarist George Lynch. His playing added a polished, groove-oriented feel while still delivering strong solos and riffs.

The album is available through Deko Entertainment for the first time in the United States on 180g vinyl. Completely remastered, repackaged, and limited to only 500 copies of each variation, including a beautiful Green Smoke and classic Black. Erase the Slate includes standout tracks “Erase The Slate”, “Change the World”, as well as a cover of the Harry Nilsson song “One” made popular by Three Dog Night. This is a must-have for any Dokken fan!

Pre-order Erase the Slate while supplies last, shipping in July 2026 at this location.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Metal Devastation PR Clients Neckbreaker, Stellagen, Brainmaze, Balistic, AntiMozdeBeast, and Hexjakt Featured in March Issue of Rock Hard Magazine Alongside Lamb of God Cover Story
Metal Devastation PR is proud to announce that a powerhouse lineup of its roster artists, Neckbreaker, Stellagen, Brainmaze, Balistic, AntiMozdeBeast, and Hexjakt, have been featured in the March issue of Rock Hard Magazine , appearing in an issue led by metal heavyweights Lamb of God. This recognition shines a spotlight on a diverse international wave of artists pushing metal forward while staying rooted in authenticity.
From politically charged thrash to cosmic concept albums, bass-driven collaborations, progressive storytelling, and experimental extremity, these bands prove the underground is alive, loud, and evolving.
Featured Artists:
Neckbreaker – “Rabbia Cilena” (Chilean Rage)
Hailing from Santiago, Chile, Neckbreaker deliver uncompromising thrash rooted in real-world struggle. Their debut Mental Void channels the legacy of Chilean metal born under dictatorship, tackling themes of social control, inequality, and modern alienation. With razor-sharp riffs and a refusal to follow trends, Neckbreaker embody thrash in its purest, most defiant form.
Check Them Out Here
Stellagen – “From Dying Stars to Infinity”
The brainchild of Australia’s Phil Brown, Stellagen merges death, power, and thrash metal into a sweeping sci-fi narrative. Across two interconnected albums forming a musical palindrome, the project explores cosmic origins, extinction, and existential decay. Influenced by melodic and progressive metal greats, Stellagen delivers both technical precision and conceptual depth.
Check them out here
Brainmaze – “When Your Demons Come”
Bulgarian bassist Ivan Shishkov brings a fresh twist to heavy metal with Brainmaze, an international collaboration built around bass-driven compositions. Recorded remotely with musicians worldwide, the album transforms isolation into creative fuel, delivering an emotional spectrum that ranges from love and trust to anger and disillusionment.
Check them out here
Balistic – “The Parson’s Tale”
U.S. progressive metal veterans Balistic return with an ambitious concept album exploring the seven deadly sins and their opposing virtues. Drawing from philosophy, theology, and classic progressive influences, The Parson’s Tale reflects on human nature while setting the stage for a potential future rock opera production.
Check them out here
AntiMozdeBeast – “The Vagrant Unkempt Grave”
A descent into chaos and nihilism, AntiMozdeBeast is the vision of Gabriel Palacio, blending black metal with industrial noise into a disturbing sonic landscape. This release is less an album and more an experience, dragging listeners into a fractured world of dissonance and decay.
Rating: 7.5/10
Check them out here

Hexjakt – “Blessing of the Damned”
Sweden’s Hexjakt storm the stoner-doom scene with a crushing debut full-length packed with sludge-heavy riffs and haunting atmospheres. Blending weight with psychedelic and progressive elements, the band explores existential themes while delivering a sound that hits hard and sticks with you.
Rating: 7.5/10
Check them out here



This feature in Rock Hard Magazine marks another major win for Metal Devastation PR and its growing roster of global talent. These artists aren’t chasing trends, they’re setting the tone for what’s next while keeping the spirit of metal exactly where it belongs: raw, honest, and unapologetic.
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It must be so cool to be Robert Plant. You’ve got forever-legend status, and you can just continue to do whatever you want. If you want to spend more than a decade exploring ancestral folk music, sure, go ahead. If you want to bust out the occasional Led Zeppelin classic, that’s even better. People will be incredibly psyched to see you, and you know that you’ll have the pipes and the gravitas to sing about Gollum stealing your girl without sounding the slightest bit silly.

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Einar Solberg of Leprous is set to release his upcoming second solo album ‘Vox Occulta’, on April, 24th, 2026. A bold, heavy and symphonic statement, the album was recorded in collaboration with the much-sought-after Norwegian Radio Orchestra.
Today, Einar is pleased to present a new track titled ‘Vita Fragilis’, a song created a alongside the aforementioned orchestra. The video gives a glimpse behind the scenes at the orchestra recording the parts, and you can watch it now here:

Einar comments: “‘Vita Fragilis’ was done together with the Norwegian Radio Orchestra. A cinematic and progressive track with no normal verse/chorus structure, and the longest stretch of harsh vocals I’ve done in a while. Curious how odd time signatures sound with a full symphonic orchestra

The album sees Solberg taking a deeply personal approach, having been an avid fan of classical music and soundtracks for more than 20 years. The lyrics are personal as well, and they make ‘Vox Occulta’ something of a thematic follow-up to ‘16’. Where Solberg’s solo debut revisited the death of his father and his past struggles with anxiety, this set is a warts’n’all portrait of himself and how he views the world in 2026.

As well as the beautiful orchestration, Einar is joined by drummer Keli Guðjónsson (Agent Fresco), violinist Chris Baum (Bent Knee), guitarist Pierre Danel (Novelists) & bassist Jed Lingat, as well as guitarists Ben Levin (ex-Bent Knee) & John Browne (Monuments). The album was mixed by Adam Noble (Nothing But Thieves, Biffy Clyro) & co-produced with David Castillo.

‘Vox Occulta’ will be released as a Limited CD Digipak, Gatefold white/black 2LP & a very limited Gatefold transparent red 2LP, as well as digitally.

Pre-order now here: https://einarsolberg-artist.lnk.to/VoxOcculta-Album

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You may have already seen Amy Lee tease it on socials but I’m stoked to let you know that GRAMMY® Award-winning rock band Evanescence returns with their new song Who Will You Follow. This highly anticipated single was co-written and produced by Zakk Cervini (Bad Omens, YUNGBLD, Bring Me The Horizon, Spiritbox) and Jordan Fish […]

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