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Gates Open Strikes Back with “The Black Scorpion” – Out April 30th
Finnish blackened death/thrash metal outfit Gates Open is set to unleash their latest single, The Black Scorpion , on April 30th via Inverse Records . Known for blending blistering thrash riffs with the dark intensity of blackened death metal, Gates Open continues to carve their mark on the extreme metal scene.
Formed in 2023 by guitarist and composer Jere Neejärvi and vocalist Tommi Manninen , Gates Open has roots reaching back to 2007 with previous collaborations. Since their inception, the band has delivered a string of powerful releases including singles like The Awakening (June 2023), Let The Night Become Your Guide (October 2023), and The Blood On Their Hands (October 2025), along with the debut full-length Voice After Silence (February 2024) and the six-song EP Black Clouds Over The World (October 2024).
The Black Scorpion showcases the band’s signature blend of relentless riffing, razor-sharp drumming, and ferocious vocals. Produced, mixed, and mastered by Jere Neejärvi, with lyrics and vocal performances by Tommi Manninen, the single is accompanied by a visually striking lyric video crafted by Asif Haroon .
Fans of Children Of Bodom, Norther, Arch Enemy, and Witchery will find themselves right at home in Gates Open’s dark and aggressive soundscapes.
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Los Angeles thrash and death metal duo Whipworm have returned with their fifth full-length album, Death Beyond. The record is a conceptual journey that pushes the band’s blend of aggression and storytelling into even darker territory. Death Beyond follows a man who receives a mysterious letter describing future events that should be impossible to know. … Continue reading Los Angeles duo Whipworm return with new concept album ‘Death Beyond’

It’s been five years since we last had a full-length fix from Monolord, but the wait is almost over. The Gothenburg trio have announced that their latest record, Neverending, will be dropping on 29th May 2026 via Relapse Records. For this outing, the lads headed over to Ashland, Oregon, to work with the legendary Sylvia … Continue reading Swedish doom masters Monolord announce new album Neverending

Tesla will release Homage, an album of soul and R&B covers, in July via Frontiers Music Srl. Built around the vocal abilities of frontman Jeff Keith, the record features interpretations of classics by Sam Cooke, Etta James, and James Brown, alongside a new original Tesla track, “Never Alone”.

Guitarist Frank Hannon confirmed the details in a recent interview with Evan Toth, saying (via Blabbermouth): “Tesla is releasing an album of R&B classics that showcase our lead singer’s voice, singing Sam Cooke and Etta James, and James Brown. It’s called Homage. And that album is gonna come out in July. It’s a very interesting record, and it’s got some really cool songs on it, as well as a new Tesla song called ‘Never Alone’.”

Hannon had first flagged the project during a November 2025 appearance on SiriusXM’s “Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk”, explaining the thinking behind it to host Eddie Trunk: “Well, you were talking about [Tesla frontman] Jeff Keith being a singer who can still sing compared to a lot of our other comrades from our era. And so we’re doing a collection of songs that showcase Jeff Keith‘s singing ability. And it’s coming out really great, man. Some really obscure classic songs that you would not expect to hear from Tesla. And it’s centered around his ability to sing and his soulfulness in his voice.

“[Tesla bassist] Brian Wheat has been working really hard at producing it. These guys were just in the studio for a week. I did some recording in Las Vegas in my hotel room with Jeff, and we’re working on it. It’s a work in progress.”

Hannon also revealed the tracklist would include Tesla‘s take on Supertramp‘s “Give A Little Bit” — a song the band has been playing live recently — as well as a new version of Climax Blues Band‘s “I Love You”, which has racked up significant streaming numbers and become effectively part of the band’s regular repertoire. He said:

“That’s one of the new ones we’re doing. And we’re doing another version of [Climax Blues Band‘s] ‘I Love You’, which got millions of views on Tesla‘s Spotify, I think, or YouTube or something. So that’s almost like one of our own hits, the song ‘I Love You’. But there are some really obscure tracks on this new batch of recordings — songs by The Temptations… Jeff picked most of ’em. And Brian, as I said, Brian‘s been spearheading this project.”

This summer, Tesla will support Mötley Crüe on “The Return Of Carnival Of Sins” tour alongside Extreme. The band’s most recent release was the six-song EP All About Love, out in November 2024, which included four versions of the title track, a live take on “Walk Away”, and an instrumental, “From The Heart”, written by Hannon.

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Rare Found Footage Reveals Wayne Static Recording “Down” With Raw Isolated Vocals
Fans of industrial metal and Static-X are in for a once-in-a-lifetime glimpse into the genius of the late Wayne Static. Newly unearthed footage shows the frontman delivering the track “Down” in the studio, captured in its purest form: completely isolated vocals, unfiltered, and performed in a single, flawless take.
Shot during the original sessions for Static-X’s breakout debut Wisconsin Death Trip , the video presents Wayne Static standing alone in the vocal booth, giving a performance with no effects, no amplification, and no backing tracks. Every note, every growl, every scream is raw and untouched — a rare window into the recording process that shaped one of industrial metal’s defining albums.
The footage was discovered by director Matt Zane while sifting through archival material for his controversial documentary on Wayne Static and Tera Wray. The project has drawn legal pushback from the estates and band members, including cease-and-desist orders, but Zane continues to uncover unseen recordings and behind-the-scenes moments from Static’s career.
“This is really something to see and hear,” Zane commented. “Zero effects, not even any amplification — just Wayne singing raw right in front of you, hitting all the highs and lows. One take, all the way through. No auto-tune, no music to hide anything. It really shows how unique, special, and powerful he was as a vocalist.”
The footage provides an intimate, never-before-seen look at the making of Wisconsin Death Trip , highlighting Wayne Static’s extraordinary talent and stage presence even in the quiet confines of a studio booth.
For fans eager to experience this rare performance, the video can be viewed here: Watch Now .

Follow director Matt Zane on Instagram @lordzane for updates on the documentary and more exclusive archival content.

Ripping into October.

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Thy Sanatorium Emerges from the Shadows with Self-Titled Debut Album
Prepare to descend into a realm where melodic death, black, gothic, and symphonic metal collide. Thy Sanatorium unveils their self-titled debut, a chilling and meticulously crafted album that drags listeners through a landscape of darkness, melody, and raw ferocity.
Recorded and mixed by Aries and mastered by Colin Davis at Imperial Mastering , the album demonstrates the band’s uncanny ability to balance brutality with intricate atmosphere. From savage riffs to haunting melodies, the eight tracks forge a relentless tension that never relents, cementing Thy Sanatorium as a force in the modern metal scene.
“With this release, we wanted to create an experience where the darkness isn’t just felt—it’s lived,” says the band. “Every note, every shift in tempo, is meant to pull the listener deeper into our world.”
Fans of Opeth, Children of Bodom, and Cradle of Filth will find a familiar yet uniquely twisted terrain, where hooks cut like razors and mood defines as much as the metal itself. This is an album meant to be consumed as a whole, a journey from shadowed despair to melodic triumph, never losing its edge.
Thy Sanatorium will be available on all major streaming platforms, with vinyl and CD editions also dropping on April 24, 2026. Pre-orders for physical editions are open now, starting March 27 :
Bandcamp: https://thysanatorium.bandcamp.com/album/thy-sanatorium
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Age of Fire Unleashes From the Forge Vinyl Edition for National Record Store Day – April 18, 2026
Charlottesville, VA – Heavy metal outfit Age of Fire is set to bring the heat once again with the vinyl release of their acclaimed album From the Forge , arriving April 18, 2026, in celebration of National Record Store Day.
Originally released in Fall 2024 to strong reviews across the metal underground and beyond, From the Forge delivers a relentless blend of classic heavy metal grit with a thrash and progressive edge. Now, fans and collectors alike can experience the album the way it was meant to be heard, pressed on vinyl and forged for the true believers of the genre.
Forged in 1988, Age of Fire carved out their own path in heavy metal with a sound rooted in intensity, atmosphere, and storytelling. Drawing inspiration from cataclysmic events, the darker corners of humanity, and the unknown, the band channels a sonic identity that hits somewhere between old-school aggression and progressive depth. After disbanding in 1991, the fire was reignited in 2018 by founding member Greg Brown, bringing new life to the project alongside Rick “Dynamic” Brown on bass and Bill “Rad” Morris on drums.
Since their return, Age of Fire has made serious noise, earning airplay across traditional radio, Roku TV platforms, and satellite stations worldwide. Their reach has extended into international media, with features in publications spanning the U.S., U.K., Europe, and beyond.
The band has also proven their power on stage, including a standout performance at the legendary Whisky a Go-Go on December 6, 2023, supporting Burning Witches on their world tour. Looking ahead, Age of Fire is set to open for Kings of Thrash on May 9, 2026, in Maryland, continuing their march forward with no signs of slowing down.
“The vinyl release of the band’s acclaimed album From the Forge drops for National Record Store Day, bringing the full experience to collectors and metal fans the way it was meant to be heard.”
With endorsements from Solar Guitars, Eastwood Guitars, Scorpion Drumsticks, In Tune Guitar Picks, and Dirtbag Clothing, Age of Fire stands as a band that respects the roots while pushing forward with purpose.
For fans of: Old Metallica, Overkill, Rush
Genre: Heavy Metal
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This past Christmas, my best Metal buddy in the Metal Universe, aka Scott Coverdale, gifted me this IRON MAIDEN The Trooper Funko Pop! This is part of the Funko Pop! Albums series. Classic Eddie! I’m very delighted to own this beauty!

The Trooper has been released in the past as both a 12” and 7” vinyl, represented as the cover artwork you see here behind the Eddie Funko. I first owned The Trooper 12” vinyl many solar eclipses ago. Circa 1983 to be exact.

The captivating artwork for The Trooper, featuring Eddie, was created by the legendary Derek Riggs.

Thanks for taking a look and visiting Metal Odyssey! Enjoy your week and take care of each other out there. Metal be thy name. – Stone