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12 long years after the release of their last studio album The Heart Of The Matter, Norwegians Triosphere present a brand new single “Monster’s Ball”.
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The long-shelved follow-up to Electric Larryland arrives June 26, restoring the band’s original vision for the infamous unreleased record.

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And they’ve been working with producer Johnny K.

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Watch the official video for “Through The Storm” HERE

Power metal legends Masterplan have unleashed their new single and official video, “Through The Storm”, another taste of the upcoming new studio album, Metalmorphosis, set for release on June 26, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.

The band commented: “We absolutely love this one! It’s pure metal, straightforward, energetic, and fun in its own way. The song was inspired by our experience playing metal cruises last year, including one crazy show on deck during a storm with freezing wind and heavy waves. That wild energy is exactly what this track is about. The video captures that spirit perfectly – we’re just having fun, but even tough conditions can’t stop us from playing and enjoying what we do.”

Pre-Order “Metalmorphosis” HERE

Masterplan are also gearing up for their upcoming European tour, starting on April 12. For the full list of dates, go HERE.

Grapow expressed his enthusiasm for the record: the first new songs since “Novum Initium”, released in 2013: “Metalmorphosis” really captures what this album means to us: a transformation, but still true to the spirit of Masterplan. We’ve grown over the years, both as musicians and as people, and you can hear that in the new songs. Some ideas go back many years, and now they’ve finally come to life. It’s powerful, melodic, and emotional – classic Masterplan, but with a new energy”.

Masterplan stand among the most enduring and influential names in German power metal. Founded in 2001 by guitarist Roland Grapow and drummer Uli Kusch following their exit from Helloween, the band quickly established a distinctive identity built on strong melodies, technical precision, and an epic yet modern metal approach. 

Their self-titled debut album, released in 2003, was met with widespread critical acclaim and immediate chart success, setting the standard for a career defined by consistency and evolution.

Over the years, Masterplan have released several highly regarded albums – including Aeronautics, MK II, Time To Be King and Novum Initium, each showcasing refined songwriting and a powerful balance between classic power metal energy and progressive elements. 

Their work earned them international recognition, extensive touring across Europe and beyond, and industry accolades that confirmed their status as a leading force in the genre.

After a prolonged hiatus from studio releases, Masterplan has re-emerged with renewed creative drive. The band recently signed a new worldwide deal with Frontiers Music SRL, marking a significant milestone and the beginning of a new chapter in their career. 

This partnership sets the stage for their long-awaited return with a brand-new studio album, Metalmorphosis, representing both transformation and continuity: a heavier, more aggressive edge combined with the melodic sophistication that has always defined Masterplan’s sound. 

With renewed focus, sharpened songwriting, and decades of experience behind them, Masterplan are poised to reaffirm their relevance and deliver one of the most anticipated power metal releases of the year.

Metalmorphosis – Tracklist:

01.    Chase The Light    
02.    Electric Nights    
03.    Shadow Man    
04.    Bound To Fall    
05.    Pain Of Yesterday    
06.    Metalmorphosis    
07.    Through The Storm    
08.    Ghostlight    
09.    The Call
10.    Rise Again (Album vers.)

Line Up:
Rick Altzi
Roland Grapow
Jari Kainulainen
Axel Mackenrott
Kevin Kott

METALMORPHOSIS OVER EUROPE TOUR – GET TICKETS HERE

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Source: Frontiers Music SRL

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Any chance to get some new live photos of the mighty Acid Bath, you know we’re going to take it. Hence why when they rolling into Sayreville, New Jersey to play at the Starland Ballroom, we jumped right at the chance and got our intrepid photographer Jess Ripper out to those parts.

What resulted was the photo galleries below, full of expertly composed concert photography of not just Acid Bath, but Baroness, Blood Vulture, and The Skull, as well. So whether you were there on the 7th or you just want to live vicariously through these images, we got you covered.

As always, a big thanks is in order for Jess Ripper, who was at the show to take these great photos. Comment on how good her work is down below. Oh and feel free to follow her on Instagram at @jess1ripper.

Acid Bath

Baroness

Blood Vulture

The Skull

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“Cognitively he is as sharp as ever, but he is suffering a bit with the left side of his body not cooperating.”

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Plus August Burns Red, Story Of The Year, Malevolence & more.

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Terror, Melvins, Alien Ant Farm and more will also be playing.

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Boundary-pushing artist Kid Bookie is back with a new single, “Blame”, featuring Corey Taylor of Slipknot. The track arrives with an official visualizer and continues the artist’s run of collaborative releases.

The new song follows “Rose McGowan”, which featured Rose McGowan and drew attention across both music and film circles. That release stood out for its direct approach and the pairing of two distinct voices.

With “Blame”, Kid Bookie moves further into personal territory. The track reunites him with Corey Taylor, also known for his work with Stone Sour, and focuses on themes of accountability, growth, and self-reflection. Their working relationship goes back years, and this release builds on that history with a more stripped-back and direct approach.

Speaking about the track, Kid Bookie shares: “Over the years, facing myself and the reflection that comes with the mirror isn’t always an easy one. Accountability is the removal of ego and pride to see beyond your own nose, to allow yourself the room to grow via ownership of your actions. I’m around some of the best people who practice that in more ways than one. Corey and I have been working with each other for nearly a decade, but I feel this record is a coming of age, even for us. New territory, but familiar approach to make sure we embolden each other through music. This song is almost a therapy session for me, and not just via my own lyrics, but to how Corey has made me feel by exposing himself so bare in this record, truly an honor to keep pushing the envelope with someone who has just pushed it as far as it can go, but has completely revamped what the envelope fu*king is.”

Corey Taylor adds: “Books is one of my favorite people, not just artists, and every time he comes to me with an opportunity to create with him, I’m always excited because I know I’m going to hear something I’ve never heard before. “Blame” was so good the first time I heard it, I signed on without even knowing what I’d do! I’m proud of the song, and I’m proud of him, and grateful to be involved.”

“Blame” shows Kid Bookie leaning into a more open and direct style while keeping the intensity that has defined his work so far. The track is built on that tension, combining heavy sound with personal subject matter.

The single also points toward a new full-length release expected later this year. Details are still limited, but the upcoming record is set to expand on the direction heard in “Blame”, continuing Kid Bookie’s mix of experimentation and personal themes.

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