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Cypriot melodic death metal outfit Ka’aper unveil new single “Eternity in Stone”
Hailing from the southern shores of Cyprus, melodic death metal band Ka’aper has released their latest single, “Eternity in Stone”. The track is a preview of the band’s upcoming debut album, When Gods Walked the Earth, which was recorded in their home studio and mixed/mastered by Max Barishnikov. Formed in April 2024, the quartet – … Continue reading Cypriot melodic death metal outfit Ka’aper unveil new single “Eternity in Stone” -
ENDSEEKER – German Death Metal Hellraisers To Release Farewell EP, Coffin Born, On June 19th via Metal Blade Records ~ New Video/Single Now Playing + Preorders Available
Photo by Florian Lübke After twelve years of seeking, German death metal hellraisers ENDSEEKER have finally found the end. The fiery Coffin Born EP, set for release on June 19th via Metal Blade Records, will mark the final chapter as a band.
“We’ve accomplished more than we have ever imagined in our wildest dreams,” reflects the band, in a celebratory mood. “We played with fantastic bands, played super-cool festivals, and released four albums and two EPs of which we are extremely proud. We were blessed with great and loyal fans and managed to stay a consistent lineup throughout our whole career.”
“But after grinding for more than a decade and dedicating so much time and energy to this band, we feel like it’s time to move on to other projects. We wanted to end this band like we started, as very good friends. We started with an EP and we end it with an EP. It just feels right to do this now, while we still have the power to deliver a great farewell performance as well in the studio as on stage.”
Since their 2015 debut EP Corrosive Revelation, each release has hoisted the Hamburg quintet further up the death metal mountain, with Mount Carcass (2021) and Global Worming (2023) receiving widespread acclaim. Their soft spot for novelty cheese recurs on Coffin Born in a glorious David Hasselhoff cover, “True Survivor.”
In advance of the record’s release, ENDSEEKER presents the EP’s opening track and first single, “Enemies Of Peace.” The band comments, “This is a straight banger with some hardcore and crust vibes. This song grooves like hell and has a very raw and kinda punk attitude. Not only the anti-fascist lyrics, but also musically. It’s very powerful by any means with a strong and bold message.”
Watch ENDSEEKER’s “Enemies Of Peace” video HERE.
Produced by the band with drums engineered by Eike Freese, Coffin Born stands as ENDSEEKER’s swan song, shaped by the intense bond of a lineup that remained together throughout their whole career.
Coffin Born will be released on digipak CD (w/ 12-page booklet) and digital formats as well as vinyl in the following color variants:
180g Black (EU)
Silver Black Merged (EU – Ltd. 250)
“Royalty Metallic” Vintage Gold Marble (EU – Ltd. 250)
Find preorders at: metalblade.com/endseeker.
Coffin Born – Track Listing:
- Enemies Of Peace
- No After. No Before.
- Coffin Born
- Life Breeds Death
- True Survivor (David Hasselhoff Cover)
ENDSEEKER Live:
7/10/2026 M.U.R. Open Air – Königsee, DE
7/11/2026 Pure Fucking Metal FestEvil – Laberweinting, DE
7/24/2026 Burning Q – Osterholz-Scharmbeck, DE
11/06/2026 Club From Hell – Erfurt, DE w/ Milking The Goatmachine
11/07/2026 Live Music Hall – Weiher, DE w/ Milking The Goatmachine
11/13/2026 Helvetic – Oberhausen, DE w/ Milking The Goatmachine
11/14/2026 Urban Spree – Berlin, DE w/ Milking The Goatmachine
11/27/2026 LA Cham – Cham, DE w/ Milking The Goatmachine
11/28/2026 Backstage – München, DE w/ Milking The Goatmachine
12/12/2026 Knust – Hamburg, DE w/ Stillbirth, SlaughterdayENDSEEKER:
Lenny Osterhus – vocals
Ben Liepelt – guitar
Jury Kowalczyk – guitar
Torsten Eggert – bass
André Kummer – drumshttps://www.instagram.com/endseeker_official
https://www.facebook.com/endseekermusic
https://endseeker.bandcamp.com/music
Source: EARSPLIT PR
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MAUNA SOL reveal new single and album release date
After “A New Life“, Mauna Sol presents the second single taken from their upcoming debut album, set to be released in collaboration with Loud Rage Music on May 15, 2026. “Temptation” is now available as a lyric video created by Asif Haroon: https://youtu.be/yRC4kmQgouU Pre-order the album “The Calling” here:https://loudragemusic.bandcamp.com/…/mauna-sol-the-callinghttps://loudragemusic.limitedrun.com/products/875143-mauna-sol-the-calling Mauna Sol is a post-black metal band from Brașov, Romania, formed in 2019 […] -
HEILUNG Release New Podcast Episode for “Nesso”
Join founding member Kai Uwe Faust on an immersive journey into Amplified History World-famous collective featured by The New York Times, Forbes, The Guardian & more On their new podcast, HEILUNG are inviting longtime converts and newcomers into their sacred realm, where history and spirit converge into a healing ritual. Hosted by founding member, singer and shamanic practitioner Kai Uwe Faust, […] -
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MÖHRKVLTH stream new ANTIQ album at Black Metal Promotion
Today, Breton black metallers Möhrkvlth stream the entirety of their highly anticipated second album, Gwenojennoù An Ankounac’h, at the Black Metal Promotion YouTube channel. Set for international release on May 5th via Antiq, hear Möhrkvlth‘s Gwenojennoù An Ankounac’h in its entirety exclusively HERE. Formed in 2014, Möhrkvlth is a Breton black metal band located in Finistère, France. With influences spanning Scandinavian black metal, French pagan / black, […] -
DESICCATION – Everything Is Noise Premieres “Legatum Mortuorum” Video/Single From Blackened Doom Metal Outfit
“…a pallet of blackened doom with some other elements of death and post-metal set to foist itself on anyone unready to absorb its rousing malaise.” – Everything Is Noise Blackened doom metal outfit DESICCATION is pleased to unveil their gorgeous video for “Legatum Mortuorum.” Now playing at Everything Is Noise, the track comes by way of the […] -
Canada’s COPROLITH set release date for ME SACO UN OJO / ROTTED LIFE debut album, reveal first track
On July 3rd internationally, Me Saco Un Ojo Records is proud to present the highly anticipated debut album of Canada’s Coprolith, Putrescence, on vinyl LP format. Rotted Life will be handling the CD version. Hailing from Toronto, Coprolith formed in 2023 and promptly released their debut demo, which Me Saco Un Ojo released on vinyl early the next year. While that demo was undeniably a promising […] -
80s L.A. Deathrock Scene: Origins of Gothic Rock
80s L.A. Deathrock Scene: Origins of Gothic Rock
Before the goth movement went global, it was forged in the shadows of the 80s L.A. deathrock scene. It was a time when the punk rock spirit collided with macabre theatricality, birthing a sound that was as dangerous as it was beautiful.
The 80s L.A. deathrock scene was more than music; it was a total rejection of traditional pop culture. Bands like Christian Death, 45 Grave, and Kommunity FK took the raw energy of punk and filtered it through a lens of dark, religious, and morbid imagery. They didn’t just play songs; they orchestrated atmospheres of dread and liberation.
The Breeding Ground of Dark Aesthetics
The L.A. underground of the early 80s was a volatile, creative pressure cooker. Venues like the Hong Kong Cafe provided the stage for this transformation. As we detailed in our exploration of Christian Death band history, the shift from aggressive punk to something more haunting was deliberate and revolutionary.
Deathrock became a sanctuary for the outcasts. It combined the speed of punk with the atmospheric depth of what would eventually be classified as gothic rock. The visual style—heavy makeup, black lace, and fetishistic elements—became as integral to the 80s L.A. deathrock scene as the driving basslines and feedback-drenched guitars.
The Key Players and Their Legacy
While Christian Death often takes center stage, the scene was diverse. 45 Grave brought a horror-punk edge, while Kommunity FK added an experimental, ritualistic layer. Together, they formed a collective underground identity that defied easy categorization.
This era proved that music could be a form of high art. By embracing the taboo, these artists created a legacy that still resonates in the noir rock soundscapes of 2026. Their work reminds us that true originality often thrives in the periphery, away from the spotlight of mainstream trends.
Preserving the Legacy
Documenting the Christian Death band history is vital for the noir community. We are proud to support this history through the documentary Romeo’s Distress. You can read our detailed recap of the L.A. event here: Rozz Williams: Romeo’s Distress Documentary Recap.
Before the film’s release, there was immense anticipation within the scene. Catch up on the initial buzz in our documentary premiere announcement.
Carrying the Torch
For the Edgar Allan Poets, the 80s L.A. deathrock scene is more than just history; it is a blueprint. We believe in the power of the dark, the cinematic, and the authentic. Just as those early pioneers broke boundaries, we continue to push our own, blending noir storytelling with modern, atmospheric rock.
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