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In 2024, Kevin Barnes released the latest of Montreal record, Lady On The Cusp. The indie-pop veteran has since relocated to Brooklyn, and now he’s announcing a new album called aethermead. The lead single “When” is a steamy, silly, serious banger. “‘When’ is more a song about yearning, sadness, confusion, frustration…than it is a song…

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Storming ahead into their next chapter, Nevermore has solidified their new line-up with their first live show in over fifteen years. The legendary act performed for a sold-out IF Performance Hall Beşiktaş audience on April 1 in Istanbul, Turkey, the home country of their new vocalist Berzan Önen, and the birthplace of bassist Semir Özerkan.

An event eagerly awaited by fans was cemented as a night to remember. While honoring the band’s well-established history, Nevermore look to the future with a passionate vigor for the next evolution. Following the success of yesterday’s show, Nevermore will join Judas Priest this September for the final seven shows of their Faithkeepers Tour.

Tour Dates:

09/11 — Bern, Switzerland @ Festhalle Bern
09/12 — Strasbourg, France @ Zenith
09/14 — Lyon, France @ LDLC Arena
09/15 — Bordeaux, France @ Arkea Arena
09/17 — Paris, France @ Arena Zenith
09/18 — Brussels, Belgium @ Forest National
09/21 — London, UK @ Eventim Apollo

Over the summer months, ahead of their run with Judas Priest, Nevermore are set to appear at shows and festivals in Latin America and across Europe. Explore dates and purchase tickets here.

04/24 – Santiago, Chile – Teatro Cariola        
04/26 – São Paulo, Brazil – Bangers Open Air              
04/28 – São Paulo, Brazil – Carioca Club Pinheiros   
04/26 – Plovdiv, Bulgaria – Hills of Rock           
04/28 – Rasnov, Romania – Rockstadt Extreme Festival
04/30 – Budapest, Hungary – BARBA NEGRA Blue Stage
08/01 – Wacken, Germany – Wacken  
08/03 – Pratteln, Switzerland – Z7 Open Air    
08/05 – Jaromer, Czechia – Brutal Assault
08/08 – Derbyshire, United Kingdom – Bloodstock Open Air
08/09 – Kortrijk, Belgium – Alcatraz Festival
08/11 – Warsaw, Poland – Progresja [with Savatage]
08/12 – Leipzig, Germany – Parkbühne [with Savatage]
08/13 – Bonn, Germany – KUNST!RASEN [with Savatage]
08/15 – Carhaix Plouguer, France – Motocultor Festival

An esteemed powerhouse in heavy metal, Nevermore recently unveiled their signing to Reigning Phoenix Music and introduced new members Jack Cattoi on guitar, Semir Özerkan on bass, and vocalist Berzan Önen in a documentary directed and produced by Ola Englund.

The film provided an enticing insight into the band’s rehearsals, and an open discussion by guitarist Jeff Loomis and drummer Van Williams on their decision to bring Nevermore back.

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“CRASH: Reborn” Surpasses 1 Million YouTube Views as Wayne Static’s Legacy Returns to the Spotlight with Upcoming Documentary
Los Angeles, CA — April 1, 2026 — Mephisto Odyssey’s “CRASH: Reborn” has officially surpassed 1 million organic views on YouTube, reigniting global attention on the life and legacy of Wayne Static.
The milestone arrives as filmmaker Matt Zane prepares an upcoming documentary exploring Static’s life, influence, and enduring impact on industrial and heavy music. “CRASH: Reborn” , originally thought lost, resurrects a rare alternate version of the cult track “Crash” , featuring Wayne Static’s iconic vocals alongside reimagined production by Mephisto Odyssey founder Mikael Johnston. The track also features contributions from Static-X guitarist Koichi Fukuda and legendary guitarist Brad Gillis (Ozzy Osbourne), creating a bridge between generations of heavy music fans.
The accompanying video—directed by Len Wiseman ( Underworld ) and William Instone ( Butcher’s Bluff )—combines original 35mm footage with newly shot sequences, delivering a cinematic experience that has driven its viral success and sustained audience growth.
“There’s a renewed conversation happening around Wayne right now, and it’s powerful to see,” says Mikael Johnston. “This track was something we believed in deeply, and to see it connecting with over a million viewers as his story continues to be told—it means everything.”
Since its release, “CRASH: Reborn” has gained momentum organically, resonating with longtime Static-X fans while introducing a new generation to Wayne Static’s work. Originally created during the Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker era, the track’s themes of chaos, identity, and inner conflict remain strikingly relevant today, fueling its resurgence alongside growing interest in Static’s legacy.
With Matt Zane’s documentary set to uncover previously untold aspects of Wayne Static’s life and career, “CRASH: Reborn” stands as both a rediscovered artifact and a living extension of his artistic vision—connecting past and present through sound and imagery.
Watch the video here:

RAYE just dropped her sophomore album THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE. last week. The UK soul-pop singer has the sort of broad appeal that makes her a shoo-in for awards shows and a TikTok hitmaker; that formula, combined with fact that vinyl popularity continues to grow, means there’s a lot of people who’ve already purchased physical editions of RAYE’s album. RAYE has an apology for those people.

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The first single from album #8.

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Roxx Records Salutes 40 Years of To Hell With The Devil with Special Tribute Release
Release Date: April 17, 2026
Label: Roxx Records
2026 marks a massive milestone in metal history — the 40th anniversary of one of the most iconic albums in both Christian Metal and the broader metal world, To Hell With The Devil by Stryper. To celebrate, Roxx Records is pumped to unleash:
“Roxx Records Salutes the Soldiers Under Command on the 40th Anniversary of To Hell With The Devil ”
This tribute compilation was personally curated by Bill of Roxx and includes killer reinterpretations of every track from the original record in order, finishing strong with “Soldiers Under Command” by Severed Angel. What started as a single idea quickly became a full-on love letter to the album that helped shape a generation.
Hear the Tribute Playlist:
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Pre‑Order the Limited Edition CD:
📀 To Hell with the Devil 40th Anniversary (Various Artists) — https://www.ccmusic.com/to-hell-with-the-devil-40th-anniversary-various-artists/880633469388 (Pre‑orders available now)
Every track has already started leaking out into the world via digital and streaming platforms. Roxx Records will release each track one by one leading up to the full physical release, with the first wave already live and more heat dropping soon.
Track Listing & Artists:
Abyss 2.0 – Ted Gardner
To Hell With The Devil – Reign of Glory
Calling On You – Becoming Sons
Free – Latter Reign
Honestly – German Pascual
The Way – Testimony of Apocalypse
Sing‑Along Song – All For The King
Holdin’ On – Undoubting Thomas
Rockin’ The World – Weapons of God
All Of Me – Seth Metoyer
More Than A Man – Motivik
Soldiers (Bonus Track) – Severed Angel
This release is more than a record. It’s a celebration of legacy, community, and the relentless spirit of metal. And for the die‑hards out there who still crave physical media, the full project will be available on limited edition CD (500 copies with a detailed booklet) and if things go well there may be a limited vinyl pressing this fall .
Roxx Records and all the contributing artists want to thank every fan who’s been riding with them over the years. Let’s turn heads, bang heads, and honor something truly classic.
Stay tuned for more reveals, videos, and drop dates as we count down to April 17, 2026.

Picking up the storyline from their 2023 video for “Fence”.

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The Keating Contingency Unleashes Debut EP “Scream Into the Void”
Chicago, IL – May 8, 2026 – Rising from the heart of Chicago’s metal scene, The Keating Contingency is proud to announce the release of their debut EP, Scream into the Void . A melodic death metal powerhouse, this solo studio project showcases the talents of Shea Keating alongside contributions from members of Chimaira, Daath, The Dresden Dolls , and other esteemed musicians from around the globe.
Over the past two and a half years, Keating collaborated with an eclectic roster of artists to create a project that fuses individual creativity with a cohesive sonic identity. Each track is a testament to the dynamic interplay between Keating’s central writing style and the unique interpretations of his collaborators, producing a record that is at once intense, melodic, and unforgettable.
“This project has been an incredible dream to put together with such immensely talented musicians. I’ve been working to assemble this EP over the last two and a half years and am beyond excited to finally share it with the world,” says Shea Keating.
Scream into the Void was mixed by Pete Grossman at Bricktop Recording and mastered by Brad Boatright at Audiosiege, ensuring a crushingly polished yet raw sound that fans of Chimaira, Trivium, and Machine Head will immediately connect with.

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https://www.instagram.com/sheaguitar
Contact: sheakeating@gmail.com

In 2016, Maggie Rogers was a student at NYU’s Clive Davis Institute, and she had the nerve-wracking opportunity to play her song “Alaska” for superstar producer Pharrell. Pharrell got teary-eyed while listening to the track, and then he gushed over her “singular” qualities: “Your whole story, I can hear it in the music.” Video of that moment went viral, and a career was born.

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