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Today, the genre-defying instrumental rock innovators Polyphia announce their fifth full-length studio album Be Not Afraid out October 23 with Rise Records. With the news, the band also released their new single off the record Power In The Blood with an accompanying music video. Filmed in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, this video finds the band playing against the ornate, gold-leaf Baroque backdrops […]

Swedish metalcore visionaries Imminence continue to unveil the world of their anticipated sixth studio album, Axis Mundi, due October 2 via Sumerian Records, with the release of their powerful new single, If Not Now, When. Arriving alongside another stunning cinematic music video, the track expands the album’s ever-growing narrative while revealing yet another striking dimension of the band’s unmistakable sound. Built around gritty […]

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Thailand-based metalcore outfit Annalynn have shared their pummelling new single, Resurface, out now via Greyscale Records.  Guttural, thrashing and downright relentless, Resurface showcases Annalynn at their strongest, pairing a sonic onslaught with fleeting moments of melodic reprieve. Mixed and mastered by Lance Prenc (Alpha Wolf, Polaris, Void of Vision), Resurface is a scathing exploration of breaking free from control, confronting inner struggles and reclaiming one’s true self. […]

Metal For Nepal has launched an emergency fundraising appeal following a devastating flash flood on the Nepal-Tibet border which has led to 332 deaths.

The severe flood that struck Nepal’s Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts on the morning of August 26 also displaced families and damaged infrastructure in the country: experts suspect the flood may have been triggered by a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) originating in Tibet.

Nepal’s National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority have revealed that 910 people are still missing as a result of the flood, and remain uncontactable. This includes 517 foreign citizens, 44 members of the Nepal Army and 28 Nepal police officers. Search and rescue operations are ongoing.

Metal For Nepal is mobilising to support affected communities, as they did during the 2015 Nepal earthquake. The charity uniting the global music and art community is working with local NGO partners on the ground to deliver relief as quickly and effectively as possible, from emergency supplies and clean water to longer-term rebuilding support. While the response will prioritise the welfare of children – who are especially vulnerable in the days following a disaster like this – the relief efforts are intended to reach affected community members of all ages.

“We need to come together exactly like we did after the 2015 earthquake,” says Metal For Nepal director Flower KC. “The heavy metal and tattoo community has always shown up for people in need, and this moment is no different. Every donation goes straight toward getting families and children the support they need right now.”

Donations can be made here.

Donations of any size help Metal For Nepal and its local partners respond immediately, getting emergency support to families and children who have lost their homes.

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) introduces the Jackson Pro Plus Series Signature Sleep Token IV Monarkh SC and Charvel Sleep Token III Signature Pro-Mod San Dimas® Bass V, marking the first-ever signature collaboration with globally acclaimed phenomenon Sleep Token. Designed to unlock the band’s devastating tonal identity, these models are built to the exact specifications of Sleep Token‘s guitarist and bassist, capturing their genre-defying and mystifying sound. […]

Following the release of “Into The Woods“, Colombian melodic black/death metal outfit ESHTADUR returns with “August’s Burdens“, the second single from their upcoming fifth studio album “In […]

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Italian Thrash/Death Metal band HELLMETALL has released the official video for “Mgła“, the title track of their forthcoming album, due out on September 4th, 2026 via Rockshots Records. Originally released as […]

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Maple’s Pet Dinosaur, the teenage metal sensation from down under, have announced the details of a new EP called ‘Child’s Play’ and unveiled the title track.

The track itself is an absolute bruiser. A hard-hitting riff-filled and violent piece of horror movie metal that not only showcases the personality and fun-loving nature of the band but also what incredible musicians they are.

Maple had this to say about the song’s intentions:

“I thought it would be fun to fuse Ariana Grande or Xtina-style vocal runs over something really dirty and heavy. I love exploring new ideas inside heavy, alt-metal – or whatever people want to define my genre as.” 

And it will appear on an EP also called ‘Child’s Play’, which will be released on October 30 via their new label Warner.

Maple had this to say about the signing:

Signing a global deal with Warner and In Bloom ahead of my debut EP ‘Child’s Play’ is a dream come true. Dan and the team at Warner in Australia have confidently empowered my creative vision and process at home, while Johnny’s A&R chops and personal support coupled with his team at In Bloom’s global footprint puts me in a great position to spread the project internationally. I’m genuinely grateful for this level of belief from one of the best labels in the world and I can’t wait to see what we will be able to do together – this will be fun!”

Whilst Johnny Minardi, SVP, A&R Atlantic Music Group, had this to add:

“Maple’s music felt special from the very first listen. Thankfully, she had a handful of new songs that painted a complete picture of her unique creative vision. She’s a true force of nature, with a rare combination of talent, conviction, and relentless drive. We’re thrilled to help bring the world of Maple’s Pet Dinosaur to many many more people!”

The artwork looks like this:

And the tracklisting is like this:

1. Child’s Play
2. Big Mouth
3. Chorus
4. Lego
5. Ice Cream Truck

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Calgary’s genre‑defying five‑piece Godfall return with their most introspective and hard‑hitting release, the single “Default”. A track that captures the suffocating repetition of living life on autopilot, the […]

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