Cole Berliner and Dylan Hadley used to be in the skronky, chaotic San Francisco psych-rock band Kamikaze Palm Trees together. Last year, the two of them reintroduced themselves as the underground synthpop duo Sharpie Smile and released their very good debut album The Staircase. Now, Berliner is making music on his own, and it’s another…
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(written by Islander) Commas are critical units of punctuation. “Let’s eat Grandpa!” is not the same as “Let’s eat, Grandpa!” Or, as in the joke about pandas and firearms, “Eats shoots and leaves” is not the same as “Eats, shoots, and leaves”. But even though Aggressive Perfector named their new album “Come Creeping Fiends“, I’m […]
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Swedish metallers Narnia are proud to announce their tenth studio album, X, set for release on May 29th via Sound Pollution, marking the band’s 30th anniversary and nearly three decades of unwavering presence on the international metal scene.
While their previous release Ghost Town (2023) reaffirmed the band’s melodic metal foundation, X expands Narnia‘s sonic landscape. The album moves confidently between soaring, arena-ready choruses and more adventurous, progressive passages, without ever losing the band’s unmistakable identity.
Songs like “Oceanwide,” “Every Breath,” and “Heaven’s Calling” showcase Narnia‘s gift for strong hooks and uplifting melodies. At the other end of the spectrum, the high-energy “Remedy (SOS)” pushes the tempo to new heights, while tracks such as “God Under Fire” and “Jerusalem” explore more intricate arrangements and progressive textures.
Multiple lead vocalists share the spotlight throughout the album. Guitarist CJ Grimmark and bassist Jonatan “Jono” Samuelsson step forward on selected tracks, adding new tonal colors, while Christian Liljegren’s unmistakable voice continues to anchor the sound.
The album also reconnects with the band’s legacy. “The Man from Nazareth Pt. II” serves as a continuation of a fan-favorite from the 2006 album Enter the Gate, while “The War that Tore the Land (Reprise)” offers a reflective callback to 2019’s From Darkness to Light.
Guitarist CJ Grimmark comments: “This album represents both where we come from and where we’re heading. It’s heavier, broader, and more dynamic, but still unmistakably Narnia.”
X stands as both a celebration of Narnia‘s legacy and a bold statement of where the band stands today—musically sharper, more diverse, and more confident than ever.
The first single, “Oceanwide,” will be released on April 4th, 2026.
The album is produced and mixed by CJ Grimmark and mastered by Thomas “Plec” Johansson at Studio Bohus. It will be available on all digital platforms, CD, and vinyl on May 29, 2026 via Sound Pollution Distribution.
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American heavy metal icons, Armored Saint, are back with their anticipated new full-length release, Emotion Factory Reset, due out on May 22nd through Metal Blade Records.
Emotion Factory Reset, the lineup’s ninth studio album since 1984’s March Of The Saint, is a resurrection of sorts, a tearing down and a rebuilding in eleven songs of diverse musicality and lyrical themes. Produced, as were the previous four albums, by bassist Joey Vera and mixed by Jay Ruston (Anthrax, Stone Sour) the record finds the quintet challenging themselves. Songs like “Close To The Bone,” “Hit A Moonshot,” and “Every Man-Any Man” have Armored Saint honoring their past as one of the most respected and recognizable bands in heavy music while making forward-thinking music rooted in the present.
“Each Armored Saint record, to me, is like a new skin for the band, a different chapter. I don’t think we’ve ever repeated ourselves,” says Vera. “Every album has been pretty different from the previous one, a snapshot in time. In 2026, Emotion Factory Reset is where our heads are at.”
“When we start coming up with songs, I always say we can do whatever we want,” notes Bush. “Use all our influences through the years, diverse music that we listen to and love, and let that seep in and bring something new out of us. It leads to something more adventurous.”
Bush, one of music’s most respected vocalists, operates from a place of passion and presence in the studio and on stage. In fact, about 85% of his vocals from the last three Armored Saint records are taken from the demo sessions, capturing the raw power. While Vera is a granular and detailed writer, like Bush, the bassist says: “I try not to overthink and be right where I’m at that time. I really don’t look over my shoulder much, like, ‘what did I do in the past? What’s going on in the next lane?’ Once the ball starts rolling, I just sit back and let it happen.”
The collaborative nature of Emotion Factory Reset led to the album title, a phrase from Phil Sandoval. “To me, Emotion Factory Reset means to reset yourself back to clarity. Take a pause and breathe before you respond or react. You can’t control outside events, but you can control your mind,” the guitarist says. “How you interpret things is what hurts you, not the event itself.”
His brother, drummer Gonzo notes: “the world is going through a technological upswing/ awakening. I look at our planet as the factory and in the most positive way we need to realign, reimagine, reset for our better selves.”
In advance of the record’s release, today the band presents the first single and album opener, “Close To The Bone.” Comments Bush: “The first track on the record sounds like vintage Armored Saint. Yet vintage that comes out in 2026! How did we do that? The title of the record, Emotion Factory Reset appears as the first line of the bridge. Killer riffs, awesome rhythms and attacking vocals gets this train rolling. The title implies the human response to withdraw and keep things to yourself instead of being confrontational; something I believe we all struggle with as humans. Do you just say, ‘aww, whatever man,’ or do you say, ‘hey, fuck you!’ Depends on the moment I guess.”
Vera adds: “Musically, this song was inspired by my love and appreciation for metal that was coming out around the time of the NWOBHM, which is right when Armored Saint was formed. As always, I try to reimagine my early influences by giving them a slight modern twist.”
Guitarist Jeff Duncan agrees: “I like to think that Armored Saint doesn’t keep making the same album over and over. Emotion Factory Reset is another musical chapter for the band. When the five of us play together, we have a special chemistry and our first single ‘Close To The Bone’ demonstrates this perfectly; it’s musically sophisticated but still retains the Armored Saint signature sound.”
Armored Saint’s Emotion Factory Reset was recorded across several studios including 606 Studios, Secret Hand Studios, Skullseven Studios, Constantine Studios, and Bridge Recording, engineered by Oliver Roman, Bill Metoyer, Joey Vera, and Jason Constantine, and features cover art by DDKing.
The record will be released on CD digipack (w/ 20-page booklet) and digital formats as well as vinyl in the following color variants:
Additionally, a special European edition of the CD digipak includes the bonus track “One Chain (Don’t Make No Prison),” only available digitally until now!
A special European edition of the single gatefold LP comes w/ insert and DL card + 7” vinyl “One Chain (Don’t Make No Prison),” (only available digitally until now!) w/ an etching on the B-side, a poster, and slipmat.
Find all pre-orders here.
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Ronnie Radke must stay at least 100 yards away from Brittany Furlan, avoid all contact, and is legally prohibited from mentioning her online until March 2028.
According to TMZ, Brittany Furlan has been granted a civil harassment restraining order against Ronnie Radke that enforces distance, blocks all contact, and bans online mentions through March 2028, following months of public accusations and ongoing conflict.
This situation has moved well beyond internet drama.
A court has officially granted Brittany Furlan a civil harassment restraining order against Ronnie Radke, putting strict legal boundaries in place after a long stretch of public back-and-forth between the two.
This matters right now because it turns what had been a chaotic online conflict into something enforceable. The tone shifts completely once legal consequences enter the picture, and that changes how both sides — and the audience — interact with it going forward.
The order lays out clear restrictions that Radke must follow through March 20, 2028.
He is required to stay at least 100 yards away from Furlan at all times, including her home and workplace. He is also prohibited from contacting her directly or indirectly in any form.
One of the more notable conditions is the restriction on online behavior. Radke is not allowed to mention Furlan publicly or encourage others to contact or harass her.
If he violates any part of the order, the consequences are immediate and serious, including potential arrest, up to one year in jail, fines of up to $1,000, or both.
The conflict traces back to May 2025, when Furlan said she had been communicating online with someone she believed was Radke.
He denied that outright, claiming she had been interacting with a fake account.
That alone created friction, but things escalated quickly from there.
Both sides began addressing the situation publicly, posting about each other across social media. The situation grew louder, more personal, and increasingly difficult to contain.
At one point, Radke even referenced the situation in a Falling in Reverse music video, pushing the conflict further into the spotlight.
Earlier this year, tensions reignited when Furlan accused Radke of attempting to contact her again through alleged fake accounts. He denied those claims and responded with a series of videos attacking her credibility and appearance.
This wasn’t a one-sided legal move.
Radke initially filed for a restraining order against Furlan in January, but that request was denied.
He also stated that he had subpoenaed Snapchat in an effort to identify the individual who allegedly impersonated him during the original incident.
Furlan filed her own restraining order shortly after, but it was initially rejected due to not being classified as an emergency situation.
However, the court moved forward with a hearing to fully evaluate the request, which ultimately led to the restraining order now being granted.
The identity of the person or people allegedly impersonating Radke has still not been publicly confirmed.
With the restraining order now in place, the situation has effectively been forced out of the public back-and-forth cycle.
At least legally, the line has been drawn.
Whether that actually puts an end to the broader conversation around it is another question entirely, but from a legal standpoint, the expectations are now clear and enforceable.
How long does the restraining order last?
The order remains in effect until March 20, 2028.
Can Ronnie Radke mention Brittany Furlan online?
No. The order explicitly prohibits him from mentioning her or encouraging others to contact or harass her.
What happens if the order is violated?
Violating the order can result in arrest, up to one year in jail, fines up to $1,000, or both.
Was there a previous restraining order attempt?
Yes. Radke filed one earlier in 2026 that was denied. Furlan also filed previously, which led to a hearing and eventual approval.
Brittany Furlan is a social media personality and actress who rose to prominence through Vine and later expanded into broader entertainment and digital content.
Ronnie Radke is the frontman of Falling in Reverse and a long-time controversial figure in the rock and metal scene, known for both his music and outspoken presence online.
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Heavy metal veterans blend vintage riffs with modern aggression on May 22 release via Metal Blade Records.
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When last we saw Sweden’s Evermore, they arrived within these halls, wielding a platter of power metal that was as muscular as it was melodic. The songs on 2023’s In Memorium hit me right in the feels, the crunch of its guitars hit me right in the nuts, and overall, I really enjoyed the record and its beefy, Avantasia-with-the-fat-trimmed-off vibe. While I had some issues with the vocal performance on In Memorium, I saw enough potential in Evermore to be legitimately excited when I saw the promo for follow-up Mournbraid splash into the sump. Once again sporting a be-womaned cover, said promo touts a “sound made of aggressive guitar riffs, soaring epic vocals, and unforgettable hooks—all amplified by a massive, neat production.” It’s a bold claim, but can the music live up to it?
It doesn’t take long for that question to be answered. On first proper track “Underdark,” Evermore sounds heavier than ever and hookier than one of those full-body Velcro suits that sticks you to the wall. In the review for In Memorium, I pointed out that that album’s lead single recycled elements of an Amon Amarth song, and interestingly enough, I can make a similar claim this time around, albeit with even more brutal source material; both “Underdark” and its preceding instrumental intro seem to rehash a melody from The Lion King soundtrack. But no worries! Once again, the pieces work so well together to kick things off that I can’t even be mad.
If you’re like me, when you saw the color palette used for Mournbraid’s cover art, you expected the music to take a turn for the darker, and if you’re like me, you were right. Each iteration of Evermore gets heavier, while still residing squarely within the confines of “melodic power metal,” and they are undoubtedly at their best when they lean into that heft. The more aggressive tracks, like “Mournbraid,” the aforementioned “Underdark,” “Ravens at the Gates” (whose melo-death riffing places the emphasis on ‘At the Gates’), and my personal anthem for 2026, the Dream Evil-esque “Armored Will,” are Evermore’s sweet spot, and they are only made more powerful by Mournbraid’s stellar production—I can’t remember the last time I’ve heard a guitar tone this mighty.
But the deliciousness of the beef makes the blandness of the more subdued side dish all the more glaring. Plopped right in the middle of Mournbraid is “Oath of Apathy,” an unfortunately titled, 7-minute slog of emotion that fails to grab my heartstrings and pulls the emergency brake on the album’s momentum. I won’t count closer “Old Man’s Tale” against Evermore since it’s labeled as a bonus track, but it suffers the same fate, even if it did manage to bring a tear to my eye once when I realized that I am officially the old man in the tale. Fortunately, every other song here is a banger, so I found it relatively easy to overlook this one blunder, although it did keep me from whipping out and slapping down my 4.0.
With Mournbraid, Evermore did just about everything I asked them to do. The vocals seemed to work much better this time around, the band dialed up the heaviness, and that guitar tone, oh God, the guitar tone! These guys have struck the perfect balance between savory and sweet in the world of power metal, and not even a mid-album detour from said balance could keep me from enjoying the hell out of this record. Greatness is coming for these guys. I can feel it in my old bones.
Rating: 3.5/5.0
DR: 7 | Format Reviewed: 256 kbps mp3
Label: Scarlet Records
Website: facebook.com/evermoremetal
Releases Worldwide: March 20th, 2026
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