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The Despair Collective Unleash “Retribution” – Out March 6th
March 6, 2026 – The wait is over. The Despair Collective are gearing up to release Retribution , their most aggressive and cinematic single yet, via DI Records .
Blending symphonic metal atmospheres with industrial textures and thrash-inspired guitar work, Retribution showcases the band’s signature dark, emotional intensity. Guitarist Mike Longo leads the charge with crushing riffs and dynamic compositions, while session vocalist Carolina Pedron delivers commanding, haunting performances that elevate the track to a new level.
Produced by Mike Longo and Dana Fogle , with engineering, mixing, and mastering by Yoad Nevo , Retribution explores the consuming nature of revenge, delivering a dark, electrifying experience designed to resonate with fans of Evanescence , Nightwish , and Lacuna Coil .
Listen now and experience the power: https://ffm.to/retributiontdc
For press inquiries or interviews: zach@metaldevastationradio.com
Full band bio and assets: https://thedespaircollective.com
Label: DI Records
Produced by: Mike Longo, Dana Fogle
Engineered / Mixed / Mastered by: Yoad Nevo

Connect: 
https://thedespaircollective.com/
https://www.facebook.com/thedespaircollective
https://www.instagram.com/thedespaircollective
https://www.youtube.com/@TheDespairCollective
https://direcords.bandcamp.com/album/retribution
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https://direcords.bandcamp.com/album/retribution
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Contact:
Dana Fogle – fogledj@yahoo.com
Mike Longo – mlongo@rochester.rr.com

After hanging up the Crystal Viper spurs last autumn, the ever-busy Marta Gabriel hasn’t stayed quiet for long. She’s just unveiled her brand new project, Leatherwitch, and they’ve hit the ground running with their debut single and video, “Beast Inside”. If you were worried Marta might be heading off in a jazz-fusion direction, you can … Continue reading Marta Gabriel returns with new video from speed metal outfit Leatherwitch

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Hegeroth Unleash Third Single “The Nails” Ahead of Sixth Album Soaked In Rot
Polish black metal force Hegeroth strike again with their third single, The Nails , taken from the band’s upcoming sixth album Soaked In Rot , set for release on March 25, 2026. The single premieres on March 11, 2026, at 8:00 AM CST (3:00 PM in Poland) .
If counting above 30 terrifies you—or if you’ve never heard of Triclavianism—brace yourself. The Nails delivers Hegeroth’s signature black metal aggression, infused with energy, diversity, and cross-genre influences.
Watch the lyric video here:

Stream or pre-save the single here: https://hegeroth.pl/the_nails
Soaked In Rot features nine tracks recorded and mixed at HH Soundlab Studios, with mastering by Bene. Once again, the album’s striking artwork comes courtesy of Maciej Kamuda (Blut Aus Nord, Nunslaughter, Master, Deceased). Fully self-released, Hegeroth manage the album from the first riff to the final physical copy, keeping production, publishing, and distribution entirely in their own hands.
Available on CD (jewel case), digital download, and streaming platforms , Soaked In Rot cements Hegeroth’s reputation for black metal done their way—relentless, inventive, and unapologetic.
For fans of Emperor, Satyricon, and Edge of Sanity , this is black metal with venom, vision, and total control.

Connect with the band:
https://hegeroth.bandcamp.com/
http://www.facebook.com/Hegeroth
https://www.instagram.com/Hegeroth_Official/
Contact: hegeroth@gmail.com

Swedish old-school death metallers DEMONICAL post live video of the song “By Hatred Bound”, recorded at Chronical Moshers Festival 2025 in Germany. The song is lifted from the band’s 2022 album “Mass Destroyer”, available on Agonia Records. Watch the clip, here: DEMONICAL was spawned in 2006 by then-former Centinex members, Martin Schulman (bass), Ronnie Bergerståhl (drums) and Johan Jansson (ex-guitars & ex-vocals), with a mission to return to the roots of death […]

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Katharein Embarks on a Major Spring & Summer Tour Across Romania and Beyond
Romanian heavy music powerhouse Katharein , praised by No Clean Singing for their hypnotic track “Ain’t Nobody,” are hitting the road for a multi-date tour spanning Romania and neighboring countries. The band, clients of Metal Devastation PR , are bringing their signature blend of emotional intensity, hook-laden songwriting, and crushing riffs directly to fans across clubs, festivals, and open-air stages.
Following critical acclaim for their debut album Lucky Shots and recent December 2025 releases, Katharein are ready to deliver high-energy performances alongside a host of supporting acts, including Kempes , Truda , When Nothing Remains , Evolucija , and PinkPlague .
Katharein 2026 Tour Dates:
20.03 – Petroșani, The Station – Kempes
21.03 – Cluj, Machines – Kempes
28.03 – București, Quantic – Truda
18.04 – Bistrița, Soho Music Hall – Truda
08.05 – TBA
09.05 – Sibiu, Rock & Bike Club
29-30.05 – Motofest Cojocna
08.07 – Timișoara, Spatele Casei Pub – When Nothing Remains
09.07 – Cluj, Machines – When Nothing Remains & Evolucija
10-12.07 – Celtic Transilvania Fest
24-25.07 – Mountain Brothers Open Air, Bulgaria
14-16.08 – Constanța, Corbu Fest
21-23.08 – Rock Revolution Bobâlna – Open Air
04.09 – Varna, Bulgaria – Motofest Bulgaria
09.09 – RocknRoll Center, Zalău – PinkPlague
10.09 – Rock & Bike Club, Sibiu – PinkPlague
11.09 – The Station, Petroșani – PinkPlague
12.09 – La Tevi, Cluj – PinkPlague

Fans can expect the full spectrum of Katharein’s sound, from emotionally charged vocal performances to psychedelic guitar solos and dense, infectious riffing that has earned them recognition in the underground heavy music scene.
Stream “Ain’t Nobody” , the full album Lucky Shots , and their latest releases on Spotify now.
For press inquiries, interviews, or further information, contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com
Check out the No Clean Singing feature here: https://www.nocleansinging.com/2026/01/01/seen-and-heard-on-a-new-years-day-karloff-tombseeker-hexer-1986-katharein-hursan/

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https://www.youtube.com/@KATHAREIN-Official-Channel
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566440372612

Rising prog rock sextet Ghost Of The Machine received rightful acclainm for their Scissorgames debut. Can they match it with second album, Empires Must Fall?

On May 22nd internationally, Dying Victims Productions will release the highly anticipated fifth album of Austria’s Deathstorm, Cascophonies, on CD and vinyl LP formats. And today, Deaf Forever magazine’s website premieres the new track “Mask of Sanity.” Hear Deathstorm‘s “Mask of Sanity” in its entirety exclusively HERE.   A veritable institution by now, Austria’s Deathstorm have been flying the flag of hate since 2010, releasing albums on such well-regarded labels as I […]

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Metal Blade Records is pleased to announce their re-signing of UNEARTH! Nothing short of standard-bearers and keepers of the faith for American metalcore, UNEARTH was the band born in the breakdown who never wavered from their love of European death metal melodicism, supercharged by American thrash and hardcore. Now, nearly three decades into a career that’s seen the Massachusetts […]

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“…Unfortunately, you can only kick a can so far down the road before you run out of road.”

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