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Their new album “Fire On The Hill” is headed for a May release.

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“Hello BAAAAAYBY!”  The coolest way to enter in to the new era of post David Lee Roth in 1986 was new singer Sammy Hagar’s intro to “Good Enough,” the opening track on the band’s first collaboration together. 5150 was a milestone for this legendary band, not only because of the dynamic switch in front men, but it was also the first recordings made almost entirely at guitarist Edward Van Halen’s home studio of the same name. Now remixed and remastered along with some expanded tracks, it has been re-released for the 40th anniversary of its 1986 explosive drop, which resulted in the band’s first ever #1 record. Rhino Records has released 5150 (Expanded Edition), a groundbreaking collection on vinyl, CD and Blu-ray, directly from the original master tapes overseen by the band’s longtime engineer Don Landee.

The set also introduces more than 90 minutes of previously unreleased live recordings from the band’s August 27, 1986 concert at New Haven Veterans Memorial Coliseum in New Haven, Connecticut. These are joined by a selection of rare 7” single edits and extended 12” versions. The Blu-Ray includes a new high-definition upgrade of Live Without A Net, Van Halen’s double-Platinum 1986 concert video that was also recorded that same August night in New Haven, along with promotional videos for “Dreams” and “Why Can’t This Be Love.” The LPs come in standard black, but a limited Amazon-exclusive green vinyl version is also available. Again, the packaging on all formats has been updated and looks great.

The set sounds incredible when played at a loud volume. All songs are much crisper than the original releases. The extended versions of “Why Can’t This Be Love” and “Dreams” are mostly just repeats on the chorus, but are cool to have included. The real treat is the high-definition upgrade on the Blu-Ray version of “Live Without a Net.” The video is much sharper than the original, and the live recordings sound is outstanding. Relive the joy and excitement of the re-tooled and remastered Van Halen the way it was meant to be heard, cultivated from the original recordings, and brought to a new life. “The Best of Both Worlds” so to speak…

~ Jordan West

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Winston McCall has released a detailed video statement responding to backlash surrounding former staff member Jed Gordon.

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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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Finnish symphonic metal band AMBERIAN DAWN is headed for a new era: not only do they announce their ninth album, Temptation’s Gates, which will be released on June 26, 2026 via Napalm Records, but they also introduce a new singer with it. Swedish-English musician Nicole Willerton is taking over from previous frontwoman Capri, who sadly couldn’t continue her […]

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“We support the victim 100%. She deserves justice.”

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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:

• Amber Marble (US)
• Orange and Red Marble (US)
• Brutal Panda Exclusive – Citron Smoke (US)
• 180g Black (EU)
• Beige Gray Marbled (EU)
• Clear Black Gold Smoke (EU – Ltd. 500)
• Metallic Gold Black Dust (EU – Ltd. 300)
• Clear Gold Splatter (EU – Ltd. 200)

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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