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INSCRIBED Announce Debut Full-Length Album Upon the Twisted Throne Out June 19, 2026 via Awakening Records | Single “Machinery of War” Out Now – @thebeast
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INSCRIBED Announce Debut Full-Length Album Upon the Twisted Throne Out June 19, 2026 via Awakening Records | Single “Machinery of War” Out Now
Pre-order:
CD: https://awakeningrecordscn.bigcartel.com/product/inscribed-upon-the-twisted-throne-cd
Digital: https://awakeningrecordscn.bandcamp.com/album/upon-the-twisted-throne
Miami, Florida death/thrash metal trio INSCRIBED are set to unleash their highly anticipated debut full-length album, Upon the Twisted Throne , on June 19, 2026 via Awakening Records. The album marks a major step forward for the band, expanding their razor sharp, progressive death/thrash attack into even more ambitious and extreme territory.
Drawing influence from legendary acts such as Atheist, Hellwitch, Sadus, Cynic, and Nocturnus, INSCRIBED deliver a blistering fusion of technical precision, chaotic riffing, and progressive songwriting rooted firmly in the spirit of early 90s Florida death metal. Despite the members’ young ages, the band continues to push a sound that feels both classic in spirit and ferociously forward-looking in execution.
Formed in 2021 by bassist Evie Austin and drummer/vocalist Lucas Moore, INSCRIBED quickly carved out a name in the South Florida underground with their 2022 demo and 2024 debut EP In Silent Oblivion . After recruiting guitarist Mario Alvarez, the trio tightened into a relentless live force across Florida, sharpening the material that would become Upon the Twisted Throne .
The new album pushes their progressive death/thrash formula into deeper extremes, balancing intricate musicianship with raw aggression and strong, memorable songwriting. A bass-driven compositional approach gives the record a distinct identity, with Evie Austin’s lightning-fast runs and fingerstyle precision cutting through Mario Alvarez’s razor-edged guitar work and Lucas Moore’s punishing drumming and vocal delivery.
“ Upon the Twisted Throne acts as a bold step forward for Inscribed, continuing the progressive death-thrash style the band debuted with In Silent Oblivion into an even more intense direction,” says the band. “The album sees us expanding our range of influences while pushing technical ability and melodic dynamics further than before.”
The album’s lead single and video, “Machinery of War,” is out now. A longtime live staple, the track opens with a chaotic technical bassline before erupting into a high-velocity assault of progressive death and thrash metal precision. Written collaboratively by all three members, the song explores the disturbing fate of a mecha pilot trapped inside a dying war machine, drawing on themes of war, mortality, and human suffering.
Other standout tracks include “On the Stage of Death,” an ambitious multi-section piece inspired by Kentaro Miura’s Berserk , which examines religious extremism through shifting emotional and sonic landscapes, and “Still Time Passes,” a haunting, mid-paced composition exploring the psychological horror of perceived eternal isolation and the fragility of consciousness.
Upon the Twisted Throne features:
Evie Austin — Bass Guitar
Lucas Moore — Drums & Vocals
Mario Alvarez — Guitar
Additional lead guitar by Fernando Calero.
The album was engineered and mixed by Ferny Coipel at The Shack North, with guitar and bass tracking by John Sample at Sathanas Studios. Mastering was handled by Chris Barcia. Artwork was created by Stephanie D-Sorensen, with additional design contributions from Raphael Sanchez, Deborah Moore, Beatriz Freire, Gabriel Caggiano, and Arioch.
Upon the Twisted Throne will be released June 19, 2026 via Awakening Records.
For fans of Atheist, Hellwitch, Sadus, Cynic, Nocturnus.
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Follow INSCRIBED online:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inscribedofficial/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inscribedofficial
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inscribedofficial
Bandcamp: https://inscribedofficial.bandcamp.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3WGErsqyfSzjSUecAY2VPk
Label Information:
Awakening Records
Website: https://www.awakeningrecords.cn
Bandcamp: https://awakeningrecordscn.bandcamp.com
Big Cartel: https://awakeningrecordscn.bigcartel.com
Facebook: https://facebook.com/awakeningrecordscn
Instagram: https://instagram.com/awakeningrecordscn
Contact:
Lucas Moore
inscribedofficial@gmail.com
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Album Review: Impure Wilhelmina – Le sanglot
Album Review: Impure Wilhelmina – Le sanglot
Reviewed by Oli Gonzalez
The nation of Switzerland has proven to be a breeding ground for experimental and post-metal that really challenges and pushes what heavy music can be! Take Zeal And Ardour or Schammasch for instance. Or one of the bands that started it all, Triptykon! Impure Wilhelmina have been around since the mid-1990s, with several tours across Europe, festival appearances and supporting the likes of Amenra, Solstafir, and gold-medal winning Gojira! Quite an impressive resume! Now, they’re on the eve of releasing their 6th full length studio album “Le Sanglot”. An album that’s been recorded entirely in French, staying true to their roots.
The album kicks off with ‘Electricite Noire’. Here, we’re introduced to an avant-garde flavour of metal, one characterised by a solid rhythmic foundation and strong hypnotic groove. A platform that the guitars can build upon, whether it’s dazzling us with blazing leads or the rather splendid cocktail of dreamy shoegaze tones that become more prominent in ‘Cent Mille Plaies’ and ‘Abime’.
Fans of Alcest will be satiated here, whilst the somewhat chaotic and unstructured nature of the music is rather like Opeth minus the walls and walls of distortion. Though whilst non-standard musical patterns and progressions can be intriguing, it feels as though the loose structure is entirely that; loose. Too loose.
As the album progresses, it feels as though the music has no clear end goal or climax to work towards, and becomes lost in post-metal purgatory. Even the vocals of Michael appear uni-dimensional. Until ‘Train Mort’, when he adds a distorted growl and a much needed injection of variety in the process. Until slipping back into the post-metal shoegaze sound that really lacks any hook or clear standout moment. This brings any tension or intrigue that had been built to a screeching halt.
There’s no doubt that there’s some talents musicians within the group, and the production brings out the best in their instruments. Though there’s an unfortunate lack of distinct hooks or moments that really grab you by the scruff of the neck, which is really needed in post-metal, in a genre where this is desperately needed.
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BEST OF BRITISH: RELIQUIA / SILO / TYRANNUS
(Andy Synn returns to his homeland, in spirit at least, for another edition of the Best of British) I’m still over in the good ol’ US of A at the moment, gearing up for this year’s edition of Maryland Deathfest, and while I’ve loved my time here – as always – I’ll admit that I’ve […]
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Tyondai Braxton Announces New Album Splayed Werks: Hear Two Singles
Tyondai Braxton used to be the frontman of the experimental rock icons Battles, but he’s kept up a busy and prolific solo career since his departure in 2010. His most recent solo album Telekinesis — his orchestral piece that also included electric guitars, electronics, and a choir — arrived in 2022, and today he’s announced…
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Interia Announce First Ever UK Shows
Interia Announce First Ever UK Shows
Germany’s rapidly rising alt-metal force INTERIA will make their long-awaited UK debut this September, celebrating the release of their acclaimed new album, The Death of Great Art, released on 20th February 2026.
The band will kick off the run at The Victoria Inn in Derby on Thursday 24th September, joined by East Midlands heavyweights Idolvein. Known for their crushing riffs, progressive edge and soaring melodies, Idolvein are the perfect addition to what promises to be an explosive first UK appearance for INTERIA.
The following night sees INTERIA head to Corporation in Sheffield on Friday 25th September 2026 for a stacked lineup featuring Newcastle’s fast-rising Decrepit Youths, Lincolnshire post-metalcore outfit Distance Divine, and Sheffield favourites Wolfsmoke. With three of the UK underground’s most exciting emerging acts sharing the stage, the night is set to deliver absolute chaos from start to finish.
Speaking about the announcement, Novacaine LTD promoter Scott O’Shea said:
“We are incredibly excited to be bringing INTERIA to the UK for the very first time. It’s a privilege to work with a band of this calibre and to showcase them alongside some of the UK’s best emerging acts. These shows are going to be something really special.”
Following growing momentum across Europe and the release of The Death of Great Art, INTERIA’s first UK performances mark a major milestone for the band, and a must-see moment for fans of modern heavy music.
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Blast Worship: Fake Dust
Where they from?
Portland, OR. I made 40 bucks gambling on baseball parlays this weekend. Turns out if you take just 15 minutes to do research (ask ChatGPT) you can formulate a perfect lineup to maximize home run potential. Yes, I’m 36 and don’t have a girlfriend, why do you ask?Why the hype?
This band first came onto our radar last year with an exceptional demo and lo and behold they have graced the world with a debut full-length that is nothing short of being an utter masterclass of chaotic grind warfare. Imagine all the technicality of Defeated Sanity but truncated into the hyper blast spazziness of Mellow Harsher or Sulfuric Cautery and you get a picture of what this band does so well. Also, no Spotify or even Instagram, so you know these guys MEAN FUCKING BUSINESS!Latest Release?
Decrepitizing Din of the Cerebral Psyopticon, out now on Iron Lung Records. I know I often say an album is a shoo-in for my best-of end-of-year list but this one goes a step further. It’s pretty much up there with “grind album of the decade” until otherwise. Thirty minutes of only the most obscene blasting cacophony. Albums and bands like this are why I fell in love with the genre in the first place.The post Blast Worship: Fake Dust appeared first on Decibel Magazine.
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The Hold Steady’s Franz Nicolay Testifies Before Congress About Live Nation Monopoly
Earlier this year, Live Nation Entertainment and Ticketmaster reached a surprise settlement with the Justice Department in a major antitrust case — a deal President Donald Trump reportedly pushed for, to the dismay of his ally Kid Rock, who has pushed hard for regulatory action against the company. The agreement avoided a breakup of Live Nation/Ticketmaster, even after a federal jury later found the company to be an illegal monopoly in a separate lawsuit brought by dozens of states.
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