The Heavy Eyes have got a new album, and it’s another winner. The Heavy Eyes are the Tennessee version of Fu Manchu, with their own unique slowed-down take on the heavy fuzz sound.
The Heavy Eyes are from Memphis, and are:
Tripp Shumake: Guitar, Lead Vocals
Matthew Qualls: Guitar
Wally Anderson: Bass
Eric Garcia: Drums
ALL THEM WITCHES: HOUSE OF MIRRORS
2020’s “Nothing As The Ideal” album was one of my favorites of that year, but after that I kept seeing the band sell lots of memorabilia on Bandcamp, and figured they were on hard times and were possibly done making new music. So when I saw this pop up in late May, I got excited. A little more mellow than I expected, but I’ve still kept it in my rotation since its release. Here are a couple of cool tracks:
All Them Witches are from Nashville, and are:
Charles Michael Parks, Jr: Vocals, Bass Benjamin McLeod: Guitar Allan Van Cleave: Keys Christian Powers: Drums
Russian Epic Metallers Scald return with a new EP!
Cruz Del Sur Music proudly presents, Relics, a new offering from Scald. Exhuming ancient songs from their past and giving them new life with Hrafn, their new vocalist, this is a must have for fans of the genre.
“Master of Tundra” – the EP’s first single, is available to stream at:
This EP opens a new chapter in Scald’s history. They were joined by Hrafn, a magnificent singer famous for his work with Vendel (Russia). He can truly do justice to Agyl’s legacy, which we present to you in Relics.
Three of the five songs, Master Of Tundra”, “Ravens”, and “Flame” were written after the recording of the legendary album Will Of The Gods Is Great Power (spring 1996 – fall 1997, the year Agyl died). At that point, the band chose to step away from traditional epic doom and, as an experiment, create songs with a more diverse style while still maintaining the original Scald atmosphere.
When writing these three songs, Scald were inspired by the work of the Norwegian Sami singer Mari Boine and in particular her album Leahkastin, progressive metal bands Fates Warning and Dream Theater; as well as Sanctuary’s album Into The Mirror Black and the magnificent singer Warrel Dane with his soulful vocals.
These songs had never been recorded in a studio before, but they were occasionally performed at Scald concerts in the past. Fans from all over the world kept asking Scald when they would finally record and release these songs.
“So here you go – this EP is for all of you who waited for it all these years! Your support is priceless and the release could not have happened without you!
The song “Falcon” was written by Agyl for his pre-Scald band called Ross, in 1991-1992. To honor the memory of this great vocalist, Scald decided to record a cover version of this song, and on Relics, in addition to the English version, they recorded it in Russian; the language Agyl performed it in.
Thanks to everyone who helps and supports us in these difficult times. Scald are beyond politics! Always were, always will be.”
– Scald
Relics will be released on September 4, 2026.
Line-Up:
Hrafn – vocals Harald – guitars Karry – guitars Velingor – bass Ottar – drums and percussion
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Australian gothic metal act Victoria K return with their new single “Take It All”, out June 26, 2026, taken from the band’s forthcoming third studio album, The Pleasure of Sorrow.
Following the release of “Oh So Weary”, the new track opens a darker and more vulnerable chapter in the world of The Pleasure of Sorrow. Seductively melancholic and deeply personal, “Take It All” moves through loss, memory, and the slow process of healing, shaping an emotional journey that feels intimate, atmospheric and direct.
For fans of Evanescence, Lacuna Coil, and Spiritbox, Victoria K continues to evolve their gothic metal foundations through modern metalcore intensity, electronic textures, heavier dynamics, and layered sound design. The result is a sound that remains melodic and emotionally charged while pushing the band further into a darker, more contemporary space.
Speaking about the single, Victoria K explains:
“The song discusses a moment in time when a piece of yourself is taken from you. It may have been a piece of your character, of your youth, but it was a moment in time where you lost something of yourself in a way that felt as though it was out of your control.”
Written as a form of catharsis, “Take It All” unfolds like a distant memory resurfacing through sound, capturing the aftermath of loss, the uncertainty that follows, and the emotional spiral of trying to make sense of something that cannot be undone. Rooted in Victoria K’s love for gothic metal, with Evanescence as a key reference point, the track lets its atmosphere, vocal melodies, and recurring main riff carry the emotional weight, turning restraint into one of its greatest strengths.
The single arrives as part of Victoria K’s upcoming third studio album, The Pleasure Of Sorrow, a new chapter that sees the band expanding their gothic metal roots with darker atmospheres, modern heaviness, and subtle electronic textures. Further details regarding the album, including the release date, will be revealed in the coming months. Stay tuned!
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