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  • SYMPHONY OF DESTINY UNVEIL NEW SINGLE “THE RIDDLE,” CONTINUING THEIR MYTHIC JOURNEY THROUGH ANCIENT EGYPT – @thebeast



    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
    SYMPHONY OF DESTINY UNVEIL NEW SINGLE “THE RIDDLE,” CONTINUING THEIR MYTHIC JOURNEY THROUGH ANCIENT EGYPT

    Presave / Stream: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/symphonyofdestiny/the-riddle
    Richmond, Virginia symphonic metal outfit Symphony of Destiny returns with their latest cinematic chapter, “The Riddle,” arriving May 29, 2026. The track marks the third installment in the band’s unfolding narrative inspired by ancient mythic Egypt, following the earlier chapters “Exile of Horus” and “Rampage (Bastet).”
    With each release, the story grows darker, heavier, and more immersive. “The Riddle” pulls listeners deep into a deadly trial inside an ancient temple where three travelers stand before the sphinx. There is no escape, no battle to win, only a single question that determines life or death. Answer correctly and survive. Fail and be consumed by the darkness.
    The single was mixed and mastered by Jack Kosto of Seven Spires, bringing a sharp cinematic polish to Symphony of Destiny’s evolving sound. The production leans into towering orchestration, haunting atmospheres, commanding vocal performances, and crushing melodic weight that hits with both drama and force.
    “The Riddle” continues the band’s push toward a larger conceptual vision, expanding their mythological storytelling while refining their symphonic metal identity. It stands as another key step toward their upcoming EP Heroes of Egypt , a project that promises to further explore ancient legend through modern metal intensity.
    Available May 29, 2026
    https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/symphonyofdestiny/the-riddle


     Connect with the band:
    https://linktr.ee/Symphony_of_Destiny
    Contact: eldmetal@gmail.com
  • Helado Negro & Reyna Tropical Announce New Album As Helado Tropical: Hear “Tocando”

    Roberto Carlos Lange, the musician known to the world as Helado Negro, rarely goes a long time without releasing new music. Last year, he released the surprise EP The Last Sound On Earth and collaborated with people like Irreversible Entanglements and Vines. A couple of weeks ago, he shared a Sly & The Family Stone…

    The post Helado Negro & Reyna Tropical Announce New Album As Helado Tropical: Hear “Tocando” appeared first on Stereogum.

  • Philojain’s “Duke at the Prom” – Peppy Djent Album Out Now – @thebeast

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    Philojain’s “Duke at the Prom” – Peppy Djent Album Out Now

    Release Date: August 10, 2025
    India’s instrumental metal visionary Amit Jain, known as philojain , has officially dropped his latest full-length album, “Duke at the Prom” , now available worldwide.
    https://ditto.fm/duke-at-the-prom
    This record pushes forward his self-defined style, Peppy Djent , a high-energy fusion of djent, post-prog metal, and melodic experimentation. It’s tight, technical, and built with a groove-first mindset that still leaves room for unexpected turns and melodic lift-offs.
    From crushing riff cycles to neon-bright lead work and sub-heavy low end, the album is designed for motion. Whether it’s gym sessions, long drives, gaming marathons, or just cranking speakers until the walls complain, this release hits with purpose.
    Amit Jain on the release:
    “Peppy Djent is a fresh attempt by me. I wanted an album that’s energetic, unpredictable, and melodic. Something that works for any moment where you want the music to hit hard and keep you locked in.”
    About philojain

    Based in Panchkula, India, Amit Jain has spent years building a deep catalog across rock, metal, and experimental music. With 18 albums released , his work is known for technical guitar precision, shifting rhythmic structures, and deep low-frequency design that gives his sound its weight and identity.
    Everything on “Duke at the Prom” was produced, mixed, and mastered by Amit Jain himself, keeping the vision fully independent and uncompromised. The result is a record that feels controlled yet chaotic in all the right ways.
    Playlist Feature

    The album is also featured on a major Spotify playlist, helping push the release into wider rotation across the modern metal and djent community.
    https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2T0OKjdc9hod527d4S6TDZ
    Listen Now

    Turn it up and run it loud:
    https://ditto.fm/duke-at-the-prom
    No gimmicks. No trend chasing. Just raw, melodic, high-energy instrumental metal done with intent and attitude.

     Follow philojain:
    https://ditto.fm/duke-at-the-prom
    https://postprogmetal.rocks/
    Contact: philojain@gmail.com
  • BITTER SIGN WITH CDN RECORDS AND RELEASE NEW SINGLE “MALEVOLENT” WITH OFFICIAL VIDEO – @thebeast

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    BITTER SIGN WITH CDN RECORDS AND RELEASE NEW SINGLE “MALEVOLENT” WITH OFFICIAL VIDEO
    Montreal, Quebec – May 12, 2026 – Quebec slamming beatdown deathcore outfit Bitter are kicking the door wide open with the announcement of their official signing to CDN Records, paired with the release of their brand new single “Malevolent” and its official music video.
    No buildup, no warning, just impact.
    “Malevolent” shows exactly where Bitter is headed. Heavy, ugly in all the right ways, and built on that sharp, chaotic energy the band has been carving out since forming in late 2024. This release also sets the tone for their upcoming EP Slamosaurus Rex, due later this year.
    Watch the official video here:


    Pre-save / stream “Malevolent”:
    https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/bitter12/malevolent

    Listen and stream:
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1mCEFndDNheBRVjL7tOpyW
    Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/bitter/1864987764
    Bandcamp: https://bitter-qc.bandcamp.com/music
    ABOUT THE BAND
    Bitter is a slamming beatdown deathcore band formed in December 2024, bringing together members from Montreal, Lanaudière, and Gatineau, Quebec. The project was founded by father and son Yan Chatel and Kilian Langlois-Chatel, later expanding into a full lineup built on chemistry, trust, and shared aggression.
    Current lineup:
    Kilian Langlois-Chatel – Lead Vocals
    Michael Lalancette – Guitar and electronics
    Mathieu Parent – Guitar
    Eric Cooper-Lefebvre – Drums
    Yan Chatel – Bass and backing vocals
    Their sound pulls influence from Xenotheory, Kanine, and The Acacia Strain, but filters it through a darker, more sarcastic edge. Bitter leans into violent imagery and exaggerated metaphor, delivered with intent and control rather than chaos for chaos’ sake.
    PRODUCTION
    “Malevolent” was produced, mixed, and mastered by Michael Lalancette, giving the track its tight, crushing punch while keeping every layer of brutality clear in the mix.
    THE ROAD AHEAD
    With Slamosaurus Rex on the way and CDN Records now in their corner, Bitter are lining up for a heavy push through 2026. More releases, more noise, and no signs of slowing down.
    This is just the beginning.


    CONNECT WITH BITTER
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bitter.qc
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitter_band/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bitter_qc

    LABEL
    Bitter are now officially part of the CDN Records roster:
    https://cdnrecords.com/label-artists/bitter/
    Contact: bitterqc@gmail.com
  • Bruce Springsteen Makes The Case For America At MSG

    Bruce Springsteen has been opening his shows with a prayer. He and the E Street Band walk onstage quietly. He steps to the mic as they atmospherically play behind him. Before a single song is performed he simply speaks to the audience. “We begin the night with a prayer for our men and women in service overseas. We pray for an end to this conflict and for their safe return,” he begins, opening with a sentiment most anyone should be able to agree with. It continues: “The E Street Band is here tonight in celebration and defense of the American ideals and values that have sustained our country for 250 years. We are here to call upon the righteous power of art and music and rock ‘n’ roll in these dangerous times.” Then, he gets a little more pointed: 

    The post Bruce Springsteen Makes The Case For America At MSG appeared first on Stereogum.

  • The Rolling Stones, Very Early and Very Late

    Listen to their 1963 debut through two tunes released just last week.