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Shrike, a three-piece metal band from Preston, the “wettest” city in England, is set to reshape the underground modern metal landscape with their debut album release in 2025.
Titled “The Divine and the Serpentine”, this long player not only showcases their unique sound — a rich blend of ambient, cinematic, and orchestral textures — but also delves into deep thematic content through a “semi” concept album exploring the complexities of abusive relationships.
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Oversize have announced their stunning debut album “Vital Signs”, due out on February 28th, 2025, via SharpTone. To commemorate the news, the group have today unveiled the title track,
Of the single, the band comments: “While ‘Vital Signs’ is technically the title track of the album, it was originally written as an album closer and from start to finish was written comfortably in under an hour. More»


High flying Welsh rockers Those Damn Crows are thrilled to confirm their fourth studio album, “God Shaped Hole”, will be released on April, 11th, 2025, via long-time label home Earache Records.

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Infiltrating fans with infectious tunes since their foundation in 2017, Enemy Inside are set to add a fresh can load of fuel to their heavily rocking fire with their new studio album “Venom”, which is due out on February 28th, 2025, through Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM).

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Power metal fans, get ready! Southern Germany’s powerhouse, Brainstorm, are gearing up to unleash their new studio album “Plague of Rats”, and it’s set to blow your minds and rock your ears!
Brainstorm to release new studio album “Plague of Rats” on February 28th 2025

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Two-time GRAMMY-nominated progressive heavy metal band Spiritbox are gearing up for their next chapter with the announcement of their second studio album, “Tsunami Sea”, set for release on March 7th, 2025, via Pale Chord in partnership with Rise Records. The album was produced by Dan Braunstein and Mike Stringer, mixed by Zakk Cervini and mastered by Ted Jensen.
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Formed in 2020 in Rome, Risen Crow stands out in the Italian metal scene with their distinct fusion of power metal and gothic elements. Drawing inspiration from iconic bands such as Nightwish, Epica, Within Temptation, Kamelot and Lacuna Coil, Risen Crow’s music blends powerful riffs, haunting melodies, and atmospheric soundscapes, creating an emotional journey for listeners. The single “Risen Crow” embodies the band’s artistic vision, showcasing their signature mix of powerful metal energy and dark, gothic atmospheres.
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Following their 40-year-anniversary tour through South America and Europe, German Thrash-Teutons Destruction strike again with their 16th studio album, “Birth of Malice”, out on March 7th, 2024, via Napalm Records!

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Symphonic power metal quartet Majestica have announced their brand new studio album “Power Train”, which will see the light of day on February 7th, 2025, via Nuclear Blast Records.

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Hailing from the rugged West Coast of Scotland, The Breathing Method is a seasoned ensemble of musicians who fuse hard rock, grunge and a dash of punk rebellion to express the raw knocks of adulthood. With roots stretching back over 25 years this Scottish group hails from the historic county of Ayrshire, where a shared passion for gritty, authentic soundscapes has resulted in the band’s debut album, “After Everything Else”, which is set to be released on January 24th, 2025.
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This 8-tracks album takes you on a journey through themes of self-discovery and enlightenment, with intricate arrangements, heavy riffs and emotional depth.

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Scheduled for release on December 27th, 2024, through Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM), the new studio album, “Adrenalin”, promises fans of the self-proclaimed “loud and fast” band an exciting collection of 11 fresh tracks. Packed with energy and versatility, this multi-dimensional record once again showcases Rauhbein’s bold and unapologetic voice.

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The original line-up behind the G3 touring concept returns with “Reunion Live”, released on January 31st, 2025, worldwide on earMUSIC.

 

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