Grammy-nominated hardcore legends Hatebreed announce new album “Fatal Paradox” out November 6 via BLKIIBLK

Studied, imitated, but never replicated, the Grammy-nominated hardcore legends HATEBREED have remained a fixture of the hardcore and metal scenes for the better part of three decades. After writing the playbook with their genre-defining releases Under The Knife (1996) and Satisfaction Is The Death Of Desire (1997), HATEBREED continued to carry the banner for metallic hardcore with albums like Perseverance (2002), The Rise of Brutality (2003), and Supremacy (2006) dominating charts globally.

In recent years, the band’s undisputed offensive continues with modern records The Concrete Confessional (2016) and Weight of the False Self (2020), remaining fixtures on charts globally. The band’s core values of self actualization, perseverance, and honest living have carried them from backyard and basement shows to festival dominators, selling out shows consistently across the world, effectively practicing what they’ve preached.

Now, the band announces its long-awaited studio return with FATAL PARADOX, arriving November 6 via new label BLKIIBLK. Pre-order it here.

Hatebreed also offer the first taste of new music with the video for “KILL COUNT INCREASE“. Watch it here.

Enlisting long-time collaborator Zeuss (Rob Zombie, Accept, Shadows Fall), “Kill Count Increase” is crossover excellence with accelerating speeds, crushing riffage, and frontman Jamey Jasta’s venomous bark inciting crimson flashes of carnage.

“‘Kill Count Increase’ is the lead track on Fatal Paradox and a perfect way of summing up our first album in six years from the start,” Jasta states. “It’s straightforward, in-your-face Hatebreed. Fast. Hard. It gets down to business and comes up for air two-and-a-half minutes later. The room and everyone in it gets wrecked and comes back wanting more.”

Holding no punches, and taking no prisoners Fatal Paradox see the Connecticut-born juggernaut operating at full tilt, bludgeoning listeners with a barbarous blend of breakdowns, d-beats, and dogpiles. Whether it’s the thrash stylings of “Kill Count Increase” or “Total Invincible,” capital H hardcore excellence of “The Carrion Choir” and “Truth Is A Lion,” rage remains the unifying spark to blow the keg in glorious flashes of violence.

FATAL PARADOX TRACK LISTING:
“Kill Count Increase”
“The Carrion Choir”
“Decisions Become Destinies”
“Total Invincible”
“Fatal Paradox”
“Still A Threat”
“Sacrifice Season” (Feat. John Tardy)
“Truth Is A Lion”
“Make The Demons Obey”
“None Left To Save”
“Poison Planet”

Hatebreed will spend the summer doing what they do best — touring and bringing venues across the U.S. to their knees. All upcoming dates are below. Get tickets here.

HATEBREED ON TOUR:
8/19 — Mack’s Creek, MO — Gathering of the Juggalos*
8/20 — Albuquerque, NM — El Rey
8/21 — Tucson, AZ — Rialto Theatre
8/22 — Las Vegas, NV — House of Blues
8/23 — Anaheim, CA — House of Blues
8/24 — Sacramento, CA — Ace of Spades
8/25 — Boise, ID — Treefort Music Hall
8/26 — Spokane, WA — Knitting Factory
8/28 — Edmonton, AB —  Pawn Shop Live*
8/29 — Calgary, AB — The Arrowhead
8/30 — Regina, SK — Casino Regina Show Lounge
8/31 — Winnipeg, MB — Burton Cummings Theatre
9/2 — Sioux Falls, SD — The District
9/3 — Kansas City, MO — Warehouse on Broadway
9/4 — Shakopee, MN — Mystic Lake Amphitheater (Supporting Slayer)
9/5 — Davenport, IA — Capitol Theatre
9/6 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave
9/8 — Pittsburgh, PA — Roxian Theatre
9/9 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore
9/10 — Albany, NY — Empire Live
9/11 — Quebec, QC — Envol et Macadam*
9/12 — Ottawa, ON — The Bronson
9/13 — Norwalk, CT — District Music Hall
9/19 — Pinellas Park, FL — England Brothers Park (Supporting Turnstile)
10/10 — Birmingham, AL — Furnace Fest*
*Festival Date

HATEBREED ARE:
Jamey Jasta — Vocals
Wayne Lozinak — Guitar
Frank Novinec — Guitar
Matt Byrne — Drums
Carl Schwartz — Bass

ABOUT HATEBREED:
Described by Forbes as “more relevant than ever in the metal and hardcore community,” the quintet remains one of the most definitive live acts in music today and recently celebrated a milestone with their track “Looking Down The Barrel Of Today,” which is nearing 130 million global streams, making it their single biggest career streaming track of the modern era. To date, Hatebreed have sold over 1.5 million albums in North America alone.

Hatebreed’s most recent album, 2020’s Weight of the False Self, was praised as a “return to their hardcore roots” by Brooklyn Vegan. The album was deemed “one of their most aggressive to date” by Consequence and “pummeling” by Revolver, while Psychology Today called it “a blazing combination of extreme metal and hardcore punk.” Hatebreed remain one of the most vital bands in the hard rock scene.

Their signing with BLKIIBLK and forthcoming ninth studio album find the band harder than ever, stronger than ever.

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Porispere Festival, Pori (Finland) 31.7-1.8.2026

Porispere marked its 15th anniversary in 2026 with the kind of confidence only a festival that knows exactly who it is can muster. Held from July 31 to August 1 at Kirjurinluoto, Pori’s beloved island venue, the celebration drew 24,500 visitors across the week, and for the first time ever, Friday was sold out. With headliners ranging from Dropkick Murphys to Haloo Helsinki!, Nylon Beat, and KUUMAA, Porispere once again proved why it has become one of Finland’s most characterful summer festivals. The next edition will return on August 6–7, 2027.
Porispere’s identity has always leaned proudly toward rock, metal and punk, and the 2026 lineup showcased that heritage with taste. The bill featured power metal Battle Beast, thrash veterans Stam1na, metal force Warmen, doom metal Kaunis Kuolematon, Finnish heavy pioneers Timo Rautiainen & Trio Niskalaukaus, punk legend Pelle Miljoona Band, rising local act The Reality Machine, Tampere’s uncompromising Nyrkkitappelu, modern gothic rock newcomer HOKKA, and Dutch psychobilly cult heroes Batmobile. It was a lineup that balanced nostalgia with discovery, tradition with surprise, and above all, the raw joy of loud guitars echoing across Kirjurinluoto.

The festival’s opening belonged to Pelle Miljoona Band, who stepped onto the stage at 5:15 PM with the kind of ease only a true icon carries. Pelle’s return was more than a performance; it was a full‑circle moment. He played Porispere’s inaugural edition back in 2011, during his farewell shows, and now, 15 years later, he returned with a Hamina‑built lineup to celebrate the festival he helped define. Under the bright sun, the crowd greeted him like an old friend, and the punk pulse of Porispere began beating once again.

Minutes later, The Reality Machine took the Lagunitas Stage at 5:30 PM, fresh from winning the Porilaine band competition. It was only their second live show ever, but you would not have known it. Their heavy metal energy connected instantly, marking them as one of the weekend’s most promising new names.

As the evening deepened, Timo Rautiainen & Trio Niskalaukaus filled Lokkilava with their unmistakable blend of weight and melancholy. Starting at 7:30 PM, they drew one of Friday’s largest crowds, who sang along to classics that have become part of Finland’s rock DNA.

Stam1na’s late night set was pure adrenaline. Riding the momentum of their Apnea album and the Käärmeennyrkki 2026 tour, they delivered a tight performance. Hits like Paha arkkitehti and Muistipalatsi whipped the sold‑out crowd of 9,000 into a dust‑clouded frenzy, an essential Porispere moment.

Saturday afternoon brought a dramatic shift in tone as Kaunis Kuolematon turned the sunny Lagunitas Stage into a cathedral of doom. Their mix of crushing heaviness and fragile melancholy, from Elämästä Ruosteinen to Hyvästi, created one of the festival’s most emotionally charged atmospheres.

On Rajulava, Battle Beast introduced fans to their new vocalist, Marina La Torraca. Her commanding presence won over the crowd instantly, and the band’s surprise partial cover of Dingo’s Levoton tuhkimo became one of the weekend’s most delightful moments.

At 4:30 PM, Warmen delivered a masterclass in melodic metal. Janne Wirman’s keyboard wizardry, familiar to any Children of Bodom fan, lit up Lokkilava, while the band’s Here For None material showcased their heavier, Bodom‑inspired edge.

By 7:15 PM, Nyrkkitappelu had turned Lokkilava into a sweaty, kinetic blur. Organizers described the show as “a live sports performance,” and it is hard to disagree, the band did not waste a single second of energy.

One of Saturday’s most anticipated acts, HOKKA, stepped onto Rajulava at 9:15 PM. With Joel Hokka at the helm, Pauli Rantasalmi on guitar, and Jimi Aslak on drums, the band delivered a theatrical, red‑lit performance. Tracks from Via Miseria IV, including In the Darkness and Blackbird, resonated with the crowd’s appetite for modern Finnish melancholy.

Late at night, Batmobile brought their slap‑bass‑driven psychobilly to Kirjurinluoto, igniting the crowd with a fast, melodic hybrid of punk and rockabilly. Their set was the perfect high‑octane warm‑up for the festival’s final act.

At midnight, Porispere 2026 reached its climax. Dropkick Murphys stormed Rajulava with bagpipes, banjo, electric guitars and working‑class punk spirit. Global hits like I’m Shipping Up to Boston and Rose Tattoo turned the field into a roaring sea of voices. Organizers later praised the show as one of the loudest and most energetic performances of the entire Finnish festival summer, a fitting end to Porispere’s 15th anniversary.

Below photogallery by Cristina Gregori and Miika Riikonen.

Tabernaculum Video Interview

Australia’s emerging doom metal force Tabernaculum has begun carving its place in the underground with the release of their debut demo Tabernaculum this May. With a full-length album already slated for the end of 2026, the band stands at the threshold of a defining chapter. In this interview, Karl Stepien walks us through the band’s beginnings, their musical approach, and the plans shaping Tabernaculum’s future.

https://tabernaculum-band.bandcamp.com/album/tabernaculum-demo-2026

Solus Released New EP 4

Finnish dark‑minded heavy music gains a powerful new chapter as Solus, the Rauma‑based melodic dark/death metal outfit, unveiled their latest EP, 4. Since forming in 2020, Solus has carved out a distinctive space within Finland’s extreme music landscape, blending brooding atmospheres with sharp modern influences.

“4” is a melancholic, timeline-driven work that follows the arc from birth to the end of
everything. The songs guide the listener with delicate metaphors, yet in an easily relatable way, through the winds of life, darkness, and dangers — moving from a state of ignorance toward trials and ultimately toward accepting the end of all things. Both the lyrics and the music create a constantly shifting mental landscape, and the way of thinking evolves as the songs progress — perhaps even toward reincarnation, as suggested by the album’s cover art.
The work carries several artistically layered themes and thought patterns around which the story unfolds:
– A person and life are like a painting — everyone strives to create their own version
– A person and life are like a plant, continuously tested and shaped by the environment, and not everything can be controlled
– The work can be compared to life, a phase of life, or even relationships — from which some lyrical elements are also drawn. Each of these begins and eventually comes to an end.
Key themes of the album include carefreeness, ignorance, disappointment, dependence, letting go, surrendering and loneliness.
The EP’s title comes from several factors. Firstly, this is Solus’s fourth release, excluding singles. It is also the first release on which all four members of the band contributed to the composition and final polishing of the songs — and it shows in the result. Most importantly, the EP contains four tracks, each portraying slightly different stages of life that together form the story. Nothing more complicated than that.
“4” is an excellent showcase of what Solus is capable of after all these years. This time, the stylistic direction leans heavier and more melancholic in line with the theme, but given the band’s versatility, Solus will surely be heard in different forms in the future as well.

Tracklist:
1: First Breath (03:29)
2: Sapling (03:27)
3: Black Roses (05:55)
4: Morior Solus (03:12)

Solus (Est. 2020, Rauma, Finland):
Toni Mäkynen – vocals, guitar
Toni Nurmi – guitar
Kristian Saine – bass
Eetu Valtanen – drums
(Juuso Itänen – backing vocals)

Composing: Toni Mäkynen, Toni Nurmi, Kristian Saine, Eetu Valtanen
Lyrics: Toni Mäkynen
Production, mixing and mastering: Kristian Saine
Recording: Taboo Music
Drum recording: V.R. Studio
Cover art: Toni Mäkynen (alkup. akryylimaalaus)
Label: Taboo Music
Music video production: Jami Määttänen

www.wearesolus.com
www.taboomusic.fi

Suicide Chain Video Interview

Rising from the backwoods of Jyväskylä, Finland, Suicide Chain have carved out their own lane with a sound that’s as feral as it is focused. Their blend of raw, sweaty Hard Rock, the muscular punch of Groove Metal, and the unapologetic swagger of Rock ’n’ Roll has already earned them a reputation as one of Finland’s most reliably hard‑hitting live acts. The climb has been fast, the momentum undeniable, and after a standout performance at Tuska Festival, the band sat down with The Offering to dig into their origins, the fire behind their music, and where this runaway train is headed next.

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https://www.instagram.com/suicidechainofficial/

Allt Video Interview

Allt, the progressive metalcore force formed in 2020 in Karlskoga, Sweden, have built a reputation for blending crushing riffs with cinematic melodies and orchestral depth. Their music is shaped by a collective passion for nature and film, often drawing inspiration from books, movies, and personal memories to create a sound that feels both intimate and expansive.
Following their standout performance at Finland’s Tuska Festival, Olle Nordström and Viktor Florman sat down with The Offering to discuss their upcoming album Ataraxia, set for release on July 31st. In an open and heartfelt conversation, they reflected on the creative journey behind the record, from the earliest sparks of inspiration to the writing sessions and the immersive recording process. They also shared insight into their upcoming tour, how they prepare before stepping on stage, and the moments that stay with them long after the final note fades.

https://eu.alltband.com/

Northern Krig released new single

Norwegian Black Metal band Northern Krig released their new single Return of the Elfking. The single was recorded/mixed at “Icelandic Fire Records” by Jan Reichel, and mastered at “Totenklang Studios”.
Formed in Oslo in 2021 by Morfran, Erik Lund, Mikkel Stein, and Jonar Gunnarson, Norwegian black metal force Northern Krig emerged from the ashes of “Skyrsdag”. Now fronted by Morfran (vocals/guitar), Miasma (bass/guitar), and Maikon Q. (drums), the band established their raw sound on the 2022 demo “Myrk Blóðfórn”. Key milestones include their 2024 debut “Concept of a Suicidal Journey” and the February 2026 release of their devastating full-length album “Worship Files for Anthropophagolagnia Predators” via Icelandic Fire Records, promoted by GlobMetal Promotions.

French heavy-metal outfit Parallel Minds unveiled new music video “Sekigahara”

‘French modern heavy metal outfit Parallel Minds unveil a brand new music video for their latest single “Sekigahara” — a powerful and cinematic new chapter in the band’s evolving universe.

Fusing razor-sharp precision, progressive structures, and sheer intensity, “Sekigahara” stands as one of the most striking pieces taken from their recently released album ‘Cairn’.

The track channels both violence and introspection, echoing the historical weight of its name while delivering a deeply immersive sonic experience.

With ‘Cairn’, Parallel Minds deliver their most ambitious work to date — a modern heavy metal statement driven by emotional depth, technical mastery, and a strong conceptual backbone.The album explores the human condition through themes of suffering, resilience, and reconstruction, moving seamlessly between progressive complexity, thrash aggression, and epic orchestration.

Parallel Minds is a French modern heavy metal project driven by a clear artistic direction: combining technical precision with strong emotional and conceptual depth.

Their music navigates across genres, drawing influence from the progressive structures of Symphony X, the aggressive edge of Testament, and the epic dimension of Blind Guardian — while maintaining a distinct and cohesive identity.

With Cairn, Parallel Minds expands its scope through international collaborations, reinforcing the album’s thematic focus on shared human experiences.

French cosmic death-metallers Breeding Chaos released digital exclusive new single “Legion Of The Dead”

Following the renewed international push around their debut album ‘Distant Planets‘, French modern death metal band BREEDING CHAOS are bringing one of their most overlooked tracks back into the spotlight.

Released as a stand-alone single in Spring 2025, “Legion of the Dead” largely flew under the radar.

It deserved better.

While ‘Distant Planets’ established the band’s identity through massive riffs, controlled dynamics and a sonic concept rooted in astrophysics and interstellar phenomena, “Legion of the Dead” pushes that formula beyond the album.

Dense. Groove-heavy. Atmospheric. Purposeful.

No speed saturation. No genre clichés. No unnecessary excess.

Just modern death metal built around weight, memorable structures and impact.

“Legion of the Dead” stayed under the radar the first time around. It shouldn’t stay there.

Breeding Chaos has forged a sound that sits between the melodic discipline of Dark Tranquillity and In Flames, and the rhythmic precision of Textures — with a darker, more atmospheric backbone drawn from the ambition of Blood Incantation. 

Progressive in structure, uncompromising in heaviness.

With a second album in development and the band actively building its live presence across France and Europe, now is the right moment to get ahead of what they’re becoming.

 

LA Symphonic Metal LEVINIA Confronts Creative Silence with New Music Video “The Blank Page”

Levinia returns with “The Blank Page,” the fourth and final single in their ambitious 2026 release cycle, a year defined by evolution, sharpened identity, and a darker cinematic edge. Following the momentum of “Bite,” “Silver Tongues,” and “The Thorn,” this new single arrives as the band’s most emotionally vulnerable and haunting offering yet, paired with a striking music video that visually amplifies its themes of isolation, creative paralysis, and inner conflict.

Produced by Brandon Friesen, whose credits include Halestorm, Nickelback, The Hu, Papa Roach, “The Blank Page” represents one of the most dramatic transformations in Levinia’s catalog. While vocalist Kourt Henson had already crafted the lyrical and melodic core, Friesen helped expand the track into a sweeping, cinematic experience, heightening its tension, atmosphere, and emotional payoff. The result is a single that begins in fragile stillness before erupting into one of the band’s most crushing choruses to date.

With all four singles released, Levinia closes their 2026 cycle with a powerful statement: the band is entering its most confident and defined era yet. And with new material already in development, “The Blank Page” is not an ending; it’s the beginning of what comes next.

The video for “The Blank Page” mirrors the song’s emotional weight through stark, unsettling imagery. A lone house sits in a desolate landscape, symbolizing mental confinement and the suffocating silence of creative paralysis. A burnt, ruined page becomes the central metaphor, representing ideas destroyed before they ever had the chance to exist. The visuals echo the song’s haunting atmosphere, creating a unified emotional experience between audio and imagery.

“The Blank Page may be the biggest shock. It opens in a slower, more vulnerable, and almost haunting space, which is not what some listeners may expect at first, but once the chorus hits, it erupts into something crushing. We think that contrast will make it one of the more memorable tracks emotionally,” adds vocalist Kourt Henson.

Recommended for fans of Within Temptation, Amaranthe, Nightwish, Lacuna Coil, and Delain, listen to “Blank Page” at the following links:

Music Videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dnWntWSKHR0

Spotify https://hypeddit.com/levinia/theblankpage

Levinia blends symphonic atmosphere, modern metal aggression, and cinematic storytelling into a sound influenced by Epica, Lacuna Coil, Sabaton, Disturbed, and Evanescence. Formed from the ashes of Los Angeles power‑metal band Aerius, the group has spent nearly a decade refining its identity into something bold, emotional, and unmistakably its own.

Across their 2026 singles, Levinia showcases a wide emotional and stylistic range. “The Blank Page” is a haunting exploration of writer’s block, pressure, and emotional paralysis. “Bite” is a Dracula‑inspired anthem of resilience and transformation. “Silver Tongues” is a groove‑driven warning against idol worship and blind influence. “The Thorn” is a sharp, modern metal strike at internal conflict. Each single reveals a different facet of the band’s identity, pushing their sound into heavier, more deliberate territory while preserving the cinematic drama fans have come to expect.

Levinia’s writing process has evolved into a deeply collaborative effort. Guitarist Alon Mei‑Tal and vocalist Kourt Henson typically build the foundation, instrumentals, melodies, and lyrical direction before drummer Dylan Suierveld and bassist Liam Alexander shape the rhythmic and dynamic backbone. This approach has led to a more cohesive, vocal‑driven sound that balances aggression with emotional depth.

Working with Brandon Friesen has marked a turning point for the band. His guidance helped refine the strongest tracks from an initial pool of developing ideas, shaping them into a four‑part release that feels intentional, cinematic, and emotionally charged. Each single serves a distinct purpose, forming a cohesive narrative of Levinia’s ongoing evolution.

Previous Singles:

Bite – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55Uw9l0cmAA

Silver Tongues – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vqhk6j6wzKs

The Thorn – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30EmGiQL7ug

Levinia:
Vocals – Kourt Henson
Guitar – Alon Mei-Tal
Bass – Liam Alexander
Drums- Dylan Suierveld

More info:

https://www.leviniaofficial.com/

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