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Finnish old school death metal band Messiah Paratroops released the second single and music video ‘Out of Reality’ from the forthcoming debut album

Finnish old school death metal band Messiah Paratroops, founded in 1989, is finally set to release their debut album ‘Legions of Tomorrow’ on April 4th 2025 via Inverse Records.

The second single ‘Out of Reality’ was unleashed on March 6th with music video which is available here: https://youtu.be/L69lNB5tBp4

Out of reality is a raging death metal that combines extreme speed with lyrics about extraterrestrial worlds. This death sentence takes the listener deep into the unknown reaches of space.

LISTEN to Out of Reality on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/messiah-paratroops-out

PRE-ORDER limited CD edition from HERE.

The first single ‘Painful Sleep’ available here: https://push.fm/fl/messiah-paratroops-painful

BIOGRAPHY:
The first shots of Messiah Paratroops were fired in 1989. Aku and Niku joined the already existing band Necrophiliac. However, we found out that there was a band with the same name in Brazil, so a name change was necessary. The official launch of Messiah Paratroops was carried out by Aku Oksala (vocals), Niku Oksala (bass), Pekka Laasanen
(drums), Janne Roima (guitar), and Mikko Vainikainen (guitar). At the time, our music was mostly thrash metal. In 1990, Mikko was replaced by Sami Jämsen on guitar, and in the same year, the first official demo Extreme Pain was released.Before this, we had recorded Rheumatoid (1989), Children of the Corn (1990), and the song Other Side in Studio Sound.

Our first official gig was at Nuorisokeskus 44 in Kuopio in 1990, and after that, more gigs started coming in. One particularly memorable gig was in Sulkava, where we played with Nuxvomica, Astenia, and Alennusmyynti. The gig was unforgettable in many ways, even so that one of our guitarists wasn’t allowed to play because of intoxication. Nevertheless, we managed to finish the show successfully.

The Extreme Pain demo sold well. With more experience gained from gigs and  rehearsing in the trenches, we recorded the Lost Soul Domain demo in 1991. It sold out quickly and was well received worldwide. This led to the release of The Past EP through Seraphic Decay Records. Some copies of this rare release can still be found in various parts of the world.

Soon after, Pekka Laasanen left the band after a gig at Desperado Bar, and was replaced by Ilari Jäntti (Barathrum) on drums. In 1992, with this new lineup, we recorded The Other Gods demo. We also performed at Neulamäki Rock and the recycling center alongside Impaled Nazarene, Barathrum, and Mystification. After a few years of performing and creating new material, we recorded the Jesus Christ Cyberseed demo in 1994. This demo deviated slightly from our traditional death metal style, with lyrics focusing more on technology and sci-fi themes. After this, our war machines
went silent for nearly two decades…

In 2014, it was time to bring out the war arsenal again and start re-recording our old songs with the following lineup:
• Sami Jämsen (guitar)
• Janne Roima (guitar)
• Tuomo Latvala (drums)
• Niku Oksala (bass)
• Aku Oksala (vocals)

We recorded The Breeding, Cyberseed, Lost Soul Domain, and To Be Left High and Dry, but these re-recorded versions were never released. This lineup performed two gigs: the first at Old Farts Rock in Henry’s Pub, Kuopio (2014) and the second at Finnish Death Metal Maniacs Festival in Pori (2017).

War takes its toll, and in 2017, the lineup changed once again. Sami, Janne, and Tuomo left the group, and we brought in:
• Ville Vesterinen (guitar)
• Antti Sinikangas (guitar)
• Peachy (drums)

With Ville’s creative input, three new songs were written:
• Evil Lives Among Us
• Madness Incarnate
• Murders of the Lake

Demo versions of these songs were recorded. This lineup managed to play a few gigs before more changes occurred. Ville left the group, and Jani Vartiainen took over on guitar. More new songs started emerging with the debut album in mind. We even managed to get to the studio to record, but the momentum began to fade…

Once again, it was time to open the tent flap and bring in new soldiers.
• Pete Airaksinen joined on guitar.
• Vilho Kananen joined on drums.
• Jari Bäck took over as the main bassist alongside Niku Oksala.

With this lineup, new songs were written, and after years of effort, the recording of our debut album was finally completed at the end of 2023.

Our debut album “Legions of Tomorrow” will be released in April 2025.

Messiah Paratroops – Legions of Tomorrow (Album 2025)

Track list:

1. Out of Reality
2. Rats in the Walls
3. Messiah Paratroops
4. Morbid Prayer
5. Repulsion
6. Bloodlust
7. Legions of Tomorrow
8. Murders of the Lake
9. Painful Sleep

-Mixed and mastered by Jari “Tupi” Tuomainen
-Cover art by Niko Anttila

Messiah Paratroops – Out of Reality (Single 2025)

Track list:
1. Painful Sleep

Music by Jani Vartiainen
Lyrics by Niku Oksala

ISRC: FI3FC2550901

Single cover by Jani Vartiainen

Line-up:

Vocals – Aku Oksala
Guitars – Pete Airaksinen
Guitars – Jani Vartiainen
Drums – Vilho Kananen
Bass – Jari Bäck

Links:
https://www.messiah-paratroops.com
https://www.facebook.com/messiahparatroops
https://www.instagram.com/messiahparatroopsofficial
https://messiahparatroops.bandcamp.com

Canadian Speed/Heavy Metal Force BREAKER Unleashes Lyric Video for “Breaker”

Canada’s own speed/heavy metal powerhouse BREAKER is set to shake the foundations with the release of their lyric video for “Breaker,” the title track from their upcoming self-titled EP. Set for release on April 4, 2025, via the label Wormholedeath, the Breaker EP promises a relentless onslaught of screaming melodies, thunderous rhythms, and vocals that rip through the stratosphere.

Prepare to be consumed by BREAKER’s furious melodies, high-velocity riffs, and commanding vocal power. The band takes inspiration from classic speed metal while infusing their music with a fresh, untamed energy that sets them apart. This is more than music—it’s a call to arms for lovers of loud, fast, and uncompromising heavy metal.

Formed in 2023 by vocalist Terje Fiskvatn, guitarist Caleb Beal (Villain, Midnight Malice), and drummer Rider Johnson (former Razor), BREAKER quickly crafted their signature sound, blending high-octane metal with fierce energy. The band’s debut EP, Breaker, features tracks like Liberty and Babylon, written by Fiskvatn and expanded with the powerful contributions of Beal and Johnson.

Connect with BREAKER
www.instagram.com/breakerbandofficial
www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565187293442
www.youtube.com/@BreakerBandOfficial
breakerbandofficial.com
breakerbandofficial.bandcamp.com/album/breaker

Progressive Metal Prodigy BlackLight Drops Lyric Video for “Ghost”

Progressive metal phenomenon BlackLight is set to captivate listeners with the release of their stunning lyric video for “Ghost,” the latest track from their critically acclaimed album, Future Belongs To, out on 21 March 2025,  via Wormholedeath.

With “Ghost”, Blacklight conjures a visceral dialogue between regret and rebirth, leaving listeners haunted by the question: Can we ever outrun the ghosts we’ve become?

Pre-save the album “Future Belongs To”: https://orcd.co/futurebelongsto

Future Belongs To continues to showcase BlackLight’s signature sound—an atmospheric and multifaceted mix influenced by progressive metal icons such as Opeth, Rush, Tool, and Riverside. With each track, the band carves out a space for themselves in the progressive metal scene, blending technical mastery with emotive, deeply resonant themes.

Originating from Poland, BlackLight is led by the virtuosic Maciej Majewski (vocals, guitar, keyboards) and joined by Robert Kurzyński (guitar, solo guitar), Tomasz Szydło (bass), and Stanisław Skowroński (drums). Drawing from the atmospheric richness of Dead Can Dance and the progressive complexity of their influences, BlackLight creates a sound that is uniquely their own.

Connect with BlackLight:
www.facebook.com/BlackLight.Polska
www.instagram.com/blacklight.poland

Re-Armed’s melodeath take on Haddaway’s “What Is Love”

The Finnish melodic death metal outfit Re-Armed has sunk its teeth into the iconic EDM hit “What Is Love”, delivering a heavier, hard-hitting version of the classic. The result? A track that drags you straight from the dancefloor into the mosh pit—catchy, yet thunderously crushing.

Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, YouTube, Deezer, Tidal jne.): https://push.fm/fl/rearmed-whatislove

The band shares the story behind the cover:

“This time, we decided to throw a punch with a silk glove on—and spill the drinks all over right after. Initially, we jammed this track at our rehearsal space just for fun, and to our surprise, it actually worked! After the laughter died down, we knew we had to record it—and here we are. The song’s post choruses are once again elevated by a guest appearance from vocalist Mirva Saviniemi. Whether you love it or hate it, we welcome all reactions with open arms!”

Re-Armed’s version injects Haddaway’s classic with a fresh dose of raw power, guaranteed to strike a chord with both nostalgics and metalheads alike.

 

https://linktr.ee/re_armed_band

Strong modern metal newcomer Hollowborn releases their 66 Sins album on April 4th – Mind Chaos single introduces the band’s dark world

Modern progressive metal band Hollowborn has been meticulously preparing their debut album 66 Sins, which will be released on April 4th, and now it’s time to reveal the last taste of that album before the full-length release. The single Mind Chaos is accompanied by a spectacular video made by Julius Nikander, which you can watch here. Julius is also responsible for the cover art for the newly released song.

“The video reflects the chaotic energy of the song, which immerses the viewer in an intense and surreal world. The haunting symbolism is present in the struggle between sanity and madness and the constant pursuit of a lost paradise,” the band formulates.

The final world of both the Mind Chaos single and the entire upcoming album was masterfully put together by mixer-master Rami Nykänen, who has risen to become one of the most sought-after sound wizards in Finland.

“If you are brave enough to dive into this chaotic journey, remember to fasten your seatbelts – this song is guaranteed to give you goosebumps,” the band says.

Painting their songs like short films or short stories, Hollowborn is one of the most interesting newcomers of the spring, and the band itself has not wanted to limit its expression either – as long as it serves the whole and Hollowborn’s own thematics.

“Each song takes the listener on a multi-level journey, where there is the joy of music, power, hate and love. Hopefully every listen brings out something new and interesting.”

The band will next be seen live at Bar Finnegans in Tuusula on March 15th. The upcoming official album release gig for the album 66 Sins will be at Bar Loose in Helsinki on April 9th. Tickets for the event will go on sale soon.

Hollowborn is:
Vocals: Julius Nikander
Guitar: Anton Louko
Guitar: Ronnie Roos
Bass: Bryan Ugartechea
Drums: Jani Aalto

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The Blanko ends a five-year release break with their single Shine – Sunrise Avenue drummer Sami Osala joins the lineup, the band returns to gigs on 2.5

The Blanko, who blew up the Finnish rock scene in 2011 with their debut album Flying Colours, are ending their half-decade-long hiatus. The single Shine, released on March 5th and finalized in collaboration with producer Jukka Backlund, presents The Blanko’s enormous energy in a new light and with the spices of 2025 – without forgetting the original sound of the band’s power trio.

At the same time, The Blanko will be presenting itself in a new line-up, which includes drummer Sami Osala, who gained international fame in Sunrise Avenue. Alongside vocalist-guitarist Pauli Hauta-aho, bassist Jykke Tikka continues to play in the front row.

“I’ve been following the band’s activities since the beginning and have noticed that they’ve been downright beastly live. I was already thinking back then that I’d like to be involved in that kind of activity again someday. I had played with Pauli before and noticed that he is a really great player and that this kind of energy is what I want from a band. I never would have thought that suddenly I would be witnessing that whirlwind live behind the drums. I’m really excited about this!”, Osala enthuses.

“The trio is a king of bands, where each member has a significant role. Sami has taken over the drummer’s position better than expected and faster than I dared to hope. It feels great to bring out the band’s new energy with a new song!”, Pauli enthuses.

The trio’s first song together, Shine, is closely tied to this time, reminding us of the power of love in the turmoil of the times.

“From the north, it echoes until it echoes. The world is in transition and new winds are blowing hard, and they won’t let up until we react to them. However, one thing remains and remains, and that is love. It is the brilliance and glow that lives in all of us. It’s a torch that burns through storms and turmoil, and it never dies,” Pauli states and continues:

“Shine is a return to the roots, a return home and a return to the authenticity of who we have always been. The process of creating the song was like a dark night of the soul, where things were faced eye to eye, until finally the love for the riff swept over the useless crumbs. The end result is a power song, where the sacred connection of the feminine and the masculine is rockingly balanced. This world needs that kind of energy.”

The Blanko will also return to live gigs, the first of which will be held in Helsinki at On The Rocks on May 2nd. Tickets for the event are now on sale.

The Blanko is:
Pauli Hauta-aho – Vocals, guitar
Jykke Tikka – Bass
Sami Osala – Drums

www.theblanko.com

Thrash-Death Metal Band Atrox Trauma Drops Official Music Video for “Problem, Reaction, Solution”

Hungarian thrash-death metal force Atrox Trauma has unleashed the official music video for “Problem, Reaction, Solution,” the latest single from their highly anticipated second album Where Death Hunts, set to drop on April 18, 2025, via WormHoleDeath Records.

“We had the opportunity to perform at a venue where there may have never been a metal concert before,” the band shares. “Since we were already planning to shoot a live performance video for one of our new songs, this was the perfect setting. Problem, Reaction, Solution is our fourth music video from the upcoming album, and we captured it during a high-energy show at the I. Stonewall Tattoo Convention in Hódmezővásárhely. The result is a raw and electrifying visual that embodies the essence of our music.”

The video was directed and edited by András Székely, bringing the intensity of Atrox Trauma’s live presence to the screen with unrelenting ferocity.

Watch “Problem, Reaction, Solution” now!

Atrox Trauma was founded in 2008 in Hungary. Their goal, according to the music genre, was clear from the beginning: thrash metal with death metal influences. The band recorded 2 EPs during its earlier years besides performing on live gigs. The band’s strength increased in 2019, and they have been spinning at an unstoppable speed since then. It gave a series of concerts in its motherland and countries in the neighborhood. The band creates a huge listener experience with its tight, intense, fast, and face-tearing music.
In 2022 they released their first LP called ‘On The Line Of Nothing And Something’ by the Italian label WormHoleDeath.The listener can experience everything from intense immersion to melodic thrash metal. Four music videos provide visual support for the fan-approachable experience.
By the end of 2024, they took the stage in many countries, performing in tours and festivals, and recorded their second LP ”Where Death Hunts”.

Line up:
Imre Török – Vocal, guitar
András Székely – Lead guitar
Gyula Tábori – Bass guitar
Gergely Győri – Drums

Dive deeper into the ATROX TRAUMA universe and connect with them through the following links:

linktr.ee/atroxtrauma
www.facebook.com/atroxtraumaband
www.instagram.com/atroxtrauma
www.youtube.com/channel/UCrKcJkba3rZAPjVPfw__RhA
soundcloud.com/atrox-trauma
atroxtrauma.bandcamp.com/releases
www.tiktok.com/@atroxtrauma

ARMSTRONG METALFEST Unveils 2025 Lineup w/ BORN OF OSIRIS, HAVOK, GLYPH, RIOT CITY, THE BROWNING, VIRVUM and more

Celebrating 15 Years of mountain moshing in British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley, Armstrong MetalFest unveils its conquering 2025 lineup with BORN OF OSIRIS, HAVOK, GLYPH, RIOT CITY, THE BROWNING, VIRVUM and lots more from across Canada and beyond.

Hosted on July 11th and 12th in Armstrong, BC at the Hassen Arena, this year’s two days of moshing, headbanging, and camping is a very special one as festival council members comment:

“The band council worked hard on this year’s lineup. I am so excited to have the Browning back. They were amazing on stage. I have been wanting to see Born of Osiris play live for years. I love them, and now I get to see them in my own little town.” – Heather Valstar, Vice President of West Metal Entertainment Society

“I’m really excited about the diversity of this year’s line-up. The selection team has really put in the work. There’s sure to be something for everyone: a great mix of trusted favorites and new additions to your playlist for the rest of the year!” – Kate Kutzner, President of West Metal Entertainment Society

“This year’s festival is a work of art! I can’t believe we are on the 15th year already. Time flies when you’re setting up a festival full of crushing riffs, soaring vocals and down right nasty beats. Life rules, bring on the summer!” – Festival Co-Founder / General Manager – Jessie Valstar.

AMF Weekend Passes are available at https://armstrongmetalfest.ca/tickets​

All tickets provide general admission and grant access to the festival grounds, camping area, and arena from 9:00 AM on Friday, July 11, 2025, until 10:00 AM on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Free camping is included.

​(Tickets will be mailed starting after March 1st if you have chosen the “Ticket Mailed” option.)

Headlining opening night, Friday, July 11th, Denver thrashers HAVOK are no strangers to the mosh pits, these veterans have unleashed five studio albums – Burn (2009), Time Is Up (2011), Unnatural Selection (2013), Conformicide (2017), V (2020) – and recently surprised fans this past November with the EP “New Eyes”. Music Video – Death Is An Illusion – https://youtu.be/hkUgz-DeFAo​

Also supporting the Friday night stage, the Pacific Northwest’s Glyph (ft. members from Gatekeeper, Greyhawk, Hjelvik), which is not just a heavy metal band, they are a crew of intergalactic mercenaries escaping a dying planet in their spaceship, the VSS Dragonlord. Clearly, Glyph isn’t just writing songs, they’re building worlds and they bring it forth in their latest album “Honor, Power, Glory” released in March 2024. Lyric Video – March of the Northern Clan (feat. Nathan Harrison) – https://youtu.be/htSyUb25wD4​

Another highlight for Friday is the screaming heavy metal from Calgary’s speed demons Riot City, who bring forth their steel, spikes and leather! A youthful band that represent the new face of Canadian metal. An amalgam of ripping and hot heavy metal, created in pure and youthful madness, they’re bullet belts feature two full lengths “Electric Elite” (2022), “Burn The Night” (2019) and their latest live album “Live in Newcastle” (2023). Album Stream – Electric Elite – https://youtu.be/j3hA1nrG7M0​

Saturday, July 12th will be headlined by international tour de force, progressive deathcore titans, Chicago’s BORN OF OSIRIS. The group is signed to Sumerian Records and has released seven full lengths and two EPs. Their album, A Higher Place, reached number 73 on the Billboard 200. Their second full-length album, The Discovery, debuted at 87 on the Billboard 200. The band unveiled their latest single “In Desolation” this past August. Visualizer – In Desolation – https://youtu.be/9OyMRRAq9fI​

Also featured on Saturday is AMF alumni Kansas City’s THE BROWNING who will be unleashing their unique eclectic blend of electronicore and deathcore. This past November, they released their sixth album “OMNI” that features 10 powerful tracks, including collaborations with Nik Nocturnal and the eponymous song with THE DEFECT. Music Video – OMNI (feat. THE DEFECT) – https://youtu.be/VhyuduP3MdY​

Performing for the first time at AMF and adding to the nostalgia of Saturday night, VIRVUM, progressive / technical death metal all the way from Zürich, Switzerland that many in Canada have been waiting a long time to witness. There’s no better place to see them along with the backdrop of the Canadian Rockies than at AMF 2025. The Cypher Supreme – https://youtu.be/9W9Kp38I9yY​

Other to be treasured highlights of this year’s fest not to miss is Montreal, QC up and coming thrashers DROWNING IN BLOOD, who are notorious pit mongrels and have made quite a name for themselves in Eastern Canada. Vancouver’s GRAVEMASS, they might be a new band, but they feature some serious experienced metalheads from Zimmers Hole, West of Hell, The Golers, Punch Drunk, 3 Inches of Blood and Revocation. Switzerland’s technical death/black metal Stortregn, they deliver a mix of charging riffs, blast beats and brutality that leaves the listener begging for more. The Defect is an electronic rock/metal project created by husband and wife duo – Jonny McBee (The Browning) and Moon McBee. Their debut album “Death X Destiny” was recently released on Feb 7th, 2025 under record label FiXT. From the Salish lands of Spokane, WA, Hísemtuks Hími•n introduce their Indigenous melodic black metal of hard hitting riffs, fast paced drumming and a lot of melody. This project has strong roots in the Spokane Tribe/Nez Perce. Most songs are about Native American mythology, history, and folklore.

AMF 2025 Lineup:​
Havok (Denver, CO)
Born of Osiris (Chicago, IL)
Glyph (Seattle, WA)
Riot City (Calgary, AB)
The Browning (Kansas City, KS)
Virvum (Zürich, Switzerland)
Atavistia (Vancouver, BC)
Drowning In Blood (Montreal, QC)
Convictions (Fremont, OH)
Scalding (Vancouver, BC)
Syryn (Calgary, AB)
Stortregn (Geneva, Switzerland)
The Defect (Kansas City, KS)
Gravemass (Vancouver, BC)
Lover (Calgary, AB)
Yegg (Vancouver Island, BC)
Hísemtuks Hími•n (Spokane, WA)
The Spruce Moose (Edmonton, AB)
Volt (Fort McMurray, AB)
Jisei (Vancouver, BC)
Nomad (Okanagan Valley, BC)
Planetkiller (Kelowna, BC)
Shackled To The Throne (Edmonton, AB)
The Cadavor Dog (High River, AB)
Famous Strangers (Edmonton, AB)
Valley of Despair (Edmonton, AB)
Naitaka (Kelowna, BC)
FloodGate (Kelowna, BC)

In addition to the performing bands, Armstrong Metal Fest will be bringing back the following on-site activities: Yeti Games, Metal Madness Market, and Thrash Wrestling.

Please Note: Camping – RV / Non-Hookup RV / Vehicle Passes: Make sure to reserve your vehicle spot to get the best location on the grounds. A fee is required for a weekend pass per vehicle in addition to your day or weekend pass. RV hookups include water and power. If you choose to park your vehicle outside the camping area in the main parking lot, then a vehicle pass is not required.

For more info:​
​Armstrongmetalfest.ca
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About: Since 2009 (minus pause years 2020 and 2021 due to the Covid pandemic), West Metal Entertainment and Armstrong Metalfest have not only fostered the talent of hundreds of local bands, but have imported well-known, international acts to the quiet, little Canadian town of Armstrong, British Columbia.

Each year hundreds of metal music fans from Canada and the USA descend into the picturesque Okanagan Valley and under the blistering sun, they spend three days camping, taking in a tonne of heavy metal fun over two days, spectating wrestling events, participating in scavenger hunts, and catching up with their extended metal family.

The festival has seen such renowned headliners as Kataklysm, Cattle Decapitation, Archspire, Nekrogoblikon, Origin, Rivers of Nihil, Warbinger, Fallujah, Striker, and Beyond Creation as well as emerging artists from across North America. At the end of the revelry, the festival disappears without a trace, leaving the landscape as pristine as it has always been.

West Metal Entertainment is a non-profit society that not only puts on the Armstrong Metal Festival every year in Armstrong, B.C. but also gives bands opportunities to play at different venues throughout the region including all-ages shows, to encourage musical passion in kids as well as adults.

Partners:​
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Absolute Underground Mag
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This Day In Metal
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California Prog LUNAR Reflects On Painful Memories In “A Summer To Forget” Lyric Video Off New Album “Tempora Mutantur”

Following the recent release of their emotionally charged concept album “Tempora Mutantur” this past January, Sacramento, USA’s progressive metal collective Lunar unveils their lyric video for “A Summer To Forget”. The final visual installment in the album’s narrative arc promises to be a poignant exploration of memory, loss, and the transformative power of musical storytelling, continuing the band’s unique approach to progressive metal as a form of emotional expression. They comment on the track:

“The album starts off with a song that sounds a bit upbeat musically (heavy with the horns) despite a fairly dark lyrical theme: dealing with memories, how we sometimes forget what we wish we wouldn’t and cling on to what we wish we could forget.”

The track represents a powerful entry point into the album’s complex exploration of temporal experiences and personal transformation. “A Summer To Forget” embodies the band’s commitment to creating music that transcends traditional genre limitations, offering listeners a nuanced journey through personal pain and potential healing.

Continued and driven by drummer and primary songwriter Alex Bosson (Helion Prime, Planeswalker) after the passing of co-band founder Ryan Erwin in 2018, “Tempora Mutantur” is the result of a deeply personal and introspective creative process. The video continues the band’s tradition of transforming personal struggles into universal musical experiences, inviting listeners to find their own emotional resonance within the intricate layers of sound and metaphorical storytelling. Fans of Tool, Porcupine Tree and Ayreon should be among the first to check out this track.

Watch and listen to the lyric video for “A Summer To Forget” via its premiere on Prog-Sphere HERE.

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Lunar‘s fresh lineup features guitarists Carlos Alvarez and Connor McCray (Vis Mystica) along with keyboardist Anthony Stahl plus album guests Wayne Ingram (Wildrun), Joe Gullace (Thank You Scientist), and Sam Vallen (Caligula’s Horse).

A studio project since first conceived in 2014, LUNAR will make its live debut next year at the 2025 Hyperspace Metal Festival in Vancouver, BC, Canada on April 11th. Info here.

LUNAR‘s “Tempora Mutantur” was released on January 31, 2025 and is available from Saibot Reigns Records.

Album order – http://lunarbandofficial.bandcamp.com/​

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3ESMviX​

Previous Videos:

“Watch The Weather Change” – https://youtu.be/WKdnZD_DJsE​

“Weakening Winter Touch” – https://youtu.be/0in2WNVshGM​

“Spring In My Step – https://youtu.be/mtOhnwOpK_0​

“Fall Back Into Old Habits” – https://youtu.be/J4jTMq-XaTY​

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(Album Artwork by Ed Bosson)

Track Listing:​
1. A Summer To Forget – 6:37
2. Fall Back Into Old Habits – 11:16 ft. guest guitar solo by Wayne Ingram (Wilderun)
3. Seasonal Interlude – 4:47
4. Weakening Winter Touch – 8:46
5. Spring In My Step – 7:26
6. Tempora Mutantur: Part I – Passage of Time – 3:12 ft. guest guitar solo by Sam Vallen (Caligula’s Horse)
7. Tempora Mutantur: Part II – Broken Pendulum – 3:47
8. Tempora Mutantur: Part III – Watch The Weather Change – 4:51
Album Length: 50:45

Album Credits:​
Performance and Writing credits – full info HERE.
Produced by: Alex Bosson
Mixed by: Carlos Alvarez
Mastered by: Tony Lindgren

Album Main Lineup:​
Chandler Mogel – Clean Vocals
Brian Lewis – Growl Vocals
Carlos Alvarez – Rhythm Guitar
Connor McCray – Lead Guitar
Ryan Price – Bass
Alex Bosson – Drums
Anthony Stahl – Keyboards

Live Lineup:​
Chandler Mogel – Clean Vocals
Brian Lewis – Growl Vocals
Jordan Price – Guitars
Ryan Price – Bass
Alex Bosson – Drums

For more info: Facebook.com/lunarbandofficial | Instagram.com/lunarbandofficial | X.com/LunarBandOffcl

Horror Death Metal Lorekeepers MISANTHROPIA Unveil “Malediction And Laughter” Lyric Video

Dutch blackened death metal architects Misanthropia have released a harrowing new lyric video for their track “Malediction And Laughter.” The track is taken from their critically acclaimed album Envy The Dead, which is out now via Wormholedeath.

Drenched in blood-soaked imagery and sinister storytelling, “Malediction And Laughter” delivers an intense narrative of violence and psychological horror. With its relentless seventeen strikes motif and cinematic execution, the track immerses listeners in a raw, visceral experience. Inspired by the infamous Lizzie Borden case—one of the most notorious unsolved murders in American history—the song fuses historical reality with extreme metal’s macabre imagination, making it a haunting and unforgettable listen.

For those unfamiliar with the legend, Lizzie Borden was accused of hacking her father and stepmother to death with an axe in 1892, yet was controversially acquitted in a sensational trial. The eerie nursery rhyme, “Lizzie Borden took an axe…” still echoes through pop culture today, feeding the fascination with the case’s unsolved mystery.

Envy The Dead – A Descent into Historical Madness

A dark odyssey into historical horrors, Envy The Dead is a concept album dripping with themes of necromancy, murder, and madness, drawing inspiration from infamous figures like Jack the Ripper. Stripping away their previous symphonic influences, Misanthropia forge a path through progressive Death/Thrash aggression, with sonic nods to Dimmu Borgir, Cradle of Filth, Necrophobic, Mayhem, and Death.

The legendary Mike Wead engineered, mixed, and mastered the album (Mercyful Fate, King Diamond), ensuring its crushing impact and eerie atmosphere remain unmatched.

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MISANTHROPIA is no stranger to sonic devastation. For over 20 years, they’ve carved a path through the metal scene with their unique blend of Blackened fury and Death Metal aggression. Their longstanding partnership with legendary producer/engineer MIKE WEAD (Mercyful Fate, King Diamond) continues on ‘ENVY THE DEAD’, ensuring a potent and punishing listening experience.

Line up:
Bram Koller-Rythm Guitars and Vocals
Dennis Schoenmaker-Rythm And Lead Guitars
Pepijn Heilbron-Bass
Hugo de Waal-Drums

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