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From Sheep To Wolves Drop new Lyric Video “Hollow”

Modern metal outfit From Sheep To Wolves have released the lyric video for “Hollow”. The track is taken from the band’s upcoming album Ephemeris, due for release on 27 February 2026 via Wormholedeath.

“Hollow” delivers an uncompromising takedown of contemporary conformity, tearing apart the illusion of comfort that masks what the band sees as modern-day enslavement. With unrelenting honesty, From Sheep To Wolves dissect the price of acceptance: dreams abandoned, questions silenced, and lives reduced to clockwork routine. Safe on the surface. Empty underneath.

Musically, the track balances weight and restraint. Heavy riffs lock in with tight rhythms, while subtle electronic layers add tension rather than release. It’s direct, focused, and honest.

“Hollow” follows previous singles “Submission” and “Rejection,” building momentum toward Ephemeris, an album that promises to challenge listeners as much as it captivates them.

Ephemeris marks the band’s most ambitious work to date, blending technical precision with raw, emotive storytelling.

Fans can pre-save the album now at orcd.co/ephemeris

From Sheep To Wolves is an alternative Metal/ Rock band. Formed by Carlo Cranmer & John Castiel in 2015. The project was driven by production; however, the live performance was inevitable after the great response from listeners, fans, friends, and family. From heavy breakdowns to electronic beats, they are versatile, yet always have a strong message with heart and soul. You never know what to expect.

Line up:
Carlo Cranmer: Vocals & Guitars
Julio Quintero: Drums
Carl Cassar: Bass

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Finnish melodic death/black metal band Se, Josta Ei Puhuta to release fourth studio album – first single and music video out now

The Finnish melodic death/black metal band Se, Josta Ei Puhuta are set to release their fourth studio album, Syvyyden portit on saatava auki, on 29 May 2026 via Inverse Records. The first single ‘Kuolemaa ei ole’, accompanied by a music video, is out now.

 

The band comments:
“Kuolemaa ei ole is a declaration of rebirth and the fracture of consciousness. That which remains unspoken opens a gateway to unseen realms, where the end is not an ending but a transition. The song simmers beneath the surface, shifting in intensity as if an ancient force were awakening within a body long believed to be dead.

Interwoven guitar harmonies guide the listener from one layer to another, creating a tense yet unexpectedly warm atmosphere. Resurrection does not occur through light, but through darkness, where the old self is abandoned and a new form is born.

For this reason, Kuolemaa ei ole is a natural choice as the album’s first release. It is a beginning, but also a reminder of eternity. The song functions as a ritual in which the concept of death is stripped of its meaning. What remains is movement, continuation, and an endless cycle. We have seen the light, we have risen from the dead, this eternity is but a blink of an eye in the vastness of eternities.” 

LISTEN to the single on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/sjep-kuolemaa 

Se, josta ei puhuta is a metal band from Iisalmi. The band was founded in 2007.

That same year, the band recorded a four-track demo titled Se, josta ei puhuta and signed a recording contract with the Sound of Finland label in the spring of 2010. The album Ne, joista ei puhuta was released in May 2010.

In the spring of 2011, the band recorded their second studio album, Musta, kylmä, syvä ja samea (Black, cold, deep and murky), which was released by Spinefarm Records in November 2011.

In 2010 and 2011, Se, josta ei puhuta toured actively across Finnish venues. The band began preparations for a third album, which was, however, put on hold during the production phase in late 2012.

In 2022, as a result of the band’s rebirth, the third album Gehenna was completed and released through Inverse Records. The lineup, which had remained unchanged until then, saw its first change when Jimi Myöhänen was chosen as the drummer following the release of the new album.

The band finished recording their fourth album Syvyyden portit on saatava auki-  in the fall of 2025, and the album is scheduled to be released during 2026.

Over the years, the rawness of the band’s early HC punk and death metal has evolved into a more complex, black metal-influenced death metal, while still proudly maintaining the edginess of their early days.

Line-up:

Samu Männikkö – Vocals
Harri Granqvist – Guitar
Heikki Matero – Guitar
Juho-Pekka Lappalainen – Bass
Jimi Myöhänen – Drums

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Basque Black Metal Project ASCHEN Drops The Last Glow

Basque black metal unit Aschen has released a haunting lyric video for their latest track, “The Last Glow.” The song is a standout piece from their upcoming debut album, The Never Ending Search, set to be unleashed on March 13, 2026.

“The Last Glow” paints a world after the sun’s death, where humanity survives by feeding a single flame that slowly consumes everything, until only the self remains. The flame becomes a metaphor for human dissatisfaction: endless, devouring, and only resolved through inner transformation.

Founded in 2022 by Mikel Telletxea (vocals, guitar, programming), Aschen has grown from a solo vision into a powerful creative partnership with the addition of bassist Atauzz (Korkut, Kurkuma, 2Sonte).

The duo recorded the debut at Atala Studios in Spain, ensuring the project’s raw energy was captured with precision. To achieve a massive, professional finish, the album was mastered by Toni Lindgren at the world-renowned Fascination Street Studios in Sweden—the same hands behind the sound of heavyweights like Dimmu Borgir, Katatonia, and Kreator.

The Sound of Aschen
Aschen’s approach to black metal is both aggressive and expansive. By blending traditional frost-bitten roots with doom-laden atmosphere and technical blast beats, the band creates a soundscape that is as melodic as it is punishing. Lyrically, they bridge the gap between English and Basque, exploring themes of psychological fracture and environmental decay that go far beyond standard genre tropes.

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Terravia announces their debut album “A New World” Out March 2nd

With the debut album A New World, Norwegian act Terravia is positioning themselves as a new comet in the prog sky. After several concerts around their hometown of Trondheim throughout the past year – which culminated in a support gig with Conception at their concert in Trondheim in October – the focus has been on completing their debut album. With the album out, the band is now ready to address a larger audience.

Their music has been compared to everything from Dream Theater, Opeth and Transatlantic to more traditional prog like Pink Floyd and Genesis.

The songs are often long and complex, and include everything from quiet, contemplative sections to epic climaxes. Genre-wise, they range quite widely, with inspiration from both 70s prog rock and more modern subgenres within rock and metal.

– We’ve been working on the music on this album for a long time now, says drummer Anders Kristiansen.

– We’re looking forward to finally letting people hear it in its entirety. We’ve played the songs live, but it’s different when you have the studio recordings compiled on an album, and can reach listeners who haven’t had the opportunity to attend any of our concerts yet.

The album’s first single, Arcane Horizons, came out in April last year, and single number two, The Origin, was released at the end of November. Both have been very well received, and have garnered praise from all quarters.

A New World consists of five songs, which are linked together in a loose concept where the main theme can be said to be human hubris and the inability to learn from past mistakes.

Singer Petter Falk elaborates:

– If you look at the big picture, you can interpret the concept as a civilization destroying itself, and the survivors must travel to a new world to start over. But you can also see it from the perspective of an individual who must start over after their own vanity, pride and greed have torn down the life they had.

The album opens with War!, which describes the destruction that war brings, both on a societal and on a personal level. The Origin explores learning from the mistakes of the past, perhaps what led to the strife in the first place, and making better choices in the future. Strive to Endure is about standing together against the destruction humanity is inflicting on the world, and building each other up instead of tearing each other down, while in Arcane Horizons you get a glimpse of what the future could be like if you can’t learn from your previous mistakes and work towards a common goal. The title track, A New World, depicts a journey to a new world where one can start over, in the hope of not falling into the same traps again.

So what are the plans going forward for Terravia? Guitarist Anders Danielsen answers:

– Now we are putting all our efforts into the band. We want to play as much as possible, and are working on getting a record label. We are already well underway with the writing of album number two, so A New World is definitely not the last you will hear from us. This is just the beginning!

The drums were recorded at Stringville Studio in Lillehammer, with Kjell Magne Robak as technician. The rest of the album was recorded by the band themselves in Trondheim. Rohan Sharma contributes keys on Arcane Horizons and A New World. In addition, Tine Sköll Johansen contributes with vocals on Strive to Endure, Jørgen Krøger Mathisen with violin on A New World, and Ingrid Lauten and Jørgen Simarud Stabell with trumpet and trombone, respectively, on War!. 

The album was mixed and mastered by Adam Bentley.

Charles Assaf and Petter Falk are responsible for the cover design.

Terravia is: 

Anders Danielsen: electric guitar, 12-string guitar, backing vocals

Petter Falk: vocals, acoustic guitar

Øystein Helland: electric guitar, backing vocals

Anders Kristiansen: drums, marimba, percussion

Kevin Meli: bass

Øystein Myre: keys, vocals

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Frozen Factory Unleash Visceral New Lyric Video “Apoca-Lip-Sync”

Progressive alt-metal phenomenon Frozen Factory returns with “Apoca-Lip-Sync,” a searing track that exposes the manipulation and chaos of modern society. With razor-sharp lyrics and visceral imagery, the band confronts blind obedience, systemic control, and self-destruction, all while questioning where hope, heart, and strength truly lie.

Frozen Factory shapes a distinct heavy rock sound built on prog-leaning metal and exploring deep themes of conflict, truth, and mystery. Their expansive influences span from the classic rock introspection of Pink Floyd and the metal might of Iron Maiden to the alternative intensity of Alice in Chains and the dark wave textures of Depeche Mode, showcasing a band with strong artistic control.

Formed in late 2018, the band’s direction was quickly cemented by the arrival of British/Finnish vocalist Stephen Baker. Following their debut album Planted Feet and their first live show in 2020, the current lineup—featuring drummer Marianne Heikkinen and lead guitarist Zsolt Szilagyi—solidified their momentum. Their 2022 album, Of Pearls & Perils, garnered notable radio support, including airplay on Germany’s SWR1, setting a high benchmark for their new material.

FROZEN FACTORY Line-Up:
Stephen Baker – Lead Vocals
Tomi Hassinen – Bass
Zsolt Szilagyi – Lead Guitar
Johnny Koivumäki – Rhythm Guitar
Marianne Heikkinen – Drums.

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Thrash Metal From Reunion Island – LOMOR Unleashes New Album “Sabouk Rouge”

Reunion Island’s rising thrash metal force LOMOR proudly announces the official release of their second full‑length album, “Sabouk Rouge,” out now via Rockshots Records. To celebrate the album’s release, LOMOR has unveiled a fierce new music video for the title track. This visual assault channels the record’s themes of historical and modern oppression through the band’s trademark intensity, with its pounding rhythms and razor‑edged lyrics setting the tone for everything “Sabouk Rouge” delivers.

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Following the momentum of their previous single “Tantine Lo Clou,” LOMOR continues to carve their identity as one of the most distinctive metal acts emerging from the Indian Ocean. Their sound, described by guitarist/vocalist Eric Castelnau (aka Babouk) as “creole thrash old‑school stuff,” blends classic 80s thrash aggression with the cultural grit and linguistic identity of Réunion Island.
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​LOMOR began as a deeply personal project for Eric, who formed the band in 2018 after the passing of his cousin and brother, both former bandmates in his earlier project, Black Babouk. The name Lomor itself means “The Deads” in Réunion Creole, a tribute to the people and memories that shaped his musical path.
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Joined by drummer Gurvan Cambrai (aka Typhvs) (also of grind outfit Brvtal trve d’baal) and bassist Micha (member of a local Rage Against the Machine tribute band), the trio has forged a sound rooted in old‑school thrash but sharpened by modern production and raw island energy.

Produced by LOMOR, recorded and mixed by Sébastien Camhi at Art Music Studio in France, and mastered by Kai Stahlenberg at Kohlekeller Studio in Germany, “Sabouk Rouge” broadens the band’s sound while staying true to their raw, old‑school thrash roots. With more Creole lyrics woven in at fans’ request, the album strengthens its cultural identity as it shifts through a wide range of moods.

“The tracks are all different, each bringing its own atmosphere. It’s still trash, but with a variety of flavors,” says Eric.
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That diversity fuels a record that moves from the title track’s sharp satire of Réunion’s slavery legacy to the grotesque obsession of “Meet Your Meat,” the ritualistic mysticism of “Sanctuary,” and the blistering critique of religion in “La Haine.” The tone lightens with the street‑racing humor of “La Pouss’,” then darkens again with “Panzram,” exploring the roots of a killer’s hatred. The album also revisits Eric’s past with a reimagined “Kit Ta Mère” before ending on “Nevroz,” a reversed, tongue‑in‑cheek remake born from a studio joke, a fitting close to an album defined by intensity, identity, and creative edge.

New album “Sabouk Rouge” is now available at the following links:

DIGITAL – https://lnk.to/th31Lt​

CD ORDER – https://rockshots.eu/SaboukRougeCD​

Music Video – Tantine Lo Clou – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fx2FUx0G01c​

Music Video – Panzram – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=388LBe1K7x4​
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Track Listing:​
1. Sabouk Rouge – 5:13
2. Tantine Lo Clou – 3:40
3. Meet Your Meat – 3:16
4. Sanctuary – 5:17
5. A Shiny Day For A Vampire – 5:14
6. La Haine – 5:06
7. La Pouss’ – 3:07
8. Panzram – 4:29
9. The Ugly, The Bad & The Bastard – 3:02
10. Kit’ Ta Mère – 4:24
11. Nevroz (feat. S. Camhi) – 2:34
Album Length: 45:22
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​Lomor Line Up:
– Eric Castelnau (aka Babouk) – Vocals & Guitars
– Gurvan Cambrai (aka Typhvs) – Drums
– Mathieu Michalina (aka Micha) – Bass Guitar

Lomor is a power trio from Reunion Island (France) delivering an explosive blend of old-school thrash, punk, and core metal. Drawing inspiration from Slayer, Testament, and Kreator, the band channels the raw spirit of 80s thrash through modern production and unrelenting stage energy.

Formed in 2018 by Eric Castelnau (vocals, guitars), joined by Gurvan Cambrai (drums) and Mathieu “Micha” Michalina (bass), Lomor quickly became one of the loudest voices in the island’s metal scene. Their first single, “Kanyar L’Enfer” (2021), set the tone for their uncompromising sound, followed by their debut full-length “Perseverance of Sickness” (2022), recorded by Sébastien Camhi (Art Music Studio, France). The album was praised by international outlets like Rock Hard France and Legacy.de for its sharp riffing and fierce authenticity.

In 2023, Lomor hit mainland France for their Kanyar Tour, performing seven shows and sharing stages with Akiavel and Mass Hysteria. They also released the live record “Live on Dock“, capturing the raw, chaotic energy that defines their performances.

Now, with their second studio album “Sabouk Rouge” (out February 2026 via Rockshots Records), Lomor dive deeper into the social and historical themes that shaped their identity — from the brutality of slavery on their island to the universal struggle against human madness and oppression. Recorded again with Sébastien Camhi and mastered by Kai Stahlenberg at Kohlekeller Studio (Germany), the album reaffirms Lomor’s old-school ethos while delivering a powerful, modern punch.

Fueled by adrenaline, rebellion, and Creole pride, Lomor stands as a unique voice in today’s global metal scene — pure thrash from Reunion Island.

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Italian Melodic Death KARMIAN New Video “Libido Et Mors” From Upcoming Album “Horror Vacui” Out March 2026

Rockshots Records announces the release of “Libido et Mors”, the new single by Italian melodic death metal act Karmian, out now on all digital platforms.

“Libido et Mors” is taken from Karmian’s upcoming full-length album “Horror Vacui“, a dark and uncompromising concept record that explores the psychological and existential void behind real acts of murder and moral collapse.

Following the intensity of the previous single “Beastmaster Of The Void”, this new chapter reveals one of the album’s most disturbing and symbolically charged narratives.

Entirely sung in Italian for the first time in the band’s career, “Libido et Mors” delves into the collision between repressed desire and corrupted faith. Inspired by the historical case of Sister Maria Luisa Ridolfi and the scandal of the Sant’Ambrogio della Massima convent in 19th-century Rome, the song exposes a world where religious devotion becomes a tool for manipulation, abuse, and murder. Ecstasy and control, flesh and doctrine, spirituality and obsession merge into a single language of power, revealing how denial and silence can turn faith into a breeding ground for violence.

Commenting on the track, the band states:
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“‘Libido et Mors’ represents a breaking point within “Horror Vacui“. It’s where the spiritual void and the carnal void collide. Writing and performing it in Italian allowed us to strip away any distance and confront this story in the most direct, unsettling way possible.”

Musically, the single highlights Karmian’s ability to balance melodic death metal ferocity with narrative tension. Crushing riffs, oppressive rhythms, and a dramatic vocal delivery reinforce the song’s claustrophobic atmosphere, reflecting the album’s broader vision: melodic death metal as a storytelling tool capable of merging brutality, reflection, and emotional weight.
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Recorded, mixed, and mastered at Audiocore Studio by Luca Cocconi and Simone Sighinolfi, “Horror Vacui” marks Karmian’s darkest and most mature work to date.

Each track on the album is inspired by a real Italian criminal case, not to glorify horror but to expose the emptiness, alienation, and moral disintegration that precede violence.

“Libido et Mors” stands as one of the album’s most unsettling portraits, where sacred imagery is corrupted, and redemption wears the face of the abyss – reinforcing the central message of “Horror Vacui“: the most terrifying horror is not external but born from the void within.

For fans of: The Haunted, Kataklysm, Heaven Shall Burn, At The Gates, early Dark Tranquillity, and early In Flames.

DIGITAL: https://lnk.to/cOzTCF​
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​“Libido Et Mors” (Official Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe4bccF7cx4​

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New album “Horror Vacui” out March 20th, 2026.

PRE ORDER “Horror Vacui” – https://rockshots.eu/products/karmian-horror-vacui-cd​

First Single – Visualizer – “Beastmaster Of The Void”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-NhBZGSShJE​

DIGITAL: https://lnk.to/PMCdGh​

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Track Listing:​
1. One Thousand Shining Bubbles – 06:38
2. Beastmaster of the Void – 03:21
3. Gott Mit Uns Nicht – 04:38
4. The Call of the Abyssal Bell – 06:17
5. Black Magical Soap Opera – 03:54
6. Temple of the Fleshless Goddess – 03:23
7. Libido et Mors – 03:40
8. Beyond the Dream Gate of Fear – 04:16
9. Maker of Angels – 04:43
Album Length: 40:50

Karmian Line-Up:​
Andrea Bertolazzi: Vocals
Andrea Baraldi: Guitars
Michele Perla: Guitars
Luca Marmi: Bass
Nicholas Badiali: Drums

BIOGRAPHY:

Originating from Modena, Italy, Karmian stands as one of the most consistent and distinctive voices in Italian melodic death metal, forging a sound that blends raw aggression, melodic nuance, and strong conceptual depth. Their music draws from the sharp-edged intensity of the Swedish tradition while embodying a uniquely Italian sense of drama, history, and emotional resonance.

The band’s earliest incarnation dates back to 2005, when founders Andrea Baraldi, Mauro Leone, and Nicholas Badiali formed a project under the name When the Storm Broke. Though the group disbanded in 2009 after several lineup changes, the experience laid the foundations for what would later become Karmian. In 2011, the founding members revived the project with the addition of vocalist Andrea Bertolazzi, giving rise to the definitive identity of the band and solidifying their path within melodic death metal.

Karmian debuted in 2012 with the EP “Ways of Death”, a conceptual release exploring psychological decline and the “ways of death” – themes that would become central to the band’s artistic identity. Years of touring across Italy and Europe further strengthened their presence within the extreme metal scene, leading to their first full-length album, “Surgere et Cadere” (2018). Rooted in historical and mythological narratives, the album recounts the struggle of the Celtic Boii tribe against the Roman Empire, showcasing the band’s lyrical ambition and intricate musicianship.

Following extensive touring, including performances with Dying Fetus, Mortuary Drape, and Venom Inc., Karmian released “Live at Slaughter Club” (2022), a testament to their intensity and authenticity on stage. After the pandemic years, the lineup evolved with the arrival of Luca Marmi (bass) and Michele Perla (guitars), marking the beginning of a darker, more elaborate creative phase.

This evolution culminates in their most ambitious work to date: the 2026 full-length “Horror Vacui”, recorded at Audiocore Studio with Luca Cocconi and Simone Sighinolfi. The album explores the psychological and existential void behind real acts of Italian murder and madness, transforming nine true-crime cases into allegorical portraits of emptiness, collapse, and human frailty. Musically, “Horror Vacui” expands the band’s soundscape through intricate dual-guitar writing, powerful rhythmic structures, and Bertolazzi’s blend of guttural intensity and narrative expressiveness.

Across their discography, Karmian have built a reputation for merging conceptual storytelling with extreme metal intensity. Whether navigating historical epics or psychological abysses, their work is defined by a commitment to exploring the deeper forces that drive human behavior – resistance, decline, obsession, and the void within. “Horror Vacui” stands as the culmination of this journey: a mature, uncompromising statement of artistic vision, philosophy, and melodic death metal identity.

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Norway’s Rising Rock Power LILY LÖWE Unveils New Album “Beautiful Disaster”

Norwegian hard‑rock force Lily Löwe has officially released her highly anticipated sophomore album, “Beautiful Disaster” available now worldwide.
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After a year of momentum built through six singles, “Wild,” “Demons,” “Puppet Master,” “Glitter & Gore,” “Haunted House,” and the newly spotlighted “Love Like This”, the full record arrives as a bold, cinematic, and fiercely melodic statement from one of Norway’s fastest‑rising rock acts.
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Rooted in the chaos between strength and vulnerability, “Beautiful Disaster” dives headfirst into the emotional extremes that define Lily Löwe’s sound. The album blends heavy riffs, dark atmospheres, and soaring hooks with raw storytelling inspired by real experiences, transformed into dramatic, larger‑than‑life narratives.
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​“It’s all killer, no filler, every track hits different, and fans are already loving the singles. We wanted to give listeners a real experience, that feeling of power, emotion, and release you get when music truly hits. This album captures the intensity and vulnerability that define who we are as a band,” says Löwe.
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​“Beautiful Disaster” moves fluidly between high‑energy anthems and emotionally charged moments, balancing modern production with the heart of classic hard rock. Themes of desire, power, self‑destruction, and transformation run through the record, from the haunting introspection of “Haunted House” to the glam‑punk swagger of “Glitter & Gore” and the cathartic punch of “Demons.”​
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What began as Lily’s solo project evolved into a full band after her breakout debut at Melodi Grand Prix 2022, where she introduced “Bad Baby” to a national audience. Her debut album LÖWE, produced by Trond Holter, earned critical praise for its punch, attitude, and vocal power.
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For “Beautiful Disaster,” Lily brought together some of Norway’s strongest rock musicians: Adrian Sunde Bjerketvedt (Jorn), Patrik Svendsen (Tonic Breed), Stian Hansen (Suicide Bombers), and Eiliv Sagrusten (Invasion). Together, they’ve forged a sound that’s sharper, more dynamic, and more emotionally resonant than ever. The result is an album that hits with cohesion, power, and a signature identity that’s unmistakably Lily Löwe.
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Recommended for fans of Wig Wam, Halestorm, and The Pretty Reckless, “Beautiful Disaster” is out now on all digital platforms.

Add to your Spotify playlist – https://open.spotify.com/album/0DgTyPnM06OM4ojFVoQMK1​

Music Videos:​
Glitter & Gore – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BbJj1HISHI​
Puppet Master – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Xs3dLGsyk4​
Wild – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_cX8I3PDkao​

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Track Listing:​
1. Demons – 2:49
2. Haunted House – 3:26
3. Puppet Master – 2:43
4. Beg For Your Life – 2:54
5. Beautiful Disaster – 2:54
6. Glitter & Gore – 2:36
7. Our Secret – 3:36
8. Wild – 2:48
9. Love Like This – 3:15
Album Length: 27:06

Lily Löwe is a Norwegian hard‑rock band blending melodic hooks, heavy guitar riffs, and emotional storytelling. After debuting at Melodi Grand Prix 2022 and releasing their acclaimed first album LÖWE, the band has quickly become one of Norway’s most exciting new rock acts. With Beautiful Disaster, Lily Löwe delivers their most dynamic, modern, and emotionally charged work to date — a powerful step forward for a band built on passion, precision, and unapologetic energy.
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​Album Band Lineup:​
Lily Löwe / Lill Sofie Wilsberg: Vocal
Adrian Sunde Bjerketvedt: Guitar
Eiliv Sagrusten: Drums
Patrik Svendsen: Bass
Stian Hansen: Guitar
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​Album Credits:​
Album Cover Photo: Jarle Nyttingnes
Mixed and Mastered: Jonas Holteberg Jensen (The Woods Norway)
Mastered for Vinyl: Steve Kitch
Demons – Producers: Ola Frøyen, Oscar Immanuel Mathisen, Jonas Holteberg Jensen
Co-producer: Adrian Sunde Bjerketvedt
Songwriters: Elsbeth Rehder, Ola Frøyen, Lill Sofie Wilsberg, Oscar Immanuel Mathisen, Adrian Sunde Bjerketvedt

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ROCKLUST Released New Single ‘Wild Crowd’

Available now on all digital platforms and accompanied by a lyric video on YouTube, ‘Wild Crowd’ is the new single from hard rockers ROCKLUST, released via Volcano Records & Promotion.

The track is a blast of electric energy, groove, and stage spirit that captures and conveys the visceral essence of raw, uncompromising rock. With influences ranging from Whitesnake to Extreme and Motörhead, Wild Crowd showcases the band’s wild and untamed soul, unfolding in a crescendo of powerful riffs, tight rhythms, and a gritty, charismatic vocal performance.

It’s an intentionally iconic track — an adrenaline-fueled anthem of passion, rebellion, and a visceral connection with the audience and the live scene. The single is the third preview from the upcoming album Smoking Wheels, due for release in April 2026, and stands as a true manifesto for those who live rock as a lifestyle and identity. The sound is rough, direct, and stripped of any frills: the band plays like they’re on a packed stage, surrounded by a wild crowd — the very image that gives this no-holds-barred track its title.

Also Watch the official video for first single ‘Smoking Wheels’: https://youtu.be/j9clBpoo998

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Metal regiment Barrel releases debut album Triptych

Barrel from Finland delights fans of versatile metal by releasing their debut album Triptych. The band began preparing for the album in December, when their first single Scavenger was released. The second single Sophia’s Repentance was released in January.

The metal regiment has been resolutely marching towards the album’s release, and the three-part epic has been released in its entirety last week for the enjoyment of heavy metal fans. The lead single is the massive song War, which pays tribute to a Ukrainian war hero.

“War is a legend about Vitalii Volodymyrovych Skakun. A tribute to the determination and readiness of one man and an entire nation to do what must be done. To say ‘no’ to the genocide and terror of a nihilistic Nazirota. It is a tribute to when someone is ready to defend the independence and existence of their homeland, no matter what it costs them. Never forget what the price of peace is. Never forget Vitalii. Slava Ukraini! Heroyam slava!”, the band commented.

The story of the Triptych album is brought to life through the comic book world of Juha “Wuorlock” Wuorinen. All singles are accompanied by a comic book telling the story of the song. Vuorinen has also designed the album covers and the band’s promo image.

“Collaborating with Barrel has been both extremely rewarding and challenging. Mainly because the themes of the songs are big, it’s difficult to summarize something essential on one page,” says Juha “Wuorlock” Wuorinen, a long-time tattoo artist, cartoonist and visual artist from Seinäjoki.

“Triptych is Barrel’s unholy trinity. It is a three-part painting of Satan’s metaphysics. A collection of stories about the names and meanings that man has given to primordial phenomena in himself and in the universe. The arc of the drama runs from the birth of Satan through the creation of our world and the fall of man to the end times, war and the rest of the grave. Triptych scoops from the depths and against the current. It challenges meanings and wholes in a time where the wide path leads to contentlessness and detachment,” the band paints.

Triptych track listing:
1. Cryptomnesia
2. Prelude to the Fall of Man
3. Scavenger
4. Sophia’s Repentance
5. Prelude to War
6. Signs for Kings
7. Dogma Denied
8. War
9. Ode to the Fallen

Barrel is celebrated the release of their album in Tampere at the Thrasherie bar.

The conquest of the Finnish peninsula continues this year as follows:

20.03.2026 – RockNeck, Jyväskylä (w/ Wizards Of Hazards, Cardinal Fleet)
27.03.2026 – Varjobaari, Tampere (w/ Steel Systems, Miss Vain)
15.05.2026 – Nirvana, Turku (w/ Pressure Points, Sum of Seven)
16.05.2026 – Bar 15, Seinäjoki (w/ TBA)
29.08.2026 – Toppila Klubi, Oulu (w/ Burning Point, Steel Systems)

Barrel is:
Valtteri – vocals
Vellu – bass, backing vocals, cello
Janne – guitar
Joonas – guitar
Vili – drums

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