Formed in 2020 by experienced musicians from renowned bands such as Pestigore, Born of Thorns, Tukkanuotta and Warmen, Wretched Path was born out of a desire to return to their Death Metal roots. Their debut album received rave reviews from several magazines and websites. Last March, the band released their long-awaited second album, “Sea Of Death”, faster, darker and more intense than ever before. We had the chance to meet them before their show at Meara Klubi and talk about their latest album, influences, live shows and more.
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RIMMAR First Single & Video “Planet Mars” Off New Album “Raises” Out July 2025
It’s a dream come true, lasting for years. Now everything can begin!”. With these words, Marco Rinaldi announces the official debut of Rimmar, his visionary solo project, and unveils the first single, “Planet Mars,” released via Rockshots Records.
Completely written, composed, and arranged by Rinaldi himself, “Planet Mars” is more than just a song—it’s the first chapter in a sonic journey that blends the power of classic, progressive, and industrial metal with disco and electronic elements. A bold and cinematic opening track that sets the tone for Rimmar’s debut album “Raises”, “Planet Mars” hovers between the past and the future, echoing with the urgency of rebirth and the desire to rise from a stagnant world. As the artist explains, “This album was born in the past, matured in the present, and projected into the future like a spaceship.”
Rimmar is not a traditional band but a one-man artistic endeavor. Marco Rinaldi is the sole author of the lyrics and music, building his songs from riffs and rhythmic structures before enriching them with orchestration, synths, and pads. The words are deeply inspired by readings, dreams, and philosophical reflections, but always subordinate to the music itself — “The word is a servant of music in my case,” he states.
“Raises” features a refined blend of styles and moods, reflective of Rinaldi’s wide musical background and personal influences ranging from 80s metal to 90s prog and even Italian avant-garde artists. The production also benefits from a remarkable cast of guest performers from the Italian rock and metal scene: Fabio Lione (Rhapsody of Fire, Angra) on tow songs “Mighty Messenger” and “Vortex”, Kyo Calati (MindAheaD), Marco Andreotti (Imagine Dragons tribute), Mattia Fagiolo (White Thunder, Dragonhammer), and Alessandro Cola (Eldritch) all contributed their unique voices and energy to the project.
On stage, Rimmar transforms into a full live band with experienced musicians delivering a performance that merges metal intensity with the aesthetics of electronic dance. As Rinaldi explains, “All we are interested in is ‘increasing’, ‘raising’ the volume, the intensity, rising from the rubble of our indifference, superficiality, ignorance and difficulty to communicate with others!”
“Planet Mars” is now available on all digital platforms and marks the beginning of an ambitious musical vision—emotional, genre-defying, and unapologetically bold.
LISTEN: https://lnk.to/heoLct
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/O2JwJ8UtSO4
ALBUM PRE-ORDER: https://rockshots.eu/products/rimmar-raises
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Track Listing:
1. Unreal (feat. Mattia Fagiolo)
2. Mighty Messenger (feat. Fabio Lione)
3. These Ruins (feat. Marco Bertuccelli)
4. 8th Sin (feat. Marco Andreotti)
5. Planet Mars (feat. Mattia Fagiolo)
6. Vortex (feat. Fabio Lione)
7. Queen of the Gold (feat. Marco Bertuccelli)
8. Cruel Summer (feat. Kyo Elisa Proietti)
9. Raises
Rimmar Line Up:
Marco Rinaldi: Guitars
Tommy Pellegrini: Rhythm Guitars
Marco Moretti: Drums
Alessandro Cola: Bass Guitar
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BERIEDIR Release Official Music Video for “Burnout” – The Quintessential Track from “Liminal Spaces”
Following the release of “Liminal Spaces” via Rockshots Records, Italian progressive metal act Beriedir unveils the Official Music Video for “Burnout”, the album’s emotional centerpiece.
Musically and lyrically, “Burnout” captures the very essence of the record. A song about mental exhaustion, the crushing weight of self-imposed pressure, and the relentless cycle of overexertion, “Burnout” blends technical complexity with emotional immediacy. The track opens with hammering rhythmic patterns and aggressive riffs before collapsing into a fragile, almost sobbing pause culminating in a melodic death-inspired finale of overwhelming intensity.
“Filling all the time we have, keeping the furnace burning as everything gets consumed. Writing page after page, until something breaks. Silence falls in an instant, like the noises in the forest when a predator is present. But the only threat to us, in the solitude of sleepless nights, is ourselves. The cycle never stops: our mind becomes incandescent, works non-stop, then burns out. Then it starts again.”
The band comments:
“‘Burnout’ is a vocal and instrumental challenge in every aspect. It’s the most representative track of “Liminal Spaces”, where every musical choice mirrors the content of the lyrics. It’s hard to stay emotionally untouched while playing it.”
The official music video, directed once again by Luca Rapuzzi, visually amplifies the tension and vulnerability expressed in the track. Through stark and immersive imagery, Rapuzzi brings the song’s inner conflict and emotional unraveling to life, reinforcing “Burnout” as the album’s defining statement.
With “Liminal Spaces, “Beriedir has taken a bold step away from their power metal roots to fully embrace a progressive, melancholic, and immersive sound. The album explores trauma, nostalgia, longing, and emotional fragmentation, offering a listening experience that resonates deeply with those navigating dark and complex emotional states.
The band’s stylistic shift is both natural and deliberate, shaped by years of personal growth and sonic exploration. As frontman and primary songwriter, Stefano Nusperli explains, it all began with a USB drive full of music from bands like Vision Divine, Dream Theater, Dark Tranquillity, and Children of Bodom—a discovery that sparked the initial flame of Beriedir and ultimately led to “Liminal Spaces”.
Now, with a more collaborative approach and a renewed focus on progressive and alternative metal, Beriedir’s sound draws comparisons to Pain of Salvation, Leprous, Katatonia, Gojira, Trivium, and Dark Tranquillity. The album was mixed and mastered by Simone Mularoni at Domination Studio, ensuring a sonic depth that matches its lyrical weight.
Video: https://youtu.be/YXvhjCx_o6s
Listen to “Liminal Spaces“: https://open.spotify.com/album/2l106cYkaLYZVQHodDqJVA
Order the album: https://lnk.to/AR9Bpc
Previous Videos:
Music Video – “Neon” – https://youtu.be/R5WalIheULc
Music Video – “Halo” – https://youtu.be/vb-QwoHrU8c
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Track Listing:
1. Halo
2. Neon
3. In The Corner Of My Eyes
4. As Tight As Phantoms Hold
5. F.I.V.E.
6. More Than Starlight
7. Burnout
8. Anemoia
9. Massive
10. In The Liminal Space
Line-up:
Stefano Nüsperli: Vocals, Keyboards
Simone Bacchi Mottin: Guitars, Backing Vocals
Francesco Ideo: Guitars
Ciro Salvi: Drums
Daniele Cantaboni: Bass Guitar
More info: https://www.rockshots.eu | https://www.facebook.com/BeriedirOfficial | https://www.instagram.com/beriedirofficial
Modern metal newcomer Tetrarch has released their third studio album “The Ugly Side Of Me”
Modern metal’s rising star, Atlanta’s Tetrarch, continues their upward trajectory today with the release of their third full-length studio album, The Ugly Side Of Me. Yesterday, the album’s final single, Best Of Luck, was released, featuring Jackson Guitars’ first female signature artist, Diamond Rowe.
“Best of Luck was a really fun song to write. Josh and I wrote this in just a few hours, and it became a favorite of the preview listeners on the whole album! The song’s title actually has a bit of a comical story. I remember when we were just starting out, we were constantly getting rejection emails from all sorts of people in the music industry. A lot of those emails ended with a polite ‘Best of Luck’ or ‘Best of Luck in the future’, and it was always funny because clearly they didn’t really wish us well!”, laughs Diamond Rowe, and continues:
“Now we’ve achieved a lot of things that were said to be impossible for us. This song is a bit like our ‘Best of Luck’ back at them. No grudges – just some humor thrown in. Maybe it’s just part of our own wickedly witty style.”
The Ugly Side Of Me album tracklist:
1. Anything Like Myself
2. Never Again (Parasite)
3. Live Not Fantasize
4. Erase
5. The Only Thing I’ve Got
6. Best of Luck
7. Crawl
8. Cold
9. Headspace
10. The Ugly Side of Me
If anyone is still wondering if any band can truly take metal and hard rock into the future, the answer is TETRARCH. The band combines the aggressiveness of energetic modern metal and honest lyrics with massive choruses and unforgettable melodies. TETRARCH appeals to both metal fans and listeners outside the genre, offering newcomers a gateway to the world of heavy music.
TETRARCH is:
Josh Fore – vocals/guitar
Diamond Rowe – lead guitar
Ryan “Dooms” Lerner – bass
Ruben Limas – drums
Candlemass covers Black Sabbath’s Sabbath Bloody Sabbath – New EP Black Star also out now
Swedish epic doom metal pioneers Candlemass are celebrating their 40th anniversary in doom metal today by releasing their new Black Star EP and their own version of Black Sabbath’s legendary song Sabbath Bloody Sabbath. Originally released in 1973, the song has now been given a new form and the new version has also been complemented by a music video.
Candlemass transformed the song with serious intensity and immense power into a dark funeral march that is on par with the most valuable tributes in the doom genre. The majestic tribute honors the past, but also shakes the walls of today’s crypts.
“Sabbath Bloody Sabbath needs no introduction – it’s one of the best songs ever recorded, if you ask me. Maybe not the most obvious choice, but it’s been a dream of mine to do my own version for a long time, and here it is,” says Candlemass founding member Leif Elding.
The EP features two completely new songs and two covers of timeless classics. Of the new songs, Corridors Of Chaos is a true old-school instrumental that combines classic metal riffs and Lars Johansson’s impressive guitar work, which highlights the band’s dynamics. The other cover is Pentagram’s classic Forever MY Queen.
Candlemass will be going on a tour this summer, which will include shows all over Europe.
20.–21.06.25 Germany – Daun Rengen / Der Detze Rockt
25.06.25 Norway – Oslo / Tons of Rock
04.07.25 Turkey – Istanbul / Headbangers Weekend
20.07.25 Italy – Cremona / Luppolo In Rock Festival
30.07.–02.08.25 Norway – Bergen / Beyond the Gates Festival
08.–09.08.25 Finland – Helsinki / Helsinki Metal Festival
08.–10.08.25 Belgium – Kortrijk / Alcatraz
12.–13.09.25 Greece – Athens / Rock Hard Festival
01.11.25 Sweden – Stockholm / Berns
06.12.25 United Kingdom – Wolverhampton / Bloodstock Winter Gathering
Candlemass is:
Johan Länquist – Vocals
Lars Johansson – Lead Guitar
Mappe Björkman – Comp Guitar
Leif Edling – Bass
Janne Lind – Drums
Black Star is available in a number of different formats, details of which can be found here.
Kissin’ Dynamite surprises fans with music video for ‘Queen Of The Night’
German rock band Kissin’ Dynamite released the official music video for their song “Queen of the Night”. The song is from the band’s #1 album “Back With a Bang!”. The album was released by Napalm Records. “Queen Of The Night” delivers what Kissin’ Dynamite does best – fast-paced rock with a big-world feel!
The song was accompanied today by a brand new music video featuring stunning nighttime shots of the streets of Tokyo. The video was filmed during the band’s successful world tour. The tour visited Japan, Brazil and the United States in addition to Japan.
“We just returned from Florida and Brazil, and the feel of Queen Of The Night is strongly connected to the incredible experiences of our world tour. It symbolizes the life, the hustle, the sparkle and the magic that we have experienced on gigs all over the world. We were particularly impressed by the massive scale of Tokyo – that’s why we definitely wanted to shoot scenes at the legendary Shibuya Crossing and downtown for the video,” the band says.
With a true 80s stadium rock attitude, Kissin’ Dynamite has performed at numerous major international festivals, supporting rock legends Mötley Crüe, for example, and touring to sold-out shows of their own. This summer, the band will return to festivals, including the stages of top events such as Summer Breeze Open Air. In the fall, the world tour will continue on an even bigger scale.
Alternative metal band ODC unveil new video “Love, I Tore It Apart”
French alternative metal band ODC are thrilled to unveil their new single “Love, I Tore It Apart”, out now via BLKIIBLK.
With its polished production, dynamic structure, and vulnerable lyrics, this new single places ODC firmly in the new wave of genre-bending metal acts.
Commenting on the track, the band stated: “The track blends heavy, syncopated guitar riffs with electronic textures and powerful, emotional vocals – a bold and cinematic take on modern metal. It dives deep into themes of toxic love, identity loss, and emotional struggle, capturing the chaos of a relationship that slowly destroys from the inside”.
Stream “Love, I Tore It Apart” HERE
ODC is the soundtrack of a hybrid generation. A sonic uppercut, balancing raw power and elegance. It’s also the voice of a generation searching for meaning – standing at the crossroads of styles, cultures, and influences.
Born in Paris in 2017, ODC is the result of two worlds coming together: the world of Celia Do, a vocalist with a striking identity, and that of a composer driven by the same fire – the desire to create an alternative metal project that breaks free from conventions: bold, modern, and uncompromising. From this spark, a true sonic and visual odyssey emerged.
ODC – named after Celia’s stage name acronym – became a totally creative space, where heavy riffs, catchy melodies, and contemporary electronic textures collide in a unique blend of raw energy and polished aesthetic. ODC is a bold blend of metal, modern rock and immersive electronic atmospheres.
Inspired by artists such as Devin Townsend, Breaking Benjamin, Linkin Park and BMTH, ODC doesn’t fit in any box. The band asserts its own voice — powerful, hybrid, sharp and emotional.
Their songs are modern mantras, telling stories of freedom, downfall, and resilience. Music that hits hard — and hits deep. A constant dialogue between introspection and explosion.
The band is built around four distinct artistic personalities: Celia Do (lead singer, founder and producer, the rock frontwoman of the band), Sonny, a.k.a. MX MNK (a bassist with roots in hardcore and black metal, and a trash rapper with visceral energy). Then, Raphaël (an 8-string guitarist blending classic rock, hard rock, and atmospheric textures), and Hector (a drummer forged in the death metal scene, delivering explosive rhythmic power).
After a well-received debut EP in 2019 (“Ending The Boredom”), ODC carved their path through a series of powerful singles between 2020 and 2023, asserting their hybrid identity and ability to break genre boundaries. In 2024, the project took a major leap forward: writing their first full-length album, produced in Nashville by Kellen McGregor (Memphis May Fire).
Line Up:
Celia Do – Vocals
MX MNK – Bass
Raphaël – Guitars
Hector – Drums
Memoremains’ third full-length album “Toxic Devotion” is out now
Seinäjoki-based Memoremains has had a fantastic year with a new gig sales deal, notable warm-up shows and catchy singles, and now the pop metal band’s long-awaited third album “Toxic Devotion” has been released!
“Toxic Devotion was born in a fairly unpressured environment, researching and living on the terms of the songs. We did what felt good at the time, and we didn’t take too much stress out of the release. The album deals with a wide range of emotions related to human life, from frustration to anger and from passion to sadness. In order not to be too serious, the heavier topics are also accompanied by that famous twinkle in the eye that is typical of Memoremains’ music. The album’s title is based on a reflection on how devotion to the objects of passion can sometimes turn toxic. Whether it’s working at the expense of one’s own well-being or mistreating relationships while promoting one’s own goals, there is a fine line between when good intentions turn into poison,” says singer Johanna Ahonen.
“Breakdown”, the album’s official lead single, will also be the focus track.
“Breakdown is a fun song because it starts with a fairly traditional rock energy, but when the chorus hits, your dancing feet start to move – the disco beat is surprising, but it feels just right! While doing this, I had the feeling many times that ‘can this be done?’ and then I just said, of course it can. This is exactly the kind of song where surprising combinations work better than you could even imagine. I hope the gang gets excited about this as much as we did in the studio,” Mikko Kujanpää, who composed the song, says.
Memoremains live:
10.5 Brother Firetribe + Memoremains Rytmikorjaamo, Seinäjoki
24.5 Brother Firetribe + Memoremains Olympia, Tampere
Memoremains is:
Johanna Ahonen – vocals
Mikko Kujanpää – keyboards
Aleksi Mäkelä – guitar
Aapo Timonen – bass
Eemeli Timonen – drums
Without Warning releases an epic and orchestral single “Our Final Fall” which is a theatrical metal anthem to human destruction
The rising Finnish electronic metal force Without Warning releases their new single “Our Final Fall” which is the band’s most haunting and theatrical piece so far. The band is known for their electronic fusion, rough metal production and industrial elements. With “Our Final Fall” the band yet again surprises the listeners by breaking the expectations.
The song paints a haunting and dark ending where humanity faces their final destruction – their final fall. Desperation echoes through the screams and there is no sign of salvation. The song’s theatrical and orchestral production is supported by melancholic melodies and deep meaning through the lyrics. The song is finished by eerie and strong vocals that emphasizes the desperate message heard through the song.
Without Warning continues to break the rules, proving yet again that their production can bend into a variety of styles. The band’s capability to take their sound from an electronic explosion to an orchestral glory secures their place as one of the most unpredictable and impressive bands rising from Finland.
Without Warning is currently producing their debut album. If this is a taste of what’s to come, we can be sure that the album will be one of the most versatile productions published by a small band in Finland. Prepare for damnation – “Our Final Fall” can now be streamed on all popular streaming services.
Without Warning live shows:
16.5.2025 CYAN KICKS X IKINÄ mini-tour, Apollo Turku
Cyan Kicks & Ikinä + Without Warning, buy the tickets via Tiketti.fi
About:
Exploring the rough and dark sonic possibilities, Without Warning combines inspiration from various metal and electronic sub-genres. Creating a fusion that both shakes you with heavy modern features and soft melodic finishes. Without Warning continues to grow as they take their place in the modern metal scene, creating an exclusive brand beyond music. Dive into the world of electronic illusion, sink into the depths of darkness. Become one – with Without Warning.
Website: https://www.withoutwarningofficial.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withoutwarningband/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/withoutw4rning
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4t91G6AzXhhZXQkbpZX7Fe?si=0idu92uGR2CmqAoTpzRsJQ
ATROX TRAUMA Unveils New Video “‘Where Death Hunts’
Hungary’s Thrash-Death juggernaut ATROX TRAUMA has dropped a blistering new music video for “Where Death Hunts,” the savage title track from their sophomore album, now out worldwide via WormHoleDeath Records.
“This is Where Death Hunts — the title track from our second album. We summoned our brothers, and they answered the call. Eternal respect to the killer drummers of the Hungarian underground for bringing the thunder!”
Paying homage to the raw force of their scene, the band delivers a tribute to underground extremity — featuring an all-star cast of Hungarian drumming powerhouses whose sheer velocity and ferocity fuel this sonic onslaught.
Drummers featured:
Árpád Szenti (Thy Catafalqe, Athame, Evil Tears, Sentio Ergo Sum, Damnation, Ahriman, Voidshrine)
Balázs Cseresnyés (Malediction, Ragály)
Balázs Pőcz (Paediatrician, Clitgore)
Farkas Hajdú ‘Fado’ (Deprived of Salvation, Mezmerized, NoaRock)
Directed and edited by the visionary András Szekely.
The album Where Death Hunts is available now on all major digital platforms:
orcd.co/wheredeathhunts
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
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