The Vantages is a Helsinki-based rock band formed in early 2020. Since then, they’ve firmly established themselves in the Finnish underground rock scene, performing at the renowned Tuska Festival, Ruisrock Festival, and Helldone Festival.
Their sound and lyrics combine contrasting elements, between raw and delicate, in what can best be described as decadent love songs. Following their debut EP released in November 2023, they will release their second EP, “The Vantages II,” this September. To celebrate the new EP, the band will play an intimate show at On The Rocks in Helsinki on September 5th. Tickets are on sale here.
We had the opportunity to meet Tim and Anton before their show at Tuska Festival and learn more about the band and their music.
Author: Crix
The Serpent God’s new single, ‘Sermon’, has a threatening and eerie vibe, built on 90s Swedish metal influences
Finnish melodic death/doom metal band Serpent God is set to release their debut album ‘Denial’ on October 10th 2025 via Inverse Records. The third single ‘sermon’ is available on most streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/serpent-god-sermon
The band comments:
”Sermon on blood, sermon on death”
“The song is up-beat and has a bit of threatening and eerie feeling to it. Lots of classic 90’s Swedish metal elements as building blocks. Starts with heavy double kicks and heavy riffing, no questions asked. Backing choirs create ritualistic or religious wibes to the song. Life is a one long and painful ritual after all. “Like an iron mask forged in brimstone, finished in the flames of hellfire.”
BIOGRAPHY:
Serpent God is a band formed 2023 in Iisalmi, Finland. The birth is heavily related to Se, josta ei puhuta -band’s writing process; lots of material were created that didn’t fit in the spectrum of Se, josta ei puhuta. In general, the material was more slow-paced and more eerie. However, the mentioned material was also way too good to be deleted, so therefore another output was needed, so Serpent God was born. Different branches grow from a tree with strong roots. Serpent God has its foundation in extreme metal, but there are also heavy influences from post-rock, doom and smaller splashes of more avantgarde sounds.
LISTEN to the first single ‘repent’: https://push.fm/fl/serpent-god-repent
LISTEN to the second single ‘oblivion’: https://push.fm/fl/serpent-god-oblivion
Line-up:
Samu Männikkö – Vocals, guitars and keyboards
Juho-Pekka Lappalainen – Bass
Jimi Myöhänen – Drums
Links:
https://www.facebook.com/serpentgodband
https://www.instagram.com/serpentgodband
https://www.tiktok.com/@serpentgodband
https://serpentgod.bandcamp.com
Finnish blackened death metal band Progeny of Sun released the third and last single ‘Forsaken Brigade’ from their forthcoming second album
Finnish blackened death metal band Progeny of Sun is set to release the second studio album ‘Prophets of the Void’ on September 5th 2025 via Inverse Records. The third and last single ‘Forsaken Brigade’ was unleashed on July 23th.
Guitarist Jaakko Hautamäki comments:
“Joni pondered the matter long and hard: Would anyone notice if he added some melody and triplets for Pepe? Pepe noticed the wrongdoing, but the new armchair was far too comfortable to get up from. Joni performed his secret rituals, pulled out the best lead section from his sleeve, and in his usual sadistic fashion, placed it only once at the end of the track. “It can’t only come once!” Everyone agreed – we were left yearning for a climax worthy of the end of the album. After hundreds of consultants were discussed with, nevertheless the solution was spontaneously invented in the studio: “Just throw in some double bass or something to make it last longer.” Tuomo could not believe his ears when he got the finished work on his desk. It was too soft and honeyed; it lacked coldness and mechanicalness completely. This was immediately corrected by adding icy echoes and scooped frequency curves. Niko approved the changes.”
LISTEN to Forsaken Brigade on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/progeny-of-sun-forsaken
BIOGRAPHY:
In the beginning, Progeny of Sun was a two-man band formed by Jaakko Hautamäki and Niko Aromaa. Jaakko was responsible for the instrumentals, mixing, and mastering, while Niko handled the vocals, lyrics, visuals, etc.
The songs Jaakko introduced were very versatile. Some had speed, some were slow, some painted a picture with their atmosphere, and some were more straightforward bangers. Despite the diversity in style, everything worked exceptionally well in tandem, and from this premise, the band started to develop and pave its own way forward.
To start with, Progeny of Sun created a 6-song self-titled EP and discovered that their music was met with great reception. The duo behind the band did all the mixing, mastering, videos, and artwork themselves. The project as a whole was very fun and rewarding to work on.
After the EP release, Jaakko and Niko began to think that something more was still needed. They still had a burning desire to spread their music around the world, but with just two people, it would have been impossible.
Subsequently, Jaakko found two local musicians from the Seinäjoki area: Joni Kiviniemi (guitar) and Juha Peura (drums). Joni and Juha were initially brought on board just to offer their vision and play their assigned instruments for new material. Soon, however, it began to feel like they were part of the family, and so it was decided that they would become full-fledged members of the squad and a part of the band’s story. Not long after, Tuomo Tolkki (bass) was also welcomed to join, and in a matter of a few months, the full lineup was formed.
The first release with the full lineup, a 3-track EP ‘Dark Wanderer’, was released in 2021. Next in line were the single releases ‘Worthless’ and ‘Anguish’, which were released in 2022. Thanks to the aforementioned experimental phase, Progeny of Sun has gained self-confidence and started to understand its own identity. The band worked hard on the debut album ‘Throne of Desolation’, which was released at the end of 2023. Progeny of Sun’s second album ‘Prophets of the Void’ will be released in September 2025. Following their debut album, the band has identified their strengths, which are utilized and showcased even more prominently on the second album.
WATCH Penance music video: https://youtu.be/RYQIPCZ1Q-8
WATCH Decimation music video: https://youtu.be/wkHkjAk8a3E
Line-up:
Niko Aromaa – Vocals
Jaakko Hautamäki – Guitar
Joni Kiviniemi – Guitar
Tuomo Tolkki – Bass
Juha Peura – Drums
Links:
https://www.facebook.com/Progenyofsun
https://www.instagram.com/progenyofsun
https://progenyofsun.bandcamp.com
Noiduin Video Interview
Hailing from the west coast of Finland, Noiduin is a vocal and instrumental ensemble that weaves Finnish folklore and mythology into their music, played on traditional self-made instruments. After two EPs, the band released their debut album, “Loivi,” last May. Rooted in ancient Finnish tradition, Lovi refers to an otherworldly state or space, a rift between worlds. It is a place of crossing where the veil between the living and the dead thins.
One of their songs was recently featured in the trailer for “Call of Duty: Warzone & Black Ops 6 Season 4.”
We had the opportunity to meet Jemina and Henri before their shoeat Tuska Festival and learn more about the band, their music, and their future projects.
Risen Atlantis – the new project by Frank Beck – announce album “Power To The Past” out September 26th via Frontiers Music S.r.l.
Powerhouse metal vocalist Frank Beck is thrilled to announce the debut album of his new project Risen Atlantis, titled “Power To The Past”, and set for release on September 26, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl.
The first single and visualizer video, “Glory For The Brave”, is out, giving a taste of what to expect from this new project.
Pre-Order “Power To The Past” HERE
Talking about the project, Beck commented: “Alessandro Del Vecchio invited me to record an album for Frontiers after being blown away by my voice. We connected in early 2024 and I told him I wanted to sound different from my work with Gamma Ray – where I’ve been Kai Hansen’s touring sidekick for ten years. I wanted a grittier, more powerful style in the vein of Ronnie Atkins, Jorn, Jeff Scott Soto, and Dio – and he ran with it. The result is “Power To The Past”, a modern metal album with an ’80s spirit”.
“The first single, “Glory For The Brave”, is packed with great melodies and hooks. Our project is called Risen Atlantis – like a phoenix from the ashes, only this one rises from the sea! I’m proud of every track and thrilled to be part of the Frontiers family”, he added.
Frank Beck is a powerhouse vocalist from Germany, best known for his live performances with German power metal legends Gamma Ray, where he has supported Kai Hansen on stage since 2014.
With a voice that channels the soul and fire of Ronnie James Dio and David Coverdale, Frank Beck brings his commanding vocal presence to the new project Risen Atlantis – and the result is an explosive collection of melodic power metal.
“Power To The Past”, the debut album from Risen Atlantis feat. Frank Beck is a well-crafted tribute to the traditions of classic European power metal. Co-written and produced by Alessandro Del Vecchio and Brett Jones, the album features soaring vocals, epic melodies, powerful riffing, and a sense of grandeur that will please fans of genre legends like Helloween, Gamma Ray, Stratovarius, and Edguy.
From high-octane anthems like “Glory For The Brave” and “Legacy Divine” to the cinematic atmosphere of “Sea Of Tranquillity” and the thunderous title track “Power To The Past”, the album flows with energy and emotion. Frank Beck’s voice soars across every track, breathing life into each lyric and giving the songs a timeless resonance.
“Power To The Past” is more than a debut – it’s a declaration. A revitalized sound rooted in tradition, but delivered with precision, passion, and power.
“Power To The Past” Tracklist:
1. Forever Spoken
2. Glory For The Brave
3. Legacy Divine
4. Sea Of Tranquillity
5. Mystic Maze
6. No Hell For The Good
7. Trapped In Heaven
8. Lost In Time
9. A Million Miles Away
10. Power To The Past
11. Wrong Destiny
Line Up:
Frank Beck – vocals
Brett Jones – guitars, keyboards
Alessandro Del Vecchio – guitars, keyboards, bass
Mirko De Maio – drums
Hardcore Thrash Metal Warriors NADA Unleash “Black Bodies Bleeds” Music Video
Brazilian hardcore/thrash agitators NADA have released the official music video for “Black Bodies Bleeds”, taken from their searing new album Entropia, out now via Wormholedeath.
Shot in the stark intimacy of the band’s rehearsal space, the video is unfiltered and defiant—a sonic warcry against a reality shaped by institutionalized violence, rising fascism, and denialism tearing at the fabric of Brazilian society.
“Black Bodies Bleeds” is NADA at full force: a visceral blend of razor-sharp riffs, relentless rhythm, and bilingual lyrics that cut deep into themes of racism, state brutality, and social neglect. It’s not just music—it’s resistance. With each line and breakdown, NADA dismantles the narrative that marginalizes Black and poor communities, delivering a fierce testament to those caught in the crossfire.
Stream Entropia: https://orcd.co/entropiaalbum
www.youtube.com/@nadacrossover
www.instagram.com/nada.metal
nadathrashcrossover.bandcamp.com
Landfall share new video “SOS” from latest studio album “Wide Open Sky”
Brazilian melodic rockers Landfall are pleased to share their new official video “SOS”, taken from their latest studio album, “Wide Open Sky”, out now via Frontiers Music Srl.
Buy/Stream “Wide Open Sky” HERE
Vocalist Gui Oliver commented: “‘SOS’ is a cry for help. I believe the words ‘pain’, ‘desperation’ and ‘hope’ can define this song. The tension and groove are inspired by the late Extreme songs”.
“A song that explores a different side of the band. It’s one of our heaviest songs with a progressive touch. Very intricate parts on this one! Also, we just played it live, and it has an energy that works perfectly on a live environment! We are making justice to it releasing this beautiful video, I’m glad we did it!”, added guitarist Marcelo Gelbcke.
Landfall, the Hard rockers from Curitiba, Brazil, features singer Gui Oliver (ex-Auras), guitarist Marcelo Gelbcke, bassist Luis Rocha, and drummer Felipe Souzza, are back with an almighty bang!
The band’s delightful Melodic Rock/AOR sound can best be described as falling somewhere between classic melodic rock, a là Journey, and slightly heavier influences, such as classic era Dokken, White Lion, and Extreme. With phenomenal musical and songwriting abilities and the golden voice of Oliver, Landfall is truly a welcome addition to the melodic rock genre.
The new album delivers a solid band and the new songs are stronger, able to capture the best of each band member, melodic rock has never sounded better!
Landfall was originally formed by drummer Felipe Souzza and guitarist Marcelo Gelbcke, childhood friends who have been playing together since they were about 15 years old. Some years later, bassist Thiago Forbeci joined up with them and added new musical input and influences, at which point the band decided to go in a new direction.
During this period, they released three independent albums under the name Wild Child, performing several concerts around Brazil, including opening for acts such as Glenn Hughes and Mike Vescera; until 2017 when the former Auras singer Gui Oliver, joined the band and Landfall began writing songs that would eventually become their first album released by Frontiers Records, “The Turning Point”.
As a songwriter, Oliver had previously written songs for several artists from the label, including Jimi Jamison, Bobby Kimball, Fergie Frederiksen, and Issa.
“Wide Open Sky” Tracklist:
1. Tree Of Life
2. SOS
3. When The Curtain Falls
4. Running In Circles
5. No Tomorrow
6. A Letter To You
7. Coming Home
8. Intoxicated
9. Hourglass
10. Higher Than The Moon
11. Wide Open Sky
Line Up:
Gui Oliver – Vocals
Marcelo Gelbcke – Guitars, Acoustic Guitars, Backing Vocals
Luis Rocha – Bass, Backing Vocals
Felipe Souzza – Drums, Percussion, Backing Vocals
Royal Sorrow releases Innerdeeps album on September 26th – Release Your Shadow single and video kick off album pre-sales
Finnish Royal Sorrow, who have made a convincing start to their international career, will release their debut album Innerdeeps on September 26th. The band, who have awakened the progressive modern metal community with their technical prowess, quite immersive soundscapes and melodic hooks, also reveal their new single Release Your Shadow.
“This song is in a way a celebration of individuality and a journey towards accepting imperfection. Release Your Shadow encourages us to face our own dark sides and recognize them as an essential part of ourselves instead of suppressing them,” the band describes.
Royal Sorrow, who skillfully harnessed dynamics as their playground, was seen at their debut gig in Tuska at the end of June, in October, Royal Sorrow will head out on their first European tour together with Leprous.
The single “Release Your Shadow” also features a music video made with the band’s credit director Jaro Koho.
The album’s pre-sale and the band’s own webshop has opened, with more products to be added in the fall. The physical version of Innerdeeps will be released as a limited plastic-free CD edition and transparent neon orange vinyl.
The songs on the Innerdeeps album are:
Let Go
Metrograve
Samsara
Release Your Shadow
Evergreen
Survival Complex
Bloodflower
Looking Glass
Give In
Innerdeeps
More music videos: Metrograve, Evergreen, Give In & Samsara.
Next festivals:
16/08 – ArcTanGent (UK)
26/09 – Euroblast (DE)
Melodies of Atonement -Tour:
29/10 – RENNES – L’antipode (FR)
30/10 – BORDEAUX – Le Rocher Palmer (FR)
31/10 – PERPIGNAN – El Mediator (FR)
01/11 – MURCIA – Mamba Club (ES)
02/11 – LISBON – Republica da Musica (PT)
03/11 – PORTO – Hard Club (PT)
05/11 – BARCELONA – Sala Apolo (ES)
06/11 – MONTPELLIER – Rockstore (FR)
07/11 – MILAN – Live Club (IT)
08/11 – FRIBOURG – Fri-Son (CH)
09/11 – MUNICH – Backstage Werk (DE)
10/11 – FRANKFURT – Batschkapp (DE)
11/11 – DORTMUND – FZW (DE)
13/11 – STOCKHOLM – Fallan (SE) ilman Gåtea
14/11 – TRONDHEIM – Havet (NO) ilman Gåtea
15/11 – SKIEN – Ibsenhuset (NO) ilman Gåtea
16/11 – GOTHENBURG – Pustervik (SE)
17/11 – COPENHAGEN – Amager Bio (DK)
18/11 – BERLIN – Kesselhaus (DE)
19/11 – HAMBURG – Docks Club (DE)
20/11 – ANTWERP – Trix (BE)
21/11 – STUTTGART – Im Wizemann (DE)
22/11 – LUXEMBOURG – Rockhal (LU)
23/11 – LILLE – Théâtre Béthune (FR)
Hard Rockers Crosson Unleash Third Single And Video “Guilty Of Rock”
Australian theatrical glam rock band CROSSON has just released their third video, “Guilty Of Rock,” the title track from their latest album.
Set in a dystopian future where rock music is outlawed, the 3D animated video features CROSSON as rebellious rock ‘n’ roll renegades being hunted by authorities as they speed toward an underground, illegal concert.
“Since the band began, I always dreamed of bringing us to life as 3D animated characters. It only took seven albums—but we finally made it happen. We worked with Australian animator ‘Kyle Boddy’ over a few months developing the storyboard and getting the 3D characters designed.” says Jason Crosson, the band’s frontman, songwriter, and producer.
Mixed and mastered in Sweden by renowned producer Erik Martensson (Eclipse, W.E.T.), the track is fast becoming a rock anthem. It’s already a fan favourite during live shows, where CROSSON’s dancers take the stage in full police uniforms—complete with handcuffs.
CROSSON’s seventh studio album, Guilty Of Rock, is earning glowing 4- and 5-star reviews worldwide and is available now on all major digital platforms via WormholeDeath Records.
crosson.com.au
www.youtube.com/crossonrock
www.instagram.com/crossonrock
www.facebook.com/CrossonRock
Frontiers Music Srl Welcomes Rock Icon John Corabi To Its Artist Roster
Frontiers Music Srl is proud to announce the signing of legendary rock vocalist John Corabi to its roster of iconic artists.
Known for his powerful voice and rich legacy with bands like Mötley Crüe, The Dead Daisies, Union, and The Scream, Corabi is looking forward to releasing new music in collaboration with producer/songwriter Marti Frederiksen.
He promises an organic 60’s-70’s style record and can’t wait to get back on the road with a talented solo band featuring his son Ian on the drums, and a few great friends.
John expressed his excitement by saying: “I’m thankful to Frontiers Records for the opportunity to give you guys some new music!! I’ve been writing and recording with my good pal Marti Frederiksen here in Nashville, and I can’t wait for you to hear it all!”
Tom Lipsky, Head of A&R of North America for Frontiers Label Group, commented: “It is exciting to bring John into the Frontiers Label Group. He has fans around the world, and he is respected by the artist community as a musician, singer and songwriter. John’s new music will take his accomplished career to an even higher level”.
John Corabi is a journeyman singer-songwriter and guitarist that burst onto the music scene with Hollywood Records recording artists The Scream in 1991. Touring extensively throughout the United States on the strength of their songs “Man In The Moon”, “I Believe In Me”, and “Father Mother Son”, John attracted the attention of radio, MTV, fans and critics alike.
Mötley Crüe’s Nikki Sixx reached out to John after the departure of Vince Neil in 1992 and asked him to join the band for the writing and recording of their 1994 released self-titled record. During the recording process of the follow up “Generation Swine” album in late 1996, Vince Neil returned to the band, and John started the band Union with former KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick.
Union headed into a studio to record their debut self-titled album in 1998. With Union, John released three albums between 1998 and 2001. Afterwards, John left Union to join the band RATT on their 2001 summer tour, handling guitar and backing vocal duties. Touring constantly from 2001-2008, John eventually left the band to go out on his own.
John has released the acoustic album “Unplugged” in 2012, and a live album “Live 94, One Night In Nashville” in 2018, as well as multiple original and tribute singles. John received a phone call in 2015 to join the all-star collective called The Dead Daisies, and has since recorded the albums “Revolucion”, “Make Some Noise”, “Live And Louder”, “Burn It Down”, “Light Em’ Up”, and a recently released blues covers record “Looking For Trouble”.
For the last ten years, with The Dead Daisies and as a solo acoustic artist, John has toured Europe, The United States, Japan, South America, Australia, and The United Kingdom extensively, having played all of the major festivals and sold out shows to a growing loyal fanbase.
With his 2022 autobiography “Horseshoes And Hand Grenades”, and 19 full length records under his belt, spanning a 35 year career, John is anxious to release record number 20, and play the new songs live. The future looks bright for John!
About Frontiers Label Group:
Founded in 1996 by Serafino Perugino in Napoli, Italy, Frontiers initially specialized in distribution of indie Rock labels across the Italian market. The company, however, soon evolved into a leading global rock label, working with such important artists as Megadeth, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Skunk Anansie, Van Zant, Don Felder, Def Leppard, Journey, Yes, Mr Big, Biohazard, Night Ranger, Whitesnake and ELO, while also signing and developing tomorrow’s artists.
Today, the expanded Frontiers Label Group owns and operates the imprints Frontiers Music Srl (Mainstream and Classic Rock), FLG Records (Alternative Music) and BLKIIBLK Records (Metal and Hard Rock) with global digital and physical distribution via The Orchard (Sony Music). The company is headquartered in Italy with additional executive staff in London, NY, Boston, Raleigh and Nashville. Serling Rooks Hunter McKoy Worob and Averill LLP provides legal representation in the US, with international legal under the direction of Dario De Cicco.
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