Category: Press Releases
Nu Metal torchbearer Tetrarch announces third album – New single Never Again (Parasite) out now with music video
Atlanta-based nu metal band Tetrarch announced today that they will release their third album ‘The Ugly Side of Me’. The album will be released on May 9th via Napalm Records.
Tetrarch released their second single ‘Never Again (Parasite)’ today, which features vocals from Diamond Rowe, who recently became Jackson Guitars’ first female signature artist.
The new song’s lyrics deal with loss of confidence and empowerment.
“We had a lot of fun writing this song. It’s dark and melancholic, but the lyrics are relatable. The song is about losing trust, but also finding yourself. Never Again (Parasite) is about taking back what’s yours and promising that it’ll never happen again,” the band commented.
The upcoming album was produced by Dave Otero, Diamond Rowe and Josh Fore, and the result is a combination of powerful, catchy melodies, strong lyrics and a fiercely intense performance. Having garnered worldwide attention, the band has worked hard to claim their place at the forefront of the new wave of modern metal.
The Ugly Side Of Me album track listing:
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
TETRARCH is:
Josh Fore – vocals/guitar
Diamond Rowe – guitar
Ryan “Dooms” Lerner – bass
Ruben Limas – drums
Luponero’s new single ‘Pickup Artist’ rocks in a romantic mood -The band heads for a European tour after releasing their debut album
Luponero, who are preparing for their debut album, which will be released on March 31st, served the rock crowd the first taste of the album last month with the single ‘Everything/Nothing’. In addition to the song that introduces a more serious and aggressive take, the band promised to surprise listeners at every turn.
Today, it’s the turn of the next surprise, as the band releases the single ‘Pickup Artist’. The theme of the song is the dating phenomena of this millennium, such as Tinder, Hinge and the legendary book The Game. Pickup Artist is a fast-paced, cheerful and engaging party rock song that, in its contradictions, is perfectly on the red thread of the upcoming album.
“In ancient history, before Tinder and Hinge, there was a time when getting dates was a craft. In this merciless battlefield, some people needed more help in the mystical science of seduction than others,” singer-bassist Marco Luponero muses, and continues:
“Neil Strauss’ ‘The Game’ became an international bestseller. The book was basically a step-by-step guide for the average frustrated male on how to hit on girls. There was also a similar book for women called ‘Catch Him and Keep Him’. The world has changed radically since then, but I’ve long thought it would be fun to write a song about this phenomenon. While so many cherish these teachings, critics found them somewhat ominous and manipulative. For others, it was a transformative experience to succeed at seduction for the first time. I guess the truth is that, like so many other powerful things, there was both a light and a dark side to this.”
The self-titled album Luponero will be released on March 21st. Pre-orders for the album are now open here.
Luponero album track listing:
1. Everything/Nothing
2. Bipolaroids
3. Killing Time
4. Running On Empty
5. Helsinki Intersection Mindfuck
6. Sapiens
7. Angelo
8. Pickup Artist
9. The Burden
10. The End
With the upcoming album, Luponero is also heading out on a European tour. The celebrations will start the week before the release at Bar Base, where you can listen to the album in advance. The band will start their international gigs in Stockholm on April 8th.
LUPONERO ”EVERYWHERE & NOWHERE MATTERS” TOUR 2025:
12.3 FIN Helsinki, The Base (album pre-listening party)
22.3 FIN Uusikaarlepyy, Stjärnhallen
8.4 SWE Stockholm, Encore*
9.4 DK, TBA*
10.4 GER Leipzig, Stö*
11.4 GER Essen, TBA*
12.4 LUX Crossfire (acoustic show)
13.4 GER Berlin, TBA*
15.4 POL Słupsk, Motor Rock Pub*
16.4 POL Gdansk, Paszcza Lwa*
17.4 POL Łomza, Pub pod Ratuszem*
18.4 LIT Vilnius, nArauti*
*w/ The Pyramids
Marco Luponero’s history, in addition to his career as an actor-director, also includes heavier music in bands such as Altaria, Terrorwheel and most recently Marco Luponero & The Loud Ones. The mission of Luponero band is to continue pushing boundaries with their unapologetic, rebellious sound and style. The music seamlessly blends classic rock influences with a modern punk attitude. With these elements, Luponero creates a unique entity that, with the upcoming album, will take listeners to a completely new world, where surprises await them at every corner.
Luponero is:
Marco Luponero – vocals, bass
Jim Heikkinen – guitar
Simon Grundvall – drums
Rioghan to release album ‘Kept’ on Friday 14th – Special live stream show on February 13th
One of the most anticipated prog metal releases of the year will be released this Friday, when Rioghan‘s second album ‘Kept’ will see the light of day. Rioghan, who attracted widespread international attention with their debut, is now diving into deeper musical extremes with ‘Kept’. The band, which operates in the world of modern metal, has a strong gothic and progressive element in their music. The new album also features electronic sounds, organic soundscapes and dark pop elements.
Rioghan will present their album ‘Kept’ with a special live stream show on Thursday 13th. During the live stream broadcast from Alimus in Kallio, Rioghan will play their entire upcoming album from start to finish.
Tickets on sale here.
Rioghan – Kept (Album 2025)
Track list:
01. Dreams
02. Hands
03. Skin
04. Edge
05. Distance
06. Hopes
07. Motion
08. Here
09. Red
10. Grief
Cover photo: Mikko Parkkonen / Aarni Visuals
Cover layout: Sakari Tuokkola
Produced & mixed by Teemu Liekkala
Mastered by Miro Kiiski / Miro Mastering
About Rioghan:
The rising star of modern Finnish metal Rioghan has made an unforgettable expression to the metal scene with their multi-layered musical expression full of surprises. Strikingly beautiful yet violent imagery hand in hand with the music creates an otherworldly experience, easy to fall in love with.
Rioghan’s music is modern metal with progressive twist – ranging from melodic death metal moments to floating dark pop elements, while ethereal gothic darkness walks right beside you all the way.
Based in 2019 around singer-poetess Rioghan Darcy, the band has gained international attention from their very first EP Blackened Sky. Positive remarks grew even heavier with their debut album Different Kinds Of Losses, made in collaboration with Jonas Renkse (Katatonia) and Einar Solberg (Leprous).
The band consists of singer Rioghan Darcy, guitarist Teemu Liekkala (Red Eleven), guitarist Tero Luukkonen (Red Eleven), bassist Antti Varjanne (Joviac, Time Primer), and drummer Valtteri Revonkorpi (Leverage).
Rioghan’s live production consists of hardcore professionals, and every moment is thought through from lights to stage presence. Dedicatedly practiced show was presented to fans in autumn 2024, when Rioghan toured Finland with Wheel in Olympia, Tampere; Sawohouse UG, Kuopio; On The Rocks, Helsinki; Lutakko, Jyväskylä; Finlandia-klubi, Lahti and 45Special, Oulu.
The crowd’s warm welcome with the successful tour ensured Rioghan their place among the future exports to be reckoned with.
Line-up:
Rioghan Darcy – vocals
Teemu Liekkala – guitar & keys
Tero Luukkonen – guitar
Antti Varjanne – bass
Valtteri Revonkorpi – drums
Links:
https://linktr.ee/rioghandarcy
https://www.facebook.com/rioghandarcy
https://www.instagram.com/rioghandarcy
https://rioghan.bandcamp.com
https://spoti.fi/36nTHP7
https://www.rakkausrunot.fi/runoilijat/emma-rioghan-darcy
French alt-punk/metal/rockers MATW re-release sophomore mini album ‘Endless Loop’ worldwide
Nearly a six months after the initial release of the record, French alternative punk/metal band MATW is thrilled to announce its worldwide re-release of ‘Endless Loop’ across all major digital platforms, following the re-release of their previous mini-album ‘Through The Looking Glass’.
As part of this global launch, the album is now fully available for streaming on YouTube, allowing fans everywhere to immerse themselves in their powerful sound.
Stream the entire mini-album on YouTube
A Striking Fusion of Punk, Rock, and Metal
Since forming in 2013, MATW has become a standout force in the French alternative scene. Their debut EP, Find Your Way (Send The Wood Music), earned them a reputation for high-energy performances across southern France. In 2015, the band released their self-titled album Me Against The World, blending punk, rock, and metal with raw intensity.
A refreshed lineup in 2020 brought new sonic explorations, leading to a remastered version of their debut in 2022. In 2023, the EP Through The Looking Glass gained critical acclaim from Rolling Stone and Rock&Folk, propelling the band to major shows alongside Ignite (USA) and Mad Of Ace (UK).
Their 2024 release, Endless Loop, a companion to Through The Looking Glass, showcases their most ambitious work yet. Recorded in-house by Florian Cedard and mastered by Loran Saulus, the album received praise from Rock Hard and fueled a nationwide tour.
Poised for 2025, MATW is ready to bring their signature energy to new stages and audiences, determined to leave a lasting impact.
THE PIT presents Award-Winning Documentary ‘The History Of Metal And Horror’
“In a way, ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ is about the end of the world, and I think that might be why Leatherface and ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ are so appealing in heavy metal. It’s really apocalyptic and Leatherface is an apocalyptic character. I think that’s where you start to see an overlap with the interests of a lot of heavy metal music.”
As new addition to its list of programs, THE PIT VOD platform presents “The History Of Metal And Horror”, a documentary that explores the history of heavy metal music and horror, and how the two genres ultimately crossed paths.
Various metal artists share their first introduction to horror, their favorite horror films, their influences, and more. Horror film icons also discuss how their films have influenced the horror genre, their connections to metal artists, and why metal and horror work well together
The full documentary is available right now on the platform with a 7-days FREE trial.
Stream the documentary on The PIT
The electrifying fusion of heavy metal and horror, showing how these two genres have inspired, influenced, and collided to create a lasting cultural phenomenon.
Directed by Mike Schiff, this captivating documentary explores the origins of heavy metal, its profound ties to classic horror cinema, and its enduring cultural impact. “The History of Metal and Horror” offers a deep dive into the dynamic relationship between these two iconic genres, featuring insights from over sixty prominent figures in metal and horror.
Adding a creative twist, the film weaves its chapters with segments of a post-apocalyptic short film hosted by horror legend Michael Berryman. Interviewees include some of the biggest names in the industries, such as Alice Cooper, Rob Zombie, John Carpenter, John 5, Tom Savini, Kirk Hammett, Dave Mustaine, Corey Taylor, Kane Hodder, Jonathan Davis, Scott Ian, Doug Bradley, Sid Haig, Bill Moseley, and Chris Jericho.
For reminder, THE PIT is and available right now through the following link and your best ISP.
SinHeresY Announce European Tour in Support to ELEINE
Italian modern metal band SinHeresY have announced that they will be supporting Eleine on their “We Shall Remain Tour” around Europe next April/May.
The band will share the stage also with alternative rock/metal Klorg.
Raised in Trieste (Italy) in 2009, SinHeresY is one of the most renowned italian modern metal band with both male/female vocals. From the goth atmospheres of the debut EP “The Spiders and the Butterfly” (Revalve Records, 2011), through the symphonic landscapes of the first full-lenght album “Paint the World” (Bakerteam Records, 2013), to the energetic streams of “Domino” (Scarlet Records, 2017), SinHeresY crafted a unique sound made of distiguished vocals, core-oriented guitar riffs and bombastic keyboards, with no musical boundary. SinHeresY already toured several times around Europe, sharing the stage with world-class acts as Dream Theater, Queensryche, Tarja, Lacuna Coil, Lordi, Children of Bodom. Following the acclaimed 2019 pop-metal platter “Out of Connection” the five-pieces combo released its fifth studio album “Event Horizon” via Scarlet Records on August 2023.
THE LIFE YOU LEFT BEHIND (official video)
Ecuador’s ANIMA INSIDE New Video “Through The Glass” Off Upcoming Album “Alien”
Ecuadar’s Anima Inside, unveils “Through The Glass”, a compelling new single accompanied by a striking official music video, further amplifying the song’s intense emotional depth. As one of the most powerful tracks from their upcoming album “Alien”, the song showcases the band’s signature blend of modern rock, progressive elements, and rich melodic textures.
With razor-sharp riffs, a dynamic rhythm section, and soaring vocals, “Through The Glass” takes listeners on a profound journey of perception and self-reflection. The song questions reality—do we truly see what’s on the other side or just a distorted version of the truth? This duality is mirrored in the cinematic music video, which visually brings to life the track’s themes of introspection and uncertainty.
Renowned for their ability to fuse progressive rock, alternative influences, and Latin musical roots, Anima Inside once again delivers a track that is both immediate and deeply layered. Fans of Muse, Pink Floyd, and Disturbed will find themselves drawn to its evocative storytelling, soaring melodies, and immersive instrumental work.
With meticulous production and a striking visual narrative, “Through The Glass” is a powerful statement, reinforcing Anima Inside’s status as one of South America’s most compelling rock acts.
LISTEN TO “Through The Glass” – https://lnk.to/iqOTVT
VIDEO – https://youtu.be/NfgFRFP7Zhw
More info: https://www.rockshots.eu | https://animainside.com | https://www.facebook.com/AnimaInside | https://www.instagram.com/animainside | https://x.com/AnimaInside
“Drink Some More!” w/ VALLORCH’s Music Video of Galloping Riffs & Triumphant Choruses For New Album “The Circle” Out March 2025
Vallorch continues their journey into the world of folk and symphonic metal with their latest single, “Drink Some More!”, a raucous celebration of music, camaraderie, and revelry. Taken from their upcoming album “The Circle”, out next March 14th, 2025 from RockShots Records, this track embodies the band’s signature blend of folk traditions and symphonic grandeur delivering an irresistibly energetic and immersive experience.
With galloping rhythms, soaring melodies, and powerful folk instrumentation, “Drink Some More!” brings the listener straight into the heart of an ancient, fire-lit revelry. The combination of driving riffs, triumphant choruses, and spirited flute melodies captures the essence of Vallorch’s sound—balancing the raw energy of folk metal with the epic atmospheres of symphonic and power metal. The song is a perfect example of the band’s evolution, refining the elements introduced in “Neverfade” (2013) and “Until Our Tale Is Told” (2017) into a polished, dynamic, and immersive sonic experience.
Lyrically, the song draws from Alpine folklore and ancient traditions celebrating the timeless ritual of gathering together to share stories, drinks, and moments of uninhibited joy. “Drink Some More!” invites listeners to let go of worries, embrace the present, and lose themselves in a whirlwind of melody and rhythm.
Vallorch is also thrilled to announce the release of the official music video for “Drink Some More!”, visually bringing to life the song’s vibrant energy and celebratory spirit. This video perfectly complements the track’s infectious atmosphere, immersing viewers in the amazing and high-energy world that Vallorch has crafted with its music.
Fans of Eluveitie, Alestorm, Wind Rose, and Korpiklaani will find much to love in Vallorch’s vibrant fusion of folk instrumentation and symphonic power. This track is a call to revelry, a toast to the enduring spirit of folk metal, and a preview of the grand musical landscapes that “The Circle” promises to unveil.
Raise your glass, let the music take over, and “Drink Some More!” with Vallorch as they prepare to unleash their most refined and exhilarating work to date.
Music Video – “Drink Some More!” – https://youtu.be/7q6VdSiaE2k
Digital Single – https://lnk.to/0GbDTM
Album Pre-Order / Save – “The Circle” – Out March 14, 2025 – https://lnk.to/sbWpoP
First Single – “Circle of The Moon”
Music Video – https://youtu.be/IlyLrROKUQU
Digital – https://lnk.to/lURizi
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Track Listing:
1. To the Silver Summit – 3:53
2. Hellpath – 3:52
3. Circle of the Moon – 3:34
4. Drink Some More! – 3:42
5. Antermoia – 5:00
6. Röte Löon – 4:39
7. Salbanéo – 3:59
8. The Wild One – 4:10
9. Dyssomnia – 9:08
Album Length: 42:01
ABOUT:
VALLORCH was born in December 2010, when Marco Munari (NewSun), Matteo Patuelli (Alzhagoth), and Massimo Benetazzo came up with the idea right after attending a concert together. Inspired by the energy and spirit of the event, they decided to form their own band, and the name VALLORCH—taken from a small Cimbrian village on the Cansiglio plateau—was quickly chosen as a tribute to their cultural roots.
For the first year, VALLORCH experimented with different sounds and musicians, searching for the right lineup. By January 2012, the group solidified with the addition of vocalist/flutist Sara, vocalist/bassist Leonardo Dalla Via, multi-instrumentalist Andrea ‘Demetrio’ Rampin (playing tin whistle, bagpipes, accordion), and violinist Francesco Salviato. This seven-member ensemble debuted live in March 2012, promoting their newly released EP Stories of North. Their captivating blend of folk metal quickly gained traction, earning them recognition in the Italian scene and leading to performances at events like Fosch Fest, where they opened for major bands.
However, the summer of 2012 brought changes. Violinist Francesco parted ways with the band, and Martina Mezzalira took his place. Around the same time, VALLORCH signed a record deal with Moonlight Records and entered the studio to work on their first full-length album. Released in 2013, Neverfade was met with critical and fan acclaim, blending fast-paced, melodic jigs with guttural and clean vocals, alongside powerful death metal riffs. This success landed them performances at major international festivals like Metaldays.
2014 saw further lineup shifts. Andrea Demetrio Rampin left the band, replaced by Paolo Pesce on accordion, hurdy-gurdy, and keyboards. Meanwhile, vocalist Sara took over tin whistle and bagpipe duties. Founding member Matteo Patuelli also stepped down, making way for guitarist Mattia Buggin to join. Despite these changes, VALLORCH pressed forward, embarking on their first European tour with Artaius. They played in Germany, Czechia, France, Belgium, and Slovakia, culminating in a performance opening for Mägo de Oz at the Metal for Emergency festival.
Later that year, they returned to the studio to record their second full-length album, Until Our Tale Is Told (2015). The album reflected the band’s growing compositional maturity and led to more festival appearances and live shows over the next two years.
In 2016, Riccardo Gianni briefly joined the band as a violinist, performing at several major local festivals. However, by 2019, the band was once again at a crossroads. After a series of lineup changes and creative challenges, founding member Marco Munari decided to leave the group. The remaining members—Massimo, Sara, Leo, Mattia, and Marco—faced a difficult choice: either disband or evolve. They chose to reinvent themselves as a five-piece band.
The global restrictions from 2020 to 2022 made live performances difficult, but the band used this time to focus on writing new material. By 2023, VALLORCH returned to the stage, opening for renowned acts like Alestorm, Wind Rose, and Rhapsody Of Fire.
Now, in 2025, VALLORCH is set to release their highly anticipated new album, “The Circle”, marking a triumphant return. Reborn from the ashes of their former selves, they are ready to take the world by storm once again.
Vallorch Line Up:
Sara Tacchetto: vocals, choirs, tin whistle, bagpipe
Leonardo Dalla Via: vocals, harsh vocals, choirs, bass, programming
Marco Povolo: vocals, choirs, keyboards, bouzouki, programming
Massimo Benetazzo: Drums
Mattia Buggin: electric and acoustic guitars
Guests:
Serena Zucco (Adgarios): violin
Glorya Lyr (Eard): Celtic harp in “Antermoia”
More info:
https://www.rockshots.eu
FOLLOW:
https://www.instagram.com/vallorch_official/
https://www.facebook.com/vallorch
“Every drop of heart blood is squeezed into this album.” – Finnish metal band Black .44 released their second studio album Bloodlines
Finnish metal band Black .44 released their second studio album Bloodlines on February 7th 2025 via Inverse Records. Their debut album “No Blanks” hit the Official Finnish Album Charts on position #19 in 2015. To celebrate the album release, the band also released a stunning music video ‘Aftermath’ made by Anssi Korhonen.
WATCH Aftermath music video: https://youtu.be/1pdWvss-PD4
Life has taken the band members around the world since their debut album, and finally the next album will see the light of day. That’s pretty much the only daylight we’ll encounter with the release.
The band continues the theme of the first album with dark themes, because they too have to be confronted and overcome. Throughout the album, we deal with mental illness, extreme intolerance, political shenanigans and reflections on taking another person’s life along the tunes of tasty hard rock and stoner inspired metal.
The main themes of the album are the extreme difficulties of different parts of societies, the mental imbalance of certain individuals of humankind and the fundamental problems in humanity that pave the way of our race as a small grain of sand in the cold emptiness of the universe.
Our second album is a humble bow to the musical influences we grew up with to our respectable adult age, and we hope that these elements will also make our listeners smile and nod their heads along our music, because every drop of heart blood is squeezed into this album.
LISTEN to Bloodlines album: https://push.fm/fl/black44-album
Limited CD edition available HERE
Black .44 – Bloodlines (album 2025)
Track list:
1. Intolerance
2. Bloodlines
3. The Kingdom
4. Again
5. The Motherfucker Song
6. Vril
7. Will The Real Jesus Christ Please Stand Up?
8. Angst
9. Aftermath
Album cover by Riku Turunen
Line-up:
Jason – Vocals & Rhythm Guitars
Antti – Lead Guitars
Pete – Bass
Mikko – Drums
Links:
https://www.black44.net
https://www.facebook.com/blackpoint44
https://www.instagram.com/black_.44
https://black44.bandcamp.com