Category: Press Releases

Portuguese Instrumental Titans 7Keys Unleash Epic Video For ‘Gates Of Glory’

Portuguese instrumental metal act 7Keys return with “Gates Of Glory”, single and official music video taken from their forthcoming album “Gæa”, set for worldwide release on July 10, 2026, via Wormholedeath.

‘Gates Of Glory’ maps out a classic heroic journey, charting a protagonist facing down immense adversity and pushing through to the other side.

Without a single lyric, 7Keys brilliantly translate this narrative through pure musical storytelling. The track is structurally split into five distinct movements, each representing a new trial conquered. Listeners will note deliberate, masterful shifts in tone, tempo, and texture, signaling the transition from one epic chapter to the next. It’s a masterclass in modern composition that bridges the gap between classic heavy metal gallop and contemporary progressive aggression.

7Keys was founded by guitarist Márcio Teixeira, whose connection to heavy metal began early. After teaching himself guitar, he later refined his approach under respected guitarist Paulo Barros, sharpening both technique and musical direction.

The project took shape after Teixeira met bassist Igor Rodrigues during a live production in Portugal. The current line-up is completed by Gabriel Pereira on rhythm guitar and Rodrigues on bass, forming a tight unit built around layered arrangements and clear musical intent.

Their upcoming album “Gæa” presents a collection focused on progression, melody, and atmosphere. Each track stands alone, but together they form a cohesive, instrumental narrative. The band keeps things focused: strong composition, deliberate pacing, and emotion carried through sound rather than lyrics.

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“Breathe” In Progressive Collective LUFEH’s New Music Video In Support of Latest Album “Overwhelmed”

Progressive rock fusionists LUFEH have released their brand‑new music video “Breathe”, a vibrant and uplifting track from their newly released album “Overwhelmed,” out now as of May 29th. The song captures the band’s refined balance of technical sophistication and memorable, sing‑along melodies, an evolution that marks a new era for the long‑running musical collective.
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​“Breathe” stands out as one of the album’s most positive and energetic moments. Built on upbeat rhythms and bright melodic hooks, the track delivers a simple but powerful message: slow down, breathe, and reconnect with yourself amid the chaos of daily life. The band describes it as “a blast to play” and a reminder that sometimes the most important thing we can do is pause and take a breath.

Watch and listen to “Breathe” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0JHbR1hR5A​

Recorded at the legendary Sunset Sound in Los Angeles, “Overwhelmed” represents LUFEH’s most mature and melodic work to date. While the band’s signature progressive complexity remains intact, this album places a stronger emphasis on catchy vocal melodies, memorable choruses, and emotional clarity.
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The album features eight meticulously crafted tracks, designed to blend technical musicianship with accessibility. From the rhythmic intricacy of “Double Dip” to the emotional weight of “Feels Like I’m a Ghost,” the record showcases LUFEH’s ability to merge prog, fusion, metal, and Brazilian influences into a cohesive, modern sound.

A major highlight of the album is the addition of Ginny Luke as the band’s new featured vocalist. An internationally recognized electric violinist and singer, she brings a powerful new dimension to LUFEH’s sound, appearing on multiple tracks and elevating the album’s emotional and melodic impact. Luke has performed with artists such as Foo Fighters, Britney Spears, Snoop Dogg, Miguel, and many others.
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LUFEH is a progressive rock band blending sophisticated, refined, and modern musical elements with deep emotional expression. Founded by drummer Lufeh, the band has evolved through decades of collaboration, friendship, and shared musical history. Guitarist Deio Tambasco and bassist Duca Tambasco, longtime collaborators dating back to their early band Anno Domini, rejoined forces with Lufeh to help shape the group’s current sound, alongside keyboardist/producer Gera Penna.
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Despite living on different continents, drummer Lufeh Batera in Los Angeles and the rest of the band in São Paulo, the group wrote nearly 70% of the new album online, exchanging ideas daily and refining each track collaboratively. Their creative process is built on trust, honesty, and a shared commitment to crafting music that feels both intricate and emotionally resonant.
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Influenced by Dream Theater, Rush, Vola, Tool, and Haken, LUFEH continues to push the boundaries of progressive rock while remaining grounded in melody, storytelling, and musical connection.
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Listen to “Overwhelmed” (released May 29th, 2026) at the following links:

Add to your Spotify playlist – https://open.spotify.com/album/17TBW46gFIisvVekW4yyOW​

Bandcamp – https://lufehband.bandcamp.com/​

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Track Listing:​
1. He Commands The Sun and The Stars – 4:22
2. Breathe – 4:03
3. Double Dip – 4:39
4. Overwhelmed – 4:30
5. Feels Like I’m A Ghost – 5:43
6. Live The New Today – 4:50
7. War of Emotions – 3:50
8. End of the Tunnel – 4:18

Album and Live Band Line Up:​
Duca Tambasco – bass and backing vocals
Deio Tambasco – guitar and backing vocals
Gera Penna – keyboard and backing vocals
Lufeh Batera – Drums
Ginny Luke – vocals (featuring)

More Info:

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About:

LUFEH is a progressive rock/metal band blending technical precision with emotional depth and genre‑bending influences. Formed by drummer Lufeh after a long hiatus from music, the band now features guitarist Deio Tambasco, bassist Duca Tambasco, keyboardist/producer Gera Penna, and vocalist/violinist Ginny Luke. Their sound draws inspiration from Dream Theater, Rush, Vola, Tool, Haken, and Brazilian musical traditions.

Album Recording Credits:​
• All songs performed by: Duca Tambasco, Deio Tambasco, Gera Penna, Lufeh Batera, and Ginny Luke
• All songs written by: Duca Tambasco, Deio Tambasco, Gera Penna, and Lufeh Batera
• Produced by: Gera Penna
• Mixed by: Adair Daufembach
• Mastered by: Adair Daufembach
• Album Artwork by: Lufeh Batera

Norwegian metallers Triosphere unveil new video “Oceans Above, Stars Below” from upcoming new album out August 28th

Norwegian heavy metal band Triosphere have unveiled their new single and official video, “Oceans Above, Stars Below”, title track of the upcoming studio album, out August 28, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.

The band commented: “We’re proud and happy to release the title track off our upcoming album, “Oceans Above, Stars Below”. It is rich with contrast in emotion and intensity, and perhaps somewhat more complex than some of the other songs on the album. This mirrors the title and lyric which dives into themes of momentous changes, challenges, deception, acknowledging everywhere and everything that you’ve been and finding/discovering new ways forward within it all. We sincerely hope you’ll enjoy the music, and the official video we’ve made for it together with Kinorama Studio!”

Watch the official video for “Oceans Above, Stars Below” HERE

Pre-Order “Oceans Above, Stars Below” HERE

The band commented: “This has been a long, loooong haul! But we are happy and proud to say that we once again feel we’ve made a strong and killer album and thrilled to have teamed up with the great Frontiers Music for bringing this out into the world! It’s a more intense album, both in atmosphere and speed, with hooks and melodies that’s cooler than ever, and we deeply hope and believe the listeners will feel it was well worth the wait!”

“As with our previous album, we knew that we wanted legendary Jens Bogren at Fascination Street Studios to do the mix of the album. The studio could at that time offer brand new, stellar facilities, so we decided to also record the drums and vocals there together with the excellent engineer/producer Alexander Backlund”, they continued. “This has lifted the audio quality of our albums to a new level, and we’re just so excited to finally share it all with the rest of the world!”

Furthermore, they added: “We’re also thrilled to properly share with you the album cover artwork by Giannis Nakos of Remedy Art Design! We were well familiar with Giannis’ quality-work when we first reached out to him, and based on our discussions around the album title and lyrics, he has created a truly intriguing eye-catcher of an artwork!”

Triosphere’s music moves in between hard rock, power prog and thrash metal, and presents uniquely honest and hard-hitting songs; from the heaviest to the calmest, from intricate to classic, all led by strong melodies and compelling guitarwork.

Triosphere released their debut album “Onwards” on FaceFront Records in 2006/2007. It received rave reviews, and the award “Best Metal Album” from the world’s largest independent music organization JPF’s at their annual JPF Awards in Nashville in 2009.

In 2010, the band signed with AFM Records, who released their sophomore album “The Road Less Travelled” (2010), and “The Heart Of The Matter” (2014). Both albums received huge critical acclaim worldwide and consequently a growing number of listeners.

Throughout the years, the band has had the privilege of touring with some of the truly great names within the rock and metal genre: their first tours in 2006 and 2007 was with W.A.S.P., and in the years to follow they have toured Europe with Arch Enemy, Sonata Artica, Kamelot, Timo Kotipelto, Jorn, Crimson Glory and Sirenia.

They’ve opened for Dio and Nightwish, and played festivals like Wacken Open Air, Progpower USA, 70 000 Tons of Metal, Tons of Rock and Metaldays, to name a few.

The bands’ solid quality both on record and stage have earned them a steadfast audience and listeners around the world, and their long-awaited new album perfectly encapsulates the essence of Triosphere, standing the test of time.

“Oceans Above, Stars Below” Tracklist:

1.    Premonition
2.    Of Tyrants
3.    Oceans Above, Stars Below
4.    Monster’s Ball
5.    Through The Phantom Wall
6.    Shorelines
7.    Lightning In A Bottle
8.    Encore
9.    Embers
10.    Orpheus’ Bane
11.    Cadence Of Chaos
12.    Gjenklang

Line Up:
Ida Haukland – bass and vocals
Marius Bergesen – guitars
Tor Ole Byberg – guitars
Kenneth Tårneby – drums

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Tabernaculum Released Debut Demo

Sydney, Australia based doom metal band Tabernaculum (feat. former Gallileous and Persecution members) presents their debut demo, Tabernaculum , which was  released on May 23rd, 2026.

Tabernaculum Demo 2026 is now available for streaming on Bandcamp and YouTube!

Tracklist:
01. Intro – Crypts On Nibiru
02. Son Of Sodom (Stillborn cover 1985)
03. Total Maniac (Messiah cover 1985)
04. Erupted Evil (Necro Schizma cover 1989)
05. Outro – Crypts On Nibiru

Tabernaculum is a new doom metal band from Sydney, Australia. Founded mid 2025, Tabernaculum features veterans Karl Stepien (ex-Gallileous) on guitar/bass and Scott Mullins (ex-Persecution) on drums. Their debut demo was released on May 23rd, 2026.

Recorded and mixed at Rehearsal Studio 13, Padstow, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2026.
Mixed and produced by Jack Cranney of Rehearsal Studio 13.

The band is working on a full-length that will be released after the summer.

Line-up:
Beam – Vocals
Karl Stepien – Guitars, Bass
Scott Mullins – Drums

Despiser released their debut EP Wreck

Despiser has released their debut EP “Wreck” on June 12. The group from Northern Finland is mixing rusty and rugged guitar shredding with melancholic melodies. Wreck includes the already published singles “Live for Nothing” and “Weakness” and two new songs “Shades of Hate” and “One Man Extinction”.

“It came out surprisingly OK. There has been some doubt if this is ever going to be anything. This is a good way to show, that this is our shit and fuck you. The songs are representing the band and its sound for now. We’ll make even better songs for the first album”, the vocalist-guitarist Tomi Tuomaala says.

“We managed to pull off a package that sounds good and fresh even to ourselves. We’ve played some of the songs for years”, the drummer Ville Vitikka says.

The themes include for example self-destruction and self-loath, wrath and weakness, distress and despair, anguish and anxiety and mental issues. The moments when a person’s whole life is about to collapse one way or another.

The bassist and another lyricist Antti Halonen says that the word “wreck” can be used as a noun, a verb or even as an adjective. It brings all fours songs together even if each one of them is handling the darkest sides of human life from a different angle.

“A human can wreck, destroy, trash, break and shatter things way worse than matter. Not only buildings can lie in ruins and wreck doesn’t necessarily mean crashed trains or sunken ships.”

Wreck is first out digitally in streaming services and as physical version after the festival summer of 2026. Despiser is playing in Tuska festival in Helsinki in June and start touring in Finland in the Autumn.

”Modern metal is rising rapidly. Maybe music with vibes from the 2000’s has been a bit bypassed. But people have appreciated, especially at gigs, what and how we play. They’ve said that the direction is right and there should be more stuff like this”, the guitarist Eetu Kortetjärvi says.

EP is mixed and mastered by Lauri Hämäläinen from Sonic Pump Studios. The cover art is made by the photographer Petri Sara.

Wreck:

  1. Live for Nothing, comp. Tuomaala, lyr. Tuomaala & Halonen
  2. Weakness (feat. Sara Strömmer), comp. Tuomaala, lyr. Tuomaala & Halonen
  3. Shades of Hate, comp. Tuomaala, lyr. Tuomaala & Halonen
  4. One Man Extinction, comp. ja lyr. Tuomaala

Despiser:

Tomi Tuomaala: Vocals and guitar

Eetu Kortetjärvi: Guitar

Antti Halonen: Bass

Ville Vitikka: Drums

Despiser represents the new wave of Oulu-originated metal bands from Finland. The group is mixing melancholic melodies with more aggressive riff-driven Northern anger. The songs are about life through death and death through life.

The band is publishing its first EP before the festival summer 2026. The first music video Live for Nothing saw the daydarkness 29 January. Despiser has played live shows during 2025 in Helsinki, Oulu, Lahti and Tampere and the band is heading towards new stages in 2026.

Despiser was originally formed in Oulu in 2017. The band has re-located to the Southern Finland and found its new line-up in 2023 after many years of silence.

Social media:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@despiser

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Despiser

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/despiserband/

LA Symphonic Metal LEVINIA Sinks Their Teeth Into 2026 With Dracula Inspired Single “Bite”

Los Angeles cinematic‑metal outfit Levinia returns with the third installment of their 2026 four‑single cycle, releasing their heaviest and most visceral track yet: “Bite.” The single and accompanying music video arrive as the follow‑up to the band’s recent releases “Silver Tongues” and “The Thorn,” continuing the group’s evolution into a darker, sharper, and more emotionally charged era.
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​“Bite,” like all four upcoming singles, is produced by Brandon Friesen (Halestorm, Nickelback, The Hu, Papa Roach), whose cinematic approach and modern metal sensibilities have helped elevate Levinia’s sound into its most refined form to date.
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Drawing inspiration from Dracula, specifically the character of Mina Murray/Harker, “Bite” reimagines the classic Gothic arc of vulnerability transformed into strength. Vocalist Kourt Henson channels Mina’s evolution from prey to force of will, weaving a narrative of emotional reclamation, toxic entanglement, and the quiet power of survival.
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“‘Bite’ is for anyone who’s ever felt drained by something or someone that tried to control them. It’s about finding the strength to fight back and become something stronger than what tried to break you,” says Henson.
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Musically, “Bite” is Levinia at their most aggressive, relentless riffs, cinematic tension, and a vocal performance that swings between haunting restraint and explosive catharsis. Fans of the band’s heavier material, especially tracks like “Push and Pull,” will immediately gravitate toward its intensity.
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The single’s artwork features a single drop of blood, a minimalist but potent symbol tied directly to the song’s themes. More than a nod to vampiric imagery, the blood represents the shedding of a former self, a transformation born from pain, loss, and the reclaiming of personal power.

“Bite” continues Levinia’s 2026 collaboration with producer Brandon Friesen, who worked closely with guitarist Alon Mei‑Tal and vocalist Kourt Henson during pre‑production to refine the band’s most ambitious material yet. The partnership has resulted in a sound that is heavier, more cinematic, and more emotionally deliberate than anything in the band’s catalog.
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This single marks the third chapter in a four‑part release cycle that showcases the full spectrum of Levinia’s identity, from groove‑driven modern metal to atmospheric balladry to the ferocity embodied in “Bite.”

Recommended for fans of Within Temptation, Amaranthe, Nightwish, Lacuna Coil, and Delain, listen to “Bite” at the following links:

Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55Uw9l0cmAA​

Digital – https://hypeddit.com/levinia/bite612​

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Previous Singles:

Silver Tongues – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vqhk6j6wzKs​

The Thorn – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30EmGiQL7ug​

Levinia:​
Vocals – Kourt Henson
Guitar – Alon Mei-Tal
Bass – Liam Alexander
Drums- Dylan Suierveld

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About: Levinia blends symphonic atmosphere, modern metal aggression, and cinematic storytelling into a sound influenced by Epica, Lacuna Coil, Sabaton, Disturbed, and Evanescence. Formed from the ashes of Los Angeles power‑metal band Aerius, the group has spent nearly a decade refining its identity into something bold, emotional, and unmistakably its own.

Grammy-Nominated Hardcore Icons Hatebreed Join Forces With BLKIIBLK Records

Grammy-nominated, Connecticut hardcore icons HATEBREED, who remain one of the most impactful and enduring bands of the modern era and who are known for their tectonic-plate shifting and lyrically poignant anthems, are thrilled to announce that they have joined forces with BLKIIBLK RECORDS. The label will release the band’s forthcoming album, produced by long-time collaborator Zeuss (Rob Zombie, Accept, Shadows Fall). The much-awaited follow up to 2020’s Weight of the False Self is due out this fall. More details will be released in due course, but fans can follow the band’s socials for teases and updates about the record.

“BLKIIBLK put together a dream team to get behind the new Hatebreed record and we couldn’t be happier — new label, new horizons, crushing new songs,” says singer Jamey Jasta. “We are beyond grateful and can’t wait to unleash these tracks on the world!”

Drummer Matt Byrne weighs in, saying, “2026 is the year of Hatebreed. This juggernaut as we know it is picking up the pace rapidly and is taking no prisoners. As if 2025 wasn’t enough of a truly busy and successful year, this summer sees multiple European festivals/headline tours for the band, two separate U.S. legs of the Summer Slaughter tour, and a powerhouse of a new record dropping this fall on an awesome new label BLKIIBLK!!! We can’t wait to see everyone on the road!”

“One of my favorite things about making this record was working with our brother-in-arms, Zeuss, once again,” continues Jasta. “His connection with Matt, Wayne, Frank, Carl, and me goes far beyond the producer’s chair, I’ve known him since the Pushbutton Warfare and Jasta 14 days, he’s been like a sixth member of this band for years. When you’re chasing something timeless, memorable, and meaningful, having that level of trust and understanding makes all the difference. We would high five, scream, pace, and celebrate every time we elevated the song or hit on something killer. From ‘I Will Be Heard’ to ‘Destroy Everything,’ ‘Looking Down The Barrel’ to now, ‘Decisions Become Destinies!’ We got another one Zeussky!”

“BlLKIIBLK Records is proud to announce the signing of HATEBREED. Not only are they a name carved into the heavy music landscape, but they are as vital and relevant a force as ever. Perhaps even more so.  We are excited to work with Jamey [Jasta], who continues to bring new energy to everything he touches. Jasta and HATEBREED aren’t merely about perseverance — they’re about bringing the sound of the extreme to a new level. We’re honored to be working together,” said Frontiers Records Global Head of A&R/BLKIIBLK Label Head Mike Gitter.

Hatebreed will spend the summer doing what they do best — touring and bringing venues across the U.S. to their knees. All upcoming dates are below. Get tickets here.

HATEBREED ON TOUR:
7/2 — Reading, PA — Reverb
7/3 — Virginia Beach, VA — Elevation 27
7/4 — Jackson, NJ — New Jersey Hardcore 2026*
7/5 — Worcester, MA — Palladium
7/7 — Cincinnati, OH — Bogart’s
7/8 — Nashville, TN — Brooklyn Bowl
7/9 — New Orleans, LA — Tipitina’s Uptown
7/10 — Houston, TX — House of Blues Houston
7/11 — Austin, TX — Emo’s
7/12 — Tulsa, OK — Cain’s Ballroom
7/14 — Denver, CO — Summit Music Hall
7/15 — Omaha, NE — The Admiral Theater
7/16 — Cadott, WI — Chippewa Valley Music Festival Grounds*
7/17 — Chicago, IL — The Rumble (Cobra Lounge)*
7/19 — Saginaw, MI — The Vault Saginaw
7/21 — Sauget, IL — Pop’s Nightclub & Concert Venue
7/22 — Fort Wayne, IN — Piere’s
7/23 — Toronto, ON — Phoenix Concert Theatre
7/24 — Buffalo, NY — Town Ballroom
*Festival

HATEBREED ARE:
Jamey Jasta — Vocals
Wayne Lozinak — Guitar
Frank Novinec — Guitar
Matt Byrne — Drums
Carl Schwartz — Bass

ABOUT HATEBREED:
With dozens of pit-stirring anthems across albums, the Grammy-nominated Hatebreed have built their reputation through decades of ruthless breakdowns and an Iron Man touring ethic, consistently selling out shows the world over. Over the course of its career, the band has gone from playing basements and backyards to being a featured, must-see attraction on countless festivals like Graspop, OzzFest, Warped, and Download, alongside massive high-profile tours.

Described by Forbes as “more relevant than ever in the metal and hardcore community,” the quintet remains one of the most definitive live acts in music today and recently celebrated a milestone with their track “Looking Down The Barrel Of Today,” which is nearing 130 million global streams, making it their single biggest career streaming track of the modern era. To date, Hatebreed have sold over 1.5 million albums in North America alone.

Hatebreed’s most recent album, 2020’s Weight of the False Self, was praised as a “return to their hardcore roots” by Brooklyn Vegan. The album was deemed “one of their most aggressive to date” by Consequence and “pummeling” by Revolver, while Psychology Today called it “a blazing combination of extreme metal and hardcore punk.” Hatebreed remain one of the most vital bands in the hard rock scene.

Their signing with BLKIIBLK and forthcoming ninth studio album find the band harder than ever, stronger than ever.

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Idols star Stina Girs -fronted Unén Releases “Dancing in Flames” Single with a Fiery New Video

Unén, who released their debut album “Forever Winter” last year, are stepping into a new era with the powerful new single “Dancing In Flames“ as the first taste of what’s to come. Fronted by Stina Girs — who first rose to nationwide attention as part of the top five in the Idols competition and revealed her true metal heart upon joining Unén three years ago — the band wanted to launch this new chapter with a true powerhouse track.

“’Dancing In Flames’ radiates confidence. When you’ve believed someone loved you and it turns out to have been a lie, the ground falls from beneath you. But when life hits hard, every scar makes you stronger, and you rise ready for the next battle. Then all you can do is dance in the flames,” says Stina Girs, who wrote the lyrics for the song.

Written collaboratively by the entire band, the track marks a clear step forward from their debut album.

“We wanted to turn things up a notch, and ‘Dancing In Flames’ is the perfect example of that. It showcases many sides of us: rock-driven intensity, rhythmic atmosphere, a catchy chorus, and, as the cherry on top, a truly heavy mid-section complete with growls,” the band explains.

The name “Unén” originally stemmed from the band’s idea that their lyrics would revolve around the world of dreams. While the concept later evolved in another direction, the name remained. In the “Dancing In Flames” music video, directed by Elsa Wellamo, reality is firmly rooted in the here and now.

“With a high-energy song like this, the traditional performance video format really does it justice. As a counterbalance, dancer Laura Zaray brought a beautiful additional visual element to the video,” the band says.

Throughout the coming summer, Unén will focus on preparing their second studio album, while also performing one live show in Helsinki on August 14. See all tour dates here.

Unén is:
Stina Girs – vocals
Kimmo Pitkänen – guitar
Petteri Sinervä – keyboards
Harri Moilanen – guitar
Tomi Kallava – bass
Timo Larjo – drums

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Rough Grind’s Third Album Shakes Foundations of Heavy Rock

Finnish heavy rock powerhouse Rough Grind has released their third album, Neverending Night, on June 11, 2026. With this bold new work, the band dives deeper into the shadows than ever before, tearing a multifaceted and cinematic epic from the depths of darkness – a release that defies genre boundaries and proves that heavy rock can be anything but predictable.

While Rough Grind’s signature sound still pulses with raw power and relentless intensity, Neverending Night introduces a new level of deliberate nuance, soulful atmosphere and carefully woven soundscapes. The album serves as a compelling testament to a band whose melodic backbone is stronger than ever. Once you venture into this nocturnal journey, you won’t be longing for the morning light.

Listen to the album on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal, YouTube Music etc.): https://push.fm/fl/roughgrind-neverendingnight

Neverending Night will is available on all major digital streaming platforms. The album has been preceded by the powerful singles Shotgun Bride and The Great Divide. Since their formation in 2011, Rough Grind has released two full-length albums, Hardened (2022) and Pieces of Resistance (2020), as well as three EPs, Trouble or Nothing (2018), Four for the Road (2017) and Son of a Gun (2014).

Web page: https://roughgrindband.wixsite.com/rock

Facebook: RoughGrindBand

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roughgrind/

Twitter: @RoughGrind

TAMPA DEATH FEST Announces 2026 Lineup w/ VIOGRESSION, NASTY SAVAGE, LEPROSY, GANGRENESIA and more

Tampa Death Fest returns to the legendary Brass Mug for its 8th annual edition on September 4th and 5th, 2026, delivering one of the strongest underground death‑metal weekends in Florida.

This year’s lineup fuses rising underground brutality with veteran icons. Friday, September 4th will erupt with Syndicate, Eroguro Phantasmagore, Homicyde, Unholy Disciple, Leprosy, Sacrilous, Viogression, and Foreverless. While Saturday, Sept 5th crushes with Grave Filth, Ramtha, Gouted Corpse, Coathanger Abortion, Sapraemia, Gangrenesia (Puerto Rico), Must Not Kill, and Tampa legends Nasty Savage closing out the night.

As one of the bands that helped ignite Florida’s extreme‑metal movement in the mid‑80s, Nasty Savage remains a cornerstone of the scene and a perfect headliner for a weekend built on pure aggression. If you crave real death metal, raw, heavy, and unfiltered, the kind Tampa helped define, this is one of 2026’s essential weekends. Two nights. Zero filler. Maximum brutality. See you in the pit.

Event Details:

Date: September 4th and 5th

Venue: Brass Mug, 1450 Skipper Road, Tampa, FL

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1261714482664268​

Ticket Links:

Fri, Sept 4 – https://ticketbud.com/events/25a37be2-3998-11f1-af02-42010a71700b

Sat, Sept 5 – https://ticketbud.com/events/3510b89e-39a0-11f1-ac5f-42010a71700b

Get a preview of the lineup wth the TDF Spotify Playlist – https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0xXgzAxsCqGvjraz6l8YNh​

TDF Promo Video – https://www.instagram.com/p/DYwwzZXR8qK/?hl=en​

Tampa Death Fest 2026 Lineup:

Friday, September 4th: ​
Foreverless (Florida)
Viogression (Wisconsin)
Sacrilous (Florida)
Leprosy (Pennsylvania)
Unholy Disciple (Florida)
Homicyde (South Carolina)
Eroguro Phantasmagore (Florida)
Syndicate (Florida)
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​Saturday, September 5th: ​
Nasty Savage (Florida)
Must Not Kill (Florida)
Gangrenesia (Puerto Rico)
Sapraemia (Florida)
Coathanger Abortion (Tennessee)
Gouted Corpse (Ohio)
Ramtha (Florida)
Grave Filth (Florida)

About the Headliners:

(Viogression)

Viogression – https://viogression.info/​

Music Video – Light Harvester – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_cEP5Ed26E​

Formed in 1988, Viogression rose from the Midwest underground with early demos that led to their acclaimed debut, Expound & Exhort (1991), earning them a world tour with Death and Pestilence. After Passage (1994) and a long hiatus, the band returned with A Pure Formality (2014), reigniting their momentum and live presence. They pushed forward with 3rd Stage of Decay (2022) before crafting their fourth album, Thaumaturgic Veil (2025), praised for blending old‑school brutality with cerebral, metaphysical themes. The record marks a bold new chapter in Viogression’s evolving legacy.

(Nasty Savage)

Nasty Savage – https://www.nastysavage.com/​

Live at Legions of Metal (Chicago) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HT1V85ZQR64​

Nasty Savage is a thrash metal band from Brandon, Florida, that became well known for the wild and theatrical stage antics of frontman “Nasty” Ronnie Galetti. During the band’s early years, Galetti gained a reputation for his high-energy performances, which famously included smashing television sets over his head onstage. The group’s debut album, featuring the standout track “XXX,” was recorded at Progressive Music in Tampa and helped secure a deal with the influential metal label Metal Blade Records. Nasty Savage released four albums between 1983 and 1989 before disbanding. Following years of reunion rumors, the band returned with the album “Psycho Psycho” in 2004, marking their comeback with a collection of new material. Since then, Nasty Savage has continued to perform select live shows while maintaining its legacy as a cult favorite in the thrash metal scene. In October 2024, the band released its latest studio album, “Jeopardy Room”.

(Leprosy)

Leprosy – https://leprosy.cc/home​

Impulse to Kill – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ji2og7WzJS0​

Imagine horror, blood, and gore splattered across a heaping dose of true old‑school death metal, shoved into a meatgrinder and served with a smile. This is Leprosy. Exhumed in 1988, Leprosy is a Death/Splatter Gore metal force hailing from the Pittsburgh “Steel City” underground. Over the decades, they’ve shared the stage with giants including Napalm Death, Cannibal Corpse, Malevolent Creation, Forbidden, Entombed, Venom Inc, Exodus, Deicide, and many more, earning their reputation as one of Pennsylvania’s most enduring and blood‑soaked extreme‑metal acts.

(Gangrenesia)

Gangrenesia – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561028699841​

Music Video – Disemboweling Motherfc*kers Like You! – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNJOdx4-Hus​

Gangrenesia is an active, slamming brutal death metal band from Caguas, Puerto Rico, formed in 2022 and known for their ultra‑violent gore themes, hyper‑percussive slam riffs, and extreme vocal brutality. They’ve quickly become one of Puerto Rico’s most vicious new extreme‑metal exports, releasing multiple singles, demos, and EPs that have circulated heavily in the slam/brutal‑death underground.

(Ramtha)

A band to watch! RAMTHA – https://linktr.ee/ramthabandfl​

Music Video – Infinite Energy – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yXxBbuLLsI​

Recent WACKEN METAL BATTLE USA 2026 National Finalists! ​Ramtha is an extreme‑metal band from St. Petersburg/Tampa, Florida, known for fusing death metal, thrash, grind, and hardcore into a high‑intensity hybrid sound. Active since 2022, the band has carved out a distinct identity within Florida’s extreme‑metal scene. They’ve released two EPs, Void Tyrant (2023) and Through Eyes of Death (2024), and are currently developing a third EP slated for 2026. Ramtha has earned a reputation for explosive live performances, frequently hitting Tampa’s Brass Mug and sharing stages with major acts such as Exhorder, Crypta, Worm, Gruesome, Artillery, Killing Addiction, Bandit, Gillian Carter, Dayglo Abortions, and Hong Kong Fck You. With momentum continuing to build, the band remains a rising force in the underground.

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