Category: Press Releases

Finnish Modern Metallers EVENT RELENTLESS Put “The Last Chance” Video in the Spotlight as New Album Takes Shape

Finnish modern metal band EVENT RELENTLESS are putting the spotlight on “The Last Chance”, one of the key tracks from their upcoming new album. Originally released in 2025, the song’s official music video is now receiving renewed attention as the band prepares for the release of their new full-length album in early 2027. The video has already surpassed 50,000 views on YouTube, giving the track a strong second wave of attention ahead of the album’s release.
Rather than being a new release, the video represents an early glimpse into the sound and direction of the upcoming album. With the album currently in production and another new single expected before its release, “The Last Chance” offers listeners an opportunity to discover one of the tracks that helped shape the band’s next chapter.

“If someone asked what Event Relentless is all about…”

Vocalist and guitarist Juho Raita describes “The Last Chance” as a song that captures the essence of the band:
“If someone asked what Event Relentless is all about, I would play them this song. The track clearly showcases the band’s core elements: heavy riffs, melodic hooks, and big choruses. It’s straightforward, honest metal, with a bit of technical guitar and drum work sprinkled in to keep things interesting.”

The song combines the band’s characteristic heavy guitar work with melodic hooks and large choruses, giving an early indication of the musical direction EVENT RELENTLESS are taking on their forthcoming album.

Filmed in Tampere

The music video for “The Last Chance” was filmed in Hiedanranta, Tampere, Finland an urban industrial area whose atmosphere matched the band’s aesthetic.

Bassist Henri Soisalo explains:
“We considered what would be a great location to film a video for this song, and from a few options, the Hiedanranta area in Tampere was chosen. The setting felt suitably urban, offering just the right amount of grit that matches our vibe.
The building where we filmed was actually under renovation at the time, so while we were blasting metal at full volume through the speakers, construction workers were carrying out their jobs right behind the camera.”

The result is a raw and energetic performance video that reflects the character of the song and the band’s Tampere roots.

Watch and stream “The Last Chance”: https://youtu.be/euO1WSbydUs?si=Lgvogu4RZpZxXaNz

The video has now surpassed 50,000 views on YouTube, providing a strong response to the track despite receiving little promotional support when it was originally released.

Stream the single on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/4dA7I8WQeG0pUxZv3gf3Cc

More new music from EVENT RELENTLESS
“The Last Chance” is one of three singles already released ahead of the upcoming album.
‘Way to You’: https://open.spotify.com/track/6Ytvx2QHnAnRgUQzfSeaos
‘Closer To The End’: https://open.spotify.com/track/7H080VxYPXuBBnLgmJ9sYs

The upcoming album is currently in the works and is planned for early 2027. The band is also expected to release more singles before the album arrives.

The next chapter of EVENT RELENTLESS

Formed in 2013, EVENT RELENTLESS have built their reputation through more than 150 live shows across 15 countries, developing an international following along the way. Their music has been described as “hybrid metal” — combining aggressive, hard-hitting guitar riffs with melodic and grandiose choruses.

Following the release of their self-titled EP in 2018 and debut full-length album Circle in 2019, the band continued releasing new material throughout 2020–2025.

Now, with their new album taking shape, EVENT RELENTLESS are pushing their sound further than ever before.

Commenting on the new album, Juho Raita says:
“We are officially working on our next album, and we are pushing our sound further than ever before.
For this record, we are focusing on heavy, hard-hitting riffs that make you want to move, combined with massive, catchy melodic choruses. That balance between raw energy and strong melodic hooks is at the heart of the new EVENT RELENTLESS sound.
We are putting everything we have into these new songs, and we cannot wait for people to hear how the band has evolved. The next chapter starts now.”

Line-up:
Juho Raita
Henri Soisalo

For more info:
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3sZy79rxFucn1QKTnloPy7

Belgian Heavy Rock/Alternative HxC trio Virgin Prozak unveil blistering debut album driven by raw 90s-energy

Following two critically praised EPs and a growing reputation for explosive live performances, VIRGIN PROZAK finally unleash their first full-length album — a visceral collision between 90s grunge urgency, hard rock power and punk-rock attitude

Built on razor-sharp riffs, relentless grooves and pure stage-driven energy, the trio crafts a sound that feels both authentic and dangerously alive. No gimmicks, no overproduction, no compromise — just raw impact delivered at full force.

Balancing the abrasive tension of alternative rock with the aggression of modern heavy music, VIRGIN PROZAK channel influences ranging from Jane’s Addiction and Queens of the Stone Age to the chaotic intensity of Every Time I Die, while carving out an identity entirely their own.

One rule only: energy.

Prepare for a loud, sweat-soaked and unapologetic sonic detonation.

NEKOMATA’s New Single “Functional Beauty” Ignites The Band’s “Third Impact” Coming in 2027

NEKOMATA enter a new era in their story with “Third Impact”, a new creative cycle that begins with “Functional Beauty”, the first single leading towards the band’s third chapter expected in 2027.

“Third Impact” builds on the musical identity NEKOMATA have developed across their previous releases while pushing its defining elements further. Modern metal, tightly controlled grooves and a strong melodic drive remain at the core of their sound, now opening towards a broader range of influences rooted in classic heavy metal.

The new chapter also continues the band’s distinctive “concept-non-concept” approach. Rather than following a strict narrative, its songs explore individual ideas and imagery that stand on their own while contributing to a broader thematic framework. Obsession, transformation, and the pursuit of ideals emerge among the themes explored through the cryptic perspective that characterizes NEKOMATA’s writing.

“Functional Beauty” provides the first expression of this direction, examining the obsessive pursuit of beauty, attraction and perfection. At the centre of the song is the image of a modern-day King Midas, consumed by the desire to make everything around him perfect. Instead of achieving the ideal he seeks, that pursuit gradually corrupts him, transforming him into a figure incapable of satisfaction and trapped by his own expectations.

Musically, “Functional Beauty” pushes several recognizable elements of the NEKOMATA sound further. Melody and tightly driven grooves meet heavy galloping passages, an immediate chorus, and a succession of solos and rhythmic breaks blending modern metal with classic heavy metal influences.

“Functional Beauty” is the first step into “Third Impact”, with more music and further details surrounding NEKOMATA’s third chapter to be revealed in the coming months.

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​Listen to “Functional Beauty”: https://lnk.to/neoB3U​
​Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=maSJXtKHJOw​

Video Direction, Editing & Post-production: Gabriele Gafo Lei / Groundfloor Studio

For fans of: Monuments, Architects, Fear Factory, Periphery, Protest The Hero

NEKOMATA are:

Andrea Olivieri: Vocals
​Andrea Cappellari: Guitars and programming
​Filippo Zavattari: Bass and backing vocals
​Mirko Fustinoni: Drums

For more info:

​https://www.rockshots.eu​
​https://www.facebook.com/theprojectneko/​
​https://www.instagram.com/theprojectneko/​

BIOGRAPHY:

Nekomata is an Italian metal band… Are you curious to know what they sound like? They call it Power Core – and yeah, it means exactly what it sounds like. Heavy riffs, soaring melodies, metalcore aggression, death metal growls, cinematic electronics, and a bittersweet glam edge that hits you when you least expect it. No genre boxes, no compromises. They released their debut album “…And Then, The Abusement Park Left Town” in October 2022. Their debut album crossed the ocean: in December 2023 it landed in Japan via WARD Records, peaking at #36 on Amazon JP’s bestseller chart. In July 2024, they signed with Rockshots Records for their second album. “Euphoria” hit Japan in November 2024 via Rubicon Records, backed by two live shows in Tokyo before its worldwide release in January 2025. Since then, the band has accumulated more than half a million YouTube views across their official music videos. Two albums in three years, two countries like two sides of the same coin, with a third record already on its way. Just four years into their career, Nekomata is establishing itself as one of the most prolific Italian bands in the heavy and melodic metal scene – and they’re just getting started. Now it’s time for a new chapter… are you ready???

Electric Banshee released debut EP

British Heavy Metal band Electric Banshee has released their debut EP «Spiritual Overdrive». The release was recorded in Electryfier Studios and mixed/mastered by Piero Rigo.
Electric Banshee was formed in 2025 in London, England by José Rivera. Their music is inspired by themes like witchcraft, nightmares and cosmic horror and influenced by different styles within the metal genre. Their sound is characterised by highly energetic songs with riffs that sound both heavy and melodic, combined with mesmerizing atmospheres, catchy guitar solos and epic endings. Currently, they are working on new material to be soon released.

Belgian/Thai Black Metal Discovery YHWH Announce New EP “Baghavat”

The enigmatic transcontinental entity known as YHWH has emerged from the shadows to announce the third chapter of their sonic evolution. On October 30th, 2026, the band will release their highly anticipated new EP, “Baghavat”.

Following the trail of spiritual and sonic devastation left by their previous critically acclaimed releases, Tetragrammaton and Khatha, “Baghavat” represents a profound deepening of the YHWH sound. This third installment sees the Belgian/Thai collective transcending their origins to deliver a work that is darker, sharper, and more meticulously focused than anything in their prior discography.

To herald this new era, YHWH has unleashed the first single, “Chains of Slavery.” An oppressive and suffocating journey through dense atmospheres and relentless percussion, the track serves as a perfect gateway into the uncompromising world of “Baghavat.”

Formed in 2024, YHWH is a Belgian/Thai black metal band. All music is composed by Schem HaMephorash and her sister C. Bones, with S.M. Goat Ritual joining in June. Their first EP, Tetragrammaton, was released in April 2025 via Wormholedeath. The second chapter, Khatha, was released in 2025, and now it’s time for the third chapter: Baghavat

RECUP Release New Single ‘Miss U’, Produced by Fabrizio Grossi in Los Angeles

A very young band with surprisingly clear ideas about where they want to go. RecUp return with “Miss U”, their new single released on August 28th via Volcano Records and produced in Los Angeles by Fabrizio Grossi. The band will present the song live on September 18 at Rome’s Traffic Live Club as part of Volcano Rock Night.

Young in age, but decidedly more mature when it comes to music, RecUp release their new single “Miss U” on Friday, August 28, via Volcano Records, marking another important chapter in a journey that began almost for fun and quickly developed into a project with clearly defined ambitions.

Formed in 2021, RecUp have already released the five-track EP UNION, and with “Miss U” they reveal an increasingly distinctive artistic direction. The new single moves within a contemporary pop-rock sound that is immediate yet far from predictable, combining energy, melodic sensitivity and carefully crafted arrangements with songwriting that speaks the language of their generation without relying on established formulas. “Miss U” captures the moment when, after the end of a complicated relationship, there is no choice but to face what has been left behind. The conflict between knowing what we deserve and continuing to feel something entirely different lies at the heart of a song that explores emotional dependence, loneliness and the need to rebuild one’s relationship with oneself. Adding further depth and an international dimension to the project is the production of Fabrizio Grossi, the Italian-American producer, musician and songwriter who has been based in Los Angeles for many years. Throughout his career, Grossi has worked with artists including Steve Vai, Alice Cooper, ZZ Top’s Billy F. Gibbons, Slash, Joe Bonamassa, Steve Lukather, Glenn Hughes, George Clinton, Eric Gales and Leslie West. His career speaks for itself in terms of the experience brought to the production of “Miss U”: a work that enhances RecUp’s still-evolving identity without compromising their freshness, shaping a modern and solid sound that already reaches beyond the boundaries of the emerging scene.

The RecUp will perform “Miss U” live on September 18 at Rome’s Traffic Live Club, one of the capital’s landmark rock venues, as part of Volcano Rock Night, Volcano Records’ own festival showcasing a selection of projects from the new rock scene connected to the label.

Further info at
www.volcanopromotion.com

Enemies Everywhere Released Self-Titled Debut Album

The four-piece deathcore band Enemies Everywhere have released their highly anticipated self-titled debut album. Formed in 2022, the band first made their mark on the Finnish metal scene with their Endless Discord EP, released two years ago, introducing a new wave of Finnish deathcore with a relentlessly aggressive approach.

Last year, the band underwent a lineup change as Sasu Mikkola took over vocal duties. Following the change, Enemies Everywhere turned their focus even more strongly towards developing their own musical identity, refining their sound and putting the finishing touches on the album. The result is a self-titled release that sees the band’s sound taking on a stronger and more distinctive form than ever before. Today, Enemies Everywhere proudly present their nine-track debut album.

“The release of the album is an important milestone for us, as we spent a long time refining the songs and developing our own sound for the record. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing people enjoy our music when we finally get to play these songs live! It’s an honor for us to be part of the Finnish extreme metal scene, which is alive and thriving.”

The album features six brand-new tracks alongside the previously released singles Undead Masquerade, Atonement and My Vengeance. At the heart of the album is the band’s and record’s title track, Enemies Everywhere. Check out the music video here.

“If someone could only listen to one song from us, then “Enemies Everywhere” is the right one! The track captures the essence of what the band represents: modern extreme metal with an uncompromising attitude. The meaning behind the song is written in its title, and it also reflects the foundation of what the band stands for. Whatever you pursue in life, you can never please everyone — there will always be someone with something negative to say. There are always enemies everywhere. As cliché as it may sound, you have to follow your own path and make decisions based on what feels right to you, rather than trying to satisfy the people around you. That is exactly what we have done with this band from the very beginning. ‘Fuck your satisfaction’.”

To celebrate the album’s release, the band will hit the road for a Finnish club tour. Check all dates here.

Lineup:
Sasu Mikkola – vocals
Otso Saano – guitar
Ville Vesala – bass
Veikka Laru – drums

Tracklist:
1. Divinity
2. My Vengeance
3. Enemies Everywhere (FOCUS TRACK)
4. Ghost
5. Intertwine With Twilight
6. The Odyssey
7. Rise Above
8. Undead Masquerade
9. Atonement

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JUPITER CYCLOPS Announces New Album “One Eye Opens” and Reveals Music Video “Who Are They Foolin’?”

Arizona heavy metal band JUPITER CYCLOPS will release their sophomore album, “One Eye Opens”, on November 20th, 2026 via Rockshots Records. Building on the foundations of their 2024 debut, “Age of the UFOnaut”, the band pushes its sound further into classic heavy metal and ’80s territory while retaining the heavy ’70s rock influences at the core of its identity. The album’s first single and opening track, “Who Are They Foolin’?”, is out now.

With “One Eye Opens”, Jupiter Cyclops expand on the sound established with their debut, bringing more of their ’80s influences to the surface. Across eight tracks, the album moves through traditional heavy metal and NWOBHM foundations while exploring proto-thrash, slower melodic songwriting and more atmospheric arrangements.

The album was written against a backdrop of what Jupiter Cyclops sees as a society increasingly shaped by manipulation, control, and fear. Those ideas inform both the title “One Eye Opens” and several of the songs, creating a thematic thread around awareness and the moment when accepted realities begin to be questioned.

Rather than following a single musical formula, the record moves between direct heavy metal, classic hard rock influences, and longer, more developed compositions. It culminates in the 7:39 “The Initiates” before closing with its title track, “One Eye Opens”.

Jupiter Cyclops comments:

“We are ready to unleash the tunes that we’ve been working on over the last couple of years. It will be bigger, heavier, with our most diverse songs yet. The album was written while watching the world lose its humanity in real time. Manipulation, control, fear, and the realization that modern life is built around keeping us asleep. If you follow us, you know we are about big riffs and hooks, and this album is stacked. The album is finally coming, and we can’t wait to share it in full volume.”

Leading the album is its first single, “Who Are They Foolin’?”, a track that introduces the heavier side of the new material.

The song has roots that stretch considerably further back than the album itself. Its original idea was written by bassist Jake Melius when he was just 16 years old before eventually being developed into its present form with Jupiter Cyclops. Written by Melius and guitarist Dustin Lyon with lyrics by Aaron Peltz, the track draws from early thrash while incorporating elements associated with Iron Maiden and Deep Purple.

Musically, “Who Are They Foolin’?” combines heavy riffing with melodic guitar work and Peltz’s commanding vocal delivery. Lyrically, the song functions as Jupiter Cyclops’ protest song, addressing power and the ability of a relatively small group of people to exercise a disproportionate degree of control over others. In that respect, the track provides a direct entry point into the wider themes explored on “One Eye Opens”.
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​Listen: https://lnk.to/3dKd9J​
​Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7laATZPSwak​

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“One Eye Opens” was recorded at The Ripper’s House, produced by Jupiter Cyclops and mixed by Dustin Lyon, with cover artwork by Mashai Fattahi.
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​“ONE EYE OPENS” | OUT NOVEMBER 20, 2026

PRE-ORDER “ONE EYE OPENS” | CD & VINYL – https://lnk.to/OneEyeOpens​

For fans of: UFO, Thin Lizzy, Iron Maiden, classic heavy metal, hard rock, and NWOTHM.

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More info:

​https://www.rockshots.eu

​https://www.facebook.com/JupiterCyclopsArizona

​https://www.instagram.com/jupitercyclopsaz/​

Norwegian Death Metal Warriors OSKAAL Sign With Wormholedeath

Rising from the heart of Norway’s death metal scene, OSKAAL is proud to announce their signing with Wormholedeath label. Marking a new chapter in their sonic journey, the band is set to unleash their album, “(A)live,” on September 25, 2026.

OSKAAL is an emerging name in Norway’s extreme metal scene. The band delivers a sound that is both ferocious and deliberate. Bridging melody with raw aggression, and chaos with control. Their approach pushes beyond genre boundaries, shaping death metal into something visceral yet meticulously crafted.

At the heart of OSKAAL’s music is a dynamic interplay between melody and rhythm. Songs shift from moments of bleak disintegration to bursts of sheer brutality, laced with sardonic black humor. The rhythm section drives with precision and power, while contrasting guitar styles collide in rare synergy. Analytical and emotive. Technical, yet always serving the song.

Frontman Ole Stensgård commands with a voice that doesn’t just scream, but conjures. He channels something ancient and unsettling, delivering every phrase with a conviction that borders on ritual. His range stretches from guttural depths to piercing shrieks, but it’s the intent behind each sound that leaves a mark. His lyrics explore collapsing realities, forgotten gods, and the thin line between madness and revelation, painting nightmarish visions that feel alive in sound and spirit.

OSKAAL doesn’t follow trends or chase virtuosity for its own sake. Their sound is a carefully balanced blend of aggression and thoughtfulness, carving out a distinctive and compelling voice within the Norwegian and global death metal movement

OSKAAL Line-up:
Jo Aslak Aspås – Guitar, composer & songwriter
Jonathan Hamre – Drums
Erlend Andersen – Guitar
Tommy Køhler Salte – Bass
Ole Stensgård – Vocals

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Finnish-Mexican melodeath act Ulthima releases the second single from their upcoming album – Fast paced track about rejecting the narratives of powerful people

Finnish-Mexican melodeath ambassadors Ulthima is preparing to release their second album later this year. From Monterrey Mexico, to Helsinki Finland, the band came to be known in the Finnish metal scene with their Debut album “Symphony of the Night” in 2021. Now they have released the second single from the upcoming album.

The guitarist and composer Ric tells about the song:“‘Echoes of Silence’ was first composed right after the debut album and even after several reviews and changes it remained stylistically close to the first album. The song is about rejecting the narratives of powerful people, seeing the reality for what it is and learning to live with uncomfortable realities of life. Fast paced riffing, heavy intro and catchy chorus makes this a classic melodeath song.”

Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal, Amazon Music etc.): https://push.fm/fl/ulthima-echoesofsilence

Ulthima is a band that originated back in 2010 in Monterrey Mexico, the band went on hiatus until 2018 in Helsinki Finland. Where the band finally consolidated its members and finished their first full length album Symphony of the Night. In mid 2024 the band started the recording of their second full length album Midnight’s Call, which will be released in the fall of 2026.

Ulthima:

Ricardo Escobar: Guitar

Luca Guagneli: Guitar

Antonio Valdés: Bass

Niko Sutinen: Keyboards

Ville Nummisalo: Drums

Tuomas Antila: Vocals

https://ulthima.bandcamp.com/