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Czech Modern Metal Force STELLVRIS Unleash New EP “Shatter and Bloom” and Music Video

Czech modern metal upstarts STELLVRIS unleashed their highly anticipated new EP, “Shatter and Bloom,” last Friday. Ahead of its official release, the band is premiering both the EP and a powerful new music video for the title track, a showcase of their signature blend of crushing heaviness, soaring melodies, and raw emotion, exclusively via Decibel Magazine HERE.
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Formed in 2019 after an impromptu jam session led to their first live show at Prague’s iconic Music Club Modrá Vopice, STELLVRIS have quickly carved out a reputation for their powerful, emotional, heavy, melodic, and modern sound. With “Shatter and Bloom,” the band takes another bold step forward, pushing their sonic boundaries while staying true to the intensity that has fueled their rise.
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Produced by Christoph Wieczorek at Sawdust Recordings, the five-track EP delivers a dynamic fusion of crushing breakdowns, electronic textures, and irresistibly catchy choruses. Lyrically, it dives headfirst into themes of destruction, rebirth, toxic relationships, and the struggles of modern life, all expressed with raw honesty. The journey begins with the title track “Shatter and Bloom,” a defiant anthem about tearing down what no longer serves and allowing something stronger to rise. “Silence After Violence” follows as a stark warning against the growing tide of aggression in society, even among the youngest generations. With “Monster,” the band turns inward, confronting the scars of toxic relationships while celebrating the strength it takes to break free. “Time’s Up” offers a sharp critique of living life solely online, disconnected from reality and responsibility. Closing the record is “Starships,” a heavy, metal-charged reimagining of Nicki Minaj’s pop hit, ending the EP on an explosive note of energy and fun.
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​“Shatter and Bloom is more than just a collection of songs; it’s about destroying what’s toxic and giving space for something new to grow. Every track reflects real struggles we’ve faced or witnessed, from toxic relationships to the rising aggression in society. We want fans to feel seen, empowered, and connected through this music. It’s heavy, it’s honest, and it’s meant to hit both the heart and the pit,” adds the band.
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With “Shatter and Bloom,” STELLVRIS continue their evolution, delivering a record that is as cathartic as it is crushing, a testament to resilience, transformation, and the unbreakable spirit of modern metal.

Recommended for fans of Jinjer, Spiritbox, Holy Wars, Infected Rain, and I Prevail, “Shatter and Bloom” will be available on all digital platforms, along with Vinyl.

Bandcamp (Vinyl, Digital) – https://stellvris.bandcamp.com/album/shatter-bloom​

Digital (Spotify, Apple Music) – https://linktr.ee/stellvris.band​

Previous Music Videos:

Starhip (Nicki Minaj) – https://youtu.be/NB60FdC6B1Q​

Monster – https://youtu.be/JsamTLqtLAs​

Time’s Up – https://youtu.be/6DBq6ACb5eA​

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Track Listing:​
1. Shatter and Bloom – 3:18
2. Silence After Violence – 3:14
3. Monster – 4:16
4. Time’s Up – 3:32
5. Starships (Nicki Minaj Cover)
EP Length: 18:27
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​EP Credits:
​• All songs performed by: STELLVRIS
• All songs written by: STELLVRIS
• Produced by: Christoph Wieczorek of Sawdust Recordings
• Mixed by: Christoph Wieczorek of Sawdust Recordings
• Mastered by: Christoph Wieczorek of Sawdust Recordings
• EP Artwork by: František Jelen
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​Band Line Up:
​Nicol Hofman (vocalist)
Libor Hřebík (bassist)
Andreas Polášek (guitarist)
Hanz Polášek (drummer)

More info: https://linktr.ee/stellvris.band​

Omnium Gatherum releases tenth studio album May The Bridges We Burn Light The Way – Watch the new The Darkest City video now

Omnium Gatherum, one of Finland’s most successful international tourers, just released their album May The Bridges We Burn Light The Way, and the celebrations started a day prior with the song and video for The Darkest City, which you can watch here.

“The Darkest City is one of my personal favorites on the album, and when it comes after the three shorter songs, its cinematic nature and storytelling come into its own, also revealing the deeper side of the album,” says songwriter-guitarist Markus Vanhala.

“This song is heavy, demanding and rewarding at the same time, I love it. The Darkest City is the big sound of the songs on the whole album,” adds vocalist-lyricist Jukka Pelkonen, also thanking Soilwork’s Björn Strid, who produced the vocals on the album, for his contribution to the album.

In its structure, the band’s tenth studio album will kick the waters of Omnium Gatherum, which will celebrate its 30th anniversary next year, into a higher gear. The album was meticulously polished, and the reviews it has already received from around the world have been rave reviews.

“This is album number X, so we had to squeeze even more power out of ourselves, and I think we succeeded. We were able to take the old material polished into the future, and after the rather mid-tempo Origin album, it was worth putting a little more gas in the engine,” says Vanhala.

Omnium Gatherum, who also received an Emma nomination for their previous Origin, begun their world tour by performing as the headliner at the Hellsinki Metal Cruise, and the first major headliner tour of this album cycle will start in North America next week. After the Christmas break, the band will tour Finland, from where they will continue towards European clubs.

“We’re happy on the road, and I have to say it’s incredibly great to be able to perform these songs live for the crowd,” says Pelkonen.

“The calendar is full – just as it should be for us. We’ve just announced our first headliner tours in North America, Finland and Europe, and more are on the way. It’s a good fit for a band that is at its core an honest and sweaty live orchestra,” smiles Markus Vanhala.

May The Bridges We Burn Light The Way – North American Tour 2025
Supports: Aether Realm, Hinayana
Nov 16 – Boston, MA – Sonia
Nov 17 – Quebec City, QC – Source de La Martiniere
Nov 18 – Montreal, QC – Foufounes Electriques
Nov 19 – Toronto, ON – Lee’s Palace
Nov 20 – Detroit, MI – The Sanctuary
Nov 21 – Indianapolis, IN – Black Circle
Nov 22 – Chicago, IL – Reggie’s
Nov 23 – Minneapolis, MN – Skyway Theater (Studio B)
Nov 24 – Kansas City, MO – Warehouse on Broadway
Nov 25 – Denver, CO – Marquis Theater
Nov 26 – Salt Lake City, UT – Metro Music Hall
Nov 28 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon
Nov 29 – Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw Theatre
Nov 30 – Portland, OR – Hawthorne Theater
Dec 1 – Sacramento, CA – Goldfield Midtown
Dec 2 – Los Angeles, CA – 1720
Dec 3 – San Diego, CA – Brick by Brick
Dec 4 – Mesa, AZ – The Rosetta Room
Dec 5 – El Paso, TX – Rockhouse Bar & Grill
Dec 6 – San Antonio, TX – Paper Tiger
Dec 7 – Dallas, TX – Trees
Dec 8 – Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall
Dec 10 – Orlando, FL – Conduit
Dec 11 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
Dec 12 – Greensboro, NC – Hangar 1819
Dec 13 – Harrisburg, PA – Capitol City Music Hall
Dec 14 – New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre

May The Bridges We Burn Light The Way – Finnish Tour 2026
Support: Rabbit Cult
9.1. – Kotka – Street Food Factory
10.1. – Seinäjoki – Rytmikorjaamo / Seinäjoki Metal Fest
16.1. – Oulu – Kantakrouvi
17.1. – Tampere – Olympia
23.1. – Jyväskylä – Lutakko
24.1. – Helsinki – Tavastia

May The Bridges We Burn Light The Way – European Tour 2026
Supports: Fallujah, In Mourning
Feb 11 – Copenhagen, DK – Pumpehuset
Feb 12 – Hamburg, DE – Gruenspan
Feb 13 – Leipzig, DE – Hellraiser
Feb 14 – Berlin, DE – Lido
Feb 15 – Krakow, PL – Hype Park
Feb 17 – Budapest, HU – Barba Negra
Feb 18 – Prague, CZ – Rock Café
Feb 19 – Vienna, AT – Szene
Feb 20 – Munich, DE – Backstage Halle
Feb 21 – Aarau, CH – Kiff
Feb 22 – Stuttgart, DE – Im Wizemann
Feb 23 – Lindau, DE – Club Vaudeville
Feb 25 – Hannover, DE – Musikzentrum
Feb 26 – Aschaffenburg, DE – Colos-Saal
Feb 27 – Almelo, NL – Metropool
Feb 28 – Oberhausen, DE – Kulttempel
Mar 1 – Esch-sur-Alzette, LU – Rockhal
Mar 3 – Colmar, FR – Le Grillen
Mar 4 – Paris, FR – Petit Bain
Mar 5 – Utrecht, NL – TivoliVredenburg
Mar 6 – Kortrijk, BE – DVG
Mar 7 – London, UK – The Dome

May The Bridges We Burn Light The Way – Spanish Tour 2026
Support: TBA
APR 8 – MOS, ES – Sala Rebullón
APR 9 – Madrid, ES – Revi Live
APR 10 – Barcelona, ES – Sala Upload
APR 11 – Valencia, ES – Rock City
APR 12 – Vitoria, ES – Urban Rock Concept

Omnium Gatherum is:
Jukka Pelkonen – vocals
Markus Vanhala – guitar, backing vocals
Aapo Koivisto – keyboards
Mikko Kivistö – bass, clean vocals
Atte Pesonen – drums

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Evergrey releases new OXYGEN! single with animated music video

Evergrey, one of the classic bands of the 90s metal scene in Gothenburg, released their new single OXYGEN!. The song showcases the band’s core strengths – crushing riffs and a dark, brooding atmosphere. The lyrics of the OXYGEN! single talk about depression, inner struggle and the price of survival. The song is released with an animated music video.

“OXYGEN! is full of crushing riffs, interesting key changes and soulful melodies. Lyrically, it reflects the oppressive weight of inner darkness, but at the same time the eternal fight for freedom and the breath of hope. This song is written in blood – and we can’t wait for our listeners to experience it. You’ve never heard Evergrey like this before,” the band commented.

Evergrey has revamped both the line-up and the production team – the new single features the band’s new drummer Simen Sandnes, and in addition to Tom Englund, the production team also includes keyboardist-producer Vikram Shankar (Within Temptation, Silent Skies). The mixing was done by Adan “Nolly” Getgood (Periphery, Sleep Token, Architects). The fresh and modern result is both dark and hopeful.

Evergrey is now preparing for a 32-date European tour on the road to Katatonia. The Italian-American Klogr will also be on the tour caravan.

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Groove metal quintet WoR officially signs to BLKIIBLK and unleashes new video “The Revenant”

North Carolina based groove metallers WoR are proud to announce they have officially signed to BLKIIBLK. To celebrate the announcement, the band shares their punishing new single, “The Revenant,” alongside an official music video, available to view below.

On signing to BLKIIBLK, WoR shares:

“We’re excited for this collaboration with BLKIIBLK records and looking forward to sharing our new record with fans around the world. We feel very strong about all the new music and it’s exciting to work with the highly motivated folks at BLKIIBLK who share the same passion for heavy music and this project.”

On “The Revenant,” they add:

“‘The Revenant’ is a unique track that showcases the bands growth and development over the last five years. The lyrics, which are rather cryptic, were inspired by some of the darkest hours of this band, moments that only strengthened us and helped us in our relentless pursuit. The monster is finally here! Here to stay!”

WoR is a groove metal quintet from Raleigh, North Carolina, consisting of guitarists Ben Kaiser and David Nisoff, bassist Phillip Funderburk, vocalist Bobby Demoss, and drummer Raine Rumple. WoR was founded in 2018 by guitarist Ben Kaiser who at the time was concluding a collegiate football career playing offensive line at NC State University. WoR’s groove focused music takes influences from various subgenres of metal including groove metal, death metal, thrash metal, and metalcore.

By the spring of 2019, WoR had begun to debut their aggressive, chaotic, and extremely high energy live performances around the Southeast region of the United States, which was followed by the August 2020 release of their debut record ‘Prisoners.’ In 2021, after being delayed by the unfortunate events of a global pandemic, WoR finally hit the touring circuit in support of ‘Prisoners.’ The band toured relentlessly, building a strong following in the metal underground from coast to coast.

Tour markets included cities in California, Texas, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Oklahoma, Tennessee, New Mexico, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Arizona, Utah and Washington. WoR also reached Canada, with concerts in Alberta, Ontario, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

During the touring cycle supporting ‘Prisoners,’ WoR came to the attention of A&R representatives from Frontiers Label Group, a renowned global rock and metal label based in Italy. In 2024, after witnessing an especially intense live show in the band’s home base of Raleigh, the decision was made. When the label formed their new metal imprint BLKIIBLK, WoR was one of the first artists to be signed.

WoR stepped into the studio with renowned producer Jamie King (Between the Buried and Me) in 2024 to record a new full-length album which is slated for worldwide release on BLKIIBLK in 2026.

Stream / Listen to “The Revenant” HERE

WoR are:
Ben Kaiser – Guitar
David Nisoff – Guitar
Phillip Funderburk – Bass
Bobby Demoss – Vocals
Raine Rumple – Drums

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Heavy Metal Discovery WILLFIRE Unleashes “Inside Job”

Finnish heavy metal trio WILLFIRE has released a new lyric video for “Inside Job”, taken from their DIY album Homebrewed Recordings, out via Wormholedeath.

A slow-burning gut punch wrapped in crushing riffs and lyrical fallout, Inside Job unearths the wreckage of trust, power, and betrayal. The track drips with gritty emotion, where every line feels like a scar and every riff hits like a reckoning.

Hailing from Finland, WILLFIRE channels the raw spirit of heavy metal with a sound that fuses 80s rock, modern metal, and blues. Formed in 1998, the trio—Niko Hellsten, Tero Virolainen, and Marko Kuparinen—returned in 2024 with Homebrewed Recordings, a fully DIY album now reissued via Wormholedeath.

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Brass horns and violence – Folkrim’s new single

Folkrim spits out the successor to their September-released “Jack In A Box” – single. While the previous single took a few missteps offroad, the now-released “Patchwork Throne” roars straight into the nettles.

“Jack In a Box was originally supposed to be a lone single,” Folkrim says, “but we decided to add fuel to the flames and hammer away while there’s hammering to be done.” According to the band, the early November release “Patchwork Throne” will continue in the footsteps of its predecessor: “The darker circus gear might have gotten stuck a bit and the result is this amalgamation of fairground music and death metal. This means more violence with a sprinkling of brass horns.”

“Patchwork Throne” is the second single from a five-song EP to be released in the spring 2026.

The mad wildmen of the Finnish western coast, FOLKRIM, offer a more modern grip on the stale circles of traditional folk metal. There’s death metal, delight and mayhem in store from the band whose roots are more closely tied to Children of Bodom than to Korpiklaani. Let the blastbeat and bass groove guide you through the ale-reeking bog into a bittersweet dawn.

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“From the ashes rises a new world, a new chapter” – Northern Genocide released a first single from the forthcoming third album

Finnish modern melodic metal band Northern Genocide released a single ‘New World’ via Inverse Records. The track is taken from the as-yet-untitled third album. 

LISTEN: https://push.fm/fl/northern-genocide-new-world

From the ashes rises a new world, a new chapter. The new Northern Genocide track “New World” turns the knobs up to eleven and unleashes their renewed sound. The lyrics for New World were written by Northern Genocide’s new vocalist, Joni Parkkinen.

“New World is a story about how humanity’s greed has driven nature to turn against us. The song gives a voice to Gaia, tormented by a morbid misanthropy and a desire to cleanse humanity of the disease that threatens her. She offers you a chance to reach out your hand and step into a new world — one that lives by the laws of nature.”

— Joni Parkkinen

“The song was created more collectively than ever before, and we couldn’t be happier with the result. Let this be a storm warning of what’s to come from our upcoming full-length studio album”, says the band.

Northern Genocide has always been about finding new ways of combining musical elements without genre restrictions. It all started as an industrial metal project in 2010 aiming to combine exciting electronic elements with aggressive metal riffs. Today it could be described as modern metal or melodic death metal. NG has always embraced the freedom to create music exactly the way they want. Because of that, all of their releases have a distinct sound that has evolved over the years. The first releases ”Atlantis” and ”Planet Asylum” are known for their aggressive synth driven tracks but the latest two releases ”Genesis vol. 666” and ”The Point of No Return” already featured more melodic and orchestral elements. Strong and complex guitar riffs combined with aggressive growl vocals have always the core of their sound.

In 2025 NG  is working on 3rd full length studio album with new vocalist Joni Parkkinen. The album will come out in 2026.

Line-up:

Vocals: Joni Parkkinen

Lead guitars: Pyry Pohjanpalo

Rhythm guitars: Jussi Pulliainen

Drums: Leo Korhonen

Bass: Arto Viitanen

Synths: Rainer Pekkinen

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Greek Heavy/Power Metal Force SIRIUS Present “Edge of the World” (Official Video)

Heavy/power metal veterans SIRIUS are proud to announce the release of their high-energy official video for the track, “Edge of the World.” The song is a standout track from their critically acclaimed debut full-length album, A Quest for Life, out now worldwide via WormholeDeath Records.

“Edge of the World” has quickly solidified its place as a fan favorite, driven by its combination of heavy, cutting guitars, a massive wall-of-sound rhythm section, and an irresistible, sing-along chorus.

The official video is a direct testament to the band’s powerful live presence, featuring footage captured during their A Quest for Life album release party. Every frame vividly captures the electric atmosphere and mutual energy shared between the band and their devoted audience that night.

A Quest for Life marks SIRIUS’s long-awaited full-length debut, delivering a powerful statement that defines modern heavy/power metal. The album was recorded, mixed, and mastered by producer David Prudent at Made in Hell Studios, who focused on achieving a massive, organic sound—with “no triggers, no A.I., just pure metal.”
The record is a comprehensive blend of everything the band stands for, packed with anthemic choruses, unstoppable twin-guitar riffs, and a crushing rhythm section. Further cementing its status as a must-hear release, the album features guest contributions from metal icons Tim “Ripper” Owens and Derek Sherinian, with striking artwork by Jon Toussas (Graphic no Jutsu).

Formed in Athens, Greece, in 2007 and led by guitarist and vocalist Dimitris Napas, SIRIUS quickly established themselves as a formidable force in the Greek metal scene. After refining their lineup, they released their debut EP, Wings of Fire, in 2017, celebrating with a sold-out show.

They have since built a strong live presence, performing at festivals such as Under the Quarry and sharing the stage with artists like Luke Appleton (Iced Earth).
A Quest for Life is a testament to the band’s persistent dedication and marks their powerful return via WormholeDeath Records.

Last May, Sirius won the Rockwave Festival competition and performed at Greece’s biggest metal festival, sharing the stage with Savatage and Michael Schenker.

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Extreme Metal Discovery YHWH Return with Dark New EP Khatha

Belgian/Thai black metal entity YHWH are back with Khatha, a short but punishing five-track EP that breathes life into previously unrecorded compositions, confronting human cruelty, societal injustice, and the darker corners of myth and the mind. With Khatha, YHWH deliver a raw, uncompromising statement, reinforcing their place as one of modern extreme metal’s most intense and thought-provoking forces.
Khatha will be released digitally on 12 December 2025 via Wormholedeath.

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. Following their debut EP Tetragrammaton (April 2025, Wormholedeath), the band now unleashes the second chapter: Khatha. Prepare for the doom.

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Bunny metal duo Rabbit Cult: new single Row Zero & lyric video invite you to stomp in protest

Rabbit Cult, who recently signed a significant co-management deal with Arc Flame Entertainment and Till Dawn They Count, are releasing new music. The Finnish bunny duo calls for the brave to join their Row Zero.

”Do you dare to stomp where the silence kills?” metal bunnies Salla and Marianne ask.

Row Zero, combining heavy kantele riffs, cheeky beats, sassy lyrics and rabbits stomping in their flower dresses, comes straight from the metal bunnies’ heart. The song’s lyric video showcases the atmosphere in Hellsinki Metal Festival last summer and has now been released in YouTube.

The new song can be heard live already next week, as the bunny metal duo warms up the stage for Turmion Kätilöt in Ääniwalli, Helsinki. In January, Rabbit Cult will be touring Finland in support of Omnium Gatherum.

Upcoming Rabbit Cult shows:

14.11.2025 Ääniwalli, Helsinki, FI*
16.1.2026 Kantakrouvi, Oulu, FI**
17.1.2026 Olympia, Tampere, FI**
23.1.2026 Lutakko, Jyväskylä, FI**
24.1.2026 Tavastia, Helsinki, FI**

*supporting Turmion Kätilöt
**supporting Omnium Gatherum

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