Swedish metal powerhouse The Halo Effect are back with fire in their veins, unleashing an electrifying new single — a blistering cover of W.A.S.P.’s 1984 anthem “I Wanna Be Somebody.” Handpicked by guitar hero Jesper Strömblad, the track marks the band’s third reinterpretation of a Read More …
Batten down the hatches and tighten up your bottom end—Yachtley Crew have officially dropped anchor with their brand-new studio album Seas The Night, out now via Earache Records. The seven-piece SoCal soft rock sensations, affectionately dubbed the “Titans of Soft Rock,” deliver a smooth yet Read More …
Hideous, howling, gloriously unhinged — Australian death-metal supergroup WEREWOLVES have dropped the video for their latest scorcher “I Want To Be Offended”, and they’re serving it as the centerpiece of their most disgustingly delightful record yet, The Ugliest Of All. If you thought any band Read More …
When it comes to modern progressive metal, few bands have captured the imagination quite like London’s IHLO. Emerging with their 2019 debut Union, the band immediately carved out a reputation for forward-thinking soundscapes that balance heavy riffs with expansive textures. Fast forward to 2025, and Read More …
For decades, Possessed have stood as one of the most uncompromising forces in extreme music, credited by many as the originators of death metal. Now, after years of anticipation, frontman Jeff Becerra and Possessed are finally bringing their legendary sound to Australian stages for the Read More …
Testeagles: From Grassroots Grit to a 25th Anniversary Comeback Adelaide’s own Testeagles have always been more than just another heavy act — they’ve been a force that pushed boundaries, broke molds, and brought Australian heavy music into a new era. Sitting down with Matthew “Matty” Read More …
Bay Area thrash legends TESTAMENT are back in full force, announcing their fourteenth studio album Para Bellum, set to drop October 10th, 2025 via Nuclear Blast Records. A band that has carried the thrash torch for over four decades, TESTAMENT shows no signs of slowing Read More …
Symphonic metal powerhouse Beyond The Black have unveiled their brand-new single “The Art Of Being Alone”, featuring guest vocals from Chris Harms of German dark metal icons Lord Of The Lost. The track is the third glimpse into the band’s highly anticipated upcoming album Break Read More …
The wild, untamed force of Tasmanian metal returns. Van Diemen – often hailed as The Tasmanian Devils – have released their brand-new single “A Patient Man”, the first taste of their forthcoming full-length album Van Diemen III, set for release on October 14th, 2025. Following Read More …
Following the announcement of their forthcoming album Silver Bleeds the Black Sun…—due October 3rd via Run For Cover Records/Civilians—AFI have unveiled their latest offering, “Holy Visions,” accompanied by a striking performance video directed by Gilbert Trejo. The clip captures the band bathed in glowing pink Read More …
From Italy’s underground comes a band electrifying the scene with decadence, rebellion, and raw theatrical energy—Noir Addiction. Founded by Sonny Lanegan, a seasoned musician and producer with roots in both Europe and Los Angeles, the project fuses dark industrial rock, grunge attitude, and shock rock Read More …
Finland’s powerhouse of melodic heavy metal, BATTLE BEAST, have unveiled their fourth single, “Angel Of Midnight”, a soaring anthem pulled straight from their upcoming album Steelbound, due for release October 17th, 2025 via Nuclear Blast. The single arrives with a brand-new, visually striking music video Read More …
