VÛLOM Release New Video for “Longing”

 

Croatian doom metal band Vûlom have released a new music video for “Longing”, a track from their latest album, Love’s Lament, released on 13 September 2026.

The album follows A Step Closer to the Grave (2023) and explores deeply personal themes of love, guilt, sorrow and loss, focusing on the emotional scars left by past experiences and the difficult process of accepting inevitable endings.

Drawing inspiration from bands such as Saturnus, October Tide, Dawn of Solace, Hamferð, Paradise Lost and Swallow the Sun, Vûlom combine melodic passages with crushing heaviness and melancholic atmospheres. Their lyrics explore mortality, human insignificance and personal struggles, shaping a sound rooted in the darker, more introspective side of doom metal.

Vûlom’s current lineup consists of Domagoj Zrinski (vocals), Sandro Radan (guitar, backing vocals), Marko Katavić (guitar), Andrej Andonov (bass) and Bruno Biloglav (drums).

With Love’s Lament, the band continues to develop its emotionally driven approach to doom metal, with “Longing” offering another glimpse into the album’s sombre and reflective world.

Social Scream Release Official Video for “Now Command”

 

Greek Heavy Metal band Social Scream have released the official video for “Now Command,” a track from their new album, Setup To Transformation.

Featured as the album’s seventh track, “Now Command” appears in the second part of the ten-song release, which combines heavy riffs, complex rhythmic structures, and a dark, psychological atmosphere. The new video adds a visual dimension to the band’s latest work, further exploring its musical and thematic identity.

Following the presentation of “The Unified Field,” Social Scream continue to introduce different aspects of Setup To Transformation, bringing the album’s material to a wider audience through their latest audiovisual release.

Sternweh Release New Lyric Video

 

German atmospheric black metal and shoegaze project Sternweh have released a new lyric video for “Sterngeborgen,” a track from their debut album Sehnflucht.

The recording was produced entirely in the band’s home studio, with Christian Witt handling the recording, mixing and mastering. Formed in Germany in 2025, Sternweh is the independent project of multi-instrumentalist and horror/fantasy author Christian Witt, with occasional vocal contributions from his wife, Yvonne.

The project explores themes of cosmic longing, escapism and emotional isolation, combining dense guitar-driven passages and harsh vocals with fragile acoustic sections and clean singing.

IBRIDOMA Release Official Video for “Sangue Innocente” Featuring Giacomo Voli

Italian heavy/power metal band IBRIDOMA has released the official video for “Sangue Innocente,” the title track of their seventh full-length album, featuring guest vocalist Giacomo Voli of Rhapsody of Fire. The song is the first single from the album, which was released digitally on August 28 and physically on September 25, 2026, through Punishment 18 Records.

According to the band, “Sangue Innocente” addresses indifference toward war and human suffering, focusing on the tendency to remain detached from tragedies until they directly affect us. The album contains ten tracks and also features soprano Chiara Malvestiti of Therion as a guest.

The album was recorded at Ulag Zone by Mauro Ulag Mancinelli, with vocals recorded at Sound Distillery by Damiano “Killer” Paoloni. Mancinelli also handled the mixing and mastering, while the cover artwork was created by Gustavo Sazes and the official video was directed by Alessandro Moglie

NERUMIA Release New Lyric Video for “Aliénation”

 

Swiss project NERUMIA have released a new lyric video for “Aliénation,” the title track of their forthcoming album Aliénation.

NERUMIA were officially formed in 2001 in the Swiss mountains by Pasquale “Scual” Rivetti and Philippe “Phil” Privet. The duo released two albums, The Land of the Black (2003) and I Don’t Understand (2007), before the project was put on hold following Privet’s death in 2009.

NERUMIA returned in 2020 with a new line-up featuring Magnus and Juan. Following Juan’s death in 2022, the remaining members completed Senza Realtà (2023), incorporating guitar solos he had recorded before his passing.

NERUMIA now continue as a trio with the addition of Adrien, preparing to enter their next chapter with Aliénation.

The current line-up features Scual (concept, lyrics, guitars, drums and lead vocals), Adrien (rhythm and lead guitars, vocals), and Magnus (bass and vocals).

ACCIDENTAL DEATH BENEFIT Release New Single “Despair”

 

Siberian death ’n’ grind/deathcore band ACCIDENTAL DEATH BENEFIT have released their new single, “Despair,” on September 18, 2026. The track combines intense vocals, an organic production approach and lyrics addressing themes of social inequality and industrial dominance.

Formed in 2013 in Bratsk, Siberia, the band developed their sound within the region’s distinctive cultural and social environment. Their lineup includes a mathematics and computer science teacher who also serves as drummer, composer and sound engineer, as well as handling the band’s informational materials.

ACCIDENTAL DEATH BENEFIT released their debut full-length album, Venets Tvoreniya Prirody, in 2017, followed by the Big Brother Won't Forsake You EP in 2022. Their subsequent releases include the double single Essence of Evil / White World (2023) and the single Sincerity in Hatred (2025).

The band have performed extensively across Russia, appearing at major festivals and sharing stages with acts including VADER, MARDUK, SLAUGHTER TO PREVAIL and GRIMA. They have also headlined the international NOISE festival in Mongolia.

ACCIDENTAL DEATH BENEFIT are currently working on a new full-length album, which is scheduled for release in spring 2027.

SENSES Release Official Video for “Love Is a Lie”

 

Athens-based Neo Glam Cyber Rock band Senses have released the official music video for their track “Love Is a Lie”, now available through the band’s official YouTube/VEVO channel.

Taken from their debut album Out of Line, “Love Is a Lie” combines hard rock and glam metal elements with an unmistakable ’80s influence and contemporary production. The song explores the emotional disillusionment that follows when a relationship is revealed to be based on an illusion, focusing on the conflict between leaving the past behind and trying to escape its consequences.

The accompanying video is built around live performance footage, featuring concert-style lighting, neon elements, smoke and sparks, alongside black-and-white backstage scenes. The visual approach emphasizes both the band's stage presence and the darker, cinematic aspects of their musical identity.

Senses describe their style as Neo Glam Cyber Rock, combining elements of ’80s glam metal and AOR with a more contemporary and futuristic aesthetic. With “Love Is a Lie,” the band further develops the musical and visual direction established with Out of Line.

Decibel Dogs Take on Humanity’s Darkest Habit in "Day Zero"

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Florida-based rock group Decibel Dogs has officially released their latest single, "Day Zero," a track that merges heavy instrumentation with a thematic critique of human history.

Drawing from a blend of classic rock, heavy metal, and punk influences, the band utilizes heavy guitar riffs, driving basslines, and aggressive percussion to deliver a sound that mirrors the song's brooding subject matter.

"Day Zero" focuses on the cyclical nature of human conflict and societal collapse. Rather than detailing a specific historical event or hypothetical disaster, the lyricism examines broader patterns of greed, power, and oversight that have repeatedly led societies to ruin.

The concept of "Day Zero" refers to the metaphorical point of reset following a total collapse—a clean slate where civilization attempts to rebuild. However, the track presents a critical look at this renewal, raising the question of whether humanity is inherently bound to repeat past mistakes if core behaviors remain unaddressed.

By pairing hard-hitting musical arrangements with existential themes, Decibel Dogs uses "Day Zero" to offer a broad commentary on history's recurring pitfalls and the ongoing challenge of long-term self-preservation.

The single is now available on major digital streaming platforms.

MYSTFALL Release Video for “Remnants Of Tomorrow”

 

Greek symphonic metal band MYSTFALL have released an official video for “Remnants Of Tomorrow,” the fourth single from their latest album, Embers Of A Dying World. The album was released in March through Scarlet Records.

The video was created by Bob Katsionis and Alexander Haritakis, accompanying the song with a visual interpretation of the album’s atmospheric and conceptual themes.

Embers Of A Dying World explores an alternative dimension in which dreams remain alive while confronting nightmares in an attempt to preserve the human spirit. The album’s central concept focuses on the consequences of human actions on Earth, with each song presented as a separate, yet-unfolding story.

Wodos to Release Debut Album "From the Grave" on September 20

 

Wodos, an old-school thrash metal band from Lévis, Quebec, Canada, will release their debut full-length album, From the Grave, on September 20. The album's lead single, "Head Dead," is now available.

Formed in the winter of 2024, Wodos built their following through a DIY approach, producing hand-made flyers, recording their own demos, and creating their own stage banners. In early 2025, the band released a three-track debut demo on cassette and CD, which drew attention from underground metal publications and was aired on more than 50 radio stations worldwide.

Known for their fast, aggressive sound, Wodos performed over 30 shows across Quebec and Ontario in their first year, sharing stages with acts including Chris Holmes (W.A.S.P.), Quebec thrash veterans Soothsayer, and BARF. The band has upcoming performances scheduled, including dates alongside Canadian thrash pioneers DBC (Dead Brain Cells).

Citing influences such as Slayer, Sadus, Demolition Hammer, Dark Angel, and Quebec's early underground thrash scene, Wodos recorded From the Grave entirely using analog equipment. The album is described as a raw, fast-paced record aimed at longtime fans of classic 1980s thrash metal, positioning the band as an alternative to more polished, trend-driven acts in the current metal landscape.

Ultra-Violence Release New Visualizer for “All My Life”

 

Italian modern metal band Ultra-Violence have released a new visualizer video for “All My Life,” the title track from their latest EP.

Formed in 2009 when its members were just 15 years old, the four-piece quickly gained attention for its energetic performances and technical approach, eventually signing with Candlelight/Spinefarm Records. Between 2013 and 2018, the band released three full-length albums and toured extensively across Europe, the UK and Japan, building an international following.

In 2020, Ultra-Violence parted ways with their label and continued as a fully independent band. Working with producer Joakim “Jolly” Karlsson, known for his work with Bad Omens, they began developing a new sound and artistic identity.

The band introduced this new era with the “Beyond” EP in 2021, which earned placements on several official Spotify playlists, including Adrenaline Workout, The Core, All New Metal and All New Rock. In 2022, they collaborated with Kellin Quinn of Sleeping With Sirens on a new version of “The Silence” and released a cover of Bring Me The Horizon’s “Dear Diary”.

Following a series of standalone singles, Ultra-Violence have now continued their evolution with “All My Life,” combining their modern metal direction with the raw intensity that characterized their earlier work.

NIHILUS Release New Single “Absurd Patterns”

 

Indian technical death metal band Nihilus have released their new single, “Absurd Patterns,” taken from their forthcoming album, Borealis, which is scheduled for release in October 2026.

The video for the single was filmed at Drummachari Studios and edited by Aashank Pereira.

Formed in Bangalore, India, in 2009 by Siddharth Manoharan and Manu Manjunath, Nihilus have developed a sound that combines intricate musicianship with the intensity and aggression associated with technical death metal. Their lyrical themes explore subjects including post-apocalyptic decay, modern geopolitics, and humanity’s destructive tendencies.

The band established the foundations of their complex musical approach with their 2016 EP, Without Grey Matter. Their forthcoming album, Borealis, represents a further development of these ideas, presenting a concept-driven dystopian narrative centered on the gradual collapse of Earth.

Rather than following a single continuous storyline, Borealis is structured around a series of standalone stories connected by an overarching vision of catastrophic ruin. “Absurd Patterns” offers a first glimpse into the album’s thematic and musical direction ahead of its October 2026 release.

SENSE OF FEAR Release Official Lyric & Animated Video for “Kleos”

 

Greek metal band SENSE OF FEAR have released the official lyric and animated video for “Kleos,” a track taken from their latest album, Infernal Decay.

The song draws its inspiration from the ancient Greek concept of κλέος (kleos), traditionally associated with glory, honor and lasting fame. In ancient Greek culture, kleos represented the enduring legacy achieved through courage, sacrifice and great deeds—a reputation intended to survive long after one’s death.

The band’s new visual presentation combines animated imagery with the song’s lyrical themes, creating a journey through the world of heroes, legends and the pursuit of eternal glory.

“Kleos” is featured on Infernal Decay, and the newly released video is now available to watch online.

VINGULMORK Unveil New Lyric Video for “Krigserklæring”

 

Norwegian extreme metal band Vingulmork have released a new lyric video for “Krigserklæring,” taken from their forthcoming fourth album, Barmhjertighetens Fallitt, due in autumn 2026.

Formed in 2013, Vingulmork emerged from a shared obsession with melodic, riff-driven extreme metal. While rooted in Scandinavian black metal, the band has consistently pushed beyond genre boundaries, incorporating the intensity of thrash, the weight of death metal and the cold bitterness of black metal into their sound.

Their music is driven by anger, anxiety and despair, while also exploring more vulnerable and fragile themes. Over the years, their dark melodies and uncompromising aggression have developed into a harsher, more complex and relentless sound without sacrificing the rawness that defined the band from the beginning.

Barmhjertighetens Fallitt is described as Vingulmork’s most ambitious and dynamic work to date, built on brutal riffs, desperation and uncompromising intensity. The album sees the band pushing deeper into their established territory while reaffirming their position as a fiercely independent force in Norway’s extreme metal underground.

ANGA Release New Single “Demons”

 

German modern metal band ANGA have released their new single, “Demons,” offering a powerful snapshot of the band’s increasingly dark and heavy sound.

The track was recorded across three studios operated by members of the band: Thomas Höflein’s studio, SFR Recordings, run by guitarist Marvin Schäfer, and Helios Studio, operated by drummer Gabriel Illert. Mixing and mastering were handled by guitarist Thomas Höflein.

Hailing from Stuttgart and Aschaffenburg, ANGA combine crushing riffs, driving breakdowns, electronic elements, soaring vocal melodies, and the dark intensity of modern metalcore. The band features vocalist Anne Zeides, guitarists Thomas Höflein and Marvin Schäfer, bassist Fabian Streich, and drummer Gabriel Illert.

Following their 2021 debut album “Shadows” and the “Straight to Hell” EP, ANGA have continued to develop a darker and heavier musical identity. “Demons” captures this current chapter of the band: modern, aggressive, atmospheric, and confidently genre-defying.

Align the Tide Release New Single and Lyric Video “JINN”

 

Maltese modern metal/metalcore outfit Align the Tide have unveiled their new single and lyric video, “JINN,” marking a new chapter in the band’s evolution. The track captures a band that has rebuilt and refined its identity while embracing a heavier and more mature sound.

Formed in Malta in September 2015, Align the Tide spent their early years developing a distinctive approach shaped by a broad spectrum of heavy music. Their efforts culminated in the release of their debut album, Dead Religion, followed by extensive live activity both at home and abroad.

In May 2018, the band joined legendary industrial metal act Mushroomhead on their U.S. tour, performing in cities including San Diego, Seattle, Denver, Minneapolis and Cleveland. After further shows in Malta, Align the Tide expanded their reach into Europe with tours across Germany and the Czech Republic.

In April 2019, the band signed with Cleopatra Records, which subsequently issued Dead Religion worldwide on CD digipak and vinyl. During the pandemic, the band remained active in the studio, writing and recording their second album, Hollow, released through Cleopatra Records in August 2022.

Another major milestone followed in 2024, when Align the Tide supported deathcore heavyweights Suicide Silence at their London show, further establishing the band as one of Malta’s most prominent modern heavy acts.

Now, with a renewed lineup, a heavier and more mature sound, and new music on the horizon, “JINN” represents a statement of resilience and artistic rebirth. As the band explains, the song is “the sound of a band rediscovering its identity,” born from setbacks, lessons learned and countless hours in the studio.

With its message of perseverance, passion and unwavering belief in their vision, “JINN” sees Align the Tide moving forward without compromising their identity.

Watch the lyric video for “JINN” and experience the latest chapter in Align the Tide’s journey.

J‑L – “Ailleurs”: A Cold Descent Into the Invisible

 

Ailleurs is a threshold between presence and disappearance. In his new official music video, J‑L constructs a world where the body remains anchored in reality while the mind drifts into an undefined elsewhere. The track unfolds like a controlled detachment, a slow slide beyond the visible, where clarity dissolves into shadow and introspection.

Recorded at Heavy Music Records in Colomiers, France, Ailleurs reflects the core identity of J‑L’s post‑punk project: minimal tension, cold tonality, and a direct, unembellished emotional weight. The production favors sharp edges and restrained movement, allowing the atmosphere to breathe with a sense of quiet pressure. Nothing is overstated; everything is deliberate.

The vocals play a crucial role in shaping this landscape. A softened growl, textured and subdued, adds gravity without overwhelming the mix. It is a voice that presses inward rather than outward, creating an intimate tension that mirrors the song’s thematic drift. This approach gives Ailleurs its unsettling calm, a feeling of walking through familiar terrain that has suddenly become distant and dimly lit.

The video, produced by Dark Video Prod J‑L, extends this psychological journey into visual form. Stark imagery, controlled pacing, and a monochrome emotional palette create a space where reality feels porous. The camera observes rather than guides, allowing the viewer to fall into the same mental detachment the music evokes. It is a visual echo of the song’s central idea: escape not as fantasy, but as dissociation.

Ailleurs draws from the lineage of Post‑Punk, Cold Wave, and Gothic Rock, embracing their shared fascination with minimalism, repetition, and emotional austerity. Listeners familiar with dark alternative music will recognize a distant kinship with Killing Joke — not as imitation, but as resonance. The same cold pulse, the same ritualistic weight, the same ability to make simplicity feel monumental.

In the end, Ailleurs is less a song than a state of mind. It does not demand attention; it absorbs it. It does not explain; it invites. It does not take the listener somewhere else; it reveals the elsewhere already present within them. J‑L delivers a work that feels both intimate and distant, a paradox at the heart of post‑punk’s most compelling expressions.

ABYSSAL DECAY Announce New Album Call of the Abyss

Bellingham, WA — July 24, 2026 — Underground thrash metal force Abyssal Decay have announced their forthcoming full-length album, Call of the Abyss, due for release on October 30, 2026.

Drawing inspiration from cosmic horror and the terrifying mythology of Nihilash, the Faceless Sovereign, the album promises a relentless assault of razor-sharp riffs, crushing thrash rhythms, and dark atmospheric elements. Its concept explores themes of corrupted power, mass madness, decay, and the bleak nature of existence, presenting the Abyss as an endless ocean of living rot beyond the boundaries of time.

The first single, “On The Desolate Plain,” was released on August 7, 2026, offering the first glimpse into the album’s bleak and disturbing world. The track serves as an ominous introduction to the desolate landscapes shaped by Nihilash and the cosmic darkness at the heart of Call of the Abyss.

“Where Nihilash walks, death is not the end. It is merely the first layer of decay,” the band states, describing their music as an uncompromising assault inspired by serial killers, corrupted power, and the darkest horrors of the world.

Call of the Abyss is set to arrive on October 30, 2026, promising a dark and uncompromising journey into the depths of cosmic horror and extreme thrash metal.

FireFlame Drop New Lyric Video "Something Is Wrong"

 

Rising Japanese heavy metal outfit FireFlame have officially released their brand-new lyric video for "Something Is Wrong," a standout track taken from their acclaimed album “Force Against The End”.

Formed in Osaka from a university music circle by guitarists FireRay and Fire.J, the band eventually expanded to feature Connie Flames (Bass) and Mr Big Fire (Vocals). FireFlame solidified their final line-up on February 27, 2022, with the addition of drummer Show.G. Flame. Driven by a mission to dominate the global stage and revitalize the metal scene in Osaka, the group also co-founded the NWOJHM (New Wave of Japanese Heavy Metal) event alongside allies kitsunevi.

Defining their sound as "Modern Heavy Metal," FireFlame deliver a high-energy fusion of traditional heavy metal mastery, aggressive metalcore intensity, melodic death metal anthems, and explosive ballads. At the core of their sonic engine is the twin-lead guitar assault of FireRay and Fire.J, bridging classical technique with modern precision.

The release follows a monumental step in the band's career: signing a worldwide licensing deal with Italian record label Wormholedeath Records in March 2026. Armed with a international push starting with a three-day tour in Taiwan, FireFlame are set to bring their core philosophy—the "inner fire" of relentless spirit—to a global audience.

The lyric video for "Something Is Wrong" is out now across official streaming channels.

LASER DRACUL Release New Video for "Come To Me Witches"

 

Swedish heavy rock outfit Laser Dracul have unveiled the official music video for "Come To Me Witches", the latest single taken from their upcoming third studio album, Hin Håle Blues, due for release this September via Majestic Mountain Records.

Formed in 2015 in the industrial town of Borlänge, Sweden, Laser Dracul built their sound around a passion for the heavy music of the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Their self-titled debut album was released in December 2016 through Germany's Van Records, followed by Hagridne in 2020 on Majestic Mountain Records.

The forthcoming Hin Håle Blues was recorded at Sellnoise Studios in Borlänge, the same studio where the band's previous two albums were produced. With "Come To Me Witches," Laser Dracul offer another taste of their riff-driven heavy rock sound ahead of the album's official release.