Danny Wimmer Presents has announced the 2027 dates for the 16th year of Welcome To Rockville. Florida’s largest rock, metal & punk Festival returns to Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida on 6-9 May, 2027.
 
Welcome To Rockville 4-Day General Admission, VIP and Daytona Owners Club passes, as well as 4-Day Camping and 4-Day Parking Passes go on sale Monday, June 22 at 10:00 AM ET. Fans are encouraged to visit the festival website to sign up for the subscriber presale beginning Friday 19th June at 10:00 AM ET, and Jampack hotel packages are available NOW at this link.
 
Fans can secure their spot for as little as $1 down, with flexible layaway options available. Service fees on all pass purchases include a charity fee for the DWP Foundation, which gives back to local and national charities throughout the year.
 
In 2026, Welcome To Rockville celebrated its 15th anniversary with 210,000 music fans from all 50 states and 30 countries, as well as more than 160 bands on 5 stages at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. The festival featured performances from Foo Fighters, My Chemical Romance, Guns N' Roses and Bring Me The Horizon, plus TURNSTILE, Five Finger Death Punch, The Offspring, Breaking Benjamin, A Day To Remember, Godsmack, Staind, Parkway Drive, Lamb of God, Yellowcard and many more.
 
Welcome To Rockville 2026 also received widespread media acclaim:
 
"Welcome To Rockville hits different. With 210,000 fans and a host of the biggest bands in heavy music descending onto the massive Daytona International Speedway...it’s sort of like a hard-rocking Florida theme park.” — Kerrang!

“The 2026 Welcome to Rockville festival is in the books, leaving music lovers with plenty of memorable moments. Over the four-day music weekend, we saw song debuts, first-time performances, tributes to legends, new band member debuts, old band member reunions and quite a bit more.” — Loudwire
 
“A four-night music festival that rivals the biggest rock-metal events in North America…the heavy metal heaven is finally here.” — Daytona Beach News-Journal
 
“What Danny Wimmer is able to craft is nothing short of astounding…The festival brought the community of rock together in such a special and memorable way. Every set we saw felt more compelling than the last. The people running the festival put a lot of care into making sure every single fan has the best weekend of their life. It’s more than your usual four days of rock music. It’s the event of the summer.” — The Aquarian
 
Originally launched in Jacksonville, Florida in 2011, Welcome To Rockville found its permanent home at Daytona International Speedway in 2021. Since then, the festival has established itself as The World Center of Rock, welcoming record-breaking crowds and cementing itself as a flagship event on the global festival calendar. Each year, Rockville generates over $80 million in economic impact through tourism, hospitality, and local business engagement—making it not only a cultural powerhouse but also a major driver of regional growth.
 
Welcome To Rockville is produced by Danny Wimmer Presents, one of the largest independent producers of destination music festivals in America.
 
For more information on Welcome To Rockville, please visit:
 
Website: https://welcometorockville.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/welcometorockville
Twitter: https://x.com/RockvilleFest
Instagram: www.instagram.com/welcometorockville

Welcome To Rockville 2026, photo: Sam Shapiro

Photo Credit: Rhys Bennett High Voltage Photography

Maverick Aussie rockers Battlesnake have unveiled a video for their triumphant new single 'I Killed Satan'.

Watch the 'I Killed Satan' video here: https://youtu.be/vMzxGR4_JWI

Stream 'I Killed Satan' here: https://battlesnake.lnk.to/IKilledSatan

The band comment: "The song I Killed Satan is about kIlling Satan and the video is proof that we did kill Satan."

Fast-paced, theatrical, and crushingly heavy, 'I Killed Satan' delivers everything fans have come to expect from Battlesnake, while pushing their sound into even bigger and more direct territory. Packed with towering riffs, dramatic intensity, and the band’s unmistakable larger-than-life energy, the single arrives alongside a mind-melting new video clip that sets the tone for the chaos still to come.

Battlesnake will return to UK shores this summer as part of their I Killed Satan tour - cementing their growing reputation as one of Australia’s most electrifying heavy exports. 'I Killed Satan' is the first glimpse of new music that will unfold across 2026, supported by multiple international touring runs throughout Europe, the UK and Australia.

Taking in festival appearances at 2000trees, Bloodstock, ArcTanGent, Motocultor, and more, Battlesnake will be sharing stages with acts including Castle Rat and Cancer Bats.

Watch Battlesnake live: 

08/07/2026    The Booking Hall     Dover, UK    Supporting Bat Sabbath
09/07/2026    Chinnerys     Southend, UK     Supporting Bat Sabbath
10/07/2026    2000 Trees    Cheltenham, UK    
11/07/2026    2000 Trees    Cheltenham, UK    
31/07/2026    Fekete Zaj Mátra mountains, HU    
07/08/2026    Bloodstock    Catton Park, Derbyshire, UK    
08/08/2026    Downstairs at the Dome London, UK    Headline show
09/08/2026    Concorde 2    Brighton, UK    Headline show
10/08/2026    The 1865    Southampton, UK     Supporting Castle Rat
13/08/2026    Motocultur    Carahaix, FR    
14/08/2026    Zomerparkfeest    Venlo, NL    
15/08/2026    Dinosaurock    Mikkeli, FN     
19/08/2026    Hall Of Fame     Tilburg, NL     Headline show
21/08/2026    Obstwiesenfestival    Dornstadt / Ulm, DE    
22/08/2026    ArcTanGent Festival     Fernhill Farm, UK

Tickets: https://www.battlesnake.com.au/shows

Rising titans of Australian hard rock and pure heavy metal, Battlesnake have ascended from the underground to global domination with ferocity, flair, and unrelenting ambition. Channeling the grandiosity of Queen, the steel of Judas Priest, and the doom-laden power of Black Sabbath, Battlesnake forge a sound that feels both gloriously familiar and strikingly original. Defined by towering riffs, soaring vocals, and dynamic, theatrical songwriting, the band has cemented their reputation as one of the most electrifying acts in contemporary metal.

Formed in 2019, Battlesnake wasted no time making their presence known. Their debut EP Myths and Legends from Gorbag’s Domain (2020) introduced a band unafraid of spectacle, storytelling, and sheer volume. This momentum carried into their self-titled debut album in 2023, which expanded their sonic arsenal and marked their transition from cult favourites to serious contenders.

Their international breakthrough came in 2024 with The Rise and Demise of the Motorsteeple, a high-octane concept album that blended thunderous metal with intricate narrative ambition. The record struck a powerful chord across the UK and Europe, earning critical acclaim and propelling Battlesnake onto global radars as one of the most exciting and unpredictable bands in the genre.

That rise was amplified by high-profile tours alongside legendary acts including KISS on their End of the World Tour, as well as The Smashing Pumpkins and Jane’s Addiction on the World Is a Vampire Tour. Night after night, Battlesnake’s explosive live shows converted new fans, selling out venues and solidifying their reputation as a must-see live force.

In 2025, Battlesnake delivered their third studio album, Dawn Of The Exultants And The Hunt For The Shepherd, unveiling a darker, more refined edge to their sound. The release coincided with their biggest touring year to date, including appearances at major international festivals such as Download (UK), Copenhell (Denmark), Rock for People (Czech Republic), Mad Cool (Spain), and more, further proving their dominance on the world stage.

Now in 2026, Battlesnake stand at the peak of their powers as they prepare to unleash their fourth studio album. Backed by multiple international tours and an ever-expanding global fanbase, the band continue to push their sound to new extremes, bigger, bolder, and more uncompromising than ever before. With their trademark blend of epic theatricality, crushing heaviness, and relentless energy, Battlesnake show no signs of slowing down.

With critical acclaim, worldwide momentum, and an unshakable commitment to their craft, Battlesnake are establishing themselves as a formidable force in modern metal.

All hail Battlesnake! 

Battlesnake are:

Nick Zammit (drums)
Sam Frank (vocals)
Ben Frank (guitar)
Daniel Willington (guitar)
Billy O'Key (keytar)
Elliot Hitchcock (bass)

For more: 
https://www.instagram.com/battlesnakeband
https://www.facebook.com/battlesnakeband
https://www.youtube.com/@BattlesnakeTV
https://sptfy.com/PVxI

With 'Forsaker', Doomcrusher unleash a relentless metalcore assault that cuts straight to the core of betrayal, self-destruction, and personal rebirth. The latest single from the German heavy music supergroup is an uncompromising statement of resilience, transforming inner turmoil and emotional scars into a devastating display of modern Metalcore aggression. 

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/FhAdU0OgvTc

Stream here: https://arisingempire.com/revnoir
 

Featuring members of renowned German acts Any Given Day, Rage, and Betontod, Doomcrusher combine decades of collective experience with a fresh and uncompromising vision. Since their formation, the band has quickly gained momentum within the heavy music scene, amassing more than 2 million streams across digital platforms and establishing themselves as one of the most promising new forces in modern metalcore. At its core, 'Forsaker' is a song about breaking free. It captures the painful realization that some people, relationships, and even parts of ourselves can become toxic enough to hold us captive. Through brutally honest lyrics, the track explores the feeling of being trapped in an endless cycle of self-doubt, chasing shadows while becoming a slave to your own thoughts.

Doomcrusher online:
https://www.instagram.com/doomcrusher.official
https://www.facebook.com/doomcrusher.official

French modern metal force Revnoir return with their most ambitious release to date; 'Alchemised' ft. Carpenter Brut, an explosive new single that fuses crushing metalcore, industrial intensity, and an unforgettable chorus destined to stay lodged in listeners' minds long after the final note fades. 

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/PynEDpAPRlE

Stream here: https://arisingempire.com/revnoir
 

Elevated by a highly anticipated feature from internationally acclaimed synthwave and dark electronic pioneer Carpenter Brut, 'Alchemised' blurs the boundaries between metal, industrial music, and cinematic storytelling. Massive riffs collide with pulsating electronic textures, fractured rhythms, and hypnotic melodies, creating a track that feels equally at home on festival main stages and in neon-lit underground clubs. Lyrically, 'Alchemised' explores obsession, temptation, and transformation. Set against a venom-lit backdrop of desire and destruction, the song follows two souls caught in a toxic chemistry they cannot escape, drawn together by their flaws, their sins, and their inevitable downfall. Revnoir channel this emotional chaos into a cathartic anthem, balancing raw aggression with haunting vulnerability. The release is accompanied by a cinematic music video that expands the song's dark universe through striking visuals, immersive storytelling, and a dystopian aesthetic that perfectly mirrors the track's intoxicating atmosphere.

Revnoir online:
https://www.instagram.com/revnoir
https://www.facebook.com/revnoirofficial

Photo Credit: Leonor Ananké

French progressive technical metal force Gorod have unveiled the first single, 'Forgiveness', from their long-awaited new album The Ember Gone, due for release on 28th August via Base Productions and Season of Mist.

'Forgiveness' arrives alongside a striking new visual piece directed by Sébastien Duattis. Far more than a standard music video, the release takes the form of an almost eight-minute short film, exploring the concept of the Pyrocene, the age of megafires, through the eyes of a father. Haunted by the prospect of leaving behind a world consumed by flames, he is torn between regret, guilt and the weight of his own responsibility in a rapidly unfolding catastrophe.

Watch the stunning video here: https://youtu.be/0ooSyHdyntE

Pre-order: https://gorodofficial.com/the-ember-gone-release

The band comment: “Musically, ‘Forgiveness’ is undoubtedly our most progressive composition to date, a synthesis where Gorod’s technical prowess meets epic songwriting and territories the band has never explored before. This song gives us the opportunity to tell a story that is deeply meaningful to us, this time not only through the music itself, but also through its visual interpretation.”

Entirely self-produced at Bud Studio by guitarist and principal songwriter Mathieu Pascal, before being mixed and mastered by David Thiers at Secret Place Studio, The Ember Gone marks a bold return to the progressive spirit of Transcendence (2011) while pushing Gorod into expansive new territory. Combining groove, immersive atmospheres and richly layered arrangements with the band’s trademark technical precision, the album explores themes of environmental collapse, consumerism and existential anxiety through songwriting that feels ambitious and deeply human.

Speaking on the new album, guitarist Mathieu Pascal comments: “We are undoubtedly delivering the most singular album in our discography. As we are always driven by the desire not to repeat ourselves, to evolve, and to keep surprising people, we sought new ways to express ourselves through different musical vocabularies than those traditionally associated with extreme metal. This album is freer and more open, yet without compromising the complexity and richness of the songwriting, which will always remain the band’s trademark.”

Widely regarded as one of the defining forces in modern technical death metal, Gorod have spent nearly three decades carving out a singular identity far beyond the genre’s traditional confines. Since emerging from Bordeaux in 1997, the band have continually evolved their sound, combining dizzying technicality with groove, melody and sophisticated songwriting to become one of the most distinctive and internationally respected acts in contemporary extreme metal.

Across landmark releases including A Maze of Recycled Creeds (2015), ÆTHRA (2018) and The Orb (2023), Gorod have consistently pushed at the boundaries of technical death metal, whether through the progressive ambition of Transcendence or the razor edged aggression of Kiss the Freak (2017). Never content to repeat themselves, the quintet have built a discography defined by fearless experimentation and an unmistakable musical identity.

Still regarded as one of the tightest and most electrifying live acts in modern extreme metal, Gorod's compositions take on a whole new energy on stage, intense and dynamic but always driven by a sense of groove that makes even their most complex material feel exciting. Renowned not only for their musicianship but for their chemistry and connection with audiences, the band will bring The Ember Gone to stages across Europe this September alongside Allegaeon and Abysmal Dawn.

Live Dates:
4th Sept - Grenoble (FR) - L'Ampérage
5th Sept - Nantes (FR) - Le Ferrailleur
6th Sept - Paris (FR) - Le Petit Bain
8th Sept - Southampton (UK) - 1865
9th Sept - Nottingham (UK) - Rescue Rooms
10th Sept - Manchester (UK) - Rebellion
11th Sept - Birmingham (UK) - O2 Academy3
12th Sept - Leeds (UK) - Boom 
13th Sept - London (UK) - Underworld
15th Sept - Lille (FR) - Blacklab
16th Sept - Hannover (DE) - Lux
17th Sept - Nijmegen (NL) - Doornroosje
18th Sept - Haarlem (NL) - Patronaat
20th Sept - Warsaw (PL) - Voodoo
21th Sept - Krakow (PL) - Zascianek
22nd Sept - Prague (CZ) - Black Pes
23rd Sept - Munich (DE) - Backstage Club
24th Sept - Aarau (CH) - Kiff
25th Sept - Koln (DE) - Euroblast Festival 

For more:
Linktree || Instagram || Facebook || Spotify || Website 

Tracklist:
1. Signs
2. Devise
3. Forgiveness
4. Regret
5. Crimson
6. Ignite
7. Ember
8. Remains

Photo Credit: Katharina Sterl 

Building on the massive momentum of their million-streaming hit 'Good Enough', RISING INSANE have joined forces with ACCVSED for their explosive new single, 'DARK'. The track offers a standout testament to the band's relentless creative drive and serves as the latest taste of their highly anticipated upcoming album, DEATHRACE, arriving on 21st August via Long Branch Records.

Reflecting on the song’s turbulent journey from the cutting room floor to centre stage, RISING INSANE share: "'DARK' was actually on the chopping block for the album for a long time before it unexpectedly transformed into a single. When Sven played the instrumental for the first time, some incredible vocal ideas immediately clicked. But as it often goes, initial ideas don’t always pan out the way you hope. As a result, the song ended up gathering dust for a while. Yet, that initial spark from the instrumental version never truly faded, which pushed us to give it a second shot - and that definitive rewrite finally brought 'DARK' to life. Being able to bring ACCVSED on board for a feature was an absolute blessing, and we couldn't be happier with how it turned out."

Watch the video to 'DARK' (feat. ACCVSED) here: https://youtu.be/OVRLV1jRP_c

Pre-order the new album and stream the single here: https://risinginsane.lnk.to/deathrace

Since their debut, RISING INSANE have evolved from a fierce independent quintet into a global heavy-hitter, amassing millions of streams across their previous catalogue. Their journey to the top has been defined by elite company, having shared stages with genre icons like Papa Roach, Of Mice & Men, and Stray From the Path, transforming them into an unstoppable live force.

This momentum is now reaching a fever pitch with their upcoming album, DEATHRACE. The record includes the standout track 'Good Enough' (feat. CASKETS), alongside the dark and mature 'Error' (feat. Steven Jones of Bleed From Within). Fans can also look forward to explosive new collaborations on the album with ACCVSED and David Schneider (The Butcher Sisters).

DEATHRACE marks the band’s most radical chapter yet, stripping away polished refinement in favour of raw power and primal riffs. It is a limit-breaking statement that finally pushes their sound to the absolute limit - RISING INSANE have never stood still, but now they are finally flooring it.

RISING INSANE are:
Aaron Steineker - Vocals
Sven Polizuk - Guitar
Ulf Hedenkamp - Bass
Florian Köchy - Guitar
Robert Kühling - Drums

Rising Insane are:
https://risinginsane.de
https://www.tiktok.com/@rising_insane
https://www.instagram.com/rising_insane
https://www.facebook.com/risinginsaneband

Tracklisting:

1 INTRO
2 DEATHRACE
3 COUNTDOWN
4 OUTRAGE
5 TRAUMATIZED
6 DARK FEAT. ACCVSED
7 NARCISSIST
8 DIRT
9 GREY FEAT. DAVID SCHNEIDER
10 ERROR FEAT. STEVEN JONES
11 GOOD ENOUGH FEAT. CASKETS

US-based Symphonic Black Metal quartet STORMKEEP have unveiled 'The Black Dragons Of Iswylm', the third single and centrepiece from their highly anticipated second album The Nocturnes Of Iswylm, out 12th June via Vesperian.

Watch 'The Black Dragons Of Iswylm' video here: https://youtu.be/y4Pntm7CLGg

Pre-order for The Nocturnes Of Iswylm here: https://tr.ee/vesperian_stormkeep

A visual statement unlike anything STORMKEEP have done before: The video marks a watershed moment for the band — not just sonically, but as a visual entity. Directed by Michael Ragen, the award-winning filmmaker and cinematographer behind one of heavy music's most celebrated recent visual achievements — the stunning 20-minute short film The Stargate for Blood Incantation, for which Ragen served as director, cinematographer, and editor — and known for his work on Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities: The Viewing — the clip for 'The Black Dragons Of Iswylm' is nothing short of breathtaking.

Where STORMKEEP have long been recognized for the grandeur of their music, a compelling visual counterpart has been largely absent from their body of work - until now. Ragen brings to the project the same cinematic ambition and meticulous craft that made his collaboration with Blood Incantation a landmark in metal filmmaking: an approach defined by mind-bending imagery, immersive storytelling, and a commitment to creating cohesive, visually distinct worlds. The result is a video that does not merely accompany the music - it gives the world of Iswylm a face, a texture, and a pulse.

Crucially, the band members themselves appear in the video - stepping into the frame as the mythological figures they have always been within the world of Elda. Each member, through their own moniker, becomes a protagonist in the unfolding story of the Seer, integrating the human behind the music into the legend itself. It is a rare kind of artistic commitment: the creators and their creation made inseparable.

This is STORMKEEP stepping fully into the light as a visual force.

The video arrives two days ahead of the album itself, and serves as the ideal entry point into what is, by any measure, the most ambitious record of STORMKEEP's career.

Continuing the story first opened on Tales Of Othertime, The Nocturnes Of Iswylm further develops the band's self-described "black metal symphonia": a blend of regal, medieval atmosphere, and fantastical storytelling, carried by precise songwriting and a strong sense of place. Yet make no mistake — this is not a sequel in any conservative sense of the word. The band has sacrificed their prancing, dungeon synth-laden, dragon-summoning comfort zone in favor of something more psychologically complex, exploring the inner world of their protagonist, The Seer, and drawing on their deeper goth influences. The album is more dynamic, more melodic, and more subdued than its predecessor — while remaining unmistakably STORMKEEP.

Produced by the band together with Michael Zech, known for his work with SECRETS OF THE MOON, DARK FORTRESS, and THE RUINS OF BEVERAST, and mastered by Arthur Rizk, whose credits include BLOOD INCANTATION, POWER TRIP, and WORM, The Nocturnes Of Iswylm presents STORMKEEP’s vision with clarity and depth. The cover artwork was created by Simon Bisley, whose unmistakable visual language adds another striking layer to the world of the album. Additional extensive artwork was created by Valnoir, known for his work with ULVER, PARADISE LOST, AMORPHIS, and more.

The album is available on vinyl in multiple limited variants, including exclusive Europe and North America editions. Get your copy of the album from your local record store, your mailorder company or from the Vesperian webstore / Bandcamp store.

STORMKEEP are:
Otheyn Vermithrax: Vocals, guitar, keyboards, drums
Apokteino: Guitar
Nebula Husk: Bass
Lord Dahthar: Keyboards

Vesperian online:
www.vesperian.world 
https://vesperian.bandcamp.com
www.instagram.com/vesperian.world 
www.youtube.com/@Vesperian.watchers 

Photo Credit: Vesperian

Vesperian presents 'Moths', the second single from Portland based DRY WEDDING, arriving alongside a new video and marking the announcement of the band’s upcoming third album, The Back Of Beyond, set for release on 31st July via Vesperian.

Watch 'Moths' video here: https://youtu.be/s1BrEWf2vwg
 
Listen to 'Moths' and pre-order The Back Of Beyond (from 17th June) here: https://tr.ee/vesperian_drywedding
 
Following the release of 'Arrowhead', which introduced listeners to the band’s most intense and expansive material to date, 'Moths' deepens the sonic palette. The track leans into restraint and atmosphere while maintaining the raw physicality that defines the band’s sound. Layers of post punk tension, gothic country textures, and the weight of noise rock and doom converge into something both deliberate and volatile.
 
Vocalist / guitarist Davey Ferchow commented: “As we began writing our third album, we wanted to push certain sonic elements further than ever. ‘Moths’ was an exercise in patience and restraint, and it quickly became a band favorite. Our new music video blends raw performance footage with Lynchian visuals to reflect the song’s lyrical themes, the tenebrous parts of ourselves that we hope to conceal and the all consuming impact of bringing them to light.”
 
Directed by Olivia Bayer, the video reinforces this duality, combining direct, unfiltered performance with a more abstract visual language. The result is a piece that mirrors the internal tension at the core of the track, where control and collapse coexist.

Recorded and mixed by Adam Pike at Toadhouse Recording and mastered by Adam Gonsalves at Telegraph Mastering in Portland, Oregon, The Back Of Beyond further expands the band's blend of post punk tension, gothic country atmosphere, noise rock weight and doom laden intensity. The album artwork was created by Adam Burke of Nightjar Illustration, with layout and design by John Haughm. 

With this new material, DRY WEDDING continue to refine a sound that resists easy categorisation, moving fluidly between genres while maintaining a distinct identity rooted in intensity, texture, and emotional weight.

For more information, to subscribe to their newsletter: https://www.vesperian.world/newsletter/

DRY WEDDING are:
Davey Ferchow - vocals, guitar
Jarrod Green - guitar, synth
Chadwick Ferguson - bass
Tom Fuller – drums

DRY WEDDING online:
https://www.instagram.com/drywedding
https://www.facebook.com/drywedding
https://drywedding.bandcamp.com/

Vesperian online:
www.vesperian.world 
www.instagram.com/vesperian.world 
www.youtube.com/@Vesperian.watchers 

Track list:
1. Arrowhead
2. The Serpent Box
3. Sure As A Gun
4. Blood-Red Vengeance
One Last Strand
5. Moths
6. Shifting Wilderness

Formats:
• Jewelcase CD
• Tape
• Digital
• LP with inlay and OBI strip
• Black vinyl
• Sea blue vinyl limited to 250 copies

Photo Credit: Rhys Bennett High Voltage Photography

Maverick Aussie rockers Battlesnake ignite 2026 with their triumphant new single 'I Killed Satan'. Arriving shortly before the band’s massive European and UK touring run, the track marks the beginning of Battlesnake’s next campaign and signals a ferocious new era for one of Australia’s most distinctive heavy acts.

Fast-paced, theatrical, and crushingly heavy, 'I Killed Satan' delivers everything fans have come to expect from Battlesnake, while pushing their sound into even bigger and more direct territory. Packed with towering riffs, dramatic intensity, and the band’s unmistakable larger-than-life energy, the single arrives alongside a mind-melting new video clip that sets the tone for the chaos still to come.

Stream 'I Killed Satan' here: https://battlesnake.lnk.to/IKilledSatan
Video arrives next week.

The band comment: "'I Killed Satan' is about killing Satan."

Battlesnake will return to UK shores this summer as part of their I Killed Satan tour - cementing their growing reputation as one of Australia’s most electrifying heavy exports. 'I Killed Satan' is the first glimpse of new music that will unfold across 2026, supported by multiple international touring runs throughout Europe, the UK and Australia.

Taking in festival appearances at 2000trees, Bloodstock, ArcTanGent, Motocultor, and more, Battlesnake will be sharing stages with acts including Castle Rat and Cancer Bats.

With every performance, Battlesnake continue to solidify their reputation as one of the most dynamic and unpredictable live bands in modern heavy music.

Watch Battlesnake live: 

08/07/2026    The Booking Hall     Dover, UK    Supporting Bat Sabbath
09/07/2026    Chinnerys     Southend, UK     Supporting Bat Sabbath
10/07/2026    2000 Trees    Cheltenham, UK    
11/07/2026    2000 Trees    Cheltenham, UK    
31/07/2026    Fekete Zaj Mátra mountains, HU    
07/08/2026    Bloodstock    Catton Park, Derbyshire, UK    
08/08/2026    Downstairs at the Dome London, UK    Headline show
09/08/2026    Concorde 2    Brighton, UK    Headline show
10/08/2026    The 1865    Southampton, UK     Supporting Castle Rat
13/08/2026    Motocultur    Carahaix, FR    
14/08/2026    Zomerparkfeest    Venlo, NL    
15/08/2026    Dinosaurock    Mikkeli, FN     
19/08/2026    Hall Of Fame     Tilburg, NL     Headline show
21/08/2026    Obstwiesenfestival    Dornstadt / Ulm, DE    
22/08/2026    ArcTanGent Festival     Fernhill Farm, UK

Tickets: https://www.battlesnake.com.au/shows

Rising titans of Australian hard rock and pure heavy metal, Battlesnake have ascended from the underground to global domination with ferocity, flair, and unrelenting ambition. Channeling the grandiosity of Queen, the steel of Judas Priest, and the doom-laden power of Black Sabbath, Battlesnake forge a sound that feels both gloriously familiar and strikingly original. Defined by towering riffs, soaring vocals, and dynamic, theatrical songwriting, the band has cemented their reputation as one of the most electrifying acts in contemporary metal.

Formed in 2019, Battlesnake wasted no time making their presence known. Their debut EP Myths and Legends from Gorbag’s Domain (2020) introduced a band unafraid of spectacle, storytelling, and sheer volume. This momentum carried into their self-titled debut album in 2023, which expanded their sonic arsenal and marked their transition from cult favourites to serious contenders.

Their international breakthrough came in 2024 with The Rise and Demise of the Motorsteeple, a high-octane concept album that blended thunderous metal with intricate narrative ambition. The record struck a powerful chord across the UK and Europe, earning critical acclaim and propelling Battlesnake onto global radars as one of the most exciting and unpredictable bands in the genre.

That rise was amplified by high-profile tours alongside legendary acts including KISS on their End of the World Tour, as well as The Smashing Pumpkins and Jane’s Addiction on the World Is a Vampire Tour. Night after night, Battlesnake’s explosive live shows converted new fans, selling out venues and solidifying their reputation as a must-see live force.

In 2025, Battlesnake delivered their third studio album, Dawn Of The Exultants And The Hunt For The Shepherd, unveiling a darker, more refined edge to their sound. The release coincided with their biggest touring year to date, including appearances at major international festivals such as Download (UK), Copenhell (Denmark), Rock for People (Czech Republic), Mad Cool (Spain), and more, further proving their dominance on the world stage.

Now in 2026, Battlesnake stand at the peak of their powers as they prepare to unleash their fourth studio album. Backed by multiple international tours and an ever-expanding global fanbase, the band continue to push their sound to new extremes, bigger, bolder, and more uncompromising than ever before. With their trademark blend of epic theatricality, crushing heaviness, and relentless energy, Battlesnake show no signs of slowing down.

With critical acclaim, worldwide momentum, and an unshakable commitment to their craft, Battlesnake are establishing themselves as a formidable force in modern metal.

All hail Battlesnake! 

Battlesnake are:

Nick Zammit (drums)
Sam Frank (vocals)
Ben Frank (guitar)
Daniel Willington (guitar)
Billy O'Key (keytar)
Elliot Hitchcock (bass)

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