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Hot off the heels of the Machines Vs Monsters tour with Static-X, Gwar & Dope, A Killer's Confession have unveiled their new single 'FACTS', and announced the release of their new album Victim 2, out September 19th via MNRK Heavy.
 
Watch the lyric video for 'FACTS' here: https://youtu.be/RVGhuUKxexg

Pre-order Victim 2 here: https://akillersconfession.myshopify.com

To kick off the release of the new single, the band will be performing at three US festivals this month:
 
July 16 - Cadott, WI @ Rock Fest
July 19 - Grand Rapids, MI @ Upheaval Fest
July 20 - Mansfield, OH @ Inkcarceration

As the frontman and mastermind for A Killer's Confession, Waylon Reavis has delved into the light and dark sides of mankind on albums like The Indifference of Good Men and Unbroken. But it is his current Victim trilogy where he delves deeper into that concept and which truly lives up to the band’s name. The new Victim 2 (MNRK Heavy), the group’s fifth album, continues the story of a serial killer who wants to bring horrific criminals to justice. But, as he's learning, there are consequences for his misguided deeds, even if he thinks they are the right thing to do.
 
“I write this stuff for people to understand that we all have these thoughts,” Reavis says. “Like the devil's advocate – you’ve always got that devil on your shoulder, or that impulse, that little scratch on the side of your head that says, I want to do that. I've always been intrigued with that.”
 
After his booking agent Andrew Goodfriend planted the seed of the album’s concept in his mind, Reavis found further inspiration in the 2001 horror movie Frailty, in which the “God’s Hand” serial killer murders people that he believes to be demons and that he is doing God’s will. The antagonist of the Victim trilogy follows a similar path. In Victim 1, he went after people who had committed one of the Seven Deadly Sins, particularly those preying on young, innocent victims. In this sequel, he is reveling in his murder spree too much and faces a crisis of conscience. 
 
Like the psyche of this album’s antagonist, the sonic realm of A Killer’s Confession is also split into two different worlds, but for artistic reasons. Guitarist/drummer Dusten “Dusty” Boles and vocal producer Evan McKeever are Reavis’ studio songwriting partners, while his touring band features different members. The frontman likes to oversee everything in the creative process of the band from the studio to the stage, and he works with the people he think will thrive in each environment and deliver the best work to the musical project.
 
“I don't like doing the same thing over and over,” Reavis admits. “I like to experiment. I like to try to invent something new, take something that you know and mix it with modern metal. I'm not trying to create a new genre, but I like to be challenged and hear new things. If it rings in the ears and it makes you bob your head, it's good. It don't matter what style it is. I think a true artist should be interested in expanding themselves and where they can do anything they want. That's where AKC really excels.”

A Killer's Confession are:
Waylon Reavis - vocals
JP Cross - bass
James Skritch - guitar
Kegan King - drums
 
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Victim 2 Tracking Listing:

Hopeless Gray
(In Case Of Emergency (ft. JMANN)
Hollow
Facts
Heart Shaped Box (Nirvana cover)
Headstone
Baptized By The Fire
Darkside
The Suffering
Endless Silence
Hand of God

Leaning on their paleontological concept album series Phanerozoic, Berlin-based The Ocean (Collective) have announced the "end of an eon… and the beginning of a new", following the departure notes of long-term vocalist Loïc Rossetti and guitarist David Ahfeldt.

Founding member and primary songwriter Robin Staps comments: 

"Needless to say, 2024 was a tumultuous year. While playing the best shows of our career, we had reached a dead end. Loïc has been in the band since 2009, Paul since 2014, Mattias since 2015, and David since 2017.

"Touring takes a heavy toll on body & mind. It can be the best thing in life, but it can also be draining. It’s a huge commitment.  We have played over 120 shows per year since the end of the pandemic, and counting studio time & travel days, that’s far more than half of our lives.  From that angle, the fact that we’ve been able to do this together, with a firm group of committed people for more or less a decade against the odds of life, is pretty incredible."

Vocalist Loïc Rossetti comments:

"Over time, our visions and creative paths naturally drifted. Without diving too deep into it, I've realised I’m no longer meant to be part of this particular dynamic. No drama, just heading in different directions.

"The Ocean will carry on, and I wish them well. I’m proud of what we’ve built. Big thanks to Robin, my bandmates, every crew member, my wife and family and everyone who helped make this journey possible." 

To celebrate this recent incarnation of The Ocean’s lineup, an Audiotree session is being released today, recorded in Chicago last summer as part of their From Nothing series.

Video: https://youtu.be/eBbBRomMDQc
Stream: https://lnk.to/ATFN-TheOcean

Four songs from four different albums from the past 15 years, it is a homage to the individuals that were the faces behind the live silhouettes of The Ocean Collective for the past decade, and to be seen as a proper send-off to close this recent chapter of the band’s (much longer) history.

Freak Valley Festival and Hellfest at the end of June were the final shows with the current lineup - and also the first shows with new drummer Jordi Farré.

The Ocean continue to work on new material - the writing process of the collective's upcoming 11th studio album is now complete, and the band will enter the studio later this year to record.

The band confirm:

"Rest assured: this band is far from dead. 
The Ocean Collective will begin a new chapter in 2026. 
We would like to thank you all for being a part of our journey throughout all these years, it means the world to us. We are looking forward to this next chapter, and can’t wait to share new music with you."

For more:

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Swedish modern metal force LIV SIN have released their second single, 'Run', from forthcoming album, Close Your Eyes, due out 8th August via Seek & Strike. Inspired by the chilling true story of a Mexican cult, ‘Run’ channels its dark narrative into a fierce, adrenaline fuelled metal assault. 

Fronted by the formidable Liv Jagrell (ex-Sister Sin), LIV SIN fuse aggressive riff-heavy intensity with soaring melodies, steadily forging their path on the global metal scene. 

Watch the video for 'Run' here: https://youtu.be/winavDE0lhM

Pre-save here: https://orcd.co/livsincye

LIV SIN comments: “For this song, the word run kept popping back into my head, so I immediately started to write around that word. At that time, I (Liv) listened a lot to a podcast about different cults and I got inspired by a Mexican cult led by Silvia Meraz. She got arrested in 2012 for killing three people in her neighborhood, some of them only kids, as a human sacrifice to Santa Muerte. It is so hard to imagine how anyone can do such a horrible thing, but it does make a good story for a song. The riff and drum ideas started out from inspiration of a stompy and solid Rammstein groove, making it sound massive and groovy, so people want to jump around to it. 

"The video for this song is a stylish performance clip with quick editing that hopefully induces a stressful feeling invoking a need to get up and RUN! We hope you enjoy it."

A dynamic five-piece born from the ashes of Sister Sin, LIV SIN deliver a sound steeped in modern metal, melodic hooks and uncompromising intensity. Since their formation, the band has built a reputation for soul-stirring live shows and an authentic connection with fans.

Alongside Liv Jagrell (vocals) are Per Bjevoluk (drums), Daniel Skoglund (bass), Sonny Larsson (lead guitar) and Ante Mäkelä (rhythm guitar), each bringing unique musical influences and personal passions to the table, from painting and folk music to animal rescue, yoga and music education. Their collective energy is channeled into creating cathartic anthems for a global audience.

Rooted deeply in Swedish culture, several members of LIV SIN are dedicated to preserving the nation’s rich tradition of folk music, community art and craftsmanship. Sonny is an accomplished folk guitarist and painter, while Ante works in cultural education, championing the music and arts institutions that have helped define “the Swedish music wonder". Their love for traditional sounds and storytelling often seeps into their songwriting and creative aesthetic.

The upcoming album began to reveal its dark heart last month with the release of the powerful title track, 'Close Your Eyes'.  Confronting the grim realities of human trafficking, the track features a striking guest vocal performance from Lars Palmqvist of Scar Symmetry. Mixed by acclaimed producer Tue Madsen (Babymetal, Meshuggah), the album promises a heavy, unflinching sonic journey. Watch the video for ‘Close Your Eyes’ here. 

Driven by purpose and powered by riffs, LIV SIN are not only forging new paths in heavy music, they’re carrying pieces of Sweden’s cultural soul with them along the way.

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Track-list:
1. Praise The Winners
2. Run
3. Close Your Eyes
4. Louder
5. It's Not Your Life
6. Above The Line
7. The Shadow March
8. Shades Of The Sun
9. Raven
10. I Refuse
11. The Mask
12. Hold It Together 

Photo Credit: David Cleland

PREYRS, a visceral new force in alternative rock and metal, announce their birth onto the world stage, with debut single 'Wave of Wisdom' - out now via Pelagic Records.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/0e9Vn6K6zp4
Stream: https://orcd.co/preyrs

PREYRS is the brainchild of Belfast rock artist Amy Montgomery and drummer/producer Michael Mormecha. Fusing raw alternative rock energy with the weight of metal, the quartet's music is an electrifying clash of aggression and euphoria, darkness and uplift, chaos and control. Elements of artists as disparate as Nine Inch Nails, Chelsea Wolfe, Sonic Youth, and Julie Christmas combine to delirious and heady effect.

Debut single 'Wave of Wisdom' is a perfect introduction to the band, encapsulating their fierce yet gothic anthemic sound - where healing and rage collide in perfect harmony. A defiantly discordant clash of alt-folk slide guitar, and Mormecha’s pummelling industrial percussion, 'Wave of Wisdom' provides a great bedrock for Amy's incandescent delivery of uncertainty.

Of the new single, Amy comments: "'Wave of Wisdom' is about turning pain into power - tracing the roots of trauma through our own history and the wider collective to find truth, strength, and healing. It’s a raw reclamation of voice, born from the fire. It was written during a stark Canadian winter on Wolfe Island, looking out over the frozen expanse of Lake Ontario, a setting that mirrored the stillness, intensity, and clarity of the song’s creation. Self-produced by PREYRS drummer Michael Mormecha at Tree Song Studios, Ireland and mixed by Alex Loring."

Busking on the streets of Belfast from the age of 15, Amy Montgomery met multi-instrumentalist Michael Mormecha a few years later and they’ve been working together ever since. Both songwriters in their own right, Michael fronted renowned Irish post-hardcore outfit Mojo Fury and worked as a producer for artists including The Bonnevilles, Mojo Fury and Joshua Burnside. They're joined as PREYRS by longtime guitarist Nolan Donelly and new bass player Ciarán McGreevy.

Known for electrifying live performances, PREYRS will their UK festival debut at Bloodstock Open Air this August, as well as appearing at Stendhal Festival in Ireland. Nominated as 'Best Live Act' and 'Best Artist' at the Northern Ireland Music Prize, Amy’s undeniably fierce and captivating frontperson energy has been her secret weapon often described as ‘otherworldly’ or ‘a force of nature’. For those seeking the epic, the healing, the aggressive and the unrelenting pulse of alternative rock and metal, PREYRS is it.

PREYRS will be supporting punk legends New Model Army across Europe this winter. 

All PREYRS live dates:

August 
7-10 Bloodstock Open Air UK (New Blood Stage) 

September 
27 Dogfest (Ferocious Dog) UK 

November 
11 Legend Club, Milan IT (Supporting New Model Army) 
12 Fri-Son, Fribourg CH (Supporting New Model Army) 
13 Halle 02, Heidelberg DE (Supporting New Model Army) 
14 Sudhaus, Tübingen DE (Supporting New Model Army) 
15 Meet Factory, Prague CZ (Supporting New Model Army) 
17 Werk2, Leipzig DE (Supporting New Model Army) 
18 Capitol, Hannover DE (Supporting New Model Army) 
19 Aladdin Music Hall, Bremen DE (Supporting New Model Army) 
20 Jovel, Munster DE (Supporting New Model Army) 
21 Venlo, Grenswerk NL (Supporting New Model Army) 
28 Kyttaro, Athens GR (Supporting New Model Army) 
29 Mylos Club, Thessaloniki GR(Supporting New Model Army) 

December 
20 Palladium, Cologne DE (Supporting New Model Army) 
21 Melkweg, Amsterdam NL (Supporting New Model Army) 

PREYRS are:

Amy Montgomery - Vocals
Micheal Mormecha - Drums
Nolan Donelly - Guitars
Ciarán McGreevy - Bass

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Blending singer-songwriter sensibilities with modern progressive rock, Our Oceans' music resonates with listeners who seek a soul-stirring experience, offering both catharsis and hope. Today, the trio - singer and guitarist Tymon Kruidenier and his former Exivious bassist Robin Zielhorst and drummer Yuma van Eekelen - announce their new studio album Right Here, Right Now, out 24th October 2025 via Long Branch Records.

In conjunction with today's album announcement, Our Oceans have released their new single and video 'Golden Rain'. 

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/aP9yS3RUTtI

Pre-order Right Here, Right Now here: https://ouroceans.lnk.to/righthererightnow

On Right Here, Right Now, Our Oceans unveil a brighter, more exhilarating sonic landscape while maintaining the evocative emotional depth that has become their hallmark. Inspired by the "bright quality of the now," the band from the Netherlands crafts a richly layered musical journey filled with lush harmonies and uplifting atmospheres. The album captures the vibrancy of the present moment, blending intricate musicianship with an infectious sense of optimism.

"After finishing [previous album]  While Time Disappears, I knew immediately that I wanted to create something lighter and more uplifting," comments band leader Tymon Kruidenier. "'Golden Rain' was the first song I wrote with that intention, and it perfectly captured the vibe I was aiming for. It was also the song we jammed out the most as a band, not only to refine the arrangement, but also to develop a production template for the rest of the album. With that in mind, it felt only natural for it to be the album’s opening track."

"I’m incredibly proud of our previous album, but it’s a bit of a bitter pill to swallow," continues singer and guitarist Tymon Kruidenier. "This time around, I also felt the need to return to the creative philosophy behind the first Our Oceans album: simply letting things flow. Instead of steering the process or clinging to preconceived ideas of what the music should be, I wanted to trust in an open and unrestricted creative approach, allowing the songs to take shape naturally. It all started with the chorus for what became the album’s first track, 'Golden Rain'. From there, everything came together in what felt like one effortless flow state that lasted for a month or two. I think this resulted in a collection of songs that feel balanced and cohesive, yet diverse and playful."

Our Oceans are:
Tymon Kruidenier - Vocals, Guitars
Robin Zielhorst - Bass
Yuma van Eekelen - Drums

Follow Our Oceans:
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Track-list:
1 Golden Rain
2 Lost In Blue
3 Leave Me Be
4 Untamed
5 Just Like You
6 Drifting In The Drops
7 Sun Stained Waters
8 If Only...
9 Abloom

Photo Credit: Curtis Perry

Internationally acclaimed Canadian cellist and composer Raphael Weinroth-Browne has unveiled 'Possession', the second single from his forthcoming solo album Lifeblood, due out 3rd October. An electrifying artistic statement, 'Possession' fuses Arabic-inspired melodies and heavy rhythmic grooves with the gothic melancholy of Opeth and the icy, otherworldly dissonance of Meshuggah.

As with the video for previous single 'Lifeblood', 'Possession' was filmed in Poland, this time in a decaying yet grand old theatre. Directed by the acclaimed Grupa13 (Behemoth, Leprous), the video explores the psychological landscape of a performer on stage, turning an ordinary audience into a menacing, masked presence. Drawing visual inspiration from the masked ball in Eyes Wide Shut, the clip reflects themes of performance anxiety, self-doubt, and the disorienting distortion of perception.

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/3CTTdmhKO8I

Stream 'Possession' here.

Raphael comments on the new single: "With 'Possession' I wanted to combine Arabic-inspired melodies and heavy grooves with the haunting, gothic atmosphere of Opeth and the cold, almost alien atonality of Meshuggah. This track originated as an improvised jam in maqam Saba, a scale associated with sadness and lamentation that appears in both Turkish and Arabic music. This early incarnation of the piece became a viral reel on Instagram before I decided to turn it into a fully-fledged composition. I feel that 'Possession' encapsulates my diverse influences and remains one of my most succinct and direct musical statements." 

A deeply personal body of work, Lifeblood captures the raw duality at the core of Weinroth-Browne’s expression: the transcendence of creative flow alongside the consuming intensity of ambition. Blending the weight of progressive metal with Middle Eastern modalities, modern classical precision and immersive electronic textures, Lifeblood marks his most audacious and fully realised solo work to date.

Commenting on the album, he adds, "I consider this album to be my most autobiographical work to date. As a metalhead turned full-time professional cellist making original music outside the classical realm, I have taken the road less travelled, nurturing my artistic vision and trusting my intuition even on an unorthodox path. I have forged a unique career and identity around my musical voice and the way it manifests itself through the cello. The defiant, audacious energy of this music represents my inexorable drive to continue pursuing my dream in spite of all obstacles." 

Lifeblood was engineered and co-mixed by Darren McGill at Union Sound Company in Toronto, with a final mix by acclaimed producer Adam Noble (Leprous, Katatonia). The album was then mastered by Robin Schmidt (Placebo, Ben Howard). Adding a visual dimension to the album’s immersive sound, the captivating cover artwork was created by Maldivian artist Maahy, celebrated for her ethereal, nature-inspired aesthetic.

Known for his emotionally charged performances and boundary pushing vision, Raphael Weinroth-Browne has become one of the most innovative cellists of his generation. Merging his roots in progressive metal with a passion for Middle Eastern music, he has forged a singular artistic voice that defies traditional expectations. His cello work can be heard on over 200 studio albums, including Woods of Ypres’ Juno Award-winning W5: Grey Skies & Electric Light and in major film and TV soundtracks. Viral cello covers of Opeth, Katatonia and Steven Wilson have earned praise from the artists themselves, while his genre-spanning studio and stage career continues to attract international attention.

Since joining Norwegian progressive rock icons Leprous in 2016, Weinroth-Browne has played over 200 shows worldwide with the band and helped shape the sound of three studio albums. He has shared stages with Evanescence, Apocalyptica, Devin Townsend and performed in front of 40,000 at Hellfest, as well as at prestigious venues such as London’s Royal Albert Hall. As a solo artist, he has opened for artists ranging from Polish neoclassical pianist Hania Rani to Nordic folk ensemble SKÁLD and UK legends Soft Machine.

In recent years, Weinroth-Browne has pushed further into experimental performance and contemporary dance. His solo debut Worlds Within (2020), a 40-minute composition built entirely from layered cello, earned critical acclaim for its emotional depth and innovative form. In 2023, he performed the album live with Ottawa Dance Directive to a sold-out audience at Canada’s National Arts Centre. In 2024, he was commissioned by the UK’s James Wilton Dance to compose BACH Reimagined, an 80-minute score that toured leading venues across the UK and Germany in spring 2025. Following this, his recent single 'Speed of Light' continued the forward momentum, merging baroque motifs with crushing distortion and polyrhythmic intensity, earning acclaim for its fearless fusion of past and future. As his creative output grows increasingly multidisciplinary, Weinroth-Browne continues to defy genre boundaries and redefine what the cello can be in the 21st century.

With more to come later this year, Lifeblood marks a major milestone in Weinroth-Browne’s uncompromising creative journey, an album that channels passion, pain, discipline and defiance into a work that feels at once ancient and immediate, cerebral and gut-wrenching.

Catch Raphael live on the following dates: 

Jul 17 - Ottawa, Canada - Solo performance at Rainbow Bistro supporting PAKT
Jul 25 - Suffolk, UK - Performing with James Wilton Dance at Latitude Festival
Aug 28 - Ottawa, Canada - Solo performance at Speakeasy Tapas Lounge 

Raphael Weinroth-Browne online:

Official Website || Facebook | Instagram || Youtube ||  X || Bandcamp || Tik Tok 

Lifeblood Tracklist: 

1. Lifeblood
2. Possession
3. Ophidian
4. Pyre
5. Labyrinthine
6. Nethereal
7. Winterlight
8. The Glimmering

Photo Credit: Michael Francis

Alternative rockers The Hunna return with their new single, the triumphant and anthemic 'Hide & Seek'. Accompanying the single is a new video, a five-minute cinematic treat directed by Modern Day Auteur.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/4hkjRA0K9ik

Stream 'Hide & Seek' here: https://ffm.to/thehunna_hideandseek

Vocalist/guitarist Ryan Potter comments: "'Hide & Seek' tells a story of a midway transitional part of a relationship. Built from love & compassion of overcoming the trials & tribulations life can throw at two people yet reaching a point of the natural ebb & flow of life that creates a drifting & transformation between the two."

Their first new music in three years, The Hunna's new single sees the powerhouse trio back with a bang. Self-produced by the band, 'Hide & Seek' was mixed by Tarrant Shepherd and mastered by Katie Tavini (Bloc Party, Kids In Glass Houses, Sam Ryder). 

Catch The Hunna next performing on the main stages at 2000trees, 10th July, or Y Not? Festival, 1st August.

Full list of dates:

10 July - 2000 Trees, Main Stage
01 Aug - Y Not? Festival, Main Stage
03 Nov – SWG3 (Galvanizers Yard), Glasgow w/ Palaye Royale
04 Nov – NX, Newcastle upon Tyne w/ Palaye Royale
05 Nov – The Prospect Building, Bristol w/ Palaye Royale
07 Nov – O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester w/ Palaye Royale
08 Nov – Leeds Beckett Students’ Union, Leeds w/ Palaye Royale
09 Nov – O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham w/ Palaye Royale

The Hunna, formed by Jack Metcalfe, Ryan Potter, and Daniel Dorney, burst onto the scene in 2015 with standout singles 'Bonfire' and 'She’s Casual', followed by their explosive debut album, 100, in 2016, which secured their first top 20 record, reaching number 13 on the UK album chart.

Bolstered by global fan support, the band swiftly earned major festival slots, including headlining the Festival Republic Stage at Reading & Leeds Festival and performing a secret set that attracted one of the largest crowds to date. They also performed at BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend, All Points East, and festivals across Europe and North America, alongside their own sold-out tours.

Between 2017 and 2018, the band’s second album, Dare, climbed to number 12 on the UK album chart, sparking a sold-out tour in Australia and further sold-out shows across the UK and Europe. Notable achievements included selling out Brixton Academy three times, as well as Camden Roundhouse, Rock City, Manchester Apollo, and other prominent venues. In the US, they achieved success with multiple sold-out performances at iconic venues like The Troubadour in Los Angeles, Mercury Lounge, and Webster Hall in New York.

For their third album, I’d Rather Die Than Let You In, The Hunna collaborated with renowned producer John Feldmann (Blink-182, Goldfinger, Twenty One Pilots, All Time Low) in Calabasas, working alongside artists such as Travis Barker (Blink-182), Josh Dun (Twenty One Pilots), Pete Wentz (Fall Out Boy), Phem, and others. The trio followed this in 2022 with their self-titled album The Hunna, partnering with Grammy Award-winning producer Gil Norton. Adored by their loyal fanbase of nearly a decade, this album marked a significant new chapter for the band.

Now, in 2025, after a few years without new music, The Hunna return with renewed energy and their signature powerful sound. Stay tuned for more information soon.

The Hunna are:
Ryan Potter - vocals/guitar
Daniel Dorney - guitar
Jack Metcalfe - drums

For more information:
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German metalcore outfit ACCVSED just unleashed the emotional new track 'Make Sure It Hurts' from their upcoming debut Dealers of Doom. The album is set for release on 1st August via Arising Empire. 

Watch 'Make Sure It Hurts' here: https://youtu.be/u6RGNXrejAY
Stream here: https://arisingempire.com/accvsed

ACCVSED have been making noise for a while now with singles like 'Day of the Locust', 'Avoider', 'Never Enough', 'Don't Let Me Fall Apart' and 'Killer of Minds', gradually building a solid rep as one of the most promising heavy acts coming out of Germany. Each release has only added to their momentum, with fans digging their emotionally raw songwriting and explosive live energy.

Dealers of Doom feels like ACCVSED are laying down their mission statement – unfiltered, intense, and diving headfirst into the darker side of life.

Since their formation in 2021, ACCVSED has adhered to one principle: presenting themselves to the world authentically, without playing a role or sugarcoating their expressions. They channel their deepest traumas and fears into their music, creating a distinct and energetic blend of bold guitar riffs, unique vocals, and raw emotion. This combination shapes their sound into an unstoppable force.
 

Hailing from Wiesbaden, ACCVSED quickly realized that being a local band was not their ambition. They moved swiftly and made a significant impact on the music scene with their debut EP, House of Doubt, released in December 2023. The breakthrough single 'Currents' led the 6-song EP, establishing a foundation for their constantly evolving musical style and garnering them worldwide attention. This success resulted in support shows and festival appearances throughout Germany and its surrounding countries.
 

Undeterred, ACCVSED set their sights on the next step, releasing their debut full length Dealers of Doom via Arising Empire on 1st of August 2025. Showcasing their evolution from their most aggressive and unrelenting side, ACCVSED is set to release 10 songs fueled by anger, deepest fears and regrets and a fatalistic view on life as such. As they dive deeper into the abyss, each album track feels like a bitter pill, leaving the listener in a state of catharsis and hard to swallow truth about their very own take on life. With relentless energy and bold sound, breakdowns feeling like a hammer straight to the bone, raw vocals feeling like hands woven tightly around your neck – ACCVSED makes sure you will swallow every single one of it, without escape.

ACCVSEDlive: 
5 July – Scheibenberg Vengeance Fest
12 July – Mühlheim BembelXCore Festival
5 August – Luxemburg LUX Den Atelier
9 August – Königstein Rock auf der Burg
16 August – Dinkelsbühl Summer Breeze Open Air
23 August – Bad Dürkheim Fallen Fortress
30 August – Stuttgart Im Wizemann
31 August – Bochum Zeche
1 September – Hamburg Gruenspan
2 September – Berlin Hole44
3 September – Dresden Blauer Saal
4 September – München Backstage Halle
5 September – Obererbach Pell Mell Festival

FollowACCVSED:
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Track-list:
1. Day Of The Locust
2. Dealers Of Doom
3. Don't Let Me Fall Apart
4. Total Eclipse Of Self
5. Killer Of Minds
6. Avoider
7. Make Sure It Hurts
8. Senescene
9. Never Enough
10. Obsidian

Photo Credit: Joe Dilworth

After a three-year creative process, German hard rockers Wucan will return with new album Axioms, due 29th August via Long Branch Records.

Today, the band unveil another glimpse of Axioms, with new single 'Holz auf Holz'.
Stream 'Holz auf Holz' and pre-order the album here: https://wucan.lnk.to/axioms

"I wrote 'Holz auf Holz' on a cold March evening in 2024, during one of my little candle rituals at home," says singer Francis Tobolsky. "Suddenly, my incense caught fire without even touching the flame – and right in that moment, the melody came to me out of nowhere. It was immediately clear that this had to become a song. We call it 'Holz' for short, and it came together quite quickly, since the guys immediately understood what kind of track it was meant to be. To me, this song strongly reflects our East German rock and krautrock influences. And in true Wucan fashion, this German-language song serves as a commentary on the current political and social situation in Germany."

True art is characterised above all by its constant renewal - a combination of the tried and tested with the innovative. Like all influential artists who follow this golden rule, Wucan demonstrate their capacity for artistic evolution with their new album, Axioms.

On the new record, the four-piece heavy rock outfit led by frontwoman Francis Tobolsky blend the distinctive elements of their previous studio records - Sow The Wind (2015), Reap The Storm (2017), and Heretic Tongues (2022) - with fresh ideas, resulting in a broader stylistic range and a more clearly defined conceptual approach. While the band continues to reference hard rock, krautrock, East German rock, and metal, the eight new tracks are also infused with touches of progressive rock, isolated electronic elements, and a playful jazz attitude. Or as Francis Tobolsky aptly puts it: “The foundation of our music is international 70s hard rock enriched by contemporary influences – this time with even more bombast, brutality, and complexity.” 

Wucan's videos for previous singles 'KTNSAX' and 'Irons In The Fire' can be viewed here: https://wucan.lnk.to/axioms/youtube

"The title Axioms stands for the fundamental convictions our band is built upon, convictions we no longer question," says bandleader Francis Tobolsky. "After ten years of making music together – seven of them in this lineup – there were moments when everything could have fallen apart. This album was created during a time when each of our lives was changing significantly, and it bears the imprint of those personal experiences. The fact that we’re still making music together is neither a coincidence nor a matter of convenience – it’s our axiom."

For more:

http://wucan-music.de
https://www.facebook.com/wucanmusic
https://www.instagram.com/wucantheband
https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FsZ5HKdtDFJ1xmK6NICBO?si=nlHnoldOSsaJehcl_jC3Zw

Wucan are:
Francis Tobolsky - Vocals / Guitar / Flute / Theremin
Tim George - Guitar
Philip Knöfel - Drums
Alexander Karlisch - Bass

Tracklisting:

1 Spectres Of Fear
2 Irons In The Fire
3 Wicked, Sick and Twisted
4 KTNSAX
5 Holz auf Holz
6 Pipe Dreams
7 Axioms
8 Fountain Of Youth