Photo Credit: Ellen Hemström and Oskar Nilsson

Swedish post-rock duo Oh Hiroshima have unveiled their evocative new single ‘Meridian’, the latest glimpse into their forthcoming album And the Dead Tree Gives No Shelter, due for release on 5th June via Pelagic Records. Alongside the announcement, the band have confirmed a run of European tour dates this autumn in celebration of the new record.

Watch the video for 'Meridian' here: https://youtu.be/l8SDNlgj-eI

Pre-order And the Dead Tree Gives No Shelter here: https://orcd.co/ohhiroshima-atdtgns

Speaking on the track, the band share: "We pulled a lot from our post-rock roots for this track while still retaining the intensity of our more recent work. To us, it feels like a distillation of our journey as a band, where our past and present collide."

On And the Dead Tree Gives No Shelter, Oh Hiroshima further refine their hallmark interplay of restraint and release, as delicate, shimmering guitars gradually give way to towering crescendos. Steeped in existential weight and a sense of modern disillusionment, the record traces a path through despair and meaning, carried by an undercurrent of quiet resilience.

Oh Hiroshima have built a reputation for transforming introspection into vast, cinematic sound. The Swedish band has spent the better part of the last decade refining a musical language that balances fragility with overwhelming emotional force. Their music exists in the space where atmosphere, melody and gradual intensity converge, where hushed textures evolve patiently into towering waves of sound. With each release, the group has deepened their identity as one of the genre’s most evocative and emotionally resonant voices.

And the Dead Tree Gives No Shelter continues Oh Hiroshima’s pursuit to refine the balance between vulnerability and power. At the core of their sound lies a delicate interplay between restraint and release. Their compositions carefully cultivate tension, letting each layer unfold organically: chiming guitars, distant reverberations, and minimal rhythmic pulses that feel suspended in air, all contrast against the heavily drenched power they can unleash. Whether the passage be titanic or still, Oh Hiroshima establish a sense of openness and emotional ambiguity, allowing listeners to settle into the sonic landscape as the music works its slow ascent.

Commenting on the album, the band state: “The album title And the Dead Tree Gives No Shelter is taken from T. S. Eliot’s epic poem The Waste Land. For this album, the dead tree works as a metaphor for ways of living that drain the world of meaning and offer no real way of navigating the hardships of life. We are living in a time when it has become harder and harder to imagine a bright future. This leaves many of us with a deep sense of hopelessness that easily breeds cynicism and apathy. In that state it becomes easy to shut the world out and give up any attempts at meaningful interaction with the world around us. A destructive cycle follows, as this leaves us with no way of sheltering ourselves from our initial despair at the state of things. But these songs also aim to paint something meaningful and hopeful. A form of idealisation not rooted in naivety but in realism, because we need ideals to gather enough strength to leave the shelterless dead trees of our lives behind.” 

Oh Hiroshima consistently demonstrate a growing confidence in exploring the edges of their sound. Backed by special guests, a whole array of instrumentation and a growing pallet for wider experimentation, And the Dead Tree Gives No Shelter evokes Oh Hiroshima’s unique emotional landscape, each composition a relentlessly captivating journey that inspires reflection and release. Every motif, choice and touch contribute to the shifting terrains that gradually unfold into luminous intensity. By blending harmonics, immersive production and a deeply intuitive sense of pacing, Oh Hiroshima have crafted an album that is woven with intimacy and expansively felt.

“We tracked the foundation of the record (drums, bass and electric guitars) at Studio Gröndahl with Karl Daniel Lidén (Swarm of the Sun), who has worked with many really good bands before, he took great care in the drum setup and recording, and we’re especially happy with how that turned out, adds vocalist Jakob Hemström. The rest of the album was recorded in Örebro by me and my brother, with a little help from some friends of the band. Production-wise this is our most ambitious record by far because of the number of instruments and musicians that contributed. Ten additional musicians were involved this time around. Magnus Lindberg mixed and mastered the album. It’s the third time in a row. He’s great to work with, has a great résumé, and always delivers quality work.”

Catch the band live on the following dates and atPelagic Fest in August, with more dates to be announced soon. Tickets availablehere. 

May 22 - Jaz - Rostock (DE) 
May 23 - Wave-Gotik-Treffen - Leipzig (DE) 
May 24 - Speicher - Husum (DE) 
Jul 31 - Fekete Zaj (HU) 
Aug 29 - Pelagic Fest, NL 
Sep 09 - Gothenburg, Monument (SE)
Oct 15 - Warsaw, Potok (PL) 
Oct 16 - Poznan, Pod Minoga (PL) 
Oct 17 - Chorzow, Lesniczowka (PL) 
Oct 18 - Budapest, Turbina (HU) 
Oct 19 - Vienna, Viper Room (AT) 
Oct 20 - Prague, Strahov 007 (CZ) *
Oct 21 - Mainz, Club Schon Schon (DE) *
Oct 22 - Waregem, CC De Shakel (BE) *
Oct 23 - Paris, Petit Bain (FR) *
Oct 24 - Haarlem, Patronaat (NL) *
Oct 25 - Hamburg, MS Stubnitz (DE) *

* withBarrens 

Oh Hiroshima are:

Jakob Hemström: Guitar, Bass and Vocals
Oskar Nilsson: Drums and Percussion

For more information:

INSTAGRAM • FACEBOOK • BANDCAMP • PELAGIC ARTIST PAGE

And the Dead Tree Gives No Shelter track list:

1. Servant of All
2. Meridian
3. Angelos
4. Skeleton Key
5. Tree of Life
6. Broken Sunlight
7. Ivory Tower
8. Exit Cloud

Indian metallic hardcore quartet R.A.I.D have unveiled their new album Retribution alongside the title-track video. 

Watch 'Retribution' here: https://youtu.be/3swZXuhdg7o

The 'Retribution' video follows the release of R.A.I.D's March single, 'Killer Instinct': https://youtu.be/_7jfjmDy7go

On 'Retribution', vocalist Rueban Issac comments: "'Retribution' confronts the reality of surviving childhood and domestic abuse, capturing the weight of anger, confusion, and pain that often follows. Rather than letting that hatred dictate a lifetime of damage, the single reframes retribution as self-liberation — the refusal to let trauma continue the punishment long after the abuse has ended. The song is both a reckoning and a release, offering a path forward through accountability, resilience, and growth. 'Retribution' stands as a motivational statement: healing is a choice, and breaking the cycle is the real victory."

On the band's new album Retribution, Isaac states: "Retribution is R.A.I.D’s most personal and unflinching release to date. Rooted in the lived realities of childhood and domestic abuse, the album confronts trauma head-on—not to relive it, but to dismantle it. Each track explores the long shadow that abuse can cast over a life, and the hard, deliberate work of breaking free from it. This is not an album about revenge; it’s about reclaiming power, identity, and agency.

"Rather than “waterfalling” pain onto future generations, Retribution is about choosing a different path. The record reflects the moment when survival turns into understanding and understanding turns into growth. Anger is present, but it is sharpened into clarity instead of destruction. 

"Retribution isn’t about revenge—it’s about taking your life back."

Hyderabad, India’s old school hardcore/crossover thrash metal powerhouse R.A.I.D (Rueban And the Imperium Division) were founded in June 2016 by vocalist Rueban Issac. 

Rooted deeply in hardcore tradition, R.A.I.D draws influence from genre-defining acts such as Madball, Suicidal Tendencies, Agnostic Front, Hatebreed and newer bands like Kublai Khan, Knocked Loose, thrown and Dealer. Their sound fuses the raw aggression of hardcore with the precision and momentum of modern metal. Lyrically, the band upholds the core hardcore ethos of PMA (Positive Mental Attitude)—delivering messages of resilience, self-belief, and resistance against adversity, while pushing beyond clichés that often plague the genre.

R.A.I.D have released three albums to date: The Strong Survive (2018), Imperium (2019) and Defiance (2022). Over the years, their music has earned them positive reviews, and has seen them feature in Metal Hammer, Rolling Stone, Decibel, Metal Addicts, True Metal, Heavy Magazine, Metal.de, Unite Asia and The Metal Wanderlust, to name but a few.

Today they release their powerful fourth album, Retribution - a release that promises to further cement their reputation for uncompromising sound, authenticity, and purpose. 

R.A.I.D are:

Rueban Issac - vocals
Raven VII - guitars
Amit Cornelius - bass
Bobbin Jaydev - drums

R.A.I.D online:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

Retribution tracklisting:

1. Killer Instinct
2. Thirst Trap
3. Retribution
4. Predatory
5. Regenerate
6. Victim
7. Lamb to Lion
8. Black Rain
9. Forever Strong

Photo Credit: Annette Rodriguez

Legendary post-hardcore band Quicksand are excited to announce the 17th July release of their new album Bring On The Psychics (Equal Vision Records / Rude Records). 

Pre-order here: http://quicksand.lnk.to/BringOnThePyschics

Marking an entirely new era for the storied three-piece — guitarist/vocalist Walter Schreifels, bassist Sergio Vega and drummer Alan Cage — Bring On The Psychics serves as the sonic bridge between the band’s heavy and influential Nineties sound and the ambitious, experimental output contained within its more recent era. Produced and mixed by Jon Markson (Drug Church, Drain) across 10 days, Bring On The Psychics once again finds Quicksand reinventing the sound they helped pioneer. 

Quicksand have today released two singles from the record: 'Get To It' and 'Regenerate'.

Watch the video for 'Get To It', directed and edited by Jesse Korman, here: https://youtu.be/SQFG6hGoBu8
Stream 'Get To It' and 'Regenerate': http://quicksand.lnk.to/GetToIt

Schreifels had the following to share about 'Get To It': “‘Get To It’ is the voice in your head calling bullsh*t on all the ways we overthink, over rationalize, postpone, and avoid doing the things we really want to do and becoming the people we really want to be. Get to it, time is running out.” 

It’s impossible to overstate the influence that Quicksand have on the hardcore scene. Formed in New York City in 1990 out of the ashes of Gorilla Biscuits, Youth of Today, Burn and Bold, the band took the aggression of hardcore and added a more groove-driven crunch to it, unintentionally inventing the genre known today as post-hardcore. After releasing two major-label masterpieces in the Nineties — 1993’s Slip and 1995’s Manic Compression — the band split up at the peak of their powers, only to reunite in 2012 and release Interiors and Distant Populations.

Inspired by a quote from scientist Carl Sagan, Bring On The Psychics, Quicksand’s first album in five years, sees guitarist/vocalist Walter Schreifels examining his past through his present reality. “For this album, I was going back to a lot of my earlier influences about ‘break down the walls’ or ‘start today,’” he explains. “Regardless of whether you're into hardcore or youth crew, they're really cool records because they're speaking to the time and providing possible paths to a better future … with mosh parts. That’s the energy that I wanted to bring to this.” 

From the hook-driven heaviness of the opener 'Get To It' to the shoegaze splendour of 'Crystallize', the band cover a lot of sonic ground on Bring On The Psychics, but it always sounds like Quicksand. Its technical virtuosity is on full display here as well, from bassist Sergio Vega’s locked-in bass grooves on 'Cool Guy' to Alan Cage’s dynamic drumming on the album’s title track. The band also stretched out, musically, on the album as evidenced by the breezy ballad 'Days You Run To', a song that might even surprise longtime fans. “To me, that is the kind of thing that Fugazi would do on their more chill kind of tunes,” Schreifels says of the laidback feel of the aforementioned track. “It's nice to have something that was more expansive to show the Pink Floyd side of Quicksand.” 

That aspect of the band has never been a secret; anyone who has seen the band’s psychedelic light show can attest to that consciousness-expanding vibe. Bring On The Psychics just sees the band encapsulating their creative vision in a fully, more integrated manner. 

“I'm really psyched to play these songs live,” Schreifels summarises. “I feel really fortunate to still be playing music with these guys and be able to take it to different places.” 

Quicksand are: 
Walter Schreifels (guitar/vocals)
Sergio Vega (bass)
Alan Cage (drums)

Quicksand online: 
Official | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify | Shop

Tracklist:

1. Get To It
2. Regenerate
3. Agency
4. Crystallize
5. Supercollider
6. In Full Color
7. Days You Run To
8. Cool Guy
9. Moving Forward
10. Bring On The Psychics

Photo Credit: Matthieu Gill

UK underground heavyweights Conjurer will support post-black metal phenomenon GAEREA on their UK tour in September. GAEREA are touring following the release of their incredible new album Loss (Century Media). 

Dates as follows:

11.09.26 Manchester – Club Academy (tickets)
12.09.26 Nottingham – Rescue Rooms (tickets)
14.09.26 Glasgow – Slay (tickets)
15.09.26 Leeds – Brudenell Social Club (tickets)
16.09.26 Bristol – The Fleece (tickets)
18.09.26 London – Islington Assembly Hall (tickets)

Watch Conjurer's last live video, 'The Searing Glow' here: https://youtu.be/PaRMMHO6sxU

Watch GAEREA's most recent single 'Nomad' here: https://youtu.be/OL-aRFJohIA

CONJURER have evolved radically since the release of their debut album (Mire, 2018), and their second release (Páthos, 2022) saw them lauded among the most exciting British metal bands. Whilst award nominations and accolades accumulated, the four-piece band retained their very simple mission: to make heavy music and have fun whilst doing so. Preferring to use their spotlight to showcase technicality and musicality rather than centring politics or opinions, CONJURER lived in the moment and embraced everything that came their way.
  
Within the tumult of forging a renewed identity as a band, on third album Unself (2025) there is a more intense, more personal voyage of discovery unfurling for vocalist/guitarist Dani Nightingale. Diagnosed with autism at age 31, their long-held view of self, and perception of their place in the world began to unravel. Unself documents much of the piecing back together around the diagnosis, alongside the realisation they were non-binary. 
  
Within Unself's nine tracks, CONJURER deliver the writhing post-metal sound they’ve become known for, whilst their grip on the desire to fill every moment with sonic obliteration. Instead, they have leaned into utilising space, gifting listeners a little breathing room which serves to make the heavy elements feel all the more intense. 
  
GAEREA are nothing short of a beautiful enigma rooted in musical extremity and utter passion. In under a decade, the masked collective, born in the Portuguese town of Porto, have navigated countless darkened shades of metal to arrive at their fifth album and Century Media debut, Loss.

Loss is the sound of GAEREA continuing to define and redefine itself, incorporating elements of the band’s post-black metal past with the sharpened sonics and haunting melodies. It finds GAEREA emerging from creative chrysalis and bursting into something as engaging as it is unexpected: There’s singing. There are choruses as catchy and passionate as the best rock and metal songs. Yet, through the emotionally charged din, it’s unmistakably GAEREA.

Conjurer online:
https://www.facebook.com/conjureruk
https://x.com/ConjurerUK
https://www.instagram.com/conjureruk
https://www.conjureruk.com
 
GAEREA online:
https://www.gaerea.com/
https://www.instagram.com/gaerea_
https://www.facebook.com/gaerea/
https://www.tiktok.com/@gaereaofficial

Photo Credit: Arising Empire

With 'MONSTERS,' blacktoothed deliver one of their most emotionally direct and introspective releases to date. Blending atmospheric modern rock with raw, honest lyricism, the track dives deep into the fear of losing yourself and the internal struggle of not becoming someone you no longer recognise.

Stream / purchase here: https://arisingempire.com/blacktoothed

At its core, 'MONSTERS' explores inner darkness, self-doubt, and the lingering weight of thoughts that refuse to fade. The song reflects on how easily reality can be distorted, how feelings can be numbed, and how internalised lies can slowly take hold. Lines like “Losing our feelings / We break what’s real” capture that quiet unraveling, while the repeated “Can’t let you turn into a monster” feels like both a warning and a desperate attempt to hold on to what’s left.

Sonically, the band expand their signature sound with a strong sense of contrast and atmosphere. Driving instrumentation and polished production meet emotional vulnerability, carried by expressive male lead vocals and haunting female backings that add depth and tension throughout the track. The result is a dynamic balance between heaviness and space, intense without losing its sense of melody.

Over the past years, blacktoothed have continuously refined their sound and identity, building a reputation for combining modern rock elements with emotional depth and strong songwriting. This steady evolution has helped them grow their audience and establish themselves as a distinctive voice within the scene.

With 'MONSTERS,' blacktoothed take another step forward, not just sonically but thematically. It is a song about confronting what’s inside, recognising the signs before it’s too late, and fighting to stay human in the face of everything trying to pull you under.
 
Catch the band live:
 
30.07.2026 I Full Rewind Festival I Löbnitz, DE
15.08.2026 I Summer Breeze I Dinkelsbühl, DE

blacktoothed are:
Hendrik | vocals
Mathilde | guitar
David | drums

For more information:
https://www.instagram.com/blacktoothed
https://www.facebook.com/blacktoothed
https://www.tiktok.com/@blacktoothed
https://x.com/blacktoothedde

Photo Credit: Rhys Bennett High Voltage Photography

Maverick Aussie rockers Battlesnake will return to UK and European shores this summer as they today announce their I Killed Satan tour - cementing their growing reputation as one of Australia’s most electrifying heavy exports.

Taking in festival appearances at 2000trees, Bloodstock, ArcTanGent, and more, the band will be performing at the following dates: 

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    Motorcultur    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

The band comment: "We’ve been counting the days to get back to the UK and Europe. There’s something electric about these crowds that just pulls us in every time. This isn’t just another run of shows, it’s a return to a place that’s become part of the Battlesnake story."

Known for their explosive live performances and genre-bending take on metal, the band have built a loyal international following through relentless touring and a commitment to delivering unforgettable shows night after night.

This upcoming run sees Battlesnake take on a mix of major festivals and headline dates, alongside select support slots, bringing their high-intensity energy to audiences across the UK and mainland Europe. From the chaos of packed club rooms to the vast stages of renowned festivals, the band thrive in every setting, combining technical precision with theatrical flair.

Fans who’ve followed Battlesnake’s journey will know that each of their international tours has historically marked a new chapter for the band. While no official announcements have been made, there’s a growing sense that this run may be no different.

With momentum on their side and a reputation for pushing boundaries, Battlesnake’s return signals more than just another tour, it’s a statement of intent.

2025 was a rollercoaster year for the Australians as they released their Dawn Of The Exultants And The Hunt For The Shepherd album, and undertook a three month trek of the UK and Europe. Standout performances at Download Festival, Boomtown, Copenhell, ArcTanGent, 2000trees, supporting Eagles of Death Metal, co-headline shows with DZ Deathrays - all led to the reputation of this truly unique sextet well and truly exploding.

In 2024, Battlesnake's momentum erupted internationally across the UK and Europe where their unique sound resonated with fans and critics alike. Their album The Rise and Demise of the Motorsteeple (2024) marked a significant milestone in their career, blending high-octane metal with intricate storytelling. The album’s success propelled Battlesnake into the global spotlight, securing their place as one of the most anticipated bands in the scene.

2025 was Battlesnake's biggest yeaar to date, with the release of their mindbending new record Dawn Of The Exultants And The Hunt For The Shepherd. With each performance, Battlesnake will proved their reputation as one of the most dynamic live acts in modern rock.

The rising titans of Australian hard rock and pure heavy metal, Battlesnake quickly ascended from the underground, captivating audiences worldwide with their unique blend of powerful riffs and dynamic songwriting. Channelling the likes of Queen, Judas Priest and Black Sabbath into something familiar yet ground breaking at the same time. Renowned for their high-octane live performances, epic theatrical compositions, and relentless energy, they have firmly established themselves as one of the most exciting acts in contemporary metal.

Formed in 2019, Battlesnake quickly captured attention with their debut EP, Myths and Legends from Gorbag’s Domain (2020), followed by their self-titled full-length album in 2023. With each release, their sound has evolved into a mighty force, blending heavy riffs, soaring vocals, and intricate melodies, while keeping the raw, unrelenting energy that defines their live shows.

The band's explosive rise in Europe and the UK was complemented by their collaboration with renowned acts like KISS (on their "End of the World Tour"), The Smashing Pumpkins, and Jane’s Addiction (on the "World Is a Vampire Tour"). The Australian outfit’s electrifying live performances were met with widespread acclaim, leading to sold-out shows and a rapidly growing fan base in these territories.

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

Photo Credit: Ricky Mina

South Carolina metallic hardcore band Your Spirit Dies have announced a new three song EP It Is Well…, set for release on 22nd May via MNRK Heavy. The EP serves as a follow-up to last year’s My Gnawing Pains Will Never Rest full-length.

Comments vocalist Brandon Byars: “With this new material, we’ve settled into what we’ve sought for several years. The intention of Your Spirit Dies was never to be simply pastiche, but to take the influences that shaped us early on and view them through a modern lens and I think we’ve succeeded. It’s heavy, dark, melodic, and everything that YSD should be.

“Working with producer Randy Leboeuf [Boundaries, Dying Wish, Chamber, Orthodox, The Acacia Strain, etc.] on this project was awesome,” he continues, “We went with a decent amount of demo material to pick and choose from and only really used two or three parts. A lot of the writing came really naturally, and we had these songs in their final forms in a matter of a couple of days.”

In advance of the release the band has unveiled the EP’s lead single, 'Starless'.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/7BXvguKmDfg

Pre-save the EP here: https://yourspiritdies.ffm.to/itiswell

“We tried to do a short concept with this release, again utilizing religious imagery,” says Byars. “‘Starless’ is the first part of a two-part story focusing on the aftermath of those condemned to exist on earth in an Armageddon-like event. To be clear, this is not a ‘turn to God’ story from Sunday school. If anything, it retains a message of questioning and doubt of an all-loving God who’d leave his beloved creation in ‘the starless dark.’”

Small towns across America are home to countless untold stories, and Greenville, South Carolina is no exception. This city may be small, but it’s big on spirit. Your Spirit Dies, hailing from this very place, channels that humble yet fierce energy, embodying an underdog work ethic and an unstoppable fire.
 
The band’s MNRK Heavy debut, My Gnawing Pains Will Never Rest, released last spring, not only leaned into influences as diverse as At The Gates, Killswitch Engage, Napalm Death, and Godflesh, but they also culled inspiration from giallo horror classics a la The Beyond. Wrote Decibel Magazine, “…My Gnawing Pains Will Never Rest hearkens back to the heyday of Jasta-hosted Headbangers Ball. More specifically, they embody the precise moment of transition between Myspace and Facebook as cutting-edge music promotion tools. In an ocean of Knocked Looses and Code Oranges, Your Spirit Dies’ earnest love letter to the Ozzfest second stage milieu in pleasant and refreshing…The band’s great strength is in their ability to replicate the full spectrum of that genre’s various tropes and – this is the hard part! – arrange and deploy those tropes to maximum effect.” Added New Transcendence, “With the pure intensity and stunning instrumental dynamism, it should come as no surprise that Your Spirit Dies hosts a strong and powerful vocal element as well. With harsh, belted screams capable of both piercing yells and blistering low bellows, the vocals throughout My Gnawing Pains Will Never Rest are exactly what they need to be. Sincere at times, scalding and primal at others…an outstanding release…”
 
It Is Well… is a taste of what’s next to come in the forever compelling Your Spirit Dies trajectory.

Your Spirit Dies are:
Brandon Byars – vocals
Tyler Dorman – guitars
Hunter Lenoir – guitar
Killian Dawson – bass
Keenan MacNeal – drums

Your Spirit Dies online: 
Facebook || Instagram || X ||  MNRK Heavy website

It Is Well… tracklisting:

1.Starless
2. When Peace, Like A River
3. Whispers In Omen

Photo Credit: Vesperian

Vesperian, a new Germany-based label headed by Philipp Schulte (ex Century Media), is happy to announce the release of the first new song of Portland’s DRY WEDDING. With 'Arrowhead' DRY WEDDING offer a gripping entry into their heaviest and most aggressive work to date. Dense post-punk gloom, spectral gothic-country twang, and the visceral force of noise rock, black metal, and doom converge in a sound both feral and precise. Razor-sharp guitars, prowling basslines, and dynamic baritone vocals open a desolate, cathartic world that is unmistakably their own. More news on DRY WEDDING in the following weeks.

Listen to 'Arrowhead' here: https://tr.ee/vesperian_drywedding

Vocalist / guitarist Davey Ferchow commented: "As a band that exists between various genres, DRY WEDDING has been searching for a label that does things on its own terms — Vesperian is that label. With their collective expertise, immense passion, and artist-centered philosophy, we couldn’t be more thrilled about working with Vesperian and can’t wait to see where this next chapter leads." 

“At Vesperian, we always look out for bands that cannot be put into genres all that easily. DRY WEDDING is one of those bands. Their blend of gothic-infused punk, dark country vibes, and an almost black metal-like atmosphere is pretty unique – and pretty awesome. Working with the band has been nothing but a pleasure so far, and we are very much looking forward to introducing DRY WEDDING to a wider audience and helping them grow.” Philipp Schulte / Vesperian

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 

Photo Credit: Pelagic Records

French post-metal band Lost In Kyiv have announced the release of their new album We're All Going To Be Fine, set for release on 19th June 2026 via Pelagic Records. They have also unveiled their new single / video, 'Eclipse'.

Watch the video to 'Eclipse' here: https://youtu.be/MwaSWyrm3oA

Stream and pre-save here: https://orcd.co/lostinkyiv

The band comment on the single: "‘Eclipse’ is a journey through contrasting atmospheres, shifting between light and darkness. The track moves from epic, melodic arrangements highlighted by a beautiful brass section, straight into one of the most violent moments we’ve ever composed. This contrast perfectly represents those dark phases within ourselves, the heavy & destructive thoughts that can sometimes arise within us."

Over the course of more than a decade, Lost In Kyiv have refined a sound that fuses cinematic ambition, electronic precision, and visceral live energy into something unmistakably their own. With their new album, We’re All Going To Be Fine, they push that identity further than ever; sharpening their production, intensifying their dynamics, and embracing a darker, more immersive sonic architecture.
 
Lost In Kyiv comment: "We're All Going To Be Fine explores the tension between hope and inner collapse, and how modern life can disconnect us from ourselves and each other. The songs were inspired by personal experiences, societal pressure, and the idea that we often become our own worst enemy. We were also inspired by the work of Carl Gustav Jung (who is the voice at the end of the album), especially his ideas about exploring the human psyche, as well as themes from movies like Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind or Melancholia."

Lost in Kyiv’s music has always thrived on tension between the organic and the synthetic. On We’re All Going To Be Fine, that integration reaches a new level of clarity and depth. The writing and production process was long and exacting, allowing the band to refine every transition and tonal detail. Songs unfold with architectural precision, motifs are introduced subtly before expanding into vast, multi-layered climaxes. Dynamics are handled with patience and control, silence and minimalism are deployed as strategically as explosive crescendos. This careful pacing gives the album a cinematic flow and larger narrative in which struggle and compassion coexist.

Guitars surge and recede in wide, panoramic arcs. At moments they shimmer and support, at others they thrash violently, accumulating layers of distortion and harmonic overtones. Acoustic instrumentation is interwoven with sequenced synth lines, pulsing arpeggiators, and carefully sculpted electronic textures that give the band’s sound a sense of forward propulsion. 
 
Lost in Kyiv continue: “We always wanted to write music around strong themes, and for the first time, we decided to focus on something more internal than on previous albums. Our last four albums, except maybe Nuit Noire, were more about broader and more general themes. This time, we wanted to explore the fragility of mental health and the human psyche, the relation we have with ourself.”

Lost in Kyiv are:
Jean-Christophe Condette : Bass, Synths
Dimitri Denat : Guitars
Maxime Ingrand : Guitars, Synths, Machines, Programming
Jérémie Legrand : Drums, Programming

Lost in Kyiv online:
https://www.instagram.com/lostinkiev_band/
https://www.facebook.com/lostinkiev/

Track list:
1. Enlightened  
2. Burst
3. Mantra
4. Eclipse  
5. Becoming
6. Euphoria 
7. Liminality