KING 810 has officially released their eighth studio album, “K8: RUSTBELT NU METAL 3,” continuing their evolution within the heavy music landscape.
The arrival of a new release marks a significant milestone for the band, carrying a strong emotional weight that reflects both their journey and the experiences behind the music. While difficult to define in a single sentiment, the album represents a culmination of personal expression shaped by the band’s ongoing creative path.
Described as one of their most emotionally driven records to date, “K8: RUSTBELT NU METAL 3” leans heavily into themes rooted in lived experience. The material explores deeply personal territory, offering a raw and introspective perspective that aligns with the current cultural and social climate.
Releases of this magnitude often carry an unspoken intensity, and this one is no exception. The project stands as one of the band’s most emotionally resonant works to date, pushing further into deeply personal territory while maintaining the confrontational and unfiltered energy that defines KING 810’s identity.
A Record Rooted in Reality
“K8: RUSTBELT NU METAL 3” is built on authenticity. Across eight tracks, the album explores themes drawn directly from real-life experiences, giving the record a grounded and visceral edge. The emotional core of the project feels particularly aligned with the current climate—unpredictable, heavy, and deeply human.
Rather than abstract storytelling, the album leans into firsthand perspective, reinforcing the band’s reputation for crafting music that feels immediate and unfiltered. That realism becomes both a strength and a weight, shaping the tone of the entire release.
Physical Editions and Availability
Fans looking to own a piece of the release can purchase physical formats, including:
CD Edition – $10
Glitter Vinyl LP – $25
These editions offer a tangible extension of the album’s aesthetic and sonic identity.
Beyond the Release
The album arrives alongside continued momentum for the band, including the track “Blood of the Covenant” and upcoming live appearances such as Inkcarceration, where audiences can expect to experience the new material in a live setting.
“K8: RUSTBELT NU METAL 3” stands as a defining moment in KING 810’s catalog—an album that doesn’t just present music, but documents a state of being shaped by real events, raw emotion, and the world surrounding it.
Makes My Blood Dance return with a seductive, cinematic new single as their 2026 takeover accelerates.
Out February 27, 2026 via Metropolis Records, “Black Summer” marks a defining chapter for Makes My Blood Dance — a New York-based force fusing electro-goth, pop-metal, and electronic dance energy into one relentless pulse.
A Midnight Soundtrack for the Modern Gothic
With “Black Summer,” MMBD expand their dark theatrical universe into something that feels like midnight cinema colliding with underground seduction. The track doesn’t just play — it stalks, it shimmers, it smolders. Built on industrial textures and club-ready momentum, it positions the band deeper inside the modern heavy-electronic circuit while amplifying their signature fusion of fashion, movement, and immersive atmosphere.
The single follows December’s “Your Little Hand In Mine,” further solidifying the band’s sonic identity under the Metropolis banner. Since signing with the label in late 2025, MMBD have sharpened their aesthetic into a fully realized alternative world — not just a sound, but an experience.
From Midwest Momentum to National Domination
After completing a successful Midwest run alongside Smile Empty Soul and Primer 55, the band launched their own “No Love Without Blood Tour” across the Southeast.
This spring, MMBD join Powerman 5000 and 12 Stones for a full U.S. national tour across April and May — a pivotal stretch that places them squarely in front of metal loyalists, industrial diehards, and alternative club crowds alike.
This isn’t just touring. It’s positioning.
Building Toward the Debut Album
“Black Summer” will appear on the band’s forthcoming debut album alongside:
“Heavy Metal Armour”
“Time And A Place”
“Your Little Hand In Mine”
These releases have already surpassed one million Spotify streams, with similarly strong traction on YouTube — proof that their cinematic presentation hits just as hard visually as it does sonically.
Where Industrial Meets Nightlife Culture
Standing at the crossroads of industrial rock, darkwave, and electronic nightlife, Makes My Blood Dance are constructing something larger than a band. Their shows blur the lines between metal gig and underground club ritual — heavy guitars collide with dance-floor propulsion, and introspective atmospheres erupt into communal release.
Each performance feels less like a concert and more like a temporary dimension.
Modern. Kinetic. Built for movement.
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Deep Dive Into The Universe of Makes My Blood Dance
After more than four decades of redefining extreme metal, Sepultura prepare to close the book with one last powerful statement.
Brazilian metal titans Sepultura have officially announced their farewell release, The Cloud of Unknowing EP, marking the beginning of the end for one of the most influential heavy bands in modern music history. Set for release on April 24 via Nuclear Blast Records, the EP captures the band’s final creative chapter as they continue their global “Celebrating Life Through Death” farewell tour.
With more than 40 years behind them, 14 gold records, and performances across 80+ countries, Sepultura stand as Brazil’s uncompromising metal emissaries to the world. From thrash roots to groove-laden innovation, their sound has shaped generations. Now, rather than fade quietly, they’ve chosen to document one final artistic moment.
A Final Creative Statement
The Cloud of Unknowing is described as one of the band’s most diverse and emotionally resonant releases. Across four tracks, the EP reflects both the ferocity and introspection that have defined Sepultura’s legacy. It’s not simply a closing note — it’s a distilled expression of everything the band has become.
Tracklist:
All Souls Rising
Beyond the Dream
Sacred Books
The Place
All vinyl variants include a CD edition housed in a card wallet.
Available Formats:
Oxblood
Transparent Petrol (Nuclear Blast exclusive)
Crystal Clear (band exclusive)
Transparent Red (band exclusive)
“The Place” — A Reflection on Identity and Disillusionment
Sepultura have unveiled the EP track “The Place”, accompanied by a powerful new video. Vocalist Derrick Green explains that the song explores the psychological and emotional journey of immigrants seeking refuge, only to confront internalized self-hatred shaped by propaganda and false security.
According to Green, the song’s structure mirrors its lyrical arc — beginning in disappointment and evolving into anger — capturing the emotional transformation at the heart of the story.
As the curtain begins to fall, Sepultura are bringing their legendary live energy across the globe one final time. The “Celebrating Life Through Death” tour spans Australia, North America, and Europe, including major festivals such as:
Wacken Open Air (Germany)
Hellfest (France)
Graspop Metal Meeting (Belgium)
Copenhell (Denmark)
Bloodstock Festival (United Kingdom)
North American highlights include stops in Montclair, Detroit, Chicago, Denver, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and more — alongside appearances at Sonic Temple Festival and Welcome To Rockville.
After decades of chaos, catharsis, and crushing riffs, this tour marks the final opportunity to witness Sepultura’s relentless live force.
Sepultura Line-Up
Derrick Green — Vocals
Andreas Kisser — Guitars
Paulo Jr. — Bass
Greyson Nekrutman — Drums
As one of metal’s most fearless innovators prepares to take its final bow, The Cloud of Unknowing stands as both a farewell and a reminder: true legacy is built through evolution, resilience, and uncompromising vision.
The engines are screaming, the neon is flickering, and the countdown has begun. Carpenter Brut has unleashed his latest single, “Speed Or Perish,” a high-octane descent into chaos pulled from his forthcoming album Leather Temple, arriving February 27 via No Quarter Prod / Virgin Records. The track doesn’t simply play — it detonates.
Leather Temple marks the third and final chapter in Carpenter Brut’s Leather trilogy — a saga that has fused cinematic horror, glam-metal excess, and dystopian synthwave into a blood-soaked neon mythology. This new installment places listeners at the heart of Midwichpolis, a post-apocalyptic metropolis born from nuclear fallout. At its core stands the Leather Temple itself — a brutal coliseum where speed is survival and hesitation is extinction.
“Speed Or Perish” captures the sonic violence of that arena. Propulsive synth lines slam against electro-stomp percussion and heavy, razor-edged riffs, while dramatic electronics escalate the tension into something primal. It feels like engines revving before impact — like a crowd roaring as war machines collide in a life-or-death race.
Directed and written by Seth Ickerman and produced by No Quarter Prod, the accompanying video transforms that concept into a high-speed bloodbath. Blades flash. Gunfire erupts. Metal tears into metal. It is relentless, visceral, and unapologetically brutal — a visual extension of the track’s ferocity.
Leather Temple pushes Carpenter Brut’s sound into even more cinematic territory while sharpening its attack. The album leans into a saturated ’90s electro atmosphere — dark, unflinching, and driven by distorted layers and cutting beats. Each track functions like a scene in a film: concise, charged, and kinetic. There’s no time for exposition. It hits fast. It hits hard.
The Leather series began in 2018 with Leather Teeth, a stylized homage to ’80s glam rock excess. In 2022, Leather Terror shifted into darker territory, delivering a slasher-horror narrative centered on the vengeful killer Bret Halford. With Leather Temple, the trilogy reaches its climax — a final act that blends cinematic storytelling with relentless sonic propulsion.
Leather Temple Track Listing:
Ouverture (Deus Ex Machina) Major Threat Leather Temple She Rules The Ruins Start Your Engines Neon Requiem Iron Sanctuary The Misfits The Rebels Speed or Perish The End Complete
Since 2012, Carpenter Brut has carved out a singular space within the global synthwave movement, merging electronic music, metal aggression, and deep-rooted 1980s pop culture into a cohesive, shadow-drenched universe. Drawing inspiration from horror auteurs like John Carpenter and Dario Argento, as well as the sonic assault of Slayer and Justice, he has built a stylized world where retro thrillers collide with futuristic dystopia.
That immersive vision explodes to life on stage. Carpenter Brut has announced a run of live shows across Europe, the USA, and Canada in March 2026, including a special standalone UK headline appearance at London’s Shepherds Bush Empire on March 22. Full dates and ticket information are available here.
After nearly four years away from American stages, Aesthetic Perfection is officially returning home — and they’re not easing back in quietly.
Fronted by Daniel Graves, the long-running industrial pop force has announced the “Suckers for Punishment” US Tour, a full-scale headline run that marks their first major American tour in years. And if the title sounds self-aware, that’s because it is. Graves jokingly admits they may not have “learned their lesson” the last time — but fans across the country are more than ready to welcome the chaos back.
This tour follows their high-profile 2023 run with Till Lindemann, but this time Aesthetic Perfection stands center stage — commanding the spotlight on their own terms.
Joining them on select dates are longtime allies Priest and Julien-K, both previous tour partners who helped shape key eras of the project in 2009 and 2019. This isn’t just a tour — it’s a reunion of industrial-era architects.
After 26 years of evolution, reinvention, and razor-sharp production, Aesthetic Perfection is aiming to make this the most definitive run of their career.
Exclusive VIP Experiences
In addition to general admission tickets, each show will offer a strictly limited VIP upgrade — capped at just 15 spots per city. These upgrades provide a rare, intimate opportunity for fans who want more than just a setlist — they want proximity to the machine.
As if the tour wasn’t enough, Aesthetic Perfection has also delivered a pulverizing new remix of “We Bring the Beat”, re-engineered by longtime collaborator Sebastian Komor.
Komor — known for his work in Icon of Coil, Zombie Girl, and Komor Kommando — strips the track down to its mechanical skeleton and rebuilds it for maximum dancefloor impact.
Released via Out of Line Music, the remix hits hard, fast, and without apology — a preview of additional collaborations on the horizon as the US tour approaches.
Suckers for Punishment – US Tour 2026
APR 02 – Los Angeles, CA – Whisky a Go Go APR 03 – San Diego, CA – Brick by Brick APR 04 – Pomona, CA – The Glass House APR 05 – San Francisco, CA – DNA Lounge APR 09 – Madison, WI – The Annex APR 10 – Chicago, IL – WC Social Club APR 11 – Cleveland, OH – The Foundry APR 12 – Harrisburg, PA – Capital City Music Hall APR 14 – Clifton, NJ – Dingbatz APR 15 – Philadelphia, PA – Nikki Lopez APR 16 – Rochester, NY – Photo City Music Hall APR 17 – Brooklyn, NY – The Meadows APR 18 – Hartford, CT – Webster Theater APR 19 – Manchester, NH – Jewel Music Venue APR 21 – Raleigh, NC – Chapel of Bones APR 22 – Nashville, TN – Cobra APR 24 – Austin, TX – Come and Take It Live APR 25 – Houston, TX – Scout Bar APR 26 – Dallas, TX – Trees APR 29 – Glendale, AZ – The 44 APR 30 – Las Vegas, NV – Dive Bar MAY 01 – Salt Lake City, UT – Liquid Joe’s MAY 02 – Denver, CO – Ritual Noize Festival
Summer Festivals 2026
MAY 07 – Berlin, DE – Out of Line Weekender (Old-School Electro Set) MAY 22 – Leipzig, DE – Wave Gotik Treffen AUG 08 – Hildesheim, DE – M’era Luna Festival
Suckers for Punishment – EU Tour 2026
NOV 03 – Cologne, DE – Essigfabrik NOV 04 – Berlin, DE – Frannz Club NOV 06 – Oberhausen, DE – Kulttempel NOV 07 – Liberec, CZ – Sever Synth Fest NOV 10 – Munich, DE – Backstage NOV 11 – Frankfurt, DE – Das Bett NOV 12 – Hanover, DE – MusikZentrum NOV 13 – Leipzig, DE – Hellraiser NOV 14 – Hamburg, DE – Markthalle
Deep Dive into the Universe of Aesthetic Perfection
After nearly a decade of silence, Dutch progressive metal innovators Textures have finally returned with Genotype—a powerful, forward-thinking album that proves the band hasn’t lost a single ounce of intensity, ambition, or emotional depth. Released today, the album arrives alongside a striking new video for the six-minute epic “Measuring the Heavens” and the launch of a massive European tour with Jinjer.
Long anticipated by fans, Genotype is not a sequel to 2016’s Phenotype—it’s a rebirth. Written entirely from scratch and self-produced, the album distills everything that defines TEXTURES into eight meticulously crafted tracks. Mixed by Forrester Savell (Karnivool, Dead Letter Circus), Genotype balances surgical technicality with emotional weight, pushing heaviness, melody, and atmosphere into new territory 💀
Measuring the Heavens: Tension as a Weapon
The newly released lyric video for “Measuring the Heavens” is a masterclass in restraint and release. Drummer Stef Broks describes the track as a deliberate exercise in tension-building—six minutes of controlled pressure before a final, punishing payoff. It’s a song that challenges patience, expectations, and comfort zones, rewarding listeners willing to go the distance.
Lyrically, Genotype speaks directly to outsiders, introverts, and those navigating unseen inner worlds. It’s an album about authenticity, resilience, and refusing to dilute who you are—music for those who exist just outside the spotlight, but burn just as bright 🔥
Genotype Tracklist
Void – 3:49
At The Edge Of Winter – 6:42
Measuring The Heavens – 6:51
Nautical Dusk – 5:35
Vanishing Twin – 5:49
Closer To The Unknown – 4:08
A Seat For The Like-Minded – 5:01
Walls of the Soul – 7:52
Formats Available
Genotype is available now in multiple physical editions, including a striking coke-bottle green splatter vinyl and a white/blue marble vinyl gatefold with printed lyric insert, as well as a classic black vinyl edition and CD digipak.
Reclaiming the Stage
TEXTURES have spent years building a fiercely loyal global following—from headlining festivals in India to becoming a fixture at European metal landmarks like Hellfest, Wacken Open Air, Graspop, and Brutal Assault. Now, they’re set to reclaim their place as one of progressive metal’s most electrifying live acts.
Kicking off today in Cologne, the band joins Jinjer and Unprocessed for an extensive 5.5-week European tour running through March 2026. As Stef Broks puts it, this tour marks a major milestone for the band—and an invitation for fans old and new to reconnect in the pit 🤘
TEXTURES European Tour Dates (with Jinjer)
January 23, 2026 – Cologne – Palladium – Germany January 24, 2026 – Tilburg – 013 – Netherlands January 25, 2026 – Brussels – Ancienne Belgique – Belgium January 27, 2026 – Glasgow – SWG3 – Scotland January 28, 2026 – Dublin – Olympia – Ireland January 29, 2026 – Manchester – O2 Ritz – England January 30, 2026 – Birmingham – O2 Institute – England January 31, 2026 – London – O2 Kentish Town Forum – England February 2, 2026 – Paris – L’Olympia – France February 3, 2026 – Lyon – Le Transbordeur – France February 4, 2026 – Toulouse – Le Bikini – France February 6, 2026 – Lisbon – LAV – Portugal February 7, 2026 – Madrid – Wagon – Spain February 8, 2026 – Bilbao – Santana 27 – Spain February 10, 2026 – Trezzo Sull’Adda – Live Club – Italy February 11, 2026 – Zürich – X-Tra – Switzerland February 12, 2026 – Stuttgart – LKA Longhorn – Germany February 13, 2026 – Wiesbaden – Schlachthof – Germany February 14, 2026 – München – Tonhalle – Germany February 16, 2026 – Budapest – Barba Negra – Hungary February 17, 2026 – Vienna – Gasometer – Austria February 19, 2026 – Prague – Sasazu – Czech Republic February 20, 2026 – Leipzig – Felsenkeller – Germany February 21, 2026 – Berlin – Astra – Germany February 22, 2026 – Warsaw – Progresja – Poland February 24, 2026 – Helsinki – Kulttuuritalo – Finland February 25, 2026 – Tampere – Tavara Asema – Finland February 27, 2026 – Stockholm – Fallan – Sweden February 28, 2026 – Oslo – Sentrum Scene – Norway March 1, 2026 – Copenhagen – Amager Bio – Denmark March 2, 2026 – Hamburg – Große Freiheit 36 – Germany
America’s largest goth-industrial festival returns May 1–3, 2026, transforming the Sheraton Parsippany “Castle” into a full-spectrum celebration of dark alternative culture.
Dark Force Fest has officially revealed its daily lineup for 2026, and the schedule reads like a living timeline of goth and industrial history—past, present, and future colliding across three immersive nights in Parsippany, New Jersey.
💀 Nightly Headliners: Icons After Dark Each evening is anchored by a genre-defining act, delivering a distinct chapter of the dark underground:
Friday Night: Combichrist return in full-band formation. A longtime U.S. fan favorite, their high-voltage assault sets an explosive tone for the weekend.
Saturday Night: Front Line Assembly take command. Revered as godfathers of industrial music, their legacy and unmistakable sonic architecture make this a must-see moment.
Sunday Night: London After Midnight close the festival with an iconic, long-awaited performance—an enduring force on dark dance floors for decades.
💀 Thursday Pre-Party: The Ritual Begins Early The descent starts Thursday night at QXT’s Night Club with an intimate pre-party featuring Ego Likeness—a perfect warm-up before the castle gates open.
💀 A Full-Scale Dark Culture Convergence Dark Force Fest 2026 delivers 36 bands across two stages over three days, surrounded by 100+ vendors, sideshow performances, DJ-driven club nights, a pool party, panels, and immersive activities celebrating goth and industrial culture in all its forms.
💀 New for 2026: Expanded Outdoor Experience This year introduces a brand-new outdoor tent area, adding more performers, food trucks, expanded vendor offerings, and a dedicated biergarten, amplifying the festival’s already massive atmosphere.
💀 Tickets Are Moving Fast Dark Force Fest sold out in record time last year—and demand for 2026 is expected to exceed it. If you’re planning to attend, hesitation is not your friend.
📍 Event Details Dark Force Fest 2026 May 1–3, 2026 Sheraton Parsippany Hotel (“The Castle”) Parsippany, New Jersey
Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson — two of rock’s most notorious and theatrical icons — are hitting the road together once again for a massive 21-date North American co-headline tour this summer. Dubbed the “Freaks on Parade” Tour, the trek promises late-summer chaos, industrial shock-rock spectacle, and a carnival-of-the-damned energy that only these two showmen can deliver.
The tour kicks off on August 20 in West Palm Beach, Florida at the iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre and barrels through major cities including Tampa, Charlotte, Boston, Chicago, Toronto, and Detroit, before closing out on September 20 in Concord, California at the Toyota Pavilion at Concord.
Tour Highlights
21 dates across the U.S. and Canada with stops in Florida, Georgia, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Ontario, Michigan, Missouri, Colorado, Utah, Washington, and more.
Special guests The Hu, the Mongolian metal collective blending traditional instrumentation with thunderous rhythms, will join every show.
Industrial rock veterans Orgy, famed for their late-’90s hits, ride shotgun throughout the tour.
Tickets go on sale January 23 to the general public after presales via Citi and artist presales earlier in the week.
This isn’t the first time Zombie and Manson have linked up — their storied history goes back to previous joint tours, where theatrical shock rock and chaotic stage presence became a signature draw for fans.
Whether you’re a long-time fan of industrial mayhem or just crave an unforgettable night of warped theatrics and hard-hitting rock, Freaks on Parade is shaping up to be one of summer 2026’s unmissable live experiences.
Deep Dive into the Universe of Rob Zombie & Marilyn Manson
After years of anticipation, Lords of Acid are officially back on U.S. soil. The legendary electronic provocateurs have announced the “Cheeky Freaky Tour,” a 29-date headlining run launching April 25 in Las Vegas and stretching coast to coast through the end of May. More than a simple comeback, the tour marks the opening chapter of a fully reenergized era for the band—one that looks forward without erasing its infamous past.
This spring run is deliberately framed as a reinvention rather than a nostalgia trip. The “Cheeky Freaky Tour” blends intimate club settings with large-scale festival appearances, including Sick New World in Las Vegas and Ritual Noize Fest in Denver. Each stop promises a high-impact, immersive experience that reflects decades of live evolution while amplifying the band’s modern edge.
Founder and creative architect Praga Khan confirms that this momentum is driven by more than touring ambition. For the first time in eight years, LORDS OF ACID have completed entirely new material, with a brand-new album expected later this year. According to Khan, the upcoming record respects the legacy that built the band’s reputation while decisively pushing their sound, visuals, and performance energy into the future.
Now fronted by Carla Harvey, the current Acid Queen era bridges generations seamlessly. Setlists are designed to collide eras—iconic tracks like “Pu**y,” “I Sit On Acid,” and “Crablouse” sit alongside unreleased material that previews what’s next. The focus remains on tension, theatrical presence, and sonic impact, reinforcing the band’s reputation for performances that feel confrontational, playful, and dangerously alive.
The supporting lineup has been curated to match the tour’s boundary-breaking ethos. Dead on a Sunday bring raw, modern gothic energy, while Princess Superstar delivers razor-sharp lyricism and club-ready confidence. Tony and the Kiki add fashion-forward alternative pop flair, and MZ Neon opens each night with pulsing underground electronics. Notably, both Princess Superstar and Tony and the Kiki appear on the forthcoming LORDS OF ACID album, offering fans an early glimpse into the band’s next creative phase—live and unfiltered.
Decades into their career, LORDS OF ACID continue to defy expectations of what an electronic act can be. Loud, visual, provocative, and unapologetically bold, the “Cheeky Freaky Tour” is less about reclaiming relevance and more about proving they never lost it.
LORDS OF ACID – Cheeky Freaky Tour Dates
April 25, 2026 – Las Vegas, NV – Sick New World * April 26, 2026 – Fontana, CA – Stage Red + April 29, 2026 – Grand Junction, CO – Mesa Theater + April 30, 2026 – Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theater + May 1, 2026 – Colorado Springs, CO – Black Sheep + May 2, 2026 – Denver, CO – Ritual Noize Fest * May 4, 2026 – Kansas City, KS – Warehouse May 5, 2026 – Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theater May 6, 2026 – Chicago, IL – Bottom Lounge May 7, 2026 – Detroit, MI – Magic Stick May 8, 2026 – Pittsburgh, PA – Preserving Underground May 9, 2026 – Washington, DC – Union May 11, 2026 – Cleveland, OH – Mercury May 12, 2026 – New York, NY – Racket May 14, 2026 – Atlanta, GA – Masquerade + May 15, 2026 – Orlando, FL – The Abbey May 16, 2026 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Culture Room May 17, 2026 – Tampa, FL – Orpheum May 19, 2026 – Fort Walton Beach, FL – Downtown Music Hall May 21, 2026 – Houston, TX – Scout Bar May 22, 2026 – Dallas, TX – Trees May 23, 2026 – Austin, TX – Come And Take It Live May 24, 2026 – San Antonio, TX – Paper Tiger May 26, 2026 – Tucson, AZ – 191 Toole May 27, 2026 – Phoenix, AZ – Nile May 28, 2026 – Las Vegas, NV – Swandive May 29, 2026 – San Diego, CA – Music Box May 30, 2026 – Los Angeles, CA – Echoplex May 31, 2026 – San Jose, CA – The Ritz
The Ultra Heavy Beat never dies—but sometimes it’s forced to regroup. German electronic and industrial rock pioneers KMFDM have officially postponed their nearly sold-out European tour, originally scheduled for February and March 2026, due to a severe illness requiring immediate medical intervention and ongoing therapy.
Tour Update: Health Comes First
The tour was set to support the band’s forthcoming 24th studio album, ENEMY, but circumstances beyond their control have brought plans to a temporary halt.
“We are so very sorry. We were looking forward to do this tour, but we will make up for it,” states KMFDM founder Sascha ‘Käpt’n K’ Konietzko. “We appreciate your love and support! Long live the ULTRA HEAVY BEAT,” adds co-vocalist Lucia Cifarelli.
All tickets will remain valid for the rescheduled dates. A revised tour timeline is expected to be announced soon.
Album Release Unchanged: ENEMY Arrives February 6, 2026
Despite the tour delay, the release of ENEMY remains locked in for February 6, 2026, via Metropolis Records.
The first single, “OUBLIETTE,” is already available and sets the tone for what may be KMFDM’s most confrontational release yet.
ENEMY
Formats: 2×LP | CD | Digital
Release Date: February 6, 2026
Label: Metropolis Records
Includes the single: OUBLIETTE (WAV | MP3 | Streaming | Bandcamp)
The Sound of Defiance
Society fractures. Fascism parades openly. Silence is demanded. KMFDM responds the only way they know how—louder, sharper, and more uncompromising than ever.
With 42 years of conceptual continuity through distinction, KMFDM declare themselves the ENEMY—a direct challenge to hypocrisy, discrimination, and systemic decay. The album is helmed by the songwriting and vocal command of Konietzko and Cifarelli, driven by the percussive assault of Andy Selway, and now reinforced by London-based guitarist Tidor Nieddu, whose vivid six-string attack injects fresh aggression into the KMFDM arsenal.
Adding another striking dimension, Annabella Konietzko appears on the explosive track “YOÜ,” marking her songwriting debut with the band after mesmerizing audiences during the 40th anniversary tour.
Musical Warfare Across the Tracklist
ENEMY is stylistically fearless—biting satire, political venom, and dancefloor-ready brutality collide across its runtime:
Dance/rock melodicism: OUBLIETTE
Dark industrial grooves: CATCH & KILL
Thrash satire: OUTERNATIONAL INTERVENTION
Vicious industrial metal: L’ETAT
Funk-driven menace: VAMPYR
Dub-laced defiance: STRAY BULLET 2.0
KMFDM continues to move—dancing on the blood-dimmed tide, roaring against a world that demands ignorance over awareness.
ENEMY – Tracklist
ENEMY
OUBLIETTE
L’ETAT
VAMPYR
YOÜ
OUTERNATIONAL INTERVENTION
A OKAY
STRAY BULLET 2.0
CATCH & KILL
GUN QUARTER SUE
THE SECOND COMING
Legacy of the Ultra Heavy Beat
Founded in Hamburg in 1984 by Sascha Konietzko, KMFDM carved a singular path through industrial rock—combining confrontational politics, abrasive electronics, and undeniable hooks. Early releases in Germany led to U.S. success through Wax Trax! Records, with the 1990s cementing their legacy via hits like “Juke Joint Jezebel” and soundtrack placements in Bad Boys and Mortal Kombat.
Bands such as Rammstein and Korn cut their teeth opening on KMFDM tours. After a brief hiatus in 1999, the band re-emerged on Metropolis Records with Lucia Cifarelli, continuing a relentless cycle of releases and tours. Their most recent album, LET GO (2024), capped a 40-year legacy, followed by a remixed and remastered edition of HAU RUCK in 2025.
Industrial provocateurs return to the stage with a transatlantic run backed by scene heavyweights and festival firepower.
Aesthetic Perfection have officially locked in their 2026 tour, delivering a stacked schedule that spans the United States and Germany, blending intimate club shows, high-energy support bills, and major festival appearances. Known for confrontational performances, sweat-drenched crowds, and relentless momentum, this tour marks another decisive chapter in the project’s ongoing evolution.
⚙️ A Relentless Live Force Returns
Fronted by Daniel Graves, Aesthetic Perfection has built a reputation for shows that refuse complacency. Every performance is engineered for impact—aggressive electronics, razor-edged hooks, and constant audience interaction. The 2026 tour continues that tradition, reinforcing the project’s position at the crossroads of industrial, EBM, aggrotech, and dark alternative culture.
This run also brings strategic support and collaborations, reinforcing scene unity while pushing the intensity higher night after night.
🇺🇸 United States Tour Dates — April 2026
The U.S. leg kicks off on the West Coast before cutting across the Midwest and East Coast, closing out in the Southwest.
Apr 2 (Thu) — Whisky A Go Go — West Hollywood, CA withJulien-K
Apr 3 (Fri) — Brick By Brick — San Diego, CA with Julien-K, Priest
Apr 4 (Sat) — Flyway — Pomona, CA
Apr 5 (Sun) — DNA Lounge — San Francisco, CA with Julien-K, Priest
Apr 11 (Sat) — The Foundry Concert Club — Cleveland, OH with Julien-K, Priest
Apr 12 (Sun) — Capital City Music Hall — Harrisburg, PA with Julien-K, Priest
Apr 14 (Tue) — Dingbatz — Clifton, NJ with Julien-K
Apr 17 (Fri) — The Meadows — New York City, NY
Apr 24 (Fri) — Come and Take It Live — Austin, TX
Apr 25 (Sat) — Scout Bar — Houston, TX
Apr 29 (Wed) — The 44 Sports Grill & Nightlife — Glendale, AZ
🇩🇪 Germany — Festival & Fall Tour 2026
Aesthetic Perfection’s European presence begins with a major festival appearance before returning for an extensive fall club run across Germany.
May 2026
May 7 (Thu) — Out Of Line Weekender 2026 — Berlin (Festival appearance alongside Priest, Chrom, Ashbury Heights, Dawn of Ashes, Massive Ego, and more)
May 8 (Fri) — Astra Kulturhaus — Berlin
November 2026
Nov 3 (Tue) — Essigfabrik — Köln
Nov 4 (Wed) — Frannz Club — Berlin
Nov 6 (Fri) — Kulttempel — Oberhausen
Nov 10 (Tue) — Backstage — München
Nov 11 (Wed) — Das Bett — Frankfurt am Main
Nov 12 (Thu) — Musikzentrum — Hannover
Nov 13 (Fri) — Hellraiser — Leipzig/Engelsdorf
Nov 14 (Sat) — Markthalle — Hamburg
This isn’t a nostalgia lap—it’s a forward strike. With Julien-K and Priest reinforcing the U.S. dates and a high-profile appearance at Out Of Line Weekender, Aesthetic Perfection’s 2026 tour reflects a scene that’s still evolving, still aggressive, and still unwilling to dilute its edge.
Expect packed floors, no-filter performances, and nights engineered for maximum impact.
Deep Dive into the Universe of Aesthetic Perfection
Shock-rock icon Marilyn Manson has officially extended his ongoing One Assassination Under God Tour, announcing a new run of Spring 2026 U.S. dates with support from Australian death-pop duo VOWWS.
Following a year defined by sold-out performances across the globe, Manson shows no signs of retreat. The newly announced dates continue the campaign behind his critically praised 2024 release One Assassination Under God – Chapter 1, out now via Nuclear Blast Records.
🩸 A RECORD BUILT ON DEFIANCE
One Assassination Under God – Chapter 1 stands as one of the most focused and confrontational statements of Manson’s career. Tracks like “Sacrilegious,” “Raise The Red Flag,” and “As Sick As The Secrets Within” fuse scorched-earth lyrics with industrial weight and ritualistic menace, reinforcing his legacy as a provocateur who thrives in chaos.
This next chapter of the tour continues that narrative on stage — theatrical, abrasive, and unfiltered.
🎟️ TICKET INFORMATION
Artist Presale: Tuesday, 12/16 @ 12:00 PM (Local) Password: OAUG26WT
Public On Sale: Friday, 12/19 @ 10:00 AM (Local)
🗓️ MARILYN MANSON — ONE ASSASSINATION UNDER GOD
2026 U.S. TOUR DATES
4/23 – Highland, CA – Yaamava’ Theater*
4/25 – Las Vegas, NV – Sick New World*
5/08 – Minneapolis, MN – The Armory
5/10 – Green Bay, WI – EPIC Event Center
5/12 – Louisville, KY – The Louisville Palace Theatre
5/13 – Memphis, TN – Graceland Soundstage
5/15 – Nashville, TN – The Pinnacle
5/16 – Columbus, OH – Sonic Temple*
10/24 – Fort Worth, TX – Sick New World Texas*
* without VOWWS
📀 ONE ASSASSINATION UNDER GOD – CHAPTER 1
Tracklist
One Assassination Under God
No Funeral Without Applause
Nod If You Understand
As Sick As The Secrets Within
Sacrilegious
Death Is Not A Costume
Meet Me In Purgatory
Raise The Red Flag
Sacrifice Of The Mass
Multiple official music videos from the album — including “Sacrilegious,” “Raise The Red Flag,” and “As Sick As The Secrets Within” — further expand the album’s bleak, cinematic vision.
Italy’s boundary-breaking computer metal project Master Boot Record is set to return to North America in Spring 2026, launching a full coast-to-coast headlining tour across the United States and Canada.
Following a hugely successful European run alongside Igorrr with support from Imperial Triumphant, MBR now brings their uncompromising live assault back across the Atlantic. The tour ignites on April 24 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and culminates on May 30 in Brooklyn, New York, marking over a month of relentless execution.
Tickets are on sale now.
🧠 COMPUTER METAL RETURNS — LOUDER, SHARPER, DEADLIER
MASTER BOOT RECORD describes the upcoming run as both a return and an expansion — revisiting familiar strongholds while finally infiltrating long-awaited new cities.
Fans can expect:
Brand-new synchronized visual systems
A full expanded live set
Inclusion of “Tenebre Rosso Sangue” by Keygen Church, as performed during the recent European tour
This is computer metal in its most evolved state — precision-engineered, visually weaponized, and physically overwhelming.
SPREAD THE CODE.
🗓️ MASTER BOOT RECORD — 2026 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES
4/24 – Sonia – Cambridge, MA
4/25 – Piranha Bar – Montreal, QC
4/27 – Lee’s Palace – Toronto, ON
4/28 – Sanctuary – Hamtramck, MI
4/29 – The Foundry – Columbus, OH
4/30 – Reggies – Chicago, IL
5/01 – X-Ray Arcade – Milwaukee, WI
5/02 – Zhora Darling – Minneapolis, MN
5/03 – Slowdown – Omaha, NE
5/05 – HQ – Denver, CO
5/07 – Metro Music Hall – Salt Lake City, UT
5/09 – Rickshaw – Vancouver, BC
5/10 – Star Theater – Portland, OR
5/12 – El Corazon – Seattle, WA
5/14 – Café Colonial – Sacramento, CA
5/15 – DNA Lounge – San Francisco, CA
5/16 – Zebulon – Los Angeles, CA
5/17 – Brick By Brick – San Diego, CA
5/19 – The Rosetta Room – Mesa, AZ
5/22 – Empire Control Room – Austin, TX
5/23 – Siberia – New Orleans, LA
5/24 – Garden Club – Atlanta, GA
5/26 – Chapel of Bones – Raleigh, NC
5/27 – Richmond Music Hall – Richmond, VA
5/28 – Metro Gallery – Baltimore, MD
5/29 – Underground Arts – Philadelphia, PA
5/30 – The Meadows – Brooklyn, NY
🧨 CRITICAL PRAISE
“A relentless stream of instrumental metal fused with retro computer-game bleeps and aesthetics… technically dazzling, packed with tapping, sweeping, and shredding.” — Rock Flesh
“Loaded and ready to execute. Their sound is crushing, industrial, and punishing — the crowd is fully onboard.” — At The Barrier
💽 HARDWAREZ — THE CODE BEHIND THE CHAOS
MASTER BOOT RECORD tours in support of HARDWAREZ, the 2024 full-length released via Metal Blade Records.
Created by multi-instrumentalist and mastermind Vittorio D’Amore (aka Victor Love), HARDWAREZ explores the duality of technology — power versus dependence, precision versus chaos. The album follows Personal Computer (2022) and Floppy Disk Overdrive (2020), further expanding MBR’s cybernetic mythology.
True to form, HARDWAREZ was composed live via desktop streaming, entirely programmed through MIDI, then reinforced by real guitars, updated drum systems, and a heavier, punchier mix approach developed through intensive touring.
The results spoke immediately:
#3 on Billboard’s Current Electronic Albums
#11 on Current Hard Music Albums
#17 on Top New Artists Albums
🌐 Deep Dive into the Universe of Master Boot Record
The godfather of Mexican harsh electronics is back. Racso Agroyam—founding member of Hocico and the mind behind the cult industrial project Dulce Líquido—unleashes one final blast of sonic violence before the arrival of his long-awaited new album MIND DOMINATION, out December 19th, 2025 via Out of Line Music.
Today, Dulce Líquido sets the world ablaze with the punishing new single “La Infamia De Los Falsos.” Grinding, venomous, and unflinchingly raw, it offers a deadly final preview of the chaos to come.
The Final Warning Shot ⚡🧪
“La Infamia De Los Falsos” embodies everything that defines Dulce Líquido: corrosive rhythms, mechanical terror, and an atmosphere dense enough to crush lungs. It is rhythmic torture at its purest—Aggranoise, industrial, minimal, and catastrophic.
Mind Domination is built to level dancefloors and destroy neural pathways. Fueled by pounding beats, twisted synths, and Racso’s signature dystopian vision, this album is a brutal continuation of the sound that turned Dulce Líquido into one of the most influential forces in dark industrial music.
Racso describes it best:
“When atoms and beats are combined, Dulce Líquido is ready to annihilate the dancefloors. The record will keep your mind and body dancing until you die on the dancefloor.”
Minimal. Violent. Hypnotic. This is industrial distortion at full force—a ritual of noise, panic, hate, and absolute catharsis.
For true disciples of the project, Mind Domination also arrives in a strictly limited Archives Of Domination edition—containing three additional CDs of unreleased material rescued from Racso’s personal vault.
Digitized from old tapes, MiniDiscs, and CDs, this archive reveals the hidden DNA of Dulce Líquido’s earliest eras.
Racso explains:
“I’ve been preserving this material for years. Some of it I rescued from old recordings—it’s pure gold from the past. These emotions can never be replaced, and I’m proud to finally share them.”
Live: Hocico at Out Of Line’s 30th Anniversary 🎛️🖤
Racso returns to the stage for a massive celebration as Hocico performs at Out Of Line’s 30th Anniversary in Berlin on December 19th, the same day Mind Domination drops.
Founded in 1993 by Racso Agroyam, Dulce Líquido is an uncompromising vision of industrial extremity—an outlet for isolation, rage, and psychic disintegration. The project rejects boundaries, creating twisted, violent soundscapes where imagination bleeds into reality.
It is the beast beneath the skin. The panic behind the pulse. A world of dance rhythms, harsh electronics, and grotesque atmospheres—always seeking the next boundary to destroy.
Sweden’s unstoppable Viking metal warlords Amon Amarth are returning in 2026 with a colossal UK + EU headline siege—one built on fire, steel, and the promise of an entirely new era of brutality.
The Allfather Awakens Tour brings an all-Swedish lineup of devastation, with Orbit Culture and Soilwork joining the charge as the longships push ashore throughout October and November 2026.
A New Age of War Is Coming ⚔️🔥
Fresh from conquering festival seas, supporting Slayer across the UK, and leveling the U.S. alongside Pantera, Amon Amarth now prepare to unveil an all-new theatrical stage production—their most ambitious vision yet.
The band will also deliver an extended headline set, forging the next chapter of Viking metal mythology. The raid begins October 9th in Manchester before tearing across London, Wolverhampton, and then the entire EU with no mercy left behind.
This is not myth. This is not illusion. This is modern metal’s most dominant storytellers calling their armies to war.
Tickets go live Friday, November 28th at 9am GMT / 10am CET via AmonAbarth.com/Tour.
A New Single, a New Age, a New Album Incoming 🌊⚔️
To mark the turning of the tide, Amon Amarth recently fired off their newest single, “We Rule The Waves,” a triumphant offering to the gods. The song’s video stands as a war banner announcing what’s next:
A full new album arrives late 2026.
Forged in iron, shaped by salt and storm, and sharpened by decades of mythic storytelling, the coming record promises to be one of the most devastating offerings in their entire saga.
UK RAID DATES 🇬🇧
Fri 9 Oct — Manchester, O2 Apollo Sat 10 Oct — London, Eventim Apollo Sun 11 Oct — Wolverhampton, Civic Hall
EU RAID DATES 🇪🇺
13 Oct — Paris, FR — Zenith 14 Oct — Esch sur Alzette, LUX — Rockhal 16 Oct — Stuttgart, DE — Schleyer-Halle 17 Oct — Frankfurt, DE — Festhalle 18 Oct — Antwerp, BE — Lotto Hall 20 Oct — Den Bosch, NL — Mainstage 21 Oct — Hamburg, DE — Sporthalle 23 Oct — Gothenburg, SE — Scandinavium 24 Oct — Stockholm, SE — Hovet 26 Oct — Helsinki, FI — Ice Hall 27 Oct — Tallinn, EE — Unibet Arena 29 Oct — Gliwice, PL — PreZero Arena 30 Oct — Leipzig, DE — Quarterback Arena 31 Oct — Oberhausen, DE — Rudolf Weber Arena 2 Nov — Budapest, HU — Barba Negra 3 Nov — Vienna, AT — Gasometer 4 Nov — Bamberg, DE — Brose Arena 6 Nov — Prague, CZ — O2 Universum 7 Nov — Berlin, DE — Velodrom 8 Nov — Munich, DE — Zenith 10 Nov — Milan, IT — Alcatraz 11 Nov — Zurich, CH — The Hall 13 Nov — Barcelona, ES — Sant Jordi Club 14 Nov — Madrid, ES — Vistalegre 15 Nov — Lisbon, PT — Sala Tejo
The Legend of Amon Amarth Continues 🛡️
Formed in 1992, Amon Amarth have forged their iron legacy with albums like “Twilight of the Thunder God” and “Jomsviking,” merging myth, melody, and mayhem into one of metal’s most recognizable identities. Their worldwide domination, festival headlining might, and explosive live production have crowned them kings of the modern Viking metal era.
From the shores of Valhalla to the stages of the world, Amon Amarth continue to evolve without abandoning the power, heart, and ferocity that built their dynasty.
For the first time in over ten years, KING 810 are returning to Australia — and this time they’re leading the charge. The Flint-born rustbelt titans will storm across the continent in March 2026, joining forces with Gloom In The Corner and DREGG for a brutal, unfiltered run of shows fans have been begging for since their last visit.
The Return to Oz 🇦🇺💀
KING 810’s upcoming tour marks their first-ever Australian headlining run, an overdue milestone for one of America’s most uncompromising metal acts. Known for blending bleak storytelling with suffocating heaviness, this tour promises a raw dose of the band’s signature rustbelt mythology — delivered with the full weight of a decade’s anticipation.
Cities include: ADELAIDE, MELBOURNE, SYDNEY, NEWCASTLE, & BRISBANE, where chaos, catharsis, and steel-toothed poetry will collide.
Ticket Details 🎟️
For fans who refuse to wait:
Presale opens:27/11/2025 – 10:00 AM (local time) General sale:28/11/2025 – 10:00 AM (local time)
New Music Video Out Now | Upcoming Album Break The Silence Arrives January 9th, 2026 via Nuclear Blast Records
Symphonic metal powerhouse BEYOND THE BLACK have unveiled their fourth single, “Can You Hear Me (feat. Asami from Lovebites)”, from their highly anticipated sixth studio album Break The Silence, set for release January 9th, 2026 via Nuclear Blast Records.
🎤 A Cross-Cultural Anthem for Connection This energetic, hook-filled anthem unites BEYOND THE BLACK’s powerhouse vocalist Jennifer Haben with Asami of Japan’s legendary metal band LOVEBITES. Sung in both English and Japanese, the track captures the emotional chaos of a world overloaded with noise — and the yearning to be truly heard through it all.
Accompanying the single is a stunning animated music video, bringing the song’s message of unity and resilience to vivid life. 👉 Watch the official video here
💬 Jennifer Haben shares:
“Can You Hear Me is about the shared longing for true connection — two voices from different worlds breaking through the noise of a hyperconnected yet disconnected world to truly be heard.”
💬 Asami adds:
“I’m truly excited to be part of this collaboration. It’s a powerful song, and working together across countries and cultures has been inspiring. We hope the message reaches people everywhere.”
🔥 Break The Silence – The New Era Begins Break The Silence dives deep into the human experience — exploring communication, strength, and the struggle to reconnect in a fractured world. With its mix of symphonic grandeur, melodic metal, and global influences, the album promises an emotional and cinematic journey.
🎶 Tracklisting:
Rising High
Break The Silence
The Art Of Being Alone (feat. Lord Of The Lost)
Let There Be Rain (feat. The Mystery Of The Bulgarian Voices)
🌍 The “RISING HIGH” European Headline Tour 2026 Coinciding with the album’s release, BEYOND THE BLACK will embark on their Rising High Tour — spanning Europe and Scandinavia beginning January 15th, 2026 in Manchester, UK, and concluding February 14th, 2026 in Helsinki, Finland.
🔥 ‘RISING HIGH’ HEADLINE TOUR 2026 – BEYOND THE BLACK 💀
15.01.26 – UK • Manchester @ O2 Ritz
16.01.26 – UK • London @ O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire
New Music Video Unleashed + CHAMA Out Now via Nuclear Blast Records
Arizona’s extreme metal icons SOULFLY return in full tribal fury with their thirteenth album CHAMA — a blazing, bone-crushing testament to Max Cavalera’s unshakable creative spirit. The record summons the primal roots of SOULFLY’s legacy while igniting it with a modern, war-torn vitality. Heavy, spiritual, and raw, CHAMA proves that nearly three decades in, Max is still a master of the metallic ritual.
⚔️ ‘NO PAIN = NO POWER’ – THE WAR CRY The new single, “No Pain = No Power,” erupts as a tribal-metal battle anthem, embodying SOULFLY’s trademark rhythm-driven ferocity. Featuring Gabriel Franco (Unto Others), Ben Cook (No Warning), and Dino Cazares (Fear Factory) on guitar, the track channels pure resistance and transformation — a sonic declaration that strength is forged through struggle.
Directed by Zyon Cavalera and edited by Cody Longhere, the accompanying video merges the worlds of metal and UFC, transforming pain into empowerment. 👉 Watch the official video here
💬 Max Cavalera on ‘No Pain = No Power’:
“To me, this is the ultimate guest song and video. Nikolas Motta, Biaggio, Dino, Igor A, Bootsie, Gabe, and Ben made this a collective masterpiece! Zyon took this album and video to the next level — it’s the first time he wrote and directed a video. Mixing UFC and Metal will hopefully inspire a whole new generation of fans! Chama!!”
💬 Zyon Cavalera adds:
“It feels like just yesterday we were watching UFC fights as a family, dreaming of collaborating with a fighter. Then we saw Pereira using ‘Itsari,’ and we were hooked. ‘No Pain = No Power’ proves your dreams aren’t that far away.”
🔥 CHAMA – OUT NOW Recorded at Platinum Underground Studio (Mesa, AZ) with producer Zyon Cavalera and Arthur Rizk (who also mixed and mastered), CHAMA captures the sound of evolution — tribal groove, industrial grit, and unrelenting spirit.
🎶 Tracklisting:
Indigenous Inquisition
Storm the Gates
Nihilist
No Pain = No Power
Ghenna
Black Hole Scum
Favela / Dystopia
Always Was, Always Will Be…
Soulfly XIII
Chama
Available in multiple formats including CD Jewel, Vinyl (Yellow/Orange Corona, Transparent Red w/ White Splatter, Red/Black Marbled, Picture Disc), and exclusive SOULFLY merch bundles.
🔥 The SOULFLY Tribe Rises Again – Favela Dystopia 2025 Tour Alongside GO AHEAD AND DIE, SOULFLY’s 17-date West Coast tour ignites November 1st in Roswell, NM, storming across the U.S. before wrapping up November 23rd in Flagstaff, AZ.
Louisville natives GATES TO HELL are back with a new digital single, “Disfigured.” The track is a brutally heavy, all-killer-no-filler song—essentially one long, punishing breakdown. The single is a B-side from the band’s recent album, Death Comes to All, which was recorded, mixed, and mastered by Randy LeBoeuf.
The band comments that they wrote the track a few years ago and decided to release it now to coincide with their upcoming tour with Dying Fetus. They recall playing it on a 2023 tour where it got the crowd moving every night, and they’re excited to finally have it out for the world to hear.
Starting on September 20th, GATES TO HELL will embark on a 24-day trek that includes performances at the New England Metal & Hardcore Fest and Louder Than Life. They will also join headliners Dying Fetus on their ‘Into The Cesspool’ US/Canadian 2025 tour with Mugshot. Following the tour, the band will wrap up the year with a show in Albany, New York, before kicking off a run in Europe with Sanguisugabogg, Fulci, and Celestial Sanctuary in the new year.
The band’s recent album, Death Comes to All, was fueled by youthful ambition and a sharp creative focus, with producer Randy LeBoeuf elevating their sound to new heights. The album’s artwork, crafted by WYRMWALK, offers a fitting representation of the blood-soaked dread and suffocating darkness within the music. The album is available in multiple formats, including CD and various vinyl pressings.
Tour Dates
DYING FETUS ‘Into The Cesspool’ US/CAN 2025 Tourwith MUGSHOT
09.24 Norfolk, VA @ The Annex
09.25 Charlotte, NC @ Underground
09.26 Greenville, SC @ Radio Room
09.27 Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade*
09.28 Birmingham, AL @ Workplay Theater
09.30 Ft. Worth, TX @ Tulips
10.01 El Paso, TX @ Rockhouse Bar & Grill
10.02 Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater
10.06 Seattle, WA @ The Showbox
10.07 Portland, OR @ Dantes
10.08 Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theater
10.10 Calgary, AB @ Mac Ballroom
10.11 Edmonton, AB @ Starlite Room
10.13 Winnipeg, MB @ Park Theater
10.14 Fargo, ND @ The Sanctuary
10.15 Minneapolis, MN @ The Varsity
10.16 Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave
10.17 Rock Island, IL @ Skylark QC ^
10.18 Joliet, IL @ The Forge
10.19 Grand Rapids, MI @ Elevation
10.20 Cleveland, OH @ The Roxy * GATES TO HELL + MUGSHOT Only^ GATES TO HELL only
FESTIVAL + OTHER DATES
09.20 Worcester, MA @ New England Metal & Hardcore Fest
09.21 Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life
12.13 Albany, NY @ Empire Live
SANGUISUGABOGG European 2026 Tourwith FULCI, CELESTIAL SANCTUARY
02.13.2026 BE Antwerpen @ Zappa
02.14.2026 FR Paris @ Petit Bain
02.15.2026 GB London @ O2 Academy Islington
02.16.2026 GB Bristol @ The Fleece
02.17.2026 GB Glasgow @ The Classic Grand
02.18.2026 GB Manchester City Centre @ Club Academy
Prolific metal band Fit For An Autopsy has released an unrelenting new standalone single, ‘It Comes For You’. The track is an aggressive, full-throttle journey that masterfully blends the band’s older sound with the high-caliber production and songwriting that’s become their trademark.
‘It Comes For You’ was recorded at Graphic Nature Audio in Kinnelon, NJ, with the band’s own Will Putney handling production, mixing, and mastering. The cover art was created by Jorden Haley.
The band will join Killswitch Engage on their UK and European tour, kicking off on September 29th. The 25-date trek will make stops in London and Berlin before wrapping up in Helsinki on December 3rd. Decapitated will join them for the full tour, with Hatebreed on the first leg and Employed to Serve on the second.
Fit For An Autopsy also just announced their headlining dates in Australia. The 7-date run will feature support from Bodysnatcher, Volatile Ways, and Pain Body. Tickets go on sale on September 11th.
King810 is thrilled to announce the release of their latest track, ‘I DON’T MIND,’ from K7. The new single, a grunge-inspired anthem, is now available with both audio and video on all streaming platforms. This marks the latest release from the band, inviting fans to dive in and share their thoughts.
The group is currently busy playing a string of sold-out shows in the UK before returning home to begin their next journey. This includes their annual WEEKEND WITH KING events, followed by the BLOOD RUM & RHYTHM tour. Tickets and VIP packages are still available for all upcoming dates.
Technical death metal architects COGNITIVE have unveiled their outstanding cover of the Slipknot classic, “People = Shit.” The standalone single arrives in advance of the band’s upcoming US tour, supporting death metal legends NILE. The Underground Awaits Tour 2025 is set to begin this Friday, September 12th in Raleigh, North Carolina, and will run through October 11th in Indianapolis, Indiana. Additional support will be provided by Cryptopsy and labelmates, The Last Ten Seconds Of Life.
In a collective statement, COGNITIVE commented on the new release: “We have been hard at work writing our next album and prepping for tour, but decided to spend some time having fun and recorded a cover of ‘People = Shit’ by the almighty Slipknot! We wanted to have fun with something that wasn’t exactly death metal, but still in the extreme realm! The world is an awful place, and humanity doesn’t make it any better, so to us the Slipknot math and song title added up correctly! We hope you enjoy and see you on the road!”
COGNITIVE will be touring in support of their most recent full-length album, Abhorrence, released last spring via Metal Blade Records. The record finds the New Jersey-based quintet at their brutal best. Abhorrence carries on band tradition with its maniacal fusion of relentless riffs and devastating lyrics, making for a raging, draining, and ultimately fulfilling experience.
Dark Force Fest, the ultimate gathering for fans of industrial, gothic, darkwave, EBM, and electronic music, is set to make its highly anticipated return in 2026. Taking place from May 1st to May 3rd at the Sheraton in Parsippany, New Jersey, this year’s festival promises an unforgettable experience with an array of genre-defining artists, iconic performances, and an unparalleled atmosphere of music, art, and community.
Presented by VampireFreaks, the 2026 edition of Dark Force Fest brings together a diverse collection of acts, both well-established and emerging, from the world of dark, industrial, and electronic music. With performances spanning three nights, fans can expect a wide variety of genres, from aggressive industrial to melodic darkwave and everything in between. The festival has confirmed a total of 35 bands performing over three days, plus two bands on the Thursday night pre-party.
Confirmed Lineup Spotlight
London After Midnight – A rare performance from this influential dark wave / post-punk band from the early 90s, known for their goth-club hits and headlining major festivals worldwide.
Combichrist – One of the most popular bands in the electro-industrial “aggrotech” movement, recognized for dominating dance floors with aggressive bangers and successful tours with Rammstein, including a performance at Madison Square Garden.
Front Line Assembly – A Canadian electro-industrial band formed by Bill Leeb in 1986 after leaving Skinny Puppy. They are highly revered as one of the pioneers and godfathers of the industrial music scene.
Das Ich – A German dark wave/gothic-industrial band formed in 1989 and one of the prominent founders of “Neue Deutsche Todeskunst” (New German Death Art).
Leaether Strip – The solo project of legendary Danish electronic industrial artist Claus Larsen, formed in 1989. Leaether Strip quickly built a reputation as one of the most exciting emerging industrial acts in the early ’90s.
LaPlegua – A new industrial supergroup featuring legendary Norwegian artist Andy LaPlegua and bandmates. They will be playing favorite songs from his career, including Icon of Coil, Combichrist, Panzer AG, and Scandy, plus original material.
Ultra Sunn – The Brussels dark wave duo making waves across the world. Their chart-topping hit “Keep Your Eyes Peeled” quickly amassed over 34 million Spotify plays, and they’ve been touring the world ever since.
PIG – The British industrial group founded by Raymond Watts, featuring En Esch, both original members and songwriters of KMFDM.
Rabbit Junk – Formed in 2004, this American digital hardcore act pulls from multiple electronic and guitar-driven genres to deliver a punk & metal-fueled reconstruction of the goth-industrial sound.
Priest – An electronic-industrial act from Sweden, containing ex-members from Ghost. With millions of streams, praised global tours, and critically acclaimed releases, they have successfully generated an ever-growing fanbase worldwide.
Mach FoX will release the new 7-song album Chaos of Man in October 2025 on Phage Tapes. The album will be available on cassette and digital.
Originally intended for the third Zwaremachine album, these songs were reworked after the passing of drummer Dein Offizier in August 2023. The project was then released under the Mach FoX name, as the songs no longer fit the current Zwaremachine live set. The album features the classic Zwaremachine trio of Mach FoX, bassist Dbot, and the late Dein Offizier on surdo drum.
The single “Biteback” from the album was released on Friday, September 5th.
Chaos of Man is for fans of industrial rock and Wax Trax.
Zwaremachine is currently on “The Machine Comes Alive Tour,” which includes both European and U.S. dates. This tour is notable as it features the new lineup following the passing of drummer Dein Offizier.
Key Tour Details:
U.S. Dates: The tour includes shows in Sioux Falls, Minneapolis (a hometown show supporting Leæther Strip), and Chicago.
European Dates: The band is also performing in Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands, with some shows featuring bands like Vuduvox and Enzo Kreft.
Current Lineup: The live shows feature Dutch guitarist Paul K and a new drummer/guitarist in addition to founder Mach FoX. This new live configuration is distinct from the trio that recorded the Chaos of Man album.
Happy Monday, Perfectionists! Things are busy at Aesthetic Perfection HQ. While we’re gearing up for our upcoming winter tour with Till Lindemann, we’re also excited to announce a series of headline shows on the We Bring the Beat Tour. All dates and ticket links are listed below.
We’re also secretly working on a new album and even discussing a potential return to North America in 2026. Stay tuned for more details as they develop, and if you want access to top-secret information and regular updates, consider joining our Imperfect Society community.
In the meantime, the reimagined reissue of my debut album, Closer to Human, is finally available in the North American shop, and my Dark Force Fest lecture has been published on YouTube. You can find all the details on these below. Your support means the world to me!
Closer to Human | Out Now!
On June 20th, I released the long-awaited reissue of my debut album. This isn’t just a simple re-release; it’s a complete reinvention of the 2005 original, rebuilt from the ground up using all the original samples and synthesizers.
During the initial preorder, the red vinyl editions nearly sold out, but a handful were reserved for my online shops. They’ve just arrived in our facility and are shipping now. Don’t miss out, because once they’re gone, they’re gone! Closer to Human is available in all formats in both the Aesthetic Perfection North American and European webshops.
How to Make It When You Haven’t Made It
On May 3rd, 2025, I finally held the talk I’d been planning for over a decade. Originally conceived for SXSW in 2014, my lecture explores the realities, promises, and pitfalls of being an independent musician. It’s meant to help artists turn their passion into a profession without relying on the traditional music industry.
Give it a watch on YouTube and let me know if you’d like me to do more presentations like this.
Spotify | Curated Playlists
I’ve made many of my private Spotify playlists public. In my free time, I love curating playlists that feature my favorite vibes and genres, and I thought you might enjoy them too! So far, the response has been great. Here are some of my current playlists:
Dark Electro + Aggrotech Essentials
Industrial Metal Essentials
Futurepop + Synthpop Essentials
This is Industrial Pop
Sick, Sad, Lovesongs
Live Dates
OCT 28 – Leipzig, DE – Hellraiser* | Tickets
OCT 29 – Leipzig, DE – Quarterback Immobilien Arena+ | SOLD OUT
OCT 31 – Amsterdam, NL – Ziggo Dome+ | Tickets
NOV 02 – Antwerp, BE – Sportpaleis+ | Tickets
NOV 03 – London, UK – Camden Underworld* | Tickets
NOV 04 – London, UK – OVO Arena Wembley+ | Tickets
NOV 06 – Frankfurt, DE – Festhalle+ | Tickets
NOV 07 – Braunschweig, DE – westand* | Tickets
NOV 08 – Dortmund, DE – Westfalenhalle+ | Tickets
NOV 10 – Dresden, DE – Messe Dresden+ | SOLD OUT
NOV 13 – Barcelona, ES – Sant Jordi Club+ | Tickets
NOV 15 – Madrid, ES – Palacio Vistalegre+ | Tickets
NOV 17 – Lisbon, PT – MEO Arena+ | Tickets
NOV 20 – Paris, FR – ADIDAS Arena+ | Tickets
NOV 21 – Düsseldorf, DE – PSD Bank Dome+ | Tickets
NOV 23 – Hamburg, DE – Barclay’s Arena+ | Tickets
NOV 25 – Munich, DE – Olympiahalle+ | Tickets
NOV 27 – Nuremberg, DE – Arena Nürnberger Versicherung+ | Tickets
NOV 28 – Wroclaw, PL – Club Liverpool* | Tickets
NOV 29 – Vienna, AT – Stadthalle+ | Tickets
NOV 30 – Vienna, AT – Szene* | Tickets
DEC 01 – Krakow, PL – Tauron Arena+ | Tickets
DEC 02 – Budapest, HU – MVM Dome+ | Tickets
DEC 04 – Bucharest, RO – ROMEXPO+ | Tickets
DEC 06 – Istanbul, TR – Ülker Sports Arena+ | SOLD OUT
DEC 08 – Sofia, BG – Arena Armeec+ | Tickets
DEC 09 – Belgrade, SER – Zappa Baza* | Tickets
DEC 10 – Zagreb, HR – Arena+ | Tickets
DEC 12 – Milan, IT – Alcatraz+ | Tickets
DEC 13 – Karlsruhe, DE – Stadtmitte* | Tickets
DEC 14 – Zürich, CH – Hallenstadion+ | Tickets
DEC 16 – Stuttgart, DE – Hanns-Martin-Schlyer-Halle+ | Tickets
DEC 17 – Frankfurt, DE – Das Bett* | Tickets
DEC 18 – Prague, CZ – O2 Arena+ | Tickets
DEC 19 – Prague, CZ – Cargo Gallery* | Tickets
* = Headline Show+ = Supporting Till Lindemann
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Florida death metal legends SIX FEET UNDER are back to spread the sickness this fall with their Midnight In Hell 2025 headlining tour! Kicking off September 20th in Indianapolis and wrapping October 25th in Pennsylvania, the US trek features support from Exhorder, Wretched, and Incite, with a highlight performance at Aftershock Festival on October 5th.
💀 Chris Barnes shares: “After a highly successful return to touring, I’m very excited to get back on the road and continue the mayhem this Fall! Our friends Exhorder, Wretched, and Incite will be our accomplices this time around. We’ll be dusting off some classic SIX FEET UNDER material, plus we’re debuting three tracks that have never been played live—including fan-favorite ‘The Noose.’ See you in the pit!”
🔥 2025 Tour Dates: SIX FEET UNDER w/ Exhorder, Wretched, Incite
Sep 20 – Indianapolis, IN – Heavy Hell **
Sep 21 – Columbus, OH – The King Of Clubs
Sep 22 – Baltimore, MD – Soundstage
Sep 23 – Raleigh, NC – Chapel Of Bones
Sep 25 – Orlando, FL – Conduit
Sep 26 – Tampa, FL – Orpheum
Sep 27 – Destin, FL – Club LA
Sep 28 – Baton Rouge, LA – Chelsea’s Live
Sep 29 – San Antonio, TX – Paper Tiger
Sep 30 – Lubbock, TX – Jake’s
Oct 2 – Tucson, AZ – The Rock
Oct 3 – San Diego, CA – House Of Blues
Oct 4 – San Luis Obispo, CA – Humdinger
Oct 5 – Sacramento, CA – Aftershock **
Oct 7 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon
Oct 9 – Richland, WA – Ray’s Golden Lion
Oct 10 – Portland, OR – Nova PDX
Oct 11 – Boise, ID – The Shredder
Oct 13 – Denver, CO – The Oriental Theatre
Oct 15 – Tulsa, OK – The Vanguard
Oct 16 – Des Moines, IA – Wooly’s
Oct 17 – Urbana, IL – The Canopy Club
Oct 18 – Chicago, IL – Avondale
Oct 19 – Cadillac, MI – Venue Event Center
Oct 20 – Detroit, MI – Sanctuary
Oct 21 – Buffalo, NY – Rec Room
Oct 22 – Norwalk, CT – District Music Hall
Oct 23 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Monarch
Oct 24 – Bensalem, PA – Broken Goblet
Oct 25 – New Kensington, PA – Preserving Underground (Note: Oct 5 & Sep 20 are SIX FEET UNDER only)
💿 Killing For Revenge — Out Now!
The band’s fourteenth album, Killing For Revenge, marks a new peak of brutality. Rife with nightmare-fueled imagery, guttural hellscapes, and Barnes’ signature death growl, it’s a blistering slab of true metal mayhem.
“SIX FEET UNDER are back in peak, murderous form.” – Blabbermouth “A masterful metal annihilator… Barnes shatters the soul.” – New Noise Magazine “Heaviness, brutal riffing, and pressure—it’s all here.” – Slam Magazine
“I’ve died a thousand little deaths, and I’ve got something you might like: A carrion heart… will you take me on a flight?”
Dutch gothic storytellers BLACKBRIAR have unleashed their haunting new single “Harpy”, a soaring ode to the mythological spirit of wind and storm. Known in ancient lore for abducting those cursed by the gods, the harpy becomes both guide and symbol for a soul seeking release.
Zora Cock (vocals) shares the personal darkness behind the song:
“In this song, I call upon a Harpy to please carry me away after I’ve died a thousand little deaths. I lure it with my carrion heart—after all, Harpies are known as human vultures. If not, I fear I might be stuck in the same place, slowly left eroding. I need to die one last time to finally be laid to rest. This song, ‘Harpy,’ inspired the album title.”
💿 Tracklisting: 01. Bluebeard’s Chamber 02. The Hermit and the Lover 03. The Fossilized Widow 04. My Lonely Crusade 05. Floriography 06. The Catastrophe That is Us 07. A Last Sigh of Bliss 08. Green Light Across the Bay 09. I Buried Us 10. Harpy
🗺️ A Thousand Little Deaths: European Headline Tour 2025 With Special Guests: Forever Still
Oct 23 – Tilburg, NL Oct 24 – Utrecht, NL Oct 25 – Osnabruck, DE Oct 26 – Kortrijk, BE Oct 28 – London, UK Oct 29 – Paris, FR Oct 30 – Lyon, FR Oct 31 – Portugalete, ES Nov 01 – Barcelona, ES Nov 02 – Toulouse, FR Nov 04 – Aarau, CH Nov 05 – Milan, IT Nov 07 – Wien, AT Nov 08 – Leipzig, DE Nov 09 – Warsaw, PL Nov 11 – Berlin, DE Nov 12 – Copenhagen, DK Nov 13 – Hamburg, DE Nov 14 – Cologne, DE Nov 15 – Enschede, NL Nov 29 – Istanbul, TR (Blackbriar only)
📖 A Legacy of Gothic Elegance
Renowned for their lush dark fairytales and symphonic metal seduction, Blackbriar continue to build their cinematic empire with A Thousand Little Deaths. Touching on the eternal themes of love, loss, and death, their upcoming release is both a spellbinding elegy and a triumphant wail from the shadows.
With over 71 million YouTube views, 253k+ subscribers, and over 65 million Spotify streams, Blackbriar’s siren call has reached far across the globe. Their fanbase—known as the Thorns—is growing daily, drawn into the dark enchantment of their visual and musical world.
🖤 BLACKBRIAR is: Zora Cock – Vocals René Boxem – Drums Bart Winters – Guitars Robin Koezen – Guitars Siebe Sol Sijpkens – Bass Ruben Wijga – Keys
⚔️ Metal Blade Records Museum Expands Hours & Storefront – A Shrine to Heavy Metal History Now Open Daily!
📍 The Metal Blade Records Museum in Las Vegas just turned the volume up to 11! Starting Friday the 13th, the museum will now be open daily (except Sundays) from 12pm–3pm, inviting metalheads from around the world to experience four decades of heavy metal history in one immersive space. 🎟️ Tickets available HERE
🧱 Even bigger news? The Metal Blade brick-and-mortar store has officially relocated into the museum itself! That means fans can now browse rare vinyl, vintage shirts, out-of-print CDs, and exclusive collectibles while surrounded by iconic artifacts from Slayer, Metallica, Alice Cooper, Deep Purple, Aerosmith, Thin Lizzy, and many more.
🤘 What’s Inside the Museum? Curated from the private vault of Brian Slagel, Metal Blade founder and CEO, the museum features:
Sunset Strip-era flyers and promo posters
Tour props and original stage gear
Album artwork and promo photo shoots
Label-exclusive merch from past and present
Memorabilia from Metal Massacre to Cattle Decapitation
Born from a record store clerk’s passion project in 1982, Metal Blade Records became the engine behind countless legendary bands. Brian Slagel famously helped launch Metallica via Metal Massacre, and went on to shape the careers of Slayer, GWAR, Amon Amarth, Cannibal Corpse, Fates Warning, The Black Dahlia Murder, and dozens more.
In recent years, Metal Blade has celebrated its 40th anniversary with live events, reissues, branded spirits, and a second book from Slagel, Swing of the Blade. The museum is the physical embodiment of that legacy—a love letter to the fans and the genre that continues to evolve and endure.
🎙️ In 2024, the label launched the “100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal” podcast with Pantheon Media, hosted by Slagel himself. Featuring in-depth analysis, historic commentary, and appearances from artists like James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, and Stephen Pearcy, the show offers an authoritative deep dive into the songs that forged the metal genre.
Witness one of metal’s most iconic albums reborn live — with special guests FEAR FACTORY on select dates!
🔥 CHAOS A.D. LIVE IN FULL THIS FALL Metal legends CAVALERA are gearing up to unleash pure sonic warfare across North America this Fall, performing their groundbreaking 1993 classic CHAOS A.D.in its entirety. The 18-date tour kicks off September 18 at Louder Than Life and storms through cities coast to coast before wrapping October 18 in Dallas, TX. General admission tickets are on sale now — get yours here before they vanish into the mosh pit.
🧠 The Legacy Continues Built on decades of uncompromising aggression, the name CAVALERA remains synonymous with extreme metal royalty. In 2023, Max and Iggor Cavalera defied the odds by resurrecting their earliest works — Morbid Visions and Bestial Devastation — with jaw-breaking re-recordings that channeled the raw intensity of their youth. Their mastery of this sonic time warp set the stage for their next act: breathing new life into CHAOS A.D. — a record still hailed as a defining moment in 90s heavy metal and a Gold-certified masterpiece.
⚔️ Songs That Shaped a Generation Get ready to scream along to anthems like ‘Refuse/Resist,’ ‘Territory,’ ‘Propaganda,’ and ‘Slave New World’ — rallying cries for the outcasts and the defiant. This tour promises not just a performance, but a full resurrection of CHAOS A.D. with all the fire, fury, and force it commanded more than three decades ago.
🤖 Special Guests: FEAR FACTORY Industrial metal pioneers FEAR FACTORY will join select dates — a full-circle reunion, as CAVALERA originally brought them along on the very first Chaos A.D. U.S. tour over 30 years ago. Metal history, reborn.
📅 TOUR DATES — FALL 2025 09/18 – Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life 09/20 – Hershey, PA @ Hershey Park Stadium w/ SLAYER* 09/21 – Liverpool, NY @ Sharkey’s Event Center 09/23 – Norwalk, CT @ District Music Hall 09/25 – Fort Wayne, IN @ Piere’s Entertainment Center 09/26 – Des Moines, IA @ Val Air Ballroom 09/27 – Hammond, IN @ Horseshoe w/ LAMB OF GOD* 09/28 – St. Louis, MO @ Red Flag 10/01 – Englewood, CO @ Gothic Theatre 10/02 – Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex 10/05 – Sacramento, CA @ Aftershock Festival* 10/07 – Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues 10/10 – Las Vegas, NV @ House of Blues 10/11 – Tempe, AZ @ The Marquee 10/12 – Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater 10/16 – Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall 10/17 – Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live 10/18 – Dallas, TX @ Ferris Wheelers Backyard & BBQ *No FEAR FACTORY on these dates
🎸 CAVALERA Lineup Max Cavalera – Vocals, Guitar Iggor Cavalera – Drums, Percussion Igor Amadeus Cavalera – Bass Travis Stone – Lead Guitar
👽 Daedric Unveils New Single “Alien Skin” – Out Now! Step into the shadows with Daedric’s latest single “Alien Skin”, now available on all major streaming platforms. Let your senses be consumed by the official visualizer on YouTube, delivering an immersive glimpse into the song’s haunting energy.
🔥 Featured on top Hard Rock & Metal playlists across Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Deezer, Tidal, Yandex Music, and VK Music, Alien Skin is already making seismic waves. 🎶 Listen Now:Daedric – Alien Skin
🧠 Daedric Interview: A Dichotomy of Devastation and Peace Dive deep into the dual nature of Daedric’s sonic universe—where emotional wreckage meets futuristic fantasy. From cinematic storytelling to pulse-pounding aggression, this is more than music—it’s an experience. 📖 Read the Interview:Daedric: A Dichotomy of Devastation and Peace
🎤 FiXT Artists on Tour – Catch the Action Live! The FiXT family is hitting the road with explosive energy this summer and fall:
The Browning and THE DEFECT tearing through the US, Canada & Europe
ENMY bringing the chaos to Carnevil Metal Fest and Louder Than Life 2025
Klayton (of Celldweller / Scandroid) hosting a meet & greet + autograph session at Colorado Festival of Horror
📅 Don’t miss your chance to join the movement.
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New England metal band DEATH RATTLE continues to build momentum with the release of their powerful new single and music video, “The Darkness,” available today, June 2nd, 2025. This release comes as anticipation builds for their forthcoming album, The Moral Chokehold, now set to drop on July 11th, 2025, due to a manufacturing delay.
Check out “The Darkness” on all streaming/download digital platforms or watch the music video here.
“’The Darkness’ is collectively one of, if not our most favorite song from the ‘Moral Chokehold,” states guitarist Ryan Vanderwolk. “Not only is it the closer for the record, but also the closer for our live sets. Born from a couple of riff ideas, it quickly grew to a much larger, and diverse song as everyone put their fingerprints on it. There are the elements of the groove, and aggression Death Rattle does well, but also has more relaxed moments, a huge catchy chorus, and a very progressive climax. ‘Rage against the dying of the light’ and enter ‘The Darkness.’”
Building on recent tours with diverse acts like Left To Die, Gorgoroth, and Aeturnus, and gaining traction on Liquid Metal radio, DEATH RATTLE showcases their blend of groove, melody, and aggression, as previously heard in tracks like “Malthusian Dependency”, “Immersed in Black,” and “Nietzsche, and the Fall” (featuring Bjorn “Speed” Strid of SOILWORK/THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA).
Pre-order The Moral Chokehold now for a limited edition 300 “Philosopher’s Moon” colored vinyl, CD, and Digital formats at http://lnk.to/deathrattle.
The Moral Chokehold boasts a powerful sound, thanks to production by Kevin Billingslea (Lamb of God, Trivium), mixing/mastering by Jens Bogren (Amon Amarth, Kreator), and stunning artwork from Tamer Azab of The Dark Art in Dubai.
“We are beyond stoked to release ‘The Moral Chokehold.’ For us, this album has been almost four years in the making. We had a blast writing and recording it, but for the last year we have been in the trenches making content and releasing things to hype up the release. It is the grind of the music business. It feels so good to finally get back to what we are passionate about – the music. Releasing these songs to the world and touring to support them is what this whole venture is all about. Creatively, this was a giant step forward for us. We experimented with writing more in the studio environment and playing with different melody structures. It has brought out a new energy in our live show. When a group of songs inspires the band to begin writing the next album before the music is even released, you know you have made something special. That is how we feel about ‘…Chokehold.’ We cannot wait for you all to hear this thing all the way through.”
Hailing from New England, a region known for producing influential metal acts, DEATH RATTLE aims to follow in those footsteps. They have already released two independent albums, toured the US four times (including supporting The Convalescence), and toured Japan twice, supporting acts like Cattle Decapitation, Revocation, Ne Obliviscaris, and Wolfheart. They have also played regionally with Hatebreed, Soulfly, Unearth, Crowbar, Allegaeon, Philip H Anselmo and the Illegals, Let Us Prey, and appeared at festivals like Mayhem Fest, Summer Slaughter, New England Metal and Hardcore Fest, and the Tattoo & Music Festival.
The spark that ignited Dead Posey was a shared love for rock’s dark heart. Danyell, then immersed in acting and modeling, found her calling one night in Tony’s studio. Already a seasoned musician with Eve 6 and a producer in his own right, Tony witnessed Danyell’s raw talent as she sang Nirvana’s “Come As You Are.” “A newfound passion was unlocked in me,” she recalls, “I knew from that moment in my bones that this is what I was meant to do in life.” They hit the ground running, writing songs that would soon define their unique sound.
Their early “Freak Show EP” era, what they now call Dead Posey 1.0, was a significant milestone, landing them publishing and record deals, along with crucial sync placements. At the time, they believed they had found their sound—a bluesy, garage-rock feel. However, the road ahead held more evolution. As they played live more often, their sound matured, growing harder and more aggressive, embracing darker, synthier rock with heavy guitars. This transformation led to Dead Posey 2.0, where they truly found their stride, blending their favorite influences into a cohesive, powerful force. Playing new songs live before release became a vital part of this evolution, injecting a new level of energy into their recordings.
Early tracks like “Don’t Stop the Devil” became unexpected launching pads, propelling their music into TV and film. These placements were a crucial early boost, providing funding for gear, tours, and merch. “It’s funny looking back, though,” Danyell muses, “our sound has changed so much since then, and we thought that time was the peak. But in reality, it was just the beginning.” This early success taught them a valuable lesson: constant growth and adaptation are essential to building a solid, sustainable foundation in an ever-changing industry.
Their sound is a potent cocktail of influences, a blend of Marilyn Manson, Garbage, Hole, Nine Inch Nails, Nirvana, and Depeche Mode. They gravitate toward anything with dark energy, industrial textures, raw emotion, classic melodies, and a guitar thrust. It’s an intuitive process, a musical blender where everything goes in, and something uniquely Dead Posey emerges. The Freak Show EP, their debut, remains a special marker of their journey, an “innocent but still polished” snapshot of their early days, even as they’ve creatively moved far beyond it.
Breaking into the competitive music industry as a DIY band presented immense challenges, and they’re still pushing boundaries a decade later. They’ve learned not to rely on fickle industry support, choosing instead to focus on what they can control: creating music they’re passionate about and fostering genuine connections with fans through social media and live shows. Their mantra: “Fluff doesn’t create a sustainable career; it’s the hard work you put in every day when no one’s watching that truly makes a difference.” Looking back, their advice to their younger selves would be blunt: “Buckle up – this journey is a long, winding road! The blood, sweat, and tears it will take are beyond imagination so be ready.” They’ve been knocked down countless times, but their unwavering love for creating music, performing live, and connecting with their fans always pulls them back up.
A palpable fire ignites Dead Posey’s latest releases. Their current sound is fueled by rebellion, survival, and self-liberation, a visceral response to the chaos of the world. They’re relentlessly pushing through darkness—mentally, emotionally, and sonically—emerging stronger with every note. Uninterested in trends, they channel years of frustration, power, and resilience into music that is unapologetically their own, designed to endure.
Current Energy & Headspace
While their sound has evolved, their core songwriting and production process remains collaborative. Danyell brings thematic and lyrical vision, while Tony, a versatile musician, masterfully pulls everything into a cohesive, impactful whole. They’ve always been hands-on, writing and producing every element themselves. A significant recent shift involves road-testing new songs live before finalizing them, allowing them to gauge audience connection and infuse recordings with live energy.
Beyond the music, Dead Posey cultivates an iconic visual aesthetic, an extension of their sound. Every release is an opportunity to expand the Dead Posey universe, telling stories through artwork, photos, and stage attire. They draw inspiration from gritty rock ‘n’ roll, vintage flair, dark surrealism, and classic and modern horror, letting the visuals organically rise from the music itself.
Maintaining creative chemistry amidst constant demands requires discipline. They strive to shut out distractions in the studio, finding inspiration in their creative space. Their shared investment in every aspect of the band keeps them grounded and hungry. It’s a delicate balance of trust, taking necessary breaks, and open communication. Their driving force: “The energy we put into the band is what will keep it thriving.”
In an industry where mental health is paramount, they prioritize staying grounded by focusing on what they can control, often breaking it down into week-by-week chunks. They’ve learned not to chase external validation, instead centering on creating music they love and connecting with their fans. Setting boundaries with industry interactions has become crucial for protecting their energy and mental space. Self-care, even in small ways, is essential for navigating the chaos. This past year, they’ve embraced resilience, learning that growth flourishes in discomfort and uncertainty, leading to greater confidence and personal evolution. Their proudest moments of 2024 include releasing their debut album, Are You In A Cult?, headlining shows in the UK, and playing for their biggest crowd yet at Spain’s Rockland festival.
What Lies Ahead
With their debut full-length album, Are You In A Cult?, recently released, Dead Posey is taking time to let it resonate, focusing on touring and bringing their sonic world to as many fans as possible. While always writing, they’re not rushing into another album, instead considering collabs or special versions of existing songs for later in the year. Their dream collaborations span legends like Lady Gaga, Marilyn Manson, Nine Inch Nails, Depeche Mode, or Garbage, recognizing these artists’ profound influence on Dead Posey’s DNA, but they’re equally open to teaming up with rising acts who share their vibe.
Dead Posey remains a core duo, bringing in talented live musicians for their shows. Their vision and songwriting will always stem from the two of them. Their ultimate goal is to become a headlining act, capable of easily touring small to medium clubs, and from there, building to bucket-list aspirations like headlining festivals and becoming a household name. They’re not waiting for opportunities; they’re building their own solid foundation.
They constantly push boundaries in their sound and performance, aiming for an immersive live experience that transcends mere song delivery, engaging audiences on a deeper level with visuals and raw energy. They refuse to stay stagnant, always striving to surprise themselves and their fans. In a rock, alt, and industrial landscape that often blurs genre lines, Dead Posey stands apart with their raw energy and authenticity, in it for the long haul to build their own path.
Ultimately, Dead Posey hopes to leave a lasting mark by demonstrating that success and a loyal fanbase can be found outside “the club,” even in a constantly shifting social media landscape. They aspire to inspire other artists to trust their instincts and remain true to their vision, even when external pressures push in different directions.
Catch Dead Posey headlining and get your VIP tickets for THE DAMNED & THE DEAD tour this June: https://www.deadposey.com/tour
The Machines Vs Monsters tour is off to an explosive start with the first show completely SOLD OUT, and tickets for the remaining dates are flying! Don’t miss your chance to catch this incredible lineup.
North American Dates:
May 30: Minneapolis MN – The Fillmore Minneapolis – SOLD OUT!
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