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EVOL MUSIC GROUP SIGNS ELEKTRIKILL AS “MY SALVATION” EMERGES FROM THE SHADOWS

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Something darker is taking shape as Evol Music Group welcomes Elektrikill—ushering in a release that feels less like music, and more like a transmission from the edge of collapse.

⚡ A SIGNAL FROM THE VOID

Evol Music Group has officially signed Elektrikill, the project of Steve Vil, marking a calculated step deeper into the industrial underground. This isn’t a surface-level collaboration—it’s an alignment of intent. Cold, deliberate, and unapologetically intense.

At the center of this signing is “My Salvation”—a release that doesn’t offer comfort, but confrontation. Built on stark contrasts and controlled tension, the track pulls listeners into a space where clarity and distortion coexist. It’s not designed to be easy. It’s designed to be felt.

🔥 A SOUND THAT DOESN’T ASK PERMISSION

Elektrikill operates in a space where restraint and aggression collide. Minimal yet heavy, clinical yet emotional, the project strips away excess and leaves only what matters—pulse, pressure, presence.

“My Salvation” extends beyond a single version, evolving through multiple forms that reshape its impact. Each iteration exposes a different layer, reinforcing a singular identity rooted in precision and atmosphere.

⚙️ ARTIST-FIRST. CONTROL REMAINS INTACT

True to Evol Music Group’s foundation, this partnership is structured with intention. The agreement is built to prioritize creative control and long-term alignment, ensuring the artist’s vision remains at the forefront while establishing a framework designed for growth, trust, and sustainability.

This isn’t about taking from artists. It’s about building with them.

🚀 THE NEXT PHASE BEGINS

With Elektrikill now part of the Evol Music Group roster, the direction is clear: darker, sharper, more focused. This signing signals a continued push toward music that doesn’t just exist in the background—but demands attention.

“My Salvation” is only the beginning.

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Fear Factory Reveal First Details of Long-Awaited New Album

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Industrial metal pioneers Fear Factory are preparing to unleash a brand-new studio album later this year, and founding guitarist Dino Cazares has begun revealing the first major details about the highly anticipated release.

The upcoming record—expected via Nuclear Blast—will mark a major milestone for the band. It will be the first Fear Factory album featuring vocalist Milo Silvestro and drummer Pete Webber, both of whom have already spent several years touring with the legendary industrial metal act.

A Concept Built Around Humanity and A.I.

According to Cazares, the album will continue Fear Factory’s long-running exploration of the conflict between humanity and technology, a theme that has defined the band’s identity since the 1990s.

This time, the story takes place in a bleak future where humanity exists only in fragments, with artificial intelligence dominating much of the world. While the band remains fascinated by technological evolution, the new material also carries a cautious tone about where that future could lead.

Rather than telling a single continuous story like the band’s classic 1998 concept album Obsolete, the new record will feature individual narrative explanations for each track, giving fans deeper insight into the meaning behind the lyrics, riffs, and themes.

Cazares emphasized that the band wants listeners to understand the intent behind every song, something that often gets lost in the streaming era where liner notes and context rarely accompany digital releases.

A Collaborative Effort From the New Lineup

The writing process behind the album has been a fully collaborative effort. Cazares worked alongside longtime producer Damien Rainaud, while Silvestro contributed a significant portion of the lyrics.

Additional lyrical input also came from bassist Ricky Bonazza, helping shape the album’s overarching narrative and emotional tone.

After touring with Fear Factory for several years, Silvestro has had time to deeply absorb the band’s identity, which Cazares says helped him find his own place within the sound of the group.

A Powerful Closing Chapter

One of the album’s standout moments will be the closing track, written largely by Silvestro himself. The song reportedly carries a cinematic feel similar to “Expiration Date” from the band’s 2015 album Genexus.

Its story imagines a distant future where humanity has disappeared entirely, leaving behind only microscopic remnants of life—raising the possibility that something new could eventually evolve from the ashes of the human race.

Keyboard contributions from longtime collaborator Rhys Fulber will also appear on the track, adding another familiar sonic layer to the band’s evolving sound.

Taking Their Time to Get It Right

Despite fans eagerly asking for new music, Cazares says the band has intentionally taken their time with the album. Expectations are especially high because this will be Fear Factory’s first release without longtime vocalist Burton C. Bell, who departed the band in 2020.

Rather than rushing the process, the band wants to ensure the record stands the test of time.

For Cazares, the goal is simple: deliver an album that lives up to the legacy Fear Factory has built across more than three decades of futuristic, machine-driven metal.

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Stoneburner Announces New EP Invasive Species — A Brutal Reflection of a World on Edge

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Industrial darkwave project Stoneburner is preparing to return with a powerful new release titled Invasive Species, arriving this Friday. The EP marks the latest chapter from the mind of Steven Archer, continuing a legacy of emotionally charged, dystopian electronic music that feels uncannily aligned with the anxieties of the modern world.

A Soundtrack for an Uncertain Era

Over the years, Steven Archer has built a reputation for transforming tension, instability, and the haunting beauty of societal fracture into immersive sonic experiences. With Invasive Species, that artistic approach remains firmly intact.

The upcoming EP channels the uneasy atmosphere of the present moment—capturing feelings of disruption, transformation, and survival within a shifting cultural landscape. Archer’s work often blends harsh electronic textures with deeply human emotional currents, creating music that is both unflinchingly brutal and strikingly intimate.

The result is a release that doesn’t simply comment on the world around us—it feels like it was born directly from it.

Continuing the Stoneburner Legacy

Fans who have followed Stoneburner through previous releases know that every project exists within its own carefully constructed universe. Invasive Species continues that tradition, presenting a distinct sonic environment where industrial rhythms, dark electronic atmospheres, and raw emotional honesty collide.

The announcement comes via COP International, where label founder Christian Petke emphasized the importance of independent artists and the communities that support them. In a music landscape often dominated by algorithms and corporate playlists, releases like Invasive Species serve as a reminder that underground scenes still thrive because of passionate listeners and dedicated creative networks.

A New World to Explore

For longtime supporters of Stoneburner, the message is clear: this new EP continues the project’s tradition of immersive storytelling and emotional intensity. For newcomers, Invasive Species offers a doorway into a musical universe where darkness, beauty, and truth collide.

As the release approaches, the anticipation surrounding Stoneburner’s latest chapter continues to build—promising another bold exploration of sound and atmosphere from one of dark electronic music’s most distinctive voices.

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AVGMNT Announces Concept EP BRAVE, Inspired by Aldous Huxley’s Dystopian Vision

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AVGMNT has officially unveiled their upcoming EP BRAVE, a conceptual release that draws heavy inspiration from the legendary dystopian science-fiction novel Brave New World by Aldous Huxley. The project marks the beginning of a larger narrative arc for the electronic duo as they explore the unsettling intersection of technology, control, and engineered society.

A Dystopian Concept Comes to Life

Greeting listeners from “this and every parallel universe,” AVGMNT has introduced BRAVE as the first chapter of an ambitious concept album. The EP dives deep into the philosophical and societal themes made famous by Huxley’s seminal work—examining a future where humanity is shaped not by individual freedom, but by design.

Through its sonic landscape and thematic storytelling, BRAVE explores concepts such as embryonic programming, sleep teaching, caste assignment, and rigidly defined social roles, all framed under the idea of sacrificing individuality for the supposed “greater good.” The result is a dark and thought-provoking electronic release that merges dystopian science fiction with the immersive textures of modern industrial and electronic music.

Early Access with “Decanting Day”

Fans eager to enter AVGMNT’s latest sonic universe won’t have to wait until release day to hear new material. Those who pre-order the EP will immediately receive the track “Decanting Day,” offering an early glimpse into the thematic world the duo is constructing.

Release Date and Physical Editions

The BRAVE EP is scheduled for release on March 25, with physical editions expected shortly after the digital launch. For collectors and dedicated fans of AVGMNT’s evolving narrative-driven releases, the physical format promises to be another essential addition.

With BRAVE, AVGMNT (AlphaN / OmegaZ) continue expanding their universe—blending dystopian philosophy, cybernetic storytelling, and electronic intensity into a release that challenges listeners to question the boundaries between control, identity, and engineered society.

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Cyanotic Unveils “Nothing Changes,” Featuring a Crushing Dub Mix by Justin K. Broadrick

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Industrial stalwarts Cyanotic have returned with a dark new twist on a familiar track. The project has just announced the release of “Nothing Changes,” an alternate version of “And Still Nothing Changes” from the album The After Effect.

Known for their relentless fusion of industrial aggression, electronic precision, and dystopian atmosphere, Cyanotic continues to push their sonic identity deeper into mechanical darkness with this reimagined release.

A New Take on The After Effect

“Nothing Changes” revisits the themes and sonic textures introduced on The After Effect, but strips the track down and rebuilds it with an even heavier and more oppressive atmosphere. The alternate version leans into Cyanotic’s signature blend of pounding rhythms, distorted electronics, and bleak lyrical undertones, amplifying the track’s sense of tension and inevitability.

The release also features a hellish dub remix crafted by legendary industrial innovator Justin K. Broadrick, the mind behind groundbreaking projects like Godflesh, Jesu, and Techno Animal.

Broadrick’s remix transforms the track into a cavernous sonic descent, layering crushing bass, industrial dub textures, and hypnotic distortion into something that feels both punishing and immersive.


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Industrial Legends Collide

The collaboration between Cyanotic and Justin K. Broadrick brings together two forces known for pushing the boundaries of industrial music. The result is a track that feels both familiar and newly destructive—melding Cyanotic’s cybernetic rhythm structures with Broadrick’s unmistakable wall-of-sound heaviness.

For fans of industrial, EBM, and experimental electronic music, “Nothing Changes” stands as another powerful entry in Cyanotic’s catalog and a reminder that the genre’s pioneers are still shaping its future.

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Ayria Returns to Her EBM Roots with Explosive New Single “Vicious World”

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Ayria storms back into the underground with a pulse-pounding new single that reconnects with her stompy, hard-hitting EBM foundation while setting the stage for a bold new era.

🔥 A Full-Throttle Return to Form

With “Vicious World,” Ayria delivers a fierce and unapologetic return to her body music roots. Fans of her earlier aggression will immediately feel the DNA of “My Revenge On the World” coursing through this track — but sharpened, modernized, and driven straight into the red.

The influence of classic EBM titans like Nitzer Ebb pulses beneath the surface: commanding rhythms, mechanical precision, and an undeniable physicality. This isn’t passive listening. It’s kinetic. It’s sweat-soaked. It’s built for dark dance floors and iron-clad gym sessions alike.

Dark. Seductive. Relentless.

“Vicious World” doesn’t ask for attention — it takes it.

⚡ The First Taste of Something Bigger

While the single stands strong on its own, it also serves as the opening statement for a forthcoming full-length album arriving later this year.

According to Ayria, the project will be multifaceted — weaving together:

  • Synthpop atmospherics
  • Dark dance propulsion
  • Grit-heavy 90s industrial textures

This new era promises both evolution and homage — a reflection of where she’s been creatively over the past few years and where she’s headed next. If “Vicious World” is the ignition point, the full album may very well be the explosion.

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🖤 Why This Release Matters

In an era where electronic music often leans toward polish over punch, Ayria doubles down on grit and groove. “Vicious World” reconnects with the physical roots of EBM while maintaining her signature dark allure — proving once again why she remains a staple in the industrial and dark electronic underground.

If this first track is any indication, 2026 may mark one of her most dynamic creative chapters yet.

Turn it up. Move your body. Enter the Vicious World.

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In Strict Confidence Return with a Haunting Reimagining of “Blasphemous Rumours”

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A shadow moves once again through the dark corridors of industrial and darkwave. IN STRICT CONFIDENCE have unveiled their latest release, “Blasphemous Rumours,” delivering a chilling reinterpretation that pulses with atmosphere, reverence, and their unmistakable sonic signature.

A Classic Reborn in Cold Steel and Shadow

Known for blending gothic melancholy with industrial precision, IN STRICT CONFIDENCE approach “Blasphemous Rumours” not as a simple cover—but as a transformation. The track breathes with cinematic tension, layered synth architecture, and emotionally restrained intensity. Where others might lean into nostalgia, this version feels deliberate, modern, and surgically constructed.

The production is immersive. Dark electronic textures swirl beneath controlled, expressive vocals, building a sonic cathedral of echo and tension. It’s not just a nod to the past—it’s a statement of continued relevance in the present.

For longtime followers of the band, this release reinforces why IN STRICT CONFIDENCE remain pillars of the dark electro movement. For newcomers, it’s an invitation into a world where emotion and machinery coexist in perfect balance.

Experience “Blasphemous Rumours” and step into the atmosphere for yourself.

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PIG Returns with “Tosca’s Kiss” — A Brutal Prelude to Hurt People Hurt

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Industrial provocateur PIG is back with a venom-laced new single, “Tosca’s Kiss,” arriving March 6 via Metropolis Records, in collaboration with Armalyte Industries and Blue Noise (Hiroshi Yoshihiro). 💀

Written by Raymond Watts and Jim Davies, the track serves as the latest transmission from the forthcoming album Hurt People Hurt—a record poised to carve deep into the psyche of modern industrial music.

A Legacy of Sonic Violence ⚙️

For decades, Raymond Watts has weaponized sound under the PIG moniker—merging abrasive electronics, theatrical darkness, and razor-edged satire into something unmistakably his own. With “Tosca’s Kiss,” that legacy intensifies. 💀

Jim Davies (known for his work with The Prodigy and Pitchshifter) once again joins forces with Watts, forging metallic riffs and punishing textures that feel both nostalgic and futuristically hostile. The result is a track that bites hard—equal parts seductive and savage.

From Hurt People Hurt 🔥

If the album title is any indication, Hurt People Hurt will not be a passive listening experience. It promises confrontation. Catharsis. Reflection through distortion. 💀

“Tosca’s Kiss” hints at a body of work that explores cycles of damage, consequence, and emotional fallout—delivered with PIG’s signature industrial decadence.

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IMMOLATION Announce New Album Descent, Out April 10 — New Single “Adversary” Drops with Crushing Video

New York death metal legends Immolation storm into 2026 with renewed fury, unveiling their twelfth studio album Descent, set for release on April 10 via Nuclear Blast Records. Alongside the announcement, the band has unleashed the album’s first single, Adversary, delivering a merciless preview of what lies ahead. 💀

Since their seminal 1991 debut Dawn of Possession, Immolation have remained a defining force in extreme metal, shaping the genre through innovation rather than imitation. At the core of their unmistakable sound is guitarist Bob Vigna’s signature fretwork—serpentine leads colliding with ominous, slow-burning dirges that feel both ancient and alien.

A First Descent into the Abyss

“Adversary” hits with relentless precision: blast-driven percussion, dissonant riff structures, and Ross Dolan’s cavernous growls forming a towering wall of sound. It’s death metal sharpened to a lethal edge—uncompromising, atmospheric, and deeply menacing. The accompanying video, directed by Bob Vigna himself, visually amplifies the track’s suffocating intensity.

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The Band Speaks

Immolation describe Descent as both a continuation and an evolution—rooted firmly in their origins while daring to push further into new territory. The band calls the album “almost addictive,” highlighting its ambitious songwriting, immersive atmosphere, and one of the strongest productions of their career. 💀

Forged in Fire: Production & Artwork

Descent was recorded across two locations: guitars, bass, and vocals tracked with Justin Passamonte at Jpass Music, while drums were captured at Mercinary Studios with Noah Buchanan. Longtime collaborator Zack Ohren handled mixing and mastering alongside the band, resulting in a muscular, high-definition production that balances sheer brutality with unsettling clarity.

Visually, Immolation once again partnered with acclaimed artist Eliran Kantor for the album cover, complemented by interior illustrations from Santiago Jaramillo (Triple Seis Design). The result is a visual statement as harrowing and iconic as the music itself.

Descent — Album Details

Release Date: April 10
Formats: CD | LP | Digital

Tracklist:

  1. These Vengeful Winds
  2. The Ephemeral Curse
  3. God’s Last Breath
  4. Adversary
  5. Attrition
  6. Bend Towards The Dark
  7. Host
  8. False Ascent
  9. Banished
  10. Descent

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On the Road: 2026 Tours

This February, Immolation will join Mayhem on the Death Over Europe Tour, alongside Marduk, tearing through major European cities.

Following that run, the band heads to North America as direct support for Behemoth on The Godless IV 2026 Tour, joined by Deicide and Rotting Christ. Select festival appearances will follow, including Rockstadt Extreme Fest and Brutal Assault. 💀

Why Descent Matters

Calling Descent “heavy” barely scratches the surface. This is Immolation refining their language of darkness—death metal that is brutal yet cerebral, oppressive yet precise. With Descent, Immolation don’t just reaffirm their legacy; they deepen it, proving once again why they stand alone at the genre’s highest tier.

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Wolf Within Me: Lykinthrope Exposes the Breaking Point Between Control and Collapse

OUT NOW: Wolf Within Me by Lykinthrope 💀

With “Wolf Within Me,” Lykinthrope delivers a visceral, emotionally charged release that lives in the space between control and collapse. Built around tension, patience, and the inevitability of eruption, the track explores what happens when self-restraint becomes a cage—and instinct finally breaks free.

News Article: A Study in Contained Fury

At its core, “Wolf Within Me” is about suppression—the kind that looks calm on the surface but seethes underneath. The lyrics paint a portrait of someone who has mastered silence, discipline, and emotional restraint, not because it’s healthy, but because it’s necessary for survival.

Lines like “Wear my patience like a chain” and “Every heartbeat locked in place” immediately frame control as confinement. This is not peace—it’s containment. The song repeatedly emphasizes calculation, control, and self-policing, creating a sense of pressure that steadily builds with each verse.

The wolf becomes the central metaphor: instinct, anger, truth, and identity all compressed beneath composure. It’s not portrayed as evil or reckless—it’s exhausted. “Tired of always folding” becomes the emotional thesis of the track, resonating with anyone who has learned to survive by staying quiet.

As the song progresses, the imagery intensifies. Fur rising, teeth sharpening, the moon igniting something violent inside the chest—it’s the slow, cinematic transformation from restraint to reckoning. By the final chorus, restraint is no longer virtuous. Walking away was mercy. Patience has eroded. The explosion is not sudden—it’s overdue.

“Wolf Within Me” positions Lykinthrope as an artist willing to explore internal conflict without romanticizing it. This is not a power fantasy. It’s an honest confrontation with the cost of always being the controlled one.

Release Review: The Sound of Pressure Cracking

From a sonic standpoint, “Wolf Within Me” thrives on tension. The arrangement mirrors the lyrical theme—tight, controlled, and coiled. There’s a constant feeling that something is being held back, as if the track itself is biting its tongue.

The verses feel restrained and deliberate, allowing the listener to sit inside the pressure rather than escape it. When the chorus hits, it doesn’t explode immediately—it surges, reinforcing the idea that this transformation is inevitable, not impulsive.

The bridge is a standout moment. “Don’t mistake the peace I show for a leash you think you hold” reframes calmness as deception, flipping the listener’s expectations. What appears compliant is actually volatile. The breakdown that follows—voices calling, cages breaking—feels claustrophobic and psychological, rather than purely aggressive.

By the final chorus, the restraint is gone. The storm that “no one noticed” becomes undeniable, and the emotional payoff lands hard because it was earned. The explosion feels justified, not theatrical.

This track will resonate strongly with listeners drawn to dark electronic and industrial-adjacent music that prioritizes emotional truth over bravado. It speaks to those who know what it means to keep the peace at their own expense—and what happens when that cost becomes too high.

Lyrical Interpretation: Instinct vs. Control

“Wolf Within Me” is ultimately about the danger of misreading patience as weakness. The song dismantles the idea that calmness equals compliance and reframes restraint as a countdown.

Key themes include:

  • Emotional suppression as survival
  • The psychological toll of constant self-control
  • Instinct as truth rather than threat
  • Explosion as consequence, not choice

The wolf is not something to conquer—it’s something to acknowledge. Ignoring it only ensures it will eventually break free.

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Excluded: Leatherstrip Returns With a Cold, Unflinching Statement on Alienation

OUT NOW: Excluded by Leatherstrip
Available now via Bandcamp—and it does not ask for permission. 💀

A Song for the Cast Out

With “Excluded,” Leatherstrip delivers a stark, confrontational piece that cuts straight to the emotional core of alienation. This is a track about being pushed outside the circle—socially, politically, ideologically—not by choice, but by systems that decide who belongs and who does not.

There is no metaphorical cushioning here. The song speaks plainly and forcefully about marginalization, enforced silence, and the psychological toll of being erased or dismissed. It’s not framed as victimhood, but as awareness—cold, sober, and unresolved.

Sound & Structure: Discipline Over Decoration

Sonically, “Excluded” is unmistakably Leatherstrip. The track is built on rigid EBM foundations: precise sequencing, relentless rhythmic motion, and a stripped-down arrangement that leaves no room for distraction. The production is austere and controlled, reinforcing the lyrical message rather than competing with it.

Nothing feels excessive. Every element serves purpose. The beat drives forward with mechanical resolve, while the synth work remains cold and focused—never indulgent, never ornamental. This restraint gives the track weight. It feels intentional, sharpened, and uncompromising.

Vocals as Authority, Not Performance

Claus Larsen’s vocal delivery is a defining force here. Rather than theatrical aggression, the performance leans into controlled intensity. The voice sounds grounded, resolved, and fully aware of what it’s saying. There’s no attempt to soften the message or dramatize it for effect.

This approach makes the track feel less like a rant and more like a declaration—measured, deliberate, and unyielding.

Lyrical Interpretation: Exclusion as a System

Lyrically, “Excluded” operates on two levels. On the surface, it speaks to personal isolation—the experience of being shut out, dismissed, or invalidated. Beneath that, it exposes exclusion as a designed outcome, not an accident. The song implies structure, intent, and repetition—systems that thrive by deciding who is worthy of inclusion and who is disposable.

There is no plea for acceptance here. No demand for reconciliation. Instead, the song documents the condition itself, forcing the listener to confront the reality of exclusion without offering easy resolution or emotional release.

This is not a song about overcoming.
It is a song about naming the wound.

Why “Excluded” Matters

Leatherstrip has never been about comfort, nostalgia, or neutrality—and “Excluded” reinforces why the project remains vital. In a cultural moment defined by division, gatekeeping, and ideological purity tests, this track feels painfully current.

It will resonate deeply with listeners drawn to industrial and EBM not just for sound, but for truth without varnish. This is music that stands firm, even when standing alone.

A sharp, disciplined release that proves Leatherstrip is still operating with clarity, relevance, and conviction. 💀

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MESH Return From the Shadows With “Exile” — A Defiant New Chapter Begins

Mesh are back, and they’re not easing into it.
With the release of “Exile”, the iconic British synthpop duo signal a powerful resurgence—one that feels both urgent and refined. Out today, the new single captures Mesh at their most emotionally charged, blending polished electronic production with the introspective weight longtime fans crave.

“Exile” doesn’t just arrive — it confronts.
Propelled by driving synth lines and unmistakably human vulnerability, the track stands as a bold statement of intent. It’s a reminder of why Mesh continue to matter: emotionally resonant songwriting wrapped in precision-crafted electronic atmospheres.

The forthcoming album is already shaping up to be something special.
Early impressions place it among their strongest work to date—rivaled only by Automation Baby, a high watermark in the band’s catalog. For fans who value depth, melody, and emotional honesty, this next era promises to deliver in full.

Preorders are now live, with regional options recommended for convenience:

  • European customers are encouraged to order via Dependent or POPoNAUT
  • UK fans should order directly from Mesh

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This is Mesh, fully present and fully realized.
If “Exile” is the opening signal, what follows may well define their modern legacy.

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DIE KRUPPS Return to Form With “Will nicht – MUSS! / On Collision Course”

Industrial discipline meets unrelenting force as one of the genre’s architects strikes again.

⚙️ A New Release Forged in Steel

Dependent has officially released “Will nicht – MUSS! / On Collision Course” by DIE KRUPPS, delivering a dual-track statement rooted in precision, power, and confrontation. This release reinforces the band’s legacy of merging mechanical rhythm with militant intent—no excess, no retreat.

🔥 Collision Is Inevitable

From the defiant German-language command of “Will nicht – MUSS!” to the forward-driving pressure of “On Collision Course,” DIE KRUPPS sound focused, hardened, and unapologetic. These tracks feel engineered for impact—march-ready electronics, rigid structure, and an undercurrent of resistance that refuses to yield.

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ICON OF COIL Resurrect Their Classic Futurepop Era with Serenity Is The Devil 25th Anniversary Remaster 💀

The legendary Icon of Coil return with a remastered reissue of their groundbreaking debut, Serenity Is The Devil, marking 25 years since the album that helped define the futurepop and EBM movement.

“This digitally enhanced remaster sounds slicker and still has that heady EBM vibe their fans covet and the band are famous for, with accessible, melodic and brooding vocals.”
— Devolution

“One of the most influential acts in the dark electronic genre, with vibes of a souped-up Bauhaus or Peter Murphy on acid.”
— Penny Black Music

“This release will transport you to the year 2000! An incomparable sound that conjures up memories of dance-through nights and one’s own youth.”
— Orkus

Formed in 1997 by Andy LaPlegua (later of Combichrist), Icon of Coil quickly evolved from a solo project into a full-fledged powerhouse with Sebastian Komor and Christian Lund joining soon after. Their blend of driving beats, melodic synths, and brooding vocals set a new benchmark for dark electronic music.

Their debut Serenity Is The Devil (2000) soared to the Top 3 on the German DAC Alternative Chart, followed by The Soul Is In The Software (2002), which claimed No. 1. By the time Machines Are Us (2004) dropped, the trio had firmly cemented their status among the greats — alongside VNV Nation and Covenant — touring across Europe and North America with unmatched intensity.

Now, the 25th Anniversary Edition of Serenity Is The Devil brings the original energy roaring back with enhanced digital clarity and an exclusive unreleased track, “SEC FOUR.”

💀 TRACKLISTING:

Activate

Regret

Shallow Nation

Down On Me

Former Self

Everlasting

Situations Like These

Fiction

You Just Died

Floorkiller

SEC FOUR

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Flesh Field Unveils Remastered Single ‘Allegiance’ Ahead of Belief Control Reissue

The US electro-industrial act Flesh Field, led by founder Ian Ross, has just released a new single, “Allegiance.” This 2025 remastered version of the song is a taste of the forthcoming reissue of the group’s second album, Belief Control, which is set for release on October 31, 2025, via Metropolis Records.

This remastered version of “Allegiance” continues the momentum of Flesh Field’s resurrection. The group returned to the scene in 2023 with the new album Voice Of The Echo Chamber, followed by the Voice Of Reason EP in early 2024. In June 2025, they reissued a remastered version of their 1999 debut, Viral Extinction, as part of Metropolis Records’ plan to re-release the entire back catalog.

Originally released in 2001, Belief Control solidified Flesh Field’s status in the electro-industrial scene with its bombastic symphonic elements and intricate programming. After a hiatus that lasted nearly two decades, the band’s music remained relevant, appearing in TV shows like True Blood and video games like Project Gotham Racing.

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Assemblage 23 Unveils New Single ‘Tolerate’ from Forthcoming Tenth Album, NULL

US electro-industrial/synth-pop artist Tom Shear, known as Assemblage 23, has just released his new single, “Tolerate.” The track, out today via Metropolis Records, is the first single from his highly anticipated tenth studio album, NULL. The new album is set to release on November 7, 2025.

The song delves into a deeply topical subject. According to Shear, “Tolerate” is about “the increasingly common situation of having to cut people out of your life because they hold harmful beliefs.” The track is a powerful reflection on the current political climate and its personal fallout, continuing Shear’s tradition of exploring complex and relatable lyrical themes.

Known for his role in establishing the “Future Pop” movement, Shear has built a significant worldwide following. To promote the new album, Assemblage 23 will embark on a UK tour in October, immediately followed by a show in Germany.

UK/Germany Tour Dates

  • October 15, 2025 – BRISTOL (UK) | The Exchange Tickets
  • October 16, 2025 – MANCHESTER (UK) | Rebellion Tickets
  • October 17, 2025 – GLASGOW (UK) | Ivory Blacks Tickets
  • October 18, 2025 – SHEFFIELD (UK) | Corporation Tickets
  • October 19, 2025 – LONDON (UK) | The Dome Tickets
  • October 20, 2025 – OBERHAUSEN (DE) | Kulttempel Tickets

Track Listing

  1. Believe
  2. Lunatics
  3. Gone
  4. Fuel
  5. Tolerate
  6. Normal
  7. Last
  8. The Line
  9. Overthrow
  10. Waited

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Gasoline Invertebrate’s ‘Wrongthink’ Gets Remixed by BIOCARBON13

Gasoline Invertebrate, the aggressive industrial rock project of producer and multi-instrumentalist Brian Graupner, has unveiled a new single, “Wrongthink” (BIOCARBON13 remix). The track, which infuses the original song with a fresh dose of distorted electronics and heavy rhythms, is a powerful reinterpretation of a standout from the album, Bending the Light. The original album was released on July 19, 2025.

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Pixelgrinder and Stormformer Join Forces on Collaborative STRMGRNDR EP

Electronic artists Pixelgrinder and Stormformer have released their new collaborative project, the STRMGRNDR EP. The release is a joint effort that blends the unique sonic styles of both artists into a cohesive and powerful sound.

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The EP is available for purchase and streaming on various platforms. While a direct link to the EP could not be found, you can explore the music of one of the artists here:

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Ghosts in the Graveyard Ignite a Slow-Burning Resurrection with New Single “In the Darkness”

Ghosts In The Graveyard, the Seattle-based deathrock and darkwave duo, have officially released their new single, “In The Darkness,” via Re:Mission Entertainment. The track serves as a hauntingly powerful taste of their upcoming full-length album, Absolute Death, which is slated for release on October 24, 2025.

The new single is a deeply personal, slow-burning, industrial-tinged track that expertly builds to a climactic finale. It’s the second single from the new album, following the release of “I Am The Dark” last month. The duo is led by frontman Byron C. Miller, known for his past work as a live co-frontman for the legendary band God Module.

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Klayton Unearths Definitive Edition of Circle of Dust & Celldweller Album, Machines of Our Disgrace

FiXT has announced the release of the Definitive Edition of Circle of Dust’s acclaimed album, Machines of Our Disgrace. Originally released in 2016 after a near two-decade hiatus, this new version is a 2-LP vinyl set from artist/producer Klayton, known for both the Circle of Dust and Celldweller projects.

The Definitive Edition is not just a remaster; it’s an expanded two-disc collection that includes the full original album along with brand-new songs like “Invisible World” and “Digital Messiah,” plus an entire second disc of exclusive remixes. The album is a powerful statement on humanity’s descent into technological dependence, fusing industrial metal, electronic rock, and intricate sound design.

Machines of Our Disgrace (Definitive Edition) is currently available for pre-order and is estimated to ship on or before November 21, 2025.

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Leaether Strip Delivers New Album Æppreciation VIII

The legendary Danish electro-industrial artist Claus Larsen, better known as Leaether Strip, has released a new album, Æppreciation VIII. Available today via Cleopatra Records, this is the latest installment in Larsen’s ongoing series of tribute albums. This edition shines a dark, pulsating spotlight on iconic tracks by female-led artists, offering an industrial-tinged reimagining of each song.

The album features covers of well-known tracks from artists like Garbage and Robyn, reimagined with Leaether Strip’s signature grit and emotional intensity.

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Arch Enemy Unveils New Single ‘Break the Spell’ Ahead of ‘Blood Dynasty’ Deluxe Edition


Swedish melodic death metal titans Arch Enemy have unleashed their latest single, “Break the Spell,” a powerful new track from the forthcoming deluxe edition of their acclaimed album, Blood Dynasty. The original album, Blood Dynasty, was released on March 28, 2025, and the highly anticipated deluxe version is set to drop on October 10, 2025.

“Break the Spell” delivers Arch Enemy’s signature blend of searing riffs, intricate melodies, and fierce vocals, showcasing why they remain a dominant force in modern metal. Fans can get an immediate taste of the new material by watching the official lyric video, which debuted yesterday, September 17, 2025.

The deluxe edition of Blood Dynasty promises to offer an expanded experience for fans, building upon the original release with new tracks like “Break the Spell.” This release continues Arch Enemy’s legacy of delivering high-quality, uncompromising melodic death metal to their global fanbase.

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Slighter Teams Up With Sneaker Pimps’ Ian Pickering for New Single ‘Vulture’

Slighter has released a brand new single, “Vulture,” from his latest album, In Ruins. The moody and atmospheric track was co-written with Ian Pickering, who is known for his work on the ’90s hits “Six Underground” and “Spin Spin Sugar” with the Sneaker Pimps.

In partnership with the music site GetMusic!, a free Bandcamp download of “Vulture” is available for a limited time. The new album, In Ruins, features 13 tracks and is available on major streaming platforms.

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MIKROMETRIK Unleashes Dark Electro Single ‘P.O.F.O.K.O’

MIKROMETRIK has just released their new single, “P.O.F.O.K.O.” This dark electro mantra, built on heavy beats and distortion, is the first single from the band’s upcoming album, “Hell is Empty,” set to be released in 2026. The track, an industrial ritual for the dancefloor, takes its name from the phrase “People Only Feed On Killing Others,” forging rage, frustration, and raw truth into sound.

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RAY NOIR Confronts Defiance and Love on New EP, Against The Machine

London-based artist RAY NOIR has just released his most personal and unapologetic effort to date, the EP Against The Machine. This EP is a blend of industrial rock, goth, and electro-metal, and explores love, loss, and defiance from the perspective of a queer person fighting to be seen.

Against The Machine features a guest appearance from Grammy-winning guitarist Steve Stevens and was produced by Jon Cass. The project is described by Noir as “romantic, violent, tender, and angry all at once,” a scream from the margins for those who have always been told they don’t deserve love.

Along with the EP, Ray Noir has released a music video for the single “Mad World.” The video for this politically charged ballad, which you can watch here, strips everything back to expose the stark reality of living in a world dictated by power and corruption.

You can stream or download Against The Machine HERE

A Deluxe Edition of the EP is set to follow in December 2025, featuring exclusive remixes by Tension Control, Verona on Venus, Junkie Kut, and Die Kur. The EP will also be released on vinyl and CD at a later date.

UK/EU 2025 Tour Dates

  • Sept 19, 2025 – Milton Keynes (UK) | The Craufurd Arms (EP Release Party)
  • Sept 20, 2025 – Kingston-Upon-Thames (UK) | The Fighting Cocks (With Pretty Addicted & Play/Dead)
  • Sept 21, 2025 – London (UK) | The Dome (Supporting Die Krupps)
  • Oct 3, 2025 – Oslo (NO) | Revolver (With Pretty Addicted & Hell:Sector)
  • Nov 21, 2025 – Rome (IT) | Traffic Club (Supporting Alien Vampires & Psycholies)
  • Nov 22, 2025 – Florence (IT) | VHS Club (Supporting Alien Vampires & Psycholies)

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GATES TO HELL Drops New Single ‘Disfigured’ Ahead of Fall Tour Dates


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 Tour with 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 Tour with 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
  • 02.19.2026 GB Birmingham @ Asylum
  • 02.20.2026 NL Tilburg @ Poppodium 013
  • 02.21.2026 DE München @ Backstage
  • 02.22.2026 AT Wien @ Szene
  • 02.24.2026 CZ Praha 1 @ Rock Café
  • 02.25.2026 DE Hamburg @ LOGO
  • 02.26.2026 DK København @ Pumpehuset
  • 02.27.2026 DE Berlin @ Lido
  • 02.28.2026 DE Leipzig @ Naumannsche Brauerei
  • 03.01.2026 DE Oberhausen @ Kulttempel

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Fit For An Autopsy Unveils New Music Video for ‘It Comes For You’

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.

Tour Dates

LEG ONE

Sep. 29 – PT Lisbon @ LAV*

Oct. 01 – ES Madrid @ La Riviera*

Oct. 02 – ES Barcelona @ Razzmatazz*

Oct. 04 – IT Milan @ Fabrique*

Oct. 05 – CH Zurich @ Halle 622*

Oct. 06 – FR Paris @ Bataclan*

Oct. 08 – GB Wolverhampton @ Civic Hall*

Oct. 09 – GB Manchester @ Manchester Academy*

Oct. 11 – GB Newcastle @ NX*

Oct. 12 – GB Cardiff @ Depot*

Oct. 13 – GB Leeds @ O2 Academy Leeds*

Oct. 15 – GB Glasgow @ O2 Academy*

Oct. 17 – GB London @ OVO Wembley Arena*

Oct. 19 – GB Belfast @ Telegraph Building*

Oct. 20 – IE Dublin @ National Stadium* * W/ HATEBREED

LEG TWO

Nov. 20 – DE Cologne @ Palladium~

Nov. 21 – DE Ludwigsburg @ MHP Arena~

Nov. 22 – DE Berlin @ Columbiahalle~

Nov. 24 – CZ Prague @ SasaZu~

Nov. 25 – DE Leipzig @ Haus Auensee~

Nov. 27 – DE Hamburg @ Sporthalle~

Nov. 28 – DK Copenhagen @ Amager Bio~

Nov. 29 – SE Stockholm @ Fallan~

Dec. 01 – NO Oslo @ Sentrum Scene~

Dec. 03 – FL Helsink @ House of Culture~ * W/ EMPLOYED TO SERVE

AUSTRALIAN DATES

Jan. 15 – AU Brisbane @ Venue TBD

Jan. 16 – AU Newcastle @ King St Bandroom

Jan. 17 – AU Sydney @ Liberty Hall

Jan. 18 – AU Canberra @ The Basement

Jan. 22 – AU Melbourne @ Max Watts

Jan. 23 – AU Adelaide @ Lion Arts Factory

Jan. 24 – AU Perth @ Froth and Fury

OTHER LIVE DATES

  • Dec. 06 – MX Cuidad De Mexico @ Knotfest Mexico
  • Jul. 27-28 – RO Brasvo @ Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2026
  • Aug. 8-9 – BE Kortrijk @ Alcatraz Festival 2026

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OMEN CODE Unleashes Grim Cyberpunk Single ‘Brutal + Pure’

OMEN CODE, a new rising star in the EBM scene, has revealed their grim cyberpunk track, “Brutal + Pure.” This is the first single from their forthcoming debut album, “Alpha State.” The London, England-based duo, consisting of programmer and engineer Kevin Gould (formerly of Electro Assassin) and vocalist Agi Taralas (formerly of Our Banshee), creates a dark, gritty, industrial sound with captivating mid-tempo tracks that evoke a dystopian future.

Additional singles will be released over the next few months, leading up to the highly anticipated “Alpha State” album, which will be released by Dependent Records of Germany on December 5, 2025. A 48-page artbook 2-CD version of the album is available for pre-order, while the single “Brutal + Pure” is available now on all streaming and digital platforms.

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King810 Announces New Single Ahead of Tour

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.

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COGNITIVE Drops “People = Shit” Cover Ahead of US Tour with NILE

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.

Tour Dates

  • 9/12/2025 Chapel of Bones – Raleigh, NC
  • 9/13/2025 Underground Arts – Philadelphia, PA
  • 9/14/2025 Tally Ho – Leesburg, VA
  • 9/16/2025 Brooklyn Monarch – Brooklyn, NY
  • 9/17/2025 Wally’s – Hampton, NH
  • 9/18/2025 Webster Hall – Hartford, CT
  • 9/19/2025 Mickey’s Black Box – Lititz, PA
  • 9/20/2025 Dingbatz – Clifton, NJ
  • 9/21/2025 Montage Music Hall – Rochester, NY
  • 9/22/2025 Mercury – Cleveland, OH
  • 9/24/2025 Sanctuary – Detroit, MI
  • 9/25/2025 Hobart Art Theatre – Hobart, IN
  • 9/26/2025 The Annex – Madison, WI
  • 9/27/2025 Studio B @ Skyway – Minneapolis, MN
  • 9/28/2025 Apollo Theater – Belvidere, IL
  • 9/29/2025 Bigs Bar – Sioux Falls, SD
  • 10/01/2025 Pub Station – Billings, MT
  • 10/03/2025 El Corazon – Seattle, WA
  • 10/04/2025 Knitting Factory – Spokane, WA
  • 10/05/2025 Knitting Factory – Boise, ID
  • 10/06/2025 Urban Lounge – Salt Lake City, UT
  • 10/07/2025 Oriental Theater – Denver, CO
  • 10/09/2025 Wooly’s – Des Moines, IA **
  • 10/10/2025 Reggie’s – Chicago, IL **
  • 10/11/2025 Hi-Fi Annex – Indianapolis, IN **

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BEYOND THE BLACK Teams Up with LORD OF THE LOST on New Single, Announces Upcoming Album, Releases Music Video

Symphonic metal sensation BEYOND THE BLACK is excited to share the third single from their eagerly awaited upcoming studio album, Break The Silence, which is set to be released on January 9, 2026, via Nuclear Blast Records.

The emotional anthem ‘The Art Of Being Alone’ features none other than Chris Harms of acclaimed German metal band Lord Of The Lost on guest vocals. The song deals with important contemporary issues such as mental health, self-empowerment, and positive life perception. A compelling video has also been released alongside the single, illustrating the feeling of being alone and cornered while ultimately showing a path to self-awareness and a way out of this mental prison.

Singer Jennifer Haben commented, “‘The Art Of Being Alone’ is one of the most emotional songs for us since it‘s born from personal battles and quiet reflections. We wanted it to be fragile and powerful at the same time and we believe many of you will find your own story between its lines. Having Chris Harms join us with his uniquely intense voice and personality felt absolutely perfect and brought a depth to this track that made it even more special.”

Chris Harms (Lord Of The Lost) added, “This duet was long overdue! For more than 10 years now, LORD OF THE LOST and BEYOND THE BLACK have been crossing paths — we like and appreciate each other and it was kind of obvious that Jenny’s and my voices would work great together. Now we’ve finally made it happen and created this powerful, goosebump-inducing song together! I’m really happy about it!”

BEYOND THE BLACK’s sixth full-length album, Break The Silence, is a concept album rooted in melodic metal with ethno influences. It explores themes of communication, inner strength, resilience, and the urgent need to reconnect in a divided world. Tracks like ‘Let There Be Rain’, ‘(La Vie Est Un) Cinéma’, ‘Ravens’, and ‘The Flood’ examine how words – and their absence – shape our reality. It is an emotional, multi-layered experience that mirrors today’s complex world and invites fans to be part of this new chapter.

Track List

  1. Rising High
  2. Break The Silence
  3. The Art Of Being Alone (feat. Lord Of The Lost)
  4. Let There Be Rain (feat. The Mystery Of The Bulgarian Voices)
  5. Ravens
  6. The Flood
  7. Can You Hear Me (feat. Asami from Lovebites)
  8. (La vie est un) Cinéma
  9. Hologram
  10. Weltschmerz

Tour Dates

  • Jan. 15, 2026 – UK-Manchester, O2 Ritz
  • Jan. 16, 2026 – UK-London, O2 Shepherd´s Bush Empire
  • Jan. 17, 2026 – FR-Paris, Bataclan
  • Jan. 19, 2026 – CH-Zurich, X-tra
  • Jan. 20, 2026 – DE-Munich, Tonhalle
  • Jan. 22, 2026 – HU-Budapest, Barba Negra
  • Jan. 23, 2026 – AT-Vienna, Arena
  • Jan. 24, 2026 – DE-Geiselwind, MusicHall
  • Jan. 26, 2026 – DE-Stuttgart, Wagenhallen
  • Jan. 27, 2026 – DE-Wiesbaden, Schlachthof
  • Jan. 28, 2026 – DE-Hanover, Capitol
  • Jan. 30, 2026 – PL-Warsaw, Proxima
  • Jan. 31, 2026 – DE-Leipzig, Haus Auenseee
  • Feb. 1, 2026 – DE-Berlin, Huxleys
  • Feb. 3, 2026 – DE-Hamburg, Insel Park Arena
  • Feb. 4, 2026 – BE-Antwerp, Trix
  • Feb. 5, 2026 – DE-Oberhausen, Turbinenhalle
  • Feb. 6, 2026 – NL-Nijmegen, Doornroosje
  • Feb. 8, 2026 – DK-Copenhagen, Pumpehuset
  • Feb. 9, 2026 – SE-Gothenburg, Pustervik
  • Feb. 11, 2026 – NO-Oslo, Vulkan
  • Feb. 12, 2026 – SE-Stockholm, Kollektivet Livet
  • Feb. 14, 2026 – FI-Helsinki, Aäniwalli

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About BEYOND THE BLACK

Since their formation, German symphonic metal band BEYOND THE BLACK have become one of the most exciting forces in modern symphonic metal. Their debut album in 2015, Songs Of Love And Death, was an instant success, earning the Metal Hammer Award for “Best Debut.” They have since played the world’s biggest metal festivals, including Wacken Open Air, and supported international acts like Aerosmith, Korn, and the Scorpions. Following their self-titled fifth album in 2023, which charted in several countries, they embarked on their most successful European headline tour to date in early 2024. The band reached another milestone in early 2025 with their first-ever Latin America tour, and will take the stage at prestigious European festivals again this summer before launching their next European headline tour, Rising High, in early 2026.

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Dark Force Fest 2026 Announces Electrifying Lineup and Immersive 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.

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