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Lindsay Schoolcraft Confronts Trauma and Transformation on โ€œHarrowingโ€

With sharper metallic aggression, haunting atmosphere, and emotionally unfiltered songwriting, Lindsay Schoolcraft returns with her most vulnerable and devastating release to date.

Canadian dark rock visionary Lindsay Schoolcraft emerges once again from the shadows with the announcement of her upcoming full-length album Harrowing, arriving June 19. Known for blending cinematic darkness with deeply personal storytelling, Schoolcraft pushes her sound into heavier territory this time around, thanks in part to collaboration with producer Justin deBlieck. The result is an album that feels both emotionally crushing and sonically explosive โ€” balancing metallic intensity with gothic elegance.

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A Soundtrack for Survival and Healing

Harrowing stands as a deeply personal exploration of surviving narcissistic abuse and reclaiming identity after emotional devastation. Across seven emotionally charged tracks, the album unfolds like a psychological and spiritual journey โ€” moving through awareness, grief, rage, revenge, hope, and eventual liberation.

Musically, the album refuses to stay confined within one lane. Schoolcraft continues weaving together elements of metalcore, nu-metal, dark rock, and rocktronica, while preserving the orchestral textures and cinematic choirs that have become central to her artistic identity. The contrast between crushing heaviness and ethereal atmosphere gives the record a uniquely immersive emotional weight.

At the center of it all remains Lindsayโ€™s unmistakable voice โ€” fragile one moment, ferocious the next โ€” guiding listeners through every emotional collapse and resurrection the album presents.

โ€œCrucifiedโ€ Ignites the Fire

Leading the charge is the single โ€œCrucified,โ€ a blistering anthem aimed directly at the emotional scars left behind by manipulation and abuse. Fueled by religious symbolism, righteous anger, and brutally honest lyricism, the track channels pain into confrontation rather than silence.

The visual aesthetic surrounding Harrowing reinforces those themes of destruction and rebirth. Inspired by Alphonse Muchaโ€™s Lโ€™Illustration (Noรซl 1897), the album artwork mirrors the emotional duality of death and renewal that pulses throughout the record.

A Collaborative Force Behind the Darkness

Schoolcraft assembled an impressive roster of collaborators to help shape the albumโ€™s massive emotional and sonic scope. Guest harsh vocalist Krista Shipperbottom appears on the track โ€œSo Alive,โ€ while composer contributions arrive from Rocky Gray, Spencer Creaghan, and Brian Cook.

Her own live band also played a significant role in the creation of the record, with guitarist Cody Johnstone and drummer Dylan Gowan helping bring additional power and cohesion to the albumโ€™s evolving sound.

Rather than simply revisiting familiar gothic territory, Harrowing feels like an artist reclaiming power through confrontation โ€” transforming trauma into something cinematic, crushing, and ultimately freeing.

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Till Lindemann Ignites New Era with โ€œEs brenntโ€ฆโ€ โ€” Expanded Releases, Heavyweight Collaborations, and TILL FEST Unveiled

The unmistakable voice behind Till Lindemann returns with a blistering new single, a cinematic live-driven video, and a wave of collaborations that push his solo vision even further into the fire.

๐Ÿ”ฅ A New Chapter Begins with โ€œEs brenntโ€ฆโ€

Industrial icon Till Lindemann has unleashed his latest single, โ€œEs brenntโ€ฆโ€, now available via Out Of Line Music. Accompanied by a visually immersive music video, the release captures the raw intensity of Lindemannโ€™s live performances, blending onstage chaos with behind-the-scenes glimpses into the touring machine.

This isnโ€™t just another singleโ€”itโ€™s a statement. Dark, theatrical, and unapologetically heavy, โ€œEs brenntโ€ฆโ€ continues Lindemannโ€™s evolution as a solo force, stepping beyond legacy into something even more visceral.

โš™๏ธ Expanded Versions & Legendary Collaborations

Set for release on May 29, the upcoming physical editions of โ€œEs brenntโ€ฆโ€ offer far more than a standard dropโ€”they expand the sonic universe of the track.

Fans can expect multiple formats including limited vinyl pressings, CDs, and collector editions. More importantly, the release features reinterpretations from some of heavy musicโ€™s most distinct voices:

  • A crushing version by Alex Terrible
  • A haunting โ€œDoomfireโ€ rework by Greg Mackintosh of Paradise Lost

Adding another layer of artistic depth, Lindemann also delivers a cover of โ€œIch bin von Kopf bis Fuss auf Liebe eingestellt,โ€ originally made famous by Marlene Dietrichโ€”bridging eras with a haunting reinterpretation.

๐Ÿ’ฟ Formats, Merch & Collector Appeal

The release rollout is built for collectors and die-hard fans alike, featuring:

  • Limited Red Smoke & Black 12โ€ Vinyl
  • Limited 7โ€ Split Vinyl
  • Picture CDs & Maxi CDs
  • Exclusive merch including glow-in-the-dark apparel, mugs, tote bags, and more

Every format reinforces the same message: this is not just musicโ€”itโ€™s an experience engineered for immersion.

๐ŸŽค TILL FEST: A Monumental Live Experience

Lindemannโ€™s next move takes things to an entirely new level with the announcement of TILL FEST, set for July 3โ€“4 in Leipzig at the historic Vรถlkerschlachtdenkmal.

Two nights. Two massive performances. One unforgettable setting.

Joining the lineup are industrial legends Ministry along with additional special guests, promising a live spectacle that blurs the line between concert and ritual.

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Dimmu Borgir Ascend Once More with โ€œGrand Serpent Risingโ€- a Music Video for a Devastating New Single

A new chapter has begun in the ever-expanding legacy of Dimmu Borgirโ€”and this time, it arrives with thunder, fire, and a serpent coiled around the future of symphonic black metal.

The Return of a Titan โš™๏ธ

After years of silence following 2018โ€™s Eonian, Dimmu Borgir have officially broken their creative dormancy with the announcement of a brand-new record titled Grand Serpent Rising. This marks a monumental return for a band that has long defined the intersection of orchestral grandeur and extreme metal aggression.

The reveal doesnโ€™t come quietlyโ€”it strikes with purpose.

Alongside the album announcement, the band has unleashed the first single, giving fans an immediate taste of whatโ€™s to come. And make no mistake: this is not a subtle re-entry. This is a statement.

A Sound Forged in Darkness โšก

The newly released track channels everything that has made Dimmu Borgir a dominant force for decadesโ€”layered orchestration, punishing rhythms, and an atmosphere that feels both apocalyptic and cinematic.

Thereโ€™s a renewed intensity embedded within the sound. While Eonian leaned heavily into symphonic textures, this new material suggests a sharpened edgeโ€”where melody and brutality coexist with even greater precision.

It feels deliberate. Focused. Evolved.

The Serpent Rises ๐Ÿ”ฅ

The title Grand Serpent Rising alone evokes myth, power, and transformationโ€”imagery that aligns perfectly with Dimmu Borgirโ€™s long-standing aesthetic of darkness, mysticism, and dominance.

Though full details about the album remain limited, the unveiling of a single alongside the announcement signals something much larger than a one-off release. This is the beginning of a new era.

And if history is any indication, Dimmu Borgir are not interested in revisiting the pastโ€”theyโ€™re here to redefine their future.

Dimmu Borgir have always occupied a unique space in metalโ€”bridging underground credibility with massive, cinematic appeal. Their influence stretches across black metal, symphonic metal, and beyond.

This return isnโ€™t just about new music. Itโ€™s about momentum.

  • A reactivation of one of metalโ€™s most iconic forces
  • A signal to the scene that evolution is far from over
  • A reminder that scale, atmosphere, and aggression can coexist at the highest level

The serpent has risenโ€”and itโ€™s not done striking.

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Dimmu Borgir Return from the Shadows with First New Music Since 2018

A long silence is about to be shattered as Dimmu Borgir prepares to unveil their first new material in years, signaling a powerful resurgence from one of extreme metalโ€™s most cinematic forces.

A Long-Awaited Awakening โš™๏ธ

For fans of symphonic black metal, the wait has been nothing short of agonizing. Since the release of their 2018 album Eonian, Dimmu Borgir have remained largely quiet on the front of new music. While the band has maintained a presence through performances and orchestral projects, fresh material has been notably absentโ€”until now.

That drought is officially coming to an end.

The band has confirmed that brand-new music is set to drop this week, marking their first release in over half a decade. No long-winded buildup. No cryptic countdowns stretching months. Just a direct strikeโ€”sudden, calculated, and unmistakably Dimmu Borgir.

What We Know So Far โšก

Details surrounding the release are being kept tightly under wraps, adding to the tension and anticipation. What is confirmed is that this new track (or tracks) will represent the bandโ€™s first creative output since Eonian, an album that leaned heavily into orchestration, choirs, and grandiose arrangements.

This raises the question:
Will Dimmu Borgir continue down the lush, symphonic pathโ€ฆ or pivot back toward something darker, colder, and more aggressive?

Given their legacy of evolutionโ€”from raw black metal roots to full orchestral dominanceโ€”anything is possible.

Legacy of Darkness and Grandeur ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Few bands have managed to bridge the underground and the epic scale of mainstream metal quite like Dimmu Borgir. With a career spanning decades, theyโ€™ve become synonymous with:

  • Cinematic orchestration
  • Frostbitten atmospheres
  • Massive, choral-driven compositions
  • Relentless black metal intensity

Their ability to evolve without losing identity is exactly why this upcoming release carries so much weight.

Why This Matters ๐Ÿ’€

This isnโ€™t just another single dropโ€”itโ€™s a reactivation.

Dimmu Borgir stepping back into the arena suggests something bigger could be unfolding. Whether this is a standalone release, a precursor to a full-length album, or the opening move in a larger campaign, one thing is certain:

The machine is turning again.

And when Dimmu Borgir moves, the entire symphonic black metal world pays attention.

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๐Ÿ–ค BLACKBRIAR Summon the Storm with New Single “Harpy” + Announce Album & TourA Thousand Little Deaths arrive August 22nd

โ€œIโ€™ve died a thousand little deaths, and Iโ€™ve got something you might like:
A carrion heart… will you take me on a flight?โ€

Dutch gothic storytellers BLACKBRIAR have unleashed their haunting new single โ€œHarpyโ€, 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.

๐ŸŒ€ Stream โ€˜Harpyโ€™ now:
https://blackbriar.bfan.link/harpy
A chilling video will follow in the coming daysโ€ฆ

Zora Cock (vocals) shares the personal darkness behind the song:

โ€œIn 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 heartโ€”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, โ€˜Harpy,โ€™ inspired the album title.โ€

๐Ÿ•ฏ๏ธ BLACKBRIAR’s third full-length album, A Thousand Little Deaths, releases August 22, 2025 via Nuclear Blast Records.
๐Ÿ“ฆ Pre-order the album now: https://blackbriar.bfan.link/a-thousand-little-deaths

๐Ÿ’ฟ 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


๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ A Thousand Little Deaths: European Headline Tour 2025
With Special Guests: Forever Still

Oct 23 โ€“ Tilburg, NL
Oct 24 โ€“ Utrecht, NL
Oct 25 โ€“ Osnabruck, DE
Oct 26 โ€“ Kortrijk, BE
Oct 28 โ€“ London, UK
Oct 29 โ€“ Paris, FR
Oct 30 โ€“ Lyon, FR
Oct 31 โ€“ Portugalete, ES
Nov 01 โ€“ Barcelona, ES
Nov 02 โ€“ Toulouse, FR
Nov 04 โ€“ Aarau, CH
Nov 05 โ€“ Milan, IT
Nov 07 โ€“ Wien, AT
Nov 08 โ€“ Leipzig, DE
Nov 09 โ€“ Warsaw, PL
Nov 11 โ€“ Berlin, DE
Nov 12 โ€“ Copenhagen, DK
Nov 13 โ€“ Hamburg, DE
Nov 14 โ€“ Cologne, DE
Nov 15 โ€“ Enschede, NL
Nov 29 โ€“ Istanbul, TR (Blackbriar only)


๐Ÿ“– 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, Blackbriarโ€™s siren call has reached far across the globe. Their fanbaseโ€”known as the Thornsโ€”is growing daily, drawn into the dark enchantment of their visual and musical world.


๐Ÿ–ค BLACKBRIAR is:
Zora Cock โ€“ Vocals
Renรฉ Boxem โ€“ Drums
Bart Winters โ€“ Guitars
Robin Koezen โ€“ Guitars
Siebe Sol Sijpkens โ€“ Bass
Ruben Wijga โ€“ Keys


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BLOOD VULTURE Announces Debut Album, “Die Close,” Out June 27th!

New Single/Video, “A Dream About Starving To Death,” Streaming Now

From the shadowy crypts of New York comes the malevolent new band, BLOOD VULTURE. Created by Jordan Old (2 Minutes To Late Night), this gothic sludge metal entity lures listeners in with a mesmerizing blend of romanticism, metallic vibes, and brutal reckoning on their debut album, Die Close, which will be released on June 27th via Pure Noise Records.

Today, BLOOD VULTURE reveals the video for their first single, “A Dream About Starving To Death.” Jordan Olds comments on the track:

“โ€™A Dream About Starving To Death’ is a song I wrote about a vampire who realizes he is about to watch the world end. He has lived past the extinction of humanity and lost count of how many days he has been hungry, and he realizes that soon there won’t be an earth anymore. He’s not sure whether it will explode or just rot and crumble, and he’s curious about whether heโ€™ll disintegrate or just float forever in space.

The music video was inspired by the “Freddy coming through the wall” scene from “A Nightmare On Elm Street.โ€ I then built it around a sleep paralysis narrative and had a lot of fun creating a Gullermo Del Toro style Hat Man and a goopy void reminiscent of Aliens and the symbiote from Spiderman alongside one of my main visual collaborators for this project, Kelly Harris. She also built and designed “Montague” the puppet from the “Blood Vault” segment at the beginning of the video. She’s a genius.”



Watch “A Dream About Starving To Death”:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwMOaqOIsxE

Pre-Order Die Close: https://lnk.to/BloodVulture

Die Close Tracklist:

  1. Die Close – Overature
  2. An Embrace In The Flood
  3. A Dream About Starving To Death
  4. Grey Mourning (Feat. Jade Puget)
  5. Entwined (Feat. Kristin Hayter)
  6. Die Close – Interlude
  7. Burn For It (Feat. Brian Fair)
  8. The Silence of God
  9. Abomination
  10. Die Close – Finale

About BLOOD VULTURE:

Deep in the heart of a dark, mythical land (New York) in a bygone era (2025), BLOOD VULTURE has awakened ominous, morose tales of mortality, grief, madness and obsession. The self-described โ€œGothic sludgeโ€ project is the brainchild of Jordan Olds (Two Minutes to Late Night.) On his debut LP, DIE CLOSE (Pure Noise), Olds melds the emotive vocal stylings of grungeโ€™s golden era with death metal, goth rock, and doom metal through a vampiric lens. The album tells the story of a reclusive vampire long locked away as he grapples with what it means to live forever in a world of impermanence. Blood Vultureโ€™s songs are deeply personal, filtering real life ruminations through fantastical set pieces as tracks like โ€œA Dream About Starving To Deathโ€ and the three-part โ€œDie Closeโ€ suite ask: What good is immortality if thereโ€™s no one to share it with? Whatโ€™s the true cost of isolation?

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๐Ÿ”ฅ MESSA Erupt with โ€œFire On The Roofโ€ Video from The Spin ๐Ÿ’€

The Italian doom visionaries are back with an album that doesnโ€™t whisperโ€”it roars.

MESSA have just dropped the official video for their scorching new single โ€œFire On The Roof,โ€ taken from their brand-new full-length The Spin, out now on Metal Blade Records. The albumโ€”already hailed as their magnum opusโ€”solidifies MESSAโ€™s place at the forefront of genre-defying doom metal.

๐ŸŽฅ Watch “Fire On The Roof”
๐Ÿ“€ Stream/Purchase The Spin

๐Ÿ”ฎ The Scarlet Doom Ascends

The Spin is MESSAโ€™s fourth album and an intoxicating fusion of doom metal, gothic melancholy, ’80s darkwave, and experimental soundscapes. Described by critics as โ€œa sweeping statementโ€ (Decibel) and โ€œone of the most exciting and creative bands of the modern eraโ€ (Deaf Forever), this release moves with elegance and fire through mystic atmospheres and crushing emotional weight.

MESSA describes the track โ€œFire On The Roofโ€ as a song about โ€œforbidden and impossible loveโ€ฆ a testament to trusting your own guts and vulnerability.โ€

๐Ÿ”ฅ Also check out the previously released videos for
โ€œAt Racesโ€ and โ€œThe Dressโ€

๐Ÿ’ฟ Available Formats

  • CD (US: Jewel Case, EU: Digipak)
  • Vinyl:
    • White (US)
    • 180g Black (EU)
    • Night Blue Marbled (EU, Ltd. 1000)
    • Clear/Black Splatter (EU, Ltd. 500)
    • Picture Disc (EU Roadburn Exclusive, Ltd. 300)
    • Crystal Clear Alternate Cover (EU Band Exclusive, Ltd. 500)
    • Silver/Black Splatter Alternate Cover (EU, Ltd. 500)

๐Ÿ“ฆ Order Now

๐ŸŽค MESSA Live 2025

  • 4/15 โ€“ Munich, DE @ Feierwerk
  • 4/16 โ€“ Cologne, DE @ Gebรคude 9
  • 4/18 โ€“ Tilburg, NL @ Roadburn Festival (Performing The Spin in full)
  • 4/26 โ€“ Venice, IT @ Argo16
  • 5/09 โ€“ Oslo, NO @ DesertFest
  • 6/22 โ€“ Clisson, FR @ Hellfest
  • 6/26-6/29 โ€“ ES Tour: Vigo, Madrid, Barcelona
  • 6/29 โ€“ Marseille, FR @ Molotov
  • 7/11 โ€“ Pula, HR @ DC Rojc Open Air
  • 8/08 โ€“ Kortrijk, BE @ Alcatraz
  • 8/09 โ€“ Moledo, PT @ Sonic Blast
  • 11/8-9 โ€“ Manchester, UK @ Damnation Festival

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๐Ÿ”ฅ AVERSED Unleash โ€œBurnโ€ Video Amid the Chaos of New Album โ€˜Erasure of Colorโ€™ ๐Ÿ’€

From the shadow-soaked corners of New Englandโ€™s metal underground, AVERSED returns with Erasure of Color, a brutal and elegant firestorm of Gothic-laced melodic death metalโ€”now out everywhere on digital and physical formats. To mark the occasion, the band has premiered a brand-new video for the track โ€œBurn,โ€ capturing the raw intensity of their live ritual in full flame.

Filmed in their home venueโ€”The Middle East in Cambridge, MAโ€”the video is pure adrenaline, fusing pit-swirling madness with visceral camera work and the bandโ€™s crushing stage presence.

โ€œWe unleashed our videographers into the crowd to brave the pit and capture the energy,โ€ says guitarist Sungwoo Jeong. โ€œThey survivedโ€”and weโ€™re glad we captured that amazing show for all eternity.โ€

But โ€œBurnโ€ isnโ€™t just a pit anthemโ€”itโ€™s a multi-dimensional beast.

โ€œIt started as a big-stage anthem,โ€ says drummer Jeff Saltzman. โ€œThen we added a rumba-clave section, a bass solo, and lyrics about violent class revolution. Not exactly your standard metal bangerโ€”but thatโ€™s what defines AVERSED.โ€

โš™๏ธ About the Album: Erasure of Color

Released independently with support from Bandcamp, indie retailers, and limited physical editionsโ€”including 300 smoked-colored vinyl and 100 cassette copiesโ€”Erasure of Color is a monumental statement of intent. The album is a tempest of progressive death metal, gothic melody, and extreme emotional depth.

โ€œThis isnโ€™t just another album; itโ€™s a rebirth… a powerful exploration of grief, fueled by melodic death metal.โ€ โ€“ Decibel
โ€œThink the bounce of mid-career The Agonist with the haunting widescreen talents of Oceans of Slumber.โ€ โ€“ New Noise

Featuring artwork from Adam Burke (Unto Others, Gatecreeper) and orchestral arrangements by Vikram Shankar (Redemption, Silent Skies), the album was produced by bassist Alden Marchand and guitarist Sungwoo Jeong, with mixing by AJ Viana (Wormhole) and mastering by Brad Boatright (Code Orange, Obituary).

๐Ÿ“€ Available on all major streaming platforms + Bandcamp
๐Ÿ’ฝ Order physical formats here

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BLACKBRIAR UNVEILS HAUNTING NEW SINGLE ๐Ÿ”ฅ โ€˜I BURIED USโ€™ OUT NOW! ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Dutch symphonic metal sorcerers BLACKBRIAR return with a powerful and evocative new single, โ€˜I BURIED USโ€™, a mesmerizing blend of crushing guitar riffs, soaring orchestral elements, and raw, emotional vocals that dig deep into the tormented echoes of lost love.

๐ŸŽง Stream โ€˜I BURIED USโ€™ Now: Listen Here
๐ŸŽฅ Watch the Official Video: Click to Watch

๐ŸŽค Vocalist Zora Cock on โ€˜I BURIED USโ€™:

“โ€˜I BURIED USโ€™ captures the haunting aftermath of love laid to rest. In this song, I mentally dig a grave for a romance, but my imagination refuses to stay buried. I envision the two of us side by side, six feet under, a decayed heart still aching for their warmth. In my mind, we’re still dancing in the afterlife, twirling in the ‘what-ifs’ and ‘could-have-been.’โ€

This cinematic and deeply personal track is the latest glimpse into BLACKBRIARโ€™s dark and poetic universe, where gothic storytelling meets symphonic grandeur.

๐ŸŒ‘ A DARK EUPHONY โ€“ OUT NOW! ๐ŸŒ‘

BLACKBRIARโ€™s sophomore full-length album, A Dark Euphony, is a spellbinding masterpiece that showcases the bandโ€™s evolution into an unstoppable symphonic metal force.

๐ŸŽง Stream/Order ‘A Dark Euphony’: Listen Now

๐Ÿ”ฎ Tracklisting:

  1. An Unwelcome Guest
  2. Far Distant Land
  3. Spirit of Forgetfulness
  4. Bloody Footprints in the Snow
  5. The Evergreen and The Weeping Tree
  6. Cicada
  7. My Soulโ€™s Demise
  8. We Make Mist
  9. Thumbelina
  10. Forever and a Day
  11. Crimson Faces

This album, released via Nuclear Blast Records, solidifies BLACKBRIAR as a formidable name in the gothic metal scene.


๐Ÿ–ค ABOUT BLACKBRIAR ๐Ÿ–ค

BLACKBRIAR is a Dutch symphonic/gothic metal band renowned for their cinematic storytelling, enchanting melodies, and ethereal darkness. Since their formation in 2012, they have built a devoted international following, blending fairytale mysticism, haunting romance, and heavy symphonic metal.

Their breakthrough came in 2015 with โ€˜Until Eternityโ€™, which amassed over 20 million YouTube views, propelling the band into the spotlight. They have since toured across Europe, sharing stages with EPICA, HALESTORM, IN THIS MOMENT, DELAIN, and MaYan, and gaining a reputation for breathtaking live performances.

BLACKBRIAR’s music weaves gothic fables, tragic romances, and eerie legends, creating a hauntingly immersive world that continues to captivate fans worldwide.

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๐Ÿ”ฅ PSYCLON NINE Unleashes New Single “Devilโ€™s Work” Ahead of Upcoming Album ๐Ÿ”ฅ

๐Ÿ’€ Industrial Metal Powerhouse Gears Up for “And Then Oblivion” Release on March 21, 2025 ๐Ÿ’€

US industrial-metal titans Psyclon Nine continue their relentless sonic assault with the release of “Devilโ€™s Work”, the latest single from their highly anticipated album, And Then Oblivion. Arriving on February 14, 2025 via Metropolis Records, this track builds on the unrelenting ferocity of its predecessor, “I Choose Violence”, setting the stage for the bandโ€™s next evolution.

๐ŸŽฅ The official “Devilโ€™s Work” music video premieres on February 15, 2025!

๐Ÿ”— Listen & Watch: ๐ŸŽต WAV | ๐ŸŽต MP3 | ๐Ÿ”Š Stream | ๐Ÿ’ฟ Bandcamp | ๐ŸŽฌ Video (Available February 15)

๐Ÿ”ฅ A New Era of Industrial Mayhem ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Currently tearing through North America on their latest tour, Psyclon Nine continues to push the boundaries of industrial rock, metal, deathcore, ambient, and trap.

โšก Band leader Nero Bellum has stated that his goal with And Then Oblivion is:
“To break as many genre limitations as possible while staying true to the concepts and imagery that Psyclon Nine evokes.”

The album, set for release on March 21, 2025, follows the darkly immersive Less to Heaven (2022) and its companion remix collection More to Hell (2023).

๐Ÿ’ฟ Pre-orders for And Then Oblivion are now available via Bandcamp!

๐Ÿ”— Pre-order “And Then Oblivion” on Bandcamp: ๐Ÿ’ฟ Link

๐Ÿ’€ A Legacy of Chaos and Sonic Innovation ๐Ÿ’€

Since forming in 2000, Psyclon Nine has become one of the most notorious names in industrial and extreme music, credited as pioneers of Blackened Industrial.

๐ŸŒ Their global presence has been solidified through consistent international touring, including performances at major festivals such as:
โšซ Dark Malta
โšซ Castle Party (Poland)
โšซ Wave Gotik Treffen (Germany) โ€“ Four appearances to audiences of 30,000+

๐ŸŽธ The band is set to return to Europe and the UK in Summer 2025 for another wave of high-energy live shows! ๐ŸŽธ


๐ŸŽถ Tracklist โ€“ “And Then Oblivion” ๐ŸŽถ

1๏ธโƒฃ Devilโ€™s Work
2๏ธโƒฃ I Choose Violence
3๏ธโƒฃ Shoot to Kill
4๏ธโƒฃ CRWLNG FRM CNT T CSKT
5๏ธโƒฃ Locust of Everything
6๏ธโƒฃ Speak Evil
7๏ธโƒฃ Say Your Prayers
8๏ธโƒฃ Aprรจs Toi Le Dรฉluge
9๏ธโƒฃ Taxidermy
๐Ÿ”Ÿ (Hidden Track)


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Combichrist Announces “Devilโ€™s Work Tour 2025” Across Europe & UK with Extize, Crimson Veil, and Esoterik

๐Ÿ”ฅ Industrial metal powerhouse Combichrist is set to dominate Europe and the UK in 2025, bringing an electrifying lineup featuring Extize, Crimson Veil, and Esoterik. Prepare for an unforgettable fusion of aggrotech, gothic metal, and industrial-electro chaos! ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Combichrist, the renowned Norwegian-American aggrotech and industrial metal band, is set to ignite stages across Europe and the UK with their “Devil’s Work Tour” in the spring of 2025. Joining them on this electrifying journey are three dynamic supporting acts: Extize, Crimson Veil, and Esoterik. Tickets for the tour will be available starting Monday, February 3rd, 2025, at 11:00 CET.

The tour dates are as follows:

  • April 30: Munich, Germany โ€“ Backstage Werk
  • May 1: Dornbirn, Austria โ€“ Conrad Sohm
  • May 2: Passau, Germany โ€“ Zauberberg
  • May 3: Mannheim, Germany โ€“ MS Connexion Complex
  • May 4: Geneva, Switzerland โ€“ L’Usine
  • May 6: Bologna, Italy โ€“ Alchemica
  • May 7: Milan, Italy โ€“ Legend Club
  • May 8: Ljubljana, Slovenia โ€“ Menza Pri Koritu
  • May 9: Zagreb, Croatia โ€“ Boogaloo
  • May 10: Belgrade, Serbia โ€“ Zappa Baza
  • May 11: Bucharest, Romania โ€“ Quantic Club
  • May 13: Cluj-Napoca, Romania โ€“ Form Space
  • May 14: Koลกice, Slovakia โ€“ Collosseum
  • May 15: Budapest, Hungary โ€“ Barba Negra
  • May 16: Regensburg, Germany โ€“ Eventhall Airport
  • May 17: Cologne, Germany โ€“ Unter Schwarzer Flagge
  • May 18: Utrecht, Netherlands โ€“ De Helling
  • May 20: London, UK โ€“ The Underworld
  • May 21: Plymouth, UK โ€“ The Depo
  • May 22: Liverpool, UK โ€“ Academy 2
  • May 23: Milton Keynes, UK โ€“ Craufurd Arms
  • May 24: Manchester, UK โ€“ Academy 3
  • May 25: Newcastle, UK โ€“ Anarchy Brewery
  • May 26: Glasgow, UK โ€“ Slay
  • May 27: Belfast, Northern Ireland โ€“ Limelight 2
  • May 28: Limerick, Ireland โ€“ Dolan’s Warehouse
  • May 29: Dublin, Ireland โ€“ Opium
  • May 30: Birmingham, UK โ€“ O2 Institute 2
  • May 31: Kortrijk, Belgium โ€“ De Kreun
  • June 1: Leer, Germany โ€“ Zollhaus
  • June 3: Rostock, Germany โ€“ Mau Club
  • June 4: Gdaล„sk, Poland โ€“ Mystic Festival
  • June 5: Brno, Czech Republic โ€“ Fleda
  • June 6: Herford, Germany โ€“ Kulturwerk
  • June 7: Leipzig, Germany โ€“ Wave Gotik Treffen

Extize

Extize is a high-energy industrial-electro band known for their pulsating rhythms and theatrical performances. Their music blends aggressive electronic beats with catchy melodies, creating an infectious sound that has captivated audiences worldwide. With a discography that spans multiple albums and numerous international performances, Extize has established itself as a formidable presence in the industrial music scene.

Crimson Veil

Crimson Veil is a rising force in the gothic metal scene, known for their haunting melodies and powerful vocals. Their music combines elements of gothic rock and metal, resulting in a dark yet melodic sound that resonates with fans of both genres. With their evocative lyrics and dynamic stage presence, Crimson Veil has been gaining momentum and a dedicated following.

Esoterik

Esoterik is an innovative act that blends elements of industrial, electronic, and alternative music to create a unique and immersive auditory experience. Their sound is characterized by atmospheric synths, driving beats, and introspective lyrics, offering listeners a journey through both the external and internal landscapes. Esoterik’s experimental approach to music has garnered them attention and acclaim within the alternative music community.

This tour promises to be a monumental event, showcasing a diverse lineup of bands that each bring their unique energy and style to the stage. Fans can anticipate a series of unforgettable performances as Combichrist, along with Extize, Crimson Veil, and Esoterik, deliver their powerful and immersive music across Europe and the UK.