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KMFDM’s “Hau Ruck” Returns in a Power-Packed 2025 Remaster & Re-Release

🔥 Industrial Titans KMFDM Announce 2025 Remaster of Their Iconic Album “Hau Ruck” 🔥

Industrial music legends KMFDM are set to unleash a remastered 2025 re-release of their classic album Hau Ruck, bringing fresh power and intensity to the groundbreaking 2005 record. This reissue will be available on a high-fidelity 45rpm 2-LP vinyl and CD, ensuring fans can experience the album’s crushing industrial beats and razor-sharp lyricism like never before.

To mark the occasion, KMFDM is also dropping an exclusive commemorative T-shirt, celebrating this milestone release—so don’t sleep on it! Once it’s gone, it’s gone!

🎵 Pre-Order Now: KMFDM.FulfillmentMerch.com

KMFDM: A Legacy of Industrial Revolution

Founded in 1984 by Sascha Konietzko, KMFDM (Kein Mehrheit Für Die Mitleid) has been a driving force in the industrial rock and electronic body music (EBM) movements for four decades. Known for their signature fusion of hard-hitting beats, aggressive guitars, and politically charged lyrics, KMFDM has influenced countless bands in the realms of industrial, metal, and electronic music.

From their early experimental sounds in Germany’s underground scene to their rise in global prominence, KMFDM’s relentless work ethic and bold sonic identity have kept them at the forefront of heavy electronic music. With albums like “Naïve” (1990), “Angst” (1993), “Nihil” (1995), and “Xtort” (1996), the band pioneered a style that blended pounding electronic rhythms with razor-sharp riffs and biting social commentary.

KMFDM’s ability to reinvent themselves while staying true to their signature ultra-heavy beat has made them an enduring force in the industrial scene. Their fans—often known as the KMFDM Army—have stood by the band through every evolution, keeping their legacy alive in clubs, live shows, and underground playlists worldwide.

The Impact of “Hau Ruck”

Originally released in 2005, “Hau Ruck” marked a new era for KMFDM. The album introduced a heavier, more guitar-driven sound, incorporating elements of industrial metal and hard rock while still retaining the electronic backbone that made KMFDM famous. Tracks like “Free Your Hate,” “Professional Killer,” and the title track “Hau Ruck” delivered a crushing sonic assault, filled with rebellious energy and anti-authoritarian themes.

Now, with the 2025 remastered edition, the album is set to sound bigger, bolder, and even more explosive than ever before. Fans old and new will get to experience “Hau Ruck” in stunning high-definition audio, ensuring every beat, riff, and lyric punches through with maximum impact.

Why This Remaster Matters

For die-hard KMFDM fans and newcomers alike, this 2025 reissue of “Hau Ruck” is more than just a remaster—it’s a celebration of the band’s unwavering legacy in the industrial music scene. Whether you’re a longtime follower or discovering KMFDM for the first time, this release serves as a testament to the band’s raw power, unfiltered creativity, and relentless innovation.

💿 Available in 45rpm 2-LP Vinyl & CD
👕 Limited-Edition Commemorative Shirt
🔥 Experience the Ultra-Heavy Beat Like Never Before!

🎵 Pre-Order Now: KMFDM.FulfillmentMerch.com

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🔥 CYRNAI Returns with New Single ‘Calamity of Beauty’ + ‘Pandemonium Framework’ – Album Out April 4 🔥

Electronic music visionary CYRNAI (aka Carolyn Fok) has unveiled two mesmerizing tracks from her upcoming album ‘Calamity of Beauty’, set for release on April 4, 2025 via Memoir of Sound. These new singles showcase her ever-evolving sonic artistry, blending immersive neo-kosmische soundscapes with pulsating industrial techno.

🎧 Listen Now:
👉 Stream ‘Calamity of Beauty’ | Bandcamp | Video (CoB)
👉 Stream ‘Pandemonium Framework’ | Video (PF)

A Journey Through Sound: CYRNAI’s New Era

A longtime innovator in experimental electronics, CYRNAI has continuously defied genre boundaries, shaping the underground music landscape since the 1980s. ‘Calamity of Beauty’ offers a rich exploration of identity, transformation, and emotional complexity, encapsulating her unique approach to sound design.

The album’s title track, ‘Calamity of Beauty,’ is a deeply atmospheric composition that resonates with elements of early electronic pioneers such as Tangerine Dream and Klaus Schulze, while ‘Pandemonium Framework’ takes a more club-driven approach, reminiscent of her previous release ‘Echo Language’.

🔊 Pre-Order ‘Calamity of Beauty’ on Bandcamp: Click Here

A Legacy of Sonic Exploration

Having crafted sonic tapestries for over four decades, Carolyn Fok has built a diverse and groundbreaking catalog, spanning electronic, industrial, and experimental realms. She first made waves in the 1980s with CYRNAI, later working alongside legendary figures such as Morton Subotnick, Suzanne Ciani, and Drew McDowall.

In 2018, her influential early works were reissued as a deluxe vinyl box set ‘CYRNAI 1980-90’ by Dark Entries, introducing a new generation to her genre-defying sound. Now, with ‘Calamity of Beauty’, she continues her sonic evolution, integrating 360-degree spatial audio technology for an immersive listening experience.

🔮 Expect intricate layers of fragmented radio signals, spectral vocals, and enigmatic broadcasts woven into the album’s haunting narrative.

🎥 Watch CYRNAI Live in San Francisco (2024): Click Here

A Visual & Conceptual Masterpiece

The album cover presents an illuminated female statue, adorned with flowers in an attic, evoking a sense of rediscovery and reflection. This imagery raises intriguing questions:
💀 Is CYRNAI unearthing her younger artistic self, embracing her roots?
💡 Or is she bridging past and present, constructing an enigmatic dialogue between time and identity?

Whatever the interpretation, ‘Calamity of Beauty’ cements CYRNAI as one of electronic music’s most innovative voices.

About CYRNAI (Carolyn Fok)

🔹 Pioneering electronic musician & sound designer
🔹 Active since the 1980s, blending industrial, electronic, and avant-garde elements
🔹 Collaborated with Elliot Sharp, Tim Story, Joaquin Lievano, and Steve Bryson
🔹 Featured in Cherry Red’s ‘Third Noise Principle’ compilation of ’70s-’80s US underground electronic music
🔹 Extensive discography archived at Memoir of Sound

With over 100 albums worth of material, Fok’s legacy continues to expand, cementing her status as an icon of electronic experimentation.

💀 Deep Dive into the Universe of CYRNAI 💀
🌎 Official Website
🎵 Bandcamp
📺 YouTube
📷 Instagram
📘 Facebook

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Fae Fatale Unveils Dark and Haunting New Single “Grim Reaper” – Out April 4

Rising alternative metal artist Fae Fatale is set to release her chilling new single, “Grim Reaper,” on April 4, 2025. Known for her eerie storytelling and cinematic, horror-infused visuals, Fae Fatale continues to carve her own path in the metal scene with a unique blend of industrial, alternative, and classic rock influences.

A Dark and Cathartic Musical Journey

“Grim Reaper is my own dance with death,” Fae Fatale shares. “I embraced the darkness in my mind and my experience with my own mental health. This song is a beautiful creation born from the catharsis I find in writing music, and now, it’s time to share that experience with the world.”

Blending infectious melodies, raw emotion, and heavy rock riffs, Grim Reaper cements Fae Fatale as a rising force in the alternative metal landscape. Fans of artists such as In This Moment, Motionless In White, and Evanescence will find themselves drawn to her haunting yet powerful sound.

A Visually Stunning Music Video

The single will be accompanied by a visually captivating music video that stays true to Fae Fatale’s horror-inspired aesthetic. Known for her nightmarish yet whimsically twisted cinematic visuals, this latest release promises to be an immersive experience that complements the song’s dark themes.

The Evolution of Fae Fatale

Following the success of “Lobotomy” and “Raw Meat,” Grim Reaper marks a new chapter in Fae Fatale’s evolution as she continues to redefine modern metal with bold storytelling and genre-defying compositions. With a growing social media presence and an ever-expanding fanbase, she is proving that metal is alive and thriving in 2025.

“Grim Reaper” will be available on all major streaming platforms on April 4, 2025.

Deep Dive into the Universe of Fae Fatale

🔗 Official Website
🎵 Spotify
📸 Instagram
🎶 TikTok
🌐 Linktree

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DROUTH Announces New Album The Teeth of Time – Out May 16th via Eternal Warfare Records 🔥⚔️

New Single “False Grail” Streaming Now! 🎶💀

Portland’s blackened death metal force DROUTH returns this spring with the highly anticipated release of their third full-length album, The Teeth of Time, arriving May 16th via Eternal Warfare Records. Following their critically acclaimed 2020 release Excerpts From a Dread Liturgy, the new record is an unrelenting storm of doom-laden intensity, existential dread, and sonic brutality.

A Manifestation of Torment and Chaos 🖤🔥

DROUTH comments on the upcoming release:
“We are proud to present The Teeth of Time, a culmination of several years of blood, sweat, and pain. It is a nightmare made manifest, and we are both eager to share our creative work and grateful to the many people who helped make it possible.”

To mark the album’s announcement, the band has unveiled “False Grail,” a harrowing preview of the hellscape awaiting listeners within The Teeth of Time. First premiered at Invisible Oranges, the track delivers an ominous, suffocating atmosphere that perfectly sets the tone for the album.

Matt Solis on “False Grail”:

“‘False Grail’ was the last song we wrote before entering the studio. It came together relatively quickly based on ideas that Stikker brought in—he had it well fleshed out, but we expanded the closing doom section to really emphasize the dynamic shift in the song. We also knew we wanted string accompaniment, so we had Eva Vonne from Isenordal add mournful viola layers after tracking was completed.”

Matt Stikker on the Song’s Concept:

“Lyrically, the song is a nightmare reflecting the disconnect between the true and projected self, and the increasing tension between those poles that we all experience. The map is not the territory, but when the map prefigures and gradually dictates the territory, our agency is threatened forever.”

🔗 Pre-Order & Stream Now

📀 Pre-Order The Teeth of Time: DROUTH Bandcamp
▶️ Listen to “False Grail”: YouTube | Bandcamp

🔥 The Teeth of Time – Tracklist 🔥

1️⃣ Hurl Your Thunderbolt Even Unto Death
2️⃣ False Grail
3️⃣ The Teeth of Time
4️⃣ Through a Glass, Darkly
5️⃣ Exult, Ye Flagellant

📸 Album artwork & credits: Jason DeSomer

About DROUTH 🖤

Formed in Portland in 2012, DROUTH (formerly known as Contempt) has carved a reputation in the extreme metal underground for their seamless blend of black metal, death metal, doom, and crust. Their 2014 debut EP Skinwalker put them on the map, followed by Vast, Loathsome (2015), full-lengths Knives, Labyrinths, Mirrors (2017) and Excerpts From a Dread Liturgy (2020).

Their latest offering, The Teeth of Time, was recorded and mixed by legendary engineer Billy Anderson (Neurosis, Cattle Decapitation) and mastered by Justin Weis (Agalloch, Hammers of Misfortune), resulting in 40 minutes of ferocious, melodic, and exploratory blackened death metal.

DROUTH is:

🎸 Matt Stikker – Guitar, vocals, lyrics
🥁 Patrick Fiorentino – Drums
🎸 John Edwards – Guitar, vocals
🎸 Matt Solis – Bass

🔗 Deep Dive into the Universe of DROUTH

🌎 Website
📘 Facebook
📸 Instagram
🎧 Bandcamp

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ALLEGAEON Unleashes “The Swarm” Video Ahead of The Ossuary Lens Release + North American Tour Kicks Off Next Week 🎸🔥

Technical death metal visionaries ALLEGAEON have just dropped their latest single, “The Swarm,” accompanied by a powerful new video, now premiering at Metal Injection. The track is taken from their forthcoming full-length album, The Ossuary Lens, set to be released on April 4th, 2025, via Metal Blade Records.

🔗 Watch “The Swarm” Now

Guitarist Greg Burgess shares insight into the track’s origins:
“This is a piece written by [guitarist] Michael Stancel. The frantic intro riff was actually written on tour in the UK on a boat in Bristol. I remember filming him playing it so we wouldn’t forget how to play it. The show was sold out and ruled, and then all of our gear got rained on because they had us load out so they could have a disco after the show. Shame!”

Stancel adds:
“If I could have set that venue adrift, I would have—but at least we got a song out of it.”

🎥 Watch the official video for “The Swarm” HERE
🎥 Watch ALLEGAEON’s previously released video for “Driftwood” HERE

The Ossuary Lens: ALLEGAEON’s Most Brutal and Technically Dazzling Album Yet 💀🎶

The Ossuary Lens marks ALLEGAEON’s seventh studio album and the highly anticipated return of original vocalist Ezra Haynes, rejoining the band after nearly a decade. The album explores various perspectives on death, delving into themes both philosophical and visceral.

“Each song is a different topic, but there’s always a perspective of death tied in,” explains Haynes. “Since the entire album revolves around this theme, we felt that ‘Ossuary’ was a fitting concept, and thus, The Ossuary Lens was born.”

🔊 Pre-order The Ossuary Lens now at Metal Blade Records

💿 Available formats:

  • CD (Jewel Case w/ 16-Page Booklet)
  • Digital
  • Vinyl Variants:
    • Ossuary Marbled (US)
    • Wine And Lust (US)
    • 180g Black (EU)
    • Red Obsidian Marbled (EU)
    • Ossuary Crystal (EU – Ltd. 200 Copies)

ALLEGAEON Hits the Road with Warbringer for The Vortex of Violence Tour 🎤🔥

Starting March 18th, 2025, ALLEGAEON will co-headline North America with WARBRINGER, alongside Skeletal Remains and Summoning The Lich. The 26-date tour will take the bands across the US and Canada, wrapping up on April 12th in Los Angeles, CA.

🎟️ Get your tickets now

📅 Full Tour Dates:

🗓 March 2025

  • 3/18 – San Diego, CA – Brick By Brick
  • 3/19 – Phoenix, AZ – Last Exit Live
  • 3/20 – Albuquerque, NM – Launchpad
  • 3/21 – Oklahoma City, OK – 89th Street Collective
  • 3/22 – Haltom City, TX – Haltom Theater
  • 3/23 – Austin, TX – Come And Take It Live
  • 3/24 – Corpus Christi, TX – House Of Rock
  • 3/26 – Orlando, FL – Conduit
  • 3/27 – Jacksonville, NC – Hooligan’s
  • 3/28 – Bensalem, PA – Broken Goblet
  • 3/29 – Brooklyn, NY – Woodshop
  • 3/30 – Montreal, QC – Foufounes Electriques
  • 3/31 – Toronto, ON – The Garrison

🗓 April 2025

  • 4/01 – Detroit, MI – The Sanctuary
  • 4/02 – Chicago, IL – Reggies
  • 4/03 – Lawrence, KS – The Bottleneck
  • 4/04 – Lincoln, NE – Bourbon Theater
  • 4/05 – Denver, CO – HQ
  • 4/06 – Salt Lake City, UT – Metro Music Hall
  • 4/08 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon
  • 4/09 – Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw Theatre
  • 4/10 – Portland, OR – Hawthorne Theater
  • 4/11 – San Francisco, CA – DNA Lounge
  • 4/12 – Los Angeles, CA – Teragram Ballroom

The Ossuary Lens: A Monumental Return for ALLEGAEON 🎶⚡

Produced by Dave Otero at Flatline Audio in Denver, The Ossuary Lens promises to be a career-defining record for ALLEGAEON. Consequence raves about its “brutal intensity and progressive sophistication,” while MetalSucks calls it “a relentless masterclass in technical death metal.”

🎧 Pre-Order & Listen Now

📸 Photo by Stephanie Cabral

Deep Dive into the Universe of ALLEGAEON 🌌🔊

🌎 Official Website
📘 Facebook
📸 Instagram
🐦 Twitter/X
📺 YouTube

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The Birthday Massacre Unveil New Single “Sleep Tonight” Ahead of Upcoming Album “Pathways” 🌙🎶

Canadian dark pop and gothic rock pioneers, The Birthday Massacre, return with their latest single, “Sleep Tonight”, offering a haunting glimpse into their forthcoming album, “Pathways”, set for release on April 11, 2025, via Metropolis Records.

“Sleep Tonight” is a song about being haunted by our own ghosts, the band shares. Memories and regrets follow us as we try to find comfort. Even the most familiar and safe places can feel sinister as we wrestle with feelings we often bury deep within ourselves.

The song’s dreamlike atmosphere, eerie synth work, and powerful yet melancholic vocals mark a return to the signature storytelling style that has defined the band’s sound for over two decades.

🔗 Pre-Order “Pathways” on Bandcamp: 🛒 Click Here

🌎 North American Tour Begins March 28, 2025

The Birthday Massacre will embark on a 29-date North American tour starting March 28, bringing their cinematic live performances to fans across the continent. Following this, they will head to the UK for a 13-show run beginning on October 24, 2025.

🎟️ Get Tickets & Full Tour Dates Here: 🎫 Click Here

📍 Upcoming Tours:

🖤 North America (March-April 2025)
🇬🇧 UK Tour (October-November 2025)

🖤 “Pathways” – A Dark Pop Odyssey

🔮 Album Release Date: April 11, 2025
🔥 Label: Metropolis Records

🎧 Tracklist:
1️⃣ Sleep Tonight
2️⃣ All Of You
3️⃣ The Vanishing Game
4️⃣ Pathways
5️⃣ Whisper
6️⃣ Wish
7️⃣ Faces
8️⃣ Cruel Love

📀 Album Artwork: Pathways cover by Andrea Hunter Photography

🌙 About The Birthday Massacre

Formed in 1999 in Canada, The Birthday Massacre has built an enduring legacy through their hypnotic fusion of gothic rock, darkwave, and electronic elements. Their breakthrough album, “Violet” (2005), featuring anthems like “Blue” and “Happy Birthday”, established their signature ethereal-meets-industrial aesthetic.

Over the years, albums like “Under Your Spell” (2017), “Diamonds” (2020), and the Billboard-charting “Fascination” (2022) have expanded their sonic universe, layering cinematic production and evocative storytelling into their ever-evolving discography.

Renowned for their spellbinding live performances, The Birthday Massacre remains a beloved fixture in the dark pop and gothic rock scenes, captivating audiences with every release.

🎸 Band Members

🎤 Chibi – Vocals
🎸 Rainbow – Guitars, Programming, Vocals
🎸 Falcore – Lead Guitar
🥁 Phillip Elliott – Drums
🎹 Owen – Keyboards
🎸 Brett ‘Bat’ Carruthers – Bass

📲 Deep Dive into the Universe of The Birthday Massacre

🌐 Official Website
📘 Facebook
📸 Instagram

🎟️ Get Tour Tickets: 🎫 Click Here

#industrial, Artoffact Records, Cutting Edge Culture Updates, New Music Release

Encephalon Unleashes “Automaton All Along” – A Haunting Exploration of AI and Identity 🤖🎶

Canadian electro-industrial powerhouse Encephalon returns with their most ambitious and immersive release to date, “Automaton All Along”, available now via Artoffact Records. This gripping concept album delves deep into the intersection of artificial intelligence and human consciousness, weaving a dystopian narrative through pulsating beats, cinematic synthscapes, and raw, evocative lyricism.

🔗 Listen & Order: 🎵 Stream Here | 🛒 Order Here

⚡ A Journey Through Sound and AI-Driven Dystopia

Formed in Ottawa, Canada, in the mid-2000s, Encephalon—led by Matt Gifford (vocals, programming) and Sam Mainer (keyboards, live drums)—has established itself as a defining force in the global industrial and dark electronic scene. With their signature blend of dark electro, synthpop, and cyberpunk aesthetics, the duo continues to push boundaries, both sonically and conceptually.

Since their breakthrough debut “The Transhuman Condition” (2011) and critically acclaimed follow-ups “Psychogenesis” (2015) and “Echoes” (2021), Encephalon has explored themes of technology, identity, and existential dread.

🚀 “Automaton All Along” marks their boldest statement yet—a dystopian opus that questions what it means to be human in an age where AI and consciousness blur into one. The album’s intricate production, layered sound design, and thought-provoking themes create an experience that lingers long after the music fades.

🎧 For fans of: Front Line Assembly, Nitzer Ebb, The Prodigy, and the cerebral, darker side of electronic music.

🔗 Listen to “Automaton All Along”: 🎶 Click Here

🎵 Tracklisting – Automaton All Along

1️⃣ The Trial
2️⃣ Someone Else’s Dream
3️⃣ The War
4️⃣ The Same Wound
5️⃣ Deader Without You
6️⃣ Emulations
7️⃣ My Heart Will Not Go On
8️⃣ Slime Never Dies
9️⃣ Beyond My Circuitry
🔟 Braindead in VR
🔟 Echoes

💀 About Encephalon

Since their formation in 2005, Encephalon has been at the forefront of the electronic underground, self-releasing early demos before catching the attention of labels such as Dependent Records and Artoffact Records. Their debut album, The Transhuman Condition, received album of the year recognition from I Die: You Die, solidifying them as pioneers of futuristic, cerebral electronic music.

Across albums like Psychogenesis and Echoes, Encephalon has continuously evolved, fusing industrial aggression with haunting melodies. Their commitment to innovation, combined with electrifying live performances, has cemented their status as one of Canada’s most compelling contributions to the industrial music scene.

📢 Deep Dive into the Universe of Encephalon:
🌐 Website | 📘 Facebook | 📸 Instagram

🔗 Artoffact Records Online:
💿 Bandcamp | 📘 Facebook | 📸 Instagram | 🐦 Twitter

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🔥 PSYCLON NINE Unleashes New Single “Devil’s Work” Ahead of Upcoming Album 🔥

💀 Industrial Metal Powerhouse Gears Up for “And Then Oblivion” Release on March 21, 2025 💀

US industrial-metal titans Psyclon Nine continue their relentless sonic assault with the release of “Devil’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 band’s next evolution.

🎥 The official “Devil’s Work” music video premieres on February 15, 2025!

🔗 Listen & Watch: 🎵 WAV | 🎵 MP3 | 🔊 Stream | 💿 Bandcamp | 🎬 Video (Available February 15)

🔥 A New Era of Industrial Mayhem 🔥

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

⚡ 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).

💿 Pre-orders for And Then Oblivion are now available via Bandcamp!

🔗 Pre-order “And Then Oblivion” on Bandcamp: 💿 Link

💀 A Legacy of Chaos and Sonic Innovation 💀

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.

🌍 Their global presence has been solidified through consistent international touring, including performances at major festivals such as:
⚫ Dark Malta
⚫ Castle Party (Poland)
⚫ Wave Gotik Treffen (Germany) – Four appearances to audiences of 30,000+

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

🎶 Tracklist – “And Then Oblivion” 🎶

1️⃣ Devil’s Work
2️⃣ I Choose Violence
3️⃣ Shoot to Kill
4️⃣ CRWLNG FRM CNT T CSKT
5️⃣ Locust of Everything
6️⃣ Speak Evil
7️⃣ Say Your Prayers
8️⃣ Après Toi Le Déluge
9️⃣ Taxidermy
🔟 (Hidden Track)

🌐 Deep Dive into the Universe of PSYCLON NINE 🌐

🔗 📘 Facebook | 📸 Instagram

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FiXT Unveils New Release: THE DEFECT – DEATH X DESTINY

 

Release Date: February 7, 2025
Label: FiXT Music

FiXT is back with another electrifying release to kick off 2025! DEATH X DESTINY, the latest sonic adventure from THE DEFECT, delivers a hard-hitting blend of dark electronic, industrial, and metal influences. Known for their intense soundscapes and aggressive beats, THE DEFECT pushes boundaries once again with a collection that will resonate deeply with fans of dark electronic and industrial metal.

“DEATH X DESTINY is more than just an album; it’s a statement of survival, chaos, and rebirth in a fractured world.” – THE DEFECT

THE DEFECT – DEATH X DESTINY Album Cover

Track Highlights

  • 🔥 “Destiny Falls” – A relentless anthem with grinding guitars and eerie synth layers
  • ⚡ “Broken Crown” – A powerful mix of industrial beats and haunting melodies
  • 💥 “Death Reign” – Dark, heavy, and uncompromising

About FiXT

FiXT Music is a globally recognized label specializing in electronic rock, synthwave, industrial, and futuristic soundscapes. Known for its cutting-edge roster of artists, FiXT continues to redefine the boundaries of alternative music.

🌐 Deep Dive into the Universe of FiXT Music THE DEFECT:

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Melting Rust Opera Unveils Remix of Science Fiction by The Wedding Present

🎧 Listen Now: Melting Rust Opera – Science Fiction (Remix)

Experimental electronic act Melting Rust Opera has reimagined Science Fiction by The Wedding Present, transforming the track into a dark, atmospheric remix infused with their signature avant-garde sound.

“We had the pleasure of remixing this beautiful song, and we hope you all enjoy our rework. Wishing you a great time with it!” – Melting Rust Opera

🔹 Stream & Download: Bandcamp
🔹 Original Track by: The Wedding Present

Deep Dive into the Universe of Melting Rust Opera

🌐 Official Website
📘 Facebook
📷 Instagram
📺 YouTube
📢 X (Twitter)

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The Hellacopters Release New Single and Video: Do You Feel Normal


Sweden’s high-energy rock legends, The Hellacopters, kick off 2025 with a bang, unveiling their latest single, Do You Feel Normal, from their upcoming studio album Overdriver, set to release on January 31, 2025.

An Uplifting Anthem with Depth

Do You Feel Normal showcases The Hellacopters at their finest, delivering an addictive anthem brimming with captivating melodies and an irresistible chorus. Despite the song’s themes of alienation and solitude, its energy and vibrancy place it among the band’s most memorable hits.

The sharp, visually striking music video, directed by Johan Bååth, was filmed at the historic Gröna Lund amusement park in Stockholm, Sweden. Opened in 1883, the park provides an enchanting backdrop for the band’s powerful performance.

Watch the video here:
Do You Feel Normal Official Music Video

Listen to the new single here:
Do You Feel Normal

Preorder Overdriver

The Hellacopters’ ninth full-length album, Overdriver, is available for preorder in multiple collectible formats:

Available Formats:

  1. CD Jewelcase
  2. Ltd Edition Digipak CD (with patch + 2 bonus tracks)
  3. Vinyl LPs (various colors and editions, including special region-specific variants)
  4. Cassette (limited to 200 copies via band store)
  5. Digital Album

Bonus Tracks (available on special editions):

  • Wild Night (Van Morrison Cover)
  • What’s Going On? (Al Stewart Cover)

Overdriver Tracklist

  1. Token Apologies
  2. Don’t Let Me Bring You Down
  3. (I Don’t Wanna Be) Just A Memory
  4. Wrong Face On
  5. Soldier On
  6. Doomsday Daydreams
  7. Faraway Looks
  8. Coming Down
  9. Do You Feel Normal
  10. The Stench
  11. Leave A Mark

The Hellacopters Live 2025

Catch The Hellacopters on their upcoming tour, featuring headlining shows across Europe and appearances at major festivals.

Tour Dates:

  • 31.01.2025 Stockholm, SE – Vasateatern (SOLD OUT)
  • 01.02.2025 Stockholm, SE – Vasateatern (SOLD OUT)
  • 02.02.2025 Stockholm, SE – Vasateatern
  • 06.02.2025 Tampere, FI – Tavara-asema
  • 07.02.2025 Helsinki, FI – House of Culture (SOLD OUT)
  • 12.02.2025 Oslo, NO – Rockefeller (SOLD OUT)
  • 13.02.2025 Gothenburg, SE – Pustervik
  • 14.02.2025 Gothenburg, SE – Pustervik (SOLD OUT)
  • 15.02.2025 Lund, SE – Mejeriet
  • 14.04.2025 Cologne, DE – Carlswerk
  • 15.04.2025 Munich, DE – Muffathalle
  • 16.04.2025 Frankfurt, DE – Batschkapp
  • 17.04.2025 Hamburg, DE – Docks
  • 18.04.2025 Copenhagen, DK – Pumpehuset
  • 19.04.2025 Helsingborg, SE – The Tivoli
  • 24.04.-27.04.2025 Sälen, SE – Ski & Rock
  • 09.05.-13.05.2025 Miami, FL, USA – Little Steven’s Underground Garage Cruise
  • 23.05.-25.05.2025 Berlin, DE – Desertfest
  • 19.06.-21.06.2025 Vitoria-Gasteiz, ES – Azkena Rock Festival
  • 19.06.-22.06.2025 Clisson, FR – Hellfest
  • 30.07.-02.08.2025 Wacken, DE – Wacken Open Air
  • 08.08.-10.08.2025 Kortrijk, BE – Alcatraz Festival

For tickets, visit: The Hellacopters Official Site

About The Hellacopters

With nearly three decades of iconic releases and unforgettable live performances, The Hellacopters have solidified their status as Sweden’s rock royalty. Their upcoming album, Overdriver, is entirely produced by Nicke Andersson and recorded at Strawberry Studio and The Honk Palace. Featuring roaring guitars, infectious grooves, and anthemic choruses, Overdriver is poised to be another milestone in the band’s storied career.

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The Halo Effect Releases March of the Unheard + Announces European Tour with Pain


Melodic death metal pioneers The Halo Effect have unleashed their highly anticipated new album, March of the Unheard. Available now, this groundbreaking release reaffirms their place at the forefront of the genre they helped define while boldly charting new territory.

A Testament to the Gothenburg Sound

March of the Unheard is more than a celebration of The Halo Effect’s roots; it’s a dynamic evolution of the iconic Gothenburg sound. Thirty years after their members propelled melodic death metal to global prominence, the band delivers an album filled with razor-sharp guitar leads, driving rhythms, and unforgettable hooks.

To mark the release, the band has also unveiled a stunning video for their lead single, What We Become. Directed by Johan Carlén and shot in an ice-cold barn, the video’s mystique perfectly complements the track’s themes of transformation, depression, and self-doubt.

Frontman Mikael Stanne shared:
“The wait is over! Our second album drops today, and we could not be more proud. This is our love letter to melodic death metal, and we’re thrilled to share it with you. Don’t miss our new video for What We Become—it’s the perfect introduction to this record!”

Available Formats

March of the Unheard is available in multiple collectible formats:

  • CD Jewel Case
  • CD Digi (with 3 bonus tracks, 24-page booklet, UV spot varnish, parchment paper)
  • Vinyl Editions (with 24-page booklet, UV spot varnish, parchment paper):
    • Crystal Clear (Retail Exclusive)
    • Curacao/Ocean Blue/White Splatter (NB Shop Exclusive)
    • Curacao (Band Shop Exclusive)
    • Yellow (Sweden Rock Exclusive, with 1 Bonus Track)
    • Light Green (Nordic Exclusive)

Halos Over Europe Tour 2025

Following the release, The Halo Effect will embark on their first-ever European headlining tour. Special guests Pain and rising Finnish melodic death stars Bloodred Hourglass will join the trek.

Tour Dates:

  • 15.01. Oslo, NO – Vulkan Arena (without Pain)
  • 16.01. Copenhagen, DK – Amager Bio
  • 17.01. Hamburg, DE – Markthalle (SOLD OUT)
  • 18.01. Cologne, DE – Essigfabrik (SOLD OUT)
  • 19.01. Haarlem, NL – Patronaat
  • 21.01. Bristol, UK – The Fleece (LOW TICKETS)
  • 22.01. Glasgow, UK – Slay
  • 23.01. Wolverhampton, UK – KK’s Steel Mill
  • 24.01. Manchester, UK – Club Academy
  • 25.01. London, UK – Electric Ballroom
  • 26.01. Antwerp, BE – Trix
  • 28.01. Paris, FR – Bataclan
  • 29.01. Frankfurt, DE – Batschkapp
  • 31.01. Stuttgart, DE – LKA Longhorn (LOW TICKETS)
  • 01.02. Munich, DE – Backstage (SOLD OUT)
  • 02.02. Solothurn, CH – Kulturfabrik Kofmehl
  • 04.02. Berlin, DE – Kulturbrauerei Kesselhaus
  • 05.02. Leipzig, DE – Hellraiser (LOW TICKETS)
  • 06.02. Vienna, AT – Arena Wien (LOW TICKETS)
  • 07.02. Budapest, HU – Barba Negra Blue Stage
  • 08.02. Brno, CZ – Sono Centrum
  • 09.02. Warsaw, PL – Progresja
  • 11.02. Helsinki, FI – Tavastia (SOLD OUT)
  • 12.02. Tampere, FI – Tavara Asema (LOW TICKETS)
  • 14.02. Stockholm, SE – Fallan
  • 15.02. Gothenburg, SE – Gothenburg Studios

For tickets and more information, visit: The Halo Effect Tour

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Derision Cult Releases Abdication Day

Derision Cult has officially unleashed their latest album, Abdication Day. This hard-hitting release promises to deliver a powerful blend of industrial, metal, and dark electronic sounds that fans have come to love.

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SINthetik Messiah Releases Squid Game Player 666 – Free Download!

SINthetik Messiah has unveiled a brand-new track, Squid Game Player 666, available now as a free download. This experimental release is inspired by the hit show Squid Game and features a creative fusion of sampled tracks from the original soundtrack and SINthetik Messiah’s own unique sounds.

Message from SINthetik Messiah:
“Happy New Year, everyone! I just finished watching the second season of Squid Game and had some fun experimenting with the soundtrack. I sampled three tracks from the original score and blended in my own sounds—just a little creative project for fun. I hope you enjoy it! Download it for free and share it with your friends!”

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Artoffact Records Releases Molotov (Remix) Featuring s:cage, Famine, and Lys Morke by Front Line Assembly

Artoffact Records proudly presents the latest offering from Front Line Assembly, Molotov (Remix). This electrifying reimagining of the original track features an incredible collaboration with s:cage, Famine, and Lys Morke, delivering a powerful sonic experience that honors the legacy of FLA while pushing boundaries with fresh creative energy.

About the Remix

Opportunities to remix a legendary act like Front Line Assembly are rare, and this project was approached with careful consideration. The goal: to honor and respect FLA’s influential, progressive sound while showcasing the unique talents of each artist involved. The result? Molotov. A remix. A reimagining. A seamless collaboration.

s:cage and Famine, who have been performing shows together since the mid-2000s, teamed up for their first collaboration. Their remix combines the richly textured soundscapes of s:cage with the intricate and complex rhythms of Famine.

Adding to the track’s depth, Lys Morke lends her haunting and ethereal voice, balancing vulnerability with strength. Her contribution creates an emotional intensity that harmonizes with the frantic energy of the music. The result is a stunning remix that redefines the original track, offering a unique sonic exploration that will move listeners and leave a lasting impression.

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MORLOCKS Release Amor, Monstra Et Horrore Profundi EP

Swedish industrial rock powerhouse MORLOCKS kick off 2025 with the release of their brand-new EP, Amor, Monstra Et Horrore Profundi, available today, January 10, 2025, via Metropolis Records. This ambitious five-track offering blends industrial rock, neo-classical, darkwave, and metal into a bold and cinematic sound.

Stream or purchase the EP here:

Critical Acclaim for Amor, Monstra Et Horrore Profundi

  • “Majestic soundscapes imbued with dark menace stand on an equal footing with uplifting chorus lines. Morlocks are a powerhouse force to be reckoned with.” – Louder Than War
  • “Remarkably ambitious and unashamedly lavish in every way, this EP is something special.” – Aural Aggravation
  • “Wonderful mix of industrial rock, neo-classical, darkwave and metal.” – Maximum Volume Music
  • “Grandiloquent, crazy, intense, nasty, hilarious, delightful, as wide as a blockbuster, as twisted as a B-movie: it’s a stroke of genius.” – Verdammnis (FR)
  • “A must-listen for fans of dark sounds with a dash of madness, Morlocks are back with an impressive performance!” – Medienkonverter (DE)


EP Highlights

The EP features five tracks, including reimagined versions of rare gems and iconic covers:

  1. The S.N.A.F.U. Principle v3.0 – A re-recorded version of a track from their 2001 debut album.
  2. March Of The Goblins – Another powerful re-recording from their early catalog.
  3. The Lake Pt. I & The Lake Pt. II – Cover versions of Bathory classics.
  4. Young Prisoners – A cover of Borghesia’s underground masterpiece.

About MORLOCKS

Formed in Gothenburg, Sweden, in the early ’90s by J. Strauss, MORLOCKS has evolved from a guitar-driven electronic rock sound into a grand industrial symphonic powerhouse. The addition of Innocentius Rabiatus (Andreas Wandegren of Dark Side Cowboys) in 2003 saw the group lean into heavier industrial rock influences, culminating in their celebrated 2011 album The Outlaw of Fives.

Notable collaborations include working with KMFDM’s Sascha Konietzko, dark ambient electro artist Karin My, and black metal vocalist Heljarmadr (Grá/Dark Funeral). Their most recent full-length release, Praise The Iconoclast, was hailed as a masterpiece in the industrial and darkwave scene.

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Michael Plaster (soulwhirlingsomewhere) Returns with yttriphie: an extremely slow motion explosion

Michael Plaster, known for his work with the legendary 90s Projekt ethereal act soulwhirlingsomewhere, returns to Projekt with a mesmerizing ambient release under the moniker yttriphie. an extremely slow motion explosion marks Michael’s debut in the ambient genre, merging tranquility and complexity for a uniquely immersive experience.

The album is set to release digitally on January 24, 2025 via Projekt Records and offers a vaporous journey into atmospheric crescendos and dreamlike melodies.

About the Album

Michael describes the album as “mellow and muted,” with long waves of atmospheric crescendos that sometimes fall to near silence while at other times carve clear, intricate paths. Feathery synthesized patches blend seamlessly with crystalline piano, creating a soundscape that is dreamy, isolated, and filled with longing.

Michael reflects:
“I want the experience of listening to the music to be like going into a tranquil, flowing river. Muted enough to take you along effortlessly, but complex enough to swallow you in its melodies—like little shrouded stories being slowly woven together.”

The album title explores the concept of entropy and the idea that everything in existence is an explosion of energy trying to dissipate, from the Big Bang to the smallest particles in our bodies.

Tracklist

  1. oh
  2. siderius
  3. yrsta-fiirn
  4. absrpt/nline
  5. myrskiiyinen
  6. there is no sun (Watch on YouTube)
  7. unsettled apsis
  8. anexslom
  9. pare

Pronunciation Guide from Michael

“yttriphie? Oh, it is pronounced IH-tri-fee. Think of the word ‘atrophy,’ but swap the ‘A’ for an ‘Ih’ like in ‘Insist.’ And yes, I made it up.”

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Twisted Flesh Recordings Releases Distorted Reality by Terrorbit

Twisted Flesh Recordings proudly presents Distorted Reality, the latest release from Terrorbit. This album takes listeners on a dark and immersive journey into the dystopian future, blending themes of cybernetic nightmares and Lovecraftian horrors with pulsating industrial beats.

The Story Behind Distorted Reality

“Even in the year 20XX, the horrors of the old ones still linger in the shadows. As H.P. Lovecraft’s tales warned us in the early 19th century, there are forces beyond human comprehension. In this dystopian future, where technology intertwines with biology, these ancient horrors persist, manipulating and threatening to destroy our world from the shadows. The journey into cyberspace madness has begun—how will it end?”

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HYENO Releases ARENA – Out Now!

The wait is over! Stockholm-based industrial artist HYENO has dropped the highly anticipated new record, ARENA. Described as a “doomy romantic industrial siege,” this release promises to captivate fans with its dark, brooding soundscapes and intense energy.

Available now on all major streaming platforms, ARENA is a must-listen for industrial and alternative music lovers. Vinyl editions are in the works and will be available soon—stay tuned for updates!

Listen to ARENA

Message from HYENO:
“Thanks for all your love and support! Happy holidays to all. Keep an eye out for new Drachenlab material on the horizon!”

From Stockholm, Sweden – Linus Raudsepp

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Matt Hart Releases Below the Terra Pt. 1 & Pt. 2 – A Double Album Epic!

Industrial powerhouse Matt Hart has unveiled his latest creation, Below the Terra Pt. 1 & Pt. 2. This ambitious double album delves deep into a dystopian soundscape, offering fans a two-part journey through dark, atmospheric, and hard-hitting industrial music.

Where to Listen

Experience the sonic adventure of Below the Terra on all major streaming platforms or grab your copy directly from Matt Hart’s official store.

Why You Need to Hear It

This double album continues Matt Hart’s tradition of blending intense beats, haunting melodies, and evocative storytelling. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a newcomer, this is a release that demands your attention.

#alternative, #industrial, #Rock, Cutting Edge Culture Updates, New Music Release

Stoneburner Unveils New Single: “New Year Same Fuckin You”

Stoneburner kicks off the year with a powerful new release, New Year Same Fuckin You, featuring an incredible lineup of collaborators: Rodney Anonymous (The Dead Milkmen), Matt Fanale (Caustic), and Mark Alan Miller (Out Out).

A Message from Steven Archer / Stoneburner

“The last year has been hard, and it’s not going to get any easier. We need to hold it together and remember who we are and why we do what we do.”

Reflecting on his collaborators, Steven shared:
“I’ve been listening to The Dead Milkmen since I was 16 and Out Out since I was 19. It’s awesome to see that in all that time, they still hold the values that made their music resonate with me.”

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Check out New Year Same Fuckin You on your favorite platform or via Stoneburner’s official site. Experience a collaboration rooted in the enduring power of music and shared values.

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“Brute Force”: Slighter Unleashes a Bold New Sound for 2025 – Out Now on Bandcamp, from Confusion Inc!

Confusion Inc. is thrilled to unveil “Brute Force”, the latest 2-track single from the innovative Slighter. This exclusive Bandcamp release is more than just a taste of new material—it’s a bold declaration of what’s ahead in 2025.

What to Expect:

  • Brute Force: A relentless, high-energy track that fuses intricate sound design with Slighter’s signature dark and immersive style.
  • Exclusive B-Side: A complementary track that deepens the sonic journey, offering fans a rich and layered listening experience.

Why You’ll Love It:
Slighter is known for pushing boundaries, and “Brute Force” is no exception. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to their music, this release showcases a unique blend of electronic, industrial, and cinematic soundscapes that demand to be heard.

Exclusively on Bandcamp:
Available now for streaming and download, this release gives fans an exclusive first look at the bold new direction Slighter is taking in the upcoming year.

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Dive into the future of sound with Slighter and “Brute Force”—a release that’s destined to make waves in 2025 and beyond!