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The Australian group Ana has released their debut record, Motivated by Death.

Castle Rat is embarking on their largest North American headlining tour. Unto Others and Wraith Knight will provide support.

Tarja has released a new single titled "The Trace Outlives."

Flotsam and Jetsam released a video for their new title track, while Tarja Turunen debuted a clip for her latest single. Both artists are preparing new music.

DragonForce will perform 'Inhuman Rampage' in full alongside Alissa White-Gluz. Ensiferum and Rhapsody of Fire will support the tour.

DragonForce is launching a major tour across North America. Ensiferum and Rhapsody of Fire will provide support.

DragonForce is embarking on a North American tour, and Periphery has announced a new tour across the United States.

Atavistia has released their symphonic melodic death metal album Old Gods Awaken. DragonForce also announced a North American tour featuring Alissa White-Gluz.

Musician John Goblikon launched a new column to explore the concept of industry plants. He addresses why sudden musical success often triggers accusations of hidden label support.

Old Moon is set to release their debut full-length record, Home to Nowhere. The project features a blend of melodic and atmospheric black metal.

Roy Khan is preparing his first solo album. Sascha Paeth will produce the music.

The singer is releasing her upcoming studio album Frisson Noir along with a special collector's bundle through Prog magazine. The new work features heavy symphonic and progressive metal sounds.

Swedish melodic death metal group Abandon Agony has released their debut full-length album, Endbringer. The independent release showcases a mix of aggressive and melodic sounds.

The Hu is releasing their third studio album. Their new single features a guest appearance by a member of Nothing More.

ILLUMISHADE has launched their latest track, 'Paralyzed.' The release includes members of Eluveitie.

Einherjer released a music video for "Dei Så Ser" and Raunchy premiered a lyric video for "Frameworker."

Einherjer has premiered a music video for their single "Dei Så Ser". The Norwegian band released the clip to showcase the new track.

The German pagan black metal group released a music video for their latest single. The clip features the track "Stille Nacht".

A roundup of fresh metal tracks showcases diverse styles from various rising artists. The list highlights recent singles from several contemporary bands.

Poppy discusses her musical transition to metal and her recent variety show.

Blas Elias will temporarily substitute for drummer Jeff Plate during Savatage's upcoming tour.

Finntroll vocalist Mathias Lillmåns released his new single, "In Glorious Black and White." The song is part of his solo project L I L L M Å N S.

A critic highlights the most anticipated performances for the upcoming Mystic Festival. The list features several standout death metal and folk metal acts.

The HU debuted a new single featuring Jonny Hawkins, and Jinjer released a live video. Left To Die signed a new deal, while Extinction A.D. put out a new song.

Jonny Hawkins performs on the track Lost Soul for The HU.

Brendon Small demonstrates his musical equipment in a new Premier Guitar feature.

Amberian Dawn released a new music video and single titled "Unchained".

Vanaheim yeni teklileri için bir lirik video paylaştı.

Gurriers released a new single and announced their upcoming album. The band also revealed plans for a tour across the UK and Europe.

Lion's Share debuted a new music video. Additionally, THE HU announced an upcoming album and a collaboration with Nothing More.

Katatonia adopted progressive styles in The Fall of Hearts. The band moved away from extreme metal.

Mongolian metal band The Hu announced their new album Hun. They also released a single featuring the vocalist from Nothing More.

The folk metal collective is releasing a new full-length album.

Metal artists join a reimagined Transformers soundtrack, while Nonpoint releases a single preceding their new album.

Powerwolf will perform in Japan for the first time. The band is headlining the Full Metal Japan festival.

Finsterforst has announced their sixth studio album titled Still.

John Goblikon expresses support for AI in music within his new column. He counters claims that artificial intelligence lacks the necessary soul for the industry.

Amorphis reunited with producer Jens Bogren for the recording of Queen Of Time. The band describes the challenging studio experience as a creative success.

Various metal artists performed classic hits during a charity event in Stockholm. The show celebrated the late vocalist's legacy.

Dethklok's Milwaukee concert ended early due to smoke-triggered fire alarms. Meanwhile, Deep Purple's Simon McBride shared insights on playing the band's songs.

Ereb Altor, Meksika'da üç konserlik bir turne gerçekleştirecek.

Mille Petrozza from Kreator named his favorite heavy metal tracks. Blind Guardian is also working on new songwriting.

Nekrogoblikon and The Pretty Wild opened the first day of the festival with energetic performances.

Tyrannus is preparing to release their second album, while Zaraza has premiered a new music video.

GUNDRIVER is preparing a new album release while FLAT EARTH has debuted a new single.

Several rock and metal artists have announced new concert tours. Notable performers include AFI, GWAR, and Morrissey.

Fimbul Winter has released their debut, 'Crowned In Ash.'

Fimbul Winter released "Crowned In Ash" and The Conflux Collective debuted "Reincarnation." Both acts are showcasing new melodic and technical death metal styles.

The German pagan black metal group Asenblut is preparing to release a new studio album.

Noituma "Kynnen Ja Kulmahampaan Laki" adlı yeni single çalışmasını yayınladı. Parça yaklaşan albümlerinin bir parçasıdır.

Tabernis shared details regarding their unique "Hive" concept.

Amorphis revealed their upcoming tour featuring Insomnium and Unto Others. The group will perform across Europe to support their latest record.

Amon Amarth frontman Johan Hegg discusses the band's origins and upcoming tour.

Loudwire released a weekly calendar for upcoming rock and metal album launches in 2026. The guide tracks various new records arriving throughout the year.

Ghost won the Best Hard Rock/Metal award for their album Skeletá. The group beat several nominees to take the prize.

Rhapsody Of Fire is organizing a tour across Europe. Serious Black and Aeon Gods will join the tour as support.

Finnish metal band Ensiferum is planning a tour across the United States and Canada. They will be joined by Firewind for the upcoming shows.

Amberian Dawn released the second single from their upcoming album. The song features the band's new vocalist.