Author: Seneca

Death Angel have announced a special 10th anniversary vinyl edition of their eighth studio album ‘The Evil Divide’, set for release on July 24 via Nuclear Blast. The upcoming 2-LP pressing will arrive on black splatter vinyl and feature etched artwork on Side D, with the release strictly limited to 1,300 copies worldwide. A key highlight of the anniversary edition is the inclusion of the band’s cover of The Mission track “Wasteland”, which will be available on vinyl and digital formats for the first time. The song was originally exclusive to a limited-edition digipak released during the album’s initial 2016…

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The Barbarians Of California have officially announced their sophomore album ‘MEGATONS’, set for release on August 21, alongside the debut of a new single and accompanying music video. The band has released “THE GNARLYCORE CLASS”, a new track directed by Justin Warren, offering the first full preview of the upcoming record. The announcement arrives as the group continues to build momentum following their debut release, further cementing their experimental approach to metallic hardcore. Guitarist Eric Stenman (of Tinfed) reflected on the creative process behind the album, noting that the band avoided the typical pressures associated with a sophomore release. He…

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Head Automatica have announced a newly remastered deluxe edition of their debut album ‘Decadence’, set for release on July 17 via Omnivore Recordings. Originally released in 2004, ‘Decadence’ marked a stylistic departure for vocalist Daryl Palumbo, who stepped away from the post-hardcore sound of Glassjaw to explore a more dance-oriented rock direction. The album was produced in collaboration with Dan The Automator and Howard Benson, known for his work with acts such as My Chemical Romance and In Flames. The upcoming reissue features a full remaster of the original album along with eight bonus tracks, expanding the record’s legacy with…

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No Cure have expanded their upcoming summer North American tour, adding seven additional dates to an already extensive run supporting their forthcoming debut album ‘It Is Going To Get Dark’. The new record is set for release on July 10 via SharpTone Records, following the recent release of their single “Convulsing In The Dark”, which helped preview the band’s next era. The updated routing includes a mix of major city stops and key regional markets, with newly added shows spanning Kansas City, Tucson, Lexington, Nashville, Panama City, and Albuquerque, along with a hometown performance in Birmingham, Alabama. Support across the…

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Good Teal and NOIR BENNY have unveiled a new collaborative track titled “BLEUS”, continuing their fusion of melodic hardcore and hip-hop ahead of their upcoming split release. The song is one of four tracks set to appear on the pair’s forthcoming collaborative effort, ‘Good Benny’, which is currently scheduled for release on June 5. Speaking about the origins of the song, Good Teal vocalist Reg Mason explained that the track came together during a snowed-in weekend spent creating music in Baltimore. He shared: “Benny, Curt, and I got snowed in during a weekend stay in Baltimore. We blasted Max B,…

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Wes Borland has officially unveiled a new signature Jackson King V guitar, developed in collaboration with Jackson Guitars. Known as one of the most visually distinctive and influential guitarists of the nü-metal era through his work with Limp Bizkit, Borland’s new signature model was designed around a heavily modified left-handed King V that he personally converted for right-handed use over the years. Despite its relatively stripped-down appearance compared to some of Borland’s more elaborate stage aesthetics, the guitar was specifically built to match his practical live-performance demands and touring durability standards. Discussing the collaboration, Borland explained: “It’s taking me a…

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Veteran thrash metal outfit Flotsam and Jetsam have officially released their new single “Rats In The Temple”, along with an accompanying music video directed by Lance Gergar. The track serves as the title song from the band’s upcoming sixteenth studio album, ‘Rats In The Temple’, which is scheduled for release on August 28 through Napalm Records. Speaking about the newly released single, vocalist Eric Knutson shared his excitement surrounding the song and the technical demands involved in creating it. He stated: “We’re super excited to release the first single from the album, which is very fittingly the title track, ‘Rats…

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Australian technical death metal outfit Psycroptic have officially announced their ninth studio album, ‘The Pulse Of Annihilation’, set for release on July 17th through Metal Blade Records. The upcoming effort marks the band’s first release with the label following their lengthy tenure with Prosthetic Records. To coincide with the announcement, the Tasmanian band have debuted the record’s first single, “Gathering A Venomous Herd,” alongside an accompanying music video directed by Robert Brens. Guitarist Joseph Haley once again handled production duties for the album at his own Crawlspace Productions studio. Speaking on the direction of the record, Haley shared: “‘The Pulse…

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Manchester crossover outfit Guilt Trip have teamed up with Adidas for a limited-edition collaboration centered around the iconic Superstar II sneaker. The special release will arrive on June 06th, one day after the band release their new album **Armour Of Angels via Roadrunner Records. Speaking with Hypebeast about the collaboration, drummer Tom Aimson reflected on the significance of the brand within UK culture and the band’s upbringing. “Adidas is ingrained in our culture. Being from the north of England, you see the brand in music, football and beyond because it’s what people relate to the most around here. We’re honored…

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TheBoyShadow, the alternative metal project led by former Loathe guitarist Connor Sweeney, have released a new music video for their latest single “Innocent Instinct.” The track marks the third overall release from the project so far. Sweeney, who previously helped shape Loathe’s acclaimed sound, has been developing TheBoyShadow for several years. According to previous comments surrounding the project, the earliest foundations for the endeavor were planted roughly four years ago. The project is currently signed to Roadrunner Records, though there has not yet been any official word regarding a debut EP or full-length album release. With “Innocent Instinct”, TheBoyShadow continue…

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