Emerging metal outfit Blue Medusa, fronted by former Arch Enemy vocalist Alissa White-Gluz, have released their second single, “Flying Monkey,” alongside an accompanying music video. The track appears to draw inspiration from the 1939 classic film The Wizard of Oz, with both the title and artwork referencing the movie’s iconic flying monkey characters. White-Gluz officially unveiled the formation of Blue Medusa earlier this year after recruiting guitarists Alyssa Day (Mindscar, In Absentia) and Dani Sophia as part of the project’s core lineup. Since then, bassist Alicia Vigil and drummer Delaney Jaster have joined the band’s touring lineup. Alissa, who also…
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Platinum-certified metalcore outfit Beartooth have officially announced their sixth studio album ‘Pure Ecstasy’, which is scheduled for release on August 28 through the band’s new label home, Fearless Records. The announcement arrives alongside the premiere of a new music video for the album’s title track, offering another preview of the record following the recent release of “Free” — a single that sparked heavy discussion online due largely to vocalist Caleb Shomo unveiling a dramatic new visual transformation in its accompanying video. “Pure Ecstasy” was co-written by Misha Mansoor of Periphery and former Bring Me The Horizon member Jordan Fish, with…
Alternative metal veterans Primus have officially released their new four-song EP ‘A Handful Of Nuggs’, offering fans another look at the band’s next creative era while continuing a busy stretch for bassist and vocalist Les Claypool. The EP includes the newly released track “The Ol’ Grizz,” which will appear on Primus’ upcoming tenth studio album. The band have spent recent months working on that record and currently plan to release it sometime in 2027. The title of the EP also appears to reference one of Claypool’s hobbies outside of music — gold prospecting. Speaking recently with Bass Magazine, Claypool discussed…
Chicago groove metal outfit Repentance have released the title track from their upcoming third studio album ‘Retaliate’, which is scheduled to arrive on July 17 through Noble Demon. The newly released single offers another preview of the band’s next full-length effort and showcases the aggressive direction of the record. Speaking about the song, vocalist Adam Gilley described “Retaliate” as an all-out assault built around intensity and hooks. “‘Retaliate’ is a straight punch to the teeth. Coming out swinging. This song has that take-no-prisoners intensity and hooks. So tune in and turn that shit up!!!!” The upcoming album was once again…
Thrash metal legends Anthrax have officially returned with their new single “It’s For The Kids,” marking the band’s first new music since the release of ‘For All Kings’ in 2016. The track arrives alongside a new music video directed by Don Argott, with the visual intentionally paying tribute to the band’s classic “Madhouse” video from the 1980s. According to the band’s camp, the video was filmed during harsh winter conditions at the infamous Pennhurst Asylum and recreates several elements from the original “Madhouse” shoot. “Filmed on a cold rainy December day at the notorious Pennhurst Asylum the video is a…
Multi-platinum hard rock outfit Five Finger Death Punch have officially released their new single “Eye Of The Storm,” marking the first taste of the band’s forthcoming tenth studio album. The track was co-produced by the band alongside Drew Fulk, whose previous credits include work with Disturbed, Knocked Loose, and several other major rock and metal acts. According to a new press release, work on the album is still ongoing in Los Angeles, California. Speaking about the project, guitarist Zoltan Bathory revealed the band spent nearly three years developing the material, ultimately narrowing down a much larger batch of songs. “The…
Progressive metal innovators Periphery have officially released their eighth studio album ‘A Pale White Dot’, arriving alongside a brand new music video for the track “Heaven On High.” The video, directed by Caleb Young, premiered alongside the album release and continues the band’s ongoing collaboration with their independent label 3 DOT Recordings, which has handled several of their recent releases. Known for helping define the modern djent movement, Periphery’s latest album marks another major release in the band’s long-running evolution through progressive metal, technical riffing, and experimental songwriting. With ‘A Pale White Dot’ now available, the band is preparing to…
Swedish death metal project Fimbul Winter, featuring several former members of Amon Amarth, have released a new single titled “Crowned In Ash.” The band brings together vocalist Clint Williams of Nemesium alongside former Amon Amarth members Anders Biazzi, Fredrik Andersson, and Niko Kaukinen, continuing a lineup rooted in Sweden’s melodic death metal scene. The new track follows their debut EP ‘What Once Was’, which was released earlier this past November, and continues the band’s exploration of heavy, atmospheric death metal themes. Speaking about the single, the band described “Crowned In Ash” as a reflection on suffering, endurance, and the cost…
Colombian crossover act Poison The Preacher have released a new music video for their latest single “Chicken Out,” while also confirming details of their upcoming EP ‘Things I Want’, set for release on July 17 via Seek And Strike. The track serves as the lead single from the project, which was mixed and mastered by Charles Toshio (Sunami, SPY). The release marks the next step in the band’s evolving blend of hardcore, metal, and crossover influences. Speaking about the new material, vocalist and guitarist Juan Pablo Carrera described the EP as a natural progression following their debut album Vs The…
Wristmeetrazor have launched a fundraiser merchandise campaign to support drummer Bryan Prosser following unexpected medical expenses related to recent hernia surgery. Prosser, who has also performed with acts including Inclination and SeeYouSpaceCowboy, has reportedly been left with significant medical debt after complications and associated costs from the procedure. To help offset those expenses, Wristmeetrazor have released an online-exclusive “Mechanical Healer” t-shirt, with all proceeds going directly toward Prosser’s hospital bills and recovery costs. The band issued a statement explaining the initiative: “Our drummer, Bryan, has had some unexpected medical bills pop up as the result of hernia surgery. He is…
