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0 Gore House Productions – Streaming Now! Slamming Death Metal INSECT INSIDE’s New Album “Reborn in Blight”

March 5, 2026
by Asher
· Insect Inside (Gore House Productions) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 5, 2026

Streaming Now! Slamming Death Metal INSECT INSIDE’s New Album “Reborn in Blight”

Rising brutal death metal force Insect Inside has released their long‑awaited new album, Reborn in Blight, on March 6th, 2026, on Gore Productions. The record marks the band’s most ambitious and punishing chapter to date, merging groove‑driven slam with suffocating dark atmospheres and apocalyptic storytelling.

Formed from the depths of the Eastern European underground, Insect Inside began as a group of friends jamming covers before evolving into a fully realized assault of tight, aggressive, insectoid‑themed brutality. Their second full‑length album pushes that identity further than ever.

On “Reborn in Blight,” Insect Inside shifts from their earlier polished production into a rawer, more visceral sonic attack, drawing heavily from influences such as Disentomb, Relics of Humanity, Cryptopsy, Defeated Sanity, and Vulvectomy. The result is a grotesque fusion of groove‑driven slam, dark brutal death metal, and bleak atmospheric tension that shapes the album’s entire arc.

The record unfolds in escalating waves of darkness, groove, and brutality. It begins with its bleakest descent in Echoes of the Swallowed Sinners before plunging into the slam‑laden Abhorrent Landscape, bolstered by a guest appearance from Cephalotripsy’s Mr. Ochoa. Fragments erupts with chaotic, atmospheric intensity, while Putrid Lament delivers unfiltered slam. Hiveborn Abomination, featuring Defeated Sanity’s Josh Welshman, emerges as one of the album’s defining moments. The suffocating grooves of Flesh Cathedral slow the pace, Obscuration Worship sets the album’s overarching tone of overwhelming darkness, and Carnal Ruins channels classic NYDM aggression. A refined version of Parasite Messiah follows, leading into the title track, Reborn in Blight, which closes the album with a blend of speed, groove, and the band’s first-ever guitar solo, an encapsulation of everything they love about death metal.

Lyrically, the album deepens the band’s apocalyptic world‑building, weaving short, violent narratives about humanity’s collapse and the rise of an insectoid race. The lyrical tone shifts with the music: the darker, more atmospheric tracks become increasingly poetic, while the faster, more chaotic songs lean fully into devastation.

Despite living in different cities, Insect Inside writes collaboratively. Members compose riffs and ideas independently before refining them together, with Daniel leading the songwriting and Ivan and Daniel crafting most of the lyrics. The lineup includes: Bogdan (bass) (Cold Blooded Murder, Traumatomy), Pavel (guitar) (Ocean In My Bath), Daniel (vocals) (Nauseating, Morphogenetic Malformation), and Ivan (drums) (Nauseating).

With “Reborn in Blight,” they cement their place as one of the most exciting brutal death metal acts emerging from Eastern Europe. The band already hints at more music in the coming years, ensuring that their insectoid domination has only just begun.

Listen to the album in full via its album stream premiere on Decibel Magazine HERE.

Recommended for fans of Internal Bleeding, Stabbing, Devourment, and Disfigurement of Flesh, “Reborn in Blight” will be available March 6, 2026, via Gore House Productions.

Pre‑orders are now live on Digital, Vinyl, CD, and Cassette: https://orcd.co/reborn-in-blight

Track Listing:
1. Echoes Of The Swallowed Sinners – 3:31
2. Abhorrent Landscape (feat. Cephalotripsy) – 2:54
3. Fragments – 2:18
4. Putrid Lament – 3:35
5. Hiveborn Abomination (feat. Defeated Sanity) – 2:51
6. Flesh Cathedral – 3:00
7. Obscuration Worship – 1:20
8. Carnal Ruins – 2:45
9. Parasite Messiah (feat. Pestilectomy) – 3:29
10. Reborn In Blight – 5:22

Album and Live Band Line Up:
Daniel Sementsov – Drums
Bogdan Pisavnin – Bass
Pavel Pleshkov – Guitar
Ivan Tyulkin – Vocals

More info:

https://gorehouseproductions.com/

https://www.facebook.com/insectinsideslam

https://www.instagram.com/insect_inside

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“bangers like ‘Parasite Messiah’, ‘Abhorrent Landscape’ or ‘Putrid Lament’ are packed with sick riffs and sledgehammer breaks, and the head will uncontrollably crash against the wall until it turns to bloody pulp. A must-have for fans of slam and brutal death metal with barbs and a few sharp edges removed!” – Musika

“The new track, “Fragments,” arrives as the band’s most concise and chaotic offering yet, an explosive preview of the raw, atmospheric brutality that defines the album.” – Acta Infernalis

” Insect Inside release REBORN IN BLIGHT on 26 March. This is ‘Carnal Ruins,’ a dark, bleak and discordant piece of slam where the guitars grind low and menacing, the drums bring relentless, driving beats and the vocals have crawled from the festering bowls of some kind of hellspawn. Nice!” – Loud Enough Magazine

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0 Rockshots Records – ANTHEA Releases New Single “Awakening (Song for Spring)” From New Album “Beyond The Dawn” Out April 2026

March 4, 2026
by Asher
· Anthea (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 4, 2026

ANTHEA Releases New Single “Awakening (Song for Spring)” From New Album “Beyond The Dawn” Out April 2026

Los Angeles symphonic metal band Anthea unveil “Awakening (Song for Spring)”, the second single from their upcoming third studio album, “Beyond the Dawn“. In contrast to the shadowed theatrical tension of “Phantom in the Masquerade“, this new release opens a different chapter, measured, luminous, and deliberately forward-facing.

Rather than relying on spectacle, “Awakening (Song for Spring)” builds its impact through control and clarity. The arrangement unfolds gradually, allowing melody and atmosphere to take precedence over sheer force. Guitar lines remain precise and defined, the rhythmic foundation steady and purposeful, while layered orchestral textures expand the harmonic frame without excess. The result is a composition that breathes, structured, intentional, and dynamically balanced.

Lyrically, the song draws from the symbolism of seasonal change. Spring becomes more than scenery; it serves as a metaphor for recalibration and the regaining of momentum. The imagery of thawing ground, open skies, and returning life mirrors an internal shift, leaving stagnation behind and stepping into renewed direction. It is not naïve optimism but earned progression.

A key element of this phase in Anthea’s evolution is the integration of The Sirens, backing vocalists Mel Del Real and Astrid Anaya, whose harmonies add a choral dimension that enriches the band’s sonic identity. Their presence is not ornamental; it reinforces the emotional contour of the material and strengthens the interplay between restraint and uplift that defines the track.

Alongside the single, Anthea unveils the official lyric video for “Awakening (Song for Spring)”. Conceived as a visual extension of the song’s thematic arc, the video places the lyrics at the forefront, allowing imagery and text to unfold in step with the music’s gradual rise. Rather than relying on distraction or excess, the presentation reinforces the composition’s sense of renewal and progression, translating its symbolic language into a focused and coherent visual narrative.

Taken within the broader scope of “Beyond the Dawn“, the single reveals one of the album’s central tensions: movement emerging from uncertainty. While the record does not follow a rigid narrative concept, it consistently navigates themes of resilience, reflection, and forward motion. If “Phantom in the Masquerade” examined isolation through theatrical darkness, “Awakening (Song for Spring)” answers with compositional openness and measured affirmation.

With their third full-length, Anthea demonstrates increasing confidence in arrangement, pacing, and tonal contrast. The writing is tighter, the dynamics more deliberate, and the identity more clearly defined than ever. Rather than amplifying every element, the band chooses precision – allowing space, harmony, and structure to carry weight where excess would dilute it.

“Awakening (Song for Spring)” is now available on all major digital platforms.

For fans of: Dynazty, Kamelot, Powerwolf

DIGITAL: https://lnk.to/zdxr77

OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3rGiF4EMBI

New album “Beyond The Dawn” out April 17th, 2026 as CD / VINYL / DIGITAL

PRE ORDER “Beyond The Dawn“: https://rockshots.eu/products/anthea-beyond-the-dawn

First Single – “Phantom In The Masquerade”

DIGITAL SINGLE: https://lnk.to/sIZl8W

Music Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMxhW6gWY3g

Track Listing:
1. Beyond The Dawn – 4:13
2. Phantom in the Masquerade – 3:32
3. The Lost Soul – 3:44
4. Awakening (Song for Spring) – 4:16
5. Bygone Age (Chicxulub) – 4:03
6. From Shadows to Light – 4:40
7. Crystal Moon – 4:11
8. Wanderer’s Quell – 3:53
9. Whispers of the Heart – 4:46
10. Duality of Gaia – 4:12
11. Burnin’ in the Third Degree (Tahnee Caine and Tryanglz cover) – 3:38
Album Length: 45:08

Anthea Line-Up:
Diego Valadez: Lead Vocals, Keyboards
Juan Pina: Rhythm Guitars, Harsh Vocals
Marcos Mejia: Lead Guitars
Gabby Hawk: Bass
Peter Vasquez: Drums

The Sirens (Backing Vocals)
Mel Del Real: Backing Vocals
Astrid Anaya: Backing Vocals

More info:
https://rockshots.eu
https://www.facebook.com/antheametal
https://www.instagram.com/antheametal

BIOGRAPHY:
Anthea is a symphonic metal band from Los Angeles, California, known for their distinctive theatrical approach and dynamic blend of symphonic, melodic, and progressive metal elements. Founded in 2015 by vocalist and keyboardist Diego Valadez, Anthea emerged from a desire to explore a more expressive and cinematic musical language combining powerful metal foundations with strong melodic sensibilities and dramatic atmospheres.

What began as a side project quickly evolved into a full-fledged band when Valadez joined forces with longtime collaborators from the local metal scene. Drawing from diverse influences ranging from symphonic metal and melodic death metal to musical theater and film scores, Anthea developed a sound that balances intensity and emotion, heaviness and accessibility, always placing storytelling at the core of their identity.

The band made their live debut at the iconic Whisky a Go Go in Hollywood and steadily gained recognition for their live performances and strong visual aesthetic. Their debut album “Illusion” (2020) received widespread critical acclaim, followed by “Tales Untold” (2022), which further solidified their reputation within the international symphonic metal scene through glowing reviews and extensive media coverage.

In recent years, Anthea has continued to refine and expand their artistic vision. The introduction of backing vocalists known as The Sirens added rich harmonic layers and reinforced the band’s theatrical dimension, both in the studio and on stage. This evolution culminates in their upcoming third studio album, “Beyond The Dawn”, their most ambitious release to date, showcasing a broader dynamic range, heavier arrangements, and a more pronounced dramatic identity.

With “Beyond The Dawn”, Anthea presents a mature and confident chapter in their journey, offering a cohesive yet varied listening experience shaped by themes of growth, transition, uncertainty, and renewal. Blending compelling melodies, powerful orchestration, and expressive songwriting, the band continues to establish itself as a distinctive voice within modern symphonic metal.

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“An epic adventure that everyone needs to go on. 10/10” – Mark Lacey – Power Play Magazine

“The new album ‘Tales Untold’ – released in 2022 – has an even bigger sound than its predecessor, projecting a huge cinematic aura onto its listeners.” – Iron Mathew – Metal Gods TV

“ANTHEA “Tales Untold” Surpasses All Expectations For A Progressive Power Metal Album” – Doug Groff – Rock You Show

“Tales worth telling!” – Bryce Van Patten – Metal Express Radio

“I find ANTHEA’s interpretation to be both fresh and personal.” – Dave “That Metal Guy” Campbell – Metal Temple

“Blends speed, pomp, a catchy chorus and proggy keys into a unified and engaging whole that is fun to sing along with while playing air instruments” – MetalMike – Metal Crypt

“The song writing on this album is commendable and of the highest calibre. If you are looking out for a melodic sound with plenty of surprises and a true rollercoaster experience, you’ve hit the jackpot with this one. Go for it!” (9.5/10) – Ankit Sood – The Metal Resource

“The music and the vocals work together in perfect harmony, whether its through gentler moments or full unashamed bombastic power. Lyrically, Anthea offer a truly poetic experience, elevating a listener’s wonder and imagination to optimum level.” (5 STARS) – Amy Lawrence – MMH Radio

“A long-term, melodic debut album, with excellent musical combinations, there are different tempos that can be heard as Thrash metal briefly, they have a strong combination that goes from Symphonic Metal to Power Metal and vice versa, at the beginning they start very Power Metal and end very Symphonic Metal, that gives variety to the album!” (90/100) – Darkzen Dragon

“Overall, a fast paced and very infectious album of heavy hitting symphonic power metal with stunning twists and turns.” (9.5/10) – Iron Mathew Collins – Metal Gods TV

“I believe that Anthea have managed to convince us of the value of their musical ideas with a strong debut and of course with the composite result they present to us in ‘Illusion’.” – Angelos Hontzias – Rockway.gr

“A sort of dramatic theatrical experience that of this “Illusion”, which ranks among the best releases of the gothic-epic panorama of 2020.” (8/10) – Vittorio “Vice” Giorcelli – Tutto Rock Magazine

“Congratulations ANTHEA on achieving one of the better albums for 2020!” (9/10) – Kevin Lewis – Metal-Temple

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0 Rockshots Records – Cosmic Prog Metal VANDERLUST Unchain The “Golden Shackles” From New Sci-Fi Metal Opera “The Human Farm” April 2026

March 4, 2026
by Asher
· Music News · Vanderlust (Rockshots Records)

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Montreal, QC – March 4, 2026

Cosmic Prog Metal VANDERLUST Unchain The “Golden Shackles” From New Sci-Fi Metal Opera “The Human Farm” April 2026

Vanderlust unveil “Golden Shackles”, the new single extracted from their forthcoming concept album “The Human Farm“, a sci-fi driven metal release centered on a stark moral dilemma: is a life of comfort worth the surrender of freedom?

Vanderlust continues to consolidate its artistic identity by integrating melodic power metal foundations with progressive architecture, articulated riff construction, and carefully layered atmospheric elements. At the core of the compositional process stands guitarist Francesco Romeggini, whose vision shapes the structural coherence and narrative depth of the band’s sound.

Following the symphonic prologue “Humanity 2.0 – The Human Farm,” which establishes the dystopian framework of the album, “Golden Shackles” marks the first decisive fracture in the storyline. Centuries after humanity has embraced life inside the so-called Human Farm, the protagonist Abe begins to question the apparent perfection of a system that guarantees safety while concealing its true cost. What once appeared as salvation gradually reveals itself as confinement disguised as privilege.

From a musical standpoint, the track launches with controlled velocity and tightly engineered riffing, driven by angular figures and precise rhythmic interplay that generate forward momentum without sacrificing clarity. The guitar work alternates between incisive, high-impact passages and harmonically layered sections that reinforce the sci-fi atmosphere. Vocally, the melodic lines unfold with elevated phrasing and a dramatic, power-oriented cadence, intensifying both tension and thematic weight. The chorus provides a clear focal point – immediate yet fully integrated into the arrangement – balancing memorability and compositional complexity.

Within the broader context of “The Human Farm“, “Golden Shackles” functions as a structural hinge rather than a standalone statement. The album unfolds as a continuous narrative set in 2500 A.D., where an ancient alien species known as the Coelacanth offers humanity protection and prosperity at a fixed price: at the age of forty, every individual must be eliminated. Each track advances the plot with deliberate continuity, reinforcing the emotional arc of its characters while maintaining musical cohesion.

Compared to the band’s debut, this release represents a tangible evolution. Progressive elements are more deeply embedded in structural development and riff articulation; electronic textures and orchestral accents strengthen the futuristic framework; the songwriting displays greater focus and conceptual discipline. “Golden Shackles” crystallizes this maturation, balancing immediacy with narrative density and technical precision.

With this single, Vanderlust reaffirms their commitment to translating science fiction into a metal language that is energetic yet controlled, intricate yet accessible, an approach where storytelling, compositional rigor, and thematic consistency are not aesthetic choices but structural pillars of the band’s identity.

LYRIC VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_X0udWN7m7Y

DIGITAL: https://lnk.to/31uVQl

PRE-ORDER THE ALBUM: https://rockshots.eu/products/vanderlust-the-human-farm

First Single – Humanity 2.0 – The Human Farm

Digital: https://lnk.to/iEpgIm

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUPFUoBm1Tc

Track Listing:
1. Humanity 2.0 – The Human Farm
2. Golden Shackles
3. The Turning Point
4. Connection Failed
5. Viral Escape
6. … Find Them!
7. Battlefield
8. From The Cave – Fuga
9. Drive
10. Reborn … Again
11. Humanity 3.0: The New Canaan

Line-up:
Ricca “ZP” Morello: Vocals
Francesco “Franz” Romeggini: Guitars, Backing Vocals
David Cantina: Bass
Giacomo Mezzetti: Drums, Backing Vocals

More info:
https://rockshots.eu/

https://www.facebook.com/vanderlustofficial/

BIOGRAPHY:

Vanderlust was born from a precise artistic vision: to tell science fiction stories through the language of melodic/progressive metal. What began as an ambitious concept soon evolved into a fully developed identity, where traditional heavy and power metal foundations merge with progressive structures, intricate riffing, and atmospheric textures shaped by a futuristic imagination.

At the creative core stands guitarist Francesco Romeggini, whose compositional direction defines the band’s sonic architecture. His ideas, later refined collectively by the band, result in a dynamic balance between technical detail and emotional depth. The members bring experience from previous acts such as S91, Dreal, and Speed Kills, combining classic metal roots with a forward-looking approach.

Vanderlust’s sound can be described as energetic, refined, and intricate, yet always driven by narrative purpose. Melodic power metal emerges strongly in the vocal phrasing, while progressive elements influence structures and rhythmic patterns rather than sheer song length. Sci-fi atmospheres surface not only through thematic choices but also through electronic layers and occasional orchestral arrangements, reinforcing the cinematic scale of their storytelling without losing the grit of traditional metal.

With “The Human Farm“, the band reaches a clear stage of maturation. Expanding beyond the more traditional framework of their debut, Vanderlust intensifies their progressive edge and strengthens the conceptual dimension of their work. The album unfolds as a cohesive narrative journey, exploring themes of freedom, control, and existential choice delivered through high-energy tracks, dynamic contrasts, and emotionally charged moments.

On stage, the band translates complexity into impact. Rather than focusing solely on instrumental execution, Vanderlust aims for a powerful, engaging live presence, ensuring that the emotional force of their music connects directly with the audience.

Vanderlust stands at the intersection of classic melodic metal and progressive sci-fi – a band committed to building worlds, not just songs.

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0 VEGAS UN ALIVE FEST Announces 2026 Lineup w/ DECREPIT BIRTH, THE CONVALESCENCE, CASKET ROBBERY, PESSIMIST, CLAUSTROFOBIA, and more!

March 2, 2026
by Asher
· Music News · Vegas Un Alive Festival

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Montreal, QC – March 2, 2026

Festival Assets – Photos, Posters, Set Times HERE (for media use only)

VEGAS UN ALIVE FEST Announces 2026 Lineup

w/ DECREPIT BIRTH, THE CONVALESCENCE, CASKET ROBBERY, PESSIMIST, CLAUSTROFOBIA, and more!

VEGAS UN ALIVE FESTIVAL announces its 2026 inaugural lineup featuring DECREPIT BIRTH, THE CONVALESCENCE, CASKET ROBBERY, PESSIMIST, CLAUSTROFOBIA, and many more.

Rising from the ashes of Las Vegas Deathfest, VEGAS UN ALIVE FESTIVAL is bringing extreme metal back to the city with full force. Answering the call of local metalheads hungry for brutality, JJ Jackson (Moonshine Bandits) and Dave Oshann (Trip to the Morgue) have united to launch the most debaucherous mosh pit to hit Vegas.

Hosted on Friday, March 20th, and Saturday, March 21st, at the Divebar (4110 S. Maryland Pkwy), extreme metal fans can expect a full‑scale festival grounds featuring two stages, 25 bands from across the globe, custom cars and bikes, tattoo artists, freakshow acts, firebreathers, and plenty of food and drink. Anticipation is sky‑high, and a metal-hungry crowd is expected as this new chapter begins with two stages and 25 bands of punishing and relentless death metal.

Festival Weekend Passes available at https://www.ticketor.com/unalivefest/tickets

Single Day Ticket – https://www.ticketor.com/unalivefest/tickets

Facebook Event – https://www.facebook.com/events/s/vegas-un-alive-fest-2026/605964475895162/

Festival Promo Video – https://www.youtube.com/shorts/hr6kAgY50OY

Festival Spotify Playlist – https://open.spotify.com/playlist/28iDiMbYVJ7rLPOWqWreI5

Headlining the festival on Saturday, March 21st, on the Death or Glory Stage, DECREPIT BIRTH continues to push forward as one of technical death metal’s most enduring forces. With their signature blend of hyper‑technical riffing and cosmic brutality, the Santa Cruz veterans continue to uphold their reputation as one of the genre’s most formidable live acts. The band is performing at Vegas Un Alive Festival as their Las Vegas tour stop during their 2026 “The Uncreation of Civilization West Coast Tour”.

Lyric Video – Hieroglyphic – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_B1BNm94e4

Co-headlining the Death or Glory Stage, symphonic deathcore juggernauts THE CONVALESCENCE are stopping at the festival as part of their “Celebrating 10 Years of Poison Word Tour”. The band unleashed their newest music video, “Bloodletter,” a dark, cinematic release featuring a guest appearance by Ricky Myers of Suffocation.

Music Video – Bloodletter – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ln6ffjgVkzA

Headlining the Divebar Stage on Saturday, March 21st, CASKET ROBBERY is a death metal act with a horror and industrialized edge from Wisconsin, USA. Their trademark huge riffs and unsettling melodies create an unrelenting, brutally catchy, and eerie sound that has surfaced a die-hard following. The band delves into occultist themes and the horrors of the human condition, which has been masterfully captured on their sophomore album‘Rituals Of Death’. The album was mixed and mastered by Cryptopsy guitarist Christian Donaldson (The Agonist, Ingested, Signs Of The Swarm) and received critical media acclaim. With supports alongside acts such as Cannibal Corpse, Suffocation, Psycroptic, performances across North America, and many festival appearances, including Milwaukee Metal Fest, the path of Casket Robbery is unstoppable.

Music Video – The Lacryphagist – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYTRzqbyBCc

Co‑headlining the Divebar Stage, extreme‑metal veterans PESSIMIST, born from Baltimore’s early ’90s death‑metal underground, have long carved out their own territory with a vicious blend of technical precision, old‑school thrash influence, and a relentlessly dark, sinister atmosphere. The band is now gearing up for the release of “Keys to the Underworld,” their first full‑length album in over two decades, with early previews hinting that it may be their most uncompromising and extreme material yet.

Album Stream – Slaughtering the Faithful – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoSP0qXr5cw

Headlining opening night, Friday, March 20th at Divebar, CLAUSTROFOBIA, originillay formed in Brazil in 1994 by brothers Marcus and Caio D’Angelo, and now headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, the band boasts of a career spanning nearly three decades, a discography comprising seven full-length albums and a DVD release, a multitude of international tours, high-profile live performances sharing stages with the likes of Iron Maiden, Slayer and Anthrax and countless fans all over the world.

Aqui Não ft. João Gordo – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNdmZveCPfM

Friday, March 20th
Doors – 6:30 pm

Claustrofobia
Rottenness
Scattered Guts
Lacabra
Anubis
Papsmear
Last Rites

Saturday, March 21st
Doors – 2:30 pm

Death or Glory Stage
Decrepit Birth
The Convalescence
Hunt the Dinosaur
Lazarus Casket
Trip to the Morgue
Embryonic Devourment
Skeleton Crew
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Divebar Stage
Casket Robbery
Pessimist
Gravehuffer
Abolishment of Flesh
Cerebral Desecration
Mantra of Morta
Blistering Rot
The Brown Sound

More info:

https://www.facebook.com/UnAlivefest702

https://www.instagram.com/unalive_fest_lv

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0 Rockshots Records – Australia’s GREYSTONE CANYON Animated Video For Neil Young Cover “Hey Hey, My My (Into The Black)” From New Album “Something Borrowed…Something New”

February 27, 2026
by Asher
· Greystone Canyon (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – February 27, 2026

Australia’s GREYSTONE CANYON Animated Video For Neil Young Cover “Hey Hey, My My (Into The Black)”

New Album “Something Borrowed…Something New” Out Now!

Australian rockers Greystone Canyon return with a powerful take on “Hey Hey, My My (Into the Black)”, the iconic track by Neil Young, reimagined with the band’s raw and unfiltered rock ’n’ roll attitude.

Taken from their new album “Something Borrowed…Something New”, this version captures everything Greystone Canyon stands for: real amps, real performance, no tricks. Recorded live in one room without click tracks or edits, the song delivers a warm, punchy, and authentic sound that brings back the true spirit of rock music. With respect to the original and the grit of their own identity, the band transforms this timeless classic into a heavy, driving anthem, loud, honest, and unapologetic.

“Neil Young and this song need no introduction, and we are hopeful that Neil Young fans, even Neil himself, perhaps will approve of this rendition. This song has been transformed from a folk acoustic guitar strum along to a very dark arpeggiated piece that is rounded out by a spooky bass guitar solo and a beautiful acoustic guitar solo. This might be the furthest we have taken a cover from its original, but the lyrics and meaning of the song really work in this context. We hope you enjoy the animated video for the single,” adds the band.

Watch and listen to Greystone Canyon‘s animated cover video for Neil Young’s “Hey Hey, My My (Into the Black)” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aRqbJTGu5KQ

Formed by vocalist/guitarist Darren Cherry, whose lifelong passion for music was inspired by AC/DC, KISS, and his father’s career as a professional musician, Greystone Canyon has built a reputation for tone, feel, fire, honesty, and organic sound. With drummer Sham (also of Nothing Sacred), guitarist Richard Vella, and bassist David Poulter, the band brings decades of experience, including Cherry’s tenure with Paul Di’Anno’s final Australian tour in 2024.

Greystone Canyon’s new album “Something Borrowed… Something New” pays homage to rock legends like UFO, ZZ Top, Led Zeppelin, Thin Lizzy, and Neil Young, while introducing powerful originals such as Drives Us, Friend of the Fox, and Stealing Our Freedom. Inspired by Van Halen’s Diver Down, the record blends covers and originals into a dynamic listening experience. From the faithful tribute of UFO’s Doctor, Doctor and the smoky swing of ZZ Top’s Just Got Paid, to the road-trip energy of Drives Us and the heavier, metalized punch of Led Zeppelin’s Immigrant Song, the album showcases both reverence and reinvention. Originals like the acoustic, eerie Friend of the Fox and the protest anthem Stealing Our Freedom stand proudly alongside covers such as Thin Lizzy’s Suicide and Neil Young’s haunting Hey Hey, My My. With creative flourishes like “AAF,” a Hendrix-style guitar homage to the Australian National Anthem, the album captures Greystone Canyon’s ability to honour rock’s greatest while carving out its own identity.

Unlike their previous album, “Iron & Oak,” which took six years to complete, “Something Borrowed… Something New” was tracked, mixed, and mastered in just five months. Recorded at Black Lodge Studio under the guidance of Joel Taylor, the band embraced a raw, live recording method that captures the warmth, punch, and energy of musicians playing together in real time.

“This album has been the most fun we’ve had recording. Albums can be hard work and tedious, but this was a joy to make, and we think you can hear that in the recording,” adds Cherry.

Greystone Canyon is an Australian hard rock band blending classic rock, heavy metal, blues, and folk influences. Known for their organic sound and passionate performances, the band continues to evolve while staying true to their roots. Their music is inspired by life, history, and the future, with lyrics that reflect both personal experiences and broader social themes.

“Something Borrowed… Something New” was released on December 5th, 2025, from Rockshots Records and is available on all major streaming platforms and physical formats.

CD – https://rockshots.eu/products/greystone-canyon-something-borrowed-something-new-cd

Add to your Spotify playlist – https://open.spotify.com/album/1ZyEq4kWkhDg6RnzCbGKJj

Music Video – Suicide (Thin Lizzy cover) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLNaHClXKc0

Music Video – Stealing Our Freedom – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SSd6fzgwhU

Track Listing:
1. Doctor, Doctor (UFO cover) – 04:16
2. Just Got Paid (ZZ Top cover) – 03:35
3. Drives Us – 05:06
4. Immigrant Song (Led Zeppelin cover) – 02:21
5. Friend of the Fox – 03:57
6. Suicide (Thin Lizzy cover) – 05:14
7. Hey, Hey, My, My (Into the Black) (Neil Young cover) – 03:22
8. AAF – 1:47
9. Stealing Our Freedom – 04:26
Album Length: 33:54

More info: Rockshots.eu | Facebook.com/greystonecanyon | Instagram.com/greystonecanyon_official

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“An honest record for sure, Something Borrowed…Something New could gain favor for Greystone Canyon as there’s something so timeless about this style. It’s the type of record that enhances your love of heavy music as well as the versatility that has been there since the 70s.8.5/10” – DeadRhetoric

“My take on the album: May people have wondered who will replace AC//DC as the next Hard Rock/Metal band with heavy blues in their music. Greystone Canyon is the answer. Remember the name these guys are going places. Every member of the band have mastered their skills and is a tight unit that complement each other. This a belter of an album. Nothing less than the perfect 10 would do justice to the album.” – Project Metal Music

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0 Rockshots Records – DUST’s New Single “The Reaping Of The Scythe” Channels Modern Extreme Metal With Clarity and Intent; New Album “Thoughts Of A Falling Man” Out April 2026

February 27, 2026
by Asher
· DUST (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – February 27, 2026

DUST’s New Single “The Reaping Of The Scythe” Channels Modern Extreme Metal With Clarity and Intent

New Album “Thoughts Of A Falling Man” April 2026 via Rockshots Records

Rockshots Records presents “The Reaping Of The Scythe”, the new single from Italian metal act Dust, now available on all digital platforms.

Extracted from the band’s forthcoming album “Thoughts Of A Falling Man” (out April 3rd, 2026), the track stands as one of the record’s most defining and thematically incisive moments. Conceived as part of a broader conceptual arc following a soul suspended in limbo, “The Reaping Of The Scythe” captures the instant in which avoidance collapses and reckoning becomes unavoidable.

At its lyrical core lies the idea of consequence as harvest. The scythe is not merely an image of death but a metaphor for accountability, the final sweep that gathers what has been sown through choices, silence, and compromise. The song explores the erosion of self-deception and the stark realization that judgment is not imposed from the outside but emerges from within. There is no spectacle here, no grand theatrics: only the slow, suffocating awareness that time does not negotiate.

Musically, Dust delivers one of their most focused and assertive statements to date. Built around razor-edged riffing, tightly locked rhythmic patterns, and a vocal performance that alternates controlled restraint with visceral intensity, the track channels modern extreme metal with clarity and intent. The production emphasizes weight and precision, allowing each element to cut through with purpose while preserving the band’s raw, expressive core.

With “The Reaping Of The Scythe”, Dust reaffirms their trajectory toward a more cohesive, mature, and concept-driven identity. It is a track designed not simply to be heard but to be confronted – a concentrated embodiment of the existential tension that defines “Thoughts Of A Falling Man“.

Recommended for fans of Parkway Drive, Jinjer, and Trivium, listen to “The Reaping Of The Scythe” at the following links:

Digital – https://lnk.to/4Ve5py

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ggJ9h_DAUO8

New album “Thoughts Of A Falling Man” out April 3rd, 2026 via Rockshots Records.

PRE ORDER “Thoughts Of A Falling Man”: https://rockshots.eu/products/dust-thoughts-of-a-falling-man

Previous single:

Music Video – “Bodyless” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uyE8ltsPBfY

Digital – https://lnk.to/M2crIo

Track Listing:
1. Intro – 1:49
2. Before Your Awaken – 5:23
3. Death’s Ashes Upon Me – 3:52
4. Contemptus Mundi – 3:58
5. Fragments of Mirror – 4:26
6. Thoughts of a Falling Man – 6:40
7. Bodyless – 3:44
8. The Reaping of the Scythe – 3:56
9. Beyond the Void – 6:06
Album Length: 39:54

Dust Line-Up:
Riccardo Pirozzi: Vocals
Stefano D’Angelo: Guitars
Federico Ignini: Guitars
Francesco D’Elia: Bass
Eric Di Donato: Drums

More info:
https://rockshots.eu
https://www.instagram.com/dust__band/

BIOGRAPHY:
Dust is an Italian metal band formed in 2016 from an idea by vocalist Riccardo Pirozzi and former drummer Stefano Brogi. Born out of a period of personal struggle and artistic urgency, the project took shape as a direct and uncompromising outlet for expressing inner conflict, anger, and introspection. After an initial phase of experimentation, the band gradually assembled its core lineup, defining a sound rooted in heaviness, emotional depth, and narrative intensity.

With the addition of guitarist Stefano D’Angelo and bassist Andrea Lege, Dust released their debut album “Break The Silence“, recorded and produced by Andreas Polito at Rocklab Studios in Turin. The record marked the band’s official entry into the Italian underground metal scene, earning attention for its raw approach and dark thematic focus. Shortly after, guitarist Federico Ignini joined the lineup, allowing Riccardo to focus exclusively on vocals and lyrics, particularly during live performances.

Following the album’s release, Dust became increasingly active on the live circuit, sharing the stage with established acts and performing across Italy and Eastern Europe, including shows in Serbia, Croatia, and Romania. These experiences played a key role in shaping the band’s identity, strengthening both their musical cohesion and their commitment to an authentic, no-frills live approach focused on intensity and connection rather than visual excess.

After several lineup changes, Dust reached a stable formation in 2023, solidifying their current lineup: Riccardo Pirozzi on vocals, Stefano D’Angelo and Federico Ignini on guitars, Francesco D’Elia on bass, and Eric Di Donato on drums. This renewed stability marked a turning point for the band, allowing them to refine their sound and push their songwriting toward a heavier, more focused, and mature direction.

Conceived as a concept album, “Thoughts Of A Falling Man” unfolds as a near-death journey, exploring themes of guilt, judgment, inner collapse, and spiritual limbo. Musically, it represents a significant evolution from the debut, blending elements of death, groove, thrash, and black metal into a darker, more compact, and uncompromising sound.

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0 Out Now! One Man Death Metal – Canada’s HAIDUK Unleashes New Album “Archdevil”

February 26, 2026
by Asher
· Haiduk · Music News

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Montreal, QC – February 26, 2026

Out Now! One Man Death Metal – Canada’s HAIDUK Unleashes New Album “Archdevil”

A relentless surge of blackened death‑thrash returns from Canada’s one‑man metal conjurer. Calgary-based solo metal project Haiduk, the creation of guitarist and composer Luka Milojica, has announced the release of its fifth full‑length album, “Archdevil,” out now as of February 26th, 2026. Known for its lightning‑fast riffcraft, evil melodies, and immersive dark‑fantasy worldbuilding, Haiduk’s newest offering pushes every element of its sound to the extreme.

“Archdevil doubles down on everything Haiduk stands for: speed, busy riffs and evil melodies. The focus is to keep the listener on edge and constantly introduce new patterns to keep you engaged,” says Milojica.

Haiduk emerged from Milojica’s desire to channel dark musical ideas without compromise. Inspired by Scandinavian solo acts like Vintersorg, he abandoned the search for bandmates and embraced complete creative control. Since the raw 2010 demo “Plagueswept”, Haiduk has carved a distinct path through death, black, and thrash metal, each album expanding the lore of the fictional realm Callost, the setting for all Haiduk lyrics.

Working entirely alone, Milojica writes all music and lyrics, performs all guitars and vocals, and records every release independently. Live, Haiduk performs as a one‑man assault: guitar and vocals onstage, with drums and bass delivered through the PA.

Musically, “Archdevil” is Haiduk at its most intense, with fast, tightly wound riffing fused with sinister melodies and relentless rhythmic shifts. The album is designed to overwhelm, keeping listeners in a constant state of tension as new patterns and attacks emerge without warning.

Lyrically, the record continues the saga of Callost, revisiting the nine demons first introduced on 2015’s “Demonicon.” Of the album’s eleven tracks, nine are dedicated to these demonic entities. Track 6, “Darkener,” depicts the demon god Vordok, the Archdevil himself, while the closing track, “Usurper,” tells the story of King Arias, a human ruler slain and “necrified” inside the volcanic fortress Octavia, returning as a demon to wage war on his former people.

Track Highlights includes “Curser”, a slow‑burning opener that erupts into shifting tempos and dark atmospheres, representing Corloch, demon of curses and fire. “Vexer”, a nonstop barrage of speed and heaviness, embodies Vordus, master of sorcery and mind control. “Reviler”, black‑metal‑driven tremors inspired by Azyr, god of earthquakes and volcanic wrath. “Darkener”, the centrepiece of the album, invokes Vordok, the Archdevil and supreme demon god. “Usurper”, the tragic, violent return of King Arias, resurrected as a demon to lead a new infernal conquest.

Recommended for fans of Bolt Thrower, Vomitory, Old Man’s Child, Dissection, and Behemoth, “Archdevil” is available at the following links:

Add to your Spotify playlist – https://open.spotify.com/album/67xaAKQuDgk7Dw3mQNPZrA

Bandcamp – https://haiduk.bandcamp.com/

Single Stream – Vexer – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ldtWfvOH6H0

Track Listing:
1. Curser (3:09)
2. Vexer (2:42)
3. Reviler (3:36)
4. Deviser (3:10)
5. Torturer (2:51)
6. Darkener (4:00)
7. Abhorer (2:30)
8. Infester (2:33)
9. Venomer (3:04)
10. Necrifier (3:13)
11. Usurper (3:05)
Album Length: 33:53

Album Band Line Up:
Luka Milojica – Guitars, Bass, Vocals, Drum Programming

For more info:
https://www.haiduk.ca
http://www.facebook.com/haidukmetal

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“The patented death/black/speed Metal rips your skull for 31 minutes“ 4.5/5 – Metal-Rules (2021 – Diabolica)

“An endless supply of evil, face-ripping riffs“ – Metal Crypt (2021 – Diabolica)

“Fast and unrelenting from start to end” 8/10 –Metalbite (2021 – Diabolica)

“Haiduk’s most aggressive work“ – The Killchain (2021 – Diabolica)

“A lot of eye-popping technical skill, intricate plotting, and brilliantly multifarious and mutated tonalities on display“ – No Clean Singing (2021 – Diabolica)

“A tremolo picked tornado of dark matter and blastbeats.” – The Circle Pit (2018 – Exomancer)

“[Haiduk’s] strong point has always been his riffs, and here they just destroy” 8.5/10 – Brave Words (2018 – Exomancer)

“[Haiduk] has perfected his own signature style and very few bands are doing this style” – Metal-Rules (2018 – Exomancer)

“Haiduk, all I have to say is you are one talented dude. It’s always impressive to me when a single person can put together an entire album on thier own, but to do so with such a level of both technical marksmanship and enjoyability is bizonkers. I look forward to hearing more of your thrash-heavy black and death metal in the future.” – Metal Trenches (2015 – Demonicon)

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0 GRAVEMASS (ft. members of Zimmers Hole, 3 Inches of Blood, Revocation) Unleashes Devastating Single “Gravemass” Debut Album Out March 2026

February 26, 2026
by Asher
· GraveMass · Music News

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Montreal, QC – February 26, 2026

GRAVEMASS (ft. members of Zimmers Hole, 3 Inches of Blood, Revocation) Unleashes Devastating Single “Gravemass”

Debut Album “This Is The Way” Out March 6th, 2026 via End Game Records

Performing at Loud As Hell Open Air Festival 2026 w/ Fallujah, Allegaeon, Summoning the Lich, Crimson Shadows, Edge of Paradise, and more!

Photo Credit – Derek Carr

L-R – Destroyer of Souls – Drums – Bowels of Hell – Bass – Murderer of Colonizers – Guitar – Mayan Hate – Guitar – Lorde Heathen – Vocals

West Coast death metal force Gravemass has released their devastating new single “Gravemass,” the next offering from their upcoming debut album “This Is The Way,” arriving March 6th. The track follows the previously released title‑track single “This Is The Way,” further showcasing the band’s commitment to pure, unfiltered extremity.

“This Is The Way” is built on brutal guttural vocals, high‑speed assault, extreme aggression, and unyielding sonic violence. Every track is engineered to overwhelm, punish, and dominate. It is the culmination of decades of experience across the West Coast metal scene, sharpened into a relentless debut statement.

The artwork for “This Is The Way” is designed as a visual representation of a crushing wall of sound, a direct signal of the devastation contained within. It mirrors the band’s sonic identity: heavy riffs, hellish gutturals, and a feast crafted for true black/death metal fans. The cover doesn’t just introduce the album; it warns the listener of the violence ahead.

Gravemass is formed by long‑time Vancouver metal stalwarts whose résumés span Zimmers Hole, Punch Drunk, 3 Inches of Blood, Revocation, Savannah, Process, The Golers, Subversion, Just Cause, and more. Their combined experience, over 30 years, has forged a sound that is brutal, angry, fast, dark, and evil.

“The band is made of West Coast metal heads from the Vancouver scene who have known each other for decades. I wrote the music over two months in between project breaks. I presented it to Lord Heathen, who immediately wanted to be part of the project. We recruited the rest of the band, people we’ve all known forever,” adds guitarist Mayan Hate.

With This Is The Way arriving March 6th, 2026, Gravemass confirms they’ve already begun writing their second album. Their evolution is driven by decades of collective experience.

“This music is Brutal, angry, fast, dark, and evil. If you like brutal… You will dig it,” says vocalist Lord Heathen

Fans of Slayer, Venom, Morbid Angel, Watain, and Napalm Death will find plenty to devour.

Listen to “Gravemass” at the following links:

Add to your Spotify playlist – https://open.spotify.com/track/7pM3F4Ue8K2DmxZAmVjtCF

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guVZTw7WncM

and previously released music video for “This Is the Way,” filmed by White Wolf Photography, which captures that ferocity firsthand and showcases the band’s commanding presence at Armstrong Metal Fest 2025.

Music Video – This Is The Way – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sR9gy-AD8-E

In addition to the album release, Gravemass will also be performing at Loud As Hell Open Air Festival 2026, joining a stacked lineup featuring Fallujah, Allegaeon, Summoning the Lich, Crimson Shadows, Edge of Paradise, and more. For more info on the festival in Drumheller, AB, from July 31st to August 2nd, please visit https://www.loudashell.ca.

Track Listing:
1. Slaves To Pain – 2:38
2. This Is The Way – 3:45
3. Horned King – 2:54
4. Harvest of Souls – 2:53
5. Spitting Hell – 2:07
6. Black Bell – 2:50
7. Fallen – 3:27
8. Gravemass – 3:51
9. Abandon – 2:01
10. Poison Temple – 3:11
Album Length: 29:41

Album Band Line Up:
Lorde Heathen – Vocals
Mayan Hate – Guitar
Murderer of Colonizers – Guitar
Bowels of Hell – Bass
Destroyer of Souls – Drums

More info:

https://endgamerecords.com/

http://www.gravemass.com/

https://www.facebook.com/people/Grave-Mass/61556695854887/

https://www.instagram.com/gravemass1/

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“Hold on to your hats, buds. Your eyes and ears are in for a blinding treat. Canada’s black/death metal band GraveMass just released the aural assault known as “Fallen.” The song and the video are delightfully overwhelming. ” – Metal Sucks

““Fallen” is a brutal, pummeling track with vocals that range from a guttural growl to a nasal screech, creating a blistering death metal assault. The black-and-white video with its flashing lights and quick cuts combines imagery of nature and religion in a way that perfectly complements the sonic onslaught of the video. It’s a breakneck track that leaves carnage in its wake, and you’ll want to check it out.” – New Noise Magazine

“With “Fallen,” GraveMass offers a glimpse into what promises to be a searing, unholy debut album. It’s a declaration of intent—and a brutal reminder that Canadian metal is as fierce and alive as ever.” – See Rock Live

“Gravemass Deliver Evil with Latest Single & Video, “Fallen”” – V13

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