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Modern metal act A COLD PARADISE have released a new music video for their latest single “Here I Rise”. The project is led by Antonio Calanna, known to many metal fans as the former vocalist of All For Metal. Marking a bold new chapter, the track combines modern heaviness, emotional intensity and soaring energy into a powerful statement of intent.

Originally released in 2006, Kiss of Death is a ferocious reminder of Motörhead’s uncompromising, no-frills spirit—and a timely nod to the legendary status they’ve earned as one of the greatest hard rock bands of all time.

Harper Nonfiction are set to publish the thrilling, hilarious and deeply personal autobiography of Iron Maiden’s unstoppable drummer, Nicko McBrain. Hello Boys and Girls! will publish into hardback, ebook and audio on 22nd October 2026.

Today, the world’s fastest band speeds up and into its biggest, boldest and most electrifying era to date: DRAGONFORCE have announced Alissa White-Gluz as their newest member and first frontwoman. In a momentous union of two storied and unstoppable forces, the preeminent pioneers of extreme power metal will now be joined by one of metal’s legendary vocalists, unleashing both an intrepid evolution of the genre and the start of a seismic year ahead.

"They are rapidly becoming simply one of the biggest bands in the world and on this evidence, it is no more than they deserve."

Swedish modern metal force METALITE continue their forward momentum with the release of a stunning new music video for their latest single, “Starchild.” Following their recent signing with PERCEPTION – A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music and the high-energy introduction of the previously-released track “Our Time Has Come,” the band now dives deeper into the sonic universe of their upcoming concept album Discovery.

Welsh ragga metal legends Skindred are currently celebrating the news that their brand-new album You Got This is leading the race for this Friday’s No.1 Album, with the album sitting at the top spot on the Official Midweek Album chart.

CHARLOTTE WESSELS’ latest release, The Obsession (2024), has been widely praised for its dynamic range, artistic growth, and emotional depth. Ever Metal highlighted its “skyscraper melodies” and Wessels’ “masterful vocals,” while Blabbermouth noted the album’s impressive variety.

Danish metal outfit AVARICE have signed with Mighty Music for the release of their upcoming second full-length album, “Perpetual Ruin”, set for release in June 2026.

With their 15th studio album "ONE" arriving 1st May, GRAMMY® Award–nominated metal icons SEVENDUST return with a powerful new single, 'Threshold'. Comprised of Lajon Witherspoon (vocals), Clint Lowery (guitar), John Connolly (guitar), Vince Hornsby (bass), and Morgan Rose (drums), the band once again deliver a driving, emotionally charged track primed to become a centrepiece of their live set.

Japanese power metal vocalist Saeko is set to return to the stage with two exclusive shows in Japan this May, under the banner “SAEKO LIVE IN JAPAN 2026”, while also revealing the upcoming release of her new EP, Back to Life, scheduled for July 18, 2026.

Tarja unleashes her brand-new metal album “Frisson Noir” on 12th June 2026 via earMUSIC, the heaviest record of her career and a powerful statement of identity, strength and belonging. After years of exploring different musical landscapes, Tarja stands firmly where she belongs: in metal.

HOKKA return with a powerful new chapter in their unfolding musical saga. The warrior and the sensai - Joel Hokka (ex-Blind Channel) and Pauli Rantasalmi (ex-The Rasmus) - continue their journey with the release of the gripping new single 'Blackbird'.

Shortly after announcing their fifteenth (!!!) studio album, Architects Of A New Weave, set for release on June 5, 2026 via Napalm Records, EVERGREY unveil their new single and manifest of beautiful darkness, “Architects Of The New Weave”, alongside a visually-striking animated video.

Stormzone were formed in Northern Ireland in 2004 as a heavy metal band. In 2007 They released “Caught in the Act” on the escape music label, and it was met with critical acclaim. They have since released another 3 albums on different labels, all of which have firmly put them on the map. In more recent years the band have taken a heavier direction and attracting fans of the NWOBHM genre.

Rock/metal legend ROB ZOMBIE has released the 3rd single, ‘(I’m a) Rock ‘N’ Roller’, from his highly-anticipated upcoming album, The Great Satan, due out February 27th from Nuclear Blast Records.

Francis Soto is a German rock and metal vocalist and songwriter whose musical career began in the early 1990s and has continued for more than three decades. His artistic path is defined by multiple band projects, extensive stage and studio experience and a steady evolution as a powerful and authentic frontman.

Currently blazing their way across Europe opening for ALTER BRIDGE, GRAMMY® Award–nominated metal icons SEVENDUST have announced their 15th studio album, One. The highly anticipated release from the quintet - Lajon Witherspoon (vocals), Clint Lowery (guitar), John Connolly (guitar), Vince Hornsby (bass), and Morgan Rose (drums) - arrives May 1st via Napalm Records.

Lamb of God have set a March 13 release date for their new album, Into Oblivion (Century Media & Epic Records), marking the band’s first full-length release in four years.

The story of the warrior and the sensai continues as HOKKA presents their second single, 'Death By Cupid’s Arrow'. Following the powerful debut of 'In The Darkness', the new track expands HOKKA’s cinematic narrative with intensity, emotion, and epic scale.