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LEAVES’ EYES Release Epic Music Video For Title Track Of New EP “Song Of Darkness”; Out March 6, 2026 Via Reigning Phoenix Music!
LEAVES’ EYES open a new chapter in 2026 with the release of their upcoming EP Song Of Darkness! The band now unveils the title track and EP opener together with an epic new video, offering the first full glimpse into this next creative cycle.
Rock Metal Machine
6 hours ago2 min read


LORD OF THE LOST – New Album “OPVS NOIR Vol. 3” Out April 10, 2026!
LORD OF THE LOST’s latest journey comes to a brilliant close: with OPVS NOIR Vol. 3, the band announces the finale of their ambitious album trilogy. A direct continuation of OPVS NOIR Vol. 1 and Vol. 2, which were both unveiled in 2025, it releases on April 10, 2026 and gloriously expands on the genre-defying band’s opus.
Rock Metal Machine
Jan 125 min read


BEYOND THE BLACK - share video for 'Let There Be Rain' + new album 'Break The Silence' is out now.
Today, symphonic metal sensation BEYOND THE BLACK are celebrating the release of their eagerly awaited sixth studio album Break The Silence!
Rock Metal Machine
Jan 123 min read


THERION Drops New Live Single "Draconian Trilogy" & Video!
Today, symphonic metal legends THERION release an absolute highlight from their upcoming live album Con Orquesta, arriving as a physical release on January 30, 2026 via Napalm Records! With a stunning live rendition of the epic “Draconian Trilogy”, the Swedish outfit led by mastermind Christofer Johnsson dives deep into the band’s rich discography, reaching back to the release of their landmark 1998 album Vovin.
Rock Metal Machine
Jan 93 min read


ANGUS McSIX Joined by Rhapsody Of Fire on New Single “I Am Adam McSix” + Official Video feat. Alex Krull Out Now.
ANGUS McSIX reveals the epic new single, “I Am Adam McSix”, cut from the band's upcoming sophomore album, Angus McSix and the All-Seeing Astral Eye, out March 13, 2026 via Napalm Records! The track gives the band's new main character, Angus McSix's brother Adam McSix, space to introduce himself, with his heroism further praised by a feature from Italian symphonic power metal pioneers Rhapsody Of Fire.
Rock Metal Machine
Dec 23, 20254 min read


VISIONS OF ATLANTIS And WARKINGS Release Joined Single “Pirates & Kings”.
Prepare for a fight! VISIONS OF ATLANTIS and WARKINGS unite for a mighty shared single, “Pirates & Kings”, forging their weapons for the upcoming co-headline tour of the same name. With a sweeping double vocal force and uplifting lyrics, the track showcases both the symphonic pirates’ and the power metal warriors’ strengths. Instantly opening with the impelling chorus, VISIONS OF ATLANTIS and WARKINGS craft an unmatched battle hymn. “Pirates & Kings” heats up the fight – be b
Rock Metal Machine
Dec 15, 20253 min read


Martijn Westerholt’s EYE OF MELIAN Signs with Napalm Records & Announces New Album, “Forest of Forgetting” for February 20!
Napalm Records is proud to announce the signing of EYE OF MELIAN – the Tolkien-inspired symphonic project founded by Martijn Westerholt (Delain) and Finnish vocalist Johanna Kurkela (Auri). Alongside this exciting partnership, the band unveils their new album, Forest of Forgetting, set for release on February 20, 2026.
Rock Metal Machine
Nov 12, 20253 min read


MOONSPELL Premieres Colossal Live Version of "Extinct" Feat. Orquestra Sinfonietta de Lisboa.
On October 26, 2024, MOONSPELL performed their first-ever symphonic Orchestra show, dubbed "Opus Diabolicum", at the MEO Arena in Lisbon, Portugal’s capital city.
Rock Metal Machine
Oct 29, 20253 min read


BEYOND THE BLACK - release new single/video 'The Art Of Being Alone' feat. Lord Of The Lost.
Symphonic metal sensation BEYOND THE BLACK are excited to share the third single from their eagerly awaited upcoming studio album, Break The Silence, which is due to be released on January 9th, 2026 via Nuclear Blast Records.
Rock Metal Machine
Sep 19, 20254 min read


LIMB MUSIC & Cristiano Filippini’s FLAMES OF HEAVEN announce details of new album ‘Symphony Of The Universe’.
LIMB MUSIC & Cristiano Filippini’s FLAMES OF HEAVEN announce details of new album ‘Symphony Of The Universe’; first single & video for “When Love Burns” released!
Rock Metal Machine
Sep 15, 20252 min read


BEYOND THE BLACK - announce new album 'Break The Silence' + release single/music video for the title track.
Symphonic metal sensation BEYOND THE BLACK are excited to share the news that their brand new album Break The Silence is set to be released on January 9th, 2026 via Nuclear Blast Records. Alongside the album announcement, the band has unveiled a stunning music video for the title track, which you can watch here.
Rock Metal Machine
Jul 27, 20254 min read


Power Metal Warriors WARKINGS Reveal Thrilling New Anthem “Hangman’s Night”, Featuring Dominum.
Power metal warriors WARKINGS descend into the shadows with their final anthem from their upcoming album, Armageddon, out this Friday via Napalm Records! The haunting new track, “Hangman’s Night”, features Dr. Dead of rising horror metal act Dominum and marks a dramatic turn into the shadows.
Rock Metal Machine
Jul 2, 20254 min read


Within Temptation & Eurovision star Jerry Heil release 'Sing Like A Siren'.
Within Temptation collaborate with Ukrainian artist and Eurovision contestant Jerry Heil on the powerful new single ‘Sing Like A Siren’ – out across all music services now.
Rock Metal Machine
May 18, 20252 min read


WARKINGS Return with Thunderous New Single “Genghis Khan” feat. Orden Ogan
The mighty WARKINGS return from Valhalla with fanfares of the apocalypse! With their new single “Genghis Khan”, the warriors unite with German power metal titans Orden Ogan to unleash a thunderous power metal tale inspired by one of history’s most formidable military forces. Fueled by loyalty and discipline, the song brings to life the fearless warriors of Genghis Khan—men who didn’t see themselves as conquerors, but as a brotherhood driven by a singular vision.
Rock Metal Machine
May 8, 20254 min read


Scardust announce studio album “Souls” set for release on July 18th, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl.
Progressive symphonic metal band Scardust are thrilled to announce the release of their anticipated new studio album “Souls”, out on July 18th, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl.
Rock Metal Machine
May 7, 20254 min read


Within Temptation - The Invisible Force premieres May 6th
A documentary about resilience, perseverance and the power of music during the darkest of times.
Rock Metal Machine
May 3, 20251 min read


Avantasia - 'Here Be Dragons'
A dragon is often portrayed as a massive, magnificent and powerful beast, and that’s quite appropriate title- wise as here be ten massive, magnificent and powerful tracks.
Rock Metal Machine
Apr 11, 20252 min read


VISIONS OF ATLANTIS Announce Physical Edition of Live Album, Armada Live Over Europe, out July 4, 2025 via Napalm Records
Pirates never rest, nor do the raging seas! Following the triumphant release of Pirates II – Armada and the ongoing success of their Armada
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 13, 20255 min read


Tarja - Announce Her Greatest Hits live show “Circus Life” Out On 16th May via earMUSIC
Recorded in January 2020, in Bucharest, Romania, the “Circus Life” show was one of a kind when Tarja performed in this very special “in the
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 1, 20252 min read


EPICA & AMARANTHE - announce 'Arcane Dimensions Tour' for UK & Europe
Early 2026, symphonic metal pioneers EPICA and metal powerhouse AMARANTHE will unite on their European “Arcane Dimensions Tour”.
Rock Metal Machine
Feb 11, 20252 min read
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