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Forbidden Begins Writing New Album After Reunion

Formed in 1987 and part of the Bay Area thrash metal legacy, Forbidden (formerly Forbidden Evil) has joined the wave of reunited thrash acts. The band, which reformed in 2007, has now started sharing promising updates about their upcoming album.

Psycroptic to Release New Album with Bonus DVD

Technical death metal band Psycroptic from Tasmania, Australia, will release their fourth album "Ob(Servant)" in Europe on September 26 through Nuclear Blast. The release will also include a bonus DVD.

Arphaxat Streams Tracks from Debut Album

Old school black metal act Arphaxat, featuring former Deathspell Omega member and Legion Of Death Records founder Shaxul, has made several tracks from their debut album "Loudun la Maudite" available online. The album is released in LP, CD, and cassette formats. Musically, Arphaxat is reminiscent of ...

Sanctification Working on New Album and Seeking Drummer

Swedish death metal band Sanctification, active since 2001 and known for influences from Aeon, Entombed, Deicide, and Dismember, is preparing to release their second album "Black Reign" and is currently searching for a drummer for their upcoming tour. The band noted that the drummer could potentiall...

Candlemass to Release "Lucifer Rising" EP in October

Pioneers of dark-themed heavy metal and key contributors to the development of doom metal, Candlemass are currently recording a new EP titled "Lucifer Rising", which will be released by Nuclear Blast in early October. The EP includes 12 tracks in total: 9 live recordings, a re-recording of their cla...

Piledriver Mixing New Album "Metal Manifesto"

After a long process of recording, Canadian thrash lunatics Piledriver, led by Gordon Kirchin, are currently mixing their third album "Metal Manifesto". The album, produced by Neil Kernon, was recorded at Metalworks Studios in Toronto and will be released on October 31 via Northern Storm.

Helltrain Streams New Track "Hear Them"

Formed in 2002, Swedish death 'n' roll band Helltrain has released the track "Hear Them" from their upcoming album "Rock 'n' Roll Devil" on their Helltrain MySpace. Their 2004 debut "Route 666" featured the lineup of Pierre Törnkvist on bass/vocals, Patrik Törnkvist on guitar/organ/piano, and Oskar ...

TNT Announces New Album "Atlantis"

Veteran Norwegian hard rock band TNT has revealed the title of their upcoming 11th studio album: "Atlantis". The album is scheduled for release on September 22, with more details to be announced soon.

Wargasm Unveils DVD Cover Art

After disbanding following their 1995 album "Suicide Notes" and reuniting in 2004, Boston-based thrash veterans Wargasm have released the cover artwork for their long-awaited DVD. Full-sized artwork and additional details are available in the full article.

Machine Head Guitarist Phil Demmel Collapses On Stage

According to an official statement on Machine Head's website, guitarist Phil Demmel collapsed on stage during their August 17 performance at the Rockstar Mayhem Energy Festival in Bristow, Virginia at the Nissan Pavilion.

Pathology Looking for a New Bassist

Death Metal/Grindcore band Pathology from San Diego, California has announced that they are currently searching for a new bassist.

Trench Hell Streams Tracks from New EP

Melbourne-based Trench Hell, a torchbearer of old-school thrash-speed metal, is about to release their debut EP "Southern Cross Ripper". The band, known for lyrics centered around serial killers, death, and satanic themes, previously released their first demo "Alcoholic Disaster" in 2004.Trench Hell...

Shackles Streams Tracks from Debut Album

As one of the standout acts in Australia's extreme metal scene — home to legends like Hobbs Angel Of Death, Deströyer 666, Bestial Warlust, and Gospel Of The Horns — Shackles is preparing to release their debut album "Traitors' Gate". The band has shared some tracks online. Influences include Motörh...

Chilean Doomsters Procession Sign with Iron Kodex...

Felipe Plaza (vocals/guitar), Daniel Perez (bass), and Francisco Vera (drums) make up Chilean Heavy/Doom metal band Procession, which has just signed with Iron Kodex Records. Their first EP "The Cult of Disease" is due out in November, including the previously released, sold-out demo "Burn" and thre...

Anthrax to Enter Studio in October...

Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante recently announced that the band will begin recording in October, hoping to capture some Halloween excitement. He added: "I want to dress like Ringo while recording drums."The band also has an upcoming Far East tour including Japan and Korea, marking their first-ever ...

Resurrection Re-Releasing "Embalmed Existence"...

Resurrection, a Tampa-based death metal band that returned from silence with their second album "Mistaken for Dead" last month, is now re-releasing their 1993 debut album "Embalmed Existence".

The Collapse of Celtic Frost...

They returned after years of silence with "Monotheist", and just when it seemed they would continue, Tom Gabriel Fischer surprised fans by leaving the band. He then focused on Hellhammer and formed Triptykon. During this transition, the legendary extreme metal pioneers Celtic Frost officially came t...

Girlschool Announces Album Title and Surprise Guests...

Celebrating their 30th anniversary this year, NWOBHM legends Girlschool have revealed the title of their upcoming album along with exciting details—including some very special guest appearances.

Holy Moses Reveals All-Star Guest List on New Album...

German thrash pioneers Holy Moses, led by Sabina Classen, will release their new album "Agony Of Death" in late September (Europe) and early October (USA). The album features numerous guest musicians including keyboardist Ferdy Doernberg (Axel Rudi Pell, Rough Silk), guitarist Ralph Santolla (Obitua...

Demolition Hammer Shares 1988 Demo...

New York thrash legends Demolition Hammer have made their 1988 demo "Skull Fracturing Nightmare" available for download. Click here to download the demoThe band, known for three studio albums, recently released the compilation "Necrology: A Complete Anthology".

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