Dutch melodic synth-metal masters Delain are gearing up for their new EP, Dance with the Devil, this Friday (8th) via Napalm Records. To celebrate the upcoming release, the group has released a video for the song "The Reaping." Martijn Westerholt comments: “’The...
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Delain unveil “The Reaping” video
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Patriarkh (formerly Batushka) share “ВЕРШАЛИН IV” video; new album arriving in January
Polish black metal band Patriarkh, formerly known as Batushka, has released a music video for their new single, "ВЕРШАЛИН IV," from their upcoming concept album ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ, due January 3, 2025, via Napalm Records. The album weaves Orthodox-inspired vocals and...
Helloween share “Eagle Fly Free” live video
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New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Among this week’s new albums are the returns of Gossip and Brodequin, as well as highly-anticipated works from Elbow, The Jesus...