MARYLAND DEATHFEST XXI returns to Baltimore for four days of extreme metal devastation in May 2026
One of the world’s most respected extreme metal gatherings, MARYLAND DEATHFEST XXI, returns for its 21st edition on May 21–24, 2026 in Baltimore, Maryland, with an additional Pre-Fest Show on May 20. Known for assembling one of the most diverse and brutal lineups in extreme music, MARYLAND DEATHFEST continues its legacy by bringing together […]
LEGIONS OF METAL Festival 2026 returns to Chicago with two days of heavy metal mayhem
Empire Productions proudly presents the return of LEGIONS OF METAL Festival 2026, bringing two days of pure heavy metal power to Chicago, Illinois on May 1–2, 2026. The festival will once again take place at the legendary Reggies Rock Club and Reggies Music Joint, delivering a packed lineup of traditional heavy metal, power metal, […]
BRUTAL ASSAULT – Line-up update
The line-up of this year’s BRUTAL ASSAULT is almost complete. The organisers revealed a versatile set of bands that join the pack that will play in Czech’s 29th edition of well known festival. It features American CROWBAR – Sludge/ Doom Metal powerhouse and seemingly similar in genre, but still very different AHAB. Czech Republic will […]
HELL’S HEROES 2026 releases official aftermovie featuring highlights from Hell’s Heroes VIII Festival
The organizers of HELL’S HEROES have unveiled the official HELL’S HEROES 2026 – THE AFTERMOVIE, delivering a powerful recap of one of the most anticipated heavy metal gatherings in North America. Filmed during the monumental HELL’S HEROES VIII Festival, the aftermovie captures the raw atmosphere, crowd energy, and unforgettable live moments that […]
NAPALM DEATH announce massive Spring 2026 North American tour with DEADGUY, PRIMITIVE MAN & NASTIE BAND
Grindcore legends NAPALM DEATH have officially announced an extensive Spring 2026 North American tour, bringing their uncompromising intensity across the continent. The tour will feature special guests DEADGUY, PRIMITIVE MAN and NASTIE BAND on select dates, delivering a devastating combination of grindcore, sludge, and metallic hardcore The run kicks off on May 7, 2026 […]
DESOLUS unleash second album “Dwellers of the Twilight Void” via HELLS HEADBANGERS
HELLS HEADBANGERS present the second full-length from American thrash force DESOLUS, titled “Dwellers of the Twilight Void”, available on CD, vinyl LP, and cassette formats. Dwellers of the Twilight Void by DESOLUS Following their explosive debut “System Shock” in 2024, which quickly established the band as one of the most authentic […]
SICARIUS return with third album “Nex” via ADIRONDACK BLACK MASS
ADIRONDACK BLACK MASS present the long-awaited third full-length from American black metal force SICARIUS, titled “Nex”, set for release on April 10, 2026 on CD and cassette formats. Nex by Sicarius From Death to Rebirth Formed in 2014 by Argyris and Carnage, SICARIUS emerged with a clear mission: to channel the […]
DEVORZHUM unleash new single from upcoming concept mini-album “O królestwie, którego nigdy nie było…”
Polish black metal force DEVORZHUM returns with a brand-new single taken from their upcoming concept mini-album titled “O królestwie, którego nigdy nie było…”, set for release on April 10, 2026 via Via Nocturna. Formed in 2021 in Poznań, Poland, the band features experienced musician Szymon “Simon” Bieńkowski, known for his work with […]