Kamelot to Reissue Special Editions of Their Album “The Black Halo” for Its 20th Anniversary


Kamelot are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their album, The Black Halo, with a special reissue this year. It is due out in various collectible formats on March 14, 2025 via Napalm Records. Head into the article below for more information.
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Cyhra (ex-In Flames, ex-Amaranthe, Kamelot) Share Their New Single and Video “Superman”


Melodic metallers, Cyhra, have unleashed their latest single, “Superman,” through Reigning Phoenix Music records. It comes with a music video, and is the first new music from the band since their third album, 2023’s The Vertigo Trigger. Watch it below and find out more.

Stream/purchase “Superman” here: https://cyhra.rpm.link/supermanPR

Sometimes, life tests our limits, but when we choose to rise, dream, and believe, we find the strength to be unstoppable. Because deep down, we all have a ‘Superman’ within us,” comments Cyhra on the song’s meaning.

The track explodes with headbang-inducing riffs, as vocalist Jake E teases its epic, melody-rich chorus against a backdrop of sharp instrumentals. The almost spoken verses escalate to a larger-than-life chorus, culminating in irresistible, sing-along choirs that emphatically signal Cyhra’s trajectory is set to soar above and beyond at breakneck speed!

“Superman” not only marks Cyhra’s latest single but also their debut release with the burgeoning label Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM), which has recently become their new record label home. This track was mastered by renowned audio engineer Maor Appelbaum, known for his work with Halford, Sabaton, and Equilibrium, among others. The artwork for “Superman:” was crafted by Gustavo Sazes, a longtime collaborator who has designed for Soilwork, Dynazty, and Vltimas. Sazes has been instrumental in shaping the visual identity of Cyhra’s previous three studio albums as well.

Vocalist Jake E states: “We are thrilled to announce that we have officially signed with Reigning Phoenix Music! This marks an exciting new chapter in our journey, and we couldn’t be prouder to join a family that shares our passion for music and artistry. Reigning Phoenix Music is home to a roster of incredible talent and a team of dedicated professionals, many of whom we’ve had the pleasure of working with earlier in our careers. Reuniting with such familiar faces feels like coming home, and we’re confident that this partnership will allow us to reach new heights together. We’re already hard at work with new music, and with Reigning Phoenix Music by our side, we’re more inspired than ever to create something truly unforgettable for our fans. Thank you for your continued support – it means the world to us!

We are are excited to welcome CYHRA to our family and for the opportunity to work with them again. Their talent, passion, and energy align perfectly with our vision of elevating artistry to new heights. Together, we’re setting the stage for an incredible journey!” adds the RPM team.

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As they approach their 10th anniversary next year, Cyhra have carved out a notable place in the metal scene since their founding in 2016 by Jake E (formerly Amaranthe) and Jesper Strömblad (The Halo Effect, formerly In Flames). They were soon joined by drummer Alex Landenburg (Kamelot, Luca Turilli‘s Rhapsody) and bassist Peter Iwers (The Halo Effect, formerly In Flames). Their debut album Letters To Myself was released in 2017 to glowing reviews, catapulting the group to global stages, crowned with a massive North American tour supporting Sabaton and Kreator.

Following Iwers’ departure, Euge Valovirta (guitars, bass) joined the line-up, and the band released their second album No Halos In Hell in 2019, which blended groovy metal with a poppy flair and featured the hit single “Out Of My Life,” amassing about 11 million streams on Spotify. Their success continued with a European tour with Battle Beast, UK dates alongside Delain, headline shows in select countries including Finland and Japan, and performances at major festivals like Masters of Rock, Bloodstock Open Air, Sabaton Open Air, and 70,000 Tons of Metal.

In 2020, guitarist Marcus Sunesson (Ronnie Atkins, The Crown) joined, expanding the line-up. The pandemic pause allowed the band to craft their third album The Vertigo Trigger, released in 2023. The album’s tour brought them back to Finland to open for Smash Into Pieces and to headline shows in early 2024. Quietly beginning their fourth album, Cyhra ended the cycle with a Scandinavian tour with Evergrey, leading into 2025 with the standalone single “Superman.”

Cyhra are:

Jake E – Vocals, keys

Euge Valovirta – Guitars, bass

Jesper Strömblad – Bass, guitars

Marcus Sunesson – Guitars

Alex Landenburg – Drums

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https://www.reigningphoenixmusic.com/artists/cyhra


Athena XIX (Angra, ex-Rhapsody Of Fire) Share Their New Single and Video for “I Wish” Ft. Roy Khan (Conception, ex-Kamelot)



Athena XIX recently presented their latest single, “I Wish,” featuring a vocal contribution from Roy Khan (Conception, ex-Kamelot), as counterpart to frontman Fabio Lione (Angra, ex-Rhapsody Of Fire). This is the third single from their upcoming new album, Everflow Part 1: Frames Of Humanity, out October 25, via the Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM) record label. Watch the lyric video for “I Wish” below.
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FESTIVAL REVIEW: Milwaukee Metal Fest 2024 Part 2 – Live at The Rave


The lineup for Saturday was stacked, in my opinion,  headliner Mr. Bungle left the Milwaukee crowd in awe. Mike Patton is such a great front man so I felt privileged to watch this man perform again.  San Francisco Thrash Metal legends Testament has one of the best performances I had ever seen them give in years. Connecticuts’ own Hatebreed ignited the ballroom with numerous mosh pits throughout their set. Continue reading


FESTIVAL REVIEW: Milwaukee Metal Fest 2024 Part 1 – Live at The Rave


Growing up I had always heard about Milwaukee Metal Fest and how amazing it was. Well, this year I had the pleasure of covering this notoriously famous festival and I can definitely say I’ll be back next year. Continue reading


Milwaukee Metal Festival Announces Record Store Day Ticket Discount



Milwaukee Metal Festival (MMF) is quickly approaching, set to take place at The Rave Eagles Club, May 16 through 19. The event organisers recently announced a special Record Store Day promo, still available until Sunday, April 28th, which gets buyers money off tickets for the fest. Keep reading below for more information.
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Milwaukee Metalfest Shares Daily Running Order for 2024


Milwaukee Metal Festival has announced its full funning order for the weekend!  The festival is now welcoming brings  party on May 16 have also been revealed! Headlined by Mr. Bungle, BlindGuardian, Testament, Kamelot, Hatebreed and SymphonyX ,the fest is going to be a can’t miss event for this summer!Continue reading


Blackbriar Drop New Single and Video for “Moonflower” Featuring Marjana Seminka (Iamthemorning, Maer)



Gothic metal band, Blackbriar, have just released a brand new song titled “Moonflower.” Featuring UK based/Russian born singer-songwriter, Marjana Seminka, the track comes with its own music video. This is their first music since the release of A Dark Euphony in September 2023. The band are also out on tour in the US from May 09th, then in Europe and the UK later in the year. Catch the new video and find out more in the article below.
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Kamelot Book European and UK “Awaken The World” Tour Dates with Ad Infinitum and Frozen Crown



Symphonic metal icons, Kamelot, have announced they will bring their Awaken the World tour to Europe this October. The multinational band, founded and led by guitarist Thomas Youngblood, have added new dates in 17 cities across 11 countries. They will be accompanied by special guests, Ad Infinitum and Frozen Crown – both Napalm Records labelmates – as well as bonus support act Blackbriar. Keep reading below for more details about the upcoming tour.
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Milwaukee Metalfest Adds Municipal Waste, Autopsy, Terrorizer, Macabre, Nunslaughter, Gatecreeper, Skeletal Remains, Creeping Death, Upon Stone, Stabbing, and More to 2024 lineup!


Milwaukee Metal Festival has completed its 2024, lineup with a bunch of new bands in the bill. The iconic midwestern, multi-day event is now les for the highly anticipated 2024 edition, with more TBA! The festival is now welcoming brings Municipal Waste, Autopsy, Terrorizer, Macabre, Nunslaughter, Gatecreeper, Skeletal Remains, Creeping Death, Upon Stone, Stabbing, Monochromatic Black, Deathray Vision, Backlash, Bewitcher, Morbikon, Dead By Wednesday, Engineered Society Project, Hatriot, and Time To Kill. In addition, the details for the pre-party on May 16 have also been revealed! The event is free to anyone who holds a 3-day pass for the festival and will be headlined by a special Jasta and Friends set, featuring Bobby Blitz, Zetro, Bobby Hambel and more. There will also be performances by TOXIC RUIN and H1Z1.Continue reading