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Venom needs no introduction. From their birth in Newcastle in 1979, they paved the way for extreme metal and created their own genre, Black Metal. Which is arguably more popular now than it has ever been globally, with their influence ever far reaching as the originators. Into Oblivion is Venom’s sixteenth studio album and features the long-standing line-up of Cronos (bass/vocals and founding member), Rage (guitar), and Dante (drums), and marks their first new recordings since 2018’s, Storm The Gates. Into Oblivion consists of thirteen songs that are signature Venom: heavy, evil, and catchy. There’s a combination of their classic 80’s sound adjacent to a more modern, progressive approach, but without losing any of their fire and brimstone of old. ‘Into Oblivion’ will be released on May 1st, 2026 via Noise/BMG and is available for preorder now at the links below and is available in these formats. Watch and stream the first single “Lay Down Your Soul” now!  Continue reading →