Charlotte Wessels (ex-Delain) Announces Here New Album, Due Out Later in 2024 via Napalm Records


Charismatic Dutch singer/songwriter Charlotte Wessels is set to release her new studio album on September 20, 2024 via Napalm Records! The striking first single, “The Exorcism”, will be released on May 16, 2024. Wessels’ album promises a cohesive exploration of fear and liberation, as well as spellbinding melancholia and dark, catchy elements meeting progressive and heavier soundscapes. Wessels and her band will bring this story to the stage on October 4, 2024 at Utrecht’s TivoliVredenburg. Grab your tickets here:

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INTERVIEW: Casey Hurd of Hinayana on “Shatter And Fall” – and The Origin of Their Band Name Death Metal


Last fall Keefy caught up with Cassy Hurd of Hinayana! They released their album “Shatter And Fall”  via Napalmrecords  and toured Europe with Wolfheart late in 2023! Cassey took us from his start as solo Death Metal artist to meeting and forming a band with his now best friends, and much more! Continue reading


Unleash The Archers Share New Single and Video for “Ghosts In The Mist” from Upcoming Album



Recently announcing the upcoming release of their sixth studio album, Phantoma, Unleash The Archers have just dropped another new track, “Ghosts In The Mist.” It follows the first single, “Green & Glass,” and is accompanied by a music video culled from live performance footage. Phantoma is out May 10th via Napalm Records. Keep reading below for more details and watch the new video.
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CONCERT REVIEW: Crypta – Contortion – Wurm Flesh Live at Harlow’s


First time at Harlow’s in Sacramento to come and see the all-female band Crypta from Brazil. Unexpectedly, I walked in to see a long line for Crypta merch and a nearly packed show. The stage has good lighting for those afar to be able to see.Continue reading


Death Dealer Union (Infected Rain) Drop New Video Single for “Beyond Heaven”



Featuring Infected Rain vocalist Lena Scissorhands amongst their ranks, Death Dealer Union have just released a brand new video for their track “Beyond Heaven.” It is the fourth and final video in a series taken from their debut record Initiation. The six minute song is the last on the album kicking off with a piano melody reflecting the opening title track. Check it out in the article below and find more information.
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INTERVIEW: Tim Lambesis Talks Austrian Death Machine, As I Lay Dying, and Other Projects


Ojayy of Ghost Cult caught up with Tim Lambesis of As I Lay Dying to discuss the new album from Austrian Death Machine, “Quad Brutal” out now from Napalm Records! Tim discussed his lifelong love of Arnold Schwarzenegger and his films, his influence on the worlds of pop culture and fitness, Tim’s approaches to writing and producing, the timeline for new AILD music and touring, his other projects, and more!  Continue reading


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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Unleash The Archers Share Single and Video for “Green And Glass” to Announce New Album



Canada’s Unleash The Archers have just announced the upcoming release of their sixth studio full-length. The AI-inspired concept album Phantoma, is due out May 10th, 2024, via Napalm Records. It is the follow up to the band’s JUNO Award winning 2020 album, Abyss. This news also sees the release of the long-player’s first single, “Green & Glass.” Its video was created using AI, while still supporting traditional artists with character models trained on work licensed from Bo Bradshaw. Check out the new video and read more below.
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ALBUM REVIEW: Infected Rain – Time


Breaking away from the pack of Modern Metal bands, Infected Rain is fulfilling their promise as one of the the best underground buzz bands of the new millennium. Their new album Time (Napalm Records) goes super hard, but more importantly, showcases their maturity as writers, riff dealers, and how to make every song stand on its own. It’s rare to get to see a label trust a band to follow their muse and really grow and change from album to album.  Continue reading


Suldusk Share Single and Video for “Crystalline” from Approaching Second Album


Australian dark folk/blackgaze project, Suldusk, have just shared their latest single, “Crystalline.” It is the second track the band have released from their upcoming sophomore studio offering, Anthesis, due out March 01st via Napalm Records. Check out the “Crystalline” music video and find out more below.

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