Lions At The Gate Share a New Single and Video for “Burn The Candle” – On Tour Now with Death Angel


Metal powerhouse Lions At The Gate (ex-Ill Nino, ex-Machine Head) proudly announce the release of their explosive new single, “Burn The Candle,” which arrives alongside a visually striking music video directed by Vicente Cordero. This marks the band’s first official unveiling since signing with Reigning Phoenix Music. The track delivers a sharpened edge, renewed urgency, and a bold declaration of what fans can expect from the band’s next era, set to unfold in 2026. Watch the video and stream “Burn The Candle” now:

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Cyhra (Amaranthe, ex-In Flames, The Halo Effect, Kamelot, The Crown, Suburban Tribe) Share Their Single and Video “Box With Spirits”


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Swedish melodic metallers, Cyhra (featuring Amaranthe co-founder Jake E) have dropped their latest single, “Box With Spirits,”.with an official video. Signed to the Reigning Phoenix Music label, the supergroup also includes current members of The Halo Effect, Kamelot, The Crown, and Suburban Tribe, and hit their 10th anniversary next year. Watch the new video and read more below.
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Schattenmann Drop Their Single and Video for “Schna-na-naps” – New Album Coming Soon


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German metallers, Schattenmann, have released a music video for their new single “Schna-na-naps.” The track is the third preview of the band’s upcoming studio album, Endgegner, set for release on March 13, via Perception records – a division of Reigning Phoenix Music. Watch the new video below and read more.
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Clawfinger Share Their Single and Video “Big Brother” – New Album Coming Soon


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Iconic, Swedish-Norwegian crossover band, Clawfinger, have unleashed their new single, “Big Brother,” along with an official video. The song serves up another taste of their comeback record, Before We All Die; the first studio offering from the 90s rap-metallers in 18 years. It arrives February 20, 2026 on Perception records, a division of the Reigning Phoenix Music label family. Catch the new video and more below.
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Belphegor Book a North American Tour with Incantation, Hate and Narcotic Wasteland


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Blackened death metallers, Belphegor, are due to unleash their Praise the Beast tour across North America, this coming February and March. These are the band’s first dates in the region, after recently signing with the rising record label, Reigning Phoenix Music. The live run begins February 19th in Brooklyn, NY, ending in Anaheim, CA, on March 10th, joined by Incantation, Hate and Narcotic Wasteland. Find the full live listings and more below.
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King Ultramega Share a Cover of Soundgarden’s “The Day I Tried To Live” ft. Alissa White-Gluz


With Soundgarden recently inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, alternative rock collective, King Ultramega, have unleashed a new rendition of “The Day I Tried To Live.” The track features Kim Thayil (Soundgarden), Alissa White-Gluz of Arch Enemy, Mark Menghi of Metal Allegiance, and Charlie Benante of Anthrax. Supplied with an animated music video, it also appears on a 2-song LP, alongside “Rusty Cage,” available through Reigning Phoenix Music records. Watch it below and read more.
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INTERVIEW: Roger Miret of Agnostic Front on The Spirit of NYHC and the New Album – “Echoes in Eternity”


GhostCultKeefy sits down with Roger Miret of Agnostic Front to talk about the band’s powerful new album Echoes in Eternity, out November 7, 2025, via Reigning Phoenix Music. In this interview, Roger breaks down the themes behind Echoes in Eternity — 15 tracks of uncompromising NYHC, featuring Darryl “DMC” McDaniels of Run DMC. The conversation delves into the band’s recording evolution, their connection to the next generation, and how gatekeeping can hinder the progress of some bands.Continue reading


Metal Allegiance Book a Show at Anaheim House of Blues


Metal collective, Metal Allegiance – comprised of core members David Ellefson (Megadeth), Mark Menghi (King Ultramega), Alex Skolnick (Testament), and Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater) – have announced their annual return to Anaheim, CA. They play at the House Of Blues (400 Disney Way), Thursday, January 22, 2026. Keep reading below to find out more.
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INTERVIEW: Helloween’s Michael Weikath Discusses “Giants And Monsters” and The Secret to a Long Career in Metal


In this episode, GhostCultKeefy chats with Michael Weikath, longtime guitarist and songwriter for Helloween! Their epic new album “Giants and Monsters” is out now via Reigning Phoenix Music! Michael discusses the new dynamic of the band since the “Pumpkins United” lineup coalesced, his approach to writing riffs and songs, writing for the different vocalists, touring, and much more!Continue reading


Victorius Share Their Single and Video “Dino Race From Outer Space” – Band Sign with Perception Records


German power metallers, Victorius, have announced their official signing with the Perception record label – part of Reigning Phoenix Music. Celebrating this new alliance, they released their brand-new single, “Dino Race From Outer Space,” with a music video. Watch it below and find out more.
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