EPICA Unveil Exclusive Band Quiz To Prepare For Their Global Online Event On Saturday, June 12


While Dutch symphonic metal heavyweights EPICA are gearing up for their first-ever streaming event titled Ωmega Alive, they now give their fans – and those who might want to become one – the chance to get in the live mood and learn how to sing along.
The setlist for the upcoming universal streaming event that will mark the band’s triumphant return to the stage in support of their latest album Ωmega, is yet to be revealed, but now you can generate your very own EPICA song list with a quiz that the band has set up for you:

Test your knowledge on EPICA by answering 10 questions and according to your correct amount of answers, a personalized playlist will be created for you:
https://playlist.epicastream.com

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DECAPITATED release music video for ‘Cemeteral Gardens’ + The First Damned is out now


Finally the wait has come to an end. Today on June 4th, the Polish tech death metal virtuosos Decapitated have released their early demos in a carefully handpicked collection titled The First Damned.

Order your copy now: https://bfan.link/the-first-damned

Vogg states:
“Here we go! The First Damned – our first steps that we took as teenagers. I’m proud of this release in all of its formats and amazing layouts, together with the best metal label these days, Nuclear Blast Records. Check it out: no re-mastering, no-remixes, no bullshit. Raw and deadly as it was back then. Enjoy.”  

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MAYHEM release new song entitled “Voces Ab Alta” from their upcoming EP


For their upcoming EP “Atavistic Black Disorder / Kommando”, the most notorious black metal band have reflected on their influences by covering songs from bands like Discharge, Dead Kennedys, Rudimentary Peni and Ramones with an impressive bursting and darkened sound.

In addition to the mentioned cover versions, MAYHEM releases a previously unreleased track today called “Voces Ab Alta”, which was recorded during the “Daemon” session.

The video was done by high the praised artwork and video wizard Costin Chioreanu (Ghost, Opeth, Napalm Death) who impressively captured the atmosphere and the darkness of this performance visually!

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ANTHRAX tickets for 40th anniversary live stream are on sale today


The countdown to July 18th, the 40th anniversary of thrash/metal legends Anthrax is well underway and heading towards the big finale. A special worldwide livestream event, presented by Danny Wimmer Presents and originating from Los Angeles, will kick off in the UK on Saturday July 17th starting at Midnight BST. (Check out the trailer HERE.)  Livestream event tickets and special 40th anniversary ticket bundles – one including a live video chat with the members of Anthrax – are on sale now. Special 40th anniversary artwork was created by Brian Ewing and Stephen Thompson for limited edition t-shirts, commemorative tickets and an anniversary poster. In addition to the livestream and merchandise bundles, fans will be able to buy a digital ticket to relive the past 40 years with exclusive interviews, testimonials, and behind-the-scenes stories of the band’s legendary career. 

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BURNING WITCHES release music video for new single ‘We Stand As One’


Heavy metal coven BURNING WITCHES have just released their fourth full-length record The Witch Of The North, which the band celebrated with a streamed release show for fans around the world. Today, they’re following up with the release of yet another music video for their newest single and one of the album’s strongest anthems We Stand As One’

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Orange Goblin to headline The Yard, Cornwall w/ Phil Campbell & The Bastard Sons, Massive Wagons & more


Route One Booking agency announces British metal legends Orange Goblin to perform at Cornwall’s newest outdoor licensed venue ‘The Yard’ over on the Roseland. Orange Goblin were poised to celebrate their 25th Anniversary in 2020, alas it was a year in which Covid-19 scuppered all events and tours for musicians around the world, however they return with vengeance this year and this will be their very first time playing on Cornish soil.

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