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Essex-based punk duo The Meffs have unveiled their latest track, “Disorder (Wake Up)”, giving fans a second glimpse into their upcoming sophomore album Business. Scheduled for release on 11th September via FLG, the record follows a whirlwind 2025 that saw Lily (vocals/guitar) and Lewis (drums) grace stages at Glastonbury, Download, and 2000trees. Pre-order the album now.The new single is a pointed commentary on the current political climate and the treatment of those seeking asylum. The band explains that the track is a call to “wake up” to the narratives used by the establishment to cause division. Accompanied by a music…
Italian modern metallers New Disorder are back with their brand new single “Static”, released on 1st May. Hailing from Rome and formed in 2009, the band has carved out a solid reputation across the European alternative scene for their explosive live energy and a sound that refuses to be pinned down to a single sub-genre.Their latest offering is a potent cocktail of Nu Metal, Metalcore, and Rap Metal, delivering an emotionally charged commentary on the erosion of individuality in today’s hyper-structured society. Driven by crushing guitar riffs and a thunderous rhythm section, “Static” explores the claustrophobic feeling of living a…
Seeing Calva Louise at The Garage Attic in Glasgow felt less like a standard gig and more like stepping into their own strange, cinematic universe…and I cannot tell you how packed it was! I’ve been to a few sold out shows in the Attic but this one was so damn busy even for the support (note to self: must take fan next time).Support came from Knife Bride, who set the tone perfectly. Their mix of gothic drama and crushing heaviness landed instantly. They are a band I’ve not heard of before and I really enjoyed their set but it was…
House of All | European Sun | English GardenOslo, LondonFriday 1 MayThe House of All have emerged from The Fall’s ashes with a head-expanding sound increasingly their own. Steve Morgan enjoyed a phoenix night with Martin Bramah and his band of drummersIt’s a brutal game at the best of times, this rock and roll business. In 2026, it can look like an endurance test. Venues making ends meet as multi-purpose affairs, with gigs, once front and centre, done and dusted by 10pm for a new wave of punters. ‘More cow bell’ ran the old studio gag – ironic in these…
Nashville’s blues-infused Southern rockers Parker Barrow have returned with a double-hit of news, announcing their highly anticipated sophomore album Hold the Mash alongside the release of their latest single, “Blinded”. The track, which dropped on 29th April, serves as a gritty introduction to the band’s 2026 output and is available now on all major streaming platforms.The upcoming album, scheduled for release on Friday, 17th July (pre-order here), features a collection of songs from last year’s Hold the Mash E.P., including “Make It” and “The Healer”, bolstered by four brand-new tracks. Drummer and founder Dylan Turner penned the new single alongside…
Hailing from the southern shores of Cyprus, melodic death metal band Ka’aper has released their latest single, “Eternity in Stone”. The track is a preview of the band’s upcoming debut album, When Gods Walked the Earth, which was recorded in their home studio and mixed/mastered by Max Barishnikov.Formed in April 2024, the quartet – consisting of Evgeny Pcheliakov (vocals), Timur Glushan (guitar), Igor Kurzin (bass), and Alexey Boychuk (drums) – blends dark and melodic metal with themes inspired by ancient Egyptian mythology. Their sound focuses on crushing riffs and atmospheric arrangements intended to take listeners on a journey into antiquity.The…
Hailing from Switzerland, Krokus were nicknamed the ‘Alpine AC/DC’ thanks to albums such as Metal Rendez-vous and One Vice At A Time, and songs like Screaming In The Night, Midnite Maniac and the immortal Long Stick Goes Boom. In 2019, the band looked back on their eventful career and the run-ins they’d had with everyone from AC/DC to Def Leppard. “Reaching the top is difficult but, let me tell you, staying there is much, much tougher,” says Chris von Rohr.As bassist and co-founding member of Krokus, a band who, despite being from the rock’n’roll backwater of Switzerland, attained platinum-selling status…
Emerging from the shadows of Sweden’s gothic rock scene, Baarhus is a fresh force rooted in the brooding energy of classic ’80s post-punk. Formed in 2024, the trio has been steadily building momentum with a string of singles leading up to their highly anticipated debut album, Songs under a darkened sky, which is set to arrive on 29th May.The band’s sound is a dark fusion of electronic darkwave textures and heavy guitars, anchored by the deep, baritone delivery of vocalist Jimmy Storsleth. Their latest offering, “City of Fear,” serves as a stark exploration of an “Orwellian nightmare.” With ominously chugging…
German blackened death-doom outfit Greh have just unveiled their latest single, “Summoning Aversion”, and it sounds like they’re shifting gears into even darker territory. This new track serves as the first taster of their upcoming second album, The Tyranny of Expectations, which is currently in the works and slated for a release in early 2027.The band have shared that this new material marks a bit of a departure from their previous sound. While their earlier work was heavily rooted in doom, they’ve started to swap those slow-burn influences for a sharper black metal edge and more atmospheric drones. It’s a…
Brooklyn’s own progressive metal six-piece Prime Prophecy have just unleashed their latest single, “Chains of the Divine”. Accompanied by a brand-new music video, the track landed today, 2nd May 2026, and it’s a proper deep dive into the band’s signature blend of symphonic depth and gritty New York urgency.Forged over two decades, the band have built a reputation for music that doesn’t just show off technical chops but actually hits you in the chest emotionally. “Chains of the Divine” is a perfect example; it’s an introspective journey that tackles fear and faith, moving between heavy, thumping riffs and atmospheric passages…
Leeds’ own progressive death metal titans Cognizance have officially unleashed their latest album, In Light, No Shape, via Willowtip Records. If you’ve been following the band’s trajectory, you’ll know they don’t exactly do things by halves, and this new record is being hailed as one of the most compelling tech-death releases to hit the shelves in a long time.With four full-length albums and a pile of EPs already under their belts, the guys aren’t showing any signs of slowing down. This time around, they’ve channelled the spirit of mid-90s technical legends like Death, Extol, and Meshuggah, but with a bit…
The crew behind Novacaine Festival have just pulled the curtain back on the first wave of bands for their 2026 edition, and it looks like they’re well on their way to topping their successful debut. The festival is set to take over The Corporation in Sheffield on Saturday, 28th November 2026, and if the initial names are anything to go by, it’s going to be a proper belter for alternative fans.Headlining the day are post-hardcore heavyweights As Everything Unfolds. The band have been on a bit of a tear lately following the release of their third album, Did You Ask…