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Earlier this summer, FEARLESS RECORDS welcomed iconic, '00s band FROM FIRST TO LAST to its global roster.

Today, the band is thrilled to announce the October 2 release of the new EP, titled WE WERE BLEEDING ANYWAY. Pre-order it/pre-save it HERE.

To herald the news, the band has also shared the video for new single "THEY SAID YOUR GHOST WAS A PROMISE." Watch it HERE.

FALLING IN REVERSE return with their first new song in over a year — and it's a powerhouse that can shift tectonic plates.

Today, the band shares the new single "JOSEPH," featuring guest vocals from two hard rock genre titans — Slipknot's Corey Taylor and System of a Down's Serj Tankian. It's a major moment and marks the first time these two iconic voices have performed together on a song.

Watch the Jensen Noen-directed video, in which Taylor and Tankian also appear, HERE. 

AS I LAY DYING enter a new chapter with their self-titled album As I Lay Dying.

On February 5, 2027, Grammy-nominated metalcore pioneers AS I LAY DYING return with their new self-titled album, As I Lay Dying, via Napalm Records. For 25 years, the band has helped shape the global metalcore scene through eight acclaimed studio albums, uncompromising heaviness and unmistakable melodic songwriting.

With the two new singles “Polarized” and “Retribution”, AS I LAY DYING showcase two deliberately contrasting sides of their new album. “Polarized” leans into a more melodic and accessible direction, combining heavy riffs with an immediate, driving song structure. “Retribution” takes a darker, faster and more aggressive approach, highlighting the heavier side of the band’s sound. Together, the two tracks offer an early look at the musical range of As I Lay Dying, with much of the album occupying the space between those two directions. Both songs are also available together as a physical vinyl single, and new material will be brought to the stage during the band’s upcoming North American tours.

AS I LAY DYING on the new singles:

“’Polarized’ and ‘Retribution’ show two very different sides of what we’ve been creating. One leans more melodic, while the other is darker, faster, and heavier, with much of the record living somewhere between the two. Despite how different they are, both still feel rooted in what AS I LAY DYING is. We’re excited for people to hear them and to bring this new chapter of the band on the road in February.”

Watch the official music videos for “Polarized” HERE and “Retribution” HERE.

AS I LAY DYING on the new album:

“Making this the first self-titled AS I LAY DYING album felt significant because the record feels like both a continuation and a reset. We weren’t trying to recreate one era of the band or force the songs into a narrow definition of what AILD should sound like. We wanted to bring together everything we naturally gravitate toward: melody, aggression, speed, heaviness, emotion, atmosphere, and big riffs, while making sure every song still felt unmistakably like AS I LAY DYING.”

The album represents a natural evolution of the band’s sound, bringing together melody, aggression, speed, heaviness and atmosphere without being tied to one particular era of AS I LAY DYING. As I Lay Dying was shaped through a highly collaborative songwriting and production process. Since forming around the turn of the millennium, AS I LAY DYING have played a defining role in modern metalcore, selling more than one million albums worldwide, earning Top 10 chart positions including on the Official German Album Charts and the US Billboard 200, and influencing generations of bands with their combination of crushing heaviness, melodic songwriting and technical precision.

Pre-order As I Lay Dying NOW RIGHT HERE.

AS I LAY DYING - Shadows Are Security: Final North American Dates

AS I LAY DYING will return to North America in November and December 2026 with special guest The Curse Within for the final dates of their Shadows Are Security run. In February and March 2027, the band will embark on an extensive North American tour with special guest Immortal Disfigurement, bringing music from the new album directly to fans across the United States.

 TOUR DATES:

AS I LAY DYING with The Curse Within

18.11.26 US – Santa Cruz, CA / Catalyst

19.11.26 US – Berkeley, CA / Cornerstone

20.11.26 US – Roseville, CA / Goldfield Trading Post

21.11.26 US – Los Angeles, CA / The Whisky

22.11.26 US – Phoenix, AZ / Crescent Ballroom

24.11.26 US – Tucson, AZ / 191 Toole

25.11.26 US – Albuquerque, NM / Sunshine Theater

27.11.26 US – Corpus Christi, TX / House of Rock

28.11.26 US – Dallas, TX / Trees

29.11.26 US – Austin, TX / Come and Take It Live

01.12.26 US – Denver, CO / The Federal

02.12.26 US – Colorado Springs, CO / Black Sheep

 MORE TOUR DATES:

AS I LAY DYING with Immortal Disfigurement

04.02.27 US – Indianapolis, IN / Deluxe

05.02.27 US – Grand Rapids, MI / Elevation

06.02.27 US – Joliet, IL / The Forge

07.02.27 US – Milwaukee, WI / The Rave

09.02.27 US – Ringle, WI / Q & Z Expo Center

10.02.27 US – Belvidere, IL / Apollo Theater

11.02.27 US – Detroit, MI / TSDMAAC

12.02.27 US – Columbus, OH / The King Of Clubs

13.02.27 US – Waynesboro, VA / The Foundry

16.02.27 US – Leesburg, VA / Tally Ho

17.02.27 US – Reading, PA / Reverb

18.02.27 US – Baltimore, MD / Baltimore Soundstage

19.02.27 US – Sayreville, NJ / Starland Ballroom

20.02.27 US – New Haven, CT / Toad's Place

21.02.27 US – Buffalo, NY / Electric City

23.02.27 US – Warrendale, PA / Jergels

24.02.27 US – Cincinnati, OH / Bogarts

25.02.27 US – Cleveland, OH / Globe Iron

26.02.27 US – Cadillac, MI / Venue Event Center

27.02.27 US – McHenry, IL / The Vixen

01.03.27 US – Oklahoma City, OK / Tower Theater

02.03.27 US – Lubbock, TX / Jake's

04.03.27 US – Las Vegas, NV / Backstage Bar & Billiards

05.03.27 US – Los Angeles, CA / The Whisky

06.03.27 US – Riverside, CA / Riverside Municipal Auditorium

07.03.27 US – San Diego, CA / Observatory North

Reigning in hell, screaming like a storm, MIDNIGHT's obscenely intense aural display of lust, filth, and sleaze ripped the Los Angeles faithful a new one at two sold-out shows on May 28th-29th, 2026. As part of MIDNIGHT's Satanic Royalty 15th Anniversary World Tour, the incendiary gigs at Hollywood venue Knucklehead were recorded in all their sweaty, filthy glory, resulting in Satanic Attack Live!, set for release on November 6th via Metal Blade Records.

Recorded by Mark Borders with mixing/mastering done by Zach Rippy, Satanic Attack Live! captures ten tracks off 2011's landmark Satanic Royalty LP - live and in the original album running order - plus five additional songs, including "Shock Til Blood," "T.A.P.," and "Fucking Speed And Darkness."

"Did I ever think there would be a MIDNIGHT live, in concert record album? Haha shit, naw!," says the band's aural architect, Athenar. "But if you're reading this, you are probably holding a copy in your bloody semen/leukorrhea-dripping paws. With the help of D.K. Vagslay, Iron Possessor, and about 300 dirt merchants and headbanging Hollywood sleazeballs, it was possible to concoct such a document of disgust."

Find pre-orders at: metalblade.com/midnight

 Watch/stream MIDNIGHT's "You Can't Stop Steel" HERE.

Satanic Attack Live! Track Listing:

01. Unholy And Rotten

02. Evil Like A Knife

03. Satanic Royalty

04. You Can't Stop Steel

05. Rip This Hell

06. Necromania

07. Black Damnation

08. Lust Filth And Sleaze

09. Violence On Violence

10. Savage Dominance

11. Holocausting Deafening

12. Shock Til Blood

13. T.A.P.

14. Fucking Speed And Darkness

15. F.O.A.L.

Young Medicine announced they have officially signed a new multi-album deal with FiXT, marking a new chapter for the genre-mixing band and their relationship with the label.

The partnership kicks off with the re-release of "Immolator," a high-energy collision of hard rock, metalcore, and alternative metal that pairs retro-inspired synthesizers with heavy guitars, rapid-fire rhythms, and a passionate vocal performance that erupts into explosive screams. With its combination of nostalgic electronics and modern heaviness, “Immolator” finds Young Medicine pushing their signature fusion of sound into even more aggressive territory while setting the stage for a new era of releases with FiXT. 

Rising synthwave rockers Young Medicine pull the best from diverse genres to build a carefully constructed music identity that defies simple categorization. Thumping double-bass beats and crunchy guitar riffs hammer out hard-hitting rhythms while chorus lines partner with sparkling retro synth tones for a stunning mix of audio ideas. If synthwave and metal got together and started a boy band, the result might sound something like Young Medicine, who have put themselves on the map as pioneers for a new era by bringing rockstar swagger to the retrowave movement. 

"Immolator" is out now on all platforms from FiXT.

Watch the “Immolator" Visualizer HERE.

American Hardcore/Metalcore band Faded Line released their new album "The Only Way Out Is Through". The release was recorded at "Overit Studios" in Albany NY, produced and mixed by Dave Parker, and mastered by Creep Records.

Check out the album linked below:

https://open.spotify.com/album/3nNAGW1L2VFl9X4cwaNtBs

Formed in 2021, Northeast hardcore act Faded Line unites seasoned veterans from the Massachusetts and New York scenes. Powered by vocalist Vegas Nacy, guitarists Jeff Manion and Mike Prout, bassist Carlo D'Amato, and drummer Walter "Monsta" Ryan, the lineup boasts pedigree in iconic bands such as Murphy’s Law, Madball, Machine Head, DRI, Silence Equals Death, and The Clay People. Faded Line channels this deep underground history into a crushing live presence, having shared stages with heavyweights including Life Of Agony, Sick Of It All, Biohazard, Slapshot, and Possessed.

German Atmospheric Black Metal band Sternweh released their new album "Sehnflucht". The release was recorded, mixed and mastered in the band's home studio by Christian Witt.

Check out the album linked below:

https://sternweh.bandcamp.com/album/sehnflucht

https://open.spotify.com/album/0QG8BAALVpdJEO7k4694Iq

Formed in Germany in 2025, Sternweh is an independent atmospheric black metal and shoegaze project created by multi-instrumentalist and horror/fantasy author Christian Witt, with occasional vocal contributions from his wife, Yvonne. Exploring themes of cosmic longing, escapism, and emotional isolation, the project contrasts crushing guitar walls and desperate screams with fragile acoustic passages and clear vocals.

Colombian Melodic/Progressive Death Metal band Nero released their new album "Iter Umbrae". The release was recorded, mixed and mastered by Mauricio Gallón in Soundblast Studios.

Check out the album linked below:

https://nero14.bandcamp.com/album/iter-umbrae

Formed in Colombia in 2019, Nero is a melodic death metal outfit infused with doom and progressive influences. Fronted by lead vocalist Isabel Andujar alongside guitarists Ruben Dario and Andy Lasso, bassist Leonardo Trujillo, and drummer Andres Lopez, the band explores philosophy, consciousness, and human introspection. Nero showcases their technical skill and musical diversity through their debut studio album «Iter Umbrae». Grounded in Jungian concepts of the shadow self, the album invites listeners on a transformative journey into the hidden psyche, confronting the repressed impulses and internal forces that shape human identity.

Alternative rockers PRAYERS ELECTRIC has released a couple of EPs, with all new music also in the works. Some shows are set, with more music to be made that will make people enjoy it! The band talks about all of this below.

1. Please tell us about the history of your band and its members.

I’m Jem, and I play guitar and sing. Farris plays drums and sings backing vocals. We met in a four-piece called Drat. He originally came in to cover a gig after the drummer left, learned the songs and ended up staying.

When the other members moved on, Farris and I kept playing together because we enjoyed it. We still had gigs to honor too, so there was a practical reason to carry on. I split my guitar into guitar and octave-down bass, and we started working out what the two of us could do. That became Prayers Electric.

2. What’s the origin of the band’s name?

Farris came to me with Electric Prayers. He said it reminded him of those neon church signs you see in places like Las Vegas. I turned it around to Prayers Electric and we both loved it. He came up with the words; I just swapped them round!

3. Where is the band based out of and what is your music scene like there? Are there any local bands you could recommend?

I’m in Old Trafford and Farris lives on the Wirral, but we’re a Manchester band at heart. There’s plenty going on here, and I like hearing bands who have their own ideas about what a song can be.

YAANG and Dead Stilettos are both well worth a listen. Seeing people around us making interesting music makes me want to get back in the room and make something.

4. How would you describe your style?

I’d say alternative rock with big riffs, a lot of fuzz and something you can dance to. There’s a punk energy to it, but we both love a catchy melody. My guitar is LOUD, and Farris gets the whole thing moving on the drums.

It sounds great, it’s fun and it’s a bit silly. We take the music seriously, but we like enjoying ourselves onstage too. Come and watch us. That’ll probably explain it better than I can!

5. What have you released so far and what can someone expect from your works?

We’ve released two EPs, No Hope or Cause and Going Round Again. The newer one came out in August, and “Eyeballs” is a good place to start. Expect riffs and hooks, hopefully a few that stay with you. We’re very proud of both records, and I hope you like them.

I hear us finding our feet as a pair across those EPs. We’ve already improved so much, and I’m excited to hear things getting more polished as we keep going. I can’t wait to see where we take it next. Both EPs are also out together on CD and pink cassette, a nice little capsule of our work so far.

6. Do you have any new music in the works?

Yeah, we’re trying a lot of new things out. I’ve been drawing inspiration for new chords and harmonies from The Beatles, and Farris has talked about how listening to Queens of the Stone Age has been feeding into what we do.

There’ll be new songs popping up in our live sets while we work out which ones will go on the next release. It’ll be good to get them in front of people and see how they feel outside the rehearsal room.

7. How about playing shows and touring, have anything planned out?

We’re playing Telford’s Warehouse in Chester on 9 October. We’d love to see you there. Beyond that, we want to get further around the North West and the rest of the UK. I’d love to put a proper UK tour together, but that isn’t booked yet. We put the confirmed dates on our website:

https://www.prayerselectric.co.uk/

8. What plans do you have for the future as a band?

Farris said his priority is to make music we love and for people to enjoy it, and anything beyond that is a bonus. I think that’s a good way to look at it. I’d love a UK tour and some bigger festivals as well. Mostly, I want us to keep getting better and keep enjoying it. We’ve come a long way already, and I’m excited about what happens if we keep going.

9. Where can we listen to your band and where can we buy your stuff?

You can hear us on Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp, and watch the “Eyeballs” video on YouTube. For merch, we’ve got CDs, cassettes and T-shirts on Bandcamp. 

Our website brings the music, videos and show dates together: https://www.prayerselectric.co.uk/

Bandcamp: https://prayerselectric.bandcamp.com/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0X5CXsoyJe9jGKFWFlEn0L

“Eyeballs” video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZTRyVgYQ6M

10. What is it you’d like a listener to remember the most when hearing your music for the first time?

How much fun we are, hopefully! People tell us the songs are catchy, and I hope they’re right, because my goodness, they get stuck in my head. If someone comes away humming something and wanting to hear it again, I’d be very happy with that. Even better if it makes them want to come and have a dance at a show.

Melodic death metal band CROWEN have released an array of singles and EP release but have yet to release a full-length album. The band discusses that debut album, themselves, and the plans ahead.

1. Please tell us about the history of your band and its members.

The band was formed in 2019, basically because I needed an outlet for my music. I had a lot of riffs and ideas coming all the time, and I wanted to get them out there, so I decided to start a project called Crowen. Sami Sandberg is our lead guitarist and joined last year. Sami and I used to play together in Rain Of Acid, so he was already a familiar guy and a natural choice. On “I Live On Darkness And Sorrow”, Tuomas Saukkonen (Wolfheart, Before The Dawn) played drums as a session musician.

2. What’s the origin of the band’s name?

Crowen comes from combining the words “crow” and “raven”. I just felt there was something mysterious about it.

3. Where is the band based out of and what is your music scene like there? Are there any local bands you could recommend?

We live in different parts of Finland. I’m based in the Helsinki area and Sami lives in Ostrobothnia. The music is created here where I live, and I send demos to Sami. He then develops his own leads and solos, and that’s basically how we work. The recording is done in my own studio.

The music scene is alive and doing well here. There are a lot of good new metal bands around. One of my favorites is the dark folk band Noiduin. They have a unique and dark style that I really like.

4. How would you describe your style?

I think the foundation of our music is melodic death metal. There are definitely elements of atmospheric metal and folk metal, and I think you’ll also hear some black metal influences on the upcoming album. I don’t want to put our music strictly into the melodic death metal box. If I get an idea to do something different, then I’ll do it. I don’t think music needs to be so restricted by genres, as long as what you’re doing feels genuine.

5. What have you released so far and what can someone expect from your works?

In Arms (2020) Single

Exosus (2021) Single

Prophecy (2021) EP

Dark Forever (2024) Single

Where the Darkness Falls (2024) EP

Ember Wraith (2025) Single

The Unwritten End (2026) Single

Through the Dying Mist (2026) EP

I Live On Darkness And Sorrow (2026) Single

You can expect melancholy, sadness, darkness, heaviness and beauty from our music. There is also a strong emphasis on atmosphere and melody. Our older material is more straightforward melodic death metal.

6. Do you have any new music in the works?

Right now, we’re working on our first full-length album. The album will be a journey deeper into darkness, melancholy and sorrow, but there will still be beauty in the middle of all that. It’s built in a way that starts off with more aggression and intensity, and then gradually becomes more atmospheric towards the end.

7. As far as shows and touring, what is on the agenda?

At the moment we’re still a studio band. We’re looking for a drummer, and once we find one, we can start rehearsing and eventually start thinking about playing live shows. I have to say, finding the right drummer has been pretty difficult, but I’m sure we’ll find one if we keep looking.

8. What else do you have planned for the rest of this year?

Once we have the demos for the upcoming album finished, we’ll start working on them properly in the studio and recording all the instrumental tracks for the album. At the same time, I’ll be writing the lyrics. When all the songs are finished, I want to record all the vocals around the same time. I could record some of them earlier, but I want to keep a certain connection between the songs, so I prefer to record the vocals roughly during the same period.

9. Where can we find you online, listen to your band and where can we buy your stuff?

Our official website is http://crowenofficial.net. You can find our social media links and other information there.

At the moment, the only shirts we have available are based on the “Dark Forever” single. You can find them here: https://www.unomas.fi/en/category/crowen.

10. What is it you’d like a listener to remember the most when hearing your music for the first time?

Most of all, I want the listener to be left with a feeling of melancholy, beauty and a certain sense of danger. I want the music to take you away from this world for a moment and into another, darker place. At the same time, I want you to really feel the aggression in the music. It’s not supposed to be only beautiful and melancholic.