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Metalcore band The Beauty In Death has taken some time to talk about their music, playing live, and giving us some crazy stories as well. Check it out in the video below.

Modernized metal act ODE OF DISGRACE is NOT a disgrace but a pleasure, as this band has gone on to release an EP, array of singles, with all new songs set for release within the next few years! The band discusses with us, their music style, releases, and the plans for the future.

1. Where did you get the idea for the band name, you planned it or did it come out just like that?

The original guitarist and founder of this band Markus Lahti came up with the name in his teenage years back in 2011. We actually asked him and we were told that there was nothing special about the name actually, he just liked band names that had the two words and a “of” between them. Of course, the name handles disgrace as something to honor, which probably sounded good back then.

2. Why did you want to play this genre?

Ode of Disgrace’s musical direction has been developing for years, with its roots going back to the metalcore scene of the 2010s. Ever since we started in 2011, our sound has been gradually refined towards what it is today. It’s followed its own path, but at the same time, we’ve also drawn inspiration from the overall evolution of modern metal — for example, when it comes to tuning's.

3. Did you know each other before the band was formed?

When the band was founded in 2011, we already knew each other well — except for Valtteri. He joined us this summer after one of the band’s original members, Markus, stepped down from active duty and moved into a more production-oriented role behind the scenes. Valtteri came in as Markus’s replacement, and we actually got to know him during the filming of our music video for MISERIA, which he filmed. To put it shortly: apart from Valtteri, we’ve all known each other since middle school.

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

Some of us live in different cities, but all within less than 20 miles of each other. Most of us are currently based in a town called Järvenpää, which is about 20 miles north of Finland’s capital, Helsinki. Finland’s metal scene has actually been studied quite a lot, and it turns out we have the highest number of metal bands per capita in the world — so you could say the scene here is really strong. When it comes to modern metal in Finland, some of the bigger names are Atlas, Balance Breach, and Beyond Awareness.

5. Who or what inspires you to write songs?

Pessi: What inspires my songwriting can come from pretty much anything, sometimes it's other
bands, sometimes it's nature and quite often how I feel about certain events and feelings that I go
through. So the short answer to the question is: everything.

Roope: I like to think about the songwriting process like a puzzle: gathering and assembling the
pieces that fit together perfectly and combining them into a kind of time capsule, that contains the
spirit and the feelings of the time of its creation. Musically and lyrically I am mostly inspired by other
bands, nature and life with all its hardships and brightest moments.

Valtteri: My songwriting usually starts from me just jamming by myself, and if I play something that I
think sounds cool, I record it and try to figure something to go with it. Mostly I draw inspiration from
my own feelings, but sometimes I'm inspired by other bands and events happening around me or the
world in general.

6. What are your songs about? (What specific themes do they cover?)

Lyrics are sometimes about personal subjects, sometimes more about the aspects of human life and the morales we tend of tend not to live by. There is no specific broad term that could be used about the themes, since our last EP "ORBIS" and our upcoming EP "Under Grey Skies" have a different approach and themes from each other. Our desire is to bring in some thought provoking lyrics and we hope that everyone can find their own personal meaning for them.

7. Do you write your own songs? (Discuss the songwriting process in detail.)

Up until now, most of the songwriting has been handled by Markus, Pessi, and Roope, but going forward Valtteri will also play a big role in the writing process. In fact, he’s already composed a few songs that we’re currently working on. When it comes to arrangements, that’s something the whole band collaborates on together — everyone contributing with their own strengths and ideas on the structural side.

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

So far, we’ve released several singles and one EP called ORBIS in 2022. This fall we’re releasing our second EP, titled Under Grey Skies. From that record, the singles Bloodlust, Under Grey Skies, and Omen are already out. Our music is diverse and hits hard — you’ll find both high-energy tracks and more atmospheric ones. If you’re into a mix of growls and screams, harsh vocals alongside clean singing, and, of course, heavy breakdowns, then we definitely recommend checking out our work.

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

We have some new songs in the works right now and will probably have something new to release during the years 2026 and 2027.

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

Upcoming shows for the year 2025 are 13.9. at Mössön Musaklubi, Lahti and 22.11. at Skenesali, Vantaa. We have something planned for the year 2026, but it will be announced later.

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

In the future, we’re planning to head into the studio to record new material, as well as to play a lot of shows — and with high quality. We’re also putting a big focus on our live production. I’d say we’re definitely a band worth seeing live, since our shows are both powerful and visually striking.

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

You can find our music on all major streaming platforms — Spotify, Tidal, Deezer, and Apple Music are probably the most popular. We also have several music videos on YouTube that are definitely worth checking out! There might even be a new video coming later this year, so we highly recommend following our channel. You can also find us on social media: TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. Be sure to follow us. For merch T-shirts and hoodies, DM us on Instagram.

Pop punks PINE CREEK ACADEMY have been doing music for this act for sometime now, releasing two EPs, handful of singles, with an all new single out this fall! Some shows are set for play time as well, as the band goes into talks about it all right below.

1. Where did you get the idea for the band name, you planned it or did it come out just like that? 

The band name came from the area I grew up in. I lived off of Pine Creek drive and my house was always full of music growing up. The “Academy” part refers to my house being a self taught space for music. I learned a lot on my own in my basement when I was young.

2. Why did you want to play this genre?

I always liked pop punk from a young age. I’ve been in a pop group as well as a metal project so this was something fresh to do a genre in the middle. Which was more to my style. 

3. Did you know each other before the band was formed?

Me and Nick (bass player) are in a different band from this project. We also played in “Kulick” years ago. We often talked about starting our own project and eventually this group came together.

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

We are based out of Pennsylvania. In and around the Allentown area. The local scene here is incredible and there’s so many cool bands to recommend.

5. Who or what inspires you to write songs?

 The songs are often inspired from past emotions and experiences. Musically our influences are bands like knuckle puck, the story so far, state champs and mayday parade.

6. What are your songs about? (What specific themes do they cover?)

A lot of our songs are about loss. Or reflecting on life. I’ve always had a hard time with the thought of death and that shows in alot of our music 

7. Do you write your own songs? (Discuss the songwriting process in detail.)

Most of our songs start with simple demos we have. Then with our production team we create the end product. 

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

So far we’ve released two EPs .. “Rewind” and “Flying Saucer”. They content some of our most popular songs like “Bad Guy”, “Echo”, “Negativity” and “Rockstar”. We are currently in our 3rd Ep cycle and signed to “Theoria Records” The plan is to release the album mid fall. 

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

We’ve recently released 3 singles this year. Our next song “Dandelion” drops on September 25th featuring Jack The Underdog.

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

Our next show is October 25th in Philadelphia. We’ve done 2 small tours so far with a bunch of one off shows through our first 3 years as a band. 

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

Coming up we have our Album drop mid fall. We plan to keep releasing music and see where the rest takes us.

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

All of our music is now streaming across all platforms. You can find us on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and many more. Our website includes all of our socials as well as our merch site!

Rock n' rollers BULLETS AND OCTANE have over 10 albums, countless videos, and an all new album expected in 2026! The band talks of pushing the borders, expansion within themselves, and the future of it all.

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

Bullets and Octane formed in 1999 with most of the members from St. Louis, Missouri transplanted to Los Angeles, California signed with RCA records in 2004 with a major label album “in the mouth of the young”.

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

In the first year, the band was auditioning, a whole slew of guitar players, and one random guy just happened to suggest calling the band Bullets and Octane. We were all young, and it just seemed to work as a placeholder for the moment and then it just ended up sticking, ha ha wasn’t much thought put into it as there should’ve been so here we are lol.

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

With her origins from St. Louis Missouri, we would play with Story Of The Year and any big national touring act that would come through our town. But we knew we had to migrate to a more suitable flourishing land such as Los Angeles, California. We really cut our teeth playing at chain reaction in Orange County, California along with the Viper room in Los Angeles before things really picked up.

4. How would you describe your style?

And while it’s always been a little difficult for a band to nail down a full blown description of their style or sound, we have always stuck to keeping it as simple as “rock and roll” focused on catchy, vocal, melodies and guitar riffs. It may vary from album to album or sound ever so slightly but it’s still rock ‘n’ roll.

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

Bullets and Octane has released over 10 different albums over 30 something music videos, and be on the lookout for a brand new full length by the end of 2026 with special Guest guitar player Steve Stevens on the album.

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

The new album is going to be epic, lots of killer Guitar work on this upcoming Bullets album. Probably one of the heavier albums we have put out in a long time. Excited to share every twist and turn definitely an adventurous piece of work. Look forward to this at the tail end of 2026.

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

As far as right now we are finishing up the mastering portion of the album and there is plans of doing a little run in the UK followed up with more show announcements that will be posted. Super excited to get back out on the road and play these new songs live.

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

Well, with the ever-changing landscape of the music industry, especially with social media and streaming I feel like there’s a lot more avenues and opportunity. That’s a little different than the old-school way of turning out an album and touring. We are very much looking forward to doing more interesting, collaborations videos, and finding new fresh musical in visual expressions but who knows what’s on the horizon with all of the crazy AI happening out there. The focus is the optimism of what new Roads present themselves for the music business.

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

Definitely check out Bullets and Octane on Spotify and go to our Bullets and Octane official social media Instagram for all the crazy antics and updates show, announcements releases, etc. looking forward to all the crazy antics to come.

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

B&O is a rock ‘n’ roll band that likes to push the borders and expand upon the traditional ideas of a chaotic rock ‘n’ roll band with an appetite for fun, love and chaos, and we highly emphasize. I’m not taking ourselves too serious, and just to have a good time life’s too short, so come join us on our journey scream along with some fun, loving rock ‘n’ roll.

Pop/rock 80's inspired band NIGHTCATCHER have their debut album "Nightcatcher Volume I", out and about, with them releasing their latest single off it titled "Into The Night". Follow-up sophomore album is in the works and expected soon. The band goes into discussion about this release, the single, and future plans.

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

It's a new band/project — not even a year old yet. It's a one-man project, so it's pretty easy to talk about the members when there's only one. So, not a lot of history yet — it’s a bit too early for that question🙂.

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

There weren’t any deep or big thoughts behind the name. It’s an ’80s-style project, so my girlfriend and I bounced around ideas over a few beers one night, and ended up with ‘NightCatcher.’ We thought it sounded cool and very ‘80s.

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

It’s based in Kastrup, Copenhagen, Denmark — in a Harry Potter-ish closet under the stairs, where my home studio is tucked away. There are a lot of metal bands based in Kastrup — I’d definitely recommend checking out Wasted, an old-school metal band. The scene in Kastrup is really thriving.

4. How would you describe your style?

It’s ’80s style! Every track is different from the others. Some songs use plugin drums, while others are recorded in the studio — so of course, there’s a different feel to each. But it all blends together into a pop/rock recipe.

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

‘Into The Night’ is the fourth single from the debut album NightCatcher Volume 1, set to be released later this year. You can expect an ’80s vibe with guitars, synths, and more — combined with lyrics mostly inspired by movies from the ’80s. ‘Into The Night’ is based on Hellraiser.

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

Album number two is already in the works. But in the meantime, there are three or four more singles on the way from this album.

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

That’s the tricky part about being a one-man band 😉. There are some loose plans for the future — I’ve got some great friends ready to help me play live, so maybe next year... fingers crossed!

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

For now, I'm focusing on this album and the upcoming single releases… or, well, not entirely — I’m already writing songs for the next album too. And hopefully, next year, there will be some live shows!

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

You can listen to NightCatcher on almost all digital platforms — and please do 😉. All four released songs have their own music videos, which you can check out on the YouTube channel. There’s nothing for sale yet — no merch in the works at the moment. I think I’ll wait until the live shows start.

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

"That this was fucking cool! And making people curious for more — that’s probably the coolest thing that can happen".

German Modern Thrash / Death Metal band Chasing Fear released their new single "Empires Falling". The release was recorded, mixed and mastered in the band's home studio by Robert Haug.

Check out the single linked below:

https://open.spotify.com/album/6Q2Qf7xrBZRxnspUCCL5P3

Chasing Fear, formed in 2021 in Ebersbach an der Fils, Germany, deliver a fierce mix of Thrash, Melodic Death, Groove, and Metalcore. The band — Aaron Rumscheidt (vocals), Mathias Mezei(bass), Daniel Schumann (drums), Markus Haug (rhythm guitar, backing vocals), and Robert Haug (lead guitar)—made their live debut in 2023, quickly earning attention for their explosive energy and genre-blending sound. With intense performances and growing recognition, Chasing Fear continue to carve their place in the modern metal scene.

With their debut album “Rubidium” just weeks away from being unleashed on Exitus Stratagem Records on August 22, 2025, blackened death metal collective Visitant presents their third and final pre-release single ‘Briars’ accompanied by a beautiful music video that visualizes the band's immersive dreamscapes. This composition serves as a powerful statement piece, showcasing the full scope of Visitant's ability to craft ritualistic soundscapes that are both aggressive and ethereal. As they put it, “such a beautiful representation of what is to come.”

The story of a man who, after realizing he’s died, pleads that it wasn’t his time yet, and as his pleas fall on non-existent ears, he comes to discover that everyone will be forgotten in the end. ‘Briars’ exemplifies the band's commitment to creating tasteful juxtapositions between the visceral and the beautiful. The track features the collaborative genius that has defined Visitant's approach: Taylor Tidwell's intricate guitar work, Anthony Lusk-Simone's orchestral arrangements and powerful drumming, Kilian Duarte's prominent bass lines that intensify the forward-pushing experience, and Chelsea Marrow's commanding vocal performance that channels personal experiences transformed into ghost stories.

The video for ‘Briars’ can be found HERE.

Swedish rock rogues Wolver encourage listeners to take the next step with them into the Mighty Realm of Evelas with new single ‘Vegas Hustler’, which released on August 8th, and comes replete with a brand-new video! The new offering comes from their titillating collection of songs, taken shape as their upcoming EP “Act II: Scene I - Birth of an Empire”, which is set to arrive on October 3rd, 2025, through Rexius Records!

When describing their new offering, Wolver have said: “’Vegas Hustler’ is about the chase of something that started out pure—recognition, love, a spark. But somewhere along the way, the thrill took over. The stakes rose, the mask slipped, and suddenly it wasn’t about being seen—it was about not getting caught, just barely slipping away. This song lives in that tension.”

The video for ‘Vegas Hustler’ can be found HERE.

Canadian Symphonic Death Metal band Archseraph released their new single "March". The single was recorded, mixed, and mastered in Québec City by David Lizotte.

Check out the single linked below:

https://open.spotify.com/album/7BuDbY29adrJcKf9qMl3OW

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D_2uzChpmnc

Archseraph, formed in Québec, Canada, fuses symphonic grandeur with death metal intensity. Founded by composer, pianist, and vocalist Thierry Paquet alongside drummer Alex Sanfaçon and guitarist Éli Gagné-Beck, the band debuted with Great Burning One (2015) and the EP Resurgence (2017). Bassist William Perron joined in 2018, completing the lineup before releasing Antagonist (2019). With a growing discography, Archseraph captivated audiences through powerful performances balancing brutality, beauty, and energy.

Industrial metal powerhouse Skumlove unleashes a brutal new spin on Jamiroquai’s classic hit "Deeper Underground", transforming the smooth, funk-driven track into a crushing industrial anthem. With heavy guitars, pounding rhythms, and Skumlove’s signature dark edged vocals, this cover takes the original into completely uncharted territory — fitting for a song about descending into the depths & tapping into the socially political charged climate we are in today.

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/album/4T63hNpsIiTi2XvuacHJ9B?si=jY5hC6tsTF2Om784t7UA9w

YOUTUBE:

https://youtu.be/teRPpAFj7o0

This past weekend, Crunchyroll debuted a new versus poster featuring Shinobu and Doma for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle!

 Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, the first feature film in the three-part cinematic trilogy, will come to theatres including IMAX® and premium large formats in the United States and Canada on September 12, 2025, distributed by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment.

 Original Story: Koyoharu Gotoge (JUMP COMICS / SHUEISHA)

Director: Haruo Sotozaki

Screenplay and Animation Production: ufotable

Synopsis: Tanjiro Kamado – a boy who joined an organization dedicated to hunting down demons called the Demon Slayer Corps after his younger sister Nezuko was turned into a demon. 

While growing stronger and deepening his friendships and bonds with fellow corps members, Tanjiro has battled many demons with his comrades – Zenitsu Agatsuma and Inosuke Hashibira. Along the way, his journey has led him to fight alongside the Demon Slayer Corps’ highest-ranking swordsmen, the Hashira, including Flame Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku aboard the Mugen Train, Sound Hashira Tengen Uzui within the Entertainment District, as well as Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito and Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji at the Swordsmith Village.

As the Demon Slayer Corps members and Hashira engaged in a group strength training program, the Hashira Training, in preparation for the forthcoming battle against the demons, Muzan Kibutsuji appears at the Ubuyashiki Mansion. With the head of the Demon Corps in danger, Tanjiro and the Hashira rush to the headquarters but are plunged into a deep descent to a mysterious space by the hands of Muzan Kibutsuji.

The destination of where Tanjiro and Demon Slayer Corps have fallen is the demons’ stronghold – the Infinity Castle. And so, the battleground is set as the final battle between the Demon Slayer Corps and the demons ignites.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is currently available to stream on Crunchyroll. Four albums from the series and four orchestral concerts are currently available on global music streaming platforms.

Official Website: demonslayer-anime.com

Official Facebook: facebook.com/DemonSlayer.anime

Official X: x.com/DemonSlayerUSA

 Check out the trailer HERE.