WARRANT (GER)
"THE SPEED OF METAL"
Thrash Metal
Release date: 31.10.2025
(MASSACRE RECORDS)

The motto of the North Rhine-Westphalian power/speed metal band Warrant is clear: quality over quantity.

Founded in 1983 and reunited in 1999 after a few years' hiatus, the band is releasing its third studio album in 2025, fronted by Jörg Juraschek.

But even after the first few notes of the track Falling Down, it's clear that the album is a real banger.

CD/ LP:

1. Blood Moon Prelude
2. Cut into Pieces
3. Demons
4. Falling Down
5. Windy City (The Sweet cover)
6. Cry Out
7. Salvation
8. Regain the Fire
9. It's Up to You (re-recording)
10. Scream for Metal

FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH
"BEST OF - VOLUME 2"
Heavy Metal
Release date: 24.10.2025
(Better Noise Music)

The follow-up to "Best of Volume 1" from multi-platinum hard rock powerhouse Five Finger Death Punch commemorating the band's 20 year anniversary. "Best Of Volume 2" - mirrors its counterpart "Best of Volume 1" which released worldwide on July 18. It's the second half of the collection of re-recorded epic Five Finger Death Punch hits. Together, these two albums define the band's impressive history. With over 8 billion streams, 16 #1 hits at Active Rock Radio, and a massive catalog of RIAA-certified gold and platinum releases, Five Finger Death Punch stands as one of the dominating forces in rock. "Best Of - Volume 2" includes a brand-new version of "The End" featuring Japan's very own Baby Metal. This release celebrates the band’s past while charging full-force in...

STILLBIRTH
"SURVIVAL PROTOCOL"
Death Metal
Release date: 31.10.2025
(Reigning Phoenix Music)

STILLBIRTH are a sonic tsunami of slamming brutality, merging death metal, grindcore, and deathcore into one devastating force. Hailing from Hagen, Germany, they’ve been demolishing stages worldwide since 1999 with filthy grooves, blast beats, and unstoppable energy. Their intense live shows are a chaotic celebration of destruction and party vibes, surf shorts and circle pits included. They’ve conquered the US, Europe, and Asia, shredding through festivals like Summer Breeze Open Air, Obscene Extreme, and Party.San Metal Open Air. Their upcoming concept album "Survival Protocol" unleashes apocalyptic heaviness with sharpened songwriting and crushing intent. STILLBIRTH are a full-blown death metal carnival that leaves nothing but wreckage in its wake. 

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ZAKK SABBATH
"GREATEST RIFFS"
Doom Heavy Metal
Release date: 26.09.2025
(PROPHECY PRODUCTIONS)

ZAKK SABBATH, the preeminent BLACK SABBATH tribute band featuring guitarist and vocalist Zakk Wylde, bassist Blasko, and drummer Joey Castillo are back to sell their souls for rock 'n' roll! "Greatest Riffs" is a 10-track retrospective of pure BLACK SABBATH worship, with choice cuts pulled from across the massively received albums "Vertigo", "Doomed Forever Forever Doomed" and "Vol. 4 Redux". "Greatest Riffs" features blistering ZAKK SABBATH renditions of songs originally appearing on the Birmingham four's undeniable classics "Master of Reality", "Paranoid", "Vol. 4", and the self-titled debut LP. Founded by BLACK LABEL SOCIETY frontman Zakk Wylde, renowned for his many years as lead guitarist for OZZY OSBOURNE and now PANTERA, alongside OZZY OSBOURNE and ROB ZOMB...

MOONSPELL
"OPUS DIABOLICUM - THE ORCHESTRAL LIVE SHOW"
Black/ Dark Metal
Release date: 31.10.2025
(NAPALM RECORDS)

The heavy metallic power of Portuguese dark metal pioneers MOONSPELL meets the classical magnitude of the 45-piece Lisbon Sinfonietta Orchestra - one of Portugal's finest orchestras - conducted by maestro Vasco Pearce de Azevedo! 

October 26, 2024 saw MOONSPELL performing their first-ever symphonic show, dubbed ""Opus Diabolicum"", at the MEO Arena in Lisbon, Portugal’s capital city. The band made history at this unforgettable live event, adding another magnificent chapter to both metal music made in Portugal and their very own legacy. Now, a year later, this monumental event can be yours to view anytime, available in DVD/Blu-ray, 2 CD, Black and Colored Vinyl and Digital formats via Napalm Records on October 31, 2025.

On ""Opus Diabolicum"", the band ...

RUNEMAGICK
"CYCLE OF THE DYING SUN - DAWN OF ASHEN REALMS"
Doom/ Viking/ Folk Metal
Release date: 31.10.2025
(HAMMERHEART RECORDS)

Relentless mid-tempo Death/Doom Metal! A Crushing descent into dust, ruin and the old ways!

“Cycle of the Dying Sun (Dawn of Ashen Realms)” marks a new era for the Runemagick entity. Entirely composed and performed by Nicklas Rudolfsson, vocals, guitars, bass, synthesizers, and drums, the album channels the stripped down, immersive, and slow-burning spirit of early Runemagick while also introducing new sonic shades and meditative depth. A few carefully chosen guests were invited to contribute additional dimensions, further expanding the album’s ceremonial atmosphere.

Six core compositions form the foundation across all formats. The CD and digital editions go even deeper, offering four extended tracks that enrich the journey with further lay...