SABATON
"THE WAR TO END ALL WARS"
Power/ True Heavy Metal
Year:12.03.2022
(NUCLEAR BLAST)

Since SABATON's inception on the threshold of the 21st century, these fierce Swedes have been conquering battlefield after battlefield –of course, only those musical front lines-and along this intrepid path, the band has practically done and seen it all within the realms of explosive heavy metal.SABATON’s tenth album, „The War to End All Wars“ was written and recorded in 2021 during the COVID global pandemic. The band has crafted a concept album of 11 brand new songs that dive deep into previously unexplored atrocities, miracles and events tied to the early 20th century's World War I. CD:01. Sarajevo02. Stormtroopers03. Dreadnought04. The Unkillable Soldier05. Soldier Of Heaven06. Hellfig...

BATTLE BEAST
"CIRCUS OF DOOM"
Symphonic Female Heavy Metal
Year:21.01.2022
(NUCLEAR BLAST)

After re-signing to Nuclear Blast in early 2021, the Finnish heavy metal sextet BATTLE BEAST are once again getting ready to unleash their force upon the world in the shape of their brand new masterpiece »Circus Of Doom«. The album is set to be released on January 21st 2022 via Nuclear Blast and the first single will be revealed soon, on October 22nd.The new album »Circus Of Doom« was recorded at JKB Studios in Helsinki, Finland and produced and mixed by keyboardist Janne Björkroth, while the stunning artwork was created by Jan Yrlund.CD / Digibook:01. Circus Of Doom02. Wings Of Light03. Master Of Illusion04. Where Angels Fear To Fly05. Eye Of The Storm06. Russian Roulette07. Freedom...

HAMMERFALL
"HAMMER OF DAWN"
True Heavy Metal
Year:25.02.2022
(NAPALM RECORDS)

"The Swedish saviors of heavy metal HAMMERFALL let the hammer strike again, radiating power on all artistic levels with their twelfth studio album, Hammer Of Dawn! When HAMMERFALL released their debut album, Glory To The Brave, in 1997, they not only brought a breath of fresh air into the metal scene, but also managed to trigger a gargantuan boom for traditional heavy metal. Up until today, HAMMERFALL has released several massive albums bursting with distinctive strength that assuredly won’t disappoint, just as can be expected of Hammer Of Dawn. Hammer Of Dawn starts off with remarkable opener “Brotherhood”, a hymn echoing the deep friendship of bandleaders Joacim Cans and Oscar Dronjak, but also serving as a shout-out to their loyal Templars. Title track “Hammer...

KREATOR
"VIOLENT REVOLUTION REISSUE"
Thrash Metal
Year:21.01.2022
(NUCLEAR BLAST)

‘Violent Revolution’ is without question an excellent album. While in some ways it does hark back to the glories of the band’s earlier days, nonetheless it does not sound at all nostalgic. The performances and production values are very much part of the contemporary era, and the strength of the compositions themselves are of the highest values. Rising to the challenge offered by a new generation of ambitious metal bands, Kreator proved they were far from being a spent force. Unlike so many of their peers, here was a band who still had so much creativity to offer, and were also clearly excited themselves by what they were doing. And when you hear the band themselves enjoying the entire process, then you know this is a bonafide revitalisation.“I f...

KREATOR
"ENDORAMA ULTIMATE EDIT. "
Thrash Metal
Year:17.12.2021
(AFM RECORDS)

- The 9th studio album by Thrash Metal legends KREATOR- remastered by Jens Bogren (Arch Enemy, Sepultura, Amon Amarth, Paradise Lost a.m.m.)- For the first time as official label Vinyl release as a Ltd. Gtf. 2LPThe legendary "Endorama" Album by KREATOR - finally in it's Ultimate and remastered Edition with lots of bonus material!Kreator surely need no introduction to anyone at this point. The Germans were among the distinctive bands who helped to shape and fashion the emerging thrash style in the 1980s. And through such landmark albums as 'Pleasure To Kill' (1986), 'Terrible Certainty' ('87) and 'Coma Of Souls ('90), they had stamped their own hallmark of quality, passion and aggression, in the process pro...

FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY
"OH WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS"
Death Metal
Year:14.01.2022
(NUCLEAR BLAST)

Survival depends on evolution. As conditions change and tides turn, we must change with them in order to stay one step ahead of the coming challenges. It’s clear that Fit For An Autopsy have embraced that mantra as they continue to perpetually evolve with each subsequent body of work. Notjust blurring, but eradicating the lines between technical metal virtuosity, death metal menace, hardcore intensity, melodic insidiousness, and abstract approaches, the New Jersey band embody an uncompromising vision of their own.The six-piece—Joseph Badolato [vocals], Patrick Sheridan [guitar], Timothy Howley [guitar], Will Putney [guitar], Peter Blue Spinazola [bass], and Josean Orta Martinez [drums]— perfect this approach on their sixth full-length offering, Oh Wha...

BEHEMOTH
"IN ABSETIA DEI"
Blackened/ Death Metal
Year:17.12.2021
(NUCLEAR BLAST)

“PRETTY DAMN METAL” - Decibel“IN ABSENTIA DEI IS AN ACT OF DEFIANCE” - Kerrang“BEHEMOTH HAVE MASTERED A NEW ELEMENT OF THEIR REPERTOIRE THAT PLAINLY ASSERTS THAT THEY ARE ONE OF THE MOST COMPLETE ARTISTS IN ANY GENRE.” - KnotfestBEHEMOTH are proud to present ‘In Absentia Dei’ as Blu Ray, Vinyl and CD for the first time. The ground-breaking immersive livestream spectacular which first broadcast in September 2020 from Poland offered fans a much welcomed escape during the height of the pandemic. The event was said to set a new standard for streaming events in the future and this was something Behemoth set out to achieve from the start, Nergal explains:‘In Absentia Dei was a massive challen...

HYPOCRISY
"WORSHIP"
Death Metal
Year:26.11.2021
(NUCLEAR BLAST)

With governments finally admitting that UFOs do in fact exist, and humanity attempting to heal from a state of recent crisis, the timing couldn’t be more appropriate for the newest addition to the HYPOCRISY catalog: WORSHIP. Aptly titled, the album cover shows a mass of humans reaching up mindlessly to the sky as glowing spaceships shaped like the HYPOCRISY crosses sigil beam down to descend upon earthen civilizations and Mayan temples. Designed by artist Blake Armstrong (Kataklysm, In Flames, Carnifex, etc.), WORSHIP’s artwork speaks to the history of the relationship between humanity and extraterrestrials. “They’re coming back to collect,” explains founder and HYPOCRISY mastermind Peter Tägtgren.It has been 8 long years since the last rec...

INFECTED RAIN
"ECDYSIS"
Metalcore/ Prog Metal
Year:07.01.2022
(NAPALM RECORDS)

INFECTED RAIN unleashes futuristic metallic brutality on otherworldly Ecdysis!Since forming in 2008, Moldovan progressive modern metal unit INFECTED RAIN have become one of the most exciting new acts in the heavy music world, with multi-talented frontwoman Lena Scissorhands emerging as one of the fastest-rising leading ladies of the genre. Now, after amassing a slew of new fans since the release of their acclaimed 2019 album, Endorphin, the band redefine themselves with its highly anticipated follow up – the futuristic rebirth, Ecdysis. The album electrifies with resonating riffs, cosmic electronics, Lena’s treasure trove of vocal abilities and intense lyrical themes ranging from depression and abandonment to embracing reality – showcasing the band’s ...

EREB ALTOR
"VARGTIMMAN"
Epic Black Metal
Year:14.01.2022
(HAMMERHEART RECORDS)

In the age of the Wolf Ereb Altor leads the way. Powerful Epic Pagan Metal that is way ahead of the pack!Ereb Altor always promises one thing with each release: Epic, Folk-blended Metal inspired by the Norse legends. “Vargtimman” shakes things up again with a true and sincere Pagan theme in its lyrics and art. Each song delivers majestic riffs and some of the best vocal work from the band. Sharp Heavy Metal riffs, Nordic melodies, catchy choruses and pounding drums burst set the tone for the rest of the album. This killer album must have made Quorthon smile, so check it if you like: Bathory’s epic years, Grand Magus, Primordial, Enslaved, WardrunaTRACKLIST CD/ LP:1.  I Have the Sky2.  Vargtimman3. Fe...

DEATH ANGEL
"THE BASTARD TRACKS"
Thrash Metal
Year:21.11.2021
(NUCLEAR BLAST)

The Bastard Tracks…the deep cuts of an album. The songs you don’t hear often when you go to see your favorite bands live, although they may be among some of your personal favorite tracks!Well, Death Angel wanted to do something about that! The band put together a set list dubbed “The Bastard Tracks”. They then performed it in the middle of a pandemic at The Great American Music Hall in San Francisco on May 22nd, 2021, and streamed it worldwide the following week. The Bay Area thrashers dig deep into their catalog to perform older favorites, newer classics and songs that have never been performed live before. You’ll hear the stories behind the songs, and get a glimpse into the collective minds and souls of DEATH ANGEL.Recorded live b...

EXODUS
"PERSONA NON GRATA"
Thrash Metal
Year:19.11.2021
(NUCLEAR BLAST)

When we think of the phrase Bonded By Blood, we think of two things: a brotherhood that is meant to outlast the trials of war, pain, and time... and the almighty EXODUS. With a bond forged in youth and decades-old friendship, the undisputed masters of thrash metal return with their eleventh studio album: PERSONA NON GRATA due to be released early fall 2021 via Nuclear Blast Records. Literally translating to “an unwelcome” or “unacceptable” person, PERSONA NON GRATA touches on themes of modern societal disgust and degradation. “The people that disgust you - cut ‘em outlike cancer,” explains guitarist Gary Holt. “Who is that person? It could be anybody. That’s up to the listener. Who is ‘Persona Non Grata’ to them?”...

SABATON
"THE GREAT SHOW PRAGUE/ 20TH ANNIV. SHOW WACKEN"
True Heavy Metal
Year:26.11.2021
(NUCLEAR BLAST)

Multi-Platinum Swedish metal band SABATON today announces the limited-edition, live-in-concert, double-DVD/Blu-Ray, “The Great Show,” and “The 20th Anniversary Show,” both set for release on November 19 (Nuclear Blast).  Both titles were filmed during the band’s 2019-2020 "The Great Tour“ world trek, and both feature special guest performers. Track listings are below; pre-orders begin today and can be placed here:  https://sabat.one/TheGreatShow "The 20th Anniversary Show" (watch trailer) is comprised of SABATON’s jaw-dropping, two-hour headline concert filmed in front of 75,000 fans at Germany’s Wacken Open Air Festival - coincidentally, celebrating its 30th anniversary - on August 1, 2019.  “The Gre...

ME AND THAT MAN
"NEW MAN, NEW SONGS, SAME SHIT, VOL.2"
Blues/ Folk/ Country
Year:19.11.2021
(NAPALM RECORDS)

"Behemoth mastermind Adam “Nergal” Darski has signed a menacing pact with the devil once again, returning with dark folk/blues/Americana influenced solo project ME AND THAT MAN’s third full-length studio album, New Man, New Songs, Same Shit, Vol.2, on November 19, 2021 via Napalm Records.As a sequel to the project’s previous record, New Man, New Songs, Same Shit, Vol.1 (2020), the enthralling new offering follows the exciting path Nergal then set ablaze, once again featuring an abundance of heavy music icons – but this time, he takes it to a whole new level. Experience greats such as Gary Holt (Slayer, Exodus), Alissa White-Gluz (Arch Enemy), Randy Blythe (Lamb Of God), Myrkur, Devin Townsend, David Vincent, Doug Blair (W.A.S.P), Hank von Hell (Turbon...

OBSCURA
"A VALEDICTION"
Technical Death Metal
Year:19.11.2021
(NUCLEAR BLAST)

Germany-based metal band OBSCURA launch trilogy concept on stunning new album “A Valediction”. The group’s first (sixth overall) album for Nuclear Blast pivots on many fronts. Advanced, elegant, and yet refreshing, “A Valediction” sums up past endeavors effortlessly as it gazes with purpose and conviction into the future. OBSCURA are fan-renowned and critically acclaimed for challenging and then expanding upon norms. From “Cosmogenesis”(2009) through “Diluvium”(2018), the band flourished and made significant progress in a musical genre unprepared for a creative shot of German invention. “A Valediction” spearheads OBSCURA into a new era of extreme metal. Welcome to the next level! CD-DIGI:01. Forsak...