XANDRIA – The beautiful and surprising musical eclipse
Chart-topping German symphonic metal icons Xandria will release their new studio album, Eclipse, on August 7th 2026, via Napalm Records. Read more in our review!
AMBERIAN DAWN – Welcome to the Temptation’s Gates now
Finnish symphonic metal band Amberian Dawn ushers in a new era with their ninth album, Temptation’s Gates, introducing new vocalist Nicole Willerton and a noticeably heavier, guitar-driven sound. Packed with soaring melodies, symphonic grandeur and infectious hooks, the album delivers an energetic collection of memorable anthems from start to finish. Discover more on Dave’s review!
KATE’S ACID – A complete exploit of heavy metal
Belgian heavy/speed metal legend Kate’s Acid is back with a brand-new line-up and full-length via High Roller Records, Hellbender. Read Dave’s review here below!
XTASY – The truth about the phoenix
Spanish melodic hard rock band XTASY is back and stronger than ever, with this their explosive new album Pheonix, out now via Art Of Melody Music / Burning Minds Music Group. Read our review here!
STAINLESS – Here is the astonishing Lady Of Lust & Steel
Emerging from Portland, Oregon, in 2022, Stainless blend hard rock grit with heavy metal muscle and a touch of glam flair. Their debut album Lady of Lust & Steel cements them as a band unafraid to embrace old-school swagger while keeping their sound razor-sharp and contemporary. read Dave’s review here!
THE GEMS – You need to know that the Year of the Snake is here!
Rock sensation The Gems return with their second album Year of the Snake. With this 14 track release, the Swedish trio are solidifying their position as a strong player in the modern hard rock scene. Read more in our review here!
MYSTFALL – The secrets of the embers of a dying world
Mystfall return with Embers of a Dying World — a breathtaking journey through Mediterranean symphonic metal grandeur. Guided by Marialena Trikoglou’s soaring soprano, the album blends operatic power, cinematic darkness, and Celtic elegance into ten epic tracks that will enchant fans of Nightwish and Epica alike.
SHATTERHEART – Floundering through this infernal symphony now
The symphonic metal scene may be crowded, but every so often a band emerges that completely captivates. Sweden’s Shatterheart does just that with their debut album Infernal Symphony — a powerful blend of melody, drama, and gothic grandeur. With production by Fredrik Nordström (In Flames, Architects), this thrilling release proves the genre still has fresh fire to offer.
GREYWIND – The important road to severed heart city
The Irish emo/alternative rock duo Greywind, formed by siblings Steph and Paul O’Sullivan, is back with the brand-new killer album Severed Heart City out via FLG. Read Dave’s review here!
AETHERNA – The stunning journey of Evathor is out now
Evathor is a journey within and beyond consciousness, between blinding lights and inner shadows, dystopian visions and spiritual awakenings. Join us to discover more about the progressive metal band Aetherna.
BEYOND THE BLACK – What Happens When You Break the Silence Now
German symphonic metal band Beyond The Black have become one of the most exciting forces in modern symphonic metal, and Break the Silence confirms it.
EDENBRIDGE – Set the Dark on Fire Right Now
With their 12th studio album Set The Dark On Fire due to be released on the 16th January and their return to the Steamhammer/SPV label, Edenbridge explores new soundscapes without abandoning their tried and tested trademarks.
CORONATUS – In this wonderful and dreadful waters
German symphonic metal collective CORONATUS proudly announce their upcoming studio album Dreadful Waters via Massacre Records, a dark and ambitious exploration of the mysteries, dangers and mythic forces of the sea.
HOLLOW PEAK – Empower your obsidian cult out
Norwegian melodic metal newcomers Hollow Peak and debut album Obsidian Cult marks the comeback of ex-Theatre of Tragedy, Ragnhild Westgaard. Discover more on our review here.
PTOLEMEA – Drowning in a lush and awesome travel through Kali
Luxembourgish/Portuguese atmospheric rock project Ptolemea is back with her second full-lenght Kali via Raging Planet Records.
BERGFRIED – Watch out for the beautiful Romantik III
The Austro-Hungarian duo Bergfied is back with”Romantik III ! Follow Anna’s journey through hell is your gateway to an 80s-fueled rock masterpiece.
BATTLE BEAST – The Truth about Steelbound
Few bands capture the spirit of modern power metal quite like Battle Beast. Fronted by the phenomenal Noora Louhimo, the Finnish outfit Battle Beast continues to blur the lines between metal, pop, and 80s rock excess—delivering an album that’s as explosive as it is infectious. Out now on Nuclear Blast Records
ELETTRA STORM – Welcome to the outstanding world of Evertale
Elettra Storm from Italy took the power metal scene by storm with the flawless 2024’s debut album Powerlords. Now, they are back with their second album Evertale album out of 24th October via Scarlet Records. Read Dave’s review here!
SECRET RULE – For more unconditional X year
Italy’s. melodic modern metallers celebrate 10 years of activity with the aptly named X via Rockshots Records. This release marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the band
DATOG – From Germany to Babylon with triumph
Born from a lockdown charity project, Dirkschneider And The Old Gang (DATOG) now delivers their powerful full-length debut Babylon (out Oct 3rd, 2025), a 12-track hard rock and heavy metal spectacle for fans of the genre.