A semi-regular roundup from our mailbox, a little delayed from release day due to all the work around our Rocktoberfest yesterday!
Arch Enemy – “Liars and Thieves”
Swedish metal legends Arch Enemy unveil their latest single, “Liars & Thieves” from their upcoming album Blood Dynasty. The album announcement and the start of the pre-order phase coincided with the beginning of their European co-headline tour “Rising From The North” with In Flames on Oct 3rd in Glasgow.
Throughout the tour, “Liars & Thieves” has already been performed live, as the band teased the release of the new single on stage. Now, with the release of the digital single, fans worldwide can finally experience the track.
Listen to “Liars & Thieves” on your favourite DSP and watch the official video here.
Kreator – “666 – World Divided”
The mighty KREATOR have unleashed a video for a live version of their song “666 – World Divided”, another excerpt from their monumental live performance in Chile in April, 2023, which will be released as a digital album on November 19th, 2024.
Fans can relive the mayhem and massive circle pits that erupted throughout the night, showcasing the raw energy that only Kreator and their Chilean Hordes can command.
The studio version of the track was originally released as a stand-alone single in 2020 and as contribution to a split 7” with Lamb of God.
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Luponero – “Dad Bod Rok God”
Since self-releasing the single earlier this summer Finnish hard rock trio Luponero has been making waves with their debut single “Dad Bod Rok God”, a catchy anthem celebrating the timeless allure of rocking dads. Infused with humour and an infectious energy, the song caught the ears of the labelhead at Icons Creating Evil Art, who recently signed the band and are now looking to (re-)launch the viral-ready single as a priority release. This release marks a significant milestone for the band (formerly known as Marco Luponero & The Loud Ones), “Dad Bod Rok God” represents their first offering under the new name Luponero, signalling a fresh chapter in their musical journey. Marco Luponero from the band comments:
Joining forces with Icons Creating Evil Art feels like the perfect alignment for Luponero. Their fearless spirit and dedication to pushing boundaries mirror the very core of what we stand for—raw, unapologetic music that reflects the chaos and beauty of modern life. We couldn’t be more excited to take this journey together, forging something rebellious and deeply meaningful.
The Menstrual Cramps – “Class War”
Bristol-based punk band The Menstrual Cramps have revealed a video for their single “Class War” which is out now on Alcopop! Records.
The new visuals come ahead of the band’s October 2024 UK tour dates with cosmic punks WACO, with tickets on sale now:
- 24th October – Moor Beer Brewery, Bristol
- 25th October – Moor Beer Vaults, London
- 26th October – Retro Bar, Manchester
- 27th October – Sidney and Matilda, Sheffield
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Four Year Strong – “paranoia”
Fresh off the release of their latest album analysis paralysis, New England rock band Four Year Strong is excited to share their new music video “paranoia”. The claymation video features familiar faces from throughout the album’s rollout, as well as cameos from the band’s own clay counterparts. Watch “paranoia”, directed by Benjamin Lieber and animated by Baby Cry Animations below.
Wolfheart – “The Gale”
Following the success of their recent tour in Finland, melodic death metal juggernauts Wolfheart are excited to release a new music video, “The Gale”, in support of their acclaimed album Draconian Darkness, released on September 6, 2024 via Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM).
Guitarist and vocalist Tuomas Saukkonen shares:
The most beautiful and majestic song of the album is worthy of a music video which was filmed at the most stunning video location we’ve ever come across on our journey – at the breathtaking sceneries of Iceland!
In addition to the new release, Wolfheart are gearing up for an extensive 26-date European tour, kicking off on October 31 and running through November 30. Fans can look forward to live performances of tracks from Draconian Darkness, along with fan favourites. The tour, featuring Dark Tranquillity, Moonspell and Hiraes, promises to be a can’t-miss event for metalheads.
Tickets are selling quickly, so be sure to grab yours soon to experience a much-needed dose of winter metal.