The progressive blackened death metal band Aoidos will release their debut album “Oizys”, scheduled for release on November 29th in partnership with the record label Nox Liberatio Records. Meanwhile, to promote the upcoming release, the bards have just released a brand new video for the re-imagination of the song “From the Surface Grate” which was […]

In January next year, XAPADA FEST, formerly known as XXXAPADA NA TROMBA, will return to RCA Club for another grand edition. Following a highly successful first edition in January of this year, the festival announced its return for 2025 at the end of June. At that time, no bands had been revealed, but the event’s […]

In a profound loss for the black metal and avant-garde music community, Tore Ylvisaker, the long-time keyboardist of the Norwegian band Ulver, passed away on August 16, 2024, the day he turned 54. The band announced his passing through a heartfelt message on their social media, expressing their deep sorrow: “It is with a void […]

Leprous have shared the video for Like A Sunken Ship which you can watch in full below. “I’m taking the symphonic elements further in my solo project, it was to give space to each band member to do their thing more. So, my project will be more cinematic, with some rock elements too, and then […]

In a significant development for the black metal community, Norwegian guitarist and songwriter Galder has announced his departure from Dimmu Borgir after nearly 25 years with the band. In a heartfelt press statement released yesterday, Galder, whose real name is Tom Rune Andersen, shared that he has played his final show with Dimmu Borgir and […]

The wait is over! The eighth edition of Vagos Metal Fest is scheduled for August 1, 2, and 3, 2025. Prepare for an epic experience in the metal capital, Quinta do Ega. This year, the festival features an explosive line-up that promises to take fans on an intense journey. From iconic bands to emerging talents, […]

MARLA is the stage name and persona of Tatiana Santos. With a decade of experience gracing both national and international stages and earning accolades from Luis Represas and João Gil, MARLA embodies a chaotic yet liberating expression of her true self. As both the author and composer of her music, MARLA delves into a unique […]

Oeste Underground Fest 7: Metal and Hardcore Unite for a Good Cause On November 2, 2024, the Pavilhão Multiusos da Malveira, located in Mafra, Lisbon District, will host the seventh edition of the Oeste Underground Fest. This annual festival, renowned for its dedication to metal and hardcore, will feature an impressive lineup of bands from […]

Milagre Metaleiro Open Air 2024: An Unmissable Festival in São Pedro do Sul The Milagre Metaleiro Open Air, one of Portugal’s most anticipated metal music festivals, is set to return to São Pedro do Sul for another electrifying edition. Scheduled for August 23-25, 2024, the festival promises to deliver a stellar lineup that will not […]

ROTTING CHRIST, who were originally set to perform at the festival taking place from August 23rd to 25th in Pindelo dos Milagres, São Pedro do Sul, have rescheduled their appearance to the 2025 edition. In a brief statement, the festival’s organizers communicated the change: Due to unforeseen circumstances, Rotting Christ has been rescheduled for 2025. […]