Frontman Richie Cavalera comments: “‘Savage New Times’ is a throwback to 80s metal that inspired us. It’s meant to be a song about being strong, overcoming, and fighting through the dark days of our lives. It’s a killer track and a great way to end an album as our final battle cry!”

The Halo Effect pay tribute to Swedish icons Kent with a cover of ‘If You Were Here’. “Kent was a band that left a mark on many, weaving together pop rock and synth in a way that deeply moved me… we aimed to create our own version without straying too far from the soul of the original.”

Australia’s WEREWOLVES are halfway through their mission of ten albums in ten years, with album six The Ugliest Of All out September 19 on BACK ON BLACK. “Why did we call it that?” asks Sam to no-one. “We’re turning into a fearsomely hideous old-man band. Grey hair, guts… it’s like if The Hills Had Amps.”

FEUERSCHWANZ on “Sam The Brave”:
“With ‘Sam The Brave’ we pay tribute to the true hero of Lord of the Rings – not the mighty warrior, but the loyal friend who carries the light when all hope seems lost. This song is our monument to loyalty, courage, and the power of friendship.”

Giving context to the song, vocalist Nick Holmes says: “Observing the death of an individual, and subsequently, how the transition of seasons evokes fond memories. The God of Malevolence serves as an internal voice to dismantle those cherished memories and reintroduces the initial anguish of loss.”

Says Ramos of the deeply personal new track, “This song is exactly what I imagine a lot of people expected of us to put out. We took all the heaviest stuff we had to create this incredibly dark, high-stress/tension song. I personally think the breakdown at the end of this is one of my favorites that we’ve ever written and I’m excited to see how people engage with this one.”

Tuomas Saukkonen comments: “‘Carnivore’ continues where “Draconian Darkness” ended. Clearly, the full-length was not enough to extinguish the flame of inspiration ignited by the darker side of humanity. Instead of seeking balance and harmony with nature and other species around us, we feed and feast on the world we live in.”

Rise Against drop Ricochet, the title track from their first album in four years. “Even our silence, even our detachment, carries weight. Every choice… they all ricochet,” shares McIlrath.

Karly Jewell drops new single Rock Ain’t Pretty from her ARIA Top 3 album There’s A Jewell In Town. “It embodies the spirit of rock music, forged through years of overcoming obstacles”.

The single “Bedroom Posters” is for anyone who holds memories to their hometown near and dear. Lead vocalist Ryan Key says “ Have you ever come back to visit your hometown and felt crushed by all the memories that led up to the day you left? Have you ever felt like settling down somewhere meant giving up your dream? If so Bedroom Posters is for you.”

Beginning with delicate, atmospheric production, “Specter” builds into a passionate, hard-hitting chorus, complete with ominous, otherworldly electronic flourishes that provide dynamic layers to the song.

BABYMETAL unveil new video for ‘My Queen’ (feat. Spiritbox), out now alongside their latest album METAL FORTH.

Songwriter Joona Björkroth comments: "Here We Are' captures that moment after the storm has passed — you've faced challenges, been tested, and somehow come through the other side a little stronger, a bit wiser, and perhaps a bit more grounded.”

"Hole in the Earth was our first and only choice when we decided to tackle a Deftones song," explains Harrison. "Not only is it our collective favorite by one of our biggest influences, but the subject matter really resonated with us at the time of recording.”

'The Spider', ZETRA commented:

"The golden thread becomes a web.
The silken strands entice you, but do not linger.
Will you climb to brighter heights?
Or descend into madness.
And ever he waits.
And ever he watches."