News

November 04, 2021
CIRITH UNGOL – 40TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF FROST AND FIRE DUE IN DECEMBER

Originally released on Halloween 1981, Cirith Ungol are celebrating the 40th anniversary of their landmark album, Frost And Fire, with special, multi-format reissue packages set for release on December 17, 2021. Find preorders at metalblade.com.

In 1981, Cirith Ungol, a little-known visionary quartet in Ventura, CA, released their debut album, Frost And Fire, via their own Liquid Flames Records imprint. In that unassuming moment, the course of heavy metal history changed forever.

November 03, 2021
METALSHOCK RADIO SHOW 3/11/21 PLAYLIST

1. Skull Fist - Call of the Wild (4:28)
2. Midnight Dice - Speed City (4:27)
3. Lucifer's Hammer - Land of Fire (3:57)
4. Satan's Fall - Forever Blind (3:38)
5. Asphalt Lips - Hooligans (4:32)
6. Hitten - Ride Out The Storm (3:37)
7. Jet Jaguar - Final Prayers (4:11)
8. Split Heaven - Back from Purgatory (5:24)
9. Existance - Preacher Of Insanity (3:18)
10. Blazon Stone - Raiders of Jolly Roger (4:40)

November 02, 2021
AXEL RUDI PELL - WRITING NEW TUNES, TO ENTER STUDIO IN DECEMBER

Axel Rudi Pell revealed that he is currently writing new tunes for the band's next full length effort, to be released in spring next year. The band will enter the studio in December and January to record the new material.

Statement from Axel: "Recently I'm writing songs for the next studio album at home and so far it turned out really cool. A few tracks are already completely done and I'm really excited! We will enter the recording studio in December and January

November 02, 2021
WATCH MICHAEL SCHENKER PERFORM UFO CLASSICS WITH RAINBOW SINGER RONNIE ROMERO IN WOLVERHAMPTON

Fan-filmed video footage of MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP's October 30 concert at KK's Steel Mill in Wolverhampton, Untied Kingdom as part of his 50th-anniversary "Immortal" tour can be seen below.

Earlier this year, Michael Schenker released a new MSG (MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP) album, "Immortal", via Nuclear Blast. The LP was predominantly recorded at the Kidroom Studio in Germany, with Michael's longtime partner Michael Voss, who co-produced the album and also sings on two tracks.

November 02, 2021
SAXON TO RELEASE CARPE DIEM ALBUM IN FEBRUARY; "CARPE DIEM (SEIZE THE DAY)" MUSIC VIDEO POSTED

Life hath no fury like a legend in full roar... and on February 4, Saxon will show just that to the world when they release their 23rd studio album, Carpe Diem, through Silver Lining Music, serving notice to anyone who ever felt otherwise that they remain both vanguards and masters of British metal.

Comprised of 10 titanic tracks bristling with steel-clad riffery and proud intent, the Barnsely (UK) born band draw on a variety of ingredients from their career to forge what is their most dynamic release in many a year.

November 02, 2021
LETHIAN DREAMS - NEW EP ON THE WAY

French doomers Lethian Dreams announce and detail new EP release. Entitled Last Echoes Of Silence, it's comprised of 6 tracks and officially arrives on December 3rd, 2021.

The EP's cover artwork, created by Sebastien Pierre, can be seen below. Other details coming soon.

November 02, 2021
TEMPERANCE LAUNCH DIAMANTI TRACK-BY-TRACK VIDEO SERIES; PART 1 STREAMING

After releasing their vibrant fifth studio album, Viridian, in 2020, Temperance delight their devotees with the persuasive new offering Diamanti, to be released on November 19 via Napalm Records.

With Diamanti, the exceptionally skilled Italian outfit once again showcases their extraordinary ability to merge brilliant vocal melodies, hefty power metal guitar riffing, and symphonic soundscapes in perfect harmony - all dressed in modern surroundings.

November 02, 2021
CRASHDÏET TO RELEASE "NO MAN'S LAND" SINGLE THIS MONTH

CrashDïet are one of the biggest names in the glam metal/sleaze rock scene and the band recently signed to global rock powerhouse label, Golden Robot Records.

CrashDïet are back in the studio working on their sixth studio album, due out early 2022. They are set to deliver a taste of what’s to come with their upcoming single, "No Man’s Land", which will be released digitally on November 19.

November 01, 2021
BEAST IN BLACK - ALBUM OUT NOW

Last Friday, the international powerhouse BEAST IN BLACK released their long awaited third album "Dark Connection".

But that´s not all, they have another surprise for their fans with the release of the striking new video for third single "Hardcore", taken from the new album.

Copyright 2025. All Right Reserved.