Blind Channel are officially back. The Finnish nu-metal outfit have ended their hiatus and announced their new album, Painstream, arriving on October 30 via Century Media Records. Painstream will be the follow-up to 2024’s Exit Emotions and marks the beginning of a new chapter for the band. Blind Channel stepped away from the spotlight towards the end of 2024, while the departure of vocalist Joel Hokka in 2025 left their future looking increasingly uncertain. Now, the silence

Record Label: Century Media Records Release Date: 7 August 2026 The Riff Doctor’s Score: RRRR½ Electric Callboy are one of those rare bands with a personality so distinctive that you know exactly who you're listening to within seconds. They prove that musical extremes don't just coexist – they blend together naturally, and, just to make things even more entertaining, they wrap it all in a healthy dose of humour. Their formula sounds simple on paper but is incredibly difficult

Germany's FUTURE PALACE unleashed their fourth album RESURGENCE on July 31 via Century Media . The album is a powerful exploration of isolation, inner conflict, and the struggle to rebuild oneself. Blending post-hardcore intensity with cinematic electronics, soaring melodies, and crushing breakdowns, the Berlin trio dives deep into themes of depression, doubt, and emotional transformation. Ultimately, Resurgence captures the fragile moment where despair slowly turns into stre

Happy New Music Friday! Another week, another excuse to turn the volume all the way up. This week's selection proves that great riffs come in many different forms. Whether it's modern hard rock, metalcore with a sense of humour, arena rock, or the unmistakable sound of the man who helped invent heavy metal, there's plenty to get excited about. These are the tracks that have dominated our speakers over the past few days. Hit play, enjoy the videos below, and don't forget to fo

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German metal sensation Electric Callboy have unveiled 'Let The Good Times Roll', the latest single from their upcoming album TANZNEID, due for release on August 7 via Century Media. The track sees the band joined by The Offspring frontman Dexter Holland, blending Electric Callboy's trademark mix of crushing riffs, infectious pop hooks and electronic flourishes with Holland's unmistakable punk-rock vocals. Speaking about the collaboration, the band said: "The Offspring have be

Out on August 7, 2026 via Century Media Records