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• NARCOTIC WASTELAND Announces "Praise the Beast North American Tour 2026" w/ BELPHEGOR, INCANTATION, HATE

  Nov 17, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Extreme metal juggernaut NARCOTIC WASTELAND has announced they will be joining the "Praise the Beast North American Tour" with BELPHEGOR, INCANTATION, and HATE for February and March 2026, continuing their relentless assault on stages worldwide. This marks the band’s third major run in less than a year, following the “Annihilation of Wasteland Tour” across the U.S. in September 2025 and their headlining "Annihilation of Europe Tour" in November and December 2025.
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  Fronted by guitarist/vocalist Dallas Toler-Wade (ex-Nile), Narcotic Wasteland has built a reputation for uncompromising brutality, technical precision, and lyrical themes that confront addiction, corruption, and societal decay. Their recent tours have drawn packed venues and critical acclaim, cementing their place as one of the most ferocious acts in modern death metal.
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  ​“The energy we felt from fans in both North America and Europe has been incredible. We’re coming back harder than ever in 2026. Expect a setlist that spans our catalog, new material, and the kind of intensity that defines Narcotic Wasteland,” says Toler-Wade.
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  The upcoming tour will see the band storm through major cities across the U.S. and Canada, dates and venues listed below. The tour is a crushing lineup, making this one of the most anticipated metal tours of early 2026.

  Tickets for the "Praise the Beast North American Tour" with BELPHEGOR, INCANTATION, HATE, and NARCOTIC WASTELAND go on sale on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, at 12:00 pm PST / 3:00 pm EST.

  ​Narcotic Wasteland has carved out its place as a dominant force in the modern metal scene, unleashing a punishing fusion of razor-sharp technicality, feral aggression, and raw intensity. At the helm is guitarist and vocalist Dallas Toler-Wade, celebrated for his tenure with Nile, whose unmatched precision and commanding stage presence drive the band’s sonic assault.
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  Behind the kit, Joseph Howard delivers a relentless barrage of power and accuracy, propelling the band’s crushing rhythms with thunderous authority. His dynamic drumming lays the foundation for the group’s dark and uncompromising atmosphere.
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  Anchoring the low end, Kenji Tsunami injects depth and texture with inventive, hard-hitting bass lines. His formidable musicianship and commanding presence add another layer to the band’s overwhelming wall of sound, amplifying the ferocity of their live performances.
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  Together, Dallas, Joseph, and Kenji form a unit that is both unstoppable and uncompromising, captivating audiences with explosive performances and boundary-pushing compositions. With their collective skill and vision, Narcotic Wasteland stands tall as one of the most formidable powerhouses in extreme music today.

  Praise the Beast North American Tour 2026​
  ​w/ BELPHEGOR, Incantation, Hate, Narcotic Wasteland
  ​Feb-19 - Brooklyn, NY - Brooklyn Monarch
  Feb-20 - Lowell, MA - Taffeta Music Hall
  Feb-21 - Montreal, QC - Le Studio TD
  Feb-22 - Toronto, ON - Lee's Palace
  Feb-23 - Lakewood, OH - Mercury Music Hall
  Feb-24 - Joliet, IL - The Forge
  Feb-26 - Denver, CO - HQ
  Feb-27 - Albuquerque, NM - Launchpad
  Feb-28 - Haltom City, TX - Haltom Theater
  Mar-1 - Houston, TX - Scout Bar
  Mar-2 - San Antonio, TX - Paper Tiger
  Mar-5 - Mesa, AZ - The Rosetta Room
  Mar-6 - San Diego, CA - Brick by Brick
  Mar-7 - San Francisco, CA - DNA Lounge
  Mar-8 - Roseville, CA - Goldfield Trading Post
  Mar-9 - Los Angeles, CA - 1720
  Mar-10 - Anaheim, CA - The Observatory

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  Narcotic Wasteland - Annihilation of Europe Headlining Tour​
  13.11 - Oslo, Norway - Brewgata
  14.11 - Lublin, Poland - Fabryka Kuitury Zgrzyt
  15.11 - Bratislava, Slovakia - Pink Whale
  16.11 - Vienna, Austria - Escape Metal Corner
  17.11 - Ostritz, Germany - AZ Meva
  18.11 - Lübbenau, Germany - Kulturhof
  19.11 - Kassel, Germany - Goldgrube
  20.11 - Kortrijk, Belgium - DVG Club
  21.11 - Alkmaar, Netherlands - Herrie Metal Fest
  22.11 - Milton Keynes, England - Craufurd Arms
  23.11 - Sheffield, England - Record Junkee
  24.11 - Nottingham, England - Billy Bootleggers
  25.11 - Manchester, England - Junior Jackson's
  26.11 - London, England - The Black Heart
  27.11 - Newcastle upon Tyne, England - The Lubber Fiend
  29.11 - Rennes, France - Ty Anna Tavern
  30.11 - Paris, France - Le Zorba
  01.12 - Basel, Switzerland - Valhalla Bar
  02.12 - San Giovanni Lupatoto, Italy - Damage Inc.
  03.12 - Bologna, Italy -Freakout Club
  04.12 - Trodica Di Morrovalle, Italy - Drunkin public
  05,12 - Pordenone, Italy - Tune Music lab
  06.12 - Salzburg, Austria - Rockhouse Bar
  07.12 - Graz, Austria - Explosiv
  08.12 - Belgrade, Serbia - Bleed to Death Fest
  09.12 - Sofia, Bulgaria - Grindhouse
  10.12 - Bucharest, Romania - Encore Club
  11.12 - Budapest, Hungary - Turbina
  12.12 - Olomouc, Czech Republic - Sklub
  13.12 - Krakow, Poland - Confession Club
  14.12 - Bilbao, Spain - D8 Sorkuntza faktoria
  15.12 - Madrid, Spain - Wurlitzer Ballrom
  16.12 - Barcelona, Spain - Sala Deskomunal

  More info: https://linktr.ee/narcoticwasteland​

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• DEVOLVER's New Music Video “Wraiths” Captures The Camaraderie of Fans Under The Alberta Sky

  Nov 14, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  L-R: Jayde Penner (guitar), Bevin Booth (drums), Jaylen Elias (bass), Devin Babcock (guitar), Chris Brown (vocals)

  Photo Credit - Heidi Robertson

  Grande Prairie, Canada’s own metal force, Devolver, has dropped a powerful new music video for “Wraiths,” a standout track from their latest album "Non Compos Mentis." Filmed during an intimate album release show at Grain Bin Brewing, the video captures the raw energy and camaraderie of a night that brought 150 fans together under the Alberta sky, immortalizing a night of celebration, community, and crushing riffs.
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  ​“We knew we wanted to do something special. So we had our friend Mike Evans film the show. This music video is for all the people who were there celebrating with us, making it such a special night,” adds the band.
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  ​“Wraiths” is a groove-driven, straight-ahead metal track with thrash undertones and a nod to classic rock and metal. Lyrically, it explores themes of mysticism as a bridge to connect with lost loved ones, an emotional depth that complements its sonic punch.

  Formed in 2015 by guitarist Devin Babcock and drummer/producer Bevin Booth, Devolver has grown from a side project into a full-fledged metal powerhouse. With the addition of Jayde Penner (guitar), Chris Brown (vocals), and Jaylen Elias (bass), the band’s sound has matured into a collaborative blend of Gothenburg-style melodic death metal and early 2000s metalcore.
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  Their new album, produced by metal heavyweight Mark Lewis (Trivium, Whitechapel, The Black Dahlia Murder), marks a seismic shift in their sound.

  “This is what the five of us sound like collaborating as a unit. Mark helped us push this thing over the edge,” adds the band.

  
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  The album’s artwork, created by legendary artist Travis Smith (Opeth, Megadeth), is a chilling visual interpretation of the true story behind the title track. It depicts Devin Babcock’s ancestor, Amos Babcock, who in 1805 committed a gruesome murder in Shediac, New Brunswick, during a religious frenzy. The haunting image of Amos in the snow, surrounded by the eyes of his nine children, adds a historical and emotional weight to the album’s narrative.
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  ​Devolver’s connection to their hometown runs deep. They partnered with Grain Bin Brewing to create “Brews of the Maw,” a blackberry and blood orange pale ale named after their track “Jewels of the Maw.” And for fans of Magic: The Gathering, the band has hidden lyrical nods throughout the album, including a track titled “Deathtouch.”

  Recommended for fans of In Flames, Dark Tranquillity, Killswitch Engage, and As I Lay Dying, "Non Compos Mentis" is a bold leap forward, each track a chapter in a larger emotional and sonic narrative.

  "Non Compos Mentis" (released Aug 22nd) is available at the following links:

  Bandcamp - https://devolvermusic.bandcamp.com/​

  Spotify for Playlist Add - https://open.spotify.com/album/3eeLxBrxx55QvIm3EnahLm​​

  Track Listing:​
  1. Deathtouch – 3:55
  2. New Blood – 3:14
  3. Jewels of the Maw – 3:30
  4. Wraiths – 3:20
  5. At Any Cost – 3:40
  6. Non Compos Mentis – 3:53
  7. Merciless Storm – 3:56
  8. Suffocating Syndrome – 3:36
  9. Dehumanize – 3:47
  Album Length: 32:55

  Band Lineup:​
  Chris Brown - Vocals
  Devin Babcock - Guitar (lead)
  Jayde Penner - Guitar (rhythm)
  Bevin Booth - Drums
  Jaylen Elias - Bass

  More info: https://linktr.ee/devolverab​

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• Brass Metal FALLSTAF Returns w/ New Album "Ode To The Dead"

  Nov 13, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  After nearly ten years away from the spotlight, Montreal’s groundbreaking brass-metal band Fallstaf makes a powerful return with their highly anticipated second album, "Ode to The Dead." Produced by Kevin Jardine (Slaves on Dope), the full album will be available to stream ahead of its official release on November 14th, premiering exclusively on Hardcore Worldwide’s YouTube channel.

  Known for pioneering the genre of brass-infused experimental metal, Fallstaf first made waves in 2011 with their debut album, "Bastard Son of a Pure Breed," also produced by Jardine. Their signature sound, heavy riffs, progressive structures, and a masked trombonist in full suit and tie, earned them cult status in the Montreal metal scene.
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  But tragedy struck in 2016 when frontman IANN suffered a near-fatal accident, resulting in a coma, multiple injuries, and the loss of his leg. The band dissolved. Now, nearly ten years later, Fallstaf reunites with Jardine to deliver a powerful, deeply personal new record that channels pain, survival, and rebirth.

  
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  ​"Ode to The Dead" is a seven-track exploration of mortality, from personal tragedy and mental anguish to crime, conflict, and loss. Drawing from frontman IANN’s near-death experience and the band’s shared grief, the album is both a tribute and a release.

  It opens with “Sunless Friday,” a chilling retelling of IANN’s accident, where cold riffs and screaming trombone set the tone. The title track, “Ode to The Dead,” honors those we’ve lost, echoing the idea that “they walk among us.” “Battered Soul” dives into depression and suicide with sludge-heavy weight and a fading finale. “Kings of the West Side” recounts Montreal’s mafia history with gangland grit and resurrected riffs. “Under the Same Sky” reflects on global unrest and shared humanity, while “Bastard Son” tells a hitman’s legacy through galloping riffs and thrash choruses. The closer, “The Burden,” mourns the toll of cancer with crushing heaviness and a melodic, mournful release. Each track is a raw, brass-laced chapter in Fallstaf’s powerful return.

  “We didn’t make this album to impress anyone. We made it out of friendship. Music is therapeutic. Metal brings people together, and we missed that energy,” adds the band.

  The album artwork, featuring a layered skull photo taken by IANN, reflects the lyrical darkness without veering into the macabre. It’s a visual metaphor for the band’s rebirth: haunting, honest, and human.

  
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  Musically, the band has evolved, embracing groove metal, prog metal, metalcore, and hardcore influences while incorporating melodic choruses and complex arrangements. Fans of Pantera, Shining, Hatebreed, and Mighty Mighty Bosstones will find familiar fire in Fallstaf’s brass-laced fury.

  Stay tuned for upcoming live dates and new music. The resurrection has begun as Fallstaf’s live performances are legendary, and the band plans to return to the stage in 2026. Expect suits, ties, a masked brass player, and a frontman with a robotic leg, all delivering a high-energy spectacle that defies expectations.
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  ​“People think we’re a ska band until the first chord hits. Then they know we kick ass,” says the band.

  "Ode to the Dead" will be available on November 14th, 2025, on Spotify, Apple Music, Bandcamp, and more. For collectors, grab the exclusive coffin-shaped USB drive packed with interactive content and bonus material.
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  ​Album pre-order - https://fallstaf1.bandcamp.com/album/ode-to-the-dead

  Add to your Spotify Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/artist/3yaTJY58SzbbDJ3RsnTlZU​​

  Track Listing:​
  1. Sunless Friday - 2:57
  2. Ode to the Dead - 3:27
  3. Battered Soul - 3:40
  4. Kings of the West Side - 3:31
  5. Under the Same Sky - 3:31
  6. Bastard Son - 3:45
  7. The Burden - 4:41
  Album length: 25:37

  More info: https://www.facebook.com/fallstafmontrealbrassmetal | https://www.instagram.com/fallstafmontreal/​

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• HOPELESS NATION Ends Decade-Long Hiatus with Explosive New Video “Silverspoon”

  Nov 13, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  After nearly a decade of silence, Trois-Rivières, QC's Hopeless Nation roars back into the spotlight with their new single “Silverspoon,” a blistering fusion of hardcore grit and modern metal precision. The track marks the band’s official return and is accompanied by a surreal, AI-generated music video that can be viewed below.
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  Formed in 1998, Hopeless Nation built its legacy on raw energy, socially charged lyrics, and sweat-soaked live shows. Their 2009 album "Built from Scratch" became a cornerstone of Quebec’s underground scene, backed by over 200 performances alongside acts like 100 Demons, Bane, Lofofora, and Despised Icon.
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  In summer 2024, the band reunited for a high-energy show that reignited their creative fire. Revisiting unrecorded material from 2014, they began a new cycle, grinding back up from the roots while staying true to their hardcore and metal ethos. That journey culminates in “Silverspoon,” a track that hits hard from the first note and refuses to let go.
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  ​“Silverspoon” is immediate, layered, and aggressive, with clean vocal hooks that broaden its reach. Mixed and mastered by Francis Perron (Voïvod, Decayed Remains) at RadicArt, it’s built to dominate playlists and ignite live crowds. Lyrically, it critiques entitlement while celebrating earned effort, themes reflected in its cinematic music video.
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  The video, created entirely with AI technology, fuses 1960s suburban nostalgia with cosmic adventure. A young boy carrying a silver spoon becomes a cult leader, confronting human space invaders and his own inner darkness, symbolized by a red snake. It’s a bold artistic leap that blends innovation with authentic musical expression.
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  The single artwork mirrors this tension: a red serpent coiled around a silver spoon, rendered in a haunting, old painting style. It visually ties to the song’s themes and the surreal narrative of the video.
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  ​Hopeless Nation’s return is more than a comeback; it’s a tribute. The new planned singles to be released in the coming months honour past members Jonathan Houle (bass/guitar, 2012–2014, 2024) and Maxime Dupont (rhythm guitar, 1998–2014), whose talent and spirit helped define the band’s sound. Their legacy echoes through every riff and lyric.
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  The band’s lineup remains deeply rooted in the Quebec scene, and Louis-Simon Bellerose leads punk hardcore legends Genetic Error. Steve DC and Guy Provencher represented Canada at Wacken Open Air 2023 with Strigampire, winners of the Wacken Metal Battle Canada.

  Known for their no-backing-tracks, lamp-amp sound, and full crowd interaction, their live shows are legendary, often featuring headbanging, chair-throwing, and immersive visual projections that leave fans breathless.
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  ​“Silverspoon” is just the beginning. Four more singles, "Disaster," "My Curse," "1000 Miles," and "Predators," will follow, leading to a full EP. Each track bridges the band’s hardcore roots with a modern metal sheen, offering pit-friendly intensity and emotional depth.
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  For fans of Gojira, Darkest Hour, At the Gates, Lamb of God, and Zao, Hopeless Nation delivers a sound that’s explosive, raw, and relentlessly honest.

  Add to your Spotify playlist - https://open.spotify.com/track/0XXWDbK2CcqkMpeOo80uIL

  More info: https://www.instagram.com/hopelessnation_official | https://www.facebook.com/hopelessnation​

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• MOONSHADE Unleashes Epic Metal Rendition of STROMAE’s “Ma Meilleure Ennemie” Ahead of 2026 Cover EP "Angels, Blood And Enemies"

  Nov 12, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  ​Portuguese melodic death metal force Moonshade has unveiled their latest single, a thunderous, emotionally charged cover of Stromae & Pomme’s “Ma Meilleure Ennemie.” Accompanied by a lyric video, the track will be featured on their upcoming three-song EP, "Angels, Blood And Enemies," set for release in February 2026.
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  Inspired by an unforgettable scene from the Netflix series Arcane, Moonshade’s cover strips away the original’s trip-hop shell and rebuilds it with their signature blend of epic, brutal, and atmospheric metal. The band’s connection to Arcane and League of Legends runs deep, with members Pedro and Ricardo being longtime Stromae fans.

  “We annoyed the rest of the band to exhaustion to make this cover happen. But they’re always tolerant of our eccentricities, and now we have a metal version of this brilliant Belgian trip-hop artist. We wanted to highlight the song’s emotional intensity using our own sonic palette. We’ve never done covers before, and there’s probably not much overlap between our fanbase and Stromae’s. But we had fun, we’re proud of it, and that’s what matters. Moonshade’s fans are open-minded and adventurous, traits that make this cover EP a natural fit,” says vocalist Ricardo Pereira, who also performs clean vocals alongside drummer Daniel, adding layers to the song’s theme of love-hate duality.

  If you love Insomnium, Heaven Shall Burn, In Flames, Dark Tranquillity, or Omnium Gatherum, Moonshade’s sound will feel like home.
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  With "Angels, Blood And Enemies," Moonshade invites fans into a new chapter, one of fearless reinterpretation, emotional depth, and genre-defying creativity.

  The single’s artwork, designed by Rui Carneiro (Lorna Shore, Polaris, Chelsea Grin), draws from Guido Reni’s Archangel Michael Defeating Satan, visually anchoring the EP’s title, "Angels, Blood And Enemies." Carneiro also created the remaining two artworks for the EP, whose tracklist remains a mystery for now.

  Watch the lyric video for "Ma Meilleure Ennemie" created by Jöel Martins from Titanforged Productions (Wolfheart, Analepsy, Dark Oath).

  ​Add to your Spotify playlist - https://mme-out-now.sbmt.to/

  More Info: https://moonshadeofficial.com/​

   

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