Italian all-female metal band HELLFOX have unveiled the brand new official video for “Water On The Ceiling”, one of the standout tracks from their latest album "The Spectrum Of Human Gravity", released last June 6th, 2025 via Rockshots Records.
A song born from the suffocating sensation of insomnia, “Water On The Ceiling” captures the eerie stillness of endless nights when eyes remain wide open as reality blurs into a waking dream. The track blends haunting melodies, distorted synths and Hellfox’s trademark dual female vocals to convey the claustrophobic feeling of staring at a ceiling that turns into water—suffocating, oppressive and inescapable.
The video adds a new visual dimension to the song’s atmosphere, portraying the emotional weight of sleeplessness and the surreal imagery that inspired the lyrics. It represents yet another chapter in the band’s journey of exploring the depths of human emotion through music and imagery.
"The Spectrum Of Human Gravity" has already gained recognition for its unique fusion of Nordic melodic death metal roots, pop-inspired clean vocals, and modern electronic textures. With singles like “Seaweed Braids” and “Atlas”, Hellfox set the stage for an album that confronts loneliness, mental struggles, and the search for identity without resorting to clichés. “Water On The Ceiling” continues this narrative, offering a vivid metaphor for psychological weight and restless nights.
Recorded at Eden Studio by Alessio Lucatti and mixed/mastered by Simone Mularoni at Domination Studio, the album showcases the band’s fearless approach to songwriting and their growth since their 2022 debut.
For fans of Amorphis, In Flames, and Dark Tranquillity, Hellfox’s new video is not just a performance but a visceral dive into the emotions that define "The Spectrum Of Human Gravity".
"The Spectrum Of Human Gravity" is now available on all digital platforms. Stream the album here: "The Spectrum Of Human Gravity" CD available via Rockshots Records here
After nearly a decade of silence, Trois-Rivieres, Quebec metal band OUTLYING returns with a vengeance. Their long-awaited third full-length album, "Oblivisci," drops November 21st, delivering a visceral blend of melodic death, thrash, and black metal that’s as emotionally raw as it is sonically aggressive. The first single, “November,” is now available for streaming on all major platforms. Founded in 2007 by vocalist/guitarist Fred A. Dubeau, OUTLYING began as a group of high school friends jamming covers in 2003. Over the years, the band evolved into a force of original expression, rejecting technical excess in favor of music that hits straight to the gut.
“We wanted to create something anyone can feel and understand. Music that’s captivating, dark, aggressive, and melodic,”says Dubeau. "Oblivisci," Latin for “to forget,” is a concept album exploring themes of trauma, alienation, grief, and addiction. The band’s signature sound is heavier and more melodic than ever, with no filler tracks and a commitment to emotional authenticity. Fans can expect a dynamic listening experience, with tracks ranging from thrashy punk anthems to atmospheric ballads. Highlights include “Snow,” a harrowing tale of abuse featuring female vocals, and “Sentinel,” a grief-stricken power ballad that echoes the band’s earlier fan favorites. The album closes with a three-part epic chronicling Dubeau’s personal journey through substance abuse and recovery.
“After a long and challenging journey, we’re proud to finally share Oblivisci with the world. This album reflects our commitment to staying true to ourselves while evolving our sound. We’ve never followed trends; our music is dark, heavy, and emotionally charged, shaped by diverse influences from metal to classic rock, and even film, books, and games. Oblivisci builds on what OUTLYING has always stood for, but pushes deeper into atmosphere and intensity. Though often called melodic death metal, our sound draws from thrash, black, prog, and beyond. In a sea of forgettable songs, we hope this one leaves a mark,” adds Dubeau. The first single, “November,” showcases OUTLYING’s evolved sound: a haunting, melodic death metal track about obsession and longing. It’s a powerful preview of what’s to come.
OUTLYING’s current lineup is a story of pure coincidence. Drummer Martin “Frenchy” Reithler first heard Fred on a metal podcast while living in France. After hearing Fred mention he was looking for a permanent drummer, Frenchy, who was already planning a move to Quebec, reached out. Fred initially thought the message was spam. Later, Fred was asked by a friend to lend a soldering iron to fix a bass guitar. That visit led to him meeting Charles Alex Bilodeau. Weeks later, when searching for a new bassist, Fred remembered Charles Alex, and the lineup was complete. Despite being based in Trois-Rivières, none of the members grew up there. Fred hails from near Bécancour, Charles Alex from Victoriaville, and Frenchy from a suburb near Paris, France. Live, OUTLYING promises raw energy and passion, eschewing overproduced trends in favor of pure rock and roll intensity.
“We want every show to feel like a journey, different vibes, different ambiance, all created with just our instruments,” says Dubeau. With influences ranging from At The Gates and Testament to Cradle of Filth and Wintersun, OUTLYING’s sound is rooted in melodic death metal, thrash, black, and groove metal. Their previous releases include Within The Jail Of The Unfortunate (EP) (2008), Scars Of Daylight (2012), and Frameworks For Repression (2016). The album artwork for "Oblivisci" depicts a post-apocalyptic version of the band’s hometown, reflecting the lyrical themes of societal decay and personal collapse. "Oblivisci" will be available on November 21st on all streaming platforms.
Track Listing: 1 - The Raven Is Gone - 5:27 2 - Stigma - 3:49 3 - Snow - 6:02 4 - Streets Of Rats And Vultures - 4:47 5 - Pitch-Black Serum - 4:36 6 - November - 5:56 7 - Sentinel - 5:43 8 - Impaired - 5:32 9 - Dreamless Nights Part I: A Lullaby For The Insomniac - 4:19 10- Dreamless Nights Part II: From Velvet Skies - 5:13 11- Dreamless Nights Part III: Walking Out Of Eden's Ashes - 4:25 Album Length: 55:49
Italian melodic death metallers Dying Awkward Angel return today, August 22nd, 2025, with their most intense and uncompromising work to date, the new full-length album "The Missing Frame", released via Rockshots Records.
Formed in 1998 in the underground metal scene of Turin by guitarist and main composer Edoardo Demuro, the band forged its style drawing from the Gothenburg melodeath wave (In Flames, At The Gates, Dark Tranquillity) and the aggression of American thrash and death metal, adding its own unmistakable Italian touch. Over the years, they have shared the stage with Decapitated, Impaled Nazarene, Necronomicon, Forgotten Tomb, Node, and many more, building a solid reputation for their visceral and high-energy live shows.
"The Missing Frame" follows the critically acclaimed "Absence Of Light" (2018) and was anticipated by the singles “Music Kills” and “9.99”. Written during a period of renewed creative focus, the album is faster, heavier, and more deliberate, the result of what the band calls “a brutal and honest cooperation between us all.”
Lyrically, the record delves into themes of duality, good and evil, instinct and control, reality and illusion, often drawing from deeply personal experiences, stories, and nightmares of the band members. Tracks like “9.99” question the value of human life, while “Music Kills” explores the double-edged power of music itself.
Musically, the album delivers the cold precision of Swedish melodic death metal combined with the raw energy of American metal, all with a modern and direct production approach. “Don’t expect what you expect. Expect what you don’t,” the band warns.
Recorded at Bottleneck Studios in Turin and produced by the band, "The Missing Frame" is an album that stays true to the band’s roots while pushing their boundaries further than ever before.
Coinciding with the album's release, the band unveils their newest music video for the track "The Inner Paradox", a haunting allegory of deep depression. It portrays a layered prison that might almost seem bearable, if not for the grim reality that the world beyond its walls is even more harrowing.
For fans of: At The Gates, Carcass, Dark Tranquillity
In additional news, Dying Awkward Angel will have the honor of performing at Rock Inn Somma, a special event where the band will present their brand-new album live on its release day!
Track Listing: 1. The Ecstasy of God (Instrumental) 2. Black Waves 3. The Fallen 4. Music Kills 5. 9.99 6. Raptus 7. YOU MUST DIE! 8. Blinded 9. Skin and Bones 10. The Inner Paradox 11. Out of Mind (R’lyeh) 12. A Promise 13. The Missing Frame (Instrumental)
Dying Awkward Angel is back to shake up the metal scene with their latest single, “The Magical World of the Dead”! This intense and dark track dives into the boundary between life and death, taking listeners on a sonic journey filled with haunting melodies and powerful riffs—a true homage to Swedish melodic death metal! Featuring a dramatic dialogue between a man and Death, Dying Awkward Angel creates a dark, contemplative atmosphere that captures the beauty and tension of humanity’s inevitable fate. LISTEN NOW on all digital platforms - https://lnk.to/SBtKsD
