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• IN VIRTUE Unveils Music Video “Karma Loop” ft. Charlotte Wessels (ex-Delain) For Release of New Album "Age of Legends" ft. Guests Dave Davidson of Revocation, Chaney Crabb of Entheos, Charlotte Wessels)

  Nov 21, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Rising Los Angeles progressive power metal band In Virtue has unveiled their brand-new music video for “Karma Loop”, the latest single from their highly anticipated album "Age of Legends," out now as of November 21st. The video marks a powerful introduction to the record’s sweeping concept and emotional depth, while showcasing the band’s unique sound that blends heavy riffs, melodic hooks, and cinematic textures.

  The new single “Karma Loop” was the final track written for the album and quickly became a favorite. Featuring guest vocals from Charlotte Wessels (ex-Delain), the song is a dialogue between Sisyphus and a guiding figure known as The Catalyst. Together, they explore the idea that punishment is often self-inflicted and that redemption begins with self-worth. Built around a guitar lick Trey originally wrote for a demo years ago, the track evolved through collaboration with former drummer Mazen Ayoub, guitarist Rami Khalaf, and keyboardist Alex Nasla, resulting in one of the album’s most dynamic and emotionally resonant pieces.
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  The lyrics even weave in cultural references from the Kingston Trio’s “M.T.A.” to Hunter S. Thompson’s famous line, “Buy the ticket, take the ride”, adding layers of meaning to the song’s exploration of cycles, consequences, and liberation.

  ​Digital Single - https://www.submithub.com/link/karma-loop

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  "Age of Legends" is more than just a collection of songs; it’s a fully realized concept album that tells the story of a flawed protagonist inspired by the myth of Sisyphus. Through themes of guilt, redemption, and self-forgiveness, the album mirrors frontman Trey’s own journey of catharsis and transformation.

  “This is a day 10+ years in the making, the album that almost wasn’t. Born from pure force of will against all odds, it’s a testament to rebirth and an iron vision. What you’ll hear is a direct feed from my soul,” Trey explains.

  
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  Musically, the album balances heavy, groove-driven foundations with orchestration and synths that elevate the songs without overshadowing them. Vocals range from soaring cleans to guttural growls, while guitar and keyboard solos punctuate the narrative without overstaying their welcome. It’s a record designed to be experienced in full, an immersive journey best heard start to finish.

  The cover art for "Age of Legends" was created by Niklas Sundin (ex-Dark Tranquillity), depicting Sisyphus breaking free from his eternal punishment. The imagery perfectly complements the album’s lyrical themes of release, redemption, and transformation.

  
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  Formed out of a love for power metal but a distaste for its escapist clichés, In Virtue set out to create music that was heavy, fast, catchy, melodic, and groovy, yet grounded in real human experiences. Their sound draws influence from bands like Soilwork, Amaranthe, Shinedown, Symphony X, and Sonata Arctica, while carving out a distinct identity that avoids prefabricated genre formulas.
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  Known for their engaging live performances, In Virtue brings audiences into the experience with big harmonies, sing-alongs, and an energy that defies the “arms-crossed” stereotype of metal shows. With members connected to acts like Witherfall and The Mourning, the band continues to evolve, refining their vision into a cohesive and powerful voice in modern metal.
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  Fans can expect an emotional deep dive, a rollercoaster of textures and colors, but ultimately a cohesive journey that rewards both casual listeners and those willing to explore its deeper narrative.

  "Age of Legends" is available worldwide as of November 21st, 2025, at https://orcd.co/agofle​​

  Track Listing:​
  1. Ascent Glorious (00:36)
  2. Sisyphus Awakening (4:55)
  3. Karma Loop (ft. Charlotte Wessels) (3:35)
  4. Push That Rock (2:46)
  5. Purgatory (4:39)
  6. Exposed (3:27)
  7. Scream (3:40)
  8. Where The Edges Meet (3:16)
  9. Gunslingers of the New American Desert (4:42)
  10. Desolation Throne (3:03)
  11. Thoughts in Freefall (ft. Dave Davidson of Revocation) (4:10)
  12. The River (2:24)
  13. Tempus Fugue (ft. Chaney Crabb of Entheos) (8:05)
  14. Descent Limitless (1:22)
  Album Length: 50:40

  More info: Facebook.com/invirtue | Instagram.com/invirtue​

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• LITTLE KING's New Music Video "Who’s Illegal?" Is A Bold Prog Rock Anthem of Inclusion

  Nov 20, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Progressive rock band Little King has released the official music video for “Who’s Illegal?”, a standout track from their latest album, "Lente Viviente," which dropped this past September. Known for their dynamic, melodic, progressive, heavy rock sound, Little King continues to push boundaries with music that is both sonically adventurous and socially conscious.
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  Frontman and songwriter Ryan Rosoff drew inspiration for “Who’s Illegal?” from his return to Tucson, AZ, where the city’s Presidio San Agustin del Tucson reflects centuries of cultural intersections between Indigenous tribes, Spanish settlers, Mexican heritage, and American expansion. The song asks a timeless question: “After all this time and all the arbitrary assignment of this land to governments and warlords…Who’s Illegal?”​
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  The track fuses suspended chords, melodic bass lines, and shifting time signatures — alternating between 6/8 and 9/8 — to reflect the lyrical tension between division and unity. Filmed across Tucson’s vibrant cityscapes, the video amplifies this narrative, visually underscoring themes of immigration, inclusion, and love.

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  ​"Lente Viviente" (Spanish for “Living Lens”) stands as Little King’s most ambitious project to date. Featuring new members Dave Hamilton on bass and Tony Bojorquez on drums, the record delves into themes of memory, identity, aging, addiction, and resilience. Each song unfolds as a “micro-epic,” blending intricate arrangements with concise, emotionally charged storytelling.

  “I want people to take a short, mind-blowing journey…like Musical DMT. The dynamic range of this record will push and pull from the first note to the last,” says frontman Ryan Rosoff.

  Across its tracks, "Lente Viviente" reveals a sweeping emotional and musical spectrum. “Catch and Release” and “Dawn Villa” revisit childhood and enduring friendship, while “Pass Through Filters” meditates on aging and addiction. “Kindness for Weakness” explores the fragile balance between vulnerability and strength, and “Who’s Illegal?” confronts immigration and identity with bold conviction. Together, these songs create a cohesive journey, complex yet melodic, that invites listeners to think deeply, feel fully, and return again and again for the complete experience.
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  Since forming in 1997, Little King has steadily evolved through confidence, technical growth, and relentless creativity. Rosoff, a former Creative Writing major and English teacher, has penned over 65 songs, blending literary depth with progressive rock intensity. With influences ranging from Rush, Porcupine Tree, Pink Floyd, Muse, Led Zeppelin, and Night Verses, Little King’s music resonates with fans of both classic and modern rock.
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  "Lente Viviente" (released Sept 26th) is available on digital platforms at https://show.co/nI24kSK​

  Track Listing:​
  1. Catch and Release - 3:22
  2. Dawn Villa - 3:42
  3. Who’s Illegal? - 3:56
  4. Kindness for Weakness - 3:21
  5. Sweet Jessie James - 2:42
  6. Pass Through Filters - 4:50
  7. The Living Lens - 3:37
  Album Length: 25:34

  For more info: LittleKingtunes.com​

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• Streaming Now! Quebec Melodic Death OUTLYING Unleash Long-Awaited Album "Oblivisci"

  Nov 20, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada, melodic death metal band Outlying will release their long-awaited new album "Oblivisci" on November 21st. A visceral and uncompromising work, the record blends aggression, melody, and raw emotion into a cohesive listening experience that fans will find impossible to ignore.

  Formed in 2003 by high school friends jamming covers, Outlying has evolved through lineup changes and years of musical exploration into a band committed to creating music that is both powerful and accessible. Frontman Fred Dubeau, the band’s primary songwriter, sought to move beyond “music for musicians” and instead craft songs that resonate viscerally with listeners. The result is a sound described in five words: captivating, dark, aggressive, melodic metal.

  The album’s title, "Oblivisci", Latin for “to forget”, reflects themes of withdrawal, alienation, and the struggle to escape trauma. Across eleven tracks, the band explores grief, loneliness, disenfranchisement, and addiction, culminating in a three-part epic that chronicles frontman Dubeau’s personal battle with alcohol and drug dependency. Now sober, Dubeau channels those experiences into music that is both cathartic and brutally honest.

  “It is a great pleasure for us after all this time and a very difficult process to introduce the world to our newest effort, Oblivisci. We are glad to be musicians who are somehow different from most other bands in our environment, and strive to make music that is expressive, dark, heavy, and brings the listener through many different kinds of atmospheres and vibes. We try to avoid trends and gimmicks, and create something that comes from our diverse musical influences, different backgrounds and lives, and many other forms of art such as movies, books, or video games. While staying true to what Outlying always was, we always try to step up our game and improve our sound and musical connection with our audience. Despite being more often than not called a melodic death metal band, the band absorbs influences from thrash, black, prog, and also 70s, 80s, and 90s rock. In a world of thousands of forgettable songs, we hope to find our way into the hearts of many metal enthusiasts locally and around the world,” says the band.
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  Musically, "Oblivisci" strikes a balance between relentless, heavy riffing and soaring melodic passages, enriched by clean vocal textures and dynamic arrangements. With Outlying, the band steers clear of unnecessary complexity, instead crafting songs that prioritize emotion and impact. While echoes of their influences, At The Gates, Testament, Cradle of Filth, In Flames, and Wintersun, are present, Outlying’s sound stands apart as distinct and refined, heavier yet more melodic than ever before.

  The record begins with The Raven Is Gone, a blistering and epic opener that channels the urgency of escaping chaos in search of refuge. Stigma follows, rooted in old‑school melodic death metal, confronting themes of societal judgment and subcultural rejection. The atmosphere turns chilling with Snow, a haunting narrative of abuse elevated by female vocals and an expansive, epic structure. The descent continues in Pitch Black Serum, a dark and unsettling track that delves into defeatism and indulgence in fleeting pleasures. Sentinel then emerges as a poignant power ballad, weaving clean vocals with an aggressive bridge to capture grief and memory. Closing the album, the three‑part suite Dreamless Nights I–III delivers a sweeping chronicle of addiction, false escape, and painful aftermath, culminating in a climactic, melodic finale that leaves a powerful and lasting impression.

  
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  The album artwork depicts a post-apocalyptic version of the band’s home city, visually reinforcing the themes of decay, alienation, and survival that permeate the record. It mirrors the music’s balance of heaviness and melody, offering listeners a complete aesthetic experience.
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  With "Oblivisci," Outlying has crafted a “no skipped tracks” album; every song matters, every riff and lyric carries weight. The band hopes to continue releasing music consistently, exploring new directions while staying true to their core sound.

  Listen to the album in full via its stream premiere on Bravewords HERE.

  Available on all digital platforms on November 21st, 2025.

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

  Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/5q6oycizRFEpwSzpUBJ0Z8​

  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

  For more info:

  ​http://www.outlying.ca/​

  ​http://www.facebook.com/outlyingband​

  ​http://www.instagram.com/outlyingband/​

  ​https://www.tiktok.com/@outlying.band​

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• Gore House Productions Presents the Crushing One-Woman Goregrind Force CORDYCEPS CORPSE — ‘From Flesh To Fluids’ Cassette/CD Reissue Out Now!”

  Nov 18, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Gore House Productions announces "From Flesh to Fluids," the latest full-length album from one-woman slam/goregrind juggernaut, Cordyceps Corpse, is now available on CD and cassette, plus shipping worldwide. The digital release remains live across all major platforms.

  Created by the twisted brainchild of multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Nani, Cordyceps Corpse's "From Flesh to Fluids" is a sonic descent into madness, equal parts brutal, disgusting, and morbid. Inspired by slam legends like Devourment and Cephalotripsy, the album delivers a raw yet polished evolution of Cordyceps Corpse’s sound, now featuring live drums and tighter production while retaining the DIY filth fans crave.
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  Fans will blast earwrenching tracks like “Battery Acid Enema”, a vile, tongue-in-cheek collaboration with Nani’s partner Liv, “Stomach Bile For Miles” is a grotesque narrative of cannibalistic carnage, “Family Photo With Hella Cadavers” (feat. WORMFUCKER) is a dehumanizing snapshot of horror, and “Tools For Torture” is a slow-building frenzy inspired by Terrifier.
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  Nani, who writes, records, and performs every element of Cordyceps Corpse, describes the album as “pure chaos into heavy slam riffs.” Drawing inspiration from horror films, documentaries, and even neighborhood trash disasters, the music is driven by feeling rather than formula.

  “I want this album to give the same feeling I got when I first heard Molesting the Decapitated by Devourment. Thick and brutal sound that just keeps hitting," says Nani.

  Gore House Productions label founder Carlos Matt adds:

  "After following Cordyceps Corpse (Cordy) on social media for several months, I am excited to welcome the project to our roster. Seeing Nani creatively market Cordy while composing filthy, slamming death metal, there was no question but to partner up with Cordy. Her debut album, “From Flesh to Fluids,” quickly became a favorite; I’m beyond stoked to give it a proper release."​
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  ​Cordyceps Corpse began in late 2023 as a solo rebellion against the monotony of beat-making.

  “I was bored with making music for other people. I wanted to form a band, but didn’t want to wait around. So I said, ‘f*** it, I’ll do it myself,” adds Nani.

  That DIY ethos extends to everything, from the music to the logo, which Nani designed on a refurbished iPad after watching YouTube tutorials.
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  With live shows described as chaotic parties, complete with crowd participation and impromptu mic screams, Cordyceps Corpse is poised to carve a unique space in the underground metal scene. And with Gore House Productions backing the reissue, the band’s reach is about to get a whole lot bloodier.

  CD and Cassette copies of “From Flesh to Fluids” are available from Gore House Productions at the following link: https://gorehouseproductions.com/collections/cordyceps-corpse​
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  Check out the new music video for the title track, “From Flesh to Fluids,” a chaotic, anti-authoritarian blast of guttural vocals, slamming riffs, and visceral imagery that sets the tone for the album’s grotesque journey.

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  Digital Album (released Aug 22, 2025) - https://orcd.co/from-flesh-to-fluids​

  Track Listing:​
  1. Intro to Putrefaction - (1:37)
  2. From Flesh To Fluids - (2:07)
  3. Decapitation - (2:34)
  4. Slowly Poisoned - (2:32)
  5. Battery Acid Enema - (2:41)
  6. Stomach Bile For Miles - (3:16)
  7. Family Photo With Hella Cadavers (feat. WORMFUCKER) - (2:08)
  8. Left Over Limbs For Later - (3:03)
  9. Tools For Torture - (2:17)
  10. Skin Tortilla - (2:22)
  Album Length: 24:37

  More info: ​Gorehouseproductions.com​ | Instagram.com/cordycepscorpse | Tiktok.com/@cordycepscorpse | Youtube.com/@cordycepscorpseband​

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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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