OVERTHRUST: ANNOUNCE NEW RHYTHM GUITARIST DEON NTSHABANG (NEVERDIE)

 Ghanzi, Botswana, death metal warriors OVERTHRUST have announced the bands new rhythm guitarist DEON NTSHABANG (NEVERDIE) ..... 

OVERTHRUST have announced the band was an honorary METALLICA VIP in special recognition of AFRICAN METAL 

 OVERTHRUST have announced the band is officially a part of the NEW YORK DEATH METAL MILITIA (NYDM). 

 OVERTHRUST have announced  2026 WINTER METAL MANIA FEST (MAY) BOTSWANA TOUR.. 

  OVERTHRUST have opened auditions for a new guitarist. 

 OVERTHRUST have announced the band has parted ways with guitarist "SPENCER THRUST"..

 OVERTHRUST, via BANDCAMP, are streaming  "PASTOR SKULL", a stand alone single, unleashed 7/29/2025 via .INDIAN RIVER MUSIC COMPANY..   

 

 OVERTHRUST are part of a CNN documentary about alternative music in AFRICA.

 OVERTHRUST, via BANDCAMP, are streaming  the bands anticipated new release "INFECTED BY MYTH",  unleashed 6/30/2024 via INDIAN RIVER MUSIC COMPANY. 

 

 OVERTHRUST unleashed "DESECRATED DEEDS TO DECEASE", 5/2015 (SELF RELEASED)

 

 

 FROM OVERTHRUST: 

HELLO WORLD,

Please join us in welcoming our newest member, Deon Ntshabang aka Neverdie, a 22-year-old guitarist from Motopi, Botswana, who officially joins Overthrust as our new rhythm guitarist.

In November 2025, Overthrust announced auditions for the rhythm guitarist position. Several people showed interest, with some submitting video clips but failing to attend the physical auditions. Our frontman, Tshomarelo Mosaka Vulture Thrust then remembered a young man who had attended secondary school in Maun with our guitarist Zehst Thrustt, who had previously been teaching him the basics of guitar. Vulture contacted Zehst, got Deon’s details and reached out to him and his parent. We quickly learned that Deon had a deep passion for music. His family was excited about the opportunity and confirmed his love for music, despite spending much of his time on the farm. Although Deon had only basic guitar skills, his passion, commitment, willingness to learn and love for Overthrust stood out. He also revealed that he was a die-hard Overthrust fan. We therefore decided to give him a chance.

On 10 February 2026, Deon officially joined Overthrust and began his training by Overthrust. For the first 2 months, Zehst Thrustt took him under his wing, teaching him guitar from the beginning and helping him build the foundation needed to play with the band. He then moved to the next stage, where our drummer @Balatedi Folai Beast Thrust worked with him on playing along with drums, developing his timing and feel. Then came the big moment, playing with the entire band. Last week, Deon played with the full Overthrust lineup on a big stage, experiencing a much bigger sound and environment than the small rehearsal space he had been accustomed to. He played well, and Overthrust Management was satisfied with his progress, dedication and commitment throughout the journey.

Thanks-Stay Metal, Stay Brutal-\m/ -l-

SKALD: POST LYRIC VIDEO FOR NEW TRACK "DOKKSALIR"

 

European black metal warriors SKALD have posted a lyric video for "DOKKSALIR" ,  a track from the bands anticipated new release  "ORLOG", due to be unleashed 9/25/2026 via NAPALM RECORDS. 

 

 SKALD have posted a video for "HIMINBJORG" ,  a track from the bands anticipated new release  "ORLOG", due to be unleashed 9/25/2026 via NAPALM RECORDS. 

 

 SKALD have posted a video for "TROLL KALLA MIK", a track from the bands anticipated new release  "HULDUFOLK",  unleashed 1/20/2023 via NAPALM RECORDS. 

 

FROM SKALD: 

French Folk Band SKÁLD Releases Third Single, “Dǫkksalir”!

Watch the Lyric Video: https://youtu.be/R3CrS5NpjAI

New Album, Ørlǫg, Will Be Released This Friday, September 25: https://lnk.to/SKALD-Orlog

Warrior Chant Tour as Special Guest for The HU Kicks Off September 29!

SKÁLD about “Dǫkksalir”:

“‘Dokksalir’ draws us into the dark depths of the sea; in the distance, the sirens’ song calls to us, yet also terrifies us; mischievous spirits watch us and laugh at us; they already know we will be weak; the light no longer protects us; down below, eyes stare at you—perhaps it is you yourself watching yourself lose your way. Those siren voices are so beautiful.”

French dark folk entity SKÁLD releases “Dǫkksalir”, unveiling gentle melodies that unfold almost like a lullaby—perfectly fitting the concept of the enchanting yet frightening sirens lurking in the dark. The song is taken from the band’s upcoming full-length album, Ørlǫg, which will be released this Friday, September 25, 2026. Ørlǫg marks SKÁLD’s first release via Napalm Records and awakens ancient spirits as the band extends an invitation into times long gone but not forgotten.

Right in time to bring their new music to stages across Europe and the United Kingdom, SKÁLD are set for a major autumn UK/EU arena tour supporting The Hu, kicking off on September 29 in Glasgow

European black metal warriors SKALD have posted a video for "HIMINBJORG" ,  a track from the bands anticipated new release  "ORLOG", due to be unleashed 9/25/2026 via NAPALM RECORDS. 

 

 

 SKALD have posted a video for "TROLL KALLA MIK", a track from the bands anticipated new release  "HULDUFOLK",  unleashed 1/20/2023 via NAPALM RECORDS. 

 

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VIDEO BELOW: SKALD:NEW TRACK "DOKKSALIR" (VIA YOU TUBE, COURTESY OF NAPALM RECORDS):  

 Thanks-Stay Metal, Stay Brutal-\m/ -l-

ATAVISTIA: POST VIDEO FOR NEW TRACK "IN THE SHADOW OF TOMORROW"

 Canada based melodic, symphonic, death metal warriors ATAVISTIA have posted a video for "IN THE SHADOW OF TOMORROW" , a stand alone single, unleashed 9/22/2026 via BLOOD BLAST DISTRIBUTION....

ATAVISTIA unleashed "OLD GODS AWAKEN", 5/15/2026 via BLOOD BLAST DISTRIBUTION....

VIDEO BELOW:ATAVISTIA:NEW TRACK "IN THE SHADOW OF TOMORROW" (VIA YOU TUBE, COURTESY OF BLOOD BLAST DISTRIBUTION):  

 Thanks-Stay Metal, Stay Brutal-\m/ -l-

DRAGONFORCE: SET TO UNLEASH "DRAGONFORCE", POST VIDEO FOR NEW TRACK "HUNGER OF THE BEAST"

  London, England power metal warriors DRAGONFORCE have posted a video for  "HUNGER OF THE BEAST" , a track from the bands anticipated new release "DRAGONFORCE", due to be unleashed 3/19/2027 via NAPALM RECORDS. 

DRAGONFORCE have announced vocalist has left the band (for now), to be replaced by his vocal coach ALESSIO GARAVELLO. 

DRAGONFORCE have announced NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2026 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES WITH ENSIFERUM and RHAPSODY OF FIRE..  

 DRAGONFORCE have announced former ARCH ENEMY frontwoman  ALISSA WHITE-GLUZ as the bands new vocalist

 DRAGONFORCE have posted a video for "DRAGON SMASH GOBLIN (FEATURING Nekrogoblikon)" , a stand alone single, unleashed 11/28/2025. 

 DRAGONFORCE have added more headline shows to the bands anticipated  FALL 2025 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR

 DRAGONFORCE post video for " "BURNING HEART" (FEATURING ALLISA WHITE-GLUZ) , a stand alone single, unleashed 6/5/2025 via NAPALM RECORDS. 

DRAGONFORCE have announced  FALL 2025 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES WITH POWERWOLF...

 DRAGONFORCE have posted a video for  "SONG TITLE HERE", a track from BRAWL STARS.... 

 DRAGONFORCE, via SPOTIFY, are streaming  the bands anticipated new release "WARP SPEED WARRIORS",  unleashed 3/15/2023 via NAPALM RECORDS.

FROM DRAGONFORCE: 

IT’S HERE! “Hunger of the Beast” is out now, only on YouTube Streaming everywhere THIS THURSDAY

This is the lead single from “DragonForce,” our 10th album, which drops March 19th 2027. Pre-order now via Napalm Records. US/Canada tour tickets are also on sale now.

Have you watched the music video yet? Let us know what you think

VIDEO BELOW: DRAGONFORCE: NEW TRACK "HUNGER OF THE BEAST" (VIA YOU TUBE, COURTESY OF NAPALM RECORDS): Thanks-Stay Metal, Stay Brutal-\m/ -l-

PRONG: POST VIDEO FOR NEW TRACK "FEAR THE SUN"

 New York City, New York, U.S.A. based industrial metal warriors PRONG have posted a video for "FEAR THE SUN", a track from  the bands anticipated new self titled release, due  to be unleashed 11/6/2026 via NAPALM RECORDS

 PRONG have announced NOVEMBER 2026 EUROPEAN TOUR DATES.. 

 PRONG have posted a video for "THE BANNER", a track from the bands anticipated new self titled release, due  to be unleashed 11/6/2026 via NAPALM RECORDS. 

  PRONG, vua SPOTIFY, are streaming the bands anticipated new release "STATE OF EMERGENCY", unleashed 10/6/2023 via SPV ENTERTAINMENT.

 PRONG have posted "BREAKING POINT", a stand alone single, unleashed 1/11/2023 via NAPALM RECORDS.

PRONG unleashed "ZERO DAYS", 7/28/2017 via STEAMHAMMER.

VIDEO BELOW:NEW TRACK "FEAR THE SUN" (VIA YOU TUBE, COURTESY OF NAPALM RECORDS): 

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 Thanks-Stay Metal, Stay Brutal-\m/ -l-

DEAD KENNEDYS: "Dead Kennedys management announced today that the band’s guitarist and founding member, East Bay Ray, has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease."

 

DEAD KENNEDYS: founding guitarist "EAST BAY RAY" has been diagnosed with Parkinsons Disease. 

DEAD KENNEDYS last released "BEDTIME FOR DEMOCRACY", 11/1986 via ALTERNATIVE TENTACLES. 

FROM DEAD KENNEDYS: 

Dead Kennedys management announced today that the band’s guitarist and founding member, East Bay Ray, has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.

Ray says he plans to continue performing and touring with Dead Kennedys for as long as his health allows, and expressed his appreciation to everyone for their continued support.

Thanks-Stay Metal, Stay Brutal-\m/ -l-

BLABBERMOUTH.NET: WRITER DOM LAWSON BACK

 UK metal journalist DOM LAWSON is BACK with BLABBERMOUTH.NET after being hospitalized and awaiting surgery after suffering a heart attack at BLOODSTOCK 2026. 

 DOM LAWSON writes for BLABBERMOUTH , METAL HAMMER, PROG and THE GUARDIAN. 

A GO FUND ME has been launched to help with  DOM LAWSON'S medical expenses.  

FROM BLABBERMOUTH.NET: 

BLABBERMOUTH.NET's thrilled to have veteran U.K. metal journalist Dom Lawson — who suffered a heart attack at the Bloodstock Open Air festival last month — back at the keyboard continuing to spew forth his opinions on new releases. Click the links to his latest judgements on the new ANTHRAX and BRAT albums.

https://blabbermouth.net/reviews/cursum-perficio

https://blabbermouth.net/reviews/manslayer

Lawson also writes for Metal Hammer, Prog, The Guardian and other media outlets.

Lawson began his career as a music journalist in 1999. He wrote for Kerrang! for seven years, before moving to Metal Hammer and Prog magazines in 2007.

From 2014 to 2016, Dom worked as editor-at-large at Metal Hammer, overseeing the front section of the magazine and helping to mold the some of the features that ran in print every month. Outside of his writing duties, Dom has been a longtime radio host for TotalRock, where he currently hosts "The Dompilation Tapes", a show dedicated to excellent music from pretty much each and every genre you can think of.

Thanks-Stay Metal, Stay Brutal-\m/ -l-