Tuesday, February 17, 2026

SATAN: "With a heavy heart, we must announce a break from scheduled performances. Our singer, the inimitable Brian Ross, has just learned that he must have a major, life-saving preventative surgery in April/ May 2026. His recovery will take several months."

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UK New Wave Of British Heavy metal veterans SATAN have announced the band will take a break from performing live as their singer, BRIAN ROSS is due to get life saving surgery. 





SATAN, via SPOTIFY, are streaming  the bands anticipated new offering "SONGS IN CRIMSON",  unleashed 9/13/2024 via METAL BLADE RECORDS. 

SATAN, via BANDCAMP, are streaming the bands anticipated new release "EARTH INFERNAL",  unleashed 4/1/2022 via METAL BLADE RECORDS. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FROM SATAN: 

 

Fans and friends,
With a heavy heart, we must announce a break from scheduled performances. Our singer, the inimitable Brian Ross, has just learned that he must have a major, life-saving preventative surgery in April/ May 2026. His recovery will take several months.
This sadly means that Satan is forced to postpone all planned concerts for 2027, with the exception of this weeks shows in Spain which will go ahead as planned.
This is not what we wanted, but we trust that you all want Brian to take care of his health, recover fully and come back stronger and more powerful than ever in 2027. Thank you so much for your unwavering love and support!
 
 
Thanks-Stay Metal, Stay Brutal-\m/ -l-  

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BEHEMOTH: 3/3/2026 BANGALORE, INDIA SHOW CANCELLED OVER CHRISTIAN EXTREMIST THREATS

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Polish blackened death metal warriors BEHEMOTH have announced the bands 3/3/2026 BANGALORE, INDIA SHOW CANCELLED OVER CHRISTIAN EXTREMIST THREATS.. 

BEHEMOTH'S Turkish shows were cancelled due to back lash from religious groups....  

 BEHEMOTH  have posted a video for  "NOMEN BARBARVM", a track from the bands anticipated new release "THE SHIT OV GOD",  unleashed 5/9/2025 via NUCLEAR BLAST RECORDS

BEHEMOTH have announced  WINTER 2026 CHINESE TOUR DATES...   

 BEHEMOTH have announced  SPRING 2026 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES WITH DEICIDE, IMMOLATION and ROTTING CHRIST.  

BEHEMOTH have announced the band will perform entire "SVENTEVITH (STORMING NEAR THE BALTIC) ALBUM AT BEYOND THE GATES 2026. 

 

 BEHEMOTH have announced FEBRUARY/MARCH 2026 AUSTRALIAN, ASIAN TOUR DATES.  More BEHEMOTH ASIAN tour dates T.B.A.

 BEHEMOTH have posted a video for "AVGR (THE DREAD VVLTVRE)", a track from the bands anticipated new release "THE SHIT OV GOD",  unleashed 5/9/2025 via NUCLEAR BLAST RECORDS 

 BEHEMOTH have posted "SATAN'S SWORD (I HAVE BECOME)", a track from the bands anticipated new reissue of  "PANDEMONIC INCANTATIONS", due to be unleashed 9/12/2025 via METAL BLADE RECORDS.  

 

  BEHEMOTH have announced  FALL 2025 LATIN AMERICAN TOUR DATES WITH DEICIDE and NIDHOGG..

. BEHEMOTH, are streaming the bands anticipated new release "THE SHIT OV GOD",  unleashed 5/9/2025 via NUCLEAR BLAST RECORDS

BEHEMOTH, via SPOTIFY, are streaming the bands anticipated live release  "XXX YEARS OV BLASPHEMY", unleashed 10/25/2024 via NUCLEAR BLAST RECORDS.

BEHEMOTH have announced SPRING 2025 EUROPEAN TOUR DATES WITH  SATYRICON and ROTTING CHRIST.


BEHEMOTH unleashed  "OPVS CONTRA NATVRAM",  unleashed 9/16/2022 via NUCLEAR BLAST RECORDS. 

BEHEMOTH have won the FRYDERYK  AWARD for their latest release  “OPVS CONTRA NATVRAM”.

BEHEMOTH have announced  SUMMER 2023 EUROPEAN/FESTIVAL TOUR DATES. 


BEHEMOTH unleashed "O PENTAGRAM IGNUS" (EP), 9/26/2019 via NEW AEON MUSICK

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FROM BEHEMOTH: 

Behemoth regret to announce the cancellation of the band’s scheduled performance on March 3 in Bangalore, India.
Over the past few weeks, we and our team have received numerous credible threats stemming from religious Christian groups who have been applying pressure to authorities and to the promoter in an effort to stop the show from taking place. These threats have raised serious concerns regarding the band’s safety and security, including the possibility of arrest or physical danger.
We have been in close contact with the local promoter throughout this process. We want to make it clear that this cancellation is not the fault of the promoter, who has acted in good faith at every stage. Despite genuine efforts, it was not possible to obtain sufficient assurances that the band would be protected from legal consequences or security risks. On that basis, we have made the decision to cancel the show.
This is another example of religious fanaticism attempting to impose itself on artistic expression, something the band has recently faced in Turkey. It is deeply concerning to see what feels like a growing movement toward censorship around the world. In this modern age, artists should not face intimidation, threats, or the risk of imprisonment for performing their art.
Regardless of religion, race, or culture, freedom of expression must remain a fundamental principle. We believe it is important that people stand together in support of liberal values and creative freedom.
To our legions in India, we are deeply disappointed that we will not be able to perform for you on this occasion. We appreciate your support and hope to return soon.
Stay strong. Stay free.
 
 
 
Thanks-Stay Metal, Stay Brutal-\m/ -l-  

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Monday, February 16, 2026

DEFECT DESIGNER: SET TO UNLEASH "DEPRESSANTS", POST NEW TRACK "REPEATED AVERSIVE STIMULI INDUCER"

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 Oslo, Norway based extreme metal project DEFECT DESIGNER have posted "REPEATED AVERSIVE STIMULI INDUCER", a track from the bands anticipated new release "DEPRESSANTS", due to be unleashed soon in 2026 (release date T.B.A.) via TRANSCENDING OBSCURITY RECORDS. . 

 DEFECT DESIGNER have announced plans for an album trilogy. 

 DEFECT DESIGNER have posted the bands anticipated new release "CHTIN",  unleashed 3/15/2024 via  TRANSCENDING OBSCURITY RECORDS. .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FROM DEFECT DESIGNER: 

 

Here's the artwork for the our new album titled "Depressants". It's once again made by Ian Miller's Fantastic Art. You can listen to a new song from it here - https://youtu.be/WOgS8dRyFoA
Line up -
Dmitry Sukhinin (Diskord) - Guitars, vocals, music, lyrics
Martin Storm-Olsen - Bass, vocals, lyrics, sound engineering
Eugene Ryabchenko (FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE) - Drums
Preorders for it will be up later this week via Transcending Obscurity Records.
 
 
 
 
 
 
VIDEO BELOW: DEFECT DESIGNER:NEW TRACK "REPEATED AVERSIVE STIMULI INDUCER" (VIA YOU TUBE, COURTESY OF TRANSCENDING OBSCURITY RECORDS):  
Thanks-Stay Metal, Stay Brutal-\m/ -l-
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ITP V.026 ONLY ONE PER COFFIN: R.I.P. MARK SAWICKIS (GUITARIST IMPETIGO)

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 MARK SAWICKIS, guitarist for Bloomington, Illinois, U.S.A. death grind warriors IMPETIGO died 2/15/2026 at 58. No cause of   MARK SAWICKIS death has been given. 

 

 IMPETIGO unleashed "HORROR OF THE ZOMBIES", 6/5/1992 via WILD RAGS RECORDS. 

 IMPETIGO broke up in 2007..

 

 

 

FROM NASUM: 

 

I am deeply saddened by the news of Mark Sawickis passing - one of the true underground legends. I bought the first LP by Impetigo "Ultimo Mondo Cannibale" when a local record store had a weird night sale. I sort of fell in love with their sludgy death/grind which was drenched in references that I didn't have. However, a few years later I got in touch with Stevo Dobbins, the bass playing singer, and we were pen pals for a while. Stevo was very instrumental in picking out a few songs for the "Necronycism: Distorting the Originals" cover MCD from Necrony.
But in 1999 I met Mark at the Milwaukee Metal Fest when Nasum toured the USA for the first time. Or I should say, Mark met me, because as I remember it, he introduced himself to me. We had never been in touch before, but I am sure that since he was an underground connoisseur of biblical proportions he knew everything about me. We sat down in the Relapse room and had a conversation. I don't remember the details, but I remember that I had a good time.
We might have exchanged a few emails after that, but I never had a proper relationship with him. I sort of miss that now. It's evident today when Facebook is covered with tributes that he was a standout guy and I am happy to have known him, if only for a short conversation back in the Summer of 1999. / Anders

 FROM BLACK DEATH NOSTALGIA (FACEBOOK): 

 

This one really hits hard. If you have followed this page for a while then you will know that we hold IMPETIGO in very high regard, so learning about the passing of Mark Sawickis is sad news indeed. I had spoke to him quite a few times over the years, usually just asking for some information about photos or about how much I loved the music of IMPETIGO, but he was always really cool and happy to answer questions in his own humble way. We have just lost one of the original old school die-hards but will never forget what you have given us 💔
RIP Mark, you absolute legend...
 
FROM REAPER METAL PRODUCTIONS. 
 Saddened to hear the news, RIP Mark Sawickis of Impetigo. Mark was a huge supporter of metal in general and all my endeavors, one day he showed up in my inbox and we kept regular correspondence from there after. Always talking metal, horror and life Mark truly was a pen pal as I only had the long distance connection. It has been a long time since those days. Being an icon of the underground metal scene I am glad I got to share a bit of his story by having him on an episode of HELLCAST for an interview. I have included a link to the episode in the comments.
 
FROM BIZARRE LEPROUS PRODUCTIONS:  
 
We stand together with thousands across the underground and far beyond, united in grief.
February 15th, 2026 will be remembered as the day the underground lost one of the true pioneers of extreme music, a spirit whose strings carved paths, shaped sound, and left marks that will never fade.
Thank you, Mark, for everything you gave to this world.
Our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and everyone who carried him and his music in their hearts.
 
FROM PAUL SPECKMANN (MASTER): 
 
This one hits hard, RIP Dear Mark Impetigo, you will be missed by so many! You were a great and kind soul and we met many times over the years, sadly you won't be calling me and asking if it's really me brother!
I'll always charish our friendship brother!
 
FROM ALEX BOUKS (IMMOLATION): 
 R.I.P. to my old friend and underground legend Mark Sawickis. This is a sad day and huge loss
 
 
FROM SHAXUL MANZER: 
 
I’m a huge IMPETIGO fan, but it was through our shared passions that Mark Impetigo and I first connected: obscure underground scenes, a love for discovering cultures, and traveling. He was living in Asia when we exchanged our first messages. Mark was a simple, deeply endearing man. And a legend. Not only because of his cult band, but also because of his passion for underground music scenes (Metal, Punk, Grind, and beyond). He was a walking encyclopedia and a die-hard maniak.
Our friendship lasted about 25 years, even though, sadly, I never had the chance to meet him in person. I’m devastated by the news of his passing. RIP, my friend.
An IMPETIGO listening session is coming…
 
FROM CARDIAC ARREST: 
 RIP to one of our long time friends and allies of the band, and total underground metal warrior Mark from Impetigo. See you on the other side, friend!!!!
 
 
FROM AUTOPSY: 
 
If you know anything about the death metal/grind underground, Mark Sawickis and Impetigo should be no stranger to you. (Not to mention the incredible Uni-Force Zine, which Mark also helmed)
The impact and influence they had still ripples and bleeds through the scene today as it rightfully should.
Autopsy and Impetigo share a connection going back to 1987 when we first started corresponding and the news of Mark’s passing is truly crushing.
We send love and support to Mark’s family, friends and bandmates and urge you to crank up some Impetigo loud enough to make your neighbors wonder if they should call the authorities.
R.I.P. Mark. You will be missed immensely.
 
FROM HELLWITCH: 
 Mark was a true underground metal soldier and comrade in arms. One of the earliest UG supporters of the Witches. Great fanzine guru. Great asset to the underground Tape trading community and tons more. Gone, but never forgotten. Forever extolled.
 
FROM COFFINS: 
 RIP Mark Impetigo...

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

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DARK TRANQUILLITY: POST VIDEO FOR "THE LAST IMAGINATION" (LIVE)

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Gothenburg, Sweden based melodic death metal warriors DARK TRANQUILLITY have posted a video for "THE LAST IMAGINATION" (LIVE) .



DARK TRANQUILLITY have announced SPRING 2026 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES WITH SOEN..  




DARK TRANQUILLITY have posted a video for "WAYWARD EYES" , a track from the bands anticipated new release "ENDTIME SIGNALS", unleashed 8/16/2024 via CENTURY MEDIA RECORDS.

 Denmark based progressive, power metal warriors  IOTUNN have posted  the bands anticipated new release "KINSHIP",   unleashed 10/25/2024 via METAL BLADE RECORDS  





VIDEO BELOW:DARK TRANQUILLITY: "THE LAST IMAGINATION" (LIVE) (VIA YOU TUBE, COURTESY OF;DARK TRANQUILLITY:):  

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

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ARCHAIC OATH: POST VIDEO FOR NEW TRACK "FOREST OF HORRORS"

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 European melodic black metal warriors ARCHAIC OATH have posted a video for  "FOREST OF HORRORS", a track from  the bands anticipated new release  "DETERMINED TO DEATH AND BEYOND", dye to be unleashed 4/24/2026 via AOP.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIDEO BELOW: ARCHAIC OATH: NEW TRACK "FOREST OF HORRORS" (VIA YOU TUBE, COURTESY OF AOP):  

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

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  • SANGUISUGABOGG : ANNOUNCE SPRING 2026 U.S.A. OFF D...
  • HILLS OF ROCK FESTIVAL 2026 7/24th, 25th and 26th,...
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  • FALLATH: SET TO UNLEASH "NALKAISET AAVEET", POST N...
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  • THE DEVILS BLOOD: "The forthcoming offering will n...
  • DEIMLER: SET TO TO UNLEASH "DARKNESS FALLS", POST ...
  • EYE OF PURGATORY: POST NEW RELEASE "DARKBORNE"
  • OBSCURA: POST VIDEO FOR "STARDUST"
  • GUYOĐ: POST VIDEO FOR "BEHIND WALLS OF ICE"
  • METAL CHURCH: POST VIDEO FOR NEW TRACK "BRAINWASH ...
  • WOLFCHANT: STREAMING NEW RELEASE "ECHOES OF A TIME...
  • WORM: STREAMING NEW RELEASE "NECROPALACE" VIA SPO...
  • FOSSILIZATION: STREAMING NEW RELEASE "ADVENT OF WO...
  • EVERGREY: SET TO UNLEASH "ARCHITECTS OF A NEW WEAVE"
  • IBLIS MANIFESTATIONS (PODCAST): WHY TURKEY JUST CA...
  • ULCERATE: ANNOUNCE MAY 2026 AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES ...
  • NEVERMORE: SIGN RECORD DEAL WITH REIGNING PHOENIX ...
  • TESTAMENT: CHUCK BILLY INTERVIEWED BY LAMBGOAT
  • FOETOREM: POST NEW TRACK "MORS VIATURUS (THE DEATH...
  • EXHUMED: POST VIDEO FOR NEW TRACK "THE IRON GRAVEY...
  • MELECHESH: SET TO UNLEASH "SENTINELS OF SHAMASH" (...
  • MAWIZA: POST VIDEO FOR "NGILUTO"
  • MAX AND GLORIA CAVELERA: " It is with great sorro...
  • DRACONIAN: SET TO UNLEASH "IN SOMNOLENT RUIN"
  • DECIPHER: POST NEW TRACK "THE BLACK MARCH"
  • BEHEMOTH: TURKISH SHOWS CANCELLED DUE TO "SOCIETAL...
  • ALESTORM: ANNOUNCE SPRING 2026 CANADIAN TOUR DATES...
  • ONSLAUGHT: ADD MORE DATES TO SPRING 2026 NORTH AME...
  • CATTLE DECAPITATION: ANNOUNCE "30 YEARS OF INHUMAN...
  • HELLRIPPER: POST LYRIC VIDEO FOR NEW TRACK "CORONACH"
  • PETE SANDOVAL (EX MORBID ANGEL): "I did not leave ...
  • NICK BARKER (CRADLE OF FILTH, DIMMU BORGIR): INTER...
  • ARCHAIC OATH: SET TO UNLEASH "DETERMINED TO DEATH ...
  • DEVENIAL VERDICT: SET TO UNLEASH "OLD BLOOD, FRESH...
  • MANOWAR: FORMER GUITARIST ROSS "THE BOSS" FRIEDMAN...
  • ANAAL NATHRAKH: CANCEL OUT OF 2026 CACIQUE METAL ...
  • VALDRIN: SET TO RE- UNLEASH "BEYOND THE FOREST", P...
  • ONSLAUGHT: ANNOUNCE NEW GUITARIST NIK SAMPSON
  • VADER: ADD MORE SHOWS TO 2026 LATIN AMERICAN TOUR
  • VOIVOD: ANNOUNCE SUMMER 2026 EUROPEAN FESTIVAL TOU...
  • MONSTROSITY : ANNOUNCE SPRING 2026 EUROPEAN TOUR D...
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