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[Exclusive Interview] Hällas: Expanding Horizons and Defining Identity Through “Panorama”

Jacopo Vigezzi — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:20:06 +0000

With “Panorama,” Hällas have reached a decisive point in their artistic journey, delivering an album that feels both definitive and exploratory. The record consolidates their unmistakable identity while pushing further into conceptual depth, compositional ambition, and sonic refinement. In this interview, we delve into the band’s origins, their evolving musical language, and—most importantly—the creative process […]

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[News] You’re not who you think you are… EverFelt’s “Stranger” dives into the self you’ve been avoiding

Jacopo Vigezzi — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:38:33 +0000

Emerging from Southern Illinois, EverFelt steps into the sonic unknown with their latest single “Stranger,” a hypnotic journey through identity, transformation, and the unsettling realization that who you are may only be the surface. Rooted in Psychedelic Groove Rock, Psychedelic Metal, and Stoner Rock, “Stranger” pulls listeners into a slow-burning, immersive atmosphere reminiscent of Tool, […]

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[Editor’s Pick] What You Shouldn’t Miss — April 27, 2026

Jacopo Vigezzi — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:46:15 +0000

A week that stretched across continents and centuries. From the improvised cosmic architecture of a Scottish quartet to the buried Symphonic Prog of 1980s Mexico City, from an Austrian Heavy Psych debut that doesn’t sound like one to the ghost of a 1972 UK band finally getting its proper hearing — and a Doom metal […]

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PRJ Spotify Playlist: Progressive Rock and Metal — April 2026

Jacopo Vigezzi — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:46:31 +0000

Welcome to the April 2026 edition of our monthly journey through the most adventurous, technically ambitious, and emotionally charged corners of contemporary and classic Progressive Rock and Metal. This month’s selection for the PRJ Prog Rock / Metal playlist ranges from the introspective solo work of a British multi-instrumentalist legend to a Canadian power trio […]

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[News] Shrine of Reflection unveil official lyric video for their new “No Horizon” from upcoming album

Jacopo Vigezzi — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:50:55 +0000

Lublin, Poland based Dark Progressive Post-Rock duo Shrine of Reflection have unveiled the official lyric video for their new single, “No Horizon,” released on April 25, 2026 and taken from the upcoming album. Watch the lyric video for “No Horizon” via the YouTube player below: The band states: Time has come to reveal another piece […]

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[News] Sönus unleashes “Sisyphus Stomp” — A relentless anthem of struggle and defiance

Jacopo Vigezzi — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:38:13 +0000

Rising Heavy Metal force Sönus returns with “Sisyphus Stomp,” a crushing new single taken from their forthcoming full-length album “Planes of Torment.” Blending the raw punch of Classic Hard Rock with the unrelenting weight of traditional Heavy Metal, “Sisyphus Stomp” channels the spirit of legends like AC/DC, Motörhead, and Judas Priest while pushing it into […]

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[News] Dark Folk/Progressive entity Rakinua announces debut album “Esi Um Ninu – Heal Us, Mother” and unveil first single

Jacopo Vigezzi — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:46:27 +0000

Dark folk/progressive entity Rakinua are set to unveil their debut album “Esi Um Ninu – Heal Us, Mother” on May 29th, 2026 via Dusktone Label, marking the first chapter of an ambitious artistic vision rooted in myth, ritual and sonic exploration. The video of the project’s first single, “Shepherd of the Clouds”, is now available via the YouTube player below: Emerging from a […]

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[News] Progressive Heavy Rockers Karcius unveil official video for the single “Rise” from upcoming album

Jacopo Vigezzi — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:53:04 +0000

Progressive Rock powerhouse Karcius have unveiled the official video for “Rise,” the third and final single from forthcoming album, “Black Soul Sickness.” Watch the official video for “Rise” via the YouTube player below: Karcius returns with “Black Soul Sickness” — a haunting and cinematic odyssey through the fragile architecture of the human psyche. The forthcoming album is “Part III” […]

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[News] Norwegian Stoner Metallers Draken unveil straight-forward brutal yet melodic single/video “Wrath”

Jacopo Vigezzi — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:35:23 +0000

Norwegian Hard Rock/Stoner/Metal power trio Draken is out with another new video single from their just released new album “Here Be Draken,” out now through Dark Essence Records. The new video single is titled “Wrath“… and it just makes so fun! With down-tuned guitars, massive riffs, and a wall of sound, Draken aims to channel the raw and natural essence […]

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[News] TodoMal announce Doomy and dramatic new album “Graveyards Of Joy” & unveil music video for lead single “Point Of Coalescence”

Jacopo Vigezzi — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:52:11 +0000

Barcelona, Spain based Atmospheric Doom metal band TodoMal have unveiled the official music video for the lead single “Point Of Coalescence” taken from their third studio album, “Graveyards Of Joy,” set for release on July 3rd, 2026 via Season Of Mist. Watch the official music video for “Point Of Coalescence” via the YouTube player below: TodoMal, the […]

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