MASSACRE RECORDS

09/10/2026

Under the banner of “In League With Satan,” BEHEMOTH! kick off their European tour today in Zurich, Switzerland, alongside Dimmu Borgir and special guests Dark Funeral!
This spectacular tour brings three major names in extreme metal together for a run of shows across Europe and the UK.
Behemoth hit the road following the release of “I, Scvlptor,” which reached #1 across all sales categories on Poland’s official OLiS chart. The eight-track release features seven studio recordings and one live track, combining re-recorded early material, new recordings and covers of Venom and Bathory.

Details below:

09 Oct Zurich, Switzerland - Halle 622
10 Oct Zwickau, Germany - Sparkassen-Arena
11 Oct Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg - Rockhal
13 Oct Milan, Italy - Alcatraz
14 Oct Munich, Germany - Zenith
16 Oct Paris, France - Zenith de Paris
17 Oct London, UK - O2 Academy Brixton
18 Oct Den Bosch, Netherlands - Mainstage
20 Oct Cologne, Germany - Palladium
22 Oct Hamburg, Germany - Inselpark Arena
23 Oct Berlin, Germany - Columbiahalle
24 Oct Brno, Czech Republic - Hala Vodova
25 Oct Katowice, Poland - Spodek
27 Oct Helsinki, Finland - Ice Hall
29 Oct Stockholm, Sweden - B-K
30 Oct Copenhagen, Denmark - K.B. Hallen

“I, Scvlptor” is still available to order at: https://www.iscvlptor.com

07/10/2026

Swedish metallers Crystal Eyes present “Kids Of Rock ‘N’Roll”, second single from their ninth studio album, “Thunder God”, set for release on October 30. The new record is a perfect blend of classic heavy and power metal, and the melodic, epic and riff-driven elements that have band’s sound for more than three decades.

Band’s founder, Mikael Dahl about new single:

Although the song was inspired by my own teenage dream of becoming a guitarist and playing in a band like my heroes, the lyrics carry a broader message. "The kids of rock 'n' roll" represent everyone who refuses to give up on their dreams, no matter how difficult life becomes or how many obstacles stand in their way. It's a song about outsiders, believers, and those who choose their own path instead of following the crowd. Musically, it's a classic hard rock anthem that could easily have come straight out of the golden era of the 1980s. The chorus appeared almost instantly, and from the moment it was written I felt it had something special. With influences from bands such as Saxon, Def Leppard, and Twisted Sister, combined with a huge sing-along chorus and uplifting energy, it captures the spirit that made many of us fall in love with rock music in the first place. I can easily imagine this becoming a future live favorite.

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30/09/2026

The Swiss metallers, Crystal Ball, presents their latest music video and single, a song titled "I Wanna Know".
It’s a second single from band's latest album, which will be released on October 23rd.
As vocalist Steven Mageney says:

For me, “I Wanna Know” has that big melodic arena-rock feeling — powerful, emotional, catchy and full of huge sing-along choirs. It is definitely one of those songs that grabs you very quickly, and I am really happy that it's our next new single.
During the studio work, the song changed quite a lot, especially through the big choir parts, which gave it even more energy and made the hook much stronger. I spent around three and a half hours recording the vocals, including all the backing vocals and choirs.
The lyrics were written by my English friend Ricky, based on an idea I had. The song is about two people who love each other, but for different reasons still cannot find their way together. It is emotional, melodic and powerful at the same time – and thirty years ago, I probably would have said: this song has real hit potential.

Scott Leach adds:

This song doesn't rely on a conventional guitar riff. Instead, the choir section at the beginning acts as the main hook and essentially fills the role of the riff. The song sounds simple and easy-going on the surface, but beneath that lies a surprisingly rich structure and a killer hook.

“I Wanna Know” is a highly melodic and catchy track that explores the confusion and heartbreak of a relationship that once felt perfect. Driven by strong sing along melodies, an infectious chorus and an emotional yet uplifting rock energy, the song showcases Crystal Ball’s more accessible side. The hook gives the track an immediate sing-along quality, while its powerful melodic arrangement keeps it firmly rooted in the band’s signature hard rock and melodic metal sound.

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28/09/2026

Massacre Records trauern um Bruno Kramm. Wir sind erschüttert über den plötzlichen Tod unseres
ehemaligen Label Musikers. Bruno und Massacre Records arbeiten lange zusammen. Von 2002 bis 2006
durften wir drei großartige Alben seiner Band Das Ich veröffentlichen.
Die Zusammenarbeit einer Elektronik Band wie Das Ich und einem Metal Label Massacre Records war zu dieser Zeit
einmalig und setzte neue Grenzen. Nicht zu vergessen das neue Massstäbe setzende Crossover
Album "Die Liebe" welches Das Ich zusammen mit Atrocity bei uns veröffentlichten.
Er war ein Pionier des neo-classical Electronic Sounds und seine Kunst wird bleiben
Bruno wird bei uns unvergessen bleiben.
Unser Mitgefühl gilt seiner Familie und seinen Freunden
RIP Bruno

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ENG:
Massacre Records mourns the loss of Bruno Kramm. We are devastated by the sudden loss of our

former label artist. Bruno and Massacre Records worked together for a long time, from 2002 to 2006

we had the privilege of releasing three magnificent albums by his band, Das Ich.

The collaboration between an electronic band like Das Ich and a metal label like Massacre Records was

unique at the time and pushed boundaries. Not to mention the groundbreaking crossover

album "Die Liebe," which Das Ich released with us in collaboration with Atrocity on our label.

He was a pioneer of dark electronic music and his legacy will remain

Bruno will always be remembered by us.

Our deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends.

28/09/2026

We were deeply saddened by the news that our friend Bruno Kramm of Das Ich passed away at the age of 58.
Bruno was not only a pioneering musician and a defining figure of the dark electro and gothic scene, but also a friend and a partner to us at Massacre Records. Over the years, he released several albums with us, and we are deeply grateful for the trust, friendship and countless memories we shared.
His creativity, passion and personality left a lasting mark on everyone who had the privilege of working with him. Bruno will be missed, both as an artist and as a human being.
Our deepest condolences to Bruno’s family.

25/09/2026

ASENBLUT’S “URGEWALT” ENTERS THE OFFICIAL GERMAN ALBUM CHARTS AT #11
German melodic death metal band Asenblut have entered the Official German Album Charts at #11 with their latest album, “Urgewalt”, released on September 18th!
The chart entry marks a new career high for the band in Germany, surpassing the #25 position achieved by their previous album, “Entfesselt”, in 2024 and thereby becoming the highest chart entry in the band's history.
“Urgewalt” is the band’s latest full-length release, featuring ten tracks that combine Asenblut’s melodic death metal sound with epic and Nordic-inspired elements.

Link to the current charts:
https://www.offiziellecharts.de/charts/album

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22/09/2026

Chicago-based brutal death metal band Embryonic Autopsy have renewed their long term deal with Massacre Records, continuing their collaboration with the label into the next phase of the band’s career.
Formed in 2021, Embryonic Autopsy set out to revive the style and uncompromising energy that made death metal one of the most powerful underground genres of the early ’90s. Their sound combines blazing guitar riffs, guttural vocals and relentless, lightning-fast drumming. The band features vocalist Tim King, from technical death metal pioneers Oppressor, former Otep guitarist Scott Roberts, bassist Kenxi Dupey and drummer Marco Fimbres.
Embryonic Autopsy made their recorded debut with “Prophecies Of The Conjoined” in February 2022. The album quickly gained recognition within the underground Death Metal scene for its raw energy and old-school approach. It also established the band’s distinctive conceptual universe, centered around theories of extraterrestrial visitation, ancient civilizations and the creation of alien-human hybrids. Guest appearances included Death Metal veterans James Murphy (Death, Obituary) and Terrance Hobbs (Suffocation).
The story continued with “Origins Of The Deformed”, released in June 2024. Expanding on the alien/human hybrid concept of the debut, the album delivered a darker and more extreme lyrical approach while further developing the band’s brutal musical style. Once again, James Murphy and Terrance Hobbs contributed to the record, joined by Jack Owen (Cannibal Co**se, Deicide, Six Feet Under), who performed several guest guitar solos.
The trilogy reached its conclusion with “Rise Of The Mutated”, released this year. Completing the narrative established on the previous two albums, the record takes the band’s musical intensity even further, combining heavier and faster riffs with their trademark death metal attack. James Murphy and Terrance Hobbs return to perform guest guitar solos.
“Rise Of The Mutated” was produced and mixed by Scott Roberts and mastered by Ulrich Wild (Pantera, Dethklok) at Wilderness Studios in Burbank, California.
Early radio response to “Zombified Infants Of Roswell” has already included airplay in the USA, Spain, Canada and the UK during the first week of its campaign, with further reports expected.

21/09/2026

Swedish metal veterans Crystal Eyes are back with “Thunder God” , their ninth studio album, set for release on October 30 via Massacre Records. The new record is a perfect blend of classic heavy and power metal, and the melodic, epic and riff-driven elements that have band’s sound for more than three decades.
First single from the album is song called "Metal Bound".

Band’s founder, Mikael Dahl about the song:
The lyrics were originally inspired by a vision of humanity leaving Earth after its destruction and searching for a new home among the stars. At the same time, the song carries a second meaning: defending and preserving the legacy of heavy metal itself. Musically, it is a classic marching heavy metal anthem in the tradition of Judas Priest and Accept, complete with a fist-raising chorus built for audience participation.

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18/09/2026

After almost six years since their previous album, Hardbone return today with a brand-new full-length release, “Hardbeat”. The Hamburg rock ’n’ roll veterans are back with a record that brings together everything that has made the band a force on stage for almost two decades: loud guitars, driving rhythms, catchy hooks and an uncompromising attitude.
The new album delivers the band’s trademark hard-driving rock ’n’ roll, combining roaring guitars, pounding drums, pumping bass and rough-edged vocals. Hardbone keep things direct and powerful, focusing on songs that are made to be played loud and experienced at full volume. There is no need for unnecessary detours when the recipe is this simple: strong riffs, memorable choruses and plenty of attitude.
Alongside the album, Hardbone are also releasing the new single “You Made Me Do It”.
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18/09/2026

🔥 ELYSION RELEASE NEW SINGLE & VIDEO “DEAD LOVES” 🔥

Greek dark atmospheric metal band Elysion have released “Dead Loves”, the third single taken from their upcoming studio album, “Identity”, due out on October 16, 2026, via Massacre Records.

Probably the most romantic song ELYSION have ever written, “Dead Loves” unfolds through an evocative gothic atmosphere where a distinctly retro sensibility meets the band’s contemporary sound. Haunting melodies, dark textures and Christianna’s expressive vocals explore what remains when love appears to have reached its end.

Christianna comments:
“‘Dead Loves’ is probably the most romantic song ELYSION have ever written. It has a half-retro, half-modern gothic atmosphere and is one of the very few true love songs included on ‘Identity’. There is no need to explain too much: if love exists as a form of energy, then it cannot be destroyed. So where does it really go?”

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