Metal

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Review: Converge - Hum of Hurt

Pitchfork reviews Converge’s Hum of Hurt, the metalcore band’s second album of 2026, heavier, more deliberate and more urgent than its predecessor.

June 24, 2026

17 September 2026 – The Beths — “Metal (Nik Brinkman Remix)”

Auckland indie champions The Beths share a fresh version of Metal today, reimagined by fellow New Zealand musician and electronic producer Nik Brinkman.

September 17, 2026

16 September 2026 – Wacken Goes to Reeperbahn

Heavy metal giant Wacken Open Air participates in Reeperbahn Festival's programme this year, highlighting the porous borders between heavy music and indie showcase culture.

September 16, 2026

16 September 2026 – Green Lung + Britain's Folk-Horror Underground

A major new feature today explores the British folk-horror metal resurgence around Green Lung and Druidess, drawing on folklore, London cemeteries, and local history.

September 16, 2026

14 September 2026 – The Well — ...And Flames Ran Like Living Animals

Austin psychedelic/doom trio The Well release ...And Flames Ran Like Living Animals, a heavy psych and stoner metal journey out today on vinyl and digital.

September 14, 2026

14 September 2026 – Titan Blood — When the Tide Subsides

Independent metal project Titan Blood releases third full-length When the Tide Subsides, welding traditional heavy metal, power metal, and progressive ambition.

September 14, 2026

14 September 2026 – Spiritbox — Nottingham Tonight

Spiritbox play Motorpoint Arena Nottingham tonight on their European/UK headline tour with Jinjer and Dying Wish, following new single Mourning.

September 14, 2026