Metal

Converge

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

1 August 2026 – Cairiss Return From The ‘Wilderness’

Southampton post-metal ensemble Cairiss release debut album 'Wilderness', decade after initial formation, blending black metal, choral harmonies, and acoustic beauty.

August 1, 2026

30 July 2026 – The Body Expand ‘Master, We Perish’

Experimental heavy duo The Body release an expanded edition of 2013's 'Master, We Perish' featuring refreshed artwork and early career rarities.

July 30, 2026

29 July 2026 – Dead Mall Release The ‘RATS’

Newcastle alternative-punk outfit Dead Mall strip down their sound on 'RATS', recorded and mixed by guitarist Darcy Long with mastering by Alan Douches.

July 29, 2026

27 July 2026 – System Of A Down And Faith No More Plan A Giant Australian Reunion

System Of A Down announce major Australian stadium tour for early 2027 alongside Faith No More, visiting Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane.

July 27, 2026

25 July 2026 – Ministry Prepare Their Final Order

Industrial rock legends Ministry announce final album 'Hate To Go (Take Out Or Delivery)' (out 30 October) and release ferocious track 'Burned Out'.

July 25, 2026

22 July 2026 – No Life Put The Scene On Notice With ‘Foulmouth’

Aotearoa metalcore quartet No Life unleash hostile new single 'Foulmouth', targeting scene politics, complacency, and hypocrisy.

July 22, 2026