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

22 August 2026 – Savage Hands Release Bruise

Maryland alternative-metal group Savage Hands release melodic heavy single Bruise via Oxide Music, following SiriusXM Octane success.

August 22, 2026

22 August 2026 – Korpse Drop Forbid EP

Dutch brutal death-metal powerhouse Korpse release EP Forbid via Unique Leader Records alongside a lyric video for the title track.

August 22, 2026

22 August 2026 – Wolves in the Throne Room Preview Estuary

Atmospheric black metal icons Wolves in the Throne Room reveal lead single Ghosts Among the Obelisks from forthcoming LP Estuary on Relapse Records.

August 22, 2026

22 August 2026 – Mother of Graves Announce The Light That Keeps Us

Death-doom band Mother of Graves announce new album The Light That Keeps Us and share lead single Through The Pale Shade.

August 22, 2026

22 August 2026 – Avrak Sign to Peaceville

Norwegian heavy-metal act Avrak sign with legendary label Peaceville Records and announce self-titled debut album with single Unborn.

August 22, 2026

22 August 2026 – Today's Discovery Route Goes Far Beyond Indie Rock

A curated Saturday listening journey through art rock, darkwave, electronic, death metal, power pop, and emotive indie rock.

August 22, 2026