Image: Thy Art Is Murder [Official Press Photo]
This week, we not only got plenty of live announcements but also a bunch of new album releases. Thy Art Is Murder, Rise Of The Northstar, and Hayley Williams are in the mix, along with news from Of Mice & Men, The Devil Wears Prada, and more!
Thy Art Is Murder to play Elbriot 2026
The Northern Germany festival has announced its third band for next summer’s edition. Alongside Powerwolf and Savatage, Thy Art Is Murder will take the stage in Hamburg. Elbriot says:
“Get ready as the deathcore giants from Australia set the Grossmarkt on fire! 🔥”

Of Mice & Men: New album "Another Miracle" out now
Of Mice & Men are back with the follow-up to Tether: Another Miracle is available on vinyl, streaming, wherever you like to listen. You can read our album review here!
Rise Of The Northstar release new studio album
Rise Of The Northstar’s new record Chapter 04: Red Falcon Super Battle! Neo Paris War!! is also officially out today. Thirteen tracks of rap-metal await you – check it out here:
The Devil Wears Prada celebrate release day of "Flowers"
On their new album Flowers, The Devil Wears Prada go emotional once again. We’ve already had a taste of some singles: “For You,” “Where The Flowers Never Grow,” “So Low,” “Eyes,” “Everybody Knows,” … now it’s time for the full album.
Stellar Circuits: "Phantom :: Phoenix" out now
Prog-metal band Stellar Circuits have released their third studio album Phantom :: Phoenix today, featuring ten tracks full of intense variety. Check out a sample here:
Hayley Williams announces 2026 solo tour dates
Hayley Williams heads out on a solo tour across Europe in summer 2026, following the North American tour of the Paramore singer in support of her new album Ego Death At A Bachelorette Party. The European part of the tour kicks off in early June. Grab your tickets here.
See all tour dates here:

Three Days Grace coming to Europe in 2026
Next year, Three Days Grace will also hit Germany for two shows. The band released their current album Alienation in August and will be touring here in June 2026. Shows take place in Frankfurt and Oberhausen – get your tickets here.
