Image: Slipknot [Official Press Photo]
There’s a new deal from Slipknot, and there’s plenty of new music – though not from Slipknot. Instead, Lionheart, Annisokay, The Halo Effect and The Pretty Wild are dropping fresh tracks. And as a bonus, there’s a last-minute chance to see the first signed band of Corrupted Blood Records live tonight. More on that below!
Slipknot close deal on their music rights
As already reported in the summer, Slipknot had been considering a deal with HarbourView for a while. Now it’s finally signed, and Slipknot have commented on it:
“After 25 years in the music business, we have found a partner who is ready to continue what Slipknot started. Only they want to make it even bigger. Get ready. Hail The Knot.”
The exact sum has not been disclosed. Estimates suggest around 120 million dollars being paid to Slipknot. In return, HarbourView will receive future royalty income that would originally have gone to Slipknot.
HarbourView CEO Sherrese Clarke explained the move as follows:
“Slipknot’s music redefined heavy metal and created a global cultural phenomenon. HarbourView is honored to help preserve and expand the group’s work for decades and generations to come.”
Corrupted Blood Records: Secret show in Berlin
The new indie metal label founded by YouTuber and streamer HandOfBlood, Corrupted Blood Records, promised to reveal its first band today. And the date is set: a secret concert by the newly signed band is scheduled tonight in Berlin. You can even win tickets last minute. Just tune in to STAR FM Heavy Hour with Jakob Kranz at 7:45 p.m (CET). So don’t miss it!
Lionheart announce new album “Valley Of Death”
Lionheart’s new album Valley Of Death drops on January 9, 2026. It’s available not only as a standalone pre-order, but also as part of a ticket bundle for their upcoming 2026 European tour! Choose between the limited coloured vinyl or CD version, and then select your preferred tour date. A Valley Of Death band shirt is also included – the perfect bundle for the album release.
Listen to the new single “Bulletproof” here:
Annisokay: Release day for "Abyss – The Final Chapter"
Friday means release day for many bands. Today, Annisokay are putting out their new studio album Abyss – The Final Chapter – fifteen tracks that have already been spinning heavily among fans on Spotify, judging by the streaming numbers. Listen for yourself here:
New EP from The Halo Effect: "We Are Shadows"
The Halo Effect are treating us to their new EP We Are Shadows today. Here’s the full tracklist:
- I Wanna Be Somebody
- Dance With The Devil
- If You Were Here
- Shoreline
- How The Gods Kill
The Pretty Wild Release "zero.point.genesis"
The Pretty Wild also have a new release for us: zero.point.genesis is now available on streaming platforms and will soon be spinning on your turntable if you grab the vinyl. We’re already excited to hear the new tracks live at Impericon Festival 2026!
