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Reigning Phoenix Music
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Perception
Terminus Hate City


Current Roster:
Meshuggah
Sebastian Bach
Transformers: The Reformatted Edition
Fleshgod Apocalypse
Opeth
Amorphis
Agnostic Front
Belphegor
Decapitated
Helloween
Deicide
Katakylsm
Sonata Arctica
Lions At The Gate
King Ultramega
Metal Allegiance
Primal Fear
Danko Jones
Eleine
Incite
Cyhra
Carrion Vael
Vice Business O

nly
Atoll
Seven Kingdoms
Dirkschneider And The Old Gang
Kalamity Kills
Tungsten
Induction
Lutharo
War Curse
Gorgatron
Disconnected Souls
Exiled Hope
Wheel Of Time
Necronimocon Ex Mortis
Atavistia
The Noctambulant
Blood Cult
Black Sea of Trees
Vesseles
Ligature Marks
Dreams of Gray
Forgotten Shrine
Pale Horse Ritual

It’s time for this week’s press roundup. Here’s what’s been landing for C2 clients:Blabbermouth sat down with Lzzy Hale ...
09/14/2026

It’s time for this week’s press roundup. Here’s what’s been landing for C2 clients:

Blabbermouth sat down with Lzzy Hale and Mark Menghi to discuss their grunge influences and the creation of their cover of Soundgarden’s “Birth Ritual,” featuring Joe Hottinger and original Soundgarden drummer Matt Cameron, as part of Menghi’s Chris Cornell tribute project.

https://blabbermouth.net/features/lzzy-hale-and-mark-menghi-bring-on-the-grunge-nostalgia-with-cover-of-soundgardens-birth-ritual

Jon Barbas of Heavy Metal Philosophy sits down with Igor "Amadeus" Cavalera and discusses Nailbomb and their means and why now is the perfect time for this legendary project to return.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=82zx0c-WKKY&t=1302s

BraveWords shared the news of Osyron’s latest single “Higher”. Accompanied by a video, it’s off their new self titled album releasing November 27th, 2026, via DMG.

https://bravewords.com/news/canadian-modern-metal-band-osyron-release-new-single-video-higher/

Grimm Gent shared the news of Angels On The Battlefield’s newest single “Beauty In A Body Bag”, Accompanied by a video, the track was recorded at Counter Communications and engineered, mixed and mastered by Chris Wirsig

https://www.grimmgent.com/angels-on-the-battlefield-release-powerful-new-single-and-video-beauty-in-a-body-bag/

S.L.R. Magazine shared the news of Invicta’s newest single “Overthrow Divinity”, off their latest EP, Sapienomachy,

https://slrmagazine.com/2026/09/08/invicta-unleashes-new-single-overthrow-divinity-from-upcoming-ep-sapienomachy/

Metal Noise shared the news of the premier of “Exsanguination” by Illusion of Fate. The single is off their newest Ep, expected January 2027.

https://metalnoise.net/2026/09/news-illusion-of-fate-premier-exsanguination

KALAMITY KILLS returns with a brand new singer, a brand new energy and a brand new version of their 2023 release of "I S...
09/14/2026

KALAMITY KILLS returns with a brand new singer, a brand new energy and a brand new version of their 2023 release of "I Still Believe," a rock-n-roll classic best known from the 1987 The Lost Boys movie.

On the new chapter, guitarist, producer and co-founder Jamey Perrenot shares, “Vincent brings a brand new energy to this band and gives us an undeniable, distinctive sound that we want the world to hear!"

Perrenot explains the decision to revisit "I Still Believe", "Rowe and I both shared the mentality that a well placed, well proven cover can be money in the bank. We had some pretty decent radio success with the song right off the bat, almost unintentionally. We really didn’t know what to do with that success and never felt like the song got its best shot at radio because we didn’t have the resources or 'know how' to capitalize. The two of us always agreed that that song needed another chance so, by sheer coincidence, we had started the process of the remix right before Rowe quit.

I was mid stride with the production and intended to release the remix with Jamie’s vocal, even though he had already left. It was just sheer luck or the grace of God that Vincent Langdon came along when he did; just in time to get him on the track before the release date!"

Alongside the track, KALAMITY KILLS present a music video showcasing the recording process. This intimate look behind-the-scenes reveals a key part of the creative process while introducing their new vocalist, Vincent Langdon.

Watch "I Still Believe" HERE: https://youtu.be/TPmJ0ZzhcyI?si=4Z7yFM_ys13wGqmI

Extreme metal juggernaut SLAUGHTERSUN present a tribute to CORONER with a cover of "Die By My Hand." While striving to h...
09/14/2026

Extreme metal juggernaut SLAUGHTERSUN present a tribute to CORONER with a cover of "Die By My Hand." While striving to honor the sonic appeal of the original recording, SLAUGHTERSUN have injected elements of their own distinctive character into their interpretation.

"The original recording of Coroner’s 'Die By My Hand' is a relic of it’s time and a prime example of the legendary fidelity produced by Scott Burns at Morrisound in Tampa FL back in the 80’s and 90’s", shares band leader Ben Karas. "In a time before drums were routinely gridded and productions were overly polished, the power trio Coroner proved that metal could be as groovy as it is dark and brutal. Moving the boundaries of recorded music, their virtuosic musicianship and infectious musical pocket solidified their place as an influence to Slaughtersun’s sound.

The technical side of the recording is also of interest as it is part of the roster of bands with Scott Burns’ unique production style. Burns’ goal was to preserve the primal energy of the music but present it in a way where all of the details could be heard. As all of Slaughtersun’s music is self produced and contains unconventional instruments, a similar attempt at innovation is present."

Originally written and performed by CORONER, SLAUGHTERSUN's interpretation of "Die By My Hand" was recorded by sound engineers Ben Karas and Chris Alfano. The track was produced, mixed and mastered by Ben Karas at Frost Gauntlet Recording, Lyndhurst, NJ. Cover artwork for the single is by Slam Slabs.

Watch "Die By My Hand" HERE: https://youtu.be/Wh-WBwXa-YY?si=E_1YE_Enb0LWpP9X

Swiss hard rock force CORELEONI is celebrating the release of their brand-new studio album Generection, out today via Re...
09/11/2026

Swiss hard rock force CORELEONI is celebrating the release of their brand-new studio album Generection, out today via Reigning Phoenix Music. Packed with powerful riffs, infectious melodies and the unmistakable spirit that has defined the band from the start, the new record marks another strong chapter in CORELEONI’s journey. Adding a little extra flavour to release day, the band is also presenting their cover of the classic “Lady Marmelade”, which is available exclusively as a digital track.

Stream "Lady Marmelade" here: https://coreleoni.rpm.link/lady

ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD battle stigma with new single and music video, "Beauty in a Body Bag." Led by JD McGibney, the...
09/09/2026

ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD battle stigma with new single and music video, "Beauty in a Body Bag." Led by JD McGibney, the L.A. based instrumental symphonic progressive metal band present a heavy and melodic offering in this track.

ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD explain the concept behind "Beauty in a Body Bag": “This song was written to capture the dark and tormenting struggle that is so strongly associated with Borderline Personality Disorder. People with BPD often describe it as feeling like having an endless black hole of emptiness living inside of them, leaving them with an unstable and shifting self identity. As a result, BPD can be chaotic and terrifying.

'Beauty in a Body Bag' was written to give this darkness form, and allow those who are struggling to face that darkness head on in order to learn how to overcome it.”

"Beauty in a Body Bag" was a song that was originally written for JD McGibney’s old Long Island band and was subsequently rearranged for ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD. Instrumentally, the arrangement is more straightforward by design in order to highlight the band's melodic capabilities.

Watch "Beauty in a Body Bag" HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDzmYinMU2w

In "The Waiting Storm," CEPHEIDAE VARIABLE present an immersive sonic offering representing internal turmoil between pat...
09/09/2026

In "The Waiting Storm," CEPHEIDAE VARIABLE present an immersive sonic offering representing internal turmoil between patience and appeasing a restless mind. The track lands ahead of their forthcoming album Primordial Reverie Ascendant, out January 8, 2027.

"The song centers on restraint and internal pressure," CEPHEIDAE VARIABLE explain. "This is heard in lines like 'I sit and lie in wait, a tempest ruminating'. As the track progresses, the 'beast' and 'storm' imagery point to something growing beneath the surface. An increasing urgency that can no longer be ignored. What begins as patience shifts toward inevitability.

Outside of the narrative, the lyrics also reflect periods of creative stagnation. Lulls in momentum where progress feels stalled. That tension between inactivity and pressure mirrors the track’s central themes."

Musically, "The Waiting Storm" contains the duo's most straightforward arrangement on Primordial Reverie Ascendant's track list. The song's catchy riffs convey a darker mood throughout the verses accompanied with fierce harsh screams. "The Waiting Storm" emerges into a soaring chorus with memorable lead vocal melody lines.

Watch "The Waiting Storm" HERE: https://youtu.be/g78tCohcKTk

Canadian modern metal band OSYRON present an electrifying offering in their new single release, "Higher." Alongside the ...
09/09/2026

Canadian modern metal band OSYRON present an electrifying offering in their new single release, "Higher." Alongside the atmospheric track, the Canadians have launched their pre-sale for the forthcoming, self-titled, full length album. Osyron is scheduled for release on November 27, 2026, via Distortion Music Group (DMG) - Powered by Reigning Phoenix Music.

Guitarist Bobby Harley shares:

"We chose this song as the first single because we feel it’s a great representation of the band as we are now, and a good overall idea of the album. We wanted you to be able to sing the chorus right back to us after hearing it for the first time, but then leave you with a sore neck from the outro. It has all you love in an Osyron song - catchy chorus, heavy verses, dual guitar harmonies, drums, and even vocals."

"Also, this is one of those tracks where the foundation is much older than you'd expect. The riffs and polyrhythmic patterns in the verses and outro were pulled from an idea Tyler wrote back in 2013. It finally felt like the right time to revive it, bringing it to life collaboratively with many more years of musical growth behind us."

Of the DMG signing, the band also comments:
"We're absolutely thrilled to be joining the Distortion Music Group family for this next chapter of Osyron. After more than a decade of building this band, releasing four somewhat okay albums, playing shows across North America and Europe, developing our sound, and even having a Polish guy in the band, finding the right label for this record was extremely important to us."

"DMG's passion for heavy music, their international reach, and the connections they have throughout the metal community make them the perfect partner for what we want to accomplish with this album."

"This album represents a huge step forward for us, and we couldn’t be more excited to have the babes at Distortion Music Group right there beside us as we enter this new era."

Maurizio Iacono, General Manager of DMG, commented, "We are proud to introduce Osyron to the DMG family. The band is one of Canada’s best-kept secrets that will finally get the chance to shine on a world stage; We are happy to have them on board as they continue their journey through the progressive power metal world!”

Emerging out of an immersive atmospheric haze, "Higher" erupts into life with a ferocious brutality manifested through thunderous guitar rhythms and discordant harmonies. The track's chorus soars with melodic intensity, while the heavy power remains relentlessly impactful. Through compelling vocal melodies to monstrous harsh, OSYRON demonstrate their prowess for balancing a sonic attack and ethereal soundscapes.

Pre-sale: https://osyron.rpm.link/osyron

This week in C2 press:Ghost Cult caught up with Igor Amadeus Cavalera to discuss Nailbomb’s first-ever U.K. and U.S. tou...
09/08/2026

This week in C2 press:

Ghost Cult caught up with Igor Amadeus Cavalera to discuss Nailbomb’s first-ever U.K. and U.S. tours, the legacy of the legendary industrial thrash project, and the powerhouse lineup bringing the band’s abrasive sound to the stage.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOH2UY_IK9s

George Dionne interviewed V.B.O. and WIND ROSE vocalist Francesco Cavalieri for KNAC.COM about his involvement in the 40th Anniversary of Transformers: The Movie, his contributions to Transformers: The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition, and the launch and future of his new project V.B.O.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDzuibJbOmM

Consequence Magazine shared the news of Amorphis and Insomnium’s Co-Headlining Tour this Fall across North America.

https://consequence.net/2026/09/amorphis-insomnium-fall-2026-tour/

Grimm Gent shared the news of Carmeria’s latest single, “Caelire”, off their third studio album, Ex Cathedra, out now.

https://www.grimmgent.com/symphonic-metal-and-gothic-rock-band-carmeria-release-new-single-caelira/

Canadian melodic death thrash force INVICTA return with "Overthrow Divinity," the first single from their upcoming EP Sa...
09/08/2026

Canadian melodic death thrash force INVICTA return with "Overthrow Divinity," the first single from their upcoming EP Sapienomachy.

Active since 2017, INVICTA have carved out a reputation for aggressive old school riffing, sharp melodic hooks, and a modern approach to death and thrash metal. With one EP and two full-length albums already behind them, the Kitchener-Waterloo band now enter a new chapter with Sapienomachy, a concept-driven release that expands their sound into power metal, traditional metal balladry, and progressive storytelling.

Inspired by Greek mythology, Sapienomachy takes its name from mythic conflicts such as the Titanomachy and Gigantomachy. The EP reimagines the tale of Prometheus giving fire to humankind, following a story in which humanity turns that gift into a weapon and wages war against the gods, ultimately destroying their universe.

The EP’s artwork was created by legendary German artist Andreas Marschall. Drawing from Greek myth, the cover depicts Prometheus embedded in the mountain, offering his final flame to humankind.

"Overthrow Divinity" launches the EP with fast-paced power metal influence, twin harmony guitar leads, and relentless drumming. Lyrically, the song is told from the perspective of humanity rising against the gods after generations of oppression and restraint. Its story also speaks to modern anxieties: mankind given tools and technologies meant to help, only to turn them toward destruction in a relentless lust for power.

Sapienomachy also marks a unique creative moment for INVICTA. Originally written as part of a full-length album, these songs were set aside and shaped into their own standalone release, allowing the band to explore a more narrative, dynamic, and mythological side of their writing.

Watch "Overthrow Divinity" HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G21t2-J1q2E&feature=youtu.be

Blackened symphonic death metal ensemble ILLUSION OF FATE unveil their new single and video release, "Exsanguination." ...
09/08/2026

Blackened symphonic death metal ensemble ILLUSION OF FATE unveil their new single and video release, "Exsanguination." This is the first single to arrive ahead of the band's upcoming EP, scheduled for January 2027.

"'Exsanguination' began as one of the first songs written after experimenting with a seven string guitar", the band explain. "While the foundation remained rooted in melodic blackened death metal, the goal was to create something with a stronger death metal punch while continuing to emphasize melody".

The band also expand their sonic range, drawing inspiration from synthwave and incorporating industrial electronic textures to create an enhanced cinematic atmosphere.

Lyrically, "Exsanguination" "explores the struggle of existing within an endless cycle of change while fearing the loss of identity. Ancient wisdom, symbolic imagery, and forces older than humanity guide the narrator through a painful process of transformation".

Watch “Exsanguination” HERE: https://youtu.be/FHhAtN2-UfE?si=vQ1_03K0pER4R7ET

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