Benighted, Rot, Jig-Ai, Analepsy and Stillbirth are some of the names that will be present at next year’s edition of XXXAPADA na Tromba.

With Thou’s impending return to Europe in mind, we checked back with Andy Gibbs to talk about the return of live shows, the creative and recording process behind “Myopia” and the “Norco” video game soundtrack, as well as what the future holds for the band going forward.

After two years of pandemic void, we headed back to SWR Barroselas for two days of pure savagery that, although short, were undoubtedly unforgettable. Check our full photo report here.

Earlier in May, we had the tremendous pleasure of chatting with Will Brooks about the creative process behind Dälek’s brand-new record, “Precipice”, as well as the group’s origins and what it is like touring with rock and metal bands.

With the unfortunate cancellation of Holy Fawn comes the wonderful confirmation that Karin Park will make her debut in Portugal at Amplifest 2022.

Chat Pile have announced their debut full-length record, “God’s Country”, which will be released on July 29th via The Flenser.

Next month, Carpenter Brut will bring the explosive darksynth of his brand-new record, “Leather Terror”, to the halls of the Stereolux, in Nantes. Opening the night as a very special guest will be Sierra.

Next week, The Ocean will return to Portugal for a single show in Lisbon to present their latest record, “Phanerozoic II: Mesozoic / Cenozoic”. Accompanying the band as very special guests on this most auspicious of nights will be pg.lost and Psychonaut.

We spoke with Levy Seynaeve about the creation of Wiegedood and the development of their initial trilogy of records, as well as the creative and recording process behind “There’s Always Blood at the End of the Road”, and how the morale of the band has been since the return of live shows.

Imperial Triumphant have announced their fifth record, “Spirit of Ecstasy”, which will be released on July 22nd via Century Media Records.