Portland, Oregon dark rock trio HOAXED return with their stunning new album Death Knocks. Three years in the making, the group—featuring vocalist/guitarist Kat Keo, drummer Kim Coffel, and new bassist/vocalist April Dimmick—have honed their stygian craft to perfection.

Death Knocks is out February 13, 2026 on LP/CD/Streaming

Videography: Rue and Co.
(https://rueand.co)
Production: Kat Keo & Hoaxed
Editing: Kat Keo & Kim Coffel

Official Links:
HOAXED Official Website: www.hoaxedband.com
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HOAXED on Bandcamp: https://hoaxed.bandcamp.com/
HOAXED on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqi08Y13nYxvSjiYsTCg6Lw

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LYRICS:
Go now brave explorers
Venture to uncharted waters
A beckoning call from the muses’ daughters
Mortal men drawn out to sea
Catch the distant melody
Draws you in, is it a dream?
Every soul aboard
Spellbound by the song
Every soul aboard now lost
Find your peace where all the seas fall silent
There’s no fear here, there’s only the quiet
Loyal souls easily swayed
No mercy from the waves
This cursed ship and crew
Death waits for you
Days become nights become days once again
The voyage is constant, will it ever end?
Days last forever, the nights just as long
Drawn to the beauty and doomed by the song

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Inside us all lives a beast – fragile yet fierce.
“Humanimal” is the voice of this duality: our inner struggle, our need for empathy, and the hope of renewal as the World Tree falls. Let the lyric video take you on a journey where emotion meets atmosphere, and music becomes a mirror of our humanity.

With its mix of prog metal, symphonic elements and female vocals, “Humanimal” delivers heavy riffs, cinematic layers and a soaring chorus that captures the essence of the album’s conceptual journey.

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For fans of Pain of Salvation, Nightwish, In Flames, progressive metal, symphonic metal and melodic heavy music.

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We carry burdens no one sees. “Atlas” is a song about that invisible weight — and the quiet, powerful act of learning to release it.

Dark synths, crushing riffs and dual female vocals collide in a cathartic sonic storm.

Listen/Pre-save: https://lnk.to/VWMn1P
For fans of Amorphis, In Flames, Dark Tranquillity.

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With its fresh and electrifying sound, “Hexe” blends emotional intensity with melodic depth. Arianna and Sam’s voices intertwine across powerful arrangements, while each instrument finds its space to shine. The lyrics explore the emotional tension of casting a spell and the inner conflict it unleashes.

Directed by Tommy Antonini, the video features striking fire effects and vibrant colors that amplify the atmosphere and narrative.

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Second single taken from the album ‘Myth of Mankind’, out now via Rockshots Records.
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Video shot at: Agriturismo ‘Isola Gerre’ – Pizzighettone (CR), Italy
Director and videomaker: Tommy Antonini

CREW
Main characters: Sam Biganzoli, Arianna Bellinaso
First masked actress: Martina Vanetti
Second masked actor: Luca Bergamini
Extras: Giacomo Rossini, Chiara Corio, Marco Scala, Samantha Pedrazzini, Marco Somma, Kristina Mashtaler, Eleonora Corradi, Valentina Vidale
Fire breather: Ivan Scarabocchio
Makeup: Ivan Scarabocchio

Special thanks to Francesca Bricchi and Matteo Trespidi (Isolagerre S.S. Agricola)

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This song marks a key moment for the Italian folk metal band, showcasing their evolution through a powerful mix of epic orchestrations, sharp riffs, and anthemic melodies.

“Myth of Mankind” perfectly captures the band’s distinctive sound, combining grand arrangements, dynamic guitar work, and delivering a track that is as cinematic as it is heavy—offering a fresh take on folk metal while staying true to its melodic roots.

For fans of Eluveitie, Korpiklaani, Amorphis, Folkstone, Alestorm and Mago de Oz, this single is a must-listen. “Myth of Mankind” is not just a song, it’s a statement, showcasing Aexyllium at their most powerful and refined stage.

The album was recorded by Davide Tavecchia at Twilight Studio, and features stunning artwork created by the renowned artist Gustavo Sazes (Arch Enemy, Machine Head, Amaranthe).

For fans of Eluveitie, Korpiklaani, Amorphis, Folkstone, Alestorm and Mago de Oz

“Myth of Mankind” will be available in CD Digipak format starting May 23rd, 2025.

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Directed, filmed and edited by Davide Tavecchia at Twilight Studio

Make up: Ivan Scarabocchio

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Guitarist Harri Hautala adds about the track:
“The core idea, the copper mountain from which the world tree grows, behind ‘Karn of Burnings’ came from a Bronze Age burial ground I visited two years ago. This visit largely changed my view of the world from a historical and especially ancestral perspective. ‘Aettarfylgja’ paints a picture of the people of that era. Lots of music in a small space.”

UNSHINE’s new album, “Karn of Burnings” assures an enthralling voyage delving into the realms of pre-modern human existence and posthuman metaphors, characterized by their signature blend of melodic Nordic folk elements and the ethereal vocals of Susanna Vesilahti. With eight tracks, each representing a living entity from different eras, the album spans 45 minutes of melodic storytelling. UNSHINE believes that fans will be pleasantly surprised by the album’s offerings, promising a unique and unpredictable listening experience.

Fans and enthusiasts worldwide are encouraged to experience the ritualistic journey of “Karn of Burnings” now available as of March 22, 2024, from Rockshots Records. It is recommended for fans of Amorphis, The Gathering, and Skálmöld.

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For the full-length’s release day, the band is sharing their next music video for the track “Rainworld”, a track that almost ended up on the cutting room floor, the band explains:

“Rainworld was almost going to be dropped from the album. It is one of the oldest songs and Jaakko didn’t like it so much in the beginning and it is a song that he composed. Luckily we talked Jaakko over and now the song has risen as one of our favorites and strongest songs from the album. Lyricically it paints up a rainy and gray landscape of a depressed mind. Seasons go too slowly for this individual. He wants them to pass faster so that eternal sleep and rest would finally take place.”

Rockshots Records is proud to present melancholic Finnish metallers Decrowned’s first full-length “Persona Non Grata”, now available as of February 23rd. For this record, every member brought something to the table, but guitarists Jaakko Kauppinen (guitars) and Simo Puustinen composed most of the songs. Musically, the band takes a turn into heavier waters from its predecessors (EPs “Hansel’s Nightmare” (2019) and debut “Weight of The Dark Sky” (2018)), still keeping in mind the essence of Decrowned. Lyrically “Persona Non Grata” is a very dark album, reflecting things that pass through the generations, consuming us from inside. It is a description of a haunted future and the past that took wrong turns on personal and universal levels. This undefined black matter that flows ignoring time and reason is the unwanted entity… Persona non grata.

“We are so excited that our debut album “Persona non grata” will finally be released. Recordings started already in 2022 and the first intention was that album, but there were some roadstops here and there. We had to record bass tracks twice and also our mixing wizard Tero “TeeCee” Kinnunen had timetable changes because of his big contribution to Nightwish. This is also time to say huge thanks to Tero, for arranging time for us on his busy schedule and doing remarkable work for us.”

Recommended for fans of Amorphis, Insomnium, In Flames, and Katatonia, “Persona Non Grata” is available for at https://bit.ly/DecrownedCD​

Listen – https://lnk.to/decrowned

Special thanks to Joensuu City Theater, Sandra Kinnarinen, Asko Heiskanen, Juha Kerkkonen and Harri Säynevirta

Video is directed, edited and filmed by Harri Säynevirta (www.saynevirta.fi)

Staging at Joensuu City Theater (www.joensuunteatteri.fi)
Lights: Asko Heiskanen
Staging: Sandra Kinnarinen and Juha Kerkkonen

Dancer: Mira Merisaari

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The album follows their two EPs “Hansel’s Nightmare” (2019) and debut “Weight of The Dark Sky” (2018), which garnered the “Newcomer of the Month” award from Finnish metal magazine Inferno.

Since its inception in 2017, Decrowned has been constantly evolving, progressing musically and its production both live and studio, especially with the aid of Tero “TeeCee” Kinnunen who has done a remarkable job of mixing the record. On “Persona Non Grata” fans will find a great number of variations, each song has its own identity but the themes of each are very relevant to one another.
“We hope the listeners will find their own personal ways to relate to the songs and also find the album interesting enough to keep finding new things and themes in it.” adds the band.

Every member brought something to the table for the album, but guitarist Jaakko Kauppinen (guitars) and Simo Puustinen composed most of the songs. Musically, the band takes a turn into heavier waters from its predecessors, still keeping in mind the essence of Decrowned. Lyrically “Persona Non Grata” is a very dark album, reflecting things that pass through the generations, consuming us from inside. It is a description of a haunted future and the past that took wrong turns on personal and universal levels. This undefined black matter that flows ignoring time and reason is the unwanted entity… Persona non grata.

The first single presented off “Persona Non Grata” is the track “Mouth Leaks Black”, which the band explains:

“Starting the album with a blast, “Mouth Leaks Black” is a song that we mostly just wanted to have fun with, it’s kind of playful but still serious enough with fun dark occult themes in play. Having an almost “punk rockish” theme in the chorus, some groovy riffing in the verse and maybe a bit of a chill mental trip on the later half of the song, this has become one of our favorites to perform live. This really gets us going on stage so we figured it’s the best way to get the album going, setting up the album with maybe a bit lighter tone than the rest of the album.”

Listen to “Mouth Leaks Black” at https://bfan.link/mouth-leaks-black

Recommended for fans of Amorphis, Insomnium, In Flames, and Katatonia, “Persona Non Grata” is due out on February 23, 2024. Album pre-order at https://bit.ly/DecrownedCD

Decrowned is:
Miikka Hulmi, Vocals and bass
Antti Venäläinen, Drums
Jaakko Kauppinen, Guitar
Simo Puustinen, Guitar

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Debut album ‘Two Shadows’ Out Now on LP/CD/CS/Digital

Videography: Rue and Co.
Production: Kat Keo & Hoaxed
Editing: Kat Keo & Kim Coffel

Official Links:
HOAXED on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hoaxedband/
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HOAXED on Bandcamp: https://hoaxed.bandcamp.com/
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1. Two Shadows (00:00)
2. The Call (01:17)
3.The Knowing (04:21)
4. For Love (07:02)
5. Grand Illusions (10:14)
6. High Seas (12:53)
7. Guilty Ones (15:36)
8. Where Good Won’t Go (18:58)
9. Forsaken (24:23)

Official Links:
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