Welcome to another edition of Spooky Moon News! Here's our weekly selection of metal and rock news from around the world. Grab a coffee—or a beer—and let's dive in.
Former HammerFall Bassist Magnus Rosén Launches Worldwide Promotion For New Solo Album
The album brings together an impressive lineup of guest musicians, including former Black Sabbath vocalist Tony Martin, legendary guitarist Janne Schaffer, Firewind singer Chitral Somapala, and many more.
The campaign will include worldwide press coverage, interviews, reviews and radio promotion, supporting what promises to be another exciting chapter in Magnus Rosén's long career.
DROPOUT KINGS Honor Adam Ramey With Emotional "Brace Yourself" Music Video
Arizona trap metal band DROPOUT KINGS have released a deeply emotional music video for "Brace Yourself," paying tribute to late frontman Adam Ramey.
The video combines concert footage, personal home videos and behind-the-scenes moments, celebrating not only Ramey's career but also the friendships and family that surrounded the band.
The song appears on Yokai, the final album completed with Ramey before his tragic passing in 2025.
Rather than serving as a farewell, the band describe the release as a celebration of Adam's legacy and the community that continues to support DROPOUT KINGS.
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KING ULTRAMEGA Release "Birth Ritual" Tribute Featuring Matt Cameron And Lzzy Hale
The all-star tribute project KING ULTRAMEGA has unveiled its latest Chris Cornell tribute with a brand-new version of "Birth Ritual".
The release features Matt Cameron, who originally co-wrote and performed the song with Soundgarden, together with Lzzy Hale and Joe Hottinger of Halestorm, plus producer and bassist Mark Menghi.
Released shortly after what would have been Chris Cornell's 58th birthday, the track also celebrates the enduring legacy of the iconic Singles soundtrack, where the original version first appeared.
Rather than simply recreating the classic song, the musicians sought to preserve its raw intensity while adding a fresh interpretation that honors Cornell's extraordinary influence on rock and metal.
The project continues KING ULTRAMEGA's mission of celebrating every era of Chris Cornell's remarkable career, with previous releases already featuring members of Soundgarden and other legendary artists.
Red Code Sign With Epictronic And Release New Single "Quarantine"
Italian alternative progressive metal band Red Code have officially signed with Epictronic Records.
Alongside the announcement, the band unveiled "Quarantine," the first single and music video from their upcoming debut EP, Traces of Unease and Discomfort (Episode 1), scheduled for release this September.
The new song forms part of An Archive of Us, a sci-fi/thriller project using a dystopian world to explore themes of control, isolation and human behavior.
After years of building their reputation on the live circuit, Red Code are now preparing to release their first collection of original studio material. The EP features production work by renowned engineers Jens Bogren and Simone Mularoni, promising a polished blend of alternative and progressive metal.
THE AUTUMN AURORA Release New Single And Video "False Idols"
Italian darkwave and post-punk band The Autumn Aurora have unveiled their new single and official music video, "False Idols," now available through Volcano Records.
The song explores themes of propaganda, media influence and the false ideals promoted by politics, religion and modern society. According to the band, the track reflects the struggle of those who reject appearances and manipulation in search of their own identity.
Musically, "False Idols" combines atmospheric synthesizers, analogue orchestral textures and an unusual dual-bass approach, where one bass drives the rhythm while the second takes on melodic lead duties. The band's signature sound is completed by the deep, theatrical vocals of Saveria Maitilasso.
The release follows the band's previous single, "Plastic Altar," and continues to showcase The Autumn Aurora's distinctive blend of darkwave, post-punk and cinematic atmosphere.
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Judas Priest's Sad Wings Of Destiny Gets Restored 50th Anniversary Edition
Heavy metal fans have something special to look forward to as Exciter Records has announced a restored 50th Anniversary archival edition of Judas Priest's legendary 1976 album, Sad Wings Of Destiny.
Created from the original analogue master tapes, the new edition has been carefully restored to preserve the sound and character of the original recordings while delivering improved clarity. The release also restores the album's intended running order, opening with "Prelude" as originally envisioned.
The restoration process included high-resolution transfers of the original master tapes at British Grove Studios in London under the supervision of Tom Allom and Luie Stylianou, before the audio was mastered by Grammy Award-winning engineer Matt Colton at Metropolis Studios.
The anniversary edition will make its CD debut exclusively at the merchandise stands during Judas Priest's FAITHKEEPERS Summer European Tour, making it a unique collectible for fans attending the shows.
According to Exciter Records, this release marks the beginning of a larger 50th anniversary celebration, with additional archival projects and special releases planned throughout the campaign.
METALITE Release New Music Video For "Echoes Of You"
Swedish melodic metal band METALITE have unveiled the official music video for "Echoes Of You," the latest single from their upcoming studio album Discovery, due for release on September 25.
The new song highlights a more emotional side of the album while maintaining the band's signature combination of melodic power metal, electronic elements and futuristic atmospheres. Vocalist Erica Ohlsson delivers a powerful performance, supported by the cinematic production style that has become a trademark of METALITE's sound.
According to guitarist and founder Edwin Premberg, "Echoes Of You" explores memories and emotions that never truly disappear, creating one of the most heartfelt moments on the upcoming album.
Mixed and mastered by renowned producer Jacob Hansen, Discovery continues the band's sci-fi concept, taking listeners to the year 2058, where humanity searches for a new future after leaving a collapsing Earth.
