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verdrive.ie ORAN O’BEIRNE METAL Legendary Metal titans, Pantera have announced an exclusive Irish show in Dublin’s 3Area on February 21st 2025. The controversial line up consists of original members, Rex Brown (Bass) and Phil Anselmo (Vocals) with guest members Zakk Wylde (guitars) and Charlie Benante (Drums) who will be taking the place of brothers, Vinny and Darrell Abbott who are both deceased. This will mark the first time this version of the band will perform in Ireland. Tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster and are likely to sell fast! Rising Rock unit, Mine Road have released their second single, ‘Tightrope’ from their forthcoming new album Tomorrow’s Sky (available from July 4th). The track is the second to be released from the eleven track album and will appeal to fans of Foo Fighters, Shinedown, Alter Bridge and Black Stone Cherry. Find out more via the bands socials. Unto Others have revealed a follow-up single to last months, ‘Butterfly’ release with ‘Raigeki’, a spine-tingling, anthemic track that captures the true essence of the bands unique blend of Gothic, Post-Punk and old school metal. The gothic metal group (formerly known as Idle Hands) will release their new album via Century Media, which has yet to be given a release date. PAGE 38 UK Stoner Metal crew, Orange Goblin have announced their new album set for release under a new deal with Peaceville Records. With long-standing trio Ben Ward, Joe Hoare & Chris Turner in full force, joined by new bassist Harry Armstrong, the first fruits of this union manifest in new studio album, Science, Not Fiction; an absorbing exploration (and exploitation) of the world as seen through the three fundamental factors; Science, Spirituality, & Religion & how they determine & affect the human condition.Catch them in Ireland this coming October with shows scheduled for Dublin on the 4th and Belfast on the 5th. Tickets on sale now. Dublin Thrash force, Saint Slaughter have released a follow-up isolated single to ‘Inglorious’ with the formidable, ‘Led To Treason’. The bands love for early ‘80s Thrash/Speed Metal is evident as the track rips through it’s frantic paces with enough energy to power a small village. In a recent statement, the band have spoken about a new EP or full length LP due in Autumn. In the meantime, you can find the band streaming on all good platforms. Irish Garage Rockers, The Psychs have revealed their new single, ‘So Real, Surreal’ ahead of a busy summer. A solid rock beat adorned with goth elements on a heavy grooving bass line is what you’ll find from this up and coming crew. This new song features a never-beentried-before sound of 80’s synths plugged into powerful guitar leads along with yearning vocals that wail with longing and despair. Saoirse Lawlor, vocalist of post-pop band SRSHA, provides backing vocals on ‘So Real, Surreal’ which was recorded by Michael Richards at Trackmix Studios in Dublin. This final cut was mastered at the prestigious Abbey Road Studios. Northern Irish Death/ Groove band, Enshroud have released their new single ‘Infestation’ which is taken from their self-released their new sophomore album, Mortal (released in May), featuring eight captivating and equally brutal cuts of quality Metal that clocks in at just over 35 minutes. The new single is a perfect example of the intensity of the band and is the shortest track on the album. For fans of Gojira, Septic Flesh, Kataklysm and Hypocrisy. Do yourself a favour and check them out today. Dublin Progressive Metal unit, URAGH have been selected as Irish National Winners for Wacken Metal Battle where they will get a chance to compete before a panel of judges against the other nation’s victors for the opportunity to win cash prizes and merchandise. The bands latest album Maelstrom has been accepted with critical acclaim from heavy music fans and media across Ireland and overseas. You can find all of their music on all the usual music streaming platforms.