European metal bands announce new releases for 2026

Belgian avant‑garde metal act Emptiness released the title track “Nowhere Speaks,” the third single from its forthcoming seventh album of the same name, scheduled for release on 17 July 2026 via Season of Mist. The band highlighted the track’s conceptual focus and noted the album continues a lyrical and musical loop with its 2014 predecessor.

Finnish heavy‑doom band Occult Master issued a new single and music video for “Heavy Metal Madness,” the third release from its self‑titled debut album slated for 14 August 2026 on Inverse Records. The group described the track as a fast, dark homage to technical heavy metal, featuring complex guitar work and a catchy chorus.

Both bands are preparing full‑length releases in 2026, expanding the European underground metal scene with new material that blends intense soundscapes and technical musicianship.