news. AXEMASTER announce new album; „Of Beasts And Plagues“ set for release on June 19, 2026

US heavy metal veterans AXEMASTER return with a powerful new studio album. Titled „Of Beasts And Plagues“ the record is set for release on June 19 via Cosmic Fire Records.
For fans of true heavy metal driven by power, determination and heart, „Of Beasts And Plagues“ marks a triumphant return. After years of dedicated work, AXEMASTER formed in the 1980s) are ready to unleash a record that captures the essence of their legacy while pushing forward with renewed energy and intensity.

Today, the band continues this legacy with a sound that seamlessly blends classic US metal with elements of thrash and doom. Heavy riffing, driving rhythms, aggressive yet melodic vocals, and a darker, more intense atmosphere define „Of Beasts And Plagues“. The album stands as one of the band’s strongest creative statements to date – firmly rooted in the spirit of 1980s metal, yet refreshed with a modern edge.

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