Arising Empire News: Revnoir, Ice Sealed Eyes, Sable Hills
REVNOIR unleash emotional new single 'Far From Home' featuring REEBZ
French rising stars REVNOIR continue their remarkable ascent with the release of their brand-new single 'Far From Home', featuring UK vocalist REEBZ.
The track marks the fourth single taken from their highly anticipated debut album, Sometimes I Feel You, Sometimes I Don't, set for release on 27th November 2026, via Arising Empire.
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/hU-6puARYb4
Pre-order the album here: https://arisingempire.com/revnoir
Blending haunting atmospheres, soaring melodies and crushing heaviness, 'Far From Home' showcases REVNOIR at their most vulnerable and emotionally compelling. The song explores the unsettling feeling of dissociation, portraying a ghostlike presence caught between the desire to protect loved ones and the fear of causing them harm simply by remaining close. Driven by the unmistakable vocal chemistry between frontman Maxime Rodriguez Medallo and rising UK artist REEBZ, the track unfolds into a powerful and deeply personal duet that balances fragility with explosive intensity.
The collaboration feels particularly meaningful, as both artists have followed and supported each other's musical journeys since the earliest days of REVNOIR. Having attracted significant attention throughout recent months, REEBZ brings a distinctive vocal presence that perfectly complements the band's atmospheric and hard-hitting sound. Together, they deliver one of the most intimate and captivating moments on the upcoming album, highlighting the artistic connection and mutual respect behind the collaboration.
Since emerging in September 2023 after nearly two years of development behind the scenes, REVNOIR have rapidly established themselves as one of the most exciting newcomers in the modern rock and metal landscape. Their unique combination of cinematic soundscapes, electronic elements, infectious melodies and uncompromising heaviness has helped them build an increasingly dedicated following and gain recognition far beyond their home country of France.
Their impressive momentum reached a major milestone in October 2025, when REVNOIR were crowned 'Breakout Band of the Year' in the Rock & Metal category at Les Foudres, France's prestigious rock and metal awards. The band continued their rise throughout 2026 with appearances at major festivals, including a standout performance on the Main Stage at Hellfest. Further cementing their growing reputation, REVNOIR have received three nominations at the 2026 Les Foudres awards.
Alongside the release of 'Far From Home', the band have also announced their appearance at RADAR Festival 2027 in the UK, marking another exciting step in their international expansion.
Catch the band live:
16.10.2026 I Festival de Marne I Fontenay-sous-bois, France
17.10.2026 I Le Bateau Ivre I Tours, France
21.10.2026 I Le Bikini I Ramonville-st-agne, France
22.10.2026 I Le MeM - Magic Mirror I Rennes, France
23.10.2026 I Le Gueulard Plus I Nilvange, France
24.10.2026 I La Guerre des Gaules I Chênée, Belgium
13.11.2026 I File 7 I Magny-le-hongre, France
14.11.2026 I Foud'Rock I Magny-les-hameaux, France
12.12.2026 I Espace Culturel Musique & Danse I Le Blanc-mesnil, France
04.02.2027 I Transbordeur I Villeurbanne, France
05.02.2027 I La Laiterie I Strasbourg, France
06.02.2027 I THE BLACK LAB I Wasquehal, France
07.02.2027 I Le Botanique I Bruxelles, Belgium
10.02.2027 I HYDROPHONE - scène de musiques actuelles I Lorient, France
11.02.2027 I Le Ferrailleur I Nantes, France
12.02.2027 I Rock School Barbey I Bordeaux, France
13.02.2027 I Le Rex de Toulouse I Toulouse, France
18.02.2027 I La Cartonnerie I Reims, France
19.02.2027 I Le 106 I Rouen, France
20.02.2027 I Alhambra I Paris, France
30.07-01.08.2027 I Radar Festival, UK
REVNOIR online:
https://www.instagram.com/revnoir
https://www.youtube.com/@revnoir_/videos
https://www.tiktok.com/@revnoir_
https://www.facebook.com/revnoirofficial
Ice Sealed Eyes deliver atmospheric intensity on 'Liberate'
Belgian modern metal outfit Ice Sealed Eyes return with their powerful new single 'Liberate', delivering an explosive combination of haunting atmospheres, crushing heaviness and raw emotion. Balancing immersive ambient soundscapes with relentless riffs, driving rhythms and emotionally charged vocals, the track showcases the band's ability to create music that feels both deeply atmospheric and devastatingly intense.
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/WhfLzi-xYdY
From its captivating atmospheric passages to its explosive outbursts of aggression, 'Liberate' thrives on contrast. Layers of cinematic ambience build an almost hypnotic tension before erupting into thunderous guitars, commanding screams and hard-hitting breakdowns. The constant interplay between vulnerability and sheer force gives the song a powerful dynamic, allowing moments of reflection to collide with overwhelming intensity.
Lyrically, 'Liberate' explores the desire to break free from everything that holds us back. Confronting fear, hypocrisy and the pressures of the world around us, the song transforms frustration into a fierce declaration of independence. Rather than simply seeking an escape, it embraces confrontation, turning anger and inner turmoil into a cathartic release.
With their distinctive approach to modern metal, Ice Sealed Eyes continue to push the boundaries between atmosphere and aggression. Their sound combines the emotional depth of contemporary metalcore with immersive electronic textures and uncompromising heaviness, creating a musical identity that is as captivating as it is powerful.
'Liberate' stands as another compelling example of the band's evolving artistry. Dark, immersive and unapologetically heavy, the single captures Ice Sealed Eyes at their most emotionally charged, proving that their greatest strength lies in making beauty and brutality coexist.
The Brussels-based quartet have been steadily establishing themselves as one of Belgium's most exciting emerging heavy acts. Following the release of their ambitious debut album ALTAR in 2024, which brought together their conceptual EP trilogy Torments, Fragments and Laments, the band have accumulated millions of streams worldwide and expanded their reach far beyond their home country.
Their growing reputation has also translated into impressive live achievements. Having toured extensively throughout Europe and the UK, Ice Sealed Eyes have shared stages with acclaimed acts including Resolve, Amenra, Brutus and Unprocessed. Highlights include a standout appearance at Euroblast Festival and supporting Falling In Reverse at major French venues such as LDLC Arena and Zénith Toulouse in 2025. In 2026, the band continued their momentum with the Spring Equinox Tour alongside Wheel and Stoned Jesus, further strengthening their position in the European heavy music scene.
Now part of the Arising Empire roster, Ice Sealed Eyes are entering an exciting new chapter, combining their growing international recognition with an increasingly ambitious musical vision. With 'Liberate', they once again demonstrate why they are a name to watch in modern metal, delivering a track that is equally haunting, emotional and uncompromisingly heavy.
Catch the band live:
24.10.2026 I La Guerre des Gaules 2026 I Chênée, Belgium
14.11.2026 I ICE SEALED EYES // RELEASE I Bruxelles, Belgium
15.11.2026 I ICE SEALED EYES + Special Guest @La Boule Noire I Paris, France
20.11.2026 I ICE SEALED EYES + Special Guest @MTC Koln I Köln, Germany
21.11.2026 I ICE SEALED EYES + Special Guest @Insel Berlin I Berlin, Germany
04.02.2027 I Transbordeur I Lyon 01, France
06.02.2027 I Revnoir et Ice Sealed Eyes @The Black Lab I Wasquehal, France
11.02.2027 I Le Ferrailleur I Nantes, France
12.02.2027 I Revnoir et Ice Sealed Eyes @Rock School Barbey I Bordeaux, France
13.02.2027 I Revnoir et Ice Sealed Eyes @ Le Rex I Toulouse, France
18.02.2027 I Revnoir et Ice Sealed Eyes @La Cartonnerie I Reims, France
19.02.2027 I Revnoir et Ice Sealed Eyes @Le 106 I Rouen, France
Ice Sealed Eyes online:
https://www.instagram.com/icesealedeyes
https://www.youtube.com/@icesealedeyes/videos
https://www.tiktok.com/@icesealedeyesband
https://www.facebook.com/icesealedeyes
Sable Hills release explosive new single 'Labyrinth' ahead of upcoming album Homura
Japanese metalcore powerhouse Sable Hills return with their explosive new single 'Labyrinth', the final single to be released ahead of their highly anticipated new album Homura, arriving 13th November 2026 via Arising Empire.
Pre-order the album and stream 'Labyrinth' here: https://arisingempire.com/sablehills
Delivering a thrilling combination of old-school metalcore influences and cutting-edge modern heaviness, the track showcases the band's ability to breathe new life into the genre's classic sound while pushing their own musical identity forward.
Drawing inspiration from the golden era of melodic metalcore, 'Labyrinth' wastes no time unleashing a barrage of fast-paced, rhythmically driven riffs, soaring twin-guitar harmonies and crushing breakdowns built for pure headbanging mayhem. The song seamlessly shifts between aggressive, high-speed passages and powerful melodic moments, culminating in an epic, anthemic chorus that brings an entirely new dimension to the band's signature intensity. Combining technical precision with infectious hooks and an unmistakable sense of urgency, Sable Hills deliver a track that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly contemporary.
Lyrically, 'Labyrinth' explores the experience of losing direction and finding your way back by reconnecting with your roots. Reflecting on the past, breaking free from repetitive cycles and learning to move forward despite uncertainty, the song carries a message of resilience and self-discovery. Its central theme mirrors the band's musical approach, embracing the foundations of metalcore while forging a path toward the future.
Formed in Tokyo in 2015, Sable Hills have steadily risen to become one of Japan's most prominent metalcore exports. In 2022, the band made history as the first Japanese act to win the prestigious Wacken Open Air Metal Battle, marking a major breakthrough on the international stage. Following their victory and subsequent return to Wacken in 2023, Sable Hills signed with Arising Empire and released their acclaimed third studio album Odyssey in 2024. Beyond their own releases and international live performances, the band have also made a significant contribution to Japan's heavy music scene by establishing their own FRONTLINE FESTIVAL, bringing together exciting acts from the global metalcore community.
With the release of Homura just around the corner, 'Labyrinth' serves as one final statement of intent before the band unveils their next full-length chapter. Fierce, melodic and undeniably anthemic, the single captures everything that makes Sable Hills such an exciting force in modern metalcore, honouring the genre's roots while delivering a sound that is unmistakably their own.
Sable Hills online:
https://www.instagram.com/sablehillsjp
https://www.tiktok.com/@sablehillsjp
https://www.youtube.com/@sablehillsjp/videos
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