Arising Empire News: HALF ME, Banks Arcade, blacktoothed
New Arising Empire singles: HALF ME, Banks Arcade, blacktoothed.
HALF ME continue their rise with brutal new single 'Built On Your Blood'
German metalcore powerhouse HALF ME return with their most uncompromising statement to date: 'Built On Your Blood.' Following the overwhelming success of their critically acclaimed debut album SOMA and a prestigious Heavy Music Awards nomination, the Hamburg-based five-piece once again prove why they have become one of the most talked-about new names in modern heavy music.
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/1vwJfeXJRmQ
Stream here: https://arisingempire.com/halfme
A furious assault on conformity, sacrifice, and the systems that thrive on human suffering, 'Built On Your Blood' channels pure aggression into a devastating sonic experience. Crushing breakdowns, suffocating grooves, and vicious vocal performances collide with lyrics that question blind obedience, survival instincts, and the price of complacency in a world built on exploitation.
Drawing from themes of systemic decay and personal responsibility, the track paints a bleak picture of a society fueled by sacrifice and submission. Lines such as “This world is built on your own blood” serve as a stark reminder of the human cost hidden behind structures of power, while the song’s relentless energy transforms frustration into a call for resistance.
Musically, HALF ME push their signature blend of modern metalcore, hardcore intensity, and oppressive atmosphere to new extremes. Every riff, breakdown, and groove is designed for maximum impact, delivering a track built for chaos, catharsis, and absolute destruction in the live setting.
Since their emergence, HALF ME have rapidly established themselves as one of Germany’s most exciting heavy exports. With millions of streams across digital platforms, high-profile tours and festival appearances throughout Europe, and widespread acclaim for SOMA, the band continue their unstoppable ascent. 'Built On Your Blood' captures HALF ME at their most relentless, most aggressive, and most unapologetic - a crushing reminder that the future of heavy music belongs to those willing to challenge the status quo.
With 'Built On Your Blood,' HALF ME deliver nothing less than pure devastation.
HALF ME online:
https://www.instagram.com/halfme.band
https://www.facebook.com/halfmeband
https://www.tiktok.com/@half_me
Banks Arcade turn up the pressure on explosive new single 'DON'T MISS'
Banks Arcade return with their explosive new single 'DON’T MISS', a fearless collision of modern metalcore, nu-metal swagger and hip-hop-infused groove. Packed with earth-shaking low end, razor-sharp down-tuned riffs and an instantly memorable chorus, the track captures the band's signature ability to blend crushing heaviness with undeniable hooks.
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/OU2yum_LEPQ
Stream here: https://arisingempire.com/banksarcade
Fuelled by reckless energy and late-night rebellion, 'DON’T MISS' tells a story of chasing unforgettable moments despite the chaos surrounding you. Its lyrics paint vivid scenes of youthful defiance, blurred lines between friendship and rivalry, and the determination to leave a lasting impression no matter the consequences. Balancing raw aggression with infectious melody, the song channels the adrenaline rush of living in the moment while embracing every scar that comes with it.
Musically, 'DON’T MISS' showcases everything that has made Banks Arcade one of the most exciting names in modern heavy music. Hip-hop-inspired rhythms collide with massive metalcore breakdowns, while dynamic vocal performances seamlessly move between soaring melodies, attitude-filled delivery and explosive intensity. The result is a track that feels equally at home in the pit, on festival stages and blasting through speakers at maximum volume.
Since emerging from Australia and New Zealand's thriving heavy music scene, Banks Arcade have built a rapidly growing international audience through relentless touring and a genre-bending sound that fuses metalcore, alternative, electronic and hip-hop influences. The band has amassed millions of streams across digital platforms, toured internationally throughout Australia, North America, the UK and Europe, and shared stages with artists such as Northlane, ERRA, LANDMVRKS, Highly Suspect and The Plot In You. They have also appeared at renowned festivals including Download Festival and UNIFY, further cementing their reputation as one of heavy music's most forward-thinking acts.
With its massive hooks, crushing grooves and undeniable replay value, 'DON’T MISS' is Banks Arcade at their most confident and addictive - a modern heavy anthem built to be played loud and remembered long after the night is over.
Catch the band live:
27.06.2026 I Yes I Manchester, UK
28.06.2026 I The Garage I Glasgow, UK
30.06.2026 I Think Tank? I Newcastle Upon Tine, UK
01.07.2026 I Hyde Park Book Club I Leeds, UK
02.07.2026 I 1865 I Southhampton, UK
03.07.2026 I Bedford Esquires I Bedford, UK
04.07.2026 I The Waterfront Studio I Norwich, UK
05.07.2026 I Patterns I Brighton, UK
07.07.2026 I The Black Heart I London, UK
10.07.2026 I 2000 Trees Festival I Cheltenham, UK
Banks Arcade online:
https://www.instagram.com/banksarcade
https://www.facebook.com/banksarcade
https://www.tiktok.com/@banksarcade
Caught In The Spiral: blacktoothed Release Powerful New Single 'CYCLONE'
With their new single 'CYCLONE', Leipzig-based modern rock outfit blacktoothed deliver one of their most emotionally charged and captivating songs to date. Blending soaring melodies, massive hooks and cinematic production, the track dives headfirst into the overwhelming force of desire, vulnerability and the chaos of emotions left unspoken.
Watch the visualiser here: https://youtu.be/JDihDRbCl10
Stream here: https://arisingempire.com/blacktoothed
Driven by vivid imagery of raging storms, cracking facades and spiralling thoughts, 'CYCLONE' captures the moment when carefully constructed defenses begin to crumble. The song explores the internal battle between restraint and emotional surrender, as suppressed feelings build into an unstoppable force. Lines like “I’m drowning in a raging cyclone that’s blasting through my chest” perfectly embody the track’s emotional intensity, while its towering chorus transforms personal turmoil into an unforgettable modern rock anthem.
Musically, blacktoothed balance raw emotion with precision songwriting. Frontman Hendrik Rathgeber’s dynamic vocal performance rises above shimmering guitars, driving rhythms and a sleek, contemporary production that amplifies every emotional peak. The result is a song that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable — a soundtrack for anyone who has ever struggled to express what they truly feel.
Over the past years, blacktoothed have established themselves as one of Germany’s most exciting modern rock acts. Since signing with Arising Empire, the Leipzig trio have steadily expanded its audience with its unique blend of alternative rock, modern metal influences and infectious pop sensibilities. The band has shared stages with renowned acts including Bad Omens, Polaris, Hands Like Houses, Annisokay, The Ghost Inside, Thundermother and The Amity Affliction, while also appearing at major events such as Impericon Festival. Their acclaimed album JULI generated more than 800,000 streams worldwide, helping cement their reputation as a rising force within the European rock scene.
With 'CYCLONE', blacktoothed continue to push their sound forward, combining vulnerability, power and arena-sized melodies into a song that is as emotionally devastating as it is irresistibly anthemic.
Catch the band live:
15.08.2026 I Summer Breeze Festival I Dinkelsbühl, DE
blacktoothed online:
https://www.instagram.com/blacktoothed
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