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Some records don't just tell stories—they open old rooms and invite you inside. In the latest edition of IUF, Lynsey Ward and Jonny Knight of Exploring Birdsong discuss "Every House We Built," the band's debut album out now via Long Branch Records. The conversation explores the years-long journey behind the record, using houses as a metaphor for relationships, and why this became their most personal and vulnerable collection of songs to date.

What makes Exploring Birdsong so compelling is their refusal to fit neatly into one category. Progressive rock, cinematic arrangements, alternative textures, and pop sensibilities all coexist while never losing sight of the emotion at the center of the music. This episode dives into heartbreak, grief, resilience, and the beauty of embracing what makes a band truly unique. If you've been searching for a band that feels both ambitious and deeply human, Exploring Birdsong might just be your next obsession.

One of the most unique pieces of work you will hear in 2026. "Every House We Built" is out now worldwide via Long Branch Records.

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Always the black sheep.

We recently welcomed Diva Satanica of Bloodhunter back to IUF to talk about Sons of the Abandoned, and one topic kept finding its way to the center of the conversation: identity. We discussed taking a more vulnerable approach to songwriting, confronting inner struggles through music, and the challenge of being completely honest with yourself in a genre that often looks outward rather than inward.

What stood out was how fearlessly she approached these subjects. Rather than looking for easy answers, Sons of the Abandoned embraces uncertainty, personal growth, and the uncomfortable realities that shape who we become.

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On a humid May afternoon in Dallas, we caught up with Ross Dolan, Bob Vigna, and Alex Bouks of Immolation at the tail end of the Godless IV Tour alongside Behemoth, Deicide, and Rotting Christ. Nearly four decades into their career, Immolation continue to prove why they've remained one of the most respected and uncompromising forces in death metal.

Beyond discussing their newest album, Descent, we also talked about the energy surrounding this tour and the shared excitement that both the bands and fans have brought to every stop. Night after night, venues were packed with longtime supporters standing shoulder to shoulder with a younger generation discovering these legendary bands for the first time. It was a reminder that extreme metal is as passionate and connected as ever. We also dug into Immolation's longevity, Bob's unmistakable guitar style, and how the band has spent 38 years staying true to its vision while continuing to push forward.

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