Conjuring an illusion of mystery, French artist Maximilien brings innovation and colour with his latest single ‘Alliance’, a collaborative indulgence with his compatriot, Praa. The soothing electronic sounds of Maximilien is a mix of synthesizers and organic instruments, and amalgamation of drum machines, synthetic experimentations, piano and vocoder.

To accompany this unique new single, Maximilien has released a hypnotic and mesmerizing video, highlighting the raw talent of both musicians involved.

The cinematographic electronics of Maximilien and the urban flow of Praa illustrates a unique and affluent ‘Alliance’, the vividness of an epic beat combined with the power of a spellbinding voice. The director Liswaya (Her, Cartier, Major) shows us the impacting images of this ‘Alliance’ in master form, heightening our visual stimulation to new lengths. 

In preparation of their upcoming special edition 2CD, 2LP and digital rarities and covers compilation, Coded Smears And More Uncommon Slurs, out on March 30 via Century Media Records, UK's grindcore pioneers Napalm Death have revealed a second single from the upcoming release. Coded Smears And More Uncommon Slurs will include a total of 31 songs in a playing time of over 90 minutes, compiling rarities and exclusive earworms spanning 2004-2016 from the whirling gene pool of noise that is Napalm Death.

Napalm Death are also excited to share that they have been announced as support for legendary metal act Slayer on the second leg of their farewell tour in North America alongside metal giants Lamb of God, Anthrax and Testament. Bassist Shane Embury commented: "Napalm Death are very excited to be part of the second leg of Slayer's farewell tour! Having been a fan since back in the day, I never would have thought when I bought the import copy of Show No Mercy that playing grindcore would catapult us into this universe.” 

Napalm Death will continue to expand their relentless touring campaign all over the globe as they will be seen prior to the Slayer making their way across Europe appearing at several of the largest Summer festivals including Hellfest (France) and Inferno Fest (Norway). The band have also announced a comprehensive tour across Latin America in September and October with Cannibal Corpse.