Napalm Records has signed four new acts to their roster. Says the label...

"The Russian band ARKONA has joined the Napalm Records ranks. The band's leader is the charismatic frontlady Masha Scream, who also writes all the music and lyrics, as well as delivering her fierce vocals. The band plays Slavic Pagan Metal and embellishes their versatile compositions with the use of folk instrumentation. The cover artwork was delivered by the legendary Kris Verwimp (THYRFING, MANEGARM) and the album itself, Ot Serdca K Nebu (From The Heart To The Sky), will be released on July 4th to most certainly take the hearts of Pagan Metal fans everywhere by storm."

Check out the Arkona's MySpace page.

"A new addition to Napalm Records' roster is SCHELMISH. The German band will put a different spin on the static middle-ages rock genre. Schelmish skilfully blends rock sounds and medieval instruments. Fans of IN EXTREMO and SALTATIO MORTIS should make sure to check out the forthcoming release of the German gleemen. A release is tentatively scheduled for autumn/winter 2008."

Check out the Schelmish' MySpace page.

"Epic Folk Metal is what CRIMFALL is all about. Although the debut album will not be released until fall/winter 2008, Pagan and Folk Metal fans are advised to note this band's name. Trollhorn (FINNTROLL) supported the band on their demo recordings and his influence will surely be evident on the forthcoming album. Building bridges between the styles of TURISAS and Finntroll, Crimfall skilfully blends the best of these two bands to create something completely new.

Check out the Crimfall's MySpace page.

"A gathering darkness lurks in the Austrian music scene. ARTAS (pictured at left) is ready to leave the shadows, step into the light, and conquer the world with their uncompromising brand of modern metal. Napalm Records is proud to support the band on their way to the top. Jacob Hansen (HEAVEN SHALL BURN) is responsible for the mix and will deliver a massive wall of sound for The Healing. The album will be released in October and will be embellished by artist Dennis Sibeijin (JOB FOR A COWBOY, CHIMAIRA)."