KAMELOT SHARE ‘MILLENNIUM (INSTRUMENTAL DEMO)’. ‘ASCENSION 1995-1998’ DELUXE BOX-SET TO BE RELEASED ON SEPTEMBER 19th, 2025

September 4, 2025

US power metal luminaries Kamelot has today shared an instrumental demo of ‘Millennium’, taken from their forthcoming deluxe 3CD and 5 vinyl LP boxset ‘Ascension (1995-1998)’. ‘Ascension (1995-1998)’ brings together the band’s first three full-lengths and is set for release on September 19th, 2025.

Kamelot’s ‘Eternity’, ‘Dominion’ and ‘Siége Perilous’ are brought together on vinyl for the very first time with a new remaster from Jacob Hansen (Volbeat and Epica), as well as previously unreleased demo tracks for ‘Look Through These King's Eyes’, ‘Millennium’ and ‘Eternal Flame’. Having been out of print for two decades, ‘Ascension 1995-1998’ is a deluxe box-set package with curation handled by guitarist/songwriter Thomas Youngblood.

‘Ascension 1995-1998’ showcases the origins of Kamelot, from original vocalist Mark Vanderbilt’s two album tenure on ‘Eternity’ and ‘Dominion’ all the way through to the introduction of long-term talismanic vocalist Roy Khan on his studio debut, ‘Siége Perilous’, in 1998.

Accompanying the boxset is a 20 page full-colour booklet with in-depth liner notes, featuring a fascinating insight into the band’s history through interviews with Thomas Youngblood, and a full-color poster.

THE LP BOX SET INCLUDES

• Eternity
(2LP color vinyl with etched D-side, remastered)

Dominion
(1LP color vinyl, remastered)
Siége Perilous
(2LP color vinyl, remastered – featuring previously unreleased bonus tracks, ‘Look Through These King’s Eyes’ (demo), ‘Millennium’ (instrumental demo), and ‘Eternal Flame’ (demo)
20 page full color booklet
Full color poster

THE CD BOX SET INCLUDES
Eternity
Remastered
Dominion
Remastered
Siége Perilous
Remastered - featuring previously unreleased bonus tracks, ‘Look Through These King’s Eyes’ (demo), ‘Millennium’ (instrumental demo), and ‘Eternal Flame’ (demo)
20 page full color booklet
Full color poster

Green Carnation Premiere First Part of A Dark Poem

September 4, 2025

A Dark Poem, Part I: The Shores of Melancholia comes out this Friday, September 5, but you can hear all six grand and gloomy songs today by listening to the full album stream on the Season of Mist YouTube channel.

Listen Below.

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"Today is a milestone in Green Carnation's history, as we're now finally able to share the first part of A Dark Poemwith the world", says the band's vocalist Kjetil Nordhus. "The incredible amount of work behind this album, and the time it took to finish it on the level we wanted, makes it even sweeter to finally be here. This is indeed a proud moment for Green Carnation. We are looking forward to the journey ahead".

Green Carnation will perform all of A Dark Poem live in their hometown of Kristiansand, Norway on September 12, 2026. During this once-in-a-lifetime 3-hour performance, the band will perform all three parts of their epic album trilogy in full, one after another, alongside some very special guests and the Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra.

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No matter how long or where the journey has taken them, Green Carnation have always sought to climb the highest mountains. While founded by Emperor's former bassist Tchort in the early '90s, the Norwegians quickly blazed their own trail through fields of symphonic doom, hard rock, acoustic plucking and progressive metal. The idea for an album trilogy stems back to the band's very first opus, Light of Day, Day of Darkness, though the inspiration for A Dark Poem dates back even further to Arthur Rimbaud's 1870 poem "Ophelia".

"We like to purse things that are extremely ambitious", says Nordhus. "Creating a trilogy of albums felt like it might be just out of our reach, which is what made us want to see if we could do it".

Though only the beginning of the band's latest epic journey, The Shores of Melancholia pulls a page from across Green Carnation's storied 25-year discography. The album's opening one-two punch landed a direct hit during the band's set yesterday at ProgPower USA. "As Silence Took You" opens its sails with majestic, billowing leads before "In Your Paradise" chugs full steam ahead after the clarion call of a flute. "It makes you want to bang your head a little", Nordhus says with a pleased smile. "I think melancholia suits Green Carnation very well".

While navigated with the band’s familiar mastery, the view from The Shores of Melancholia is no palatial retreat. "The album reflects the troubled relationship between our personal lives and the external world", Nordhus explains. "It's about losing faith in the world we've come to know and how that leads to an inner dystopia". Judgement day appears around every corner, steering them from the title track’s anxious war-torn tide to the Floydian whirlpools of paranoia that drench "Me, My Enemy". The dark and stormy "The Slave That You Are" even claws back to Green Carnation's budding days in extreme metal thanks to the blackened howl of Enslaved's Grutle Kjellson.

“A lesson learned, now bridges burn”, Nordhus cries out with impassioned cleans, as if tied to the mast during the album's bright and blazing closer "Too Close to the Flame".

On A Dark Poem, Part I: The Shores of Melancholia, Green Carnation set sail on an epic journey into a dark night of the soul.

Current line-up
Kjetil Nordhus - Vocals
Tchort - Guitar
Bjørn Harstad - Guitar
Stein Roger Sordal - Bass
Endre Kirkesola - Keyboards
Jonathan Alejandro Perez – Drums

Recording line-up
Kjetil Nordhus - Vocals
Bjørn Harstad - Guitar, Effects
Stein Roger Sordal - Bass, Guitars, Keyboards
Endre Kirkesola - Keyboards, Synthesizers, Organs, Effects
Jonathan Alejandro Perez – Drums

Guest Musicians
Ingrid Ose - Flute on “In Your Paradise” & “Me My Enemy”.
Grutle Kjellson (Enslaved) – Harsh Vocals on “The Slave That You Are”.
Henning Seldal – Percussion on “Too Close to the Flame”.

Production Credits
Recorded at DUB Studio in Kristiansand, Norway
Produced by Endre Kirkesola, Stein Roger Sordal & Kjetil Nordhus.
Sound Engineering by Endre Kirkesola.
Mixed by Endre Kirkesola & Bjørn Harstad
Mastered by Lawrence Mackrory

Cover Art
Niklas Sundin (https://www.nsundin.com)

Photography
Lars Gunnar Liestøl

Bio
George Pacheco

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BATTLE BEAST - unveil brand-new single "Angel of Midnight"

September 4, 2025

Finland’s power metal force BATTLE BEAST present their fourth single, 'Angel Of Midnight', taken from their highly anticipated upcoming album Steelbound, due for release on October 17th, 2025. The single arrives with a brand-new, visually striking music video.

Built on a catchy hard rock riff, bouncing synths, and the soaring, powerful vocals of Noora Louhimo, 'Angel Of Midnight' once again demonstrates BATTLE BEAST’s mastery in blending infectious hooks with heavy, high-energy metal — a sound that makes you want to dance and headbang all at once.

With Steelbound, BATTLE BEAST continue to refine their unmistakable style, delivering a collection of tracks that balance anthemic power, melodic accessibility, and unrelenting heaviness.

Songwriter and bassist Eero Sipilä comments:

"I really had an internal battle with writing this one. We’re a heavy metal band. Will we be burned at the stake, for making a hard rock tune with romantic notions?
Then it hit me: We’re Battle Beast—we can do whatever the hell we want. 
‘Midnight’ nods deeply to Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, Whitesnake—all the greats—and makes no qualms about it. So let the feeling carry you, and crank it like it’s 1987."

Listen to 'Angel Of Midnight' on all platforms: https://battlebeast.bfan.link/angel-of-midnight

Watch the video for 'Angel Of Midnight' Below.

Pre-order the album: https://battlebeast.bfan.link/steelbound-album

To celebrate the album’s release, BATTLE BEAST will hit the road for a major European tour, kicking off October 17 at Hamburg’s Inselpark Arena — their biggest German headline show to date. The tour will run through mid-December, featuring DOMINUM as special guests and Swedish power metal force MAJESTICA as openers.

SUPREME MYSTIC - Kala Rupa

September 4, 2025

In the industrial belly of Detroit, where machine noise and rebellion pulse in equal measure, a new sound has emerged. It is raw and searing, but it carries something older than anger and louder than distortion. That sound is SUPREME MYSTIC, and their debut album Kala Rupa is a declaration of identity, purpose, and transformation.

The band is led by Chino Noir, the reborn moniker of Mike Couls, a name well-known to the hardcore underground. From playing clubs at thirteen to signing with a major label in his early twenties, Couls carved a path through chaos with a bass in his hands and the kind of presence that stages remember. He was part of some of the most notorious and revered bands in heavy music. He toured the world with COLD AS LIFE, SWORN ENEMY, MERAUDER, TERROR and the CRO-MAGS, sharing bills with legends and surviving battles on and off stage. But none of those bands carried his voice the way SUPREME MYSTIC does now.

Kala Rupa, meaning “the form of time” in Sanskrit, is more than a record. It is a mirror. It looks directly into life, death, karma, illusion, and the struggle for inner evolution. Each song is a piece of a larger journey, built on decades of lived experience. This is not a genre experiment or a side project. It is the first time Couls has stepped fully into the front, not just as a musician but as a messenger.

The album pulls from stoner rock, post-hardcore, sludge, grunge, and doom, but it defies categorization. It is heavy, often brutally so, but not just for the sake of power. Beneath the layers of distortion, the music is rooted in spiritual philosophy and ancient Vedic wisdom. These are songs of confrontation and transcendence, guided by hard-earned insight and a desire to rise above the trappings of material and emotional decay.

From the opening of “Stealing Beauty,” the record cuts with honesty and defiance. It speaks to betrayal and envy in a world that feeds on appearances and weakness. “Halo of Vultures” takes aim at those who circle with bad intentions, while “Colorblind” addresses the weaponization of ignorance and the spiritual sickness of a divided world. “Transmigration of the Soul” and the title track “Kala Rupa” lift the listener into the metaphysical, exploring the unseen journey of the self and the truth that time is not an enemy, but a teacher.

Couls is joined by a powerhouse of Detroit veterans and new energy. Drummer Jeff Shankin brings decades of heavy groove and thunder, having played in cornerstone Detroit acts like Universal Stomp and Earthmover. Alfredo Riojas, a Berklee-trained guitarist known across Detroit for his technical brilliance and soulful attack, adds a precise and expressive voice. Luis Ulloa, a young keyboardist from Honduras with a deep love for black metal and spiritual music, brings harmonic color and atmosphere. Together, they build a wall of sound that can level a room or lift an audience into something otherworldly.

What sets SUPREME MYSTC apart is intention. This band is not chasing nostalgia. It is not paying tribute to a scene. It is rooted in Krishna Consciousness, influenced by the teachings of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, and carries lyrics that often include Sanskrit mantras and direct references to sacred texts. This is not metal as fashion or outrage. This is music as inner weapon. The goal is not destruction, but liberation.

Still, nothing here is soft or sanitized. SUPREME MYSTIC comes from the grit of Detroit and carries the weight of its history. That includes the tragedies, the fights, and the resilience that shaped Couls’ path. The murder of his father in the infamous Rouge Rampage, the death of COLD AS LIFE’s original frontman, the wounds from the CRO-MAGS incident, and the long road of pain that led to healing are not erased in this new project. They are integrated. The past has not been forgotten. It has been transformed into fuel.

Even in its heaviest moments, Kala Rupa offers a sense of hope. It invites listeners not just to rage but to awaken. This is music for those who have seen the edge, survived, and returned changed. It is not about escaping pain. It is about turning toward it with clear eyes and an open heart This is music built on scars, faith, rhythm, and resolve.

About SUPREME MYSTIC:

SUPREME MYSTIC is a spiritually charged heavy rock band from Detroit, Michigan, fusing the grit of hardcore and metal with the depth of Vedic philosophy. Founded in 2023 by frontman and bassist Chino Noir (the evolved moniker of Mike Couls, known for his work with COLD AS LIFE, SWORN ENEMY, MERAUDER, and CRO-MAGS), the band draws from a lifetime of musical warfare and personal transformation. Their sound, described as Mo-Metal and DefRoc, merges elements of post-hardcore, stoner rock, grunge, doom, and groove metal with a message rooted in spiritual evolution, esoteric themes, and inner revolution.

Joined by drummer Jeff Shankin (UNIVERSAL STOMP, EARTHMOVER), guitarist Alfredo Riojas (a BERKLEE-trained shredder), and keyboardist Luis Ulloa (a young devotee of heavy music and mysticism), SUPREME MYSTIC creates music that is as punishing as it is purposeful. Their songs explore karma, mortality, illusion, and rebirth, often weaving in Sanskrit mantras and Eastern iconography with street-level truth and raw energy.

Equal parts intensity and intention, SUPREME MYSTIC is not just another heavy band. It is a movement of sound and spirit. Their debut full-length album Kala Rupa is set for release in Fall 2025.

SUPREME MYSTIC is:

Chino Noir – Vocals / Bass
Alfredo Riojas – Lead Guitar / Backup Vocals
Jeff Shankin – Drums
Luis Ulloa – Keyboards

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The Veer Union Are Back With a Vengeance In "Caught in the Crossfire" Video

September 4, 2025

Canadian alt-metal/rock band The Veer Union are back with a vengeance, unleashing their brand new track "Caught in the Crossfire" via Arising Empire. The hard-hitting single blends crushing riffs, soaring hooks, and the emotional intensity that has defined the band's career since breaking through with their 2008 hit "Seasons."

With over 290,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, more than 200 million global streams, and a track record of 12 Billboard Rock Radio Top 40 hits, The Veer Union continue to prove why they are an enduring presence in the rock world.

"Caught in the Crossfire" marks the latest chapter from the band's upcoming full-length album Reinvention, set for release on February 20, 2026.

With "Caught in the Crossfire" out now and Reinvention on the horizon, The Veer Union are showing no signs of slowing down — and this new anthem is proof they're ready for their next era.

Watch the "Caught in the Crossfire" video below and stream the single here.

Renowned NYC artist-producer Charlie Nieland returns with new single 'Win' (feat. spiritchild)'

September 4, 2025

Following his latest masterpiece - 'The Ocean Understands' EP, acclaimed NYC songwriter-producer Charlie Nieland has announced that his forthcoming album'Stories From The Borderlines', set for release on October 24. The first offering from this atmospheric and imaginative collection is 'Win (feat. spiritchild)'.

Defying expectations, 'Win' is a postpunk mini-epic that starts as a piano-led hymn, becomes an explosive jangling anthem and winds up with a spectacular turn by Staten Island-based activist / rapper spiritchild. This new music arrives on the trail of Nieland's recent 'The Ocean Understands' EP and videos for 'Redshift' and 'Drown', directed by multi-faceted NYC-based artist Hypnodoll.

"The material for 'Stories From The Borderlines' got its start in the NYC performance series The Bushwick Book Club in response to various literary sources. The lead single 'Win' is actually a song about surrender - “I just want you to win”, written as part of Bushwick Book Club’s residency for Banned Book Week at the Kurt Vonnegut Library and Museum in Indianapolis, Indiana," says Charlie Nieland.

"I was struck by the fearful response to the coming-of-age YA novel "All Boys Aren’t Blue" by the young, gay, African-American author George M. Johnson, which was the second most banned book in 2023. Book banning ultimately backfires. The act of hiding something from ourselves forces discovery. It begs us to honor what we don’t yet understand. Our fragile self-created identities - especially those formed in opposition to our adversaries - dissolve in the bright light of our interdependence. Our shared divinity. In a flash, the chorus woke me up in the middle of the night. “Go ahead and take my place. Take a look at my face. This is how it begins”.

Nieland's backstory is extensive, having written, performed and produced music for decades. He has written for and produced such artists as Debbie Harry, Rufus Wainwright, Blondie and Scissor Sisters, as well as scoring the feature film 'The Safety of Objects' (with Glenn Close), Showtime's pilot episode of 'The L Word' and the VH-1documentary 'NY77: The Coolest Year in Hell'.

Charlie was awarded a Gold record (UK) for his production work on Blondie's 'Greatest Hits Sight & Sound' and achieved a Top 10 Billboard Dance Chart Position with Debbie Harry's single 'Two Times Blue', which he co-wrote and produced.

Presenting a visceral blend of post punk, glam, dream pop and progressive rock, the forthcoming album also involves an appearance by keyboardist Joe McGinty (The Psychedelic Furs, Ryan Adams, Nada Surf, Polyvox). Atmospheric, with sweeping melodies and restless rhythms, these unique soundscapes promise an immersive journey, showcasing Nieland's continued evolution as an artist and producer.

After 20 years with dreampop band Her Vanished Grace, Nieland established himself as a solo artist rich on nuanced songwriting and sonic exploration, releasing 'Ice Age' (2014), followed by 'Hopeful Monsters' (2016) and ‘Divisions' album (2021). Half of the literature-inspired duo Lusterlit with Susan Hwang, he also produces and co-hosts the 'An Embarrassment of Prog' podcast.

'Win (feat. spiritchild)' is available from digital music platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp, where Nieland's latest EP 'The Ocean Understands' EP can also be found. The full 'Stories From The Borderlines' album, out on October 24, can now be pre-ordered.

SINGLE CREDITS
'Win (feat. spiritchild)' written by Charlie Nieland and spiritchild   
Recorded at Saturation Point Studios (Brooklyn, NY) from January 2023 to April 2025 
Charlie Nieland - vocals, electric guitars, bass, piano, electric piano, virtual mellotrons and string machines, percussion
spiritchild - vocals
Billy Loose - drums 
Produced, Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Charlie Nieland
Cover Art by Hypnodoll™  
© 2025 Athame Music, xspiritmentaleyez
Video for 'Win (feat. spiritchild) by Charlie Nieland
Videos for 'Redshift' and 'Drown' by Hypnodoll™
Photography by Alice Teeple
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

NYC songstress JESSIE KILGUSS releases 'Howard Johnson’s' single, previewing sixth album

September 4, 2025

NYC singer-songwriter Jessie Kilguss presents her latest single 'Howard Johnson's', previewing her sixth album 'They Have A Howard Johnson's There', which was engineered, produced, mixed and mastered by Charlie Nieland (Debbie Harry, Rufus Wainwright, Blondie, Scissor Sisters) at Saturation Point Studios in Brooklyn.

For this single, Kilguss is accompanied by John Kengla (David Byrne, Ben Kweller, Serena Ryder) on guitar, bass and keys, Rob Heath (Madison Square Gardeners, Julia Nunes) on drums and percussion, and Dave Derby (The Dambuilders, Gramercy Arms, Lloyd Cole) and Charlie Nieland on backing vocals. Other tracks on this album features Andrea Longato (Duncan Shiek, Jeremy Jordan, Alphonso Ribeiro), guitarist Kirk Schoenherr (Tegan and Sara, Elle King, Chet Faker), and Rembert Block (Rembert and the Basic Goodness).

"This song originated from some writing I did in a poetry workshop with performance artist Karen Finley. I had seen her read at the fantastic On The Verge Festival, which celebrates women artists of all disciplines at the Wild Project, produced and curated by my friend Heather Litteer. I was drawn to Karen's writing and saw a post of hers on Instagram advertising an online poetry workshop inspired by the movie 'Dog Day Afternoon', as well as dogs in general. I had never taken a poetry workshop before but I am a huge dog lover and thought "what the hell". I like pushing myself out of my comfort zone," says Jessie Kilguss.

"In the movie, Al Pacino is speaking with his lover about what he’ll do to prove his love and he says something like “I’ll charter a plane to Algeria. They have a Howard Johnson’s there”. It stood out to me because it was so ridiculous and also, my father Howard had passed away a month earlier. So the song is a tribute to my father, Howard Kilguss, and is also inspired by 'Dog Day Afternoon'. My father had a deep connection with dogs, so I thought it was even more appropriate to write this song for him".

This offering follows her single 'Too Far From Texas' (a collab with Jim Andralis), 'You're the One' and 'Wuthering Heights'. Kilguss' 2022 album 'What Do Whales Dream About at Night?' LP features drummer Brian Griffin (Patti Smith, Brandi Carlisle, Lana Del Rey), bassist Whynot Jansveld (The Wallflowers, Butch Walker, Sara Bareilles), composer-producer Naren Rauch, and Nathan Schram (Bjork, David Crosby, David Byrne), with whom Kilguss ran the non-profit organization Musicambia.

A former actress, whose acting highlights include 'The Crucible' (with Daniel Day Lewis and Winona Ryder) and the stage production 'As You Like It' (directed by Royal Shakespeare Company founder Sir Peter Hall), Kilguss made songwriting her focus after working with musical heroes Marianne Faithfull and Mary Margaret O'Hara in the Tom Waits / William Burroughs musical 'The Black Rider'.

Apart from writing and performing her own music, Kilguss sings with the Loser’s Lounge, Gramercy Arms, Jim Andralis and the Syntonics and Benjamin Cartel. She's also performed at the Sundance Film Festival and with Freddie Stevenson, touring as support for The Waterboys' European tour. In June 2025, Kilguss was an artist in residence at Fish Factory Creative Center in Stodvarfjordur, Iceland where she wrote 9 new songs.

'Howard Johnson's' is out now, available everywhere, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp with the full album to follow on November 14th. Kilguss performs next on September 23rd at New York's 11th Street Bar, together with Rembert Block and Erica Smith. On November 5, Kilguss' Record Release Show is at Berlin Under A, with Life in a Blender and Charlie Nieland, who marks the release of his 'Stories From The Borderlines' album.

ALBUM CREDITS
All songs written by Jessie Kilguss, except 'Jesus Was a Crossmaker' (written by Judee Sill)
Produced, engineered, mixed & mastered by Charlie Nieland at Saturation Point Studios, Brooklyn
Jessie Kilguss - vocals, arrangement
John Kengla – guitar, bass, keys on Howard Johnson’s, Fool’s Fight, Lost Causes, Jesus Was a Cross Maker
Kirk Schoenherr – guitar and keys on Chasing Down a Ghost and St Teresa in Ecstasy
Andrea Longato – guitar on St Teresa in Ecstasy
Rob Heath – Drums and percussion
Rembert Block – Backing vocals on Fool’s Fight, Chasing Down a Ghost and Lost Causes
Dave Derby - Backing vocals on Howard Johnson’s
Charlie Nieland – bass, violin bow guitar and keys on St Teresa in Ecstasy, Fool's Fight and Lost Causes, backing vocals on Howard Johnson’s
Single cover photo by Shervin Lainez
Graphic design by Scott MX Turner
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

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DON’T BELIEVE IN GHOSTS Release New Single "Driver" and Announce New Album

September 1, 2025

Celebrated by Alternative Press as one of the “40 Artists You Need to Hear,” Don't Believe In Ghosts continues to make waves in New York City’s indie rock scene with their signature blend of catchy hooks, uplifting energy, and thoughtful lyrics.

Their new album, But On The Bright Side, arrives November 7th, 2025, following the singles "Driver" (August 29th) and "Outta Your Head" (October 10th). To celebrate, the band will host an album release party on November 15th at Soho Live in NYC.

“We’re so excited about all the new songs from this album we really couldn’t decide which to release first. 'Driver' is about living in the moment, it’s a colorful track filled with a lot of energy, were felt this was a great way to start this new journey,” says the band's vocalist Steven Nathan

Recorded over two years, the album saw the band working across multiple studios and diving deeper into analog gear, live recording, and classic console techniques. Sessions included trips to Nashville to work with producer Don Miggs and to Cleveland to collaborate with Grammy-winning producer Ken Lewis, alongside recording in their home base of New York. Throughout the process, all three members took on multiple instruments, pushing their sound in new directions. The collection features songs mixed by legendary mixers Mark Needham (The Killers, Imagine Dragons) and Ken Lewis (Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga), as well as tracks mixed by the band’s own frontman and producer Steven Nathan.

The band—Steven Nathan (vocals), Dan DelVecchio (guitar), and Ken Yang (drums)—has built a reputation for anthemic songwriting and high-energy performances. Past highlights include the Needham-mixed track "Put Your Head Back"—featured in the Apple TV+ series WeCrashed—and "Don’t Wake Me Up", which debuted at #2 on the ALL ACCESS retail radio chart and featured comedy legend Gilbert Gottfried in its video. "Slow Down"has surpassed 2 million plays on retail radio, and "Summer High" landed multiple Spotify and Apple Music editorial playlists.

With their electrifying live shows—twice headlining sold-out performances at the Bowery Ballroom—and a track record of infectious, uplifting releases, Don't Believe In Ghosts (Mindful Recordings / Symphonic) shows no sign of slowing down. But On The Bright Side is set to be their most ambitious and sonically rich release yet.

Stay tuned for more updates, and join Don’t Believe In Ghosts on this exciting journey.

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Black Metal Quartet VISERION Present "Reign of Fire"

September 1, 2025

"Reign of Fire" is VISERION's second offering to land ahead of the forthcoming immersive album, Fire and Blood that is due to arrive on January 16, 2026.

Laden with groove and melodies, "Reign of Fire" stands out from other compositions on the album's track list. In terms of the narrative, this song explores the rise of Aegon The Conqueror and his dragon Balerion - notably how he seized control over Westeros.

The black metal outfit, who enhance their sound with atmospheric and melodic elements, delve into the realms of Game of Thrones. "Our concept for this album was inspired by George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones world. It particularly focuses on the Targaryen dynasty hence the title being their house words: Fire and Blood." The band explains. "This particular song focuses on the black magic rituals that the Targaryen family was rumored to use in order to control dragons".

About VISERION:
Located in Queens, NY, VISERION blend brutal and aggressive black metal with atmospheric and melodic passages in their own distinctive take on the genre. Storytelling is embedded in their musical creativity, highly influenced by the writings of George R.R. Martin and the World of Westeros. The band initially formed as a three-piece in 2020 by Ben Marvilli taking on bass and vocals, Matt Marvilli on drums and John Magnani performing guitars. Subsequently, in 2022, Magnani left and Ben Marvilli swapped out bass for guitar. Cris Valentine also joined on guitar and Tasso Diakov took on the bass. The debut album Natural Selection dropped in 2021, followed by a split EP release with TELOCH VOVIN titled The Iron Age of Kali Yuga in 2023. Now, Fire and Blood is set to emerge on January 16, 2026.

VISERION Is:
Benedetto Marvilli -Guitar/Vocals
Matthew Marvilli - Drums
Cris Valentine - Guitar
Tasso Diakov - Bass

Album Credits:
Producer: Billy Pfister
Recording Studio: Westfall Recording
Engineer: Billy Pfister
Mastering: Jacob Buczarski
Mixing: Chris Grigg
Cover art: “Fire in Rome” by Hubert Robert

Links:
Bandcamp: https://viserion.bandcamp.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viserion_official/
Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/ViserionOfficial/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@viserion9676

DIE SPITZ RELEASE "PUNISHERS" SOMETHING TO CONSUME OUT SEPTEMBER 12th

September 1, 2025

Austin natives Die Spitz have released "Punishers", the third single off upcoming album, Something to Consume , due September 12th via Third Man Records.

The record arrives on standard black vinyl, indie 'opaque green' vinyl, CD, and Cassette.

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STARSET Announce New Album "SILOS" Out 9/12 + Band Shares Video for "Shattered Dreams" Cover

August 30, 2025

STARSET ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM SILOS OUT SEPTEMBER 12 VIA FEARLESS RECORDS

ALBUM FEATURES TWO NEW TRACKS + SIX INTERLUDES

BAND SHARES VIDEO FOR COVER OF "SHATTERED DREAMS" —

Visionary, sci-fi-inspired rock collective STARSET will release their next full-length transmission SILOS on September 12 via Fearless Records.

Pre-save it here.

The album will feature two brand new tracks, six interludes, and several recently released songs. In typical STARSET fashion, fans are invited to immerse themselves in the band's layered world via the songs, interludes, and the storylines.

o coincide with the album news, the band has shared its cover of "SHATTERED DREAMS." Watch the video here. It's STARSET's take on Johnny Hates Jazz's international hit "Shattered Dreams" — with a twist. It's haunting and moody and in true STARSET fashion, the tone of the song can highlight the dystopia of 2025.

"For a long time, I've had it in my head that I could cover 'Shattered Dreams' in a cool way that sounds fresh, heavy, and emotive, while still keeping what made it great," says frontman Dustin Bates. "For that reason, it was on a very short list of covers I'd like to eventually do. I haven't traditionally been very big on covers for this band, though, so I wasn't in a real hurry to do it. However, recently, I've started to become convinced that soon, anyone will be able to cover any song in any style with the use of AI. (It will take a while longer for it to write a great song on its own, but it will likely be able to cover songs well very soon.) So, it started to feel like now-or-never. That also explains why there are two covers on the album."

Lauded by Forbes as having "one of the most firmly established brands of any modern rock band," Columbus, Ohio's STARSET are creating a true multimedia empire with music at its core. Their hits include RIAA Platinum-selling hit "My Demons" (2012) and RIAA Gold-selling single "It Has Begun" (2014), with others soon to follow. With a staggering 5 billion streams and a rapidly growing rabid global fanbase, STARSET are one of rock's upper echelon acts.

Giants and monsters Out Today from HELLOWEEN!

August 30, 2025

With 15 gold awards, six platinum awards and over ten million records sold, HELLOWEEN are celebrating the band’s 40th anniversary with the successor to their self-titled #1 album from 2021. GIANTS & MONSTERS is the second album for the legendary line-up and the title immediately states where the album is heading.

Confident and bursting with vigor, the septet presents what probably is the most versatile album of their career. Already the opener “GIANTS ON THE RUN” flips the switch from the very first riff and impressively marks the terrain with the power voices of Andi Deris and Kai Hansen. No trace of restraint – the track takes a breath, takes off and unleashes a roar that leaves no doubt about the blazing pulse of the ten new songs. On this album, the experience and musical enthusiasm of a band that can do anything and everything blazes its way: Heavy, speed, rock, ballad – plain, intricate or progressive. With five strong songwriters and seven world-class musicians, creative limits are set aside once and for all on GIANTS & MONSTERS.

Musically rather straightforward and a veritable hit, “A LITTLE IS A LITTLE TOO MUCH” gives Andi Deris and Michael Kiske the space their monumental voices need for an intimate story. “Basically, it’s about the famous straw that breaks the camel’s back. During the writing process, however, I remembered an experience I had at the age of 15 and the lyrics ended up being pretty erotic – about little things that can quickly put an end to a big thing”, grins Deris. “THIS IS TOKYO” is another personal track. “I’ve always wanted to write this song. Japan plays a very special role in my life because I had my first big successes there with Pink Cream 69, and they have always treated me incredibly well. I wanted to create a tribute to Japan and finally had the right idea for the lyrics. Because ‘Tokyo’ sounds better in a chorus than ‘Japan’, the city stands for a whole country that is very important to me.”

“‘UNIVERSE (GRAVITY FOR HEARTS)" is a reminder that everything in the universe is connected, and what looks like an infinite number of stars could actually be moments, hearts and decisions,” describes songwriter Sascha Gerstner. With a playing time of over eight minutes, “UNIVERSE (GRAVITY FOR HEARTS)”, together with “MAJESTIC”, not only stands out as a longtrack – they both surprise with dizzying dynamic changes and huge melodic arcs that create entire worlds: Whatever you believe in is real. Alongside “WE CAN BE GODS”, “MAJESTIC” is also one of the tracks featuring all three singers of the HELLOWEEN super alliance. Both songs were penned by Kai Hansen and launch all trademarks that secured his place deep in metal hearts. “The space and aliens are my favorite themes and pretty fascinating. But you could also read the chorus as a description of the band: ‘We’re back and we’re the Masters of Power Metal’ – I’ll leave that up to the listeners,” laughs Hansen.

Masterclass is just as evident in gigantic ballads, and “GIANTS & MONSTERS” serves the first one in this constellation. “INTO THE SUN” is a duet in which Deris and Kiske sweepingly pour their hearts out, carried by masterfully orchestrated string cascades and yearning guitar solos. “Originally the song had different lyrics, but now it’s about reincarnation and that suits the track much better,” reveals Deris. “Michi and I share similar beliefs in that area, and I really wanted us to record the song together. He just sounds great when he sings it”. “SAVIOR OF THE WORLD”, a classic Weikath at his best, could have well been on one of the legendary ‘Keeper’ albums, and the extravagant “UNDER THE MOONLIGHT” also underlines his exceptional songwriting talent.

Consistently topping superlatives and presenting yet another milestone with “GIANTS & MONSTERS” requires the courage to keep reinventing a colossus like HELLOWEEN as well as continuing to challenge seven brimming careers even after four decades. And the instincts of the congenial producers Charlie Bauerfeind and Dennis Ward. For example, the fact that Dani Löble recorded all tracks on three different drum sets to individually decide which set delivers the perfect vibe for a song was only imaginable through unrestrained love of experimentation and highest standards. An effort and attention to detail that not everyone is willing to bring to the table. The mix was done at the legendary Wisseloord Studios in Hilversum, which have witnessed the works of the greatest names in music – from Iron Maiden to Judas Priest and Def Leppard to Rammstein.
“GIANTS & MONSTERS” will be released on August 29, 2025, as CD Jewelcase, CD Digipak (incl. bonus track), Earbook (incl. bonus CD), 2-LP Gatefold (in various colors) and 2-LP Picture (incl. bonus track), MC and digital.

SOULFLY | ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM CHAMA + RELEASE LYRIC VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE 'STORM THE GATES'

August 30, 2025

Coming straight from the deep jungles of Brazil to the arid expanses of Arizona, extreme metal trailblazers SOULFLY will deliver their tribally fueled thirteenth album CHAMA on October 24th 2025 via Nuclear Blast Records. Once again, a remarkable testament to the Brazilian songwriter’s natural affinity for slamming yet rhythmic riffs that defined his signature sound to listeners around the world. A true return to the spiritual upbringing of SOULFLY that somehow bears a modern-day edge and vitality. Something that could only be attained by a true master of the craft, and Max has stunned us all again.

Today, SOULFLY offer fans the first taste from the album in the form of the first single, ''Storm The Gates'. A battle cry against control and greed, the track summons ancestral strength and unites the tribe in rebellion—heavy, primal, and unapologetically relentless. Watch the lyric video created by Costin Chioreanu, below.

Max Cavalera comments, "Chama is the Brazilian word for flame. It also means a 'calling'. Respect to Alex Pereira for usjng Itsari on his UFC walkouts. Chama is inspired by the energy of this moment This record is the sound of Soulfly’s fire! I cannot wait to play these songs live for the Tribe! Chama!"

Zyon Cavalera states, “With each Soulfly record I’ve played on, I can feel my evolution happening in real time. This record was no different as I got to handle a good amount of the production for the first time. Trying to take the band to places we have never been before was a blast and I look forward to more production work in the future!”

Pre-order/pre-save Chama::
https://soulfly.bfan.link/chama

Stream 'Storm The Gates':
https://soulfly.bfan.link/storm-the-gates

Chama is now available for pre-order in the following formats:

CD Jewel
Vinyl
- Yellow and Orange Corona (Worldwide)
- Transparent Red w/ White Splatter (Nuclear Blast)
- Red and Black Marbled (Revolver Exclusive)
- Picture Disc (SOULFLY Exclusive)
SOULFLY T-Shirt

CHAMA was recorded at the Platinum Underground Studio in Mesa, Arizona by John Aquilino. John has worked with Max and company multiple times before and is not only a talented engineer but a family friend. The album was produced by Zyon Cavalera and Arthur Rizk. The latter was also responsible for the mixing and mastering. Rizk has not only worked with the Cavalera family numerous times before, but has also helped to shape the world of heavy metal in the modern day. SOULFLY enlisted Carletta Parrish to create the album artwork. For the album, Igor Amadeus Cavalera (GO AHEAD & DIE, NAILBOMB, HEALING MAGIC) played bass and Mike De Leon played guitar. The album also features Dino Cazares (FEAR FACTORY) on one of the tracks.

SOULFLY's line-up on Chama is :
Max Cavalera | Vocals & Guitar
Igor Amadeus Cavalera | Bass
Zyon Cavalera | Drums
Mike De Leon | Guitar

More information:
www.instagram.com/thesoulflytribe
www.x.com/thesoulflytribe
open.spotify.com/user/soulflyband
www.youtube.com/@soulfly
www.tiktok.com/@thesoulflytribe

DEBDEPAN - “HABIT” Kent’s Alt-Duo Kick Off Sophomore EP with Sleazy New Single

August 30, 2025

Since their debut EP OMEN, genre-defying alternative duo debdepan have been relentlessly honing their craft, channelling their dark pop, grunge, and dance influences into their most ambitious project yet — the sophomore EP Lovers & Others (due November 2025). Marking the start of this bold new chapter, they unveil “Habit” on August 28th via Silent Kid Records.

A striking evolution of their sound, “Habit” fuses industrial grit and grunge textures with the hedonistic rush of 2000s indie sleaze, — channelling the restless pulse of Klaxons and The Rapture, yet charged with a magnetic, unmistakably feminine edge. Eerie, understated vocals cut through hard-hitting instrumentation, creating a tension that simmers in hushed moments before erupting into a dynamic push-and-pull of sound.

Lyrically, the track explores emotional inadequacy and the exhausting games we play for affection. Centered on the devastating line “If being more enigmatic makes you happy, that is tragic”, its deliberately looping structure mirrors the obsessive cycles of the mind — all while maintaining a punchy, haunting energy that makes it impossible not to move to.

“This song is about feeling like you’re not good enough for someone and having to play it cool to win their affection,” the band explains. “We wanted it to feel quite repetitive to signify how my thoughts kept circling. ‘You talk for hours’ is actually about the thoughts in my own brain.”

The creative spark for “Habit” came in the wake of a breakup, built around its central lyric. The track took on a new life during debdepan’s artistic residency at Westway Lab in Portugal, where a week-long collaboration with Portuguese electronic artist/DJ Phaser pushed the self-described “untrained musicians” into fresh sonic territory. What began as a melancholic idea was transformed by a driving beat that perfectly framed the song’s bittersweet edge. Final recording took place with Mike Collins in Ramsgate and was completed at London’s Strongroom Studios with producer James Minas.

As the first glimpse into Lovers & Others, the track sets the tone for a collection that chronicles the complexities of love, identity, and friendship through debdepan’s dramatised lens. Written entirely in the year since the duo relocated to Margate’s thriving creative community, the EP balances introspective vulnerability with a “pretty sad girl but also kind of party” duality — a reflection of late-night shifts in the town’s buzzing nightlife scene paired with long, contemplative coastal walks.

Where OMEN established their dark pop credentials, Lovers & Others sees debdepan lean deeper into dance-driven arrangements without losing their grunge-inspired bite. The result is a refined, genre-blurring sound that is as emotionally charged as it is physically irresistible.

Formed in March 2022 after writing together in lockdown, the Margate-based pair Chelsea and Grace quickly made their mark through Pie Factory Music’s Emerging Artists programme, leading to the release of their breakthrough single “Darkest Hour” in September 2022. The track gained radio play across the U.S. and Europe, breaking into the Deutsche Alternative Charts and earning the duo a publishing and label deal with Archangelo Music.

Since then, debdepan’s live reputation has soared, with standout performances at Westway Lab (Portugal), Pro Weekend (Spain), and Focus Wales, alongside support slots for Cumgirl8, Miki Berenyi, and most recently, Pete Doherty on his 2025 UK tour. Their music continues to receive crucial support from BBC Introducing and BBC 6Music, cementing their position as one of the UK’s most exciting new alternative acts.

“Habit” is released August 28th, 2025 via Silent Kid Records, with Lovers & Others following in November. UK and German live dates will accompany the release.

Under Black Sky Release New Single “FireFly", Announce 'The Undead Road Show' Tour This Fall!

August 29, 2025

Rising dark rock force Under Black Sky has released their latest single, “Firefly,” now available on all major platforms. The track comes ahead of the band’s highly anticipated full-length album, Bad Blood, set for release on October 24, 2025.

“FIREFLY is the ignition point — the first spark in the dark. It’s the sound of something waking up inside you that refuses to go back to sleep. This is where the purge begins — where the story of Bad Blood starts to unfold. We wrote it for anyone who’s ever felt invisible… and is finally ready to burn," shares the band.

In addition to the new single, Under Black Sky has announced their upcoming fall tour, The Undead Road Show. The run kicks off October 22, 2025, in San Antonio, TX, bringing the band’s hauntingly powerful live performance to fans across the U.S.

The Undead Road Show Dates:

Oct 22 @ The Starlighter in San Antonio, TX

Oct 23 @ Scout Bar in Houston, TX

Oct 24 @ House of Rock in Corpus Christi, TX

Oct 25 @ The Flying Walrus in McAllen, TX

Oct 26 @ Come and Take It Live in Austin, TX

Get Tickets HERE

UNDER BLACK SKY: THE NARRATIVE

“You are not alone. The sky has cracked. The blood remembers.”

The world was once bright — but the light was a lie.

Centuries ago, a secret Order vanished beneath the surface of history, burying knowledge too dangerous for the world above. This Order — now known only in whispers as The Order

Beneath — kept one truth sealed: that some voices are not born, but summoned… when the world turns on itself.

Now, the sky has cracked. From the fracture, sound bleeds through. Not music — a signal. A call.

Four souls answered.

They were not chosen. They were claimed.

Marked by pain. Branded by betrayal. Broken by a system that promised dreams and delivered chains. But from the ruins of their pasts, each one emerged transformed — avatars of chaos and clarity, shadow and scream. Not men. Not monsters. Something in between.

They are known only by their roles:

• KRYSIS - The Prophet — voice of the unspeakable. (Vocals)

• BEAST - The Executioner — fury without apology. (Drums)

• ONYX - The Seer — eyes that pierce the veil. (Guitar)

• JAXX - The Redeemer — bearer of the final key. (Bass Guitar)

Together, they are Under Black Sky — not a band, but a reckoning.

Their debut transmission, Bad Blood, is more than an album. It is the first chapter of an

awakening. Each track unlocks another sigil in the codex. Another fragment of the truth long buried. As their presence spreads, so too does the influence of the Order Beneath.

Those who hear the message begin to change.

Reality glitches. Symbols surface in dreams. Crimson keys appear. Shattered glass reveals

hidden figures. A storm begins to churn within them — not of fear, but of defiance.

And then they know:

They are not alone.

The purge has begun.

And Under Black Sky is leading the charge.

UNDER BLACK SKY is a modern active rock band hailing from New Orleans, LA, formed in 2023. The band consists of four enigmatic members - Krysis, Beast, Jaxx, and Onyx - Known for their wildly entertaining live shows, UNDER BLACK SKY delivers performances that are nothing short of mesmerizing. Each song in their repertoire is a meticulously crafted masterpiece, featuring hauntingly unforgettable choruses that linger in the mind, mesmerizing riffs that captivate the senses, and a potent shot of adrenaline coursing through their sonic landscape. UBS is not just a band; it’s a manifestation of resilience, creativity, and a profound desire to entertain and to connect with audiences on a visceral level. When attending one of their shows, be prepared to get engulfed in an immersive and electrifying experience sure to leave a long lasting impression.

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ONE OF NINE Summons Pure Tolkienian Sorrow with New Song,"Dreadful Leap," (Ft. HULDER), Announces New Album

August 29, 2025

From the shadowed vales of Brethil, ONE OF NINE unveils their hymn “Dreadful Leap," a glimpse into their forthcoming epic, 'Dawn of the Iron Shadow,' to be released on October 31 through Profound Lore Records. Rooted in the tale of Túrin son of Húrin and the bitter fate of Nienor, the song rises as a lament of doom and grief, its sorrowful voice joined with the presence of HULDER as the Tear Maiden. Listen to the bards play their tune HERE.

One of Nine says,

"The page turns, and old sorceries die.

Túrin, son of Húrin, has struck dead Glaurung, the dread worm!

And in such bitter triumph the doom of his house is revealed as the golden veil upon Nienor’s mind is forever lifted.

Thus do we, the Nine, lift our voices in the retelling, to proffer a glimpse upon the 'Dawn of the Iron Shadow.'

'Dreadful Leap' is unveiled, and its echo now resounds in every hall."

'Dawn of the Iron Shadow' can be pre-ordered HERE.

The cover artwork was carefully wrought by the hand of Ted Nasmith, a craftsman of no small renown who is the illustrator of J. R. R. Tolkien's works 'The Lord of the Rings,' 'Unfinished Tales,' and 'The Silmarillion.'

ONE OF NINE Lineup:

Fellrider of Northern Unlight - Guitars, vocals

Pharazon the Golden - Drums

Gurthang the Black Sword - Guitars

Urmaiar the Rope - Bass

Langon - Keyboards

Guest Musicians:

Hulder as The Tear Maiden (on "Dreadful Leap")

M. of Lamp of Murmuur as Morgoth (on "Behold the Shadow of My Thoughts")

Cover artist:

Ted Nasmith

Links:

ELEINE - We Stand United OUT SEPT. 5th

August 26, 2025

Swedish metal outfit ELEINE reach out with a compelling offering that draws together a connection between their studio recordings and live performances. The haunting sonic soundscape of the forthcoming EP, We Stand United, features two unheard pieces: an intro called "Towards The Fields" and the title track is future live favourite. In addition, two live tracks recorded at Masters of Rock 2024 and a symphonic version of "Promise Of Apocalypse", are set to arrive in digital format, CD and vinyl on September 5, 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music.

"We wanted to give you something in between album cycles. A feel of what’s to come, where we stand right now and a closer look at the past.

This is We Stand United - An EP dedicated towards our strong and loyal fans across the world including live tracks and something brand new!

On this EP ELEINE present you with live tracks on CD and vinyl for the first time ever! We enjoy the studio, but it will always be when performing LIVE we truly thrive as a band. This is where we connect with the crowd, where we create beautiful and empowering memories together and where we get to live out the songs on stage.

We Stand United is a 5 track EP carrying new heavy riffs, thundering live performances and a rawness we feel many will appreciate." - Madeleine & Rikard

The droning cinematic introduction is deeply eerie in its shadowy manifestation, drawing in the eager listener with intense anticipation. "We Stand United" emerges with a fury of guitar-driven riffs and a menacing marching rhythm. ELEINE's iconic atmospheric arrangement strikes intently with Madeleine Liljestam's enthralling charismatic vocals accompanied with fierce harsh growls from Rikard Ekberg. The chorus lyric hook is certain to be one fans will be singing for a long time to come.

"Never Forget [Live at Masters of Rock 2024]" and "We Are Legion [Live at Masters of Rock 2024]" reveal the dynamicity and enticing allure of ELEINE's live performances. The proficiency of the band and love from the crowd provide a taste of the festival experience. We Stand United ends with the symphonic version of "Promise Of Apocalypse". Placing the orchestration center stage, this interpretation creates a truly spectacular cinematic display.

About ELEINE
ELEINE is a multifaceted, intense, epically empowering metal band from Sweden, founded in 2014 and led by vocalist Madeleine Liljestam and guitarist/growler Rikard Ekberg. Their discography includes four studio albums, two electric and even an acoustic EP, which showcase an exquisite balance of darkness with a cinematic and theatrical flair, that collide with the heavy power of influences from thrash, black and death metal. While studio album number five is in the works amidst a headline tour running across 2024-5, We Stand United will be released on September 5, 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music.

ELEINE are:
Madeleine Liljestam | vocals
Rikard Ekberg | guitars, vocals
Victor Jonasson | guitars

UK legacy duo FITZSIMON AND BROGAN (FaB) shares catchy 'Flowers at Her Door'

August 26, 2025

Back with remarkable power pop for now people, UK-based indie rock / power-pop duo Fitzsimon and Brogan (FaB) present their new single 'Flowers At Her Door', released through Booster Music WTPL France. Recorded at FaB Productions, this single was co-produced, mixed and mastered by Martin Smith (Electric Light Orchestra, Shakin' Stevens) at Garage Studios in London.

FaB is made up of songwriter Neil Fitzsimon and vocalist Bee Brogan, both members of the Sony-licensed band Pretty Blue Gun, who went on to form the London-based writing-production partnership FaB Productions. A well-honed songwriting and production team, the music and lyrics for 'Flowers at Her Door' are written by Fitzsimon, with Brogan handling vocals, keyboards, drums and engineering.

"'Flowers At Her Door' was inspired by the Ridley Scott film "The Duellists", which depicts the Napoleonic wars and that particular film portrayed decadence, glamour and cruelty in equal measure," says Neil Fitzsimon.

"We’re trying to achieve the standard of the songwriting of the 1960s/1970s for a modern-day audience. My style of writing is old-school, with namely a guitar and a blank page. I give myself 45 minutes to work on a new song and if nothing comes, I’ll put the guitar down and go back to it the following day. It’s amazing how things that seemed insurmountable can then become vividly clear 24 hours later."

This new single follows FaB's latest album 'This Wicked Pantomime', which was co-produced by Pat Collier (Katrina and the Waves, Primal Scream, Maximo Park) at Perry Vale Studios, London and involved dummer Woody Woodmansey (David Bowie Spider's from Mars), as well as Elvis Costello drummer Pete Thomas.

Prior to that, FaB released four well-received albums, including 'Venus in Reverse' (2011), 'His Latest Squeeze' (2015), 'Big Blue World' (2018) and 'The Girl Who Shouted Love at the Heart of the World' (2019), which involved members of The Art of Noise, Eric Clapton bass player Dave Bronze, Moody Blues' Tobias Boshell and Pip Williams (Walker Brothers).

Having toured nationally across the UK and with song placements in Film and TV, they also wrote the musical 'Jack Dagger', which was showcased at the Greenwich Theatre, London for the Musical Futures Award, and also at the Bridewell and the Royal College of Music in London. With chart success in France, Belgium, and South Africa—and a song featured in a U.S. sci-fi film—the band is making waves on every front.

A studio act in the vein of Talk Talk or Tin Tin Out, Fitzsimon and Brogan cleverly blends elements of classic 60s and 70s pop-rock with a modern, energetic and uplifting feel. Fun and charismatic, FaB offers a refreshing alternative to mainstream pop.

As of August 27, 'Flowers at Her Door' is available from fine music platforms, including Apple Music and Spotify.

Amorphis - Borderland - Reigning Phoenix Music OUT 26 September 2025

August 26, 2025

A groundbreaking and genre-defying heavy metal band, still featuring its original lineup (with a few exceptionally talented additions) and only growing stronger with time? It might sound like a fairytale — until you glance toward Finland. There you’ll find AMORPHIS.

Since forming in Helsinki in 1990, the Finnish sextet has fearlessly explored musical frontiers — from raw death metal roots to melodic, progressive and folk-tinged heavy rock, and far beyond. At every turn, Amorphis has expanded musical and lyrical boundaries without compromising their artistic identity.

Now, after an unrelenting 35-year journey, AMORPHIS — guitarists Esa Holopainen and Tomi Koivusaari, vocalist Tomi Joutsen, keyboardist Santeri Kallio, bassist Olli-Pekka Laine, and drummer Jan Rechberger — stands on the cusp of a compelling new chapter: welcome to the captivating realm of Borderland.

AMORPHIS' fifteenth studio album marks both a continuation and a reinvention of the band’s legacy. With acclaimed Danish producer Jacob Hansen (VOLBEAT, ARCH ENEMY, AMARANTHE) at the helm for the first time and a revitalized creative spark within the group, Borderland sees AMORPHIS fully embracing their melodic sensibilities while venturing into fresh, uncharted sonic landscapes.

On the opposite end, "Bones" delivers punishing riffs, eastern-tinged melodies, and hard-hitting rhythms.

“As a keyboardist, I wanted to prove I could write a heavy, riff-based Amorphis song,”Kallio says. “And to everyone’s surprise, "Bones" ended up being the heaviest track on the album.”

And the journey continues. The album’s first single, "Light and Shadow", was crafted with complete creative freedom — unrestricted from constraints or expectations."

Downswing Sign to MNRK, Announce "And Everything Was Dark" Out 10/24, Share "For What It's Worth"

August 26, 2025

Darkness isn't merely a theme for Downswing — it's the environment they've learned to endure.

The Albany, New York outfit cultivates a heavy atmosphere and melodic depth, stripping away emotional armor and calloused defenses to reveal something raw and defiantly honest. The band’s new album, And Everything Was Dark, serves as both a mission statement and a bold leap forward.

It arrives October 24 via MNRK, the band's new label home. Pre-order it here.

The band shares the video for first single "For What It's Worth" (Feat. Travis Moseley of Colorblind). Watch it below.

The song is a bleak outburst of betrayal, confusion, and emotional fallout.

"As a collective going into the studio, we knew that 'For What It's Worth' was a heavy favorite," says vocalist Harrison Seanor. "Right from the opening riff, it just has that energy, that drive. It's hard not to bang your head."

Since 2016, Downswing have steadily evolved into a powerhouse of modern metal and groove. The group's current incarnation emphasizes big choruses, bigger breakdowns, atmosphere, and emotion. "This is the first time it feels like we're doing exactly what we want,” says Seanor, who joined the band in 2020. "We're not chasing any specific trend or scene. We’re Downswing."

Downswing are comprised of Seanor, guitarist Anthony Salvaggio, bassist Chris Arnold, and drummer Nick Manzella. Created with a focus on clarity and impact, And Everything Was Dark builds on the sonic foundation of their earlier work while boldly venturing into new territory. Gargantuan riffs and breakdowns intertwine with massive hooks, textures, and lyrics that resonate deeper than ever before. Downswing formed in 2018 and quickly made waves with their unique blend of metallic hardcore aggression and groove-driven heaviness. Early releases, such as the Dark Side of the Mind EP (2017) and Good Intentions (2020), cultivated a dedicated following in the underground and earned the band a reputation for high intensity. In a glowing 9/10 review, New Transcendence said 2022's New Lows EP "packs a hefty punch" and "a stellar appetizer to whatever is up next in the band's bright future." The Let This Life Devour You EP arrived in 2024.

Downswing are touring this September, opening for He Is Legend, who are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their Suck Out the Poison album. All dates are below.

DOWNSWING ON TOUR:
WITH HE IS LEGEND, EYES SET TO KILL, + TEETH:
9/12 — Brooklyn, NY — The Meadows
9/13 —Lowell, MA — Tafetta
9/14 — Hamden, CT — Space Ballroom
9/16 — Philadelphia, PA — Johnny Brenda’s
9/17 — Albany, NY — Empire Underground
9/18 — Buffalo, NY — Rec Room
9/19 — Pittsburgh, PA — Preserving Underground
9/20 — Detroit, MI — The Sanctuary
9/21 — Cudahy, WI — X-Ray Arcade
9/23 — Joliet, IL — The Forge
9/24 — Covington, KY — Madison Theater
9/25 — Asheville, NC — Eulogy
9/26 —Raleigh, NC — Chapel Of Bones
*No Teeth

DOWNSWING ARE:
Harrison Seanor — Vocals
Anthony Salvaggio — Guitar
Chris Arnold — Bass
Nick Manzella — Drums