New Heavy Music From Plume — LISTEN + WATCH

With their brand new album Saferooms & Healing Frequencies, PLUME step fully into a world of their own. Blurring the boundaries between modern metal, hyper-pop, alternative rock, and electronic music, the band delivers a record that feels as emotionally exposed as it is sonically ambitious. Glittering electronics collide with crushing guitars, fractured rhythms and huge melodies, creating a sound that constantly shifts between vulnerability and impact.

At the heart of Saferooms & Healing Frequencies lies the search for safety in a world that rarely stands still. Across the album, PLUME explore anxiety, emotional overload, pain, and the need to find somewhere to breathe, process and heal. Rather than separating heaviness from beauty, the band allow both to exist side-by-side, turning moments of fragility into explosive releases and intimate thoughts into towering choruses.

Arriving alongside the album, "Frankincense" captures that contrast perfectly. Airy, melodic cleans drift through glitching electronics before sharp screams and crushing guitars tear through the atmosphere. Moving between quiet vulnerability and full-force intensity, the track deals with processing pain and searching for a safe place to finally put it down. In many ways, "Frankincense" serves as a perfect gateway into the album, showcasing PLUME at both their most intimate and their most intense.

That constant tension is essential to PLUME. Their songs are built as multilayered sonic sculptures, distorted and driven by synthesizers, unpredictable rhythms and an urge to push beyond conventional genre boundaries. Pop remains at the core, but comfort and predictability rarely do.
The same uncompromising approach extends far beyond the music. PLUME have developed a distinctive visual universe in which glam rock-inspired styling meets a contemporary digital aesthetic. Describing themselves as a "New Generation of Rockstars," the band treats every element as part of the same creative vision. Their live performances follow that philosophy, transforming concerts into relentless, atmospheric and meticulously constructed experiences where music, movement and aesthetics become one.

With their creative ideas, explosive live presence and unmistakable aesthetic, PLUME are rapidly establishing themselves as one of the most exciting rising names in the modern heavy scene. Rather than simply revisiting the language of rock music, they pull it apart and rebuild it through the lens of a generation raised equally on heavy guitars, digital culture and pop.

Saferooms & Healing Frequencies is the clearest expression of that identity yet: Bold, vulnerable, chaotic and deeply melodic. It is a record about finding shelter without hiding from what hurts, and about turning those emotions into something loud enough to be shared. PLUME are not interested in becoming an echo of what rock once was. They are shaping what it could become next.

New Heavy Music From Banks Arcade — LISTEN + WATCH

Banks Arcade unleash their new album SECOND PLACE SUPERSTAR, a bold and emotionally charged statement from a band that has never been interested in fitting neatly into one genre. Blurring the boundaries between modern metal, alternative electronic music and hip-hop, the record captures Banks Arcade at their most ambitious, unpredictable and personal yet.

Built on contrast, SECOND PLACE SUPERSTAR moves effortlessly between crushing heaviness, infectious melodies, electronic experimentation and moments of striking vulnerability. Rather than settling into a single sound, Banks Arcade use the album to push their identity further, bringing together the raw physicality of metal with the maximalist energy of contemporary alternative music. It is an approach deeply rooted in the band’s history, drawing inspiration from underground electronic artists, modern hip hop and classic metalcore while constantly searching for something unmistakably their own.

Arriving alongside the album is "Last Time," a track that perfectly captures its more vulnerable and melodic side. Trading sheer aggression for emotional weight, the song explores the desperate final moments of a relationship that already feels like it is slipping away. Love, regret, and self-sabotage collide with the hope that maybe this time things could end differently.

Brooding production gives way to soaring, confessional hooks as the lyrics turn heartbreak into something visceral. Images of spilling blood like red wine, stitching a broken heart back together and being pushed to the point of flatlining underline the song’s tension between devotion and destruction. At its core, "Last Time" is about wanting to become enough for someone while knowing that your own patterns may ultimately drive them away. That push and pull between hope and resignation makes it a powerful representation of the emotional world surrounding SECOND PLACE SUPERSTAR.

That sense of reinvention has defined Banks Arcade from the beginning. Forged through the partnership of two best friends whose backgrounds stretch from jazz degrees to professional MMA fighting, the band emerged from New Zealand through constant relocation, struggle and an uncompromising drive to create something different. Those experiences became the foundation for a musical identity built around evolution rather than convention.

In recent years, Banks Arcade have transformed from New Zealand underdogs into an internationally established name in modern heavy music. The band have sold out headline shows across the Southern Hemisphere, taken their uncompromising live show to international stages including Download Festival, and shared stages with the likes of The Plot In You, Northlane, and Thornhill.

With SECOND PLACE SUPERSTAR, Banks Arcade continue exactly what has driven them from the start: dismantling expectations of what a modern heavy band should sound like. Heavy without being confined by heaviness, melodic without sacrificing intensity and experimental without losing its emotional core, the album brings together the many sides of Banks Arcade into their most expansive statement yet.

SECOND PLACE SUPERSTAR is out now via Arising Empire
 
BANKS ARCADE ON TOUR:


10/9 — Marrickville, AUS — From Ashes To New
10/11 — Melbourne, AUS — From Ashes To New
10/13 — Adelaide, AUS — From Ashes To New
10/15 — Newstead, AUS — From Ashes To New
1/17 — Sydney, AUS — Hellbound 2027

Rising Singer/Songwriter Kinsley Unveils Debut EP Learn To Live

Long before she began writing songs, MCA artist and Sony Music Nashville writer Kinsley turned to poetry as a way to process her feelings, experiences and the world around her. That love found its way into songwriting, where she discovered a place to tell stories with the honesty and emotion that have become central to her artistry. The 22-year-old singer/songwriter unveils her debut EP Learn To Live, available now via MCA.
 
“I hope people hear these songs and feel like they can find a piece of their own story in them,” shares Kinsley. “I’ve been in places where I didn’t have the words for what I was feeling, and music gave me somewhere to put all of that. I want to make music that gives people a place to feel seen, understood and a little less alone, the same way music has done that for me.”
 
Written with David DeVaul and Jack Hummel, Kinsley sets the tone for the project with “Pieces of Me,” a deeply personal introduction to her songwriting and the questions of identity that run through the project, set against an increasingly expansive production.
 
On “Someone Prayed For Me” and “Waiting Room,” she delves into darker territory, pulling from personal experiences and the stories of those around her to examine moments of struggle, uncertainty and the search for something to hold onto.
 
Featuring critically-acclaimed songstress Caitlyn Smith, who also serves as a co-writer on the track, “Cold July” reflects on the aftermath of a relationship that unraveled in spite of promises that seemed certain.
 
“Collaborating with Caitlyn Smith challenged me,” Kinsley reveals. “She pushed me both vocally and lyrically, and I am forever grateful and honored to have her on this song. She truly brings this track to life.”
 
“Whiplash” taps into Kinsley’s lifelong love of rock music, while title track “Learn To Live (Louder)” closes out the project. As the first original song she posted, "Learn To Live” resonated with people both online and at writers rounds, marking the beginning of the path that led to this collection and one of the first milestones in her evolution as an artist.

About Kinsley
MCA singer-songwriter Kinsley creates music rooted in honesty, healing, and human connection. With her debut six-song EP Learn To Live, available now, the 22-year-old blends vivid storytelling, poetic lyricism, and raw, soulful vocals to establish herself as a songwriter with a clear voice and perspective. Having grown up across California, Texas and Tennessee, the Nashville-based artist writes the kinds of songs that make listeners feel seen and understood. An “old soul” with a lifelong passion for poetry and songwriting, Kinsley approaches music as both emotional refuge and personal expression — creating deeply human songs that live at the intersection of vulnerability and healing. Online at officialkinsleymusic.com.

Photo Credit: Hannah Gray Hall

SICKSENSE Release New EP Funerals, Alongside Official Music Video For "Seller's Remorse"

Reinvigorated and reinvented, modern metal act SICKSENSE return with the new EP release Funerals. Comprised of a ferocious collection of tracks that demonstrate a fresh sonic direction, SICKSENSE present a nu-metalcore dynamic with hints of melodic prog and djent. Alongside the arrive of Funeralsis a new official music video for the aggressive and unapologetic "Seller's Remorse."
 

"'Seller's Remorse' calls out hypocritical backstabbers." The band explain.

"Without giving away any spoilers, we had a fun day of laughs out in the sun filming the music video for this one!

The lyrics take a dig at the ones who are too lazy to build up anything meaningful themselves. So they decide to tear down harder working people instead, as a cope for their own shortcomings.

Sicksense is never shy to tell it like it is through sarcasm and blunt honesty."

 


Order Funerals HERE: http://funerals.sicksense.com/

Watch "Seller's Remorse" Below:

Nu-metalcore quintet SICKSENSE are preparing to bring Funerals to live stages across North America beginning this November. With eight headline dates in the Midwest and Eastern Canada, SICKSENSE will also be appearing as support for MUSHROOMHEAD & FEAR FACTORY, HEAL THE HURT, PRIMER 55, 40 BELOW SUMMER and EYES SET TO KILL. 

Tour Dates:

NOV 05 — DAVENPORT, IA @ REDSTONE ROOM
[COMING SOON]
NOV 08 — TOLEDO, OH @ FRANKIE’S
NOV 09 — CHICAGO, IL @ THE WC SOCIAL CLUB
NOV 10 — SAUGET, IL @ POP’S ^
NOV 11 — NASHVILLE, TN @ THE BASEMENT EAST ^
NOV 12 — GREENVILLE, SC @ THE RADIO ROOM +
NOV 13 — RALEIGH, NC @ CHAPEL OF BONES #
NOV 15 — RICHMOND, VA @ THE CANAL CLUB #
NOV 17 — HAMDEN, CT @ SPACE BALLROOM #
NOV 18 — QUEBEC CITY, QC @ L’ANTI BAR & SPECTACLES
NOV 19 — MONTREAL, QC @ PIRANHA BAR
NOV 20 — OTTAWA, ON @ DOMINION TAVERN
NOV 21 — MILLERSVILLE, PA @ PHANTOM POWER ~#
NOV 22 — LAKEWOOD, OH @ THE FOUNDRY
NOV 24 — LINCOLN, NE @ BOURBON THEATRE
DEC 03 — LUBBOCK, TX @ JAKE’S BACKROOM *
DEC 04 — AUSTIN, TX @ COME AND TAKE IT LIVE *
DEC 05 — HOUSTON, TX @ SCOUT BAR *
DEC 06 — DALLAS, TX @ THREE LINKS DEEP ELLUM *
DEC 08 — DENVER, CO @ HQ *
DEC 11 — SEATTLE, WA @ EL CORAZON *
DEC 12 — PORTLAND, OR @ HAWTHORNE THEATRE *
DEC 13 — BOISE, ID @ SHRINE SOCIAL CLUB *
DEC 15 — LAS VEGAS, NV @ GREY WITCH *
DEC 16 — WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA @ WHISKY A GO GO *
DEC 17 — ANAHEIM, CA @ HOUSE OF BLUES (THE PARISH) *
DEC 18 — TUCSON, AZ @ THE ROCK *
DEC 19 — PHOENIX, AZ @ CRESCENT BALLROOM *

SUPPORTING:
^ MUSHROOMHEAD & FEAR FACTORY
+ HEAL THE HURT
# PRIMER 55
~ 40 BELOW SUMMER
* EYES SET TO KILL

Purchase tickets HERE: https://sicksense.com/pages/tour-dates

At their core, SICKSENSE represent resilience, individuality, and fearless self-expression. Whether through brutally honest lyrics, high-energy live performances, or their hands-on approach to every aspect of the band’s creative vision, SICKSENSE continue to prove that heavy music has no boundaries when authenticity leads the way.

SICKSENSE is:

  • Vicky Psarakis — vocals, lyrics, keys

  • Robby J. Fonts — vocals, lyrics

  • Jackson Snowden — guitars

  • Richard Regier — bass, violin

  • Sam Neumann — drums

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PAUL LAINE Releases New Album 'The Long Road Back' — Out Now via Frontiers Music Srl

Today, renowned Canadian singer PAUL LAINE proudly releases his new studio album, ‘The Long Road Back,’ out now via Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate, the new track “Someday,” along with an official video, is available now.

 

Laine comments:

“With the music video for ‘Someday,’ the producer and I wanted to create something that celebrates the many beautiful forms of love that connect us as human beings. From the unconditional love we share with family and friends, to the bond we have with our animals, and the simple acts of kindness, compassion, and connection we show one another every day, the video is a reminder that love is all around us. In a world that can sometimes feel divided, ‘Someday’ is my small contribution to the idea that love, in all its forms, is what ultimately brings us together.”

Watch the Official Video for "Someday" Below

A masterclass in melodic rock, PAUL LAINE’s new album delivers soaring hooks, heartfelt ballads, and arena-ready anthems that traverse the full spectrum of the genre. From the driving energy of “Love Me Or Leave Me” to the intimate vulnerability of “Someday” (co-written with Andrew Oye), every track is meticulously crafted, showcasing LAINE’s signature vocal power and melodic sensibility. “Don’t Let Me Go Tonite” comes alive with a striking video that complements its infectious energy.

 

LAINE states:

 

“Ever since I released my first solo album, I've wondered when I'd finally have the chance to make a follow-up. Life - and music - have a way of taking you places you never expect. Looking back, every chapter of my career has led me down a different road, and each one has shaped me as both a songwriter and a person.”

 

“I've been incredibly fortunate to make records with Danger Danger, Darkhorse, The Defiants, Shugaazer, and Jetset Junkies. Every one of those experiences taught me something and gave me memories I'll always carry with me. But somewhere in the back of my mind, I always knew the road would eventually lead me home - to where it all started. Just a kid with a guitar, trying to make sense of love, life, loss, hope, and everything in between through songs,” he added.

 

"‘The Long Road Back’ is exactly that. It's a musical journey back to my roots, but it's also a reflection of every mile I've travelled to get here. Every song carries a piece of the life I've lived, the people I've met, and the lessons I've learned along the way. In many ways, this record feels like coming full circle. After all these years, I'm grateful to finally share this chapter with everyone who's been waiting for it. I hope these songs find a place in your story, just as they've become part of mine,” LAINE concluded.

 

Joining LAINE in the studio are longtime collaborators Bruno Ravel (his bandmate in The Defiants and also in Danger Danger - bass, producer), Scotty “Hooch” Taylor (drums), and Andrew Oye (lead guitar), with production handled by LAINE and Ravel. The album features standout singles like “Love Me Or Leave Me,” the video-driven “Don’t Let Me Go Tonite,” and the heartfelt “Someday.”

 

Musically, the record touches every corner of melodic rock. Yet, the songs sound like they’re coming from the classic era when Bon Jovi dominated the airwaves - both in LAINE’s soaring vocals and in the anthemic, hook-laden songwriting. This is an album for fans who crave big choruses, passionate performances, and the kind of timeless melodic rock that only PAUL LAINE can deliver.

Order 'The Long Road Back' HERE

Line Up:

Paul Laine

Bruno Ravel

Scotty “Hooch” Taylor

Andrew Oye

Corey Kent's Highly Anticipated HEARTLAND ROCK AND ROLL Available Now

Multi-Platinum Sony Music Nashville recording artist Corey Kent releases his highly anticipated third major-label album, Heartland Rock and Roll, available everywhere today. The 16-track collection, which Entertainment Focus noted “doesn’t just feel like another release; it feels like a statement of identity,” captures the Oklahoma native’s signature blend of country, rock and soul while putting a name to the sound he has spent his career building. Listen to Heartland Rock and Roll  Below. 

Originally slated as a 15-track album, Heartland Rock and Roll grew at the last minute with the addition of the sultry “Don’t Stop Now,” written by Kent with Austin Goodloe, Lydia Vaughan and Joybeth Taylor. After Kent teased the song for fans, the response was immediate, convincing him the track needed to make the final album.

“My new song ‘Don’t Stop Now’ has gotta be the sexiest song I’ve ever written,” shares Kent. “It’s a new lane for me but I had so much fun writing and recording this one because it has so much soul and vibe to it. It almost feels like a Continuum-era John Mayer song, if John Mayer had a Southern accent. Early on I was influenced a lot by soul and R&B music and it’s been really fun to explore how I can incorporate that in my own sound.”

The song finds Kent exploring a more sensual side of his songwriting, painting an intimate scene, “We’re already halfway down the hall / Knocked a couple pictures off the wall,” before building into its soulful chorus:

Produced primarily by Austin Goodloe, with additional production from Jon Randall and Chris Farren, Heartland Rock and Roll spans 16 tracks that blend golden-hour nostalgia, rugged honesty, hard-earned perspective and the peace that comes with staying true to yourself. The album features previously released tracks including “Everyday Life,” “Rocky Mountain Low” featuring Koe Wetzel which Billboard called “an unyielding, rock-fueled anthem,” “Wannabe,” “Cigarette Burns,” “Rather Be Here” featuring Jason Aldean and current single “Empty Words,” which is Top 25 and climbing at country radio, logging almost 5 million streams per week.

“Heartland Rock and Roll is my third major label album, and it’s really the first time I’ve been able to finally name the sound I’ve been working towards my entire career,” said Kent. “The lyrics span from nostalgia, to honest regrets and gratitude for the simple things I value most in life. From top to bottom, this is me. Every artist wants to leave their mark in music... a way to say, ‘I was here and I did it my way.’ This feels like mine. This is heartland rock and roll.”

The album’s release follows a year of momentum for Kent, who has continued to build his profile on stages across the country while preparing for his biggest headline tour to date. Earlier this month, Kent announced his 2027 Heartland Rock and Roll Tour, a 20+ date cross-country trek kicking off Jan. 22 at Billy Bob’s Texas in Fort Worth and making stops in Houston, Detroit, Columbus, Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Boston and more before culminating April 30 with Kent’s headline debut at Nashville’s famed Ryman Auditorium. Tyler Nance and Jacob Hackworth will join as support throughout the tour. Tickets are available at coreykentofficial.com.

“This year I’ve played all over the world and opened up for some of my favorite artists,” shared Kent. “But now it feels like it’s time for a headline tour right here in the heartland…the Heartland Rock and Roll Tour! I’ve reimagined everything on this tour making this show unlike anything we’ve ever done. I hand picked some of my favorite venues in the country and it’s almost time!”

Infusing Oklahoma roots with the untamed energy of a rebel rocker, Kent has built his career on doing things his own way. From dancehalls and dive bars in Bixby, Oklahoma, to earning two No. 1 singles at country radio, more than 1 billion career streams and multiple RIAA certifications, Kent’s rise has been steady, hard-earned and fueled by conviction.

“I’ve been fighting my differences for so long, but now it’s like, ‘Let’s just use those,’” Kent explains. “I’m not trying to be anybody else. Bigger fades, ‘better’ lasts.”

To date, Kent has earned Platinum certification for “Something’s Gonna Kill Me,” Gold certification for “This Heart” and Triple-Platinum certification for his No. 1 breakthrough hit “Wild As Her.” Rolling Stone has praised the Oklahoman native for giving “the region’s signature sound a shot of mainstream sensibility,” while CMT and the Opry NextStage program have recognized him as an artist to watch. He has toured alongside Morgan Wallen, Jason Aldean, Parker McCollum, Jon Pardi and Koe Wetzel.

COREY KENT’S 2027 HEARTLAND ROCK AND ROLL TOUR

*Jan. 22 – Billy Bob’s Texas – Main Stage – Fort Worth, TX
*Jan. 23 – House of Blues – Houston, TX
*Jan. 28 – Majestic Theatre – Detroit, MI
*Jan. 29 – The Bluestone – Columbus, OH
*Jan. 30 – Dusty Armadillo – Rootstown, OH
*Feb. 4 – Wooly’s – Des Moines, IA
*Feb. 5 – Varsity Theater – Minneapolis, MN
*Feb. 6 – Bourbon Theatre – Lincoln, NE
*Feb. 18 – Buckhead Theatre – Atlanta, GA
*Feb. 19 – The Foundry – Greenville, SC
*Feb. 20 – Charleston Music Hall – Charleston, SC
*Feb. 25 – The Signal – Chattanooga, TN
*Feb. 26 – Coyote Joe’s – Charlotte, NC
*Feb. 27 – The Senate – Columbia, SC
*Mar. 11 – Stage AE – Pittsburgh, PA
*Mar. 12 – The Fillmore Silver Spring – Silver Spring, MD
*Mar. 13 – The Paramount – Huntington, NY
^Mar. 18 – Toad’s Place – New Haven, CT
^Mar. 19 – Aura – Portland, ME
^Mar. 20 – House of Blues – Boston, MA
*Apr. 30 – Ryman Auditorium – Nashville, TN
*Tyler Nance
^Jacob Hackworth

For the latest news and information about Corey Kent, visit coreykentofficial.com.

CHAYCE BECKHAM RELEASES NEW EP OLD FASHIONED

Chayce Beckham releases his new EP, Old Fashioned, today. The five-song project contains the previously released songs, “Dirt Floor” and “Take Me Home” and three more original tracks co-written by Beckham and produced by Bart Butler. Fans can listen below.

“When I set out to start writing for this project I really wanted to keep it as raw and real as I possibly could,” says Beckham. “My love for the sound of country music from the 70’s still just lights me up and my goal was to approach these songs with that in mind but with a freshness that still plays into what is happening today. I write from a place of truth and from moments I have either lived or witnessed. I love where we landed on these songs and I am grateful to play them on stage each night.”   

Beckham is on tour this fall. Buy tickets HERE.


10/3 Glendale, AZ
10/8  West Dundee, IL
10/9 Paxton, IL
10/10 Petersburg, IN
10/16 Birmingham, AL
10/17 Kennesaw, GA
10/22 Greensboro, NC
10/23 Newberry, SC
11/6 Denver, CO
11/7 Colorado Springs, CO
11/19 Fort Worth, TX
11/20 Buda, TX
11/21 Coupland, TX
12/5 Rootstown, OH

Photo Credit: Nate Griffin

About Chayce Beckham:
Rising country star Chayce Beckham won American Idol singing his own songs and was the first to win singing an original song. Beckham is continuing to write his own music and chart his own path as a country artist, scoring his first #1 at country radio with the platinum hit single “23.” A California native schooled on tough times and a mix of country, rock, hip hop and beyond, the fiery songwriter with his own creative compass started a habit of heart-on-his-sleeve lyricism after a hard season of life left him feeling empty. Yet, his warm rough rasp and steadfast drive charmed the nation on Idol's 19th season. With more than 1.2 billion global on-demand streams and counting, the bluesy and brutally honest anthem “23” debuted at #1 on both iTunes All Genre and Country singles charts, and led to his first album, Bad for Me. Earning next-big-thing and artist to watch predictions from the Grand Ole Opry, CMT, Amazon Music, MusicRow and more,  Beckham is touring and sharing new music including the previously released “Dirt Floor,” a neo western sounding summer love song, and “Take Me Home” in addition to “Ain’t Lying To Myself,” all of which are out now on his new EP Old Fashioned.

SILVER SANDS MARINA ARRIVES With A Gone-In-Seconds Surprise Pinnacle Show Tonight Broadcast LIVE on No Shoes Radio at 8:30 PM Eastern

So much about Silver Sands Marina has been unorthodox. Starting with the time spent making it, the re-recording and recasting of “Carry On,” the landmark debut single, and three late tracks that inspired an 11-cut project in an age of more-is-more. For the East Tennessee songwriter-superstar, Silver Sands Marinabecame an album, not just of his great, often genre-defining songs, but a collection that holds together at the heart.
 
Today, with a sold-out-in-seconds surprise Pinnacle Show to celebrate, Silver Sands Marina arrives.
 
Again co-produced with legendary Buddy Cannon, the project delivers a sense of arrival, places and the smallest moments that define a life. Whether recognizing one’s reason on the opening “Burn My Boat,” the vulnerable spark knowing it’s over of “It Just Got Weird,” featuring Megan Moroney, the joyous heartbreak of “Goldfish” with Hawaiian alternative singer-songwriter Lily Meola or the swagger-forward homage to smalltown gossip “Talkin’ Dirt,” Chesney creates a core sample of what engaging with the world truly is.
 
“Having had the time to cut so many really great songs, but also listen to them, think about how they fit together,” Chesney offers, “the songs were also able to talk to each other. They showed me, Buddy, some of the people near me what they wanted to say in a larger way… And when ‘Silver Sands Marina’ captured that one perfect moment two share together with no distractions, everything fell into place.
 
“That’s the thing about music: the more you listen, the more it will tell you about life. Whether it’s how to get through it, laugh it off, make it more or recognize what’s so rare and special, it’s all there if you’ll slow down and listen. When we did, well, you can hear it in these 11 songs.”
 
With “CBS Mornings” anchor Gayle King raving, “[it] evokes memories, perfectly paints a special place and really celebrates life, the Associated Press writing, “He's one of the most consistent giants in country music for a reason. Kenny Chesney will release his 21st studio album –  you read that correctly –  today, titled ‘Silver Sands Marina.’ It's full-throated stadium country, with big hooks and bigger heart. You know, like all the great Chesney records,” and Billboard citing the album, “placing a premium on top-shelf songwriting that balances lyrical wit and emotional resonance… Linking each of the songs is Chesney’s warm, conversational vocal approach that makes each song feel even more lived-in and credible,” the early response is strong.

Even stronger is the gone-in-seconds response to tonight’s pop-up show at the Pinnacle, which will be broadcast live on No Shoes Radio (SiriusXM 59) at 8:30 p.m. ET. The immediacy and sense of community around Silver Sands Marina has really touched the 2025 Country Music Hall of Fame inductee. Drawing on a lifetime of songwriters, living, learning and laughter, Chesney’s first release for HEY NOW Records has manifested not just a history-making single that offers the philosophical compass, “if it feels good do it, if it doesn’t then don’t…,” its second single proffers a powerful perspective-shifter from jagged ending to owning all the thrills, euphoria and awesome that makes love great via “Remember Me That Way.”
 
“No Shoes Nation has always been a passionate, all-in kind of place. They work hard, play hard, love hard – and music moves through all of it. We’ve got songs here that are very fun, real, and honest; but they’re also things they’re not expecting, because I know I’d never heard songs like some of these before, either.
 
“That’s why we wanted to go play them live, and not wait for Tampa. Everyone in the band agreed, this is music that needs people to come fully alive, so I’m fired up to be playing Pinnacle tonight – and for anyone who couldn’t get tickets, you can be there with us on No Shoes Radio. We all – Buddy, me, so many of us – make this music for everyone else to enjoy – and today finally the circle of Silver Sands Marina is complete.”
 
Kicking off the Silver Sands Marina anticipation with his appearance on the “TODAY” Citi Concert Series and a lively turn on “The View,” Chesney has been across all media for the last week. E Street Radio, Howard Stern’s Howard 100 and ESPN, as well as yesterday’s lively sitdown with “CBS Mornings” anchor Gayle King all culminate with tonight’s NBC “Nightly News” and their “Great Americans” profile.

Legendary Hard Rock Icons STRYPER Release New Album 'Throne of Thorns' — Out Now via Frontiers Music Srl

Today, legendary Christian metal pioneers STRYPER proudly release their 18th studio album, ‘Throne Of Thorns,’ out now via Frontiers Music Srl. Decades into their journey, STRYPER continues to reaffirm their status as one of the most influential and enduring bands in classic metal, seamlessly blending their signature message with a sound that remains as powerful and relevant as ever.

Celebrating the release, the band also unveil their new single, "Shadowbreaker," alongside an official visualizer, available below.

On the new track, Michael Sweet comments:

“'Shadowbreaker' is a full throttle banger and a great way to end the album. It represents our heavier side perfectly, and where we’re at as a band in 2026.”

Watch the Visualizer for "Shadowbreaker"

‘Throne of Thorns’ showcases the band at the height of their creative powers, delivering a masterclass in songwriting and musicianship. The album is packed with grand, meticulously crafted arrangements, where thunderous rhythms, soaring guitar harmonies, and anthemic choruses come together in a style that is unmistakably STRYPER. Each track is infused with both intensity and melody, capturing the essence of classic metal while pushing their sound forward with renewed energy and purpose.

At the forefront stands the unmistakable voice of Michael Sweet, whose passionate, powerful, and instantly recognizable delivery continues to define the band’s identity. His vocal performance on ‘Throne of Thorns’ is nothing short of extraordinary, effortlessly moving between soaring highs and emotive depth, adding a timeless quality to every song.

Perry Richardson says:

"The best music doesn't come from comfort. It comes from living, struggling, growing, and refusing to quit. I hope these songs find you exactly when you need them."

With ‘Throne Of Thorns,’ STRYPER not only honors their legacy but expands upon it, offering an album that will resonate with longtime fans and newcomers alike. It’s a bold, inspired statement from a band that refuses to stand still—proof that true metal greatness only grows stronger with time.

Guitarist Oz Fox concludes:

"I’m really happy with the final outcome of this record and of the heart that went into it. Michael continues to pour everything he has into the music and the message; Robertbrings the power and energy that has always been the pulse of STRYPER; Perry’s musicianship, vocal talents, and dedication are second to none, and I’m grateful to be on this journey with all of them."

Order 'Throne of Thorns' HERE

Four decades and counting, STRYPER shows no signs of slowing down. The band will be back on the road starting this fall with a full U.S. For a full list of dates, see below.

STRYPER Live:

Sept 29th - Derry, NH @ Tupelo Music Hall

Sept 30th - Wantagh, NY @ Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall

Oct 1st - Newton, NJ @ The Newton Theatre

Oct 3rd - Harrisburg, PA @ XL Live

Oct 4th - Warrendale, PA @ Jergel’s Rhythm Grille

Oct 6th - Marion, IL @ Marion Cultural and Civic Center

October 8th - McHenry, IL @ The Vixen

Oct 9th - Wisconsin Dells, WI @ Crystal Grand Music Theatre

Oct 10th - Green Bay, WI @ EPIC Event Center

Oct 12th - St. Louis, MO @ The Hawthorn

Oct 13th - Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s

Oct 15th - Nashville, TN @ The Cannery Mainstage

Oct 16th - Newton, NC @ Newton Performing Arts Center

Oct 17th - Kingsport, TN @ MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center

Oct 19th - Jacksonville, FL @ FIVE

Oct 20th - Orlando, FL @ House of Blues

Oct 22nd - Atlanta, GA @ Center Stage

Oct 23rd - Liberty, SC @ Pickens County PAC

Oct 24th - Hopewell, VA @ Beacon Theatre

Oct 25th - Stroudsburg, PA @ Sherman Theater

Dec 5th - San Juan, PR @ Coca-Cola Music Hall

STRYPER are:

Michael Sweet - Lead Vocals/Lead & Rhythm Guitar

Robert Sweet - Drums & Percussion

Oz Fox - Vocals/Lead and Rhythm Guitar

Perry Richardson - Vocals/Bass

Shock Rock Legends GWAR Premiere HD Version of the "School's Out" Music Video

With GWAR’s 20th anniversary celebration of their 2006 opus ‘Beyond Hell’ arriving this Friday, September 25th, the band are premiering the HD version of their “School’s Out”music video, a cover of the Alice Cooper classic. The newly remastered deluxe edition, available for the first time ever on vinyl via the band’s own Pit Records, is now completely sold out through the GWAR store.

Remastered by Paul Logus (Anthrax, Killswitch Engage), the anniversary edition breathes new life into one of the band's most ambitious and theatrical releases. Alongside the remastered album, the release also includes a previously unreleased outro track recorded during the original ‘Beyond Hell’ sessions that was left off the original release.

Check Out the HD Music Video for "Schools Out" (Remastered) Below:

Originally released in 2006, 'Beyond Hell' marked a defining moment in GWAR's legendary career. Produced by Devin Townsend, the album brought together two of metal's most unique creative forces, with Townsend helping shape one of the band's most ambitious and beloved releases.

"I had been a GWAR fan since I was a kid. I loved the freedom, the metal, the spectacle, and the passion that went into it all," recalls Townsend. "I met Brockie on a tour we did together and, after cornering him in an elevator basically telling him I'd work for free, I found myself co-producing 'Beyond Hell.' Dave and Corey came to Vancouver to stay with me, and we recorded at Profile Studios. The drums and basic tracks were done at Slave Pit in Richmond, Virginia, and the whole process took about three months."

He continues, "GWAR were, and are, an amazing combination of artistic freedom, absurdity, and hard work bundled up with metal and performance. Loved them then, love them now."

Chronicling the band's descent into Hell to rescue their long-lost comrade Flattus Maximus, 'Beyond Hell' remains one of GWAR's defining releases, featuring fan favorites including "Back in Crack," "Womb With a View," "Tormentor," and "The Ultimate Bohab."

Twenty years later, 'Beyond Hell' is ready to rise once again, louder, heavier, and more gloriously blasphemous than ever before.

GWAR Live:

09/23: Baton Rouge, LA @ Chelsea's Live *

* Supported by Weedeater and BRAT

The "Gor Gor Must Die!" Tour

10/27: Charlottesville, VA @ The Jefferson Theater *

10/28: Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Heaven) *

10/29: Jacksonville, FL @ FIVE *

10/30-11/03: Miami, FL @ The Headbangers Boat

11/04: Fort Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution *

11/05: Orlando, FL @ The Beacham *

11/06: Myrtle Beach, SC @ House of Blues *

11/07: Winston-Salem, NC @ The Ramkat *

11/08: Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl *

11/09: Little Rock, AR @ The Hall *

11/10: Dallas, TX @ AM/FM *

11/12: Denver, CO @ Ogden Theatre

11/13: Salt Lake City, UT @ Rockwell at The Complex

11/14: Las Vegas, NV @ Brooklyn Bowl

11/15: Reno, NV @ Cargo Concert Hall

11/17: Tempe, AZ @ The Marquee

11/18: Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues

11/19: Berkeley, CA @ The UC Theatre

11/20: Chico, CA @ Senator Theatre

11/21: Bend, OR @ Midtown Ballroom

11/23: Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo

11/24: Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory

11/25: Vancouver, BC @ Vogue Theatre

11/27: Edmonton, AB @ Midway Music Hall

11/28: Calgary, AB @ MacEwan Hall

11/30: Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre

12/02: Lincoln, NE @ Bourbon Theatre

12/03: Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave *

12/04: Pontiac, MI @ The Crofoot Ballroom *

12/05: Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues *

12/06: McKees Rocks, PA @ Roxian Theatre *

12/08: Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club *

12/09: Worcester, MA @ The Palladium *

12/10: New York, NY @ The Palladium Times Square *

12/11: Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore Philadelphia *

12/12: Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa *

* X-COPS Open

DROP DEAD, GORGEOUS Release "Daggers" EP

Drop Dead, Gorgeous have released their new EP, titled Daggers. Listen below.

"This EP feels like the next chapter of Drop Dead, Gorgeous," according to drummer Danny Cooper. "We wanted to push everything that makes our sound unique while exploring new territory: heavier when it needs to be, more dynamic when it calls for it, and more ambitious without losing the chaos and intensity that people know us for. It's a progression, not a reinvention."

Regarding the focus track "Feels Like Forever," singer Danny "Stills" Stillman calls attention to its impact, saying, "It is a deeply personal tribute to our former guitarist Kyle Browning, who passed away too soon. The song reflects on the pain of losing a close friend, the things left unsaid, memories of better times, and the difficult process of accepting a loss that never fully feels real. 'Feels Like Forever' captures the longing to have one more conversation, while confronting the struggle of letting go and finding closure. More than anything, the song is a remembrance of a friend, bandmate, and a chapter of life that will never be forgotten."

The band has booked several tour dates, including a stop at Warped Tour. All dates are below.

DROP DEAD, GORGEOUS LIVE:
10/4 — Sacramento, CA — Aftershock Festival
11/14–15 — Orlando, FL — Vans Warped Tour
12/12 — Denver, CO — Summit Music Hall —  InVogue 20-Year Anniversary Show (With Lower Definition + Jamie's Elsewhere)

DD,G emerged in the mid-2000s with an emotionally charged take on post-hardcore that helped define the era. As teenagers from Denver, their 2006 debut In Vogue became a landmark for Rise Records, blending synth-laced breakdowns, theatrical flair, and raw vulnerability. Follow-up albums like Worse Than a Fairy Tale and The Hot N' Heavy cemented their place in the scene, influencing a wave of bands that followed.

The tastemakers at VICE tipped the band as that which helped to "perfect a style of post-hardcore that other bands would model themselves after. Where other bands in the scene would regurgitate the same testosterone-tinged bro-rock, Drop Dead, Gorgeous made their mark by putting [emotional] vulnerability into song."

After a decade-long hiatus, core members Daniel "Stills" Stillman, Danny Cooper, and Jake Hansen returned in 2024 with a string of surprise shows and, in 2025, released their first new music in years with the single "Six Feet." The followup "Burn" continued that momentum. They closed out 2025 with "Sink Your Teeth."

2026 continues a run of renewed activity and excitement.

Greek Heavy Metal Newcomers THY LEGACY Unleash Debut Album via Nameless Graves Records

Greece is known as fertile ground for breeding some of the strongest and most legendary acts in metal. Newcomers THY LEGACY are no exception to this rule as they now break through the gates with an anthemic debut album that summons the spirits of heavy metal icons like Manowar, Eternal Champion, Omen, Battleroar + more. Forming an unholy union with independent label Nameless Graves, the Crete battalion is honored to follow in the footsteps of heavy metal's forefathers with 'The Call,' which was released on September 11, 2026 and can be found via Bandcamp HERE or at the official Nameless Graves shop HERE.

'The Call' is also now streaming everywhere!

Thy Legacy has devoted themselves to the absolute preservation of True Metal. Pulling heavy inspiration from the classic Greek and Italian epic metal legacy and the high-energy majesty of US Power Metal, The Call delivers everything a traditional purist craves.

The cover artwork for 'The Call' was created by Mars Triumph (from the band Triumpher) and can be found below.

Nameless Grave Records is proud to introduce the global metal underground to the soaring, ironclad sounds of Crete, Greece's Thy Legacy and their debut release, The Call.

Thy Legacy has devoted themselves to the absolute preservation of True Metal. Pulling heavy inspiration from the classic Greek and Italian epic metal legacy and the high-energy majesty of US Power Metal, The Call delivers everything a traditional purist craves.

The songwriting here leans into flawless, driving tempos, majestic guitar harmonies, and massive anthemic vocals that stick in your head immediately. From the breathless, high-octane riffing of the track "Metal Legion" to the raw energy you’ll hear throughout the album, The Call sounds like a long-lost relic of pure epic steel brought roaring into the present day.

If you live for the glorious, battle-ready firepower of Omen, Manowar, Eternal Champion, and Wrathblade, Thy Legacy is the exact shot of pure adrenaline you’ve been waiting for.

THY LEGACY Lineup:

Nikos Frantzeskakis - Bass

Babis Antaloudakis - Drums

A.D. Guillotine - Guitars (rhythm)

Jim Ritsopoulos - Vocals, Guitars

Album Credits:

Giannis Pratikakis - Recording (guitars, bass, drums)

Nikos Trialonis - Recording (vocals), Mixing

Bart Gabriel - Mastering

Links:

Bandcamp

E-Shop

Facebook

Instagram

Thy Legacy YouTube

Nameless Graves YouTube

Spotify

Apple Music

The Bites Release New Album + Have The Worst Day Ever In New Video For "Hold On"!

Los Angeles rock quartet, The Bites, have today released their long awaited, sophomore record, "The Bites" via Earache Records. Pulling grit from garage rock, energy from pop punk, and swagger from blues, the record finds The Bites looking back at how far they've come while barreling straight into what's next. Listen to the full record HERE.

Alongside today's album release, The Bites take us on a chaotic ride with a brand new video for standout track, "Hold On", chronicling one disastrous day where seemingly nothing goes right. The Bites also celebrated the release of their new record with a premiere of the music video for "Hold On" at Universal Studios Hollywood: Citywalk last night, giving fans the first look ahead of the official release. The band will also be performing at Universal Studios Hollywood: Citywalk as a part of their Halloween Horror Nights entertainment series on Saturday, October 24th. In the meantime, watch the new video for "Hold On" below.

The Bites have also just been announced as part of the upcoming video game Stage Tour's setlist - seeing “Do Me a Favor,” their fan-favorite track from debut album "Squeeze", appear alongside the likes of Metallica, Motley Crue and ZZ Top in the game.

Breaking down the chaos of a day-gone-wrong on "Hold On", The Bites share:

"We wanted the ‘Hold On’ video to take the idea of having a really bad day and push it to ridiculous extremes. Just about everything that could go wrong does, and we had a lot of fun with that. But underneath all the chaos, there's a real story about holding on to hope, even as it starts to slip away. The rose starts looking a little worse for wear as the day goes on, too. We took that same approach across this album, getting more honest and personal without losing the fun and energy that's always been part of The Bites. Sometimes you've just gotta laugh at how bad things get, pick yourself up, and keep going.”

On the sound and the story behind their sophomore album, The Bites share:

"We tried several other album titles, but none of them felt right. Squeeze captured a band that was still figuring itself out. By album two, we'd toured together, lived together, written together, and developed a much clearer understanding of who we were.

We got more honest with the lyrics, experimented with new sounds, and pushed ourselves further than ever before. Some songs are more personal, some are louder and more reckless, but they all feel like us.

The self-title wasn't about declaring we'd reached our final form. It was about finally understanding the foundation of the band well enough to put our name on it. The name feels earned, but we're nowhere near done. Now we get to see how far we can take it.”

The Bites first ignited this new era with "Aftertaste", a high-voltage comeback that hinted at what was to come on the new record. Hailed by Classic Rock (UK) as "zingy, catchy rock'n'roll with dirt on its boots and sunny pop rock harmonies fresh off the beach," the track took The Bites to new heights at radio, peaking at #32 on the Mediabase Activator and #33 on the SMR chart, and highlighted their ability to fuse road-worn edge with a breezy, West Coast melodic shine. Watch the official video for "Aftertaste" HERE.

Their debut record, "Squeeze", made an immediate impression, cracking the Top 40 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Airplay chart on the strength of its raw, high-energy rock and roll. Between extended worldwide runs including Sebastian Bach and 69 Eyes and their stretch in the Caribbean for the Monsters of Rock Cruise, their time spent away from home changed them in ways that couldn't help but surface throughout "The Bites".

What's new for The Bites is their willingness to let their walls down while writing about real experiences, wrestle with the state of the world, and trust that the honesty makes for the most powerful rock and roll that they've ever put to tape. The record doesn't abandon what made The Bites compelling across their debut release, it only sharpens it.

Recorded across multiple locations with producer Keith Armstrong (Green Day, Bon Jovi) at the helm, The Bites self-titled new release was partially tracked at the iconic East West Studioin Los Angeles, in the same room where Red Hot Chili Peppers cut some of their greatest work. For a band quickly on the rise, there's something fitting about The Bites laying down tracks in a space steeped in rock and roll history. Adding their own chapter to a legacy that runs deep in those walls, "The Bites" arrives as a record that honors that history while allowing The Bites to carve out a story of their own.

Check out the band’s pre-sale bundles and vinyl variants HERE and be sure to stay tuned for more news from The Bites coming very soon.

THE ETERNAL CELEBRATE RELEASE OF NEW STUDIO ALBUM OBSCURED HORIZONS WITH MUSIC VIDEO FOR "HARMONY BREAKS"

Australian/Finnish progressive dark metal masters THE ETERNAL celebrate the release of their new, critically-acclaimed studio album Obscured Horizons via Reigning Phoenix Music, further refining the band’s distinctive musical vision. Coinciding with the album’s arrival, the band has unveiled an official music video for "Harmony Breaks," a deeply introspective track that explores the fragile line between inner balance and fragmentation, reality and illusion.

Speaking about the song, Mark Kelson (guitars/vocals) comments:
"Harmony Breaks is about that internal fracture point, when the balance you’ve been holding onto finally gives way and you’re forced to confront truths you’ve been avoiding. It explores the tension between reality and illusion, where the mind becomes a space of conflict, shaped by past burdens and unresolved thoughts. The idea of chasing ghosts reflects being trapped in what’s already gone, while still searching for clarity or an ‘elusive cure’ that never quite arrives. Even as everything feels like it’s drifting and dissolving, there’s an underlying pull toward understanding, capturing what it means to exist in that fragile space between coherence and fragmentation."

Watch the official video for "Harmony Breaks" Below:

Following the widespread acclaim of their 2024 full-length Skinwalker and the evocative companion EP Celestial, THE ETERNAL return with Obscured Horizons today, an album that stands as both culmination and evolution.

Where Skinwalker was hailed for its emotional weight, cinematic scope and seamless fusion of melancholic atmosphere with crushing heaviness, and Celestial further expanded the band's sonic palette with its introspective depth and dynamic intensity, Obscured Horizons pushes even further into uncharted territory. The album refines THE ETERNAL's signature blend of doom-laden textures, progressive sophistication and haunting melodic resonance, while embracing a broader, more expansive sound that feels both intimate and monumental.

At its core, Obscured Horizons is an exploration of disillusionment, fractured identity and the struggle to reclaim clarity in a world saturated with distortion. The album moves through states of emotional collapse, liminal transition and existential unrest, confronting deception, both external and internal, before emerging into renewal and self-awareness. Rather than surrendering to decay, Obscured Horizons charts a defiant ascent, refusing numbness, rejecting illusion and ultimately reclaiming light from the shadows that threaten to eclipse it.

With Mark Kelson (vocals/guitars) and Richie Poate (guitars) in Melbourne, alongside Niclas Etelävuori (bass; ex-Amorphis/Flat Earth) and Jan Rechberger (drums; Amorphis) in Helsinki, THE ETERNAL remain a truly international collaboration, unified across continents yet bound by a singular artistic vision.

Their sound continues to resonate with listeners drawn to the emotional gravity of dark metal while carving a path distinctly their own. As they enter a new creative chapter with their gaze fixed firmly on the unseen, Obscured Horizons represents a bold statement from a band continuing to evolve while remaining true to its artistic identity.

Order your copy of this must-have gem, one that belongs into every well-sorted dark metal record collection, now at: https://theeternal.rpm.link/horizonsPR 

THE ETERNAL Australian Live Dates, with AMORPHIS:
September 23, 2026 The Croxton Bandroom, Thornbury, VIC
September 24, 2026 The Triffid, Newstead, QLD
September 25, 2026 Liberty Hall, Moore Park, NSW
September 26, 2026 The Basement, Belconnen, ACT

 

THE ETERNAL is:
Mark Kelson / Guitar & Vocals
Richie Poate / Guitar
Niclas Etelävuori / Bass
Jan Rechberger / Drums & Percussion
 
More on THE ETERNAL:
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/TheEternal
 Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/theeternalofficial/
 X | https://www.twitter.com/theeternalband
 TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@theeternalofficial
 YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4vJAnrZbwUesT_FlY03mdw

Currents Unveil "Worlds Away" EP + Share "Kill the Ache — Reimagined" — LISTEN

Foward-thinking Connecticut quintet CURRENTS — Brian Wille [vocals], Chris Wiseman [guitar], Ryan Castaldi [guitar], Matt Young [drums], and Christian Pulgarin [bass] — are releasing the new EP, WORLDS AWAY, via SharpTone Records. Get it here. 

The EP is comprised of reimagined versions of five previously releases songs. 

They've shared the visualizer for "Kill the Ache — Reimagined." Watch it below. 

"Worlds Away is five stripped down, re-imagined songs from The Way It Endsand The Death We Seek. 'Kill the Ache' hasn't left our live set since it came out six years ago. We've played it all across the world and shared it with so many of you over the years. It felt great to get in the studio and approach this song with all those memories behind it," the band said. "With that said, each song is very special to us. We're happy to present you all with a new way to hear some of our favorites and yours. JD Deblieck helped us take this project to another level and Steve Sopchack delivered some stellar guitar work throughout."

Currents never compromise neither creatively, nor philosophically.

As if controlling chaos by hand, the Connecticut quintet balance an inclination for invention with innate intensity, defying expectations and expanding the scope of heavy music in the process. By following an internal creative compass, the group have continued to tread a singular path without comparison. 

"Over the years, we didn't listen to anyone else, we made the choices we wanted to make, and we believed in the people who stood behind us," Wille says. "Each day, it's always just been one foot in front of the other. Since nobody ever thought this would be a viable career option, it's so meaningful that people want music from us."

Long before tallying hundreds of millions of streams and playing to sold-out crowds, the spark behind Currents began to flicker as early as 2011. Wille had joined the fold during 2015, and the band pushed forward with a series of critically acclaimed fan favorite releases such as The Place I Feel Safest [2017], I Let The Devil In EP[2018], The Way It Ends [2020], The Death We Seek [2023], and All That Follows [2025]. Along the way, they shared stages with everyone from Parkway Drive and Beartooth to Ice Nine Kills and Motionless In White to The Plot in You.
 
 CURRENTS ARE:
Brian Wille — Vocals 
Chris Wiseman — Guitar 
Ryan Castaldi — Guitar 
Christian Pulgarin — Bass 
Matt Young — Drums

Secrets Release New Album 'Searching For The Things We Don't Wish To Find' via SBG Records ​   

American metalcore powerhouse SECRETS have officially released their highly anticipated new album, Searching For The Things We Don't Wish To Find, available now via SBG Records.

 

The new album marks another evolution for a band that has spent more than a decade turning deeply personal experiences into cathartic, emotionally charged music. At the center of the release is the focus track “Split Tongue,” a hard-hitting showcase of everything that has made SECRETS a standout force in the metalcore scene.

 

"SEARCHING FOR THE THINGS WE DON’T WISH TO FIND is SECRETS at our most vulnerable, aggressive, and honest. We dug into the things people tend to bury - the thoughts, memories, and emotions we’d rather avoid - and turned them into something we’re incredibly proud of. We’ve lived with these songs for a long time, and we’re ready for them to finally belong to everyone," shares Wade Walters.

 

With Searching For The Things We Don't Wish To Find, SECRETS continue to explore the darker corners of the human experience while delivering a record built around resilience, confrontation, and the search for meaning in places we might rather leave untouched.

 

“Split Tongue” serves as a powerful entry point into the album, pairing the band's signature dynamic songwriting with an unfiltered emotional intensity. The track captures the tension at the heart of SECRETS’ music: the collision between vulnerability and aggression, despair and perseverance, darkness and hope.

SECRETS is a post-hardcore band from Orange County, CA, delivering a hard-hitting blend of crushing breakdowns, soaring melodies, and emotionally raw lyrics. Since their 2010 debut, the band has released multiple acclaimed albums—including The Ascent (2012 that debuted at #3 on Billboard Heatseekers / #185 on Billboard 200), Fragile Figures (2013 that reached #59 on Billboard 200), Secrets (2018) and their heaviest and most personal effort to date, The Collapse (2022). Their music dives deep into themes of mental health, addiction, and perseverance, building a powerful connection with fans worldwide.

 

Over the past decade, SECRETS has toured across the globe alongside The Devil Wears Prada, The Amity Affliction, Sleeping With Sirens, Asking Alexandria, Memphis May Fire, and more. SECRETS remain one of post-hardcore’s most authentic voices—turning pain into power and connection.

 

Secrets:

Wade Walters - Singer
Richard Rogers - Singer / Guitar
Connor Branigan - Guitar
Connor Allen - Drums

For More Information Please Visit:

Official Website

Merch

Facebook

YouTube

Instagram

Bayside Share "Saddest Song" B-Side From "Premium Selections" EP

Since their 2000 formations, Queens punk rock icons BAYSIDE — Anthony Raneri (vocals, guitar), Jack O'Shea (guitar, vocals), Nick Ghanbarian(bass, vocals), and Chris Guglielmo (drums) — have been the purveyors of heartbreak that you can sing along and sink your teeth into. The Queens' 4-piece consistently craft perfect blends of gritty punk energy and razor-sharp pop hooks, giving the alternative world emotionally raw storytelling wrapped up in punchy catchiness that mirrors the chaotic world we live in.

This summer, the band has been issuing EPs curated and selected by a specific band member, complete with artwork designed by said member. Each collection also features a B-side from 2011's Killing Time that has never been digitally released and was only previously available via vinyl.

The fourth and final B-side is "Saddest Song," which lives on the Premium Selections collection, assembled by O'Shea.

Watch the visualizer Below:

"Saddest Song" is painfully gorgeous and begins with delicate acoustic guitar and Raneri's rich, immediately recognizable voice as he delivers a deeply personal story with the conviction of someone unafraid to put their emotions on full display. The song steadily builds before erupting into a powerful full-band crescendo, transforming its melancholy into something expansive, visceral, and cathartic.

"I remember the song being one that we had a hard time establishing an identity for on the record and it really just became a vibe or a mood," says O'Shea "Having a very intimate controlled verse followed by big crushing wall-of-sound part filled with dozens of layered parts gave this one its life."

Bayside kicked off the B-side and EP series with Anywhere But Here, curated by Guglielmo and featuring "Monster." Watch the visualizer here. They followed with Proxima Centauri B, assembled by Raneri and featuring "Battle Scars." Watch the visualizer here. Ghanbarian put together the Bark At the Moon collection, which featured "Don't Come Easy." Watch the visualizer here.

Bayside are currently on a headline run that kicked off September 15 in Fort Collins, Colorado and runs through October 10 in Louisville, Kentucky. Driveways and Grave Secrets will serve as support. Bayside will also appear at several festivals, including Warped Tour, Riot Fest, and more. All dates are below. Tickets and VIP packages are on sale now at this location.
 
BAYSIDE ON TOUR:
WITH DRIVEWAYS + GRAVE SECRETS:
9/18—Chicago, IL—Riot Fest*

9/19 — Chicago, IL — Concord Music Hall**

9/20—Grand Rapids, MI—Elevation
9/22—Rochester, NY—Anthology
9/23—Providence, RI— Fete Ballroom
9/25—Pittsburgh, PA—Four Chord Music Festival*
9/26—Richmond, VA—The Canal Club+
9/27—New Haven, CT—Toad's Place
9/29—Asheville, NC—The Orange Peel
9/30—Charleston, SC—Charleston Music Hall
10/2—New Orleans, LA—House of Blues New Orleans
10/3— Birmingham, AL—Workplay Soundstage
10/4— Fayetteville, AR—George's Majestic Lounge
10/6—San Antonio, TX— Rock Box
10/8—Lawrence, KS— Liberty Hall
10/9—Indianapolis, IN— Hi-Fi Annex
10/10—Louisville, KY— Mercury Ballroom
*Festival
+No Driveways
**Riot Fest After Show with Motion City Soundtrack

Having toured the world multiple times over, sold thousands of albums, and amassed millions of streams, Bayside has achieved a lot in their storied career. And while many bands would coast on their past success, Bayside has always rejected that premise and continues to prove time and again that the best is yet to come. 

And fans can start getting excited — because it is indeed coming!

OUT NOW: DREW BALDRIDGE’S FARM FAITH FAMILY

A project years in the making, Drew Baldridge’s highly anticipated album, FARM FAITH FAMILY, is officially out today via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. Listen Below. 

Nearly fifteen years after arriving in Nashville with a dream and lots of determination, Baldridge is entering a new chapter with FARM FAITH FAMILY, his third full-length album and first release on BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. The 16-track project is a deeply personal reflection of the life he has built along the way - one shaped by music, family, faith, farming, entrepreneurship and an unwavering belief in himself.

For Baldridge, the album represents more than a career milestone. It is the culmination of more than a decade of persistence, sacrifice and independence, arriving at a moment when the singer-songwriter finally has a team behind him that shares his vision and believes in the music as much as he does.

“It’s overwhelming to think about sometimes,” said Baldridge. “I’ve been working toward this moment for almost 15 years, which is crazy to think about. In some ways, it feels like I just moved to Nashville, and in other ways, it feels like I’ve been here forever. This album came together so organically because it’s a true reflection of who I am and the life I’ve built. I’m a dad, a husband, a musician, a songwriter, a farmer, a brother, a son, an entrepreneur and so much more. FARM FAITH FAMILY brings all of those pieces of my life together in three chapters that really represent the pillars of who I am.”

Structured around those three pillars, FARM FAITH FAMILY takes listeners through the experiences and values that have shaped Baldridge both personally and professionally. Tracks 1–4 comprise FARM, tracks 5–11 make up FAITH, and tracks 12–16 complete the album with FAMILY. Together, the three chapters offer an intimate portrait of an artist who has remained grounded in where he came from while continuing to push toward where he wants to go.

Structured around those three pillars, FARM FAITH FAMILY takes listeners through the experiences and values that have shaped Baldridge both personally and professionally. Tracks 1–4 comprise FARM, tracks 5–11 make up FAITH, and tracks 12–16 complete the album with FAMILY. Together, the three chapters offer an intimate portrait of an artist who has remained grounded in where he came from while continuing to push toward where he wants to go.

Baldridge co-wrote 14 of the album’s 16 tracks, further cementing the project as his most personal and authentic body of work to date. The album brings together a stellar collection of collaborators, including two of country music’s acclaimed rising stars, Anne Wilson and Emily Ann Roberts, alongside contributions from some of Nashville’s most accomplished songwriters, including GRAMMY-nominated writers Luke Combs, Laura Veltz, Tyler Hubbard, Seth Mosley, Rhett Akins and Tim Nichols.

After years of building a devoted fanbase independently, he has continued to prove the power of his music and his connection with fans. His self-funded single “She’s Somebody’s Daughter” became a career-defining success, reaching No. 1 on the Country Aircheck/Mediabase country chart and ultimately becoming RIAA Platinum-certified streaming favorite, demonstrating the strength of an artist who has built his career on his own terms.

Now, with FARM FAITH FAMILY, Baldridge is bringing that same independent spirit into a new era.

He will kick off the album release weekend with The BIG Baldridge and Bonfire Show tomorrow, September 19, in Patoka, IL. Now in its fourth year, the annual festival brings live music, friends and community together in the small town where Baldridge was raised, creating a one-of-a-kind party on the farm that celebrates the people and place that helped shape him. The celebration comes just days before a national TV appearance when Baldridge performs on Live with Kelly and Mark on September 23 before returning to Nashville to take the stage at the Grand Ole Opry that evening, followed by a special album listening event celebrating FARM FAITH FAMILY.

About Drew Baldridge: 
Drew Baldridge continues to give fans exactly what they’ve been asking for: a steady stream of authentic country music rooted in the themes that define him — farm, faith and family. His 16-track project, FARM FAITH FAMILY, is out now. 


The new chapter builds on the momentum of Baldridge’s RIAA Platinum-certified breakthrough, “She’s Somebody’s Daughter,” which reached No. 1 on the Country Aircheck/Mediabase chart and No. 3 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart. The success made him the only self-funded artist to debut at No. 1 on Mediabase and the highest-charting independent artist in the history of Billboard’s Country Airplay chart. The song has generated more than 2 billion streams and impressions and was recognized by the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) as one of its prestigious “10 Songs I Wish I’d Written.”

Baldridge is spending 2026 on the road headlining his FARM FAITH FAMILY Tour while also joining Cody Johnson and Luke Bryan on select dates. Following recent tours across Australia, the U.K. and Europe — both as a headliner and opening for Jelly Roll — he continues to expand his global audience while earning industry recognition, including being named a CRS New Faces of Country Music honoree and MusicRow’s 2025 Independent Artist of the Year.

Olive Vox Release Debut EP 'Trace It Back'; Release New Video For "I Do"

Texas alt-rock quartet Olive Vox release their debut EP, Trace It Back, today via Big Machine Rock. Across six tracks, the band turn the lens inward, working through guilt, damaged relationships, self-destructive patterns, expectation and the uneasy process of confronting the parts of yourself you would rather leave buried. Fans can stream Trace It Back HERE.

Arriving alongside the EP is focus track “I Do” and its official video. The song centres on the pressure of being defined by other people and the conflict between keeping the peace, staying true to yourself and wanting to be properly understood by someone who has witnessed what you have been through. Watch the official video below.

Speaking on “I Do”, Olive Vox share:

“This song is about wrestling with the heavy weight of expectations and the feeling of having your true self buried by people who thought they had you figured out. It is caught between wanting to conform to keep the peace and the desperate hope that your art or your voice can bring you back home. Underneath the fear of judgment and getting things wrong, there is a strong need to be truly seen and understood by someone who was actually there to witness the struggle.”

That tension sits naturally inside Trace It Back, an EP shaped by what happens when honesty starts costing something. Across recent singles “Hear Me Out”, “BABYDOLL” and “We Are Not The Same”, Olive Vox have pushed further into direct, emotionally exposed songwriting, confronting guilt, self-destruction, toxic cycles and the consequences of their own behaviour.

For vocalist Parker James, the EP came from a deliberate decision to stop hiding behind more elusive lyrics and write more openly about the period he was living through. Speaking on Trace It Back, he shares:

“The Trace It Back EP compiles past and pre-existing transgressions. I aimed to be more direct and honest in my lyrics, rather than being elusive. I found myself oversharing personal details, which led to regret and overthinking. Due to my anxieties, I became very closeted and shut off. Realizing that it was actually affecting me more than just being my true self, I decided I wouldn’t care about what I wrote as long as it made me happy. This EP serves as a collection and a snapshot of a time and place in my life where I was struggling.” - Parker James

Trace It Back captures that period without trying to force it into a clean resolution. The songs deal with recognising destructive behaviour, carrying guilt, wanting forgiveness and struggling to move beyond versions of yourself that still affect the present.

Musically, the EP draws from alternative rock, post-punk, indie and modern heavy music, with the band keeping melody and live impact at the centre of the songs. That emphasis on performance has remained central throughout the campaign, with Olive Vox continuing to build their audience through touring as much as through streaming and video.

The EP arrives while Olive Vox are on the road supporting The Toadies across the US. Following recent runs with Badflower and Raue and a return to Camp Woodward this summer as featured musicians and mentors, the band play The Blue Note in Columbia, Missouri tonight before continuing the tour through October 3rd in Ventura, California.

Just days later, Olive Vox will head back out for a newly announced run supporting Beauty School Dropout on their “The Circus” F/W 2026 US Tour. The seven-date run begins October 8th in Sacramento, California and takes the band through Reno, Tucson, Oklahoma City, Indianapolis, Allentown and Pittsburgh.

Olive Vox have now surpassed 1.5 million cross-platform streams and 1.89 million YouTube views during the campaign.

Download HERE

Olive Vox

Remaining US Tour Dates with The Toadies

September 18 - Columbia, MO - The Blue Note

September 19 - Indianapolis, IN - Hi-Fi Annex

September 21 - St. Louis, MO - The Pageant

September 23 - Kansas City, MO - The Truman

September 24 - Tulsa, OK - Cain’s Ballroom

September 25 - Canyon, TX - The Lumberyard

September 26 - Santa Fe, NM - The Bridge

September 29 - Flagstaff, AZ - Orpheum Theater

October 2 - Las Vegas, NV - Brooklyn Bowl

October 3 - Ventura, CA - Ventura Theater

Olive Vox

Upcoming Dates With Beauty School Dropout

“The Circus” F/W 2026 US Tour

October 8 - Sacramento, CA - Goldfield Trading Post

October 9 - Reno, NV - The Alpine

October 12 - Tucson, AZ - Hotel Congress

October 14 - Oklahoma City, OK - Beer City Music Hall

October 20 - Indianapolis, IN - HI-FI

October 21 - Allentown, PA - Arrow at Archer Music Hall

October 22 - Pittsburgh, PA - Spirit Hall

SEA SLEEPER Release New Album Burden Of Antlers With Visualizer

Oregon's death metal quartet SEA SLEEPER preset their sophomore full-length album, Burden of Antlers. With a sound that embraces the weird and obscure, Burden of Antlers sees the band hone further the cohesion across their composition process to produce an offering that is thoroughly eclectic and heavy. 

The band comments:

"Burden of Antlers is our second album as sea sleeper. Three of us have been working together to make the weirdest/Heaviest metal we would want to listen to. We have been playing music together for close to 15 years and we recently recruited Tony Spradlin as the fourth sleeper. This album is a more cohesive effort than our debut release Nostophobia. This record comes back to passages and re-explores them in their entirety instead of finding the next shiny riff."

Watch the full album stream below:

SEA SLEEPER has refined the creative direction of their sound in Burden of Antlers. Leaning into the eclectic, 'weird', and, ultimately, heavy, the band focus on developing riffs and motifs across the track list, resulting into a more cohesive and thematically linked full-length offering. 

Burden of Antlers was recorded at Sleeping Studio by Jesse Cooley and Shane Cooley. The album was produced, mixed and mastered by Jesse Cooley, with the cover artwork created by Johnny P.

Order Burden of Antlers on vinyl HERE: https://seasleeper.bandcamp.com/album/burden-of-antlers-3

About SEA SLEEPER:

With a passion for death and post metal, SEA SLEEPER infuse their heavy sound with an array of genre influences to produce something more dynamically extreme. The band formed in 2019 comprised of Jesse Cooley (guitar/lead vocals), Shane Cooley (drums/vocals), and Nick Kessler (bass/vocals), with Tony Spradlin (lead guitar/vocals) subsequently completing the line-up in 2022. 

The debut EP Nihilism was released independently in 2019, followed by their acclaimed debut album Nostophobia. Released in 2021 via Metal Assault Records, Nostophobia garnered notable recognition achieving #10 album of the year for Noob Heavy and #7 spot for album of the year at GBHBL in 2021, as well as seeing the band become a Top Selling Bandcamp artist in the same year.


SEA SLEEPER Is: 

Jesse Cooley (Guitar/Lead Vocals)
Shane Cooley (Drums/Vocals)
Nick Kessler (Bass/Vocals)
Tony Spradlin (Lead Guitar/Vocals)


Connect With SEA SLEEPER:

Bandcamp: https://seasleeper.bandcamp.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seasleeper/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sea_sleeper
Twitter/X: https://x.com/seasleeper
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@seasleeper7557?si=I54GO1VC1ZA5x3Wy
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1MVRa7wGpGY4EqqqEjVpMZ?si=KKq0Xb5_Qf6P_WwMte5EiA
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sea-sleeper/1384085890
Discord: https://discord.com/channels/947585206213296169/947594689123598396/1481135243078406271