Danish Musical Virtuoso NICKLAS SONNE Releases New Album ‘Electric Dreams’ — Out Now via Frontiers Music Srl

Today, Danish musical virtuoso NICKLAS SONNE is excited to announce the release of his new studio album 'Electric Dreams,' out now via Frontiers Music Srl. In addition, SONNEhas also released the focus track, "Baron Of Mischief," alongside a visualizer available below.

Talking about the focus track, NICKLAS SONNE commented:

“The track captures the torment of a mind unravelling - a relentless inner struggle where fear takes form and refuses to let go.”

Describing the album, SONNE added:

“This record is a deeply personal journey back to where it all began for me - to the raw energy and spirit of my earliest musical inspirations. It blends the soul of old school hard rock with the punch and clarity of a modern production, creating a soundscape that feels both nostalgic and new."

Watch the Visualizer for “Baron Of Mischief"

NICKLAS SONNE is a Danish musician, vocalist, guitarist, and producer known for his powerful presence in progressive and heavy metal. He began his musical journey as a drummer before moving on to guitar and ultimately becoming a singer-songwriter in a variety of metal and hard rock projects—starting with Defecto, one of Denmark’s leading metal bands, formed in 2010.

In addition to Defecto, NICKLAS is part of Aries Descendant alongside Jonah Weingarten(Pyramaze, Catalyst Crime). The dynamic duo released their debut album via Frontiers Music Srl on October 18th, 2024. It’s a groundbreaking project that seamlessly fuses the evocative allure of film music with the raw power of heavy metal, creating an auditory experience that is nothing short of extraordinary.

A multi-instrumentalist from an early age, NICKLAS honed his skills by playing along to Metallica and Dream Theater, later diving into songwriting and production. His talent quickly gained industry attention, leading to collaborations with renowned producers Jan Langhoff(Aqua) and Flemming Rasmussen (Metallica). This pivotal period helped shape his signature sound—progressive metal infused with orchestral and choral elements.

Other bands SONNE has been involved with include Evil Masquerade, Theory, Hank Shermann, One Machine, Waving Memories, Section A, Metallica Jam, Wasted, and Omvendt Korstog. His long career has included international tours in countries such as Japan and support slots for metal heavyweights like Metallica and Rammstein.

With a relentless work ethic and a passion for musical innovation, NICKLAS SONNE continues to push the boundaries of modern metal, cementing his reputation as one of the most dynamic artists in the genre today. His solo album is a collection of songs that showcases the immense talent of this artist—who also handled production duties himself.

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American rockers Robin Ross & The TW Howlers channel good vibes on 'Back To The Forest' EP

Pennsylvania artists Robin Ross & The TW Howlers has released their debut EP 'Back To The Forest', a tale of two rockers walking with nature and truth, living life to the fullest. This collaboration between singer-songwriters Robin Ross and TW Howell offer five original compositions, co-authored and recorded over several months in early 2025. With a stealthy mix of classic and Americana-hued and folky blues-rock, they have also created videos for 'Walk With Me' and 'Back To The Forest'.

With a musical foundation that started in New Jersey and New York in 1988, Robin Ross has since established himself in the bustling artistic community of Milford, Pennsylvania, A musician, songwriter, and producer known for diverse musical endeavors spanning over three decades, he has released five albums, holds an audio engineering degree and has played a pivotal role in the creation of several recording studios, including Triple R Studios and Sound Complex near New York City.

With a storied history of performing all over the United States, TW Howell is a folk-blues musician, whose style of music seamlessly blends these genres together with hints of rock. Writing and performing music his whole life, TW's music career launched in Florida on a trajectory that has zig-zagged  throughout the country. He too considers the Lake Champlain area and the Poconos as his home base.  

Recorded at Baa Baa Leaf Music Studios in Milford, this album was produced and engineered by Robin Ross with Jonathan Duckett (Phillip Glass, Kenny G, David Sanborn) serving as supervising engineer. Ross and Howell are joined on this album by their extended musical family of Wharton Tiers on drums and back vocalists Joellen (JoJo) Gaetani, Nancy Isola and Kristin Grazevich.

"This is an album of Baa Baa Leaf conceptually-inspired cosmic tunes, sonically chaneling our inner soul rock and roll. This was, metaphorically, like heading into the forest, unafraid to come out with new music," says Robin Ross.

"We are like brother travellers, reuniting to co-create and sharing a creative flow on a pass through the Baa Baa Leaf studio vibes and countryside! For us, it was an unexpected musical adventure that we just had to pursue."

Back To The Forest is more than an album; it's a sonic bath, a meticulously crafted immersion where the exhilarating pulse of good-vibed rock and roll converges with the serene power of pure forest energy. Each track is designed to envelop you, gently yet powerfully elevating your personal vibration and tuning you into a deeper sense of well-being. The lyrics say it all, "Walk With Me and see what we can find.  Looking for something, listening for something, walk with me!"  

In the early 1990s, Robin co-founded the band Laughing Jack, later rebranded as Jack’s Maze, which gained acclaim for a progressive rock sound reminiscent of such iconic bands as Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin. But, as occurs for many artists, life and business took him in a different direction.

In 2021, with rekindled passion, Robin embarked on new projects, including Robin Ross & The Melodynes, a collaboration with Wharton Tiers, Joe Torres and Joellen (JoJo) Gaetani that infuses the retro vibe of classic rock with modern sensibilities and more contemporary influences. Robin also regrouped with Jack's Maze members Frank Cinquegrana, Scott Cowan, and Joe Torres to create new progressive rock albums.

Dedicated to the art of music production and performance, Robin finds joy in the creative process and the connections it fosters with fellow musicians and audiences alike. With an eclectic musical style that transcends genres, Robin Ross continues to captivate listeners through soulful storytelling and infectious melodies, embodying the timeless spirit of rock and roll.

The 'Back to The Forest' EP is out now on CD, available via Robin Ross' website and digitally from fine digital platforms, including Apple Music, SpotifyAmazon and Bandcamp.

CREDITS
Music written by Robin Ross & TW (Tim) Howell
Robin Ross - lead guitar, keys, bass, back vocals
TW Howell - vocals, acoustic guitar
Wharton Tiers - drums
JoEllen Gaetani - back vocals on 'Back To The Forest' & 'Walk With Me'
Kristin Grazevich - back vocals on 'Back To The Forest'
Nancy Isola - back vocals on 'Whiskey And Ice'
Recorded at Baa Baa Leaf Music Studios (Milford, PA)
Music Producer & Sound Engineer: Robin Ross
Supervising Engineer: Jonathan Duckett
Photography & videos by Tina Ross
Album design by Tina Ross
Publishing & booking: RPM Entertainment Enterprises, LLC
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR


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LAINEY WILSON DEBUTS EXCLUSIVE 3-SONG APPLE MUSIC SESSIONS EP

16x ACM, 9x CMA and Grammy Award-winning artist Lainey Wilson debuts her exclusive Apple Music Sessions EP today, which was recorded in London and features covers of The Beatles’ Come Together” and Lewis Capaldi’s Someone You Loved,” as well as a reimagined version of her song “Devil Don’t Go There.” Listen HERE.

Wilson also joined The Kelleigh Bannen Show in London to discuss the EP. On her cover of “Come Together,” she tells Bannen, “Last year when we were here [in London], we got to record a song at Abbey Road, and just really felt that energy in the building. And just trying to wrap your head around how influential The Beatles really are and what they have done to every single genre.”

On her choice of covering Lewis Capaldi’s “Someone You Loved,” she adds: “I watched his documentary and it really inspired me to see how he works, and how he just goes into his hole, and if he’s not feeling creative, he fights for it. You know what I’m saying? He fights for that creativity, which I love.” Listen to the full interview anytime on Apple Music HERE.

The release adds to yet another triumphant year for Wilson, who continues to receive overwhelming attention with her acclaimed new single, “Somewhere Over Laredo,” which earned Wilson her biggest first day of streaming to date (1.16M), while Billboard called it “one of her most commanding, dynamic vocal performances to date, crescendo-ing from a soft-focus, tender vocal, before gradually reaching into her upper register for powerful moments that heighten the song’s emotional acuity.” The song is from the deluxe version of Wilson’s album, Whirlwind, which is set for release August 22 via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville (pre-order/pre-save/pre-add here).

In the past year, Wilson also won four awards at the 60th Annual ACM Awards: Entertainer of the Year (her second consecutive win), Female Artist of the Year (her third consecutive win), Album of the Year (Whirlwind) and Artist-Songwriter of the Year, was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry, won Best Country Album at the 2024 Grammy Awards and two awards at the 58th CMA Awards, where she also made her hosting debut alongside Peyton Manning and Luke Bryan. She’s also scored eight #1 hits, recently debuted “Trailblazer” with Reba McEntire and Miranda Lambert and will make her feature film acting debut in next year’s adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s Reminders of Him. Known for her electric live performances, Wilson is currently in the midst of her nearly sold-out Whirlwind World Tour, which includes stops at New York’s Madison Square Garden, Los Angeles’ Kia Forum, Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, Austin’s Moody Center and Denver’s Ball Arena among many others. See below for complete tour itinerary.

LAINEY WILSON CONFIRMED TOUR DATES
June 26—Milwaukee, WI—Summerfest
June 27—Cadott, WI—Country Fest
July 10—Ottawa, ON—Ottawa Bluesfest
July 12—Cavendish, PEI—Cavendish Beach Music Festival
August 14—Phoenix, AZ—Footprint Center*
August 15—Albuquerque, NM—Isleta Amphitheater*
August 16—Denver, CO—Ball Arena*
August 21—Bend, OR—Hayden Homes Amphitheater*
August 22—Sacramento, CA—Golden 1 Center*
August 23—Los Angeles, CA—Kia Forum*
August 28—Calgary, AB—Scotiabank Saddledome*
August 29—Edmonton, AB—Rogers Place*
August 30—Saskatoon, SK—SaskTel Centre*
September 11—Baton Rouge, LA—Raising Cane’s River Center†
September 12—Baton Rouge, LA—Raising Cane’s River Center†
September 13—Bossier City, LA—Brookshire Grocery Arena†
September 18—Austin, TX—Moody Center‡
September 19—Fort Worth, TX—Dickies Arena‡
September 20—Houston, TX—The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman ‡
September 25—Toronto, ON—Budweiser Stage§
September 26—Clarkston, MI—Pine Knob Music Theatre§
September 27—Grand Rapids, MI—Van Andel Arena§
October 2—Nashville, TN—Bridgestone Arena||
October 3—Noblesville, IN—Ruoff Music Center§
October 4—Cleveland, OH—Blossom Music Center§
October 9—Columbia, MD—Merriweather Post Pavilion§
October 10—New York, NY—Madison Square Garden§
October 11—Mansfield, MA—Xfinity Center§
October 16—St. Louis, MO—Hollywood Casio Amphitheatre||
October 17—Rosemont, IL—Allstate Arena||
October 18—Saint Paul, MN—Xcel Energy Center||
October 24—Knoxville, TN—Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center#
October 25—Charlotte, NC—Spectrum Center#
November 7—Tampa, FL—Amalie Arena#
November 8—Orlando, FL—Kia Center#

*with special guests ERNEST and Kaitlin Butts
†with special guests ERNEST and Maddox Batson
‡with special guests Muscadine Bloodline and Drake Milligan
§with special guests Muscadine Bloodline and Lauren Watkins
||with special guests Muscadine Bloodline and Maddox Batson
#with special guests ERNEST and Drake Milligan

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ALYXX SET THE WORLD ABLAZE WITH THEIR DEBUT EP “EMBERWAKE”

Alternative metal juggernaut ALYXX erupts onto the global stage with the release of their highly anticipated debut EP, EMBERWAKE — available now on all streaming platforms.



Forged in the crucible of loss, rage, and transformation, EMBERWAKE is an audio inferno that delivers a visceral blend of crushing riffs, cinematic soundscapes, and hauntingly melodic vocals. Each song is a chapter in a greater narrative — a journey through ruin, resistance, and rebirth — all wrapped in a sonic experience that blurs the lines between metal, industrial, and dark alternative rock.

Meet ALYXX, a singer, songwriter, and pianist hailing from the musical hub of New York, has captivated audiences with her unique blend of classical finesse and rock-infused energy. Born and raised in a world of classical music, ALYXX’supbringing laid the foundation for her exceptional talent and artistry. However, it was her burning desire to break free from tradition and explore the electrifying realm of rock that truly defined her musical journey.

From an early age, ALYXX knew that her destiny lay in the realm of music. Her passion for singing led her to hone her vocal prowess, and her dedication to the piano allowed her to master its melodic intricacies. Drawing inspiration from iconic rock legends and the raw emotion they conveyed, she embarked on a path that would transform her into the rock sensation she is today.

ALYXX’s rise to prominence began with her electrifying live performances, where her powerful vocals and commanding stage presence left audiences awe-struck. Her talent caught the attention of music enthusiasts and industry insiders alike, leading to invitations to perform at prestigious events such as the Inkcarceration Music Festival and Blue Ridge Rock Festival. With each performance, ALYXX’s star continued to rise, and her fan base grew exponentially, reaching fans across the globe who resonated with her heartfelt lyrics and infectious melodies.

As a singer-songwriter, ALYXX’s compositions are a reflection of her personal experiences, infused with raw emotions and honest storytelling. Her ability to craft catchy hooks and captivating melodies, combined with her evocative lyrics, has garnered critical acclaim and established her as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.



With her classical background and rock sensibility, ALYXX has carved a unique musical niche that sets her apart from her peers. Her unwavering dedication to her craft, coupled with her undeniable talent, has propelled her to great heights, and there’s no doubt that her journey has only just begun. As ALYXX continues to captivate audiences with her electrifying performances and heartfelt music, she remains an artist to watch, destined to leave an indelible mark on the music industry and beyond! 

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From Debbie Harry, Rufus Wainwright & Scissor Sisters to solo creator: Charlie Nieland releases 'The Ocean Understands' EP

Four years after his acclaimed ‘Divisions' album, songwriter-producer Charlie Nieland is back with his latest masterpiece -  'The Ocean Understands' EP, a new beautiful occasion to be swept away by a stunning collection of captivating melodies and restless rhythms that expertly blend post-punk, dream pop, and prog-rock. These unique soundscapes promise an immersive journey, showcasing Nieland's continued evolution as an artist and producer.

The material from this new 'The Ocean Understands' EP and the forthcoming album 'Stories From the Borderlines' (out later this year) took root through the NYC performance series "The Bushwick Book Club" in response to various literary sources and was inspired by Nieland's deep love of David Bowie, Kate Bush, Peter Gabriel, Cocteau Twins, Love & Rockets and The Cure.

"This set of songs is a kaleidoscope of styles. They are luminous secret rooms that reflect one human’s heart in a world at the precipice. Staying creative is resistance. As authoritarians attack culture, they make the mistake that imagination can be controlled when it actually emerges from the bottom up. Culture is not imaginary. It’s is rooted in imagination but it’s more real than what can be measured," says Charlie Nieland

"These songs tell stories of growing up, of how we got severed, and how we connect. I burrowed into each idea over several years that were filled with love, uncertainty and family drama. The time allowed me to create and explore sound worlds with a cinematic eye; finding contrasts in texture and time. To create an experience that shifts with each listen."

Nieland recently shared the dream-pop single 'Redshift', delving into the profound experience of creating your own chosen family, viewed through the lens of cosmic expansion and astrophysical wonder, following the stunning reverb-laced lead track 'Drown'. The video, directed by multi-faceted artist Hypnodoll, was inspired by a dystopian vision of a mythical, psychedelic siren song that explores a dark, authoritarian past through jumbled stories of the future. Sifting through present wreckage, 'Drown' searches for grace amidst violent, oceanic forces.

Nieland’s musical backstory is extensive, having written, performed and produced music for decades, focused on the atmospheric and the imaginative. He also wrote for and produced such notable artists as Debbie Harry, Rufus Wainwright, Blondie and Scissor Sisters, as well as scoring the feature film 'The Safety of Objects' (starring Glenn Close), the pilot episode of 'The L Word' on Showtime 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.

His dream pop band Her Vanished Grace made music for over 20 years before establishing himself as a solo artist with a mix of nuanced songwriting and sonic exploration, debuting 'Ice Age' (2014) and then 'Hopeful Monsters' (2016). Half of the literature-inspired songwriting and performing duo Lusterlit with Susan Hwang, he also produces and co-hosts the 'An Embarrassment of Prog' podcast.

As of June 20, 'The Ocean Understands' EP' is available from fine digital music platforms, including Apple MusicSpotify and Bandcamp. 'The Ocean Understands' EP, now available for pre-order directly from the artist.

CREDITS 
Music & Lyrics written by Charlie Nieland
Recorded at Saturation Point Studios (Brooklyn, NY)
from January 2023 to April 2025

'Elegy' recorded live at KGB Bar, NYC, October 3rd, 2021
Charlie Nieland - vocals, guitars, basses, piano, keyboards, percussion, G-Force M-TRON Pro IV
Billy Loose - drums

Dan McAssey - guitar on 'Shame'
Produced, recorded, mixed & mastered by Charlie Nieland
Cover Art by Hypnodoll
© 2025 Athame Music
'Drown' video directed By Hypnodoll™
Photography by Alice Teeple
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR


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Out Today From FREEZE THE FALL - The Red Garden

Emerging from the vibrant rock scene of Kelowna, British Columbia, FREEZE THE FALL is poised to unleash their compelling new EP The Red Garden on June 18, 2025, via 604 Records. Known for their gritty and introspective sound, this trio is ready to take their music to new heights with a project that weaves intricate tales through each track.

The Red Garden showcases a sophisticated fusion of heavy rock and narrative depth. Produced, mixed, and mastered by Jordan Chase at Oodelally Recordings, the album promises a deep dive into thematic richness, complemented by haunting visuals from album artist Kevin Moore of Soft Surrogate.

The journey begins with "Denial," a chilling instrumental that seamlessly transitions into "Rot," where medieval allegories collide with modern-day dilemmas of misinformation. "Hypothermia" follows, with bassist Aria Becker's intricate rhythms underpinning a narrative on the perils of digital anonymity.

Intensity mounts with "VHS," a track that draws from the horror genre to explore the dynamics of power and subjugation. Conversely, "Aurora" offers a melodic reprieve, reflecting on the universal ties that connect humanity through its ethereal sound and thoughtful lyrics.

The album continues to explore profound themes with "Oubliette" and "Lace." The former melds atmospheric tones with progressive elements, including a verse in French that accentuates its reflective mood. The latter, "Lace," closes the album on a poignant note, using sparse instrumentation to delve into themes of innocence lost and the harsh realities of growth.

This album, rich with thematic complexity and audacious musicality, invites listeners to traverse a landscape where music meets myth, emotion, and introspection. With The Red Garden, FREEZE THE FALL crafts an audial tapestry that is both haunting and deeply resonant, promising to leave an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of those who journey through its tracks. This isn't merely an album; it's an immersive experience designed to challenge, captivate, and inspire.

About FREEZE THE FALL:

Hailing from Kelowna, British Columbia, FREEZE THE FALL is a dynamic trio that has quickly carved a niche within the hard rock and metal scene. Formed in 2023, the band consists of Quinn Mitzel on guitar and vocals, Aria Becker on bass and backup vocals, and Jonah Goncalves on drums. Together, they bring a fresh fervor to the modern rock landscape, melding elements of metalcore, nu metal, and hard rock with a deeply narrative-driven approach to their music.

FREEZE THE FALL began making waves shortly after their formation. Their breakthrough came with a viral cover of THE WARNING’s “Evolve,” which caught the attention of both fans and industry insiders. This early success led to their debut single, "Glitch," in February 2024 and subsequently secured them a distribution deal with 604 Records. Their debut EP, Thrones, released in July 2024, showcased their ability to blend intense instrumentation with lyrical depth, earning them nominations for Best Music Video at the Okanagan Screen Awards 2025 for the singles "VHS" and "Hypothermia."

Inspired by the likes of BRING ME THE HORIZON, EVANESCENCE, and SPIRITBOX, FREEZE THE FALL crafts songs that explore the complexities of human emotion and societal issues. Their music features emotive vocals, thunderous bass lines, and blistering guitar riffs, paying homage to ‘90s grunge and ‘00s alt metal while pushing the boundaries with their modern sound.

The band’s creative process is marked by a collaborative spirit and a shared passion for storytelling through music. Each track they create is not just a song but a chapter in a larger narrative, exploring themes from misinformation and the impact of digital anonymity to personal introspection and societal critique.

With their second EP, The Red Garden, released in 2025, FREEZE THE FALL continues to expand their sonic landscape. This project dives deeper into experimental sounds and elaborate storytelling, weaving a tapestry of lore and emotional intensity that challenges the listener while providing a cathartic musical experience.

FREEZE THE FALL not only aims to make music that resonates on a personal level but also seeks to create a lasting impact, pushing the boundaries of rock music with every note and lyric. As they continue to grow and evolve, their journey is one of relentless creativity and a commitment to making music that matters.


FREEZE THE FALL is: 

  • Quinn Mitzel: Guitar, Vocals

  • Aria Becker: Bass, Backup Vocals

  • Jonah Goncalves: Drums

Out Now from Masseti - Odds and Ends

Progressive metal visionary Tiago Masseti makes a striking debut under his solo moniker MASSETI with Odds and Ends, an emotionally charged concept album arriving June 14, 2025. Fusing blistering technicality with cinematic ambition, the record spans brutal riff onslaughts, labyrinthine time signatures, ambient textures, orchestral flourishes, and haunting vocal performances. Each track plays like a chapter in a larger narrative, balancing complexity with cohesion, and aggression with vulnerability. It’s a body of work that feels meticulously crafted yet emotionally raw, drawing listeners into a soundscape where mythology, dystopia, introspection, and survival all collide.

Opening the album with razor-edged intent, “Serpents and Whores” delivers a scathing sermon from the brink of collapse. Theological and mythological imagery fuse with sonic extremity, blistering polyrhythms, jagged riffs, and eerie melodic threads form a soundscape that feels both violent and sacred. Orchestral flourishes and ambient textures rise from the maelstrom, lending the chaos cinematic weight. The interplay of guttural growls and clean vocals creates a dramatic tension between purity and decay, capturing themes of moral erosion and spiritual war. This isn’t just an opener, it’s a mission statement: Odds and Ends refuses to compromise artistry for intensity.

Track two erupts like the second act of a war opera. “Against Our Fire” plunges listeners into the scorched ruins of a fallen nation, where a deposed leader rises from exile to ignite a campaign of vengeance. It’s rhythmically complex and steeped in contrast, thunderous, off-kilter riffing collides with sweeping orchestration, while evolving time signatures keep the listener unmoored. Urgency pulses through every measure, as if the track itself is teetering on the edge of war. A masterclass in narrative momentum and dynamic control.

Descending into dystopian surrealism, “The Pool of Liquid Dreams” constructs a disorienting dreamstate of synthetic highs and digital despair. Set in a near-future where virtual reality and psychoactive tech blur the line between sensation and simulation, the track unfolds like a lucid hallucination. Angular guitars cut through ambient haze, while hypnotic vocal layering mimics the disorientation of a synesthetic trip. Each glitchy tempo shift feels like a system malfunction, a deliberate fracture in the matrix. It’s immersive, haunting, and disturbingly beautiful.

“Gone” marks a stark tonal shift of moody, minimalistic, and emotionally bare. Stripped of distortion and density, it leans into restraint, with soft instrumentation framing intimate, vulnerable vocals. It evokes the quiet aftermath of personal loss or emotional fallout, like the credits rolling after a climactic collapse. Its simplicity feels intentional, allowing space for reflection amid the chaos of the surrounding tracks.

“The Singer in the Arms of Winter” is a haunting, atmospheric piece that unfolds as a meditation on solitude and creative exile. Sparse production, built from synth pads, delicate piano, or drones, evokes the chill of isolation. Breathily delivered vocals, drenched in reverb, drift like a ghost through a frozen landscape. The title suggests artistic stillness and spiritual hibernation, using winter as a metaphor for mourning, introspection, and retreat from the noise of the world.

Clocking in at nearly eight minutes, “Never Be Like You” unfolds like an ambient fever dream. One of the album’s most emotionally charged moments, it’s built on soft synths, spacious percussion, and restrained vocals that echo with aching detachment. The lyrics explore identity and expectation, grappling with self-alienation and quiet rebellion against imposed ideals.

Minimalist yet emotionally potent, “Hindrance” lingers in the space between paralysis and longing. It’s a song of psychological stasis, conveyed through slowly pulsing rhythms and subdued instrumentation. The vocals feel weighted, held back, mirroring the track’s central metaphor of internal resistance. A study in subtlety, it uses dynamic restraint to deliver its emotional blow.

Spanning over eight minutes, “Heir of the Survivor” closes the album with gravitas. This cinematic and introspective epic fuses ambient textures with methodical instrumental builds, culminating in a climactic swell that feels both earned and inevitable. Lyrically, it reflects on survival not just as endurance, but as inheritance, a meditation on memory, legacy, and the scars we carry forward. A fitting finale for an album steeped in transformation, decay, and rebirth.

With Odds and Ends, MASSETI carves out a space uniquely his own, where precision meets vulnerability, and storytelling is just as vital as sound design. It’s an album that rewards close listening but never loses sight of its emotional core. From its visceral opening to its final, reflective moments, Odds and Ends stands as a bold artistic statement, one that challenges convention while forging new creative territory. MASSETI arrives not just as a soloist, but as a singular voice worth following.

About MASSETI:

Tiago Masseti is a Progressive Metal singer, guitarist, and songwriter originally from the South of Brazil and now based in Brooklyn, New York. A self-made musician, Tiago’s musical journey began as the lead singer and main songwriter for DAYDREAM XI (Brazil), where he fronted the group for most of his life. In addition to his work with DAYDREAM XI, he was the singer for KINGDOM NORTH, an international power metal supergroup featuring members of SAVAGE CIRCUS, NOCTURNAL RITES, and SYMPHONY X. He also contributed vocals for the Danish band THIRD EYE and lent his voice to Bjorn Lakenstrazen’s experimental progressive project, GALAXYA (US).

In 2025, he embarks on a new chapter with his band MASSETI, set to release their debut album. His journey to the United States began at the age of 24 when DAYDREAM XI was handpicked by Mike Portnoy to perform at the prestigious Progressive Nation at Sea festival. This opportunity led to a record deal, a performance at ProgPower USA, and the beginning of his new life outside Brazil. However, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in New York City found him isolated, with few friends, little money, and a wealth of musical ideas. During this time, he wrote and pre-produced four albums and wrestled with the decision of whether to continue under the DAYDREAM XI name or forge a new path. The result is MASSETI, a bold new musical venture that draws on his extensive experience while offering a fresh sound and vision.

MASSETI’s sound is inspired by a diverse range of artists, including OPETH, SYMPHONY X, DEVIN TOWNSEND, and DREAM THEATER. These influences contribute to the band’s intricate compositions, dynamic arrangements, and heavy, yet melodic, style.

With MASSETI’s debut album on the horizon, Tiago is excited to connect with fans and share his new music. Always open to hearing from his supporters, he encourages messages across his platforms and looks forward to hitting the road in the near future.

MASSETI is:

Tiago Masseti - all instruments and vocals (with the exception of guest appearances)

Odds and Ends album credits and lineup:

Produced by Tiago Masseti and Renato Osorio

Music and lyrics written by Tiago Masseti

Arranged and performed by Tiago Masseti and Guests

Bass guitars arranged by Benhur Lima, performed by Benhur Lima

Keyboards and pianos arranged and performed by Tiago Masseti

Choirs arranged by Tiago Masseti and Renato Osorio

Guitars, vocals, keyboards, and choirs recorded at Masseti Studios, Brooklyn - NY

Engineered by Tiago Masseti

Drums and Bass guitars recorded at Black Stork Studios, Caxias do Sul - Brazil

Engineered by Benhur Lima and Thiago Caurio

"Against our Fire" and "The Singer in the Arms of Winter" Drums recorded at RDV Studios, Los Angeles - CA

Performed and engineered by Eduardo Baldo

"Gone" Guitar solo by Bruno Pinheiro Machado

"Gone" Guitar duet by Tiago Masseti and Renato Osorio

"The Singer in the Arms of Winter" Guitar solo by Renato Osorio

"Never Be Like You" Guitar solo by Marcelo Pereira

"Against our Fire" Orchestrations by Cezar Tortorelli

"Hindrance" Orchestrations and Pianos by Fabio Caldeira

Mixed by Benhur Lima at Angry Pick Studios, Caxias do Sul - Brazil

Mastered by Tony Lindgren at Fascination Street Studios, Örebro - Sweden

MALVADA Releases Self-Titled Studio Album — Out Now via Frontiers Music Srl!

The female-led, super-talented Brazilian rock band MALVADA is excited to share their new self-titled album via Frontiers Music Srl. In addition, the band is sharing a new track, “Yesterday (My End, My Beginning),” along with an accompanying visualizer available below.

MALVADA comments on the new album:

“It is the result of two years of work, and we are very excited to show the world how much MALVADA has grown. We believe it is the best work of our lives, and everyone will like it, as it shows our real essence. You will have a real experience.”

 

About "Yesterday (My End, My Beginning)", they added:

“It’s a song that brings the certainty of better days after the storm has passed. It talks about boundaries, self-love, and self-respect”.

 

The rising star of the Brazilian rock scene has a name: MALVADA, and they are ready to take over the world!

Watch the Visualizer for “Yesterday (My End, My Beginning)” Below:

MALVADA was initially formed in March 2020, at the start of the pandemic. With a rock n' roll style full of personality, the band quickly attracted attention as one of the most promising acts in the Brazilian rock scene.

 

In January 2021, MALVADA released their first single entitled "Mais Um Gole," which gained great popularity. Shortly afterwards, in May of the same year, it was time to release the second single "Cada Escolha uma Renúncia," which preceded the launch of the band's debut album, 'A Noite Vai Ferver.'

In 2022 and 2023, MALVADA solidified its presence on the national rock panorama, performing more than a hundred shows in several cities in Brazil. The band had the privilege of participating in huge festivals, such as Rock in Rio, Best of Blues and Rock, Angra Fest, and Chama Rock, sharing the stage with renowned national and international rock names, like Pitty, Ira!, Angra, Viper, Edu Falaschi, Matanza, Golpe de Estado, Extreme and Tom Morello.

In November 2023, MALVADA, composed of Indira Castillo, Bruna Tsuruda, Rafaela Reoli, and Juliana Salgado surprised with a big announcement: the band has become the newest signee of the prestigious Italian label Frontiers Records, which has renowned bands in its catalog such as Mr. Big, Asia, Whitesnake, Jeff Scott Soto, among others, promising to take them to a new level, with opportunities to expand their reach and conquer the global market.

The new album, produced by the Brazilian Grammy-awarded producer Giu Daga, promises a powerful and exciting musical experience and will be the band's first work featuring tracks in English/Portuguese, aiming to conquer a global audience.

MALVADA's vibrant rock passion will take no prisoners!

Order 'Malvada' HERE

MALVADA are:

Indira Castillo - Vocals

Bruna Tsuruda - Guitar

Juliana Salgado - Drums

Rafaela Reoli - Bass

Out Now - Hollow Leg - Dust and Echoes

When HOLLOW LEG began shaping what would become Dust and Echoes, the Florida-based heavy outfit wasn’t setting out to write a full-length album. Instead, the band—formed in 2009 and known for their sludge-laced, riff-centric take on heavy rock—decided to create two distinct EPs, Dust and Echoes, written and recorded during separate sessions across the span of a year. The intention was simple: two standalone releases that carried a shared DNA, built to be experienced independently or fused together as a full-length journey.

That journey is now complete. Releasing in June 2025 via Third House Communications, Dust and Echoes is HOLLOW LEG’s most cohesive and diverse album to date, a full-spectrum exploration of weight and atmosphere. Across nine songs and nearly 40 minutes, the band channels doom, grunge, hard rock, space rock, and old-school metal into a singular vision of destruction, decay, and transcendence. It’s both a soundtrack to the end of the world and a map for surviving it.

The album opens with “Poison Bite,” a crushingly slow and sludgy track that pulls from HOLLOW LEG’s earlier material—raw, direct, and emotionally grim. Written around themes of twisted human behavior, it’s a live staple that sets the tone for what’s to come. From there, “Sick Days” shifts gears into a more rock-driven groove, pairing gritty riffage with cleaner vocals to create a brutal but melodic attack on the cruelty of mankind and the absurdity of war.

“Funeral Storms” brings a grunge-tinged groove with thick vocals and apocalyptic imagery, while “Another Day Dying” leans into the band’s hardcore roots. It’s packed with layered vocals and ends with a hazy, psychedelic slide guitar outro—blurring the lines between consciousness and chaos. “Holy Water” closes out the Dust half of the album with slow-building atmosphere, rainsticks, congas, and other textural ear candy. A post-apocalyptic hymn, it imagines the “last tribe” surviving after civilization’s collapse.

Then comes Echoes, the second half of the experience. “Last Tribe” kicks off this side with bounce, groove, and rich vocal harmonies, ending in a synthy wash of guitars and the titular phrase “emerging from dust and echoes.” It's both the conceptual and musical bridge between the EPs. “Bury Our Kings” follows with a blues-drenched riff that has become a live staple, its infectious mid-tempo stomp securing it as one of the band’s signature bangers.

With “Red Skies,” HOLLOW LEG imagines humanity abandoning Earth to start over on Mars—a short, punchy rocker that blends end-times anxiety with space-faring escapism. “Ride the Wave/Dig the Grave,” the album’s longest track, closes the record on a high. It’s a two-part epic about aging, surrendering to time, and accepting the inevitable, morphing from a frenetic, groove-heavy rocker into a doom-gaze finale that floats through the void like stardust.

The lineup—Scott Angelacos (vocals), Brent Lynch (guitar/backing vocals), John Stewart (drums/percussion), and Tom Crowther (bass)—recorded the album at High Five Studio in DeLand, Florida, producing the sessions themselves with mixing and mastering handled by Zeuss. The artwork was created by Shawn Garrett and Jean Saiz, echoing the record’s themes of desolation and rebirth. These four musicians, veterans of underground acts like BLOODLET, CARIBOU KING, JUNIOR BRUCE, and HOPE AND SUICIDE, have always thrived in heavy music’s murky, rebellious corners—and with Dust and Echoes, they’ve crafted something that’s both raw and realized.

Whether you start with Dust or Echoes, the result is the same: a heavy, grooving, groove-laden saga about the end of everything—and the strange beauty in what comes after.

About HOLLOW LEG:

HOLLOW LEG is a heavy band born in the swamps of Florida, built on riffs, rhythm, and raw energy. Since forming in 2009, the band has forged a sound that blends sludge, doom, and hard rock with elements of grunge, classic metal, and even blues and hip-hop — a swampy, groove-laden punch to the gut that’s as soulful as it is crushing.

Over the years, HOLLOW LEG has carved out a loyal following with their dynamic songwriting, relentless live shows, and a discography that balances grit with atmosphere. The lineup — Scott Angelacos (vocals), Brent Lynch (guitars/backing vocals), John Stewart (drums/percussion), and Tom Crowther (bass) — brings deep roots in the underground, with current and former members of cult bands like BLOODLET, CARIBOU KING, and JUNIOR BRUCE.

With appearances at major underground festivals like Psycho Las Vegas and Maryland Doom Fest, and a catalog of full-lengths and EPs that have pushed their sound in new directions, HOLLOW LEG continues to evolve without losing their core: heavy, honest, and hungry. Whether channeling the slow burn of doom, the swagger of stoner rock, or the urgency of hardcore, they remain fiercely committed to the riff and the truth it carries.

Their new album, Dust and Echoes, is the culmination of everything the band has built — a concept forged from two distinct EPs that fuse into a single, end-of-days experience. It’s their heaviest, most varied, and most fully realized statement yet.

HOLLOW LEG is:

  • Scott Angelacos – Vocals

  • Brent Lynch – Guitars, Backing Vocals

  • John Stewart – Drums, Percussion (including rainsticks)

  • Tom Crowther – Bass

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Archers New EP 'Temporary High' Out Now via SBG Records! Release new Single "Crooked Smile" ​   

Wisconsin metalcore powerhouse ARCHERS have just dropped their new single, “Crooked Smile,” now available on all major streaming platforms. The track is taken from their brand-new EP, Temporary High, released today via SBG Records.

 

Produced by acclaimed producer Matt Good (Hollywood Undead, Sleeping With Sirens), Temporary High captures ARCHERS’ continued evolution, blending crushing breakdowns, atmospheric textures, and emotionally charged lyrics.

 

In regards to the EP, the band states, "Temporary High is all about finding catharsis. It’s about breaking free from toxic cycles and finding value in oneself apart from anyone or anything that would try to usurp one’s own identity."

 

“Crooked smile is about finding the courage to break negative cycles. It’s about learning to cut out toxic people from your life and to move forward," says the band about the latest single.

 

 Temporary High is available at:

https://merchnow.com/collections/archers

In addition, the band has shared some huge news! They will be hitting the road with Nothing More and Catch Your Breath from mid January through mid March 2026. The nationwide run will introduce ARCHERS’ explosive live show to even more fans as they continue building momentum into the new year.

 

"We are so excited and genuinely honored to be hitting the road with Nothing More in 2026! Touring with a band of this caliber is not something we take lightly and we are very excited to learn as much as we can from such seasoned vets. It will be such a treat getting to watch the incredible show they put on every night."

 

The band's EU/UK run kicked off June 10th in Berlin, Germany at Kantine am Berghain. Then in July, they’ll hit the road again—this time headlining a U.S. tour with support from Rivals, Of Virtue, and Dead Eyes.

Wisconsin-based band ARCHERS is making serious waves. Formed in 2015 by Ben Koehler (guitar) and Nathanael Pulley (vocals), ARCHERS quickly became known for their raw mix of metalcore and pop-rock, tackling everything from mental health to relationships with a brutally honest edge. With Oscar Porter (bass) and Grayson Mesarosh (drums) rounding out the lineup, the band’s sound has only gotten sharper.

 

2020's New Normal EP was a game-changer, with its powerful blend of heavy riffs and introspective lyrics drawing comparisons to bands like Dayseeker and Sleep Token. Singles like "Bitter" and "Say This Sober" showcase their ability to balance vulnerability with intensity, earning them a fiercely dedicated fanbase. ARCHERS’ music is a journey of strength and catharsis, turning life's darkest moments into anthems of resilience.

 

 

Upcoming Tour Dates:

 

Remaining EU / UK Dates

06/13 - Interlaken, CH - Greenfield Festival

06/15 - Donnington Park, UK - Download Festival

06/16 - Bristol, UK • Exchange

06/18 - London, UK • The Black Heart - SOLD OUT

 

Archers Headline Tour with Rivals, Of Virtue and Dead Eyes

7/5/2025 - Milwaukee, WI - Milwaukee Summerfest^

7/6/2025 - Ferndale, MI - The Loving Touch

7/7/2025 - Columbus, OH - Skully’s Music Diner#

7/8/2025 - Lakewood, OH Mercury Music Lounge#                 

7/10/2025 - Boston, MA - Brighton Music Hall

7/11/2025 - Philadelphia, PA - The Foundry

7/12/2025 - Richmond, VA - Canal Club           

7/14/2025 - Greensboro, NC - Hangar 1819

7/15/2025 - Atlanta, GA - Masquerade (Hell)

7/16/2025 - Nashville, TN - East Side Bowl                   

7/18/2025 - Chicago, IL - Reggies

7/19/2025 - Cadott, WI - Rock Fest*

7/20/2025 - Indianapolis, IN - Hi-Fi

7/21/2025 - Springfield, MO - The Riff                  

7/23/2025 - Dallas, TX - Trees

7/24/2025 - San Antonio, TX - The Rock Box

7/25/2025 - Oklahoma City, OK - Beer City Music Hall

7/26/2025 - Kansas City, MO - Warehouse On Broadway

7/27/2025 - St Louis, MO - Red Flag

Archers and Rivals only ^

No Of Virtue #

Archers only *

 

Archers with Nothing More/ Catch Your Breath

1/14/2026 - The Fillmore - Silver Spring, MD

1/16/2026 - The Ritz - Raleigh, NC

1/17/2026 - The Fillmore - Charlotte, NC

1/19/2026 - House of Blues - Lake Buena Vista, FL

1/20/2026 - Jannus Live - Tampa, FL

1/21/2026 - Buckhead Theatre - Atlanta, GA

1/23/2026 - South Side Ballroom - Dallas, TX

1/24/2026 - ACL Live - Austin, TX

2/2/2026 - REVEL - Albuquerque, NM

2/3/2026 - The Criterion - Oklahoma City, OK

2/6/2026 - Marathon Music Works - Nashville, TN

2/7/2026 - Egyptian Room - Indianapolis, IN

2/19/2026 - Wellmont Theatre - Montclair, NJ

2/20/2026 - House of Blues - Boston, MA

2/21/2026 - Wind Creek Event Center - Bethlehem, PA

2/23/2026 - L'Olympia - Montreal, QC

2/24/2026 - HISTORY - Toronto, ON

2/25/2026 - The Fillmore - Detroit, MI

2/27/2026 - GLC Live at 20 Monroe - Grand Rapids, MI

2/28/2026 - The Riviera Theatre - Chicago, IL

3/1/2026 - The Sylvee - Madison, WI

3/3/2026 - The Fillmore - Minneapolis, MN

3/4/2026 - Burton Cummings Theatre - Winnipeg, MB

3/6/2026 - Midway Music Hall - Edmonton, AB

3/7/2026 - Grey Eagle Event Centre - Calgary, AB

3/9/2026 - Commodore Ballroom - Vancouver, BC

3/10/2026 - Moore Theatre - Seattle, WA

3/11/2026 - Crystal Ballroom - Portland, OR

3/13/2026 - Union Event Center - Salt Lake City, UT

3/14/2026 - Fillmore Auditorium - Denver, CO

3/16/2026 - The Pageant - St. Louis, MO

 

ARCHERS:

Nathanael Pulley - Vocals

Ben Koehler - Guitar

Oscar Porter - Bass/Vocals

Grayson Mesarosh - Drums

 

For More Information Please Visit:

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FALLUJAH RELEASES NEW ALBUM 'XENOTAPH'

Progressive death metal masters FALLUJAH have released their highly-anticipated new album, Xenotaph, today with Nuclear Blast Records. Critically revered from the outset, Xenotaph is a cataclysmic composition of highly evolved, profound metal immersed in an epic, otherworldly futuristic saga.

Vocalist Kyle Schaefer has said of the new album:

We are excited to finally reveal Fallujah’s new album Xenotaph, marking the sixth chapter in our discography. This is our most ambitious record yet, and is certainly the band’s most technical, dynamic and progressive material to date. The music carried out by these eight tracks is matched with an equally ambitious concept, a lyrical story that traverses unfolding layers of time and reality in an otherworldly, post-death realm of existence.

Xenotaph is also our most collaborative album, with broad input from the current lineup leading us to expand the scope of our songwriting while simultaneously highlighting the true potential of everyone involved. We hope you’ll join us in welcoming this bold new stage of the band’s evolution.

Today, FALLUJAH presents a lyric visualizer for the full album that can be viewed Below.

Purchase/Stream Xenotaph: https://fallujah.bfan.link/xenotaph

About FALLUJAH:

Prog death-metal outfit FALLUJAH expand horizons and solidify their position as one of America’s most exciting acts on their new album, Xenotaph, through Nuclear Blast. The quintet’s confidence in the lineup that made their previous album, Empyrean (2022), such a resounding success—earning high marks from Metal Injection, New Noise, and Guitar World—has been reconfigured slightly, with guitarist Sam Mooradian (INHALE EXISTENCE, SAM MOORADIAN) and drummer Kevin Alexander (DISEMBODIED TYRANT, BROUGHT BY PAIN) bringing their jaw-dropping musical proficiency to the fold, as vocalist Kyle Schaefer, guitarist Scott Carstairs, and bassist Evan Brewer enter a new chapter with FALLUJAH. Moored by singles ‘Kaleidoscopic Waves,’ ‘Labyrinth of Stone,’ and ‘Step Through the Portal and Breathe,’ Xenotaph is FALLUJAH personified, reinvigorated, and re-imagined.

Xenotaph was produced by FALLUJAH, engineered by Dave Otero (CATTLE DECAPITATION, ARCHSPIRE) and Mike Low (VITRIOL, ABORTED) at Flatline Audio in Denver, Colorado and Top Track Studios in Nashville, Tennessee. Otero also mixed and mastered Xenotaph. The main goal was elevation, building upon yet soaring upward from Empyrean, one of the group’s strongest productions to date. The team focused the separation of FALLUJAH’s breakneck pace, meticulous songcraft, euphonious leads, and unrivaled intensity, creating an experience pulls the listener into Xenotaph’s high-caliber music and concept.

Beyond releasing Xenotaph to an anticipating fanbase, FALLUJAH take aim at the road, drawing upon the success of their Empyrean runs. Indeed, attendees to the group’s live performances have witnessed some of Xenotaph’s songs already, namely the shimmery prog-bounce and inner world horror of ‘The Obsidian Architect.’ FALLUJAH are in a perpetual state of evolution, and Xenotaphdemonstrates the group’s hard-won, if profound journey. For there is no reverse—only forward progress, and the path ahead is illuminating before them.

Kyle Schaefer | Vocals, Programming
Scott Carstairs | Guitars
Sam Mooradian | Guitars
Evan Brewer | Bass
Kevin Alexander | Drums

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Alternative Rock Duo PEAKS! Release Digital Ep ‘Modern World Survivors II’ Out Now via FLG

Today, alternative rock duo PEAKS! is excited to announce the release of their digital EP, ‘MODERN WORLD SURVIVORS II,’ out now via FLG. In addition, a new track, “LEECHER,”is out now, accompanied by a lyric video, available to view below.

PEAKS! comments on the new track:

’LEECHER’ is a scream disguised as a song - born from the urge to call out the toxic patterns we sometimes tolerate. It’s about those people who feed off your energy, twist your words, and hide behind false concern while pulling the strings. We’ve all met someone like that. This track is about waking up to it - seeing the manipulation clearly and refusing to play along anymore.

 

“Lyrically, it’s sharp, sarcastic, and rooted in truth, not just anger, but clarity. There’s freedom in naming things for what they are and breaking the roles others try to put you in. Sonically, it hits hard: distorted, punchy, relentless. Every riff is designed to cut through the noise like a slap to the face”, they added. 'LEECHER' is a statement: I see you, I’m done, and I won’t shrink to make you comfortable.”

About the EP, the band stated:

’MODERN WORLD SURVIVORS II’ is for anyone who’s ever felt too much in a world that listens too little. It’s for the gaslit, the shutdown, the ones who’ve been guilt-tripped into silence - and still found a way to make noise. Each track is a snapshot of resistance: ‘LEECHER’ confronts manipulation with venom and truth; ‘BAD DECISIONS’ embraces the beautiful mess of recklessness; ‘MORPHIA’ howls from the edge of numbness, and ‘DON’T WANNA BE LIKE YOU’ goes straight for the throat of hypocrisy.

 

“This EP lives in the tension between chaos and clarity. The lyrics are confessional, confrontational, sometimes self-destructive - but never hollow. They’re laced with irony, pain, and the raw need to break free from anything fake, expected, or imposed.

 

“Musically, it’s cathartic and intimate: distorted guitars, punchy rhythms, and haunting melodies form a wall of sound that feels like fists against the walls and voices breaking through static. It’s a darker, more resolved end to the storm we started in Part I - less about survival, more about defiance. We didn’t write these songs to be safe. We wrote them to feel alive. If you’ve ever felt like the only sane person in a twisted system - this one’s for you.”

Watch the Lyric Video for "LEECHER" Below:

PEAKS! is an exceptional alternative rock duo from Turin, Italy, who started their musical journey towards the end of 2020 with the jaw-dropping debut song ‚ “Blackout, which amassed over 2 million Spotify streams.

PEAKS! is intensely creative and has formed a very strong distinctive image through their visual output since the start: they shoot and create their own videos and content, while collaborating with the renowned Italian graphic designer Giulia Lunge to realize and stay true to their vision.

From big fuzzy guitar riffs to catchy hooks, their musical influences draw from 70s rock to 90/2000s Electro Pop, as well as current bands such as The Score, Twenty One Pilots, Imagine Dragons, grandson, YUNGBLUD, Bishop Briggs, Welshly Arms, SAINT PHNXand more.

Order 'Modern World Survivors II' HERE

PEAKS! debuted live at The Great Escape (2022) in Brighton, gaining huge acclaim that led to festival slots at 2000 Trees in the UK and supporting Pearl Jam at BST Hyde Park in London, then Placebo in Mantova (Italy), their Italian debut in front of 10,000 people. They wrapped up 2022 by playing with Frank Carter and the Rattlesnakes.

2023 saw PEAKS! returning to The Great Escape in Brighton, playing at the first Slam Dunkin Italy, followed by support slots with Dead Poets Society in Holland, and summer shows with Placebo in Italy and Switzerland. They played with Placebo again in 2024, as well as performing at the Storing Festival in The Netherlands.

Over the years, PEAKS! have received great support from DSPs, including placements on New Music Friday playlists across Europe on Spotify, and Fresh Rock and New Rockplaylists on Amazon Music. 

The band have been featured on BBC Radio 1’s ‘Future Artists’ with Jack Saunders and on Kerrang! Radio, as well as earning strong airplay in the UK and across Europe. On TV, their music has been used on Love Island in the UK and on BBC’s Match of the Day, as well as on various US sync projects.

PEAKS! are:

Luca Del Fiore

Lorenzo Mazzucchi

LANIE GARDNER DROPS NEW EP POLAROIDS, SHINES AT CMA FEST 2025

Rising country talent Lanie Gardner capped a breakout week with the release of her new EP Polaroids (BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville) and a string of standout performances across CMA Fest 2025.


The six-song project blends country grit, alt-pop edge, and acoustic soul into what Entertainment Focus hails as a “confident leap into Southern pop-country terrain, bringing groove, grit, and a whole lot of attitude.” Produced by Oscar Charles, Jonathan Singleton, and Chris Ganoudis, the project includes standout releases like the “searing and sultry” (Billboard) “Buzzkill," the emotionally charged “Concrete Cowboy,” and the breezy new opener “Takin’ The Slow Ride.” Listen to Polaroids here.


To celebrate the release, Gardner performed across CMA Fest stages, including Spotify House, the Reverb Stage, Ole Red’s On The Rise Showcase, and a surprise spotlight at Darius Rucker and Friends at The Ryman alongside Morgan Wallen, Luke Bryan and more. She also joined the CMT Next Women of Country showcase and hosted a packed release party at Chief’s Bar in downtown Nashville.

She closes out the week as Apple Music Country’s “Riser of the Month,” featured throughout June on Country Risers Radio with Ward Guenther. Listen here

With Polaroids, Gardner proves she’s "a dynamic artist who can shift between moods, genres, and personas with ease,” writes Entertainment Focus. “She’s not only got the voice, but also the vision, to claim her space in modern Southern pop and mainstream country.”

Photo Credit: Kory Thompson

ABOUT LANIE GARDNER:

Lanie Gardner’s extraordinary journey is a testament to her unmatched talent and unwavering determination, from her roots in the Appalachian Mountains to international stages. A gifted storyteller and songwriter from an early age, Lanie crafted a distinctive blend of classic rock and country influences that quickly set her apart. Her career skyrocketed after her cover of Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” went viral, amassing over 60 million views. With her debut self-penned album A Songwriter’s Diary, released in late 2024, Gardner held her own offering a deeply personal 10-track journey through her roots and creative beginnings. Now, Gardner unveils her highly anticipated new EP, Polaroids (BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville)— a six-track blend of feel-good energy and message-driven meaning, featuring standout tracks like the previously released “Buzzkill” and the emotionally charged “Concrete Cowboy.” Acclaimed by Billboard as “a true artist with staying power" and by MusicRow as “one of the most exciting rising stars today,” Lanie’s rise has been marked by significant milestones, including being named by the Recording Academy and Amazon Music as a “2025 Artist to Watch” and to CMT’s Next Women of Country: Class of 2025. From being featured on the movie soundtracks for Queen of the Ring and Twisters to touring with the Jonas Brothers, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson and ZZ Ward, Lanie is on the fast-track to stardom. Most recently, she collaborated with country superstar Thomas Rhett and Warren Zeiders, being featured on their just-released tracks “What Could Go Right” and “Love In Letting Go,” respectively. This year alone, she made her Stagecoach debut, joined Corey Kent’s Black Bandana Tour, and will hit the road again this summer/fall with Gavin Adcock. She was also recently invited to make her Opry debut, further solidifying her place as one of the genre’s most exciting new voices. Her soulful sound and captivating stage presence have earned her widespread acclaim and a dedicated fan base. As she continues her ascendancy, Lanie remains a genre-defying artist.

CARSEX Release 'Landmine' Video From "Human Interest" EP

Long Beach, CA Punk/Metal band CARSEX have released their ferocious new EP “Human Interest”, which is a deep dive into timely themes about the current state of our chaotic world.  They channel their anger and angst into 7 pummeling tracks.  The EP was produced by Steve Evetts (Sepultura, The Dillinger Escape Plan, Butcher Babies) at Maple Studios in Santa Ana, CA, and mastered by Alan Douches at West West Side Music in New Windsor, NY. 

 

The EP’s focus track “Landmine” is a heavy, chugging anthem that’s forges ahead like a sonic M1 Abrams Tank.  CARSEX singer Nigel Burk says “Landmine’ is a follow-up to our song “Your Lesson”, which delved into succumbing to various forms of temptation and how we’re taught to fear divine retribution if we fall prey to these desires.  “Landmine” takes it a step further - it’s akin to a bad acid trip where everything is distorted…    You come to the realization that there is no absolution and you’re going to burn anyway.  It’s like walking through a field of landmines – you’re going to blow up, no matter what you do”.

Director Chris Michael explains the “Landmine” video concept: “I teamed up with my buddies in CARSEX to bring their video “Landmine” to life. This track’s a banger, and I was honored to storyboard and shoot it. The concept dives into the effects of an acid trip: The cool blue colors for the initial calm, then harsh reds and awkward angles take over as the hallucinations hit. We swapped the mic for a grenade to push the hallucinatory theme further.”  He continues: “We were under red and blue lighting for hours so long we actually thought we were tripping…. Some of the guys swore the colors were shifting and moving.  Everything about the shoot stayed true to the theme: chaos, distortion, and the constant threat of land mines.”

CARSEX has previously released 2 songs from the EP - “Crooked Canvas” and “Sitting Ducks”, with both tracks gaining support on Heavy Music playlists including Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Pandora and Audiomack. The band’s other releases include 2019’s CarSex and 2020’s 2020 EP, which featured the singles “Your Generation” and “Lovesick”. The band is scheduling shows in support the EP release and will be doing an extended tour in the fall.

 

Live Show

Saturday, Sept. 6th - Supply & Demand - Long Beach CA

 

CARSEX:

  Nigel Burk - Vocals

Shane Lausch – Lead Guitar

Justin Jolley – Rhythm Guitar

Jeremy Schott – Bass

Jason Blaustein - Drums

   

Connect & Share with CARSEX

Official Website: https://carsexlbc.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CARSEXLBC/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carsexlbc/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@carsexlbc

Vestige Release Heavy New Single Ahead of Hellfest Debut

Ahead of their first-ever performance at Hellfest, today, Vestige are releasing a heavy new single. “Envy” is shaped by the scars of childhood trauma. The way the song flips between haunting post-metal atmosphere and hard melodic edge captures the volatile state between fragility and fury.  

Watch the blazing video for “Envy” below:

Stream

https://orcd.co/vestigeenvy

Vestige burst onto the modern metal landscape last year with their debut album Janis, but the band’s new single is rooted in deep psychological trauma. “Envy” finds vocalist and guitarist Théodore Rondeau returning to a cycle of domestic abuse, only to confront a parental figure’s jealous partner. “You never broke me / You tried”, he shouts, before pleading “Let me shine away from your controlling games”. Slowly and with deliberation, clean, sorrowful shoegaze gives way to eruptions of razor-sharp distortion and pummeling drums.

Envy is always seen / It hides from your words”, Rondeau roars, naming and reclaiming what was almost lost.    

Vestige will perform “Envy” as well as songs from  Janis during their performance at Hellfest on Saturday, June 21.

Janis is now available on Season of Mist

Order & Stream

https://orcd.co/vestigejanis

The signing with Season of Mist brings the band’s first milestone, allowing VESTIGE to share their journey in the form of their debut album, Janis. Poised for release in late 2024, the album is a culmination of their collective efforts and a statement of the band’s arrival in the heavy music scene. Weaving through atmospheric shoegaze textures, melodic landscapes and intense, tormented moments that reflects the emotional spectrum of the human experience, the band established a foothold into the genre of modern metal.
 

Beyond the studio, VESTIGEis gearing up for a series of live performance in 2024, setting the stage for an introspective musical experience that brings raw and authentic energy. A cathartic release that pulls in the listener into the emotional depths the band has to bring.


Lineup:
Théo dore Rondeau - Vocals, Guitar

Thomas Petit - Guitar

Pierre-André Krauzer - Bass
Quentin Regnault - Drums

Photography & Video Production:
Mathieu Ezan

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British Rock Sensation INGLORIOUS Releases New Studio Album 'V' via Frontiers Music Srl

Acclaimed British hard rock band INGLORIOUS is thrilled to release their highly anticipated new studio album, “V,” out now via Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate, the band has released a new track, "Say What You Wanna Say," alongside a visualizer, available to view below.

Vocalist Nathan James commented on the new single:

’Say What You Wanna Say’ is the kind of track that all the INGLORIOUS fans are going to love. It's that high energy high tempo vibe with lots of punch, but also with a bit of a twist. Colinwrote this musically and I love the chorus. It's a big tune and one I'm really looking forward to doing live”.

Bassist Colin Parkinson added:

“The track is a statement of attitude with a punk meets Mötley Crüe feel. Nathan was very open to changing up vocal styles and trying new approaches on this, which has worked really well. I look forward to playing this one live!”

 

Watch the Visualizer for “Say What You Wanna Say” Below:

INGLORIOUS returns with frontman Nathan James and original bassist Colin Parkinson. Nathan James, who founded the band in 2014, has been singing professionally for 20 years. He has performed/recorded with artists such as Ginger Baker, Uli Jon Roth, and The Trans-Siberian Orchestra.

More recently, he has appeared in Jeff Wayne’s musical version of The War Of The Worlds, Steve Steinman’s Vampires Rock Symphonic, 80’s Classical, and Zeppelin Symphonic. Nathan also fronts Supergroup Iconic, under the Frontiers roster featuring Michael Sweet, Joel Hoekstra, Marco Mendoza, and Tommy Aldridge.

In 2022, after a lengthy UK tour, INGLORIOUS announced a hiatus. After seven years of non-stop touring with bands such as The Winery Dogs, Steel Panther, The Dead Daisies, Last In Line, as well as their own international tours and festival appearances, recording four original albums, a live album and a covers album, everyone felt it was the right time to take a break.

Nathan is now back, looking forward to unleashing his powerful voice, and he joined forces once again with original INGLORIOUS bass player and main co-writer Colin Parkinson, who co-wrote and released the first three albums with the band: 'Inglorious,' 'II' and 'Ride To Nowhere.'

Joining them is renowned guitarist Richard Shaw, best known for his work with English extreme metal band Cradle Of Filth, as well as NG26, Emperor Chung, and Plague Of Angels. Richard brings exceptional musicality and a fresh energy to the band’s sound.

On drums, longtime friend of Nathan, Henry Rogers, completes the lineup. A celebrated musician, Henry has played with Touchstone, Mostly Autumn, Mia Klose, and Mark Kelly’s Marathon and has earned accolades such as “Drummer Of The Year” in Classic Rock Prog Magazine and Rhythm Magazine’s list of influential progressive drummers.

Produced by Colin Parkinson, 'V' was mixed by Tony Draper, who also worked on 'Inglorious II' and 'Ride To Nowhere,' ensuring the album retains the band’s signature sound while exploring new heights.

About the new album, James stated:

“In the summer of 2023, I sent a message to Colin and asked him if he wanted to come for a pint. A few meetings and writing sessions later, we had more than an album’s worth of great material, and I can honestly say I've enjoyed every second of creating this album with him and the new lineup. Colin has always been a great songwriter, and over the years we've both matured as artists, writers, performers, and people. This is going to be a great year for INGLORIOUS and I'm excited to welcome Colin back and to share this new music with everyone”.

Parkinson adds:

“I am extremely happy to be returning to INGLORIOUS after a while away. It’s the right time to get some kickass new music out there for the fans and to focus on the future. Writing and recording with Nathan again has been the easiest it’s ever been; it all flowed so well. We’ve all played and sang our asses off on these songs and I know the new album will not disappoint!”

Order 'V' HERE

INGLORIOUS are:

Nathan James - Vocals, backing vocals

Colin Parkinson - Bass guitar, /acoustic guitar, electric guitar, keys, percussion

Richard Shaw - Electric guitars

Henry Rogers - Drums, percussion

Tony Draper – Keys

OUT NOW FROM TURIAN - Blood Quantum Blues

Wise Blood Records presents the mind-blowing new album from Seattle metallic hardcore outfit TURIAN. Blood Quantum Blues blends the band’s explosive hardcore with a fresh palette of influences, making it one of the most vibrant, unique, and powerful heavy albums in recent memory.

“We are always trying to push ourselves and make better music, so we are never married to a sound or ideology,” shares guitarist Ryan Metztli-Moon. “A big push for us on this record was to make exactly the music we wanted to hear and not compromise on anything until we were all happy with it. That ultimately encompasses an enormous amount of influences and ideas.”

“This is the first album where we truly feel like ourselves,” adds drummer Andrew Nyte. “Up until this point, we were searching for our voice, but the influences were always there. Specifically, we wanted to bring electronic production into the mix, since a couple of us have been making electronic music longer than making metal. I think that was a huge change for us and one that felt completely natural.”

As their riffs smash tyranny, vocalist Vern Metztli-Moon guides the album through a blood-soaked history of American violence and oppression. “As a Yaqui Indian, this album is about my ancestors, acknowledging their unheard grief and our transcendental connection to one another,” Vern Moon explains. “It’s also about my decision to confront and break cycles of destruction caused by multiple generations of colonial genocide.”

Blood Quantum Blues is both a standout metallic hardcore album and a weapon of retribution. Wise Blood and TURIAN will release the album June 6th on CD, Cassette, and Digital formats.

TURIAN is:
Vern Metztli-Moon – Vocals
Cris Sanchez – Bass
Andrew Nyte – Drums
Ryan Metztli-Moon – Guitar
Carlye Nyte – Electronics

Recorded by Nicholas Wilbur at The Unknown, and TURIAN at Buster Room
Mixed by Jamie Uertz at Silver Cord
Mastered by Johann Meyer at Silver Cord
Produced by Andrew Nyte
Artwork by Diske UnoLayout by David Jaggar
Band Photography by John Donovan Malley

Dedicated to Gabe

UNFILTERED: LANIE GARDNER REVEALS NEW PICTURE-PERFECT EP, POLAROIDS, AVAILABLE NOW

Named a “2025 Artist to Watch” by the Recording Academy/GRAMMY and Amazon Music, Lanie Gardner, unveils her highly anticipated new EP, Polaroids, via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. A six-track collection full of vivid storytelling, boundary-pushing soundscapes, and emotional truth, Polaroids is the perfect soundtrack for long drives, golden-hour moments, and everything in between. Listen to Polaroids here.

 

Produced by Oscar Charles, Jonathan Singleton, and Chris Ganoudis, Polaroids blends modern country grit with alt-pop edge and acoustic soul, capturing a 25-year-old artist fully stepping into her voice and vision. Building on the raw intimacy of her 2024 debut album A Songwriter’s Diary, Gardner widens the lens with this new project, giving each co-written song a mellow mix of feel-good energy and message-driven meaning.

Polaroids feels like a time capsule of everything I’ve lived and learned these past few years,” shares Lanie. “Each song is a snapshot of a moment that shaped me — the highs, the heartbreak and everything along the way.”

Alongside previously released standouts like “Buzzkill”—called “searing and sultry” by Billboard—and the emotionally charged “Concrete Cowboy,” Polaroids features a mix of new tracks that further showcase Gardner’s range. Highlights include the breezy opener “Takin’ The Slow Ride,” a windows-down anthem blending country rock with Southern soul, and the bright, roots-pop groove of “Hold Your Horses,” a playful reminder to slow down and soak it all in.

 

Gardner celebrated the release of Polaroids with a string of appearances at CMA Fest 2025, including standout performances at Spotify House, the Reverb Stage, and Ole Red’s On The Rise Opry celebration, as well as a surprise spotlight set at Darius Rucker and Friends at The Ryman. Today, she will perform at this year’s CMT Next Women of Country program at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, followed by her Polaroids EP release party at Chief’s Bar in downtown Nashville. To cap it off, Lanie will be featured as Apple Music Country's "Riser of the Month," joining host Ward Guenther for weekly in-depth conversations on Country Risers Radio HERE

Gardner continues to earn praise and high-profile collaborations across the Country music landscape. Her recent duet “What Could Go Right” with Thomas Rhett remains a fixture on top country streaming playlists, while her heartfelt team-up with Warren Zeiders on “Loving in Letting Go” showcases her emotional depth and vocal power.

 

This year alone, she made her Stagecoach debut, joined Corey Kent’s Black Bandana Tour, and will hit the road again this fall with Gavin Adcock. She was also named to CMT’s 2025 Next Women of Country class and was recently invited to make her Opry debut, further solidifying her place as one of the genre’s most exciting new voices.

 

Lanie first gained attention with her viral cover of “Dreams” (55M+ views), which hit No. 25 on the Billboard Rock charts and led to collaborations with David Guetta and MORTEN and her original music has been featured on the soundtracks for both Twisters and Queen of the Ring. As Billboard put it, she’s “a true artist with staying power,” and MusicRow calls her “one of the most exciting rising stars today.”

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Aftermath Releases There is Something Wrong - Redacted, A Stripped-Down Version of their 2019 Album ​

Chicago metal legends Aftermath have unveiled a new version of their critically praised 2019 concept album with the release of There is Something Wrong – Redacted. This leaner, more direct version of the record features eight songs, omitting the intros, interludes, and outros.

 

Released 25 years after their groundbreaking debut Eyes of Tomorrow, There is Something Wrong marked Aftermath’s return with a bold and disturbing message—one that challenged listeners to confront uncomfortable truths. The album’s dark themes and intense lyrical content proved polarizing at the time of its release.

𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝑺𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑾𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒈 is a dark concept album meant to disturb the listener.  

 

"Back in 2019, the lyrics and concept were too much for some listeners, but for some that feeling has changed since Covid.  Regardless, we always intended on releasing a version with only the songs," says the band.

 

The Redacted edition strips the album down to its core—eight explosive tracks delivered without preamble. It offers a new way to experience the raw energy and pointed social commentary that define There is Something Wrong.

 

There is Something Wrong – Redacted is available now exclusively on all streaming services here: https://ffm.to/aftermath-tisw-redacted

Currently, the band is in the studio recording their fourth studio album. Aftermath promises to deliver 11 tracks of pure, uncompromising metal.

 

The band states, "We are excited to be back in the studio. We can’t wait for everyone to hear this album. It’s heavy, it’s catchy, and in typical Aftermath fashion it sounds totally different from our previous albums."

 

The new album is being recorded at Electrowerks Recording, with engineering and mixing by Chuck Macak. Additional details, including the album title, tracklist, and release date, will be announced in the coming months.

Chicago based Aftermath, fronted by Kyriakos "Charlie" Tsiolis, formed in October 1985 when Charlie and his schoolmate Steve Sacco (Guitar) got together. This early incarnation with Adam (Bass) and Ray Schmidt (Drums) released their first demo in 1986 featuring “Sentenced to Death”, “Revenge”, “Shotgun” and “The Aftermath”.

In 1987, they unleashed their second demo entitled Killing the Future featuring the tracks “When Will You Die”, “Going No Place”, “Chaos”, “Meltdown” and “War for Freedom”. The band pursued a mind-blowing speed and technical brand of thrash that soon set them apart from the pack and in the process made them a pioneering crossover thrash band.

 

The tracks "War for Freedom" & "When Will You Die" were both featured on the British Metal Forces magazine_compilation LP Demolition: Scream Your Brains Out in 1988. Their appearance on the Metal Forces compilation further expanded the band's international appeal.

In 2020, Aftermath released a re-imagined version of the John Lennon classic, "Give Peace a Chance". The song was remixed and remastered for the new album and included on the record because of the message.

 

“John Lennon’s urgent call for peace in Give Peace a Chance is more important today than ever, and our call for peace with this cover is the perfect message to follow up our previous album. We released a dark concept album with a bleak message and felt it was important to follow that up with something positive. The visuals in the video are as important as the lyrics in a way. We live in a visual world today and this video needed to get out the message of HOPE. Having a young girl be the focus of the video was our way of getting that across. Seeing only positive acts when she puts on Lennon’s famous glasses was the perfect visual metaphor. Lennon’s message is transmitted not only through his lyrics but also through the perspective created by his unique lenses” says the band.

 

The video was directed by critically acclaimed video director Steven Nathan in New York City.

 

Aftermath unleashed their highly awaited masterpiece, No Time to Waste, through Zoid Entertainment/TLG/INgrooves on March 17, 2023. This release stands as the triumphant conclusion to a powerful trilogy, representing a notable departure from the somber tones of its predecessor.

 

In an exclusive statement, Kyriakos "Charlie" Tsiolis shared, "We take immense pride in this album, a culmination of a trilogy that commenced with our debut. Crafted during a challenging era in contemporary history, 'No Time to Waste' emerges as an anthem of hope. In contrast to our previous dark conceptual endeavor, we've refined this record. The ten tracks within are both weighty and charged, delivering a potent metal experience coupled with a profound message - that collectively, we can overcome, but time is of the essence."

 

AFTERMATH is:
Kyriakos "Charlie" Tsiolis - Vocals
Steve Sacco - Guitar
Ray Schmidt - Drums
George Lagis - Bass

SYLOSIS - Release Video For 'Soured Ground' + Limited Vinyl Run Of 'The Path' EP

Storming metal unit SYLOSIS have released the video for the vitriolic 'Soured Ground', taken from their most recent EP, The Path. The band have also announced a limited vinyl run of the EP which can be purchased now from https://sylosis.bfan.link/the-path

On the release of the new video, the band comments:

"Following the success of The Path, it was clear that we had to immortalise these songs on some form of physical media. We knew the songs were strong, but did not expect them to connect with people the way that have. In light of this, we have a very limited pressing of the EP in coke bottle green with custom etching. The finished product is stunning and we can't wait to share it with you. To further celebrate the release, we shot a new video for the song Soured Ground. This was the obvious choice for the video after seeing all the fan feedback. We have a limited number of signed vinyl available on our webstore and on tour in Europe this month. Be sure to grab yourself a copy, and we'll see you on the road - Ali, Ben, Conor & Josh."