Morgan Wallen’s Roisterous Return to SNL

Live from New York, Morgan Wallen returned to NBC’s Saturday Night Live last night (3/29/25) to perform two new songs from his fourth studio album, I’m The Problem, arriving Friday, May 16, 2025.
 
Host and Oscar winner Mikey Madison first introduced Wallen for “I’m The Problem.” Strumming his Martin J40 guitar center stage, Wallen took to the iconic 30 Rock set with an evidence board filled by personal images of the superstar dating back to 2018, as Mark “Taco” Annino on drums set atop a vintage desk riser flanked by his touring band Luke Rice on bass; Dominic Frost on guitar and vocals; Tyler Tomlinson on guitar; Chris Gladden on keys; and Tony Aichele on acoustic guitar. 
 
Three segments later Wallen returned with “Just In Case,” this time kicking off next to a TV console with text periodically flickering, sending fans into a frenzy online about the much rumored album track titles. 

“Just In Case” was written by Wallen, John Byron, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, Ryan Vojtesak, Josh Thompson, Blake Pendergrass and Alex Bak; and “I’m The Problem” was written by Wallen, Ernest Keith Smith, Ryan Vojtesak, Grady Block and Jamie McLaughlin. Both songs were produced by Joey Moi and Charlie Handsome. Listen to “Just In Case” HERE and “I’m The Problem” below.
 
Wallen recently became the first artist ever to have two albums spend over 100 weeks in the top 10 of the Billboard200 chart, with Forbes proclaiming “he’s managed incredible feats that few in his genre before him came close to.” With each album, Wallen has refined his music, but with this one, Wallen digs even deeper, providing a glimpse into his life that feels more intimate, more grounded, and closer to his core.
 
The project sparked Wallen’s 2025 I’m The Problem Tour. Kicking off June 20 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, Wallen’s 20-show run will include stops in Seattle, Washington; Foxborough, Massachusetts; Toronto, Ontario and more. With a second stop recently added in Madison, Wisconsin, Wallen’s appearances will mark the first time an artist has played two consecutive nights at Camp Randall Stadium.
 
A rotating lineup of guests including Brooks & Dunn, Miranda Lambert, Thomas Rhett and Koe Wetzel join in direct support with Gavin Adcock, Corey Kent, Ella Langley and Anne Wilson as first-of-three across select dates. Coupled with Wallen’s Sand In My Boots Festival, these 21 shows are the only place to see the superstar in 2025. 

About Morgan Wallen:
Morgan Wallen sets the pace in, and beyond, country music – with Billboard calling him “the biggest country star in the world” and The New York Times doubling down, declaring he’s “one of the biggest stars in pop, period.” With 17 No. 1 singles at Country radio, 19 Billboard Music Awards to-date, more than 170 weeks spent atop Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart (the most in country music history), the highest selling country tour under his belt and more, Wallen has propelled country music to a global level in less than five years. As Las Vegas Review Journal puts it: “Wallen’s appeal is remarkable as it is fueled by his ability to connect to a crowd.” 
 
With Dangerous: The Double Album, Wallen solidified his place as country music’s “dominant superstar,” with the project recently being named Billboard’s No. 1 Album of the 21st Century. One Thing At A Time’s groundbreaking success saw Wallen’s crossover appeal reach a global scale, as he topped the Australian ARIA charts for the first time, along with a host of other accolades. With two No. 1’s already hailing from his forthcoming album release I’m The Problem, due May 16 via Big Loud / Mercury, Wallen digs even deeper, uncovering a side that’s both more vulnerable and more resolute than ever before.
 
As Wallen prepares a refreshed setlist for his 20-stadium-show I’m the Problem Tour, kicking off on June 20 in Houston, Texas, he’s also highlighting some of his favorite artists by bringing the personally-curated, multi-genre Sand In My Boots Festival to Gulf Shores, Alabama, this May, which sold out in less than two hours.
 
Wallen continues to donate a portion of every ticket sold to his Morgan Wallen Foundation—which supports youth music and athletic programs and gives communities access to essentials in times of crisis. More at MorganWallen.com.

VENDEX Is Back in NYC — KHAOS Returns Next Friday at H0l0

Hailing from Barcelona, Vendex is a DJ and producer who began mixing at just 14 and has since forged his own path in the world of techno. Deeply influenced by Dante’s Divine Comedy and the philosophy of alchemy, he crafts a sound that takes listeners on an intense, otherworldly journey. Blending Dark, Industrial, Acid, and Hard Techno, his music evokes the depths of the underworld, guiding you through the nine circles of hell, purgatory, and ultimately, paradise.

Prepare for a night of relentless energy and unrelenting darkness. Lost Souls—Khaos is coming, and there is no escape.

Event Details

Friday, April 4th

Venue: H0L0 NYC

Time: 22:00 - 06:00

Age: 21+ (Physical ID strictly required)

Lineup: Vendex + More Artists TBA

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OF LIMBO Share Homage To Van Halen With "Finish What Ya Started"

OF LIMBO are sharing a fun new homage to Van Halen with their acoustic version of the classic “Finish What Ya Started”.  It’s the 2nd release from the California band off their upcoming “Unplugged” album, which will be released this summer.

Recorded at the band’s home studio in Long Beach, their self-produced rendition is a tongue-in-cheek remake that adheres to the original, while making it a bluesy, sexy and hell raising version that is the trademark sound that OF LIMBO has become known for. 

The band’s Jake Davies says “Jason Klein (formerly of Butcher Babies), our “Unplugged” bassist, brought us this one and we knew we had to do it. Van Hagar at their best! It’s a true “hound-dog” masterpiece.  We would never try to improve on their perfection. But we did take a couple liberties with the song here and there!”

The “Finish What Ya Started” video was directed by Brandon Vancour and filmed at OF LIMBO’s home studio in Long Beach. Jake explains “We just wanted to have fun and recreate the classic Van Halen video. We played around a little bit to make it a version our fans have come to expect. Other than that, we just followed their lead and hit up a couple babes (Internet sensations Heather Leather and Lindsey Ferrari) to dress up like rocker cowgirls while we danced around and sang along. There might have been some tequila involved…”

The band is ramping up their live shows to celebrate on release day for the song.  More dates are currently being booked to support the album release.

Live Shows

Friday, March 28th @ Alex’s Bar - Long Beach, CA

Friday, April 18th @ 4th Street Vine - Long Beach, CA  (Acoustic)
        Saturday, May 3rd @ The 3 Clubs – Hollywood, CA (Full band/Electric)

About OF LIMBO:

Brothers Jake and Luke Davies were raised in Melbourne, Australia – but relocated to Long Beach, CA to further their music career in the states. The band pride themselves on making every show a party with their unique take on Heavy Rock N’ Roll. Kevin Martin of Candlebox says "OF LIMBO is the last dangerous Rock N’ Roll band you f*&^rs will ever see live". OF LIMBO play 100+ shows per year, and have toured nationally with Wolfmother, Hinder, Candlebox, Buckcherry, Joyous Wolf, and Blue Oyster Cult, among others.  Their high-energy performances create an electric atmosphere that is infectious, making it impossible not to have fun.

OF LIMBO released “Joke’s On You” in early 2025, as a follow-up to 2024’s “Estrada”.  They saw their profile raised significantly with “California Demon” in 2023, which saw the song placed on all major DSP platforms on multiple Hard Rock & Metal playlists, and widespread press acclaim including Loudwire, HEAVY, BraveWords, The PRP, Substream, Medium, Ramzine, Rock N’ Load, and more.  2022’s “Let’s Go” also received adds on multiple playlists on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and Pandora. The “Let’s Go” video made several Top 10 lists for Video Of The Year.  Previously released songs include ‘Happened Again’, ‘Nothing But Now’ ; ‘Nicotine’; and ‘Fight For Your Right’ (Beastie Boys cover).

Official Website

https://www.oflimbo.com/

For More Information, Contact:
Ed Bunker – NPM PR and Marketing
Ed@NPMPRandMarketing.com

Rising Country Sensation Maddox Batson Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut

Hailed as “one of the most exciting new voices in Country music” by Holler, breakout country artist Maddox Batson made his Grand Ole Opry debut on Wednesday, March 26, performing two songs from his recently released EP First Dance.
 
In between performing “I Don’t Like You Anymore” and “It Was You,” Batson shared, “Performing here at the Opry tonight means more to me than anything. I want to give a shout out to all my family here tonight. I can’t stop smiling. You’re making dreams come true for me!”
 
Chatting with Opry announcer Charlie Mattos on stage, Batson was asked, “How cool did it feel to be in that circle?”
 
“Walking out on this stage, the circle, is something I’ve wanted to do my entire life. I know I haven’t lived a long time, but…,” he shared smiling, with laughter from the audience. “Growing up in the country music space, growing up knowing the prestige of the Grand Ole Opry and actually coming out here to play it means the world to me. It’s the coolest thing ever.”
 
First Dance, available now via Prosper Entertainment/Warner Records, finds the multi-instrumental singer-songwriter captivating audiences with his heartfelt storytelling and signature sound. Listen HERE.
 
Talking about First Dance from the Opry stage, he shared, “I’ve never been more proud of a body of music. A year ago, I released my first song ‘Tears in the River.’ And then a year and six days later, I got to release my debut EP. I’m so proud of it and glad the fans are liking it so far.”
 
The EP arrives after standout “I Don’t Like You Anymore,” surpassing 1 million Spotify streams and 3.2 million YouTube views on its accompanying music video. It follows in the wake of the buzzing “X’s,” which has already amassed over 6 million Spotify streams in addition to 11 million YouTube views on the music video.
 
First Dance features seven tracks with the same youthful magnetism, including highlights like the single “Girl In Green.” Showcasing his stunning signature style, Batson paints a cinematic picture on the catchy chorus, “Tell me, have you seen the girl in green? Felt like a movie, yes it could’ve been a dream.” The music video for “Girl In Green” is available now - watch HERE.

Photo Credit: Chris Hollo/Grand Ole Opry

Talking about First Dance from the Opry stage, he shared, “I’ve never been more proud of a body of music. A year ago, I released my first song ‘Tears in the River.’ And then a year and six days later, I got to release my debut EP. I’m so proud of it and glad the fans are liking it so far.”
 
The EP arrives after standout “I Don’t Like You Anymore,” surpassing 1 million Spotify streams and 3.2 million YouTube views on its accompanying music video. It follows in the wake of the buzzing “X’s,” which has already amassed over 6 million Spotify streams in addition to 11 million YouTube views on the music video.
 
First Dance features seven tracks with the same youthful magnetism, including highlights like the single “Girl In Green.” Showcasing his stunning signature style, Batson paints a cinematic picture on the catchy chorus, “Tell me, have you seen the girl in green? Felt like a movie, yes it could’ve been a dream.” The music video for “Girl In Green” is available now - watch HERE.
 
This spring, Batson will hit the road once again with headlining tour dates in New York City, Dallas, Chicago and more, along with a performance at Stagecoach Music Festival in Indio, CA. Following high demand, Batson upgraded venues across the country with limited tickets remaining. This fall, he’s set to join one of country’s biggest stars, supporting Lainey Wilson’s Whirlwind Tour.

Tour Routing:
March 28 || Columbus, OH || The Bluestone*
March 29 || Louisville, KY || Mercury Ballroom*
March 30 || Indianapolis, IN || Egyptian Room*
April 4 || Rosemont, IL || Joe’s Live*
April 5 || Rootstown, OH || Dusty Armadillo*
April 6 || New York, NY || Irving Plaza*
April 9 || Savannah, GA || Victory North*
April 10 || Charleston, SC || Charleston Music Hall*
April 11 || Raleigh, NC || Lincoln Theatre*
April 13 || Huntsville, AL || Mars Music Hall*
April 17 || Dallas, TX || House of Blues*
April 18 || Houston, TX || White Oak Music Hall - Downstairs *
April 19 || Austin, TX || Emo’s Austin *
April 22 || Denver, CO || Summit
April 24 || Phoenix, AZ || Crescent Ballroom*
April 26 || Indio, CA || Stagecoach Music Festival                
June 28 || Fairfield, CA || Vineyard Jam 2025
July 20 || Valparaiso, IN || Porter County Fair
Aug 10 || West Chester Township, OH || Voices of America Country Music Fest
Sept 11 || Baton Rouge, LA || Raising Cane’s River Center^
Sept 12 || Baton Rouge, LA || Raising Cane’s River Center^
Sept 13 || Bossier City, LA || Brookshire Grocery Arena^
Oct 2 || Nashville, TN || Bridgestone Arena^
Oct 16 || St. Louis, MO || Hollywood Casio Amphitheatre^
Oct 17 || Rosemont, IL || Allstate Arena^
Oct 18 || Saint Paul, MN || Xcel Energy Center^
 
*SOLD OUT
^Lainey Wilson Support Dates
 
About Maddox Batson:
Maddox Batson navigates the world with wisdom and wit far beyond his 15 years. After the Nashville-born, Alabama-based songwriter began gaining notoriety covering songs from Zach Bryan, Red Clay Strays, and more, he started to write his own songs. Thanks to early singles like “Tears In The River” and “I Wanna Know,” Batson quickly showed that he wasn’t only a star at covering country hits, but an excellent writer of his own home-cooked cuts – a practice he saw first-hand as a co-writer on Lana Del Rey and Quavo’s smash hit collaboration, “Tough.”
 
With the arrival of his latest single, “Girl In Green” and his EP First Dance, Batson is ready to show the world what he can create all while preparing for sold-out live shows across the country, his debut appearance at Stagecoach Music Festival and more new music. Life is moving fast for the multi-instrumentalist (piano, guitar & mandolin) who has fully embraced his next-up in country-pop music.  “It can be overwhelming, this life, but I’ve got a lot of good people surrounding me,” he explains. “I’m still just a kid, though, and I’m happy about that.” More at MaddoxBatson.com. 
 
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Christian Hayes Releases “Through It All” + Lyric Video Out Now

Ever since Capitol Records recording artist Christian Hayes’ love for songwriting was born in a journal his grandpa gifted him at age seven, music has been an avenue for him to navigate complex emotions associated with growing up and the heartaches that come with it. The release of his latest song, “Through It All,” is no exception, as Hayes toggles with learning to move on from a relationship alone.
 
Listen to “Through It All” HERE and watch the “Through It All” lyric video BELOW.
 
“I wrote ‘Through It All’ in celebration of all the times I made it through things without the people who promised they’d be there for me,” reflects Hayes. “It’s a song about realizing you’re strong enough - and you are enough… It’s something I hope you can find strength in as well.”
 
Written by Hayes and Jonah Kagen, and produced by Kagen, the emotional ballad conveys the anguish of a relationship ending with a person who was expected to be around to help weather life’s storms. 

Prior to “Through It All,” Hayes released his debut EP, Last I Love You, in September 2024. Last I Love You casts a wide net, introducing Hayes’ genre-bending style by fusing Americana and folk, while bouncing between campfire ballads, cinematic soundscapes and raw, rowdy barn-burners. At the center of that sound is Hayes himself: a wise-beyond-his-years musician who knows he can't move forward without taking a look at his past. 
 
Genuine and articulate, Hayes comes from a long line of storytellers that includes his Grandpa Jack – a poet by profession. Born and raised in the foothills of Appalachia, Hayes began playing guitar at age eight. After high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy Reserve and attended the University of Alabama.
 
Hayes made his Grand Ole Opry debut on February 1, performing two songs: the unreleased "Home Sweet Home" and viral hit, "LILY." This Summer, Hayes will make his CMA Fest debut with a performance on the Hard Rock Stage.
 
Upcoming 2025 Tour Dates:
March 28 // Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival // Nashville, TN
April 18 // Boot Barn Hall // Gainesville, GA
June 5 // CMA Fest // Nashville, TN
June 6 // Downtown Historic McKinney Square // McKinney, TX
June 26 // Jackalope Jamboree 2025 // Pendleton, OR
Sept. 11 // Born & Raised 2025 // Pryor, OK

About Christian Hayes:
Raised in the Appalachian foothills of northern Georgia, Christian Hayes grew up surrounded by southern storytelling. His grandfather —a poet by profession —encouraged him to begin writing in a journal at 7 years old, sparking a habit that would eventually take Hayes to Nashville. A veteran of the US Navy Reserve, Hayes began applying the discipline of his military training to his work as a songwriter, amassing more than 900 original songs by his mid-twenties. Five of those songs appear on Last I Love You, his debut for Capitol Records available now. Produced by Lukas Bracewell and steeped in Hayes' unique version of American roots music, Last I Love You features the viral hit "LILY" (which racked up more than 3 million streams before the EP's official release), the anthemic "Black Gold," and a mix of effortless melodies, cinematic folk and rowdy, barn-burning Americana. Earlier this year Hayes made his debuts on both the Grand Ole Opry and Bluebird stages. More at Christianhayesmusic.com.

Eric Church Brings 'Evangeline vs. The Machine Live' to Nashville's The Pinnacle May 23 & 24

Widely renowned for his singular concerts, with Forbes remarking that he “frequently looks to shake up just how fans experience live music,” Eric Church once again offers a unique live experience with an exclusive pair of shows set for May 23 and 24 at Nashville’s newest live music venue, The Pinnacle, in celebration of the release of his highly anticipated May 2 album, Evangeline vs. The Machine. Pre-order/pre-save the album HERE.
 
Tickets to Evangeline vs. The Machine Live go on sale to premium Church Choir members Monday, March 31 at 10 a.m. CT. Become a premium Church Choir member here.
 
The one-off shows will see Church perform the new album in sequence for the first time, while also treating fans to a number of compelling performances of his most iconic hits. A self-proclaimed “album artist,” Church has always championed the power of cohesive storytelling, and Evangeline vs. The Machine is no exception. “An album is a snapshot in time that lasts for all time,” Church shares of the creative approach behind the highly-anticipated new project. “I believe in that time-tested tradition of making records that live and breathe as one piece of art – I think it’s important.”
 
“I’ve always let creativity be the muse. It’s been a compass for me,” he adds. “The people that I look up to in my career and the kind of musicians I gravitate to never did what I thought they were going to do next – and I love them for it. I never want our fans to get an album and go, ‘Oh, that’s like Chief or that’s like this.’ Painstakingly, I lose sleep at night to try to make sure that whatever we do creatively, they go, ‘Wow, that's not what I thought.’ I think that's my job as an artist.”
 
Lead single “Hands Of Time” is already impressing, having set a new personal record en route to becoming most added at Country radio this week with 135 first-week stations and earning immediate praise from fans and critics alike. Stereogum lauded the “juicy, fired-up Southern rocker about living in a world that increasingly makes no sense to you;” Rolling Stone celebrated the “nostalgic jukebox, full of allusions to songs and artists that were essential to Church’s career: Bob Seger and ‘Hollywood Nights,’ Tom Petty and ‘Even the Losers,’ AC/DC’s ‘Back in Black,’ and Willie and Waylon’s ‘Luckenbach, Texas,’ among them;” and Billboard honored the way “the song builds into a punchy, rock-fueled anthem as Church sings of turning to simple pleasures – particularly music – to fend off the impact of the passing decades.”
 
Among the other songs featured on the forthcoming Jay Joyce-produced album is “Darkest Hour,” released ahead of the project to support relief efforts following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene in September 2024, with all of Church’s publishing royalties donated to provide ongoing funds in support of a more resilient future for his home state of North Carolina. “That song had the chance to change things—it already has,” Church reflects. “The greatest concert I’ve ever played was the Concert for Carolina – that’s the greatest thing I’ve been involved with. This song played a big part of that night and is a rallying cry for the people there that still need a lot of help. As a person who writes and performs a song, seeing it truly impact people’s lives is the greatest thing you can hope to accomplish.”
 
Also included is “Johnny,” a soul-stirring reinterpretation inspired by “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” and the Covenant School tragedy, which Church has previewed in limited settings at both his Chief’s To Beat The Devil residency and the recent Country Radio Seminar, leaving audiences in awe. “About a year ago, we had a shooting here in Nashville at the Covenant School,” he explained when introducing the song during CRS. “Where my kids go to school, my two boys, is about a mile from that school. I will tell you something, the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life – parent or otherwise – is dropping them off at that school the day after the shooting and watching them walk inside. I sat in the parking lot for a long time, and as fate would have it, as I was pulling out, Charlie Daniels was playing, ‘The Devil Went Down to Georgia.’ I remember thinking, man, we could use Johnny right now, because the Devil’s not in Georgia, he’s everywhere. I went home and wrote ‘Johnny’.”
 
For more information, visit EricChurch.com and follow on Facebook and Twitter/X @ericchurch and Instagram@ericchurchmusic.

About Eric Church
A seven-time ACM Award winner, four-time CMA Award winner (including the 2020 award for Entertainer of the Year) and 10-time GRAMMY nominee – including three nods for Best Country Album, Eric Church has amassed a passionate fan base around his critically acclaimed catalog of music. Church’s October 2024 release, “Darkest Hour,” saw the superstar signing over all of his publishing royalties to the people of North Carolina to provide immediate relief following the devastation of Hurricane Helene while also providing ongoing funds to support a more resilient future for his home state. The song is featured alongside current single “Hands Of Time” on his forthcoming album, Evangeline vs. The Machine arriving May 2, marking his first new music since 2021’s Heart & Soul triple album (“Stick That In Your Country Song,” “Hell Of A View”). That project followed prior releases including RIAA Gold-certified Desperate Man (“Some Of It,” “Desperate Man”); Platinum-certified Sinners Like Me (“How ’Bout You,” “Guys Like Me”), Carolina (“Smoke a Little Smoke,” “Love Your Love the Most”) and Mr. Misunderstood (“Record Year,” “Round Here Buzz”); Double-Platinum certified The Outsiders (“Like a Wrecking Ball,” “Talladega”); and 4x Platinum-certified Chief (“Springsteen,” “Drink In My Hand”), as well as 32 Gold, Platinum and multi-Platinum certified songs. Church is also a minority owner of the Charlotte Hornets, a co-owner of the iconic Field & Stream brand, has his own SiriusXM music channel, “Eric Church Outsiders Radio,” his own liquor offering, Whiskey JYPSI, and recently opened Chief’s, a six-story venue on Nashville’s famed lower Broadway.

KMFDM’s Lucia Cifarelli Joins Lords Of Acid’s “Praise The Lords” Tour as Opening Artist Along with Little Miss Nasty

Industrial music icon Lucia Cifarelli, best known as the fierce front woman for the world famous Ultra Heavy Beat sensation KMFDM, is officially joining the Lords Of Acid “Praise The Lords” Tour on select dates as a featured opening artist. She will hit the road along with the groundbreaking goth, edm, metal dance group Little Miss Nasty, adding even more fire to an already explosive and wild lineup.

Fans can expect Lucia to deliver a mesmerizing solo set packed with her signature power, grit, and dark glam. The tour promises a full night of provocative performance, raw sensuality, and unapologetic, female dominated industrial edge, giving fans across the U.S. a live experience like no other. And adding the final dagger of feminine power to this tour is Lords Of Acid’s new “Acid Queen” Carla Harvey (formerly of Butcher Babies fame)!

“We’re thrilled to have Lucia Cifarelli joining us on this tour,” says Lords Of Acid founder Praga Khan. “She’s a fearless powerhouse, and an industrial music legend!”

The “Praise The Lords” Tour kicks off May 27th in San Francisco and hits 27 cities across the country. Tickets and VIP packages are available now at lordsofacidofficial.com.

DIAMOND DOGS Pay Honor to Little Richard in his Hometown Macon, GA March 28th at The Cherry Blossom Festival

DIAMOND DOGS are excited to announce an electrifying appearance at The Cherry Blossom Festival at Atrium Health Amphitheater on March 28th in Macon, GA, following the Guinness World Record official attempt for the Largest Kazoo Ensemble. Fresh off the success of their recently released album, 'Macon Georgia Giant' - an homage to Little Richard, the band will be playing a full set in tribute to the King himself in his hometown.

On the unexpected invitation, vocalist Sulo states:

"It's an unbelievable opportunity to actually play the songs in his hometown and, in some poetic way, complete the circle. Without him, there wouldn't have been any rock 'n' roll, and without rock 'n' roll, it would have been a much emptier planet."

The proceeds from the performance will benefit foundations honoring Macon's other musical icon, soul master Otis Redding.

Additionally, DIAMOND DOGS will record new tracks at the legendary Capricorn Studio, where stars like the Allman Brothers recorded their debut albums.

"It's beautiful to see how music continues to build bridges between different eras and brings people from all backgrounds together. Rock 'n' roll will always be a universal language that stands the test of time, and this journey to Macon, Georgia is just further proof of that," says Sulo.

Watch the Video for "King of Rock 'n' Roll" Below

DIAMOND DOGS may be a bunch of renaissance rockers deeply rooted in the early 70s British rock and roll, but just like their forerunners, they owe almost everything to Little Richard, the architect of it all! It's impossible to even imagine rock and roll without him.

One of DIAMOND DOGS' early tunes is called "Lunatic Eye-Rolling Delivery" which is a line nicked from a concert review of Little Richard, and we believe it sums up the essence of his greatness pretty well. He was much more than a rock pioneer, the way he dressed up and spoke was something the world had never experienced before.

Little Richard got Paul McCartney to write "I Saw Her Standing There", got James Browna new haircut, and put a silly little mustache on Prince!

So, the idea of recording a homage to the true king of rock and roll had been with the band for many years when CHRIS SPEDDING one day called Sulo and asked if they should record something together. Of course, Sulo immediately said yes, and then asked him to join DIAMOND DOGS in the upcoming studio session to record some well selected Little Richard gems for an LP. All said and done, and CHRIS was extra thrilled that his favorite "Send Me Some Lovin'' was among the songs that were picked.

And, on a cold and windy January day, the DOGS gathered with the new old puppy in the sweet premises of Dog Pound Studios, along with their beloved friend and engineer Jonas Åhlén.

The result is a breathtaking homage to the king, Little Richard. This is 'Macon Georgia Giant, ' ladies and gentlemen – prepare to get your socks rocked.

Order 'Macon Georgia Giant' HERE

Dead Poet Society Share Video for New Version of "HURT" (Feat. The Warning)

Los Angeles quartet DEAD POET SOCIETY, who were recently tipped by The New York Post's Page Six as a band to know, dropped their second album FISSION in 2024 via Spinefarm. It's available here.

They haven't taken a beat since releasing the album—embarking on a non-stop Herculean tour, screaming up the radio charts, and winning over fans and press with every performance.

They closed the year with a killer reimagined version of their single "HURT," featuring rock band The Warning. 

They share the official video Below.

The video, which feels almost voyeuristic and lo-fi, is electrifyingly cinematic, with Dead Poet Society and The Warning performing as though their lives depend upon it. The riffs and dueling vocals crackle throughout. DPS x The Warning perform together — as if they were always meant to. Stick around 'til the end, where full musical mayhem ensues.

"It's a bit of a miracle that this video came together," DPS say. "The Warning had a tiny window in their tour schedule and it was an uncertain whether it would all come together but they killed it, and the director nailed the vibe. You would think that this whole video had been shot at once."

Upon the song's initial release, the band said, "We're so excited to release this new version of 'HURT' featuring The Warning. We first saw Paulina from The Warning singing along to the song on social media, when we were on Shiprocked together. So it seemed only natural to invite her up for a repeat performance at Aftershock. It became such a moment, that we invited them to record a studio version with us and all three of The Warning sisters."

The Warning also shared, "The first time we heard the song was while working on our album Keep Me Fed with our producer, Anton DeLost, who also produced Dead Poet Society's album. When 'HURT' came out, we were in the studio and heard it there. We immediately congratulated Anton on everything because it was just incredible. From that moment, we became fans of the song.  Later, we met DPS on Shiprocked and heard the song live for the first time, which was amazing. Then, at Aftershock, DPS invited Pau to perform it with them on stage. That performance brought everything together, and after it, we started talking like, 'Hey, maybe we should hop on the song officially.' Now, we're thrilled to see it finally being released. It's such a powerful song, and we're incredibly happy to be part of it."

Dead Poet Society hit the road later this year with Chevelle. All dates are below.

DEAD POET SOCIETY ON TOUR:
WITH CHEVELLE + ASKING ALEXANDRIA:
8/7 — San Antonio, TX — Boeing Center at Tech Port
8/9 — Durant, OK — Choctaw Casino & Resort Durant — Grand Theater
8/10 — North Kansas City, MO — Harrah's Kansas City — VooDoo Lounge
8/12 — Omaha, NE — Steelhouse Omaha
8/14 — Indianapolis, IN — Everwise Amphitheater
8/15 — Chicago, IL — Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
8/16 — Louisville, KY — Iroquois Amphitheater
8/19 — Sterling Heights, MI — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill
8/20 — Toronto, ON — Great Canadian Toronto — The Theatre
8/21 — Pittsburgh, PA — Stage AE
8/23 — Asbury Park, NJ — Stone Pony Summer Stage
8/24 — Boston, MA — MGM Music Hall at Fenway
8/26 — New York, NY — The Rooftop at Pier 17
8/27 — Bethlehem, PA — Wind Creek Bethlehem - Wind Creek Event Center
8/28 — Wallingford, CT — The Dome at Toyota Oakdale Theatre
8/30 — Virginia Beach, VA — The Dome
8/31 — Washington, DC — The Anthem
9/3 — Raleigh, NC — Red Hat Amphitheater
9/4 — Charlotte, NC — Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
9/5 — Simpsonville, SC — CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park
9/7 — Atlanta, GA — Coca-Cola Roxy
9/9 — Nashville, TN — The Pinnacle
9/10 — Cincinnati, OH — PNC Pavilion
9/11 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave/Eagles Club - Eagles Ballroom
9/13 — Maryland Heights, MO — Saint Louis Music Park
9/14 — Oklahoma City, OK — The Criterion
9/16 — Denver, CO — Fillmore Auditorium
9/17 — Grand Junction, CO — Las Colonias Park Amphitheater
9/18 — Albuquerque, NM — Revel
9/20 — Las Vegas, NV — The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas - The Chelsea
9/21 — Phoenix, AZ — Arizona Financial Theatre
9/23 — San Diego, CA — Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
9/26 — Hollywood, CA — Hollywood Palladium
9/27 — San Francisco, CA — The Masonic
9/28 — Redding, CA — Redding Civic Auditorium
9/30 — Idaho Falls, ID — Mountain America Center
10/1 — Nampa, ID — Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater
10/2 — Airway Heights, WA — Northern Quest Resort & Casino — BECU Live

Dead Poet Society have captured (and held) the rock world's attention with their head-turning debut album, 2021's -!- (said as "The Exclamation Album") and their equally adored sophomore effort, 2024's FISSION — both released via Spinefarm. The band — Jack Underkofler (vocals/guitar); Jack Collins (guitar); Will Goodroad (drums); and Dylan Brenner (bass) — has enjoyed 150 million cumulative global streams, several Top 10 radio singles, and key playlisting while appearing at major festivals the world over, including Welcome to Rockville, Sonic Temple, Grasoop, Reading and Leeds, and 2000Trees. Dead Poet Society have toured with alt rock powerhouses Badflower, Biffy Clyro, and Highly Suspect, and more. The band has ultimately established itself as an intense live act not to be missed, with press accolades ranging from The New York Post to Riff to Rock Sound to American Songwriter to New Noise to Guitar World.
 

DEAD POET SOCIETY ARE:

Jack Underkofler — Vocals/Guitar

Jack Collins — Guitar

Will Goodroad — Drums

Dylan Brenner — Bass 

SWOLLEN TEETH Unleash Gritty New Single "Medicine"

Swollen Teeth continue their unrelenting assault on the heavy music landscape with the release of their brand new single “Medicine” – out now via Blowed Out Records. Accompanied by a haunting visualizer, the track is a primal fusion of crushing grooves and visceral emotion, underscoring the band’s signature raw intensity. Listen to 'Medicine' HERE and watch the accompanying visualizer Below.

"The song is molded by heavy grooves slammed together in a transmutation of primal emotions, pain and love,” shares the band. */W*

“Medicine” is a visceral exploration of addiction and inner turmoil—a bruising cocktail of suffocating riffs, guttural screams, and anthemic gang vocals. The track’s relentless cadence mirrors the chaotic push and pull of dependency, punctuated by hypnotic refrains like “only the loyal” and “in me and you” that echo long after the last note fades.

Swollen Teeth burst onto the scene in 2021 with their self-titled EP—a ferocious introduction that quickly solidified the band as one of heavy music's most unpredictable and compelling forces. Tracks like "Empty" and "Car Crash" drew praise from Revolver and Kerrang! for their brutal, groove-laden sound and dark, enigmatic aesthetic.

Produced by Slipknot’s Sid Wilson and Ross Robinson (Korn, Glassjaw, At The Drive-In), "Medicine" reflects the band’s continued sonic evolution. Swollen Teeth have honed their unique blend of chaos and precision, capturing a raw emotional intensity that’s as hypnotic as it is crushing.

Swollen Teeth will bring their blistering live show to two of the biggest festivals of the summer: First hitting FEQ Festival, Quebec City, QC on July 7th, followed by Inkcarceration,in Mansfield, OH on July 19th. Fans can expect a ferocious set featuring new material alongside fan favorites. Don't miss the chance to experience Swollen Teeth’s raw energy live on stage!

Much like it's predecessors, "Family" and "Money & Greed" which were released last year, the extraordinary level of visceral emotion of “Medicine” is fueled by the creative synergy of legendary producer, Ross Robinson and Slipknot's Sid Wilson. This new era of Swollen Teeth, and their debut full-length album, which will be released in 2025, marks the first project where the two have joined forces as co-producers. Known for producing Slipknot’s seminal first albums, Robinson has a reputation for pushing bands to their extremes, while Wilson’s innovative energy and expert aural world-building brings a formidable edge to Swollen Teeth’s sound.

With their signature masked aesthetic and unrelenting sonic attack, Swollen Teeth remain one of the most captivating and enigmatic acts in modern heavy music. Swollen Teeth invite listeners to join their journey, offering a sanctuary where raw emotion and collective strength thrive.

ABOUT SWOLLEN TEETH

The sound, the look, the atmosphere, the lore. Swollen Teeth are as much a ritual as a performance, summoning primal ferocity in clouds of intrigue with a thundering rumble. Each musical outburst arrives shrouded in mystery, enveloped by a sense of dread, with passion and purpose. Heavy percussion, riffs, punk gang chants, dive bombs, turntables, breakdowns, shrieks, guttural screams, and powerfully unashamed anthemic melodies coalesce in Swollen Teeth. The collective absorbs the raw intensity of the most potent subculture and spits it back with a determined uniqueness. They’ve spent countless hours in the lab, lobbing out occasional missives online like Molotov cocktails. Each of the scattered, chopped up, and explosive clips unleashed to the world, culled from a handful of shadowy live appearances, built anticipation for the group’s inevitable ascension. They travel in our dimension but are not of it. This is otherworldly chaos without apology.



Swollen Teeth burst onto the scene in 2021 with their self-titled EP, a visceral blend of brutality and raw emotion that garnered praise from heavy music outlets and fans alike. Singles "EMPTY", "LETHAL" "CAR CRASH" and "SWOLLENTEETH" showcased their unpredictable, frenetic energy, which Revolver Magazine described as "brutal as hell." with Metal Hammer enthusing that "there’s an air of grotesque nu metal nastiness that feels like a re-vamped take on the misanthropic nihilism of Iowa’s finest." and Kerrang! musing "What's really heavy, masked, mysterious, sounds like it was made by complete lunatics, and involves Slipknot DJ Sid Wilson and producer Ross Robinson?."

/W\

ABOUT BLOWED OUT RECORDS

Ross Robinson (Korn, The Cure, Slipknot, Glassjaw, At The Drive In and countless others..) artist Ghostemane and Bill Armstrong(SideOneDummy) have joined forces to create a new record label called Blowed Out Records. As veterans of the music industry, they bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table and have set out to discover and promote new talent together. The label's first release, "Swollen Teeth," is a hardcore album produced by Sid Wilson of Slipknot and mixed by Mike Balboa with Ross Robinson. It's a collaboration between established and new artists that promises to be a heavy hitting release. Blowed Out Records is dedicated to providing a platform for underground and lesser known bands to showcase their music and gain a wider audience.

Swollen Teeth is managed by Evan Kandilakis for Seek Management.

Swollen Teeth Are

Megaa - Vocals / Sampler / Turntable

Sun - Vocals / Bass

Skutch - Drums

HOG - Guitar

Chevelle Drop Visualizer for New Single "Rabbit Hole (Cowards, Pt. 1)" — WATCH // Announce Headline Tour🐇🕳️

Multi-platinum rock band CHEVELLE are back with their first new music in four years. 

Today, the band has dropped the video for the new single "Rabbit Hole (Cowards, Pt. 1)."

It's a gnarly, riffy rager with more hooks than a tackle box and alternately snarling and melodic vocals. Push and pull tension define the song, which leads to thrilling, dissonant breakdown at the end of the song. Put simply, it was worth the wait.

Watch the accompanying visualizer below.

"How about we all put on our tinfoil hats, slam a Dunkies, and go deep doomscrolling. If that sounds like your sorta thing, we've got a new song for you called 'Rabbit Hole (Cowards, Pt. 1). Enjoy," shares Chevelle.

Additionally, Chevelle have confirmed a headline tour with Asking Alexandria and Dead Poet Society serving as support. Tickets go on sale on Friday, March 28 at 10am local time. Get tickets here. All dates are below, including confirmed festival appearances at Coachella, Sonic Temple, Welcome to Rockville, Aftershock, and more.

CHEVELLE ON TOUR:
2025 FESTIVALS:
4/20 — Indio, CA — Coachella
5/11 — Columbus, OH — Sonic Temple
5/17 — Ocean City MD — Boardwalk Rock
5/18 — Daytona Beach, FL — Welcome to Rockville
5/24 — The Woodlands, TX — Buzzfest
5/25 – Dallas, TX — The Eagle Rocks BFD
10/4 — Sacramento, CA — Aftershock

HEADLINE TOUR:
WITH ASKING ALEXANDRIA + DEAD POET SOCIETY:
8/7 — San Antonio, TX — Boeing Center at Tech Port
8/9 — Durant, OK — Choctaw Casino & Resort Durant - Grand Theater
8/10 — North Kansas City, MO — Harrah’s Kansas City - VooDoo Lounge
8/12 — Omaha, NE — Steelhouse Omaha
8/14 — Indianapolis, IN — Everwise Amphitheater
8/15 — Chicago, IL — Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
8/16 — Louisville, KY — Iroquois Amphitheater
8/19 — Sterling Heights, MI — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill
8/20 — Toronto, ON — Great Canadian Toronto - The Theatre
8/21 — Pittsburgh, PA — Stage AE
8/23 — Asbury Park, NJ — Stone Pony Summer Stage
8/24 — Boston, MA — MGM Music Hall at Fenway
8/26 — New York, NY — The Rooftop at Pier 17
8/27 — Bethlehem, PA — Wind Creek Bethlehem - Wind Creek Event Center
8/28 — Wallingford, CT — The Dome at Toyota Oakdale Theatre
8/30 — Virginia Beach, VA — The Dome
8/31 — Washington, DC — The Anthem
9/3 — Raleigh, NC — Red Hat Amphitheater
9/4 — Charlotte, NC — Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
9/5 — Simpsonville, SC — CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park
9/7 — Atlanta, GA — Coca-Cola Roxy
9/9 — Nashville, TN — The Pinnacle
9/10 — Cincinnati, OH — PNC Pavilion
9/11 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave/Eagles Club - Eagles Ballroom
9/13 — Maryland Heights, MO — Saint Louis Music Park
9/14 — Oklahoma City, OK — The Criterion
9/16 — Denver, CO — Fillmore Auditorium
9/17 — Grand Junction, CO — Las Colonias Park Amphitheater
9/18 — Albuquerque, NM — Revel
9/20 — Las Vegas, NV — The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas - The Chelsea
9/21 — Phoenix, AZ — Arizona Financial Theatre
9/23 — San Diego, CA — Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
9/26 — Hollywood, CA — Hollywood Palladium
9/27 — San Francisco, CA — The Masonic
9/28 — Redding, CA — Redding Civic Auditorium
9/30 — Idaho Falls, ID — Mountain America Center
10/1 — Nampa, ID — Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater
10/2 — Airway Heights, WA — Northern Quest Resort & Casino — BECU Live

ABOUT CHEVELLE:
Chevelle are an understated musical powerhouse that has successfully delivered rock anthems to a global audience for the past 30 years, holding their own as accomplished and steadfast talents in the genre. After more than three decades writing and recording together, numerous releases, and countless worldwide tours, the outfit — consisting of brothers Pete Loeffler [guitars, vocals] and Sam Loeffler [drums] — have confidently sailed through decades of uncharted waters. 

As award-winning, multi-platinum artists, the Chicago duo's unwavering genius is unmistakable across their past nine studio records. More than a dozen No. 1 hits and many more songs reaching the Billboard Top 10, with more future chart-topping hits featured on this forthcoming album to excite fans this summer, it's all credit to their continuing dedication to be true to their craft, the genre, and their fans.  

With no signs of slowing down, this Chicago alternative rock duo has certainly earned its place in American rock music history. The forthcoming album, due later this year, adds another exciting chapter to Chevelle's extensive catalog. As the Loefflers continue to master their craft, Chevelle take on the critics and prove time and time again that they are a force to be reckoned with.

Caliban Release "Dear Suffering" (Featuring Joe Bad of Fit For An Autopsy)

As the very last single before their upcoming album, Back From Hell, which drops on April 25, CALIBAN are unleashing the heaviest track on the album — "Dear Suffering" (Feat. Joe Bad of Fit For An Autopsy).

Watch the video below and prepare to get crushed.

With "Dear Suffering," Caliban continue their descent into raw emotional depths — this track is an anti-anthem, drenched in despair and defiance, exploring themes of existential pain, inner torment, and the brutal acceptance of suffering as an eternal companion.

Together with feature guest Joe Bad (Fit For An Autopsy), "Dear Suffering" solidifies the upcoming record Back From Hell as one of Caliban's most intense records to date, fusing unfiltered aggression with an atmosphere of crushing melancholy. The interplay between Andreas Dörner and Joe Bad elevates the song's intensity, turning it into a violent, yet deeply cathartic experience. With "Dear Suffering," Caliban extend a hand to those who've walked through their own personal hell. Musically, it's one of Caliban’s darkest and heaviest offerings yet.

The band says, "'Dear Suffering' is our way of facing pain head-on, rather than running from it. It's about embracing the darkness, acknowledging the struggles that shape us, and turning that suffering into strength. Having Joe on this track adds another layer of intensity — we knew his voice would bring the raw aggression this song needed, and he absolutely delivered."

For over two decades, Caliban have stood as one of the defining forces in metalcore. With their upcoming album Back From Hell, the German band continues to evolve its sound while staying true to the intensity and emotion that have defined their career. Led by founding members, the aforementioned Dörner (vocals), and Marc Görtz (guitar), the band's current lineup includes new vocalist and bassist Iain Duncan, whose clean vocals, songwriting skills, and diverse perspective and experience bring a fresh dimension to their already powerful dynamic. Complemented by longtime drummer Patrick Grün and guitarist Denis Schmidt, Caliban's formidable lineup is poised to deliver a relentless and emotionally charged experience that reaffirms their status as metalcore pioneers.

Caliban are set to release their most ambitious work yet. Back From Hell explores themes of inner struggle, resilience, and catharsis, blending their signature crushing riffs and guttural vocals with atmospheric melodies and modern production.

The album is available for pre-order here.

Catch them on their upcoming headlining tour.

More info below and here. 

CALIBAN ARE 
Iain Duncan — Bass + Vocals
Patrick Grün — Drums
Andreas Dörner — Vocals
Marc Görtz — Guitar
Denis Schmidt — Guitar

Loss Becomes Share "Tell Me" Video

LOSS BECOMES — Brian Tsao, guitar; Will Gomez, bass; Anthony Copozzi, vocals; Anthony Lopardo, guitars; Sean Ageman, drums — released their new album SONDER on January 21. Get the album, released digitally via The Orchard, here.

The band just dropped a live video for the song "Tell Me."

Watch it below:

"This song is definitely my favorite song to play live off of our new record Sonder," says Copozzi. "The negative spaces and push and pull during the song match the negative vibe to the lyrics so well in my honest opinion. It was so fun to write this one. It was originally written as a 'horror story' of sorts, but it turned into something more raw and personal for me."He continues, "Realizing you need to walk away from a 'car wreckage' style of a relationship is hard. Especially when it's a relationship you've been in for over 10 years. The guilt. The disappointment. The heartbreak. Being able to walk away from someone you loved takes time. But when you need to survive and move on you need to find the strength from within to get out of that 'horror story."

Loss Becomes are wearing their new custom Adidas tracksuits in their latest video, and now you can have your very own Loss Becomes tracksuit as well. Purchasers will be able to get their jacket customized with text on the back (a maximum of 8 letters). The tracksuits are available here for the full set (jacket and pants) and here for the jacket only. 

LOSS BECOMES LIVE SHOWS:
4/4 — Manassas, VA — The Salisbury Center (Supporting Age of Ruin)
4/5 — Richmond, VA — Bandito’s (Supporting Age of Ruin)
4/6 — Ardmore, PA — The Nail (Supporting Age of Ruin)
5/16 — Amityville, NY — AMH (Supporting Vanna)
6/5 — Potsdam, NY — SLC Arts (Headlining)
6/6 — Poughkeepsie, NY— Reason & Ruckus (Headlining)

 
ABOUT LOSS BECOMES:  
Hailing from Queens and Long Island New York, Loss Becomes are not your typical metal band. Guitarist, YouTuber, and Chef/Owner of Mission Sandwich Social, Brian Tsao, has put together a band like few others. Accompanied by long time friend Will "Doc" Gomez (Johnny Cage is a Fake, Tiger Flowers), Anthony Copozzi (Thracian), Anthony Lopardo (Westfall Recording Company), and Sean Ageman (Washed Up Media), Tsao and his bandmates have shaped Loss Becomes into a unique blend of metalcore with flashes of nu metal, hardcore thrash, and more. Having initially crafted their sound during the depths of the pandemic, Loss Becomes journey hasn't always been an easy one. After several years of hard work, the end product has been unleashed upon the world to critical acclaim. The music is unforgivingly aggressive with Anthony Copozzi’s ferocious enthusiasm heard on every lyric, giving the band what can only be described as a full aural assault. Loss Becomes are hungry and are forgetting their manners. Having performed alongside such acts as Alien Weaponry, Darkest Hour, Dr.Acula, Dying Wish, Extinction AD, Moon Tooth, Norma Jean, Swollen Teeth, and more, the band is no stranger to the stage. Loss Becomes are ready and able to take on all challenges regardless of genre and deliver a crushing live set. 

Air Drawn Dagger Drop "Bellyaches" Video

Pop punk x electro emo trio AIR DRAWN DAGGER have released new track "Bellyaches." It’s the fourth track from their upcoming debut album A Guide For Apparitions, set for release on April 4 via Long Branch Records. The accompanying music video was directed by Aaran McKenzie (While She Sleeps).

"Partially an 'end credits' song for the album, as we bask in euphoric, self-destructive thoughts. Inspired by the emo revival of Modern Baseball, etc., and the dopamine hit of shouting lyrics in unison, whilst barely conscious, inside sweaty basements. [It's] an ode to getting into a mess with your mates but believing it'll be okay in the end. Lastly, another nod to rejecting the passage of time, opting to die in the most joyful moment of your life rather than coming down off the high," says the band on the new track.

Watch the video for "Bellyaches" below.

Stream "Bellyaches" + pre-order the album here.

Air Drawn Dagger invite you on a spellbinding journey with A Guide For Apparitions, their debut album, out April 4 via Long Branch Records, which fuses macabre mysticism with multi-genre-infused rock. Produced by Neil Kennedy (Creeper, Boston Manor), each track pulls listeners through haunted tales and cosmic chaos, conjuring imagery from Witch Trials to ghost lore.

"A Guide For Apparitions brings multiple meanings. The record can be a Grimoire if you're being haunted, or a guide if you are the one confined to a realm you don't belong," explains the band.

PRE-ORDER "A GUIDE FOR APPARATIONS" HERE

Air Drawn Dagger blend raw emotion and defiance into a sound that defies genre. Their name, taken from Macbeth, symbolizes the chaos and emotional outbursts that fuel their music. BBC Introducing championed their early releases, and they soon found themselves on major playlists like Pop Punk Generation, Emo Anthems, and All New Rock. Air Drawn Dagger’s momentum is undeniable. They’ve sold out their own headline shows and played packed-out UK dates with Millie Manders. Recent shows with Lake Malice, Dream State, and AVIVIA saw more back-to-back sellouts along with curating their own stage at the Tramlines Festival Fringe. With over 250,000 views on the music video for their single "You Should Have Known Better," which also featured on the Kerrang! Chart, and multiple tracks premiering on BBC Introducing, the band’s cult-like following continues to grow.

Following their sold-out show at The Leadmill last year, featuring a choir of ghosts, confetti, and a human sacrifice, Air Drawn Dagger have also announced their biggest show to date at Corporation, in their hometown of Sheffield, on Saturday 5th April, 2025. 

With all this, and more to come, 2025 is set to be The Year of the Dagger.

CATCH AIR DRAWN DAGGER LIVE:
April 5 — UK, Sheffield — Corporation
July 4-6 — UK, Manchester — RADAR Festival

AIR DRAWN DAGGER ARE:
Maisie — Vocals
Lewis — Guitar, Backing Vocals
Ross — Drums

Cole Phillips Signs With WME For Global Representation

Rising country singer-songwriter Cole Phillips has signed with WME for global representation in all areas.

Born and raised in Bridge Creek, Oklahoma, Phillips has quickly made a name for himself with his gritty storytelling, raw authenticity and powerhouse vocals. Influenced by country legends like Hank Williams Jr. and David Allan Coe, as well as red dirt and rock icons including Zach Bryan, Cody Jinks and Nirvana, Phillips blends traditional country roots with a modern edge.

His breakout single “Drinking Alone” went viral, amassing millions of streams and establishing him as a compelling new voice in country music. His upcoming EP, Steel Toes and Texacos, is set for release on April 11 via RECORDS Nashville, featuring five tracks he co-wrote, including the recently released “West Tx,” listen HERE. 

“Cole’s unique voice as a young songwriter and performer immediately caught our attention. We are absolutely thrilled to partner with someone this incredibly talented,” shares Geoff Turner from WME.

Cole adds, "I like working with real people that are going to do right by me. The people over at WME are real folks with real values and that meant a lot to me the first time we met. Can’t wait to see where this goes!" 

Phillips is also represented by WHY&HOW for management and continues to build momentum with a slate of upcoming headline tour dates.

For a full list of tour dates, announcements and more please visit www.officialcolephillips.com

About Cole Phillips:
Born and raised in Bridge Creek, Oklahoma, Cole Phillips is a rising country artist known for his gritty storytelling, raw authenticity and powerhouse vocals. Inspired by legends like Hank Williams Jr. and David Allan Coe, as well as red dirt and rock influences like Zach Bryan, Cody Jinks and Nirvana, Phillips delivers unfiltered, from-the-gut songwriting that resonates deeply.

His breakout single “Drinking Alone” went viral, amassing millions of streams and introducing him as a compelling new voice in country music. Phillips' debut EP, Steel Toes and Texacos (out April 11), further cements his status as one to watch, featuring five tracks he co-wrote that showcase his signature blend of classic country and red dirt grit.

With a sound that blends traditional roots with modern edge, Cole Phillips is proving himself as an artist with something to say—and a hell of a way to say it.
 
officialcolephillips.com | instagram.com/officialcolephillips | tiktok.com/@colephillips_official | youtube.com/@colephillips-music

Back Row (L-R): WME’s Jon Folk, Jeremy Upton and Caleb Fenn
Front Row (L-R): WHY&HOW’s Reid Alexander and Matt Stubbs, Cole Phillips, WME’s Geoff Turner and WHY&HOW’S Harrison Klein
Photo Courtesy of WME

Acres Share "Staring at the Sun" Video

UK band ACRES recently announced that their new album The Host arrives May 2 via Solid State Records. Pre-order it here.

They share the new single "Staring at the Sun." Watch the performance video, which presents the band in its most natural state with instruments in hand, here. There's also subtle voyeuristic vibe to the camera angles and you won't be able to look away. 

The song showcases the band's quiet-loud dynamics — Acres' deftness with melody, maelstrom, and romantic misery.

"'Staring at the Sun' is a classic miserable Acres love song," shares vocalist Ben Lumber. "The record goes in a brand new direction, but we wanted a few songs to nod to our roots with remnants of our old vibe. It's about not being able to let go of someone or something who has a hold over you."

"The Host represents a bold step in a new direction for us as a band, we've always pushed ourselves to evolve with every album and never write the same record twice," Lumber explains. "This time the process was unlike anything we've done before, working with Landon Tewers brought a fresh perspective and added a new flair to our sound that we’re really excited about!"

Audiences initially fell under Acres' spell in 2019 when they unveiled the fan favorite Lonely World. After grinding on the road, they made significant strides with 2023's Burning Throne. "My Everything" reeled in 2.6 million Spotify streams followed by "Hold On" with another 2 million Spotify streams. Kerrang! applauded how, "Acres display their potential with some big choruses to match," and When The Horn Blows hailed Burning Throne as "a classic metalcore album filled with swinging hooks, rough riffs, popping electronic elements and lovely vocals that turn into monster screams."
 
During October 2024, the band hopped the pond to record what would become The Host with none other than The Plot In You frontman Landon Tewers behind the board as producer. The musicians stayed at his Michigan studio. Beyond enjoying the onset of Halloween in America, they expanded their sonic palette by incorporating elements such as drop-tunings and leaning on the producer's perspective, acumen, and wisdom.

Acres will remain on the road through spring on tour with The Devil Wears Prada. They will also appear at select Beartooth shows. They just wrapped a support slot with The Plot In You. All upcoming dates below.

ACRES ON TOUR:
WITH THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA:
4/17 — Wichita, KS — Temple Live
4/18 — Des Moines, IA — Val Air Ballroom
4/19 — Fargo, ND — Sanctuary Events Center
4/20 — Winnipeg, MB — Park Theatre
4/22 — Edmonton, AB — Midway
4/23 — Calgary, AB — The Palace Theater
4/25 — Vancouver, BC — Commodore Ballroom
4/26 — Seattle, WA — Showbox SoDo
4/27 — Eugene, OR — McDonald Theatre
4/29 — Great Falls, MT — The Newberry
4/30 — Billings, MT — Pub Station
5/2 — Lincoln, NE — Bourbon Theatre
5/3 — Davenport, IA — Capitol Theater
5/4 — Springfield, MO — The Regency
5/6 —Oklahoma City, OK — Diamond Ballroom
5/7 — Little Rock, AR — The Hall
5/8 — Huntsville, AL — Mars Music Hall
5/9 — St Louis, MO — The Pageant
5/13 — Knoxville, TN — The Mill & Mine
5/14 — Charleston, SC — Charleston Music Hall
 

WITH BEARTOOTH:
5/5 — Shreveport, LA — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium
5/15 — Mobile, — Soul Kitchen Music Hall
5/16 — Dothan, AL — The Plant 

ACRES ARE:
Ben Lumber  // Alex Freeman // Ash Scott // Jack Rogers 

Ne Obliviscaris Release Marathon Drum Playthrough

2025 is lining up as another memorable year for Ne Obliviscaris. Next month, the maestros of progressive, extreme and melodic metal are returning to North America in support of their latest album. Only this time, the band will be joined by their new harsh vocalist James Dorton and original drummer Dan Presland. 

As they tighten their strings in heavy anticipation for the Chaos & Carnage tour, today, Ne Obliviscaris are sharing a drum playthrough of "Suspyre", the blasting, crashing, rumbling, double bass-filled 10-minute centerpiece from Exul.

Watch Dan Presland master "Suspyre". Below:

Get tickets to see Ne Obliviscaris with Dying Fetus, Cradle of Filth, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Undeath, Vomit Forth and Corpse Pile on this year's Chaos & Carnage Tour. 

http://chaosandcarnage.com

"We are excited to come back to North America next month as part of this year's epic Chaos & Carnage tour package", says violinist and clean vocalist Tim Charles. "These shows are going to be incredible. We can't wait to see you there!"

CHAOS & CARNAGE 2025
April 17 - Berkeley, CA @ UC Theatre
April 19 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern
April 20 - Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
April 22 - Albuquerque, NM @ El Rey Theater
April 24 - Dallas, TX @ Granada Theater
April 26 - San Antonio, TX @ Vibes Event Center
April 27 - Houston, TX @ House of Blues
April 29 - Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl
May 1 - New York, NY @ Palladium Times Square
May 2 - Richmond, VA @ The National
May 3 - Reading, PA @ Reverb
May 4 - Worcester, MA @ The Palladium
May 6 - Montreal, QC @ L'Olympia
May 7 - Toronto, ON @ Rebel
May 8 - Pontiac, MI @ The Crofoot
May 9  - Chicago, IL @ Radius
May 10 - Des Moines, IA @ Val Air Ballroom
May 12 - Wichita, KS @ Temple Live
May 14 - Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium

Exul and the 10th anniversary remastered version of Ne Obliviscaris' monumental second album Citadel are now available on Season of Mist.

Order & Stream Exul
https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/NeO-exul

https://orcd.co/neoexul

Order & Stream Citadel 
https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/NeOCitadelRemaster 

https://neobliviscaris.fanlink.tv/Citadel

Even after this tour ends, Ne Obliviscaris aren't done bringing chaos and carnage to the Americas. Come May, the band are performing three special shows in Mexico. This sprint includes a stop at Guadalajar's The Metal Fest, plus two headlining dates in Monterrey and Mexico City, where they'll perform Exul and Citadel in full. 

"We had such a great time in Mexico this past November at MXMF", Charles says. "We really wanted to make it to more cities in Mexico. We can't wait to share The Metal Fest and these two special headline shows with you!"

Touring factored heavily into Ne Obliviscaris' 2023 plans. The band embarked on headlining tours worldwide that hit new territories. As luck would have it, the return to live show activity coincided with the release of Exul and the band’s 20th anniversary. As one of Australia’s leading extreme metal exports, there is a distinct sense of gratitude from Charles and his bandmates. They’re looking forward to sharing it with fans when they resume touring. 

“Simply getting the opportunity to perform music that we’ve written on stages around the world to people that genuinely love and connect with it,” finishes Charles when talking about Ne Obliviscaris' 20-year journey. “There is something incredibly special about the energy that exists between an artist and audience at a concert and it was an honor to get the opportunity to spend 2023 connecting with people in that way once more.”

Lineup:
Xenoyr - Harsh Vocals
James Dorton - Harsh Vocals (Live)
Tim Charles - Violin & Clean Vocals
Benjamin Baret - Lead Guitar
Matt Klavins - Guitar
Martino Garattoni - Bass
Dan Presland - Drums (Live)

Biography:
David E. Gehlke

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WANG CHUNG ANNOUNCES CAREER RETROSPECTIVE, "CLEAR LIGHT/DARK MATTER."

Some of the '80s biggest and most enduring hits were created by a single band, Wang Chung – including "Dance Hall Days," "Everybody Have Fun Tonight," "Let's Go", "To Live and Die in L.A.," "Hypnotize Me," and “Fire In The Twilight” – and now all those tracks (and more!) will be included on the new compilation, 'Clear Light/Dark Matter' via SING (distributed by Symphonic/AMPED Distribution).

Scheduled to release on Friday, May 9th, 2025, 'Clear Light/Dark Matter' reveals the many layers of Wang Chung's music. Available on CD, digital, and a double set on black or white vinyl, the compilation spans the band's more than four-decade career featuring a carefully curated selection of their greatest hits and hidden gems, including never-before-released demos and a new live recording. Additionally, a single-vinyl release of just the "Greatest Hits" (disc one) of 'Clear Light/Dark Matter' will also be available. Pre-order here.

The double-vinyl and double-CD sets also include an edit of the recently released brand new remix of “Everybody Have Fun Tonight” by acclaimed remixer Eric Kupper, known for his work with artists such as Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys, Depeche Mode, Diana Ross, and Earth, Wind & Fire. Streaming everywhere now.

Priced at $89.95, 'Clear Light/Dark Matter' is also available now for preorder as a "Deluxe Edition," including instant access to the music and other exclusive digital content! 

“We are really excited to be doing the Rick Springfield tour this summer, ” said the band in a statement. “The lineup is strong and we feel each act compliments the other really well into a good blend. We’re sure the audiences will enjoy the experience of the musical journey on show. We have done a lot of touring over the years but we have never played with Rick Springfield or John Waite before, so we are looking forward to working with those guys and also getting to play for perhaps a slightly different audience than before. We are very vibed up for getting everyone to Wang Chung every night on the tour!”

The duo of Nick Feldman and Jack Hues came out of the post-punk/new wave scene in the UK, and went on to achieve global success selling millions of records. Throughout their 40+ year career, they have released 6 studio albums and 2 greatest hits collections. They have had 6 US Top 40 hits, including a massive #1 single. They composed and performed the complete score for the 1984 neo-noir action thriller film "To Live and Die in L.A.” and also the song 'Fire in the Twilight’ for the legendary film "The Breakfast Club," amongst many others. 
 
In the process of all of this (and somewhat unintentionally), Wang Chung became part of the contemporary culture of North America with their huge smash 'Everybody Have Fun Tonight,' with its now famous line ''Everybody Wang Chung Tonight'' which saw the invention of a new US verb: ''to Wang Chung'."

Can you tell me what a Wang Chung is? Part 1…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4kS_RdjLpZM

Can you tell me what a Wang Chung is? Part 2…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DgboI7eXk0

In 2024 Wang Chung’s hit song 'Dance Hall Days’ was featured almost in its entirety in the 2024 hit movie starring Anne Hathaway titled 'The Idea of You.'  'To Live and Die in LA' also got used as the theme tune for the John Mulaney Netflix show ‘Everybody’s in LA.' 

And now, fans will be able to experience all of Wang Chung's classics via 'Clear Light/Dark Matter.'

From Wang Chung:

"Our songs often have an accessible front end, but there's always a deeper layer beneath the surface—whether it's lyrically or musically. 'Clear Light, Dark Matter' reflects that balance between the light and the dark, the yin and yang, or as we like to say, the Wang and the Chung of what we do.” -Nick Feldman
 
2024 was certainly a successful year for Wang Chung, starting off spectacularly last February with the first US landing on the Moon since 1972. The Moon lander’s data storage unit had all Wang Chung’s album covers together with photos of Nick and Jack and their families uploaded onto it. 
Later in the year, 'Dance Hall Days' was featured almost in its entirety in the aforementioned smash hit movie starring Anne Hathaway, titled 'The Idea of You’.  'To Live and Die in L.A.' also got used as the theme tune for the John Mulaney Netflix show 'Everybody's in LA.' 
On the live front, the band continued to wow audiences wherever they played throughout their extensive touring in 2024.
 
2025 looks to be even more notable for Wang Chung, with the release of ‘Clear Light Dark Matter’ and ‘Live at El Mocambo’, as well as even more touring in North America, Australia, UK and around the world throughout the year. Plus the band plans to mark the 40th anniversary of ‘To Live and Die in LA’ later in the year….details to come on that.  

Founded in 2019, Seattle-based SING Inc. is a music technology company specializing in deluxe collector’s editions and high-fidelity vinyl records. We focus on fostering the relationship between artists and fans by creating products of high quality and cultural importance. Each release is thoughtfully curated and uses our proprietary intellectual property technology to ensure authenticity. Every edition is designed to deliver a memorable experience in various physical and digital formats, allowing fans to truly "Own the Sound."

Wang Chung appearing on Rick Springfield's 2025 edition of his “I Want My ‘80s Tour” - dates below.
 
The tour will also include performances from John Waite, Paul Young and John Cafferty.  
 

Day   Date  City St  VenueWednesday   5/28/25  Clearwater FL  Ruth Eckerd HallThursday   5/29/25  St. Augustine FL  St. Augustine AmphSaturday   5/31/25  Brandon MS  Brandon AmphitheatreSunday   6/1/25  Gautier MS  The Sound AmphitheatreTuesday   6/3/25  Charlotte NC  Skyla Credit Union AmpWednesday   6/4/25  Raleigh NC  Red Hat AmphitheatreFriday   6/6/25  Portsmouth VA  Atl. Union Bank AmphSaturday   6/7/25  Richmond VA  Allianz AmphitheatreSunday   6/8/25  Roanoke VA  Elmwood Park AmphFriday   6/13/25  Hammond IN  Horseshoe CasinoSaturday   6/14/25  Tama IA  Meskwaki Bingo CasinoTuesday,       6/17/25  Fishers IN  Fishers Event CenterThursday,    6/19/25  Welch MN  Treasure Island AmphSaturday***   6/21/25  Eau Claire WI  Summer JamMonday,   6/23/25  Huber Heights OH  Rose Music CenterTuesday,   6/24/25  Cincinnati OH  PNC Pavilion at RiverbendWednesday   6/25/25  Interlochen MI  Center for the ArtsFriday,    6/27/25  New Lenox IL  Concert SeriesSaturday,    6/28/25  Youngstown OH  Foundation AmphitheatreSunday,    6/29/25  Toledo OH  Toledo Zoo AmphitheatreSaturday,    7/5/25  Lewiston NY  Artpark Outdoor AmphSunday    7/6/25  Vienna VA  WolftrapTuesday,   7/8/25  Bridgeport CT  Hartford Health AmphWednesday   7/9/25  Westbury NY  Westbury Music FairFriday,    7/11/25  Atlantic City NJ  Hard Rock CasinoSaturday,    7/12/25  Newark NJ  NJPACSunday,    7/13/25  Bethlehem PA  Wind Creek CasinoFriday,    7/18/25  Woodlands TX  Cynthia Woods PavilionSaturday,    7/19/25  Norman OK  Riverwind CasinoSunday   7/20/25  Dallas TX  Music Hall at Fair ParkThursday,    7/24/25  Quapaw OK  Downstream CasinoFriday,    7/25/25  Dodge City KS  United Wireless ArenaSunday,    7/27/25  Los Angeles CA  TBAFriday,    8/1/25  Lincoln CA  Thunder Valley CasinoSaturday,    8/2/25  Saratoga CA  Mountain WinerySunday   8/3/25  Oceanside CA  Frontwave ArenaWednesday   8/6/25   TBA   TBAThursday    8/7/25  Englewood CO  Fiddler's Green AmphSaturday   8/9/25  Scottsdale AZ  Talking Stick CasinoSunday   8/10/25  Henderson NV  Lee's Family Forum

FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT:
Website: www.wangchung.com
Facebook: facebook.com/wangchungband
X: @WangChungMusic
Instagram: @WangChungOfficial

THIS IS GWAR: Special Screening & Q&A With Kevin Smith At Smodcastle Cinemas

Smodcastle Cinemas, owned by filmmaker and pop culture icon Kevin Smith, will host a special screening of THIS IS GWAR on Saturday, August 30th, in Atlantic Highlands, NJ. This definitive documentary dives into the wild and blood-soaked history of GWAR, the most outrageous band in shock rock, chronicling their rise from underground misfits to intergalactic legends.

Following the screening, Kevin Smith himself will host an exclusive Q&A with members of GWAR, offering fans an inside look at the band’s decades-long reign of chaos. For the ultimate GWAR experience, attendees will also have the chance to participate in a photo op with Kevin and GWAR members in their blood-soaked battle armor.

“As a relic of the 90’s, I’m happy to help celebrate these bloody legends who’ve been enthralling audiences since the 80’s!" says Kevin Smith. “GWAR has not only stayed true to their gruesome roots all this time, they’ve also carved out their place in industry history.”

GWAR’s The Berserker Blöthar aka Dr. Michael Bishop, Ph.D., adds:

“You ridiculous humans could learn a few things from Kevin Smith. If you've seen any of his movies, you probably already have. He wrote the 37 dicks scene (genius), he cast Alanis Morissette as God, he's the King of Jorts, and he is GWAR approved. We are stoked to get stoned and hang out at his theater drinking watered-down soda and answering the questions of our pimply-faced legion of fans.”

🎟 Ticket Options:

• Screening + Q&A – $25

• Screening + Q&A + Photo Op with Kevin & GWAR – $100

Don’t miss this epic night of shock, spectacle, and intergalactic chaos!

For Tickets and More Information, Visit HERE

Don’t miss GWAR on their epic 40th Anniversary Tour this year.

GWAR Live:

*w/ Toxic Holocaust; AEther Realm; Tracheotomy 

May 11: Columbus, OH - Sonic Temple

May 15: Daytona Beach, FL - Welcome To Rockville

May 16: Columbia, SC - The Senate*

May 17: Lexington, KY - Manchester Music Hall

May 18: Milwaukee, WI - Milwaukee Metal Fest

May 19: Columbia, MO - The Blue Note*

May 20: Memphis, TN - Minglewood Hall*

May 21: Baton Rouge, LA - Chelsea's Live*

May 22: Austin, TX - RADIO/EAST*

GWAR w/Static-X, Dope & A Killers Confession

May 24: Albuquerque NM - Revel Entertainment Center

May 26: Wichita KS - The Cotilion Ballroom

May 27: Des Moines IA - Val Air Ballroom

May 29: St Louis MO - The Pageant

May 30: Minneapolis MN - The Fillmore Minneapolis

May 31: Davenport IA - Capitol Theatre

Jun 1: Grand Rapids MI - GLC Live at 20 Monroe

Jun 3: Indianapolis IN - Egyptian Room @ Old National Centre

Jun 4: Ft Wayne IN - Clyde Theatre

Jun 5: Wheeling WV - Capitol Theater

Jun 7: Wallingford CT - The Dome at Toyota Oakdale Theater

Jun 8: Buffalo NY - Buffalo Riverworks

Jun 9: Toronto ON - History

Jun 10: Montreal QC - Mtelus

Jun 11: Hampton NH - Hampton Beach Casino

Jun 12: Allentown, PA - Archer Music Hall

Jun 14: Myrtle Beach SC - House Of Blues

Jun 15: Raleigh NC - The Ritz

Jun 17: Kansas City MO - Grinders

Jun 18: Oklahoma City OK - The Criterion

w/ Eyehategod; AEther Realm; Tracheotomy

Jun 20: Pensacola, FL - Vinyl Music Hall

Jun 21: Pelham, TN - The Caverns

Oct 2: Sacramento, CA - Aftershock @ Discovery Park

About GWAR:

The story of GWAR is carved across the history of this hopeless planet, but GWAR themselves are not of this world…Their story begins far past Uranus, in the deepest reaches of space, where the beings known as GWAR were warriors in the Scumdogs of the Universe, an elite fighting force in the army of the Master of All Reality. But GWAR proved too reckless and powerful, and after a series of tragic but hilarious blunders, they were banished to the furthest reaches of the galaxy, with orders to conquer an insignificant backwater prehistoric mudball known as the planet Earth. Once here, GWAR, the original Ancient Aliens, shaped the face of the globe, wiping out the dinosaurs, and mating with apes to create the human race. Having accidentally given rise to all human history, the Master of All Reality froze them in Antarctic ice where they could do no more harm. It was there they were discovered by a shady entrepreneur known as Sleazy P Martini, who sat the band down in front of professional wrestling, late-night horror movies, heavy metal music, and a steady diet of crack cocaine until GWAR became the cultural force they are today!