WORMHOLE Announce US Tour with Gorod

Wormhole emerged from the underground this year with Almost Human, their first album for Season of Mist.

"Straight up, 'Almost Human' is a contender for Album of the Year for me", wrote Michael Centrone for New Noise.

The Baltimore space invaders are taking their signature tech-slam combo out on the road next year with Gorod, the French gods of tech-death. They'll be writhing their way down the East Coast, with an early pit stop in their hometown nesting chamber, before sliming all across the American Southwest. Joining the party are New Jersey's blackened death metal progressives Hath, as well as the all-seeing Exist, who will be playing their first shows since 2020.   

"We are humbled and excited to be joining Gorod on tour this January", says Wormhole. "Their influence on us and death metal is profound and we cannot wait to play with and watch them every night".

Get tickets: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/Wrmhle-tix

2024 US Tour Dates
January 12 - Philadelphia, PA @ Milkboy [TICKETS]
January 13 - Baltimore, MD @ The Crown [TICKETS]
January 14 - Charlotte, NC @ The Milestone [TICKETS]
January 15 - Knoxville, TN @ Brickyard
January 16 - Nashville, TN @ The End [TICKETS]
January 18 - Dallas, TX @ Haltom Theater [TICKETS]
January 20 - Phoenix, AZ @ Pub Rock Live [TICKETS]
January 21 - San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick [TICKETS]
January 22 - Los Angeles, CA @ 1720 [TICKETS]
January 23 - Las Vegas, LV @ The Usual Place [TICKETS]
January 25 - Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad [TICKETS]
January 26 - El Paso, TX @ Rockhouse [TICKETS]
January 27 - San Antonio, TX @ Vibe's Underground [TICKETS]
January 28 - Houston, TX @ White Oak [TICKETS]

When they're not dusting kids at Nintendo or throwing on the odd Saturday morning cartoon, Wormhole are out honing their signature combo of brutal, technical death metal. Or, as they call it, tech slam. Since 2016, the band have been oozing up from Baltimore's underground. Now, with Almost Human, they've broken through to the next level.    

Lead single "System Erase" zips the whole tech-slam experience into one tightly clenched polygon fist as drummer Matt Tillett and bassist Basil Chiasson rip through two or three different time shifts before the breakdown comes and swallows you up with the slow, crushing force of a black hole.  Brothers Sanil and Sanjay Kumar shoot off pixelated pangs of dissonance on "Elysiism". Meanwhile, Julian Kersey's death growl is so fierce and rotten on "Spine Shatter High-Velocity Impact" , you can practically smell the stench wafting through your speakers.  

"Wormhole delivered a record that holds the power to redefine how brutal tech death and slam-oriented artists write future materials", declared Angry Metal Guy. "Only time will tell if those artists actually listen, but you definitely should". 

Order: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/AlmostHuman
Stream: https://orcd.co/almosthumanpresave

When you invent your own genre, you can make the rules, and in space, no one can correct your math. If Wormhole’s excellent The Weakest Among Us was 50% tech death and 50% slamming brutal death metal, their Season of Mist debut is a veritable leveling up of the Baltimore-based act’s trademark “tech slam.” It’s the kind of record that can scramble your brain and give your neck a nice chiropractic workout; Almost Human feels like the future of extreme metal, dropped down from either outer space or delivered by Nintendo cartridge (more on that later).  

So, what the hell exactly is “tech slam?” Well, the gleefully amorphous and unholy term comes from an ethos that guitarists Sanil “Noni” Kumar and Sanjay Kumar discovered and perfected over (probably) thousands of hours of Metroid and Doom games, as well as, you know, actual musical mastery. Almost Human, out September 22, 2023, is more powerful, more agile, and more confounding for pie-chart-enthusiasts than anything else that came before it. The sequel is always bigger, darker, and in this case, covered in much more pixelated space horror viscera. My Wormholio calculator puts their sound at 91% tech and 89% slam, with an increase in awesome stats somewhere in the 420% range. There’s also a clear emphasis on amplifying their dissonant death influence, the kind of eerie melodies that feel like being stomped on by Samus.
 
There’s a clear balance to everything on Almost Human: the songs are more adventurous while also being instantly memorable. No two songs sound alike, and that diversity in songcraft (level design?) sees Wormhole pushing and pulling along their tech and slam dials to figure out what’s best for the song; spoiler, it’s always riffs. What also becomes evident after repeated listens is how carefully the Kumar brothers understand a sense of place, humor, and a consistent vibe. This is still the same band that’s known for throwing on Saturday morning cartoons, and Almost Human continues to hammer home that Wormhole the musical entity is deadly serious, but the guys that make tech slam are not stoic creatures. There’s a warmth and sense of joy when chatting with them that only gets brighter when you ask their favorite Metroid game (that’s a question for a live show). So, what is this vibe they are chasing? Sanjay shares:
 
“The tech slam imagery is based on Metroid lore, Doom lore, and we haven't written a song about it yet, but Alien as well. Those three things are brutal sci-fi universes, so we're trying to embody that sound. The slam riffs, you can connect the brutal killing of stuff with the brutal chunky riffs; that's been a match that's existed since the nineties. So that's the slam part, and then the tech part was harder to fit that vibe, so we kind of do it differently. I lean into very dissonance-vibe stuff, like Artificial Brain and Dysrhythmia. I think disso-death and heavy, they aren't usually paired together, even though they should be.” 

“And then as far as chasing the vibe,” Noni adds, “I kind of go about it two ways. With the Metroid soundtrack or universe, that vibe, there's some dark and gloomy atmosphere, but there's a lot of pretty imagery as well. We wanted to find a way to match that very pretty, kind of out-there sound cohesively in songs with a very aggressive and guttural approach.”
 
Like another famous sci-fi horror masterpiece of a different media, Wormhole’s shifting, amorphous style is perfectly suited to blend in and amaze just about any fan of heavy music. That’s The Thing: they can pull off whatever they want, but it’s always boiled down to that tech slam vibe. Do you like tech, melody, breakdowns, atmosphere, or dissonance? Tech slam can fill whatever void you seek.
 
If previous albums were early generation, lower-resolution visions of tech slam, Almost Human is the 4K reboot, where you can see every pixel of terror and awe. Wormhole are absolutely ready for their closeup. Prepare your worms and your holes, tech slam is here to stay. 

Line-up
Julian Kersey: vocals
Sanil Kumar: guitar
Sanjay Kumar: guitar
Bass: Basil Chiasson
Drums: Matt Tillett

Recording studio: Guitars and vocals were recorded at Wormhole HQ. Drums were recorded at AJ Viana Productions.

Producer & engineering: 'Almost Human' was produced and engineered by Wormhole and AJ Viana. Bass parts were produced and engineered by Alex Weber.

Mixing: AJ Viana at AJ Viana Productions

Mastering: Alan Douches

Artwork: Adam Burke at Nightjar Illustration

Photos: Eric DeCarlo

Biography: Nick Senior

Pre-order: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/AlmostHuman
Pre-save:https://orcd.co/almosthumanpresave

Available formats
CD Digipack
Digital Download
Vinyl (Black)
Vinyl (Grey)
Vinyl (Orange)
Vinyl (Green)
 
Links
https://wormholemetal.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/wormholemetal/
https://www.instagram.com/wormholetechslam/?hl=en
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2foAanYCza7knczRDB8DFt?si=hxz_IV21RzuSeLcibU2tkQ&nd=1

EXTREME Announce Tour + Share "THICKER THAN BLOOD" Video

Boston's EXTREME will return to the UK and Europe to spark a new revolution that will take over stages from London to Milan and all points in-between. Non-stop touring behind their rapturously received new album SIX has already seen the band crisscross the U.S., as well as thrill audiences in Australia and Japan.

To set off this next leg of their journey and prepare fans for the Extreme live experience, the band shared a new video for "THICKER THAN BLOOD," filmed from a unique perspective.

"With the 'Thicker Than Blood' video, we wanted to shoot a video that celebrates the fifth and most important member of the band — our fans," video co-director and Extreme guitarist Nuno Bettencourt explains. "So we shot it from the fan's point of view."

Watch the video below.

Globe-spanning footage from California, Australia, and Japan shows just how intense the connection between band and fans can get in the live arena.

"No matter how great a band believes they are, you cannot achieve your dreams of touring the world and doing what you love most, performing, without your fans. It's the most important relationship in our career," Betterncourt continues. 

With Living Colour supporting in the UK and many dates along the way already sold out, the excitement and anticipation for Extreme's return to these shores is electric... and "Thicker Than Blood" is high-wire proof of what the fuss is all about.

SIX is out now, stream it HERE.

Find U.S. tour dates here and below.

Chase Rice Announces 'Get Western 2024 Tour' Launching in February

Following a summer of sold-out dates on his own headlining run, plus appearances with Jelly Roll and Old Dominion in arenas across the U.S. this fall, Diamond-certified songwriter and multi-Platinum star in his own right Chase Rice now brings his critically acclaimed album I Hate Cowboys & All Dogs Go To Hell to fans in Canada with the Get Western 2024 Tour.
 
Kicking off in Vancouver, the run will visit 11 Canadian cities including Calgary, Edmonton, Montreal and more throughout February. Rice will also preface the run with a headlining show in Seattle, Wash. earlier in the month. 
 
Rising star and Canada native Owen Riegling joins as direct support across most dates, with Fort Worth-based singer-songwriter Palmer Anthony joining in Seattle and Vancouver. See the full list of dates below for details.
 
Tickets to all Canada dates go on sale this Friday, Nov. 24, while tickets for Seattle, Wash. are available to purchase now via ChaseRice.com.
 
“From radio to live shows, Canada has always been so good to us,” notes Rice. “I had the chance to explore even more of the beautiful country during my time off from touring earlier this summer, and I can’t wait to come back in the new year for these shows with our Canadian fans.”
 
Fans will be treated to performances of Rice’s chart-topping hits as well as songs off his latest album, I Hate Cowboys & All Dogs Go To Hell. Recorded during an immersive two-week period at Rice’s farm outside Nashville with producer Oscar Charles and a live band using a makeshift recording setup, the album showcases a more raw, vulnerable side of the man praised by the Tennessean for having “crashed through a glass ceiling both he and the industry had imposed on his career” with the project and by Billboard as “an artist who’s somehow managed to totally change his handwriting a decade in.”
 
For more information on all things Chase Rice, visit ChaseRice.com and follow on Facebook, Twitter and TikTok@ChaseRiceMusic and on Instagram @ChaseRice.

Get Western 2024 Tour
Owen Riegling will serve as direct support on all dates except those noted with a * (Palmer Anthony)
Feb. 10              Seattle, Wash.*                                  Showbox SoDo
Feb. 13              Vancouver, British Columbia*          Vogue Theater
Feb. 15              Calgary, Alberta                                The Palace Theater
Feb. 16              Edmonton, Alberta                            Midway
Feb. 17              Saskatoon, Saskatchewan                 Coors Event Centre
Feb. 21              Sault St. Marie, Ontario                    Machine Shop
Feb. 22              Sudbury, Ontario                               The Grand
Feb. 24              London, Ontario                                London Music Hall
Feb. 26              Toronto, Ontario                                Danforth Music Hall
Feb. 27              Kingston, Ontario                              Grand Theatre
Feb. 28              Ottawa, Ontario                                 Bronson Centre
Feb. 29              Montreal, Quebec                              Théâtre Beanfield
 
About Chase Rice
With more than 2.4 million albums sold and over 2.5 billion total streams, plus a legion of passionate fans at his high-energy concerts across the globe, Chase Rice has established himself as a powerful force in Nashville and beyond. With the critically acclaimed album I Hate Cowboys & All Dogs Go To Hell crafted in his rural Tennessee home-turned-studio available everywhere now, Rice’s sound continues to evolve to reflect the realities of his life; from emotional reckoning to an admiration of the Western way of life. The new music, including current single “Bad Day To Be A Cold Beer” and standout track “Bench Seat,” serves as a follow up to his three-part project, The Album, featuring his latest Platinum-certified No. 1 hit, “Drinkin’ Beer. Talkin’ God. Amen. (feat. Florida Georgia Line)” and Platinum-certified Top 10 hit “Lonely If You Are.” This is the same gravelly-voiced Chase Rice fans first fell in love with years ago – but better, freer; unbeholden and uninhibited. The new music builds upon the success of his sophomore album, Lambs & Lions, which featured the 3x Platinum, two-week chart topper “Eyes On You” – Rice’s first No. 1 as an artist and the most-streamed song of his career. Lambs & Lions followed Platinum-certified Ignite the Night, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums and No. 3 on the all-genre chart, producing a pair of Top 5 hits; Platinum-certified “Gonna Wanna Tonight” and Double Platinum “Ready Set Roll.” In addition to guesting on sold-out stadium shows with Kenny Chesney and Garth Brooks, Rice consistently sells out venues on his own headlining tours, including the recently-wrapped Way Down Yonder Tour in support of his new music.

MILWAUKEE METAL FEST 2024 Announces First Wave of Bands; Ft. Mr Bungle, Blind Guardian, Slaughter to Prevail, + More

GET EARLY BIRD PASSES HERE

After a successful return of Milwaukee Metal Festival in 2023, the iconic midwestern, multi-day event is now revealing the first wave of bands for what is already shaping up to be a diverse and hard hitting lineup!

MKE Fest co-organizer and Hatebreed frontman Jamey Jasta comments, "We extremely excited to have Milwaukee Metal Fest not only coming back for another insane year but this time around we have added power metal, more black metal, more doom and some other surprise elements that were not logistically possible last year. This is just the first of many announcements on the horizon and I can’t wait to see everyone in Milwaukee next May!"

Sound Talent Group's Tim Borror adds, "Milwaukee Metal Fest 2023 was so awesome but more importantly, it’s a stake in the ground of how important and vital metal music is. Especially extreme metal! 2024 is going to be even more incredible. Come hang with us in May"

The current bands who will appear at next year's edition are as follows:

MR. BUNGLE

BLIND GUARDIAN

SLAUGHTER TO PREVAIL

IN FLAMES

HATEBREED

DEICIDE

KATATONIA

KAMELOT

MARDUK

POSSESSED

METAL CHURCH

INCANTATION

SKINLESS

THE RED CHORD

HEATHEN

INTERNAL BLEEDING

EMBRYONIC AUTOPSY

EYES OF THE LIVING

& MANY MORE

The festivities will kick off with a pre-party on May 16 while the main festival will run May 17 - 19at The Rave/Eagles Club in Milwaukee, WI and is promised to have bigger headliners, more food, vendors, live podcasts and other surprises!

The festival returned to prominence in 2023 under the watchful eye of Hatebreed frontman and podcaster Jamey Jasta and Sound Talent Group's Tim Borror, as well as the team at The Rave / Eagles Club, where so many of the original festivals took place.

Early bird tickets are on sale now and available for a limited time! 1, 2 & 3 day options zero interest payment plans available at Etix.com.

Fans can visit the official Milwaukee Metal Fest site and sign up for the mailing list for first access to information and exclusive content HERE.

More details will soon be announced! Stay tuned...!

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The Intemperate Sons Release Official Music Video for Single "Dark Day's Night" via FRAME|WORK/INgrooves

Indie rock band The Intemperate Sons released the title track off the yet to be released, Dark Day’s Night LP (set for early 2024). The track was produced by Amir Derakh and The Intemperate Sons at The Kitchen Recording Studios in Dallas, TX. A brand-new music video for the single was released today, 11/17/2023 to the usual platforms.

The Intemperate Sons get a little darker about their outlook on humanity in this track exploring the underbelly of social media and the effects on society as well as personal relationships. Yet, in the end, it isn’t too late to turn back!

All Intemperate Sons’ tracks are mixed by Amir Derakh in Long Beach, CA. All mastering is done by Mike Marsh Mastering in the U.K.

The Intemperate Sons release all their music through the Frame|Work/INgroovesrecord label at the direction of Amir Derakh and Ryan Shuck. The Intemperate Sons are managed by Denny Sanders at The Label Group.

The Intemperate Sons emerged onto the rock scene in the summer of 2019 in Dallas, TX, to bring their distinct sound to the genre. A deep love for music brought family members Keith Watson (drums), Jake Watson (guitars) and Max Watson (vocals, guitars, keys) together along with close friend Mark Marks, who provides the groove on bass to unite everything together. The band's sound has been described as a 90's alternative style that is obsessed with the 70's.

"Dark Day's Night" can be streamed at:

https://ffm.to/tis-dark-days-night

https://ffm.bio/theintemperatesons

Keith is well acquainted with entertaining massive crowds of concert goers and has played with many successful bands in Dallas, such as Gun Hill, Natural Born Thrillers and Agents of Solace, on top of opening for Lynch Mob, Joe Lynn Turner and Sponge. He is the primary lyricist for the band and has written the music for some of their most successful songs, including “Dust to Dust,” “The Color Within,” and “Unrealized.”

Multi-talented and gifted with the ability to play various instruments, Max is also the lead vocalist of the group. Along with being musically dexterous, he has also collaborated with Keith to write lyrics on the released songs “Going Crazy” and “Way Back When.” In the studio, Max usually surmounts expectations and goes above and beyond to prepare prior to a session with his own vocal harmonies.

Jake is the song architect of the Sons and extremely instrumental in the crafting of the music. His inventive ways of bringing lyrics to life in clever ways are unprecedented and fascinating to see in the studio setting. He is a prolific writer of music as well and is credited with helping create the songs “What’s Done is Done,” “Remission,” “Way Back When” and “Wading in the Gray.” Both Max and he play lead guitar on many of the songs as well. The other members of the band fondly refer to him as the “art director” since he enjoys taking charge in those areas for the group.

Prolific and unifying, Mark is an accomplished bass player and well known in Dallas. He was in the regionally successful band, Haggard, and had opened for Sebastian Bach of Skid Row. His input in song writing has been invaluable to the process of creating captivating melodies.

Despite the pandemic putting a pause on many major events, The Intemperate Sons lived up to their name and let nothing hold them back from making music. Constantly hard at work in the studio, they have collaborated with Amir Derakh (Julien-K, Dead by Sunrise, Orgy, Rough Cutt) and Ryan Shuck (Julien-K, Adema, Dead by Sunrise, Orgy). Both have lent their musical talents to various songs and ultimately have brought the Sons on to their label, Frame|Work. This led the band to also recently join the management roster at The Label Group. Ryan worked with Amir to produce the band’s upcoming track, “Game of Keep Away,”and has had a huge impact on the group. He’s been especially influential on Max’s vocal melodies and delivery. Amir also plays guitar on this latest ballad and has been mixing all of the band’s music as well as performing on multiple songs.

Another notable collaboration has been with Tony Franklin (The Firm, Roy Harper, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Whitesnake), primarily on the first album, The Color Within. He has been a valuable friend of the band and has played bass on some of their best tracks from that album, including “Running Man,” “Dust to Dust” and “The Color Within.”

The Intemperate Sons’ take on alternative rock is a dark and powerful concoction of hard rock mixed with folk and grunge concepts. The band has earned a serious reputation for writing and performing tracks that scratch deep into the backbone of the human experience. There is no shortage of darkness in their writing style, which has a retro vibe with many guitar-driven tracks stacked on top of a groovy rhythm section. The heavier style fits perfectly with the two and three-part vocal harmonies that are a huge part of their overall sound. It has been said that musicians that are related form unique sounds and communicate at a frequency only they can understand. This frequency has become engrained in their songwriting, arrangements, guitar melodies and vocal harmonies. The band has been compared to Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots and even R.E.M.

The Intemperate Sons are:

Max Watson (vocals, backing vocals, guitars, keys, bass)

Jake Watson (guitars, bass and backing vocals)

Keith Watson (drums, backing vocals)

Mark Marks (bass)

Photo Credit: Nate Schiefelbein

The Intemperate Sons Show Dates:

Sat Dec 2 @ The Mystical Market 2023 in McKinney, TX
Fri Dec 15 @ Six Springs Tavern in Richardson, TX w/ Flash Mob
Sat Jan 27 @ Rob's Billiards Sports Bar in Euless, TX
Fri Mar 1 @ Hanover's Draught Haus in Pflugerville, TX

For More Information Please Visit:

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Nonpoint Release Highly Anticipated New EP "Heartless" and Unveils "Golden Gloves" Single !

Buy/Stream the Heartless EP at https://lnk.to/Nonpoint_Heartless

Nonpoint, the renowned American rock band, is proud to announce the release of their eagerly awaited new EP, Heartless, along with their latest single, "Golden Gloves" today, November 17th. As the fourth single from the Heartless EP, "Golden Gloves" promises to be a sonic masterpiece, giving listeners an enticing glimpse into the band's evolution and creative prowess.

"Golden Gloves" and the Heartless EP are available now for digital streaming and purchase. In a nod to the nostalgia of yesteryears, the EP is also available as a limited edition cassette, making it a must-have collectible for dedicated enthusiasts. Furthermore, Nonpoint has gone the extra mile by including a custom-branded cassette player, with only 300 units ever produced, available exclusively on Nonpoint's official website, Nonpoint.com.

Nonpoint fans have more to celebrate as the band announced "The Million Watts Tour 2023."Joining them on this sensational tour are musical powerhouses (hed p.e.), Sumo Cyco, and Special Guest VRSTY. The tour is scheduled to kick off on December 1st in Harrisburg, PA, at HMAC on Herr. This tour promises to be an unforgettable experience, bringing together diverse musical influences and unmatched energy.

Tickets available at https://nonpointstore.com/pages/tour-dates

Nonpoint's latest offerings, Heartless and "Golden Gloves," are a testament to the band's relentless pursuit of musical excellence and their commitment to delivering authentic, powerful performances. With a track record of captivating audiences worldwide, Nonpoint continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the rock music scene.

2023 The Million Watts Tour Dates:

12/1 Harrisburg, PA @ HMAC on Herr SOLD OUT

12/2 Hartford, CT @ Webster Underground SOLD OUT

12/3 Hampton Beach, NH @ Wallys

12/5 Montreal, QC @ Foufounes

12/6 Toronto, ON @ Lees Palace

12/8 Green Bay, WI @ Epic Event Center

12/9 Belvidere, IL @ The Apollo Theatre

12/10 Chicago, IL @ Bottom Lounge

12/12 Louisville, KY @ Mercury Ballroom

12/14 Angola, IN @ Eclectic Room

12/15 Flint, MI @ Machine Shop SOLD OUT

12/16 Flint, MI @ Machine Shop SOLD OUT

Nonpoint Festival Dates 2024

4/25 Las Vegas, NV - Sick New World SOLD OUT

5/9-12 Daytona Beach, FL - Welcome to Rockville

6/6-9 Soperown, GA - Throwdown at the Campground

Tickets on sale at nonpoint.com

South Florida-based rock band Nonpoint, has been captivating audiences with their energetic sound and passionate performances for over two decades. Formed in 1997, the band has consistently pushed the boundaries of what modern rock can be, combining heavy metal, nu-metal, and hard rock into a unique and powerful musical force. Over the course of their 20-year career, Nonpoint has released several critically acclaimed albums and garnered a reputation as one of the most exciting live acts in the industry.

Throughout their career, Nonpoint has been celebrated for their signature sound and powerful lyrics, which often tackle social and political issues. Their hard-hitting sound and emotional live performances have earned them a dedicated fanbase, as well as recognition from the music industry. Nonpoint has received multiple award nominations and has been praised by publications such as Rolling Stone, Revolver, and Alternative Press.

In 2021, Nonpoint's song "Ruthless" reached #16 on Billboard’s Rock Chart, and was featured on the New Metal Tracks and Kickass Metal Playlist on Spotify with over 1.6 million combined subscribers, SiriusXM Octane’s Big Uns Countdown, LA Lloyd top 30, Loudwire Nights and "Ruthless" was the featured track for AEW’s nationally televised event BLOOD AND GUTS on TNT in May. Their single "Ruthless" has reached over 3.5 million streams.

Nonpoint is:
Elias Soriano (Lead Vocals)
Robb Rivera (Drums)
Rasheed Thomas (Guitar /Backing Vocals)
Adam Woloszyn (Bass)
Jason Zeilstra (Lead Guitar)

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BEING AS AN OCEAN Unveil Emotive New Single "Flesh and Bone"

Melodic post-hardcore trailblazers Being As An Ocean have today released their emotionally charged single, "Flesh & Bone", a powerful exploration of the duality between the pursuit of dreams and the yearning for home. Experience the heartrending beauty of "Flesh & Bone" HERE. Watch the official music video below.

Pre-order the band's upcoming album, 'Death Can Wait' (out February 2nd, 2024 via Out Of Line Records) HERE.

Providing further context for "Flesh & Bone", the band shares

"Flesh & Bone seeks to describe the splitting of the soul that happens when one gives themselves to their passions, dreams, and obsessions. It is about the feeling of longing for home while being away, while also acknowledging that too much time spent in comfort is time taken away from the unknown, discovery, and adventure. The song is about missing loved ones from the road: the isolation that can be felt when you are away from your support network, especially when you are emotionally low. When the road has become a part of who you are or has shaped you in significant ways, no matter how much you hold those you love dear or how precious the time spent at home, the road still pulls at you and your spirit still hears its call," the band elucidates, capturing the essence of the new single."

With "Flesh & Bone", Being As An Ocean invites listeners to a profound journey through the tumultuous landscape of an artist's heart. It is an anthem that resonates with the sweet sorrow of parting, and the unshakable hope that beckons with every step away from the familiar. Following a successful headlining tour with Of Virtue and SENNA, this single emerges as the third prelude to their highly anticipated album, 'Death Can Wait' set for release on February 2nd, 2024 through Out Of Line Music. Another extremely personal set of songs loaded with pure emotion continuing the band's legacy of crafting deep, introspective music that speaks to the soul.

Being As An Ocean will be playing a special, one-off show at LA's Teragram Ballroom on December 16th, supporting Crown The Empire and will be embarking on a UK & European tour in February next year with Currents on their 'The Death We Seek UK/EU Tour' with Oceans Ate Alaska and Sentinels. For tickets and for more info, head HERE. Full routing below.

BEING AS AN OCEAN

SUPPORTING CROWN THE EMPIRE

12.16.23 - Teragram Ballroom, Los Angeles, CA

ABOUT BEING AS AN OCEAN

Being as an Ocean is a post-hardcore/melodic hardcore band hailing from Southern California. Formed in 2011, the band has been on a journey of self-discovery and artistic evolution, constantly pushing the boundaries of their genre.

In 2012, Being As An Ocean released their debut album, "Dear G-d...," which garnered immediate attention and marked the beginning of their rise in the music scene. With their emotionally-charged sound, Being As An Ocean has left an indelible mark on the alternative music landscape. Their music has resonated with countless people, offering comfort and strength during life's most challenging moments. They have inspired a generation of musicians to be fearless in their exploration of emotion, lyricism, and sound.

Since then, the band has toured the world multiple times over and released career defining records such as “How We Both Wondrously Perish” in 2014, “Waiting For Morning To Come” in 2017, and "PROXY" in 2019. With their unique blend of honesty, vulnerability, and artistic innovation and the pending release of their new album "Death Can Wait" through label Out Of Line music, there's no doubt that Being As An Ocean will continue to make an impact one heartfelt song at a time.

Post Profit Release "Self Defeater" EP + Share "Two Toxic"

Newly signed SHARPTONE RECORDS band POST PROFIT — Matt Jackson [vocals, guitar], Nick Hawner [guitar +vocals], and Zach Hicks [drums + vocals] — released their six-song EP, Self Defeater, today, November 17, via SharpTone Records. Get it here.

The band has shared the visualizer for "Two Toxic." Watch + listen below.

"With 'Two Toxic,' we wanted to do something different and show a more emotional side with what we call an 'anti' love song," the band says. "Lyrically, it touches on the feeling of being in love, but also highlights the negative effects that often come with it.  We put aggressive driving guitars and accents up against gentle delicate moments to resemble that push and pull effect."

The band continues, "We're excited for you all to hear this song and the rest of the EP Self Defeater in its fullness. We've poured our heart, soul, and emotion into it and we hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we did creating it for you. Thank you so much."

Fresh off a spate of dates supporting Nothing More and Dead Poet Society, Post Profit are currently wrapping up a co-headline tour with Silly Goose, with much more touring planned for 2024. All remaining dates with Silly Goose are below. Get tickets here.

Stay tuned for much more from Post Profit in 2024.

POST PROFIT ON TOUR:
WITH SILLY GOOSE:
11/18 —  New Orleans, LA — Parish @ House of Blues
11/20 —  Nashville, TN — The End

ABOUT POST PROFIT
Some would say Post Profit have been waiting for this moment since the cradle, with each member being introduced to musical instruments between the ages of 2 to 6. 

Zach and Matt forged a friendship as toddlers ever since their moms became best friends from church in Longview, TX. Nick would later learn of Matt's vocal prowess through the high school intercom. "Matt's father was the high school principal," explains Nick. "And he'd have Matt on there in the mornings singing about refraining from drugs and alcohol and striving for good school attendance." 

Over the next few years, the trio would really get to know each other from attending and performing at local shows. Nick and Zach especially hit it off and quickly became inseparable, spending much of their time listening to music, eager to put their own band together. Meanwhile, Matt was sinking his teeth into a Dallas based metalcore band called Far From Earth.
 
During early 2017, Matt started hosting open jams every Sunday at a smoky East Texas dive bar and one night asked Zach to join on drums. Zach dragged his new friend Nick along on guitar and the trio quickly formed a strong musical bond. They would soon start slipping originals into their covers sets and after months of unrelenting practices and bar jams they booked their first show at a Halloween party in Tyler, TX.
 
With the experience of countless gigs across the South, Post Profit soon gained a reputation for their commanding and impactful live performance, including powerful 2021 and 2022 performances at Welcome To Rockville in Daytona, FL. Rallying around influences such as Deftones, Incubus, Failure, and Quicksand, the band refined their original songs and sound into what would become their 2022 debut self-produced album When You Think It's Right It's Always Wrong.  The release garnered over a million cumulative streams independently, and the success of their single "Smother" grabbed the attention of SharpTone Records, eventually landing them a deal.

Chaotic Hardcore Newcomers APOSTLE Unleash Vicious New Song + Video, "Pain"

Blackened atmospheric chaotic hardcore newcomers APOSTLE are now unleashing their vicious new single, "Pain," along with a lyric video! The single is taken from the band's upcoming EP, 'Liminal,' which is due on December 15 via Terminus Hate City Records! The clip can be found below.

The band comments, "'Pain' was the first track we began working on when we set out to write what would become 'Liminal.' As with every track on this release, they were all written in our rehearsal space, during rehearsal - making the writing process one of total collaboration and the environment as conducive for organic flow states of creativity. We wanted these songs to be straightforward in their arrangements and delivery and we didn’t want to fixate, overindulge or totally run parts into the ground. Rather, we wanted the movements to be quick and intentional, keeping things dynamic and driving."

Pre-orders are now live for 'Liminal' HERE.

In addition, APOSTLE will be performing two hometown shows before the end of the year. The full run is as follows:

Upcoming Apostle U.S. Dates:

11/17: Atlanta, GA @ Bogg’s Social and Supply (JabroniFest)

12/09: Atlanta, GA @ 529

Apostle's vicious new offering is fueled by the collective prowess of guitarist and vocalist Murice White, bassist Michael Thomas, and drummer Evan Price. Apostle breaks new ground with 'Liminal,' citing many diverse influences, and crafting a sonic landscape that defies categorization.

Murice White's guitar work is a fierce force, delivering textured riffs that traverse the extremes of aggression and beauty, while his seething vocals add a visceral layer to the record's tapestry. Michael Thomas's groove-laden low end provides a solid backbone, grounding the compositions in a rhythmic foundation that is both formidable and infectious. Evan Price's propulsive batterie propels the music forward, adding a kinetic energy that keeps the violent angst front and center.

From the unrelenting chaos of grindcore to the ethereal tremolos of atmospheric black metal, 'Liminal' embarks on an audacious exploration of the outer reaches of metal's vast spectrum. The warm undertones of shoegaze interlace with a robust foundation of melodic hardcore, providing a dynamic and immersive experience that transcends the boundaries of conventional metal. While hosting audible beauty, there is deep and profound pain throughout the record.

For Fans Of: Cult Leader, Birds In Row, God Mother, Yautja, Fluisteraars

Apostle Lineup: 

Murice White - Guitar/Vocals

Michael Thomas - Bass Guitar

Evan Price - Drums

Recording // Production: Connor Ray @ Sobek Sound Studios

Mastering // Enginering: Brad Boatright @ Audiosiege Engineering

Cover Artist: Fabio Rincones

Label: Terminus Hate City

Formats:

-Vinyl (Black) 

-Cassette 

-Digital

Follow // Stream // Download:

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Bandcamp

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Apple Music

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Randall King Offers Baritone-Treatment on Holiday Classic “Silent Night”

With his highly anticipated 18-track sophomore album Into The Neon arriving Jan. 26, 2024, Warner Music Nashville’s Randall King isn’t making fans wait for new music, today offering his Billboard-praised “sturdy baritone” on holiday classic “Silent Night.”
 
King’s take on “Silent Night,” co-produced by King and Jared Conrad, juxtaposes his signature low-pitched vocals with the dancing high chords of the mandolin, and the steady strum of a steel guitar, offering an upbeat tempo on the holiday favorite. View “Silent Night” lyrics below.
 
“We ain’t silent on this night, it’s out now!” exclaimed King. “Early Christmas present from me to y’all!”
 
Into The Neon, also produced by King and Conrad, incorporates a unique blend of the influences from icons and modern masters alike who have inspired King’s sound; inclusive of the timeless ‘80s country twang of George Strait and Keith Whitley, and the blood pumping, Y2K-era rhythms of Dierks Bentley and Gary Allan. 
 
Showcasing his ability to traverse from a toe-tapping waltzer with “When My Baby’s In Boots” to the yearning lament of “I Could Be That Rain,” King lays it all on the line with songs that could just as easily be enjoyed while slow dancing under the starry night sky or while line dancing at a local honky tonk. 
 
King has stayed busy on the road while balancing time in the studio recording new music throughout 2023, recently returning from his first-ever European tour in September, Neon Overseas, with a set of 11 shows, including sold-out stops in Cologne, Germany; London England and more. As the year winds down, King continues to support Jon Pardi and Ian Munsick on select tour dates, while headlining stops in Las Vegas, NV during NFR; Salt Lake City, UT and more. 

For upcoming tour dates and more information, visit RandallKingMusic.com or follow @RandallKingBand across all social platforms.

 
Randall King 2023 Performances: 
Nov. 17 // Cleveland, OH // Agora Theater & Ballroom
Nov. 18 // Hershey, PA //  GIANT Center
Nov. 30 // Independence, MO // Cable Dahmer Arena
Dec. 1 // Tulsa, OK // BOK Center
Dec. 2 // Fort Worth, TX // Dickies Arena
Dec. 8 // Grand Junction, CO // Warehouse 25 Sixty Five
Dec. 9 // Salt Lake City, UT // Soundwell
Dec. 10 // Las Vegas, NV // Stoney's Rockin Country
Dec. 13 // Las Vegas, NV // South Point Casino
Dec. 14 // Las Vegas, NV // South Point Casino
Dec. 15 // Mesa, AZ // Denim & Diamonds
Dec. 16 // Las Cruces, NM // Whisky Dick's
 
About Randall King:
One of country’s new crop of modern traditionalists, Warner Music Nashville artist Randall King grew up on the endless plains of West Texas – and his sound is steeped in their timeless beauty with a mix of grit and grace. He grew up singing in the back of a ‘93 Chevy Suburban, mimicking the pure-country vocals of stars like Keith Whitley, George Strait, Alan Jackson and John Anderson and over the years became drawn to the electrifying energy of modern stars like Eric Church, Dierks Bentley and Jason Aldean. After years of hustling and a road-warrior’s diet of 150 shows each year, King produced and released the defiant 2016 EP, Another Bullet, then followed up with a 2018 self-titled album. Now, King is bringing an organic, timeless sound to the mainstream with his major label debut album Shot Glass. The 11-song collection, seven of which were co-written by King, centers around a night out at a bar, with each track representing a different point of view of those in the room. The album was named to Whiskey Riff’s Top 40 Country Albums of 2022 and Billboard’s All Genre 50 Best Albums of 2022 (So Far), making him the only male country artist to make the list. With over 200+ million career streams to his name, the 2023 Music Mayhem Magazine and 2022 Pandora and Country NowCountry Artist to Watch is looking to the anywhere-and-everywhere future with music that captures the essence of a Western poet who’s never been afraid to be himself.

Capstan Share "Bloom" — LISTEN

Florida five-piece CAPSTAN — Anthony DeMario [vocals], Joe Mabry [guitar], Harrison Bormann [guitar], Andrew "Boz" Bozymowski [bass, vocals], and Scott Fisher [drums] — have shared another new single.

Listen to and watch the visualizer for "Bloom" here. Stream the song here.

"Bloom" demonstrates the softer side of Capstan. Driven by a lilting piano melody, gorgeous vocals, and layered harmonies, it's an emotional journey that packs a sonic lifetime into the space of four minutes. Stick around for the epic ending. It's quite the payoff.

"Every one of us will experience tremendous shifts throughout our lives," the band says, offering a closer look into the song. "We all change drastically as we age, especially as we attempt to overcome our past traumas. 'Bloom' speaks to the journey of learning to focus on the future, instead of the tragedies of the past. A song about growth, and the transition from cyclical self-destructive behavior into hopeful intention for what is to come. It's about the desire to impact the world in a positive, meaningful way, from the perspective of a person who was previously only able to view life through the lens of their trauma. The desire to be the love, be the change. We never stop growing. We never stop blooming."

"Bloom" follows the previously issued double singles "Bête Noire" + "Heart to Heart."

Captan are touring next year with Holding Absence. All dates are below.

CAPSTAN ON TOUR:
WITH HOLDING ABSENCE, CASEY, + ACRES:
1/16 — Seattle, WA — Neumos
1/17 — Portland, OR — Hawthorne Theatre
1/19 — Roseville, CA — Goldfield Trading Post - Roseville
1/20 — Los Angeles, CA — Echoplex
1/21 — Anaheim, CA — Chain Reaction
1/23 — Mesa, AZ — The Nile
1/24 — Albuquerque, NM — Launchpad
1/26 — Denver, CO — Marquis Theater
1/27 — Lawrence, KS — The Granada (half house)
1/28 — Dallas, TX — South Side Music Hall
1/30 — San Antonio, TX — Rock Box San Antonio
1/31 — Houston, TX — RISE Rooftop
2/2 — Tampa, FL — The Orpheum
2/3 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade - Hell
2/4 — Nashville, TN — The Basement East
2/6 — Lakewood, OH — Mahall's
2/7 — Chicago, IL — Bottom Lounge
2/9 — Detroit, MI  — The Shelter
2/10 — Toronto, ON — Velvet Underground Toronto
2/11 — Montreal, QC — Le Studio TD
2/13 — Baltimore, MD — Baltimore Soundstage
2/14 — New York (NYC), NY — Gramercy Theater
2/16 — Philadelphia, PA — The Foundry
2/17 — Worcester, MA — The Palladium

Capstan released their second album SEPARATE in 2021 via Fearless Records.

Sleep Theory Share "Fallout" Video — WATCH

Breakout four-piece Sleep Theory — vocalist Cullen Moore, guitarist Daniel Pruitt, bassist Paolo Vergara, and drummer Ben Pruitt — have shared the video for "Fallout" from their Paper Hearts EP, out now via the Epitaph Records. Get the EP, which has been streamed over 33 million times, here.

The video features intense performance footage colliding with equally intense apocalyptic imagery, both of which fit the urgency of the song. It's a continuation of the end-of-the-world theme seen in the video for "Numb."

It premiered over at Knotfest.com. Watch it below.

"Creating 'Fallout' was a very personal for us, and seeing the music video come to life was surreal," the band states. "The emotion in the track is something we poured our hearts into, and we're thrilled that it resonates so powerfully with our fans. [Director] Orie [McGuiness] took our vision and elevated it beyond expectations. The way the music video captures the essence of the song is amazing. We truly couldn't have asked for a better visual representation for this song."

Sleep Theory will hit the road on a 40-date trek with Beartooth, The Plot In You, and Invent Animate in Winter 2024. All dates are below.

Since bursting onto the scene earlier this year, Sleep Theory have gone from strength to strength — and they show no signs of slowing down.

The Paper Hearts EP features two buzzy singles — "Numb" and "Gone or Staying" — and the songs have established Sleep Theory as one of the most exciting and talked about artists of 2023. The band was praised by Loudwire for its ability to "adapt 2000s arena rock and nu-metal for the future with their anthemic metal-tinged sound that would please any fan of Linkin Park and their ilk. At once enthralling, emotional and disarming, SleepTheory's supercharged single 'Numb' is everything a radio rock fan could want. You'll be humming it for days after." 

 With further press coverage from American Songwriter, Billboard, Celebrity Access, Punktastic, and beyond, as well as major nods from SiriusXM's Octane, Sleep Theory have had a huge 2023 and are clearly gearing up for an even bigger 2024.

In just the past three months, Sleep Theory's monthly listeners have more than doubled, while their YouTube channel views have tripled. They are averaging 1.5 million streams per week, while "Numb" is sitting at No. 16 on the Active Rock chart and continues to climb. The track was No. 1 on on Sirius XM Octane, while the band was the first rock artist included in SiriusXM/Pandora's Artist Accelerator program and will be a part of the Next Wave Concert Series this month.

They've toured with everyone from Shinedown to Set It Off, shared stages with I Prevail and Badflower, and have appeared at Louder Than Life, Rock Fest, ShipRockled, and Point Fest. They also count Jellyroll and Disturbed David Draiman as fans.

PHOTO CREDIT: Alex Bemis

SLEEP THEORY ON TOUR:
12/8 — Minneapolis, MN – The Armory - 93x Nutcracker at The Armory w/ Falling In Reverse, Daughtry

WITH BEARTOOTH, THE PLOT IN YOUR, + INVENT ANIMATE:
1/12 — Cincinnati, OH — Andrew J. Brady Center
1/13 —  Asheville, NC —  Orange Peel
1/14 — Louisville, KY —  Mercury Ballroom 
1/16 — Detroit, MI — Royal Oak
1/17 — Buffalo, NY — Town Ballroom 
1/19 — Toronto, ON — History
1/20 — Montreal, QC — M Telus
1/21 — Boston, MA — House of Blues
1/23 — Philadelphia, PA — Franklin Music Hall 
1/24 — Pittsburgh, PA — Roxian 
1/26 — New York, NY — Palladium Times Square
1/27 — Balitmore, MD — Rams Head
1/28 — Norfolk, VA — The NorVa
1/30 — Atlanta, GA — Tabernacle
2/2 — Charleston, SC — Charleston Music Hall
2/3 — Orlando, FL — House of Blues
2/4 - 2/10 — Shiprocked
2/11 — Tampa, FL — Jannus
2/13 — Huntsville, AL — Mars Music Hall
2/14 — New Orleans, LA — House of Blues
2/15 — Houston, TX — White Oak Music Hall
2/17 — San Antonio, TX — Boeing Center at Tech Port
2/18 — Dallas, TX — House of Blues
2/20 — Phoenix, AZ — Van Buren
2/21 — San Diego, CA — Soma
2/22 — Los Angeles, CA — The Wiltern
2/24 — Sacramento, CA — Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
2/25 — Portland, OR — Crystal Ballroom
2/27 — Seattle, WA — Showbox SoDo
2/28 — Spokane, WA — Knitting Factory
3/1 — Boise, ID — Knitting Factory
3/2 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Complex
3/3 — Denver, CO — The Fillmore
3/5 — Fargo, ND — Sanctuary Events Center
3/6 — St. Paul, MN — Myth Live
3/8 — Chicago, IL — Riviera
3/9 — Madison, WI — The Sylvee
3/10 — Sauget, IL — Pop’s
3/12 — Indianapolis, IN — Egyptian Room at Old National Center
3/13 — Nashville, TN — Marathon Music Works
3/14 — Fort Wayne, IN — The Clyde Theater

WITH STAIND, SEETHER, ASKING ALEXANDRIA, DAYSEEKER AYRON JONES, + TIM MONTANA:
4/19 — Tampa, FL — Amalie Arena
4/20 — Orlando, FL — Central Florida Fairgrounds

5/10 — Daytona, FL – Welcome To Rockville

Twin Temple Announce God Is Dead North American Headlining Tour With Special Guest VOWWS

Twin Temple

Announce:

God Is Dead North American Headlining Tour

With Special Guest VOWWS

Artist Presale Available Now

Promoter Presale On Thursday, November 16 at 10 a.m. Local Time

Tickets On Sale Friday, November 17 at 10 a.m. Local Time

Ticket Info HERE

God Is Dead North American Tour Dates:

13 Feb - San Diego, CA @ Observatory North Park

14 Feb - Phoenix, AZ @ The Nile Theater

16 Feb - San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger

17 Feb - Dallas, TX @ Echo Music Hall

18 Feb - Houston, TX @ Rise

19 Feb - New Orleans, LA @ House of Blues

20 Feb - Atlanta, GA @ Variety Playhouse

21 Feb - St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live

23 Feb - Richmond, VA @ Canal Club

24 Feb - Charlotte, NC @ Underground

25 Feb - Baltimore, MD @ Soundstage

27 Feb - Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer

29 Feb - New York, NY @ Webster Hall

1 Mar - Boston, MA @ Royale

2 Mar - Montreal, QC @ Tulipe

3 Mar - Toronto, ON @ Opera House

5 Mar - Detroit, MI @ Majestic

6 Mar - Chicago, IL @ Metro

8 Mar - Minneapolis, MN @ Varsity Theater

9 Mar - Omaha, NE @ Slowdown

10 Mar - Denver, CO @ The Gothic Theatre

12 Mar - Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot

13 Mar - Las Vegas, NV @ House of Blues

Solid State/Tooth & Nail Records Welcomes Austin Quartet Colorblind + Band Shares "Way Out"

Solid State/Tooth & Nail Records is pleased to welcome Austin, Texas quartet Colorblind to the international roster.

To get acquainted with the band, check out "Way Out." Listen below.

The song is an explosive, alt rock anthem with woozy vocals and buttery beats. 

Also, get to know the band a little more personally by watching this video.

"We couldn't be more excited and honored to be joining the Solid State and Tooth & Nail Records family," the band shares. "Each of us have grown up listening to bands that this record label has helped bring up and put in front of the world, so to have gotten to this point in our individual careers is surreal to say the least. It's a dream come true to have partnered with a legendary record label with such a heavy-hitting and impactful roster.  We look forward to continuing to grow and learn as a band and team. We have a long way to go and there is much work still to be done. We just hope to give back and keep creating art that supplements people’s lives the way that so many artists have supplemented ours. Here's to the future!"

The band is currently on tour with Honey Revenge and Pollyanna. All dates are below.

Colorblind quickly began making a name for themselves by playing notable festivals like Vans Warped Tour, So What?! Music Festival, and Texas Independence Fest in their first year. Forming in 2017, Colorblind released their debut EP, which has accumulated over 5 million streams and helped them connect with brands such as Ernie Ball and Alternative Press. The band combines various aspects of rock, pop, and hip-hop to create a unique sound of their own. Their catchy and addictive vocal melodies combined with an energetic live show has made them a force to be reckoned with. They also toured with Until I Wake, Attack Attack!, and LIMBS in 2023.

COLORBLIND ON TOUR:
WITH HONEY REVENGE + POLLYANNA:
11/16  – Gainesville, FL  —  High Dive
11/17  – Tampa, FL  —  The Orpheum
11/19  – Birmingham, AL  —  Saturn
11/20  – Chattanooga, TN  —  Cabana’s
11/21  – St. Louis, MO  —  Off Broadway
11/22 – Oklahoma City, OK  —  89th St
11/24 – Albuquerque, NM  —  Moonlight
11/26  – Anaheim, CA  —  Chain Reaction
12/2 — Dallas, TX — Trees*
*Co-headline with Notions
  
And keep an eye out for more in 2024!

KOLBY COOPER’S “RUNNING AWAY” WITH HIS NEW ROCK-COUNTRY SOUND IN LATEST RELEASE, AVAILABLE NOW

“Top Album” 

- Whiskey Riff

- Raised Rowdy

“Cooper also finds himself in an impressive league of rockers including artists — such as HARDY and Brantley Gilbert — who have made their way into the country music genre via determination and a whole bunch of talent.” 

- PEOPLE

“Country rocker Kolby Cooper is living his dream in so many ways that you could very easily call him the luckiest man on Earth…”

- PopCulture

“Let’s get one thing straight, Kolby Cooper will always bring the heat…His transparent honesty and steadfast sense of self, Kolby Cooper will be at a stadium near you in no time.”

- All Country News

“If you’re not listening to the new Kolby Cooper at maximum volume, you’re doing it wrong.”

 - Whiskey Riff

“His powerful vocals and songwriting prowess combined with his honesty and blazing instrumentals make the listener excited for each and every new song.” 

- Country Swag

“Cooper’s vocals could rend your heart in two; it’s propulsive and packs more than a few punches.”

–  Countrypolitan

“Kolby Cooper taps into his country-rock sound…as the rising singer/songwriter’s vocals ignite a fiery passion in his addiction to the things he craves.”

- Country Now

“Country music’s newest badass” (People) Kolby Cooper today releases his irresistible new smash “Running Away” via BBR Music Group/Wheelhouse Records in partnership with Combustion Music – the latest from Cooper's new musical era that his chaotically obsessed fans already can’t get enough of. Fusing rock-n-roll with his Texan roots, the touring powerhouse has been selling out venues & earning stream numbers comparable to household names since his teens. Written by Cooper with Michael Whitworth and producer Andrew Baylis, the tantalizing new song depicts a man going haywire for a girl with sapphire eyes. Listen to “Running Away” Below.

"When we finished writing ‘Running Away,’ I felt that I had written my favorite song, and I still feel that way today,” says Cooper. “This song is about a world where my wife and I never actually got together and the constant struggle of trying to convince her that it’s meant to be and that it will all work out."

Named by Country Swag as “one of the most talented rising artists in country music right now,” Cooper continues to drive his newly unveiled Country-rocker sound that has already been met with great acclaim, following his Grand Ole Opry debut, the release of the homesick “Hello From The Road,” the fiery anthem “Kill Me” and his acclaimed label-debut album, Boy From Anderson County To The Moon. 

Continuing his strenuous packed-out headlining tour-schedule throughout 2023, Kolby Cooper has “proven that he has everything it takes to hang with the big dawgs in country music” (Whiskey Riff).

Upcoming 2023 Tour Dates: 

November 10 – Paso Robles, CA – BarrelHouse Crewing Co. Amphitheater

November 11 – Roseville, CA – Goldfield Trading Post Roseville

November 16 – Laramie, WY – The Cowboy Saloon & Dance Hall

November 17 – Colorado Springs, CO – Black Sheep

November 18 – Albuquerque, NM – The Dirty Bourbon 

November 28 – Tomball, TX – Main Street Crossing

November 29 – Athens, TX – The Texan*

November 30 – College Station, TX – The Tap*

December 1 – Waco, TX – The Backyard Bar Stage & Grill

December 2 – McKinney, TX – Hanks’ Texas Grill*

December 8 – New Braunfels, TX – Gruene Hall

December 9 – New Braunfels, TX – Gruene Hall             

*Acoustic show dates

About Kolby Cooper:

Only three years out of high school, still living in his small hometown of Bradford, Texas, Kolby Cooper started selling out shows and clocking millions of streams using only his songs as muscle, earning streaming numbers competitive with household names. Now, at only 24 years old, having amassed over 330 million on-demand streams, Cooper’s label debut album Boy From Anderson County To The Moon is out now via BBR Music Group / Wheelhouse Records in partnership with Combustion Music. A prolific songwriter known for his cut-throat, highly relatable break-up anthems and uncensored lyrics, “Cooper has already made quite the name for himself” (American Songwriter), writing songs that fans sing back to him from the very first note, including just-released tracks. “Blazing a trail to stardom” (People), “there’s one thing for certain about Cooper…the man is versatile as all hell. He can have you hyped up through the roof or have you crying in your beer at the corner of a bar on a Friday night” (Whiskey Riff). Now, “Country Music’s Newest Badass” (People) is giving his rabid fanbase exactly what they demanded with his latest “Running Away,” the homesick honesty of “Hello From The Road” and the fiery anthem “Kill Me,” introducing a fresh, pumped-up new sound that’s been commanding his electric live shows. Continuing his strenuous tour schedule throughout 2023, catch Cooper headlining sold-out shows all over the country, bringing with him his signature blend of wailing electric guitar and stadium-level anthems. For more information, visit his website HERE.

Photo Credit: Gabriel Muniz Photography

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Ian Munsick Sets Red Rocks Amphitheatre Debut w/ The War And Treaty and Chancey Williams; June 5, 2024

IAN MUNSICK SETS RED ROCKS AMPHITHEATRE
HEADLINING DEBUT FOR JUNE 5, 2024

GRAMMY-Nominated Duo The War And Treaty and Wyoming Native 
Chancey Williams Join as Special Guests

Pre-Sale Tickets Available Now for Fan Club Members; 
General On-Sale Begins this Friday, Nov. 17 at 10 A.M. MT

For More Information, Visit www.IanMunsick.com

Wyoming native Ian Munsick’s passion for country and western music was nurtured in the shadows of the Rocky Mountains, where he learned how to play multiple instruments as a child while singing alongside his brothers and father. Turning a family affair into mainstream success, Munsick’s sky high voice and sawing fiddle have carried him everywhere from the theaters of Los Angeles, to the eastern shores of Boston and the arenas of Montana. Now Munsick is returning to the Rocky Mountain region, setting his first-ever headlining show at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre on June 5, 2024.

GRAMMY nominated duo The War And Treaty and fellow Wyoming artist Chancey Williams will join as support. Pre-sale tickets are available now to members of “The Heard,” with general on-sale tickets available for purchase beginning this Friday, Nov. 17 at 10 A.M. MT. For more information and to sign up for The Heard fan club, visit www.IanMunsick.com.

“If I could choose one venue to perform my music in, it would be Red Rocks,” shares Munsick. “An amphitheater carved in Rocky Mountain rock, surrounded by what influences my creativity the most. It feels like my whole life has been leading up to this moment. I hope you get to join us June 5th, 2024 for what will be the greatest show of my career… this one’s for the west!”

Munsick released his full-length sophomore album White Buffalo earlier this year, earning accolades from Billboard, American Songwriter, People, MusicRow and more. White Buffalo will receive a special documentary treatment this December, with a red carpet premiere of White Buffalo: Voices of the West during the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. The documentary expands on the album’s concept, with the white buffalo representing a sacred symbol for the plains tribes of Native America, its return signaling prosperity and rebirth. 

Featured in the documentary are Pro Buckin’ Horse producer and entrepreneur from the Blackfoot Tribe, Dougie Hall; rancher, horse trainer and actor from the Crow Tribe, Stephen Yellowtail; and cowgirl from the Blackfeet Nation, Sammy Jo Bird; as together with Munsick they explore the modern-day relationship between cowboys, ranchers and Native American tribes, and how they often rely on each other to live off the land out west.
 
Munsick’s solo version of “Long Live Cowgirls,” the album’s flagship single which received RIAA Gold-certification and reeled in over 115 million streams, is now playing on country radio. His headlining The Buffalo Roams Tour is currently underway, featuring a rotating lineup of special guests including Randall King, Triston Marez, Catie Offerman, Jake Worthington and Chancey Williams. Visit www.ianmunsick.com for tickets and more details.

ABOUT IAN MUNSICK
A native son of Wyoming, Ian Munsick is painting a stampeding, spirited portrait of the American West with his sophomore album White Buffalo, out now. The 18-track album spans unfiltered tales of romance and ranch life, hard-working anthems with honkytonk hooks and mountain-time odes to family and forever-young fun. It builds upon the spacious roots-pop beauty he introduced on his major label debut, Coyote Cry. Over the past three years, the 30-year-old has accumulated nearly half a BILLION global streams and a host of accolades. He has been named an “Artist to Watch” by Spotify, CMT, Fender, MusicRow and more. A seasoned entertainer, having grown up tending cattle by day and playing music in a family band each night, Munsick toured recently alongside country music superstars Morgan Wallen and Cody Johnson, and will serve as direct support for select dates of Lainey Wilson’s Country’s Cool Again tour in 2024. Beyond his noteworthy professional accomplishments, he has also become both a husband and a father. Now the Warner Music Nashville recording artist and multi-instrumentalist is representing his home, and its special cast of people, like never before. The first release from White Buffalo, standout duet “Long Live Cowgirls” (with Cody Johnson), hit No. 1 on SiriusXM’s The Highway Hot 30 Countdown, was named one of Amazon Music’s Best Country Songs of 2022 and recently received RIAA Gold-certification alongside “Long Haul” off his debut album Coyote Cry; while Munsick’s solo version of “Long Live Cowgirls” impacted country radio on Oct. 23. Fans of Ian Munsick will always find an open heart, natural awe and plainspoken honesty as he rides on… bringing the West to the rest. 

SiM Announces First Ever North American Headliner PLAYDEAD World Tour Season 1 With Fame On Fire + Within Destruction

SiM

Announces:

PLAYDEAD World Tour Season 1

First Ever Headlining North American Tour

With Special Guests Fame on Fire + Within Destruction

SiM Will Also Perform at Welcome To Rockville In Spring 2024

PLAYDEAD VIP On Sale at 10 a.m. Local Time + Presale at Noon Local Time Today

Crunchyroll Presale Begins Wednesday, November 15 from 10 a.m. Local Time to Thursday, November 16 at 11 p.m. Local Time

Tour Tickets On Sale Friday, November 17 at 10 a.m. Local Time

Ticket Info HERE

Japanese reggae punx SiM have today announced PLAYDEAD World Tour Season 1, their very first North American headlining tour with special guests Fame on Fire and Within Destruction. The headliner will also have a separate, limited availability of VIP upgrades which include a meet and greet with the band plus an accompanying personal photo, autographed 'PLAYDEAD' vinyl, an exclusive Japanese merch item, and early entry into the venue on show day for easier merch shopping. VIP will be available for purchase at 10 a.m. local time today, and artist presale will be available shortly after at noon local time today. Crunchyroll presale begins tomorrow, Wednesday, November 15 at 10 a.m. local time and ends Thursday, November 16 at 11 p.m. local time. Tickets go on sale to the general public this Friday, November 17 at 10 a.m. local time. Speaking about the announcement, vocalist MAH commented:

"We're super excited to announce our first-ever headline tour in North America! Have you guys checked out our latest album "PLAYDEAD" which is filled with nu-metal bangers? I can't wait to see you guys in da pit!"

Prior to today, the band released their critically acclaimed latest album 'PLAYDEAD' (via UNFD), and released the official music video for "Under The Tree (Full Length Ver.)" as featured on the immensely popular anime series 'Attack On Titan' which recently aired its highly-anticipated series finale. Fans can also find "RED", the theme song for the latest season of Netflix anime series 'Kengan Ashura', on the album as well. Get your tickets at the link here as these are sure to go quickly, and stream 'PLAYDEAD' here.

PLAYDEAD World Tour Season 1 Tour Dates:

April 19 - Seattle, WA @ The Neptune

April 20 - Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theatre

April 22 - San Francisco, CA @ August Hall

April 23 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Belasco

April 25 - San Diego, CA @ House of Blues

April 26 - Phoenix, AZ @ The Nile Theater

April 28 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Soundwell

April 29 - Denver, CO @ Summit

May 1 - Dallas, TX @ Echo Music Lounge

May 3 - Lawrence, KS @ Liberty Hall

May 4 - Minneapolis, MN @ Fine Line Music Cafe

May 5 - Chicago, IL @ Concord Music Hall

May 7 - Nashville, TN @ Basement East

May 8 - Louisville, KY @ Mercury Ballroom

May 10 - Charlotte, NC @ The Underground

May 11 - Atlanta, GA @ The Buckhead Theatre

May 12 - Daytona Beach, FL @ Welcome To Rockville*

May 14 - Philadelphia, PA @ Brooklyn Bowl

May 15 - Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore Silver Spring

May 18 - Detroit, MI @ St. Andrew's Hall

May 20 - Toronto, ON @ Danforth Music Hall

May 21 - Montreal, QC @ Theatre Beanfield

May 23 - New York, NY @ Irving Plaza

May 24 - Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club

*Festival Date

Darkest Hour Announce New Album "Perpetual | Terminal" + Share Video for Title Track — WATCH // Touring With Exodus This Fall

Washington, D.C. quintet Darkest Hour — Mike Schleibaum [guitar], John Henry [vocals], Aaron Deal [bass], Travis Orbin [drums], and Nico Santora [guitar] — have announced their tenth album Perpetual | Terminal, out February 23 via MNRK Heavy. Pre-order it here.

The band has introduced the new album by sharing the video for the title track. 

Watch the video below.

"This is a whole Darkest Hour album in one song," the band says. "It felt like the perfect album opener, eventually became the title track, and therefore is the perfect place to start as we present this new album to the world. Lyrically, it touches on all of the themes of the record — an album centered around the duality of survival and rebirth. Or, you could just say, some new music from old friends who just won't ever give up."

Darkest Hour will hit the road tomorrow with Exodus and Fit For An Autopsy. All dates, which run through December, are below.

DARKEST HOUR ON TOUR:
WITH EXODUS, FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY, + UNDEATH: 
 11/15 — Fort Lauderdale, FL — Revolution
    11/16 — St. Petersburg, FL — Jannus Live
    11/17 — Destin, FL — Club LA
    11/18 — Little Rock, AR — The Hall
    11/19 — New Orleans, LA — The Civic Theatre
    11/20 — San Antonio, TX — Vibes Event Center
    11/21 — El Paso, TX — Rockhouse Bar & Grill
    11/22 — Albuquerque, NM — Sunshine Theater
    11/24 — Anaheim, CA — House of Blues
    11/25 — Las Vegas, NV — House of Blues
    11/26 — Tucson, AZ — Encore
    11/28 — Grand Junction, CO — Mesa Theater
    11/29 — Colorado Springs, CO — The Black Sheep
    11/30 — Lawrence, KS — Granada Theater
    12/1 — Sauget, IL — Pop’s
    12/2 — Joliet, IL — The Forge
    12/3 — Fort Wayne, IN — Piere’s Entertainment Center
    12/4 — Nashville, TN — Brooklyn Bowl Nashville
    12/5 — Cincinnati, OH — Bogart’s
    12/7 — Sayreville, NJ — Starland Ballroom
    12/8 — Hartford, CT — The Webster
    12/9 — Wantagh, NY — Mulcahy’s Concert Hall
    12/10 — New Kensington, PA — Preserving Underground

ABOUT DARKEST HOUR:
Darkest Hour, as a whole, have weathered time, trends, and tides of change and stand stronger nearly three decades since their formation. Their unique sonic style incorporates death metal exorcisms, thrash recklessness, hardcore punk attitude, and melodic catharsis at the speed of a circle pit.
  
"The record's theme centers around the duality of survival while embracing rebirth,'" says Schleibaum. "We keep killing parts of ourselves to make new parts and survive. The story of the record is the story of the band. We're still here, and we're giving the world a body of work that's representative of our music today. We've realized relationships, tours, good times, everything that seems to give life meaning, is terminal — and will inevitably end. Nevertheless, we're 46-year-old dudes who love this music enough to put up with the trials and tribulations of being artists in a touring band."
 
Darkest Hour clawed their way out of the DMV area in 1995. Throughout the ensuing years, they tallied tens of millions of streams and quietly built a diehard fan base. Canvasing the globe, they packed thousands of shows and touched down on every continent, save Antarctica. Along the way, they notably notched five Top 3 debuts on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums Chart. 2017's Godless Prophets & the Migrant Flora marked the group's third #1 bow on the latter in addition to crashing the Top 10 of the Top Vinyl Albums Chart. It also represented a creative and critical high watermark. Beyond praise from Revolver, EXCLAIM!, and more, MetalSucks rated it a rare perfect score of "5-out-of-5" and hailed it as "the best album Darkest Hour have ever made." New Noise cited it as "one of the best of 2017," and Metal Hammer dubbed it "a monumental return." PopMatters crowned it "a masterclass in following your beliefs no matter where they might take you."

ABOUT MNRK MUSIC GROUP:
MNRK Music Group is one of the largest independent music companies in the world, with recording, music publishing, and management divisions operating in every major music market. MNRK is committed to discovering and guiding top music creators and artists and works with some of the greatest musical talent including The Lumineers and Pitbull, the music publishing catalog of Chuck Berry, plus premier music companies Dualtone Music Group and Last Gang. The company’s music department services Academy Award and Emmy Award-winning producers. Its catalog across divisions consists of 54,000 music tracks, including multiple GRAMMY winners and platinum-selling hits. 

DUSTIN LYNCH’S “STARS LIKE CONFETTI” BURSTS AS NINTH CAREER #1

MULTI-PLATINUM star Dustin Lynch shines atop the Country Aircheck/Mediabase chart this week with “Stars Like Confetti.” Marking his ninth U.S. career #1 at Country radio, he also reigns #1 on the Countrytown Hot 50 in Australia.

“What a way to cap off what has been an incredible year for us! Country radio friends and fam, thank YOU for another #1! Big shout-out to Josh Thompson, Thomas Rhett, and Zach Crowell for bringing this one into existence and their surrounding support systems,” shares Lynch. “Speaking of support systems, I’ve got the best. Thank you to my team, band, crew, and the best damn radio folks in the biz – Broken Bow Records. If y’all need me, I’ll be gone huntin’.” 

Mixing nostalgia and the passion of young love into a blast of upbeat Country-Rock, the Josh Thompson, Thomas Rhett, and Zach Crowell-penned track is tailor-made for his exhilarating live shows. Also produced by Crowell, the ringing guitars and classic dobro meet a pounding pulse as the heartbeat to Lynch’s bursting vocal, full of energy and ready to move fans by the tens of thousands. Likewise, the Chris Hicky-directed music video shows the supernova in his element, surrounded by festivalgoers from Country Jam USA 2022 (Eau Claire, WI) as the life of the party – like he’s done for 10 years straight. Whether connecting before the concert, thrilling a crowd onstage, or creating the soundtrack to a starry-eyed couple’s love story, the proven entertainer has never been more magnetic or more in tune with the moments that define forever-kind of memories. Watch here.

First heard on Lynch’s 2022 release Blue In The Sky (Broken Bow Records), which delivered the history-making 2x PLATINUM, six-week #1 collaboration “Thinking ‘Bout You (feat. MacKenzie Porter)” and hit “Party Mode,” Lynch’s brand-new statement-making sixth studio album, Killed The Cowboy, is available everywhere. Garnering high-profile media acclaim, he’s stacked top-tier features from the likes of Associated Press, PEOPLE, Muscle & Fitness, and Nashville Lifestyles, in additional to broadcast segments with Entertainment Tonight, and more.

On deck to support Blake Shelton’s BACK TO THE HONKY TONK TOUR this winter, tickets are on sale now for Lynch’s headline KILLED THE COWBOY TOUR beginning April 2, 2024, at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN. Making major city appearances next spring in Charlotte, NC, Minneapolis, MN, and Boston, MA, among others, he’ll top off the 18-date run on May 11 at Harrah's Stir Concert Cove in Council Bluffs, IA. With special guest Skeez, find tickets and a full list of tour dates here.

ABOUT DUSTIN LYNCH:
Dustin Lynch has "built one of the most consistent recording careers in modern country music” (Billboard), achieving nine #1s; four Top 5 albums; 10 GOLD, PLATINUM, and MULTI-PLATINUM certified singles; and tallying over 5.4 BILLION cumulative global streams. His sixth studio album, Killed The Cowboy (Broken Bow Records), is boldly making a statement. The follow-up to Blue In The Sky, which delivered the history-making 2x PLATINUM, six-week #1 “Thinking ‘Bout You (feat. MacKenzie Porter)” – the most-played song at Country radio in 2022 landing at #1 on the Mediabase and #2 on the Billboard Year-End Country Airplay charts – also featured hit singles: #1 “Stars Like Confetti” and “Party Mode.” Launching the KILLED THE COWBOY TOUR in 2024, Lynch has headlined packed venues and toured with Country’s biggest names like Luke Bryan, Florida Georgia Line, Brad Paisley, Kane Brown, and is next on deck to support Blake Shelton’s BACK TO THE HONKY TONK TOUR. Since his PLATINUM breakout “Cowboys and Angels” in 2012, the Tennessee native has earned industry recognition as a Grand Ole Opry member, as well as high-profile nominations for the Academy of Country Music Awards, American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, iHeartRadio Music Awards, and CMT Music Awards.

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BEYOND THE GATES 2024 Guided Tours and Experiences On Sale Now

The revamped versions of the highly successful guided tours with Pytten, Tore Bratseth and Finn Håkon Rødland are on sale now! Hear the stories about how black metal classics were recorded in the revered Grieghallen studios, visit famous locations in Norwegian Black Metal lore and get a chance to get the in-depth story behind the world famous Fantoft Stave Church.

The epic four-day metal event will take place once again in the heart of Bergen (NO) from July 31 - August 3, 2024 with performances by Behemoth, Satyricon, Watain, Venom, Trelldom (first concert ever!) + more!

BEYOND THE GATES 2023 FESTIVAL PASSES

BEYOND THE GATES EXPERIENCE TICKETS

Beyond the Gates Festival is now revealing the return of its third annual Beyond the Gates Experience, which offers special guided tours in the heart of Bergen (NO) by some of the Norwegian music scene's own icons! These once-in-a-headbanger-lifetime experiences will be offered to fans during the festival, which includes a tour to the infamous Fantoft Stave Churchwith Finn Håkon Rødland, the Black Metal Landmarks tour with Tore Bratseth, and Beyond the Black Metal Classics - a guided tour of Grieghallen with Pytten!

Fans can purchase their tickets and select their preferred date and time HERE.

The experience details are as follows:

Black Metal Landmarks with Tore Bratseth

Metal legend and storyteller bar none, Tore Bratseth (Old Funeral, The Batallion, Bömbers) will take you on a trip to the outskirts of Bergen to show visitors a series of key locations in the Norwegian black metal lore. The trip includes stops at the Lysekloster ruins, where a series of legendary photo and video shoots have taken place, as well as the bunker where Euronymous was photographed for the “De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas” promo cycle. Another stop on the trek is the location of the original Os Rock Club where Mayhem rehearsed before the recording “DMDS” in Grieghallen, and also regular rehearsal place for Old Funeral and Amputation.

This trip will go by bus from outside of Grieghallen (Nygårdsgaten).

Beyond the Black Metal Classics - a guided tour of Grieghallen with Pytten

If you want to get an in-depth look at how some of the most renowned black metal classics from the 90s came together, look no further! Legendary producer Pytten has offered to take the Beyond the Gates audience on a guided tour of Grieghallen, where he recorded seminal albums such as Enslaved’s Vikingligr Veldi, Frost and Eld, the first two Emperor albums, In the Nightside Eclipse and Anthems to the Welkin at Dusk, Gorgoroth’s Pentagram and Antichrist,Mayhem’s De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas, and Immortal’s Diabolical Fullmoon Mysticism, Battles in the North. Without a doubt, all of these records were instrumental in shaping what became the sound of the inimitable Norwegian Black Metal scene in the 90’s.

In an effort to make this an intimate experience for all attendees, there will only be a very limited number of tickets available for each group.

Fantoft Stave Church Tour with Finn Håkon Rødland

Any self-respecting black metal aficionado knows the dark story of the genre's origins, which includes the infamous Fantoft Stave Church arson that took place on June 6, 1992. Now rebuilt exactly as it was before the fire, fans can get a personal tour of this legendary site with black metal historian Finn Håkon Rødland.

Beyond the Gates Festival is now revealing the first wave of bands who will grace the 2024 lineup! The lineup consists of a mixture of legendary artists and purveyors of the true cult underground, which can be found below! The epic four-day metal event will take place once again in the heart of Bergen (NO) from July 31 - August 3, 2024!

Current Beyond the Gates 2024 lineup:

Behemoth

Satyricon

Watain

Venom

Trelldom (First concert ever)

Vreid (Celebrating 30 years!)

Djevel

Cult of Fire

Dødheimsgard

Darkspace

Manbryne

Grab your limited Gold Passes now HERE. These includes all live concerts, including the Day and Night Shift concerts.

Beyond the Gates previously commented,

"We are incredibly proud to announce the first batch of bands for Beyond the Gates 2024. We say this every time, but we do promise that next year is going to be something you’ve never experienced before. On the back of that statement, please welcome the juggernaut that is Behemoth. The band hasn’t played in Bergen since 2012, so their return is much welcomed. We’re also very excited to be able to present Satyricon, who is releasing a new album next spring, and will return to the live scene for the first time in five years!

"Founders and innovators Venom and Watain will also grace Beyond the Gates with a visit next year with their spectacular and energetic live shows.

"Moving on, Trelldom, featuring the iconic singer Gaahl, who will do their first live appearance ever since their formation in the early 90s. Vreid will celebrate 30 years of Sognametal, while Norwegian black metalers Djevel and Dødheimsgard will grant us with exclusive sets.  

"Completing the first round of names are the Czech’s Cult of Fire with their massive live show, the mysterious Darkspace from Switzerland and Polish Manbryne, who will do their first concert outside of their home country.

"As always, the festival will be stacked with numerus activities you can experience in addition to the live concerts: Guided tours, fairs, market and so forth."

“As a festival, Beyond the Gates is immediately lovable. Bergen is intrinsically part of that embrace… Sure, Norway’s expensive, but seeing the best bands out there, taking in a Tolkienesque fjord or two, pilgrimaging to Fantoft church, hitting up Gaahl’s art gallery (Galleri Fjalar) nestled in the quaint houses at Bryggen while Freyr gleefully and continually pisses rain on you from the heavens? All worth its weight in hordes of kroner.” - Decibel Magazine, December 2022 issue

Since the inception of the Beyond the Gates festival, fans have been coming to Bergen to see performances of their favorite Norwegian artists in their home environment. As most visitors know, nature and local culture has always been a poignant source of inspiration for the bands emerging from the Bergen scene. Yet again, Beyond the Gates will give all of the traveling fans the opportunity to get an unique insight into all aspects of the Norwegian Metal scene and the local culture in general. In that regard, we’re putting together a series of events before and during the festival so that all of you can discover what inspired – and still does - the Norwegian metal scene.

More special events will be announced, including exclusive listening parties, music and culture panels, in-depth live interviews, and a wealth of of events and activities that will give you a Beyond the Gates Experience that will last for a lifetime. Stay tuned for more...

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