Oceano Announce New North American Tour Dates with The Last Ten Seconds Of Life + A Wake In Providence

Deathcore titans Oceano have today announced new North American headlining dates with The Last Ten Seconds Of Life and A Wake In Providence as support. Tickets go on sale this Wednesday, March 27 at noon CST. The band will also be on the road beginning next week for the 'Depths' 15 anniversary tour dates. Be sure to get your tickets at the link here before they're all gone, and keep 'em peeled for more Oceano news coming very soon.

Oceano Tour Dates with The Last Ten Seconds Of Life + A Wake In Providence

5/29 - Springfield, MO @ The Riff

5/30 - Oklahoma City, OK @ 89th Street

5/31 - New Orleans, LA @ Southport Hall

6/1 - Corpus Christi, TX @ House Of Rock

6/2 - Ft. Worth, TX @ So What!? Music Fest*

6/4 - Little Rock, AR @ The Rev Room

6/5 - Birmingham, AL @ Workplay

6/6 - Nashville, TN @ The End

6/7 - Lexington, KY @ Manchester Music Hall

6/8 - Toledo, OH @ Toledo Death Fest*

* Festival Performance

'Depths' 15th Anniversary Shows

4/05 - Iowa City, IA @ Wildwood*

4/06 - Chicago, IL @ Reggies*

4/07 - Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary*

4/11 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving+

4/12 - Worcester, MA @ Palladium+

4/13 - Brooklyn, NY @ Meadows+

4/14 - Mechanicsburg, PA @ Lovedraft's+

4/19 - San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick***

4/20 - Anaheim, CA @ Chain Reaction***

4/21 - San Francisco, CA @ Neck of the Woods***

*With By The Thousands

+With Within The Ruins

***With I Declare War

Oceano’s ability to encode such transmission within the framework of tight, taught, and technical heavy music remains a key to their success since 2006. Over the years, the group has ignited a diehard fan base. Picking up where critically acclaimed 2015’s 'Ascendants' and 2017’s 'Revelation' left off, the band expands their patented deathcore punch with brutal heaviness and moments of unrelenting technicality and precision in their latest single, “Mass Produced”. Oceano utilizes thought-provoking lyricism that continues to elevate them within the landscape of heavy music, a key to their success over the past decade.

The Dreaded Laramie Release Femmecore Single "Fishnets"

THE DREADED LARAMIE SHARE NEW SINGLE "FISHNETS" — LISTEN

BAND ALSO ANNOUNCES A CO-HEADLINING SPRING TOUR WITH VIRGINITY — DATES AND INFO HERE

Watch the music video for "Fishnets" below.

"Fishnets" follows the release of "Breakup Songs," which the band released in 2023.

"As much as I would love for recovery to be straightforward (in breakups, grief, or really any context), it seems unavoidable that it is a non-linear process where you can be fine one day and a wreck the next. We wanted 'Fishnets' to reflect that pendulum between emotional stability and totally freaking out. The meter change between the verses and the choruses feels disorienting to me in a way that is authentic to an experience like, I don't know, getting an out-of-the-blue text from an ex asking to be guest listed for a show." — MC Cunningham, Vocalist of The Dreaded Laramie

The Dreaded Laramie have been melting faces while making people think since 2019, with their own brand of cock rock-coded femmecore. This Nashville quartet delivers high-energy hooks and first-rate musicality, with trademark guitarmonies that scratch that very specific itch in your brain.

Their new album Princess Feedback is an album filled with riffs made of liquid magma and heavy-hitting rhythm section ferocity. But it's also a breakup record. It's a controlled blast — a sonic explosion performed with deliberate precision, clearing the way for what lies beneath. Songs that might sound joyful on first listen are, in time, revealed to be introspective meditations on self-doubt and healing.

On the standout track "Breakup Songs," guitarist/vocalist MC Cunninghamdelves into the healing process post-split: "I can't control the way I heal, feel, or bleed / 'Cause healing isn't the lips, it's the teeth."

Cunningham explains, "The line about the lips is evoking kissing, something tha'’s fun, it's sweet, it's soft, but it isn't nourishing in any way. And what healing is, you're actually taking a bite of something, you're actually giving yourself nourishment, you're growing as a person. And it's also like getting bitten a lot of the time. It's the teeth."

The album was produced, mixed, and engineered by Grammy winner Dave Schiffman (PUP, The Bronx), who managed to capture the band at its very best, maintaining the live energy that makes them an instant hit with crowds of all sizes. "We did most of the guitar harmony tracking at the same time, which was a highlight of the recording process for me," says guitarist Zach Anderson. "We had everything set up in the control room, and so many pedals and dozens of guitars laying around, and we were just grabbing them and trying them out. It was so fun to have Dave in the captain's chair, and getting to play them in real time was a total blast."

The Dreaded Laramie subvert expectations without being in your face about it, and Princess Feedback is an album crafted firmly in that spirit. 

The Dreaded Laramie + Virginity Tour Dates
Tickets and info are available here.

4/19 - Atlanta, GA @ Ideal Sports Bar w/ New Junk City + Big Computer

4/20 - Greenville, SC @ Swanson’s Warehouse w/ Sawyer Norman + Sitris

4/21 - Savannah, GA @ The Sentient Bean w/ Off Work + Crimson Fever

4/22 - Charleston, SC @ Tin Roof w/ Newgrounds Death Rugby + Never Any Ordinary

4/23 - Daytona, FL @ Tir Na Nog w/ Porch Coffin + Orange Blossom Trail 

4/24 - Tampa, FL @ Hooch And Hive w/ Post Sex High + NowInColor*

4/26 - Gainesville, FL @ Loosey’s w/ Mikey Erg! + Off Day + Trust Fall

4/27 - Orlando, FL @ Will's Pub + Lil Indies - Fanarchy Fest w/ Mikey Erg! + Tightwire + Rational Anthem + Vicious Dreams + more!

4/29 - Nashville, TN @ The East Room w/ Arbor & 76th Street*

* = No Virginity

ABOUT SMARTPUNK RECORDS:
Smartpunk has been a recognizable name in the scene for a long time (Remember that sponsored Warped Tour stage?!). After exchanging several hands and countless ideas of what it could and should be, they decided to start a record label in 2016 with the main idea of focusing solely on reissuing records that have been out of print or never on vinyl. After all, they're a label of vinyl dorks themselves! After releasing Set Your Goals' Mutiny and Gameface's Good, they started to venture into signing newer bands. They actively balance in between many worlds — putting out amazing music from friends and bands that rock, reissuing older titles, and partnering with other incredible labels in our scene and doing exclusive color variants of their releases.

Since forming the record label, Smartpunk Records has released timeless albums such as Less Than Jake's Anthem, Nominee's Lowlife, RIVALS' Sad Looks Pretty on Me, Virginity's POPMORTEM, and melodic skate punkers The Swellers' My Everest.

The Intemperate Sons Release Official Music Video for Single "CØNTRØL8 " via FRAME|WORK

"CØNTRØL8," the newest track from The Intemperate Son's LP, Dark Day’s Night, is now available on all major platforms. The album is set to release on June 20, 2024. This electrifying album will be available on both vinyl and CD formats.

The video for "Cøntrøl8" vividly captures the paradox of exerting control over others as a means to counterbalance the feeling of being controlled, wrapped in a visually striking and emotionally powerful lyrical story.

Pre-order began on Monday March 18th where fans have the exclusive opportunity to secure a limited edition 12" vinyl LP, offered in various package configurations.

Pre-order Dark Day's Night HERE

For the first time since their inception, The Intemperate Sons collaborated with guest lyricist, Megan Watson, to paint the verbal picture with this powerfully melodic track. "CØNTRØL8" was produced by The Intemperate Sons and Amir Derakh (Rough Cutt, Orgy, Dead by Sunrise, Julien-K) and recorded at The Kitchen Recording Studios in Dallas, TX. "CØNTRØL8" explores our tendencies as humans to control others through efforts to feel better about ourselves. Inadvertently, such behaviors are inherently destructive within and without and create a lonely existence. Maybe we should let go?

Immerse yourself in the gritty sonic landscape of The Intemperate Sons' second album, Dark Day's Night. With tracks like the haunting title song, the introspective "Falling Under," and the reflective "Way Back When," this album weaves a compelling story of resilience amidst turmoil. "Unrealized" and "CØNTRØL8" delve into the battle for autonomy in a disordered world, while "Game of Keep Away"offers a raw take on the struggle of self-destruction and survival. The album also features a heavier, more intense cover of Nirvana's "Dumb," adding a unique layer to this already diverse album. Dark Day's Night is not just an album; it's a journey through the shadows, echoing with the sounds of defiance and liberation.

The Intemperate Sons release all their music through the Frame|Work record label at the direction of Amir Derakh and Ryan Shuck (Orgy, Julien-K, Dead by Sunrise, Adema). A brand-new music video for the single will be released on 3/22/24 to the usual platforms. 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 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.

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.

Photo Credit: Nate Schiefelbein

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)

The Intemperate Sons Show Dates:

Sun April 7 @ Haltom Theater in Haltom City, TX
Sat May 12 @ The Mystical Market 2024 in Mckinney, TX
Fri June 12 @ Adair's Saloon in Dallas, TX
Sat Aug 3 @ Hanovers Draught Haus in Pflugerville, TX
Sat Aug 17 @ Six Springs Tavern in Richardson, TX

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PRIEST Release New Single "Just a Game" via Label Blue Nine; Announce 'THE NEON CHRONICLES TOUR' /w Julien-K & September Mourning This Spring!

PRIEST released "JUST A GAME," the second single off of their highly anticipated fourth studio album Dark Pulse set for release on May 31, 2024 via Label Blue Nine.

"Just A Game" is a pulsating rave anthem delving into virtual realms and thrilling encounters. With intoxicating lyrics and a bassline harking back to 80’s EBM, it's a reminder that it's all just a game—but the excitement feels anything but ordinary. Join the action on the dance floor and embrace your inner player!

In addition, Priest will be headlining THE NEON CHRONICLES TOUR /w Julien-K & September Mourning that kicks off on March 26th at Bossanova Ballroom in Portland, Oregon.

Dark Pulse is Priest’s fourth studio album and is produced by Simon Söderberg (ex-Ghost). It’s a dark synth pop album with rave elements and heavy industrial notes.

Heavily inspired by cyberpunk and goth culture, it dives into the dark and seductive night life that can be found specifically in Berlin. Dark Pulse explores themes like alcohol addiction, surviving narcissism, forbidden love etc. connected to a past flamboyant lifestyle that just won't let go. With a signature blend of eerie synthesizers and pulsating hardware, Priest delves deeper into the shadows of dystopia and human-machine symbiosis.Get ready for an electronic dance record with poisoned roots, catapulting you into feverish insanity and back!

Priest is a synth band that creates music rooted in the vastness of electronic dreams. The goal of their multifaceted prophecy is to safely guide humanity unto the next evolutionary step – the merging with machines.

The occult techno-pop act from Sweden, containing ex-members from Ghost, will throw you into the neon lights of 80 ́s sci-fi mixed with gothic soundscapes. With several praised global tours and critically acclaimed releases like New Flesh and Body Machine they’ve successfully generated an ever growing fanbase worldwide.

Priest has toured with bands like Nitzer Ebb, Die Krupps, Combichrist, Deathstars and Front Line Assembly among others. Priest is also featured on Cleopatra Records tribute albums for Rammstein, Depeche Mode and The Cureand has remixed tracks for Pure Obsessions & Red Nights, Aux Animaux and Sjöblom.

THE NEON CHRONICLES TOUR 2024

PRIEST // JULIEN-K // SEPTEMBER MOURNING

3/26/24 - BOSSANOVA BALLROOM, PORTLAND OR

3/27/24 - FUNHOUSE @ EL CORAZON, SEATTLE WA

3/29/24 - DNA LOUNGE, SAN FRANCISCO CA

3/30/24 - FULL CIRCLE BREWING, FRESNO CA

3/31/24 - GOLDFIELD, SACRAMENTO CA

4/03/24 - BRICK BY BRICK, SAN DIEGO CA

4/04/24 - PARISH ROOM @ HOB, ANAHEIM CA

4/05/24 - WHISKEY A GO GO, W. HOLLYWOOD CA

4/06/24 - SIN WAVE, LAS VEGAS NV

4/07/24 - PUB ROCK LIVE, SCOTTSDALE AZ

4/09/24 - THE ROCK, TUCSON AZ

4/11/24 - SCOUT BAR, HOUSTON TX

4/12/24 - SUNDOWN AT GRANADA, DALLAS TX

4/13/24 - 89TH STREET, OKLAHOMA CITY OK

PRIEST & JULIEN-K

4/15/24 - HQ, DENVER CO

4/16/24 - LIQUID JOES, SALT LAKE CITY UT

4/18/24 - LOVEDRAFT'S BREWING, MECHANICSBURG PA

4/20/24- HALFTIME SPORTSBAR AND MUSIC VENUE, NEWARK DE

4/21/24 - DARK FORCE FEST 2024, NEW JERSEY, NJ

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EKOH + Lo Spirit Share New Single "Good Things"

Emerging artist EKOH has just dropped another new song. 

Ekoh and Lo Spirit have teamed up for "Good Things." Listen here.

"There was a point in life where things got real and I was forced to grow up," Ekoh reveals. "I traded the simple joys and loves in my life for stress, worry, and overthinking. I didn't even realize it when it was happening. 'Good Things' is examining that moment and asking if its possible to get those old feelings back, even after the world has tried to break you."

Ekoh will hit the road this spring with From Ashes to New. All dates are below.

EKOH ON TOUR:
WITH FROM ASHES TO NEW:
4/30 — Albany, NY — Empire Live
5/1 — Huntington, NY — The Paramount
5/2 — Baltimore, MD — Baltimore Soundstage
5/4 — New Haven, CT — Toad’s Place
5/5 — Philadelphia, PA — TLA
5/6 — New York, NY — The Gramercy Theatre
5/8 — Myrtle Beach, SC — House of Blues
5/9 — Orlando, FL — House of Blues 
5/10 — Mobile, AL — Soul Kitchen 
5/12 — Atlanta, GA — Buckhead Theatre
5/13 — Chattanooga, TN — The Signal
5/15 — Jacksonville, NC — Hooligans 
5/16 — Greensboro, NC — Hangar 1819 
5/18 — Rochester, NY — Water St. Music Hall 
5/19 — Bethlehem, PA — Wind Creek Event Center
5/20 — Cleveland, OH — House of Blues
5/21 — Madison, WI — The Sylvee
5/23 — Kansas City, MO — Uptown Theatre 
5/24 — Des Moines, IA — Val Air Ballroom
5/25 — Davenport, IA — Capitol Theatre
5/27 — Houston, TX — House of Blues
5/28 — Austin, TX — Emo’s
5/29 — Dallas, TX — The Echo Lounge & Music Hall 
5/30 — San Antonio, TX — The Aztec Theater
6/2 — Wichita, KS — Cotillion Ballroom 
6/3 — Springfield, MO — Gillioz 
6/5 — Phoenix, AZ — The Van Buren
6/6 — San Diego, CA — House of Blues
6/7 — Las Vegas, NV — House of Blues
6/8 — Santa Ana, CA — Observatory OC
6/11 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Depot
6/12 — Denver, CO — Summit
6/13 — Lincoln, NE — Bourbon Theatre 

If you've not yet heard of Ekoh, well, consider this your intro. Get to know him now, because the stratosphere is in his future, thanks to his deft rap x rock hybrid style. Ekoh's breakout track "Hole In Your Head" was released in November 2023 and stays in steady rotation on SiriusXM Octane and was a crowd favorite during his first rock tour where he supported From Ashes to New on the Blackout Tour. Additionally, the single "Hurt Myself" continues to roar, still consistently streaming over 25,000 times per day. He shared "Mayday" last month and performed a special show in Denver for VANS.

WEEDEATER Announce US Tour

Roll up a fat one, because Weedeater are ready to ride another rip-roaring high. The sludge-stoned tar heels are chasing the dragon up and down the East Coast this spring. Along the way, they'll be throwing wizard fights aboard the Rocks Off Concert Cruise and chunking $20 peanuts at Grim Reefer Fest. 

Joining as main support on all 15 days of this excellent adventure are the Iowa stoners in Telekinetic Yeti. Purveyors of fifth dimensional riffs Heavy Temple will open the first leg. Next up are bonafide blues rockers Left Lane Cruiser, followed by badass doomsayers Restless Spirit. 

Get tickets: http://tonedeaftouring.com/weedeater

Tour dates

04/16    Charlotte, NC @ Snug Harbor*
04/17    Richmond, VA @ Cobra Cabana*
04/18    York, PA @ Skid Row Garage*
04/19    Youngstown, OH @ West Side Bowl
04/20    Asheville, NC @ Eulogy
04/23    New York, NY @ Rocks Off Concert Cruise
04/24    Portland, ME @ Geno's Rock Club#
04/25    Manchester, NH @ Jewel#
04/26    Newark, NJ @ QXT's#
04/27    Baltimore, MD @ Otto Bar - Grim Reefer Fest#
04/29    Chesapeake, VA @ Riffhouse^
05/01    Panama City Beach, FL @ Mosey's^
05/02    Cape Coral, FL @ Nice Guys'^
05/03    Tampa, FL @ Crowbar^
05/04    Augusta, GA @ Grantski Records^
* Heavy Temple 
# Left Lane Cruiser
^ Restless Spirit

Weedeater's bong will stay locked and loaded long after this tour goes up in smoke. Later in May, the band will bring plenty of god luck and good speed to this year's Mutants Fest 2024, as well as the seventh coming of Modified Ghosts Festival. More dates coming soon!  

Additional Dates

May 17    Little Rock, AR @ Argenta Theater as part of Mutants Fest 2024 [TICKETS]
May 19    Vancouver, BC as part of Modified Ghost Festival VII - tickets [TICKETS] 

Weedeater rose like a doobie out of the harbor town of Wilmington about the year 1998. Their crushing and massive first full-length …and Justice for Y’all (2001) created an immediate buzz, while critics were struggling to put a tag on their sound. Nearly everybody agreed that stoner rock, doom, sludge and some crusty elements were part of the mix, which the band simply calls “weed metal”.

Their debut was produced by renowned engineer Billy Anderson (Eyehategod, Neurosis) as well as sophomore album Sixteen Tons (2002). After some detours of Dixie Dave, third album God Luck and Good Speed hit the world in 2007 and shifted the band’s focus slightly towards the stoner side. Jason… the Dragon got delayed when Dave lost a toe due to an incident with his favorite shotgun. When the sludge driven album finally came out in 2011, shows in the US and Europe cemented the band’s reputation as a fierce live entity.

After signing to Season of Mist, Weedeater reissued their full back-catalogue. Their most recent album ‘Goliathan’ makes the South smoke again. Lean back and let this monster record blow your mind!

Line-up:

Dixie Dave: Bass, vocals
Shep: Guitar, vocals
Ramzi Ateyeh: Drums

Style: Weed Metal

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Greyhaven Sign to Solid State, Announce "Stereo Grief" EP+ Share "The Welcome Party" — WATCH

 GREYHAVEN — Brent Mills [vocals], Nick Spencer [guitar], Johnny Muench [bass], and Ethan Spray [drums] — have signed to Solid State Records.

The band will release the Stereo Grief EP on April 12. Pre-order it here.

Today, the band is sharing the video for the single "The Welcome Party." Watch it below. 

It's a rager with lots of forward-thinking, noodly riffs, and sonic twists and turns that will leave your head spinning in the best possible way.

"It's a classic Greyhaven song, but I think we've figured out what that means and how to do that the best way possible, while still exploring new things," says Mills about "The Welcome Party." He continues, "This is the first time I've tried to tackle a central concept throughout a release. This song, and the EP as a whole, really deal with framing life and death...If these songs can build a house, this is the first knock at the front door."

Further expanding on the EP, which takes inspiration from the classic short story And He Built A Crooked House by Robert A. Heinlein, Mills states,"The EP is a loose story of someone navigating existential fear relating to all life and all death on a grand scale through a multi-dimensional lens. I was inspired by a short story I read while we were tracking that sort of serves as a backdrop for what's going on in the lyrics. Overall, I feel like this is the best material we've written so far and it's only hinting at where we're going. We couldn't be more excited to release it with a new team behind us."

 
He continues, "On the EP, this character is traveling through a house where he watches all of these versions of himself. He experiences good and bad moments as well as regret. I struggle with a lot of anxiety and depression. I'm always thinking, 'I wish I could've done that differently.' By looking through the lens of a person who has access to every variation of life, the project is a way to process a really depressive episode. It leads to acceptance though." 

Greyhaven have magnified the scope of heavy music since emerging in 2013. The group transfixed audiences with Empty Black [2018] and This Bright and Beautiful World [2022], gathering streams in the tens of millions. Beyond praise from Revolver, KERRANG!, and more, New Noise Magazine professed, "Greyhaven have proven themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the post-hardcore and the heavy music scene at large with their latest release," and Blabbermouth applauded how "musicianship and eloquence are apparent." Throughout 2023, they assembled what would become Stereo Grief with producer Will Putney [Body Count, Norma Jean, Every Time I Die].

Greyhaven are also embarking on a North American tour this spring with Better Lovers. All dates are below.

GREYHAVEN ON TOUR:
WITH BETTER LOVERS, SEE YOU SPACE COWBOY, + FOREIGN HANDS:
4/18 — Indianapolis, IN — Old National Centre
4/19 — St. Louis, MO — Off Broadway
4/20 — Lawrence, KS — The Bottleneck
4/22 — Albuquerque, NM — Launchpad
4/23 — Tucson, AZ — 191 Toole
4/24 — San Diego, CA — Brick By Brick
4/29 — Roseville, CA — Goldfield Trading Post
4/30 — Portland, OR — Hawthorne Theatre
5/2 — Boise, ID — Knitting Factory
5/3 — Seattle, WA — El Corazon
5/4 — Vancouver, Canada — Rickshaw Theatre
5/6 — Edmonton, Canada — The Starlite Room
5/7 — Calgary, Canada — Dickens
5/9 — Winnipeg, Canada — Exchange Event Centre
5/10 — Fargo, ND — The Aquarium
5/11 — Minneapolis, MN — Fine Line
5/12 — Madison, WI — Majestic Theatre
5/14 — Grand Rapids, MI — The Pyramid Scheme
5/15 — Columbus, OH — The KING of CLUBS
5/16 — London, Canada — London Music Hall

PHOTO CREDIT: Errick Easterday (@easterxdaily) 

Extortionist Unleash New Single + Music Video "Dissociate" via Unique Leader Records

Heavy metal mainstays Extortionist have today released their latest banger "Dissociate" and the accompanying visualizer (via Unique Leader Records). The track can be found on the band's forthcoming full-length album 'Devoid of Love & Light' out on Friday, May 18. Speaking about the track, vocalist Ben Hoagland shared:

"'Dissociate' has a self explanatory title in regards to the meaning of the song but it is a very real & honest representation of what I frequently struggle with on a daily basis. Not only does it touch base on the struggles of “dissociation” but also the effect that my way of being has had on my personal relationships & those around me."

Prior to today, the band released the titular album title track "Devoid of Love & Light". Stream "Dissociate" here, watch the visualizer below, and pre-save 'Devoid of Love & Light' here.

Extortionist are gearing up for their upcoming run with Born of Osiris, Attila, Traitors, and Not Enough Space on The Angels & Villains Tour kicking off on April 12. For ticket information, please click here.

The Angels & Villains Tour USA 2024:

4/12 - Louisville, KY @ Mercury Ballroom

4/13 - Fort Wayne, IN @ Piere’s Entertainment Center

4/14 - Columbus, OH @ King of Clubs

4/15 - Buffalo, NY @ Iron Works

4/16 - New Kensington, PA @ Preserving Underground

4/18 - Worcester, MA @ The Palladium (Upstairs)

4/19 - Brooklyn, NY @ The Brooklyn Monarch

4/20 - Reading, PA @ Reverb

4/21 - Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom

4/23 - Richmond, VA @ The Broadberry

4/24 - Charlotte, NC @ The Underground

4/25 - Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl

4/26 - Atlanta, GA @ Variety Playhouse

4/27 - Tampa, FL @ The Ritz

4/29 - Baton Rouge, LA @ Varsity Theater

5/01 - Corpus Christi, TX @ House of Rock

5/03 - Oklahoma City, OK @ 89th St. Collective

5/04 - Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live

5/05 - San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger

5/07 - Albuquerque, NM @ El Rey Theater

5/08 - Mesa, AZ @ Nile Theater

5/09 - San Diego, CA @ House of Blues

5/10 - Pomona, CA @ The Glass House

5/11 - Los Angeles, CA @ 1720

5/12 - San Francisco, CA @ Regency Ballroom

5/14 - Portland, OR @ Bossanova Ballroom

5/15 - Seattle, WA @ The Showbox

5/17 - Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot

5/18 - Englewood, CO @ Gothic Theatre

5/20 - St. Lous, MO @ Red Flag

5/21 - Lincoln, NE @ Bourbon Theatre

5/22 - Minneapolis, MN @ Varsity Theater

5/23 - Davenport, IA @ Capitol Theater

5/24 - Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave II

5/25 - Chicago, IL @ Bottom Lounge

5/26 - Pontiac, MI @ Crofoot Ballroom

Band names go a long way in helping paint a figurative picture in the listener's mind of what to expect before one ever hits “play.” When it comes to Extortionist, you think crime—you think gritty, raw, merciless and unsavory and maybe, just maybe, a little sprinkling of suaveness. When it comes to the Pacific Northwest’s resident moshslingers, those premonitions from their name are exactly what you get. As a band who have proven themselves exemplary at styles of heavy music ranging from downtempo deathcore to grunge-tinted metal, Extortionist are more than just a jack-of-all-trades; they’re masters. Utilizing bold, roaring guitars overtop crushing, steamrolling percussion and vocals that run the gamut from guttural to grating, pitched singing and topped off with—you guessed it—a now-infamous dodgeball-smack snare, Extortionist have proven that not only are they incredible at what they do, they’re a band that the heavy scene just can’t go without.

Emerging from the relatively understated pastures and prairies of Coeur d’Alene in early 2013, to say Extortionist have been on a journey since their inception would be an understatement. With "The Black Sheep" instantly earning them notoriety with its combination of feral grooves and eviscerating breakdowns, Extortionist proved themselves early on as prodigal masters of all things punishingly heavy. As the band grew and gained more experience on the road in light of the success of their debut EP, their style and dynamic grew as well. After nearly four years of touring and writing, Extortionist would unleash 'The Decline' in 2017, a band that saw their breed of brutalizing deathcore hybridized with riff-heavy metalcore and more introspective lyrics that tackled suicidal ideation and substance abuse. 'The Decline' was met with immense critical praise and continued to open up larger opportunities for the Northwestern act, ultimately earning them multiple co-headlining tours from coast to coast, and a spot on Stay Sick Records, alongside other up-and-coming heavyweights like SPITE and Bodysnatcher. Barely a year and a half after their signing, the band announced their sophomore full-length release, 'Sever the Cord', which saw them experimenting with the inclusion of grunge and alternative influences, adding even more depth and grit to their dynamic. Their sophomore album earned them not only critical acclaim, but nationwide tours alongside The Browning, Betraying the Martyrs, Lorna Shore and First Blood. 'Sever the Cord' was followed shortly thereafter by an eponymous EP which saw them diving deeper into a more exploratory realm of metalcore, colliding ferocious riffs into moments of warm, nostalgic melody. While their self-titled release was widely heralded as the band’s strongest work to date, was declared their Swan Song, as in the weeks that followed towards the back-end of Summer 2019, Extortionist announced their dissolution.

That isn’t the end of Extortionist’s story, however. As 2019 gave way into 2020 and the chaotic months that followed, the heavy music community felt the band’s absence all too strongly. In the early months of 2021, Extortionist announced their return with a series of shows in Spokane, Washington alongside AVOID and Seconds Ago as well as a new single, “Once More in Torment”. Once more highlighting the seamless blend of raunchy aggression and groove-heavy catchiness that only Extortionist can provide, the band’s comeback track is a strong reminder of just how missed they were throughout their nearly two-year absence. Frontman and founding member Benjamin Hoagland states “This is the best place we’ve ever been in as a band...Extortionist lives, and we’re here to stay.” Indeed, with a full-length record in the works and a ferocious return to live performance already underway, it would seem that Exortionist’s relative break was only a brief moment with which to collect themselves before reasserting their dominance over the contemporary metalcore scene. - Connor Welsh

BEWITCHER Unveils New Music Video for "Our Lady of Speed," Announces Tour with UADA

Black magick metal masters Bewitcher are now unveiling the official music video for the track "Our Lady of Speed!" The clip captures the trio's blistering and relentless live performance, for which fans can experience in the flesh during Bewitcher's upcoming U.S. tour in support of their fellow Portland-based occultists, UADA. Directed and edited by Nate Souza, the clip was shot in front of a SOULED OUT hometown crowd and can be found below.

Bewitcher bassist and backing vocalist A. Magus comments, “Have ya missed us yet? After taking a much needed break, we're fucking stoked to return from crypt and lay waste to the stages of Europe and North America this spring. We've been sharpening our knives and preparing a very special evening for those in attendance...see you all very soon!"

"Our Lady of Speed" is taken from the band's recently released rarities and B-sides album, 'Deep Cuts & Shallow Graves: Ten Years of Black Leather, Black Magic & White Hot Fucking Steel,' a massive 17-track compilation of Bewitcher original demo recordings, including rare and previously unreleased material, all remastered as well as two brand new studio tracks. The record is now available worldwide on available as Standard CD Jewelcase, Ltd. Gatefold white 2LP, and Digital album. Stream, order, or download it HERE.

Prior to the run with UADA, the band will be conquering Europe, which kicks off next week in Spain! Bewitcher will then also be performing throughout California and Mexico. The full itinerary can be found below!

BEWITCHER Live Dates:

MANIFESTING DARKNESS - Europe 2024

26.03.24 (ES) Gasteiz / Vitoria @ Urban Rock Concept

27.03.24 (ES) Santander @ Rock Beer The New

28.03.24 (ES) Gijón @ Sala Tizón

29.03.24 (ES) Virgo @ Pub Transylvania

30.03.24 (ES) Madrid @ Sala Silikona

31.03.24 (ES) Barcelona @ Sala Upload

02.04.24 (FR) Balma @ L'Engrenage

03.04.24 (CH) Meyrin @ Undertown

04.04.24 (CH) Basel @ Hirscheneck

05.04.24 (AT) Innsbruck @ PMK

06.04.24 (DE) Selb @ Rockclub Nordbayern

07.04.24 (DE) Karlsruhe @ Alte Hackerei

09.04.24 (DE) Düsseldorf @ Pitcher

10.04.24 (BE) Liège @ La Zone

11.04.24 (DE) Hamburg @ Bambi Galore

13.04.24 (NL) Eindhoven @ Welcome To Hell Fest / Effenaar

14.04.24 (FR) Paris @ Le Klub

Headlining California + Mexico Dates:

05/04: Berkeley, CA @ Omega Fest 24

05/05: Hollywood, CA @ Knucklehead Hollywood

05/07: Mexicali (MX) @ Malgro Cervecería & Tap Room

05/08: Morelia (MX) @ Cactux Espacio Cultural

05/09: Guadalajara (MX) @ Foro Independencia

05/10: Mexico City (MX) @ La Mezcalli

05/11: León de los Aldama (MX) @ La Cadena del Rock

THE SHADOWS RETURN TOUR w/ UADA

05/14: Salt Lake City, UT @ Aces High

05/15: Denver, CO @ HQ (w/ Exhumed)

05/16: Des Moines, IA @ Lefty's

05/17: Milwaukee, WI @ Milwaukee Metal Fest

05/20: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary (w/ Stabbing)

05/22: Nashville, TN @ Vinyl Lounge

05/23: Dallas, TX @ RBC

05/24: Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad

05/25: Phoenix, AZ @ Pub Rock

05/27: Las Vegas, NV @ Usual Place

05/28: Sacramento, CA @ Goldfield Midtown

Since their formation in 2013, Bewitcher has seen their signature “Black Magick Metal” sound go from humble beginnings to new heights of creativity and wild anthemic fervor. A small collection of long out-of-print demo tapes kicked off what has proven to be an enduring line of ripping studio albums, singles and EPs. They have earned a reputation as one of the hardest working touring acts around, bringing their volcanic, high energy live shows to every corner of North America and parts abroad.

Now, as the band reaches a new crucial milestone, they are taking a moment to look back on a

decade of diabolic speed and sorcery. Their latest offering, ”Deep Cuts & Shallow Graves: Ten Years of Black Leather, Black Magic & White Hot Fucking Steel“, is a massive 17-track compilation of Bewitcher’s original demo recordings, including rare and previously unreleased material, all remastered as well as two brand new studio tracks. Released November 17 on all formats, including a stacked double LP version, it is a compelling retrospective on the earliest days of this rising force in the world of heavy metal.

Line-Up:

M. von Bewitcher – vox & guitars

A. Hunter – drums & percussion

A. Magus – bass guitar & backing vox

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Saul Share "More of the Same" Video — WATCH // Spring Tour Kicks Off Next Week

NEW ALBUM THIS IS IT... THE END OF EVERYTHING OUT NOW

Iowa hard rock heavyweights SAUL — brothers Blake Bedsaul [lead vocals] and Zach Bedsaul [lead guitar, backup vocals], William McIlravy [bass, backup vocals], and Myles Clayborne [drums] — are about to hit the road on a headline tour with Kingdom Collapse serving as support. The tour kicks off on March 29 in their native Iowa and runs through April 12 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. All dates are below. Get tickets here. 

To get the ball rolling and stoke the fire of fans, the band has shared the video for new single "More of the Same." Watch it Below. 

"For this video, we decided to go super raw," the band says. "One take, one camera. It's us doing our thing, in our element. Plus, we put a ton of easter eggs from all the music videos through out the set. See if you can spot them all."

Saul dropped its latest album THIS IS IT... THE END OF EVERYTHING last year via Spinefarm. It was celebrated for sticking to its "own artistic terms without bending at the knee to current trends" by Cryptic Rock and "a master class in hard rock" by Brutal Planet. Get it here.

Check out "TOOTH AND NAIL" and "A MILLION MILES" from the album.

SAUL ON TOUR:
WITH KINGDOM COLLAPSE:
3/29 — Des Moines, IA — Lefty's Live Music
3/30 — Madison, WI — The Annex
3/31 — Westland, MI — Token Lounge
4/2 — Johnson City, TN — Capones
4/3 — Atlanta, GA — Masquerade (Purgatory)
 4/5 — Dallas, TX — RBC
4/6 — Austin, TX — Come And Take It Live
4/7 — Houston, TX — Scout Bar
4/9 — Oklahoma City, OK — 89th Street
4/10 — St Louis, — Old Rock House
4/11 — Sioux City, IA — The Marquee
4/12 — Sioux Falls, SD — Remedy at 611

ABOUT SAUL: 
 This Iowa quartet continues to bring audiences together with a one-two punch of pummeling metallic grooves and towering melodies. Amassing tens of millions of streams and earning acclaim from Revolver, Guitar World, Loudwire, and many more, the group fortify an unbreakable bond with listeners on their second full-length offering, THIS IS IT…THE END OF EVERYTHING [Spinefarm]. For this record, the band collaborated with producer Kile Odell [Motionless In White, Nita Strauss].  Saul emerged out of the Midwest in 2017 and tirelessly bulldozed a path to the forefront of modern rock. They notably performed alongside everyone from Motionless In White, Atreyu, August Burns Red, Crown The Empire, Bush, and 10 Years to HELLYEAH and Nonpoint in addition to gracing the stages of festivals, including Rebel Rock, Rock Fest, Rock USA, Inkcarceration, and Blue Ridge Rock Fest with Rob Zombie, Mudvayne, and Slipknot. The group independently landed a bona fide hit in the form of "Brother"— an homage to the co-founders' late brother Caleb. It marked their first #1 on Sirius/XM Octane in addition to gathering over 9 million Spotify streams and paving the way for their 2020 full-length debut, Rise As Equals. Co-written with David Draiman of Disturbed, "King Of Misery" reeled in 3.7 million Spotify streams, while "Trial By Fire" also surpassed 3 million Spotify streams. Of the former, American Songwriter praised "'King of Misery' wasted no time jumping into the heavy mainstream riffs that Saul set out to wrangle," and Outburn hailed its "futuristic and cinematic video." 

ABOUT SPINEFARM:
Spinefarm represents some of the biggest and most important rock acts in the world. Founded in Finland in 1990, the label established itself as an independent powerhouse for successful European metal acts from Nightwish to Children Of Bodom. Acquired by UMG in 2002, Spinefarm Music Group is now home to a host of artists that reach millions of fans across the globe and showcases the very best in rock, punk and metal. From massive metal names such as Bullet For My Valentine (with over 3 billion streams to their name) to alt-rock legends Killing Joke and genre-benders Sleep Token, Spinefarm's artists are — and always have been —true leaders in their chosen field. The roster also includes renowned names like Atreyu, Airbourne, Saint Asonia, and While She Sleeps, as well as fast-rising young artists like Dayseeker, Dead Poet Society, Kid Kapichi, BRKN LOVE, and Creeper. Spinefarm, now flanked by associated SMG labels Candlelight (Emperor, Ihsahn, Urne) and Snakefarm (Marty Stuart, Austin Meade, The White Buffalo), has grown from its independent origins into a true global rock powerhouse.

$140,000 Presented to MuttNation Foundation on "Miranda Lambert Day" in Las Vegas as Lambert Begins Final "Velvet Rodeo" Run

As she prepares to wrap up her residency show, “Miranda Lambert: Velvet Rodeo The Las Vegas Residency” at Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Miranda Lambert, along with Live Nation Las Vegas and Caesars Entertainment, presented MuttNation Foundation with a final donation of $140,000 on Wednesday, March 20. 
 
Since opening in September of 2022, $1 of every ticket purchased to “Miranda Lambert: Velvet Rodeo The Las Vegas Residency” has been donated to Lambert’s MuttNation Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit that has raised over $10 million since its inception in 2009. The Foundation’s mission is to promote the adoption of rescue pets, support animal shelters across the country, advance spay & neuter and assist with the transport of animals during times of natural disaster. For more information, visit www.muttnation.com.
 
Additionally, in celebration of her critically acclaimed Las Vegas residency, Lambert was presented with the Key to Las Vegas’ iconic Strip by Clark County Commissioner Marilyn Kirkpatrick, who also officially declared Wednesday, March 20, 2024 as “Miranda Lambert Day.”  
 
Designed exclusively for Bakkt Theater and promoted by Live Nation and Caesars Entertainment, “Miranda Lambert: Velvet Rodeo The Las Vegas Residency” gives fans an up close and personal opportunity to experience live performances of Lambert’s numerous chart-topping songs and beloved album cuts. 
 
Tickets for the final shows through April 6, 2024 are on sale now at ticketmaster.com/mirandavegas. 

Left (L to R): Kurt Melien, Regional President of Live Nation; Jason Gregorec, SVP & General Manager of Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino; Miranda Lambert; Amanda Moore-Saunders, SVP of Las Vegas Residencies for Live Nation; Amy Graca, SVP of Entertainment for Caesars Entertainment; Marilyn Kirkpatrick, Clark County Commissioner

Photo Credit: Gabe Ginsberg

About Miranda Lambert
Already a decorated songwriter, Academy of Country Music Entertainer of the Year, passionate shelter animal advocate, restaurateur and business woman, superstar Miranda Lambert adds New York Times best-selling author to her impressive list of titles with the arrival of her debut book, “Y’all Eat Yet?,” available everywhere now.
 
Palomino, her eighth solo album, arrived in 2022 as the largest female Country album debut of the year and earned a GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album. Named among the best of the year by the New York Times, TIME, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Stereogum, People and many more, it marks the latest installment in a storied career that has spanned seven previous No. 1 solo albums, 11 No. 1 hit radio singles, more than 80 prestigious awards and countless sales certifications, earning the most-awarded artist in ACM history praise from NPR as “the most riveting country star of her generation.”
 
With her headlining Velvet Rodeo Las Vegas residency extended through April 2024 at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino’s Bakkt Theater, the top streaming female Country artist of 2022 was also named to the TIME100 list honoring the world’s most influential people, with Pitchfork declaring that she “manages the hat-trick of both timelessness and timely activism.” Whether challenging conventional gender notions in her recent Top 10 hit “If I Was A Cowboy” or using her voice to write and record the inclusive “Y’All Means All” anthem for Netflix’s “Queer Eye,” the Texas native continues to expand the tent of the Country genre via her music, including with her latest release, the cross-genre collaboration “If You Were Mine” with Leon Bridges and “Space In My Heart” with Enrique Iglesias.

Idyllwind, her clothing and cowboy boot collection, is an exclusive brand sold at all Boot Barn stores nationwide, while her home goods collection, Wanda June Home, is available exclusively at Walmart. She is also the first female artist to have her own venue on Broadway in Nashville with her Casa Rosa Tex-Mex cantina. An avid animal lover, Lambert’s MuttNation pet product line is available exclusively at Tractor Supply Co. with proceeds benefiting her MuttNation Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit that has raised over $10 million since its inception in 2009. The Foundation’s mission is to promote the adoption of rescue pets, support animal shelters across the country, advance spay & neuter and assist with the transport of animals during times of natural disaster.
 
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About Live Nation Las Vegas
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship. Live Nation Las Vegas produces residency shows from Garth Brooks and Rod Stewart at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace; Los Bukis, Maroon 5, Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars at Dolby Live at Park MGM; The B-52s, FOREIGNER, Styx, Earth, Wind & Fire and Chicago at The Venetian Theatre at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas; Scorpions, Shania Twain and Miranda Lambert at Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino; and Jodeci and Santana at House of Blues. Live Nation Las Vegas also brings other world-famous artists to many of the city’s other premier concert venues including Allegiant Stadium, T-Mobile Arena, MGM Grand Garden Arena, Michelob ULTRA Arena, the Pearl at Palms Casino Resort, Downtown Las Vegas Events Center and more. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com. Find Live Nation Las Vegas on Facebook, Instagram and follow us on Twitter.
 
About Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino is the centerpiece of the famed Las Vegas Strip, with 2,500 beautifully redesigned guest rooms and suites showcasing some of the best views in town, along with endless options of unparalleled shopping, distinguished dining, popular entertainment and a bustling nightlife. A bright, bold addition to the resort’s portfolio, the Ultra Hip Rooms feature contemporary elegance and luxury bedding. Known as the place to play for its roster of A-list celebrity guests, Planet Hollywood’s 231 restyled suites feature stunning views of the glittering skyline and daring décor elements, such as suspended sofas, lounge-style living spaces and oversized modern artwork. The resort encompasses more than 100,000 square feet of gaming, Caesars Sportsbook at Planet Hollywood, The Scene Pool Deck, several lounges, an intimate wedding chapel, and Reflections the Spa at Planet Hollywood. Impressive restaurants include Gordon Ramsay Burger, Strip House and more. Home to the first pop music residency in Las Vegas, Bakkt Theater is one of the largest theaters on the Vegas Strip and showcases a variety of resident headliners including superstars like Shania Twain, Scorpions, Jeff Dunham and Miranda Lambert. Magician Criss Angel performs an over-the-top visual spectacular with “Criss Angel MINDFREAK” in the Criss Angel Theater. The property is encircled by Miracle Mile Shops with more than 170 specialty stores and restaurants. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino is operated by a subsidiary of Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR). For more information, please visit planethollywoodresort.com or the Caesars Entertainment media room. Find Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Facebook and follow on Twitter and Instagram. Must be 21 or older to gamble. Know When To Stop Before You Start. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling or texting 1-800-GAMBLER, Caesars License Company, LLC.

P.O.D. Share "LIES WE TELL OURSELVES" Video

Platinum-selling rock juggernaut P.O.D. — Sonny Sandoval [vocals], Marcos Curiel [guitar], and Traa Daniels [bass] — will release their 11th albumVERITAS, which was deemed one of the most anticipated albums of the year by Revolver, on May 3 via Mascot Records. Pre-order it here.

Today, the band has shared the video for "LIES WE TELL OURSELVES." Watch it below.

Sandoval states, "Everybody lies to themselves! Just don’t believe it."

"As hate is to love, death is to life, lies is to VERITAS (truth). This song resonates the struggle and hope which keeps us from truly believing that the 'lies within ourselves' become a reality. Our struggle. Our truth," says Curiel.

Next month, the band will embark on a North American tour. Bad Wolves, Norma Jean, and Blind Channel will serve as support. The "I Got That Tour" itinerary includes several festival stops along the way. All dates are below. Get tickets here.

P.O.D. ON TOUR:
WITH BAD WOLVES, NORMA JEAN, + BLIND CHANNEL:
4/26 — Phoenix, AZ — Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
4/28 — San Diego, CA — House of Blues
4/29 — Santa Ana, CA — Observatory
5/1 — Los Angeles, CA — The Belasco
5/2 — Las Vegas, NV — House of Blues
5/4 — Colorado Springs, CO — Sunshine Studio
5/5 — Wichita, KS — TempleLive
5/9 — Charlotte, NC — Neighborhood Theatre
5/10 — Atlanta, GA — Buckhead Theatre
5/11 — Jacksonville, NC — Hooligans
5/12 — Daytona Beach, FL — Welcome to Rockville*
5/16 — Columbus, OH — Sonic Temple*
5/17 — Reading, PA — Reverb
5/19 — Sayreville, NJ — Starland Ballroom**
5/21 — Pittsburgh, PA — Preserving Underground
5/23 — Joliet, IL — The Forge
5/24 — Turtle Lake, WI — St. Croix Casino
5/25 — Minneapolis, MN — Uptown Theater
5/26 — Sioux City, IA — Hard Rock Sioux City
5/28 — Lubbock, TX — The Garden
5/29 — Austin, TX — Come & Take It Live
5/30 — Houston, TX — House of Blues
5/31 — San Antonio, TX — Vibes Event Center
6/2 — Dallas, TX — So What! Fest*
7/20 — Grand Rapids, MI — Upheaval Festival After Show*
9/21 — Camden, NJ — MMR*B*Q 2024*
9/28 — Louisville, KY — Louder Than Life*
10/12 — Sacramento, CA — Aftershock*
*Festival Date
**No Blind Channel

KUARANTINE (Feat. Chris Jericho) Drop "Gone Girl Gone Bad" KISS Kover

BAND'S MISSION IS TO SPOTLIGHT HIDDEN GEMS FROM NON-MAKEUP KISS KATALOG!

KUARANTINE, featuring Chris Jericho on vocals, have dropped their cover of "Good Girl Gone Bad," a classic, hidden gem from the KISS songbook.

 Listen Below.

The song is available on Madison Records via The Orchard. It was the No. 1 Most Added track on the SMR Rock Chart as well as the Most Added song on the Mediabase Active Rock Activator Panel.

"The mission of Kuarantine has always been to pull the forgotten gems from the non-makeup, '80s KISS catalog, give them a modern polish, and unleash them on current mainstream rock radio, so they can get the respect they deserve," Jericho explains about the mission of this project. 

He continues, "With that mindset, we feel we've hit another home run with the 1987-released, underrated Gene Simmons classic 'Good Girl Gone Bad.' It's got more hooks than a tackle box, with a great chorus and brain-melting solos. This song is the perfect springtime tune to crank in your car and rock out with your unmentionables out! And with two Top 20 singles in our repertoire, we're stoked to get to the Top 10 and beyond. It's time to get KRAZY with KUARANTINE!"

The band also has a trio of shows confirmed for July. All dates are below.

KUARANTINE's lineup includes Joe McGinness (guitar) ; PJ Farley (bass); Kent Slucher (drums); and YouTube sensation Charlie Parra del Riego (guitar).
 
At 12 million strong on social media, there is nothing Chris Jericho can't do. He is easily one of the biggest entertainers of the modern era, cross-pollinating the rock, wrestling, and broadcast realms. Jericho has rocked the world for decades with his band, the 150 million streams (and counting) Fozzy. The band recently performed for over 80,000 rabid fans at an AEW event held at Wembley Stadium, along with a successful, sold-out UK tour.   He's a main attraction for AEW Wrestling, watched by millions of viewers on TBS each week. His over-the-top, rock star persona is one of the most beloved in the history of the sport. He is also a best-selling author, a film producer, and actor. 

He also launched the Chris Jericho Rock N Wrestling Rager at Sea cruise experience. The sixth voyage, "Six On The Beach!," sets sail to Puerta Plata, Dominican Republic, on January 31 through February 4 of 2025 and will sell out.

Jericho also hosts the incredibly popular and influential Talk Is Jericho podcast. It's a top-rated SiriusXM show and has collected over 220 million downloads while clocking 1,000 episodes.
 
KUARANTOUR LIVE 2024:
7/5 — Chesterfield, MI — Diesel Lounge 
7/6 —  Franklin, OH — JD Legends
7/7 — Warrendale, PA —  Jergels

RED REIGN ANNOUNCE SUPPORT DATES WITH NAZARETH AND RELEASE A NEW LYRIC VIDEO FOR “DARKNESS OF PAIN” FROM THEIR LAEST ALBUM DON’T LOOK BACK

Richmond, VA-based rockers Red Reign take 80’s influences and steer them in a more contemporary direction – bridging the sounds of yesterday and today.

The band is comprised of members singer/guitarist Carlton “Bubba” McMichael, guitarist Stevie Shred, bassist Larry Moore, and drummer Sammy Lee.

Red Reign has worked with Grammy Award-nominated multi-platinum producer David Ivory (Halestorm) on both its releases: 2021’s self-titled EP and 2023’s full-length Don’t Look Back.

Don’t Look Back landed in the Top 100 ADA/WMG Amazon sales and is bolstered by such standout tracks as the rocking “No Peace, No Love” which has gained over 120K views on YouTube, and “Don’t Look Back” which has a guest appearance from guitarist George Lynch (Dokken, Lynch Mob).

Now they are set to release “Darkness of Pain”.

“Don’t Look Back has a modern sounding production, giving the songs a fresh feel to them. “Darkness of Pain” is a moody, mid-tempo headbanger with pounding drums and a piercing guitar riff.” Metal Express Radio

View the lyric video below.

The band is also very excited to announce that they will be hitting the road in May as direct to support on select dates of the upcoming 2024 Nazareth World Tour!

As they state, "We are extremely excited to be supporting an iconic band like Nazareth. We look forward to being back onstage, performing new material and meeting new friends along the way as we support our new album release "Don't Look Back".”

05/09/24: Tupelo Music Hall - Derry, Connecticut
05/11/24: Queen Theatre - Wilmington, Delaware
05/13/24: Robins Theatre - Warren, Ohio
05/15/24: Brown Hall - Nashville, Indiana
05/16/24: Arcadia Theatre - St Charles, Illinois

Don’t Look Back is available on CD and limited-edition vinyl.

Get your copy now and get a limited-edition bundle while supplies last https://bit.ly/red-reign-merch

Bundle Includes:

- (1) Red Reign - Don't Look Back CD or LP
- (1) Red Reign - Coozie
- (1) Red Reign - Sticker
- (1) Red Reign - T-Shirt

For more information, visit:
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GIRLSCHOOL Kicks Off First Leg of Final North American Tour

The longest tenured all-female rock band and NWOBHM legends GIRLSCHOOL will be embarking on their final North American starting today, March 21, at Hell's Heroes Festival in Houston, TX! The trek will see support from LILLIAN AXE and ALCATRAZZ and will run through April 6. The itinerary can be found below while tickets on sale which can be found HERE. There will be no further East Coast dates announced - so don't sleep on this!

Girlschool previously commented, "We are very excited to announce the first leg of our return to the USA - for the first time in nearly a decade...and for what will be our final full tour of the United States. Also with us on this package we have the brilliant Alcatrazz and Lillian Axe.

"Our agency and management are making every effort to get us to as many cities as possible, and as always it's all about where there is interest, so even if you have to travel a little bit -- we would love to see you there at one of the shows!

"Cheers you lot"

The band is supporting their recent full-length, 'WTFortyfive?,' which was released on July 28 of this year by Silver Lining Music. The record is now available on all streaming services and can be ordered HERE.

GIRLSCHOOL North American Dates (w/ Lillian Axe + Alcatrazz):

03/21: Houston, TX @ Hell's Heroes Festival* 

03/22: New Orleans, LA @ Southport Music Hall

03/24: Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West

03/25: Raleigh, NC @ Lincoln Theatre

03/27: Bensalem, PA @ Broken Goblet

03/28: Washington, DC @ Black Cat

03/29: Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club

03/30: New York, NY @ Gramercy Theatre

03/31: Montreal, QC @ Les Foufounes Électriques

04/02: Chicago, IL @ Thalia Hall

04/03: Columbus, OH @ King of Clubs

04/04: Pittsburgh, PA @ Mr. Smalls Theatre  04/05: London, ON @ London Music Hall

04/06: Detroit, MI @ Token Lounge

*Girlschool Only

Girlschool originated in the UK during the New Wave of British Heavy Metal Scene in 1978 and is frequently associated with contemporaries and friends Motörhead. They are the longest running all-female rock band, still active and rocking hard after more than 40 years.

Formed from a school band called Painted Lady by Kim McAuliffe and Enid Williams, Girlschool enjoyed strong media exposure and commercial success in the U.K. in the early 1980s with three albums of 'punk-tinged metal' and a few singles.

In the 1990s and 2000s, they concentrated their efforts on live shows and tours, reducing considerably the production of studio albums. During their long career Girlschool toured all over the world, performing at many of the biggest rock and metal festivals as well as co-headlining with or supporting some of the most important hard rock and heavy metal bands in the genre.

They maintain a worldwide cult following and are considered an inspiration for many succeeding female rock musicians, such as The Donnas.

Original members Kim McAuliffe, Denise (Drench) Dufort are still in the band to this day, original member lead guitarist /vocalist/songwriter Kelly Johnson died of cancer in 2007 and was replaced by lead guitarist/songwriter Jackie (Jax) Chambers in 1999.

In Jan 2019 Girlschool part ways once again with bassist Enid Williams, making way for the return of Tracey Lamb (formerly of Rock Goddess and Girlschool 1987-1991 & 1993-2000) solidifying the bands lineup for future live shows and recordings.

On July 28, 2023 at FORTY-FIVE years young, the British hard rock royalty came out swinging with their 14th studio album 'WTFortyfive?,' an outstanding and deliciously dirty declaration that age is a number that shows how much real raw attitude you have when it really counts. Kim, Denise, Jackie and Tracey leave the grit under their finger nails and the scuzz on their crusty leather boots as they riff and stomp their way through 12 statements of intent showing major attitude, some great melodies, and a consistent crunch to every guitar.

GIRLSCHOOL Lineup:

Kim McAuliffe: rhythm guitar, lead and backing vocals

Denise Dufort: drums

Tracey Lamb: bass guitar

Jackie Chambers: lead guitar, backing vocals

Links:

Official Website

Facebook

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Apple Music

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Kublai Khan TX Drop New Single "Low Tech" + Official Music Video via Rise Records

Kublai Khan TX fans, rejoice! The trailblazing quartet have today unleashed their latest sonic assault on the world with their new track "Low Tech" and the accompanying music video (via Rise Records). North American fans will also have their chance to see the band on Wave 1 of their headlining run beginning next week (with special guests Sunami, Judiciary and Momentum) and Wave 2 beginning in May (with support from Harms Way, Pain of Truth and Justice For The Damned), as well as a couple of dates with Slaughter to Prevail in April (ticket info here). When asked about today's drop, the band commented:

“As a thank you for selling out so many shows and supporting our upcoming headliner, we want to give y’all a new bone to chew on. Low Tech - A meat and potatoes mosh metal landmine for all our Neanderthals out there. Brought to y’all smoking hot straight from the fire pit. Share it. Learn it. And see it live. Thanks for a great start to year y’all.”

Stream "Low Tech" here, watch the official music video below, and keep 'em peeled for more Kublai Khan TXnews coming soon.

Kublai Khan TX First Wave Tour Dates with Sunami, Judiciary and Momentum

3/27 Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theater (Sold Out)

3/28 Tempe, AZ – Marquee Theatre

3/29 Anaheim, CA – House of Blues (Sold Out)

3/30 Berkeley, CA – UC Theatre (Sold Out)

3/31 Sacramento, CA – Ace of Spades (Sold Out)

4/02 Seattle, WA – El Corazon (Sold Out)

4/03 Portland, OR – Roseland Theater (Sold Out)

4/05 Salt Lake City, UT – The Grand at The Complex (Sold Out)

4/06 Denver, CO – Summit (Sold Out)

4/07 Lawrence, KS – Granada Theater (Sold Out)

4/09 Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue

4/10 Milwaukee, WI – The Rave II

4/12 Chicago, IL – Metro (Sold Out)

4/13 Detroit, MI – St. Andrew's Hall (Sold Out)

4/14 Buffalo, NY – Buffalo Iron Works (Sold Out)

4/16 Toronto, ON – Opera House (Sold Out)

4/17 Montreal, QC – Club Soda

4/18 Boston, MA – Paradise Rock Club (Sold Out)

4/19 Hartford, CT – The Webster (Sold Out)

4/20 Sayreville, NJ – Starland Ballroom (Sold Out)

4/21 Philadelphia, PA – Union Transfer (Sold Out)

With Slaughter To Prevail

4/26 Los Angeles, CA – The Palladium

4/30 Denver, CO – Mission Ballroom

Kublai Khan TX Second Wave Tour Dates with Harms Way, Pain of Truth and Justice For The Damned

5/11 Charlotte, NC @ The Underground

5/12 Birmingham, AL @ Iron City (Sold Out)

5/13 New Orleans, LA @ The Joy Theater

5/15 Little Rock, AR @ The Rev Room

5/16 St Louis, MO @ Red Flag

5/18 Baltimore, MD @ Baltimore Soundstage (Sold Out)

5/19 Richmond, VA @ The Canal Club

5/20 Charleston, SC @ Music Farm

5/21 Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Heaven)

5/22 Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl Nashville

5/24 Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall

5/25 Austin, TX @ Empire Room & Garage

5/26 Dallas, TX @ The Factory in Deep Ellum

Wage War Drop Video for Brand New Track "Magnetic"

WAGE WAR — Briton Bond [lead vocals], Cody Quistad [rhythm guitar, clean vocals], Seth Blake [lead guitar], Chris Gaylord [bass], and Stephen Kluesener [drums] — are barreling straight ahead into 2024 with an explosive new single.

Today, the band premiered the new single "Magnetic" via SiriusXM's Octane and dropped the video. Watch it below. 

The band has built its reputation on the back of smart songwriting that expertly pits hooks against heaviness and sprinkles melody amidst the maelstrom. On "Magnetic," the Florida five-piece continues this tried and true formula that has been so effective for them. But they take it up 10 notches and throw more than a few sonic curveballs in the space of four minutes. The melodic verses and choruses grab your attention and the hard-charging and unholy roars and thick riffs keep it. "Magnetic" should write you a rent check because it will live in your brain, thanks to its supreme catchiness. It is indeed "Magnetic."

"'Magnetic' is a song about an attraction to someone that you just can't seem to quit," the band explains. "Despite knowing what may be best, we're pulled back to a feeling that inevitably takes control. Fate decides our future."

In other Wage War news, the band will kick off its Spring 2024 co-headline tour with Nothing More on Tuesday, April 16 in Charlotte, NC. The trek runs through Friday, May 17 in Indianapolis, IN. All dates are below. Get tickets here.

WAGE WAR + NOTHING MORE ON TOUR:
WITH VEIL OF MAYA + SLEEP THEORY:
4/16 — Charlotte, NC  — The Fillmore
4/17 — Birmingham, AL  — Avondale Brewing Company
4/18 — New Orleans, LA  — The Fillmore
4/20 — Austin, TX  — Stubb's Waller Creek Amphitheater*
4/22 — Grand Junction, CO  — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park (Outdoor)
4/24 — Riverside, CA  — Riverside Municipal Auditorium
4/28 — Albuquerque, NM — Revel Entertainment Center
4/30 — Kansas City, MO — The Midland Theatre
5/1 — Des Moines, IA  — Val Air Ballroom
5/3 — Green Bay, WI  — EPIC Event Center
5/4 — East Moline, IL  — The Rust Belt
5/5 — Omaha, NE  — The Astro
5/7 — Madison, WI  — The Sylvee
5/8 — Grand Rapids, MI  — GLC Live at 20 Monroe*
5/10 — Bethlehem, PA  — Wind Creek Event Center*
5/14 — Norfolk, VA  — The NorVA
5/15 — Greensboro, NC  — Piedmont Hall
5/17 — Indianapolis, IN  — Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
*NO SLEEP THEORY

ABOUT WAGE WAR:
Traveling a constant forward trajectory at lightspeed, Wage War not only push their own sound forward, but they also propel heavy music into new territory. The Florida quintethave always tempered a pummeling metallic onslaught with unshakable melodies. A near-decade grind naturally brought Wage War to this point. They have unleashed a string of fan favorite albums, including Blueprints [2015], Deadweight [2017], Pressure [2019], and Manic [2021]. Beyond looks from SPIN, Modern Drummer, American Songwriter, Revolver, Guitar World, and more, KERRANG! hailed the latter as "their greatest album yet," and DORK raved, "It's an embracing of being metalheads, popheads and just fans of good songs. On more than one occasion, there's an earworm poking its head up through the dirt." They also put up numbers, tallying hundreds of millions of streams boosted by the likes of "Stitch," "Low," "Manic," and "Circle The Drain.

TOUR ALERT! High On Fire announce U.S. tour

Iconic U.S. rock band, High on Fire , will release its new LP, ' Cometh the Storm ', on April 19 via MNRK Heavy. The GRAMMY Award-winning group, celebrating its 25th anniversary, recorded ' Cometh the Storm ' at GodCity Studio in Salem, Massachusetts with producer Kurt Ballou. The 11-song effort -- the band's ninth studio album -- marks the release of the first new High on Fire music since 2018's 'Electric Messiah' and the first to feature drummer  Coady Willis (Big Business, Murder City Devils), alongside bassist Jeff Matz , and guitarist/vocalist Matt Pike . ' Cometh the Storm ' boasts runic art and design by longtime High on Fire collaborator Arik Moonhawk Roper.

High on Fire has announced U.S. headlining tour dates in support of 'Cometh the Storm.' The spring slate will launch on May 4 in Orlando, FL and feature support from Venezuelan post rock outfit Zeta, and Massachusetts crossover crew High Command.

High on Fire 'Cometh the Storm' spring U.S. tour
(w/ Zeta, High Command)

May 4 Orlando, FL Conduit
May 5 Columbia, SC The Senate
May 7 Greensboro, NC Hanger 1819
May 8 Richmond, VA The Broadberry
May 10 Baltimore, MD Baltimore Soundstage
May 11 New Haven, CT Toad's Place
May 12 Jersey City, NJ White Eagle Hall
May 13 Cambridge, MA The Middle East
May 15 Albany, NY Empire Live
May 16 Cleveland Heights, OH Grog Shop
May 17 Detroit, MI The Magic Stick
May 18 Chicago, IL 3 Floyd's Brewing (Dark Lord Day feat. High on Fire, Abbath, Fugitive, 1349, Spiritworld)

TOUR AND TICKET INFO HERE

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The drop of the "Burning Down" video follows the release of a haunting, fever dream visualizer for the powerhouse song, created by Lars Kristoffer Hormander. Experience High on Fire 's "Burning Down" visualizer.

GET MORE HIGH ON FIRE HERE

Kenny Chesney Takes Willie Geist to MetLife Stadium THIS Sunday, 3/24, NBC's "Sunday TODAY"

With three sets of tour prep and rehearsals in full groove, Kenny Chesney took some time out to return to MetLife Stadium, where he’s sold over 400,000 tickets since the stadium opened, for a heart-to-heart conversation with NBC’s Willie Geist. Tracing both his evolution as a stadium-sized pioneer and looking at all the pieces of his musical foundation that led to the vast BORN, the only country artist in Billboard’s Top 10 Touring Acts of the Last 25 Years for the last 15 years took the opportunity to truly consider the road to being a billion-ticket-selling superstar and the songwriting roots that helped him speak to an audience who had long been ignored.
 
“It’s strange being in a place like MetLife we know so well when it’s cold, dark and raining,” Chesney mused before his interview. “It’s just here, waiting. Knowing all the faces we’ve seen light up, the staff, the memories; it’s a pretty great place to sit down and talk to someone like Willie Geist, who gets the music and recognizes so much of what we do is about building and trying to grow. Nothing exists in a vacuum; not a tour, certainly not an album – and we still make albums – so coming somewhere so special to us was a great place to sit down and look at the journey to No Shoes Nation.”
 
With “Take Her Home” cresting the Top 10, and the shoot-your-shot gusto of “Just To Say We Did,” the tangled letting go of “Thinkin’ Bout,” the naughty get-out-of-jail invitation of “Guilty Pleasure” or the toast to those who have passed on “Wherever You Are Tonight,” Chesney’s first album in four years is one of his most comprehensive. If not a culmination of a life lived in music, it certainly explores a plethora of styles, realities and Chesney’s unrelenting positivity.
 
“This close to a tour, I realized: we couldn’t do the traditional record release media stuff most people get to do,” Chesney explained. “So I wanted to do one thing that would really matter and make sense; to talk to someone who wasn’t looking to do lifestyle stuff, but really dig in and consider what this all means. When you do that, Willie Geist is the man to call.”
 
Beyond their conversation about music, especially BORN, the pair talked about sports, dreams, living a life that matters and how No Shoes Nation is an outgrowth of how Chesney and his people view the world. Philosophical and far-ranging, the extended sit down and conversation in the stands achieves a deeper look at what fires the songwriter/superstar from East Tennessee known for his high-intensity concerts and major tours that have sold over a million tickets every summer since 2002.
 
As street date approaches, a reminder that anyone who has already purchased tickets to the Sun Goes Down 2024 Tour received an email with a link to purchase the special BORN Tour Edition with three extra live tracks, as will anyone buying tickets going forward. Top tier fan club members may also purchase the Tour Edition to recognize their longstanding love of Chesney’s music. 
 
“Rehearsals are going great,” Chesney says. “I can’t wait to see everybody in Tampa! We’re getting ready, and we’re all in all over town. To get inside BORN, just watch Willie on Sunday.”
 
“Sunday TODAY” airs at 8 a.m. ET on NBC and 6 a.m. PT in the Los Angeles area. Check your local NBC listings for airtimes in additional markets.

Kenny Chesney and Willie Geist at MetLife Stadium for “Sunday TODAY” (Tune in This Sunday, March 24) | Photo Credit: Daniel Wood for NBC

BLACKBRIAR - RELEASE BRAND NEW SONG 'MOONFLOWER'

Today BLACKBRIAR release their brand new song 'Moonflower' featuring Marjana Seminka. After the album release of A Dark Euphony in September last year the band shows once again, that they are always working on new songs and their creativity seems to know no bounds. 

Zora Cock comments:
“Moonflower tells a love story between a female vampire and a mortal girl and transports you to a bygone era where darkness and desire intertwine. It's inspired by the 19th-century gothic novel 'Carmilla', a timeless story that predates even the infamous Dracula. The song features a guest songstress Marjana Semkina, who I think is the most perfect fit for making this Moonflower an ethereal, haunting, and dark duet.”


Stream/Order the album A Dark Euphony here: https://blackbriar.bfan.link/a-dark-euphony
Watch the video for 'Moonflower' below.
Stream `Moonflower`here: https://blackbriar.bfan.link/moonflower.ema

After their successful co-headliner tour together with AD INFINITUM, BLACKBRIAR announced more European tourdates for October/November this year. BLACKBRIAR will join KAMELOT´S Awaken The World Tour as a special gusts. Together with AD INFINITUM and FROZEN CROWN they will share the stage withKAMELOT all over Europe and the UK.

The US tour together with BATTLE BEAST starts in May this year. All dates are listed below.

05/09 The Palladium, Worcester MA
05/10 Brass Monkey, Ottawa ON
05/11 Opera House, Toronto ON
05/12 House of Blues, Cleveland OH
05/14 House of Blues, Chicago IL
05/15 The Varsity Theater, Minneapolis MN
05/16 Grenada Theater, Lawrence KS
05/17 The Gothic Theatre, Denver CO
05/18 The Depot, Salt Lake City UT
05/20 The Neptune Theater, Seattle WA
05/21 The Rickshaw, Vancouver BC
05/22 Revolution Hall, Portland OR
05/24 Goldfield Trading Post, Roseville CA
05/25 The Observatory, Santa Ana CA
05/26 The Nile Theater, Phoenix AZ
05/28 Echo, Dallas TX
05/30 The Masquerade, Atlanta GA
05/31 The Underground, Charlotte NC 
06/01 Baltimore Sound Stage, Baltimore MD
06/02 Gramercy Theatre, New York NY

About BLACKBRIAR:

“Some say that there is beauty in darkness - terrifying visitors, worlds far gone, gothic romances, bone-chilling legends, sin-eaters, burning hearts frozen in time, songs with a misleading voice, and a truthful whisper. This and so much more for you to discover on A Dark Euphony.” Such are the words of vocalist Zora Cock about the band’s upcoming sophomore album, set to release in fall 2023 on Nuclear Blast Records. A telling sign coming from a band who has reveled in gothic beauty and metallic darkness since their onset, spanning three EPs and a full-length album, along with long-time collaborator Joost van den Broek.

Formed in 2012 by Zora Cock, René Boxem, Bart Winters, and Frank Akkerman, they crafted their first single in 2014 with 'Ready to Kill,' but it was 2015’s second single 'Until Eternity' that truly propelled them into the scene.  A sweeping track with an equally compelling and beautiful video, it continues to draw many to the act with over 20 million views since its debut. Taking advantage of the growing buzz surrounding the band, they independently recorded and released their first EP, Fractured Fairytales, as well as acquiring a second guitarist in Robin Koezen. This EP layed down an impressive foundation for the band’s ethereal and breathtaking sound and  brought about new opportunities for the act, including tour dates in The Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, France, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Hungary, and more, where the band played alongside EPICA, HALESTORM, IN THIS MOMENT, DELAIN and MaYan.

To keep moving ahead with full control of their creative ideals, the band successfully crowdfunded their follow-up EP, We’d Rather Burn, and brought it to life in October 2018. This EP would be the first time the band worked alongside esteemed producer Joost van den Broek to arrange and produce the effort, and this fruitful collaboration allowed BLACKBRIAR’s whimsical and enigmatic sound to reach new sonic heights.  Released the same day as their self-made video for 'I’d Rather Burn,' this EP showcased a stronger sense of dreamy atmosphere and brought listeners beautifully grim tales of witches, banshees, and sea sirens.  In the time following, keyboardist Ruben Wijga (ex-Re-Vamp) took a larger role within the band and began playing shows, after being involved in the songwriting process since Fractured Fairytales.

A busy 2019 followed, the band released a haunting single in May entitled 'Snow White and Rose Red.'  A duet with Ulli Perhonen, their take on the Grimm’s fairytale featured striking cinematic visuals to accompany the spellbinding track. Continuing to dig deeper into fairytale realms, BLACKBRIAR closed the year with their third EP, Our Mortal Remains.  Ever-sharpening their intoxicating blend of storytelling and breathtaking musicianship, the EP brought about new live exposures for the act as well.  Small, sold out tours with EPICA in 2019 and 2020, as well as a sold out opening for DELAIN’s Apocalypse & Chill release show in Utrecht followed, with more future plans then being put on hold due to COVID-19. 

Championing their continued independence, which included everything from songwriting, maintaining their web presence, overseeing merch, as well as shooting and producing their own videos and photos, BLACKBRIAR reached out to their ever-growing and loyal fanbase for assistance to make their full-length album a reality in 2020. Fans fervently heeded the call, reaching the € 25,000 goal in under 24 hours and ending with a total of € 70,000 and achieving all five stretch goals.  An impressive accomplishment for an independent act, which also showcases a strong internet presence with over 230,000 YouTube subscribers and 56.5 million channel views as well as 37.9 million Spotify streams and 275,000 monthly streamers on the platform.  

Entering 2021, the band relinquished a bit of control in signing exclusively with Doomstar Bookings to help properly support their highly anticipated first full-length album, The Cause of Shipwreck, which released in April.  Once again recorded with renowned producer Joost van den Broek (EPICA, AYREON, POWERWOLF) at Sandlane Recording Facilities, this release showcased the band’s continued evolution into masterfully dark gothic storytelling and theatrical aesthetics that entice you into a deadly yet spellbinding musical paradise. On the live front, launching into success with six sold out Dutch club shows, they later extended into more European territories such as Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, France, and the Czech Republic as the band moved into 2022. 

Despite a very successful 2021, the band still hungered for more, unleashing their latest single, 'Fairy of the Bog' in December.  A song about ‘het meisje van Yde’ (Yde girl), it’s a mixture of folklore, myth, and ancient local history wrapped into a more mystical and magical package that showcases what BLACKBRIAR does best. Due to winning ‘Drents Talent Award Culture 2021’ from ‘Stichting Kunst & Cultuur,’ BLACKBRIAR performed ‘I’d Rather Burn’ live on television together with the Dutch ‘Noordpool Orchestra in early 2022. In April, the band parted ways with founding member and bassist Frank Akkerman. Not a band to slow down, they welcomed Siebe Sol Sijpkens from The Netherlands as their new bassist.  A happy and energetic performer with a lifetime of global performances, he is a welcome addition to the act as they continue to strive forward.

With their vision looking firmly into the future, with a major label behind them, they set their sights on 2023 to conjure their most deadly siren song yet.  The band previously released the song 'Crimson Faces' to celebrate their partnership with Nuclear Blast Records, and now the world eagerly awaits the release of A Dark Euphony this fall. Set to contain 10 new original songs as well as a bonus track, they recently released their first single from it with 'My Soul’s Demise.' According to Zora, “We've had the pleasure of working with producer and musical genius Joost van den Broek, and we gave it our all to write this record and feel that this is our most complete, personal, and mature album to date.” With this in mind, the band launched a preorder campaign in April for the release, full of unique perks, which has been quite successful already. They have also been preparing on the road, with festival shows Wave Gotik Treffen, SummerBreeze, and Rock the Lakes in 2023, as well as being a special guest on CHARLOTTE WESSELS’s Club Tour.

With accolades behind them, such as being nominated three times for ‘Best Artist’ in EuroSonic/Noorderslag‘s Popgala Noord (2018, 2020, 2022), and continued fan support with current monthly streaming totals on YouTube and Spotify near 1.5 million streams, the world is primed and ready for a spectacular journey into darkness and beauty.

BLACKBRIAR is:
Zora Cock - VOCALS
René Boxem - DRUMS
Bart Winters - GUITARS
Robin Koezen - GUITARS
Siebe Sol Sijpkens - BASS
Ruben Wijga - KEYS