From Crew to Photographer, Unsung Hero to Manager: Chesney's SUN GOES DOWN 2024 Nabs 17 Noms

Since Kenny Chesney broke the million tickets in a single year touring cycle in 2002, the 8-time Entertainer of the Year has placed a premium on people. His love of No Shoes Nation is boundless, but his commitment to his touring organization is truly worthy of the “road family” name he gave them.

With the Country Music Association announcing their coveted Touring Awards nominations, Chesney’s road family brings home a staggering 17 nominations, from Crew of the Year through Unsung Hero; a testament to the team-building, hard work and unbridled joy of inhabiting the war cry: “Who lives like we do? WE DO!”
 
“When they called me to tell me the news,” Chesney raved, “I felt like a bit of slacker. I love my guys and the girls out on the road, in the office and points in between. They fire me up, inspire me to push what we do – and this year was easily the best year we’ve ever had on the road.
 
“Whether it’s Terry Ford driving the Knoxville bus, Nick Buda beating those drums, Tom Petty’s incredible Robert Scovill mixing front of house or rock & roll legend Robin Majors as Unsung Hero, everybody out there gives to the peak, then throws it all at the music when we take the stage. I’ve got lifers like my longtime manager Clint Higham, who’s been here for all of it, my tour manager and best friend growing up David Farmer and who-says-we-can’t? production manager Ed Wannebo all making my crazy ideas happen.
 
“Back home, Mike Betterton at Wasser getting it booked, Richards & Southern making the t-shirts happen, and Janet Buck at Essential Broadcast Media getting the word out, that’s some anchor,” the East Tennessee songwriter/superstar continued.  “Add in the Swiss Army knife Jill Trunnell, who hangs from stadium signs, as photographer, business manager Renee Allen who makes it all add up, Jay Cooper cutting all that live video together, Philip Ealy lighting so everyone can see – and our stage manager Tom Nisun, who not only came up with ‘Who lives like we do? We do,’ but runs a short order burger grill on the back of our stadium stages, we’re talking some pretty unbelievable people out there.”
 
Having spent two decades building a crew that’s one of the most beloved by all the venues on the road, Chesney has empowered his teams to reach further, defy convention and create new ways of creating the best night of the summer for the citizens of No Shoes Nation. Whether the vibe, the sound, the look or the way people come together, the Sun Goes Down 2024 crew sought to create a space where love was all, music rocked and memories were made.
 
With well over 19 million fans played to this century, nearly a billion and a half dollars generated, more than 200 stadiums and 1,000 shows played, the man the Los Angeles Times called “The People’s Superstar” has established a standard by which he’s become one of the true rights of summer – and an artist whose songs have defined what it means to live, love, work and dream across America’s heartland.
 
“We all work hard, play hard, dream hard and rock hard,” Chesney allows. “It’s great seeing the people who push me, who create this very special environment with me and deliver night after night at the top of their game recognized. I can say ‘thank you’ over and over again, but when they’re acknowledged by the industry where they do this incredible work? To me, that’s the highest honor they can have. Seeing so many names of people who’ve helped build this? That tells you about the Sun Goes Down 2024 team.”
 
Voting for the 2024 CMA Touring Awards is done by the qualified members of the CMA’s Industry tier.

Photo Credit: Allister Ann

SUN GOES DOWN 2024 TOUR CMA Touring Awards Nominees
Crew of the Year: Sun Goes Down Tour crew
Backline Technician of the Year: Terry Fox
Business Manager of the Year: Renee Allen, Arnie Barn, Inc.
Coach/Truck Driver of the Year: Terry Ford 
FOH (Front of House) Engineer of the Year: Robert Scovill
Lighting Director of the Year: Philip Ealy
Manager of the Year: Clint Higham, Morris Higham Management
Production Manager of the Year: Ed Wannebo
Publicist of the Year: Janet Buck, Essential Broadcast Media
Stage Manager of the Year: Tom Nisun
Support Services Company of the Year: Richards & Southern
Talent Agent of the Year: Mike Betterton, Wasserman Music
Tour Manager of the Year: David Farmer
Touring Musician of the Year: Nick Buda (drums)
Tour Videographer/Photographer of the Year: Jill Trunnell
Tour Video Director of the Year: Jay Cooper
Unsung Hero of the Year: Robin Majors
 

“...because everything gets hotter when the sun goes down...”

WHILE SHE SLEEPS Announces North American Tour for April 2025!

WHILE SHE SLEEPS have announced a new North American Tour to support their most recent Spinefarm release, 'Self Hell.' The tour is supported by Bury Tomorrow with openers Vended.

Dates kick off in Cleveland, OH on April 2nd at The Roxy and close out on the 30th in Charlotte, NC at The Underground. A full list of dates is below.

Presales begin Thursday, December 12th at 10 AM local time; general sales start Friday, December 13th at 10 AM local time.

The band shared this about the upcoming trek:

"We're excited to be coming back to the USA and bringing a bunch of friends with us. We've been touring with Bury Tomorrow since 2010, so it's going to be special being on the other side of the world together. After sadly having our last USA headline run cut short on the West Coast by the dreaded 2020 Covid outbreak, we are picking up where we left off and are back with more energy than ever, well-oiled after a world tour celebrating the release of 'Self Hell.' It will be amazing to bring this lineup to places we've never headlined before & after so many tours in the US supporting other bands, finally be able to play a more expansive set of the songs from the past 18 years. We can't wait to be back."

April 2 - Cleveland, OH @ The Roxy

April 3 - Toronto, ON @ Danforth Music Hall

April 5 - Montréal, QC @ Olympia

April 6 - Boston, MA @ Paradise

April 7 - New York, NY @ Irving Plaza

April 9 - Columbus, OH @ Newport Music Hall

April 10 - Chicago, IL @ Concord Music Hall

April11 - Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave

April 12 - Minneapolis, MN @ Skyway Theatre - The Lyric

April 13 - Lawrence, MO - The Granada

April 15 - Denver, CO @ The Oriental

April 16 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Soundwell

April 18 - Sacramento, CA @ Ace of Spades

April 19 - Berkeley, CA @ The UC Theatre

April 20 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Regent Theater

April 21 - Tucson, AZ @ Encore

April 23 - Oklahoma City, OK @ Beer City Music Hall

April 24 - Dallas, TX @ South Side Music Hall

April 25 - San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger

April 26 - Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live Midtown

April 28 - Lake Buena Vista, FL @ House of Blues

April 29 - Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade - Heaven

April 30 - Charlotte, NC @ The Underground

ORDER 'SELF HELL'

Even in a career of bold, empowering moves ‘SELF HELL’ casts the band’s net even wider, taking in symphonic music, hardcore, synth-rock, and metal alike. Yet, through all those styles, it never loses sight of the band’s ability to make confident, stadium-prepared anthems. It also continues the band's DIY ethos with sessions at their own Six Audio in Sheffield as well as Metropolis Studios in London and Treehouse Studio in Chesterfield, with production from Sean Long and long-term collaborator Carl Bown.

Watch the Music Video for "TO THE FLOWERS" HERE

MILWAUKEE METAL FESTIVAL 2025 Adds ROTTING CHRIST, CHIMAIRA, SCOUR, TESSERACT + More to the Lineup

Due to the massive success of the second edition of Milwaukee Metal Festival, the iconic midwestern event is returning in 2025! The festival will take place once again at The Rave/Eagles Ballroom from May 16-18, 2025, with the pre-party kicking off on May 15. Tickets are now availableHERE.

The festival is now pleased to welcome ROTTING CHRIST, CHIMAIRA, SCOUR, TESSERACT + EVIL DEAD to the lineup! More bands will be revealed this week as part of the festival's 12 Days of Christmas campaign, in which the festival will be revealing a new artist every day through this weekend. Be sure to check the official Milwaukee Metal Fest socials (Facebook, Instagram, X) to keep up! Then, the full lineup will be unveiled just before the holidays, so keep a close eye out for more!

The updated lineup is now as follows with more TBA!

DOWN (Anselmo, Windstein, Keenan, Bower, Bruders)

Black Label Society

Devin Townsend

The Dillinger Escape Plan (Performing 'Calculating Infinity')

Exodus

Chimaira

Enslaved

Destruction

Rotting Christ

Suicide Silence

Scour

3 Inches of Blood

Wolves in the Throne Room

Trouble

The Acacia Strain

Harms Way

Fugitive

Speed

Exhorder

Tesseract

Macabre

Full of Hell

END

Nekrogoblikon

Deceased

Evil Dead

Legions of Doom

+ more TBA!

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Static Dress Announce Headline U.S. Tour Dates for Spring 2025

UK headturners STATIC DRESS, who were christened "post-hardcore superstars of tomorrow" by The Guardian and described as "remaking post-hardcore for Gen Z" by Vice, are thrilled to announce their forthcoming headline U.S. tour, set for Spring 2025. The tour, which marks the band's first-ever headline run in the States, kicks off on April 17 in Brooklyn, New York and runs through May 11 in Atlanta, Georgia. 

Soul Blind will serve as main support, with additional support acts to be announced at a later date.

"This is finally the chance for the U.S. to express/experience Static Dress the way it's meant to be," states the band.

Tickets go on sale on Friday, December 13 at 10am local time. Get tickets here.

Static Dress are currently wrapping up Leg 2 of their Fall 2024 tour in support of Underoath in the U.S. All current and forthcoming headline dates are below.

Check out the band's self-directed video for the explosively epic track "crying" below.

STATIC DRESS ON TOUR:
WITH UNDEROATH 2024:
12/10 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore
12/13 – Tampa, FL – Jannus Landing
12/14 – Tampa, FL – Jannus Landing
12/15 – Tampa, FL – Jannus Landing

WITH SOUL BLIND 2025:
4/17 — The Meadows —  Brooklyn, NY
4/18 — Sonia —  Cambridge, MS
4/19 — Ukie Club —  Philadelphia, PA
4/21 — Mahall's —  Lakewood, OH
4/22 — Sanctuary Detroit —  Hamtrack, MI
4/23 — Subterranean —  Chicago, IL
4/27 — The Bottleneck —  Lawrence, KS
4/29 — Marquis —  Denver, CO
4/30 — Fellowship Sober Hall —  Salt Lake City, UT
5/2 — Brick & Mortar Music Hall —  San Francisco, CA
5/3 — Midnight Hour —  Los Angeles, CA
5/4 — The Rebel Lounge —  Phoenix, AZ
5/6 — The Ballroom —  Austin, TX
5/7 — Tulips —  Fort Worth, TX
5/9 — The Abbey —  Orlando, FL
5/11 — The Masquerade —  Atlanta, GA

ABOUT STATIC DRESS:
Static Dress signed to Roadrunner Records and shared Rouge Carpet Disaster (Redux) a re-release of their debut LP accompanied by reimagined versions of every track from the album including "Lye solution" (ft. Loathe, BVDLVD, and Hail The Sun), "Di-sinTer" (Glitter Redux), "Courtney, just relax" [ft. World Of Pleasure], "such.a.shame" (smoking lounge redux), and "Attempt 8" [ft. Sophie Meiers]. Originally released independently, Rouge Carpet Disaster proved to be a watershed moment for Static Dress. Produced by Erik Bickerstaffe of Loathe and written by Static Dress, the album spotlights an imagination-capturing sound that transcends emo, screamo, metal, pop, electronic, and so much more; making for one of the most ambitious statements made from within the rock format in decades. Static Dress made an immediate impact upon the alternative music scene with the release of their 2021 EP, Prologue... (Comic Book Soundtrack). Voted by Kerrang! readers as the Best New Band Of The Year in 2021, Prologue... set the stage for Static Dress' most widescreen vision; a comic book and official soundtrack building the foundations for a parallel universe with innovative puzzles and lore that has captivated fans.

CRUCIFICTION Share "Will to Power" Video + Announce First-Ever Tour

CRUCIFICTION, the new br00tal deathcore band featuring Bloodbather's Salem Vex, dropped their debut album Will to Power, inspired by the raw materials with which nightmares are made, earlier this year via Rise Records. Get it here.

Today, the band shares the video for the title track. Watch it on YouTube .

Frenetic visuals mix performance footage with further occult themes. The video will chill both your blood and your bones — just like the song. 

In other Crucifiction news, the band will embark on its first-ever tour this winter, supporting GHØSTKID and Hawk. All dates are below.

CRUCIFICTION ON TOUR:
WITH GHØSTKID + HAWK:
1/28 — Orlando, FL — Conduit
1/29 — Columbia, SC — New Brooklyn Tavern
1/30 — Baltimore, MD — Metro Gallery
1/31 — Brooklyn, NY — The Meadows
2/1 — Lancaster, PA — The Champ
2/2 — Pittsburgh, PA — Preserving Underground
2/4 — Columbus, OH — Ace Of Cups
2/5 — Nashville, TN — The End
2/6 — Asheville, NC — Eulogy
2/7 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade (Purgatory)

The Devil Wears Prada Announce Spring 2025 Metalcore Spring Break Tour + Share Video for Acoustic Version of "Chemical"

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA will return to the road this Spring! The Metalcore Spring Break Tour will kick off April 17 in Wichita, Kansas and runs through
May 14 in Charleston, South Carolina.  ERRA, Kingdom of Giants, and Acres will serve as support. 

The band will also appear at Sonic Temple and Welcome to Rockville along the way.

Tickets for The Metalcore Spring Break Tour go on sale Friday, December 13 at 10am local time. Get tickets here. 

TDWP have also dropped the acoustic version of their biggest streaming hit single "Chemical." The stripped down version further demonstrates the song's heft. Listen here. The accompanying video pays tribute to the fans and the community that TDWP has fostered and that has connected with the track on a deeply personal level. Watch it below.

"To mark five incredible years of 'Chemical' and its impact on both our band and fans, we’ve recorded a special stripped-down version that lays bare the raw emotion and meaning behind the song," the band states. "Playing it every night on the Eternal Tour has been one of the most powerful moments of the show, and we wanted to share this intimate version with fans around the world. Thanks for listening, it's only 'Chemical.'"

Regarding the tour, TDWP say, "We're beyond excited to announce Metalcore Spring Break! This tour is going to be a full-blown celebration of metalcore gone wild, featuring awesome performances from ERRA, Kingdom of Giants, and Acres. It's going to be massive energy, insane production, and a setlist with all the hits and some surprises you won't want to miss. We're pulling out all the stops to make this a show you will NEVER forget — it's party time!"

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA ON TOUR:
WITH ERRA, KINGDOM OF GIANTS, + ACRES:
4/17 — Wichita, KS — Temple Live
4/18 — Des Moines, IA — Val Air Ballroom
4/19 — Fargo, ND — Sanctuary Events Center
4/20 — Winnipeg, MB — Park Theatre
4/22 — Edmonton, AB — Midway
4/23 — Calgary, AB — The Palace Theater
4/25 — Vancouver, BC — Commodore Ballroom
4/26 — Seattle, WA — Showbox SoDo
4/27 — Eugene, OR — McDonald Theatre
4/29 — Great Falls, MT — The Newberry
4/30 — Billings, MT — Pub Station
5/2 — Lincoln, NE — Bourbon Theatre
5/3 — Davenport, IA — Capitol Theater
5/4 — Springfield, MO — The Regency
5/6 —Oklahoma City, OK — Diamond Ballroom
5/7 — Little Rock, AR — The Hall
5/8 — Huntsville, AL — Mars Music Hall
5/9 — St Louis, MO — The Pageant
5/10 — Columbus, OH — Sonic Temple*
5/13 — Knoxville, TN — The Mill & Mine
5/14 — Charleston, SC — Charleston Music Hall
5/16 — Daytona Beach, FL — Welcome To Rockville*
*FESTIVAL DATE

Chase Rice Sets 'Go Down Singin' International Tour' for 2025

Chase Rice, one of Country music’s few Diamond-certified songwriters, brings his critically acclaimed album Go Down Singin’ to audiences across the globe next year with the Go Down Singin’ International Tour 2025 spanning Australia, the U.S. and Canada. 
 
Kicking off on March 8 and running through late August, the tour visits major markets such as Sydney, Melbourne, New York, Boston, Fort Worth, St. Louis, Oklahoma City and more, with Rice also appearing on several major festival lineups. Tickets to all dates are available this Friday, Dec. 13 at 10 a.m. local time via ChaseRice.com.
 
Joining Rice across various dates are fellow singer-songwriters Pony Bradshaw, Bella Mackenzie, Lori McKenna and Charlie Worsham. See the full list of dates below for details.
 
The tour follows the release of Rice’s widely celebrated independent album Go Down Singin’, heralded by critics as a bold and authentic statement of his artistic evolution. As Billboard declares, “his new music leans toward rootsier, raw-rock driven sounds, trading party anthems for introspective lyrical themes,” while “his voice conveys a crackling warmth of self-reflection and an easy-going comfortableness with his new sound.” Rolling Stone highlights the album as “an excellent collection of poignant, often anthemic country,” noting that it finds Rice “trying to do what creative people are supposed to: grow and change,” while Cowboys & Indians proclaims that “maturity and clarity are the reality on Chase Rice's new album…what is sure to be one of 2024’s most well-received country albums of the year.”
 
Rice further showcased this new direction with surprise follow-up project Fireside Sessions, which featuring all 25 songs from both Go Down Singin’ and prior album I Hate Cowboys & All Dogs Go To Hell as live, single-take versions with cowriters including Lori McKenna, Jackson Dean, Hunter Phelps, Randy Montana and more as featured artists.
 
For more information on all things Chase Rice, visit ChaseRice.com and follow on Facebook, Twitter/X and TikTok@ChaseRiceMusic and on Instagram @ChaseRice.

Go Down Singin’ International Tour 2025
March 8  ||  Glenvale, QLD  ||  Meatstock 2025 (Festival)
March 9  ||  Newcastle, NSW ||  King Street (with Bella Mackenzie)
March 11  ||  Marrickville, NSW  ||  Factory Theater (with Bella Mackenzie)
March 14  ||  St. Kilda, VIC  ||  Prince Ballroom (with Bella Mackenzie)
March 15  ||  North Bendigo, VIC  ||  Meatstock 2025 (Festival)
April 3  ||  New York, NY  ||  Irving Plaza (with Pony Bradshaw)
April 4  ||  Boston, MA  ||  MGM Music Hall (with Pony Bradshaw & Lori McKenna)
April 5  ||  Pittsburgh, PA  ||  Stage AE (with Pony Bradshaw)
April 11  ||  Gonzales, TX  ||  Cattle Country (Festival)
April 17  ||  Fayetteville, AR  ||  JJ’s Live (with Pony Bradshaw)
April 18  ||  Fort Worth, TX  ||  Billy Bob’s
April 24  ||  Anderson, SC  ||  Wendell’s Outdoors (with Pony Bradshaw)
April 25  ||  Cocoa, FL  ||  Cocoa Beach Amp (with Pony Bradshaw)
April 26  ||  Pompano Beach, FL  ||  Pompano Beach Amp (with Pony Bradshaw)
May 1  ||  St. Louis, MO  ||  The Factory (with Charlie Worsham)
May 2  ||  Oklahoma City, OK  ||  Jones Assembly (with Charlie Worsham)
May 10  ||  Pelham, TN  ||  The Caverns (with Charlie Worsham)
May 17  ||  Gulf Shores, AL  ||  Sand In My Boots 2025 (Festival)
June 7  ||  Myrtle Beach, SC  ||  Carolina Country Music Festival (Festival)
June 12  ||  North Lawrence, OH  ||  The Country Fest 2025(Festival)
July 17  ||  Eau Claire, WI  ||  Country Jam USA 2025 (Festival)
July 19  ||  Hartington, NE  ||  Cedar County Fair (Festival)
August 2  ||  Cowichan, BC  ||  Sunfest Country (Festival)
August 8  ||  Oro-Medonte, ON  ||  Boots & Hearts (Festival)
August 21  ||  Saint-Agapit, QC  ||  Festival Country Lotbiniere (Festival)
August 22  ||  Dieppe, NB  ||  YQM Country Fest (Festival)

About Chase Rice
With more than 2.6 million albums sold and over 2.8 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 independent album Go Down Singin’ available everywhere now as the follow-up to the critically acclaimed I Hate Cowboys & All Dogs Go To Hell, and both brought together on brand new offering Fireside Sessions, Rice’s sound continues to evolve to reflect the realities of his life; from emotional reckoning to an admiration of the American West. The new music serves as a follow up to his three-part project, The Album, which featured his latest Platinum-certified No. 1 hit, “Drinkin’ Beer. Talkin’ God. Amen.” and the 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 served as direct support on Dierks Bentley’s 2024 Gravel & Gold Tour and consistently sells out venues on his own headlining tours across the U.S. and beyond, with the Go Down Singin’ International Tour set to kick off in early 2025.

TROLLFEST Unleash New "Doomsday Christmas Song" + Lyric Video

Norwegian folk metal band TROLLFEST are spreading unconventional holiday cheer with the release of their latest single, "Doomsday Christmas Song."

Equal parts festive and thought-provoking, the track blends the band’s signature chaos with a timely message about the rising anxieties in today’s world. Can we still find joy in celebration amid uncertainty, or are we witnessing the end of merriment as we know it? This song’s infectious melodies and clever lyrics make it a standout holiday anthem for December. In addition to the release of the single, TROLLFEST have released a lyric video, available to view below.

Guitarist, Mr Seidel comments:

"No one wanted or needed it, but the folly of mankind has forced our hand! We present to you a catchy, timely Christmas track that captures the world’s rising anxieties and a sense of looming uncertainty. With doomsday seemingly closer, this song asks if we can still find the joy to celebrate Christmas and look forward to a brighter New Year. Perfectly positioned to be December’s earworm, it balances holiday cheer with a thought-provoking twist on the season’s spirit."

Watch the Lyric Video for "Doomsday Christmas Song" below

TROLLFEST will be hitting the stage in 2025, starting with their appearance on 70,000 Tons of Metal (January 30 – February 3). Following the cruise, TROLLFEST will tour North America as part of the “Folkfest of the North” tour, alongside Korpiklaani, Ensiferum and NiNi. The tour kicks off February 27th in Boston, MA, and wraps up March 30th in Brooklyn, NY. A complete list of dates can be found below.

Folkfest of the North Tour

w/ Korpiklaani, Ensiferum, and NiNi:

02/27: Boston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall

02/28: Quebec City, QC @ Salle Montaigne

03/01: Montreal, QC @ Beanfield

03/02: Ottawa, ON @ Overflow

03/03: Toronto, ON @ The Concert Hall

03/04: Columbus, OH @ King of Clubs

03/05: Pontiac, MI @ Crofoot

03/06: Chicago, IL @ Outset

03/07: Minneapolis, MN @ Skyway Theatre

03/08: Des Moines, IA @ Wooly’s

03/09: Denver, CO @ Gothic Theatre

03/11: Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Music Hall

03/13: Sacramento, CA @ Goldfield Roseville

03/14: San Francisco, CA @ Great American Music Hall

03/15: Los Angeles, CA @ Regent Theater

03/16: San Diego, CA @ House of Blues

03/17: Phoenix, AZ @ Nile

03/18: Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine

03/20: Oklahoma City, OK @ Beer City Music Hall

03/21: Dallas, TX @ Granada

03/22: Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live

03/23: Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live

03/25: Tampa, FL @ Orpheum

03/26: Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade Heaven

03/27: Greensboro, NC @ Hangar 1819

03/28: Baltimore, MD @ Baltimore Soundstage

03/29: Mechanicsburg, PA @ Lovedraft’s

03/30: Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Monarch

TROLLFEST are:

Jostein "Trollmannen" Austvik – Vocals

John "Mr. Seidel" Sagstad – Guitars

Eirik "Trollbank" Renton – Drums, Bouzouki

Dag "Drekka Dag" Stiberg – Saxophone

Alexander "Böesse Basshöl" Bøe – Bass

Kai "Fjernkontrollet" Renton – Accordion, Keyboards

Fabian "Fabio Grimdrap" Jiru – Guitars

Bjørn "Kjellkjé" Rønnow – Drums

About TROLLFEST:

Since forming in 2003, TROLLFEST has carved a unique niche in the metal scene with their high-energy fusion of folk instrumentation and relentless metal riffs. Known for their theatrical stage presence and eccentric sense of humor, the band has become a staple of the folk metal genre. Their music combines traditional Norwegian folk elements with global influences, creating a colorful sound that is unmistakably their own. TROLLFEST’s lyrical themes often revolve around mythology, storytelling, and a hearty dose of absurdity, making them a fan favorite at festivals and live shows worldwide.

FRONTIERS ROCK FESTIVAL: The Final Bill Revealed!

Frontiers Music Srl is pleased to reveal the full bill and the names of the last seven bands that will perform at the FRONTIERS ROCK FESTIVAL, set to take place on April 25th, 26th, and 27th, 2025, at the Live Club in Trezzo sull’Adda (Milan).

Furthermore, Frontiers Music Srl is thrilled to announce that the Orchard will sponsor The festival, their long-time digital distributor and physical partner for distribution globally. The company’s personnel and a dedicated area for all information will also be available at the festival.

The FRONTIERS ROCK FESTIVAL will feature 21 bands in three days – an unmissable experience for all Melodic Rock/Hard Rock fans offering fans the very best that the scene has to offer these days!

The Last Seven Confirmed Bands to Rock FRF 2025!

ASIA

In 1982 John Wetton, Geoff Downes, Carl Palmer, and Steve Howe became the founding fathers of supergroup ASIA, responsible for a string of multi-million-selling albums and chart-topping hits across the globe. ASIA’s self-titled1982 debut album was the biggest-selling album in the world powered by the classic rock anthem “Heat Of The Moment”, along with other timeless hits. Another multi-million seller, 'Alpha' followed in 1983, and in 1986 'Astra' completed the trio of MTV-era hits. 

In 2006, the founder members reformed and released several new albums before John Wetton’s untimely passing in 2017. After some tours in the USA with different musicians, in the Summer of 2023, Geoff Downes spear-headed a memorial concert to celebrate the life of John Wetton. At the concert, he invited rock n roll veteran John Mitchell - who had played with both Wetton and Downes in Icon and in Wetton’s own band - to join him on stage, taking on lead guitar duties. The duo was joined by newcomer Harry Whitley, whom Downes had discovered and whose vocal talents so closely resembled that of Wetton’s. It was nothing short of spine-tingling. So it was that Geoff who made the decision to take a fresh, new-look ASIAback out on the road, recruiting Mitchell and Whitley as new members and bringing in the drumming excellence of Virgil Donati.

This line-up is here to stay and will present their elegant and riveting music on the stage in Trezzo.

ROBIN MCAULEY

Robin McAuley is widely recognized as one of the great singers of a golden period in Hard Rock music. His voice can be heard on albums from Grand Prix and Far Corporation, and of course on the US charts-topping M.S.G. records 'Perfect Timing', 'Save Yourself', and 'MSG.' 

Recently, he took part in the supergroup Black Swan, and he also released two brilliant solo albums, 'Standing On The Edge' in 2021 and 'Alive' in 2023, showcasing his typical melodic and infectious vocal style, with powerful guitar riffs and some more updated elements incorporated in his music.

The legendary Rock vocalist will bring on the stage of the FRONTIERS ROCK FESTIVAL all the glory and success of his past, along with the consistency and class of his present.

HONEYMOON SUITE

Originally formed in 1981 in Niagara Falls, Ontario, by lead vocalist/guitarist Johnnie Dee, soon joined by lead guitarist, Derry Grehan, the five-piece act released a total of seven studio albums since their debut release in 1983, with over 1 million units sold worldwide.

The band won numerous awards, including a Canadian Juno for “Group of Year” in 1986, triple platinum sales in Canada with the first 3 albums, and platinum sales for the greatest hits CD 'The Singles,' released in 1989. Their latest studio album, 'Alive', has been produced by the notable fellow Canadian Mike Krompass, and the result brings back the trademark sound of the band, with powerful vocals and memorable guitar riffs.

HONEYMOON SUITE has toured extensively in the US, Canada, and Europe with acts such as ZZ Top, Heart, Billy Idol, Journey, Bryan Adams, Saga, Loverboy, Jethro Tull, and .38 Special. They are really excited to play in Italy for the very first time in their long career, presenting the best of their career with some new tunes thrown into, for a great set!

CRAZY LIXX

'Thrill Of The Bite,' the new studio album from the Swedish hard rockers CRAZY LIXX, is set for release on February 14th. It’s a band that made a name for their amazing Hair Metal revival style, strongly rooted in the ‘80s and early ‘90s, drawing inspiration from the flamboyant Heavy Metal and the movies of that era!

Their latest original studio effort, 'Street Lethal,' released in 2021, left all fans of the band eager to hear new material, and - even though the compilation album 'Two Shots At Glory' (2024) gave the listeners some new recordings (covers, re-arrangements of old songs and a couple of new tracks), this next studio album is what they have all been dying to crank up in their stereo!

Expect powerful anthems, memorable riffs, catchy melodies, electrifying guitar solos, and the usual larger-than-life sing-along energy on stage!

SHAKRA

With 13 studio albums (!), 2 live albums, one ballads compilation, and a few successes that hit the German and Swiss album charts - during their 30 years-career - SHAKRA is considered one of the most consistent acts in the current Swiss Hard Rock scene, thanks to their music style based on powerful guitar riffs, catchy hooks, and a solid rhythm section.

But it’s the stage that is their home, as they played countless European shows (including a twelve-country tour with Hammerfall and Stratovarius) as well as many Metal and Hard-Rock festivals (including the prestigious 'Bang Your Head' and 'Spirit Of Rock'). They also opened for Rock giants like Iron Maiden, Uriah Heep, and Guns n’ Roses.

An experienced, powerful, and super solid live band that will definitely put the FRONTIERS ROCK FESTIVAL stage on fire!!!

ART NATION

Led by main man and vocalist Alexander Strandell, ART NATION is back on track after a difficult four-year hiatus complicated by line-up issues. However, the latest album, 'Inception,' is clear proof of how the band has re-established that great musical spirit and chemistry that launched them years ago!

Alexander Strandell, guitarist Christoffer Borg, and bassist Richard Svärd, deliver a powerful musical statement, in their classic style, made of huge and anthemic hooks mixed with European Metal influences.

After dozens and dozens of shows on some of the biggest stages in Sweden, having played at the legendary Sweden Rock Festival, and having walked the red carpet of the Grammys, ART NATION is back and better than ever!

SEVENTH CRYSTAL

Hailing from Gothenburg, Sweden, SEVENTH CRYSTAL showcases a diverse range of musical expressions, drawing inspiration from a variety of genres, from soft melodic rock to hard-hitting Heavy Metal going through progressive and Classic Rock.

Their new studio album, 'Entity', follows the path of their previous 'Delirium' of 2021 and 'Wonderland' of 2023, putting - this time - a stronger accent on the heavy guitar parts and on the constructions of the songs.

SEVENTH CRYSTAL are ready to bring their exciting and authentic melodic rock formula to the FRONTIERS ROCK FESTIVAL stage!

Ticket Details and Presale Information

Tickets are on sale NOW!

Presale prices:

• Single-Day Ticket: €75.00 (+ presale fees)

• 3-Day Ticket: €215.00 (+ presale fees)

Get your tickets at:

Mailticket.it, TicketOne.it, Ticketmaster.it, Vivaticket.it

Following the festival’s tradition in the past years, FRONTIERS ROCK FESTIVAL will offer once again a special VIP Experience Package (limited to 100 available, more than 50% sold already!), priced at €399.00.

Get your exclusive VIP Experience Package HERE

This exclusive package includes:

— Two exclusive acoustic shows with three artists playing on the second and third day, held in a special VIP lounge at the venue - inclusive of a welcome aperitif - from 12.30 pm to 2 pm

— Privileged access to the island(s) front stage, with availability of armchairs + early entry to the venue before the rest of the audience

— Photo, signing, meet & greet, and interactive experiences with artists

— Bag with exclusive merch, CDs, and gadgets

— Food coupon for one warm meal + drink for each day of the festival

Get ready to rock with the best in melodic and hard rock… Don’t miss this unforgettable weekend!

For tickets and VIP Experience purchase info, visit frontiersrockfestival.com and follow us on Facebook for all updates.

RICK WAKEMAN THE FINAL SOLO TOUR ADDITIONAL SHOWS ADDED FOR 2025!

Last year, the ultimate keyboard wizard, Rick Wakeman CBE, announced that his 2024 tours of solo piano concerts would be his last. Rick, who has become almost as well-known for his intimate piano shows as his prog rock extravaganzas, had decided that after a career spanning over 50 years, he would be calling a halt to lengthy American one-man show tours, in order to concentrate on composing, recording and collaborating with other musicians.
 
However, after receiving an offer to take part in the latest of the highly popular Cruise To The Edge, he couldn’t resist adding more dates to include some of the venues he couldn’t fit into his schedule in 2024. 
 
Audiences can expect an evening of highlights from his career with YES and his solo work, including the new 30-minute instrumental work Yessonata, featuring YES themes and melodies, woven into sonata form, which he wrote especially for the Final Solo Tour.
 
Rick first started establishing a reputation as one of rock’s most original and proficient keyboard players in the late Sixties, when he worked with the likes of David Bowie, Cat Stevens, Marc Bolan, Lou Reed, Al Stewart, Elton John and other artists too numerous to mention, as a much-in-demand session player. He stepped out of the recording studio and into the limelight when he first joined the Strawbs and then YES, helping to make the latter the most successful progressive rock band in the world by contributing to seminal albums such as Fragile and Close To The Edge. 
 
But outside of YES, Rick was really able to unleash his creativity with a series of groundbreaking concept albums: The Six Wives of Henry VIII, Journey to the Centre of the Earth, and The Myths and Legends of King Arthur and theKnights of the Round Table, which have been performed in large-scale shows featuring bands, orchestras and choirs.
 
However, he is equally at home as a solo artist in the upclose environment of concert halls, performing music on a piano – both his own and tunes that have a special resonance for him - and recounting wickedly funny stories taken from the length of his career. In recent years, he has added a rack of electric keyboards to ring the changes and enable him to enlarge his live solo repertoire.
 
Don’t miss this final opportunity to enjoy an evening of great music and hilarious stories, delivered by one of the truly legendary figures of rock music.

A STATEMENT FROM RICK:
 
“I always planned to stop touring by my 77th birthday - for those of you who wish to send me a card, it’s 18th May! - but there is so much to fit in beforethen that I’m having to make plans now and so my final one-man shows will have to cease by that date . 
 
“I have thoroughly enjoyed performing the various one-man shows, but it’s time to call it a day. I intend to throw in the best of what I have done in the past, plus a few new surprises on the way, and possibly even the odd guest joining me on the odd occasion.
 
“The plan is not to perform at the same venue twice throughout this period, so whatever venue you are hopefully thinking of coming to, it will be the last performance there - and I am taking this opportunity of thanking everyone and anyone who has supported me over the last 53 years!”
 

2025 Tour Dates
Check venue for specific on-sale information

 
3.27​​ in Vienna, VA​​​ @ The Barns at Wolf Trap*​​

3.28​​ in Charlotte, NC​​ @ Booth Playhouse at ​Blumenthal Arts Center​

3.30​​ in Charleston, SC​​ @ Charleston Music Hall​​

4.1​​ in Clearwater, FL ​​@ Capitol Theatre​

4.2​​ in Orlando, FL ​​​@ The Plaza Live​

4.4-4.9​ in Miami, FL ​@ ​Cruise To The Edge*​

4.10​ in Fort Lauderdale, FL​ @ The Parker​​

4.12​ in Nashville, IN​​ @ Brown County Music Center

4.13​ in Columbus, OH​ @ The Southern Theatre

4.15​ in Munhall, PA​ ​@ Carnegie of Homestead
Music Hall​

4.16​ in Huntington, NY​ @ The Paramount

4.17​ in Peekskill, NY​ ​@ Paramount Hudson Valley
Theater
 
*On-sale now

Ashley McBryde Rides Toward the Spirit of the West with "Ain't Enough Cowboy Songs"

Lauded as “one of the best artists in present-day country” by Stereogum, Ashley McBryde releases an ode to the spirit of the west and the values that shaped it with “Ain’t Enough Cowboy Songs,” available now via Warner Music Nashville. Listen below.
 
“Cowboys are the ones doing what needs to be done before it is an emergency,” McBryde shared with Cowboys & Indians. “If you would simply be where you are, do what you say you’re gonna do and mean what you say when you say it, it would simplify a lot of things.”
 
Produced by John Osborne, “Ain’t Enough Cowboy Songs” swells with longing from the very first stroke across the fiddle strings – a fitting introduction as McBryde and cowriters Chris Harris and Patrick Savage explored a shared sense of something missing, along with a desire for meaning and reconnection in a changing world.
 
“This one was all about where we live and the genre we love and realizing that the horse I rode in on got put out to pasture,” McBryde explained. “Instead of us saying, ‘Work ethic’s out the window, stick-to-it code’s pretty much dead and idealism is gone,’ it was easier to say that by saying there is no wild out west. That’s all gone.”

Next week, McBryde will head to Las Vegas where she will join 23-time Women’s Professional Rodeo Association World Champion Roper Jackie Crawford for a Q&A session at Ariat’s Las Vegas brand shop on Thursday, Dec. 12, followed by an acoustic performance. Additional details available HERE.
 
On Friday, Dec. 13, she will perform with Cody Johnson at MGM Grand Garden Arena before joining him for his Leather Deluxe Tour in 2025 among festival dates at Stagecoach, Country Thunder Arizona, Country Thunder Florida, Country Thunder Wisconsin and more. For tickets and additional information, visit AshleyMcBryde.com.
 
Ashley McBryde Tour Dates
 
Jan. 16             State Theatre of Ithaca // Ithaca, NY
Jan. 23             Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts // Bloomington, IL
Jan. 30             Long Center for the Performing Arts // Lafayette, IN
Feb. 20            Capitol Theatre // Wheeling, WV
April 12           Country Thunder Arizona // Florence, AZ
April 26           Stagecoach Festival // Indio, CA                
May 4              Country Thunder Florida // Kissimmee, FL
June 26            Country Stampede // Topeka, KS
July 18            Country Thunder Wisconsin // Twin Lakes, WI
July 25            Night In The Country Music Festival // Yerington, NV
Aug. 2             Big Valley Jamboree
Aug. 7             WE Fest // Detroit Lakes, MN
Aug. 15           Country Thunder Alberta // Calgary, AB
 
Ashley McBryde Tour Dates with Cody Johnson
 
Dec. 13            MGM Grand Garden Arena // Las Vegas, NV
Jan. 17             Prudential Center // Newark, NJ
Jan. 18             John Paul Jones Arena // Charlottesville, VA
Jan. 24             Enterprise Center // St. Louis, MO
Jan. 25             Vibrant Arena at the Mark // Moline, IL
Jan. 31             Fiserv Forum // Milwaukee, WI
Feb. 1              Ford Center // Evansville, IN
Feb. 15            Bridgestone Arena // Nashville, TN
Feb. 21            Keybank Center // Buffalo, NY
Feb. 22            Heritage Bank Center // Cincinnati, OH
May 2              PNC Music Pavilion // Charlotte, NC
May 3              Credit One Stadium // Charleston, SC
 
About Ashley McBryde
GRAMMY, CMA and ACM award winner Ashley McBryde cut her teeth playing country songs in biker bars – and it shows. The Grand Ole Opry member’s 2018 major label debut Girl Going Nowhere (Warner Music Nashville) charmed The New York Times, NPR, Rolling Stone, Paste, The Washington Post and more, all en route to landing a GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album. McBryde closed out 2019 with ACM New Female Artist, CMT Breakout Artist, a New Artist of the Year win at the 53rd Annual CMA Awards and two nominations for the 2020 GRAMMYs for Best Country Song and Best Country Solo Performance for “Girl Goin’ Nowhere.” Follow-up Never Will was tagged by Rolling Stone as one of the most anticipated of the year alongside NPR, who also ranked her Top 10 RIAA Platinum-Certified single “One Night Standards” as one of the best songs of 2019. The album earned McBryde a 2021 GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album, making Never Will the only album nominated for Country Album of the Year by the ACMs, CMAs and the Recording Academy in the same award season. Her GRAMMY-winning duet with Carly Pearce, “Never Wanted To Be That Girl,” went all the way to No. 1 and earned McBryde and Pearce the ACM and CMA award for Musical Event of the Year. McBryde was honored with the 2022 CMA International Artist Achievement Award for the most significant creative growth, development and promotion of the country music industry outside of the United States. Her collaborative project Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville earned McBryde her third consecutive GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album, making her a six-time nominee. Her latest album The Devil I Know was released to critical acclaim, earning a title as one of the best country albums of the year from Rolling Stone, Billboard, Slate, PASTE, Holler and more, with McBryde currently nominated for CMA Female Vocalist of the Year, marking her fifth nod in the category. Hailed as “country’s most down-to-earth songwriter” by The New York Times, McBryde offers poetic nostalgia with “Ain’t Enough Cowboy Songs,” available now. The Arkansas native joins Cody Johnson’s Leather Deluxe Tour through spring 2025 among festival performances at Country Thunder Arizona, Stagecoach and WE Fest. For more information, visit Ashley McBryde.com or follow her on Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok and YouTube.

LYLVC Share New Song "XXX" — Watch + Listen

Alt band LYLVC (pronounced "Lilac") have returned with one of the most tempting rock songs they've ever crafted with "XXX." 

Dual-vocalists Alyse Zavala and Oscar Romero are showcasing their best, most complimentary give-and-take of their careers, producing some of the most melodic hooks and heavy-hitting surprises they've released so far. 

Watch the lyric video and listen to the track below.

On their explicitly titled, "XXX," Zavala offers, "I think this song is soooo sexy... I wanted to write the lyrics from the perspective of a woman who is so powerful that she feeds off of the sexual energy of all her followers. The sex is so good that it messes with their head and they won't realize it until it is way too late and they are too addicted to leave. I purposely made the chorus into a chant so that everyone can feed off the energy and feel the air in the room tighten together. This winter release is about to get HOT!! XOXO."

For a high-energy show that is only matched by the band's flair for technological expertise in visuals, you can catch LYLVC on the road this December in the U.S. with A Killer's Confession and Gemini Syndrome's Aaron Nordstrom. The band will also serve as the special guest on the epic Life of Agony x Biohazard co-headline tour of Europe in February and March. All dates are below.

As Zavala is a professional hacker, her dedication to utilizing every tool at her disposal to create an unforgettable live performance, creates a supremely futuristic atmosphere that is truly something to behold. 

Don't say we didn’t warn you — LYLVC are out to prove that hard work translates into perfected results. Strategic, charismatic, and multi-talented, the members of LYLVC simply have a bit more to offer than the average rock artist.

LYLVC ON TOUR:
WITH A KILLER'S CONFESSION + GEMINI SYNDROME'S AARON NORDSTROM:
12/6 — Baltimore, MD — Zen West
12/7 — Jacksonville, NC — Hooligans Live Music Hall
12/8 — Greensboro, NC — Hangar 1819
12/10 — Knoxville, TN — Open Chord Music
12/11 — Atlanta, GA — Altar At the Masquerade
12/13 — Tampa, FL — Orpheum
12/15 — Ft. Wayne, IN — Piere's 
12/17 — Bloomington, IL — The Castle Theatre
12/18 — Grand Rapids, MI — Stache at the Intersection
12/19 — Joliet, IL — The Forge
12/20 — Flint, MI — The Machine Shop
12/21 — Columbus, OH — The King of Clubs
12/22 — Lakewood, OH — Mercury Music Lounge

Check out LYLVC's previously released tracks including, "Into Nothing," "Perfect Drug," "Undertow," and "Crawl Space." And ICYMI: See Zavala kill it as a contestant on FOX's Don't Forget The Lyrics!

ABOUT LYLVC:
LYLVC (pronounced "lilac") is a band based out of Raleigh, NC that incorporates a male rapper and a female singer, and fuses rock, hip-hop, and alternative into a fluid and fiery hybrid of styles that is unpredictable as well as undeniable. In 2024, LYLVC completed U.S. tours with Pop Evil, Fame on Fire, Atreyu, and Point North, and plans to tour with A Killer's Confession and Aaron Nordstrom of Gemini Syndrome this December 2024. LYLVC have developed an insanely energetic show reputation, touring and sharing stages with other acts such as New Years Day, Saint Asonia, P.O.D, From Ashes to New, Fire From the Gods, and more. Their upcoming single "XXX" was recorded at Howard Benson's West Valley Studios with Mike Plotnikoff and Joe Rickard who have produced artists such as Three Days Grace, My Chemical Romance, Seether, Halestorm, Papa Roach, etc.  LYLVC also just finished writing and recording new music with Producer Kane Churko who has written many Rock hits for the bands In This Moment, Bad Omens, Five Finger Death Punch, etc. and plans to release this new music soon in 2025 with more upcoming tour announcements.

BEYOND THE GATES 2025 Unveils Day + Night Shift Lineup

BEYOND THE GATES 2025 FESTIVAL PASSES + TICKETS

Beyond the Gates Festival 2025 is now unveiling the lineups for the day and night shift performances for next year's edition! Absu (featuring Zemila) will be performing a special 30th anniversary set of 1995's seminal album, 'The Sun Of Tiphareth!' In addition, the newly added bands include Darkened Nocturne Slaughtercult, Koldbrann, Furia, Eternal Evil, Askeregn, Morax, and Nihilvm.

The four-day extravaganza will once again take place in Bergen (NO) from July 30 - August 2, across several venues, including USF and the iconic Grieghallen, where many of Norway's seminal black metal artists recorded their legacy records.

The current lineup is now as follows, with more TBA:

Beyond the Gates 2025 Lineup:

King Diamond (First Norwegian show in 19 years!)

Abbath Doom Occulta (Immortal set)

Triptykon (performing Celtic Frost)

I Am Morbid

Destruction ('Infernal Overkil'l 40 years)

Hellbutcher

Hellripper

Dark Sonority

+ more TBA!

Day + Night Shift: Absu (ft. Zemial, 30th anniversary of 'The Sun Of Tiphareth'

Darkened Nocturne Slaughtercult

Koldbrann

Furia

Eternal Evil

Askeregn

Morax

Nihilvm

Tickets are now available HERE.

BLEED FROM WITHIN - Announce New Album "Zenith" + Release Video For New Single, 'In Place Of Your Halo'

Metal powerhouse BLEED FROM WITHIN have announced their new album Zenith that is set to be released on Apri 4th via Nuclear Blast Records. Alongside the announcement, the band have revealed the video for their new single 'In Place Of Your Halo', a thunderous shot of modern metal fury that pays homage to their native Scotland with a bagpipe-backed refrain for the ages.

On the news of their new album the band comment:

"In Place Of Your Halo marks the beginning of the next chapter for Bleed From Within. It is an anthem for those that feel like life has passed them by, or those that have been held back by their own limitations. We are killing the older version of ourselves in order to grow. This develops our resilience, a topic that underpins this band's journey and most of what we shout about. We've not had it easy, but neither has anyone else. This song is for all of us.
 
Through this growth, we come closer to our potential, our Zenith - the title of our 7th studio album. This is a body of work that we are so immensely proud of and look forward to sharing more of over the coming months. We couldn't think of a more fitting introduction to our next steps as a band than a breakdown with some bagpipes over it. Plenty more new music to follow. Enjoy."

Pre-order and pre-save Zenith now at: 
https://bleedfromwithin.bfan.link/zenith.ema

Be the first to hear 'In Place Of Your Halo' live as BLEED FROM WITHIN join SLIPKNOT's 'Here Comes The Pain' Europe and UK tour from tomorrow. You can also catch the band across North America in 2025 supporting BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE and TRIVIUM on 'The Poisoned Ascendancy' tour before they return to the UK and Europe for 'The Zenith Tour' where they'll be joined by AFTER THE BURIAL and GREAT AMERICAN GHOST.

THE POISONED ASCENDANCY NORTH AMERICAN TOUR 2025
supporting BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE and TRIVIUM

19.04.25 - MO, Chesterfield - The Factory
20.04.25 - NE, Omaha - Steelhouse
22.04.25 - WI, Green Bay - Epic Event Center
23.04.25 - MI, Grand Rapids - GLC Live At 20 Monroe
26.04.25 - IL, Chicago - Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
27.04.25 - MI, Detroit - The Fillmore
29.04.25 - PA, Pittsburgh - Stage AE
30.04.25 - PA, Philadelphia - The Fillmore
02.05.25 - MA, Boston - MCM Music Hall At Fenway
03.05.25 - QC, Laval - Place Bell
04.05.25 - ON, Toronto - Great Canadian Resort Theatre
06.05.25 - DC, Washington - The Anthem
07.05.25 - NY, New York - The Rooftop At Pier 17
09.05.25 - PA, Bethlehem - Wind Creek Event Center
11.05.25 - TN, Nashville - The Pinnacle
13.05.25 - KY, Corbin - Corbin Arena
14.05.25 - GA, Atlanta - Coca-Cola Roxy Theatre
17.05.25 - NC, Charlotte - Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
18.05.25 - NC, Raleigh - Red Hat Amphitheater

Tickets for all dates are available now at bleedfromwithin.com

AUSTIN MEADE Announces 'Homesick for the Holidays' EP

Texan rocker AUSTIN MEADE brings some festive flavor with 'Homesick for the Holidays,' available for streaming now! MEADE drops his Americana spice on this merry EP with two beloved Christmas classics: Merle Haggard's "If We Make it Through December" and Wham!'s "Last Christmas."

About the EP, MEADE comments:

"Can’t believe we finally did it! 'Homesick For The Holidays' is my own take on 'Last Christmas' (Wham!) and 'If We Make It Through December' (Merle Haggard). You’ll get a taste of my own childhood nostalgia. Cheers to hoping it brings back some of your favorite Christmas memories."

Wrapping this package with a bow, MEADE and friends are hitting the road for the Meade-E-Oak’r Christmas Vacation Tour! Joined by David WIllie, Sam Canty, and Lance Vanley, dates begin December 15th in Corpus Christi, TX and tickets for all dates are on sale HERE! A complete list of dates is below.

Stream / Listen to 'Homesick for the Holidays' HERE

PALEFACE SWISS Unveil New Single & Music Video “LOVE BURNS”

Switzerland’s Paleface Swiss continue their unrelenting march towards the release of their third album, ‘Cursed,’ with the unveiling of their brand-new single, “Love Burns.” Following the intensity of previous tracks “Hatred”, which was recently included in Loudwire’s coveted ‘Best Rock & Metal Songs of 2024’ list and nominated for “Angriest Song of The Year” in Nik Nocturnal’s popular annual awards and “My Blood On Your Hands,” also nominated in Nik Nocturnal Awards 2024 for ‘Best Animal Noise, this latest offering delves deeper into the band’s evolving artistry, balancing their signature heaviness with an emotionally charged narrative. Fans can watch the official music video below and can stream the track on their platform of choice HERE .

“Love Burns” picks up where “My Blood On Your Hands” left off, unfolding a fictional tale of love turned destructive. Opening with the chaotic brutality that fans have come to expect, the track crescendos into a hauntingly melodic conclusion, a move that highlights the band’s growth and willingness to push boundaries. Each track on the band's upcoming album is represented by a different flower, features on the album artwork. “Love Burns” is represented by the Cyclamen—a bloom associated with parting, resignation and saying goodbye.Frontman Marc “Zelli” Zellweger explains,

“‘Love Burns’ is a combination of the old and new, and it’s a song I’m immensely proud of. The story I want to tell is something everyone can relate to. The concept of the album, in which each flower represents an emotion and a track, makes it all the more cohesive for me.”

The band's upcoming third full-length, ‘Cursed’ is a masterclass in modern brutality and encapsulates two years of creative exploration and raw personal experiences for the Paleface Swiss members. The band retreated to the seclusion of the Canary Islands to craft this sonic juggernaut. Collaborating with Ron Steven Deris at Misueno Studios and with long-time collaborator Florent Salfati (Landmvrks) helping to add the finishing touches, their work culminated in an album that marries the band’s signature heaviness with intricate conceptual storytelling. The first single from the album, “Hatred”, was released in September, delivering the perfect blend of bombastic nu-core swagger, incendiary rapid fire vocals, thrash-inspired guitar solos and the pummeling rhythmic section the band have become globally renowned for. Since release, ‘Hatred’ has hit 877k streams on Spotify alone, with the accompanying music video hitting 250k views.  

The release of “Love Burns” comes as Paleface Swiss prepare for their most ambitious touring schedule yet. Their European and UK headline tour kicks off on January 30th, 2025, in their hometown of Zurich, Switzerland, with support from The Acacia Strain and Desolated. Following 27 dates across Europe and the UK, the band will bring their monstrous sound to North America, beginning March 20th in Detroit, MI. Featuring Stick To Your Guns and Nasty, the 30-date US run will hit major cities including New York, Los Angeles, and Toronto. Tickets and full routing can be found HERE

The band are also running a one-of-a-kind Golden Ticket initiative for fans. Those who pre-order the special box set on the official website will have a chance to find the coveted Golden Ticket, hidden within one lucky box. This golden ticket will grant the winner and a guest an unforgettable experience at the band’s album release show in their home-town of Zurich. Head to the band's website for more information www.palefaceswiss.com

The lucky Golden Ticket Winner will receive

- Round-trip airfare for two to Zurich, Switzerland  

- One night’s accommodation at a comfortable hotel  

- An exclusive Meet & Greet with the band 

ABOUT PALEFACE SWISS

Since the release of their first album, 'Chapter 3: The Last Selection', independent outfit, PALEFACE SWISS have gained international recognition throughout the Deathcore and Beatdown Community. Known for their huge, aggressive riffs, brutally bombastic rhythm section, frontman, Zelli's outstanding vocals and a pinch of humor. This is Switzerland’s finest heavy music. Across their catalog, the band have gained 110 million streams, 21 million YouTube views on their own channel, and recently peaked at 1 million Spotify monthly listeners.

‘Chapter 3: The Last Selection’ was released on October 30th 2020, spawning four huge tracks “Curse Us”, “The Rats”, "Lights Out" and “Skalpell” which quickly ranked high in the beatdown/hardcore charts and saw the band become cover stars on Spotify’s Heavy Beatdown playlist.

In 2022 the band released their second full-length album 'Fear & Dagger'. The album was widely considered a huge step up for the band as plaudits began to roll in for frontman Zelli's vocal ability and the band's unflinching commitment to never shy away from brutally heavy riffs, face-melting technically insane guitar solos, punishing beatdowns or from facing difficult, emotional topics head on. Metal Injectionaccurately summed it up in their review by saying, "It's fun to get caught up in Paleface's unrelenting instrumentals, but Zelli's really the star of Paleface. This is largely because he treats his screams like rap bars." New Transcendence stating "Paleface have created one of the most emotionally relevant and intriguing beatdown releases to date" and Wall of Sound calling it "an unashamedly brutal and angry album".

The album shot the band into the upper echelons of the "New Wave Of Deathcore" and spawned singles "The Orphan", "Deathtouch", "Dead Man's Diary" feat. LANDMVRKS frontman Florent Salfati and fan favourite and stylistic curveball, "My Grave / Lay with Me". The album focused on more mature and critical topics related to the fears and struggles young people have to contend with in the 21st century, most importantly, the topic of mental health.

The ensuing 2 years saw the band's popularity sky-rocket. Honing their craft in the live arena, the band rapidly jumped from strength to strength, creating what is now one of the most thrilling and impactful live shows in modern metal. Their ability to win over any crowd, wether it be their own headline shows, touring the US with the likes of Body Snatcher or The Ghost Inside, touring the UK with the likes of Counterparts and Kublai Khan or at globally renowned festivals such as Sick New World, Hellfest Open Air, Summer Breeze, Cabaret Vert, Dynamo Metal Festival and more, one thing is for sure, Paleface Swiss will turn an audience into fans by the time they're done at every show they play.

To support their largely sold-out touring efforts, the band released a series of stand alone singles, "Best: Before Death" - now a staple and firm fan favourite in their live set list, "Please End Me" and "The Gallow".

Now, with the impending release of their third full-length album, 'Cursed', Paleface Swiss are set to write the next chapter or their incredible, epic journey as they reveal their most thematically and sonically ambitious album to date. Never pulling punches when it comes to heaviness, technicality or emotional vulnerability, Paleface Swiss are rewriting the rulebook on what it means to be an extreme metal band.

PALEFACE SWISS Are: 

Vox: Marc “Zelli” Zellweger

Guitar: Yannick Lehmann

Bass: Tommy-Lee Abt

Drums: Cassiano 'Cassi' Toma



Find Paleface Online 

www.palefaceswiss.com

Slomosa announces North American Tour with Helmet

Norwegian rock band, Slomosa , will support Helmet on the North American leg of their 'BETTY 30th ANNIVERSARY TOUR', along with War on Women. 

The 25-city tour, which kicks off on February 19, 2025 in Ft. Worth, TX and wraps on March 23 in Washington, DC, will see Helmet performing the iconic “Betty” album in its entirety alongside favorites from the band's extensive catalog. 

Slomosa  continues to tour in support of its new album, 'Tundra Rock', released this past September.

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Slomosa 's new LP, 'Tundra Rock' has been hailed as "a sweeping signature hybrid of revved-up stoner rock riffage, grungy hooks, and a concentrated punk wallop". Boasting a brazen backbone of groove-bitten punch and silken melodic hooks heavily inspired by the Palm Desert music scene, Slomosa showcases a hibernating sound that has been reawakened for a new generation.

Since the release of its self-titled debut album in 2020, SLOMOSA  has performed upwards of 250 shows and high-profile festival appearances in over twenty countries alongside bands such as High on Fire, Alkaline Trio, Graveyard, Elder, Ufomammut, and Witch; its explosive live performances have earned the band an enthusiastic global fanbase. SLOMOSA 's music has even captured the attention of rock greats like Tool guitarist Adam Jones, who shared his enthusiasm for the band on his social media, and Kyuss legends Brant Bjork and Nick Oliveri, who expressed their love for SLOMOSA 's sound. 

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LAINEY WILSON SHINES AT DALLAS COWBOYS’ THANKSGIVING HALFTIME SHOW

Grammy, CMA and ACM Award-winning singer and songwriter Lainey Wilson took the stage at the Dallas Cowboys’ Thanksgiving Halftime Show as part of the Salvation Army’s 134th Red Kettle Kickoff Campaign. During her performance, Wilson performed a medley of her hits, including her current radio single, “4x4xU.” She also surprised fans by bringing out fellow artist and friend Jelly Roll to perform their chart-topping collaboration, “Save Me.” Watch the full performance HERE.

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In the spirit of giving this holiday season, Wilson’s own charity, the Heart Like A Truck Fund is launching the Heart Like A Truck Fund Week of Giving, to make donations to various organizations throughout the week in honor of Giving Tuesday. Each day, Wilson will spotlight a different organization to raise awareness and contribute to their cause. The week kicks off today with a donation to the Salvation Army, followed by a contribution to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital on Wednesday. Later in the week, Lainey will support organizations chosen by her fans resulting in Wilson’s Heart Like a Truck Fund committing to donate over $70,000 throughout the initiative. For more information and to make a donation, visit www.laineywilson.com/hlat.

Adding to Wilson’s triumphant year, she recently took home two awards at the 58th Annual CMA Awards:Female Vocalist of the Year and Music Video of the Year (“Wildflowers and Wild Horses”). Wilson also made her hosting debut alongside Peyton Manning and Luke Bryan in addition to performing “4x4xU,” and “Amarillo by Morning” as part of the George Strait Lifetime Achievement tribute during the live show. Wilson’s live version of “4x4xU” is now available on all streaming platforms. Listen/share HERE.

Wilson is nominated for Best Country Album for her album Whirlwind at the upcoming 67th Annual Grammy Awards. Produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Jay Joyce (Miranda Lambert, Eric Church), Whirlwindwas released via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville this past summer and earned Wilson her best sales week ever as the record debuted at #8 on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart—her first top 10 entry. Stream/purchase HERE.

The album adds to an already monumental career for Wilson, who, in just the past year, was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry, won Best Country Album at the 2024 Grammy Awards, three awards at the 59th annual ACM Awards and five awards at the 57th annual CMA Awards (being named Entertainer of the Year at both the ACMs and CMAs). Wilson received two awards at the ACM Honors: the prestigious Triple Crown Award—presented to those who have won ACM Entertainer of the Year, Female/Male Vocalist of the Year and New Female/Male Vocalist of the Year—and the Milestone Award, which is given to an artist who has had an unprecedented or outstanding year in country music. Moreover, Wilson wrote and recorded “Out of Oklahoma,” which was featured in the new Twisters movie.

Wilson recently wrapped up her wildly successful “Country’s Cool Again” tour across the U.S. She has a few more shows lined up to close out the year, including a performance at the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. In March, she’ll head to Europe for the C2C Festival with performances in Zurich, Copenhagen, London, Glasgow and more. See below for the complete tour itinerary, full details can be found at www.laineywilson.com/tour.

LAINEY WILSON CONFIRMED TOUR DATES
December 14—Las Vegas, NV—MGM Grand Arena
January 18­—Cancun, MX—Crash My Playa
March 4—Zurich, CH—X-TRA
March 6—Antwerp, BE—De Roma
March 8—Rotterdam, NL—Rotterdam Ahoy
March 9—Berlin, DE—Uber Eats Music Hall
March 12—Copenhagen, DK—Vega Main
March 14—London, UK—O2 Arena
March 15—Belfast, N. Ireland—SSE Arena
March 16—Glasgow, Scotland—The SSE Hydro
March 18—Kingston upon Thames, UK—Banquet Records
March 19—Paris, FR—Elysée Montmartre
May 30—Panama City Beach, FL—Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam
June 6—Myrtle Beach, SC—Carolina Country Music Fest
June 20—Wildwood, NJ—Barefoot Country Music Fest
June 26—Milwaukee, WI—Summerfest
June 27—Cadott, WI—Country Fest
July 12—Cavendish, PEI—Cavendish Beach Music Festival

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Poison the Well Announce 25th Anniversary Tour

Metalcore icons POISON THE WELL released the definitive album The Opposite of December... A Season of Separation in December 1999 and it went on to become a benchmark of the genre that has inspired a generation of bands. The album was chosen as one of the "15 '90s Metalcore Albums That Still Resonate Today" by Brooklyn Vegan; as one of the "21 Best U.S. Metalcore Albums of All Time" by Kerrang!; as one of the "25 Best Metalcore Albums of All Time" by Loudwire; and as one of the "Top 60 Best Hard Rock Albums of All Time" by Revolver.

Its influence is indisputable.

Today, the band announced that it will embark on a 25th anniversary tour celebrating the album this spring.

PTW will be be playing the beloved album in full every night, making it show not to be missed.

Glassjaw, Better Lovers, and Teenage Wrist will serve as support. The tour kicks off on April 4 in Los Angeles and runs through April 29 in Toronto. All dates are below. Get tickets here.

 POISON THE WELL ON TOUR:
WITH GLASSJAW, BETTER LOVERS, + TEENAGE WRIST:
4/4 — Los Angeles, CA — The Palladium 
4/5 — San Francisco, CA — The Warfield
4/7 — Portland, OR — Roseland Theater*
4/9 — Seattle, WA — Showbox SoDo*
4/11 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Depot*
4/12 — Denver, CO — The Summit* 
4/15 — Dallas, TX — The Factory
4/16 — Austin, TX — Stubb's Waller Creek Amphitheater
4/18 — Atlanta, GA — The Eastern
4/19 — Orlando, FL — The Beacham* 
4/21 — Nashville, TN — Brooklyn Bowl*
4/22 — Chicago, IL — The Salt Shed
4/23 — Detroit, MI —  Royal Oak Music Theatre
4/25 — Philadelphia, PA — Franklin Music Hall
4/26 — Boston, MA — Roadrunner
4/27 — Brooklyn, NY — Brooklyn Paramount
4/29 — Toronto, ON — Danforth Music Hall*+
*NO GLASSJAW
+NO TEENAGE WRIST

"For me, The Opposite of December... represents everything I absorbed as a teenager: the shows, the music, the raw energy of hardcore and punk. I never imagined that record would still resonate 25 years later. Seeing people continue to connect with it inspires me every day, and I'm so grateful for the opportunities this band has given me," says singer Jeff Moreira. "This upcoming tour is so much more than just a series of shows. It's a celebration of that record, its impact, and the journey we've shared together. We've worked hard to make it special in every way — from the lineup, featuring Glassjaw, Better Lovers, and Teenage Wrist, to the merch, the setlist, and the production. It's all about honoring The Opposite of December... and the listeners who've supported us through the years."

He finishes, "For this to be our first tour in 15 years feels unreal. I can't wait to celebrate with everyone in April. Open the door for your friend."

“Wetzel’s Wonderland Chapter 2” New 7-Song Holiday Collection Arrives Friday

Following last year’s festive Wetzel’s Wonderland, genre-defying artist Koe Wetzel returns with Koe Wetzel Presents... Wetzel’s Wonderland Chapter 2 set for release this Friday, December 6. The new installment, packed with Wetzel’s bold takes on holiday classics, is available to presave now via WetzelsWonderland.com.
 
Building on its predecessor, Wetzel’s Wonderland Chapter 2 features fresh renditions of holiday staples, including a spoken-word “‘Twas The Night Before Christmas” intro plus “Run Run Rudolph,” “Merry Christmas Baby” and “Silver Bells,” blending nostalgia with a modern edge. The initial installment featured Wetzel’s rock-infused covers of classics “Please Come Home for Christmas,” “Blue Christmas” and “I’ll Be Home For Christmas,” earning rave reviews from fans and critics alike. 
 
Country Central described the project as “a festive twist on Koe’s signature style,” while Country Now applauded his “unconventional energy that resonates across genres.” This year’s sequel takes the tradition further, delivering an eclectic mix of holiday favorites infused with Wetzel’s raw sound and heartfelt delivery. 
 
“I fucking love Christmas,” he declares. “It is always a big deal in the Wetzel household, and we wanted to put our own spin on some more holiday classics for you. Ho Ho Ho from Uncle Koe!”
 
Fans eager to celebrate the holidays in person can also catch two special Wetzel’s Wonderland Live shows in Texas: December 27 at Austin’s Moody Center and December 28 at Fort Worth’s Dickies Arena. Limited tickets remain via KoeWetzelMusic.com.
 
In the midst of offering fans a new soundtrack for the season, Wetzel continues to dominate the charts with his latest single, “High Road,” featuring Jessie Murph. The lead single from his critically acclaimed album 9 Lives, is quickly climbing the Top 10 as his Country radio debut while also impacting at Top 40 and Hot AC, further cementing his reputation as a boundary-pushing artist who thrives across genres.
 
For more information, visit KoeWetzelMusic.com and follow on Instagram and Facebook @KoeWetzelMusic, TikTok @Koe_Wetzel and Twitter/X @KoeWetzel. 

About Koe Wetzel
Koe Wetzel never met a genre wall he couldn’t tear down: The Texas singer-songwriter has earned a rabid audience for his songs that mix country, rock, hip-hop, and even Nineties grunge. His 2016 album Noise Complaint endeared him to fans with its no- holds-barred lyrics about drunken nights, broken hearts and stints in jail, and included the Gold-certified hits “Love” (feat. Parker McCollum), “Something to Talk About” and the infamous “February 28, 2016.” Wetzel’s 2020 major label debut, Sellout, only furthered his legend with the Platinum-certified “Drunk Driving” and “Good Die Young” plus the Gold-certified “Kuntry & Wistern.” The 2022 follow-up, Hell Paso, hit No. 3 on Billboard’s Country Albums and spawned hits on both the country and rock charts, including the Gold-certified “Creeps” and “Cabo.” To date, Wetzel has 3.4 billion total streams and has created a genuine experience with his live concerts, which he describes as “total chaos.” In 2023 alone, he sold more than 275,000 tickets, and appeared for a third time on POLLSTAR’s Top Worldwide Tours. Wetzel played prominent festival sets this summer and opened for Morgan Wallen on the superstar’s One Night at a Time Stadium Tour in Texas, while also headlining his own recently-wrapped Damn Near Normal World Tour. His new album, 9 Lives (Columbia), is available everywhere now as Platinum-certified lead single “High Road” with Jessie Murph arrives as his debut Country radio single while also climbing both the Hot AC and Top 40 charts.