Modern Thrash Unit WARBRINGER Announce 2025 North American Co-Headline Tour With Allegaeon

Modern thrash titans WARBRINGER recently announced their highly anticipated new album, Wrath And Ruin, out March 14, 2025 via Napalm Records, with the release of cataclysmic single "A Better World." Today, the band returns to sound the beacon, announcing their upcoming North American co-headline tour with death metal stalwarts Allegaeon. Featuring support from Skeletal Remains and Summoning The Lich, "The Vortex of Violence Tour" kicks off March 18 in San Diego, CA, pillaging through several major cities including Montreal, QC, Toronto, ON, Chicago, IL and Denver, CO before concluding the campaign of carnage in Los Angeles, CA on April 12. 

About the tour, frontman Jon Kevill says:

"We are announcing our first run of 2025, where we will be raining down Wrath and Ruin across the USA and Canada! We will be joined by a full arsenal of vicious brutality with Allegaeon, Skeletal Remains, and Summoning the Lich providing fire support. We will be playing new songs as well as old live favorites, and we will be going all gas no brakes every night, as you've come to expect. Get down to the show, mosh like there's no tomorrow, and enter the Vortex of Violence!"

Tickets go on sale this Friday, January 17 at 9AM PST/12PM EST. For more information, visit the band's official website. Make sure to grab your tickets before they're gone, and pick up your copy of Wrath And Ruin now!

See below for a complete list of dates.

WABRINGER ON TOUR:
“The Vortex Of Violence” North American Co-Headline Tour w/Allegaeon
Support from Skeletal Remains + Summoning The Lich

3/18 — San Diego, CA — Brick by Brick
3/19 — Phoenix, AZ — Last Exit Live
3/20 — Albuquerque, NM — Launchpad
3/21 — Oklahoma City, OK — 89th Street Collective
3/22 — Haltom City, TX — Haltom Theater
3/23 — Austin, TX — Come and Take it Live
3/24 — Corpus Christi, TX — House of Rock
3/26 — Orlando, FL — Conduit
3/27 — Jacksonville, NC — Hooligan's
3/28 — Bensalem, PA — Broken Goblet
3/29 — Brooklyn, NY — Woodshop
3/30 — Montreal, QC — Foufounes Electriques
3/31 — Toronto, ON — The Garrison
4/1 — Detroit, MI — The Sanctuary
4/2 — Chicago, IL — Reggies
4/3 — Lawrence, KS — The Bottleneck
4/4 — Lincoln, NE — Bourbon Theater
4/5 — Denver, CO — HQ
4/6 — Salt Lake City, UT — Metro Music Hall
4/8 — Seattle, WA — El Corazon
4/9 — Vancouver, BC — Rickshaw Theatre
4/10 — Portland, OR — Hawthorne Theater
4/11 — San Francisco, CA — DNA Lounge
4/12 — Los Angeles, CA — Teragram Ballroom

Check Out Lead Single "A Better World" below.

Pre-order Wrath and Ruin HERE.

WEEDEATER Touring U.S. with Napalm Death + Melvins

2025 is off to a rip-roaring start. After taking the high seas by storm last year with High on Fire, Weedeater are craving a taste of the open road. The veteran Carolina stoners are packing their pipes in preparation for a month-long roll across California, the Southwest and East Coast with Napalm Death and the Melvins.   

God luck and good speed.

Savage Imperial Death March Part II

April 4 - San Diego, CA @ Music Box [TICKETS]
April 5 - Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory [TICKETS]
April 7 - San Francisco, CA @ Great American Music Hall [TICKETS]
April 8 - San Jose, CA @ The Ritz [TICKETS]
April 10 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Belasco [TICKETS]
April 13 - Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren [TICKETS]
April 14 - Tucson, AZ @ Rialto Theatre [TICKETS]
April 15 - El Paso, TX @ Lowbrow Palace [TICKETS]
April 17 - Dallas, TX @ The Echo Lounge & Music Hall [TICKETS]
April 18 - Austin, TX @ Emo's [TICKETS]
April 19 - Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall [TICKETS]
April 20 - Baton Rouge, LA @ Chelsea's Live [TICKETS]
April 21 - New Orleans, LA @ House of Blues New Orleans [TICKETS]
April 23 - Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum [TICKETS]
April 24 - Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Culture Room [TICKETS]
April 25 - Orlando, FL @ The Beacham [TICKETS]
April 26 - Savannah, GA @ District Live [TICKETS]
April 27 - Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade – Heaven Stage [TICKETS]
April 28 - Birmingham, AL @ Saturn [TICKETS]
April 29 - Athens, GA @ 40 Watt Club [TICKETS]
May 1 - Charlotte, NC @ The Underground – Charlotte [TICKETS]
May 2 - Carrboro, NC @ Cat's Cradle [TICKETS]
May 3 - Virginia Beach, VA @ Elevation 27 [TICKETS]
May 4 - Baltimore, MD @ Soundstage [TICKETS]
May 5 - Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer [TICKETS]

9TH ANNUAL METAL HALL OF FAME GALA TO BECOME TELETHON TO HELP VICTIMS OF LOS ANGELES WILDFIRES

The 9th Annual Metal Hall of Fame Gala will now transform to a 2025 fundraising telethon to help raise money for displaced families of the recent Los Angeles County wildfires.
 

The Gala will be held January 22, 2025, at the Grand Theater, Anaheim, CA.  A Celebrity Red Carpet will take place 7:00PM, and the Telethon’s Induction Ceremony, Live Performances, and All -Star Jams will commence 8:00PM. 

Rockstars, celebrities, music executives, supercross motorcycle racing stars, and surprise guests will join forces at the Gala to help this great cause. Radio/Television Legend Eddie Trunk and entertainment personality Cathy Rankin will Host the event. Poison’s Rikki Rockett, Kill Devil Hill, former Megadeth members Chris Poland and Jeff Young, Southern California’s Alibis, and Rochester New York band Wicked will perform, along with All-Star Jams and surprise performances.

A direct live stream link to a disaster relief fund will be provided the day of the Gala, at www.facebook.com/officialmetalhalloffame. 100% of all funds raised from the livestream link will be donated to the Los Angeles County wildfire victims, to help them re-establish their lives once again. 

“The 9th Annual Metal Hall of Fame Charity Gala means more than ever, as we turn it into a fundraising/livestream event to help the victims of the of Los Angeles County wildfires," says Pat Gesualdo, President/ CEO of the Metal Hall of Fame. 

2025 METAL HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES:
 
DARRELL DIMEBAG ABBOTT (20th year memoriam, with surprise guests) 
 
RIKKI ROCKETT (Poison, Inducted by SiriusXM/Hair Nation’s Tommy London)
 
TONY MACALPINE
 
DANGEROUS TOYS
 
LIFE OF AGONY
 
KNAC RADIO
 
ALISSA WHITE-GLUZ (Arch Enemy)
 
DOYLE WOLFGANG VON FRANKENSTEIN (Misfits)  
 
CANNIBAL CORPSE
 
BURTON C. BELL (Fear Factory)  
 
JEFF YOUNG (Megadeth/ Kings of Thrash)

ALL STAR JAM / SURPRISE PERFORMANCES!!


GET TICKETS HERE TO ATTEND IN PERSON:
https://bit.ly/2025AnnualMetalHallofFame
 


For more information, please contact 973-263-0420, or info@themetalhalloffame.org 
www.metalhalloffame.org
www.dadprogram.org

About the Metal Hall of Fame:
The Metal Hall of Fame is a non profit organization, dedicated to forever enshrining the iconic musicians and music industry executives responsible for making Hard Rock and Heavy Metal music what it is today. Their contribution to the genre is invaluable, and they continue to inspire fans throughout the world, from generation to generation. 
 
Every January, industry executives and fans attend the Metal Hall of Fame Gala (The most Important Night In Hard Rock and Heavy Metal). All proceeds go to bringing free music programs to help special needs children.
 

For more information, please contact the Metal Hall of Fame at 973-263-0420, or info@themetalhalloffame.org.

EIVØR Wins USA Songwriting Competition

She's serenaded crowds from the UEFA Champions League to The Game Awards, but on her latest album, Eivør reached several new milestones. The Faroe Islands superstar performed songs off ENN to sold-out crowds from Red Rocks to Hellfest. 

Now, to kick off 2025 ahead of her upcoming North American tour, Eivør is proud to announce that she has been named a winner of the 29th USA Songwriting Competition. Her gently pulsating first single from ENN, "Jarðartrá / Dust to Dust", won the award for Best World music.    

"I am thrilled and honored for our song 'Jarðartrá (Dust To Dust)' to have won the USA Songwriting Competition in the 'World Music' category", Eivør says.  
 
"The track is a joint effort between myself and the Faroes poet Marjun Syderbø Kjelnæs - my long-time lyrical collaborator and dear friend.

I'm grateful to my dear Tróndur Bogason for co-production and arrangements on this track and to my band mates Mikael, Per, Mattias and Theodor for generously pouring your beautiful creativity into each note and each beat".

We are grateful and truly honoured to receive this prestigious award. Thank you
."

“Jarðartrá” was an especially fitting first single for ENN. Just like the extreme contrasts that define life at her home in the Faroe Islands, the song is dark yet glistening, swirling but propulsive. Eivør inhabits the perspective of a wounded mother earth, who calls to us with a steadily thumping bassline that’s as dark and warm as our planet’s molten core. “Come lie down in my blue embrace”, she sings, reaching into her operatic register, as if beckoning us toward the light.     

"When I wrote this song, I envisioned the earth in its rawest elements: oceans, volcanoes, storms, soil”,  Eivør remembers. “We all have echoes of these elements within us, but maybe we tend to forget that we are part of nature and its endless circle of decay and growth”.

ENN is now available on Season of Mist.

Order & Stream

https://orcd.co/eivorenn

Hear Eivør perform the award-winning “Jarðartrá” and other songs from her world-renowned, 25-year discography next month when she tours North America with Sylvaine. Their shows in Toronto and San Francisco are already sold out. Tickets for Seattle, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, Montreal and Silver Springs are all moving fast.  

Get tickets at eivor.com

Eivør USA & Canada Tour 2025 w/ special guest Sylvaine

February 2 - Vancouver, BC @ The Pearl [TICKETS]
February 4 - Seattle, WA @ Neptune Theatre [TICKETS] [LOW TICKETS]
February 5 - Portland, OR @ Wonder Ballroom [TICKETS]
February 7 - San Francisco, CA @ Cafe du Nord [SOLD OUT]
February 8 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Belasco [TICKETS] [LOW TICKETS]
February 11 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Music Hall [TICKETS]
February 12 - Denver, CO @ Bluebird Theater [TICKETS]
February 14 - Minneapolis, MN @ Cedar Cultural Center [TICKETS][SOLD OUT]
February 15 - Madison, WI @ Majestic [TICKETS]
February 16 - Chicago, IL @ Thalia Hall [TICKETS]
February 18 - Toronto, ON @ Great Hall [SOLD OUT]
February 19 - Montreal, QC @ Theatre Fairmount [TICKETS] [LOW TICKETS]
February 21 - Somerville, MA @ Somerville Theatre [TICKETS]
February 22 - Brooklyn, NY @ Music Hall of Williamsburg [TICKETS]
February 23 - Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore [TICKETS] [LOW TICKETS]

After independently releasing her music for many years, ENN marks Eivør’s debut for the metal label Season of Mist—and though her compositions sit outside of any one genre, she is happy to be embraced by the metal community. She identified a shared pagan sensibility in her television scores like The Last Kingdom. “I never felt I really fit into any box,” said Eivør. “I just have to do it my own way.” Recorded with her touring band in the Faroe Islands—where she now lives again, splitting time between her homeland and Denmark—Eivør called ENN “my most pleasurable and also most painful process. I felt that I was stepping into a place where I hadn’t been before, and that’s always scary because you don’t feel that you touch the ground. But it opens up your creativity and takes you to someplace new. It’s woven together all my experiences for the past 10 years, and it’s grounded me.” 

 

Recording line-up

Eivør: Vocals, Guitars

Mattias Kapnas: Piano, Rhodes and Synths 

Mikael Blak: Bass & Synths. Guitars on ‘Upp úr øskuni’ 

Per I Højgaard Petersen: Drums & Soundscaping 

Strings performed by Lýra: 

1st violin: Sigrún Harðardóttir 

2nd violin: Sigrún Kristbjörg Jónsdóttir 

Viola: Karl James Pestka 

Cello: Unnur Jónsdóttir

Choir on ‘Ein klóta': Eivør, Tróndur, Hans Mols Mortensen, Greta Svabo Beck and Fred Ruddick  

Recording studio
Studio Bloch (Faroe Islands), Hljóðritið (Iceland), Jardin Acoustique (France) and in Eivør’s portable studio in various corners of the world.   

Production, engineering and recording
Produced & arranged by Eivør and Tróndur 

Beat production by Eivør and Per I. Højgaard Petersen 

Recorded and engineered by Theodor Kapnas at Studio Bloch (Faroe Islands)  

Additional recordings and engineering by Fred Ruddick at Jardin Acoustique (France) 

Strings recorded by Guðmundur Kristinn Jónsson and Gestur Sveinsson at Hljóðriti (Iceland) 

Mixing 
Theodor Kapnas 

Mastering
Robin Schmidt at 24-96 Mastering

Creative direction
Eivør and Leif Podhajsky 

Artwork
Leif Podhajsky

​Photography
Sigga Ella 

Additional landscape photography by Alessio Mesiano 

Order & Stream: https://orcd.co/eivoruppuroskani

Management contact:
Henning Dietz at Neu Management London - henning@neumanagement.com

Booking contact:
Luc Favié at Doomstar -  luc@doomstarbookings.com

Follow Eivør:
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https://eivor.bandcamp.com/
https://www.youtube.com/eivormusic
https://twitter.com/eivormusic
https://www.tiktok.com/@eivor_music
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2dB4ya2W1Gvng8gjWSPu2H?si=U-2hxkT9RjizmDg52Q-8kA&nd=1

2 weeks left until Dyen, Parfait & Stan Christ!

NYC, ready to get RECKLESS?! The Dutch label @Recklss.rec teams up with @AGAPĒ and @6amgroup to host the biggest party yet alongside label boss @dyen, @stanchrist, @parfait and @andresgarcil Join hundreds already signed up for presale 🎟️ as we welcome RECKLESS’ North America debut, this smells like a sold out show, don’t sleep on this one 🩸

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📍 Brooklyn, Warehouse

🚪 Doors 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
🎫 Tickets available on Shotgun.live & Dice

Memphis May Fire Share "Overdose" Video

MEMPHIS MAY FIRE  Matty Mullins (vocals), Kellen McGregor (guitar), Cory Elder (bass), and Jake Garland (drums) — spent much of 2024 dropping brand new singles, each of which was more incendiary than the next. At the end of the year, they announced their new album SHAPESHIFTER, which arrives March 28 via longtime label Rise Records. Pre-order it here.

They have just shared the video for the new song "Overdose." It features a guest appliance from Blindside vocalist Christian Lindskog. Watch it below

"'Overdose' is about the intoxicating nature of extremes — how easy it is to get addicted to the highs of life, no matter the consequences," Mullins explains. "It's a song for anyone who's ever pushed boundaries too far, chased the rush, and grappled with the fallout. Christian Lindskog has always been a bucket list guest vocalist for me and it's an absolute honor to have his iconic style gracing this track." 

MMF have also announced a headline tour for Spring 2025, with support from Caskets, Wind Walkers, and Elijah. The tour kicks off April 16 in Little Rock and runs through May 17 in Atlanta. It includes appearances at several key spring festivals, such as Sonic Temple and Welcome to Rockville. All dates are below. Get tickets here

MEMPHIS MAY FIRE ON TOUR:
WITH CASKETS, WIND WALKERS, + ELIJAH:

4/16 — Little Rock, AR — The Hall
4/17 — Dallas, TX — Southside Music Hall
4/18 — Houston, TX — Warehouse Live
4/19 — San Antoni, TX — Vibes
4/21 — Mesa, AZ — Nile Theater
4/22 — Los Angeles, CA — The Belasco
4/23 — San Diego, CA — Observatory SD
4/24 — Rosefield, CA — Goldfields
4/27 — Portland, OR — Hawthorne Theatre
4/29 — Billings, MT — Pub Station
4/30 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Complex
5/1 — Dener, CO — Summit
5/3 — Columbia, MO — The Blue Note
5/4 — Minneapolis, MN — Varsity Theater
5/5 — Joliet, IL — The Forge
5/6 — Grand Rapids, MI — Elevation
5/8 — Columbus, OH — Sonic Temple*
5/9 — Brooklyn, NY — Brooklyn Monarch
5/10 — Worcester, MA — Palladium
5/11 — Philadelphia, PA — Union Transfer
5/13 — Baltimore, MD — Soundstage
5/14 — Charlotte, NC — The Underground 
5/15 — Nashville, TN — Brooklyn Bowl
5/17 — Atlanta, GA — Center Stage
5/18 — Daytona, FL — Welcome to Rockville*

SOM Share Video For New Single "Nightmares" — WATCH // Announce Spring Tour With Earthside

SOM have shared the video for new single "Nightmares," taken from their forthcoming third full-length album Let The Light In, on March 14 through Berlin's Pelagic Records.

With a unique sound dubbed "Doom Pop" by Metal Injection, SOM's dreamy shoegaze roots are on display across Let The Light In but there is heft at its core that is bracing and ferocious. If the band's debut album The Fall explored hitting rock bottom and sophomore release The Shape of Everything grappled with the ever-darkening world around us, Let The Light In sees SOM turn their sights inward, towards our most primal impulses: Seeking solace and reconciliation from the vibrancy within ourselves and the people we hold close. 

Adversity became the catalyst for change when, due to unforeseen circumstances, the band's founding drummer left midway through the album's writing and recording process. SOM took the remainder of 2023 to reshape and refocus, eventually re-recording most of the album in a new configuration that allowed them to paint in even broader sonic strokes. The result is a raw but richly melodic album unafraid to travel through the depths of human emotion, ultimately guiding us towards growth and enlightenment.

Latest single "Nightmares" is one of their heaviest compositions to date. An exhilarating collision of uplifting vocal melodies, triumphant reverb-soaked guitar work and the snarling, bass-heavy bite of a metal breakdown, "Nightmares" bears evidence of challenge and change, showing a newly reconfigured SOM reveling in their "doom pop' dichotomy. Taken from their imminent album, the new track arrives alongside an epic video within a hauntingly glitched-out post-apocalyptic fever dream directed by Joel Villegas (Poison The Well, Holy Fawn, Glassing).

Since 2019, SOM have toured extensively across North America, Europe and the UK alongside acts including Katatonia, Solstafir, Slow Crush, and many more. This relentless live commitment across 21 countries, coupled with 2023's introspective restructuring, has profoundly altered their creative approach. 

As they began working on this new material, the members of SOM found themselves in a fresh headspace, armed with a newfound, hard-earned maturity. Let The Light In is SOM's testament to resilience and evolution. Born from challenge and change, the album pulses with confidence and catharsis, imploring the listener and the band themselves to traverse the darkness and find the light.

Let The Light In is released on the March 14.

"Nightmares" is out now

SOM ON TOUR
WITH EARTHSIDE

2/21 — Boston, MA — Middle East
2/22 — Montreal, QC — Bar le Ritz
2/23 — Toronto, ON — Drake Underground
2/25 — Detroit, MI — Sanctuary
2/26 — Cleveland, OH — The Foundry
2/27 — Chicago, IL — Beat Kitchen 
3/1 — Nashville, TN — The End
3/2 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade
3/5 — Orlando, FL — Conduit
3/7 — Baltimore, MD — Metro Gallery
3/8 — Brooklyn, NY — The Meadows

Tickets are available here. 

OBSCURA - Release Video For New Single 'Evenfall'

Following the success of their first single 'Silver Linings', German metal act OBSCURA return with their second single, 'Evenfall', from the highly anticipated album A Sonication, set to release on February 7, 2025, via Nuclear Blast Records.

This standout track showcases OBSCURA’s ongoing evolution, masterfully blending their signature technical prowess with a more melodic approach. The result is a fresh yet unmistakably OBSCURA sound that promises to both surprise longtime fans and captivate new listeners.

Accompanying the release is a visually striking music video, bringing the song’s intensity and emotion to life. Once again, the video has been directed by Mirko Witzki (ARCH ENEMY, POWERWOLF, ESKIMO CALLBOY). Fans can expect an immersive audiovisual experience that underscores OBSCURA’s artistic depth.

Mastermind Steffen Kummerer comments: "With Evenfall we look into the most anticipated song by the band to perform in a live setting on our upcoming tours. The dynamics, groove, and pace fall perfectly into place. One of my personal highlights of the new album, showcasing a rather cinematic soundscape within the Obscura universe.“ 


Watch the video below.

Listen to the 'Evenfall' on all platforms:
https://obscura.bfan.link/efsg

Pre-order 'A Sonication' here:
https://obscura.bfan.link/aslp

A European tour is set to kick off in February 2025. Joining OBSCURA on tour will be American death metal outfit SKELETON REMAINS, who replaced RINGS OF SATURN, and GOROD, the technical death metal force from France. With this international lineup, fans can expect a night of diverse and electrifying performances.

Ticketlink: https://realmofobscura.com/live/ 

More information:
www.realmofobscura.com
www.facebook.de/realmofobscura
www.twitter.com/realmofobscura
www.instagram.com/realmofobscura
www.youtube.com/realmofobscura

Field & Stream Music Fest Set for Oct. 3-5 with Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top, Riley Green & More

Field & Stream Music Fest unveils its star-studded lineup for the experiential event taking place October 3-5, 2025 in Winnsboro, South Carolina. Co-produced by Field & Stream, with key investors Eric Church, Morgan Wallen and Southern Entertainment, this premier event will bring together the best of country music and outdoor adventure for an unforgettable weekend. Pre-sales begin tomorrow, January 9 for Field & Stream 1871 Club Members, with tickets on sale to the general public this Friday, January 10.
 
A Star-Studded Lineup
The three-day event will feature over 40 artists performing across multiple stages, including Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Riley Green, ZZ Top, Bailey Zimmerman, Shane Smith & The Saints, Kameron Marlowe, Larry Fleet, Tyler Farr, Whey Jennings, Ashland Craft, Boy Named Banjo, Josh Sanders, Sadie Bass, the Davisson Brothers, Fox n’ Vead, Warrick McZeke, Aidan Canfield, Edwin McCain, David Lee Murphy, Cole Goodwin, Rut Spence, Eli Winders, Ryan Trotti, Bailey Marie, Payton Smith, Matt Tucker, Whit’s End, Nate Hosie, Maddie Rean, Taylor Richardson, Greg Parrish, Kyle Dills, Brent Underwood & Bart Lattimore, Darren Deese and DJ Slim McGraw. With an eclectic mix of country legends, rising stars and local talent, the Field & Stream Music Fest offers something for every music fan. Visit www.FSMF.com to see the daily line-up.
 
An Experience Like No Other
Field & Stream Music Fest brings together the best of country music and outdoor adventure for an unforgettable weekend. Dive into themed villages like the Ugly Stik Fish On America Village, where pro fishing tips and casting competitions await, or the onX Hunt Village, featuring outdoor gear showcases and expert-led demos. For sports fans, the GameWatch Football Showdown Village delivers live games on massive screens, complete with spirited activities and a fully stocked bar.
 
Step beyond the villages and take on thrilling excursions like trophy fishing, archery, Rattlesnake Park mountain biking and off-road tours through breathtaking landscapes. At the Field & Stream Expo, explore interactive exhibits and the latest in outdoor innovation from top brands.
 
Stay Your Way
With expanded RV and car-tent camping options and new hotel packages featuring convenient shuttles, we’ve made it easier than ever to stay close to the action while enjoying maximum comfort.
 
Powered by Our Partners
Thanks to our incredible sponsors—Fish on American featuring UglyStik, OnX Hunt, Moultrie, Silencer Central, Gunner Kennels, NWTF, Orion, Ducks Unlimited, Country Outdoors, Hobie Eyewear, Abu Garcia, Southern String Hat Co, Coors Light, Monster Energy, The Official Lager-Yuengling, and more—the festival is packed with exclusive showcases, hands-on activities, and endless ways to celebrate the great outdoors.
 
Tickets 
Field & Stream 1871 Club members get exclusive priority access to pre-sale tickets starting tomorrow, January 9, with just $39 down to secure your spot. Learn more about the club and its benefits at fieldandstream.com/1871-club. General public tickets will be available starting this Friday, January 10.
 
Tickets and accommodations are available at fieldandstreammusicfest.com. Stay connected for the latest updates by following @fieldandstreamfest on Facebook and Instagram. Don’t miss this ultimate fusion of live music and outdoor adventure!

ABOUT FIELD & STREAM 
Field & Stream is the world's leading outdoor lifestyle brand. With origins dating back to 1871, F&S has taught a nation to hunt and fish, to camp and explore, to survive and thrive in the outdoors—all while leading the charge to conserve and fight for wildlife and wild places. The secret to our longevity is simple: Hunters and anglers love a great story—and nobody tells one better than Field & Stream. In 2024, the legacy brand was unified under the same ownership for the first time in its history, including key investors and country music artists Eric Church and Morgan Wallen. Now embarking on a new chapter, the next generation of Field & Stream includes the return to a print publication, a membership community, a wide variety of product launches including apparel & accessories, upholstered furniture, beer and spirits and more, plus experiential components such as hunting and fishing Excursions, Powered by BirdDog, a lodge in Bozeman, MT and the Field & Stream Music Fest. For more information visit www.fieldandstream.com.
 
ABOUT SOUTHERN ENTERTAINMENT 
Southern Entertainment is a full-service event and production company with an unwavering commitment to excellence that has produced more than 500 events across the United States. For more information, visit www.southernentertainment.com

PARADISE LOST ANNOUNCE 2025 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES

UK gothic metal legends PARADISE LOST will return to North America for the first time in years in support of their latest masterpiece, Obsidian, available from Nuclear Blast Records. The Devil Embraced North American Tour will take place in May 2025 and feature openers GiGAN and TROUBLE

Tickets go on sale Friday, January 10th at 10:00AM Local Time at https://paradiselost.co.uk/.

Commenting on the tour, founding vocalist Nick Holmes says: 

"We never get to play America as much as we would like to so it's always great to get the opportunity to return. We are all really looking forward to playing these shows, and hope to see you all there."

PARADISE LOST Tour Dates:
May 16 - Milwaukee, WI - Milwaukee Metal Fest
May 17 - Columbus, OH - The King of Clubs
May 18 - Toronto, ON - Lee's Palace
May 20 - Montreal, QC - Fairmount Theatre
May 21 - Boston, MA - Brighton Music Hall
May 22 - New York, NY - Le Poisson rouge
May 24 - Baltimore, MD - Maryland Death Fest

Formed in Halifax, West Yorkshire, in 1988, PARADISE LOST were unlikely candidates for metal glory when they slithered from the shadows and infiltrated the UK underground. But not content with spawning an entire subgenre with early death/doom masterpiece Gothic nor with conquering the metal mainstream with the balls-out power of 1995’s Draconian Times, they have subsequently traversed multiple genre boundaries with skill and grace, evolving through the pitch-black alt-rock mastery of ‘90s classics One Second and Host to the muscular but ornate grandeur of 2009’s Faith Divides Us – Death Unites Us and Tragic Idol (2012), with the nonchalant finesse of grand masters. The band’s last two albums – The Plague Within (2015) and Medusa (2017) – saw a much celebrated return to brutal, old school thinking, via two crushing monoliths to slow-motion death and spiritual defeat. Consistently hailed as one of metal’s most charismatic live bands, PARADISE LOST arrive in this new decade as veterans, legends and revered figureheads for several generations of gloomy metalheads. In keeping with their unerring refusal to deliver the expected, 2020 brings one of the band’s most diverse and devastating creations to date. Their last album Obsidian was released in spring 2020, hitting international charts with great success.

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More info on PARADISE LOST:
http://www.paradiselost.co.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/paradiselostofficial/
https://www.instagram.com/officialparadiselost/
www.nuclearblast.de/paradiselost
https://twitter.com/officialpl
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MASVIDAL + MoonBladder Embark on ‘Spiritual Weight’ Tour, Combining Forces for an Unforgettable Collaborative Experience

MASVIDAL (Paul Masvidal of CYNIC, Æon Spoke, etc.) and MOONBLADDER (Jason Walton of AGALLOCH) have teamed up for the Spiritual Weight Tour, which will take place in three cities on the West Coast from January 21-24. Tickets for the intimate, mind-bending experience can be purchased upon walk up day of show. The full itinerary can be found below!

Masvidal comments, "Three exclusive, intimate solo shows across Northern California and the Pacific Northwest. This January, Jason Walton (MoonBladder, Agalloch) and I are teaming up to share an evening of sound and connection. Jason’s experimental soundscapes and my acoustic meditations merge two distinct worlds into a living, breathing organism."

In addition, Paul recently worked with motion graphics editor Drain Hope to release "The Fisher Tale," a track from one of his other projects, Æon Spoke. Paul performs material from Æon Spoke at his solo shows, along with stripped-back Cynic songs. The song can be found below.

Masvidal explains, "The visuals in this video were created using AI, with editing and motion graphics by Drain Hope himself. The visual approach has a children’s picture book fairy tale vibe, blending the feel of intentionally retro, slightly formal publisher graphics with drawings imagined by a computer. The Fisher Tale has been around for a while, originally written as an Aeon Spoke song, but for me, it always comes back to the music itself. These visuals help bring its dreamlike story to life in a more literal way.

"Musically, it’s likely the simplest song I’ve ever written—a 6/8 piece built on four cycling chords that steadily build tension. Lyrically, it’s a story about a fisherman who meets a magical fish offering him anything he desires. Like many of us, he asks for romantic love, wealth, fame, and power. But as his aspirations grow more deluded, so does his suffering. The message is simple: true joy and freedom don’t come from things outside ourselves—whether possessions, status, or relationships. Sure, they can bring fleeting moments of happiness, but it’s easy to get stuck in the endless loop of striving, thinking that more will make us whole. Ultimately, though, letting go and trusting that we’re already enough seems to be what frees us in the bigger picture. Anyway, I’ve strayed a bit—it’s really just a simple song about a fisherman and a wise, magical fish. Though who knows, maybe he gave up fishing altogether after that and started foraging seaweed instead—it’s more compassionate, and it’s great for your hair, haha.

"Warren Riker’s mix stands out to me—it’s one of those bold, unconventional decisions that just works. Panning the drums hard left and the vocals hard right for the first half of the tune creates such a vibe.

"This song emerged from a queer men’s spiritual group I joined after moving to Los Angeles. Every year, the group would focus on a theme, and we’d express it through performative art. That year’s theme, in particular, was fairy tales retold for gay men. That’s where The Fisher Tale came to life. During the performance, I was nearly naked, costumed like a wood elf, standing in the corner of a surreal forest scene alongside other characters in the piece. With my acoustic guitar, I sang the song over and over to the dreamer (audience) awake in the dream.

"At the end of the tune, you can hear birds chirping—a moment captured while I was recording vocals in an apartment I used to live in on Waverly Drive in Silverlake. It was right across from the infamous LaBianca house, known for the Manson murders, and I’d often see the Tragical History Tour bus packed with tourists driving by. The energy around there was definitely a little odd. In a way, it felt like those birds were letting me know the song was done—guess they had the final say.

"For me, songs like this exist more like physical pieces of art—they hold space and relevance in unusual ways over the passage of time. They evolve and take on new meaning, untethered from the urgency of new releases or trends. Most people haven’t heard The Fisher Tale yet, and its message feels more relevant now than ever. Sharing it again, through this video, feels like the right moment—for whatever it’s worth.”

Paul Masvidal is a groundbreaking guitarist, songwriter, and co-founder of Cynic, a pioneering progressive metal band known for its innovative fusion of metal, jazz, and experimental music. Widely respected as a groundbreaking guitarist and songwriter, Masvidal has collaborated with major artists across genres, adding to his legacy as an innovative musician. Over time, he has become a well recognized figure in the metal and progressive music community, with countless younger artists and musicians citing him as a key influence in both technical ability and creative vision.

Known for his philosophical and spiritual approach to art, exploring themes of the dream-like nature of reality, consciousness, and the search for deeper truths, his music transcends labels, resonating with fans of both the metal world and beyond, thanks to his ability to combine technicality with emotional depth.

Masvidal played guitar on Death’s influential album, 'Human,' and helped shape the genre with Cynic's acclaimed 1993 release, 'Focus,' often regarded as a seminal record in progressive metal. Following 'Focus,' Cynic expanded their sound with albums such as 'Traced in Air' (2008), and explored more experimental territory with EPs 'Re-Traced' (2010) and 'Carbon-Based Anatomy' (2011), which reimagined Cynic’s music with atmospheric and ambient textures. Cynic continued to evolve with the full-length album 'Kindly Bent to Free Us' (2014), which took a more raw, progressive rock trio direction, further solidifying their role as innovators in the genre.

In 2022, Cynic released the futuristic concept album 'Ascension Codes,' a deeply philosophical record that explores themes of cosmic consciousness, spirituality, and transcendence, showcasing Masvidal’s continued creative evolution.

In addition to his work with Cynic, Masvidal has produced a solo trilogy, Mythical Human Vessel, and led the alternative project Æon Spoke. He gained significant attention for his personal coming-out story in the LA Times, advocating for LGBTQ+ representation in the metal community in 2014, where he courageously shared his journey as a gay man in the metal scene, shattering stereotypes and inspiring fans worldwide.during a time when coming out was still taboo. A dedicated vegan, Masvidal promotes conscious living and mindfulness, further extending his creativity through his jewelry line, Masvidalien, inspired by metaphysical concepts.

Masvidal has also collaborated with various artists and composed music for TV and film, including the award-winning 'The Tiger Hunter.' He has also launched several signature guitars with Strandberg and now Kiesel, cementing his place as a guitarist whose influence is felt by players across a wide spectrum of genres.

His live performances offer a meditative experience, blending acoustic and electronic elements to create intimate, reflective soundscapes. Widely respected, Masvidal continues to influence generations of musicians with his technical prowess and philosophical approach to art.

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Heavy Metallers RIVETSKULL Bring Dio's Legendary Music to Life with New Tour!

RIVETSKULL, the heavy metal powerhouse known for their electrifying live performances, are hitting the road to honor the legacy of the legendary Ronnie James Dio. Forged in the fires of a shared passion for Dio’s iconic music, RIVETSKULL is embarking on a special series of shows to celebrate the voice and spirit that has inspired countless fans around the globe.

“We owe so much to Ronnie for the decades of powerful, unforgettable music he’s given us—and we know we’re not alone in feeling that way,” the band shares.

The tour combines RIVETSKULL’s own hard-hitting metal with a celebration of Dio’s timeless catalog. Fans can look forward to a 45-minute set of RIVETSKULL’s original music, showcasing their unique sound and energy, followed by a 1-1/2 hour set of Dio’s greatest hits, spanning his legendary work with Rainbow, Black Sabbath, and Dio.

“In the streaming era, it’s harder than ever for bands to stand out and connect with true heavy metal fans. Instead of following the same formula, we decided to embrace what makes RIVETSKULL unique by returning to our roots,” the band explains.

“Before forming RIVETSKULL, we toured internationally as a Ronnie James Dio tribute band—not as imitators, but as musicians paying homage to a sound that’s part of our DNA. Dio’s music shaped who we are, and our performances have always been about channeling the power, emotion, and authenticity of his legacy—not just mimicking his look or stage show.

Rather than jumping on tours with mismatched lineups, we’re creating a concert experience that’s built for fans of traditional heavy metal. It’s a night where our original music shares the stage with a celebration of one of the genre’s greatest icons. This is our way to honor the roots of metal while forging our own path.”

RivetSkull Live

01/09: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

01/10: Portland, OR @ Dante’s

02/21: Tucson, AZ @ The Rock

02/22: El Paso, TX @ Rockhouse

02/28: Los Angeles, CA @ Three Clubs

03/01: Las Vegas, NV @ Sinwave

03/21: Spokane, WA @ Big Dipper

03/22: Boise, ID @ Heritage Social Club

About RIVETSKULL:

In the misty streets of Seattle in 2009, four musicians united under the banner of metal legend Ronnie James Dio. Mark Plog, Chad McMurray, Michael Robson, and later Mark Hopkinsforged a fiery tribute that evolved into RIVETSKULL – not just disciples, but creators of their own heavy metal legacy.

RIVETSKULL stormed the Pacific Northwest, igniting audiences worldwide. Their debut album 'Trail of Souls: Samsara' (2023) marked a bold arrival, and with their sophomore release, 'Absence of Time', the band cemented its place in the metal scene.

Recently, Mark Hopkins chose to step back from the band to stay home with his family, and Johnny Massey has stepped in on bass.

Fusing raw power with diverse influences, RIVETSKULL crafts heavy, emotionally charged music that explores conflict, resilience, and unity. Their performances, known for intensity and passion, captivate fans across the globe.

RIVETSKULL stands as a beacon of unfiltered heavy metal. This special tour bridges their original music with Dio’s timeless brilliance – a night of unforgettable metal magic.

Celebrate the legacy of Ronnie James Dio and witness RIVETSKULL live on stage.

RivetSkull are: 

Mark Plog - guitar

Chad McMurray - vocals

Michael Robson - drums

Johnny Massey - bass

Thrash Titans WARBRINGER Announce New Album + Explosive New Single + Video "A Better World"

Modern thrash titans WARBRINGER are thrilled to announce their highly anticipated new album, Wrath And Ruin, out March 14, 2025 via Napalm Records. With 20 years of history and millions of cross platform streams in their wake, "Best of the Year" nods from the likes of Loudwire and Consequence on 2020's Weapons Of Tomorrow, and now gearing up for a massive European tour with Decapitated and Cryptopsy this spring, WARBRINGER is poised for their next global assault with their seventh full-length studio release.

On Wrath And Ruin, WARBRINGER continues their furious assault against the powers that be with eight new explosive rippers lyrically focused on inspiring listeners to recognize strength in numbers and actualize their class power. The bonus CD, included with the 2CD and digital versions of the album, boasts 15 incendiary live versions of fan favorites recorded along their "Ravaging Europe 2023" tour. The album features pristine production by Mark Lewis, famous for his work with Cannibal Corpse, Trivium, and The Black Dahlia Murder, mastering by Justin Shturtz (Testament, Sepultura, Machine Head), and album art by the legendary Andreas Marschall, famous for his work with Kreator, Obituary, and In Flames amongst others. 

Alongside the album announcement, WARBRINGER have unleashed the breakneck speed metal ripper "A Better World," lambasting ignorant optimism with forked tongue. The track arrives with a high octane official music video.

About the single and video, frontman John Kevill says, "When I was younger, I used to think the world would only get better during my life. I know now that isn’t the case. We aren't going to fix the environment even though we know the consequences, because profits would decrease, so it's not considered possible. On top of that, our societies keep getting more unequal, with a few people owning most everything, and most people just trying to keep their heads above water. We still won’t feed everyone, but we will fund development of weaponized autonomous drones, etc, etc.

"I was reading some social theory stuff (Mark Fisher) some years ago and feeling depressed about my own future in these conditions. I went to a therapist and they basically told me it was all real and legitimate, and that all they could do was give me drugs so I could pretend that I didn’t know all this. I don’t really have time to worry too much, because a bunch of bills are always due. I also stopped dreaming for a year or two, which I found scary. I tried to bottle this feeling into 'A Better World' — I don't think I'm the only one.

"The video was made by Juan Rodriguez, who we worked with on 'Crushed Beneath the Tracks,' and shows WARBRINGER going hard — what we do best. The song has a melodic death-tinged riff penned by Adam Carroll, with arrangements by thrash maestro Carlos Cruz. To me, it gives the feeling of being stuck on some accelerated loop that won’t slow down. Hope you guys enjoy the first taste of Wrath And Ruin, there’s a lot more to come!"

Pre-Order Wrath And Ruin HERE

WARBRINGER IS:
John Kevill — Vocals
Adam Carroll — Guitar
Carlos Cruz — Drums
Chase Becker — Guitar
Chase Bryant — Bass

Killswitch Engage Announce More 2025 Headline Tour Dates

Three-time Grammy-nominated hard rock heavyweights and platinum-selling band Killswitch Engage  Jesse Leach, vocals; Adam Dutkiewicz, guitar; Joel Stroetzel, guitar; Mike D'Antonio, bass; and Justin Foley, drums — will have a busy 2025, releasing their new THIS CONSEQUENCE on February 21 via. Metal Blade. Pre-order it here. The band shared the video for first single "Forever Aligned." Watch it below

KsE are also returning to the road this winter and spring. 

Their upcoming winter headline tour features support from Kublai Khan TX, Fit For a King and Frozen Soul, and kicks off on March 5 in Nashville and runs through April 12 in Portland, Maine.

The band has also announced dates for May, which will feature support from Shadows Fall, Fit for a King, and Boundaries.. This leg goes on sale on Friday, January 10 at 10am local time, while various pre-sales are happening now.

'We are very excited to be back out on the road in support of our incoming new album," states Leach. "What better way to roll it out than to have a few dates with our close friends and local boys Shadows Fall with us! They have come back with a vengeance and we want to have them along for the party on these run of shows. To round it out will be the mighty Fit For a King and the heavy hitters Boundaries! All killer, no filler."

He continues, "This new album means the world to us so we will be giving it our absolute all on these shows. Be sure to come out; it will be one for the memories!"

Tickets and VIP packages are available here.

KILLSWITCH ENGAGE ON TOUR:
WITH KUBLAI KHAN TX, FIT FOR A KING, + FROZEN SOUL:
 
3/5 — Nashville, TN — The Pinnacle  
3/6 — Chesterfield, MO — The Factory         
3/8 — Fayetteville, AR — JJ's Live       
3/9 — Oklahoma City, OK — The Criterion    
3/11 — El Paso, TX — Don Haskins Center Arena      
3/13 — Las Vegas, NV — The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas      
3/14 — Reno, NV — Grand Theatre at The Grand Sierra Resort        
3/15 — Wheatland, CA — Hard Rock Live      
3/17 — Garden City, ID — Revolution Concert House           
3/18 — Seattle, WA — The Paramount          
3/19 — Vancouver, BC — PNE Forum
3/21 — Penticton, BC — South Okanagan Events Centre      
3/22 — Tsuut'ina, AB — Grey Eagle Resort & Casino       
3/24 — Winnipeg, MB — Burton Cummings Theatre            
3/27 — Peoria, IL — Peoria Civic Center        
3/28 — Waukee, IA— Vibrant Music Hall      
3/29 — La Vista, NE — The Astro       
3/30 — Kansas City, MO — The Midland Theatre
4/1 — Grand Rapids, MI — GLC Live 20 Monroe       
4/3 — Corbin, KY — The Corbin Arena           
4/4 — Pittsburgh, PA  — Stage AE     
4/5 — Philadelphia, PA — Franklin Music Hall           
4/6 — Greensboro, NC — Greensboro Special Events Center           
4/8 — New Haven, CT — College Street Music Hall   
4/9 — Buffalo, NY — Buffalo RiverWorks      
4/11 — Laval, QC —Place Bell
4/12 — Portland, ME  — Cross Insurance Arena    

WITH SHADOWS FALL, FIT FOR A KING, + BOUNDARIES:
5/8 — Columbus, OH— Sonic Temple*
5/10 — Indianapolis, IN — Egyptian Room @ Old National Centre
5/11 — Memphis, TN — Minglewood Hall
5/13 — New Orleans, LA — The Fillmore New Orleans
5/14 —  Birmingham, AL — Avondale Brewing Company
5/16 — Daytona Beach. FL — Welcome To Rockville*
5/17 —  Myrtle Beach, SC — House of Blues
5/18 — Virginia Beach, VA — The Dome
*Festival Date

Ne Obliviscaris Announce Chaos and Carnage Tour

2024 stood out as another memorable year for Ne Obliviscaris. The maestros of extreme progressive metal celebrated the 10th anniversary of Citadel with a newly definitive remastered version. The band performed both their acclaimed second album and their latest album Exul in their entirety during a two hour set on their fall headlining tour of Europe. They also reunited with original drummer Dan Presland and toured South America for the first time. 

 

Now, as this year winds down, Ne Obliviscaris are tightening their strings in anticipation for an even bigger 2025. The band will return to North America for their first run on the CHAOS & CARNAGE Tour. 

"North America, we are super excited to announce that we are coming back in April and May as part of the CHAOS & CARNAGE tour with an epic package that includes co-headliners Dying Fetus and Cradle of Filth, as well as Fleshgod Apocalypse, Undeath, Vomit Forth and Corpse Pile", says violinist and clean vocalist Tim Charles. "These shows are going to be incredible, so make sure you get your tickets and we'll see you there!". 

Watch the brand new video for "Graal", the soul-stirring single from Exul, featuring Australian fire dancer Jessy Spin, Below.

VIP Upgrades will go on sale Monday, January 6 at 10 am Pacific Time. 

Get tickets 

http://chaosandcarnage.com

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

Exul and the 10th anniversary remastered version of Citadel are now available on Season of Mist.

Order & Stream Exul

https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/NeO-exul

https://orcd.co/neoexul


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

https://neobliviscaris.fanlink.tv/Citadel

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

Biography:
David E. Gehlke

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PALEFACE SWISS Unleash Ambitious New Album 'Cursed' & Music Video For New Track "River Of Sorrows'

The wait is over. Switzerland’s reigning, defending heavy weight champions of emotionally charged Nu-Core brutality - Paleface Swiss - have dropped their highly anticipated and most ambitious album to date, ‘Cursed,’ today. To mark the occasion, the band has also released music video for brand new track, “River of Sorrows.” This deeply emotional track offers a powerful glimpse into the album’s dark and cathartic narrative Fans can stream 'Cursed' in full now HERE and can watch the music video for "River Of Sorrows" below.

Each track on ‘Cursed’ is represented by a flower with symbolic meaning, which when combined, form the “River of Sorrows” is paired with the Purple Hyacinth, a flower representing sorrow, regret, and forgiveness. “River of Sorrows” delivers a visceral exploration of the weight of sorrow, despair and helplessness caused from being trapped in an unhealthy relationship. The track’s lyrical vulnerability is matched by its crushing intensity, underscoring the unrelenting emotional journey of the album and cementing it as the band’s most ambitious and conceptually intricate work to date. 

Frontman Marc “Zelli” Zellweger explains,

“‘River of Sorrows’ is about the emotional weight of betrayal and the drowning feeling of being trapped in a one-sided connection. It’s heavy in every sense of the word—musically, lyrically, emotionally—and it’s a piece that feels deeply personal while also being universally relatable. We wanted to bring those feelings to life in a way that would truly resonate with listeners.” 

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 and 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. The track 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. The band then threw fans a huge curveball with second single "My Blood on Your Hands", which was also nominated in the Nik Nocturnal Awards 2024 for ‘Best Animal Noise'. Third single, "Love Burns" was released in early December and set the internet ablaze with praise for the dynamic song writing displayed on the track along with the band's fearlessness when it comes to pushing themselves out of their sonic comfort zone and making bold choices that definitely pay off, balancing their signature heaviness with an emotionally charged narrative and new, expansive sonic elements. To date, the 3 previously released singles have run up 3,200,000 cross-platform streams and 659,000 YouTube video views.

Speaking about the release of 'Cursed' today, Paleface Swiss collectively share

“Cursed is the piece we’ve always wanted to create. We set out to craft a cohesive concept with our music, videos, and artwork and we're very proud of the outcome. The process of making this album has been therapeutic in ways we didn’t anticipate, and we’re beyond excited to finally share it with the world. We hope to see you at a show on our upcoming headline tours and have you sing these tracks with us”

The North American run of The Cursed Tour kicks off on March 20th in Detroit, MI and will see Paleface Swiss headline 30 shows across the country hitting major cities including New York, Los Angeles, and Toronto with special guests Stick To Your Guns and Nasty. Tickets and full routing can be found HERE

Known for their incomparable live performances and fearless approach to intense and vulnerable topics, Paleface Swiss has built a reputation as one of the most vital, unfiltered and rapidly rising forces in the world of modern metal today. With ‘Cursed’, Paleface Swissare ready to take listeners into their darkest, most intricate and artistically diverse chapter yet, combining their trademark deathcore heaviness with raw vulnerability, a rare and special combination for a band within their genre. With a brand new album, an ever-growing army of devoted fans, critical acclaim, sold-out headline shows and stellar festival performances garnering new fans wherever they go, Paleface Swiss have their sights firmly set total, global domination. Stay tuned, buckle up and kick back for the ride.

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

Koe Wetzel Hits No. 1 with “High Road" feat. Jessie Murph

Koe Wetzel caps a breakout year with another major career milestone, earning his first No. 1 single at Country radio with “High Road” featuring Jessie Murph, topping both the Billboard Country Airplay and Country Aircheck/Mediabase Country charts this week while also Top 20 Hot AC and Top 25 at Top 40. 

“Look at us with a No. 1! Jessie, you’re a beast of a singer and writer, glad we share this one together. Amy, Carrie, Laura, Serrato and Gabe, it’s an honor any time we’re in a room together,” shares Wetzel. “It’s been an unbelievable year and to cap it off with this is just unreal. Huge shoutout to the fans for already making this one Platinum, to our promo team for working their asses off all year and to Country radio for taking a chance on a kid from East Texas.” 

Released in July as his fifth studio album, 9 Lives has proven to be a defining album for Wetzel, earning recognition on multiple year-end best-of lists, including Rolling Stone, Billboard, the Tennessean, Holler and more, with the Los AngelesTimes naming “High Road” specifically as the No. 8 best song of 2024 across all genres.

“High Road” showcases the mature level of vulnerability that defines the still hard-rocking album as a whole:

As Wetzel dominates the year-end airwaves, he’s also spreading holiday cheer with the recent release of his new holiday EP, Koe Wetzel Presents…Wetzel's Wonderland Chapter 2. Featuring four new reimagined classics, the project continues a tradition that Wetzel’s began last year, now boasting seven songs total. This holiday spirit will come alive later this week when Wetzel takes the stage for two special shows in his home state of Texas for Wetzel’s Wonderland Live, set for Friday, Dec. 27 at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth and Saturday, Dec. 28 at Moody Center in Austin. Limited tickets remain available HERE.
 
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 marks his first No. 1 Country radio single while also climbing both the Hot AC and Top 40 charts.

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.

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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