California Cowgirl: Annie Bosko’s Debut Album Arrives October 3

Working with producers Trent Willmon and David “Messy” Mescon, and writing alongside the likes of Mescon, Jeffrey Steele, Bridgette Tatum, Danny Myrick, Terri Jo Box and more, Bosko co-wrote over half the songs found on California Cowgirl, including the already released title track, “God Winks, “Tequila Time,” “Country Girls! (Who Run the World)” and “Heartburn” featuring Dwight Yoakam. The project also features tracks penned by Lainey Wilson, Garth Brooks and Hannah Dasher.
 
Bosko will join Dolly Parton for Dolly: Live in Las Vegas at The Colosseum at Caesar’s Palace on December 10, following her album release party on October 3 at Desert 5 Spot in Los Angeles. She is also set for a headlining performance at Nashville Dance Fest this Sunday, September 7 and a date supporting Jessica Simpson at Genesee Theatre on Saturday, September 20.

Rising singer/songwriter Annie Bosko is stepping into a new chapter with her debut album, California Cowgirl, arriving October 3 via QHMG/Stone Country Records. Growing up a farmer’s daughter, the collection reflects her West Coast roots that run deep in the heart of California’s agricultural country while blending her love of timeless storytelling with a sound that’s equal parts confident and catchy. Pre-save/pre-add California Cowgirl HERE.
 
“California Cowgirl is a colorful tapestry woven from the threads of my life — with a fabric for everyone,” shares Bosko. “From the grit of growing up a farmer’s daughter to the faith that’s kept me chasing my dreams, this album reveals both the tender and the tough sides of who I am. It carries the pioneer spirit of the West, the heartbeat of the American dream and a Golden State glow with country soul.”
 
To accompany today’s announcement, Bosko also releases a new studio version of “Honky Tonk Heartbeat,” a track fans may recognize from Ariat’s buzzed-about “Line-Men Dancing” campaign, featuring fellow Ariat ambassador and San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy.
 
Penned by Bosko specifically for the campaign, Purdy leads his center Jake Brendel, retired tight end Bear Pascoe and a squad of Stanford University linemen in a choreographed line dance, bringing “Honky Tonk Heartbeat (Football Line-Men Dance)” to life:


Annie Bosko Upcoming Shows
Sept. 7             Nashville Dance Fest || Nashville, TN
Sept. 12           Wine & Country || Sam Simeon, CA
Sept. 20           Genesee Theatre || Waukegan, IL
Sept. 27           Get Down Downtown || Searcy, AZ
Oct. 3              Desert 5 Spot || Los Angeles, CA
Oct. 9              WhiskeyJam || Nashville, TN
Oct. 10            Four Peaks Oktoberfest Tempe Town Lake 2025 || Tempe, AZ
Jan. 31             REHAB Telethon & Auction || Abilene, TX
Feb. 20            Los Fresnos Rodeo || Los Fresnos, TX         

CHAYCE BECKHAM DIVES DEEP INTO THE “OCEAN BLUE” WITH POIGNANTLY SEA-SOAKED CLASSIC COUNTRY HEARTBREAKER

Platinum-selling, chart-topping country riser Chayce Beckham returns following his acclaimed debut album, Bad For Me, and #1 smash "23" with the hauntingly deep “Ocean Blue.” Rooting the lonesome groove in classic country, the poignant heartbreaker - produced by Bart Butler - is amplified by rich fiddle, striking steel guitar and timeless rhythm. Reminiscent of the storytelling spirit of country legends like George Strait, Merle Haggard and Johnny Cash, listen Below. 

Joining Warren Zeiders on his Relapse, Lies & Betrayal Tour this fall, following shows with Luke Bryan, Parker McCollum, Tyler Hubbard and more, the 2025 Grand Ole Opry NextStage artist captures the vulnerability of a breakup on this latest release, aligning feelings of sadness and longing with the vast, restless sea. 

“I wrote this song last fall with Brandon Kinney and John Pierce on my tour bus,” Beckham shares. “This is one of my favorites. I love songs that sound like this, and I am very proud of how it came out and who I wrote it with. I’m excited to finally have it out in the world. This is the first of several songs I’ll be releasing, happy and sad, and I’m excited for y’all to hear them all.”

Recounting a love gone too soon, heartbreak can feel like being caught in a stormy ocean. When all that remains are the memories, those waves of sadness wash over you and a different shade of blue emerges. 

“One of the genre’s most exciting rising stars,” this “poster child for impactful and meaningful Country music right now” (Entertainment Focus), leans hard into his signature, authentic brand of songwriting that “country music needs more of” (Taste of Country).” With more music on the way, the chart-topper is one of few country risers who have “fully solidified themselves as industry players and have become household names” (American Songwriter).

Upcoming Tour Dates:
September 5 - Marion, OH - Marion Popcorn Festival
September 9 - Cape Girardeau, MO - Southeast Mo District Fair
September 11 - Salt Lake City, UT - Maverik Center *
September 12 - Nampa, ID - Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater *
September 13 - Airway Heights, WA - BECU Live at Northern Quest *
September 18 - Bend, OR - Hayden Homes Amphitheater *
September 19 - Everett, WA - Angel Of The Winds Arena *
September 25 - San Bernadino, CA - County Glen Helen Rodeo Pavilion
October 1 - London, ON - Canada Life Place *
October 2 - Laval, QC - Place Bell *
October 4 - Toronto, ON - Coca-Cola Coliseum *
October 5 - Ottawa, ON - Canadian Tire Centre *
October 7 - Moncton, NB - Avenir Centre *
October 8 - Halifax, NS - Scotiabank Centre *
October 11 - Big Stone Gap, VA - Blue Highway Fest 2025
October 12 - Birmingham, AL - Iron Hills Festival
October 23 - Omaha, NE - The Astro Amphitheater *
October 24 - Independence, MO - Cable Dahmer Arena *
October 25 - St. Louis, MO - Chaifetz Arena * 
October 30 - Macon, GA - Atrium Health Amphitheater * 
October 31 - Orlando, FL - Addition Financial Arena *
November 1 - Estero, FL - Hertz Arena * 
November 6 - Knoxville, TN - Knoxville Civic Coliseum * 
November 7 - Pikeville, KY - Appalachian Wireless Arena * 
November 8 - Evansville, IN - Ford Center * 
November 13 - Salem, VA - Salem Civic Center * 
November 14 - Atlantic City, NJ - Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena * 
November 15 - Uncasville, CT - Mohegan Sun Arena * 
November 20 - Charleston, WV - Charleston Coliseum * 
November 21 - Youngstown, OH - Covelli Centre * 
November 22 - Hershey, PA - GIANT Center *
December 6 - Hinton, OK - Sugar Creek Casino
January 24, 2026 - Verona, NY - Turning Stone Resort Casino

* Warren Zeiders’ Relapse, Lies & Betrayal Tour

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Brooklyn's CLONE announces coming 'Care To Try' EP, with first offering 'Galvanized'

Brooklyn alt rockers CLONE have released their single 'Galvanized', an adrenaline-inducing offering that vibrantly foreshadows their new 'Care To Try' EP, out October 3 via Portland label Little Cloud Records.

Written over the past year with Clone's original lineup of LG Galleon (Dead Leaf Echo), Gregg Giufree (Pilot to Gunner), Max Idas and Dominick Turi, this EP was produced by LG Galleon and Martin Bisi (Sonic Youth, Swans, Brian Eno, John Zorn, Herbie Hancock, Iggy Pop, Helmet, Dresden Dolls) at his famed BC Studio (built with Brian Eno), and mastered by Fred Kevorkian (The White Stripes, Sonic Youth, Juliana Hatfield, Regina Spektor, Lloyd Cole).

The band has also announced autumn tour dates with current members LG Galleon, Paul Liziragga (Namesake) and Alex Cox (The Veldt) now joined by new drummers Avery Brooks and Jeremy Duvall.

“Sliding away from our standard programming, we have just a silly little live song about that moment when u first lock eyes with the possible “one” and think to yourself "could this be it?" - a moment frozen in time and then you both move into stimulated action.… galvanized," says LG Galleon.

"These songs were again recorded with the legendary Martin Bisi, who helped bring the determination and drive in the studio to the forefront when recording these songs. A different lineup makes for a novel live experience every time, yet always with incendiary results.  The full tour in October should prove a very fruitful experience and we are looking forward to playing these new songs from the EP live."

Last year, Clone debuted their 'CL. 1' album and 12" vinyl LP, born from a seemingly lost wellspring of shared imagination and youthful transformative power, via Little Cloud and North Carolina's 5BC Records, previewed by the iconoclastic singles 'Immutable', 'Dividing Line' and 'Redeemer'.

A passionate attempt to revive the kind of music that once profoundly resonated with the isolated and vulnerable, Clone's music possesses a transformative power, capable of inspiring through its galvanizing, redemptive power. Drawing on the raw energy and boundless creativity of youth, Clone has created a personal sonic world that they now invite us all to experience.

The past few years has seen Clone tour with Christian Death, Twin Tribes, Wand, La Witch, Live Skull, and The Veldt, among others. With recent stops including SXSW, they continue touring, soon to appear at INKFEST and the Purple City Music Festivalin Providence, RI and Edmonton respectively.

'Galvanized' is out digitally, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp. On October 3, the 'Care To Try' EP will be released on 7" vinyl, as well as digitally.

CREDITS
All tracks written by Clone
Lyrics by LG Galleon (onewithwave music ASCAP)
Performed by LG Galleon / Gregg Giufree / Max Idas / Dominick Turi
LG Galleon - guitar, vocals, keys
Gregg Giufree - drums
Max Idas - bass
Dominic Turi - guitar, keys
Lyla Vander - back vocals on 'Galvanized'
Recorded and mixed by Martin Bisi (Sonic Youth, Swans) at BC Studios
Co-produced by LG Galleon
Mastered by Fred Kevorkian at Kevorkian Mastering
EP cover art designed by LG Galleon
Cover photograph by Simon Larbalestier
Released by Little Cloud Records
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

TOUR DATES
Sept 09 - Edmonton, AB - Purple City Music Festival
Sept 20 - New York, NY - EP release party - Rubulad
Oct 09 - Kingston, NY - Night Swim
Oct 10 - Clinton, CT - Scottish Dave’s
Oct 11 - Boston, MA - O'Briens Pub (Allston)
Oct 12 - Providence, RI - The Scurvy Dog
Oct 13 - Saratoga Springs, NY - Desperate Annie’s


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PARMALEE SLATES FALL 2025 “FEELS LIKE HOME” TOUR AS “COWGIRL” HEATS UP COUNTRY RADIO

Chart-topping and platinum-selling country band Parmalee today announces their highly anticipated 2025 “Feels Like Home” Tour, bringing their signature Southern charm, stadium-ready hooks, and arena-sized energy to fans across the nation. Kicking off September 12 in Norfolk, Virgina, the “Feel Like Home” Tour comes hot on the heels of the band’s vibrant stunner “Cowgirl” that’s currently Top 20 and heating up the country radio charts. 

Comprised of brothers Matt and Scott Thomas (lead vocals/guitar and drums, respectively), cousin Barry Knox (bass), and lifelong friend Josh McSwain, Parmalee has been a household name and headliner status for years, following four back-to-back #1s at country radio and being recognized as the most played country act by Billboard in 2022 for their iconic love song “Take My Name.” 

"There’s no better feeling than being on the road, playing for the fans who’ve been with us from the start and the new ones we meet every night," says lead singer Matt Thomas. "This tour is all about that connection — feeling like home no matter where we are."

Named after the band’s anthemic fan-favorite track “Feels Like Home” off their latest album Fell In Love With A Cowgirl — the tour - like the song - will deliver triumphant, sing-along choruses, perfectly capturing the nostalgic, feel-good energy fans expect at a Parmalee show. 

With over 1.6 billion on-demand streams, five #1 smashes plus a growing list of platinum singles, Parmalee has cemented their place as a hit-making powerhouse and live-concert favorite. Get tickets HERE.

2025 “Feels Like Home” Tour:

September 12 – Norfolk, VA – Waterside District

September 13 – Ashland, VA – K95 Country Jam II

September 26  – Mahnomen, MN – Shooting Star Casino Hotel - Event Center

September 27 – Davenport, IA – Capitol Theatre

October 4  – Las Vegas, NV – Fremont Street

October 10  – Medina, OH – Thirsty Cowboy

October 11 – Indianapolis, IN – HI-FI Annex

October 17 – Apopka, FL – Apopka Amphitheater

October 18 – Jacksonville, FL – FIVE

October 31 – Denver, CO – Grizzly Rose

November 1 – Kansas City, MO – Madrid Theatre

November 7 – Jackson, MI – Michigan Theatre of Jackson

November 8 – Port Huron, MI – McMorran Place Theatre

November 21 – Cocoa, FL – Cocoa Riverfront Park Amphitheater

November 22 – Jupiter, FL – Abacoa Amphitheater

December 5 – Waynesboro, VA – The Foundry

December 6 – Cincinnati, OH - TBD^
December 11 – Corpus Christi, TX – Brewster Street Ice House*
December 13 – Katy, TX – Mo's Place^

* ON SALE - September 5 @ 10 am/CT
^ ON SALE - SOON 

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Green Carnation Premiere First Part of A Dark Poem

A Dark Poem, Part I: The Shores of Melancholia comes out this Friday, September 5, but you can hear all six grand and gloomy songs today by listening to the full album stream on the Season of Mist YouTube channel.

Listen Below.

Pre-order
https://orcd.co/greencarnationadarkpoem1

Pre-save on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/2o7sN7WqyIQDx96WvqtYUm?si=qoQVyW1ZR9e0cVH3FHPIIg

"Today is a milestone in Green Carnation's history, as we're now finally able to share the first part of A Dark Poemwith the world", says the band's vocalist Kjetil Nordhus. "The incredible amount of work behind this album, and the time it took to finish it on the level we wanted, makes it even sweeter to finally be here. This is indeed a proud moment for Green Carnation. We are looking forward to the journey ahead".

Green Carnation will perform all of A Dark Poem live in their hometown of Kristiansand, Norway on September 12, 2026. During this once-in-a-lifetime 3-hour performance, the band will perform all three parts of their epic album trilogy in full, one after another, alongside some very special guests and the Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra.

Get tickets
https://kilden.com/forestilling/green-carnation-3/

No matter how long or where the journey has taken them, Green Carnation have always sought to climb the highest mountains. While founded by Emperor's former bassist Tchort in the early '90s, the Norwegians quickly blazed their own trail through fields of symphonic doom, hard rock, acoustic plucking and progressive metal. The idea for an album trilogy stems back to the band's very first opus, Light of Day, Day of Darkness, though the inspiration for A Dark Poem dates back even further to Arthur Rimbaud's 1870 poem "Ophelia".         

"We like to purse things that are extremely ambitious", says Nordhus. "Creating a trilogy of albums felt like it might be just out of our reach, which is what made us want to see if we could do it".  

Though only the beginning of the band's latest epic journey, The Shores of Melancholia pulls a page from across Green Carnation's storied 25-year discography. The album's opening one-two punch landed a direct hit during the band's set yesterday at ProgPower USA. "As Silence Took You" opens its sails with majestic, billowing leads before "In Your Paradise" chugs full steam ahead after the clarion call of a flute. "It makes you want to bang your head a little", Nordhus says with a pleased smile. "I think melancholia suits Green Carnation very well". 

While navigated with the band’s familiar mastery, the view from The Shores of Melancholia is no palatial retreat. "The album reflects the troubled relationship between our personal lives and the external world", Nordhus explains. "It's about losing faith in the world we've come to know and how that leads to an inner dystopia". Judgement day appears around every corner, steering them from the title track’s anxious war-torn tide to the Floydian whirlpools of paranoia that drench "Me, My Enemy". The dark and stormy "The Slave That You Are" even claws back to Green Carnation's budding days in extreme metal thanks to the blackened howl of Enslaved's Grutle Kjellson.

“A lesson learned, now bridges burn”,  Nordhus cries out with impassioned cleans, as if tied to the mast during the album's bright and blazing closer "Too Close to the Flame".   

On A Dark Poem, Part I: The Shores of Melancholia, Green Carnation set sail on an epic journey into a dark night of the soul.  

Current line-up
Kjetil Nordhus - Vocals
Tchort - Guitar
Bjørn Harstad - Guitar
Stein Roger Sordal - Bass
Endre Kirkesola - Keyboards
Jonathan Alejandro Perez – Drums

Recording line-up
Kjetil Nordhus - Vocals
Bjørn Harstad - Guitar, Effects
Stein Roger Sordal - Bass, Guitars, Keyboards
Endre Kirkesola - Keyboards, Synthesizers, Organs, Effects
Jonathan Alejandro Perez – Drums

Guest Musicians
Ingrid Ose - Flute on “In Your Paradise” & “Me My Enemy”.
Grutle Kjellson (Enslaved) – Harsh Vocals on “The Slave That You Are”.
Henning Seldal – Percussion on “Too Close to the Flame”.
 
Production Credits
Recorded at DUB Studio in Kristiansand, Norway
Produced by Endre Kirkesola, Stein Roger Sordal & Kjetil Nordhus.
Sound Engineering by Endre Kirkesola.
Mixed by Endre Kirkesola & Bjørn Harstad
Mastered by Lawrence Mackrory 

Cover Art
Niklas Sundin (https://www.nsundin.com)
 
Photography
Lars Gunnar Liestøl

Bio
George Pacheco
 
Pre-order
https://orcd.co/greencarnationadarkpoem1

Pre-save on Spotify
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Bandcamp: https://greencarnationsom.bandcamp.com/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/green2carnation/
Twitter (X): https://x.com/Green2Carnation
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2vfEaTADayEniT7xbG-XCA
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ZaJhNBAhJ3HjPsWiB9sDc
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/green-carnation/72866964
Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/artist/8192
Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/artist/23079

BATTLE BEAST - unveil brand-new single "Angel of Midnight"

Finland’s power metal force BATTLE BEAST present their fourth single, 'Angel Of Midnight', taken from their highly anticipated upcoming album Steelbound, due for release on October 17th, 2025. The single arrives with a brand-new, visually striking music video.

Built on a catchy hard rock riff, bouncing synths, and the soaring, powerful vocals of Noora Louhimo, 'Angel Of Midnight' once again demonstrates BATTLE BEAST’s mastery in blending infectious hooks with heavy, high-energy metal — a sound that makes you want to dance and headbang all at once.

With Steelbound, BATTLE BEAST continue to refine their unmistakable style, delivering a collection of tracks that balance anthemic power, melodic accessibility, and unrelenting heaviness.

Songwriter and bassist Eero Sipilä comments: 

"I really had an internal battle with writing this one. We’re a heavy metal band. Will we be burned at the stake, for making a hard rock tune with romantic notions? 
Then it hit me: We’re Battle Beast—we can do whatever the hell we want.

‘Midnight’ nods deeply to Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, Whitesnake—all the greats—and makes no qualms about it. So let the feeling carry you, and crank it like it’s 1987." 

Listen to 'Angel Of Midnight' on all platforms: https://battlebeast.bfan.link/angel-of-midnight

Watch the video for 'Angel Of Midnight' Below.

Pre-order the album: https://battlebeast.bfan.link/steelbound-album

To celebrate the album’s release, BATTLE BEAST will hit the road for a major European tour, kicking off October 17 at Hamburg’s Inselpark Arena — their biggest German headline show to date. The tour will run through mid-December, featuring DOMINUM as special guests and Swedish power metal force MAJESTICA as openers.

BATTLE BEAST is:
Noora Louhimo | vocals
Eero Sipilä | bass
Joona Björkroth | guitars
Juuso Soinio | guitars
Janne Björkroth | keyboards
Pyry Vikki | drums

Melodic Death Metal Newcomers THE HUNT Debut First Song, "Erratic," with Music Video

Melodic death metal rising stars THE HUNT are now making their debut with the searing new single, "Erratic," along with blistering performance video! The clip, which was directed by Gabriel Connor.

THE HUNT frontman Tony Rauser comments, "'Erratic' is a song that embodies my own experience with anxiety. It's a visceral reaction to a helpless feeling."

Influenced by iconic bands across the genre like At The Gates, In Flames, Children Of Bodom, and others, The Hunt brings a unique blend of memorable guitar riffs, victorious melodies, and aggressive, dynamic vocal interplay to the stage.

The single is the precursor to a forthcoming EP from the band, for which more will be revealed soon... stay tuned!

In addition, THE HUNT will be performing a hometown show tomorrow, September 5, at Knucklehead Hollywood in Los Angeles, CA. Tickets can be found HERE.

The Hunt Live U.S. Shows:

09/05: Los Angeles, CA @ Knucklehead Hollywood [TICKETS]

The Hunt is a Melodic Death Metal band originally from Redwood City, California, known regionally for their unique blend of Bay Area Melodic Death Metal. The band is fronted by Tony Rauser, features world class lead guitarist Cameron Stucky (Darkness Everywhere, Sea in the Sky), Jacob Lauing (Phantom Code, ex-Terrestria) on Drums / backing vocals and Dan Saltzman (Illucinus, Fleshspoil) on Bass / backing vocals.

Influenced by iconic bands across the genre like At The Gates, In Flames, Children Of Bodom, and others, The Hunt brings a unique blend of memorable guitar riffs, victorious melodies, and aggressive, dynamic vocal interplay to the stage. The Hunt's lyrics often explore themes of survival, death, triumph, the human experience, and much more.

THE HUNT Lineup:

Tony Rauser (Vocals / Guitar)

Cameron Stucky (Lead Guitar / Backing Vocals)

Dan Saltzman (Bass / Backing Vocals) 

Jacob Lauing (Drums / Backing Vocals)

Mixed and Mastered by Julian Gargiulo 

Links:

BANDCAMP

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

YOUTUBE

APPLE MUSIC

SPOTIFY

INSTAGRAM

FACEBOOK

MERCH STORE

Photo by: Cameron Nunez

RYAN AND RORY TURN UP THE HEAT WITH NEW SMALL-TOWN ANTHEM “GIRLS ARE PRETTY” – OUT NOW

BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s rising duo Ryan and Rory are back with a freewheeling ode to small-town temptation in their latest release, “Girls Are Pretty,” out now. Listen HERE.

Co-written with and produced by Grammy award-winning hitmaker Chris DeStefano, “Girls Are Pretty” trades neon lights for pine trees, hand-me-down trucks, and gravel roads that lead to a whole lotta heaven. The playful, pedal-down release is built to be a soundtrack for Friday nights and backroad drives. With hooks as undeniable as their harmonies, Ryan and Rory lean into the spirit of youthful adventure and small-town charm that has quickly become their signature.

"’Girls Are Pretty’ is about hometowns,” says Ryan Follesé. “I left mine for the big city; however, once I got settled, I couldn't wait to get back home. 'Girls Are Pretty' celebrates the magnetic pull of hometown memories.”

With standout releases like “Together Again (feat. Jamey Johnson)” and “Them Boots,” plus a growing list of major tour credits, Ryan and Rory are steadily carving out their own lane in country music. Blending legacy, charisma, and undeniable hooks, the duo’s breakout year shows no signs of slowing down. “Girls Are Pretty” is the next chapter in their story and proof that when the pedal’s down and the hook hits just right, country music’s future is already here.

Having already toured alongside Sam Hunt, Jamey Johnson, Brett Young, and Tyler Braden, the duo will continue building momentum this fall as they join John Morgan and James Barker Band on the road.

“The crowds in Canada were incredible earlier this year, and we’ve been itching to come back,” says Rory John Zak. “We couldn’t be more stoked to hit the road with James Barker Band for round two, and then kick off the party out west with our buddy John Morgan the day after Thanksgiving.” 

2025 TOUR DATES | Tickets HERE
Nov 14—Winnipeg, Canada*
Nov 15—Yorkton, Canada*
Nov 17—Brandon, Canada*
Nov 19—Lloydminster, Canada*
Nov 20—Moose Jaw, Canada*
Nov 21—Edmonton, Canada*
Nov 22—Red Deer, Canada*
Nov 23—Saskatoon, Canada*
Nov 24—Lethbridge, Canada*
Nov 26—Medicine Hat, Canada*
Nov 27—Calgary, Canada*
Nov 28—Denver, CO~
Nov 29—Colorado Springs, CO~
Nov 30—Grand Junction, CO~
Dec 4—Great Falls, MT~
Dec 5—Spokane, WA~
Dec 6—Tacoma, WA~
Dec 7—Portland, OR~
Dec 9—Roseville, CA~
Dec 10—San Diego, CA~
* - James Barker Band dates
~ - John Morgan’s Friends Like That Tour

About Ryan and Rory:
BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s breakout duo Ryan and Rory “are bursting onto the scene” (Country Swag) with their self-titled debut EP & viral momentum to match. Named a SiriusXM Highway Find, their high-energy track “Pour Decisions” launched the six-song project, which includes the Billboard “must-hear” anthem “This Town.” They’ve continued to build buzz with “What’s Mine Is Yours,” a standout ballad, & the rowdy fan-favorite “Truck Stop,” now shifting into high gear with a growing online following. Ryan Follesé, an American Music Award winning Nashville native & 2X PLATINUM-selling songwriter, brings a legacy of success as the former frontman of Hot Chelle Rae. Rory John Zak, a powerhouse vocalist & multi-instrumentalist from North Carolina, delivers harmonies & a magnetic live presence built across 300+ shows annually. They’ve toured with Sam Hunt, Jamey Johnson, Brett Young & Tyler Braden, made a celebrated debut on the Grand Ole Opry stage, & were praised by MusicRow as “poised to make major waves on the country music scene.” With “commercial polish & honest storytelling” (The Tennessean), Ryan and Rory are “the next heir apparent to the country duo throne” (Country Swag), & “poised to be a staple on countless playlists” (PopCulture). Their latest releases showcase both heart and fun: “Together Again (feat. Jamey Johnson),” a decades-in-the-making, cross-generational collaboration, and “Them Boots,” a swaggering anthem that has audiences turning any empty space into a makeshift dance floor. Adding to the momentum, the duo delivers a freewheeling ode to small-town temptation with “Girls Are Pretty,” a playful, pedal-down track that makes every gravel road feel like a whole lotta heaven. Ryan and Rory will continue building on that buzz this fall as they hit the road with John Morgan and James Barker Band.

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1916 Drops New Single “Upon the Green” Produced by Ted Hutt ​

1916, the boundary-pushing rock band known for blending classic rock grit with Irish punk, straight-up punk, rockabilly, and more, unleashes their latest single, “Upon the Green.” This is the third release from their highly anticipated full-length album, Conscience of Kings, due next spring, and it proves once again why 1916 is a force to be reckoned with in modern rock. Produced by Ted Hutt (Flogging Molly, Dropkick Murphys), the track smashes expectations with high-energy riffs, driving rhythms, and unrelenting attitude.

 

“We had a bet! It was 2 in the morning at Sonic Ranch in Tornillo, TX and we were still a track short for the album,” said Hutt. “I bet you can't come up with a song worthy of its place on the record by tomorrow morning. Billy grabbed the nearest guitar, shuffled off with it, a bag of chips, and a bottle of Bushmills single malt, and by 10 the next morning had a completely new song—and it was a banger!! We just had to put it on the record!”

 

Since their formation, 1916 has been carving out a sound all their own—fusing raw rock energy, Irish punk attitude, and rockabilly swagger into songs that hit hard but never feel formulaic. Their live shows are as explosive as their recordings, earning them a devoted fanbase and critical acclaim alike. Conscience of Kings promises to be their most dynamic work yet, showcasing the band’s versatility and fearless approach to genre-blending.

About 1916:

 

Hailing from upstate NY, Celtic rockers 1916 are an explosive concoction of the modern Irish Punk movement with an original mix of psychobilly which gives 1916 a sound that stands apart from other bands of the genre.

 

Starting as an acoustic duo in 2006, singer Billy Herring and original drummer Steve LaDue played the traditional Irish ballads of the Dubliners and Wolfe Tones in the local pubs in and around their home-town of Rochester, NY.  They decided to call themselves 1916 to get people interested in Irish history.  In 2010 they took the music to a new level with the addition of electric guitars, traditional instruments, and a full drum set.  Within a few months of trying their new sound, 1916 were opening for the likes of the Dropkick Murphys, 21 Pilots, and New Politics, among other national acts.

 

On St. Patrick’s Day of 2012, 1916 released their first studio album, A Drop of the Pure, to rave reviews.  That same year, 1916 became the first band from Rochester, NY to get their own Pandora station with the addition of their music to the Pandora genome project.  With their music now reaching a global audience, the boys would soon gain fans all over the world.

The following year, 1916 released their sophomore album, Stand Up & Fight.  This new album, featuring a collection of covers and originals, had a more polished sound than the raw punk feel of  A Drop of the Pure.  This new full length album also featured more traditional Irish instruments to give the new LP a fun and full sound.

 

As the band continued to evolve, they kept touring and playing as many shows as possible.  With bigger audiences came a larger fan base for 1916 to interact with.  The band has always enjoyed hanging out with the crowd both pre- and post- shows.

 

In November of 2014, the guys went back into the studio to begin recording their third album, Last Call for Heroes.  Released in December of 2015, Last Call for Heroes was met with great enthusiasm from critics.  Named one of the “best punk albums of 2016,” both home and abroad, the new album appeared to have given the band the momentum they needed to move forward.

 

Mandolin player Jon Kane joined the band in early 2016, just before the boys hit the road to join Flogging Molly on their Salty Dog Cruise.  After a whirlwind spring of touring through the Bahamas and Europe, Jon was just what the band needed as he brought his energetic and fun stage persona into the fold.

The sound had certainly become streamlined and unique, but it wasn’t until 2017 that upright bassist Ryan Hurley would join 1916 to give the band the final integral piece that gives the music its psychobilly flavor. Soon after Ryan joined the band, 1916 further expanded their sound by the addition of accordion player Sam Sarratori to the crew!

 

Then…Covid hit in 2020. The band had just settled into a groove where they were poised for a northeastern US tour alongside a new live album. All that had to be put on hold indefinitely until further notice. After a year on hold, Billy knew something needed to be done to get momentum going again for his band. With that in mind, he packed up and moved to Nashville TN in order to give the music of 1916 more visibility. It was around this time the band welcomed the thundering drums of Chad Paetznick to take over behind the kit.

 

1916 has since been picked up by TLG|ROCK for a distribution deal for not only their fifth full length studio album Revolutions, but for their sixth LP, titled Conscience of Kings. This new record is being produced by Grammy Award winning musician & producer Ted Hutt at the legendary Sonic Ranch Studios in El Paso Texas.

1916 is:
Billy Herring - Lead Vocals/Guitar/Banjo

Ryan Hurley - Upright Bass/Back-Up Vocals

Chad Paetznick - Drums

 Sam Sarratori - Accordion/ Sunday Sauce

For More Information Please Visit:

 

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Ne Obliviscaris Announce 2025 North American Tour

After a blistering run on the European summer festival circuit, Ne Obliviscaris are returning to North America this November. Over the course of a 2 hour show, the progressive metal maestros will perform both their latest critically-acclaimed album Exul and the groundbreaking Citadel, which recently celebrated its 10th anniversary. This is the band's first headlining tour of North America with new harsh vocalist James Dorton and original drummer Dan Presland.

Ne Obliviscaris will be joined on all 27 dates by progressive death metal progenitors Rivers of Nihil and their fellow Aussies Psycroptic.

"When we come back to the United States and Canada this November and December for a very special headline tour, things are going to be bigger in every way", Ne Obliviscaris says. "We'll be performing both Exul and Citadel in full during a 2 hour show. Joining us as special guests are Rivers of Nihil, who will be playing their new self-titled album and album of the year contender in full, and our fellow Aussies in the amazing Psycroptic".  

General tickets and VIP go on sale this Friday, August 29 at 10 am local time.

Artist pre-sale code: CITADEL25

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Ne Obliviscaris 2025 North American Headline Tour
with Rivers of Nihil & Psycroptic

November 5 - Denver, CO @ Gothic Theater [TICKETS]
November 7 - Dallas, TX @ Echo Music Hall [TICKETS]
November 8 - Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live [TICKETS]
November 9 - Austin, TX@ Come and Take It Live [TICKETS]
November 10 - New Orleans, LA @ Southport Music Hall [TICKETS]
November 11 - Pensacola, FL @ Vinyl Music Hall [TICKETS]
November 12 - Tampa, FL @ Orpheum Outdoors [TICKETS]
November 14 - Jacksonville, FL @ The Albatross  [TICKETS]
November 15 - Greensboro, NC @ Hangar 1819 [TICKETS]
November 17 - Baltimore, MD @ Soundstage [TICKETS]
November 18 - Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Monarch [TICKETS]
November 19 - Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club [TICKETS]
November 20 - Montreal, QC @ Beanfield Theatre [TICKETS]
November 21 - Toronto, ON @ Phoenix Concert Theater [TICKETS]
November 22 - Joliet, IL @ The Forge [TICKETS]
November 23 - Fort Wayne, IN @ Piere's Entertainment Center [TICKETS]
November 25- Minneapolis, MN @ Fine Line [TICKETS]
November 26 - Winnipeg, MB @ Exchange Event Centre [TICKETS]
November 27 - Regina, SK @ The Exchange [TICKETS]
November 29 - Edmonton, AB @ Starlite [TICKETS]
November 30 - Calgary, AB @ Palace Theater [TICKETS]
December 2 - Vancouver, BC @ The Pearl [TICKETS]
December 3 - Seattle, WA @ El Corazon [TICKETS]
December 4 - Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theater [TICKETS]
December 5 - Roseville, CA @ Goldfield [TICKETS]
December 6 - San Jose, CA @ The Ritz  [TICKETS]
December 7 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Belasco [TICKETS]

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

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https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/NeOCitadelRemaster 

https://neobliviscaris.fanlink.tv/Citadel

Downswing Sign to MNRK, Announce "And Everything Was Dark" Out 10/24, Share "For What It's Worth"

Darkness isn't merely a theme for Downswing — it's the environment they've learned to endure.
 
The Albany, New York outfit cultivates a heavy atmosphere and melodic depth, stripping away emotional armor and calloused defenses to reveal something raw and defiantly honest. The band’s new album, And Everything Was Dark, serves as both a mission statement and a bold leap forward. 

It arrives October 24 via MNRK, the band's new label home. Pre-order it here.

The band shares the video for first single "For What It's Worth" (Feat. Travis Moseley of Colorblind). Watch it below.

The song is a bleak outburst of betrayal, confusion, and emotional fallout. 

"As a collective going into the studio, we knew that 'For What It's Worth' was a heavy favorite," says vocalist Harrison Seanor. "Right from the opening riff, it just has that energy, that drive. It's hard not to bang your head."

Since 2016, Downswing have steadily evolved into a powerhouse of modern metal and groove. The group's current incarnation emphasizes big choruses, bigger breakdowns, atmosphere, and emotion. "This is the first time it feels like we're doing exactly what we want,” says Seanor, who joined the band in 2020. "We're not chasing any specific trend or scene. We’re Downswing."

Downswing are comprised of Seanor, guitarist Anthony Salvaggio, bassist Chris Arnold, and drummer Nick Manzella. Created with a focus on clarity and impact, And Everything Was Dark builds on the sonic foundation of their earlier work while boldly venturing into new territory. Gargantuan riffs and breakdowns intertwine with massive hooks, textures, and lyrics that resonate deeper than ever before. Downswing formed in 2018 and quickly made waves with their unique blend of metallic hardcore aggression and groove-driven heaviness. Early releases, such as the Dark Side of the Mind EP (2017) and Good Intentions (2020), cultivated a dedicated following in the underground and earned the band a reputation for high intensity. In a glowing 9/10 review, New Transcendence said 2022's New Lows EP "packs a hefty punch" and "a stellar appetizer to whatever is up next in the band's bright future." The Let This Life Devour You EP arrived in 2024.

Downswing are touring this September, opening for He Is Legend, who are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their Suck Out the Poison album. All dates are below.

DOWNSWING ON TOUR:
WITH HE IS LEGEND, EYES SET TO KILL, + TEETH:  
9/12 — Brooklyn, NY — The Meadows
9/13 —Lowell, MA — Tafetta
9/14 — Hamden, CT — Space Ballroom
9/16 — Philadelphia, PA — Johnny Brenda’s
9/17 — Albany, NY — Empire Underground
9/18 — Buffalo, NY — Rec Room
9/19 — Pittsburgh, PA — Preserving Underground
9/20 — Detroit, MI — The Sanctuary 
9/21 — Cudahy, WI — X-Ray Arcade 
9/23 — Joliet, IL — The Forge
9/24 — Covington, KY — Madison Theater
9/25 — Asheville, NC — Eulogy
9/26 —Raleigh, NC — Chapel Of Bones
*No Teeth

DOWNSWING ARE:
Harrison Seanor — Vocals
Anthony Salvaggio — Guitar
Chris Arnold — Bass
Nick Manzella — Drums

NEW DELUXE VERSION OF LAINEY WILSON’S AWARD-WINNING ALBUM WHIRLWIND OUT NOW

The new deluxe version of Lainey Wilson’s award-winning album, Whirlwind, is out now via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. Stream/purchase HERE.

In addition to Whirlwind’s original 14 songs, the new extended edition features five additional tracks: “Bell Bottoms Up,” “King Ranch, King George, King James,” “Yesterday, All Day, Every Day,” “Peace, Love, and Cowboys” and Wilson’s current single, “Somewhere Over Laredo,” which debuted earlier this summer and continues to rise on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart.

Released to overwhelming attention from fans and critics alike, “Somewhere Over Laredo” was the most added song at country radio at impact, garnered over 1.16 million streams across platforms in its first 24 hours (Wilson’s biggest first day of streaming to date) and earned widespread praise from outlets such as CBS Mornings, Rolling Stone and Billboard, who called it “one of her most commanding, dynamic vocal performances to date, crescendo-ing from a soft-focus, tender vocal, before gradually reaching into her upper register for powerful moments that heighten the song’s emotional acuity.”

In celebration of the new music, Wilson recently kicked off the U.S. leg of her sold-out Whirlwind World Tour, which includes upcoming stops at Los Angeles’ Kia Forum, New York’s Madison Square Garden, Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, Austin’s Moody Center and Baton Rouge’s Raising Cane’s River Center (two nights) among many others. Following this run, Wilson will perform a series of shows in Australia and New Zealand early next year. See below for the complete itinerary, full details can be found at www.laineywilson.com/tour.

In the midst of a monumental year, Wilson also won four awards at the 60th ACM Awards earlier this spring—Entertainer of the Year (her second consecutive win), Female Artist of the Year (her third consecutive win), Album of the Year (Whirlwind) and Artist-Songwriter of the Year—performed during the Dallas Cowboys’ Thanksgiving Halftime Show and won two awards at the 58th CMA Awards, where she made her hosting debut alongside Peyton Manning and Luke Bryan. Wilson also recently launched her fourth collection with Wrangler, as well as her own boot (Golden West Boots) and jewelry lines (The Lainey Wilson Jewelry Collection).

The 16x ACM, 9x CMA and Grammy Award-winner and Grand Ole Opry member is a prolific, sought-after songwriter who has scored eight #1 hits including “4x4xU,” “Wildflowers And Wild Horses,” “Watermelon Moonshine” and the 2x PLATINUM Certified “Heart Like A Truck,” in addition to award-winning collaborations with Cole Swindell (“Never Say Never”), Jelly Roll (“Save Me”) and HARDY (“wait in the truck”). Moreover, Wilson wrote and recorded “Out of Oklahoma” for the Twisters movie and has collaborated with artists such as Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert, Dolly Parton, Post Malone and more. She will also make her feature film acting debut in next year’s adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s Reminders of Him, after first acting in Paramount’s hit television series, Yellowstone.

LAINEY WILSON CONFIRMED TOUR DATES
August 22—Sacramento, CA—Golden 1 Center*
August 23—Los Angeles, CA—Kia Forum*
August 28—Calgary, AB—Scotiabank Saddledome*
August 29—Edmonton, AB—Rogers Place*
August 30—Saskatoon, SK—SaskTel Centre*
September 11—Baton Rouge, LA—Raising Cane’s River Center†
September 12—Baton Rouge, LA—Raising Cane’s River Center†
September 13—Bossier City, LA—Brookshire Grocery Arena†
September 18—Austin, TX—Moody Center‡
September 19—Fort Worth, TX—Dickies Arena‡
September 20—Houston, TX—The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman ‡
September 25—Toronto, ON—Budweiser Stage§
September 26—Clarkston, MI—Pine Knob Music Theatre§
September 27—Grand Rapids, MI—Van Andel Arena§
October 2—Nashville, TN—Bridgestone Arena||
October 3—Noblesville, IN—Ruoff Music Center§
October 4—Cleveland, OH—Blossom Music Center§
October 9—Columbia, MD—Merriweather Post Pavilion§
October 10—New York, NY—Madison Square Garden§
October 11—Mansfield, MA—Xfinity Center§
October 16—St. Louis, MO—Hollywood Casio Amphitheatre||
October 17—Rosemont, IL—Allstate Arena||
October 18—Saint Paul, MN—Xcel Energy Center||
October 24—Knoxville, TN—Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center#
October 25—Charlotte, NC—Spectrum Center#
November 7—Tampa, FL—Amalie Arena#
November 8—Orlando, FL—Kia Center#
December 7—Las Vegas, NV—Lainey Wilson: Wildflowers & Wild Horses
February 6—Auckland, New Zealand—Spark Arena~
February 8—Christchurch, New Zealand—Wolfbrook Arena~
February 11—Brisbane, Australia—Brisbane Entertainment Centre~
February 12—Brisbane, Australia—Brisbane Entertainment Centre~
February 14—Newcastle, Australia—Howlin’ Country~
February 16—Sydney, Australia—Qudos Bank Arena~
February 19—Melbourne, Australia—Rod Laver Arena~
February 20—Melbourne, Australia—Rod Laver Arena~
February 22—Adelaide, Australia—Adelaide Entertainment Centre Arena~
February 26—Perth, Australia—RAC Center~ 

*with special guests ERNEST and Kaitlin Butts
†with special guests ERNEST and Maddox Batson
‡with special guests Muscadine Bloodline and Drake Milligan
§with special guests Muscadine Bloodline and Lauren Watkins
||with special guests Muscadine Bloodline and Maddox Batson
#with special guests ERNEST and Drake Milligan
~with special guests Flatland Cavalry and Kaitlin Butts 

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Death Metal Force NO RAZA Unveils Powerful New Video for "Savage Strength"! ​   

US death metal force NO RAZA, originally from Colombia, just dropped a new music video for their track "Savage Strength" from the latest album, Tyrona, out now on Noble Demon.

"'Savage Strength' is a fierce anthem honoring the true guardians of our planet - wildlife", the band states. "The lyrics channel raw power and urgency, reminding us that while humans are invaders destroying balance, nature continues to resist, fight back, and reclaim its place. This song is not just music, it’s a call to respect, protect, and recognize the wild as the ultimate force of resilience and wisdom. The countdown has begun… and nature will prevail."

Watch the video for "Savage Strength" below.

Furthermore, NO RAZA are hitting the road for a run of North American shows this September. Be sure to catch the band on the following dates:

9/12 Club Underground - Minneapolis - MN
9/13 Northern Wisonsin Metalfest - WI
9/15 LiveWireLounge - IL
9/17 Howlin Wolf - New Orleans - LA
9/19 Albatross - Jacksonville - FL
9/20 South FL (TBA)

About NO RAZA:

 

From the landscapes of Colombia, forged in 1997, death metal powerhouse NO RAZA has taken root in Florida, USA, continuing their relentless sonic assault. More than just a band, NO RAZA delivers a visceral experience, their live staging a stark recreation of a world ravaged by conflict. Through their crushing riffs and guttural pronouncements, they embody the spirit of resistance, standing as sentinels of truth, fiercely defending ancestral cultures and the remnants of a world teetering on the brink.

Thorugh the years, the band has performed on international stages across Mexico, the UK, the USA, and Colombia, sharing the spotlight with renowned bands at major festivals and tours.

After releasing three solid full-length studio albums between 2004 and 2014, NO RAZA was one of the very first signings of Germany-based metal record label Noble Demon (est. 2019) and successfully released their latest masterpiece, "Transcending Material Sins", back in 2020. Now, five years after that success, this powerful alliance is reignited with the unveiling of "Tyrona", the band's newest masterpiece. 
Get the album HERE

For More Information Please Visit:

https://www.noraza.net/
https://www.facebook.com/NORAZAMETAL/
https://www.instagram.com/norazaofficial/
https://twitter.com/NoRazaOficial

https://linktr.ee/nobledemon 

Anciients Add New Dates to 2025 North American Tour

Starting this week, Anciients are kicking off their first U.S. tour in 8 years. The heavy, heady and heartfelt Canucks are performing their latest Canadian Grammy-winning opus throughout the American North and Southwest. Along the way, the band will make a few stops down south around their appearance at ProgPower USA. After this month-long run is over, it won't be long before they return to the road.   

Today, Anciients are announcing the next leg of their North American tour in support of Beyond the Reach of the Sun. In October and November, the band will bring their new album to Eastern Canada for the first time as well as major cities across the East Coast and Midwest. Joining them for the bulk of these dates are Music City heavy jamming psych-wizards Howling Giant. 

"It's been a long time coming", Anciients' frontman Kenny Cook says. "We're ready to hit the road hard!"

Get tickets for Anciients' 2025 North American Tour
https://www.season-of-mist.com/bands/anciients/

Anciients' 2025 North American Tour
with Dawn of Ouroboros, Armed for Apocalypse, Nott, Exist and Howling Giant

August 27 - Seattle, WA @ Substation [TICKETS]*
August 28 - Portland, OR @ Dante's [TICKETS]*
August 29 - Boise, ID @ The Shredder [TICKETS]**
August 30 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Aces High Saloon [TICKETS]**
August 31 - Colorado Springs, CO @ What's Left Records [TICKETS]**
September 2 - Oklahoma City, OK @ 89th Street [TICKETS]**
September 4 - Atlanta, GA @ ProgPower USA [TICKETS]
September 5 - Gastonia, NC @ The Rooster [TICKETS]***
September 6 - New Orleans, LA @ No Dice [TICKETS]***
September 7 - Austin, TX @ Come And Take It [TICKETS]***
September 8 - Houston, TX @ Pub 529 [TICKETS]****
September 9 - Dallas, TX @ TX Tea Room [TICKETS]****
September 11 - Phoenix, AZ @ Nile Underground [TICKETS]*****
September 12 - San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick [TICKETS]*****
September 13 - Los Angeles, CA @ Knucklehead [TICKETS]*****
September 14 - San Francisco, CA @ Thee Parkside [TICKETS]*****
September 16 - Sacramento, CA @ Cafe Colonel [TICKETS]*****
September 17 - Reno, NV @ The Cellar*****
September 18 - Eugene, OR @ John Henry's [TICKETS]******
September 19 - Richland, WA @ Ray's Golden Lion [TICKETS]******
September 20 - Bellingham, WA @ The Shakedown [TICKETS]******
October 29 - Saskatoon, SK @ Black Cat [TICKETS]
October 30 - Regina, SK @ The Exchange [TICKETS]
October 31 - Winnipeg, ON @ Sidestage [TICKETS]
November 1 - Sioux Falls, ND @ Bigs Bar [TICKETS]
November 2 - Des Moines, IA @ Lefty's Live Music [TICKETS]
November 3 - Cudahy, WI @ X-Ray Arcade [TICKETS]
November 4 - Columbus, OH @ Ace of Cups [TICKETS]^
November 5 - Indianapolis, IN @ Black Circle [TICKETS]^
November 6 - Chicago, IL @ Live Wire Lounge [TICKETS]^
November 7 - Toronto, ON @ Lee's Palace [TICKETS]^
November 8 - Montreal, QC @ Piranha Bar [TICKETS]^
November 9 - Ottawa, ON @ Dominion Tavern [TICKETS]^
November 11 - Boston, MA @ O'Briens [TICKETS]^
November 12 - Portland, OR @ Geno's [TICKETS]^
November 13 - Providence, RI @ The Parlour [TICKETS]^
November 14 - New York City, NY @ Woodshop [TICKETS]^
November 15 - Philadelphia, PA @ Kung Fu Necktie [TICKETS]^
November 16 - Baltimore, MD @ Mobtown Ballroom [TICKETS]^
November 19 - Chattanooga, TN @ JJ's Bohemia [TICKETS]^
November 20 - Huntsville, AL @ Mad Malts [TICKETS]^
November 21 - Jacksonville, FL @ The Albatross [TICKETS]^
November 22 - Bradenton, FL @ Obscura [TICKETS]^
November 25 - Kansas City, MO @ Record Bar [TICKETS]
November 26 - Denver, CO @ The Black Buzzard [TICKETS]
November 28 - Missoula, MT @ Zacc [TICKETS]
* w/ Dawn of Ouroboros + Nott
** w/ Dawn of Ouroboros
*** w/ Dawn of Ouroboros + Exist
**** w/ Armed for Apocalypse + Exist
***** w/ Armed for Apocalyspe
****** w/ Armed for Apocalyspe + Nott
^w/ Howling Giant

Beyond the Reach of the Sun is available now on Season of Mist.

Order & Stream
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Watch the new video for "Is It Your God" on the Season of Mist YouTube channel.

https://youtu.be/QYAjywHYNZA

"'Is It Your God' asks how someone can believe in a higher power when given a life full of despair and anguish", Cook says. "Do you continue to restrict your happiness while living this life, in hopes of joy for eternity? Or do you question whether it's all for nothing?"

The Acacia Strain Announce "Tune Low Die Slow Ho Ho" 2025

THE ACACIA STRAIN  — Vincent Bennett, vocals; Devin Shidaker, lead guitar; Griffin Landa, bass; Mike Mulholland, guitar; and Matt Guglielmo, drums — are are once again spreading a massive and metallic dose of holiday cheer this December. The band has announce "Tune Low Die Slow Ho Ho" 2025. The two-day, annual holiday extravaganza is set for Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14 at Empire Live in Albany, New York.

Tickets go on sale on Friday, August 29 at 10am ET. Get tickets here.

"Merry TASMAS, Round Two," says Bennett. "Everyone has an Xmas festival now. Guess what? Next year, we are doing Thanksgiving. Come pit and be merry!"

How can you deny an invite like that?

The daily lineups are below, with The Acacia Strain headlining both nights for a one-two punch to the throat.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13:
The Acacia Strain
Skinless
Fuming Mouth
Gates to Hell
No Cure
Azshara
Horse Grave
NOIR
Surfaced

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14:
The Acacia Strain
Full of Hell
On Broken Wings
Jivebomb
Jarhead Fertilizer
Flatwounds
Sunbloc
Evil Mind
Violent Streets

The Acacia Strain recently announced their upcoming album You Are Safe From God Here. It arrives on October 24 via Rise Records. Pre-order it here.

BLAKE SHELTON ANNOUNCES RETURN TO THE COLOSSEUM AT CAESARS PALACE JANUARY 15 – 31, 2026

Country music’s unabashed ambassador, Blake Shelton, is returning to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, with eight performances scheduled from January 15 – 31, 2026.

“We had so much fun earlier this year, I figured—why not do it again,” said Shelton. “This time we’re gonna do it more country, with more cocktails, and probably make a few more questionable decisions. Let’s go, Vegas.”

Tickets will go on sale to the public Thursday, Aug. 28 at 10 a.m. PT. Blake Shelton fans will have access to a presale beginning Friday, Aug. 22 at 10 a.m. PT.

Citi is the official card of the Blake Shelton: Live in Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Friday, Aug. 22 at 10 a.m. PT until Wednesday, Aug. 27 at 10 p.m. PT through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visitwww.citientertainment.com.

A Seated presale will begin Friday, Aug. 22 at 2 p.m. PT. In addition, Caesars Rewards members, Caesars Entertainment’s loyalty program, as well as Ole Red, Live Nation and Ticketmaster customers, will have access to a presale beginning Monday, Aug. 25 at 10 a.m. PT. All presales will end Wednesday, Aug. 27 at 10 p.m. PT.

Tickets to the following eight shows can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com/BlakeSheltonVegas, with all shows scheduled to begin at 8 p.m.

January 2026: 15, 18, 21, 23, 24, 28, 30, 31

Armed with 30 #1 hits—including his latest chart-topper, “Texas,” and current radio smash, “Stay Country or Die Tryin’”— Shelton will unleash his signature, unmistakable and raucous energy on Las Vegas, guaranteed to bring the house down. Fans can expect a powerhouse set packed with fan favorites and brand-new music from his critically acclaimed album, For Recreational Use Only.

About Blake Shelton:
With 30 No. 1 singles, 52 million singles and 13 million albums sold and nearly 11 billion global streams, Blake Shelton has received numerous awards, including six ACMs, three AMAs, ten CMAs, 11 CMTs and six People’s Choice, among many others. His debut BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville album, For Recreational Use Only, was recently released and the 12-track album, his first in nearly four years, features his No. 1 Wheelhouse Records single “Texas,” the poignant “Let Him In Anyway,” his current single, “Stay Country or Die Tryin’” and includes appearances by Gwen Stefani, John Anderson and Craig Morgan. 

Shelton kickstarted the year with his Live In Las Vegas Residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Earlier this year, he wrapped his Friends & Heroes Tour, which featured Craig Morgan, Deana Carter, Trace Adkins, and Emily Ann Roberts, and spent the summer playing a variety of festivals. The Grand Ole Opry member also remains focused on his Ole Red partnership with Ryman Hospitality, with locations currently in Tishomingo, Nashville, Gatlinburg, Orlando, and most recently, Las Vegas, with a stand-alone venue complete with a roof-top stage and bar on the Las Vegas strip.

Look for Shelton this fall in The Road, a gritty new CBS series he co-produced alongside Taylor Sheridan, David Glasser, Lee Metzger, and headliner Keith Urban. The show follows aspiring artists on a relentless national tour, offering a raw, behind-the-scenes look at the highs, lows, and hard truths of chasing a dream from the road.

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TESTAMENT | ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM PARA BELLUM + RELEASE MUSIC VIDEO FOR 'INFANTICIDE A.I.'

Bay Area thrash metal icons TESTAMENT returns this Fall with their fourteenth studio album, Para Bellum. The album which will be released on October 10th via Nuclear Blast Records stands as both a battle cry and an observation of humanity's uneasy alliance with its own creations. As technology accelerates and disconnection grows, Para Bellum sees TESTAMENT reflecting the modern chaos through music that’s urgent, sharp, and unflinchingly human.

Today, TESTAMENT deliver one of their most intense songs they've written to date, 'Infanticide A.I.'. Lead by the blinding speed of their new drummer Chris Dovas, the band shows off its musical talent far beyond their expected norms. Watch the music video for 'Infanticide A.I.'' directed by Joey Durango, here: https://youtu.be/Gtw3lcQvyPU

TESTAMENT's Chuck Billycomments, "The new album Para Bellum consists of some fast, heavy and melodic tunes. Once again Peterson has found a way to keep the song writing fresh and modern sounding. It’s gonna be hard to choose what songs to play live cause to many to choose from."

TESTAMENT's Eric Petersonstates,"It’s been 5 years since our last recordTitans Of Creationwas released. Since then, we all waited to get back to it and we all did in a big way! Now our long over due new recordPara Bellumis upon us and about to be released in October. We are super stoked and excited to release new blood and fury to you all! With our first single 'Infanticide A.I.' we’re coming out swinging! But with new velocities of fury, while maintaining a balance that we all love and know from a Testament track, enjoy!"

Stream 'Infanticide A.I.' here
https://testament.bfan.link/infanticide-a-i

Pre-order or pre-save Para Bellum on the format of your choice here:
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Para Bellum was recorded with Juan Urteaga, mixed by Jens Bogren at Fascination Street Studios, and was mastered by Tony Lindgren at Fascination Street Studios. The album is extremely polished and operating at full throttle. The band once again enlisted Eliran Kantor tocreate the album artwork. In an era flooded by AI-generated imagery. the hand painted creation encapsulates the album’s essence: a serene angel made of missiles, an explosion turned halo, surrounded by shovel-bearing cultists with books strapped to their faces.

From first note to last breath, Para Bellum is an album by warriors—crafted in chaos, and built to outlast the wars to come! 

TESTAMENT is:
Chuck Billy | Vocals
Eric Peterson | Guitar
Alex Skolnick | Guitar
Steve DiGiorgio | Bass
Chris Dovas | Drums

Der Weg einer Freiheit Release Searing New Single "Marter"

Since their formation in 2009, Der Weg einer Freiheit have carved out a singular place in modern black metal. While rooted in the genre’s foundations, these Germans are constantly evolving. On their upcoming sixth album, they turn inward with devastating clarity. Innern tunnels toward collapse and into silence before finally reaching a place of personal transformation.

Today, Der Weg einer Freiheit are releasing the second advanced single from Innern. “Marter” is the album’s searing opener, a harrowing plunge into its core themes of isolation, dissolution and the fragile possibility of release.  

Watch the video for “Marter” below.

Innern comes out September 12th on Season of Mist

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As the opening track from Innern, “Marter” sets the tone for an album that peers inward, confronting pain not as an end, but as a threshold. The song is defined by its contrasts: unrelenting yet fragile, crushing yet imbued with fleeting moments of calm. Opening with mournful restraint, it slowly uncoils into a storm of relentless tremolo-picked guitars. Intricate yet punishing blast beats from Tobias Schuler rumble beneath the grounding weight of Alan Noruspur’s bass. Nikita Kamprad and Nicolas Rausch’s layered guitars oscillate between ferocity and elegiac stillness as Kamprad’s vocals shift from anguished cries to whispered resignation.

On “Marter”, Der Weg einer Freiheit contemplate identity, rebirth and the futility of clinging to words that fall on deaf ears. The lyrics’ imagery of burning throats, collapsing voices and the pull of the stars frames suffering as both torment and an avenue toward renewal. The repeated surrender, “Nimm sie alle, meine Schreie…”(“Take them all, my screams…”), dissolves personal agony into something vast and cosmic.

The lyric video for “Marter” was created by Riivata Visuals.

DER WEG EINER FREIHEIT stand now at the peak of a fifteen-year evolution.Their music is as concerned with silence as it is with sound, as shaped by introspection as by fury. As they prepare to bring Innern to European stages in autumn 2025, they do so not as provocateurs of extremity, but as artists navigating the fragile space between collapse and clarity. In a genre often defined by spectacle, DER WEG EINER FREIHEIT remain committed to vulnerability, transformation, and truth.

Lineup:

Nikita Kamprad — Vocals, Guitars

Nicolas Rausch — Guitars

Alan Noruspur — Bass

Tobias Schuler — Drums

Production Credits:
Recorded, mixed & mastered in Würzburg, Germany by Nikita Kamprad.
Drums recorded separately at Studio Weißmann, Würzburg, Germany.

Cover Art:
Design & layout by Max Löffler (https://maxloeffler.com/)

Photography:
Mario Schmitt

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Barbarians of California (Feat. AWOLNATION, Tinfed) Return With New Ripper "Modern Fashion"

The West Coast's contribution to hardcore punk is undeniable. That tradition of aggression, passion, and scrappy melodicism continues with The Barbarians Of California, an engaging new manifestation of iconoclastic spirit and true bombast. Featuring Aaron Bruno of AWOLNATION and Eric Stenman of Tinfed, as well as being a noted producer, TBOC are equal opportunity iconoclasts, gleefully thrashing the left and the right in the hardcore-punk tradition of nonconformity and raw fury. The band isn't "political," because they aren't advocating for anyone's platform. The central message is defiance.

Today, The Barbarians of California return with the video for the brand new single "MODERN FASHION."

Watch it below.

"Hopefully, 'Modern Fashion' can become a metaphor for whatever you feel like wearing and for whatever music you feel like listening to...never having to explain yourself," declares Bruno.

How many easter eggs can you spot?

The track is built on noisy, choppy riffs that land like electric shocks to your spine. It's gnarly post-hardcore at its absolute finest. 

The band's debut album And Now I'm Just Gnashing My Teeth arrived last year. Get it here.

TBOC will spend the rest of August and September on tour with Deftones. All upcoming TBOC dates are below, including an appearance at RiotFest. 

THE BARBARIANS OF CALIFORNIA ON TOUR:
WITH DEFTONES:
8/22 — Vancouver, BC — Rogers Arena
8/24 — Edmonton, AB — Rogers Place
8/25 — Calgary, AB — Scotiabank Saddledome
8/27 — Winnipeg, MG — Canada Life Centre
8/29 — Minneapolis, MN — Target Center
8/30 — Milwaukee, WI — Fiserv Forum 
9/1 — Buffalo, NY — KeyBank Center 
9/7 — Quebec, QC — Videotron Centre
9/8 — Montreal, QC — Bell Centre 
9/10 — Cleveland, OH — Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse 
9/11 — Baltimore, MD — CFG Bank Arena
9/13 — Saint Louis, MO — Enterprise Center
9/15 — Denver, CO — Ball Arena
9/17 — Kansas City, MO — T-Mobile Center
9/19 — Chicago, IL — Riot Fest*
1/25-1/31 — Shiprocked 2026 

ABOUT THE BARBARIANS OF CALIFORNIA:
So, who, exactly, are The Barbarians of California? Here's a refresher. 
 
Eric Stenman and Aaron Bruno first collided in the California hardcore scene of the early '90s. Stenman cut his teeth in the same Sacramento community that eventually launched diverse and disparate acts like Deftones, Far, Will Haven, Team Sleep, Hella, Death Grips, and Trash Talk. Bruno was born and raised just north of L.A. and nicknamed "AWOL" by his high school friends.  Eric played guitar for cutting-edge, electro-infused rockers Tinfed. Commercial success eluded them despite a cult following, a deal with a major label, and an appearance on the M:I 2 soundtrack.  Bruno co-founded the hardcore band Insurgence as a teenager. His next band, Home Town Hero, toured with Weezer and Stone Temple Pilots and released a major label album, but combusted in 2004. Next came Under The Influence Of Giants, who, despite critical acclaim, disbanded in 2008. Stenman became one of the most sought-after producers of alternative rock. His discography as a producer, mixer, and engineer includes important releases from 7 Seconds, Senses Fail, ††† (Crosses), and AWOLNATION. AWOLNATION, of course, is the multi-platinum act Bruno formed in 2009. 
 
The spirit of the underground and the personal catharsis delivered through metallic hardcore never left either of them. So, when Aaron learned that Eric crafted a batch of throwback bangers combining impassioned angst with modern sensibilities, he wanted in immediately. The Barbarians were born.  The apparent "full circle" moment isn't lost on either of them. "It's a funny time in our lives to go back and make the most aggressive music we've ever created," Stenman laughs. “Both of us have always had a love for this world. If given the opportunity, why not try to give back to it?"