The Pretty Wild Unleash New Track "AFTERLIFE (feat. Magnolia Park)" + Official Visualizer via Sumerian Records

Rising metaphysical metalcore powerhouse The Pretty Wild has unleashed their latest offering, "AFTERLIFE (feat. Magnolia Park)" and the accompanying visualizer (via Sumerian Records). The track can be found in the band's forthcoming full-length 'zero.point.genesis', out Friday, November 21. Other tracks on the album include previously released bangers "PARADOX", "OMENS", "Button Eyes", "living ded", and the smash-hit "sLeepwALKeR" (as a physical bonus track). The songs so far have amassed over 23 million streams on Spotify alone and 3 million views on YouTube and counting. Speaking about today's drop, the band commented:

"'AFTERLIFE' circles the idea of star-crossed souls bound by something ancient and unbreakable. Conceptually it’s plucked from the kind of love you find in mythology and old tragedies, where you have this obsessive devotion and destruction. It isn’t perfect, but it's dark, beautiful, and eternal." -jules 

"'AFTERLIFE' explores the idea that love dynamics are rooted in codependent magnetism and resonance patterns. it asks, what happens when obsession doesn’t end with death, but carries ur soul into magnetizing eternal dynamics? the result is kinda tragic and romantically glitchy. it’s basically a pop-metal requiem." -jyl

Stream "AFTERLIFE (feat. Magnolia Park)" here, watch the official visualizer below, and pre-save 'zero.point.genesis' here.

After wrapping up a recent run with Sleep Theory earlier this month, fans will next have their chance to see The Pretty Wild hit the stage across the US alongside Set It Off, Fame On Fire, and VANA, starting Tuesday, October 28 in Atlanta, Georgia. For ticket information, please click here.

The Pretty Wild Upcoming Tour Dates:

10/28/2025 - Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade

10/29/2025 - Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works

10/30/2025 - Louisville, KY @ Mercury Ballroom

11/1/2025 - Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues Cleveland

11/4/2025 - Chicago, IL @ House of Blues Chicago

11/7/2025 - Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium

11/8/2025 - Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex

11/10/2025 - Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory - Spokane

11/11/2025 - Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom

11/12/2025 - Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo

11/14/2025 - Sacramento, CA @ Ace Of Spades

11/16/2025 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Regent Theater

11/17/2025 - Santa Ana, CA @ Observatory

11/20/2025 - Houston, TX @ House of Blues Houston

11/21/2025 - Dallas, TX @ Southside Music Hall

11/23/2025 - Lake Buena Vista, FL @ House of Blues Orlando

11/25/2025 - Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart's

11/26/2025 - Detroit, MI @ Saint Andrew's Hall

11/28/2025 - Indianapolis, IN @ Old National Centre

11/30/2025 - Buffalo, NY@ Buffalo RiverWorks

12/1/2025 - Toronto, ON @ The Danforth Music Hall

12/2/2025 - Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club

12/5/2025 - New York, NY @ Irving Plaza

12/6/2025 - Allentown, PA @ Archer Music Hall

12/7/2025 - Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore Philadelphia

12/9/2025 - Baltimore, MD @ Nevermore Hall

12/10/2025 - Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz

Ian Munsick Releases Ozzy Osbourne Tribute, “No More Tears (Live From Sturgis)”

While Ian Munsick has been critically celebrated by HITS Daily Double and The New Yorker for putting the “western back in country,” the Wyoming native is also known for genre-bending covers during his live show, showcasing his range of influences with his rendition of girl pop hits including Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso,” and classics such as Neil Young’s “Old Man.” Most recently, Munsick went viral for an Ozzy Osbourne tribute, performing “No More Tears” in honor of the rock legend who passed away earlier this year. Munsick knew he had something special due to fans’ reactions – and today is releasing his live recording of the song.
 
Listen to “No More Tears (Live From Sturgis)” Below. 
 
Ozzy’s influence on Munsick began at an early age, as Munsick recalls, “When I was 8 years old, I stumbled upon my older brother’s CD collection. I sneakily slid out a black colored album with a small tan cross on top and threw it in my walkman CD player (shout out the early 2000’s). One of the most iconic bass riffs of all time captured my ears right out of the gate, followed by the most recognizable voice in all of Rock n Roll. It was Ozzy’s 1991 hit song ‘No More Tears.’”
 
Doing the cover of “No More Tears” in Nebraska upon the singer’s death in July came together by happenstance. Munsick shares, “23 years later, I’m on stage sound checking in Kearney, Nebraska when out of the air and into my fingers comes that same iconic bass riff. My band quickly followed suit and we jammed a verse and chorus before moving on to our normal soundcheck routine. I headed back to the bus to catch a quick nap before the long night ahead when breaking news hit my phone… ‘RIP Ozzy.’ The universe was telling me to play that song that night, so we quickly worked up a fiddle heavy version of the heavy metal hit. 

“As our 90 minute show was coming to end, I nervously looked at my drummer to count me in for our tribute to the Ozzman,” he adds. “The bass riff captured the country audience as they erupted with joy and sadness all at once. After the show, social media did its thing and made our cover of ‘No More Tears’ the most viral moment I’ve had thus far in my career. I knew we had to release a version exactly like the one we played in Nebraska that night. Luckily, the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally was the following weekend... what better atmosphere to play some Ozzy? This time, we hit record.”
 
Munsick recently set The Eagle Flies Free Tour for 2026. Beginning February 13 in Charlotte, North Carolina, the tour will feature 17 dates with special guests Lanie Gardner, Ben Haggard, Tyler Nance and Jake Worthington, highlighting one of the most distinctive voices in modern country music – and his distinctive modern-Western style. 
 
The follow up to his 2025 Eagle Feather album, Munsick’s The Eagle Flies Free Tour continues a streak of touring success for the native son of Sheridan, Wyoming – including a history making turn at the famous Cheyenne Frontier Days in July. 
 
Headlining the iconic rodeo and Western lifestyle celebration, Munsick became the first Wyoming native to secure top-billing of the event’s musical lineup, playing songs from across his three albums – Coyote Cry, White Buffalo and Eagle Feather.

The Eagle Flies Free Tour Dates:
Friday, February 13 || Charlotte, NC || Coyote Joe’s *
Saturday, February 14 || Atlanta, GA || Tabernacle *
Thursday, February 19 || Casper, WY || Ford Wyoming Center $
Friday, February 20 || Bozeman, MT || Brick Breeden Fieldhouse #
Saturday, February 21 || Idaho Falls, ID || Mountain America Center #
Tuesday, February 24 || Portland, OR || Roseland Theatre $
Thursday, February 26 || Kennewick, WA || Toyota Center #
Friday, February 27 || Missoula, MT || Adams Center #
Saturday, February 28 || Spokane, WA || FIC for the Art #
Tuesday, March 3 || Grand Island, NE || Heartland Event Center $
Thursday, March 5 || Fargo, ND || Scheels Arena #
Fridasy, March 6 || Brookings, SD || Dacotah Bank #
Saturday, March 7 || Mankato, MN || Grand Hall #
Friday, March 13 || Shipshewana, IN || Blue Gate Theatre (w/ local support)
Saturday, March 14 || Clear Lake, IA || Surf Ballroom (w/ local support)
Friday, March 27 || Helotes, TX || Floores Country Store (w/ local support)
Saturday, March 28 || Durant, OK || Choctaw Grand Theater ^
 
* w/ Lanie Gardner
# w/ Jake Worthington and Tyler Nance
$ w/ Tyler Nance
^ w/ Ben Haggard
 
 
About Ian Munsick:
A native son of Wyoming, Ian Munsick has accumulated nearly one BILLION global streams across three albums – Coyote Cry, White Buffalo and Eagle Feather – and a host of accolades, including 19 awards and 14 festival selections for his documentary, White Buffalo: Voices of the West. Having painted a stampeding, spirited portrait of the American West with his sophomore album White Buffalo in 2023, Munsick expanded on the concepts of the land, people, culture and stories that inspire him, with the project’s follow-up 20-track album, Eagle Feather, released on April 18, 2025 via Warner Music Nashville. In addition to selling over 100,000 headlining tickets in 2024, Munsick also opened on select dates of Lainey Wilson’s Country’s Cool Again Tour and supported Morgan Wallen on select dates of his record-setting One Night At A Time Tour. Munsick concluded his spring Horses Are Faster Tour in Nashville. He has been named an “Artist to Watch” by Spotify, CMT, Fender, MusicRow and most recently was named a Martin Showcase Artist. Standout duet “Long Live Cowgirls” (with Cody Johnson) off of White Buffalo hit No. 1 on SiriusXM’s The Highway Hot 30 Countdown, was named one of Amazon Music’s Best Country Songs of 2022 and recently received RIAA Gold-certification alongside “Long Haul” and “Horses Are Faster.” Fans of Ian Munsick will always find an open heart, natural awe and plainspoken honesty as he rides on… bringing the West to the rest. Online at IanMunsick.com.

156/Silence Announce Signing With Pure Noise Records + Drop New Track "Our Parting Ways" and Official Music Video

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania quintet 156/Silence have announced signing with their new label home, Pure Noise Records. In celebration of the news, the band has dropped their new track "Our Parting Ways" and the accompanying official music video, their latest release since their haunting 2024 full-length 'People Watching'. When asked about the song, the band shared:

"Our parting ways will always come together. The spaces left between what was and what is hold a place of their own to be remembered with grace. As the pages decrease in our story, we bleed to gain access to the memories of

the path we once shared."

Speaking about signing with Pure Noise Records, they commented:

"Pure Noise has always been a label we have all been fans of so when the option to sign with them was there we couldn’t pass it up. Everyone at the label has been so accommodating and supportive, very excited for the future of 156 with Pure Noise!"

Stream "Our Parting Ways" here, and watch the music video below.

The band has a stacked touring schedule for the remainder of 2025, and are currently on the road across North America with Counterparts, Thrown and Split Chain until October 26. Just a few days after the tour finale, they next hit the road with Fit For A King, Make Them Suffer, Spite, and Currents beginning October 30 before wrapping the year. Spring 2026 begins with their first EU/UK tour, reuniting with Fit For A King alongside Memphis May Fire and Acres. Click here for ticket information, and be sure to stay tuned for more 156/Silence news coming soon.

Supporting Counterparts and Thrown with Split Chain

OCT 15 Grand Rapids, MI – Elevation

OCT 16 Pittsburgh, PA – Roxian Theatre

OCT 17 Allentown, PA – Archer Music Hall

OCT 18 Baltimore, MD – Nevermore

OCT 19 Sayreville, NJ – Starland Ballroom

OCT 21 Albany, NY – Empire Live

OCT 22 New Haven, CT – Toad’s

OCT 23 Huntington, NY – The Paramount

OCT 24 Worcester, MA – The Palladium

OCT 25 Quebec City, QC – Salle Montaigne

OCT 26 Ottawa, ON – The Bronson

Supporting Fit For A King, Make Them Suffer, Spite, Currents

OCT 30 Phoenix, AZ – Marquee Theatre

OCT 31 San Diego, CA – Soma

NOV 01 Anaheim, CA – House of Blues

NOV 02 Los Angeles, CA – The Belasco

NOV 03 San Jose, CA – The Ritz*

NOV 04 Sacramento, CA – Ace of Spades

NOV 06 Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory

NOV 07 Boise, ID – Knitting Factory

NOV 08 Salt Lake City, UT – The Complex

NOV 09 Denver, CO – Fillmore

NOV 11 Kansas City, MO – Uptown Theater

NOV 12 St. Louis, MO – The Pageant

NOV 14 Chicago, IL – Riviera Theatre

NOV 15 Detroit, MI – Royal Oak Music Theatre

NOV 16 Cleveland, OH – House of Blues

NOV 18 Toronto, ON – History

NOV 19 Montreal, QC – Olympia

NOV 20 South Burlington, VT – Higher Ground*

NOV 21 Worcester, MA – The Palladium

NOV 22 Baltimore, MD – Rams Head Live

NOV 23 Cincinnati, OH – Bogart’s

NOV 24 Columbus, OH – Ace of Cups*

NOV 25 Philadelphia, PA – Franklin Music Hall

NOV 26 New York, NY – Palladium Times Square

NOV 28 Raleigh, NC – The Ritz

NOV 29 Nashville, TN – Marathon Music Works

NOV 30 Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle

DEC 01 Jacksonville, FL – Albatross*

DEC 02 St. Petersburg, FL – Jannus Live

DEC 03 Orlando, FL – House of Blues

DEC 04 New Orleans, LA – Gasa Gasa*

DEC 05 Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall

DEC 06 San Antonio, TX – Vibes Event Center

DEC 07 Dallas, TX – The Bomb Factory

*156/Silence Headlining Date

See Hellish Sanguisugabogg Billboard + "Hideous Aftermath" Out Now

Boundary-pushing brutalists (and recent Decibel cover stars) Sanguisugabogg — Cody Davidson, drums; Drew Arnold, bass/guitars; Devin Swank, vocals; and Ced Davis, bass/guitars —have unleashed their new album Hideous Aftermath via Century Media. Get it here. 

In the band's home base of Columbus, OH, a "hellish" billboard promoting the album has been unveiled, and it's located right across the street from the capitol building. It parodies the infamous "Hell is Real" billboards that were erected across the state in 2004 as a measure to promote Christianity to motorists.

"To have our logo plastered on a billboard just across our state capitpl building should be considered vandalism in some way," the band theorizes. "This is so cool. Thank you to Century Media for giving OUR city the sickest merch it could ever receive."

Known for being THAT band with the unpronounceable name and unreadable logos, the 'Bogg have made a record as gore-obsessed and violence-inclined as any of their prior works, including Tortured Whole (2021) and Homicidal Ecstasy(2023), but with a career-defining command over their ugly art. Says Swank, "It's the one where we rolled our sleeves up and brought our A-Game."

Hideous Aftermath is the work of a band who has already cut a bloody swath into the underground and beyond. Sanguisugabogg have emerged from the sweat and grime of countless U.S. and international tours with the likes of Cannibal Corpse, Lorna Shore, and Kublai Kahn as well as festival slots and their own headline runs. They've ensnared scores of new converts to their brand of the brutally absurd.

Now in 2025, the 'Bogg's third full length leaves any "caveman death metal" tags in the dust. This is the sound of Sanguisugabogg flexing every muscle they have.

Enlisting producer Kurt Ballou (Nails, High on Fire) the 'Bogg decamped to God City Studios in Salem, Massachusetts in the Spring of 2025. "We got off the road after A LOT of touring and wanted to drill down and be as purely creative as possible without distraction," says Swank of the band's decision to work with the Converge guitarist in Witch City. "Kurt mixed Homicidal Ecstasy, so he already understood what we were going for."   

While Sanguisugabogg have long been self-produced with Davidson handling production duties, this time, they put their sonic trust fully in Ballou's hands.

With Hideous Aftermath, Sanguisugabogg have proven themselves more than just an eccentric death crew on an acid-addled hateroll. They're both champions of the underground and a musical force unto themselves. "Eight or nine years ago, it seemed like what we were doing was pretty niche," Swank admits. "Where we've come, some of the rooms and festivals we've played is kind of remarkable." Big swings including recent appearances on more "mainstream" rock festivals including Columbus' Sonic Temple and Welcome to Rockville in Daytona, Florida, were never on the 'Bogg boys' charter underground agenda.

"I think we were a band that was set up to do nothing or a lot of something," Swank concludes. "Why 'normies' ever ended up liking it was weird. Who knows? Maybe we made pain and suffering fun."

Sanguisugabogg will be touring this November on a headline run, with Despised Icon, Defeated Sanity, and Corpsepile as support. All dates are below.

The 'Bogg's Fall 2025 headline tour dates are below. Get tickets here.

SANGUISUGABOGG LIVE:
WITH DESPISED ICON, DEFEATED SANITY, + CORPSEPILE:
11/4 — Detroit, MI — St. Andrew's Hall
11/5 — Chicago, IL — Metro
11/6 — Indianapolis, IN- Deluxe @ Old National Centre
11/7 — Lawrence, KS — The Granada
11/8 — Denver, CO — Summit Music Hall
11/9 — Albuquerque, NM — El Rey
11/11 — Phoenix, AZ — The Nile Theater
11/12 — Santa Ana, CA — The Observatory
11/13 — Berkeley, CA — UC Theatre
11/14 — Los Angeles, CA- The Regent
11/15 — Las Vegas, NV — Fremont Country Club
11/17 — Dallas, TX — Echo Lounge & Music Hall
11/18 — Austin, TX — Mohawk
11/19 — Houston, TX — White Oak Downstairs
11/21 — Tampa, FL — The Orpheum
11/22 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade
11/23 — Charlotte, NC — The Underground
11/25 — Pittsburgh, PA — Roxian Theatre
11/26 — Baltimore, MD- Baltimore Soundstage
11/28 — New York, NY — Irving Plaza
11/29 — Philadelphia, PA — Union Transfer
11/30 — Columbus, OH — The King of Clubs

Virginity Release "You Can't Have My Blood: Bad Jazz Companion" via Smartpunk Records

Smartpunk Records' Florida power pop outfit, Virginity, has released a full-length companion to their 2024 LP "Bad Jazz," titled "You Can't Have My Blood." The tracklist is the ultimate fan service to enhance the original tracklist. It compiles songs from their two EPs released this year, as well as a handful of additional tracks, including an unreleased original and a few covers.

You can pre-order the vinyl now, out physically on October 24, just in time for Fest in Gainesville. This is an extremely limited vinyl release with no plans of repressing once sold out.

Listen below.

Pre-order "You Can't Have My Blood: Bad Jazz Companion" here

he band has received critical acclaim from the rock scene's top tastemakers, including New Noise Magazine, Brooklyn Vegan, Audiotree, and more. As fan favorites at Smartpunk's SXSW showcase and Florida's beloved FEST, Virginity have cultivated a core fanbase who are foaming at the mouth for these new tracks. 

Speaking about the new deluxe release, Virginity says, "Our newest release, You Can’t Have My Blood, is truly for the Virginity heads. When we released two EPs earlier this year, we knew we wanted to get them on vinyl in some form and that doing so was an important factor for our heaviest listeners, but we weren’t sure what it should look like. In taking a look at all the material, which mostly came about during the late stages of the Bad Jazz sessions, we decided that this should be a sort of Bad Jazz spiritual companion. We had songs that never got past the demo form that we wanted to see the light of day, as well as some live performances, covers and other odds-and-ends that have been available in random places, but never in one place or on vinyl. As much as it’s a compilation of disparate songs, we believe it also stands up on its own as a piece in the tradition of artists like Guided By Voices. We think it’s a truly worthy collection of tunes for anybody, but something extra special for those that have been fans of our band for a while."

UPCOMING SHOWS:
10/22 - Pre-Pre-Fest Orlando @ Will's Pub
10/23 - Pre-Fest Gainesville @ Boca Fiesta 
10/25 - The Fest @ The Atlantic
10/26 - The Fest (Fountains of Wayne cover set) @ How Bazar 

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

Since forming the record label, Smartpunk Records has reissued timeless albums such as Less Than Jake's Hello Rockview and Anthem, Patrick Stump's Soul Punk and Samiam's Clumsy. In the year 2025 alone they've put out new releases by the likes of Somerset Thrower, Keep Flying, Debt Neglector, Gully Boys, Sainthood Reps and so many more. 

Flannels to FlipFlops - IT'S TOUR TIME!

We are officially zipping up the suitcases and hitting the road for our Fall Tour. The Northeast run comes first, so we are packing the warm coats, cozy flannels, and maybe a few extra strings just in case Wes rocks too hard.

Then it is straight down to the Sunshine State, where the coats get swapped for Tee shirts and flip flops. Touring in October is basically packing for two different planets, but we are not complaining. Fall in the northeast is the absolute BEST and who doesn't love themselves some Florida!?!

So grab your tickets, grab your friends, and come see us on the road. We have songs to sing, stories to tell, and maybe a few secrets to spill.

TOUR DATES


Sep 26 • THE STATION • Louisville, TN
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Oct 4 • SCRUFFY ROOTS FESTIVAL • Knoxville, TN
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Oct 6 - 10 • DOLLYWOOD HARVESTFEST • Pigeon Forge, TN
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Oct 16 • THE LOFT AT MANOR MILL • Monkton, MD
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Oct 19 • VILLAGE IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION • Rehoboth Beach, DE
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Oct 22 • THE BITTER END • New York, NY
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Oct 26 • KIVA HOUSE CONCERTS • Pinehurst, MA
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Oct 30 • THE SPIRE CENTER • Plymouth, MA
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Nov 2 • HISTORIC GOULDSBORO TRAIN STATION • Gouldsboro, PA
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Nov 13 • THE SUGARSHACK DOWNTOWN • Bonita Springs, FL
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Nov 14 • PHILLIPI CREST CLUB • Sarasota, FL
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Nov 15 • TROLL MUSIC • Venice, FL
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Nov 16 • TWISTED FORK • Port Charlotte, FL
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A LITTLE BITTY SECRET

And here's a little something for those of you who read all the way down to the bottom! ;)

We have started breaking ground on plans to record new music!
The wheels are turning, the notebooks are filling, and the creative spark feels brand new again. We cannot wait to bring you along as it all unfolds.

We are so grateful for every single one of you. 
GOSH! We are so eager to see your faces soon!!

Return to Dust Touring With Mammoth This Fall, Share Snippet of "New Religion" (Coming 10/31)

Buzzed-about rock band RETURN TO DUST — Matty Bielawski [guitar, vocals], Graham Stanush [bass, vocals], Sebastian Gonzalez [guitar], and London Hudson [drums] — just wrapped their first arena tour, supporting Breaking Benjamin and Three Days Grace. The band is not stopping for a moment and will capitalize on the momentum by hitting the road to support Mammoth and Myles Kennedy this fall. All dates are below. Get tickets here.

"This busy past year of touring has been the most exciting and teaching period of our lives," the band states. "We're happy to keep it rolling with legends like Mammoth and Myles Kennedy!"

Indeed, it has been a busy few months for Return to Dust, having appeared at Louder Than Life and Aftershock, as new single "Bored" is Top 15 at Active Rock radio, growing closer to the top of the chart each week. 

Return To Dust have also shared a snippet of a new song, dubbed "New Religion." It arrives October 31.

The gritty riffs, gloomy tone, and grungey vocals capture everything that Return To Dust are — a modern rock band that nods to the past, while blazing their own path with their unique, modern sound.

RETURN TO DUST ON TOUR:
WITH MAMMOTH + MYLES KENNEDY:
10/31 — Rancho Mirage, CA — Agua Caliente Casino Resort & Spa
11/01 — Las Vegas, NV — House of Blues
11/04 — Dallas, TX — House of Blues
11/05 — Houston, TX — House of Blues
11/07 — Lake Buena Vista, FL — House of Blues Concert Hall
11/08 — Atlanta, GA — Tabernacle
11/09 — Charlotte, NC — The Fillmore
11/11 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore
11/12 — Boston, MA — Citizens House of Blues
11/14 — Montclair, NJ — The Wellmont Theater
11/15 — McKees Rocks, PA — Roxian Theatre
11/18 — Cleveland, OH — Agora Theater & Ballroom
11/19 — Detroit, MI — The Fillmore
11/20 — Columbus, OH — KEMBA Live!
11/22 — Onamia, MN — Grand Casino Mille Lacs
11/23 — Green Bay, WI — EPIC Event Center
11/25 — Chesterfield, MO — The Factory
11/26 — Chicago, IL — House of Blues
11/28 — Oklahoma City, OK — Diamond Ballroom
11/29 — La Vista, NE — The Astro
12/02 — Kansas City, MO — Uptown Theater
12/03 — Denver, CO — Ogden Theatre
12/06 — Tempe, AZ — Marquee Theatre
12/07 — Anaheim, CA — House of Blues
12/12 — Seattle, WA — Unwrapped: An Acoustic Holiday*
*Radio Show

EDGE OF PARADISE Unveil Cinematic Cover of “Requiem for a Dream”

International cinematic rock band EDGE OF PARADISE have released their powerful reimagining of the iconic Requiem for a Dream theme. Known for fusing soaring vocals, heavy riffs, and immersive soundscapes, the band takes the haunting score into new depths, transforming it into a massive, larger-than-life experience that bridges the worlds of film and metal. 

Following the success of their latest album Prophecy (Napalm), the band continues to expand their multimedia universe, accompanying this powerful composition with a striking visual counterpart, a music video that immerses viewers in EDGE OF PARADISE’s signature fusion of sound, story, and atmosphere.

"This theme has always resonated deep within and inspired me to see how a simple melody can open entire worlds” says vocalist Margarita Monet. “With our version we wanted to amplify that emotion, the darkness, the light, and everything in between, and we're excited to experience it with you through our dimension, on the stages and beyond.”

The artwork created by Margarita was unveiled at the NoHo CineFest in Hollywood, where she received the Outstanding Artist Award for her visual work and storytelling. Her graphic novel’s narrative extends EDGE OF PARADISE’s cinematic universe, seamlessly connecting the band’s music, imagery, and philosophy through art. Additionally, the band’s song “The Unknown” will be featured in the upcoming feature film The Complete Course of Howard French, directed by Gustavo Sampaio,  expanding their presence across both the music and film landscapes.

Margarita adds: “What also makes this so special to me is how everything I love intertwines — making the art, the music, the visuals. From painting the cover and crafting the crown to shaping the story through dance and direction, every moment reflects a piece of my soul.”

This release follows a remarkable year for the band, supporting PROPHECY with North America and European tours. 

EDGE OF PARADISE will also embark on a string of dates alongside LOVE BITES to bring their show to audiences worldwide:

Tickets and VIP upgrades: https://www.national-acts.com/edgeofparadise
Nov 4 - New York City, NY - The Gramercy Theatre
Nov 5 - Baltimore, MD - Baltimore Soundstage 
Nov 7 - Lakewood, OH - The Winchester
Nov 8 - West Dundee, IL - Rookies Rochaus
Nov 10 - Lawrence, KS - The Granada Theater
Nov 11 - Dallas, TX - Trees Dallas
Nov 12 - Austin, TX - Come and Take It Live
Nov 14 - San Luis Obispo, CA Freemont
Nov 15 - Los Angeles, CA - The Vermont Hollywood

The “Requiem for a Dream” cover is now available worldwide on all streaming platforms https://ffm.to/2d1gqpw

"Requiem for a Dream (and the Angels of Static)" is mixed and mastered by Jacob Hansen, and engineered by Mike Plotnikoff and Rob Black. The music video was directed by Margarita Monet and Julian Oyanedel Santiesteban. 

METAL ALLEGIANCE Announces Show At Anaheim House Of Blues

Illustrious metal collective METAL ALLEGIANCE, comprised of core members David Ellefson (MEGADETH), Mark Menghi (KING ULTRAMEGA), Alex Skolnick (TESTAMENT), and Mike Portnoy (DREAM THEATER), are proud to announce their annual return to Anaheim, CA at the House Of Blues (400 Disney Way). Beginning as a celebration of the metal genre, METAL ALLEGIANCE has forged a legacy all their own while collaborating with metal's most revered trailblazers. With 2 albums of original music and an EP, the supergroup proves that legends never die, and can even reinvent themselves. Having recently signed to Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM), METAL ALLEGIANCE continues to carve new paths and make their mark on the modern metal scene.

On Thursday, January 22, 2026, the "core 4" members will share the stage with Chuck Billy (TESTAMENT), John Bush (ex-ANTHRAX, ARMORED SAINT), Doc Coyle (BAD WOLVES, GOD FORBID), William DuVall (ALICE IN CHAINS), Jack Gibson (EXODUS), Gary Holt (SLAYER, EXODUS), Andreas Kisser (SEPULTURA), and Troy Sanders (MASTODON). In typical METAL ALLEGIANCE fashion, the show will feature surprise special guests and support from CHAINED SAINT, RED REIGN, and LOST LEGACY.

This special event is sponsored by Reverb and Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM). Buy your tickets here (on sale on October 17, 2025): https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0900634A15627F9E

AGNOSTIC FRONT (Featuring Darryl "DMC" McDaniels) Release New Single, "Matter Of Life & Death"

New York City offers a world of collisions of cultures, sounds, and attitudes; and the latest scorching offering from the city’s underground veins proves that this legacy lives on. Hardcore legends AGNOSTIC FRONT have teamed up with Darryl “DMC” McDaniels of RUN-DMC for a new single and music video, “Matter Of Life & Death” to reignite the flames of New York hardcore.

On "Matter Of Life & Death", AGNOSTIC FRONT and DMC prove that they have far more to offer than mere nostalgia. In a refreshingly modern take on genre-blending, the single charges into a snarling street fight between hardcore punk and old-school hip-hop swagger. Blasting out with razor-sharp riffs, thunderous beats, and DMC’s unmistakable cadence, the music hits harder than a Queens-bound freight train. Producer and New York Hardcore stalwart Mike Dijan keeps the sound raw and relentless, while director Blake Farber turns the video into a non-stop adrenaline reel. With mosh pits meeting boom boxes, fists in the air, and sweat flying off the walls, it's New York grit distilled into less than 3 minutes of pure energy.

In an era of overproduced and predictable genre mash-ups, “Matter of Life & Death” feels alive, dangerous, and necessary. AGNOSTIC FRONT and DMC are the perfect unlikely pairing: two giants from different musical worlds finding common ground in aggression, defiance, and their New York roots. 

And this is just the 2nd shot fired, leading into AGNOSTIC FRONT's highly-anticipated upcoming album, Echoes in Eternity, dropping November 7th. If you needed a reminder that the spirit of crossover still has teeth, this is it.

Watch the video Below.

Stream "Matter Of Life & Death" here: https://agnosticfront.rpm.link/moldPR 

Catch AGNOSTIC FRONT on tour:

EAST MEETS WEST TOUR DATES
Oct. 15 Denver, CO @ The Oriental Theater 
Oct. 16 Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Music Hall 
Oct. 17 Boise, ID @ The Shredder  
Oct. 18 Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theatre  
Oct. 19 Seattle, WA @ El Corazon  
Oct. 21 San Jose, CA @ The Ritz 
Oct. 22 Sacramento, CA @ Goldfield Trading Post 
Oct. 23 Berkeley, CA @ Cornerstone Berkeley
Oct. 24 Ventura, CA @ Ventura Music Hall 
Oct. 25 Pomona, CA @ The Glass House 
Oct. 26 Las Vegas, NV @ Swan Dive 
Oct. 28 Tucson, AZ @ The Rock 
Oct. 29 Mesa, AZ @ The Nile Theater 
Oct. 30 Palmdale, CA @ Transplants Brewery 
Nov. 01 San Diego, CA @ House of Blues
Nov. 02 Garden Grove, CA @ Garden Amp 

East Coast American Tour 2025
Dec. 4 Cambridge, MA @ The Middle East
Dec. 5 Atlantic City, NJ @ Anchor Rock Club
Dec. 6 NYC, NY @ Irving Plaza
Dec. 9 Richmond, VA @ The Canal Club
Dec. 10 Columbia, SC @ New Brookland Tavern
Dec. 11 Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Hell)
Dec. 12 Melbourne, FL @ Pineapples (Moon Room)
Dec. 13 Miami, FL @ Gramps
Dec. 14 Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum
Dec. 15 Jacksonville, FL @ The Albatross
Dec. 16 Greenville, SC @ Radio Room
Dec. 17 Wilmington, NC @ Reggie’s 42nd Street Tavern
Dec. 18 Raleigh, NC @ The Pour House
Dec. 19 Lynchburg, VA @ Super Rad Arcade
Dec. 20 Altoona, PA @ McGarvey’s Bar & Grill
Dec. 21 Allentown, PA @ Archer Music Hall (Arrow)

About AGNOSTIC FRONT:
Founded in 1982, AGNOSTIC FRONT stand among the most esteemed pioneers of the hardcore genre. No band comes close in sonic and socio authenticity and sincerity, where the struggles of survival on the streets have quite literally given life to a sound that remains as impactful today as it was over four decades ago. AGNOSTIC FRONT‘s battering, socially critical sounds serve as the foundation of true New York hardcore and helped initiate the emergence of crossover thrash. Following a slew of pummeling offerings, the band, led by the inimitable roar of Roger Miret and Vinnie Stigma's legendary charismatic guitar playing, continue to showcase unapologetically honest lyrics and signature aggression in Echoes in Eternity. 

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AS I LAY DYING Ignite a New Chapter with Powerful Single “Echoes”

Metalcore mainstays AS I LAY DYING have roared back with their latest single, “Echoes," a track that signals not only a powerful sonic statement, but the beginning of an inspired new chapter for the band.

Layered in emotion, precision, and melodic depth, “Echoes” explores the internal battles we fight, the shadows we leave behind, and the strength found in forging a new identity. Delivered with unrelenting passion and signature intensity, the song highlights the band’s trademark balance of crushing heaviness and poignant introspection.

“Echoes” also marks the debut of a dynamic new AS I LAY DYING lineup, bringing together seasoned talent and fresh energy:

  • Tim Lambesis – Vocals

  • Chris Clancy – Bass, Clean Vocals

  • Bill Hudson – Guitar

  • Don Vedda – Guitar

  • Tim Yeung – Drums

"As the only primary songwriter on every AILD album, I’m always going to a find a path forward for this catalog of music that I’m so passionate about,"says Tim Lambesis."But sometimes things come together even better than expected. I’m incredibly grateful for my new bandmates. In addition to being incredibly talented, they genuinely care about my well being and the band we are now all a part of."

"Tim L and I first met almost 20 years ago and I’ve been in multiple bands with Tim Y,"adds Bill Hudson. "It’s an honor to be a part of the new chapter of As I Lay Dying. What a great way to get together and play with so many friends of 15+ years at the same time!"

"Excited to finally share this new chapter. Check out the music video for Echoes, proud of what we've created together. Hope you enjoy it,"affirms Chris Clancy.

This new formation infuses the band with renewed vitality and artistic momentum. Each member brings a unique voice and refined musicianship, helping to craft a sound that’s both familiar and forward-thinking, rooted in legacy, but boldly reaching into new territory.

Additionally, AS I LAY DYING will embark on an electrifying European tour this fall, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their landmark album Shadows Are Security. Fans will experience a career-spanning set, with deep cuts, timeless anthems, and a renewed fire on stage. Tickets are available HERE. 

Dragony Welcome New Member Maria Nesh Ahead of January 2026 Tour

On the heels of the announcement of a January 2026 European tour with ENSIFERUM and FREEDOM CALL, DRAGONY promised additional news. Here it is. Their long-time collaborator and frequent special guest vocalist for live shows, Maria Nesh (RED EYE TEMPLE), is joining the band as a full-time member starting with the January tour.

Touring oftentimes poses considerable challenges for bands, especially when it comes to scheduling, so they made the decision to switch to a two-singer lineup to enable them to not only expand their musical scope by adding an additional female voice, but to also do more shows and tours than before.

Starting with the January tour, DRAGONY live shows will generally feature both singers, except in instances where one singer can't make it for scheduling or work-related reasons, in which case, such shows will be performed solo by the other singer. 

 

After playing with DRAGONY many times over the past years, it's going to be fun to be working with them on a full-time basis and to perform even more shows with DRAGONY in the future. I am also looking forward to working on new music in the studio with the guys, and maybe there will be some exciting news to be shared in this regard very soon. For now, I'm happy to be DRAGONY's new 'Valkyrie' and look forward to the big European tour in January! See you on the Road to Valhalla!," stated Nesh.
 

Their current album Hic Svnt Dracones was released in 2024 worldwide through Steamhammer as CD digipak, 2LP gatefold version — download and stream here. 

Photo Credit: Lourdes Castañar

'00s Faves Dry Kill Logic Commence Writing New Album + Announce 2026 Tour Dates

After an explosive 2025 that saw their first live performances in nearly two decades, Dry Kill Logic — the hard-hitting, genre-defying band known for their unique fusion of nu-metal, hardcore, and metalcore — have officially begun work on a new full-length album. The record will mark the group's first LP since 2006's Of Vengeance & Violence.

In addition, the band has announced the Decades of Distance Tour 2026, a headline run that will return them to markets and venues they have not performed in for over 20 years.

A NEW ALBUM: YOUR SINS WILL FIND YOU:
The band has officially began writing its fourth full-length album, titled Your Sins Will Find You. Drawing inspiration from recent collaborations with producer Greg Thomas (End, Misery Signals, Shai Hulud) and fueled by their return to the stage, the record promises to both honor their roots and push their sound forward.

Fans can expect a dynamic blend of ferocity and melody — building on tracks like "Vices," "Don't See Ghosts," and "Now You Belong with the Dead," while staying true to the raw aggression of classics like "200 Years," "Boneyard," and "Nightmare."

THE DECADES OF DISTANCE TOUR 2026:
In support of the upcoming album, Dry Kill Logic will hit the road in 2026 for the Decades of Distance Tour, returning to long-absent markets. Select shows will feature support from New Jersey metal heavyweights Dizasterpiece.

"The excitement and anticipation are overwhelming," says guitarist Jason Bozzi. "To finally return to these cities after all these years is something we never thought would happen. We’re incredibly excited to see everyone."

Get tickets here.

DECADES OF DISTANCE TOUR:
3/27 — Austin, TX — Come & Take It Live
3/28 — Dallas, TX — Puzzles Deep Ellum
4/18 — New Kensington, PA — Preserving Underground*
4/19 — Millersville, PA — Phantom Power*
5/8 — Lakewood, OH — Mercury Music Lounge*
5/9 — West Chicago, IL — WC Social Club*
*With Dizasterpiece

DoFlame and DEAR-GOD Drop Collab "Neighborhood Watch" EP Today

DoFlame and DEAR-GOD have dropped the four-track, collaborative Neighborhood Watch EP.  Listen to it below.
 
DEAR-GOD is the brainchild of Robert Ortiz who plays in DoFlame's band and is also a long-time production collaborator. So the synergy between these two artists is real!

DoFlame will spend some of the fall on tour with Pinkshift. All dates are below.

ABOUT DOFLAME:
For a solo artist, Mateo Naranjo, the mastermind behind DoFlame, is uniquely devoted to unlocking the potential of music scenes. The 21-year-old punk from Toronto is fueled by a desire to bring people into a world and in turn bring them together, to find the real sense of community that can be attained by immersing yourself in an underground culture. DoFlame's most recent album, BENT, bottles that feeling of discovery and camaraderie. Like a hardcore version of a coming-of-age movie, it captures all of the joy, confusion, and determination of being young and unsure of what's next just as effectively as it blends the unbridled aggression of heavy music with the swagger of hip-hop.

DOFLAME ON TOUR:
WITH PINKSHIFT:
10/10 — Asbury Park, NJ — Asbury Lanes
10/11 — Richmond, VA — Richmond Music Hall
10/12 — Carrboro, NC — Cat’s Cradle Backroom
10/14 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade
10/15 — Orlando, FL — Conduit
10/17 — Houston, TX — White Oak Music Hall
10/18 — Austin, TX — The Ballroom
10/19 — Dallas, TX — Club Dada
10/21 — Phoenix, AZ — Rebel Lounge
10/22 — San Diego, CA — The Voodoo Room
10/23 — Santa Ana, CA — Constellation Room
10/24 — Los Angeles, CA — The Echo
10/25 — San Francisco, CA — Bottom of the Hill

Pinkshift Drop New Song"Authority Problem" Ahead of U.S. Headline Tour Kickoff

Over the summer, Maryland trio PINKSHIFT — vocalist Ashrita Kumar(they/them), guitarist Paul Vallejo (he/him), and drummer Myron Houngbedji (he/him) — released their head-turning new album EARTHKEEPER via Hopeless Records. Get it here. 

The band has shared the brand new song "Authority Problem."

"Fuck ICE, fuck the left and the right, fuck the false decorum of rules and laws and executive orders just created to make people feel small and helpless. Only I know who I am, and if you disrespect me then I don’t care, you’ll feel my wrath," the band says about releasing the song in the here and now.

Pinkshift will hit the road this week on a headline U.S. run. All dates are below.

PINKSHIFT ON TOUR:
10/10 — Asbury Park, NJ — Asbury Lanes
10/11 — Richmond, VA — Richmond Music Hall
10/12 — Carrboro, NC — Cat's Cradle Backroom
10/14 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade
10/15 — Orlando, FL — Conduit
10/17 — Houston, TX — White Oak Music Hall
10/18 — Austin, TX — The Ballroom
10/19 — Dallas, TX — Club Dada
10/21 — Phoenix, AZ — Rebel Lounge
10/22 — San Diego, CA — The Voodoo Room
10/23 — Santa Ana, CA — Constellation Room
10/24 — Los Angeles, CA — The Echo
10/25 — San Francisco, CA — Bottom of the Hill
10/27 — Portland, OR — Polaris Hall
10/28 — Seattle, WA — Neumos
10/30 — Salt Lake City, UT — Kilby Court
11/01 — Denver, CO — Marquis Theater
11/02 — Lawrence, KS — Bottleneck
11/04 — Minneapolis, MN — 7th Street Entry
11/05 — Chicago, IL — Bottom Lounge
11/07 — Detroit, MI — The Sanctuary
11/08 — Cleveland, OH — Mahall's
11/09 — Pittsburgh, PA — Thunderbird Music Hall & Café
11/11 — Toronto, ON — Hard Luck Bar
11/13 — Boston, MA — Brighton Music Hall
11/14 — Hamden, CT — Space Ballroom
11/15 — Philadelphia, PA — First Unitarian Church
11/16 — Washington, DC — Atlantis

Gideon Drop New Track "Wrong One" + Official Music Video via Sumerian Records

Tuscaloosa, Alabama quartet Gideon has released their new single "Wrong One" and the official music video (via Sumerian Records). Laden with in-your-face vocals and the band's iconic crushing beatdowns, today's drop is Gideon's second via their new label home, following "Til The Wheels Fall Off", released earlier this summer. Speaking about the inspiration behind "Wrong One", the band commented:

“We wrote this song at a time when we were simply fed up with always giving folks the benefit of the doubt. Never mistake kindness for weakness.”

Stream "Wrong One" here, and watch the official music video below.

Fans still have their chance to see Gideon bring the heat across the US alongside Kublai Khan TX, Drain, and Guilt Trip. Click here for ticket information, and be sure to keep 'em peeled for more Gideon news coming soon.

Upcoming Gideon US Tour Dates With Kublai Khan TX, Drain + Guilt Trip:

10/12 - Dallas, TX @ The Bomb Factory

10/14 - Kansas City, MO @ Uptown Theater

10/15 - Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium

10/16 - Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater

10/17 - Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theatre - SOLD OUT

10/20 - Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex

10/21 - Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory

10/23 - Sacramento, CA @ Ace Of Spades - SOLD OUT

10/24 - San Jose, CA @ San Jose Civic Center

10/25 - Riverside, CA @ Riverside Municipal Auditorium - SOLD OUT

10/26 - Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Palladium - SOLD OUT

ESHTADUR Announces Mexico Dates for “Bellum Regiis” Tour and Symphonic Live Album Release

Colombian blackened melodic death metal force ESHTADUR returns to Mexico this October as direct support for Polish death metal titans HATE on the incendiary “Bellum Regiis” Tour.

Kicking off on October 11 in Mexico City, this brutal cross-country trek will see ESHTADUR delivering their signature fusion of crushing riffs, symphonic grandeur, and tribal intensity to audiences across seven cities. The opening night in CDMX will be a monumental event, also featuring none other than BEHEMOTH. As one of the most internationally acclaimed extreme metal acts to emerge from Latin America, ESHTADUR is poised to conjure chaos and catharsis in every city they touch.

The tour comes ahead of ESHTADUR’s upcoming live album, Symphonic Crows – Live at the Santiago Londoño’s Theater, arriving December 4, 2025 via Void Nation. Recorded in their hometown with a full symphonic orchestra, the album is a triumphant testament to the band’s cinematic sound and uncompromising energy.

Featuring seven tracks including Lowborn Bastard, Umbra, The Red Door, and She The Void, the album captures the magic of their genre-defying performance in Pereira, Colombia. Produced by Jorg August, mixed and mastered by Diego Rodriguez, and recorded at the Santiago Londoño’s Theater, this release is a milestone in the band’s legacy, melding orchestral majesty with the relentless pulse of death metal.

About ESHTADUR: 

ESHTADUR was founded in the fall of 2005 by Jorg August, releasing the Timo Be Timo demo with a sound in the vein of COVENANT, DIMMU BORGIR, and OLD MAN’S CHILD. Since then, they have released a pair of EPs and four powerful full-length albums. ESHTADUR, meaning "the rebellion of angels," can be most closely likened to bands such as SEPTIC FLESH, BEHEMOTH, FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE, CARACH ANGREN, and the like. Like their scene counterparts, the band embodies a deathly melodic atmosphere that reaches into realms of darkness and despair through the decay of humanity. It seeks to rebel, in its darkened way, embracing the abject reality.

ESHTADUR is: 

  • Jorg August – Vocals and Guitars

  • Camilo Barbosa – Lead Guitars

  • Andres Gonzalez – Bass

  • Juan Lopez – Drums

Connect with ESHTADUR:

ARISING EMPIRE MEDIA ALERT: Annisokay Share New Track

German metalcore powerhouse Annisokay are back with their brand-new single "Splinters," further cementing their reputation as one of Europe's most exciting heavy acts. Formed in Halle (Saale) in 2007, the band has built an impressive legacy across six major releases — including the acclaimed Abyss Pt I & II EPs and five full-length albums — each pushing their sound and reach to new heights.
 

Their steady rise has been reflected on the charts, with Enigmatic Smile (2015) debuting at #68, Devil May Care (2016) at #74, Arms (2018) climbing to #26, and Aurora (2021) breaking into the Top 20 in Germany at #18 while also hitting #49 in Switzerland. On the streaming front, Abyss Pt I & II together have racked up over 36 million Spotify streams, with the band now boasting more than 480,000 monthly listeners worldwide.
 

Renowned for their explosive live presence, Annisokay recently took their energy to new levels with the Abyss Pt II Europe Tour — the biggest headline run of their career, spanning 30 shows across 14 countries — and their largest festival appearances to date at Summer Breeze and Wacken Open Air.
 

With "Splinters," Annisokay not only deliver another crushing anthem but also officially launch the pre-order for Abyss – The Final Chapter, arriving on November 21. Uniting Pt I and Pt II into one definitive statement, the release marks the culmination of the band’s most ambitious era to date.


Catch the band live on tour in the UK + EU — more info here. 

Watch the "Splinters" music video below.

Eric Church's 'Evangeline vs. The Machine Comes Alive' with IMAX® Exclusive Release

Eric Church’s celebrated Evangeline vs. The Machine 2025 album – alongside hits including “Desperate Man,” “Give Me Back My Hometown,” “Sinners Like Me,” “Mistress Named Music” and “Springsteen” reimagined with a 6-piece band, 4-piece horns, 4-piece strings, 8-piece choir and vocalist Joanna Cotten all backing – comes to life with IMAX’s groundbreaking 12-channel sound and unparalleled image quality and scale. Evangeline vs. The Machine Comes Alive debuts exclusively in IMAX theatres across the U.S. and Canada beginning Friday, February 13, 2026.
 
In a first-ever partnership among IMAX, MCA, Mercury Studios and Q Prime South, the limited theatrical release sees Church perform his eighth studio album front-to-back before transitioning into his catalog hits with this expanded musical collaboration, filmed across two nights at The Pinnacle in Nashville, Tenn. 
 
“I’ve played a lot of shows. I’ve never had two nights like these where the room felt literally transported. We went to a different plane, musically, artistically, emotionally,” Church reflects. “It was unforgettable and I’ll remember it the rest of my days.”
 
Whether transitioning from Evangeline vs. The Machine’s album closer “Clap Hands” to “Desperate Man,” or citing the sax-solo on “Springsteen,” Whiskey Riff notes Church’s album release shows “showed off not only his country music street cred but also wove in the rock, blues and soul sounds that have influenced the man behind the sunglasses.” 
 
Directed by Reid Long and Executive Produced by Barak Moffitt, Andrea Dunn, Mike Harris, Rob Femia and John Peets, Church is represented by WME, Q Prime South and MCA Nashville. 

About Eric Church:
A seven-time ACM Award winner, four-time CMA Award winner (including 2020’s Entertainer of the Year), TIME100 Philanthropy 2025 honoree and 10-time GRAMMY nominee – including three nods for Best Country Album, Eric Church has built a passionate fan base through his critically acclaimed catalog of music. Church’s October 2024 release, “Darkest Hour,” saw the superstar signing over all of his publishing royalties to the people of North Carolina to provide immediate relief following the devastation of Hurricane Helene while also providing ongoing funds to support a more resilient future for his home state. The song is featured alongside current single “Hands Of Time” on his brand new album, Evangeline vs. The Machine, marking his first new music since 2021’s Heart & Soul triple album (“Stick That In Your Country Song,” “Hell Of A View”). That project followed prior releases including RIAA Gold-certified Desperate Man (“Some Of It,” “Desperate Man”), Platinum-certified Sinners Like Me (“How ’Bout You,” “Guys Like Me”), Carolina (“Smoke a Little Smoke,” “Love Your Love the Most”) and Mr. Misunderstood (“Record Year,” “Round Here Buzz”), Double-Platinum certified The Outsiders (“Like a Wrecking Ball,” “Talladega”) and 4x Platinum-certified Chief (“Springsteen,” “Drink In My Hand”), as well as 32 Gold, Platinum and multi-Platinum certified songs. Church is also a minority owner of the Charlotte Hornets, a co-owner of the iconic Field & Stream brand, has his own SiriusXM music channel, “Eric Church Outsiders Radio,” his own liquor offering, Whiskey JYPSI, and his six-story venue on Nashville’s famed lower Broadway, Chief’s. For more information, visit EricChurch.com and follow on Facebook and Twitter/X @ericchurch and Instagram @ericchurchmusic. 

Evangeline vs. The Machine Live at Nashville’s The Pinnacle, photographed on Friday, May 23, 2025. | Photo Credit: Nathan Zucker for Alive Coverage

Darius Rucker's First-Time Headline at The O2 Arena Commemorated

Darius Rucker's 2017 lyrics rang true Sunday night (10/5) – "When was the last time, you did something for the first time" – when the 3X GRAMMY winner's headlining debut at London's The O2 Arena was commemorated with their First Time Award.

Pictured (L to R): Maverick's Chris Parr; The O2 Arena's Alfie Jeffries; Rucker; CAA's Nigel Hassler and Maverick's Clarence Spalding. | Courtesy of Darius Rucker

About Darius Rucker:
Rucker first achieved multi-Platinum status in the music industry as lead singer and rhythm guitarist of the GRAMMY Award-winning band Hootie & the Blowfish, who have sold more than 25 million albums worldwide including their Double Diamond-certified (22x Platinum) debut Cracked Rear View, which remains among the top 10 best-selling studio albums of all time. Since releasing his first Country album in 2008, Rucker has earned a whole new legion of fans with four No. 1 albums on the Billboard Country chart plus 10 No. 1 singles at Country radio and 11 Gold, Platinum or multi-Platinum certified hits. Rucker was inducted as a Grand Ole Opry member in 2012 and he won his third career GRAMMY Award in 2014 for Best Solo Country Performance with his Diamond-certified (11x Platinum) version of “Wagon Wheel,” one of the top five best-selling Country songs of all time. His latest album Carolyn’s Boy (featuring recent single “Never Been Over” with Jennifer Nettles) is available everywhere now as is his New York Times bestselling memoir “Life’s Too Short,” released via Dey Street in 2024.

As a lifelong philanthropist, Rucker co-chaired the capital campaign that generated $150 million to help build the new MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital in his hometown of Charleston, S.C. and has raised over $4.3 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital through his annual Darius & Friends benefit concert and golf tournament. In addition, Rucker has advocated for over 200 charitable causes supporting public education and junior golf programs in South Carolina through the Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation and serves as a National Chair for the National Museum of African American Music in Nashville, Tenn. Rucker is also an avid sports fan, with his Darius Rucker Collection by Fanatics line of NFL, MLB, NHL and NCAA apparel available via Fanatics.com, and he is part of the Music City Baseball investment group working to bring an MLB team to Tennessee in addition to serving as a partner at the MGC Sports & Entertainment agency.

Most recently, Rucker announced the formation of Howl Owl Howl, a rock band consisting of Rucker, R.E.M. co-founder Mike Mills and The Black Crowes co-founder and former drummer Steve Gorman. Howl Owl Howl's debut track "My Cologne" arrives Oct. 31.