It's Time to Rise as Dogma Returns to the U.S. This Spring

Explosive hard rock band DOGMA return to the States this Spring on the Time to Rise Pt. 1. U.S. Tour 2026 with special guests Frayle.  Kicking off on March 15 in Seattle, WA, and wrapping on April 3 in Philadelphia, this leg of the tour will see the group perform on key dates in New York City, Washington, D.C., San Diego, Dallas, and more.  Full dates are below.  

Frontperson Lilith says, “Last October and November, during our last U.S tour dates, we carried a message that was still taking shape. Some paths were broken before they could be completed, and certain cities were left waiting. That tension did not fade. It stayed with us, sharpened us, and demanded a proper return.”

She continues, “Time to Rise Part I U.S. Tour 2026 emerges from that demand. What comes next carries intention, consequence, and elements that will not announce themselves in advance. There will be moments you are not prepared for, choices you didn’t plan to make, impulses you didn’t expect to feel, and yet, you will feel them. Anaheim and Reno are part of that reckoning. To the sinners who remained present despite uncertainty: this chapter is written with you in mind. What rises now does so with purpose, weight, memory… and temptations that will test how far you’re willing to go.”

Time to Rise Pt. 1 U.S. Tour 2026 dates (with special guests Frayle):

March 15 - Seattle, WA - Substation
March 17 - San Francisco, CA  - The Independent
March 18 - Los Angeles, CA  - 1720
March 19 - Reno, NV - The Alpine
March 20 - Anaheim, CA - House of Blues
March 21 - San Diego, CA - House of Blues
March 24 - San Antonio, TX - Vibes Studio
March 25 - Dallas, TX - Trees
March 27 - Madison, WI - The Annex at The Red Zone
March 28 - Joliet, IL - The Forge
March 29 - Chesterfield, MI - Diesel Concert Lounge
March 31 - New York, NY - The Gramercy Theater
April 1 - Washington, DC - Black Cat
April 2 - Bethlehem, PA - Fowler Blast Furnace Room
April 3 - Philadelphia, PA - Kung Fu Necktie

Dogma is offering a limited-edition presale bundle with ticket purchase, including an exclusive design of the “spitting nun” T-shirt. For more information, visit HERE.  Fans can also sign up HERE for a pre-show Meet & Greet, which includes surprise sweepstakes and a band photo.  

BLEED FROM WITHIN - Reveal Live Audiotree Session

Scottish metal heavyweights, Bleed From Within, are proud to reveal their live Audiotree Session. The band filmed the one take performance during their 2025 North America tour supporting Bullet For My Valentine and Trivium, featuring songs from their latest album Zenith and more. Audiotree are renowned for showcasing talented musicians from around the world. Their channel has become a cornerstone, capturing intimate studio performances from diverse artists.

Watch the Bleed From Within x Audiotree session below:

Bleed From Within stated:
"We’ve had our eyes on Audiotree for quite some time. We saw this as an opportunity to showcase our material in a new light, without the usual production that we have with us in a live environment. In an age of over produced records & bands editing live footage, it felt refreshing to walk into a room and just play our instruments knowing that this was our one take and only chance to dial it in. There were no run throughs or drop ins. Play it loud, then come see it in the flesh in April/May on our first ever headline tour of North America!"

BLEED FROM WITHIN - 2026 TOUR DATES

NORTH AMERICA - THE ZENITH TOUR

04.02.2026 U.S.  Worcester, MA @ The Palladium (upstairs)
04.03.2026 CAN Montreal, QC @ Theatre Beanfield *LOW TICKETS
04.04.2026 CAN Toronto, ON @ Opera House *LOW TICKETS
04.06.2026 U.S.  Philadelphia, PA @ Theatre Of The Living
04.07.2026 U.S.  Lakewood, OH @ The Roxy
04.08.2026 U.S.  Millvale, PA @ Mr. Small's
04.10.2026 U.S.  Detroit, MI @ St. Andrew's Hall
04.11.2026 U.S.  Grand Rapids, MI @ Elevation
04.12.2026 U.S.  Chicago, IL @ House Of Blues
04.14.2026 U.S.  Minneapolis, MN @ Varsity Theater
04.15.2026 U.S.  Lincoln, NE @ Bourbon Theatre
04.17.2026 U.S.  Englewood, CO @ Gothic Theatre
04.19.2026 U.S.  Boise, ID @ Shrine Social Club
04.20.2026 U.S.  Seattle, WA @ The Crocodile
04.21.2026 U.S.  Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theatre
04.22.2026 U.S.  Roseville, CA @ Goldfield Trading Post
04.24.2026 U.S.  Los Angeles, CA @ The Regent Theatre
04.25.2026 U.S.  Pomona, CA @ The Glass House
04.26.2026 U.S.  Phoenix, AZ @ Crescent Ballroom
04.28.2026 U.S.  Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live
04.29.2026 U.S.  Dallas, TX @ Granada Theater
05.01.2026 U.S.  Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum
05.02.2026 U.S.  Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Hell)
05.03.2026 U.S.  Greensboro, NC @ Hangar 1819
05.05.2026 U.S.  Richmond, VA @ Canal Club
05.06.2026 U.S.  Baltimore, MD @ Nevermore Hall
05.07.2026 U.S.  New York, NY @ Gramercy Theatre

Supports: Sylosis, Great American Ghost, Life Cycles
Tickets are on-sale now from: https://bleedfromwithin.com/tour-dates/

ABOUT BLEED FROM WITHIN

After 20 years, Bleed from Within have reached their Zenith. The Glasgow firebrands are one of the hardest working acts in metal: playing shows globally with everyone from Megadeth to Slipknot, all while writing and regularly releasing monstrous, exhilarating songs. The upward journey reaches new heights on their seventh album, which contains the band’s heaviest, catchiest and most intrepid music to date.

Bleed – vocalist Scott Kennedy, guitarists Craig “Goonzi” Gowans and Steven Jones, drummer Ali Richardson and bassist Davie Provan – have long been Scottish metal’s most valued sons, constantly at the vanguard of muscular-sounding music. First albums Humanity(2009) and Empire (2010) made them cult figureheads in the deathcore scene, before Uprising(2013) broadened their palate with groove metal adrenaline and melodic death metal prowess. It also marked their major-label debut, catapulting them onto tours with heavy royalty.

In 2018, the band returned with the ferocious Era. Then, follow-ups Fracture (2020) and Shrine(2022) proved their greatest triumphs to date, intertwining Scott’s snarls with Steven’s majestic singing. The millions of streams gathered by such singles as ‘The End of All We Know’, ‘Into Nothing’ and ‘Levitate’ proved Bleed had become the next big thing. On Zenith – which was announced alongside career-affirming tours with Slipknot, Trivium and Bullet for My Valentine – the quintet are primed to leap into superstardom.

Across 11 songs, Zenith explores the parameters of what pulse-pounding metal can do. ‘Violent Nature’ is the most attention-demanding opener Bleed have ever penned, accelerating from a distorted intro to an onslaught of drums, blitzkrieg riffs and layer upon layer of screams. Single ‘In Place of Your Halo’ is a heavier counterpoint: its hulking groove leads up to a surprising bagpipe section, keeping the band in touch with their homeland as they affirm themselves on the world’s stage. From the bold string sections throughout the album to finale ‘Edge of Infinity’, which rises from acoustic guitars and singing to an almighty crescendo, Bleed’s horizons have never been broader. Yet, their songs have never felt so invigorating across the board either.

Bleed From Within are:
Scott Kennedy - Vocals
Craig Gowans - Lead Guitar
Steven Jones - Rhythm Guitar & Vocals
David Provan - Bass
Ali Richardson - Drums 

WORMWITCH Kicks Off Canadian Headlining Tour Tomorrow, January 22

WORMWITCH is ringing in the new year with a headlining run across Canada along with support from Vancouver's SCALDING! The trek starts tomorrow, January 22, in Ottawa, ON and will conclude on January 26 in Sherbrooke (QC). The full itinerary can be found below while tickets can be found HERE.

The band previously commented, "Wormwitch is finally making our long overdue return to the great Canadian shield, this time joined by our western brethren in Scalding. These are sure to be five frigid evenings of unhinged Canadian metal, square in the middle of what is predicted to be a particularly unforgiving winter.”

WORMWITCH will be supporting their eponymous fourth studio album, which was released on July 26, 2024 via Profound Lore Records and can be found HERE. The band is pleased to reveal that they are working on new music with an EP expected later this year!

WORMWITCH sets out to combine a melodic blackened death assault with the ferocity and attitude of crust punk and classic rock and roll, jettisoning the burdens of ceremony and pomp that dominate the genre today. 

WORMWITCH Canadian Tour Dates 2026 (w/ support from Scalding):

01/22: Ottawa, ON @ Dominion

01/23: Toronto, ON @ Lee’s Palace

01/24: Montreal, QC @ Cabaret Foufs

01/25: Quebec City, QC @ L’Anti Bar

01/26: Sherbrooke, QC @ Le Murdoc

Like black wings from an obsidian sky, WORMWITCH descended from the darkness in 2015, somewhere upon the rain-soaked woodlands of coastal British Columbia. Animated from the bones of several local punk and metal bands, the new entity set out to combine a melodic blackened death assault with the ferocity and attitude of crust punk and classic rock and roll, jettisoning the burdens of ceremony and pomp that dominate the genre today. 

WORMWITCH released their first demo, 'The Long Defeat' in 2015, and shortly after signed to Prosthetic Records, under whom they released 'Strike Mortal Soil' (2017), 'Heaven that Dwells Within' (2019), and 'Wolf Hex' (2021). During that time the band toured with the likes of The Black Dahlia Murder, Suffocation, Midnight, Necrot, Uada, Bewitcher, and many others, earning themselves a dedicated cult following and international critical praise. In 2022, WORMWITCH struck out to independently release a string of singles and embark upon several tours of North America. After a busy festival season, 2024 saw the release of a six-song split with Atlanta black-thrashers Sadistic Ritual.

Now, with blades meticulously honed and tempered under the light of a feral Canadian moon, WORMWITCH emerges once more to offer their fourth full length record. Simply self-titled, “Wormwitch” is a statement of a band coming into it’s own - a revelrous celebration of devilish speed, searing melody and diabolical intensity.

Wormwitch Lineup:

Robin Harris: Bass, Vocals

Colby Hink: Guitars

Israel Langlais: Drums

Recording & Mixing: Michael Kraushaar at Little Red Sounds at New Westminster, BC

Mastering: Brad Boatright at Audiosiege

Guest vocals: Erlend Hjelvik (HJELVIK) on "The Helm And The Bow"

Cover Artwork: Abomination Hammer

Photos: Lucien Cyr

Links:

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Spotify

YouTube

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TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE FOR WINTER GATHERING 2027 – BOSTON ALBUM RELEASE!!

Tickets are on sale today for our 3.5 day deep-dive into the music of Adam Ezra Group.  January 8-11, 2027 we will be back Gathering at the incredible Lake Morey Resort in Fairlee, VT.   This will be our 6th Winter Gathering, and incredibly they seem to keep getting better and better!!  Warning: for those of you considering, this trip is not for the meek and the mild!  Acoustic sessions in the mornings and extended band shows at night mean that over the course of our time together Gatherers experience 15 hours of our music with no repeats!  In between concerts Gatherers get to experience all the amenities this top notch (yet cozy) resort has to offer, plus a TON of fan organized activities throughout the days and nights. 

If you’re a person who finishes an AEG show wishing the music could keep going...if you’re a fan who loves the b-sides, early stuff, unreleased music, and stories behind songs, this trip is designed for you. 

Click HERE to learn all about it on our Winter Gathering pages, and we hope to see you next January!! 

WARNING:  The resort sold out last year, and as we’ve given last year’s Gatherers first dibs on tickets, there is already limited space available! 

Boston Album Release:

THANK YOU to the hundreds of you who have already purchased tickets for the Revelate Album Release Concert at House of Blues in Boston!!!

This is the biggest venue we’ve ever been asked to headline, and we could not be more excited!! 

Come join us...we’d love to have you there.

Southern Tour:

In less than two weeks we’ll be headed back out on the road and rolling South!! 

Make plans, grab tix, spread the word...we only get to do this once a year! 🔥

JAN 28           FAIRFIELD, NJ

JAN 29           CHARLOTTE, NC

JAN 31           ASHEVILLE, NC

FEB 1             DECATUR, GA

FEB 2             MONTGOMERY, AL (PRIVATE EVENT)

FEB 3             VALPARAISO, FL

FEB 4             BOCA RATON, FL     LOW TICKETS!
FEB 5             BOCA RATON, FL     LOW TICKETS! 

FEB 6             STUART, FL

FEB 7             SUMMERLAND KEY, FL

FEB 9             SALT LAKE CITY, UT

FEB 11           TARPON SPRINGS, FL      SOLD OUT!

FEB 12           SARASOTA, FL                  SOLD OUT!

FEB 13           SAINT AUGUSTINE, FL     LOW TICKETS!

Kenny Adds SIX Sphere Shows in July; Look for Big Fly-Away Energy

When Kenny Chesney decides to do something – whether it’s Heart Life Music, his No. 1 New York Times best-seller, which he called “a love letter to the journey,” or taking No Shoes Nation into a whole new dimension with his groundbreaking Sphere residency – he truly commits to the process, the music, the experience, and especially the fans. Having realized all the opportunities Sphere’s production capabilities offer to deepen how people experience these songs that have defined their lives, he doubled down on playing Sphere in 2026.
 
“Beyond how different it was, there was all the fun,” offers the 2025 Country Music Hall of Fame inductee. “Seeing all the faces, plus all the crazy things we could do with the sound and visuals, I knew well before we finished, we were coming back and taking all of it even further. With all the work that’s going into changing up over half the show, adding more songs we might not be able to play in stadiums, pulling some surprises, five shows weren’t going to be enough…
 
“When we were able to make the 4th of July weekend a flyaway, come stay, see Guitars, Tiki Bars and let’s share a whole lotta love, I was very much, ‘Let’s do it.’ So, we did. Like we flashed on the screen at our final show when it said, ‘See you next summer’ – we’re setting up for summer vacation, only the sand isn’t a beach, and you don’t have to drive anywhere!”
 
For the only country artist on Pollstar’s Top 10 Touring Acts of the 21st Century – landing between Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band and Metallica – creating the ultimate concert experience requires a lot of commitment. Taking Sphere even further means the five previously announced June shows and these six dates will be Chesney’s only headlining concerts this summer.

Calling last year’s residency “a sonic and visual rollercoaster,” USA Today headlined their review “Kenny Chesney delivers a vibrant, visually arresting feast.” While it’s a high bar to cross, it’s everything the songwriter/superstar from East Tennessee lives for. Not only is he thinking about how to make it even more, Chesney’s looking to enrich the feeling of community for the millions of people who’ve lived, loved and built their best times inside his songs.
 
“This isn’t something you can do every year,” explains Billboard’s No. 1 Country Artist of the 21st Century. “But to be able to put two years together, to take what you know and double down on something so unique? It’s an opportunity for us, No Shoes Nation and even people who just love Sphere shows to experience the joy in a completely different way.”
 
Beyond Chesney’s high energy shows, this year’s Sphere concerts will include several different ways to experience Kenny culture. Like last year, the free-to-all Guitars, Tiki Bars and a Whole Lotta Love experience will return – in a whole new location – to bring people inside the journey. Beyond that, there are several different packages and opportunities to enjoy; many affording additional time to hang out with fellow citizens of No Shoes Nation beyond the actual concert.
 
Vibee, the music-led destination experience company, is the official VIP Concert & Hotel Experience Package partner for Chesney’s shows at Sphere. All Concert & Hotel Experience Packages include a choice of ‘The Sandbar’ (floor GA) or premium reserved seating at Sphere, a collectible laminate and lanyard, access to ‘Guitars, Tiki Bars and a Whole Lotta Love – the Kenny Chesney Fan Experience’ pop-up – and a two-night stay at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas – the only resort connected to Sphere. ‘Live Like We Do’ package holders will enjoy additional VIP perks, including priority entry to Sphere, access to exclusive VIP space ‘The VERY Vibe Room’ with a dedicated merch store and special programming, priority access to ‘Guitars, Tiki Bars and a Whole Lotta Love – the Kenny Chesney Fan Experience,’ luxury motorcoach transport to and from the airport, an exclusive Kenny Chesney curated gift bag and more. For guests who do not require accommodation or airport transfer, ‘Roll Like We Do’ VIP Concert Experience Packages will also be available. For more information and access to tickets through Vibee’s packages, please visit kennychesney.vibee.com.

Kenny Chesney Live at Sphere Las Vegas
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UADA Honors New Moon with Haunting Acoustic Version of "The Purging Fire"

Enigmatic black metal masters UADA are honoring the first new moon of 2026 with a very special track. The band is now unveiling a haunting neo-folk acoustic version of their seminal song, "The Purging Fire," from the band's critically-acclaimed 2018 full-length, 'Cult of a Dying Sun.' The moving version of the song can now be found along with a music video below.

The video was filmed and edited by Karl Whinnery and directed by Jake Superchi, with Evan Gandy serving as the co-director of photography.

UADA comments, "Following the first New Moon of the year, in the heart of the Wolf Moon cycle, it feels like an exceptional moment to present an unprecedented rendition from the UADA catalog.

"To re-create something in such a radically different and unique way was nothing short of a challenge—a challenge that had been calling for some time. One that demanded to be answered.

"Although the structural foundation of the piece was already in place, the execution itself unfolded as an impromptu session, allowing the natural essence to emerge freely and significantly.

"While we may have had preconceptions about how the musical and vocal interpretation might sound leading up to its (re)creation, everything transformed in the moment of realization, embracing a liberated state of “come what may.”

"Folk music and art have always been a profound influence, and even though this piece was recorded two and a half years ago, the presence of folk elements in our lives and writing feels more prominent today than ever before.

"Though we assume most may not fully grasp our necessity for this adaptation, we hope it will ignite a primal awakening within listeners—to seek the ancient ways and venture into a past that feels increasingly forgotten in the current state of the world."

In addition, UADA has joined forces with industrial metal artist MORTIIS for a very special co-headliner, featuring exclusive anniversary sets and supporting performances by Jerome Reuter’s ROME and WRAITH KNIGHT. UADA will be performing their seminal 2016 debut album 'Devoid of Light' in its entirety + a special CERMONIAL CASTINGS 30-year anniversary set featuring Wraith Knight. In addition, MORTIIS shall be performing songs from his groundbreaking 2001 full-length, 'The Smell Of Rain,' along with other volumes of dystopian despair. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets are now available HERE.

Moreover, after much demand from fans, UADA will be returning to Milwaukee Metal Fest for the second time since leaving their mark during the 2024 edition. The festival will take place at The Rave/Eagle's Club from June 4 - 7, with UADA performing on the 7th. More info and tickets can be found HERE.

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THE WITCHES OF DYSTOPIA TOUR MMXXVI

(UADA + MORTIIS w/ Jerome Reuter’s ROME + WRAITH KNIGHT):

04/10/26: Portland, OR @ Dante's

04/11/26: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw

04/13/26: Calgary, AB @ Dickens

04/14/26: Edmonton, AB @ Starlite

04/16/26: Winnipeg, MB @ Sidestage

04/17/26: Minneapolis, MN @ Skyway at Studio B

04/18/26: Madison, WI @ Annex

04/19/26: Chicago, IL @ Reggies

04/20/26: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary

04/21/26: Indianapolis, IN @ Black Circle

04/22/26: Covington, KY @ Madison Live

04/23/26: Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground

04/24/26: Toronto, ON @ Lee's Palace

04/25/26: Montreal, QC @ Cafe Campus

04/26/26: Quebec City, QC @ La Source

04/27/26: Boston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall

04/28/26: Brooklyn, NY @ Meadows

04/29/26: Bensalem, PA @ Broken Goblet

04/30/26: Baltimore, MD @ Metro

05/01/26: Raleigh, NC @ Chapel Of Bones

05/02/26: Atlanta, GA @ 529 EAV

05/03/26: Orlando, FL @ Conduit

05/05/26: Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live

05/06/26: Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live

05/07/26: Dallas, TX @ Club Dada

05/08/26: Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad

05/09/26: Denver, CO @ HQ

05/10/26: Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge

05/11/26: Las Vegas, NV @ Swan Dive

05/12/26: San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick

05/13/26: Los Angeles, CA @ The Echo

05/14/26: San Jose, CA @ The Ritz

05/15/26: Eugene, OR @ John Henry's

05/16/26: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

Additional UADA Tour Dates:

06/07: Milwaukee, WI @ Milwaukee Metal Fest

Ever since the cloaked Pacific Northwest band appeared on the music radar, UADA has always been electrified by both polar worlds. Their echelon was stark and meaningful. Within the stretch of four albums as well as dense and triumphant live shows across the globe, they have not only spiked the map of extreme metal music but their unrelenting touring schedule and unbridled will to push forward into new horizons has also earned them a reception in all the extremes imaginable, be it worship or spite.

Kindled from Uada's second record, 'Cult of a Dying Sun,' this reimagined torch song wields orchestral grandeur, weaving through the dreamlike forests of inner vision and stirring the primordial cauldron of sonic magick.

Recording lineup: 

Jake Superchi - All Vocals, Guitars, and Percussion

Nate Verschoor - Bass

Special Guest:

C.E. Brown - Cello 

Engineered and mixed at Obsidian Spells between Summer 2023 and Spring 2024 by Jake Superchi 

Mastered by Arthur Rizk

Stream // Download: https://uada.lnk.to/thepurgingfire

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Only Human Announce Inventive Debut 'Planned Obsolescence'

No matter the day and age, progressive metal never strays from the cutting edge. ONLY HUMAN are fresh on the scene having now signed with Season of Mist. But the Danish upstarts are already on the brink of a major discovery with their inventive debut album. Planned Obsolescence pushes prog metal in a truly forward-thinking direction while warning of our not-too-distant dystopia.

“We wanted ONLY HUMAN to be about something”, says vocalist Patrick Grønbæch Christensen, who also produced, mixed and mastered their debut album. “Planned Obsolescence is supposed to wake people up to all the ways technocracy is encroaching on society. We now live in a reality where humans are products to be consumed and disposed”.

Today, ONLY HUMAN are announcing Planned Obsolescence with a suspenseful video for the album’s lead single. “Automata” transmits a chilling message for the future, but the band’s cutting-edge fusion hits like a deep breath of fresh air.    

Watch the video for “Automata” below;

Planned Obsolescence comes out March 27, 2026 on Season of Mist.

Pre-order & Pre-save

https://orcd.co/onlyhumanplannedobsolescence

Concept albums are standard procedure for metal, especially when it comes to the prog space. But when the five members of ONLY HUMAN came together via online and IRL connections, they wired the entire band’s framework around one encroaching idea. “Automata” surfs its synthetic grooves with clear command, as if by simply pressing a button. Though beneath its shining surface, the song processes the inherent danger in letting technology determine our individual thought patterns. During the music video, three thrill seekers follow guidance from their smartphone. Good times are had along the way, but tragically, they never stop to question whether it’s leading them to a dead end.

“We’ve offloaded critical thought”, Christensen explains. “We’re not really doing things because we want to do them. It’s because an algorithm has decided that’s what we should do”.

Planned Obsolescence is fueled by existential dread. Like a virus, electronic beats hack into the hard drive of “Automata”, much in the same way that technology continues to creep into our everyday lives. But that doesn’t mean that the album leaves us without hope. There’s nothing broken, outmoded or dated about ONLY HUMAN. When main-frame shaking riffs reduce the song to digital ash, their message rings out loud and clear. “Defy and learn to walk again”.

“When the world is going badly, the reason is because people gave up”, says Christensen. “Things aren’t hopeless. We can absolutely fight back. Hopefully, this album gets people to think about valuing humanity over profit”.

Catch ONLY HUMAN live and in the flesh this year, starting next weekend in Denmark with Svartsot.

The video for “Automata” was directed by muyingo.

Additional video credits

Starring: Ross Mangal Khan, Elyas Ben, Mads Højlund

Producer: Johan Dahlerup

Production Manager: Lou Wroblewski

Editor - Benjamin Giese Binzer

Director of Photography - Tobias Horvath

1st Assistant Camera - Mikke D. Jensen

2nd Assistant Camera - Johan Rostrup

Steadicam Operator - Noah Obel

Gaffer - Leonardo Bosetti

Light Equipment - Malik Thomsen

Sound Recording - Chris Kenter

Sound Design - Guilherme Magrin

Production Design - Martha Wallstrøm

Costume & Makeup Artist - Sofie Bau

PA- Mohammes Hussain

Visual Effects Artist - Marco Vegh

Storyboard Artist - Abu Shukran

Behind the Scenes - Jackson Heeley

ONLY HUMAN’s vision for the future verges on apocalyptic. “Breach” closes the album by looking past the point of no return. Amidst its crushing despair, even the song’s glowing keys appear like a comet bound for Earth. But while fueled by existential dread, Planned Obsolescence isn’t void of hope. After all, there’s nothing broken, outmoded or dated about this new band. Unlike the attempts of artificial intelligence, their fusion of prog, djent, hard rock and electronic soundscapes is the product of much care and hard work. They had to tinker with several different versions before “Steep Descent” finally reached its climactic bridge. "Cast your flame beyond this bleak reality”, Christensen beckons as dizzying melodies and a stellar guitar solo propel him and his bandmates into the next stratosphere.

“When the world is going badly, the reason is because people gave up”, Christensen concludes. “Things aren’t hopeless. We can absolutely fight back. Hopefully, this album gets people to think about valuing humanity over profit”.

Lineup
Patrick Grønbæch Christensen- Vocals
Martin Hastrup - Guitars
JaCK Kijne - Guitars
Andreas Pröll - Drums
Guillaume Blanjean - Bass

Recording, Mixing and Mastering Studio
Only Human Studio

Production Credits
Producer & Sound Engineer - Patrick Grønbæch Christensen
Mixing Engineer - Patrick Grønbæch Christensen
Mastering Engineer - Patrick Grønbæch Christensen (Digital and CD), Brett Caldas-Lima (Vinyl)

Cover Art
Guillaume Blanjean

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Available Formats
CD Digipack
12" Vinyl Jacket (Black)
12" Colored Vinyl (Transparent red with black and white splatters)
12" Colored Vinyl (Transparent red and black marbled)



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SEPULTURA | ANNOUNCE THEIR FINAL NORTH AMERICAN TOUR WITH EXODUS, BIOHAZARD & TRIBAL GAZE

Legendary metal pioneers SEPULTURA have announced their final 'Celebrating Life Through Death' North American tour, marking the end of an era. After more than 4 decades, 14 gold records, and tours across 80 countries and diverse cultures, SEPULTURA has become one of the most influential metal bands of our time, serving as Brazil's emissary to the rest of the world. 

Hailing from Belo Horizonte, the quartet will spread Brazil's colours and rhythms for a final time. This farewell run will feature an explosive lineup, including special guests, Thrash legends EXODUS, hardcore heavyweights BIOHAZARD, and newcomers TRIBAL GAZE, promising a powerful celebration across North America.

Kicking off on April 29 in Montclair, NJ, the 'Celebrating Life Through Death' tour will visit major cities across the U.S. and Canada, including Montreal, Detroit, Chicago, Denver, and Los Angeles, before concluding on May 29 at The Wiltern in Los Angeles. Along the way, Sepultura will also perform at major festivals, including Welcome to Rockville and Sonic Temple.

Tickets will go on sale on January 23rd at 10:00 local time and  VIP packages are on sale now from www.sepultura.com.br/tour

SEPULTURA – Celebrating Life Through Death North American Tour 2026 
With EXODUS, BIOHAZARD, TRIBAL GAZE

04.29  US   Montclair, NJ @ The Wellmont Theater
05.01  CAN Montreal, QC @ MTELUS
05.02  CAN London, ON @ London Music Hall
05.04  US   Detroit, MI @ Royal Oak Music Theatre
05.05  US   Louisville, KY @ Old Forester's Paristown Hall
05.06  US   Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl 
05.07  US   Atlanta, GA @ The Masquarade 
05.08  US   New Orleans, LA @ The Civic Theatre
05.10  US   Daytona Beach, FL @ Welcome To Rockville*
05.11  US   Charleston, SC @ Music Farm
05.12  US   Greensboro, NC @ Piedmont Hall
05.13  US   Reading, PA @ Reverb
05.15  US   Chicago, IL @ Ramova Theatre
05.16  US   Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple*
05.17  US   Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave  
05.19  US   Des Moines, IA @ Val Air Ballroom
05.21  US   Denver, CO @ The Ogden Theatre
05.22  US   Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot 
05.23  US   Boise, ID @ Shrine Social Club
05.25  US   Las Vegas, NV @ House Of Blues 
05.26  US   San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park 
05.28  US   Berkeley, CA @ UC Theatre
05.29  US   Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern
*Festival Date

LORNA SHORE Adds 2026 North American Tour Dates, Kicking Off April 17 With Support From Paleface Swiss & Signs Of The Swarm; Plus, New Single & Video For “In Darkness” Released Today

After dominating 2025 with their explosive new album I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me (named one of the best of the year by Kerrang, Metal Hammer and Loudwire), Lorna Shore is ready to do it all over again in 2026 with a massive global tour that kicks off January 23 in Germany and heads into the spring with newly announced dates just added for North America.

 

Lorna Shore will be joined by Paleface Swiss and Signs Of The Swarm for the North American run, which begins April 17 in Buffalo, NY and runs through May 22 in Montclair, NJ, alongside festival appearances at Welcome To Rockville and Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival. See the full tour dates below.

 

Tickets for the North American dates will be available starting with an artist presale beginning Tuesday, January 20 at 9AM ET. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, January 23 at 9AM local time at LiveNation.com. For more info and tickets you can also visit lornashoreband.com.

 

Alongside today’s tour announcement, Lorna Shore also releases the latest taste of their critically acclaimed new album with the single and video for “In Darkness.” See the music video, directed by David Brodsky for My Good Eye, Below.

 

Says frontman Will Ramos of the song, “'In Darkness' is about growing up feeling distant from everyone, a song about anxiety and being an outcast (as many of us metal fans grow from). It’s a song about embracing that outlandish and ostracized feeling. Knowing that we have grown in the shadows, the darkness of the world, but accepting that through that darkness we have become.”

I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me, out now via Century Media Records, is Lorna Shore’s fifth album and the first in three years since 2022’s Pain Remains and continues the band’s reputation as one of the most impressive extreme metal acts to emerge in recent memory.

 

The quintet, also including lead guitarist Adam De Micco, drummer Austin Archey, rhythm guitarist Andrew O'Connor and bassist Michael Yager, have hit the viral Spotify charts, racked up hundreds of millions of streams, embarked on highly successful tours and in the process, galvanized a significant fanbase that hangs onto the band’s quest for stylistic inversion. But by virtue of physical onslaught and wanting to divine truth from their music, Lorna Shore have kept themselves fired up by torching the metal rulebook at every turn, practically demanding that other genres step up their game.

 

I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me is now available in multiple formats including digital, CD and limited-edition vinyl variants. Fans can stream the album HERE and find their preferred physical and digital retailer HERE. Fans can also shop a merch collection, available HERE.

North American Dates with Paleface Swiss & Signs Of The Swarm

4/17 Buffalo, NY @ Buffalo RiverWorks

4/18 Grand Rapids, MI @ GLC Live at 20 Monroe

4/19 Madison, WI @ The Sylvee

4/20 Omaha, NE @ Steelhouse

4/22 Bozeman, MT @ The ELM

4/24 Edmonton, AB @ Edmonton Convention Centre

4/25 Calgary, AB @ Grey Eagle Event Centre

4/27 Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre

4/29 Green Bay, WI  @ EPIC Event Center

5/1 Waukee, IA @ Vibrant Music Hall

5/2 East Moline, IL @ The Rust Belt

5/3 Wichita, KS @ The Cotillion

5/4 Kansas City, MO @ The Midland Theatre

5/6 Memphis, TN @ Graceland Soundstage

5/7 Dothan, AL @ The Plant

5/8 Daytona Beach, FL @ Welcome to Rockville*

5/9 Birmingham, AL @ Avondale Brewing Company

5/11 Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz

5/12 Myrtle Beach, SC @ House Of Blues

5/14 Gary, IN @ Hard Rock Live Northern Indiana

5/15 Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple*

5/16 Bethlehem, PA @ Wind Creek Event Center

5/18 Virginia Beach, VA @ The Dome

5/20 Syracuse, NY @ Sharkey's Event Center

5/21 Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount

5/22 Montclair, NJ @ The Wellmont Theater

*Festival Dates

Mimi Barks Announces Spring 2026 Tour Dates + New Music Coming Soon

MIMI BARKS has built a sound that is entirely her own. Her work is rooted in the collision of metal, industrial energy, and trap. Mimi's roots as a metal-loving artist in the Berlin club scene informed the creation of a genre fusion that is all her own, dubbed "DOOM TRAP." The music is visceral, heavy, and unfiltered, reaching into the dark corners of her psyche that are uncomfortable and turning them into powerful and strange beauty. Her inky and gutsy musical universe will fully enthrall you through her beats, fashion, artwork, ambience, and beyond. Nothing in her catalogue feels polished for comfort. It ebbs and flows with tension, grit, and truth.

Today, she is thrilled to announce that she will be touring the U.S. this spring as part of the DEADDOLLZ TOUR 2026 with Little Miss Nasty and GG Margie. The tour kicks off on April 8 in Salt Lake City and runs through May 10 in San Diego. Get tickets here.

It marks her first time crashing domestic shores.

"This tour announcement feels surreal," the artist states. "My debut appearance in the U.S. has been a long time coming. The flock has been asking for this moment for a minute, and I've been manifesting it long before that. Joining Little Miss Nasty on the DeadDollz Tour 2026 alongside GG Magree is proof that when you stay focused and trust the process, things unfold in their own divine timing."

Barks will also release new music very, very soon! So watch this space for more intel!

MIMI BARKS ON TOUR:
WITH LITTLE MISS NASTY + GG MAGREE:
4/15—Minneapolis, MN—Green Room
4/16—Madison, WI—The Annex
4/17—Detroit, MI—Magic Stick
4/18—Cleveland, OH—Mercury 
4/19—Chicago, IL—Bottom Lounge
4/21—Pittsburgh, PA—Craft House
4/22—Philadelphia, PA—Underground Arts
4/23—Richmond, VA—Ember Music Hall
4/24—New York, NY—Racket
4/26—Raleigh, NC—Chapel Of The Bones
4/27—Atlanta, GA—Masquerade
4/28—Ft. Walton Beach, FL—Downtown Music Hall
4/30—Austsin, TX—Come And Take It Live
5/1—Dallas, TX—Trees
5/2—San Antonio, TX—Paper Tiger
5/3—Houston, TX—Warehouse Live
5/5—El Paso, TX—Rock House
5/6—Tucson, AZ—191 Toole
5/7—Phoenix, AZ—The Rosetta Room
5/8—Los Angeles, CA—Roxy Theater
5/9—San Francisco, CA—DNA
5/10—San Diego, CA—Music Box

ABOUT MIMI BARKS:
Barks' story begins in Germany and takes shape in the underground world of Berlin where she found the freedom to experiment without limits. Berlin gave her the space to explore the extremes of punk, hip hop, techno and metal until her identity as an artist began to form. When she moved to London she found an environment that pushed her even further and from there she started releasing music that quickly caught attention across Europe and the United Kingdom. What followed was a steady rise that placed her on important stages across the continent including Download Festival, Wacken Open Air, Bloodstock, Boomtown, 2000 Trees and more Mimi is known for live performances that feel like emotional exorcisms. Her shows are intense and deeply personal. There is no distance between her and the audience. Every song becomes a release of what she carries inside and every crowd responds to that honesty. Her recordings follow the same path. From her early releases to her full length album This Is Doom Trap she has continued to refine her sound and dig deeper into the emotional weight behind it. Her 2025 cover of "Crawling" by Linkin Park carried that same spirit. She reshaped a song known across generations into something haunting and unmistakably hers. Mimi always moves toward evolution. She never repeats herself and every new project feels like a transformation. After a short break to regroup and rebuild she is preparing for the next part of her story. New music will arrive in early 2026 and it marks the beginning of a new chapter that is heavier, darker and more focused than anything she has released before.

Nailed Shut MA Announce New EP "a promise made, a promise kept" + Tour Dates, + Share "Centipede" Video

NAILED SHUT MA consistently bring raw energy and thoughtful disorder to each and every performance, delivering a sonic force that pushes New England's hardcore/deathcore scene to the next level. Forming in 2022, the Boston five-piece — Asher Thomas (vocals), Joel Arnall (guitar/BGV), Mason Roth (guitar/BGV), Owen Chepow (bass), and Jake Thompson (drums) — are pleased to announce the March 5 release of their new EP, titled a promise made, a promise kept. Artwork is pictured above.

Pre-order the EP here. 

The vinyl version is also available for pre-order here. It is a citrus-colored variant and limited to 250 copies.

"This EP has been such a long time coming for us, and we couldn't feel more fulfilled," the band says. "With a promise made, a promise kept, we really felt as if we've begun to lean into a signature sound that can only be described as 'an eeriness of self-inflicted violence.' This EP contains intense themes of mental health awareness and personal harm. We've truly poured our all into this record as we take from personal experiences of loss and the departure of self-control. Ultimately, a promise made, a promise kept isn't in any way a pretty listen. But it's here to drown out the dread that may be eating at you and it's here to help in any way it can."

The band has also shared the video for the new single "Centipede." Watch it below:

NAILED SHUT MA ON TOUR:
WITH  GODSEYES:
3/5 — Cambridge, MA — The Sinclair*
3/6 — Brooklyn, NY — Wood Shop
3/7 — Binghamton, NY — Bundy Museum and Annex*
3/8 — Cleveland, OH — The Foundry
3/10 — Albany, NY — Empire Underground
3/13 — Pittsburgh, PA — Preserving Underground 
3/14 — Washington, DC — DC9 
3/15 — Hartford, CT — Webster Underground
*No Godseyes

With punishing unconventional vocals, Asher creates depictions of bodily and psychological horror through lyricism centered around mental health awareness. The rest of the band reflects these themes musically through brutal riffs, tight drum grooves, and a gut-wrenching low end. In 2023, the band released its debut EP Lust in the End, which Idioteq described as "a surreal journey…delving into the darkest corners of the human experience."

Nailed Shut MA have performed in many iconic venues across the northeast as well as 2024's Inkcarceration Festival. Bands they have shared the stage with include All Shall Perish, Peeling Flesh, Power Trip, Kaonashi, End It, Gatecreeper and many more. Their energetic performances are sure to knock the wind out of you. With much more new music and many more shows planned for the coming months, Nailed Shut MA are here to wreak havoc into 2026 and beyond. 

Kreator Release Dystopian Video for Title Track of New Album "Krushers of the World" // Album Out Now

The wait is finally over!

The mighty KREATOR have unleashed their highly anticipated 16th studio album Krushers Of The World!    Featuring 10 hard-hitting anthems, the album enhances the band's unmistakable classic thrash metal sound by boldly embracing modern elements wrapped in an uncompromising, massive production by acclaimed producer Jens Bogren.

Krushers Of The World showcases KREATOR at the peak of their creative force — furious, precise, and more relevant than ever. The album bridges decades of thrash metal legacy with a contemporary edge that pushes the genre forward.

Coinciding with the album release, KREATOR have premiered the official music video for the title track "Krushers Of The World." 

Set in a post-apocalyptic Berlin, the video paints a grim yet striking vision of a world on the brink, capturing themes that feel more urgent and topical than ever.

With Krushers Of The World, KREATOR once again prove why they remain one of the most influential and vital forces in metal.

Mille Petrozza comments, "Hordes! Krushers Of The World is yours now! We hope you will enjoy it as much as we do. See you on tour!"

Stream and purchase Krushers Of The World HERE.

Watch the video for "Krushers Of The World" below.

KRUSHERS OF THE USA TOUR 2026
WITH CARCASS + COLD STEEL:
5/7 — Fort Lauderdale, FL — Revolution Live
5/8 — Daytona Beach, FL — Welcome to Rockville
5/10 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade
5/11 — Knoxville, TN — The Mill & Mine
5/12 — Raleigh, NC — The Ritz 
5/14 — Worcester, MA — Palladium
5/15 — McKees Rocks, PA — Roxian Theatre
5/16 — Columbus, OH — Sonic Temple
5/18 — Davenport, IA — Capitol Theatre
5/19 — Minneapolis, MN — First Avenue
5/20 — Chicago, IL — Romova Theatre
5/22 — Huntington, NY — Paramount
5/23 — Baltmore, MD — Maryland Deathfest

GET TICKETS HERE.

Anciients Announce Canadian Tour

After nearly a decade of soul searching through the Canadian wilderness, Anciients hit the road hard last year. The heavy, heady and heartfelt Canucks capped off an extensive U.S. headlining tour in support of their latest JUNO Award-winning album, Beyond the Reach of the Sun, by winning Metal & Hard Music Artist of the Year at the Western Canadian Music Awards. Now, the band are keeping their momentum rolling with their first set of tours dates for 2026.  

Anciients are announcing a Canadian tour with Cancer Bats, who are celebrating 20 years of their debut album Birthing the Giant. During this coast-to-coast run, the band will perform new favorites from Beyond the Reach of the Sun, along with earlier crowd-pleasers from their award-winning discography. Joining Anciients are Ontario’s Teeth (Fort Eerie) and Chastity (Whitby).

“We are very stoked to announce that we’ll be hitting the Canadian highway this spring while supporting our friends in Cancer Bats on their 20th anniversary tour”, Anciients’ frontman Kenny Cook says. “This tour is going to be a ripper”.

Anciients 2026 Coast-to-Coast Canadian Tour

with Cancer Bats, Teeth + Chastity

April 3 - St. John’s, NL @ The Rock House [TICKETS]

April 4 - Halifax, NS @ Marquee Ballroom

April 5 - Moncton, NB @ Tide & Boar [TICKETS]

April 7 - Quebec, QC @ L’Anti Bar & Spectacles [TICKETS]

April 8 - Ottawa, ON @ Overflow Brewing Company [TICKETS]

April 9 - Kingston, ON @ The Broom Factory [TICKETS]

April 10 - Toronto, ON @ The Opera House [TICKETS]

April 11 - Greater Sudbury, ON @ HQ Headquarters [TICKETS]

April 12 - Thunder Bay, ON @ Black Pirates Pub [TICKETS]

April 14 - Regina, SK @ The Exchange [TICKETS]

April 16 - Kelowna, BC @ Metro Hub [TICKETS]

April 17 - Vancouver, BC @ The Pearl [TICKETS]

April 18 - Vancouver, BC @ Capital Ballroom [TICKETS]

April 20 - Nelson, BC @ The Royal [TICKETS]

April 21 - Fernie, BC @ The Northern Bar & Stage [TICKETS]

April 22 - Calgary, AB @ Dickens [TICKETS]

April 23 - Edmonton, AB @ Pawn Shop Live [TICKETS]

April 24 - Reed Deer, AB @ Bo’s Bar & Stage [TICKETS]

April 25 - Saskatoon, SK @ Coors Event Centre [TICKETS]

TBD - Winnipeg*

May 16 - Montreal @ Pouzza Fest*

*Cancer Bats only

Anciients’ award-winning discography is available now on Season of Mist.

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

IMMOLATION - ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM DESCENT + RELEASE MUSIC VIDEO FOR THE FIRST SINGLE, 'ADVERSARY'

New York death metal titans IMMOLATION are charging into 2026 at full throttle with two massive tours and the announcement of their highly anticipated twelfth studio album, Descent, arriving April 10th via Nuclear Blast Records.

Ever since their landmark 1991 debut, Dawn of Possession, the band has set an unwavering standard for innovation, influencing generations of extreme metal worldwide. Their sound remains singular, driven by Bob Vigna’s signature fretwork—a masterclass of soaring leads and haunting, atmospheric dirges.

Experience the first taste of the devastation with their new single "Adversary"—a crushing blend of blast beats, intimidating leads, and cavernous vocals. Defined by merciless percussion, dissonant riffing, and Ross Dolan’s commanding growls, the track is a monumental display of the band's enduring power.

Watch the music video for 'Adversary' directed by the band’s own Bob Vigna, below.

IMMOLATION comments: "We are really excited to release ‘Descent’ this year. The vibe and feel of this new one is almost addictive. We couldn’t be happier with how it came out and we can’t wait for everyone to hear it! This album takes what we’ve done on the last couple of records and truly brings it to a new level. The material stays true to our roots, but also goes into some new territory at times, being somewhat ambitious, but taking nods from even our earliest moments. We always strive to create interesting songs, and I believe we have achieved that on every track here.  It’s truly one of the best records we’ve done, with an amazing production, atmosphere and flow. We look forward to playing it all live for you soon! Enjoy the 'Descent'!" 

Pre-order | pre-save Descent:
https://immolation.bfan.link/descent

Descent was captured across two locations: Justin Passamonte tracked guitars, bass, and vocals at Jpass Music, while drums were recorded at Mercinary Studios with Noah Buchanan. The production was a collaborative effort between the band and long-time engineer Zack Ohren, who also handled the mixing and mastering. The result is a muscular, high-fidelity production that captures the band’s most fiery and brooding moments with equal clarity. To call Descent "heavy" or "brutal" is an understatement; this is death metal with a unique, elevated voice that stands entirely alone.

Visually, the band has once again tapped Eliran Kantor to craft a haunting cover masterpiece—a true hallmark of the Immolation aesthetic— complemented by Santiago Jaramillo’s (Triple Seis Design) internal booklet illustrations. With this release, IMMOLATION reinforces their status as one of the most enduring and vital forces in the genre.

Following the European tour, IMMOLATION will join headliners and label mates BEHEMOTH on their 'The Godless IV 2026 Tour' with DEICIDE and ROTTING CHRIST.  

04.14.2026  US  San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park
04.15.2026  US  San Francisco, CA @ The Regency Ballroom
04.17.2026  US  Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater
04.18.2026  CAN Vancouver, BC @ The Vogue Theatre
04.19.2026  US  Seattle, WA @ Showbox Sodo
04.21.2026  US  Salt Lake City, UT @ Union Event Center
04.22.2026  US  Denver, CO @ The Fillmore
04.24.2026  US  Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave
04.25.2026  US  Chicago, IL @ The Vic Theatre
04.26.2026  US  St. Louis, MO @ The Pageant
04.28.2026  US  Norfolk, VA @ The Norva
04.30.2026  US  Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore ~
05.01.2026  US  Worcester, MA @ The Palladium ^
05.02.2026  US  New York City, NY @ The Palladium
05.04.2026  US  Buffalo, NY @ Buffalo Riverworks
05.05.2026  US  McKees Rock, PA @ The Roxian
05.09.2026  US  Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore
05.11.2026. CAN Toronto, ON @ History
05.12.2026  CAN Montreal, QC @ L'Olympia
05.14.2026  US  Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple*
05.15.2026  US  Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl
05.16.2026  US  Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
05.18.2026  US  Dallas, TX @ The Bomb Factory
05.20.2026  US  Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
05.21.2026  US  Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Palladium
~ - No ROTTING CHRIST
^ - No DEICIDE
* - Festival date

FESTIVAL DATES
07.27-31.2026. RO. Brasov @ Rockstadt Extreme Fest
08.05-08.2026 CZ. Josefov @ Brutal Assault

IMMOLATION is:
Ross Dolan | Bass/Vocals
Robert Vigna | Guitar
Steve Shalaty | Drums
Alex Bouks | Guitar

RED REIGN RELEASE LIVE EP, ANNOUNCE UPCOMING SHOW WITH METAL ALLEGIANCE AT NAMM

Red Reign will start the new year off right with two exciting announcements: an upcoming release of a live EP, while fans in the Anaheim, California area will soon get the opportunity to see the band live. On Thursday, January 22, 2026, Red Reign will be supporting Metal Allegiance at the House of Blues in Anaheim, California. 

"We are beyond excited to be a part of, the Metal Allegiance show," the band said. "Not only do we get to  perform in from of great musicians, but it will be our first time Red Reign will be on the west coast. We look forward to bringing our music to new listeners and have the experience of our lives."

Additionally, Red Reign will be attending the 2026 METAL HALL OF FAME at The Roxy in Los Angeles CA on Wednesday, January 21st, 2026. But before that, on Friday, January 16, 2026 will see the release of 'Live at Ardmore Music Hall,' which was recorded on April 30, 2025, when Red Reign supported LA Guns. "We wanted to capture our live, energetic, raw sound," the band explained. "In the studio, while recording songs, you feel compelled to make sure the song is perfect in a controlled setting. But live recording gives you a little more freedom to express the songs in a different manner."

Hailing from Virginia, Red Reign comprised of members singer/guitarist Carlton “Bubba” McMichael, guitarist Stevie Shred, bassist Larry Moore, and drummer Sammy Lee. The quartet takes 80’s rock influences but steers them in a more contemporary direction. In 2023, they released their full-length debut 'Don't Look Back,' which can be purchased via this link: https://www.dekoentertainment.com/red-reign

Overseen by Grammy Award-nominated multi-platinum producer David Ivory, the ten-track LP features such standout tracks as “Don’t Look Back” (which features a guest appearance by guitarist George Lynch), “Here I Am,” and “No Peace, No Love.” The band strongly feels that “All types of music lovers can find what they like in each one of our songs.” To check out the group's music video for "Don't Look Back," click below:

The young Fables- 2026 - New Year, New Tour, New Record

We are pretty sure you are absolutely crushing your resolutions right about now and we are cheering you on from the sidelines! For us, 2026 has already come in fast. We kicked things off with a writer's retreat in Sedona, Arizona, navigated a brief health scare with Wes (he is doing well now), and started mapping out what feels like a really meaningful year ahead.

Tomorrow, we step into the studio to begin work on our fifth full length record with multi Grammy nominated engineer, mixer, and producer Bobby Holland. There is nothing quite like hearing songs come alive in a space built purely for creativity. The studio always feels a little more magical, and we are so eager to bring this next chapter to life.

From there, we are heading back to the Northeast for a run of shows we are truly excited about. These nights are already beginning to fill up, and we would love to see you out on the road with us.


Here are some shows in our path:

JAN 28 - NASHVILLE, TN
Bonnie Stewart and Friends
*Special Guest Appearance*
THE BASEMENT EAST
8 PM

TICKETS

FEB 13 - FLOYDS KNOBS, IN
THE WOODS OF LAFAYETTE
presents The Young Fables
6 PM 

RSVP - email
bettyannfarmer@att.net

FEB 18 - WEST FALLS CHURCH, VA
THE CLARKE HOUSE
presents The Young Fables
7 PM

RSVP - email

FEB 19 - HAGERSTOWN, MD
LIVE at HUB CITY VINYL
presents The Young Fables
8 PM


TICKETS


SOLD OUT 
FEB 20 - ANNAPOLIS, MD
SHC MUSIC TRIBE
presents The Young Fables
7:30 PM

SOLD OUT


LOW TICKET ALERT
FEB 21 - HARRISBURG, PA
MANSION CONCERTS
presents An Evening with The Young Fables
6 PM


TICKETS

VRSTY Share New Single "heartbreak blues"

Genre-blending and bending New York City-based collective VRSTY (pronounced "Varsity") have shared their crackling new single "heartbreak blues."

Listen below.

The song features lyrics sung in both English and Spanish. It boasts unforgettable Latin flair, and vocal melodies that soar over a hissing breakdown. 

"'heartbreak blues' is probably one of the angriest yet most vulnerable songs I've written," says singer Joey Tyler. "It's essentially about the feeling of being angry over someone you were prepared to give the word to, while still feeling incredibly connected to them. Sometimes, it's harder to cut certain threads in life and I think this song perfectly hit that vibe for me."

He furthers, "Clearly, I've been through that a lot."

The singer also shares how the song also hits on another personal level, saying, "This is the first song where I naturally was like, 'What if this part was in Spanish?,' and it totally works. It was nice to combine my love for heavy music and my love for my culture on this one."

2026 is shaping up to be a massive year for VRSTY, with more new music on the way.

Also, VRSTY will hit the road, supporting Fire From the Gods, later this month. All dates are below.


VRSTY ON TOUR:
WITH FIRE FROM THE GODS:
1/22 — Austin, TX — Come and Take It Live
1/23 — Haltom City, TX — Haltom Theater
1/24 — Oklahoma City, OK — 89th Street
1/25 — Tulsa, OK — The Shrine
1/28 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade (Purgatory)
1/29 — Winter Park, FL — Conduit
1/30 — Jacksonville, FL — Jack Rabbits
1/31 — Columbia, SC — New Brookland Tavern
2/01 — Richmond, VA — Canal Club (Downstairs)
2/03 — Philadelphia, PA — The Foundry at The Fillmore
2/04 — Clifton, NJ — Dingbatz
2/05 — Brooklyn, NY — The Meadows
2/06 — Lowell, MA — Taffeta Music Hall
2/07 — Syracuse, NY — The Song & Dance
2/10 — Pittsburgh, PA — Crafthouse
2/11 — Columbus, OH — King of Clubs
2/12 — Cadillac, MI — Venue Event Center
2/13 — West Chicago, IL — WC Social Club
2/14 — Madison, WI — The Annex
2/15 — Minneapolis, MN — Underground Music Venue
2/17 — Denver, CO — HQ
2/19 — Los Angeles, CA — The Whisky A Go-Go
2/20 — Anaheim, CA — The Parish at House of Blues
2/21 — Las Vegas, NV — The Wall at Area 15

ABOUT VRSTY:
VRSTY (pronounced "Varsity") make music as energetic and richly diverse as the city that spawned them. Assembled by band leader Joey Varela, a Puerto Rican singer from New York City raised on R&B, pop, and Spanish music and equally inspired by metallic post-hardcore, VRSTY blend genres with fearless ambition and visceral enthusiasm. A handful of EPs preceded 2020's debut album, Welcome Home, itself followed by a three-part series of sequel EPs solidifying the band's reputation.  
 
VRSTY specialize in what Kerrang! described as "endless grooves and danceable parts, punctuated by breakdowns and completed with dark atmosphere." Meanwhile, "Massive," from 2020's Cloud City EP, remained the Most Played on SiriusXM's Octane for two consecutive weeks. In a 9/10 review, Outburn described Welcome Home as "effortless, fun, and above all genuine." Blabbermouth raved, "While other bands may have introduced the concept of genre-bending, VRSTY have refined it."
 
Levitate, the band's sophomore set, was powered by spirited conviction and a commitment to follow their muse wherever it leads. Tyler co-produced Levitate with Justin Deblieck (Ice Nine Kills, Motionless In White, Lorna Shore, Fit For A King).
 
VRSTY have commanded the crowd anytime they perform, connecting with anyone who struggles with feelings of low self-worth, bad relationships, or generally feels like an outsider. It’s a feeling of shared community evident on the band's tours with the likes of 10 Years, Nonpoint, Secrets, and For The Fallen Dreams, among others.

Ultimately, VRSTY aim to encourage, provoke, and inspire listeners in the next era of their career — with more music on the way in 2026.

Maddox Batson Releases Magnetic “Any Other Night” + OMV

Mixing magnetic attraction with a sleek roots-R&B groove, rising country star Maddox Batson begins a new chapter with his first release of 2026, “Any Other Night.”
 
Dripping in the confident, swaggering passion of youth, “Any Other Night” marks the first in a string of upcoming releases from a skyrocketing talent who has already become the youngest male artist to appear on Billboard’s 21 Under 21.
 
Co-written by Batson with Jesse Frasure and Jacob Hackworth and produced by Frasure, the track finds the 16-year-old Nashville native ditching his friends and their typical hangouts for something with more meaning – and a love he can’t resist. Featuring a smooth vocal flow, clean guitars and a laid back digital beat, the heart-on-fire fusion of country, pop and R&B becomes a coming-of-age anthem, all about romantic memories in the making. 
 
"I'm so stoked about my new single and the music video for ‘Any Other Night,’” Batson enthuses. “This was an amazing collaboration with some great writers, Jacob Hackworth and Jesse Frasure. Just really good guys, and great Nashville songwriters. We wanted to tap into my age group's normal vibes and what it's like choosing between that and your crush. It has a great feel, and I'm looking forward to the fans’ reaction.” 
 
Fans can stream or download “Any Other Night” here, and check out the captivating official music video featuring Batson fans’ favorite guest star, Embreigh Courtlyn (“Girl In Green”), below, directed by Grant Decyk.
 
Showing new growth as an artist, “Any Other Night” has attracted massive fan attention as the follow up to Batson’s 2025 EP, First Dance, as well as singles “No More” and “Coincidence.” A TikTok teaser of the track recorded 3.5M views and 202K likes, while an Instagram post generated 1.2M views and 35K likes. 

Both show the incredible demand powering Batson’s most ambitious year yet – including more new music to come, his collaboration with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey – the first-ever artist collaboration in the brand’s 150-year history – and his headlining 44-city Maddox Batson Live Worldwide Tour 2026.
 
Set to kick off February 17 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Live Worldwide Tour 2026 will crisscross the U.S. before heading to Canada, Ireland, the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden, on Batson’s first headlining European trek.
 
Joined by special guests Baylee Lynn, Jenna Davis, Just Jayne and Timmy McKeever on select dates, North American stops will include Atlanta, Georgia; Providence, Rhode Island; Montreal, Quebec; Vancouver, British Columbia; Seattle, Washington; Los Angeles, California; Phoenix, Arizona and Arlington, Texas. Tickets for all shows are available now at MaddoxBatson.com.
 
The new music and headline tour continue a breathtaking ascent for Batson, whose still-young career already counts 105M U.S. on-demand streams, 444M YouTube views and a combined social media following of 5.6M.
 
After making his Stagecoach festival debut in 2025, Batson wrapped his 29-city I Need A Truck Tour and supported select dates on Lainey Wilson’s Whirlwind Tour. He has already caught the attention of Forbes, USA Today, American Songwriter, NBC Nightly News, PEOPLE, This Past Weekend with Theo Von and others, with much more to come.

Maddox Batson Live Worldwide Tour 2026 Routing:
Feb. 17  |  Ft. Lauderdale, FL  |  Revolution Live
Feb. 18  |  St. Petersburg, FL  |  Jannus Live
Feb. 20  |  Atlanta, GA  |  Coca-Cola Roxy
Feb. 21  |  Augusta, GA  |  Bell Auditorium
Feb. 22  |  Macon, GA  |  Macon City Auditorium
Feb. 28  |  Allentown, PA  |  Archer Music Hall
March 1  |  Montclair, NJ  |  The Wellmont Theater
March 4  |  Stamford, CT  |  The Palace Theatre
March 6  |  Syracuse, NY  |  Landmark Theatre
March 7  |  Schenectady, NY  |  Proctors Theatre
March 8  | Providence, RI  |  The Strand Ballroom & Theatre
March 11  |  Montreal, QC  |  Beanfield Theatre
March 12  |  Toronto, ON  |  The Danforth Music Hall
March 14  |  Buffalo, NY  |  Buffalo Riverworks
March 15  |  Cleveland, OH  |  Agora Theatre & Ballroom
March 18  |  Detroit, MI  |  Royal Oak Music Theatre
March 20  |  Chicago, IL  |  The Salt Shed
March 21  |  Madison, WI  |  The Sylvee
March 22  |  Minneapolis, MN  |  The Fillmore Minneapolis
March 26  | Calgary, AB  |  Grey Eagle Event Centre
March 28  |  Vancouver, BC  |  Vogue Theatre
March 31  |  Portland, OR  |  McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
April 1  |  Seattle, WA  |  The Showbox
April 3  |  Sacramento, CA  |  Channel 24
April 4  |  San Francisco, CA  |  The Fillmore
April 8  |  Los Angeles, CA  |  The Wiltern
April 11  | San Diego, CA  |  The Observatory North Park
April 16  |  Salt Lake City, UT  |  The Complex
April 18  |  Phoenix, AZ  |  The Van Buren
April 19  |  Albuquerque, NM  |  Revel Entertainment Center 
April 22  |  Austin, TX  |  ACL Live at The Moody Theater 
April 24  |  Houston, TX  |  Bayou Music Center
April 26  |  Tulsa, OK  |  Cain’s Ballroom 
April 29  |  St. Louis, MO  |  The Factory at The District 
May 3  |  Nashville, TN  |  The Pinnacle 
May 12  |  Dublin, IE  |  3Olympia Theatre
May 13  |  Glasgow, UK  |  SWG3 Galvanizers
May 15  |  Manchester, UK  |  Manchester Academy 2
May 16  |  London, UK  |  O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire
May 19  |  Cologne, DE  |  Club Volta
May 20  |  Amsterdam, NL  |  Tolhuistuin
May 21  |  Hamburg, DE  |  Bahnhof Pauli 
May 23  |  Oslo, NO  |  Vulkan Arena
May 24  |  Stockholm, SE  |  Fryshuset Klubben
 
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About Maddox Batson
Rising country-pop artist Maddox Batson is making a name for himself at just 16 years old. The Nashville-based songwriter first gained attention for his covers of popular songs by artists like Zach Bryan and Red Clay Strays before showcasing his own songwriting talent with singles like “Tears In The River” and “I Wanna Know.” With his deluxe EP, First Dance (The After Party), and his recently sold-out I Need A Truck Tour, he is quickly becoming a star in the country music scene. The multi-instrumentalist, who plays piano, guitar and mandolin, recently collaborated with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey for a unique integration in their 16-month The Greatest Show on Earth. Despite his rapid success, Batson remains grounded and focused on enjoying his youth while pursuing his career.

DRAKE MILLIGAN KICKS OFF 2026 ADDING US AND AUS DATES TO HIS “TUMBLEWEED WORLD TOUR”

Critically acclaimed Country artist, Drake Milligan, adds 23 dates to his “Tumbleweed World Tour” across the United States and Australia. On the heels of his highly anticipated sophomore album, Tumbleweed – listen HERE, Milligan will start off the year in Hampton, GA at the Autotrader 400 NASCAR Cup Series followed by stops in Canada, Europe, Mexico, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia. A true entertainer, fans can expect an energetic, one-of-a-kind performance from Milligan and his band. Please visit  drakemilligan.com for tickets and more information.                                      

Having been on the road throughout 2025 opening for Lainey Wilson, Blake Shelton, and Luke Bryan, Milligan is embarking on his own slew of dates including his return across the pond in Paris and Brussels in March, plus C2C Festival stops in Rotterdam, Berlin, London, Glasgow, and Belfast. With the UK being Milligan’s second largest market in 2025, just behind the US, he is thrilled to bring his electric show back to them in 2026.

Produced by Trent Willmon, Tumbleweed includes 14 tracks that perfectly combine traditional Texas country, Western swing, and modern Nashville stylings, while showcasing Milligan’s timeless musicality. The title track hit #8 on the UK Country Radio Airplay chart. CD/vinyl of Tumbleweed are available for pre-order today and will release on March 13. Pre-order HERE.

Check out Milligan’s official performance video of one of his favorites off the album, “Slow Dancing To A Fast Song,” below. Following the success of his “Living Room Sessions” on YouTube, Milligan has introduced “Soundcheck Sessions” to his channel. This series will include weekly performance videos of his soundchecks at various shows.

About Drake Milligan

A student of classic Country music with the swagger of early Rock ‘n’ Roll, Drake Milligan is an electrifying entertainer who cites George Strait and Elvis Presley – the King of Country and the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll – as musical heroes, and his unique twist of traditional Country has been embraced by fans, peers, and major media including Billboard, PEOPLE, American Songwriter, USA Today, Access Hollywood, and more. In 2022, Milligan burst onto the national music stage with his debut album Dallas/Fort Worth, which topped the iTunes Country and All-Genre charts, landed him at #5 on Billboard’s Emerging Artists Chart, and was later named one of Billboard’s “Best Country Albums of 2022.” The Fort Worth, TX native has since performed on The Kelly Clarkson Show, The Grand Ole Opry, Stagecoach and CMA Music Festival, and recently became the first artist to perform on an F1 racetrack for the inaugural F1 Grid Gigs in Austin, TX.  Following his breakout debut, Milligan earned a #1 Canadian Country Radio hit with “Honky Tonkin’ About” (with The Reklaws) and carried that momentum into 2024 with his critically acclaimed EP Jukebox Songs, featuring fan favorite “I Got A Problem.” He also returned to primetime television for America’s Got Talent: Fantasy League before joining Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, Luke Bryan, and Blake Shelton on tour. With more than 270 million streams worldwide, Milligan is entering his next chapter with the release of his sophomore album Tumbleweed. The title track has already climbed into the UK Country Radio Top 10 as he kicks off his global “Tumbleweed World Tour.”

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BLAKE SHELTON KICKS OFF HIS 2026 RESIDENCY WITH “BLAKE SHELTON: LIVE IN LAS VEGAS” AT THE COLOSSEUM AT CAESARS PALACE

With his current single “Stay Country Or Die Tryin’” sitting at No. 1 on the country radio charts, country music superstar Blake Shelton returned to Las Vegas in grand fashion, launching “BLAKE SHELTON: LIVE IN LAS VEGAS” at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.

Shelton delivered a nearly two-hour, high-energy performance that celebrated his hit-filled career, treating fans to a career-spanning set packed with many of his 31 No. 1 singles, including “Austin,” “Hillbilly Bone,” “God’s Country” and “Pour Me a Drink.” The latter recently earned CMA Musical Event of the Year honors for Shelton and duet partner Post Malone.

“It may be Thursday night but every night is Saturday night in Vegas, so let’s get this one started,” Shelton said. “And if you’re doing Dry January, take the night off. I’m here for you,” he added, raising his cup to the crowd.
 
Shelton also performed his chart-topping single “Texas,” the debut single from his new album, For Recreational Use Only. The album also features “Stay Country Or Die Tryin’,” along with collaborations that include Gwen Stefani on “Hangin’ On,” Craig Morgan joins for “Heaven Sweet Home” and Country Music Hall of Famer John Anderson lends his voice on “Years.”

Shelton closed out the extraordinary night with his signature hit, “God Gave Me You.” “Blake Shelton: Live In Las Vegas” has limited tickets available for the remaining shows, January 18, 21, 23, 24, 28, 30 and 31, and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com/BlakeSheltonVegas.

Photo Credit: Jamie Wendt

About Blake Shelton
With 31 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, 11 CMAs, 11 CMTs and six People’s Choice, among many others. His debut BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville album, For Recreational Use Only, was released last year, and the 12-track album features his No. 1 Wheelhouse Records single “Texas” and “Stay Country Or Die Tryin’.” The album also includes the poignant “Let Him In Anyway” and songs featuring guest appearances by Gwen Stefani, John Anderson and Craig Morgan. 
 
Shelton wrapped 2025 with 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. The show airs on Sunday nights on CBS and is available for streaming the following day on Paramount.
 
He will kick off 2026 with “Blake Shelton: Live In Las Vegas.” He will return to the Colosseum at Caesars Place for his second Las Vegas residency with dates on January 15, 18, 21, 23, 24, 28, 30 and 31. The Grand Ole Opry member also remains focused on his Ole Red partnership with Ryman Hospitality, which currently has locations in Tishomingo, Nashville, Gatlinburg, Orlando and, most recently, Las Vegas, featuring a stand-alone venue complete with a rooftop stage and bar on the Las Vegas Strip.
 
For more information, please visit www.BlakeShelton.com and follow @BlakeShelton.