HATCHETS FOR HANDS Release "Bad Men" Music Video

Official music video for 'BAD MEN' by HATCHETS FOR HANDS from the album 'CABARET OF DECAY'. Directed By Nicholas Woytuk

New Album 'Cabaret of Decay' is OUT NOW

San Francisco-based death metal two piece HATCHETS FOR HANDS have released the music video for their song "Bad Men" off the group's new LP 'Cabaret of Decay', which dropped earlier this year. The highly cinematic, blood-soaked new video premiered exclusively with KNOTFEST last Friday (June 26th). 

The band shares how the dramatic, single-shot video concept for "Bad Men" was the perfect approach to bring the track to life. "The film's director (Nicholas Wotyuk) had an idea from the very beginning to shoot the entire video in one take using a high speed camera to capture the terror and violence of the chase."

About HATCHETS FOR HANDS

Formed in San Francisco, California in 2009, Hatchets For Hands is the death metal duo of guitarist/bassist Brian Parks and drummer/vocalist Cullen Poythress. The band is defined by familiar elements of American thrash and traditional death metal mixed with the soaring leads and darkened melodies associated with Northern Europe's more melodic exports. 

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GAEREA Releases Live Version of "To Ain"

Gaerea's official live presentation for the track 'To Ain', taken from their upcoming album 'Limbo'. Release date: July 24, 2020. WE ARE GAEREA. Order here: ...

Cathartic black metal outfit GAEREA has shared a very special live presentation of the recently released single "To Ain." The live version of the track was recorded at the Redbox Studios in Portugal. The track is taken from the band's upcoming full-length, 'Limbo,' which is due on July 24 via Season of Mist, making it the band's debut to the label. The live song can be found at THIS LOCATION.

GAEREA comments on the stream: "This Short Documentary dives deep into the behind the curtain preparations for a Vortex Society experience. This is a special gift to each and everyone of you fellow lost wanderers who have found your way into the Void with our soundscapes. This is to all of you. Let us Fall Into Ain."

'Limbo' is due on July 24 and pre-orders are available HERE.

Style: Cathartic Black Metal

Something rises in the bleak and blackened skies of society as we know it. Vortex community GAEREA are about to bestow their Undying Sigil to the masses, with their brand-new full length ‘Limbo’!

GAEREA is a black metal quintet from Portugal. Emerging in the beginning of 2016, the band released their first (self-titled) EP on November 11, 2016 through Everlasting Spew Records. The EP received many praises from the worldwide press, and it was not long before the first full length "Unsettling Whispers" (2018) was presented.
 
With that, GAEREA had the pleasure to perform and tour festivals in Europe and China, including performances with Jupiterian in April 2019 and a headlining Chinese tour in May 2019. The band already performed at festivals like SWR Barroselas Metalfest (PT), De Mortem et Diabolum (DE), Throne Fest (BE), Frantic Fest (IT), Eresia Metal Fest (IT), Amplifest (PT) and many more. During the fall of 2019, the band did an extensive tour with label mates NUMENOREAN under the Doomstar Bookings wing throughout Europe. 
 
Are you finally ready for the tale of the Fallen Society and the journey to the vast Void, the only good in Life? Let us begin then. In the first hopeless circle, on too great and Undeniable Nothingness. WE ARE GAEREA.

Line-up: unknown

Studio/recording: Demigod Recordings (PT)
Mix/Master: Miguel Tereso

Pre-sales: redirect.season-of-mist.com/GaereaShop
Press-Kit: presskit.season-of-mist.com/Gaerea

Available formats:
Digipak
LP in various colours 
Digital

For more on GAEREA, visit the band's official FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, BANDCAMP, and TWITTER.

NONPOINT premiered their impassioned frontlines tribute video for "Remember Me"

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The band is currently in the studio and will be releasing new music this fall.

"This Frontlines tribute aptly named “Remember Me” edited by artist and creator Francesca Ludikar is 233 essential workers made up of nurses, doctors, EMT’s, first responders, local and federal law enforcement, firefighters, military, postal, shipping, grocery, essential store workers, fans and their children who took part in what will go down in Nonpoint history as our biggest thank you for the sometimes thankless sacrifice you all make for us. This is our sincerest appreciation for everyone in the fight with us against the pandemic. We couldn’t do this without you. We will always remember you" says the band.

"Remember Me" can be streamed at Spotify

Commitment to forward motion ensures longevity. After 20-plus years, ten full-length releases, countless sold out shows, and over one million albums sold worldwide, Nonpoint endure through sustaining an unbreakable bond among themselves and to a diehard fan base all over the globe.

Nonpoint is: 
Elias Soriano (Lead Vocals) 
Robb Rivera (Drums) 
Rasheed Thomas (Guitar /Backing Vocals) 
Adam Woloszyn (Bass) 
Jason Zeilstra (Lead Guitar)

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New Album from STRYPER - Even The Devil Believes Via Frontiers SRL Records

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Stryper is set to return on September 4, 2020 with their new album, “Even The Devil Believes”. While the band is known for their Christian faith, their decades plus career in heavy metal has made them much more than just a ‘Christian metal’ band. Sure, that is part of who they are, but at the end of the day, they are simply a long-running and well respected heavy metal band with a a late-career rebirth that has proved their enduring talent and musical skills are well intact. “We’re incredibly happy to write a new chapter in the book of Stryper,” says vocalist/guitarist Michael Sweet, who has served as the band’s primary songwriter since its inception in 1983. “This album was recorded during the pandemic, and I believe the message pertains to the times we are living in so perfectly. It’s a recording of hope and inspiration and a light in the darkest of times. ”Filled with the band’s signature riffs, harmony-laden melodies and positive themes, the 11-track project is Stryper’s first studio album that features Perry Richardson (Firehousse) on bass and background vocals. “Perry helped take things to a new level for us,” Sweet says. “We’re honored to have him with us. ”Sweet revealed that the band members delivered focused determination, a collaborative spirit and spot-on execution for the new record. The result is a collection of remarkable songs that leaves a strong impact on listeners. “It has an energy unlike any other album we’ve done,” he asserts. “We even pulled a song from the past that has never been heard or released, and by doing so we brought a little bit of 1989 back into the mix. ”Standout tracks include “Blood From Above,” “Make Love Great Again,” “Do Unto Others,” “How to Fly”, “Divider,” and the heart-stirring ballad “This I Pray.” “The music and lyrics are rock-solid,” says Sweet. “God really blessed this one and hopefully it will bless everyone who hears it as well. ”When it comes to groundbreaking bands in the Christian metal genre, Stryper is renowned for its distinctive brand of “heavenly metal,” extraordinary crossover success and venerable endurance. The group ascended to prominence in the 1980s with Billboard Top 40 hits like “Calling on You,” “Honestly,” and “Always There for You” and had maintained a global fanbase since.Stryper’s career album sales exceed 10 million worldwide, including 1986’s multiplatinum release “To Hell with the Devil.” The band also made history when it notched two songs simultaneously in MTV’s Top 10 with videos “Free” and “Honestly. ”Today, some 35+ years after emerging from the southern California nightclub scene, the foursome continues to record, tour and perform for loyal fans around the globe. Comprising three original members including brothers Michael Sweet (lead vocals, guitar) and Robert Sweet (drums), Oz Fox (guitar) and newest bandmate, seasoned bassist Perry Richardson (formerly of Firehouse), the group finds itself creating their finest, most powerful music yet.

Line-up:
Michael Sweet - Lead Vocals/Lead & Rhythm Guitar
Robert Sweet - Drums & Percussion
Oz Fox - Vocals/Lead and Rhythm Guitar
Perry Richardson - Vocals/Bass

Paul McNamara - Organ, Keys, Moog
Additional Background Vocals: Keith Pittman

INSANITY ALERT Reveals Signature Skate Deck, Releases New Single, "Shredator"

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Crossover party thrashers INSANITY ALERT are teaming up with Koloss Skateboard for the release of the Shredator skateboard deck!

Bonded by a beer drinkin' and hellraisin' pact of thrash and skate, the band pitched the idea of a skater version of the great 80s Schwarzenegger movie "The Predator" to Koloss Skateboards and the rest is history. The Shredator skate deck was designed by artist James Callahan, a.k.a Barf Comics, who also created the album artwork for INSANITY ALERT's 'Moshburger.' The skateboard is available at Black Heaven Shop along with a limited edition white flexi vinyl and other INSANITY ALERT merchandise. You can find it HERE. 

In celebration of the new skateboard, the band has also dropped a new single, aptly titled "Shredator." The song can be found on the official Season of Mist Youtube Channel HERE.

INSANITY ALERT comment:"The world is a shitty place right now, full of misery, diseases, facists, hipsters, and longboarders. But there is hope. The saviour of justice and reason is about to come. So bow down to the promising super hero of our time. Beware of THE SHREDATOR."

INSANITY ALERT has previously released a live video from their set at Hellfest 2019, where the band performed on the main stage in support of Slayer and Lamb of God. "A Skullcrushin' Good Time" can be seen HERE.

Thrash outfit INSANITY ALERT are the kind of people who know what to bring to a party: a big dose of humour with a dash of darkness, party tunes, and a six pack. It’s these ingredients that make up the basis of the band’s third full length record, ‘666-pack’.
 
The world of INSANITY ALERT is a dark yet happy place. Fast, aggressive music, crazy lyrics about alcohol, rage, weed, ignorance and hate, all drenched in an 80’s hot sauce but played with a 2019 attitude. The band emerged from the Austrian city of Innsbruck in 2011, with only one intent: deliver crushing, crossover party thrash.
 
A tongue-in-cheek concept backed up by strong musical prowess worked out extremely well as 'First Diagnosis' proved in 2012. This demo was welcomed with open arms and the first impression of the public quickly confirmed by 'Second Opinion', which came out the year after. In 2014, debut album, 'Insanity Alert' delighted critics and fans alike and was reissued four years later by Season of Mist. The wild Tyrolians, always eager to please, next served a juicy 'Moshburger' (2016).

With ‘666-pack’ the band proves once more to be an unstoppable force. Whether it is dropping a to-the-point, crossover track such as “The Body Of The Christ is The Parasite” or INSANITY ALERT-esque interpretations of classics like “Saturday Grind Fever”, the groove will have you headbanging in no time with a smirk on your face. Having confirmed their first festivals for 2019 and riding the wave of the thrash metal revival, INSANITY ALERT can’t wait to return to the stage and share (a) 666-pack with you!  

Style: Crossover Party Thrash
 
Line-up
The Dave of Death – Guitar
Don Melanzani – Drums
Heavy Kevy – Vocals
Marcy Brownnose – Bass
 
Recording line-up: 
The Dave of Death – Guitar, Bass
Don Melanzani - Drums
Heavy Kevy – Vocals
 
Cover artwork: Mark Riddick
 
Recording studio: Nautilus Sounds Studio (Dornbirn, Austria)
 
Producer / sound engineer: Toni ‘Meloni’ Loitsch
 
Mixing studio and engineer: Toni ‘Meloni’ Loitsch
 
Mastering studio and engineer: Mammoth Sound Mastering, Dan Randall (USA)
 
Available formats
CD
Vinyl in different colours

For more on INSANITY ALERT, visit their official FACEBOOK, TWITTER, and INSTAGRAM pages.

MAD MAX Releases New Single and Lyric Video!

Taken from the new studio album "Stormchild Rising" - out August 21st, 2020! Pre-Order Link: https://MadMax.lnk.to/StormchildRising Video produced by Affen.A...

New Album Stormchild Rising out August 21st, 2020 

Whether it’s in music or in life: clarity is always the best argument if you want to convince people. Everybody knows where they stand, nobody is left in the dark, reliability and dependability are characteristics that everybody appreciates. Mad Max are musically unambiguous and have been for almost forty years! Their deeply melodic hard rock, driven by haunting guitar riffs, catchy vocals and a rhythm section with an infallible timing, has never lost its contours and honesty. Virtues that apply not only to all previous releases by the band consisting of Michael Voss (vocals/guitar), Jürgen Breforth (guitar), Axel Kruse (drums) and Thomas „Hutch“ Bauer (bass), but also to their latest offering, Stormchild Rising. 

Stormchild Rising celebrates a musical direction that has never lost its significance, despite all trends and short-lived fashions, and that’s also what Mad Max’s fans demand vociferously. “On our last tour we talked to fans from lots of different countries every night and found out that they don’t want us to experiment, they want to hear exactly the kind of songs that Mad Max have been known for since 1981,” says Breforth, looking back at the important insights gained during their tour supporting their previous album, Thirty 5.

How exactly this unambiguousness sounds in 2020 is revealed by the first single release ‘Hurricaned’, supported by a lyric video clip and socio-critical message. “We’re all subjected to a veritable hurricane of media overkill every day and can hardly process that flood of information,” Breforth explains the lyric, which was written before the Corona crisis and hence has almost prophetic traits. “With the relentless coverage of the pandemic since spring 2020, the media overkill has grown even worse.” Musically, ‘Hurricaned’is Mad Max’s homage to Rainbow and their frontman Ronnie Romero, whom they met during their joint tour with CoreLeoni and who shares the vocals on ‘Hurricaned’ with Michael Voss.

Stormchild Rising will be released as a CD DigiPak version, limited vinyl version, CD/LP bundle with shirt (exclusively in the Steamhammer Shop) download and stream on August 21st 2020 through SPV/Steamhammer: https://MadMax.lnk.to/StormchildRising

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THE ATOMIC BITCHWAX Announce Studio New Album 'Scorpio' Out August 28th via Tee Pee Records

New Jersey-based rock n' roll trio THE ATOMIC BITCHWAX have announced their new studio album, 'Scorpio', which will see an August 28th release via Tee Pee Re...

New Jersey-based rock n' roll trio THE ATOMIC BITCHWAX have announced their new studio album, 'Scorpio', which will see an August 28th release via Tee Pee Records. The group, which originally formed in the mid-90s, consists of lead vocalist/bassist Chris Kosnik, drummer Bob Pantella, and guitarist Garrett Sweeny, all of whom are past or present members of the band Monster Magnet. Scorpio is the follow up to the group's 2017 full-length 'Force Field', and their eighth studio LP overall spanning more than two decades.

The scourge and scorch of New Jersey returns, and their sting is deadly as ever. Garden State riff rock stalwarts The Atomic Bitchwax proudly present their eighth full-length, Scorpio.

In a busy three years since NJ’s most powerful power trio issued 2017’s Force Field, they’ve toured the US and Europe multiple times over, taken part in fests far and wide, and blown past the 20th anniversary of their self-titled debut album.

Scorpio acknowledges the two-decades milestone in its opening revamp of the first song the band ever wrote with vocals, “Hope You Die,” the crash-in of which will be immediately familiar to anyone who’s seen them live. A generation later, it still gets the message across.

From then on, it’s all-go on nine fresh-made burners, founding bassist/vocalist Chris Kosnik, guitarist Garrett Sweeny, and drummer Bob Pantella toying with tempo subtly to lace songs like “Betting Man” and “Easy Action” and “Energy” with signature-style memorable hooks amid instrumentals “Ninja,” “Crash” and “Instant Death,” the head-spinning turns of which push ahead in the aggressive stance The Bitchwax began to present in 2015’s Gravitron while still remaining imbued with new character and the loyalty to classic heavy rock that underlies all their work.

Tracked in Jan. 2020 at Sound Spa in Edison, NJ, with Stephen DeAcutis engineering, Scorpio is a righteous next stage of the momentum The Atomic Bitchwax have been building through hard touring and release after release of gauntlet-throwing-down rock and roll. This is a band that never stops moving, and only ever moves forward.

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INTRODUCING HURTWAVE PROJECT FEATURES DAYSEEKER VOCALIST RORY RODRIGUEZ + DRUMMER MIKE KARLE

LISTEN TO NEW SONG "SEVER"

Dayseeker vocalist Rory Rodriguez and drummer Mike Karle have announced their new project Hurtwave. For this endeavor, the pair traffic in synths and the output is decidedly different than that of their main band.

The duo has signed to Spinefarm Records and has shared the brand new song "Sever." Listen here.

The track will appear on the band's debut EP, Night Therapy I. The EP will be released as seven separate installments over the coming months.

"'Sever' is the first song Mike and I ever wrote together for this project and we feel it will set the tone for our particular sound as a group," Rodriguez explains. "It tells the story of a person you've been wanting to be with romantically who consistently strings you along and is never willing to commit or to cut ties entirely, either."

Hurtwave was born when Rodriguez and Karle were drafting demos in GarageBand. These tracks "flourished into some of our proudest work yet," Rodriguez explains. "Blending our real and emotional lyrics into a synthwave setting has created something really special for our listeners."

Expect more music from Hurtwave soon. But for now, immerse yourself in "Sever."

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Ages Release 'Burn Them' A First Taste From Their Sophomore Album

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Sophomore LP 'Uncrown' out Aug. 21st on Black Lodge Records

Today the melodic black metallers Ages return with the single 'Burn Them' from their new album 'Uncrown' set to be released on August 21st on Black Lodge Records.

Pre-order 'Uncrown' HERE.

Formed during the harsh Swedish winter of 2011, Ages released their critically acclaimed debut “The Malefic Miasma” in 2015. Biding their time to craft something really unique, the five year long wait is finally over and their sophomore effort “Uncrown” sees the light of day. Composed and created solely in the band’s own studio, “Uncrown” is a meticulously crafted album. With outstanding melodies, atmosphere and every bandmember’s unique performance as well as outstanding artwork from renowned artist Chris Cold, these nine epistles embrace the legacy of the 90’s and bring the Swedish black metal-sound to a whole new level.

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AUTARKH Signs to Season of Mist

AUTARKH is a group of musical extremists built on the artistic foundation of DODECAHEDRON and founded by its composer/guitarist Michel Nienhuis. AUTARKH is c...

Season of Mist is pleased to announce the signing of Dutch extreme metal outfit AUTARKH. The band will release its debut album in 2021!

From the fertile grounds of Tilburg (NL) rises new contemporary metal outfit AUTARKH, a group of musical extremists that keep pushing the boundaries. AUTARKH is the brainchild of Michel Nienhuis, founding member and composer/guitarist of DODECAHEDRON. He comments on the signing:

"We are very glad to announce our signing to Season Of Mist - a record label with an excellent staff that continues to be a true flagship of underground culture. I have been collaborating successfully with Season of Mist and Doomstar bookings for many years with DODECAHEDRON so it was an easy choice to continue both relationships in this new form. We are currently in the final stage of producing our debut album and are looking forward to release it in 2021." 

Death and illness was closing in on DODECAHEDRON, revealing that a transformation of concept was necessary in order to effectuate artistic development. AUTARKH is built on the artistic foundation of DODECAHEDRON but expands on new horizons in regard to vocal and rhythmic content.

Teaming up again with record label Season Of Mist and booking agent Doomstar bookings, the band is bound to carve their own path and ignite a new flame within the landscape of the heavy music industry. Embracing a clear vision on extravert and introvert expressions AUTARKH desires to speak to their audience on multiple levels.

AUTARKH is currently working on a 10-track debut album that explores the implementation of electronic beats within the spectrum of extreme metal and revolves around spiritual growth and the inner self. The album will be released in 2021 on Season Of Mist records.

Genre: Contemporary Extreme Metal

Recording line-up:
Michel Nienhuis: vocals, guitar, bass
David Luiten: vocals, guitar
Tijnn Verbruggen: sound synthesis
Joris Bonis: Production

For more information on AUTARKH, please visit the band's official WEBSITE, FACEBOOK, and INSTAGRAM.

Grammy-Nominated Doom Metal Kings CANDLEMASS Announce First Livestreaming Concert

Pre-order the EP "The Pendulum" here: https://smarturl.it/ThePendulum Out March 27th "I think the video really captures the schizophrenic lyrics to the Porce...

Taking Place Friday, July 3 at 8:00 PM CEST/2:00 PM EDT Watch + Get Your Tickets HERE

Latest Album The Door To Doom + New EP The Pendulum Out Now via Napalm Records | Order HERE

Experience the electricity of a live CANDLEMASS performance straight from your home! The Swedish Grammis award-winning/US Grammy-nominated doom metal legends are scheduled to host their very first livestreaming concert – a special performance to be broadcast from Studio Gröndahl in Stockholm, Sweden. The livestream will take place this coming Friday, July 3 at 8:00 PM CEST/2:00 PM EDT/11:00 AM PDT. Produced by Blackbox, the livestream will be of professional quality and will feature multiple camera angles to add to the experience.

Tickets for the livestreaming concert can be purchased via THIS LOCATION, which is also the location to view the stream itself day-of-show.  Fans who are unable to tune in at the time of the livestream can still purchase a ticket and replay the performance as many times as they wish for a limited time.

CANDLEMASS will perform selections from their renowned catalog – including tracks from their recent album The Door To Doom and EP The Pendulum – and have hinted at trying out new material as well.

Bassist Leif Edling says: 

“Most of our live gigs during 2020 have been cancelled or moved to a later date in 2021. A disappointing fact for both fans and band, so we’re very happy to announce that CANDLEMASS will perform live to give you all an evening of Epic Doom ‘N Gloom very soon!

I got some really cool riffs that would be great to jam away on that evening. Why not offer the fans something new that nobody ever heard before? Make the livestream a bit more interesting.”

CANDLEMASS’ latest full-length, the Marcus Jidell-produced The Door To Doom, follows the plot line mastermind, songwriter and bass player Leif Edling established in the past years: epic world class doom metal that relies on slow mammoth riffing. The album features the Grammy-nominated track “Astorolus - The Great Octopus”, featuring legendary Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi (watch the official music video HERE). CANDLEMASS swiftly followed up in March 2020 with their latest EP, The Pendulum, featuring a fine selection of never-before-heard, unused tracks cut from the The Door To Doom recording sessions. The Pendulum perfectly showcases that these timeless Swedish pioneers are the undisputed kings of epic doom, featuring singles “The Pendulum” (listen HERE) and “Porcelain Skull” (listen HERE). Leading the listener through a maze of frenzied riffing, accented by Johan Langquist's distinctive vocals, the EP reinforces the melancholy sound that has proven CANDLEMASS to be a heavy metal staple. 

Order The Door To Doom + New EP The Pendulum HERE

CANDLEMASS are:

Leif Edling: Bass

Mats "Mappe" Björkman: Guitars

Jan Lindh: Drums

Lars "Lasse" Johansson: Guitars        

Johan Langquist: Vocals

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WHAT STARTED OFF AS A ONE-MAN ARMY PROJECT...

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"Buried Me Alive" is in regular rotation at Octane/ Accelerator

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Rochester, NY band OVTLIER has premiered their official music video for single "Buried Me Alive"

“Buried Me Alive” is a personal favorite and great representation of Ovtlier. I chose to re-record Buried in 2019 (release in 2020) because I knew there was a lot of life left and it deserved to be heard. It was written by myself and Evan McKeever and produced by Justin “JD” de Blieck of Ice Nine Kills. It was a great experience to revisit a song from years ago only to see how much you grow as a musician and vocalist. It’s a test to oneself. Lyrically, the song is about my love for music but hate for the industry. It can almost take the love out of the art if you let it, chew you up and spit you out. Like life, we must roll with the punches and continue on" says Arena.

Ovtlier has grown into a roaring rock band of stadium ambitions. Led by the enigmatic frontman Joey Arena, Ovlier has already captured the hearts of more than 60K daily followers online, more than 2.1 million views of fan-curated content on YouTube, over half a million streams Spotify, appearing in Revolver Magazine, Alternative Press, Loudwire, ABC News and has been selling out shows around the Northeast. Their latest release, What Doesn’t Kill You takes the listener on a roller-coaster jaunt. Drawing influences from Breaking Benjamin, 30 Seconds To Mars, Korn, Periphery and others, Ovtlier brings the rock and metal edge to a new height of intensity.

Inspired by everything 80’s to 90s grunge and NuMetal, Arena began playing guitar at the age of 11 on an old 3-string guitar. After achieving commercial success with his band, Young Bloods, Arena re-centered himself and began traveling 8 hours from Rochester to Cleveland in search of an identity and definition for what would become Ovtlier’s debut EP, What Doesn’t Kill You. Playing sold-out hometown shows, touring the states and rapidly growing their fan-base among all types of music fans. Housing a hybrid sound that cross-pollinates into other sub-genres, giving a formula to freedom in songwriting and forever being able to validate surprise in their releases to come. Ovtlier is set out to deliver their most personal and intense work yet.

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Econoline Crush will release their first single titled "Get Out of the Way" on July 24, 2020 through emerging indie label AMALIEN RECORDS.

Econoline Crush's new single "Get Out Of The Way" coming 7/24. Pre-order bundles here: www.amalienrecordsstore.com/econoline-crush Follow EC: https://www.ins...

Econoline Crush known for the radio hits "All That You Are", "You Don't Know What It's Like", "Make It Right" and "Dirty" is BACK after a decade long hiatus!

Econoline Crush will release their first single titled "Get Out of the Way" on July 24, 2020 through emerging indie label AMALIEN RECORDS.

Album + Digital + Merch Pre-Orders available NOW at:

http://amalienrecords.com/

"Get Out of the Way" Pre-save link: https://ffm.to/getoutoftheway

Canadian rock veterans Econoline Crush, fronted by Trevor Hurst along with talented members Ziggy Sigmund (guitarist, 1997-2002, 2009-present) and drummer Dayvid Swart (Todd Kerns Band), are back after recording their first full-length album in over a decade. Delivering their first single “Get Out of the Way” the rock alumni are ready to hit the stage again with an arsenal of new songs released on indie start-up Amalien Records, and fresh takes on their chart topping hits.

“We decided to re-record GET OUT OF THE WAY (2008) to launch our deal with Amalien Records. We think the song suits the times we live in, and helps amplify the voices of those trying to build a better world for everyone. It just felt like the perfect song for this moment in time" says Trevor.

Despite their absence the sound of Econoline Crush is still there, but now with a more transformed and enhanced resonance.

“There's still the industrial sound,” adds Trevor, “but it's drifted towards more classic elements of rock. We're evolving into a more organic direction. The songs are taking a lead role.”

Adaptable as well, the band is a full-on rock assault, with gritty guitars and crashing percussion, but they can also switch to acoustic, soulful rock in a moment’s notice. Entering a new era of production as well, Econoline Crush takes classic rock, industrial and electronica, and melds it to create something both unique and appealing to their legacy of fans, and new music fans of today.

Along with the release of the new album and single, diligent lead vocalist Trevor Hurst worked tirelessly on an upcoming documentary film, slated for release in 2021. Flatlander, sheds a light on what the singer has been doing in the years between live performances and songwriting. It’s an admirable journey from a man who has toured with Alice Cooper, opened for KISS at New York’s Madison Square Garden and headlined his own tours, but Trevor Hurst is now also a registered psychiatric nurse. Reconciling the pursuit of rock stardom with the desire to connect with people and make a difference, Hurst and Econoline Crush are reemerging now as a revitalized band, with a deeper sense of purpose.

On the latest efforts by the band, Hurst says “I realized what a great gift was bestowed upon us as a band and as individuals, to have this ability to make music and to entertain. I don't take this for granted. That's why everybody in the band feels this is not an opportunity to waste.”

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ANTI-FLAG ANNOUNCE "QUARANTINE SUCKS, LET'S PARTY!" DIGITAL TOUR

ANTI-FLAG have announced their "Quarantine Sucks, Let's Party" digital tour. The band will stream sets from festivals at which it has performed and chat live with fans.

Below is the band's statement about the interactive online tour.

"At times of societal unrest, Anti-Flag have always looked to the punk rock community and work of our shows for solace. Because we can't tour right now, we wanted to find a way to stay connected and share our collective stories. These shows travel across the globe, and throughout years. We look forward to watching them with you, and regaining the energy we get from the show to have the strength and optimism to keep fighting for a better, more just world!"

Fans can re-live classic sets alongside the band, as the members will be chatting live during the streams every day at 6pm ET (3pm PT/11pm BST/12am CEST) from this Friday, June 26 until Tuesday, June 30 at veeps.com.

Those who purchase the "All Access Package" will receive a BONUS stream on 7/1. It features the Live at Red Rocks 2018 show, a limited edition 'Quarantine Sucks, Let's Party' t-shirt, and a tour laminate.

Checkout the event on Facebook HERE.

The streaming schedule is as follows:

6/26 — Hellfest 2013

6/27 — Pukkelpop 2008

6/28— Woodstock Poland 2012

6/29 — Vainstream 2016

6/30 — Resurrection Fest 2018

7/1 — Red Rocks 2018 (BONUS — All Access Package Only)

Further details about streaming access are in the graphic below.

VENOMOUS CONCEPT Announces New Album Details, Releases New Song

Grindcore / hardcore punk veterans VENOMOUS CONCEPT (featuring band members of BRUTAL TRUTH and NAPALM DEATH) will be releasing their fourth full-length, 'Politics Versus The Erection' on August 28, 2020! The album art and tracklist can be found below. In conjunction with the announcement, the band has shared "Lemonade," the first single from the upcoming offering

If the state of today’s society is reflected in music, hardcore punk / grindcore veterans VENOMOUS CONCEPT have returned to the stage with a fitting soundtrack. The band’s fourth full-length frontal assault, ‘Politics Versus The Erection’ manifests a no-nonsense and outspoken voice, resonating with the chaos that reigns over the world today.  

Starting out in 2004, the band was conceived as something like a grind punk supergroup - if that term can even be applied to a bunch of people with clear counterculture preferences. The name was chosen to pay homage to the legendary POISON IDEA.
 
At the core of VENOMOUS CONCEPT you will find BRUTAL TRUTH vocalist Kevin Sharp and Shane Embury, the iconic bass player of NAPALM DEATH. The two musicians had bonded over beer and pizza as well as their mutual love of punk heroes such as BLACK FLAG, SYSTEMATIC DEATH, GBH, SIEGE, and of course POISON IDEA.
 
The duo soon set about plotting its own assault on the style. Armed with bucketloads of coffee, the pair roped in Danny Herrera of NAPALM DEATH on drums, as well as MELVINS guitarist Buzz Osborne. A record deal was signed with Mike Patton and VENOMOUS CONCEPT's first album, 'Retroactive Abortion' (2004) was followed by a split-CD with Japanese grind band 324 (2006) and another in 2008 with BLÖOD DÜSTER.

Buzz Osborne eventually went on a hiatus, but he never really left and there is always a chance for his return - schedules permitting. Shane switched to guitar when longtime friend Dan Lilker (BRUTAL TRUTH, NUCLEAR ASSAULT, ex-ANTHRAX) joined on bass. Next, VENOMOUS CONCEPT brought in John Cooke of CORRUPT MORAL ALTAR on second guitar for touring. Sophomore full-length 'Poisoned Apple' hit the stores in 2008.
 
A quiet spell followed, but the band returned fully charged and ready for attack with their third record 'Kick Me Silly - VC III' in 2016, which saw VENOMOUSCONCEPT continue in their trademark grindcore punk style. Following a European tour with BRUJERIA in 2019 and several festivals shows, the musicians headed back into the studio to write and record their fourth album.

With over 30 minutes of short, sharp musical blasts, venomous lyrics, satirical animations, and by offering their candid views, VENOMOUS CONCEPT have again created a record that breathes a true hardcore punk spirit.

Line-up 
Kevin Sharp - Vocals
Shane Embury - Bass
John Cooke - Guitar
Danny Herrera - Drums

Style: Grindcore / hardcore punk

Pre-orders: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/venomous-concept-pvte

For more on VENOMOUS CONCEPT, visit the band's official FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, TWITTER, and BANDCAMP.

Chiasm Premieres Music Video For New Single “Away”

"Away" by Chiasm feat. John Fryer I am so excited to share this with you! This being the collaboration between CHIASM and John Fryer. You never know what hap...

The Title Track From The Away EP 

Released June 5 On Industrial Label COP International 

To Be Followed By Full-Length Album Missed The Noise In 2020

Industrial-Electronic Project Of Emileigh Rohn

Features Collaborator John Fryer (Black Needle Noise), 

The Legendary Producer Behind Depeche Mode, NIN

Industrial-electronic act Chiasm today releases the provocative music video for new single “Away,” premiered exclusively via Synthpop Fanatic. See the video here: https://www.synthpopfanatic.com/videos/world-premiere-chiasm-unveils-new-music-video-away/

Of the new single, Synthpop Fanatic describes it as a “beautiful song featuring dense, stuttering electronics and Chiasm’s trademark ethereal vocals that shift into an echoing, high-pitched chorus.” The outlet also hails Chiasm “a massively overlooked talent in the industrial and dark electronic scene.” 

The project of Detroit-based musician Emileigh Rohn, Chiasm has become known for cultivating lush, eclectic, eerily dystopian sonic landscapes with delicately balanced vocals for the past 20-plus years. The 5-song Away EP, led by the title track single, also features writing and musicianship from collaborator John Fryer (Black Needle Noise), the noted producer whose credits include Depeche Mode, Nine Inch Nails, 4AD, Cocteau Twins and Love and Rockets.

The Away EP comes in advance of Chiasm’s full-length album, Missed The Noise, to be released later this year. Both will be released by COP International—the label home of Stabbing Westward, Deathline International and Suicide Queen.

The newest release follows a long line of notable releases from Chiasm (established in 1997), including the 2001 album Disorder with the track “Isolated” that was featured in the television show NCIS as well as in the Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines computer game. Rohn has also collaborated with genre stars Attrition, Carphax Files, Jean-Marc Lederman, Third Realm, :10:, and Acclimate.

All of Rohn’s previous releases had been self-written, programmed, performed and produced in her Michigan studio known as the MausHaus. The music, and the project name (which refers to the optic chiasm, a crossing of optic neurons in the brain that allow people to have continuous and peripheral vision), are in dedication to her full-time career in the field of science.

Here is what the press has had to say about Chiasm:

"Emileigh Rohn's voice is somewhere between Bjork and kaRIN of Collide—soothing in sound and yet jarring in message” — Outburn Magazine

            "What Kate Bush is to pop culture, Chiasm is to electronic music" — Zillo

"The often dismal character of the Motor City is known for inspiring a host of instrumental techno artists, but Chiasm (Emileigh Rohn) chooses to express her angst through very intimate and intense audio exorcisms
that juxtapose her ethereal, haunting vocals and confrontational snarls with murky, minimalist industrial sounds. … An audio diary full of electro energy and honest emotion that gives the idea of 'girl power' a whole new spin" — CMJ

"Emileigh Rohn's music is one of the often overlooked treasures of the dark electro/industrial genre"— LiarSociety

NEW SONG ALERT! Bloody Heels "Farewell To Yesterday"

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Debut Album "Ignite The Sky" Out July 10, 2020

Ready for some more Bloody Heels? Enjoy their new single and 360° video, 'Farewell To Yesterday'! As we keep shouting from the rooftops, if you love '80s hard rock and metal like Slave To The Grind-era Skid Row, Mötley at their heaviest, L.A. Guns and newer era bands like Crazy Lixx, Crashdïet, Reckless Love, and the like, then this band is for you! 

Stream the singles and pre-order/save the album HERE: https://orcd.co/ignitethesky

Line-up:

Vocals - Valts Berzins (Vicky White)

Guitars - Haralds Avotins (Harry Rivers)

Bass - Gunars Narbuts (Gunn Everett)

Drums - Gustavs Vanags (Gus Hawk)

Cello on track 'Silhouette' - Erna Daugaviete

Saxophone on track 'Healing Waters' - Dagnis Rozins

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SLEEP TOKEN RELEASE DIGITAL DELUXE VERSION OF CURRENT STUDIO ALBUM SUNDOWNING WITH 4 BONUS TRACKS

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NEW VERSION INCLUDES COVERS OF WHITNEY HOUSTON'S "I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY" + BILLIE EILISH'S "WHEN THE PARTY'S OVER" 

On June 20, at 21:22 BST, marking summer solstice, a special digital deluxe version of Sleep Token's debut album, Sundowning, was made available with four additional tracks.  

Offered without prior warning, this extended release features starkly beautiful piano performances of both Whitney Houston's '80s pop classic "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" and Billie Eilish's modern essential "When The Party's Over." The deluxe version also boasts a haunting version of the Sundowning fan favorite "Blood Sport" and the new song "Shelter." Listen here.

Watch the new video clip for "Blood Sport (From The Room Below)" here. 

SUNDOWNING DIGITAL DELUXE TRACK LISTING: 

"The Night Does Not Belong To God"

"The Offering"

"Levitate"

"Dark Signs"

"Higher"

"Take Aim"

"Give"

"Gods"

"Sugar"

"Say That You Will"

"Drag Me Under"

"Blood Sport"

BONUS TRACKS:

"Blood Sport" (From The Room Below)

"Shelter" (From The Room Below)

"When the Party's Over" (From The Room Below)

"I Wanna Dance With Somebody"(From The Room Below)

An inverted version of the official Sundowning artwork accompanies the new digital deluxe version. It is posted below.

ABOUT SLEEP TOKEN

Sleep Token's unique dark star is spectacularly on the rise, and it's an ascent achieved against the grain.

Over EPs One and Two, plus debut full-length, Sundowning, issued in 2019 under a new worldwide deal with Spinefarm Records, Sleep Token has turned established means of practice upside down — forging a fresh path based on intrigue and emotive and genre-defying compositions. Add to that an unbreakable bond with fans – self-styled "worshippers" – around the world.

From June 2019 onwards, the 12 tracks that make up Sundowning were issued digitally in a precisely-timed sequence supported by bespoke visuals leading to a full physical release in November. This tailored unveiling reflected both the Sundowning concept (ie: the relationship between natural forces and the human psyche), plus the fact that at the heart of Sleep Token world, an ever-evolving domain, stands the unique, broad-based vision of a single entity – anonymous, silent, masked, armed with a staggering vocal range, a deft touch on the keyboards plus a live approach that is never less than fully engaged; a powerful upfront presence flanked by a collection of live musicians (also anonymous, also masked) who will likely shift in number and intent, contributing according to the demands of the music.

The idea here is not to baffle or to shock, rather to keep the spotlight on a fast-growing body of music that runs the full creative span, seamlessly veering from the heavy and the technical to the beautiful and the fragile, the weight of real emotion knotting everything together.

Not only did Sundowning receive widespread praise from followers, peers and critics, it also supported a live campaign that saw Sleep Token appearing at key international festivals, touring the U.S. for the first time, making high-profile guest appearances, and becoming a true headliner in the UK, quickly selling out shows, upgrading to bigger venues, then selling those out, too.

Simply, in a world of form and genre, Sleep Token cannot be confined.

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BEYOND THE BLACK Releases New Single and Music Video for “Human”

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On Co-Headline Tour With Amaranthe Spring 2021! Order Hørizøns HERE

Today, symphonic metal outfit BEYOND THE BLACK presents their new single, “Humans”, off their new album, Hørizøns - out now via Napalm Records. 

“Human” features an almost daunting glimpse at the future, but also symbolizes the sophistication of another modern and equally gloomy melodic rock piece. Their new singleis a flagship example of bittersweet yet strong melodies merging with dystopian narratives. Delicate guitar lines blend with Jennifer Haben's remarkable, strong voice and ascend to a powerful epos of self-autonomy. Along with an artful, suspenseful and reflective music video, BEYOND THE BLACK take their audience on a journey through the range between melodic mellifluousness and uncompromising energetic rock fragments. The symphonic combo questions the essence of life and immerses the audiovisual in a gritty atmosphere of the fabled beginning of mankind. Convince yourself with their freshly released full-length Hørizøns – proving that the quintet is remaining and re-inventing themselves at the same time!  

Jennifer Haben on Hørizøns:

„More than one year of hard work, blood, sweat and tears was put into this album. Hørizøns became an enormous part of our lives and it’s hard to find the right words to describe what this release means to us. We are more than ready to go and start this new BEYOND THE BLACK journey. This is going to be huge!" 

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The quintet unbolts their unequalled, differentiated spectra of symphonic and melodic rock spiced with sonorous melodious metal soundscapes in 13 manifold songs. The album kicks off with its heavy, yet atmospheric title track, spanning the range of intumescent soundscapes and Jennifer Haben’s crystal clear, striking vocals. Beautiful yet strong harmonies, emotional storytelling and powerful vocal lines weave throughout “Wounded Healer” (feat. Elize Ryd of Amaranthe) and will light your way in gloomy times. Dark subliminal grooves coalesce with harmonizing guitar lines and form the prevailing nexus of “Human” and its unmistakably catchy chorus. Another facet rises with “You Are Not Alone”, which is dominated by electronic influences as well as symphonic sounding violins. Hørizøns’ atmospherically dark harshness creates the stylistic bow over the distinctive melodic rock meets pop sound in symbiosis with fragile yet strong fragments. The charismatic outfit persuades with a rousing, emotional clout and their strong, confident message of self-assertion. 

Next year will get thrilling: BEYOND THE BLACK joins forces with modern melodic metal standouts Amaranthe to kick off their joint co-headline tour, to spread the news of a new metal generation across the continent. 

BEYOND THE BLACK live 2021:

11.04.21 | BE - Antwerpen | Trix

16.04.21 | FR - Paris | Elysée Montmartre

17.04.21 | FR - Bordeaux | Rock School Barbey

18.04.21 | ES - Barcelona | Razzmatazz II

19.04.21 | ES - Madrid | Sala BUT

21.04.21 | FR - Lyon | Ninkasi Kao

26.04.21 | IT - Milan | Live Club

28.04.21 | CH - Lausanne | Metropole

01.05.21 | CZ - Zlín | MOR Café

04.05.21 | PL - Warsaw | Progresja

05.05.21 | HU - Budapest | Barba Negra

09.05.21 | NL - Utrecht | Trivoli Ronda

11.05.21 | DK - Copenhagen | Amager Bio

12.05.21 | NO - Oslo | Sentrum Scene

13.05.21 | SE - Göteborg | Pustervik

14.05.21 | SE - Stockholm | Klubben Fryshuset

BEYOND THE BLACK are: 

Jennifer Haben (Vocals)

Stefan Herkenhoff (Bass)

Chris Hermsdörfer (Guit./Backings)

Tobi Lodes (Guit./Backings)

Kai Tschierschky (Drums)

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NEW VIDEO ALERT! Electric Mob "Far Off"

Debut Album “Discharge” Out Now on Frontiers Music Srl

Electric Mob is an awesome new hard rock band from Curitiba, Brazil that we've been gabbing about non-stop and their debut album, "Discharge" finally saw the light of day last week. Check out a killer cut (and just released music video) from the album, 'Far Off'!

Buy or Stream: https://orcd.co/electricmob

Watch the video for 'Devil You Know': https://youtu.be/wAdCDhi-qQM

Watch the video for 'Upside Down': https://youtu.be/6V3leWmDecQ

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