AXEL RUDI PELL Announce New Album 'LOST XXIII' - Out April 15th, 2022

Eagerly awaited by their fans, delivered on schedule by the ARP band: April 15th, 2022will see the arrival of guitarist, songwriter, and bandleader Axel Rudi Pell’s new album 'LOST XXIII'. It consists of ten brand-new songs (plus intro) and will be available as a digipak, CD, double vinyl album, strictly limited box set, and for digital download. LOST XXIII is Pell’s 21st studio recording and – like all previous albums in his 33(!)-year solo career – will be out on Steamhammer/SPV.

The first lead single, "Survive", will be released in the physical and digital stores onFebruary 18th - a deeply melodic hard rock number featuring a guitar riff characteristic of Pell and the kind of superb melody that we’ve come to expect from Pell: “I’m confident that my fans will get exactly the kind of song they’ve been waiting for. ‘Survive’ is typical of the ARP band, carried by the fantastic voice of our vocalist Johnny Gioeli.”

Speaking of which: the ARP band mark 2022 continues to consist of Johnny Gioeli, bassist Volker Krawczak, keyboardist Ferdy Doernberg and drummer Bobby Rondinelli(ex- Rainbow), a perfectly oiled hard rock machine that never fails to deliver Pell’s compositions outstandingly and at the same time enhance them with each musician’s own trademarks.

The same applies to the second single ‘Down On The Streets’, scheduled for release on March 25th. “Thin Lizzy could have had a finger in that particular pie,” Pell explains, tongue-in-cheek, adding: “The lyric is about tough life on the streets.”

LOST XXIII was produced by Axel Rudi Pell, mixed by Tommy Geiger, mastered by Ulf Horbelt, and the mysterious cover artwork was once again designed by Thomas Ewerhard (Gotthard, Edguy, Sons Of Apollo, among others). The ARP band will embark on another major tour in spring and autumn 2022.

'Lost XXIII' will be released on April 15th, 2022 through SPV/Steamhammer in the following configurations:

=> Limited CD DigiPak (incl. poster and 1 bonus track)

=> CD jewel case

=> 2LP Gatefold, 140 g, half red/half black vinyl, printed inner sleeves

- Limited box set (incl. limited CD digipak, 2 LP gatefold exclusive box set color circled red/black vinyl, high quality framed art print, A1 double-sided poster, photo card, sticker - Europe only!!)

=> Download / Streaming

Pre-Order Link: https://smarturl.it/ARPLostXXIII

=> 2LP Gatefold exclusive colored edition only at the Napalm shop

Pre-Order Link: https://napalmrecords.com/english/axel-rudi-pell

=> Exclusive CD/LP Bundle with a T-shirt only at the Steamhammer shop

Pre-Order Link: https://shop.steamhammer.de/artists/axel-rudi-pell/store

AXEL RUDI PELL Lineup:

• Johnny Gioeli - Lead and Backing Vocals

• Axel Rudi Pell - Lead and Rhythm Guitars

• Ferdy Doernberg - Keyboards

• Volker Krawczak - Bass

• Bobby Rondinelli - Drums

Axel Rudi Pell Social Media:

www.axel-rudi-pell.de

https://www.facebook.com/axelrudipellofficial/

https://www.facebook.com/steamhammerofficial/

Shining Release "KMA"

Who's missing loud concerts, sweaty clubs, and crowded dance floors?

Who's missing parties that last till the sun comes up?

Shining's Jørgen Munkeby has such a hunger for these rampant nights where everyone's doing everything wrong that he penned a song about it. It's a love letter to gin and serotonin, and to loud music and low lights.

Listen to "KMA" below.

"KMA" is the third single to be released from Shining's new EP IDGAF, and it lives up to the EP title. Like mixing engineer Zardonic (BTW, check out his remix of "IDGAF!") said after hearing the song for the first time: "I love this song so much! It's like a big fucking tantrum!"

"KMA" stands as the perfect illustration of what the fans have come to love about Shining: The band always does whatever pleases it musically, and never asks for permission. This unpredictable rock band, which started out as an acoustic jazz quartet more than 20 years ago, has yet again surprised us with a new musical offering that's unexpected and invigorating.

Will we see you at your local rock joint headbanging and screaming from the top of your lungs when we're again allowed to be rowdy and rude?

Shining's ready! Are you?

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Red Handed Denial Drop Brand New Track & Video; "Father Said"

Canadian Metalcore powerhouse, Red Handed Denial, have released a brand new single today. The track, titled "Father Said", is the band's first new music in 2 years and is accompanied by an official music video. Find the track on streaming platforms here and watch the video below.

Speaking on the band's brand new release, vocalist and YouTube sensation, Lauren Babic shares

"We’re so excited to release our first single to kick off this new era for the band. “Father Said” marks a huge accomplishment for us - it’s a perfect blend of the heaviness from our album Redeemer and the cheekiness from our EP Wanderer, mixed with new pop and synth elements we’ve never experimented with before. This is the most innovative sound we’ve ever achieved and the most vulnerable message we’ve ever put forth. We especially can’t wait to bring it to the live stage.Thematically, it’s about growing up with toxic family members. It’s a very personal song to me and KVLTURE who I wrote it with. I hope people connect to it. "

Red Handed Denial delicately balances heavy subject matter with soaring melodies. The Toronto quartet continue to captivate audiences with this hybrid. After racking up over 5 million-plus streams independently and touring with various heavy hitters, the group draw up the perfect escape plan from a world on the brink as they launch their new era, highlighted by today's release.

Following 2013’s Stories of Old, the Wanderer EP yielded “Trespasser,” which gathered 953K-plus Spotify streams. They only increased their momentum with Redeemer in 2019. “Empire” racked up over 948K Spotify streams. The group surprised audiences everywhere with a cover of “Telephone” by Beyoncé and Lady Gaga, racking up over 1.1 million Spotify streams.

Along the way, Trivium tapped them as an opener, while they shared stages with everyone from Protest the Hero and The Contortionist to I See Stars, Silent Planet, and A Skylit Drive.

News on more new music coming soon.

Red Handed Denial Are

Lauren Babic - Vocals

Tyson Dang - Drums

Chris Mifsud - Guitar

Dominick De Kauwe - Bass

Find Red Handed Denial Online

www.redhandeddenial.com

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Emperor of Ice Cream 'Weather Vane' - dreamgazey proof of band's potency after 25-year hiatus

"Understated indie pop gems" ~ Steve Cummins, The Sunday Times

“A shimmering nugget of indie pop” ~ Ed Power, Irish Examiner

"A superb Time Machine of Musical Gorgeousness" ~ John Lofus, 8 Radio

"A thing of beauty... Sweet sounds to our ears... Superb and invigorating music through and through" ~ Big Takeover Magazine (New York)

"A wonderfully enjoyable and uplifting listen that has been worth the wait" ~ The Ginger Quiff (Scotland)

"Fantastic – a stellar melange of Ride, Mercury Rev, early Telescopes, The Verve and Sparklehorse" ~ Amplify Music Magazine (Canada)

“Great songs” ~ Tom Dunne, News Talk

“A soundtrack perfect for the end of summer” ~ Shoegaze Blog (Italy)

Ireland's Emperor of Ice Cream has released their new 'Weather Vane' single via FIFA Records. Moods, motives and expectations can sometimes make us feel like we are caught up in a tornado of emotions when a relationship hits a rocky patch. This song about the hope that remains even when things are falling apart.

Mixed and produced by Graham Finn, this single was mastered by Tom Volpicelli (The Who, Iggy Pop, The Alarm, Pat Benatar, The Bloodhound Gang) at The Mastering House in New Jersey.

They have also done a second vinyl pressing of their debut album 'No Sound Ever Dies' LP, which had sold out but is now available on white vinyl, CD, cassette and digital download. It will ship out August 27, the day before its first birthday.

Almost 30 years after forming, they finally released their debut album ‘No Sound Ever Dies’ via FIFA Records. Now based in Cork, Waterford, New York and Amsterdam respectively, Edward Butt (bass), John 'Haggis' Hegarty (vocals), Graham Finn (guitars) and Colum Young (drums) decided to put out their debut album that Sony Records had shelved 25 years ago after signing the band - only better.

Returning with the new single 'Weather Vane', the band captures the zeitgeist of this isolationist day in age, where social relations can be somewhat strained. Moods, motives and expectations can sometimes make us feel like we are caught up in a tornado of emotions when a relationship hits a rocky patch. This song is about the hope that remains even when things are falling apart.

Offering driving rhythms and thumping basslines, the band lays the foundations for raw and melodic guitars, topped by elegant, lush vocals and harmonies. A natural direction for the band, they bring in a fresher and raw sound, letting the parts speak for themselves rather than enveloping them with pedals and tricks.

Earlier, the band shared an audio-visual taster of 'High Rise Low Rise', a song about growing up amongst friends, who are viewed as misfits, oddballs and freaks. Nevertheless, the ideas and dreams that flow between these strange kids will change them all and the world around them, forever. The accompanying videowas written and directed by Veronica Terreblanche and reimagined by John Haggis with the director's permission.

Since re-emerging on the scene in May 2020, Emperor of Ice Cream have embarked on a chapter few anticipated would be written. Their debut record's first anniversary is marked by a second pressing on vinyl and CD. Entering the official Irish album charts at number 35, the LP topped the independent charts and was among the top 20 best-selling Irish releases of 2020.

"It's a strange task, to make music with people you haven't been in the same room as for over two decades, but the challenge was a welcome one. Overseen by Graham from his New York abode, the drums were beautifully recorded in Amsterdam at IJland Studios by Remko Schouten, who has previously worked with Pavement, Stephen Malkamus & The Jicks and Devendra Bernhardt," says John Haggis.

"Assembling parts from home studios in Cork and Waterford, the final touches, edits and mixes were completed in NY. It's an unusual way of doing things, but with the year that world has experienced collectively, not an uncommon one these days, unfortunately."

Garnering a new legion of supporters around the globe, renewed demand for the band's back catalogue resulted in the release of a compilation album of their three early Sony-backed EPs ('Overflow', 'William' and 'Know Me'), having sold out in the pre-digital 90’s. Reaching number 21 in the official album charts, the album also rose to number 3 in the independent charts. While the limited-edition physical copies were sold out on release day, it is still available as a digital download.

'Weather Vane' is out now on Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp, where the second pressing of 'No Sound Ever Dies' LP is also available.

CREDITS
Written and performed by Emperor of Ice Cream
Recorded by Emperor of Ice Cream
Mixed and produced by Graham Finn
Mastered by Tom Volpicelli at the Mastering House, New Jersey
Cover artwork by Edward Butt


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RAGE Release Lyric Video for New Single "The Age Of Reason" (Zardonic Remix)

RAGE are one of the real iconic metal bands. With an ongoing career of almost 40 years, the band has helped to shape German Heavy Metal as it is today. Now, for the first time ever, the band has collaborated with a remixer.

The idea of producing a remix from a RAGE song was born at a big metal festival in Japan some years ago when they met Federico Agreda Alvarez – better known as ZARDONIC, an internationally renowned DJ and remixer who's famous for his work with Bullet For My Valentine, Nine Inch Nails, Sonic Syndicate, just to name a few.

The result is a pumping new version of the RAGE song “The Age Of Reason” – RAGEas you have never heard it before!

Watch the video for "The Age Of Reason" (Zardonic Remix) below.

The original version of "The Age Of Reason" can be found on the band's latest studio album, 'Resurrection Day', which was released on September 17th, 2021 through SPV/Steamhammer.

Get 'Resurrection Day' Here

Swedish Rockers CAPRICORN Release New Single "The Searcher"

Swedish rockers CAPRICORN will release their new album, 'For The Restless', on March 25, 2022 via Wild Kingdom. Today, the band has unleashed the first single off the record, titled “The Searcher”.

Doffe Ekberg (lead singer) comments on the single:

"It was the last song to be recorded for the album, we had another one in mind but I had a very simple version of The Searcher demoed on my phone. We learned it and recorded it in a couple of hours. It felt amazing, a magic moment for sure."

Pre-Order 'For The Restless'

CAPRICORN is back with their second full-length album, titled 'For The Restless', offering 10 tracks of burning Rock n´ Roll. The lineup for the new record consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Kristoffer Ekberg, bassist Pontus Blom, guitarist Peter Söderberg, and new drummer Tomas Eriksson (Imperial State Electric, Captain Murphy). For The Restless, the sequel to the 2019 debut album 'Soul Engine', is Capricorn's first album to be released on Wild Kingdom, and is set for release

The band was founded in 2015 by Kristoffer Ekberg, who was nominated for "Stämskruven", an award given in memory of Robert "Strängen" Dahlqvist. Both Kristoffer and bassist Pontus Blom played on Strängen's record 'Rock På Svenska', and played on the Strängen tribute gigs at Debaser and Sweden Rock Festival!

And how does it sound? Picture rock n´ roll with influences from Detroit, New Jersey, Muscle Shoals, Tom Petty, Jackson Brown, Bob Seger, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes. The album was mixed by Frans Hägglund at Riddarborgen (Imperial State Electric, Last Days Of April, Nicklas Frisk, The Datsuns) and mastered at Redmount Studios by Magnus Lindberg (Cult Of Luna, Robyn, The Hellacopters, Imperial State Electric, The Datsuns).

John Lodge’s New Live Album ‘The Royal Affair and After’ — Now Available on Limited Edition 180g Blue Vinyl

John Lodge - renowned bass player, songwriter and vocalist of The Moody Blues, and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee - today releases his critically acclaimed new live album, ‘The Royal Affair and After’ on aptly coloured limited edition 180g blue vinyl, with the 180g black vinyl due for release on 11th February.

Released on CD and all digital and streaming platforms on 14th January, this spectacular 10-track album includes brand-new, live recordings of all John’s Moody Blues hits, along with special tributes to all his bandmates: Graeme Edge, Justin Hayward, Mike Pinder and Ray Thomas, including a very special recording of ‘Late Lament’ by Graeme Edge.

The album has already received critical acclaim and rave reviews. Three videos have been released on YouTube to accompany the album: ‘Ride My See-Saw’, ‘Gemini Dream’, and the latest, for ‘Isn’t Life Strange’, was premiered this week in Prog Magazine.

The album was recorded live in Las Vegas on ‘The Royal Affair Tour’, in the Summer of 2019, with additional tracks recorded during John’s subsequent USA dates. The carefully curated set and album track list includes hits such as ‘I’m Just a Singer (in a Rock and Roll Band)’, ‘Ride My See-saw’, ‘Isn’t Life Strange’, ‘Steppin’ in a Slide Zone’, and ‘Gemini Dream’. John has woven these tracks together with special tributes to his bandmates from The Moody Blues.

“I’m absolutely delighted by the incredible reaction to the album,” says John, “it truly is ’the soundtrack of my life’… as I always say to the fans: thank you for Keeping the Faith, but this time they truly have. It also makes me so very happy that Graeme did his special performance of ‘Late Lament’ for the album, he will be deeply missed, but always stay with us in our hearts and on this album. I’m also thankful to Jon Davison from YES who is a great friend, but also performs the vocals on ‘Nights’ so beautifully, honouring this iconic song. I can’t wait to see everyone back on the road — I’ve missed being just a singer in a rock and roll band!”

John and his 10,000 Light Years Band capture the essence, energy, and messages of these Moody Blues songs, performing them with the verve and musicianship the band were famed for, whilst bringing a truly modern feel to these classic songs. John’s mission statement is, after all, “I want to keep all the Moody Blues music alive!”

And that he will with this album and its carefully chosen tracks. In the words of Folk and Tumble “’The Royal Affair And After’ is a stunning live album from John Lodge”

Powerplay Magazine who awarded the album 9/10 say “Performed in Las Vegas on The Royal Affair Tour, it's clear that those present were treated to something very special… We’re left more than satisfied by a fabulous selection of live favourites which act as a timely reminder of why The Moody Blues remain one of our finest treasures.”

Sonic Perspectives agree “These fine musicians lay the groundwork to allow Lodge to shine on top with his vocals, bass and most importantly – charisma – which conveys his sustaining love for the material.”

“In summary,” RockMusicStar reflect, “The Royal Affair and After’ record is a must have for any music lover that is appreciative of well-crafted songs, classic rock and electrifying live performances. John Lodge and band bring back the magic of the Moody Blues with a record that is both very satisfying to not only to long-time fans, but also the younger newer fans. The music of the Moody Blues may be decades old, but Lodge and band give the Moody Blues’ masterpieces a fresh coat of sonic paint.”

The ‘Royal Affair and After’ is out now on CD, digital download, all streaming services, and limited-edition 180g blue vinyl. The black vinyl will be released on 11th February 2022. You can catch John and his 10,000 Light Years Band on tour in the USA in March, performing all these songs and more! See John’s website for details.

Download/Stream here https://orcd.co/JohnLodgeTheRoyalAffairAndAfter
https://www.johnlodge.com/the-royal-affair-and-after

JOHN LODGE 2022 TOUR DATES
8 March Infinity Hall, Norfolk CT
9 March Levoy Theatre, Millville NJ
11 March Suffolk Theater, Riverhead NY
12 March Warehouse at FTC, Fairfield CT
13 March Infinity Hall, Hartford CT
15 March Sellersville Theater, Sellersville PA
16 March Rams Head on Stage, Annapolis MD
17 March The Tin Pan, Richmond VA
19 March City Winery, Nashville TN
20 March City Winery, Atlanta GA (two shows in 1 night)
23 March The Villages, FL (two shows in 1 night)
25 March Ponte Vedra Hall, Jacksonville FL
26 March Stage 954 at the Casino at Dania Beach, Dania Beach FL

For further information

https://www.johnlodge.com/
https://www.facebook.com/johnlodgemusic/
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VOLCANOVA Release Explosive Fuzz-Rock Single "Desolation"

New Album 'Cosmic Bullshit' Out February 25th!

VOLCANOVA turns Icelandic isolation into an explosive fuzz-rock fest on their new single ”Desolation”. With gritty riffs, multi-layered vocal arrangements, and gut-punching grooves, the power-trio reveals a dynamic piece of energized stoner rock. ”Desolation” is the second and final single from Volcanova’s upcoming EP 'Cosmic Bullshit'.

Dagur from the band comments on the single:

"While hovering through space, despite having the time of your life, you can’t help but to occasionally feel alone in the endless universe…but fear not! Take your time, inhale cosmic fumes and let the riff lead you on over barren wastelands of unknown soil, where planets collide with immense power and you will be greeted with the monstrous opus of ‘'Desolation’'!’

”Desolation”, the new single from Volcanova, is out now. 'Cosmic Bullshit' will be released on February 25th, 2022 via The Sign Records as digital/streaming, 12” vinyl & CD. 'Cosmic Bullshit' is the first physical release from Volcanova since their 2020 debut album 'Radical Waves'.

STREAM "Desolation" HERE

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Blackened Speed Metal Outfit BASTARD Release New Single & Video for “Spellbound"

New Album 'Rotten Blood' Out March 11th

St. Louis-based blackened thrash metal outfit BASTARD have released a music video for their new single "Spellbound". Founded in 2010 by former Harkonin members Jason Barron and Scott Fogelbach, Bastard will release their first new studio full-length in over five years, titled 'Rotten Blood', on March 11th, 2022 via Distortion Music Group - a new label started by Kataklysm vocalist Maurizio Iacono.

Speaking about their new single and music video for "Spellbound", the band says:

"Plunging into the depths and unto the legions of hell, Spellbound is about the crossing of one life into the next through complete possession of the body and soul. It's a full-on onslaught of riffs, speed, and Satan from our upcoming full-length 'Rotten Blood'. Brought to life by our dear friend and longtime videographer, J.T. Ibanez."

Addressing the signing of Bastard, Distortion Music Group CEO Maurizio Iacono shares:

“We are finally launching our first official album pre-order on Distortion Music Group! It’s an exciting time and BASTARD is the perfect fist-pumping rebel metal band to start this journey with - get ready for ROTTEN BLOOD! Make sure to check out the new single “Spellbound” and follow us everywhere at disortionmusicgroup.com!!"

Pre-Order 'Rotten Blood' Here!

About BASTARD:

Spawning from the ashes of Harkonin in 2010, members Jason Barron and Scott Fogelbach carried on with their newest whiskey-and-satan-fueled blackened thrash outfit, BASTARD. In 2012 the band released their first demos recorded by former-Harkonin guitarist, Matt Coyle. Following up in 2015 BASTARD recorded a 5 song covers EP entitled “Alcoholocaust” and shortly after recorded their first full-length album “Hades Command” with Encapsulated Studios engineer, Gabe Usery. Going through multiple lineup changes between 2015-2019 the band finalized a steady crew comprising of local shredders Jason Asberry of STORMRULER and Tim Kutterer of Lightning Wolf. BASTARD has since written a new record entitled “ROTTEN BLOOD” once again recorded by Gabe Usery at Encapsulated Studios filled with devilish riffs and a blackened thrash assault that heralds to the hounds of hell. Blending the classic sound of traditional Heavy Metal with the sounds of the blackened European thrash of the 80s & 90s, BASTARD is taking absolutely no prisoners with this release.

For Fans Of: Motorhead, Venom, Nifilheim, Protector, Impaled Nazarene, Bathory

BASTARD Lineup:

Jason Barron - Vocals

Scott Fogelbach - Guitar

Jason Asberry - Drums

Tim Kutterer - Bass

BASTARD Online:

www.instagram.com/BastardSTL

www.facebook.com/BastardSTL

https://bastardstl.bandcamp.com

Former MEGADETH Members Unite to Honor the Legacy of Drummer GAR SAMUELSON

Bassist David Ellefson and guitarist Chris Poland have come together to record one final song posthumously with their friend and former MEGADETH drummer Gar Samuelson. The new track "The Raven" is the latest single from Fatal Opera, part of a new twelve-song collection of demo material compiled as the group’s final release, entitled FATAL OPERA 3, out now on Combat Records ®.

You can view the lyric video for "The Raven" below:

FATAL OPERA 3 can be streamed here:

https://open.spotify.com/album/4jOX9voVjVxg6PNPTPda7G

FATAL OPERA: Following his departure from Megadeth in 1987, Gar Samuelson assembled his new band Fatal Opera, along with his brother Stew on guitar. Gar went on to produce the group’s debut album in 1994, which also featured Dave Inman on vocals, Travis Karcher on bass and Billy Brehme on guitar. The group’s second album Eleventh Hour was released in 1997 and introduced Andy Freeman on vocals, reaching top 10 on European charts while the group continued building a loyal fan base touring across the USA that year. Sadly, in1999 Gar became ill and passed away, at which point the group disbanded.

Then, in 2018 Andy and Stew set out to remix the Eleventh Hour LP and in the process discovered a collection of demos with Gar which were intended to become the band’s third album before his passing. Although the demo tapes were damaged after many years of neglect, Freeman labored to revive the tracks with some songs lost forever. However, he was able to complete 12 tracks, inviting Ellefson & Poland to participate on "The Raven" as a way to conclude the legacy of Gar and Fatal Opera.

Chris Poland recalls, “Back in the day, long before Megadeth, Gar and his brother Stew were the heart and soul of a heavy instrumental jazz/rock project called THE NEW YORKERS. I played guitar with them and Robbie “Pag” Pagliari played fretless bass. It was everything we could do just to keep up! Stew’s right hand was a machine. Flawless. And Gar was right there with him always pushing things to the next level. And again, these two brothers were the heart and soul of Fatal Opera. It was a privilege to be a part of this release, and playing on ‘The Raven’ with David Ellefson made it that much more special. Gar was a true artist. Be it his amazing drumming, his painting or his wood sculpture pipe (he made by hand). Gar was one of a kind. And here Gar, Stew and crew push the limits of experimental metal. These songs are complex yet accessible. Music with a dark side that draws you into their world and keeps you wondering 'what’s next!'” Chris Poland also added additional guitar work to the track "Mask of Time".

David Ellefson adds,“This is a really cool moment for Chris and me to musically reunite with our friend Gar, now almost 35 years after our last studio session together, which was the 1987 re-recording of 'These Boots Are Made for Walkin’ for the Dudes movie soundtrack, compiled by director Penelope Spheeris. Gar was always such a free spirit with his music, no click tracks or digital reinvention for him. And, he seldom played the same thing twice, quite unusual for heavy metal! He just went for it with real gusto and that became the hallmark of his sound."

He continues, "When I was laying down the bass track for 'The Raven' it reminded me once again of Gar’s spontaneity in the studio, as if we were recording live in the same room together. I’m super happy these tracks were brought to life so we could have one last go around with Gar behind the kit. It’s a reminder that he truly was one of the greats!”

Combat Records ® is the label which was home to many iconic thrash & metal albums in the 1980s & 90s and was relaunched by Ellefson & Co. in 2017. It was also home to Gar Samuelson’sfirst full length record with Megadeth, their eponymous debut Killing is My Business…and Business is Good (1985). Ellefson states, “As a label, we are proud to release these final tracks from Gar. He was a masterful drummer who made an incredible impact on fans and musicians everywhere. I think it's appropriate that Combat would be home to his first and now final recordings.”

Fatal Opera 3 is available now across all digital outlets.

Fatal Opera 3 Line-up:
Andy Freeman – Vocals, Keyboard, Guitar
Stew Samuelson – Guitar
Billy Brehme – Guitar
Travis Karcher – Bass
Gar Samuelson – Drums

FAMYNE Announce New Album 'The Ground Below', Release New Single + Music Video "For My Sins"

UK trailblazers FAMYNE drag Doom kicking and screaming into the 21st century on their epic new album 'The Ground Below'. The heart-rending new album from these melancholic game-changers will see a May 13th, 2022 release via Svart Records. In support of the announcement, Famyne has released the first single from the album, titled "For My Sins". Check out the music video for the new track below!

Hailing from the heart of the garden of England, Canterbury gloom-fathers Famyne slug and soar their way up and out from the underground, shaking off the shackles of genre constraints on their new album 'The Ground Below'. Since their inception in 2014, Famyne have been rapidly building an incendiary reputation for themselves with an epic universe all of their own, magnetizing more souls into the orbit of their unique expansion of masterful Doom metal. From their self-titled EP in 2015 and earning a place at Bloodstock Open Air 2016, to their breakout self-titled full-length in 2018, Famyne have been constantly turning heads as a promising new light in the darkness.

Pre-Order 'The Ground Below'

'The Ground Below' is a brave and inimitable statement that re-draws a line in the sands of Metal tradition. Famyne boldly marches over the limits, re-riffing the rules, washing listeners in pristine waves of hypnotic melody on 8 tablets of stone-carved ageless songs that “The Ground Below” lays on the altar. Tracks like For My Sins and Babylon conjure paragon English Doom with a long line of lineage like country-mates Warning, Paradise Lost, Pagan Altar, and Cathedral to songs like A Submarine where warm oceans of sweeping guitars and wide-screen desperate euphony bring to mind

genre-changing pioneers like Anathema and Porcupine Tree.

Mind-blowing Lead vocalist Tom Vane’s omnipotent vocals deliver the shivers in dynamite doses, unearthing perfect hair-raising emotions that are at once timeless and freshly captivating. It is an understatement to acknowledge how exceptionally unforgettable Famyne’s distinct voice is. The guitars of Martin Emmons and Tom Ross range from an Iommi masterclass to Åkerfeldt progression in a heartbeat, delivering breath-taking riff-mountains that are sumptuously original and catchy in both style and opulent panache. It

is Famyne’s canny confidence to re-mold traditional Doom metal artistry with their own wave of emotive progression that makes “The Ground Below” a brilliant restoration of the craft, reminding us how crushing and poignant innovative Doom Metal can be if done with passion. Fans of everything from Opeth, Katatonia to Soundgarden and all the trad legends of Sabbath, St Vitus, and Solitude Aeturnus will be suitably wowed in Famyne’s wake. “The Ground Below” is a modern classic, reverential but so supremely powerful that Famyne have securely carved their own place on the monoliths of the future.

FAMYNE Online:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/famyneuk

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/famyneuk/

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CELESTE - Release New Single "Elle Répète Froidement" + New Album Assassine(s) Out Today!

There's a menacing red-shimmering light at the end of the dark journey that CELESTE started last year, since signing to metal heavyweight Nuclear Blast and announcing their new masterpiece. Today, the band unleashes their new long-player "Assassine(s)", produced by Chris Edrich (GOJIRA, TESSERACT, THE OCEAN, LEPROUS).

With their unique mix of black metal, sludge, and post-hardcore, and over 500 shows played since their inception in 2005, CELESTE has cemented their status as one of France's most important underground acts and now unveil a new single off their upcoming album, released today!

The band states:
"After these recent years full of struggles, it is with immense joy that we unleash our 6th album in its entirety.
Recording Assassine(s) was a long journey, during which we’ve all had our hearts working to full capacity. We hope you'll enjoy it as much as we do."

You can order "Assassine(s)" here: https://celeste.bfan.link/assassine-s

Together with their new album, CELESTE reveals a video for the song "Elle répète froidement", once again a cinematic masterpiece that you can check out below.

The band stated regarding this hypnotizing track:
"These sparkling drums introduce us to a song which perfectly depicts how forward-thinking and more accessible this new effort is. Modern riffing, almost pop-like lead guitars and structures embrace voluptuous melodies. This song is a praise of despair and melancholia, four magnificent minutes of pure spleen."

The album is available as:

• Digipak CD with a satin coated finish

• LP in gatefold with satin coated finish in the following colors:

  • Black

  • Transparent Vinyl with Black Yolk and Gold Splatter

  • Split Black/Transparent Vinyl with White Splatter

  • Transparent Vinyl with Gold Yolk and Black Splatter

• Stream or download

In case you missed the first single off "Assassine(s)", check it out here:
"Des Torrents De Coups": https://youtu.be/WmRIfUw1ymo
'De Tes Yeux Bleux Perlés':  https://youtu.be/3Gz9o8lrmtI
'Le Coeur Noir Charbon': https://youtu.be/sJn1YitKn_s

Having played more than 500 shows around the world, including appearances at several prestigious extreme music festivals, theaters, and venues (Hellfest, Roskilde, Copenhell, SummerBreeze, Brutal Assault, Roadburn, Psycho Las Vegas...), with one EP and five albums under their belt, CELESTE has succeeded in creating their own musical atmosphere and are today considered to be one of the most important bands of the "French Avant-Garde Black-Metal" scene.

CELESTE is:
Johan Girardeau | Vocals & Bass
Guillaume Rieth | Guitar
Antoine Royer | Drums
Sébastien Ducotte | Guitar

DAWN OF SOLACE Share New Lyric Video and Release New Album! "Flames of Perdition" out now on Noble Demon

DAWN OF SOLACE, the solo-project by WOLFHEART's Tuomas Saukkonen, release their anticipated third studio album Flames of Perdition via Noble Demon. With eight brand new tracks (+ two bonus songs), the album delivers exactly what you would expect to get from the death and goth metal icon: beautiful melodies and a breathtaking atmosphere of incomparable class. Together with Mikko Heikkilä of Kaunis Kuolematon as vocalist, the two once again invite you to a dark journey through the spheres of melodic doom.

To celebrate Flames of Perdition finally being available worldwide, DAWN OF SOLACE have released a brand new lyric video for the album’s title track.

Watch the video below

Tuomas Saukkonen comments: "The title track is definitely the most beautiful song on the album carrying the bleakest message. Lullaby to the world in the cradle of ashes".

Flames of Perdition is available now on Noble Demon and can be purchased digitally HERE. Digipak CD and various merch bundles are available at THIS LOCATION. Vinyl to follow soon, which unfortunately had to be postponed another time due to the current worldwide situation and delays in physical production.

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TWIN TEMPLE Release “Let’s Have A Satanic Orgy” + Currently On U.S. Tour With GHOST & VOLBEAT

The crossroads, the intersection, the place where the devil makes her deals; it’s there that the fusion of two seemingly divergent forms of magic can erupt into the genesis of something never before witnessed, and it was there that TWIN TEMPLE cast a spell that unleashed a fascinating sonic creature from the depths.

Today the Satanic Doo-Wop duo offers fans a new single, “Let’s Have A Satanic Orgy”. The release includes a flip cover in Spanish entitled "Tengamos La Orgía Satánica" with the lyrics poetically re-worked to fit the beauty of the language.

Their newest single also marks a departure from TWIN TEMPLE’s previous ways of working. “Unlike the 24-hour live session with the band,” explains Zachary, “this time we played every instrument ourselves (other than the saxophone) as well as produced, engineered and mixed the record ourselves. We still kept everything analog and one take to give it a raw feel, but it was just the two of us in the studio together doing everything. It allowed us to expand the sounds and gave us the freedom to add more instrumentation. We always like to stir the cauldron and change things up, and we were excited about challenging ourselves in this evil new way.”

TWIN TEMPLE Alexandra comments, “We love Latin music. It’s an integral part of early Doo-Wop and a huge influence on us. This latest single is us continuing to explore that concept and sound in our own blasphemous way, of course. We chose to have a flip cover for the 7” as opposed to having an A-Side and B-Side so that the Spanish and English versions are equal. They’ll be released simultaneously as well, to reflect that equality.”

Purchase/listen to "Let’s Have A Satanic Orgy/”Tengamos La Orgía Satánica" here: https://bfan.link/TwinTempleLHASO

TWIN TEMPLE is bringing their black mass to arenas across the world on two of their biggest tours to date. Currently, the duo is with GHOST and VOLBEAT on their tour across America, and in April 2022, they will again join GHOST on their European arena tour with UNCLE ACID & THE DEADBEATS. TWIN TEMPLE will also return to Europe for a run of summer festival dates, including Download, Hellfest, and Graspop (www.twintemple.com/shows).

TWIN TEMPLE live:
With GHOST & VOLBEAT
1/25/2022 Reno Events Center - Reno, NV
1/27/2022 Climate Pledge Arena - Seattle, WA
1/28/2022 Ford Idaho Center Arena - Nampa ID
1/29/2022 Veterans Memorial Coliseum - Portland, OR
1/31/2022 Maverik Center - Salt Lake City, UT
2/02/2022 Ball Arena - Denver, CO
2/04/2022 Pinnacle Bank Arena - Lincoln, NE
2/05/2022 Target Center - Minneapolis, MN
2/07/2022 Nationwide Arena- Columbus, OH
2/08/2022 Giant Center - Hershey, PA
2/10/2022 Prudential Center - Newark, NJ
2/11/2022 DCU Center - Worcester, MA
2/12/2022 BB&T Pavilion - Camden, NJ
2/14/2022 Petersen Events Center - Pittsburgh, PA
2/15/2022 Huntington Center - Toledo, OH
2/16/2022 Van Andel Arena - Grand Rapids, MI
2/18/2022 Allstate Arena - Rosemont, IL
2/19/2022 Heritage Bank Center - Cincinnati, OH
2/20/2022 Fiserv Forum - Milwaukee, WI
2/21/2022 Chaifetz Arena - St Louis, MO
2/23/2022 Cable Dahmer Arena - East Independence
2/25/2022 Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land - Sugar Land, TX
2/26/2022 Fair Park Coliseum - Dallas, TX United States
2/28/2022 Don Haskins Center - El Paso, TX United States
3/01/2022 Footprint Center - Phoenix, AZ United States
3/03/2022 Honda Center - Anaheim, CA

Deviating from the standard path calls for a soundtrack of rebellious music, that which TWIN TEMPLE brilliantly procures with hypnotizing and illustrious melodies. Much like their mood-driven, defiant inspirations, Alexandra concludes that “this [music] is about change; tearing down the old guard, and shaking up the status quo, which to us, is Satanic as fuck.” The hellish flames of the temple can be seen burning bright into 2022, with plenty of further news to come.

MIDNIGHT FOOLISHNESS Premieres Video for Single "The Reason We Don't Talk Anymore"

"The Reason We Don't Talk Anymore" can be streamed at:

https://midnightfoolishness.bandcamp.com/track/the-reasons-we-dont-talk-anymore

Bensonhurst Brooklyn band, Midnight Foolishness, was formed By Robert Corbino, who recruited Julio Aries formerly of the band Candiria. The band has played over 500 shows throughout the years.

The band's last album Use Your Head Not Your Hands is out now and available everywhere.

The song "The Reasons We Don't Talk Anymore" will be the last single off the album. 
This is special because it was the last song written for the album that was originally lost but was luckily recovered. "There was a point we were not sure it was going to be finished" says Robert Corbino.

Midnight Foolishness, who have been featured on ALT 9.23 FM, plan to release a new record in 2022. Stay Tuned!!!

Upcoming shows: 
March 4th with The Warped Tour Band @89 North in Long Island, NY 
March 5th with Murphys Law @The Gin in PA 
March 6 with Doyle Of The Misfits @ Reverb in Reading, PA 
April 7th with Doyle At The Brooklyn Monarch in Brooklyn, NY

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Kailee Morgue Releases New Single "Another Day In Paradise" via Thriller Records

Rising indie-alt-pop ingénue Kailee Morgue has today dropped her new single and music video for track "Another Day In Paradise", out via Thriller Records. Speaking on today's release, Kailee shares:

“I wrote ‘Another Day in Paradise’ on the couch with my boyfriend talking about how hard it is to feel normal in a place like Los Angeles. I’m never one to make a song that’s as sad as it might seem so I approached it with a sarcastic point of view and some of that 90s attitude, using repetition in the bridge to mirror how it feels waking up every morning in a city where everything and nothing is happening all the time.”

Kailee previously shared the music video for "Butterflies", the first release from Kailee after signing with Thriller Records that has already totaled over 107,000 views on YouTube. Watch the music video for "Another Day In Paradise" below.

Kailee Morgue delivers a delightful dichotomy between saccharine songstress and a dabble with the dark side on new single “Butterflies”. Her first track with new label Thriller Records, the music video marks the start of an incredible new era for the Phoenix-born LA resident who has already amassed a rabid core fan base with fast-rising TikTok followers since her 2018 breakout track "Medusa" via Republic Records. Be sure to stay tuned for more Kailee Morgue news coming soon.

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DIE APOKALYPTISCHEN REITER - Kick Off Pre-Order For New Album Wilde Kinder + release Music Video For Title Track!

"This album was a struggle.
Against comfort.
Against indifference.
Against advancing madness.
Against ourselves.
We won it!"
(DIE APOKALYPTISCHEN REITER)

Germany’s most spectacular band is Weimar’s DIE APOKALYPTISCHEN REITER. The band whose name translates as “Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse”, has proven to deliver a unique brand of melodic heaviness, accompanied by unique, intense lyrics. Since forming back in 1995, DIE APOKALYPTISCHEN REITER has remained innovative and courageous, delivering a form of extreme metal that is second to none. In the artistic realm of the Weimar-based quartet, there are no rules - anarchy, a free flow of ideas and visions reign supreme!
With a highly supportive and engaged following at their side, they achieved #10 in Germany’s official charts with their album Der Rote Reiter. The band has played every major metal festival and countless fans have succumbed to “Reitermania” – which is the wild and crazy experience that only DIE APOKALYPTISCHEN REITER can provide.

Now, the band is getting ready to release “Wilde Kinder” (=“Wild Children”), their new album due out on April 22, 2022 - the official successor to “Der Rote Reiter” (2017)!

In addition to this big announcement, the band have also released a music video for the title track of the album, Wilde Kinder, that you can watch below.
Get the single digitally, HERE

Entirely self-recorded, and mixed and mastered by Eike Freese (Chameleon Studios, Hamburg; who worked for bands like HELLOWEEN, DEEP PURPLE, ALICE COOPER), DIE APOKALYPTISCHEN REITER celebrate a stunning return after their completely improvised ‘Jam Session’ record “The Divine Horsemen” (2021), and attack with “Volle Kraft!” (= full power!).

Pre-order the album Wilde Kinder in the format of your choice, HERE

In case you missed it, also check out the recently released music video for "Volle Kraft", here: https://youtu.be/GN4NKqUoj-c

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Formed back in 1995, Germany’s DIE APOKALYPTISCHEN REITER (= The Apocalyptic Riders) have grown from savage grindcore to a phenomenal act whose style transcends genres. In the artistic realm of the Weimar based quartet there are no rules, anarchy, a free flow of ideas and visions reign supreme!

Studio Session Guests
Dr. Pest - keyboards - Wilde Kinder, Der Eisenhans, Alles ist gut
Chris Harms - Spoken Words - Blau
Sabine Scherer - Vocals - Euer Gott ist der Tod
Corvin Bahn - Keyboards – Von Freiheit will ich singen, Euer Gott ist der Tod, Blau

Guitar, Bass Engineer - Denny Meißner
Vocals, Drums Engineer - Eike Freese
Mix, Mastering - Eike Freese - Chameleon Studios Hamburg

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In celebration of their 25th anniversary, Germany's DIE APOKALYPTISCHEN REITER have released a truly special album with "The Divine Horsemen" - a unique musical experiment: A session that has been recorded without any rehearsals or preparations during two days in autumn 2020.

Get their latest album The Divine Horsemen here: https://reitermania.bfan.link/the-divine-horsemen
"Ymir" OFFICIAL VISUALIZER: https://youtu.be/5lLv12D4odU
"Tiki" OFFICIAL VIDEO: https://youtu.be/5cmAS7U75GE
"Nachtblume" OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO: https://youtu.be/Q67w3c0kvf8
'"Aletheia" OFFICIAL VISUALIZER: https://youtu.be/ViWNvsy6SsU

AENIMUS - RELEASE VISUALIZER FOR NEW SINGLE, "THE CLIMB"

Today, AENIMUS is proud to release the music video for their new single, "The Climb" which kicks off a new chapter of the band. Check out the visualizer for "The Climb" below.

AENIMUS comments, "It is with great excitement that we bring you our newest single 'The Climb'. It is the start of AENIMUS’ next chapter as a band with bassist Seth Stone stepping into a new role as lead vocalist. It is also our first song featuring the extreme talents of guitarist Greg Paulson. We’d also like to take this moment to introduce you all to Brian Gosling of GRIMZEE and AS THE STRUCTURE FAILS, who played a large role in the writing and production for 'The Climb' and moving forward will be playing guitar with AENIMUS.

"As you are likely aware at this point Alex Green, Cody Pulliam, and Jordan Rush are no longer members of AENIMUS. Without getting into too many details, the last two years have been extremely difficult for all of us. When the pandemic put a swift stop to live music, life kept going and it led to a lot of tough decisions to be made for everyone as individuals and for AENIMUS as a whole. These decisions, though not easy, led us to part ways with the three members. We will cherish the time spent writing and performing Dreamcatcher with them all over the world and we are so proud to have shared these moments with such fine musicians. Even though Alex and Cody are no longer a part of AENIMUS, Dreamcatcher is not the last you will hear of them. Alex and Cody helped tremendously with the lyrics, vocal patterns, and drums for 'The Climb' and the music for our upcoming releases. We are thankful to have their blessing to release these songs we wrote with them. 
 

"We have a lot in store for you all this year including more new music and an awesome tour announcement. Thank you all for sticking with us and supporting us for the last 10 years as a band. We are so excited for this new beginning for AENIMUS and are ready to start the climb.”

Purchase/listen to "The Climb" here: https://bfan.link/aenimus-theclimb

Oder your copy of Dreamcatcher here: nuclearblast.com/aenimus-dreamcatcher

Head to www.aenimusofficial.com to check out the entire list of products available for theDreamcatcher release.

Dreamcatcher is a concept album that draws inspiration from horror novels and movies, such as It, The Shining, Hannibal Lecter, and The Dead Zone. The album was recorded by the band while mixing and mastering were handled by Jamie King (BTBAM, THE CONTORTIONIST). The album features guest appearances from Mike Semesky (INTERVALS, THE HAARP MACHINE), Jamie Hanks (I DECLARE WAR), Brian James (ex- FALLUJAH) Sims Cashion and Leonardo Guzman.

AENIMUS is:
Seth Stone | Vocals
Greg Paulson | Guitar
Brian Gosling | Guitar

Worhol Releases Official Music Video For Single "Speak To Me"

Worhol is a female fronted symphonic rock band out of Texas, but some mistake them for a European band because of their overall sound and appearance. The band delivers a unique style of dark, theatrical, orchestral music that showcases Ashley Worhol’s dynamic mellifluous voice.

The band has released the official music video for their single "Speak to Me." The video was shot by the film company M5 Entertainment in collaboration with Darkstar TV and was directed by Christopher Maggard.

"Speak To Me" was written during a point in my life where I felt completely abandoned and lost. I have always been strong in my beliefs but at this point I felt like I was speaking and yet nothing was responding. I went through an emotional journey where I thought I had done something wrong which is what led to the feeling of abandonment. This song is a direct conversation between me and God and I'm begging for him to speak to me. While writing this song I finally heard and felt again and felt the need to sign this song because at that very moment words were not needed to be spoken. The guys play a very important role in this video. They represent my guardians both in the ethereal world and here on Earth, my protectors you might say. But the beauty about this song however is that it doesn't matter what or who you believe in, your race or gender, because in life we are never guaranteed happiness but each and every one of us will at some point experience pain and through that pain we are all one. We all are living this journey we call life and we are way more connected than we realize" says Ashley Worhol.

Worhol formed in 2013 when lead singer Ashley Worhol and her father Larry Worhol decided they wanted to follow their dream together as a team. Both having degrees in music and a classical background, they knew that they had the knowledge it would take in writing their style of music. Worhol’s music can be best described as symphonic and theatrical with Larry being the guitarist as well as the orchestral composer and Ashley being professionally trained as an opera singer. Since Ashley and Larry are kin to Andy Warhol they decided to keep the band name in the family. Once Worhol was set they reached out and found the rest of the members of the band; Craig Malinowski(bassist) and Marty Naul (drummer).

Worhol is based in the USA but is known globally. They released their first album, The Awakeningback in 2015 through Imminence Records and Wormhole Death publishing (europe). However, back in 2017 Worhol decided to remain an independent artist. Worhol recorded The Awakeningwith John Lecompt, former guitarist of Evanescence. Since their first album, Worhol has been touring both nationally and internationally. Their music has appeared in major magazines such as Billboard, Revolver and more! They have won several awards and in 2019 their track, "The Darkness" was featured in the award winning horror film, Rosa Leigh. In 2020, both Ashley and her father released their arrangement of "Amazing Grace- My Lord, My God" while showcasing their acting skills in their short film, Amazing Grace. Their short film won "Best Original score", "Best Acting Duo", and was nominated for "Best Cinematography". They have also won "Special Mention" through 'Global Shorts', "ARFF Staff Picks" through 'ARFF Amsterdam International Film Festival'l, "June 2020 Official Selection" and "Semi-Finalist" through 'Index Film Fest Los Angeles' and are a "Finalist" in the 'New York Movie Awards'. This was just the beginning for composing opportunities because in 2021, Ashley scored the featured horror film, Terror Trips and recently an article in Fangoria Magazine was published in regards to the films 2022 release. Currently planned for 2022, Ashley will be scoring another featured horror film called, Root. Worholhas a lot of plans for 2022 and are composing pieces for upcoming feature films while also finishing their EP, due to release winter of 2022. In late January of 2022 Worhol is set to release their single, "Speak to Me" which is now being accepted for music video awards worldwide. Worhol will also be headlining LEAF Fest later this year in Llano, Tx. and has a major surprise towards the end of the year with a once in a lifetime concert opportunity.

Listen to the album, The Awakening here:

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Worhol Show Dates:

3/12/22- Headlining LEAF FEST in Llano, TX

Link To Event: https://www.llanoearthartfest.org/

7/16/22- Concert at BFE Rock Club

Link To Website: https://www.bferockclub.com/

Worhol is:

Ashley Worhol- Vocalist | Co-Composer | Pianist | Lyricist

Larry Worhol- Co-Composer | Guitarist

Marty Naul- Drummer

Craig Malinowski- Bassist

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