HORRENDOUS Release Video for "Preterition Hymn"

This month marks one year since Horrendous brought the metal realm to its knees in worship of Ontological Mysterium. After exploding from the underground in 2018 with the cultishly beloved Idol, last year, the Philadelphia death metal band were the toast of the genre's critics.

Decibel, Metal Injection, BangerTV and Metal Hammer all listed Ontological Mysterium high atop their 2023 best-of lists, often right alongside the band's recent tour mates Tomb Mold. The album also cracked the Billboard charts, climbing well inside the Top 10 of the Current Hard Music Albums. 

Today, Horrendous are celebrating the first anniversary of Ontological Mysterium with their first-ever music video. The album's slow-burning triump "Preterition Hymn" now comes with a glorious film treatment that's worthy of a Viking funeral.

Watch the video for "Preterition Hymn" Below.

"Our long awaited video debut is a symbolic journey through the lyrical themes of 'Preterition Hymn'", the band says. "It's a psalm for the lowly and the damned, the Preterite and the passed over, sitting beneath the feet of the elect. Our downtrodden heroes are driven in chains by a mournful god to their final trial in this realm, sounding their last desperate cries in defiance of the fate bestowed upon them--and upon all of us. Is their sacrifice enough to win salvation? To rise in glorious flames? In communion with the spirit of the song, we endured the pain of icy November waters, risking life and limb to capture and offer up an authentic sacrifice in the name of the Preterite ones. Lift your voices along with our heroes that you may ascend before the tides rise again…"

Ontological Mysterium is available now through Season of Mist.

Order: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/HorrendousShop

Stream: https://orcd.co/ontologicalmysteriumpresave

The video for "Preterition Hymn" was created by My Good Eye: Music Visuals

Full video credits

Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Post-Production FX:
David Brodsky for My Good Eye: Music Visuals
www.mgenyc.com

Producer, 1st AD, Cinematographer:
Allison Woest for My Good Eye: Music Visuals

2nd AD, Grip:
Robb Brown

Best Boy Electric:
Lindsey Fehr

Production Assistant:
Brandon Yeagley

Costuming and Stylist:
Paulina Olivares

Location Managers:
Ross Imbruglia
Joseph Imbruglia

Location Techs:
Lee Hebelink
Todd Steinhouer

Starring:
Nick Duchemin

Audio Producer, Engineer, Mixing, Mastering:
Damian Herring

Later this year, Horrendous are celebrating another anniversary when their second album celebrates its 10-year anniversary. In honor of Ecdysis, the band will play the entire album during a special set in front of their hometown faithful at Decibel's upcoming 20th Anniversary Show.

Horrendous 10th Anniversary Set of Ecdysis Live @ Decibel's 20th Anniversary Show w/ Autopsy + Immolation

August 31 - Philadelphia, PA @ Brooklyn Bowl [TICKETS]

"This will be a special day for us," the band says. "Ecdysis was a significant milestone in our musical journey. Three of the album's songs have never been performed live, and many others have not been played in years. We hope you'll join us to celebrate - long live the Vermillion!" 

Lineup: 
Damian Herring - Guitar, Vocals
Matt Knox - Guitar, Vocals
Alex Kulick - Bass
Jamie Knox - Drums

Producer / Sound Engineer / Mixing / Mastering: Damian Herring at Subterranean Watchtower Studio, Arlington, VA, USA

Style: Progressive death metal

Cover art: Brian Smith

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WITHIN DESTRUCTION Sign With Sumerian Records; Drop New Single "Demon Child"

Slovenian metal trailblazers Within Destruction announced today that they have inked a brand new deal with globally renowned independent label, Sumerian Records, marking a significant milestone in the band's career. To celebrate this monumental signing, the band has unleashed a blistering new single, "Demon Child," accompanied by a high-octane music video shot on location in Tokyo, Japan, a visual feast, particularly for fans of sports cars and Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift. Stream the track HERE and watch the official music video below.

Vocalist Rok Rupnik delves into the inspiration behind the track, sharing, “Before I even started writing lyrics, I’ve listened to the song a couple of times and immediately knew the final words of the chorus would be 'Demon Child,' which also ended up being the title of our second single. The lyrics dive into the nature of a love-hate relationship, where one would rather embrace a passionate turmoil over a mundane life.”

Guitarist Howard Fang and drummer Luka Vezzosi add, “We’ve had a lot of fun during the preproduction of the song which is getting released pretty much in the initially envisioned idea. This time we went with a fast-paced song built around a catchy singalong chorus with a blegh breakdown as a cherry on top. The only funny thing about this song is the fact that it was supposed to be without a breakdown, but while we were in the studio tracking the song, we found a place for it at the last minute and we think it works really well.”

About Within Destruction

Within Destruction are an innovative metal group from Slovenia. They have been disrupting the deathcore and metalcore scenes since their formation in 2010. Known for their intense sound, the band uniquely incorporates electronic elements and anime samples into their music, adding layers of unpredictability that have captivated fans worldwide. They gained international recognition with their 2016 album 'VOID,' and their irreverent approach to metal, which has built a dedicated global following.

Their third album, 'DEATHWISH,' which was mixed and mastered by Will Putney, further solidified their reputation. Featuring fan-favorite tracks like "Human Defect" and the title track, leading to their first European headliner tour, as well as a breakthrough in the U.S. market. In 2020, they took a bold step with 'YOKAI,' an album that divided fans by blending metalcore with electronic and trap influences, all while integrating anime-inspired themes.

Continuing to push boundaries, the band released 'LOTUS' in 2022, leaning further into metalcore and embracing clean vocals, which sparked both outrage and admiration among listeners. Known for their ambitious live performances and relentless dedication, Within Destruction remains a force in modern metal, constantly evolving and challenging genre norms.

Now, with their signing to Sumerian Records and the release of their latest single "Demon Child," Within Destruction continues to carve out their place as innovators in the heavy music landscape.

GO AHEAD AND DIE | ANNOUNCE BETTER DEAD THAN MAINSTREAM: LIVE AT THE MARQUEE THEATER WILL BE RELEASED SEPTEMBER 13TH!

Arizona death-crusters GO AHEAD AND DIE are proud to announce their newest offering Better Dead Than Mainstream: Live At The Marquee Theater will be released digitally on September 13th via Nuclear Blast Records. The audio from the album was taken from their September 25, 2021 show with SOULFLY as well as INCITE and HEALING MAGIC. The night featured a performance of their debut self-titled album which was released two months prior. The audio for the live album was produced, engineered, and mastered by Arthur Rizk. For the album cover, the band enlisted Costin Chioreanu to create the artwork.

Max Cavalera states, "It’s amazing to me that the lockdown allowed Igor and myself the opportunity to make such a brutal record! That era gave us a clear view of harmful social issues as authoritarian rule was exploding in aggressive ways. This is a true live album, with no overdubs. It’s as brutal as the pandemic!"

Igor Amadeus Cavalera comments, “Playing live with GAAD is an absolute adrenaline rush. You can hear the unchained raw energy through every song on this recording.”

Pre-save Better Dead Than Mainstream: Live At The Marquee Theater here:
https://bfan.link/gaad-bdtm-live

Catch GO AHEAD AND DIE live:
11/09/2024 Tempe, AZ - The Marquee Theater @ The Max Cavalera Dynasty Show

GO AHEAD AND DIE unleashed their caustic sophomore album Unhealthy Mechanisms last year via Nuclear Blast Records. A torrential whirlwind born from the livid minds of Igor Amadeus Cavalera (HEALING MAGIC) and Max Cavalera (SOULFLY, CAVALERA CONSPIRACY). The sophomore album is a fresh dive into the madness of society and the pollution that ravages our minds.Unhealthy Mechanisms was produced by Igor Amadeus Cavalera while John Aquilino handled the recording in his Platinum Underground Studio steeped in the mystic ambiance of the Superstition Mountains’ foothills. The mixing and mastering were once again handled by Arthur Rizk (CAVALERA, SOULFLY, TURNSTILE). For the artwork, the band enlisted Santiago Jaramillo of Triple Seis Design to create the unnerving design that fits with the album title. GO AHEAD AND DIE's newest record is a testament to declining mental health around the world, and a reminder that we are not alone in our pain. The mind is lost. The fuse is lit. Time to set everything ablaze.

GO AHEAD AND DIE is:
Max Cavalera | Vocals, Guitar
Igor Amadeus Cavalera | Vocals, Guitar
Johnny Valles | Drums
Jackie Cruz | Bass

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www.facebook.com/GoAheadAndDieBand
www.twitter.com/GAADband
www.instagram.com/GoAheadAndDieBand
www.youtube.com/@GoAheadAndDie

SVEN GALI RETURN WITH EXPLOSIVE COMEBACK ALBUM BOMBS AND BATTLESCARS, INTERNATIONAL RELEASE SET FOR SEPTEMBER 13TH, 2024

Sven Gali's trademark blend of heavy riffs, gritty vocals, and anthemic melodies span decades. Cutting their teeth in the bar circuit of Southern Ontario, Canada in the late 80’s, Sven Gali’s live show was a full on circus of sex, drugs and rock n’ roll.

Emerging with a record deal with BMG, Sven Gali released their debut self-titled release in 1992. From the first chord of “Under The Influence” Sven Gali made their mark. Follow up singles “Tie Dyed Skies” and “In My Garden” paved the way for the ballad number 6 CanCon song of 1993 that also went Top 10 nationwide, “Love Don’t Live Here Anymore.”

As the album went Gold, Sven Gali won the MuchMusic Best Metal Video Award in 1993 for “Under The Influence” and was nominated for two Junos. With a worldwide release, Sven Gali toured with the likes of Def Leppard, Foreigner and April Wine.

Sven Gali’s follow-up, Inwire, was partly recorded in in Seattle with producer Kelly Gray and saw the band take on a more alternative experimental tone. The band broke up soon after the album’s release and played sporadic shows before solidifying a new lineup with original members Dave Wanless (vocals), Andy Frank (guitar) and TT (bass) bringing in guitarist Sean Williamson and drummer Dan Fila from former BMG labelmates Varga.

Sven Gali’s new release, Bombs And Battlescars, released through Canadian label Music In Motion Ent and distributed worldwide through Deko Entertainment, combines the best of both Sven Gali eras. The album contains five new originals. “One Gun” is a relentless driver that sets the battlefield ablaze with its blistering guitar work and commanding vocals. The massive groove of “Coming Home” and fierce anthem “Monster” showcase Sven Gali's unapologetic attitude while the sonic prowess of “Life Inside” stands side by side with any current alternative metal peers. Closer “Nothing New” showcases the melodic side of the band with a catchy acoustic groove.

Bombs And Battlescars also brings the band full circle with a cover of Triumph’s “Spellbound.” Recorded at Toronto’s Metalworks studio where many of Sven Gali’s early songs were recorded and demoed, acclaimed Coney Hatch frontman Andy Curran produced the track bringing the song into the modern age. Triumph drummer Gil Moore also appears in the video. The album is filled out with three remastered unreleased tracks from the band’s 90’s recording vault.

Sven Gali celebrates the US and European releases of Bombs And Battlescars on Friday, September 13, for both physical and streaming. The latest video for for “Coming Home” is gathering steam, and additional videos from the album for “One Gun” and “Monster” and the Triumph cover “Spellbound” can be viewed on their YouTube channel. The band’s latest single, “Life Inside,” along with the video for the song is set to come out with the release.
 

Bombs And Battlescars on CD and limited edition army green vinyl are available through retail.

Signed CDs and LPs are available through: https://www.dekoentertainment.com/sven-gali

EPICA - Announce Exclusive Livestream Of 'The Symphonic Synergy' Show In Amsterdam

Dutch symphonic metal titans, EPICA, are thrilled to announce a special livestream event for one of their highly anticipated "The Symphonic Synergy" shows, set to take place in Amsterdam with a full orchestra and choir. This unique sold-out performance, scheduled for September 20th at 20:00 CEST (19:00 LONDON, 15:00 SAO PAULO, 14:00 NEW YORK, 12:00 MEXICO CITY, and 11:00 AM LOS ANGELES TIME), will showcase the band’s signature fusion of their greatest hits and secret fan favorites with soaring orchestral arrangements, guest performers and plenty of surprises including new music!

Fans from all around the world who are unable to attend the show in person will now have the opportunity to experience the concert in real-time through a professional multicam livestream.

The band comments:

"We’re beyond excited to bring this special show to every Epican anywhere in the world! 'The Symphonic Synergy' is more than just a concert—it's a celebration of everything Epica stands for, and we can't wait to share it with everyone, no matter where they are."

In recent years, EPICA has captivated their global fanbase with a series of innovative livestreams. These virtual events, such as the boundary-breaking "Ωmega Alive" from the pandemic times, or their epic 20-years-anniversary show from Tilburg, allowed fans to experience their powerful performances and intricate stage production from the comfort of their homes.

Tune in on September 20th from anywhere in the world and watch EPICA’s orchestra show either live or up until 72 hours following the performance.

Tickets and exclusive merchandise from the event are now available at symphonicsynergy.com at early-bird prices up until September 6th.

Keith Buckley's New Band MANY EYES Adds Two New Album Release Shows, Kicks Off U.S. Tour

Emerging metallic hardcore outfit MANY EYES (fronted by ex-Every Time I Die vocalist Keith Buckley) is kicking off its U.S. tour tomorrow, August 29, with a run of headlining performances through August 31. Then, the band will hit the road in support of Sum 41 on September 4, in which they will also be performing a series of off day album release shows, for which the band has now added two additional dates - October 7 in Colorado Springs, CO and October 12 in Millersville, PA. The full itinerary can be found below!

MANY EYES will be releasing its debut album, 'The Light Age,' on September 6 via Perseverance Media Group! The newcomers recently released a new music video for the single "Harbinger," which can be found at THIS LOCATION.

Pre-orders for 'The Light Age' are now live HERE.

MANY EYES North American Tour Dates (w/ Sum 41):

08/29: Grand Rapids, MI @ The Pyramid Scheme **

08/30: Chicago, IL @ Subterranean **

08/31: Omaha, NE @ Reverb Lounge **

09/04 San Francisco, CA @ The Masonic

09/06 Portland, OR @ Theater Of The Clouds

09/07 Seattle, WA @ WAMU Theater

09/08 Boise, ID @ Revolution Center

09/10 Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex

09/11 Morrison, CO @ Red Rocks Amphitheatre

09/12 Waukee, IA @ Vibrant Music Hall

09/14 Detroit, MI @ Masonic Temple Theatre

09/15 Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center

09/16 Moon Township, PA @ UPMC Events Center

09/20: Baltimore, MD @ Ottobar ** (MANY EYES Album Release Show)

09/23 Miami Beach, FL @ The Fillmore

09/24 Orlando, FL @ The Orlando Amphitheater at Central Florida Fairgrounds

09/28 Austin, TX @ H-E-B

09/29 Houston, TX @ 713 Music Hall

09/30 Irving, TX @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory

10/02 Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre

10/03 Los Angeles, CA @ YouTube Theater

10/05 Las Vegas, NV @ Bakkt Theater

10/07: Colorado Springs, CO @ Vultures ** (MANY EYES Album Release Show)

10/09: St. Louis, MO @ Red Flag ** (MANY EYES Album Release Show)

10/11: Lakewood, OH @ Mahall’s ** (MANY EYES Album Release Show)

10/12: Millersville, PA @ Phantom Power ** (MANY EYES Album Release Show)

**MANY EYES ONLY

Many Eyes began in the winter of 2022 when Keith Buckley (Ex-Every Time I Die, The Damned Things) connected with brothers Nick (Producer/ Owner of Dexter's Lab Recording) and Charlie Bellmore (Corpsegrinder/ Toxic Holocaust) through their mutual friend, Jamey Jasta, frontman for metal legends Hatebreed. The Light Age was written and recorded over a few weeks in both Buffalo, NY, and Milford, CT, where the members reside.Taking cues from the Grunge Rock and Hardcore of the 1990s that was so influential to them growing up, the members of Many Eyes skillfully blend chaos with melody.

Many Eyes’ live performances, including their tour with post-hardcore icons THURSDAY, have demonstrated their ability to deliver high-energy shows with precision and emotion. With Craig Vittorio now on guitar and Sean Vallie on bass, alongside Nick Bellmore’s powerful drumming and Keith Buckley’s commanding vocals, the band remains focused on pushing forward and exploring new creative horizons.

As they embark on the next phase of their journey, Many Eyes remains committed to their core ethos—creating music that resonates deeply with listeners, blending raw power with melodic depth, and continually evolving as artists. The future looks bright as they continue to chart their path forward.

Recording Lineup:

Vocals/ Lyrics/ Songwriter - Keith Buckley

Producer/ Songwriter/ Guitar/ Drums/ Bass - Nick Bellmore

Guitar/ Songwriter/ Bass/ Keys - Charlie Bellmore

Live Lineup:

Vocals - Keith Buckley

Drums - Nick Bellmore

Bass - Sean Vallie

Guitar - Craig Vittori

Recorded and mixed by Nick Bellmore at Dexters Lab Recording in Milford, CT

Assistant Engineer William Hayes

Mastered by Randy Merrill at Sterling Sound

Additional vocals recorded by Anthony Potenza

All songs written by Keith Buckley, Nick Bellmore and Charlie Bellmore.

Art Direction & Design by Nick Steinhardt & Ryan Sanders for 23in

Produced by Nick Bellmore

Executive Producer Jamey Jasta

Pre-orders: https://dthw.sh/thelightage

Links:

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BlessTheFall Drop "Drag Me Under" Video — WATCH // Touring This Fall

In Spring 2023, the Arizona quartet — Beau Bokan [vocals], Eric Lambert[guitar], Jared Warth [bass], and Elliott Gruenberg [guitar] — dropped "Wake the Dead," their first new track in five years. It has already accred a whopping 10 million streams.

Today, the band has shared the video for the recently released new single — "Drag Me Under," featuring Alpha Wolf's Lochie Keogh. And yes, it rips. The song was co-written by Tony Cappocchi from Dragged Under and produced and mixed by Hiram Hernandez.

 Watch the video below.

"The first time I heard the instrumental for 'Drag Me Under,' my mind was absolutely blown away," says Bokan. "This song punishes you relentlessly then lets you breathe for about four seconds then continues to punish. I knew we needed a top tier feature to really make this song stand out so we recruited Lochie Keogh from Alpha Wolf. It's pretty obvious this song is totally different than anything we're ever done but still sounds like Blessthefall.”

Blessthefall will also embark on a headline tour. It kicks off August 28 in Berkley, California and runs through September 28 in Davenport, Iowa. All dates are below. Get tickets here. 

blessthefall's notched back-to-back Top 25 debuts on the Billboard 200 with Hollow Bodies [2013] and To Those Left Behind [2015], while 2018's Hard Feelings marked their third straight Top 5 bow on the Top Alternative Albums Chart. With the latter, Unclear claimed the band "may have struck serious gold," while Alternative Press applauded how "blessthefall blend old-school vibes and a fresh new sound." Speaking to their enduring legacy, they've racked up hundreds of millions of streams with "Hey Baby, Here's That Song You Wanted" at 33.8 million Spotify streams followed by "Hollow Bodies" at 26.2 million Spotify streams in addition to landing syncs in franchises such as Splinter Cell. In the wake of a successful 10-year anniversary tour to celebrate Witness in 2019, blessthefall went quiet for the next two years. Between the global pandemic and various other gigs, the members still kept the lines of communication open. The band now emerges from a half-decade of dormancy, and not a moment too soon.

BLESSTHEFALL ON TOUR:
8/28 — Berkeley, CA — The UC Theatre
8/29 — Sacramento, CA — Ace of Spades
8/30 — Riverside, CA — Riverside Municipal Auditorium
8/31 — Las Vegas, NV — Brooklyn Bowl
9/2 — Lubbock, TX — The Garden
9/3 — Austin, TX — Emo's
9/5 — Athens, GA — The Georgia Theater
9/6 — Columbia, SC — The Senate
9/7 — Richmond, VA — The National
9/8 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore
9/10 — Wilmington, DE — The Queen
9/12 — Huntington, NY — The Paramount
9/13 — Sayreville, NJ — Starland Ballroom
9/14 — Boston, MA — Roadrunner
9/16 — Montreal, QC — Mtelus
9/17 — Toronto, ON — Danforth
9/18 — Buffalo, NY — Rec Room
9/19 — Pittsburgh, PA — The Roxian
9/20 — Columbus, OH — King of Clubs
9/21 — Indianapolis, IN — Egyptian Room
9/22 — Cleveland, OH — House of Blues
9/24 — Milwaukee, WI — Turner Hall Ballroom
9/26 — Minneapolis, MN — Skyway Theater
9/27 — Omaha, NE — The Admiral
9/28 — Davenport, IA — Capitol Theatre

Darius Rucker’s Riverfront Revival Music Festival Releases Full Daily Schedule

Riverfront Revival, the two-day music festival curated by Hootie & the Blowfish founding member Darius Rucker and produced by SRE Entertainment set to take place October 11 and 12 at North Charleston’s beautiful Riverfront Park, has released its highly anticipated full music schedule of star-studded performances featuring set times and stage locations.
 
Double-Diamond, two-time GRAMMY award-winning and internationally acclaimed band Hootie & the Blowfish will cap off the festival on Saturday, completing their 2024 Summer Camp with Trucks Tour at Riverfront Revival in a can’t-miss final performance. 
 
Hootie will take the stage after performances by Sister Hazel, Arrested Development, Jamey Johnson, Collective Souland more. The weekend lineup also includes GRAMMY award-winning Tedeschi Trucks Band, who will headline Friday night following performances by The Revivalists, Paul Cauthen and more.
 
See below for the complete jam-packed lineup, which will take place across two stages from 5:00 – 11:00 p.m. ET on Friday and 1:00 – 11:00 p.m. ET on Saturday. Gates will open at 4:00 p.m. ET on Friday and 12:00 p.m. ET on Saturday.
 

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11
5:00-5:30 p.m. (Magnolia Stage): July Moon
5:30-6:00 p.m. (Live Oak Stage): Grace Bowers and the Hodge Podge
6:00-7:00 p.m. (Magnolia Stage): Southall
7:00-8:00 p.m. (Live Oak Stage): The Revivalists
8:00-9:15 p.m. (Magnolia Stage): Paul Cauthen
9:15-11:00 p.m. (Live Oak Stage): Tedeschi Trucks Band
 
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12
1:00-1:30 p.m. (Magnolia Stage): Elizabeth Covington
1:30-2:15 p.m. (Live Oak Stage): Brady Smith
2:15-3:00 p.m. (Magnolia Stage): Gritty Flyright
3:00-3:45 p.m. (Live Oak Stage): Shane Profitt
3:45-4:45 p.m. (Magnolia Stage): Sister Hazel
4:45-5:45 p.m. (Live Oak Stage): Hailey Whitters
5:45-6:45 p.m. (Magnolia Stage): Arrested Development
6:45-8:00 p.m. (Live Oak Stage): Jamey Johnson
8:00-9:15 p.m. (Magnolia Stage): Collective Soul
9:15-11:00 p.m. (Live Oak Stage): Hootie & The Blowfish
 
Starting today, Aug. 27, a limited quantity of 1-Day General Admission Plus tickets are on sale for $215 (plus fees), along with a limited number of 1-Day VIP tickets starting at $340 (plus fees). A new offering for Riverfront Revival patrons this year, General Admission Plus tickets include access to a private bar, seating and restrooms. Additionally, 1-Day General Admission tickets are available starting at $115 (plus fees). Weekend passes are also available, including 2-Day General Admission ($215 plus fees), 2-Day General Admission Plus ($375 plus fees) and 2-Day VIP tickets ($600 plus fees). All tickets to Riverfront Revival can be purchased HERE.  
 
A portion of the proceeds from each ticket sold will benefit the Arts in Healing Program at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital, a cause which Rucker is passionate about, and Just be You, a local nonprofit helping to build teens’ confidence, self-love and self-compassion.
 
For more details and updates, visit RiverfrontRevivial.com and follow @riverfrontrevival on Facebook and Instagram. 

NYC power outfit THE GIRAFFES present 'Pipes', previewing eighth ‘Cigarette’ album

"Undeniably captivating. There’s a certain charm to their music with instrumentation and vocals that are absolutely assured and insanely fucking groovy. Offering a very cool melody, time-shifting and dramatism that builds in intensity, 'The Shot' is a superb and infectious single" ~ Amplify Music Magazine

"A band that effortlessly blends raw energy with complex musicianship. A thrilling return to form... A full-throttle angst-filled yet logical assault on the senses... Fans of the Jesus Lizard, Queens of the Stone Age and Fu Manchu will find their sonic sweet spot in their wild, edgy sound" ~ The Spill Magazine


Brooklyn alternative rock outfit The Giraffes presents 'Pipes',  a furious, psychedelic protest anthem born from the fear of widespread environmental neglect. This is the second taste of their eighth album 'Cigarette' - a hypnotic, psychedelic ethnic-tinged rock score for our current age of decay and disappointment, fear and fury, idiocy and hope. 

This comes hot on the heels of lead track 'The Shot', a hypnotic rock-meets-psychedelic-surf earworm that shimmers between shadowy depths and sunlit crescendos. Known for their trademark menu of metal-tinged scuzz-rock, The Giraffes offer a tasteful mixture of heavy rock, punk, post-punk, surf and whatever else they find interesting. 

Formed in 1996, they've been crafting a hedonistic soundtrack that is loud, agile, dangerous, funny, sick, complex and satisfying. With lead singer Aaron Lazar and guitar maestro Damien Paris as its core, drummer Andrew Totolos provides the locomotive rhythm section with Hannah Moorhead anchoring the bass. This year marks the beginning of a new era for the band, with Moorhead now also contributing backing vocals and songwriting. With the line-up no longer in flux, the focus is now largely on songwriting.  

“Written in response to the Flint water crisis as I suspected it was going to become a more commonplace thing everywhere. Hate to say I was right. I grew up in a place much like flint -Youngstown OH, a former steel boomtown in the rust belt that is slowly crumbling due to population loss and divestment by the government. The feeling of invisibility that hits you when you realize you depend on an infrastructure that hasn't been maintained or thought about in a few generations and that now everyone you know may be poisoned by a few peoples contempt and negligence is something else," says Aaron Lazar.

“I tried to make a song about that feeling. The bass part was invented by Hannah and it has this bubbling rushing tumbling quality to it that suggests a torrent of bad news. The middle section has a psychedelic vocal tumult that is some of my favorite stuff I have done in the giraffes. Though depressing and bleak, it's still a rager. Lets all get into the pit for health and cleanliness.”  

'Cigarette' is an album full of surprises, taking new risks with subject matter and composition while maintaining the intensity and dexterity fans know and love. Recorded & engineered by Andrew Totolos at Apesauce Studio, this was mixed by Grammy nominated producer Francisco Botero (Matisyahu, Odesza) at the iconic Studio G Brooklyn and by James Dellatacoma (Bill Laswell, Herbie Hancock, TS Monk, John Zorn, Angelique Kidjo) at Bill Laswell's famed Orange Music Sound Studio.

Four years since forming and two years since debuting with their 1998 album 'Franksquilt', The Giraffes finally found its true form as a band in 2000 when joined by vocalist Aaron Lazar. Upon releasing 'Helping You Help Yourself', their first album with Lazar in 2002, the band would stake its claim as the most unbridled and fun-loving Brooklyn live act. Indeed, with fierce musicality and peak audience participation, The Giraffes earned themselves a dedicated fan base. 

From 2002, the band toured nationally and released four studio albums in succession, signing with various labels along the way. Their spaghetti western EP 'A Gentleman Never Tells' (2003) was followed by 'The Giraffes' album (2005), the 'Pretty In Puke' EP and the 'Prime Motivator' album (2008). Their epic 2010 concept album 'Ruled' proved to be Lazar's swan song before leaving the band in 2011. While his departure seemed to mark the end of an era, the embers of their explosive sound would later reignite, proving that this was not the band's final act.

2014 brought sold-out reunion concerts with Lazar back at the helm, reuniting fans from far and wide. Bolstered by their support, the Giraffes began developing new material, resulting in their sixth album 'Usury', released to critical acclaim in 2015.  Finally, 2019 brought a new lineup with the addition of bassist Hannah Moorhead (Netherlands, Twenty Two’s) and new impetus with the release of the 'Flower of the Cosmos' album and remixes by Swervedriver's Adam Franklin and notable hip-hop record producer Blockhead.

Over the years, The Giraffes have toured with Eagles of Death Metal, Local-H, The Vacation and Skeleton Key, and shared the stage with Interpol, Fishbone, Yeah Yeah Yeah's and The Strokes. They've played SXSW, Bonnaroo, Amsterjam, Voodofest, Monolith, Northside and CMJ Festivals, and landed sync licensing placements in the 'Guitar Hero' video game, Sundance Festival winning film 'I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore', and the forthcoming 'Toxic Avenger' remake.

As of August 27, The 'Pipes' single will be available everywhere, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp, where the 'Cigarette' album (out September 27) is now available for pre-order.

ALBUM CREDITS
Music written by The Giraffes
Lyrics & vocals by Aaron Lazar
Damien Paris - guitar
Hannah Moorhead - bass
Andrew Totolos - drums & percussion
Aaron Lazar - vocals
Recorded & engineered by Andrew Totolos at Apesauce
Mixed by Francisco Botero at Studio G
Tracks 4 & 5 mixed by James Dellatacoma
Tracks 1, 2, 3, 6 & 7 mixed by Francisco Botero
Mastered by Matt Labozza 
Cover artwork by Aaron Lazar
Artist photos by Ebru Yildiz
Video filmed & edited by Aaron Lazar
Additional footage by Ted Maniatakos
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR


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A Day To Remember Announce "Couple More Shows" — 2024 North American Headline Tour Dates

A Day To Remember continue a banner touring year with the announcement of their next North American headline run, "Couple More Shows." The multi-platinum Florida rock juggernaut will kick off the trek on October 17 at Fountainebleau in Las Vegas, NV before hitting the main stage of When We Were Young Festival on October 19 and 20. Next up, they roll through key markets in the Midwest and on the East Coast before what promises to be a monumental homecoming show on November 9 in Jacksonville, FL and November 10 in Hollywood, FL [full tour itinerary below]. The tour will feature support from August Burns Red and Stand Atlantic. Pre-sale begins Tuesday, August 27 at 12pm ET, with general on-sale beginning Thursday, August 29 at 10am local time. For up-to-date ticketing information, please visit here. 

The "Couple More Shows" tour launches on the heels of the group's biggest North American headline run to date, The Least Anticipated Album Tour. The coast-to-coast run filled arenas and amphitheaters throughout the country, including legendary venues such as the KIA Forum in Los Angeles and Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Denver, CO. 

A DAY TO REMEMBER ON TOUR:
WITH AUGUST BURNS RED + STAND ATLANTIC:
10/17 — Las Vegas, NV — Fountainebleau Las Vegas
10/19 — Las Vegas, NV — When We Were Young Festival*
10/20 — Las Vegas, NV — When We Were Young Festival* 
10/23 — Wichita, KS — Wave ICT
10/25 — Cincinnati, OH — Andrew J Brady Music Center
10/26 — Moline, IL — Vibrant Arena at The MARK
10/27 — Peoria, IL — Peoria Civic Center
10/29 — Huntington, WV — Marshall Health Network Arena
10/30 — State College, PA — Bryce Jordan Center
11/1 — Portland, ME — Cross Insurance Arena
11/3 — London, ON — Budweiser Gardens
11/4 — Syracuse, NY — Upstate Medical Arena at  The Oncenter War Memorial
11/6 — Norfolk, VA — Chartway Arena
11/7 — Savannah, GA — Enmarket Arena
11/9 — Jacksonville, FL — Daily's Place
11/10 — Hollywood, FL — Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood
*Festival Performance

ABOUT A DAY TO REMEMBER:
Since their formation in 2003, A Day To Remember quietly emerged as arguably the biggest underground band in the world. The Florida group affirmed this status by achieving one platinum album, two gold albums, one platinum single, and four gold singles. Not to mention, each full-length record ascended to #1 on the Billboard Rock, Indie, and/or Alternative Charts with 2016's Bad Vibrations bowing at #2 on the Billboard 200. They've put up unprecedented numbers for a rock act in the 21st century, generating nearly 2 billion streams worldwide and sales of three million-plus units. They've also packed arenas on continental tours and attracted a global audience consisting of millions.

A DAY TO REMEMBER IS:
Jeremy McKinnon — Vocals
Alex Shelnutt — Drums
Kevin Skaff — Guitar, Vocals
Neil Westfall — Guitar, Vocals 

Zeal & Ardor Drop "Kilanova" Video — WATCH // New Album "GREIF" Out Now // Fall Tour On Deck

ZEAL & ARDOR isn't just a band; it's a living and breathing entity. Like any sentient being, it consumes, evolves, and transforms from one season to the next. It has only sharpened its claws, lengthened its teeth, and steeled its nerves over the years, growing more undeniable and unpredictable in the process.

The band dropped its fourth album, the self-produced GREIF, on August 23. Get it here.

Today, the band has shared the cinematic video for "Kilonova," which plays out like a short film against the backdrop of the song's tension.

Watch it below.

"A 'Kilonova' is when two supernovas collide," band leader Manguel Gagneuxstates. "It's the type of grandeur I'm after."

Now that you've had a moment to ponder and chew on that sentiment...

The band will return to North American soil with a headline tour that kicks off November 23 in Philadelphia and runs through December 18 in Dallas. Gaerea and Zetra will support. Get tickets here. All dates are posted below.

Rather than stagnating, basking in global acclaim garnered from three previous albums — Devil Is Fine [2017], Stranger Fruit [2018] and Zeal & Ardor [2022] — Manuel opted to shake things up for GREIF.

Instead of creatively flying solo again, this time he welcomed his bandmates into the studio, featuring three voices for the first time and emboldening the sound from every angle. As such, the musicians — Tiziano Volante [guitar], Marc Obrist [vocals], Denis Wagner [vocals], Lukas Kurmann [bass], and Marco Von Allmen [drums] — spread their wings alongside him. Decamping to Obrist's studio Hutch Sounds in Switzerland, the record came to life in just five months.

"We've really evolved into a tight-knit unit," explains Obrist. "Before Zeal & Ardor, we were basically strangers, but we're like a little family now. Each member brings his own unique flavor to the mix, and we all try to make Manuel's songs better in our own way. The most interesting part for me was the new approach of how we work together in the studio."

"I wanted to expand upon what we had and introduce new colors," Manuel continues. "There are angry and accusatory moments, but there’s also some solace and happiness. I’m widening the palette of colors we have to paint with. These are avenues we haven’t tried."

ZEAL & ARDOR ON TOUR:
WITH GAEREA + ZETRA:
11/23 — Philadelphia, PA — Union Transfer
11/24 — New York, NY — Le Poisson Rouge
11/25 — Allston, MA — Brighton Music Hall
11/27 — Montreal, QC — Le Studio TD
11/28 — Toronto, ON — Opera House
11/29 — Detroit, MI — The Majestic
11/30 — Millvale, PA — Mr. Smalls Theatre
12/2nd — Indianapolis, IN — The Vogue
12/3 — Chicago, IL — Thalia Hall
12/4 — Minneapolis, MN — Varsity Theater
12/6 — Englewood, CO — Gothic Theatre
12/7 — Salt Lake City, UT — Urban Lounge
12/9 — Seattle, WA — The Showbox
12/10 — Vancouver, BC — Rickshaw Theatre
12/11 — Portland, OR — Wonder Ballroom
12/13 — Berkeley, CA — UC Theatre
12/14 — Santa Ana, CA — The Observatory
12/15 — Phoeniz, AZ — Crescent Ballroom
12/17 — Austin, TX — Mohawk
12/18 — Dallas, TX — Studio at The Factory

"We invite listeners to hear the full spectrum of the different sides and sounds that make Zeal & Ardor," Tiziano leaves off. "There are some gorgeous moments, but it packs in a lot of intensity and charm. In Manuel's songwriting and the process with every member, there's a certain intentionality as well as an element of randomness and accident. I can't wait to see people’s reactions."

In January 2024, ZEAL & ARDOR released Play With The Devil, a documentary film by Olivier Joliat and Matthias Willi. The documentary intimately chronicles Manuel Gagneux's journey from the inception of ZEAL & ARDOR through initial tours and a soul-searching period of crisis. The bold mix of Black Metal with old work songs and field hollers by the enslaved — his answer to a racist provocation on the internet — is politically explosive. As a person of color in metal, Gagneux and his music have shone a light on religion, racism, segregation, and cultural appropriation.  However, the sudden surge in acclaim and the weight of being hailed a visionary leader by fans threatened to overwhelm the softly-spoken, introverted artist. Play With The Devil is available now for streaming on major platforms. For more information and to watch, visit here.

CHANGELING Sign to Season of Mist

New Brainchild of Guitar Virtuoso Tom Fountainhead

"The Steve Vai of the new millennium." - Christian Münzner (Obscura, Necrophagist)

"The Steve Vai of the new millennium." - Christian Münzner (Obscura, Necrophagist)

"One of the absolute best players in the world." - Bill Hudson (DORO, Trans-siberian Orchestra, Savatage)

"It is my opinion that of the new guitarists described as "innovators", Fountainhead (Changeling) is the most deserving of this title." - Mike Abdow (Fates Warning, Ray Alder, Last Chance To Reason)

"Tom is one of the most expressive guitar players in my dictionary who is also a fantastic composer/producer." - Vishal J. Singh (Amogh Symphony)

With a spirit that fearlessly transcends musical boundaries, CHANGELING, the brainchild of virtuoso Tom Fountainhead, is proud to announce its signing with Season of Mist. This alliance marks the dawn of a transformative chapter, promising to reshape the musical landscape with an avant-garde fusion of genres.

An illustrious career that includes collaborations with titans such as Obscura, Defeated Sanity, and Amogh Symphony, Tom Fountainhead's mastery in composition, production, and innovative fretless guitar work has earned him the reputation of a "modern-day guitar legend." CHANGELING, Fountainhead's newest incarnation, epitomizes his relentless pursuit of musical innovation.

Set to enthrall audiences with a 60-minute concept album, CHANGELING's debut stands as a complete exploration of artistic and technical prowess. Infused with progressive metal, death metal, jazz/fusion, and world music, and enriched with intricate orchestrations by a 50-piece ensemble of guests, the album is a multifaceted sonic experience, to be experienced not only in traditional formats, but also being the first extreme metal album to make full use of the spatial audio format Dolby Atmos.

"I'm extremely excited to be working with Season Of Mist for the release of Changeling" Fountainhead states. "The culmination of 4 years of work and the talents of over 50 musicians coming together in a new project that marks the absolute peak of my work in extreme metal so far. "

As CHANGELING begins this audacious journey with Season of Mist, music enthusiasts worldwide are invited to witness the beginning of a new era. Follow CHANGELING & Fountainhead for updates and prepare to experience a symphony of technical ingenuity and artistic exploration.

Fountainhead, the musical alter-ego of Berlin-based musician Tom Geldschläger, is a celebrated figure across diverse music landscapes. Known for his expansive involvement in the music industry, Tom has contributed to over a hundred releases in capacities ranging from guitarist to orchestrator, producer to mixing/mastering engineer, and occasionally even as an oud-player. His collaborations span globally recognized artists such as Obscura, Belphegor, Marco Minnemann, Defeated Sanity, Amogh Symphony, Hannes Grossmann, Voodoogods, Christian Münzner, Nader Sadek. Featured in numerous international music magazines, authored several books of non-fiction and musical notation, Tom has also been instrumental in integrating the fretless guitar into extreme metal genres.

Acclaimed as a "modern-day guitar legend," Tom's signature playing style and adventurous genre-defying compositions highlight his fearless approach to music. His endorsements include prestigious brands like Aristides Guitars, Elixir Strings, and Bare Knuckle Pickups. Additionally, Tom is a sought-after clinician and speaker, focusing on creativity, music production, and musician's mental health, as well as being at the forefront of spatial audio and 360-degree audio production.

In a significant development in early 2024, Fountainhead, now branded under the name CHANGELING for his new project and album, signed with the label Season of Mist. This venture marks a new chapter in Tom's career, amplifying his visionary approach to music. Accompanied by an all-star band featuring members from Fear Factory, Alkaloid, and Virvum, the project CHANGELING showcases a 60-minute concept album that takes all aspects of Tom’s artistry to new heights.

The album, sharing its name with the project, blends progressive metal, death metal, jazz/fusion, and world music, enriched with complex orchestrations by a 50-piece ensemble of guest musicians. It includes the eagerly anticipated "Part 2" to his renowned composition "Weltseele," an orchestral metal epic from Obscura’s billboard-chart-entering "Akroasis" album, which broadly introduced Fountainhead to the metal community in 2016.

Booking Contact:
thefountainhead@gmx.net

Follow Fountainhead & Changeling:
Website:http://www.thefountainhead.de
Facebook:http://facebook.com/tomfountainheadgeldschlaeger
Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/tomfountainhead
Bandcamp:http://www.thefountainhead.bandcamp.com
YouTube:http://www.youtube.com/fountainheadtv

Photo by Natalia Kempin

GRAIN OF PAIN - Shares Brand New Lyric Video for "Can't Be Fallen"!

Finnish doom metal act GRAIN OF PAIN has unveiled a lyric video for the track "Can't Be Fallen", featured on the band's latest album The Moon Lights The Way, officially released via Noble Demon on May 31.

Mastermind Timo Solonen on the song and its meaning: "Even if you get beaten up all the time and hit the ground, you can get up. Never give up. Persistence can be a good thing sometimes. This is a bit different tune but it’s good to break the pattern. Lars brought energy to the chorus. Simple lead melody had been haunting me for ages and I just had to get it out.

Listen to the full album HERE

Led by Timo Solonen, GRAIN OF PAIN's musical style merges dark, emotional melodies with powerful, guttural vocals. The band's lineup boasts a stellar cast of musicians, including Timo Solonen on vocals and guitars, Juho Räihä on guitars, Lars Eikind on bass and clean vocals, Juuso Raatikainen on drums, and Sini Pajunen contributing captivating vocals. Taka Eliel's backing growls enrich the band's dark sound.

GRAIN OF PAIN's sound is characterized by intense emotional depth, drawing inspiration from various influences to craft a unique blend of dark atmospheres and powerful melodies. The band's dedication has been recognized, with Lars Eikind winning the prestigious Spellemannsprisen award in Norway, and Juho Räihä and Juuso Raatikainen receiving Finnish Grammy nominations alongside Swallow the Sun.

The Moon Lights The Way is available digitally via Noble Demon.

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Falling In Reverse's "Popular Monster" Is The No. 1 Rock Album // Jelly Roll Joins Band On Stage

FALLING IN REVERSE's juggernaut of a new album POPULAR MONSTER is the #1No. 1 rock record in the U.S. and beyond.

The album's first first week consumption totaled 30,929 units. It has accumulated 1.96 billion global streams to date, with U.S. sales totaling of over 723,000 album units — it's well on its way to platinum certification.

The key U.S. charts are below.
 
#1 Current Rock Albums
#1 Current Hard Music Albums
#1 Independent Albums
#1 Current Alternative Albums
#1 Record Label Independent Current Albums
  
Additionally, Jelly Roll joined the band for onstage during its current headline tour for a rousing rendition of their No. 1 smash "All My Life" on Sunday, August 25 in Salt Lake City. They performed in front of 15,000 rabid fans at Falling In Reverse's largest headline show played to date. The song has been No. 1 for several weeks at rock radio and is working its way up the alternative charts. TechN9ne, who features on "RONALD," also joined the band live. See photos below.

Forbes said it best — "Ronnie Radke stands as one of this generations most revered rock frontmen, and maybe even one of scene's last true rock stars." And he has the numbers to prove it. 

Let is be known — we are experiencing Ronnie Radke's mic drop moments.

FALLING IN REVERSE ON TOUR:
WITH BLACK VEIL BRIDES, DANCE GAVIN DANCE, + TECH N9NE:
8/27 — Albuquerque, NM — Isleta Amphitheater
8/29 — Irving, TX — The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory^
8/30 — Houston, TX — The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman^
9/1 — Alpharetta, GA — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre^
9/2 — Charlotte, NC — Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre^
9/4 — Raleigh, NC — Red Hat Amphitheater^
9/6 — Bristow, VA — Jiffy Lube Live^
9/7 — Scranton, PA — The Pavilion at Montage Mountain^
9/9 — Boston, MA — Leader Bank Pavilion^
9/10 — Buffalo, NY — Darien Lake Amphitheater^
9/12 — Burgettstown, PA — The Pavilion at Star Lake^
9/13 — Holmdel, NJ — PNC Bank Arts Center^
9/15 — Sterling Heights, MI — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre^
9/16 — Indianapolis, IN — Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park^
9/17 — Chicago, IL — Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island^
9/20 — Franklin, TN — FirstBank Amphitheater^
9/21 — St Louis, MO — Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre^
9/23 — Denver, CO — The JunkYard^
9/25 — Phoenix, AZ — Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre^
9/26 — Los Angeles, CA — Kia Forum^ 
^With Jeris Johnson

MAYHEM Announces Special 40th Anniversary Tour in North America

True Norwegian black metal stalwarts MAYHEM are set to commemorate their 40th anniversary with a series of exclusive performances in six cities across North America this November! The unique production will decimate theaters in Montreal, QC, Toronto, ON, Queens, NY, Chicago, IL, Los Angeles, CA and Denver, CO from November 12-23. The full itinerary can be found below!

Local pre-sales will start on Thursday, August 29 @ 1:00 PM EDT/10:00 AM PDT with the general on sale launching on Friday, August 30 @ 10:00 A.M. local time. Tickets will be made available HERE.

Mayhem’s 40th anniversary show promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for fans, featuring a setlist that spans their illustrious career, from their groundbreaking debut album, 'Deathcrush,' to present day. This concert will celebrate the band’s legacy over four decades of musical evolution and boundary-pushing performances. 

This electrifying live performance showcases a retrospective of Mayhem’s 40-year career as pioneers of black metal and will include rare footage and iconic photos.

Formed in 1984 in Norway, Mayhem has been at the forefront of the black metal scene, known for their controversial history, groundbreaking music, and unparalleled live performances. Over the years, they have cemented their status as one of the most influential bands in extreme metal, continually pushing the boundaries of the genre.

Now, as Mayhem reflects on their 40 year legacy, they celebrate their triumphs over tribulations and tragedy with a-never-before-seen performance, featuring their biggest production yet and other special surprises! When this seminal year concludes, Mayhem will lay this special production to rest, so this is the only time fans will have to experience this celebratory and rare era of the godfathers of black metal.

Mayhem XXXX North American Dates:

11/12: Montreal, QC @ Olympia

11/15: Toronto, ON @ The Concert Hall

11/17: Queens, NY @ Knockdown Center

11/18: Chicago, IL @ The Vic Theater

11/21: Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern

11/23: Denver, CO @ Ogden Theater

Lineup:

Necrobutcher – Bass

Hellhammer – Drums

Attila – Vocals

Teloch – Guitar

Ghul – Guitar

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George Strait’s COWBOYS AND DREAMERS Heads to 87 Indie Record Stores Ahead of 9/6 Release

Indie record stores nationwide are celebrating George Strait’s forthcoming 31st studio record, Cowboys And Dreamers, with 87 locations across the country hosting listening events on Wednesday, September 4 – two-days prior to the album’s release on Friday, Sept. 6. See below or visit recordstoreday.com for full store, city and state details.

Produced by Chuck Ainlay, who has been mixing Strait records since 1985, Tony Brown (Strait’s 1993’s Easy Come, Easy Go; 2008’s Troubadour) and Strait, the album’s title comes from a song penned by Jessie Jo Dillon, Keith Gattis and Bubba Strait. “I thought I should name the whole album Cowboys And Dreamers as I feel like the last of a dying breed, trying to find where I fit,” Strait offers of the song that opens with ‘Some days I feel like the last of a dying breed, Trying to find where I fit; Somewhere between high on top of the world, And fighting with calling it quits.’ While the Keith Gattis reaffirming “I Wish I Could Say” offers, ‘Wish I could tell you how the world ain’t ended, And how it’s all going to be ok.’

Timeless, just like the Texas troubadour.

The follow-up to Honky Tonk Time Machine, Strait’s 27th No. 1 Billboard Country album, Cowboys And Dreamers features 13 new songs, including three already released tracks -- “Three Drinks Behind,” “MIA Down in MIA” and “The Little Things” -- as well as “Honky Tonk Hall Of Fame” featuring Chris Stapleton and Strait’s rendition of Waylon Jennings’ “Waymore’s Blues.” All making appearances in his live set, Strait has one final show in 2024, supersizing his long-standing “Strait to Vegas” show at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium to mark the 37th installment of the engagement with Chris Stapleton and special guests Little Big Town.

 
Pre-save/pre-add Cowboys And Dreamers, HERE.

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Kenny Chesney Closes Out Gillette #3 With Heart; 183,224

For night three of Kenny Chesney’s Sun Goes Down 2024 Tour at Gillette Stadium, the eight-time Entertainer of the Year played it straight-up, delivering a sweeping set that spanned his career. Now something of making summer official tradition, Chesney’s 22nd, 23rd and 24th shows at the home of the New England Patriots since 2005 – with three years off during the COVID shutdown – were wide-open love letters to how people live, finding the best outlook on any given situation, love, life and joy. And Chesney’s final show delivered on those notions with a lot of heart and passion.
 
“The last night is always so hard,” Chesney said, “because you’ve shared so many things over a few months… You get close, you have fun, and you live. But this year, this tour has been even more so because every single person who came to see us brought just as much heart to the shows as my road family and I brought. It was something you could feel everywhere we went.”
 
That palpability was present on “Boston,” performed with the lights all the way up. The love song to a free spirit tending bar who chased her dream, the song represents the soul of so many in New England, and Chesney let the audience take the final chorus, nodding approvingly as No Shoes Nation sang their own song with real embrace. The unprecedented third night’s sold-out crowd also took “Boys of Fall” as their own – singing the last chorus on their own – while film of Tom Brady, the various Patriots and coaches flashed on the screens around the stage.
 
Uncle Kracker received his biggest response of the three nights, bouncing down the T for the six-week No. 1 “When the Sun Goes Down,” and the audience raised their voices to “Drift Away,” it was a reprise of Kracker’s solo “Follow Me” that again had the audience singing at the top of their lungs. Clearly a favorite, it was a moment of fellowship that delighted the crowd.
 
“It really felt like No Shoes Nation came to sing,” Chesney marveled. “These songs were their life, too, and they were going to sing them back to us. I felt like I was seeing – and hearing – everything we played in another dimension because I could hear all those lives in their voices.”
 
Megan Moroney, whose pranks have “owned” the weekend, tamed it down to wearing a “Best Summer Ever” on the front t-shirt, with “We <3 Kenny” on the back. Her cavorting during “All The Pretty Girls” and “She Thinks My Tractor’s Sexy” matches Chesney's own high-energy performance. But it was her own “Am I Okay” that saw the crowd finding a whole new level.
 
“Watching Megan really come into her power this summer has been one of the best things I’ve seen in a long time,” Chesney allowed. “She is a triple threat writer/singer/performer – and she’s found the space she wants to work from. Mark my words: she’s here for the duration.”
 
Dropping a free-form take on Steve Miller’s “The Joker” into Bob Marley’s “Three Little Birds,” Chesney loosened up the playlist and worked from a place of maximum positivity. “Young,” “American Kids,” “Save It For A Rainy Day,” and “Get Along” delivered a gospel of seeking joy.
 
Presented by Blue Chair Bay Rum®, the Sun Goes Down Tour more than delivered.
 

“...because everything gets hotter when the sun goes down...”

Unique Legion US Tour 2024 feat. Crown Magnetar, Extermination Dismemberment, Extortionist, Larcenia Roe & Atoll

Unique Leader Records have announced the line up for the 2024 iteration of their infamous Unique Legion US tour. Featuring an array of the finest and most brutal bands from the underworld of heavy music, the tour is a 'can't-miss' for those with their finger firmly planted on the pulse of the underground and is set to be one of *the* tours of the year. Headlining this year's run will be the unrelenting and rapidly rising force that is Crown Magnetar, joining them will be Extermination Dismemberment and Extortionist with Larcenia Roe and Atoll both playing select dates throughout the tour and local openers joining the bill in each city.

Tickets to this extravaganza of extreme went on sale Wednesday, August 21st from Uniqueleader.com. Full routing is below:

UNIQUE LEGION US TOUR 2024



Sat Nov 09 -Colorado Springs, CO -Black Sheep

Sun Nov 10 - Salt Lake City, UT - Urban

Tue Nov 12 - Seattle, WA - Funhouse @ El Corazon

Wed Nov 13 - Portland, OR - Hawthorne

Fri Nov 15 - Sacramento, CA - Goldfield

Sat Nov 16 - Anaheim, CA - Chain Reaction

Sun Nov 17 - San Diego, CA - Soma Side Stage

Tue Nov 19 - Dallas, TX - RBC

Wed Nov 20 - San Antonio, TX - The Rock Box

Thu Nov 21 - Houston, TX - White Oak

Fri Nov 22 - New Orleans, LA - Parish @ HOB

Sun Nov 24 - West Palm, FL - Respectables

Mon Nov 25 - Orlando, FL - Conduit

Tue Nov 26 - Tampa, FL - Crowbar

Wed Nov 27 - Atlanta, GA - Masquerade

Fri Nov 29 - Nashville, TN - The End

Sat Nov 30 - Columbia, SC - New Brookland Tavern

Sun Dec 01 - Greensboro, NC - Hangar 1819

Mon Dec 02 - Richmond, VA - Canal Club

Tue Dec 03 - Baltimore, MD - Metro

Wed Dec 04 - Mechanicsburg, PA - Lovedrafts

Thu Dec 05 - Philadelphia, PA - Kung Fu Neck Tie

Fri Dec 06 - Brooklyn, NY - Meadows

Sat Dec 07 - Hartford, CT - Webster

Sun Dec 08 - Cambridge, MA - Middle East Upstairs

Tue Dec 10 - Syracuse, NY - Song & Dance

Wed Dec 11 - Buffalo, NY - Rec Room

Thu Dec 12 - Cleveland, OH - Jester’s Lounge

Fri Dec 13 - Indianapolis, IN - Hoosier Dome

Sat Dec 14 - Chicago, IL - Cobra Lounge

Sun Dec 15 - Detroit, MI - Sanctuary

Mon Dec 16 - St. Louis, MO - Red Flag

Tue Dec 17 - Kansas City, KS - Bottleneck

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Spinefarm Signs GORE. + Band Shares "Babylon" Video

SPINEFARM is pleased to announce the signing of GORE. — vocalist Haley Roughton, guitarist Alex Reyes, and bassist Devin Birchfield — to the global roster.

The band will release the A Bud That Never Blooms EP on October 24. Pre-order it here.

The EP was produced by Miserable Productions, with Ben McGuiness and Caleb Freihaut serving as co-producers. The EP was mixed by Cody Stewart.

Today, the band has also shared the video for "Babylon," its debut single for its new label home.

Watch the video below.

"'Babylon' is about my desire to have a pure, somewhat traditional love," offers Roughton, laying her emotional cards face up on the table. "The dream of having a strong and loving husband, with children and an unconditionally loving home being the center of my universe (and is what I felt I lacked in my childhood). Through the years, and all of the relationships I have failed to sustain, that dream has yet to come true. This song is the eulogy of that dream. In other words, 'Babylon' is the action of putting that dream of being a wife and a mother to rest, for now."

Regarding the accompanying visual, Roughton shares, "The music video uses religious imagery to depict the dream for a pure, unconditional love that is slowly dying. In the video, the pastor can be seen as everything that causes a relationship to fail — ego, external pressure from others, unhealed inner wounds — even the other person in the relationship. The pastor is seen slowly killing the woman with the dream by holding her underwater, while she is seen crying and begging for the life she wants. From the action of killing her emerges a creature that is completely stripped of hope and innocence. The sludgy, disturbing human-like being can be seen as a symbol of cynicism, resentment and vengeance."

Gore. will embark on a slate of tour dates supporting Within the Ruins in October. All dates are below.

GORE. ON TOUR:
WITH WITHIN THE RUINS:
10/9 — Lubbock, TX — Jake's
10/10 — Denver, CO — Roxy Theater
10/11 — Oklahoma City, OK — 89th Street
10/12 — Dallas, TX — RBC
10/13 — San Antonio, TX — Vibes Underground

ABOUT GORE.:
Haley Roughton leads the charge in Gore., a band that brings a distinctly feminine perspective to the heavy music scene. Debuted in 2023 with guitarist Alex Reyes and bassist Devin Birchfield, the Texas-based trio quickly made waves with their emotionally raw and unapologetically vulnerable sound. Their recent signing to Spinefarm solidifies their place in the industry.
 
Gore.'s A Bud That Never Blooms EP is a deeply personal exploration of the complexities of femininity. Tracks like "Babylon" confront the painful realities of womanhood, while "Doomsday" reflects on the desensitization to violence and suffering in today's world. Roughton's vocals range from delicate, emotive cleans to fierce, guttural growls, capturing the duality of strength and vulnerability that defines the band’s music. Gore. count members of Motionless in White, Flyleaf, and Papa Roach, among others, as fans.
 
Recorded at Miserable Productions Studios and co-produced by Ben McGuiness and Caleb Freihaut, the EP embodies what Roughton calls "emotional gore." It's an embrace of the raw, unfiltered aspects of life, particularly from a female perspective. With plans for more music in 2025, Gore. is poised to continue challenging norms and expressing the full spectrum of feminine experience through their powerful sound.

Skid Row Share Video For "Piece Of Me" (Live In London)

Skid Row and earMUSIC share "Piece of Me," the second single and video from Live In London, their first official live album and concert film. earMUSIC will release the concert (which took place on October 24, 2022, at London's O2 Forum Kentish Town) as a 2LP set and CD/DVD digipack worldwide on September 20.

"Piece of Me (Live in London)" is a fiery rendition of a standout track from Skid Row's multi-platinum debut album, captured in front of an electrified, sold-out audience. This blazing performance is just one track from the live album that Skid Row fans — both old and new — have been waiting over 35 years for, and this show, in this instant, is exactly what they've delivered.

"Like our heroes before us, Skid Row has always taken great pride in delivering a high energy, in your face live show. We're very excited to finally have a live album as a snapshot of that approach to performing, and we couldn't think of a better place than London! Cheers to all our fans who help create these shows with us!," says Rob Hammersmith

When Skid Row took to the stage that night, they captured lightning in a bottle. Live in London, the album and film, showcase unforgettable, definitive performances of their timeless classics, including "18 and Life," "Monkey Business," and "I Remember You," as well as new fan favorites like "Time Bomb" and "Tear It Down" from their critically acclaimed, Nick Raskulinecz[produced album The Gang's All Here.

Skid Row crossed the Atlantic to find a fierce crowd awaiting the power of a band truly committed to rock 'n' roll, past present and future. Live In London is a classic live album from a band that continues to innovate, grow and fire up audiences around the globe. 

PRE-ORDER AND PRE-SAVE THE ALBUM NOW ON VINYL, CD, AND ALL DIGITAL FORMATS HERE

FORMATS:
Digital, CD/DVD Digipak, 2LP Gatefold (black, 180gr, Gatefold)

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