ANCIIENTS Premiere New Album on YouTube

Listen to the JUNO Award winners new album a day early

"An obvious prog metal masterpiece" - Blabbermouth

"It's a welcome return from a band still at the top of their game" - Exclaim!

"A pure hit, a solid 10/10 and will no doubt be summiting many people's album of the year lists" - Everything is Noise

"Imagine the strongest moments of Voice Of The Void (“Ibex Eye”) and Heart Of Oak (“Raise the Sun”) and you’ll have an idea of what Beyond The Reach Of The Sun is like: nearly an hour of top-notch progressive metal" - Heavy Music HQ (Album of the Week)

"Every note seems calculated, and each track interconnected, but yet the album breathes, and deeply. This is indeed a new pinnacle of Progressive Metal, and the band carries that flag high" - Metal Temple (10/10)

"Anciients are probably the most talented prog band out there" - Metal Bite(10/10)

When Anciients learned they'd won the 2018 JUNO for Metal/Hard Rock, the hard-hitting Canucks had just woken up in Vienna with eyes still caked in sludge after another blazing show on their headlining tour of Europe. The road to their new album has been longer and harder than anyone could've expected. But after six years of soul searching in the Canadian wilderness, at long last, the band have returned to the summit of progressive metal with the heavy, heady and heartfelt Beyond the Reach of the Sun.

"A release that lives up to the hype and exceeds expectations" Blabbermouth continues. "Anciients have come back in a big way". 

Beyond the Reach of the Sun comes out tomorrow, Friday, August 30th, but you can hear all 10 mind-opening songs today by listening to the full album stream on the Season of Mist YouTube channel. 

Listen to Beyond the Reach of the Sun BELOW

Pre-order & Stream

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Ask any hard rock enthusiast about Anciients and their shock and awe might lead you to believe they were describing Big Foot. The band left a sizable imprint on the metal scene after just two albums, but then seemingly disappeared without a trace. So what led them to go into hibernation?

“Basically, right after Voice of the Void was recorded my wife had our first kid”, says Kenny Cook, who on top of vocal and guitar duties handles the bulk of the songwriting. “She ended up having heart complications and almost died”. Everyone is happy and healthy now, but caring for his wife and new baby put a lot of stress on the typically laid-back front man’s mountainous shoulders. “It was a bit of a road”.

Beyond the Reach of the Sun also emerges from the shadows. The album follows the story of a society that's enslaved by evil forces from an alternate dimension. "A distant memory of hope", Cook sings on its epic, eight-minute opener. His cleans gently sail amidst cosmic synth smears, only to dig deep into the pit of his death growl as "Forbidden Sanctuary" meets a fiery end of blast beats and face-melting chugs. "Die by the sword / Or be reborn". 

Lineup
Kenny Cook (vocals, guitar)
Mike Hannay (drums) 
Brock MacInnes (rhythm guitar)
Rory O'Brien (bass)

Guest musicians
Justin Hagberg plays keyboard on "Forbidden Sanctuary", "Is It Your God", "Melt the Crown", "Candescence", "In the Absence of Wisdom".

Jess Gander plays synths on "Candescence" and "Cloak of the Vast and Black".

Recording studio
Rain City Recorders

Producer / sound engineer
Jesse Gander
Assisted by Szymon Wojciech

Mastering studio and engineer
Stu McKillop @ Rain City Mastering

Mixing studio and engineer
Jesse Gander Rain City Recorders

Cover artwork artist 
Adam Burke @ Nightjar Illustrations

Bio
Kevin Stewart-Panko

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THE NEVERLAND EXPRESS + CALEB JOHNSON PERFORMING MUSIC FROM ROCKY HORROR LIVE FROM CLEVELAND DROPS ON SEPTEMBER 6TH FROM DEKO ENTERTAINMENT

The Neverland Express + Caleb Johnson is following up their 2023 release Paradise Found: Bat Out Of Hell Reignited with a new, live EP that captures an electrifying performance of classic tracks from the The Rocky Horror Picture Show. The band line-up is Andy Ascolese (keys & bv), Ed Avila (bass & bv), Kiley Baxter (vocals), Paul Crook (gtr), Randy Flowers (gtr & bv), Caleb Johnson (vocals), Lyssa Lynne (vocals), and John Miceli (drums).

This Limited-Edition EP was produced and mixed by Meat Loaf’s long time record producer, music director, guitarist, Paul Crook. As Crook states, “I love Rocky Horror. I have some unique affiliations. Obviously, the first being Meat Loaf. Watching my Boss perform “Hot Patootie”, crashing through a wall on a motorcycle while looking like a zombified version of Elvis Presley is a highlight. It’s amazing that anyone could steal focus away from Tim Curry, but Meat pulled it off for me. His scene comes to my mind first when I think of The Rocky Horror Picture Show.Another affiliation is Sebastian Bach. Our friendship goes back about 30 years in which I toured and recorded with him for several years after his departure from Skid Row. Sebastian handled the role of RIFF RAFF in the 2001 Broadway production. He was great, very entertaining and his voice worked well for the character. My third affiliation now, is this new EP”

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Caleb Johnson is the winner of American Idol season 13 and he delivers his own unique stamp on these classics. As Johnson states, “I have always been a huge fan of the Rocky Horror Picture Show. Putting my own spin on these timeless songs has been a total blast! We really wanted to take these songs to more of a hard rock place and sonically it sounds huge! Excited for everyone to hear these live recordings. It definitely harkens back to the original live cast recording from the Roxy”. As Crook continues, We are excited to perform these songs for the first time in the UK on The Never Stop Rocking Tour. Here are the dates:

• Fri, Sep 13 Symphony Hall, CBSO Centre, Berkley Street, Birmingham
• Sat, Sep 14 Indigo At London O2, Peninsula Square, London
• Sun, Sep 15 Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley Street, Manchester
• Tue, Sep 17 O2 City Hall, Northumberland Road, Newcastle
• Wed Sep 18 Pavillion Theatre 121 Renfield Street Glasgow
• Fri, Sep 20 The Forum, St James Parade, Bath
• Sat, Sep 21 O2 GuildHall, W Marlands Rd, Southhampton
• Sun, Sep 22 Corn Exchange, Wheeler Street, CB2 3QB, Cambridge

We will continue performing these songs in the following North American cities as part of our BAT OUT OF HELLOWEEN show:

• Thu, Oct 10 Suffolk Theatre, Riverhead, NY
• Thu, Oct 17 Smith Center, Geneva, NY
• Fri, Oct 18 The Paramount , Middletown, NY
• Sat, Oct 19 Preservation Hall, Saratoga Springs, NY
• Fri, Oct 25 The Grand Theatre, Wausau, WI

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The Metal Injection Festival Announces Labor Day Ticket Sale; Ft. JINJER, CONVERGE, GOD FORBID, 3 INCHES OF BLOOD, HANABIE + More

THE METAL INJECTION FESTIVAL

Launches Labor Day Ticket Sale;

Ft. JINJER, CONVERGE, GOD FORBID, 3 INCHES OF BLOOD, HANABIE + More!

31 bands, 3 stages + 2 days of rock and metal that runs the gamut between death metal, djent, metal core, hardcore, doom, rock, gothic metal, thrash, industrial, slam and more!

Taking place in Brooklyn, NY at Meadows and Brooklyn Monarch from September 21-22, 2024!

Single day tickets now available in addition to 2-day passes!

The full lineup is as follows:

Saturday, September 21:

Jinjer 

God Forbid (NY Reunion) 

Hanabie

Revocation

Born of Osiris 

Gost

Pallid Veil (Commissioned World Debut)

Wretched

Carbomb

Johnny Booth

Uncured

Jesus Wept (First NY show ever)

Hue (First NY show ever) 

Vermin Dog

Hath

Cognitive

Fellahin Fall

Sunday, September 22:

Converge

3IOB (East Coast Reunion)

Cave In (Special Acoustic Set) 

Rivers of Nihil

Oceans Of Slumber

Goatwhore

Body Box

The Phantom Eye

Vitriol

Necrofier

Lamacchia

Del Judas

Genocide Pact

Shock Withdrawal

The festival will also include lots of surprises, giveaways, vendors and more across the weekend.

For every ticket sold, $1 will be donated to Headbang for Science, an annual scholarship award for high school seniors, undergrads & grad students who are pursuing a career in healthcare and/or the physical sciences. It’s the first scholarship foundation to directly provide financial aid to “Metalheads,” and was founded by SiriusXM curator/host and former Pharmacy grad student Jose “Metal Ambassador” Mangin in 2021.   

More information can be found via the official Metal Injection website HERE.

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OCEANS - Release Video For New Single 'Spit'

OCEANS release their latest single 'Spit' as part of their third studio album. Just under a month before the release of their new long-player HAPPY, the German nu-metallers give a further impression of what kind of force can be expected. The new single is accompanied by a music video that directly conveys the raw and gritty vibe that OCEANS is known for bringing to their fans when playing live. Watch the new music video for 'Spit' below.

Timo Rotten comments: 
"Sometimes life sucks and you just want to shred everything to pieces. At that exact moment, we wrote 'SPIT'. Have fun with that one. It’s perfect for cleaning your house, working out, or smashing a car with a baseball bat.”

Stream the new single here: 
https://oceans.bfan.link/spit

Pre-order/pre-save the new album HAPPY here: 
https://oceans.bfan.link/happy

About:
Germany’s Nu Death powerhouse OCEANS are back with unprecedented ferocity since their debut EP in 2018. Brace yourself for their third album HAPPY, a colossal juggernaut that once again showcases the band's ability to seamlessly fuse Nu Metal, Death Metal and Post Rock into their own signature sound. The days of subtle introversion seem to be over. As the world faces one crisis after another, OCEANS are channeling their frustration at the state of the world into a bold statement against the influence of social media on society, while staying true to their mission of promoting mental health awareness. This band has never sounded as angry as they do now, and these 11 songs are impressive proof of how well that emotion suits them. Surely this is also what convinced Australia's finest, keyboardist MISSTIQ and Josh Collard from EARTH CALLER, to take part as feature artists on two tracks. OCEANS ’previous album Hell Is Where The Heart Is put the band on the road with international acts like BLIND CHANNEL in 2022, as well as supporting ANNISOKAY in 2024. It’s safe to say that HAPPY will ignite massive mosh pits on their upcoming extensive European tour with SEPTICFLESH in October 2024.

OCEANS is:
Timo Rotten | vocals, guitar
Patrick Zarske | guitar
Thomas Winkelmann | bass
J.F. Grill | drums

InTheosis (Feat. Members of Extol) Share "Purge(d)"

InTheosis is the brainchild of Norwegian Grammy-nominated Extol vocalist, Peter Espevoll, and Australian Gold producer Jon Reichardt. On paper it would seem like an unlikely fit, as the two have found success in very different musical genres, but in reality the collaboration makes perfect sense. 

Today, they have shared their second single "Purge(d)" at Outburn.

Watch + listen below.

"Peter and I wanted to do something heavy and straightforward," says Reichardt. "I had been listening to a lot of Spiritbox's and Northlane's more recent releases and wanted to hone in on combining the heavy low-tuned guitars with synths and big drums. Thematically, we drew from the biblical idea that all must pass through a metaphorical fire in order to be cured from the traumas and darkness we face and carry in this life. We'll all be 'purged' one day."

He continues, "While 'Mysteria' displays versatility, 'Purge(d)' is a heavy, groove-oriented modern metal track with a big melodic hook. We wanted listeners to hear early on that although we have some prog elements in several of our songs, this project very much embraces pop sensibilities and simplicity if the song calls for it. We hope fans enjoy 'Purge(d)' and get some head-banging out of their system!"

The band previously shared the debut single "MYSTERIA" over at New Noise. Listen here. 

Despite living on opposite sides of the globe, the two have more in common than most.  Both are third culture kids having faced years of complex trauma respectively. Both experienced music as tormenter and healer. Both are learning how to live with the scars of the past, hoping to create meaning and solidarity from suffering.  InTheosis is the musical representation of this journey as the two find solace in the ancient and sacred, but also the dissonant and jaded. Everything will be made beautiful in its time.

Vulvodynia Unleashes New Music Video for "The Randlord" from Critically Acclaimed Album 'Entabeni'

South African slamming deathcore giants Vulvodynia have unleashed the official music video for their hard-hitting track "The Randlord," taken from their latest album 'Entabeni,' released earlier this summer via Unique Leader Records. Watch the official video below.

"The Randlord" is a sonic onslaught that showcases Vulvodynia’s brutal yet technically excellent approach to extreme metal. The track dives into the darker aspects of South Africa's history, with a title that references the magnates who exploited the country's gold and diamond resources in the late 19th century. The accompanying video is as intense as the track itself, featuring live footage from various stops on the band's recent US run with Fallujah, using the the pure, unadulterated ferocity of the Vulvodynia live experience to backdrop the theme of the track.

Vulvodynia vocalist Lwandile Prusent comments on the release:

“The Randlord is written from the perspective of a wealthy, glutinous, maniacal, narcissist who has discovered that mass monetary gain directly coincides with absolute positions of power. The concept is based on the European financiers and capitalists who took control of the diamond and gold mining industries in South Africa from the late 1800s.

We wanted the vibe of this track to have a certain braggadocious swagger whilst simultaneous showcasing the brainwashed perspective of the citizens that have turned into devoted followers of The Rand Lord. 

During our most recent North American tour with Fallujah we filmed all the footage of this video in various venues to multiple amazing crowds. After the release of this video we are set to hit the road once again this September and bring our live show to Australia and New Zealand.”

"Randlord" is the latest single from 'Entabeni,' an album that has been heralded as Vulvodynia’s most ambitious and cohesive work to date. The record is deeply rooted in African folklore and history, exploring the intersection of myth and reality through the lens of extreme metal. Earning multiple 9/10 reviews from the like of Ghost Cult Magazine who state "To say the record is “heavy” is insulting. Vulvodynia don’t do heavy, they do “massive enough that it would exceed the maximum capacity for modern elevators.”, New Transcendence, who call the album " A lesson in savagery from start to finish," and claim that "Vulvodynia have brought to the world one of the few can’t-miss records of 2024.” Dead Rhetoric who assert that "Entabeni is an easy nod for the strongest extreme metal release of the year."

Reflecting on the album’s significance, Vulvodynia states,

“Entabeni is a very important album for us, it sees us at crossroads in our career. We’ve fully embraced the idea of writing as a collective, exploring every member’s ideas, experiences and formed them all together to create what we think is our most ambitious album yet. We wanted to explore the concept of African folklore on this album and based a lot of the songs off of old stories found in poems, books and even through word of mouth from our vocalist Lwandile’s older family members.”

Having just finished a huge and successful US tour with Fallujah, Vulvodynia now set their sights on decimating venues across Asia, Australia and New Zealand next month. For tickets and further info head HERE.

ABOUT VULVODYNIA

Formed in Durban, South Africa, Vulvodynia has rapidly ascended the ranks of the global metal scene with their crushing blend of deathcore and slam. Known for their ferocity and technical skill, the band has garnered a dedicated following and critical acclaim for their relentless approach to both music and live performance. 'Entabeni,' their latest album, is a bold step forward, weaving together the band's signature brutality with deep cultural narratives drawn from African heritage.

Maryland Guitarist Wes Anderson Releases New Single "Goodbye" featuring Stephen Richards of Taproot

Maryland guitarist Wes Anderson will release his new single "Goodbye" featuring TAPROOT vocalist Stephen Richards this Friday, August 30th on all digital platforms, in collaboration with THC MUSIC (Taproot, American Head Charge, Simon Says).

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Says Anderson, "I've been a massive Taproot fan for literally decades, and pretty much grew up on them. Working with Stephen on this is a huge notch on the belt for me, and he absolutely brought his "A" game to this song. I've always loved his ability to seamlessly go from beautiful harmonies to guttural screams in the same phrase, and this song showcases that rare ability. Very rarely do I get a vocalist on a song that is so involved and excited about a project. I think it's a special song, and I can't wait for the world to hear it."

"Goodbye" follows up Anderson's June release of the Reggae-tinged rocker "Heads Are Gonna Roll", featuring Skindred vocalist Benji Webbe, with founding Alien Ant Farm bassist Tye Zamora, and drummer Donald Spangler (Ballyhoo!).

As former lead guitarist for Shanghai Superstars (2010 - 2012), Fiction 20 Down (2012 - 2015), Big Infinite (2015 - 2018 ), and now releasing music and performing as a solo artist, Wes Anderson has nearly 30 years as a touring and performing musician, building a reputation as a solo artist with collaborations with P-Nut (311), Jahred Gomes (Hed P.E.) and many more, spanning multiple genres and collaborators on each track, all of which start out with Wes and a guitar, and, through collaboration, take on a new life of their own.

“Heads” marked the first new Hard Rock track for Anderson since 2021’s “Out The Way”, which featured vocals from (hed) P.E. vocalist Jahred Gomes. In addition to Metal, Funk, and Punk-infused Rock bangers, Wes is also a producer and multi-instrumentalist cranking out recent and upcoming hip-hop collaborations with The Kaleidoscope Kid, Kosha Dillz, MC Bravado, ¡Mayday!, and the incomparable Madalen Duke.

With nearly 30,000 monthly listeners on Spotify and several independent single, EP, and LP releases charting on iTunes, national touring, major endorsements from companies like Dean Markley Stringsand Paul Reed Smith, and a Maryland Breakout Artist of the Year award, it is clear Wes has the talent, drive, and vision to take his music to the masses.

After a decade plus hiatus, TAPROOT released their long-awaited album SCSSRS in 2023, and are performing at Louder than Life and Aftershock Festivals later in 2024.

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Pete International Airport (The Dandy Warhols' Peter G. Holmström) shares 'Sea of Eyes', loaded taste of new EP

Portland-based Pete International Airport presents the new single 'Sea of Eyes' featuring vocalist Alexander Hackett of Montreal dream-gaze outfit Pang Attack. This is the first offering from PIA's new 'Sea of Eyes' EP, set for release in November via cult label Little Cloud Records, accompanied by an intriguing shadow-dance video, directed by Francesca Bonci.

Pete International Airport revolves around Peter G. Holmström of The Dandy Warhols and Sun Atoms, whose sonic vision takes us on a meticulously crafted psychedelic journey into the dark heart of electronic rock. Named after a Dandies song, this project nails the elusive aesthetic of unexpected yet inviting sound art. PIA's quest to build immersive soundscapes that are also timeless songs is successful, in part, due to Holmström’s uncanny ability to curate and his penchant for dropping collaborators into challenging creative spaces—both virtual and actual—then letting them duke it out.

The 'Sea of Eyes' EP consists of five tracks that are rooted in PIA's third album 'It Felt Like The End of the World', released in late 2023 - all five of them co-authored with and featuring vocals by Alexander Hackett.

"'Sea Of Eyes' was one of the first tracks that got started for 'It Felt Like The End Of The World'. I tried to invent my own guitar tuning (CGCGCD). Of course, someone had done it before, but I got a cool chord sequence that felt good to play for 5+ minutes.  I tried adding a chorus, but it never felt right, so that became the Outro," explains Peter G. Holmström.

"I had been obsessing on The Cure’s 'Fascination Street' (especially the bass line) and my first attempt at something similar ended up sounding like Simon Gallup goes dub. The other part of the attempt became the Bass VI melody. Daniel Sparks added an amazing modular synth “trumpet” sound that captured perfectly the claustrophobic atmosphere of the pandemic."

'Sea of Eyes' EP pre-order  https://peteinternationalairport.bandcamp.com/album/sea-of-eyes

Just as the latest album, the 'Sea of Eyes' EP was mixed by Jeremy Sherrer at Spooky Electric Co. (Modest Mouse, The Shins, The Dandy Warhols), this EP was mastered by Dave Coley at Elysian Mastering. While most tracks were recorded at Holmström’s Air Traffic Control studio in Portland, all drums were recorded at The Trench Studios by Gregg Williams, who engineered The Dandy Warhols’ albums ‘13 Tales From Urban Bohemia’ and ‘Odditorium or Warlords of Mars’.

"I really wanted to showcase Alexander Hackett’s vocal and lyrical contributions to my record so, using the excuse of a video for 'Sea of Eyes' to release an EP of remixes seemed like a good idea.  Of course lots of remixes don’t use the vocals…anyway…I got to work with Andy Bell (Ride) and Tom Smith (Holy Youth Movement) as well as long time collaborator Daniel Sparks (omniscuro) to put it together," says Holmström.

"I first heard Pang Attack when SUUNS shared a track on their socials.  At first I was disappointed because it didn’t sound like SUUNS (I was obsessing on them hard) but, for some reason, I kept listening. There was something there that I connected with. Alex’s lyrics and melodic choices were perfect and I had to find out if he was interested in working with me. 'Sea Of Eyes' is the second song that Alex and I collaborated on. His lyrics perfectly capture the vibe of the world at that time".

The 'Sea of Eyes' EP is a logical progression (and continuation) of 'It Felt Like The End of the World' and the 'Tic Tac' 7" single, which jointly boast the cream of the neo-psychedelic crop, including Slowdive's Rachel Goswell, The Brian Jonestown Massacre's Anton Newcombe, Dion Lunadon (A Place To Bury Strangers, The D4), Cheap Trick's Tom Petersson, Lisa Elle of Dark Horses, and members of Sun Atoms, Guiding Light and Hopewell.

As of August 29, 'Sea of Eyes' will be released (digitally and on limited edition cassette) exclusively via Bandcamp, where the EP is available for pre-order and where 'It Felt Like The End of the World' is also available digitally, on CD and vinyl as a Deluxe double-album with gatefold sleeve. The 'Tic Tac' single with Rachel Goswell and it's 7" vinyl version are also available via Pete International Airport and The Dandy Warhols.  

SINGLE CREDITS
Music written by Peter G. Holmström
Vocals and lyrics by Alexander Hackett (Pang Attack)
Instruments performed by Peter G. Holmström, except:
Alexander Hackett - Vocals
Paulie Pulvirenti - Toms, Octabans
Daniel Sparks - Drum Programming, Synths
Jeremy Sherrer - Synth, Drum programming
Produced by Jeremy Sherrer and Peter G. Holmström
All tracks recorded primarily at Air Traffic Control, Portland
All drums recorded at The Trench Studios by Gregg Williams
Vocals and additional instruments recorded in Montreal, LA & NYC
Additional production & mixing by Jeremy Sherrer at Spooky Electric Co. (Austin, Florida & Spokane, WA)
Mastered by Dave Coley at Elysian Mastering
Album art by Francesca Bonci
Publicity by Shauna McLarnon at Shameless Promotion PR
Video directed by Francesca Bonci
Filmed by June Kang and Lê Thùy-Dương
Guest appearance - June Kang


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JAMES POPIK RELEASES BRAND NEW ALBUM THE SOURLAND SYMPHONY IN ASSOCIATION WITH DEKO ENTERTAINMENT

Guitarist James Popik brings a unique touch and repertoire to his music. From Acoustic Jazz to electrified Fusion Jams, classical Brazilian music and American songbook master’s to reworked rock anthems, James has forged a unique voice. Opening for Los Lonely Boys, Dave Mason, Marshall Tucker, Butch Trucks, as well as backing jazz legend Richie Cole (Doc Severinson, Buddy Rich, Lionel Hampton), appearing with Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Bernie Worrell (Parliament, Talking Heads), and Henry McCullogh (Wings, Joe Cocker).

His latest release has been 7 years in the making and is titled The Sourland Symphony which is an album of Instrumental Acoustic Music inspired by and dedicated to the Sourland Mountain featuring Violin, Cello, Double Bass, Bouzouki, Mandolin, 6 and 10 string acoustic guitars, and percussion. It includes tracks like Green Mountain Melting, Headwaters, and West Mountain.

Listen to “West Mountain” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kb2MypJ7qgQ

As stated in New Jersey Stage: "The Sourland Symphony is a fantastic instrumental collection, well written and performed and with its diverse styles is a must add to any music collection. Popik took his time analyzing the mountain and each composition reflects not only his patience but also the landscape's various seasons and times.”

Video for “Green Mountain Melting” below.

At last check Jim has logged in over 2500 gigs in the last few years in over 200 different venues from Maine to New Orleans including a stop at The White House in DC, as well as being an active member of the Sourland Conservancy where he is the principal curator and promoter of the Sourland Mountain Festival.

Check out The Sourland Symphony here: https://jamespopik.bandcamp.com/album/the-sourland-symphony

 

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LA's dynamic Love Ghost & altrock titan SKOLD take a heady trip on 'Nightshade and Cocaine'

"This sonic rollercoaster effortlessly transitions between heavy, driving riffs and melodic, catchy choruses. Loaded with raw energy, the grunge influence is palpable with industrial rhythms and gothic elements providing an invigorating counterpoint – an auditory adventure worth taking" ~ Spill Magazine


Following the 2023 debut single 'Payback' by alt-rock maverick Love Ghost and industrial legend Tim Skold (SKOLD, Shotgun Messiah, KMFDM, Marilyn Manson, Motionless in White), they are back with ‘Nightshade and Cocaine’. With heavy guitars and pianos, this song is inspired by altered states of mind and witchcraft, setting the tone for the dark rock n’ roll soundscape of this album.

Now signed to iconic US label Metropolis Records, their debut 'Love Ghost x SKOLD' album from this creative partnership is scheduled for release on November 22. This creative partnership meshes the raw energy of grunge with the driving rhythms of industrial rock, embellished with pop and gothic sensibilities. 

"We are very excited to share this first single 'Nightshade and Cocaine' from our forthcoming album 'Loveghost x SKOLD'. It’s not easy picking singles from this album but this one is a favorite of mine because the dynamics, it’s like a musical roller coaster, the highs and lows take you for a ride. This is also something that is reflected in the lyrics with almost lightheartedly dealing with some very heavy subjects,” says Tim Skold.

Finnegan Bell adds, “This is a sonic journey that touches on many topics such as personal introspection, losing and finding your soul, witchcraft, death, the afterlife, and even politics and war. Nightshade (also known as Belladona) is a flower that is intrinsically linked to witchcraft, particularly for flying, astral projection and as a symbol for death. This song is about altered states of mind and one’s psychology unraveling at the seams. This song is dynamic, unconventional and imaginative and is one of my favorites on the entire album”.

Apart from releasing music under the SKOLD moniker and as half of the duo Not My God (with Nero Bellum), Swedish musician and record producer Tim Skold is perhaps best known for his work with KMFDM, Shotgun Messiah, Marilyn Manson, and Motionless in White.  In addition to being a full-fledged band member of Marilyn Manson for several world tours, Skold produced their #1 Billboard US charting album 'The Golden Age of Grotesque', cover versions of 'Tainted Love', 'Personal Jesus' and the controversial album 'Eat Me, Drink Me'. He later co-produced two Motionless in White albums. As SKOLD, he has released several albums and toured extensively with Front Line Assembly and Motionless in White, among others.

Love Ghost is an enigmatic Los Angeles-based indie rock band, known for their distinctive blend of grunge, alternative rock and post-punk, informed by the Seattle tradition as much as Soundcloud-era fearlessness. Founded by vocalist-guitarist Finnegan Bell, the band quickly garnered attention for their mature lyrics, a multitude of collaborations and raw, energetic sound. They have toured extensively all over the world and have earned plaudits from such publications as Rolling Stone, Alternative Press, American Songwriter and New Noise.

"I still remember meeting Finn the first time because of his almost electric energy but it was my wife Erin’s idea that he and I should make music together. I have worked with many different artists by now but this one is still a unique and refreshing experience," says Tim Skold. "We came together with a special chemistry and I really feel that it is well represented in the music. The first single 'Nightshade and Cocaine' shows off an almost schizophrenic diversity that is a thread for the entire album."

Earlier, Nina Heckman of Metropolis Records shared, "The Love Ghost x SKOLD collaboration mixes both of their distinct sounds to make a new and unique album, which we are excited to bring to the public."

As of August 28, the 'Nightshade and Cocaine' single will be available everywhere digitally, including Bandcamp, where it can already be pre-ordered. The full 'Love Ghost and SKOLD' album will be released on November 22.

ALBUM CREDITS
All songs written and performed by Finnegan Seeker Bell & Tim Skold,
except for ‘Payback’ - Written by Finnegan Seeker Bell, Tim Skold & Daniel Matias Alcala
Produced by Tim Skold
Additional Production by Daniel Matias Alcala - tracks 03, 05, 11
Additional Production by Corin Batchler - all other tracks
Recorded at Seeker Studios (Glendale, CA) & The Una-Bomber Shack (Studio City, CA)
Mastered by Tim Skold
Intro features the voice of Jeff Daniel Phillips
Cover artwork by Tim Skold
Released by Metropolis Records
Artist photos by Jim Louvau 
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

VIDEO CREDITS
Directed by King Zabb
Drummer - Jon Siren
Bass Player - Tiffany Lowe
Sage - Erin Skold

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Michael Schenker Shares New Single "Only You Can Rock Me"

Following the success of his first two singles "Mother Mary" featuring Slash and Erik Grönwall, and "Rock Bottom" featuring Kai Hansen, legendary guitarist Michael Schenker is set to release the third single "Only You Can Rock Me" from his highly anticipated new album My Years with UFO.

This new single once again showcases an incredible lineup featuring Joey Tempest (Europe) on vocals, Roger Glover (Deep Purple) on bass, Derek Sherinian on keys, and Brian Tichy on drums. As we approach the album's release, the anticipation builds for what's set to be one of 2024's most exciting rock records!

Schenker's new album My Years with UFO is a tribute to the golden years that saw British hard rock band UFO rise from an underground phenomenon to rock legends.

Produced by Michael Schenker and Michael Voss, the new album marks the 50th anniversary of Schenker's era with UFO, spanning from 1972 to 1978. The "German Wunderkind" was asked to join UFO at just 17 years old. In the following years, Michael Schenker secured his place as one of rock’s most influential creators by composing UFO’s most beloved tracks, including "Doctor Doctor," "Rock Bottom," "Lights Out," "Love to Love" and many more.

Although Michael Schenker's era with UFO spanned only six years, his influence as a young songwriter and exceptional guitarist had already left a lasting mark on rock. During these meteoric years, the UFO albums Phenomenon, Force It, No Heavy Petting, Lights Out, Obsession, and the seminal live album Strangers in the Night were recorded, each contributing significantly to the genre. Strangers in the Night particularly stands out as one of the most influential live rock albums of all time and is still regarded as a cornerstone in any rock enthusiast's collection.

In this celebratory album, Michael Schenker presents 11 of UFO's greatest hits from this magical era with an impressive lineup of guest stars. Joining Schenker on this journey are Derek Sherinian on keys; Brian Tichy on drums; and Barry Sparks on bass. 

The stellar roster of guest artists includes Axl Rose, Slash, Kai Hansen, Roger Glover, Joey Tempest, Biff Byford, Jeff Scott Soto, John Norum, Dee Snider, Joel Hoekstra, Joe Lynn Turner, Carmine Appice, Adrian Vandenberg, Michael Voss, Stephen Pearcy, and Erik Grönwall.

This album is the introduction to an upcoming trilogy, as Michael Schenker has signed an exclusive three-album deal with earMUSIC, with additional albums to follow in 2025 and 2026.

My Years with UFO will be released worldwide on September 20 via earMUSIC and is available for pre-order here.

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

Stream: :  https://orcd.co/ontologicalmysteriumpresave

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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.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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