Bobby Jensen and The Dead Cowboys Release the Animated Music Video for The Lake.

The Dead Cowboys want to let everyone know that because of confusion over the band name they are now known as Bobby Jensen and The Dead Cowboys. To celebrate the slight name change Bobby is releasing The Lake the first in a series of four music videos taken from the debut album. The video was done by Andy Pilkington who did the Judas Priest Painkiller video.

Watch the video The Lake below:

Stream the album Dead Cowboys: https://smarturl.it/Deadcowboys

Bobby Jensen shares his reasoning for the name change, “The name change came about because over the course of the 20 years since I trademarked the name, Dead Cowboys, other groups around the country had started to use the name so there was confusion with talent, buyers, and fans when they would Google the name and be brought to somebody else’s page. I could have chased them all down and given them cease and desist orders but I kind of had a moment of clarity and felt like the name and the idea and concept had run its course and honestly wasn’t working out to be what I intended it to be again.

It was a great thing that we did as a band years ago, but even when recreating it, it wasn’t the same. More importantly, my own name had grown to be much bigger with tens of thousands of followers already following me as Bobby Jensen, especially since the world knows me from the viral hair fire video as Paul Stanley of KISS so I decided to use my own name and title the album “Dead Cowboys”. Now the legend can live on in the songs and I can create the stories with a lot more freedom and not get the band stereotyped into one thing.”

Talking about the new music video, Bobby adds, “The Lake came about when my friend Mike stopped over and was running some ideas of his own that he had come up with and I honestly don’t remember anything about what he came up with except for the first line of the song was “He sees dead cowboys wait in the night looking to rob a train”, and “boom goes to the dynamite”. Those two things stuck in my head for a while, and I thought it would be cool to have a song about a train robbery so while noodling on my guitar, I came up with the music and the lyrics. Not really knowing what to call the song. I decided to call it “The Lake” since that’s where everybody dies.

The video was done by Andy Pilkington who did the Judas Priest Painkiller video. He has worked with Saxon, Dee Snider, Motorhead and more. He did the first two videos for “bad friends and good times“ and “super country cowboy”. While we were discussing other songs and ideas, I mentioned to him that some of these stories could actually fit together as continuations of the video so he really liked the idea and we took four songs to become the saga of the demon desperado. It will be a four part video that may be a continuation with other songs in the future. That’s where the freedom of the creativity to write songs about the demon desperado and the dead cowboys I had mentioned earlier. Maybe someone would make them into movies someday.”

Upcoming Tour Dates:


03/28 - BIG GUYS BBQ

04/17 - ROUTE 47

04/18 - NORTHSTAR BAR

05/08 - THE DOGHOUSE

05/15 - THE COMMANDER BAR

05/16 - THE COMMANDER BAR

05/29 - LE’MUSIQUE ROOM

05/30 - PIONEER PLACE

06/20 - BLOOMINGTON VFW

08/16 - ST. PAUL PARK

09/05 - DOC’S

09/25 - THE COMMANDER BAR

09/26 - THE COMMANDER BAR

10/03 - MAINSTREET HOPKINS

10/23 - ROUTE 47

Tickets and show details: https://bnds.us/n955x3

Band Members:

Bobby Jensen- Lead vocals / guitar 
General Collins - pedal steel/ guitar/ vocals 
Jordan Abhold - Bass / Vocals 
Natalie Irish - Fiddle / keys/ vocals 
Adam Ferris - Drums

 

Tracy Frink - Pyro / Stage Manager / Demon Desperado

“Lethal” Leisa Moses - Hair /Wardrobe / Monster wrangler

 

Songwriter / Production Credits:

Production Credits: Producer – BOBBY JENSEN, Engineer BRIAN BART, Recording Studio LOGIC 

Bad Friends & Good Times - Written by: Bobby Jensen (Jensen Road/BMI)

Super Country Cowboy - Written by: Allen JR. Sostrin / Kevin Douglas / Rockie Rash

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

Crazy Horses - Merrill Davis Osmond / Wayne Osmond / Alan Ralph Osmond

Crazy Horses lyrics © Mike Curb Music

The Lake – Written by: Bobby Jensen (Jensen Road/BMI) / Mike Frank

Hot Rod Vega - Written by: Allen JR. Sostrin / Kevin Douglas / Rockie Rash

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

Mexico - Written by: Bobby Jensen (Jensen Road/BMI) 

Jensen Road – Written by: Bobby Jensen (Jensen Road/BMI)

When The Cows Come Home – Merle Travis / Bobby Jensen (Jensen Road/BMI)

Demon Desperado – Written by: Bobby Jensen (Jensen Road/BMI)

The Lake video - Andy Pilkington, https://www.verymetal.co.uk/lyric-videos
 
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LOST SOCIETY Unleash Ravishing New Single & Video "Is This What You Wanted"

Finnish metal force LOST SOCIETY give fans another powerful taste of their upcoming album Hell Is A State Of Mind, set for release on March 6th via Nuclear Blast Records, with the brand-new single 'Is This What You Wanted.'
An emotional and thrilling anthem, the track opens with a grand, cinematic intro driven by strings and acoustic guitars before exploding into a storm of raw, screamed-out emotion. Vocalist Samy Elbanna delivers a visceral performance that cuts deep under the skin, capturing both vulnerability and rage in equal measure. Accompanied by an intense music video, 'Is This What You Wanted' visually underlines the song’s anthemic core and emotional weight, further setting the tone for what promises to be LOST SOCIETY’s most compelling release to date.

Frontman Samy Elbanna comments on the song: "This song comes from the feeling when you’ve worked tirelessly for years on your dream to come true and come to life, and you have these sudden realisations of how many important moments you’ve missed and how big the sacrifices have been that you’ve made along the way. A truly bittersweet feeling, because in the end of the day - they’ve been necessary to ensure your focus on your dreams. Nonetheless, it hurts. 
This comes from the heart and we hope it speaks to you and makes you remember that your loved ones would always have hoped for you to go after your dreams.” 

Listen to 'Is This What You Wanted': 
https://lostsociety.bfan.link/is-this-what-you-wanted

Check out the videoBelow:

Pre-order the album Hell Is A State Of Mind: 
https://lostsociety.bfan.link/hell-is-a-state-of-mind

Kicking off in March 2026, right after the album release, LOST SOCIETY embark on a European tour, hitting cities throughout the UK, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland and Scandinavia. Fans can expect a high-voltage set packed with fan favourites, ferocious riffs, and the band’s unmistakable adrenaline-charged energy.
Supporting the run is the Finnish alternative metal outfit AWAKE AGAIN.

Line up:
Samy Elbanna | Vocals, Guitar
Arttu Lesonen | Guitar
Mirko Lehtinen | Bass
Taz Fagerström | Drums

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Corinne Westbrook Announces First Horror Novel 'The Hollow One'

No stranger to the dark and macabre, The Hollow One is the debut novel from writer and horror-devotee Corinne Westbrook. With a combined interest in the shadowy side of art, music and literature, Westbrook has written for metal music outlets, notably Metal Injection and Knotfest, and is well acquainted with strange and uncanny storytelling.

Set for publication on May 26th, 2026, via Permuted Press, The Hollow One is a truly bloodcurdling psychological horror. Following the days of a young girl named Ellie, amidst the struggles of an absent mother, a baby brother and poverty, something more sinister soon takes hold of her life. When one evening her estranged father knocks on her bedroom window, what seems like a comforting dream begins to turn sour as this familial figure is perhaps not so familiar after all.

Told through the eyes of a child trying to make sense of a world that’s forgotten her, The Hollow One is a literary horror story about longing, memory, and the quiet danger of being unseen. Atmospheric, intimate, and deeply unsettling, this is a ghost story where the scariest things are not what lurk in the dark, but what’s already inside the house.

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IATT Announce New Single "Drift Away" From Forthcoming Album Etheric Realms of the Night

Philadelphia progressive extreme metal visionaries IATT unveil "Drift Away", the first single from their upcoming full length album Etheric Realms of the Night, out May 8, 2026 on Black Lion Records. Accompanied by a cinematic music video, the track serves as the opening chapter of the album’s overarching narrative and its companion film, guiding listeners into the shifting terrain between waking consciousness and the dream world.

"Drift Away" begins in an unexpected place of calm. Gentle acoustic guitar and expressive flute lines create a sense of weightlessness, capturing the moment when the body relaxes and the mind begins to slip beyond the physical world. This atmosphere gradually expands into a vast and immersive soundscape, where layered instrumentation and evolving dynamics mirror the sensation of drifting deeper into sleep.

As the song unfolds, subtle melodic motifs and ambient textures establish the emotional and thematic foundation for the album. The track introduces the core idea behind Etheric Realms of the Night, the exploration of dream states as both refuge and unknown territory. The arrangement moves with deliberate patience, allowing tension and beauty to coexist as the music transitions from fragile serenity into something more powerful and uncertain.

"Drift Away" features guest appearances from Didier Malherbe of Gong on the flute and Ben Karas of Thank You Scientist/Slaughtersun) on violin

Lyrically and conceptually, "Drift Away" represents surrender. It captures the moment of letting go, when awareness softens and the boundary between internal and external reality begins to blur. The band uses this opening chapter to set the tone for the psychological descent that follows across the album’s seven movements and the unfolding narrative of the companion film.

The accompanying video offers the first visual entry point into that larger story. Dreamlike imagery and symbolic scenes mirror the song’s emotional arc, establishing themes that continue throughout the film as the line between reality and the dream realm becomes increasingly unstable.

With "Drift Away", IATT reveal a more atmospheric and emotionally nuanced side of their sound while maintaining the depth and ambition that define their work. The single provides an early glimpse into an album and film experience built on immersion, symbolism, and evolving sonic landscapes, inviting listeners to step beyond the surface of consciousness and into the etheric realms waiting beneath.

About IATT:

IATT is a Philadelphia based progressive extreme metal band known for fusing blackened aggression, technical precision, and cinematic atmosphere into immersive, concept driven works. Their sound moves between ferocity and fragility, combining intricate guitar work, dynamic rhythms, and orchestral textures to create music that feels both emotionally intense and narratively expansive.

Since forming in 2008, IATT has steadily evolved into a project defined by scope and ambition. Each release is approached as a complete experience, with recurring musical themes, symbolic instrumentation, and carefully shaped pacing that guide the listener through psychological and philosophical terrain. Their albums often explore themes such as consciousness, identity, and the tension between reality and inner worlds, expressed through layered arrangements that reward deep listening.

Records like Nomenclature and Magnum Opus established IATT as a band unafraid to stretch the boundaries of extreme metal. Jazz influenced phrasing, classical inspired orchestrations, and atmospheric passages exist alongside relentless riffing and commanding vocal performances, giving their music a multidimensional character that resists simple categorization.

A strong visual and conceptual identity also plays a central role in the band’s work. IATT frequently extend their musical narratives into interconnected visual pieces, reinforcing the emotional and symbolic weight of their albums. This unified approach reflects their belief that sound, story, and imagery can combine to create a deeply immersive artistic statement.

With each new chapter, IATT continue refining their balance of brutality, beauty, and narrative depth, standing as one of the more adventurous and forward thinking voices in modern progressive extreme metal.

IATT is: 
 

  • Jay Briscoe – bass, vocals

  • Joe Cantamessa – lead guitar

  • Alec Pezzano – rhythm guitar, orchestral arrangements

  • Paul Cole – percussion


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TOMBS to Headline Northeast Tour w/ REPLICANT

New Jersey experimental metal collective TOMBS will be embarking on a headlining run on the Northeast of the U.S. and Canada next month with support from REPLICANT! The trek will kick off on March 25 in Philadelphia, PA and will make its way North through the final stop in Albany, NY on March 29. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets are available HERE.

TOMBS will be supporting their new full-length, 'Feral Darkness,' which was released on October 17 via Redefining Darkness. Watch the music video for the ominous song "Nightland" below.

The band has not only returned with a new label, but also with a new sound! While 'Feral Darkness' still embraces TOMBS' black metal roots, it also explores the band's gothic, death rock side, creating the band's darkest and most haunting record to date!

'Feral Darkness' is now available via Bandcamp as well as via the Redefining Darkness store.

TOMBS North American Tour Dates (w/ REPLICANT)

03/25: Philadelphia, PA @ Milkboy

03/26: Hamden, CT @ Cellar on Treadwell

03/27: Newmarket, NH @ Stone Chuch

03/28: Quebec City, QC @ L'Anti

03/29: Albany, NY @ Empire Underground

Formed in 2007, New Jersey-based experimental metal outfit TOMBS blends bleak, post-punk minimalism with the ferocious attack of sludge and haunting goth rock. TOMBS have established themselves as an act that's as committed to consistency as it is to growth, developing smoothly (but never predictably) over the course of their career.

TOMBS Lineup:

Mike Hill – guitar / vocals / synth

Justin Spaeth – drums / guitar

Andrew Murphy – Bass / guitar / vocals

Dan Higgins - guitar

Guest Musicians:

Sera Timms – vocals on "Nightland" (Black Mare, Black Math Horsemen, Ides of Gemini)

Cover Artist: Seldon Hunt

Recording and Mixing: Justin Spaeth

Mastering: Andreas Rosczyk

Photos: Mike Goncalves

For Fans Of: Fields of the Nephilim, Samhain, Mayhem, Goatwhore

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SIERRA LEVESQUE UNLEASHES RAWEMOTION WITH NEW SINGLE “DON’T GO” ​ 

Rising rock singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Sierra Levesque releases her new single “DON’T GO,” available now on all streaming platforms. The track delivers a cinematic rock experience driven by soaring guitars, impassioned vocals, and emotionally charged

songwriting that captures the tension between vulnerability and strength. “DON’T GO” was added to the Spotify Editorial Playlist “Rock Now”.

 

Fully self-written and recorded by Sierra, “DON’T GO” showcases her ability to translate raw emotion into a powerful, immersive anthem. Produced, mixed, and mastered with legendary guitarist and producer Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal, the song blends gritty guitar textures with a
modern edge, bridging classic rock influence and Gen Z energy.

 

“I wrote this song about the moment you realize someone you love is slipping away - that desperate feeling of wanting to hold on just a little longer,” says Sierra.

Listen here:

https://sierralevesque.hearnow.com/dont-go

https://linktr.ee/sierralevesquemusic

The release follows a string of standout achievements for the 20-year-old Canadian-born artist, including her debut album release back in September, 2025, more than 3 million Spotify streams, over 350,000 social media followers, and countless performances at notable venues
like Whisky A Go Go and the TD Place Arena. Known for her one-woman live shows - performing vocals, lead guitar, and original fully self-recorded backing tracks - Sierra continues to break boundaries as a fully self-produced rock artist.

 

Currently studying Songwriting at Berklee College of Music, Sierra is not only mastering her craft, but also inspiring a new generation of music fans through both her sound and story.

 

Tour Dates:

Feb. 15, 2026 12:00-2:00pm at Kavat Cafe/EyeforSound Gallery in Glendale, CA

Mar. 14, 2026 7:40-8:10pm at Universal Bar & Grill in Studio City, CA

Mar. 17, 2026 at Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood, CA

Apr. 16 at Bar Lubitsch WFNM Showcase in West Hollywood, CA

Photo Credit: Rose Bennett

Born in Pembroke, Ontario and currently based in Los Angeles, Sierra Levesque is redefining rock for a new generation. Featured in Guitar World Magazine, recognized by Guitar.com as “Gen Z’s Most Ambitious New Guitarist” and featured among “10 Young Shredders Shaping
Rock and Metal Today,” she fuses pop, metal, and hard rock into anthems that are as bold as they are relatable. With a large social media following, national media recognition, and her upcoming debut album in the works, Sierra is solidifying her place as one of rock’s most exciting
new voices.

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ACIDOSIS Announce Album Release Show and North American Tour Dates

L.A. based heavy outfit ACIDOSIS have announced the forthcoming North American tour dates for this March and April in support of their upcoming album Arrival. The album is set to land on March 27th, 2026. This announcement accompanies the release of the band's latest single and album title track "Arrival". 

ACIDOSIS Tour Dates - 

3/11 - Milwaukee, WS @ Falcon Hall* 

3/12 - Chicago, IL @ Sleeping Village 

3/26 - Brooklyn, NY @ Market Hotel

3/27 - Boston, MA @ Haymarket Lounge

4/3 - Miami. FL @ Las Rosas

4/4 - Orlando, FL @ Will’s Pub

4/8 - Los Angeles, CA @ Non Plus Ultra* 

* Ben Katzman only

Tickets: https://app.getpinpoint.io/bkdegreaser

"Arrival" is a fast-moving heavy metal track built on a driving power groove and relentless momentum. The song blends classic galloping metal with modern weight, combining the forward motion of IRON MAIDEN, the density of MASTODON, and the aggressive vocal delivery associated with NUCLEAR ASSAULT. It is melodic, intense, and focused on propulsion rather than excess.

The lyrics take inspiration from the alien abduction sequence in the cult film Fire in the Sky, specifically the fear and helplessness of being taken without control over what happens next. That scenario becomes an allegory for impending doom and moments when resistance is no longer possible, leaving only the option to endure what is coming. In that sense, the song also reflects the tension of what lies ahead on the rest of the album.

As the opening track and title track, "Arrival" establishes the tone and intent of Arrival. It functions as a declaration of presence and direction, setting expectations with a balance of melody, heaviness, and groove. The song serves as both an entry point and a warning, preparing listeners for what follows.

About ACIDOSIS

ACIDOSIS is a heavy metal band originally formed in Miami by Ben Katzman and Diego Edsel during high school. Rooted in thrash, punk, and traditional metal, the band channels the spirit of teenage rebellion through sharpened musicianship and a love of riffs that hit hard and stay stuck in your head. Now based in Los Angeles, ACIDOSIS has evolved into a multigenerational lineup that includes Katzman’s former guitar student Deo Budnevich, who began touring with the band at 14 and now shreds alongside his mentor.

Known for chaotic live shows, politically-charged lyrics, and hook-driven songwriting, ACIDOSIS has shared the stage with acts like D.R.I., NEGATIVE APPROACH, and the JERRY ONLY MISFITS. After years of hiatus and other musical ventures, Katzman resurrected the band with renewed fire, recording the long-overdue debut Arrival, a collection of songs originally written in high school and reimagined with full force.

ACIDOSIS blends the power of early METALLICA and ANTHRAX with the urgency of MUNICIPAL WASTE and the melodic sensibilities of classic IRON MAIDEN. With art by JUAN MONTOYA (TORCHE) and design by PERRY SHALL (GREEN DAY, BLACK KEYS), the project is a full-circle realization of the band's past, present, and future.

This is riff worship without irony. Punk speed without slop. Metal hooks without ego. ACIDOSIS is built to shred, sweat, and scream until the tape runs out.

Unverkalt Break from the Past with Newly Blackened Edge on “Introjects”

Ever since they emerged from Greece’s underground catacombs, Unverkalt have been drawn to the edge. On their upcoming third album, the post-metal luminaries finally plunge into the darkness that’s always waited for them below. While wrestling with the weight of our accursed history, Héréditaire now stands as the band’s heaviest and most heartfelt offering.

Today, Unverkalt are releasing the third and final advanced single from Héréditaire. “Introjects” breaks from the broken beliefs of the past with the band’s newly blackened edge.

“We often carry beliefs and ideas that were never ours but absorbed from the worlds of others”, Unverkalt says. “These dead constructs linger just beneath the surface, quietly shaping us - until something breaks. There’s a moment of dissonance, a crack in the surface, a realization that the weight we carry isn’t ours to bear”.

Watch the bright and blistering video for “Introjects” below.

Héréditaire comes out February 27, 2026 on Season of Mist.

Pre-order

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Pre-save on Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/5ndUNl3HyjsagbOuQCrakn?si=QESfESdPQwqHTC5MKNX4Jw

Can’t wait for Héréditaire? RSVP for the upcoming Bandcamp Listening Party and hear all nine heavy and heartfelt songs before the album comes out.  

Héréditaire Bandcamp Listening Party

February 17 @ 1:30 pm Eastern Time

RSVP

https://unverkalt.bandcamp.com/live/h-r-ditaire-listening-party

Kalavrezou’s mystifying cleans remain one of Unverkalt’s defining traits. Even when trembling beneath the monolithic riff of “I, The Deceit”, her contempt for those who stand by as the world burns is heated when forged alongside her Athenian brother-in-arms Sakis Tolis from Rotting Christ. But as the album draws to a close, Héréditaire ends shadowed in doubt for the future. “Bathed in lies / Can we make it better” she wonders before disappearing into the shivering wake left by “Maladie de ‘Esprit”.

“This album is not meant to resolve”, the band says, “but to dissolve patterns from those who came before, faceless yet familiar. The colors have drained. What remains is veiled in black, not as a symbol, but as a truth that covers everything”.

On Héréditaire, Unverkalt lift the veil on our cursed existence with their heaviest and most heartfelt offering.

Recording Lineup:
Dimitra Kalavrezou — Vocals
Themis Ioannou — Guitars, Keys
Eli Mavrychev — Guitars, Vocals
Joscha Hoyer — Bass
Christian Eggers — Drums

Guest Musicians:
Sakis Tolis — Vocals on "I, The Deceit"

Songwriting Credits:
Comped by Themis Ioannou.
Lyrics by Dimitra Kalavrezou & Eli Mavrychev.
Lyrics for "I, The Deceit" by Dimitra Kalavrezou & Joscha Hoyer.

Recording Credits:
Recorded & Engineered by Unverkalt.
Drums Recorded & Engineered by Christian Eggers at Noir Surge Sound, Berlin, Germany.

Production Credits:
Produced by Themis Ioannou.
Vocals produced by Dimitra Kalavrezou & Eli Mavrychev.
Mixed by Joshua Barber.
Mastered by Lasse Lammert at LSD Studios, Lübeck, Germany.

Cover Art:
Themis Ioannou

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HELLRIPPER Unleashes Electrifying Title Track from Upcoming Opus, "Coronach"

Scotland's ibex-obsessed blackened thrash bastard of Hades, otherwise known as HELLRIPPER, is now unleashing the electrifying title track from his upcoming fourth studio album, 'Coronach,' which will be released worldwide on March 27, 2026 via Century Media Records, making it his debut to the label! The anthemic single, “Coronach,” can now be heard along with a lyric video created by Irvan Dionisi / Theblackvisual.id below.

Hellripper’s mastermind, guitarist/vocalist and songwriter James McBain comments, “A coronach is a vocal lament traditionally performed at funerals in the Scottish highlands. Intertwined with my own words is the poem of the same name by Sir Walter Scott, which served as an inspiration for this story: the funeral of an ambivalent and mysterious figure, revered by his community for his heroic deeds but whose life hid many dark secrets. As well as lyrically, the track is also a musical experiment for me; it was primarily influenced by late 80’s thrash metal along with bands like Bathory, Gallowbraid and Atlantean Kodex. A dash of post-punk, a fair amount of Iron Maiden-style guitar harmonies, some classical references and the haunting wail of the bagpipes fading in the distance: this song feels like the perfect farewell to the album."

'Coronach' can be pre-ordered HERE.

In addition, Hellripper has recently announced a string of support shows for thrash metal legend Testament in Spain and France. In addition, Hellripper will next embark on European headline tour alongside Schizophrenia and Sarcator to promote 'Coronach' and has also revealed a number of festival appearances and two performances in Mexico. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets can be found HERE.

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The brainchild of guitarist/vocalist/solitary force, James McBain, Hellripper has been running like a denim-vested, backpatch-encrusted William Wallace, bravehearting his way through metal's bloodiest battlefields since first coagulating his personal darkness in 2014. Taking armaments from “Kill 'Em All” era Hetfield and “Welcome to Hell” era Mantas, McBain has immersed his fascination with darkness and speed with Scottish history and come with bloody masterpieces like 2023's “Warlocks Grim & Withered Hags” that Metal Injection stated: "Bursts with growth and a mature exploration of darkness and eeriness while maintaining that original high-octane burning”. McBain is presently sharpening his blades and casting new spells that will transmogrify into Hellripper's Century Media debut “Coronach”.

Hellripper Lineup:

James McBain – All Instruments & Vocals

Hellripper live and video performance line-up:

James McBain – Guitar & Vocals

Joseph Quinlan – Guitar

Andy Milburn – Bass

Max Southall – Drums

Album credits:

Recorded and mixed by Hellripper’s James McBain at Coronach Studios in Scotland, UK

Mastered by Damien Herring at Subterranean Watchtower Studios in the USA.

Cover Artwork: Adam Burke / Nightjar Illustration

Formats:

Jewelcase CD

Digital Album

LP (formats below):

- “Black Cuillin” LP on black vinyl (Unlimited, available in Europe)

- “Wild Thistle” LP on transp. magenta vinyl (Ltd. to 400x copies, available from UK retailers and Hellripper)

- “Saltire” LP on blue vinyl (Ltd. to 300x copies, available from selected German & Austrian retailers and from Hellripper)

- “Highland Mist” LP on grey vinyl (Ltd. to 1000x copies, available from Hellripper)

- “Baobhan Sith” LP on transp. forest green vinyl (Unlimited, available in the USA)

- “Granite City” LP on electric smoke colored vinyl (Ltd. to 500x copies, available in the USA)

- “Bean Nighe” LP on ultra clear vinyl (Ltd. to 300x copies, available in the USA from Hellripper)

Pre-order // pre-save: https://hellripperband.lnk.to/Coronach-AlbumID

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The cover artwork was created by Adam Burke / Nightjar Illustration

The Hu Announce Spring 2026 Tour With Apocalyptica

The 2026 concert calendar just got even busier for Hunnu Rock pioneers The Hu and Cello Metal standouts Apocalyptica, as both bands announce today that they'll be hitting the road for a run of shows this May and June. The tour kicks off on May 12 in Silver Spring, MD and will take them across the country before wrapping in Anaheim, CA on June 7. Joining The Hu and Apocalyptica will be platinum-selling Finnish rock band The Rasmus.

Public on-sale for the tour will begin Friday, February 13 at 10AM local time. Official artist pre-sales for The Hu and Apocalyptica will be available starting Wednesday, February 11 at 10AM local time through Thursday, February 12 at 11:59PM. Venue pre-sales will be available from Thursday, February 12 from 10AM to 11:59PM local time. Special VIP packages, including meet and greet experiences and exclusive merchandise, will also be available for purchase.

For tickets and additional information on VIP packages, visit here (The Hu pre-sale code "THEHUN") and here (Apocalyptica pre-sale code "CELLOS"). 

In addition to closing all shows on this tour, The Hu are celebrating the recent release of their latest single "The Real You," which is "the representation of our new album, The Hun," says Temka – Temuulen N (band's tovshuur player, throat singer). "While we have traditional songs that have our signature rhythm in our third album, there are few upbeat, fast songs such as this single. We recorded this song thinking of our ancestors, riding fast on the horse back through the landscape. Listen to this song to express the feelings you have buried inside and feel the overwhelming energy we pass through to you. Enjoy." 

"The Real You" is one of the few songs from The Hu in which Western music components are prominent. As evident in the wording, the song is asking the listeners to not judge others but focus on themselves and to become a better person. Derived from the Mongolian proverb, "Don't worry about what is on top of a person's head, just worry about what is not on yours."

Formed in 1993 at the world-renowned Sibelius Academy in Helsinki, Finland, Apocalyptica began life as a loving, lo-fi nod to Metallica from four classically trained musicians with no greater ambition than to explore their favorite band's music with their chosen instrument. The project would take on a life of its own when they finally released Plays Metallica By Four Cellos in 1996. Unbeknownst to Apocalyptica, they'd just boarded a rocket ship that would propel them through eight rapturously received records, a staggering six million records sold, and a relentless touring schedule that would see them bringing their uniquely symphonic concept of heaviness to every time zone and countless festival stages around the world. Most recently, following the 25th anniversary of their debut record, the band released their latest album, Plays Metallica, Vol. 2, to widespread acclaim.

THE HU + APOCALYPTICS 2026 TOUR DATES:
WITH THE RASMUS:
5/12 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore
5/13 — New York, NY — Palladium Times Square
5/14 — New Haven, CT — College Street Music Hall
5/15 — Stroudsburg, PA — Sherman Theater
5/18 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave / Eagles Club
5/19 — Green Bay, WI — EPIC Event Center
5/20 — Maplewood, MN — Myth Live
5/22 — Memphis, TN — Minglewood Hall
5/23 — Irving, TX — The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
5/24 — San Antonio, TX — Aztec Theatre
5/26 — Houston, TX — Warehouse Live
5/27 — Oklahoma City, OK — Diamond Ballroom
5/29 — Phoenix, AZ — The Van Buren
5/30 — Las Vegas, NV — The Theater at Virgin Hotels
5/31 — Valley Center, CA — Harrah's Resort SoCal – The Events Center
6/4 — Reno, NV — Grand Theater
6/6 — Los Angeles, CA — The Wiltern
6/7 — Anaheim, CA — House Of Blues

Four Thirty Four Breaks Through the Noise with Explosive New Single “Stuck Out”

FOUR THIRTY FOUR are back with “Stuck Out,” a high-octane new single that takes aim at thefrustration and fallout of modern-day breakups. Marking the band’s fourth release with

producer Kevin McNoldy, the track captures FOUR THIRTY FOUR at their most focused, intense, and emotionally charged. With hard-hitting riffs, driving rhythms, and emotionally charged vocals, the track showcases the band’s signature blend of modern rock intensity and relatable storytelling.

FOUR THIRTY FOUR continues to build momentum within the rock scene by delivering music that connects with fans through authenticity and relentless energy. With

“Stuck Out,” FOUR THIRTY FOUR pushes their sound to new heights, combining crushing instrumentation with memorable hooks that are sure to resonate with listeners and ignite

live audiences.

Lyrically, "Stuck Out" explores the breakdown of communication—two people talking past each other until there’s no way forward. It’s a breakup song for the present day: honest, loud, and unapologetic.

Fans can expect “Stuck Out” to further cement Four Thirty Four as a band to watch in the modern rock landscape. The single highlights the group’s evolution as songwriters and performers, capturing the urgency and passion that defines their music.

Sonically, FOUR THIRTY FOUR draw comparisons to Velvet Revolver on steroids, blending classicrock attitude with modern urgency and polish. “Stuck Out” is built to catch your ear and yourheart, delivering a hook-heavy rush that resonates long after the final

chorus fades.

“Stuck Out” is available on all major

streaming platforms.

“ROARING” RANDY HOUSER RETURNS TO COUNTRY RADIO WITH “BACK IN THE BOTTLE”

Country music’s most unmistakable voice is officially back where it belongs. Randy Houser’s new single, “Back In The Bottle,” impacts country radio today with 80 stations on board, marking a powerful homecoming for the multi-Platinum hitmaker.
 
Hailed as “one of the best voices in the genre” by Rolling Stone, fans and programmers alike have echoed the same sentiment: Randy Houser’s voice has been deeply missed on country radio. With “Back In The Bottle,” that absence gives way to “a certified honky tonk banger,” shares Whiskey Riff, marking a moment that feels less like a comeback and more like a long-awaited return home.
 
“Feeling the love from fans and country radio on this one means everything,” shares Houser. “I’m so grateful for all the support for this song, and I’m looking forward to sharing more new music with all of you this year.”
 
Written solely by Houser and co-produced by longtime collaborator Blake Chancey, “Back In The Bottle” is “a totally joyous listening experience,” lauds MusicRow, as “Roaring Randy Houser…possesses one of the most magnificent voices in contemporary country music.”

“Back In The Bottle” opens with the familiar wreckage of a rowdy night out, leading to a chorus that embraces the kind of night you’d gladly repeat, consequences be damned:

The single launches a new chapter for Houser, as he readies a steady stream of new music expected throughout 2026, alongside tour and festival dates this spring and summer, with more to be announced.
 
For tour dates and more information, visit RandyHouser.com or follow along on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter/X @RandyHouser and TikTok @RealRandyHouser.
 
About Randy Houser
Lauded as “one of the best voices in the genre” by Rolling Stone, with an inimitable voice The New York Times describes as “wholly different, thicker and more throbbing, a caldron bubbling over,” Randy Houser’s latest single “Back In The Bottle” arrives as the first taste of new music to come in 2026. Racking up three consecutive No. 1 hits and more than four million in singles sales to date with his Stoney Creek Records album How Country Feels, he topped the charts with the title track, “Runnin’ Outta Moonlight” and “Goodnight Kiss” (also his first No. 1 as a songwriter) and earned critical acclaim for his powerful delivery of the Top 5 smash and CMA Song of the Year-nominated “Like A Cowboy.” Houser added a fourth No. 1 to his catalogue with “We Went” from his 2016 album, Fired Up. The deluxe version of Houser’s sixth studio album Note To Self is available now via Magnolia Music Group and features four new collaborations with artists including Cody Johnson, Justin Moore, Miranda Lambert and Riley Green. RIAA Gold-certified single and title track “Note To Self” marked his “powerful return” following 2019’s critically acclaimed album Magnolia, with MusicRow boasting the Mississippi native “remains one of country music’s very finest vocalists.” For more information, visit RandyHouser.com.

TYLER BOOTH SIGNS WITH JAMEY JOHNSON'S BIG GASSED RECORDS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH AVERAGE JOES ENTERTAINMENT

Kentucky singer/songwriter Tyler Booth has signed with Jamey Johnson’s Big Gassed Records in a joint venture with Average Joes Entertainment and has finalized a management agreement with The Erv Woolsey Company.

Booth, known for his baritone voice and traditional country sound with a modern twist, will release new music very soon.

Raised in Campton, Ky., (pop. 316), he shares the musical DNA with other artists from Eastern Kentucky, such as Loretta Lynn, The Judds, Chris Stapleton, Tyler Childers, Keith Whitley, Dwight Yoakam, Ricky Skaggs, Patty Loveless and many more.

“I feel like I embody all the Appalachia,” says Booth, who now lives in Pikeville, Ky. (pop. 7,754). “That’s one of the biggest parts of me, just being from here and learning from people. I’ve always tried to keep my roots. A lot of my family were coal miners and served in the military. It made me who I am, so I love it.”

After playing festivals in high school and attending Morehead State, he recorded an EP, Make It to Mexico, and the video for “Hank Crankin’ People” received more than 1 million views. In 2020, he signed a joint venture with Sony Music Nashville and Villa40 and released songs including “Long Comes a Girl” and “Where the Livin’ Is.” His song “Palomino Princess” garnered more than 22 million streams on Spotify alone. 

Booth has toured with Brantley Gilbert, Darius Rucker and Dwight Yoakam and recorded with Brooks & Dunn on “Lost and Found” on their 2019 Reboot album.

“I’ve had a record deal before and I learned a lot from it,” says Booth, who moved from Nashville back to Kentucky and immersed himself in songwriting for the last five years. “Before that, I started playing shows at 16. My life has always been centered around music. I think this is going to be a great year!”

Jeremy Popoff of the band Lit heard Booth perform one of Johnson’s songs and introduced him to Johnson, one of his musical heroes. “I have been a fan of his since I began listening to music and have been covering his songs for years,” Booth says. 

Johnson invited Booth to join his tour and perform “Bring on the Neon” together, a song recorded by Booth and written with Johnson and Popoff. “Jamey is all about the music,” Booth says. “He loves music, and I do too. That is why we have that connection. He is really laid back and goes with the flow, and I am too. I feel like music is supposed to be that way.”

Johnson formed Big Gassed Records in 2014 to record and release the kind of music he wanted and now extends the opportunity to other artists, such as Chris Hennessee and Whatley & Co. Johnson has long been focused on helping other artists, and especially mentoring new artists, and this label is a way for Johnson to do that on a much larger scale.

“He is a wonderful singer and a great songwriter and he deserves to be heard,” Johnson says. “When I found out that he was off the label, I called him up and told him, ‘Keep writing. Keep your head up. Stay busy. Keep recording and let’s see what happens.’ 

“He called me after he had recorded some songs and I listened to a few of them. He even asked me to sing on one with him. When I heard what he had been working on, I knew he was ready. He just needs an opportunity.”

In partnership with Big Gassed Records, Booth now joins the Average Joes Entertainment roster that includes Colt Ford, Eddie Montgomery, Bryan Martin, Creed Fisher and Josh Mirenda.

“We couldn't be more excited to be involved with Tyler,” shares Forrest Latta, president of Average Joes Entertainment. “After hearing his latest project – the talent, the growth, the ability to create the traditional sounds and compelling stories that have made country music great – we couldn't get enough. And to partner with an icon like Jamey made this a no brainer. We had to be a part of it.”

“Tyler Booth brings raw honesty, blue collar grit and a voice that cuts straight to the bone,” shares Average Joes Entertainment’s SVP, Andrew Davis. “He’s exactly the kind of artist Average Joes Entertainment was built for, and we're excited to get to work alongside Jamey Johnson and team.”

For nearly four decades, The Erv Woosley Company (EWC) worked with some of the most notable names in country music, including George Strait and Lee Ann Womack. Today, the company’s current roster also includes the Davisson Brothers Band, Jenna Paulette, Triston Marez, Zach Neil, Nick Davisson, Stone Senate and Vince Herman.
 
The joint venture reunites Johnson with EWC’s Allen Mitchell and E.J. Bernas, both of whom worked for Universal Music Group and helped promote Johnson’s award-winning song, “In Color.”  

“Tyler embodies the traditional, storytelling spirit that has been at the core of our company’s reputation since its formation in the ‘80s,” shares EWC president Allen Mitchell. “As the EWC forges into the future, we couldn’t be more proud that he chose to partner with us for this next chapter of his career.”

“My dad (Erv) and Allen met Tyler a few years back – I love how Allen and dad laid the friendship groundwork already. So for me, that makes this partnership very special,” shares Clinton Woolsey, CEO of Erv Woolsey Company. “I respect Tyler greatly and it’s a pleasure to partner with him.”

L to R Standing: Forrest Latta (President, AJE); Andrew Davis (SVP, AJE); Clinton Woolsey (CEO, EWC) and Allen Mitchell (President, EWC)
L to R Sitting: Tyler Booth and Jamey Johnson
 Photo Credit: Joseph Cash

IAN MUNSICK EXPANDS EAGLE FLIES FREE TOUR WITH 10 DATES ADDED THROUGH SUMMER 2026

As Ian Munsick readies new music in 2026, the Wyoming native is continuing to build on his third studio album, expanding his Eagle Flies Free Tour with 10 new dates through Summer 2026. Kenny Whitmire joins as support on the newly added dates, with ticket pre-sale beginning Feb. 11 using code EAGLE, and general on-sale beginning Feb. 13 at IanMunsick.com. 
 
Beginning this Friday, Feb. 13 in Charlotte, N.C., and featuring 28 dates with special guests ERNEST, Lanie Gardner, Ben Haggard, Ned LeDoux, Tyler Nance, Whitmire and Jake Worthington, the Eagle Flies Free Tour is named after Munsick’s third studio album, Eagle Feather, which was released in 2025. The run will conclude with Munsick’s second headlining show at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Aug. 25, which marks his first appearance back to the coveted Rocky Mountain venue since selling out his debut in 2024.
 
As Munsick continues to tease a new chapter, he debuted the official music video for “Geronimo,” his first release under WEST TO THE REST RECORDS/Triple Tigers Records, on Friday (Feb. 6). Directed by Ben Christensen, the video was shot in Wyoming by Isaac Spotts and produced by Caroline Munsick. 
 
“This is by far the best music video I’ve ever done. And when I say ‘I’ve’ I mean my visionary wife and the team she assembled to make her idea into a stunning reality,” shares Munsick. “If National Geographic and 70’s country & western MTV had a baby, it would be the music video for ‘Geronimo.’ Filmed in Wyoming by Wyoming’s finest, prepare to walk your heart up to the mountain.” 
 
“I’ve admired Ian and his work for a long time, so filming this video out in the wilds of Wyoming for his amazing new song was such a cool experience,” adds Isaac Spotts. “I’ve lived in Wyoming for a long time, and this song completely captures the vibe of the west. Getting the opportunity to try and bring those lyrics to life in an epic music video was so much fun and such an honor!”
 
“Geronimo” was Munsick's first music release off his next project since he arrived in April 2025 with Eagle Feather, which Holler praised for its "expansive tracks, atmospheric anthems," and Rolling Stone noted “is shaped by the landscape of the West, the stories of Native Americans, and the romantic idea of the cowboy.

Newly Added Eagle Flies Free Tour Dates:
April 16 | Jim Thorpe, Penn. | Penn's Peak +
April 17 | Warren, Ohio | Packard Music Hall + 
April 18 | Mount Vernon, Ky. | Renfro Valley - The New Barn Theater + 
April 24 | Wilmington, Ohio | Bowstring Brewyard + 
April 25 | Marietta, Ohio | Peoples Bank Arena +
May 22 | Isle of Palms, S.C. | The Wind Jammer +
May 23 | Pelham, Tenn. | The Caverns +
May 30 | Cocoa, Fla. | Cocoa Riverfront Park Amphitheater +
June 5 | Louisville, Ky. | Fourth Street Live
June 27 | Libby, Mont. | Happys Inn
 
Previously Announced The Eagle Flies Free Tour Dates:
Friday, February 13 || Charlotte, NC || Coyote Joe’s *
Saturday, February 14 || Atlanta, GA || Tabernacle *
Thursday, February 19 || Casper, WY || Ford Wyoming Center $
Friday, February 20 || Bozeman, MT || Brick Breeden Fieldhouse #
Saturday, February 21 || Idaho Falls, ID || Mountain America Center #
Tuesday, February 24 || Portland, OR || Roseland Theatre $
Thursday, February 26 || Kennewick, WA || Toyota Center #
Friday, February 27 || Missoula, MT || Adams Center #
Saturday, February 28 || Spokane, WA || FIC for the Art #
Tuesday, March 3 || Grand Island, NE || Heartland Event Center $
Thursday, March 5 || Fargo, ND || Scheels Arena #
Fridasy, March 6 || Brookings, SD || Dacotah Bank #
Saturday, March 7 || Mankato, MN || Grand Hall #
Friday, March 13 || Shipshewana, IN || Blue Gate Theatre +
Saturday, March 14 || Clear Lake, IA || Surf Ballroom +
Friday, March 27 || Helotes, TX || Floores Country Store (w/ local support)
Saturday, March 28 || Durant, OK || Choctaw Grand Theater ^
Aug 25 | Red Rocks Amphitheatre | Morrison, Colo. &

* w/ Lanie Gardner
# w/ Jake Worthington and Tyler Nance
$ w/ Tyler Nance
^ w/ Ben Haggard
& w/ ERNEST and Ned LeDoux
+ w/ Kenny Whitmire

CRAIG MORGAN TO HEADLINE NASHVILLE’S RYMAN AUDITORIUM ON NOVEMBER 7

Country music hitmaker and Army Reserve soldier Craig Morgan will return to Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on November 7, 2026 to headline his hometown’s famed venue. Tickets are on-sale at CraigMorgan.com beginning this Friday, February 13th at 10am central. Craig first played the historic venue in 2022, with surprise appearances by Jelly Roll and Trace Adkins.

His headlining concert stop will take place shortly before Veterans Day. Currently serving as a Warrant Officer 2 in the Army Reserve, Craig is nearing two decades of sacrificial service to our nation, having previously served seventeen years in the Army and Army Reserve with the 101st and 82nd Airborne Divisions.

The singer, author, actor, and soldier has made a name for himself as a country music hitmaker who has amassed more than 2.5 billion career streams and charted over 25 songs on Billboard. With signature hits including “Redneck Yacht Club,” “Almost Home,” “International Harvester,” “Soldier,” “That's What I Love About Sunday,” and his faith-filled tribute, “The Father, My Son, and the Holy Ghost,” the multi-faceted entertainer’s music has formed the soundtrack to our lives for over two decades. His new music, American Soundtrack (BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville), is no exception, with each of the EP’s six songs infused with Craig’s faith and patriotism.

Craig received one of country music's highest honors when he was inducted as a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 2008. Prior to becoming a country music star and TV sensation, Craig spent seventeen years serving our country in the Army and Army Reserve and in 2023 enlisted again in the Army Reserve, continuing his military career as a Chief Warrant Officer 2. He remains an avid supporter of America's military personnel and has made nearly two dozen overseas trips to perform for our troops. Craig is a member of the U.S. Field Artillery Hall of Fame and recipient of the USO Merit Award. In 2018, he was awarded the Army’s Outstanding Civilian Service Medal, one of the highest awards the Department of the Army can bestow upon a civilian, in recognition of his significant dedication to our military men and women around the world. He remains committed to supporting active duty and veteran members of our military through work with Operation Finally Home, the USO and more.  

His emotional and inspiring memoir - God, Family, Country – is available now. In the book, Craig details all aspects from his inspiring life, revealing never-before-heard stories including the impetus behind his recent enlistment in the Army Reserve, how he worked alongside the CIA as a soldier in Panama, fought sex traffickers as an undercover agent in Thailand, forged his own path to country music stardom, and lives his life by the deepest values: God, family, country.  

Learn more at craigmorgan.com and engage with Craig on socials HERE.

The Pretty Wild Release 'zero.point.genesis' Official Music Video via Sumerian Records

Rising metaphysical metalcore duo The Pretty Wild have released the official music video for "zero.point.genesis", the title track from their recently released album of the same name (via Sumerian Records). The band has also kicked off their first-ever, nearly sold-out UK/EU tour with Sleep Theory just this past weekend. Having recently made their ShipRockeddebut in January, an upcoming North American tour with Bloodywood, Ladrones and Ankor in April, and hitting the stage at Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival the following month, 2026 finds the band carrying undeniable momentum into their biggest year yet. Watch the official music video for "zero.point.genesis" below, and stay tuned for more news from The Pretty Wild coming soon.

Upcoming The Pretty Wild North American Tour Dates:

3/20/2026 - Clearwater, FL @ 98Rockfest

3/21/2026 - Orlando, FL @ WJRR Earthday Birthday

Tour Dates with Bloodywood, Ladrones + Ankor:

4/10/2026 - Des Moines, IA @ Wooly's

4/11/2026 - Minneapolis, MN @ Varsity Theater

4/13/2026 - Denver, CO @ Oriental Theater

4/14/2026 - Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot

4/16/2026 - Portland, OR @ McMenamins Crystal Ballroom

4/17/2026 - Seattle, WA @ Neptune

4/18/2026 - Garden City, ID @ Revolution Concert House and Event Center

4/20/2026 - San Francisco, CA @ August Hall

4/21/2026 - San Diego, CA @ Observatory SD

4/22/2026 - Los Angeles, CA @ Below at The Belasco

4/24/2026 - Mesa, AZ @ The Nile Theater

4/28/2026 - Dallas, TX @ The Echo Lounge & Music Hall

4/29/2026 - Austin, TX @ Emo's Austin

5/1/2026 - Madison, WI @ Majestic Theatre

5/2/2026 - Chicago, IL @ House of Blues Chicago

5/4/2026 - Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club

5/5/2026 - Philadelphia, PA @ Theatre of Living Arts

5/6/2026 - New York, NY @ Irving Plaza

5/8/2026 - North Myrtle Beach, SC @ House of Blues

5/11/2026 - Atlanta, GA @ Buckhead Theatre

5/12/2026 - Chattanooga, TN @ The Signal

5/13/2026 - Louisville, KY @ Mercury Ballroom

5/14/2026 - Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival 2026

5/15/2026 - Toronto, ON @ Danforth Music Hall

5/16/2026 - Detroit, MI @ Saint Andrew's Hall

ABOUT THE PRETTY WILD

The Pretty Wild is a genre-bending, boundary-breaking powerhouse fusing rebellious spirit with raw, heartfelt lyricism that speaks to a generation craving authenticity. Refusing to be confined by the rules and expectations of traditional society, The Pretty Wild embrace their relentless pursuit of truth beyond societal expectations, all while making music for everyone brave enough to break free. With already amassing over 37 million all-time streams and poised to make their debut performances this year at major festivals across the globe including Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival in the States, Download 2026 in the UK and Graspop Metal Meeting in Belgium, the sky is the limit for the sister duo who are further solidifying themselves as a force to be reckoned with in modern heavy music.

Haste the Day Announce New Album "Dissenter" Out 5/1 + Share "Shallows" Visualizer

HASTE THE DAY, the metalcore band that made a scene splash in the '00s, returned in 2024 with the video for the new song "Burn." They also appeared at Furnace Fest that year. It was their first music in nearly a decade.

But they didn't stop there. Not a chance! 

Today, the band is thrilled to announce its new album DISSENTER, which arrives May 1 on Solid State Records. It's their first album since 2015. Pre-order it here. 

They have also shared the visualizer for new single "Shallows." Watch it below. 

"'Shallows' captures the core of what we set out to create on this record — aggressive, melodic metalcore," the band says. "Driven by high-energy riffs, heavy breakdowns, and a memorable chorus, the song balances nostalgia with contemporary influence. Lyrically, it confronts disillusionment, corruption, and the cost of defiance."

So absorb all of that insight and then open up the pit...

Haste The Day conjure the sound of coming full circle. The Indiana-bred band rekindles the spark at the heart of their signature style by sharpening the edges, tightening the melodies, and amplifying the scope with cinematic ambition. Haste The Day have clung to their integrity since initially emerging at the turn of the century. Following Burning Bridges [2004] and When Everything Falls [2005], Stephen made his formal debut as the group's frontman on Pressure The Hinges [2007]. The band unleashed a trio of fan favorite offerings, namely Dreamer [2008], the seminal Attack Of The Wolf King [2010], and Coward [2015]. The latter marked their second straight Top 20 entry on the Billboard Top Rock Albums chart and second Top 10 on the Hard Rock Albums Chart. Along the way, they toured with everyone from Hollywood Undead to Norma Jean. Despite going dormant in 2016, they amassed tens of millions of streams and continued to resonate with an ever-expanding audience. As such, their 2023 reunion gig at the sold-out Furnace Fest was met with overwhelming enthusiasm. Returning with their first full-length release in eleven years, the musicians tap into who they were and push forward together on their seventh LP, Dissenter [Solid State].
 

HASTE THE DAY ARE:
Stephen Keech — Vocals 
Scott Whelan — Guitar 
Dave Krysl — Guitar 
Giuseppe Capolupo — Drums 
Michael Murphy — Bass 
Brennan Chaulk — Guitar 

VRSTY Cover Bad Bunny's "qué pasaria"

Genre-blending and bending New York City-based collective VRSTY (pronounced "Varsity") further tap into their heightened pop sensibilities with their cover of Bad Bunny's "qué pasaría" — which arrives just in time for the Super Bowl, where Bad Bunny will serve as the Halftime Show entertainment!

Listen Below.

"I have such a deep love for Spanish music and my culture in general, so this song always stuck out to me," says singer Joey Tyler. "There's something incredibly sexy and forbidden about the original, and I definitely tried my hardest to translate that in my own way! It makes me think that I should just fully commit to doing Spanish songs at some point. We'll see!"

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

Also, VRSTY are on the road, supporting Fire From the Gods. All dates are below.


VRSTY ON TOUR:
WITH FIRE FROM THE GODS:
2/05 — Brooklyn, NY — The Meadows
2/06 — Lowell, MA — Taffeta Music Hall
2/07 — Syracuse, NY — The Song & Dance
2/10 — Pittsburgh, PA — Crafthouse
2/11 — Columbus, OH — King of Clubs
2/12 — Cadillac, MI — Venue Event Center
2/13 — West Chicago, IL — WC Social Club
2/14 — Madison, WI — The Annex
2/15 — Minneapolis, MN — Underground Music Venue
2/17 — Denver, CO — HQ
2/19 — Los Angeles, CA — The Whisky A Go-Go
2/20 — Anaheim, CA — The Parish at House of Blues
2/21 — Las Vegas, NV — The Wall at Area 15

Eva Under Fire Drop "Murder Scene" Single + Video — A Rallying Cry for the Betrayed

EVA UNDER FIRE DROP "MURDER SCENE," A RALLYING CRY FOR THE BETRAYED RELEASED VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC.

BAND INVITES THE BETRAYED TO SING IN UNISON AND POWER WITH THEM ON UPCOMING U.S. TOUR WITH JERIS JOHNSON + BUTCHER BABIES LAUNCHING FEBRUARY 8

Listening to EVA UNDER FIRE (@evaunderfire) is like hard rock therapy, turning scars and demons into anthems of inner strength. Nowhere is that clearer than on the Detroit band's latest single, the sonically fierce and lyrically razor-sharp "Murder Scene,"  via Better Noise Music.

Stream + download "Murder Scene" HERE.

Watch the lyric video for "Murder Scene" Below.

"'Murder Scene' explores eating disorders, body dysmorphia, self-doubt, and how dreams can become nightmares when the same people who once cheered for you are now criticizing you," says singer and songwriter Amanda Lyberg. "The dream of being on stage comes with a spotlight on my personal flaws. I'm just a body. To be picked apart and judged and perceived. Anxiety is a liar in my head. It tells me I'm not good enough to be here. So, I fight it. I changed my name and my image to prove it wrong. Still the anxiety gets louder. I think it's trying to kill me. In a world so desensitized, it feels like death has been redefined as a minor inconvenience. I'm insecure about my body so anxiety might win. My skin is crawling, and every part of my body feels wrong. Maybe I'll call a doctor and get it altered. Maybe if I don't eat, I'll feel better."

"Murder Scene" is the follow-up to the blistering and inspirational anthem "Awakening," released October 17 via Better Noise Music. It was the first taste of new music in two years from the Detroit, MI quintet.
  

For all of EVA UNDER FIRE's new music, Amanda drew on her career as a licensed therapist to foster an open dialogue among the band members, empowering everyone to be heard during the recording. Her work in therapy started in 2018 when she graduated with a Master of Arts in Psychology degree and went on to work at a mental health clinic in Detroit, Transcendence Behavioral Health (owned by Dr. Stephanie Williams). That same year, her father passed away due to a fentanyl overdose. Her mother survived the same batch that killed her father and has been sober for the past six years. In addition to her thriving and busy music career, Amanda is currently a practicing psychotherapist specializing in trauma work, grief and loss, and addiction recovery.

Her story turned into a 2023 short film, My Rockstar, which used EVA UNDER FIRE music throughout, and has won over 20 awards in several film fests including Orlando Film Fest, Wild Rivers Film Festival, Toronto WILDfilm Festival, and many others.

In touring news, EVA UNDER FIRE will hit the road for a six-week U.S. tour with Jeris Johnson and Butcher Babies starting February 8 in Portland, OR. Later this summer, EVA UNDER FIRE has been announced as a support act tour along with Cody Jinks for Five Finger Death Punch’s 20th Anniversary World Tour 2026. 

View all of EVA UNDER FIRE's current tour dates HERE.

Stay tuned for more new music to come throughout 2026.

EVA UNDER FIRE LIVE:
WITH JERIS JOHNSON AND BUTCHER BABIES:
 2/8 — Portland, OR — Hawthorne Theatre
2/11 — Salt Lake City, UT — Urban Lounge
 2/12 — Denver, CO — Bluebird Theatre
 2/13 — Oklahoma City, OK — 89th Street
2/15 — Dallas, TX — Puzzles
2/18 — Tampa, FL — The Orpheum
2/20 — Orlando, FL — Conduit
 2/21 — Atlanta, GA — Smiths
2/22 — Nashville, TN — The 58’
2/25 — Washington, D.C. — Pearl Street (FREE SHOW)
2/27 — Millersville, PA — Phantom Power
2/28 — Frenchtown, NJ — Arties
3/1 — Pittsburgh, PA — Jergel's Rhythm Grille
 3/4 — Saginaw, MI — The Vault
3/5 — Columbus, OH — A&R Bar
3/6 — Chicago, IL — WC Social Club
3/7 — Minneapolis, MN — Fine Line
 3/9 — Madison, WI — Majestic Theatre
3/10 — Ft. Wayne, IN — Piere’s
 3/12 — Houston, TX — Warehouse Live
 3/14 — Lubbock, TX — Soggy Dog
3/17 — Phoenix, AZ — Crescent Ballroom
3/18 — Los Angeles, CA — Whisky a Go Go
3/19 — San Francisco, CA — Brick & Mortar

WITH FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH AND CODY JINKS:
7/20 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
7/22 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater
7/23 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Performing Arts Center
7/25  – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium
7/26 – Syracuse, NY – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview
7/28 – Gilford, NH – BankNH Pavilion
7/30  – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center
8/1 – Montreal, QC – Centre Bell
8/2 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre
8/4 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
8/5  – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
8/7 – Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake
8/8 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center
8/10 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center
8/11 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center
8/13 – Milwaukee, WI – American Family Insurance Amphitheater
8/15 – Grand Rapids, MI – Acrisure Amphitheater
8/16 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre
818 – Shakopee, MN – Mystic Lake Amphitheater
8/19 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
8/21 – Saint Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
9/8 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
9/11 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre
9/12 – Ridgefield, WA – Cascades Amphitheater
9/14 – Wheatland, CA – Toyota Amphitheatre
9/16 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre
9/18 – Long Beach, CA – Long Beach Amphitheater
9/19  – Las Vegas, NV – Michelob ULTRA Arena
9/22 – Salt Lake City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
9/24 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre*
9/25  – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater*
9/27 – Houston, TX – Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
9/28  – Austin, TX – Germania Insurance Amphitheater
9/30  – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
10/2 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP
10/3 – Kansas City, MO – Morton Amphitheater
10/5 – Biloxi, MS – Mississippi Coast Coliseum
10/7 – Huntsville, AL – Orion Amphitheater
10/8 – Franklin, TN – FirstBank Amphitheater
10/10 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
10/11 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
10/13 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
10/14 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
10/16 – Charlotte, NC – Truliant Amphitheater
10/17 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach
10/19 – Greenville, SC – Bon Secours Wellness Arena
10/2  – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena
10/23 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live

*Without Cody Jinks

KING ULTRAMEGA Release Tribute Cover of "Preaching The End Of The World" Honoring Chris Cornell and Supporting MusiCares

KING ULTRAMEGA have released a powerful new single, a cover of "Preaching The End Of The World", recorded in loving memory of Chris Cornell while raising funds and awareness for MusiCares, the Recording Academy’s nonprofit that provides mental health services, addiction recovery support, and emergency assistance to members of the music community.

Originally written and performed by Chris Cornell, "Preaching The End Of The World" remains one of the most emotionally resonant songs of his solo career. The new interpretation from KING ULTRAMEGA preserves the emotional core of the original while expanding its sonic landscape with layered guitars, cinematic keyboards, and a dynamic, atmospheric arrangement.

The recording features vocals by Ian Thornley of BIG WRECK, guitars by Pete Thorn, bass by Mark Menghi, keyboards and synth by Dave Kerzner and Frank Mitaritonna, and drums by Kenny Aronoff. The track was produced by Mark Menghi, engineered by Frank Mitaritonna, Dave Kerzner and Mark Menghi, mixed and mastered by Josh Wilbur, with cover artwork and video created by Costin Chioreanu. Original music by Chris Cornell.

Speaking about joining the project, Ian Thornley said, "Pete Thorn is a dear friend and fellow Canadian who I know played with Chris Cornell for many years. He’s a great musician, and we’re always looking for projects to do together, so it was a quick ‘yes’ from me."

Kenny Aronoff shared, "I wanted to be part of this project because I know Mark was involved, and I’ve always been a huge fan of anything Chris Cornell on so many levels. ‘Preaching The End Of The World’ is an amazingly beautiful song, and Chris’s vocal performance is one of the most passionate and emotional vocal performances I have ever heard."

Producer and bassist Mark Menghi reflected on the song’s meaning, saying, "It’s a song about loneliness and searching for connection, something I can relate to. Just listen to the lyrics of this song. Chris is authentic, emotional, and vulnerable."

Pete Thorn also looked back on performing the song live with Cornell. "‘Preaching The End Of The World’ is a beautiful song that I always enjoyed performing with Chris during my time on tour with him. I remember a show in Tel Aviv where he talked about writing it during a dark time, but ended by saying, ‘but I made it!’ I always think about that in a positive way. He made it for a long time, and we should all be thankful for that."

Discussing the musical direction, Menghi added, "When I chose this song for KING ULTRAMEGA, I had a late 60s Beatles production vibe in mind. I tried to honor what made Chris’s original recording so special, not only instrumentally but in the production as well."

Ultimately, the musicians view "Preaching The End Of The World" as a defining piece of Chris Cornell’s artistic legacy, and hope this tribute both honors his songwriting and helps support members of the music community through MusiCares.

The "Preaching The End Of The World" Lineup Is:

  • Vocals: Ian Thornley (Big Wreck)

  • Guitars: Pete Thorn (Chris Cornell)

  • Bass: Mark Menghi

  • Keyboards & Synth: Dave Kerzner & Frank Mitaritonna

  • Drums: Kenny Aronoff

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About MusiCares

MusiCares helps the humans behind music because music gives so much to the world. Offering preventive, emergency, and recovery programs, MusiCares is a safety net supporting the health and welfare of the music community. Founded by the Recording Academy in 1989 as a U.S. based 501(c)(3) charity, MusiCares safeguards the well-being of all music people through direct financial grant programs, networks of support resources, and tailored crisis relief efforts.

For more information please visit: www.musicares.org.