SPREAD EAGLE Shares New Single "Ant Farm" + Official Video

Hard rock veterans SPREAD EAGLE are pleased to share a new single today, “Ant Farm”, along with an official video, taken from their highly anticipated new album 'The Brutal Divine,' out on June 12, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.

SPREAD EAGLE is currently on the road on “The Brutal Divine Tour 2026”, with dates across the US, and in the UK and Europe throughout the summer. For the full list of dates, please see below and HERE.

The band stated,

“'Ant Farm' describes the slow, dark descent into isolation. It can be mental or physical, via drugs, depression, pandemics, leaving the grid… Anything that causes us to dig deeper and away from facing our demon. And nothing screams out louder than blistering guitars!”

Watch the Official Video for "Ant Farm" below:

'The Brutal Divine' is SPREAD EAGLE’s long-awaited fourth studio album and a fierce new chapter in the band’s uncompromising legacy. Known for their raw energy, streetwise attitude, and explosive live performances, they once again prove why they remain a vital force in modern hard rock.

The band described the new record as “an emotionally and musically heavy body of songs showcasing a unique command of power, dynamics, and melody. We have harnessed the energy of years of non-stop touring and turned it into a metal/punk thrill ride of an album."

“Lyrically, 'The Brutal Divine' challenges us to question our views and ask if we're truly as free-thinking as we may believe. Once that question is posed, the album progresses towards uplifting messages of hope and community”, they continued.

Fronted by the unmistakable voice of Ray West, the band delivers a powerful collection of songs that balance grit and melody, aggression and soul. Guitarist Gianmaria “Jommy” Puledda injects the record with razor-sharp riffs and soaring harmonies, while Rob De Luca(bass, vocals) and Rik De Luca (drums) form a thunderous rhythmic backbone that drives every track with authority and groove.

Produced by Rob De Luca, 'The Brutal Divine' captures the band at their most focused and dynamic - blending their classic hard rock roots with a darker, heavier edge. The album channels the intensity and authenticity that first put SPREAD EAGLE on the map, while showcasing a band that continues to evolve without losing its identity.

With a full slate of live dates planned in support of the release, SPREAD EAGLE is ready to bring 'The Brutal Divine' to stages around the world - where their music truly comes alive. This is hard rock delivered with conviction, attitude, and fire.

Pre-Order 'The Brutal Divine' HERE

"THE BRUTAL DIVINE TOUR 2026”

US Dates:

Jun 6 - Charlotte, NC @ Amos Southend

Jun 12 - Clifton, NJ @ Dingbatz

Jun 13 - Newark, DE @ Halftime

Jun 19 - Norton, WV @ RimRocks Fest

 

EU Dates:

Aug 29 - Issenheim, France @ Rockfest

Sep 10 - Frankfurt, Germany @ Huhnerstall

Sep 11 - Lichtenfels, Germany @ Paunchy Cats

Sep 12 - Wroclaw, Poland @ Klub Muzyczny Liverpool

Sep 13 - Reichenbach, Germany @ Bergkeller

Sep 18 - Grebbestad, Sweden @ Rode Orm

Sep 23 - Southampton, England @ The Brook

Sep 24 - St Albans, England @ The Horn

Sep 25 - Isle of Wight, England @ Strings

Sep 26 - London, England @ New Cross Inn

Sep 27 - Derby, England @ The Victoria Inn

Sep 28 - Birmingham, England @ Subside

Sep 30 - Newcastle, England @ Trillians

Oct 1 - Edinburgh, Scotland @ Bannermans

Oct 2 - Buckley, Wales @ The Tivoli

Oct 3 - Harrogate, England @ The Den

Oct 4 - Stockport, England @ The Spinning Top

GET TICKETS HERE

SPREAD EAGLE are:

Ray West - Lead Vocals

Gianmaria “Jommy” Puledda - Guitars and Vocals

Rob De Luca - Bass and Vocals

Rik De Luca - Drums

Saint Agnes Release "Get Them Out" Video Including Nine Inch NailsHomage

London's Saint Agnes herald the arrival of their Your God Fearing Days Are About To Begin album, releasing May 29 via Spinefarm, with fiery new single "Get Them Out."

Frontperson Kitty A. Austen, explains, "I wrote 'Get Them Out' for a friend who would listen to the bullying and the antagonistic voice in his head and believe it. I wanted him to see himself the way I do, as a beautiful person, and to treat himself better. This is my favorite riff on the record: It's a constant, revving build-up of tension, like an agitated, mental state that allows for no comfort or resolution. This was the first song that Jim Pinder (Sleep Token, Bring Me The Horizon) mixed from the record, and it set the blueprint:
crushing, spitty industrial balanced with expansive, melancholic beauty."

Watch the video below.

The visualizer is a direct homage to Nine Inch Nails' video for "March of the Pigs."

"We had an hour to spare at the end of filming for another song so we decided to do a one-take, live rendition of 'Get Them Out' as an homage to our favourite music video of all time. No edits, one shot, make-up artist cameo, and all. I'm sure people will hate us for it," says Kitty.

Prior to returning to the 2000 Trees festival in early July, Saint Agnes will be making two appearances with Alt Blk Era in May, before guesting with Black Veil Brides on a run of shows in June, hitting both the UK and Europe.

The full list of UK dates is as follows.

SAINT AGNES LIVE:
5/21 — London — Academy Islington (With Alt Blk Era)
5/30 — Nottingham — Rescue Rooms (With Alt Blk Era)
6/14 – Brighton — Concorde 2 (With BVB)
6/16 – Liverpool — Arts Club Theatre (With BVB)
6/17 – London — The Dome (With BVB)

Photo Credit: Jesse Rose

SCAR OF THE SUN to Join WHISPERED on "Return of the Shogunate" European Tour 2026

Greek modern metal force SCAR OF THE SUN are set to return to the European stage this May. Joining Japanese samurai metal pioneers WHISPERED as direct support, SCAR OF THE SUN will also share the stage with TORCHIA and CEREMONY for a relentless run of shows across Germany, Denmark, Switzerland, Belgium, the Czech Republic, and Poland.

Known for their crushing blend of atmospheric heaviness, metalcore intensity, and djent-driven precision, SCAR OF THE SUN continue to push the boundaries of modern metal with a sound that is both cinematic and devastatingly aggressive. Formed in London in the late ‘00s and now based in Athens, Greece, the band has steadily evolved into one of Europe’s most distinctive heavy acts.

The Return of the Shogunate tour will see SCAR OF THE SUN bring their explosive live performance to audiences across ten cities, delivering material from across their acclaimed catalog alongside WHISPERED, TORCHIA, and CEREMONY.

Tickets are available HERE. 

About SCAR OF THE SUN

SCAR OF THE SUN is a Modern Metal band from Athens, Greece. Formed in London in the late ‘00s as a Modern Atmospheric Metal outfit, they progressively evolved and distilled their sound into an eclectic mix of Metalcore and Djent.

BLACKLIST UNION Releases Explosive New Single “JACKSON” FEATURING Lorraine Lewis from Femme Fatale ​   

A High-Octane Re-imagining of the Classic June Carter & Johnny Cash Anthem Arrives Alongside a Cinematic World Premiere Video and a Massive Hollywood Showcase at The Viper Room

 

On Thursday, May 21, Blacklist Union unleashes their blistering new version of “Jackson,” the legendary June Carter & Johnny Cash classic, featuring none other than rock icon Lorraine Lewis of Femme Fatale. The track is already being hailed as a full-throttle “barn burner” destined to set radio stations ablaze worldwide.

 

The release arrives with the world premiere of the official music video directed by Paul Crosby (formerly of SALIVA) and produced by Chris Johnson, known for his work with Evanescence, Hans Zimmer, and more.

 

Pre-Save "Jackson" HERE

 

But that’s only the beginning.

Later that same night, Blacklist Union will storm the stage at The Viper Room for “Tommy London Presents The $5 Rock Show,” delivering what promises to be one of Hollywood’s wildest rock events of the year.

 

The stacked lineup includes:

  • BLACKLIST UNION

  • Ten Ton Mojo

  • Chad Stewart's Party Ninjas

  • Honor Among Thieves

  • Mursic

 

And in a moment fans won’t forget, Lorraine Lewis herself will join Tony West and Blacklist Union live onstage for a scorching performance of “Jackson.”

 

Joining Tony West for the night are:

  • Dee Hayes - Rhythm Guitar

  • Jimi Zolo - Lead Guitar

  • Nick Mason - Drums

  • Cordell Crockett - Bass

  • Jacob Cohan

 

The event also serves as the official launchpad for BLACKLIST UNION'S upcoming European tour this September as direct support for Faster Pussycat — a collision of legendary Hollywood sleaze and a dangerous new generation of dirty rock energy.

 

Tony West says, “Everything that is happening right now is like walking through the keyhole to my biggest dreams. I’m here to bring the wow factor and the fire to the firefight… so let’s rock this shit.”

 

Lorraine Lewis adds, “Working with Tony has been icing on the cake for me. Having newly signed with Cleopatra Records, FEMME FATALE is slated to release our full album in August, produced by Steve Brown. The timing couldn’t be more perfect for the FASTER PUSSYCAT / BLACKLIST UNION tour.”

 

“On tour I’ll be kicking off the night with my own brand of rock n’ roll, but I’m honored and grateful to share the stage with these killer front men — Taime Downe and Tony West. Faster Pussycat is such a legit and iconic Hollywood band, and Blacklist Union is a new breed of dirty Hollywood. Both bands have killer songs and hooks, and to be included with these bad boys… I’m over the moon.”

 

With Femme Fatale’s upcoming Cleopatra Records release produced by Steve Brown — known for his work with Trixter and Ace Frehley — and Blacklist Union gearing up for a massive European run, all signs point to a breakout moment for both camps.

 

Mark your calendars for Thursday, May 21st!

The single.
The video.
The chaos.
The fire.

Hollywood rock n’ roll just found its next anthem.

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TEMIC Release "Paradigm" Live at the Boerderij

Even before they officially arrived with their critically-acclaimed debut in 2023, TEMIC had already made a name for themselves in the prog space. The band features current and former members of Devin Townsend, Mike Portnoy’s Shattered Fortress, Neal Morse Band, Haken, SHINING and Maraton. With Terror Management Theory, they lived up to their billing as a supergroup. The album topped the charts in the Netherlands, reached #15 on the iTunes Worldwide Metal chart and was named one of the year’s best albums by The Prog Report, The Progressive Subway and other publications.

Now, as they prepare to announce their thunderous and grief-stricken follow-up, TEMIC are releasing a new video for “Paradigm”. Recorded live at Poppodium Boerderij in Zoetermeer, Netherlands during the band’s 2025 European co-headline tour, this setlist highlight displays the full range of their prog-metal star power.  

“‘Paradigm’ is one of those songs that poured out in a single writing session”, TEMIC guitarist and vocalist Eric Gillette says. “I had this concept for someone traveling vast distances through space. They’re slowly trapped inside a kind of cryosleep, only for it to transform into their version of paradise. The song came together in a way that felt really natural. It’s one of my favorite songs to play live, especially with the vocal interplay with Fredrik. ‘Paradigm’ is always a powerful moment in our set”.

Watch the video for “Paradigm (Live at the Boerderij 2025)” Below:

TEMIC’s debut album Terror Management Theory is out now on Season of Mist

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“Paradigm” thrusts Gillette into the spotlight. Following his stellar guitar opening, the Neal Morse Band member takes the lead with cleans that shine brighter than the North Star. “It feels like I’ve lost my mind”. While the song’s narrator searches for meaning amidst the great unknown, much like the natural order of the universe, the stars of TEMIC are fully aligned. Diego Tejeida stuns with cosmic swirling keys. Drummer Simen Sandnes and bassist Miguel Pereira collide into a meteoric groove. When main vocalist Frederik Bergersen Klemp and Gilette hit full throttle during the final chorus, the packed house at the Boerderij is transported to paradise.

The video for “Paradigm (Live at the Boerderij 2025)” was directed by John Vis and Geert Jan Schoonbeek and produced by Miguel Pereira.

Additional video credits

Camera Operators - Meriam Verkleij, John Vis, Geert Jan Schoonbeek and Bianca de Ruiter

Lighting - Espen Karlsen

Technical Support - Boris Stipdonk

Monitor Engineer - David Eve

Recording credits

Recorded live at Poppodium Boerderij in Zoetermeer, Netherlands

Mixing and Mastering - Eric Gillette

Live Sound - Geoffrey Bonnifet

TEMIC would like to give a special thanks to the entire Boerderij crew.

Together, this mammoth lineup is TEMIC, a high-energy, electronic-inspired, modern melodic prog metal band for the next generation.

Line-up:
Eric Gillette (The Neal Morse Band, Mike Portnoy’s Shattered Fortress) – Guitars and Backing Vocals
Diego Tejeida (Devin Townsend, Mike Portnoy’s Shattered Fortress, ex-Haken) - Keyboards and Sound Design
Simen Sandnes (Shining, Arkentype) – Drums and Percussion
Fredrik Bergersen Klemp (Maraton, 22) – Vocals
Miguel Pereira - Bass (Withem, Big City)

Recording Studio: Drums and vocals recorded at Top Floor Studios (Gothenburg, Sweden)
Producer: Produced by TEMIC. Drums and vocals engineered by Jakob Herrmann Gothenburg, Sweden)
Mix/Mastering: Mixed and mastered by Rich Mouser at The Mouse House (Los Angeles, USA)

Guest musicians:
Jacob Umansky (USA) – Bass guitar on the whole album
Mosaic Gospel Choir (Norway) – Mothallah
Garden State Threshold Choir (USA) – Mothallah

Cover artwork: Hicham Hamzi

Order: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/Temic
Stream: https://orcd.co/tmtpresave

Available formats

Digital Download

CD Digipack

2x 12” Vinyl Gatefold (Gold and black marbled)

2x 12” Vinyl Gatefold (Crystal clear)


Follow TEMIC
Official Website: https://temicband.com

Bandcamp: https://temic.bandcamp.com/album/terror-management-theory

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/21VXRBFEQrR6Xrot1y5t7I
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TEMICBAND
Instagram: www.instagram.com/temicband

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaslvfVCVrV4cdARmdiQKGg

CRIMSON GLORY Talk About the Response to CHASING THE HYDRA and Release a 24 Bit Hi Res Audio Version on Bandcamp

Crimson Glory recently released their brand new album “Chasing The Hydra”, the first new album in over 26 years. For fans who demand the highest quality audio for their music, CHASING THE HYDRA is now available as a 24 bit hi res audio download on Bandcamp at https://bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com

Crimson Glory shared their thoughts on the response to the new album, “Greetings to Crimson Glory fans around the world, whom we affectionately refer to as, ‘The Crimson Militia.’ Right now we'd like to take a second to say just how floored we are at the reactions to our brand new record, Chasing the Hydra, our first in 2.5 decades. It should be known that one of the goals in making our comeback album was to bridge the gap, so-to-speak, between both our debut and the followup, Transcendence, and our new record. We've learned throughout the years that albums 1 & 2 were the top picks according to you guys, the fans. For this reason, along with a simmering yearning to go back to our roots, it was important for us to accomplish that goal. Just sayin', we are honored by all the very positive feedback, which of course will drive us to bring it even harder live! We will see YOU on tour!  \m/“

“Chasing The Hydra” is currently charting at #3 on Sentinel Daily’s Top 30 Album Chart.

Purchase or Stream Chasing The Hydra: https://tr.ee/k3s7jc_MSq

Alongside mainstay founding members Ben, Jeff and Dana, the band announced in 2023 the addition of amazing new vocalist Travis Wills and guitarist Mark Borgmeyer. 


 
Don't miss Crimson Glory on the road in 2026:

JUN 12 ES SANTURTZI, Kabiefest

JUN 13 NL LEEUWARDEN, Into The Grave Festival

JUL 3 - ES CARTAGENA, Rock Imperium Festival

JUL 4 - BG SOFIA, Live & Loud

JUL 5 - GR VOLOS, Golden R Festival

JUL 6 - SE KNISLINGE, Time To Rock

JUL 18 - IT CREMONA, Luppolo In Rock

AUG 1 - DE WACKEN, Wacken Open Air

AUG 2 - GR CHANIA, Chania Rock Festival

AUG 5 - DE ESSEN, Turock

AUG 7 - BE KORTRIJK, Alcatraz Open Air

AUG 8 - DE GEISELWIND, Keep It True Legions

SEP 11 - US ATLANTA, GA, Progpower

SEP 17 - US MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 7th St Entry

SEP 18 - US MADISON, WI, Blades Of Steel

For nearly 30 years, BraveWords wears their metal heart loudly on their sleeve, as they celebrate the greatest genre of music with the most dedicated and passionate fans on the planet!
 
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TRIBUTE EVENTS SUPERCHARGE BON SCOTT’S 80TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

The third annual Bon’s Birthday Bash will be held on Thursday, July 9 in New York City at The Cutting Room (44 E 32nd St). The only U.S. tribute event authorized by the Bon Scott Estate, the Birthday Bash will feature vocal luminaries Corey Glover of Living Colour, Constantine Maroulis, Steve Brown of Trixter, Jimmy Kunes of Cactus,  and many more. The band will once again be Paul McGilloway on lead guitar, John Jackson on rhythm guitar, Ivan Bodley on bass, and Kenny Soule on drums, with the evening hosted by legendary rock radio personality Terrie Carr.

The event will also feature a Morrison Hotel Gallery pop-up showcasing never-before-seen images of Bon Scott by legendary rock photographer Steve Joester. Prints will be available for sale.

Held during Bon’s 80th birthday week, the event brings fans, musicians, and the Estate together for a one-night celebration of the voice, swagger, and spirit that helped define AC/DC’s early era. A true evening of High Voltage Rock And Roll!

TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE:
https://wl.eventim.us/event/the-third-annual-official-bon-scott-birthday-bash/691632?afflky=TheCuttingRoom

BONFEST
Bonfest 2026 brought Kirriemuir alive for a milestone weekend celebrating both Bon’s 80th birthday as well as the 20th anniversary of the festival. What began as a tribute, run by local children’s music charity DD8 Music, has grown into an international gathering, but the heart of the festival remains exactly where it should be: Bon’s hometown, the fans who keep his music loud, and a community honoring a legacy that still travels a long way.

From May 1 to 3, fans travelled from across Scotland, across Europe, and around the world to celebrate one of rock and roll’s most beloved frontmen. Across the town, Kirriemuir fully embraced the weekend. Local shops decorated their window displays, stages filled with music, pipe bands brought the streets to life, and generations of fans came together to celebrate not just what Bon did, but what he still means to people.

That hometown spirit was especially present at the Official Bon Scott Pop-Up, presented by the Bon Scott Estate, inside the original Scott family bakery in Kirriemuir. Set within a space rich in history, the pop-up became one of the weekend’s most meaningful stops, bringing fans into a place tied directly to Bon’s early life.

One of the weekend’s defining moments came during the “It’s a Long Way to the Top” procession, a Bonfest tradition that pays homage to AC/DC’s original 1976 video. In that now-iconic clip, Bon and the band performed on the back of a flatbed truck rolling through Melbourne, with bagpipes giving the song its unmistakable character. In Kirriemuir, the tribute took on a hometown life of its own. As the truck passed the Official Bon Scott Pop-Up, an especially meaningful moment unfolded when Bon’s friend Gabby joined the procession. Having been there with Bon in Melbourne for the original “Long Way to theTop” moment, her presence in Kirriemuir all these years later gave the tribute an emotional full-circle quality. It connected Melbourne to Kirriemuir, past to present, and the original spirit of the song to the generations still carrying it forward.

The statue remained one of the weekend’s central gathering points, drawing fans for photos, tributes, and quiet moments throughout the festival. Alongside the memorial plaque first laid in Bon’s honor, it helps tell the larger story of how Bonfest grew from a local act of remembrance into a global celebration.

For everyone who came to Kirriemuir this year, the message was clear. Bon Scott brings people together, and in his hometown, that connection feels stronger than ever.

For more information, visit:

www.bonscottofficial.com
www.shop.bonscottofficial.com
www.facebook.com/bonscottestate
www.instagram.com/bonscott.official
www.youtube.com/@BonScottOfficial

Black Lodge Records Announces the Signing of MAN RABID

Black Lodge Records announces the signing of MAN RABID, the boundary-pushing microtonal project from Swedish heavy metal musician Tony Jelencovich Aaberg, known for his work with Transport League, M.A.N, and Mnemic.

MAN RABID marks a bold new chapter in Aaberg’s career, diving deep into microtonality through the use of custom-built instruments tuned to a 19-EDO syntonic temperament. The result is a strikingly unconventional sound—warped riffs, dissonant grooves, and intense, visceral vocals that challenge the limits of traditional heavy music.

By stepping outside standard tuning systems, MAN RABID crafts a sonic landscape that feels both unsettling and forward-thinking, blending technical experimentation with raw aggression.

The project’s debut EP, ‘The Messiah Complex I,’ is set for release in 2026 via Black Lodge Records, promising a powerful introduction to this uncompromising new vision.

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Bask Announce U.S. Tour Dates with Elder

Since 2013, when they first came rumbling down from the Blue Ridge Mountains, Bask have sounded like they belong to their very own time and place. On their LIT Music Award-winning, critically-acclaimed new album, the band take their homebrewed Heavy Americana to a new dimension. With The Turning, they pen a heavy, heady and heartfelt ode to their mountain home in the sky.

Bask are excited to announce three shows with Elder. The Asheville natives will join the heavy psychedelic Massachusetts rockers in Richmond, Asheville and Atlanta during their upcoming North American tour.

“We are excited to join the almighty Elder this September”, Bask says. “Fans can also come out and see us later this month on our Midwest jaunt”.

The Turning is out now on Season of Mist.

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Bask 2026 U.S. Tour Dates

May 28 - Dayton, OH @ Cosmos Joe Atomic Lounge [TICKETS]

May 29 - Chicago, IL @ Live Wire [TICKETS]

May 30 - Albion, MI @ Albion Malleable Brewing [TICKETS]

September 9 - Richmond, VA @ The Broadberry* [TICKETS]

September 10 - Asheville, North Caroline @ The Orange Peel* [TICKETS]

September 11 - Atlanta, Georgia @ The Masquerade* [TICKETS]

"Music is an emotional outlet, but at the end of the day, it's also a way for us to hang out with our best buds", the band says. "The Turning was a challenge, but we weathered the storm and came out the other side with a beautiful album that sounds like Bask".    

Line-up:

Jesse Van Note – Bass
Scott Middleton – Drums
Ray Worth – Guitar
Zeb Wright – Guitar/Vocals
Jed Willis - Pedal Steel

Guest musicians
Clay White - Trumpet
Franklin Keel - Cello
Alex Taub - Piano, Hammond B3 Organ

Recording Studio
Echo Mountain Recording

Producer
Kenny Harrington

Engineer
Kenny Harrington

Mixing Studio
Acre AudioMixing

Mixing Engineer
Andrew Schneider

Mastering Studio
West West Side Music

Mastering Engineer
Alan Douches

Available Formats
Digital Download
CD Digipack
12" Vinyl Gatefold (Black)
12" Vinyl Gatefold (Transparent Orange)

Pre-order & Pre-save

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Follow Bask
Official website: www.baskband.com
Bandcamp: https://basknc.bandcamp.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/basknc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baskband/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thebandbask
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/44JvnzLiXzAtiMSDJTnFC7
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/bask/209266263

"Carry On" to Key West: Kenny Chesney Makes A Video

Beyond the obvious, there’s the essence of old Key West – a place where poets, pirates, painters and passionistas live and dream. For Kenny Chesney, infused with the magic of the writers’ haven by no less than Jimmy Buffett, it’s the characters, old bars, dusty streets and often unseen places that have drawn him to the storied town for years.
 
And after locking down the entire country radio panel in its very first week, “Carry On,” a sweeping single that invokes Schooner Wharf, an open-air bar on William Street’s historic Harbor Walk, needed an equally historic video. So, the songwriter/superstar from East Tennessee decided to show people seeking freedom, joy or just an escape what makes classic Key West so magnetic. Working alongside longtime collaborator Shaun Silva, the pair created a set of performance “Polaroids” intercut with those side streets and disappearing moments.
 
“Key West isn’t about who you are,” Chesney explains, “but what’s in your soul. It’s the great equalizer, with wisdom to be found just about anywhere if you listen. I knew I wanted this video to show people that heart – beyond what tourists see – and give them a sense of what this song’s really reaching into in terms of how to live.”
 
Whether on his bicycle, making his way through local neighborhoods, a boat out on the ocean or holding down the bar at Schooner Wharf, Chesney delivers a to-the-camera performance that creates a link to every dreamer playing for tips in a city where Ernest Hemingway, Shel Silverstein, Thomas McGuane, Jerry Jeff Walker, Tennessee Williams and, yes, Jimmy Buffett drew inspiration. As much an homage to the young man he once was as a reminder to not miss the lessons that are scattered in your daily journey, “Carry On” was shot to double down on the shoot your shot, savor the moment approach to life that’s defined Chesney and No Shoes Nation.
 
“It’s a different kind of freedom,” Chesney offers. “People here aren’t running after anything, but letting go of all that – and hanging onto what makes them happy. That’s the deal, really. It’s what I wanted this video to represent, and what I think reflects how this song hits me.”
 
Three minutes of feel good groovage that offers some bartender wisdom over moments of reggae undertow, bluegrass harmonies and a summer anthem chorus, “Carry On” became only the third single in Mediabase history to close out the panel in its first week. It celebrates noted artist/sailor and musician David Wegman, who first captured people’s imaginations in Heart Life Music, Chesney’s No. 1 New York Times Hardcover Nonfiction and Combined Print & E-Book Nonfiction debut.
 
“If you want to understand making the most of every day, of filling your time with creativity and laughter and adventure, David Wegman is all of that, and more,” Chesney enthuses of his special guest star. “When we started filming, I wanted him to be part of this, so people could see what ‘Carry On’ draws from. We had the best day shooting at his place, where you never know if you’ll find painters, musicians on tour or just friends from somewhere around the world… But that’s what makes it so awesome. Open your arms and just welcome what life brings you.”
 
With 158 stations out of 158 stations buying in, “Carry On” embodies everything great about who and what Kenny Chesney is. After all, if it feels good, do it… feels like a full-tilt summer refrain.

BLOODHUNTER Release Video for Cover Version of ANNIHILATOR's “Human Insecticide”!

Following the recent release of their latest single “Threshold Of Hell” featuring Fernando Ribeiro of MOONSPELL, Spanish melodic death metal act BLOODHUNTER have unveiled a brand-new music video for their crushing cover version of Annihilator’s classic “Human Insecticide”!

The track will appear on the band’s highly anticipated upcoming studio album Sons Of The Abandoned, set for release on June 12 via ROAR - A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music. In addition, BLOODHUNTER have announced a series of Spanish tour dates as special guest to CRYPTA. All upcoming shows can be found below!

Speaking about the single, guitarist Dani Arcos comments:
“It’s a carefree, fun, and very raw song by Annihilator that I think fits well at BLOODHUNTER.”

Vocalist Diva Satanica adds:
“A classic from this thrash band that it’s very convenient due to the current worldwide political events that was super hard to sing for me due to its speedy verses. I had a blast singing through it!"

Stream “Human Insecticide”: https://bloodhunter.rpm.link/humanPR 

Formed in Galicia, BLOODHUNTER have steadily carved their name into the international extreme metal scene through relentless touring, uncompromising sound and a clear artistic vision. Fronted by Diva Satanica, the band blends extreme metal aggression with melodic depth, groove and narrative ambition, forging a sound that is both ferocious and emotionally charged.

Since their inception, BLOODHUNTER have stood out for their conceptual approach and strong identity. Their music has always balanced brutality with atmosphere, drawing from themes such as ancient civilizations, power, human conflict and transcendence. Over the years, the band has evolved naturally, refining their songwriting and pushing beyond genre boundaries without losing their aggressive core.

Sons Of The Abandoned, produced by Tue Madsen, marks a turning point in BLOODHUNTER’s career. It is their most personal and honest album so far, shifting the focus inward to explore identity, vulnerability, personal struggle and the cost of pursuing one’s own path. For the first time, the lyrics speak directly from the heart, addressing inner demons, toxic environments, generational disconnection and the feeling of being lost in a world driven by individuality and superficial values. Musically, the album expands the band’s palette. Crushing riffs coexist with elegant grooves and striking melodic passages, while sharp contrasts define the songwriting: rage against beauty, speed against atmosphere, darkness against clarity.

With Sons Of The Abandoned, BLOODHUNTER solidify themselves as a band unafraid to evolve, challenge expectations and expose their own scars. This is not just another extreme metal album, it is a statement of identity, resistance and survival in a world that constantly demands compromise.
 

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BLOODHUNTER is:
Diva Satánica – Vocals 
Dani Arcos – Guitar
G. Starless – Guitar 
Adrián Perales – Drums 
Fabián Tejeda – Bass

SICKSENSE Return With Defiant New Single “Newsflash” + Official Music Video

SICKSENSE are back with “Newsflash,” a hard-hitting new single and music video that marks the next chapter for the band while signaling even more music to come later this year. Blending the band’s signature intensity with a fresh sonic direction, “Newsflash” is both a fearless statement of identity and a bold evolution of the SICKSENSE sound.

Driven by infectious hooks, crushing grooves, and the band’s unmistakable energy, “Newsflash” taps into the frustration of living in a world obsessed with conformity and judgment while turning that tension into an empowering rally cry.

“Newsflash is about being unapologetically you,” says vocalist Vicky Psarakis. “We live in a world where people feel a constant pressure to fit into societal standards that are always evolving, leaving us confused and afraid to show our real self. ‘Newsflash of the week, everyone’s a freak’ is the hook in the chorus that empowers you to be different, weird, quirky. Embrace it, own it. Life is short, we shouldn’t spend it always worrying about what others think.”

Vocalist Robby J. Fonts adds: “People love finding excuses to tear others down. Instead of building their own lives, they live to make everyone else around them as miserable as they are. Newsflash is about pointing out that irony and telling everyone: ‘You know what? Stay miserable. I’m going to live my life how I choose without worrying about what you think of me’.”

He continues: “It’s a fun anthem that’s a throwback to SICKSENSE’s original ‘in-your-face’ attitude while sonically pushing the band forward from where we left off with our ‘Cross Me Twice’ album.”

Accompanied by a visually explosive new music video, “Newsflash” captures the raw personality and fearless spirit that have made SICKSENSE one of the most exciting emerging acts in modern heavy music. The single also serves as a harbinger of more material on the horizon.

With “Newsflash,” SICKSENSE are making one thing clear: individuality is power, and they’re louder, bolder, and more fearless than ever.

At their core, SICKSENSE represent resilience, individuality, and fearless self-expression. Whether through brutally honest lyrics, high-energy live performances, or their hands-on approach to every aspect of the band’s creative vision, SICKSENSE continue to prove that heavy music has no boundaries when authenticity leads the way.

SICKSENSE is:

  • Vicky Psarakis — vocals, lyrics, keys

  • Robby J. Fonts — vocals, lyrics

  • Jackson Snowden — guitars

  • Richard Regier — bass, violin

  • Sam Neumann — drums

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Peacemaker FL Announce Signing With Papercut Recordings Unleash New Single And Official Music Video

Hailing from Brandenton, Florida, deathcore mainstays Peacemaker FL have today announced signing to their new label home, Papercut Recordings. In celebration of the news, the quintet dropped their new single "Reverse Bear Trap" and the official music video. Speaking about today's release, the band commented:

"'Reverse Bear Trap' debuts what we have in store for our full-length album releasing this summer through Papercut Recordings.

The song depicts someone who is seeking vengeance on a person who seeks to prey on and harm other people."

Stream "Reverse Bear Trap" here, watch the official music video below, and stay tuned for more Peacemaker FL news coming soon.

FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE Announces "Opera Of Ruin Burger" In Collaboration With Handcraft Burgers & Brew In NYC

Italian symphonic death metal titans FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE are storming New York City on May 15, 2026 for a show at The Palladium. To celebrate, they have teamed up with Handcraft Burgers & Brew, a top-ranked New York City restaurant. The "Opera Of Ruin Burger" features the following ingredients:

  • Smashed beef and sausage patty

  • Garlic aioli

  • Arugula

  • Tomatoes

  • Provolone cheese

  • Chili crunch

  • Parmigiano crisp

  • Balsamic glaze

  • Crispy bacon

  • Brioche bun brushed with garlic butter on top

This special, limited-edition burger is only available until May 15, so check it out at Handcraft Burgers & Brew before the show.

Visit Handcraft Burgers & Brew HERE: 110 W 40th St, New York, NY 10018

See FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE live at the following tour dates:

  • May 17 - Empire Live - Albany, NY

  • May 18 - Theatre Beanfield - Montreal, Canada

  • May 19 - Toyota Oakdale Theatre - Wallingford, CT

  • May 20 - Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom - Hampton Beach, NH

Purchase tickets here: https://shop.fleshgodapocalypse.com/pages/tour-dates

Ocean Sleeper Share Powerful New Video + Single "Break The Cycle"

Regional Victorian metalcore kings Ocean Sleeper return in 2026 transformed — sharper, heavier, and more emotionally resonant than ever before. Following a relentless two-year stretch of international touring and writing, the four-piece now steps into a new age with their most defining release to date — their powerful and defiant new single "Break The Cycle" (via BMG/Rise Records). Marked as the shining start of the next Ocean Sleeper era, "Break The Cycle" captures the band's enduring resilience in the face of adversity. 

"Break The Cycle" was born from a creative partnership sparked when Ocean Sleeper brought Point North to Australia to support their sold-out 2025 tour. Following this connection, and after landing in the U.S. for their headline tour and attending the Warped Tour to watch their friends Lil Lotus, Sace6, and Point North play, they headed into the studio the following day with Jon Lundin of Point North (Falling In Reverse) to co-write the track. The result is one of their most anthemic and emotionally-charged releases to date. 

"This song captures our struggle in breaking out of Australia and into the global touring market as an independent band," Ocean Sleeper says. "It's fast-paced, heavier than before, while still keeping the emotional depth with one of our biggest choruses to date. We instantly knew this song was going to be something special."

Hailing from Gippsland in regional Victoria, and all working trades by day, Ocean Sleeper's background is core to their identity and the deep connection they share with fans. Despite hailing from a small country town, Ocean Sleeper have never let geographical limits stand in their way — tearing down barriers and defying expectations at every turn. Through fierce self-sufficiency and brutal persistence, the metalcore four-piece have built a vehemently loyal fan base and following throughout Australia, the U.S., and Europe. 

FIMBUL WINTER Present New Single "Crowned In Ash"

Forging a sound that is heavy, melodic and atmospheric, FIMBUL WINTER honor the legacy of their death metal foundations producing music that feels familiar yet is modern in its approach. "Crowned In Ash" is the latest release from FIMBUL WINTER following the 2025 debut EP What Once Was. 

With a line-up formed of three previous members of AMON AMARTH, and completed with Clint Williams, FIMBUL WINTER embarks on greater exploration and development of melodic death metal. Drawing from their knowledge and experience in AMON AMARTH, and expanding further their artistic boundaries, FIMBUL WINTER brings power, energy and intensity into all of their sonic offerings. 

"Crowned In Ash" emerges from the flames in an enticing soundscape infused with intriguing melodic leads. Driving rhythms take precedence pushing the track's momentum forward while guitar leads continue to entwine across the instrumental layers and Clint Williams' monstrous vocals are unleashed above. 

The band states "There was never a question of what we should sound like, we’ve been shaping this sound/genre for decades, this is in our DNA"

An authoritative force prevails across the choruses in "Crowned In Ash". The fast-pace lessens its grip to allow the progressions and vocal performance the space to land with thunderous impact. FIMBUL WINTER ensure the track's main riff remains compelling and constant throughout, while deploying enveloping, shifting dynamics throughout the musical arrangement. 

About FIMBUL WINTER:

Comprised of three former members of AMON AMARTH, including founding members Niko Kaukinen and Anders Biazzi, FIMBUL WINTER strive to redefine melodic death metal. Based out of Stockholm, Sweden and Melbourne, Australia, FIMBUL WINTER formed in 2023 building upon their roots and the members' legacies in Swedish death metal. 

FIMBUL WINTER's beginnings grew from a spontaneous reunion performing AMON AMARTH's 1994 demo titled The Arrival Of The Fimbul Winter. The instant connection between the musicians ignited a desire to create something new that captured the essence of Swedish death metal in an updated style that is clean and modern without being polished to its detriment. 2025 brought this vision to life with the unveiling of the ensemble's first EP, What Once Was.

The new single release, "Crowned In Ash" marks the band's continuing trajectory. FIMBUL WINTER push their compositional creativity while striving to remain truly authentic to a sound they helped to craft. 


FIMBUL WINTER Is:

Niko Kaukinen - Drums
Fredrik Andersson - Guitars
Anders Biazzi - Guitars
Clint Williams - Vocals

ETERNAL RECURRENCE Embarks On An Emotive Voyage In New Single "Eternal Recurrence" ft. Mordian

"Eternal Recurrence" is the new single release from ETERNAL RECURRENCE featuring guest vocal performance by Mordian (DIAMORTE and SHIELD OF WINGS). Drawing inspiration from chamber music, ETERNAL RECURRENCE offer an alternative, more intimate take on modern symphonic metal. "Eternal Recurrence" is the title track from the project's forthcoming, self-titled, debut EP due to arrive later this year.

In "Eternal Recurrence", the metaphor of a sea voyage represents a symbolic journey pertaining to the grief and struggles of experiencing miscarriages. Nautical imagery is present not only within the lyrics but also across the instrumental arrangement of the track. The implementation of the minor key and driving rhythm of the 'Ashoka'-style theme represent the inevitable storms faced along the way. Meanwhile, a softer, major key version of this theme performed on piano at the very end of the song signifies gentle lapping waves and a safe arrival into the habor.

Project founder, multi-instrumentalist and composer C. Alex Luke comments, "For those fighting against such choppy waters, it can be emotionally devastating to watch friends and family experience 'smooth sailing' as they have healthy children seemingly easily and without any difficulties or complications. After a couple of miscarriages, it can feel like the cycle of pregnancy and loss will 'eternally recur'."

Guest vocalist Mordian, who also appears on the first single “Precious Stones", returns on this track. Bringing an ethereal quality, Mordian contributes to powerful harmonized duets with C. Alex Luke, and an emotive lament in the song's bridge.

All material on Eternal Recurrence was composed around a chamber ensemble led by German Dmitriev on violins, Steven Schumann on cellos, Maciek Szczyciński on double bass, and C. Alex Luke on piano. These elements are combined with aggressive guitars, lead work, and drumming rooted firmly in modern metal.

The upcoming self-titled EP represents the first chapter for ETERNAL RECURRENCE and introduces the sonic identity that will guide the project moving forward. Support through Kickstarter will help fund recording, production, and the collaboration with the orchestral musicians who bring the music to life. Their page can be found HERE.

Listeners and supporters can learn more about the campaign and follow the progress of the EP through ETERNAL RECURRENCE’s Kickstarter page.

Canadian Hard Rock Trio VON GROOVE Releases New Album 'Born To Rock' — Out Now via Frontiers Music Srl

Hard rockers VON GROOVE are proud to unleash their new album, 'Born To Rock,'out now via Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate their first release since 2001, the band also shares the new single "Angela," accompanied by an official visualizer, available to view below.

VON GROOVE triumphantly returns with a jaw-dropping new album that reunites the classic original lineup: Mladen on guitars, Michael Shotton on drums and vocals, and Matthew Gerrard on bass. This isn’t just a comeback, it’s a resurrection!

 

Marking their first studio release since 2001, the album feels like it was born in the same fire as their legendary 1992 debut. The opening title-track, "Born To Rock," explodes with the same urgency and swagger as their iconic “Once Is Not Enough” — even quoting it with a subtle nod that will send chills down the spine of longtime fans.

 

True to their roots, VON GROOVE delivers a masterclass in melodic hard rock, with blazing guitars, soaring vocals, and airtight arrangements. The production is punchy and alive, but the soul of the record is pure 90s AOR glory.

 

Even more exciting? VON GROOVE will be returning to the stage in 2026, bringing their renewed fire and timeless sound back to live audiences for the first time in years.

Order 'Born To Rock' HERE

Founded in 1990, VON GROOVE quickly made their mark on the Melodic Hard Rock scene. Their 1992 self-titled debut, produced by Richie Zito and featuring Deen Castronovo (later of Journey) on session drums, remains a cornerstone of the genre. Over the years, they’ve delivered fan-favorite albums like 'Mission Man' ('Chameleon' in Europe), 'Test of Faith,' and'The Seventh Day.' Despite going on hiatus in 2001, the members stayed active, collaborating with rock legends and contributing to major projects across genres.

After 20+ years, VON GROOVE is making their epic comeback! 

VON GROOVE are:

Mladen — Guitars

Michael Shotton — Drums, Vocals

Matthew Gerrard — Bass

Steve Hogarth Revists "Ice Cream Genius" In Expansive New Deluxe Edition

To mark Steve Hogarth's 70th birthday, Ice Cream Genius returns in its most complete form to date. Originally released in 1997, the album was Hogarth's first solo studio work outside of Marillion, a deeply personal, experimental and intimate record that has grown into a cult favourite over the years.

Ice Cream Genius was never intended as an extension of Marillion. Built around minimal arrangements, spoken-word passages, and unfiltered lyrical moments, the album explores identity, isolation and creativity with striking directness. Its strength lies not in scale, but in its vulnerability: A record that feels exposed, unusual and unmistakably human.

At the center of the reissue is the 3CD+Blu-ray Mediabook, the most expansive presentation of Ice Cream Genius ever assembled. Featuring more than 11 hours of material, the vast majority previously unreleased, this edition opens up the full creative world behind the album including all available live videos of the much-acclaimed "h Band" upscaled and remixed by the artist.

Complementing the Mediabook, Ice Cream Genius will also be released for the first time on vinyl as a heavyweight black 2LP gatefold edition. This format includes "The Last Thing," a track previously unavailable on physical formats in Europe, making it a notable addition for collectors.

Recorded at the Racket Club, with vocals added at Chris Rea's Sol Mill Studios in Cookham and mixed at Van Morrison's Wool Hall Studios in Somerset, the album was completed on July 20, 1996, following a break during Marillion's Made Again tour. The core band was handpicked from "the last people on earth anyone might have expected me to work with" and includes members of Blondie, XTC, Japan, and Eurythmics.

The title itself originated from producer Craig Leon, who would exclaim, "I scream genius!" in the studio when particularly inspired, a phrase Hogarth later transformed into the album's distinctive name.

Across demos, writing sessions, studio recordings and live material, the set traces the evolution of Ice Cream Genius from its earliest sketches through to the finished record. Alongside the music, new reflections from Steve Hogarth provide personal insight into the ideas, emotions and circumstances that shaped the album, offering a rare, in-depth look at one of his most intimate and uncompromising projects.

Full album available for pre-rder now!