UNDERGROUND METAL DARLINGS RIKETS RETURN WITH FUTURISTIC NEW SINGLE, "MISERY"

Stream "Misery" HERE

In 2010 the Rikets world collapsed as vocalist Scott Rose's health had suddenly took a turn for the worse, and he eventually "took his ball and went home".

Initially penned in 2014, the concept of "Misery" was born and then left to sit on a hard drive, unmixed and left in oblivion. Fast forward to 2020, losing family and friends during the pandemic, Scott felt it was time to fire up the writing machine and deliver the goods once again.
Going thru the pandemic as a frontliner, Rose had become increasingly pissed off, and one phone call with good friend Nic Bell inspired Rose to team up and get back in the studio along with Ben Schigel (Spider Studios) yet again. They re-recorded "Misery" to its final state, as well as the base skeletons for 5 more songs slated to be released thru Godsize Records.

With "Misery" being the first piece of metal music Scott had written in 10 years, he felt there was more to say and more creative doors needed to be opened.

"'Misery' is a journey into chaos and love lost coupled with a creepy sci-fi tale of how man and machine are fused together in bastard form," says Rose. "The transhumanism agenda is ruining our society"

The lyric "I am just bile, wires and disgust", is not far off from Rose's everyday reality, as he is constantly hooked into IV machines, and has been brought back to life not once, but multiple times now.

On December 2nd 2022, "Misery" will finally see the light of day, as Rikets prepares for more blistering single releases leading up to a fire breathing new E.P., ironically titled Tales from the Construct Alpha.

Join us as Rikets embarks on a new chapter of dark synthwave, fused with Alt-metal, which is right in line with the bands signature sound.. The All American Death Cult once again has re-emerged, with explosive new material set to infect the masses in 2023.

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BEYOND THE BLACK - Release New Single "Dancing In The Dark"

RELEASE NEW SINGLE
"DANCING IN THE DARK"
+
NEW ALBUM BEYOND THE BLACK OUT JANUARY 13TH 2023!

Today BEYOND THE BLACK releases their fourth and last single "Dancing In The Dark", before the album drops on January 13th. With "Dancing In The Dark", the band delivers the perfect anthem to leave the past behind and welcome new things in your life.

Jennifer Haben comments:
"Dancing In The Dark is about taking the choice to not give in when it‘s getting tough, and to fight for yourself! The song shows yet another musical dimension of the upcoming album and comes with memories of an amazing European tour, where it became a fan favorite!“

Watch the video for "Dancing In The Dark" below.
Stream "Dancing In The Dark" here: https://beyondtheblack.bfan.link/dancing-in-the-dark

Pre-Order the new album Beyond the Black here: https://beyondtheblack.bfan.link/beyond-the-black

German Symphonic Metal ascending stars BEYOND THE BLACK can already look back across a stratospherically successful career, despite their youthful years. Upon release, their 2015 debut album hit like a bomb in their home country. Songs Of Love And Death besieged the German Top 15 for weeks, which led to the band being awarded the Metal Hammer Award for “Best Debut” in 2015. Its successor Lost In Forever (2016) entered the German charts at #4 and paved the way for a huge tour throughout Germany, and across countries like the UK, Russia, and Japan. Since the band’s live debut in 2014, they have played some of the world’s biggest Metal festivals like Wacken Open Air (several times) and have toured as support to heavyweights such as AEROSMITH, KORN, SCORPIONS, SAXON, and WITHIN TEMPTATION. During the campaign for their third record Heart Of the Hurricane (2018), BEYOND THE BLACK landed their first-ever European headline tour, which took them across 10 countries, with most dates selling out.

Before they’d even finished the Heart Of the Hurricane touring cycle, BEYOND THE BLACK had already gone back to the studio to write and record album number four. The result was Horizons, released in June 2020, which entered the German album charts at #3 (CH #6, AT #16, BE #53) marking the band’s most successful album release to date.

Now, two years later, BEYOND THE BLACK are back to launch a new chapter. Following the release of recently highly acclaimed tracks "Reincarnation," "Is There Anybody Out There" and "Winter Is Coming," the band releases their new, fifth studio album – the self-titled Beyond the Black on January 13th, 2023!

Also, check out the latest releases from BEYOND THE BLACK:

Watch the video for "Winter Is Coming" here: https://youtu.be/QKW7_jOjTQ8
Listen to "Winter Is Coming" here:https://beyondtheblack.bfan.link/winter-is-coming

Watch the video for "Is There Anybody Out There?" here: https://youtu.be/_PjhX07dsIg
Stream "Is There Anybody Out There?" here: https://beyondtheblack.bfan.link/is-there-anybody-out-there

Watch the video for "Reincarnation" here: https://youtu.be/9JFFiH1Pg4k
Stream "Reincarnation" here:: https://bfan.link/btb-reincarnation

Pre-order the new album Beyond the Black here: https://beyondtheblack.bfan.link/beyond-the-black

SOULFLY “TOTEM” U.S. TOUR 2023 TICKETS ON SALE!

Underground icon, extreme metal trailblazer, third-world warrior, and leader of a diverse and dedicated tribe, Max Cavalera not only survives but thrives, blasting out riff after killer riff. The same voice, body, and spirit which launched SOULFLY in 1997 summons impossibly heavy noise to this day, throwing down ten slabs of monstrous music on the band's twelfth album, Totem, which was released this past summer.

Today, the tickets for the band's "Totem" U.S. Tour 2023 are now on sale. The 57-date trek will kick off on January 25th in Tucson and make its way across the US making stops in Austin, Virginia Beach, Brooklyn, and Seattle before the final date in Tempe, AZ on April 1st. Joining the band on select dates are BODYBOX plus HALF HEARD VOICES (Jan 25 - Feb 16), SKINFLINT (Feb 17 - Mar 5), and DRIFT (Mar 6 - Apr 1).

SOULFLY's Max Cavalera comments, “After the amazing reception Totem got from fans, I’m very excited to bring this intense tour across America! Once again, we’re bringing new upcoming bands to our Tribe. Support the underground!"

Tickets for the tour are now on sale at https://www.soulfly.com/tour.

Confirmed dates for SOULFLY's "Totem" U.S 2023 Tour with BODYBOX, HALF HEARD VOICES, SKINFLINT, and DRIFT are:
1/25/2023 The Rock - Tucson, AZ *
1/26/2023 Orpheum - Flagstaff, AZ *
1/27/2023 Inspired Moments Event Center - Farmington, NM *
1/28/2023 Launchpad - Albuquerque, NM *
1/29/2023 RockHouse - El Paso, TX *
1/31/2023 The Vanguard - Tulsa, OK *
2/01/2023 Trees - Dallas, TX *
2/02/2023 Come And Take It Live - Austin, TX *
2/03/2023 The Rock Box - San Antonio, TX *
2/04/2023 Scout Bar - Houston, TX *
2/05/2023 The Parish @ HOB - New Orleans, LA *
2/07/2023 Downtown Music Hall - Ft. Walton Beach, FL *
2/08/2023 Underbelly - Jacksonville, FL *
2/09/2023 The Haven - Orlando, FL *
2/10/2023 The Orpheum - Tampa, FL *
2/11/2023 Culture Room - Ft. Lauderdale, FL *
2/13/2023 New Brookland Tavern - West Columbia, SC *
2/14/2023 Tue - Elevation 27 - Virginia Beach, VA *
2/15/2023 Broken Goblet Brewing - Bensalem, PA *
2/16/2023 Baltimore Soundstage - Baltimore, MD *
2/17/2023 Dingbatz - Clifton, NJ ~
2/18/2023 Music Hall of Williamsburg - Brooklyn, NY ~
2/19/2023 Sun - Space Ballroom - Hamden, CT ~
2/20/2023 Brighton Music Hall - Boston, MA ~
2/21/2023 Higher Ground - Burlington, VT ~
2/23/2023 The Lost Horizon - Syracuse, NY ~
2/24/2023 Rec Room - Buffalo, NY ~
2/25/2023 Lovedrafts - Mechanicsburg, PA ~
2/26/2023 Crafthouse - Pittsburgh, PA ~
2/28/2023 Skully's Music Diner - Columbus, OH ~
3/01/2023 The Machine Shop - Flint, MI
3/02/2023 The Music Factory - Battle Creek, MI ~
3/03/2023 The Forge - Joliet, IL ~
3/04/2023 The Apollo Theatre - Belvidere, IL ~
3/05/2023 Turf Club - St. Paul, MN ~
3/07/2023 Waiting Room - Omaha, NE +
3/08/2023 Outland Ballroom - Springfield, MO +
3/10/2023 HQ - Denver, CO +
3/11/2023 Moxi Theater - Greeley, CO +
3/13/2023 Pub Station - Billings, MT +
3/14/2023 The Newberry - Great Falls, MT +
3/15/2023 The Knitting Factory Spokane - Spokane, WA +
3/16/2023 El Corazon - Seattle, WA +
3/17/2023 Bossanova Ballroom - Portland, OR +
3/18/2023 WOW Hall - Eugene, OR +
3/19/2023 Virginia Street Brewhouse - Reno, NV +
3/21/2023 The Phoenix Theater - Petaluma, CA +
3/22/2023 Goldfield Trading Post - Roseville, CA +
3/23/2023 The Atrium @ The Catalyst - Santa Cruz, CA +
3/24/2023 DNA Lounge - San Francisco, CA +
3/25/2023 Strummer's - Fresno, CA +
3/26/2023 Ventura Music Hall - Ventura, CA +
3/28/2023 Transplants Brewing Company - Palmdale, CA +
3/29/2023 Teragram Ballroom - Los Angeles, CA +
3/30/2023 Glass House Concert Hall - Pomona, CA +
3/31/2023 Music Box - San Diego, CA +
4/01/2023 The Marquee Theatre - Tempe, AZ +
* - BODYBOX plus HALF HEARD VOICES (Jan 25 - Feb 16),
~ - SKINFLINT (Feb 17 - Mar 5)
+ - DRIFT (Mar 6 - Apr 1).

Order your copy of Totem, here: https://www.soulfly.com/totem
Stream Totem on all streaming platforms: https://bfan.link/soulfly-totem

SOULFLY is:
Max Cavalera | Vocals & Guitar
Zyon Cavalera | Drums
Mike Leon | Bass Guitar

Order your copy of Totem, here: https://www.soulfly.com/totem

Deströyer 666 Drops New Music Video for "Never Surrender"

Black thrash outlaws DESTRÖYER 666 are now sharing the brand new music video for the song "Never Surrender." The song is the title track of the band's brand new offering, which is out today! Watch the video below.

'Never Surrender' is available HERE.

DESTRÖYER 666 continue to do what they are best at: kicking ass and hammering out heavy metal that is slamming straight into the face. No compromise, no sell out, no bullshit!

DESTRÖYER 666 don’t do whiny nostalgia but simply stick to their old school roots, which are reaching straight down into the golden age of metal while allowing themselves to sound fresh and remain relevant. The band originally started out as a solo project of BESTIAL WARLUST guitarist KK in Australia in 1994. As early as with debut album ‘Unchain the Wolves’ (1997), fast-tracked towards international acclaim. The even stronger second full-length, ‘Phoenix Rising’ (2000) had the Australians relocating to Europe to be able to satisfy the soaring demand for touring and festival shows. After a round of line-up changes, third full length ‘Cold Steel… For an Iron Age’ (2002) cemented the band’s excellent reputation. After a hiatus caused among other issues by disenchantment with the business, DESTRÖYER 666 returned with ‘Defiance’ in 2009 and followed up on this success with the rough and gritty ‘Wildfire’ (2016) seven years later that saw them touring and performing at all the relevant metal festivals worldwide on a regular basis again. The Australians filled the gap between the latest albums with the hard-hitting EP, ‘Call of the Wild’ (2018) that comes with a distinct taste of an unrepentantly classic flavour.

The outlaws from down under deliver another pummelling and relentless lesson in aggression with full length number 6(66). ‘Never Surrender’ is a furious assault of black thrash, chainsaw riffs, and warlike drums, offering no moment of reprisal as it rages on for 40 unyielding minutes.

With this offering, DESTRÖYER 666 takes no prisoners!

Style: Black Thrash

Line-up
KK: guitars, vocals
Ro: guitars, vocals
Felipe: bass
Perra: drums

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www.destroyer666.uk

Pre-sales: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/NeverSurrender

Available formats:
Digipak CD
Clamshell Box
Digital
Vinyl in various colours
Cassette

VRSTY Release "Welcome Home Part 3" EP

VRSTY Release 'Welcome Home Part 3'

Today, December 1

New EP Features Three Brand New Studio Tracks

Band Shares Unofficial Video for "D34D"

New York City-based collective VRSTY (pronounced "Varsity") — Joey Varela [vocals], Javy Dorrejo [bass], Chris Cody [drums], and Paul Gregory [guitar] — are serving up 'Welcome Home Part 3' today, December 1, via Spinefarm.

"Welcome Home Part 3' was super fun to write because all three of the tracks ultimately sound so different from one another," Varela states. "I also worked with other writers, such as Charlotte Sands, for the first time. That experience was sick! It helped to unearth a creative side that I didn't even know I had."

The band also shared an unofficial and intimate performance video for "D34D." Watch it Below and witness Varela's intensity as a performer and the song's melodic heft.

The 3-song EP features a trio of brand new songs. It follows 'Welcome Home Part 2', which is a Spanish-language version of songs from the band's latest album 'Welcome Home', which is out now. 

Watch the one-take video for "Dig" (Latin Version) HERE. VRSTY decided to craft these re-imagined versions due to Varela's heritage and his love for the sound of Spanish music. Listen HERE.

VRSTY are touring with labelmates Saul though December. Dates are below.

VRSTY ON TOUR:

12/2 — Chesterfield, MI — Diesel Concert Lounge

12/3 — Battle Creek, MI — Music Factory

12/4 — Bloomington, IL — Castle Theater

12/6 — Sioux Falls, SD — Club David

12/7 — Sioux City, IA — The Marquee

12/8 — Fargo, ND — TAK Music Venue

12/10 — Rock Island, IL — Ribco

ABOUT VRSTY:

'Welcome Home' is the band's debut full length for the label and follows last year's breakthrough 'Cloud City' EP, which has accumulated six million streams in less than a year and yielded the head-turning singles "Shameless" and "Massive." The latter was the most played on SiriusXM's Octane for two weeks in a row in late 2020.

VRSTY have perfected their seamless and fearless cross-pollination of metallic grooves and R&B-influenced, after midnight vocal swagger on this 14-track offering. VRSTY aren't just offering their own take on a genre; they have authored a fusion style that is entirely their own. 

"'Welcome Home' is an incredibly personal album to me," Varela shares. "I know everybody says that, and hey, maybe they're not lying when they do. I sure as hell am not. It was definitely a task, at first, trying to figure out how to phrase or sing something without getting too personal. But somewhere along the way, I threw that idea out the window and decided to say exactly what I felt. You won't find me trying to sound cool or using any fancy wordplay. It's just me in my rawest form, saying exactly what I've felt or experienced over the years, which is what has made me who I am today. I think if anybody ever wants to get to know me, this record will give you everything you need to know. No secrets. Just me."

TEMPT PUTS THE ROCK BACK IN CHRISTMAS WITH JOYOUS COVER OF BILLY SQUIER CLASSIC “Christmas Is The Time To Say I Love You”

TEMPT PUTS THE ROCK BACK IN CHRISTMAS
WITH JOYOUS COVER OF BILLY SQUIER CLASSIC
“Christmas Is The Time To Say I Love You”
Song is the perfect rock antidote to self described Queen Of Christmas,
Mariah Carey
Video features classic New York City Christmas Scenes

Watch out Mariah Carey! Better Noise Music artist, TEMPT have released an infectious Christmas single covering multi-platinum recording artist Billy Squier’s classic, “Christmas Is The Time To say I Love You.” The band’s performance is uplifting and joyous and truly captures the Christmas spirit. It’s the perfect song for rock fans to celebrate the holidays with. Squier originally wrote the song for an MTV Christmas promo featuring the original VJs.

“We want to put rock and roll back into everyone’s Christmas playlist and this gem of a song does that. It captures the Christmas spirit in a sincere, emotional yet fun way and doing it with the band gave it the right vibe and energy”, said TEMPT lead guitarist Harrison Marcello. “We all get an overdose of Mariah Carey during the holidays but there is no rock song that gives you the emotional lift in the same way unless you’re singing along with Noddy and the Slade guys in the UK. We think that this is the song to change that”

Marcello who is Squier’s godson had heard the song sung during family holiday gatherings and never forgot the feelings of love and connection that the song gave everyone. Squier was blown away when he heard the band’s version, “These TEMPT guys obviously know a good song when they hear one...and they can play it, too! I love their arrangement and recording. Now Christmas is the time to crank up your sound system - or pop in your ear buds - so you can blast this from the roof-tops.”

The video for the song was shot on location in NYC during the 2021 Christmas season. TEMPT lead singer Zach Allen described the process, “This song makes people smile and we wanted to not only celebrate the season but also to celebrate our hometown of NYC and the spirit and energy of the city coming back from COVID. We shot this run and gun style at many iconic locations including, Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, Fifth Avenue, Hudson Yards, and Radio City Music Hall. You can’t keep New York down and we’re so excited that this is finally going to get released”

The band also had a special guest appearance by Saturday Night Live ace drummer, Shawn Pelton. “We have to give a shout out to Shawn Pelton who played drums on the track, said Marcello, Nicholas, our drummer, was stuck in Canada on a COVID lockdown and we were really lucky to have Shawn sit in with us to do the track. He’s a great player with incredible feel. There is one spot in my solo where he catches a run with a drum fill. It’s just amazing. We’re all really excited to share this release and holiday cheer with our fans all over the world. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year”

The band is planning acoustic holiday sing-along performances at children’s hospitals and programs for underserved children in the New York City area.

ABOUT TEMPT
Tempt are lead vocalist Zach Allen, guitarist Harrison Marcello, bassist Chris Gooden and
drummer Nick Burrows. “Living Dangerous feat Dorothy” is out now on Better Noise.

Tempt recently completed a tour of Europe playing major rock festivals including Download, Hellfest, Rock am Ring/Park and Graspop as well as dates supporting, Iron Maiden, Shinedown, Tremonti and Theory Of A Deadman. TEMPT were discovered by journalist Malcolm Dome and manager Andy Gould (Rob Zombie, Linkin Park) and agent Steve Strange (Coldplay, Eminem). Tempt’s last single, “Living Dangerous feat Dorothy” is an infectious rock anthem that’s charismatic, commanding and timeless. The track features acclaimed singer Dorothy Martin from US rock act Dorothy and was produced and mixed by legendary Grammy Award winner, Chris Lord-Alge (U2, Green Day, and My Chemical Romance). The track will be featured on the bands forthcoming debut album.

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THE ABBEY Unveils New Song + Music Video, "Widow's Will"

Progressive doom rock new-comers THE ABBEY, ft. Natalie Koskinen (SHAPE OF DESPAIR), Jesse Heikkinen (HENGET, ITERUM NATA, etc), Vesa Ranta (SENTENCED, THE MAN-EATING TREE), and Janne Markus (THE MAN-EATING TREE), are now revealing a brand new song, "Widow's Will," along with a dark and beautiful music video! The song is the second single from the band's forthcoming debut full-length, 'Word of Sin,' and can be found below.

THE ABBEY comments on the offering: "This is the first song that guitarist-vocalist Jesse Heikkinen wrote for The Abbey. 'Widow’s Will' is maybe the most straightforward track of the album. It is a love song for Death, dedicated to our late loved ones."

In conjunction, THE ABBEY is now launching pre-sales for the CD and digital formats of 'Word of Sin,' which are due on February 17, 2023! The vinyl counterpart will be released on July 7 and pre-sales will be revealed at a later date.

Pre-order 'Word of Sin' on CD + digital HERE.
Pre-save 'Word of Sin' on streaming services HERE.

Aleister Crowley’s Abbey of Thelema was located in Sicily, Italy, and functioned as ground zero for many of the occultist’s most complex and groundbreaking hedonistic pursuits. Here, Crowley codified his ritual practices and took his concept of “Magick” to new, unforeseen levels. He rebranded the temple as “Collegium ad Spiritum Sanctum,” translating to “A college towards the Holy Spirit.” But the Abbey of Thelema was not without its controversy: A young disciple died in 1922 after contracting typhoid fever from the drinking water. And a year later, Crowley was evicted by Italian dictator Benito Mussolini’s regime, yet the mystery and intrigue behind the Abbey of Thelema remain.

It was only appropriate, then, that Jesse Heikkinen, a veteran of the Finnish music scene and a solo artist under the Iterum Nata banner, branded his newest musical pursuit as The Abbey. Drawing lyrical inspiration from esoteric organizations, their beliefs and his own practices, Heikkinen and co-lead vocalist Natalie Koskinen (Shape of Despair) weaved ritualistic tales from the darkest corners of themselves to pair with music that is a provocative, alluring kaleidoscope of dark, heavy rock. The result is the mystical Word of Sin, The Abbey’s nine-song debut long-player.

The Abbey tale began when Heikkinen generated the sudden urge to try his hand at singing in a doom metal band after laying down guest vocals for fellow countrymen Fuzzifer. His idea was to form a doom metal band with “big vocals” — a project for fun’s sake that would thrive off writing from the heart and improvisation. Those plans involved former Sentenced and The Man-Eating Tree drummer Vesa Ranta — the first name that came to Heikkinen’s mind for the project.

Ranta, now a professional photographer and filmmaker, provided the steady backbone behind Sentenced’s groundbreaking career that was brought to its conclusion in 2005. According to Heikkinen, Ranta plays “like a battalion of marching giants,” a not-so-subtle nod to the drummer’s mastery of the quarter-note. Ranta quickly took to Heikkinen’s early demos and suggested they add a female singer. Enter Koskinen. Koskinen knew Ranta from a video shoot where she was serving as a makeup artist. Reluctant to try a new band considering her Shape of Despair and career obligations, Koskinen listened to Heikkinen’s first demo and decided to give the project a go. Janne Markus (guitar, also of The Man-Eating Tree) and Henri Arvola (bass) were soon tapped to complete the band’s lineup.

Word of Sin was recorded between April and November 2021 in several locations across Finland. Drums, bass and Markus’s guitars were tracked at Kratio Studio in Oulu by Kyösti Rautio. Rautio also served as co-producer and mixed the album, becoming the unofficial sixth member of The Abbey. Heikkinen, who recorded most of his vocals and guitars in his stepdaughter’s room, surrounded by My Little Ponies, Disney figurines and a pile of esoteric literature, is careful to point out that The Abbey fails to drop into any neat, little subgenre.

“The album was made purely for self-expressive reasons,” he says. “My music is the channel where I can be as true and authentic as possible. It is also a somewhat safe way to explore and express the dark side of myself and the collective consciousness. Word of Sin may seem like a tremendously dark piece as a rock album, but it’s pretty lightweight for a doom metal album! The material proved so strong that it was obvious that it wasn’t going to be another side project. I think using the means of improvisation made the music sound more like its creator instead of it being forced to be this or that — and that seemed to work really well for us!”

Regardless of where Word of Sin falls between the vast channels of doom and heavy rock, the vocal interplay between Heikkinen and Koskinen is undeniable. Each has songs where they take the lead, but their harmonies and trade-offs carry songs like “Rat King” and “Desert Temple” to the fore, creating a restless, captivating atmosphere resembling vintage rock from the 1970s. And, for his first go at singing lead in a band, Heikkinen proves to be quite the capable vocalist, carrying a smooth, almost airy delivery on “Crystallion” and “Widow’s Will.”

“I didn’t think of it that much — my vocals all came naturally,” he says. “I still think I’m more of a guitarist than a vocalist, really. During the writing and recording, I listened to King Crimson’s Red quite a lot, so I’m sure I got some influences from John Wetton’s singing on that album. The vocal harmonies were heavily inspired by bands like E.L.O, Queen and Yes.”

Heikkinen and Koskinen didn’t know each other before the formation of The Abbey. Heikkinen met Koskinen for the first time when she tracked vocals at his home studio, but their partnership generated immediate results. “Nowadays, I usually record my vocals at home, but in this case, as I had yet to meet Jesse in person, I wanted to record my parts at his place,” says Koskinen. “It’s very important to see what kind of energy is between the musicians I’m going to work with in the long run. It turns out that we are a perfect match musically. Later on, I traveled to Oulu to meet the rest of the guys [Janne and Henri] and I must say that we had a very strong bond from the beginning. Sometimes things just happen even when you don’t plan them.”

“The right lines for each were found really easily,” adds Heikkinen. “There already were dozens of vocal tracks in some of my demos, but every time Natalie found her place in the song, she added something new into it.”

The creative process behind Word of Sin proved so fruitful that the members of The Abbey are already thinking about a follow-up. It’s a testament to the material’s inherent strength and the immediate bond between all five musicians.

“The Abbey will most definitely be an active and serious project for me - I do hope it will turn out fun as well,” wraps Heikkinen. And closes Koskinen: “I do have a feeling this band will make a long trip together.”

Links:
https://www.facebook.com/abbeyceremonial
https://www.instagram.com/theabbeyceremonial/
https://theabbey.bandcamp.com

Lineup:
Jesse Heikkinen – Guitar, keyboard, percussions, vocals
Natalie Koskinen – Vocals
Janne Markus – Guitar
Vesa Ranta – Drums
Henri Arvola – Bass

Cover Art: Alexander Reisfar

Bio: David E. Gehlke

Booking contact & management:
erin@aflyingfox.com (Erin Lynch)
https://aflyingfox.com


Pre-order: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/TheAbbeyWOS
Pre-save: https://orcd.co/theabbeysin

OBITUARY Share New Song “Dying of Everything

Death Metal Legends

OBITUARY

Share New Song “Dying of Everything”

New Album 'Dying of Everything'

Out January 13, 2023 on Relapse Records

Fall North America Tour

Continues Through December;

EU Winter 2023 Tour Begins in January

Listen / Pre-Order HERE

"Propelled by the inhuman vocals of John Tardy, the obscenely brutal guitar tone of Trevor Peres and rhythmic brilliance of drummer Donald Tardy, Obituary redefined heaviness throughout the 1990s. From undisputed classics 'Slowly We Rot' and 'Cause of Death', through an unexpected hiatus to their current creative renaissance, Obituary have pioneered, defined and expanded extreme metal, becoming one of the underground’s most recognized and respected acts." - Decibel Magazine

Legendary Florida Death Metal icons OBITUARY return with their highly anticipated new album, 'Dying of Everything', out January 13 on LP/CD/CS/Digital via Relapse Records!

Today, OBITUARY share the official audio for the album title-track “Dying of Everything”!

OBITUARY comment:

"We picked the title track for the second single to give fans a taste of something a bit different than that typical Obituary style and we are excited to showcase Ken’s writing ability when he and Donald put their heads together and feel it just adds some extra flavor & spice to 'Dying of Everything' and can’t wait for the fans to hear it!!"

Physical 'Dying of Everything' pre-orders are available HERE.

Pre-Order 'Dying of Everything' HERE

Album Art Credit: Mariusz Lewandowski (RIP 1960-2022)

Additionally, OBITUARY continue the North America Great Heathen Tour with Amon Amarth, Carcass & Cattle Decapitation tonight in New York!

OBITUARY kick off 2023 with their Winter Europe tour in January/February with Trivium & Heaven Shall Burn. A full list of tour dates is available below.

'Dying Of Everything' destroys in the time-honored tradition of early OBITUARY classics "Slowly We Rot" and "Cause of Death" while maintaining the killer studio sound that the band has been perfecting in their own studio since 2007’s monstrous 'Xecutioner’s Return'.

Like just about every album in OBITUARY’s vast catalog, 'Dying Of Everything' is instantly memorable; it’s a skill that OBITUARY have only improved upon over the years.

It’s unusual for a band that’s been around since the ’80s to be doing some of their best work in the 2020s, but that’s exactly what OBITUARY have accomplished through their do-it-yourself attitude and relentless touring on a worldwide level. “I think it comes down to passion,” vocalist John Tardy offers. “I say this all the time, but if something’s not fun, I’m not gonna do it. And we’re having more fun than ever.”

OBITUARY TOUR DATES:

NA w/ Amon Amarth, Carcass, Cattle Decapitation

Dec 01 New York, NY Hammerstein Ballroom

Dec 02 Toronto, ON History

Dec 03 Laval, QC Place Bell

Dec 05 Madison, WI The Sylvee

Dec 06 Minneapolis, MN The Fillmore Minneapolis

Dec 07 Kansas City, MO Upton Theater

Dec 09 Denver, CO The Fillmore

Dec 10 Salt Lake City, UT The Complex

Dec 12 Seattle, WA Showbox SoDo

Dec 13 Portland, OR Roseland Ballroom

Dec 15 Wheatland, CA Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Dec 16 San Diego, CA SOMA

Dec 17 Los Angeles, CA The Forum

Pennies by the Pound present synth-laden indie-pop 'The End Times' single

"One of Finland’s best kept secrets... quite chameleonic. Best known for their British prog-rock stylings, the quartet try a new size on in this current single – synthpop... truly of the 80s, only with a vocal timbre and passion of Marillion" ~ The Spill Magazine

"Big and extravagant.... this is brilliant music for here and now, wherever that may be" ~ Big Takeover Magazine

"A trippy ride... Loads of flair and professionalism from the band" ~ Amplify Music Magazine

"Indeed a wonderful affair... Pennies By the Pound should be on everyone’s radar as a band to watch in future" ~ The Record Stache


Finnish indie outfit Pennies By The Pound are back with their new invigorating single 'The End Times', the second single from their upcoming concept album 'Nothingside', out in early 2023 via the Lilith label.

Relative to the first single 'Burning Wish', which was beautiful expression of optimism and adventure channelled through a fantastic prism of British progressive rock, this synth-laced track explores the opposite end of the spectrum of emotions conveyed on this sophomore album.

Pulsing with the rhythms and sounds of the neon-lit eighties, 'The End Times' takes the listener on a ride through the turbulent times we (as well as the protagonists of the story) are experiencing at present, keeping sight of the light at the end of the tunnel - even if it is an oncoming train.

"This song is something completely different than anything we've ever done before, almost alien to us in many ways. Most of the credit for that goes to our producer Mr. Eskolin, who was instrumental in making this song happen in the first place," says frontman Johannes Susitaival.

"If I've mentioned before about the influence of all sorts of 80s records on this album as a whole, this is definitely the climax of all that. If you check out the video, you'll especially know what I mean. The subject matter of the album as a whole is a bit heavy, so we tried to bring out some light-hearted fun for a change!"

As with previous releases, the Helsinki-based band worked with Ride frontman Mark Gardener, who mastered the track at his OX4 Sound Studioin Oxford, and top national producer Rauli 'Rake' Eskolin, who has had over a dozen No.1 records in Finland to his name in the past 20 years.

Pennies by the Pound was formed by Johannes Susitaival and Vesa Ranta around 2017, with the lineup expanded in the next few years by first Tomi Laaksonen and then Alexander Meaney, both musicians from previous related projects. Having written for a variety of bands, Johannes began exploring his passion for alternative and progressive rock, which led to Pennies' self-produced 'Bloodshed and the Blinding Sunlight' EP in 2018, followed by their debut album 'Heat Death of the Universe' in 2020. This new release takes them to yet another realm beyond that.

As of December 9, 'The End Times' will be released across digital stores and streaming platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp, where you can also pre-order the full album directly from the band.

CREDITS
Music by Johannes Susitaival and Rauli Eskolin
Lyrics by Johannes Susitaival
Arranged by Pennies By The Pound and Rauli Eskolin
Johannes Susitaival - vocals, guitar, keyboards
Vesa Ranta - lead guitar
Tomi Laaksonen - bass
Alexander Meaney - guitar
Rauli Eskolin - programming, keyboards, guitar
Produced, recorded and mixed by Rauli Eskolin
Mastered by Mark Gardener at OX4 Sound

VIDEO CREDITS
Directed by Martin Brown with Pennies By The Pound
Edited by Martin Brown
Cameras by Martin Brown and Sam Gurung
Post-production by Sam Gurung
With assistance from Jayson Rohde
'The End Times' ISRC FI-LLH-22-00010
'Burning Wish' ISRC FI-LLH-22-00002


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CHRIS CONNELLY presents 'Union Square West' ahead of CD release of 'Eulogy to Christa: A Tribute to the Music & Mystique of Nico'

"Connelly, with his beautiful timbre and artistic candour, delivers a haunting and touching rendition of Nico’s music. Nobody performs quite like this masterful musical chameleon and here, he channels her fabulously, honouring her with depth and personability... impeccable delivery and smoothness" ~ The Spill Magazine

"Chris Connelly has never been an artist of convention... a thematic mirror, Connelly’s songs follow her story – adventurous, controversial, and misunderstood"~ Regen Magazine

"Gently stroking ears with its guitar cast melody, the song simultaneously looms up in tension and anxiety... a moment of intense beauty. Connelly’s tones as the music are emotion and tension personified, leaving his own mark on the song whilst equally bringing forth an evocative and haunting reverberation of its original creators" ~ Ringmaster Review


Alternative music legend Chris Connelly presents 'Union Square West', a welcome teaser of his new album 'Eulogy to Christa: A Tribute to the Music & Mystique of Nico', a colossal offering released by Shipwrecked Industries in the USA and Easy Action in the UK. This 20-track collection pays tribute to Nico - iconic muse of The Velvet Underground and one of the most unique, tragic and misunderstood female artists in the history of music.

This video was made by Chris himself, recreating Lou Reed’s screen test by Andy Warhol. Connelly notes, "Warhol's FACTORY was located at UNION SQUARE WEST between 67 and 68. This song celebrates the arrival of NICO at the factory and her profound effect on the artists and characters therein".

Connelly also recently shared the video for 'Femme Fatale' created by Iain W. Mutch / Walkerandwilliam in Scotland. Earlier singles include 'Eulogy to Lenny Bruce', heralded by some as Connelly's finest vocal performance, and 'Ripcord, Ripcord', which Connelly penned about Nico's rape by a military officer and the trauma of being in the rubble of post-war Berlin, both casting a shadow over the rest of her volatile life, creating the haunted spirit of Nico.

'Eulogy to Christa' is a labour of love, empathy, sadness, acting and channeling, along with Chris’s adoration of the dark corner of rock inhabited by the Velvets and their peers. Now based in Chicago, this album from the Scottish counter-culture icon sees Connelly purposefully adopt the personas of Nico, Lou Reed and John Cale – even Andy Warhol makes a cameo!

In four decades of making music, since his days with Fini Tribe in Edinburgh, Chris Connelly has over 20 solo releases and frequently collaborates with other musicians, including notable projects like Ministry, The Revolting Cocks and Pigface. He has also published four books (poetry, autobiographical and fictional narrative).

Initially planned as an album of 10 Nico covers, Connelly ended up writing additional compositions spanning her life, from her first Jimmy Page-composed single, The Velvet Underground years and her intense and unique solo recordings until her death. Connelly follows her from Berlin to New York via Paris, Ibiza, and Rome, then back through Paris, London, Edinburgh, Manchester and up to her tragic and needless death in Ibiza.

On this album, Connelly worked with producer and long-time collaborator Chris Bruce, who is a band member of Meshell Ndegeocello and also worked with Seal, Aaron Neville, Bob Dylan, The Waterboys, My Brightest Diamond, Cheryl Crow and Sam Phillips.

The album was, in part, inspired by the book 'You Are Beautiful and Your Are Alone' by Jennifer Otter Bickerdicke, who contributed to album liner notes, noting “This is a record to be played at full blast, all the way through, as a commemoration not just to Nico the person, the musician, but to art for art’s sake, for making something because it is important and needs to be done – an idea that is as rare and precious as Nico herself.”

The 'Eulogy to Christa' LP is out now digitally, available via Bandcamp, as well as Apple Music and Amazon. The CD version will be released on December 5.

CREDITS
Recorded at The Rock Noir July 2021 / January 2022
Mastered by James Scott at Populist Recording and Mastering
Produced by Chris Bruce
Chris Connelly: Vocals, acoustic and electric guitar, harmonium, harmonica, keyboards, bass
Chris Bruce: Additional instruments and guitar solo on 'Ripcord'
Sleeve design by Greg Rolfes. Layout by Kimberly Blessing
Nico cover photo by Alastair MacKay (Edinburgh Nite Club, August 1981)
Inside photo of Nico taken by Howard Goldblatt (Tuts, Chicago 1982)
Tray photo of harmonium by Jonah Rubash

Publicity by Shauna McLarnon @ Shameless Promotion PR
Management: Kimberly Blessing @ Shipwrecked Industries
Chris Connelly is published by Bicycle Music/Concord BMI
Dedicated to Nico (Christa Päffgen) 1938 - 1988
For the lovers on St. Stephen’s

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LA alt-pop artist FAITH MARIE presents a poignant chin-up message on 'Rock Bottom' single

"Faith Marie is carrying the sound and message of these dark times, conveyed in confessional first-hand narrative... A true gem among young singer-songwriters" ~ The Spill Magazine

"Important, universally relatable, and poignant... a fantastic blend of orchestral pop and urban edge, cool downbeat electronica, and a chill dance vibe" ~ Big Takeover Magazine

"A captivating artist who adds an extra layer of emotional depth to the sonic sensibilities of electro-pop and subtly shifts into the shadows of symphonic pop... an artist that translates every iota of emotion, nocturnal nuances into a work of art" ~ The Manc Review

"Eager infectiousness wrapped in emotive rumination and evocative tension... electronic and vocal pop spirit trespassed by darker injections of contemplation" ~ Ringmaster Review


LA-based alt-pop songstress Faith Marie presents her new single 'Rock Bottom', the lead single from her forthcoming EP, titled 'More Than I Am’, which is slated for release in early 2023. Her two-year hibernation is over following a series of lockdowns and other setbacks, this 3-track release taking a year to complete from beginning to end.

This new offering comes hot on the heels of November's 'NVM (Remix)', an infectious downtempo song about depression and the author's personal struggles to move forward. These two tracks constitute Faith Marie's first music output since 2020, when she released 'Nobody'.

Both are the product of collaboration with UUin, Inc., a boutique creative agency focused on curating and creating original content.

"'Rock Bottom' is a song I wrote when I was in a transitional stage in my life. I felt like everything was crashing in on me and yet that I was OK at the same time. I started to explore within myself why I was OK with something that would have emotionally devastated me in the past and I realized it was because I understood what was happening, stopped fighting it, and let go. I let myself feel horrible, I reveled in the human emotions and then I learned and let go," says Faith Marie.

"Unfortunately, sometimes we learn the most about ourselves at rock bottom, and so the most gratifying way to move through it is to be humble and let it inspire you in a positive way if possible."

Faith Marie's foray into songwriting began at the age of 13, launching a successful YouTube channel that attracted over 100,000 subscribers over the next five years, in addition to millions of streams via Spotify. Initial singles included the moody piano ballad 'Antidote', the orchestrally adorned 'Little Girl' and the electronic-laced 'Devil on My Shoulder', each of dealing with themes of struggle, anxiety, and hope.

Having spent her early years in Provo, Utah making music as a family activity, Faith initially traveled back and forth between LA and Utah during her teens while developing her sound and songwriting. Following her cover of Bring Me The Horizon's 'Drown', which went viral, she wrote and self-produced her 'Antidote' single. Since moving to Los Angeles, she has released a dozen singles, always writing from a subconscious place.

Producer and UUin, Inc. label head Amyn Bhai, who has worked with Faith since she was 13 explains, "Faith first wrote the lyrics to ‘Rock Bottom’, as she always does, and had some initial production ideas. As for her debut EP, we took her songs and built the production out with our friends at Slowave Studios, where she also recorded the vocals. It was later polished and mixed with Steve Phillips, our engineer. People can expect more honesty in song form. The production direction is tailor-made for her and the writing is 100% how she is feeling in the moment, translated into song form. Faith has significantly grown as a songwriter, as is natural with the passing of time."

As of November 30, 'Rock Bottom' will be available from fine digital music outlets, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp, where 'NVM (Remix)' can also be found.

CREDITS
A collaboration between Faith Marie and UUin, Inc.
Song written by Faith Marie
Produced by Dane Holmes & Caleb Loveless for Slowave Studios
Additional Production by Faith Marie, Steve Phillips and Amyn Bhai
Mixed by Steve Phillips
Mastered by Eric Boulanger
Recorded in Utah
Executive Produced by Amyn Bhai
Video Created by Ramsey Saleem
Edited and Colored by Ramsey Saleem and R3x Wonders for Som3wh3r3
Produced by Amyn Bhai and R3x Wonders
Cover artwork by Brellian (Sarah Johnston)


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FEUERSCHWANZ Release Cover of ABBA’s “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!”

Taken from First Covers Album,

'Todsünden', out December 30, 2022

Pre-Order NOW!

A sinful new covers album by FEUERSCHWANZ!

Storming the German charts with their previous #1 album, 'Memento Mori', the hottest German folk rock band FEUERSCHWANZ return – inviting fans on the most exciting journey through time. Presenting the greatest (and worst) earworms in the history of music, the spectacular covers album, 'Todsünden', will be released December 30, 2022 – exactly one year after the release of 'Memento Mori' – via Napalm Records.

The album includes two completely new songs, as well as the cover bonus tracks from their last two studio albums.

The album’s newest single, the band’s adaptation of ABBA’s “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)”, takes you straight back to the arcades of 40 years ago! This track’s existence in itself is a result of a bet made within the band. They agreed that if their latest studio album, 'Memento Mori', entered the German charts above the Swedish legends, they would cover this song. Lo and behold, the results were overwhelmingly positive, yielding this new ABBA cover!

Premiering alongside an official music video, the characteristic elements of FEUERSCHWANZ meld together with the legacy of Swedish pop heroes ABBA!

Feuerschwanz states:

“‘The world definitely needs another ABBA cover!’ That must have gone through Hodi's head when he made a highly dubious bet on New Year's Eve 2021/22. If 'Memento Mori'beats 'Voyage' by ABBA in the German album charts, we will create a cover version! Hodi, as a self-confessed non-fan of the Swedish band, then had to admit two things to himself: Firstly, 'Memento Mori' reached number 1, so he has to make the bet true. Secondly, the ABBA songs are not bad at all - quite the opposite! So listen to the folk metal version of ‘Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!’ - I wonder if there was mead involved? Certainly. Does the world really NEED ANOTHER ABBA cover? Probably not. Mea culpa. Mea maxima culpa.“

Watch the enchanting music video

Genre exploration and loads of fun aside, amidst it all, FEUERSCHWANZ clearly showcase their musical skills and development on 'Todsünden', convincing with ultra-elaborate sound. In particular, vocalists Hauptmann and Hodi flex their deft skillset, from skyscraper 80s-style falsettos to deep growling and even rapping (as evident on their cover of Deichkind’s “Limit”).

So jump on board this thrilling musical ride and witness FEUERSCHWANZ conquering a kaleidoscope of musical styles with ease!

Proving their versatility with every single song on this album, FEUERSCHWANZovercome linguistic, musical and genre-specific limitations and unite the tavern in a sonic feast.

Effortlessly combining different genres, the medieval folk rock geniuses reinterpret everything from pop to punk rock to metal hits without ever losing their own characteristic sound. From beloved evergreens like “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!” to chart toppers like their latest release “Blinding Lights”, everyone will find their favorite.

With humble support from musicians like Melissa Bonny (Ad Infinitum), Saltatio Mortis, and Angus McSix, 'Todsünden' is a musical spectacle beyond compare.

Pre-order your copy NOW!

This exciting ride starts off with a cover of Swedish pop legends ABBA.

FEUERSCHWANZ give their world-famous song “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!” a folk rock vibe with a gloomy but still uplifting atmosphere bursting into heavy riffing and drumming. Another pop-tinged rock song of legend is covered with Europe‘s “The Final Countdown”, but the album also features current highlights like “Blinding Lights“, Ed Sheeran’s “I See Fire” and “Ding” by Seed featuring Ad Infinitum’s Melissa Bonny. Punk rock tracks like “The Bad Touch” by the glorious Bloodhound Gang or tracks by German bands like “Hier kommt Alex” by Die Toten Hosen or “Der Graf” by Die Ärzte – a track that FEUERSCHWANZ honor with their very own trademark by telling ancient tales in their own fabulous way.

Similar treatment is given to “Engel” by German legends Rammstein, as FEUERSCHWANZ pick up the story and dress it in their own folkloristic gloomy sound, while in its new version, former European summer hit “Dragoesta Din Tei” throws the listener directly into a wild Viking party, releasing medieval power that will have them out of their seat in no time.

In honor of the metal scene, FEUERSCHWANZ present their very own version of Amon Amarth’s “Twilight of the Thunder God” but give it a new spin by turning it into a medieval hymn with 80s rock vibes. Other famous tracks include covers of Ghost’s “Square Hammer”, a turn at Powerwolf‘s “Amen and Attack” pumped with chanting violins, Sabaton’s “Gott Mit Uns”, and the all-time classic “Warriors of the World” by the one and only Manowar, which they present together with honorable guests Angus McSix, Saltatio Mortis and Melissa Bonny.

FEUERSCHWANZ are:

Johanna – violin, hurdy-gurdy

Hauptmann – vocals, guitar

Hodi – flutes, bagpipes, guitars, vocals

Hans – guitar

Jarne – bass

Rollo – drums

Musch Musch – dance & performance

Myu – dance & performance

A. Shark Performs VOYAGER's "Submarine" on Drums

Ever watch a shark play drums? Now is your chance! Perth's premier electro prog sensation VOYAGER is all about breaking boundaries and making the unthinkable happen, and as such, they've just launched a drum play-through of their latest single, "Submarine," featuring A. Shark! The bouncy and uplifting track takes you through a progressive pop metal journey that has been complimented for it's Devin Townsend-esque vibe. Deep down in the depths of Atlantizz we find a rehearsal space with A. Shark busting out the groove on the drums and this play-through of "Submarine" is the result. The clip can be found below.

We managed to grab VOYAGER drummer Ash Doodkorte for a quote on how he felt to be relieved of drumming duties and replaced by A. Shark! Doodkorte says:

"'Submarine' is a beast of a song to play on the drums - packed to the gills with chaotic fills and bombastic beats that leave me wrecked by the end. It was such a relief to hand over drumming duties to A. Shark for this one and leave it in his very capable fins. He really sunk his teeth into this track, and I think you'll agree that this frenzied performance is a joy to behold. We're going to need a bigger kit."

VOYAGER released "Submarine" ahead of their very successful UK/EU tour with VOLA. Voyager's new music video takes a dive into the depths of Atlantizz where the band are on the search for a new bass player. VOYAGER break out their fun and spirited side in this music video in conjunction with a song that welcomes the next wave of what Voyager has to offer. The original video can be found HERE while the single can be streamed or downloaded HERE.

ICYMI: In February of 2022, VOYAGER won the hearts of 'Eurovision - Australia Decides!' viewers, winning the fan vote by a landslide and coming in second place by a mere three points via the official jury vote for their song "Dreamer!" The band is readying for a redemption round and are currently in the studio working on a new single to throw their hat in the ring again for Eurovision 2023! Stay tuned...!

VOYAGER has recently released 2021's 'A Voyage Through Time' virtual performance on Blu-ray and LP on via Season of Mist! The performance was originally recorded on August 10, 2021 at Magnet House in Perth (AU) and aired on September 5, 2021 in celebration of the anniversary of the Voyager 1 Spacecraft that was launched by NASA.

'A Voyage Through Time' presents a one-of-a-kind visual and aural performance that outlines the progression of VOYAGER's musical career. The virtual live experience with full production is a journey across two decades and seven albums with a fan-voted set list, exploring a new and enhanced approach to the band's live show.

'A Voyage Through Time' can be ordered HERE while you can stream or download it HERE.

"Integrating new-romantic 80s vocals against intricate textures of flashy synth, technical Opeth-esque riffs and ambient soundscapes, Voyager are a genre-defying cosmic melting pot of prog metal, djent and power pop." - Metal Hammer

In 2020, VOYAGER's music video for "Runaway" was exclusively premiered via 'Eurovision - Australia Decides!' Following an application via the Song Portal, the band finally received recognition for submitting a track and were paid tribute on the live television broadcast that aired on Saturday, February 8 on the Gold Coast. The can be seen at THIS LOCATION.

The song was taken from VOYAGER's 2019 release 'Colours in the Sun,' which received a wealth of international accolades. Recently, the single "Brightstar" was the first place winner in the Rock / Alternative category of the USA songwriting contest! Last year, 'Colours in the Sun' was the winner of The Independent Music Award in the Rock/Hard Rock Album category. The record was released in November of 2019 and landed a coveted #1 placement on the Australian Independent Albums chart! 'Colours in the Sun' also debuted at #7 on Independent Label Albums as well as #27 on Official iTunes Australia.

'Colours in the Sun' can be downloaded and streamed HERE.

Since their 1999 formation, whatever genre norms, boundaries and regulations thrust upon Perth, Australia’s Voyager have been smashed. They embrace, if not brandish pop; employ a keytar on stage, and, bring forward a positive, if not uplifting feeling to their music, running head-first into the endless parade of heavy bands who see the world in a different light. It’s perhaps why the title of their seventh full-length and first for Season of Mist, Colours in the Sun, is apropos: Voyager simply prefers to see the bright side of things.

“Observations of the malaises of the modern world and the baffling obsession with purity and difference all make me think,” says frontman and founding member Danny Estrin. “We’ve never had it better and we’ve never had it more colorful. To me that’s progress, it’s adaptation, it’s evolution and it’s astounding.”

The follow-up to 2017’s Ghost Mile, Colours in the Sun finds Voyager enmeshed in rich, melodic, song-first tapestries, led by Estrin’s smooth, capable clean vocal delivery. Estrin is self-aware of his vocals, calling them “unique and ‘80s.” But whatever tag Estrin affixes to his voice, they are the propellent throughout Colours in the Sun, serving up a steady diet of soaring, emotive choruses, where melody is paramount and along the way, even getting some help from another distinctive belter, Leprous’s Einar Solberg on “Entropy.”

“Einar and I became good friends on our tours through Europe and Australia,” notes Estrin. “I couldn’t help but ask him to guest on the album. He is a fantastic musician and vocalist. I sent him a reference track which he swiftly ignored and laid his own tracks down. The result is stunning!”

The kaleidoscope of sounds that comprise the album’s ten cuts is the result of Voyager’s far-reaching influences, many of which go beyond the traditional realms of metal and rock. Estrin calls it “catchy at the top, proggy at the bottom, as if Dream Theater and Depeche Mode had a baby.” It’s almost as if the term “progressive” is too limiting for Voyager, particularly when the guitar tandem of Simone Dow and Scott Kay merge for complex rhythms while doing battle against Estrin’s vaudeville-like keyboards (!) on “Reconnected.”

The “proggy at the bottom” notice is served by way of the rhythm section of bassist Alex Canion and drummer Ashley Doodkorte, who stretch their musical tentacles across busy, active cuts such as “Saccharine Dream” and the syncopated “Water Over the Bridge.” “I think we found our ‘voice’ on V (2014) and have been building on that ever since,” says Estrin. “The synthwave prog sound is really something that has naturally developed and has been refined even more on the new album. Every record is progress — that’s what progressive music is all about!”

According to Estrin, the Colours in the Sun album title encompasses a “vibrant multitude of people coming together under the hot Australian sun to create a beautiful and colorful soundscape.” It’s capped off by artwork courtesy of Doodkorte, who made the piece out of photographs near his house in Perth. A closer inspection reveals there are seven suns on the cover, one for each Voyager album, topped off by an updated version of the band’s logo comprised of five strokes, one for each member. No doubt a fitting visual summation of a band whose progress can be the described in the most literal and figurative of terms.

“It’s been a slow steady growth over the years,” concludes Estrin. “Other bands come and go after a year of fame. I really feel like we’ve built up an incredible fanbase, especially over the last decade, and the deal with Season of Mist seemed the logical step to take it to the next level together.”

Style: Electro Progressive Metal

Line-up
Danny Estrin - Vocals
Simone Dow - Guitars
Alex Canion - Bass
Scott Kay - Guitars
Ash Doodkorte - Drums

Live audio, mixing and mastering:
Aidan Barton at Sovereign Studios
Remastered for vinyl by Simon Struthers at Forensic Audio

Cover design and layout artist:
Ashley Doodkorte
Cover photography:
Keith Mitchell

Bio:
David E. Gehlke

Shop: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/VoyagerAVTT

Download/stream:
Submarine: https://orcd.co/voyagersubmarine
Dreamer: https://orcd.co/voyagerdreamer
A Voyage Through Time: https://orcd.co/voyager-avtt

Available formats:
CD Digipak
LP in various colours

For more on VOYAGER, visit the band's official FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, TWITTER, YOUTUBE, WEBSITE, and BANDCAMP.

WOLFHEART & THULCANDRA to Support Fleshgod Apocalypse & Obscura on 2023 North American Tour

WOLFHEART & THULCANDRA

to Support Fleshgod Apocalypse & Obscura

on 2023 North American Tour

Tour Begins February 18 in San Francisco, CA

Tickets On Sale Now!

Napalm Records label mates WOLFHEART and THULCANDRA are thrilled to announce their upcoming direct support of co-headliners Fleshgod Apocalypse and Obscura on their impending winter 2023 North American tour!

The tour kicks off on February 18 in San Francisco, CA and will visit a slew of major cities in both the USA and Canada, coming to an end on March 16 in Los Angeles, CA.

Tickets are on sale now - see below for all tour dates and check local venue listings for tickets and more information!

Tuomas Saukkonen of WOLFHEART says:

"We are absolutely thrilled about the fact that WOLFHEART is finally coming back to North America and the company could not be better supporting the mighty Fleshgod Apocalypse and Obscura with our label mates THULCANDRA. Counting the days already to be on the road with this diamond package."

Steffen Kummerer of THULCANDRA, who will be pulling double duty on this tour with Obscura, adds:

"In February and March, we embark on our first North American tour supporting Fleshgod Apocalypse, Obscura and WOLFHEART. This nationwide tour will be the first shows in the United States and Canada for THULCANDRA. Pick up your tickets and don’t miss out on the tour of the year!“

WOLFHEART & THULCANDRA Supporting Fleshgod Apocalypse & Obscura

North American Tour Dates:

2/18: San Francisco, CA @ DNA Lounge

2/19: Portland, OR @ Bossanova Ballroom

2/20: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

2/21: Boise, ID @ The Shredder

2/22: Grand Junction, CO @ Mesa Theater

2/23: Denver, CO @ Oriental Theater

2/24: Lincoln, NE @ The Royal Grove

2/25: Minneapolis, MN @ The Underground

2/26: Joliet, IL @ The Forge

2/27: Detroit, MI @ Small's

2/28: Toronto, ON @ Axis

3/1: Quebec City, QC @ Imperial Bell

3/2: Montreal, QC @ Studio TD

3/3: Worcester, MA @ The Palladium

3/4: New York, NY @ Gramercy Theater

3/5: Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore Silver Spring

3/6: Richmond, VA @ Canal Club

3/7: Greensboro, NC @ Hangar 1819

3/8: Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum

3/10: Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall

3/11: Dallas, TX @ Amplified Live

3/12: Austin, TX @ Come and Take it Live

3/13: El Paso, TX @ Rockhouse Bar & Grill

3/14: Mesa, AZ @ Nile Theater

3/15: San Diego, CA @ Brick by Brick

3/16: Los Angeles, CA @ The Regent

WOLFHEART

Melodic death metal powerhouse WOLFHEART released their latest full-length studio album, 'King of the North', in September 2022. Each song on 'King of the North' is dedicated to a different story of Finnish mythology – underlined by WOLFHEART’s grand, crushing songwriting and production.

“The King”, for instance, tells the tale of the forest god with horns and pianos accompanying heavy guitar riffs and solos, before raising the energy levels once more on the relentless “Cold Flame” featuring Karl Sanders.

“Ancestor” is the album’s most frostbitten anthem, unleashing WOLFHEART’s acclaimed brand of crushing blast beasts and cutting-edge vocal performances alongside guest Jesse Leach of Killswitch Engage.

'King of the North' is a true masterpiece of melodic death metal, crafted with loads of attention to detail and intricate mythology-driven storytelling – showcasing WOLFHEART at never-before-heard artistic levels!

WOLFHEART are:

Tuomas Saukkonen - guitar, vocals

Joonas Kauppinen - drums

Lauri Silvonen - bass, vocals

Vagelis Karzis - guitar, vocals

THULCANDRA

Death/black metal mainstays THULCANDRA released their latest studio album, 'A Dying Wish', to great acclaim in 2021.

Since originating with Obscura mastermind Steffen Kummerer in 2003, the band has become an indispensable protagonist in the European extreme metal-sphere that reaches way back to the magnificent origins of their genres. 'A Dying Wish' was produced at Unisound Studio by Dan Swanö, keeping the black flame of Jon Nödtveidt alive and worthy.

'A Dying Wish' transports the listener right into an icy soundscape of a never ending, severe winter. With 10 blood-freezing tracks delivering clashing guitar riffs, epic downtempo moments driven by atmospheric acoustic guitars and rapid outbursts of dark and raspy screams, THULCANDRA created another record that continues the great legacy of true death metal.

THULCANDRA on 'A Dying Wish' are:

Steffen Kummerer – guitar, vocals

Mariano Delastik – guitar

Christian Kratzer – bass

Alessandro Delastik – drums

GEARS Wraps Up the Year with "Lost Again"

'"Lost Again" is just one of those songs that I think everyone can relate to. We have all been in that situation or those situations where it seems like we're reliving it over and over trying to find out where we've gone wrong and how we ended up, yet again, lost. We neurotically replay the whole scenario in our heads and for the life of us, we can not see exactly where it went bad and led us further into our current state. It's not all bad though. Having the ability to objectively search for a point or points where it began to go in the wrong direction should give us the knowledge and wisdom to have the ability to apply what each situation has taught us to be better in the future."' - Jimmy, GEARS

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Artist: GEARS

Video by: JT Ibanez

Release Date: NOV 25, 2021

Performed by: GEARS

Engineered by: Chris Dawson

Produced by: Chris Dawson

Co-Produced by: Jimmy Beattie

Mixed by: Chris Dawson at Aphotic Studios

Mastered by: Mike Kalajian at Rogue Planet Mastering

"This has been an amazing 12-18 months for us as a band. We want to thank Chris Dawson and Jimmy Beattie for bringing out the best in the band and helping to move us forward. JT Ibanez for bringing everything visually creative to fruition, and beyond, in all of the videos we've done together. Gary, Rob, and the whole team at LandShark for working their asses off at radio on our behalf to bust down those doors. Allyson, for always being our "huckleberry" no matter how ridiculous what we are doing is. Last but not least, our Street Team and everyone who continues to stream, purchase, watch, request, and share, our stuff relentlessly! We look forward to seeing everyone out there on the road in 2023!" - GEARS

GEARS:

Trip Sixx - Vocals

Josh Routt - Bass

Chris Black- Guitar

Max Carrillo - Guitar

Jimmy Wooten - Drums

About GEARS

Rock needs reinvention. It only moves forward when a band pushes it to do so. Enter: GEARS. Finding a sweet spot between metal, R&B, hip-hop, and alternative, the Miami, FL group—Jimmy Wooten [drums] and Tripp Sixx [vocals]

—zigs and zags past all expectations and burns down one convention after another in the process. Racking up hundreds of thousands of streams and views, collaborating with everyone from members of Living Colour to Sevendust, and receiving plugs from Metal Insider and more, they usher in a new era of rock with a series of singles and their forthcoming independent debut album.

“There’s something for everyone,” observes Jimmy. “It’s heavy. It’s soulful. It’s melodic. The band’s versatility is our strength. We’ll bring R&B and hip-hop into rock, but we’re doing it in our own tight and cohesive way.”

GEARS initially began to grind back in 2014. New York native Tripp wound up in Florida and met fellow Northeast transplant, Jimmy. Bonding over shared influences such as Prince, Alice In Chains, Deftones, and more, they carefully carved out a singular style. After playing countless shows and dropping the Pride Comes Before the Fall EP in 2015, the band teamed up with Sevendust vocalist Lajon Witherspoon on “Tango Yankee.” Meanwhile, Sevendust guitarist Clint Lowery contributed guitar to the latter as well as to the singles “Stronger Than Pain” and “King.” They also collaborated with the likes of Corey Lowery [Seether] and Troy McLawhorn [Evanescence] in addition to dueting with legendary Living Colour frontman Corey Glover on a cover of the classic “Cult of Personality.”

Along the way, they crossed paths with producer Chris Dawson [SAUL, Any Given Sin, Seasons After] and found the perfect production partner. Hitting the studio in 2020, they immediately uncovered undeniable creative chemistry.

“It just hit,” adds Trip. “It came together really quickly, and we clicked with Dawson on all fronts.”

With Dawson behind the board, they completed their 2021 single “Wasteland”. Airy electronics give way to head-nodding drums and chugging guitars on the track. Trip’s soulful cadence twists and turns through the beats before culminating in the catchy chorus, “Save me, locked in a cage, and I can’t get out.”

“It’s about being trapped in a mindset you don’t see any way out of,” the frontman states.

“It encompasses a lot of things,” Jimmy elaborates. “It’s easy to become trapped in continuous circles in life where you’re doing the same things over and over again. As a band, you have to reach outside of the box, work with someone new, try something different, and change the sound. Following the Pandemic, it’s like a rebirth for GEARS in a weird way, so we decided to push the envelope.”

Gears single “Wasteland” went on to achieve even greater heights as “Wasteland” hit the Top 20 Billboard Mainstream Rock Indicator and Top 50 Mediabase Active Rock. They won’t stop pushing the envelope either. For as much as Gears urge rock to evolve, they elicit a classic reaction. “When you leave a concert, we want you to feel like it was worth it,” Tripp leaves off. “We want you to bop, jump, yell, scream, and do it all. We try to give listeners this gratification.” “We hit you with as many emotions as possible,” agrees Jimmy. “Maybe a song will affect you and connect on a deeper level—or you’ll be able to bounce to it simply. This is meant to spark a physical and emotional reaction.”

And Gears continues to take their listeners with them as their last single “Don’t Want To Say Goodbye” was placed on Octane TEST Drive and with the culmination was a successful shift forward. The way was clear and the opportunities boundlessly continued to develop as Gears on 8/5 released "Good Enough" and radio rotation was heavy. "Good Enough" was also in the Top 50 Mediabase and Top 20 Billboard Mainstream Rock Indicator.

Now finishing out 2022 Gears wanted to give their fans a wrap-up of appreciation for all their support and blaze into 2023 with "Lost Again". Touring is on the horizon along with more Gears music - so be ready!

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AMBERIAN DAWN Enchant with Third Single “Super Trouper” + Lyric Video

New Covers Album,

'Take A Chance – A Metal Tribute to ABBA',

Out this Friday, December 2 via Napalm Records

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ABBA metal pack AMBERIAN DAWN take their chance and follow their passion into a new era of the symphonic metal genre. Combining nostalgic earworms with their dashing trademark sound, the Finnish quintet enchant fans with their cheerful ABBA classics.

After the band released their latest singles “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)” and “SOS”, the vintage soundscape now reaches a higher level. Taking you straight back to arcades of the past, the third single “Super Trouper” convinces with high energy, skillful drums and deft guitar riffs.

The cover version of the very successful track comes around with an exciting lyric video and is cut from AMBERIAN DAWN’s upcoming covers album, bringing world famous songs by the legendary ABBA to the metal dance floor. The new covers album, 'Take A Chance – A Metal Tribute to ABBA', will drop this Friday, December 2 via Napalm Records.

Follow AMBERIAN DAWN and ABBA’s legacy and dive into the fascinating worlds of two genres combined!

AMBERIAN DAWN on the new single:

“Super Trouper became one of the best-sounding songs on this album. Capri's voice is just perfect for this one. Mikko Karmila created a very powerful sound with his mixing. All the elements like the vocals parts and the instruments are well balanced.”

Watch the Lyric Video for Single “Super Trouper”

Continuing their legacy from the previous album, 'Looking For You' (2020), AMBERIAN DAWN have assembled to introduce ABBA-Metal, proving the band does not shy away from experimenting with genres while still staying true to their metal origins.

Earworms combined with characteristic AMBERIAN DAWN elements truly metallicize the ABBA legacy and transform it into a metal experience like never heard before. With skillfully implemented synthesizers creating vintage sounding keys, guitar riffs and vocalist Capri’s angelic voice, the original lines immerse perfectly with rocking instrumentals.

Dashing drums ensure a high-paced experience that expresses the band’s identity without losing the catchy ABBA-reminiscent keyboards, renowned lyrics and nostalgic feeling of the original. Including evergreens like “Mamma Mia” and “Super Trouper”, AMBERIAN DAWN enchants with a variety of tracks.

Representing a wide array of ABBA songs from high energy to moving metal ballads like “Like An Angel Walking Through My Room”, the band delivers astounding ABBA-Metal to a broad audience. So Take A Chance on AMBERIAN DAWN’s new album and get lost in the glorious new metal world of ABBA.

Tuomas Seppälä on the album:

“This was a ‘must do album’ for me. We had so much fun in 2019 working on our first cover song ever (which was ABBA’s ‘Lay All Your Love On Me’), that it was easy to make a decision to continue with a full ABBA covers album. The songs have been carefully selected, there’s a couple of big hit songs of course, but some of my personal favorites, like ‘The Day Before You Came’, are also included. The recording project was eventually a really big challenge for all of us and needed a lot of work, but we’re all 100% satisfied with the results. This album really sounds like an AMBERIAN DAWN album."

Pre-order your copy NOW!

AMBERIAN DAWN are:

Capri - vocals

Tuomas Seppälä - keyboards

Emil Pohjalainen - guitar

Jukka Hoffren - bass

Joonas Pykäläaho - drums

New double album from Jeremy Edge: "Saints and Souls" Volume 1 and Volume 2 New SIngle "Move On"

New double album from Jeremy Edge: "Saints and Souls" Volume 1 and Volume 2
New Single "Move On" featuring Derek Sherinian out on Dec 2nd

After 4 top 50 Active Rock singles with Candlelight Red, Jeremy Edge launched The Jeremy Edge Project in 2020 Making a departure stylistically with more blues-based, guitar-based rock.

After extensive gigging in 2021 including dates with Lita Ford, Jackyl, Randy Hansen, Derek St Holmes and Gary Hoey, Edge and crew are back with their sophomore effort Saints and Souls, being released in two volumes. This record was more than a year in the making, recorded and mixed in different locations and is in the spirit of the classic rock and blues albums that first inspired Jeremy to play. The album contains artwork and lyrical imagery inspired by New Orleans and some of the stories and folklore surrounding it. It is named as a tip of the hat to the Haitian traditions of "All Saints Day" and "All Souls Day" as a means of celebrating life and those who have passed. There is a recurring theme of light and dark and a struggle to overcome adversity. Some are personal stories, some are about modern times, and some are based on fiction and folklore but all have this recurring theme.

The band is rounded out by John DeLowery on bass and Ray Gieda on drums with guest appearances by Derek Sherinian (Dream Theater, Black Country Communion) playing keys on "Move On" and "Hellride", with select tracks mixed by Kevin "Caveman" Shirley (Led Zeppelin, The Black Crowes, Joe Bonamassa, etc…). The band will be out on the road supporting this through 2023.

The first single: "Move On" hits streaming outlets on Dec 2nd, with the full album of volume dropping on Dec 23rd.

Check out the video below.

Physical CDs Vinyl and Official merch is available at:

https://www.dekoentertainment.com/the-jeremy-edge-project

Album Personnel:
Jeremy Edge - Vocals, Guitars
John Delowery - Bass
Ray Gieda - Drums and Percussion

Keyboards - Derek Sherinian and Jeremy Baum
Backing Vocals - Ronda Brill
Harmonica - Byron Winchester

Recorded and Mixed By Jeremy Edge with additional mixing by Kevin "Caveman" Shirley and additional recording by Mike Feretti.
Additional guitar recording by Trace Davis
Mastered by Andy Van Dette

Show Dates:
Nov 25th - Sellersville Theater w Gary Hoey, Sellersville, PA
Dec 2nd - The Bar on Market (Acoustic Performance), Williamsport, PA
Dec 10th - Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center, w Ben Brandt & The Soul Miners Union, and Johny B The Storyteller, Harrisburg PA
Dec 16th - The Stonehouse, (Acoustic Performance), Williamsport, PA
Dec 31 - New Year's Eve at Wyndham Garden Grand Ballroom, York PA
Jan 14th - The Allen Theater, w Ben Brandt & The Soul Miners Union, and Johny B The Storyteller, Annville, PA

DELAIN Announce New Album, “Dark Waters” & Unveil Brand New Single “Beneath”

Metal Masters DELAIN

Announce New Album,

'Dark Waters'

Out February 10, 2023 via Napalm Records!

Now Available for Pre-Order HERE!

Official Music Video for

Heavy and Captivating New Single,

“Beneath”, Unveiled

Watch Below

Setting off into a new era, metal greats DELAIN have recently returned with a new line up, impressively proving that they are stronger than any machine with their standalone single “The Quest and The Curse”. Fuelled by massive support and enthusiasm all around the globe, the multi-million streaming leading outfit now finally sets the stage for their eagerly awaited next studio album, entitled Dark Waters, out February 10, 2023 via Napalm Records.

Emerging as a brand new start and safe haven alike, Dark Waters, without any doubt, continues the legacy of the brainchild of keyboardist, founder and main songwriter Martijn Westerholt and contains everything DELAIN is loved for and more: A sonic rollercoaster ride of catchy tunes with explosive elements - ranging from pop to film score-inspired to blistering room shaking metal. 

The tracklist merges perfectly with the fantastic voice of new vocalist Diana Leah, showcasing her incredible talent and musical sophistication, which the brand new single “Beneath” manifests. The vocal department holds new adventures with guest singer Paolo Ribaldini, who also highlights the track as the ultimate hymn. Along with a stunning music video, “Beneath” takes the listener into a sinister underworld of the deep. Modern, synth melodies mixwith catchy classical passages and ominous riffs throughout the song. 

Martijn Westerholt on “Beneath”:

“’Beneath’ is a perfect ambassador of the album and DELAIN as a whole because it encapsulates almost all of the recognizable DELAIN elements you will find on the album.”

Watch the official music video for “Beneath”

Along with Martijn Westerholt, original guitarist Ronald Landa and original drummer Sander Zoer bolster DELAIN’S continuity, while new members - Diana Leah and bassist Ludovico Cioffi - continue to evolve their sound. Songs like the aforementioned standalone single, as well as “The Cold” (the latter featuring a real, epic choir), lure with a bombastic sound that skillfully combines orchestral melodies, epic heavy riffs and marvellous vocal performances. DELAIN magnificently manages to never lose touch with their characteristic sound, making them a constant without ever standing still. Pop-induced opening track “Hideaway Paradise” shows exactly that by inducing a dream-like feeling flirting with melodic metal guitars, while the ballad-like dark track “Mirror of Night”, featuring Within Temptationguitarist Ruud Jolie, entices the listener with unfathomably catchy lines and melodies. “Queen of Shadow” merges the orchestral and synth-focused soundscapes DELAIN is known for as it weaves melodic heavy guitars that intertwine with orchestral lines and vocal melodies. “Tainted Hearts” is centred around Westerholt's keyboard arrangements, which skillfully showcase the creative roots of the mastermind. “Invictus” is nothing less than the Magnum Opus of the album - a rock opera in its own right with heavy riffing, choirs and vocal parts performed by Diana Leah, Paolo Ribaldini and Marko Hietala (ex-Nightwish), ending in a bombastic climax where everything comes together. 

Martijn Westerholt adds:

“This album captures all elements DELAIN is known for – our distinctive heavy guitar riffs, massive orchestral parts, both heavy metal and pop vocals, rock opera vibes along with 80s synth sounds.  In short, this is definitely a recognizable DELAIN album that contains classic ‘DELAIN elements’ while also moving forward with fresh influences.”

Pre-Order your copy of 'Dark Waters' NOW!

DELAIN have been sharing their signature catchy melodic sound worldwide for over two decades now! Enchanting fans with their most famous hits like “We Are the Others” or “April Rain”, the rockers gained millions of Spotify streams and video views.

With six albums already under their belt, DELAIN charted multiple times with well-known records like 'Apocalypse & Chill' and 'Hunter’s Moon'. The band traveled around the globe with acts like Sabaton, Nightwish and Within Temptation, topped by various shows at the biggest European festivals like Wacken, Graspop, Download and many more.

Without any doubt, DELAIN have carved their name in the scene and are ready to start this exciting next voyage.

'Dark Waters' will be available in the following formats:

=> 2-LP Gatefold BLACK

=> 2-CD Digisleeve + Shirt Bundle (Napalm Shop only)

=> 2-LP Gatefold Marbled Blue/Black/White - limited to 300 copies worldwide (Napalm Shop only)

=> Wooden Boxset incl. Digisleeve 2CDs (Regular Album + Instrumental Album), 1-CD Slipcase with Orchestral Album, Coasters (6pcs), Flag, Band Picture Postcard - limited to 500 copies worldwide (Napalm Shop only)

=> Digital Album

DELAIN are:

Martijn Westerholt - keyboards

Diana Leah - vocals

Ronald Landa - guitars and backing vocals

Ludovico Cioffi – bass and backing vocals

Sander Zoer - drums

SWANSONG Announce New Drummer & Re-Release "Winter Maiden“ Video; Debut Album to be released in 2023

Swansong just recently announced their signing to Noble Demon for the release of the band’s debut album. With full focus on their upcoming album, set for release in 2023, the band has now also announced a new drummer to replace Markus Tikkanen from now on. The band comments:

"Our original drummer Markus Tikkanen stepped aside from Swansong due to personal and schedule reasons. We wish him all the best. He has been an important part of our story and we are grateful to him. Respect! Luckily as our story grows we found Jimi, who is known from such ensembles as Sadistik Forest, Se, josta ei puhuta and Kaera. He is highly skilled, professional and known by many. We are very pleased and excited to have him! Show him some love!"

Founded in 2020 in Kuopio, Finland and combining melodic death, heavy and folk metal - just to name a few, Swansong are bringing their very own blend and something new to the metal scene. Powerful melodies with hard-hitting riffs revive the 80s and 90s and at the same time the old school elements get a fresh & modern twist with female death growls and screams!

Swansong are:**

Vocals: Jemiina
Guitar: Topi Pitkänen
Guitar: Tuomas Leskinen
Drums: Jimi Myöhänen

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MUNICIPAL WASTE Release New Video For "Crank The Heat"

Co-Headline Tour With HIGH ON FIRE Kicks Off This Week!

Richmond's hard-charging, metal maniacs MUNICIPAL WASTE have released a new video for "Crank The Heat" featuring appearances by IRON LUNG, SICK OF IT ALL, WARTHOG and more! Directed and produced by David Brodsky and Allison Woestof My Good Eye Visuals (Clutch, Cannibal Corpse, Gwar), the clip follows the band and friend's wild shenanigans in the back of a NYC taxi.

Watch the video for "Crank The Heat" below.

Vocalist Tony Foresta comments on the intoxicating new video:

“While everyone is getting cuffed up and starting to hunker down for the Holiday/Winter season, we thought now would be a good time to take you back to the glorious NYC Summer Heatwave of 2022. Shot all over Queens and beyond…join The Waste as we deliver our take on one of our favorite TV shows of all time: Taxi Cab Confessions. We hope you find this video for Crank the Heat to be a true scorcher as we look forward to warmer times ahead.”

Purchase "Electrified Brain": https://www.municipalwaste.net/electrified-brain
Stream "Electrified Brain": https://municipalwaste.bfan.link/electrified-brain

More from "Electrified Brain":
"Grave Dive" Music Video - https://youtu.be/oMchF3XeRD4
"High Speed Steel" Lyric Video - https://youtu.be/0KnlmGPbToQ
"Electrified Brain" Music Video: https://youtu.be/UW5tPOBp-ck

MUNICIPAL WASTE's new video for "Crank The Heat" arrives just ahead of their co-headline tour with the almighty HIGH ON FIRE and support acts GEL and EARLY MOODS. Tickets can be purchased now at https://www.municipalwaste.net/tour.

MUNICIPAL WASTE Tour Dates:
Dec 1 - Hampton Beach, NH - Wally's
Dec 2 - Brattleboro, VT - The Stone Church
Dec 3 - Hartford, CT - The Webster Theater
Dec 4 - Patchogue, NY - 89 North
Dec 6 - Asbury Park, NJ - House of Independants
Dec 7 - Mechanicsville, PA - Lovedraft's Brewing Co
Dec 8 - Virginia Beach, VA - Elevation 27
Dec 9 - Greenville, NC - The State Theatre
Dec 10 - Columbia, SC - The Senate
Dec 11 - Tampa, FL - The Orpheum

Since 2001, MUNICIPAL WASTE have uncompromisingly stuck to their guns as hard-partying and even harder-hitting torchbearers of 21st century thrash metal. The Richmond, VA quintet—Tony Foresta [vocals], Ryan Waste [guitar], Philip “Landphil” Hall [bass], Dave Witte [drums], and Nick Poulos [guitar]—have transformed from a cult favorite into metal mainstays for a generation. Along the way, Decibel touted "The Art of Partying" in its coveted “Hall of Fame” and asserted it “revved up interest in thrash and inspired a fresh wave of youthful new bands.” Metal Hammer christened "The Art of Partying" one of “The 50 Greatest Thrash Metal Albums Ever,” while Loudwire pegged "The Art of Partying" as “The Best Thrash Album of 2007” and "Hazardous Mutation" as “The Best Thrash Album of 2005.” The guys have sold out countless shows on multiple continents and piled up tens of millions of streams in the process. 2017’s "Slime and Punishment" bowed in the Top 3 of the Billboard Heatseekers Albums Chart, and "The Last Rager" EP only accelerated their momentum in 2019.

Municipal Waste maintain course as vicious and vital as ever on 2022’s "Electrified Brain" [Nuclear Blast] as heard on tracks like "Grave Dive," "High Speed Steel" and "Crank The Heat." Recorded during the pandemic in Philadelphia with producer Arthur Rizk [Power Trip, Code Orange], the sessions would be the first time the band reunited in person after a year. Together, they achieved “a thicker and heavier sound.”

In the end, "Electrified Brain" will give you everything you’d want from a Municipal Waste record or heavy metal record, period. “We hope you walk away with some bloody ears, blown speakers, pissed off parents, black eyes, and a healthy distrust of authority,” says Tony.

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