The Shadow Majlis presents 'Deer in the Headlights' from 'The Departure' album, featuring members of Love & Rockets, Tricky & DakhaBrakha

"A powerful achievement... I believe that there are certain tracks and moments that act as portals into another dimension - I'm not being fanciful here!" ~ David J (Bauhaus, Love and Rockets)

"With Ali Jafri at the helm on vocals, guitars, bass, electric sitar, synths, programming, this debut offering from The Shadow Majlis is diverse and stunning, involving a dream-team – not only in terms of production, but also collaborators, ranging from true music legends of our generation and top-notch artists from around the world" ~ The Spill Magazine


Toronto-based artist The Shadow Majlis presents 'Deer in the Headlights' from the debut album 'The Departure', following the latest single 'Mazdur'. Moving from devastation through the creation of this album has been medicine for the soul, resulting in an alternative sonic reality where we can all find solace and relief.

The Shadow Majlis [pronounced "mahj-lis"] revolves around multi-instrumentalist Ali Jafri, whose multi-cultural artistic and musical vision was realized together with David J (Bauhaus, Love & Rockets) on bass and Rakesh Tewari (Jaffa Road, The Special Interest Group) on drums and percussion, with cover art by Stephen Seto (Splintercage).

Perhaps best known as a member of David J's live band or for playing rock-sitar with Pigface, Ali Jafri also leads projects ARIEL, The Gotham City Drugstore and Saintfield, in addition to his his solo work. Produced and mixed by three-time Grammy Award winning producer David Bottrill (Peter Gabriel, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Tool, David Sylvian, Mastodon, Smashing Pumpkins, Muse, Real World Studios), this album was engineered by Darren McGill and mastered by Noah Mintz.

The album features numerous guest performers, including vocalist Olena Tsybulska (DakhaBrakha), guitarist Mark Gemini Thwaite (The Mission, Peter Murphy, MGT, Tricky, Gary Numan), cellist Anne Bourne (Loreena McKennitt, Jane Siberry), Tuvan throat singer Soriah, Ravi Naimpally (Niyaz, Constantinople) on tabla, Pankaj Mishra on sarangi, Selmanpak Ayduz on ney, Kerem Koktas on kemanche, and Sasha Singer-Wilson on backing vocals.

The most poignant and powerful artistic output stems from tragedy, and The Shadow Majlis is no exception. Amid a deluge of personal upheaval, this album has been Jafri's means to address his grief over losing his seven-year-old son Oisín, who passed away in September 2022 after a nine-month battle with diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (a highly aggressive form of brain cancer), the dissolution of his conjugal relationship, and a year-long state of temporary homelessness.

"The “Deer” in 'Deer in the Headlights' is Oisín as Oisín means “little deer” and is taken from Irish folklore. This song is special for me with its high energy percussion and features David J‘s bass line driving the rhythm section. It also features Soriah and his Tuvan throat singing, the meditative nature of the throat singing up against the franticness of the rest of the song, I think, is juxtaposed beautifully and speaks to the gracefulness that Oisín carried himself with amidst the difficulties he faced as a child dying from cancer,' says Ali Jafri.

"And it’s apropos that his name means “little deer” because he was a graceful child. He lived and died with grace. The song also speaks to his short life and sudden decline - his cancer battle only lasted nine months. He had a huge impact on everyone that knew him and the bravery he showed in his last days is nothing short of incredible. We had a brief yet profound time with him. He’ll always be frozen in time at the age of 7 - his short life, a moment of grace. We didn't know what hit us, and we certainly didn't see it coming til it was too late".

Showcasing genre-fluid excellence and raw emotional experience, The Shadow Majlis fuses elements of Eastern modes with post-punk. An alternative neo-global style that transcends borders, alternative music is merged with the rich, diverse instrumentation and rhythms of world music. Recorded in Toronto, LA, Portland, Istanbul, Kyiv and Iceland, this is truly an international affair, with languages such as Urdu, Farsi, Arabic, Icelandic and Ukrainian woven with English throughout this album.

Calling the album a powerful achievement, David J says, "I believe that there are certain tracks and moments that act as portals into another dimension - I'm not being fanciful here!"

'The Departure' album is out now, available everywhere digitally, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. This album's creation was made possible through funding received from FACTOR.

'Deer in the Headlights'  https://youtu.be/gprReUBMJo0 
Bandcamp  https://theshadowmajlis. bandcamp.com/album/the- departure
Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/album/6sK70oB05pqllWqDWfdWyQ 
Apple Music  https://music.apple.com/ca/album/the-departure/1733251727 

ALBUM CREDITS
Ali Jafri - vocals, guitars, bass VI, electric sitar, percussion, programming, synthesizers, electronics, solfeggio pipes
David Bottrill - backing vocals, electronics, synthesizers
David J (Bauhaus, Love and Rockets) - bass
Rakesh Tewari (Jaffa Road, The Special Interest Group) - drums, percussion
Olena Tsybulska (DakhaBrakha) - vocals
Mark Gemini Thwaite (Peter Murphy, Tricky, The Mission) - guitars
Anne Bourne (Loreena McKennit, Jane Siberry) - cello
Sasha Singer-Wilson - backing vocals
Soriah - Tuvan Throat Singing, Flute
Ravi Naimpally (Niyaz, Constantinople) - tabla
Pankaj Mishra - sarangi
Selmanpak Ayduz - ney
Kerem Koktas - kemancheh
Oisin Adams-Jafri - vocals, percussion, solfeggio pipes
Zayn Jafri - piano
Oscar Adams-Jafri - solfeggio pipes

All songs written by Ali Jafri and David Bottrill, except 'Elliðakot' (written by Ali Jafri) and 'The Departure (Kolyskova)' (written by Ali Jafri, David Bottrill and Olena Tsybulska)
Produced & Mixed by David Bottrill
Engineering by Darren McGill at Union Sound Company & David Bottrill at Mainstatiion Music and Imagine Sound
Mastered by Noah Mintz at Lacquer Channel
Graphic Design & Illustration by Stephen Seto
Photography by Justin Minister @secondhand_daylight
For Oisín...

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Echos Announce Outlast Records Signing + Releases New Single + Music Video "CAROUSEL"

Echos fans, rejoice! Today, the industrial-tinged, ethereal chanteuse has announced signing with her new label home, Outlast Records. In celebration of the news, Echos released a brand new single "CAROUSEL". Accompanying the release is the official music video that serves as the visual counterpart to the evocative auditory journey of the single. Speaking about the track, Echos creatrix Alexandra Norton shared:

"'CAROUSEL' is about feeling trapped in a never-ending cycle with someone. I initially wrote this as a stream-of-consciousness poem and the line “peel my eyes out I’m on your carousel” is supposed to feel like a scoff at the situation “Here we go again…but for some reason I can’t figure out how to get off of this rollercoaster.”

Los Angeles fans will also have their chance to see Echos' captivating live performance at School Night on Monday, April 15(ticket info here). Stream "CAROUSEL" at the link here, watch the official music video below, and be sure to stay tuned for more Echos news coming very soon.

Alexandra Norton, the voice and songstress behind Echos, weaves her music from the threads of her own tumultuous journey. "It's a sanctuary," she confides, her voice a blend of haunting vulnerability and quiet strength, “a place to make sense of my pain and give it a final resting place.”

Within the labyrinth of her words, she delves into the darkest recesses of human existence—abuse, self-inflicted wounds, and the relentless dance with thoughts of oblivion. Yet, amidst the shadows, she also touches on themes of resilience, introspection, and empathy. "It's about embracing the full spectrum of emotions," she reflects, “creating a space to feel, release, and heal."

With three albums already to her name, her latest endeavor promises to be her most cherished work yet—a testament to her evolution as an artist and her journey—a journey that resonates with listeners seeking solace and connection amid their struggles. Her voice, like a spectral echo, invites listeners to explore the depths of their emotions, rather than bury them in silence.

THE REAL KING OF THE SUNSET STRIP IS BACK! THE LATEST FROM SHARK ISLAND DROPS ON MAY 17TH “PARIS CALLING” STREAMING EVERYWHERE NOW

Richard Black was once known as the “King of the Sunset Strip” and Shark Island was once the house band at the world famous Gazzaris. Signed to Epic Records in 1989 the band released their debut album Law of the Order, and also saw the tracks ‘Dangerous’ and ‘Father Time’ featured in the movie Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, as well as the song ‘My City’ from the movie Point Break. Lead Singer Richard Black would go on to be part of the short-lived supergroup Contraband which also featured Michael Schenker (Scorpions, UFO), and members of L.A. Guns, Ratt and Vixen. They released one album in 1991 before disbanding.

Shark Island was resurrected in 2005 and recorded and released the album Gathering of the Faithful in 2006. In 2018 the band started work on Bloodline which was recorded in Croatia and Los Angeles and officially released by Deko Entertainment as Bloodline 2.020 in 2020. It was produced by Alex Kane (Life Sex Death, Enuff Z’Nuff) and mixed by the legendary Sylvia Massy (Aerosmith, Smashing Pumpkins, Red Hot Chili Peppers).

Listen to “Paris Calling” here: https://push.fm/fl/eW8RVhnA

Now Shark Island reclaims their spot on the Sunset Strip with MEMENTO MORI - Live On The Strip. Hosted by Sirius XM’s Eddie Trunk and recorded at the world-famous Whisky A-Go-Go on April 22nd, 2022. Richard and the guys give you more than an hours’ worth of classics like “Paris Calling”, “Read My Lips”, and their cover of the Fleetwood Mac song “The Chain”.

View video for “Paris Calling”: below.

MEMENTO MORI - Live On The Strip will be available on CD and limited-edition bundles while supplies last: https://www.dekoentertainment.com/sharkisland

Bundle Includes: Includes:
1x "MOMENTO MORI - Live On The Strip" CD
1x T-Shirt
1x 10x10 Autographed Flat
1x Bracelet
1x Sticker

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Benighted Crawl Into Your Head on New Single

From the depths of France's extreme metal scene, Benighted are resurfacing with their most psychologically thrilling album yet. Today, the band are releasing the third single off Ekbom. With its malignant chorus, "Metastasis" is bound to break necks.


Watch the performance video for "Metastasis" below.

Ekbomis out April 12 on Season of Mist.

Pre-order:https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/BenightedEkbom
Pre-save:https://orcd.co/benightedekbompresave

"Metastasis" lives up to its name. Germinating from the dark, intricate production that fans have come to expect from Benighted, the band's new single injects pure aural terror, cultivating brutal, blackened death metal into pure mental anguish. 

"This song has probably the heaviest chorus on the entire album!" vocalist Julien Truchan says. "Time to break your neck! 🤘"

The beautifully gory video forMetastasiswas produced & directed byKick Your Eyesproductions, who previously worked with Benighted in 2020 on their single "Nails".

Dive into the darkest realms of the human psyche as BENIGHTED, the French purveyors of brutal death metal & grindcore, unleash their tenth full-length album Ekbom in April 2024. The madness that has defined their discography continues with this radical soundtrack to the twisted times we inhabit.

Born from French Death and Black metal bands DISHUMANIZED, DARKNESS FIRE, and OSGILIATH, BENIGHTED emerged in 1998 with a mission to explore a more brutal, heavy, and modern form of musical expression. The impact of their first self-produced and self-titled full-length album in 2000 transformed BENIGHTED from a side-project into a main act, quickly amassing a devoted fan base. Subsequent albums like Psychose (2002), Insane Cephalic Production(2004), Identisick (2006), and Icon (2007) further cemented their visceral, skull-breaking sound into extreme death metal history.

After a detour into the realms of Necrobreed in 2017, BENIGHTED celebrated their 20th anniversary by capturing the live madness with Dogs Always Bite Harder Than Their Master in 2018.

With Obscene Repressed, they once again took sadistic pleasure in pushing the boundaries of brutality, delving into the disturbed mind of little Michael. His relentless battle against demons, fueled by unresolved oedipal issues with his mother, provided a grotesque tableau for BENIGHTED's sonic butchery. Not content with merely slaughtering everything in their auditory path, BENIGHTED crafted thematically explorative pieces, each turn in their music revealing new layers of horror and despair.

As the relentless journey continues, BENIGHTED is set to unleash Ekbom in April 2024, an album that draws inspiration from the nightmarish 'Ekbom syndrome.' This rare neurological disorder, also known as Delusional Parasitosis, forms the thematic core of the upcoming release. A feeling of having a vile concoction of parasites, worms, and insects crawling under your skin is an apt description of what BENIGHTED have to offer on this newest release. The auditory assault mirrors the repulsive sensations of the syndrome, a visceral and unsettling journey into the abyss of the human mind.

Madness reigns yet again, this time intertwining with the haunting echoes of Ekbom syndrome. Brace yourselves for another mind-shattering chapter in the BENIGHTED saga as they continue to carve their niche in the putrid annals of extreme metal, leaving a trail of sonic disgust in their wake.

Photo by © Anthony Dubois

Line-up
Julien Truchan - Vocals
Emmanuel Dalle - Guitars
Pierre Arnoux - Bass
Kevin Paradis - Drums

Recording studio
Kohlekeller Studios, Germany (Powerwolf, Aborted, Crematory)

Producer, Sound, Mixing & Mastering engineer
Kristian Kohlmannslehner

Guest musicians
Oliver Peters (Archspire) on "Nothing Left to Fear"
Xavier Chevalier (Blockheads) on "Fame of the Grotesque"

Biography: Sébastien Gamez

Cover art: Grindesign (Rob Borbas)

Pre-save: https://orcd.co/benightedekbompresave

Pre-order: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/BenightedEkbom

Links:
Official Website: https://www.benighted.fr/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brutalbenighted
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benighted_band/
Bandcamp: https://benighted.bandcamp.com/music
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/brutalbenighted
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@benighted_band
Twitter: https://twitter.com/@_BENIGHTED
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0dUwIwaPc6UukkCZTaaf7J
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/benighted/267088245
Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/artist/3919180 
Booking Contact:
France: Rage Tour - philippe@ragetour.com
Worldwide: Redback Promotion - ronny@redback-promotion.com

Available Formats:
Digital Download
CD Digipak
12" Vinyl Gatefold - Black
12" Coloured Vinyl Gatefold - Crystal Clear
12" Coloured Vinyl Gatefold - Transparent Yellow & Black Marbled
12" Coloured Vinyl Gatefold - Golden
12" Liquid Vinyl Gatefold - Blood Red Liquid-Filled

Wheel Share New Single "Porcelain"

Anglo-Finnish progressive metallers Wheel previously announced their third studio album Charismatic Leaders, which arrives on May 3.

Today, they launch the second single — the dynamic and expansive "Porcelain." Listen here. Watch the visualizer below.

Vocalist and guitarist James Lascelles comments, "'Porcelain' ended up being about social norms and how the values of the past seem abhorrent by modern standards. In turn, our current values will likely be seen as primitive, careless or even cruel in the future. I think we would all like to imagine that if we had been born long ago, we would have the same world view that we do now but this would likely not be the case. We are all shaped by our surroundings and social conformity, probably more than we would like to admit. It was a humbling topic to dig in to and the more I thought about it, the more empathy I was able to find for our ancestors."

The album's first single "Empire" was released last month, and the video currently has over 220k views. Watch it here.

Charismatic Leaders was meticulously crafted to meet Wheel's ever-heightening benchmarks and recording with engineers/co-producers Daniel Bergstrand and Fredrik Thordendal (Meshuggah) stretched from August to December 2023. The end result, mixed by Forrester Savell, has consolidated all the gains of what came before: singer/guitarist Lascelles, lead guitarist Jussi Turunen and drummer Santeri Saksala's third album represents their heaviest and most conscious music to date.

Charismatic Leaders clocks in at just under 50 minutes, and will be available as a Limited CD Digipak (also featuring the Rumination EP tracks as bonus), and a Gatefold 180g LP, both featuring artwork from Lucas Mayer (Long Distance Calling, Blackout Problems). Pre-orders are live here.

Wheel will be celebrating the release of their new album with their first ever shows in Australia, supporting labelmates Caligula's Horse, as well as their first ever North American headline shows:

WHEEL U.S. TOUR DATES:
5/2 — Orlando, FL — Conduit 
5/5 — Philadelphia, PA — The Foundry
5/6 — Vienna, VA — Jammin Lava
5/7 — New York, NY — Mercury Lounge
5/8 — Boston, MA — Brighton Music Hall
5/9 — Montreal, QC — Petit Campus
5/10 — Toronto, ON — Adelaide Hall
5/12 — Chicago, IL — Beat Kitchen
5/13 — Minneapolis, MN — 7th St. Entry
5/16 — Denver, CO — Moe's
5/19 — Phoenix, AZ — Underground
5/20 — San Diego, CA — Brick by Brick
5/21 — Los Angeles, CA — 1720
5/22 — Berkeley, CA — Cornerstone
5/23 — Sacramento, CA — Goldfield Trading Post
5/25 — Seattle, WA — Barboza

ZETRA - Announce Highly Anticipated Self-Titled Debut Album + Release Video For New Single 'Starfall' Feat. Svalbard's Serena Cherry

Otherworldly alt. duo ZETRA have emerged from the shadows once more with whisper of their highly anticipated, self-titled debut album, that will be released on 13th September via Nuclear Blast Records. The wanderers have also bestowed upon us the gift of a video for their new single 'Starfall', which features Serena Cherry of the mighty Svalbard.

The wanderers whispers echo:

"The sky illuminates as the meteors begin their cataclysmic descent through the firmament.
Starfall.
The second chapter of our realization emerges. The unveiling of our Opus 1, 'Zetra' continues.
Starfall.
We are united on this journey with the supernatural force that is Serena Cherry of Svalbard.
Begin to know."

Watch the transcendent video for 'Starfall' below.

Pre-order and pre-save Zetra now at: 
https://zetra.bfan.link/zetra.ema

Photo credit: Rebecca Need-Menear

TRASHCAN SINATRAS' JOHN DOUGLAS shares 'I Just Want To Go Home' & UK tour dates surrounding debut solo album

Following up a fine year of music prowess, involving the reissue and UK Top-40 charting of Trashcan Sinatras' debut album 'Cake' (33 years later since its original release), the release of his own debut solo album and a row of successful concerts around the UK, John Douglas presents 'I Just Want To Go Home', the live performance video for which was filmed in Hyndland, Glasgow in late March 2024, just after midnight.

One of Scotland’s finest songwriters and a founding member of Trashcan Sinatras,, Douglas has opened a new chapter in his life with the release of his eponymous debut album, released via Scotland's Reveal Records. Presenting an intimate snapshot of the talent, charisma and depth of this celebrated songsmith, this album was recorded live at Kyoti Studio in Glasgow with producer Mark Freegard (New Model Army, Lush, The Breeders, Del Amitri, Marillion).

Featuring original material and new recordings of John's favourite Trashcan Sinatras' material and his own rendition of the Prefab Sprout classic ‘We Let The Stars Go’, this album reflected the genuineness of Douglas' music, also demonstrated in recent live peformance videos for 'Lost', 'I'm Not The Fella' and 'Always', plus Trashcan Sinatras' classics 'Oranges & Apples', 'Leave Me Alone' and 'Weightlifting'.

John Douglas describes this song as "a lonesome lyric", noting "‘When life has been hectic, work never ending, the doorbell constantly ringing, notifications always pinging,  the house never far from full, the noisy world roaring out of every device…  this quietly anti-social song may float your weary boat. It’s message..? Make a date with your own fine, peaceful company".

Performing as a solo artist and also as part of his partner Eddi Reader’s band, he's been on the road a lot lately in the UK and Ireland, having also performed with friends like Norman Blake (Teenage Fanclub), Jill Jackson, Withered Hand and James Grant (Love & Money). John has also performed with Martin McAloon (Prefab Sprout), who met in 1990 when the Trashcan Sinatras were touring with Prefab Sprout.

John Douglas' debut album is out now and available from fine online platforms and can be obtained on CD and digitally via Bandcamp. UK fans are also in luck as he'll be on his first headline tour throughout May.

CREDITS
Written by John Douglas (1, 2, 4, 6, 11), Trashcan Sinatras (3, 5, 7, 8), Trashcan Sinatras / Dine (9) and Paddy McAloon (10)
All songs published by MCPS/PPL, except Track 10 (published by Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC)
Recorded, mixed & mastered in Glasgow by Mark Freegard
Photographs taken on the Old Largs Road by Susie Lowe
Cover photo by Janette Ayachi at The Strand Club, Glasgow
Design by Martin Rowsell Simply Marvellous: Music
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

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Bandcamp  https://johndouglas.bandcamp.com
Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/album/08oykWwqbE7yvlHbUmG7gr

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Return to Dust Announce Debut Album & Release Soul-Stirring New Single & Video for "Strangers"

The boundary-pushing grunge quartet, Return to Dust, have announced their long-awaited debut self-titled album, available on May 3rd via Jim Kaufman Productions. Accompanying the announcement, the band have also released their latest single, "Strangers" to give fans a glimpse at the upcoming record. Fans can listen to the track HERE, and watch the brand new video animated and directed by Callum Scott-Dyson below.

With more new music on the way, Return to Dust are thrilled to announce the addition of their newest member, drummer London Hudson. This pivotal milestone not only marks a significant evolution in the band's lineup, but also solidifies their core and amplifies their musical identity. As the band embark on their next chapter, they look forward to sharing the stage with him at all shows moving forward, including this year's Welcome To Rockville and Sonic Temple.

Speaking on today's album announcement, the band shares:

"The timeline for our self-titled album goes farther back than people realize. This record is our warmest welcome, because it comes from the most genuine of places, where we didn’t fully understand ourselves, and the world around us was rapidly changing. It’s a cataclysmic mess of emotions, growing pains, youth and maturity, and we’re proud to call it our first. Aptly named, this album is Return to Dust."

Sharing insight on today's single release, the band continues:

"Strangers was written amidst dark times. We were all recovering from family death and losing friends. We felt very alone in a crowded city. We worked grocery store jobs and often times sat in our car late night after a shift wondering when things would get better, and wondering if we were alone in this feeling. The Strangers music video depicts a very normal guy who found himself somewhere he didn’t want to be. His dreams haunt him and he feels he doesn’t belong. He quickly finds himself consumed by his thoughts and spit out as a version of himself completely different than he was."

Expanding on the "Strangers" video, director and animator Callum Scott-Dyson adds:

"For the 'Strangers' video, we really wanted to capture the feeling of loneliness, isolation, alienation and the humdrum of daily life, living on the clock with no escape. Then we liked the idea of using his dreams to explore the negative stuff going on in his mind, and then having the dreams invade his daily life. In terms of the animation style, I really wanted to push the DIY stop motion vibe I've been honing lately, most the sets are made with card and clay and I made everything myself from scratch. The main note from the band once we were rolling was to keep the tone and visual style a little darker and subdued to most other animation so I enjoyed that challenge, working with a lot of washed out blues and greens. I'm really happy with how it's come out and I hope people dig it when it drops!"

Earning a phenomenal 2 million TikTok views over the course of a weekend, see HERE, Return to Dust have soared to new heights. The TIkTok featuring the band's single, "Belly Up" swiftly impacted the band's trajectory - landing them over 3.1 million streams across DSPs, 57K Spotify Monthly Listeners, and 5.4 million total TikTok views. As the release of their debut record approaches, Return to Dust have truly cemented their position as a rising force in the industry.

Return to Dust, who are heavily inspired by the legendary Alice In Chains, continue to gain traction and acclaim, solidifying themselves as mavericks in the current rock resurgence. Collaborating alongside renowned producer Jim Kaufman (Everclear, Danny Worsnop, Night Riots, Helmet) and earning accolades from rock impresario, Allison Hagendorf, the band's momentum remains unwavering. With their dynamic presence on TikTok, a rapidly growing streaming audience, and a loyal fan base, the band is gearing up for an exciting and promising future.

Stay tuned for what Return to Dust has in store, as they continue to make waves in the music scene and connect with their ever-expanding audience.

Pre-orders for Return to Dust's self titled debut album are available for purchase HERE. The bundle, pictured to the right, features a 12" Vinyl for the audiophiles, a special LP inspired T-Shirt, an 11x17 poster of the album artwork, and an exclusive Snake Pendant Necklace for fans who seek a piece of the band's story to wear close to their hearts.

Photo Credit - Matt Akana

Return to Dust will also be sharing the stage with other rock and metal heavyweights in May of 2024 for Danny Wimmer's legendary Welcome To Rockville in Daytona Beach, FL and Sonic Temple in Columbus, OH. Fans can purchase single day tickets and weekend passes HERE.

Don't miss your chance to see the band live!

ABOUT RETURN TO DUST

Los Angeles based alternative/grunge rock trio Return to Dust (Matty Bielawski, Graham Stanush, Sebastian Gonzalez) has already scripted a karmic saga that traverses decades, pays homage to the past, and plants its roots firmly in the future. Listening within their sonic universe is like time-traveling to the halcyon days of the '90s grunge era. Their sound, influenced by heavyweights of the time, reverberates with the echoes of Deftones, Alice In Chains, and the soul of Nirvana — but, their brilliance doesn't stop there. The band draws inspiration from a diverse palette, blending in bits from bands like The Cure, Metallica, and Cage The Elephant, molding them into their own unique musical tapestry. 

Return to Dust breathes life into a sound that feels both genuine and tailor-made to encapsulate the essence of a bygone era, leaving fans awash in nostalgia. Yet, it's not merely a mimicry of the past; instead, it's a fusion of the old and the new — an alchemy that conjures a sound distinctly their own. At the core are alluring bass lines (Stanush), gritty guitar riffs (Gonzalez, Bielawski) and dual lead vocals (Bielawski, Stanush) that harmonize and intertwine, weaving an ethereal soundscape that resonates with raw emotion and unyielding energy. It's a moody concoction that pays homage to an iconic era while fearlessly exploring uncharted territories. Return to Dust beckons audiences into their world, where the past and present converge, igniting a fervor that keeps the flames of grunge alive. 

Return to Dust found its meteoric rise propelled by a chance encounter with none other than the illustrious producer Jim Kaufman (Helmet, Everclear, Night Riots). Under Kaufman's mentorship, the band's raw talent began to soar. During the darkest days of the pandemic, when the world stood still, Return to Dust seized the opportunity to channel their collective energy into crafting something profound. The result was their debut EP, a mesmerizing creation titled ‘The Black Road.’ It was a labor of love and dedication that not only transcended the barriers of personal growth, but also etched the band's name into the future of rock.

Return to Dust

Matty Bielawski - Vocals & Guitar

Graham Stanush - Vocals & Bass

Sebastian Gonzalez - Guitar

London Hudson - Drums

DVRK Announce Debut EP with Heavy, Glitching New Single

Fresh off of signing with Season of Mist, DVRK are announcing their debut EP with its new glitchy, hard-hitting lead single. 

Watch the official music video for "F.A.M."  below.

Infinite Reminiscence comes out June 7 on Season of Mist.

Pre-order & pre-save: https://orcd.co/infinitereminiscence

Since germinating as a solo project back in 2019, DVRK have morphed into a collective force. With gifted vocalist Peter Morgan joined by Bastien Deleule and Gérald Audiard on guitars, Fabien Letren on bass, and drummer Vincent Vidal, the band fuse elements of Deathcore, Nu Metal and Bass. 

Their first single, "F.A.M.", sums up the band's raw energy, their electric feel and ear for heavy melodies. It also speaks to their source of inspiration, drawing from intense personal experiences like depression and addiction, and instilling them into modern metal.  

The video for "F.A.M." was directed and produced by Grupa13 (@Grupa13Official). 

Introducing DVRK, a powerhouse fusion of Deathcore, Nu Metal, and Bass music elements.


Formed in 2019 as a solo project, DVRK has evolved into a dynamic ensemble featuring Peter Morgan on vocals, Bastien Deleule and Gérald Audiard on guitars, Fabien Letren on bass, and Vincent Vidal on drums.

Notable achievements include collaborations with artists like Conquer Divide, Cove Reber, Chunk No Captain Chunk, and Hyro The Hero.

In 2023, DVRK proudly signed their first EP with Season Of Mist, marking a significant milestone in their musical journey.


Lineup
Peter Morgan - Vocals
Bastien Deleule - Guitar
Gerald Audiard - Guitar
Fabien Letren - Bass
Vincent Vidal – Drums

Recording Studio
Nalcon Studio

Production Credits
Bastien Deleule & Fabien Letren - Producers
Matt Thomas (Ashtone Studio) - Mixing & Mastering Engineer

Cover Art:
DVRK

Order & Stream: https://orcd.co/infinitereminiscence

Booking Contact:
Bastien Deleule - bastien@swdjapan.com (Asia Territory Only)

Available Formats:
Digital Download
MCD in Digipak
12" Vinyl Jacket - Black
12" Coloured Vinyl Jacket - Crystal Clear w/ White & Black Splatters

Follow DVRK:
Bandcamp: https://dvrk.bandcamp.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearedvrk
Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/weareDVRK
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearedvrk
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wearedvrk
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2veLy5cp8tE2IUS47EwzlB

Photo by © Krzysztof Wiktor

CONEY HATCH ANNOUNCE FIRST-EVER VINYL PRESSING OF 'POSTCARD FROM GERMANY’ AS RECORD STORE DAY CANADA EXCLUSIVE

Canadian rock band Coney Hatch is thrilled to announce that its live album, ‘Postcard from Germany’, will be available on vinyl for the first time ever via Anthem Records. The limited-edition vinyl pressing will be available for purchase on April 20, 2024, as part of Record Store Day. Each album has been autographed by the band, with only 300 units available. 
 
Recorded LIVE at HEAT Festival in Ludwigsburg, Postcard from Germany also features two newly recorded releases, "It's About A Girl" and "Heaven's on the Other Side". A Cream Vinyl with Turquoise Splatter Variant will be a Record Store Day exclusive.
 
"Canada is going to love the stunning turquoise vinyl of Postcard from Germany by Coney Hatch, as much as we enjoyed pressing it here at Microforum Vinyl in Toronto,"says Noble Musa, Sales & Marketing for Microforum."It is always a very special experience to be able to work with Canadian bands to create exclusive Canadian pressings for Canadian music fans."
 
"It's always a blast collaborating with classic Canadian bands," adds Ryan Kerr, Operations Manager for Record Store Day Canada. "The Record Store Day Canada release with Coney Hatch is no exception. For the first time ever, we are bringing Postcard from Germany on vinyl on April 20th, 2024, as part of Record Store Day. We have loved the band for years, so this vinyl is definitely for the fans, by the fans!"
 
"So cool to have Coney Hatch part of Record Store Day for the first time ever,” says Coney Hatch bassist Andy Curran. “We’ve been a band for 40 plus years and ticked a lot of boxes …but not this one. We had a blast going to see our limited-edition vinyl being pressed real time at Microforum. It’s come full circle to when we started with vinyl releases, I guess everything old is new again!"
  
The band recently visited the Microforum facility to have a look at the test pressings of vinyl hot off the presses. You can view the visit below.

Record Store Day, the global celebration of the culture of independent record stores, takes place this year on April 20, 2024, as it has annually for the last 17 years. Once again, the moment has arrived to unveil the remarkable lineup of titles awaiting enthusiasts during the cherished annual celebration of independent record stores worldwide. This year's Record Store Day raises the bar yet again with its unparalleled magnitude, artistry, and diverse array of releases. 
 
For more information, logos, full list of participating stores please visit: recordstoredaycanada.ca

Record Store Day Canada thanks the following sponsors: Return to Analog Records, ada, Warner Music, Microforum Pressing, Org Music, Sony Music Canada, GrooveWasher, Universal Music Canada, Audio-Technica Canada, Paranoid Print Co, Megaforce Records, Unidisc Music, Aquarius Records, Godin Guitars, Tacca Musique, Vans Off the Wall, AMS All Media Supply, Brave Words, Redeye Distribution, The Orchard, Sing, Edifier, Vylumi, Amped Distribution, idla. 

 
 
FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT:
https://www.coneyhatch.com

Black Veil Brides Advocate for The American Red Cross + Blood Donations

In support of the American Red Cross, Black Veil Brides are hosting a virtual blood drive during the U.S. Bleeders Tour, inspired by the band's forthcoming single "Bleeders." The single can be pre-saved here. The tour kicks off on April 25 in San Francisco and runs through May 25 in Los Angeles. Dark Divine, Creeper, and Ghostkid will appear; all dates are below.

We encourage everyone to go here to pledge a donation today. 

 Every pint of blood has the potential to save as many as three lives, so this combined effort between the band and fans can have a profound impact.

Fans attending the upcoming tour can present their proof of a blood donation to the American Red Cross (email, app confirmation, donation photo, sticker, etc.) when they visit the BVB Merch Booth to receive an exclusive merch package, consisting of a signed poster, pin, and patch.

The band states, "As Bleeders, it's our mission to effect positive change. Help us help others in this time of need."

Fans can also watch this 10-minute mini doc, which traces the history of the band — from the humble beginnings through the upcoming single and highlighting the so-deep-it-hits-marrow connection that BVB have with fans. The band also provides some insight into the origin story of "Bleeders," which is inspired by Sweeney Todd.

BLACK VEIL BRIDES ON TOUR:
WITH DARK DIVINE, CREEPER + GHOSTKID:
4/25 — San Francisco, CA — Fillmore
4/27 — Las Vegas, NV — Sick New World*
4/28 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Depot
4/29 — Denver, CO — Ogden Theater
4/30 — Kansas City, MO — The Truman
5/2 — Minneapolis, MN — Fillmore
5/3 — Chicago, IL — Concord Music Hall
5/4 — Green Bay, WI — Epic
5/5 — Detroit, MI — Royal Oak Theater
5/7 — Albany, NY — Empire Live
5/8 — Boston, MA — House of Blues Boston
5/9 — Richmond, VA — The National
5/10 — Raleigh, NC — The Ritz
5/12 — Daytona Beach, FL — Welcome to Rockville*
5/13 — Atlanta, GA — Buckhead Theater
5/15 — New York, NY — Palladium Times Square
5/16 — Philadelphia, PA — Fillmore
5/17 — Columbus, OH — Sonic Temple*
5/18 — Nashville, TN — Marathon Music Works
5/20 — San Antonio, TX — The Aztec Theatre
5/21 — Houston, TX — RISE
5/22 — Dallas, TX — The Factory
5/24 — Tempe, AZ — The Marquee
5/25 — Los Angeles, CA — The Belasco
*Festival Date

Watch the new Take Offense video for 'Assassination'

Cali thrashers Take Offense have released their new single “Assassination” today - the second preview of what’s to come on their upcoming album T.O.tality. 

The track kicks off with a complex riff that would sit perfectly on a Marty Friedman-era Megadeth record before settling into a swinging hardcore groove with unexpected twists. It’s the perfect sample of Take Offense’s fresh take on crossover as the band forge ahead towards new frontiers on T.O.tality .

Frontman Anthony Herrera tells, “‘Assassination’ embodies our mission to be truthful and give everything that you have.” It’s accompanying video, directed by Nicholas Hipa is a metaphor,” adds Herrera. “The assassin in the video represents anyone and anything trying to stop us – it ain’t happening.”

After nearly two decades of grinding and the accompanying blood/sweat, Take Offense have mastered their craft, reaching the pinnacle of their expansive sound. T.O.tality , their fourth overall album and label debut for MNRK Heavy , is marked with a sense of modernity– incorporating the hard-driving ethos of thrash, the finesse of speed metal, the sneering tenacity of hardcore all while nodding to their home of Southern California.

Take Offense look toward the tone and attitude of their California counterparts– bands like EXCEL and Suicidal Tendencies who also leaned heavily into skate aesthetics but worshipped Sunset Strip-and-adjacent guitar dieties like Warren Di Martini and Eddie Van Halen . T.O.tality is a love letter to that scene and those times, delivered in the form of an armada of fourteen nitro-equipped tracks that explode through barricades of genre convention and emptying the clip with fresh ideas. It’s a tribute to local heroes with familiar approaches that are wholly and undoubtedly Take Offense.

Koe Wetzel Announces 46-Date 'Damn Near Normal World Tour'

Fresh off the first preview of forthcoming new music with “Damn Near Normal,” Platinum-selling country rock sensation Koe Wetzel announced his headlining Damn Near Normal World Tour, hitting arenas and amphitheaters across the globe starting this summer. Treaty Oak Revival, Kolby Cooper, Pecos & The Rooftops, Tanner Usrey, Dylan Wheeler, Kat Hasty and Kolton Moore will join as special guests on varying dates.
 
Selling over 275,000 tickets in 2023 alone, Wetzel graced POLLSTAR’s “Top Worldwide Tours” for the third time and is primed to have an even bigger year in 2024. Kicking off July 27 in his home state of Texas, the Damn Near Normal World Tour spans 34 U.S. dates with cities including Las Vegas, Washington, D.C., Boston, Nashville and more, with the stateside run culminating at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre on October 13 before Wetzel heads overseas for 12 stops in the U.K., Netherlands, Germany, Sweden, Norway and Denmark.
 
“It’s been a fun winter in the studio working on new music, but we can’t wait to be back on the road getting rowdy with the fans,” shares Wetzel. “And who knows, we might even have some more new music to sing for y’all at these shows soon…”
 
Tickets to all dates go on sale to the general public this Friday, April 5 at 10 a.m. local time. American Express® Card Members can purchase tickets before the general public beginning Wednesday, April 3 at 10 a.m. local time through Thursday, April 4 at 10 p.m. local time.
 
Fans can also see Wetzel live at several major festivals this year, including Rock the Country, Tortuga, Cattle Country, Country Thunder, Country Jam, Watershed and more, in addition to several headlining dates across California this month and a hometown stadium show as he joins Morgan Wallen’s One Night At A Time World Tour in Arlington, Texas this July.
 
For more information and to purchase tickets to all upcoming dates, visit KoeWetzelMusic.com and follow on Instagram and TikTok @Koe_Wetzel, Facebook @KoeWetzelMusic and Twitter/X @KoeWetzel.

Damn Near Normal World Tour Dates:
July 27            The Woodlands, Texas  ||  Cynthia Woods Pavilion  
Aug. 7             Missoula, Mont.  ||  Big Sky Brewing Company Amphitheater  
Aug. 8             Nampa, Idaho  ||  Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater  
Aug. 9             Sandy, Utah  ||  Sandy Amphitheater  
Aug. 10           Las Vegas, Nev.  ||  The Theater at Virgin Hotel Hotels Las Vegas  
Aug. 15           Minneapolis, Minn.  ||  The Armory 
Aug. 16           Council Bluffs, Iowa  ||  Stir Cove (Harrah’s Casino)  
Aug. 21           Cleveland, Ohio  ||  Jacobs Pavilion  
Aug. 22           Columbus, Ohio  ||  KEMBA Live! Outdoor  
Aug. 23           Pittsburgh, Pa.  ||  Stage AE 
Aug. 24           Washington, D.C.  ||  The Anthem 
Aug. 28           Boston, Mass.  ||  Roadrunner 
Aug. 29           Uncasville, Conn.  ||  Mohegan Sun Arena  
Aug. 30           Atlantic City, N.J.  ||  Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena  
Aug. 31           Reading, Pa.  ||  Santander Arena  
Sept. 4             Charleston, W.V.  ||  Charleston Coliseum  
Sept. 5             Roanoke, Va.  ||  Berglund Center  
Sept. 6             Columbia, S.C.  ||  Colonial Life Arena  
Sept. 7             Cary, N.C.  ||  Koka Booth Amphitheatre  
Sept. 12           Kansas City, Kan.  ||  Azura Amphitheater  
Sept. 13           Camdenton, Mo.  ||  Ozarks Amphitheater  
Sept. 18           St. Louis, Mo.  ||  Chaifetz Arena 
Sept. 20           Huntsville, Ala.  ||  The Orion Amphitheater  
Sept. 21           Macon, Ga.  ||  Atrium Health Amphitheater  
Sept. 25           Alexandria, La.  ||  Rapides Parish Coliseum  
Sept. 26           Tuscaloosa, Ala.  ||  Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater  
Sept. 27           Nashville, Tenn.  ||  Ascend Amphitheater  
Sept. 28           Little Rock, Ark.  ||  First Security Amphitheater  
Oct. 3              Pikeville, Ky.  ||  Appalachian Wireless Arena  
Oct. 4              Indianapolis, Ind.  ||  Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park  
Oct. 5              Evansville, Ind.  ||  Ford Center 
Oct. 10            Abilene, Texas  ||  Expo Center of Taylor County  
Oct. 11            Lubbock, Texas  ||  Cooks Garage 
Oct. 13            Morrison, Colo.  ||  Red Rocks Amphitheatre  
Oct. 26            Manchester, U.K.  ||  Academy 3
Oct. 27            London, U.K.  ||  The Garage
Oct. 30            Glasgow, U.K.  ||  Oran Mor
Oct. 31            Birmingham, U.K.  ||  Academy 2
Nov. 1             Leeds, U.K.  ||  Brudenell Social Club
Nov.3              Amsterdam, Netherlands  ||  Melkweg (Oude Zaal)
Nov. 5             Hamburg, Germany  ||  Bahnhof Pauli
Nov. 6             Berlin, Germany  ||  Frannz Club
Nov. 7             Cologne, Germany  ||  Club Volta
Nov. 10           Stockholm, Sweden  ||  Nalen
Nov. 11            Oslo, Norway  ||  Rockefeller Music Hall
Nov. 13           Copenhagen, Denmark  ||  Lille Vega
 
Additional Shows:
April 5             Gonzales, La.  ||  Rock The Country
April 7             Fort Lauderdale, Fla.  ||  Tortuga Music Festival
April 12           Gonzales, Texas  ||  Cattle Country Fest
April 14           Florence, Ariz.  ||  Country Thunder Arizona
April 17           Los Angeles, Calif.  ||  YouTube Theater
April 18           Bakersfield, Calif.  ||  Dignity Health Amphitheatre
April 19           Paso Robles, Calif.  ||  Vina Robles Amphitheatre
April 20           San Diego, Calif.  ||  Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
May 10            Daytona Beach, Fla.  ||  Welcome to Rockville
May 11            Roma, Ga.  ||  Rock The Country
May 18            Gulf Shores, Ala.  ||  Hangout Music Festival
June 21            Grand Junction, Colo.  ||  Country Jam
June 29            Poplar Bluff, Mo.  ||  Rock The Country
July 18            Twin Lakes, Wis.  ||  Country Thunder Wisconsin
July 26            Arlington, Texas  ||  AT&T Stadium (with Morgan Wallen)
July 31            Davenport, Iowa  ||  Mississippi Valley Fair
Aug. 1             Detroit Lakes, Minn.  ||  WE Fest
Aug. 3             Sweet Home, Ore.  ||  Oregon Jamboree Music Festival
Aug. 4             George, Wash.  ||  Watershed Festival
Aug. 17           Wichita, Kan.  ||  Bulls, Bands and Barrels
Sept. 19           Louisville, Ky.  ||  Bourbon & Beyond

Photo Credit: Gabe Muniz

About Koe Wetzel
Koe Wetzel might just be the last real rebel out there. The Platinum-selling East Texas-born singer, songwriter, guitarist and producer shakes up the status quo, shatters expectations and sticks to his guns with a sound steeped in country storytelling, yet spiked with grunge grit. He’s unapologetic, undeniable and unlike anyone else you’ve ever heard. Without anything to prove and nothing to lose, he continues to kick ass on his own terms. Breaking through with a series of independent releases and tallying over 2.4 billion streams to date, Wetzel has impressively notched multiple RIAA-certified singles, including six Gold records and the Platinum track “Drunk Driving.” The latter adorned his 2020 Columbia Records debut, Sellout, which arrived to widespread critical acclaim from American Songwriter, The Boot, Rolling Stone and more. Wetzel followed with the release of his 2022 album Hell Paso, which debuted at No. 12 on the Billboard 200. Recorded at the iconic Sonic Ranch Studio outside of El Paso, Texas, the 13-track LP perfectly blends Wetzel’s musical influences and carves a unique lane for himself. In speaking about the album, he says: “We pulled in every genre we were feeling at the time. We spent the last ten years trying to make this sound, Hell Paso has it.”
 
Over the years, Wetzel has quietly emerged as a powerhouse performer packing arenas, amphitheaters and ballparks across North America. Selling over 275,000 tickets in 2023 alone, he graced POLLSTAR’s “Top Worldwide Tours” for the third time with headline performances, top festivals and an opening slot for Morgan Wallen already slated for 2024. He continues to forge ahead with new music on the horizon. Ultimately, there’s only one Koe Wetzel, and he’s here to stay.

Dalton Dover Releases New Single "Bury Me In This Bar"

As he gears up to kick off his headlining Never Giving Up On That Tour next week, Dalton Dover delivers his new single via UMG Nashville/Mercury Records with the rollicking “Bury Me In This Bar.” Listen to the new song Below.
 
“This is one of my favorite songs I’ve ever been a part of writing,” Dover shares. “We really wanted to capture the fun and energy of those ‘90s country bar anthems that you just can’t skip or resist singing along with when you hear it. I believe it’s one that would make my heroes proud, and we can’t wait to hear people sing it with us on the road.”
 
Written by Dalton Dover, Dan Isbell, Jamie Davis and Benjy Davis, and produced by longtime collaborator Matt McVaney (McV), “Bury Me In This Bar” is laced with steel guitar and punctuated with hard rock hits amid the Georgia native’s dynamic vocals:
 
            Yeah, there’s one thing you can count on
            Ain’t no one getting out of
            This wake up, working, wild world alive
            Some folks prefer a casket
            Some get turned to ashes
            But I got other plans for when I die
 
            Oh, bury me in this bar
            Where the women and the whiskey ain’t too far
            Yeah, my soul is meant to belong
            Underneath that neon
            Smiling to the sound of a steel guitar
            I’ll rest in peace where all my people are
            Bury me in this bar
 
Today’s release follows Take Me Home: Covers which showcases Dover’s roots and influences growing up in Georgia, with Billboard calling it a “well-curated, fresh take on a collection of classics,” as MusicRow lauds him as “one of our finest young country voices.”
 
After wrapping up a string of shows supporting Larry Fleet, along with joining BRELAND & Friends at Ryman Auditorium earlier this week, Dover will embark on his headlining Never Giving Up On That Tour next Friday, April 5 in Houston, Texas. Tickets are on sale now at DaltonDoverOfficial.com.

Following his Nissan Stadium Platform Stage debut last summer, Dover is set to perform at the Dr. Pepper Amp Stage at CMA Fest on June 9. For more information, visit CMAFest.com.

Dalton Dover Tour Dates
 
April 5 // House of Blues - Bronze Peacock // Houston, TX
April 6 // The Lot // Mansfield, TX
April 13 // The Open Chord // Knoxville, TN
April 19 // Kings Hall // Everett, WA
April 20 // Coast City Country // Vancouver, Canada
April 26 // Terminal South // Tifton, GA
April 27 // Capitol Theatre // Macon, GA
May 4 // Burr Park // Dalton, GA
June 9 // CMA Fest // Nashville, TN
June 20-22 // Country Jam // Mack, CO
June 28 // Country Fest 2024 // Cadott, WI
July 4 // I-105 Country Freedom Fest // Quarryville, PA
Aug. 10 // Hollywood Outdoors* // Grantville, PA
Aug. 15 // CMAC* // Canandaigua, NY
Aug. 16 // Fallsview Casino Resort* // Niagara Falls, ON
Aug. 17 // Lasso Festival // Montreal, QC
 
*Supporting Sam Hunt
 
About Dalton Dover
Lauded by MusicRow as a “master country talent,” Dalton Dover’s new single “Bury Me In This Bar” is available now via UMG Nashville/Mercury Records. Released earlier this year, Take Me Home: Covers showcases his roots and influences growing up in Georgia. His debut radio single “Giving Up On That” was the most-added track at Country Radio upon its debut with 60 first week adds and can be found on his EP Never Giving Up On That, featuring eight tracks including “Night To Go,” “Baby I Am,” “Hear About A Girl” and more. Named a 2024 Tidal Artist to Watch, Pandora 2023 Artist to Watch, an Amazon Music 2023 Breakthrough Artist to Watch: Country Class and a member of CMT’s LISTEN UP 2023 Class, he will embark on his headlining Never Giving Up On That Tour in April 2024. Dover made his Grand Ole Opry debut in December 2022, followed by his international debut in 2023 at C2C: Country to Country Festival’s CMA Songwriters Series and performances across four stages at CMA Fest, including the Nissan Stadium Platform stage. In addition to playing Luke Combs’ Whiskey Jam Bootleggers Tailgate Party, he’s supported Sam Hunt, Chase Rice, Parker McCollum, Larry Fleet and Priscilla Block. By the age of 16, Dover had picked up a guitar and started teaching himself to play, yet it was his grandfather who turned him on to country music and artists such as Keith Whitley, Rhett Akins, Joe Diffie and Steve Wariner. Performances at local bars soon followed along with sharing covers of some of his favorite songs on TikTok. It was there he caught the ear of producer Matt McV and A&R veteran and founder of Droptine, Jim Catino, who quickly signed Dover. His debut track “You Got a Small Town,” produced by McV, quickly garnered critical acclaim from Billboard, MusicRow, Country Now and Wide Open Country. With his debut and his follow-up “Baby I Am” earning notable playlisting, Dover was named a Spotify Hot Country 2022 Artist to Watch along with a spotlight as Billboard’s February Country Rookie of the Month and a nod for MusicRow’s 2022 Discovery Artist of the Year. For more information, visit DaltonDoverOfficial.com or follow along on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and Facebook.

Scotty McCreery Releases Spiritual New Track "Red Letter Blueprint"

Triple Tigers recording artist Scotty McCreery has never been one to shy away from sharing his faith, even expressing the duality of his spirituality on his No. 1 hit song “In Between” where he sang “I ain’t all Holy water and I ain’t all Jim Beam…I’m somewhere in between.” Just in time for Easter, McCreery is getting personal again with today’s release of his latest track, “Red Letter Blueprint,” from his upcoming album Rise and Fall, out May 10th. Listen to “Red Letter Blueprint” below.
 
“My faith is everything to me,” said McCreery. “It’s held me up during my lows, and it’s been with me when I celebrate my highs. This new album was influenced by the rises and falls in my life through the years, so I wanted to sing about what sustains me. I’ve featured songs about my wife and my son, but I also wanted to share a song about my faith. I hope it is comforting to anyone who may need to hear these words.”   
 
Written by McCreery with Derek George, Brent Anderson, Jeremy Bussey and Monty Criswell, “Red Letter Blueprint” is about taking solace in the belief that no matter how far away true peace seems, the path to get there is clearly marked. Building from a tender piano melody and McCreery’s convicted yet empathetic vocals, this insightful ballad about inner strength and encouragement finds him leaning on the comforting clarity of eternal faith:

       Where can you go when you ain't getting nowhere 
       Every turn is a dead-end road 
       The rain starts to fall and you're so lost out there 
       Really only one place I know 
       When your whole world falls to pieces 
       And you don't know how to build it back 
       There's a red letter blueprint in King James black
 
McCreery is set to return to Talk Shop Live this Tuesday, April 2 at 8 PM ET / 7 PM CT in support of Rise and Fall. During his live appearance, which will be hosted by Storme Warren, the country crooner will perform new songs from the album and answer viewer questions while fans will be able to pre-order autographed CDs and vinyl. Tune in here: https://talkshop.live/watch/aIQsXCYbR26a 

McCreery will also make his first-ever appearance at Nashville’s famed Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival on Wednesday, April 3 at 9:00 PM CT. He will join a guitar pull at The Listening Room along with Ingrid Andress and Benjy Davis, as well as Chase McGill who co-wrote “Stuck Behind a Tractor” with McCreery and Rhett Akins that is featured on McCreery’s upcoming Rise and Fall album. For more information on the sold-out show and Tin Pan South, visit tinpansouth.com.
 
Rise and Fall will feature 13 tracks that find him exploring themes of heartbreak, rowdy nights, nostalgia, faith, newfound joy, fatherhood and enduring love, resulting in a project full of insightful storytelling that includes his current Top 10 and rising single “Cab in a Solo.” The album, coming out May 10, was produced by McCreery’s longtime production team of Frank Rogers, Derek Wells and Aaron Eshuis.
 
McCreery co-wrote 12 of the 13 songs on the album, which will be released digitally as well as on CD and vinyl. In addition, Amazon will release a limited edition, forest green vinyl version of the album.

  • Pre-order/pre-save Rise and Fall HERE

  • Pre-order autographed vinyl and CDs of Rise and Fall HERE

“I know every artist says it, but this is truly my favorite album I’ve made so far,” shares McCreery. “I wanted to create an album that reflected the music I grew up on and wasn’t chasing trends. So, I brought several of my songwriting buddies to the mountains of North Carolina to sit down and write a full-on country album that told a story, start to finish, and spoke to my soul. We’ve been performing most of the album live on the road and the response from the audiences has been overwhelming. I can’t wait for everyone to hear Rise and Fall when it comes out May 10th.”
 
The North Carolina native knows all too well there’s a rhythm to life and a cycle of ups and downs. And right now, he’s on the upswing.
 
Now 30 years old and a seasoned country music veteran selling out concerts across the globe with five consecutive No. 1 hits under his belt, McCreery is also a dedicated husband and father, welcoming a son named Avery in 2022, whose impact on the singer is highlighted in several songs on the album. Recently, he even celebrated the milestone of all milestones for a guy who grew up on Randy Travis, Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton and Ronnie Milsap; he was invited by his musical hero Garth Brooks to become the newest member of the iconic Grand Ole Opry. McCreery’s induction will take place on April 20 with another of his heroes, Josh Turner, officially welcoming him into the Opry family.
 
But folks like McCreery know it means more when you’ve seen the other side. For him, each highlight has come in contrast to a challenge – things like the loss of his first record deal and the year of naysaying uncertainty that followed before he built himself up again, brick by brick. As a result, Rise and Fall comes from an artist who knows to appreciate the ride – no matter where it leads.
 
“I feel like we’re on the rise now, but I’ve fallen pretty low as well,” McCreery admits. “I learned from every little part of that, and it helped me to know who I was as a person – let alone an artist. The rises and the falls helped craft these songs. They made this album what it is.”
 
“Red Letter Blueprint” is the fifth song released from the album, following lead single “Cab in a Solo” (currently Top 10 and rising) and tracks “Slow Dance,” “Can’t Pass the Bar” and “Love Like This.” A full listing of the album’s songs follows.

Tickets for upcoming tour dates are on sale now at ScottyMcCreery.com.
   
About Scotty McCreery
Scotty McCreery has been a household name for nearly half his life, ever since making history in 2011 as both the first country artist and the youngest male artist of any genre to debut his first studio album, the Platinum-certified Clear as Day, at No. 1 on the all-genre Billboard Top 200 Albums chart. With his forthcoming album Rise and Fall set for release May 10, featuring current single “Cab in a Solo” along with 12 additional tracks, McCreery explores classic themes of heartbreak, rowdy nights, nostalgia, faith, newfound joy, fatherhood, and enduring love, and through it all, felt comfortable being himself, resulting in a project full of electrified twang, rich baritone vocals and insightful storytelling. The 30-year-old has sold more than 4 million albums and achieved 5 consecutive No.1 hits: the RIAA Platinum-certified “Damn Strait,” the RIAA Gold certified “You Time,” the RIAA Gold certified “In Between,” the RIAA Platinum certified “This is It,” and the RIAA Triple Platinum certified ‘Five More Minutes.” The North Carolina native has earned one Triple Platinum, five Platinum and four Gold singles; one Platinum and two Gold albums; won the 10th season of “American Idol” in 2011 at age 17; was named the ACM New Artist of the Year in 2011; won the CMT Music Award for Breakthrough Video of the Year (“The Trouble with Girls”) in 2012; and BMI Awards for writing One of the Top 50 Country Songs of the Year five times (in 2015 for “See You Tonight,” in 2018 for “Five More Minutes,” in 2019 for “This is It,” in 2021 for “In Between,” and in 2022 for “You Time”). He was awarded Pandora Billionaire status in 2021 in recognition of his music achieving more than one billion streams on Pandora. His song “Five More Minutes” inspired two popular holiday movies which aired on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Network: “Five More Minutes” in 2021 and “Five More Minutes: Moments Like These” in 2022. He released his first book Go Big or Go Home: The Journey Toward the Dream in 2016. His most recent album is Same Truck: The Deluxe Album. This fall McCreery was inducted into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame and was most recently invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry by Garth Brooks. The singer/songwriter married his high school sweetheart Gabi in 2018, and the couple had their first son Avery in October 2022. For more information, visit ScottyMcCreery.com.

Carrion Vael Release New Album 'Cannibals Anonymous' via Unique Leader Records

Melodic deathcore quintet Carrion Vael has today released their new album 'Cannibals Anonymous'via Unique Leader Records. 'Cannibals Anonymous' is the follow-up full-length to the band's 2022 ULR debut, 'Abhorrent Obsessions'. In celebration of the news, the band has shared their new single "Love Zombie" and the accompanying lyric video. Speaking about today's news, the band shared:

“Roughly 30 years ago, a young man by the name of Jeffrey Lionel Dahmer roamed the unsuspecting midwestern bar scene of Milwaukee Wisconsin. Jeffrey’s intention was to lure young men back to his apartment, drug them, and possess their lives. Dahmer would drill a hole into the head of these men, and using a turkey baster, inject hydrochloric acid into their brain. His hope was that it would help make zombie sex slaves to sooth the loneliness he suffered, with the companionship he craved. "Love Zombie" is that story.”

Prior to today, Carrion Vael released the official lyric video for their track "Discount Meats". Stream 'Cannibals Anonymous'here and watch the "Love Zombie" lyric video below.

Carrion Vael Is:

Travis Lawson Purcell - Vocals

Al Arford - Bass

Trenton Limburg - Guitars

Ryan Kuder - Guitars

Matt Behner - Drums

Melodic Death Metal Outfit RISE TO FALL Release Intense New Single "Fire Haze"!

Melodic death metal act RISE TO FALL has unveiled their latest, powerful single "Fire Haze". The track was originally included as a bonus on the exclusive Japan edition of the group's latest album The Fifth Dimension (2023, Noble Demon) and is now available to listeners worldwide.

Listen to "Fire Haze" Below

“'Fire Haze' has all the elements of Rise To Fall that will make you fall in love," the band comments. "It is a song with a very melodic instrumental intro, it has a memorable Rise To Fall chorus and passages that mix strength and feeling. The break and solo of the song are super melodic and energetic, without a doubt it's a song that you won't be able to get out of your head any time soon, that mix of harmonies takes it to a new level!”

Formed in 2006 in Bilbao in northern Spain, RISE TO FALL have established their well-deserved place within the metal scene over the past years. With a constant output and numerous live shows and festival appearances, RISE TO FALL have become known for delivering music of the highest level and their devastating live shows. With the release of five studio albums, the band has kept raising the bar, leading not only to numerous tours across Europe, but also headlining tours in Japan and China. The band's latest album The Fifth Dimension is available at THIS LOCATION

Rise To Fall are:

Alain „Dalay Tarda“ Gutiérrez - Vocals
Hugo Markaida - Guitar
Dann Hoyos - Guitar
Javier Martín - Bass
Xabier Del Val - Drums

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Emo Rock Outfit NORTHBOUND Announce Upcoming Album + Release Double Single Via Smartpunk Records

NORTHBOUND ANNOUNCES UPCOMING ALBUM JUNIPER 

ALBUM OUT ON JULY 12 VIA SMARTPUNK RECORDS

Pre-order the album here

Ahead of the album release, the band is also debuting two singles: "Big Tune (Fuck Off Forever)" and "Science" — listen below.

That's right — this isn't an April Fool's Joke! Northbound is releasing a new album this summer and is unveiling two new singles from his upcoming fourth full-length release. After touring worldwide with acts including Simple Plan,State Champs, and more, Jonathon Fraser (the man behind the moniker) is poised to share his most realized iteration of the project on Juniper, which is set to release on July 12.

Speaking about the new single "Big Tune (Fuck Off Forever)," Northbound says, "I picked 'Big Tune' as the first single for the record because I feel it perfectly encapsulates the vibe of the Juniper. It's fast and doesn't take itself too seriously. A lot of my previous work had a brooding tone, and it was important to me that this record launches from a place of empowerment and not self-pity. It's a track mostly about dealing with the feelings that come from monetizing art, social media's role in the music scene, and just wanting to play music. Loudly."

When asked about "Science," he adds, "'Science' is the perfect B-Side for 'Big Tune.' It's not quite an antithesis to 'Big Tune' but it shows a much more vulnerable side to where this record goes. A lot of Juniper is about looking around and trying to find my place in the world, as an artist and human. I'm a real adult now. Who's in my corner? What do I want for myself? Most importantly, what the fuck is going on? 'Science' is a good introduction to those questions."

Speaking on the album, Northbound says "Juniper is my fourth album under the moniker of Northbound. After a few years of laying low and flying under the radar, this album is a bold statement of return. My most focused record to date, Juniper takes heavy influence from the early 2000s era of pop punk with a clear intention: to feel nostalgia for the moment you're currently in. It's fun to listen to, yet simultaneously invites the listener to feel things. It's a record about change, pain, and joy. Juniper doesn't try to reinvent the wheel, but it does spin it in a way that hasn't happened for a while."

ABOUT NORTHBOUND:
"Some flowers never get to bloom," a sentiment that has become all too familiar to Jonathon Fraser. For better or worse, this has fueled Northbound, the emo-tinged rock outfit born out of Boca Raton, Florida. Since 2012, Northbound has established a committed following through several releases and an extensive touring history in the U.S. and overseas. Their resume includes hitting the road with the likes of Simple Plan, State Champs, and many more of the scene's most respected bands. Whether it's at a house show or the 02 Forum in London, Northbound has proven capable of encapsulating nostalgia from the turn of the millennium with none of the cliches typically involved.

Throughout Northbound’s tenure, Fraser has maintained a presence in his songs that feels like an open door to his lived experiences — all bark, all bite. In early 2023, Fraser dug up his lifelong Florida roots and transplanted them to Los Angeles — with something new to prove. 

Juniper sees the project rising to new heights — with the strongest material in Northbound's discography. The themes of the album are on full display — the mental weight that self-awareness can bring, the search for yourself in a world that often doesn't care, and waiting for love that still hasn't arrived. Fraser has no interest in feigning authenticity and refuses to hold back on Juniper. 

Northbound may be the alternative scene's best-kept secret, but those who are paying attention never stop listening. Juniper and a fresh start in Los Angeles mark the beginning of a monumental shift for the trajectory of Northbound. 

ABOUT SMARTPUNK RECORDS:
Smartpunk has been a recognizable name in the scene for a long time (Remember that sponsored Warped Tour stage?!). After exchanging several hands and countless ideas of what it could and should be, they decided to start a record label in 2016 with the main idea of focusing solely on reissuing records that have been out of print or never on vinyl. After all, they're a label of vinyl dorks themselves! After releasing Set Your Goals' Mutiny and Gameface's Good, they started to venture into signing newer bands. They actively balance in between many worlds — putting out amazing music from friends and bands that rock, reissuing older titles, and partnering with other incredible labels in our scene and doing exclusive color variants of their releases.

"Since forming the record label, Smartpunk Records has released timeless albums such as Less Than Jake's Anthem, Nominee's Lowlife, RIVALS' Sad Looks Pretty on Me, Virginity's POPMORTEM, and melodic skate punkers The Swellers' My Everest.

Lightworker Share "Evergreen" Visualizer

San Francisco's Lightworker — Joe Calderon [vocals], Grayson Hurd[guitar], and Ryan Johnson [drums] — will drop their new album How the Beautiful Decay on April 19 via Solid State Records. Pre-order it here.

Today, the band has shared the visualizer for "Evergreen." It's packed with montage footage of the band performing live at different locations — and will leave you incredibly eager to see the band in the flesh. 
 
Watch + listen below.

"On our debut album, we had two songs that could be classified as our version of 'ballads' or 'love songs,'" the band says. "'Evergreen' is that song for thisalbum, and it continues the story from '10/18' off our first album. Lyrically, it's equally melancholy and sweet — the perfect blend for our heaviest 'ballad' to date."
 
Lightworker first emerged with the Resilience EP in 2017. Their signature sound cemented on 2020's full-length debut, Fury by Failure. It tallied over a million streams powered up by "Empyre," "The Willing Martyr," and "Words Dissolve" [feat. Ryan Kirby of Fit For A King]. Meanwhile, a 2021 cover of the Hoobastank hit "Crawling in the Dark" maintained their momentum. During 2022, they recorded How The Beautiful Decay with Beau Burchell of Saosin in the producer's chair. The musicians made a conscious decision to let their heavier impulses lead the way in the studio. As a result, How the Beautiful Decay is a master class in beautiful brutality.

Lightworker will return to the road in May with Dreamwake and Red Keep. All dates are below.

LIGHTWORKER ON TOUR:
WITH DREAMWAKE + RED KEEP:
5/3 — San Diego, CA — The Bancroft 
5/4 — Tempe, AZ — Yucca Tap Room
5/5 — El Paso, TX — The Rockhouse 
5/7 — Austin, TX — Coral Snake 
5/8 — Houston, TX — The End
5/9 — Corpus Christi, TX — Boozerz 
5/10 — Lubbock, TX — Jake’s Backroom 
5/11 — Dallas, TX — Haltom Theater Side Stage 
6/30 — Thompson, CT — Capulet Fest*
*Festival Date