US-Argentinian duo AEROLINEA announces debut album 'All We Need', shares 'Nervous' video

Indie pop duo Aerolinea presents their new single 'Nervous', previewing their 'All We Need' album, the debut offering from this Argentinian-American project, which also sees a guest appearance by Failure drummer Kellii Scott. This eight-track record hits all music platforms on November 28.

Aerolinea is made up of Argentinian artist Victoria Real and Eric Weissinger of Atlanta dream-gaze duo I Am a Rocketship - both songwriters, vocalists and multi-instrumentalists. What began in April 2023 with an Instagram message led to a year of file sharing and meet ups in Florida and Argentina. The two met the pandemic thanks to a chance meeting while performing for the NMER Music Festival (organised by No Me Escucho Records) - a spark that planted the seed for what is now Aerolinea.

'Nervous' commences with a simple guitar line over a minimal kick and snare drum, interrupted by a repeated distorted riff. Quiet, thoughtful verses give way to a lush, melodic chorus, with both members of the band joining forces. The song closes with chaotic guitar and echoing, overlapping voices, bringing it to a nervous but satisfying conclusion.

''Nervous' is a different way of describing feeling alone. We need connections, and when you’re missing a connection, you start to doubt yourself, and not feel complete. You worry. The song is more about the subject’s emotions, and you don’t know anything about who they miss," says Eric Weissinger.

Victoria Real adds, "Nervous is the feeling we wanted to express here. Like a hunch that something is out of place. We put music and lyrics to it to evoke that feeling and thereby also evoke instant relief when expressed and channeled in this song".

With passionate tandem lyrics, intertwining guitars and rhythms that sometimes groove and sometimes surprise, Aerolinea crafts a sound designed for romantics and misfits, for late nights and strange places. Earlier, Aerolinea shared their debut single 'What Moves You', a dreamy track that oscillates between minimalistic pensiveness and intense euphoria for a sonic journey that is worth the flight. Its dramatic video was directed by renowned cinematographer Nico Purdía.

Victoria Real honed her musical skills under the tutelage of King Crimson guitar legend Robert Fripp, first as a Guitar Craft student and later performing with the League of Crafty Guitarists. She has released four albums as a solo artist with a fifth album in production. In 2021, she received the “Artist Revelation Rock of the Year” award at the Cordoba Entertainment Awards (Premios CIEyA) and was nominated a “Artist of the Year” and “Rock Artist of the Year” in 2023 and 2024.

Eric Weissinger has released five albums and an EP with I Am a Rocketship. Before forming this duo, he was bassist for Anne Richmond Boston (DB Recs). As a bassist, guitarist and singer in this and other projects, he has opened for numerous notable bands, including The Black Crowes, James, The Wedding Present, Cracker and Portastatic.

As of November 12, 'Nervous' is available on fine digital platforms, including Bandcamp, where Aerolinea's 'All We Need' album is available for pre-order via My Long Wknd Records. Aerolinea will be touring Argentina, Chile and Brazil in the new year, kicking off at Buenos Aires' Bar Carnal on January 11.

CREDITS
Music & Lyrics written by Victoria Real & Eric Weissinger
Vocals by Victoria Real & Eric Weissinger
Victoria Real - guitar, synths, bass, and samples
Eric Weissinger - guitar, synths, bass, and samples
Kellii Scott - drums on 'Dreamer'
Recorded & Produced by Victoria Real & Eric Weissinger
Mixed by Eric Weissinger
Cover artwork by Victoria Real & Eric Weissinger
'What Moves You' video directed by Nico Purdía
Video filmed by Mariano Laguzzi
'Nervous' video directed by Dario Martinez
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

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Icelandic Prog Metal Newcomers Múr Unleash Music Video for New Single, "Holskefla"

With a sound that defies generic labels and a vision that stretches the limits of creativity, Múr are the latest descendants from Iceland’s volcanic underground. The emerging quintet are forging a new era of dark, atmospheric and boundary shattering metal. With progressive sensibilities that harken to the Devin Townsend Project and mid-era Opeth, a talent to cohesively juxtapose atmospheric textures with polished technicality a la Meshuggah and Gojira, and a focus on jazz study among the fresh-faced instrumentalists, Múr is already proving itself to be a reckoning force.

Múr is now unleashing the latest offering from its upcoming self-titled debut, which is due on November 22, 2024 via Century Media Records! The new single, "Holskefla," can be found along with a music video below.

The band comments: “‘Holskefla’ is one of the oldest songs written for our debut album and our earliest exploration into writing in odd time signatures. The title means ‘deluge’ or ‘barrage’ and the song embodies the album’s overall theme of breaking the shackles of inner turmoil and finding strength in letting go.”

Múr’s trajectory really gained momentum a year after their formation when their talent was recognized in the spring of 2022 as they conquered the Icelandic Wacken Metal Battle, propelling them to an impressive fourth place in the international finale at Wacken Open Air in Germany.

The band recently created a buzz following the release of their folk horror infused video for “Heimsslit," which can be found HERE.

“'Heimsslit’ is an Icelandic word for the apocalypse, but the literal translation is 'world's tearing,’ inspiring a vision of the world coming apart at the seams,” says the band. “The lyrical themes have more to do with an acceptance of something vital falling apart within one's own mind rather than being about the physical world ending. The song is accompanied by our first music video, a massive cross-discipline collaboration between local artists."

The album is due digitally on November 22, 2024 while CD and vinyl will be available January 10, 2025. Pre-orders are now live HERE.

Making their debut with their self-titled full-length, which will be released via Century Media Records on November 22, 2024, the newcomers already have a buzz around them as they have been winning over crowds on the festival circuit since conquering Soulcrusher Festival in 2023. Through their unique blend of atmospheric textures, evocative songwriting, and raw emotional intensity, Múr has garnered critical acclaim both within their homeland and beyond, solidifying their position as one of the country's most promising and exciting musical exports.

Lineup:

Kári Haraldsson - Vocals, Keytar, Synthesizers

Hilmir Árnason - Guitar

Jón Ísak Ragnarsson - Guitar

Ívar Klausen - Bass

Árni Jökull Guðbjartsson - Drums

Links:

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Formats:

Ltd. CD Digipak

Ltd. deep blood red LP

Digital album

BRIAN SETZER ORCHESTRA RE-ISSUES ANNOUNCED INCLUDING THE BREAKTHROUGH ALBUM THE DIRTY BOOGIE ON LIMITED EDITION 180G COLORED VINYL DROPS DECEMBER 13!

The Brian Setzer Orchestra is a swing band formed in 1992 by Stray Cats frontman Brian Setzer. Their debut self titled album was released in 1994, and was followed up in 1996 with Guitar Slinger. In 1998, for their breakout album The Dirty Boogie, the group covered Louis Prima's "Jump, Jive An' Wail", which originally appeared on Prima's 1957 album The Wildest! and found themselves with a runaway hit! The album’s success led to a massive tour which ran from fall of 1998 through the summer of 1999, including a performance at the infamous Woodstock 1999. The Dirty Boogie’s success was capped off with a Grammy win for Brian’s version of “Sleepwalk” for Best Pop Instrumental in 1999. That would just be the first Grammy that Brian would bring home with the Orchestra.

With the success of the recent Guitar Slinger reissue from the Brian Setzer Orchestra we are now excited to announce for the first time on vinyl since 1998, The Dirty Boogie. Remastered on 180g vinyl in two amazing Limited-Edition Colors and in a special gatefold jacket. There are only 300 of the Multi-Color Splatter and 700 of the Seafoam Melt. The Dirty Boogie is the third release from the Brian Setzer Orchestra. As Setzer states about this time, “When the swing revival came, it put me on that wave and it was a great thing for me because it got the sound out there and all of a sudden, I turned around and oh my gosh, everything was just huge.” The live tour set featured several Stray Cats hits including “Rock This Town” which got a big band re-working for The Dirty Boogie, along with many other tracks from the new album which were made for the stage.

Watch “Jump Jive An’ Wail” below.

In addition to Prima's "Jump Jive An' Wail", you’ll hear the Grammy Winning version of Santo & Johnny’s classic “Sleepwalk”, the rockin’ title track “The Dirty Boogie”, "Since I Don't Have You" by the kyliners, “This Cat’s On A Hot Tin Roof”, and Bull Moose Jackson’s "Nosey Joe” featuring a brilliant guest appearance by Gwen Stefani of No Doubt, to name just a few of the incredible songs on this modern classic.This is the second in a series of three reissues coming from Deko Entertainment with Guitar Slinger already released and Vavoom! coming in early 2025. Pre-order your copy of “The Dirty Boogie” while supplies last: https://www.dekoentertainment.com/thebriansetzerorchestra

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Gaerea Release New Video Ahead of US Tour

Gaerea are waking into a new era. The Portuguese masked sensations are no longer strictly a black metal band. With Coma, they've surfaced to the top of extreme metal. Their critically acclaimed new album racked up more than 1 million streams within 24 hours of landing on Spotify. 

"Coma, the quintet's fourth full-length, not only finds them sharpening their craft", FLOOD gushes, "but it also makes a strong claim as 2024's best metal record, regardless of subgenre". 

To lay claim over their new domain, later this month, Gaerea are touring North America with Zeal & Ardor and Zetra. Today, the band are treating the vortex societies in the U.S. and Canada with a tantalizing glimpse of their striking live performance. The new video for "Coma" includes never-before-seen footage from this year's treks to China and Taiwan, though the title track off their new album also shows just how far Gaerea have come.   

Watch the video for "Coma" Below.

Though produced by their trusted confident Miguel Tereso, Comabroadens Gaerea's signature sound by taking it in two seemingly opposed directions. The title track is one of the heavier songs on the whole album. Concussive drum fills open the floodgates for a venomous groove that shakes its scales like a dragon. But its tortured screams and piercing melodies reveal a mysterious phantom pain.

"This is the song that explains the whole record, basically", the band's unnamed vocalist told Apple Music. "I was thinking about how to write a song about someone in a coma, but they're still conscious of it. Because if there's no consciousness, there won't be a song. So, this is a bit like waking up in a dark room and seeing the whole word around you, but you can't really figure out if it's reality, if it's memories, if it's your imagination, or just your lost dreams in life. It deals with that anxiety of trying to figure out if you're really here or not, or if this is the afterlife - and whatever the afterlife might look like".

Gaerea North American Tour 2024 with Zeal & Ardor and ZETRA

November 23 - Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer [TICKETS]
November 24 - New York, NY @ Le Poisson Rouge [TICKETS]
November 25 - Allston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall [TICKETS]
November 27 - Montreal, QC @ Le Studio TD [TICKETS]
November 28 - Toronto, ON @ Opera House [TICKETS]
November 29 - Detroit, MI @ The Majestic [TICKETS]
November 30 - Millvale, PA @ Mr. Smalls Theatre [TICKETS]
December 2 -   Indianapolis, IN @ The Vogue [TICKETS]
December 3 -   Chicago, IL @ Thalia Hall [TICKETS]
December 4 -   Minneapolis, MN @ Varsity Theatre [TICKETS]
December 6 -   Engelwood, CO @ Gothic Theatre [TICKETS]
December 7 -   Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge [TICKETS]
December 9 -   Seattle, WA @ The Showbox [TICKETS]
December 10 - Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theatre [TICKETS]
December 11 - Portland, OR @ Wonder Ballroom [TICKETS]
December 13 - Berkeley, CA @ UC Theatre [TICKETS]
December 14 - Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory [TICKETS]
December 15 - Phoenix, AZ @ Crescent Ballroom [TICKETS]
December 17 - Austin, TX @ Mohawk [TICKETS]
December 18 - Dallas, TX @ Studio at The Factory [TICKETS]

The night before their first show, Gaerea are hosting a Meet & Greet at Tattooed Mom. The band will pop into the South Philly staple to sign autographs and chat with fans during a live Q&A session. This event is free and open to the public, but it's the only pop-up event that Gaerea are hosting on this tour. If you're in Philadelphia, don't miss the chance to grab your official Coma merch before everyone else!

Gaerea Pop-Up Merch Store + Meet & Greet
Date: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:30 - 9:30 pm Eastern Time
Location: Tattooed Mom, 530 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147

EPICA Share Video For New Single "Arcana" — WATCH

Hidden wisdom, long-lost secrets, and esoteric knowledge. 

With "Arcana," the frontrunners of symphonic metal EPICA herald a new chapter in their two-decade-long band history.

This is the band's first new release since their chart-topping album Omega and their collaboration EP The Alchemy Project. It offers a glimpse into the band's future music, coming in 2025.

"'Arcana' guides you through the universal stages of spiritual evolution in life. It leads the way to a higher consciousness and spiritual self-awareness," the band comments. "Writing this song was a spontaneous effort, so it came together quickly, which felt so natural that it wrote itself. The music contains classic Epica elements but has some vibes that might remind you of '80s alternative rock or modern metal."

The single is now available on all streaming platforms. It also includes "The Ghost in Me," a special collaboration with the Netherlands' most popular theme park, de "Efteling." 

The music video, directed by Remko Tielemans, is now premiering on YouTube..

The song has already made its live debut at the band's monumental "Symphonic Synergy" shows in Amsterdam, and fans in Latin America will now have the chance to hear it live at the two shows that Epica will perform exclusively with a full orchestra and choir. A few last tickets for the first night are still available here.

Savage Lands Announce Debut Album

Punishing noise levels are a natural force among metal's various habitats. But after hearing the roar of chainsaws tear through Costa Rica's rain forest, two angry metalheads are banging their heads together to protect our ecosystems.

Savage Lands is co-operated by Megadeth drummer Dirk Verbeuren and musician-turned-activist Sylvain Demercastel. Since its founding in 2022, the U.S.-based 501 (c) (3) non-profit has preserved 100,000 square feet of Costa Rican forest using the money from their music. 100% of the royalties from the organization's debut album, Army of the Trees, support their ongoing preservation projects in Costa Rica and other countries.

Army of the Trees comes out February 15, 2025 on Season of Mist.

Watch the video for the album's anthemic title track, which features stars from across the French metal scene below.

Pre-order & Pre-save

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Like the trees of the rain forest, Savage Lands are supported by many different branches.

On the ground, the organization partners with scientists, forest engineers, ecological parks, private businesses and other local non-profits. Their Green Alliance has led to more than 11,000 trees being planted in deforested areas along the Costa Rican coastline thanks to the help of 1,200 volunteers. They also partner with global conservation leaders like the Jane Goodall Institute.

"Nature is music. Trees are music", said the world famous scientist, who is working together with the metal non-profit on preservation projects in Africa and France. 

Collaboration also fuels Savage Lands' creative drive. Army of the Trees introduces several species of metalhead into the band's natural environment. The album features Alissa White-Gluz, Lord of the Lost and other movers and shakers from across the metal industry. While the title track boasts a wild ranging guest list, its anthemic energy comes from the organization's earliest roots.

The foundation of Savage Lands was three decades in the making. Dirk and Sylvain first met in France during the late '90s, when they both played in the socially conscious thrash metal band Artsonic. While Dirk went on to join Soilwork and Megadeth, the country has continued to support their joint conservation efforts. Hellfest pledged to donate 1 million Euro to Savage Lands after the band performed on the main stage at this year's festival with familiar faces from Napalm Death, Biohazard, Body Count, The Gathering and their core members in French metalcore exploders Black Bomb A and Chicano crossover punks Loco Muerte.

"That's one of the beautiful things about Savage Lands", Sylvain says. "As a band, we're not limited to just one genre. We can adapt to boost the strengths of whoever is joining us". 

"Army of the Trees" packs more Francophone force. Eight pillars from the French metal scene join Savage Lands in the fight to protect the world's ecosystems. Niko of Tagada Jones throws lyrical haymakers while Loco Muerte's Steeven Corsini spins a blazing rap between drums that pound with all the force of the jungle. Auré Jäger (Akiavel), David Sidilarsen and the mighty Julien Truchan from Benighted flex their beastly growls. The ghostly video is a chilling reminder of what's at stake, but the fiery guitar solos from Sylvain, Stéphane Buriez (Loudblast) and Nils Courbaron (Sirenia / Dropdead Chaos) put more than enough bite behind Savage Lands' fierce rallying cry. "Now is the time to take a stand".

“Our goals are attainable,” Sylvain and Dirk say. “By converting the land that we purchase into nature sanctuaries, Savage Lands will help set a precedent for environmental activism. But we must work together and quickly. Ecosystems are still under attack. If we don’t, then there won’t be any wildlife left to save”.

Raise your horns and join the Army of the Trees in support of the metal non-profit.

Just listening to "Army of the Trees" helps support Savage Lands. 100% of the song’s royalties fund the musician-run non-profit’s preservation efforts.

The CD Digisleeve for Army of the Trees is made from eco paper, while the LP is pressed on BioVinyl.

Learn more about Savage Lands
https://savagelands.org/  

Donate 
https://savagelands.org/donation/

Core lineup
Poun - vocals  
Sylvain Demercastel - guitars
Etienne Treton - Bass
Florian Pons - drums

Special member 
Dirk Verbeuren (Drums on "Black Rock Heart", "The Last Howl" and "Out of Breath)

Collaborators
Stephane Buriez
Ardag Basmadjian
HK Nico + James at Vamacara

Guest features
Kai Uwe Faust - Vocals (Black Rock Heart)
Chloe Trujillo - Vocals (Black Rock Heart, Out of Breath)
Alissa White-Gluz - Vocals (Ruling Queen)
Kenneth Andrews - Guitar (Ruling Queen)
Andreas Kisser - Guitar (The Last Howl)
John Tardy - Vocals (The Last Howl)
Maria Franz - Vocals (No Remedy)
Lord of the Lost - Vocals (Out of Breath)

*Army of Trees features Steeven Corsini (Loco Muerte), Auré Jäger (Akiavel), David & Viber (Sidilarsen), Niko Jones (Tagada Jones), Julien Truchan (Benighted), Stéphane Buriez (Loudblast, Sinsaenum), Nils Courbaron (Bloodorn, Sirenia, DDC) and Aurelien Ouzoulias (The Beat Factory, Mörglbl).

Production
Recorded, mixed and mastered by Adair Daufembach at Daufembach Studio in Los Angeles.

Cover artist
Brewster Agency  

Photographer
Gornos

Pre-order & Pre-save
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Available Formats
Digital Download
CD Digisleeve
12" BioVinyl (Gatefold)

Follow Savage Lands
Official Website: https://savagelands.org/  
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/savage-lands/1712738479
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5fft5SyNYhNar3PdYtKQSF
Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/p/Savage-Lands-100081754354224/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savagelands_project/

VISIONS OF ATLANTIS Starts Digital Live Series, “Armada Live Over Europe”

Pirates never rest, nor do the raging seas! Immediately after touring all over Europe and the UK, VISIONS OF ATLANTIS surprises their devotees with another stunner and announces the upcoming digital live series Armada Live Over Europe. By releasing songs and respective live videos over the upcoming weeks, the international symphonic metal frontrunners keep the excitement at the highest level, starting the video series with “To Those Who Choose to Fight” and “The Land of the Free”. The live video captures the explosive energy of a VISIONS OF ATLANTIS live show and allows listeners to relive the matchless spirit of the past tour at home. Contemporarily on all digital platforms, the live album will take shape in five parts, starting today with the first two tracks. Follow the band’s socials to discover the release dates of all five chapters of this adventure!

'Armada Live Over Europe' contains a live version of each song cut from the tour’s setlist, with recordings from various shows and venues. “To Those Who Choose to Fight” and “The Land of the Free” set the stage for this adventurous ride and were the first tracks the band performed at La Rayonne in Lyon, France on October 9. It’s also the opening track from VISIONS OF ATLANTIS’ latest full-length album, 'Pirates II – Armada', which marks the band’s most successful record to date, entering international charts at top positions, such as #5 on the German and Austrian Official Album Charts, #4 on the UK Rock & Metal Charts and #2 on the US Hard Music Album Charts, just to name a few. Both live songs are now available on all streaming services worldwide and arrive alongside equally palpable live videos. Stay tuned, as there’s more to come already next week. Until then, enjoy the gripping live video below and make sure to get your tickets for the upcoming shows in Germany and the US!

Pirate Queen Clementine states:

“This Armada tour has been the most exciting experience in VISIONS OF ATLANTIS’ history and we are delighted to keep it alive with this brand new live video series!

Whether you’ve attended one of these shows or not, this will be a beautiful way to board the ship again and experience our Armada show from another perspective!

Every video was recorded during the tour, in various cities, honoring our Sailors from all over Europe!

Be a part of this digital adventure and mark the date down: every Tuesday, magic gates open and you can board our ship and gather with many other pirates!

Together, we are the Armada!”

Watch the Live Video for

“To Those Who Choose to Fight” and “The Land of the Free” below

'Armada Live Over Europe' shows the gripping stage presence and artistic high-quality of VISIONS OF ATLANTIS. The pirate crew, fronted by vocalists Clémentine Delauney and Michele Guaitoli, have managed to create their very own inimitable universe with symphonic heaviness and stunning visuals, and encourages their listeners to join them into a world where spirits are free, hearts are true, and where light always rules over darkness, whatever the cost. Fans can expect a colorful range of songs, mostly taken from the band’s previous two records 'Pirates' (2022) and 'Pirates II – Armada' (2024).

Armada Over North America

25.04.25 US - Mechanicsburg / Lovedrafts

26.04.25 US - Baltimore / Ottobar

27.04.25 US - Pittsburgh / Preserving Underground

28.04.25 US - New York / Meadows

29.04.25 US - Cambridge / Middle East

01.05.25 CA - Quebec City / La Source Martinière

02.05.25 CA - Toronto / Lee’s Palace

03.05.25 US - Detroit / The Sanctuary

04.05.25 US - Joliet / The Forge

05.05.25 US - Minneapolis / Turf Club

07.05.25 CA - Edmonton / Starlite

08.05.25 CA - Calgary / Dickens

09.05.25 US - Seattle / El Corazon

10.05.25 US - Portland / The Bossanova Ballroom

11.05.25 US - San Francisco / DNA Lounge

12.05.25 US - Los Angeles / Whisky A Go Go

14.05.25 US - San Diego / Brick By Brick

17.05.25 US - Las Vegas / Sinwave

18.05.25 US - Phoenix / The Rebel Lounge

19.05.25 US - Salt Lake City / Soundwell

20.05.25 US - Denver / Oriental Theater

21.05.25 US - El Paso / Rockhouse Bar & Grill

22.05.25 US - Dallas / Granada Theater

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VISIONS OF ATLANTIS are:

Clémentine Delauney – Vocals

Michele Guaitoli – Vocals

Christian Douscha – Guitars

Herbert Glos – Bass

Thomas Caser – Drums

LOVE IS NOISE Shares Title Track for Debut Album 'To live in a different way'

After announcing their signing with Century Media Records in September and releasing the single “Near Dark”, Estonian metalcore quartet PRIDIAN are keeping up the momentum with their latest track “idoldust” from their forthcoming album.

Stream "idoldust" HERE

Characterized by atmospheric depth and intense dynamics, the single highlights PRIDIAN’s versatility while further shaping the unique sound listeners can expect from the band in the near future. Their record, which will mark the band’s second full-length album, is set to be released sometime in Spring 2025. The album follows PRIDIAN’s 2023 EP 'Cybergnosis.'

The band shares about "idoldust”:

"'Idoldust' is about the human tendency to glorify external symbols of power, without realizing that the monuments and figures are mere reflections of their creators, and that true strength is found within each individual.”

Watch the Music Video for "idoldust" below.

The single "idoldust," mixed and mastered by Matt Thomas, follows PRIDIAN’s previous release, "Near Dark." Released in September, "Near Dark" marked the band’s debut with their new label, Century Media Records. You can check out the video for their first single HERE.

About PRIDIAN

Founded 2018 in Tartu, Estonia, metalcore quartet PRIDIAN channels the intensity of their experiences and emotions into a distinctive sound defined by dark, heavy grooves, commanding vocals, and cinematic melodies enhanced with electronic elements. Their debut album, 'The Rotten Unknown' (released in 2021 under the name ÆØNS), earned a Metal Album of the Year nomination at the Estonian Music Awards. Building on this success, PRIDIAN released the EP 'Cybergnosis' in 2023, and signed with label Century Media Records in September 2024.

PRIDIAN are:

Laur Lindmäe - vocals

Jörg-Erik Hanikat - guitar

Martin Randalu - guitar

Robert Leht - drums

Kelsy Karter + The Heroines Announce New Album "Love Made Me Do It" Out 1/31

Hailing from the vibrant confluence of British grit and Australian charm, Kelsy Karter & The Heroines have stormed the global music scene with an electrifying blend of rebellious rock n roll and unbridled creativity.

Formed five years ago, this dynamic four-piece is spearheaded by the unapologetic Kelsy Karter, whose fiery persona and theatrical roots set the stage for the band's thrilling ride in rock music today.

They are pleased to announce that their new album LOVE MADE ME DO IT will arrive on January 31. Pre-save it here.

Watch the album trailer below.

It's a rock opera described as an electric and emotional adventure. As they continue to headline tours, support rock legends from past and present, and explode on festival stages around the globe, Kelsy Karter & The Heroines remain at the forefront of rock music, proving that when the front door slams, and the back door's locked, they'll always find a way in through the window.

"Love Made Me Do It is an autobiographical rock opera about the grit and grace of love in all its forms," the band says. "The love of oneself, a friend, a lover, and even a stranger. We've been heavily inspired by the spirit and sounds of '80s glam, metal, punk, and soul and made it our own lyrically and sonically."

They continues. "Written from feelings of pleasure and pain, we wanted this record to show that rock 'n' roll can be as delicate as it is aggressive, much like the juxtaposition of love’s dual nature. All 14 songs are belted from the POV of our frontwoman Kelsy Karter's own personal experiences, accompanied by a lot of guitar solos... This is Love Made Me Do It by Kelsy Karter & The Heroines. We hope it makes you feel something."

Oh, you will experience ALL the feels. Every. Last One.

Kelsy Karter & the Heroines are embarking on the "Lightning In a Bottle" tour this winter, as well. All dates are below.

KELSY KARTER & THE HEROINES ON TOUR:
1/30 — Los Angeles, CA — The Roxy
2/4 — Phoenix, AZ — Rebel Lounge
2/6 — San Antonio, TX — Paper Tiger
2/8 — Austin, TX — Parish
2/9 — Dallas, TX — Dadas
2/11 — Nashville, TN — The Exit/In
2/13 — Philadelphia, PA — The Foundry
2/14 — Washington, DC — Pearl Street
2/16 — Boston, MA — Middle East
2/18 — New York, NY — Gramercy
2/20 — Detroit, MI — Lager House
2/21 — Chicago, IL — Cobra Lounge
2/22 — Milwaukee, WI — Cactus Club
2/23 — Minneapolis, MN — 7th St Entry
2/26 — Denver, CO — The Marquee Theatre
2/27 — Salt Lake City, UT — Kilby Court
3/1 — Seattle, WA — Funhouse
3/4 — San Francisco, CA — Cafe Du Nord

ABOUT KELSY KARTER & THE HEROINES:
Kelsy Karter, an Australian theatre kid turned rock frontwoman, leads the charge with a blend of potty-mouthed charm and heartfelt sincerity. Known for her audacious approach to self- promotion, Kelsy has become a media sensation for her innovative, often outrageous marketing stunts. TIME magazine once drew comparisons between her and rock legends like Ozzy Osbourne and Alice Cooper. Kelsy’s fearless attitude towards online hate and her advocacy for self-expression and anti-bullying have made her a powerful voice both on and off the stage.

The band's core is completed by the inseparable English trio of lead guitarist Matt Peach, drummer Sebastian Boyse, and bassist Tommy Gent. Hailing from Derby, England, these three have been friends since childhood and share an undeniable chemistry that fuels their explosive performances. Their combined talents create a rich, guitar-drenched sound steeped in glam rock and '80s punk, offering a musical experience that is both timeless and contemporary.

Their debut album, Missing Person, was a critical triumph, marking the band as a unique force in modern rock, which led to the album being spotlighted by Rolling Stone as "The Album Rolling Stone Recommends" in the month following the album's release.

With over 800k followers across social media platforms, Kelsy Karter & The Heroines have built a digital circus of live performances, comedy skits, and touring anecdotes. Their social media presence is as electric as their music, showcasing the band’s cheek and charm and Kelsy's candid advice on everything from self-help to embracing one's true self.

The Heroines’ spirit were recognized in January 2024 when they won the Spirit Award at the 12th Annual She Rocks Awards, celebrating Kelsy's influence as a woman in rock music and the band's impact on the rock n roll scene. Their endorsement deals with Monster Energy, Shure, Fender, and Taylor Guitars further attest to their growing prominence.

Mörk Gryning Release New Single "Black Angel"

While at home amongst the shadows, Mörk Gryning have been a blazing force in black metal since the early '90s. The melodic Swedes refuse to yield to trends, honoring their feral countrymen by carving out raw, apocalyptic symphonies. Their upcoming new album, Fasornas Tid,is scrawled in the same sacred and bloody ink as their seminal debut, yet remains drenched in the visceral immediacy of the present.   

The ferocity of the album's new single is unmatched. "Black Angel" leads listeners through a dystopian landscape, blending melodic black metal mastery and the savagery of death metal.

Listen to "Black Angel" below.

Fasornas Tid is out December 13th on Season of Mist.

Pre-save & Pre-order: https://orcd.co/morkgryningfasornastid

Recorded, mixed and mastered at Wing Studios by Sverker Widgren, Fasornas Tid promises to be a journey through the darkest corners of the human psyche. With album artwork crafted by the enigmatic C-G, every aspect of this release speaks to the unyielding spirit and dark, rebellious heart of Mörk Gryning.

Mörk Gryning was founded in Stockholm, Sweden in 1993 by Goth Gorgon and Draakh Kimera. Two years later they released their debut album “Tusen År Har Gått” (1995), recorded and mixed at Unisound Studios, by legendary producer Dan Swanö and released by No Fashion. The album is one of the milestones of the ‘90s Swedish Black Metal scene.

The group returned to action in November 1996, working at Sunlight Studios together with Tomas Skogsberg and Dismember’s Fred Estby to craft the “Return Fire” album. Over the following years, three more albums were released, for example “Maelstrom Chaos” with new guitarist Avathar, a scene veteran, recorded at the legendary Grieghallen Studios Bergen, Norway.

Ever since the debut album, “Tusen år har gått…”, Mörk Gryning has refused to follow in the footsteps of others and walked their own paths – something which is made very clear on the 2003 release “Pieces of Primal Expressionism”, an experimental and heavy progressive release recorded at Dug Out, produced by Daniel Bergstrand. After a couple of years of touring and festival performances, the band was put on hold.

Returning to the scene again in 2017, the band performed an exclusive live show in Stockholm playing all the songs from the debut album and some other songs from the back catalogue. This ended in releasing the 4-song live record called “Live at Kraken”. During the pandemic the comeback album “Hinsides Vrede” was released to much critical acclaim with many of the songs today being the backbone of their live shows. A new album is scheduled for release in 2024 and the band is more active than ever.

Line-up:
DRAAKH KIMERA – Lead Vocals, Guitar
GOTH GORGON – Bass, Backing vocals, Lead Vocals on “Det Svarta”
S-L – Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals
C-G – Drums
AEON – Keyboards, Backing Vocals

Recording Studio:
Wing Studios, Stockholm, Sweden

Production Credits:
Produced by Sverker Widgren & Mörk Gryning
Mixed & Mastered at Wing Studios, Stockholm by Sverker Widgren

Guest Musician:
C of AVSLUT on "Tornet" & "An Ancient Ancestor Of The Autumn Moon"

Cover Art:
C-G

Pre-save & Pre-order: https://orcd.co/morkgryningfasornastid

Follow Mörk Gryning:
Bandcamp: https://morkgryning.bandcamp.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/morkgryningband/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morkgryning/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/135tanf7FBI7ozrU3RelCX
Apple Music: http://music.apple.com/artist/m%C3%B6rk-gryning/75786010
TIDAL: https://tidal.com/browse/artist/3616372
Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/es/artist/62666

Available Formats:
Digital Download
CD Digipak
1x12" Vinyl Gatefold - Black
1x12" Coloured Vinyl Gatefold - Transparent Red
1x12" Coloured Vinyl Gatefold - Crystal Clear & Silver Marbled

IMPELLITTERI Shares New Single "Hell On Earth" + Music Video

Renowned metal group IMPELLITTERI have unveiled an enthralling new single, "Hell On Earth". The track is taken from the band's brand new album 'War Machine', out now via Frontiers Music Srl. This electrifying song is accompanied by a music video, which you can view below.

"Hell On Earth" takes the band into pure metal territory with a killer riff, highly energetic vocals, an anthemic chorus, aggressive rhythm section, and illustrious guitar soloing, all of which have become a staple of the IMPELLITTERI sound. 

About the new track and its video, Chris stated,

“I think ‘Hell On Earth’ shows that we always strive to write a great riff and great song long before any solo or screaming vocal is created! On ‘Hell on Earth’ I had this really fun addictive riff that just allowed everyone in the band to shine. It was amazing how powerful the song sounded when we first played it together…. The music really inspired an interesting lyric and amazing vocal performance from Rob Rock!

 The band and I are humbled by all the love we have been getting from our newly released music videos and singles so far!“

With legions of fans worldwide, IMPELLITTERI is known for exciting music, addictive riffs, and mesmerizing melodies. New album 'War Machine' features guitar hero Chris Impellitteri’s guitar virtuosity and lead singer Rob Rock’s vocal range powered by the incredible rhythmic foundation of bassist James Pulli, and former Slayer drummer Paul Bostaph.

With 'War Machine,' the IMPELLITTERI band presents a mind-blowing, highly energetic, and thrilling new musical adventure.

Watch the Video for "Hell On Earth" Below

To date, IMPELLITTERI has sold 2 million+ records worldwide and has performed on the same stages as Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Journey, and more. The band has been featured on multiple magazine covers, television, radio, and internet shows. In its glorious past, IMPELLITTERI was also featured on MTV, VH1, and Headbangers Ball.

Chris Impellitteri is an iconic guitar player and a huge inspiration for many players. He has been named one of the fastest guitar players of all time by magazines like Guitar One and Guitar World, while Burrn! Japan, voted Chris as the best rock guitarist. In 2023, Impellitteriwas inducted into the Heavy Metal Hall of Fame.

'War Machine' delivers one of the band's best albums to date. From the opening riff of the title track to songs like today's “Out Of Mind (Heavy Metal)” or “Hell On Earth”, the album is a manifest of bone-crushing riffs, hyper-technical solos, and anthemic choruses.

Chris on the album:

“This new album has been an absolute thrill to make with my friends Rob Rock, James Pulli, Paul Bostaph, and our engineers Mike Plotnikoff, Jun Murakawa, and Jacob Hansen! 

"This music expresses where we are today as a band emotionally and technically! This is probably the most sincere album we have made because we just played music that moved us emotionally without chasing any trends or other bands. We definitely played our asses off! And so, I truly hope everyone gets a chance to listen to this new album and rock with us!! I am looking forward to touring behind this album!!"

Order 'War Machine' HERE

IMPELLITTERI are:

Chris Impellitteri : Lead Guitarist

Rob Rock : Vocalist

James Pulli : Bassist

Paul Bostaph: Drummer

Produced By : Chris Impellitteri

Studio: NRG Recording studios , Studio B

Recorded By: Mike Plotnikoff, Jun Murakawa

Mixed & Mastered: Jacob Hansen at Hansen Studios

Heavy // Hitter Drop "Heaven's Gate" Video — WATCH // EP Out NOW

Orlando, Florida juggernauts HEAVY//HITTER — Austin Hayes [vocals], Dane Loeprich [guitar], Chris Perez [bass], and Josh Archeval [drums] —dropped their new EP, Moments of Misery, November 8, via Blue Grape Music. Get it here.

The band has also shared the video for "Heaven's Gate." Watch it below.

The high impact, black and white performance video, courtesy of Lawnchair Youth, will leave you wanting to to fight your way to the front of the pit at the next Heavy // Hitter show in your town.

"This song is about living your life the way you think is right because you're trying to get to your own personal gateway of heaven," says Hayes. "So, you're going to do anything you can to reach that point and feel like you're worthy of this prize at the end. Everybody wants a slice of heaven."

HEAVY//HITTER will be touring throughout the fall, with headline dates and a trek in support of Carnifex and Cryptopsy on deck. All confirmed dates are below.
 
HEAVY//HITTER are, have always been, and always will be... unabashedly and undeniably real.

Since 2019, the band have buzzed as an underground upstart. They bulldozed a path with the Street Violence EP in 2021. They picked up plugs from Lambgoat, Lawnchair Youth, and more. Between packing houses live, they caught the attention of Blue Grape Music and signed to the label. 

Unwavering drive, hustle, and a committed grind brought them to this point.
  
"Before I started this band, I quit music for five years," says Austin. "I tried to go to college. I was a general manager at Domino's Pizza. I did construction. Nothing was fulfilling, so I got back into music and started HEAVY//HITTER  with Dane. I just never gave up on this band. We always want more, and we’re not going to stop."
 
The band decamped to Los Angeles where they recorded Moments of Misery with producer Austin Coupe. Inspired by the likes of Suicide Silence, Knocked Loose, and Carnifex, they refined an "OG deathcore sound with newer hardcore and metalcore elements," according to the fontman. 
  
Ultimately, HEAVY//HITTER hold nothing back.
 
"When you listen to us, I hope you feel the emotion we put into the record. That's what music is about. We're not a machine. We're human and honest," Hayes shares.

What more could you want from a band?

HEAVY//HITTER ON TOUR:
HEADLINE DATES: 
11/8 — Augusta, GA — Grantski Records
11/14 — Orlando, FL — Will's Pub (Hometown Release Show)

ABOUT BLUE GRAPE MUSIC:
In 2022, industry veterans David Rath and Cees Wessels formed Blue Grape Music.  The name will be familiar to rock music fans, as it was the merchandise company also launched by Wessels, who founded the venerable and esteemed record label Roadrunner Records in the '80s. Roadrunner earned a reputation as an iconic label that turned hard rock and metal acts into household names for several decades under Wessels' tutelage. Rath spent 21 years in the A&R department at Roadrunner, working on albums by a variety of RIAA-certified and culturally important acts, including but not limited to Slipknot, Korn, Turnstile, Gojira, Coheed and Cambria, White Reaper, Slash, Trivium, Dream Theater, and more. When the label changed management and ownership, Rath guided the company and oversaw the signings of bands like Young the Giant and Vance Joy. Ultimately, the Blue Grape executive team is powered by experience and a roll-up-your-sleeves-and-get-your-hands-dirty, by-any-means-necessary work ethic. Blue Grape's inaugural signing was the two-time Grammy nominee Code Orange and since then, the label has gone on to sign San Francisco punks Spiritual Cramp, hardcore heavyweights GEL, and Baltimore sludge slingers GASKET, with several new signing announcements expected to be announced this year. Blue Grape is distributed globally by The Orchard.

Dark Chapel announce Debut Album

Guitarist/singer/producer Dario Lorina, best-known as a longtime member of Black Label Society (2014 to present), is launching his brand new band, DARK CHAPEL.

Led by Lorina and also featuring Brody DeRozie (Guitar), Mike Gunn (Bass), and Luis Silva (Drums), the band’s airtight guitar-craft and sludgy grooves with magnetic melodies, bluesy phrasing, and grunge mystique are spotlighted on their debut album, Spirit in The Glass, which is due out February 28, 2025 on MNRK Heavy. 

Dario’s gritty delivery on the song takes hold on a hypnotic hook, bleeding into a fret-burning lead punctuated by dramatic bends. “’Glass Heart’ is a lyrical and almost cinematic musical story that started with a riff and lyrically stemmed from emotion,” he reveals. “That emotion created an imagery for me that I began writing about as if that feeling was a painting I was writing to describe.”

Striking an elusive balance between dark and heavy, ethereal and passionate, Spirit in The Glass  is as Lorina describes, ““This is a culmination of all artistic influence, whether musical or otherwise.” 

SEE ALL DARK CHAPEL MUSIC + MERCH HERE

Dario Lorina began his professional career in 2006 when he was 16 as the touring guitarist with the late Jani Lane (ex-Warrant). At 19, he joined veteran metal act Lizzy Borden whom he toured with for four years. He released two instrumental records with Mike Varney on Shrapnel Records in 2013 and 2017 titled, DARIO LORINA and DEATH GRIP TRIBULATIONS. On January 1, 2014 he joined Black Label Society and has since been touring worldwide alongside Zakk Wylde, performing on guitar, piano and backing vocals ever since. Lorina dueled solos with Wylde on Black Label Society's 2022 album DOOM CREW INC., and he joined Zakk Wylde on the January 2022 cover of Guitar World magazine.

“The guitar never really left my hands,” he laughs. Years of woodshedding followed. At 16 years old, he answered the call to audition for Jani Lane and found himself on the road with the ex-Warrant frontman shortly thereafter.

FIND OUT MORE HERE

Until I Wake Drop "Messenger" Lyric Video

Buffalo quartet Until I Wake — new vocalist Justin Smith, alongside bassistRyan Ridley, guitarists August Geitner and Niko Karras, and drummer Alex Curtin — recently announced their new album Renovate. It arrives on December 6 via Fearless Records. Pre-order it here. 

On Renovate, the band has upped the ante, cranking all knobs to 11. Pummeling verses collide with soaring, arena-ready choruses, all of which are backed with percussion so immediate it could replace your own heartbeat and a relentless barrage of neck snapping riffs — the kind that hard rock fans can't get enough of. Until I Wake have leveled up every element of their sound, and are re-invigorated by the addition of new singer Smith. They've honed their live chops with nonstop touring, appeared at key festivals, such as Download, Welcome to Rockville, Upheaval, and more, and have garnered press praise from Blabbermouth, Outburn, Kerrang!, and Alternative Press while amassing millions of streams. Now armed with a killer sophomore album and their lineup cemented, Until I Wake are poised to become "ones to watch" in the hard rock scene.

Today, the band shared the lyric video for latest single "Messenger." Watch it below.

"'Messenger' is a story of faith in what we cannot see or understand," Smith states. "The feeling that something is watching over us and guiding us from pain to growth. I wrote this song based off of a dream that strongly influenced my life toward the path of music and my faith in God."

 Until I Wake show off their moody side here. The band sprinkles hip-hop-inspired choruses and rhythms among its signature blend of molten metal, raging riffs, and alternately sung and screamed vocals. Fans of Linkin Park will find themselves magnetically attracted to UIW and "Messenger," which boasts a sick, galloping solo before a beautiful fade out.

LA Hard Rock Rising Stars S8NT ELEKTRIC Sign with Long Branch Records

Hard rock rising stars S8NT ELEKTRIC sign with Long Branch Records and release their new single "XTC".

Founded by frontwoman and powerful lead singer Bri Carbajal, and guitarist, songwriter, producer Niko Tsangaris, the band from Los Angeles, California, has toured Europe every summer, opening for artists like Wolfmother, Mammoth WVH, MC5, Dirty Honey, and WARGASM, as well as playing huge festivals such as Bottlerock, Rockville, Prague Rocks, and Azkena Rocks. Everyone has heard the age old rock n’ roll cliche “Living on the edge,” but S8NT ELEKTRIC never quite fit into that stereotype. They’d rather live life “OFF THE EDGE,” pushing themselves to face their deepest fears and conquer their biggest dreams, all for the world to see on video. S8NT ELEKTRIC combines an adrenaline junkie attitude with honest songwriting. They’re a band about adventure, living life to its fullest, and expressing themselves unapologetically. 

"XTC" is the first single off S8NT ELEKTRIC’s debut album “OFF THE EDGE'' which will be released in 2025. 

Watch the Video for "XTC"

On the release of "XTC", guitarist Niko Tsangaris comments:

"I came up with the original melodies and lyrics for 'XTC' after the first time I did Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I had always wanted to fight, but I always felt that I was 'too weak'. However that day I pushed through my fear and had my first class. I got my ass kicked, to say the least. But I left with such excitement and joy because I had finally conquered my fear. In the car, I put on the instrumental track and the first lyric that came out of me was 'I feel so alive'. That feeling of pushing past my own limitations was so freeing. And since the beginning of this year it has become our mission statement as a band, to live 'Off the Edge'. To take the leap into the unknown, to adventure, and to realize our true potential! So we figured the most fitting way to express that would be to skydive with all our bandmates for the music video. It was all of our first time and it was exhilarating! The first thing we all said when we got down was 'We have to do that again'! That is the exact feeling that we aim to capture with everything we do, and we’re only upping the anti from here."

Stream "XTC" HERE

At the signing ceremony (from left to right):

Torben Meyer (Senior Talent Agent Eat Music), Niko Tsangaris (S8NT ELEKTRIC), Manuel Schönfeld (Long Branch Records / Managing Director SPV), Bri Carbajal (S8NT ELEKTRIC), Hendrik Wippermann (CEO Eat Music), Anton Surdin (Marketing Eat Music)

S8NT ELEKTRIC are:

Bri Carbajal - Vocals

Niko Tsangaris - Guitar

Destin Trey Baker - Drums

Joshua Flores Mayorga - Guitar

Daniel Avetyan - Bass

Revnoir Share Video For New Track "Crève"

French rock and metal sensation Revnoir have released the video for their gripping new single, "Crève," continuing their exploration of dark, emotional themes.

Watch the video below. Stream the song here.

The song delves into the painful paradox of a toxic love, blending intense English and French lyrics that navigate the turmoil of feeling entrapped by someone destructive. "Crève" captures this raw, cathartic experience with vivid imagery and a visceral soundscape that mirrors the psychological torment of its narrative.

Revnoir's bold integration of rock, metal, and dark electro elements makes this track a profound statement on love's darker side, resonating with anyone who has felt the desperation of a fraught relationship. This release follows their successful first show in Paris and comes ahead of their anticipated European tour with Future Palace and Our Promise.
 
"For the next tracks, our goal is to make you feel like you're living through one of your nightmares," says the band. "These dark dreams often stem from everyday fears, and we aim to amplify those anxieties, turning them into something bigger and more intense. Each song will immerse you in a world where the lines between reality and fear blur, making you confront the deeper emotions lurking beneath the surface."

Blackened Death Metal Masters THULCANDRA Unleash Video Clip From Very First Live Album 'Live Demise'!

Following the release of their much-acclaimed, latest studio album 'Hail The Abyss' (released in May 2023 via Napalm Records HERE), blackened death metal frontrunners THULCANDRA have announced their first-ever live album, celebrating the first chapter and early days of the band!

'Live Demise' was recorded live in 2011 at a hometown show in Munich, Germany, and features true gems that the band hasn't performed in more than a decade, all with the original line-up consisting of Sebastian Ludwig, Tobias Ludwig, Matthias Landes (Dark Fortress, Noneuclid) and Steffen Kummerer (Obscura, Death, Cynic).

The Video Clip for "Fallen Angel's Dominion (Live)"

THULCANDRA’s rise to power ignited when the four-piece unleashed their debut album, 'Fallen Angel’s Dominion', upon metaldom in 2010. Followed by their 2011 masterpiece, 'Under a Frozen Sun', 'Live Demise' contains brutal-as-hell classics from both records, like "Black Flags Of Hate", "In Blood And Fire" and "The Spirit Of The Night", aptly capturing the spirit and high-voltage energy of both the crowd and band. Ragers such as "Night Eternal" and "Fallen Angel's Dominion" perfectly showcase the band's raw and intense performances in their early days, and prove how THULCANDRA has quickly stepped up as one of the leading bands of their genre!

Due to the pandemic, which was subsequently followed by their latest studio album 'Hail The Abyss', 'Live Demise' could not be released alongside THULCANDRA's 20th anniversary as originally planned. Now, with mixing and mastering by Dan Swanö (Katatonia, Edge Of Sanity, Dissection) and cover artwork designed by Herbert Lochner, this very special release will become available in only strictly limited editions exclusively via Napalm Records and atTHULCANDRA's upcoming live shows - including their European co-headlining run with legendary Swedish black and death metal band Sacramentum with support from Nephylim. The tour begins January 2025; find all upcoming dates listed below!

Pre-Order 'Live Demise' HERE!

THULCANDRA are:

Steffen Kummerer – Guitars & Vocals

Mariano Delastik – Guitars

Carsten Schorn – Bass

Alessandro Delastik – Drums

Liverpool's THE WOOD shares 'Thornside Walk', previewing eponymous debut album

Liverpool-based The Wood presents 'Thornside Walk', a song of hope, redemption and eventual triumph, and the second taste of the duo's debut 'Days' album, out on November 22 via Riverdream Records.

Made of up Alex Evans (vocals, backing vocals, percussion) and Steve Powell (guitars, bass, backing vocals, keys, percussion), The Wood bring rock solid grooves, creating melodies full of beauty, passion, pain and the power of real soul.

As a producer, Steve Powell is an expert at unearthing sonic magic, having recorded many notable artists records, including Michael Head and The Strands, John Power, def.fo, The Stairs and Ella Guru He also produced and played guitar on the first Michael Head and the Red Elastic Band record 'Arturius Revisited' and number one indie album 'Adios Senor Pussycat'.

“'Thornside Walk' was written in the darkest period of my life - a place filled with anger, confusion and sorrow. This was first time I was truly able to express my feelings through music and the beginning of The Wood creating music with real depth. 'Thornside Walk' serves to show that, even in our darkest hour, there lies resilience and hope. A true reflection of a moment in time and one of our proudest songs to date,” says Alex Evans.

Steve Powell adds, “This was the first song Alex and myself wrote together. It’s about being faced with the darkest of times, but there’s light at the end of the long tunnel. Allow yourself to embrace the joy life has to offer. Ultimately, it’s an uplifting song."

Last month, the band released the lead single 'Let It Loose' with a surreal video, filmed and edited by Dylan Cox at the Pro Flex Gym in Liverpool and featuring boxer Jake Harrison, along with a host of other shady characters.

The two met when Powell was blown away by Evans' voice while recording him at his Ark Recording Studios in Liverpool. From the outset, they realised they were creating music that was difficult to categorise yet somehow sounded familiar, meshing blue-eyed soul, southern and indie rock.

With Steve on guitar and bass, they enlisted several talented friends, including Martin Smith and Simon James (The Coral, Shack) on brass, and Jake Howden-Woodward (Nova Twins).

Alex Evans has a voice capable of turning real pain into raw beauty. Imbued with a rare natural soul, he leaps effortlessly from brooding, troubled depth to full-throated gospel glory as he leans in close to that groove. Together as The Wood, they create music of passion and pain, of glory and redemption. Songs where all the right decisions have been made, deliberate and slowly, without any external pressure, only the enriching pleasure of artistic collaboration.

As of November 8, 'Thornside Walk' is available everywhere online, including Bandcamp and Spotify. The 'Days' album is out November 22, accompanied by The Wood's album release show at Leaf - Bold Street in Liverpool on November 20 and December 6 show at A.R.C @ Camp&Furnace Liverpool.

CREDITS
Written by Alex Evans and Steve Powell
Alex Evans - vocals, backing vocals, percussion
Steve Powell - guitars, bass, backing vocals, keys, percussion
Produced and recorded by Steve Powell at Ark Recording Studios, Liverpool
Mastered by Pete Maher
Jake Howden-Woodward – drums (tracks 2,3,4,7)
Jay Irving – drums (1,5)
Roy CorkillL – upright bass (6)
Martin Smith – trumpet (1,4,5,7)
Simon James – sax (1,5)
Amy Chalmers – violin and backing vocals (2,7)
Matt Phillips – cello (2,7)
Andy Jacobson – piano (7)
Mike Smith – keys (5,7)
Phil Melville – slide dobro (6)
Charlie Griffiths – backing vocals (1,5)
Clair Griffiths – backing vocals (1,5)
Single cover artwork photo by Dylan Cox
Album cover graphics design by Pascal Blua
'Let It Loose' video filmed & edited by Dylan Cox @DylanCoxMedia
Featuring boxer Jake Harrison @JakeHarrison_Boxing at Pro Flex Gym, Liverpool
Photography by Kevin Barrett
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

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Oxford's JODY & THE JERMS shares 'Winter Heart' feat. THE WONDERSTUFF violinist ERICA NOCKALLS

Jody and the Jerms round off 2024 with the fast-paced yet emotive single 'Winter Heart', a bittersweet song exploring loneliness and hope. Rich in melody with an epic and uplifting chorus, this track features an appearance by acclaimed violinist Erica Nockalls of The Wonder Stuff, The Proclaimers and one-half of the acoustic duo Miles Hunt & Erica Nockalls.

Jody and the Jerms is an Oxford-based sextet, made up of Jody Jeger (sings and lyrics), Salma Craig (harmonies and guitar), Niall Jeger (guitars), Rob Anwood (piano and synth), Steve Clark (drums and backing vocals), and Sam Hutchinson (bass).  Recorded in October 2024 at Send Hill Studios and produced by James Welch, the single was mastered by Tim Turan at Turan Audio in Oxford.

‘This is a story about never knowing where you stand in a relationship, unrequited love and the loneliness it brings. Someone has already moved on, and you’re naively hoping the Universe will bring you back together,” says Jody Jeger.
 
This has been quite the busy year for the band, who released their 'Different Skies' EPthis summer, garnering acclaim across the airways and print, and also toured throughout the UK and Sweden. With over 100 gigs behind them to date, Jody and the Jerms continue to build on a reputation as an an excellent live band with further dates to be announced in early 2025.
 
Three albums, two EPs and many singles into their career, Jody and the Jerms look forwrd to releasing their 14-track ‘Best Of’ album in spring of 2025, which will be available exclusively on limited edition coloured vinyl. Last year, the band released several singles and their 'Wonder' album, which was produced, mixed and mastered by RIDE legend Mark Gardener at his OX4 Sound studio near Oxford. 

Championed by the late Janice Long at BBC, among others, Jody and the Jerms is a six-piece revolving around Jody Jeger (vocals) and Niall Jeger (guitars and vocals). Jody had never sung or been in a band before the Jerms formed in 2019, although Niall had been in 00s Oxford trio The Anydays, who graced the pages of NME, played with Radiohead and Supergrass, and were featured by Mark Radcliffe at BBC Radio 2.

Jody and the Jerms create endearing jangle-pop songs that are both evocative and relatable. Formed in Oxford in 2019, they have been writing, recording and performing their blend of melodic and uplifting indie/ alt rock ever since, having enjoyed national airtime on Radio X (UK), Sirius XM (USA) and RTVE (Spain), as well as BBC 6 Music, BBC Introducing, BBC Wales and BBC Ulster.  

As of November 8, 'Winter Heart' can be found on fine music platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. Jody and the Jerms will be staying close to home for the next few months with a string of Oxfordshire shows.

CREDITS
Music written by Niall Jeger. Lyrics by Jody Jeger
Jody Jeger – sings and lyrics
Salma Craig – harmonies and guitar
Niall Jeger – guitars
Rob Anwood – piano and synth
Steve Clark – drums and backing vocals
Sam Hutchinson – bass
Erica Nockalls - violin
Recorded at Send Hill Studios
Produced by James Welch
Mastered by Tim Turan at Turan Audio, Oxford
Single artwork by Niall Jeger

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Defeated Sanity Premiere New Playthrough with Sick Drummer

Few bands in the halls of metal have marched to a beat that's more brazen, brutal and bizarre than Defeated Sanity. Thirty years after their flaming, cataclysmic demo, the underground legends have repeatedly slammed death metal on its deformed skull. Each member is a certified lunatic when it comes to breaking brains with their fine-tuned instruments, but the band's punishing headiness is led by drummer Lile Gruber, their fleet-footed co-founder and singular mastermind. 

"Lile's drumming can be described by his band's appropriately chosen name", Black Dahlia Murder drummer Alan Cassidy told Loudwire. "When you hear one of their songs for the first time you quickly become mentally exhausted with all the twists and turns of his extremely technical and groove-oriented playing".

Whether he's flaying his snare, pinging between cymbals, pounding out blast beats or riding a colossal groove, Lile ensures that Defeated Sanity's new album flows like a never-ending stream of filth. To gear up for Chronicles of Lunacy, Sick Drummer are premiering a new drum playthrough of the band's latest single. It's still plenty twisted, but "Accelerating the Rot" now stands as one of the fastest songs in their torrid history.      
 
Watch Lile rip through "Accelerating the Rot” for Sick Drummer.

Chronicles of Lunacy comes out November 22 on Season of Mist. 

Pre-order & Pre-save 

https://orcd.co/defeatedsanitythecroniclesoflunacy

The drum playthrough for "Accelerating the Rot" was created by Obscenery Films.

Can't wait for your pre-order? Join Defeated Sanity for tonight's Bandcamp Listening Party. Chat with the band and listen to all of Chronicles of Lunacy two weeks before the album comes out.

Chronicles of Lunacy Bandcamp Listening Party

Thursday, November 7 @ 9 pm Eastern Time

RSVP
https://defeatedsanity.bandcamp.com/live/chronicles-of-lunacy-listening-party

None of their albums are ever going to follow a straight line, but on Chronicles of Lunacy, Defeated Sanity return to sheer brutality.  

Lineup
Josh Welshman - Vocals
Vaughn Stoffey - Guitars
Jacob Schmidt - Bass
Lille Gruber - Drums

Guest musicians
Danny Nelson and Paolo Paguntalan provide backup vocals on "Amputationsdrang" and "Accelerating the Rot"

Recording Studio
Thousand Caves Studio in January 2024.

Production
Recorded, mixed and mastered by Colin Marston.
Produced by Colin Marston and Defeated Sanity.

Cover Art
Artwork by Jon Zig
Title lettering by Liz Schmidt
Layout by Alex Eckman-Lawn

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