Metal Powerhouse PHAZED Ignites With NEW EP ASHES & ECHOES

PHAZED'S new EP "Ashes & Echoes" is a

4-track metalcore assault that hits hard from start to finish. With powerful singles like "Cardinal"and "Crystallize," the record blends crushing riffs, soaring melodies, and raw emotion into songs that carry depth, intensity, and undeniable energy.

BIO:

PHAZED is a 3 piece metalcore band from Pottsville Pennsylvania. Started in 2016 by Michael Logothetides just to write good music. Over the years the band has garnered members past and present to independently release two albums, one EP, and 3 music videos garnering tens of thousands of views across

Youtube and Facebook.

Bangalore Choir Release "Driver’s Seat" the Second Track from New Album RAPID FIRE SUCCESSION: On Target Part II

Bangalore Choir have released the second single "Driver’s Seat" off the upcoming new BANGALORE CHOIR album to be released on BraveWords Records October 24th. The new album is titled RAPID FIRE SUCCESSION: On Target Part II.

The first single “Bullet Train” recently hit #1 on the 97Underground.com Playlist, so exciting things are expected for “Driver’s Seat.”

Listen to "Driver’s Seat" Below.

David Reece talking about "Driver’s Seat", “Picture yourself with the top down, rolling down the highway, cranking the radio, the sun in your face. Everything's fine, baby. Fasten your seatbelts!”

David Reece: Vocals

Diego Pires: Lead and Rhythm Guitars

Eric Juris: Lead and Rhythm Guitars

Andy Susemihl: Lead, Rhythm Guitars & Backing Vocals

Mario Percudani: Lead, Rhythm Guitars & Backing Vocals

Riccardo Demarosi: Bass and Backing Vocals

Nello Savinelli: Drums

Guest appearances:

Jimmy Waldo: Keyboards

Ferdy Doernberg: Keyboards

Engineered by Riccardo Demorossi

Mixed and Mastered by Thomas Mergler @Tom's Soundranch

David Reece will be hitting the road later this year supporting Girlschool and his BraveWords Records label mates Alcatrazz. David Reece's Bangalore Choir will deliver a blistering set of hits from both Accept and Bangalore Choir, showcasing one of the most distinctive voices in heavy metal.

This tour is also the debut of his relaunched version of Bangalore Choir

Tickets: https://bit.ly/4j42NUm

Links:

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https://www.instagram.com/david.reece.official

https://www.bandsintown.com/a/1505934

https://www.youtube.com/@davidreece7832

STONE TEMPLE PILOTS GUITARIST DEAN DELEO AND UK VOCALIST PETE SHOULDER TO RELEASE ONE MORE SATELLITE VINYL AND CD WORLDWIDE AND ANNOUNCE LIVE SHOWS.

Dean DeLeo of Stone Temple Pilots and Trip The Witch, along with vocalist Pete Shoulder, released their latest collaboration, One More Satellite digitally July 18, 2025 via Symphonic. Now they are expanding their distribution with a worldwide release of the Vinyl and CD through Deko Entertainment (ADA/Warner Music Group).

One More Satellite presents a diverse collection of songs. “I was simply sitting on some songs I wanted to record,” says DeLeo. “What started out as an instrumental album, quickly changed soon after Pete and I chatted. He was going to sing on a song or two, then wound up singing on eight of the ten on the record.”

The collaboration with UK-based vocalist and lyricist Pete Shoulder and DeLeo went quite well and voila, through a transatlantic workflow…One More Satellite was born. “I was excited to hear the new music Dean wanted to collaborate on,” says Shoulder. “We’ve worked together in the past and it’s always been an absolute pleasure making music with him. The stuff he comes up with is so interesting, with so many beautiful, unexpected, twists and turns. It’s very inspiring to write to and pushes me into realms that I would never usually think of exploring. I’m very proud of the album we’ve made.”

Watch the debut single, “Paper Over The Cracks” below:

DeLeo’s son Rocco drums on “Drowning Out The Sun,” “Willow Mae” and “Spit It Out.” Stone Temple Pilots drummer Eric Kretz plays on “Serenade” and Brian Tichy drums the rest. Daughter June DeLeo lends a lovely “aaah”…vocal on “Your Call,” and long-time collaborator, Ryan Williams co-produced and mixed the album.

The band has just announced the following shows with tickets available here: https://linktr.ee/onemoresatellite

November 17 – Los Angeles, CA - The Peppermint Club: 

November 19 – Pioneertown, CA – Pappy & Harriet’s

November 21- Santa Ana, CA – Constellation Room

CD/Vinyl available here: https://www.dekoentertainment.com/inthesquare/one-more-satellite

For more information, visit

www.dekoentertainment.com/

Deko Entertainment–Art Has Value

Deko PR contact - Chip@Chipsterpr.com
 Satellite PR contact: KymmBritton@me.com
 

ONE OF NINE Journeys Through Beleriand on Epic New Single, "Quest of the Silmaril"

ONE OF NINE Lineup:

Fellrider of Northern Unlight - Guitars, vocals

Pharazon the Golden - Drums

Gurthang the Black Sword - Guitars

Urmaiar the Rope - Bass

Langon - Keyboards

Guest Musicians:

Hulder as The Tear Maiden (on "Dreadful Leap")

M. of Lamp of Murmuur as Morgoth (on "Behold the Shadow of My Thoughts")

Cover artist:

​Ted Nasmith

RIYL: Dimmu Borgir, Summoning, Gehenna, Emperor, Old Man's Child

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From the shadowed vales of Brethil, ONE OF NINE traverses through Beleriand with an epic new lament, "Quest of the Silmaril." Listen to the bards play their tune below.

The song a glimpse into their forthcoming epic, 'Dawn of the Iron Shadow,' to be released on October 31 through Profound Lore Records.

One of Nine says,

"Another page from the Book of the Iron Shadow is unfurled.

"The tale of Lúthien the witch and her thrall Beren, of their willful misdeeds, their callow plotting, their promised demise. For in setting against the absolute dominion of Angband, they received nought but a stray ember from our Lord's radiant pyre, and were everafter hunted and driven to the shores of mortal ruin.

"The tale of the Silmaril’s Quest is one of grave admonition, that none may offend the might of Melkor.”

'Dawn of the Iron Shadow' can be pre-ordered HERE.

The cover artwork (below) was carefully wrought by the hand of Ted Nasmith, a craftsman of no small renown who is the illustrator of J. R. R. Tolkien's works 'The Lord of the Rings,' 'Unfinished Tales,' and 'The Silmarillion.'

Enter Borderland: AMORPHIS - 15th Studio Album Out Now via Reigning Phoenix Music

Borderland, the 15th studio album from Finnish metal visionaries AMORPHIS, is out now through Reigning Phoenix Music. Borderland represents a passage, a crossing into unexplored realms of sound and spirit. It’s the final call before AMORPHIS rise again on stage this autumn, a beacon for what lies ahead.

Borderland is not merely a name, but a threshold where past meets future, where myth bleeds into memory, and where music becomes both guide and guardian. With this record, AMORPHIS invite their listeners to step with them into a space at once familiar and untamed. Here, horizons shift, echoes resound, and new destinies are forged in sound.

The journey to Borderland began at Hansen Studios (Denmark) in late 2024 and early 2025, under the masterful production of Jacob Hansen (VOLBEAT, AMARANTHE, PRIMAL FEAR). The album’s striking artwork was created by renowned Dutch artist Marald Van Haasteren (METALLICA, BLACK SABBATH, KVELERTAK, ALCEST), while the ever-thoughtful lyricism of Pekka Kainulainen once again provides AMORPHIS’ music with a profound narrative depth.

Among the album’s highlights is the haunting focus track "Fog To Fog," a piece born of desolate landscapes and timeless echoes.

With Borderland, AMORPHIS cross yet another frontier in their sound, bridging myth and modernity, melody and heaviness, darkness and hope. It’s an album both monumental and intimate, inviting fans to follow them into landscapes where the only certainty is transformation.

Get your ‘passport’ to Borderland here: https://amorphis.rpm.link/borderlandPR

About AMORPHIS
With Borderland, the title of the album couldn’t have been chosen more fittingly. Throughout their career, spanning over more than three decades, AMORPHIS -- Tomi Joutsen (vocals), Esa Holopainen (guitars), Tomi Koivusaari (guitars), Olli-Pekka Laine (bass), Santeri Kallio (keyboards) & Jan Rechberger (drums & percussion) -- have been an ever-evolving act, wandering on an exciting boundary-pushing path. From their sinister death metal debut Karelian Isthmus over genre-defining mid-90s melodic death works like Tales From The Thousand Lakes and Elegy as well as the melodic 2000’s grandeur of Eclipse or Skyforger to records combining the very best of all prior eras to refreshing new soundscapes (f.e. Under The Red Cloud or Queen Of Time): Whatever this group works on promises long-range success.
 
With 2022’s Halo, the Finn’s were rewarded for their researching musical approach once again: The album marked AMORPHIS’ sixth no. 1 album in Finland, even cracked the top 3 of the official German album chart, and last but not least the sextet took home two awards from the prestigious Emma Gaala (“Band of the Year” & “Export of the Year”).
 
The impact of Halo became a driving force for what’s to come. Rather than rushing into a follow-up, the band chose to step back from live performances and focus fully on their next chapter. The result is Borderland - a meticulously crafted opus that builds on their celebrated recent era, while seamlessly weaving in new, timely elements. It’s a bold, organic continuation of their journey, shaped by experience and guided by vision.

AMORPHIS are:
Tomi Joutsen | vocals
Esa Holopainen | guitars
Tomi Koivusaari | guitars
Olli-Pekka “Oppu” Laine | bass
Santeri Kallio | keys
Jan Rechberger | drums & percussion
 

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Robin Ross & The TW Howlers share 'Little Bit Older', a riff-driven reflection on life's journey

Sitting on the border between Pennsylvania and New Jersey, Robin Ross & The TW Howlers present 'Little Bit Older', a rhythm-driven offering from their debut EP 'Back To The Forest', which pivots from spontaneous rock energy to a profound reflection on the sobriety that comes with life's relentless march and the realization that each rotation of the wheel of life grants a fresh, clear perspective on both the self and society.

Here, Robin Ross and TW Howell tell the tale of two rockers walking with nature and truth and living life to the fullest. These five compositions - co-authored and recorded over several months in early 2025 - blend classic, Americana-hued and folky blues-rock. Recorded at Baa Baa Leaf Music Studios, Ross produced and engineered this EP with Jonathan Duckett (Phillip Glass, Kenny G, David Sanborn).

The lyrics say it all: "As time wanders by, it's no disguise.  One day sober, another day older.  Left with no alibi, no tear from an eye.  Roll along, just take a number, fill up your order.  Time moves on, and I'm a little bit older."  The new single follows 'Whiskey and Ice', an upbeat roots-rock track about getting ready for whatever comes your way, and earlier videos for 'Walk With Me' and 'Back To The Forest'.

"'Little Bit Older' was created off the main riff and as the drums pushed it forward when it was written, on the fly, I kept the same chord and changed rhythm into like a stick hitting you over the head beat and it worked. We rattled off words with ease with back and forth vocals, ping-pongeing some of the end vocals . TW and I will often sing together in parts or go off color - it doesn't work all the time - but this time it did," says Robin Ross.

"I play the music and make up melodies and find the words to match. I kept hearing the line, "A little bit Older", so I went with it. I realize every new day is a little more sober - which is not necessarily about drinking, but it could be if you need it to be. TW picks up the subject and writes lyrics to fill it in. We record a scratch take or two and develop the way to sing it, and then do it".

TW Howell adds, "This song stems from inner self-reflection when we come to a certain age, and also a realization at what society and life reflects.  Robin had a musical structure and hook line "every time I realize, I'm a little bit older", then the BaaBaa Leaf magic took us on the mutual lyrical adventure".

On 'Back To The Forest' EP, good-vibed rock and roll converges with the power of forest energy, each track a sonic immersion, elevating your personal vibration. Joined by their extended music family of Joellen (JoJo) Gaetani, Nancy Isola and Kristin Grazevichon back vocals, these songs also feature drumming by famed artist-producer Wharton Tiers (Wharton Tiers Ensemble, Laurie Anderson, Helmet, Sonic Youth, White Zombie, Swans, Dinosaur Jr.).

With a storied history of performing all over the United States, TW Howell is a folk-blues musician, whose style seamlessly blends these genres together with hints of rock. Writing and performing music his whole life, TW's music career launched in Florida on a trajectory that has zig-zagged  throughout the country. He too considers the Lake Champlain area and the Poconos as his home base.  

With musical roots in New Jersey and New York dating back to 1988, Robin Ross has established himself in the bustling artistic community of Milford, Pennsylvania, A musician, songwriter, and producer with diverse musical endeavors spanning over three decades, he has released five albums, holds an audio engineering degree and has played a pivotal role in the creation of several recording studios, including Triple R Studios and Sound Complex near New York City. In the early 1990s, he co-founded the band Laughing Jack, later rebranded as Jack’s Maze, acclaimed for their unique progressive rock sound, before life and business took him in a different direction.

In 2021, with rekindled passion, Robin embarked on new projects. Robin Ross & The Melodynes (a collaboration with Wharton Tiers, Joe Torres and Joellen (JoJo) Gaetani) infuses classic rock with modern sensibilities and contemporary influences. Robin also regrouped with Jack's Maze members Frank Cinquegrana, Scott Cowan, and Joe Torres to create new progressive rock albums.

The 'Back to The Forest' EP is out now on CD, available via Robin Ross' website and digitally from fine digital platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon and Bandcamp.

CREDITS
Music written by Robin Ross & TW (Tim) Howell
Robin Ross - lead guitar, keys, bass, back vocals
TW Howell - vocals, acoustic guitar
Wharton Tiers - drums
JoEllen Gaetani - back vocals on 'Back To The Forest' & 'Walk With Me'
Kristin Grazevich - back vocals on 'Back To The Forest'
Nancy Isola - back vocals on 'Whiskey And Ice'
Recorded at Baa Baa Leaf Music Studios (Milford, PA)
Music Producer & Sound Engineer: Robin Ross
Supervising Engineer: Jonathan Duckett
Photography & videos by Tina Ross
Album design by Tina Ross
Publishing & booking: RPM Entertainment Enterprises, LLC
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR


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Manchester's INCA BABIES shares 'Candy Mountain', new twist on their classic post-punk grit

Manchester's iconic post-punk outfit Inca Babies is back with 'Candy Mountain', the steaming opening track from their 'Reincarnation' album, out November 28th via Black Lagoon Records. Originally found on their second LP ‘This Train’ in 1986 as a 5-minute live outing with a hypnotic bass line, this re-envisioning brings in a contemporary groove, with electronic sequencing and sonic studio work.

Led by Harry Stafford, Inca Babies were a vibrant part of Britain's early postpunk / death-rock scene, amassing a steady following through five intensive years of touring, six singles and four albums, all of which entered the UK Indie Charts.

After recording four sessions for BBC's legendary John Peel show in 1984-1988, the band called it quits, but then reformed in 2007. The Incas are now a 4-piece, with Stafford (guitar, keys, vocals) joined by guitarist Jim Adama, bassist Dave Carmichael (Rat) and long-term member Rob Haynes (The Membranes, Goldblade) on drums and percussion.

Directed and edited by Harry Stafford, the road-tripping video for 'Candy Mountain' escapes the urban grind to the country, where the air is sweeter and the landscape infinite - was filmed by Jonny Stafford on location in Manchester, Bala in North Wales, and on top of The Bwlch mountain pass in Gwynedd.

'Reincarnation' is a collection of select Inca Babies tracks, re-recorded, re-invented and reincarnated for 2025. Recorded and mixed over two years at  6Db Studios in Salford by renowned producer Simon ‘Ding’ Archer (The Fall, PJ Harvey) and Harry Stafford, with Ding also contributing serious sonic and dub flourishes, this album was mastered by Marco Butcher at Boombox Studio in North Carolina.

"Looking through our back catalogue, it occurred to me that there were tracks that should again be made available in some manner and others that would benefit from reinvention. Last year's 'Ghost Mechanic Nine' album was an opportunity to create new music for our fans, who would like this music in the form of digital downloads and, for the truly hardcore, as a 12” Vinyl Album," says Harry Stafford.

"But it was also a realisation that we could invigorate old tunes. We already had a ‘best of’ compilation in ‘Plutonium', released in 2006, so we embarked upon a new quest, to inject new life into our favourite back catalogue. This whole project was to be an Innovative re-imagining of old tunes: re-invented for contemporary consideration. All of them Re-awakened and 'Re-inca-rnated'."

Inca Babies' journey - from their formation in 1983 in Manchester's now-legendary deck-access flats of Hulme to where they are today - was highlighted in last year's documentary 'The Making of Ghost Mechanic Nine'. Since reforming, they have released four albums and toured Europe, Russia, North America, India and beyond. They continue to explore goth, punk and death-rock jazz-blues, while paying tribute to the strong riffing and cool, dead-pan delivery of the dark wave scene at the time.

'Candy Mountain' is out everywhere, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. On November 28, the 'Reincarnation' album will be released on both CD and digitally.

CREDITS
Harry Stafford - guitars, bass, keyboards & vocals
Rob Haynes - drums & percussion
Vincent O'Brien - slide guitar
Written by Harry Stafford
Harry Stafford – vocals, guitars & keyboards
Rob Haynes - drums & percussion
All songs re-recorded by Harry Stafford and Rob Haynes. + Slide Guitar Vincent O Brien+
Recorded & produced at 6Db in Salford by Simon ‘Ding’ Archer
Mastered by Marco Butcher at Boombox Studio, North Carolina
Artwork designed by Harry Stafford
from images by James Chadderton Art Ltd. (Manchester Apocalyptic visions)
Album released by Black Lagoon Records - catalogue no. BLRLP0061
Video filmed by Jonny Stafford. Directed & edited by Harry Stafford 
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

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Phoenix-based Metal Band Arsenic Kitchen Releases Sinister New Single, "Devil's Advocate"

Sinister riffs. Unrelenting energy. A voice from the shadows that refuses to be silenced. ARSENIC KITCHEN officially drops their brand-new single “Devil’s Advocate."

“Devil’s Advocate” is a track that drags listeners into the underworld with haunting hooks, punishing grooves, and lyrics that dare you to question everything you thought you believed. It’s more than a song — it’s a manifesto, an anthem for the outcasts who thrive in the shadows.

ARSENIC KITCHEN'S highly anticipated NEW EP,

'Handbook for the Recently Deceased,'

set to drop on October 25th at none other than the

Desert Grey Festival in Mesa, Arizona. This event will double as a celebration of their release and they will be performing main stage. The EP will feature a short film that will be released alongside it. 

Tickets can be purchased HERE

STREAM "DEVIL'S ADVOCATE" ON SPOTIFY

ARSENIC KITCHEN is a fusion of early 2000s Alternative and modern Post Hardcore that evokes feelings of nostalgia and heartbreak, anger and excitement, weaved into a theatrical stadium level performance no matter the setting.

From the deserts of Phoenix, Arizona the band stand out as uniquely high energy and meaningful musicians onstage & off. Through the musicality and lyrics of every song, ARSENIC KITCHEN is able to reach and connect with the deepest feelings and emotions of listeners. 

FACE YOURSELF Drop New Single "Wet Dreams"; New EP 'Fury' Out Now Via Sumerian Records.

Transcontinental deathcore force Face Yourself have released their highly anticipated EP Fury via Sumerian Records, alongside the official music video for new single "Wet Dreams." The five-track collection represents the band's most mature and technically accomplished work to date, building on the foundation established by their breakthrough Martyr EP earlier this year. Watch "Wet Dreams" Below and stream Fury HERE.

The Fury EP is the band's second EP released via Sumerian Records and showcases Face Yourself's evolution from deathcore upstarts to a force capable of weaving technical death metal complexity with their signature emotional brutality. Produced once again by Joey Sturgis (Asking Alexandria, The Devil Wears Prada), the EP captures a band hitting their stride both sonically and thematically, exploring anger through multiple lenses while maintaining the raw vulnerability that has connected with fans worldwide.

Speaking on the EP release, vocalist Yasmine Liverneaux shares:

"We are excited to release our new record Fury via Sumerian records, and produced by Joey Sturgis. We tried to bolster a more mature sound with the use of elevated musicianship, implementing more death metal sensibilities this time around.

"Fury showcases anger with a broader spectrum that includes fast technical riffs, melodically gloomy phrases, and more varied instrumentation throughout. This EP is a continuation of Martyr, as we wrote both EPs at the same period. We really hope the audience will enjoy this record as much as we do, and we can't wait to play some of these songs live on our next tour with Signs of Swarm, Mental Cruelty, Ten56 and Carcosa!"

The "Wet Dreams" music video serves as a visual representation of the EP's darker themes, while the track itself demonstrates the band's expanded sonic palette. From the crushing opener through the previously released singles "Fractures" and "Ov Agony," Fury delivers five distinct expressions of controlled chaos, each showcasing different facets of the band's evolved sound.

Following the EP release, Face Yourself will join Signs of the Swarm's North American tour this October, alongside Mental Cruelty, Ten56., and Carcosa. The month-long trek kicks off October 2nd in Montreal and hits major markets across the U.S. and Canada, giving fans their first chance to experience Fury material in a live setting. Tickets and further information available HERE.

Upcoming Tour Dates with Signs of the Swarm:

10/02 - Montreal, QC @ Théâtre Fairmount

10/03 - Toronto, ON @ Axis Club

10/04 - Ferndale, MI @ The Loving Touch

10/05 - Chicago, IL @ Reggies

10/07 - St. Paul, MN @ Amsterdam Bar

10/08 - Davenport, IA @ Capitol Theatre

10/09 - Wichita, KS @ WAVE (Indoor)

10/10 - Denver, CO @ HQ

10/11 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Soundwell

10/12 - Boise, ID @ The Shredder

10/14 - Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

10/15 - Portland, OR @ Dante's

10/16 - Roseville, CA @ Goldfield Trading Post

10/17 - Fresno, CA @ Full Circle Brewery

10/18 - Los Angeles, CA @ Teragram Ballroom

10/19 - Mesa, AZ @ Nile Theater

10/21 - Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live

10/24 - Nashville, TN @ EXIT/IN

10/25 - Atlanta, GA @ Center Stage (The Loft)

10/28 - Columbia, SC @ New Brookland Tavern

10/29 - Greensboro, NC @ Hangar 1819

10/30 - Baltimore, MD @ Soundstage

10/31 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving

11/02 - Worcester, MA @ The Palladium

Kreator Announce New Album "Krushers of the World" Out January 2026 + Release Video for New Single "Seven Serpents"

Metal titans KREATOR have announced that their sixteenth studio album, KRUSHERS OF THE WORLD, will be released on January 16 via Nuclear Blast Records. Following the recent releases of the KREATOR documentary film Hate & Hope as well as Your Heaven, My Hell, the autobiography of frontman Mille Petrozza, KRUSHERS OF THE WORLD will be the next step in the evolution of KREATOR — a band that is still at its peak more than forty years into their career.

KRUSHERS OF THE WORLD is not a shy title, it is a statement, an expression of pride and self-awareness knowing how long and hard the band's path has been and knowing what they still have to say and share with their ever-growing following. After the buzz around the movie and book, it is time for KREATOR to let the riffs, the roaring vocals, and thunderous drums do the talking.

Rounded off by a triumphant production courtesy of Jens Bogren at Fascination Street Studios, who previously worked with the group on Phantom Antichrist (2012) and Gods Of Violence (2017), KREATOR return in perfect shape. The stunning cover artwork was created by none other than Polish genius Zbigniew Bielak (Ghost).

Furthermore, KREATOR have announced a massive EU and UK Headline tour with Carcass, Exodus and Nails for March and April 2026. 

Mille Petrozza commented, "We are beyond excited to kick off the new year with the release of our brand-new album KRUSHERS OF THE WORLD, dropping January 16. But that's not all! On March 20, we're hitting the road to bring you our biggest tour production ever. This will be a night of unrelenting metal mayhem, featuring our brothers-in-arms Carcass, Exodus, and the mighty Nails. This marks an exciting new chapter for the band, and we can't wait for you to experience the new music live, plus a selection of classic Kreator, old and new. Hail to the hordes! \m/."

Alongside the album and tour announcement, KREATOR have unleashed a krushing new single called "Seven Serpents," accompanied by a cinematic music video, which you can watch below. 

Pre-order/pre-save KRUSHERS OF THE WORLD here. 

Stream the single "Seven Serpents" here. 

Watch the "Seven Serpents" music video below.

ABOUT KREATOR:
When KREATOR's earliest incarnation formed under the influence of Kiss and Judas Priest in the early '80s none of the above was thinkable. For young adults, Essen, back then a 600k-plus city in the Ruhr area, was a grim place. Unemployment rates were surging, houses had been blackened by smoke from factories and coal mines, for some alcohol and drug abuse were the only escape route from this dismal, post-industrialized backdrop.

A novelty to Krushers Of The World is immediately obvious when staring at its cover. With Zbigniew Bielak, renowned for his work for Ghost, art and design offer an interesting twist to KREATOR’s history. Transforming classic visual trademarks dedicated fans will recognize from Coma Of Souls (1990), Out of the Dark... into the Light (1988) and Pleasure To Kill (the font!) into a highly detailed tapestry garnered with occult symbolism, Bielak crafted an outstanding piece paying homage to a band he loves since his teenager days yet with a daring and unique flair. The cover of Krushers Of The World rewards everyone willing to analyze the grandiose sleeve design.
 
In essence, Krushers Of The World is of course not a throwback to KREATOR's past, it is furious, massive sounding and creative in its own right, gifted with a songwriting quality honed over years. It displays a band which earned its spot among the giants of the genre, and developed its youthful anger further into a professional, internationally successful, nonetheless intimidating creature. Krushers Of The World underlines the fact that fueled by the reflective look at their own legacy sparked by 2025's Hate & Hope movie, KREATOR nowadays appear more mindful of their early days while simultaneously progressing uncompromisingly, unstoppable in their search for new realms to conquer and new worlds to krush.

Skillet Announce 2026 Return to Europe Ahead of Sold-Out South American Shows + The Awakening US Tour with Jeremy Camp

22x platinum, GRAMMY-nominated rock band SKILLET have announced their return to Europe next spring along with the release of their "SHOWTIME" live track and video. The spring tour will hit 23 cities including London, Glasgow, Paris, Munich, Warsaw, and Barcelona, with tickets on sale now at Skillet.com.
 

Reinforcing their reputation as a band with a massive global impact, SKILLET will hit South America this October, with Lima, Peru, and Belo Horizonte, Brazil already SOLD-OUT and Mexico City moving to a larger venue to accommodate crowd demand. Later this fall, they'll tour across the U.S. with Jeremy Camp. All tour routings below. 
 

The fall South American dates and upcoming European spring tour follow SKILLET's summer 2025 international trek throughout Lithuania, Sweden, Poland, Germany, Italy, Croatia, Belgium, and more, which saw them perform in front over nearly 400,000 fans. 

SKILLET U.S. AWAKENING TOUR: 
11/6 — Toledo, OH — Huntington Center
11/7 — Dayton, OH — Wright State University Nutter Center
11/8 — Johnson City, TN — Freedom Hall Civic Center
11/9 — Fayetteville, NC — Crown Coliseum 
11/13 — Jonesboro, AR — First National Bank Arena
11/14 — Sugar Land, TX — Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land
11/15 — Belton, TX — Cadence Bank Center (at Bell County Expo Center) 
11/16 — Longview, TX — LeTourneau University Belcher Center (SOLD OUT)
11/20 — Pensacola, FL — Pensacola Bay Center
11/21 — Athens, GA — The Classic Center Arena (formerly Akins Ford Arena)
11/22 — Clarksville, TN — F&M Bank Arena
11/23 — Huntsville, AL — Propst Arena at Von Braun Center
11/29 — Mt. Pleasant, MI — Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort 

ABOUT SKILLET: 
After nearly three decades, eleven albums, and thousands of shows worldwide, Skillet play louder, fight harder, and sound more rebellious than ever. As of 2024, the band have received two-time GRAMMY® Award nominations, picked up a Billboard Music Award, and landed three albums in the Top 5 of the Billboard 200. Selling over 22 million units worldwide, they have notched multiplatinum, platinum, or gold RIAA certifications for a total of 12 singles and four full-length albums. Not to mention, they have regularly attracted 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify, boasting "one of the most-streamed rock songs of all-time," with the 5x-platinum "Monster." Their presence has impressively surged throughout popular culture with syncs by WWE, Marvel, ESPN, and NFL in addition to coverage from USA Today, The New York Times, and more. As a live force of nature, they have touched down on five continents and in 32 countries, packing arenas everywhere from the Middle East to Russia. Not to mention, Skillet expanded their world with the graphic novel series EDEN. The first installment stood out as Z2 Comics' best-selling book of all-time. Now, the global hard rock quartet — John Cooper [lead vocals, bass], Korey Cooper [guitar, keys], Jen Ledger [drums, vocals], and Seth Morrison [lead guitar] — deliver an insurgent, infectious, and inimitable body of work with their twelfth full-length offering and first-ever independent album, REVOLUTION, led by the single "Unpopular" and focus tracks "All That Matters" and "Ash In The Wind." 

Breaking Benjamin's Keith Wallen Is "Dead Inside" in New Video

BREAKING BENJAMIN guitarist KEITH WALLEN dropped his latest solo album Infinity Now last year via Rise Records. Get it here. 

The artist continues to release new singles and today, he delivers the video for his latest unforgettable anthem "Dead Inside."

Watch the video below. 

It's a tightly shot visual that matches the energy and tension of the song.

"Sometimes, life can feel like a bad dream," Wallen offers about the song.

Earlier this summer, Wallen delivered his gorgeous take on Avril Lavigne's contemplative classic "I'm With You." Watch the video here. Prior to that, Wallen shared the standalone single "Us Against the World." Watch the video here. 

ABOUT KEITH WALLEN:
Keith Wallen is a prolific songwriter responsible for soaring melodies and hypnotic hooks heard across modern rock radio. The West Virginia-born troubadour uses his solo work as a vehicle to explore his multifaceted passions, moving seamlessly from the smart pop of '80s favorites like The Police and Depeche Mode to the big moody riffs of '90s grunge heroes like Alice In Chains, Soundgarden, and Stone Temple Pilots. 
 
His co-writing collaborations include compositions with Saint Asonia, Fuel, We Came As Romans, Red, Dorothy, and Korn guitarist Brian "Head" Welch's Love And Death. Wallen bares his soul as a solo artist with earnest resolve, powering his honest anthems with commanding vocals. 
 
A former member of Adelitas Way, Keith was among his first calls when Benjamin Burnley decided to reform and reconfigure his band. Dark Before Dawn, Breaking Benjamin's powerhouse comeback, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. Ember followed in 2018. 
 
Keith's self-produced acoustic and piano-driven Allies EP arrived in 2014. His debut solo album, 2021'sThis World Or The Next, featured "Dream Away," a song streamed 1.4M times on Spotify alone. His second solo album, Infinity Now, includes production and co-writing contributions from Kevin Thrasher (RIVALS, Jelly Roll) and work with Dan Braunstein (Spiritbox, Dayseeker) and Andrew Baylis (Sleeping With Sirens, Jelly Roll, Brantley Gilbert). 
 
Produced by Kevin Thrasher (Jelly Roll, RIVALS) and mixed by Joel Wanasek (Rain City Drive, Scott Stapp), Keith's sophomore solo album, Infinity Now, extends a warm invitation into the singer/songwriter's heart and mind. Hard rock bombast meets intimate pensiveness via engaging songs like "Blackout," "Strings," and first single, "Headspace Holiday."
 
As guitarist for Breaking Benjamin, a solo artist or songwriting collaborator, the common threads through Keith Wallen's work are honesty, authenticity, and heartfelt spirit. 

OVERT ENEMY Unleashes New Album Insurrection and Lyric Video for “Resinated”

Texas metal titans OVERT ENEMY have unleashed their new full-length album Insurrection, available now worldwide. Alongside the release, the band has dropped a brand-new lyric video for “Resinated,” a track that embodies pure Texas groove while balancing sinister heaviness with epic scope.

Originally planned as an EP after 2019’s Possession, the project grew into a full-length during the pandemic, fueled by the band’s perseverance through personal and global struggles. Insurrection pushes boundaries while staying true to OVERT ENEMY’s roots, blending thrash intensity, face-melting riffs, and conceptual storytelling across its diverse tracklist.

“This album is dedicated to everyone who’s ever been told to give up on their dreams. To those who’ve stood by us through the noise and the silence: our families, our friends, and the die-hard metal fans around the world—thank you for keeping our fire alive. Your support fuels every riff, every lyric, every beat. Above all, we give thanks and glory to God, who has blessed us with the gift of music, the spark of inspiration, and the fortitude to stay the course and pursue our passion.”

Album is available in signed/hand numbered limited edition cd & vinyl with deluxe insert featuring the art of Santiago Yanez. Order HERE.

About OVERT ENEMY:

Formed in 2013 in the heart of Mission, Texas, OVERT ENEMY has become a formidable presence in the global metal scene, known for their raw intensity, technical precision, and relentless pursuit of musical evolution. What began as a tribute to SLAYER guitarist Jeff Hanneman quickly grew into something much larger, as the band developed their own unique sound, blending Texas groove with thrash metal’s speed and aggression. Drawing influence from titans like SLAYER, PANTERA, FEAR FACTORY, and SEPULTURA, OVERT ENEMY has crafted a musical identity that pays homage to these greats while pushing the boundaries of modern metal.

OVERT ENEMY is:

• Leo “Lizard” Ortiz – Guitar/Vocals

• Laura “Slayerella” Ortiz – Bass/Vocals

• Robert Hahn – Guitar/Vocals

• Saul Castillo – Drums

Album Credits:

• Produced by: Joshua Lopez (IMMORTAL GUARDIAN), Leo Ortiz & Robert Hahn

• Recorded at: Widowmaker Studios, McAllen, Texas

• Engineer/Mixing/Mastering: Joshua Lopez

• Album Cover Art: Santiago Yanez

• Album Formats: Digital, CD, Vinyl

Connect with OVERT ENEMY and learn more at overtenemy.com.

SOULFLY | RELEASE MUSIC VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE 'NIHILIST' FEAT. TODD JONES OF NAILS

Arizona, extreme metal trailblazers SOULFLY will deliver their tribally fueled thirteenth album CHAMA on October 24th 2025 via Nuclear Blast Records. Once again, a remarkable testament to the Brazilian songwriter’s natural affinity for slamming yet rhythmic riffs that defined his signature sound to listeners around the world. A true return to the spiritual upbringing of SOULFLY that somehow bears a modern-day edge and vitality. Something that could only be attained by a true master of the craft, and Max has stunned us all again.

The latest song from SOULFLY 'Nihilist'  continues the Cavalera family legacy with a track that is a testament to raw aggression. The song features the bands legendary sound enhanced by the evolving role of Zyon Cavalera as producer. The track not only delivers on the band's hallmark sound but it injects a modern, vital, sonic assault onto the listener and features Todd Jones of NAILS. Watch the music video directed by Costin Chioreanu, Below.

Max Cavalera comments, “My lyrics are inspired by LG of Entombed and Nihilist. He left this earth in 2021 and he was always a big influence on me. This is one of the heaviest songs on the record and I love the fact that we went to Bulgaria to make the video. Todd Jones is the special guest on the song, delivering the hardest line on the record. ‘I don’t believe in anything!’”

Mike De Leon states, "From the depths of the deepest tribes, we bring you the new Soulfly. This being my first official video ever with the guys, is a complete honor. Enjoy it, crank it up and start the living room mosh pits!"  

Pre-order/pre-save Chama:: 
https://soulfly.bfan.link/chama

Stream 'Nihilist' feat. Todd Jones of NAILS:
https://soulfly.bfan.link/nihilist

Chama is now available for pre-order in the following formats:

• CD Jewel

• Vinyl

  • Yellow and Orange Corona (Worldwide)

  • Transparent Red w/ White Splatter (Nuclear Blast)

  • Red and Black Marbled (Revolver Exclusive)

  • Picture Disc (SOULFLY Exclusive)

• SOULFLY T-Shirt

CHAMA was recorded at the Platinum Underground Studio in Mesa, Arizona by John Aquilino. John has worked with Max and company multiple times before and is not only a talented engineer but a family friend. The album was produced by Zyon Cavalera and Arthur Rizk. The latter was also responsible for the mixing and mastering. Rizk has not only worked with the Cavalera family numerous times before, but has also helped to shape the world of heavy metal in the modern day. SOULFLY enlisted Carletta Parrish to create the album artwork. For the album, Igor Amadeus Cavalera (GO AHEAD & DIE, NAILBOMB, HEALING MAGIC) played bass and Mike De Leon played guitar. The album also includes features from Dino Cazares (FEAR FACTORY) and Todd Jones (NAILS).

SOULFLY's line-up on Chama is :
Max Cavalera | Vocals & Guitar
Igor Amadeus Cavalera | Bass
Zyon Cavalera | Drums
Mike De Leon | Guitar

More information:
https://www.facebook.com/SoulflyOfficial
www.instagram.com/thesoulflytribe
www.x.com/thesoulflytribe
open.spotify.com/user/soulflyband
www.youtube.com/@soulfly
www.tiktok.com/@thesoulflytribe

Adam Mac Releases New Track "Old Photograph"; Third Studio Album 'Southern Spectacle' Out Oct. 24

Rising country singer/songwriter and self-proclaimed “Southern spectacle” Adam Mac continues to pave his own lane as one of the genre’s most dynamic new voices with his latest release “Old Photograph,” available today. The track called “a powerful country pop anthem” by Holler, showcases Mac’s blend of unabashed honesty and tender storytelling and comes on the heels of recent release “All Dollars, No Sense,” which Billboard hailed as a “must-hear” calling it “a bold, dancefloor-ready fusion of country and pop.” The track is another taste of new music from the man dubbed “cowBoy George” by his fans who is set to release his third studio album, Southern Spectacle, on October 24. Listen to “Old Photograph” Below and pre-Save Southern Spectacle HERE.

"Southern Spectacle has been two years in the making," Mac shared exclusively with Holler regarding the album. "It’s bold, vulnerable and the most authentic I’ve ever been on a record. Every track is drawn from a lived experience, stories shaped by setbacks and triumphs. It’s my queer country experience seen through a technicolor neon lens. This album is me stepping into my power as a Southern Spectacle, and I hope folks find that same courage in themselves."

Written by Mac alongside Dani Stacy, “Old Photograph” is a raw, emotional ballad about an almost-lost love. With Mac’s striking falsetto, the track captures the fragile line between lasting love and what could have been a fleeting connection—one that, if missed, might have been reduced to nothing more than a faded picture in the back of a drawer. 

“‘Old Photograph’ is about gratitude for timing,” shares Mac. “How meeting the right person at the wrong time could’ve meant they’d only ever be a memory. But instead of being just an old photograph in the back of a drawer, you get to build a life with your person.”

The new song follows a flurry of recent releases from the forthcoming album including title track “Southern Spectacle,” wedding anthem “Last Rodeo,” and “All Dollars, No Sense” which Billboard opined, “With its infectious groove, sizzling guitar, timely message, and Mac’s effortlessly smooth vocals…becomes a memorable anthem.” Together, these tracks set the stage for Mac’s most ambitious and unapologetic project yet.

Unafraid to sparkle in the spotlight – or speak his truth, Mac continues to capture hearts with his Southern flair, raw truth and glitter-soaked twang. Southern Spectacle was produced by Jason Mater (with additional production by Sean Trainor, Warren Riker and HALLIE). The danceable fusion of country and modern pop was recorded over two days at Nashville’s Black River Studios and cements Mac’s reputation as one of the genre’s most original voices. 

“People want things to be like ‘this’ or like ‘that,’ and there’s not a lot of space for ‘both,’” Mac explains. “But I can be glamorous and flashy, and also raised on a Kentucky farm, with all the same values you have. I have just decided to embrace the full spectrum of who I am.
 
“I’m making music that I wish I had growing up – that I wish I could have seen myself in,” he shares. “And I feel like we’re doing something right.”
 
Mac was raised in Russellville, Kentucky, about an hour north of Nashville (and a world away from Music Row). A farm-and-church kid who loved The Spice Girls and Shania Twain and couldn’t stop singing, he soon moved on from bedroom vocal clinics to Sunday services and talent shows and started writing songs after losing a dear friend in high school. 
 
Mac also realized he was gay, and that was something to put out of sight. Enduring the typical pressure to “fix” his “unacceptable” truth, which he had fully internalized by age 22, he moved to Nashville to write songs he thought the mainstream would accept. By his own admission, nearly 10 years of struggle led nowhere – Mac’s agile vocal just wasn’t enough to overcome his vanilla vision of country pop. But with the pandemic, Mac realized he was doing “three chords and the truth” all wrong.
 
“I was trying to appease the masses and not ruffle feathers, or even hint at the fact I was a queer country singer,” he explains. “Then I decided to do what I loved and write songs without anything other than just being honest. With hindsight it’s like ‘Well, duh. That’s obviously what you should have been doing the whole time!’”
 
The creative epiphany worked wonders. Fusing vocal soul with a danceable country-funk mix (and the full fabulousness of his personality), 2023’s breakout hit “Disco Cowboy” set Mac free. The rapturous music video held the No. 1 spot on CMT’s 12-Pack Countdown for four weeks, leading to a full album of the same name and many conversations. 
 
Dubbed “country music’s very own Elton John” by PEOPLE, Southern Spectacle is a definitive intersection of country music and queer identity. Twelve songs co-written by Mac with close friends (including an additional queer creator on most of the album’s tracks) mark a work of cloud-nine courage, with a resilient, revelatory sense of self-acceptance. Louder and prouder than ever, Mac dives further into the world he established on Disco Cowboy. “It’s so autobiographical to me, and also the starting point of where we left off,” he says. “This is the most honest I’ve been in any music – I really held no filter on it.”
 
In large part, that meant finally embracing his own story, contrasts and quirks included. 
 
“This album is a journey through a multitude of feelings – from feeling like you stand out in a small town, to growing up with an older sibling who was the epitome of everything your father wanted,” he says. “It feels like the complete story of where I’ve been, especially after the past two years.”
 
As a visible queer voice in country music today, Mac’s journey has not been without challenges. When he was scheduled to headline the Logan County Tobacco and Heritage Festival in his conservative hometown, backlash from local pastors sparked national headlines. His strength in the face of hate drew support from fans, hometown friends and celebrities alike – including Maren Morris, Kelsea Ballerini and Brandy Clark – and led to a guest appearance on Morris’ Lunatics Tour in Chicago.
 
As a lifelong outsider who’s learned to make his own space the central message of his work –  he wants everyone to know they matter, even if they’re complicated. So have a little fun.
 
“I hope that my community feels seen and represented and safe, and they have words for things they felt but were never able to explain,” he says. “For people outside of our community, I just hope they feel the joy – because that’s the way to make change. How do you argue with someone’s happiness?”
 
With his magnetic presence and rich storytelling, Mac continues to carve out space for queer voices in the country format showing that there’s room for every kind of story. For the latest news and updates follow along on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook @adammacmusic and online at adammacmusic.com.

DUSTIN LYNCH AND MC4D ARE COMING “HOME TO YOU” — OUT NOW

Dustin Lynch has already secured his place as one of country’s modern hitmakers with 10 #1s, billions of streams, and a career built on headlining tour anthems. But rather than slowing down, he is teaming up with twin-brother folktronica duo MC4D  to break new ground with “Home To You,” a new release penned by Lynch, Matt & Chris Drake (of MC4D), Brandon Davis, and Trent Tomlinson that fuses country grit with the pulse of the global nightlife scene. Listen Below.

“I’m fired up to finally drop ‘Home To You’ with MC4D,” shares Lynch. “We’ve been testing it out in the club sets day and night, and it’s been electric — jumping into this new lane has awakened a whole new part of my soul. Getting to create and collaborate in new ways this far into my career has been some of the most fun and fulfilling music-making I’ve ever done. Can’t wait for y’all to feel this one when it hits.”

“We’ve looked up to Dustin and his music for so long, and being able to do a song with him has been an incredible experience,” adds MC4D. “He’s pioneering such a unique lane when it comes to his country-EDM project, and we’re so grateful for the energy and excitement that he’s brought to this song. ‘Home To You’ feels like the perfect mix of Dustin’s hit country sound and our melodic EDM project, and stylistically we feel it really stands apart in the developing country crossover landscape. It reminds us of the timeless country/Americana collaborations of Avicii and Kygo, and we can’t wait to see the song connect with dance and country fans alike.”

Dustin’s Wynn Las Vegas residency made history as the first country headliner on the Strip’s nightlife stage, introducing his sound to club culture without compromise. His Club Set Remixes EP, released this summer, reimagined his chart-toppers for the dancefloor, featuring electrified reworks of fan favorites like “Small Town Boy,” “Seein’ Red,” “Thinking ’Bout You,” “Stars Like Confetti,” and his latest country radio single “Easy To Love,” the most added song at country radio the week of release.

And that’s not all. Lynch is not borrowing shine or testing a trend, he is expanding the reach of his music with authenticity and vision. Proven through collaborations with MOONLGHT, MC4D, and Dirty Audio—and most recently with producer MAKJ and singer/artist Bryce Vine on “Happy Hour,” a breezy, feel-good fusion of electronic dance and country flair that garnered millions of streams within its first month—Lynch continues to prove his music connects anywhere.

From small-town backroads to global stages and DJ booths, Dustin is proving country music impacts everywhere the party is. Dustin will kick off his TWO FOR THE ROAD TOUR with Scotty McCreery this fall. He is also in the middle of his historic Wynn Nightlife Las Vegas Residency, where his club sets blur genre lines and draw dance fans and country diehards alike.

ABOUT DUSTIN LYNCH:
Dustin Lynch has “built one of the most consistent recording careers in modern country music” (Billboard), achieving 10 #1s; four Top 5 albums; MULTI-PLATINUM status with 10 RIAA-certified singles; and tallying over 5 BILLION cumulative global streams. Rolling out new music beginning with the chill summer jam “Easy To Love,” Dustin marked his milestone 10th #1 with “Chevrolet (feat. Jelly Roll)” from his sixth studio album Killed The Cowboy (BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville). The follow-up to Blue In The Sky, which delivered the history-making 2X PLATINUM, six-week #1 “Thinking ‘Bout You (feat. MacKenzie Porter)”—the most-played song at Country radio in 2022, landing at #1 on Mediabase and #2 on the Billboard Year-End Country Airplay charts—also featured hits #1 “Stars Like Confetti” and “Party Mode.” Co-headlining the TWO FOR THE ROAD TOUR with Scotty McCreery this fall, Lynch has headlined packed venues to sold-out crowds like his latest Killed The Cowboy Tour, in addition to touring with country’s biggest names including Kane Brown, Luke Bryan, Florida Georgia Line, Brad Paisley, and Blake Shelton. Hosting his see-and-be-seen pool parties for the last decade, Lynch marks Wynn Nightlife’s first-ever country music artist residency in Las Vegas with his 2025 club set. Most recently, he expanded his sound with the Club Set Remixes EP—a genre-blending project featuring high-energy dance remixes of his biggest hits by top DJs including MOONLGHT and MC4D. With his latest release, Lynch unveils his first EDM original, “Home To You,” a track with MC4D that carries his unmistakable country undertone into the global dance scene. Since his PLATINUM breakout “Cowboys and Angels” in 2012, the Tennessee native has earned industry recognition as a Grand Ole Opry member, as well as high-profile nominations for the Academy of Country Music Awards, American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, iHeartRadio Music Awards, and CMT Music Awards.

KEEP UP WITH DUSTIN LYNCH

TOUR | WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | X | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE | TIKTOK

ABOUT MC4D:

Carving their own unique path in the electronic scene, twin-brother duo MC4D has gained an avid and distinct fanbase for their genre-blending sound. With a rhythm and energy pulling from progressive and melodic EDM, songwriting inspired by the burgeoning indie-folk revival, and instrumentation incorporating the rawness of Americana, MC4D’s sound is setting itself apart in today’s music ecosystem. Through recent collaborations with major artists across the EDM and Indie spectrum such as Walk off the Earth, Łaszewo, Frank Walker, and The National Parks, as well as over two dozen official remix releases for artists like Dustin Lynch, Flo Rida, Steve Aoki, and Meghan Trainor, the duo is on-pace to amass over 50M streams across platforms in 2025. In addition to their original music, MC4D’s popular Down Under Mix series (top-charting on SoundCloud U.S. dance charts) has grown a die-hard following and gained over 30M streams. After playing over 80 shows in 2024, MC4D opened 2025 as direct support across 18 shows on Two Friends’ ‘Heatwave’ tour, highlighted by a debut performance at Red Rocks. The duo has become a sought-after live act for their unique sonic appeal and high energy shows, with summer performances at major festivals such as North Coast, Project GLOW, EDC Las Vegas, Summerfest, and Stagecoach. This fall, MC4D is embarking on their headline ‘Wanderings Tour’ across North America to round out a 70+ show run in 2025. With a number of their highest profile collaborations to date lined up in the coming months, MC4D is carving out a niche that fans can't find anywhere else.

KEEP UP WITH MC4D

TOUR | WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE | TIKTOK

Out Today! - OVERT ENEMY - Insurrection

OVERT ENEMY returns with their most powerful and aggressive work to date, the new full-length album Insurrection, out now. The Mission, Texas-based band has carved a name for itself in the global metal scene by blending gnarly Texas groove with relentless twin guitar attacks and a triple vocal assault. With Insurrection, OVERT ENEMY has refined their sound, evolving into a band that draws on the energy of the past while pushing the boundaries of modern metal.

Insurrection didn’t come easy. Originally planned as an EP after the band’s 2019 release Possession, the global pandemic forced the band to pivot, transforming the project into a full-length album. Add to that the personal battles faced by the band members, from Leo “Lizard” Ortiz’s major back surgery to the struggle of keeping momentum during worldwide lockdowns, and you have an album born out of perseverance and pure passion. This is an album about resilience, rebellion, and the power of the riff—because, at its core, OVERT ENEMY is a riff band, driven by face-melting guitar solos, raw intensity, and unapologetic metal fury.

The band—composed of Leo Ortiz (guitar/vocals), Laura “Slayerella” Ortiz (bass/vocals), Robert Hahn (guitar/vocals), and Saul Castillo (drums)—takes the listener on a sonic journey across Insurrection. The album is anchored in thrash but refuses to be defined by any one style. From the devastating opening track "Resinated", which blends sinister grooves with epic overtones inspired by Leo's battles with chronic back pain, to the deeply conceptual "Eradication", part of a three-song narrative about alien invasion, the record pushes boundaries while staying true to the ethos of the genre.

For the band members, the making of Insurrection was as much about personal growth as it was about pushing the limits of their sound. “It’s surreal thinking about everything we went through to get this album made,” says Robert Hahn. "Leo could have died on the operating table, and that would have been it. But here we are, with an album that represents the best music we’ve ever created." The band's determination shines through every track, from the thrashy riffs of "Eradication" to the melodic complexities of "Bleed Like I Do", ensuring that no song sounds the same, and no topic is off-limits.

For OVERT ENEMY, Insurrection marks the culmination of years of hard work, personal sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to their craft. As Laura Ortiz puts it, “This album made me grow as a musician, and you can hear it in my playing and in my vocals. It challenged all of us, and I couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve achieved.” For drummer Saul Castillo, who transitioned from drum tech to full-time band member in a matter of months, the experience was equally rewarding.

In a world where fear and division seem to rule, OVERT ENEMY is not afraid to speak up, to push boundaries, and to deliver metal with a message. With Insurrection, they’ve created a record that is not only a musical triumph but a testament to their resilience as a band. Their story is far from over—this is only the beginning of the next chapter.

While thrash metal certainly runs through their veins, OVERT ENEMY refuses to be confined by genre. The release of Insurrection marks a new chapter for the band, as they delve into broader sonic landscapes and thematic complexity. The album reflects their growth both musically and personally, touching on themes ranging from personal struggle and mental health to global political unrest and conceptual sci-fi narratives. Every track offers something unique, showing the band’s ability to experiment with diverse sounds and ideas without losing their aggressive edge.

Outside of the studio, OVERT ENEMY has built a reputation as a DIY powerhouse, handling much of their own production, marketing, and fan engagement. Their strong DIY ethic has earned them endorsements from leading brands like Sawtooth Guitars, Emperor Cabs, FU-Tone, and GODPS Music. Despite the challenges of the pandemic, the band has used their time wisely, staying connected with their fans through live streams, social media, and consistent content releases. Their music has also found its way into independent films, further expanding their reach beyond the metal scene.

As they look to the future, OVERT ENEMY remains committed to creating music that not only reflects their personal experiences but also resonates with fans around the world. They are driven by faith, family, and a passion for their art, and they continue to be a beacon of the metal resurgence, blazing their own trail in the genre.

OVERT ENEMY is:

• Leo “Lizard” Ortiz – Guitar/Vocals
  

• Laura “Slayerella” Ortiz – Bass/Vocals
  

• Robert Hahn – Guitar/Vocals
  

• Saul Castillo – Drums
  

Album Credits:

• Produced by: Joshua Lopez (IMMORTAL GUARDIAN), Leo Ortiz & Robert Hahn
  

• Recorded at: Widowmaker Studios, McAllen, Texas
  

• Engineer/Mixing/Mastering: Joshua Lopez
  

• Album Cover Art: Santiago Yanez
  

• Album Formats: Digital, CD, Vinyl

Yellow Snow will be headlining the 8th annual Rock n' Roll Charity Christmas Concert

As the vision of creator, composer, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and vocalist Mike DiBiase, Yellow Snow encompasses recorded music, larger-than-life live performances, animation, content, multimedia, and more. And on December 4th at Third and Lindsley in Nashville, Yellow Snow will be headlining the 8th annual Rock n' Roll Charity Christmas Concert. 

Performed at the upcoming concert will undoubtedly be many tracks from Yellow Snow's new album, 'Volume 1,' which contains rocked-up renditions of many holiday classics, including "The Grinch," "Let It Snow," and the new single, "Father Christmas," which is a cover of the Kinks classic.

To listen to the "Father Christmas" single, visit this link:
https://found.ee/fatherchristmas

And click below to view the video:

For years, Rhode Island-born DiBiase — a lifelong musician and EMMY ® Award - nominated audio post production talent by trade — had “gifted” family and friends hard rock Christmas songs. He decided to bring them to the stage at a Rhode Island club in 2007 for the live debut of Yellow Snow, packing the house and donating a portion of the proceeds to various charities. 

He annually headlined shows throughout the ensuing years stirring up a level of cult fandom among the initiated. The music also quietly took on a life of its own as DiBiase’s original song “Giddy Yup, Santa Claus” landed a high-profile sync on The CW’s Riverdale. 

Armed with the framework constructed by DiBiase and his bandmates (Matt Baird, Al Diaz, Franklin La Barbara, Denise Gouvin, Jason Berndt, and Chris Piccirillo), he decamped to Nashville in order to finish recording what would become Yellow Snow’s full-length debut LP, 'Volume 1,' during 2023. 

For the sessions, he assembled a murderers’ row of musicians, including Matchbox Twenty guitarist Kyle Cook, award-winning guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter Derek Wells [HARDY, Lainey Wilson], horn players Curt Ramm and Bill Holloman [E - Street Band, Nile Rogers, Danny Gatton , Radiohead ], keyboardist Jon Coleman [Trace Adkins], Dave Cohen [Carrie Underwood, Reba McEntire, Steven Tyler], vocalist Nathan Barlowe [Keith Urban, Tyler Hubbard, Luna Halo], and many more. 

Not to mention, he tapped Jack Joseph Puig [The Black Crowes, Stone Temple Pilots, Weezer] to mix these ten tracks and Gavin Lurssen for the mastering. Nodding to personal influences a la Stone Temple Pilots , Alice In Chains , Queens of the Stone Age, Stax, and Queen, he brought an abundance of attitude, energy, and edge to the holidays with a handful of originals , including Man In Red, and covers like the lead single “Father Christmas,” “What’s this?” from The Nightmare Before Christmas , “Let It Snow,” “Drummer Boy,” “The Grinch,” and more. 

In many ways, this is the record Mike has been waiting his whole life to make. He spent the majority of his career at legendary toy manufacturer Hasbro as a Music Director, Audio Engineer and Composer, crafting music for often 80 commercials per year. Among many highlights, he contributed compositions to household name franchises such as Star Wars, Marvel, Transformers, G.I. Joe, Nerf, My Little Pony, Playskool, Tonka, Littlest Pet Shop, Play - Doh and many more. In recognition of his work he even garnered an EMMY ® Award nod for a Pictureka! game show open and picked up seven Telly Awards. 

'Volume 1' and the upcoming Rock n' Roll Charity Christmas Concert will undoubtedly electrify this holiday season. 

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ARISING EMPIRE MEDIA ALERT: The Dark.FM Unleash New Single

Los Angeles outfit The Dark.FM are back with their most uncompromising track yet — the razor-sharp and magnetic new single "[zippermouth]."

"We've always just sort of done whatever we wanted," the band's Craig Johns explains. "But whatever little voice was in there saying 'Make sure the core kids like it' just wasn't there this time. So '[zippermouth]' in a way is our first 100% The Dark.FM track. As a singer, it's more of what I like to do, than just what I'm capable of, and as a producer, it’' both."

The band calls the track "late night metal" and even "Keanu Reeves metal" — a neon-soaked sound built on immediacy, lust, secrecy, and impatience. "'[zippermouth]' is all of the former and none of the latter," the band adds. "But listen to that bridge though. Drum machine goes crazy."

With their debut The Dark EP surpassing 2.5 million streams worldwide, The Dark.FM have already carved a name for themselves. In the brief time since their formation, they've hit Warped Tour, headlined four shows in Germany, and delivered a full showcase at Reeperbahn Festival 2025.

With "[zippermouth]," The Dark.FM push further into their own territory: dangerous, restless, and entirely their own.

Watch the music video below.

ARISING EMPIRE MEDIA ALERT: Aviana Unleash New Single

AVIANA continue their unstoppable ascent with the release of their brand new single "WORLDS PULSE," featuring a breathtaking violin and vocal  performance by IMMINENCE frontman Eddie Berg. The track marks the official launch of pre-orders for their new album VOID, set for release on October 31.
 

Fronted by Joel Holmqvist, AVIANA have evolved into a forward-thinking heavy act, combining thunderous breakdowns, cinematic soundscapes, and raw emotion into a sound that is both punishing and unforgettable. Since their 2022 record CORPORATION — which has already surpassed 47.5 million streams worldwide — AVIANA have released a relentless run of singles including "DELIRIUM," "FATHER," "STORM ABLAZE," and "EVERMORE," together racking up over 3 million Spotify streams already and fueling their rise to over 360,000 monthly listeners.
 

With VOID, AVIANA are entering their boldest chapter yet — a record that channels despair and catharsis into an ambitious sonic universe.

Following explosive tours across Europe, Australia, and North America alongside IMMINENCE, ALLT, and MAKE THEM SUFFER, the band will return to European stages in November 2025 for their long-awaited headline run, delivering the raw intensity of their new era to audiences across the continent.

Catch the band live in Europe this fall — more info here. 

Watch the "WORLDS PULSE" music video below.