Industrial Pop Force AESTHETIC PERFECTION Shares New Single "Sorrow" Feat. SWARM

Today, AESTHETIC PERFECTION is proud to release their new single "Sorrow," featuring industrial EDM powerhouse SWARM. The new track arrives alongside an official visualizer.

On the new single AESTHETIC PERFECTION mastermind Daniel Graves shares:

"'Sorrow' is a song about processing lost love. A melancholy story wrapped in a sonic assault by SWARM. The perfect pairing of emotional vulnerability and musical aggression."

Supporting the new single, AESTHETIC PERFECTION will begin their US headline run, the Suckers for Punishment tour, this Thursday in Los Angeles with support from Priest and Julien-K.

On the tour, Graves adds:

"I swore to myself that AESTHETIC PERFECTION would never return to the US for another headlining tour. I couldn't be happier to be breaking that oath nearly half a decade later."

Watch the Visualizer for "Sorrow" Below:

AESTHETIC PERFECTION is the industrial pop project of Los Angeles-born, Austria-based singer-songwriter-producer Daniel Graves. For over 26 years, the project has pushed the boundaries of dark electro, fusing industrial aggression with pop precision, goth atmospherics, and forward-thinking production across seven full-length albums, numerous singles, and a visually striking catalog of music videos.

Though never beholden to mainstream trends, AESTHETIC PERFECTION has cultivated a fiercely loyal global audience, selling out headlining tours throughout Europe and North America. Renowned for their relentless drive and explosive live performances, the project has earned slots on some of the world’s largest stages, including multiple arena tours supporting Till Lindemann (Rammstein) across Europe and North America.

Beyond the stage, AESTHETIC PERFECTION has built an extensive network of high-profile collaborations, working with Richard Z. Kruspe (Rammstein), Sean Beavan (Nine Inch Nails, Marilyn Manson, Guns N’ Roses), SINIZTER, Jinxx (Black Veil Brides), Rhys Fulber (Fear Factory / Frontline Assembly), Celldweller, Nikki Misery (New Year’s Day), and Sebastian Svalland (Pain / Katatonia / Lindemann). The band’s music has also appeared in Netflix original programming and on the Underworld: Awakening soundtrack, further cementing its presence within alternative culture.

Stream / Listen to "Sorrow" HERE

AESTHETIC PERFECTION will be hitting the road on the Sucker for Punishment tour starting this week. The tour kicks off on April 2nd in Los Angeles at Whisky A Go Go andruns through the entire US before concluding in Denver on May 2nd at the Ritual Noize Festival. For a complete list of dates, please see below.

AESTHETIC PERFECTION Live:

Sucker for Punishment Tour

Apr 02 - Los Angeles, Ca - Whisky A Go Go

Apr 03 - San Diego, Ca - Brick By Brick

Apr 04 - Pomona, CA - Flyaway

Apr 05 - San Francisco, CA - DNA Lounge

Apr 09 - Madison, Wi - The Annex

Apr 10 - Chicago, IL - WC Social Club

Apr 11 - Cleveland, Oh - The Foundry

Apr 12 - Harrisburg, Pa - Capital City Music Hall

Apr 14 - Clifton, Nj - Dingbatz

Apr 15 - Philadelphia, Pa - Nikki Lopez

Apr 16 - Rochester, Ny - Photo City Music Hall

Apr 17 - Brooklyn, Ny - The Meadows

Apr 18 - Hartford, Ct - Webster Theater

Apr 19 - Manchester, Nh - Jewel Music Venue

Apr 21 - Raleigh, Nc - Chapel Of Bones

Apr 22 - Nashville, Tn - Cobra

Apr 24 - Austin, Tx - Come & Take It Live

Apr 25 - Houston, Tx - Scout Bar

Apr 26 - Dallas, Tx - Trees

Apr 29 - Glendale, Az - The 44

Apr 30 - Las Vegas, Nv - Dive Bar

May 01 - Salt Lake City, Ut - Liquid Joe's

May 02 - Denver, Co - Ritual Noize Festival

Metal Band 40 Cycle Hum Release New Single "Remember The Days" via TLG | ZOID, distributed by Virgin Music Group

Heavy-hitting metal act 40 Cycle Hum released their new single, "Remember The Days," via TLG | ZOID and distributed by Virgin Music Group. 

 

Anchored by vocalist Brandon Mitchell, guitarist Mark Zavon (Kill Devil Hill), bassist Matt Snell (Five Finger Death Punch), and drummer Francis Ruiz (Buckcherry), the band’s lineup delivers a focused, powerful sound built for today’s rock audience.

 

"'Remember the Days' turns back the clock to a simpler time. It hits the rewind button and shines a light on all the good times from back in the day," says the band.

 

Denny Sanders of TLG|ZOID shares, "I like to think working with 40 Cycle Hum is fulfilling a destiny. I was introduced to lead vocalist Brandon by our mutual friend Sen Dog at Cypress Hill's show with The Nashville Symphony. When Brandon gave me his cell number, I already had it in my phone yet neither one of us remembered meeting back in the day. Fast forward a couple months, Brandon sent me the record we had talked about that night at the show, and I was blown away at how good it was. Now here we are ready to rock the world." 

 

Peter Tsiolis of TLG|ZOID adds, "When Denny sent over the music, I had no idea who it was I was listening to, but the minute the riff for 'Remember The Days' kicked in I was hooked.  The song brings you back to the late 1990s early 2000s.  It's fresh and full of energy.   40 Cycle Hum brings the attitude and the music that brings you back to when music was fun."  

 

"Remember The Days" is now available on all major streaming platforms. For more information on 40 Cycle Hum, including upcoming releases and tour dates, visit their official website and follow them on social media.

 

STREAM "Remember The Days"

https://tlgent.ffm.to/40ch-rememberthedays

 

LISTEN to "Remember the Days" Below:

40 Cycle Hum delivers modern hard rock inspired by the golden age of active rock and hard rock, driven by power, precision, and authentic songwriting.

 

Scheduled to be released this summer, Entertaining Misery is a hard-hitting 12-track album produced by Stevo Bruno (Five Finger Death Punch, Mötley Crüe, Prong) and mastered by the late George Marino (Sterling Sound), featuring artwork by legendary filmmaker Clive Barker (Hellraiser).

 

Rooted in classic influences and delivered with modern energy, 40 Cycle Hum stands for uncompromising hard rock with clarity of vision and purpose.

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KREATOR RELEASE MUSIC VIDEO FOR 'LOYAL TO THE GRAVE'

Following the electrifying kickoff of their extensive European tour, metal legends KREATOR are keeping the momentum alive with the release of a brand-new music video for 'Loyal To The Grave,' the powerful closing track of their latest studio album, Krushers Of The World.

Showcasing a different side of the band’s signature intensity, 'Loyal To The Grave' stands out as one of the album’s most memorable moments. Driven by a highly melodic approach and elevated by a soaring, anthemic chorus, the track captures both the aggression and emotional depth that have defined KREATOR’s enduring legacy. The accompanying video visually amplifies this spirit, blending striking performance footage with cinematic storytelling that underscores themes of loyalty, unity, and resilience.

Mille Petrozza commented:
“The video was inspired by the Movie “ The Crow” this time. I hope you enjoy our little journey into obscurity as much as we do.”

Currently tearing through Europe alongside Exodus, Carcass, and Nails, KREATOR have been delivering spectacular shows to fans across the continent. The tour continues through the end of April, cementing the band’s reputation as one of the most formidable live acts in metal.

Looking ahead, KREATOR will take their explosive live show across the Atlantic this May, joining forces with Carcass and Cold Steel for a highly anticipated U.S. tour. With no signs of slowing down, 2026 is shaping up to be another landmark year for the band.

PURCHASE/STREAM KRUSHERS OF THE WORLD:
https://kreator.bfan.link/krushers-of-the-world     

WATCH THE VIDEO FOR 'LOYAL TO THE GRAVE' BELOW:

KREATOR LIVE:

EU & UK Headline Tour
w/ special guests Carcass, Exodus and Nails
 

31. Mar 26LUEsch sur AlzetteRockhall01. Apr 26CHZurichHalle 62203. Apr 26NLDen BoschMainstage04. Apr 26DEEssenGrugahalle05. Apr 26DEFrankfurt am MainJahrhunderthalle07. Apr 26ITMilanAlcatraz08. Apr 26SILjubljanaMedia Center09. Apr 26ATViennaGasometer10. Apr 26DELudwigsburgMHP Arena11. Apr 26DEMunichZenith12. Apr 26CZPragueForum Karlin13. Apr 26HUBudapestBarba Negra15. Apr 26PLWarsawArena Torwar17. Apr 26DEHamburgInselpark Arena18. Apr 26DEBerlinUber Eats Music Hall20. Apr 26LVRigaPalladium Riga21. Apr 26FIHelsinkiBlack Box23. Apr 26SEStockholmAnnexet24. Apr 26NOOsloSentrum Scene25. Apr 26DKCopenhagenPoolen


KRUSHERS OF THE USA TOUR 2026

KREATOR
w/ guests Carcass & Cold Steel
 

07 May 26 - Fort Lauderdale, FL - Revolution Live08 May 26 - Daytona Beach, FL - Welcome to Rockville10 May 26 - Atlanta, GA - The Masquerade11 May 26 - Knoxville, TN - The Mill & Mine12 May 26 - Raleigh, NC - The Ritz14 May 26 - Worcester, MA - Palladium15 May 26 - McKees Rocks, PA - Roxian Theatre16 May 26 - Columbus, OH - Sonic Temple18 May 26 - Davenport, IA - Capitol Theatre19 May 26 - Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue20 May 26 - Chicago, IL - Romova Theatre22 May 26 - Huntington, NY - Paramount23 May 26 - Baltimore, MD - Maryland Deathfest


TICKETS: www.kreator-terrorzone.de

ABOUT KREATOR:

When KREATOR’s earliest incarnation formed under the influence of Kiss and Judas Priest in the early 80’s 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.

Whereas Birmingham spawned Black Sabbath and undoubtedly became the legitimate birthplace of heavy metal, the bands associated with the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal like Iron Maiden, Venom, Saxon pushed the genre with a street-fighting attitude, US artists such as Metallica, Exodus, Slayer, and Swedes Bathory intensified the style even more, and altogether concocted a dangerous brew KREATOR poured down their throats in gallons. For today’s remaining founding members Mille and drummer Jürgen “Ventor” Reil, music was the way out from these dire surroundings, and provided an outlet for the frustration and contempt boiling in their guts. And KREATOR went all in. Naive, chaotic yet utterly determined.

And they left their own mark on heavy metal history, radicalizing thrash and inspiring legions of musicians including Arch Enemy, Cannibal Corpse, Behemoth and Ghost, with Papa Emeritus joining a TV performance of ‘Satan Is Real’ in 2017.
 
Their newest studio album, Krushers Of The World, shows a band that has lost none of its bite kicking off with the rabid aggression of ‘Seven Serpents’. It also tackles Petrozza’s love for horror flicks by paying tribute to Dario Argento’s Suspiria in ‘Tränenpalast’ with extreme metal vocal coach Britta Görtz (Hiraes) adding her own vicious tone over dark yet catchy melodies. And of course, you shall have hefty doses of pure, thrashing aggression as well! ‘Barbarian’, ‘Deathscream’ or ‘Psychotic Imperator’ deliver your fix of merciless riffs, majestic leads by Sami Yli-Sirniö and some of Ventor’s fastest parts ever. Are you looking for powerful mid-tempo sections allowing bassist Frédéric Leclercq to shine? Then the monumental groove of the title track and stunning chorus of ‘Satanic Anarchy’ will have you covered. Rounded off by a triumphant and – no pun intended – krushing 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.
 
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 recognise 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.

There Were Wires Announce "Vessel" + Share "Massive House Fire" Video

THERE WERE WIRES are thrilled to announce their new album Vessel. It's the cult Massachusetts post-hardcore band's first album in 20 years, and they return with a fully realized and evolved sound — rather than a nostalgic throwback.

The album arrives June 26 via Iodine Recordings. Pre-order it here.

The band has also shared the new single "Massive House Fire." Watch the video below.

The track arrives fast and unguarded — a sudden ignition from There Were Wires that settles into a barely controlled burn.
 
"Immediate and merciless, no bullshit," the band states. "Huge riffs and anguished vocals dominate, briefly breaking to expose flickers of vulnerability before the flames close in again. The song is haunted by inevitability, the knowledge that nothing survives intact — 'No one's getting out alive.'"

There Were Wires formed in the late '90s and became a part of Boston's underground hardcore/punk/metal landscape. From tiny basements to big stages, they quickly gained notoriety in New England for their intense and chaotic live shows. Signed to Iodine Records, they released several 7", a self-titled LP, and 2003's Somnambulists EP before abruptly disbanding in 2004.

While the members stepped away into different projects and distant states, the friendship and connections remained. In 2023, There Were Wires reunited for a couple of one-off shows in Cambridge, MA and Providence, RI. What was intended as a single weekend quickly became something more, as the energy of playing together again made clear there was unfinished work.               

Vessel marks the return of There Were Wires after more than two decades, capturing a band reshaped by years, loss, and persistence. From their genesis in Boston as a brash and chaotic hardcore punk band, TWW has morphed into a different beast — older, wiser, and heavier than ever before. The record moves elementally between caustic attack and contemplative restraint, balancing intensity with moments of space and reflection. Themes of fear, grief, and exhaustion surface throughout, shaping a body of work that feels both lived-in and immediate. Vessel holds the accumulated experience of the past, expressed with clarity and purpose.

ABOUT VESSEL:
In 2022, There Were Wires met up to rehearse for a couple upcoming reunion shows. Drummer Ryan Begley, guitarist Thomas Moses, bassist Jebb Riley, and vocalist Jaime Mason were joined by long-time friend and guitarist Joseph Thomas. After dusting off old songs, the group began writing; quietly and without expectations, allowing the material to take shape slowly and naturally. Still endowed with the collaborative DIY spirit of their youth, TWW produced and recorded Vessel themselves over 20 months at a modest home studio. Brief but productive sessions were conducted while the band members were individually experiencing major life events; the weight of which is reflected in the lyrics and evoked in the music. The recording became an opportunity to process outside occurrences in real time: Like examining a gaping wound up close before the stitches commence. 

With the absence of tight deadlines and answering to no one but themselves, the band were able to wander creative paths that financial and time constraints had previously deemed out-of-bounds. Mutual trust and encouragement guided the process, and as a result, a wide array of sonic textures and lyrical themes are present across Vessel’s 10 tracks. New and unexpected elements feel just as "at home" as the still-present assault of guitar/bass/drums/vocals that longtime listeners might expect. 

While their self-titled album ran almost entirely on pure adrenaline and shirt-grabbing emotion, and Somnambulists took risks and hinted at musical growth, Vessel sees TWW ignoring the strictures of genre, and producing their most creative and heartfelt songs to date. Through time, trust, and life experience, There Were Wires have created their most immersive and fully realized work. 

PRESIDENT Have "Mercy" + Share Lyric Video for New Single As First Full U.S. Tour Wraps

Multi-million streaming, UK-based collective PRESIDENT continue to exist at the intersection of heavy music, electronic experimentation, and cinematic atmosphere. Launching in 2025 and operating under the cloak of minimalism and anonymity, PRESIDENT have been cultivating intrigue with each single and live performance. Refusing to conform to the traditional structures of genre or identity, PRESIDENT prioritize intent over image.

PRESIDENT have unveiled the lyric video for new single "MERCY," which arrives at the close of their massive U.S. tour supporting Bad Omens. "MERCY" is all about perfectly executed dynamics — mixing memorable melodies and heavier-than-granite riffs with gritty breakdowns. The result is another unforgettable anthem.

Watch it below. 

About the song, President say, "Throughout history, religion has been tied to profound division and loss. This song is a reflection on that reality, and a way for me to come to terms with what it means on a human level."

More news about future President live rallies will be revealed shortly.

"MERCY" follows "ANGEL WINGS," which arrived in February. Watch the video here. The song was tipped by Rock Sound as "a blend of bubbling synths, spine-tingling melodies and crushing riffs," while Revolver declared that the song "refined their mix of modern metal, pop and electronic music, contorting itself from twitchy programmed beats towards a cavernously djenting boom." Vice stated that President's "style is deeply compelling as it's paired with a refreshingly honest approach to songwriting."

Built to exist outside the noise, PRESIDENT are building something that invites deeper investment — designed to be discovered, not sold. PRESIDENT said it best, telling Revolver in a cover feature that "the music industry has elements of fast fashion to it these days. Things just come and go. Everything's really quick. Everyone's shouting for attention and there's just so much noise, and it just becomes a fucking conveyor belt. [We] wanted to step back and not be a part of that. But if people are interested, and they want to enter into this world, we'll grab them with open arms."

PRESIDENT's debut EP, King of Terrors, was released in fall 2025. Listen here.

THE 69 EYES Announce New EP ‘I Survive’ Set For Release On June 5, 2026 Via BLKIIBLK

Finnish rock band THE 69 EYES is thrilled to announce their new EP ‘I Survive,’ set for release on June 5, 2026 via BLKIIBLK. To celebrate the announcement, the band shares a cover of the timeless Thin Lizzy hit “Cold Sweat.”

 

After touring Europe earlier this year with D-A-D on the Cowpunks & Glampires tour and continuing with shows in Finland, the new single is a fresh-sounding and hard-rocking take on the song, originally released in 1983.

 

THE 69 EYES version is produced by Erno Laitinen and mixed by Barry Pointer (Ozzy Osbourne, Mötley Crüe). The video for the song was filmed in January during the band's recent European tour. It features a cameo by Portuguese goth legend Fernando Ribeiro from Moonspell.

Vocalist Jyrki 69 comments:

“A friend of mine sent me our demo of 'Cold Sweat' from over ten years ago and asked why we never released it. After hearing the demo, Gabi Hakanen, head of Vallila Music House, said this is exactly THE 69 EYES at their best. Rock for the radio! Every respectable rock band also covers Thin Lizzy at some point, so now that is done as well.”

The band will continue touring in Finland until early April, after which they will return to the rest of Europe. See the updated tour dates HERE.

Watch the Official Video for "Cold Sweat" Below:

Once you’ve survived the 80’s rock scene, you become unstoppable - and THE 69 EYES are living proof. Formed in Helsinki in 1989 and still going strong with the same line-up some four decades later, the Helsinki Vampires have earned their legendary status.

 

In a world with fewer and fewer true believers in leather jackets, midnight sunglasses, and low-slung guitars, THE 69 EYES keep the Johnny Thunders flame burning like an endless sleazy club night back in the days.

 

Their biggest hit, “Lost Boys” from 2005, was made into an iconic music video by MTV's Jackass star and skater Bam Margera and remains on annual Halloween rock playlists.

 

One foot on glam, another one on goth, THE 69 EYES have released thirteen albums, reaching gold and platinum and a mainstream status in their native Finland, where they are signed to Gabi Hakanen’s Vallila Music House. Their previous studio album, ‘Death Of Darkness,’ was released in 2023, and they have been touring without any notable breaks all over the world for the last twenty years.

 

Vocals, a lead and a rhythm guitar, a bass, and drums are the classic rock band line-up. THE 69 EYES have that magic on stage that is needed for these elements to carry on beyond the rock'n'roll dreams, theirs and their cult following.

Pre-Order 'I Survive' HERE

THE 69 EYES are:

Jyrki 69 – Vocals

Bazie – Guitar, Backing Vocals

Timo-Timo – Guitar

Archzie – Bass, Backing Vocals

Jussi 69 – Drums

Eva Under Fire Announce New Album "Villainous" + Share Video for Title Track ( Feat. Maria Brink)

Listening to EVA UNDER FIRE is quite literally hard rock therapy, turning scars and demons into anthems of inner strength. As a licensed therapist and singer-songwriter, Amanda Lyberg blends emotional insight with powerful songwriting, delivering lyrics and performances that connect deeply and hit listeners right in the feels.

The Detroit quintet announces the July 10 release of its new album VILLAINOUS via Better Noise Music. It follows their 2022-released debut,Love, Drugs & Misery. Pre-order it here. 

To herald the news, Eva Under Fire have also shared the video for the title track and first radio single, both of which feature In This Moment's Maria Brink. 

Listen to the song here. Watch the video below:

The track is laced with crunchy industrial elements that defined late '90s and early '00s-era rock, but Eva Under Fire add a modern punch with the dual-female vocal interplay between Lyberg and Brink. 

"They thought I would always be compliant, but they pushed me too far," declares a defiant Lyberg about the song's deeper meaning. "I make my own rules now. Standing up for myself, owning my truth leaves me looking like a villain to those I have left behind."

Regarding the collaboration with Brink, Lyberg enthuses, "I've been a Maria Brink fan for years so this is a full-circle moment! Her vocal on this track gives it the energy it needed. I honestly can't think of a better feature given the song's message. Two fierce women's voices on a hard rock song about taking your power back? A match made in villainy for sure."

Brink weighs in, as well, saying, "I am excited to be a part of the new Eva Under Fire track 'Villainous.' When I first heard the song and saw the video, I knew right away I wanted to be involved. I can't wait for everyone to experience both the music and the visuals."

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month (May), and in honor of the themes explored on Eva Under Fire's new album, the band has added a "DONATE" button to the "Villainous" video released today. By clicking the button, fans can directly donate to To Write Love On Her Arms — a non-profit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. TWLOHA exists to encourage, inform, inspire, and invest directly into treatment and recovery.

"I'm excited to give back to an awesome organization actually doing the work," Lyberg offers about the decision to partner with To Write Love On Her Arms. "TWLOHA describes themselves as a non-profit dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, and self-injury. Those are the same demons being fought in the 'Villainous' music video so it's honestly a perfect fit." This fundraiser will be active through the end of May.

2026 will find Eva Under Fire on tour for most of the year so opportunities to see the band command the stage will be plentiful. The band spent the winter laying waste to venues alongside Jeris Johnson and Butcher Babies. They will return to the road this summer, serving as support for Five Finger Death Punch's 20th Anniversary World Tour 2026.

All forthcoming dates are below.

EVA UNDER FIRE LIVE:
WITH FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH AND CODY JINKS:
7/20 — Camden, NJ — Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
7/22 — Bangor, ME — Maine Savings Amphitheater
7/23 — Saratoga Springs, NY — Saratoga Performing Arts Center
7/25 — Hershey, PA — Hersheypark Stadium
7/26 — Syracuse, NY — Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview
7/28 — Gilford, NH — BankNH Pavilion
7/30 — Mansfield, MA — Xfinity Center
8/1 — Montreal, QC — Centre Bell
8/2 — Toronto, ON — RBC Amphitheatre
8/4 — Wantagh, NY — Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
8/5 — Holmdel, NJ — PNC Bank Arts Center
8/7 — Burgettstown, PA — The Pavilion at Star Lake
8/8 — Noblesville, IN — Ruoff Music Center
8/10 — Cincinnati, OH — Riverbend Music Center
8/11 — Cuyahoga Falls, OH — Blossom Music Center
8/13 — Milwaukee, WI — American Family Insurance Amphitheater
8/15 — Grand Rapids, MI — Acrisure Amphitheater
8/16 — Clarkston, MI — Pine Knob Music Theatre
8/18 — Shakopee, MN — Mystic Lake Amphitheater
8/19 — Tinley Park, IL — Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
8/21 — St. Louis, MO — Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
9/8 — Morrison, CO — Red Rocks Amphitheatre
9/11 — Auburn, WA — White River Amphitheatre
9/12 — Ridgefield, WA — Cascades Amphitheater
9/14 — Wheatland, CA — Toyota Amphitheatre
9/16 — Mountain View, CA — Shoreline Amphitheatre
9/18 — Long Beach, CA — Long Beach Amphitheater
9/19 — Las Vegas, NV — Michelob ULTRA Arena
9/22 — Salt Lake City, UT — Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
9/24 — Phoenix, AZ — Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre*
9/25 — Albuquerque, NM — Isleta Amphitheater*
9/27 — Houston, TX — Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
9/28 — Austin, TX — Germania Insurance Amphitheater
9/30 — Fort Worth, TX — Dickies Arena
10/2 — Rogers, AR — Walmart AMP
10/3 — Kansas City, MO — Morton Amphitheater
10/5 — Biloxi, MS — Mississippi Coast Coliseum
10/7 — Huntsville, AL — Orion Amphitheater
10/8 — Franklin, TN — FirstBank Amphitheater
10/10 — Tampa, FL — MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
10/11 — West Palm Beach, FL — iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
10/13 — Alpharetta, GA — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
10/14 — Raleigh, NC — Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
10/16 — Charlotte, NC — Truliant Amphitheater
10/17 — Virginia Beach, VA — Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach
10/19 — Greenville, SC — Bon Secours Wellness Arena
10/21 — Columbus, OH — Nationwide Arena
10/23 — Bristow, VA — Jiffy Lube Live
*No Cody Jinks

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ENSLAVED Reveal Sea Shanties 'Fire Marengo' And 'Anna Lovinda'

Norwegian progressive trailblazers Enslaved are honoured to reveal their latest creation - two unique recordings of sea shanties, made in collaboration with the Storm Weather Shanty Choir, who hail from Bergen, Norway's great sailing ship the Statsraad Lehmkuhl.


The shanties are titled 'Fire Marengo' and 'Anna Lovinda'. 'Fire Marengo' is a traditional shanty, whilst 'Anna Lovinda' was written by the late sailor and Norwegian cultural figure Erik Bye.

Enslavedexplained the collaboration:

"Enslaved was formed on the western edge of Norway, where mountains fall into the sea and history is carried by wind and tide. Bergen is not simply a coastal city; it is a threshold — between land and ocean, between myth and lived experience. The sea is not scenery here. It is memory, labour, departure and return.

Among the most powerful living symbols of this heritage is Statsraad Lehmkuhl, the great Bergen tall ship that still sails the world’s oceans. Around this vessel lives and breathes the shanty tradition — songs born of rhythm, rope, salt, and collective effort. From this environment emerged Storm Weather Shanty Choir.

Our connection to the ship began in 2014, when the Tall Ships Races concluded in Bergen. We were invited to compose and perform a commissioned piece on the deck of Statsraad Lehmkuhl. Metal echoed across the harbour that evening — a meeting of ancient wind-powered technology and modern amplified ritual. It felt less like contrast and more like continuity.

Since then, a friendship has grown — particularly with Haakon Vatle, director of the ship’s foundation and one of Norway’s most devoted custodians of the shanty tradition. He often remarks that sailors were the first metalheads — people who faced elemental forces daily and answered them with song. There is truth in that. Shanties were not entertainment; they were functional incantations — rhythm as survival.

In November 2025, during the choir’s 20th anniversary concert in Bergen, we joined forces on the traditional “Fire Marengo” and the Norwegian shanty “Anna Lovinda,” written by the late sailor and cultural figure Erik Bye. The collaboration felt less like fusion and more like recognition — two expressions of the same coastal inheritance meeting at the centre.

After the performance, it was clear that this convergence should not remain ephemeral. We met again in early 2026 to record the material — not as novelty, but as continuation

Because at the centre — at mið — we find not isolation, but shared origin. Wind, rhythm, voice. The same pulse that once moved sails now moves amplifiers. The same call-and-response that coordinated labour now shapes modern ritual.

The sea remembers. And so do we."

Stream the tracks here: https://enslaved.bfan.link/shanty-songs
Watch the visualizer for 'Fire Marengo' below:

Never faltering, Norway’s iconic Enslaved continue to exist as one of the most original and dependable components in our scene's indestructible backbone. Possessing the reputation as one of the most riveting live acts around, they never fail to offer us talent of the highest calibre, always doing justice to their signature black/progressive sound. Enslaved was formed in 1991 by Ivar Bjørnson and Grutle Kjellson, releasing their first demo Yggdrasill in the summer of 1992, their legendary mini-album Hordanes Land coming out in 1993, and with their debut full-length Vikingligr Veldi arriving in the spring of 1994.

Enslaved are a band in stellar form - a band at its most existentialist and self-conscious, proud Bergeners bearing the torch of their hometown’s extraordinary musical history. Their most recent material shows Enslaved at their most unleashed and thought-through - a lethal combination unfurling a potential that’s easily rekindling the furor of their early works while dancing gracefully through their most ambitious, most haunting and most musical tunes yet. A contradiction? Life itself is a contradiction. And yet we all live to prove it wrong.

Enslaved are:
Ivar Bjørnson | guitars 
Grutle Kjellson | vocals
Arve 'Ice Dale' Isdal | guitar
Håkon Vinje | keyboards, clean vocals
Iver Sandøy | drums

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POWER PALADIN Release New Album Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment And Share "The Arcane Tower" Music Video Feat. Tommy Johansson (MAJESTICA)!

Icelandic heavy metal outfit POWER PALADIN have released their highly anticipated new album Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment  via ROAR – A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music.

In celebration of the release, the band have just unveiled a new music video for the track “The Arcane Tower”, featuring a guest appearance by Tommy Johansson of MAJESTICA. The clip offers a behind-the-scenes look into the studio recording process, interwoven with performance footage that captures the band’s dynamic energy.

POWER PALADIN vocalist Atli Guðlaugsson describes the song as “a high octane banger featuring none other than Tommy Johansson from Majestica. Full of epic orchestrals, choirs and drama, this song details the exploration of the mysterious arcane tower and its inhabitants.”

The video clip below:

With their new offering Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment, POWER PALADIN take the next step in their musical journey. The album features eight epic tracks, each unfolding like a chapter in a sweeping saga of power, mystery and adventure. 
 
Building on the success of their debut With the Magic of Windfyre Steel, the band delivers a more mature and refined sound while fully retaining the energy and spirit that defined their early days. The album was mixed by Haukur Hannes (AUÐN, DYNFARI) and mastered by Frank de Jong (BLEEDING GODS), resulting in a production that is both powerful and crystal clear.

Once again, POWER PALADIN pay homage to their influences - IRON MAIDEN, DIO and HELLOWEEN - while confidently carving out their own place in the modern power metal landscape. The album artwork, created by James Child (Astral Clock Tower Studios), perfectly captures the adventurous and fantastical essence of the record, that promises to be a bold and immersive next chapter for POWER PALADIN!

Order Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment here:

https://powerpaladin.rpm.link/enchantmentPR

About POWER PALADIN
Formed in Iceland, POWER PALADIN emerged from a shared passion for classic heavy metal, soaring melodies and fantasy-driven storytelling. Since their inception, the band has blended the spirit of traditional power metal with the raw edge of NWOBHM influences, forging a sound that feels both nostalgic and fresh.

Their debut album With the Magic of Windfyre Steel quickly established POWER PALADIN as a rising force in the international power metal scene. With Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment, the band further expands their musical and lyrical universe, proving their dedication to epic songwriting, strong hooks and timeless metal values.
 

POWER PALADIN is:
Atli Guðlaugsson (vocals)
Bjarni Þór Jóhannsson (guitars)
Ingi Þórisson (guitars)
Einar Karl Júlíusson (drums) 
Bjarni Egill Ögmundsson (keyboards) 
Kristleifur Þorsteinsson (bass)


More on POWER PALADIN:
Website: https://www.powerpaladin.is/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/powerpaladinice 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/powerpaladinice/ 
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@powerpaladin 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PowerPaladinOfficial

WSTR - Live Laugh Toaster Bath (New Single)

WSTR are back with their explosive new single "Live Laugh Toaster Bath" — a high-energy anthem packed with razor-sharp hooks, punchy guitars, and the signature attitude fans have come to love.

Blending sarcastic humor with massive choruses, the track captures WSTR at their most infectious and unapologetic. "Live Laugh Toaster Bath" is the first taste of what's to come and signals a bold new chapter for the band.

If you like big pop-punk hooks, chaotic energy, and songs that don’t take themselves too seriously, this one’s for you.

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LIFE OR DEATH

Of Virtue Declare War On New Track "The Art Of Love"

Michigan metalcore outfit, Of Virtue, have torn open a new would, as they've released their brand new single, "The Art Of Love", via Arising Empire. Following the explosive reception to their previous single, "Death Of The Altar", today's brand new single arrives as Of Virtue's latest chapter in an already commanding year, building on the world they established on their 2023 record, "OMEN", which has amassed an impressive 65 million streams since its release. Fans can listen to the new single Below.

Where "Death Of The Altar" turned addiction and self-destruction inward, "The Art Of Love" widens the lens, zeroing in on the quiet, yet deafening, devastation of a connection that consumes more than it gives. Co-written alongside Lee Albrecht (Bilmuri, The Devil Wears Prada, etc) and Evan McKeever (Starset, Koe Wetzel, etc), "The Art Of Love" and "Death Of The Altar" continue the band's ongoing focus on the emotional and relational toll that addiction, mental health, and the stigma surrounding both leave in their wake.

Of Virtue have never shied away from the harder truths, and "The Art Of Love" exposes the way that love can become its own kind of war of attrition, one fought in silences, sacrifices, and the slow erosion of your core.

On reckoning with everything that love can cost you, vocalist and guitarist Damon Tate shares:

"Sometimes you have songs that embody more of the existential problems we have in the world and other times, you just need that blunt force reminder that we all go through a lot of the same things. Toxicity in relationships will exist until the end of time - scorned lovers that are navigating their own character growth while refusing to let go or move on from abusive situations.

Love is one of the most powerful and complex emotions we can experience in our lives. The right person makes you levitate above the clouds and can also make you feel like you're living in a nightmare every day. This song brings our self worth, value and how we accept/show that love to ourselves and others into question."

Harnessing the potent fusion of powerful melodies and emotionally charged lyrics, Of Virtue maintain a steadfast commitment to authenticity, consistently redefining the genre while staying true to their artistic essence. Beloved across 35 countries and having performed at multiple Danny Wimmer festivals, Upheaval, Full Force, Summer Breeze, and Pulp Summer Slamamongst many others, it's no surprise that they've shared stages with bands such as Slipknot, Bad Omens, Nothing More, and Three Days Grace. Beyond their musical prowess, the metal powerhouse also serve as passionate mental health advocates on and off stage. Often seen using their platform to raise awareness and openly discuss these vital issues, Of Virtue have become a source of hope and inspiration for countless fans facing similar challenges.

Carrying forward the spirit of their 2023 record, "Omen", Of Virtue continue to champion vulnerability, community, and the belief that no one is defined solely by their worst decisions. With "Death Of The Altar" and "The Art Of Love" standing as the next chapter, the band further their evolution with a fearless, unflinching look at what it means to reclaim your life, even when it means burning down everything that once felt familiar.

Be sure to stay tuned for more Of Virtue news coming very soon.

Photo Credit: Alexander Bemis

ABOUT OF VIRTUE

In the face of omnipresent change, OF VIRTUE has never wavered, forging a legacy that stands as a testament to the power of reinvention and a refusal to surrender. Since the band’s inception, their music – a punishing-yet-melodic mix of hard rock, metal, and alternative – has mirrored that ambition: unexpected and ever-shifting, always rooted in raw emotion. 

That restless spirit is fully realized on “DEATH OF THE ALTAR,” the band’s new single and first release since 2023’s Omen. Built on jackhammer riffs, skittering industrial electronics, and ethereal production, the track surges from claustrophobic tension into a widescreen, soaring chorus showcasing contrasting vocal styles of Tyler Ennis and Damon Tate – equal parts soulful and caustic. The shift lands like the split second before impact, amplifying the song’s central theme: confronting the moment when devotion turns into self-destruction.

The track arrives as the first glimpse of the band’s forthcoming fourth album and follows a period of rapid ascent: 2023’s Omen propelled the Michigan-based act to more than 65M streams, 4M YouTube views, and tours and festival appearances alongside Slipknot, Gojira, Bad Omens, The Used, and Three Days Grace, yet their momentum has always been fueled by more than accolades. Drawing inspiration from their diverse ethnic backgrounds (Chinese, Vietnamese, Mexican, Black, and Irish heritage), Of Virtue finds strength from these distinct perspectives, shaping their chemistry, songwriting and shared sense of purpose.

Finnish Doom Metal Act GRAIN OF PAIN Celebrates Album Release of "Behind Us All" with New Lyric Video for "Ruins of the Heart"!

Finnish doom metal act GRAIN OF PAIN celebrates the release of their highly anticipated new album "Behind Us All", out now via Noble Demon. To mark the occasion, the band has unveiled a haunting lyric video for the track "Ruins of the Heart".

Mastermind Timo Solonen reflects on the song’s meaning: "There is always someone who wants to lead and use religion or anything to rule others. Do we learn from history or do we repeat the same mistakes over and over again? Is that really what our hearts really want? Do we want to be ruled by someone so we don’t have to make choices? Juho’s solo captures perfectly the meaning of the song and the melody in the end haunts you forever."

Watch the video Below:

Stream the single HERE

With "Behind Us All", GRAIN OF PAIN takes their signature blend of doom and death metal to new emotional depths. Combining crushing heaviness with melodic intensity and a dark, immersive atmosphere, the album showcases a refined and powerful sound that resonates long after the final note fades.

Hailing from Finland, GRAIN OF PAIN is driven by Timo Solonen, who is responsible for songwriting, guitars, and vocals. On bass and clean vocals, Lars Eikind (Before The Dawn) adds a distinct melodic dimension to the band’s sound, further elevating the dynamic range of the compositions.

The album also features renowned musicians Juho Räihä (guitars, additional screams) and Juuso Raatikainen (drums), both known for their work with Swallow the Sun.

"Behind Us All" was produced, recorded, mixed, and mastered by Juho Räihä at SoundSpiral Audio, ensuring a cohesive and powerful sonic experience throughout.

Following their signing with German metal label Noble Demon in 2024 for their debut album "The Moon Lights The Way", GRAIN OF PAIN now raises the stakes with their sophomore full-length release. "Behind Us All" stands as a testament to the band’s evolution, delivering a deeply atmospheric and emotionally charged listening experience.

Swedish Punk Rockers DEVIL'S CIGARETTE Release New Album 'Meet Me On The Floor Tonight!' Out Now via Wild Kingdom / Sound Pollution

Stockholm’s own DEVIL’S CIGARETTE, one of the most talked-about new acts on Sweden’s rising rock scene, are proud to release their new album, 'Meet Me On The Floor Tonight!,' out now via Wild Kingdom / Sound Pollution. To celebrate, the band also shares the title track, alongside an official music video, available below.

DEVIL’S CIGARETTE delivers a sharp, modern take on rock with commanding choruses, searing guitars, and driving rhythms. Their new single and video for “Meet Me On The Floor Tonight” captures the band’s attitude, urgency, and unmistakable identity.

Directed in true DIY spirit by band members Miles Martin and Lucas Kinnari, the video highlights the central role of the song itself — the heart of everything the band creates.

While rooted in garage rock grit, DEVIL’S CIGARETTE represents a new generation. Their youthful energy and evolving sound push the genre forward with clarity, maturity, and dynamic force. ‘Meet Me On The Floor Tonight’ marks a defining step in that progression.

On stage, the band delivers explosive, confident performances that have made them a standout presence in Stockholm’s underground scene — intense, visceral, and impossible to forget.

“We want every show to feel like a party — an explosion of energy where the audience is just as much a part of the experience as we are,” the band states.

Watch the Music Video for "Meet Me On The Floor Tonight" Below":

Since forming in Stockholm in 2023, DEVIL’S CIGARETTE have rapidly built a reputation as a band to watch. Their explosive live shows, relentless energy and ability to cut through the noise have taken them from cramped basement venues to becoming one of the most buzzed about names in Sweden’s new wave of rock.

With “I'm Bored” leading the way and ‘Meet Me On The Floor Tonight!’ on the horizon, DEVIL’S CIGARETTE are poised to take their next major step. Their blend of raw musical force, magnetic stage presence and fearless ambition positions them as one of Sweden’s most exciting emerging exports.

DEVIL’S CIGARETTE aren’t just the next big thing in Swedish rock. They’ve already arrived, and they refuse to be ignored.

Order 'Meet Me On The Floor Tonight!' HERE

CHEZ KANE Releases New Album 'Reckless' — Out Now via Frontiers Music Srl

CHEZ KANE is thrilled to release her new studio album, 'Reckless,' out now via Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate the release, CHEZ also shares her new single, "Too Dangerous," alongside an official visualizer, available below.

CHEZ comments:

“'Too Dangerous' lives in that space between warning signs and temptation - it captures the tension at the heart of 'Reckless,' where you know better, but it feels too good to resist.”

Talking about the record, CHEZ said:

“Finally, I can tell you! The official announcement of my third album, 'Reckless', is here! My last album, 'Powerzone,' dropped in 2022, and I’ve grown a lot since then. This time around, I got hands-on and collaborated on some writing. I pushed myself hard to make something that’s bigger, bolder, and yeah… sexy as hell.

“Massive thank you to Danny Rexon once again for being incredible to work with. Creating this with you was magic”, she added. “I can't wait for you guys to hear what we’ve made!”

Watch the Visualizer for “Too Dangerous" Below:

CHEZ KANE is back with her third studio album, 'Reckless' - an explosive blend of arena-ready hooks, slick guitar work, and unapologetic 80s-style swagger. Following the success of her first two records, CHEZ levels up with a collection that’s bigger in sound, richer in emotion, and packed with pure melodic firepower.

Once again, written and produced by Danny Rexon, frontman of Swedish hard rockers Crazy Lixx, 'Reckless' channels the golden age of melodic rock while injecting it with fresh energy and modern production.

The chemistry between CHEZ and Danny continues to shine, resulting in a record that blends 80s-inspired anthems, infectious hooks, and soaring vocals into a modern rock statement with attitude.

From glam-infused bangers to emotional slow-burners, 'Reckless' showcases CHEZ’s growing confidence and undeniable charisma, proving she’s not just riding the revival wave - she’s leading it.

If you’re craving fist-pumping choruses, soaring vocals, and a no-holds-barred throwback to the glory days of rock, look no further. CHEZ KANE’s 'Reckless' is melodic rock done right - bold, catchy, and undeniably alive.

Turn it up loud. This one’s recklessly unforgettable!

Order 'Reckless' HERE

August Burns Red Announce "Season of Surrender" Out 6/5 + Share "The Nameless" Lyric Video

August Burns Red — Jake Luhrs (vocals); JB Brubaker (guitar); Brent Rambler (guitar); Dustin Davidson (bass); and Matt Grenier (drums) — need no introduction. For over two decades, the Lancaster, Pennsylvania-based act has been crafting its own unique brand of metalcore that has established ABR as one of the foremost acts in the genre. Their career milestones speak for themselves: Multiple placements in the top 10 on the Billboard Top 200; tours with everyone from Bullet For My Valentine to A Day To Remember; and an accumulation of 600 million streams.

However, the band — nominated for Best Metal Performance Grammys in 2016 for the song "Identity" and again for "Invisible Enemy" in 2018 — has never stopped pushing the limits of their sound. 

And that fact has never been more prevalent than on their forthcoming new album SEASON OF SURRENDER, which will arrive on June 5 via Fearless Records, the label to which they recently returned. Pre-order it here.

ABR have also just shared the lyric video for new single "The Nameless." Watch and listen below.

“The Nameless" accomplishes more in under three minutes than most heavy bands do over the course of an entire album. The track boasts the band's signature complex rhythm section, alongside dark and moody guitars, with an unrelenting vocal assault. This song is ABR stripped down to the absolute core of their sound: Intricate, crushing, and ferocious.

"'The Nameless' is a hard-hitting, heavy bruiser that doesn't let up for one moment," states Davidson. "It combines classic ABR elements with dark moody technical rhythms, and fast paced vocals to keep the intensity up for the full three minutes of the track. To me it showcases our roots of where we've come from, and the future path of where we're heading."

Luhrs follows, "Lyrically, 'The Nameless' is a song about not wasting your life away for the sake of acceptance and comfortability. Sometimes it takes detaching from what you’ve been told, or from the beliefs you are no longer aligned with, in order to face your own weaknesses. In doing so you can break free to live a life you are proud of.” 

Season of Surrender features guest appearances from The Devil Wears Prada's Mike Hranica, Polaris' Jamie Hails, and Make Them Suffer.

ABR will hit the road on a co-headline run with The Amity Affliction this Spring, kicking off on April 10 in Worcester. All dates for the Spring Horizons tour are below.

AUGUST BURNS RED + THE AMITY AFFLICTION ON TOUR:
WITH BOUNDARIES + HEAVENSGATE:
4/10 — Worcester, MA — The Palladium*
4/11 — New Haven, CT — College Street Music Hall*
4/12 — Pittsburgh, PA — Stage AE
4/14 — Charlotte, NC — The Fillmore
4/15 — Atlanta, GA — Tabernacle
4/16 — Orlando, FL — House of Blues
4/18 — New Orleans, LA — The Fillmore
4/19 — Dallas, TX — The Bomb Factory
4/21 — Houston, TX — House of Blues
4/22 — San Antonio, TX — Vibes Event Center (Outdoors)
4/24 — Phoenix, AZ — The Marquee
4/25 — San Diego, CA — Soma
4/26 — Anaheim, CA — House of Blues
4/28 — Sacramento, CA — Channel 24
4/29 — Garden City, ID — Revolution Concert House
5/1 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Union Event Center
5/2 — Denver, CO — The Fillmore
5/3 — Omaha, NE — The Astro Theater
5/5 — Minneapolis, MN — The Fillmore
5/6 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave
5/8 — Chicago, IL — Riviera Theatre
5/9 — Royal Oak, MI — Royal Oak Music Theatre
5/10 — Toronto, ON — History
5/12 — Montreal, QC — Mtelus
5/13 — Brooklyn, NY — Brooklyn Paramount
5/15 — Baltimore, MD — Nevermore Hall
5/16 — Columbus, OH — Sonic Temple**
5/17 — Philadelphia, PA — The Fillmore
*With Dreamwake, no Heavensgate
**Festival Date (ABR + TAA Only)

Black Metal Legends Winterfylleth Release Title Track + New Album "The Unyielding Season"

With the release of their ninth album, The Unyielding Season, out now via Napalm Records, UK's black metal legends WINTERFYLLETH unleash the title track as the third single. "The Unyielding Season" captures the overarching theme of the album: The song is a reflection of the current state of the world wrapped in raging, yet refined atmospheric black metal, guiding the way to a worthy follow up to 2024's celebrated predecessor The Imperious Horizon.

WINTERFYLLETH's ninth album is a social commentary wrapped in meticulously crafted poetry and prose. Where the preceding album described an ominous, malevolent force, lurking in the distance, The Unyielding Season now explores said threat becoming a reality.

Chris Naughton on "The Unyielding Season":
"'The Unyielding Season' – the song that puts music and emotion to the album concept as a whole. A beautiful, haunting and reflective track that tries to capture the weight and gravity of the current social circumstances we are living through in the world. It shares its concept with that of the wider album, and essentially tries to be a voice of the people against the tide of pressures in the world."

Watch the visualizer video for "The Unyielding Season" BELOW !

WINTERFYLLETH about the new album:
"2026 marks a year of big changes for WINTERFYLLETH! A new label, a new member, a new album, and the landmark of 20 years making music together. We are enthused by what this new chapter will bring, and as a result, we are now able to share our ninth album, The Unyielding Season, with the world. It is also a powerful and virulent first output, through which we seal our new collaboration with Napalm Records.

In many ways, the new album is a reflection on — and a rebellion against — the turmoil's and fears that are tearing the lives of many individuals apart. It is a cry against the unsustainable & constant weight of malevolence and pressure being pushed into the world by agents of an un-resting and unyielding force for evil. We hope the album resonates with you, stirs your soul, and gives you a source for hope. But, we also hope it makes you ask questions of your own circumstances and gives you pause to consider the unnerving state of the world we all share."

Order your copy of The Unyielding Season NOW!

WINTERFYLLETH ARE:
Chris Naughton – Vocals, Guitars
Simon Lucas – Drums
Mark Doyle – Bass, Backing Vocals
Mark Deeks – Keyboard, Synth, Backing Vocals
Russell Dobson – Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals

Future Palace Drop "Supernova" Video

Germany's FUTURE PALACE are thrilled to share the video for their dynamically different new single "SUPERNOVA." Watch it below.

Once again, the band proves that post-hardcore is not a label with limits but a space full of creative possibilities with this track. The band took some sonic chances and the result is nothing short of stunning.

"Musically, 'Supernova' was an experiment," explains guitarist Manuel Kohlert. "Writing the track started with an angelic voice sample that was heavily glitched with a program. The upbeat feeling and intensity breaks unusually, not into a heavy part but into an acoustic guitar bridge with sing-along type vocals. The outro features a groovy breakdown that closes the track with lots of energy. Compared to other Future Palace tracks, this one feels unusual at first, yet there still is a catchy chorus as most of the times."

Singer Maria Lessing concurs, saying, "'Supernova' is a really special and different song for us. Already, the instrumental had a very experimental energy when I listened to it for the first time, and I decided to lean even more into this energy while writing the vocals."

Pulling back the curtain on the powerful and relatable subject matter, Lessing continues, "Lyrically, the song talks about humans that act so heartless that they lose their human form and turn into a 'homunculus.' The world is currently in a very brutal state and it's hard to find hope in humanity a lot of times. It's hard to understand how so much anger and lack of empathy can be inside someone. The song is supposed to convey this really unsettling feeling and unhuman energy. Also the struggle of finding hope and being scared of losing that last spark of it."

Future Palace, whose lineup is rounded out by drummer Johannes Früchtenicht, embody the emotional highs and lows of human life through a constantly shifting artistic lens. Their songs delve deep into internal struggles and shed light on issues surrounding mental health, topics that remain far too stigmatized in modern society. Over the past years, Future Palace have become one of Europe's most exciting alternative metal acts, propelled by their intense live energy and a constantly growing international fanbase. Their recent North American tour marked their first major venture across the Atlantic, earning widespread praise and further expanding their global reach. In Europe, their latest headline tour set new milestones with numerous sold-out and upgraded shows across the continent. With a rapidly growing catalogue, rising streaming numbers, and a global fan community, Future Palace are entering their most ambitious era yet. 

Future Palace will spend the bulk of 2026 touring, with festival appearances and a fall tour on deck. All dates are below, including a return to the U.S. to appear at the Louder Than Life Festival in Louisville in September.

FUTURE PALACE ARE:
Maria Lessing — Vocals
Manuel Kohlert — Guitar
Johannes  Früchtenicht — Drums

BRANTLEY GILBERT HEATS UP COUNTRY RADIO WITH “GOOD DAMN”

Multi-Platinum trailblazer Brantley Gilbert returns to Country radio with “GOOD DAMN,” his first single with BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville on Wheelhouse Records. A simmering throwback that nods to the swagger and storytelling of his early days, the track finds Gilbert leaning into the style that first defined his sound. Following an exclusive world premiere yesterday on Country radio, “GOOD DAMN” is now available on all streaming platforms. Listen to “GOOD DAMN” Below.
 
Written by Gilbert alongside Brock Berryhill, HARDY and Taylor Phillips, and produced by Gilbert and Berryhill, “GOOD DAMN” is inspired by the real-life twists in his love story with his wife of 11 years and captures the tension of running into the one who got away and realizing the spark never disappeared.
 
“This song hits close to home for me,” shares Gilbert. “It’s about a second chance and being honest in the moment. You see someone you’ve got a past with and realize there’s still something there. Instead of overthinking it, you shoot your shot.”
 
“GOOD DAMN” offers a first look at what’s to come as he works on his highly anticipated eighth studio album. With a career built on chart-topping hits and deeply personal storytelling, Gilbert continues to evolve while staying rooted in the honesty and grit that has defined his music from the start.
 
The Georgia native is set to embark on festival dates this spring and summer, with additional tour dates through the fall to be announced. For more information, visit BrantleyGilbert.com.

About Brantley Gilbert
Multi-Platinum trailblazer Brantley Gilbert turns up the heat with “GOOD DAMN,” his first single with BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville on Wheelhouse Records, available now. A simmering, sexy throwback that nods to the swagger and storytelling of his early days and inspired by the real-life twists in his love story with his wife of 11 years, the song captures the tension of running into the one who got away and realizing the spark never left. Unmistakably BG, “GOOD DAMN” is proof that some flames never fade. An era-defining artist forever bonded to his fans, Gilbert’s been mining the timeless values of hard-working dedication, high-octane thrills and humble faith since his 2009 debut, A Modern Day Prodigal Son, creating a chart-topping grit-and-grace fusion which helped set the stage for today’s genre-blending format. With his dedicated BG Nation behind him, the performer-songwriter has racked up more than 8.3 BILLION career streams, boasting back-to-back Platinum albums and seven No. 1 hits including the RIAA 7x Platinum “Bottoms Up;” 2x Platinum “Country Must Be Country Wide;” 2x Platinum “You Don’t Know Her Like I Do;” 2x Platinum “One Hell of An Amen;” and the Platinum-certified “What Happens In A Small Town” with Lindsay Ell. Possessing a can’t-fake-it quality of fierce independence, the ACM, CMA and AMA award winner has toured alongside everyone from Willie Nelson and Toby Keith to Kenny Chesney, Nickelback and more.
 

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ALISON NICHOLS HAS “BOX WINE PROBLEMS” BUT HAVING A GOOD TIME AIN’T ONE – OUT NOW

Alison Nichols releases her first original song through BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville with “Box Wine Problems,” a release that skips the explanations and gets straight to the good part. Written by Nichols alongside Sherrie Austin and Will Rambeaux and produced by Rambeaux and Ilya Toshinskiy, the song moves with loose rules, open pours, and a total lack of concern for how things are supposed to go. It does not ask permission and it does not clean up the mess. It just expects you to keep up the good times among the inebriated havoc. Listen HERE.

From the opening chorus, “Box Wine Problems” makes one thing clear. Everything might be going wrong, but nobody is leaving. The wine is cheap, the cups are plastic, someone is crying, someone is lying, someone is fully passed out, and somehow this is still the night you would not trade for anything. Nichols sings it straight, letting the chaos speak for itself and leaning into the idea that fun does not require order, answers, or a plan.

“This song is about letting go of the idea that the night has to make sense,” says Nichols. “You stop trying to fix it, stop trying to control it, and just let it be what it is. That is usually when it gets really good.”

Watch the official "Box Wine Problems" music video below:

Sonically, the track mirrors that energy. It opens with a stripped-down chorus and no percussion, creating a raw, unfiltered entry before the rhythm kicks in. Classic Southern slide guitar runs through the track, adding grit and movement, and the song closes with a full-room sing-along featuring friends in the studio, capturing the sound of a night that has grown louder, looser, and more crowded as it goes.

The moment behind the song is just as fitting. Nichols wrote “Box Wine Problems” the day she officially signed her record deal, turning a celebration with Austin and Rambeaux into a spontaneous writing session that matched the mood of the occasion.

Following the response to her release of “John Deere Green,” Nichols moves further into her own lane with “Box Wine Problems.” It introduces an artist who understands that sometimes the best nights are not the ones you plan, but the ones you stop overthinking and stay for anyway.

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Post-punk legends Jah Wobble & Jon Klein release ‘Automated Paradise' album

Jah Wobble (Public Image Ltd) and guitarist Jon Klein (Siouxsie & The Banshees, Specimen) have released their 'Automated Paradise' album, their third collaborative record and also their debut album as a duo with Peckham-based label Dimple Discs. These two legends first combined forces on the 'Metal Box – Rebuilt In Dub' album in 2021, they continue to collaborate live and in the studio.

This is Jah Wobble’s first post-punk album in recent years, these brash guitar-driven tracks reflecting his preoccupation with the declining state of the nation. Driven by his weekly experience with Klein at the "Tuned In" music community project in Merton, this record recalls the spirit of Mark Stewart - angry in an empathetic, constructive way. The lyrical content mainly came together in the studio.

"Making this record with Jon Klein was (as ever) an absolute buzz. Totally in the moment. The music comes from that silent place. It’s pre-existing. You just allow it to flow. Sometimes you organise it early in  the process, sometimes you let it flow, with minimum direction," says Jah Wobble.

"Sometimes you conceptualise it from the get go (chord structures, set pre-ordained rhythms, bossa-nova, waltz, one drop, etc.  Sometimes it’s the opposite of that (see under Can, Metal Box etc. Sometimes you refer to memory sometimes you are “in the moment”. This was one of those in the moment records, that got quickly recognised for what it was and was duly processed."

Dimple Discs earlier shared the motorik lead track ‘Fading Away’, pulsating with the raw electrical tension of British post-punk and new wave, and the fire-buster 'Who Wins?', a song about distrust — about the growing sense that the grand halls of power have become echo chambers of empty promises. Both songs capture moments when the atmosphere shifts in humanity's current trajectory.

"This album started to take shape with the more angular noises pieces, but then stepped away into different places occasionally almost ambient. The sketches I presented for some tracks were turned upside down once Jah got hold of them. He tried different ideas for lyrics at different stages of each song's evolution, sometimes improvising themes and tunes that we’d edit and organise, and other times composing final ideas prior to recording," explains Jon Klein.

"That age old tradition of waiting around in studios, whilst the engineer boffin endlessly twiddles knobs whilst speaking in numerical tongues is something we are keen avoid. We like to make things happen in the moment, in a way that attendees can follow. Often we complete a working draft to a piece of music from scratch in a few hours".

This album follows two 2025 albums for Wobble -  ‘Dub Volume 1' (Dimple Discs) and the expanded reissue of the 2017 album 'The Usual Suspects', featuring 25 career highlights, re-recorded and including some of Wobble’s finest material, alongside tracks by Invaders Of The Heart and PiL.

Guitarist and producer Jon Klein was a member of Siouxsie and the Banshees from 1987 until 1994 (the 'Peepshow', 'Superstition' and 'The Rapture' era). Originally in the Bristol band Europeans, he then formed the glam-goth act Specimen and relocated to London, where he co-founded The Batcave nightclub. He has worked with Talvin Singh and Sinéad O'Connor, and co-produced a string of No. 1 albums for Warner-signed Fangoria, fueling a decade-long streak of chart-topping success in Spain. 

'Automatic Paradise' is out now via Bandcamp, and available on both CD and transparent vinyl, with this pressing limited to 800 copies.  Jah Wobble & The Invaders Of The Heart continue touring the UK in 2026, and tickets can be ordered at https://jahwobble.com/#live

CREDITS
'Fading Away' & 'Endless Sky' written by Jah Wobble, John Tian Chi Wardle & Jon Klein
'Automated Paradise', 'Make It Stop' & 'Terminal Terminal The End' written by Jah Wobble, Gilberto Giannacchi & Jon Klein
'Tempodrom' & 'Who Wins?' written by Jah Wobble, Izumi Karaage & Jon Klein
'Read Between The Lines' written by Jah Wobble, John Tian Chi Wardle, Jon Klein & Anthony Hopkins
Jah Wobble – bass on all tracks; vocals (tracks 1, 2, 4, 6, 7)
Jon Klein – guitar (all tracks); programming (tracks 1, 4, 7); synthesizer (track 1); EBow (track 4); clarinet, electric piano, glockenspiel, melodica, lap steel guitar (track 8); back vocals (tracks 1, 2, 3, 6)
John Tian Chi Wardle – drums (tracks 1, 4, 7)
Gilberto Giannacchi – drums (tracks 2, 5, 6)
Izumi Karaage – drums (tracks 3, 8)
Keiko Yamazaki – backing vocals (track 1)
Anthony Hopkins – keyboards (track 4)
Produced by Jah Wobble & Jon Klein
Engineered & mixed by Jon Klein at Tuned In Studio & Ground Control
Mastered by Anthony Chapman
Cover artwork & design by Jah Wobble
Released by Dimple Discs - Barcode 5052571225325
Vinyl catalogue ID #DEEDEE081LP / CD catalogue ID #DEEDEE081CD
Live photos byFergus Kelly / Room Temperature
Other photos byPeter McDowell
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR