Symphonic Metallers SEVEN SPIRES Announce Master Key Edition of 'A Fortress Called Home' Set for Release on September 4th via Frontiers Music Srl

Today, SEVEN SPIRES is proud to announce the Master Key Edition of their acclaimed recent album 'A Fortress Called Home,' set for release on September 4th via Frontiers Music Srl. To mark the occasion, the band also shares the new single "Songs Upon Wine-Stained Tongues (Orchestral Version)," alongside a visualizer, available below.

Originally released in 2024 to widespread critical acclaim, ‘A Fortress Called Home’ further cemented SEVEN SPIRES’ reputation as one of the most ambitious, creative and emotionally compelling bands in modern metal. Seamlessly blending symphonic metal, power metal, progressive influences and extreme metal elements, the album showcased the band at the peak of its artistic vision, driven by Adrienne Cowan’s extraordinary vocal performance and the group's fearless approach to songwriting.

 

Now available in the expansive Master Key Edition, this definitive 3 disc package offers fans the opportunity to experience the album from entirely new perspectives. Alongside the original album, the set includes a complete collection of instrumental versions, highlighting the remarkable arrangements, orchestration work and musicianship that underpin the record. The third disc further expands the listening experience with orchestral versions of selected songs as well as exclusive live recordings captured during the band's recent touring cycle.

About the Master Key Edition, the band comments:

"We invite you to explore deeper into 'A Fortress Called Home' with this Master Key Edition! Who knows what secrets you may find hidden in the instrumentals and orchestral arrangements? What memories will you behold in the gallery of live souvenirs from the last two years?”

Watch the Visualizer for

"Songs Upon Wine-Stained Tongues (Orchestral Version)" Below:

From the epic opener “Songs Upon Wine-Stained Tongues” to the cinematic closing moments of “The Old Hurt Of Being Left Behind,” ‘A Fortress Called Home’ represents SEVEN SPIRES at their most accomplished and mature. The additional material included in the upcoming Master Key Edition reveals new dimensions of these compositions, offering a deeper look into the creative process behind one of the band's most celebrated releases. 

For longtime followers and new listeners alike, ‘A Fortress Called Home (Master Key Edition)’ stands as the ultimate document of this important chapter in the band's evolution and a testament to why SEVEN SPIRES continue to be regarded as one of the most exciting and forward-thinking names in contemporary metal.

Adrienne Cowan shares:

"This is also our first time releasing orchestral arrangements. I’m a little extra proud of that, and quite excited since it’s something we’ve always wanted to do."

Pre-Order the Master Key Edition of 'A Fortress Called Home' HERE

SEVEN SPIRES are:

Adrienne Cowan - Vocals, Orchestrations, Keyboards, Sound Design

Jack Kosto - Guitars

Peter de Reyna - Bass Guitars, Additional Vocals, Upright Bass

Drums performed by Chris Dovas

 

Special Guest Vocalists: 

Alessandro Conti (2, 12)

Kristin Starkey (5)

Ty Christian (5)

David Åkesson (2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 12) 

Angelica Åkesson (3, 9, 12)

 

Drums on "Live in Tilburg" and "Live in Montréal" by Dylan Gowan

Guest Vocals on "Love's Souvenir (Live in Montréal)" by Ashleigh Semkiw

Walls of Jericho Announce Album "System Error: Humanity" + Share "The Ascent" Video

Metalcore would not exist in its current form without Detroit legends WALLS OF JERICHO.  With genre defining records like 1999's The Bound Feed The Gagged and 2004's All Hail The Dead captivating the underground scene and establishing the model, they went on to break through charts globally with With Devils Amongst Us All, The American Dream, and No One Can Save You From Your Self thoroughly cementing their prestige.

After years of gigging relentlessly, decimating prestigious stages at Louder Than Life, Hellfest, Tied Down, and Furnace Fest amongst others, they finally return with a new studio offering, System Error: Humanity, dropping November 13 via Napalm Records. Pummeling, confrontational, and uplifting, WALLS OF JERICHO remain steadfast to the values and sound  their legacy was built on.

Frontwoman Candace Buckingham on System Error: Humanity:
"System Error: Humanity is a raw, unapologetic, and most aggressive record to date. We set out  to capture the chaos, intensity, and raw energy of our live show rather than chase perfection. Lyrically, it's a rebellion against the modern forces that fracture identity: comparison, conformity,  distraction, and the endless pressure to perform instead of live. At its core, this album is about reclaiming your attention, owning your choices, and becoming who you were before the world told you who to be. Kill the noise. Reclaim yourself."

Alongside the album announcement, the band unleashes the menacing first single "The Ascent." Tense from its opening notes, the track hurls discordant breakdowns at the listener, leaning on dissonant chugs with glacial weight guaranteed to kick you back a reading level.

Candace continues on "The Ascent":
"'The Ascent' is a crushing blend of dissonant riffs, massive  breakdowns, and raw intensity. Lyrically, it's about confronting yourself one hard truth at a time, shedding ego, silencing the noise, and discovering that real strength isn't found at the summit, but in the discipline and honesty it takes to climb. Because growth begins where comfort ends."

Watch the Official Video for "The Ascent". 

Order Your Copy of System Error: Humanity HERE

WALLS OF JERICHO ARE:
Candace Buckingham — Vocals
Aaron Ruby — Bass
Dustin Robert — Drums
Bobby VaLeu — Guitar
Kyle Gailey — Guitar
Chris Towning — Guitar

Shock Rock Legends GWAR Celebrate 20th Anniversary of ‘Beyond Hell’ with Fully Remastered Deluxe Edition on September 25th via Pit Records

Two decades after dragging listeners into the depths of the underworld, GWAR are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their 2006 opus ‘Beyond Hell’ with a newly remastered deluxe edition, available for the first time ever on vinyl. The album is set for release on September 25th via the band's own Pit Records.

Remastered by Paul Logus (Anthrax, Killswitch Engage), the anniversary edition breathes new life into one of the band's most ambitious and theatrical releases. Alongside the remastered album, the release also includes a previously unreleased outro track recorded during the original ‘Beyond Hell’ sessions that was left off the original release.

Marking the announcement, the band also shares the remastered version of "Eighth Lock,"alongside it's long-lost music video, available below.

Check Out the Official Video for "Eighth Lock" (Remastered) Below:

Originally released in 2006, 'Beyond Hell' marked a defining moment in GWAR's legendary career. Produced by Devin Townsend, the album brought together two of metal's most unique creative forces, with Townsend helping shape one of the band's most ambitious and beloved releases.

"I had been a GWAR fan since I was a kid. I loved the freedom, the metal, the spectacle, and the passion that went into it all," recalls Townsend. "I met Brockie on a tour we did together and, after cornering him in an elevator basically telling him I'd work for free, I found myself co-producing 'Beyond Hell.' Dave and Corey came to Vancouver to stay with me, and we recorded at Profile Studios. The drums and basic tracks were done at Slave Pit in Richmond, Virginia, and the whole process took about three months."

He continues, "GWAR were, and are, an amazing combination of artistic freedom, absurdity, and hard work bundled up with metal and performance. Loved them then, love them now."

Chronicling the band's descent into Hell to rescue their long-lost comrade Flattus Maximus,'Beyond Hell' remains one of GWAR's defining releases, featuring fan favorites including "Back in Crack," "Womb With a View," "Tormentor," and "The Ultimate Bohab."

Twenty years later, 'Beyond Hell' is ready to rise once again, louder, heavier, and more gloriously blasphemous than ever before.

Pre-Order the 'Beyond Hell' 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition HERE

The first ever vinyl pressing of 'Beyond Hell' arrives on 180-gram vinyl housed in an elaborate tri-fold jacket that unfolds into an inverted cross. The CD edition also receives the deluxe treatment, featuring a fold-out poster.

The standard Gold vinyl edition will be limited to 2,000 copies. Fans looking for something even more exclusive can pick up the "Blood Moon" vinyl variant, limited to just 300 copies, exclusively at GWAR.net, while Metal Injection will offer an exclusive "Blood Smear" vinyl variant, limited to only 200 copies.

GWAR hits the road again starting in August with a slate of festival appearances, including Endless Fires Fest, Louder Than Life, and Riot Fest, followed by a brief headline run with support from Weedeater and BRAT. The Scumdogs will then embark on the "Gor Gor Must Die!" Tour featuring direct support from Midnight, with Mac Sabbath opening every night and X-COPS and Atomic Rule joining on select dates. A full list of tour dates is available below.

GWAR Live:

08/15: Syracuse, NY @ Endless Fires Fest ^

09/17: Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life ^

09/18: Chicago, IL @ Riot Fest ^

09/19: Davenport, IA @ Capitol Theatre *

09/20: Grand Rapids, MI @ The Intersection *

09/22: Memphis, TN @ Satellite Music Hall *

09/23: Baton Rouge, LA @ Chelsea's Live *

^ Festival Appearance

* Supported by Weedeater and BRAT

The "Gor Gor Must Die!" Tour

10/27: Charlottesville, VA @ The Jefferson Theater *

10/28: Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Heaven) *

10/29: Jacksonville, FL @ FIVE *

10/30-11/03: Miami, FL @ The Headbangers Boat

11/04: Fort Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution *

11/05: Orlando, FL @ The Beacham *

11/06: Myrtle Beach, SC @ House of Blues *

11/07: Winston-Salem, NC @ The Ramkat *

11/08: Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl *

11/09: Little Rock, AR @ The Hall *

11/10: Dallas, TX @ AM/FM *

11/12: Denver, CO @ Ogden Theatre +

11/13: Salt Lake City, UT @ Rockwell at The Complex +

11/14: Las Vegas, NV @ Brooklyn Bowl +

11/15: Reno, NV @ Cargo Concert Hall +

11/17: Tempe, AZ @ The Marquee +

11/18: Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues +

11/19: Berkeley, CA @ The UC Theatre +

11/20: Chico, CA @ Senator Theatre +

11/21: Bend, OR @ Midtown Ballroom +

11/23: Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo +

11/24: Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory +

11/25: Vancouver, BC @ Vogue Theatre +

11/27: Edmonton, AB @ Midway Music Hall +

11/28: Calgary, AB @ MacEwan Hall +

11/30: Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre +

12/02: Lincoln, NE @ Bourbon Theatre +

12/03: Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave *

12/04: Pontiac, MI @ The Crofoot Ballroom *

12/05: Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues *

12/06: McKees Rocks, PA @ Roxian Theatre *

12/08: Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club *

12/09: Worcester, MA @ The Palladium *

12/10: New York, NY @ The Palladium Times Square *

12/11: Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore Philadelphia *

12/12: Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa *

* X-COPS Open

+ Atomic Rule Opens

Bay Area Thrash Legends HEATHEN Celebrate Iron Maiden's 50th Anniversary With Incendiary Cover of "The Prisoner"

Quickly following their triumphant returning single "Never A God" earlier this year, Bay Area thrash legends HEATHEN break back out with another offering.

In celebration of the mighty Iron Maiden's 50th anniversary, HEATHEN have taken a stab at the Number of The Beast classic, "The Prisoner." Pulling samples from the TV show of the same name, enlisting artist Dan Goldsworthy (known for his work with Accept, Inhuman Condition, and Haken) to Eddie-ify the goblin from "Goblin's Blade"—a callback to their HEATHEN's 1987 record Breaking The Silence—and reworking their logo to look like Maiden's, HEATHEN pull out all the stops to ensure this was more than just homage. Mixed and mastered by Zeuss at Planet Z (known for his work with 3 Inches of Blood, Municipal Waste, and Shadows Fall, amongst others), the lively track showcases HEATHEN's studied reverence of the subject material, unleashing metal greatness with a modern edge and seasoned orchestration. 

About the track guitarist Kragen Lum says:
"What can we say about the legendary Iron Maiden that hasn't already been said? They've given us 50 years of energetic, melodic metal that's inspired Heathen and legions of other bands in the genre. 'The Prisoner' was an easy choice for us to cover, with its heavy intro, uptempo verses, catchy chorus, and classic instrumental section. We added a few touches to 'Heathenize' the song while staying true to what made it so great when it was first released in 1982. Enjoy this recording as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of heavy metal's greatest bands. Up the Irons!"

This cover comes right in time for the band's extensive North American tour encompassing two legs. The first opening for fellow thrash greats Metal Church, followed by a string of headlining dates over Louisiana horror thrashers Void. Kicking off July 17 in Derry, NH the tour supporting Metal Church will hit a series of major cities including Montreal, QC, Pittsburgh, PA, and Rochester, NY before its conclusion July 26 in Leesburg, VA. Not missing a beat, HEATHEN picks up Void for their headline run kicking off the next day in Raleigh, NC on July 27. The headline run will hit a slew of intimate venues in major cities including Atlanta, GA, Philadelphia, PA, Milwaukee, WI, and Detroit, MI before wrapping up on August 9 in Toronto, ON.

About the tour the band says:
"We're stoked to join the legendary Metal Church on this short tour of the Northeastern U.S. and Canada. We'll be bringing our A-game for these shows before heading out on a run of headlining dates across the Midwest, Northeast, and Canada with the killer Void as direct support. We've put together a set packed with classics, fan favorites, and a few surprises that you won’t want to miss. Grab your tickets, and we'll see you in the pit!"

Tickets are on sale now, see below for a complete list of dates.

HEATHEN NORTH AMERICAN TOUR 2026
SUPPORTING METAL CHURCH:
7/17 — Derry, NH — Tupelo Music Hall
7/18 — Montreal, QC — Foufounes Électriques
7/19 — Quebec City, QC — La Source de la Martinière
7/21 — Ottawa, ON — Overflow
7/22 — Newton, NJ — The Newton Theater
7/23 — Pittsburgh, PA — The Crafthouse
7/24 — Rochester, NY — Montage Music Hall
7/25 — Reading, PA — Reverb
7/26 — Leesburg, VA — Tally Ho Theater

HEADLINE DATES
SUPPORT FROM VOID:
7/27 — Raleigh, NC — Chapel of Bones
7/28 — Atlanta, GA — The EARL
7/31 — Hamden, CT — Space Ballroom
8/01 — Philadelphia, PA — Nikki Lopez^
8/02 — Columbus, OH — Ace of Cups
8/04 — Milwaukee, WI — X-Ray Arcade
8/05 — Indianapolis, IN — Black Circle
8/06 — Detroit, MI — Sanctuary
8/07 — Kitchener, ON — Maxwell's*
8/09 — Toronto, ON — The Cave*

* = No Void
^ = Matinee Show

HEATHEN ARE
David R. White – Vocals
Kragen Lum – Guitars
Kyle Edissi – Guitars
Jason Mirza – Bass
Blake Anderson – Drums

Teen Mortgage Release KEXP Live Session

With a blistering, no-frills assault, Washington, DC punk duo TEEN MORTGAGE —guitarist/vocalist James Guile and drummer Ed Barakauskas — deliver raw, fuzzed-out riffs over pounding, minimalist drums, locking into a relentless groove that feels equal parts grit-infused punk and hardcore urgency. Their recent live performance at alt-favorite KEXP is sweaty, stripped-down, and confrontational, with zero dead space — just pure, amplified energy from start to finish. Recorded during their successful Spring 2026 tour run with Joyce Manor, the KEXP team captured the essence of the D.C. duo's DIY ethos in one of the most impressive displays of punk rock of recent memory.

Watch the TEEN MORTGAGE x KEXP session below:

For those hooked by TEEN MORTGAGE's live performance, the band comes stacked with a round of new tour dates, including stops at this summer's Rocklahoma (Pryor, OK), Riot Fest (Chicago, IL), Vans Warped Tour (Orlando, FL) and more. TEEN MORTGAGE will be joining punk rock mainstays, Rise Against and Alkaline Trio, for a trip around the States starting September 22 in Dallas, TX. All dates are below.

Ready to take their debut Roadrunner Records LP, Devil Ultrasonic Dream, on the road again, in addition to crowd favorites like the newly released single, “Burn”, fans will also be treated to a brand new track, "Democracy Manifest," premiering worldwide August 7 and on stage at Portugal’s SonicBlast Festival.

For rock fans still chasing that jolt of something real, loud, and dangerous, TEEN MORTGAGE aren't asking for your attention — they are demanding it. As the genre evolves, the duo stand at the front of the charge, and ignoring them isn't just a miss, it's a mistake.

TEEN MORTGAGE ON TOUR:
8/7—Caminha, PT—SonicBlast 2026
8/11—Ilirska Bistrica, SI—Mladinski Klub Nade Zagar Ilirska Bistrica
8/12—Tolmin, SI—Punk Rock Holiday 2026
8/13—Budapest, HU—Sziget Fesztivál
8/15—Seelbach, DE—Hoflärm
8/16—Wiesbaden, DE—Schlachthof Wiesbaden
8/17—Leipzig, DE—Täubchenthal
8/19—Ultrecht, NL—De Helling
8/20—Bochum, DE—Matrix Bochum
8/21—Biddinghuizen, NL—Lowlands Festival 2026
8/22—Hasselt, BE—Pukkelpop 2026
8/25—Sheffield, UK—Yellow Arch Studios
8/26—Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK—Think Tank
8/28—Glasgow, UK—Room 2
8/29—Cardiff, UK—Clwb Ifor Bach
8/30—Tunbridge Wells, UK—Tunbridge Wells Forum
9/5—Pryor, OK—Rocklahoma 2026
9/18—Chicago, IL—Riot Fest 2026

WITH RISE AGAINST + ALKALINE TRIO:
9/22—Dallas, TX—South Side Ballroom
9/23—Austin, TX—Moody Amphitheater
9/25—Clearwater, FL—The BayCare Sound
9/26—St. Augustine, FL—St. Augustine Amphitheatre
9/27—Raleigh, NC—Red Hat Amphitheater
9/30—New York, NY—The Rooftop At Pier 17
10/1—Boston, MA—MGM Music Hall At Fenway
10/3—Asbury Park, NJ—Stone Pony Summer Stage
10/4—Philadelphia, PA—The Fillmore Philadelphia
10/6—Chesterfield, MO—The Factory
10/7—Waukee, IA—Vibrant Music Hall
10/9—Council Bluffs, IA—Stir Concert Cave-Harrah’s Council Bluffs Casino & Hotel
10/10—Milwaukee, WI—The Rave
10/12—Morrison, CO—Red Rocks Amphitheatre
10/14—Phoenix, AZ—Arizona Financial Theatre
10/15—Albuquerque, NM—Revel
10/17—Las Vegas, NV—Pearl Concert Theater At Palms Casino Resort
10/18—Salt Lake City, UT—The Union Event Center
10/20—Seattle, WA—WAMU Theater
10/22—San Francisco, CA—The Masonic
10/23—Irvine, CA—Great Park Live

FESTIVAL:
11/14—Orlando, FL—Vans Warped Tour Orlando 2026

DEATĦ B¥ LØVE unleashes 2-track single 'In Unity (WIELORYB Remix & Tribute)'

Trans-Atlantic dark-electronic duo DEATĦ B¥ LØVE presents their new single "In Unity (WIELORYB Remix and Tribute)", which is dedicated to Wieloryb a.k.a. Paweł Kmiecik, a groundbreaking music and video artist, known for his aggressive brand of industrial music and post-apocalyptic videos and who also, tragically, passed away just a month ago.

This two-track offering consists of "In Unity (WIELORYB Power Noise Remix)" and "In Unity (WIELORYB vs. PSYCHOTRIBE Tribute Remix)", for which the accompanying video was created by Wieloryb. This single arrives soon after the release of DEATĦ B¥ LØVE's debut album "444", released via Distortion Productions.

A talented artist, Wieloryb was the dark pulse of Poland's industrial music scene, emerging in Gdańsk in 1994 during an era of concrete, rust, and cold electronics. From his first recordings, Wieloryb struck without compromise. Electro industrial, EBM, and techno merged with noise, metallic rhythms, and haunting ambient soundscapes. The debut cassette "I" earned a Fryderyk Award nomination and opened a new chapter in Polish electronic music that was brutal, uncompromising, and devoid of light.

For decades, Wieloryb's music has existed where aggression meets trance, and destruction gives way to contemplation. It is more than sound. It is a complete mechanical ritual, where raw electronics intertwine seamlessly with Paweł's experimental visual art and video work, creating a singular aesthetic language of industrial melancholy.

“We dedicate this release to Wieloryb, Paweł Kmiecik, an extraordinary artist, producer, and video creator, whose vision left a lasting mark on the industrial scene. “In Unity” was the final remix he completed before his sudden and unexpected passing,” says Pete Guellard.

“His post-apocalyptic industrial landscapes sent chills down our spines, while his relentless rhythms and crushing soundscapes raised our pulse and demanded movement. His work was raw, uncompromising, and unforgettable. Thank you for everything Paweł. Your legacy lives on through the art you left behind. All profits from this release will go directly to support Paweł's family.”

Made up of Pittsburgh music producer and multi-instrumentalist Peter Guellard and singer-songwriter Ing a Habiba, who is based in Łódź, Poland, their music is framed as an intentional collision between Western gothic-industrial foundations with Middle Eastern scales and atmospheric trip-hop textures. Their debut album "444" explores cycles of trauma and healing across cultures and our hyper-connected yet physically isolated world. These 11 tracks address such themes as mysticism, identity, spiritual tension and emotional rebirth, plunging listeners into shadow and transcendence.


For decades, Peter Guellard has been active in both the US and Polish underground music scenes, including with The Electric Hellfire Club, Closterkeller and Poland's pioneering darkwave-goth bands Blitzkrieg.As for Inga Habiba, her distinctive, spiritually-charged voice has been shaped by a multicultural heritage and through fronting gothic and new-wave acts.

As of July 14, the remixes are available on Bandcamp, where the '444' album is also available on CD and digitally. The album is also on all streaming platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music.

CREDITS
'In Unity' originally written by Inga Habiba & Peter Guellard
Music for remix by WIELORYB (Paweł Kmiecik)
Edited by PSYCHOTRIBE (Peter Guellard)
Vocals by Inga Habiba
Mastered by Peter Guellard
Released by Distortion Productions
Video by WIELORYB (Paweł Kmiecik)
Cover art designed by Grindhouse Alternative Art Studio
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR


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Omen//Skye Release New Single + Video "Further" via Arson Theory

Maryland-based metalcore outfit Omen//Skye have released their powerful new single and music video, “Further” available now via Arson Theory.

 

Blending cinematic atmosphere, crushing riffs, and emotionally charged melodic hooks, Omen//Skye continue to establish themselves as one of the Mid-Atlantic's most promising heavy acts. Built on the foundation of explosive live performances, the band seamlessly merges the intensity of classic metalcore with the innovation of the genre's modern wave, forging a sound that is both familiar and unmistakably their own.

 

Their latest release, "Further," dives deep into conceptual storytelling, delivering a chilling narrative wrapped in towering guitars, relentless rhythms, and dynamic vocal performances.

 

"'Further' serves as an esoteric warning to anybody searching for knowledge of things they couldn't possibly comprehend as a human. It's a conceptual track that speaks from the perspective of an ancient demonic presence that offers an occultist the knowledge he seeks regarding the secrets of the universe, with a cryptic warning that runs parallel to the being's beckoning," shares Josh Grzywacz (Guitar/Vocals), writer of "Further".

 

The single is accompanied by an equally immersive live performance music video that captures the song's uncompromising heaviness.

 

The band sums up the single with one simple invitation:

"Go Further with me..."

OMEN/Skye:

Nick Troisi - Lead Vocals

Joshua Grzywacz - Vocals / Rhythm Guitar

Dillon Thatcher - Drums

Dominic Buie - Bass

Brian Baugus - Lead Guitar

 

UPCOMING TOUR DATES:

 

7/11 - Beef & Beer & Beatdowns Festival @ Peabody Heights Brewing in Baltimore, MD

8/2 - Supporting Fight From Within and Yung Mosh @ Morsberger's Tavern in Catonsville, MD

9/13 - Supporting ENOX @ Metro Gallery in Baltimore, MD

 

 

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Unverkalt Release New Video for Grief-Stricken “Ænæ Lithi”

After drawing closer and closer to the edge with each album over the past decade, Unverkalt are receiving high praise for the post-metal band’s heavy and heartfelt new offering.

As they bring Héréditaire to the world stage, today, Unverkalt are releasing a video for the album’s most gut-wrenching song. Dedicated in memory to the victims of the Asia Minor Catastrophe, “Ænæ Lithi” turns a historical tragedy into an aching monument for grief.  

“It is a great honor for me to create and share this video”, Unverkalt guitarist Themis Ioannou says. “The story behind our song ‘Ænæ Lithi’ is deeply personal to me, as it is part of my own family’s history. I dedicate it to my beloved grandmother and my father, who are no longer with us. This video is for them, and for the millions of people who lost their lives or were forced to abandon their ancestral homes during and after the Asia Minor Catastrophe of 1922”.  

Watch the video for “Ænæ Lithi” below.

Héréditaire is out now on Season of Mist.

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Before they emerged as blackened beacons for post-metal, Unverkalt rose through the Greek underground. In lifting the veil from our cursed existence, Héréditaire bares the weight of a traumatic moment in their home country’s history. “Ænæ Lithi”, which in English roughly translates to “Eternal Oblivion”, mourns the years between 1914 and 1923, when Greek communities across Pontus, Ionia and Eastern Thrace were subjected to persecution, forced deportations, death marches and mass killings during the final years of the Ottoman Empire.

“The memory of those who suffered from the Asia Minor Catastrophe continue to be honored by their descendants and communities around the world”,  Ioannou says. “The music video for ‘Ænæ Lithi’, which uses historical photographs from this tragic event, is dedicated to preserving their memory and to the generations forever marked in its aftermath”.  

Amidst its smoky and simmering modern-day atmosphere, “Ænæ Lithi” stirs with sounds from a past that refuses to stay buried. Creeping dissonance and a slow pounding of toms intertwine with clarinet and qanun, hand drums, strings and lyrics in Greek.  “We are the source”, Unverkalt vocalist Dimitra Kalavrezou chants with her mesmerizing cleans. As the band rise with overwhelming force, “Ænæ Lithi” comes crashing down with the weight of what was lost and all the pain that remains.

Catch Unverkalt live throughout 2026.

Unverkalt 2026 Show Dates

October 24 - Berlin, Germany @ Neue Zukunft

November 11 - Schwedt, Germany @ Exit

December 11 - Leipzig, Germany @ Heavy Crisis Festival  

The video for “Ænæ Lithi” was directed and edited by  Themis Ioannou at RAWBITE Studio

Additional video credits

Produced by Unverkalt

Cinematography - Themis Ioannou

2nd Assistant Camera - Eli Mavrychev

Lighting - Die Klinke

Location - Noir Surge Studios

Costume Design / Styling - Pieces by Sister Jane

Jewellery Design - Pieces by Eumorphia

On Héréditaire, Unverkalt lift the veil on our cursed existence with their heaviest and most heartfelt offering.

Recording Lineup:
Dimitra Kalavrezou — Vocals
Themis Ioannou — Guitars, Keys
Eli Mavrychev — Guitars, Vocals
Joscha Hoyer — Bass
Christian Eggers — Drums

Guest Musicians:
Sakis Tolis — Vocals on "I, The Deceit"

Songwriting Credits:
Comped by Themis Ioannou.
Lyrics by Dimitra Kalavrezou & Eli Mavrychev.
Lyrics for "I, The Deceit" by Dimitra Kalavrezou & Joscha Hoyer.

Recording Credits:
Recorded & Engineered by Unverkalt.
Drums Recorded & Engineered by Christian Eggers at Noir Surge Sound, Berlin, Germany.

Production Credits:
Produced by Themis Ioannou.
Vocals produced by Dimitra Kalavrezou & Eli Mavrychev.
Mixed by Joshua Barber.
Mastered by Lasse Lammert at LSD Studios, Lübeck, Germany.

Cover Art:
Themis Ioannou

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Available Formats:
CD Digipak
2x12" Vinyl Gatefold — Black
2x12" ​Coloured Vinyl ​Gatefold ​— Black & Gold 'Sunburst'

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Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/unverkalt/1524174404/
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Chilean Guitarist And Composer BAXTY Faces Reality In The New Single "Threshold" Ft. Pierre Danel (NOVELISTS)

BAXTY presents "Threshold", the first in a tripart collection of compositions that entwines emotional storytelling through technical progressive music. This trilogy of singles explore the psychological states of a painful realization of truth, the subsequent internal destruction, and the journey to acceptance and rebuilding one's identity. The single also features Pierre Danel (NOVELISTS), bringing his signature modern progressive guitar approach to the composition and adding another layer to BAXTY’s cinematic and technical vision.

On "Threshold", BAXTY shares: 

"'Threshold' represents the culminating point of a deep disappointment — the moment when you finally realize there is no turning back. It’s the instant when illusions begin to collapse and the truth becomes impossible to ignore. The song explores the emotional weight of standing at that edge, where the only option left is to accept reality and take the step toward confronting it."

Commanding intensity strikes from the moment "Threshold" begins. A fast and powerful display of intricate guitar leads traverses above a contrasting heavy rhythmic pattern. The progressive arrangement evokes a sense of unease while the track's inescapable momentum races forwards. "Threshold" presents a stylistic shift in the following section as the pace is restrained and the instrumental arrangement widens providing space to breathe. 

Dynamic orchestration, delicate piano melodies and warm synths aptly convey the emotion and conceptual narrative across "Threshold". The multi-textural sound contributes to BAXTY's detailed sonic world building. 

About BAXTY:

Based out of Santiago, Chile, the solo project BAXTY emerged in 2022 driven by Bastian "Baxty" Martinez's need to find his own voice while seeking to connect the melodic and the aggressive. BAXTY draws heavily from cinematic sound design and immersive musical experiences, alongside an exploration of self-expression, artistic freedom and emotional storytelling. 

Blending intricate and progressive technical guitars with impressive soundscapes and emotive narratives, BAXTY takes inspiration from across a wealth of heavy music genres and styles into his distinctive compositions. Influences in BAXTY's sound derive from an array of bands notably, DREAM THEATER, THE CONTORTIONIST, ALICE IN CHAINS, PANTERA and PINK FLOYD. 

In 2024, BAXTY independently released the debut EP Event Horizon and collaborated with Jordan Rudess (DREAM THEATER) performing guitar solos on "Into the Lair" and "Embers" from his album Permission to Fly. In the same year, BAXTY took to the stage opening for BABYMETAL in Chile during their Knotfest sideshow and opened two nights for DREAM THEATER at Movistar Arena, the largest indoor venue in Chile. In 2025, BAXTY performed at Guitar Universe Camp on invite from John Petrucci, and BAXTY launched The Baxty Signature Guitar model with Kiesel Guitars.


BAXTY Is:

Baxty — Guitar / Composition
Jaime Pape — Bass
Martin Alvares — Drums


Connect With BAXTY:

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Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/cl/artist/baxty/1692044119
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@b_a_x_t_y

REACH NYC Share "Fake Friends" Video

REACH NYC have dropped the video for their new, tongue-in-cheek song "FAKE FRIENDS," a buoyant, summertime  anthem with punk rock energy and communal singalongs!

Watch it below.

You can dedicate this song to the people in your life that are never there for you when the shit hits the fan.
 

"It's for all the 'fake friends' and followers on social media that you'll never meet," says singer Rene Mata. "It's also about two actual people that were in my life. One of them, I thought was my friend since high school and he was in my first band. The other was someone I think was only friends with me to get backstage at shows and do blow in the bathroom!"

The song was produced by Cass Dillon (GreyDaze, Goo Dolls Morgan Saint) and mixed by Jay Baumgardner (Papa Roach Bush, Evanescence).

REACH NYC are gearing up for the release of the new album Ride or Die, out in late 2026.

Additional features on the album include Kiiara, Jacoby Shaddix of Papa Roach, Joey Santiago of The Pixies, Jeff Gütt of Stone Temple Pilots, Sean Dowdell of Grey Daze, Des Rocs, Stevie Dacany of Buckcherry and Grace Mata.

Reach NYC is a pummeling alt-rock Hard rock outfit born out of the legendary New York City post hardcore scene. Formed in Queens and Long Island in 1996, the band was active in the New York scene, frequently rocking infamous haunts like CBGBs and The Roseland Ballroom, opening for heavy hitting bands such as Papa Roach, System of a Down, Cypress Hill, Helmet, P.O.D., Good Charlotte,The Used, Shinedown, Quicksand, Helmet, Evanescence, and more. They've also performed at festivals such as Vans Warped Tour,  Welcome to Rockville, Louder then Life, and Aftershock. 

THE DOCTOR IS IN: IAN MUNSICK RECRUITS RYAN CHARLES TO CO-STAR IN VIDEO TREATMENT OF “LOVE IS BLIND,” OUT NOW

Ian Munsick recruited fellow Wyoming rapper Ryan Charles, along with Rocky Mountain Fever bandmates Peter Wilson (drummer), Tristan Smith (guitar player) and Jonathan Warren (fiddle player), for the official video treatment of his current radio single, “Love Is Blind,” out now. Watch BELOW.. 
 
“Love Is Blind” was written by ​​Munsick, Ryan Tyndell and Jeremy Spillman, and is currently top 50 and climbing at Country radio. Munsick and Charles have been longtime friends and collaborators, dating back to Munsick’s 2022 release, “Cowboy Killers.” In the official music video, directed by Emma Golden and produced by Troy Jackson, Munsick stars as an eye doctor at Palomino Eyes clinic, treating Charles’ vision after a relationship gone awry.
 
“Optometrist was never on my bingo card of professions I thought I’d pose as, but here we are! ‘Love Is Blind’ has a playfulness to it that I knew we had to capitalize on when making this music video,” Munsick remarks. “Luckily, I had the perfect people in mind. My buddy Ryan Charles was the perfect protagonist for a heartbroken, hungover hero and Emma Golden was the natural pick to direct this work of cinema. Go watch the official music video to find out if love really is blind!”
 
“Love Is Blind” hails from Munsick’s fourth studio album, The Mountain Goat, arriving August 21 via WEST TO THE REST RECORDS / Triple Tigers Records. Spanning 15 tracks, The Mountain Goat was produced by Munsick, Jeremy Spillman and Mike Robinson. Pre-save HERE. 
 
Additionally, five D2C fan packs are available to pre-order on his online store, including an exclusive autographed zoetrope vinyl. Pre-order HERE.
 
Along with co-producing the album, Munsick also played an extensive role in the instrumentation heard on the record. In total, Munsick is credited with playing nine different instruments: acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar, mandolin, banjo, harmonica, piano, bouzouki and kazoo, as well as lending background vocals and programming.
 
Munsick promises to deliver fans a memorable tour of the west with a series of shows during album release week, as well as the launch of his Schaefer Outfitter clothing line on August 18. As part of “The Road to The Mountain Goat,” Munsick’s official album release show will be held at Deer Valley Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater in Park City, Utah on August 22 as part of the Deer Valley Concert Series. 
 
Founded in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Schaefer Outfitter has spent four decades providing western wear to working cowboys and ranchers. Their collection with Munsick will include custom pearl snap shirts, outerwear, hats and graphic tees designed collaboratively between Munsick and the Schaefer team. Fans can enter to win a signed piece of the collection HERE.
 
Munsick is also partnering with The Landmark Hotel & Casino to open the Ian Munsick Cowboy Bar & Western Grill in August in Deadwood, S.D on September 18. Built between 1894-1920, The Landmark is Deadwood’s largest historic structure at approximately 35,000 square feet. The Ian Munsick Cowboy Bar & Western Grill will reside within over 2,600 square feet of the footprint. The venue will promote and celebrate country and western music with old school country bar decor, along with two performance stages, one indoors and one outdoors.

The Road to The Mountain Goat Shows:
Aug 21 || Minden, NV || TJ's Corral Outdoor
Aug 22 || Park City, UT || Deer Valley Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater
Aug 25 || Morrison, CO || Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Aug 28 || Pueblo, CO || Colorado State Fair
Sept 11 || San Angelo, TX || Black Buck Amphitheater 
Sept 12 || Albuquerque, NM | New Mexico State Fair
Sept 18 || Deadwood, SD || Deadwood Jam
 
The Mountain Goat Tracklist:
1. Mountain Goat (Ian Munsick, Jeremy Spillman, Ross Holmes)
2. Geronimo (Ian Munsick, Devin Dawson, Mike Robinson)
3. My Montana (Ian Munsick, Jeremy Spillman)
4. Legends of the Fall Interlude
5. Made Me A Man (Ian Munsick, Mike Robinson, Tucker Beathard)
6. Blue Roan (Ian Munsick, Jeremy Spillman, Ryan Beaver)
7. Love Is Blind (Ian Munsick, Ryan Tyndell, Jeremy Spillman)
8. Medicine Man (Ian Munsick, Mike Robinson, Jeremy Spillman, Ryan Beaver)
9. Cutthroat World (Ian Munsick, Wynn Varble, Jay Knowles)
10. Mountain Goat Reprise (Ian Munsick, Jeremy Spillman, Ross Holmes)
11. Palomino Eyes (Ian Munsick, Phil O’Donnell)
12. Earn Your Spurs (Ian Munsick, Adam James, Jared Conrad)
13. The Girl I Left Behind Interlude
14. World War III (Ian Munsick, Mike Robinson, Jeremy Spillman)
15. Winter In Wyoming (Ian Munsick, Jeremy Spillman, Phil O’Donnell)

About Ian Munsick:
As one of modern country’s few Rocky Mountain artists – and the only one to merge its timeless traditions with an electrifying roots-pop edge – Wyoming native Ian Munsick lives in the wild places few singer-songwriters go. Yet with his fourth album, The Mountain Goat, he climbs farther out on his creative ledge than ever. Marking his first independent album on WEST TO THE REST RECORDS / Triple Tigers Records, Munsick remains as sure footed as his project’s fearless namesake, thriving in the isolation of a Western-flavored modern country frontier. Racking up over one billion career streams with previous albums Coyote Cry, White Buffalo, and Eagle Feather, Munsick has produced one RIAA-Platinum duet “Long Live Cowgirls” (with Cody Johnson) – No. 1 on SiriusXM’s The Highway Hot 30 Countdown – plus two Gold-certified hits: “Long Haul” and “Horses Are Faster.” Spotify, CMT, and the Grand Ole Opry were among those to recognize Munsick’s vision, and concertgoers across the globe have found a Western authenticity that can’t be faked. Munsick made history in 2025, becoming the first Wyoming-born artist to headline Cheyenne Frontier Days – the iconic rodeo known as the “Daddy of ‘Em All” – and with The Mountain Goat, his quest to bring Western mystique to modern fans continues. Fusing genuine tradition with cutting-edge sonics, 15 tracks feature an “earthy” new organic undercurrent, with the multi-instrumental master more connected to his acoustic roots – and more protective of his territory.

VISIONS OF ATLANTIS + SALTATIO MORTIS Unveil "Reckless Sailor (Black Flag Rises)" for "ASSASSIN’S CREED - BLACK FLAG RESENTED"

Symphonic metal pioneers VISIONS OF ATLANTIS set sail alongside German medieval metal titans SALTATIO MORTIS on the brand-new single "Reckless Sailor (Black Flag Rises)." Reimagining the legendary sea shanty "Drunken Sailor," the track arrives together with an official music video and was created in collaboration with Ubisoft Germany to celebrate the launch of Assassin's Creed™ Black Flag Resynced.

With the unmistakable vocal performances of Clémentine Delauney and Michele Guaitoli, VISIONS OF ATLANTIS bring their signature cinematic symphonic metal spirit to the newly arranged classic. Blending driving guitars with maritime melodies, SALTATIO MORTIS transform the iconic shanty into a powerful anthem of freedom, courage and life beyond convention — an epic musical adventure that perfectly captures the spirit of Assassin's Creed™ Black Flag Resynced.

Watch the Official Music Video for "Reckless Sailor" (Black Flag Rises) Below.

Following the critically acclaimed albums Pirates (2022) and Pirates II – Armada (2024), VISIONS OF ATLANTIS have firmly established themselves among the leading forces of modern symphonic metal. Their collaboration with SALTATIO MORTIS unites two bands driven by a shared passion for adventure, freedom and captivating storytelling, breathing new life into one of the most iconic sea shanties of all time.

ABOUT SALTATIO MORTIS:
Founded in 2000, SALTATIO MORTIS have become one of Germany's defining medieval rock acts. Blending traditional instruments such as bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy and drums with modern rock elements, the band has earned a reputation for spectacular live performances and songs exploring themes of freedom, unity and change. Over the years, they have conquered the stages of major festivals including Wacken Open Air, M'era Luna and Summer Breeze.

VISIONS OF ATLANTIS LIVE 2026:
FESTIVALS:

7/10 — Mogilovo, Bulgaria — Midalidare Rock
7/16 — Leoben, Austria — Area 53 Festival
7/17 — Zlín, Czech Republic — Masters of Rock Festival(Special Show with Filharmonie Bohuslava Martinů Orchestra)
7/18 — Ferrara, Italy — Ferrara Summer Festival
7/29 — Wacken, Germany — Wacken Open Air
8/14 — Carhaix, France — Motocultor Festival

DARK ASYLYM WORLD TOUR:
WITH KAMELOT + FROZEN CROWN:

8/28 — Orlando, FL — Hard Rock Live
8/29 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade (Heaven)
8/31 — Dallas, TX — The Studio at the Factory
9/2 — Phoenix, AZ — The Van Buren
9/3 — Las Vegas, NV — House of Blues
9/4 — Anaheim, CA — House of Blues
9/5 — San Francisco, CA — The Fillmore
9/7 — Vancouver, BC — Vogue Theatre
9/8 — Seattle, WA — Neptune
9/10 — Salt Lake City, UT — Rockwell at The Complex
9/11 — Denver, CO — Summit Music Hall
9/12 — Kansas City, MO — The Truman
9/14 — Minneapolis, MN — First Avenue
9/15 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave
9/17 — St. Charles, IL — The Arcada Theatre
9/18 — Cleveland, OH — Globe Iron
9/19 — Toronto, ON — Phoenix Concert Theatre
9/20 — Montreal, QC — MTELUS
9/22 — Quebec City, QC — Théâtre Capitole
9/24 — Glenside, PA — Keswick Theatre
9/25 — Worcester, MA — The Palladium
9/26 — New York, NY — Palladium Times Square
9/27 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore Silver Spring

VISIONS OF ATLANTIS ARE:
Clémentine Delauney — Vocals
Michele Guaitoli — Vocals, Piano, Orchestra Arrangements
Thomas Caser — Drums
Christian Douscha — Guitars
Herbert Glos — Bass

DREW BALDRIDGE AND ANNE WILSON LEAVE THEIR "MAKER'S MARK" WITH NEW COLLABORATION

 Chart-topping Country hitmaker Drew Baldridge joins forces with GMA Dove award-winning Christian artist Anne Wilson on the heartfelt new collaboration, "Maker's Mark," available everywhere now. Blending Baldridge's unmistakable country roots with Wilson's powerhouse vocals and faith-filled perspective, the song delivers an uplifting message about faith, purpose, and the everyday choices that shape who we are.  Listen HERE.

Penned by Baldridge alongside GRAMMY-nominated songwriter Laura Veltz and acclaimed songwriters Allison Veltz-Cruz and Lalo Guzman, "Maker's Mark" serves as the first release from the FAITH chapter of Baldridge's forthcoming album, FARM FAITH FAMILY. Through soaring harmonies and heartfelt storytelling, the song encourages listeners to lead with compassion, live with intention, and make every moment count. It also marks the first official collaboration between Baldridge and Wilson, whose shared values and authentic artistry make them a natural musical pairing.

"'Maker's Mark' is one of my favorite songs on the record," says Baldridge. "At its core, it's about the legacy a person leaves behind. That means loving others, giving back, and living with purpose and compassion. It's a reminder to live like Jesus and leave a positive impact wherever life takes you, because above all else, being a good person matters most."

The accompanying official music video, also out today, brings the song's message to life through powerful performance-driven visuals filmed in the beautiful foothills of Tennessee, on a property previously home to superstar Alan Jackson. PEOPLE received the exclusive first look at the collaboration. Watch Below.

"Maker's Mark" will appear on Baldridge's highly anticipated new album, FARM FAITH FAMILY, arriving September 18 via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. The 16-track collection - his major-label debut - is also his most personal project to date, celebrating the values that have shaped both his life and career. Pre-order/pre-save/pre-add HERE.

Baldridge's album announcement continues to build on the momentum of a career-defining year. Fresh off the success of recent releases, he is currently headlining his FARM FAITH FAMILY Tour, bringing new music to fans across the country while also joining Luke Bryan on select dates and performing at fairs and festivals throughout the summer. On September 18, he'll cap off the album's release with his own BIG Baldridge & Bonfire Festival in his hometown of Patoka, Illinois. For tour dates and more information, visit DrewBaldridgeMusic.com. 

About Drew Baldridge: 
Drew Baldridge continues to give fans exactly what they've been asking for: a steady stream of authentic country music rooted in the themes that define him - farm, faith, and family. His latest release, "Maker's Mark," introduces the FAITH chapter of his highly anticipated album, FARM FAITH FAMILY, arriving September 18. The song follows "Diesel & Dirt," which served as the project's introduction, and joins the 16-track collection alongside "Tough People," Baldridge's second consecutive Top 10 hit at country radio.

The new chapter builds on the momentum of Baldridge's RIAA Platinum-certified breakthrough, "She's Somebody's Daughter," which reached No. 1 on the Country Aircheck/Mediabase chart and No. 3 on Billboard's Country Airplay chart. The success made him the only self-funded artist to debut at No. 1 on Mediabase and the highest-charting independent artist in the history of Billboard's Country Airplay chart. The song has generated more than 2 billion streams and impressions and was recognized by the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) as one of its prestigious "10 Songs I Wish I'd Written."

Baldridge will spend 2026 on the road headlining his FARM FAITH FAMILY Tour, while also joining Cody Johnson and Luke Bryan on select dates. Following recent tours across Australia, the U.K., and Europe both headlining and opening for Jelly Roll, he continues to expand his global audience while earning industry recognition, including being named a CRS New Faces of Country Music honoree and MusicRow's 2025 Independent Artist of the Year.

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LORNA SHORE Release New Single & Video For “War Machine” Alongside New Merch Drop

Lorna Shore are giving fans a look inside their 2026 global tour with the release of the new single and video for “War Machine,” filmed across the band’s recent European headlining jaunt with Whitechapel, Shadow Of Intent and Humanity’s Last Breath. See the video BELOW, directed by Nicholas Chance with additional camera work from Daniel Hill and drone footage from Tom and Milford of Bad Wolf Horizon.

 

Alongside the track release is a new merch drop with fresh designs available exclusively at LornaShoreBand.com.

Starting July 14, Lorna Shore will be hitting the road again as direct support on the Motionless In White: The Sweat and Blood Tour. This fall, the band will also embark on a headline tour of Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Find full dates below and for more info and tickets you can also visit lornashoreband.com.

 

“War Machine” hails from Lorna Shore’s explosive album I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me (named one of the best of 2025 by Kerrang, Metal Hammer and Loudwire). Out now via Century Media Records, it’s Lorna Shore’s fifth album and the first in three years since 2022’s Pain Remains and continues the band’s reputation as one of the most impressive extreme metal acts to emerge in recent memory.

 

The quintet, also including lead guitarist Adam De Micco, drummer Austin Archey, rhythm guitarist Andrew O'Connor and bassist Michael Yager, have hit the viral Spotify charts, racked up hundreds of millions of streams, embarked on highly successful tours and in the process, galvanized a significant fanbase that hangs onto the band’s quest for stylistic inversion. But by virtue of physical onslaught and wanting to divine truth from their music, Lorna Shore have kept themselves fired up by torching the metal rulebook at every turn, practically demanding that other genres step up their game.

 

I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me is now available in multiple formats including digital, CD and limited-edition vinyl variants. Fans can stream the album HERE and find their preferred physical and digital retailer HERE. Fans can also shop a merch collection, available HERE.

LORNA SHORE 2026 TOUR DATES

 

Supporting Motionless In White

7/14 Bridgeport, CT @ Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater

7/16 Gilford NH @ BankNH Pavilion

7/18 Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live

7/19 Mansfield, OH @ Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival*

7/21 Charlotte, NC @ Truliant Amphitheater

7/22 Alpharetta, GA @ Ameris Bank Amphitheater

7/24 Dallas, TX @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory

7/25 Houston, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

7/26 Austin, TX @ Germania Insurance Amphitheater

7/28 Albuquerque, NM @ First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater

7/29 Phoenix, AZ @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre

7/31 Los Angeles, CA @ The Kia Forum

8/1 Wheatland, CA @ Toyota Amphitheatre

8/4 Portland, OR @ Theater of the Clouds at Moda Center

8/5 Auburn, WA @ White River Amphitheatre

8/7 Sandy, UT @ The Plaza at America First Field

8/9 Morrison, CO @ Red Rocks

8/11 Oklahoma City, OK @ Zoo Amphitheatre

8/12 Rogers, AR @ Walmart AMP

8/14 Indianapolis, IN @ Everwise Amphitheater

8/15 Sterling Heights, MI @ Michigan Lottery Amp at Freedom Hill

 

Headlining Tour of Asia, Australia & New Zealand

10/2 Shanghai @ Modern Sky Lab

10/4 Taipei @ Legacy Taipei

10/7 Tokyo @ Toyosu PIT

10/8 Tokyo @ Toyosu PIT

10/11 Osaka @ Namba Hatch

10/13 Nagoya @ Diamond Hall

10/16 Melbourne @ John Cain Arena

10/17 Adelaide @ Adelaide Entertainment Center

10/19 Perth @ Metro City

10/21 Sydney @ The Hordern Pavilion

10/23 Brisbane @ Riverstage

10/26 Wellington @ Shed 6

10/28 Auckland @ Powerstation

10/29 Auckland @ Powerstation

*Festival Date

FROM UNDER CONCRETE KINGS Announce New EP Impulse Tension; Share New Single And Video "Covert Cadaver"

Massachusetts heavy music outfit FROM UNDER CONCRETE KINGS will release their new EP, Impulse Tension, on August 25, 2026 via Do Work Productions. The band has also shared the new single "Covert Cadaver," accompanied by a striking music video.

Drawing from chaos, melody, grief, betrayal, and spiritual reckoning, Impulse Tension marks the fourth release from FROM UNDER CONCRETE KINGS and finds the band pushing further into the volatile heaviness and haunting melodic tension that have shaped their sound since 2018.

The EP features Joseph Izayea on lyrics and vocals, Josh Previte on bass, guitar, and vocals, Eric Sheppard on drums, and Alicia Marinelli on guitar. Produced by Josh Previte and Joseph Izayea, Impulse Tension was recorded at Galactic Summit, Linwood Park Studios, and The DoWorkshop. The EP was engineered by Chris Daniele and Josh Previte, with mixing and mastering handled by Chris Daniele.

Speaking on the release, Joseph Izayea shares:

“I’m tremendously excited to announce the release of the third FROM UNDER CONCRETE KINGS record, Impulse Tension. A ton of work and passion went into these songs, speaking on some of the darkest points of my life so far, and this is arguably the best work we’ve ever done as a unit. We brought in some seriously talented friends of ours to make this the very best it could be, and we are extremely grateful to finally show you what we’ve brought to bear. We hope you enjoy it!”

Ahead of the EP, FROM UNDER CONCRETE KINGS have released "Covert Cadaver," a brooding and emotionally volatile track that arrives with an official music video. The song closes Impulse Tension with a shifting storm of sorrow, hope, despair, grief, anger, judgment, acceptance, disbelief, and confusion.

Izayea adds:

“I’m stoked to announce the release of our new music video for the track "Covert Cadaver," dropping ahead of our new album Impulse Tension exclusively on YouTube. We had so much fun working with the Reel58 team at the Broken Chains Biker Church, which I never even knew existed until we put this together, and we’re pumped for this record to see the light of day. Get into it!”

About FROM UNDER CONCRETE KINGS:

FROM UNDER CONCRETE KINGS began with the growing musical chemistry between Josh Previte and Joseph Izayea, who had spent years together in the heavy music scene across projects including CITY OF HOMES, TO DIE THIS NIGHT, and STRUCTURE FAILS. After multiple releases and limited touring under other banners, the pair launched FROM UNDER CONCRETE KINGS as a new collaborative outlet driven by their shared creative direction.

The band’s debut EP, Your Occlusion Unbound, arrived in 2018, followed by Modus Exodus in 2020. Since then, the members have continued to expand their creative reach through projects including SEEKING SIRENS, HARDER TRUTHS, ENTROPY, REVOLVE/EVOLVE, and BLEED LIKE MYLEE. The HARDER TRUTHS collaboration featured contributions from members and alumni of UNEARTH, THROUGH THE EYES OF THE DEAD, SPIRITBOX, and more.

With Impulse Tension, FROM UNDER CONCRETE KINGS return with their most aggressive and chaotic clutch of songs to date, pairing pummeling heaviness with unsettling melody and deeply personal lyrical weight.

Impulse Tension will be released digitally on August 25, 2026.

FROM UNDER CONCRETE KINGS is: 

  • Joseph Izayea — lyrics, vocals

  • Josh Previte — bass, guitar, vocals

  • Eric Sheppard — drums

  • Alicia Marinelli — guitar


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Goroda Release New Single + Video “Do Something Wrong” feat. Bobby Amaru of Saliva

Hard rock band GORODA have unleashed their new single and music video, "Do Something Wrong," featuring Bobby Amaru of Saliva, available now via Judge & Jury Records.

 

After GORODA opened for Saliva at a sold-out show earlier this year, the bands connected. The mutual respect and appreciation they developed led them to join forces and create “Do Something Wrong.”

 

“Our song 'Do Something Wrong' showcases our creative potential and highlights the genres in which we particularly excel in. The track features a striking musical break, as well as a collaboration with a band that has inspired us for many years. In many ways, the song is a scream, not so much for help, but rather as a response to the tense situations unfolding in the modern world. Through this piece, we aim to show that there is always another way to act…that things can be done differently,” shares the band. 

 

Bobby Amaru adds, "When they sent me the song idea, the first thing that grabbed me was the message. From the lyrics alone, I knew they were writing for the world, not just for themselves. It carried a powerful message of unity and hope, and I felt connected to it right away. I also have a lot of respect for their work ethic and the passion they put into everything they do, so it was an easy yes for me."

Lyrically, "Do Something Wrong" challenges the notion that people should be forever defined by where they come from, the mistakes they've made, or the history they've inherited. Instead, the song emphasizes that what truly matters is where you stand today, what you stand for, and who you choose to stand beside. Through its message, GORODA encourages listeners to connect across differences, reject division, and embrace shared humanity. "Do Something Wrong" captures that spirit while introducing the band to an even broader audience through their collaboration with Bobby Amaru.

 

Musically, GORODA has carved out a sound all their own. Drawing from influences that span synth-wave, progressive jazz, classical music, and modern hard rock, the band blends technical musicianship with emotionally charged songwriting to create an unmistakable sonic identity. Their songs serve as vehicles for collective reflection, urging society to confront its mistakes and resist the corrupt officials and institutions of power. 

 

“Do Something Wrong” feat. Bobby Amaru of Saliva is available now on all major streaming platforms!

 

STREAM "Do Something Wrong"

https://ffm.to/dosomethingwrong

Atmospheric Progressive Metal Act FALLEN LETTERS Present "A Familiar Absence"

Hailing from Bengaluru, India, FALLEN LETTERS infuse powerful storytelling into a progressive, heavy sound that refuses to shy away from emotional vulnerability. The new single release, "A Familiar Absence", sees the band continue to develop their style expanding further into heavier realms with contrasting moments of fragility and unease. 

On "A Familiar Absence" the band shares:

"With 'A Familiar Absence', FALLEN LETTERS ventures into darker territory than ever before. Blending eerie atmospheres, expansive melodies and crushing progressive metal, the song feels both intimate and unsettling, moving between fragile restraint and overwhelming catharsis.

Set against the backdrop of a psychological narrative, 'A Familiar Absence' blurs the line between memory and reality, inviting listeners to piece together its meaning with each listen. Rather than revealing its secrets outright, it lingers like a forgotten memory—familiar, elusive, and impossible to shake long after the final note fades.

Built on a foundation of progressive metal, the track incorporates shades of death, black and post-metal while maintaining the band’s signature focus on melody, atmosphere and storytelling."

"A Familiar Absence" emerges with a repeating lead motif and driving momentum in the accompanying rhythm. A sense of urgency and foreboding rises through the instrumental layers across the track. Melodic moments, brighter tones and progressive touches introduce a sense of calm, while the thunderous heavy passages and explosive vocal performances signify something darker. 

"A Familiar Absence" was produced by FALLEN LETTERS. The single release was mixed and mastered by Johan Martin, with the cover artwork created by Aleh Zelenkevich. 

About FALLEN LETTERS:

FALLEN LETTERS is a progressive metal band from Bengaluru, India, formed in 2023. In a short span, the band has positioned itself as one of the most compelling new voices in India’s heavy music landscape, combining atmospheric restraint with crushing intensity while placing emotional and psychological depth at the core of its songwriting.

2025 brought the release of their debut album Mindfractures which has accumulated over 150,000 streams. FALLEN LETTERS have toured multiple Indian cities and earned recognition from Rolling Stone India, The Hindu and appeared on Spotify's editorial playlists.


FALLEN LETTERS is:

Vocals / Guitars / Synths – Vishal Naidu
Guitars – Aditya Ramesh
Bass – Abhay
Drums – Mukund


Connect With FALLEN LETTERS:

Official Website: https://fallenlettersband.com/ 
Bandcamp: https://fallenletters.bandcamp.com/album/mindfractures
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fallenlettersband/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fallenlettersband/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fallenlettersband/

DEVIL’S CUT RELEASE NEW VIDEO FOR TRACK “BLUEGRASS BURNIN'” | WATCH U.S. TOUR WITH CHAD GRAY FROM MUDVAYNE BEGINS NEXT MONTH

DEVIL’S CUT release the official video for “Bluegrass Burnin',” a hard-partying summer anthem from the band’s debut album, ROADKILL. 

The video was directed by Zabb (Sicko, the Bloodclown, Black Metal: The Ultimate Documentary). Watch it below:

The band will also be supporting Chad Gray (Mudvayne, Hellyeah) along with Butcher Babies on a 26-date U.S. tour, kicking off on August 28 in Bloomington, IL and wrapping on October 20 in Nashville, TN. Full dates are below.

Bluegrass to Beaches Tour
August 18 - Memphis, TN - Haven Haus
August 20 - Warner Robbin’s, GA - Reverb Room
August 21 - Sansford, FL - West End Trading Co
August 22 - Tampa, FL - Brass Mug
August 23 - Jacksonville, FL – Eclipse

Chad Gray (Mudvayne) & Butcher Babies
30 Years of Madness Tour
August 28 – Bloomington, IL – The Castle Theater
August 29 – Kansas City, MO – VooDoo at Harrah’s Kansas City
August 30 – Des Moines, IA – Wooly’s
September 1 – St. Louis, MO – Delmar Hall
September 2 – Lincoln, NE – The Bourbon Theatre
September 3 – Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theater
September 5 – Milwaukee, WI – The Rave/Eagles Club – Eagles Ballroom
September 6 – Chicago, IL – Outset
September 8 – Cadillac, MI – The Venue
September 9 – Cleveland, OH – House of Blues
September 11 – Boston, MA – Big Night Live
September 12 – Huntington, NY – The Paramount
September 14 – Philadelphia, PA – Theatre of Living Arts
September 15 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza
September 17 – McKees Rocks, PA – Rosina Theatre Presented by Citizens
October 4 – Los Angeles, CA – The Bellwether
October 5 – San Diego, CA – House of Blues
October 6 – Santa Ana, CA – Observatory OC
October 10 – San Antonio, TX – The Aztec Theatre
October 11 – Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall
October 12 – Dallas, TX – The Studio at The Factory
October 14 – New Orleans, LA – House of Blues
October 16 – Clearwater, FL – OCC Road House & Museum – Music Hall
October 18 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore Charlotte – The Underground
October 19 – Atlanta, GA – Buckhead Theatre
October 20 – Nashville, TN – Brooklyn Bowl

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Hard Rock Supergroup ICONIC Shares New Single "Valley Of Lost Souls" + Lyric Video

Today, hard rock supergroup ICONIC - featuring Michael Sweet (guitars), Joel Hoekstra(guitars), Marco Mendoza (bass), Tommy Aldridge (drums), and Nathan James (vocals) – are pleased to share the new single and lyric video, “Valley Of Lost Souls,” ahead of the release of their upcoming album ‘II,’ out on July 31, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl.

 

Michael Sweet comments:

“What a thrill it is to create and release music with such legends. 'Valley Of Lost Souls' is another song that solidifies who we are as a band and perfectly represents our goal - to remind people of the power of rock.”

 

Joel Hoekstra adds:

“Big thanks to Frontiers for the opportunity to make music with these guys! I hope you enjoy'Valley Of Lost Souls' as much as I enjoyed playing/recording it!”

 

Marco Mendoza states:

“Here’s another killer track! Flying high with the ICONIC flag, great band! Enjoy!”

Watch the Lyric Video for "Valley Of Lost Souls" below:

ICONIC returns with ‘II,’ a second album that doesn’t just continue the band’s journey - it defines it. Where their debut introduced the chemistry between five world-class musicians, II sharpens that vision into a clearer, heavier, and more confident sonic identity, delivering a sound that is more powerful, more direct, and unmistakably rock.

At the heart of the album lies the electrifying guitar partnership of Joel Hoekstra and Michael Sweet, delivering a masterclass in soaring melodies, blazing solos, and muscular riffs that perfectly balance technical brilliance with pure hard-rock attitude. Beneath them, the rhythm section of Tommy Aldridge and Marco Mendoza drives the record with thunderous authority, creating a groove that is both massive and relentless.

The album kicks off with “Cry No More,” a high-octane opener that immediately sets the tone - an energetic slice of hard rock packed with driving riffs, explosive drums, and a chorus built to stick. 

On the other side of the emotional spectrum, “Tears Keep On Falling” showcases the band’s dynamic range, unfolding as an electrifying power ballad where melody, atmosphere, and intensity come together in dramatic fashion.

Towering above it all is Nathan James, whose performance on ‘II’ is nothing short of extraordinary - powerful, soulful, and commanding, elevating every track with unmistakable presence.

With bigger riffs, deeper grooves, and a stronger sense of identity, ‘II’ captures ICONIC at full force: a band no longer introducing itself but fully owning its sound.

Pre-Order 'II' HERE

Line Up:

Nathan James - Vocals

Michael Sweet - Guitars

Joel Hoekstra - Guitars

Marco Mendoza - Bass

Tommy Aldridge - Drums

Keyboards by Antonio Agate

Backing Vocals by Marco Pastorino

Blue Grape Music Welcomes Initiate to the Roster, Band Announces EP Out 8/7 + Shares "Numb the Pain"

BLUE GRAPE MUSIC is thrilled to welcome Southern California's INITIATE —Crystal Pak [vocals], Michael Morales [bass], Draven Carter [guitar], Manning Gray [guitar], and John Hodge [drums] — to the label's global roster.

The band will drop the new WITH LOVE // WITH RAGE EP on August 7. Pre-order it here. 
 
"When I looked back at the lyrics, everything read as a letter, either to another person in my life, my friends, or myself," reveals Pak. "However, a letter to a friend would be signed off 'With Love' not 'With Rage.' I intentionally wrote these songs, so they spoke to these two opposing feelings: Love and rage. You can tell which tracks spill to which side."

Today, the band has shared the video for "NUMB THE PAIN." Watch the Bella Petro-directed visual below.

Widening their collective palette, the musicians nodded to inspirations as diverse as Hum, Deftones, Jane's Addiction, Rage Against The Machine, and Failure as well as longtime favorites Paramore. "We all wondered, 'What would it sound like if Clairo wrote a Quicksand record?,'" Pak says.

Pak continues, "The song starts off with a callback to our last single, 'Alone At the Bottom,' showcasing the ebbs and flows that life can throw at you. Where much of hardcore leans into anthems of brotherhood and sisterhood, this track still embraces those themes, but frames them through a more introspective lens. The addition of melodic softness and acoustic elements makes it clear from the outset that this is meant to land differently — not as a rallying cry, but as something more personal and reflective."

She finishes. "In a way, it stands apart while still feeling connected to the core of what we do — expanding our sound without losing the heart behind it, and showing that strength doesn't always have to come through volume alone."

Initiate will remain on the road for much of 2026. They recently played festivals and headline gigs in Europe and the UK, including a much buzzed-about performance at Outbreak in Manchester. At the festival, Pak joined La Dispute on stage for their set and it was truly a moment that won't be forgotten. The band will also appear at Warped Tour and then support Senses Fail and Koyo this fall. Dates are below.

INITIATE ON TOUR:
FESTIVALS:
7/25–7/26—Long Beach, CA—Warped Tour
8/21–8/22—Montréal, QC—Warped Tour
9/11–9/13—Edmonton, AB—Purple City Music Festival
10/23–10/25—Gainesville, FL—The Fest
11/14–11/15—Orlando, FL—Warped Tour

WITH SENSES FAIL + KOYO:
11/19—Los Angeles, CA—Belasco
11/20—Las Vegas, NV—House of Blues
11/21—San Diego, CA—Observatory North Park
11/23—Portland, OR—Crystal Ballroom
11/24—Seattle, WA—Neptune Theatre
11/27—Salt Lake City, UT—The Depot
11/28—Denver, CO—Summit Music Hall
11/30—Dallas, TX—Echo Lounge & Music Hall
12/1—San Antonio, TX—Aztec Theatre
12/2—Houston, TX—House of Blues
12/4—St. Petersburg, FL—Jannus Live
12/5—Atlanta, GA—Buckhead Theatre
12/6—Nashville, TN—Brooklyn Bowl
12/8—Chicago, IL—House of Blues
12/9—Cincinnati, OH—Bogart’s
12/11—Detroit, MI—Saint Andrew’s Hall
12/12—Toronto, ON—Opera House
12/13—Montreal, QC—Théâtre Beanfield
12/15—Boston, MA—Big Night Live
12/16—Philadelphia, PA—Theatre of Living Arts
12/18—Brooklyn, NY—Warsaw