Folk Metal Duo FORGOTTEN SHRINE Release New Single "Gods Of War," Inspired By The Music Of Skyrim

FORGOTTEN SHRINE traverse dramatic soundscapes and landscapes in the new single release, "Gods Of War." Drawing inspiration from the open-world, mythical realms of Skyrim, "Gods Of War" takes the form of a bard's song in FORGOTTEN SHRINE's characteristic dynamic style. The single is taken from the forthcoming full length Nox Aeterna, set to release independently on November 6, 2026.

Sofia Frasz comments on the origins of "Gods Of War": "I had the idea for this song way before Josh and I even started Forgotten Shrine. I first wrote the lyrics in February 2021, and was thinking about releasing an acoustic Exiled Hope EP at the time. I had wanted to make music that sounded like it could be a Skyrim-style bard’s song, but hadn’t quite found a place for it in the Exiled Hope canon yet. I finally revisited the song shortly after we started Forgotten Shrine, and recorded an updated demo in 2024. Then I sent the demo to Josh, and we embellished and reworked it together."

"Gods Of War" continues the overarching narrative of Nox Aeterna. The album's protagonists, the keepers of an ancient shrine dedicated to art, creativity, and freedom, are well on their way to finding the source of the approaching darkness. They grow weary, however, at the apathy of those they encounter on the road as the impending destruction of all creeps nearer. 

Nox Aeterna was produced, mixed and mastered by Joshua Dalviken. The album artwork was created by Josh Alexander and Joshua Dalviken, with the cover art for "The Parting Glass (Reforged)" created by Josh Alexander and Tricia Alexander. 

About FORGOTTEN SHRINE:
Created by Josh Alexander (Pennsylvania, USA) and Sofia Frasz (Maryland, USA), FORGOTTEN SHRINE fuses the sounds and textures of folk instruments with the power and darkness of metal. Through their genre-crossing arrangements FORGOTTEN SHRINE delve into fantasy realms creating both upbeat songs perfect for embarking on an adventure and heavier offerings for battling shadowy forces. 

Alexander and Frasz combine their compositional styles, instruments and vocal textures to produce dynamic and emotive music. The upcoming full-length sees the duo each take the reins across the track list while ensuring FORGOTTEN SHRINE's core identity remains cohesive. 

FORGOTTEN SHRINE is: 
Josh Alexander - Guitar, Bass, Hurdy Gurdy, Irish Bouzouki, Additional Instruments, Backing Vocals, Composition.
Sofia Frasz - Lead Vocals, Guitar, Lyrics, Composition.

Connect With FORGOTTEN SHRINE: 
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgottenshrineband
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ForgottenShrineBand
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0q7rFp0yxvWoxGWqIt21nI?si=p5jz0YOOROOHFy5jxHAW6A
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/forgotten-shrine/1734698132

Void Sector Zero Announce Thrashing Debut Album Dead Space Enigma

Powered by the gravitational pull of a thousand suns, Void Sector Zero brings together three of extreme metal’s brightest burning stars in guitarist Christian Muenzner (Necrophagist, ex-Obscura, ex-Alkaloid), vocalist and bassist Alex Weber (Revocation, Malignancy, Exist), and drummer Gabe Seeber (Decrepit Birth, Abigail Williams, Carach Angren). While inspired by past greats, the star-powered band’s upcoming debut album, Dead Space Enigma, shreds a hole through the space time continuum with their modern spin on progressive thrash metal.      

Today, Void Sector Zero are announcing Dead Space Enigma with a music video for the album’s stellar lead single. “Vortex Divinium” whirls at warp speed through Area 51.  

“This song was inspired by Bob Lazar’s story about Element 1-15, the element that he says was used to fuel the anti-gravity propulsion system of the alien space craft that he was working on”, Muenzner says. “Musically, the song has a very proggy and neoclassical twist with traces of ‘70s prog and jazz fusion”.

Watch the music video for “Vortex Divinium” below:

Dead Space Enigma comes out December 11, 2026 on Season of Mist.

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The stars of Void Sector Zero first crossed paths in 2022. Muenzner, Weber and Seeber hit it off while all three were playing together in Obscura during the world tour for A Valediction.

“I’ve always wanted to play tech-thrash”, Muenzner says, citing Coroner, Voivod, Toxik, Martyr, Hexenhaus and Aspid as personal favorites. “When I decided to start my own band in this style, I thought of Alex and Gabe. Not only are they both great players, but I knew from our time in Obscura that we had great chemistry both on and off stage”.

“I am extremely excited to be creating music with Christian and Alex as Void Sector Zero”, drummer Gabe Seeber says. “Playing with musicians of this caliber will push me to progress and become a better musician, and there’s no better label to represent us and this sound than Season of Mist”.  

“Dead Space Enigma was a real blast to work on”, vocalist and bassist Alex Weber says. “Chris wrote a very demanding set of tunes that really pushed my bass and vocal techniques to new levels. To date, I feel like this album has the best recorded bass tone that I’ve ever gotten. It also led me to try new things with my voice that I didn’t know I could do. I can’t wait for everyone to hear it!”

Despite the band’s lengthy incubation period, Void Sector Zero hatch something truly mind-blowing on Dead Space Enigma. Fueled by Seeber’s adroit maneuvering from behind the drum kit, “Vortex Divinium” zips through Lazar’s twisted tale from Area 51. “Become god in the blink of an eye”, Weber growls with superhuman force. Catchy melodies fall atop gravity-defying bass runs like stardust as Muenzner shoots off into a shimmering solo that’s more well-traveled than Halley’s Comet.

“Bluesy guitarists like Jimi Hendrix and Robin Trower influence my approach to soloing as much as Yngwie Malmsteen and other great metal guitarists”, Muenzner says. “Whether it’s neoclassical or classic heavy metal, I like to add contrasts to my solos by introducing new colors”.

The video for “Vortex Divinium” was filmed and directed by Jesus Hernandez.  

Despite the band’s lengthy incubation period, like an experiment secreted at Area 51, Void Sector Zero hatch something truly mind-blowing on Dead Space Enigma. The album isn’t bound to one particular concept, but each song opens another portal into science fiction or cosmic horror. Lead single “Vortex Divinium” whirls at hyper speed through the warped mind of Bob Lazar. Propelled by gravity-defying bass runs, a dizzying guitar solo shreds the cosmic divide between tech-trash,‘70s prog rock and jazz fusion.

“Bluesy guitarists like Jimi Hendrix and Robin Trower influence my approach to soloing as much as Yngwie Malmsteen and other great metal guitarists”, Muenzner says. “Whether it’s neoclassical or classic heavy metal, I like to add contrasts to my solos by introducing new colors”.    

While Void Sector Zero gravitate toward tech-thrash, Dead Space Enigma is teeming with life-forms from across the metal universe. Guest vocalist Morean commands the freakishly fast march of “Cybernetic Infantry” from behind an eerily catchy vocoder. Under the influence of hard rock and trad metal, the twisted time signatures of “Extraterrestrial Disassembly” unravel into a DMT trip gone horribly wrong. “I like albums that offer an escape from reality”, Muenzer says. “Ammutseba” bangs heads in honor of the great Lovecraftian deity, but the all-consuming power of its chorus speaks to this band’s place amongst the gods of extreme metal. “A prophecy / Was once foretold”.  

On Dead Space Enigma, Void Sector Zero emerge with a star-studded explosion of progressive thrash metal.

Lineup

Christian Muenzner - Guitars, Synth

Alex Weber - Vocals, Bass

Gabe Seeber - Drums

Guest musicians
Morean (Alkaloid, ex-Dark Fortress) - Vocals on "Dead Space Enigma" & "Extraterrestrial Disassembly"

Recording credits
Guitars and synths recorded at Shredquarter Studios in Mexico City.
Bass and vocals recorded at Alex Weber's home studio.
Drums recorded at Mayhemeness Recording Studio in Sacramento, California.

Production credits
Produced by Christian Muenzner, Pere Revert and Alex Weber.
Mastering, Mixing & Sound Engineer - Pere Revert
Mastering & Mixing Studio - SONNOS Andorra
Drums engineered by Robert Swanson

Cover art
Tim Kokott

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Available Formats
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BRYMIR Cover Scooter's "How Much Is The Fish" + Video!

In the midst of their darkest album to date, Finnish melodic death metallers BRYMIR show their fun side with an unexpected cover. Reworking Scooter's Eurodance classic ''How Much Is The Fish,'' the quartet delivers an additional nod to their stance against ocean pollution, ''Herald of Aegir," from the previous album, Voices In The Sky (2022). Live performances of the song regularly see salmon plushies in the audience, just like live pre-tastes of ''How Much Is The Fish'' over the festival summer have called fans into their very own ''fish pit." BRYMIR certainly know how to hype up their album!

What We Leave Behind releases this Friday, October 2, 2026 via Napalm Records. The band is currently playing release shows in their native Finland and will tour Europe in February and March 2027 — find all dates below.

BRYMIR about "How Much Is The Fish":
''As the album on the whole is definitely the darkest we've done so far, musically and thematically, we wanted to close the album with a bonus song of something defiantly upbeat and silly… And as children of the ever-hopeful golden age of the Eurobeat, we found the perfect song in this classic. When life gives you lemons, transform the juice and keep asking the important questions—like 'How Much is the Fish'? If anybody finds the answer, please contact us immediately.''
 
Watch the Official Music Video for "HOW MUCH IS THE FISH" BELOW:

Helsinki-based BRYMIR make a strong case for melodic death metal with What We Leave Behind, coming October 2, 2026 via Napalm Records! In a darkening world full of existential dread, the Finnish band — singer Viktor Storm Gullichsen, guitarist Joona Björkroth, bassist Jarkko Niemi, and drummer Patrik Fält — takes a stand with their most sinister album yet. Again heavily influenced by their singer’s main job as a movie sound designer, BRYMIR create vast cinematic soundscapes around their sometimes bleak, sometimes hopeful, but always honest messages.
 
Strongly tied to current societal developments, BRYMIR deliver an equally raw and fantastical album. Their darkest output yet, the band’s fifth album hits especially hard—and leaves absolutely no open questions behind. As introspective as it is outspoken, What We Leave Behind is an epic plea for humanity.

BRYMIR about What We Leave Behind:
"Since our previous album, the world certainly hasn't gotten any lighter—and as art reflects life, our fifth album, What We Leave Behind, is the darkest creation we've made so far. Both musically as well as thematically… 'What We Leave Behind?' is the core question explored from many perspectives: from personal hopes, dreams, and fears to societal developments to dark sci-fi and existential despair. Join us on this dark emotional journey, at times violent, at times beautiful, and always honest in baring the soul of what is BRYMIR — no compromise, everything raw and real."

Get Your Copy Of What We Leave Behind NOW.

BRYMIR LIVE 2026:
FESTIVALS:
11/6 — Kempele, FI — ZRock Winter Fest

WHAT WE LEAVE BEHIND TOUR 2026:
WITH SPECIAL GUESTS HORIZON IGNITED + OMNIVORTEX:
9/18 — Vantaa, FI — Skenesali
9/25 — Seinäjoki, FI — Rytmikorjaamo
9/26 — Oulu, FI — 45 Special
10/2 — Tampere, FI — Olympia
10/3 — Lahti, FI — VNUE
10/8 — Jyväskylä, FI — Lutakko
10/9 — Turku, FI — Apollo
10/16 — Kouvola, FI — House of Rock
10/17 — Kuopio, FI — Circus
10/24 — Vaasa, FI — Fanny
10/30 — Hämeenlinna, FI — Suisto
10/31 — Helsinki, FI — Korjaamo

EUROPEAN SPRING 2027:
2/19 — Copenhagen, Denmark — BETA
2/20 — Oslo, Norway — John Dee
2/21 — Stockholm, Sweden — Kollektivet Livet
2/23 — Hamburg, Germany — Knust
2/24 — Aschaffenburg, Germany — Colos-Saal
2/25 — Berlin, Germany — Bi Nuu
2/26 — Stuttgart, Germany — Proton
2/27 — Pratteln, Switzerland — Z7
2/28 — Munich, Germany — Backstage
3/1 — Leipzig, Germany — Hellraiser
3/2 — Neunkirchen, Germany — S. Reithalle
3/3 — Cologne, Germany — Club Volta
3/4 — Sittard, Netherlands — Volt
3/5 — Utrecht, Netherlands — De Helling
3/6 — Bochum, Germany — Gleis 9

BRYMIR ARE:
Viktor Storm Gullichsen — Vocals
Joona Björkroth — Guitars
Jarkko Niemi — Bass
Patrik Fält — Drums

UK Alt-Metal Trio TROPIC GOLD Release New Single "sodium" + Official Music Video

Today, South East England trio TROPIC GOLD have released their brand new single, “sodium,” their second for new label partner, BLKIIBLK, following the release of “WITCH HOUSE” (feat. Harpy) in June.

The band shares:

“‘sodium’ is a story of two things being drawn together despite the destruction— two people, or one and something they can’t let go of. The element of sodium itself is in tears and sweat, what you can taste and feel in exhausting and painful situations. 'Will you take that freak in me?' is the vulnerability at the center of it — asking whether the unfiltered parts of you can be accepted. ‘sodium’ is knowing you’re falling, but craving the feeling enough to give in anyway.”

Watch the Official Music Video for "sodium" Below:

TROPIC GOLD pulls from metalcore, industrial noise, electronic production, and modern alternative culture without ever sitting comfortably in one lane. Self-produced and creatively self-driven, the South East trio have built early momentum through a mix of huge hooks, abrasive electronics, and the kind of volatility that makes their songs feel like they could completely fall apart at any second.

Support from BBC Radio 1, Kerrang!, and Rock Sound has helped push the band well beyond underground buzz, while tours alongside WARGASM, Resolve, Windwaker, and Normandie have quickly established them as a genuinely impressive live band rather than just another internet-heavy project.

The material following last year’s ‘SICK TO DEATH OF EVERYTHING’ EP feels sharper, heavier, and more immediate, leaning harder into contrast without losing the hooks underneath it all.

With appearances at Download Festival and a stage headline slot at 2000trees Festivalthis summer, TROPIC GOLD are starting to feel less like a promising new act and more like a band properly breaking through.

Stream / Listen to "sodium" HERE

TROPIC GOLD Live:

October 15th - London @ Downstairs at The Dome

October 16th - Manchester @ The Deaf Institute

October 17th - Glasgow @ Attic Bar (The Garage)

November 28 - Sheffield @ Novocaine Festival

SILL CROW Revisits it's Musical Legacy with the Re-Release of Four Essential Albums

Some music deserves a second life.

SILL CROW is giving fans exactly that with the re-release of four albums from the band's catalog: Sill Crow, Live From Charleston, Live From Charleston II and New Way.

The re-releases bring the band's music back into the spotlight, offering longtime listeners an opportunity to revisit four important releases while giving new fans a chance to discover the sound, energy and evolution of SILL CROW.

From the band's self-titled SILL CROW to the raw live energy captured across Live From Charleston and Live From Charleston II, and ultimately the musical journey represented by New Way, the collection provides a look at different chapters of the band's story.

FOUR ALBUMS. ONE BAND. A NEW CHANCE TO HEAR IT ALL.

Re-releasing a catalog isn't simply about looking backward.

It's about recognizing that great music can find an entirely new audience years after it was originally released.

For existing SILL CROW fans, these albums offer a chance to return to familiar songs and memories. For listeners discovering the band for the first time, the re-releases provide an opportunity to experience the catalog as a complete body of work.

Live From Charleston and Live From Charleston II capture another side of SILL CROW, the live experience while Sill Crow and New Way showcase the band's recorded work across different points in its musical journey.

Together, the four releases tell a bigger story.

Where the band came from. Where it went. And the music that remains.

A CATALOG WORTH REDISCOVERING

In an era where music is constantly moving forward, revisiting a band's catalog can reveal something that sometimes gets lost in the endless stream of new releases:

The music doesn't have an expiration date.

SILL CROW'S four re-releases give fans an opportunity to press play, turn up the volume and rediscover the songs on their own terms.

Whether you've been with Sill Crow from the beginning or you're hearing the band for the first time, there's never been a better reason to dive into the catalog.

Sill Crow

Live From Charleston

Live From Charleston II

New Way

Four albums. Four chapters. One SILL CROW.

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SILL CROW BIO:

Sounds like gravel in your veins, mud in your heart, and pain in your soul. SILL CROW has returned from the crossroads, having stared down the devil himself, to bring you their very own brand of blues based alternative rock.

Led by Chris Roberts, and formed in 2015, they've unleashed a string of releases, notably their debut album in 2020, all of which showcase their unique blend of thoughtful songwriting, craftsmanship, and unbridled rock fury.

Glasswaves Share "SCARed" — WATCH + LISTEN

Glasswaves, an up 'n' coming, Rochester, New York-based trio that seamlessly blends dark pop, alternative rock, and electronic elements with a heavy and dynamic edge, recently announced their new album while (True). It arrives October 23 via SharpTone Records. Pre-order it here.

The band — Noah Rich [vocals], Owen Miller [guitar], and Brendan Curtis [bass] — shares "SCARed."

Watch the visualizer below. 

The track is at once gorgeously creepy and crushing. It will escort you down the darkest hallways of your mind and grab you by the back of the neck with its artful ferocity.
 

"'SCARed' captures that moment when your thoughts turn to static, and you can't tell what's real, what's memory, or what's just yourself unraveling," explains Noah about the song's inspiration point. "From the moment Owen, our producer, and I got in the room with this song, we knew it was something special."

Regarding the album as a whole, Noah states, "while(True) is our most ambitious and personal release yet. Through the story of a failing medical technology company experimenting with dream manipulation, we explore themes of trauma, addiction, perception, and the unseen forces that shape the way we think. More than anything, this album represents our growth as writers. We challenged ourselves creatively, stopped following expectations, and made the record we truly wanted to make. We can't wait for people to experience the world of while(True) and find their own meaning within it."

In an effort to seemingly better understand and treat trauma, addiction, and obsession, a med-tech company called Liminal-Neuro runs psychological tests on various subjects by administering an experimental drug labeled "Neuro Veil."

When these experiments fail, a radiant ancient female entity known as “The Veil” materializes, embodying the subject’s most intimate desires. This manipulative force brings out the worst in her victims and incites unimaginable horror. 

Undeterred by ethics, Liminal-Neuro's lead doctor makes it his mission to find her…

This story could certainly serve as the plotline for an epic sci-fi horror mini-series or even some actual news headline. However, it plays out in captivating fashion on Glasswaves’ full-length debut LP, while(True). The Rochester, NY trio set the narrative's action to a soundtrack electrified by bursts of cathartic metalcore, shockwaves of ethereal hard rock, and spasms of vulnerable dark pop. 

Coupled with big screen-worthy storytelling, the collective, which formed in 2023 and steadily built a following through singles, an EP, and touring, instantly strike a chord on multiple levels.

"People will see things happening and choose not to do anything, because it’s easier than taking action,” explains Miller. "Developments like A.I. data centers deplete natural resources, but nobody seems to care. 'The Veil' represents this sort of selfishness. Even though the company Liminal Neuro promises to get rid of your fears and worries and empower you to become the person you want to be, the doctors are merely using everyone just to find 'The Veil.'"

Throughout 2026, the musicians assembled while(True) alongside producer Justin Spaulding, working out of Atlanta and New York as well as via Discord. The group mined a diverse swath of inspirations, spanning The Neighbourhood, Tame Impala, The Plot In You, Sace6, and Bring Me The Horizon. 

Ultimately, Glasswaves have crafted a multi-dimensional world without comparison.

coldrain's Highly-Anticipated New Album 'OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE' Out Now via Century Media Records

A long time in the making: After dropping their digital EP “OPTIMIZE” October 25th, 2025, Japanese rock quintet coldrain have released their long-anticipated 8th full length album “OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE”. Spanning 12 tracks, the album sees the band seamlessly navigate the line between rock and metal, powered by their trademark sound and electrifying energy. Guest features from Bert McCracken (The Used) and Kenta Koie (Crossfaith, Aftervoid) add further depth, resulting in a record that feels fresh, ambitious, and captivating throughout. The album includes the band’s prior single releases “INCOMPLETE”, “CHASING SHADOWS”, and “FREE FALL”, and “EX-HUMANITY”, and “POISON”.

BUY/STREAM THE NEW ALBUM HERE

WATCH THE ALBUM TRAILER Below:

coldrain announced their “OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE JAPAN TOUR”, which will be happening from October to December 2026. All dates and further info here: https://coldrain.jp/blogs/live

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- OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE JAPAN TOUR 2026 -

06.10.2026 - Japan, Kawasaki: CLUB CITTA'

10.10.2026 - Japan, Hiroshima: BLUE LIVE HIROSHIMA

17.10.2026 - Japan, Fukuoka: UNITED LAB

21.10.2026 - Japan, Sapporo: PENNY LANE24

22.10.2026 - Japan, Sapporo: PENNY LANE24

01.11.2026 - Japan, Kanazawa: EIGHT HALL

03.11.2026 - Japan, Niigata: NIIGATA LOTS

29.11.2026 - Japan, Sendai: SENDAI GIGS

01.12.2026 - Japan, Osaka: NAMBA HATCH

02.12.2026 - Japan, Nagoya: COMTEC PORTBASE

08.12.2026 - Japan, Tokyo: TOYOSU PIT

09.12.2026 - Japan, Tokyo: TOYOSU PIT

Credit: Yusuke Yamatani

ABOUT COLDRAIN:

The title OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE is itself a warning: a caution against a world in which the rise of AI has come to symbolize humanity’s growing confusion over what it means to be human. More than a framework of “against AI” or “against technology,” this album calls for the liberation of the soul in response to a world that is steadily being bleached of color, and to the brutality of people who, having stopped thinking for themselves, continue to hurt one another. That is the reason coldrain continues to fight. And OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE is the album where that essence appears more youthful, pure, and unfiltered than ever before - a human fuse burning toward ignition.

Coldrain, the quintet that is about to release their 8th album, first emerged in Japan in 2007, proudly identifying themselves as a “loud rock” band. Their songwriting, heavily influenced by the nu-metal and emo/screamo movements of the 2000s, resonated directly with the youth culture of America at the time. Yet in the Japanese rock scene of that era, “loud music” was still largely associated with melodic punk and pop-punk. As a result of that advance, coldrain absorbed musical elements far beyond nu-metal and screamo alone. While maintaining melodies that carried a distinctly Japanese sense of emotion, they transformed into a chimera capable of crossing through every subgenre of rock. Their ability to be both heavy and endlessly pop became their greatest weapon.

Now, especially since joining forces with Century Media Records, the very fact that their music cannot be defined by a single attribute - and the very “in-between” quality of their style - has become a musical identity unconstrained by borders or genres, radiating an originality that stands among the strongest in the world. 

coldrain are a band whose lives were changed by music that could never have been born in Japan, and yet they themselves are a hybrid that could only have emerged from the Galápagos-like environment of Japan. That is coldrain. Rather than needing to acquire a new place, coldrain were able to turn simply “being themselves” into music in its most unfiltered form. As a result, OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE is pierced throughout by a youthful rawness that feels almost impossible for a band nearing twenty years since its formation.

Abysmal Dawn Release Drum Playthrough for Latest Single “Cradle of Affliction”

After more than two decades, Abysmal Dawn remain one of death metal’s most consistently crushing creative forces. While the Los Angeles natives are working on their upcoming fifth album, next month, the band are hitting the road with Obscura, Thulcandra and Orion Rise on their first-ever tour of Mexico. During this 8-day trek, Abysmal Dawn will perform songs from across their critically-acclaimed discography, including their latest single “Cradle of Affliction”.    

As Abysmal Dawn gears up for next month’s Mexico tour, today, drummer James Coppolino is releasing an official playthrough video of “Cradle of Affliction”. With its bone-crushing groove, blinding fills and steady pounding of double bass, the band’s latest single proves why they have such unholy staying power.   

Watch Abysmal Dawn’s official drum playthrough for “Cradle of Affliction” below:

Stream "Cradle of Affliction”
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Abysmal Dawn Beyond the Seventh Sun Mexico 2026 Tour
with Obscura, Thulcandra and Orion Rise

October 8 – Morelia @ Salon Arena [TICKETS]
October 9 – Leon @ Rockstar Burger [TICKETS]
October 10 – Guadalajara @ C3 Stage [TICKETS]
October 11 – San Luis Potosi @ Bunker 57 [TICKETS]
October 15 – Chihuahua @ Pistoleros Bar [TICKETS]
October 16 – Mexico City @ Foro Veintiocho [TICKETS]
October 17 – Monterrey @ Terraza Sultan [TICKETS]
October 18 – Durango @ Levenda De Analco [TICKETS]

Abysmal Dawn’s latest album Phylogenesis and their most-recent EP Nightmare Frontier are both now available through Season of Mist.

Order
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During the height of the worldwide apocalyptic dystopia of 2020, Abysmal Dawnpersevered and released one of the greatest albums of their career, Phylogenesis.

In 2022, the technical death metal icons picked up where they left off and unleashed the harrowing four-song Nightmare Frontier. The EP includes an original track, a newly re-recorded version of the 2006 demo “Blacken the Sky”, and two epic cover songs that showcase the band’s musical versatility and limitless talent.

As the completion of their fifth full-length draws near, in October 2026, Abysmal Dawn are embarking on their first tour of Mexico. During this 8-date run with Obscura, Thulcandra and Orion Rise, the band will perform their latest single, “Cradle of Affliction”, live in all its accursed glory.  

Lineup
Charles Elliott: Guitars, Vocals
Eliseo Garcia: Bass, Additional vocals
James Coppolino: Drums
Vito Petroni: Guitars

Production credits for "Cradle of Affliction"
Guitars, bass and vocals recorded at Tastemaker Audio by Charles Elliott (tastemakeraudio.us).
Drums recorded at Trench Studios by John Haddad.
Produced by Charles Elliott and Abysmal Dawn.
Mixed and mastered by Charles Elliott

Booking Agent:
North America: steph@continental-concerts.us
Europe: stephen.moss@echelonartists.com

Stream: https://linktr.ee/abysmaldawn
Order: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/absymaldawn

Follow Abysmal Dawn:
Bandcamp: https://abysmaldawn.bandcamp.com/
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/abysmal-dawn/159709532
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2h7HrMDoZpWxx3uAuJxyj9
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Instagram: www.instagram.com/abysmaldawn
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CHEZ KANE Reveals Brand New Single “Strip Me Down” Out Now via Frontiers Music Srl

British rocker CHEZ KANE is thrilled to reveal her brand new single, "Strip Me Down," along with an official video, out now via Frontiers Music Srl. The song is taken from her latest studio album 'Reckless,' which was released in March.

The release also includes “Hot Wired Heart," a previously unreleased B-side, available on all streaming platforms. 

CHEZ commented:

“'Strip Me Down' is another little piece of the 'Reckless' story and I definitely wanted to turn up the heat with this one! It’s sexy, playful and a little bit naughty, with a real sense of temptation and attitude. Just when you thought we’d finished with 'Reckless,' we’ve got a brand new music video for 'Strip Me Down' and a bonus track included.”

Watch the Official Video for “Strip Me Down" Below:

CHEZ KANE has firmly established herself as one of the most exciting voices in modern melodic rock, bringing the larger-than-life spirit of the genre’s golden era into the present day with soaring vocals, infectious hooks and unmistakable charisma.

Following the success of her first two albums, CHEZ returned in March with her third studio record, ‘Reckless’ - an explosive collection of arena-ready anthems, slick guitar work and unapologetic ’80s-style swagger. Bigger in sound and richer in emotion, the album further cemented her reputation as a standout artist in the new generation of melodic rock.

Once again written and produced by Danny Rexon, frontman of Swedish hard rockers Crazy Lixx, ‘Reckless’ built on the creative partnership that has helped define CHEZ’s solo career. Together, they have developed a sound that celebrates the glory days of melodic and hard rock while injecting them with fresh energy and modern production.

From glam-infused rockers to emotional slow-burners, CHEZ’s music is driven by huge choruses, memorable melodies and a powerhouse voice made for the biggest stages. Across three albums, her growing confidence and unmistakable personality have shown that she isn’t simply paying tribute to the sound of the ’80s - she’s helping carry it forward.

Now, following ‘Reckless,’ CHEZ KANE opens the next chapter with a brand-new track, offering another dose of the energy, attitude and melodic firepower that have become her trademark, while giving fans their first taste of what comes next.

Bold, infectious and built to be played loud, CHEZ KANE continues to prove that melodic rock is very much alive - and she’s right at the heart of it.

Order 'Reckless' HERE

Goth Rock Icons THE 69 EYES Unveil New Single “Brandon Lee (Forma Acustica)” + Official Music Video

THE 69 EYES are thrilled to unveil their new single “Brandon Lee (Forma Acustica),” out now via BLKIIBLK. 

Originally featured on ‘Blessed Be,’ the song was first released in 2000 and became an international success for the band. Its title refers to the late American actor Brandon Lee, who played the lead role in the dark cult classic “The Crow” (1993).

The single was mixed by acclaimed American producer Matt Hyde, who also produced THE 69 EYES’ ‘Back In Blood,’ recorded in Los Angeles in 2009. Known for his work with Slayer and Deftones, Hyde most recently mixed Megadeth’s self-titled album ‘Megadeth’ (2026), which reached No. 1 in the United States.

The music video for the track was filmed at Suomenlinna, Helsinki, and directed by Elias Ryynänen. Paparazzi models Corinna Puleo and Lotte Vainio bring timeless catwalk glamour to the band’s gothic rock world, evoking the turn-of-the-millennium aesthetic.

The single is the first taste of an acoustic record, set for release in early 2027. THE 69 EYES will also bring their melodic side on tour in February next year, with a nationwide concert hall tour across Finland.

Watch the Music Video for “Brandon Lee (Forma Acustica)” Below:

Once you’ve survived the 80s rock scene, you become unstoppable - and THE 69 EYESare 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 day.

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 in glam, another one in goth, THE 69 EYES have released thirteen albums, reaching gold and platinum and 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, lead and rhythm guitar, bass, and drums are the classic rock band lineup. 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.

THE 69 EYES are:

Jyrki 69 – Vocals

Bazie – Guitar, Backing Vocals

Timo-Timo – Guitar

Archzie – Bass, Backing Vocals

Jussi 69 – Drums

Swedish Hard Rock Heavyweights HARDCORE SUPERSTAR Officially Sign to Frontiers Music Srl Share New Single "Halo"

Frontiers Music Srl is proud to announce the signing of Swedish hard rock heavyweights HARDCORE SUPERSTAR, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for one of Scandinavia’s most enduring and explosive rock bands.

The partnership kicks off with the release of HARDCORE SUPERSTAR’s brand-new single, “Halo,” just days before the band launches the Scandinavian leg of its “Dirty Halo Tour” on October 2nd.

The band comments:

“We’re really excited to start this new chapter with Frontiers. After all these years, we’re still just as hungry to make great records, play loud, and push HARDCORE SUPERSTAR forward. We feel Frontiers understands where we come from, but more importantly, where we want to go next. There’s a lot of new music coming, and we can’t wait to get it out there.”

Aldo Lonobile, VP of Global A&R, Frontiers Label Group, states:

“Being a fan of the band for many years, I am particularly excited to welcome HARDCORE SUPERSTAR to Frontiers! They have built an incredible legacy, but I truly believe they still have a lot to say and many more chapters to write. We’re excited to be the right partner for their next steps and to support their vision as they enter this new chapter.”

Raw, loud, and unapologetic, “Halo” captures HARDCORE SUPERSTAR at their most direct. Built on heavy riffs, attitude and a chorus made for the live stage, the song revels in the turmoil between chaos and redemption, where bitter truths, wine-soaked spite and fake prayers collide.

The band described the new single by saying:

“'Halo' is an anthem for people faking their prayers in the hope of securing a little grace under their Dirty Halo. It’s about that distorted line that lies somewhere between praying for redemption and embracing the chaos - the sins, mistakes, and bad decisions you can’t take back.”

Watch the Official Music Video for "Halo" Below:

The new single arrives as HARDCORE SUPERSTAR prepares to return to the road for the “Dirty Halo Tour,” a 20-date run through Sweden and Finland beginning October 2nd in Malmö. The tour will continue into Europe and the rest of the world during 2027.

“We are excited to be back on the road for this long-awaited tour. We love the chaos, the crowds, the late nights and the connection with the fans. This tour is going to be something special,” said HARDCORE SUPERSTAR.

Alongside preparations for the tour, the band is currently in the studio working on the follow-up to their acclaimed album ‘Abrakadabra.’ The upcoming release will also be the first to feature new drummer Efraim Larsson (Gathering Of Kings, Masterplan).

HARDCORE SUPERSTAR Live:

"Dirty Halo Tour 2026"

10/02 - Malmö, Sweden @ Slagthuset

10/03 - Gotland, Sweden @ Birka Viking Line

10/09 - Norrköping, Sweden @ Arbis

10/10 - Skövde, Sweden @ Lokstallet

10/13 - Helsinki, Finland @ Tavastia

10/14 - Tampere, Finland @ Tavara Asema

10/15 - Turku, Finland @ Teatro-Sali Logomo

10/23 - Örebro, Sweden @ Frimis Salonger

10/24 - Motala, Sweden @ Saluhallen

10/30 - Trollhättan, Sweden @ Folkets Hus Kulturhuset

10/31 - Västerås, Sweden @ Steam Hotel

11/04 - Uppsala, Sweden @ Katalin

11/05 - Stockholm, Sweden @ Börsen

11/06 - Skellefteå, Sweden @ Sara Kulturhus

11/07 - Umeå, Sweden @ Folkets Hus

11/13 - Gävle, Sweden @ Musikhuset

11/14 - Krylbo, Sweden @ Torp

11/19 - Göteborg, Sweden @ Pustervik

11/20 - Kristianstad, Sweden @ Biljardkompaniet

11/21 - Helsingborg, Sweden @ The Tivoli

Tickets and further tour information are available HERE

📸: Eva Wistemar

Over the course of their career, HARDCORE SUPERSTAR have built a formidable international reputation with their unmistakable blend of hard rock, sleaze, thrash and street-metal attitude. Driven by relentless worldwide touring and a catalogue packed with hard rock anthems, the band have earned a devoted global following and a reputation for explosive live performances.

In recent years, HARDCORE SUPERSTAR have continued to reach new audiences through high-profile appearances and placements, including multiple songs featured in the HBO Max series “Peacemaker,” created by James Gunn, while maintaining the relentless touring schedule that has been central to the band since its earliest days.

With “Halo,” a major new tour and more new music on the horizon, HARDCORE SUPERSTAR’s partnership with Frontiers Music Srl signals the start of a new era for the Swedish rock legends.

HARDCORE SUPERSTAR are:

Joakim “Jocke” Berg - Vocals

Martin Sandvik - Bass

Vic Zino - Guitar

Efraim Larsson – Drums

Katerina Nicole Drops "The Weight of a Thousand Skies" Video — WATCH

"The Weight of a Thousand Skies" is a song about the feeling of carrying the weight of rejection, uncertainty, and everything that comes with trying to build a life around something you truly believe in.

Watch the video below. 

"For me, a big part of the song comes from repeatedly putting myself out there in the music industry — reaching out, taking chances, trying to create opportunities, and sometimes being met with rejection or complete silence," says singer Katerina Nicole. "After a while, that silence can start to feel incredibly heavy. You start questioning yourself, wondering if you’re good enough, and asking how many times you're willing to try again."

She continues. "I also wanted the meaning to be bigger than just my experience in music. Everyone goes through periods where life feels like it's piling more and more weight onto them — expectations, setbacks, responsibilities, disappointment, and the feeling that you have to keep functioning through all of it That’s what "The Weight of a Thousand Skies" represents to me: carrying an enormous amount of uncertainty and still choosing to believe that what you’re working toward is worth fighting for. For me, this song is about betting on yourself when nobody else is willing to. And maybe that’s the hardest part of chasing a dream: accepting that sometimes the only person who can keep the fire alive is you."

Blending the crushing intensity of modern metalcore with soaring melodies and raw emotional honesty, the Canadian-born independent artist continues to carve out her own lane with each release.

New Heavy Music From floya — LISTEN + WATCH

More than a year has passed since FLOYA last offered a glimpse into their world. Now, the German modern rock duo finally breaks the silence with "Juneau,"  via Arising Empire.

Rather than explaining where they have been, FLOYA let the music speak for itself. "Juneau" feels immediately recognizable, carrying the soaring melodies, atmospheric electronics and emotional immediacy that have defined the duo from the beginning. Yet there is something different beneath the surface. The sound feels heavier, deeper, and more grounded, revealing a new sense of gravity without sacrificing the infectious hooks at the heart of FLOYA's identity.

Built around an enormous chorus and an irresistible modern rock pulse, "Juneau" balances euphoria with vulnerability. Phil Bayer's expressive vocals move from intimacy to soaring release while Marv Wilder's guitars and the track's expansive production create a sound that feels simultaneously weightless and crushing.

Lyrically, "Juneau" dives into the overwhelming pull of surrender. Images of exposed nerves, scars, violent highs and waves that threaten to consume turn intimacy into something almost physical: a desperate attempt to silence the noise within and find relief through another person. The repeated admission that "it feels like dying, yet I remain" captures the song's emotional contradiction, caught between destruction and rebirth, pain, and release.

Since emerging in 2022, FLOYA have carved out a distinctive space between modern rock and electronic music. Formed by vocalist Phil Bayer and guitarist Marv Wilder, the duo introduced their full artistic vision with debut album Yume in 2024, combining arena-sized rock melodies with expansive EDM soundscapes and an unmistakably uplifting emotional core.

That vision has quickly found an international audience. FLOYA have amassed more than 20 million Spotify streams and over 90,000 monthly listeners, while their music has generated millions of additional plays across YouTube. Their rise has taken them across Europe alongside artists including Holding Absence, Dead Poet Society, Thornhill and Siamese, as well as to Japan and festival stages including Resurrection Fest, Radar Festival, Euroblast and Reeperbahn Festival. Their debut album release show in Essen also sold out, underlining the rapidly growing community surrounding the band.

With "Juneau," however, FLOYA appear less interested in looking back than in leaving a question hanging in the air. It is catchy, vulnerable and unmistakably theirs, but carries a darker emotional weight than what came before.

Whether it is a standalone moment or the first signal of something much bigger remains unanswered.

FLOYA LIVE:

10/10 — Frankfurt Am Main, DE — Batschkapp
11/28 — Leipzig, DE — Haus Auensee

New Heavy Music From Plume — LISTEN + WATCH

With their brand new album Saferooms & Healing Frequencies, PLUME step fully into a world of their own. Blurring the boundaries between modern metal, hyper-pop, alternative rock, and electronic music, the band delivers a record that feels as emotionally exposed as it is sonically ambitious. Glittering electronics collide with crushing guitars, fractured rhythms and huge melodies, creating a sound that constantly shifts between vulnerability and impact.

At the heart of Saferooms & Healing Frequencies lies the search for safety in a world that rarely stands still. Across the album, PLUME explore anxiety, emotional overload, pain, and the need to find somewhere to breathe, process and heal. Rather than separating heaviness from beauty, the band allow both to exist side-by-side, turning moments of fragility into explosive releases and intimate thoughts into towering choruses.

Arriving alongside the album, "Frankincense" captures that contrast perfectly. Airy, melodic cleans drift through glitching electronics before sharp screams and crushing guitars tear through the atmosphere. Moving between quiet vulnerability and full-force intensity, the track deals with processing pain and searching for a safe place to finally put it down. In many ways, "Frankincense" serves as a perfect gateway into the album, showcasing PLUME at both their most intimate and their most intense.

That constant tension is essential to PLUME. Their songs are built as multilayered sonic sculptures, distorted and driven by synthesizers, unpredictable rhythms and an urge to push beyond conventional genre boundaries. Pop remains at the core, but comfort and predictability rarely do.
The same uncompromising approach extends far beyond the music. PLUME have developed a distinctive visual universe in which glam rock-inspired styling meets a contemporary digital aesthetic. Describing themselves as a "New Generation of Rockstars," the band treats every element as part of the same creative vision. Their live performances follow that philosophy, transforming concerts into relentless, atmospheric and meticulously constructed experiences where music, movement and aesthetics become one.

With their creative ideas, explosive live presence and unmistakable aesthetic, PLUME are rapidly establishing themselves as one of the most exciting rising names in the modern heavy scene. Rather than simply revisiting the language of rock music, they pull it apart and rebuild it through the lens of a generation raised equally on heavy guitars, digital culture and pop.

Saferooms & Healing Frequencies is the clearest expression of that identity yet: Bold, vulnerable, chaotic and deeply melodic. It is a record about finding shelter without hiding from what hurts, and about turning those emotions into something loud enough to be shared. PLUME are not interested in becoming an echo of what rock once was. They are shaping what it could become next.

THUNDERMOTHER Announce New Album "Mothers of Thunder" Out February 5, 2027

Swedish hard rock queens THUNDERMOTHER are back with their Napalm Records studio debut, Mothers of Thunder, out on February 5, 2027. Their seventh album once again proves that the genre's leading ladies can do everything men could — and maybe even better. Their rock 'n' roll vibe comes in with dirty riffs and cheeky lines, the powerful delivery begging for energetic live shows.

THUNDERMOTHER have previously proven to excel at just that: after opening for the legendary Scorpions and Judas Priest, playing at iconic festivals like Wacken Open Air, Summer Breeze, or Sweden Rock, and releasing their first live album, Live'n'Alive, in 2026, the four-piece is ready for a new era. Mothers of Thunder is high-energy encouragement for women as well as thrilling, head-bopping fun for everyone else.

Along with the announcement, THUNDERMOTHER turn the genre on its head with the first single, ''Bimbo Boost." Playing the epic riff to Deep Purple's "Smoke On The Water'' backwards, the four-piece addresses the pressure on female artists to always look perfect when going on stage — an expectation that passes by male musicians.

THUNDERMOTHER about '"Bimbo Boost'":
''It's damn hard being a woman. We have to do our makeup, straighten our hair, reverse aging, and always look our best. It's exhausting. We wish we had a magic guitar booster pedal that instantly did all of that for us! We love making fun music videos, and this time we went bananas!”

Watch the Official Music Video for ''Bimbo Boost'' Below:

With their seventh album, THUNDERMOTHER take a step to become nothing less than rock goddesses. Mothers of Thunder is their time to shine, putting genre colleagues in their places with ease. The future belongs to THUNDERMOTHER!

THUNDERMOTHER about Mothers of Thunder:
''We know that it's what every band says when they're releasing a new album, but this time it's true. This is the best THUNDERMOTHER album yet! The songwriting, the playing, and the lyrical themes have reached the next level, and we can't wait to share Mothers of Thunder with the world!

"Mothers of Thunder has killer riffs, groovy grooves, and powerful vocals paired with fun energy and the occasional serious tone. But most importantly, it has Filippa, Joan, Linnéa, and Majsan! Our musicianship gets a real chance to shine, and I think you can hear how much fun we're having through your speakers.

"This album is for you, the old fans, the new fans, and the future fans. Together we will make sure to keep rock'n'roll alive and kicking! We are THUNDERMOTHER, and this is Mothers of Thunder. Play it loud, sing along, and don't forget to ROCK!”

Get Your Copy Of Mothers of Thunder NOW!

THUNDERMOTHER LIVE 2026:
FESTIVALS:
11/14 — Vikingline, SE — Rock at Sea

MOTHERS OF THUNDER TOUR 2027:
WITH BONAFIDE:
2/19 — Utrecht, NL — Tivoli Vredenburg
2/20 — Cologne, DE — Live Music Hall
2/21 — Bochum, DE — Zeche
2/23 — Bensheim, DE — Musiktheater Rex
2/24 — Salzburg, AT — Rockhouse
2/26 — Obertraubling, DE — Airport Eventhall*
2/27 — Munich, DE — Backstage
2/28 — Memmingen, DE — Kaminwerk
3/2 — Zurich, CH — Dynamo
3/3 — Aschaffenburg, DE — Colos-Saal
3/5 — Stuttgart, DE — Im Wizemann
3/6 — Saarbrucken, DE — Garage
3/7 — Hanover, DE — Capitol
*THUNDERMOTHER ONLY

WITH THE KARMA EFFECT:
3/19 — Hamburg, DE — Große Freiheit 36
3/20 — Berlin, DE — Festsaal Kreuzberg
3/21 — Nuremberg, DE — Hirsch
3/23 — Linz, AT — Posthof
3/24 — Budapest, HU — Barba Negra
3/26 — Vienna, AT — SIMM City
3/27 — Leipzig, DE — Hellraiser
3/28 — Warsaw, PL — Hydrozagadka
3/30 — Copenhagen, DK — Vega
4/1 — Gothenburg, SE — Monument
4/2 — Oslo, NO — John Dee
4/3 — Stockholm, SE — Debaser Strand

THUNDERMOTHER ARE:
Filippa Nässil — Guitar, Backing Vocals
Linnéa Vikström Egg — Lead Vocals, Guitar
Majsan Lindberg — Bass, Backing Vocals
Joan Massing — Drums

CROSSBONE SKULLY ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM "CONDEMNED TO ROCK N' ROLL" + DROP "RIDING WITH ANGELS" VIDEO

Crossbone Skully, formed by Tommy Henriksen (Alice Cooper, Hollywood Vampires), announce their sophomore album 'Condemned to Rock n' Roll', arriving January 29 via earMUSIC. Alongside the album announcement, Crossbone Skully drop their brand-new single ''Riding With Angels',' available now on all digital platforms.

Watch the video below.

Following ''Thunder Love," featuring Phil Collen', the new single offers another glimpse into the world of Condemned to Rock n' Roll, an album that captures the full spectrum of the band's sound and spirit.

''Condemned to Rock n' Roll'' draws inspiration from music that has shaped Henriksen throughout this life, from '80s metal, classic rock, pop, country, and everything in between. The result is what Henriksen stands for: ''Condemned to Rock n’ Roll is the sound of a life spent chasing the dream, the song, and everything that comes with it.''

Across the album's 14 tracks, themes of love, rebellion, and survival collide with Henriksen's unmistakable songwriting and voice. At its core, lies a simple truth:  ''I didn’t choose rock n' roll. I was condemned to it.''

Fronted by Henriksen and featuring fellow Alice Cooper guitarist Anna ''Blackthorn'' Cara, Crossbone Skully continue to expand their universe with a revolving cast of Rock n' Roll Misfits and collaborators. Behind the scenes, the album reunites Henriksen with executive producer Mutt Lange, acclaimed engineers Mike Plotnikoff and Olle Romo, mastering engineer Howie Weinberg, and Grammy-nominated mixer Jay Ruston, creating a powerhouse team behind the record.

PRE-ORDER THE ALBUM HERE.

ABOUT "RIDING WITH ANGELS":
Where ''Thunder Love'' delivered raw power and relentless energy, ''Riding With Angels'' reveals a different side of Crossbone Skully.
Henriksen explains, '''Riding With Angels' pays tribute to the people who hav traveled alongside me - the ones who supported me, believed in me, and helped me get through to the light.''

With the album now officially announced and available for pre-order, Crossbone Skully invite fans old and new to join them for the next chapter.

bødyWash. Share "baTTle" — LISTEN

bødyWash are a nu metal x alternative metal band from Nashville, Tennessee, featuring Jacob "Mogli" Horenburg on vocals; David Abbott on drums; Nick Conroy on guitar; and Luke Shoemaker on bass. The band exists to make heavy music feel massive again.

Today, they share their new single "baTTle." Listen here.

Watch the video Below:

"Coming off our surprise performance at Holy Smoke, we're pushing bødyWash into an even more aggressive place. We linked with Stema on our new track and brought a new layer of chaos and energy to this record, and the visual carries that same intensity. This release feels like another step toward what we’re building for 2027," says Mogli.

bødyWash write songs built around pressure, self-examination, and the process of pulling yourself back together. The music is aggressive, melodic, and emotionally exposed, with a focus on weight, atmosphere, and hooks that stay with people. Every part of the band’s sound is designed to feel immediate, from the guitars and drums to the vocals and visual identity.

That clarity has translated into rapid growth across streaming and social platforms. Through performance-driven content and a strong connection with new listeners, bødyWash has built momentum without relying on nostalgia or imitation. The band is part of a wider return to heavy music, but its focus is on where the genre can go next. 

The long-term goal is simple: build a modern heavy band with cultural reach. bødyWash is making music for people carrying tension they do not know how to name, and for anyone trying to turn pain, anger, and isolation into something they can survive.

Rising Singer/Songwriter Kinsley Unveils Debut EP Learn To Live

Long before she began writing songs, MCA artist and Sony Music Nashville writer Kinsley turned to poetry as a way to process her feelings, experiences and the world around her. That love found its way into songwriting, where she discovered a place to tell stories with the honesty and emotion that have become central to her artistry. The 22-year-old singer/songwriter unveils her debut EP Learn To Live, available now via MCA.
 
“I hope people hear these songs and feel like they can find a piece of their own story in them,” shares Kinsley. “I’ve been in places where I didn’t have the words for what I was feeling, and music gave me somewhere to put all of that. I want to make music that gives people a place to feel seen, understood and a little less alone, the same way music has done that for me.”
 
Written with David DeVaul and Jack Hummel, Kinsley sets the tone for the project with “Pieces of Me,” a deeply personal introduction to her songwriting and the questions of identity that run through the project, set against an increasingly expansive production.
 
On “Someone Prayed For Me” and “Waiting Room,” she delves into darker territory, pulling from personal experiences and the stories of those around her to examine moments of struggle, uncertainty and the search for something to hold onto.
 
Featuring critically-acclaimed songstress Caitlyn Smith, who also serves as a co-writer on the track, “Cold July” reflects on the aftermath of a relationship that unraveled in spite of promises that seemed certain.
 
“Collaborating with Caitlyn Smith challenged me,” Kinsley reveals. “She pushed me both vocally and lyrically, and I am forever grateful and honored to have her on this song. She truly brings this track to life.”
 
“Whiplash” taps into Kinsley’s lifelong love of rock music, while title track “Learn To Live (Louder)” closes out the project. As the first original song she posted, "Learn To Live” resonated with people both online and at writers rounds, marking the beginning of the path that led to this collection and one of the first milestones in her evolution as an artist.

About Kinsley
MCA singer-songwriter Kinsley creates music rooted in honesty, healing, and human connection. With her debut six-song EP Learn To Live, available now, the 22-year-old blends vivid storytelling, poetic lyricism, and raw, soulful vocals to establish herself as a songwriter with a clear voice and perspective. Having grown up across California, Texas and Tennessee, the Nashville-based artist writes the kinds of songs that make listeners feel seen and understood. An “old soul” with a lifelong passion for poetry and songwriting, Kinsley approaches music as both emotional refuge and personal expression — creating deeply human songs that live at the intersection of vulnerability and healing. Online at officialkinsleymusic.com.

Photo Credit: Hannah Gray Hall

Kaitlin Butts Asks "What More Could You Want" Ahead of 'Hello, Honk Tonk' (10/30)

Tulsa-born singer/songwriter Kaitlin Butts turns inward with “What More Could You Want,” the latest offering from her upcoming fourth studio album, Hello, Honky Tonk, arriving October 30 via Republic Records. A Broadway-ready piano ballad, the song is an autobiographical sketch of a performer looking at herself in the mirror and asking how much more she has to give. 

Listen to “What More Could You Want”  Below and pre-save Hello, Honky Tonk HERE. 

Where other songs from Hello, Honky Tonk revel in the colorful characters, nightlife and theatrical spectacle of the honky tonk, “What More Could You Want” pulls back the curtain to reveal the person at the center of it all. The result is an intimate meditation on the complicated relationship between performing, seeking approval and wondering whether what you give is ever enough.

“That song feels exactly word for word what I feel like every day,” says Butts. “This tug and pull of loving this and craving this and loving to be on stage, loving every creative moment but also being stressed out wondering, ‘Do you like me? Do I need to be shinier? Do you want more?’”

Written from the perspective of someone who has spent years entertaining others while constantly questioning what they see when the lights go down, “What More Could You Want” offers one of the most exposed moments on Hello, Honky Tonk. The song’s restrained piano and unhurried pace leave plenty of room for Butts’ words to land, trading the larger-than-life spectacle of the honky tonk for a private moment of self-reflection.

Also available today, the music video for “What More Could You Want” directed by Chris Beyrooty. Continuing to find inspiration in the vaudeville vignettes of movie musical Chicago and Disney World’s beloved Country Bear Musical Jamboree, the clip brings the album’s cover to life giving Butts her own Teddi Barra moment.

It was during a recent trip to see the original Jamboree before it was updated, a favorite of hers as a kid, that inspiration struck. “When Teddi Barra came down from the ceiling on her swing, my mom and I just looked at each other and I was like, ‘That is me,’" she says of the cowboy-hatted, feather-boa sporting brown bear who inspired the album’s cover.  

While Butts fantasizes about the lives of those who come to her virtual honky tonk, she hopes that fans walk out of it not just knowing her better, but themselves as well.

“All these songs are very deeply personal to me, and I relate to them word for word,” she says. “But my intention is never just to be relatable. I hope people find their own lives within the whole thing.”

Named one of Rolling Stone’s most anticipated albums for 2026, Hello, Honky Tonk is a love letter to the honky tonks and nightlife that have shaped Butts while becoming a huge part of her life on the road. Recorded in Nashville with producer Tofer Brown (Carter Faith, Willow Avalon, Little Big Town), the album brings to life a bar like no other, populated by a cast of characters listeners might recognize from the dance floor, behind the bar or from the corner booth.

The album’s theatrical world was inspired in part by the vaudeville vignettes of Chicago and Disney World’s Country Bear Musical Jamboree. Butts, who began performing in musical theatre as a child, envisioned the album as a place where all of these characters could coexist.

“The thought behind the concept was how in Chicago, the character Roxie Hart is dreaming up what her show would look like and all the people in it,” says Butts. “I picture all of this happening at Skinny Dennis here in Nashville. These are all the different people in the room. There's the bar fight that's happening. There's the bad girl that just got off work. There's me being the entertainer. There are so many people that really love the night life. It’s a connector for people.”

“What More Could You Want” follows Butts’ recent releases “I Wanna Be Bad” and “Never Really Mine.” Together, the songs offer glimpses of the wide-ranging characters, emotions and musical theatricality that await when listeners say Hello, Honky Tonk on Oct. 30. 

The album continues the momentum of Butts’ critically acclaimed Roadrunner! in 2024, a bold reimagining inspired by Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! that landed on numerous year-end best-of lists.

The new project marks Butts’ first full-length release since signing with Republic Records in October 2025 and follows The Yeehaw Sessions, her fan-favorite EP featuring genre-bending takes on songs including Chappell Roan’s “Red Wine Supernova,” Jimmy Eat World’s “The Middle,” The Chicks’ “Sin Wagon” and Don Williams’ “Tulsa Time,” alongside her viral anthem “You Ain’t Gotta Die (To Be Dead To Me),” which has amassed more than 157 million TikTok views and 67 million global streams.

Butts continues to expand her creative footprint both onstage and behind the camera. Earlier this year, she joined Willow Avalon on “Hypothetically Speaking” and its official video, starred in Ella Langley’s music video for the award-winning hit “Choosin’ Texas,” co-directed and wrote the treatment for Flatland Cavalry’s “Unglued” and joined The Band Perry on the reimagining of their hit “You Lie (Forever Version).”

She has also joined Lainey Wilson on her Whirlwind Tour and Ella Langley on The Dandelion Tour, headlined her own sold-out overseas tour with the European Cowgirl Experience and was featured in the Country Music Hall of Fame’s American Currents exhibition for the second consecutive year. She was also nominated for a 2026 MusicRow Award for Breakthrough Artist of the Year and was named to both the 2025 Opry NextStage class and the CMT Next Women of Country class.

For the latest news, music and tour dates, visit kaitlinbutts.com and follow @kaitlinbutts on Instagram and Facebookand @kaitlinbuttsmusic on TikTok.

Clutch Announce New Album 'Wasted Lands'; Share Music Video For Title Track

Maryland rock institution Clutch have announced their fourteenth studio album, Wasted Lands, set for release on January 22, 2027 via the band’s own Weathermaker Music. An extensive variety of pre-order bundles are available now HERE. The announcement arrives alongside the release of its raucously groovy, riff-driven title track, “Wasted Lands,” and accompanying official music video, available to stream HERE and watch below.

Written and recorded at their longtime Frederick, Maryland base, the Doom Saloon, Wasted Lands reunites Clutchwith producer Machine for the first time since 2015’s Psychic Warfare. The sheer velocity of their creative collaboration can be felt from the first note of the record and is expertly displayed on today’s release title track, “Wasted Lands”. Neil Fallon’s lyrical knack of conjuring characters from a handful of strange, sharply observed details and dropping them into Clutch songs with their own vibrant and storied mythologies has long been a defining characteristic of the Clutch canon. On “Wasted Lands,” he conjures a creature so malign that H.P. Lovecraft and Stephen King are invoked only to make clear that even they could not dream it up. Rumor casts it as a government experiment, a heavenly angel or an omen preparing the ground for the end of days. Nobody knows for certain. The locals call it Neil Patrick Fallon. Sharing some thoughts on today’s release, Neil Fallon says 

"The inspiration for the lyrics in Wasted Lands came about when it was brought to my attention that someone had been dragging my name on FaceBook (weird, right?). Apparently, I had reneged on a free t-shirt and dinner. I think it was a prize in a pay to play contest. Not to overstate the obvious, but it was a load of horse hockey. Many people tried to explain to this person that it was not me and that they had been hustled. But they simply would not believe it. So I thought, screw it, no half-measures. You want a monster? Let’s give you one."

Beneath Fallon’s lyrical story-craft, Jean-Paul Gaster, Dan Maines and Tim Sult lock into a classic-Clutch, riff-driven groove featuring a very intentional and strategically placed bass-drum hit from Gaster. One he knew would make the live crowd go wild. He shares

“There’s a part where Neil says, ‘Vegetable, mineral, man, or beast.’ And I put a bass drum on, ‘man or beast,’ and Machine thought that was kind of weird. He was like, ‘Man, you’re covering up the vocal!’ And I said, ‘No, that bass drum is gonna make the crowd go nuts, I guarantee it.’ And it does, because there’s nothing more exciting than having a big bass drum slam through a PA, and Neil singing a vocal on top of it. I mean, I get goosebumps from that, you know?”

Across Wasted Lands, Clutch keep their riff-heavy foundations intact while making room for a sharper melodic streak. Tracks including “Colorado Fuel and Iron,” “Stage Fright” and “Loaf and Jug” build their considerable weight around chord progressions as much as individual riffs. “Beware the Fever” brings banjo onto a Clutch record for the first time, using a rough demo played by Fallon and recorded by Gaster during a writing session. Despite several attempts to re-record the performance, nothing quite came close so the original recording is what went on the record. 

Fallon’s lyrics open in the rubble of the Georgia Guidestones on “The Drifter Returns” and close beneath an exploding star on “The Message is Clear.” The route between them runs through Colorado’s Highway 50, abandoned company towns, corporate appetites, creature-feature horror and deep space. 

Speaking on the announcement of their fourteenth studio album, Clutch share 

“Exploded monuments, haunted coal towns, robber barons, time cops, a chestburster, fifteen tons of antimatter and a creature called Neil Patrick Fallon. Wasted Lands came from one clear intention: write a great rock record that will make fans go nuts when they hear these songs live, while leaving enough space in the creative process to follow the unexpected turns that keep Clutch exciting to us and our fans after thirty-five years together.”

Wasted Lands will be released worldwide on January 22, 2027 via Weathermaker Music. To pre-order the album and see all music and apparel products available in the US and additional territories, go to clutchmerch.com

US fans will have the opportunity to experience some of the new material from Wasted Lands for the first time when the band head out on their 16-date US headline tour next month with support from Slomosa and Blood Vulture. The run begins October 16 at The Fillmore Charlotte and closes November 7 at The NorVa in Norfolk, taking Clutchthrough the South, Midwest and Northeast ahead of the album’s January release. Tickets are available from clutchmerch.com

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CLUTCH US TOUR 2026

WITH SLOMOSA AND BLOOD VULTURE

Fri, Oct 16 | Charlotte, NC | The Fillmore Charlotte

Sat, Oct 17 | North Myrtle Beach, SC | House of Blues

Sun, Oct 18 | Jacksonville, FL | FIVE

Tue, Oct 20 | Tampa, FL | The Ritz Ybor

Thu, Oct 22 | New Orleans, LA | House of Blues

Fri, Oct 23 | Robinsonville, MS | Bluesville at Horseshoe Tunica

Sun, Oct 25 | Fayetteville, AR | Ozark Music Hall

Tue, Oct 27 | West Des Moines, IA | Val Air Ballroom

Wed, Oct 28 | Green Bay, WI | EPIC Event Center *Date changed

Fri, Oct 30 | East Moline, IL | The Rust Belt

Sat, Oct 31 | Cincinnati, OH | The Andrew J Brady Music Center

Sun, Nov 1 | Fort Wayne, IN | The Clyde Theatre

Tue, Nov 3 | South Burlington, VT | Higher Ground

Thu, Nov 5 | Hampton Beach, NH | Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom

Fri, Nov 6 | Wilkes-Barre, PA | F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts

Sat, Nov 7 | Norfolk, VA | The NorVa

CLUTCH WASTED LANDS AUSTRALIA TOUR 2027

With Special Guests Corrosion of Conformity

Sat, Jan 23 | Perth | Metropolis Fremantle

Mon, Jan 25 | Brisbane | Eatons Hill Hotel

Wed, Jan 27 | Sydney | Enmore Theatre

Fri, Jan 29 | Melbourne | Forum Theatre

Sat, Jan 30 | Adelaide | Froth & Fury Festival