Bullet For My Valentine will release a deluxe version of their current, self-titled album on July 8, 2022 via Spinefarm/Search and Destroy. This extended release features four brand new tracks, plus "Stitches", a song previously only available as a Japanese exclusive. Get it here and pre-save it here.
The video first single, "Omen", has been released today. Check it out below.
Black Lodge Records proudly presents their latest high voltage signing, STRÖM! Releasing the Swedish rockers debut single and music video today, with the self-titled debut album scheduled for release on September 23, 2022.
About STRÖM
If you know your rock’n’roll encyclopedia well enough you can easily map out from where this band cherry-picked their influences – such as for example The Darkness, Airbourne, AC/DC, Bon Jovi, or the way that Kiss sounded in the mid-to-late 80’s. And then we still haven’t mentioned any of the fellow Swedish compatriots (such as Hardcore Superstar, Pugh Rogefeldt, Magnus Uggla, Noice), neither have we referenced any Danish counterparts (D-A-D, Pretty Maids), or Norwegian for that matter (Turbonegro et al).
Here’s the catch though: Instead of sounding like any of all those acts in particular, STRÖM kind of sounds like all at the same time. All mixed into one giant concoction of honest, accurate, straight-forward, no-bullcrap, balls-to-the-wall, good-timin’ rock’n’roll.
Zdravko Zizmond (vocals), Calle Sjöquist (guitars), Johan Siljedahl (guitars), Joel Carnstam (bass) and Tomas Salonen (drums) have been playing together under the STRÖM banner for less than three years, but the debut album they’re putting out is a work of excellence.
When encountering a rock’n’roll band like the 5-headed powerhouse of STRÖM, you will never be able to escape the feeling that there’s a “before” and an “after”. That’s how it works – once your ears are exposed to something that you have never heard, but at the same time so damn good, you simply start asking yourself: “How the hell is it possible that no one has done this before?”
The first single, "Tiden Sjunger", is an instant rock 'n' roll banger with a music video filmed under cold sub-zero conditions in Vederslöv, Småland (Sweden) by Damón Zurawski who's previously worked with Stefan Sundström, Backyard Babies, Tribulation, Watain, Anna Järvinen, The Heard and Burnt Out Punks.
STRÖM's self-titled debut album is set for release on September 23, 2022.
Starting April 29 in Brooklyn, NY
Canadian Death Metal trailblazers THE AGONIST are ready to return to the road in North America once again! The band is joining forces with Swedish death legends Hypocrisy on their upcoming Worship Tour. The month-long trek will kick off on April 29th in Brooklyn, NY, and concludes in Baltimore, MD on May 29th. In addition to The Agonist, special guests on the tour included Carach Angren and Hideous Divinity. A complete list of dates can be found below!
Speaking about the band's upcoming tour dates, vocalist Vicky Psarakis shares: "FINALLY! It's been 5 years since our last North American tour. I've been staying active with my community through livestream performances on Twitch, but we all know there's nothing that matches the energy of a live show. A big thanks to the mighty Hypocrisy for taking us with them on this tour. I can't wait to see all your beautiful faces, along with this amazing lineup!"
The Agonist released their latest studio effort, the 'Days Before the World Wept' EP, on October 15th, 2021 via Napalm Records.
THE AGONIST On Tour w/ Hypocrisy - North American 2022 Tour
+ special guests Carach Angren & Hideous Divinity
April 29th - Brooklyn, NY @ Warsaw
April 30th - Boston, MA @ Middle East (Downstairs)
May 1st - Montreal, QC @ L'Astral
May 2nd - Toronto, ON @ Lees Palace
May 4th - Joliet, IL @ The Forge
May 5th - Minneapolis, MN @ The Cabooze
May 6th - Winnipeg, MB @ Park Theatre
May 7th - Regina, SK @ The Exchange
May 8th - Edmonton, AB @ Starlite Room
May 9th - Vancouver, BC @ Red Room
May 11th - Seattle, WA @ Club Sur
May 12th - Portland, OR @ Bossanova Ballroom
May 13th - Berkeley, CA @ Cornerstone
May 14th - San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick
May 15th - Los Angeles, CA @ 1720
May 17th - Mesa, AZ @ Nile Theater
May 18th - El Paso, TX @ Rochouse Bar & Grill
May 19th - Austin, TX @ Come and Take it Live
May 21st - Dallas, TX @ Amplified Live
May 22nd - Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall
May 24th - Orlando, FL @ The Abbey
May 25th - West Palm Beach, FL @ Respectable Street
May 26th - Jonesboro, GA @ Furnace 41
May 27th - Greensboro, NC @ Blind Tiger
May 28th - Pittsburgh, PA @ Enclave
May 29th - Baltimore, MD @ Metro Gallery*
*- with Carach Angren only
'Days Before the World Wept', the new JUNO nominated studio EP from THE AGONIST, is available now.
Order 'Days Before the World Wept' Here
THE AGONIST is:
Vicky Psarakis -Vocals / Piano
Danny Marino - Guitar
Pascal Jobin - Guitar
Chris Kells - Bass
Simon McKay - Drums
Festival features a weeklong run of hilarious events at Nashville’s premium venues including Ryman Auditorium, The Opry House, Bridgestone Arena, War Memorial Auditorium and Zanies Comedy Club
Opry Entertainment to host an impressive lineup including Bert Kreischer (3 shows), Taylor Tomlinson, Nikki Glaser, The 85 South Show, and mega events like Kid Rock’s Comedy Jam and Ari Shaffir’s Storyteller show, both featuring multiple comedians and special guests
Music City’s annual Nashville Comedy Festival will return on April 18 running through April 24, with star-studded performances in iconic venues throughout the city, including Ryman Auditorium and The Opry House.
Kid Rock’s Comedy Jam, hosted by and featuring the rock star in his first ever comedy appearance, will kick off the week of laughs on April 18 at 7 p.m. Joining Kid Rock for the Comedy Jam at The Ryman are Nashville favorites Donnell Rawlings, Shane Gillis, Big Jay Oakerson, Chris Porter, Eleanor Kerrigan, and Chance Willie.
Another mega comedy event follows with Ari Shaffir’s Renamed Storyteller Show on April 20 at 7 p.m. featuring Ari Shaffir, Sal Vulcano, Big Jay Oakerson, Shane Gillis, and more surprises + special guests all together on the Ryman stage for one night only.
The wait is over to see Bert Kriescher’s party boy antics live in person. After having to postpone his April 2020 show dates due to the covid pandemic, Kreischer’s Nashville takeover starts on April 21 at 7 p.m. at The Opry House, and the party continues with the comedian’s first appearance at the Mother Church for two SOLD OUT shows on Friday, April 22 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Fresh off the release of her hit Netflix special “Look at You,” the Ryman hosts breakthrough comedian Taylor Tomlinson in her highly-anticipated Deal With It Tour on Saturday, April 23 at 7 p.m.
One Night with Nikki Glaser is certain to close down the Ryman’s week of comedy with a bang, as the Bangin’ star brings her shockingly-honest, no-holds barred style of comedy to the pews on April 24 at 7 p.m.
Also shutting down the festival are three of America’s boldest, wildest and most hilarious superstars, DC Young Fly, Karlous Miller, and Chico Bean in The 85 South Show Live: Return of the Ghetto Legends Comedy Tour on April 24, 8 p.m. at The Opry House.
Tickets for the Nashville Comedy Festival shows at Ryman Auditorium and The Opry House are available at Ryman.com.
Tickets and information for all shows are available at NashvilleComedyFestival.com
Nashville Comedy Festival Lineup at Ryman Auditorium and The Opry House
KID ROCK’S COMEDY JAM
THE RYMAN | APRIL 18 | 7:00 P.M.
ARI SHAFFIR’S RENAMED STORYTELLER SHOW
THE RYMAN | APRIL 20 | 7:00 P.M.
BERT KREISCHER: THE BERTY BOY RELAPSE TOUR
THE OPRY HOUSE | APRIL 21 | 7:00 P.M.
BERT KREISCHER: THE BERTY BOY RELAPSE TOUR
THE RYMAN | APRIL 22 | 7:00 P.M. - SOLD OUT
BERT KREISCHER: THE BERTY BOY RELAPSE TOUR
THE RYMAN | APRIL 22 | 9:30 P.M. - SOLD OUT
TAYLOR TOMLINSON: DEAL WITH IT TOUR
THE RYMAN | APRIL 23 | 7:00 P.M.
ONE NIGHT WITH NIKKI GLASER
THE RYMAN | APRIL 24 | 7:00 P.M.
THE 85 SOUTH SHOW LIVE: RETURN OF THE GHETTO LEGENDS COMEDY TOUR
THE OPRY HOUSE | APRIL 24 | 8:00 P.M.
About Ryman Auditorium:
A National Historic Landmark, Ryman Auditorium was built by Captain Thomas G. Ryman in 1892 as the Union Gospel Tabernacle. A 13-time winner of the prestigious Pollstar Theatre of the Year award, the historic venue is well-known as the Mother Church of Country Music and is the most famous former home of the Grand Ole Opry (1943-1974). Since the first concert on May 4, 1892, the Ryman has celebrated an array of entertainment acts and all genres of music on its hallowed stage – from magician Harry Houdini to comic actor Charlie Chaplin and former president Theodore Roosevelt to civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., plus music icons from all genres including Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline, B.B. King, Sheryl Crow, Garth Brooks, Lizzo and Harry Styles. The Ryman’s thriving concert schedule hosts more than 200 shows per year, and the venue is open for daytime tours year-round. The Ryman has also been featured in numerous film and television projects including Coal Miner’s Daughter, The Johnny Cash Show, American Idol, Nashville and more. Ryman Auditorium is owned by Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. (NYSE: RHP), a Nashville-based REIT that also owns and operates the Grand Ole Opry, 650 AM WSM and Ole Red. For more information, visit ryman.com.
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Opry presents the best in country music live every week from Nashville, Tenn. The Opry can be heard at opry.com and wsmonline.com, Opry and WSM mobile apps, SiriusXM, and its flagship home, 650 AM-WSM. The Grand Ole Opry is owned by Ryman Hospitality Properties (NYSE: RHP). For more information, visit opry.com.
About Outback Presents:
Creator of the Nashville Comedy Festival, Outback Presents is the leading independent, full-service promoter of live entertainment. From their home base in Nashville, TN, Outback Presents specializes in producing music and comedy shows, tours and festivals across North America and connecting their diverse roster of artists with their fans. For more information, visit www.outbackpresents.com
ENVY OF NONE, TO RELEASE SPLIT 7” COLOURED VINYL SINGLE – “ENEMY / YOU’LL BE SORRY” FOR RELEASE ON JULY 1ST
WITH ALL PROCEEDS & DONATIONS GOING TO UNHCR’S UKRAINE EMERGENCY RESPONSE
PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY OF “ENEMY / YOU’LL BE SORRY” 7” HERE: https://visionmerch.com/envy-of-none (RELEASE DATE – JULY 1ST)
In light of the current events and ongoing tragedy occurring in Ukraine, Envy Of None will release a split 7” vinyl single, on Ukraine flag coloured vinyl with all proceeds from sales being donated to UNHCR for their Ukraine emergency response.
(Established in 1950, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is a global organization dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights, and building a better future for refugees, forcibly displaced communities and stateless people.. For more information, please visit unhcr.org. #WithRefugees | donate.unhcr.org/Ukraine)
The tracks for the limited edition single “Enemy” and “You’ll Be Sorry” taken from the band’s forthcoming album, have now taken on a more poignant meaning for the group.
I’m not your enemy…
Friends and enemies—life and death—good and bad. The eternal contrast and conflict that tears us apart so easily yet mends us so arduously. It’s not a fair fight.
As another generation witnesses first had the horrors of yet another war, we can strive to temper our helplessness by supporting the difficult, but necessary work UNHCR provides to lessen the burden for millions of displaced people.
As we embark on our humble contribution, we ask that along with our partners at UNHCR, Snapper Music / Kscope, GZ / Precision Vinyl & Vision Merch, you kindly share in supporting us at this time of need with your generosity.
As a show of respect for your support and generosity, Envy Of None will match the total proceeds raised.
Thank-you. Envy Of None: Alfio Annibalini, Andy Curran, Alex Lifeson, Maiah Wynne
PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY OF “ENEMY / YOU’LL BE SORRY” 7” HERE: https://visionmerch.com/envy-of-none
There will be just 500 copies of this limited edition colored 7” vinyl single available:
250 signed by all the band - US$100
250 unsigned - US$50
Plus fans can also purchase a 30 minute zoom call / personal Q&A with all 4 Envy Of None band members, each donor can invite 3 friends to join in - for $1000. This is limited to 10 slots for a once in a lifetime chance to chat and ask each of the members anything about the EON project and beyond.
All proceeds of sales go to UNHCR’s Ukraine Emergency Response.
Envy Of None are:
Alf Annibalini - Guitar, Keyboards, Programming
Andy Curran - Bass Guitar, Synthesized Bass, Programming, Guitar, Background Vocals, Stylophone
Alex Lifeson- Guitar, Mandola, Banjo, Programming
Maiah Wynne - Lead Vocals, Background Vocals, Keyboards
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"Temple of Void are knocking at the door of death greatness." - Decibel Magazine
Cave dwellers TEMPLE OF VOID finally return from the inky abyss on their highly anticipated new album, Summoning the Slayer, out June 3 on Relapse Records.
Watch the “Deathtouch” music video, directed by The C.O.I.N., below.
Summoning The Slayer is out June 3 on LP/CD/CS/Digital. Physical pre-order via Relapse.com are available HERE. Digital Downloads/Streaming HERE.
The critically acclaimed, Michigan-based quintet—featuring Alex Awn (guitars), Don Durr (guitars), Mike Erdody (vocals), Jason Pearce (drums), and Brent Satterly (bass)—hunkered down during the last two years, expanding upon their brand of fusty, artfully brutish death-doom with equal parts process and imagination. The outcome is an album that feels massive yet sepulchral, exploratory yet distinguishable—as if crafted deep below and inspired by all the things (mentally and physically) that come with their subterranean endeavor. Summoning the Slayer creepily evolves TEMPLE OF VOID.
Produced, mixed, and mastered by Arthur Rizk (Power Trip, Sumerlands, Candy, and more,) Summoning the Slayer pairs long-time influences and a bevy of non-metal vectors into hulking columns of heavy and desolation. Focus tracks “Deathtouch,” “Hex, Curse, & Conjuration” and “The Transcending Horror” showcases TEMPLE OF VOID’s death-doom at its heights and their massive, crushing lows. But the group’s fourth album is more than that. The album’s capper, “Dissolution,” is one example of the Detroiters stretching out, the song’s ‘70s rock/singer-songwriter motifs hitting The Moody Blues and Nick Drake hard. Lyrically, Summoning the Slayer eschews commonplace horror tropes with a deeper, broader psychological discussion of the self. TEMPLE OF VOID’s ultimate death-doom metal journey is now complete.
TEMPLE OF VOID Is:
Michael Erdody – Vocals
Don Durr – Guitar
Jason Pearce – Drums
Alex Awn – Guitar
Brent Satterly –Bass
TEMPLE OF VOID Online:
https://templeofvoid.bandcamp.com/
As his six-song EP Where Phones Don’t Work continues to impress fans and critics alike, Wade Bowen celebrated the return of his annual charity concert, with the two-day Shiner Bock Presents Bowen Musicfest 2022 Benefitting the Bowen Family Foundation taking place this past weekend at Baylor University’s McClane Stadium Touchdown Alley and raising over half a million dollars for local nonprofits.
Performing along with Bowen himself on Saturday, April 9 were reigning ACM New Male Artist of the Year and fellow Texan Parker McCollum as well as multi-Platinum songstress Deana Carter, while Sunday, April 10 featured performances from reigning ACM New Female Vocalist of the Year and Song of the Year winner Lainey Wilson as well as GRAMMY Award-winning band Shenandoah. The musical celebration then closed out the weekend with the ever-popular Wade Bowen & Friends All-Star Jam featuring Josh Abbott, Deana Carter, William Clark Green, Casey Donahew, Stoney LaRue, Jamie Lin Wilson, Lee Roy Parnell and Randy Rogers plus surprise guests Cledus T. Judd, William Beckmann and Cody Jinks.
“When we launched our annual Bowen Musicfest and Bowen Classic golf tournament, I never dreamed that we’d still be at it twenty years and millions of dollars later,” reflects Bowen. “I’m so proud of the way my family, friends and hometown continue to step up with hearts and hands to help make Waco a better place. At the Bowen Family Foundation, we believe that Music Heals and I can’t wait to see the good we can do for the community with the funds raised thanks to this incredible group of musicians.”
To date, the annual Bowen Musicfest has allowed the Bowen Family Foundation to help children and families in and around Waco by raising a total of more than $6 million for beneficiaries including March of Dimes Waco, CASA of McLennan & Hill Counties, City of West Disaster Relief, Boys & Girls Clubs of Waco, Inspiración, The Mentoring Alliance and more.
Bowen took the stage at this year’s event with an arsenal of new music after finding a renewed sense of focus and passion over the past year-plus. “Two decades into his music career, Bowen's music retains a newcomer’s energetic fervor, melded with his signature blend of sounds from across the wide spectrum of Texas music,” praises Billboardof the musical reawakening. Meanwhile, MusicRow reminds us that “the perennially popular” singer/songwriter “can always be counted on for Country excellence” as demonstrated by lead single “When Love Comes Around” and follow-up “Phones Don’t Work,” with the title track celebrated in the publication’s latest “DISClaimer” Awards as “a perfect performance” from the “steadfast, real-country Texan.”
For more information, visit www.WadeBowen.com and follow on Facebook @TheWadeBowen or Twitter and Instagram @WadeBowen.
About Wade Bowen
Twenty years and some 4,000 shows into his career, the name Wade Bowen has become synonymous with authentic Country music – and for good reason. An artistic descendant of American icons like Guy Clark, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Robert Earl Keen and more, Bowen is a contemporary link in a Texan chain of roots-rock poets stretching back more than 50 years – yet his ambition never ended at the state line.
Seen as one of the genre’s finest and most authentic modern voices, Bowen’s approach stays rooted in tradition, but also stands on the creative cutting edge. His focus remains on writing unique songs with a literary quality and shifting his sonic territory to match his life, as evidenced by uplifting lead single “When Love Comes Around” and follow-up “Phones Don’t Work” off his forthcoming EP, Where Phones Don’t Work, available everywhere now via Thirty Tigers.
Wielding a knack for direct, poetic songwriting that never panders, Bowen matches his gravel-road growl to an organic sound spanning the whole of Texas and beyond, tapping both country and rock influences. A dozen albums have shown his sonic diversity – including six studio sets, two live collections, a gospel album and an ongoing series of buddy-country hits with fellow Texan, Randy Rogers. Along the way, he’s scored hits and accolades based on quality, not quantity, and continues to perform around 200 nationwide shows each year – including multiple appearances on the venerated Grand Ole Opry stage.
"Gutsy slab of avante pop... deliciously dark" ~ POP MATTERS
"Bursting with the earnest romance of Gothic poetry tinged with the ennui of 21st-century dystopia" ~ POST-PUNK.COM
"Rousing, triumphant" ~ GOD IS IN THE TV
"Tight, energy-packed and full of venom and fire" ~ IS THIS MUSIC?
"Dark and goth-y, but it’s also firmly rooted in pop" ~ MAGNET MAGAZINE
"Punchy and elegant pop songs" — LOUDER THAN WAR
London Plane
Bright Black
Declared Goods
20 April 2022
London Plane announces sophomore 'Bright Black' LP. Title track out April 20. Preview 'Watch That Madman Go' and 'Francesco (Italiano)'
FOR FANS OF: Peter Murphy, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Iggy Pop, XTC, Shriekback, Gary Numan, Wire, The KVB, Soft Kill, Preoccupations, Protomartyr
"Gutsy slab of avante pop... deliciously dark" ~ POP MATTERS
"Bursting with the earnest romance of Gothic poetry tinged with the ennui of 21st-century dystopia" ~ POST-PUNK.COM
"Rousing, triumphant" ~ GOD IS IN THE TV
"Tight, energy-packed and full of venom and fire" ~ IS THIS MUSIC?
"Dark and goth-y, but it’s also firmly rooted in pop" ~ MAGNET MAGAZINE
"Punchy and elegant pop songs" — LOUDER THAN WAR
NYC-based post-punk / alternative rock collective London Plane have announced that they will soon unleash their 'Bright Black' album via the Declared Goodslabel - a collection of tracks that are electrified, possessed, pulsing and relentless.
April 20 brings the release of the title track 'Bright Black', at once an anti-war song and a simple, hopeful sentiment or little prayer to whoever is listening (the universe, the gods, you). This is a glimpse of brightness amongst the invasion of darkness, both internal and external, imminent and eventual, this track sets the tone for the album as a whole.
The six-piece's earlier single 'Watch That Madman Go' is also highly relevant given current world events. A rebuke of propaganda, this targets the grand tradition of political dictatorship. Directed by Greg Vegas, the video features some of the 20th century's most despised despots - from the Nazis to Ceaușescu.
London Plane also present 'Francesco (Italiano)', a haunting goth-dance anthem that channels the original 'Francesco' single through a Latin prism. Equally inspired by a cloth-covered 1970s diary by an immigrant, found among personal belongings discarded on a New York curb and the hospitalization of Bauhaus frontman Peter Murphy on the eve of his NYC performance, 'Francesco' spins the tale of Catholic Saint, stigmatist, levitator and mystic Padre Pio as a young man.
London Plane is a juggernaut of a band made up of David Mosey (guitar and vocals), Jessica Cole (vocals), Bryan Garbe (drums), Grant Parker (bass), Julian Tulip (synths) and Kristofer Widholm (guitar). Their roots trace back to 2014 backstage at a tribute show to the recently deceased Lou Reed, when Psychedelic Furs' Joe McGinty introduced David to Jessica, both of whom were performing.
Following the success of their debut album 'New York Howl', released in 2018, the band methodically worked on new material in 2019 and early 2020. The result is 'Bright Black', an album packed with hope amidst cultural, sociopolitical, and ecological devastation, screaming a passionate battle cry back to the pop music spectrum. In effect, a hook-filled avant-rock study in context and contradictions.
As of April 20, the single will be available digitally everywhere, including Apple Music and Spotify. The full 'Bright Black' album will be released on June 17 and can already be pre-ordered via Bandcamp.
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THE HALO EFFECT is the biggest surprise in the metal scene in a long time. After making a big impression with their debut single “Shadowminds” and the follow up single “Feel What I Believe,” the band now announces their debut album for August 12th and kicks off the pre-save phase with a third single and video for the album title track “Days Of The Lost”.
The band featuring guitar heroes & songwriting wizards Jesper Strömblad and Niclas Engelin (ex- IN FLAMES), singer Mikael Stanne (DARK TRANQUILITY), as well as former IN FLAMES members Peter Iwers and Daniel Svensson, presenting another masterclass in Swedish melodic death metal!
Frontman Mikael Stanne explains about the song: “Days Of The Lost” is about finding your place in life, about making that outcast experience into something that propels you forward. We all met in our mid teens and we were all trying to find direction, motivation and meaning. Thankfully we found it in creativity and music and we shared this passion and made something from it that remains an essential part of who we are as individuals and as parts of a whole. So this is us reflecting on our past, while watching a new generation slowly but surely find their path. It's about standing up, being your true self and about not letting anything stand in your way. Our choices and our paths have led to all kinds of things but we wouldn't change a thing.”
The video was shot on a cold day in January at a rooftop at a location in Gothenburg called “Ringön,” that used to be all industrial but nowadays turning into a cool place with all its breweries, clubs, venues and all creative sorts of activities. It is directed by Theo Gabay along with his sidekick Morgan Jensen, who are more known in Sweden for their movie and tv work.
Watch the video below.
Listen to the song here: https://bfan.link/dols.ema
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pre-save the album here: https://bfan.link/days-of-the-lost
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A Sympathetic Antipathy is the culmination of a few years of musical collaboration. The project was produced & co-written by Morgan Rose along with Leonard Cerzosie Jr., Corey Lowery, and Jim Taylor. In its various stages of recording, engineering talents include Jose Urquiza, James "Fluff" Harley, and Mike Ferretti. The initial inspiration for the EP was the passing of Lenny's mother after years of battling ALS. Tracks like "Miracle" were written about that struggle. Rose & Cerzosie have a history of writing & recording together and included a remastered version of a song they wrote with The Infinite Staircase in 2013 called "No Amends". Other musicians featured on the EP include Chris Caffrey of Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Justin Taylor of Alborn.
Lenne has plans to play in support of their new EP throughout 2022. The current band line up consists of heavy hitting, Maryland musicians Mike Slaski, Rob Landon, and Stephen Hybdzinski; alongside Evan Crider ,Taylor from PA and Cerzosie from NY.
"This was originally supposed to just be a session in Atlanta with Morgan & Corey. The plan was to do a song in honor of my mom. We ended up having such cool, sometimes borderline morbid chemistry. Funny fact? The original song that started this whole thing didn't even make the EP. We went along this darker, heavier path while still maintaining all the melodies we initially created" says Leonard Cerzosie Jr.
Back in the early 2000's, Leonard Cerzosie Jr. started a band with his brother called The Infinite Staircase that did very well as an independent band. the band worked with artists like Earl Slick from David Bowie's band, Candlebox, Sevendust, and even Zakk Wylde. In 2009, they scored a slot on tour with Black Label Society, Sevendust, and Dope that sealed a lot of friendships they still have to this day.
"In 2010, the love of my life passed away suddenly. Pill overdose. It was a devastating time. She was only 27. Morgan Rose and I wrote and recorded the EP, No Amends that was a dedication to my love" says Leonard Cerzosie Jr.
He continues, "Over the years, I've had my hand in multiple projects. I formed "Le Projet" around 2013 that featured members of Candlebox, Sevendust, and The Infinite Staircase. I also joined the Baltimore band "The Mayan Factor" a few years ago and have toured with them in Mexico City and the states. During all this, my mother was diagnosed with ALS. One day- after performing a friend insisted on introducing me to someone. He was confident we needed to meet. That was the day I met Jim Taylor. We did get along immediately and have since been composing all sorts of music together."
"When my mother passed away, Morgan got very involved with what was going on with me and my dad. He invited us out to his place in Atlanta multiple times. We started recording songs with Corey Lowery that would ultimately become "LeNNe". We spent much time digging deep for the right lyrics and tones. There were multiple artists involved over the course of a few years, but the official line up is me and Jim led by Morgan" he adds.
"Letting You Down" was the first single to be released from the EP. The song features Leonard Cerzosie Jr., Morgan Rose, Jim Taylor, and Corey Lowery. The video can be seen here: https://youtu.be/C5omrZDaXu0
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Metalcore band Under Auburn Skies Released the official music video for their single "Afraid."The single is from their EP titled Invention of Reasoning that released in 2021.
"Having Ronnie was very entertaining to say the least haha. When we originally sent him the lyrics and melody, he wasn’t a big fan of just copying the original melody of the pre-chorus so he gave it his own spin and it definitely helped make the lead up to the second chorus/solo a lot more climatic. It was also nice to just know that when I reached out to his manager, EJ Shannon, he originally told us that if Ronnie liked the song, he would do a feature, if not, then we wouldn’t hear back from them. So just knowing Ronnie liked the song was an exciting feeling; Considering I’ve been listening to them since the release of The New Reign, it was a little surreal to have someone like him be featured in one of our songs!" says Oscar Morales.
He adds, "As far as the lyrics pertaining to the song Afraid; It gets some influence from the game series Resident Evil but also a general realization that the planet is collapsing and we as humans are too selfish to realize that and take any sort of a gathered effort to fix it. When so much is falling around us, we still have our personal agendas that tend to take priority over the well being of our planet and society."
Brought together from the heart of Denver, Colorado, Under Auburn Skies is a 6 piece melodic metalcore band that was founded in the Fall of 2016. Their first single, "Perseverance", was released in October of 2016 and was supported by local shows and smaller regional tours. By 2018, the band had released their first EP Afterimage.
The band spent 2019 playing shows supporting the release of the record until the pandemic of 2020 shut the world down. Under Auburn Skies used the down time during COVID-19 to write and record new material.
In 2021 the band released their second EP titled Invention of Reasoning which featured lead singles "Polar Opposites" and "Afraid" feat. Ronnie Canizaro (Born of Osiris). Under Auburn Skies toured in support of this EP in March 2022 and landed shows opening for Cane Hill, Thousand Below and Afterlife.
The band has announced plans to tour again in the summer and fall finishing out the year with potentially a new record. UAS has supported bands such as Arsonists Get All The Girls, The Faceless, Like Moths to Flames, Kingdom of Giants, Phinehas, Novelists and Oh, Sleeper.
Under Auburn Skies is:
Oscar Morales
Joe Villanueba
Addison Guidichessi
Travis Sholder
Martin Pasillas.
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SCHANDMAUL Releases Second Single “Königsgarde” feat. FEUERSCHWANZ & Saltatio Mortis + Official Music Video
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New Album, Knüppel aus dem Sack, out June 10, 2022 via Napalm Records!
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Leading the scene for almost 25 years, German medieval folk rock greats SCHANDMAULhave definitely proven that they stand at the top of their genre with good reason. With six top 10 albums on the German charts (with their 2016 highlight Leuchtfeuer reaching #1 and most recently, 2019's Artus, at #2), successful tours and numerous festival appearances, as well as millions of streams on digital platforms, SCHANDMAUL have summited to the top of the folk rock scene without a doubt. With their upcoming 11th studio album, Knüppel aus dem Sack, out June 10, SCHANDMAUL once again demonstrate their inimitable talent as songwriters and storytellers.
After the first single and title track were recently served as prelude to this massive milestone, SCHANDMAUL have just granted the next exciting insight with their second hymn, entitled “Königsgarde”. The multifaceted track marks an undeniable highlight and uplifting anthem packed with catchy melodies and rousing bagpipe elements and features high-class guest appearances by Saltatio Mortis and FEUERSCHWANZ!
Thomas Lindner on “Königsgarde”:
"Stick together, stand together, stand up for each other, side by side, back to back - this is a noble goal, a source of our strength, not only these days, but at any time. The "Königsgarde" (Engl. king's guard) is an ode to unity."
Ben Metzner (FEUERSCHWANZ, d'Artagnan) adds:
"When SCHANDMAUL asked me to be a part of the "Königsgarde" together with Saltatio Mortis, there was no doubt, I was in immediately! With both bands I have many concerts and memories in common. In my younger years I found my way to medieval rock through exactly these bands in the first place.
The circle is closing now and I'm happy to be part of it!"
Saltatio Mortis on the song:
“We are really happy to be part of the king's guard. It was about 20 years ago when our paths crossed with SCHANDMAUL’s for the first time. Colleagues became friends and the meetings on common performances became unforgettable moments. We have shared many beers, joy and sorrow. When SCHANDMAUL invited us to participate in their song and video, we were happy from the bottom of our hearts and, of course, we participated wholeheartedly.
Hopefully we will see each other very soon to celebrate the album and the alliance of the king's guard!”
German folk rock leaders SCHANDMAUL celebrate nearly 25 years with a new masterpiece!
Since their debut, Wahre Helden, released in 1999, SCHANDMAUL has been a reliable force of top-notch, high-level folk rock full of exciting, captivating storytelling, performed by genre-trademarked instruments such as bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy and folk flutes, all topped with the unmistakable skills of vocalist Thomas Lindner. With the title of their upcoming masterpiece, Knüppel aus dem Sack, the Munich-based outfit refers to a fairytale by the Brothers Grimm, "The Wishing-Table, the Gold-Ass, and the Cudgel in the Sack" (original German name: “Tischlein deck dich, Goldesel und Knüppel aus dem Sack”). Knüppel aus dem Sack shows the band at their undeniable peak as songwriters, storytellers and entertainers and embodies another high that is not only directed to die-hard fans but to everyone keen on diving into the magnificent universe of the German frontrunners.
SCHANDMAUL on the album:
"With the eleventh album we announce ourselves loud and clear back after the forced silence!" (Thomas Lindner)
"We report back! A rocking album, nevertheless unmistakably SCHANDMAUL. Fresh wind came additionally by producer Simon Michael, who tickled unexpected sides from the band..." (Martin Duckstein)
"The new SCHANDMAUL album is really on fire and with the first single we literally take the "cudgel out of the sack"! Look forward with us to a fantastic video, and that we can finally rock together again at concerts. We have the music for it in our luggage." (Stefan Brunner)
“Out of the cultural lockdown, out of the cold of winter, out of rigidity. Time to go out again, to meet and move. To new music, peacefully united. May the album be a ray of hope, especially now in these sad times. Peace." (Matthias Richter)
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Dive into the band's unmistakable sonic universe, where sounds of medieval times harmonize with modern influences and create catchy anthems, as only SCHANDMAUL can create it. Atmospheric bustle "Königsgarde" (featuring guests FEUERSCHWANZ and Saltatio Mortis) sets off a brilliant firework and proves – along with tracks like the haunting "Niamh" and the buoyant, cheeky performances "Das Gerücht", "Der Pfeifer", "Der Quacksalber" and “Glück auf!” (featuring Fiddler’s Green) – that there is a hit lurking at every corner of this exciting offering! Another collection of haunting stories awaits with "Der Flug", "Tatzelwurm" or "Der elfseitige Würfel, allowing you to escape from everyday life and lose yourself in a sonic universe of words and music. Packed with atmospheric folk rock, SCHANDMAUL’s Knüppel aus dem Sack is yet another exclamation mark and sparkling jewel full of lightheartedness and bewitching adventures in their almost 25-year band history!
SCHANDMAUL are:
Thomas Lindner - vocals, guitar, piano, accordion
Stefan Brunner – drums
Martin Duckstein - acoustic guitar, e-guitar, cister, banjo
Birgit Muggenthalter - bagpipes, (folk) flutes
Matthias Richter - e-Bass, double bass
Saskia Forkert - violin, hurdy-gurdy, background vocals
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Progressive metalcore project ONI has today announced new US dates on the Horizons 2022 Tour with Starset and RED. Check out the dates below and for ticket information, please click here.
In addition to today's news, ONI has dropped a killer, retro arcade fighting game-inspired official music video directed by Zev Deans (Denzel Curry, Ghost, Gojira, Lamb of God) for the incendiary track "War Ender" featuring City Morgue. Speaking on the video, ZillaKami from City Morgue shares:
"Fun working w Oni for War Ender. Fighting + Guns = Happy Zilla. Videos harddd.”
City Morgue's SosMula also commented:
“Working wit ONI was kool. Got to beat each other’s ass in the video 2 fire“
Horizons 2022 Tour Dates:
June 18 - Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution Live
June 19 - Orlando, FL @ House of Blues
June 21 - Chattanooga, TN @ The Signal
June 22 - Charleston, SC @ Charleston Music Hall
June 24 - Norfolk, VA @ The Norva
June 25 - Baltimore, MD @ Ram's Head Live!
June 26 - Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
June 28 - Albany, NY @ Empire Live
June 29 - Huntington, NY @ The Paramount
July 1 - Syracuse, NY @ Sharkey's
July 2 - Burlington, VT - Higher Ground
July 3 - Montreal, QC @ Corona Theatre
July 5 - Toronto, ON @ Danforth Music Hall
July 8 - Youngstown, OH @ Packard Music Hall
July 9 - Columbus, OH @ Kemba Live!
July 10 - Indianapolis, IN @ The Vogue
July 12 - Joliet, IL @ The Forge
July 13 - Louisville, KY @ The Mercury Ballroom
ABOUT ONI:
In modern times, the demonic ONI figure of Japanese Folklore transformed into a personification of protection, often adorning rooftops or leading festive parades to ward off evil. In this same spirit, the crushing aggressive music of ONI, the band, acts as an empowering weapon. ONI casts out the cruel demons of self-hatred, addiction, and whatever destructive obstacles one might face.
The band Metal Injection described as “key figures in paving the way for a new wave of progressive metalcore,” is led by frontman Jake Oni, who summons cathartic anthems from personal pain. In 2014, Jake first conceived of ONI as “the band I never got to see,” recruiting different players with technical skills to make music that shook the foundations of the scene. Comparisons to genre heavyweights like Meshuggah, Between The Buried And Me, and Protest The Hero came swiftly.
ONI released Ironshore on Metal Blade Records in 2016, heralded by No Clean Singing as “maybe the most impressive debut I’ve heard this year.” Songs like “The Only Cure,” “Barn Burner,” and “Eternal Recurrence” whipped audiences into a frenzy as ONI traveled the globe. The band shared club and festival stages with Gojira, Turnstile, Code Orange, and Rob Zombie, among others.
ONI’s 2019 single “Alone” racked up over 1.3M spins on Spotify alone. In 2022, ONI returns with a sophomore album boasting an even bigger sound than before. ONI's new music has been co-produced by Josh Wilbur (Avenged Sevenfold, Trivium, Megadeth) and Lamb Of God guitarist, Mark Morton.
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TAKEN FROM THE UPCOMING ALBUM
DOPAMINE
OUT APRIL 29th 2022 ON BMG
ARENA TOUR MAY 2022
For the third single from Dopamine, Thunder roar back with the album’s most metallic song, the pulverising Across The Nation.
When normal service resumes and the band embark on a run of arena shows in May 2022, it is going to be a spectacle like no other. This song makes that clear, explains Luke. “This is a very direct song, about being in a band but not being able to tour. The frustration we feel because of that is huge, so we’re very much looking forward to the time when we can get out there and play. We managed to get two Christmas gigs done at the end of last year, and it was so great to be back on stage. It was emotional for the crowd as well as us: for a lot of people who came along, it was the first time they’d been out in about 18 months!”
‘Dopamine’ is Thunder’s first ever double album, consisting of 16 tracks, and comes at the perfect time for Thunder, whose line-up for the last quarter-century and more has been Luke and Danny Bowes (singer), plus Ben Matthews (guitar and keyboards), Chris Childs (bass) and Harry James (drums).
They’ve been riding a wave of success since their 2015 comeback album Wonder Days, releasing the acclaimed All The Right Noises last year, with Classic Rock speculating that it could be the band’s best album yet.. The record went Top 3 in the UK Albums Chart; a quite incredible feat for a British hard rock band into their 4th decade.
Thunder are at the very peak of their considerable form, still offering fans doses of ‘Dopamine’ after all these years.
The album will be available in CD and double LP vinyl, with exclusive lenticular cover versions available only from the Thunder online store.
Thunder will also embark upon a UK arena tour in May 2022, including a date at London’s OVO Arena Wembley.
Product Info:
Double CD Digipack (BMGCAT570DCD)
Deluxe, colour double LP (BMGCAT570DLP)
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The wait is over! Tech death titans ARCHSPIRE are officially kicking off Tech Trek V tomorrow, April 13 in Seattle, WA! The band will tear through the United States and Canada at 350bpm with support from ENTHEOS, INFERI, and VULVODYNIA and will draw the curtain at their homecoming show in Vancouver, BC on May 14. The full run of shows and tickets can be found HERE!
If you've been sleeping on ARCHSPIRE's upcoming Tech Tech V tour of North America, you'd better wake up and get your tickets now! The band has recently revealed several show sell outs, multiple low ticket warnings, and three venue upgrades in Brooklyn, NY, Ottawa, ON, and Toronto, ON to accommodate the high demand!
ARCHSPIRE is touring in support of their critically-acclaimed new full-length, 'Bleed the Future,' which topped Billboard's charts for Top New Artists (#2), Current Hard Music Albums (#5), Heatseekers (#7), Independent Current Albums (#8), and more, landing a total of 17 impressive chart placements across North America during its first week!
'Bleed the Future' was named The #1 Album of the Year by Pop Matters as well as Banger TV's Viewer's Choice! It was also named among one of the best releases of 2021 by Loudwire, Metal Injection, The Pit, Decibel Magazine, Sick Drummer, Heavy New York, Metal Trenches, Revolver Magazine's Fan Poll, and many others!
ICYMI: ARCHSPIRE has received a nomination for the illustrious Juno Award(Canadian Grammy)! The band has been nominated in the "Metal/Hard Music Album if the Year" category for their 2021 release, 'Bleed the Future.' The ceremony will take place on May 15, 2022, in which the winner will be announced! The full list of nominees can be found here.
Watch the band's explosive music video for the song, "Drone Corpse Aviator," which has exceeded over a half of a million views to date, HERE!
'Bleed the Future' was released on October 29, 2021! Stream/download/order the album HERE.
TECH TREK V Live Dates:
ARCHSPIRE (w/ ENTHEOS, INFERI, and VULVODYNIA)
04/13: Seattle, WA @ El Corazón [TICKETS]
04/14: Portland, OR @ Dante's [TICKETS] **Low Ticket Warning*
04/15: Santa Cruz, CA @ The Catalyst [TICKETS] **SOLD OUT**
04/16: Los Angeles, CA @ 1720 [TICKETS] **early show**
04/17: San Diego, CA @ Brick by Brick [TICKETS]
04/18: Mesa, AZ @ Nile Theater [TICKETS]
04/19: Albuquerque NM @ Launchpad [TICKETS]
04/20: Denver, CO @ Oriental Theater [TICKETS] **Low ticket warning**
04/21: Lawrence, KS @ The Bottleneck [TICKETS]
04/22: Haltom City, TX @ Haltom Theater [TICKETS]
04/23: Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live [TICKETS]
04/24: Houston, TX @ The Secret Group [TICKETS]
04/26: Winter Park, FL @ The Haven [TICKETS] **Low Ticket Warning**
04/27: Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade - Hell [TICKETS]
04/28: Spartanburg, SC @ Ground Zero Live Music Venue [TICKETS]
04/29: Richmond, VA @ The Canal Club [TICKETS]
04/30: Baltimore, MD @ Metro Gallery [TICKETS] **SOLD OUT**
05/01: Brooklyn, NY @ The Monarch [TICKETS] **New Venue**
05/02: Québec, QC @ La Source de la Martinière [TICKETS] **Low Ticket Warning**
05/03: Montréal, QC @ Théâtre Fairmount [TICKETS] **Low Ticket Warning**
05/04: Ottawa, ON @ Brass Monkey [TICKETS] **New Venue**
05/05: Toronto, ON @ Opera House [TICKETS] **New Venue**
05/06: Hamtramck, MI @ The Sanctuary [TICKETS]
05/07: Chicago, IL @ Cobra Lounge [TICKETS] **SOLD OUT**
05/09: Winnipeg, MB @ The Park Theatre [TICKETS]
05/10: Regina, SK @ The Exchange [TICKETS]
05/11: Edmonton, AB @ The Starlite Room [TICKETS] **Low Ticket Warning**
05/12: Calgary, AB @ Dickens [TICKETS]
05/13: Kelowna, BC @ Rutland Centennial Hall [TICKETS]
05/14: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theatre [TICKETS]
Archspire’s 2017 Relentless Mutation was a cavalcade of speed and extremity — blasting, accelerating and, in partial reference to its title, “mutating” as each song unfolded, all the while rapid-fire, shotgun vocals blurred the lines between a man’s throat and additional instrument. It was, unquestionably, an innovation of sound and technique — Archspire had broken the speed barrier while creating songs memorable as they were unabashedly extreme for extreme metal. Thus, the pressure was already there to top Relentless Mutation when the band started to compile new songs in 2018. The global pandemic heightened the situation (read: no touring, expanded free time) and caused Archspire to turn inward and apply additional rigor to their songwriting process, albeit painstakingly so. But by the end of the fraught calendar year that was 2020, the band emerged with their fourth studio album, Bleed the Future.
According to the members of Archspire — vocalist Oli Aleron, guitarists Dean Lamb and Tobi Morelli, bassist Jared Smith and drummer Spencer Prewett — they originally went into the making of Bleed the Future under the idea they would finish the album in between the various tours scheduled for 2020. Of course, none of that happened, prompting the band to do more pre-production than at any time in their career. Archspire then subjected the album’s eight songs to near-constant critiquing that ensured they came away with a product, that in their estimation, is their best to date.
“The benefit we had was that Relentless came out in 2017,” says Lamb. “Since then, we toured more than we ever did before. We had the viewpoint of ‘What do crowds like? What parts should we write more of? What parts do people give us good feedback on?’ We wanted to expand and write those parts more consistently — there are more hooks and when we do have hooks, we wanted to repeat those parts so people will know that this is the catchy part of the song.”
“The most important thing was that we had clever songwriting,” adds Prewett. “We wanted the album to be more accessible to more people but still keep it extreme, fast and technical. So, we changed our process this time. We recorded rehearsal every day and listened to what we did afterward. We’d then come back to the jam spot and change riffs and ideas based on what everyone was thinking about during the week. It resulted in an album that everyone was happier with.”
Archspire also had the stated goal for Bleed the Future that they wanted to get faster. While such a feat may defy reason given their previous output, the band wrote their fastest song to date — the album-closing “AUM,” a cut that opens up with an audio recording of a German friend of Prewett’s who, according to the drummer, enjoys ragging on Archspire. Comedic clips aside, “AUM,” caps off an album that pushes the boundaries of speed but also is textured — Smith’s ethereal basslines often serve as mid-song interludes, while Lamb and Morelli weave melodic, spiraling guitar lines that annihilate the fretboard during “Abandon the Linear,” “Bleed the Future” and “Acrid Canon.” Accordingly, the members of Archspire were keenly aware of the expectations placed upon them after the success of Relentless Mutation. The online comments regarding whether they could top Relentless Mutation was also occasionally on their minds when composing Bleed the Future and prompted the band to ensure that all five members were happy with everything — down to the last riff, vocal line, bass run and drum pattern. “Audience expectation is really important,” says Lamb. “If we leave the jam spot and everyone is stoked on a song, it’s pretty likely that the audience will be stoked. We have the expectation of the audience, but we also have to be pumped on the music. I feel the proudest of the music. We spent more time on the songs and got better at writing. I feel it’s better music.”
“It’s an extremely tedious writing process,” adds Smith. “If anyone isn’t feeling a riff, we scrap it and have to find something we’re all happy with. It can be super-frustrating in the moment, but in the end, we have something better. We want everything we write to be a step up and I think we achieved that with Bleed the Future.”
The album is accompanied by a concept developed by Aleron that begs the question: What happens when humans start giving birth to non-humans? Born from a weird dream the vocalist had, Bleed the Future’s concept does not have finality or a conclusion. It does, however, posit a few ethical dilemmas to ties into Archspire’s long-running science fiction themes.
“I thought about what if those things they were giving birth to could actually benefit them in the future so they wouldn’t want to reject them,” says Aleron. “What would happen to the humans that weren’t born? Would they go to a different dimension? I played with that whole idea because I hadn’t seen a horror movie where that was the theme. It worked for all the songs. The only social commentary is that people don’t know what they’re giving birth to — if you put someone on this planet, you don’t know whether they’re going to be good or evil.”
Bleed the Future was recorded in October and November 2020 at Flatline Audio in Colorado with producer/engineer Dave Otero. This was the second consecutive album the band worked with Otero. According to Morelli, the recording process was seamless. “Dave was already familiar with what we each can do individually,” he says. “This time, he was more prepared to tackle those elements. How he tracks was more focused on what we were capable of and I think it really shows here.”
As live show activity for 2021 hangs in the balance (Archspire currently has dates lined up for November), the pandemic has prompted many bands to re-think their new album release dates as well as how to stay visible in a world currently without touring. But, with a fanbase that has embraced the band’s online presence that includes playthroughs, tutorials and now, cooking shows (!), Archspire heads into the Bleed the Future album cycle the benefactors of their commitment to touring and, most of all, position as one of death metal’s most forward-thinking bands.
“We have a lot of awesome fans, so I think they’ll be there to support us and pick up the album because they like the music,” says Lamb. “We’re a self-managed band; we’ve been working with the same label for ten years and I think the outcome will be good. Would it had been better if we had been on a full North American tour starting a week before the album release? Sure, but I think people will come out and support us through other means. As soon as we’re ready to go back on tour and everybody is safe to do so, we’ll be out there.”
Style: Extreme Technical Death Metal
Links:
www.archspire.bandcamp.com
www.facebook.com/Archspireband
www.twitter.com/Archspireband
www.instagram.com/archspireofficial
www.youtube.com/user/Archspiremetal
Lineup:
Oliver Rae Aleron: vocals
Spencer Prewett: drums
Dean Lamb: guitars
Tobi Morelli: guitars
Jared Smith: bass
Recording Studio: Flatline Audio (Denver, CO, USA)
Producer/mixing/mastering/engineer: Dave Otero
Cover art: Eliran Kantor
Bio: David E. Gehlke
The radio singles for "Golden Mouth of Ruin", "Bleed the Future" and "Drone Corpse Aviator" have been cleared for immediate airplay and can be downloaded (in mp3) HERE.
Shop: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/ArchspireBleed
"Still Haunt My Dreams" can be streamed/downloaded at:
Cleveland, Ohio industrial/electronic rock band GHOSTATIC has released a brand new single "Still Haunt My Dreams" to all major platforms via Imagen Records. The band released the official music video for it today!
"After releasing my debut EP on Imagine Records, which was more electronic and bass heavy, I decided to stick to my roots and lean more on the heavy rock/metal style that grabbed my ears when I was an angsty teen. 'Still Haunt My Dreams' is a hit-you-in-the-face roller coaster, conveying the fear, damage, and emotional drain of never being able to escape your past," says Adamo Fiscella, the band's vocalist/guitarist.
From hobby to obsession, raw to mega production, here and the afterlife, Ghostatic is an ominous, all-encompassing presentation of sounds and experiences written, performed, and produced by Adamo Fiscella.
The band released the official music video for "The New Revelation" late last year. The video can be seen here: https://youtu.be/q-6QMosplM4
Live band members:
Adamo Fiscella - Vocals, Guitar
Gavin Kerr - Bass, Vocals
Bailee Neville - Drums
Todd Schwartz - Guitar
Greek metal legends ROTTING CHRIST have partnered with Decibel Magazine for the exclusive flexi disc release of their brand new single, "Holy Mountain," which features Lars Nedland of BORKNAGAR to celebrate the bands' upcoming tour together. To snag this special item, be sure to get a deluxe Decibel subscription by June 1 at THIS LOCATION.
ROTTING CHRIST will be making a live debut of "Holy Mountain" during their headlining set on the Devastation on the Nation tour! The trek will kick off on April 21 in Berkeley, CA and will conclude in Los Angeles, CA on May 22! Chicago, IL and Brooklyn, NY are already SOLD OUT! Tickets can be found HERE.
ROTTING CHRIST is supporting their critically-acclaimed record, 'The Heretics,' which was released in early 2019 and can be ordered, downloaded, and streamed HERE.
ROTTING CHRIST (Devastation on the Nation w/ Borknagar, Abigail Williams, Ghost Bath + Stormruler)
04/21: Berkeley, CA @ Cornerstone [TICKETS]
04/22: Portland, OR @ Bossanova Ballroom [TICKETS]
04/23: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theatre [TICKETS]
04/24: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon [TICKETS]
04/26: Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Music Hall [TICKETS]
04/27: Denver, CO @ The Roxy Theater [TICKETS]
04/28: Kansas City, MO @ BLVD [TICKETS]
04/29: Minneapolis, MN @ Skyway Theatre [TICKETS]
04/30: Chicago, IL @ Reggies **SOLD OUT**
05/01: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary [TICKETS]
05/03: Toronto, ON @ Lees Palace [TICKETS]
05/04: Montreal, QC @ Foufounes Electriques [TICKETS]
05/05: Quebec City, QC @ Imperial [TICKETS]
05/06: Manchester, NH @ Jewel [TICKETS]
05/07: Brooklyn, NY @ Saint Vitus Bar **SOLD OUT**
05/07: Brooklyn, NY @ Saint Vitus Bar **late show // doors @ 11:00 PM** [TICKETS]
05/08: Baltimore, MD @ Soundstage [TICKETS]
05/10: Greensboro, NC @ Blind Tiger [TICKETS]
05/11: Nashville, TN @ Exit/In [TICKETS]
05/12: Birmingham, AL @ Zydeco [TICKETS]
05/13: Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Hell) [TICKETS]
05/14: Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum [TICKETS]
05/16: Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall [TICKETS]
05/17: Fort Worth, TX @ Haltom Theater [TICKETS]
05/18: Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live [TICKETS]
05/19: El Paso, TX @ Rockhouse Bar [TICKETS]
05/20: Phoenix, AZ @ Nile Theater [TICKETS]
05/21: San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick [TICKETS]
05/22: Los Angeles, CA @ 1720 [TICKETS]
ROTTING CHRIST have reached another peak in their long career that now spans over more than three decades. The Greeks have literally stood the test of time. With a steady core line-up and their well-honed live delivery, ROTTING CHRIST are filling concert halls and reap enthusiastic crowd reactions wherever they go. This demonstration of love from their followers is not just driven by nostalgia as the band has managed to evolve and grow, while staying relevant beyond the classics with their highly acclaimed latest albums such as 'Aealo' (2010), 'Κατά τον δαίμονα εαυτού’ (2013), and 'Rituals' (2016).
Now, with the new offering 'The Heretics', ROTTING CHRIST are opening a brand new chapter. With confidence and skills derived from experience, each song represents its own sonic universe. Guitarist and vocalist Sakis Tolis in collaboration with his brother Themis on drums achieve a perfect balance of amalgamating their classic and unique style of riffing and rhythm with exciting new elements sprinkled in to keep their material exciting and fresh. The experienced is enhanced by Jens Bogren's equally clear and transparent yet also massive as well as sombre mix and mastering at his widely renowned Fascination Street Studios (AMORPHIS, BORKNAGAR, MOONSPELL, DEVIN TOWNSEND, and many more).
ROTTING CHRIST were founded by Sakis Tolis and his brother Themis in the year 1987. Starting out on a basis of death and grind, the Greeks had already embarked on a darker musical journey by the time their debut full-length ‘Thy Mighty Contract’ (1993) was revealed. On the following seven albums covering a ten-year period from 'Non Serviam' (1994) to 'Sanctus Diavolos' (2004), ROTTING CHRIST steadily defined their own distinct style by experimenting with elements from death, heavy, and gothic metal without betraying their black roots. At the same time, the band went from underground heroes to headliner status. With the highly acclaimed ninth album, 'Theogonia' (2007), the Greek stalwarts added an unmistakable native element to their sound, which has remained with them as a signature trademark ever since. Exploring the mythical legacy of cultures around the globe led to ROTTING CHRIST's massively successful latest release, 'Rituals' (2016). With more than 30 years, 13 studio albums, a dozen EPs, singles and split releases, as well as more than 1.250 shows under their belt, 2018 marked the year of 'Their Greatest Spells' (2018), where they musically revisited their exciting legacy to connect their past with the present.
'The Heretics' marks another step in the evolution of the Greek masters. Buckle up for a fascinating musical ride through the woes of religious wars, Zoroastrianism and the eternal war between good and evil. Metal at its best!
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WHISKEY MYERS ANNOUNCE PERSONALLY CURATED FIREWATER MUSIC FESTIVAL LINEUP AS THE GENRE-BENDING BAND READIES TORNILLO FOR JULY 29 RELEASE
Camping Festival Experience Set for September 29 – October 1 Outside Kansas City to Feature Blackberry Smoke, Old 97’s, Read Southall Band, Nikki Lane and More
As Whiskey Myers continue to reveal new music off their forthcoming sixth studio album, Tornillo, set for release July 29 via the band’s own Wiggy Thump Records with distribution by Thirty Tigers, the group celebrated by Esquire as “the real damn deal” adds to the excitement around everything they have in store this year with today’s announcement of their personally curated Firewater Music Festival lineup.
Set to perform on Friday, Sept. 30 & Saturday, Oct. 1 in addition to Whiskey Myers are a who’s who of artists straddling the lines of country, rock and Americana. With the festival returning for its second year, the highly anticipated lineup features Blackberry Smoke, Old 97’s, Read Southall Band, Nikki Lane, Quaker City Night Hawks, 49 Winchester, Goodbye June, Ausitn Meade, The Georgia thunderbolts, them Dirty Roses and The Weathered Souls. Additionally, Thursday, Sept. 29 will feature an exclusive pre-party with the lineup to be announced soon.
“We were just thinking about ‘what do we want to do here? Who do we get to play?’,” front man Cody Cannon recently shared with Outsider of curating the inaugural lineup in 2021. “Then at the end of the day, it’s like, we just need to get our friends. Our favorite bands around are the people that we’re friends with. So, all those people on there, man, we just think the world of them… we’re very thankful to be able to put that together and just have all our friends at the same place at once.”
In addition to a reunion of musical friends on stage, the festival located just south of Kansas City on 150 acres of meadows, ponds and wooded hills will offer the ultimate outdoor lifestyle experience for fans with the live concerts supplemented by on-site activities include canoeing, zip-lining, rock climbing, archery and a swimming pool.
Two-day GA passes for Friday & Saturday’s concerts are priced at $124 and include free tent camping while two-day VIP passes, which also include free tent camping as well as a dedicated viewing area and private bathrooms, are priced at $224. Two-day Super VIP passes, priced at $399, include the standard VIP amenities as well as exclusive access to a viewing deck with optimal views of the performances.
Guests may also purchase an early entry pass for $39 to begin camping Thursday, Sept. 29 and to attend the exclusive pre-party concert. Primitive RV sites are available as an add-on for $200. All tickets are on sale now with monthly payment plans available.
For more information about the event and to purchase passes and additional add-ons, visit FirewaterMusicFestival.com and stay tuned on Facebook @FirewaterFestival, Instagram @Firewater_Festival and Twitter @Firewater for additional updates.
About Whiskey Myers
Genre-bending band Whiskey Myers have played more than 2,500 live shows to ever-increasing crowd sizes since their emergence in 2007. Their forthcoming self-produced album, Tornillo, set for release July 29, follows their self-produced fifth studio album, WHISKEY MYERS, out now on the band’s own Wiggy Thump Records. WHISKEY MYERS debuted at No. 1 on both the Country and Americana/Folk sales charts, at No. 2 on the Rock chart and No. 6 on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart (No. 3 among new releases). Their previous album, Mud, reached No. 1 on the iTunes country chart with single “Stone” hitting Top 10 all genre. In total, Whiskey Myers have sold more than 1.2 million albums and amassed over 1.5 billion streams while earning three RIAA Gold certifications. USA Today describes the band led by front man Cody Cannon as “a riff-heavy blend of Southern rock and gritty country that has earned comparisons to the Allman Brothers Band and Led Zeppelin,” with Rolling Stone noting “it’s the seminal combination of twang and crunchy rock & roll guitars that hits a perfect sweet spot.” The band known for their high-energy live show and unique sound has also earned sync success with features (and an on-screen appearance) in Paramount Network’s Kevin Costner hit show “Yellowstone” as well as the Renée Zellweger-led Netflix series “What/If,” the Angelina Jolie film “Those Who Wish Me Dead” and hit CBS series “SEAL Team.” For more information, visit www.whiskeymyers.com and follow on social media @WhiskeyMyers.
Wildstreet released a new single "Won't be Apart" featuring Todd Long today via Golden Robot Records. The single was produced by Todd Long, mixed by Jonathan Wyman and mastered by Howie Weinberg.
"Won’t Be Apart" began with Todd Long (Ghosts Of Sunset) sending a voice note melodic idea to Eric Jayk (Wildstreet) in December. They finished recording the song in a few weeks and recruited Jon Wyman (The Pretty Reckless) to mix. This track highlights include a pedal steel guitar solo, strings, and lush vocal harmonies reminiscent of 90s R&B. Jayk/Long’s previous collaborations include: Ghosts Of Sunset "All I Wanna Do is Rock" and "Look Me Up (If You Come Down)" released in 2021 via Golden Robot Records.
Todd Long is one half to the Golden Robot Records duo Ghosts of Sunset. He was drummer to the 90s band The Verve Pipe for three years, fronted The Star Darts (AMG / Universal Music)and was signed to Trydent Style Records in Japan with the group Molly. He has performed along side Goo Goo Dolls, Bowling For Soup, Butch Walker, Eve 6, Lit, Lifehouse, Sponge, Jimmy Eat World, The All American Rejects, Motion City Soundtrack, Everclear, Veruca Salt, Story Of The Year, Sugarcult, Sum 41, Trapt among others. His song placements include: Dawson’s Creek, Party of Five, NASCAR, Food Network, HP Touch Screen Computers.
In 2021, Wildstreet released their massive album III which has nearly 1.8 million streams on Spotify & the music video for their epic single "Mother". After spending most of the year on tour in the US (100+ shows including Rockfest WI). They also toured Europe bringing their music to fans in Switzerland and France for the first time. They concluded year releasing their cover of the 69eyes "Mrs.Sleazy."
In February, Wildstreet released two singles "One Tattoo," and "Born To Be (RLK)". Their festival plans include Rockfest and more, and will once again tour throughout the USA all year. They will celebrate the one year anniversary at the end of their first west coast tour at Whisky-A Go Go in Los Angeles on June 25th. They will also play shows/tour in Europe and Mexico, while working on a new full length album.
Wildstreet began in 2006 and released their self-titled debut album on Retrospect Records in 2009. The band spent the next 4 years touring nonstop and performing at US festivals including: Rocklahoma (5 consecutive years), SXSW & M3 Rock Festival. Wildstreet rocked alongside Black Veil Brides, Vains of Jenna, The Bouncing Souls, The Last Vegas, Twisted Sister, Michael Monroe, Crashdiet, Diemonds, Kix, LA Guns and more. The band won the Best Buy/Ernie Ball Battle of the Bands for Rockstar Energy’s Uproar Festival, and opened for Avenged Sevenfold, Sevendust and Three Days Grace in Camden, NJ.
About Wildstreet:
In 2011, the band released Wildstreet II..Faster..Louder! to widespread critical acclaim. They made an appearance on “The Jimmy Fallon Show” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mT2Wpp7NkK8) and their songs were licensed to TV shows on E!, MTV, VH1, Oxygen, TBSand in a THQ video game. Later that year, the band released the official music video for “Poison Kiss,” which included a cameo by Don Jameson of “The Metal Show.” Wildstreet now had the attention of rock fans worldwide. In 2012, the band released the single “Easy Does It,” and it’s official music video. The video went viral on YouTube. Wildstreet has well-over 5 million viewsand nearly 8,000 subscribers on that platform.
After taking a 2 1/2 year break off and dodging rumors of a band breakup, Wildstreet exploded back onto the NYC scene in 2016, headlining Gramercy Theatre with new lineup. In early 2017, the band rocked NYC with Faster Pussycat and The Biters and headed to Rocklahoma for the 6th time.
In 2017 Wildstreet released "Raise Hell" the first single of their highly anticipated full length album, III. Over the next four years, the band released 6 singles and 4 music videos. Signing with Golden Robot Records in 2020, Wildstreet III was released on June 25, 2021 along with their 7 1/2 minute epic music video "Mother".
Wildstreet III has reached 1.8 million streams on Spotify. Three of their singles have been mainstays to Spotify’s editorial playlist ‘Hard Rock’ & Apple Music ‘Breaking Hard Rock.’ On October 18th they released release a cover of The 69Eyes classic "Mrs. Sleazy" via Golden Robot Records. They just finished their second tour in Europe which included shows in France, Switzerland and Belgium, including Swiss Rock Cruise. To end the year they toured the East Coast USA in November. Wildstreet has confirmed shows and festival dates in Mexico, South America, UK, and Europe next year and will begin working on a new full-length follow up to Wildstreet III.
Wildstreet:
Eric Jayk: Vocals, Guitar
Jimmie Marlowe: Guitar, Vocals
Crispy Borell: Guitar
Don Berger: Bass
Alex Cohen: Drums
Kings Of World Tour West Coast 2022
FRI 6/17 Los Angeles, CA The Redwoid Bar *
SAT 6/18 Reno, NV The Loving Cup *
SUN 6/19 Las Vegas, NV Rockstar Bar *
WED 6/22 Phoenix, AZ The Blooze Bar *
THU 6/23 Lake Havasu City, AZ Jeremy's Juke Joint *
FRI 6/24 La Mesa, CA Deano's Pub *
SAT 6/25 W. Hollywood, CA Whiskey a Go-Go
*w/ Crossing I’s Dotting T’s
Kings Of World Tour Mexico 2022
THU 7/22 Monterrey, MX (TBA)
FRI 7/22 Queretaro, MX Black Dog House
SAT 7/23 Toluca, MX Kiss Lounge
SUN 7/24 Mexico City, MX HDX Circus Bar
Wildstreet ‘Kings Of World Tour’ Dates Spring 2022
THU 4/14 Richmond, VA Another Round Bar and Grill
FRI 4/15 Spartanburg, SC Ground Zero
SAT 4/16 Chesapeake, VA Jerry’s Of Indian River
THU 4/28 Allentown, PA Sportsmen's Cafe
FRI 4/29 Uniontown, PA Revolutions Bar & Grill
SAT 4/30Waterloo, NY Lizard's Tailgator Lounge
SUN 5/1 Tonawanda, NY Stamps...The Bar
THU 5/12 Providence, RI Fete Music Hall
FRI, 5/13 Worcester, MA Ralph's Rock Diner
SAT 5/14 Seabrook, NH Chop Shop Pub
MON 5/16 Berlin, MD Globe Gastro Theatre
TUE 5/17 Columbus, OH Rumba Cafe
THU 5/19 Canton, OH Buzzbin
FRI, 5/20 Chesterfield, MI Diesel Concerts
SAT 5/21 Parkersburg, WV The Dils Center
FRI 6/3 Frederick, MD Cafe 611
SAT 6/4 Hallam, PA Tourist Inn
THU, 6/9 Mechanicsburg, PA JB Lovedrafts
FRI, 6/10 Newark, DE Halftime Sports Bar
SAT 6/11 Baltimore, MD Fish Head Cantina
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'Angels'
Out May 13 via Blood Blast Distribution
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Genre-fusing guitar virtuoso Hedras has today released his latest track, "Latin Blood" from his forthcoming album 'Angels', out on May 13 via Blood Blast Distribution. Prior to today's drop, Hedras released the music video for the album title track "Angels". Speaking on the inspiration behind "Latin Blood", Hedras shares:
"'Latin Blood' has a humble story. While I was working as a cashier at a music store in Los Angeles, not my most fun days of life but valuable ones for sure, I used to grab the guitars and hide from the managers under the counters and just play a lot. One of those days the main riff of this song came to me, and I knew exactly the sound I was imagining in my head. I was listening to a Merengue piano, trumpets, and some urban Latin electronic beat in the back so went into my computer and produced the beat with those elements from scratch. I produced, composed, mixed, and mastered everything myself. I'm also using my new super versatile Cort Duality II with Fishman Fluence Classic Pickups for the main riffs, clean and distorted solos, and a sick 8-string Abasi Guitar that Tosin (from Animals As Leaders) gave me for the nasty dubstep drop."
Watch the music video for "Latin Blood" below, pre-save 'Angels' here, and be sure to stay tuned for more Hedras news coming soon.
Established in Dallas, TX, multi-instrumentalist Hedras Ramos began his musical career at age 6 by learning to play the drums. It wasn't until 2005 however (at age 13) when Hedras became interested in learning guitar. He typically practiced 7 or more hours every day, even playing up to 12 hours a day during vacations from school. Being entirely self-taught, Hedras pushed himself hard to master the guitar and in 2011 he had composed and produced his first instrumental album 'Atoms and Space'. with guests such as Andy James and Jennifer Batten. Following this was his instrumental album 'The Impressionist' which became available for purchase in September 2017, which had special guests such as Plini (guitarist), Martin Miller (guitarist), and Anup Sastry (drummer). In 2020 Hedras released his latest instrumental album titled 'Pagans', a djent and progressive metal work that was supported by Abasi Guitars in a collaboration where Tosin Abasi from Animals as Leaders, who personally gifted Hedras an 8-string Larada guitar and featured renowned musicians of the prog world recorded such as Japanese virtuoso bass player Ayumu and prog drummer Anup Sastry.
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