SILVERTUNG RETURNS AFTER TWO-YEAR HIATUS WITH NEW SINGLE, “INTEGRITY”

Mid-Atlantic rock band Silvertung is back! Following a two-year hiatus of uncertainty, they were left with the most important decision of their music career...shut down or face the adversity they've been dealt.
 
"Giving up was NOT an option," asserts lead vocalist, Speed Vincent. After experiencing the world-changing effects of the pandemic, he reformed Silvertung with all new members and a reinvented sound.
 
Injecting new styles and ideas, Silvertung is setting their own pace and rules within the quartet’s musicianship. Their newest single “INTEGRITY” is an unrelenting sonic message with intense, hard-hitting beats, aggressive guitar riffs and confident, demanding statements like “Hope you see the light, before the light becomes your enemy.” Unified with infectious melodies, fierce screaming vocals, and harmonies, firing up a massive, uplifting chorus. Mastering the elusive balance between surprising new elements, without deviating from the empowering motivation the band is known for.
 
"INTEGRITY" reveals the fortitude to fight through and stand on your own after dominating the fears of emotional and physical abuse, and the anger of being used.
 
Pre-save "INTEGRITY" here: https://show.co/izckWT3tps://show.co/izckWT3
 
This track was produced by Steven Wright at Wright Way Studios and Silvertung. Mastered by Tony Eichler at Goldtone MasterWorks, LLC

Fresh off a 32-day tour in 16 states throughout the mid-west, "INTEGRITY" is Silvertung's first release in 2023. "The band has more new music, videos, and touring coming this year," says Vincent. "Not only is Silvertung back, we’re just getting started!"
 
Catch Silvertung on tour following the "INTEGRITY" release and festivals, including Rock Fest 2023, Featuring SlipKnot, Pantera, Godsmack, Falling in Reverse, Ice Nine Kills, Papa Roach, Asking Alexandria, In This Moment, Highly Suspect, 10 Years, among others.
 
“We are excited about our upcoming tours,” says Speed, “plus playing festivals. We’re eager to get back on the road and meet you all!” The accompanying video for “INTEGRITY” gives a glimpse into the band’s energetic live performance.
 
THE BLACK AND BLUE TOUR*:
3/2 – Kent, OH @ The Outpost Concert Club
3/3 – Danville, KY @ The Nook
3/4 - Janesville, WI @ The Back Bar
3/5 - Springfield, Mo @ Outland Ballroom
3/8 - Lombard, IL @ Brauer House Lombard
3/9 - Chippewa Falls, WI @ Joel`s 4 Corners
3/10 – Mankato, MN @ The What`s Up Lounge
3/11 – Kansasville, WI @ Live at 1175
4/28 – Baltimore, Md @ Zen West
4/29 – Frenchtown, NJ @ Artie’s Bar and Grill
4/30 – Mt Holy, NJ @ Union Firehouse
 
*More dates to be announced.
 
Festival appearances:
6/9 – Unity, WI @ Monster Hall Music Festival
7/15 – Cadott, WI @ Rockfest 2023
8/12 – Jones, MI @ Summerfest 2023
 
*More dates to be announced.
 
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
 
Please visit: https://linktr.ee/SILVERTUNG

Silvertung on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0CyHz6LKA5mImI5Ugszggb
 
SILVERTUNG
Speed Vincent - lead vocals/guitar
Marc Marchetti – lead guitar
Jimy Grime – bass/backing vocals
Andy Romeo - Drum

Morgan Wallen Celebrates ONE THING AT A TIME with Special Hometown Show

East Tennessean Morgan Wallen has remained true to his roots throughout his skyrocketing career - his pride in his hometown of Sneedville, Tennessee playing an integral role in songs like “More Than My Hometown” and “Tennessee Fan.” Yesterday (3/2), stepping on to his high school alma mater’s baseball field for the first time since graduation, that pride was on full display after surprising Gibbs’ senior class in their high school auditorium, hand-delivering the news of his impromptu performance to follow that evening.
 
Brought to students by Spotify, Wallen performed an hour+ set including eight new songs from One Thing At A Time to the 2023 senior class, along with Gibbs High School faculty, the baseball team and more local guests. Guests could create their own Gibbs High School baseball card to commemorate the evening, write letters on album-themed postcards and participate in other fun games and activities all housed on the field so much of Wallen’s teamsmanship stems from.
 
It was a night the senior class nor Wallen are likely to forget. From a surprise presentation of a 2021 championship ring by baseball coach Geff Davis, to having his parents, son and both grandmothers in the crowd, a humbled and grateful Wallen reflected, “This is so cool. There are a lot of special people here. Having graduated in 2011, I wasn’t sure how I’d feel coming back - but this place will always hold a special place in my heart.”
 
The most humbling part of the evening wasn’t the jubilant crowd or the celebration of another milestone album - but was in his ability to give back to the place that built the foundation of who he has become. In a night filled with surprises, Wallen topped them all, presenting a $35,000 check on behalf of the Morgan Wallen Foundation (MWF) to go toward providing instruments for the school’s students.
 
“I started the Morgan Wallen Foundation about a year ago - It combines my love of sports and music. Without those two things I don’t know where I’d be,  I don’t know what my life would look like. I know it would look a lot different, so that’s what I’m going to try to do - give back to those two areas, as well as communities in need. That’s our focus.” Wallen shared.
 
“We wanted to say thank you tonight and help you out with a couple things, so we wrote a $35,000 check,” he continued. “It’s going to go towards instruments for the choral department, instruments for the band department and then for baseball - a new field cart - so we can help get this field back in shape after y’all trampled on it tonight.”
 
"The impact that Morgan has had on both the country genre and Spotify is undeniable. He is one of the most streamed artists on our platform, and we are thrilled to celebrate his new album with a deeply personal event in his hometown," shared Brittany Schaffer, Spotify Head of Nashville Label Partnerships, Music Strategy. "We cannot wait to watch fans connect with his new music in person and on our platform once the record comes out this week."
 
The Morgan Wallen Foundation provides opportunities for children to thrive by creating access to music and sports. The mission is inspired by Wallen’s own childhood and how access to both music and sports transformed and enriched his life in ways he could have never imagined – instilling in him the values and benefits of discipline, hard work and commitment. MWF supports programs that share its core belief that Every Child Deserves A Chance to thrive, play and create and is also dedicated to being there for communities in times of need, whether offering a helping hand during natural disasters with urgently needed supplies or turning concert parking lots into food distribution centers providing bags of groceries to food insecure families.
 
“Morgan wears his heart on his sleeve as an artist and songwriter, and he brings fans into his world through his lyrics,” said Miller Guth, Spotify Artist & Label Partnerships Manager for Nashville. “We wanted to do just that: bring fans to an influential location of his past where they’ll get to know him even more and witness an unforgettable performance.”
 
To continue the celebration of the album that has already yielded 2 No. 1 hits at country radio ahead of its release - 2x Platinum “You Proof” and Platinum “Thought You Should Know,” co-written by Wallen alongside Nicolle Galyon and Miranda Lambert - Wallen will host another free-to-fans show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena tomorrow night (March 3). The at-capacity celebration distributed every ticket available in just 3 hours and 5 minutes with fans lining up for blocks around the downtown arena.

Morgan Wallen performs surprise album release show for the senior class at his alma mater, Gibbs High School Thursday night (3/2) | Photo Credit: Happy Monday

ABOUT MORGAN WALLEN
Hailed by Billboard for making “his superstar arrival as a touring artist” in 2022, Morgan Wallen recently wrapped his record-shattering 55-show Dangerous Tour with his first headlining stadium show at Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX, which saw him shatter attendance records previously held by Elton John and Lady Gaga. Now, the CMA Entertainer of the Year nominee who broke records in 30 venues across the country - with the only country tour nominated for Pollstar’s Major Tour of the Year - will embark on a massive world tour in 2023. Spanning 30 stadium shows across 4 countries and 2 continents, plus arenas, amphitheaters and festivals, Wallen’s 63-show 2023 One Night At A Time World Tour will deliver the man The New Yorker dubbed as “the most wanted man in country” to fans worldwide.
 
With over 13.6 billion on-demand streams and eight chart-toppers at Country radio, the East Tennessean’s latest hit to top the charts is “Thought You Should Know,” cowritten with Nicolle Galyon and Miranda Lambert. Recent breakout hit “You Proof” became his fastest climbing single to-date, reaching No. 1 after just 14 weeks and remaining at No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart for a record-breaking ten non-consecutive weeks. On the heels of the unparalleled success of his 4x platinum, ACM Album of the Year, Dangerous: The Double Album (Big Loud/Mercury/Republic Records) – which topped 2021's all-genre Billboard 200 Albums year-end chart and notched historical chart status as Billboard’s longest running Top 10 album in history for a solo artist (with 108 total weeks spent in the Top 10, eclipsing Adele’s 21 and Bruce Springsteen’s Born In The USA), Wallen’s 36-song deeply personal third studio album, One Thing At A Time, is available now. The American Music Awards’ Favorite Male Country Artist and Favorite Country Song (“Wasted On You”) winner continues to touch fans’ lives in ways few can; Pollstar noting “[he has] the ability to distill his life in a way that pulls others to him.” Thanks to those very fans, the superstar has raised nearly $3 million dollars for causes close to his heart with $3 from every U.S. ticket sold for each tour benefitting the Morgan Wallen Foundation.

Tarja's Outlanders Project Shares "Echoes" — LISTEN

The brand new OUTLANDERS track "Echoes" featuring Jennifer Batten has arrived.

Listen here.

Inspired by the love for Africa and its people, "Echoes" is a tribute to this beautiful land. The emotional lyrics are wrapped in Tarja's vocals.

"Echoes" is the seventh of eight singles and is available as a limited edition 7" vinyl exclusively at Tarja's online store and digitally at earMUSIC.

PREVIOUS OUTLANDERS DROPS:
"The Cruellest Goodbye" (Feat. Al DiMeola)
"Closer to the Sky" (Feat. Trevor Rabin of YES)
"World in My Eyes" (Feat. Vernon Reid of Living Colour)
"The Sleeping Indian" (Feat. Joe Satriani and Nkoye Zifah)
"Land of Sea and Sun" (Feat. Marty Friedman)
"We Own This Sky" (Feat. Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal)

Paleface Swiss Drop Music Video For Brand New Track, "Best: Before Death"

Switzerland's finest purveyors of brutality, PALEFACE SWISS, have dropped brand new stand-alone single "Best Before: Death" today. The new release comes with a brand new music video and is in celebration of the band's first ever US tour, which kicked off in West Palm, FL with Bodysnatcher, Angelmaker and Distant. Find the track on streaming platforms HERE, watch the video below and get tickets HERE.

Speaking on his band's latest release, frontman Marc 'Zelli' Zellweger shares

"The song is about the expiry date of us humans and how we as people get closer to that date with every breath we take, with every addiction, greed, hate, over-working, etc.

You could say we are made to be used before our death. In essence, the human becomes useful after their death.

We don't have much longer because: the world is fucked, the people are fucked and our lives are fucked.“

Today is a special day for PALEFACE SWISS, not only because they unleashed their first new music in almost a year, but also because it also marks the start of their first ever US tour. The run kicked off in West Palm, FL last night and the mostly-sold-out run with Bodysnatcher, Angelmaker and Distant will hit a further 26 cities across the US before culminating in Worcester, PA on March 29th. Full routing below. Remaining tickets available from palefaceswiss.com/tour

Speaking on his excitement for the upcoming trek, Zelli continues

"A few year’s ago, me, the little swiss boy Zelli decided that I wanted to form a band with my friends. Over the years, we have luckily gained a lot of attention from heavy music fans in the US. Now, after long months and years of preparing, it is finally time for the four boys from Switzerland to head over to the states not just for our first us tour but also to make one of the biggest dreams we have as a band come true.

We are obviously extremely exited to finally give back to our US fans who have supported us so much and so constantly over the years! Something they deserve. We have a lot of respect and we’re honestly a little bit nervous but we can’t wait to finally rock through the whole country with an AMAZING line up and a nearly sold out tour! See you in the pit! "

PALEFACE SWISS US Tour Dates

w/ Bodysnatcher, Angelmaker and Distant

3/03/2023 Masquerade (Hell) - Atlanta, GA

3/04/2023 Hangar 1819 - Greensboro, NC

3/05/2023 The End - Nashville, TN

3/06/2023 Red Flag - St. Louis, MO

3/07/2023 The Rino - Kansas City, MO

3/08/2023 89th Street - Oklahoma City, OK

3/09/2023 Trees - Dallas, TX

3/10/2023 The Rock Box - San Antonio, TX

3/11/2023 Warehouse Live - Houston, TX

3/13/2023 Nile Underground - Mesa, AZ

3/14/2023 Chain Reaction - Anaheim, CA

3/15/2023 Strummer's - Fresno, CA

3/16/2023 Goldfields - Roseville, CA

3/17/2023 Neck Of The Woods - San Francisco, CA

3/18/2023 American Legion Post 8 - Las Vegas, NV

3/19/2023 The Complex - Salt Lake City, UT

3/20/2023 HQ - Denver, CO

3/21/2023 1867 Bar - Lincoln, NE

3/22/2023 Subterranean - Chicago, IL

3/23/2023 The Sanctuary - Detroit, MI

3/24/2023 The Winchester - Cleveland, OH

3/25/2023 Preserving Underground - Pittsburgh, PA

3/26/2023 Lovedraft's - Mechanicsburg, PA

3/27/2023 The Brooklyn Monarch - Brooklyn, NY

3/28/2023 Webster Underground - Hartford, CT

3/29/2023 The Palladium Upstairs - Worcester, MA

PALEFACE SWISS will also be playing a small number of headline shows with Distant and will be appearing at this year's Blue Ridge Rock Festival in September. Full dates below:

PALEFACE & DISTANT

3/30/2023 Metro Gallery - Baltimore, MD

3/31/2023 Riffhouse - Chesapeake, VA

4/01/2023 - New Brookland Tavern - W. Columbia, SC

4/02/2023 - Justice Pub - Jacksonville, FL

9/7/2023 - 9/10/23 - Blue Ridge Rock Festival

"Best Before: Death" follows the band's 2022 full-length album, "Fear & Dagger". Which shot the band into the upper echelons of the "deathcore renaissance" and spawned singles "The Orphan", "Deathtouch", "Dead Man's Diary" feat. LANDMVRKS frontman Florent Salfati and most recently, fan favourite and stylistic curveball, "My Grave / Lay with Me" which was released last month. The album focuses on more mature and critical topics related to the fears and struggles young people have to contend with in the 21st century, most importantly, the topic of mental health.

Since its release, the album has clocked up 10 million cross-platform streams, nearly 1 million YouTube views and has seen the band's monthly Spotify users increase by over 300%, currently at 320k.

The neutrality Switzerland is known for globally does not apply to PALEFACE SWISS. 

They have come to destroy. 

ABOUT PALEFACE SWISS

Since the release of their third album, 'Chapter 3: The Last Selection', independent outfit, PALEFACE SWISS have gained international recognition throughout the Deathcore and Beatdown Community. Known for their huge, aggressive riffs, brutally bombastic rhythm section, frontman, Zelli's outstanding vocals and a pinch of humor. This is Switzerland’s finest heavy music.

PALEFACE SWISS was formed in Zurich, Switzerland in 2017 by vocalist Marc Zellweger (Zelli) and drummer Colin Hammond (CJ) having met through a mutual friend in 2016. After bonding over a shared love of beatdowns and hardcore, Zelli and CJ shook hands at a concert in 2017 and promised they would create the craziest beatdown band ever together. 

They recruited guitarist Yannick Lehmann to the band and released their debut ‘Chapter 1: From The Gallows’ in 2018. Later that year, they brought bassist Tommy-Lee Abt to PALEFACE SWISS family. They played their first show in October 2018 and quickly grew in popularity with the song “Deprivation Method”. 

In early 2019, Paleface started writing ‘Chapter 2: Witch King’ which was released in May 2019. The band started to gain international attention with the release of tracks “Human Hunter” and “Skin People”. They released the single “No Mercy At All” at the end of 2019 and started working on the final installment of the dark story they’d created with Chapters 1 & 2. 

‘Chapter 3: The Last Selection’ was released on October 30th 2020 to much acclaim. PALEFACE SWISS released fourmusic videos for huge tracks “Curse Us”, “The Rats”, "Lights Out" and “Skalpell” which quickly ranked high in the deadown/hardcore charts and saw the band become cover stars on Spotify’s Heavy Beatdown playlist.

In 2022 the band released their most ambitious and brutal album yet, 'Fear & Dagger'. The album was widely considered a huge step up for the band as plaudits began to roll in for frontman Zelli's vocal ability, Metal Injection accurately summed it up in their review by saying, "It's fun to get caught up in Paleface's unrelenting instrumentals, but Zelli's really the star of Paleface. This is largely because he treats his screams like rap bars.".

The album's technical proficiency and no-holds barred brutality, coupled with Zelli's unique delivery and highly emotional lyrics struck a chord with fans worldwide and saw the band's monthly listeners on Spotify increase by nearly 300%. It was released to much acclaim with New Transcendence stating "Paleface have created one of the most emotionally relevant and intriguing beatdown releases to date" and Wall of Sound calling it "an unashamedly brutal and angry album".

As Metal Injection so astutely put it in their review of 'Fear & Dagger' - "Stop pretending to be cultured, and get down with the beatdown.".

PALEFACE SWISS Are: 

Vox: Marc “Zelli” Zellweger

Guitar: Yannick Lehmann

Bass: Tommy-Lee Abt

Drums: Cassiano Toma



Find Paleface Online 

www.palefaceswiss.com

Ryman Auditorium and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Deliver Unforgettable Night with "Rock the Ryman"

ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME AND RYMAN AUDITORIUM DELIVER
UNFORGETTABLE NIGHT WITH “ROCK THE RYMAN” CONCERT

The Inaugural Event Featured Once-in-a-Lifetime Performances
by Some of Country Music’s Biggest Names

From L to R: Charlie Worsham, Caitlyn Smith and Little Big Town's Karen Fairchild and Jimi Westbrook pay tribute to Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees who have graced the Ryman stage for "Rock the Ryman" last night (March 1) | Photo Credit: Jason Kempin

Celebrating the intersection of rock & roll and country, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Nashville’s Historic Ryman Auditorium hosted the inaugural “Rock The Ryman” event.
 
WHO: Some of Country Music’s biggest names including Little Big Town, The Cadillac Three, Caitlyn Smith, The War and Treaty, Gavin DeGraw, Charlie Worsham and Maddie & Tae performed live for the first-ever “Rock The Ryman” concert.
 
WHAT: The artists took the stage at the famed Ryman Auditorium, now an official Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Landmark, delivering reimagined songs by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees that have moved or influenced them in some way. Songs performed include:

• “Tiny Dancer” by Elton John, sung by Maddie & Tae

• “Maybe I’m Amazed” by Paul McCartney, sung by Gavin DeGraw

• “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman” by Aretha Franklin, sung by Caitlyn Smith

• “The Chain” by Fleetwood Mac, sung by Little Big Town

• “I Hate Myself for Loving You” by Joan Jett, sung by The War and Treaty

WHEN: Wednesday, March 1 at 7:30 p.m. CT
 
WHERE: Ryman Auditorium, 116 5th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219
 
WHY: This special night of music, sponsored by PNC Bank and Gibson Gives, honored the legacy and impact of the 100+ Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees who have graced the Ryman stage. In November, the Ryman opened a major exhibition Rock Hall at the Ryman to celebrate the Ryman’s mark on rock & roll history. The interactive exhibit is housed in the venue’s newly transformed 5th Avenue vestibule and features Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees including James Brown, The Byrds, Eric Clapton, Foo Fighters, Joan Jett and Dolly Parton in addition to country music icons like Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley and Hank Williams, who were early practitioners of what would become rock & roll music. Proceeds from the event will help preserve and celebrate the history of rock & roll at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Ryman Auditorium.

About the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: 
Born from the collision of rhythm & blues, country, and gospel, rock & roll is a spirit that is inclusive and ever-changing. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame celebrates the sound of youth culture and honors the artists whose music connects us all. We share stories of the people, events, and songs that shape our world through digital content, innovative exhibits, live music, engaging programs, and our annual Induction Ceremony. We intentionally foster a diverse, equitable, educational nonprofit Museum that encourages and embraces creativity and innovation. As a community leader, we value, empower, and respect all people. Join the millions who love rock & roll as much as you do. Visit us in Cleveland, Ohio or at rockhall.com and follow us on Facebook (@rockandrollhalloffame), Instagram (@rockhall), Twitter (@rockhall), TikTok (@RockHallFame), and YouTube (youtube.com/rockhall). 
 
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). 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, WSM Radio and Ole Red. For more information, visit ryman.com.
 
About PNC Bank:
PNC Bank, National Association, is a member of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC). PNC is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail and business banking including a full range of lending products; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. For information about PNC, visit www.pnc.com.
 
About Gibson Gives: 
For over 129 years, the iconic, American instrument brand Gibson has been shaping sound across generations and genres. Gibson, and its charitable arm Gibson Gives believe in the power of music, and that getting instruments into the hands of those with a desire to make music is a life-changing event. Gibson Gives--a 501(c)(3) is committed to making the world a better place by supporting non-profit organizations in their efforts to advance musicians, youth-focused education, music, and wellness initiatives. 100% of all donations to and from Gibson Gives go towards giving the gift of music. In the last three years, Gibson Gives has raised over $3.5 million dollars worldwide through its mission. Gibson Gives believes investing in music education will yield better people, better leaders, and a better world. Gibson Gives is changing lives…one guitar at a time. For more information, visit: www.gibsongives.org.

ARRIVAL OF AUTUMN - RELEASE GUITAR PLAYTHROUGH FOR "SCARS"

ARRIVAL OF AUTUMN absorb the icy emotion of their surroundings in a hard-hitting hybrid of heavy metal proficiency, metalcore intensity, and skyscraping melodic sensibility. The group channel this energy on their second full-length offering, Kingdom Undone which will be unleashed on May 26th via Nuclear Blast Records.

Last week, the band set the stage with the incendiary fretwork and pummeling drums that erupt throughout “Scars.”. The contagious melody will lead listeners on an energetic journey that will leave them shouting along  “Why don’t you show your scars?” 

Today, the band release the guitar playthrough for the single. Watch as guitarists Brendan Anderson and  Ryan Sorenson breakdown the song, below.

Watch the video for "Scars" here: https://youtu.be/WBgqZiYlWr0
Listen to "Scars" on all streaming platforms: https://bfan.link/AOA-Scars

Jamison Friesen comments, “We are very excited to release the first track off our upcoming album Kingdom Undone! 'Scars' is about being real with the people around you and to stop pretending to be something you’re not. It doesn’t matter what’s on the outside, it’s about having the courage not to hide who you are! We look forward to playing it on our upcoming tours!”

ARRIVAL OF AUTUMN began the recording of Kingdom Undone in August of 2021 at Mark Lewis Studios in Hendersonville, Tennessee & at their own studio in Grande Prairie AB, and concluded in December 2021. The album was engineered by the band and Mark Lewis who also was in change of producing,  mixing, and mastering. The artwork for the album was created by Travis Smith.

Pre-order Kingdom Undone here: https://bfan.link/AOA-KingdomUndone 

Kingdom Undone will be available in the following formats:

• CD Jewel case

• T-shirt

• CD + T-shirt Bundle

• Orange/ Blue Swirl Vinyl

• This month, ARRIVAL OF AUTUMN will hit the road with labelmates and Bay Area thrash legends HEATHEN. The "Empire Of The Blind" tour will kick off on March 9th in Rhode Island and will travel up and down the east coast making stops in Chicago, Atlanta and Orlando before concluding in Philadelphia on March 26th.
  
  Confirmed dates for the  "Empire Of The Blind"  Tour with headliners HEATHEN's are:
  3/09/2023  PROVIDENCE, RI - ALCHEMY
  3/10/2023  BROOKLYN, NY - THE KINGSLAND
  3/11/2023  MONTREAL, QC - PETIT CAMPUS
  3/12/2023  TORONTO, ON - SNEAKY DEE’S
  3/13/2023  DETROIT, MI - THE SANCTUARY
  3/14/2023  CUDAHY, WI - X-RAY
  3/15/2023  CHICAGO, IL - REGGIES
  3/16/2023  CINCINNATI, OH - LEGENDS  
  3/17/2023  KNOXVILLE, TN - THE BRICKYARD
  3/18/2023  ATLANTA, GA - BOGGS
  3/19/2023  TAMPA, FL - BRASS MUG
  3/20/2023  MIAMI, FL - GRAMPS
  3/21/2023  ORLANDO, FL - THE HAVEN
  3/23/2023  CHARLOTTE, NC - THE MILESTONE
  3/24/2023  CHESAPEAKE, VA - RIFFHOUSE
  3/25/2023  BALTIMORE, MD - METRO
  3/26/2023  PHILADELPHIA, PA - MILKBOY
  
  ARRIVAL OF AUTUMN is:

  Jamison Friesen | Vocals
  Brendan Anderson | Guitar
  Ryan Sorensen | Guitar
  Liam Frith| Bass
  Ty Fox | Drums

Knotfest x SXSW Showcase Set for March 18 at Elysium, Feat. The Callous Daoboys, Soul Slo, Creeping Death, + More🤘

KNOTFEST EXPANDS "PULSE OF THE MAGGOTS" BRAND WITH OFFICIAL SXSW SHOWCASE

SHOWCASE TAKES PLACE MARCH 18 AT ELYSIUM IN AUSTIN

PERFORMERS INCLUDE HEAD-TURNING ACTS SUCH AS THE CALLOUS DAOBOYS, CREEPING DEATH, ESCUELA GRIND, MILITARIE GUN, SOUL GLO,+ VCTMS

Knotfest is expanding its emerging artist brand, Pulse of the Maggots, by teaming up with SXSW for an official showcase set for March 18 at Elysium in Austin.

This showcase is a powerhouse that spotlights a wide range of artists currently causing thrills in the heavy culture space. 

The lineup, in alphabetical order, is as follows: The Callous Daoboys, Creeping Death, Escuela Grind, Miliatrie Gun, Soul Glo, and VCTMS.
 
SXSW states that it is "thrilled to partner with KNOTFEST for their first-ever official showcase. As a festival that's focused on highlighting new and upcoming artists in the heavy scene, KNOTFEST and Pulse of the Maggots are a perfect fit and are helping us expand more into the growing metal and hardcore scenes. We are excited for everyone to see what is in store for the night." 
 
Clown of Slipknot shares the enthusiasm, saying, "Excited for the new Pulses for us all."

Pulse of the Maggots Fest initially began as a digital festival in 2020, shortly after the launch of Knotfest.com as a full heavy culture media hub as a way to bring emerging artist performances to audience across the world during the world shut down. After two more digital festivals, Pulse Fest had its inaugural in-person event with the Pulse Fest UK featuring Sylosis, Orbit Culture, Heriot, Spiritworld, and more.

With this SXSW showcase (as well as other festivals spanning the globe, including currently on-sale festivals in Australia, Japan, and Italy, Knotfest continues its impact as a curator in the heavy genre.

ABOUT THE PULSE OF MAGGOTS x SXSW SHOWCASE LINEUP:

THE CALLOUS DAOBOYS:
Earning comparative nods to mathcore lineage like Botch and Converge, the sextet package a cacophony of organized chaos in a performance on 2022's Celebrity Therapist  that is purely volatile. 

CREEPING DEATH: 
Practitioners of Texas heft, Creeping Death have taken up the torch for the modern era of death metal. The band's Edge of Existence EP was hailed for it classic and contemporary take on the genre such that their forthcoming 2023 release is among the most anticipated of the year. 

ESCUELA GRIND:
The New England grindcore unit proved relentless on their 2022 full length, Memory Theater. Paying homage to their predecessors like Napalm Death, Brutal Truth, and early Carcass, the technical prowess in tandem with the sheer brutality of the band make them among extreme music’s most promising prospects. 

MILITARIE GUN: 
Dynamic songwriters well beyond their years, L.A.'s Militarie Gun have a knack for crafting tunes that stick. Their All Roads Lead to the Gun ushered in a new era of post-hardcore brilliance that leaned heavily on memorable hooks, punchy guitars and a '90s angst executed with grit and guts. 

SOUL GLO:
The Philly hardcore standouts scored a massive win in 2022 with the release of their universally acclaimed, Diaspora Problems. Praised for their biting social commentary and frenzied execution, they are among the most exciting, emerging names in the landscape of contemporary hardcore. 
 
VCTMS:
The Chicago aggressors and DIY riders spent most of 2022 touring in support of their Vol. IV: Numb the Ache LP. Ending the year with the reveal of the single, "The Dearly Beloved," the band's layered assault and musical bombast makes for an impressive show of force.

STONED JESUS Premieres New Album 'Father Light' via The Obelisk

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Ukrainian psychedelic rock trio STONED JESUS has teamed up with The Obelisk to stream the new album, 'Father Light,' in its entirety ahead of tomorrow's release! The album can be heard below.

Lead vocalist and guitarist Igor Sydorenko comments: "Written in 2019, recorded in 2021, released in 2023 - behold 'Father Light!' Serving as the first half of our ambitious five-years-in-the-making song cycle project, 'Father Light is heavy, intense and progressive - while its sister album, 'Mother Dark,' is expected to be more laid-back, hypnotic and introverted. You know when every artist ever says their new work is their best? Well, we actually believe this to be true with this one!"

For those who might be unfamiliar with STONED JESUS, the band is well-known for their explosive single, "I Am The Mountain," which reached a whopping 15 million views on YouTube! The iconic clip can be found HERE.

Pre-orders for 'Father Light' are now live and can be found HERE.

Pre-save 'Father Light' on your favorite streaming service HERE.

STONED JESUS recently announced their appearance on the mighty Hellfest of 2023! More information on tours/festival for 2023 will be announced on a later stage.

Ukrainian prog-stoner trio STONED JESUS held their first rehearsal since the Russian invasion in the middle of July 2022. It was a moment the band dubbed as “surreal” and justifiably so — the regular ritual of band practice was made impossible by the war. The members of STONED JESUS — Igor Sydorenko (vocals/guitar), Sergii Sliusar (bass) and Dmytro Zinchenko (drums) — captured the moment for their social media channels. A broad smile of defiance and satisfaction can be seen on their faces. Regardless of the senseless havoc and destruction reaped upon their homeland, STONED JESUS would play on. It was the resumption of a music career temporarily thwarted but not defeated by evil.
 
Since 2009, STONED JESUS has served as one of Ukraine’s leading forces in heavy rock. Sydorenko, a veteran of the Ukrainian music scene, formed the band after stumbling upon some heavy and angry riffs that would become the song “Occult.” He fed off his Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin influences and was soon turned onto Electric Wizard and Sleep, two bands who mastered the art of bold, lurching heaviness, thus creating a sonic template to abide by.
 
The band was initially dubbed “STONED JESUS from the Outer Space” but shortened to the much crisper Stoned Jesus. The name was trimmed down out of necessity — Sydorenko wanted to legitimize the band immediately. “I realized that this may cause some problems,” he told the Psychedelic Baby webzine in 2010. “Some people wouldn’t take our music seriously, then. I don’t mind jokes and having fun, but music is always the most serious thing for me.”
 
Two demos ensued before STONED JESUS’s debut LP, 2010’s First Communion. Recorded in two hours, First Communion was a promising offering that dove headlong into the world of heavy stoner rock, with three songs going over the ten-minute mark for hypnotic effect. The album eventually saw a proper reissue in 2020, introducing it to a new group of fans. Seven Thunders Roar followed in 2012 and included “I’m the Mountain,” a 16-minute epic jam that has since become a live staple. The album also introduced a bevy of acoustic guitar and softer vocal approaches from Sydorenko.
 
The Harvest came next in 2015, deftly transitioning Stoned Jesus from sludge into new terrain, including alternative and progressive rock. This is a credit to Sydorenko’s evolving songwriting style and desire to never allow STONED JESUS to repeat itself. “It works brilliantly for the likes of Motörhead or AC/DC, but we’re not that legendary yet,” he told Outlaws of the Sun webzine in 2015. “So, let’s experiment, shall we? Let’s play with the genres, the sound, the song structures, the melodies, the timings — yes, my favorite trick!”
 
Pilgrim came next in 2018, which until now, has been the band’s career-defining moment. Stoned Jesus’s original plans were to record its follow-up in 2020. That, of course, was sidelined by the pandemic. The band then entered Spivaki Records in Kharkiv in July 2021 to record nine songs at 75 minutes. Two-thirds of the material was mixed and mastered before the invasion, leaving the final run-time of six songs at 43 minutes.
 
The result is Father Light, the band’s first for Season of Mist. The album catches Stoned Jesus in full bloom. The foundational elements of STONED JESUS’s sound remain (fuzzed-out rock, driving bass lines and maximum groove) and are once again augmented by the combination of Sydorenko’s gentle clean vocals and hook-laden chorus choices, along with an array of ornamental guitar melodies. And, in true STONED JESUS fashion, the journey is often the reward: The cuts on Father Light expand and shift — all the while, the band’s trademark heaviness serves as the guide.
 
STONED JESUS subsequently resumed live activity in July 2022 with European festival dates and runs with countrymen (and labelmates) Somali Yacht Club and then VOVK. The shows provided the band the opportunity to air two of the songs that would end up on Father Light: “Con” and “Porcelain.” Moreover, the dates were an outlet for the band to connect with waiting audiences who supported their music and cause of raising money to help those impacted by the war.
 
The idea that music is the ultimate escape has never rung truer in light of what happened to Ukraine in 2022. The prospect of brighter days lies ahead, making the Father Light album title even more appropriate.

As 2022 drew to a close, the members of STONED JESUS posted their final message for the year, epitomizing their resilience and optimism:
 
All the missiles in the world can’t destroy freedom. Nothing will stop truth.

Line-up:
Lead-Vocals and Guitar: Igor Sydorenko
Bass and backing vocals: Sergii Sliusar
Drums and backing vocals: Dmytro Zinchenko

Recording studio - Spivaki Records, Ukraine
Producer / sound engineer - Artem Altunin and Dmytro Zinchenko
Mastering: Metropolis Studio, London, UK - Andy “Hippy” Baldwin

Recording line-up
- Igor Sydorenko (Arlekin, Voida, Krobak, Snakerider) – lead and backing vocals, electric and acoustic guitars, organ on track 3
- Dmytro Zinchenko (Doomed City, Orkectr Che, Sekunda Kota, Smeyushiysa Tigr, Small Depo) – drums and percussion, backing vocals
- Sergii Sliusar – bass, backing vocals

Links:
instagram.com/stonedjesusband
http://facebook.com/stonedjesusband
twitter.com/stonedjesusband
youtube.com/c/StonedJesus
stonedjesus.bandcamp.com

Pre-save: https://orcd.co/stoned-light
Pre-order: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/STJ-FL

Photocredit: Mateusz Kluba
Artwork: Anton Pcholkin
Bio: David E. Gehlke

Formats:
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Digipak
Vinyl in various colours 
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Ashley McBryde Joins “The Jennifer Hudson Show” as “Light On In The Kitchen” Debuts to Critical Acclaim

ASHLEY McBRYDE JOINS “THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW”
 
New Single “Light On In The Kitchen” Debuts to Critical Acclaim;
Impacts Country Radio March 27
 
“Ashley McBryde maintains her position as 
country’s most down-to-earth songwriter”
 – The New York Times

Grand Ole Opry member Ashley McBryde joined “The Jennifer Hudson Show” yesterday, March 1 to discuss her latest release, recent GRAMMY win for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for her chart-topping “Never Wanted To Be That Girl” with Carly Pearce and performed an impromptu song based on an audience member’s story.
 
Last week, McBryde debuted her latest single “Light On In The Kitchen” to critical acclaim, with The New York Times praising, “Ashley McBryde maintains her position as country’s most down-to-earth songwriter,” while Rolling Stone observes, “With its gentle, brushed drums and light shadings of mandolin, it’s a delicate ballad that feels ready for radio and the Grand Ole Opry stage but comes with mountains of good advice.”
 
With “Light On In The Kitchen” impacting Country radio on March 27, Billboard boasts, “Is Ashley McBryde capable of writing a less-than-stellar song? It seems not,” calling it “another ace from this singer-songwriter,” as Stereogum notes “McBryde excels at tough-minded character sketches with Southern-rock edges, but she’s also great at this kind of sentimental fare.”
 
The Arkansas native performed in her home state over the weekend and heads back out on the road next week before embarking on a run of additional headlining shows, festivals, two dates at the Grand Ole Opry, three dates with Eric Church on The Outsiders Revival Tour and seven shows with Jelly Roll this spring and summer. Tickets are available at AshleyMcBryde.com.
 
Ashley McBryde Upcoming Tour Dates
 
March 8           The Cove at River Spirit Casino Resort                     Tulsa, Okla.
March 9           NRG Park                                                                   Houston, Texas
March 11         Grand Ole Opry House                                               Nashville, Tenn.
April 1             Country Thunder Arizona 2023                                  Florence, Ariz.
Aril 15             Isleta Resort & Casino                                                Albuquerque, N.M.
April 16           Ector Theatre                                                              Odessa, Texas
April 21           River Center Theatre                                                  Baton Rouge, La.
April 22           The Crawfish Music Festival 2023                            Biloxi, Miss.
April 28           Double Decker Arts Festival 2023                             Oxford, Miss.
April 29           Paramount Center for the Arts                                    Bristol, Tenn.
April 30           EKU Center for the Arts                                             Richmond, Ky.
May 12            Choctaw Grand Theater                                              Durant, Okla.
May 13            Cook’s Garage                                                            Lubbock, Texas
May 16            Grand Ole Opry House                                               Nashville, Tenn.
May 18            American Music Theatre                                            Lancaster, Pa.
May 19            Newton Theatre                                                          Newton, N.J.
May 20            Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom                              Hampton Beach, N.H.
May 21            Bottle & Cork                                                             Dewey Beach, Del.
May 28            Fairplex                                                                       Pomona, Calif.
June 2-4          BackCountry Festival 2023                                        Gardnerville, Nev.
June 17            Morgan County Fairgrounds                                      Martinsville, Ind.
June 22            Luther F. Carson Four Rivers Center for the              Paducah, Ky.
                        Performing Arts
June 23            Pine Knob Music Center                                            Clarkston, Mich.
June 24            Blossom Music Center                                               Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
June 29            Credit One Stadium                                                    Charleston, S.C.
July 8              Hodag Country Festival 2023                                     Rhinelander, Wis.
July 20-23       Country Thunder Wisconsin 2023                              Twin Lakes, Wis.
July 22            Ionia Free Fair Fairgrounds                                        Ionia, Mich.
July 27-29       Headwaters Country Jam 2023                                   Cardwell, Mont.
Aug. 4             Oregon Jamboree Music Festival 2023                      Sweet Home, Ore.
Aug. 6             Big Valley Jamboree 2023                                          Camrose, Alberta
Aug. 11           Jiffy Lube Live                                                           Bristow, Va.
Aug. 12           Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater              Virginia Beach, Va.
Aug. 19           Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre                               Maryland Heights, Mo.
Aug. 25           CHI Health Center Omaha                                         Omaha, Neb.
Aug. 26           T-Mobile Center                                                         Kansas City, Mo.
Sept. 19           Paycom Center                                                           Oklahoma City, Okla.
Sept. 21           Germania Insurance Amphitheater                             Austin, Texas
 
About Ashley McBryde
GRAMMY, CMA and ACM award winner Ashley McBryde cut her teeth playing country songs in biker bars – and it shows. The Grand Ole Opry member’s 2018 major label debut Girl Going Nowhere (Warner Music Nashville) charmed The New York Times, NPR, Rolling Stone, Paste, The Washington Post and more, all en route to landing a GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album. McBryde closed out 2019 with ACM New Female Artist, CMT Breakout Artist, a New Artist of the Year win at the 53rd Annual CMA Awards and two nominations for the 2020 GRAMMYs for Best Country Song and Best Country Solo Performance for “Girl Goin’ Nowhere.” Her follow-up Never Will was tagged by Rolling Stone as one of the most anticipated of the year alongside NPR, who also ranked her Top 10 RIAA Platinum-Certified single “One Night Standards” as one of the best songs of 2019. The album earned McBryde a 2021 GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album, making Never Will the only album nominated for Country Album of the Year by the ACMs, CMAs and the Recording Academy in the same award season. Her GRAMMY-winning duet with Carly Pearce, “Never Wanted To Be That Girl,” went all the way to No. 1 and earned McBryde and Pearce the ACM and CMA award for Musical Event of the Year. McBryde was also honored with the 2022 CMA International Artist Achievement Award for the most significant creative growth, development and promotion of the country music industry outside of the United States. Her collaborative project Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville featuring Brothers Osborne, Brandy Clark, Pillbox Patti, Caylee Hammack, Aaron Raitiere and Benjy Davis earned McBryde her third consecutive GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album, making her a six-time GRAMMY nominee. Upon its release, Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville garnered applause from The New York Times, NPR, Variety, Vulture, Esquire, Rolling Stone, Billboard and Stereogum, among many more. McBryde recently wrapped The Judds: The Final Tour with Wynonna and two sold-out nights at the Ryman Auditorium with Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville Live. Her latest single “Light On In The Kitchen,” available everywhere now, will impact Country radio on March 27. McBryde will embark on a run of additional headlining shows, festivals, two dates at the Grand Ole Opry, three dates with Eric Church on The Outsiders Revival Tour and seven shows with Jelly Roll this spring and summer. For more information, visit Ashley McBryde.com or follow her on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube.

PhaseOne + Void of Vision Drop Sizzling "Eyes Wide Shut" Collab

Hot on the heels of explosive, 2022-released collabs with forward-thinking metal bands ERRA and Polaris, hard-hitting Aussie producer PhaseOne has now partnered with Void Of Vision for raucous new track titled "Eyes Wide Shut."

It's a radioactive cauldron of synths and beats, thunderous sounds, soaring vocals, and clawed-the-bowels-of-hell screams. It's a sonic thrill ride in which you will experience ALL of the feels. It's an excellent execution of an EDM x metalcore mashup, as PhaseOne has become known for!

Listen here. 

"The instrumental for this song was the first demo I made for this UNFD project," PhaseOne states. "It evolved many times before the final product, but the final result is something I'm very proud of! It is a metalcore-focused song with synth riffs mimicking the guitars throughout the entire track, giving it that electronic blend before breaking off into a full blown drum & bass section, which catches the listener off-guard in the best way possible. Jack [Bergin] from Void Of Vision sent me his vocal top line, and it was the cherry on top, as it really tied the track together. He nailed the assignment, fulfilling all the sections super tastefully with his wonderful vocal range."

"The idea of working alongside PhaseOne has always been something floating around VOV camp as we've delved further into the electronic world we're now within, whether it be between ourselves or with colleagues," says Bergin. "When we were approached for the collab, it was an absolute no brainer, not just in the aspiration sense, but also to continue pushing the envelope of areas where we can go as a band." He continues "It's been a rewarding year creating and releasing our most experimental work to date so getting to release this track which is somewhat of a culmination of every area we've been exploring sonically, was just a perfect way to keep up the momentum and leave people still curious as to what comes next. Getting to experiment a lot more with a more dynamic vocal range was such a huge confidence booster for myself and I can't thank PhaseOne enough for letting me tackle some new things in this one."

Bergin finishes, "Lyrically, 'Eyes Wide Shut' serves as a mental slap in the face for myself, a reminder to snap out of falling back into old habits which I've done so well of keeping out of the past few years. As I was personally wrapping the year that had been with a hectic touring schedule and leaving my old job, I felt like I was almost developing some kind of martyr complex amidst the burnout. When I hopped into the studio to record for this one, it was very easy to pen down that exact moment and place it within the art, kind of preparing me mentally to go into the new year with a clean slate."

As noted, PhaseOne is no stranger to collaborations in the rock and metal world, with the acclaimed EDM artist having previously teamed up with the likes of Northlane, Silverstein, Crystal Lake, Thy Art Is Murder, and countless others, with his distinct brand of hard hitting guitars welded to heavy-duty bass endearing him globally, racking up 75 million streams and a formidable live reputation in the process. And while his sensational emergence onto the scene back in 2013 saw him whip ears and crowds into a frenzy via his unique take on bass music production, his latest endeavor — a collection of collaborations with some of the hottest names in heavy music curated by UNFD — is seeing him reach new audiences and fresh creative heights.

"Icarus," the collaboration with Polaris, has already tallied nearly 1.5 million streams, while "World Unknown" with ERRA is just about to hit a million streams since it's December release.

MORE PHASE ONE COLLABS:
 "World Unknown" (With ERRA)
"Icarus" (With Polaris)

From Stylophone to Stylish Indie-Pop: London's Mari Dangerfield releases 'Love And Other Machines' album

"Sonically pleasing, lyrically clever, easily accessible, largely danceable and totally relatable... Recalling the best of such artists as Lowell, Chvrches, Kate Nash, Saint Etienne and Dubstar" ~ Amplify Music Magazine

"Instantly gripping that it draws you in completely, leaving its mark with no apologies... entire album is so artistically riveting, both technically and lyrically, that it takes you on the swells and waves of their journey" ~ Mobile Musician Magazine

“...truly catchy melodies and a stunning chorus (that is to die for) that will undoubtedly get stuck in your head” - American Pancake

“Definitely both melodic and somewhat quirky. It has an undeniable hook and a catchy synth melody” ~ Loudness


Rising London indie pop gem Mari Dangerfield has released her album 'Love And Other Machines', a collection of 12 catchy synth-driven alternative pop tunes, on CD via Dimple Discs. She also presents a series of fun buoyant videos, including for the uber-catchy 'Screen Time', driven by concern about technology and its effects, and the endearing and reverie-filled electro-ballad 'The Stars Were Wrong'.  

Hailing from Ealing, West London, Mari Dangerfield is a multi-talented and colourful alternative / electronic pop artist, producer, writer and musician with a knack for fragile songs bursting with originality. Coining her sound "Quirkpop of the mind, body and laptop", her productions are characterised by rich vocal harmonies, catchy hooks and cinematic arrangements.

Broadly a concept album, 'Love And Other Machines' explores the connections between emotions and technology and is filled with love songs that use objects and gadgets as songwriting metaphors. Dangerfield made her first appearance on the music scene after winning a Mute Records video competition. In 2017, she also won a competition created by French composer Yann Tiersen, for which she covered his song ‘Porz Goret’, winning in the Best Non-Piano category.

Building on a string of self-released singles and videos since 2018, she has been able to build a devoted audience, both online and for her unique live shows. Already something of a polymath, she records, arranges and produces all her own material, as well as designing the visual content for artwork, new media and video. She’s also known for re-popularising the Stylophone, which features in her early singles and her live set.

Thematically, many of the songs are connected to technology (whether from exhaustion of its use or anguish from the way it highlights loneliness, dependency or one's psychological condition), with other songs about love and relationships. 'Love Machine' is the anchor that binds those themes tightly together, exploring how love can be a mechanical process (certainly on the biological and psychological side of things). 'Coping Mechanism', 'Virtually', 'Screen Time' and 'Webcam' continue this exploration.

“This album is so much more than just a collection of songs to me – It’s a sort of record of the first few years of my career, and an even longer period of my life. It reveals so much about me, personally and professionally. It feels like my artist's palette has been formed. If you really listen to these songs, you can get to know me on quite a deep level. There’s a lot of my reality embedded within the concept and the stories. I would have been lost without making music. It saved my mental wellbeing,” says Mari Dangerfield.

This album is as diverse in sound as it feels in how it’s travelled with me as I’ve developed as an individual over the past three years: No song sounds the same and, as I’m sure you’ll agree, it feels like I’m in a very different place at the end from where I was when it began. Undeniably, some of the songs delve into some quite personal struggles of mine and were inspired by my time in therapy between 2015 and 2018, as I came out of some incredibly dark places. I was so lucky to have been gifted all this time to learn about myself and my inner wounds, and not only improve as a person, but to be left with the tools to continue to reflect on my struggles, as undoubtedly, they would and do return in different guises."

'Love And Other Machines' is out now, available both on CD and digitally. It can be ordered via Bandcamp or elsewhere from all fine online music platforms, including Apple Music and Spotify.

CREDITS
Track 2, 4, 7, 8, 12 - Produced by Mari Dangerfield
Tracks 1, 9, 10 - Produced by Mari Dangerfield and Jamie Macneal
Track 6 - Produced by Mari Dangerfield and Leigh Kemp
Track 3 - Produced by Mari Dangerfield, Alberto Hernandez and Grgur Raic
Track 5 - Produced by Mari Dangerfield and Charlie Westropp
Track 1, 9, 10 - Mixed by Jamie Macneal
Track 4, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12 - Mixed and mastered by Diogo Almeida
Track 2, 3 - Mixed and mastered by Grgur Raic
Track 5 -  Mixed and mastered by Charlie Westropp
Track 1, 9, 10 - Mastered by Katie Tavini
All songs written and performed by Mari Dangerfield, except
Track 1 - Performed by Mari Dangerfield and Jamie Macneal
Track 5 - Written and performed by Mari Dangerfield and Charlie Westropp
Track 11- Performed by Mari Dangerfield, Hytallo Yuri and Roy Salmon Weinheber (the latter two recorded at City Studios, Lisbon)


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Brazil's BIKE present Amazonian psychedelic rock-prog trip on 'O Torto Santo' + MARI DANGERFIELD

"This is a fabulous band with positive, reflective and stimulating music... they seem very much to Brazil (and the world) what Tame Impala is to Australia. The light of the sun is here with slight strobes of dark trippiness caught between the trance-like guitar riffs" ~ Amplify Music Magazine


Brazil-based sonic adventurers BIKE have announced that they will release their new album ‘Arte Bruta’ on May 5 via Quadrado Mágico Records and Before Sunrise Records.

Ahead of that, they preview 'O Torto Santo', the intriguing lead single from this psych-rock, post-Tropicalia, noise rock collection. ‘Arte Bruta’ represents the process of self-analysis the band has undergone in recent years, resulting in the most daring leap in the group's career.

BIKE's trajectory has been one of long journeys, formed in 2014 by Julito Cavalcante (guitar and vocals), Diego Xavier (guitar and voice), Daniel Fumega (drums) and João Gouvea (bass).

“The lyrics for this song were inspired by self-analysis, where I understood that everything has two sides and that we have to be aware of what happens around us, strong enough to face difficulties and take advantage of every opportunity that life gives us,” says Julito Cavalcante.

“Both ‘O Torto Santo’ and this album move forward from our sound on previous albums. We managed to mix all the coolest things we had already done with new references and older ones that have not yet appeared on other albums. We also added new elements and handcrafted instruments in the songs. The idea was to sound artistic and raw at the same time.”

Turning heads and pleasing fans since launching, BIKE is the only Brazilian band that has released music ('Enigma Do Dente Falso') in 2014) through Columbia Records imprint 30th Century Records, founded by cult American producer Danger Mouse.

BIKE released their debut album '1943' in 2015, followed by 'Em Busca da Viagem Eterna' (2017), 'Their Shamanic Majesties' Third Request' (2018) and 'Quarto Templo' (2019). These releases have brought them critical acclaim.

To date, BIKE has played more than 400 shows in 16 Brazilian states, the venues ranging from larger stages to underground houses and festivals. They've also shared the stage with The Black Angels and Os Mutantes. The band also did three extensive international tours through France, Germany, Italy, Belgium, Scotland and Wales and has performed at Primavera Sound (Spain), Nox Orae (Switzerland), MIL Lisbon (Portugal) and The Great Escape (England).

On March 1, 'O Torto Santo' will be available from fine digital platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp, where the ‘Arte Bruta’ album (out on May 5) is also available for pre-order. BIKE will be performing at this year's SXSW Festival (March 13~18) and Treefort Music Fest (March 24-26). More live dates can be expected.

ALBUM CREDITS
Recorded by Gustavo Mendes & Guilherme Held
Recorded at Estúdio Held in São Paulo
Mixed by Guilherme Held
Mastered by Fernando Sanches at Estúdio El Rocha
Produced by Guilherme Held
Lyrics by Julito Cavalcante
Songs by BIKE, except 'Arcoverde" and 'Além-Céu' by Guilherme Held and "Cedro" and 'Yaripo' by Guilherme Held and BIKE
Julito Cavalcante – vocals, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, garabiroba and percussion
Diego Xavier – vocals, electric guitar and acoustic guitar
Daniel Fumega – drums and percussions
João Gôuvea – bass, synthesizers and harmonium
Guilherme Held – electric guitar on Cedro
Cover artwork and design by Juli Ribeiro


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TAPROOT ANNOUNCE RELEASE OF NEW STUDIO ALBUM SC\SSRS, MACHINE SHOP ALBUM RELEASE

Michigan Hard Rock Mainstays TAPROOT have announced the release date for their upcoming 7th studio album SC\SSRS, the first since 2012’s The Episodes, set to hit stores September 29th via THC MUSIC/Amplified Distribution. Produced by guitarist/vocalist Stephen Richards at The Loft in Saline, MI, SC\SSRS is the musical brainchild of Richards, recorded and written over the last decade, first as material for a new Taproot album, then with the intention of a solo release, before coming full circle back to Taproot.

Says Richards, “I had written most of this record to be the next Taproot release years ago, following The Episodes, when some health and other issues arose, we decided to take a break that turned into a longer than anticipated hiatus. After my mother's passing, I decided I needed to record these songs and share them with friends and fans that were interested in hearing what was next. I've spent the last 6 years doing as much as I could around my personal life to make it happen, and after all of the hard work, the other guys jumped behind me to support and we decided to get it out there and release what IS the new Taproot record SC\SSRS.”

Bassist Phil Lipscomb adds, “Steve had all these great songs recorded that he'd originally written for the next Taproot record that he was planning to just release independently as part of his solo project, but we started talking, and I encouraged him that we should just do it as a Taproot record and pay it the respect that it deserves. And that's exactly what we did.”

SC\SSRS will be available for pre-order 3/15 from taprootmerch.com.

Taproot also welcomes new guitarist Taylor Roberts, and the return of original drummer Jarrod Montague, who will join the band for select upcoming shows (with all other shows featuring longtime drummer Dave Coughlin of Sponge) including their “reunion” appearance at Blue Ridge Rock Fest in September, and the SC\SSRSalbum release party, which will mark the band’s first club show in 6 years, September 29th at The Machine Shop, in Flint, MI.

Tickets go on sale Friday morning at 10 am EST and a VIP Upgrade is available at taprootmerch.com.

Taproot also recently announced the release of Best of Besides, a 17-track collection of remastered demos and rarities, mastered by Richard Easterling (Tantric, Zen From Mars) in stores and digital May 5th, available for pre-order now at taprootmerch.com

Taproot formed in 1997 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and went on to sign to Atlantic Records, releasing their Ulrich Wild (Static-X, Pantera, Mindless Self Indulgence) produced debut album GIFT in 2000, followed by extensive touring including appearances on Ozzfest 2000 and 2001, and tours with Deftones, Incubus, Papa Roach, Slipknot, Mudvayne, Disturbed, and Linkin Park.

The bands sophomore release Welcome, their first pairing with legendary producer Toby Wright (Alice in Chains, Metallica, Korn, Primus) which Rolling Stonecalled, “a self-preserving transition from new metal to art metal”, went on to sell over 500,000 copies and spawn the hit Rock singles “Poem”, which peaked at #5 on the Mainstream Rock charts, and “Mine”, helping propel "Welcome" to over 50 million digital streams. The band would continue heavy touring with Alien Ant Farm, Chevelle, joining Disturbed on the Music As A Weapon Tour, and Linkin Park. Vocalist Stephen Richards would also appear on the track “P5hng Me A*wy” on Linkin Park’s 2002 remix album REANIMATION.

2005 saw the release of Blue-Sky Research, also helmed by Wright, the band’s final release for Atlantic, which spawned the hit radio single “Calling”, co-written with FAR vocalist Jonah Matranga, and saw the band collaborate with Billy Corgan (Smashing Pumpkins), Nick Hexum (311), and Stephen Carpenter (Deftones), with heavy touring again, with the likes of Chevelle, Staind, P.O.D., and Flyleaf.

Taproot released several more full-length studio albums, including 2008’s Our Long Road Home (Velvet Hammer), 2010’s Plead The Fifth (Victory), with the single “Fractured (Everything I Said was True)” reaching the top 20 on the Active Rock Chart, and 2012’s The Episodes, while continuing to tour consistently through 2013, when the band went on an indefinite hiatus, returning only to play a sporadic handful of local Michigan shows, before reforming officially this year.

Taproot will play BLUE RIDGE ROCK FEST in September, and The Machine Shop in Flint, MI on 9/29.

For More Information Please Visit:

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Out of Brooklyn NY Comes Mag Electric with Their New Single "Thorn In My Side"

MAG ELECTRIC release their new single/video "THORN IN MY SIDE". Mag Electric plays music that can best be described as hard rock with a healthy dose of psychedelic influence. "Thorn In My Side" garners all of those motions put into place by a distinct bass and drum drive. The vocals were undeniably written and sung to fit the jam. This is a complete work formed with overtures of classic and psych rock. With their second release, it is time to give Mag Electric their due. "Thorn In My Side" is set to bring the rock loud and proud!

'"Thorn in my Side" is Mag Electric's hard rock expression of life's annoyances and problems. Brought about by daily struggles most everyone experiences in all walks of life, the song expresses a response to the thorn in your side in your own life. All wrapped up in a psychedelic hard rock package, "Thorn" figures to be song rock fans can relate to as we go through life picking thorns out of our own sides."' - William Peluso

"Thorn In My Side'' is the second single from NYC 3-piece Mag Electric. Building off the hard rock foundation the band laid with their debut "Iron Horse", "Thorn In My Side" sees the band explore more of their musical roots. The psychedelic influences of guitarist Jack Simchak are on full display, from beginning to end. In addition, the unique arrangement necessitated by the song's intro section showcases the band's appreciation of non-traditional song structures. Make sure to check out "Thorn In My Side", a song that could be an instant classic among fans of the genre.

Song mixed by David Tyo

Mastering Engineer - Lachlan Carrick

Music video producer/editor - Brennan Gervasi aka @freakdemographic

PURCHASE "THORN IN MY SIDE"

ABOUT:

Mag Electric is a 3 piece hard rock band from Brooklyn. The band consists of Jack Simchak (guitar and vocals), Scott Meyer (bass), and Bill Peluso (drums). The three came together out of a shared love of old-school hard rock bands like QOTSA, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Soundgarden, and ZZ Top, as well as master musicians like Jeff Porcaro. Mag plays music that can best be described as hard rock with a healthy dose of psychedelic influence. Through each song written and performed the band strives to stay true to what they love about their musical roots while maintaining relevance to what they as individuals want to express. On the heels of their first release Roadie music mag said this about their debut single "Iron Horse", "What Jack Simchak (guitar and vocals), Scott Meyer (bass) and Bill Peluso (drums) did on Iron Horse, can be considered an immediate classic, such is the strength of its hard rock with seventies influences, but which borders on the lines of stoner rock, at certain times, showing enormous versatility in their heavy and adrenaline-filled sound, with an intense footprint and a lot of originality on the surface at all times." The band is currently gigging around NYC in support of their upcoming sophomore single "Thorn In My Side" coming out in the winter of 2023. Looking ahead you can find the band on the road touring the northeast this spring with more releases coming throughout the rest of 2023 so make sure to follow and stay tuned.

*Mag Electric will be going out on tour in late April-early May throughout the northeast going down as south as Virginia and as far north as Maine hitting many places in between. More information will be available on all band social media accounts as the dates get closer.

Band Members:

Jack Simchak-Guitar and vocals

Scott Meyer-Bass

William Peluso-Drums

CONNECT:

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/MagElectricband/

Twitter: 

https://twitter.com/magelectricband

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/magelectricband_nyc/?hl=en

Spotify Mag Electric

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Spotify "Thorn In My Side":

https://open.spotify.com/track/0pvHD0Cum1fhkn99Wdhy7m?si=eaa72cffc9b74557

"Thorn In My Side" Purchase:

https://magelectric.bandcamp.com/

Website:

https://linktr.ee/magelectricband

Merchandise:

https://magelectric.bandcamp.com/merch/mag-electric-t-shirt

Special thanks to David Tyo (mixing) Lachlan Carrick (mastering)

Nate Kamp (artwork) Brennan Gervasi (video production and editing)

JOETOWN Pays Homage to AC/DC Anthem and Brings Bagpipes Back to Rock’n’Roll; Original AC/DC Manager Calls the New Version “Authentic and Respectful”

Out everywhere on Mindsnap Music, Now. Grab it here:https://orcd.co/joetown_its-a-long-way-to-the-top

Bagpipes & Rock’n’Roll. If not for the venerable Bon Scott & AC/DC these two things would have remained mutually exclusive. But, for Joetown, it served as inspiration for the style and sound of the band to which they are so proud. Joe gave some insight, “Kerry Gollarney (Guitarist and Bagpiper) is a secret weapon! When those pipes come out the crowd goes f’n mental, it’s like a war cry!”. The new single is a remade version of the Bon Scott era AC/DC classic "It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'n' Roll)" and is complete with video of the band rolling through the city streets in major civic events such as the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. “The video just happened to work out since we have been doing so many public events, I figured, let’s do it like the original AC/DC video they did through the streets of Melbourne. The song and the video are a way to honor how much the song and lyrics have been an inspiration – they are our musical heroes and I think we capture the spirit of what it is all about.”

Frontman Joe Delaney, (also the voice of popular hair rockers Bomber Alley), gives the signal of much more bagpipes in the mix and is excited that the next single is an original tune that features the pipes, “that sound is stuck in my head now and as a songwriter, I hear melody in that register every time, similar to having its a horn section or B3 player.”

The band will be performing at the St Patrick’s Day Parade in Hartford & New Haven Connecticut, USA, March 11th & 12th with a release party at their hometown haunt, Cherry Street Station in Wallingford on St Patrick’s Day, March 17th.

“Good to see this band called Joetown, from another generation and continent, do a very authentic and respectful retake of the iconic AC/DC video that I was involved in 'Long Way To The Top'," says Michael Browning, AC/DC Manager (1974-1979).

Chris Slade (Ex-AC/DC) is quoted as saying, ”Great Pipes!”

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Ingested Share "Echoes of Hate" Video — WATCH // Band to Return to North America For Tour This Spring👂

NEW ALBUM ASHES LIE STILL OUT NOW VIA METAL BLADE

BAND TO RETURN TO U.S. FOR NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINE TOUR THIS SPRING

INGESTED released Ashes Lie Still last fall via Metal Blade. Get it here.

Today, the band has shared the video for "Echoes of Hate." Watch it here.

The visual features impaled skeletons and is bathed in red and orange tones, set against thunderous blast beats and deep grooves.

"We are utterly ecstatic to unleash the music video for 'Echoes of Hate," says vocalist Jason Evans. "Of all the singles we've released so far, this is the one I've been looking forward to the most, as this is by far the most brutal song on the album, with an absolutely catastrophic ending that will please old school Ingested fans and I'm certain will cause explosions of bodies in the pit at our upcoming shows with Cannibal Corpse. We've teamed up once again with our partner in visual crime Loki Films to bring yet another skull crushing music video for you all. Super proud of this one, absolute brutality at its terrifying best. Enjoy."

Ingested will return to the road on a North American headline tour this spring. All dates are below.

INGESTED ON TOUR: 
WITH DEVOURMENT, EXTERMINATION DISMEMBERMENT, + ORGANECTOMY
 5/4 — Brooklyn, NY — Brooklyn Monarch
5/5 — Mechanicsburg, PA — Lovecraft's
5/6 — Baltimore, MD — Soundstage
5/7 — Greensboro, NC — Hanger 1819
5/9 — Miami, FL — Gramps*
5/10 — Orlando, FL — Conduit*
5/11 — Atlanta, GA — Masquerade
5/12 — Nashville, TN — The End
5/13 ­— Little Rock, AR — Rev Room**
5/14 — Dallas, TX — Amplified Live**
5/16 — Houston, TX —Scout Bar**
5/17 — Austin, TX — Come and Take It Live**
5/18 — Albuquerque, NM —Launchpad
5/19 — Mesa, AZ — Nile Underground 
5/20 — Anaheim, CA —Chain Reaction
5/21 — San Francisco, CA — Neck Of The Woods
5/23 — Portland, OR — Bossanova Ballroom^
5/24 — Seattle, WA — El Corazon^
5/25 — Spokane, WA — The Big Dipper
5/26 — Boise, ID — The Shredder
5/27 — Salt Lake City, UT — Metro Music Hall
5/28 — Denver, CO — Roxy Theater
5/30 — Chicago, IL — Cobra Lounge
5/31 — Detroit, MI — Sanctuary
6/1 — Cleveland, OH — No Class
6/2 — Toronto, ON —Velvet Underground
6/3 — Montreal, QC — Foufones Electriques
6/4 — Cambridge, MA —Sonia
*With Implosive Disgorgence
**With Peeling Flesh
^With I Declare War

ABOUT INGESTED:
Ingested are the flagbearers of modern UK death metal. They have been churning out bilious anti-anthems for more than a decade-and-a-half, dropping a string of releases that have helped shape the genre. They return with Ashes Lie Still, their most dynamic, inventive, and daring release to date, holding nothing back. The band describes it as "a modern essential. It still has the core Ingested elements of groovy slamming riffs, quick drumming, and guttural vocals but there's also atmosphere, ethereal moments, and some raw old school aggression."  Over the course of 10 tracks, Ingested hack, slash, and steamroll through everything in their path, and Ashes Lie Still easily stands as the highpoint of an already impressive career. Founded in 2006 in Manchester, England, Ingested have since toured extensively with Cannibal Corpse, The Black Dahlia Murder, Nile, Carnifex, and Revocation, and have been seen on European festival stages including Summer Breeze Open Air. Slimmed down to a three-piece, the band feels it is in the best place it ever has been, enabling the members to work at the top of their game.

Ashes Lie Still was mixed and mastered by Christian Donaldson. It was co-produced by the band and previous collaborator Nico Beninato, with drummerLyn Jeffs living close to Beninato's studio in Mallorca and recording his drums there, while Sean Hynes recorded his guitars at home in the UK with the producer assisting remotely. Vocal tracking was interrupted by Jason Evansfalling seriously ill when finally making it to Mallorca and was ultimately tracked back in Manchester. Bass was again supplied by Dominic Grimard (Ion Dissonance/The Last Felony).

Ingested succinctly encapsulate their existence, saying, "We've always been the underdogs, always fighting for scraps. Well it's time to get out of the fucking way, because now it's our turn to eat at the table."

You've. Been. Warned.

INGESTED ARE:
Jason Evans — Vocals
Sean Hynes — Guitars + Backing Vocals
Lyn Jeffs — Drums

Rising Prog-Metal Juggernauts STELLAR CIRCUITS Ink Deal With Nuclear Blast

Nuclear Blast Records is proud to announce the signing of progressive-metal juggernauts STELLAR CIRCUITS. Recruited by A&R legend Monte Conner, the Winston-Salem, North Carolinians join the ranks of the world's biggest metal label with plans to release their eagerly awaited sophomore album later this year. 

Commenting on the signing, the band states: 

"We’ve always been such big fans of Nuclear Blast and the bands they’ve worked with over the years. It’s an honor and a privilege to be welcomed into the NB family like we have. This partnership marks the beginning of a new era of Stellar Circuits and we couldn’t be more excited.”

Combining the progressive artistry of innovators like TOOL and the powerful ferocity similar to that of GOJIRA, STELLAR CIRCUITS recent upward trajectory is no surprise. Amassing millions of Spotify plays on their own, the band has developed a worldwide cult following with their distinctive prog sound that weaves in and out of metal sub-genres, providing a dynamic yet fully accessible listening experience as heard on previously released singles like "Go With Your Ghost," "Penny Dreadful" and "Skylights."

Details of their impending second, full-length album will be revealed in the weeks to come. 

About STELLAR CIRCUITS: 

Formed in 2015, Stellar Circuits emerged to combine the conceptual polarities of groove-oriented music with progressive-minded technicality. Over the quartet’s lifespan, they’ve managed to fulfill their own prophecy, formulating a core sound that is complex and layered, while providing a listenability that extends well beyond the rock genre. Visceral, intellectual, groovy, technical, and melodious are rarely indicators that can all be used to describe the aural essence of one band. In the case of Stellar Circuits, the rare combination makes a striking and definitive appearance in all they do. 
 
The Winston-Salem, NC foursome followed their 2015 debut EP with their first full-length album in 2018. "Ways We Haunt" would be recorded with North Carolina’s own Jamie King (Between The Buried And Me, He Is Legend), a legend in his own right, bringing his signature touch to Stellar Circuits’ first long form release. 
 
Generating significant attention, especially from the band’s more veteran industry peers, Stellar Circuits would go on to be invited as special guests on Chevelle’s 2021 N.I.R.A.T.I.A.S. tour.  Completing a nationwide trek that introduced Stellar Circuits to a significantly broader audience, the foursome immediately saw their fanbase increase exponentially, prompting a shift in their attention to a new record with which they could continue to build on the solid foundation they had since established.

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MACABRE CELEBRATE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF SINISTER SLAUGHTER WITH REISSUES ON APRIL 14!

Chicago legends of Murder Metal/Death Metal MACABRE released their second full-length album Sinister Slaughter in 1993 via Nuclear Blast. This April marks the 30th anniversary and what better way to celebrate than reissues of the iconic album available in CD, 3 vinyl variants, and a red cassette? Don't miss your chance to add the physical format to your collection on April 14th!

Pre-order your copy of Sinister Slaughter 30th anniversary reissue here: https://bfan.link/Macabre-SinisterSlaughter

Sinister Slaughter 30th Anniversary Edition will be available in the following formats:

• CD Jewel Case

• Vinyl

  • Sinister Splatter

  • Blue/Red Solit w/ Black Splatter

  • Orange In Red W/ White Splatter (Band Exclusive, limited to 300)

• Red cassette

Pre-order your copy of Sinister Slaughter 30th anniversary edition here: https://bfan.link/Macabre-SinisterSlaughter

Kingsmen Release New Single + Music Video For "Diamondize" via Sharptone Records

Hailing from Providence, RI, hard rock quintet Kingsmen have unveiled their new single and music video for their track "Diamondize". The single is taken from the band's upcoming new album 'Bones Don't Lie' set for release on Friday, March 31 via Sharptone Records. Speaking on today's release, guitarist Tim Lucier comments:

"'Diamondize' was written with the mindset of experimenting with soundscapes on a different level than the band has used in the past. We wanted to deliver a heavy message that affirms no matter the pressure of self-doubt, there is always a way to cut through the tough times. From pickaxes to crushing distorted percussion, we bring you 'Diamondize'."

Stream "Diamondize" here, watch the music video below, and pre-save 'Bones Don't Lie' here.

Fans will have their chance to see Kingsmen hit the stage across the US later this month on the Bones Don't Lie Tour with special guests Rise Among Rivals and Zonezero (on select dates). For ticket information, please click here.

Bones Don't Lie Tour

March 23 - Amityville, NY @ Amityville Music Hall

March 24 - Clifton, NJ @ Dingbatz

March 25 - Albany, NY @ Empire Underground

March 26 - Manchester, NH @ Jewel Music Venue

March 28 - Providence, RI @ Alchemy*

March 29 - Brooklyn, NY @ Meadows*

March 30 - Philadelphia, PA @ Warehouse On Watts*

March 31 - Baltimore, MD @ Angels Rock Bar (Explicit Content)*

April 1 - Harrisburg, PA @ HMAC*

April 2- Lakewood, OH @ The Foundry*

April 4 - Toledo, OH @ The Ottawa Tavern*

April 5 - Chicago, IL @ Cobra Lounge*

April 6 - Indianapolis, IN @ Black Circle*

April 7 - Columbus, OH @ Ace Of Cups*

April 8 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Black Forge Coffee*

* with Zonezero

ABOUT KINGSMEN:

Like carbon atoms crystallized into precious stone, radiant transformation was clearly an important aspect for vocalist Tanner Guimond, bassist Adam Bakelman, drummer Michael Perrotta, and guitarists Tim Lucier and Nick Gilbert as they set out to craft their forthcoming ten-track offering, Bones Don't Lie. Yet, just as diamonds aren’t formed without a little heat, the metal outfit welcomed a good challenge in the name of personal growth.

Embracing their most experimental outlook to date, the tight-knit group wasted no time stepping outside their comfort zone and even across the country in search of inspiration. Recorded primarily in Los Angeles, California, with a short stop in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Kingsmen took a substantial risk, discarding around twenty-five already mapped-out tracks and arriving at the studio with an almost completely clean slate. Combined with a willingness to soak in their new environment, the band developed the chorus of "Bitter Half" while on a thoughtful drive through Santa Monica, transformed a moving visit to Gettysburg into the poignant theme of comradery in “Trial By Fire”, and along with the guidance of new collaborators Zach Jones’ (Chelsea Grin, Fever 333, Silent Planet), Josh Strock (Bad Wolves, Pop Evil), and Ricky Armellino (Ice Nine Kills, This or the Apocalypse), effectively hit their stride.

A distinct difference in approach from previous album Revenge. Forgiveness. Recovery, in which the majority of the music was written prior to entering the studio, Bones Don’t Lie stemmed from the back-and-forth teamwork of real-time feedback. For Kingsmen, bouncing ideas around in a room full of friends was an ideal scenario as opposed to “ripping our hair out trying to figure out how to add to an already completed picture.” And, according to Gilbert, it was this “push-and-pull dynamic that kept us creative.”

Setting their sights on achieving what they’ve dubbed a “big metal sound that fills up your whole brain when listening to it between the headphones,” the group had fun bashing steel pipes, hammers, and pickaxes together for a striking industrial feel ("Bones Don’t Lie") and incorporating components such as the glass slide ("No Road Home") for an eerie unsettling atmosphere. Reflecting on his classical training, Guimond even found himself rediscovering a singing voice he felt he had left in the past long ago but was destined to revisit.

The most important unwavering factor, however, was the fighting Kingsmen spirit. Connecting with listeners through universal themes and lyrical stories ranging from championing positivity to coming together in the face of adversity, shining light, and hope into all they do is something the band has no intention of changing.

“To be a kingsman is to be someone that has the courage to endure the worst, but still reflect the best parts of humanity,” Guimond expressed. “So, with all of our songs, that’s what we try and showcase. There’s no way that anyone will go through life without experiencing some terrible things. But to grow from that… to become a better person after the fact is, we believe, one of the true purposes of life. Maybe someday we’ll do something wild like a concept album with ogres and elves. But we really believe that when you’re conveying your emotions through music, it comes across when you’re being honest. So as often as we can, and as many different ways possible, there’s no doubt that you’ll see a lot more of that kind of attitude through our music in the future.”

Kingsmen Are:

Tanner Guimond - Vocals

Tim Lucier - Guitar

Nick Gilbert - Guitar

Adam Bakelman - Bass

Mike Perrotta - Drums

CLOAK Premieres New Song + Music Video, Reveals New Album Details

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Blackened heavy metal masters CLOAK will be releasing their third full-length, 'Black Flame Eternal,' on May 26, 2023! To celebrate this release, the Atlanta quartet is now sharing the blistering first single, "Invictus," along with a music video! The scorching new video was co-directed by Nic Adams and Cloak frontman Scott Taysom and it can be found below.
 

Cloak drummer Sean Bruneau comments on the song, “No composition written by the band has so perfectly captured our essence to date. The time spent in isolation allowed not only personal growth, but tremendous reflection on a lifetime of inspiration. The song came together aggressively once we started working on new material, and it was clear that we were approaching things differently this time around. Anger and empowerment were much more evident as opposed to the more melody driven material in the past albums. To us, 'Invictus' is a thesis of sorts. It’s everything about who we were before this band and where we are headed together moving forward.”
 

In addition, CLOAK is now announcing a very special hometown album release performance, which will take place place at The Earl in Atlanta, GA on June 10!

Prior to that, the band will be performing at the Carolina Chainsaw Massacre Fest II in Greensboro, NC on May 6 followed by an appearance at the inaugural Hell in the Harbor festival, which takes place the weekend of the album's release in Baltimore, MD. All dates and tickets can be found below!

CLOAK is following up 2019's 'The Burning Dawn,' which was named one of the Best Albums of the year by Metal Insider (#6), A&P Reacts (#8), Treble Zine (#11), and others.

'Black Flame Eternal' can be pre-saved across all streaming services HERE and pre-ordered in North America HERE.

However, the universe isn’t ready for Cloak to unleash its fury today! And so, due to an unforeseen technical difficulties, the official European store launch has been delayed and will be revealed at a later date! In the meantime, you can pre-order the new album and merch via Bandcamp HERE.

CLOAK Live U.S. Dates:
05/06: Greensboro, NC @ Carolina Chainsaw Massacre Fest II [TICKETS]
05/27-28: Baltimore, MD @ Hell in the Harbor Fest [TICKETS]
06/10: Atlanta, GA @ The Earl [TICKETS] **HOMETOWN SHOW**

“The individual has always had to struggle to keep from being overwhelmed by the tribe. If you try it, you will be lonely often, and sometimes frightened. But no price is too high to pay for the privilege of owning yourself.” - Rudyard Kipling

In an era that is designed to beat down and weaken the individual, Black Flame Eternal is an album that represents strength, empowerment, and total opposition. With mounting pressure to engage in modern societal tribalism, Cloak invokes a spiritual rebellion that exists beyond good and evil with album number three. 

“All of our albums are created with a spiritual focus, dealing with how we see life, death, and everything in between. I think the earlier records dealt more with the mysteries that surrounded delving deeper into the world of dark spirituality, whereas the new material has taken what we’ve learned and used it to move forward with force,” says Cloak frontman Scott Taysom of the record’s underlying philosophy. “Black Flame Eternal is a statement of spiritual empowerment in every sense. For the first time we want people to grasp on to this sentiment, instead of keeping it completely personal within our world of Cloak. The themes and the sheer power can be felt much more within the songs that this album contains."

“Our goal is complete spiritual liberation, which is where true power and freedom exists,” he adds. “We’ve reached a point in history where people are forced to pick a side or to join a team, so to speak. Cloak stands in complete opposition to this. We aim to be a giant middle finger in the face of the empty modern world.”

While Cloak might rage against societal conventions, the Atlanta quartet embraces the rebellious and time-tested traditions of heavy metal. Whether it be the conjuring the chaotic spirit of Swedish black metal purveyors Watain and Dissection, summoning the deep, dark and sensual groove of Danzig, or evoking the raw speed and raucous energy of Motörhead, the influence of metal’s founding fathers is deep within Cloak’s DNA. Cloak’s charm, however, does not merely lie within its romanticism of the past, but rather is the way each of these genres has shaped Cloak’s own personal identity. And with Black Flame Eternal, the record sees Cloak continue to strengthen its own unique established sound.

Cloak recognizes the importance of a band’s third record, with Taysom explaining, “These influences will always be important to us, as they are some of the best and most important bands of our time. On the other hand, what is so special about getting to the third record of our career is that inspiration starts to move inwards. We had enough experience and material at this point to really know what we do best and how we can utilize these skills in the best way possible. If you look at some of the most iconic bands, their third albums were massive steps towards greatness. So to us, we feel our third record will be a very important one in our time as a band.”

The Atlantan’s evolution is evident in the fury displayed on Black Flame Eternal,which flawlessly compliments the grandiose melodic atmosphere. “This was a conscious effort. Early on before the album even started, I knew it was going to be a much more aggressive and powerful album. I wanted to take a step away from certain sounds and add a bit of brutality back in. The overall vibe matches who we are much more, so it was only fitting to move towards this sound. It almost feels like we are going back to our roots as people in certain ways,” explains Taysom.

Black Flame Eternal follows up sophomore effort The Burning Dawn, which was released in November 2019, with hell unleashing its fury on the globe just a few short months later. As plans to tour the new album around the world came to a screeching halt, the band did not stagger or falter, and instead used this gift of time to write. When reflecting upon the lost years and its impact, Taysom seemingly embraces the situation with little regrets, “Considering Cloak is a sacred space for us, these exterior things did not have as much of an impact as one might think. But it was impossible to ignore some of what was going on throughout these tumultuous years. It’s bound to affect people’s personal lives and the way the mind works during these interesting times. One thing that it did greatly affect was the fact that we could not promote The Burning Dawn properly after the one U.S. tour we did with 1349. We feel this hurt the record, but there was nothing we could do. We were one of the earliest out of the gate after venues started to open back up, and we’ve been continuing to tour in promotion of that album all the way up until now.”

Cloak utilized every minute of this time to focus on fully realizing its vision for Black Flame Eternal. “The initial stage of the writing process started in January of 2020, and lasted all the way until May 2021. It was the longest spanning album process for us so far, with many long days, nights, and weeks trying to piece the songs together the best we could.” While the record did not come together swiftly or easily, the care and attention put into its creation is evident in its powerful composition.

Making up for lost time, these road warriors have already embarked on several high profile North American tours since the autumn of 2021, commanding audiences in every major city with their chaos magick. Each performance merges the spirit of black metal with the backbone of rock ‘n’ roll as the band consistently delivers a blistering set from start to finish. Taysom describes Cloak’s live approach as “a mixture of ethereal atmosphere and total abrasive chaos. The mixture of these two opposing energies is where Cloak lies; the meeting of high and low. To us, this is where the most interesting moments happen, both emotionally and physically.”

With no borders or boundaries, Cloak is ready to embark on this new chapter as the leader of its own pack. The band bows to no one, forging its own path as one of the governing metal forces of this decade as ‘Black Flame Eternal’ promises to scorch the earth and leave its hallowed mark.

Lineup:
Scott Taysom - vocals/guitar
Max Brigham – guitar
Billy C. Robinson – bass
Sean Bruneau - drums

Links:
http://www.facebook.com/cloakofficial
https://www.instagram.com/cloak_atlanta/
https://cloakatlanta.bandcamp.com/

Recording Studio: The Green House 

Mixing: Cameron Webb

Mastering: Audiosiege

Cover Art: Jordan Barlow

Pre-save: https://orcd.co/cloakbfe

Pre-order (Worldwide): https://cloakatlanta.bandcamp.com/
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