Ian Munsick Captivates Crowd with Sold-Out Ryman Auditorium Debut

BRINGING THE WEST TO NASHVILLE:
IAN MUNSICK CAPTIVATES CROWD WITH 
WHITE BUFFALO AT HIS SOLD-OUT RYMAN DEBUT
 
The Munsick Boys Join On-Stage for Special Encore
Family Performance of “Weakness”
 
Munsick Presented with RIAA Gold Plaques for
 “Long Live Cowgirls” and “Long Haul” Ahead of Ryman Show 
as Wyoming-Native Nears Half a Billion Career Streams

Photo Credit: Cobi Spencer

Wyoming native and Warner Music Nashville recording artist Ian Munsick arrived in Music City Tuesday (May 16), bringing White Buffalo – his free-spirited, awe-inspiring portrait of the American West – centerstage at Ryman Auditorium for his sold-out debut. 
 
Opening with the tongue-in-cheek, uptempo first track “From the Horse’s Mouth,” Munsick traversed through each of the 18 songs on the project. Looking out at the electrified crowd with awe, Munsick expressed his appreciation, stating “Thank you guys, first and foremost, Nashville for believing in me. I know that what I do doesn’t necessarily fit the mold, but I’m trying to break the mold.”
 
Pausing halfway through the set, Munsick delivered a stripped-down performance of “Long Haul” off his debut album Coyote Cry, which received RIAA Gold-certification alongside “Long Live Cowgirls” – his hit duet featuring Cody Johnson which has reeled in nearly 100 million streams – during an industry reception ahead of the show. 
 
Introducing the song, Munsick shared the news with the crowd. “About an hour ago, my label Warner Music had a party backstage and they gave me a plaque because my song ‘Long Live Cowgirls’ went gold,” he shared. “To my surprise, they gave me another plaque because it turns out ‘Long Haul’ just went gold as well. Now, neither of these songs were on the radio very often. That just means that you guys made these songs go gold all by yourselves. So thank you for listening to my music – it’s because of you that I get to be on this stage and I could never thank you guys enough.”
 
After completing the album’s tracklist with “Indian Paintbrush,” the ecstatic crowd began stomping their feet, demanding to hear his stampeding breakthrough hit “Horses Are Faster,” which inspired Munsick to move to Nashville and pursue his music career. After concluding his set with “Horses Are Faster” to astounding applause and a standing ovation, Munsick appeared for a special encore performance of one of his first recordings, a cover of Wade Montgomery's “Weakness,” alongside The Munsick Boys comprised of his father Dave and brothers, Tris and Sam Munsick.
 
Addressing his family, he concluded, “You guys taught me everything I know about playing music, entertaining, being a cowboy – and most importantly being a man. Thank you to our beautiful wives. Girlfriends. Daughters. Sons. My mother, of course… Trudy Munsick. This last song we’re going to do is a song that was written by a Native American cowboy in Montana by the name of Wade Montgomery, and I can’t think of a better song to end it on because this song is about as Western as it gets.”
 
Tuesday’s show concluded Munsick’s headlining Long Live Cowgirls Tour which sold out across the country, with highlights including stops in New Braunfels, TX; Baton Rouge, LA; and Denver, CO; and his first sold-out arena shows in Clive, IA; Ralston, NE; and Billings, MT.

About Ian Munsick:
A native son of Wyoming, Ian Munsick is painting a stampeding, spirited portrait of the American West with his sophomore album White Buffalo, out now. The 18-track album spans unfiltered tales of romance and ranch life, hard-working anthems with honkytonk hooks and mountain-time odes to family and forever-young fun. It builds upon the spacious roots-pop beauty he introduced on his major label debut, Coyote Cry. Over the past three years, the 29-year-old has accumulated nearly half a billion global streams and a host of accolades. He has been named an “Artist to Watch” by Spotify, CMT, Fender, MusicRow and more. A seasoned entertainer, having grown up tending cattle by day and playing music in a family band each night, Munsick toured recently alongside country music superstars Morgan Wallen and Cody Johnson. Beyond his noteworthy professional accomplishments, he has also become both a husband and a father. Now the Warner Music Nashville recording artist and multi-instrumentalist is representing his home, and its special cast of people, like never before. The first release from White Buffalo, standout duet “Long Live Cowgirls” (with Cody Johnson), hit No. 1 on SiriusXM’s The Highway Hot 30 Countdown, was named one of Amazon Music’s Best Country Songs of 2022 and recently received RIAA Gold-certification alongside “Long Haul” off his debut album Coyote Cry. Fans of Ian Munsick will always find an open heart, natural awe and plainspoken honesty as he rides on… bringing the West to the rest. 

Off Road Minivan Share "Victim Complex" — LISTEN

MAY THIS KEEP YOU SAFE FROM HARM OUT JUNE 23 VIA TOOTH & NAIL

Hudson Valley, NY-based quartet Off Road Minivan, featuring Fit For a King bassist Ryan "Tuck" O'Leary, will release their second album May This Keep You Safe From Harm on June 23 via Tooth & Nail Records. Pre-order it here.

Today, the band has shared "Victim Complex." Listen below.

"'Victim Complex' is about a person I was friends with for 18 years. I learned a lot from him, and he was partly the reason why I got in Fit For A King. However, the same individual did a lot of shit. His personality is extreme, and a lot of people can take it or leave it. Eventually, everyone left. He has a 'Victim Complex,'" says O'Leary.

Off Road Minivan, whose lineup is rounded out by Evan Garcia Renart, Miles Taylour Sweeny, and Mike Planko, came to life in 2018 with the Spiral Gaze EP. On its heels, 2020's full-length debut, Swan Dive, immediately captivated audiences. Throughout the past three years, the band members wrote and sent ideas back-and-forth. Simultaneously, they stitched together a throughline carried by the real-life interviews with members of Tuck's family.

"I've been secretly recording my family for at least a-year-and-a-half, including the voice clips from my grandmother, who was the first," Tuck says. "I'd listen back later and find the right part I needed for the album. I essentially wanted to preserve these moments forever. I got my mom, dad, sister, grandmother, brother-in-law, nephew, best friend, and wife on tape. Now, I'll have it all on vinyl format for the rest of my life."
 
As for the album's title, it's also rooted in the familial. 

"When my grandfather joined the military and was going off to war, my grandma gave him a bible with a metal cover," reveals Tuck. "On the front, it said, 'May this keep you safe from harm.' Even if you got shot in the heart, the bible would protect you. When I first started touring, different family members gave me mementos to feel safe on the road. The bible was from my grandmother. Now, I've got it tattooed on my chest, so I don't have to bring the original with me. All of this is about preservation of time. It's a way to document some of my most fragile moments and share the delicate, untouched vulnerable side of myself maybe you haven't experienced from Fit For a King. It's the other swing of the pendulum."

Rolo Tomassi Announce US West Coast Headline Tour

UK progressive band Rolo Tomassi announce a headlining US West Coast Tour with support from Pound and labelmates The Callous Daoboys. The tour kicks off on June 6th in Denver, CO, and wraps up on June 20th in Seattle, WA.

Rolo Tomassi's recent album, Where Myth Becomes Memory, serves as a culmination of a period of creativity that has exalted the band to their loftiest status so far, with a singular vision where the most savage, unhinged sonics can co-exist harmoniously with epic cinematic elegance.

About the album, Metal Injection said, “The magnitude of Rolo Tomassi's musicality is matched only by how precisely each element shines through," while Brooklyn Vegan said, "As is always the case with this band, the possibilities seem endless."

US Tour Dates

6/6/23: Denver, CO - Bluebird Theater 
6/7/23: Albuquerque, NM - Launchpad 
6/9/23: Dallas, TX - Sundown at Granada 
6/10/23: San Antonio, TX - Vibes Underground
6/11/23: Austin, TX - Come and Take It Live
6/13/23: Mesa, AZ - The Nile Theater
6/14/23: San Diego, CA - Voodoo Room
6/15/23: Los Angeles, CA - The Roxy Theatre
6/16/23: Sacramento, CA - Harlow’s 
6/17/23: San Francisco, CA - Neck of the Woods
6/19/23: Portland, OR - Star Theater
6/20/23: Seattle, WA - Substation 
 

Rolo Tomassi have spent 17 years leading the pack rather than following and on their recent album, Where Myth Becomes Memory, they've led with more poise and determination than ever before. The album served as the final part in an unintended trilogy that began with 2015’s Grievances and continued with 2018’s Time Will Die And Love Will Bury It.

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EVIDENCE OF A STRUGGLE presents oscillating moody single 'Bisquee' + 'Kiss Me (Goodbye' by LA's BEAU;TY IN CHAOS with Leeds-born JULIAN SHAH-TAYLER

"Wonderfully cinematic, forward-thinking, open-minded, genre-hopping, rule-breaking... a symphony of sonics, subtlety and suppleness, and of the subverting of expectations. Not to mention a fantastic musical experience" ~ Big Takeover Magazine

"'Combines the coolness of electric jazz, Krautrock-inspired post-rock and atmospheric art rock, offering a gripping and upbeat, yet refined, sound and thoughtful arrangement with sonic prowess" ~ Amplify Music Magazine


Chicago-based Evidence of a Struggle presents 'Bisquee', the moody oscillating third single from their forthcoming 13-track eponymous album, to be released on June 9. 

The accompanying video is the newest offering from a six-chapter audio-visual storybook, created by Chicago artist John Airo, who has been involved with this project since the outset - creating videos, album covers and accompanying visuals for live performances.

This engaging off-kilter post-rock offering follows the cinematic debut single 'Do'Oa', a wonderful fusion of Tortoise and Dif Juz, and 'Alan's Song' - the sound of fear, beauty and hubris. The sound of a beautifully crumbling grand distraction.

Surrounding the musings of multi-instrumentalist William P C Simmons V a.k.a. Rev. Billy Simmons, Evidence of a Struggle is an evolving group of artists and musicians whose sonic creations may lead you to the center of the darkness or just might unfurl the universe before you with lush, cinematic, beautiful, and sometimes chaotic compositions.

"There is so much attached to these songs, musically, visually and emotionally. I don’t think there’s an inch within The Glue Factory that hasn't been touched by literal blood, sweat, or tears. I believe that Evidence of a Struggle is natural in creating all art," says Rev. Billy.

"I’m reluctant to explain what these songs or animations “mean” The music and the art says different things to different people. The music says exactly what it needs to. I want to encourage the listener and the viewer to let these compositions speak to them as they spoke to me when I was writing and recording them or to John when he was painting or creating the animations. This objective tangible art we make becomes subjective the minute we release it to the world. Enjoy this, and try to hear what it has to say."

Evidence of a Struggle began in 2020 during lockdowns. This ambitious effort sees Rev. Billy play every instrument – guitar, drums, piano, synth and violin - recorded and engineered from his home studio, The Glue Factory. With Covid restrictions lifted, he began working with Sanford Parker (Voivod, Russian Circles, Yob, Eyehategod, Wovenhand, Darkthrone, Youth Code, Pelican), who helped produce and record the final versions of the songs for this record, as well as mastering.

Shaped by a wealth of records inherited from his older sisters and their boyfriends, coupled with a childhood of playing piano and clarinet until his first guitar acquisition at 16, Rev. Billy was quick to start playing with touring bands. After honing his craft and gaining invaluable experience, he elected to study music performance and guitar at Wichita State University, coupled with two and three-dimensional arts and silversmithing.

Noticed for his unique style and songcrafting, various musicians and labels began to notice Rev. Billy's talent, and he ultimately had to choose between university and music. Beginning with RCA recording artist Ké, Simmons also wrote songs and played guitar for other artists on major record labels like RCA, Touch and Go, BMG and Universal.

In 2023, Matt Walker (of1000faces, Smashing Pumpkins, Morrissey, Garbage, Filter) became involved in this project, playing drums and helping with production with Matt's brother Solomon Walker (Morrissey, Bryan Adams, Eastern Shadows, Year of the Rabbit) and Alan Berliant (Chris Connelly, Mavis Staples, Saint Asonia) also contributing bass.
 
Apart from music, Rev. Billy also owns Rev. Billy's Chop Shop, known for high-quality haircuts, friendly, welcoming atmosphere and its inclusive, creative space. Hosting new artists' work bimonthly, Chicago Reader declared this to be the city's best gallery in 2019. A staple in the Chicago community, Rev. Billy's Chop Shop is as strong a passion as his music.

As of May 18, 'Bisquee' is available via Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp, where the full 'Evidence of a Struggle' album (out June 9) can already be pre-ordered.

CREDITS
All music written by William P C Simmons V (aka Rev. Billy)
Performed by William P C Simmons V (aka Rev. Billy)
Produced by Sanford Parker
Loveless Publishing ASCAP
Video by John Airo

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NYC's ROMAN ANGELOS and renowned producer SCOTT SOLTER release 'Supermarkets, Underwater' LP, followed by UK tour dates with RODNEY CROMWELL

“Insanely cheerful and groovy lounge muzak. It’s fantastic” ~ Electronic Sound

"Far-from-ordinary... a delightful nostalgia-inducing instrumental exploration of movement and sonic fluidity. Highly memorable and grounding" ~ The Spill Magazine

"Pretty Glorious" ~ Stewart Maconie, BBC 6 Music

"Fluid and meditative, yet so catchy - taking elevator music to new lounge-loving heights, puts the thrill in chill" ~ Amplify Music Magazine

"A fun escapist collection of music" ~ The Electricity Club

"Guaranteed to stick in your brain" ~ Shindig!


Brooklyn lounge-chill artist Roman Angelos and electronic producer Scott Solter(St. Vincent, Maps & Atlases, Spoon, Superchunk, The Mountain Goats). have released their collaborative record 'Supermarkets, Underwater' via London label Happy Robots Records.

Roman Angelos will be touring select UK cities in June with label-mate Rodney Cromwell. Tickets for performances in London, Coventry, Reading and Todmorden can be obtained at www.happyrobots.co.uk/tickets.

The new album is a fully reimagined set of remixes of Roman Angelos' 2022 album 'Music For Underwater Supermarkets', a 9-track offering that combines electronica and exotica, painting a sonic dreamscape that transposes the mundane act of grocery shopping to an aquatic utopian landscaping.

Here, Solter flips the script by transforming the bouncy and upbeat material of the original album into a darker and more ambient landscape.  Weaving in noise and shifting electronic percussion, it’s an entirely new record. Listeners dive deeper into unknown waters, no longer shopping alongside the friendly fish.

Exploring Roman's obsession with the library and soundtrack music, with unfashionable sonic influences from Burt Bacharach to Vangelis, this record was brilliantly received with Electronic Sound Magazine describing it as “an album of splendid vibes”.

Roman Angelos is the nom de plume of Brooklyn-based producer, composer and multi-instrumentalist Rich Bennett, developed as a vehicle to explore his obsession with library recordings of the 60's and 70s, muzak and exotica. Exotic, dreamy, and wistful, this is the sound of a jazz sextet as channeled through synths and drum machines, creating a spacey feel.

Lead track 'Swimming Through The Aisles (Teeming Mix)', along with a special live performance version of the remix.  It uses the same irregular time signature and feel of the original, but adds in tremolo vibraphones, reverse guitars, and electronic drums, giving the music a new feel of exploration.

The original recordings were produced by Rich Bennett at Acme Hall Studios in Brooklyn and were recorded live to tape, all together in one room, by Colin Marston (Jarboe, Sailors With Wax Wings).

Beyond the world of library electronica, Rich Bennett has been involved in a diverse group of musical projects, including the newly reunited outsider / 60s proto-punk group The Shaggs, dream pop outfit Mahogany, and Brazilian funk group Limoncello, in addition to production work with Stereolab's Morgane Lhote (aka Hologram Teen).

Roman’s previous releases for Happy Robots have gained praise from Electronic Sound Magazine, Hi-Fi World, Shindig! Magazine, The Electricity Club, Freq and The Haunted Generation, as well as BBC6 Music radio play from Gideon Coe, Cerys Matthews and Stuart Maconie’s Freak Zone, plus Bob Fisher (BBC Tees).

'Supermarkets, Underwater' is out now, available everywhere digitally, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. Released by Happy Robots Records with distribution by Cargo Records, the CD version will be available exclusively via the label's Bandcamp. 

CREDITS
All remixes by Scott Solter
Written by Rich Bennett and Scott Solter
Produced by Rich Bennett at Acme Hall Studios, Brooklyn
Original recordings by Colin Marston
Released by Happy Robots Records (Catalogue No. Bot39a)
Distribution by Cargo Records
Cover artwork by Martin J Langthorne
Video created by Ammo d'Or

TOUR DATES (with Rodney Cromwell)
Thu, June 8   LONDON - Servant Jazz Quarters
Fri., June 9   READING - Face Bar
Sat, June 10  COVENTRY - Just Dropped In
Sun, June 11  TORMODEN - The Golden Lion


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Within Temptation Share New Single "Wireless"

After appearing in 2022 as Iron Maiden's special guest during their North American Tour and embarking on their highly anticipated "Worlds Collide Tour" – a massive European co-headline tour together with Evanescence and for which they've sold close to 200,000 tickets, 2023 is set to be even a bigger year for WITHIN TEMPTATION.

The brand new single "Wireless," out today, marks the start of the countdown to the much-anticipated release of their eighth studio album, due later this year.

Listen to "Wireless" here. Watch the AI video below

A fiery and heavy song, "Wireless" marks the start of a new era for the band — one in which they keep their DNA alive but build even further upon their acclaimed sound with powerful riffs, contemporary breakdowns, and epic choruses. Lyrically, the band is also unafraid to tackle a number of important political and social issues that exist in the world today, and this single takes aim at those who, hungry for war and turmoil, manipulate and control the media. 

Sharon den Adel says, "'Wireless' is a song about a soldier who goes to war convinced that he is going for a good cause. He's indoctrinated by government-controlled media and thinks he's going to be welcomed back as a savior, only to find out he has been used. This has resulted in people seeing him as a brutal conqueror instead and now, he finds himself on the wrong side. His life and the lives of many are deceived and destroyed."
 
"Wireless" is set to be become an instant fan favorite and hopefully will feature in the band's forthcoming festival appearances across Europe this summer, including a long-awaited return to Download Festival in the UK on June 9 and Download Festival Germany on June 23, as well as Hellfest in France on June 17.
 
Be prepared — a new Within Temptation album is coming… and a whole lot more!

Audio Karate Drop First New Song in Nearly 20 Years With "A Show of Hands"

California's melodic-punk outfit Audio Karate return with their first studio recordings in almost 20 years!

The band reunited in early 2018 following the reissue of their two classic LPs Space Camp and Lady Melody. They later released two albums worth of previously unreleased material on Malo and ¡Otra! and got back on the road for festival appearances and playing with the likes of Descendents and other punk legends. The band quickly realized that playing together was an important part of their lives, and they went into the studio to record the new song "A Show of Hands" in 2022, while also re-recording their song "A Monster in Disguise," adding some much needed production work, making it a much more powerful song.

This limited edition 7-inch EP is being presented by Iodine Recordings, which includes beautiful artwork by Jeff Caudill (Gameface) and photography from the studio and recent tour dates, and was mastered by Jack Shirley (Joyce Manor, Jeff Rosenstock). These songs showcase the power, and precision of Audio Karate's songwriting, which masterfully strikes a balance of hyper-melodic punk rock, emo, and post-hardcore.

It's out June 30. Pre-order it here.

"'A Show of Hands' is our first recording of the modern era, recorded at New Monkey Studio (previously Elliot Smith's studio) in late 2021," says guitarist Jason Camacho. "Pandemic stuff had made it so we hadn't been in a room together in a minute and we were beyond happy with the outcome. Instantly recognizable as an Audio Karate song, it blends elements of everything one would expect from AK, rolling bass lines, hummable riffs, rusty nail gargled vocals, and catchy hooks."

AUDIO KARATE ON TOUR:
6/2 — San Francisco, CA — 924 Gilman
7/28 — Chicago, IL — Reggies *
7/29 — Milwaukee, WI — X-Ray Arcade *
7/30 — Champaign, IL — The Space *
8/19 — Los Angeles, CA — The Paramount
10/28 — Gainesville, FL — The FEST
*With Tightwire 

ICE NINE KILLS Announce Select US Headline Shows This Summer

Notorious horror-themed metalcore outfit, Ice Nine Kills, is thrilled to announce their 'Fear The Premiere' tour today. The band will play a select run of headline shows kicking off on August 8, 2023, and will showcase a spectacular lineup of supporting acts including August Burns Red and Veil of Maya for shows between August 8 and August 11, Set It Off and The Plot In You for shows between August 15 and September 1, and opener Mike’s Dead across all dates. Tickets for the tour go on sale at 10am local on Friday, May 19th from IceNineKills.com.

Ice Nine Kills have garnered a reputation for being one of the most must-see live bands from the sphere of heavy music. In addition to their upcoming headline dates, the band will also be supporting Metallica in US stadiums this summer on their M72 World Tour and will be supporting Lamb Of God on their upcoming US run. Combining their expert musicianship, a killer catalog of bonafide ragers and their infamous theatrical performances that bring each song and the movie it relates to to life, these upcoming shows are sure to have heads banging, spines tingling and blood chilling across the US. Miss your chance to see one of metal's most in-demand, can't-miss bands at your peril.

Full routing for Ice Nine Kills summer shows below. Tickets will be available starting with an artist pre-sale beginning today at 12pm ET. Additional pre-sales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning Friday, May 19 at 10am local time at IceNineKills.com.

SUN 8/6 East Rutherford, NJ @ MetLife Stadium*

TUE 8/8 Columbus, OH @ Kemba Live! 

WED 8/9 Cleveland, OH @ Agora Theater 

FRI 8/11 Toronto, ON @ Rebel

SUN 8/13 Montreal, QC @ Stade Olympique*

TUE 8/15 Louisville, KY @ Old Forester’s Paristown Hall

WED 8/16 Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works

FRI 8/18 Corpus Christi, TX @ Concrete Street Amphitheater**

SUN 8/20 Arlington, TX @ AT&T Stadium*

TUE 8/22 Houston, TX @ Bayou

WED 8/23 Austin, TX @ Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater

SUN 8/27 Los Angeles, CA @ SoFi Stadium*

TUE 8/29 Riverside, CA @ Riverside Municipal Auditorium

WED 8/30 Flagstaff, AZ @ Pepsi Amphitheater at Fort Tuthill**

FRI 9/1 Albuquerque, NM @ Revel

SUN 9/3 Phoenix, AZ @ State Farm Stadium*

*With Metallica (Ice Nine Kills only)

**With Lamb of God (Ice Nine Kills only)

"Welcome To Horrorwood" is featured on Ice Nine Kills phenomenally successful album, The Silver Scream 2: Welcome to Horrorwood. Released in October 2021, the album scored Ice Nine Kills their first Top 20 position (#18) on the Billboard Top 200, topped the Digital and Current Hard Music charts, hit Top 5 on the Current Rock, Independent, Current Albums, and Album Sales charts and has clocked up 137 million cross-platform streams to date and 13 million YouTube views for singles “Hip To Be Scared”, “Assault & Batteries”, “Rainy Day”, "Funeral Derangements", "Take Your Pick" and "The Shower Scene"

ABOUT ICE NINE KILLS

Decadent, devious, and fiercely insane, Ice Nine Kills celebrate pop culture’s darkest edges, mining a cinephile library’s worth of iconic horror on 2018’s The Silver Scream which spawned Top 10 Mainstream Rock single “A Grave Mistake” and Top 20 hit “Savages”. The creative marriage made in hell of music and fiction began in earnest with the Top 5 Hard Rock album, Every Trick in the Book, which brought the previous three records’ themes to new levels and which the band perfected on 2021's chart-topping smash hit ’The Silver Scream 2: Welcome to Horrorwood.’

The phenomenally successful album, released in October 2021, scored Ice Nine Kills their first Top 20 position (#18) on the Billboard Top 200, topped the Digital and Current Hard Music charts, hit Top 5 on the Current Rock, Independent, Current Albums, and Album Sales charts and has clocked up 137 million cross-platform streams to date and 13 million YouTubeviews for singles “Hip To Be Scared”, “Assault & Batteries”, “Rainy Day”, "Funeral Derangements", "Take Your Pick", "The Shower Scene" and most recently, "Welcome To Horrorwood".

Since the release of 'The Silver Scream 2: Welcome To Horrorwood', Ice Nine Kills have seen phenomenal growth. Throughout 2022 they toured the US extensively on 3 legs of The Trinity of Terror, their hugely successful, mostly sold-out triple co-headline tour with Motionless In White and Black Veil Brides, supported Metallica at several US stadium shows, toured the US with Slipknot and launched the inaugural edition of their horror convention, The Silver Scream Con.



The band’s synergy of music and lifestyle draws favorable comparisons to Slipknot and Rob Zombie. Visionary trailblazers and multimedia raconteurs, INK built a thrilling world for a growing legion of devoted true believers, with theatrical shows, high-concept videos, and inventive band-to-fan communion. Their wildly creative output has seen them become recent recipients of the prestigious Clio Award for Music Marketing for their "Merry Axe-mas" mobile game and their live streaming event from October 2020, The Silver Stream be nominated for 5 awards at last year's Horror Hound Film Festival Awards in the categories of Judges Choice, Best Sound, Best Supporting Performance, Best Cinematography and Best Feature. With over 1.75 million monthly listeners on Spotify, 717 million career streams to date and over 204 million views on YouTubethe band are firmly cemented as one of modern metal's most vicious forces.

ICE NINE KILLS ARE

Spencer Charnas - Vocals

Dan Sugarman - Guitar

Ricky Armellino - Guitar

Joe Occhiuti - Bass

Patrick Galante - Drums

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LUCIFER Release Video For New Single "A Coffin Has No Silver Lining (The Sistine Version)"

Stockholm based heavy rock megalith LUCIFER have released a promo video for their new single, 'A Coffin Has No Silver Lining (The Sistine Version)', which is out today via NUCLEAR BLAST RECORDS.

This first single under the roof of their new label sees LUCIFER playing all their strengths: a stunner of a tune reminiscent of mid to late seventies hard rock with an irresitably catchy chorus that is going to live rent free in your head from now on. The song arrives just in time for LUCIFER's upcoming European shows with GHOST (please scroll down for all upcoming LUCIFER live dates).

The promo video directed by Emil Klinta features a few snippets from the recording session and some neat super 8 footage of foggy trainyards with vintage railway waggons and locomotives as well as the band trying their luck at a selection of classic pinball machines, including - of course - a KISS one.

WATCH 'A COFFIN HAS NO SILVER LINING (THE SISTINE VERSION)'
(PROMO VIDEO) below.

LISTEN TO 'A COFFIN HAS NO SILVER LINING (THE SISTINE VERSION)':
https://lucifer.bfan.link/a-coffin.a01

ABOUT LUCIFER
Since its inception in 2014, the highly prolific band led by charismatic singer Johanna Platow Andersson has released four electrifying albums and several stand-alone singles infused with 1970s hard rock, proto heavy metal, doom and occult rock, with a nod to their main influences such as BLACK SABBATH, PENTAGRAM, BLUE ÖYSTER CULT, (early) HEART & FLEETWOOD MAC. They have played about 200 shows in the US, Canada, Japan and Europe, including the KISS Kruise, Psycho Las Vegas, Hellfest, Wacken, MetalDays, Sweden Rock and Desertfest and two of their shows have been recorded and broadcasted by prestigious German national TV program Rockpalast. LUCIFER have been nominated twice for a Swedish Grammy in the category 'Best Hardrock/Metal Album' and they have graced the cover of the leading US metal magazine, Decibel.

LUCIFER are currently working on their fifth album, Lucifer V, the first one to be released by their new label, Nuclear Blast. Stay tuned for more info!

LUCIFER is:
Johanna Platow Andersson (vocals)
Nicke Andersson Platow (drums)
Linus Björklund (guitar)
Martin Nordin (guitar)
Harald Göthblad (bass)

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www.lucifer.church

Singer/ Songwriter/ Producer Mychael Gabriel Releases Official Music Video for Single "MADAM, I'M ADAM"

"'Madam I'm Adam' has surprised us with phone calls (Top 5 requests) and social media comments. The guitars are sick... and Mychael Gabriel's vibe reminds me of everything cool about Lenny Kravitz and Prince. It's fresh and sounds familiar at the same time. The song sounds great and adds some interesting texture between the classic and new rock we play at Z-Rock 96.5. "

Lee McVay, PD Z-Rock 96.5 KOZE

"MADAM, I'M ADAM" and Genesis can be streamed/downloaded at:

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WATCH the official music video for "MADAM, I'M ADAM" below

MYCHAEL GABRIEL has released the official music video for his single "MADAM, I'M ADAM." The single is from his highly anticipated album titled Genesis that is available now!

In addition, Mychael will performing on the headline stage at Minnesota State Fairon August 26 & 27. Please go to this link for details https://www.mnstatefair.org/schedule/mychael-gabriel/.

Mychael's story is unique and compelling. His story begins when his parents met during the Prince's historic PURPLE RAIN World Tour. Mychael's father, Gilbert Davison was part of Prince's personal security detail on the Purple Rain tour and eventually became Director of Security, Prince's Manager and President of Paisley Park. Mychael's mother, Connie, was Sheila E.'s road manager and co-lyricist. Mychael is also Sheila E.'s co-producer, lead guitarist, studio engineer and collaborator.

MYCHAEL GABRIEL is a Minneapolis-grown singer and songwriter whose bent on exploring the never-ending sonic space that is music. A a multi-dimensional artist in more ways than one, Mychael Gabriel is on a mission to break the barriers of what is and what could be. His unique creativity is in a constant state of evolution and innovation, guaranteeing that each new release spells an experience unlike any other. Mychael's music has been recognized as elements of the Minneapolis sound with a guitar style of Jimi Hendrix and vocals of Lenny Kravitz.

As a writer, producer, arranger, engineer, mixer, musician - Mychael Gabriel has worked and collaborated with iconic talents Sheila E., Stevie Wonder, Ringo Starr,Hans Zimmer, Usher, John Legend, Snoop Dogg, Beck, Common, Gary Clark Jr., St. Vincent, Miguel, H.E.R., Earth Wind and Fire, Gloria Estefan, the Escovedo Family, George Duke, George Clinton, Freddie Stone (of Sly and the Family Stone), just to name a few. His work has been featured on MasterClass, DreamWorks Animation, ABC Network, 2007 and 2012 Latin GrammyAwards, 2016 BET Awards, Super Bowl XXVI, 2020 Grammy Awards, 2020 Grammy Salute to Prince. Mychael has proved time and again his merit on some of the world’s biggest stages and alongside music legends.

With a passion for producing truly epic auditory experiences, Mychael Gabriel has written, produced and performed a number of tracks that scratch the itch in your ear and propel you into tomorrow. In 2018’s pop-inspired “GHOST IN THE MIDNIGHT”, Mychael Gabriel channels nostalgia and flaunts a vivid imagination with flare, in 2019’s slow-burn groove-track “HONESTY” Mychael Gabriel ponders the naked truth of relationships. In 2020, we all witnessed the toll inaction, police brutality, and political cruelty takes on our communities. Mychael’s “FURY” and “INVICTUS”voiced a poetic call-to-action for us to stand together. In 2021, “SIGHTS AND SOUNDS" paints a cinematic mood of a midnight-drive; rustling wind, neon signage and rhythmic vibes that mimic a revving engine. “CELEBRATE” dives deep into the artists funky MPLS roots and is the first single from the just released album GENESIS. "Let There Be Light" was written, performed, and produced by the multi-dimensional Minneapolis artist, Mychael Gabriel. This rocksentric, 1970s inspired track with loud guitars and a killer groove - is sure to turn the vibe up to eleven. The culmination of a monstrous guitar solo not only illustrates Mychael’s talent and prowess while in his element, but demonstrates why he is a force to be reckoned with.

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VIOLENT J (Insane Clown Posse) Announces the 3 Headed Monster Tour!

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VIOLENT J (Insane Clown Posse) has announced that he will be hitting the road on the 3 Headed Monster Tour that kicks off May 30th in Pontiac, MI at The Crofoot and concludes on June 21st in Columbus, OH at The King of Club's. The tour is in support of Violent J's solo release Bloody Sunday that dropped earlier this year.

"I'm seriously looking forward to going back out there and blowin ninjas foreheads apart with this triple dose of napalm we callin the 3 Headed Monster," says J.

3 Headed Monster Tour Dates:

May 30th Pontiac, MI @ The Crofoot

May 31st Grand Rapids, MI @ The Pyramid Scheme

June 1st Ft Wayne, IN @ Piere's Entertainment Center

June 2nd Chicago, IL @ Chop Shop

June 3rd Minneapolis, MN @ Lyric at Skyway Theatre

June 5th Denver, CO @ The Roxy

June 6th Colorado Springs, CO @ The Black Sheep

June 7th Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater

June 9th San Antonio Texas @ Vibes Event Center

June 10th Ft. Worth, @ The Rail Club

June 11th Houston, TX @ Scout Bar

June 13th New Orleans, LA @ The Parish

June 14th Tampa, FL @ Club Skye

June 16th Atlanta, GA @ Aisle 5

June 17th Nashville, TN @ EXIT/IN

June 18th Lousiville, KY @ Headliners Music Hall

June 20th Sauget, IL @ Pop's

June 21st Columbus, OH @ The King of Club's

Check out Violent J's latest release Bloody Sunday available now on Psychopathic Records.

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Violent J is an American rapper, record producer, professional wrestler, actor, writer, director, and one half of the multi gold and platinum selling hip-hop group The Insane Clown Posse. He is also the co-founder of Psychopathic Records, Juggalo Championship Wrestling, and The Gathering of The Juggalos Music Festival.

Violent J started his career in the mid 1980s in the backyard and independent wrestling circuits. By the late 80s he began spending more and more time on music until that became his only focus in life. In 1991 Insane Clown Posse and Psychopathic Records were born. By 1995 ICP had received their first big label record contract and became a national touring band.

In 1997 Insane Clown Posse found national fame when their controversial album The Great Milenko was pulled off record store shelves just 4 hours after its release. Shortly after the media frenzy, ICP found themselves in a bidding war with every major record label eventually signing a deal with Island/Def Jam.

In the summer of 2000 ICP co-founded The Gathering of the Juggalos which is has become the longest running independent music festival in the country. Completely void of any sponsors The Gathering has become infamous and attracts its attendees from all parts of the globe.

For most of the first 10 years of ICP’s career they had always experienced an uphill battle. Generally never receiving any radio play, video play, or respect from their peers in the music industry. By 2010 that had finally changed, and they became part of pop culture.

Violent J continues to release new music with ICP and currently has just released his 4th solo project Bloody Sunday. Now in his prime, Violent J has no plans of ever slowing down and will continue to entertain the masses from now until the end of time.

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MILWAUKEE METAL FEST Extends 25% Ticket Promo

In celebration of National Concert Week, all ticket types are now 25% off until Tuesday, May 23!

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With Milwaukee Metal Fest just over a week away, fans can now purchase passes at a discounted rate! In honor of National Concert Week, all ticket and pass types are now 25% off! This promo is now extended until Tuesday, May 23 just before midnight. Passes, single day tickets, and V.I.P. packages can be found HERE.

ICYMI: Milwaukee Metal Fest has recently revealed daily schedules, which can be found below! The festival's triumphant return will take place at The Rave / Eagles Ballroom from May 26-28.

In addition, Lamb of God recently revealed that they will be performing a special 20th anniversary of the seminal album, 'As the Palaces Burn' during their headlining appearance at this year's edition of Milwaukee Metal Fest!

Further information on the official pre-party and V.I.P. package options can be found below!

FRIDAY, MAY 26:

Doors @ 2:00 P.M.

Martyrstore.net Stage:

2:30 - 2:50 P.M. || Age of the Fallen

3:05 - 3:25 P.M. || Mantra Of Morta

3:40 - 4:05 P.M. || Disinter

4:20 - 4:45 P.M. || Misfire

5:05 - 5:30 P.M. || Impaler

5:50 - 6:15 P.M. || Morbid Saint

6:35 - 7:00 P.M. || Putrid Pile

7:20 - 7:45 P.M. || Imperial Triumphant

8:05 - 8:30 P.M. || GosT

8:55 - 9:20 P.M. || Novembers Doom

IndieMerchStore.com Stage:

2:35 - 2:55 P.M. || Squidhammer

3:10 - 3:35 P.M. || Toxic Ruin

3:50 - 4:20 P.M. || Khemmis

4:35 - 5:05 P.M. || Defeated Sanity

5:30 - 6:00 P.M. || Midnight

6:25 - 6:55 P.M. || Vio-Lence

7:15 - 7:55 P.M. || Crowbar

8:15 - 9:00 P.M. || Napalm Death

9:30 - 10:15 P.M. || Revenge

Knotfest.com Stage:

3:40 - 4:05 P.M. || Allegaeon

4:20 - 4:45 P.M. || Warbringer

5:05 - 5:35 P.M. || Deeds Of Flesh

5:50 - 6:20 P.M. || Goatwhore

6:40 - 7:20 P.M. || Corrosion of Conformity

7:40 - 8:20 P.M. || Dying Fetus

8:50 - 9:35 P.M. || Dark Angel

10:20 - 11:20 P.M. || Biohazard

SATURDAY, MAY 27:

Doors @ 1:00 P.M.

Martyrstore.net Stage:

2:20 - 2:45 P.M. || MRSA

3:05 - 3:30 P.M. || Engineered Society Project

3:50 - 4:15 P.M. || Vermillion

4:35 - 5:00 P.M. || Rose Funeral

5:20 - 5:45 P.M. || Swollen Teeth

6:05 - 6:30 P.M. || Micawber

6:50 - 7:20 P.M. || Ingrown

8:05 - 8:35 P.M. || Ripper

IndieMerchStore.com Stage:

2:05 - 2:30 P.M. || Phobophilic

2:50 - 3:15 P.M. || Malignancy

3:35 - 4:00 P.M. || Macabre

4:20 - 4:50 P.M. || Blood Incantation

5:10 - 5:40 P.M. || Frozen Soul

6:00 - 6:30 P.M. || Jungle Rot

6:55 - 7:25 P.M. || Immolation

7:45 - 8:15 P.M. || Raven

8:35 - 9:15 P.M. || Obituary

Knotfest.com Stage:

2:25 - 2:55 P.M. || Undeath

3:15 - 3:45 P.M. || Misery Index

4:15 - 4:45 P.M. || Terror

5:20 - 6:00 P.M. || Fear Factory 

6:20 - 7:05 P.M. || The Black Dahlia Murder 

7:25 - 8:10 P.M. || Shadows Fall

9:10 - 10:00 P.M. || Suicidal Tendencies

10:30 - 11:40 P.M. || Anthrax

SUNDAY, MAY 28:

Doors @ 1:00 P.M.

Martyrstore.net Stage:

2:00 - 2:20 P.M. || Demonscar

2:35 - 2:55 P.M. || Dead by Wednesday

3:10 - 3:35 P.M. || Hath

3:50 - 4:15 P.M. || High Command

4:35 - 5:00 P.M. || Fuming Mouth

5:20 - 5:45 P.M. || Molder

6:05 - 6:30 P.M. || Thrown Into Exile

6:50 - 7:15 P.M. || Pissing Razors

7:45 - 8:15 P.M. || Unearth

8:30 - 8:50 P.M. || Unearth Meet & Greet

IndieMerchStore.com Stage:

2:05 - 2:30 P.M. || Gates To Hell

2:45 - 3:10 P.M. || Casket Robbery

3:30 - 3:55 P.M. || Morta Skuld

4:15 - 4:40 P.M. || Vended

5:00 - 5:25 P.M. || Dead to Fall

5:40 - 6:05 P.M. || Bodysnatcher

6:25 - 6:55 P.M. || Angelus Apatrida

7:20 - 7:50 P.M. || Gatecreeper

8:55 - 9:25 P.M. || Cephalic Carnage 

Knotfest.com Stage:

2:20 - 2:45 P.M. || Repentance

3:05 - 3:35 P.M. || Dying Wish

3:55 - 4:25 P.M. || Broken Hope

4:55 - 5:30 P.M. || Sanguisugabogg

5:50 - 6:30 P.M. || The Halo Effect

6:50 - 7:30 P.M. || After the Burial

8:10 - 9:00 P.M. || Machine Head

9:30 - 10:40 P.M. || Lamb of God ('As the Palaces Burn' 20th anniversary set)

Prior to the official festival launch, fans can whet their appetite for bone-crushing metal at the official Milwaukee Metal Festival pre-party, which will take place on Thursday, May 25 at The Rave // Eagles Ballroom.

The very special "Jasta and Friends" lineup includes performances by Paul Bostaph (Slayer), Chris Garza (Suicide Silence), Kirk Windstein (Crowbar), Tim "Ripper" Owens, Rob Dukes(Generation Kill / Exodus), as well as guests Somnuri and Yotuma while DJ Danny Diablo will be spinning the house tunes! The event is free for any Milwaukee Metal Fest ticket holder while fans who only wish to attend this one-off event can find tickets HERE.

In addition to single day tickets and festival passes, Milwaukee Metal Fest is also offering exclusive V.I.P. packages and upgrades! The information is as follows:

Ultimate VIP Pass **Limited availability**:

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• 1 Premium Reserved VIP Balcony Seat for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the Main Stage

• One $129-dollar VIP Metal Fest Package, which includes t-shirt, collector’s cup, 11x17 poster, lanyard, schwag bag, and Early Entry for all 3 days

• 18x24 full-color MMF poster signed by a number of the artists

• MMF compilation CD signed by a number of the artists

• Milwaukee Metal Fest Wall Flag

• Guided Behind the Scenes Tour.

• Daily Milwaukee Metal Brew Commemorative Craft Beer (4 pack)

• Daily limited in and out privileges

• Admission to exclusive pre party

• Onsite VIP Host

Milwaukee Metal Fest - Upgrade Packages:

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Upgrade Package 1 ($59):

• Early Entry (Valid for 2 Day Pass & 3 Day Pass customers)

• Limited Edition Milwaukee Metal Fest T-Shirt

• 11x17 Milwaukee Metal Fest Poster

• Milwaukee Metal Fest Guitar Pick

Upgrade Package 2 ($89):

• Early Entry (Valid for 2 Day Pass & 3 Day Pass customers)

• Limited Edition Milwaukee Metal Fest T-Shirt

• 11x17 Milwaukee Metal Fest Poster

• Milwaukee Metal Fest Guitar Pick

• Milwaukee Metal Fest Collectors Cup

Upgrade Package 3 ($129):

• Early Entry (Valid for 2 Day Pass & 3 Day Pass customers)

• Limited Edition Milwaukee Metal Fest T-Shirt

• 11x17 Milwaukee Metal Fest Poster

• Milwaukee Metal Fest Guitar Pick

• Milwaukee Metal Fest Collectors Cup

• Milwaukee Metal Fest Schwag Bag

*Early Entry is valid for all days for both 3 Day Pass & 2 Day Pass ticket purchasers

Upgrade packages do not include admission to the event.

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Iron Maiden: Legacy Of The Beast Joins Forces With Anthrax for a new in-game event: ‘Among The Living’

Iron Maiden: Legacy Of The Beast Joins Forces With East Coast Thrashers Anthrax For A New In-Game Event: ‘Among The Living’

Event Kicks-Off At 5 pm PST Today (Wednesday, May 17th, 2023)

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Get ready to rock with Legacy of the Beast's latest collaboration, because things are about to get heavy! Iron Maiden's free-to-play mobile game has teamed up with legendary thrash/metal band Anthrax to bring you an epic new event: Among the Living.

Legacy of the Beast has already joined forces with heavy hitters like Motörhead, Disturbed and Five Finger Death Punch but this latest collaboration is sure to blow your mind. The iconic Not Man is making his way into the free-to-play game, armed and dangerous with his trusty makeshift weapon.

Inspired by Anthrax's graphic novel of the same name, the Among the Living dungeon event is a thrilling adventure that will take fans and players through the recently destroyed streets of NYC in this new week-long event. Not Man is out for revenge, and he's not alone. Eddie, the iconic mascot of Iron Maiden, is also on the scene, ready to clean up the post-apocalyptic mess.

Despite their distinctive playing styles, the relationship between Iron Maiden and Anthrax is almost as old as the bands themselves. As founding guitarist and card-carrying Iron Maiden fan club member Scott Ian will tell you, before they were 80s thrash titans, Anthrax were young Iron Maiden fans whose nascent but distinctive playing style would one day see them playing alongside their heroes on the world's most prestigious festival bills and also as direct support many times since. More than touring history though, the cast-iron link between these two iconic bands can also be seen in their enduring legacies: music that continues to electrify generation upon generation and fans that can be found in every time zone.

Get ready to rock out and take down the bad guys in this week-long event. With an inspired storyline taken straight from the lyrics and albums of Anthrax, Among the Living is sure to be an unforgettable experience for metalheads and gamers alike. So grab your phone, fire up Legacy of the Beast, and get ready to rock!

Meet Not Man Wednesday, May 17th, 2023 at 5 pm PT in ‘Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast’ mobile game during the Among the Living Event. Download The Game Here

In a statement from Anthrax, the band said,  “We couldn’t be happier to be featured in this game. When the idea came up, we were completely taken aback by it, like, ‘are you serious?’ You have Eddie, one of the greatest mascots of all time, and the Not-Man. When you see the Non-Man’s face, you identify it with Anthrax. The same with Eddie and Iron Maiden – it doesn’t have to SAY ‘Iron Maiden,” it doesn’t have to SAY ‘Anthrax,” you just put those two faces up and you KNOW it’s Anthrax and Iron Maiden. Eddie and the Not-Man together, it’s like Batman and Robin, Scooby-Doo and Shaggy, peanut butter and jelly, it’s just the greatest, and we’re so happy to be part of it. The game kicks ass, and we think people are going to be so happy with it – we can’t wait for it to come out.”

Step into the shoes of one of the most iconic mascots in metal history and prepare for a journey like no other! In Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast, you become Eddie himself, traveling through time and space to explore a mind-bending array of worlds. With stunning 3D graphics and captivating environments, you'll feel like you're right there beside Eddie as he unleashes his special powers and abilities. From his earliest forms to his latest incarnations, Eddie is ready to take on anything the game throws at him - and so are you!

“To have Anthrax’s iconic mascot Not Man and Maiden’s Eddie team up for this epic in-game event, is a true celebration of Iron Maiden and Anthrax’s long history collaborating as two of Metal’s most influential bands” said Will Moore CEO of Navigator Games.

Get ready to rock out with the latest update to Legacy of the Beast, because we're giving away the ultimate prize: the one and only Not Man! And the best part? You can earn this epic character for FREE just by logging in. Starting Wednesday, May 17th at 5pm PT, all you have to do is log in any 7 days between May 17th 5pm PT and June 16th at 5pm PT. But that's not all - in addition to the iconic Not Man, you'll also score a ton of awesome rewards for your dedication. With each day you log in, the rewards get even better, culminating in the ultimate prize on the 7th day: Not Man himself! 

Over the years the game has expanded to include 38 dungeons and 6 story worlds, from the pits of Hell, Ancient Egypt, and World War II to the far future, with hundreds of characters including over 100 Eddies based on classic Maiden album covers. A vast array of enemies - corrupt Demons (Lucifer, Baphomet), Gods (Horus, Osiris, Odin) and Monsters, a bloody Player vs. Player Battle Arena, and a ruthless Gauntlet feature designed to satisfy new players and hardcore long-term players. The ‘Clans’ feature allows players to join forces with their blood brothers to complete team tasks and face off against monstrous Raid Bosses. All to an in-game soundtrack of close to 60 Iron Maiden tracks including - The Trooper, Where Eagles Dare, Aces High, and more. 

Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast, is an action-packed, free-to-play mobile game available on Apple’s App Store and Google Play.

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ABOUT NAVIGATOR GAMES:

Founded in 2016, Navigator Games is home to a dynamic and enthusiastic team of video game developers based out of Vancouver, Canada. The studio’s mission is to create truly unique and engaging video games that push the boundaries. This talented team is built upon a wealth of experience accumulated from Activision, EA Games, Ubisoft, Microsoft, Disney, GREE, Radical, Hothead, Acronym, Capcom & IUGO. Its main title, Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast, will celebrate its 7th Anniversary on July 5th, 2023.

Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast was first launched in 2016. Players battle as Eddie, Iron Maiden’s famed undead mascot, in his many forms across amazing worlds inspired by Iron Maiden's rich imagery and music. Eddie’s quest to gather the pieces of his fragmented soul sees him fighting legions of unrelenting enemies and teaming up with powerful heroes pulled straight from Iron Maiden lore. Iron Maiden is intimately involved in character creation and story content, ensuring everything lives up to the Maiden name and brings their vision to life. 

The game also features monthly dungeons and special events where players can participate to earn rare rewards and new characters based on Maiden songs or themes. These have included the demon-infested Infernal Dungeon, Halloween Dungeons such as The Haunted Boneyard, and the foreboding Raven’s Altar guarded by the fearsome Raven Witch. With the launch of Iron Maiden’s most recent live album ‘Nights of the Dead “Legacy of the Beast” Live in Mexico City’, every November, Legacy of the Beast celebrates Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead) with a DotD themed dungeon and characters.Most recently Senjustu Eddie was introduced as he was inspired by the cover of Iron Maiden's latest album.

Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast has been #1 mobile RPG in multiple markets, with over 4.5 million players worldwide having downloaded the game to do battle against the Beast and his Hordes! In 2018 the band launched the “Legacy of the Beast” stadium tour in Europe. The 'Legacy of the Beast’ tour stage set featured worlds and characters from the game. Following the monumental success of the European & US tours in 2018 & 2019 across 82 dates, Iron Maiden completed the final leg of the Legacy of the Beast World Tour in October 2022.

ABOUT ANTHRAX

July 18, 2023 will mark Anthrax's 42nd anniversary, during which time the band has released 11 studio albums, was awarded multiple Gold and Platinum certifications, received six GRAMMY nominations, and a host of other accolades from the media, the music industry, and fans. In 1991, the band helped break down race and genre barriers when they collaborated with Public Enemy on the track "Bring The Noise," and was the first metal band to have its music heard on Mars when NASA played "Got The Time" to wake up the Mars Rover in 2012. Along with Metallica, Slayer, and Megadeth, Anthrax is a card-carrying member of The Big Four, the four bands that defined the speed/thrash/metal genre. Anthrax has also introduced a series of now sold-out signature whiskeys and bourbons and partnered with the Stockholm-based NEZUMI Studios for a high-end, limited-edition Baleine dive watch. Twenty-twenty-one also saw the release of Z2 Comics' "Among the Living" graphic novel with a track-by-track storyline inspired by Anthrax's iconic 1987 album, Among The Living. The book pulls together a "who's who" of names from the worlds of comics and music who created "bubble dialogue" and original artwork to express what the songs meant to them. Members of Anthrax have been in the studio with producer Jay Ruston, laying down basic tracks for what will be the band’s first new studio album in seven years. 

Anthrax is: Scott Ian/guitars, Frank Bello/bass, Charlie Benante/drums, Joey Belladonna/vocals, Jonathan Donias/guitars.

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Veil of Maya Release Long-Awaited New Album; Drop Brand New Track & Video "Disco Kill Party"

Chicago's very own genre-bending metal masters, VEIL OF MAYA, have finally unleashed their highly anticipated album, '[m]other', after a pain-staking six years! But boy, was it worth the wait. Brace yourselves, because this release is a full-blown, complex adrenaline rush of an album that will bend your mind and melt your face! Get ready to have your eardrums assaulted in the most glorious way possible. Stream '[m]other' HERE now.

Guitar virtuoso and founding member, Marc Okubo, has this to say about '[m]other':

"This album, is a whole new chapter for Veil of Maya. We've tried to push the boundaries of our sound and to step into uncharted territory. Creating fresh pathways while still keeping the core of what Veil of Maya is. We want to say a huge thank you to our fans for sticking with us for the six years it's taken to get this body of work out into the world. '[m]other' now belongs to all of you. we hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed making it."

But that's not all! To celebrate today's monumental album release, VEIL OF MAYA have also dropped the fifth single from the album. The track, titled "Disco Kill Party," is accompanied by another futuristic, cinematic masterpiece of an official music video. Watch the video below.

[m]other' has already garnered early acclaim, with many critics heralding this their most accomplished achievement to date.

"this is Veil of Maya’s best work to date; from songwriting to production to lyricism, the six years since False Idol have proven to be a worthy wait" - Rocked.net

"Veil Of Maya have become one of the genre’s most successful bands with their blend of extremity, creativity, and pit-ready songs." - Heavy Music HQ

"This record showcases Veil of Maya at the very apex of their craft. Each member provides a world class performance here, and it truly feels like the Chicago unit have created a record that encapsulates the very best of all their eras in one tight, concise package" - Boolin Tunes

"Boundless creativity and jaw-dropping technicality are made to look effortless as the innovative quartet have undeniably constructed their finest work to date." - Distorted Sound

"Album number seven finds Veil Of Maya inspired and rejuvenated with a surprisingly heavy offering that is hard to put down." - Metal Noise

"Disco Kill Party" follows the release of previous singles, "Mother pt. 4" "Red Fur", "Godhead" and "Synthwave Vegan" (released in May of last year). Between them, the new singles have clocked up 5.5 million Spotify streams and 1.3 million YouTube views.

VEIL OF MAYA are currently tearing up stages across the US supporting Avatar. For full dates and tickets, head to veilofmayaband.com

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5/12 Minneapolis, MN - Skyway Theatre

5/13 Green Bay, WI - EPIC Event Center

5/14 East Moline, IL - The Rust Belt

5/15 Chicago, IL - House of Blues

5/16 Royal Oak, MI - Royal Oak Music Theatre

5/19 St Petersburg, FL - Jannus Live

5/20 Atlanta, GA - Buckhead Theatre

5/21 Lexington, KY - Manchester Music Hall

5/23 New York, NY - Webster Hall

5/24 Boston, MA - Paradise Rock Club

5/25 Silver Spring, MD - The Fillmore Silver Spring

5/26 Philadelphia, PA - Theatre of Living Arts

5/28 McKees Rocks, PA - Roxian Theatre

Don't even think about sleeping on Veil of Maya's latest masterpiece. '[m]other' is an undeniable beast of an album that demands your attention.

ABOUT VEIL OF MAYA

By channeling energy in one direction, force grows exponentially. Veil of Maya harness the individual experiences and talents of four distinct musicians—Marc Okubo [guitar], Sam Applebaum [drums], Danny Hauser [bass], and Lukas Magyar [vocals]—into airtight groove-laden metal accented by fits of instrumental virtuosity and vocal catharsis. This approach has endeared them to a devout fan base with critical acclaim and over 135 million total streams and counting (unprecedented for an outfit this crushingly heavy). The Chicago band draw on the strength of their union on their seventh full-length offering, [m]other [Sumerian Records].

Veil of Maya have consistently pushed the boundaries of heavy music by pushing themselves collectively. 2015’s Matriarchmade major waves, crashing the Billboard US Hard Rock Albums Chart at #2 powered by “Aeris,” “LeeLoo,” and “Mikasa.” The latter has gathered over 25.4 million Spotify streams and counting. In 2017, 'False Idol' saw the band return to the Top 3 of the Hard Rock Albums Chart as “Overthrow” and “Doublespeak” each eclipsed 8 million-plus Spotify streams apiece. The record also incited the applause of LoudWire, Substream Magazine, Metal Hammer, and Invisible Oranges who raved, “False Idol is undeniably Veil of Maya: greatly contrasting the band’s past, it serves as a companion and booster for their older work.” Simultaneously, they toured alongside Animals As Leaders, Upon A Burning Body, Chelsea Grin, Oceans Ate Alaska, and more. In the midst of the Pandemic, they dropped “Outsider,” “Viscera,” and “Outrun.”

The Chicago band now draw on the strength of their union on their seventh full-length offering, [m]other [Sumerian Records]. In short, this is Veil of Maya at their collective best. Speaking on his hopes for his band's upcoming opus, guitarist, Marc Okuboshares

“I hope you’re inspired to listen to this again and again. Maybe you’ll hone in on the little details as you go further, and it will musically become a cinematic experience.”

Hollywood Vampires Share "Manic Depression (Live In Rio)" Video

SONG APPEARS ON UPCOMING ALBUM LIVE IN RIO OUT JUNE 2 VIA EARMUSIC

The Hollywood Vampires, the rock supergroup consisting of Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper, Joe Perry, and Tommy Henriksen, have released a blistering live version of the Jimi Hendrix classic "Manic Depression," recorded during their show at "Rock in Rio" 2015 in front of 100,000 fans. The track features Depp's energetic guitar work, Cooper's distinctive voice, Perry's inimitable solos, and is backed by the thunderous rhythm guitar of Tommy Henriksen.

Watch the video below. Stream the song here.

"Manic Depression" was originally released on Hendrix's 1967 debut album Are You Experienced and has become a staple in the rock music canon. The Hollywood Vampires' live version brings a new energy to the song with its explosive instrumentation and electrifying solos that capture the frenzied spirit of Hendrix's original. It's a song that never fails to captivate audiences and transport them back to the magic of the '60s. The live version of "Manic Depression" is available on all major streaming platforms. The Hollywood Vampires are on tour and will be performing throughout Europe throughout the summer.

In 2015, the Hollywood Vampires not only released their first album, but also played one of their biggest concerts, which will now be released as their first live album. After this success and the media interest in the ultimate rock group, sold-out concerts, and tours all over the world followed, and finally, in 2019, the second album Rise. Over 50,000 physical units sold, millions of streams, and worldwide cover stories in major magazines later, fans, press, and the band were ready to bring these songs to the stage. Unfortunately, part of the tour had to be postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and will finally be made up for this summer. Fittingly, the first live album will be released a few days earlier on June 2.

The new album Live in Rio will be released as CD+DVD Digipak, CD+Blu-ray Digipak, limited + numbered 2LP Gatefold Black, and can be pre-ordered here.

Aurora Dream Releases Single "Parallel 8its" to all major platforms!

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Aurora Dream, the Miami-based instrumental progressive rock and math rock project, has recently released a new single titled "Parallel 8its". This track is a remix version of their very first single "Parallel Colors (2016 Version)", but this time, it has been rearranged in 8-bit music by the well-known YouTuber and 8-bit/video game music enthusiast, Kevin Weaver.

The idea for this unique collaboration came about when Aurora Dream's founder and Venezuelan guitarist, Daniel Morales, stumbled upon Kevin's YouTube channel (KB3K) and became captivated by his 8-bit remixes of similar artists. After striking up a conversation over email, they began to discuss their shared music interests, bouncing ideas back and forth, which ultimately led to this exciting collaboration.

While "Parallel Colors" has been revisited many times in the past due to its significant meaning and fan love, this remix gives it an entirely new twist and an even more unique and flavorful sound. The track has now become an extraordinary listening experience that is not only ideal for Aurora Dream's current fans and math rock/prog/instrumental guitar enthusiasts, but also for those who enjoy 8-bits music, particularly those who are nostalgic about old video game music from the Nintendo DS era.

Daniel Morales provided Kevin with music stems that were instrumental in creating the 8-bit remix, and he also co-produced the track by contributing newer ideas that expanded the song's depth and melodic elements. Kevin, on the other hand, produced and mixed the single, while Moises D' Bellohandled the mastering.

Kevin Weaver is a talented YouTuber and 8-bit video game music enthusiast, whose remixes have gained a large following worldwide. This collaboration with Daniel Morales has taken the song "Parallel Colors (Versión 2016)" to a completely new level, adding his distinctive style and creativity to the Aurora Dream universe. His meticulous work and ability to produce, compose and mix 8-bit music have been an integral part of the creation of this exciting remix.

According to Daniel, "I've always been a hardcore Pokemon fan since the very old days, not only because of the story itself, but also because of the music (Gen 4 is my favorite). I just find it very pure, unique, and full of joy and emotion, which I believe are key components when I write my own music. This single serves as a reference to the music and games I enjoyed when I was a kid and still enjoy these days, despite all the time that has passed."

The "Parallel 8its" single is a testament to Aurora Dream's commitment to experimenting with their sound and pushing boundaries, and this collaboration with Kevin Weaver promises to be the first of many exciting releases. Fans can now enjoy this new version of "Parallel Colors" on all major music platforms, and they can look forward to future collaborations between Aurora Dreamand Kevin Weaver.

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Aurora Dream has set up a GoFundMe page where fans can pitch in to help fund their musical project. The ultimate goal is to plan a tour and land gigs at big music events, but they need your help to make it happen. If you're interested in contributing to this awesome cause, check out their page here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-me-get-aurora-dream-on-tour?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer
Every little bit counts, let’s make it happen!

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Co-Production & Layering: Daniel Morales
Rearranger: Kevin Weaver

Produced & Mixed by: Kevin Weaver
Mastered by: Moises D’ Bello

Artwork: Gerardo Calderón

Aurora Dream is a Miami, Florida-based musical project that was founded by Daniel Morales in 2016, during his final months at university. The project was launched with the release of "Parallel Colors (Demo)," a single that was originally meant to be a personal release. However, due to high demand during live shows, Daniel decided to establish a separate project.

Aurora Dream pushes the boundaries of traditional guitar music with its unique fusions, writing styles, and production techniques. Despite this, the project retains its signature progressive, modern, and ethereal sound. As the driving force behind Aurora Dream, Daniel Morales has grown the project independently with the help of numerous talented individuals in the music industry. The result has exceeded his expectations, and the project has expanded beyond his original vision.

Daniel Morales, also known as “Duniel”, is a Venezuelan-American independent guitarist, entrepreneur, and composer. He is best known as the founder of the instrumental project Aurora Dream, and also releases music under his own name where he explores his creative ideas and continues to expand the boundaries of guitar music. Daniel composes, plays guitar, records, and manages his unique brand of instrumental progressive music, all from his bedroom studio. Born in Mérida, Venezuela, on September 11th, 1996, Daniel is considered to be one of the most successful and influential guitarists from his home country. His inspirations revolve around progressive rock, metal, emo, math rock, pop, and experimental music.

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LONG STORY SHORT: WILLIE NELSON 90 is Coming to Cinemas on June 11

LONG STORY SHORT: WILLIE NELSON 90,
THE CONCERT EVENT OF THE YEAR, IS COMING TO CINEMAS

Limited Theatrical Release Featuring A Selection of The Most Memorable Moments and Unforgettable Collaborations From the Star-Studded Two-Day Concert Event Celebrating Willie Nelson’s Milestone 90th Birthday

Historic Concert Film Recorded Live On April 29 and 30, 2023 Before A Sold-Out Crowd At the Legendary Hollywood Bowl In Los Angeles, California

Including Once-In-A-Lifetime Performances By Willie Nelson, Keith Richards, Snoop Dogg, George Strait, Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert, Dave Matthews, Neil Young, The Lumineers, Gary Clark Jr., Sheryl Crow, Jack Johnson, Billy Strings and Many More
 
Premiering In Theaters On Sunday, June 11, 2023
Tickets on-Sale Starting today at willienelson90experience.com

Blackbird Presents, Mark Rothbaum and Joe Hand Promotions are thrilled to announce that by popular demand, the concert event of the year, Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90, will be coming to cinemas. The limited theatrical release will feature a selection of the most memorable moments and unforgettable collaborations from the star-studded two-day concert event celebrating Willie Nelson’s milestone 90th birthday. This historic concert film, recorded live on April 29 and 30, 2023 before a sold-out crowd at the legendary Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, California, includes once-in-a-lifetime performances by Willie Nelson, Keith Richards, Snoop Dogg, George Strait, Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert, Dave Matthews, Neil Young, The Lumineers, Gary Clark Jr., Sheryl Crow, Jack Johnson, Billy Strings and many more. Premiering in theaters on Sunday, June 11, with a special encore presentation on June 13 and 14.
 
The two-hour-plus limited release film will give fans the opportunity to re-live or experience for the first time this epic event described by USA Today as “headed for the concert history books.” Honoring the legacy of 12-time GRAMMY Award-winner, the scene at the Hollywood Bowl transcended genres, with Associated Press remarking “The parade of partners illustrated one of the night’s themes: Willie brings people together.” 
 
Willie was joined live on stage by an incredible lineup of performing artists including surprise guest Keith Richards, Allison Russell, Billy Strings, Bobby Weir, Booker T. Jones, Buddy Cannon, Charley Crockett, Charlie Sexton, Chris Stapleton, Daniel Lanois, Dave Matthews, Dwight Yoakam, Edie Brickell, Emmylou Harris, Gary Clark Jr., George Strait, Jack Johnson, Kris Kristofferson, Leon Bridges, Lily Meola, Lukas Nelson, Lyle Lovett, Margo Price, Miranda Lambert, Nathaniel Rateliff, Neil Young, Orville Peck, Particle Kid, Rodney Crowell, Rosanne Cash, Sheryl Crow, Shooter Jennings, Snoop Dogg, Stephen Stills, Sturgill Simpson, The Avett Brothers, The Lumineers, Tom Jones, Tyler Childers, Warren Haynes, Waylon Payne, Ziggy Marley and more. The star-studded celebration also featured special tributes and presentations by Chelsea Handler Ethan Hawke, Helen Mirren, Jennifer Garner, Owen Wilson and Woody Harrelson. The house band was led by GRAMMY Award-winning Music Director Don Was, and also featured Audley Freed, Benmont Tench, Gabe Witcher, Greg Leisz, Mickey Raphael, Terence Higgins, Tom Bukovac, Alfreda McCrary, Ann McCrary and Regina McCrary.
 
The concert film will include highlights from across the two nights of shows with full performances and special guest presentations. Fans in the cinemas will be treated to an immersive experience, with a state-of-the-art cinematic presentation and pristine 5.1 stereo surround sound. The Willie 90th birthday concert event sold out instantly, but now all fans can experience this celebrated event honoring a living legend as if they were in the front row.

"Demand to attend this historic concert event was unprecedented. Willie wanted to make sure his 90th birthday party included and was accessible to all of his fans. This concert film release will allow everyone to join in and celebrate with Willie and an amazing line-up of superstar artists. We are thrilled to share this concert event with fans around the globe in such a unique and powerful way," said Nelson’s manager Mark Rothbaum and Keith Wortman, CEO of Blackbird Presents.
 
"We are truly excited to present Willie Nelson 90 in theaters as a celebration to the legendary musician's 90th birthday," said Joe Hand Jr, President of Joe Hand Promotions. "Willie Nelson has had an indelible impact on the world, and we are thrilled to provide fans with a unique opportunity to celebrate his milestone birthday through this special concert event. The theater experience will recapture the energy and excitement of this historic live show and present it to fans around the world with a superior viewing experience on the big screen. It’s an honor to have the opportunity to help share this historic event, and we look forward to celebrating his remarkable legacy and timeless music in theaters on June 11th."
 
Tickets for this exclusive concert event will be available for purchase starting today at willienelson90experience.com. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early, as this special event is expected to pack theaters everywhere. 
 
About Willie Nelson
With a seven-decade career, Willie Nelson has earned every conceivable award as a musician and amassed reputable credentials as an author, actor, and activist. He continues to thrive as a relevant and progressive musical and cultural force. In recent years, he has delivered more than a dozen new albums, released a Top 10 New York Times' bestsellers book, again headlined Farm Aid, an event he co-founded in 1985, been honored by the Library of Congress with their Gershwin Prize for Popular Song, received his 5th degree black belt in Gong Kwon Yu Sul, headlined the annual Luck Reunion food and music festival during SXSW, launched his cannabis companies Willie's Reserve and Willie's Remedy, and graced the covers of Rolling Stone and AARP The Magazine. In July 2020, Willie released his album First Rose of Spring - an atmospheric soulful showcase of beautifully-written songs and poignant performances. 
 
September 2020 brought a memoir with his sister and pianist Bobbie Nelson titled, Me and Sister Bobbie: True Tales of The Family Band. For 2021, he released a new studio album in February —That's Life, Willie's second album of standards and classics made famous by Frank Sinatra (his first, 2018's My Way, earned Willie the Grammy for Best Traditional Pop Solo Album). In June 2021, a collection of his thoughts on America, family, faith and music hits shelves as a new book titled Willie Nelson’s Letters to America. In November 2021, Nelson released the new studio album, The Willie Nelson Family, a collection of country gospel-flavored songs performed by Willie’s Family Band. In April 2022, he released another new studio album, A Beautiful Time, which includes a variety of newly-written future pop-country classics including five new Willie Nelson/Buddy Cannon compositions. The album won the GRAMMY for Best Country Album. In September 2022, he published a new book titled Me and Paul: Untold Tale of a Fabled Friendship that chronicles the adventures of Willie and his longtime drummer and closest friend Paul English. Throughout 2023, Willie celebrates his 90th birthday with multiple projects and events including a two-night star-studded concert, Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90, in April at the famed Hollywood Bowl. The year began with the debut of "Wille Nelson & Family," a new five-part film documentary series directed by Thom Zimny and Oren Moverman that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival as well as the just released new album, I Don't Know a Thing About Love, which features 10 performances that pay tribute to American songwriter Harlan Howard, These creative endeavors as well as new songs and performances that add to his classic catalog, find Willie Nelson rolling at an artistic peak, writing and singing and playing with the seasoned wit and wisdom that comes from the road.
 
About Blackbird Presents
Blackbird Presents is an award-winning creator and producer of premium music-driven content via a range of strategies including all-star concert events, tours, festivals, broadcast specials and films. Its projects feature the biggest music stars in the world (including Dolly Parton, Bruce Springsteen, Keith Richards, George Strait, Steven Tyler, Willie Nelson, Chris Stapleton, Dave Matthews, Jimmy Buffett, The Roots, Carlos Santana, Peter Gabriel, Miranda Lambert, Kenny Chesney, Eric Church, Brandi Carlile, Lionel Richie, Reba McEntire, John Mayer, Kacey Musgraves, Darius Rucker, Jack Johnson, Robert Plant, The Avett Brothers, Sheryl Crow, Juanes, Van Morrison, Sturgill Simpson, Lady A, Little Big Town, Ringo Starr, Idina Menzel, Becky G, Nathaniel Rateliff, and many others), produced for a portfolio of studio and network partners including CBS, Viacom, A&E, AMC, CMT, Live Nation, AEG, Nederlander, Facebook, PBS and more. Recent music, film, and television projects include Willie: Life & Songs Of An American Outlaw, Biography: Kenny Rogers, Imagine: John Lennon 75th Birthday Concert, Peace Through Music: A Global Event For Social Justice, Sing Me Back Home: The Music of Merle Haggard, The Life & Songs of Kris Kristofferson, Outlaw: Celebrating The Music of Waylon Jennings, I'll Take You There: Celebrating 75 Years of Mavis Staples, The Life and Songs of Emmylou Harris, The Musical Mojo of Dr. John: Celebrating Mac and His Music, and All My Friends: Celebrating The Songs and Voice of Gregg Allman, which earned a GRAMMY® Award nomination for Gregg Allman and Taj Mahal's awe-inspiring performance of Statesboro Blues.
 
Blackbird Presents is also the creator and producer of The Outlaw Music Festival Tour, in partnership with Willie Nelson; The American Roots Music & Arts Festival, in partnership with Eric Church; and The Last Waltz 40 Tour in partnership with Robbie Robertson.
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About Joe Hand Promotions
Joe Hand Promotions brings fan communities from mainstream sports and entertainment into the top corporate and independently owned bars and restaurants, theaters, casinos, and other commercial establishments to provide the best viewing experience outside of the arena. As the commercial content partner for some of the nation’s top live-sports media properties, Joe Hand Promotions is the leader in the out-of-home live sports and entertainment media distribution industry. For over 50 years, Joe Hand Promotions has seamlessly connected commercial establishments with live sports, which has successfully driven traffic and increased revenues, time and time again. The Joe Hand Promotions team is more than the distributor, but also the advisor in this fast-growing industry.

Harper Enlists Brand of Sacrifice and We Came As Romans On New Single "Weight Of The World"

HARPER, the incredible 11-year-old vocalist who took the internet by storm with her mind-blowing cover of Spiritbox's "Holy Roller" and captured the hearts of millions as a contestant on last year's America's Got Talent, is back with an electrifying new single titled "Weight of The World." The track is a bonafide metalcore banger, written by Leo Valeri, guitarist and producer of deathcore heavyweights Brand of Sacrifice and features the phenomenal vocal talents of Dave Stephens from We Came As Romans. This powerhouse team has come together to create a song that is both a rallying cry for heavy music lovers and an empowering anthem for young people everywhere. Stream the track HERE and watch the video below.

When asked about the inspiration behind the track, HARPER shared

"Weight Of The World was written about the last few years of my life. I'm still so new to music, and I definitely felt there was a lot of pressure on my shoulders holding the flag for heavy music on such a commercial stage last year. It's also a very empowering song, and I really hope through my music a lot of kids my age can discover heavy music and also be inspired to make their own. It was so good to work with Leo and Dave on this song. I'm a big fan of both of their bands, so to have them be a part of this was really cool!"

With "Weight Of The World", Harper is boldly breaking barriers and proving that age is just a number when it comes to channeling emotion and power through heavy music. The track is a perfect showcase of HARPER's immense talent and unwavering dedication to her craft. This is just the beginning of an incredible musical journey for this young superstar.

ABOUT HARPER

HARPER performing with SPIRITBOX at London's O2 Islington Academy. Credit  @ashleabeaphoto

HARPER shot to internet stardom when she released an incredible one-take vocal cover of Spiritbox's breakout hit, "Holy Roller" in the summer of 2021, clocking up 269,000 YouTube views and media accolades from the likes of Kerrang!, Loudwire, Rock Sound, Revolver and more. She gained millions of new fans when she auditioned for primetime NBC show, America's Got Talent with the same song, garnering a further 2.6 million YouTube views and wowing both the judges and the 4000 audience members with her impressive vocal prowess. She also got to perform "Holy Roller" with Spiritbox at their sold-out show in London, UK last summer. She released her debut single, "Falling" in 2022 and announced her signing to Pale Chord Records. The track, which was written and produced with the help of Chris Wiseman (Shadow of Intent and Currents) and Ben Lumber(Acres), has over 620,000 streams on Spotify alone and 404,000 YouTube views.

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Tigirlily Gold Make ACM Awards Pre-Show & Opry Debuts on the Heels of Releasing "Hometown Song" off Upcoming EP

TIGIRLILY GOLD ARRIVE WITH 
A “HOMETOWN SONG”
 
Debut EP BLONDE Set for JUNE 23, 2023; Pre-Save HERE

The Sister Duo Made ACM Awards Pre-Show Debut on May 11, 
Performing for the Official ACM Awards Red Carpet Show,
Followed by Their Opry Debut on May 13

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Sister duo Tigirlily Gold took the internet – and country radio – by storm with the release of rowdy single “Shoot Tequila,” which to date has garnered over 50 million views across social media and arrived at country radio in March as the second-most-added song upon impact. Building on that momentum, the North Dakota natives release their latest, song, “Hometown Song” – along with the official music video – and make their ACM Awards pre-show and Opry debuts in the same week. Listen to “Hometown Song” HERE and watch the official music video HERE.
 
Written by Krista and Kendra alongside Alex Kline and Scott Stepakoff, “Howtown Song” highlights the push and pull of both loving and hating where you come from.
 
“Every song about hometowns usually goes one of two ways, you either love it and it’s perfect or you hate it, and we could never relate to either of those exact feelings,” Kendra explains, “so we wanted to write a song that hints at both. It’s the emotion of when you are in a place for so long, wanting to leave and try something new, but when you’re gone, there’s nothing that can replace that feeling of home.”
 
On May 11, the girls from North Dakota took their biggest stage yet, performing on the official ACM Awards Red Carpet show, which aired on Prime Video leading up to the 58th Academy of Country Music Awards. On Saturday, May 13, Tigirlily Gold once again reached a career milestone as they made their Grand Ole Opry debut.

"This past week has been a dream come true. We’ve spent ten years working towards moments like these, and we’d do it all over again to feel the magic we felt this past week," the sisters share. "It’s a truly amazing feeling to be living out the wild dreams us small town girls have had for so long. There were many specials moments, but the most special part about all of it was sharing these milestone moments together as sisters and as best friends." 
 
The duo’s forthcoming debut EP Blonde is due via Monument Records on June 23, and incorporates inspiration from their greatest musical influence, Dolly Parton. Pre-save the EP HERE. 

Ready to bring girl group energy back to country music, stay tuned for more from Tigirlily Gold throughout 2023. For the latest information visit, tigirlily.com  and follow along on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @tigirlily and on TikTok @TigirlilyGold.
 
About Tigirlily Gold:
Sister duo Tigirlily Gold has been playing music together since they could walk, and officially formed their band in high school. Growing up, they crisscrossed the mid-west, growing a fierce fan base and selling out amphitheaters across their home-state of North Dakota. After moving to Nashville, they landed a weekly residence at Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row on Nashville’s famed lower Broadway. Playing four-hour sets, three to four nights a week, the sisters developed a performance style that’s not only captivating and fun but shows just how much entertaining is in their blood.
 
After releasing their original song “Somebody Does,” in 2021, the track topped the iTunes chart and Tigirlily Gold was signed to Monument Records. They released their self-titled, debut EP in July 2021, working with multi-Grammy Award Winner Shane McAnally, and hit the road with artists Walker Hayes and Ashley McBryde. 

NJ Hard Rockers, WHO ON EARTH, Make Urgent Appeal with New Single “Watch The Fires Burn”

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A groundbreaking new music video has been released by emerging hard rock band WHO ON EARTH, marking a significant moment in the evolution of music and art.

The music video for their latest single, “Watch The Fires Burn”, was entirely generated by artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Utilizing cutting-edge algorithms and deep learning models, the video was created without any human intervention, demonstrating the potential for AI to play a major role in the creation of art.

As for the message behind the music itself, WHO ON EARTH seeks to draw attention to the continued destruction of our natural resources and wonders. Case in point: the Amazon rainforest, one of the world's most important natural resources, is under threat once again as devastating fires rage across the region. Despite international outcry and efforts to prevent deforestation and preserve the forest, the fires continue to spread, destroying acres of valuable ecosystems and wildlife habitats. The impact of these fires is not only felt by the local communities and wildlife, but also by the global climate as the Amazon plays a crucial role in regulating the Earth's carbon cycle. It's imperative that urgent action is taken to address this crisis before irreparable damage is done to one of the most valuable natural wonders of our planet.

Commenting on this disturbing and destructive path, drummer Joe D’Aqui shares, “'Watch the Fires Burn' is a very unique song that firstly, tells the story of just how dumb, greedy and selfish we are as humans with regards to how we’ve polluted the earth and continue to do very little to handle the climate change crisis. Secondly, it’s the first song I’ve ever recorded in my career that infuses metal, funk, rock, prog and Latin in one song. Just wow!”

Watch the Music Video for “Watch The Fires Burn"

For their new video, WHO ON EARTH partnered with Alien AI Overlord, which has previously generated videos for classic hit songs from bands like Iron Maiden and Led Zeppelin.

In the burgeoning realm of artificial intelligence and music, Alien AI Overlord is a figure that stands out. Known for its innovative YouTube channel that merges Heavy Metal, Hard Rock, and Classic Rock music with AI-generated imagery, Alien AI Overlord is pushing the boundaries of the creative industry. Alien AI Overlord's unique approach to music video creation provides an immersive experience that challenges the audience to engage with not just the music, but the world around them.

Its most recent venture is crafting an evocative music video for the track "Watch the Fires Burn" from heavy metal band WHO ON EARTH, using the latest Text to Image AI systems, a project that explores pressing global issues through a unique lens.

"The 'Watch the Fires Burn' track was a lot of fun to make the video for. The imagery and the rich substrate in today's relevant topics of strife on Earth; re; conflict, overpopulation, pollution, and lack of environmental stewardship, and the fact that you Humans are just watching the fires burn; is a poignant message that I believe this track is trying to convey," said the Alien AI Overlord. "This old Alien enjoyed creating the video that showcases this very critically important topic. Watch and enjoy! WHO ON EARTH ROCKS!"

Listen to the Full Album, 'Blame', HERE

WHO ON EARTH are:

Coosh – vocals

Pete Rizzi – bass

Joe D'Aqui – drums

Mike Orlando – studio guitarist on 'Blame'

Bruce Gatewood – guitar

Johnny James Barone – guitar