Rockstar Photographer Nathan James Releases New Single "TOXIC WORLD" + Official Music Video to all major platforms on July 14th!

Joe Bonamassa Announces 19-date, East Coast Spring U.S. Tour

July 17, 2023

As he gears up for the release of his new studio album Blues Deluxe Vol. 2 and a packed run of performances across the U.S. in the coming months, the three-time GRAMMY-nominated guitarist and 26x Billboard chart-topper Joe Bonamassa has announced that he will return to the road in Spring 2024 with a 19-date U.S. Tour, that will bring him up and down the east coast. Kicking off in Louisville, KY on February 19th, Bonamassa’s 2024 Spring Tour will include performances in historic venues like the Count Basie Center For The Arts in Red Bank, NJ on February 23rd and the Saenger Theatre in Pensacola, FL on March 7th, before culminating at the brand-new outdoor concert venue The Sound in Clearwater, FL on March 16th. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit https://jbonamassa.com/tour-dates/

A special Fan Presale will begin tomorrow, Tuesday, July 18th at 10am local time, with tickets on sale to the public this Friday, July 21st at 10am local time. To receive the most updated information about tour dates, pre-sale codes and new music sign up for Joe's newsletter at https://joeb.me/JBNewsletter

Bonamassa’s spring 2024 performances will conclude with the Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea IX, set for March 18-24, departing from Miami, Florida to Cozumel, Mexico. The festival line-up includes Grace Potter, The Marshall Tucker Band, John Oates, Jimmy Vivino, King King, and a special performance by Black Country Communion, Bonamassa’s supergroup with Glenn Hughes (DEEP PURPLE, BLACK SABBATH), Jason Bonham (LED ZEPPELIN) and Derek Sherinian (DREAM THEATER, ALICE COOPER, BILLY IDOL). KTBA at Sea is one of the largest fundraisers for Bonamassa’s Keeping The Blues Alive Foundation, aiding in its mission to promote music education by providing grants and resources to schools and musicians in need.

Having just earned a remarkable 26th #1 on the Billboard Blues Chart for his sprawling and extensive live concert film and album Tales Of Time, Bonamassa’s upcoming album Blues Deluxe Vol. 2 finds him returning to his roots and giving new life to the classic tracks that have informed his own artistry. Coming twenty years after the release of his best-selling album Blues Deluxe, which celebrated what the US government had declared “the year of the blues” with a mix of originals and reinterpretations of classic songs, the new album finds the superstar taking stock of how far he and the genre have come with two new originals and eight new covers spanning some of the most important names in the blues – from Bobby “Blue” Bland and Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac to Albert King. Listen to the latest single, a rambunctious rendition of Guitar Slim’s 1953 release, “Well, I Done Got Over It,” and watch the official music video, directed and edited by Rob Bondurant.

“If you had told me 20 years ago my career would last long enough to see the 20th anniversary of this little record called ‘Blues Deluxe,’ I’m sure I would have laughed,” Bonamassa reflects. “Blues Deluxe was my last shot after being dropped by two major record labels and my booking agent. It was then that my manager, Roy Weisman, had his first ‘all in’ moment. We would go back into the studio and record. A record that would hopefully define the direction of whatever future career I might have.”

Bonamassa’s 2023 summer run will include his debut appearance at Hollywood Bowl on Wednesday, August 9th. The exclusive, one-night-only concert experience alongside an orchestra will be recorded for his next live concert film. Then, the hardest working bluesman in show business will begin his U.S. Fall Tour on October 23rd at The Cannon Center in Memphis, TN, before crisscrossing the country and capping the year at the guitar-shaped Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, FL on December 2nd.

Cited by Guitar World as “arguably the world’s biggest blues guitarist,” Bonamassa is known for taking risks and venturing into uncharted territory throughout his wide-ranging career. His last recent full-length Time Clocks marked his most raw, rocking studio album yet, with American Songwriter sharing, “Bonamassa pushes into fresh territory while staying within a blues-based framework,” and “there is more than enough proof in this sprawling set that Bonamassa doesn’t intend to rest on his laurels or take his star status in the blues-rock genre for granted.”

Hailed as “a near spiritual experience” by Classic Rock Magazine and featuring songs from his latest #1 studio album, Time Clocks, Bonamassa’s latest live concert release Tales Of Time, captures a stratospheric performance by the blues-rock titan at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, which found his virtuoso guitar style and unique technique and flair elevating the evening to an almost heavenly high. The project was produced by long-time collaborator and producer Kevin Shirley (Led Zeppelin, Iron Maiden, Journey). “This live show represents our most progressive and largest production to date, focusing on my most ambitious studio album to date,” commented Bonamassa. “My band was a force of nature on this show, and it truly was a special night.”

Bonamassa’s upcoming performance at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on August 6th will mark his first appearance at the venue since the recording of Tales Of Time.

Summer 2023 U.S. Tour
August 2 – Vina Robles Amphitheatre – Paso Robles, CA
August 4 – The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas – Las Vegas, NV
August 5 – Eccles Theater – Salt Lake City, UT
August 6 – Red Rocks Amphitheatre – Morrison, CO
August 9 – Hollywood Bowl – Los Angeles, CA^
August 12 – Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater – Wantagh, NY**
August 13 – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts – Bethel, NY**

**Keeping the Blues Alive presents: Joe Bonamassa & Friends: Styx and Don Felder, formerly of the Eagles
^Joe Bonamassa with Orchestra

Fall 2023 U.S. Tour
October 23 – Memphis, TN – The Cannon Center
October 25 – Shreveport, LA – Shreveport Municipal Auditorium
October 27 – San Antonio, TX – Majestic Theatre
October 28 – Sugar Land, TX – Smart Financial Centre At Sugar Land
October 29 – Austin, TX – ACL Live
November 1 – Fayetteville, AR – Walton Arts Center
November 3 – Little Rock, AR – Robinson Performance Hall
November 4 – Grand Prairie, TX – Texas Trust CU Theatre
November 5 – Oklahoma City, OK – Civic Center Music Hall
November 8 – Tulsa, OK – Tulsa Theater
November 10 – Kansas City, MO – The Midland Theatre
November 11 – St. Louis, MO – The Fabulous Fox
November 12 – Cedar Rapids, IA – Paramount Theatre
November 14 – Rochester, MN – Mayo Civic Center
November 15 – Rockford, IL – Coronado Performing Arts Center
November 17 – Fort Wayne, IN – Embassy Theatre
November 18 – Detroit, MI – Fox Theatre
November 19 – Columbus, OH – Palace Theatre
November 21 – Reading, PA – The Santander Performing Arts Center
November 22 – Providence, RI – Providence Performance Arts Center
November 24 – Springfield, MA – Symphony Hall
November 25 – Baltimore, MD – The Lyric
November 28 – Savannah, GA – Johnny Mercer Theatre
November 30 – Sarasota, FL – Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
December 1 – Estero, FL – Hertz Arena
December 2 – Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Live

Spring 2024 U.S. Tour
February 19 - Louisville, KY - The Louisville Palace
February 21 - Youngstown, OH - Covelli Centre
February 23 - Red Bank, NJ - Count Basie Center For The Arts
February 24 - Oxon Hill, MD - The Theater at MGM National Harbor
February 25 - Durham, NC - DPAC
February 27 - Columbia, SC - Township Auditorium
February 29 - Virginia Beach, VA - The Sandler Center
March 1 - Roanoke, VA - Berglund Center
March 2 - Cincinnati, OH - Taft Theatre
March 4 - Richmond, VA - Altria Theater
March 5 - Knoxville, TN - Knoxville Civic Auditorium
March 7 - Pensacola, FL - Saenger Theatre
March 8 - Biloxi, MS - Beau Rivage
March 9 - Biloxi, MS - Beau Rivage
March 11 - Huntsville, AL - VBC Mark C. Smith Concert Hall
March 12 - Greenville, SC - Peace Center
March 14 - Macon, GA - Macon City Auditorium
March 15 - Orlando, FL - Dr. Phillips Center
March 16 - Clearwater, FL - The Sound
March 18-24 - Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea IX - Miami, FL to Cozumel, Mexico

ABOUT JOE BONAMASSA
Blues-rock superstar Joe Bonamassa is one of the most celebrated performing musicians of today. As a three-time GRAMMY-nominated artist and 13x Blues Music Award Nominee (4 wins), he achieved his 26th No. 1 album on the Billboard Blues Chart with his latest studio album Time Clocks. He’s fresh off the release of Tales Of Time, a sprawling and expansive live concert film and album, shot at the breathtaking Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Only in his mid-40s, Bonamassa has become a living legend with an astounding and expansive multi-genre catalog. He has released more than 40 albums, including studio and live recordings, as well as collaborative albums with his adventurous side projects: Black Country Communion and Rock Candy Funk Party.

A prolific writer who is always on the hunt to expand his eclectic musical horizons, Bonamassa has a limitless work ethic whether it’s in a studio, on the road, or working with other artists to spur new music. In recent years, he has produced an immense number of albums for his exciting independent label KTBA Records, and he recently launched Journeyman LLC, a full-service artist management, record label, concert promotion, and marketing company that builds awareness for independent artists worldwide. Recent producing highlights include ‘Crown’ by the blues legend Eric Gales, which was nominated for “Best Contemporary Blues Album” at the 2023 GRAMMY Awards.

Bonamassa has been featured in several publications from Esquire, WSJ and Parade to Rolling Stone and American Songwriter, as well as on the covers of Guitar World, Guitar Player, Vintage Guitar, Guitarist, and Classic Rock Magazine. His non-profit Keeping The Blues Alive foundation provides music education funding to schools and support to artists in need and has positively impacted more than 90k students to date. www.jbonamassa.com

UADA Unveils New Single, "The Dark (Winter)"

July 17, 2023

New album 'Crepuscule Natura' is due on September 8, 2023 via Eisenwald

+ Headlining North America later this year with support from Cloak and Ghost Bath

Enigmatic black metal masters UADA are now unveiling a brand new single, "The Dark (Winter)." The song is taken from the USBM outfit's upcoming full-length, 'Crepuscule Natura,' which will be released worldwide on September 8, 2023 via Eisenwald. The song can be heard below.

UADA comments, "The forthcoming album, 'Crepuscule Natura,' is an album themed based upon resurrection and a recall to the band's roots while simultaneously expanding its past sphere of growth."

In support of the forthcoming release, UADA will be embarking on an extensive North American headliner, which kicks off on August 30 in Denver, CO. The full itinerary can be found below and tickets are now on sale HERE.

The song will be made available on all streaming services this Friday, July 21 at midnight local time. Pre-save the single HERE.

'Crepuscule Natura' is now available for worldwide pre-sale HERE.

The album follows up UADA's 2020 release, 'Djinn,' which was regarded as "the most important record of the year" by Metal Insider, named one of the Best Albums of 2020 by New Noise Magazine, and regarded as "worthy of our your undivided attention at worst, and complete worship at best" for the Decibel Magazine October 2020 issue cover story.

UADA North American tour (w/ support from Cloak and Ghost Bath):

8/30: Denver, CO @ Roxy Theater

8/31: Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge

9/1: Boise, ID @ Shredder

9/2: Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom

9/3: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw

9/5: Calgary, AB @ Dickens

9/6: Edmonton, AB @ Starlite Room

9/7: Saskatoon, SK @ Coors Event Center

9/8: Winnipeg, MB @ The Good Will

9/9: Minneapolis, MN @ Studio B at Skyway Theatre

9/10: Milwaukee, WI @ X-Ray

9/11: Columbus, OH @ Ace of Cups

9/12: Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground

9/13: Toronto, ON @ Lee's Palace

9/14: Ottawa, ON @ Brass Monkey

9/15: Quebec City, QC @ La Source De La Martiniere

9/16: Montreal, QC @ Petit Campus

9/17: Brooklyn, NY @ Meadows

9/18: Philadelphia, PA @ Milkboy

9/19: Baltimore, MD @ Metro Gallery

9/20: Raleigh, NC @ The Pour House

9/21: Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade

9/22: New Orleans, LA @ Gasa Gasa

9/23: Houston, TX @ Secret Room

9/25: Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live

9/26: El Paso, TX @ Rockhouse

9/27: Albuquerque, NM @ El Rey

9/28: Phoenix, AZ @ Pub Rock Live

9/29: Las Vegas, NV @ Dive Bar

9/30: San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick

10/1: North Hollywood, CA @ Knitting Factory

GET TICKETS HERE

Ever since the cloaked Pacific Northwest band appeared on the music radar, UADA has always been electrified by both polar worlds. Their echelon was stark and meaningful. Within the stretch of three albums as well as dense and triumphant live shows across the globe, they have not only spiked the map of extreme metal music but their unrelenting touring schedule and unbridled will to push forward into new horizons has also earned them a reception in all the extremes imaginable, be it worship or spite.

Five sonic vessels form the nucleus of 'Crepuscule Natura,' and within it`s 41 minutes, the record easily creates a sonic and aesthetic bridge between the band`s debut, 'Devoid of Light' (2016), and their sophomore effort 'Cult of a Dying Sun' (2018), only to forge onward upon the relentless path set forth with 'Djinn' (2020). Here, a more refined and muscular, yet no less melodic stronghold awaits. On 'Crepuscule Natura,' UADA provides all their memorable hooks, tasteful leads, and riding blasts in their distinct style, balancing their epic surging melodies with powerful spurts of aggression. Just like the band's smoke-heavy shows, the momentum and emphasis of their craft always stays grandiose, mythical, and triumphant – all the while making sure to birth a couple of new fan favorites and soon-to-be staple live songs.

'Crepuscule Natura', once again graced by the artwork of legendary Kris Verwimp and photography by Peter Beste, shows UADA on fire to unleash the marrow of black heavy metal.

Album Credits:

All music by UADA

Mixed and Mastered by Jake Superchi at Obsidian Spells

Album Cover & Moon emblem by Kris Verwimp

Photography by Peter Beste

Layout by Valkenstijn

Released via Eisenwald

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Digital album released on September 8, 2023

CD formats to be shipped on or around September 15, 2023

Vinyl formats to be shipped on or around November 3, 2023

MADELINE MERLO RELEASES EXCLUSIVE AMAZON ORIGINAL COVER OF KEITH URBAN’S “YOU’LL THINK OF ME”

July 17, 2023

Winner of NBC’s reality competition TV series “Songland,” Madeline Merlo released her Amazon Original of Keith Urban’s “You’ll Think Of Me” this past Friday (7/14). Available exclusively on Amazon Music, fans can listen to the song HERE.

Also last week, Merlo released her emotionally charged new music video for her powerful song, “Same Car.” Complete with flashbacks of painful memories, the music video recalls what once was and dials in on the sorrow and despair felt post-breakup. The video is available now on Merlo’s official YouTube channel.

Watch it HERE.

Having “already proven her songwriting chops” (Billboard), Merlo has “long made a career by telling big emotional stories in the span of 3 minute or so songs” (American Songwriter). Similar to her critically acclaimed label-debut EP, Slide, that scored her praise from Billboard, E! News, PopCulture, Music Rowand more, Merlo continues her build her niche as a songwriter and artist, as she brings to life powerful female stories, from budding romances to growing up to the lessons learned in-between. “…Ready to make her name and talent known in the American country music landscape” (Country Swag), the “rising country stars” (People) emotive new music video for “Same Car” is out now.

About Madeline Merlo:

Award-winning songwriter and “rising Country star” (Country Now) Madeline Merlo “has long made a career by telling big emotional stories in the span of 3 minute or so songs” (American Songwriter). Now, after scoring impressive Canadian radio play and winning the Canadian Country Music Association’s Rising Star Award (and being nominated twice for Female Artist of the Year), the “breakout talent” (American Songwriter) just released a super-charged new song “Same Car” along with her spirited four-track EP Slide via BBR Music Group / Wheelhouse Records. Produced by Zach Crowell (Dierks Bentley, Sam Hunt, Dustin Lynch) and backed by iridescent beats, Merlo’s collection of songs — all co-written by Merlo — deliver powerful female stories, from budding romances, to growing up, to the lessons learned in between. Winner of the season 2 premiere of the NBC songwriting reality TV series “Songland,” the Canadian songstress’ captivating track “Champagne Night,” recorded and released by Lady A, went on to be a three-week No. 1 song on US Country radio and earned her the 2021 Canadian Country Music Association Award for Songwriter of the Year.

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Saliva Releases New Album 'Revelation' on September 8, 2023; Announces SNAFU Le Tour 2023 with Drowning Pool, Adelitas Way and Any Given Sin!

July 16, 2023

Saliva announced the SNAFU Le Tour 2023 with Drowning Pool, Adelitas Wayand Any Given Sin that begins on September 10th in Norfolk, VA at Norva. The tour is in support of Saliva's new album Revelation that drops on September 8, 2023. Saliva is coming off two charting singles, with the most recent “High on Me”reaching Top 20 in Mediabase and Billboard. Their current single “Come Back Stronger” is out now.

Pre-Save Revelation here: https://orcd.co/salivarevelation

Listen to "Come Back Stronger"below

“We started working on this record in 2020 During the pandemic shutdown. I felt like we had to get outside of the box with this one. I’ve been sober almost 5 years now and there are many songs on this record that are a reflection of it. I just wanted to connect with the listener and pull them into what I was dealing with but also shed some light on overcoming personal adversity. With the passing of Wayne in March, I felt lost. Where do I go? I knew We had this record we were all stoked about. Waynes influence is all over these songs and in my opinion his playing on this album is next level. It’s the only right thing to do to honor him and all our hard work and release it. I just want to share with the world what we have worked on the last 3 plus years,”says Bobby Amaru.

Drowning Pool is reuniting with singer Ryan McCombs, this will mark their first tour back together.

"I’m excited as hell to be rocking out with Ryan McCombs back at the helm with us in Drowning Pool and touring together again with our brothers in Saliva! We hit it off as friends right out of the gate playing our first show together at WrestleMania 18 in 2002, and with Ryan on Ozzfest 2002. We’ve all had so many great festival shows and tours together throughout the years. Looking forward to sharing the stage once again with Saliva, having Ryan McCombs back with us in Drowning Pool, forever celebrating the memory of Dave Williams and Wayne Swinny, making new insane tour memories and kickass shows across the country. Can’t wait to perform and hang out with all of our friends and family at the rock shows! C’mon out and have a great time with us!" says Drowning Pool guitarist C.J. Pierce.

Ryan McCombs adds, "Drowning Pool and Saliva are two bands that not only have a rich history of their own but they’re two bands that have a great history of sharing the road together. This being my first extended run of dates back with my Drowning Pool family,I am horns-up and hells-to-the-yes that it’s also with Saliva! People that I respect as musicians and performing artists as well as real human beings that I consider friends.. Along with all that, having both Adelitas Way and Any Given Sin is a surefire recipe for a killer night, every night. From the first note to the last."

Adelitas Way will be releasing a full length album, and a new hard rock single “Dig Deep” at the start of this tour.

“We are ready to put on locked in, high energy performances for the fans, and excited to have fun on the road with our friends in Any Given sin, Saliva, and Drowning pool, this is going to be great!” says Rick Dejesus, vocalist of Adelitas Way.

Each band will be conducting their own on-site VIP prior to doors. These VIPs will be sold on a separate platform and WILL NOT include a ticket to the show. All VIPs will need to purchase a show ticket for entrance.

SNAFU Le Tour 2023 Dates:

9/10/23 - Norfolk, VA - Norva
9/12/23 – Boston, MA - Big Night Live
9/13/23 - Sayreville, NJ - Starland Ballroom
9/15/23 - Manchester, NH - Angel City Music Hall Bar
9/16/23 - East Durham, NY - Blackthorne Resort
9/17/23 - Horseheads, NY - The L
9/19/23 - Baltimore, MD - Rams Head Live!
9/20/23 – Harrisburg, PA - Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center
9/21/23 – Pittsburgh, PA - Jergels
9/22/23 - Columbus, OH – Shake The Ground Fest 2
9/23/23 - Ashland, KY - Paramount Arts Center
9/24/23 - Ft. Wayne, IN - Piere's
9/25/23 – Wyandotte, MI - District 142
9/27/23 – Cleveland, OH - House of Blues
9/28/23 - Joliet, IL - The Forge
9/29/23 – Lansing, MI - Grewel Hall
9/30/23 - Ringle, WI - Q and Z Expo Center *
10/1/23 - Paxton, IL - The Cadillac
10/3/23 – Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue
10/5/23 - Hays, KS - Fox Theatre
10/6/23 - CO Springs, CO - Sunshine Studios
10/7/23 – Denver, CO - Wild Goose
10/9/23 – Roswell, NM - Liberty Inc.
10/11/23 – Las Vegas, NV - Las Vegas - The Industrial Sound
10/12/23 – Phoenix, AZ - Marquee Theatre
10/13/23 – Tucson, AZ – Encore
10/15/23 – Odessa, TX – Dos Amigos
10/18/23 - Chickasha, OK - Legends
10/19/23 - Kyle, TX - Railhouse Bar
10/20/23 – Houston, TX - Rise Rooftop
10/21/23 – Dallas, TX - Glass Cactus
10/22/23 - Jefferson, LA - Southport Music Hall
10/25/23 - Myrtle Beach, SC - Suck Bang Blow
10/26/23 - Fernandina Beach, FL - Sadler Ranch
10/27/23 - Cocoa Beach, FL - Area 142

*No Any Given Sin

For More Information Please Visit:

Saliva

Drowning Pool

Adelitas Way

Any Given Sin

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San Francisco jazzy singer-songwriter E.G. Phillips presents 'It Ain't Good to Be in Love With You'

July 16, 2023

"A fabulous heartfelt confessional that makes you feel as if you've gotten to know the man close-up, that you know a little bit more about what makes him tick, what makes him feel. A purveyor of the urban blues, Phillips offers an enthralling proposition in this beautifully wrought song" ~ Amplify Music Magazine

San Francisco-based artist E.G. Phillips presents the single 'It Ain't Good to Be in Love With You', a jazzy affair that showcases the Tom Waits meets Nick Cave-esque facets of his confessional songwriting. This is the first taste of Phillips' forthcoming 'Outlaw The Dead' EP, which was mixed by Chris McGrew and Billboard-charting producer Jaimeson Durr (Sammy Hagar, Joe Satriani, Hope Sandoval).

A tech refugee who comes from a country called the Midwest, Phillips ultimately found warmer pastures on the West coast. Originally from Chicago suburbs and having also lived in East Central Illinois and Minnesota, his musical journeys have grown more adventurous since relocating to the Bay Area at the turn of the century, especially since venturing out on the open mic scene in San Francisco -- finding a musical home of sorts at Bazaar Cafe.

With the steadfast backing of his band Ducks With Pants, Phillips blends lyric-driven compositions with his own special blend of whimsy and cinematic imagery, offering a wry take in dealing with the longings of the heart and the madness of existence.

"A few years ago, San Francisco found itself under a veil of orange apocalyptic skies, something the East Coast recently experienced as well. The weirdness of that experience was what got this song started and as I was writing the first verse the phrase "the last words that I heard from your lips'' was just one of those things that seems to come out of nowhere, but immediately feels right and tells you were the song needs to go, with an implicit question that needs to be answered before it's over," says E.G. Phillips.

"Although it leads with a slyly and subversively distorted guitar, with its soulful B3 organ, lushly stacked horns, and a seering tenor sax solo that really “digs in", this track feels like a throwback to the big band era. No points will be awarded for guessing the 1960s sitcom from which I cribbed the chords for the chorus."

Call this jazz-infused progressive folk or jazzy confessionals - call it what you will, but there are certain flavours here that can's be mistaken for anyone else, influenced by Duke Ellington and the jazz greats as much as Bob Dylan and even The Kinks with a touch of satirist Tom Lehrer in the mix.

Produced by Chris McGrew, the forthcoming EP was recorded in Studio C of Hyde Street Studios in San Francisco (AKA Wally’s HydeOut). In this very room of the former Wally Heider Studios, numerous legendary artists (Herbie Hancock, Santana, Grateful Dead, Green Day, Dead Kennedys) recorded some of their most legendary sides.

As of July 14, 'It Ain't Good to Be in Love With You' will be available across fine music platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp, where Phillips' back catalogue can also be explored. On August 6, Phillips will perform at Bazaar Cafe in San Francisco to celebrate this release

CREDITS
E.G. Phillips — vocals
Christopher Fortier — guitars, electric bass
Kevin Seal — keys
Chris McGrew — percussion
Ethan Levitt — tenor sax
Recorded at Wally's HydeOut in Hyde Street Studio C, San Francisco
Recorded by Gary Hobish
Produced by Chris McGrew
Mixed by Chris McGrew and Jaimeson Durr
Mastered by Gary Hobish, A. Hammer Mastering
Artwork by Mario M. Noche
All songs written by E.G. Phillips (ASCAP)
© 2023 Ducks With Pants Music

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CAVALERA Bestial Devastation & Morbid Visions Reissues Out Now + Release Animated Video For 'Troops Of Doom'

July 16, 2023

Metal legends CAVALERA released the re-recorded versions of SEPULTURA's first EP Bestial Devastation and their first full-length album Morbid Visions via Nuclear Blast Records.

Today also marks the release of the band's animated video for their commanding single, 'Troops Of Doom' off Morbid Visions.

Max Cavalera states, "I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the creation of SEPULTURA with my brother Iggor than to have these re-recordings be released in the 40th anniversary year, 2023!!!"

Iggor Cavalera comments, "Sonically and visually, I am 100% proud of what we’ve achieved to bring the true essence of Bestial devastation and Morbid visions to everyone. It was a matter of honor to make sure these two records sound as powerful as possible to our devoted fans and ourselves."

Watch the animated video created by Ben Clarkson for 'Troops Of Doom' below.

Next month, CAVALERA will head on a 40-date trek across the United States on the 'Morbid Devastation' Tour! with EXHUMED and INCITE. Accompanying the brothers on stage will be Igor Amadeus Cavalera (HEALING MAGIC, GO AHEAD AND DIE) fulfilling bass duties and Travis Stone (PIG DESTROYER, DESOLUS) will be supplying lead guitars.

Purchase tickets here: https://www.cavaleraconspiracy.net/tour

Confirmed dates for the CAVALERA tour are as follows:
08.29. US Albuquerque, NM - Revel
08.31. US Oklahoma City, OK - Diamond Ballroom
09.01. US Dallas, TX - Granada Theater
09.02. US New Orleans, LA - House of Blues
09.03. US Birmingham, AL - Saturn
09.05. US Covington, KY - Madison Theatre
09.06. US Knoxville, TN - The Concourse
09.07. US Danville, VA - Blue Ridge Rock Fest
09.08. US Columbus, OH - The KING of CLUBS
09.09. US Cave-In-Rock, IL - Full Terror Open Air
09.10. US St. Louis, MO - Delmar Hall
09.12. US Grand Junction, CO - Mesa Theater
09.14. US Tucson, AZ - Rialto Theatre
09.15. US Tempe, AZ - The Marquee
09.16. US Santa Ana, CA - The Observatory
09.18. US   El Paso, TX - RockHouse Bar & Grill
09.19. US   San Antonio, TX - Aztec Theatre
09.20. US   Houston, TX - House of Blues
09.21. US   Pensacola, FL - Vinyl Music Hall
09.22. US   Orlando, FL - Beacham Theater
09.23. US Atlanta, GA - Terminal West
09.25. US Baltimore, MD - Baltimore Soundstage
09.26. US Sayreville, NJ - Starland Ballroom
09.27. US New York, NY - Irving Plaza
09.28. US Boston, MA - Paradise Rock Club
09.29. US Reading, PA - Reverb
09.30. US Pittsburgh, PA - Mr. Smalls Theatre
10.01. US Milwaukee, WI - Turner Hall Ballroom
10.02. US Minneapolis, MN - Fine Line
10.05. US Des Moines, IA - Wooly's
10.06. US   Omaha, NE - Waiting Room
10.07. US   Denver, CO - Oriental Theater
10.08. US   Salt Lake City, UT - The Complex
10.10. US   Seattle, WA - The Crocodile
10.11. US   Boise, ID - Treefort Music Hall
10.12. US   Portland, OR - Crystal Ballroom
10.14. US   Sacramento, CA - Ace of Spades
10.15. US   San Francisco, CA - Great American Music Hall
10.17. US   Las Vegas, NV - House of Blues
10.18. US   Los Angeles, CA - The Wiltern

Morbid Visions and Bestial Devastation were re-recorded at The Platinum Underground. The albums were produced by Max Cavalera and Iggor Cavalera while John Aquilino handled the engineering. Arthur Rizk was responsible for the mixing and mastering of both albums. CAVALERA enlisted Eliran Kantor to create the artwork for both albums.

Max Cavalera comments, “As we get harder year after year, sometimes you’ve got to go back to where it all started! We re-recorded Bestial Devastation and Morbid Visions with the amazing sound of NOW, but with its raw and timeless spirit. The artwork reflects the times we’re living in right now…. Apocalyptic as hell! We also have two new tracks with riffs from those days, remembered by heart.”

Order Morbid Visions here:
https://cavalera.bfan.link/morbid-visions

Order Bestial Devastation here:
https://cavalera.bfan.link/bestial-devastation

Morbid Visions is available digitally and in the following formats:

CD Jewel
Cassettes
- Red (Limited to 300)
- Black
Vinyl
- Red, Black, White Splatter
- Red, Black Corona
- Red/Black Split Vinyl

Bestial Devastation is available digitally and in the following formats:

CD Jewel
Cassettes
- Orange (Limited to 300)
- Black
Vinyl
- Orange Swirl
- White, Black Corona
- Orange/Black Split Vinyl

CYHRA Release Third Single, "IF I"

July 16, 2023

With only a month left until the release of CYHRA's new album “The Vertigo Trigger,” the Swedes today deliver the album's third single “IF I.” The melodic metallers, based around singer Jake E (ex-AMARANTHE) and guitarists Jesper Strömblad (THE HALO EFFECT/ex-IN FLAMES) and Euge Valovirta (ex-SHINING), offer a track brimming with tuneful heaviness, ear-worm riffs, and a striking chorus. The track especially salutes the Gothenburg metal scene, meaning that “IF I” provides all the elements to make a perfect CYHRA song.

Along with the release of the new single, the Swedes also present an accompanying new visualizer video, which can be witnessed below.

Stream “IF I” here: https://cyhra.bfan.link/ifisg

Vocalist Jake E comments:
"'IF I' is a song that includes all the influences we all grew up with from the Gothenburg metal scene. Great melodies with a sing along chorus. The video is directed by ourselves with material captured by band and crew during our 9-show tour in Japan this past January."

Drummer Alex Landenburg adds:
"It’s probably our heaviest track so far and I just can’t get enough of that riff! Pure Gothenburg metal!"

Guitarist Euge Valovirta about the new song:
”I intentionally wrote the song for one of my YouTube-videos and people really liked it and were asking where they could buy it. I sent it to Jake, and even he loved it instantly. He tweaked the verse and chorus a bit to make it a bit more of a Cyhra tune and it turned out fantastic. It’s kind of an old school Gothenburg style - melodic metal song and the title is a bit of a word play about a certain band that was one of the inspirations for the song. It starts with amazing drum fill by Alex and after that the cows are out from the barn and running wild. Hell yeah!”

Marcus Sunesson adds:
”'IF I' is one of the faster, up-tempo songs on the new album. Cyhra’s way of paying homage to the Gothenburg scene with all the glorious melodies and riffs. A real banger and a fun song to play!"

Jesper Strömblad comments as well:
"This tune is the fastest track we ever wrote. It’s so much fun to play, we can’t wait to share it with you on stage. See you in the pit!"

Pre-order or pre-save the new album “The Vertigo Trigger” here:
https://cyhra.bfan.link/tvtglp

Recorded in the summer/autumn of 2022, “The Vertigo Trigger” is the band's darkest album to date. The album was entirely self-produced and mixed by guitarist Euge Valovirta, whilst the mastering was handled by long-term producer Jacob Hansen. This new album offers fans the classic CYHRA sound, full of the band's trademarks, but fresh and refined. The Swedes have modernised their song writing meaning that no CYHRA fan will be disappointed, making “The Vertigo Trigger” a more than worthy successor to their first two albums.

And although guitarist Jesper Strömblad isn’t a part of CYHRA's live shows currently, he was deeply involved in the writing and recording process of the album. Therefore, the band can hardly wait for his return as soon as he is ready again.

CYHRA is:
Jake E – lead vocals
Euge Valovirta – lead guitar (and bass)
Alex Landenburg – drums
Marcus Sunesson – guitars
Jesper Strömblad – guitars (and bass)

Follow CYHRA:

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https://www.youtube.com/cyhraofficial

Metalcore Band Preacher Release New Single "FORCE-FED" to all major platforms! New EP 'BLUR' Drops July 14th!

July 16, 2023

Metalcore band Preacher released their new single "FORCE-FED" to all major platforms on June 30th. The single is from their new EP, Blur that released today, July 14, 2023.

"For fans of Architect, this one's for you!" says Nate Garrison, the band's vocalist.

Stream Blur HERE

Preacher is a metalcore band from Reno, Nevada. In a short 5 years, 3 EPs and 5 singles later, they have managed to tour from coast to coast all on their own. The largest show of these tours included their festival debut at Blue Ridge Rock Fest 2022, one of the largest rock festivals in the United States. Preacher has never been afraid to dive into new genres and explore every avenue of what they can achieve. Their entire discography thus far including their 2022 EP Dream Statewas entirely self-produced, which showcases exactly why they are a force to be reckoned with in the metalcore genre.

Preacher has shared the stage with:

• A Skylit Drive • Attack Attack! • As I Lay Dying • Attila • Bleeding Through • Chelsea Grin • Comeback Kid • Counterparts • Darkest Hour • He Is Legend • Kingdom Of Giants • Kublai Khan TX • Norma Jean • Slaughter to Prevail • Suicide Silence • Texas In July • The Acacia Strain • The Black Dahlia Murder • Stick To Your Guns • And More…

Preacher are:

Nathaniel Garrison - Vocals

Stan Neill - Guitar/Vocals/Bass

Christopher Yancey - Guitar

Alan Terry - Drums

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Voyager's new album 'Fearless in Love' out now

July 16, 2023

You've probably noticed, but VOYAGER are on quite a ride. The band started this year with a Top Ten finish at this year's Eurovision Song Contest, thanks to their keytar-charged power ballad "Promise". Back home, they were treated to a hero's welcome with a sold-out summer tour of Australia. Earlier this week, they released "Ultraviolet", which highlighted a darker, more introspective side to to their electro progressive metal.

Now, Voyager are capping off a surreal first half to 2023 with the highly-anticipated 'Fearless in Love'. It's the band's eighth studio album. Daniel "Danny" Estrin (vocals/keyboards), Simone Dow (guitars), Scott Kay (guitars), Alex Canion (bass) and Ashley Doodkorte (drums) have been making music together for more than a decade. And while they've evolved with each release - mixing brightly colored synths, heavy metal riffs, progressively groovier rhythms and clean 'n' sticky vocal melodies into big, sugary, radio rocking hits - clearly, with this album, Voyager are bound for the stars.

Angry Metal Guy said that Voyager are "more colorful than ever" and that 'Fearless in Love' is "the most successful harmonization of their progressive, poppy, metallic sensibilities'. Distorted Sound singled out "Daydream" for its twin solos that are "straight out of Iron Maiden's books of tricks", while Ghost Cult likened "Submarine" to "Duran Duran playing beach volleyball with The Devin Townsend Project".

Voyager are celebrating the release of 'Fearless in Love' with a special full album playlist. Listen to that playlist HERE and please share it with your followers.

Here's what Voyager have to say about the journey of 'Fearless in Love': "After many years of writing, demoing, isolating, perfecting and recording, we are proud to present our 8th album in full, Fearless in Love. We are so proud of this album. It comes at a transformational time in our lives, and the music reflects that feeling perfectly. We have so many people to thank throughout the last four or so years for what we now.

Thank you to Matt Templeman and Simon Struthers for the immaculate mix and master respectively.

Thank you to Lulu, John and Anahita, for their tireless work to make this release a success.

Thank you Ashley for the amazing artwork.

Thank you to Michael and Season of Mist, and to everyone who forms a part of our immediate and wider team (there are too many to add but you know who you are!).

And last but not least, thank you for everyone who has or will listen to Fearless in Love, either now or in years to come. We love making music for you, and for us, and we hope you enjoy this new 45 minute journey as much as we enjoyed making it."

Stream the album HERE and order it HERE.

As much as you can rely on the Earth’s elliptical orbit, you can depend on Voyager to consistently evolve. The band’s interplanetary balance of virtuosic pyrotechnics and sky scraping radio-ready hooks morphs at the speed of sound from one era to the next. In bursts of bright light, luminous keys, neon guitar wizardry, and stratosphere-shaking rhythms, they elevate hard rock to another realm. The group blast off on a signature hybrid of prog, rock, and metal possibly best described as the musical equivalent of Guardians of the Galaxy.

After piling up millions of streams, earning acclaim from the likes of The Guardian, and wowing the globe on the Eurovision Song Contest, the Perth, Australia quintet—Danny Estrin [vocals], Simone Dow [guitar], Scott Kay [guitar], Alex Canion [bass], and Ashley Doodkorte [drums]—take flight like never before on their forthcoming eighth full-length LP, Fearless In Love [Season of Mist].

“It’s progressive in the sense we’re always trying to reinvent and refresh ourselves as musicians,” notes Danny. “I want to develop musically from where we left off. We made sure Fearless In Love was melodic with some sugary hooks, but we also stayed true to our sound and delivered a few more guitar solos. It could appeal to fans of complex music as well as anybody who might want a straight-up banger. It’s a melting pot of the genres that define us distilled into the unique Voyager sound.”

This cohort of dynamic talents and personalities initially crash-landed stateside for a now-renowned performance at the 2011 ProgPower USA Festival in Atlanta, GA. Since then, they’ve unleashed a string of fan favourite albums—V [2014], Ghost Mile [2017], and Colours in the Sun [2019]—in addition to sharing stages with the likes Deftones, Leprous, Devin Townsend, Opeth, and Poppy to name a few. Australia notably handpicked Voyager as its entrant into the global Eurovision Song Contest 2023 with “Promise.” The Guardian hailed the buzzing single as “a pop number that bends the genre with trademark riffs, climactic guitars and keytar solos,” and it crashed the Top 3 of the Australian Independent Label Singles Chart. They even appeared on TODAY Australia to wave the metal flag by teaching daytime TV hosts black metal growls, as plugged by Metal Injection!

Throughout 2022, they crafted what would become Fearless In Love with engineer, mixer, and coproducer Matt Templeman. This time around, the musicians recorded live, unlocking a new energy altogether.

“Normally, we write and record our parts individually, but the whole band decided to go old school and do everything together this time,” he goes on. “This line-up has been together for twelve years, and we gel so well. It’s cool because we can play off each other like a live show with funky bass, groovy guitars, and creative drum patterns. It translates to the album.” On the single “Prince of Fire,” glimmering keys give way to a hard-hitting guitar riff as Danny’s slick vocals seesaw atop a punchy bass line.

“It’s actually one of the heaviest songs we’ve done, yet it’s got this super eighties mentality,” the front man reveals. “Lyrically, it’s about being perceived as the bad guy, even though you’re trying to do your best. You have good intentions, but sometimes you end up being the ‘Prince of Fire on night patrol’. Musically, it sways side-to-side, and then you’re crushed—which is a common theme for us.”

Then, there’s “The Lamenting.” Seventies-style sonics dissolve in a haze of riffs offset by swooning vocals and synths. Distortion drowns out the light in its final moments.

“You’re lamenting past loves and trying to let go and not wallow in those memories,” Danny elaborates. “There’s a bitter end that almost leaves you in the dark without pulling you out. It’s one of the most melancholic and sad songs on the album.”

Meanwhile, “Ultraviolet” layers a hypnotic refrain above chugging guitar as growls pierce the groove before a hummable solo.

“It’s about coping with the speed of modern society,” he states. “I like a fast-paced world, but it can be too much. You almost want to bury your head under your pillow and scream, ‘Slow down’. The expectations we have on each other as humans are just nuts. Sometimes, you need to become ultraviolet, duck under, and go, ‘No more for me, thanks’.”

The finale “Gren (Fearless In Love)” concludes the album with a climactic crescendo pushed even higher by resounding melodies and nimble instrumentation.

“When you’re in love, you have boundless energy and feelings for a person, which makes you almost invincible,” he elaborates. “There’s a huge vulnerability, because you’re not invincible at all. You’re totally susceptible to extreme hurt and letdown. There’s something beautiful about letting yourself go and fully experiencing being fearless though.”

In the end, a similar creative boundlessness drives Voyager.

“When you listen to Fearless In Love, I’d love for you to say, ‘I’ve never heard anything like this before’,” he leaves off. “Secondly, I hope you’re uplifted, intrigued, and emotional. We try take you on a journey through struggle, positivity, negativity, and a society that doesn’t always make sense. Maybe, listening to the record will make you feel better about dealing with this crazy modern world we’re living in.”

Line-up
Danny Estrin - Vocals, Keytar
Simone Dow - Guitars
Alex Canion - Bass
Scott Kay - Guitars
Ash Doodkorte - Drums

Cover artwork:Ashley Doodkorte

Follow Voyager:
http://www.facebook.com/voyageraustralia
https://www.instagram.com/voyagerau
https://www.tiktok.com/voyagerau
http://www.voyagerau.com
https://twitter.com/Voyagerau
https://voyager.bandcamp.com/

Shop: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/VoyagerFiL
Stream/Download: https://orcd.co/fearlessinlove

AWARD-WINNING ENTERTAINER JASON ALDEAN LAUNCHES THE HIGHWAY DESPERADO TOUR 2023

July 16, 2023

Aldean Hits The Road With Openers Mitchell Tenpenny, Corey Kent, & DJ Silver Starting Today In Bethel, NY

“Try That In A Small Town” Music Video Premieres On
Paramount’s Times Square Billboards And Across CMT

With 27 number one singles, 15 billion streams and more than 20 million albums sold, ACM Artist of the Decade Jason Aldean kicks off his highly-anticipated Highway Desperado Tour today at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, NY (7/14) before visiting Hartford, CT (7/15) and Saratoga Springs, NY (7/16) this weekend. Produced by Live Nation, the 39-city headlining tour will also make stops across the U.S. in Atlanta, Charlotte, Phoenix and more before wrapping up in Tampa at MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre on October 28. Mitchell Tenpennyserves as direct support for Aldean, alongside openers Corey Kent and DJ Silver.

Coinciding with the launch of the tour, Aldean additionally world premiered the music video to his current radio single, “Try That In A Small Town,” today via Paramount’s Times Square Billboards and CMT. An exclusive BTS making of the video also premiered with the video today via Youtube, now available here. “Try That In A Small Town” is the latest new music and first radio single off of Aldean’s upcoming 11thstudio album. The 3X ACM Entertainer of the Year winner first surprised fans with new music from the album in May with the release of the fan-appreciation anthem, “Tough Crowd,” ahead of its debut performance at this year’s ACM Awards.

Since making his chart debut in 2005, the Georgia native has earned the most Top 10 songs on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart-more than any other artist- with “songs of small-town living, love and loss have resonated with a loyal fanbase” (Billboard) that have “vaulted him to the pinnacle of Country music success” (Atlanta Journal Constitution). The Grammy-nominated, Multi-Platinum entertainer has to date released 10th career studio albums, including his most recent, the double-album, MACON, GEORGIA, which earned praise from Rolling Stone, Stereogum, The Tennessean, Entertainment Tonight, E! News and more. The album earned Aldean his 27th career-charting #1 single, "Trouble With A Heartbreak,” as well as a Billboard Music Award nomination for “Top Country Song” and awards from ACM, CMT, iHeart, and a GRAMMY nomination for “If I Didn’t Love You” with Carrie Underwood.

For more information on the tour and new music, visit www.JasonAldean.com.

HIGHWAY DESPERADO 2023 TOUR DATES:

Fri Jul 14 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts

Sat Jul 15 – Hartford, CT – Xfinity Theatre

Sun Jul 16 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Performing Arts Center

Thu Jul 20 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center

Fri Jul 21 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center

Fri Jul 28 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium

Sat Jul 29 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center

Fri Aug 04 – Charleston, SC – Credit One Stadium

Sat Aug 05 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre

Sun Aug 06 – Tuscaloosa, AL – Tuscaloosa Amphitheater

Thu Aug 10 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion

Fri Aug 11 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek

Fri Aug 18 –Sioux Falls, SD – Denny Sanford PREMIER Center

Thu Aug 24 – Estero, FL – Hertz Arena

Fri Aug 25 – Jacksonville, FL – VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena

Sat Aug 26 – Orange Beach, AL – The Wharf Amphitheater

Thu Sep 07 – Toronto, ON – Budweiser Stage

Fri Sep 08 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre

Sat Sep 09 – Tinley Park, IL – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

Thu Sep 14 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP

Fri Sep 15 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

Sat Sep 16 –Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center

Thu Sep 21 – Wheatland, CA – Toyota Amphitheatre

Fri Sep 22 – Portland, OR – RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater

Sat Sep 23 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre

Thu Sep 28 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre

Fri Sep 29 – San Bernardino, CA – Glen Helen Amphitheater

Sat Sep 30 – Irvine, CA – FivePoint Amphitheatre

Thu Oct 05 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre

Fri Oct 06 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater

Sat Oct 07 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena

Thu Oct 12 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center

Fri Oct 13 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center

Sat Oct 14 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena

Thu Oct 19 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena

Fri Oct 20 – Louisville, KY – KFC Yum! Center

Sat Oct 21 – Toledo, OH – Huntington Center

Fri Oct 27 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre

Sat Oct 28 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre

About Jason Aldean:

With 27 number one singles, 15 billion streams and more than 20 million albums sold, Grammy-nominated, Multi-Platinum entertainer Jason Aldean is the current reigning ACM Artist of the Decade. Since his 2005 chart debut, the 3 ACM Entertainer of the Year winner has the most Top 10 songs on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart-more than any other artist- with “songs of small-town living, love and loss have resonated with a loyal fanbase” (Billboard) that have “vaulted him to the pinnacle of Country music success” (Atlanta Journal Constitution). He has released 10th studio albums, most recently MACON, GEORGIA, which earned the Georgia-native his 27th career-charting #1 single, "Trouble With A Heartbreak,” as well as a Billboard Music Award nomination for “Top Country Song” and awards from ACM, CMT, iHeart, and a GRAMMY nomination for “If I Didn’t Love You” with Carrie Underwood. He recently debuted new music-- including the track “Tough Crowd” at the 2023 Academy of Country Music Awards, as well his follow-up single at Country Radio, “Try That In A Small Town”--from a forthcoming new project expected later this year. His 39-city 2023 Highway Desperado Tour launched July 14 at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, NY and will be making stops across the U.S. in Atlanta, Charlotte, Phoenix and more before wrapping up in Tampa at MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre on October 28.

TRACK45 EXPLORES HOMETOWNS, HEARTBREAK AND ALL THE THINGS THEY ‘GREW UP ON’ IN NEW EP

July 16, 2023

Rising country music trio Track45 has lived a lifetime of memories together as siblings. On Grew Up On, out today (7.14) via BBR Music Group / Stoney Creek Records, the trio made up of Ben, Jenna and KK Johnson, share the memories etched into their being from their upbringing, exploring young heartbreak, valuable life lessons and more while highlighting their blood harmony “perfection” (MusicRow).

Listen to Grew Up On here: track45.lnk.to/GrewUpOn

“We recorded this collection of songs as we were saying goodbye to many relationships in our lives,” says Track45. “We always want to be honest about the highs and the lows of life and we hope you can hear that in the music. There are some breakup anthems, nostalgic retrospections and some feel good songs mixed in. It’s a journal of us celebrating the experiences and people that have made us who we are and closing the chapter on situations that weren’t right anymore.”

The opening track “Drinkin’ And Thinkin’” finds the band recklessly reminiscing on a lost love, while the title track opens a time capsule of memories from their youth and reflects on the traditions that made the trio who they are today. Track45 showcases its witty tongue-in-cheek songwriting on the breakup anthems “Hate Me” and “Last Man In Tennessee,” the latter of which “packs a punch like a shot of sawdust and whiskey” (American Songwriter). “PCH” is a twangy windows-down ode to a vacation fling, while the final track “Family,” a country version of a song that the siblings originally wrote for David Guetta and featured Bebe Rexha, Ty Dolla $ign and A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, ends with a message of gratitude for bonds that transcend blood.

Grew Up On was produced entirely by Track45, who co-wrote the majority of the songs alongside some of Nashville’s top songwriters including Michael Hardy, Ashley Gorley (Carrie Underwood, Jon Pardi), Jonathan Singleton (Luke Combs, Bonnie Raitt), Taylor Phillips (Jason Aldean, Brantley Gilbert) and more. The EP is a preview of more new music to come in the near future from the trio.

For more information, visit track45.com.

Caskets Share "Believe" Video — WATCH

July 16, 2023

NEW ALBUM REFLECTIONS OUT AUGUST 11 VIA SHARPTONE RECORDS

Yorkshire melodic metallers Caskets, who recently announced their new album Reflections for an August 11 release on SharpTone Records, have released the video for the empowering new single "Believe." Watch the video here.

Speaking of the track, frontman Matt Flood says, "'Believe' is a song about realizing and recognizing your own worth. It's about letting go of the toxicity in your life and making that step forward. Believe in yourself and the choices you're making. Even if the path doesn't seem clear right now, they'll get you where you want to be."

There's an art to looking back.

For Caskets, it could have been easy to plough forwards regardless, riding the wave of success from their breakthrough debut Lost Souls (over 80 million streams to date), that opened tours up across the United States and mainland Europe, and secured appearances at landmark festivals Download and Slam Dunk. But having swapped the bedrooms that fostered album number one for countless hours on the road, reflecting on that journey and the decisions that led them down certain paths quickly became unavoidable.

If Lost Souls was primarily driven by Flood's personal experiences, Reflections delivers a wider picture of Caskets as a whole, borne out of the usual interpersonal differences that all bands face at least once in their career. For some it marks the end; but for others, it fosters a collaborative environment that pushes the music well beyond what has come before.

The result reflects each individual member of Caskets, with Flood joined by guitarists Benji Wilson and Craig Robinson, bassist Chris McIntosh, and drummer James Lazenby. The record has more upbeat moments that carry impactful melodies, upping the ante from Lost Souls with considered force, while the powerful ambient moments play out with real finesse.

In a step away from the singular retellings of Lost Souls, the Dan Weller (Bury Tomorrow, Enter Shikari, Holding Absence)-produced Reflections is a series of individual lessons, looking back at a specific moment in one of the band member's lives; a thought, feeling, or events, and how that moment shaped the present.

"Reflections shows how much more we can get out of the band musically if we all put our heads together a bit more," Flood beams, positive about a record that not only showcases Caskets as a full entity but represents the impressive range of influences that have soundtracked the five piece's times on the road and in the studio, helping to rapidly expand their sound. "It's always about the music, that's the whole point of being in a band," he concludes. "If we can fit as much into our sound but it still sounds like us, that's my lifelong goal with Caskets."

Pre-order Reflections here.

GXTP Share New Banger "Accusation" — LISTEN

July 16, 2023

"The combo of Jason Paul, Sasha Sirota, Triple Sixx and iconic Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee is just fun." — Forbes

"Paul's infectious pop-writing has been whipped into a rock and roll banger for 'Contraband...'" — V Magazine

While the nation fought and scrambled for supplies upon the news of the devastating COVID outbreak in 2020, three artists came together to create. Made up of Jason Paul, Sasha Sirota, and Triple Sixx, GXTP formed to not only provide us with unparalleled writing and musicianship, but to be an almost reflection of society unto itself. GXTP are an abbreviation for what the news and communities placed the most importance on: guns and toilet paper.

Take a listen to their latest single "Accusation" here.

The gripping new single boasts powerful lyrics and an adrenaline-fueled sound. The song takes listeners on an exhilarating journey of redemption and defiance.

After the debut single "Foresight," and then exploding onto the scene with the single "Contraband," which featured one of the world’s most beloved drummers in Mötley Crüe's Tommy Lee, it became clear that GXTP are a band with a cinematic vision, keeping one foot in ironic hilarity and the other firmly planted in conceiving a seriously unique brand of rock and roll. Currently spinning regularly on nearly all active rock stations, "Contraband" continues to climb the radio charts, impressing with the single’s undeniable appeal. Melodies and synthesizers pair masterfully alongside GXTP's scraps of pop and punk, culminating in what can only be described as a full-bodied rock experience.

No stranger to unlocking the combination to perfect song structure, member Jason Paul lends his multi-platinum songwriting mastery to GXTP. Having written and produced some of Justin Bieber's biggest radio hits, including "Despacito (Remix)" and "What Do You Mean?," in addition to co-writing "Caught Up," one of the top singles off of Usher's Confessions LP in 2004, Paul simply has that golden ear. Applying the same rules and quality standards for his own project.

Aptly named, do not be surprised when GXTP take over the conversation.

Elle King's Western Swing + CMA Fest & Gold Certifications

July 15, 2023

With the summer tour season at full throttle, Elle King rides out of Calgary after her stunning show at the Stampede Corral Arena and back into the U.S. for a string of sold-out shows out west.

She’ll work her way back east later this month but not before she takes the stage as co-host and performer on “CMA Fest,” The Music Event of the Summer! The three-hour primetime special was filmed over four days in Nashville at the CMA Music Festival, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The special airs Wednesday, July 19 at 8/7c and ABC and is available the next day on Hulu.

In addition to co-hosting with Dierks Bentley and Lainey Wilson, King performs two songs on the special including her award-winning smash single “Drunk (And I Don’t Want To Go Home)” with Miranda Lambert, as well as joining Wilson and Tanya Tucker for “Texas (When I Die).”

While backstage, King and co-host, duet partner and friend Bentley were surprised with a Certified Gold plaque for their song “Worth A Shot,” which is featured on her critically acclaimed album Come Get Your Wife.

Elle King Tour Dates

7/14       Toppenish, WA – Yakama Legends Casino
7/15       Whitefish, MT – Under The Big Sky Music & Arts Festival
7/16       Emigrant, MT – The Old Saloon
7/18       Jacksonville, OR – Britt Pavilion
7/21       Goddard, KS – The Dam Jam Music Festival
7/27       Solomons, MD – Waterside Music Series
7/28       Charles Town, WV – Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races
7/29       New Haven, KY – Log Still Distillery Amphitheatre at Dant Crossing
7/31       New York, NY – Rockwood Music Hall
8/2         New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall *
8/3         New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall *
8/4         Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center#
8/5         Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheatre #
8/8         Gilford, NH – Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion #
8/11       Dubuque, IA – Q Casino
8/12       Arnolds Park, IA – Okoboji Blue Water Festival
8/17       Bensalem, PA – Parx Casino %
8/18       Mashantucket, CT - Foxwoods Casino %
8/19       Montreal, QB - Lasso Festival
8/23       Put In Bay, OH - Bash On The Bay Country Music Festival
8/25       Owensboro, KY - Riverpark Center
8/26       Gray, TN - Appalachian Fair Grandstand
8/27       Richmond, VA - Iron Blossom Festival
9/2         Salem, OR - Oregon State Fair
9/15       West Fargo, ND - Lights Amphitheater
9/16       Mankato, MN - The River Fall Festival
9/21       Frederick, MD - The Great Frederick Fair
9/23       St. Augustine, FL - Sing Out Loud Fest
9/28       Cincinnati, OH - Riverbend Music Center #
9/29       Indianapolis, IN - Ruoff Music Center #
9/30       Cuyahoga Falls, OH - Blossom Music Center #
10/1       Ashland, KY - FoxFire Music Festival
10/5       Airway Heights, WA - Spokane Live
10/6       Fresno, CA - The Big Fresno Fair
10/7       Monterey, CA - Rebels and Renegades
10/12    Adelaide, SA - AEC Arena +
10/14    Geelong, VIC - Mt. Duneed Estate +
10/16    Melbourne, VIC - Rod Laver Arena +
10/19    Sydney, NSW - Quidos Bank Arena +
10/21    Hunter Valley, NSW – Bimbadgen +
10/22    Mount Cotton, QLD - Sirroment Wines +
10/24    Brisbane, QLD - Entertainment Centre +
10/25    Brisbane, QLD - Entertainment Centre +
10/28    Auckland, NZ - Spark Arena +
10/30    Christchurch, NZ - Wolfbrook Arena +
10/31    Christchurch, NZ - Wolfbrook Arena +
11/12    Key Biscayne, FL - Country Bay Music Festival

* with Tyler Childers
# with Jelly Roll
% with Melissa Etheridge
+ with The Chicks

Bad Omens' Smash-Hit Single "Just Pretend" Certified RIAA Gold

July 15, 2023

Los Angeles-based rock sensation Bad Omens' single "Just Pretend" is officially certified RIAA Gold. The single previously hit #1 at rock radio in March of this year and is on its way into the Top 5 at alternative radio, currently at #6. Taken from the band's phenomenal latest album 'THE DEATH OF PEACE OF MIND' (out via Sumerian Records), the band also recently released the single's official music video which was directed by Erik Rojas (Chase Atlantic, Jessie J, Waterparks) and based on a story written by vocalist Noah Sebastian, which has amassed over 3.4 million views and counting on YouTube. Stream the track at the link here and watch the music video below.

The band also recently unveiled their new comic book series "Concrete Jungle" (via Sumerian Comics). Co-written by Noah Sebastian and Kevin Roditeli ("Freak Show") and illustrated by Nicola Izzo, the four-issue monthly series will be available for purchase in stores beginning September 6. Be sure to keep an eye out for limited edition bundles later in the year and for further information, please click here.

See Bad Omens on their CONCRETE FOREVER fall headlining run with ERRA and I See Stars as support. For tickets, please click here.

CONCRETE FOREVER North American Dates

September 1 - Houston, TX @ Bayou Music Center (Sold Out)

September 2 - Austin, TX @ Stubb's Waller Creek Amphitheater (Sold Out)

September 4 - New Orleans, LA @ Joy Theater (Sold Out)

September 5 - St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live (Sold Out)

September 6 - Orlando, FL @ House of Blues (Sold Out)

September 8 - Atlanta, GA @ Coca-Cola Roxy (Sold Out)

September 9 - Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works (Sold Out)

September 12 - New York, NY @ Terminal 5 (Sold Out)

September 13 - Philadelphia, PA @ Franklin Music Hall (Sold Out)

September 14 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Stage AE (Sold Out)

September 15 - Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore (Sold Out)

September 16 - Boston, MA @ Roadrunner (Sold Out)

September 18 - Montreal, QC @ MTELUS (Sold Out)

September 19 - Toronto, ON @ Rebel (Sold Out)

September 21 - Chicago, IL @ The Salt Shed (Sold Out)

September 24 - Columbus, OH @ KEMBA Live! (Sold Out)

September 26 - Milwaukee, WI @ The Eagles Ballroom (Sold Out)

September 27 - Minneapolis, MN @ Myth Live (Sold Out)

September 29 - Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium (Sold Out)

September 30 - Salt Lake City, UT @ The Union (Sold Out)

October 2 - Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom (Sold Out)

October 3 - Vancouver, BC @ Vogue Theatre (Sold Out)

October 4 - Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo (Sold Out)

October 8 - Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Palladium (Sold Out)

October 9 - Las Vegas, NV @ The Theater at Virgin Hotels

October 10 - Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theatre (Sold Out)

October 11 - Albuquerque, NM @ Revel (Sold Out)

October 13 - Dallas, TX @ The Factory in Deep Ellum (Sold Out)

Fall Festival Dates

September 10 - Alton, VA @ Blue Ridge Rock Festival

September 22 - Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life

October 6 - Sacramento, CA @ Aftershock

Bad Omens slither through boundaries, only to ultimately choke convention in the process. The quartet—Noah Sebastian (vocals), Joakim “Jolly” Karlsson (guitar), Nick Ruffilo (bass), and Nick Folio (drums)—materialize with ghostly atmospherics, striking hooks, and the tingles of sensual high-register harmonies uplifted by cinematic production. Racking up over 250M worldwide streams to date and earning acclaim, the band presents an uncompromising and undeniable vision on their third full-length album, 'THE DEATH OF PEACE OF MIND' (Sumerian Records).

“Making the record changed us as songwriters and musicians. In many ways, I feel like it set me free as an artist because every decision made in the writing process was for myself, with no fear for anyone else’s expectations of what our third album should sound like. Be it our fans or our record label.”

They’ve always wielded this level of magic though…

The group’s 2016 self-titled debut, 'Bad Omens', yielded fan favorites such as “Glass Houses” and “The Worst In Me” which eclipsed 40 million Spotify streams. On its heels, 2019’s 'Finding God Before God Finds Me' spawned “Dethrone” (29.2 million Spotify streams) and “Careful What You Wish For”. Along the way, they toured with numerous marquee acts and received tastemaker praise.

After their first headline tour was canceled mid-way at the top of the global pandemic, the band found themselves at home in Los Angeles with plenty of time. Where they absorbed and imparted a different palette of unexpected inspirations. Channeling what the frontman describes at times as a “cursive sound” they embraced newfound confidence and boundlessly loose creativity. Anything went in the studio, and all “rules” were broken. Noah and Jolly wrote, produced, and engineered the music themselves while GRAMMY® Award-nominated producer and songwriter Zakk Cervini (Halsey, Grimes, Poppy, blink-182) lent his talents with the mix and master. Challenging himself, Noah decided to “make a track sampling items around the house, none of which were musical instruments”.

This ultimately became the framework for the first single “THE DEATH OF PEACE OF MIND”. Claps puncture the icy soundscape as his voice stretches from a breathy moan into an evocative and entrancing hook, breaking from a whisper into the seductive chant, “It wasn’t hard to realize. Love’s the death of peace of mind.” It culminates on a climactic scream uplifted by a distorted crunch.

“The whole record really details the loss of peace of mind,” he explains. “The lyrics in the title track are a little more specific in terms of the conflict at the heart of something more intimate and personal.”

By speaking it aloud, Bad Omens offer a level of comfort and empathy, with a sinister shroud. At the same time, they also give rock music a sexy new shape on 'THE DEATH OF PEACE OF MIND'.

“Sonically, we want to do something you can’t arrive late or early too,” he leaves off. “You can’t cheat your way to the final act. You have to get on the ride and process it until the end. The songs are meant to be heard from start to finish. We want you to take the whole trip with us.”

NONPOINT Drops New Single "A Million Watts" Today Along with Humorous New Video!; On Tour with Mudvayne, Coal Chamber, Gwar and Butcher Babies This Summer!

July 15, 2023

Continuing with the success of their new independent label, 361 Degrees Records, Nonpointreleased their latest track “A Million Watts” today alongside the official music video. The band decided to take a different approach with this video and show the fun, creative, and comical side of the band. The single was produced by Chris Collier, the mind behind Korn’s #1 album on Top Hard Rock Albums on Billboard. Chris has quickly become a force in the industry… Now he is shaking things up with Nonpoint in the studio like never before.

"A Million Watts" is the 3rd single from the forthcoming Heartless EP due out on Nov 17, 2023. The EP will be available digitally and as a limited edition cassette along with a Nonpoint branded cassette player.

WATCH "A Million Watts" (Official Music Video):below

Stream "A Million Watts" here:

https://lnk.to/Nonpoint_AMW

EP Pre-Order and Physical Products:

https://nonpoint.com/collections/a-million-watts

Following the release of “A Million Watts,” Nonpoint will be heading out on tour with Mudvayne, Coal Chamber, Gwar and Butcher Babies This Summer!

Tour Dates:

Headline
Jul 15 - Cumberland MD - Rock The mountains
Jul 18 - Savannah, GA - Victory North

w/Mudvayne, Coal Chamber, GWAR and Butcher Babies
Jul 20 - West Palm Beach, FL - iTHINK Financial Amphitheater
Jul 21 - Tampa, FL - MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheater
Jul 23 - Charlotte, NC - PNC Music Pavilion
Jul 25 - Bristow, VA - Jiffy Lube Live
Jul 26 - Scranton, PA - The Pavilion at Montage Mountain
Jul 28 - Wantagh, NY - Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater
Jul 29 - Camden, NJ - Freedom Mortgage Pavillion
Jul 30 - Mansfield, MA - Xfinity Center
Aug 1 - Syracuse, NY - St. Joseph's Health Amphitheater at Lakeview
Aug 2 - Burgettstown, PA - The Pavilion at Star Lake
Aug 4 - Cuyahoga Falls, OH - Blossom Music Center
Aug 5 - Tinley Park, IL - Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
Aug 6 - Clarkston, MI - Pine Knob Music Theatre
Aug 8 - Noblesville, IN - Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center
Aug 9 - Peoria, IL - Peoria Civic Center
Aug 10- Bonner Springs, KS - Azura Ampitheater
Aug 12 - Dallas, TX - Dos Equis Pavilion
Aug 13 - The Woodlands, TX - The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Aug 15 - Albuquerque, NM - Isleta Amphitheater
Aug 16 - Phoenix, AZ - Talking Stick Resort Amp
Aug 17 - Irvine, CA - FivePoint Amphitheatre
Aug 19 - Concord, CA - Concord Pavillion
Aug 20 - Reno, NV - Grand Theater at the Grand Sierra Resort
Aug-21 - Boise, ID - Knitting Factory (Supporting GWAR headline)
Aug 22 - Auburn, WA - White River Amphitheatre
Aug 23 - Ridgefield, WA - RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheatre
Aug 25 - Salt Lake City, UT - USANA Amphitheatre
Aug 26 - Englewood, CO - Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre

Sept 6 - VA International Raceway - Blue Ridge Rockfest pre-party

Tickets on sale at nonpoint.com

In 2021, Nonpoint's song "Ruthless" reached #16 on Billboard’s Rock Chart, and were featured on the New Metal Tracks and Kickass Metal Playlist on Spotify with over 1.6 million combined subscribers, SiriusXM Octane’s Big Uns Countdown, LA Lloyd top 30, Loudwire Nights and "Ruthless" was the featured track for AEW’s nationally televised event BLOOD AND GUTS on TNT in May. "Ruthless" has reached over 3.5 million streams.

Nonpoint is:
Elias Soriano (Lead Vocals)
Robb Rivera (Drums)
Rasheed Thomas (Guitar /Backing Vocals)
Adam Woloszyn (Bass)
Jason Zeilstra (Lead Guitar)

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