Members of Megadeth, Sepultura, Obituary Partner with SOM

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Season of Mist is partnering with the musicians of SAVAGE LANDS. Through this partnership, we'll bang our heads together to support forests in Costa Rica. This is the first time a record label will be partnering & releasing the music of a non-profit organization.

*Listening to Savage Lands is already donating directly to this forest preservation effort.*

Watch the video for "The Last Howl" below.

After seeing first-hand how deforestation threatens Costa Rica's ecosystem, two angry metalheads started their own non-profit organization.  Named after their joint passion for savage heavy metal and wildlife preservation, SAVAGE LANDS was founded in 2022 by Megadeth drummer Dirk Verbeuren and musician-turned-activist Sylvain Demercastel, who's a Costa Rica resident.

"Hearing the chainsaw on a daily basis, because of a recent real estate fever destroying Costa Rica's ecosystem, we thought it was time to start a new type of action", says Sylvain. "We are reaching out to this great active community of metalheads."

Today, SAVAGE LANDS are debuting their first single. "The Last Howl" features Andres Kisser (Sepultura) and John Tardy (Obituary). 100% of the song's royalties will go toward protecting threatened lands from deforestation.

Listening is already donating directly to the forest preservation effort.

Stream "The Last Howl": https://savagelands.fanlink.to/TheLastHowl

An extra step can always be taken by directly donating to the cause through: https://savagelands.org/donation/

Fittingly, "The Last Howl" is a howling tribute to the howler monkey, an endangered species in Costa Rica. Verbeuren hammers out thunderous fills and pinging cymbals, while Sylvain rains down heavy pangs of distortion.

"The Last Howl" packs added fury thanks to some special guests. Sepultura guitarist Andreas Kisser rips off not one, but two acrobatic solos, and swamp king John Tardy (Obituary) unleashes his inner primate with some ferocious, spit-flinging growls.            

"When Dirk first received the instrumental demo, he immediately had John Tardy in his mind for some vocals." Says Sylvain. "Making the link between the howler monkey's scream and the more melodic chorus of the song.

"Less than 24 hours after reaching out to John through a common friend, we received a YES from Tardy, and knew it was going to be the start of a great adventure."

Artists occasionally support causes through donations to organizations. With SAVAGE LANDS, Megadeth drummer Dirk Verbeuren teamed up with his guitar-wielding friend Sylvain Demercastel to create their own US 501(c)3 non-profit.

SAVAGE LANDS raises money for reforestation & the creation of sanctuaries free of human destruction. Using their own royalties, donations and other fundraising efforts, the organization builds nature sanctuaries, establishes green zones and other land preservation projects. They partner with other non-profits, scientists and forest engineers, as well as Decibel Magazine and Season of Mist.   

Donate: https://savagelands.org/donation/

"If you want to make a difference, take action! Our greatest hope with SAVAGE LANDS is that it will inspire you to join us, and if you can, to start your own initiative to help preserve animals, forests, and our planet", says Dirk.

Learn more about Savage Lands
https://savagelands.org/

Lineup
Dirk Verbeuren (Megadeth) - Drums
Sylvain Demercastel - Guitar
Andreas Kisser (Sepultura) - Guitar
John Tardy (Obituary) - Vocals
Poun (Black Bomb A) - Vocals
Etienne Treton (Black Bomb A) - Bass

Recording
Savage Lands / Adair Daufembach / John Tardy / Andreas Kisser / Steeven Corsini

Production
Savage Lands

Mixing & Mastering
HK - Vamacara Studio

Donate: https://savagelands.org/donation/

BFD Named Global Representative of Judy Garland Estate + Christmas + Duets Releases Out This Month

BFD (BOB FRANK DISTRIBUTION) NAMED GLOBAL REPRESENTATIVE OF ROYAL RAINBOW PRODUCTIONS, TO INCLUDE JUDY GARLAND'S RICH AND HISTORIC AUDIOVISUAL CATALOG

LONG-TERM DEAL TO SEE CURATION + RELEASE OF THE ICONIC SINGER'S CLASSIC ALBUMS, CONCERT SPECIALS, AND ORIGINAL TV SERIES

JUDY GARLAND CHRISTMAS OUT NOW

JUDY GARLAND: CLASSIC DUETS ARRIVES NOVEMBER 24

BFD (Bob Frank Distribution), headed by the 2022 Billboard Indie Power Player Bob Frank, has been named the global representative of Royal Rainbow Productions, handling the curation and release of the iconic Judy Garland's musical catalog in a long-term deal, along with global distribution partner The Orchard.

"We are honored to represent this historic catalog of Judy Garland's audio and video masters. There is so much material to work with that has not been seen or heard in decades," adds Frank.

BFD will be releasing a host of titles in the future, kicking things off with Judy Garland Christmas, which is available here — and landed just in time for the festive holiday season. Meanwhile, Judy Garland: Classic Duets album arrives on November 24 and is available here on CD and limited, numbered vinyl. It features the audio recordings of songs performed on The Judy Garland Show from 1963 to 1964.

In 2024, more of Garland's legendary musical repertoire will be available — to the delight of her extended generations of fans.

In her lifetime, Garland never made an actual or proper "Christmas album." Her few holiday performances on film and radio, plus a special episode from her TV series, are all that we have. Judy Garland Christmas is taken from The Judy Garland Show, Episode #15, also known as "The Christmas Show," which was taped on December 6, 1963, and aired on December 22, 1963. It is said to be Judy's favorite episode from her 1963-1964 musical variety show on CBS and it's obvious as to why — her young children, Liza Minnelli, and Lorna and Joey Luft, served as her very special guests.

Several songs from Broadway shows ("Steam Heat" from Consider Yourself; "Where Is Love?" from Oliver!; and "Wouldn't It Be Loverly?") are also included, alongside traditional Christmas favorites. Guest Jack Jones sings a beautiful ballad titled "Lollipops and Roses."

Garland is at her most magical when she sings an emotionally charged version of "Little Drops of Rain," a song from the animated film Gay Purree, for which she provided the voice of the cat Mewsette.

Garland opens with "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" from her classic 1944 film Meet Me In St. Louis. She was asked to close the show with another of her signature songs "Over the Rainbow."

Judy Garland: Classic Duets is a collection of archival performances from the 1960's CBS television series. The program features the stars of the day including Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Barbra Streisand, Tony Bennett, Liza Minelli. and many more. 

ABOUT BFD:
Bob Frank Distribution (BFD) was formed in 2012 as a boutique independent music distributor with a global sub-distribution arrangement with The Orchard. BFD currently represents over fifty labels and artists with thousands of masters including earMUSIC, MPS, Charly, Absolute, Righteous Babe, Astor Place Recordings, Cleveland International Records, Peak Records, SGM Records, Woodward Avenue Records, The Atlantic Screen Group (Filmtrax), REMT, Bad Dog/PRA Records, UFO, as well as artist owned labels and catalogs including Charlie Daniels’ Blue Hat Records, Crystal Gayle, Dale Watson, Dave Davies, Anthony Gomes, and many others. 2023 will be BFD’s biggest year yet, with new releases from Alice Cooper, Duff McKagan, Kool & The Gang, The Isley Brothers, Colbie Caillat, and Extreme, as well as the first releases from the Judy Garland catalog via her estate. Visit www.bobfrankent.com for more information.

VUKOVI Share "MERCY KILL" Video

Just announced for Download Festival (UK) and for Welcome To Rockville (USA) 2024, the bands US live debut

"DELIVER MY SOUL FROM THE WICKED WITH YOUR SWORD"

VUKOVI have today released a huge new single titled "MERCY KILL," with a brilliant video directed by vocalist Janine Shilstone and Zac Pinchin. The single was given its world premiere last night on the Radio 1 Rock Show with Daniel P Carter, and you can listen back to the whole show HERE.

"I wanted to depict the devotion towards addiction, whether it be towards a substance or another human," says Janine. "You know it's dangerous but find yourself submitting to the high again and again."

The band recently announced that it has signed to SharpTone Records and released the single + video '"CREEP HEAT," which had its first play on BBC Radio 1's Introducing Rock with Alyx Holcombe and was the band's first new music since the release of their album NULA in October last year. 

After a busy summer of playing festivals such as Slam Dunk, Full Force Fest (Germany), and Resurrection Fest (Spain), VUKOVI will support Babymetal on their upcoming UK tour this November.

ABOUT VUKOVI:
VUKOVI — which means "wolves" in Serbian — hail from the West Coast of Scotland. Following on from their first two full-length albums (Vukovi in 2017, and Fall Better in January 2020), the band released its third full-length NULA in October 2022, followed by the biggest ever headline tour. The band has built up a very dedicated fanbase through extensive touring in the UK and Europe over the past couple of years, playing slots at the likes of Download Pilot Festival, TITP, TRNSMT, Slam Dunk, Reading and Leeds Festival, 2000 Trees, and The Kerrang! Tour, along with supports for PVRIS, ENTER SHIKARI and One Ok Rock. Around the release of NULA, they also performed a live Radio 1 session for Jack Saunders, had a Radio 1 Clara Amfo "Hottest Record" with "I EXIST" and over 60+ Radio 1 plays of the singles released from the record.

PHOTO CREDIT: Cameron Brisbane

Indie Pop-Rock Artist, Harley Luck Unveils Emotion-Packed EP, Cloud Cover

Emerging indie pop-rock artist, Harley Luck, has released his EP, Cloud Cover, today. This musical journey is a poignant exploration of teenage romance and heartbreak, capturing the essence of coming of age and the universal experiences that resonate with most teenagers. Written and produced

by Harley Luck, Cloud Cover offers a unique blend of youthful energy within its lyrics and themes, artfully juxtaposed with mature instrumentation and production.

The title "Cloud Cover" comes from a metaphor that helped Harley Luck verbalize his past experiences. He states; “Growing up, I always heard people say “I wish I could lay in the clouds.” With such a soft appearance, they look like the perfect place to take a nap. While they look fluffy and comfortable, their looks are misleading and if you were to try to lay in the clouds, you would fall through. This idea of wanting something that you know you can’t have is a metaphor for my experiences. There was a girl that I liked and I knew I couldn’t be with because we were friends and I doubted that she felt the same way. Even though I understood the reality of it, I still became infatuated with the idea of it all. This EP is me verbalizing my emotions while going through this rollercoaster of coping with reality.”

The EP's tracklist is a carefully crafted narrative that mirrors the stages of infatuation and heartache. It kicks off with the energetic and infectious "Stay," representing the initial infatuation, expressing the desire for someone to stay in your life. "Alive" follows, delving deeper into the blossoming emotions, as real memories and connections begin to form, making the experience feel tangible and euphoric. The EP takes a pivotal turn with "Cut Off," reflecting the moment when ambiguity and mixed signals begin to cast doubts on the feasibility of being with the person you like. This marks the point where infatuation starts to shift into something seemingly unattainable. In the track "Cupid," the narrative reaches its climax. It's the moment when reality strikes, and the painful revelation emerges that feelings are not reciprocated. The metaphor of falling through the once-desired clouds takes center stage, portraying the loss of innocence and the return to stark reality.

Closing the EP, "Cloud," the focus track, carries a reflective and almost cinematic quality. It serves as the soundtrack for introspection and looking back at the journey, akin to a movie's pivotal scene where the protagonist reflects on the plot. Whether it's taking nighttime walks under the stars, gazing at the clouds, or simply craving the initial infatuation, this song encapsulates it all. Harley Luck's distinctive indie pop-rock sound, driven by evocative guitar arrangements, captures the raw emotions of each track. Influenced by a diverse range of artists like Harry Styles, Dominic Fike, Niall Horan, Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, The Maine, Five Seconds of Summer, Lauv, Jeremy Zucker, and more, the EP offers a unique sonic experience that resonates with a wide audience. Harley Luck penned Cloud Cover on a quiet night in an apartment just outside of New York City, with trains passing by and the distant city lights providing an inspiring backdrop. The EP is an introspective and emotionally charged masterpiece that offers an insightful reflection on teenage love and its complexities.

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Harley Luck's musical odyssey began in his bedroom, offering solace for his anxiety. Using music as his therapy, he merged beats and poetry, forging a love for storytelling through song. His ability to convey emotions, even those inexperienced, grants him creative freedom, while his diverse musical palate shapes songs that stand apart. After years of musical exploration, Harley is poised to unveil his latest project, underlining his unwavering commitment to authenticity and growth. Influenced by Harry Styles' bold self-expression and inspired by brands like Converse that champion individuality, Harley envisions a community around his music that radiates self-acceptance. Rooted in rock but open to exploration, his music draws from a blend of influences, evolving from charming youthful compositions to descriptive narratives exploring a wide spectrum of emotions and experiences. Harley Luck's music is not just an artistic journey but a personal one, an exploration of identity, and an embrace of change in the pursuit of self-discovery.

Whiskey Myers Announce 2024 Tour Dates

Tickets On Sale This Friday, Nov. 17 at 10am Local Time at WhiskeyMyers.com
 
2024 Wiggy Thump Festival Lineup Revealed;
Tickets for April 20 Available Now

Multi-Platinum band Whiskey Myers announces new tour dates for 2024, kicking off March 8 in Bossier City, La. Following sold-out dates across the U.S. this year, the genre-bending band will be joined by The Red Clay Strays, Lukas Nelson + POTR and Reid Haughton on select dates. Tickets will go on sale this Friday, Nov. 17 at 10am local time at WhiskeyMyers.com.

Last week, the band announced the lineup for their sixth annual Wiggy Thump Festival in Palestine, Texas, featuring Jason Boland & The Stragglers, Brent Cobb and Joey Greer on April 20, 2024. Tickets are available HERE.
 
Whiskey Myers will wrap up 2023 with the Whiskey Myers & Friends, their first full-band acoustic tour with special guests Adam Hood, Aaron Raitiere and Cobb. Embarking Dec. 1 in Birmingham, Ala., the tour already boasts three sold-out shows, including two dates at Pelham, Tenn.’s The Caverns, with the Dec. 2 performance available to stream live via VEEPS. Tickets for Whiskey Myers Live From The Caverns are available HERE.
 
Whiskey Myers unveiled their creation of Uncle Chicken’s Sippin’ Whiskey this summer, one of their passion projects that’s enabled them to connect further with fans among their own coffee line and unique, collectible art created for each show and album. Breaking free from conventions, Uncle Chicken’s transcends boundaries and speaks to the soul of its diverse fan base, offering a remarkable libation that defies categorization. Uncle Chicken’s Sippin’ Whiskey is a Straight Bourbon Whiskey shrouded in mystery and infused with the untamed spirit of a legendary figure within the Whiskey Myers universe. 
 
To find out more about Whiskey Myers, visit whiskeymyers.com and follow on social media @WhiskeyMyers.

Whiskey Myers 2024 Tour Dates
 
March 8           Brookshire Grocery Arena#^             Bossier, LA
March 9           Mississippi Coast Coliseum#^            Biloxi, MS
April 6             Grind City Music Festival 2024         Memphis, TN
April 12           Cattle Country Fest                            Gonzales, TX
April 20           Wiggy Thump 2024                            Palestine, TX
May 3              Simmons Bank Arena+^                    Little Rock, AR
May 4              Hartman Arena+^                               Park City, KS
May 5              Alliant Energy Powerhouse+^            Cedar Rapids, IA
May 7              Denny Sanford Center+^                    Sioux Falls, SD
May 9              Armory^                                             Minneapolis, MN
May 10            Peoria Civic Center+^                        Peoria, IL
May 11            The Walmart AMP+^                         Rogers, AR
 
+ With Lukas Nelson + POTR
# With Red Clay Strays
^ Reid Haughton
 
Whiskey Myers & Friends Tour Dates
 
Dec. 1              Alabama Theatre                                Birmingham, AL
Dec. 2              The Caverns                                        Pelham, TN
Dec. 3              The Caverns                                        Pelham, TN
Dec. 6              Akron Civic Theatre                           Akron, OH
Dec. 7              The Louisville Palace                         Louisville, KY
Dec. 8              Embassy Theatre                                Fort Wayne, IN
Dec. 9              Coronado Performing Arts Center      Rockford, IL
 
About Whiskey Myers
Genre-bending band Whiskey Myers have played more than 2,500 live shows to ever-increasing crowd sizes since their emergence in 2007. In addition to headlining their own sold-out shows from coast to coast at iconic venues such as Red Rocks Amphitheatre and Ryman Auditorium, plus performing at marquee festivals Bonnaroo, Stagecoach, Download and more, the six-piece was also personally selected to open The Rolling Stones’ Chicago stadium show in 2019. Their latest self-produced album, Tornillo, available everywhere now via the band’s own Wiggy Thump Records, features the No. 17 most-played Americana song of 2022, “John Wayne,” and follows their fifth studio album, Whiskey Myers, which debuted at No. 1 on both the Country and Americana/Folk sales charts, at No. 2 on the Rock chart and No. 6 on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart (No. 3 among new releases). In total, Whiskey Myers have sold more than 1.6 million albums and amassed over 2.3 billion streams while earning six RIAA Gold & Platinum certifications as an independent band. Known for their high-energy live show and unique sound, the band praised by Esquire as “the real damn deal” has also earned sync success with features (and an on-screen appearance) in Paramount’s hit show “Yellowstone” as well as Netflix series “What/If,” Angelina Jolie film “Those Who Wish Me Dead” and CBS series “SEAL Team,” among several others. USA Today describes their sound as “a riff-heavy blend of Southern rock and gritty country that has earned comparisons to the Allman Brothers Band and Led Zeppelin,” with Rolling Stone noting “it’s the seminal combination of twang and crunchy rock & roll guitars that hits a perfect sweet spot.” For more information, visit www.whiskeymyers.com and follow on social media @WhiskeyMyers.

Craig Morgan and Trace Adkins to perform “That Ain’t Gonna Be Me” on “Fox & Friends” PLUS Morgan will sing the national anthem to kick off the 2023 Fox Nation Patriot Awards

Country music hit-maker, author and patriot Craig Morgan will be joined by fellow Grand Ole Opry member and multi-platinum entertainer Trace Adkins to perform “That Ain’t Gonna Be Me” on Fox & Friends this Thursday, November 16. The collaboration can be found on Morgan’s recently released Enlisted EP. That same evening, Morgan, who is currently an Army Reserve soldier, will have the honor of singing the national anthem as part of Fox Nation’s Patriot Awards, celebrating American patriotism by honoring everyday heroes across the country who have shown dedication to our nation and the values we hold dear.  The show airs live on Fox Nation starting at 7:00 pm central.

The televised performances come on the heels of Morgan and multi-genre hit-maker, CMA New Artist of the Year winner and Grammy Best New Artist nominee, Jelly Roll, performing their collaboration, “Almost Home,” on “The Kelly Clarkson Show” last week during a special Veterans Day show. Watch the dynamic and emotional performance HERE.

In late July of this year, Morgan answered the call from the Army Reserve on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry and re-enlisted. Morgan previously served with the Army’s 101st and 82nd Airborne Divisions and was making a commitment to attain 20 years of service.

Just as the Army has called on Morgan, the Tennessee native has recruited some of his talented friends to contribute to his latest project, available now. Appropriately titled Enlisted (Broken Bow Records), the six-track release offers new takes on four of his biggest hits along with two new tracks and includes appearances by an all-star group of performers including Trace Adkins, Luke Combs, Gary LeVox, Jelly Roll, Blake Shelton, and Lainey Wilson. 

Listen now at craigmorgan.lnk.to/Enlisted

Photo credit: (c) Grand Ole Opry, Photos by Chris Hollo

Morgan just wrapped his headlining “God, Family, Country Tour 2023,” in partnership with Operation Finally Home. The tour and his recent record follow last fall’s release of his personal memoir — God, Family, Country, which he wrote with Jim DeFelice, #1 New York Times bestselling co-author of American Sniper. The book chronicles Morgan’s road to success, from his humble childhood in Tennessee to his years as an elite military operative to his country music stardom. Country music fans and thrill seekers alike will love this intimate look at his remarkable life. Learn more HERE.

Morgan previously served seventeen years in the Army and Army Reserve with the 101st and 82nd Airborne Divisions as an E-6 Staff Sergeant and Fire Support Specialist and including Airborne, Air Assault Jumpmaster and Rappel Master among his certifications. He is now returning to serve his country in a new way – as a soldier in the Army Reserve. The newly sworn in Staff Sergeant and Warrant Officer candidate will continue touring and releasing new music in his civilian career while simultaneously serving our country in the Army Reserve.

ABOUT CRAIG MORGAN:

A multi-faceted entertainer, Craig Morgan has made a name for himself as a country music icon, TV personality, author, celebrated outdoorsman and patriotic Army veteran. One of country music's best-loved artists, Morgan has amassed more than 1.5 billion career streams and charted over 25 songs on Billboard, thrilling massive crowds with signature hits including “Bonfire,” “Almost Home,” “Redneck Yacht Club,” “International Harvester,” “This Ole Boy,” “Soldier,” “That's What I Love About Sunday” and his faith-filled tribute to his son Jerry, “The Father, My Son and The Holy Ghost.” Craig just released his newest project Enlisted, a six-song collection of reimagined hits and brand-new songs featuring collaborations with Trace Adkins, Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Gary LeVox, Blake Shelton, and Lainey Wilson.

Craig received one of country music's highest honors when he was inducted as a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Prior to becoming a country music star and TV sensation, Morgan served seventeen years serving our country in the Army and Army Reserve and in 2023 enlisted in the Army Reserve, continuing his military career. Morgan remains an avid supporter of America's military personnel and has made more than sixteen overseas trips to perform for our troops. He is a member of the U.S. Field Artillery Hall of Fame and recipient of the USO Merit Award. In 2018 was awarded the Army’s Outstanding Civilian Service Medal, one of the highest awards the Department of the Army can bestow upon a civilian, in recognition of his significant dedication to our military men and women around the world. He remains committed to supporting active duty and veteran members of our military through work with Operation Finally Home, the USO and more.

Craig just wrapped his popular “God, Family, Country Tour 2023,” in partnership with Operation Finally Home, headlining run, which played thirteen theater and auditorium dates. God, Family, Country, Craig’s gripping new memoir, released last fall in partnership with Blackstone Publishing. He details all aspects from his inspiring life, revealing never-before-heard stories including how he worked alongside the CIA as a soldier in Panama, fought sex traffickers as an undercover agent in Thailand, forged his own path to country music stardom, and lives his life by the deepest values: God, family, country.

KEEP UP WITH CRAIG MORGAN

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ABOUT TRACE ADKINS:
In his storied career in Country music, Trace Adkins has sold over 11 MILLION albums, charted 40 singles on Billboard’s Country Airplay Chart, earned numerous awards, multiple GRAMMY nominations, and garnered over 2 BILLION streams. A Grand Ole Opry member for two decades, the Louisiana native is known for his dynamic baritone, fiery live performance, and notable roles as an actor in film and TV. Since his 1996 breakout debut DREAMIN’ OUT LOUD delivered smashes “Every Light In The House,” which hit Top 5 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart and #1 “This Ain’t (No Thinkin’ Thing),” Adkins has pioneered a mix of classic Country minded traditionalism and adventurous, good-natured showmanship, breaking open new avenues in modern Country through fun-filled hits like “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk” and “Hillbilly Bone” with Blake Shelton. Celebrating the 25th anniversary of his debut with 2021’s release THE WAY I WANNA GO (Verge Records), the 25-song album has been applauded by Billboard as “a creative tour de force that serves up the lyrical and stylistic diversity that would make his hero [Ronnie] Milsap proud,” with Rolling Stone calling it “lighthearted club-ready fun…,” and PEOPLE praising it as “packed to the hilt with hits.” From profound traditional balladry to clever-Country party anthems, the Mickey Jack Cones and Derek George produced project features special guests Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Melissa Etheridge, Pitbull, Snoop Dogg, Stevie Wonder on harmonica and more. Adkins is currently out on his headline SOMEWHERE IN AMERICA 2023 TOUR, with shows spanning coast to coast throughout the year.

Ashley McBryde Adds 30+ Dates to The Devil I Know Tour Presented by Ariat

Second Leg Kicks Off February 22 in Charleston, South Carolina
 
TRYBE Presale Begins Tomorrow, November 14 +
Public On Sale Begins This Friday, November 17 at AshleyMcBryde.com

The Devil I Know Tour Presented by Ariat
* Previously announced
 
Nov. 30           Stage AE^*                                                                             Pittsburgh, PA
Dec. 1              Danforth Music Hall*                                                            Toronto, ON
Dec. 2              The Andrew J Brady Music Center*                                      Cincinnati, OH
Dec. 8              Webster Hall^*                                                                       New York, NY
Dec. 9              Orpheum Theatre^*                                                               Boston, MA
Dec. 10            Keswick Theatre^*                                                                Glenside, PA
Dec. 14            Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences#*                                  Charleston, WV
Dec. 15            The Fillmore Charlotte#*                                                       Charlotte, NC
Dec. 16            Rams Head Live#*                                                                 Baltimore, MD
Jan. 17             O2 Guildhall<=*                                                                    Southampton, UK
Jan. 19             O2 Academy<=*                                                                    Bristol, UK
Jan. 20             Eventim Apollo<=*                                                                London, UK
Jan. 21             O2 Institute<=*                                                                      Birmingham, UK
Jan. 23             Albert Hall<=*                                                                       Manchester, UK
Jan. 24             Barrowlands<=*                                                                     Glasgow, UK
Jan. 25             Barrowlands<=*                                                                     Glasgow, UK
Jan. 27             Waterfront Auditorium<=*                                                     Belfast, NI
Jan. 28             3Olympia Theatre<=*                                                            Dublin, Ireland
Feb. 22            North Charleston Performing Arts Center~                            Charleston, SC
Feb. 23            The Tabernacle~                                                                     Atlanta, GA
Feb. 24            IP Casino Resort Spa – Studio A                                            Biloxi, MS
March 1           Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts#                              Boone, NC
March 2           Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium#                          Chattanooga, TN
March 15         The Van Buren^                                                                      Phoenix, AZ
March 16         Brooklyn Bowl^                                                                     Las Vegas, NV
March 17         The Magnolia^                                                                        El Cajon, CA
March 19         The Theatre at Ace Hotel^                                                      Los Angeles, CA
March 20         The Fillmore^                                                                         San Francisco, CA
March 22         Hult Center for the Performing Arts^                                     Eugene, OR
March 23         Roseland Theater^                                                                  Portland, OR
March 25         The Commodore Ballroom^                                                   Vancouver, BC
March 27         Stephens Performing Arts Center                                           Pocatello, ID
March 28         Ogden Theatre ^                                                                      Denver, CO
April 3             Florida Theatre~                                                                     Jacksonville, FL
April 4             House of Blues Orlando~                                                       Orlando, FL
April 19           Palace Theatre+                                                                      Louisville, KY
April 20           Tennessee Theatre+                                                                Knoxville, TN
April 25           Rialto Square Theatre%                                                          Joliet, IL
April 26           The Factory%                                                                         St. Louis, MO
May 2              House of Blues Houston+                                                       Houston, TX
May 3              Billy Bob’s Texas                                                                   Fort Worth, TX
May 9              Uptown Theater#                                                                    Kansas City, MO
May 10            Choctaw Grand Theater                                                          Durant, OK
May 11            Stiefel Center for the Performing Arts#                                 Salina, KS
May 30            Murat Theatre<                                                                       Indianapolis, IN
May 31            The Fillmore<                                                                         Detroit, MI
June 1              Goodyear Theater<                                                                 Akron, OH
June 13            Paramount Theatre<                                                               Cedar Rapids, IA
June 15            The Astro<                                                                              La Vista, NE
 
Support:
^ Kasey Tyndall
< Harper O’Neill
= Corey Kent
~ Meg McRee
# Will Jones
+ Bella White
% JD Clayton

Grand Ole Opry member Ashley McBryde announces additional dates to The Devil I Know Tour Presented by Ariat, kicking off the second leg Feb. 22 in Charleston, S.C. with 30 more dates scheduled across the U.S. through June 2024. The TRYBE presale will begin tomorrow, Nov. 14 at 10am local time, while public on sale will begin this Friday, Nov. 17 at 10am local time at AshleyMcBryde.com.

As a longtime fan of Ariat, McBryde and the brand have partnered since 2018. “It has been exciting to watch Ashley’s career grow over the past five years, and we couldn’t be more proud to support her headlining tour,” said Susan Alcala, VP Partnership Marketing at Ariat.
 
Named one of the most highly anticipated albums by both Los Angeles Times and Vulture, with the former naming her “one of Nashville’s most reliable and sophisticated songwriters,” The Devil I Know via Warner Music Nashville finds McBryde honing her calling card even further, as American Songwriter boasts, “Her lyrics can be heartrendingly tender one song, then unflinchingly biting the next.”
 
“More ruminative than crazed, the Saddle, Arkansas-born ragged rock/country songwriter delivers an exhale of acceptance that the chase is as much the reward as superstardom. Rather than raging against what’s not happening, she delivers a clear-eyed celebration of how alive being in the moment feels,” opines HITS, as Garden & Gun asserts, “The Devil I Know… could—and should—catapult her from being one of Music City’s favorite songwriters to its newest arena headliner. The album’s songs are infectious and assured.”
 
Last week, the Arkansas native earned a standing ovation for her performance of lead single and Music Video of the Year nominee “Light On In The Kitchen” at the 57th Annual CMA Awards, with Rolling Stone calling it “one of the most heartfelt moments of the evening,” that “cut through like a vital hymn full of homespun wisdom,” while Washington Post observed, “Ashley McBryde’s rendition of ‘Light On In the Kitchen’ was captivating as she was surrounded by glowing chandeliers.”
 
McBryde is currently on the first leg of The Devil I Know Tour Presented by Ariat with nine more dates in 2023 before a triumphant soon-to-be sold-out return to the U.K. and Ireland at the top of the year. For additional dates and information, visit AshleyMcBryde.com.

About Ashley McBryde
GRAMMY, CMA and ACM award winner Ashley McBryde cut her teeth playing country songs in biker bars – and it shows. The Grand Ole Opry member’s 2018 major label debut Girl Going Nowhere (Warner Music Nashville) charmed The New York Times, NPR, Rolling Stone, Paste, The Washington Post and more, all en route to landing a GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album. McBryde closed out 2019 with ACM New Female Artist, CMT Breakout Artist, a New Artist of the Year win at the 53rd Annual CMA Awards and two nominations for the 2020 GRAMMYs for Best Country Song and Best Country Solo Performance for “Girl Goin’ Nowhere.” Her follow-up Never Will was tagged by Rolling Stone as one of the most anticipated of the year alongside NPR, who also ranked her Top 10 RIAA Platinum-Certified single “One Night Standards” as one of the best songs of 2019. The album earned McBryde a 2021 GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album, making Never Will the only album nominated for Country Album of the Year by the ACMs, CMAs and the Recording Academy in the same award season. Her GRAMMY-winning duet with Carly Pearce, “Never Wanted To Be That Girl,” went all the way to No. 1 and earned McBryde and Pearce the ACM and CMA award for Musical Event of the Year. McBryde was also honored with the 2022 CMA International Artist Achievement Award for the most significant creative growth, development and promotion of the country music industry outside of the United States. Her collaborative project Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville featuring Brothers Osborne, Brandy Clark, Pillbox Patti, Caylee Hammack, Aaron Raitiere and Benjy Davis earned McBryde her third consecutive GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album, making her a six-time GRAMMY nominee. The project earned McBryde her second consecutive nomination for CMA Album of the Year, along with Music Video of the Year for her chart-climbing single “Light On In The Kitchen” from her latest critically acclaimed album, The Devil I Know. McBryde is currently on her headlining The Devil I Know Tour Presented by Ariat this fall and heads to the U.K. at the top of the year before kicking off the second U.S. leg in February 2024. For more information, visit Ashley McBryde.com or follow her on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube.

STARSET Announce Spring U.S. Tour "IMMERSION: THE FINAL CHAPTER"

SINGER DUSTIN BATES ANNOUNCES SECOND NOVEL A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE FUTURE

Visionary cinematic rock collective STARSET thrilled fans today with the announcement of their U.S. spring tour — IMMERSION: THE FINAL CHAPTER. 

Known for their groundbreaking immersive live shows known as DEMONSTRATIONS, the tour is set to be STARSET's most impressive tour yet. Framed by a dystopian futuristic narrative, the theme of this latest set of DEMONSTRATIONS promises most-anticipated conclusions to narrative threads that have been woven into their multimedia experiences, through music, videos, and live performances. 

STARSET mastermind Dustin Bates also announced the release date for his second novel A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE FUTURE that will launch on April 8, 2024 alongside the start of the tour. The book is the follow up to his debut The PROX Transmissions that released in 2016, with the popular Marvel graphic novel of the same name launching in 2017. 

It's been a year of big moments for STARSET, who celebrated their first #1 rock radio single at the start of 2023 with "Waiting On The Sky To Change," featuring fellow rock heavyweights Breaking Benjamin, beating out legendary artists Metallica, Blink-182 and Nickelback to hit the top spot.  

They also saw fan-favorite track "IT HAS BEGUN" from TRANSMISSIONS achieve RIAA-Gold status this summer, without ever being an official single, having a music video or radio campaign. Additionally, earlier this fall STARSET officially joined the elite club of musical artists that have gained over 1 million subscribers on YouTube. 

Lauded by Forbes as having "one of the most firmly established brands of any modern rock band," Columbus, OH's STARSET are creating a true multimedia empire with music at its core. Their hits include RIAA Platinum-selling hit "My Demons" (2012) and 2017's "MONSTER" that is about to be certified Gold. With a staggering 5 billion streams and a rapidly growing rabid global fanbase, 2024 sees STARSET poised to rise as one of rock's next superstar acts. 

STARSET — IMMERSION: THE FINAL CHAPTER tour tickets go on sale to the public at 10am local time this Friday, November 17 via STARSETONLINE.COM.

 Tour dates are as below. 

STARSET 2024 TOUR DATES:
4/6 — NASHVILLE, TN 
4/8 — DALLAS, TX 
4/9 — HOUSTON, TX
4/12 — SAN ANTONIO, TX 
4/13 — TULSA, OK 
4/15 — PITTSBURGH, PA 
4/16 — GRAND RAPIDS, MI 
4/17 — GREEN BAY, WI 
4/19 — LAWRENCE, KS
4/20 — DENVER, CO
4/21 — SALT LAKE CITY, UT
4/23 — SEATTLE, WA
4/24 — PORTLAND, OR
4/26 — SACRAMENTO, CA
4/27 — ANAHEIM, CA
4/28 — PHOENIX, AZ
5/11 — ATLANTA, GA
5/13 — HARRISBURG, PA
5/14 — BOSTON, MA
5/16 — CHICAGO, IL

Caninus Collars Launching Cannibal Corpse, Descendents + More Leashes + Collars🐾

JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS — LICENSED BAND COLLARS FOR YOUR PETS FROM CANINUS COLLARS

PERFECT GIFTING FOR THE ALTERNATIVE PET-OWNER

For anybody who is currently curating a holiday gifting list, these accessories are not only badass, but some of the most thoughtful pieces of merchandise music fans may ever purchase. Perfect for pet-owners, pet Aunts or Uncles, and music lovers everywhere, it is time to fully welcome our four-legged friends to show off their impeccable music tastes. CANINUS is fun, it's easy, and is a fresh way for your pet friends to enter 2024.

Fans can finally find, own, or gift out some of the most precious-yet-rebellious pet accessories, licensed by NEW bands including, but not limited to: Descendents, Dropkick Murphys, Cannibal Corpse, Bad Religion and even The Misfits!

Check out the full list of artists who are ready to dress the animals in your life HERE.

From musician and business owner Rachel Rosen, enter CANINUS COLLARS, which was named in honor of Rosen's 2003 NYC grindcore band, Caninus, which featured two female vocalists, Basil and Budgie, a pair of beloved pitbull terriers. Caninus had three successful albums, including a split 7" with Cattle Decapitation in 2005. Upon the passing of Basil in 2011 and Budgie in 2016, the band was put on hold, but the ethos remains; our dogs (and cats) make for some of our very best friends, hence Rachel's dive into CANINUS COLLARS.

Having also performed in bands including Indecision, Most Precious Blood, and more, as well as volunteering at an animal shelter in Jersey City, N.J. for 12 years doing training/fostering/dog photos, simply put, Rachel Rosen is the best candidate to be tasked with the opportunity to create these hard-hitting collars, leashes, lanyards and more. All items are also made in-house, lending an even-more personal touch to the pieces. 

While we bipedal headbangers have all of the merch options in the world, it is not often that we’re able to help our dogs and cats express their love for the heavier genres; a problem that has been eradicated thanks to CANINUS, the California small business that is wholeheartedly badass.

Here to unite pet and human companion, Rachel Rosen is ready to discuss how she came up with CANINUS, why they make the perfect present, and her favorite pieces to recommend for the animal-lover in your life. Interviews, CANINUS merch giveaways, the best dog-walking playlists, and more from Rachel are a request away!

Support small businesses today — let's start with your pet!

THE ABBEY Release New Visualizer

Earlier this year, THE ABBEY marked their presence in the musical realm with the release of their debut album 'Word of Sin' on Season of Mist.

Today, the progressive doom metal band are unveiling a visually enthralling and intricately bound video from the album's climactic closing track, "Old Ones". This 12-minute atmospheric epic takes the listener on a mesmerizing journey through a sonic landscape filled with unexpected twists and turns, reflecting on the band's penchant for crafting immersive musical narratives.

Directed by the creative prowess of Jesse Heikkinen and brought to life through the innovative use of kaiber.ai, the visualizer for "Old Ones" serves as a compelling visual companion to the band's musical odyssey. It adds a layer of depth and complexity, further enchanting the experience of this expansive album closer.

You can watch it now below.

Order 'Word of Sin': https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/TheAbbeyWOS
Stream: https://linktr.ee/abbeyceremonial

The Abbey are joining Sólstafir on their ongoing tour across the European hinterlands. The label mates will play 12 shows together starting this Sunday.

Don't miss this chance to witness the majesty of 'Word of Sin' brought to life on stage.

Photo Credits: Sami Mustonen

Aleister Crowley’s Abbey of Thelema was located in Sicily, Italy, and functioned as ground zero for many of the occultist’s most complex and groundbreaking hedonistic pursuits. Here, Crowley codified his ritual practices and took his concept of “Magick” to new, unforeseen levels. He rebranded the temple as “Collegium ad Spiritum Sanctum,” translating to “A college towards the Holy Spirit.” But the Abbey of Thelema was not without its controversy: A young disciple died in 1922 after contracting typhoid fever from the drinking water. And a year later, Crowley was evicted by Italian dictator Benito Mussolini’s regime, yet the mystery and intrigue behind the Abbey of Thelema remain.
 
It was only appropriate, then, that Jesse Heikkinen, a veteran of the Finnish music scene and a solo artist under the Iterum Nata banner, branded his newest musical pursuit as The Abbey. Drawing lyrical inspiration from esoteric organizations, their beliefs and his own practices, Heikkinen and co-lead vocalist Natalie Koskinen (Shape of Despair) weaved ritualistic tales from the darkest corners of themselves to pair with music that is a provocative, alluring kaleidoscope of dark, heavy rock. The result is the mystical Word of Sin, The Abbey’s nine-song debut long-player.

The Abbey tale began when Heikkinen generated the sudden urge to try his hand at singing in a doom metal band after laying down guest vocals for fellow countrymen Fuzzifer. His idea was to form a doom metal band with “big vocals” — a project for fun’s sake that would thrive off writing from the heart and improvisation. Those plans involved former Sentenced and The Man-Eating Tree drummer Vesa Ranta — the first name that came to Heikkinen’s mind for the project.

Ranta, now a professional photographer and filmmaker, provided the steady backbone behind Sentenced’s groundbreaking career that was brought to its conclusion in 2005. According to Heikkinen, Ranta plays “like a battalion of marching giants,” a not-so-subtle nod to the drummer’s mastery of the quarter-note. Ranta quickly took to Heikkinen’s early demos and suggested they add a female singer. Enter Koskinen. Koskinen knew Ranta from a video shoot where she was serving as a makeup artist. Reluctant to try a new band considering her Shape of Despair and career obligations, Koskinen listened to Heikkinen’s first demo and decided to give the project a go. Janne Markus (guitar, also of The Man-Eating Tree) and Henri Arvola (bass) were soon tapped to complete the band’s lineup.

Word of Sin was recorded between April and November 2021 in several locations across Finland. Drums, bass and Markus’s guitars were tracked at Kratio Studio in Oulu by Kyösti Rautio. Rautio also served as co-producer and mixed the album, becoming the unofficial sixth member of The Abbey. Heikkinen, who recorded most of his vocals and guitars in his stepdaughter’s room, surrounded by My Little Ponies, Disney figurines and a pile of esoteric literature, is careful to point out that The Abbey fails to drop into any neat, little subgenre.
 
“The album was made purely for self-expressive reasons,” he says. “My music is the channel where I can be as true and authentic as possible. It is also a somewhat safe way to explore and express the dark side of myself and the collective consciousness. Word of Sin may seem like a tremendously dark piece as a rock album, but it’s pretty lightweight for a doom metal album! The material proved so strong that it was obvious that it wasn’t going to be another side project. I think using the means of improvisation made the music sound more like its creator instead of it being forced to be this or that — and that seemed to work really well for us!”

Regardless of where Word of Sin falls between the vast channels of doom and heavy rock, the vocal interplay between Heikkinen and Koskinen is undeniable. Each has songs where they take the lead, but their harmonies and trade-offs carry songs like “Rat King” and “Desert Temple” to the fore, creating a restless, captivating atmosphere resembling vintage rock from the 1970s. And, for his first go at singing lead in a band, Heikkinen proves to be quite the capable vocalist, carrying a smooth, almost airy delivery on “Crystallion” and “Widow’s Will.”

“I didn’t think of it that much — my vocals all came naturally,” he says. “I still think I’m more of a guitarist than a vocalist, really. During the writing and recording, I listened to King Crimson’s Red quite a lot, so I’m sure I got some influences from John Wetton’s singing on that album. The vocal harmonies were heavily inspired by bands like E.L.O, Queen and Yes.”

Heikkinen and Koskinen didn’t know each other before the formation of The Abbey. Heikkinen met Koskinen for the first time when she tracked vocals at his home studio, but their partnership generated immediate results. “Nowadays, I usually record my vocals at home, but in this case, as I had yet to meet Jesse in person, I wanted to record my parts at his place,” says Koskinen. “It’s very important to see what kind of energy is between the musicians I’m going to work with in the long run. It turns out that we are a perfect match musically. Later on, I traveled to Oulu to meet the rest of the guys [Janne and Henri] and I must say that we had a very strong bond from the beginning. Sometimes things just happen even when you don’t plan them.”

“The right lines for each were found really easily,” adds Heikkinen. “There already were dozens of vocal tracks in some of my demos, but every time Natalie found her place in the song, she added something new into it.”

The creative process behind Word of Sin proved so fruitful that the members of The Abbey are already thinking about a follow-up. It’s a testament to the material’s inherent strength and the immediate bond between all five musicians.

“The Abbey will most definitely be an active and serious project for me - I do hope it will turn out fun as well,” wraps Heikkinen. And closes Koskinen: “I do have a feeling this band will make a long trip together.”

Lineup
Henri Arvola – Bass
Jesse Heikkinen – Guitar, keyboard, percussions, vocals
Natalie Koskinen – Vocals
Janne Markus – Guitar
Vesa Ranta – Drums

Guest Musicians
Jarmo Heikkinen – Lute (track 8)
Joonas Karjalainen – Additional keys (tracks 1, 4, 5, 7, 9)
Mikko Kiiveri – Additional percussions (track 4)
Ossi Oikari – SFX (track 9)
Kyösti Rautio – Additional guitars (tracks 1, 3, 9) and additional keys (tracks 1, 4, 6, 9)

Recording Studio
Kratio Studios / Studio Beyond North Star

Producer / Sound Engineer
Produced by The Abbey & Kyösti Rautio. Recorded by Jesse Heikkinen & Kyösti Rautio

Mixing Studio & Engineer
Mixed in Kratio Studios by Kyösti Rautio except track 8 mixed by Jesse Heikkinen

Mastering Studio & Engineer
Mastered in Orgone Studios by Jaime Gomez Arellano

Cover Artwork Artist
Alexander Reisfar

Shop
https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/TheAbbeyWOS

Links
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbeyceremonial/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theabbeyceremonial/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/26x372PAVYvx68XalCRPp4
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPevbPFLgsO6Dvk4Pz0BFFA
Amazon Music: https://www.amazon.com/music/player/artists/B00P1C54C6/the-abbey
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-abbey/938182846
Bandcamp: https://theabbey.bandcamp.com/album/word-of-sin

NIGHT CROWNED - Release New Album "Tales" and Share Video for "She Comes At Night"!

Following the success of their debut studio album Impius Viam, released in February 2020, and their highly acclaimed follow-up record Hädanfärd, released in July 2021, Night Crowned has solidified their place as one of Sweden's best-kept blackened death metal secrets. Comprised of former and current members of renowned acts such as Dark Funeral, Nightrage, and Cipher System, Night Crowned possesses a musical vision that is haunting yet clear and with Tales the band has released their third full-length album via Noble Demon today!

This release marks a new chapter for the band as they push the boundaries of blackened death metal to unprecedented levels. With Tales, Night Crowned embarks on an auditory assault that defies conventions and redefines the limits of the genre. The album features lyrics in both English and Swedish, allowing listeners to fully immerse themselves in the band's haunting storytelling. Jonathan Thorpenberg's mixing skills put the band's sound on full display, while Jani Stefanovic's mastering ensures that every note is hit with precision.

To celebrate the day in a fitting manner, the Swedish metallers have unleashed a new video with Live Impressions from their recent show in Gothenburg with an excerpt of the new album track "She Comes At Night". Watch it below.

"We had our friend Marcus from Marcus Wesslen Media over to make a documentary of our gig in Gothenburg. For this video we went with the song ”She comes at Night”. And in this song we really went full on with the folk influences, but it was really important for us to do so without losing our own identity. To have Therése‘s magical voice in the break just makes the song larger than life,"says the band.

Stream the single HERE

Vocalist Ken Romlin about the song: ’’Before we started to work on 'Tales' I wrote down ideas about which entities I wanted to write about. And the Mare was obvious that it needed to get a song, so it became 'She Comes At Night'. This was one of the first songs we wrote for this record."

Tales is out now on Noble Demon and available for purchase at at
THIS LOCATION

NIGHT CROWNED are:
K. Romlin - Vocals
H. Liljesand - Guitar & keys
J. Jaloma - Drums
J. Eskilsson - Guitar & vocals
P. Eldor Pettersson - Bass

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Nonpoint Set to Release Highly Anticipated New EP "Heartless" and Unveils "Golden Gloves" Single on November 17th

Pre-Save the Heartless EP at https://share.amuse.io/album/nonpoint-heartless

Nonpoint, the renowned American rock band, is gearing up to deliver an exciting treat to their fans this November 17th. The band is proud to announce the release of their eagerly awaited new EP, Heartless, along with the unveiling of their latest single, "Golden Gloves." As the fourth single from the Heartless EP, "Golden Gloves" promises to be a sonic masterpiece, giving listeners an enticing glimpse into the band's evolution and creative prowess.

"Golden Gloves" and the Heartless EP will be available for digital streaming and purchase. In a nod to the nostalgia of yesteryears, the EP will also be available as a limited edition cassette, making it a must-have collectible for dedicated enthusiasts. Furthermore, Nonpoint has gone the extra mile by including a custom-branded cassette player, with only 300 units ever produced, available exclusively on Nonpoint's official website, Nonpoint.com.

Nonpoint fans have more to celebrate as the band announced "The Million Watts Tour 2023."Joining them on this sensational tour are musical powerhouses (hed p.e.), Sumo Cyco, and Special Guest VRSTY. The tour is scheduled to kick off on December 1st in Harrisburg, PA, at HMAC on Herr. This tour promises to be an unforgettable experience, bringing together diverse musical influences and unmatched energy.

Tickets available at https://nonpointstore.com/pages/tour-dates

Nonpoint's latest offerings, Heartless and "Golden Gloves," are a testament to the band's relentless pursuit of musical excellence and their commitment to delivering authentic, powerful performances. With a track record of captivating audiences worldwide, Nonpoint continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the rock music scene.

2023 The Million Watts Tour Dates:

12/1 Harrisburg, PA @ HMAC on Herr

12/2 Hartford, CT @ Webster Underground

12/3 Hampton Beach, NH @ Wallys

12/5 Montreal, QC @ Foufounes

12/6 Toronto, ON @ Lees Palace

12/8 Green Bay, WI @ Epic Event Center

12/9 Belvidere, IL @ The Apollo Theatre

12/10 Chicago, IL @ Bottom Lounge

12/12 Louisville, KY @ Mercury Ballroom

12/14 Angola, IN @ Eclectic Room

12/15 Flint, MI @ Machine Shop

Tickets on sale at nonpoint.com

South Florida-based rock band Nonpoint, has been captivating audiences with their energetic sound and passionate performances for over two decades. Formed in 1997, the band has consistently pushed the boundaries of what modern rock can be, combining heavy metal, nu-metal, and hard rock into a unique and powerful musical force. Over the course of their 20-year career, Nonpoint has released several critically acclaimed albums and garnered a reputation as one of the most exciting live acts in the industry.

Throughout their career, Nonpoint has been celebrated for their signature sound and powerful lyrics, which often tackle social and political issues. Their hard-hitting sound and emotional live performances have earned them a dedicated fanbase, as well as recognition from the music industry. Nonpoint has received multiple award nominations and has been praised by publications such as Rolling Stone, Revolver, and Alternative Press.

In 2021, Nonpoint's song "Ruthless" reached #16 on Billboard’s Rock Chart, and was 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. Their single "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)

Wrath of Logarius Rise Above the Ashes on New Single

On Halloween, Wrath of Logarius gave metalheads a taste of Formless Black Metal. Today, the skeletal Northern California trio are releasing the second single off their upcoming EP. And while just as fiery as the first, "Soul Ascension" starts out as more of a slow burn before bursting into flames.

Listen to "Soul Ascension" below.

'Necrotic Assimilation" will be available as a digital download starting December 8.

Pre-order: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/wrath-of-logarius-skull
Pre-save: https://orcd.co/necroticassimilationpresave

Wrath of Logarius writhe between different gradients of metal, from black and brutal to melodic post-metal. "Soul Ascension" shudders awake with an eerie guitar melody that drips like candles around a coffin. But the pace quickens under the clip of Lord Marco's hi-hat as Noctifier prepares to meet his maker. "Surrounded by darkness, for you are death" he screams, engulfed by blast beats that rage with all the horrifying speed of a forest fire.
 

"For us, Soul Ascension is cold, dark and vicious", says Wrath of Logarius. "It's more or less about becoming aware of the complete annihilation transpiring around you. Realizing you cannot avoid the inevitable as you are slowly consumed by the bestial darkness. Ultimately, we want the listener to come up with their own interpretation. It will have a different meaning to each listener, and thats what we want"

Formed in 2021 amidst the mist-shrouded forests of Northern California, Wrath of Logarius emerged as a formidable force in the world of extreme music. This black metal trio, consisting of Noctifer, Urath, and Vastator, set out to forge a new path with their unique genre known as Formless Black Metal.

Wrath of Logarius' creative spark ignited as they embarked on their journey to create something different in black metal. Drawing inspiration from brutal blackened death and melodic post-black metal, the skeletal trio emerged with a new subgenre. 'Necrotic Assimilation' introduces pure Formless Black Metal, where the styles change within each song.  

Recording lineup
Noctifer (Vocals)
Urath (Lead Guitars)
Vastator (Guitars)
Lord Marco (Drums)
Andrew Hernandez (Bass)

Special guests
Kakophonix plays cello on "At the nighted throne"

Recording studio: Rapture Recordings

Sound engineer: Cody Fuentes

Produced, mixed and mastered: Cody Fuentes

Cover art: Sant V. Schreiber

Logo: Tri Waluya

Follow Wrath of Logarius
https://www.instagram.com/wrath_of_logarius/

Lainey Wilson Announces “Wildflowers and Wild Horses” As Next Single Following Big CMA Wins

Today, multi-award-winning singer songwriter and breakthrough actress, Lainey Wilson announced “Wildflowers and Wild Horses” as her next single following Wilson’s television debut performance of the song at the 57th Annual CMA Awards, in Nashville, TN.

As the third Broken Bow Records’ single off her critically acclaimed, award-winning album, Bell Bottom Country, “Wildflowers and Wild Horses” is a reflective tale of Wilson’s life; “barefoot and bareback.” The soulful yet Southern track, accompanied by Wilson’s signature sound, blends elements of Western, Rock, and Americana, to bring forth a modern yet traditional Country song as an ode to her roots.

View her performance HERE and listen to the song HERE.

Wilson was once again crowned as the most nominated artist at this year’s CMA Awards with a record breaking nine nominations and walking away with five wins in some of the most coveted categories including the biggest award of the evening, Entertainer Of The Year. 

Lainey Wilson 2023 CMA Award Wins:

• Entertainer Of The Year 

• Album Of The Year: Bell Bottom Country

• Female Vocalist Of The Year

• Music Video Of The Year: “wait in the truck” - HARDY (featuring Lainey Wilson)

• Musical Event Of The Year: “wait in the truck” - HARDY (featuring Lainey Wilson)

ABOUT LAINEY WILSON:
As the most nominated artist at the 2023 CMA Awards with a record-breaking nine nominations, and five wins including Entertainer of the Year, Lainey Wilson has earned the enthusiasm of the industry. Critically acclaimed and touted as a top “artist to watch,” to being the leading female nominee and winner at the 2023 ACM Awards and CMT Music Awards, the Louisiana native has made a name for herself in the industry as one of music’s hottest and most buzzed-about new artists. Landing her first No. 1 with her PLATINUM Certified ACM Song of the Year, “Things A Man Oughta Know,” nearly 10 years to the day after leaving her small farming community in a camper trailer to chase her dreams, she has won over legions of fans with her signature Bell Bottom Country sound and aesthetic, which blends traditional Country with a modern yet retro flare. A prolific and sought-after songwriter (having co-writer credits on songs by artists including Luke Combs, Flatland Calvary, and more), Lainey is a fresh, fierce voice in Nashville, delivering CMA-nominated album of the year with her label debut, Sayin’ What I’m Thinkin’. With a rockstar stage presence, her artistry has taken her across the globe, performing for sold-out crowds throughout the US, UK, and Germany with notable names like Jon Pardi, Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, HARDY, Jason Aldean, Ashley McBryde, and more. After topping the country radio charts for a second time with the two-week No. 1 hit, “Never Say Never” with Cole Swindell, she recently achieved her third and fourth No. 1 song with “Heart Like a Truck” and HARDY collaboration “wait in the truck”. Her current single “Watermelon Moonshine” topped the Country charts marking her fifth No. 1 single and making her the first female artist in two years to reach No. 1 on the Billboard Country airplay chart.  Her critically acclaimed album, Bell Bottom Country, rose up Billboard’s Top Album Chart and Country Albums Chart, amassing over 650 million streams to date. Wilson made her acting debut in Season 5 of the smash hit series “Yellowstone” as a musician character named Abby, where she premiered her original “Smell Like Smoke” as well as showcased other hits off her recent album including “Watermelon Moonshine” and “Hold My Halo”. Adding to her growing list of endeavors, Wilson was honored at Billboard’s Women in Music Awards with the Rulebreaker Award, and most recently joined forces with Wrangler as the face of their 2023 fall/winter women's collection. 

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BLEED FROM WITHIN | 'Shrine Deluxe Edition' Is Out Now + Band Release Lyric Video For New Single 'Overthrone'

Bleed From Within have had an extraordinary year. They've just stepped off of the Lamb Of God Headbangers Boat cruise, following on from a colossal summer run which took in both headline shows, performances with Heaven Shall Burn and festival appearances at the likes of Brutal Assault (Czech Republic), Summer Breeze (Germany) and Alcatraz(Belgium), finishing up with a 13-date tour supporting Trivium across the UK. This was all on top of a hugely successful debut American tour earlier this year with August Burns Redand The Devil Wears Prada. 

To celebrate this exceptional year, Bleed From Within have released their Shrine Deluxe Edition today, alongside a new single titled 'Overthrone', which is accompanied by a lyric video.

Their stunning latest studio album Shrine was released in the summer 2022, marking the band's most groundbreaking work to date and staking out Bleed From Within's bold intent. The Scottish 5-piece claiming their position as the most exciting prospect in modern metal.

Steven Jones from the band stated,
''Upon releasing 'Shrine' in June 2022, it's safe to say that none of us expected what the following months would bring. It's been a hell of a year, with our most rigorous touring schedule yet putting us in places we've dreamed of since we started the band. This era of Bleed From Within is something we have worked so hard toward, and in this moment we are extremely grateful to all those who have made it possible. To all of our fans who fill the rooms and sing the words, to the team behind the scenes who keep the cogs moving on tour, in the studio, and everywhere between, and to the creative minds that help us bring our music to life - thank you. 17 months since its original release, we are so proud to now present this limited and deluxe edition of 'Shrine', featuring all of the songs that were recorded during the sessions. Here's to the months and years ahead!''

Watch the 'Overthrone' lyric video below.
Stream/order the Shrine Deluxe Edition here: https://bleedfromwithin.bfan.link/shrine-deluxe.ema

Watch the visualizer for 'The Will to Resist', also taken from the Shrine Deluxe Edition: https://youtu.be/YqKPB4bvyL8

Bleed From Within released their stunning studio album Shrine in June 2022. It was the most fiercely anticipated record of their career, and their most groundbreaking work to date. 

More from Shrine:
'Temple Of Lunacy' visualizer: https://youtu.be/dB4arT5XN_Y
Flesh And Stone' official music video: https://youtu.be/NF6tw5XQFSM
'Stand Down' official music video: https://youtu.be/kJDMOvGYVqE
'Levitate' official music video: https://youtu.be/BGKS3mW2XPM
'I Am Damnation' official music video: https://youtu.be/swF5fiPdONo

Shrine was recorded at Real World Studios and at Bleed From Within's HQ, UK. The record was self-produced. Mixing was handled by Adam 'Nolly' Getgood and Sebastian Sendon, with drum engineering handled by Adam 'Nolly' Getgood, guitar, bass and vocal engineering by Steven Jones, additional production by Jamie Finch, string composition by Simon Dobson and Parallax Orchestra, strings engineered by Peter Miles at Middle Farm Studios, and additional backing vocals by Hannah Boulton on the tracks 'Flesh & Stone' and 'Paradise'.  The Shrine artwork was created by David Provan, with layout by Simon Atkinson.

Bleed From Within have been to hell and back, but they are no strangers to enduring hardship. When a global pandemic threatened to shut down their plans, the Glaswegians collectively raised five middle fingers and pressed on. It’s no surprise that this unstoppable riff machine continues to crush forward at such a frantic pace – there's no putting the breaks on the heaviest band to ever emerge from Scotland.

The band’s reputation as one of the most formidable forces in modern metal has earned them tour slots with Megadeth, Lamb Of God, Testament and Heaven Shall Burn, to name just a few. 2021 saw them dominate the UK live scene; selling out their largest ever headline tour in November, capturing hearts on Bullet For My Valentine’s arena tour, slay a Lamb Of God livestream support slot, alongside (literally) blazing performances atDownload Festival and Bloodstock Festival.

Shrine has taken the most graft to put together of any record in their catalog, challenging their self-perception on both personal and technical levels - the culmination of two years hard work that embodies their artistic might. Armed with the learnings of evolving their sound over the last decade without ever losing sight of their DIY roots, this is Bleed From Within at their very best. There’s no denying the band’s inevitable next steps are world domination, with Shrine a turning point moment.

Bleed From Within are:
Scott Kennedy - Vocals
Craig Gowans - Lead Guitar
Steven Jones - Rhythm Guitar & Vocals
David Provan - Bass
Ali Richardson - Drums 

Enter Shikari Link Up with Multi-Disciplinary Aussie Star AViVA for New Single "Strangers"

UK trailblazers, Enter Shikari, are thrilled to announce their new collaborative single, "Strangers" alongside fellow dynamic talent AViVA. Fans can stream the new single HERE or at the link below.

This exciting coming together of two genre-blending artists is as explosive as each of their fanbases can expect, as the former touring partners bring their signature to let "Strangers" soar. Crushing and impassioned, "Strangers" erupts in characteristic fashion and again showcases the collaborative talents of a band that in the last year alone have worked on singles with Cody Frost, WARGASM and You Me At Six.

Lifting the curtain on the creative journey behind the single, lead vocalist and producer Rou Reynolds says:

"Aviva has has such a great voice (I can still hear her operatic warm ups, echoing around the backstage rooms!), so it was a pleasure to sing with her on the track. Rob and I got to visit her at home on the beautiful coast of New South Wales and work together on what would become Strangers, the story of newly found freedom from a suffocating relationship.”

Sharing her thoughts on the vibrant collaboration, versatile songstress AViVA adds:

"Teaming up with Enter Shikari for this project has been an incredible experience. After touring with them in 2022 we thought it would be fun to work on a song together and 'Strangers' just seemed perfect.

We all share a deep passion for music, and together, we've crafted something truly special that I believe our fans will love. The song has been worked on across multiple countries, and time zones, and we were even lucky enough to do the vocal recording together at my home studio. The song continues to explore a concept I see as a throughline in much of my artistic work. The loss of connection, and isolation that follows. the line 'we're just strangers now' really sums it up, but I think people will really connect with the rawness of this song, be it the loss of a romantic relationship or losing a friend, that pain often lingers with us for a long time."

Enter Shikari's remarkable journey has been marked by a relentless pursuit of musical innovation and a passion for pushing the boundaries of their genre. With a dedicated and ever-growing fanbase, their live shows are nothing short of explosive, leaving audiences in awe. As they embark on a World Tour and gear up for their most extensive UK arena tour yet in the new year, Enter Shikari solidify their status as trailblazers, with thought-provoking lyrics and an unforgettable stage presence at the heart of their performance. There's no doubt that Enter Shikari's future promises more groundbreaking music and electrifying performances, ensuring their legacy of success will continue to grow. Be sure to stay tuned for more Enter Shikari news soon.

Praise for Enter Shikari's new album A Kiss for the Whole World:

"Enter Shikari reassert their credentials as one of the UK's most important rock bands." - Upset ★★​​​​​​​★​​​​​​​★​​​​​​​★

“A Kiss For The Whole World might just be its authors' finest work yet. Rooted in the present, somehow it is still the sound of the future.” - Louder ★​​​​​​​★​​​​​​​★​​​​​​​★ ½

“These are anthems of liberation for what seems an eternal uncertainty that we live in.” – Clash ★​​​​​​​★​​​​​​​★​​​​​​​★

"There is an explosive exuberance at the heart of Enter Shikari's superb seventh album." - Kerrang! ★​​​​​​​★​​​​​​​★​​​​​​​★

“As hopeful as they’ve ever sounded” - NME ★​​​​​​​★​​​​​​​★​​​​​​​★

“Here is an album that sees Shikari proving exactly why they’ve carved their own place in UK music royalty.” - Rolling Stone UK★​​​​​​​★​​​​​​​★​​​​​​​★ 

"When it comes to combining rave, metal and pop craftsmanship in songs that come with self-help messages and moral guidelines, nobody beats [Enter Shikari]" - The Times

ENTER SHIKARI have a way with opening statements and as their new album begins with the words “Be embraced, billions” (‘A Kiss for the Whole World x’), we immediately learn plenty about the band's ambition for this album to touch people.

Its trio of whirlwind single releases to date have reignited dormant sparks '(pls) set me on fire' confronted how we measure self-worth ('It Hurts') and eyed the trappings of cyclical mistakes (‘Bloodshot’). Journeying through the new album, we are met with calls to revel in the power of spontaneity, (‘Leap Into The Lightning’), encouraged to explore (‘Jailbreak’), and - most poignantly - asked to consider the changing nature of identity (‘giant pacific octopus’).

A Kiss for the Whole World heralds the band's most vibrant, direct and life-affirming album so far.

Fans can also catch Enter Shikari on the Welcome To Rockville lineup in May of 2024 at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, FL.

As they take the stage at the iconic festival, Enter Shikari reaffirms their position as a musical force to be reckoned with and promises an unforgettable experience.

May 12 - Daytona Beach, FL - Welcome To Rockville 2023

ABOUT AViVA

AViVA, known for her 2017 single "GRRRLS," explores themes of control and isolation in her emo-pop/alt-rock music. She's a multidisciplinary artist from Sydney, now based in LA, with a strong fan community known as "Outsiders." She's released two novels with Pan Macmillan since 2021. Her music has over 80 million monthly streams and four billion combined streams. In 2022 she completed a US tour with Enter Shikari and performed at Riot Fest in Chicago and MADCOOL Fest in Madrid. AViVA is set to appear at Download UK and Rock Am Ring/Rock Im Park festivals next year.

More about Enter Shikari and new album A Kiss For The Whole World

As the calendar now signals three years since Enter Shikari last released an album - their UK #2 charting album Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible – it is useful to think back to the final question the band last posed fans: “Is this a new beginning? / Or are we close to the end?” Little could they know just how close to the end things would end up feeling as the events of the early ‘20s dimmed the light in the furnace of their live juggernaut, and connection to their fans. “At the time it felt like we ourselves, as musicians, were experiencing the death of our band,” says lead vocalist and keyboardist Rou Reynolds.

Unsurprisingly, the key in the band’s ignition came in the form of a live show as they headlined the Download Festival Pilot in front of 10,000 fans. Where not a single new word flowed from the pen of Reynolds in the two years prior, a realisation was born that would come to define the band’s seventh LP: “I just didn’t realise that the human and physical connection to other people were so central to how I write,” he says. Enter Shikari isn’t just four people – it’s hundreds of thousands.

The album's lead single "(pls) set me on fire" sparked the next stage in the band’s evolution, and the first words we hear from Enter Shikari 2.0 don’t come in the form of a question this time, but a command: “Please set me on fire”. In other words, ignite the spark inside us and set us free. This may be a new Enter Shikari but they’ve lost nothing in their flair for bold opening gambits.

Reynolds comments on the single’s conception: "Honestly, I thought I was f*****. I’ve never felt so detached from my soul, my purpose, my f****** spirit. I didn’t write music for almost two years. The longest I’d gone before that was two weeks. I was broken. It’s almost as if my brain had asked: “What is the point in music if it cannot be shared? What is the point in writing music if it’s not to be experienced with others?” and then promptly switched itself off. ‘(pls) set me on fire’ grew out of that desperation. This song is a projectile vomit of positive energy. Every emotion trapped inside me for two years, finally set free."

It was in the Spring of 2022 that the band descended to the coastal town of Chichester, and a delipidated farmhouse, to rebuild their studio setup and capture their renewed momentum on record. Using only solar power to track the album – in what Reynolds says was to “bring back some sense of naivety” – the life-giving properties and Technicolor palate of A Kiss For The Whole World were made real. Reynolds continues: “Back to basics. This band - my best friends - bundled into an old farmhouse, miles away from anywhere. Off-grid, and ready to rediscover ourselves. This album is powered by the sun, the most powerful object in our solar system. And I think you can tell. It’s a collection of songs that represent an explosive reconnection with what Enter Shikari is. The beginning of our second act”.

More about Enter Shikari

5 UK top ten albums

2 UK top 40 singles

2 BRIT certified silver albums and 1 BRIT certified gold album

Multiple Kerrang! award winners, AIM Award winners and Heavy Music Award winners

3000 shows worldwide

Download full biography HERE

Find Enter Shikari Online

www.entershikari.com

L.S. Dunes "Lost Songs: Lines and Shapes" Album Out Now!

L.S. DUNES' LOST SONGS: LINES AND SHAPES OUT NOW

FEATURES EARLY, RAW VERSIONS OF THEIR ACCLAIMED DEBUT ALBUM PAST LIVES 

L.S. DUNES JOIN PIERCE THE VEIL ON THE JAWS OF LIFE TOUR THRU DECEMBER 8

JUST ADDED — DECEMBER 11 HEADLINE SHOW AT THE PARAMOUNT IN HUNTINGTON, NY 

Today, L.S. Dunes — vocalist Anthony Green, guitarist Frank Iero, bassist Tim Payne, guitarist Travis Stever, and drummer Tucker Rule — have released Lost Songs: Lines and Shapes, a radically raw and revealing version of their acclaimed debut album, 2022's Past Lives.

Get Lost Songs: Lines and Shapes HERE.

Lost Songs: Lines and Shapes features early, stripped-down versions of all Past Lives' 11 tracks. Listening to these songs in their hyper-intense, original form offers fans an entirely fresh perspective into Past Lives, while the uninitiated will appreciate it for what it is, a sterling artistic statement in its own right. Fans can also pre-order the Past Lives Deluxe Edition, a limited, 2-LP vinyl special package which includes both the original album and Lost Songs: Lines And Shapes, exclusively via the band's online store HERE.

Recently, the band teased the new collection with "Old Wounds" DEMO, a stripped-back version of the fan-favorite released this past summer. While not included in the Lost Songs collection, the track, featuring Green's beautifully exposed vocals and the haunting, intricate guitar work of Stever, is another vivid look into the group's creative process. Listen to "Old Wounds" DEMO HERE, and watch the official video below.

L.S. Dunes are currently in the midst of the Jaws of Life Tour with Pierce The Veil, with 18-dates remaining across the U.S. The band also recently added a special headline show December 11 at The Paramount in Huntington, NY. For ticket information, click HERE. Full itinerary below.  

JAWS OF LIFE TOUR
WITH PIERCE THE VEIL + DAYSEEKER:
11/14 — Orlando, FL — House of Blues
11/15 — Orlando, FL — House of Blues
11/17 — Myrtle Beach, SC — House of Blues
11/18 — Corbin, KY — The Corbin Arena
11/19 — Macon, GA — Macon City Auditorium
11/21 — Boston, MA — MGM Music Hall at Fenway
11/25 — Reading, PA — Santander Arena
11/26 — Columbus, OH — KEMBA Live!
11/28 — Chesterfield, MO — The Factory
11/30 — Chicago, IL — Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
12/1 – Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
12/2 — Des Moines, IA — Vibrant Music Hall
12/3 — Minneapolis, MN — The Armory
12/5 — Oklahoma City, OK — The Criterion
12/7 — Las Vegas, NV — Brooklyn Bowl
12/8 — San Diego, CA — Viejas Arena
12/11 —  Huntington, NY — The Paramount *Headline show

Dandy Warhols & Slowdive legends team up on Pete International Airport 'Tic Tac' feat. Rachel Goswell. 7” vinyl is out November 24

Portland-based Pete International Airport presents the video for 'Tic Tac' featuring Slowdive goddess Rac hel Goswell, directed by Francesca Bonci. A few weeks ago, they released their 2-track 'Tic Tac' 7" vinyl version via Little Cloud Records, pressed on translucent yellow vinyl, with the B-side featuring a remix by yet another music icon - Anton Newcombe of The Brian Jonestown Massacre.

Pete International Airport is the brainchild of guitarist Peter G. Holmström of The Dandy Warhols.  Named after one of their songs, this eclectic project builds immersive soundscapes that are also classic, catchy songs.  Holmström has an uncanny ability to curate, with a penchant for dropping collaborators into challenging creative spaces—both virtual and actual—then letting them duke it out.

'Tic Tac' originally featured on Pete International Airport's recently released third album 'It Felt Like The End of the World' - a meticulously crafted psychedelic rock journey into the dark heart of electronica, released just ahead of the 7" vinyl edition.

"I co-wrote 'Tic Tac'. I bought his last album and I really liked it. Peter Holmström has different singers on each song and co-writes with everybody, which I think is a really interesting way to work. Obviously, Pete is a guitarist, first and foremost, and a very good one. He sent me music for 'Tic Tac, and it's actually changed a lot. It was a lot more guitar-y, the original musical piece that he sent me, and it got really stripped down and changed," says Rachel Goswell.

"I think he sent me that in 2020. That was a COVID lockdown year and I had a lot of stuff going on. It took me I think nearly about a year to actually get around to sitting down properly and writing it. I kept procrastinating about doing it and then once I'd done it, I was really pleased with it. But I think as a record, there's some great songs on it. I didn't know who else had written with him on this record, I was just really happy to be a part of it. It is quite a broad spectrum musically, and quite eclectic."

This album features numerous other guests, including Alexander Hackett (Pang Attack) Lisa Elle (Dark Horses), Dion Lunadon (A Place To Bury Strangers, The D4), and Cheap Trick's Tom Petersson on 12-string bass, each tangling with PIA’s usual coterie of musical foils with songs merging into Holmström’s hyper-stylized world of symbols, themes and archetypes.

Mixed by Jeremy Sherrer at Spooky Electric Co. (Modest Mouse, The Shins, The Dandy Warhols), it was mastered by Dave Coley at Elysian Mastering.

'It Felt Like The End of the World' can be found everywhere digitally, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp, where it is available as a Deluxe double-album in a gatefold sleeve, pressed on transparent vinyl with an orange blob or on transparent vinyl with a purple blob.

As of November 24, the 'Tic Tac' 7" will be available on vinyl exclusively via Pete International Airport's Bandcamp and The Dandy Warhols. The digital version is currently available on these same two sites.

CREDITS
Music written by Peter G. Holmström
Vocals and lyrics by Rachel Goswell (Slowdive, Mojave 3)
Remix by Anton Newcombe (The Brian Jonestown Massacre)
Mixed by Jeremy Sherrer at Spooky Electric Co.
Mastered by Dave Coley at Elysian Mastering
Album art by Francesca Bonci
'Tic Tac' video directed by Francesca Bonci

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Beartooth Achieve First No. 1 at Active Rock Radio With "Might Love Myself"💖

The Surface was produced, mixed, engineered, and mastered by Caleb Shomo, with additional engineering by James Musshorn and additional production by Oshie Bichar. Stream, download, and purchase it along with merchandise, here. 
 
"Without question, it's the most anthemic they've ever sounded" — Metal Hammer
 
"A masterclass in the fusion of poppy punk elements with the infectious hooks of modern rock." — Knotfest
 
"...a collection of tracks that are the best and most consistent Beartooth have ever sounded on record. The impression these songs make is instant, but scratch beneath the surface, and there's so much more to love about the heart, hurt and craft that has gone into this album." — Kerrang!
 
"This is another instant classic from a band that seems incapable of delivering anything less." — Rock Sins

"Might Love Myself" Hits #2 on Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay Chart in its 14th Week

Plus #9 on Hot Hard Rock Songs and #11 on Rock & Alternative Airplay

Marking Highest Placements on Respective Charts in the Band's Career

 
Billion-streaming rock band — Caleb Shomo, vocals; Zach Huston, guitars; Will Deely, guitars; Oshie Bichar, bass; and Connor Denis, drums — today announced their single "Might Love Myself" has earned them their first-ever #1 spot on the Mediabase Active Rock Radio chart.

Following its release in July, the song entered the Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay chart and continued to rise over 14 weeks to #2, along with #9 on Hot Rock Songs and #11 on Rock & Alternative Airplay, the highest placements the band has ever achieved on said charts.  

Lead Singer, Caleb Shomo shares, "I was never truly ready to take on what the future held until this album. I think it’s pretty cool that the first song I wrote about self-love was the first song to hit number 1, and that says everything about the future of this band. Thank you all for the support during this transition in my life and in our music."
 
"Might Love Myself" arrived on Beartooth's fifth studio album, The Surface, released in October on Red Bull Records. With 90 million streams to date, it debuted at #1 on Billboard Hard Rock Albums, Luminate Alternative Albums, and Luminate Record Label Independent Current Albums, as well as #5 on Billboard's Top Album Sales. Celebrating a decade together this year, Beartooth will embark on their largest world tour in history, playing across 60 dates from January to November with 50% of tickets already sold out. Amidst the tour, they'll take to top-billing slots at ShipRocked and Rock Am Ring festivals.

Red Bull Records' Managing Director Greg Hammer shares, "We've been working with Beartooth for ten years across five records and we're beyond proud of what we've been able to accomplish together. They are constantly taking risks and pushing the envelope, with The Surface being no exception. This is undoubtedly one of the most exciting milestones they've achieved in their career, and we’re looking forward to what the future holds."

Beartooth have established themselves as an influential voice of their generation and a force in the rock space. This album in particular has welcomed a pivotal shift in the band's sound and story, with frontman Shomo focusing on the positives in his deeply personal and powerful journey through the music. It has attracted diehard fans and new listeners alike, proving self-love has a place in metal.

Beartooth Manager Thomas Gutches concludes, "I'll never forget Caleb playing me this song for the first time, minutes before taking the stage in front of a capacity crowd at London's Wembley Arena. In that moment, I knew we had a special song. Caleb continues to defy the odds as one of the most gifted songwriters of this generation."

The Surface was produced, mixed, engineered, and mastered by Caleb Shomo, with additional engineering by James Musshorn and additional production by Oshie Bichar. Stream, download, and purchase it along with merchandise, here. 

ABOUT BEARTOOTH:
Caleb Shomo first turned the pain of his struggle with mental health and self-image into music in 2013. Beartooth began as a living document, a diary, a journal of repressed rage and depression. Alone in his basement studio, screaming and singing, playing all the instruments, and self-producing a batch of furious but melodic songs filled with reflection and confession, the Ohio native stared into the abyss, initially with no intention of returning to the heavy music world that burned him as a teen. A decade later, the different pieces of his body of work connect in title, sound, and spirit. As the frontman hits 30, Beartooth’s fifth album, he Surface, completes this era in 2023. Even more importantly, it kicks off a new chapter filled with surprising optimism and just as honest. Depression is a sick, disgusting, aggressive disease below the surface. Shomo stands ready to bask in the light.
 
Like Nine Inch Nails, Beartooth remains a one-person band in the studio. On the heels of the introductory Sick EP (2013), Disgusting (2014) produced the band's first Gold single, "In Between." Aggressive (2016) and Disease (2018) expanded on the desperation and pain, each a step closer to a balance between the blood and tears of classic recordings and the shimmer of modernity.  
 
Rolling Stone heralded Beartooth as one of 10 Artists You Need to Know. The rabid response to Shomo's music demonstrated how many people related to his struggle for self-acceptance. Below (2021) topped the Rock and Alternative charts and several Best Rock/Metal Albums of the Year lists. As of 2023, the Beartooth catalog boasts more than 1 billion streams across all platforms. 
 
Beartooth began as both bomb and balm, an outright refusal to suffer in silence, weaponizing radio-ready bombast, delivering raw emotion mixed with noise-rock chaos. Other bands play the "devastating riffs and catchy hooks" game, but this music is the difference between life and death, and now, a sort of life after death while still here. The band Forbes sees "inching towards a tipping point of becoming the latest arena headliner" is now one step closer. 

Mavis Announce Debut Album "Grief Is No Ally" + Share "Calypso" Video

German band MAVIS, featuring vocalist Phil Donay, guitarist Manu Weller, bass player Mo Amrein, and drummer Jakob Schulz-Klein, are proud to announce their debut full-length record Grief Is No Ally, due for release on December 15, via Arising Empire!

The newest track "Calypso" heralds the official pre-orders and showcases their exceptional talent in composing and narrative lyricism. The audience finds itself entranced by the fusion of intense energy and hypnotic tunes, culminating in an irresistible hook. "Calypso" marks the band's first creative endeavor since the exit of founding member and chief songwriter Robin Dachtler, offering a surreal odyssey that navigates the often essential transformations life imposes. As the piece evolved, it increasingly symbolized the band's own brush with disbandment.

Watch the video below.

"It felt as though MAVIS was doomed just as it began to flourish. Yet, we endured those challenging times, and akin to the song, we were drawn to a faint yet alluring glimmer of hope that pierced through the gloom. Clinging to that light, we now find ourselves more united and resilient than before," reflects vocalist Phil Donay.

With its compelling narrative and emotive depth, "Calypso" emerges as a powerful anthem sure to make an enduring impact.

 Grief Is No Ally is available as CD, limited colored vinyl, together with unique merch options at the Arising Empire online shop. Pre-order here!

PHOTO CREDIT: Venera Red

The title of the record stands for 11 stories of different forms of grieving, ranging from it’s dark and negative sides to very positives and healthy aspects of embracing grief to let go. MAVIS planned the release of a full length in 2020 but were already struck with multiple setbacks in their young history. Not only the beginning of the pandemic hit them right at the start but lineup changes because of illness, mental issues or members growing apart from making music entirely. Just as they booked live shows again roughly 1.5 years ago, their bad luck peaked in a studio fire in which they lost instruments, equipment, and all merchandise. Right around that time, the two remaining members of MAVIS found new drive as they could complete the line up once again. Since then, the musicians worked tirelessly on putting all their experiences into the songs that now make this jewel of a debut record. They went into the studio with a "nothing is holy" attitude to produce the best music they can and their efforts paid off as finally everyone can hear.

MAVIS ARE:
Phil Donay — Vocals
Manu Weller — Guitar
Mo Amrein — Guitar
Jakob Schulz-Klein — Drums