Invent Animate Release New Single "Sleepless Deathbed" + Visualizer via UNFD

Atmospheric metalcore trailblazers Invent Animate are kicking off 2024 by releasing their new single "Sleepless Deathbed" and the accompanying visualizer (via UNFD). Prior to today, the band released the titular album title track "Heavener" and the official music video from their phenomenal latest album. When asked about the inspiration behind today's release, the band shared:

"The song is about hallucinating a state of your own death and being stuck in that lifeless plane of constant and repeating discomfort. Where all your bad memories, big and small, are falling down on you in the form of rain and making you feel it all again, physically all at once. At a point, you start to think this might be death and that it might be like this forever. It weighs you down so much that your ground melts and you fall down through a static space through your own memories. The fall becomes the sleepless deathbed, where you’ve come to serve until the end of time. This is one of those songs that was written naturally, we knew we wanted something fast and heavy and we knew lyrics needed to represent physical panic."

Stream "Sleepless Deathbed" here and watch the visualizer below.

Invent Animate's North American fans have the opportunity to see the band's phenomenal live show now alongside Beartooth, The Plot In You, and Sleep Theory. Tickets are going fast with many dates already sold out, so be sure to get yours at the link here and watch this space for more Invent Animate news coming soon.

North American Tour 2024 Dates:

Jan 19: Toronto, ON @ History (Sold Out)

Jan 20: Montreal, QB @ M Telus (Sold Out)

Jan 21: Boston, MA @ House of Blues (Sold Out)

Jan 23: Philadelphia, PA @ Franklin Music Hall (Sold Out)

Jan 24: Pittsburgh, PA @ Roxian (Sold Out)

Jan 26: New York, NY @ Palladium Times Square (Sold Out)

Jan 27: Baltimore, MD @ Rams Head (Sold Out)

Jan 28: Norfolk, VA @ The NorVA (Sold Out)

Jan 30: Atlanta, GA @ Tabernacle (Sold Out)

Jan 31: Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore (Sold Out)

Feb 2: Charleston, SC @ Charleston Music Hall (Sold Out)

Feb 3: Orlando, FL @ House of Blues (Sold Out)

Feb 11: Tampa, FL @ Jannus (Sold Out)

Feb 13: Huntsville, AL @ Mars Music Hall (Sold Out)

Feb 14: New Orleans, LA @ House of Blues (Sold Out)

Feb 15: Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall (Sold Out)

Feb 17: San Antonio, TX @ Boeing Center at Tech Port - Low Tickets

Feb 18: Dallas, TX @ House of Blues (Sold Out)

Feb 20: Phoenix, AZ @ Van Buren (Sold Out)

Feb 21: San Diego, CA @ Soma 

Feb 22: Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern - Low Tickets

Feb 24: Sacramento, CA @ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino(Sold Out) 

Feb 25: Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom (Sold Out) 

Feb 27: Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo (Sold Out)

Feb 28: Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory (Sold Out)

Mar 1: Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory (Sold Out)

Mar 2: Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex - Low Tickets

Mar 3: Denver, CO @ The Fillmore - Low Tickets

Mar 5: Fargo, ND @ Sanctuary Events Center (Sold Out)

Mar 6: St. Paul, MN @ Myth Live

Mar 8: Chicago, IL @ Riviera - Low Tickets

Mar 9: Madison, WI @ The Sylvee (Sold Out)

Mar 10: Sauget, IL @ Pop's - Low Tickets

Mar 12: Indianapolis, IN @ Egyptian Room - Low Tickets

Mar 13: Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works (Sold Out) 

Mar 14: Fort Wayne, IN @ The Clyde Theater

Half Me Share "Quitter Talk" Video

Half Me made a striking entry into the heavy music world with their debut album SOMA — which blended metal, hardcore, and experimental styles. The powerful riffs and reflective lyrics turned heads and caught ears.

They are back and more heated than ever, following up on the previous single "Concrete Ceiling" with "Quitter Talk."

Losing a battle, fighting a war. On their new single "Quitter Talk," Half Me deal with inner turmoil manifesting in addiction — loud and without compromise.

Watch the video below.

Stream the song here.

"Half Me have unveiled a monstrous statement of intent" — 8/10 Metal Hammer

"SOMA is how you get attention. Soma is how you make people notice you" — GBHBL

"Extremely well-written, well-produced, and well-performed on every front" — The Soundboard Reviews

PHOTO: Jana Boese

Stream, order SOMA now as CD, limited colored vinyl and exclusive merch options at the Arising Empire Shop.

HALF ME ARE:
Christopher Zühlke — Vocals
Christopher Hesse — Guitar
Julius Jansen — Guitar
Tobias Max Sajons — Bass
Maximilian Eisersdorff — Drums

Dalton Dover Releases Heartfelt Cover of "Take Me Home, Country Roads"

MusicRow-dubbed “master country talent” Dalton Dover is kicking off 2024 with a return to his roots as he debuts a heartfelt cover of John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” released via UMG Nashville/Mercury Records.
 
“Growing up, this one was a fun singalong, but now I like to play when I’m feeling a little homesick while I’m touring,” shares Dover. “It’s a little reminder that soon enough, I’ll be on those roads that lead me back home.”

After honing his live show with festival dates and supporting acts such as Luke Combs, Tyler Hubbard, Sam Hunt, Parker McCollum, Justin Moore and Chase Rice, Dover is gearing up to embark on his first headlining club tour with his Never Giving Up On That Tour, kicking off Feb. 23 among dates on Larry Fleet’s The Earned It Tour. Tickets are on sale now at DaltonDoverOfficial.com.
 
Named a Tidal Artist to Watch 2024, Pandora 2023 Artist to Watch, an Amazon Music 2023 Breakthrough Artist to Watch: Country Class and a member of CMT’s LISTEN UP 2023 Class, Dover recently released an eight-song collection with Never Giving Up On That, featuring his most-added radio debut “Giving Up On That.” The official music video for premiered with CMT, CMT Music, CMT.com and Paramount’s Times Square Billboard. Directed by Tristan Cusick, the video was filmed near Dover’s hometown in Rome, Georgia.Watch it HERE.

Dover is signed with United Talent Agency for worldwide booking representation in all areas, along with Sony Music Publishing Nashville in partnership with Droptine Music Publishing. For more information, visit DaltonDoverOfficial.com or follow along on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and Facebook.

Dalton Dover Tour Dates
 
Jan. 19                         KFRG Riverside 34th Birthday Bash            Cabazon, CA
Jan. 29-Feb. 1             Boots on the Beach                                         Punta Canta, Dominican Republic
Feb. 13                        Grand Ole Opry                                              Nashville, TN
Feb. 15                        ETSU Martin Center for the Arts*                 Johnson City, TN
Feb. 16                        The Ritz*                                                         Raleigh, NC
Feb. 17                        Tabernacle*                                                     Atlanta, GA
Feb. 23                        Proud Larry’s                                                  Oxford, MS
Feb. 24                        Hub City Brewing                                           Jackson, TN
Feb. 29                        Iron City Bham*                                             Birmingham, AL
March 1                       The Fillmore Charlotte*                                 Charlotte, NC
March 2                       The National*                                                 Richmond, VA
March 14                     Jannus Live*                                                   St. Petersburg, FL
March 15                     The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon*               Fort Myers, FL
March 16                     Clewiston Sugar Festival                                Clewiston, FL
April 5                         House of Blues – Bronze Peacock                 Houston, TX
April 6                         The Lot                                                           Mansfield, TX
April 11                       40 Watt Club                                                   Athens, GA
April 12                       The Barrelhouse Ballroom                             Chattanooga, TN
April 13                       The Open Chord                                             Knoxville, TN
April 20                       Coast City Country                                        Vancouver, Canada
April 26                       Terminal South                                               Tifton, GA
April 28                       Capitol Theatre                                               Macon, GA
June 20-22                  Country Jam                                                    Mack, CO
June 28                        Country Fest 2024                                          Cadott, WI
July 4                          I-105 Country Freedom Fest                           Quarryville, PA

*Supporting Larry Fleet

About Dalton Dover
Lauded by MusicRow as a “master country talent,” Dalton Dover’s debut radio single “Giving Up On That” via UMG Nashville/Mercury Records was the most-added track at Country Radio upon its debut with 60 first week adds, and it can be found on his latest EP Never Giving Up On That, featuring eight tracks including “Night To Go,” “Baby I Am,” “Hear About A Girl,” and more. Named a Tidal Artist to Watch 2024, Pandora 2023 Artist to Watch, an Amazon Music 2023 Breakthrough Artist to Watch: Country Class and a member of CMT’s LISTEN UP 2023 Class, he will embark on his headlining Never Giving Up On That Tour in early 2024. Dover made his Grand Ole Opry debut in December 2022, followed by his international debut in 2023 at C2C: Country to Country Festival’s CMA Songwriters Series before joining Chase Rice on the Way Down Yonder Tour. This summer, Dover performed across four stages at CMA Fest, including the Nissan Stadium Platform stage and played Luke Combs’ Whiskey Jam Bootleggers Tailgate Party at Gillette Stadium in July. By the age of 16, Dover had picked up a guitar and started teaching himself to play, yet it was his grandfather who turned him on to country music and artists such as Keith Whitley, Rhett Akins, Joe Diffie and Steve Wariner. Performances at local bars soon followed along with sharing covers of some of his favorite songs on TikTok. It was there he caught the ear of producer Matt McV and A&R veteran and founder of Droptine, Jim Catino, who quickly signed Dover. His debut track “You Got a Small Town,” produced by McV, quickly garnered critical acclaim from Billboard, MusicRow, Country Now and Wide Open Country. With his debut and his follow-up “Baby I Am” earning notable playlisting, Dover was named a Spotify Hot Country 2022 Artist to Watch along with a spotlight as Billboard’s February Country Rookie of the Month and a nod for MusicRow’s 2022 Discovery Artist of the Year. For more information, visit DaltonDoverOfficial.com or follow along on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and Facebook.

AMERICAN IDOL SEASON 21 FINALIST AND 19 RECORDINGS/BMG POP VOCALIST, PERFORMER, AND SONGWRITER HAVEN MADISON RELEASES “SKY UP” FROM FORTHCOMING EP

American Idol Season 21 finalist and 19 Recordings/BMG pop vocalist, performer, and songwriter Haven Madison, announces her brand-new track, “Sky Up.” Available today along with an official animation video, the song serves as the premiere release in anticipation of Madison’s five-track studio EP TURN OFF ALL THE LIGHTS that will drop worldwide on April 26. Listen to “Sky Up” and pre-order/pre-save/pre-add the EP here and watch the official animation video below.

A rare, young artist with a vision and a message for the world, Madison delivers a powerfully haunting ballad with “Sky Up” - a song about feeling like the depths of your emotions are a weight, bringing down someone you love. The official animated video for “Sky Up” features the Oscar Shortlisted, Annie Nominated, AACTA winning Australian short film “Lost & Found.” The stop motion animated short, paired with Madison’s song, tells a moving and powerful story about connection and tug at the heart strings as a clumsy crochet dinosaur must unravel itself to save the love of its life.

“‘Sky Up’ came together like it was in my bones just waiting to be found,” says Madison. “From the moment I listened to the demo to now, it has continued to move me in a way that no other song of mine has. It’s so vulnerable, raw, and dives into a feeling I’m sure everyone has felt but has not been able to describe. I cannot wait for people to listen and find their own truth to its music and art.”

The piano-driven “Sky Up” was written by Madison and songwriter/producer Dave Pittenger. Named a Hitmaker by Variety magazine and nominated for a GRAMMY in 2023 for Song of the Year, Pittenger also serves as producer on Madison’s upcoming debut EP. Pittenger had a multi-week global smash hit with “abcdefu” (GAYLE), which spent several weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s Global 200, as well as the Billboard Top 40 airplay chart.

“Sky Up” showcases Madison’s immense talent as a singer/songwriter and powerful vocalist and follows on the heels of her successful run as a Top 8 finalist on ABC’s American Idol where she performed her own originals like the wistful “Fifteen” and heartfelt “Still Need You” that she wrote about her brother’s fight against depression and suicide. Earning instant praise from judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan, as well as guest judge Ed Sheeran, Madison’s viral duet performance of “Still Need You” with Perry catapulted her into the spotlight, garnering the admiration of millions of viewers and fans.

Hailed as “the next big pop star” by Perry, Madison is no stranger to the music business. Having grown up in a music family touring the world, she discovered her passion for performing and songwriting at an early age. Her run on American Idol only fueled her hunger, leading Madison to immediately return to Nashville, post-show, and get to work in the studio. Turning to her passion for songwriting, she journaled her way into crafting an honest, coming of age collection of songs that comprise her upcoming EP, Turn Off All The Lights.

Look for Madison’s official music video for “Sky Up” that will also premiere worldwide on Thursday, Jan. 25. 

About 19 Recordings:

19 Recordings is an LA–based record label owned by Sony Pictures’ 19 Entertainment. Founded in London in 1999 as the music division of 19 Entertainment, the label was one of the top record imprints as compiled by Billboard in 2012. 19 Recordings has been a part of the successful music careers of platinum artists Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Daughtry, Phillip Phillips, Lauren Alaina, Gabby Barrett, and Chayce Beckham, among many others.

 

About BMG:

BMG is the world’s fourth-biggest music company, the first new global player in the music business of the streaming age, and a record label and music publisher in one. Named in 2020 one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company, BMG’s pitch is unique – a relentless focus on fairness and transparency and service to its artist and songwriter clients. BMG’s 20 offices across 12 core music markets now represent over three million songs and recordings, including many of the most renowned and successful catalogs in popular music history. BMG’s fresh approach includes production music, films, books, artist management, merchandise, neighboring rights, and live as well as music publishing and recordings off the same service platform. BMG is owned by international media, services and education company Bertelsmann, whose other content businesses include the broadcaster RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House and the magazine publisher Gruner + Jahr. With its multi-platform perspective, integrated technology platform and commitment to help artists maximize their income, BMG aims to be the best company in music to do business with. For more information, visit www.bmg.com. 

Photo Credit: Robby Klein

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The Dandy Warhols' Peter G. Holmström presents third Pete International Airport album 'It Felt Like the End of the World'.

From the depths of one's psyche comes 'It Felt Like The End of the World', the latest album from Pete International Airport, a.k.a. Peter G. Holmström of The Dandy Warhols, released cult label Little Cloud Records. The third album from the Portland artist, this meticulously crafted psychedelic rock journey is a journey into the dark heart of electronica. It is also a triumph of process and vision.

In 2023, PIA also released the singles 'Next of Kin' featuring Lisa Elle of Dark Horses and 'Tic Tac' as a 7" vinyl version featuring Slowdive's Rachel Goswell, pressed on translucent yellow vinyl, with the B-side featuring a remix by Anton Newcombe (The Brian Jonestown Massacre).

The album's core roster boasts the cream of the neo-psychedelic crop, of which The Dandy Warhols and their shadow, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, are the reigning kings. Members of Omniscuro, Sun Atoms, Guiding Light and Hopewell, most of whom are repeat collaborators and on-again / off-again members of the live band, give voice to the album’s elegiac thesis while adding more light and hope than could be expected from this scene, at this time in history, and in a business that was just dealt a death blow by a pandemic.

The album also features Alexander Hackett (Pang Attack), 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), this album was mastered by Dave Coley at Elysian Mastering,

'It Felt Like The End of the World' LP  https://peteinternationalairport.bandcamp.com/album/it-felt-like-the-end-of-the-world 
Vinyl order  https://bit.ly/3ZK7XNa
Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/album/17F3GvmGjaXZK7Eb28YHhL

Holmström explains, "This record was mostly written and recorded during the pandemic so sonically and lyrically it can’t help but be influenced by what we all went through.  There is a melancholy darkness as well as a peaceful beauty.  The album title came from a “fairytale/poem” that is whispered at the end of 'Sea Of Eyes'. It perfectly captures the hopeful/scary feeling of change that comes at the end of something".

Named after a Dandy Warhols song, this eclectic project nails the elusive aesthetic of unexpected yet inviting sound art. Pete International Airport's quest to build immersive soundscapes that are also classic, catchy songs is successful, in part, due to Holmström’s uncanny ability to curate and his penchant for dropping collaborators into challenging creative spaces—both virtual and actual—then letting them duke it out.

The use of repetition - visually and sonically - and the use of limitations and boundaries (i.e. every Pete International Airport record has 11 songs) cements the collection into a beautifully cohesive whole that becomes more interesting with repeated listens. Peter, his long-time collaborator / producer Jeremy Sherrer, and his stable of co-creators have given us more than one album’s worth of hooks, ideas and beauty, somehow smelting them into a single monolith of sound that is accessible from any point, celebrating a world that just keeps ending.

"Musically, this record started with an obsession on the bass tone/line from The Cure’s 'Fascination Street' and a healthy appreciation of the detail in their sonic density.  Most songs start on an acoustic, which in most cases gets muted somewhere in the process. Then layers of beats, bass lines, melodies, arpeggios, etc. get added / removed until the piece of music is interesting enough to entice someone to write lyrics and sing on it,," says Peter G. Holmström.  

"Lyrically, I might suggest a topic that captures our dark chaotic world without sounding preachy.  Sometimes the singers listen to me, other times they follow what the song makes them feel."

'It Felt Like The End of the World' is out now everywhere, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp, and on CD as a Deluxe double-album in a gatefold sleeve on transparent vinyl with an orange blob or on transparent vinyl with a purple blob. The 'Tic Tac' 7" vinyl is available on Bandcamp via Pete International Airport and The Dandy Warhols.  

CREDITS
Recorded in Portland, LA, NY, UK and Montreal
Chamber Orchestra recorded by Chris Bergstrom
Mixed by Jeremy Sherrer at Spooky Electric Co.
Mastered by Dave Coley at Elysian Mastering
Album art by Francesca Bonci
Music written by Peter G. Holmström
Vocals and lyrics by:
Alexander Hackett (Pang Attack) on 'Sea Of Eyes', 'Out Past The Razor Wire', 'No Blindfold'
Lisa Elle (Dark Horses) on 'Fluid/Flex', 'Next Of Kin'
Daniel Sparks (Omniscuro) on 'The Watermark'
Jasun Adams (Sun Atoms, The Upside Down) on 'Commercial Eyez', 'Brave New World'
Dion Lunadon (The D4, A Place To Bury Strangers) on 'Commercial Eyez'
Chuck Davis (The Guiding Light) on 'Commercial Eyez'
Jason Sebastian Russo (Hopewell, The Guiding Light) on 'The Thoughts You Won’t Think'
Rachel Goswell (Slowdive, Mojave 3) on 'Tic Tac'

Instruments performed by Peter G. Holmström except:
Jeremy Sherrer - drum programming, MPC
Paulie Pulvirenti (Elliott Smith, Number 2, Eyelids) - drum kit, toms, octobans
Gregg Williams - toms
Cory Gray (Old Unconscious / Car Crashlander / The Delines) - piano, organ, synth
Rishi Dhir (Elephant Stone) - sitar
Tom Petersson (Cheap Trick) - 12-string bass
Lisa Molinaro (Talk Demonic / Modest Mouse) - viola
Louise Woodward - composer / arranger on 'Il Canto Della Polena'
Chamber Orchestra for 'Il Canto Della Polena'
Shin-Young Kwon - violin 1
Keiko Araki - violin 2
Charles Noble - viola
Pansy Chang - cello
Jason Schooler - double bass
Joseph Berger - French horn


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THE VELDT shares 'Shallow By Shallow' single with live video footage by SIMON RAYMONDE from 1989 NYC concert

"This album is not only a historical sonic document, but it's a shimmering, charming, sensual and cinematic body of remarkable psychedelic rock that resembles nothing currently in the music sphere" ~ The Spill Magazine 


US trailblazing shoegazers The Veldt present 'Shallow by Shallow', a highlight track from their new 'Illuminated 1989' album, recently released on vinyl via Portland-based Little Cloud Records and North Carolina’s 5BC Records. 

One of the most notable first-wave shoegaze bands, formed in North Carolina in the 1980s, The Veldt revolves around identical twins Daniel Chavis (vocals, guitar) and Danny Chavis (guitar). 

'Illuminated 1989' is the original 1989 full-length record produced by Cocteau Twins' Robin Guthrie, who also remastered this album especially for vinyl. While originally intended to be the band's first album, their label Capitol Records shelved the recording and sent them back into the studio with producer Lincoln Fong (Moose, Piroshka), resulting in their first album released with the title 'Marigolds'.

"Shallow by Shallow is one of the first songs that we recorded at Cocteau Twins' studio 'September Sound' in Twickenham. It was also the opening song on our first Cocteau Twins opening slot in 1989, which was filmed live in NYC at the RITZ by Simon Raymonde of Cocteau Twins. Lincon Fong, who would go on to record our ' Marigolds' album in 1993, also joined us there on stage for the closing song 'Get Up'. We would inevitably go on to play and record with Robin Guthrie throughout the years, including for the album that is now titled 'Illuminated 1989', which we are finally able to release," says Danny Chavis.

"This is a stream of consciousness... It’s the search for the soul and the energy of the earth, out-of-body experiences, and explores how to communicate with the universe... This song also ask the universal question what is hamburger but chopped steak".

The Veldt earlier previewed the singles 'Angel Heart', 'The Everlasting Gobstopper', and 'Aurora Borealis' (featuring Elizabeth Fraser cameo on backing vocals and a B-side remix by The Veldt). The Veldt has also just wrapped up their U.S. tour, culminating in a performance at Seattle's KEXP.

The Veldt's unique sound was influenced by Cocteau Twins as readily as Marvin Gaye and free-jazz warriors Sun Ra and Pharaoh Sanders. Referencing European post-punk while embracing modern hip-hop, these trailblazers work with transient dreamscapes as fluidly as solid song structures.
 
Pitchfork included The Veldt's album 'Afrodisiac', produced by the legendary Ray Shulman (The Sundays, Bjork, The Sugarcubes) and released via Mercury Records, in the top 50 shoegaze albums ever released, while Stereogum included ‘Until You’re Forever’ in the top 31 shoegaze tracks. Their sound also inspired future generations of alternative artists, including TV On the Radio.

The Veldt's journey is fascinating. Performing since they were children, the Chavis brothers’ musical roots lead back to the church and southern juke-joints, and listening to music that included gospel, Motown and Pink Floyd. The Veldt formed in the late 80’s in Raleigh amongst the legendary North Carolina music scene of the time, initially signing with Mammoth Records - leading to a chain of major-label relationships that took the group across Europe and the U.S. playing shows with the likes of Throwing Muses, Pixies, Cocteau Twins and Jesus & Mary Chain.

After moving from Raleigh to New York, they briefly performed as Apollo Heights before returning to their original name The Veldt. Joined by Japanese bassist-programmer Hayato Nakao, they together forging music that is a heady and sensual blend of shoegaze and progressive soul, dreamy soundscapes and infectious grooves. Some of the band's recent notable releases include 'The Shocking Fuzz Of Your Electric Fur' EP (2017) and the album 'Entropy is the Mainline to God' (2022).
 
Over the years, The Veldt has collaborated with TV On The Radio, Mos Def, Lady Miss Kier (Deee-Lite), A.R.Kane and toured or played with Brian Jonestown Massacre, The Pixies, Throwing Muses, Echo & The Bunnymen, Cocteau Twins, Manic Street Preachers, Phantogram, Modern English, The Jesus and Mary Chain, Oasis, Chuck D, Living Colour and Schooly D.

The 'Illuminated 1989' album is out now on limited edition translucent pink or clear vinyl with a gatefold sleeve. It is also available from fine digital platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp.  

CREDITS
‘Illuminated 1989’ released via Little Cloud Records and 5BC Records
Danny Chavis - guitar
Daniel Chavis - vocals, guitar, lyrics
Marvin Levi - drums
Joseph Hue Boyle - bass
Elizabeth Fraser - additional vocals
Robin Guthrie - programming, additional guitars
Lincoln Fong - programming
Written by Danny and Daniel Chavis
Recorded and produced at September Sound by Robin Guthrie
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR 

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Sleep Token Announce Spring 2024 North American Headline Tour

LISTEN TO "TAKE ME BACK TO EDEN" ALBUM

SLEEP TOKEN ANNOUNCE SPRING 2024 TOUR

RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL + RED ROCKS AMPHITHEATRE SHOWS SOLD OUT WITHIN MINUTES

TOUR TO FEATURE SPECIAL GUEST EMPIRE STATE BASTARD

Sleep Token are pleased to announce their Spring 2024 headline North American tour.  These dates are in addition to the Red Rocks Amphitheatre and Radio City Music Hall dates, which were announced at the end of 2023 and sold out immediately.

Empire State Bastard will also appear.

Artists pre-sale begins 10am local time on Wednesday, January 24. Fans can sign up for pre-sale tickets here.

The public on-sale is set for Friday, January 26 at 10am local time.

Sleep Token want to give fans, not scalpers, the best chance to buy tickets at face value. For fans who purchase tickets through Ticketmaster for the "Teeth of God" tour and can't attend, they will have the option to resell their ticket to other fans at the original price paid on Ticketmaster's Face Value Exchange. To help protect the Face Value Exchange, Sleep Token have chosen to make tickets for this tour mobile only and restricted from transfer. This applies to all Ticketmaster shows except those in NY and IL, where Face Value Exchange cannot be mandated. Please note, a valid bank account or debit card within the country of your event is required to sell on the Face Value Exchange.

SLEEP TOKEN ON TOUR:
WITH EMPIRE STATE BASTARD:
4/27 — Las Vegas, NV — Sick New World* 
4/30 — Phoenix, AZ — Arizona Financial Theatre
5/1 — Albuquerque, NM — Revel
5/3 — Austin, TX — H-E-B Center at Cedar Park
5/4 — Dallas, TX — Toyota Music Factory
5/6 — Tampa, FL — Yuengling Center
5/7 — Atlanta, GA — Coca-Cola Roxy
5/8 — Asheville, NC — ExploreAsheville.com Arena
5/10 — St. Louis, MO — The Factory
5/12 — Denver, CO — Red Rocks Amphitheatre
5/14 — Des Moines, IA — Vibrant Music Hall
5/15 — Chicago, IL — The Salt Shed
5/16 — Chicago, IL — The Salt Shed
5/18 — Columbus, OH — Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival*
5/19 — Pittsburgh, PA — Petersen Events Center 
5/20 — Philadelphia, PA — The Met Philadelphia
5/22 — New York City, NY — Radio City Music Hall
5/24 — Boston, MA — MGM Music Hall at Fenway
5/25 — Montreal, QC — Place Bell
5/27 — Toronto, ON — Massey Hal
5/28 — Toronto, ON — Massey Hall
*Festival Appearance

Sleep Token released their third studio album, Take Me Back To Eden, via Spinefarm, last May. Listen here.  The artist also enjoyed a completely sold-out North American tour this past fall. Additionally, Revolver is celebrating Sleep Token as its Artist of the Year with a special collector's edition. Get it here.

ABOUT SLEEP TOKEN:
2023 was the year of Sleep Token and 2024 is looking to be much the same.

The album has generated 400 million streams, whilst standout single "The Summoning" has generated 150 million streams alone, causing the track to trend on Twitter and take the #1 song spot on a host of international Spotify viral charts, as well as being selected as a "YouTube Trending Artist On The Rise," featuring on YouTube's homepage, viewed by millions of people every day. 

The unprecedented accolades keep rolling in, between the fact that ST has never played a headline show in the UK that didn't sell out, "Aqua Regia" picking up consistent airplay on the Radio One "Future Sounds" show hosted by Clara Amfo, plus huge pop star Demi Lovato sharing Sleep Token's music with her 153 million Instagram followers, Sleep Token consistently smash boundaries that they refused to acknowledge in the first place. 

And even though Sleep Token notoriously do not speak to the press (out of necessity, not ego or gimmick), media can't help but write about the phenomenon, reporting on the band's every move; NME note, "Sleep Token offer their fans an entire world to immerse themselves in if they so wish. It's a place of escapism, and the foundation of a huge fan community that's dedicated to studying the band's creativity. While they have the same fervor as any other fandom, there's still a notable difference." Elsewhere, Metal Hammer called them "the most exciting band in metal right now."

ABOUT EMPIRE STATE BASTARD
Having recently released their widely celebrated debut album Rivers of Heresy, Empire State Bastard is led by Simon Neil (Biffy Clyro) and Mike Vennart (Biffy Clyro live guitarist and solo artist, ex-Oceansize), and features the legendary Dave Lombardo (Slayer, Testament, Mr. Bungle) on drums, with Naomi Macleod (Bitch Falcon) rounding out the live line-up on bass.  The concept for Empire State Bastard emerged when Neil and Vennart would spend downtime on tour sitting at the back of their bus sharing the heaviest, most avant-garde and confrontational music they could find.  Now, a decade on from its conception, the project has finally come to fruition with the release of Rivers of Heresy, a collection of songs which adventurously probes slamming hardcore in the vein of Siege; the frenetic, visceral thrash of Slayer; the claustrophobic sludge of Melvins; the freeform vocal dexterity of Mike Patton; and the gargantuan stoner riffs of Sleep. Empire State Bastard is a band that’s rooted in the tradition of metal’s forefathers but informed by more recent waves of leftfield aggression.

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Myrath Share New Single And Video "Into the Light"

NEW ALBUM KARMA OUT MARCH 8

Myrath present "Into the Light," an emotionally charged anthem that embodies the transformative journey from despair to empowerment. Lyrics like"Overcome the weakness and the pain, how much of your life you’ll lose in vain, now it’s your call either embrace the night or dive into the light" describe the struggles against inner darkness, capture the essence of resilience.

 The lyrics deliver a powerful melody that complements the message, making "Into the Light" a guiding voice to strength and courage in troubled times. For everyone seeking solace in the music they listen to in times where life is uncertain and presents you with difficulty, "Into the Light" can be the bridge to inner peace.

Listen to "Into the Light" here.

Watch the video below.

"Myrath from Tunisia might just be the most underrated band ever. Their new album really excites me — they have something fresh and back it up with a great stage show. They played a tiny stage at Wacken where nobody brings more than guitars and amps, and brought a two-truck production. It was amazing!," says Pär Sundström of Sabaton

"There are too many great songs on this album to pick favorites" — 9/10, Powerplay (UK)

"This band will explode internationally in 2024" — Fireworks (UK)

As the sands of time continued to shape their journey, Myrath's relentless dedication led to the creation of their forthcoming album Karma, slated for release on March 8 via earMUSIC as limited transparent red LP, black LP, and Digipak. The forthcoming opus promises to be a testament to their evolution, delivering a sonic tapestry woven from passion and innovation.

With Karma, Myrath solidify their sound — a powerful and captivating blend of Eastern melodies and Western heavy metal. From the epic opening track "To The Stars" to the hauntingly beautiful "Child Of Prophecy," this album will take you on a theatrical journey through a world of myth and legend. 

Featuring soaring vocals, intricate guitar riffs, and complex percussion, Karma showcases the virtuosity and creativity that have made Myrath one of the most exciting and innovative bands in the genre. With its stunning production and lush soundscapes, this album is sure to be a classic for years to come.

Unsufferable Release Self-Titled EP Via Iodine // Watch "Enemy of the State" Lyric Video❗

UNSUFFERABLE TO RELEASE SELF-TITLED EP VIA IODINE RECORDINGS

FULL-LENGTH PLANNED FOR 2025

Formed in early 2023, Unsufferable features Robert Fish (108, Ressurection, The Judas Factor, etc.), Dave Buschemeyer (Omen Astra, New Day Rising, Spread the Disease, etc.), and Ryan McInturff (The Fault of Man, Bloodjinn, etc.). Loud, heavy, and unrelenting, Unsufferable create a soundtrack for the collision of one's aspiration for a free and loving world against the reality of a world seemingly determined to destroy itself and any sense of humanity and compassion that remains.

In the spring of 2023, Unsufferable recorded a two-song self-titled EP. 

"Enemy of the State" offers an unapologetic challenge to those who seek to mandate what a woman can and cannot do with her body. "Picking rights off, one by one, it's easy to feel free until you're the one" stands as a reminder that the assault on a woman's right to choose is but the beginning. Watch the lyric video below.

The second song, "Revisionist," makes the case that, as a society, we cannot heal or prosper until we acknowledge and learn from our blood-soaked history.

Unsufferable recently partnered with Iodine Recordings to release their self-titled EP, followed by an LP, which will be recorded over the coming months and released in 2025.

Pre-order the physical EP, out March 1, here. The digital version is out now.

Swedish Dark Metallers THE VICE Celebrate Album Release with "Lit de Parade" Music Video; New Album Out Now!

Swedish Dark Metallers The Vice have unleashed their highly anticipated album Dead Canary Run today, available via Noble Demon. This release marks a significant milestone in the band's history as it is the first time their music will be available on vinyl.

To commemorate the release of their new record, The Vice has unveiled a gloomy music video for their latest single, "Lit de Parade". The band comments:

"'Lit De Parade' is a colorful display of the many elements coming together on our new album 'Dead Canary Run'. From the marching drums, the gloomy yet hopeful choirs, the guitar-driven melodies and eerie interludes, to the piano encapsulating it all. It's a procession in honour of our craft, at full speed heading towards the nearest concrete wall."

Watch the video for "Lit De Parade" here:

Stream the album HERE

Building upon the foundations set by their previous work - the band's unique blend of filthy rock, blackened metal, gothic influences and death-ridden pop - Dead Canary Run takes listeners down a deranged path that The Vice has masterfully crafted over the years. With an eclectic mix of genres thriving like never before, the album promises to captivate fans with its raw energy and infectious melodies. While some elements may feel familiar, there are numerous new levels that The Vice has reached with this new offering. Collaborating with an old partner in crime, Joel Öhman, who added his piano skills to a couple of songs, The Vice emerged from studio "Underjord" late last Summer with an album they couldn't be more proud of. Dead Canary Runserves as a testament to the band's growth since their recent full-length album White Teeth Rebellion, showcasing their passion and determination, with their amps cranked up to 11.

Dead Canary Run is out now on Noble Demon and available for purchase at THIS LOCATION

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Charlie - Bass
Petter - Drums
Guest appearance by Joel Öhman (Piano)

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The Intemperate Sons Release New Single "Once Again" via FRAME|WORK

ndie rock band The Intemperate Sons released their new single "Once Again" off the yet to be released, Dark Day’s Night LP (set for early 2024). This track was produced by Amir Derakh and The Intemperate Sons. It was recorded at The Kitchen Recording Studios in Dallas, TX. "Once Again" takes the outsider look of someone hellbent on making the worst of a bad situation and all of the negative energy radiating from their aura.

The Intemperate Sons release all their music through the Frame|Work record label at the direction of Amir Derakh, Ryan Shuck, and Denny Sanders at The Label Group. A brand-new music video for the single will be released on 1/26/2024 to YouTube. All Intemperate Sons’ tracks are mixed by Amir Derakh in Long Beach, CA. All mastering is done by Mike Marsh Mastering in the U.K.

The Intemperate Sons emerged onto the rock scene in the summer of 2019 in Dallas, TX, to bring their distinct sound to the genre. A deep love for music brought family members Keith Watson (drums), Jake Watson (guitars) and Max Watson (vocals, guitars, keys) together along with close friend Mark Marks, who provides the groove on bass to unite everything together. The band's sound has been described as a 90's alternative style that is obsessed with the 70's.

Keith is well acquainted with entertaining massive crowds of concert goers and has played with many successful bands in Dallas, such as Gun Hill, Natural Born Thrillers and Agents of Solace, on top of opening for Lynch Mob, Joe Lynn Turner and Sponge. He is the primary lyricist for the band and has written the music for some of their most successful songs, including “Dust to Dust,” “The Color Within,” and “Unrealized.”

Multi-talented and gifted with the ability to play various instruments, Max is also the lead vocalist of the group. Along with being musically dexterous, he has also collaborated with Keith to write lyrics on the released songs “Going Crazy” and “Way Back When.” In the studio, Max usually surmounts expectations and goes above and beyond to prepare prior to a session with his own vocal harmonies.

Jake is the song architect of the Sons and extremely instrumental in the crafting of the music. His inventive ways of bringing lyrics to life in clever ways are unprecedented and fascinating to see in the studio setting. He is a prolific writer of music as well and is credited with helping create the songs “What’s Done is Done,” “Remission,” “Way Back When” and “Wading in the Gray.” Both Max and he play lead guitar on many of the songs as well. The other members of the band fondly refer to him as the “art director” since he enjoys taking charge in those areas for the group.

Prolific and unifying, Mark is an accomplished bass player and well known in Dallas. He was in the regionally successful band, Haggard, and had opened for Sebastian Bach of Skid Row. His input in song writing has been invaluable to the process of creating captivating melodies.

Despite the pandemic putting a pause on many major events, The Intemperate Sons lived up to their name and let nothing hold them back from making music. Constantly hard at work in the studio, they have collaborated with Amir Derakh (Julien-K, Dead by Sunrise, Orgy, Rough Cutt) and Ryan Shuck (Julien-K, Adema, Dead by Sunrise, Orgy). Both have lent their musical talents to various songs and ultimately have brought the Sons on to their label, Frame|Work. This led the band to also recently join the management roster at The Label Group. Ryan worked with Amir to produce the band’s upcoming track, “Game of Keep Away,”and has had a huge impact on the group. He’s been especially influential on Max’s vocal melodies and delivery. Amir also plays guitar on this latest ballad and has been mixing all of the band’s music as well as performing on multiple songs.

Another notable collaboration has been with Tony Franklin (The Firm, Roy Harper, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Whitesnake), primarily on the first album, The Color Within. He has been a valuable friend of the band and has played bass on some of their best tracks from that album, including “Running Man,” “Dust to Dust” and “The Color Within.”

The Intemperate Sons’ take on alternative rock is a dark and powerful concoction of hard rock mixed with folk and grunge concepts. The band has earned a serious reputation for writing and performing tracks that scratch deep into the backbone of the human experience. There is no shortage of darkness in their writing style, which has a retro vibe with many guitar-driven tracks stacked on top of a groovy rhythm section. The heavier style fits perfectly with the two and three-part vocal harmonies that are a huge part of their overall sound. It has been said that musicians that are related form unique sounds and communicate at a frequency only they can understand. This frequency has become engrained in their songwriting, arrangements, guitar melodies and vocal harmonies. The band has been compared to Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots and even R.E.M.

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Spoken feat. Brian 'Head' Welch; New Single "Anymore"

Spoken have their brand new single, "Anymore" feat. Brian 'Head' Welch today, The new track is the second to be released off their upcoming album, 'Reflection' which is set to be released on March 15th via XOVR Records - the new label venture between Brian 'Head' Welch (Korn and Love and Death) and his long-time personal manager, David W. Williams. Spoken are the label's inaugural signing featuring Welch’s Love and Death guitarist and bandmate, JR Bareis. Furthering the connection, Welch also appears on today's release, lending his inimitable vocal stylings to the track. Stream "Anymore" HERE and watch the visualizer HERE or by clicking below.

Speaking on his involvement with singing the band and performing on their new track, Brian 'Head' Welch shares

"Collaborating with Matt Baird on Love and Death's first record with the cover song "Whip It" from Devo happened years ago, so jumping on their track "Anymore" was long overdue!It was great to pick up the mic again, to do some vocals, especially because this song crushes! It's hard and aggressive in all the right ways, but the chorus has such a great hook that I think this will be one of the fan favorites off Spoken's new album, Reflection."

'Reflection' marks a significant milestone for Spoken, coming seven years after their last album. With an intriguing blend of melody, aggression, thought-provoking lyrics, dynamic guitar riffs, and meticulously crafted drums, the album is poised to be a favourite among fans and a catalyst for garnering a new wave of followers. 'Reflection' is not just an album; it's an exploration of the journey of life, a testament to resilience and the power of moving forward with hope. A limited number of special pre-order bundles are available now HERE, featuring new merch, autographed collectibles and more. 

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Kenny's "Take Her Home" Vid Evokes Innocence & A Chance

It’s been four years since Kenny Chesney created new music for No Shoes Nation. During that time, he got to reflect on some of the great songs he’s written and been able to record, the kinds of songs that helped make him the artist with the most No. 1’s in Billboard’s Country Airplay category. And when the East Tennessee songwriter/superstar heard “Take Her Home,” he responded because – like Academy of Country Music Single of the Year “The Good Stuff,” “Don’t Blink” or even “There Goes My Life” – it served as a series of snapshots that marked pivotal moments in how love happens.
 
When it came time for a video for the song currently moving up the chart, the man known for his high energy shows and stadium-sized summers wanted something decidedly different. As he explains of the creative mandate for the video for “Take Her Home,” “Everything about this song is a little movie. Each verse is its own act, and you can see all the details if you’re listening. The deep cut Cheap Trick on a jukebox in a crowded bar... the pink and black suitcases... even the little baby in the last verse. There’s so much detail, people can see it in their heads.
 
“I wanted to figure a way that mirrors the innocence in this song. I wanted something that wouldn’t take away what someone else was seeing when they saw the video. It seems like the opposite from what you might do, but I think it’ll make sense when people see it.”
 
Simple and straightforward, the “Take Her Home” video leaves lots of room for people to populate with their own images, their own life’s story even. While Chesney serves as the clip’s narrator, an old school video effect turns the action into a slightly distorted set of vignettes that follow the storyline without overwhelming viewers’ own inner movies.
 
“Songs like ‘Take Her Home’ deserve to paint pictures for the listeners,” Chesney continues. “When you can see yourself, or your friends, or someone you know in a song, that’s when a song will last long after it’s done playing. To me, this song has that potential for people... and as much as I like making videos, I also know the power of No Shoes Nation’s ability to live in my songs.”
 
Watch the video for “Take Her Home” below.

Having announced the March 29 release of BORN, his greatly anticipated album, Chesney is moving the creative process forward with purpose. Not only is he delivering the video from “Take Her Home” directly to his fans, he’s finalizing the track listing for his first new music since 2020.
 
Defining his place in American music by distilling the best part of being young, alive and seeking what the world has to offer, that hunger for music and life as it’s lived continues fueling Chesney’s work. As the chiming acoustically-grounded life-in-three-acts “Take Her Home” continues its rise up the charts, currently #27, it’s hitting a note for listeners who’ve been there.
 
With his Sun Goes Down 2024 Tour adding an unprecedented third show at Foxborough, Mass.’s Gillette Stadium, Chesney’s ability to make common moments remarkable brings No Shoes Nation together summer after summer. “Take Her Home” is part of that magic.

MADELINE MERLO UNVEILS RAW AND PERSONAL TRACK “MAKEUP” VIA BBR MUSIC GROUP/ STONEY CREEK RECORDS

NBC’s Songland Season 2 premiere winner & 2x CCMA winning vocalist Madeline Merlo releases her most personal song to date, “Makeup.” The poignant tune questions the unchangeable nature of inherent traits, actions and viewpoints emphasizing that certain characteristics are innate, but behavior and perspective are not. Via vulnerable and introspective lyrics, "Makeup" encourages listeners to embrace their unique identity recognizing that you don't have to pass on generational flaws and trauma. Stream/download HERE.

 

“I started this song shortly after I left a therapy session," said Merlo. “It took me a while to realize that I am the product of two people who should have never been married. In that session, my therapist established a valid point that stuck with me that went something like, ‘So many things will be passed down to you but that doesn’t mean you have to take them.’ I went home and started stomping this out on the treadmill and before I knew it, I had a first verse and chorus.”

 

Merlo bares her soul with this release, addressing the complexities of relationships and the transformative power of self-acceptance. The song serves as a testament to Merlo's growth as an artist and as a person, inviting fans to connect with her on a deeply personal level. Fans can expect an accompanying music video for "Makeup," adding a visual dimension to the emotional depth of the song and promising to be a cinematic journey, further enhancing the narrative woven into the lyrics.

 

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

About Madeline Merlo:

Award-winning songwriter and “rising Country star” (Country Now) Madeline Merlo “has long made a career by telling big emotional stories in the span of 3 minute or so songs” (American Songwriter). After scoring impressive Canadian radio play and winning the Canadian Country Music Association’s Rising Star Award (and being nominated twice for Female Artist of the Year), the “breakout talent” (American Songwriter) released a super-charged new song “Same Car” along with her spirited four-track EP Slide. Produced by Zach Crowell (Dierks Bentley, Sam Hunt, Dustin Lynch) and backed by iridescent beats, Merlo’s collection of songs — all co-written by Merlo — deliver powerful female stories, from budding romances, to growing up, to the lessons learned in between. Winner of the season 2 premiere of the NBC songwriting reality TV series Songland, the Canadian songstress’ captivating track “Champagne Night,” recorded and released by Lady A, went on to be a three-week No. 1 song on US Country radio and earned her the 2021 Canadian Country Music Association Award for Songwriter of the Year. A captivating addition to her repertoire showcasing her authentic storytelling and powerful vocals, Merlo released “Tim + Faith” in September 2023, infused with the warm feeling of everlasting love, the melodious ode and moving tribute pays homage to 90s Country music and the devoted marriage between country music power couple, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill. Following the release of “Tim + Faith” was a sensational joint release featuring Merlo’s original track "Take a Broken Heart” and her stunning rendition of Keith Urban's iconic song, "You'll Think of Me.” The latest from Merlo is one of her most personal songs to date. The poignant tune, titled “Makeup”, delves into the emotional struggle everyone faces when they muster up the courage to embrace their full self by pushing aside the fears associated with breaking away from often inherited traits, actions and viewpoints from the generation before us.

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ALT-POP ARTIST, DELA KAY UNLEASHES “IDWTAY” The Ultimate 'Situationship' Anthem

Alt-Pop sensation Dela Kay is ringing in the new year with the drop of her latest single, "IDWTAY" (I don’t wanna think about

you) – an anthem delving into the complexities of modern dating. The track explores the relatable concept of a "situationship," where one decides to move forward with a new connection, yet the lingering thoughts of a past flame persist. It's that powerful girl anthem about moving on but also still leaning into your toxic tendencies, wanting the old person to feel a little jealous while you do it. With a mix of fun, sexiness, and upbeat aggression, "IDWTAY" is poised to become the go-to song for those navigating the delicate balance between moving on and embracing lingering feelings.

Dela Kay, who hails from the vibrant music scene of Nashville, TN, describes "IDWTAY" as one of her personal favorites among the new songs she plans to release in 2024. Drawing inspiration from artists such as The Maine, Maggie Lindemann, Paramore, and Avril Lavigne, Dela Kay continues to embrace her Alternative roots while crafting music that is both authentic and edgy. The track follows the success of her previous single, "Let You Down," which has amassed over 125K streams and secured a spot on Shazam's Best New Music Apple Playlist. "Let You Down" explored the intricate dynamics of modern relationships, showcasing Dela Kay's ability to craft songs that resonate with listeners on a deep, emotional level.

Dela Kay, who identifies as a songwriter first and foremost, believes that this phase of her career is her most authentic to date. With a commitment to releasing a series of singles throughout 2024, she is determined to leave a lasting impression and make her mark on the music industry with her unique voice and perspective. "I hope to make a lasting impression, making my artistic mark with authenticity and edginess. I think women have a voice and I intend to use mine and don’t plan on stopping until I have everyone’s attention," passionately expresses Dela Kay.

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Hailing from Nashville, TN, music was always a big part of the household for Dela Kay. Seeing the emotional connection a personal song could make fueled her desire to write and to be a storyteller. She studied musical theater at The Chicago College of Performing Arts at the Theatre Conservatory of Roosevelt University, where she grew creatively in many ways, but ultimately felt a strong call back to her roots of songwriting. “I will always love life in the theater. But there is something so much more satisfying to me when I create something uniquely mine, from my heart, using my own words and music. I draw from the scars of broken relationships just as easily as the joy and celebration of being young and free.”

In 2014, her electro-pop style began to emerge through a collaboration with Grammy-winning singer/songwriter and producer, Femke Weidema; which eventually led to her first electro-pop/European-infused single release, “9 out of 10,” as Dela Kay in 2016. Named by Earmilk as an artist who was gifted “with a rich, distinctive vocal style” for her 2018 release of “Make You Mine,” Dela Kay went on to continue releasing singles and garnering hundreds of thousands of streams. In 2019 Dela Kay released “All My Love” through Sony Music,

which ended up charting 49 on the top 150 global artist charts for Digital Radio Tracker as well as in the top ten for the Top Independent Charts. The release of “Think About You” shortly followed, which ended up becoming Dela’s highest-streamed song to date with almost 800k streams and counting. After a brief hiatus, Dela Kay marked her return by debuting a new, more alternative sound in 2021 with the release of “The Worst Part,” via Wonderland Magazine.

Encouraged by the positive feedback, Dela Kay delved deeper into this new sound with the release of "Old News," a collaboration with Ryan Dulude and Rikki Jo Randall. Closing out 2022, Dela Kay touched hearts with "Daughter," a poignant song dedicated to her father. This track marked a departure from her usual upbeat style, embracing a more folk-driven alternative sound, rich in vulnerability and cinematic storytelling. With the release of “Let You Down” in 2023, Dela Kay began her new journey with a wave of fresh content continuing throughout 2024. Looking ahead, Dela Kay plans to embark on a West Coast tour in the spring and summer, bringing her music and unique brand of storytelling to audiences far and wide

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OUT NOW: Lord Dying's 'Clandestine Transcendence' LP

The second installment of a planned trilogy, Clandestine Transcendence picks up where 2019’s critically adored Mysterium Tremendum left off. Mysterium Tremendum began a narrative centered on a central character the band calls The Dreamer, an immortal being who wants to die. 

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On Clandestine Transcendence, LORD DYING co-founders Erik Olson (guitar, vocals) and Chris Evans (guitar) are joined by Alyssa Maucere (former bassist for Eight Bells) and Kevin Swartz (current drummer of Tithe). Produced by Converge guitarist Kurt Ballou (High On Fire, Code Orange, Kvelertak) at his God City Studios, the twelve-track offering steps even further into the great unknown, filled with riffs and vibes.

The Plot In You Drop New Single "Closure" and Official Music Video via Fearless Records

The Plot In You are kicking off 2024 with the release of their insanely catchy yet deeply poignant new track "Closure" and the official music video. "Closure" can be found on the band's newly-announced forthcoming EP 'Vol. 2', set for release on Friday, May 3 (via Fearless Records). When asked about the inspiration behind today's release, the band shared:

"'Closure' is about the intricacies of loss and separation. Hoping the best for a loved one but being unable to continue on with their presence in your life."

Leading up to today, The Plot In You released 'Vol. 1' last week, comprised of smash-hits "Divide", "Left Behind", and "Forgotten" which altogether have amassed nearly 40 million streams on Spotify alone and 3.5 million views on YouTube and counting. Stream "Closure" here, watch the music video below and pre-save 'Vol. 2' here.

North American fans have their chance to see the band on the road now with Beartooth, Invent Animate, and Sleep Theory. Dates are selling out quickly so grab your tickets before it's too late at the link here, and be sure to stay tuned for more The Plot In You news coming soon.

North American Tour 2024 Dates:

Jan 19: Toronto, ON @ History (Sold Out)

Jan 20: Montreal, QB @ M Telus (Sold Out)

Jan 21: Boston, MA @ House of Blues (Sold Out)

Jan 23: Philadelphia, PA @ Franklin Music Hall (Sold Out)

Jan 24: Pittsburgh, PA @ Roxian (Sold Out)

Jan 26: New York, NY @ Palladium Times Square (Sold Out)

Jan 27: Baltimore, MD @ Rams Head (Sold Out)

Jan 28: Norfolk, VA @ The NorVA (Sold Out)

Jan 30: Atlanta, GA @ Tabernacle (Sold Out)

Jan 31: Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore (Sold Out)

Feb 2: Charleston, SC @ Charleston Music Hall (Sold Out)

Feb 3: Orlando, FL @ House of Blues (Sold Out)

Feb 11: Tampa, FL @ Jannus (Sold Out)

Feb 13: Huntsville, AL @ Mars Music Hall (Sold Out)

Feb 14: New Orleans, LA @ House of Blues (Sold Out)

Feb 15: Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall (Sold Out)

Feb 17: San Antonio, TX @ Boeing Center at Tech Port - Low Tickets

Feb 18: Dallas, TX @ House of Blues (Sold Out)

Feb 20: Phoenix, AZ @ Van Buren (Sold Out)

Feb 21: San Diego, CA @ Soma 

Feb 22: Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern - Low Tickets

Feb 24: Sacramento, CA @ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino(Sold Out) 

Feb 25: Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom (Sold Out) 

Feb 27: Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo (Sold Out)

Feb 28: Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory (Sold Out)

Mar 1: Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory (Sold Out)

Mar 2: Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex - Low Tickets

Mar 3: Denver, CO @ The Fillmore - Low Tickets

Mar 5: Fargo, ND @ Sanctuary Events Center (Sold Out)

Mar 6: St. Paul, MN @ Myth Live

Mar 8: Chicago, IL @ Riviera - Low Tickets

Mar 9: Madison, WI @ The Sylvee (Sold Out)

Mar 10: Sauget, IL @ Pop's - Low Tickets

Mar 12: Indianapolis, IN @ Egyptian Room - Low Tickets

Mar 13: Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works (Sold Out) 

Mar 14: Fort Wayne, IN @ The Clyde Theater

Through balancing even the most extreme dynamics, The Plot In You consistently overturn and upend expectations. On any given track, it might seem like they’re about to go one way, but the band will turn on a dime and shift course before the crowd can even catch a breath. This uncanny element of surprise has entrenched the gold-selling Ohio quartet—Landon Tewers [vocals], Josh Childress [guitar], Ethan Yoder [bass], and Michael Cooper [drums] — on the cutting edge of heavy music. Whether it be threads of alternative, electronic, pop, or R&B, nothing is off limits, and everything is fair game for their creative process. That process has continued to morph. Following a series of fan-favorite releases, the band made major waves with DISPOSE [2018]. “FEEL NOTHING” surged on social media as a viral phenomenon, generating hundreds of millions of streams and picking up a gold certification from the RIAA. The musicians only maintained this momentum with Swan Song in 2021. Hysteria rated it “9-out-of-10”. Simultaneously, they sold out shows coast-to-coast. During 2023, the band kickstarted another era with Vol. 1. “Divide” generated 9 million Spotify streams right out of the gate followed by “Left Behind”, exploding to the tune of 15.9 million Spotify streams. Upon the arrival of “Forgotten”, Revolver praised it among the “6 Best New Songs Right Now.” They only continue to challenge convention by extending this three-song EP series with Vol. 2 [Fearless Records].

ROTTING CHRIST Announce New Album

Rotting Christ have stood the test of time. While their name has caused plenty of gatekeepers to clutch their pearls, Sakis Tolis and has brother Themis have risen from Greece's blackened catacombs to one of metal's most formidable bands. 

This year, Rotting Christ are celebrating 35 years of evil excellence with their 14th album. ΠΡΟ ΧΡΙΣΤΟΥ (Pro Xristoy) is bound to hold a revered place in the band's heretical history. Always true to their name, with Pro Xristoy ("Before Christ"), the band pay tribute to the last of the Pagan kings by offering up more towering, gothic, melodic black metal. 

Now that Rotting Christ are closing in on four decades, some followers might've wondered if there was any sacred ground left for them to conquer. But Pro Xristoy is a testament to a band that's still on the rise.     

"This album was inspired by the might of ancient pagan wisdom", says Sakis. "It's a tribute to those who resisted the coming of Christianity, which destroyed all the values, traditions and knowledge of the ancient world".

To kick off what's shaping up to be a year's worth of devilish festivities, Rotting Christ are heading off on a tour of Latin America. Fans from Mexico to Argentina will have the pleasure of banging their heads to an unholy litany of the band’s greatest hits. They’ll also be treated to new songs off Pro Xristoy that are bound to become setlist staples.

In the dimly lit catacombs of extreme metal, one name stands as a monolith: ROTTING CHRIST. Sakis Tholis and his brother Themis started this band together back in 1987. In the three decades since, these Greek titans have left their blackened imprint all over the metal world. They’ve released 13 studio albums and played more than 1,3000 concerts around the globe.  Underneath all this hard work, Rotting Christ have but one vision – an urge to not only push the boundaries of extreme metal, but to keep reinventing themselves along the way.

Rotting Christ’s evolution has unfolded across several distinct chapters. After starting out closer to the barely controlled chaos of grindcore, they went on to establish the iconic sound of Hellenic black metal. Their albums often embraces refined gothic soundscapes, only to plunge back into the depths of blasphemous fervour. Each chapter marked another, further exploration, and an unwavering commitment to bush boundaries.

But the real turning point came in 2007, when Rotting Christ signed a pact with Season of Mist. They unleashed a series of albums for the French label that defied any  and  all expectations. From the piercing Theogonia and the symphonic grandeur of Aelo to the ritualistic intensity of Κατά Τον Δαίμονα Εαυτού, the cinematic experiences created by Rotting Christ became a spectacle of bombastic atmospheres, mesmerizing choirs, and neo-classical arrangements. The unexpected is their modus operandi, with the use of various languages (Latin, Arabic, Greek,  English) as well as the extensive use of famous poetry woven into their music, like Edgar Allan Poe’s ‘The Raven’ on The Heretics.

In 2019, Rotting Christ’s epic journey continued with The Apocryphal Spell compilation, which offers fans an intimate glimpse into unreleased and rare material. This allowed them to gather strength, preparing for the release of their next, highly anticipated, 14th full-length studio album: Pro Xristoy.

Pro Xristoy (‘Before Christ’ in Greek), serves as a fervent tribute to the last Pagan kings who resisted the onslaught of Christianity, guarding their ancient values and knowledge. In this thematic odyssey, intricately woven through tracks such as ‘The Apostate’ and ‘Ygdrassil’, Rotting Christ delves into the legacies of historical figures such as Flavius Claudius Julianus and Nordic mythological kings, embodying the might of Pagan wisdom in the face of Christian adversity. The album encapsulates the essence of Rotting Christ’s signature style – melodic, yet harsh at times – reinventing themselves yet again, while remaining rooted in their 35-year legacy.

Line-up
Sakis Tolis: Guitar/Vocals
Themis Tolis: Drums
Kostas "Spades" Heliotis: Bass
Kostis Fouk: Guitar

Guest Musicians
Amdroniki Skoula - Vocals (on 'La Letra Del Diavolo')
Nikos Kerkiras - Keyboard
Christina Alexiou - Choir
Maria Tsironi - Choir
Alexandros Loyziotis - Choir
Vasilis Karatzas - Choir

Andrew Liles - Narration (on 'The Apostate', 'Pretty World, Pretty Dies')
Kim Diaz Holm - Narration (on 'Ygdrassil')

Recording Studio
Deva Sounds Studios (Athens, Greece)

Producer
Sakis Tolis

Sound Engineer
Fotis Bernando
Aggelos Karatzas

Mixing
Jens Borgen at Fascination Street Studios (Örebro, Sweden)

Mastering
Tony Lidgren at Fascination Street Studios (Örebro, Sweden)

Artwork Artists
Thomas Cole - Artwork
Adrien Bousson - Digital Processing

Biography
Sebastien Gamez

Links:
Official Website: https://www.rotting-christ.com/en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rottingchristofficial/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/rottingchristofficial/
Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/athanatoieste
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RottingChristOfficia
Bandcamp: https://rottingchristofficial.bandcamp.com/
Apple Music: http://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/rotting-christ/id28441629
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FhkwcO8Jd7BRWdllBpXBJ

Shop: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/rotting-shop
Stream/Download: https://orcd.co/rcheretics

PROFILER - release video for Matrix inspired new single 'Operator'

PROFILER have revealed a new video for the third and final single from their upcoming debut album, A Digital Nowhere, that will be released on 16th February via SharpTone Records. The new single is titled 'Operator' and is based on sci-fi classic The Matrix.

Vocalist and guitarist Mike Evans comments: "Operator is about the love between Neo and Trinity in the film The Matrix. This is my all time favorite movie so I had to write about the ideas behind it. The track talks about the simulated reality created by the machines and the concepts inspired by the franchise."

Watch the video for 'Operator' below.

Stream 'Operator' on all platforms now at: https://bfan.link/operator-4

Pre-order and pre-save A Digital Nowhere now at: https://bfan.link/a-digital-nowhere

About PROFILER

Profiler is a Nu-Metal reawakening from the mind of vocalist and guitarist Mike Evans.
 
This band is inspired by those who have incited change in genres, arts, and theories. It's a weight of legacy that Profiler is comfortable shouldering, backed by SharpTone Records, its home since 2020.
 
After starting as a solo project in Bristol, UK, Mike stepped out from the studio and onto the stage, enlisting bassist/vocalist Joe Johnson and drummer Oscar Hocking. In early 2023, Oscar departed to be replaced by Brad Ratcliffe, cementing the line-up that would forge 2024's debut album, A Digital Nowhere.
 
Profiler's nu-metal-grunge-alt-rock, call it what you want, is an abrasive distorted soundscape that reverently glances back to those genres' heydays. Profiler is for anyone who misses or missed the contagious nineties Seattle grunge movement or the explosion of nu-metal that dominated the 00s and the genre-bending bands they made a path for.

PROFILER is:
Mike Evans - Vocals, Guitar
Joe Johnson - Bass
Brad Ratcliffe - Drums