XOVR RECORDS Signs Zahna, Artist Shares New Single "Pile of Pills"

Zahna's earth-shattering voice is one that refuses to be silenced— no matter the fury of the highs and lows that have been thrown her way.

Today, she announces not only her new single, the rebellious rager "Pile of Pills" — listen below— but also her new label home. She is pleased to announce that she has partnered with XOVR Records, the label owned and operated by Korn's Brian "Head" Welch.

The song is furious AF, but it is threaded with a note of hope.
 

"'Pile of Pills' was written when I was in a  chaotic state of survival from 2019-2021," Zahna states. "Coming off the heels of an organ failure diagnosis, following a kidney transplant, and then diving into the following years of the pandemic as an immunocompromised individual, it felt like death was always around the corner. Not only was I fighting the physical aspect of dying, but I had so much financial stress, medical bills, and music industry trauma. My body, heart, and mind, and spirit were just so sick. 

"Anything I did or tried to do just felt like buying time until I had no recourse left, and I never knew when I was going to exit the survival cycle. It truly felt like life circumstances were just squeezing my willpower to live anymore and death was always on my doorstep."

She continues, "Years of darkness and hardship can change someone fundamentally, but I am so blessed to have made it out alive despite all of the challenges. 'Pile of Pills' is for anyone just trying to survive. The poverty and chronic illness cycle is absolutely vicious, but please don't give up, even if it takes years. I'm still healing from those turbulent times, and I hope this track can help you scream your lungs out and release all of the anger, pain, and hopelessness. You will make it out."

Welch weighs in on what magnetically drew him to this artist, saying, "I am always so mesmerized by a vocalist who has incredible power, incredible range, melody, tone, and on top of all that, having the strength to be so vulnerable to share such an intense health crisis experience with the world, while still dealing with the raw emotions and trauma from it. It melts my heart, man. It touches my soul. I am a huge fan of Zahna for many reasons, and I am confident you will be too."

Her voice is a powerhouse. But that's only one element.

A survivor. That's Zahna.

Octavian Winters US West Coast tour in support of 'The Line or The Curve' EP

"A dark and lush tapestry of near-classic post-punk, oscillating between shadow and shimmer. Reflecting the troubled times that we live in, sublime dark sonic delight" ~ The Spill Magazine

"Feels like it was recorded in a studio deep beneath the earth, drawing power from subterranean caves and bubbling magma... tectonic thunder... Such power, strong and true, a voice that scales the wall of sound beneath her with ease" ~ Joyzine

"A dark musical weave forged of post-punk and gothic strands. A sonic web of pulsing bass grooves and shaded ethereality, dark and delicious guitar slashes and haunting sound washes" ~ The Big Takeover

"Their music beautifully marries the somber and the sublime, creating a landscape where edgy riffs dance with ethereal synth waves, and vocals that sound like they were borrowed from an ancient, mystical chorus" ~ Post-Punk.com 

"Seriously compelling incitement, which Aursjoen’s tones and the electronically atmospheric mists around her only escalate" ~ Ringmaster Review

San Francisco post-punk outfit Octavian Winters has announced West Coast tour dates to happen this autumn, together with NYC-based synth rock icons Black Rose Burning. The San Franciscans will be heading on the road in support of their debut EP 'The Line or Curve' and their latest 'Nebula / Velveteen (Mark Pistel Remix)' single, both released via Stratis Capta Records).

Formed in 2022, Octavian Winters is guitarist Stephan Salit (Thrill of The Pull), drummer Randy Gzebb (Thrill of The Pull, Love Club), bassist Jay Denton and Ria Aursjoen on vocals and keyboards. Together, they weave their visceral and ethereal sound into a texture all its own – of stories once told but half-remembered, under a dusk of shadows and stars, in an abandoned city under the winter moon.

Led by George Grant, NYC-based outfit Black Rose Burning continues to tour in support of their third album 'Ad Astra', a compelling collection blending ominous goth atmospheres, dark dancefloor anthems, new wave magnetism, and post-punk drive that was met with critical acclaim.

Octavian Winters' members have a rich history of collaborating and touring with notable artists, including Nine Inch Nails, Killing Joke, Lords of the New Church, Savage Republic, Christian Death, The Frozen Autumn, Everything Goes Cold and Black Tape for a Blue Girl.

Both 'The Line or The Curve' EP and new 'Nebula / Velveteen (Mark Pistel Remix)' single are available everywhere digitally, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp. Tickets for Octavian Winters' shows can be obtained at https://octavianwinters.com/shows.

CREDITS 
Ria Aursjoen - Vocals / Keyboards
Stephan Salit - Guitars
Randy Gzebb - Drums
Jay Denton - Bass
'Velveteen' remix by Mark Pistel
'Nebula' written by Ria Aursjoen
'Velveteen' written by Octavian Winters
Recorded at OW studios San Francisco
Vocals recorded by Mark Pistel, Room 5 Recording, San Francisco
'Nebula' mixed & mastered by William Faith at 13 Studio, Chicago
'Nebula' produced by Octavian Winters and William Faith
Cover art Ria Aursjoen
Design by Eric Olson 
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
Video by David Kruschke

TOUR DATES (with Black Rose Burning)
Sept 27  LAS VEGAS - Sinwave
Sept 28 LAS ANGELES - Stardust Club
Sept 29  SACRAMENTO - Cafe Colonial
Oct. 01  OAKLAND - Thee Stork Club
Oct. 02  CHICO - Naked Lounge
Oct. 03  RENO - Alturas Bar Cellar Stage
Oct. 19  SAN FRANCISCO - The Gathering Of The Goths Halloween Festival (Octavian Winters only)


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Funeral Drown in Melody on "Yestertear"

Today, FUNERAL returns with "Yestertear", the haunting second single from the Norwegian doom metal mainstay's upcoming ninth album Gospel of Bones. The band weaves a somber yet resilient tale through their melancholic soundscapes. "Yestertear" is a cathartic vessel, sailing through the darkest waters of human grief, only to emerge on the shores of mournful beauty.

Watch the visualizer for "Yestertear" below.

Gospel of Bones is out October 18th on Season of Mist.

Pre-order & pre-save here: https://orcd.co/funeralgospelofbones

Produced by the legendary Børge Finstad and adorned with the ethereal harmonies of Ingvild "Sareeta" Johannesen, Gospel of Bones is an opus of mourning carved in nightmarish tones and relentless dirges. Each track meticulously showcases Funeral's mastery in articulating the grim yet inspiring journey through pain and loss.     


"Yestertear" drowns in intricate melodies and the profound anguish woven with care by the hands of the Anders Eek (Drums, Guitars, Vocals) Erlend E. Nybo (Guitars), Rune Gandrud (Bass), Sareeta (Violin, Backing Vocals), Stian Kråbøl (Guitars) & Eirik P. Krokfjord (Vocals). Eek’s dismal symphonies echo across every note, leading through the desolate beauty of remembered sorrow and past hauntings. We are not merely listeners but fellow mourners, each phrase a whisper in the grand requiem of existence.

The lyrical content of the album is an autobiography of life’s mishaps of drummer/composer  A. Eek, and deals with real darkness, misery, pain and loss.  A Gospel of Bones.


Line-up
Anders Eek - Drums
Eirik Krokfjord - Vocals
Ingvild Johannesen - Violin
Rune Gandrud - Bass
Stian Kråbøl - Guitars
Morten Søbyskogen - Guitars

Recording Studio
Toproom Studio & Studio 42

Production Credits
Produced by Børge Finstad
Sound Engineered by Anders Langberg
Mixed & Mastered at Toproom Studio by Børge Finstad

Guest Musicians
Øyvind Rauset
Espen Ingjerd
Vilde Kråbøl
Anders Langberg

Cover Art
Tristan Diaz Bastie

Photography
Guilherme Henriques

Stream & Order:https://orcd.co/funeralgospelofbones

Follow Funeral:
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/funeralnorway/
Instagram:https://instagram.com/funeralnorway
YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@DirgeofMourning
Bandcamp:https://funeraldoom.bandcamp.com/
Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/0q3guqlmd8oVaz5v2Fqy3q
Apple Music:https://music.apple.com/artist/funeral/208973684
Deezer:https://www.deezer.com/artist/194130
TIDAL:https://tidal.com/browse/artist/23777

Available Formats:
Digital Download
CD Digipak
2x12" Vinyl Gatefold - Black
2x12" Coloured Vinyl Gatefold - Natural Transparent
2x12" Coloured Vinyl Gatefold - Gold
2x12" Coloured Vinyl Gatefold - White w/ Gold Splatters

EQUILIBRIUM - Release New Song 'Gnosis'

Following the introduction of new singer Fabian Getto with 2023’s ‘Shelter’ and ‘Cerulean Skies’, EQUILIBRIUM returns with their first new material of 2024. ‘Gnosis’, building on the band's unique blend of modern and folk metal, is released in time for a slew of EU festival appearances over the summer. The band will be supporting SEPTICFLESH on their October-November EU run.

Founding member René Berthiaume states:
"We have worked the whole last year on new songs for Equilibrium and "Gnosis" will be the first one that we gonna share with the world. This year was a challenging but also very satisfying process since we had to go deep to find the ingredients that we truly wanted to use for our next chapter. I think the new songs are the most organic, earth-connected, emotional, and epic tracks we have ever written. "Gnosis" delves into themes of ignorance, suffering, and transformation. The song speaks to the chaos that often accompanies profound change, while also offering a glimmer of hope for new beginnings and enlightenment. The perfect song to initiate our new chapter!"

Stream 'Gnosis' here: https://equilibrium.bfan.link/gnosis
Watch the video for 'Gnosis' Below.

About EQUILIBRIUM:
By blending a furious modern metal sound with elements of traditional folk, Germany’s EQUILIBRIUM has created a distinctive sound that is enthralling and spiritually uplifting.
 
Their longevity can be largely attributed to their willingness to grow and evolve, consistently exploring new sonic territories and revealing different sides of their artistry with each release. But the core of their appeal has remained consistent:  harsh metal presented with vast cinematic soundscapes that speak to the entire human experience.
 
Despite its often-dark tonality, EQUILIBRIUM’s music is meant to evoke feelings of hope and confidence.  They incorporate aspects of many different musical cultures, focusing on the things that unite us as people, rather than the things that define us.    a

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EQUILIBRIUM is:
René| Guitar
Fabian | Vocals
Dom Crey | Guitar
Hati | Drums

More info:
https://equilibrium-metal.net/band/
www.nuclearblast.de/equilibrium
https://www.instagram.com/equilibrium_official/
https://de-de.facebook.com/equilibrium

Skillet Announce New Album "Revolution" + Share Video For New Single "Unpopular"

SKILLET TO BRING REVOLUTION NOVEMBER 1

DIGITAL + VINYL PRE-ORDER IS LIVE HERE

BILLBOARD AND SIRIUS XM'S OCTANE PREMIERE FIRST SINGLE / VIDEO "UNPOPULAR"

Song at DSPs Now, Impacts Active Rock Radio August 20

With more than 22 million albums sold and 24 billion global streams to-date, the GRAMMY-nominated band receives yet two more RIAA Gold Certifications for "Stars" and "Legendary"

SKILLET APP debuts today with early access to tickets, exclusive content, message boards, and more!

Tour with Seether kicks off next month

"'Unpopular' is lighthearted, but there’s a clear message,” says lead singer John Cooper. “So many people don't have a place to belong. You used to know your neighbors. Our communities are online now, which contributes to the loneliness. You have powerful people telling you what reality is, what you should eat, what you should drive, and how you should live. They deem us 'unpopular.' In reality, we agree more than we disagree as a society. The majority of people just want to be free and they don't really care whether or not you agree with them about everything."

REVOLUTION is expected to only extend Skillet's formidable legacy. As of 2024, the band have received two GRAMMY® Award nominations, picked up a Billboard Music Award, and landed three albums in the Top 5 of the Billboard 200. Selling over 22 million units worldwide with over 24 billion global streams to date, SKILLET have notched multi-platinum, platinum, or gold RIAA certifications for a total of 12 singles and four full-length albums. Their latest RIAA Gold certifications just hit this summer with the tracks "Legendary" and "Stars." Not to mention, they have regularly attracted 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone, boasting "one of the most-streamed rock songs of all-time" with the 5x-platinum "Monster."

After an incredible 20 years on Atlantic Records, SKILLET have built this new vision entirely by hand, intentionally opting to go independent at the end of their last contract and developing a solid indie team. Bolstered and galvanized by the support of a fervent global base, they took advantage of this newfound freedom, writing and recording the album at their own pace on the road and at home as well as in studios across Milwaukee, Canada, and Nashville. The group also tapped the talents of longtime collaborators and producers Brian Howes and Seth Mosely, as well as band member Korey Cooper with YOUTHYEAR/Carlo Colasacco bringing these 10 tracks to life naturally.

"We made records on the same label for 20 years, and it was a great experience," says Cooper. "Since this was the first independent record, it put some pep in my step, so to speak. We did exactly what we wanted to do. If I was on the road and felt inspired to write, I just did. In the past, we'd make a bunch of ideas and whittle everything down for the album. This time, we only wrote and recorded 10 tracks, but it was all we needed. Musically, there are a lot of flavors on the record. It's got the arena songs, but it also has some tunes that are more nostalgic and throwback Skillet."

He continues, "Thematically, there's so much nihilism in our culture. Depression and teen suicide are at epidemic levels. We're revolting against a culture that creates nihilism, nothingness, and materialism. The album is poignant, but it's also very confident and inclusive as well. It's a record saying, 'We have to be willing to stand up for what we believe in — even if it might be unpopular in some circles, but hey, maybe we could have a revolution of love, you know, a revolution of understanding, of tolerance towards people that we don't agree with and come back to some human dignity and respecting peoples rights and where they're coming from. And so, it's kind of speaking to the division and the polarization that is happening, which I think is a really good message and what the whole ‘revolution’ thing is all about. We allude to it on the record cover where there's a Skillet flag, and in the corner it lists I Corinthians, 13:13, a verse that says, 'Hold onto these things: faith, hope, love. But the greatest is love.'"

Ready to play new music for their fans, SKILLET recently announced that they will hit the road this fall with another one of the best-selling rock bands of the 21st century, SEETHER, followed by their first-ever tour of the Middle East in November, where the band will be playing in Turkey, Kazakhstan, United Arab Emirates, and more. From there, SKILLET will support Black Stone Cherry on a handful of dates across the UK. Tickets for all shows are now available at Skillet.com. 

SKILLET ON TOUR:
WITH SEETHER:

9/17 — Asheville, NC — ExploreAsheville.com Arena
9/19 — Baltimore, MD — Pier Six Pavilion
9/20 — Boston, MA — Roadrunner
9/21 — Bethlehem, PA — Wind Creek Event Center
9/23 — Pittsburgh, PA — Stage AE Outdoors
9/24 — Chicago, IL — Radius
9/27 — Huntington, WV — Marshall Health Network Arena
10/2 — Kansas City, MO — The Midland Theatre
10/3 — St. Louis, MO — Saint Louis Music Park
10/5 — Houston, TX — White Oak Music Hall Lawn
10/6 — Dallas, TX — Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie
10/8 — Lubbock, TX — Lonestar Events Center
10/9 — Albuquerque, NM — Revel ABQ
10/11 — Mesa, AZ — Mesa Amphitheatre
10/15 — Denver, CO — The Mission Ballroom
10/18 — Omaha, NE — The Astro Amphitheater
10/19 — Des Moines, IA — Vibrant Music Hall
10/20 — Minneapolis, MN — The Armory
 

ABOUT SKILLET: 
After nearly three decades, eleven albums, and thousands of shows worldwide, Skillet play louder, fight harder, and sound more rebellious than ever. As of 2024, the band have received two-time GRAMMY® Award nominations, picked up a Billboard Music Award, and landed three albums in the Top 5 of the Billboard 200. Selling over 22 million units worldwide, they have notched multiplatinum, platinum, or gold RIAA certifications for a total of 12 singles and four full-length albums. Not to mention, they have regularly attracted 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify, boasting “one of the most-streamed rock songs of all-time” with the 5x-platinum “Monster.” Their presence has impressively surged throughout popular culture with syncs by WWE, Marvel, ESPN, and NFL in addition to coverage from USA Today, The New York Times, and more. As a live force of nature, they have touched down on four continents and in 26 countries, packing arenas everywhere from the Middle East to Russia. Not to mention, Skillet expanded their world with the graphic novel series EDEN. The first installment stood out as Z2 Comics’ best-selling book of all-time. Now, the global hard rock quartet—John Cooper [lead vocals, bass], Korey Cooper [guitar, keys], Jen Ledger [drums, vocals], and Seth Morrison [lead guitar]—deliver an insurgent, infectious, and inimitable body of work with their twelfth full-length offering and first-ever independent album, REVOLUTION, led by the single "Unpopular."

One Outta Ten Release Emotional New Record "Better Days" & New Nostalgic Video

Los Angeles, CA – Emerging indie rock band, One Outta Ten, are thrilled to announce the release of their deeply personal record, "Better Days", available now on all major streaming platforms. A cathartic exploration of grief and the healing process, each track on the record offers a blend of indie rock/pop, pop punk, and bedroom pop, with sprinkles of folk and lo-fi elements, showcasing the band's versatility and growth. Fans can listen to the full album HERE.

Alongside the brand new album, One Outta Ten have unveiled a moving music video for the title track, which poignantly captures the essence of the record. The video for the title track, "Better Days," is an emotional tribute that depicts the road trip that frontman Josh and drummer David would have taken with their father before his untimely passing. The brand new video features stunning landscapes and intimate home video moments, reflecting the bond between father and sons and the journey through sorrow to acceptance.

Speaking on today's release, frontman Josh de Leon shares:

"It's hard to process how tough this past year has been for the band. All five members of the band have experienced loss this year, the type of loss that shapes who you are going forward. Making "Better Days" was cathartic, but necessary. Dave and I lost our father, and the world hasn't been the same since. Luckily, we are surrounded by people who love and understand what we are going through. I've experienced so much love from people in the past year. I just wish my dad was there to see it. Making these songs is my way of saying I'm still alive, and we're doing fine. We won't let the loss stop us, and Dave and I will keep making music in our father's memory. This album is dedicated from our band to Sylvia, Marilyn, Rascal, and Kahlua, but from me and Dave, this album is for our dad Ray. I miss you so much. Hope you've got a beer in your hand and you're relaxing on a beautiful beach."

With their junior release, One Outta Ten continue to meld their heartfelt lyrics and exuberant melodies to further their reputation as one of the most promising indie bands at the moment. Fueled by the passion and raw emotion that characterize their music, the band’s forthcoming album, "Better Days," promises to deliver a heartfelt mix of powerful anthems and introspective ballads.

While seamlessly blending indie rock/pop with pop punk, "Better Days" delves into themes of friendship, loss, and the journey to find one’s path in life. Sprinkling in the elements of folk and bedroom pop throughout the album as well, One Outta Ten explore the complexities of grief with their poignant lyrics, all while actively healing from the loss of a loved one. Serving as a testament to the band’s resilience, this upcoming record stands to showcase their growth - both musically and personally.

Stay tuned for more One Outta Ten news coming soon.

Southern California fans also have the chance to see One Outta Ten at the Smell on Saturday, August 31st for an epic album release show.

One Outta Ten will be sharing the stage with fellow California based bands, The Offtrax and Lazy Susan.

Fans can purchase tickets in advance HERE.

Don't miss your chance to celebrate their album release with the band later this month!

ABOUT ONE OUTTA TEN

Hailing from Los Angeles, One Outta Ten is an indie rock band that effortlessly captures the triumphs and turmoils of growing up. With a raw live energy and a keen ear for infectious melodies, this five-piece outfit weaves together anthemic hooks and relatable lyrics with frenetic instrumentation. From unruly smog-dripping surf rock riffs to earworm refrains, the music of One Outta Ten is an invitation to both revel in the chaos and find comfort in the shared human experience. One Outta Ten is ready to become the soundtrack to your coming-of-age movie, equal parts turbulent and beautiful. Buckle up for the ride.

Candy Hearts To Release "You Could Be Anyone (Rarities 2010-2016) + Share "Anything"

Candy Hearts were a New Jersey-based pop punk band formed at the tail end of the '00s and fronted by singer-songwriter Mariel Loveland. Best described as empathetic tragedies channeled through '90s alternative-soaked pop-rock, Candy Hearts did downtrodden and heavily introspective sentiments with bubbly, hook-filled inclinations like no other. 

Their sophomore LP All The Ways You Let Me Down was produced by Chad Gilbert (New Found Glory) and ranked by Billboard as one of the best pop albums of 2014.

Although they toured with pop punk heavyweights like Set It Off, Real Friends, and The Story So Far, as well as some stints on Vans Warped Tour, Candy Hearts have always aimed for "Taylor Swift meets The Breeders."

You Could Be Anyone (Rarities 2010-2016) is a collection of B-sides and rarities from 2010-2016, marking the 10-year anniversary of All The Ways You Let Me Down. Mastered By Jack Shirley at The Atomic Garden, You Could Be Anyone is limited to 100 cassettes in purple tint. It will be available digitally, as well. Get it here.

The band has shared the lyric video for the dreamy track "Anything." Watch it below.

"Unrequited love is a true classic. It's on the Greatest Hits of human experiences," the band says. "'Anything' explores that through the lens of your first real crush. It's that all-consuming feeling where you know you're young, you know your whole life is ahead of you, you know there's so much you haven't experienced, but the only thing you want is to be liked by the one person who won't give you the time of day. It's definitely a song for anyone who grew up in the suburbs and spent teenage nights loitering in the diner."

 Although a decade has passed, the message is still as clear and honest as possible to both fans and themselves. "I've always wanted this band to be completely true to ourselves," Loveland says, "That's just what our band has always been about."

Candy Hearts will be reuniting for the 10th anniversary of their album All The Ways You Let Me Down at Fest 22 in Gainesville this October.

DARK FUNERAL Shares Visualizer for "In The Sign Of The Horns (Re-Recording 2024)," '30th Anniversary Edition' Out NOW

Swedish black metal stalwarts DARK FUNERAL are now celebrating three decades of blasphemywith a re-worked version of their debut album! 'Dark Funeral (30th Anniversary Edition)' is now available everywhere , via Century Media Records and has been remixed by David Castillo and re-mastered once again by Thomas "Plec" Johansson. To celebrate today's release, the band is now sharing the dark and occult visualizer for "In The Sign Of The Horns (Re-Recording 2024)," which can be found below.

DARK FUNERAL has previously commented about the special edition, “In January 1994, Blackmoon (RIP) and I put our entire income and savings into a recording session and pressing 1,000 copies of our 4-track debut Mini-CD. A Mini-CD we released ourselves too. To now reach the significant milestone with an epic 30th anniversary is of course very honorable for me & the band. Three decades of Swedish Black Metal filled with precious memories. It is now time for us to reflect on what started it all, a 30-year epic journey, filled with experiences and an unbreakable bond. And in this honor, we have breathed new life into these legendary songs & given them an honest but modern update. Enjoy!“

In addition, DARK FUNERAL will be embarking on a U.S. tour later this year as direct support for GWAR! The trek will kick off on October 17 in Las Vegas, NV and will dominate the states until the final stop on November 20 in Nashville, TN. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets will go on sale tomorrow, June 21 @ 10:00 A.M. local time.

Find rare material from the band's ominous beginnings in 1994 — an ultimate rendition and must-have for devoted disciples of darkness! Order this exclusive collector's edition HERE

Dark Funeral line-up (1994):

Lord Ahriman – Guitars

Blackmoon – Guitars

Draugen – Drums

Themgoroth – Bass & Vocals

Dark Funeral line-up (2024):

Lord Ahriman – Guitars

Heljarmadr – Vocals

Chaq Mol – Guitars

Jalomaah – Drums

Adra-Melek – Bass

Music & Lyrics by Blackmoon & Lord Ahriman

1994 Recordings & Mixes by Dan Swanö, Mastered by Thomas "Plec" Johansson

2024 Recordings & Mixes by David Castillo, Mastered by Thomas "Plec" Johansson

Video Production by 12 Inch Media

Artwork: Blackmoon & Lord Ahriman

Album Formats:

CD Jewelcase

Limited hand-numbered Transparent Blue-Black Marbled 180g Vinyl

Limited hand-numbered Clear Smoke Marbled 180g Vinyl (US EDITION)

Strictly Limited hand-numbered transparent Blue-Black Marbled 180g Vinyl including signed Art Print - Only 300 copies worldwide (Century Media Exclusive)

Digital Album

Links:

Official Website

Instagram

TikTok

Facebook X

YouTube

Spotify

Apple Music

Dark Funeral Live U.S. Dates

The Stoned Age Tour w/ Gwar

10/17: Las Vegas, NV @ House of Blues

10/18: Tempe, AZ @ The Marquee

10/19: Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues

10/20: San Francisco, CA @ The Regency Ballroom

10/22: Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo

10/23: Garden City, ID @ Revolution Concert House

10/24: Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater

10/26: Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot

10/27: Denver, CO @ Summit

10/29: Lincoln, NE @ Bourbon Theatre

10/30: Minneapolis, MN @ Skyway Theatre

10/31: Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave

11/01: Cleveland, OH @ Agora Theatre

11/02: Albany, NY @ Empire Live

11/03: Hampton Beach, NH @ Wally's

11/05: Boston, MA @ The Paradise Rock Club

11/06: Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Steel

11/13: Orlando, FL @ The Beacham

11/15: Dallas, TX @ The Studio at the Factory

11/16: San Antonio, TX @ Vibes Event Center

11/17: Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live

11/19: Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Heaven)

11/20: Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl Nashville

Unprocessed Release New Single "Sacrifice Me" + Official Music Video

German prog metal powerhouse Unprocessed is back with their new anthemic track "Sacrifice Me" and the accompanying music video, setting the stage for what promises to be another exciting chapter in the band's musical journey. Speaking about today's release, guitarist and vocalist Manuel Gardner Fernandes shares:

"We're already moving into a new era of Unprocessed and the inspiration just kept on flowing after we released '...And Everything In Between'. "Sacrifice Me" is a modern metal anthem that displays a darker, melancholic side of us that we haven't shared too much of in the past."

When asked about the inspiration behind the track, bassist David Levy also commented:

"'Sacrifice Me' is the first time we’re going out of our way to make bold punchlines and breakdowns in the spirit of modern metalcore. "Sacrifice Me" is a way to describe unconditional love and the willingness to give up everything for someone, almost masochistically. The protagonist wants to suffer for his significant other to show true, selfless affection."

The band's latest album '...And Everything In Between' garnered widespread acclaim, particularly for its standout track "Die On The Cross Of The Martyr" featuring guitar prodigies Scott Lepage and Tim Henson of Polyphia. To date, the track has amassed nearly 1 million views on YouTube and a staggering 2.4 million streams on Spotify alone. Stream "Sacrifice Me" here, watch the music video below, and be sure to stay tuned for more Unprocessed news coming soon.

Photo Credit: Sonke Danneman

Tape Room Music and Warner Chappell Music Sign Ben Williams

Tape Room Music and Warner Chappell Music have partnered to sign Ben Williams in an exclusive world-wide publishing deal.
 
“I couldn’t be more excited to be joining forces with Tape Room and Warner Chappell,” Williams says of this next chapter. “I’m so excited to work alongside my close friends Caroline and Benji and have some of the best people and best teams in my corner! Thank you to Ashley Gorley and Blain Rhodes for taking me under your wings and gearing up for what’s next as well as Ben Vaughn, Spencer Nohe and everybody at Warner Chappell who’s believed in me along the way! So excited to see what the future brings!”
 
Williams celebrated his first number one on country radio with Megan Moroney’s 2x RIAA Platinum global hit, “Tennessee Orange,” which was nominated for CMA, ACM and People's Choice Country Awards Song of the Year. The success of that single and others like Moroney’s RIAA Platinum single, “I’m Not Pretty,” and Avery Anna’s RIAA Platinum hit, “Narcissist,” helped launch Williams to new heights, earning him nominations as Music Row Magazine’s Breakout Songwriter of the Year and AIMP’s Rising Songwriter of the Year in 2023.
 
“Ben is everything you could look for in a writer: talented, driven, and all around a great person,” shares Tape Room Music’s Caroline Hodson, Director, A&R. “He's proven himself to be a staple in the Nashville community as a writer and a friend to many. We’re stoked to team up with Warner Chappell and couldn’t be happier to welcome Ben to the Tape Room family!”
 
“Ben has been off to an incredible start in his career due to his innate gift to meet artists and songwriters exactly where they are in their lives,” adds Benji Amaefule, Manager, A&R Warner Chappell Music Nashville. “As a result, he’s crafted some of the most relatable and impactful songs hitting the format today. I’m excited to work with him and the Tape Room team to get his songs in the ears of folks across the country and around the world for years to come.”
 
Tape Room Music was founded by Ashley Gorley in 2011, where writers have celebrated over 45 No. 1 songs. For additional information, visit TapeRoom.com or follow on Instagram @TapeRoomMusic.

L to R (seated): Benji Amaefule, (Manager, A&R, Warner Chappell Music); Ben Williams; and Caroline Hodson (Director, A&R, Tape Room Music)
L to R (standing): Blain Rhodes (President, Tape Room Music); Ben Vaughn (President & CEO, Warner Chappell Music); and Ashley Gorley (Founder, Tape Room Music)
Photo Credit: Luke Hutcherson

About Tape Room Music
Tape Room Music is an independent music publishing company run by hit songwriter Ashley Gorley. In 2011, Gorley formed the publishing and artist development company, where writers have celebrated over 45 No. 1 songs, including the 2021 ASCAP, BMI and SESAC Country Song, “One Of Them Girls.” In 2022, Tape Room celebrated 8 weeks topping radio charts, with two year-end number-one songs. Ben Johnson’s “Take My Name” topped the year-end Billboard Country Airplay chart, while Hunter Phelps and Will Weatherly’s “Thinking ‘Bout You” led the Mediabase Year-End Country Airplay chart. Recent number-one hits include Nate Smith's 10-week smash “World On Fire,” HARDY’s boundary-defying “TRUCK BED,” Morgan Wallen’s 6-week chart topper “Thinkin’ Bout Me,” and more. Tape Room Music writers continue to stretch the bounds of their abilities, spreading their talents across writing, producing and performing. From commercial country to honky tonk twang to groundbreaking pop, Tape Room writers have all bases covered.
 
About Warner Chappell Music
Warner Chappell Music, the global music publishing company of Warner Music Group, is home to a wide array of legendary songwriters and a rich catalog of contemporary hits and influential standards. With offices in more than 20 countries, Warner Chappell provides deep expertise across a range of creative services and the most innovative opportunities for songwriters and copyright holders. Warner Chappell, which has a history dating back more than 200 years, currently publishes and administers music from A-Lin, Angèle, Anderson .Paak, Aya Nakamura, Bruno Mars, Capital Bra, Celeste, Cole Porter, Coco Jones, Dave, David Bowie, David Tao, Dua Lipa, Duran Duran, Fraser T. Smith, Gamble and Huff, Gene Autry Music Group catalog, George Gershwin, George Michael, Grateful Dead, Juanes, Justin Tranter, Kacey Musgraves, Katy Perry, Kool & the Gang, Laufey, Led Zeppelin, Lin Xi, Lizzo, Madonna, Marco Antonio Solís, Maria Becerra, Mitski, MNEK, Morgan Wallen, Oscar Holter, Pablo Alborán, Quevedo, Quincy Jones, RAYE, Saweetie, Stormzy, Summer Walker, Teddy Swims, Tom Petty, Tones and I, WeiBird, Wyman Wong, Zach Bryan, and 831, among many others. Follow Warner Chappell Music on Instagram, X, Facebook, and TikTok.

Tia Sillers Signs Publishing Deal with Toby & Molly Music

Publishing company Toby & Molly Music announces today the signing of Grammy Award-winning songwriter Tia Sillers to their roster.
 
“I met Tia when I moved to town in 2005, we became instant friends. She has remained a constant mentor since the day we met, so when she called me last fall to tell me she wanted to work with me officially, I was blown away,” recalls Toby & Molly Music co-founder Rob Filhart. “Clint and I are such fans of her songwriting. Her talent is second to none, she will not be outworked and her songs are timeless. We are honored to work with her in this next chapter of her career.”  
 
“Robert is not only one of my closest friends, he’s got the best ears in town,” Sillers shares. “He’s been largely responsible in helping me remain faithful to my craft and has been a huge supporter of my music. The thought of working with him and Clint has me feeling hopeful about both my future and the songs I will write.”
 
With over 40 singles and more than 30 million records sold worldwide containing Sillers’ compositions, her songs run the genre gamut from country to heavy metal — whether it be Alan Jackson’s “That’d Be Alright,” Five Finger Death Punch’s rendition of “Blue On Black,” or Machine Gun Kelly recently performing her song “There’s Your Trouble” at CMA Fest.
 
With writer credits including The Chicks’ “There’s Your Trouble” and Kenny Wayne Shepherd’s “Blue On Black,” Sillers’ “I Hope You Dance,” recorded by Lee Ann Womack, received worldwide exposure, including the Nobel Prize awards ceremony. The song was adapted into a New York Times Best Selling book written by Sillers and her co-writer, Mark D. Sanders. In addition to winning Song of the Year at the 43rd Annual Grammy Awards, “I Hope You Dance” was named Song of the Year by CMA, ACM, NSAI, ASCAP and BMI. 

Photo IDs L to R: Toby & Molly Music co-founder, Rob Filhart; Tia Sillers; Morris Higham Management President / Toby & Molly Music co-founder, Clint Higham | Photo Credit: Toby & Molly Music

Sillers helped cement Kenny Wayne Shepherd’s standing in the rock and blues scene with 1996’s “Deja Voodoo” and has written multiple hits which he recorded, including the title track to his 2019 record, “The Traveler.” Sillers’ work has also won Canadian CMA awards for artists such as Johnny Reid and Victoria Banks, landing her three nominations for the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Her latest recorded work is Reba McEntire’s new single, “I Can’t.”
 
Her catalog has spanned genre, geography and generations of recording artists, including David Nail, Trisha Yearwood, John Waite, Engelbert Humperdinck, Yolanda Robun, Little River Band, Patti Page, John Pardi, Jennifer Lopez, Bastian Baker, Chris Stapleton, Tedeschi Trucks Band, and Vince Gill.
 
Sillers will make her Grand Ole Opry debut on Wednesday, Aug. 28. 
 
Toby and Molly Music was established in 2019 with a mission to nurture and encourage young writers and artists to help them realize their full creative potential while supporting them every step along the way. The company is a joint venture among Morris Higham Management President Clint Higham, Kobalt Music and Filhart to create unique opportunities for writer/artist-friendly deals. 

ROLO TOMASSI TO RELEASE NEW LIVE ALBUM "LIVE AT THE ELECTRIC BALLROOM" OUT SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

UK Progressive metal band Rolo Tomassi announce a new live album, Live at The Electric Ballroom, to be released on September 27, 2024, via MNRK Heavy.  The 15-track project was recorded from a headlining show on February 15, 2023, at London’s Electric Ballroom. The set showcases Rolo Tomassi at their most dynamic and mesmerizing.

   

The first single, Aftermath, is out today. Originally released on 2018’s Time Will Die and Love Will Bury It, this live version intensifies the melodic and sweeping soundscape.  

Vocalist/keyboardist James Spence says, “Since its release, this song has been an audience favourite along with a rare opportunity for a sing-along. It remains an outlier in our material, but in the context of a full set, it always feels like an elevated moment. Our band has always been about stark contrasts, and this is a perfect example of that.” 

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

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Texas Hippie Coalition Release "Gunsmoke," Title Track From New Album

Texas rockers TEXAS HIPPIE COALITION are set to release their new album, Gunsmoke, via MNRK Heavy on October 4, 2024.  This time, Big Dad Ritch and his crew wholeheartedly embrace their country and Southern rock stylings as well as a lifelong passion for westerns. This comes through loud and clear on the first single and title track, "Gunsmoke." Rustic acoustic guitar crawls through a stomping beat punctuated by waves of groaning distortion. It climaxes on a chantable chorus, “I sell weed and liquor to the city slickers. I can get you there quicker, and like a gun…I smoke.”

With drinks poured, fists raised, and smiles wide, TEXAS HIPPIE COALITION (THC) always know how to have a good time. A collective of tried-and-true rabble-rousers and dyed-in-the-wool storytellers, the Texas quintet—Big Dad Ritch [vocals], Cord Pool [guitar], Nevada Romo [guitar], Rado Romo [bass], and Joey Mandigo [drums]—spike ass-whopping hard rock with a kick of country swagger and a whole lot of Texas grit and gusto.
 
Gathering tens of millions of streams, logging thousands of miles on the road, and energizing countless fans, they deliver ten anthems tailormade to simmer and scorch on Gunsmoke [MNRK Heavy]. “In terms of the lyrics, the vibe, and where THC come from, we definitely went home on this album,” says Ritch. “It represents the wild west Texas-Oklahoma area. You’ve got a little red dirt country spilling over into the storytelling and metal. It’s a return to the dirt where we came from.”

Tour Dates:
August 17 - Post Falls, ID - Cruiser's
September 13 - Keokuk, IA - L-Treyns Bar
September 14 - Harshaw, WI - Bonnie & Clyde Gangster Park
September 15 - Joliet, IL - The Forge
September 20 - Cincinnati, OH - Riverfront Live
September 21- Wilmington, OH - Farm to Bottle Festival
October 10 - Mechanicsburg, PA - Lovedraft's Brewing Company
October 11 - Frenchtown, NJ - Atie's Bar & Grill
October 12 - Laconia, NJ - The Big House
October 13 - Rochester, NY - Montage Music Hall
October 17 - Pittsburgh, PA - Crafthouse Stage & Grill
October 18 - Marietta, OH - Adelphia Music Hall
October 19 - Flint, MI - The Machine Shop
October 20 - Lakewood, OH - The Winchester

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NIGHTWISH - Release New Song + Music Video 'The Day Of...'

Following the album announcement of NIGHTWISH's tenth studio album Yesterwynde, the Finnish symphonic metal legends share another teaser with their fans:
'The Day Of...' is another breathtaking output from the band, showcasing a wide range of the band's vast skillset.

Tuomas Holopainen states about 'The Day Of...':
"'The Day Of...' delivers a message of hope and deliverance from the deluge of fear and misery we are subjected to on a daily basis.
And even though it`s a long road to a dreamworld, there are no monsters under the bed; as the children in the song joyously remind us."

Stream the single here:
https://nightwish.bfan.link/thedayof

'The Day Of...' comes with a beautiful music video that can be watched below.

'The Day Of...' is the second single of NIGHTWISH's upcoming new studio album Yesterwynde which will see the light of the day on September 20th.
Order the album here:
https://nightwish.bfan.link/yesterwynde.a01

About NIGHTWISH
Working with NUCLEAR BLAST since the release of their highly lauded 2004 album Once, NIGHTWISH have gained international fame and success selling more than ten million records and receiving more than 60 gold and platinum awards, having released six No #1 albums and thirteen No #1 singles. In October 2018, NIGHTWISH was inducted into the Tähtikatu – Walk of Fame Finland, becoming the honorary gallery's eleventh member. 2020 saw the release of the band's last studio record, Human. :II: Nature. that crowned the band's discography with another No. #1 success in Finland and Germany as well as several other impressive chart entries worldwide. 


Line-Up:
Floor Jansen | Vocals
Tuomas Holopainen | Keys
Emppu Vuorinen | Guitars
Jukka Koskinen | Basses
Troy Donockley | Uilleann Pipes, Low Whistles, Acoustic & Electric Guitars, Bouzouki, Bodhrán, Aerophone, Vocals
Kai Hahto | Drums & Percussion

DEFEATED SANITY Announce New Album

"One of the most extreme things I've ever heard" - Decibel
"When Defeated Sanity release a new album, it's always cause for attention" -Metal Injection

"Defeated Sanity have captured the throne of brutal death metal..." - Angry Metal Guy

"A jazz ensemble hiding in plain sight as a brutal tech-death band" - No Clean Singing

"While the rest of us smooth-brained mortals are content with playing checkers or Connect Four, these guys are playing six simultaneous games of 3D chess with their swollen, pulsating minds" - Metal Sucks

"Should be up for some sort of award for being one of this offshoot's most steadily morphing bands" - Last Rites

"Defeated Sanity's brutality comes almost entirely from their demandingly intricate songwriting" - Toilet Over Hell

"Defeated Sanity has crafted a sound that is wholly their own" - Heaviest of Art

Defeated Sanity have pushed the boundaries of extreme metal for 30 odd years. The band execute jazz-infused chaos with mind-bending precision, while also slamming together so many memorable breakdowns that they cracked the Billboard charts. Their upcoming seventh album still hits from every odd angle, but on Chronicles of Lunacy, these technical maniacs return to sheer brutality.  

“The last few DS albums leaned heavily on the proggier side of our sound”, says the band's drummer and founding member Lille Gruber. “We still like to experiment, but on our new album, we wanted to get back to the raw slamming that our fans love about Psalms of the Moribund or Chapters of Repugnance”. 

Watch the foul video for lead single “The Odour of Sanctity”  Below.

Chronicles of Lunacy comes out November 22 on Season of Mist. 

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Just like the rivers of hell, "The Odour of Sanctity" comes pouring out the speakers in a never-ending stream of filth. Guttural vocals spew through a churning mix of chunky riffs, hiccuping drum fills and a cavernous low-end. "We wanted to keep some of the fidelity that's associated with modern death metal", the band says, "but Chronicleshas more of the raw production style that stood out on Psalms and Chapters". 

To dig back into the brutal mindset that long-time fans have come to crave, in January 2024, Defeated Sanity returned to Thousand Cave Studios. The underground New York City hotspot was also the excavation site for The Sanguinary Impetus, which dumped a fresh layer of dirt on the more "polished" production of Passages Into Deformity. Except this time around, the band encouraged producer Colin Marston to really get his hands dirty.

"The Odour of Sanctity" stinks to high heaven. New guitarist Vaughn Stoffey shreds with such gross speed that even the old school heads will be spinning around like The Exorcist. Of course, the ungodly pace is still set by the whip of Lille Gruber. He opens the song as if puncturing a wound, hammering out blast beats that are as merciless as the nails of the cross.  

"Lille's drumming is just ridiculous", says Jacob Schmidt, whose belching bass lines give "Odour" a oddball bounce. "He's the face of the DS franchise. So even though Chronicles is more slamming and straightforward, the weird, hyper-technical experiments still found a way into the mix".

Plenty of knuckle-dragging awaits within its stomach-turning twists, but Chronicles of Lunacy isn't Defeated Sanity for dummies. Heck, the album's concept is wrapped up in the many malicious ways that delusional thinking can rot the human psyche. "Each song deals with a different strain of mental corruption", says Josh Welshman. "Odour" stinks of religious fanaticism. After a brutal showing on Sanguinary, Welshman returns with a vengeance. "A miracle defiled / Fraudulently wrought", he summons with a demonic growl as the band open up the pit with a brutal breakdown. 

"In true DS fashion, 'Odour' showcases the full range of our sound", the band says. "It's freaky but also unrelentingly brutal, which represents the crossroad that we ended up at on Chronicles of Lunacy. Even though the album can get pretty fucking weird, there's still a emphasis on straight-up slamming". 

The video for "The Odour of Sanctity" was created by Obscenery Films. 

None of their albums are ever going to follow a straight line, but on Chronicles of Lunacy, Defeated Sanity return to sheer brutality.  


Lineup
Josh Welshman - Vocals
Vaughn Stoffey - Guitars
Jacob Schmidt - Bass
Lille Gruber - Drums

Guest musicians
Danny Nelson and Paolo Paguntalan provide backup vocals on "Amputationsdrang" and "Accelerating the Rot"

Recording Studio
Thousand Caves Studio in January 2024.

Production
Recorded, mixed and mastered by Colin Marston.
Produced by Colin Marston and Defeated Sanity.

Cover Art
Artwork by Jon Zig
Title lettering by Liz Schmidt
Layout by Alex Eckman-Lawn

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Follow Defeated Sanity
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https://www.facebook.com/DefeatedSanity
https://www.instagram.com/defeated_sanity_official 

Cranked Up Records Signs Paisty Jenny to Its Growing Roster

Cranked Up Records is thrilled to announce the latest addition to its label family: Paisty Jenny! Known for their high-energy, adrenaline-filled performances, Paisty Jenny is ready to take their career to the next level with this exciting new partnership.

Paisty Jenny, the hard-hitting rock band, is equally excited to share that they have officially inked a deal with Cranked Up Records. This collaboration marks a new chapter for the band as they prepare to release fresh music and visuals that fans won't want to miss.

In September 2024, Paisty Jenny will be shooting their first music video under Cranked Up Records, with the highly anticipated release of their new single, "Jesus And Guns,"slated for October 2024. This project promises to deliver the raw energy and emotion that Paisty Jenny fans have come to expect.

Before the music video, Paisty Jenny will be capturing live video footage at the Bourbon Theatre on August 14, 2024. The band will be performing alongside rock heavyweights Black Stone Cherry and Nonpoint, ensuring an unforgettable night of rock and roll.

Paisty Jenny is no stranger to the stage, having shared the spotlight with renowned acts such as My Darkest Days, Buckcherry, Kid Rock, Like a Storm, Otherwise, Saving Abel, Cavo, Tesla, Puddle of Mudd, Saliva, and Drowning Pool. Their extensive experience also includes multiple career-defining performances with legends like Bret Michaels, Vince Neil, Jackyl, LA Guns, Firehouse, Slaughter, Lita Ford, and Skid Row.

In 2019, Paisty Jenny collaborated with multi-platinum producer Sylvia Massy (Tool, System of a Down, Sevendust) and Michael Beck (Jake E Lee's Red Dragon Cartel)to reach new heights in their musical journey. The result was their acclaimed CD, 18 Days In Weed, recorded at Massy’s Loud Palace in Weed, California, and released on March 30, 2019.

The band's first official radio release, "ANYTHING," produced by Michael Beck, made a significant impact, debuting at #3 on the FMQB ACC for most station adds, second only to Nickelback, and climbing to #90 nationwide in total plays.

Their follow-up single, "CRIMINAL," became the first from the Massy/Beck sessions to rise to #54 on the MEDIABASE Active Rock Indie Label Report. It also qualified for consideration in multiple categories at the 56th Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Rock Performance.

Paisty Jenny continued their momentum with subsequent singles, "LET IT GO" and "HIGH," both reaching #137 on the BDS Mainstream Rock Indicator Chart, solidifying their presence in the rock music scene.

With the upcoming release of "Jesus And Guns," and the support of Cranked Up Records, Paisty Jenny is poised to continue their ascent in the rock world. Stay tuned for more updates on their journey!

About Cranked Up Records:
Cranked Up Records is a leading independent label dedicated to discovering and promoting the best in rock music. With a roster that includes some of the most exciting talent in the industry, Cranked Up Records is committed to delivering high-quality music that resonates with fans worldwide.

About Paisty Jenny:
Paisty Jenny is a rock band known for their electrifying performances and powerful sound. With years of experience and a dedicated fanbase, Paisty Jenny continues to push the boundaries of rock music with each new release.

ALBORN, Releases Official Music Video for Single "A Little Less Than Expected (Show Me)"

Alternative metal band, ALBORN, released a brand new single titled "A Little Less Than Expected (Show Me)" to all digital outlets via One RPM. The band released the official music video for the single today, August 13, 2024.

WATCH "A Little Less Than Expected (Show Me)" Below.

ALBORN is a hard hitting yet melodic alternative metal band based in Northern Illinois. Their resume includes sharing the stage with Shinedown, All That Remains, Sevendust, Nonpoint, Badflower, Powerman 5000, Buckcherry, Adelitas Way, Gemini Syndrome, Plush and others. ALBORN is known for bringing a tight, high energy performance. Every. Single. Show.

ALBORN released their debut EP, Impairative in 2020. Follow up singles “Full Circle”, “Cause to Create” and “Hindsight” took them through 2021 and had initial success including Spotify's “Rock Hard” playlist, SiriusXM Octane, Music Choice as well as terrestrial radio rotation.

To round out 2022, the band did more writing and flew to Las Vegas to work with Chris Collier and James “Fluff” Harley. This dynamic production duo was fresh off working with Korn on their Requiem album. There, ALBORN recorded 3 songs, "Push", "Learn to Live" and "Even Numbers". A 4th song, 'Ten Times" was then added to form the EP, Push, which the band put out through Pavement Entertainment (Sony / The Orchard)in early 2023.

In March 2023, ALBORN hit the road for 18 days providing direct support to Powerman 5000 while ALBORN’s new single, “Push” started at radio. The single was a big hit, even charting on Billboard's Top 40 for Mainstream Rock.

In 2024, to follow up their incredible success, ALBORN again went to Las Vegas to join Collier and Harley. This time the team recorded 4 songs the band feels is the best brand of ALBORN yet. The first of these, “A Little Less Than Expected (Show Me)” releases 8/9/24. To support this, the band is continuing to rock the Midwest including Rockfest in Cadott, WI and providing direct support to All That Remains in East Moline, IL.

Upcoming Shows:

Aug 20 with Hed PE, Smile Empty Soul, Simon Says, ALBORN in Joliet, IL
Aug 28 with Disturbed, Plush, Alborn in Dubuque, IA
Aug 31 @ I-Rock 5 Year Anniversary Party with All That Remains, ALBORN & Shallow Side! in East Moline, IL
Sep 12 @ X-Ray Arcade in Cudahy, WI
Sep 28 @ Rock The Equinox in Stigler Oklahoma 2024 in Stigler, OK

ALBORN is:
Justin Taylor: Lead Vocals & Guitar
Nate Guske: Guitar & Vocals
Alex Raser: Drums & Screams
Zame Lewis: Bass

For More Information Please Visit:

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This Friday Night: Don't Miss VERA Grace + Hyden NYC's Debut at H0L0!

 Friday, August 16th in welcoming the dark, industrial sound of @veragraceb and international groove giver @hydenmusic as we say goodbye to summer in proper form. Support your lovely locals @djauspex , @_devoye , @evelyn_isalive , and @_muertelenta_ as they all debut for AGAPĒ on this special night. Enjoy the moment, be present, and connect with your fellow dancers!

 

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"American Idol” Winner Iam Tongi is on the “Road to Hana”

“American Idol” Season 21 winner and Hawaii native, Iam Tongi releases new track, “Road to Hana”  via 19 Recordings. Co-written by Tongi, the song is a love letter to the islands where he grew up. Listen to “Road to Hana” Below .
 
Recorded in Nashville at Soultrain Sound Studios, Tongi says of the song, “I’ve always been proud of my heritage and where I was raised. Hawaii is such a big place with so many beautiful secret destinations. There’s a few however that are known around the world. The road to Hana is 64.4 miles of untouched beauty. This song is a celebration of that beauty and everything it has to offer.”

At just 18-years old when he auditioned, the Hawaiian born singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist won hearts around the world and brought Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan, to tears with his emotional performance of James Blunt's "Monsters," dedicated to his father Rodney who had recently passed away - watch it HERE. The audition went on to become the most watched on the show’s YouTube with 29 million views. 
 
Tongi became the first Pacific Islander to win the series, performing an emotional duet with James Blunt of his audition song "Monsters" – watch it HERE.  He went on to earn his first Billboard No. 1 on the Rock Digital Songs Sales Chart after releasing his debut single, "I'll Be Seeing You" 
 
Tongi will appear in “MAUI RISING: The Fight for Hawai'i’s Future,” airing tonight, Friday, Aug. 9, at 8 p.m. EDT on ABC, streaming the next day on Hulu. The one-hour primetime special marks a year since the deadliest wildfire in modern U.S. history tore through the picturesque town of Lahaina, Maui, leaving a community reeling and inspiring a new generation of organizers ready to stand up for change. Narrated by actor and Hawai’i resident Jason Scott Lee, the program highlights the strength, determination and resilience of the people of Lahaina and follows Native Hawaiian community leaders who see the tragedy as an opportunity to re-envision a new town based on ecological restoration, cultural repair, and ultimately a chance to build a stronger, more equitable and more sustainable future for all of Hawai’i.  
 
“MAUI RISING: The Fight for Hawai'i’s Future” spotlights Lahaina leaders who see the catastrophic fire as a pivot point and opportunity to rectify long-standing issues around affordable housing, the tourism-based economy, water rights and resource exploitation. In addition to Tongi, interviews include legendary Hawaiian surfer Archie Kalepa; Hawaiian cultural practitioner Ke’eaumoku Kapu; key organizers of the grassroots community group Lahaina Strong, Pā’ele Kiakona, Courtney Lazo and Jordan Ruidas; and more.
 
Tongi is currently on the road with dates across the U.S. through the end of the year. For the latest news including tour dates and new music visit officialiamtongi.com and follow along @wtongi on Instagram, TikTok, X and Facebook. 

Upcoming Tour Dates
8/10            Tulsa, OK           Gathering Place
8/23            Salt Lake City, UT       Granary Live
9/11          Virginia Beach, VA      24th Street Stage 
9/12            Jacksonville, NC Hooligans Live
9/21            Sacramento, CA  Cal Expo State Fairgrounds
9/28            San Diego, CA    Mission Bayfest
10/10          York, PA             Appell Center for the Performing Arts
10/12          Orleans, MA                Outermost Roots and Blues Festival
10/17          Eau Claire, WI    Pablo Center at the Confluence
10/19          Madisonville, KY        Glema Mahr Center For The Arts
11/09          Tacoma, WA                 Tacoma Dome

Whiskey Myers Celebrate 5 New RIAA Certifications During "Fox & Friends" All-American Summer Concert Series

While appearing live on the “Fox & Friends” All-American Summer Concert Series today, Aug. 9, genre-bending band Whiskey Myers added to their Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) hardware with a surprise presentation of five new Gold, Platinum and multi-Platinum certifications (denoted with asterisks below), bringing their total to nine RIAA-certified hits, a rare feat for an independent band:

  • “Stone” (2x Platinum)*

  • “Bury My Bones” (Platinum)*

  • “Ballad of a Southern Man” (Platinum)

  • “Broken Window Serenade” (Platinum)

  • Firewater (Gold)

  • “Reckoning” (Gold)*

  • “Bar, Guitar and a Honky Tonk Crowd” (Gold)*

  • “Lonely East Texas Nights” (Gold)*

  • “Virginia” (Gold)

The chart-topping band performed two of those Platinum-certified songs, “Bury My Bones” and “Broken Window Serenade,” as well as fan-favorite “Die Rockin'” plus “John Wayne” and “Feets” off their latest album, Tornillo, lauded by Forbes as “difficult to categorize or pigeonhole because it’s uniquely their own... constantly pushing the creative envelope,” with Saving Country Music declaring the album to be “unapologetic and attitudinal,” noting, “Tonrillo brings an energy, drive, pluck, and abandon most of modern music in this repressed era has vacated due to fear of reprisal. Rock music needs saving too, and Whiskey Myers is here to pick up the slack."

Whiskey Myers' appearance comes as the band brings their high-octane live show celebrated by Holler as a “six-piece concoction of southern rock, blue-collar country and rock 'n' roll... solidifying Whiskey Myers' place among the leading jam bands of the 21st century” to Atlantic City, N.J. tonight, Aug. 9; Virginia Beach, Va. (with Hank Williams, Jr.) tomorrow, Aug. 10; and Selbyville, Del. on Sunday, Aug. 11 as their headlining run continues throughout the U.S. until November. Tickets to all dates are on sale now via WhiskeyMyers.com.

For all the latest information, visit WhiskeyMyers.com and follow on social media @WhiskeyMyers.

L to R (seated): Fox & Friends’ Lawrence Jones, Steve Doocy, Rachel Campos-Duffy and Brian Kilmeade with Whiskey Myers’ Cody Cannon and John Jeffers
L to R (standing): Cody Tate, Jamey Gleaves, Jeff Hogg and Tony Kent
Photo Credit: Khris Poage

Whiskey Myers 2024 Tour
* denotes direct support to Hank Williams, Jr.
^ denotes direct support to Zach Bryan (festival date)
(visit WhiskeyMyers.com for support details specific to each headlining date)
Aug. 9              Atlantic City, N.J.  ||  Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena
Aug. 10            Virginia Beach, Va.  ||  Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater *
Aug. 11            Selbyville, Del.  ||  Freeman Arts Pavilion
Aug. 13            Reading, Pa.  ||  Santander Arena
Aug. 15            Kingston, R.I.  ||  Ryan Center
Aug. 16            Bangor, Maine  ||  Maine Savings Amphitheater
Aug. 17            Gilford, N.H.  ||  Bank of New Hampshire Amphitheater
Aug. 18            Bridgeport, Conn.  ||  Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
Aug. 21            Asbury Park, N.J.  ||  Stone Pony Summer Stage
Aug. 23            Saratoga Springs, N.Y.  ||  Broadview Stage at SPAC *
Aug. 24            Syracuse, N.Y.  ||  Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview *
Aug. 31            Palmer, Alaska  ||  Alaska State Fair
Sept. 21            Louisville, Ky.  ||  Bourbon & Beyond ^
Oct. 17             Huntsville, Ala.  ||  Orion Amphitheater
Oct. 18             Alpharetta, Ga.  ||  Ameris Bank Amphitheater
Oct. 19             Simpsonville, S.C.  ||  Greenville Country Music Festival
Oct. 20             Johnson City, Tenn.  ||  Freedom Hall
Oct. 22             Wilmington, N.C.  ||  Live Oak Bank Pavilion
Oct. 25             Charlottesville, Va.  ||  Ting Pavilion
Oct. 26             Raleigh, N.C.  ||  Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
Oct. 28             Dothan, Ala.  ||  Dothan City Civic Center
Oct. 30             Baton Rouge, La.  ||  Raising Cane’s River Center Arena
Oct. 31             Lake Charles, La.  ||  Lake Charles Civic Center
Nov. 1              Tulsa, Okla.  ||  BOK Center
Nov. 2              Dallas, Texas  ||  Dos Equis Pavilion
Nov. 6              Las Vegas, Nev.  ||  The Theater at Virgin Hotels
Nov. 7              Phoenix, Ariz.  ||  The Hondo Rodeo Fest *
Nov. 8              Laughlin, Nev.  ||  Harrah's Laughlin Casino & Hotel

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 2.1 million albums and amassed over 3.1 billion streams while earning nine RIAA Gold & Platinum/multi-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 multiple features (and the first on-screen musical guest 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.”