SENNA Announce New Album "Stranger To Love" + Share Video For New Single "High Note"

German metalcore band SENNA are proud to announce the release of their debut album, Stranger To Love, on May 23. Ahead of the full-length project, the band unveiled its lead single, "High Note," available to stream everywhere.

Watch the official video below:

With Stranger To Love, SENNA present an intimate and deeply reflective collection of songs that explore the subtleties of human connection and personal growth.

Marcel, speaking on the album's themes, shares: "Stranger To Love is a collection of anecdotes from our own personal lives. These stories are not special in the sense that they are not extraordinary or unique to just us. They are not these once-in-a-lifetime experiences that change everything. They're the kinds of experiences that happen quietly, in everyday moments. A conversation that didn't go as planned. Feelings that linger longer than they should. Slowly realizing that things have changed in a relationship.

"What makes these stories meaningful is not that they are special, but that they are real. They happen to us, they happen to people everywhere, every day. Sometimes they happen in obvious ways, sometimes in ways that barely get noticed. They're part of what it means to figure things out. In the end, these moments connect us, even if we experience them in our own way."

The first taste of the album comes with "High Note," a track that dives deep into the emotional struggle of moving forward while wrestling with the past.

Simon describes the song, saying, "In a world that demands constant motion, there’s an undeniable tension between the pull of escape and the weight of what’s left behind. Our latest track 'High Note' captures that struggle—a raw exploration of navigating life’s harsh realities and the fleeting comfort found in temporary highs. It's a reflection on vulnerability, the search for refuge, and the relentless push to keep moving forward, even when the path feels uncertain."

SENNA have been steadily carving out their space in the alternative music scene with their raw lyricism and dynamic sound. With Stranger To Love, the band expands their sonic landscape, delivering a record that is both deeply personal and universally relatable.

Adding to the excitement, SENNA will join The Devil Wears Prada as support on their highly anticipated EU/UK tour next month sharing the stage with SeeYouSpaceCowboy and Kingdom of Giants. 

Pop Evil Announce Spring 2025 Headline Tour + New Album "What Remains" Out 3/21

Modern rock powerhouse POP EVIL — vocalist Leigh Kakaty, guitarists Dave Grahs and Nick Fuelling, bassist Joey "Chicago" Walser, and drummer Blake Allison — recently announced their forthcoming eighth album WHAT REMAINS. It arrives March 21 via MNRK. Pre-save it here. The vinyl pre-order lives on the band official store.

Today, the band has announced its Spring 2025 headline tour. The "What Remains" Tour begins on April 8 in Tulsa, OK and the trek runs through May 18 in Bloomington, IN. Devour the Day (which features members of Pop Evil, Joey and Blake), Return to Dust, and Oni will serve as support.

All dates are below. Get tickets and VIP packages here. 

Additionally, Pop Evil have announced details of a private "Album Release Even"t with SiriusXM Octane on March 20. The event will be held at Cult of Individuality in NYC and the band will do an acoustic performance along with a Q&A hosted by Jose Mangin. Details to enter to win this experience with SiriusXM Octane to come. 

"The 'What Remains North America Tour' is coming, and we're bringing the chaos with us," the band says. "This isn't just a lineup, it's a sonic onslaught. But this tour isn't just another run of shows, it's a statement. A reckoning. A test of endurance for those who crave something more. Are you ready?"

POP EVIL ON TOUR:
3/20 — New York NY — SiriusXM Octane Album Release at Cult of Individuality^
4/8 — Tulsa, OK — Cains Ballroom
4/10 — Dallas, TX — Echo Soundstage
4/11 — Little Rock, AR — The Hall
4/12 — Colombia, MO — The Blue Note
4/13 — Lincoln, NE — Bourbon Theatre
4/14 — Denver, CO — Oriental
4/15 — Colorado Springs, CO — The Black Sheep
4/17 — Los Angeles, CA — Regent Theater
4/19 — Phoenix, AZ — Marquee Theatre
4/22 — Boise, ID — Knitting Factory
4/23 — Seattle, WA — The Neptune
4/24 — Spokane, WA — Knitting Factory
4/25 — Salem, OR — Elsinore Theatre
4/26 — Reno, NV — Cargo
4/29 — Vancouver, BC — Rickshaw Theatre
5/1 — Calgary, AB — The Palace Theatre
5/2 — Edmonton, AB — Century Show Room+
5/3 — Saskatoon, SK — Louis
5/4 — Winnipeg, MB — Park Theatre
5/6 — Chicago, IL — Bottom Lounge
5/7 — Green Bay, WI — EPIC
5/8 — Des Moines, IA — Wooly's*
5/9 — Grand Rapids, MI — 20 Monroe*
5/10 — Detroit, MI — The Fillmore*
5/12 — Lititz, PA — Mickey's*
5/15 — Charlotte, NC — The Underground*
5/16 — Myrtle Beach, SC — House of Blues*
5/17 — Louisville, KY — Mercury Ballroom*
5/18 — Bloomington, IL — The Castle Theatre*
^Pop Evil Only
*No Return To Dust
+No Devour The Day

For two decades, Pop Evil frontman Leigh Kataky has needed to mine the deepest of reserves in order to drag the band up from the blue-collar grassroots of his local Michigan scene to stand proud at the top of the modern rock game. Soaring successes, bitter defeats… Leigh Kakaty has survived it all.

What Remains is the culmination and story of this journey with Pop Evil, laid bare like never before. Continuing in the recent vein of 2023's acclaimed Skeletons, the new opus is both sonically and thematically Pop Evil's heaviest ever offering; a thundering collection of arena-ready modern rock and metal hits in which Kakaty opens heart, mind, and soul.

"There are a lot of issues and things that I've dealt with in this journey of Pop Evil that I've buried for a long time," the frontman explains of this document of resilience, perseverance, and accountability.

Pop Evil were born in North Muskegon, Michigan in 2001, Kakaty drawing on the lessons of a youth first shaped not by music, but by high school basketball — leadership, team work, the drive to improve in the lonely hours put in at the gym at 5am, the will to win suppressing any fear — in order to fight tooth and nail for their break-out moment.

"I was hustling and learning every day to make my dreams come true," Kakaty recalls of his time playing local bars and slinging early EPs out of the back of his truck. "Studying never interested me. Neither did getting a regular job. A knee injury wrecked my shot at playing sports. Music was all I wanted to do from that moment, and I didn't give myself a backup plan. Pop Evil gave me a purpose, and a reason to get up every day. It became a crusade."

Lipstick on the Mirror, their 2008 debut, and its follow-up, War of Angels, brought acclaim and global attention; 2013's Onyx delivered the first of the band's nine No.1 singles and six RIAA-certified gold and platinum plaques, but also a period of darkness brought on by the grief of Kakaty losing his father. "I was completely lost … I had just missed the last five years with my dad, chasing this dream when I could have been with him. I didn’t know if I wanted or could do Pop Evil any more," he says. The band’'s 2017 self-titled album, opened by the smash-hit "Waking Lions" was written "pretty much to save my life" – but in turn “reminded me of the fire I have inside, and that God put me here to make music that could help people."

It's a mission statement enshrined in Pop Evil to this day — and which provided the spark for the genesis of What Remains.

“You're always chasing that one song that can connect with that one person," Kakaty says. "And that process has to start with yourself. There's a lot of personal healing on this record, a lot of things I wanted to get out for my own mental well-being. I'm finally
at a place where I can confront my demons."

Sonically, the album is a riotous explosion of life-affirming noise; a vortex of scything riffs and gut-punch drum beats that regularly give way to Pop Evil's hallmark anthemic choruses.

"We set out to push boundaries," nods Kakaty. "Metal has always been a part of our DNA, but we've never made it such a focal point before. A lot of writing on this record has been about listening to what my soul is saying and letting the songs find their own path, rather than chasing a sound that might fit in on the radio. I think you can really hear the mood and emotion of the album's themes in the music."

ABOUT MNRK MUSIC GROUP:
MNRK Music Group is one of the largest independent music companies in the world, operating in every major music market. MNRK is committed to discovering and guiding top music creators and artists plus distributing premier music companies Dualtone Music Group and Last Gang. Its catalog across divisions consists of 65,000 music tracks, including multiple GRAMMY winners and platinum-selling hits.

Rotting Christ Announce New Live Album

ROTTING CHRIST have stood the test of time. Over the past 35 years, Sakis Tolis, his brother Themis and their brothers-in-arms have risen from Greece's blackened catacombs to become one of metal's most formidably reliable forces.

Backed by a legacy that has both defined and defied black metal, last year, the Greek legends carved out a new set of dark, melodic scriptures with fresh rebellion on the unbreakable Pro Xristou. 

"...this is the most arena-worthy Rotting Christ have been in some time", No Clean Singing wrote about their latest album.  

Now, Rotting Christ are celebrating 35 years of evil existence with a new live album. This two-hour set was recorded at the Lycabettus Hill Theater in the band's hometown of Athens. Like a Greek pantheon, it spans the band's entire career, from early evil classics to the pillars of their Hellenic legacy, including the stadium-shaking title track from their spirited eleventh album.     

Watch Rotting Christ perform "Κατά τον Δαίμονα Εαυτού" Live in Lycabettus below:

35 Years of Evil Existence - Live in Lycabettus comes out April 4th on Season of Mist.
 

Pre-order & Pre-save 
https://orcd.co/rottingchristliveinlycabettus

Pro Xristou is bound to hold a revered place in the Rotting Christ’s heretical history. Always true to their name, the band’s fourteenth album – which, in English, means “Before Christ” –  pays tribute to the last of the Pagan kings by offering up more towering, gothic, melodic black metal.

“Our new album was inspired by the might of ancient pagan wisdom”, says frontman Sakis Tolis. “It’s a tribute to those who resisted the coming of Christianity, which destroyed all the values, traditions and knowledge of the ancient world”.

Later this spring, Rotting Christ are blessing Europe on The Unholy Trinity Tour with Behemoth and Satyricon. Then this summer, the band will return stateside for an exclusive performance at Milwaukee Metalfest.

Pro Xristou (‘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

Biography:
Sébastien J. Gamez

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NOBLE DEMON Unleashes "Noble Demonic Metal – Chapter 5" Sampler to Celebrate Fifth Anniversary! ​

German independent label NOBLE DEMON is marking its fifth anniversary with the release of a brand new label sampler, "Noble Demonic Metal – Chapter 5". Founded by former Nuclear Blast veteran Patrick Walch, in cooperation with Berlin-based media group UCM.ONE, NOBLE DEMON has quickly become a force in the metal scene, building a diverse roster of international artists and cultivating a dedicated following.

"Noble Demonic Metal – Chapter 5" features the label's latest releases and other tracks that have not yet appeared on previous compilations, making it a must-have for collectors and dedicated fans. The 25-track compilation delivers a potent dose of heavy music, spanning a variety of styles. From established acts to exciting newcomers, the sampler highlights the strength and depth of the NOBLE DEMON family.

Listen to "Noble Demonic Metal – Chapter 5" HERE

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Sleep Theory Announce Debut Album + Share "Static" Video

Breakout four-piece Sleep Theory — vocalist Cullen Moore, guitarist Daniel Pruitt, bassist Paolo Vergara, and drummer Ben Pruitt — were one of the biggest success stories of both 2023 and 2024. The band dominated the radio airwaves and charts; were one of the most buzzed about bands on the festival circuit; won over fans at every show they played; and turns heads at press, with everyone from Revolver to Loudwire to Alternative Press to Forbes to Ones to Watch unable to deny the band's DNA-distinct blend of hard rock. 

Today, Sleep Theory storm headlong into 2025 by announcing their eagerly awaited debut album, Afterglow, which arrives on May 16 via Epitaph Records. 

The album, which offers a stunning display of diverse rock flavors, was produced by David Cowell and mixed by Zakk Cervini (Bring Me The Horizon, Bad Omens, Architects).

Pre-order it here. 

Sleep Theory are also thrilled to share the video for the new single "Static," which serves as the album's opener. It starts with a ferocious roar before launching into their signature dynamic, heavy bounce and massive vocal hooks.

Watch the video Below:

Sleep Theory combine energetic hard rock and metalcore, alongside the powerhouse vocalist Cullen Moore. Praised by Jelly Roll and David Draiman, they've toured with Shinedown, Falling In Reverse, and Beartooth. In under two years, they became the fifth most-played artist on Active Rock radio. Afterglow and the Paper Hearts EP merge heavy rock with pop and R&B, producing anthemic bangers and emotional ballads. Saluted by Revolver, Loudwire, and Amazon Music as an Artist to Watch in 2025, they've become one of heavy music's biggest breakouts.

With Afterglow, the quartet proves ready to ascend to the next level. 

Stray From the Path Drop Video for New Single "Kubrick Stare" — WATCH // Band Signs to SharpTone

STRAY FROM THE PATH — Drew Dijorio, vocals; Tom Williams, guitar; Anthony Altamura, bass; and Craig Reynolds, drums — have fired off the video for the ferocious new single "Kubrick Stare."

Watch it below. 

In conjunction with the new song and visual, the band is pleased to announce that it has signed with SharpTone Records.

For "Kubrick Stare," Stray From the Path returned to the studio with longtime producer and frequent collaborator Will Putney [Body Count, Knocked Loose, Vein.fm]. They tapped into a groove almost immediately. Backed by a jarring beat, a stomping guitar riff punctuated by eerie squeals sets the tone for the track. It gives way to a vitriolic verse from Dijorio who wonders: "How much can we fucking bare?" Finally, the hard-hitting hook takes hold: "Oh you traumatized, just walk it off?"

About the track, which is somewhat of a commentary on our digitally driven society, Williams states, "It felt like we were capturing lightning in a bottle. We built the song around those scary chords. Every day, people on the Internet see the craziest things they've ever seen in their lives. Sometimes, it's hard to feel seriously about these atrocities because we see them all day. You're so numb to it that you're just staring blankly."

He continues "It's unfortunately become normal, and it's driving us crazy. Hence, the 'Kubrick Stare' reference — which was a tactic Stanley Kubrick used to show a character losing his mind. We're locked into our phones, and we probably look like Jack looking out of the window in The Shining."

Expect even more from Stray From the Path in 2025.

But for now, it's all about that "Kubrick Stare."

The band will hit the road later this month for a European tour supporting Spiritbox. All dates are here.

Since the turn of the century, the New York quartet has infused hardcore with metallic precision, hip-hop attitude, punk spirit, and unapologetic politically-charged songwriting unafraid to point out injustice. As such, they've engendered obsession among a diehard fanbase, selling out shows worldwide.  In 2025, an unbreakable creative and personal bond continues to drive the band as they prepare more music for release.

Renowned Rock Singer RUSS BALLARD Returns with Revisited Version of "New York Groove" + Music Video

Renowned rock singer RUSS BALLARD is pleased to announce the release of a revisited version of his famous hit “New York Groove”, along with a new music video, both out now via Frontiers Music Srl.

Russ Ballard comments on the track:

“I wrote the song in 1975 and it was a very quick process, written and recorded in about three hours. I had down time in the studio, no song - just a title, 'New York Groove' and an idea to play it to a Bo Diddley rhythm.”

Watch the Music Video for “New York Groove” Below:

RUSS BALLARD is simply one of the most renowned and gifted songwriters in pop and rock music. His music career started when he was only 14 years old and he wrote a tune, which was recorded by The Shadows, appearing on their album 'The Sound Of The Shadows' in 1964.

During the 70’s and 80’s, his songs ruled the airwaves and the list of hits is pretty much endless. From “Since You Been Gone” (Rainbow), “God Gave Rock'n'Roll To You” (Argent and Kiss), “So You Win Again” (Hot Chocolate), “New York Groove” (Hello and Ace Frehley), “You Can Do Magic” (America), “Winning” (Santana) or “I Don’t Believe In Miracles” (Colin Blunstone) – just to name a few – everyone who needed a great song knew that with RUSS BALLARD they could not go wrong.

Numerous records/artists were also produced by him, like Roger Daltrey, America, Elkie Brooks, Skindred or Sada Vidoo. In 1974, he started a solo career (after his stint with the band Argent in early 70’s), which had its highest momentum with the 'S/t' album in 1984 (which included the hit single “Voices”) and the follow up “The Fire Still Burns”.

Since then, BALLARD has released 10 studio albums and is still writing and producing hits. Three songs from his 1984 and 1985 albums were featured in the TV show “Miami Vice” and were extensively played on dance floors around Europe.

Beauty In Chaos presents ‘Signs In The Heavens Reality Upside Down’ album + video featuring Ministry's Al Jourgensen

LA-based collective Beauty In Chaos presents their new album ‘Signs In The Heavens Reality Upside Down’, released via 33.3 Music Collective. As what has become BIC's modus operandi, their fourth studio release, 'Dancing With Angels', is now followed by a ‘re-envisioned’ companion. This 29-track Limited Edition double-CD features stylistically diverse versions of the eight songs found on this widely acclaimed 2024 album, along with two 'bonus' tracks.

Based in Los Angeles, Beauty In Chaos formed in 2018 by guitarist Michael Ciravolo(formerly of Human Drama and Gene Loves Jezebel and current President of Schecter Guitars) with Grammy-nominated producer Michael Rozon (Ministry, Jarboe, Wayne Hussey, The Melvins), who also mixed and co-produced Ministry’s upcoming ‘Squirrelly Years’ album (out in summer 2025).

Returning participants in the chaos-fun include Mark Gemini Thwaite, Kitty Lectro, Tyler Bates, Kevin Kipnis and Julian Shah-Tayler, with a cast of newcomers as William Faith (The Bellwether Syndicate), Frontal Boundary and Combichrist’s Andy LaPlegua. Beauty In Chaos also worked with Ashton Nyte and Cynthia Isabellato create two ‘almost acoustic’ versions of their songs, which Ciravolo cites amongst his favorites.

“I still really enjoy turning complete control of these songs over to an extremely talented cast of artists, producers and dee-jays, giving them total creative freedom to sonically disassemble and reassemble these tracks as they hear ‘em.  I realize that this is a BIG listen, but I think our BIC audience will find some gems amongst these reiterations that certainly run the gamut from almost-acoustic to four-on-the floor-dance club," says Michael Ciravolo.

"This double-CD will be limited to 100 copies, and is available via through BIC’s online store. Since this is the sonic-companion to ‘Dancing With Angels’, we are blessed to again have German artist Maren Platzhoff’s hand-painted art adorning this CD."

Along with this release, BIC presents a ‘double feature’ video of the two ‘bonus’ tracks closing this album. Not so much a political statement as they are tributes to some very great artists, Ciravolo chose to cover T. Rex’s 'Children Of The Revolution' (featuring Ministry’s Al Jourgensen on vocals) and 'Open Your Eyes' by The Lords of the New Church.  As with much of BIC's work, it was filmed and directed by Vicente Cordero / Industrialism Films based on a video concept by Michael Ciravolo.

"These two tracks are a ‘middle-finger’ to the Military Industrial Complex and Globalists that keep the world in endless, often senseless wars," adds Michael Ciravolo. “It is more than a bit frightening that humanity seems destined to repeat history as opposed to learning from it. Stiv Bators said it perfectly - “Open your eyes see the lies right in front of you”.

'Dancing With Angels' features The Mission frontman Wayne and Cinthya Hussey, The Bellwether Syndicate’s William and Sarah Faith, Ashton Nyte (The Awakening), Kat Leon (Holy Wars) and Julian Shah-Tayler (The Singularity), Leo Luganskiy (Strangelove), Cynthia Isabella (Silence In The Snow) and Patrik Mata (Kommunity FK), the lead single for which was mixed by legendary producer Tim Palmer (The Cure, U2, David Bowie, Robert Plant, HIM).

Previous BIC releases involve members of The Cure, Ministry, Cheap Trick, The Offspring, Gene Loves Jezebel, Marilyn Manson, Human Drama, Bauhaus, Nine Inch Nails, Van Halen, A Flock of Seagulls, dUg Pinnick (Kings X), ICE-T, Rolan Bolan, and guitar icon Zakk Wylde.

The new 29-track Limited Edition Double CD is available from the Beauty In Chaos store, along with the ‘Dancing With Angels’ album on multi-color vinyl and CD. 'Signs In The Heavens Reality Upside Down' is also available digitally as a bonus to the CD, and can also be downloaded via Bandcamp.

ALBUM & SINGLE CREDITS
Recorded, mixed and mastered by Michael Rozon
Original paintings (on cover artwork) by Maren Platzhoff
'Children of the Revolution' written by Marc Bolan c.1972
Al Jourgensen – vocals & slide guitar
Michael Ciravolo – guitars, textures & backing vocals
Michael Rozon – drums, bass & backing vocals
Whitney Tai – backing vocals
Paul ‘Yachty’ Pate – saxophone
'Open Your Eyes' written by Stiv Bators and Brian James c. 1982
Michael Ciravolo – lead and backing vocals, guitars and bass
Michael Rozon – drums, synth, bass and backing vocals
Whitney Tai – backing vocals
Paul ‘Yachty’ Pate – saxophone

VIDEO CREDITS
Videos filmed and directed by Vicente Cordero (Industrialism Films)
Edited by Ryan Conlon
Staging, lighting and AI intro by Skum Love
Makeup by Dania Ridgeway
Thumbnail photos by Kevin Estrada
Thumbnail created by GABB
Video concept by Michael Ciravolo
'Children of the Revolution' video features Al Jourgensen (vocals & slide guitar), Michael Ciravolo (guitar), Tish Ciravolo (bass) & Michael Rozon (drums)
'Open Your Eyes' video features Michael Ciravolo (vocals & guitar), Colin Alflen (guitar), Tish Ciravolo (bass), Michael Rozon (drums), Anthony Love (Uncle Sam saxophone) & Whitney Tai (backing vocals)
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR 


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The Young Fables 2025 & Beyond!

We are beyond grateful for an incredible 2024, and we owe so much of it to you! This past year brought The Young Fables some of our most significant milestones yet —

• We signed a publishing deal with BMG
They are an industry powerhouse! OMG, BMG!

• Our documentary The Fable of a Song landed on TV!
(now available on Amazon Prime)

• We performed at more festivals & live shows than ever before!

• and we officially released our latest album!
Short Stories

As we step into 2025, we’re gearing up for even more exciting releases, and we can’t wait to share what’s coming next. But first, we wanted to send an exclusive treat to YOU— our incredible mailing list subscribers!

Enjoy this special performance of “Come Find Me” featuring the amazing Karim, recorded live at our Short Stories record release show at The Basement East in Nashville, TN. We’ll be rolling out more of these performances publicly soon, but for now, this one is just for you!

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Close Enemies with Tom Hamilton of Aerosmith Sign to TKO (The Kirby Organization) Booking Agency ​

Close Enemies, a powerhouse band featuring legendary musicians Tom Hamilton, multiple Grammy winner, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member, and bassist of the biggest-selling American rock band of all time, Aerosmith, is joined by legendary drummer Tony Brock (The Babys and Rod Stewart), touring veterans Peter Stroud (Sheryl Crow and Don Henley) and Trace Foster on guitar, and singer Chasen Hampton, who has been singing professionally since the age of 11, as a member and co-host of the famed 90s Mickey Mouse Club and pop group The Party, proudly announce their signing with TKO (The Kirby Organization) booking agency. 

This marks a significant milestone as the band sets its sights on bringing their music to audiences worldwide.

The band released their debut single, "Sound Of A Train," on January 17, 2025, garnering overwhelming praise from both fans and the press. They recently wrapped up a successful string of tour dates, met with enthusiastic crowds and glowing reviews. Be on the lookout for their new single "Inside Out" that drops on February 28th via TLG|ROCK.

Tom Hamilton (Bass): "Looking forward to TKO helping get our band out in front of the fans."

Trace Foster (Guitar): "With TKO in our corner were now ready to take on the world. Jim Lenz and all at TKO are top notch and we're in great hands."

Chasen Hampton (Vocals): "From the start, Close Enemies has focused on making great music, and it continues to bring the right people into our corner. We’re thrilled to team up with TKO Booking and can’t wait to hit the road again, keeping rock and roll alive and strong into the future."

Jim Lenz of TKO: “I’m honored to be working with this group of veteran musicians who have a catalog of great music and are putting out great new music!   Our team at The Kirby Organization are looking forward to helping CLOSE ENEMIES make close friends and fans on the road this year!”

With TKO’s expertise and the band's undeniable talent, Close Enemies is set to make a powerful impact on the rock scene in 2025 and beyond.

About TKO:

TKO is one of the music industry’s premier boutique booking agencies. Boasting a diverse roster of more than 200 artists, the agency is home to some of the biggest names and best emerging talent in music, including acts in rock, metal, and alternative. With offices in New York, Los Angeles, Nashville, and London, TKO has a worldwide reputation for identifying and developing talent, working hands-on with artists, management and labels, and carving career paths that are unique to the individual.

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ALCEST - RELEASE NEW VIDEO FOR 'AMÈTHYSTE'

Today French shoegaze/indie act ALCEST release their brand new video for 'Améthyste'. The new record Les Chants De L'Aurore was released on June 21st 2024 via Nuclear Blast Records. It was the 7th album of the band.

Neige comments: "Our long time friend and collaborator William Lacalmontie followed us during our last European tour promoting « Les Chants de L’Aurore » in order to make a music video documenting our experience and the shows we have been playing every night. I asked him not only to focus on the band but also pay homage to our fans, our crew, our community who have been so supportive to us since the early days of Alcest. This video is the way we found to tell you thank you. 

Our world tour is keeping on in North America from February to mid March, and then we will go to Asia. We Iive such a beautiful adventure, and all this would be impossible without your love and support. Take care and see you very soon again!"

Tickets for the North American tour are on sale now: https://alcestmusic.com/

Watch the video for 'Améthyste' below:
Order/Stream Les Chants De L'Aurore here: https://alcest.bfan.link/leschantsdelaurore

ALCEST Tour Dates: 

Feb 19 - Boston, MA - Royale
Feb 20.- Philadelphia, PA - Union Transfer
Feb 21 - Baltimore, MD - Baltimore Soundstage
Feb 22 - Richmond, VA - The National
Feb 23 - Atlanta, GA - The Masquerade
Feb 25 - Tampa, FL - The Orpheum
Feb 27 - Houston, TX - The Warehouse Midtown
Feb 28 - Dallas, TX - Granada Theater
Mar 1 - Austin, TX - Empire Garage
Mar 3 - Phoenix, AZ - Crescent Ballroom
Mar 4 - San Diego, CA - The Observatory North Park
Mar 5 - Los Angeles, CA - The Fonda
Mar 6 - Santa Ana, CA - The Observatory
Mar 8 - San Francisco, CA - The UC Theatre
Mar 10 - Portland, OR - Roseland Theater
Mar 11 - Seattle, WA - Neptune Theatre
Mar 14 - Denver, CO - Summit Music Hall
Mar 15 - Lawrence, KS - Granada Theater
Mar 17 - Minneapolis, MN - Fine Line
Mar 18 - Chicago, IL - Metro
Mar 19 - Detroit, MI - The Majestic
Mar 21 - Toronto, ON - Opera House
Mar 22 - Montreal, QC - Theatre Beanfield
Mar 23 - Brooklyn, NY - Warsaw

About ALCEST:
For principal songwriter and frontman Neige, ALCEST has always been a gateway to the otherworldly, a means of exploring his spirituality. An elemental two-piece, completed by long-serving drummer and creative confidante Winterhalter, ALCEST seem to dip their toes in a multitude of musical genres without ever quite fitting in. “In the metal scene ALCEST is a weird band, in the indie/post-rock scene ALCEST is a weird band- we never quite fit in,” Neige reflects. “This is how I feel in life, always an outsider; It’s not a problem, it’s just the way it is.”

ALCEST is:
Neige | vocals, guitars, bass, synths
Winterhalter | drums

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Spawn of Possession Are Reborn on "Retromorphosis"

Eight years ago, the underground lost a unique leader when Spawn of Possession crawled into their hallowed crypt. Foul-mouthed disciples still utter the name SoP with reverence, but while others tried to crack the band's forbidden cabinet, these accursed innovators were secretly festering in their grave, plotting to return and haunt the world of extreme metal once more. 

Now, the undead masses can finally rejoice. Thanks to a healthy kick from their decrepit new drummer, Spawn of Possession has been reborn as Retromorphosis. With their debut album, this new band of freakish players emerge with the missing link in technical death metal's evolutionary chain. The latest mutation off Psalmus Mortis is a living testament to their ungodly strength. 

Listen to "Retromorphosis" below:

Psalmus Mortis comes out February 21 on Season of Mist.

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"Retromorphosis" upholds the heretical traditions hammered down by the band's forefather. After all, Spawn of Possession also had a song named after them on their deviant debut. "If you're going to have a song with the same name as your band, then it has to appear on your first album", says Jonas Bryssling, who started Retromorphosis during the pandemic after his pick hand was once again bit by death metal's radioactive songwriting bug.

Put under the microscope and the band's new single does share SoP's unreplicable DNA. Christian Muenzner zips through not one, not two, but three guitar solos, each one packed with more technically innovative twists than a triple helix. No matter which way their tales leave you tossing and turning in the dead of night, all of the songs on Psalmus Mortis spiral into madness, but on "Retromorphosis", Dennis Röndum growls like a man freshly possessed by the devil on his massive shoulders. "I'm the one / chosen son / gifted and reborn".   

While marked by their beastly signature skills, Psalmus Mortis adds more raw edge to the mix. The album was produced by fellow Swede Magnus Sedenberg, who's been the band's preferred death dealer since Spawn of Possession's first two demos. But Retromorphosis scrapes away all of the studio polish that's become fashionable even in today's underground. As shown by his latest bass playthrough, Erlend Casperson can groove along the same brain waves as the most high-minded shredders, but his tone on their new single reeks of the gutter. 

"I prefer my death metal to sound ugly and mean", Bryssling says with a satisfied grin. 

More muscular face pounding isn't Retromorphosis only hideous mutation. As Bryssling rips into chunky riffs with the unsavory appetite of an old-school cannibal, ex-Decrepit Birth drummer K.C. Howard beats you senseless with rabid blasts and pounding double bass. But while less techy, Psalmus Mortis does experiment with some unconventional instruments of torture. "All I hear is voice of God / it never leaves me", Röndum declares in depraved glory, backed by sinister organ glows and a choir of angels who raise their voices as if condemned to the depths of hell. 

“We had rules in Spawn of Possession”, Bryssling explains when asked what separates Retromorphosis from his earlier offspring. “Everything had to always be so intense. Retromorphosis is more free. Psalmus Mortis can be eerie, doomy or even quite simple”.

Can't wait to hear the gloriously grotesque new album from Retromorphosis? Hear all of Psalmus Mortis during tomorrow's Bandcamp Listening Party.

Retromorphosis Psalmus Mortis Bandcamp Listening Party

Thursday, February 6 @ 1 pm Eastern Time / 7 pm Central European Time.

RSVP
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Ask Bryssling to identify what separates this new baby from their first born and the answer is, in fact, quite simple."Retromorphosis is more free". Put the song that bears their name under the microscope and feast your eyes on everything this band are capable of: non-stop blasting, brain-bursting bass fills, solos that would fry a supercomputer and pure unholiness. “I’m the one / chosen son / gifted and reborn”.  

With Psalmus Mortis, technical death metal’s chosen ones rise from the grave.   

Recording Studio:
Pama Records AB, Kristianopel, Sweden
Sharkbite Studios, Oakland, CA, United States

Production Credits:
Produced, Mixed & Mastered by Magnus Sedenberg at Pama Records AB, Kristianopel, Sweden

Cover Art:
Arif Septian (Poisondust)

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Kelsey Michael presents stunning debut 'Lethowsow' album, combining classic pop & indie folk

British artist Kelsey Michael has released her debut solo album 'Lethowsow' via Peckham-based label Dimple Discs, channeling her love of such 60s-70s piano singer-songwriters as Laura Nyro and Carole King. This 7-track offering has a contemporary art-pop edge, showcasing dynamic vocals, uplifting feel-good ‘classic’ pop and hypnotic shruti-box folk drones.

With this album, Kelsey Michael's unique sound having garnered BBC 6 Music support from Radcliffe and Maconie, and also Gilles Peterson, in addition to rave reviews from an array of publications, with UNCUT's Rob Hughes dubbing this "Nyro-esque rapture" and "beguiling... infused with natural wonder".

Kelsey's own history in the music scene is many-storied. Previously a theatre performer and movie soundtrack singer, you may also recognize her voice from Jocelyn Pook’s score for Stanley Kubrick’s final film 'Eyes Wide Shut' or through her collaborations with Anglo-Irish avant-pop band The High Llamas and their endlessly inventive songwriter Sean O’Hagan. In fact, she features on five of Sean’s albums, including his  2019 solo release 'Radum Calls Radum Calls'.

Many moons have passed since her first job as a backing singer for music legends The The on their European tour. Since then Kelsey Michael has released two EPs with her previous London-based band Minnow, the second of which (‘Out Of The Woods’) came out on Stereolab label Duophonic and also involves Sean O’Hagan, receiving notable praise from The Wire and The Guardian, among others.

Celebrating song whilst transporting us to the magical wild West Cornwall landscape - Kelsey’s chosen home, anchor and inspiration - this album is a cinematic breath of fresh air. "Lethowsow" (pronounced Laith-oh-so), means ‘the milky ones’ in old ‘Kernewek’ language - this old Cornish name being given the treacherous Seven Stones reef off Lands End, a large stretch of vertical rocks like sharks’ teeth which are always covered with white water. Kelsey loved the soft sound of this word, describing the rocks in a magical way, as if they were characters.

For Kelsey, this album represents the awesome and humbling power of nature, the sea being a major character in this release. 'Swimming' takes us wading into waves, "cooling off the heat deep inside", with watery glissando from stunning harpist Benjin Musiq. 

This album also features vocal performances by folk artist Angeline Morrison (creator of 'The Sorrow Songs: folk songs of black British experience') and Maria Heseltine, as well as Kelsey's daughter, May Robson (MAY). Acoustic bassist Ben Kypreos and percussionist Greg Dyer also contribute to this album's sound with rich harmony and a magically fresh sound.

Earlier, Kelsey Michael shared the feel-good 'Mounts Bay Morning' and the Jobim- and Morricone-influenced lead track 'Music Of The Waves', the video for which features the lush landscape that is so inspirational to her, with images of hedgerow, shore and moors thrown up to catch the light, along with a tumble of beautiful Cornish place names.

Named for the Isles of Scilly freight ship, folklore-filled sea ballad 'Gry Maritha' serenades this hardy blue boat in rhapsodic style - think Gerry and The Pacemaker’s 'Ferry across the Mersey 'in session with The Carpenters. Telling multiple stories, it touches on the folklore of the waters of the Scilly crossing whilst simultaneously uncovering hidden moments of a mother and child whose daily rhythms overlap with the ship’s departure and return.

'Tide Comes In / The Crossing' gets real about rural poverty in Penzance, still finding cause to celebrate the resilience, creativity and community support networks so often invisible to visitors. The inevitable ebb and flow of the tides gives certainty in troubled times when it can feel there is little to rely on.

This immersive music experience comes home to the wonder of small domestic moments in 'Washing Line', featuring exquisitely phrased guest vocals by Angeline Morrison. By hanging the stuff of our lives on the washing line, so to speak, we are able to gain perspective, let go of habitual obstacles and move on. In this final song, we are given musical headspace and a moment to pour some balm on modern life.

'Lethowsow' is out now on CD and vinyl via Dimple Discs, and is also available digitally via Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp.

CREDITS
Music, lyrics and arrangement by Kelsey Michael
All tracks recorded by Robin Tyndale-Biscoe.
'Music Of The Waves', 'Gry Maritha', 'Mounts Bay Morning', 'Tide Comes In / The Crossing' recorded at Lemonade Factory Studio, Falmouth, UK
'Washing' Line' recorded at Amata Falmouth
'Swimming' recorded at St Mary’s Church, Penzance
Additional vocals, guest singers & acoustic piano recorded by Kelsey Michael at The Rooftop Studio, Penzance and piano at St Mary’s Church, Penzance
Harp recorded by Benjin Musiq
Produced and mixed by Kelsey Michael & Robin Tyndale-Biscoe
Mastered by Charlie Francis at Synergy Mastering, Wales, UK
Kelsey Michael - pianos, keyboards, shruti-box and vocals.
Greg Dyer - drums
Ben Kypreos - acoustic bass on 'Music Of The Waves', 'Gry Maritha', 'Mounts Bay Morning' & 'Washing Line'
Benjin Musiq (Benjin Pollock) - harp on 'Gry Maritha' and 'Swimming'
Angeline Morrison - vocals on 'Washing Line' and 'Mounts Bay Morning'
Maria Heseltine - vocals on 'Mounts Bay Morning' and 'Music Of The Waves'
May Robson (MAY) - vocals on 'Music Of The Waves'
Treve Nicol - Acoustic bass on 'Tide Comes In'
Cover photography by May Robson
Cover design by Bruce Brand at Arthole
'Music Of The Waves' video filmed, directed and produced by Kelsey Michael
Edited by Kelsey Michael & Rob Flint
Additional footage by Kyra Norman
Funded by Creative Kernow, Cultivator Cornwall, Arts Council, Cornwall Council, the EU and HM government
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR


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ABDUCTION Release New Single "Blau ist die Farbe der Ewigkeit" + Video!

UK extreme metal collective ABDUCTION has released a new single, "Blau ist die Farbe der Ewigkeit," from their forthcoming album, 'Existentialismus,' set to be released on February 21, 2025 via Candlelight.

The new track is a harrowing exploration of the band's signature sound, a masterful amalgamation of otherworldly atmospheres, searing aggression, and apocalyptic tension. "Blau ist die Farbe der Ewigkeit" offers a chilling, yet cohesive glimpse into the bleak, introspective universe the band continues to craft, drawing their listeners into a sonic abyss that is as unforgiving as it is captivating.

With 'Existentialismus,' ABDUCTION continues to push the boundaries of extreme metal, their sound a fierce embodiment of nihilistic intensity. And as the album's release date draws near, "Blau ist die Farbe der Ewigkeit" serves as a potent warning of the darkness yet to come.

Comments vocalist A|V:

"The city swine are feasting, eyes fixated on all that is surplus, transitory, and inane. 

"All at once was the flood. 

"Unwilling rats, unknowing of their stench.

"Spiralling towards the sewer... 

"Perfect." 

Watch the Video for "Blau ist die Farbe der Ewigkeit" Below:

Listen to "Blau ist die Farbe der Ewigkeit" HERE

Following their 2022 album, 'Black Blood,' which showcased the band's fiercely expansive sound, ABDUCTION is now poised to push their musical boundaries even further. With many bands currently paying homage to black metal’s glory years and just as many attempting to connect unrelated workings to that legacy, ABDUCTION’s music manages to be both recognizably authentic and imbued with its own spirit. And never has this been truer than in the new album, 'Existentialismus.'

The band will also be hitting the road for a series of exclusive live dates in March, bringing the intensity of 'Existentialismus' to the stage in support of the album's release.

Pre-Order 'Existentialismus' HERE

Having become one of the UK’s most visible black metal acts on the live circuit, bringing their ritualistic and immersive performances to audiences at club shows and festivals such as Damnation, Bloodstock, Incineration, Fortress, Mass Destruction, Samhain, Reaperfest, and Eradication, 'Existentialismus' has been recorded, for the first time, as a full band.

“It’s inspired by the juxtaposition of this horrible post-truth era with its contradictions and the simple, metaphorical truths that began in ancient religions of the crumbling past. Somewhere between a biblical gospel and a Nietzschean nightmare. As a father, there’s a particular terror in seeing all that our grandfathers built, physically and morally, being torn apart and reduced to a commodity and wondering what kind of world my son will inherit.”

“I am by no means a philosopher – I desperately lack the patience,” A|V admits. “But my observations of the modern Western humane race have become particularly bleak, and this informs my lyrical writing process. Art as a reaction to life and experience. This is laid out in the first track, ‘A Legacy of Sores’, which posits that most of us here, in the current year, have become an alarming pairing of being both too sensitive and yet without any core beliefs to stand on. (‘Wet skin now paper thin, reveals a core of dust’) I think this is a mixture of a post-religious society and the acceleration of technology to the point at which its claws are deeply in us. Have you tried to live without a smartphone recently?”

'Existentialismus' was recorded and produced by Ian Boult at Stuck On A Name Studios in Nottingham, while the final touches of post-production and mastering were handled by Tore Stjerna (Watain, Mayhem, Deströyer 666) at Necromorbus Studios in Sweden. The striking and immersive cover art is the work of Julia Soboleva.

Mexico's Jet Jaguar Signs With Steamhammer/SPV Records + Announce New Album "Severance" Due Out This Fall

Aficionados consider JET JAGUAR to be one of Mexico's hottest contemporary metal acts, ready to take Europe and the rest of the world by storm. Following their furioso performance at the 2024 Wacken Open Air and their acclaimed European tour alongside Anvil, the four-piece have recently enlisted with Hanover-based imprint Steamhammer/SPV. Their latest album Severance is scheduled for release in autumn 2025.

Even before the arrival of their 2020 debut album Endless Nights, JET JAGUAR had performed countless concerts and lots of important festival appearances. In 2017, the band played Wacken Open Air for the first time, emerging as winners of the Metal Battle. The band furthers their pedigree seven years returning to the iconic festival stage and joining Anvil’s 2024 European tour. For lead guitarist Ariyuki Arce, these shows were "one of the best experiences JET JAGUAR have ever had. Sharing the stage with metal legends is always a huge honor."

L-R: Bori (Bass), Ariyuki (Lead Guitar), Björn von Oettingen (Head of Promotion Steamhammer), Olly Hahn (Label Manager Steamhammer), Raiden (Voice/Guitar), Jimmy (Drums)

Drummer/band founder Jimmy Lozano on the upcoming album and the band’s contract with SPV/Steamhammer:

“Severance is the culmination of years of work. During the pandemic, everyone was going through some dark and somewhat depressing times, so we ended up with heavier and more aggressive songs than on our previous album. For us, signing with SPV/Steamhammer is an incredible milestone. Having the honour of partnering with one of the biggest and longest-running labels in Germany motivates us to work even harder for our extremely supportive fans. We can’t wait to get started on this amazing collaboration!”

Label manager Olly Hahn is also looking forward to the upcoming collaboration:

"When I saw the band supporting Anvil in Hannover last year, I definitely had to sign them. The club was small and sticky but the band played as if there were 1,000 people in the room. This is what heavy metal is all about and JET JAGUAR are like a breath of fresh air in this genre!"

JET JAGUAR ARE:
Bori — Bass 
Ariyuki — Lead Guitar
Raiden — Vocals/Guitar 
Jimmy — Drums

CHART-TOPPING COUNTRY ARTIST DREW BALDRIDGE LAUNCHES "THE TOUGH PEOPLE FUND"

Rising country music star Drew Baldridge has launched “The Tough People Fund,” a GoFundMe campaign that will highlight those individuals, families and communities that are experiencing the toughest of times. The campaign launched this morning, directing efforts to raise funds for a young fan, Baker, who is bravely battling cancer. 

Baldridge was moved when he learned that Baker found strength in his hit song “Tough People,” as she underwent her treatments. Inspired by her resilience, Baldridge decided to take action and use his platform to support Baker and raise awareness for her fight. 

Watch their story Below.

The fundraiser is live now HERE and Baldridge penned a personal request to anyone interested in helping this first Tough family. Putting his money where his mouth is, he kicked off the campaign on World Cancer Day with a $1,000 donation of his own. 

Dear Friends, Family, Supporters, and Kindhearted Strangers,

My name is Drew Baldridge, and as a country music artist, my life is centered around three things: farm, faith, and family. At the heart of it all, though, is a deep desire to help others—especially when hope is needed most.

I’ve recently learned about the incredible story of a young girl named Baker, and after hearing about the challenges she’s facing, I knew I had to do something to support her. That’s why I’ve set up this GoFundMe campaign to help Baker, a courageous 4-year-old battling an incredibly rare and aggressive form of cancer: ETP T-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.

Pictured: Drew Baldridge and Baker 

Photo Credit: Mike Rodway

Baker’s Story:

Baker’s diagnosis is heart-wrenching. Only 15-20% of pediatric leukemia cases are T-cell, and within that group, just 11-12% have the ETP markers, which make her case even rarer and harder to treat. This cancer is aggressive and complex, and the odds are stacked against her. But here’s the truth: Baker is not a statistic. She is a fighter. A warrior with an unstoppable spirit and the unwavering support of her family, friends, and community.

Right now, Baker is undergoing Phase 2 chemotherapy, which is even more intense than the treatments she’s already been through. The road ahead is long, but we believe in her strength—and we know that together, we can help her win this fight.

The financial burden of this fight is immense. Every dollar raised will go directly to supporting Baker’s journey. Baker’s mom has had to quit her job to provide the care Baker needs, and we want to relieve some of that stress so they can focus on what matters most—Baker’s health.

How You Can Help:

This GoFundMe campaign isn’t just about raising money; it’s about building an army of support for Baker. It’s about surrounding her with prayer, love, and resources so she has every chance to succeed.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being part of this journey. Let’s help Baker win this fight—one step at a time.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Drew Baldridge

Country Music Artist & Advocate for Baker’s Fight

Released in October 2024, “Tough People” is already making a significant impact. Co-written by Baldridge, Luke Combs, Adam Sanders, and Jordan Walker, the song is currently climbing the radio charts nearing the Top 15. Listen to “Tough People” HERE. This follows the iHeart On the Verge artist’s groundbreaking achievement with his first #1 hit “She’s Somebody’s Daughter,” which made history when he became the first self-funded artist to reach #1 on country radio with their debut single.

About Drew Baldridge:

Many people lead productive lives and build successful careers in their fields, but few make history—Drew Baldridge is in that elite class. When his song “She’s Somebody’s Daughter” climbed to No. 1 on the Country Aircheck/Mediabase chart, it became the first self-released single to reach that summit for an artist’s debut No. 1. This remarkable feat not only propelled Baldridge’s career but also serves as an inspiration to anyone who believes that dreams can come true. The RIAA GOLD-certified viral hit has garnered over 1.1 billion streams and impressions across all platforms, making history as the highest-charting self-funded song ever on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. Following the success of “She’s Somebody’s Daughter,” Baldridge has partnered with BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville/Stoney Creek for his new single, “Tough People,” which is currently Top 20-and-climbing on the country radio charts. He was also recently named as part of the CRS New Faces class of 2025 as well as an iHeart On the Verge artist. An acclaimed songwriter signed to Sony Music Publishing, Baldridge has over 500 songs to his credit, with cuts by artists including Bailey Zimmerman, LOCASH, and Chase Matthew. He has shared the stage with prominent artists such as Eric Church, Jason Aldean, and Luke Bryan, and is currently on the road for Cody Johnson’s Leather Deluxe Tour and will join Bailey Zimmerman’s New to Country Tour later this year. 

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FLG Signs Acclaimed Alternative Rock Duo GREYWIND

FLG, the newly launched imprint of Frontiers Label Group, is thrilled to announce the signing of GREYWIND, the dynamic brother-sister duo from Killarney, Ireland. 

Dedicated to championing innovative, guitar-driven music and pushing the boundaries of modern rock, FLG aims to foster a new generation of visionary artists. 

With GREYWIND’s ability to transform deeply personal experiences into anthemic and emotionally charged music, this partnership marks an exciting new chapter for both the band and the label.

GREYWIND commented:

“We’re so excited to sign with FLG for this next phase of our career. Working with a team that has the same ambition and creative vision as us is something we’re so looking forward to and we can’t wait to invite our fans back into our world for this new era of GREYWIND.”

“It’s exciting to see a label with such an extended history in promoting guitar-driven music embark on a forward-facing journey to invest in a new generation of international artists and visionaries. I look forward to working with their team across multiple territories in our shared mission to continue exploring the connective power of timeless music”, stated Casey Cavaliere, Manager at Lesser Matters.

Leo Nicholas, Head of A&R for FLG, added:

“We're thrilled to welcome GREYWIND to the FLG family. Their ability to channel raw emotion into anthemic, evocative tracks is nothing short of extraordinary. At FLG, we’re passionate about championing artists who push boundaries, and GREYWIND embodies that ethos perfectly. We’re confident this is just the start of an incredible chapter for the band and FLG”.

Growing up in the beautifully remote corner of Killarney, Ireland as the children of a classically trained singer and a father that spent his time cleaning gravestones, the brother-sister duo of Steph and Paul O’Sullivan seemed to be almost eerily qualified to start an alternative emo project. 

The formative years of their band GREYWIND saw the two grappling with the juxtaposition of some remarkable career highs and some traumatic personal lows. After the loss of a close family member to suicide, the two began exploring songwriting in an attempt to cope with their feelings of loneliness. 

After quietly posting their first demo to SoundCloud, GREYWIND immediately captured the attention of numerous labels, press outlets, and radio personalities. Early on, the band received heroic praise for their live sets at festivals like Reading and Leeds and Download. Even radio DJ Zane Lowe (BBC, Apple Music) referred to GREYWIND as “A moment you won’t forget if you’re a fan of rock music.” 

In 2017, the band released their debut LP 'Afterthoughts', which landed on the Official UK Rock Charts and ultimately produced multiple viral hits including the album's title track as well as the song “In Autumn” which quickly reached over 14 million views and catapulted the band onto the international stage. 

In 2023, the band headed back into the studio with producers Sam Guaiana (Neck Deep, Silverstein) and Casey Cavaliere (The Wonder Years). The result was their heavily anticipated follow-up EP titled 'Antidote', which featured the singles "Swing and Sway", "Antidote", and "Here’s Your Deathwish" - the latter of which also gained instant viral traction across Instagram and TikTok leading up to the band's official US tour debut in April of 2024. The songs were praised by press and fans alike, grabbing a multitude of editorial playlist features and putting the band into heavy rotation on SiriusXM’s, BBC Radio 1, and more.

50TH ANNIVERSARY REISSUE OF ANGEL'S DEBUT ALBUM TO COINCIDE WITH THEIR 2025 TOUR!

Employing a dazzling mix of glam rock, hard rock, and progressive rock, Angel's outrageous, white-satin-heavy image and equally over-the-top stage shows, making them one of the more colorful arena rock bands of the mid '70s and early '80s. Discovered by KISS bass player, Gene Simmons, the group issued their eponymous debut album in 1975, which hewed closer to prog rock than the glam pop that would be on future endeavors like On Earth as It Is in Heaven (1977) and Sinful (1979). The group released a total of five studio albums and one live album before going their separate ways in 1981. The band officially re-formed in 2019 with original members, Punky Meadows and Frank DiMino, and released their comeback studio effort, Risen, later that October and followed up with Once Upon A Time in 2023.

The group's self-titled 1975 debut was recorded for Casablanca Records with a line-up comprising Frank DiMino (vocals), Punky Meadows (guitar), Gregg Giuffria (keyboards), Mickie Jones (bass), and Barry Brandt (drums). A heavy slab of heavy pomp rock with lengthy songs featuring the longtime stage favorite "Tower"

Watch “Tower” Below:

Now to celebrate the 50th Anniversary this classic has been remastered and is being released on both a 6-panel CD digipak and on 180G vinyl in two amazing Limited- Edition Colors with liner notes by journalist Dave Reynolds. There are only 300 of the White-Blue Splatter and 700 of the Black-Blue Swirl available with a limited number of bundles signed by the 4 surviving original members, Frank DiMino, Punky Meadows, Gregg Giuffria, and Barry Brandt.

Pre-order here: https://www.dekoentertainment.com/angel

The current line-up of Angel starts its 50th Anniversary Tour in March and it will continue throughout the year. Watch out for more dates as they are announced.

March 13th – Angel City Music Hall, Manchester, NH
March 14th – The Vault Music Hall, New Bedford, MA
March 15th – The Strand Theater, Hudson Falls, NY
March 19th – The Sellersville Theater, Sellersville, PA
March 22nd – The Wildey Theater, Edwarsdsville, IL
April 19th – The Token Lounge, West Midland, MI
April 22nd – The Winchester, Lakewood, OH
April 26th – The Arcada Theater, St. Charles, IL
June 7th – The Whisky, Hollywood, CA
June 8th – Fulton 55, Fresno, CA
June 9th – Vamp’d, Las Vegas, NV

Tickets available: https://www.angelbandofficial.com/tour
Pre-order Angel while supplies last: https://www.dekoentertainment.com/angel

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you, infinite (Feat. Members of This Will Destroy You) Share New Single "The Elder"

You, infinite, the new project from This Will Destroy You founding members, have shared "The Elder;" the latest single from their self-titled debut full-length due February 28, 2025 through Berlin's Pelagic Records.

you, infinite reunites Jeremy Galindo and Raymond Brown, founders of acclaimed instrumental outfit This Will Destroy You, in a new collaborative project. After departing TWDY to pursue a career in medicine, Brown continued to write music while establishing a successful practice in Austin, Texas. During the pandemic, he accumulated a collection of melodies and ideas which he shared with Galindo, sparking a renewed creative partnership. Separated by distance, with Galindo in Los Angeles and Brown in Austin, the duo began to exchange ideas digitally in order to shape the foundations of you, infinite's electronic-edged, panoramic post-rock sound.

Between 2021 and 2024, the two came together in person to refine the pieces and ultimately to finalize the album. Working with Andrew Hernandez, who recorded and mixed the album in the summer of 2024, Brown and Galindo were joined by Johnnie McBryde, Ethan Billips, and Nicholas Huft, all current members of Galindo's TWDY lineup, in order to truly bring the album to life.

An epic collision of fuzzy, acoustic warmth and huge, wall-of-sound guitar work; the exhilarating dynamic composition of "The Elder" is simultaneously a knowing nod to lives since lived whilst also proving that, newly reunited, this groundbreaking creative partnership has so much more to give.

A modern successor to TWDY's own seminal S/T release, you, infinite is a reflection on over 15 years of growth and experience, both as bandmates together and as friends apart. A reimagined and reinvigorated approach to the sound they once pioneered, as you, infinite Galindo and Brown are charting a new course across a familiar yet altogether different landscape; honouring their past whilst boldly forging ahead into places unknown.

you, infinite is due to be released on the February 28. Pre-order it here.

Futuristic Dutch Metallers CRYPTOSIS Launch New Single “Static Horizon” + Video

Dutch futuristic metallers CRYPTOSIS have announced their return with a mighty, awe-inspiring sophomore album entitled 'Celestial Death', set for worldwide release on March 7th, 2025 via Century Media Records.

To further demonstrate the powerful and versatile material available on 'Celestial Death', a third single entitled “Static Horizon” is being made available today across digital platforms and can also be checked out in a video clip produced by the film production company F/53HERE.

CRYPTOSIS checked in with the following comment about the track:

"’Static Horizon’ is the 3rd single from our upcoming album 'Celestial Death', out March 7ththrough Century Media Records. The song combines black metal atmospheres and symphonic elements with fast prog metal guitar picking and melodic doomy grooves. The title represents a feeling of being trapped in a static, unchanging reality, where progress and hope seem distant. With its haunting melodies and intense riffing, the track delivers a powerful mix of raw energy and deep emotion."

Watch the New Video for "Static Horizon" Below:

About 'Celestial Death,' CRYPTOSIS shared the following:

“We’re excited to announce our new album! A sonic journey that pushes all boundaries of everything we created before. This album represents our evolution - an exploration of darkness that’s both vast and cinematic. 'Celestial Death' pulls you into a haunting atmosphere with relentless heaviness. Each track digs deeper into the enigma of existence, decay and fragile hope. 'Celestial Death' is our darkest vision yet - a soundtrack to the chaotic world we live in. It’s heavier, bolder, and still very much CRYPTOSIS. We can’t wait for you to experience it, and join us in this new chapter. Prepare to ascend. The 'Celestial Death' awaits!".

'Celestial Death' was recorded by Olaf Skoreng at Tom Meier and Studio Moon Musicbetween April and August 2024, mixed by Fredrik Folkare at Chrome Studios (Unleashed, Necrophobic, Hellbutcher) in Sweden and finally mastered by Tony Lindgren at Fascination Studios (Arch Enemy, Borknagar, Amorphis) in Sweden too. The album is the follow-up to CRYPTOSIS’ acclaimed 'Bionic Swarm' debut album (2021) and the EP 'The Silent Call'(2023), it once more comes with artwork by Eliran Kantor (Kreator, Testament, My Dying Bride) and also showcases the group on a darker, heavier, more melodic and extremely cinematic journey across its 11 tracks / 42 minutes of playing time.

Pre-Order 'Celestial Death' HERE

CRYPTOSIS are:

Laurens Houvast - Vocals, Guitars

Marco Prij - Drums

Frank te Riet - Bass, Mellotron, Synths, Backing vocals