One OK Rock Celebrate 20th Anniversary with G-Shock Collaboration in Conjunction With Release of New Album "DETOX"

Announcing a special collaboration timepiece celebrating the 20th anniversary of ONE OK ROCK, one of Japan's most iconic rock bands, renowned for their global influence and distinctive sound. The timing is also in conjunction with the release of their latest album DETOX and brings together the band and timepiece giants CASIO. Available from April 10 within Japan and scheduled to be released gradually after April for markets outside Japan.
 
Under the supervision of bassist Ryota and designed by Swedish artist Emil Öhlund, a close collaborator of ONE OK ROCK, the watch features a beautiful cherry blossom gradation across the dial and a katana-inspired indicator hand, blending Japanese tradition with elegance.
 
The back cover is also engraved with the ONE OK ROCK logo and presented in a special packaging, this meticulously crafted G-SHOCK collaboration is truly exceptional and a must have!

Watch Details: 

*Model Number: GM-2100TTTR-8AJR

*Release Date: April 10 within Japan and after April for markets outside Japan
*G-SHOCK Product Page here
*G-SHOCK YouTube Featuring Collaboration Trailer here

ABOUT DESIGNER EMIL ÖHLUND:
Website
Instagram

Additional information on the band's sneaker collab with ASICS is here.

ABOUT ONE OK ROCK:
Founded in Tokyo during 2005, the quartet —Taka [vocals], Toru [guitar], Tomoya [drums], and Ryota [bass]— have unassumingly emerged as a global phenomenon and one of Japan’s hottest exports with dozens of international gold and platinum certifications and billions of streams. Beyond six consecutive Top 5 entries and three #1 debuts on the Japanese Top Albums Chart, the group's global imprint has grown with a foothold stateside. They stand out as the rare force of nature who can tour alongside either The Smashing Pumpkins or Ed Sheeran — with whom they co-wrote “Renegades” for the film Rurouni Kenshin: The Final. Produced by Rob Cavallo (Green Day, My Chemical Romance), ONE OK ROCK's most-recent studio album Luxury Disease debuted at #1 in Japan marking the band's fourth straight chart topping album in their home country following the blockbusters 35xxxv, AMBITIONS, and EYE OF
THE STORM. Luxury Disease was highlighted by the singles "Save Yourself," 'Let Me Let You Go," and "Vandalize," the latter of which featured as the ending theme for SEGA's Sonic Frontiers.

Doom Force KATLA Release Third Single "Grim Jesus" + Official Music Video

Sin, salvation, blasphemy — dive into the darkly provocative world of Danish doom force KATLA with their new single "Grim Jesus." 

The song is the third single to premiere from the three-headed Danish metal monster's unmissable debut album, Scandinavian Pain, out this Friday via Napalm Records!

After years of honing its colossal sound and live energy, the band delivers an unrelenting blend of raw emotion, gritty riffs, and subterranean sonic battery. Scandinavian Pain not only marks a new chapter for the band, but also reflects its rise to acclaim – from humble beginnings at Copenhell Festival to becoming a standout act in Denmark's heavy music underground.

"Grim Jesus" challenges faith and confronts inner demons, inviting listeners to reflect on their worth and dive deep into themes of overcoming inner darkness and rejecting oppressive systems, showcasing lyrics that resonate with the resilience of the human spirit.

Hallelujah!

Watch the official music video for "Grim Jesus" below.

KATLA on "Grim Jesus":

"As the album was progressing and the lyrical and musical thematics were taking shape, 'Grim Jesus' was created. It actually started off as a song about feeling worthless and was also the working title for a long time: 'Worthless.' On the lyrical side, we tried to keep it in the mental awareness/health realm, and therefore examined what is causing this feeling of being a no-one. KATLA's critique of the Christian church is no secret, and 'Grim Jesus' was discovered in the process of its creation to have a link to the inherent heavy weight from the Christian church to its followers, whether it be socially or culturally. In Denmark, we are pretty much born into Christianity, as we are a Christian nation, and with that feeling of guilt, shame and not fitting in if you don't submit to the Lord, it subconsciously makes you doubt yourself and your doings. Ironically, the church preaches that we should step in line, that we're all sinners and we have to obey and serve the priest and God, while they abuse children and have kept women oppressed for centuries. Asshole hypocrites."

Scandinavian Pain is a cathartic exploration of personal struggles, mental health, and societal critique. "Castle of Purity" is a searing anthem that calls out the abuse and hypocrisy in organized religion — a powerful statement about pushing back against injustice and finding strength in individuality. Produced by Lasse Ballade (known for his work with Solbrud, Alkymist, and Halshug), the record combines visceral sonic landscapes with a deeply personal narrative. Prepare to experience the raw power and unfiltered honesty of KATLA on Scandinavian Pain.

Scandinavian Pain also marks the debut of new KATLA bassist and vocalist Theis Thorgersen. His addition not only breathes renewed energy into the band itself, but imbues an evolved sound that is heavier, darker, and sharper than ever before. KATLA's meaningful yet uninhibited sound and high-energy live performances have positioned them as a force to be reckoned with.

KATLA says about the album: "Scandinavian Pain is an album about the shame of feeling depressed in a country that in many ways seems to be out of any misery or control of others. The inherent feeling of guilt, the despondent thoughts. The weight of cultural Christianity and being part of a system that is destroying both ours and other lives. It’s about watching the newest season of whatever decadent TV show is on while children are being murdered daily. All the songs are different, yet similar. This time, there’s an affirmation for you, who might need it, a story telling, a short grindy track, something with a blast beat, but of course also heavy sludgy doom. Welcome to the house of pain."

Pre-order your copy of Scandinavian Pain NOW.

KATLA IS:
Rasmus Bang — Drums + Vocals
Marc Lennart Christensen — Guitar
Theis Stenberg Thorgersen — Bass + Vocals

LUNA KILLS Unveil "WAVES" Video

Finland's electrifying alt-metal powerhouse LUNA KILLS continue their ascent with the release of their captivating new single "WAVES." Watch the video below.

 Taken from their upcoming album DEATHMATCH, set for release on April 4 via SharpTone Records, the track dives deep into the struggles of repetitive cycles, self-doubt, and the painful realization of misplaced trust. The song's stunning music video, which premiered exclusively on Finnish television MTV3's Levyraati last Friday, delivers a visually striking interpretation of the song's emotionally charged themes.

"We all have patterns we struggle to break, and 'WAVES' is about drowning in the same mistakes, searching for a way out," shares vocalist Lotta Ruutiainen. "The song is about believing in someone or something that constantly lets you down; yet being unable to walk away because it feels like giving up on something you've worked so hard for."

With "WAVES," LUNA KILLS masterfully blends soaring vocal melodies, crushing guitar riffs, and atmospheric production, solidifying their status as one of the most exciting new acts in the alt-metal scene. The track serves as the fourth single from DEATHMATCH, following the success of "LEECH," "sugar rush," and "slay ur enemies." It further sets the stage for what promises to be a defining album for the band.

ABOUT LUNA KILLS:
LUNA KILLS are, without a doubt, one of the most refreshing modern metal act in the scene, combining alternative and nu-metal vibes with electronics inspired by game soundtracks. Their frontwoman Lotta, with her jazz singing background and incredible fry scream vocals, brings the audience to their knees — unless they are speeding around in moshpits, as often witnessed in their fiery live shows. Even as newcomers, LUNA KILLS have already opened the door to their beloved gaming world as their music is featured in the hit mobile app Beatstar. The band, first formed in 2019, has now taken their first steps on European stages, gained the attention of multiple rock radios in their native Finland and are moving forward towards their first full-length album with SharpTone Records.

LUNA KILLS ARE:
Lotta Ruutiainen — Vocals
Samuli Paasineva — Guitar
Jimi Kinnunen — Drums
Lassi Peltonen — Bass

MALEVOLENCE - Announce New Album 'Where Only The Truth Is Spoken' + Release Music Video For 'If It's All The Same To You'

Steel City Kings MALEVOLENCE have announced the details of their hugely anticipated new album, Where Only The Truth Is Spoken, set to be released on June 20th via MLVLTD in partnership with Nuclear Blast Records.

Alongside the news of their new album, MALEVOLENCE have also released the video for their monumental new single 'If It's All The Same To You'. Featuring acting legend Alan Ford, who most famously appeared as Brick Top in Guy Ritchie's classic British gangster film Snatch, the band's new video is their biggest visual production to date. It sees the five-piece take on an elaborate art heist, before engaging in a white-knuckle car chase with the Police. There may even be some easter eggs to be found throughout that hint at what MALEVOLENCE have in store for the future.

Pre-order and pre-save Where Only The Truth Is Spoken now at: 
https://malevolence.bfan.link/where-only-the-truth-is-spoken

Stream 'If It's All The Same To You' at: 
https://malevolence.bfan.link/iiatsty

On their new album, the band comments:

"'Where Only the Truth Is Spoken’ is a level up in every sense—musically, lyrically, and visually. This was our first time recording outside the UK, and doing it in LA with Josh Wilbur was fun and refreshing. He’s worked with some of the biggest names in metal, and his approach pushed us to challenge new heights. The production, the songwriting, the videos—everything about this record is bigger, heavier, and more refined.

Everything in Malevolence is, and always has been, a team effort and I feel like everyone really delivered on this record.

To everyone who supports what we do, thank you. It goes without saying that we wouldn’t be in this position if it wasn’t for your overwhelming support. I’m excited to see where the journey goes next!

Malevolence
Made in God’s own country,
Where Only The Truth Is Spoken"

ABOUT MALEVOLENCE

MALEVOLENCE have never waited for permission. From the underground to festival main stages, they’ve built their reputation on sheer force of will, crushing live shows, and an unshakable foundation of heavy riffs and harder work. Now, with their fourth studio album Where Only The Truth Is Spoken, Sheffield’s finest step into a new league.

Recorded in California at Dave Grohl’s legendary Studio 606, the album was tracked through the iconic Neve 8078 console, the same desk that captured game-changing records like Nirvana’s Nevermind, Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours, and Tom Petty’s Wildflowers. For a band that’s always pushed forward without compromise, it was the perfect setting to carve out a record that represents everything MALEVOLENCE stands for. The album marks a new level of songwriting precision without sacrificing the band’s trademark weight. Working alongside Grammy Award-winning producer Josh Wilbur (Lamb of God, Gojira, Trivium), the result is MALEVOLENCE at their most punishing, urgent, and anthemic.

Lyrically, Where Only The Truth Is Spoken reflects the principles that MALEVOLENCE have lived by since day one—honesty, loyalty, and integrity. These are not just themes woven into the album but values the band holds in their personal and professional lives. This record doesn’t deal in facades or empty gestures; it’s an unfiltered expression of the struggles, victories, and unshakable brotherhood that have carried them this far.

MALEVOLENCE are:
Alex Taylor | Vocals
Konan Hall | Guitar / Vocals
Josh Baines | Guitar
Wilkie Robinson | Bass
Charlie Thorpe | Drums

Renowned Rock Singer RUSS BALLARD Unveils New Single “Since You’ve Been Gone” + Video

Today, renowned rock singer RUSS BALLARD is excited to share his new single and accompanying video for “Since You’ve Been Gone”, taken from his upcoming double album ‘Songs From The Warehouse / The Hits Rewired’, out on April 25th via Frontiers Music Srl.

About the new single, RUSS states:

“'Since You’ve Been Gone' has been recorded by many artists and entered the American Hot 100 by three separate artists: Rainbow, Head East & Cherie, and Merrie Curry. The album which featured the song in the first place made me feel 'winning' as it held four more hits for others. This version is my 3rd and I hope you like it.”

Watch the Video for “Since You've Been Gone” 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.

The upcoming release, 'Songs From The Warehouse / The Hits Rewired', is a real treat for all rock fans: the first CD contains new songs, which show once again that the inspiration never left RUSS, while the second CD includes brand new recordings of famous hits either penned or performed by him during the years.

BALLARD expresses his excitement for the release:

“It’s a buzz releasing a new album. What started as my 'Lockdown-tapes' during the pandemic became an album! During lockdown, my studio was a lifesaver for me, and I found new ways of writing and recording. The result gives the listeners a good insight into this time - have a listen!”

 Pre-Order 'Songs From The Warehouse / The Hits Rewired' HERE

Wrath of Logarius Expand Reign on 'Long Dead the King'

Though they emerged from a misty scene that's familiar to the corpse paint initiate, Wrath of Logarius aren't bound by black metal's strict sense of traditions. Their upcoming debut Crown of Mortis ushers in a new realm for the underground: formless black metal. On the album's latest single "Long Dead the King", the skeletal band reveal the full reign of their powers.    

Watch the all-powerful lyric video for "Long Dead the King" Below:

Crown of Mortis comes out April 4 on Season of Mist.

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

Wrath of Logarius hail from deep within the redwood forests of Northern California, but it's fitting that the band's formless spell on black metal first caught wind amongst the digital underground. After all, the band are named after a notoriously shifty video game dungeon lord. Crown of Mortis expands upon the Bloodborne lore teased by their ascendant EP. Each song twists into a uniquely horrifying tale that serves the larger plot of its accursed king. 

"Ruler of the atmospheric dread", Noctifer pronounces with a blackened rasp. While draped in gloom, Wrath of Logarius' new single doesn't unfold at a stately pace. "Long Dead the King" marches to the blistering pace set by Lord Marco's punishingly precise blast beats.    

Whereas the last single from Crown of Mortis bent the clearly defined subworlds of black metal into a swirling, moonlit void, "Long Dead the King" serves as living proof that Wrath of Logarius' formless reign extends across the world of extreme metal. Strega axemen Urath and Vastrator shred the line between hellishly cold tremolo picking and the eternal fires of melodic dissonance, only to summon the album's most brutal breakdown with an undead army of chugs.

"All I know is from Death", growls Noctifer, in full command over the underground's desolate new realms.  

The lyric video for "Long Dead the King" was created by Andrés Montero Conde (@b2crea).

On Crown of Mortis, Wrath of Logarius bend black metal to fit their formless rule.   

Line-up
Noctifer - Vocals
Urath - Lead Guitar
Vastador - Guitar
Lord Marco - Drums
 
Recording Studio
Rapture Recordings, Hayward, CA, USA
 
Production Credits
Produced, Engineered, Mixed & Mastered by Cody Fuentes at Rapture Recordings Studio

Cover Art
Sant V. Schreiber
 
Pre-save & Pre-order
https://orcd.co/wrathoflogariuscrownofmortis

Booking Contact:
martyr.urath@gmail.com
 
Follow Wrath of Logarius
Bandcamp: https://wrathoflogarius.bandcamp.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrath_of_logarius/
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/wrath-of-logarius/1712706210
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0CHi92LvwVayTacWx3nsfa

Buckcherry Announces 11th Album "Roar Like Thunder" Out June 13 // Title Track Video Premieres Today

Following the worldwide acclaim for their 2023 release, Vol. 10, Buckcherry today announce the June 13 release date for their eleventh album, Roar Like Thunder. 

As with Vol. 10, and its predecessor Hellbound, Roar Like Thunder was recorded in Nashville at Sienna Studios and produced by Marti Frederiksen. All 10 tracks were written by vocalist Josh Todd, guitarist Stevie D, and Frederiksen.

The album will be released in North America by Round Hill Records; in Japan by Sony Japan; and in the remainder of the world by Earache Records.

Pre-order the album from Round Hill here and from Earache here.

A video for the title track was filmed in Los Angeles by director Tom Flynn and premieres today. 

Watch the video below:

As previously announced, the band commences a co-headline tour with Steel Panther on April 11 in Redding, California. Dates for the tour are below.

BUCKCHERRY ON TOUR :
4/11 — Redding, CA — Civic Center
4/12 — Reno, NV — Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort*
4/12 — Seattle, WA — El Corazon#
4/13 — Spokane, WA — Spokane Live#
4/15 — Coquitlam, BC — Great Canadian Casino
4/16 — Penticton, BC — Penticton Trade and Convention Centre
4/18 — Edmonton, AB — Midway
4/19  — Ft McMurray, AB — CNOOC Field House
4/20 — Red Deer, AB — Bo’s Bar#
4/22 — Cranbrook, BC — Western Financial Center
4/23 — Calgary, AB — Grey Eagle Event Center
4/25 — Whitecourt, AB— Eagle River Casino#
4/26 — Bonnyville, AB — Centennial Centre
4/28 — Winnipeg, MB — Club Regent
4/29 — Regina, SK — Conexus Arts Centre
4/30 — Saskatoon, SK — TCU Place
5/2 — Thunder Bay, ON — NV Music Hall
5/4 — Sudbury, ON — The Grand
5/5 — Hamilton, ON — First Ontario Concert Hall
5/6 — Montreal, QC — Mtelus
5/7 — Pickering, ON — Pickering Casino Resort
5/9 — London, ON — London Music Hall
5/10 — Waterloo, ON — Maxwell's
5/12  — Halifax, NS — Light House Event Center
5/13 — Moncton, NB — Casino New Brunswick
5/14  — Quebec City, QC — Capitole
5/16 — Ottawa, ON — Bronson Centre
5/17 — Verona, NY — Turning Stone Event Center
5/18 — North Towanda, NY — The Riviera Theatre
5/20 — Fort Wayne, IN — Pierre's#
5/21 — Bloomington, IL  — Castle Theater#
5/22 — Granite Falls, MN  — Prairie's Edge Casino#
*Steel Panther Only
# Buckcherry Only

More tour info here.

LA pop purveyors NoVanGogh release Motown-inspired single 'As Long as You’re Here'

Los Angeles-based indie pop outfit NoVanGogh presents their new single 'As Long as You’re Here', following their heartfelt and hopeful pop anthem 'You're Right There',along with their Van Gogh-inspired video. Capturing the overwhelming joy of a profound connection with another person, this song pulses with an irresistible energy, its vibrant energy creating a palpable charge.

NoVanGogh was conceived by songwriter-producers Douglas Sparks and Christopher Hastings as a way to release pop-infused music that straddles diverse styles of music, utilizing the finest musical talent that LA has to offer. Creators of sublime pop, NoVanGogh’s sound is highlighted by a continuous morphing of styles and genres producing sounds worthy of your attention. Their artistry shines through in a tapestry of genres, making for a listening experience that rewards your attention.

"Our latest single 'As Long as You’re Here' is about finding a connection with someone that is so exciting and fulfilling that you can’t possibly contain yourself.  When we produced the track, we went for a Motown inspired sound with a bit of Gospel thrown in for good measure.  The violins were recording live the studio.  And the parts played by the violins were mostly improvised," says Douglas Sparks.

Produced, recorded and mixed in L.A. by Douglas Sparks and Christopher Hastings, this single involves Ginny Luke (vocals), Mike Arrom (keyboard), Eliza James (violin), Abby Shelton (violin), Leland Skylar (bass) and Christopher Hastings (guitar, drums).

NoVanGogh's previous single 'You're Right There' captures the essence of a relationship built on steadfast support, trust and comfort, its lyrics a testament to the transformative power of genuine connection. Exploring the feeling of finding solace and strength in another person, and the relief that comes with knowing you're never truly alone, here NoVanGogh celebrates the freedom and joy found in a love that liberates, ultimately conveying a powerful message of hope and emotional security.

As of March 17, 'As Long as You're Here' is available everywhere digitally, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp, where 'You're Right There' can also be found.

CREDITS
Music and lyrics by Douglas Sparks © NoVanGogh Music
Ginny Luke (vocals)
Mike Arrom (keyboard)
Christopher Hastings (guitar, drums)
Eliza James (violin)
Abby Shelton (violin)
Leland Skylar (bass)
Produced, recorded and mixed in L.A. by Douglas Sparks & Christopher Hastings
Mastered by Douglas Sparks
'As Long as You’re Here' artwork by Gina Kuhlman, Christopher Hastings & Douglas Sparks
'You're Right There' artwork by Christopher Hastings & Douglas Sparks
Video by Christopher Hastings & Douglas Sparks for Hastings Productions, LA
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

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Gridiron Announce "Poetry From Pain" Album Out 5/30 + Share "Mascot" Video

GRIDIRON — Matthew Karll, vocals; Will Kaelin, guitar and vocals; Xavier Wilson, guitar; Lennon Livesay, bass; and Tyler Mullen, drums — are pleased to announce their new album Poetry From Pain.

The album arrives May 30 via Blue Grape Music. It will be available on vinyl in several exclusive colorways. Pre-order it here. 

To kick things off, the band, who has been tipped by Stereogum for their "incendiary mosh riffs," has shared an absolutely baller video for the new single "Mascot."

Watch the band cruise the mean streets of L.A. in a Rolls Royce in the Dan Centrone-directed video below.

"'Mascot' is about people who say they are going to do things and don't follow through with them, no matter what it is," says Karll.

Gridiron, which originally formed as a pandemic project and have since grown into a full-fledged entity, features members of Never Ending Game, Simulakra, and Scarab, and connects the Philadelphia, Delaware, and Michigan areas.

Pushing every boundary to a breaking point, Gridiron will go to any extreme and then some. They follow quite possibly the most unpredictable playbook in the game. The band might flood the zone with a corpsepaint-smearing death metal barrage only to double back around for a victory lap narrated by blinged-out and braggadocios bars. Their hybridization of metal, hardcore, and hip-hop wouldn’t be out of place at either OZZfest 1997 or Rolling Loud 2027.

It's why the quintet have bulldozed their own path as a phenomenon with millions of streams and acclaim from Stereogum, Brooklyn Vegan, NO ECHO, and more.

Gridiron were born out of a series of COVID-era marathon Call of Duty sessions, which led to writing and recording together. Their musical pedigree spoke for itself with Will also in Never Ending Game, Xavier in Simulakra, and Tyler and Lennon in Scarab. Given their individual experiences, the guys instantly locked into a creative groove. Following the Loyalty At All Costs EP [2020] and Worldwide Brotherhood EP [2021], they dropped their first full-length, No Good At Goodbyes [2022]. Along the way, they also shared stages with everyone from Missing Link to Trapped Under Ice and have plenty of upcoming touring planned for 2025.

And now, Poetry From Pain is here and it slays.

Gridiron have a bunch of live shows on deck. All upcoming confirmed dates are below.

GRIDIRON ON TOUR:
4/11 — Richmond, VA — United Blood 
5/9 — Chicago, IL — Metro#
5/11 — Columbus, OH — Sonic Temple
5/14 — Virginia Beach, VA — Peabody's*
5/15 — Columbia, SC — New Brookland Tavern*
5/16 — Athens, GA — Georgia Theatre*
5/17 — Pensacola, FL — The Handlebar*
5/18 — Orlando, FL — Will's Pub*
5/20 — Raleigh, NC — Lincoln Theatre*
5/31-6/1 — Detroit, MI — Tied Down Detroit
#With Power Trip
*With Sanguisugabogg + 200 Stab Wounds

ABOUT BLUE GRAPE MUSIC:
In 2022, industry veterans David Rath and Cees Wessels formed Blue Grape Music. The name will be familiar to rock music fans, as it was the merchandise company also launched by Wessels, who founded the venerable and esteemed record label Roadrunner Records in the '80s. Roadrunner earned a reputation as an iconic label that turned hard rock and metal acts into household names for several decades under Wessels' tutelage. Rath spent 21 years in the A&R department at Roadrunner, working on albums by a variety of RIAA-certified and culturally important acts, including but not limited to Slipknot, Korn, Turnstile, Gojira, Coheed and Cambria, White Reaper, Slash, Trivium, Dream Theater, and more. When the label changed management and ownership, Rath guided the company and oversaw the signings of bands like Young the Giant and Vance Joy. Ultimately, the Blue Grape executive team is powered by experience and a roll-up-your-sleeves-and-get-your-hands-dirty, by-any-means-necessary work ethic. Blue Grape's inaugural signing was the two-time Grammy nominee Code Orange and since then, the label has gone on to sign San Francisco punks Spiritual Cramp, hardcore heavyweights GEL, and Baltimore sludge slingers GASKET, with several new signing announcements expected to be announced this year. Blue Grape is distributed globally by The Orchard.

Celtic Rockers 1916 Release New Single "The Mollies" via TLG|ROCK ​

Celtic rock band 1916 has just unleashed their new single, “The Mollies,” available now via TLG | ROCK, distributed by Virgin Music Group. The track marks the first taste of the band’s forthcoming album. Produced by the acclaimed Ted Hutt, “The Mollies” comes to life with an infectious energy reminiscent of the early days of Celtic punk.

Frontman Billy Herring shares, "This new song is not only super catchy, but it's super personal as well. Basically it's a story told to me by my grandfather when I was young. So there's this family connection that makes songs like these so great to listen to on a very basic level. Our producer Ted loved this song right from the jump and we are all stoked that this is going to be our first single!"

"Reminding me of the spirit of early days of Flogging Molly, it was a total blast working with Billy and the gang at the magical Sonic Ranch Studios in El Paso, TX.  Irish whiskey, history lessons, stories, and vintage guitars were the backdrop for the sessions that became the new 1916 album.  There was a first for me too, which was the challenge of recording a massive Celtic war pipe," says Ted Hutt, the band's Producer.

“The Mollies” is available now on all major streaming platforms.

Listen to the single

https://linktr.ee/1916Band

WATCH The Mollies (OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO) BELOW:

About 1916:

Hailing from upstate NY, Celtic rockers 1916 are an explosive concoction of the modern Irish Punk movement with an original mix of psychobilly which gives 1916 a sound that stands apart from other bands of the genre.

Starting as an acoustic duo in 2006, singer Billy Herring and original drummer Steve LaDue played the traditional Irish ballads of the Dubliners and Wolfe Tones in the local pubs in and around their home-town of Rochester, NY.  They decided to call themselves 1916 to get people interested in Irish history.  In 2010 they took the music to a new level with the addition of electric guitars, traditional instruments, and a full drum set.  Within a few months of trying their new sound, 1916 were opening for the likes of the Dropkick Murphys, 21 Pilots, and New Politics, among other national acts.

On St. Patrick’s Day of 2012, 1916 released their first studio album, A Drop of the Pure, to rave reviews.  That same year, 1916 became the first band from Rochester, NY to get their own Pandora station with the addition of their music to the Pandora genome project.  With their music now reaching a global audience, the boys would soon gain fans all over the world.

The following year, 1916 released their sophomore album, Stand Up & Fight.  This new album, featuring a collection of covers and originals, had a more polished sound than the raw punk feel of  A Drop of the Pure.  This new full length album also featured more traditional Irish instruments to give the new LP a fun and full sound.

As the band continued to evolve, they kept touring and playing as many shows as possible.  With bigger audiences came a larger fan base for 1916 to interact with.  The band has always enjoyed hanging out with the crowd both pre- and post- shows.

In November of 2014, the guys went back into the studio to begin recording their third album, Last Call for Heroes.  Released in December of 2015, Last Call for Heroes was met with great enthusiasm from critics.  Named one of the “best punk albums of 2016,” both home and abroad, the new album appeared to have given the band the momentum they needed to move forward.

Mandolin player Jon Kane joined the band in early 2016, just before the boys hit the road to join Flogging Molly on their Salty Dog Cruise.  After a whirlwind spring of touring through the Bahamas and Europe, Jon was just what the band needed as he brought his energetic and fun stage persona into the fold.

The sound had certainly become streamlined and unique, but it wasn’t until 2017 that upright bassist Ryan Hurley would join 1916 to give the band the final integral piece that gives the music its psychobilly flavor. Soon after Ryan joined the band, 1916 further expanded their sound by the addition of accordion player Sam Sarratori to the crew!

Then…Covid hit in 2020. The band had just settled into a groove where they were poised for a northeastern US tour alongside a new live album. All that had to be put on hold indefinitely until further notice. After a year on hold, Billy knew something needed to be done to get momentum going again for his band. With that in mind, he packed up and moved to Nashville TN in order to give the music of 1916 more visibility. It was around this time the band welcomed the thundering drums of Chad Paetznick to take over behind the kit.

1916 has since been picked up by TLG|ROCK for a distribution deal for not only their fifth full length studio album Revolutions, but for their sixth LP, titled Conscience of Kings. This new record is being produced by Grammy Award winning musician & producer Ted Hutt at the legendary Sonic Ranch Studios in El Paso Texas.

1916 is:
Billy Herring - Lead Vocals/Guitar/Banjo

Ryan Hurley - Upright Bass/Back-Up Vocals

Chad Paetznick - Drums

 Sam Sarratori - Accordion/ Sunday Sauce

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This Friday: New Greenpoint Brooklyn Venue + Top-Tier Lineup – Limited Tickets Left!

Friday March 21st - Doors 10pm - LATE 

Final Week to Secure Your Spot

Q1 2025 is closing out with a massive night, and this is your last chance to grab tickets before the dancefloor is full.

On March 21st, we take over 100 Sutton Street with a stacked lineup:

Estella Boersma (NL) – Delivering an electrifying blend of electro, breakbeat, and trance-infused energy.

Supergloss (DE) – Germany’s unstoppable force, bringing raw power and hypnotic grooves.

Michelle Kay (NYC) – Setting the tone with a signature warmup to get the room in sync.

Tickets are moving fast, and this lineup is not to be missed. Secure yours now before it’s too late.

Event Details
Date: Friday, March 21st
Time: 22:00 - 04:00
Venue: 100 Sutton, Greenpoint, Brooklyn
Age: 21+ (Physical ID required)

Estella Boersma

 a Dutch DJ and Producer based in Berlin, transitioned from a successful fashion career to making waves in the electronic music scene and launching her techno label EB-REX in 2024.

Estella Boersma is a Dutch DJ and Producer based in Berlin. After leaving her mark in the fashion world, Estella appears by all accounts to have strutted into the clubbing scene with as much effortless ease as she displays on international runways and magazines. Based in Berlin, she debuted in 2021 with her first EP on Unknown To The Unknown’s Dance Trax label, followed by another fun and diverse EP on Dance Trax, called Dance Trax vol.34. After appearing in the VA on Planet X 100 years of Columbia compilation, she finished 2022 with a bang with her single ‘The Wave’, Followed by Estella’s latest single ‘Sweat’, which has just been released on the infamous Unknown To The Unknown. These releases were followed by ‘Glade’ on Unknown To The Unknown. In 2024, Estella debuts her new Techno label ‘EB-REX’ with the first EP, ‘EB001’, a high energy club focussed EP with 4 driving techno floor-hitters. With popular live streams on Boiler Room, Mixmag Lab, Arte TV, Hor Berlin and appearances at places like Awakenings, Fabric London, Into The Woods, Glastonbury, Radion and much more, this Dutch sensation is one to watch!

SUPERGLOSS

Drawing inspiration from the timeless techno tracks of the 90s and 00s, Supergloss creates a highly danceable blend of energetic sounds that seamlessly combines the styles of the past and future.

Born and raised in Germany, Supergloss began her musical journey at the age of 5 when she started playing the classical piano. Her musical interests and tastes continued to evolve as she grew up, moving from Hyperpop to Hip Hop before finally finding her passion in Techno after settling in Berlin. Refusing to be defined by a single style or label, Supergloss offers a fresh adventure with each new mix she creates. Since her first gig in 2021, Supergloss has made a splash in the techno scene as a new, fresh face in the industry. Her unique style and infectious energy have set new tones and earned her a dedicated following. With regular bookings at established clubs and internationally renowned party series.

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FLG Signs Italian Alternative Rock Duo PEAKS!

FLG, the newly launched imprint of Frontiers Label Group, is thrilled to announce the signing of Italian alternative rock duo PEAKS!.

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

The band comments:

“We’re really excited to sign with FLG! Being part of such an experienced label in the rock and alternative scene is an incredible opportunity for us as a band. FLG has a proven track record of working with incredible artists, and we’re thrilled to join their roster. We can’t wait to collaborate with a team that truly understands this kind of music and to share everything we’ve been working on with the world. This feels like the start of an exciting new chapter for PEAKS!”

“I’m delighted to be working with Leo (Nicholas) again and joining forces with the FLG team to realise the full potential of PEAKS! new music. To have a label supporting and developing new rock artists is very refreshing to see, particularly a label with so much expertise to offer”, added Angus Blue, manager at Riverman Management.

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

“We're very excited to have PEAKS! join the FLG family. The guys are great songwriters and awesome performers. We look forward to contributing to this pivotal next phase in their career”.

PEAKS! is an exceptional alternative rock duo from Turin, Italy, who started their musical journey towards the end of 2020 with the jaw-dropping debut song ‚ “Blackout," which amassed over 2 million Spotify streams.

The band is intensely creative and has formed a very strong distinctive image through their visual output since the start: they shoot and create their own videos and content while collaborating with the renowned Italian graphic designer Giulia Lunge to realise and stay true to their vision.

From big fuzzy guitar riffs to catchy hooks, their musical influences draw from 70s rock to 90/2000s Electro Pop, as well as current bands such as The Score, Twenty One Pilots, Imagine Dragons, grandson, YUNGBLUD, Bishop Briggs, Welshly Arms, SAINT PHNX, and more.

PEAKS! debuted live at The Great Escape (2022) in Brighton, gaining huge acclaim that led to festival slots at 2000 Trees in the UK and supporting Pearl Jam at BST Hyde Park in London, then Placebo in Mantova (Italy), their Italian debut in front of 10,000 people. They wrapped up 2022 by playing with Frank Carter and the Rattlesnakes.

2023 saw PEAKS! returning to The Great Escape in Brighton, playing at the first Slam Dunk in Italy, followed by support slots with Dead Poets Society in Holland, and summer shows with Placebo in Italy and Switzerland. They played with Placebo again in 2024, as well as performing at the Storing Festival in the Netherlands.

Over the years, PEAKS! has received great support from DSPs, including placements on New Music Friday playlists across Europe on Spotify and Fresh Rock and New Rock playlists on Amazon Music.

The band has been featured on BBC Radio 1’s ‘Future Artists’ with Jack Saunders and on Kerrang! Radio, as well as earning strong airplay in the UK and across Europe. On TV, their music has been used on Love Island in the UK and on BBC’s Match of the Day, as well as on various US sync projects.

PC: Giulia Lungo

About Frontiers Label Group:

Founded in 1996 by Serafino Perugino in Napoli, Italy, Frontiers initially specialized in the distribution of indie Rock labels across the Italian market. The company, however, soon evolved into a leading global rock label, working with such important artists as Megadeth, Skunk Anansie, Van Zant, Def Leppard, Journey, Yes, Mr Big, Biohazard, Whitesnake,and ELO, while also signing and developing tomorrow’s artists.

Today, the expanded Frontiers Label Group owns and operates the imprints Frontiers Music Srl (Mainstream and Classic Rock), FLG Records (Alternative Music), and BLKIIBLK Records (Metal and Hard Rock) with global digital and physical distribution via The Orchard.

The company is headquartered in Italy, with additional executive staff in London, NY, Boston, Raleigh, and Nashville. Serling Rooks Hunter McKoy Worob and Averill LLP provides legal representation in the US, with international legal representation under the direction of Dario De Cicco.

CRADLE OF FILTH Drop Devilish Third Single "White Hellebore" + New Music Video

Following their acclaimed recent single, "To Live Deliciously," and its exquisitely twisted music video, GRAMMY Award-nominated extreme metal institution CRADLE OF FILTH are back to give fans more of the sinful sounds they crave with "White Hellebore," another bewitching new single and music video.

Featured on the band's highly-anticipated upcoming 14th studio album, The Screaming Of The Valkyries (March 21, 2025 via Napalm Records), "White Hellebore" is devilishly direct, juxtaposing traditional heavy metal with blasts of thrashing fury, then spinning back to operatic goth while remaining cohesive. The track's must-see new music video was directed by Shaun Hodson.

CRADLE OF FILTH mastermind Dani Filth says about the song and video:

"The wintertime flower of the title reminds us scintillatingly of our own mortality, flourishing in seasons of dying light and cold, frozen earth. 

Blossoming in the shadows, this Hellebore’s flowers draw us deeply into the stygian darkness with her.

In context of this song, the White Hellebore of the title is an alluring woman not too distant in danger from the predatory black widow, fostering both hope and despair.

A poison and an elixir, she is stunning to behold but ever deadly to taste.

This video — reeking of Lovecraftian gothic horror — presents the White Hellebore as a movie starlet who survives the grave through her dalliances with dark occult forces, a necromantic mystic tryst that an overzealous morgue attendant encounters with terrifying results, complimenting the song's unholy matrimony of melody and mayhem."

Watch the Music Video for "White Hellebore"  Below:

Following the release of 2021's Existence Is Futile (#20 Billboard 200 with Hard Rock Genre), CRADLE OF FILTH emerge again with a legacy-cementing opus. On The Screaming Of The Valkyries, Dani Filth's recognizable scream and equally identifiable growl stand mightily alongside twin guitar attacks, symphonic flourishes and explosive rhythm section, implemented by drummer Martin "Marthus" Skaroupka, bassist Daniel Firth, guitarists Marek "Ashok" Smerda and Donny Burbage, and keyboardist/vocalist Zoe Federoff.

Menacing album opener "To Live Deliciously" hits immediately, second track "Demagoguery" blends dark beauty, blast beats and slaytanic groove as only Cradle can combine. Across the album's blunt and unforgiving yet inviting expanse, Cradle summons the succulent flavors of classic albums like Dusk And Her Embrace and Cruelty And The Beast with the galloping (but no less fierce) thunder of recent entries Hammer Of The Witches and Existence Is Futile. Flashes of early metal influences coalesce with carnivorous glee into unapologetic death 'n' roll. "White Hellebore" is CRADLE OF FILTH at its most devilishly straightforward, juxtaposing traditional heavy metal with blasts of thrashing fury, spinning back to operatic goth without sounding disjointed. Anchored by arguably the most mournful melody in their catalog, "Non Omnis Moriar" ("I shall not wholly die") could be a cousin to Paradise Lost or Anathema, inverted through Cradle's thorny prism. "You Are My Nautilus" is the darkest song Iron Maiden never wrote, spinning an epic tale with dueling guitars, while "Ex Sanguine Draculae" conjures Dusk-era atmosphere with imaginative new colors. 

Produced, recorded, mixed and mastered by Scott Atkins at Grindstone Studios in Suffolk, England, The Screaming of the Valkyries beckons the brave into a new era of CRADLE OF FILTH misadventure, celebrating massive melancholic melody, blackened thrash, and apocalyptic existential dread with a grinning smattering of unbridled revelry. The Screaming of the Valkyries is a bloody dark love letter to the longtime legion of CRADLE OF FILTH faithful and a stunning entryway for fresh lambs to the sonic slaughter.

Pre-Order The Screaming of the Valkyries HERE.

CRADLE OF FILTH will co-headline the 2025 edition of the North American Chaos & Carnage tour, featuring fellow co-headliners Dying Fetus, as well as Fleshgod Apocalypse, Ne Obliviscaris, Undeath, Vomit Forth and Corpse Pile. See below for all confirmed performance dates.

CHAOS & CARNAGE TOUR DATES: 
4/17 — Berkeley, CA —  UC Theatre
4/19 — Los Angeles, CA — The Wiltern
4/20 — Phoenix, AZ —  The Van Buren
4/22 —  Albuquerque, NM —  El Rey Theater
4/24 —  Dallas, TX —  Granada Theater
4/26 — San Antonio, TX —  Vibes Event Center
4/27 — Houston, TX —  House of Blues
4/29 —  Nashville, TN —  Brooklyn Bowl
5/1 —  New York, NY —  Palladium Times Square
5/2 — Richmond, VA — The National
5/3 — Reading, PA —  Reverb
5/4 —  Worcester, MA —  The Palladium
5/6 —  Montreal, QC, CAN —  L'Olympia
5/7 —  Toronto, ON, CAN —  Rebel
5/8 — Pontiac, MI —  The Crofoot
5/9 —  Chicago, IL — Radius
5/10 — Des Moines, IA —  Val Air Ballroom
5/12 — Wichita, KS —  TempleLive
5/14 —  Denver, CO —  Fillmore Auditorium

CRADLE OF FILTH IS:
Dani Filth — Vocals
Marek "Ashok" Smerda — Guitars
Martin "Marthus" Skaroupka — Drums
Daniel Firth — Bass
Donny Burbage — Guitars
Zoe Federoff — Vocals, Keys

CANDLEMASS Celebrates 40th Anniversary With New EP "Black Star," Out 5/9

Swedish godfathers of epic doom CANDLEMASS celebrate their 40th anniversary of pioneering the genre with a four-track EP, Black Star. Packed with craterous riffs, this celebration of doom metal mastery is set for release on May 9 via Napalm Records.

With Black Star, the genre-defying band unveils two brand-new songs alongside two cover versions of timeless classics. The EP will be available in various formats, including a strictly limited vinyl edition featuring a 12-page vinyl booklet, an A3 poster, and a tote bag.
 

CANDLEMASS mastermind Leif Edling comments: 

"Not all bands get to see their 40th birthday and it certainly hasn't been an easy ride. But many ups and downs later, we stand here as survivors, veterans even… a bit scarred perhaps? Still ready though to unleash another piece of doom-laden metal upon an unsuspecting world. You have to do something when you turn 40, right? Anyway, as always, it's been fun recording some new stuff as well as covering a couple of old favorites."

Get your copy of Black Star here. 

WATCH THE ANNIVERSARY TRAILER BELOW:

Title track, "Black Star," blends haunting melodies with deeply introspective lyrics, brought to life by the dark, romantic voice of vocalist Johan Länquist. Songwriter Leif Edling's lyrics delve into themes of existential struggle, temptation, and the allure of darkness — creating an intense atmosphere imbued with CANDLEMASS' signature sound. The second new track, "Corridors Of Chaos," marks a true old school instrumental containing both classic metal riffing and stunning guitar playing by Lars Johansson, showcasing the band's mastery of dynamics. Adding to this tribute, CANDLEMASS delivers a cover of Black Sabbath's iconic "Sabbath Bloody Sabbath," taking listeners back to 1973. This is followed by their rendition of Pentagram’s classic "Forever My Queen," further cementing CANDLEMASS' remarkable contribution to shaping the genre into what it is today.

CANDLEMASS ARE:
Johan Länquist — Vocals
Lars Johansson — Lead Guitar
Mappe Björkman — Rhythm Guitar
Leif Edling — Bass
Janne Lind — Drums

Melodic Rockers GIANT Return With New Album ‘Stand And Deliver’ Out May 16th via Frontiers Music Srl

Melodic rockers GIANT are excited to announce the upcoming release of their new album ‘Stand And Deliver’, out on May 16th, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl. To coincide with the announcement, the band shares the first single, “Hold The Night,” with an accompanying lyric video, available to view below.

Drummer and founder David Huff expressed his excitement for the new album:

“Making GIANT records has always been our passion! Thanks to everyone at Frontiers; we can make our dreams happen. I know it’s a bit of a different lineup, but whoever is in the lineup, the legacy of GIANT lives on”.



Watch the Lyric Video for “Hold The Night" Below:

GIANT return with a powerful new chapter in their storied career, featuring a fresh lineup that propels the band's signature sound to exhilarating new heights.

The forthcoming album entitled 'Stand And Deliver' showcases once again the talents of David Huff on drums, Mike Brignardello on bass, Kent Hilli (of Perfect Plan) as the commanding lead vocalist, with the addition of Jimmy Westerlund (One Desire) on guitars. Westerlund also takes on mixing duties alongside Alessandro Del Vecchio, who adds his touch on keyboards as a featured guest.

As if this dynamic combination of talent was not enough, the album also includes some gems penned by the original guitarist and singer Dann Huff including “Time To Call It Love” (a collaboration with the late Mark Spiro), “Holdin’ On For Dear Life” and “Paradise Found”, coming both from his sessions with Van Stephenson, which strongly link the new album with the sound of the classic album 'Time To Burn'.

However, with this new album, GIANT deliver the hard-hitting rock and melodic hooks that fans have come to expect, while pushing the boundaries of the genre with a state-of-the-art production. 

Pre-Order 'Stand And Deliver' HERE

Originally formed in the late '80s by brothers Dann and David Huff, together with the experienced jazz and rock keyboardist Alan Pasqua and Nashville session bass player Mike Brignardello, GIANT would soon become one of the most respected bands of the melodic hard rock scene, with the release of their debut album 'Last Of The Runaways' (A&M Records, 1989).

Following countless live performances in support of their debut, the band released the follow-up 'Time To Burn' (Epic, 1991), an album still regarded as a main source of influence for many melodic and hard rock bands who came after. With the sudden change of musical climate in the early '90s, GIANT disbanded with their members becoming involved in different projects, with both Dann and David Huff becoming well respected producers.

In 2001, Frontiers prompted GIANT to release 'III', an album that would prove to be a landmark in the growth of the new era Melodic Rock scene, particularly in Europe. Unfortunately, Dann's busy schedule along with the other members' commitments made the reunion impossible to carry on as had originally been planned; however, the vision of bringing GIANT back as a band with a recording and touring line-up was something that the band was still open to exploring, even if Dann had to step away.

Thus, original members, drummer David Huff and bassist Mike Brignardello, with the blessing of Dann started endless research for the right musicians that could be part of a renewed GIANT line-up. In the end, the choice fell on vocalist Terry Brock (ex-Strangeways) and guitarist John Roth (Winger, Starship).

The resulting album, 'Promise Land' soon became a fan favorite, showcasing top quality songwriting and performances. GIANT, however, went into hibernation again, with the exception of a one-off show in 2017, where the original band members reunited on a Nashville club stage for a charity event.

That event piqued fan interest and Frontiers and David Huff started talking again to see if they could manage to find the right formula for a new album from GIANT. When the Swedish bandPerfect Plan released a cover version of the GIANT’s original hit “Stay” in 2019, all the pieces of the puzzle started to fall into place.

Huff and Brignardello were keen on the idea of Kent handling lead vocals for the next GIANTrelease. Dann Huff gave his seal of approval, appearing on lead guitar on the single “Never Die Young”, which anticipated the successful release in 2022 of the 'Shifting Time' album.

GIANT are:

Kent Hilli - Lead Vocals

Jimmy Westerlund - Lead Guitar

Mike Brignardello - Bass

David Huff - Drums

DISEMBODIED TYRANT JOINS NUCLEAR BLAST

Nuclear Blast Records is proud to welcome Missouri’s burgeoning extreme metal wrecking crew DISEMBODIED TYRANT to the label’s thriving roster. With one of the most distinct new sounds in heavy music, the volatile four-piece have already amassed a global cult following with their intense amalgam of blackened deathcore and progressive symphonic metal.

In the span of only a few short years, DISEMBODIED TYRANT has released a handful of singles and an EP that have garnered millions of streams, while performing a mind-blowing set at New England Metal & Hardcore Festival and North American tour with FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE and SHADOW OF INTENTthat have sparked a firestorm of anticipation for what’s next for the band.

Commenting on the signing to Nuclear Blast, founding songwriter, guitarist and vocalist Blake Mullens says:

“It’s an honor to be joining the Nuclear Blast roster, alongside some of my all time favorite bands/artists. Disembodied Tyrant has only ever been supported by myself internally, and to now have an entire team behind us is a dream come true, I’m very eager for what the future holds!”

Nuclear Blast America’s label manager and head of A&R, Tommy Jones adds:

“I’ve never signed an artist that never played a show live, until Disembodied Tyrant. I just felt so solid on their music and their team, that I rolled the dice. I saw the band’s 8th show ever at New England Metal and Hardcore Fest while they were supporting Fleshgod Apocalypse. After the performance, I hugged Blake and said in his ear ‘thank you for confirming my decision’.

The world is not ready for the insanity of Disembodied Tyrant, but you don’t have a choice. It’s about to get disgusting.”

Along with the signing announcement, comes the brand new single ‘8.6 BLACKOUT’; an unrelenting track of raging chaos.

Mullens says of the song:

“This song was one of those rarities where the vision stayed consistent throughout the entire process, it became exactly what I imaged it would from day one. This is a huge pivot thematically from the previous material, coupled with the video I think it’s quite the statement.”

Stream ‘8.6 BLACKOUT’: https://disembodied-tyrant.bfan.link/86blackout

Fans can catch DISEMBODIED TYRANT on their North American tour with CHELSEA GRIN, SHADOW OF INTENT and SIGNS OF THE SWARM this spring.

DISMBODIED TYRANT Tour Dates:

Mar 21 - Roseville, CA - Goldfield Trading Post

Mar 22 - San Diego, CA - SOMA

Mar 23 - Santa Ana, CA - Observatory

Mar 24 - Las Vegas, NV - Area 15

Mar 26 - Mesa, AZ - The Nile Theater

Mar 27 - Albuquerque, NM - Sunshine Theater

Mar 28 - Lubbock, TX - The Garden

Mar 29 - Fort Worth, TX - The Rail Club

Mar 30 - Austin, TX - Come And Take It Live

Apr 1 - Atlanta, GA - Center Stage

Apr 2 - Charlotte, NC - The Underground

Apr 3 - Virginia Beach, VA - Peabody’s

Apr 4 - Richmond, VA - Canal Club

Apr 5 - Baltimore, MD - Baltimore Soundstage

Apr 6 - Millvale, PA - Mr. Smalls

Apr 8 - Montreal, QC - Beanfield Theater

Apr 9 - Toronto, ON - Danforth Music Hall

Apr 10 - Syracuse, NY - The Song and Dance

Apr 11 - Worcester, MA - Palladium

Apr 12 - New York, NY - Irving Plaza

Apr 13 - Philadelphia, PA - Brooklyn Bowl

Apr 15 - Detroit, MI - Majestic Theater

Apr 16 - Chicago, IL - House of Blues

Apr 18 - Denver, CO - The Oriental Theater

Apr 19 - Salt Lake City, UT - The Depot

About DISEMBODIED TYRANT:

Disembodied Tyrant merges symphonic grandeur with crushing deathcore to create a cinematic, immersive experience. An unrelenting blend of brutality and orchestral depth, layered with apocalyptic imagery and themes of corruption, reckoning, and self-deification. With thunderous riffs, haunting melodies, and thought-provoking lyricism, Disembodied Tyrant is a force of pure, calculated chaos. 

Disembodied Tyrant is: 

Blake Mullens - Guitar / Vocals 

Dominic Petrocelli – Guitar / Backing Vocals  

Lucas Koughan - Bass  

Kevin Alexander - Drums 

Follow DISEMBODIED TYRANT:

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Pop-Punk Up 'N' Comers Indecent Behavior Provoke Thought With Video for New Single "Shoot"

After performing at Rock am Ring, Rock im Park, and shows with Neck Deep and Zebrahead, pop punk rising stars INDECENT BEHAVIOR have released the video for "Shoot," a thought-provoking new single.

"Shoot" is a song about the brutal reality of violence — about spilled blood, lost lives, and about people who disappear before they even understand why they are fighting. It's a song full of energy, anger, and despair. It's a song that asks the questions that everyone should ask themselves: For what? Why? And when will it finally end?

"We are confronted with war every day," says singer Henrik Bergmann. "We hear stories of heroes and victors, glory, and honor. But are there any winners in war? While bombs and gunfire fall, people lose everything — their homes, their families, their memories. Nothing but destruction is left behind, while hopes sink into the dust. And all because people find themselves on opposite sides — not by their own choice, but simply because they were born in a different place."

Stream "Shoot" here.

Watch the video below.

INDECENT BEHAVIOR ARE:
Henrik Bergmann — Vocals
Christian Noß — Guitar + Vocals
Denis Selzer — Bass + Vocals
Florian Heintz — Drums

Rising Prog Metal Band Múr Wins Icelandic Grammy for "Newcomer of the Year"

With their debut, experimental prog metal band Múr has erupted from the underground and quickly proven themselves to be a reckoning force. The rising act released its first ever studio album in November 2024 via Century Media Records, which was accoladed by international metal media. Now, the band is proud to announce that they have been awarded the Icelandic Music Award (Iceland's equivalent to the Grammys) for 'Newcomer of the Year!' In addition, they had been nominated in two other categories - 'Best Rock Album of the Year' and 'Best Video of the Year' for "Heimsslit." The nominated music video can be seen below.

Múr also had the distinguished honor of performing during the nationally televised awards ceremony, which took place live last night, March 12. The band's acceptance of the "Newcomer of the Year" award and performance of the song "Kviksyndi" can be streamed at the 00:20:31 mark at THIS LOCATION.

The emerging quintet are forging a new era of dark, atmospheric and boundary shattering metal. With progressive sensibilities that harken to the Devin Townsend Project and mid-era Opeth, a talent to cohesively juxtapose atmospheric textures with polished technicality a la Meshuggah and Gojira, and a focus on jazz study among the fresh-faced instrumentalists, Múr is already proving itself to be a reckoning force.

Múr’s trajectory really gained momentum a year after their formation when their talent was recognized in the spring of 2022 as they conquered the Icelandic Wacken Metal Battle, propelling them to an impressive fourth place in the international finale at Wacken Open Air in Germany.

The band's self-titled debut can be streamed, ordered, and downloaded HERE.

With a sound that defies generic labels and a vision that stretches the limits of creativity, Múr are the latest descendents from Iceland’s volcanic underground. The emerging quintet are forging a new era of dark, atmospheric and boundary shattering metal. With progressive sensibilities that harken to the Devin Townsend Project and mid-era Opeth, a talent to cohesively juxtapose atmospheric textures with polished technicality a la Neurosis and Gojira, and a focus on jazz study among the fresh-faced instrumentalists, Múr is already proving itself to be a reckoning force. 

Exhibiting a musicianship that collectively exhibits impressive virtuosity, it’s unsurprising that frontman Kári Haraldsson (Vocals, Keytar, Synthesizers), guitarists Hilmir Árnason and Jón Ísak Ragnarsson, bassist Ívar Klausen and drummer Árni Jökull Guðbjartsson each already have established impressive resumes as their interest in music all started in their early childhoods. Haraldsson is an unprecedented force, not only transforming the typically bright and cheerful keytar into an ominous weapon of sound, he has been a musician since the early age of five when he started taking drumming lessons with his grandfather. His interest in music continued to flourish in his teens, where he studied classical and jazz piano and ultimately started to try his hand in composition. His efforts paid off as he already has written scores for two projects - the Icelandic feature film ‘Harmur’ (‘Come to Harm,' 2021) and the Icelandic TV series, ‘Gestir’ (2024). His cinematic sensibilities are now evident in the gradoise soundscapes that he creates for Múr.

Haraldsson then released his first solo project, Bláþræðir, in 2020, which was part of a larger collaborative project in which he and director Hrafnkell Tumi Georgsson made an animated short film with an original score. This partnership soon came to produce Múr’s haunting first music video for the song “Heimsslit.” Ever since Múr came into existence, it has been his main outlet for songwriting and is his purest creative expression.

Guitarists Hilmir Árnason and Jón Ísak Ragnarsson both had a similar trajectory, each learning classical guitar at a young age, but eventually learning the electric guitar as teens under the tutelage of Skálmöld’s Þráinn Árni Baldvinsson, who would eventually also play a role in Múr’s inception. Eventually, they each studied jazz, pursuing a formal education of the subject at Icelandic music schools Tónlistarskóli FÍH and Menntaskóli í Tónlist, respectively.

Also starting his musical training at age six, Árni Jökull Guðbjartsson didn’t start to hone his craft on drums until he was 13 and has performed in other local Icelandic bands (Krownest, Blóðmör) before joining Múr. His experience in punk and hardcore bands have been integral to his stage presence, lending to his immense energy and live ferocity.

Ívar Klausen also discovered his craft later in life, starting as a guitarist before conquering the bass. As a guitarist, he was actively involved in the local pop scene, contributing his talents both in studio and on stage for various artists. He also studied jazz guitar at the Icelandic music school Menntaskóli í Tónlist and has released several other records with his band Dópamín, where he sings and shreds the guitar as the frontman.

The commonalities between the musicians of Múr made the formation of this project almost seem inevitable, with ties between the members going back to their school years. “It started when Hilmir and I met in our first year of high school and started jamming in my mom’s garage, playing covers of our favorite rock and metal songs,” explains Haraldsson of the band’s inception. “Hilmir and Jón Ísak had the same guitar teacher at the time, Þráinn Árni Baldvinsson, but one day he introduced them to each other and strongly encouraged them to join forces with me in that very same garage the next weekend and start playing together. We became good friends over the next couple of years, meeting most weekends to hang out and play all sorts of different covers and some very early original material as well, but back then I was the drummer, so we were just a guitars and drums three-piece.

“A few years later we met the rest of the guys in the Icelandic music school, Menntaskóli í Tónlist, and things started to shape into what they are today when I stepped away from the drums to give full focus to the vocals, synthesizers (keytar) and songwriting. Singing was a completely new thing for me, only done originally so that the earliest songs I wrote for what would become Múr could include some vocal melodies. Ívar joined us on bass after I showed him some early Múr demos at school, but once this started looking like a full band and we had some of our first songs, we really needed a drummer.

“Sigurður Jakobsson (of Úlfúð, ex-Mannveira) joined us right around the start of the pandemic and we spent those isolated months really honing our inner dynamic as a band and were really tight by the time we could finally play our first gig when things finally started opening up again. Sigurður played the drums on the recordings for our debut album and stayed with us until we placed fourth at Wacken Metal Battle in Germany, but then had to part ways with us for personal and practical reasons, all on good terms. Árni, a good friend whom we had met through music school and the local scene, joined us right after, solidifying the lineup into what it is today.”

Múr’s trajectory really gained momentum a year after their formation when their talent was recognized in the spring of 2022 as they conquered the Icelandic Wacken Metal Battle, propelling them to an impressive fourth place in the international finale at Wacken Open Air in Germany.

Describing their music as “a wall of sound and emotion,” Múr is quick to point out that their sound is up for interpretation. “I’m not sure whether it’s our place to fully define it,” cautions Haraldsson “as people seem to take vastly different things away from experiencing it, depending on who they are and what they like in music.” While their complex passages will undoubtedly elicit different perspectives as it borrows from many genres and elements, the emotional component to their music is more direct, with lyrics that center on the human experience. “Most of the lyrics revolve around facing yourself, breaking the shackles of inner turmoil and finding strength in letting go,” he adds.

As for what comprises their multifaceted sound, Haraldsson explains, “We draw inspiration from a lot of different sources, both when it comes to the songwriting and when designing the more overarching soundscapes and textures. Amongst other things we are inspired by film scores, forces of nature, and various different forms of electronic music.”

Making their debut with their self-titled full-length, which will be released via Century Media Records on November 22, 2024, the newcomers already have a buzz around them as they have been winning over crowds on the festival circuit since conquering Soulcrusher Festival in 2023. Through their unique blend of atmospheric textures, evocative songwriting, and raw emotional intensity, Múr has garnered critical acclaim both within their homeland and beyond, solidifying their position as one of the country's most promising and exciting musical exports.

Lineup:

Kári Haraldsson - Vocals, Keytar, Synthesizers

Hilmir Árnason - Guitar

Jón Ísak Ragnarsson - Guitar

Ívar Klausen - Bass

Árni Jökull Guðbjartsson - Drums

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Our Mirage Release Video for "Don't Talk" (Featuring Christopher Kristensen from Dead By April)

"Change is inevitable. The more you remain silent while others speak, the more you risk enduring harm without resistance.

"Now is the time to rise and take a stand. Face your inner struggles head on, because you are stronger than you believe.
 

"With this mindset, Our Mirage embark on a bold new chapter — one that is heavier, more powerful, and more intense than ever before. As life evolves, so does music.

"Prepare yourselves for Our Mirage 2.0 — a sound forged to inspire strength in the face of adversity. Even when your greatest battle is within yourself, you must stand your ground and emerge victorious.
 

"Our brand-new single, featuring none other than Christopher Kristensen from Dead By April, is out now! His powerful voice adds an incredible dynamic to this new era of Our Mirage.
 

"In addition to this exciting evolution, we are proud to announce a new member joining our journey. Please welcome David as the new guitarist of Our Mirage! David has been an invaluable part of our family for years, supporting us on tour as both a guitar technician and a dedicated fill-in guitarist. His commitment and talent have more than earned him this role, and we couldn't be happier to have him officially join the band.

Stay tuned for what’s to come — this is only the beginning."

More info about EU shows here. 

Watch the "Don't Talk" video below.

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