We Came As Romans Return With Defiant New Anthem "Bad Luck"

Beloved metalcore torchbearers We Came As Romans are back today with a searing new single, “Bad Luck”. The track marks the band’s first release of 2025 and kicks off a bold new chapter following their critically acclaimed 2022 album 'Darkbloom'. Fueled by thunderous grooves, anthemic hooks, and raw reflection, “Bad Luck” is a statement of defiance from a band that’s weathered more than most. Listen HERE and watch the visualizer below.

Speaking on their new single, frontman Dave Stephens shares

“Bad Luck is a song that is so important to each of us. Lyrically, it’s about our journey as a band since the very beginning. We’ve faced so many setbacks and problems behind the scenes, and sometimes it feels like Bad Luck is all we have — but the way that we’ve persevered through all of them to become who we are today is the real story, not the issues along the way.”

“Bad Luck” opens with an eerie, looped vocal sample before exploding into a hammering riff and a soaring chorus. The lyrics lay bare years of struggle, survival, and growth, culminating in another of their signature, arena-ready choruses -  “I spent all my life wondering why the bad luck always comes so easy… All this time, I’ve realized the worse things in life are free.” It’s a fierce reckoning with everything the band has persevered through together and a hard-earned rally cry—one that captures the essence of We Came As Romans’ evolution and unwavering commitment to push forward.

With performances already announced at major US summer festivals including Welcome To Rockville, Inkcarceration, the returning Warped Tour, Louder Than Life and When We Were Young and with plenty more news to come from We Came As Romans, 2025 is shaping up to be another stellar year for a band that have remained a defining force in heavy music for almost two decades. Keep an eye out for more coming very soon.

ABOUT WE CAME AS ROMANS

We Came As Romans continue to progress and evolve at lightspeed, maintaining a place at the forefront of heavy music and culture. Never content to follow, they seamlessly alchemize crushing groove-driven catharsis, spacey electronics, and arena-size singalongs into a sound that refuses to sit still—effortlessly moving between metal, alternative, hardcore, and rock.

The Michigan-born five-piece—Dave Stephens, Joshua Moore, Lou Cotton, Andy Glass, and David Puckett—first broke through with Tracing Back Roots (2013), which cracked the Billboard 200 Top 10 and hit #1 on both the Independent Albums and Top Hard Rock Albums charts. Their self-titled 2015 album followed, debuting at #11 on the Billboard 200, cementing their status as modern metalcore royalty.

Following the tragic loss of original vocalist Kyle Pavone in 2018, the band has continued to honor his legacy with their 2022 album, Darkbloom, their highest-praised record to date. Kerrang! awarded it 4 out of 5 stars, calling it “a carrier for a knot of emotion, and a tribute to their friend.” It featured career-defining tracks like “Black Hole” (ft. Caleb Shomo), now over 102 million Spotify streams, and “Daggers” (ft. Zero 9:36), which surpassed 32 million streams. Media outlets including Loudwire and Consequence praised the album for its emotional range, sonic heft, and unapologetic vulnerability.

“Bad Luck” is the next step in their journey—an anthem born of loss, scars, heart, and unrelenting drive.

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ONE OK ROCK Lift Curtain on Official Music Video for "C.U.R.I.O.S.I.T.Y." (feat. Paledusk + CHICO CARLITO)

"C.U.R.I.O.S.I.T.Y." (Feat. Paledusk and CHICO CARLITO)” marks the latest highlight track from ONE OK ROCK's blockbuster 11th studio album, DETOX, available now via Fueled By Ramen HERE. Produced by an array of top studio superstars including GRAMMY® Award-winner 3x Rob Cavallo (Green Day, Linkin Park, My Chemical Romance) and GRAMMY® Award-nominees Dan Lancaster (Bring Me The Horizon, Blink-182) and Pete Nappi (GAYLE, Jonas Brothers), the album made a #1 debut on the Japanese Rock Albums chart earlier this year thanks in part to such hit singles as "Delusion:All," "Dystopia," "+Matter," and "Tropical Therapy," all joined by official music videos now boasting more than 20M cumulative views at the hugely popular ONE OK ROCK YouTube channel.

Currently celebrating their 20th anniversary, ONE OK ROCK are currently in the midst of their epic DETOX World Tour, having just completed the Latin American leg. The tour's North American leg gets underway May 13 at Vancouver, BC's Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre with highlights including an eagerly awaited two-night stand at Los Angeles, CA's historic Greek Theater on May 18-19. Support throughout comes from special guests Stand Atlantic.

This summer will see ONE OK ROCK support their longtime friends Linkin Park at Paris, France's Stade de France (July 11) followed by a return to Japan for their own highly anticipated stadium tour. The DETOX European Tour begins October 6 at Madrid, Spain’s Palacio Vistalegre and includes stops at such iconic venues as Paris, France’s Accor Arena (October 10) and London, UK’s The O2 (October 15). ONE OK ROCK’s biggest shows in Europe and The UK thus far, the 16-city run will feature support from their "C.U.R.I.O.S.I.T.Y." collaborator Paledusk. For complete details and ticket availability, please visit here.

ONE OK ROCK U.S. TOUR:
SUPPORT FROM STAND ATLANTIC
5/13 — Vancouver, BC — Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre
5/14 — Seattle, WA — WAMU Theater
5/16 — San Francisco, CA — Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
5/18 — Los Angeles, CA — Greek Theater
5/19 — Los Angeles, CA — Greek Theater
5/22 — Irving, TX — The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
5/23 — Houston, TX — Bayou Music Center
5/25 — Orlando, FL — Hard Rock Live
5/27 — Atlanta, GA — Coca-Cola Roxy
5/30 — Newark, NJ — Prudential Center
5/31 — Washington, DC — The Anthem
6/1 — Boston, MA — MGM Music Hall at Fenway
6/3 —Laval, QC — Place Bell Arena
6/4 — Toronto, ON — Budweiser Stage
6/6 — Chicago, IL — Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
6/7 — Minneapolis, MN — Armory

ABOUT ONE OK ROCK:
With billions of worldwide streams, global sales in excess of 3 million, and dozens of international gold and platinum certifications, ONE OK ROCK have emerged as a undeniable planetary phenomenon for their distinctive and original brand of 21stcentury rock, fusing alternative, hardcore, emo, electronic pop, and more into a captivatingly modern sound and vision all their own. Founded in 2005, the Tokyo-based quartet —Taka (vocals), Toru (guitar), Tomoya (drums), and Ryota (bass) — proved an immediate sensation at home in Japan, where they have earned 11 consecutive Top 5 albums and three #1 debuts on the Japanese Top Albums Chart. By 2013, ONE OK ROCK had begun expanding their global imprint into Asia, Europe, North America, and South America with sold-out headline shows and festival performances including a hugely successful run on 2014's 18-city Vans Warped Tour. 2015 saw the release of 35xxxv, the band's seventh studio album and first to enter Billboard music charts in the US, including #1 on the "World Albums" chart. ONE OK ROCK made their Fueled By Ramen debut with 2018's Ambitions, which proved the world’s best-selling album in the week following its release. 2019's Eye of the Storm saw the band pushing their musical approach into new directions, a sonic progression that continued with 2022's Luxury Disease, the latter of which included collaborations with Panic! At The Disco's Brendon Urie, Teddy Swims, members of Bring Me The Horizon and 5 Seconds of Summer, and longtime fan Ed Sheeran, with whom they co-wrote the worldwide hit single, "Renegades." Along with their constantly evolving recorded output, ONE OK ROCK have become one of the planet's most popular and dynamic live acts with multiple sold-out world headline tours, top-billed performances at a variety of international festivals, and special guest runs alongside such diverse artists as Ed Sheeran, Smashing Pumpkins, Muse, All Time Low, and more. The winner of countless accolades and honors at home — as well as MTV Europe Music Awards' 2016 "Best Japanese Act" — ONE OK ROCK have been featured on a range of film, TV, anime, and video game soundtracks. Now, with the chart-topping 2025 release of Detox(as well as the truly epic Detox World Tour), ONE OK ROCK are once again breaking new musical ground while continuing to affirm their place among the most inventive and beloved rock bands in the world today.

ABOUT PALEDUSK:
Hailing from Fukuoka on the Japanese island of Kyushu, Paledusk are one of the most important young bands of the new era, with their sights set on the world. The band's shocking sound fuses elements of metalcore, industrial, nu-metal, and EDM into something full of spirit and all their own. Their energetic and explosive live performances have seen them participate in Slipknot's Knotfest Japan and tours with such artists as Bring Me the Horizon and Deftones. With a sound and style that is truly unique, Paledusk are the next big thing in the Japanese heavy scene.

ABOUT CHICO CARLITO:
CHICO CARLITO is a modern hip-hop musician from Naha, Japan, who has established himself as a distinctive voice in the country’s music scene. His music combines contemporary production methods with the raw intensity and flow of classic hip-hop, distinguished by their complicated rhythms, sophisticated harmonies, and stirring lyrics that address the challenges and victories of daily life. Indeed, the strength of the human spirit is reflected in CHICO CARLITO's songs, and his skill as a songwriter and performer is demonstrated by his capacity to emotionally engage crowds. CHICO CARLITO is a force to be reckoned with in the world of modern music thanks to his distinct fusion of old-school and new-school hip-hop.

Renowned Rock Singer RUSS BALLARD Shares New Single “I Know There's Something Going On”

Today, renowned rock singer RUSS BALLARD is pleased to share his new single and accompanying video “I Know There's Something Going On,” taken from his upcoming double album 'Songs From The Warehouse / The Hits Rewired,' out on April 25th, 2025 via Frontiers Music Srl.

 

This release 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.

About the new single, RUSS BALLARD says:

“That was a quick one. I wrote it when the first digital reverbs came out. I played around with these new sounds, took my holey guitar and that’s it. It took me an hour to write it from start to finish. Phil Collins turned it into a massive song then with his drum sound. Years later, Fridasaid she wished I did more songs for her. How lovely from her.”

 

BALLARD also expresses his excitement for the album:

“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 life saver 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!”

Watch the Video for “I Know There's Something Going On” 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.

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

DRAKE MILLIGAN ANNOUNCES STACKED 2025 “IN CONCERT” TOUR AROUND THE GLOBE

Critically acclaimed Country star Drake Milligan announces an impressive slew of dates with “Drake Milligan In Concert,” which slates his 2025 schedule opening for stars like Lainey Wilson and Luke Bryan as well as his own headlining shows. Kicking off the tour in the desert at Stagecoach Festival on April 25th, Milligan will make his way through key markets across the U.S., Canada, and Europe. 

 

Milligan recently opened for Blake Shelton who spontaneously pulled the newcomer on-stage to perform a George Strait classic, “All My Ex’s Live In Texas.” The viral moment was one Milligan had not expected, but one he was fully prepared for as a fan and student of the King of Country. 

 

For select dates throughout “Drake Milligan In Concert” fans can purchase VIP tickets, which provides a unique experience including early entry, an exclusive 1-song acoustic performance, and a group Q&A session with Milligan himself ahead of the show. The 2025 “Next Big Thing” artist (MusicRow) has a packed year with more announcements to come! 

About Drake Milligan:

Drake Milligan burst onto the national music stage entering the Billboard Emerging Artists Chart at #5 after dominating iTunes with his debut album, Dallas/Fort Worth, charting back-to-back #1 hits on the iTunes Country Songs Chart, #1 on iTunes All-Genre Chart and reclaimed the #1 spot on iTunes Country Albums Chart, all while simultaneously holding positions #1, #2, #3 and #5 on iTunes Country Video Chart. In the UK, Milligan’s debut album spent 11 consecutive weeks in the Top 20 of the Official Country Artists Albums Chart. A student of classic Country music with the swagger of early Rock ‘n’ Roll, the Fort Worth, Texas native is an electrifying entertainer who cites George Strait and Elvis Presley – the King of Country and the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll – as musical heroes, and his unique twist of traditional Country has been embraced by fans, peers and the media alike. Milligan has performed on The Kelly Clarkson Show, The Grand Ole Opry, Stagecoach and CMA Music Festival, and earned high praise from People, BBC, USA Today, Parade, American Songwriter, CMT.com, Billboard, ET, Access Hollywood, Cosmopolitan, Cowgirl Magazine and Taste of Country. Following his Dallas/Fort Worth debut – named “One of the Best Country Albums of 2022” by Billboard and others – Milligan uncorked a Canadian Country Radio #1 in 2023 (“Honky Tonkin’ About” with The Reklaws) and garnered 5 million views in just a few months with “Cowgirl For Christmas.” His latest EP release titled, Jukebox Songs, features four all new tracks and was released in 2024, with hit single “I Got A Problem” earning #1 on the Australian Country Radio charts. The acclaimed “Artist to Watch” (CMT, Pandora, etc.) also returned to his primetime TV roots for a performance on the America’s Got Talent spin-off show, America’s Got Talent: Fantasy League and hit the road alongside Cody Johnson on his 2024 U.S. arena tour. With over 200M streams worldwide, Milligan is currently on his own headlining tour and will be on the road throughout 2025 opening for Lainey Wilson, Luke Bryan, and Blake Shelton. 

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Maddox Batson’s “First Dance” Extends w/ “The After Party” – 3 New Songs Out 5/2

There’s nothing like the anticipation of your first dance – or as an artist, your first EP – and budding singer/songwriter/entertainer Maddox Batson wants to keep the excitement going. Having sold out the first leg of his Road to Indio Tour in support of his 7-song March 21 release First Dance, the Tennessee teen adds three songs – “I Need A Truck,” “Somewhere South” and “2 Feet” – with First Dance (The After Party), available Friday, May 2 via Prosper Entertainment/Warner Records.  
 
"We’re so excited to add a few tracks and release a deluxe of First Dance for our fans,” shares Batson. “I’ve been blessed to write with so many incredible songwriters – we have so many good songs that we’ve been playing on the road, and some have already felt like fan favorites. We just felt like we should get ‘I Need A Truck’ and ‘Somewhere South’ out to fans as soon as possible,” he adds of releasing a deluxe just six weeks after his first EP. 
 
“There’s one that felt important for me to share right now because it’s the perfect way to express how I’m coping with everything that’s happening, and that song is ‘2 Feet’,” he shares of a song he co-wrote with Tiggi and Mishon Ratliff and is a nod to his whirlwind year including his Grand Ole Opry debut, inaugural tour currently underway and first recorded music being available for fans. “I’m so excited to share even more music to our incredible fans with The After Party."
 
With “Girl In Green” and “I Don’t Like You Anymore” among the new songs already being sung back to him from the crowd at sold-out shows in Columbus, Ohio, Louisville, Kentucky, Raleigh, North Carolina, Huntsville, Alabama and more within the first two weeks on tour, Batson is writing and singing what he knows and it’s connecting. f28 observes, with “a performance that was both intimate and electrifying… the sight of parents covering their ears while their kids screamed with uncontainable joy was a testament to the infectious energy Maddox brings to his shows.”
 
As Batson looks ahead to his extended EP’s release and in particular “I Need A Truck,” the multi-instrumentalist adds, “Growing up in the country, you start talking about your truck when you're like 13. What's it gonna look like…what kind of wheels you're gonna get... whether it's a Ford, Ram or a Chevy. Usually that's passed down to you from your parents. Kinda like Coke or Pepsi. 
 
“‘I Need A Truck’ is about finding that special someone you can share that experience with… and this song is me picturing what it’s gonna be like to ride around with her. Nothing like it – a beautiful girl and a good-looking truck. I can't wait!"

Tour Routing:
April 17 || Dallas, TX || House of Blues*
April 18 || Houston, TX || White Oak Music Hall - Downstairs *
April 19 || Austin, TX || Emo’s Austin *
April 22 || Denver, CO || Summit
April 24 || Phoenix, AZ || Crescent Ballroom*
April 26 || Indio, CA || Stagecoach Music Festival          
May 18 || New York, NY || Irving Plaza (rescheduled)*      
June 28 || Fairfield, CA || Vineyard Jam 2025
July 20 || Valparaiso, IN || Porter County Fair
Aug 10 || West Chester Township, OH || Voices of America Country Music Fest
Sept 11 || Baton Rouge, LA || Raising Cane’s River Center^
Sept 12 || Baton Rouge, LA || Raising Cane’s River Center^
Sept 13 || Bossier City, LA || Brookshire Grocery Arena^
Oct 2 || Nashville, TN || Bridgestone Arena^
Oct 16 || St. Louis, MO || Hollywood Casio Amphitheatre^
Oct 17 || Rosemont, IL || Allstate Arena^
Oct 18 || Saint Paul, MN || Xcel Energy Center^
*SOLD OUT
^Lainey Wilson Support Dates
 
About Maddox Batson:
Maddox Batson navigates the world with wisdom and wit far beyond his 15 years. After the Nashville-born, Alabama-based songwriter began gaining notoriety covering songs from Zach Bryan, Red Clay Strays, and more, he started to write his own songs. Thanks to early singles like “Tears In The River” and “I Wanna Know,” Batson quickly showed that he wasn’t only a star at covering country hits, but an excellent writer of his own home-cooked cuts – a practice he saw first-hand as a co-writer on Lana Del Rey and Quavo’s smash hit collaboration, “Tough.”
 
With the arrival of his latest single, “Girl In Green” and his EP First Dance, Batson is ready to show the world what he can create all while preparing for sold-out live shows across the country, his debut appearance at Stagecoach Music Festival and more new music. Life is moving fast for the multi-instrumentalist (piano, guitar & mandolin) who has fully embraced his next-up in country-pop music.  “It can be overwhelming, this life, but I’ve got a lot of good people surrounding me,” he explains. “I’m still just a kid, though, and I’m happy about that.” More at MaddoxBatson.com. 
 
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Darius Rucker Named Ambassador for the Carolinas Golf Foundation

The Carolinas Golf Association (CGA) is proud to announce that three-time Grammy Award-winning musician, philanthropist and avid golfer Darius Rucker has officially joined the organization as an ambassador for the Carolinas Golf Foundation (CGF), the charitable arm of the CGA. Known worldwide for his music and generosity, Rucker will now lend his voice and platform to help grow the game of golf and amplify the Foundation’s mission throughout North and South Carolina.

“I’m honored to be part of something that’s making a real difference through the game I love,” said Rucker. “Golf has been a huge part of my life – not just because I love to play, but because I’ve seen the way it brings people together and creates opportunities. I’m proud to support the Carolinas Golf Foundation and the incredible work they’re doing across my home region.”

As an ambassador, Rucker will help champion the Foundation’s efforts to promote access and opportunity in golf—particularly among youth, individuals with disabilities and underserved communities. His involvement will include appearances at select Foundation events, engagement in awareness campaigns, and collaboration with the CGA to drive fundraising and outreach.

Rucker, a resident of Pinehurst, N.C. just a few miles away from the CGA headquarters, is a longtime golf enthusiast with deep roots in the Carolinas and a strong track record of using his platform for good. His philanthropic endeavors include founding the annual Darius & Friends benefit concert and golf tournament in support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, hosting collegiate golf events, along with support for public education, health care initiatives and military veteran programs.

“Having Darius Rucker join the Carolinas Golf Foundation is a transformative moment for us,” said Andy Priest, Executive Director of the Carolinas Golf Association. “Darius is not only a cultural icon but also a passionate advocate for the game. His influence and authenticity will help us expand our reach, deepen our impact, and inspire new audiences to embrace golf as a force for positive change.”

The Carolinas Golf Foundation was established in 1977 to support the growth and sustainability of golf throughout North and South Carolina. Over the past five decades, the Foundation has awarded more than $3.3 million in grants to support programs and initiatives that embody its mission to provide access to life-changing opportunities through the game of golf.

Through initiatives such as junior golf scholarships, First Tee partnerships, adaptive golf clinics, turfgrass research and community engagement programs, the Foundation has become a vital resource for growing the game in meaningful and lasting ways.

Rucker’s involvement represents a significant step forward in the Foundation’s evolution. His presence is expected to elevate the organization’s visibility and connect with a broader audience – particularly younger generations and those new to the game.

“We’re excited to work alongside Darius to bring more attention to the positive impact golf can have in people’s lives,” Priest added. “He embodies the spirit of the Carolinas and the values we’re working to promote – access, opportunity, and a love for the game that lasts a lifetime.”

The latest issue of Carolinas Golf Magazine, featuring Darius Rucker, is now available HERE.

For more information about the Carolinas Golf Foundation or to support its mission, visit  www.carolinasgolf.org/mission. 

Photo Credit: Katie Kauss

About the Carolinas Golf Association (CGA):
The Carolinas Golf Association (CGA) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit educational organization established in 1909 to promote and protect the game of golf in the Carolinas. The CGA supports golf clubs and golfers by providing competitions, education, resources and benefits. It is the second-largest golf association in the country, representing over 700 member clubs and 220,000 individuals. Each year, the CGA conducts 48 championships and five team match competitions across various divisions, including men, women, juniors and seniors. In addition, it organizes more than 150 One-Day events (net and gross) and manages qualifying tournaments for USGA national championships. The CGA offers a wide range of services and programs to support golf in the Carolinas, including the administration of the USGA Handicap System, tournament management software and support, course measurement and course/slope ratings, agronomy consultation and guidance on the Rules of Golf, Rules of Amateur Status and Handicapping. Additional initiatives include Carolinas Golf Magazine, the Interclub series, the Tarheel Youth Golf Association, the Carolinas Golf Hall of Fame and expense assistance for USGA Junior and Girls' Junior qualifiers from the Carolinas. Through its charitable arm, the Carolinas Golf Foundation (CGF), the CGA has distributed over $3.2 million since 1977 to support golf initiatives in the region, including junior and women’s programs. 

For more information about the CGA and its programs, follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and TikTok at @cgagolf1909, or visit our website at www.carolinasgolf.org.

About the Carolinas Golf Foundation (CGF):
The Carolinas Golf Foundation (CGF) was established in 1977 by the Carolinas Golf Association to support golf-related initiatives across North and South Carolina. Both the CGF and CGA are 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organizations dedicated to growing the game and enriching lives through golf.
 Over the past 38 years, the Foundation has provided more than $3 million in funding for a wide range of projects and scholarships. Through programs like Youth on Course, the CGF gives juniors the opportunity to play golf for just $5 per round at participating courses across the Carolinas – just one of the many ways the Foundation is investing in the next generation.

In addition to youth golf, the CGF supports initiatives that promote women’s golf, accessibility for disabled golfers, turfgrass research, college scholarships and the preservation of the Carolinas' golf heritage through the Hall of History.

About Darius Rucker:
Rucker first achieved multi-Platinum status in the music industry as lead singer and rhythm guitarist of the GRAMMY Award-winning band Hootie & the Blowfish, who have sold more than 25 million albums worldwide including their Double Diamond-certified (22x Platinum) debut Cracked Rear View, which remains among the top 10 best-selling studio albums of all time. Since releasing his first Country album in 2008, Rucker has earned a whole new legion of fans with four No. 1 albums on the Billboard Country chart plus 10 No. 1 singles at Country radio and 11 Gold, Platinum or multi-Platinum certified hits. Rucker was inducted as a Grand Ole Opry member in 2012 and he won his third career GRAMMY Award in 2014 for Best Solo Country Performance with his Diamond-certified (11x Platinum) version of “Wagon Wheel,” one of the top five best-selling Country songs of all time. His latest album Carolyn’s Boy (featuring recent single “Never Been Over” with Jennifer Nettles) is available everywhere now as is his New York Times bestselling memoir “Life’s Too Short,” released via Dey Street in 2024.
 
As a lifelong philanthropist, Rucker co-chaired the capital campaign that generated $150 million to help build the new MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital in his hometown of Charleston, S.C. and has raised over $4.3 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital through his annual Darius & Friends benefit concert and golf tournament. In addition, Rucker has advocated for over 200 charitable causes supporting public education and junior golf programs in South Carolina through the Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation and serves as a National Chair for the National Museum of African American Music in Nashville, Tenn. Rucker is also an avid sports fan, with his Darius Rucker Collection by Fanatics line of NFL, MLB, NHL and NCAA apparel available via Fanatics.com, and he is part of the Music City Baseball investment group working to bring an MLB team to Tennessee in addition to serving as a partner at the MGC Sports & Entertainment agency.  
 
For more information, visit www.dariusrucker.com and follow on social media @DariusRucker.

VADER - Release New Single 'Unbending (Mystic Festival Anthem 2025)' + Start Preorder For new EP "Humanihility"

Polish death metal veterans VADER have released a music video for a brand new single called 'Unbending', which will be the official anthem of Poland's renowned Mystic Festival this year. It's also the closing track of VADER's upcoming new EP Humanihility that will be out on May 30th, 2025, and can be pre-ordered as of today.

Five years after the much-lauded 12th studio album Solitude In Madness, VADER return with 3 brand-new tracks once again produced by Scott Atkins at Grindstone Studio, UK. Featuring excellent artwork by Marcelo Vasco (Slayer, Testament, Dark Funeral), this EP marks the first recording as a quintet with guitarist Mauser returning to the group and new drummer Michael alongside vocalist/guitarist Peter, bassist Hal and and another long-time member of the band - guitarist Spider.

Humanihility offers scorching new songs that prove to be vicious, thrash-laden anthems perfectly blending old-school thrash with VADER's unique straight-forward fury and neckbreaking tempos. Each of the songs was created by a different band member, giving them a more personal style.

The only physical edition will be a  limited 12'' (red vinyl, 700 copies).

VADER formed back in 1983 and besides releasing classics such as The Ultimate Incantation, De Profundis, Litany (which has its 25th anniversary in 2025) and many more, are the longest active extreme metal band to ever emerge from Europe!

PRE-ORDER / PRE-SAVE HUMANIHILITY:
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WATCH THE VIDEO FOR 'UNBENDING' Below:

Progressive Metal Unit MOTHS Announce New Album 'Septem' Out on August 1st

MOTHS, the Progressive Metal unit from San Juan, Puerto Rico, are excited to announce the release of their upcoming album 'Septem,' due out August 1st. In addition to the announcement, the band has shared the first single from the upcoming album titled "Gluttony." The new single is accompanied by a music video premiering on Metal Injection, and is available to view below.

On the new single, bassist Weslie Negrón shares:

"'Gluttony' is about the seductive nature of overindulgence—the way excess can feel like an endless feast until you realize you’ve lost control. The song invites you into this world of limitless pleasure, where every desire is satisfied, but at a cost. The more you take, the more you need, and before you know it, you're consumed by your own hunger. Jonathan (lead guitar), who wrote the lyrics, wanted each listener to feel like they were the one being tempted, not in some distant or abstract way, but in their own daily lives. Whether it’s food, greed, addiction, or any craving that never seems to be enough, the song puts you in that moment of temptation. The lyrics are meant to feel immersive, like a whispered invitation that slowly pulls you in. There’s a fine line between pleasure and corruption, and this song exists right at that tipping point.”

On the music video, Negrón comments:

"For the music video, we wanted to take a direct and unfiltered approach to visually represent 'Gluttony.' To bring this vision to life, we brought in Drew Storks (Shy, Low), whose work not only captured the essence of the concept but elevated it to the next level. Alongside Ian Garcíaand Kyle Devorroh, they translated the theme into something grotesque and visceral—turning the sin of excess into an unsettling, visual experience."

Watch the Music Video for "Gluttony" below:

MOTHS' upcoming album, 'Septem,' is a visceral journey through the Seven Deadly Sins, with each track embodying a facet of indulgence, obsession, and self-destruction—from the corrosive jealousy of "Envy" to the insatiable hunger of "Gluttony" and the rage of "Wrath." The album plunges listeners into a dark, immersive experience where desire spirals into chaos.

Diving deeper into heavier territory, MOTHS fuse elements of Death and Black Metal with their signature blend of Progressive, Psychedelic, Doom, and Stoner Metal, crafting a sound that’s both aggressive and atmospheric.

'Septem' was recorded in just five days at Romaphonic Studios in Buenos Aires, capturing the raw energy and inspiration of the setting. It also marks the debut of vocalist Mariel Viruet, whose range spans from haunting melodies to visceral screams.

The album was mixed by Walter Chacón (Los Fabulosos Cadillacs) and mastered by Jens Bogren (Opeth, Katatonia, Between the Buried and Me) at Fascination Street Studios in Sweden.

On the album, Weslie Negrón reflects:

"'Septem' is our most ambitious effort to date. From traveling to another country to record it, to the addition of a new vocalist, and creating it all amidst a world in turmoil—it's incredibly rewarding to finally see it out there. This album contains some of my favorite songs we've ever written as a band. You can feel our chemistry in these tracks, how we came together to make them happen, without any boundaries or 'rules' about how songs should be written. It's an intriguing, unpredictable, and unconventional album, one that I'm sure will feel like a fresh sound to everyone who hears it."

Pre-Order 'Septem' HERE

MOTHS will be competing in the Wacken Metal Battle Caribbean on April 26th at La Respuesta in Santurce, Puerto Rico for a chance to compete for a spot in the Wacken Metal Battle finals at this year’s Wacken Open Air in Germany. In addition, MOTHS have announced multiple US appearances, see dates below.

MOTHS Live:

4/26 - Santurce, Puerto Rico @ La Respuesta

8/6 – Philadelphia, PA @ Philamoca

8/7 – Baltimore, MD @ The Depot

8/9 – Somerville, MA @ Somergloom Festival

About MOTHS:

MOTHS is a Progressive Metal band from San Juan, Puerto Rico that refuses to be confined to a single genre. Since their debut in 2018 with 'MOTHS,' followed by a split with The Stone Eyein 2020 and their acclaimed 2022 album 'Space Force,' they have proven to be a constantly evolving force in modern Metal.

But MOTHS is more than just music—it’s a full sensory experience. Their strong artistic direction makes every live performance more than just a show; it's an immersive journey. 'Space Force' put them on the map, earning praise from publications like Guitar World Magazine, Loudwire, Metal Injection, and MetalSucks.

They have shared the stage with bands such as The Ocean Collective, Circus Maximus, and The Well, and in 2023, they brought their unstoppable energy to the U.S. East Coast with The Chrysalis Migration Tour.

MOTHS is a must-listen. With every step forward, they continue to explore new sounds and challenge genre boundaries, proving that music has no limits when driven by passion and innovation.

MOTHS are:

Mariel Viruet – Vocals

Weslie Negrón – Bass

Jonathan Miranda – Lead Guitar

Omar González – Rhythm Guitar

Daniel Figueroa – Drums

"Lost In Light" by TUMBLE

Toronto power trio TUMBLE is set to release their debut EP, Lost In Light, on May 2, 2025, through Echodelick Records (US) and Stickman Records (EU)—a blistering, 20-minute dive into the heart of heavy psychedelic rock and proto-metal. Fueled by thunderous riffs, hypnotic grooves, and an unrelenting live energy, Lost In Light is a bold statement from a band that refuses to hold back.

Recorded live off the floor at ProGold Studios with legendary Ian Blurton at the helm, Lost In Light strips away the polish of modern production in favor of something raw, visceral, and immediate. No click tracks, no unnecessary overdubs—just the sheer force of three musicians locked into a relentless groove. The result is an album that breathes, sways, and explodes with the reckless abandon of a band that thrives on pushing their sound to its breaking point.

The EP opens with "Laid By Fear," an ominous, slow-building behemoth that fades in like a shadow before bursting into a doom-laden, hypnotic riff, setting the tone for the album’s deep dive into existential dread and altered states of consciousness. It’s a song that feels like teetering on the edge of oblivion and loving every second of it.

That tension is broken by "The Less I Know," a full-throttle bluesy psych-rock ripper that channels the reckless abandon of early MC5 and Blue Cheer, with Liam Deak’s wailing guitar soaring over a locked-in rhythm section. It’s an electrified, high-energy burner that feels like an anthem for those who understand that the more you dig for meaning, the less you find.

"Dead By Rumour" follows, leaning hard into 70s sleaze rock swagger, with a chorus that grooves and snarls before a delay-drenched psychedelic solo melts into oblivion. There’s a chaotic energy to it—a band unafraid to let things spiral out of control before yanking the reins back just in time. The cliffhanger solo, the thunderous return to the riff—everything about it feels like riding the edge between mayhem and precision.

Side two kicks off with "Sullen Slaves," a track that fires on all cylinders from the jump, delivering one of the most melodic and rhythmically infectious moments on the EP. The song builds and collapses, a primal stomp giving way to an explosive proto-doom freakout, complete with frenetic solos and a crushing final push. There’s something almost anthemic buried within the chaos—a defiant roar against the trappings of modern society.

Closing out the EP is "Wings Of Gold," an all-out riff-heavy assault that careens forward with unrelenting momentum before descending into a massive, doom-laden instrumental section. The Geezer Butler-esque bass groove gives the song an irresistible swing, while Will Adams' drumming brings the whole thing down like a hammer. The song—both in sound and theme—leans into the myth of Icarus, a warning wrapped in high-octane rock fury. The lyrics paint a world flying too close to the sun, driven by greed and power, doomed to crash and burn.

At its core, Lost In Light is an album built on tension and release, power and restraint, euphoria and destruction. It’s an album that rages against the alienation and existential dread of modern life, captured in five tracks that never let up. Everything here works—the songwriting, the riffs, the dynamics, the sheer force of energy—all channeled through Blurton’s masterful production, which captures the band at their heaviest and most alive.

This is TUMBLE at full power—loud, unpredictable, and unrelenting. A band that thrives in the chaotic interplay between instinct and intention, refusing to be anything but themselves. Lost In Light doesn’t just demand your attention—it grabs you by the collar and drags you into the abyss. And once you’re there, you won’t want to leave.

About TUMBLE:

Formed in Toronto, Canada, in 2022, TUMBLE is a hard-hitting power trio that fuses hard rock, psychedelic rock, and proto-metal into a raw, high-voltage sound that pays homage to the underground heavy rock movement of the late '60s and early '70s. With minimal effects, loud tube amps, and an uncompromising live energy, the band strips rock 'n' roll down to its most primal form—driven by ferocious riffs, dynamic rhythms, and hypnotic grooves.

TUMBLE’s music is as much about feel as it is about power, rejecting the overproduced polish of modern rock in favor of something more organic, untamed, and immediate. Taking cues from bands like BLACK SABBATH, BLUE CHEER, PENTAGRAM, and MC5, they blend blues-infused psychedelia with heavy, swinging riffs and a no-nonsense attitude. All of their recorded material is tracked live off the floor with no click track, allowing for a loose, natural feel and a tangible sense of danger in their performances.

The band consists of Liam Deak on guitar and vocals, Tarun Dawar on bass, and Adam Guerra on drums. Together, they create a sound that is both thunderous and unrestrained, with each instrument pushing the others to their limits. Their chemistry is built on instinct and improvisation, allowing them to craft dynamic and unpredictable performances both in the studio and on stage.

Since their inception, TUMBLE has built a reputation for explosive live shows, sharing the stage with bands like CROWN LANDS, MONSTER TRUCK, and IAN BLURTON'S FUTURE NOW. In just two years, they’ve gone from playing their first gig at the legendary LEE’S PALACE to earning praise from Bobby Liebling of PENTAGRAM for their cover of “Earth Flight.” Their commitment to keeping rock raw and unfiltered has earned them a dedicated following and growing recognition in the underground rock scene.

Their upcoming EP, Lost In Light, recorded with Ian Blurton at PROGOLD STUDIOS, is a testament to the band’s ethos—five tracks of unrelenting, fuzz-drenched rock ‘n’ roll that rage against existential dread, alienation, and self-destruction. Set for release on May 2, 2025, via Echodelick Records (US) and Stickman Records (EU), the record captures TUMBLE at their heaviest and most alive.

This is rock music in its purest form—loud, raw, and completely unhinged. This is TUMBLE.

TUMBLE is:

  • Liam Deak – Guitar/Vocals

  • Tarun Dawar – Bass

  • Adam Guerra – Drums


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Nightfall Lead Beastly Anthem on New Single "Seeking Revenge"

Since rising up from Athens' underground in 1991, Nightfall have stood as pillars for Greek metal alongside current and former Season of Mist label mates Rotting Christ and Septicflesh. 

Like their brothers-in-arms, captain Efthimis Karadimas and his Athenian rebels sculpt towering gothic melodies from fiery blackened death metal. Their monumental eleventh full-length is bolstered by a powerful message and the mightiest production in the band's pantheon-level discography. The latest single from Children of Eve charges into the heat of battle with the same vengeance that fueled their rise, but "Seeking Revenge" is spearheaded by the biggest hell-raising chorus on an album full of crowd-pleasers.          

"We wrote this song in retaliation for the vengeful teachings that the catechism practices on us", Efthimis says. "It seeks revenge for the expelled ones, the traders of anathema, who have the outlandish desire to disobey Christian Svengali".  
   
Watch the searing lyric video for "Seeking Revenge" below:

Children of Eve comes out May 2, 2025 on Season of Mist.

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


Can't wait for the arrival of Children of Eve? You can listen to the whole album tomorrow during Nightfall's Bandcamp listening party.

Nightfall Children of Eve Bandcamp Listening Party

Thursday, April 17 @ 1 pm Eastern Time / 7 pm Central European Summer Time

RSVP
https://nightfallofficial.bandcamp.com/live/children-of-eve-listening-party

During Nightfall's most recent hiatus, Efthimis was diagnosed with depression. Now, he wears a black mask to cover half of his face, symbolizing what it's like to live under the invisible veil of mental illness. "When you have demons in your mind, you're not always an ideal companion", he admits. "That stigma can lead to isolation".
 
Now, Nightfall are encouraging fellow metalheads to speak up. The band have launched a new initiative called Metal Music Against Depression (MMaD), which is supported by European Alliance Against Depression in Germany. "We can talk about this. We can sing about it. We can build a community that's based on understanding", Efthimis says.
 
With Children of Eve, Nightfall return from the shadows to unite blackened souls everywhere with their darkest and most epic creation yet. 

Line-up:
Efthimis Karadimas - Vocals
Kostas Kyriakopoulos - Guitars
Vasiliki Biza - Bass
Fotis Benardo - Drums

Recording Credits:
Recorded at Devasoundz Studios, Athens, Greece
Produced by Efthimis Karadimas with Fotis Benardo & Thimios Krikos
Engineered by Fotis Benardo & Thimios Krikos
Mixed & Mastered by Jacob Hansen at Hansen Studios, Ribe, Denmark

Production Credits:
Produced by Efthimis Karadimas & Engineered by Fotis Benardo
Mixed & Mastered in Hansen Studios, Denmark by Jacob Hansen

Cover Art:
Eliran Kantor

Art Concept: 
Efthimis Karadimas

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


Follow Nightfall:
Official Website: http://www.nightfall.gr/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nightfallband/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NIGHTFALL_band
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nightfallband/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4W0Vom1cl6o3UCq8tTfRHV
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/nightfall/1369568685
Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/76457
TIDAL: https://tidal.com/browse/artist/3521048
Bandcamp: https://nightfallofficial.bandcamp.com/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nightfallband_gr

Booking Contact:
District 19
https://district-19.com/

Available Formats:
Digital Download
CD Digipak
12" Vinyl Gatefold - Black
12" Colored Vinyl Gatefold - Bloody Mary (Transparent red, white and black marbeled)
12" Coloured Vinyl Gatefold - Lemon Ice Cream (White and yellow marbeled)

IN THEORY COLLABORATES WITH GUITAR GREAT ERIC GALES ON ROUSING RENDITION OF THE LED ZEPPELIN CLASSIC “SINCE I’VE BEEN LOVING YOU”

In Theory is not your average rock band; they are a powerhouse of sound, emotion, and creativity, redefining the boundaries of the genre with their unique and electrifying sound. Hailing from diverse musical backgrounds, this dynamic group of talented players has come together to forge a path that is distinctly their own. Formed in the heart of a bustling music scene, bringing together a group of talented individuals who shared a passion for pushing the limits of rock music. Their journey began in Muscle Shoals where they honed their craft, and their chemistry as a band quickly became evident.

Now, In Theory have just released their new single “Since I've Been Loving You,” with special guest Eric Gales in tribute to one the greatest rock bands - Led Zeppelin. The single is powerful, emotional collaboration with guitar legend Eric Gales and Mike Mostert bringing down the house. This exciting dramatic version showcases the incredible vocalist Tony Covino, along with a special all-star cast of Glen Sobel-Drums (Alice Cooper/ Hollywood Vampires/ Motley Crue), Jimbo Hart- Bass (Jason Isbell), and Clayton Ivey- Keys (Swamper/Fame Gang). As Mostert states, “We created a unique dark, dramatic version of a classic with tension, passion which takes the  listener through an emotional journey that transcends the body and soul”.

Listen below:

The song landed on both the New In Rock and Breaking Hard Rock playlists on Apple Music and the Gibson Guitar Rock playlist. Covino continues his thoughts on the track, “A passionate remake of a classic song for the modern era filled with blazing guitars from two powerhouse players. 10 out of 10!". Sobel, comments, “Mike and In Theory know how to take classic rock and infuse it with a modern edge. Creating something sounding both familiar and fresh at the same time. It was a pleasure to work with them!”. Lastly, Gales adds, “I am very proud and honored to be a guest on this rendition of such a legendary song, done by my guy Mike Mostert. Great playing all the way around. Love it. “

You can get a Limited Edition CD Single Bundle (100 copies) with the bonus track "Raise Me Up" and insert signed by both Mike Mostert and Tony Covino while supplies last here: https://bit.ly/InTheoryBand

BUNDLE INCLUDES:
1-CD Single featuring Eric Gales
1-Melanie Watts Artwork signed by Mike Mostert & Tony Covino
5-Guitar Picks

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GRAVEYARD - Team Up With GOAT To Release Collaborative Single 'Ship Of Fools'

Swedish rock veterans GRAVEYARD have teamed up with their long time friends GOAT to release a double A-side collaborative 7'' for record store day. While the first track 'Light As A Feather' had its digital premiere earlier this month, today sees the digital release of its counter part, 'Ship Of Fools'.

Both bands blend their sounds into a twin toke of sweat and singe. Born out of a history of house jams at GOAT HQ, the single unwinds GRAVEYARD's more meticulous nature. 'Ship of Fools' unleashes a tsunami of sound, guitars barreling down on the listener with ill intent. The wave crests and quenches, though, leaning into the soul-soaked direction of GRAVEYARD's latest album, 6. Head to head the bands dig towards a stadium sound that’s still slicked with the swagger of the ‘70s, but rolled in more of GRAVEYARD's grandeur than GOAT’s eclectic grit.

The flip side lights up the speakers, less dense than anything either band has hooked into for some time. The jammy approach that inspired the session pays off throughout 'Light as a Feather', soaking up prime-period Stones if they’d aimed for the heart of the sun with Father Yod in the driver’s seat. Sloughing off the shackles of verse/chorus/verse structure, the song picks up mid-ecstatic peak, the listener already in thrall to the groove, simmering in the sway-along harmonies before an acid-butter burner of a solo sends the whole thing rippling out into the cosmos.

STREAM 'SHIP OF FOOLS':
https://graveyard.bfan.link/ship-of-fools

Chicago's PUSH PUPPETS present ‘Similar’, definitive preview of their fourth album

Chicago-based indie pop-rock outfit Push Puppets presents their new single ’Similar’, the third single from their fourth long-play album 'Tethered Together', out May 16 via Flowering Tree Music and produced by Doug McBride (Smashing Pumpkins, Veruca Salt, Silversun Pickups, Cheap Trick). A favorite at the band’s live shows, this recording captures that energy with a little elegance on top.

The release of ‘Similar’ is accompanied by a vibrant new video, produced by Scott Thiele and Sebastian Gonzales with editing and animation by Metamorse Studio, which features eye-popping animations of DNA, brain synapses, x-rays, fireworks and other imagery that support the lyrics.

Push Puppets is the creative outlet for singer-songwriter and guitarist Erich Specht. The five-piece creates songs with earworm melodies and shiny production that belie often bittersweet sentiments. Specht (lead vocals, guitar) is joined by a core of Steve Frisbie(backup vocals, guitar), Kyle Magnusson (keyboards), John William Lauler (bass) and Greg Essig (drums). They earlier released the lead tracks 'All Together On 3' and  'This Whole Endeavor'.

On this song, they are joined by a string quartet, comprised of Stephanie “Sly” Youngon violin, Katherine Andrick on viola, Molly Rife on cello and Kelly Jozwiak on violin (note: Janis Sakai performs in the audio recording).

On ‘Similar’, Push Puppets come out swinging like arena rockers with a wall of backup harmonies and strings, as Erich sings about the commonalities among us in driving, anthemic style. With The Who’s influence apparent during the violin solo over an intricate synth sequence, this song ends with a head-bobbing hook with handclaps, driving home the title.

The 'Tethered Together' album is graced with impeccable songwriting that shines with lush harmonies, angular guitars, dramatic keyboards and strings backed by a rhythm section that smokes. Erich Specht muses on relationships and loss, as well as the weight and joy of life, in a manner that is poetic and seems effortless, his lyrics fitting to the melody like pieces of a puzzle. Wearing his vulnerabilities like a badge of honor, this music takes us on a journey to unexpected places.

As of April 16, 'Similar' is available from fine digital platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. The 'Tethered Together' album, now available for pre-order, will be released digitally and on CD on May 16. Push Puppets will hold their album release show at Robert's Westside in Forest Park, IL on May 30.

SINGLE CREDITS
Lyrics & music by Erich Specht (ASCAP)
Produced by Doug McBride and Erich Specht
Mixed & mastered by Doug McBride at Gravity Studios
Recorded in Chicago at Gravity Studios and Erich Specht's home studio
Erich Specht – lead vocals, guitars, string arrangements
Steve Frisbie – backup vocals, guitar
Kyle Magnusson – keyboards
John William Lauler – bass
Greg Essig - drums
Stephanie “Sly” Young – violin
Janis Sakai – violin
Katherine Andrick – viola
Molly Rife – cello
Cover artwork by Crow Prints
Released & published by Flowering Tree Music (ASCAP)
Video produced by Scott Thiele and Sebastian Gonzales
with editing and animation by Metamorse Studio
Artist studio photos by Gintas Zaranka
Artist live photos by Gabi Bucataru
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR 

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JUDAS PRIEST AND ALICE COOPER UNITE FOR CO-HEADLINING FALL TOUR

This fall, shock rock legend Alice Cooper and heavy metal trailblazers Judas Priest will share the stage for an epic co-headlining tour across North America. Produced by Live Nation, the 22-city run kicks off September 16 at Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi, MS, and stops in Toronto, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and more before wrapping October 26 at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands, TX.

Coming off the second leg of their Invincible Shield Tour and the release of their celebrated 19th studio album, Judas Priest remains a dominant force in metal. Meanwhile, Alice Cooper, the godfather of theatrical rock, wraps up his "Too Close For Comfort" tour this summer, promoting his most recent "Road" album, and will have an as-yet-unnamed all-new show for this tour. Corrosion of Conformity will join as support on select dates. 

TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting Wednesday, April 16 at 10AM local time with Artist Presales. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, April 18 at 10AM local time at LiveNation.com.

TOUR DATES: 

Tue Sep 16 – Biloxi, MS – Mississippi Coast Coliseum

Thu Sep 18 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre*

Sat Sep 20 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion

Sun Sep 21 – Franklin, TN – FirstBank Amphitheater

Wed Sep 24 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater

Fri Sep 26 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center

Sat Sep 27 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Broadview Stage at SPAC

Mon Sep 29 – Toronto, ON – Budweiser Stage

Wed Oct 01 – Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake

Thu Oct 02 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre

Sat Oct 04 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center

Sun Oct 05 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre

Fri Oct 10 – Colorado Springs, CO – Broadmoor World Arena

Sun Oct 12 – Salt Lake City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre

Tue Oct 14 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre

Wed Oct 15 – Wheatland, CA – Toyota Amphitheatre

Sat Oct 18 – Chula Vista, CA – North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre

Sun Oct 19 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum

Wed Oct 22 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre

Thu Oct 23 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater

Sat Oct 25 – Austin, TX – Germania Insurance Amphitheater

Sun Oct 26 – Houston, TX – The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

 

*Without support from Corrosion of Conformity 

 

ABOUT ALICE COOPER 

Alice Cooper is widely recognized as the godfather of shock rock, combining horror theatrics with classic hard rock anthems. With a career spanning over five decades, he continues to tour globally, delivering elaborate stage shows that defy expectations. From Love It to Death to Detroit Stories, Cooper’s influence on rock, film, and culture remains unmatched.

 

ABOUT JUDAS PRIEST 

Judas Priest, hailing from Birmingham, England, has been at the forefront of heavy metal for over 50 years. With iconic albums like British Steel, Screaming for Vengeance, and their newest release Invincible Shield, the band’s legacy is cemented by their Hall of Fame induction and unparalleled live performances.

French Post-Metal Collective Year of No Light Announce New Album Out 5/23 and Stream Excerpt Single

French post-metal collective Year of No Light return with their highly unique, evocative live album Les Maîtres Fous, to be released May 23 via the esteemed Pelagic Records.
 
Haunting, discordant and deeply unsettling, Les Maîtres Fous ("The Mad Masters") was written by the group in response to French filmmaker Jean Rouch's controversial 1950s docufiction of the same name.
 
Captured live in 2015, this arresting piece of music is now available to hear for the first time in a decade.

To acknowledge the album announcement, the group have streamed an excerpt from the album. Listen below.

Pre-order Les Maîtres Fous here.

Commissioned by Musée Du Quai Branly in Paris for their 2012 "L'nvention Du Sauvage" exhibition, Year of No Light approached the ritual practices of the Hauka movement as depicted in the original film and responded with their uniquely hypnotic heaviness.
 
Performed only twice, once at the exhibition on January 6, 2012 and again in Bordeaux on January 29, 2015, this release is a live recording of the second and final performance of Les Maîtres Fous. Whilst Year of No Light have a long history of collaboration with forward-thinking filmmakers and visual artists, the sensitivity of this documentary's problematic subject matter and the intensity of the band's performance made this performance both a physically and emotionally demanding experience; something that can be keenly felt upon listening.

Founded in September 2001 by a collection of Bordeaux's heavy scene stalwarts as an ongoing side project encompassing elements of sludge metal and shoegaze, Year of No Light released their debut album, Nord, in 2006 to critical acclaim. The subsequent years, however, saw a significant lineup change, with the band replacing their vocalist with a third guitarist to become a fully instrumental sextet, incorporating aspects of black metal, drone electronica, and dark ambient into their already formidable sound.
 
2010's four-track epic Ausserwelt and the 2013 followup Tocsin saw Year of No Light distilling their punishing sound even further; stalling the tempo to a glacial crawl and tuning guitars ever downwards to new uncharted depths. Consolamentum, the band's first full-length release in nine years and their first with Pelagic Records, brought the outfit's crushing double-drumming percussion to the fore — as a masterclass in dynamic control saw Year of No Light embrace the highest highs and the lowest lows of the intervening years.
 
Now approaching their 25th anniversary, Les Maître Fous is a pressing reminder that, despite the band's long and ongoing journey, Year of No Light have never been afraid to experiment, to take risks, to square up to life's ugliness and look it straight in the eye.

YEAR OF NO LIGHT ARE:
Bertrand Sebenne
Shiran Kaidine
Mathieu Megemont
Pierre Anouilh
Johan Sebenne
Jerome Alban

Rockumentary on Former Megadeth Drummer Nick Menza Gets a Headbangin’ New Jersey Premiere with Q&A! ​  

After a triumphant West Coast screening in California last week, BayView Entertainment in association with Screaming Butterfly Entertainment and Ellefson Films is thrilled to announce the second showing in its bi-coastal theatrical premiere of This Was My Life: Nick Menza’s Metal Memories with Megadeth and Beyond. 

 

The much-anticipated Nick Menza documentary film is set to thrill music fans in Hawthorne, NJ this Thursday, April 17th at 7PM.

 

In attendance will be Megadeth co-founder and former member, David Ellefson; and the film’s director, Holly Grayson. The audience will be treated to an introduction and a Q&A session after the screening. Participants are tentatively scheduled to appear and subject to change pending any unforeseen circumstances. 

 

Speaking on the California premiere, Grayson declared it, “incredible” and thanked everyone involved for making it “such a success.” Ellefson added that he found the sold-out event “absolutely fantastic… and the film very emotional.” 

The film provides an intimate look into a life dedicated to music. Culled from Menza’s

personal and private VHS tape collection, photos, and audio files, it’s a deep dive into

unreleased drum tracks, concert and studio footage, candid glimpses backstage and on

the tour bus, and interviews with family, friends, fans, and colleagues.

  

“We are thrilled to bring this screening to local music fans. The Tri-State area has always

been metal-friendly,” says BayView Entertainment VP of Acquisitions, Peter Castro. 

 

Tickets can be purchased now via EventBrite at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/this-was-my-life-east-coast-premiere-hawthorne-theatre-tickets-1255857727269  

 

Following a limited theatrical run in selected U.S. markets, it will also be available for

digital streaming and on physical media in a special Collector’s Edition Blu-Ray. 

 

WATCH the trailer:

For more information on the event please visit:

http://www.thiswasmylifefilm.com/

 

About BayView Entertainment, LLC

BayView Entertainment, LLC is a leading independent distributor of feature films, fitness, and special-interest content. With hit narrative films Skinamarink and Robot Monster, plus legendary documentaries On Any Sunday and The Endless Summerleading the way, BayView is one of the fastest-growing names in the field.

Incorporating catalogs from Monterey Media, Summer Hill, Mutiny Pictures, VIPCO, and others, BayView is positioned to expand even further in years to come. BayView's programs are available on the major streaming sites around the world plus DVD and Blu-ray. 

Reverya - 'Affliction In Bloom'

REVERYA is a mystical trio hailing from Tampa, Florida, whose sound drifts between the ethereal and thunderous. After the haunting debut EP Melinoe, they unveil their first full-length opus, Affliction In Bloom, set for CD release on October 24th, 2025.

This album is no ordinary collection of songs—it's a conceptual garden where each track blossoms as a distinct flower, embodying the trials and tenderness of human suffering. With titles drawn from nature’s poetry, each bloom holds symbolic weight, weaving an emotional tapestry meant to be experienced in full—start to finish, petal to petal.

The journey begins in stillness with "Allium", a soft, meditative prelude that eases listeners into the dreamy tendrils of "Wisteria".

"Allium" opens like a whispered incantation—two minutes of delicate acoustic reverie, drifting gently until faint, ethereal vocals rise like mist. The allium flower, symbolizing light and fortune, offers a soft blessing for the journey ahead. Rooted in garlic, it wards off darkness, setting the tone for the album's unfolding.

"Wisteria", one of REVERYA's earliest creations, bloomed even before the band fully formed. Born from political frustration, it reflects the dangerous allure of unchecked power. Like the Wisteria vine—beautiful yet poisonous—the song serves as a haunting reminder of the consequences of ignoring power’s dark side.

The album ignites with "Pyrophyte", a fiery counterpart to "Wisteria". With relentless screams, it mirrors escalating fury in the face of a corrupt, power-hungry world. Addressing global struggles, the song touches on war, division, and the uncertain future for younger generations. As chaos builds, a powerful, defiant singalong bursts forth, reminding us that we endure even through the fire. The title "Pyrophyte", referring to a plant that thrives in fire, symbolically connects to humanity’s resilience.

"Forget Me Not" follows, a tender exploration of the emotional weight in deciding whether to bring a child into this world of uncertainty reflected in predecessors, "Wisteria" and "Pyrophyte". Its soft piano and strings give way to raw vocals, capturing perhaps the most vulnerable moment on the record. The lyrics explore the anguish and desperation of parents watching their children suffer through internal and/or external struggles in such an evil and confusing world. Tender words cradled softly in warm blankets of orchestra and piano, cushioned with guitar chugs, and carried by luscious drums grooves.  The chorus poignantly illustrates the anguish of making such a choice, intertwined in a desperate apology leaving the listener to ponder over the only solo featured on the album. The nursery door is closed but never forgotten with a callback to the chorus played softly on a child's toy music box.

"Dahlia", the final flower to bloom, was crafted swiftly and naturally by the trio. Partially inspired by the Black Dahlia murder, the song reflects betrayal and emotional disintegration. A fitting partner to "Forget Me Not", the track captures the dark beauty of the flower—both musically and visually—marking a shift in tone with thall influences. "Dahlia" and "Forget Me Not" serve as emotional companions, validating pain within.

The final act unfolds like the setting sun—"Lily" acts as a delicate interlude, bridging "Dahlia" and "Asphodel". Using a reimagined piano part from "Asphodel", it drifts into an ethereal, somber atmosphere. Its simplicity is carried by lyrical motifs, referencing the journey so far while foreshadowing the final chapters. The white lily, traditional for funerals, symbolizes the album’s reflection on grief and loss.

"Lily" acts as a delicate interlude, bridging "Dahlia" and "Asphodel". Using a reimagined piano part from "Asphodel", it drifts into an ethereal, somber atmosphere. Its simplicity is carried by lyrical motifs, referencing the journey so far while foreshadowing the final chapters. The white lily, traditional in funerals, symbolizes the album’s reflection on grief.

"Asphodel" began with an instrumental foundation crafted by Travis and Kaleb, then later tailored to honor a loved one who suffered a stroke due to a brain tumor, leaving them paralyzed with no memory or chance of returning to their previous self, only to breathe unconsciously completely dependent on life support. The gut-wrenching decision to set them free with a prayer for a peaceful afterlife inspired the lyrics and atmospheric soundscapes. We journey through the stages of grief in this song with a soft verse, a pre-chorus and breakdown filled with angry desperation, bursting into the song's powerful and sentimental chorus, leading into a healing and hopeful singalong outro. In Greek Mythology, souls who have passed must wipe their memory by drinking from the River of Lethe, before they are peacefully transitioned to the Asphodel Fields where they experience a peaceful, eternal afterlife.

"Magnolia" is a heartfelt tribute to a grandmother who passed away during the pandemic. The song began with the lyrics alone as just a poem or letter for her, acting as an answer to a recording of her urging her grandchildren to spend time learning her language, Arabic, as well as confessing the happiness she felt being with her grandchildren despite the far distance. The scent of the Magnolia flower is that of her perfume which evokes early childhood moments spent together. Through fear, aggression, hope, harmony, heartbreak, grief, and more, this soft, sentimental track is a perfect send off to bring this journey to a close.

Affliction In Bloom is not just an album but a timeless voyage—an invitation to feel deeply, to hurt and heal, and to find meaning in both bloom and decay. It is deeply personal yet universal, an elegy, a wish, and a love letter wrapped in petals and pain.

REVERYA is:

  • Nadine  (Vocals/Keys)

  • Travis (Guitars)

  • Kaleb (Drums)


Album Credits:

  • Producer: Logan Clough, Justin Gregorio

  • Recording Studio: Creative Cult Recordings, Vanta Co Recordings

  • Engineer: Logan Clough

  • Mastering: Logan Clough

  • Mixing: Logan Clough

Album Cover Artist: Nadine

About REVERYA:

REVERYA is a Tampa-based progressive metal trio conjuring cinematic heaviness with adeeply introspective core. Formed in 2022, the band consists of Nadine(vocals/keys), Travis (guitars), and Kaleb (drums)—a powerhouse lineup blendingatmospheric textures, groove-heavy riffs, and emotionally charged vocals todeliver a genre-bending experience.

Drawing sonic inspiration from SPIRITBOX, JINJER, PERIPHERY, INVENT ANIMATE, and EVANESCENCE, REVERYA has carved a distinct space for themselves through a fusion of modern metal with ethereal soundscapes and haunting melodies. Their lyrics dive into surreal dream states, the complexities of emotion, and the connection between nature and the human psyche.

Their debut EP, Melinoe (2023), introduced the band’s affinity for myth and meaning, while their 2024 full-length album, Affliction In Bloom, pushed their artistry to new heights. Accompanied by visually striking music videos for "Wisteria" and "Dahlia," the band has continued to build are putation for immersive storytelling across both audio and visual mediums.

Frontwoman Nadine has also made waves outside the band, featuring on tracks like "A Living Burden" by HOLLOWBROOK and "Disconnect" by SPIRITUAL CHAOS, further showcasing her vocal versatility and reach within the heavy music scene.

Embarking on their first tour in July 2025, REVERYA is poised to bring their deeply emotive, crushingly beautiful sound to stages across the country—and soon, the world.

NEVEN Eyewear Founder & Fit For An Autopsy Guitarist Launch SIGHT FOR SOUND Initiative

Touring is a grind. Long drives, little sleep, and gruelling schedules. For many musicians and crew, it also means no health care and no vision coverage. That’s why independent brand NEVEN Eyewear has launched Sight for Sound a new initiative providing free glasses - prescription, non-prescription, eyeglasses or sunglasses from their collection of 66 different frame styles, and 6 different lens colors -  to U.S.-based touring musicians and crew. No catch. No red tape. Just support from people who’ve lived it.

If you’re a U.S.-based touring or music industry professional and work on 75+ shows per year, you’re eligible. Just head to neveneyewear.com, choose the pair you want, then submit your request via the very simple form HERE. Once approved, you’ll receive your free pair, shipped with no strings, no red tape and zero hassle. Those who meet the criteria but are not US-based can apply for non-prescription glasses or sunglasses but are not eligible for prescription glasses at this time. 

The program is created by company founder Jonathan Strauss and Pat Sheridan, one of the founding members and guitarist for Fit For An Autopsy and NEVEN’s Director of Partnerships. Born out of the passion and authenticity of the NJHC scene, NEVEN isn’t a corporate eyewear brand playing dress-up in band shirts. It was built by lifers—for lifers. Strauss and Sheridan grew up in the scene, attending shows and playing in their respective bands, whilst everyone around them hustled to make their dreams a reality with no access to healthcare. Sight for Sound is their way of giving back.

“A lot of people think musicians or people in the industry are living the dream, but what they don’t see is the reality behind the scenes — no health care, no safety net. And when a tour ends, the realities of life kick in fast.:” Says Strauss “We started Sight for Sound because we wanted to change that, even in a small way. This is the least we can do — to support a community that often gets overlooked once the lights go down.”

“Our Sight for Sound program is life-changing for musicians and crew members,” adds Sheridan. “I’ve been in the Extreme Music Scene since the 90s, and vision has never been addressed before. Musicians aren’t offered a 401K plan, health insurance or vision benefits. It’s an honor to save music industry professionals thousands of dollars a year.”

NEVEN eyewear prescriptions are fulfilled in partnership with Robertson Optical Laboratories, the largest independent optical wholesaler in the U.S. and every pair is covered by NEVEN’s Everlast Guarantee: if they’re lost, broken, or stolen, they’ll be replaced—no questions asked.

NEVEN Eyewear embodies the same passion, determination and DIY ethos as the culture that has shaped its founder. Strauss started the brand with his wife, in the bedroom that would become their daughter’s nursery hand packing orders. Since then, NEVEN has grown to a $30 million-a-year brand, shipping millions of pairs of glasses whilst always staying true to its core: make durable, affordable, and good-looking eyewear for real people. 

Their frames are inspired by life on the road. Look closely, and you’ll find the brand’s signature three tildes (~~~) etched into every pair, symbolizing air, land, and sea—wherever the road takes you.

“Metal fans can smell bullshit from a mile away,” says Strauss. “NEVEN doesn’t fake it. We’re not some polished, corporate eyewear brand trying to be edgy. We’re real people who built this brand from the ground up, with grit, heart, and a DIY mentality that mirrors the energy of the scene.

With artist collaborations from names like Zach Johnson (The Ghost Inside), Tanner Wayne (In Flames), Gary Holt (Exodus/Slayer),Tony Foresta (Municipal Waste), and Phil Sgrosso (Saosin), NEVEN is already a trusted name in the heavy music world. Sight for Sound is their next step in building something even bigger and giving back to the community that shaped them.

ABOUT NEVEN

NEVEN Eyewear was born from a moment of frustration—a lost pair of expensive sunglasses during a jet ski ride—and built with a mission to make high quality, functional and stylish sunglasses, prescription eyewear, blue light glasses and accessories that are both durable and affordable. Customers can choose from, 594 design options within the NEVEN Eyewear collection. The line features 66 different frame styles, and 6 different lens colors: clear, black, brown, coastal blue, rose-pink and silver. 

Inspired by the palindrome "Never Odd Or Even," it is based on a mission to encourage customers to explore new horizons, no matter how they get there.” NEVEN Eyewear is based in Melbourne, Florida. Today, they have shipped millions of glasses, their growth being fueled by authenticity and customer loyalty -  not hype.

NEVEN blends design, and purpose to serve real people with real lives. Millions of glasses later, the brand remains committed to the same values: no BS, no pretension, and no compromise on quality.

Cryptopsy Announce New Album 'An Insatiable Violence'

A person spends all day building a machine, only for it to torture them at night. As if this thought wasn't malicious enough, they enjoy it. In fact, they enjoy being tortured so much that, come morning, they wake up rejuvenated, eager to tweak their creation until it runs perfectly in their mind. 

This is the waking nightmare that inspired the upcoming ninth full-length album from Cryptopsy. "The concept for our new album came to me in a dream. When I woke up, I immediately wrote the title down on my phone", vocalist Matt McGachy says before adding, "Because, you know, we all have to have our phones with us all the time".  

While an eerie mirror image of society's latest brain rotting obsession, An Insatiable Violence is influenced by the many mutations that have come to define Cryptopsy's Hall of Fame discography. On their new album, the JUNO Award winners continue to push death metal to even more blasphemous extremes. While near bursting with the band's brutal technique, lead single "Until There's Nothing Left" stakes its claim as their biggest, most vile earworm.

Watch the nightmarish video for "Until There's Nothing Left" below.

An Insatiable Violence comes out June 20 on Season of Mist.

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"Until There's Nothing Left" holds nothing back. Just as quickly as the video's star takes the band's trusted bait, Cryptopsy lock him inside their freshly fleshed-out house of horror.

"Your greed for pleasure is too vast", McGachy utters with bottomless disdain thanks to his newly deepened death growls. Christian Donaldson reels through brutal chugs while Oli Pinard snaps off not one but two gruesome bass-slapping solos. After 30+ years behind Cryptopsy's drum throne, Flo Mounier continues to keep the band on the tips of their horned toes. With devilish ease, he slits between blinding fills, relentless double bass and punishingly precise blast beats without ever leaving the pocket. 

"Since our last album, I've developed new techniques that make it easier for us to go even faster", says Mounier, who literally wrote the book on extreme metal drumming. "An Insatiable Violence is a nice melting pot of Cryptopsy's old and new eras".

The first taste of their upcoming album does smack you around before springing into a commanding groove. But even though the band's last album won the JUNO Award for Metal / Hard Music Album just a little more than a year ago, Cryptopsy weren't content with reaping their rewards. Writing for An Insatiable Violence began in earnest last spring, while they were touring North America with Death to All. Working from the road was new for them. And while not without bumps, playing 140 shows over the past 15 months gave them a clear sense of direction once the time came to hit Donaldson's studio.   

"As Gomorrah Burns was a stepping stone for our new album", McGachy says. "We took what we enjoyed about the last album and focused on expanding it for a live setting. We wanted this album to be more groovy so that people can really latch onto these songs when we play them live".

With its headbanger of a chorus, "Until There's Nothing Left" will no doubt fill the pit when Cryptopsy tours Europe next month with Decapitated. The band's signature fishhook riff wriggles deep into the grooves in your brain beneath bat-like shrieks. "And as you now can clearly see / You're totally mine". Of course, the song wouldn't represent peak Cryptopsy if it wasn't filled with a more insidious message. Its sinister story of an online predator feeds into the album's larger cautionary tale.

"An Insatiable Violence reflects our toxic relationship with social media", explains McGachy, who's been feeling the effects since starting his podcast Vox & Hops. "I'm trying to break the cycle, but on those days where I'm just doom scrolling, I get so depressed. The fallacy of Internet stardom is just a dopamine trap that crushes our spirits".    

Cryptopsy know not every brutal technical death metal band is on the upswing nine albums into their career. The cover art for An Insatiable Violence pays tribute to their late, great vocalist Martin Lacroix. 

"Martin did None So Live, but he never really got to do a proper album", the band says. "His art is amazing. The two pieces of his that we used for An Insatiable Violence are incredible. His family was super excited about it, too. We are honored to have him be an even bigger part of Cryptopsy's lore".

The video for "Until There's Nothing Left" was written and directed by Christopher Kells.

Additional video credits
Photography directed by Graham Guertin
Lighting by Giuseppe Calvinisti
Casting by Giuseppe Valvinisti and Viky Boyer
Location selected by Manoir Blackswan
Main Actor - Nicolas Raspail
Extras - Viky Boyer, Dominic Abate, Jason Greenberg, Liz Imperiale, Jeff Mott, Ardaeth, Gabriel Bernier, Tania Hébert, Misha Standjofski, Gabriel Rondeque-parent

"Europe, get ready!", Cryptopsy says. "With over 30 dates across the continent, this tour promises relentless energy, crushing riffs and unforgettable nights"

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Metalheads who are chomping at the bit for An Insatiable Violence can further their appetite by revisiting Cryptopsy's hallowed catalogue. Since signing with Season of Mist in 2024, the band have reissued their 1993 demo Ungentle Exhumation, the widely-worshiped None So Vile, their triumphant self-titled and The Book of Suffering Tome I + II, which is now available for the first time on one combined LP.    

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Cryptopsy recognize that not every death metal band sticks around long enough to win a Canadian Grammy 30 years into their career. The cover art for An Insatiable Violence was created by the late, great vocalist Martin Lacroix.  "The album artwork has got to be one of the most important things to us!”, the band says. “Martin Lacroix was one of our vocalists, one of our great friends and one of the nicest people that anyone could have the privilege to meet. We really wish he was here with us to share this moment. His perfect smile would say it all! Rest in peace brother".

With Cryptopsy’s latest career renaissance showing no signs of slowing down, the recent accolades are only the beginning. An Insatiable Violence reaches a new peak in a career loaded with them.

Lineup 
Flo Mounier - Drums
Matt McGachy - Vocals
Christian Donaldson - Guitar
Oli Pinard - Bass

Recording, Mixing & Mastering Studio
Christian Donaldson’s Studio

Production, Sound & Mixing Engineer
Christian Donaldson

Guest Musicians
Mike DiSalvo performs vocals on "Embrace the Nihility"

Cover Art
Martin Lacroix

Photography
Maciej Pieloch

Biography
Adrien Begrand

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USA - Continental Touring

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Europe - Avocado Booking
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MICHAEL SCHENKER RECRUITS DEREK SHERINIAN TO TOUR JAPAN

Michael Schenker has invited keyboardist Derek Sherinian to tour Japan with him in January, including a show at the legendary Budokan.

 

In 2021, Michael Schenker invited Sherinian to guest on his album "Immortal" album on the opening song "Drilled To Kill". Schenker said of Sherinian, "Derek and myself trading solos, it sounds unexpected and beyond my expectation." "Absolutely fantastic!" In 2022, Schenker returned the favor by guesting on Sherinian's Vortex album on the song "Die Kobra". In 2024, Sherinian appeared on Schenker's My Years With UFO album.

 

Sherinian was also recently named “Best Keyboardist” in Japan’s BURRN! Magazine 2022 Readers Poll (an award he also received previously, in 2020). Derek was also voted “Greatest Keyboardist of the 21st Century” and  #8 “Greatest of All Time” by MusicRadar.com, and also was ranked #9 “Greatest of All Time” in PROG Magazine.  

 

Sherinian has distinguished himself by his versatility, and aggressive "guitaristic" approach to his signature keyboard style. MusicRadar.com declared, "His virtuoso playing has seen him dubbed the keyboard-playing version of Eddie Van Halen." David Coverdale claims that “Derek plays the Hammond organ like the son of Jon Lord.”

 

Starting his pro career with Alice Cooper in 1989 on the “Trashes the World” world tour, Sherinian proceeded to tour and record with KISS, Dream Theater, Yngwie Malmsteen, Billy Idol  and Whitesnake. He has also released nine solo albums, and was the co-founder of Planet X,  Sons of Apollo, and supergroup Black Country Communion (also featuring Joe Bonamassa, Glenn Hughes, and Jason Bonham).