Silly Goose Announce "Keys to the City" Album + Share Double Single

Buzzy rap x rock wunderkinds Silly Goose are back with an album full of ragers and party jams. As is always the case with the Goose, they don't simply crash the party. They take over the party.

Today, the band has announced that its new album Keys to the City will arrive on October 10 via Blue Grape Music. Pre-order it here.

They are also dropping not one but two singles because why not? They've shared the title track and "Now Dance." Listen here.

Watch the video for "Keys to the City," co-directed by Jackson Foster and Tyler Horner in the band's beloved home city of the ATL, below.

"Sometimes you just have to take what's yours," the band says about the title track. "It's a shame that the local government of Atlanta hasn't given Silly G the keys to the city."

Hey, powers-that-be in the ATL! Are you listening? 

Silly Goose are touring through 2025, supporting Landmvrks this fall. They will appear at Long Beach Warped Tour the weekend of July 26 and 27 and at Lollapalooza on July 31.

SILLY GOOSE ON TOUR:
WITH LANDMVRKS, THORNHILL, + RESOLVE:

9/14 — Montreal, QC — Mtelus
9/15 — Worcester, MA — The Palladium 
9/16 — New York, NY — Irving Plaza
9/18 — Louisville, KY — Louder Than Life
9/19 — Madison, WI — Majestic Theatre 
9/20 — Chicago, IL — House of Blues 
9/21 — Minneapolis, MN — The Lyric at Skyway 
9/23 — Denver, CO — The Summit 
9/24 — Salt Lake City, UT — Metro Music Hall 
9/26 — Calgary, AB — The Palace Theatre 
9/27 — Edmonton, AB — Union Hall 
9/29 — Vancouver, BC — Hollywood Theatre 
9/30 — Portland, OR — Hawthorne Theatre 
10/1 — Seattle, WA — Neptune Theatre 
10/3 — Sacramento, CA — Aftershock 
10/4 — Los Angeles, CA — The Regent 
10/5 — Mesa, AZ — The Nile Theatre
10/7 — Dallas, TX — The Studio at the Factory 
10/9 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade 
10/10 — Nashville, TN — The Basement East 
10/11 — Detroit, MI — Saint Andrew's Hall 
10/12 — Toronto, ON — The Opera House 

Lee Brice Kicks Off Las Vegas Songwriters Festival Aug. 21 + Single Day Tickets On Sale Now

Multi-Platinum Curb Records recording artist and songwriter Lee Brice will join the lineup of the Las Vegas Songwriters Festival presented by MGM Resorts International and Entersong Entertainment taking place Aug. 21-24. With more than 10 billion career streams, the country music superstar will kick off the four-day event at House of Blues Las Vegas inside Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.
 
Fans will have the opportunity to experience Lee Brice: Stories and Songs as the ACM and CMA Award winner performs hits from his catalog – which includes nine No. 1 singles – alongside some of the songwriters who helped bring those songs to life, including Billy Montana, Bobby Pinson, Brian Davis, Jerrod Niemann, Justin Wilson, Lance Miller, Liz Rose, Phil Barton and Rob Hatch.
 
Single day tickets are now available for Thursday, Aug. 21, Friday, Aug. 22 and Saturday, Aug. 23, along with general admission and VIP tickets for the four-day experience. Tickets starting at $69, not including applicable fees and taxes, may be purchased via LVSF Single Day Tickets.
 
Also announced, award-winning broadcaster Storme Warren, presented in 2020 with the BMI Ambassador Award in recognition of his continuous support and promotion of Nashville’s vibrant songwriting community, will host multiple Q&A sessions at the House of Blues B-Side venue at Mandalay Bay. Presented by event partner The Bluebird Cafe, Warren will be joined by writers Dean Dillion (“The Chair,” “Tennessee Whiskey”), Paul Overstreet (“Forever and Ever, Amen,” “When You Say Nothing At All”), Victoria Shaw (“The River,” “She’s Every Woman”) and Liz Rose (“Teardrops on My Guitar,” “It All Comes Out In The Wash”).
 
Featuring more than 300 No. 1 songs represented through 100 live performances across five stages at Mandalay Bay, the Las Vegas Songwriters Festival will offer fans an intimate and immersive experience to hear the stories behind the songs – told directly by the writers themselves. Performances are scheduled to begin daily at 11 a.m. with select sets to include unique collaborations, one-of-a-kind songwriter pairings, Q&A sessions, and more.
 
Hosted by chart-topping songwriter Matt Warren (Darius Rucker, Gary Allan), the festival was founded by Entersong’s Rob Hatch and Mike Every in partnership with MGM Resorts.
 
Fans can purchase a room and ticket package at LVSF at Mandalay Bay, making the Las Vegas Songwriters Festival’s first year an ideal event and vacation getaway. For more event information, visit LVSF.

About Lee Brice
When Curb Records recording artist, Lee Brice, isn't selling out arenas, writing and recording songs, or building new brands like Dulce Vida Tequila and Loud Lemon, you'll find the family man with his wife Sara, two young boys, and daughter. Meanwhile, with over 10 billion career streams, Brice continues to enjoy massive success at country radio, digital streaming services, and on the road. He has reached the No. 1 spot at Country Radio with Platinum-selling “Memory I Don’t Mess With,” which consecutively follows three prior No. 1’s: ASCAP’s 2021 Country Song of the Year and 3x Platinum track “One of Them Girls,” “I Hope You’re Happy Now” with Carly Pearce, and the 4x Platinum hit “Rumor,” which was nominated in the category Single of The Year at the 55th Annual ACM Awards. One of the most played country artists of all time on Pandora, he was the second country artist behind Keith Urban to receive the Pandora Billionaire plaque. Lee is also a GRAMMY nominee, a CMA and ACM award winner, and he's taken nine radio singles to No. 1: “A Woman Like You,” “Hard to Love,” “I Drive Your Truck,” “I Don’t Dance,” “Drinking Class,” “Rumor,” “I Hope You’re Happy Now,” “One of Them Girls,” and “Memory I Don’t Mess With.” Garth Brooks, Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney and others have recorded his songs, and he's performed on numerous TV shows, including NBC's Today, ABC's The Bachelor, NBC's The Voice and FOX's Miss USA 2018. Lee performed as part of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song honoring Garth Brooks, aired on PBS March of 2020. At the 54th Annual CMA Awards, Lee took home the prize for Musical Event of the Year for his song with Carly Pearce, “I Hope You're Happy Now.” At the 56th ACM Awards, “I Hope You’re Happy Now” won Single of the Year and Music Event of the Year, and Lee and Carly Pearce performed the song live. Lee’s album, Hey World, has been certified as Platinum and features several multi-Platinum selling hits. Lee kicked off 2024 with an intimate acoustic tour, the Me & My Guitar Tour, and this Spring he released his latest radio single, “Drinkin’ Buddies” with Nate Smith and Hailey Whitters. The single was followed by the nostalgic summertime track, "Summer of Us.” At the start of 2025, Brice announced the return of his acoustic tour, the You, Me & My Guitar Tour and released his radio single, “Cry.” Most recently, Brice teamed up with some of his legendary Country friends - Jamey Johnson, Randy Houser, Jerrod Niemann, Dallas Davidson and Rob Hatch (aka The Traler Park), for “Said No Country Boy Ever,” available now.

Photo Credit: Chase Lauer

THE JOTUNN Present Cover of "Suicide Nation"

Melodic death quintet THE JOTUNN present a ferocious take on AT THE GATES's "Suicide Nation". The ensemble from Ohio, US, cultivate an intense sonic experience by compiling symphonic elements on top of melodic death metal and melodic deathcore: "We really like to wear our influences on our sleeve and let those influences breathe life in to songs that can stand on their own." "Suicide Nation" is the first of a tripart offering landing over the summer of 2025.

"AT THE GATES is a HEAVY influence for this band", vocalist Paul Kahan explains. "Slaughter of the Soul is a defining album for us as listeners and players. We along with so many other bands have used this album as a blueprint for how melodic metal should sound for a long time.

Kahan also has a personal connection with "Suicide Nation". Kahan recalls the first time he heard the track: "I was absolutely blown away. I remember that being a really pivotal moment for me personally with music. It became one of my favorite songs of all time and I remember in the back of my head that if I ever had the opportunity to do a cover this would be the first one I pitched. I basically begged the band to do it."

About THE JOTUNN:
Based out of Cleveland and Columbus Ohio, THE JOTUNN formed in 2021 after guitarist and songwriter Shawn Kahan presented a number of demos to Paul Kahan. Soon producer Cole Martinez (ABIGAIL WILLIAMS, WHITECHAPEL, ABORTED) was on board taking up the role of bassist and producer of their music. Nick Amato (ATOMIC WITCH) performed drums on the band's debut album Graveworshipper (2022), prior to Adam Biats joining the line-up. The outfit was awarded the Columbus Artist Grant in 2023, and subsequently in 2025. THE JOTUNN's EP Summoner arrived in 2024, and is set to be followed in 2025 by two cover releases and a new original track. Cole left the band in June 2025 on good terms, leading to the arrival of Leo Debevc on guitar and Londyn Hager on bass. 

THE JOTUNN is:
Paul Kahan - Vocals
Shawn Kahan - Guitar
Leo Debevc - Guitar
Londyn Snow - Bass
Adam Biats - Drums

Links:
Streaming links: www.thejotunn.com
Bandcamp: https://jotunn.bandcamp.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheJotunnBand/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejotunnband/

Credits: 
Recording Studio: Conquistador Studios
Engineered, Mixed and Mastered: Cole Martinez
Performed by The Jötunn
Song Written by At the Gates

Maximo Park maestro Duncan Lloyd presents 'Unwound' album: Antidote to the daily grind

English songwriter-guitarist Duncan Lloyd presents his new 12-track 'Unwound' album, his sixth solo endeavour, introducing the focus track 'One Step Closer To The Dam'Previously with Warp Records, this is his first album of new material via Reveal Records following the label's reissues of Lloyd’s early solo albums, including the colossal 31-track selected works collection 'Green Grows Devotion' (2022) and 'Fun City' (a trilogy of EPs recorded in 2024).

Written during a difficult personal period, this record developed as a form of coping and catharsis, fortifying his sound with depth and ambition relative to previous releases. Lloyd earlier shared the singles 'Laugh So Loud' and 'Rituals', blending a modern sound with a deeply personal message about habits and healing, voiced through a circular, radio-like musical journey.

A critically acclaimed solo artist, Lloyd is the primary musician behind internationally renowned art-rockers Maximo Park and also half of Nano Kino (with Sarah Suri). He is a Mercury Music Prize nominee, has won an NME award, had A-listed singles at BBC Radio 1 and BBC 6 Music (including lyric of the year), and has seen success with worldwide platinum and gold selling records. His songs have featured on eight hit albums with Maximo Park, consistently charting in the Top 10 U.K.

'Unwound' album order  https://duncanlloyd.bandcamp.com/album/unwound-2025

With cover artwork derived from Lloyd’s own paintings, this record weaves a unique musical maze of free and varied personal expression, deep and transient, spare, intense and urgent with a balance of grit, beauty and melody. Things got moving when Lloyd set to work with Julie McLarnon (The Vaselines, Lankum, King Creosote, Brigid Mae Power) at Analogue Catalogue Studios in Ireland. Gaining impetus from his trip across the Irish sea, Lloyd returned to Newcastle to complete the rest of the album, each song carefully crafted with more anarchical arrangements than previous outings.

“I needed a break from all things online. Stepping away from it and being closer to nature reignites the imagination, it’s kind of obvious but easy to forget how important it is.  It’s an album about experience, throughout you get the sense that dynamics, speed and space were all careful considerations. I am sort of looking under the soil trying to shape the sounds I imagine and if possible create something relatable that has a heart. I didn’t want it to be one produced sound, I wanted it to feel like different rooms, many spaces," says Duncan Lloyd.

"I partly had the book "The Poetics of Space" by Gaston Bachelard in mind, every song is it’s own room with it’s own signature. This is probably my heaviest album, in sound and mood. There are songs that lean towards post-punk and with hypnotic rhythms that are darker in tone. I wanted it to feel like the listener can climb inside the sound rather than be on the outside looking in. I don’t want them to be in the cinema I want them to be in the film or in the room, so it’s almost spooky."

The album features a host of Lloyd’s musician friends, including Maximo Park keyboardist Jemma Freese and drummer Tom English, Andrew Mills (Purploid Zing) and Joe Boyer (Cloud Nothings, Autopolitan, Nicole Yun).

'Unwound' is imbued with a darker mood than Lloyd’s previous works, but with a continuing sense of melancholy at its core. Restrained yet intimate lyrics are housed in inventively evolving structures. The album draws to a close with 'A World Away Now', a song of lost opportunity. Sometimes simply making a connection is enough.

"Sometimes on a song the bass or percussion talks louder than a voice, so I mixed it like that. Sometimes nothing else contends if the emotion isn’t clear. When you hear musicians playing together, you are invited into something far more personal or engaging. You can’t always tell the detail, yet you can feel the dynamics -- you can sense it is living," says Duncan Lloyd.

"I may let guitars get loud and careen around if that’s where it wants to go. It can then go the other way and be minimal, economical. Although it is a very personal album, it’s also addressed to the stranger and, if the listener can relate and even laugh about what life throws at us, then a connection lives”.  

Writing and recording under his own name for the last decade, Lloyd has enjoyed many collaborations, including with Paul Epworth (Bloc Party, Glass Animals, Rihanna), Gil Norton (The Pixies, Echo & The Bunnymen), Nick Launay (Nick Cave, Yeah Yeah Yeahs), Ben Allen (Gnarls Barclay, Deerhunter), Rudimental, Dave Okumu, Batidaand legendary Afrobeat drummer Tony Allen.

As of July 11th, 'Unwound' is available digitally via Bandcamp and digital music platforms, including Apple Music and Spotify. It is also released on CD, the first 200 ordered coming with a bonus live four-track recording in 'The Polestar Sessions' EP. 

CREDITS
Music & lyrics written by Duncan Lloyd (Reveal Publishing)
Duncan Lloyd - vocals, guitars, bass, piano, synth & drum machine
Tom English - drums, percussion (all tracks except 8, 11 & 12)
Andrew Mills - bass & synth (tracks 4 & 5)
Jemma Freese - backing vocals (track 2)
Joe Boyer - guitar & noise (tracks 2 & 7)
Recorded & Mixed by Duncan Lloyd (except 4 & 5) at The Dagda Rooms
Tracks 4 & 5 recorded & mixed by Julie McLarnon at Analogue Catalogue
Guitars on tracks 2 & 7 recorded by Joe Boyer in Cleveland, Ohio
Produced by Duncan Lloyd
Mastered by Carl Saff at Saff Mastering, Chicago
Released by Reveal Records
Digital catalogue no. REVEAL204 / CD catalogue no. Reveal196CD
Cover art & layout by Duncan Lloyd
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

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WHEEL OF TIME Unveils "2063" ft. Tony MacAlpine (PLANET X)

WHEEL OF TIME lifts off into outer space with the next single "2063". WHEEL OF TIME, the progressive power metal project led by Beijing-based composer and multi-instrumentalist Jimmie Hong, has set November 12, 2025 as the release date for its debut full-length album Asymmetry.

"2063"'s title is inspired by Star Trek and the Beginning of Interstellar Travel. In the Star Trek universe, the year 2063 sees the first successful warp flight occur and humanity's first contact with an alien species. Tony MacAlpine (PLANET X) guests on "2063" providing an enticing and compelling guitar solo. Composer Hong wanted a guest "who can handle both the metal music and jazz fusion music". This track leans into the cinematic with a narrative voiceover simulating a conversation between astronauts amidst the progressive melodies and instrumental textures that sonically represent the cosmos. 

About WHEEL OF TIME:

WHEEL OF TIME is a progressive power metal project founded by Beijing-based composer and multi-instrumentalist Jimmie Hong. Blending the technical precision of progressive metal with the melodic strength of power metal and symphonic elements, WHEEL OF TIME creates expansive, narrative-driven music that crosses genres and borders. The project features collaborations with world-renowned musicians including Derek Sherinian, Tony MacAlpine, Michele Luppi, and Timo Tolkki. With a truly international lineup and a sound that integrates subtle Eastern melodic influences, WHEEL OF TIME explores themes of time, destiny, and self-discovery. The debut full-length album Asymmetry releases November 12, 2025.

TERMINAL SLEEP | SIGN TO NUCLEAR BLAST RECORDS + RELEASE MUSIC VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE 'THEY CIRCLE BELOW'

Melbourne metalcore band TERMINAL SLEEP are proud to announce they have signed to Nuclear Blast Records. Formed in 2022 and shaped over the pandemic, the band are unapologetic about their fierce style; a melting pot of heavy music championing self-empowerment and gender equality as well as the importance of mental health. This message of music with substance is just one facet that fans can expect alongside the reputation of delivering an explosive live performance. The past year has been a whirlwind having played with the likes of COUNTERPARTS, SPEED, KUBLAI KHAN, HARMSWAY, and GATES TO HELL as well as adding several festivals to their intensive resume.

TERMINAL SLEEP comments, "It is a privilege to be welcomed into the family amongst so many legendary bands we grew up listening to, and fresh new bands we have on repeat. We could not be more excited to bring in the new era of Terminal Sleep with Tommy and the whole team at Nuclear Blast!"

Nuclear Blast American Label Manager & A&R Tommy Jones comments, “Last year a pal of mine hit me with a link and said 'check this out'. It was to a few unreleased songs by Terminal Sleep from Melbourne, Australia. One listen and a bit of research and I was all the way in! Last January, I saw the TS crew from down under in Hamburg Germany …and holy hopping kangaroos, I was completely blown away! Bec was in full on beastmode and I thought she was going to eliminate the entire room. A must see. I am ecstatic to usher in Terminal Sleep to the worldwide Nuclear Blast family! LFG, don’t sleep!”

Today, TERMINAL SLEEP present their new standalone single, 'They Circle Below'. The track and music video provide a frantic experience staggering between grooves and head banging perfectly packaged in their fusion of metal and hardcore. 'They Circle Below' was recorded at Chameleon Studios in Sydney, Australia. The track was produced, engineered and mixed by Elliott Gallart while Brad Boatright handled mastering at Audioseige. Watch the music video directed by Jack Fontes (Fonte Visuals), below.

TERMINAL SLEEP's singer Bec Thorwesten states, "The song explores the journey of navigating one's self-doubt and the drowning pressure of self-set expectations; overcoming mental turmoil and the only way out being through."

Stream 'They Circle Below' on all platforms now at: https://terminalsleep.bfan.link/they-circle-below

TERMINAL SLEEP are:
Bec Thorwesten | Vocals
Todd Tombleson  | Drums
William Robinson | Guitar 
Dustin Santos | Bass

Iceland's Sátan Metal Festival Announces Next Wave of Bands; Sign, Misþyrming and Barnaveiki

Sátan, an emerging metal festival in Iceland, is now pleased to reveal the next wave of bands for 2026 and is now welcoming Icelandic natives, Sign, Misþyrming and Barnaveiki! The third edition of the festival will take place in Stykkishólmur on the Snæfellsnes peninsula from June 4-6, 2026!

Passes for next year are now available at THIS LOCATION.

The current lineup is as follows, with more TBA!

Dimma

Sign

Hamferð

Misþyrming

Skitsystem

Necrowretch

Devine Defilement

Carpe Noctem

Barnaveiki

The recent 2025 edition was a massive success, integrating an array of alternative genres from hardcore to extreme while showcasing some of the best that Iceland has to offer alongside international legacy acts. Wyatt's Metal revered the three-day spectacle as "Iceland's BEST Metal Festival," for which his detailed review can be seen HERE.

Sátan is a three day metal festival happening in Stykkishólmur on the Snæfellsnes peninsula. The festival focuses on offering a variety of Iceland’s best metalbands as well as a carefully curated selection of international bands.

The organization behind Sátan consists of metalheads and musicians that have been active in the Icelandic scene for up to 30 years and have extensive experience of organizing music festivals and concerts as well as general band related activities.

Everyone is welcome at Sátan regardless of origin, skincolor, religion, gender or sexual orientation and there is only one goal: that everyone, staff, bands and guests, go home smiling after a great festival!

Sátan is committed to zero tolerance against violence and violence of any kind invalidates your ticket!

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WE CAME AS ROMANS Announce New Album 'ALL IS BEAUTIFUL...BECAUSE WE'RE DOOMED'; New Single "culture wound" + Official Video Out Now

Michigan metalcore titans We Came As Romans have announced their highly anticipated new album, 'ALL IS BEAUTIFUL...BECAUSE WE'RE DOOMED', set for release Friday, August 22nd via Sharptone Records. The announcement arrives alongside the release of the album's third single, "culture wound," and its accompanying official music video. Following the defiant anthems "bad luck" and "no rest for the dreamer," this latest track dives deep into the battle between our best and worst impulses. Stream "culture wound" HERE, watch the official video Below and pre-order 'ALL IS BEAUTIFUL...BECAUSE WE'RE DOOMED' HERE.

"culture wound" confronts the fundamental question at the heart of human existence: are we inherently good or inherently bad? The track wrestles with the forces—both internal and external—that shape who we become, delivered through the band's signature blend of crushing riffs and soaring melodies.



"culture wound is about taking a look inside and deciding which side of yourself is going to control your life. This song was written to question our human nature - is it inherently good or inherently selfish? Are we here to try and make something better for everyone or just survive for ourselves? All of the different "sides of ourselves" that we've discovered, struggled with, or left behind is really what this album is about, and our journey through all of those experiences is written in every song."

ALL IS BEAUTIFUL...BECAUSE WE'RE DOOMED' represents a profound creative evolution for We Came As Romans. Born from introspection and shaped by the band's own journey through triumph and tragedy, the album explores themes of existentialism, gratitude, loss, and the perpetual cycles of life. The record's conceptual framework—inspired by philosophical notions of death and rebirth—manifests in its very structure, with the album looping seamlessly from end to beginning, symbolizing that endings lead to new beginnings.

The album emerged from an intensive creative process that saw the band turn inward, mining their shared experiences for authentic emotional truth. What began as a struggle to find direction after 2022's grief-stricken, highly acclaimed 'Darkbloom', transformed into their most conceptually ambitious work to date. Each track ties to a specific moment or period in the band's history, creating a sonic autobiography that spans their entire career while focusing unflinchingly on the future.

"culture wound" serves as a centerpiece for the album's exploration of duality and self-examination. The track underwent extensive revision to achieve its final form—a testament to the band's commitment to getting every detail right on this deeply personal record.

We Came As Romans will support the new album with their massive Bad Luck World Tour, the North American leg of which kicks off on July 22nd in Toronto and culminates in what is sure to be a historical homecoming when they play legendary venue, The Fillmore in Detroit on August 23rd, the day after the album is released. The tour then heads to Europe and the UK in the fall. The band will also appear at major festivals including Warped Tour, Inkcarceration, and When We Were Young.

Bad Luck N. American Dates Artwork | Download HERE

BAD LUCK WORLD TOUR - NORTH AMERICA

With special guests 

After The Burial, Currents & Johnny Booth

July 22 – Toronto, ON – Rebel

July 24 – New York, NY – Palladium Times Square

July 25 – Worcester, MA – The Palladium

July 26 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore

July 27 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore

July 29 – Norfolk, VA – The NorVa

July 30 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore

August 1 – Atlanta, GA – The Eastern

August 2 - Orlando, FL - House of Blues

August 4 – Houston, TX – House of Blues

August 5 – Dallas, TX – House of Blues

August 6 – Austin, TX – Emo's

August 8 - Phoenix, AZ - The Van Buren

August 9 – Los Angeles, CA – The Wiltern

August 10 – Sacramento, CA – Channel 24

August 12 – Portland, OR – Roseland Theater

August 13 – Tacoma, WA – Temple Theatre

August 15 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Union

August 16 – Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium

August 17 – Kansas City, MO – Uptown Theater

August 19 – St. Louis, MO – The Pageant

August 20 – Nashville, TN – Marathon Music Works

August 22 – Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom

August 23 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore

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, metalcore, 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.

Now, with 'ALL IS BEAUTIFUL...BECAUSE WE'RE DOOMED,' the band enters their most ambitious chapter yet—scarred, sharpened, and more fearless than ever.

We Came As Romans Are



Dave Stephens - Vocals

Joshua Moore - Guitar

Lou Cotton - Guitar

Andy Glass - Bass

David Puckett - Drums

Cryptopsy Premiere Short Film

Additional video credits

Cryptopsy
Matt McGachy
Flo Mounier
Christian Donaldson
Oli Pinard

Actress
Lisa McCormack

Steadycam
Franz Stapelberg

Lighting
Giuseppe Calvinisti

Makeup
Ruby Pearls

Recording, Mixing & Mastering
Christian Donaldson

Assistant Mixing
Dominic Grimard

Extras
Stéphane Dèls
Philippe Langelier
Odin Langelier
Paul Zinay
Jean-Francois Boivin
Jeff Mott
Naenia Lavoie
Philippe Brousseau
Liz Imperiale
Mihaela Petrescu
Christophe Gagné
Jason Greenberg
Martin Gendreau
Nicolas Lauzon
Philippe McGinnis
Timothy Liam Gallaher-Maselli
Tina Gallaher
Caleb Purtell
Maxime St-Pierre
Guillaume N.
Charly
Pras
Andrew Paré
Pierre-François Bouchard

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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While only a year removed from winning a JUNO Award, Cryptopsy are already outdoing themselves. The most vile band in death metal have graced the cover of Decibel and snatched Metal Injection's Artist of the Month, leading metal maniacs to quickly devour their latest offering. An Insatiable Violence has amassed more than one million streams while vaulting to #9 on the Billboard Current Hard Music Album chart in Canada. So of course, they still have another shocking treat hidden up their longsleeves.
 

Over the past four months, Cryptopsy have been revealing their new album's eerily prescient vision through a steady, albeit unsettling stream of cryptic video clips. "When we were thinking of a unique way to promote An Insatiable Violence, Flo came up with a killer concept of sharing one part from each song before the album came out", says the band's vocalist Matt McGachy. "We ended up expanding on that idea by using those pieces to create a short film". 

Today, in honor of their latest malicious mutation, the band are premiering the full short film for An Insatiable Violence with their fellow Canadian horror fiends at Rue Morgue.  


"The concept of the film for An Insatiable Violence is about a person that desperately wants to be a popular social media influencer", McGachy continues. "The scenes dance through the protagonist’s day-to-day relationship with content creation and how their audience reacts to it. It’s an insatiable violence and a truly saddening reality of humanity’s relationship with social media".


Watch the short film for An Insatiable Violence below.

An Insatiable Violence is out now on Season of Mist.

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The concept behind Cryptopsy's ninth album appeared to vocalist Matt McGachy in a dream. But An Insatiable Violence mirrors our all-too-real addiction to social media. The short film documents the blistering rise and brutal downfall of an influencer. As the band tear through a medley composed from the many headbanging grooves that highlight all eight new tracks, our heroine stomachs the rising cost of fame, only to end up paying the ultimate price.   

"The life of content creators can be far more detrimental compared to day-to-day social media users" McGachy says. "The short film weaves between the audience worshiping the protagonist, losing interest, turning against her and eventually just ignoring her efforts. In a last ditch effort for attention the protagonist takes her own life in the search of eternal fame". 


The short film for An Insatiable Violence was written and directed by Christopher Kells.

"Creating an 8-part mini series for Cryptopsy’s An Insatiable Violencewas no easy task", Kells says. "Matt and I cultivated stories based off of his lyrics and decided to give an awkward and uncomfortable view into a fictitious influencer's mind. 

"The videos explore the grotesque and isolating effects of digital culture, influencer obsession and the decay of self-worth in a hyper-connected world. Actress Lisa McCormack dove right into the character development and gave it her all as our influencer. The fast-paced imagery and visuals mirror the psychological descent of an online persona from idolized content creator to digital burnout and eventual madness.

"Everyone involved — from the crew to the cast — brought an incredible level of focus and professionalism to the shoot. There was a shared understanding that we were there and focused to create something truly strange, visceral and creatively unhinged. That energy was essential to me not only as a director but as a  fan of the band and it mirrored the chaotic intensity and experimental spirit of Cryptopsy’s music".

Powerhouse Alternative Rock Trio THE HUNNA Return with New Single "Hide & Seek" + Music Video

Today, powerhouse alternative rock trio THE HUNNA return with their triumphant and anthemic new single, “Hide & Seek.” Accompanying the track is a five-minute cinematic video, directed by Modern Day Auteur, available to view below.

Marking their first new music in three years, “Hide & Seek” sees the powerhouse trio back with a bang. The track was self-produced by the band, mixed by Tarrant Shepherd, and mastered by Katie Tavini (Bloc Party, Kids In Glass Houses, Sam Ryder).

Vocalist/guitarist Ryan Potter comments:

"'Hide & Seek' tells a story of a midway transitional part of a relationship. Built from love & compassion of overcoming the trials & tribulations life can throw at two people yet reaching a point of the natural ebb & flow of life that creates a drifting & transformation between the two."

Watch the Music Video for "Hide & Seek"

THE HUNNA, formed by Jack MetcalfeRyan Potter, and Daniel Dorney, burst onto the scene in 2015 with standout singles “Bonfire” and “She’s Casual,” followed by their explosive debut album, ‘100,’ in 2016, which secured their first top 20 record, reaching number 13 on the UK album chart.

Bolstered by global fan support, the band swiftly earned major festival slots, including headlining the Festival Republic Stage at Reading & Leeds Festival and performing a secret set that attracted one of the largest crowds to date. They also performed at BBC Radio 1’s Big WeekendAll Points East, and festivals across Europe and North America, alongside their own sold-out tours.

Between 2017 and 2018, the band’s second album, ‘Dare,’ climbed to number 12 on the UK album chart, sparking a sold-out tour in Australia and further sold-out shows across the UK and Europe. Notable achievements included selling out Brixton Academy three times, as well as Camden Roundhouse, Rock City, Manchester Apollo, and other prominent venues. In the US, they achieved success with multiple sold-out performances at iconic venues like The Troubadour in Los Angeles, Mercury Lounge, and Webster Hall in New York.

For their third album, ‘I’d Rather Die Than Let You In,’ THE HUNNA collaborated with renowned producer John Feldmann (Blink-182GoldfingerTwenty One PilotsAll Time Low) in Calabasas, working alongside artists such as Travis Barker (Blink-182), Josh Dun (Twenty One Pilots), Pete Wentz (Fall Out Boy), Phem, and others. The trio followed this in 2022 with their self-titled album ‘The Hunna,’ partnering with Grammy Award-winning producer Gil Norton. Adored by their loyal fanbase of nearly a decade, this album marked a significant new chapter for the band.

Now, in 2025, after a few years without new music, THE HUNNA return with renewed energy and their signature powerful sound. Stay tuned for more information soon.

THE HUNNA are:

Ryan Potter - vocals/guitar

Daniel Dorney - guitar

Jack Metcalfe - drums

Restraining Order Sign With Blue Grape Music, Announce "Future Fortune" Out 9/12, + Share "Know Not" Video

New England fivesome RESTRAINING ORDER — Pat Cozens [vocals], Dylan Tobia [guitar], Kyle Beaudreault [guitar], Jake Miller [guitar], Keith Freeman[bass], and Will Hirst [drums] — traffic in no nonsense hardcore punk. 

After amassing millions of streams, praise from StereogumBrooklyn Vegan, and more while regularly reducing venues to piles of ash, the group will deliver its third full-length Future Fortune on September 12. It marks the first release for Blue Grape Music, the band's new label home. Pre-order it here.

The band has shared the video for the gloriously gnarly first single "KNOW NOT." Watch it below.

"'Know Not' takes on the simple yet hard to grasp mission in life," states Cozens. "That we must keep moving forward. Life will always be confusing but we all know deep down what we have to do to be our best. It's never easy, never will be, so we've all got to hold ourselves accountable to get to where we want to be. It also continues a constant theme of this band and in my lyrics. We must keep striving to get ahead of life, especially in a world that's always multiple steps ahead of you."

Restraining Order have a handful of local dates scheduled around the album release. All currently confirmed dates are below, with more expected to be announced soon.

RESTRAINING ORDER LIVE:
9/11 — Amherst, MA — The Drake
9/12 —  Hamden, CT — Space Ballroom
9/13 — Massapequa, NY — VFW

Emerging in 2017, Restraining Order hit their stride with 2019's This World Is Too Much. The latter spawned the fan favorite "Don't Really Think," which amassed over 1.1 million Spotify streams and counting. The 2023 follow-up, Locked In Time, incited tastemaker applause. Stereogum hailed it as "a great entry point for the present-day hardcore landscape" and New Noise Magazine celebrated how, "Restraining Order introduce a new flavor of hook-filled, catchy tracks." Plus, Revolver christened them one of "7 Bands Leading Massachusetts Hardcore's New Wave.”"Along the way, they shared stages with the likes of Angel Du$t, Citizen, Drug Church, Fiddlehead, Fucked Up, Kublai Khan TX, LustSickPuppy, and more. The group eventually caught the attention of Blue Grape Music in 2024 and signed to the label. 

ELECTROMANCY is thrilled to announce their new album, Visions of Utopia, arriving September 10th, 2025.

Blending the frostbitten chaos of black metal, the crushing weight of doom, and the visceral ferocity of death metal, this seven-track journey dives into the emotional landscape of composer and multi-instrumentalist Steph Tranovich’s experience with chronic illness and disability. From searing despair and cathartic rage to fragile hope, Visions of Utopia is both a sonic onslaught and a testament to perseverance—turning pain into power and offering light to those navigating their own darkness.

Steph shares, “Visions of Utopia doesn’t lose sight of my struggles, but it sees a future that’s bright and hopeful and right over the horizon. These past few years I’ve seen a lot of progress in my health—and also some intense relapse. But I’ve grown again and have been finding ways to really thrive given my disability. This album takes you through that journey: hope, relapse, recovery, and a renewed appreciation for life.”

The album opens with “Intro,” a stark spoken-word track that lays the foundation for ELECTROMANCY’s story. Against a backdrop of haunting ambience and mechanical drone, it unflinchingly recounts the band's origin, their use of robotic instruments as assistive tech, and Steph’s personal evolution through illness. It sets the emotional tone for the record’s fusion of blackened intensity, doomy heft, and experimental death metal edge—grounding listeners in the human experience behind the cybernetic sound.

“Utopic Visions,” the second track, is a defiant incantation for a better world. It acknowledges the crushing weight of personal and collective suffering, but refuses to stop there—choosing instead to conjure something brighter. Downtuned guitars bring weight; piercing highs give shape; glitching synths and swirling textures enhance the hypnotic pull, while Shaun Gallagher’s commanding vocals slice through with clarity and conviction. It’s a dream of Utopia cast in distortion and dissonance, built for those ready to imagine—and fight for—something more.

Track three, “Brief Moments of Total Collapse,” captures the brutal volatility of chronic illness: one moment you’re rising, the next you’re falling harder than before. Its short runtime mirrors the rapid descent into relapse, while sharp dynamic shifts and death metal ferocity channel the whiplash of losing control. It’s a violent flash of vulnerability—a sonic snapshot of how quickly the ground can disappear beneath you.

At the emotional core of the album lies “Nonlinear Healing,” a sweeping ten-minute epic that embraces the messy, spiral-shaped nature of recovery. Weaving between grief and hope, open harmonies and bitter dissonance, it acknowledges that healing isn’t linear—it’s a process full of backslides, slow climbs, and moments of quiet resilience. Blackened textures, mournful doom, and layered melodies mirror this ebb and flow, settling not in triumph, but in steady perseverance. Sometimes, as Steph says, “the only thing we can do is keep moving forward.”

“Repair,” track five, offers a tonal shift—a flash of sunlight after the storm. This short, lively track bursts with playful energy, featuring call-and-response vocals that lift the refrain “up and up.” It’s a reminder that rebuilding can be joyful, even fun; that healing includes laughter, motion, and moments of celebration.

Next comes “Thriving Cyborg,” a groove-laden ode to adaptation and gratitude. Drawing from Steph’s lived experience of thriving with assistive technology, the track celebrates the communities, tools, and creativity that make life possible and fulfilling. Its funk-infused rhythm, bursts of synth, and hands-on manipulation of robotic instruments reflect the seamless blend of organic and inorganic at the heart of ELECTROMANCY’s identity. A brief moment of heaviness nods to continued struggle, but it’s the triumphant, polyrhythmic crescendo that defines this nine-minute track’s spirit—resilient, euphoric, and alive.

Closing the album is “Static Ecstatic,” a meditation on finding joy in the overlooked moments of daily life. Fusing blackened atmosphere, doomy depth, and experimental textures, the song explores the quiet fulfillment that emerges not from grand victories, but from stillness, presence, and the strange wonder of simply existing. It’s a gentle but powerful resolution—a final breath that grounds the listener after a journey of storms. In true ELECTROMANCY form, the record ends not with spectacle, but with hard-won peace.

About ELECTROMANCY:

Forged at the intersection of grief, resilience, and radical creativity, ELECTROMANCY is a boundary-defying black/doom/death metal duo from the Bay Area blending blistering sonic chaos with DIY robotics and raw human emotion. Formed in June 2019 by composer and multi-instrumentalist Steph Tranovich (they/them), alongside co-vocalist Shaun Gallagher (he/him), ELECTROMANCY uses custom-built robotic instruments as a form of assistive technology—enabling Steph to continue making music despite their chronic illness. Their discography, spanning from the brutal Technopagan to the emotionally complex Visions of Utopia, chronicles Steph’s journey through disability and healing, channeling pain, perseverance, and moments of cathartic joy. With influences like THOU, MESHUGGAH, and LITURGY, the band fuses intricate polyrhythms with avant-garde metal, while exploring themes of queer identity, grief, and radical strength. Their live shows are visceral, theatrical experiences—robot guitars and LED-lit mannequins sharing the stage with two unapologetically human voices. ELECTROMANCY isn’t just for metal fans—it’s for anyone searching for something different, something real, and something powerful.

ELECTROMANCY is:

  • Steph Tranovich (they/them) - composition, robotics, vocals

  • Shaun Gallagher (he/him) - vocals

RAVEN BLACK UNLEASHES NIGHTMARISH NEW SINGLE “LITTLE PIGGY” — A DARK CARNIVAL OF POWER, PAIN, AND PURGE

The twisted, theatrical metal maestros RAVEN BLACK return with their most sinister sonic offering yet:

“This Little Piggy”, a blood-curdling single that drags listeners screaming through a chaotic swirl of power, vengeance, and grotesque reckoning. Out now on all streaming platforms,

“This Little Piggy” marks a vicious new chapter in the band’s macabre mythology.

From the first guttural growl to the final haunting laugh, “This Little Piggy” is a razor-sharp anthem for the outcasts, the misfits, and the tormented. With blistering guitar riffs, hammering drums, and Raven’s signature blend of horror-inspired vocals—switching from haunting whispers to primal screams—the track conjures a sinister fairy tale gone completely off the rails.



This release marks a new chapter for RAVEN BLACK—a darker, more intense evolution of their already infamous sound. Produced by Ulrich Wild (Static-X, White Zombie, Deftones), the single showcases the band’s signature fusion of metal mayhem and circus macabre, with a cinematic flair that could summon the dead to dance.

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Meet RAVEN BLACK, a theatrical metal act originally from Los Angeles. Their unique brand of metal, influenced by gothic, classical, and heavy metal music, serves as the soundtrack to vocalist Raven's duality as she shares her story of being a hybrid of both dark and light.

Drawing from a myriad of musical inspirations, RAVEN BLACK expertly blends elements from their favorite art forms, including movies, ethnic backgrounds, and personal life experiences. Each song is crafted to take fans on an adventure, offering new perspectives and understandings. Their sound ranges from melodic to dark, fun to raging and psychotic—yet every track tells a story.

At the heart of their narrative lies a comic book character: a girl whose innocence was taken at a young age. Overcoming her demons and cursed by her predators, she discovers she is half human, half doll. The doll within her is dark, and as she embraces her inner darkness, she travels with her demons who protect her from those seeking to steal her inner power.

She is the key.

Green Carnation Announce New Album 'The Shores of Melancholia'

No matter how long or where the journey has taken them, Green Carnation have always sought to climb the highest mountains. While founded by Emperor's former bassist Tchort in the early '90s, the Norwegians quickly amassed a cult following while blazing their own trail through fields of symphonic doom, hard rock, acoustic plucking and progressive metal.

Had they never returned from hiatus during the mid-2000s, this band would've been remembered for completing one of the most ambitious individual epics in metal's vaunted archives. And yet, one mighty tale - or three, to be exact - continued to elude them. That is, until now. Two decades removed from its initial conception, Green Carnation have finally completed their masterpiece.

Today, the prog auters are announcing the first part of A Dark Poem, a grand and gloomy album trilogy that was inspired by Arthur Rimbaud's dreamy ode to Shakespeare's Ophelia. The Shores of Melancholiaremains grounded in the band's newfound heavy hooks, but though heavenly to the ears, lead single "In Your Paradise" is awash with doubt over our distorted view of the world.

"We are so excited to announce our long-awaited album trilogy", Green Carnation says. "A Dark Poem promises to take listeners to the highest tops as well as their darkest inner rooms. Its opening chapter begins in a melancholic place that we have long associated with our music".     

Watch the video for "In Your Paradise" below:

A Dark Poem, Part I: The Shores of Melancholia comes out September 5, 2025.

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Green Carnation will premiere all of The Shores of Melancholia live for the first time later this year at ProgPower USA.

The video for "In Your Paradise" was directed and edited by Rikard Amodei.

Additional video credits
Tor Sellevold Solbakken - Camera and color grading
Walter Cortes - Camera
Alexander De Senger - Grip
Stian Urdalen Jonson - Grip
Devin Michael Jonson - Grip
Bjornar Eidet Skutlaberg - Lights
Joakim Stien - Lights
Ruben Lervåg - Set sound
Lars Gunnar Liestøl - Still photos

Green Carnation would like to especially thank Cultiva and Kilden Performing Arts Centre, along with Mike Moen and the crew at LX Design.

Current line-up
Kjetil Nordhus - Vocals
Tchort - Guitar
Bjørn Harstad - Guitar
Stein Roger Sordal - Bass
Endre Kirkesola - Keyboards
Jonathan Alejandro Perez – Drums

Recording line-up
Kjetil Nordhus - Vocals
Bjørn Harstad - Guitar, Effects
Stein Roger Sordal - Bass, Guitars, Keyboards
Endre Kirkesola - Keyboards, Synthesizers, Organs, Effects
Jonathan Alejandro Perez – Drums

Guest Musicians
Ingrid Ose - Flute on “In Your Paradise” & “Me My Enemy”.
Grutle Kjellson (Enslaved) – Harsh Vocals on “The Slave That You Are”.
Henning Seldal – Percussion on “Too Close to the Flame”.
 
Production Credits
Recorded at DUB Studio in Kristiansand, Norway
Produced by Endre Kirkesola, Stein Roger Sordal & Kjetil Nordhus.
Sound Engineering by Endre Kirkesola.
Mixed by Endre Kirkesola
Mastered by Lawrence Mackrory 

Cover Art
Niklas Sundin (https://www.nsundin.com)
 
Photography
Lars Gunnar Liestøl

Bio
George Pacheco
 
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Alt-pop songstress Celeste Corsano moves forward and upward with new 'Stuck' single

Presenting the third in a trilogy of singles this year, alternative pop artist Celeste Corsano presents 'Stuck',  a tender exploration of being caught in the inescapable grip of an emotional impasse. Here she masterfully conveys the struggle of a mind wrestling with an unyielding heart, creating an intimate space where raw emotion takes center-stage.

In a world clamouring for bombast, Corsano delivers a powerful intimacy in this raw, unfiltered dive into the tender corners of the human heart, delivered with a disarming simplicity that belies its profound emotional depth.  Revealing a vulnerability that is both deeply personal and strikingly relatable, her sparse, almost childlike vocals amplify its impact.

"'Stuck' is a "little" song with a big meaning.  The lyrics come from a tender place that needed simplicity and not a big vocal sound.  Actually, any time I tried to sing it any differently, the vocals still came out simplistic and childlike," says Celeste Corsano.  

"There aren't many lyrics but there is the play on the lyric "something in the way". The first verse  meaning "something in the way that I'm feeling", and the second verse to mean "something is in my way...something in my heart". Both refer to a heart situation that I can't let go of.  I'm stuck, for better or worse in a vulnerable heart space. "I should know better.."  says the mind....how do you tell a heart that?? There's some more going on in these brief lyrics and I hope it speaks to you too."

Earlier, Corsano released the singles 'Nightbird' and 'Sunlight Gazing'. With hues of Kate Bush and Tori Amos, this singer-songwriter is the latest artist to be added to the growing roster of the blossoming Montclair, NJ-based indie label Magic Door Record Label. 

Corsano's music blends poetic lyricism with adventurous arrangements, unexpected rhythms and a distinct emotional range -- from ethereal and moody to playful and bold. With a natural use of mixed meters and layered vocal timbres, her fearless approach to storytelling conveys a deeper truth.

For the past year, Corsano has been working with renowned producer Ray Ketchem (Guided by Voices, Elk City, Gramercy Arms, Luna, Crash Harmony) at Magic Door Recording Studio, who produced, recorded, mixed and mastered this release, as well as several recordings to follow. 

With Ketchem also on drums, this single also features fantastically notable guitarist James Mastro (The Bongos, Mott the Hoople, Ian Hunter, Patti Smith, John Cale) and keyboardist-bass player David Nagler of Nova Social (who has also played with Joan Baez, Aaron Neville, Rosanne Cash, Andrew Bird, Steve Earleand Yo La Tengo).

"When I first brought the demo to Ray Ketchem, drummer on all of my recordings and producer / engineer at Magic Door Recording, he remarked about the time changes.  Actually all the singles I brought to him had some time changes and Ray did a fantastic job interpreting them into the arrangement with the drums.  I write on piano, so it was percussive already, but was fully realized and blossomed into the wonderful arrangements  that all three songs are now," says Celeste Corsano.

"Guitarist James Mastro and synth and bass player, David Nagler added the perfect touches to the arrangement, complete with a great guitar solo, and some added percussion to finish off the song perfectly."

Born into a musical family, Celeste is inspired by her brothers - Latin roots musician Tony Corsano and avant-garde percussionist Chris Corsano (Björk, Kim Gordon, Thurston Moore). After discovering the pulse of the new wave and punk scenes, Corsano was initiated in NYC’s live music scene, in addition to writing poetry, studying art and absorbing sound at a granular level. Initially performing Celtic and Bluegrass music in the tri-state area, she has evolved as a solo artist and songwriter.

Corsano also honed her ear during countless studio recording sessions, attended with her ex-husband Brad Morrison, producer and founder of Absolute A-Go-Go Records, known for working with such notable artists as Phish, the Figgs and Spiral Jetty.

As of July 8, 'Stuck' is available from fine online music platforms, including Bandcamp, where 'Sunlight Gazing' and 'Nightbird' can also be found. 

CREDITS
Written by Celeste Corsano
Produced by Ray Ketchem
Celeste Corsano - vocals and piano
James Mastro - guitars
David Nagler - bass and synths
Ray Ketchem - drums
Cover artwork by Chris Corsano
Released by Magic Door Record Label
Recorded, mixed & mastered by Ray Ketchem at Magic Door, Montclair NJ
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR


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Black Lodge Records Welcomes SARAYASIGN to the Family

Black Lodge Records is thrilled to announce that Swedish cinematic rock storytellers SARAYASIGN have officially joined the label's growing roster. The band has signed a deal with Black Lodge Records and is set to release their highly anticipated third full-length album, 'Shadows Of The Dying Light,' at the end of 2025.

SARAYASIGN returns with the hauntingly cinematic third chapter in their ongoing musical saga: 'Shadows Of The Dying Light.' This new release takes a bold leap into darker and more emotionally charged territory. Heavier, more intense, and more dynamic than ever before, the album preserves the band's signature cinematic rock sound while delving deeper into a brooding, atmospheric experience. Listeners will be immersed in thunderous riffs, sweeping soundscapes, and lush, evocative melodies—now shrouded beneath a darker sky.

The drums were recorded at the iconic Top Floor Studios in Gothenburg, powered by the explosive talent of Jakob Herrmann, the acclaimed drum producer known for his work with Devin Townsend, Evergrey, and others. Vocals were tracked at Popskolan in Stockholm, while guitars, bass, and keyboards were brought to life at Studio Sarayasound in Örebro, the band's creative stronghold.

To bring this monstrous new chapter to life with clarity and impact, mixing and mastering duties have been entrusted to none other than Jacob Hansen of Hansen Studios.

Based out of the state-of-the-art Hansen Studios in Denmark, Jacob Hansen has spent over two decades delivering world-class audio services. A cornerstone of modern heavy music production, Hansen has produced, engineered, mixed, and mastered countless renowned acts, including Amaranthe, Arch Enemy, Volbeat, Katatonia, Dizzy Mizz Lizzy, The Black Dahlia Murder, Pretty Maids, Epica, Delain, Evergrey, and many more. His success stems from consistently delivering powerful, modern productions, making Hansen Studios a trusted one-stop shop for both established artists and emerging talent alike.

This chapter marks a turning point, the band shares:

"With 'Shadows Of The Dying Light,' we're embracing the darkness in both story and sound. It's more aggressive, more cinematic, and more emotionally intense yet still undeniably SARAYASIGN. The melodies remain, but the shadows have grown longer."

Brace yourself for a cinematic rock experience unlike any other.

'Shadows Of The Dying Light' — Coming Late 2025.

"We Stand United" by ELEINE

Swedish metal outfit ELEINE reach out with a compelling offering that draws together a connection between their studio recordings and live performances. The haunting sonic soundscape of the forthcoming EP, We Stand United, features two unheard pieces: an intro called "Towards The Fields" and the title track is future live favourite. In addition, two live tracks recorded at Masters of Rock 2024 and a symphonic version of "Promise Of Apocalypse", are set to arrive in digital format, CD and vinyl on September 5, 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music.

"We wanted to give you something in between album cycles. A feel of what’s to come, where we stand right now and a closer look at the past.

This is We Stand United - An EP dedicated towards our strong and loyal fans across the world including live tracks and something brand new!

On this EP ELEINE present you with live tracks on CD and vinyl for the first time ever! We enjoy the studio, but it will always be when performing LIVE we truly thrive as a band. This is where we connect with the crowd, where we create beautiful and empowering memories together and where we get to live out the songs on stage.

We Stand United is a 5 track EP carrying new heavy riffs, thundering live performances and a rawness we feel many will appreciate." 
- Madeleine & Rikard

The droning cinematic introduction is deeply eerie in its shadowy manifestation, drawing in the eager listener with intense anticipation. "We Stand United" emerges with a fury of guitar-driven riffs and a menacing marching rhythm. ELEINE's iconic atmospheric arrangement strikes intently with Madeleine Liljestam's enthralling charismatic vocals accompanied with fierce harsh growls from Rikard Ekberg. The chorus lyric hook is certain to be one fans will be singing for a long time to come. 

"Never Forget [Live at Masters of Rock 2024]" and "We Are Legion [Live at Masters of Rock 2024]" reveal the dynamicity and enticing allure of ELEINE's live performances. The proficiency of the band and love from the crowd provide a taste of the festival experience. We Stand United ends with the symphonic version of "Promise Of Apocalypse". Placing the orchestration center stage, this interpretation creates a truly spectacular cinematic display. 

About ELEINE
ELEINE is a multifaceted, intense, epically empowering metal band from Sweden, founded in 2014 and led by vocalist Madeleine Liljestam and guitarist/growler Rikard Ekberg. Their discography includes four studio albums, two electric and even an acoustic EP, which showcase an exquisite balance of darkness with a cinematic and theatrical flair, that collide with the heavy power of influences from thrash, black and death metal. While studio album number five is in the works amidst a headline tour running across 2024-5, We Stand United will be released on September 5, 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music.

About Reigning Phoenix Music
Founded in 2023, Reigning Phoenix Music is truly the 100% independently owned vision of music industry professional Gerardo Martinez and avionics and tech entrepreneur, Sven Bogner. The blueprint is to continue to help heavy metal, extreme and hard music thrive by partnering with an array of well-established acts, new talent, and iconic artists by offering best services and practices in the industry. RPM’s paramount goal is to help the artists amplify their music and talent to a winning formula for success.

ELEINE are:
Madeleine Liljestam | vocals
Rikard Ekberg | guitars, vocals
Victor Jonasson | guitars

STARACE Release Darkly Theatrical Music Video For "When The Light Has Gone"

Brazil’s fast-rising rock band StarAce have released the official music video for their second single When The Light Has Gone. In keeping with the swaggering, soul-stung shuffle of the track, the new video brings the song’s hypnotic heartbreak to life with bold visual storytelling and a surreal narrative twist. Directed by Brazilian filmmaker Thiago Siqueira, the film follows a femme fatale, played expertly by Brazilian actress Mariana Falopa, as she spirals through a dreamlike sequence of love, betrayal, and blurred realities—set to a soundtrack that blends gypsy jazz elegance with gritty rock ‘n’ roll swagger. 

The visual narrative for “When The Light Has Gone” unfolds in two distinct acts: one grounded in a raw, sweat-soaked underground venue, and the other in a stylized, hallucinatory realm where the band appears as a gypsy jazz ensemble—mirroring the song’s seductive swing and jagged edges. Fans are pulled deep into the story’s layers as the central character attempts to bury her past—literally—and wrestles with the paradox of wanting to enchant and reject all at once. Watch the music video for “When The Light Has Gonebelow .

Listen to the track HERE



Offering further context for their new video, StarAce frontman Julio Starace explains:

“The idea for the ‘When The Light Has Gone’ video came up from the concept of a ‘sinister love,’ where a girl appears committing a crime, trying to bury her love, and goes on a trip in her head. The band is split into two acts—one real, one fantasy. We appear as a gypsy jazz band at one point, which contrasts with the ‘real’ StarAce playing a small, sweaty underground club. The audience holds flashlights as a reference to the song’s title. The end of the video is the BEST—we hope fans enjoy the revealing twist!”

When The Light Has Gone follows the band’s debut single My America,” and continues to showcase their wide emotional and sonic range. Their upcoming full-length album, produced remotely by David Frangioni (Aerosmith, KISS, Ozzy Osbourne), will include 12 tracks spanning riff-driven anthems, vintage rock ’n’ roll, soul-bearing ballads, and even country-tinged moments. More to come from Starace REAL soon!

ABOUT STARACE

StarAce is more than just a band—it’s a brotherhood of sound and spirit. Hailing from São Paulo, Brazil, brothers Julio, Luiz, and Thomaz Starace have spent years refining their craft, creating a distinct fusion of classic rock, blues, and American roots music with a modern edge. Raised in a household filled with music, their early exposure shaped their passion for storytelling and musicianship. After experimenting under various names like Ferrorama and Ted Marengos, they ultimately returned to StarAce, a name that embodies both their family heritage and artistic evolution.

With influences spanning a who's who of rock 'n' roll legends such as Led Zeppelin, Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, and Muddy Waters, StarAce’s music is a blend of raw energy, intricate vocal melodies, and heartfelt lyricism. Their sound bridges past and present, layering soulful guitar riffs, grooving bass lines, and dynamic drum beats with emotionally driven storytelling. Their upcoming debut album, produced by David Frangioni (Aerosmith, KISS, Ringo Starr), captures this fusion of classic and contemporary, delivering a collection of hard-hitting anthems and soul-stirring ballads that showcase their depth as musicians.

Each member brings a unique essence to the band’s chemistry—Julio leads with his powerful vocals and intricate guitar work, drawing from the greats like Neil Young and Jimmy Page. Luiz anchors the rhythm section, blending Paul McCartney’s melodic sensibilities with Geddy Lee’s technical prowess, while Thomaz commands the drums with precision, balancing raw energy and a refined flare with a producer’s ear for sonic excellence.

With their roots deeply embedded in classic rock and their vision set on the future, StarAce is ready to carve their own path and bring timeless rock ‘n’ roll into a new era. They're not here to save the world, they're here to bring people together and provide fans with the soundtrack to their own salvation. After years of refining their vision and sound, their long-awaited debut album, Real, is a bold, genre-spanning statement from a band ready to leave their mark on the world.

StarAce Are:

Julio Starace - Lead Vocals & Guitar 

Luiz Starace - Bass & Backing Vocals 

Thomaz Starace - Drums & Backing Vocals 

Chris Dias - Guitar & Backing Vocals 

Bia Tucci - Keys & Backing Vocals

Credit Giovanna Carlini 

Pinkshift Share "Vacant" Video

Maryland trio PINKSHIFT recently announced their new album EARTHKEEPER, which arrives August 29 via Hopeless Records. Pre-order it here

Today, the band has shared the video for the uptempo, punk rock anthem "Vacant." Watch the late-night dance party, inspired by a surprising source, below.

"For 'Vacant,' we drew upon our ever-present punk influences to create a sound that feels familiar while also introducing concepts new to us," the band states. "Though we're no strangers to breakdowns, the one in this song was inspired by grunge jam sections rather than hardcore/metalcore, and ended up becoming of the grooviest parts we've ever written."

The band finishes, "'Vacant' is cheeky, urgent, and energetic, and we wanted to reflect that visually with a lighthearted, un-serious music video. Inspired by Beyonce's '7/11' video, it showcases the three of us and our two touring members, Michael and Kirby, just hanging out. A simple concept, but it captures our genuine selves connecting and reconnecting with the song and each other as we have a late-night dance party."

Pinkshift have also announced their upcoming tour and in-store activities around album release on the east coast and in their native Baltimore. All upcoming appearances and dates are below.

IN-STORE APPEARANCES:
8/27 — Rough Trade — New York, NY (6pm)
8/28 — Repo Records — Philadelphia, PA (7pm)
8/30 — Sound Garden— Baltimore, MD (4pm)

PINKSHIFT ON TOUR:
9/27 — Brooklyn, NY — Under the K Bridge Park
10/4 — Baltimore, MD — The Amphitheatre at the Inner Harbor
10/10 — Asbury Park, NJ — Asbury Lanes
10/11 — Richmond, VA — Richmond Music Hall
10/12 — Carrboro, NC — Cat's Cradle Backroom
10/14 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade
10/15 — Orlando, FL — Conduit
10/17 — Houston, TX — White Oak Music Hall
10/18 — Austin, TX — The Ballroom
10/19 — Dallas, TX — Club Dada
10/21 — Phoenix, AZ — Rebel Lounge
10/22 — San Diego, CA — The Voodoo Room
10/23 — Santa Ana, CA — Constellation Room
10/24 — Los Angeles, CA — The Echo
10/25 — San Francisco, CA — Bottom of the Hill
10/27 — Portland, OR — Polaris Hall
10/28 — Seattle, WA — Neumos
10/30 — Salt Lake City, UT — Kilby Court
11/01 — Denver, CO — Marquis Theater
11/02 — Lawrence, KS — Bottleneck
11/04 — Minneapolis, MN — 7th Street Entry
11/05 — Chicago, IL — Bottom Lounge
11/07 — Detroit, MI — The Sanctuary
11/08 — Cleveland, OH — Mahall's
11/09 — Pittsburgh, PA — Thunderbird Music Hall & Café
11/11 — Toronto, ON — Hard Luck Bar
11/13 — Boston, MA — Brighton Music Hall
11/14 — Hamden, CT — Space Ballroom
11/15 — Philadelphia, PA — First Unitarian Church
11/16 — Washington, DC — Atlantis

Pushing Veronica Unleashes Explosive New Single "WASTED"

Prepare to get obliterated in the best way possible—PUSHING VERONICA is back with a vengeance, dropping their blistering new single "WASTED", a riotous, no-holds-barred anthem drenched in fury, hooks, and unapologetic chaos. The track is now available on all major streaming platforms.

"WASTED," by PUSHING VERONICA

is a raw and raging punk anthem for anyone who's ever been ghosted after an interview, told they’re “not the right fit,” or handed a rejection email five minutes after applying. With razor-sharp guitars and lyrics that spit in the face of corporate nonsense, this song sets the tone for defiance, desperation, and dark humor.

BIO

SoCal alt-rock powerhouse

PUSHING VERONICA first emerged as the brainchild of then-16 year old frontman

Julien Silvås, a lifelong musician who’d already established himself on the scene via a

Warped Tour appearance with his previous band, The Local Rebellion. Fixated on a mission to herald a renaissance in the worlds of pop-punk and rock, Julien continued to grow the lineup — currently consisting of original founding member and bassist Noah Rozansky, guitarist Hunter Kubat, guitarist Daniel Flores and drummer Jason Maser.

Known for their uniquely catchy signature sound, PUSHING VERONICA build on the groundwork laid by legends from Queens of the Stone Ageand Rage Against the Machine to Foo Fighters, Nirvana, The Offspring and beyond with an uninhibitedly irreverent approach. Lauded by major outlets like Alternative Press for their “infectious and high-spirited Green Day-like stylings”, the band have continued to grow their diverse and loyal fanbase over 4 US tours and a slew of other electric live performances to date.

Following a string of achievements including collaborating with renowned directors Dean Karr and Brian Cox on music videos and working with Grammy-winning producer Dave Schiffman, PUSHING VERONICA'S momentum is now at an all-time high as they prepare for their most ambitious year yet.