Adam Ezra Group -NEW “REVELATE” SINGLE - THE RAMBLE - SHOWS!!

The first single from our upcoming album Revelate drops August 13. We can’t wait for you to hear it!! 🔥🌊
👉 Presave “Revelate” now: Presave Revelate

Three Weeks Until Ramble 16 – August 23 in Ashburnham, MA

Our donate-what-you-can festival to end veteran homelessness is almost here! Hosted by RallySound, The Ramble is an unforgettable day of live music, community, and impact. Last year you helped raise $151,000 for the New England Center and Home for Veterans — Help us beat that number this year!!
🎟 Grab your tickets: Ramble 16 Tickets
📺 Watch the livestream: Ramble 16 Livestream

Limited Edition Ramble 16 Merch

We have new Ramble merch for ya!  All proceeds go to our veterans. Come check out the full store here! 

  • Artist Line-Up Shirts – Order by Aug 10th for delivery by Aug 22: Order Here

  • Women’s Flowy Tanks – Order by Aug 12 for pick-up at the Ramble merch table: Order Here

Ramble Afterparty!

The Sunday after The Ramble, midday, it’s become a tradition for us to head up to The Range in Mason, NH and play a relaxed set with our friends, basking in the glow of a job well done. Wanna join? 

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🎤 August Shows

We’re also on the road all month. Come hang, bring friends, and sing with us.

Aug 8   Elkton, MD
Aug 9   Manorville, NY
Aug 10   North Haven, CT
Aug 13   Port Clyde, ME
Aug 14   St. George, ME
Aug 15   Asbury Park, NJ
Aug 16   Vienna, VA
Aug 17   Annapolis, MD
Aug 22.  Fairport, NY
Aug 23   Ashburnham, MA  The Ramble
Aug 24   Mason, NH   Ramble Afterparty
Aug 29   Charlestown, RI
Aug 30   Enfield, NH

MAXIMO PARK maestro DUNCAN LLOYD takes us 'One Step Closer To The Dam' - dive in!

Maximo Park maestro Duncan Lloyd presents 'One Step Closer To The Dam', an uber-fun rock banger about embracing spontaneity and imperfection, with a music video that mirrors the tune's twitchy, energetic vibe through a collage of fast-paced and seemingly random visuals.

This is the latest single showcasing Lloyd's recently-released sixth album 'Unwound'. Previously with Warp Records, this is his first album of new material via Scotland's Reveal Records, who previously 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).

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.

“Similarly to the song the video isn’t perfectly edited or produced. We treated it solely as a visual extension of the music, almost like an anti-video. Mirroring the twitchy energy of the song, it evolves with a spontaneity of sped up clips, cropped lyrics, bumper cars on a loop, animated cans etc, images rotate with playfully hidden messages & meanings," says Duncan Lloyd.

Written during a difficult personal period, 'Unwound' is a 12-track collection that came into being as a form of sonic therapy - a means of coping and catharsis, forging a sound with greater depth and ambition than past 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.

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 its own room with its 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.

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.

'Unwound' is out now, available digitally via Bandcamp and digital music platforms, including Apple Music and Spotify, as well as 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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Bangalore Choir Release Lyric Video for "Bullet Train" the First Track from New Album RAPID FIRE SUCCESSION: On Target Part II

Bangalore Choir have released the the lyric video for the first single "Bullet Train" off the upcoming new BANGALORE CHOIR album to be released on BraveWords Records in late 2025. The new album is titled RAPID FIRE SUCCESSION: On Target Part II.

Listen to "Bullet Train" below:

David Reece: Vocals

Diego Pires: Lead and Rhythm Guitars

Eric Juris: Lead and Rhythm Guitars

Andy Susemihl: Lead, Rhythm Guitars & Backing Vocals

Mario Percudani: Lead, Rhythm Guitars & Backing Vocals

Riccardo Demarosi: Bass and Backing Vocals

Nello Savinelli: Drums

 

Guest appearances:

Jimmy Waldo: Keyboards

Ferdy Doernberg: Keyboards

 

Engineered by Riccardo Demorossi

Mixed and Mastered by Thomas Mergler @Tom's Soundranch

 

Fans can join the BANGALORE CHOIR email list where they will be kept informed about the new album. Join: https://m.bnds.us/hGGRHB

 

David Reece will be hitting the road later this year supporting Girlschool and his BraveWords Records label mates Alcatrazz. David Reece's Bangalore Choir will deliver a blistering set of hits from both Accept and Bangalore Choir, showcasing one of the most distinctive voices in heavy metal.

This tour is also the debut of his relaunched version of Bangalore Choir

 

Tickets: https://bit.ly/4j42NUm

Close Enemies Release New Single "More Than I Could Ever Need" through TLG|ROCK ​ 

Close Enemies, a powerhouse band featuring legendary musicians Tom Hamilton, multiple Grammy winner, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member, and bassist of the biggest-selling American rock band of all time, Aerosmith, is joined by legendary drummer Tony Brock (The Babys and Rod Stewart), touring veterans Peter Stroud (Sheryl Crow and Don Henley) and Trace Foster on guitar, and singer Chasen Hampton, who has been singing professionally since the age of 11, as a member and co-host of the famed 90s Mickey Mouse Club and pop group The Party, release their new single "More Than I Could Ever Need" through TLG|ROCK, distributed through Virgin Music Group on all major streaming platforms. 

“More Than I Could Ever Need” is a deeply personal and haunting rock ballad written by Aerosmith bassist Tom Hamilton as a tribute to his wife of almost 50 years. The song is a moving ode to commitment, passion, and the kind of love that only gets stronger with time. 

 

Close Enemies have announced upcoming tour dates under the banner “An Evening with Close Enemies – Live in Concert.” Fans can expect an intimate experience showcasing the band’s undeniable chemistry and a setlist packed with songs from Aerosmith & The Baby's along with their originals.

 

STREAM "More Than I Could Ever Need"

https://tlgent.ffm.to/closeenemies-morethanicouldeverneed

 

PLAY the single below.

Tour Dates:

 

8/28 @ Iroquois Ampitheater in Louisville, KY w/ Tom Keifer & L.A. Guns

8/29 @ The Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, IL w/ Winger

8/30 @ The Sonnentag in Eau Claire, WI w/ Tom Keifer and L.A. Guns

10/2 @ Riviera Theatre in North Tonawanda, NY w/ Tom Keifer

10/4 @ Daryl's House Club in Pawling, NY

10/8 @ Iridium Club in New York, NY

10/10 @ Six String Grill & Stage in Foxborough, MA

1/2  @ The Coach House in San Juan Capistrano, CA

1/3 @ The Whisky A Go Go in Hollywood, CA

1/7 @ Tower Theatre in Fresno, CA

1/9 @ The Guild Theatre in Menlo Park, CA

1/10 @ Goldfield Trading Post in Roseville, CA

1/11 @ The Nile Theater in Bakersfield, CA

1/23 @ Central Park Performing Arts Center in Largo, FL

1/24 @ Culture Room in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

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Omnium Gatherum Release "My Pain" Video From New Album "May The Bridges We Burn Light The Way"

After releasing "The Last Hero," the first song and video from their upcoming album May The Bridges We Burn Light The Way that arrives November 7, Omnium Gatherum are presenting "My Pain." The video was done by their longtime partner Jari Heino for Coldstore Productions.

Watch it below.  

Vocalist Jukka Pelkonen says, "'My Pain' is a story about the toughness one faces when adversary appears. It is about the rising emotions of anger, fear, and apprehension, basically the time fight or flight mode shows its face. It is common among street gangs and soldiers but also between friends, lovers, and amongst family ties. It is a story of conquering these feelings and becoming your own master."

The dedicated road dogs have recently announced more extensive, worldwide touring that starts with a North American tour in November and December that is followed by a European tour in February and March of next year.

OMNIUM GATHERUM ON TOUR:
WITH AETHER REALM + HINAYANA :
11/16 — Boston, MA — Sonia
11/17 — Quebec City, QC — Source de La Martiniere
11/18 — Montreal, QC — Foufounes Electriques
11/19 — Toronto, ON — Lee's Palace
11/20 — Detroit, MI — The Sanctuary
11/21 — Indianapolis, IN — Black Circle
11/22  — Chicago, IL — Reggie's
11/23 — Minneapolis, MN — Skyway Theater (Studio B)
11/24 — Kansas City, MO — Warehouse on Broadway
11/25 — Denver, CO — Marquis Theater
11/26 — Salt Lake City, UT — Metro Music Hall
11/28 — Seattle, WA — El Corazon
11/29 — Vancouver, BC — Rickshaw Theatre
11/30 — Portland, OR — Hawthorne Theater
12/1 — Sacramento, CA — Goldfield Midtown
12/2 — Los Angeles, CA — 1720
12/3– San Diego, CA — Brick by Brick
12/4 — Mesa, AZ — The Rosetta Room
12/5 — El Paso, TX — Rockhouse Bar & Grill
12/6 — San Antonio, TX — Paper Tiger
12/7 — Dallas, TX — Trees
12/8 — Houston, TX — White Oak Music Hall
12/10 — Orlando, FL — Conduit
12/11 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade
12/12 — Greensboro, NC — Hangar 1819
12/13 — Harrisburg, PA — Capitol City Music Hall
12/14 — New York, NY — Gramercy Theatre

OMNIUM GATHERUM ARE:
Jukka Pelkonen — Vocals
Markus Vanhala — Guitars + Clean Vocals
Aapo Koivisto — Keyboards
Mikko Kivistö — Bass + Clean Vocals
Atte Pesonen — Drums

Wind Walkers Announce New EP 'I Don't Belong Here' Out October 3 via Fearless Records + Drop "Silk & Static" Official Music Video

It's a great day to be a Wind Walkers fan! The band announced their forthcoming EP 'I Don't Belong Here' out on Friday, October 3 via Fearless Records. In celebration of the news, the quintet has dropped their new track "Silk & Static"and the official music video. Amidst glitchy electronics blended with crushing riffs and seamless melodies, the song's central theme is especially relatable to those who have a neurodivergent condition. When asked about the inspiration behind the track, Wind Walkersvocalist Trevor Borg shared:

"Writing "Silk & Static" was like staring into a mirror and unpacking every frustrating thing about myself. It came from a place of not understanding why my mind felt so chaotic all the time and why I kept getting in my own way. After recently being diagnosed with ADHD, the pieces started falling into place, and it shed a different light on the song. It was very eye-opening in the fact that I wasn't alone, and that this kind of internal noise or “static” is something others live with too. At its core, I wrote this song to offer comfort to people who can relate to feeling overwhelmed and misunderstood, while trying to make sense of themselves."

Pre-save 'I Don't Belong Here' at the link here, stream "Silk & Static" here, and watch the official music video below.

Wind Walkers are kicking off their North American run with Our Last Night and Grayscale this evening on The Final Tour, starting in St. Louis, Missouri and wrapping in Nashville, Tennessee, on September 26. Be sure to get your tickets at the link here before they're all gone.

The Final Tour Dates with Our Last Night + Grayscale:

Aug 8 - St. Louis, MO @ The Factory

Aug 9 - Chicago, IL @ Riviera Theatre

Aug10 - Minneapolis, MN @ The Fillmore

Aug 12 - Omaha, NE @ The Admiral

Aug 14 - Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium

Aug 15 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Rockwell at The Complex

Aug 16 - Garden City, ID @ Revolution Concert Hall

Aug 18 - Vancouver, BC @ Vogue Theater

Aug 19 - Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo

Aug 20 - Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater

Aug 22 - Sacramento, CA @ Channel 24

Aug 23 - Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues

Aug 24 - Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren

Aug 25 - Albuquerque, NM @ Revel

Aug 27 - Oklahoma City, OK @ Tower Theatre

Aug 28 - Dallas, TX @ House of Blues

Aug 29 - Austin, TX @ Emo's

Aug 30 - Houston, TX @ House of Blues

Sep 5 - Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution Live

Sep 6 - Orlando, FL @ Hard Rock Live

Sep 7 - Atlanta, GA @ The Eastern

Sep 9 - Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore

Sep 10 - Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore

Sep 11 - Philadelphia, PA @ Franklin Music Hall

Sep 12 - Montclair, NJ @ Wellmont

Sep 13 - Boston, MA @ Roadrunner

Sep 15 - Quebec City, QC @ Theatre Capitole

Sep 16 - Montreal, QC @ MTELUS

Sep 17 - Toronto, ON @ HISTORY

Sep 19 - Buffalo, NY @ Town Ballroom

Sep 20 - Cleveland, OH @ The Agora

Sep 21 - Royal Oak, MI @ Royal Oak Music Hall

Sep 23 - Green Bay, WI @ EPIC Event Center

Sep 24 - Indianapolis, IN @ Egyptian Room @ ONC

Sep 25 - Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart's

Sep 26 - Nashville, TN @ Ryman Auditorium

Trevor Borg - Vocals

Timothy Comeau - Guitar

Neil Comeau - Guitar

Craig Martin - Bass

Ethan Cheesman - Drums

Pagan Folk Band FAUN Unveils New Single "Nimue (Featuring Chelsea Wolfe)" + Music Video

The Pagan Folk band FAUN are excited to unveil their new single, "Nimue (Featuring Chelsea Wolfe)," taken from their upcoming album, 'Hex,' due out on September 5th. The new single arrives alongside a music video, available below.

With “Nimue,” FAUN delve deep into the legendary world of King Arthur, telling the tragic tale of Nimue’s love for the sorcerer Merlin. Joined by exceptional American artist Chelsea Wolfe, whose soaring vocals infuse the track with mysticism and ethereal beauty, the band crafts a hymn to magic, marked by striking musical dynamics. “Nimue” leads us down an enchanted path, moving from intimate, narrative verses to explosive passages driven by pounding beats, electric guitars, and cascading hurdy-gurdy flourishes. 

Watch the Music Video for "Nimue (Featuring Chelsea Wolfe)"

After being signed to Universal Music from 2012 to 2019, where they achieved gold and platinum success, FAUN released their first album on their own label, Pagan Folk Records, in April 2022. Titled 'PAGAN,' the album was met with enthusiastic praise from both press and fans, debuting at number three on the German album charts through a partnership with distributor Believe/Soulfood. Looking ahead, the band has announced plans to return to their musical roots with mystical, archaic folk and enchanted ballads on their forthcoming album, 'Hex,' set for release on September 5, 2025.

FAUN’s twelfth studio album 'HEX' explores themes of female magic, pagan myths, and ancient rituals across a variety of cultures. The title draws from the German word "Hexe" (witch) and the Old High German “Hagazussa,” meaning “one who walks between worlds.” The album focuses on pre-Christian legends from the Celtic, Anglo-Saxon, Germanic, Norse, and Turkish traditions, featuring stories such as Merlin and Nimue, Viking sacrificial rites (“Blot”), and ancient spells like “Ylfa Spere.”

Blending medieval instruments (hurdy-gurdy, bagpipes, lute, harp) with modern beats, synthesizers, and diverse global influences, 'HEX' showcases FAUN’s signature fusion of ancient and contemporary music. Collaborations include Turkish singer Fatma Turgut, Swedish musicians Daniel Pettersson and Daniel Fredriksson, and a darkly atmospheric feature with Chelsea Wolfe.

Pre-Order 'HEX' HERE

FAUN previously announced their World HEX Tour 2025, a journey that will take them across the globe, including stops in the USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Europe, and the UK. The band will also appear at some of the most prestigious festivals of 2025.

Tickets (and VIP-tickets) are available HERE. 

About FAUN:

FAUN are one of the world's leading bands for the fusion of medieval instruments with modern music and have released eleven studio albums since 2002. Their releases reached top positions in the German album charts (e.g.: ‘Pagan’ & ‘Midgard’ #3). They have also been nominated three times for the Echo, the biggest German music award, and have reached platinum status with their albums ‘Von den Elben’ and gold status with ‘Luna.’ FAUN have played more than 1000 concerts worldwide and excite the audience in cultural and seated venues as well as at music events, including folk and heavy metal festivals. With a variety of virtuously played medieval instruments, polyphonic vocals and archaic beats, FAUN are a live act that inspire thousands of listeners all over the world.

FAUN are:

Oliver Satyr: Vocals, Moraharpa

Laura Fella: Vocals

Adaya: Vocals, Bagpipe

Stephan Groth: Vocals, Hurdy-Gurdy

Niel Mitra: Synthesizer, Sampler, Keyboard, Beats

Alexander Schulz: Drums, Percussion

Mirjam Skal: Orchestration

Power metal titans PRIMAL FEAR are proud to unveil their new studio album, Domination,

Power metal titans PRIMAL FEAR are proud to unveil their new studio album, Domination, set for release on September 5th via Reigning Phoenix Music. This thunderous 13-track opus is a masterclass in sonic warfare: an unrelenting barrage of soaring vocals, earth-shattering riffs, and battle-hardened anthems forged in fire and steel.

The journey begins with "The Hunter", where the blade is drawn and the chase begins. Charged with mythic energy and sky-rending vocals, the track follows a lone warrior through scorched lands and cursed shadows. It’s a thunderous call to arms: epic, relentless, and triumphant, setting the tone for the odyssey ahead.

Hot on its heels is "Destroyer", a track that surges forward like a war machine. Fueled by breakneck double kicks, slashing guitars, and a chorus that cleaves the sky, it channels the chaos of battle into an unstoppable force. Theatrical and unflinching, it embodies the essence of melodic warfare.

But Domination isn’t just steel and fury. It also carries the heart of the hero. "Far Away" shifts the focus inward, a soaring anthem of longing and return. With emotionally charged vocals and blazing riffs, it tells the story of a soul exiled from love, journeying through fire for the promise of reunion.

The emotional heat gives way to raw power with "I Am the Primal Fear", a blazing self-declaration of strength and dominance. Galloping rhythms, serrated guitars, and a chorus like a hammer strike declare this track as the embodiment of the band’s core: untamed, unbreakable, and forged in metal’s purest form.

Emotion and might intertwine in "Tears of Fire", where grief gives rise to vengeance. From symphonic swells to searing guitar leads, the song paints heartbreak not as defeat but as transformation—fuel for divine retribution and mythic rebirth.

That same mythic fire burns through "Heroes and Gods", an anthem of mortal defiance against divine forces. With galloping riffs and soaring choruses, it honors the spirit of those who rise beyond fate and forge glory in the flames of battle. It's a tribute to courage, legacy, and the will to ascend.

At the album’s center lies "Hallucinations", a dynamic instrumental that twists reality into a fever dream. Shredding solos and intricate melodies guide listeners through surreal soundscapes. It’s a sonic descent into madness that bridges the album’s thematic halves with atmospheric might.

Emerging from this dreamlike haze is "Eden", a spiritual odyssey into a shadowed paradise. It evokes the ache of exile and the yearning for rebirth, guiding the listener through darkness and into the light. Heroic and introspective, it’s a call to face the unknown hand in hand with hope.

That hope explodes into raw emotion in "Scream", a defiant outcry set against a backdrop of fire and destruction. “It’s raining fire. Scream. We are going to extremes” becomes both mantra and warcry. This track doesn’t whisper strength; it howls it from the edge of chaos.

"The Dead Don’t Die" carries that fury into the realm of the eternal. Whether marching undead or undying resolve, the song channels an unyielding force that refuses to be silenced. With thunderous riffs and grim grandeur, it’s a hymn to those who rise again and again.

Thrown straight into the heat of conflict, "Crossfire" captures the tension of being caught between clashing powers. Its pounding rhythms and unrelenting pace make it a portrait of struggle, resilience, and survival in the storm of battle.

That storm shapes the journey of "March Boy March", a tale of a young warrior forged by duty and fire. With steady pacing and anthemic force, it tells a coming-of-age story written in steel and sacrifice. It’s a reminder that courage is born with every step forward.

The saga closes on a tender but powerful note with "A Tune I Won’t Forget". A heartfelt ballad steeped in memory and meaning, it celebrates the power of music to leave an everlasting mark on the soul. As the final notes fade, the spirit of Domination lingers: heroic, eternal, and unforgettable.

About PRIMAL FEAR:

Spanning more than 25 years of pure heavy and power metal, PRIMAL FEAR have face numerous challenges since their formation in 1997. Despite these obstacles, the band have repeatedly risen from their lowest points, like a phoenix from the ashes. After a recent line-up change, which saw Thalìa Bellezecca join on guitar and André Hilgers on drums, the group are now in the final stages of completing their upcoming 15th studio album, Domination, which is currently being recorded. "We've entered the studio and we can choose from a pool of about 25 songs! We're absolutely happy!" smiles founding member Mat Sinner (bass, vocals).

Produced by Sinner and co-produced by Ralf Scheepers & Magnus Karlsson, the new offering will be mixed and mastered by the group's confident partner Jacob Hansen at his Hansen Studios in Ribe, Denmark by the end of this year.

Long-time guitarist Magnus Karlsson, who has recently returned to the PRIMAL FEAR live touring crew, is once again a vital part of the creative process as well. He adds: "I can't wait to hit the stage with PRIMAL FEAR again! It's going to be an incredible ride! We're going to create something truly special together, both live and in the studio, and I'm so grateful to share this journey with all you metalheads! Metal is forever!"

The metal titans are determined to outdo themselves once again and to surpass the success of their recent album Code Red, which achieved the highest chart notations in the band's history. Their efforts are progressing exceptionally well. Vocalist Ralf Scheepers states about the current process: "I haven't felt as great in a long time as I did singing some of the new songs!"

But that's not all: behind the scenes, preparations are in full swing, and PRIMAL FEAR fans should mark September 5, 2025 on their calendars. This date not only marks the release of Domination but also the launch of a European tour, starting in Hamburg, Germany, and spanning eight countries to celebrate the album's debut. The tour will be preceded by several festival appearances (more details to be announced soon, so stay tuned!), with their first performance featuring the highly energized new line-up set for Rock in Rautheim next May.

PRIMAL FEAR are:

Ralf Scheepers | vocals
Mat Sinner | bass, vocals
Magnus Karlsson | guitars
Thalìa Bellazecca | guitars
André Hilgers | drums

DIE SPITZ RELEASE "POP PUNK ANTHEM (SORRY FOR THE DELAY)"

Texas four-piece Die Spitz have released "Pop Punk Anthem (Sorry for the Delay", the second single off upcoming debut album, Something to Consume, due Sept 12 via Third Man Records. 

 

The record arrives on standard black vinyl, indie 'opaque green' vinyl, CD, and Cassette. 

DESPISED ICON REVEAL NEW ALBUM SHADOW WORK + RELEASE MUSIC VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE 'OVER MY DEAD BODY'

Canadian deathcore pioneers DESPISED ICON return with their seventh full-length album, Shadow Work which will be released on October 31, 2025 via Nuclear Blast Records. Their first new music in six years, the album stands as the band's most fine-tuned and dynamic effort to date, balancing relentless speed, crushing grooves, and morbid melodies, while remaining true to their signature blend of extreme death metal and hardcore grit. 

Today, DESPISED ICON release their ferocious new anthem entitled, 'Over My Dead Body' featuring Matt Honeycutt of KUBLAI KHAN TX. The single features eerie atmospherics and a crushing breakdown that confronts fear and doubt with iron resolve—a battle cry of self-belief, pain, and purpose. Watch the music video directed by Didier Charette, below.

DESPISED ICON's Alex Erian comments, "Even though our first jam dates back to the fall of 2000, it wasn’t until 2002 that we started playing shows and putting out music. From day one, Despised Icon has always stuck to a 'if it’s not ready, it’s not ready' mindset with everything we create. Fast forward almost six years since our last album Purgatory, and not much has changed. We’ve taken our time once again, and now we’re finally ready to turn the page and release what we feel is our most fine-tuned and dynamic record to date—staying grounded in the sound and spirit we helped define. We can’t wait to share new music with you all very soon."

Nuclear Blast American Label Manager & A&R Tommy Jones comments, “The wait was well worth it! This is a fantastic album and I cannot wait for the world to hear it in it’s entirety. Great things come out of the shadows.”

Pre-order/pre-save Shadow Work: 
https://despisedicon.bfan.link/shadow-work

Stream 'Over My Dead Body' featuring Matt Honeycutt of KUBLAI KHAN TX:
https://despisedicon.bfan.link/over-my-dead-body

Shadow Work is now available for pre-order in the following formats:

  • CD Jewelcase

  • Gold & Black Corona Vinyl

Shadow Work was produced by the band’s own Alex Erian and Eric Jarrin, while Christian Donaldson (CRYPTOPSY, SHADOW OF INTENT, SIGNS OF THE SWARM) handled mixing and mastering. The album marks a significant chapter for a band whose core lineup has remained largely unchanged since its inception. It’s a deeply introspective record that reflects both personal growth and the turbulence of the world around us. The artwork for the album was created by Eliran Kantor (HATEBREED, THY ART IS MURDER, CAVALERA).

Earlier this week, DESPISED ICON announced they would join headliner's SANGUISUGABOGG on their U.S. tour. Joining the package as support are DEFEATED SANITY, and CORPSE PILE. Prior to the 22-date trek, the band will make appearances at Festival de Musique Emergente and the New England Metal and Hardcore Festival. The run will conclude with 2 headliner hometown shows on December 6th (sold out) and 7th at Club Soda.
 

08.31  Rouyn-Noranda, QC @ Festival de Musique Emergente ^
09.20  Worcester, MA @ New England Metal and Hardcore Festival ^
11.04  Detroit, MI @ St. Andrews Hall
11.05  Chicago, IL @ Metro
11.06  Indianapolis, IN @ Deluxe (Old National Centre)
11.07  Lawrence, KS @ The Granada
11.08  Denver, CO @ Summit Music Hall
11.09  Albuquerque, NM @ El Rey
11.11  Phoenix, AZ @ The Nile Theater
11.12  Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory
11.13  Berkeley, CA @ UC Theatre
11.14  Los Angeles, CA @ The Regent
11.15  Las Vegas, NV @ Fremont Country Club
11.17  Dallas, TX @ Echo Lounge & Music Hall
11.18  Austin, TX @ Mohawk
11.19  Houston, TX @ White Oak (Downstairs)
11.21  Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum
11.22  Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
11.23  Charlotte, NC @ The Underground
11.25  Pittsburgh, PA @ Roxian Theatre
11.26  Baltimore, MD @ Baltimore Soundstage
11.28  New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
11.29  Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
11.30  Columbus, OH @ The King of Clubs
12.06  Montreal, QC @ Club Soda *sold out* ^
12.07  Montreal, QC @ Club Soda *Second show added* ^

^ - DESPISED ICON only

DESPISED ICON's line-up is:
Alex Erian | Vocals
Steve Marois | Vocals
Eric Jarrin | Guitars
Ben Landreville | Guitars
Sébastien Piché | Bass
Alex "Grind" Pelletier | Drums

VÖLUR & CARES Release Breathless Spirit With Video for “Windbourne Sorcery II”

Toronto-based trio VÖLUR, the band that has spent the past decade proving heavy music doesn’t need guitars, join forces with producer and sound artist CARES (James Beardmore) to release their fourth full-length album Breathless Spirit today via Black Throne Productions. The record arrives alongside the premiere of a haunting video for “Windbourne Sorcery II,” an otherworldly piece of doom-folk storytelling featuring guest vocals from Amy Bowles (PONY DA LOOK).

Breathless Spirit is VÖLUR & CARES’ most immersive and uncompromising work to date, a six-track journey through dread, exile, and psychic unraveling inspired by The Saga of Grettir the Strong, a 13th-century Icelandic tale of a cursed outlaw. Blending doom, folk, black metal, free improvisation, and world music traditions, the album reimagines myth as sound: cinematic, spectral, and unbound by genre.

CARES’ role goes far beyond production, contributing piano, synthesizers, theremin, custom-built electronics, and radical sound processing to expand VÖLUR’s acoustic core of violin, bass, and drums into liminal territory. Through fractured textures, spectral layering, and immersive re-amping, the collaboration transforms Breathless Spirit into something part metal ritual, part sound art installation.

“Windbourne Sorcery II,” the record’s third track, shifts from crushing doom riffs to an introspective folk lament. Told from the perspective of a witch cursing Grettir, the song is filled with paradoxes, air that freezes, snow that burns, and builds toward a hallucinatory vision of an encroaching iceberg, a solid wall of metallic ice on an unalterable course. The new video channels the song’s stark intensity, pairing its dynamic shifts with imagery steeped in isolation, magic, and the inevitability of fate.

Breathless Spirit is available today on black vinyl in standard and limited “diehard” editions, the latter including a 7-inch bonus record (Flutterby Number and Glamr) and a 20g packet of custom-blended Breathless Spirit tea. Digital formats also include the bonus track Glamr, unavailable on streaming platforms.

About VÖLUR & CARES

VÖLUR is a Toronto-based experimental doom metal trio composed of Laura C. Bates (violin, vocals), Lucas Gadke (bass, vocals), and Justin Ruppel (drums). Known for their unorthodox instrumentation and boundary-pushing compositions, VÖLUR draws from a wide range of influences including doom metal, European folk, free improvisation, classical music, and Persian/Kurdish traditions. Their sound, often described as haunting and cinematic, blends thunderous low-end weight with fragile melodic tension. Since forming in 2014, they have released multiple albums and EPs, performed at festivals such as ProphecyFest and Sled Island, and collaborated with artists from around the world as part of their Die Sprachen der Vögel series.

CARES is the project of James Beardmore, a UK-born, Ontario-based musician and producer. Known for his experimental production methods and emotional sonic textures, Beardmore integrates analog synthesizers, hacked hardware, custom Max/MSP instruments, and field recordings into compositions that are as tactile as they are atmospheric. His work with VÖLUR on Breathless Spirit is a seamless collaboration that expands the band’s sonic universe, elevating their music into a richly layered fusion of organic and electronic sound.

Together, VÖLUR & CARES create immersive, mythically charged music that resists categorization, rooted in story and sound, breath and ritual.

VÖLUR is:
 

  • Laura C. Bates – violin, electric violin, viola, cymbals, vocals

  • Lucas Gadke – electric bass, double bass, harmonium, keyboards, tanbur, clarinet, bass clarinet, vocals

  • Justin Ruppel – drums, percussion


Connect with VÖLUR:

Website: www.volurdoom.com
Bandcamp: https://volur.bandcamp.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VolurDoom/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volurdoom/​
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/volurdoom
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/volurdoom
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@volurdoom
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Y2XCmgrMhdMpoNdGibU01 

Attack Attack! Raises The Stakes With "Attack Attack! II" - Out Now!

Metalcore titans, Attack Attack!, have today unleashed their brand new album, "Attack Attack! II" via Oxide Records. It's been over a decade since fans last got a full-length ride with metalcore's favorite troublemakers, and the wait is officially over! Packed with high-octane riffs, explosive energy, and a few surprises only Attack Attack! could pull off, this album is more than just a comeback. Fans can listen to "Attack Attack! II" HERE.

Accompanying today's release is yet again, another monstrous single, "Karmageddon", which happens to be one of Attack Attack!'s heaviest tracks to date. A relentless dose of the band's signature intensity and attitude, packed into a ferocious, unapologetic onslaught that showcases the band at their most unyielding.

As the streams continue to climb and the hot takes around "Attack Attack! II" multiply, Attack Attack! weigh in:

"We guarantee this album sounds even better if you hit repeat.”

In celebration of their upcoming record, "Attack Attack! II", the band will be embarking on the ONE HIT WONDER Tour next week, where they'll be bringing their chaotic new era to cities across the US. Fans can purchase tickets to the ONE HIT WONDER Tour now HERE.

Prior to today's album release, Attack Attack! also released four massive singles, "Dance!" featuring Will Ramos of Lorna Shore, "Chainless", "ONE HIT WONDER", and "i complain on r/metalcore". After blindsiding fans with a fake-out country remix, the real version of "Dance!" delivered sheer chaos and pit-stirring aggression as they teamed up with one of deathcore's most recognizable voices, Will Ramos, for their first ever official feature. The first two tracks sent metalcore into a tailspin, sparking conversations from fans to top-tier music outlets - Revolver, Metal Injection, Rock Sound, etc - who hailed Attack Attack! for their fearless return. "ONE HIT WONDER" and "i complain on r/metalcore" kept the momentum surging, setting the tone for an audacious new era that is loud, unavoidable, and fearlessly sarcastic.

Formed in 2007, Attack Attack! has become a staple in the metalcore scene, amassing over 100 million streams across major streaming platforms on multiple chart-topping records. As torchbearers of the genre, the band continue to push the boundaries of metalcore while solidifying their place in its ever-growing legacy. Known for their no-holds-barred approach, Attack Attack! remain unpredictable as ever, with more bold twists in store for the year ahead.

Be sure to stay tuned for more Attack Attack! news coming very soon.

ONE HIT WONDER TOUR

Aug 12 | Atlanta, GA | The Masquerade Hall

Aug 13 | Winter Park, FL | Conduit

Aug 14 | Charleston, SC | Music Farm

Aug 15 | Richmond, VA | Canal Club

Aug 16 | Reading, PA | Reverb

Aug 17 | New York, NY | Racket

Aug 19 | Buffalo, NY | Rec Room

Aug 20 | Pittsburgh, PA | Crafthouse

Aug 21 | Detroit, MI | The Shelter

Aug 22 | Cleveland, OH | Globe Hall

Aug 23 | Joliet, IL | The Forge

Aug 24 | Minneapolis, MN | Fine Line Music Cafe

Aug 26 | Des Moines, IA | Wooly's

Aug 27 | Omaha, NE | The Waiting Room

Aug 29 | Denver, CO | Marquis Theater

Aug 30 | Grand Junction, CO | Mesa Theater

Aug 31 | Salt Lake City, UT | Metro Music Hall

Sep 2 | Seattle, WA | The Crocodile

Sep 3 | Portland, OR | The Nova PDX

Sep 5 | Roseville, CA | Goldfield's

Sep 6 | Los Angeles, CA | Echoplex

Sep 7 | Phoenix, AZ | The Rosetta Room

Sep 9 | San Antonio, TX | The Rock Box

Sep 10 | Houston, TX | Scout. Bar

Sep 11 | Dallas, TX | Puzzles

Sep 12 | Tulsa, OK | The Vanguard

Sep 13 | Wichita, KS | Wave

Sep 14 | Springfield, MO | The Regency

Sep 16 | St Louis, MO | Red Flag

Sep 17 | Nashville, TN | The Basement East

Sep 18 | Fort Wayne, IN | Piere's

Sep 20 | Louisville, KY | Louder Than Life

Full tour information can be found HERE.

ABOUT ATTACK ATTACK!

If you went to Warped Tour in the mid 2000’s, shopped at Hot Topic, or were active on Myspace; then you have heard the name “Attack Attack!” While the band’s early career was relatively short-lived, their reputation has done nothing but grow since the band went on indefinite hiatus in 2013. Known for incorporating dance/electronica music with metal, the band consistently bent the rules of songwriting. They took the sounds they liked and crafted seemingly incompatible genres into anthems for local Ohio scene kids, and later, audiences across the globe. After years of silence, Attack Attack!exploded back onto the scene in 2020. They’re here to remind you that rules are made to be broken, adversity is meant to be overcome, and that legends never die.

Swedish Metal Powerhouse THERMALITY Shares New Single "Brainstorm" + Lyric Video

Swedish metal powerhouse THERMALITY proudly unleash their crushing new single, "Brainstorm," out now via Sound Pollution / Black Lodge Records. The track is accompanied by an official lyric video, available below.

Packed with relentless riffs, thunderous grooves, and raw intensity, "Brainstorm" delivers a full-on sonic assault that captures the unrelenting power and precision THERMALITY is known for. This is real metal. This is THERMALITY.

Watch the Lyric Video for "Brainstorm" Below.

Hailing from the heart of Sweden, THERMALITY brings a fresh and innovative approach to the genre, blending nostalgic elements with a contemporary edge.



Since their inception in 2020, THERMALITY has ascended swiftly, garnering plenty of acclaim for their debut album, 'Before I Get to Rest,' released in February 2023. Building upon this success, in June of 2023 the band unveiled their first EP, 'Tales from the North,' which received widespread praise from fans and critics alike.

With their 2024 album 'The Final Hours,' THERMALITY embarks on a journey of old-school aggression and modern innovation. Recorded at the esteemed Studio Fredman and expertly mixed and mastered by Fredrik Nordström, the album represents a pinnacle of the band's creative prowess.

THERMALITY are:

Hampus Sätterlund - Drums

Ludvig Sommar - Vocals

Noel Hoflund Jonsson - Guitar

Ture Skärfstad Stål - Bass

Walter Hamilton - Guitar

📸: Walter Hamilton

Fargo Releases "Frontpage Lover (Live)" Visualizer From "Live in '25"

German hard rockers FARGO have  dropped the visualizer for "Frontpage Lover (Live)," the new single from their upcoming live album Live In '25.
 
Founder and bass player Peter Knorn says, "It was a different era when our album Frontpage Lover was released in 1981. Our record company was desperate to give us a new image: Our band logo was ignored and given a 'plain font' to make us more mainstream. While at the same time, and against our will, it was also decided to put a half-naked lady on the cover being hit on her ass by some bloke with a rolled-up newspaper. We were deeply embarrassed. But our music spoke a language all of its own — reason enough for Germany's biggest TV station (ZDF) to present the cover song on their music program Rock Pop. This gave Frontpage Lover a massive push and a completely unique dynamic."

Watch the "Frontpage Lover (Live)" visualizer below.  

Live In '25 will be released on September 12 through Steamhammer/SPV as CD digipak, 2LP version, and digital , and can be pre-ordered here.

The album boasts 65 minutes of concentrated classic rock, capturing the essence of six studio albums to create a new whole.

The material was recorded at concerts in Germany throughout November 2024.

The lineup features bass player Knorn and singer and guitar player Peter Ladwig — two original members — complemented by guitarist Henny Wolter (Nitrogods and formerly Thunderhead) and drummer Nikolas Fritz (ex-Mob Rules). 

 

Knorn says, "This live album is not only an exciting journey through the entire history of Fargo, but also a declaration of love to our fans and the timeless sound of classic rock." It's a "must listen" for anyone who wants to relive the energy and passion of special concert evenings.


Founded in 1973 by "Fargopeter" Knorn, the band was joined three years later by Ladwig and shortly afterwards by guitarist Matthias Jabs. When the latter joined the Scorpions in 1978, Fargo's musical style changed to classic rock. It was a good decision, because this chain of fortunate circumstances meant that the Fargo debut album Wishing Well was released worldwide by the corporate giant EMI just one year later. Three more studio albums followed until 1982, now on EMI's renowned "Harvest" label.

The band toured all over Europe several times, shared stages with the biggest names in rock, touring with AC/DC, Mothers Finest, April Wine, and The Small Faces, among others, and also left their mark on TV (including "Rock Pop," ZDF). Because of their stage show (Knorn's legendary somersault while playing his bass was a sight to see), the biggest European youth magazine BRAVO also devoted two whole pages to the Fargo bassist in January 1981.

After a period of upheaval, Fargo evolved to form hard rock band Victory in 1984 and almost seamlessly continued along the successful career trajectory of its predecessor band. Fargo may have been history, but the band was by no means forgotten.

34 years later, Fargo reformed in 2018 and released their fifth studio album Constellation, followed by Strangers D'Amour in 2021. In 2024, the first four albums were made available again on vinyl and also as a 4-CD slipcase titled The Early Years.

JAMES CLARKE FIVE (ex-CHERRY BOYS) presents stunning powerpop single 'Lennie Dale (Fly Fly Fly)'

UK power pop artist James Clarke Five presents the single 'Lennie Dale (Fly Fly Fly)', released via UK label Favourite Recordings. Mixing classic baroque pop with strong melodies and distinctive chord changes, his melodic sound brings overtones of glam rock and psychedelic pop.

Now based in London, James Clarke Five is the solo project of James Hughes, perhaps best known as keyboardist and vocalist for Liverpool 80's new wave bands The Cherry Boys and Exhibit B. Contemporaries of Echo & The Bunnymen and The Teardrop Explodes, The Cherry Boys played with The LA’s, Cast, The Icicle Works and Lightning Seeds.

'Lennie Dale (Fly Fly Fly)' is inspired by the life of Lennie Dale, a New Yorker and adopted Brazilian. A dancer, singer and choreographer, who became involved in the Bossa Nova movement, he recorded several albums in the bossa jazz style, and later founded and starred in the 1970s theatre group Dzi Croquettes, known for their flamboyant and androgynous style.

This single attempts to encapsulate his spirit of defiance and resistance in the face of censorship from the military dictatorship in Brazil in the 1970s. Recorded in his home studio in London, James produced and mastered this single, performing all instruments and vocals.

“Many artists tend to write about their own journey, their own experiences. And that’s fine - but there’s a lot of it about!  I find it more interesting to write about other people’s lives, and their struggles - perhaps more obscure figures who to me are in some way heroic.  And I think ‘Lennie Dale’ is a typical of that approach," says James Hughes.

Upon moving to London in the early 2000s, Hughes launched James Clarke Five with the barnstorming single 'Get Out Of Bed' and later found success with his song 'Sexbombe Uber Alles', the main theme of the film 'Last Shop Standing'. His most recent albums 'Zoom and The Gadflies' (2024), 'Underneath The Lemon Tree' (2021) and 'ParlourSounds' (2018), released by iconic Canadian label The Beautiful Music, garnered rave reviews. His music has also appeared in the film 'Soundtrack to Sixteen'and has amassed over 1.25 million Spotify streams to date.

As of August 7, 'Lennie Dale (Fly Fly Fly)' is available from fine digital platforms, including Spotify, Apple and Bandcamp.  

CREDITS
Written by James Clarke (AKA James Hughes)
Vocals and all instruments by James Clarke
Produced & mastered by James Clarke
Cover artwork by James Clarke
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR


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JASON ALDEAN BRINGS FULL THROTTLE TOUR TO SOLD-OUT NASHVILLE CROWD

ACM Artist of the Decade and 3X Entertainer of the Year, Country powerhouse Jason Aldean brought his FULL THROTTLE tour to Bridgestone Arena in Nashville last night, playing “an amazing show” (Parade) with a jam-packed set list of 22 hits to the sold-out crowd. Having solidified his “Country superstar status” (Variety) with 30 No. 1 career hits at Country radio, nearly 20 billion streams, and more than 20 million albums sold with “his own recipe…one that has vaulted him to the pinnacle of Country music success” (Atlanta Journal Constitution), Aldean headlined the venue “for the fifth time in 13 years” (The Tennessean) and showcased his reigning Artist of the Decade status to the crowd at Bridgestone, who sang every word of the show’s setlist. The “event highlighted that the enduring vocal quality and earnest storytelling of the performer have allowed him to usher in a new career chapter” (The Tennessean).

Prior to the show, Aldean was honored with a SoundExchange Hall Of Fame Award, presented by SoundExchange’s Associate Director of Artist & Industry Relations Marc Rucker, for being among the most streamed artists of all time. Rucker noted numerous Aldean tracks have landed in their top 1000 tracks of all-time, including “You Make It Easy,” “Dirt Road Anthem,” “Big Green Tractor,” and more. Additionally, BMG Americas’ President, Frontline Recordings Jon Loba also surprised Aldean with a 4X Platinum plaque for his debut album. 

Aldean kicked off the show with “Hicktown,” and played from his catalogue of  30 #1 hits and fan favorites before later surprising the crowd with special guest Kane Brown--who Aldean gave one of his first tour opening slots to early on-- bringing him out to sing Aldean’s #1 crossover hit “Dirt Road Anthem,” before ending the night with his Grammy-nominated hit “If I Didn’t Love You,” and #1 hits “My Kinda Party” and “She’s Country.” Openers included Nate Smith and RaeLynn. 

Produced by Live Nation, Aldean’s FULL THROTTLE TOUR is currently in full swing and heads to Noblesville, IN tonight (8/8) and Pittsburgh, PA on Saturday (8/9) before heading to Dallas, Houston, Austin, Raleigh, Charlotte and more cities across the US and internationally.

Photo ID (L to R): BMG Americas, President, Frontline Recordings Jon Loba, BMG, CEO Thomas Coesfeld, Jason Aldean, BMG Chief Strategy Officer Johannes von Schwarzkopf, BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville, EVP Recorded Music JoJamie Hahr & BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville General Manager Peter Strickland presented Aldean with a 4X Platinum debut album plaque.

The Georgia native recently announced the international extension of his FULL THROTTLE Tour, adding dates in New Zealand and Australia starting in 2026. The FULL THROTTLE WORLD TOUR marks Aldean’s first time headlining New Zealand and his first return to Australia since headlining in 2016 - where he became the first headliner to ever sell out CMC Rocks QLD Country Music. Aldean’s 2026 international run is set to kick off Thursday, February 19th at Spark Arena in Auckland, before heading to Australia for additional headlining dates including Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. Aldean will also headline inaugural country music experience, Sunburnt Country, with headlining shows scheduled for Toowoomba, Hunter Valley, and Canberra. For a full list  of domestic and international FULL THROTTLE Tour dates and to purchase tickets, visit www.jasonaldean.com.

LANIE GARDNER UNVEILS POWERFUL TITLE TRACK "FADED POLAROIDS" FOLLOWING HER GRAND OLE OPRY DEBUT THIS WEEK

Named a 2025 Artist to Watch by the Recording Academy, Lanie Gardner wraps a milestone week with her Grand Ole Opry debut and the release of “Faded Polaroids,” the title track from her upcoming sophomore album, due September 5 via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. Listen below.

The bold, deeply personal track is fueled by distorted indie-pop and commanding vocals. Gardner flips through snapshots, some crisp, others nicotine-stained and weathered by time, mapping where she’s been and who she’s becoming.

“‘Faded Polaroids’ is the heart of the album,” Gardner shares. “The idea came from going through a box of old photos. How I experience life today is because of those moments,” she explains. “The biggest thing I’ve learned is how important it is to remember. The simple things make you happy, and to understand that, you have to search for yourself.”

Faded Polaroids, produced by Oscar Charles, Jonathan Singleton, Chris Ganoudis, and Don Miggs, expands on the raw honesty of Gardner’s 2024 debut A Songwriter’s Diary. The album offers a sonic scrapbook of self-discovery, family roots, romantic twists, and personal healing. Across 18 tracks, Gardner blends country storytelling with indie-rock grit, small-town pop, and boundary-free emotion, delivering a sound that’s uniquely her own.

Born and raised in the tiny Appalachian town of Burnsville, NC, Gardner grew up in a family of natural musicians, learning to sing from her mother and play guitar from her father. A loner-turned-artist with a gift for turning diary entries into cathartic anthems, she eventually left home for Nashville to chase the Grand Ole Opry dream of her late grandfather, a dream that came full circle with her debut earlier this week.

Following her recent Polaroids EP and breakout debut album, which earned her “2025 Artist to Watch” nods from both the Recording Academy and Amazon Music and Apple Music Country’s “Riser of the Month,” Faded Polaroids finds Gardner stepping fully into her sound. From the soul-cleansing “Takin’ The Slow Ride” and smoldering “Concrete Cowboy” to the nostalgic title track and breezy “Love You Like Appalachia,” the album captures a rising star in her magic hour: honest, unfiltered, and unforgettable.

Gardner will bring Faded Polaroids to life on the road this summer and fall, supporting Gavin Adcock on select stops. Visit laniegardnermusic.com for ticket information.

ABOUT LANIE GARDNER:

Lanie Gardner’s extraordinary journey is a testament to her unmatched talent and unwavering determination, from her roots in the Appalachian Mountains to international stages. A gifted storyteller and songwriter from an early age, she crafted a distinctive blend of classic rock, R&B, and country that quickly set her apart. Her career skyrocketed after her cover of Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” went viral, amassing over 100 million views. With her debut self-penned album A Songwriter’s Diary, released in late 2024, Gardner delivered a deeply personal 10-track journey through her creative beginnings. Lanie’s rise includes being named a “2025 Artist to Watch” by the Recording Academy and Amazon Music, and CMT’s Next Women of Country: Class of 2025. From movie soundtracks (Queen of the Ring, Twisters) to touring with the Jonas Brothers, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, and ZZ Ward, she’s on the fast-track to stardom. Recent collaborations include Thomas Rhett (“What Could Go Right”), Warren Zeiders (“Love In Letting Go”) and Dorothy (“Tombstone Town”). This year alone, she made her Stagecoach debut, joined Corey Kent’s Black Bandana Tour, and will hit the road again this summer/fall with Gavin Adcock. She was also recently invited to make her Opry debut, further solidifying her place as one of the genre’s most exciting new voices. Faded Polaroids, her sophomore release dropping on September 5, offers a sonic scrapbook of self-discovery, family roots, romantic twists, and personal healing. Across the album’s 18 tracks, Gardner blends country storytelling with indie-rock grit, small-town pop, and boundary-free emotion.

Annie Bosko Drops Coastal Breakup Anthem “Tequila Time”

As she continues to build to her forthcoming debut LP, rising singer/songwriter Annie Bosko releases “Tequila Time,” a coastal break-up anthem available now via QHMG/Stone Country Records. The California native partnered with Código 1530 to bring the song’s “spirit” to life, featured in the “Tequila Time” visualizer. Watch the visualizer Below.
 
“I wanted to explore adding Latin influences into my music,” shares Bosko. “Growing up out West, I’ve always loved Latin culture, and we were intentional about making this one feel like an escape to a beach in Mexico, with accordion, maracas and a guiro.
 
“Seeing as many of us have needed a little liquid courage to get through tough times,” she adds, “I hope this song brings a smile — and maybe a toast — to anyone who’s been there.”
 
Written by Bosko alongside David “Messy” Mescon and Bridgette Tatum, “Tequila Time” pairs a laid-back groove with a dose of humor, turning a tough moment into a reminder that sometimes the best course of action is to let go:

Today’s release follows “Country Girls! (Who Runs The World),” which arrived with an original line dance brought to life in a surprise flash mob at CMA Fest, where Bosko joined forces with a group of line dancers from Nashville Dance Fest at the Ariat storefront in downtown Nashville. Watch the flash mob HERE and watch a tutorial for the original line dance HERE.
 
Bosko also recently released “God Winks,” a tribute to faith and divine timing during moments of uncertainty. The California native brought the song to RFD-TV’s “On the Record” and Fox 11’s “Good Day LA” in Los Angeles.
 
Bosko is set to perform at Backstage Access Presents Heartland 2025 on Aug.29, Nashville Dance Fest on Sept. 7 and Genesee Theatre with Jessica Simpson on Sept. 20, among additional dates throughout 2025.
 
For more information, visit AnnieBosko.

About Annie Bosko
With a voice that beams like a ray of California sunshine, singer-songwriter Annie Bosko returns to the studio, channeling fresh inspiration into a new chapter of music. Writing alongside David ‘Messy’ Mescon, Jeffrey Steele, Bridgette Tatum, and more, and collaborating with producer Trent Willmon, Bosko is crafting songs that reflect her upbringing as a farmer’s daughter. With fresh releases such as “Tequila Time,” “Country Girls! (Who Runs the World),” “God Winks” and “California Cowgirl,” Bosko embraces her west coast roots that run deep in the heart of California’s agricultural country. Her forthcoming debut album on Stone Country Records showcases a sound shaped by ‘90s country twang and raw, heartfelt storytelling. Her self-titled EP saw the Golden State native making her late-night debut on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” with a performance of “Neon Baby” – a track that also marked her first charting single at Country radio. Bosko followed her acclaimed EP with stunning collaborations featuring country icons including Vince Gill on the reflective ballad “Higher Ground” and Dwight Yoakam on the Bakersfield-rooted “Heart Burn.” Top 40 duet “Better Than You” with Joe Nichols hit the Country radio airwaves as a top five most-added song for five consecutive weeks, including one week before impact. Bosko broke out in 2014 with the SiriusXM/CMT hit “Crooked Halo,” which has amassed more than 3 million streams, earning her a title as an Artist to Watch from Rolling Stone Country. She went on to write songs recorded by Willie Nelson and Jessica Simpson, tour alongside Tim McGraw, Dierks Bentley and Blake Shelton, sell out the famed Troubadour and perform on the Grand Ole Opry and at Ryman Auditorium while also becoming an in-demand studio vocalist. Fresh off a Mane Stage performance at Stagecoach and her Rodeo Houston debut, Bosko is set to perform at Backstage Access Presents Heartland 2025, Nashville Dance Fest and Genesee Theatre with Jessica Simpson, among additional dates throughout 2025.For more information, visit AnnieBosko.com or follow along on Instagram, TikTok, X @AnnieBosko and Facebook.com/AnnieBoskoMusic.

Chase Rice's New Album ELDORA Arrives Sept. 19; "Circa 1943" Out Now

With ELDORA, arriving September 19, Diamond-certified songwriter Chase Rice proves once again that he's not chasing anything but the truth. The follow-up to 2024’s Go Down Singin’ – his first release since stepping away from the major label system – doubles down on the grit, heart and unfiltered storytelling that’s always been at the core of Rice’s songwriting. Pre-order/pre-save HERE.
 
Written primarily in the quiet solitude of Eldora, Colorado, in the days following his recent performance at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre, the 12-song album Rice revealed directly to fans is as much a reflection of place as it is of person. In that mountain stillness, he found a creative reset – one rooted not in chasing hits or chart positions, but in chasing moments that matter and songs that leave a mark. 
 
“This is the kind of music I’ve always loved and the kind of stories I’ve always wanted to tell,” reflects Rice. “I hope the past few years have helped fans see that this is the real me, not the person who was chasing trends or afraid to do something different. ELDORA isn’t about proving anything – it’s about making something that’s real and letting it speak for itself.”
 
That intention is clear in the release of today’s offering, “Circa 1943.” Written by Rice alongside Wyatt McCubbin and producer Oscar Charles, the song tells a bittersweet love story set against the backdrop of World War II, paying quiet tribute to the courage and heart of the Greatest Generation. Listen Below.

“Harold and Berniece were my mom’s parents,” shares Rice. “They didn’t meet around 1943, he never took a bullet to the leg to my knowledge, she had brown eyes, not blue, he was not a Marine (he was very proudly Air Force), and she was not a nurse in our military. However, he did make her laugh and loved her with every ounce of his being. Their names are the only true parts about this story – nevertheless, I hope it honors them and anybody from the Greatest Generation who fought and/or died for our amazing country.”
 
Today’s release joins “Two Tone Trippin’” in previewing the forthcoming project, with the jangly, guitar-picking joyride capturing the heart of summer and the spirit of a classic American truck – revving up a well-worn symbol of Country storytelling with fresh detail and classic Country flair. 
 
With Rice spending the summer exploring back roads out West in his own two tone, fans can catch him between adventures on the Go Down Singin’ International Tour, underway now. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit ChaseRice.com and follow on Facebook, Twitter/X and TikTok @ChaseRiceMusic and on Instagram @ChaseRice.