The Mendenhall Experiment Release New EP 'Chasing Ghosts' ​   

From Southern California skies, The Mendenhall Experiment unleashes their new Chasing Ghosts EP — seven visceral tracks forged in fire, grit, and heart. Founded by Brandon Mendenhall, a guitarist born with cerebral palsy who refused every “you can’t,” this band transforms limitation into raw power. Joined by Nathan Stockton (legally blind & deaf) and a full-tilt lineup, they harness metal’s roar to shatter stereotypes and raise disability awareness. This EP is music for the bold, for the outsiders, for anyone daring to seize the day. The EP released today via Lucent Records distributed by Tuff Gong International.

 

Produced by acclaimed producer Chris Collier (Korn, Prong, Metal Church) and executive produced by Brandon Mendenhall and The Mendenhall Experiment, Chasing Ghosts delivers the band’s signature blend of crushing riffs, soaring melodies, and authentic emotion. 

 

“'Chasing Ghosts' is a collection of singles from our first two Ep’s 2017’s 'The Mendenhall Experiment' (self titled) and 2022’s 'Against All Odds'. We wanted to put all these songs together on a proper release, so that the fans can find these jams in one place and take them home. Some are deep cuts, some are brand new never before heard, some are fan favorites. In short, 'Chasing Ghosts' takes you on the journey that is The Mendenhall Experiment, Past, Present, and even a glimpse into the Future,” shares Brandon Mendenhall.

 

The band received another Danny Award from Daniel’s Music Foundation for the 6th Annual Danny Awards in NYC on October 25th 2025. 

 

Chasing Ghosts is avialable now on all major streaming platforms.

Formed in 2008 and based in Southern California, The Mendenhall Experiment (TMX)was born as Brandon Mendenhall’s own personal aspiration to be in a world-famous band while working within the limitations of Cerebral Palsy, knowing full well that the cards were stacked against finding musicians willing to work with him. Born with Cerebral Palsy, an incurable neurological disorder affecting movement, coordination and, balance; Brandon faces numerous challenges. With limited movement on his left side and zero mobility in his left hand, the odds were stacked against him from birth. However, inspired by acts such as Korn and Pantera, Brandon taught himself how to play guitar at the age of 19, rehabilitating his left hand without surgical intervention. 

 

The Mendenhall Experiment has been regularly performing on the infamous Sunset Strip in addition to gigs throughout the region opening for the likes of such metal mainstays as John 5, POD, Alien Ant Farm, Kill Devil Hill, Fear Factory, Prong, Flaw, Metal Allegiance, Smile Empty Soul, Cold, and more. In 2022 TMX received an award from Daniel’s Music Foundation in recognition of their continuing efforts to raise disability awareness in the music industry and performed to a sold-out audience at the award ceremony which took place at the Symphony Space Performing Arts Center on Broadway in New York City. In 2023 TMX signed with Satellite Touring and embarked on five national tours alongside artists such as Influence, Scream At The Sky and Andrew W. Boss. 

The Mendenhall Experiment is currently sponsored by Monster Energy, Ibanez Guitars, EMG Pickups, EVH Amplifiers, Evertune Bridges, and InTune Guitar Picks.

 

The Mendenhall Experiment is:
Brandon Mendenhall - Rhythm Guitarist
Mario Valadez - Vocalist
Nathan Stockton - Bassist
Cameron B. Casey - Percussionist

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SEBASTIAN BACH Announces Spring 2026 North American Tour, Stitched Up Heart to Support

On the heels of a wildly successful Australian tour with sold-out shows in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and Adelaide, SEBASTIAN BACH announces his 2026 North American headlining tour, The Party Never Ends, kicking off February 26 in Highland, California at Yaamava’ Casino. 

The tour will bring Bach’s unmistakable voice as he delivers the iconic hits from his days in SKID ROW, alongside fan favorites from his expansive solo catalog, including material from his latest album, Child Within the Man, hailed by Metal Hammer as “an unapologetic celebration of what Sebastian Bach does best,” with Associated Press saying “…it shows a fierce performer in prime fighting form…his vocals remain sharp and his songwriting talents as cunning as ever,”  In addition, “(Hold On) To the Dream” track was included in Consequence's 30 Best Metal & Hard Rock Songs of 2024 which described the song as "...a career masterpiece from the former Skid Row singer. Baz hits some of the highest notes of his career on the sweeping ballad, an inspiring anthem about perseverance."

Joining the tour as direct support are modern rock standouts STITCHED UP HEART. handpicked by Sebastian Bach for his 2020 tour celebrating the debut SKID ROW album. That tour was ultimately cancelled due to COVID, making this long-awaited pairing finally come full circle.

Artist Presale tickets go on sale today, December 10. Fans get early access with the code BACH26 starting at 11 AM EST.
Local Presales begin December 11 at 10 AM local time, followed by the General Onsale on December 12 at 10 AM local time.

VIP Meet & Greet Packages will be available. For full details and ticket links, visit www.sebastianbach.com.

Additionally, Sebastian Bach has also dropped a new “Car Wash Hot Wax” edit of the single “What Do I Got to Lose?”, delivering a hotter, extended bikini car wash performance by none other than his wife, Suzanne. “What Do I Got to Lose?” made an immediate splash at radio, debuting as the #1 Most Added track upon release, bridging Sebastian Bach’s iconic legacy with his modern solo relevance.

Watch Below:

SEBASTIAN BACH NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINING DATES

Feb 26 – Highland, CA – Yaamava Casino*
Feb 27 – Fresno, CA – Tower Theatre
Feb 28 – Oroville, CA – Feather Falls Casino*
Mar 02 – Portland, OR – Aladdin Theatre
Mar 04 – Victoria, BC – Capital Ballroom
Mar 06 – Boise, ID – Treefort Music Hall
Mar 07 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot
Mar 09 – Billings, MT – The Pub Station Ballroom
Mar 10 – Minot, ND – The Original
Mar 13 – Des Plaines, IL – Des Plaines Theatre
Mar 14 – Florence, IN – Belterra Resort Casino*
Mar 15 – Wyandotte, MI – District 142
Mar 18 – Marion, IL – Marion Culture Civic Center
Mar 20 – Millvale, PA – Mr. Smalls
Mar 21 – Jim Thorpe, PA – Penn's Peak*
Mar 22 – Hampton Beach, NH – Wally's
Mar 24 – Albany, NY – Empire Live
Mar 25 – Harrisburg, PA – Capitol City Music Hall
Mar 27 – Leesburg, VA – Tally Ho Theater
 Mar 28 – Greenville, SC – Radio Room
Mar 29 – Charleston, SC – Music Farm
Mar 31 – Jacksonville, FL – Five
Apr 02 – Sebastian, FL – Capt Hirams Hall
Apr 03 – St. Petersburg, FL – Ferg's Entertainment Center*
Apr 04 – Destin, FL – Club LA
Apr 06 – Nashville, TN – Cannery Hall
Apr 10 – West Wendover, NV – Peppermill Casino*

*no STITCHED UP HEART

ADDITIONAL ONE-OFF DATES
2025
Dec 12 – West Siloam Springs, OK – Cherokee Hotel & Casino*
Dec 13 – Roland, OK – Cherokee Casino and Hotel
Dec 27 – Airway Heights, WA – Pend Oreille Pavilion at Northern Quest Resort & Casino

2026
Jan 7 – Snoqualmie, WA – Snoqualmie Casino
Jan 17 – Lincoln City, OR – Chinook Winds Casino Resort
Jan 24 – Atlantic City, NJ – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena w/ Tesla
Feb 21 – Newton, NC – Newton Performing Arts Center
Feb 26 – Highland, CA – Yaamava’ Theater*
Mar 14 – Florence, IN – Belterra Casino Resort
Mar 21 – Jim Thorpe, PA – Penn’s Peak
May 31- Lake Charles, LA - L’Auberge Casino
Aug 21 – Gatlinburg, TN – The Mountain Festival 2026
Oct 3 – Saint Charles, MO – The Family Arena w/ Great White and Quiet Riot

STABBING Unleashes Official Video for Pummeling New Single, "Eon Of Obscenity"

Brutal death metal rising stars STABBING are now unleashing the pummeling title track from their upcoming sophomore album, 'Eon Of Obscenity.' The furious aural attack can now be found along with a music video below.

STABBING comments, "The lyrics in 'Eon' are mainly about the idea that someone with homicidal tendencies could hide it for years, and then one day just snap, and nobody in their life would ever see it coming. Like they decide to embrace their sickness and completely lose all morality.”

STABBING does not merely define the term “Brutal Death Metal," they exceed it. The Houston Texas newcomers have plundered the crypts of claustrophobia and darkness, only to surface with 'Eon of Obscenity,' STABBING’s Century Media debut and a benchmark for modern death metal. 

'Eon of Obscenity' is due on January 30, 2026 via Century Media Records and can now be pre-ordered HERE.

STABBING does not merely define the term, “Brutal Death Metal” - they exceed it. The Houston Texas foursome has plundered the crypts of claustrophobia and darkness, only to surface with Eon of Obscenity, STABBING’s Century Media debut and a benchmark for modern death metal. “It’s just more extreme,” says vocalist Bridget Lynch, when asked to define the band’s infernal sub-genre, Brutal Death Metal (AKA B.D.M.). “It’s everything that’s extreme about death metal, just taken a little bit further. The vocals. The drums. The riffs. It’s just faster and more boundary-pushing.”

When STABBING came together in 2021, the goals were simple. “We were really just having fun and wanted to emulate the style of the bands we really liked,” says Lynch. “Old school 90’s and early 2000’s brutal death metal bands like. Disgorge, Deeds of Flesh, stuff like that.” Coming from local bands and projects including guitarist Marvin Ruiz’s Nephilim Grinder and Dysmetria with Lynch dabbling in area grindcore outfits, from their first demo and 2021’s Ravenous Psychotic Onslaught EP, it was clear that STABBING was immediately pushing boundaries. On the road they distinguished themselves, giving tour mates including Defeated Sanity more than a run for their money. Not only was STABBING a bloody, clear-cut step above most, they wrapped it all in songs and blistering live performances that were as memorable as they were bellicose and brutal.

STABBING’s reckoning moment came in November 2023, as first band on for the “Ancient Unholy Rising Tour” with co-headliners Incantation and band favorites, Suffocation. Not only had STABBING’s lineup begun to solidify with then newly joined bassist Matt Day, but when Suffocation vocalist Ricky Meyers had fallen ill and had to miss a string of shows, it was Lynch who stepped in to save the day. STABBING’s vocalist simply took the stage with the New York death metal legends and gave the absent Meyers a run for his guttural money. “That was one of the coolest things I’ve ever gotten to do,” states Bridget. “Suffocation was one of the first death metal bands I ever got into as a fan, so jumping onstage and blasting through maybe six songs was a crazy moment. I was terrified when they asked!” 

It was also on that tour that the band also caught the ear of Century Media Records who inked the band several months later. With a string of shows in 2023 and 2024 including landmark appearances at the celebrated Maryland Deathfest and Milwaukee Metalfest, as well as a U.S. tour with 200 Stab Wounds, Ruiz (who also plays with Texas Brutal Death Metal, OG’s Devourment) started putting together riffs that would serve as the foundation of Eon of Obscenity. Compared to Stabbing’s more primal origins, Eon of Obscenity. is a clearcut next step that elevates not only the band, but the genre itself. From the outset of opener, “Rotting Eternal” straight into “Inhuman Torture Chamber”, which showcases Lynch’s inhuman vocal prowess and ability to shift gears from the guttural to something chittering that barely registers as human, STABBING have taken their brutal arts to new heights. Even the album’s instrumental inclusion, “Ruminations” shows an unexpected technicality as riffs and time-signatures coalesce in unexpected ways. 

Recorded at Houston’s Southwing Audio by engineer Ben Gott with Chris Kritikos mixing and mastering, the production of Eon of Obscenity is as strident as the music itself. It’s eleven tracks that are as raw as they are extreme. “It feels more refined,” says the vocalist. “The album shows the potential of what the band started as. It’s not overly produced. There’s not a lot of effects or over-editing. We wanted to keep the raw sound that the classic bands had. We wanted to go for that, for something very honest and very us.” The album title itself also ties into Eon of Obscenity being not merely a second album from STABBING but a massive step forward. 

“It’s representative of this being a new era for the band,” Lynch states. “An improvement of the STABBING sound and us as musicians. On the last album [2022’s Extirpated Mortal Process], I wasn’t really happy with what I did vocally," she admits, "And I really wanted to really improve. One of my favorite songs on the album is called ‘Reborn to Kill Once More’, which sums up how good and how strong we feel about the band and the album now.” 

Being one of the rare female voices in modern death metal isn’t lost on Bridget. She’s quick to admit that she approaches lyrics and delivery in a way that differs from most. “When I was in high school, first getting into brutal death metal, I discovered the band, Cerebral Bore” she recounts. “When I saw that they had a female singer, I was like, ‘What the hell?’ I was like, I have to be that! I had to emulate her. I was so inspired. My hope is that when people, particularly younger girls hear STABBING for the first time, we have that same effect on them.

“It’s pretty obvious that metal, in general, has been pretty male dominated,” Lynch states. “I won’t really entertain the misogyny of brutal death metal in what we do, for obvious reasons. I try to turn it around. One of our older songs is about the first female serial killer I ever read about, Aileen Wournos. If you look at other female-led death metal bands like Castrator or Emasculator, they also try to turn the tables and present things from a different perspective.” 

With Eon of Obscenity, the Texas four-piece have delivered on everything their earlier releases and live shows have hinted at. B.D.M. has an unmistakably brutal new voice and it is STABBING. “I never expected it, there is a new wave of slam bands and brutal death metal bands,” says Bridget. “But I never thought people would think of us as an important band to that or any other scene! We have younger bands come up to us all the time and say, ‘Your first demo really inspired us,’ and that blows my mind. I never thought my brutal death metal band would have that kind of impact.” 

Line-Up:

Matt Day - Bass Guitar 

Aron Hetsko - Drums 

Bridget Lynch - Lead Vocalist 

Marvin Ruiz - Guitar

Special Guests:

Guest vocals by Ricky Myers (SUFFOCATION) on "Nauseating Composition"

Cover Artist: Rudi Yanto

Credits:
Recorded at Houston’s Southwing Audio by engineer Ben Gott

Mixed and mastered by Chris Kritikos

Discography:

Extirpated Mortal Process (2022)

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Kreator Announce Spring 2026 Headline Tour

NEW ALBUM KRUSHERS OF THE WORLD OUT JANUARY 16

Metal titans KREATOR are thrilled to announce their triumphant return to U.S. soil. The band, who last conquered American audiences and venues in 2024, will embark on a headline tour of the U.S., with stops at key festivals, including Welcome to Rockville, Sonic Temple, and Maryland Deathfest. The tour kicks off on May 7 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and runs through May 23 in Huntington, New York. 

VIP packages are available here. 

The artist pre-sale is set for Thursday, December 11 at 10am local time, with the general on-sale set for Friday, December 12 at 10am local time. Get tickets here.

KREATOR ON TOUR: 
5/7—Fort Lauderdale, FL—Revolution Live*
5/8—Daytona Beach, FL—Welcome to Rockville
5/10—Atlanta, GA—The Masquerade
5/11—Knoxville, TN—The Mill & Mine
5/12—Raleigh, NC—The Ritz
5/14—Worcester, MA—Palladium
5/15—McKees Rocks, PA—Roxian Theatre
5/16—Columbus, OH—Sonic Temple*
5/18—Davenport, IA—Capitol Theatre 
5/19—Minneapolis, MN—First Avenue
5/20—Chicago, IL—Romova Theatre
5/22—Baltimore, MD—Maryland Deathfest*
5/23—Huntington, NY—Paramount
*FESTIVAL

Kreator will unleash their sixteenth full-length, Krushers Of The World, on January 16 via Nuclear Blast Records.

Pre-order and pre-save Krushers of the World HERE.

Watch the video for new single "Satanic Anarchy" HERE.

Unverkalt Announce New Album Héréditaire (featuring Sakis Tolis)

While they’ve always pushed the intricate balance that defines post-metal, Unverkalt are now plummeting over the edge into the black below. Their upcoming third album and first since signing with Season of Mist descends into humanity’s deepest and darkest origins. Héréditaire lifts the veil from our cursed existence. What emerges is the band’s heaviest and most heartfelt offering.

“Our aim has always been to blend softer, more romantic elements with extreme chaos. With Héréditaire, that time has come”, says Unverkalt’s guitarist and chief composer Themis Ioannou. “This album is a lament for what is far older than our very existence. It speaks of what seeps through generations, searching for an answer to one pervasive question: What do we carry that was never ours?”

As they begin this dark descent, today, Unverkalt are releasing a haunting video for the stirring lead single from Héréditaire. Though it starts as a slow burn, album opener “Die Auslöschung” emerges from the envoloping haze as the band’s first song to pair Dimitra Kalavrezou’s heavenly cleans with hellish harsh vocals.  

“‘Die Auslöschung’ is both bleak and immersive”, Kalavrezou says. “Carved in blackened textures and hypnotic pacing, the song channels both personal and collective collapse, setting the tone for what is to come”.

Watch the video for “Die Auslöschung” Below:

Héréditaire comes out February 27, 2026 on Season of Mist.

Pre-order

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Unverkalt are still possessed by a cinematic vision. “Die Auslöschung” opens Héréditaire like a camera coming into focus. However, though rendered in crisp detail, the scene that the band paints is bleak. Beneath a smoldering bass line, riffs rise like smoke from freshly scattered ashes. “When did this darkness fall?” Kalavrezou sings as if trying to climb out of the shadowed rubble.

On previous albums, Unverkalt took cues from French painting and European film noir, but Héréditaire throws back the velvet curtain in favor a veil. “Die Auslöschung” begins to peel back the blackened layers of traumatic memories that are passed down to us like a disease. “He said enter the wide gate and walk the easy path to destruction”. As the pounding drums give way to a fiery stream of blast beats, Kalavrezou breaks into a scream so piercing it can be felt all across our shared history.

“I enjoy discovering new, unique and compelling music in today’s overwhelming world of information, and I believe I truly succeeded with Unverkalt”, says Season of Mist labelmate and Rotting Christ frontman Sakis Tolis, who’s featured on the monolithic “I, The Deceit” from Héréditaire. “This is an exceptional piece of art, worth every minute of listening”.

Catch Unverkalt in Suttgart, Germany early next year when they co-headline Club Zentral with Hippotraktor.

Get tickets: https://loveyourartist.com/en/events/progmotion-hippotraktor-stuttgart-HCAIBG

The video for “Die Auslöschung” was directed by Themis Ioannou at RAWBITE Studio

On Héréditaire, Unverkalt lift the veil on our cursed existence with their heaviest and most heartfelt offering.

Recording lineup
Dimitra Kalavrezou - Vocals
Themis Ioannou - Guitars, Keys
Eli Mavrychev - Guitars, Vocals
Joscha Hoyer - Bass
Christian Eggers - Drums

Guest musicians
Sakis Tolis - Vocals on "I, The Deceit"

Songwriting credits
Composed by Themis Ioannou
Lyrics by Dimitra Kalavrezou and Eli Mavrychev
Lyrics for "I, The Deceit" by Dimitra Kalavrezou and Joscha Hoyer

Recording credits
Recorded and engineered by Unverkalt
Drums recorded and engineered by Christian Eggers at Noir Surge Sound

Production credits
Produced by Themis Ioannou
Vocals produced by Dimitra Kalavrezou & Eli Mavrychev
Mixed by Joshua Barber
Mastered by Lasse Lammert at LSD Studios

Cover art
Themis Ioannou

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Available Formats

CD Digipack

2x12” Vinyl Gatefold (Black)

2x12” Vinyl Gatefold (Gold with black splatters)

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Bandcamp: https://unverkalt.bandcamp.com/music/

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr8Fv2aEhLNPjN4zFPoPFfg

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/unverkalt/1524174404

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/55vU7DZVwI4ks0NpfKDAvK/

Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/artist/20499985

Last.fm: https://www.last.fm/music/Unverkalt

Ronnie Montrose Remembered: Namm 2026 - 10 Year Anniversary All Star Memorial Concert

Iconic American rock guitarist Ronnie Montrose will be saluted by a stellar rock star line-up whose own careers were influenced by the legendary and powerful Montrose sound at Ronnie Montrose Remembered  — one of the most talked about shows of NAMM 2026.

This 10 year anniversary celebratory concert highlighting Montrose’s career will feature his greatest hits from early Montrose, Edgar Winter, Van Morrison, Gamma and more. The event is set for 7:30 PM, Saturday, January 24th at the Grand Theater Anaheim Event Center.

The incredible all-star featured performers so far include members of: Montrose, Guns n Roses, Whitesnake, Night Ranger, Dio, LA Guns, Ted Nugent, REO Speedwagon, Megadeth, Dokken, Ozzy Osbourne, Mr. Big, The Winery Dogs, Winger, Alice Cooper, Ace Frehley, Y & T, Slaughter, Great White, Lynch Mob, Last In Line, Kingdom Come, The Edgar Winter Group, Sweet, Rod Stewart, Lady Gaga, Robbie Krieger Band, Bullet Boys, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, with more players being added on a daily basis.

Additionally, the show will feature surprise cameos, speakers, never-before-seen video clips and other raw footage, showcasing Montrose’s career. 

Tickets are $39 at https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/tix/7825/event/1451426?membertype=xit7825.

V.I.P. Packages are available for $99 which include Prime Up Front Orchestra seating, access to the Private V.I.P. Backstage Lounge area with Private restrooms, a Private backstage V.I.P. bar, an exclusive V.I.P. Artist Meet & Greet Area Photo Ops with pro photographer, Red Carpet access, a 10 year commemorative custom guitar pick, an RMR 2026 show poster, Backstage/Sidestage access, with a private full “onstage” bar. Additionally, a very limited quantity of ‘Super V.I.P.’ packages are available which include all of the above plus front row center seating, an exclusive custom 10 Year Anniversary T Shirt, a signed full size show poster, extra guitar picks, and video & photo goodie’s never seen or heard before from older Montrose shows.

Former Montrose lead singer and event producer, Keith St John says new iconic names are being added to the line-up literally every day. St John was with Montrose for the last 13 years of Ronnie’s life. The band was on top of the charts in the 1970s when Sammy Hagar was vocalist, with tunes like Rock Candy, Bad Motor Scooter and Rock the Nation. When St John teamed up with Montrose they continued to entertain until right before his death, filling clubs and festivals around the world. St John wrote many unreleased tunes with Ronnie Montrose, some performed at concerts throughout their years together.

It has been 10 years since the first RMR memorial celebration took place and St John wants this special anniversary edition of the show to be as scintillating as the first. “Ronnie’s contribution to rock music in the early 70’s was the Rock n Roll bible for many of the up and coming great American rock guitarists for the next two decades more than he probably ever realized or gave himself credit for.  I really want to give those who really appreciate Ronnie the chance to get together in a loving dynamic concert setting where we can all really dig in and enjoy each other through the commonality of Ronnie’s music,” St John remarks. 

Guitarist Doug Aldrich of Whitesnake, Dio, and Dead Daisies fame who will be performing at this event says this of Montrose:

"I first heard Montrose's debut record ('The Great 8') when I was around 15 years old. The first thing that came to my head was that their sound was really tough. It's sturdy and solid rock 'n' roll, and without a doubt the guitar playing is unique and incredible. Montrose influenced a lot of people and inspired a lot of people. I was definitely one of them."

Full details can be found at the event’s website www.ronniemontroseremembered.com 

Updates to the performer list are being made daily on St John’s Instagram page, https://www.instagram.com/keith_st_john/ and on the event’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/RonnieMontroseRemembered

For more information, please contact the venue at (714) 663-2100

Grand Theater at Anaheim Events Center, 2232 S. Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA. 92802

Lowsunday releases 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine - White EP', first record of all-new material in 25 years

Projekt Records artist Lowsunday emerges with their first record comprised of all-new material since 1999, bridging three decades of distinct sonic legacy. The 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine - White EP' delves into emotional isolation, this music laced with a counterbalance of escapism, dreamlike sounds, drones and feedback, with carefully-placed classic song structures with melodic hooks. This is the first of a two-EP series being released via Projekt.

Based in Pittsburgh, Lowsunday is now a duo made up of Shane Sahene (vocals, guitar, synth, bass, drums) and Bobby Spell (bass, guitar, drums), this EP serving as both a reflection and a resurgence. The band also presents their new video for 'Love Language'. 

Blurring the lines between post-punk, shoegaze, dreampop, and darkwave since 1994, Lowsunday brings something new to the music scene, treading sonic waters with screeching guitars and layer upon layer of arsenic-laced melodies, crowned with bittersweet and emotive vocals. From quiet intensity to sweeping sonic landscapes, Lowsunday makes a welcome return with their retro-futurist daydream.

The 'White EP' demonstrates a connection to the band’s history while showcasing a natural expansion that builds upon guitar-driven atmospheres, synth textures, emotive vocals and stripped down drum beats. A confident return to form that explores darker yet more expansive sonic territory, at times, they push atmospheres to the limits of noise and, at more delicate moments, into a dream pop air of deeper melancholia.

Sahene and Spell distill years of sonic exploration and inspiration into this release. Lyrically and sonically, these songs use classic post-punk rhythms and atmospheric layers to express simple, fundamental emotion.

This five-track EP arrives on the trail of the extended 30th anniversary remaster of their debut album 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine' a 2-CD feast recorded at the height of their ascent. The original nine tracks are complemented by a second disc with seven unreleased tracks, remixes and reinterpretations. Projekt also released the 25th anniversary remaster of their sophomore album 'Elesgiem' in 2024.

The 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine - White EP' is out now digitally everywhere, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp, and as a five-song vinyl release, limited to 200 copies. The 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine' reissue and Lowsunday's limited edition 7" of 'Static / Besides' can also be found on these platforms.

CREDITS
Lyrics by Shane Sahene
Music written by Shane Sahene & Bobby Spell
Shane Sahene: vocals, guitar, synth, bass, drums
Bobby Spell: bass, guitar, drums
Mastered by Bobby Spell & Shane Sahene
Album artwork by Shane Sahene
Layout by Shane Sahene
UPC 617026237121
Catalog # PJA-EE-371
2025 band photos by Christina Sahene
Video by Jer Herring
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR 


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Detroit Illharmonic Symphony releases 'Everything Is Shattered' album feat. punk pioneers from TSOL, Circle Jerks & Black Flag

Detroit Illharmonic Symphony presents their new album "Everything Is Shattered" — a wild mashup of punk, indie rock, hip hop, and cinematic chaos that involves southern California punk pioneers Jack Grisham (TSOL) and Keith Morris (Circle Jerks, Black Flag), among others. This 14-track collection comes to us straight from California's legendary Geza X Records.

The lead track "Everything Is Shattered" sees Jack Grisham (from TSOL) joined by future superstar Max Galbreath (ttwopercentmilk) on vocals. Produced and recorded by Paul Roessler (The Screamers, Nina Hagen, 45 Grave) at Kitten Robot Studios, this is a high-energy cinematic post-punk anthem with Bond-theme intensity. The accompanying video has toured around the world, was featured on the PBS television show "Music California" and has won four awards, the most recent received this week at the Los Angeles Animation Festival.

Keith Morris of Circle Jerks and originally Black Flag, contributes vocals on “If You Cooperate”, a psychedelic surf-punk fever dream meets spaghetti-western soundtrack, with Cecilia Suhr on violin. These two songs and others on this album are from the bold 2025 animated motion picture "I’d Rather Be Turned Into Cat Food", featuring both Grisham and Morris, along with artists Tony Nittoli, Kristina Wong and John Andrews, best known for his work with MTV and for producing Beavis and Butthead.

Written and directed by Walter Santucci and produced by Evil Cat Land (whose pedigree includes animation for MTV, Nickelodeon, ABC, Disney, Ice T, Margaret Cho, Cedric the Entertainer and Monty Python's Graham Chapman), this film does to cinema what punk rock did to music.

Detroit Illharmonic Symphony is not based in the Motor City but rather in Los Angeles (with some members also further afield). Fusing elements of punk, indie rock, classical music, hip hop and soul, “Everything Is Shattered” is an album loaded with punk attitude, cinematic soundscapes, and hip hop swagger — the stuff that unique, left-of-center playlists are made of.

This latest record brings to life fantasies of TSOL jamming with the Beastie Boys in a Quentin Tarantino movie. At the same time, there is a rich diversity here worth exploring, as seen on "You Have One Minute to Disperse" and “She’s Never Gonna Love Me”, both of which features Malyque Smith on vocals. Diana Lynn appears on "Doo Doo On A Stick", where 70s soul merges with Sesame Street groove, while "Welcome to Fear City" — with Venetia Phillips on trumpet — paints hip-hop with a shade of 60s movie soundtrack cool.

While the five core members are Cool Walt (bass, cello, guitar, piano), Raga Roni(samples, drum programming, turntables), Malyque Smith (rapping and turntables), Cecilia Suhr (violin, cello, piano) and Lukecage (piano, saxophone, drums), the group's line up is constantly changing.

Since 2001, Detroit Illharmonic has released nine albums and scores for several film and television projects. With an exciting and unique mix of symphonic instruments, samples, turntables and the involvement of various vocalists, their work has been featured at Brooklyn Academy of Music, REDCAT (LA), University of Chicago, Royce Hall (UCLA), University of Notre Dame, Cinema Detroit, and American Cinematheque. In 2014, the video for their song "It's a Lovely Day" toured with the 50th anniversary re-release of The Beatles' "A Hard Day's Night", screening in 20 cities across the USA. Many of their music videos have screened in cinemas internationally and have won multiple awards.

Geza X Records is an imprint founded by legendary producer Geza X, whose legacy as the sonic architect of West Coast punk involves engineering seminal music by punk royalty—Dead Kennedys, The Germs, Black Flag, The Avengers, Redd Kross and The Weirdos. Geza X Records still works with radical new artists, continuing to defy convention and release unique, genre-bending music.

The 'Everything Is Shattered' album is out now, available everywhere digitally, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. The title track single is also being released on 7" limited edition translucent blue vinyl record with the same cover art as the album! 

CREDITS
Written by Walter Santucci (Tracks 3-8, 10-11, 13); Jack Grisham & Walter Santucci (Track 1); Walter Santucci & Malyque Smith (Tracks 9, 12); Walter Santucci & Cecilia Suhr (Track 2)
Raga Roni - drums & drum programming
Cool Walt - bass, guitar, cello, piano
Max Galbreath - vocals on "Everything Is Shattered"
Jack Grisham - vocals on "Everything Is Shattered"
Keith Morris - vocals on "If You Cooperate"
Cecilia Suhr - violin on "If You Cooperate"
Venetia Phillips - trumpet "Welcome to Fear City"
Malyque Smith - vocals on "You Have One Minute to Disperse" & “She’s Never Gonna Love Me”
Diana Lynn - vocals “Doo Doo On A Stick”
Produced by Raga Roni, except "Everything Is Shattered' produced by Paul Roessler
Recorded by Donny Baker at ES Audio, Raga Roni at Evil Cat Land,
and "Everything Is Shattered' recorded by Paul Roessler at Kitten Robot Studios
Album released by Geza X Records
Published by Andthereitisthere / BMI (Jack Grisham) & Geza Music / BMI (Walter Santucci & Cecilia Suhr), ASCAP / Beats and Bluntz Publishing (Malyque Smith )
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR


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Jagged City (feat. Defeater, ex-Explosions In The Sky) Reveal Debut Single + EP // Share "Imaginary Lines" Video

Post-rock trio Jagged City, featuring Jake Woodruff (Defeater) and Carlos Torres (former touring member of Explosions In The Sky) have unveiled their debut single "Imaginary Lines." They have also announced their debut EP, There Are More of Us, Always, to be released on January 30 via Pelagic Records.

Watch the "Imaginary Lines" video Below.

Stream the single here.

There Are More of Us, Always is a bold collection that moves between spacious, melodic guitar passages and raucous, swelling climbs. With heartfelt, melodious songwriting, a diverse range of eclectic touches buried within, and eruptions of dense, layered sound, this record delivers wonderfully balanced compositions through raw and personal production.

The project began as a cross-continental art experiment between Woodruff and Torres. What started as a simple exchange of ideas quickly found real shape through collaborative composition and thoughtful arrangement. Early sessions with David Haik helped refine the songs' structures and drum frameworks, setting the groundwork for what would become Jagged City's striking debut.

"We wrote with pure instinct, just tried to add something new to a genre that we love. As we traded ideas, we took some left turns and incorporated elements that may be unexpected," comments Woodruff.

When it came time to record, scheduling issues led to an inspired change of plans. Urian Hackney joined the project both behind the kit and behind the board, engineering and performing the drum parts that propel the record. In two intense days at The Box studio in Burlington, VT, Jake and Urian captured the core of the album with an immediacy and urgency that remain audible in every take. 

Carlos recorded bass in Los Angeles alongside longtime musical colleague Michael James (Explosions In The Sky), while Jake added further guitar textures from his home studio, creating layers that thread the compositions together.

This debut is both a statement of intent and an open invitation: Jagged City offer music that rewards close listening and communal experience—an instrumental journey shaped by collaboration and a fierce commitment to feeling. While still post-rock, There Are More of Us, Always utilizes a diverse range of influence, giving a freshness to each uniquely realized track.

"This record is a product of collaboration and love and creativity - we hope it inspires people to be connected and think collaboratively and creatively together. That's the only way forward." concludes Woodruff.

JAGGED CITY ARE: 
Jake Woodruff — guitar
Carlos Torres — bass
Urian Hackney — drums & production
Featuring Takaakira Goto as guest guitarist on "Deluge in a Paper Cup"

Nashville Based TOO HOT FOR LEATHER Announce their Superhero Tour 2026, Including a Performance at NAMM 2026

Nashville based TOO HOT FOR LEATHER announce their Superhero Tour 2026, including a performance at NAMM 2026. Drawing from influences like Paramore, Guns N Roses, and Muse, TOO HOT FOR LEATHER has quickly earned a reputation in Nashville's thriving music scene.

"We are starting 2026 off strong! We head to the west coast to perform at NAMM 2026 and then we are hitting the road back east!  This is our first major tour, revisiting cities like Cincinnati, Charlotte and Atlanta, while playing for our very first time in cities like Cleveland, Louisville, and Birmingham. We can’t wait to see our fans in these cities and meet new ones!
We have one more thing that we are very excited about, but we can’t quite tell you about it yet. Stay tuned!"

 

Listen to TOO HOT FOR LEATHER below:

Superhero Tour 2026

Jan 20 - Hilton Anaheim - Anaheim, CA

Jan 22 - The Fox Den - Louisville, KY

Jan 23 - Music & Arts - Columbus, OH

Jan 24 - Madison Live! - Covington, KY

Jan 25 - The Winchester - Lakewood, OH

Jan 28 - Amos' Southend - Charlotte, NC

Jan 30 - Old Mill Playhouse - The Villages, FL

Jan 31 - 529 Bar - Atlanta, GA

Feb 1 - The Nick - Birmingham, AL

Tickets: https://bnds.us/f2mco5

Too Hot For Leather

Shannon Sperl - Lead Vocals

Ryan Snyder - Guitar

John Blackstock - Bass

Kevin Keith - Drums

About Too Hot For Leather

TOO HOT FOR LEATHER is a dynamic rock band hailing from Nashville, blending the raw energy of classic rock with modern influences to create a sound that's as electrifying as it is unique. Known for their high-octane performances, the band captures the essence of 70s and 80s rock with powerful vocals, soaring guitar solos, and a rebellious spirit. Drawing from influences like Paramore, Guns N Roses, and Muse, Too Hot For Leather has quickly earned a reputation in Nashville's thriving music scene. Formed by a group of seasoned musicians who share a passion for rock's golden era, the band's chemistry on stage is undeniable. Their live shows are a spectacle of tight musicianship, flashy stage presence, and pure rock 'n' roll attitude. With a growing fanbase and a commitment to keeping the heart of rock alive, Too Hot For Leather is making waves beyond Nashville, captivating audiences wherever they play.
 
Links to Website and All Socials 

Website - https://www.toohotforleather.com/

Facebook - http://facebook.com/toohotforleather

Instagram - http://instagram.com/toohotforleather

YouTube - https://youtube.com/@toohotforleather

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@toohotforleather

Tour Dates - https://bnds.us/f2mco5

Piebald's "If It Weren't For Venetian Blinds..." to Be Released on Vinyl Via Iodine Recordings

Before PIEBALD were known for their anthemic sing-alongs and offbeat charm, there was ...Venetian Blinds, an evolution from hardcore roots into something uniquely their own with all of their trademark chaos and cleverness. 

Originally released in 1999 on Big Wheel Recreation, If It Weren't For Venetian Blinds, It Would Be Curtains For Us All brought Piebald's blend of the sincere and the satirical to the '90s emo and indie rock scene 
 
Now, Iodine Recordings proudly presents a deluxe reissue of this quintessential record. It has been completely remastered for vinyl by Jack Shirley (Joyce Manor, Quicksand) at The Atomic Garden, and has been out of print since its original release. Calling all collectors!

This remastered edition features fully updated artwork reconstructed from original source materials and photos, as well as a retrospective commentary written by the band.
 
Springing from the thriving Merrimack Valley scene that produced Converge and Cave In, Venetian Blinds bridged the gap between underground post-hardcore experimentation and the hook-driven songwriting that would soon define an era. Witty, heartfelt, and impossible to categorize, this deluxe reissue celebrates a crucial piece of Piebald's history.

Pre-order the release here. 

PIEBALD ARE:
Jon Sullivan
Andrew Bonner
Aaron Stuart
Travis Shettel 

Piebald are playing shows through the end of the year. All dates, including a 2026 show, are below.

PIEBALD LIVE:
12/7 — Detroit, MI — The Fillmore (With Hot Mulligan)
12/8/ — Millersville, PA — Phantom Power (With The Worst)
12/10 — Albany, NY — Lark Hall (With The Worst)
12/11 — Hamden, CT — Space Ballroom (With The Worst) 
12/12- Worcester, M  — Palladium (With Saves The Day, Glassjaw)
12/13 — Portland, ME — House of Music (With The Worst)
3/26/ — Boston, MA — Roadrunner (With The Format, Adult Mom)

Alkaloid Break with Metal Tradition on Faithful Performance of New Single "Agnus Dei"

They've already redefined the very composition of progressive death metal, but on their upcoming live album, Alkaloid conduct a one-of-a-kind experiment that only a true maestro can perform. Joined on stage by an award-winning ensemble, on Bach Out of Bounds, the supergroup bring the revered classical composer in conversation with the heaviest of underground arts.  

Today, Alkaloid are releasing the second advanced single from Bach Out of Bounds. While honoring the otherworldly power of Bach's original offering, the band's performance of "Agnus Dei" breaks from metal's traditions.  

"This is the most faithful interpretation of Bach on our new live album", vocalist, guitarist and primary composer Morean says. "It's a serene, fragile sound world hitherto unexplored by Alkaloid". 

Watch Alkaloid perform "Agnus Dei" below:

Bach Out of Bounds - Live in the Netherlands comes out January 23, 2026 on Season of Mist

Pre-order 
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Pre-save on Spotify
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Across three studio albums, Alkaloid have experimented with worldly polyrhythms, brutally technical riffing, infectious choruses and sci-fi concepts built in honor of Lovecraftian entities. The band remain curious as ever on Bach Out Of Bounds, though even the brains behind their first-ever live album is shocked by its latest creation. "Agnus Dei" began life as a prayer back in the 5th century before Johann Sebastian Bach arranged it as the fourth movement of "Mass in B minor", his final masterpiece.    

"It's quite the departure", says Morean, who the Bachfestival in Dordrecht invited for this performance. "Bach Out of Bounds is very different from what other metal bands - or even Alkaloid - normally do". 

While it stems from a place of worship that's far removed from metal's underground crypts, Alkaloid's performance of "Agnus Dei" is a stroke of divine inspiration. The guitars wisely bow to the quiet command of the string section, ceding the spotlight to soprano Rianne Wilbers. Blessed with grace and gravitas, her voice transcends to a higher realm that's not of any genre nor this Earth.

"Like all of the guests who accompanied Alkaloid for Bach Out Of Bounds, Rianne is a true wanderer between worlds", Morean says. "After a youth in metal, she acquired an impeccable pedigree in the Netherlands as a performer of traditional and contemporary classical music. She sings 'Agnus Dei' so beautifully. She really knows how to sing Bach".   

The video for "Agnus Dei" was compiled from footage filmed live during performances at the 2024 Bachfestival in Dordrecht, Netherlands, Paard van Troject in The Hague and November Music in Den Bosch. It was created by Thomas Niehof / Creative Headroom & Lindy Balduk Photography.      

With Bach Out of Bounds, Alkaloid deliver a classically innovative performance as only a true maestro can.       

Alkaloid is
Morean - Vocals, guitar
Hannes Grossmann - Drums
Linus Klausenitzer - Bass
Justin Hombach - Guitar
Max Blok - Guitar

Guest musicians
Rianne Wilbers - Soprano
Chrysa Tsaltampasi - Soprano
Julija Hartig - Violin
Oene van Geel - 5-string violin
Marieke Hopman - Accordion
Ketevan Roinishvili - Cello

Recording credits
Recorded live in the Netherlands at Bibelot / Dordrecht and Paard van Troje / The Hague
Front of house engineer: Laurens Voois

Production credits
Produced by Alkaloid
Mixed by Hannes Grossman at Mordor Sounds, Germany
Mastered by Victor Bullok at Woodshed Studio, Germany

Songwriting credits
Music for "Allegro", "Adagio - All Is Vanity" and "Agnus Dei" written by Johann Sebastian Bach
Music for "Cthulhu" written by Morean and Hannes Grossman
Music for "Beneath the Sea" and "Haunter of the Void" written by Morean
Music for "A Fool's Desire" written by Hannes Grossman
Music for "The Fungi from Yuggoth" written by Christian Münzner
Lyrics to "Adagio - All Is Vanity" based on "Es ist alles eitel" by Andreas Gryphius and adapted by Morean
Lyrics to "Agnus Dei" taken from John 1:29
Lyrics to "Beneath the Sea", "Cthulhu", "Haunter of the Void", "A Fool's Desire" and "The Fungi from Yuggoth" written by Morean

Available Formats
CD Digipack
2x12" Vinyl Gatefold 

Pre-order & Pre-save
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Follow Alkaloid
Website:https://alkaloid-band.com/
Bandcamp:https://alkaloid-band.bandcamp.com
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4KMQDFaAsPEKcqKzdvkYKc
Apple Music:https://music.apple.com/us/artist/alkaloid/368935306
YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/Alkaloidbandmetal
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/alkaloid.metal
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/alkaloid_metal/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlkaloidBand

Bloodywood Announce Spring 2026 "System of a Brown" Headline Tour

BLOODYWOOD ANNOUNCE 2026 "SYSTEM OF A BROWN" TOUR

FEATURING SPECIAL GUESTS THE PRETTY WILD, LADRONES, + ANKOR

Tickets and VIP Available Starting Tuesday, December 9 With Artist Presales

General Onsale Begins Friday, December 12 at 10am on LiveNation.com 

Fresh off a sold-out Summer 2025 support slot for BABYMETAL and recently serving as direct support for Hailstorm in Europe, Indian folk metal band BLOODYWOOD today announce their 2026 "System Of A Brown Tour," featuring support from diverse worldwide acts. Joining Bloodywood on this run are genre-bending, boundary-breaking U.S. metalcore band The Pretty Wild;Mexican "Flow Pesado" rockers Ladrones; and Catalonian melodic metal band Ankor. 

It's going to be an evening of eclectic metal that will surely thrill hard rock fans. 

"Our spring headline run of the U.S. will be an epic full circle moment," states Raoul Kerr, the band's rapper vocalist. "It started this summer supporting BABYMETAL and it's going to culminate in a run where we bring our full length set to the U.S. for the first time. It's the best songs from our new album and the best of our first album — it's the kind of set that pushes the limit of any venue to the max and we can't wait to bring it to all our supporters there. We're also playing Sick New World for the first time and returning to Welcome to Rockville as well as Sonic Temple, so this tour is stacked and we're beyond ready to go."  

Bloodywood, who've been tipped by PASTE, Revolver, Consequence, Guitar World, Metal Injection, and more, have quickly cemented their reputation as a "can't miss" live act, which can be seen in these performance videos from their sold-out appearances in London earlier this year. 

The 25-city tour, produced by Live Nation, kicks off on Friday, April 10 at Wooly's in Des Moines making stops at the premiere festivals, such as WELCOME TO ROCKVILLE, SONIC TEMPLE, and the return of SICK NEW WORLD, in addition to crossing North America before wrapping up in Detroit at Saint Andrew's Hall on Friday, May 15.

TICKETS:
Tickets and VIP will be available starting with artist presale beginning today, Tuesday, December 9. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, December 12 at 10am local time at LiveNation.com and Bloodywood.net 

BLOODYWOOD: SYSTEM OF A BROWN TOUR 2026 DATES:
WITH THE PRETTY WILD, LADRONES, + ANKOR:
4/10 — Des Moines, IA — Wooly's
4/11 — Minneapolis, MN — Varsity Theater
4/13 — Denver, CO — The Oriental Theater
4/14 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Depot
4/16 — Portland, OR — McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
4/17 — Seattle, WA — Neptune Theatre
4/18 — Garden City, ID — Revolution Concert House & Event Center
4/20 — San Francisco, CA — August Hall
4/21 — San Diego, CA — The Observatory SD
4/22 — Los Angeles, CA — The Belasco
4/24 — Mesa, AZ — The Nile Theater
4/25— Las Vegas,NV- SICK NEW WORLD*
4/28 — Dallas, TX — The Echo Lounge & Music Hall
4/29 — Austin, TX — Empire Garage
5/1 — Madison, WI — Majestic Theatre
5/2 — Chicago, IL — House of Blues Chicago
5/4 — Boston, MA — Paradise Rock Club 
5/5 — Philadelphia, PA — Theatre of Living Arts
5/6 — New York, NY — Irving Plaza Powered by Verizon 5G
5/8 — North Myrtle Beach, SC — House of Blues Myrtle Beach
5/10 —Daytona Beach,FL—WELCOME TO ROCKVILLE* 
5/11 — Atlanta, GA — Buckhead Theatre
5/12 — Chattanooga, TN — The Signal
5/13 — Louisville, KY — Mercury Ballroom
5/15 — Toronto, ON — The Danforth Music Hall
5/16 — Detroit, MI — Saint Andrew's Hall
May17—Columbus,OH—SONIC TEMPLE*
*FESTIVAL

REDIVIDER Unleash New Single "Bask in the Rot" Ahead of Upcoming Album Sounds of Malice

Death metal powerhouse REDIVIDER returns with a crushing new single, "Bask in the Rot", the latest preview of their forthcoming full-length album Sounds of Malice, arriving January 9, 2026 through Third House Communications.

Inspired by the iconic Dungeons & Dragons monstrosity, the Gelatinous Cube, "Bask in the Rot" paints a visceral portrait of an ever-growing mass of rotting flesh and sewage, a mindless organism that kills and consumes solely to sustain itself. The band describes the creature as a pile of rotting flesh and sewage that grows with each kill, with no motive other than to consume and stay alive. This sense of creeping inevitability informs the entire track.

From its earliest stages, "Bask in the Rot" was built around a unique vocal cadence that shaped the instrumentation. The guitars and drums were written directly to that rhythmic blueprint in order to create a sense of push and pull through each verse. The result is a combination of sludgy, punishing riffs and heavy, groove-driven percussion with vocals that cut through the mix and capture the relentless growth of the creature that inspired the song.

During the writing process, REDIVIDER were listening to a significant amount of MORBID ANGEL, particularly drawing influence from the track "Where the Slime Lives". "Bask in the Rot" stands as their interpretation of that thick and suffocating atmosphere, reshaped into something uniquely their own.

Sounds of Malice represents an evolution in REDIVIDER's sound, delivering darker themes and heavier sonic depth. With "Bask in the Rot", the band offers a powerful indication of what awaits on the full record.

About REDIVIDER:

REDIVIDER is a death metal band from Louisville, Kentucky, formed in 2021 by vocalist Jacob Spencer and guitarist Paul Nunavath. Joined by guitarist Jake Atha and bassist Alexander Farrington, the band draws influence from the early Florida death metal scene and bands like CANNIBAL CORPSE, MORBID ANGEL, DEATH, and GORGUTS. With a sound rooted in old school brutality and layered with modern aggression, REDIVIDER combines guttural vocals, dissonant riffs, and relentless groove to create music that is both violent and immersive.

The band made their live debut in 2022 and quickly gained recognition in the underground scene, sharing stages with acts such as CREEPING DEATH, CRYPTA, MASACRE, COGNITIVE, and SEE YOU NEXT TUESDAY. Their debut album Sounds of Malice is a conceptually rich, sonically punishing record that blends fantasy-driven storytelling with crushing heaviness. Written with live performance in mind, REDIVIDER’s music thrives on tension, rhythm, and unapologetic intensity, death metal built to be felt as much as heard.

REDIVIDER Lineup:
 

  • Jacob Spencer – Vocals

  • Paul Nunavath – Guitar

  • Jake Atha – Guitar

  • Alexander Farrington – Bass

  • Mike Hargrave – Drums (live)

Vana Announces First Ever US Headline Run: THE LADY IN RED TOUR

Fresh off her signing to Sumerian Records and the release of "Pray," Vana announces her first US headline tour. Vana: The Lady In Red Tour launches April 17th, 2026, in Atlanta and runs through early June, hitting 31 cities across the US and Canada. Special guests Cloudyfield, Deadlands, and RedHook join the run. Pre-sales start at 12pm ET today with general on-sale kicking off at 10am local on Friday, December 12th from www.vanamusicofficial.com.

The tour marks a turning point for the self-taught multi-instrumentalist, who spent 2025 building momentum independently before signing with Sumerian and joining Set It Off and Fame On Fire on the road. Now Vana's stepping into the headline slot, bringing her gritty, trap-infused industrial metal to rooms across North America. This is the next chapter for an artist who's racked up over 1 million Spotify monthly listeners, 85 million streams, 18.8 million plays on single "Beg!" alone, and a dedicated fanbase built through unfiltered connection on Twitch, TikTok, and Instagram.

“Doing my own headline tour has always been a dream of mine and I’m so grateful to finally make this dream a reality. This tour feels like the moment I finally get to step into the world I’ve been building in my head since I started Vana. I’m so excited for my first headline tour across North America! I’m so proud of curating a lineup of powerhouses like Cloudyfield, Deadlands, and RedHook. The fact they are joining me makes it even more unreal. These shows will be nuts!” ~ Vana

"The Lady In Red Tour" kicks off in the South before working its way up the East Coast, cutting through the Midwest, hitting the West Coast, and looping back through Texas and the Southeast. The routing includes marquee rooms like The Roxy in Los Angeles, Gramercy in New York, and The Sinclair in Boston, alongside indie staples like Bottom Lounge in Chicago and Off Broadway in St. Louis. It's a mix built for fans who've been showing up since day one and the new audiences who recently discovered Vana through latest single, "Pray" and her signing to Sumerian Records.

Special VIP packages will be available, offering fans direct access to meet-and-greets and exclusive merch. Vana is endorsed by Fender and Jackson Guitars. The tour is presented in association with Sumerian Records, SiX18, and Sound Talent Group.

TICKET INFO

Presale: Tuesday, December 9th @ 12pm ET via Spotify, Bandsintown & local venues

Presales end: Thursday, December 11th @ 10pm local time

General on-sale: Friday, December 12th @ 10am local

For more information and VIP packages, visit www.vanamusicofficial.com

TOUR DATES:

Fri 4/17 – Atlanta, GA – Masquerade (Hell)

Sat 4/18 – Orlando, FL – Conduit

Sun 4/19 – Tampa, FL – Orpheum

Tue 4/21 – North Carolina – Hangar 1819

Wed 4/22 – Philadelphia, PA – Foundry

Thu 4/23 – Washington, DC – Atlantis

Sat 4/25 – New York, NY – Gramercy

Sun 4/26 – Boston, MA – The Sinclair

Tue 4/28 – Toronto, ON – Mod Club

Wed 4/29 – Cleveland, OH – Mahall's

Fri 5/1 – Chicago, IL – Bottom Lounge

Sat 5/2 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line

Sun 5/3 – St. Louis, MO – Delmar Hall

Tue 5/5 – Kansas City, MO – Record Bar

Thu 5/7 – Denver, CO – Bluebird

Sat 5/9 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Grand @ The Complex

Sun 5/10 – Boise, ID – Shrine Social

Tue 5/12 – Seattle, WA – The Croc

Wed 5/13 – Portland, OR – Hawthorne

Fri 5/15 – Sacramento, CA – Goldfield

Sat 5/16 – Los Angeles, CA – The Roxy

Sun 5/17 – Anaheim, CA – HOB Parish

Tue 5/19 – Arizona – Crescent Ballroom

Thu 5/21 – Austin, TX – CATIL

Fri 5/22 – Houston, TX – Bad Astronaut

Sat 5/23 – Dallas, TX – Puzzles

Tue 5/26 – Nashville, TN – Basement East

Thu 5/28 – Allentown, PA – Arrow

Fri 5/29 – Pittsburgh, PA – Thunderbird Music Hall

Sat 5/30 – Lansing, MI – Grewal Hall

Mon 6/1 – Louisville, KY – Headliners Music Hall

About Vana:

Vana (pronounced VAH-NAH) is a New Zealand-based artist whose industrial alt-metal sound merges brutal riffs with haunting electro-pop elements, trap-influenced production, and visceral breakdowns. Raised in Auckland (originally born in Anaheim, California), Vana is entirely self-taught, building her sound and fanbase independently before signing to Sumerian Records in 2025.

Her breakout single "Beg!" amassed over 18.8 million Spotify streams and 1.7 million video views, earning her acclaim from Rolling Stone Australia, Vice New Zealand, NZ Musician, and Rova. With over 85 million cross-platform streams, 765,000 monthly Spotify listeners, and a combined social following of over 1.2 million across TikTok and Instagram, Vana has established herself as one of alternative music's most compelling new voices.

Drawing influence from Pierce the Veil, Sleeping With Sirens, Bring Me The Horizon, Brakence, and Chase Atlantic, Vana's music is equally informed by gothic literature, Lovecraftian horror, fantasy role-playing games like Baldur's Gate 3, and fragrance descriptions on niche perfume forums. She co-produces all her music with Vincent Ernst of Magnolia Park, crafting a sonic world as lore-driven and visually ambitious as it is sonically uncompromising.

A passionate advocate for inclusion, mental health awareness, and female empowerment in male-dominated spaces, Vanauses her platform to create a safe space for women, LGBTQ+ audiences, and anyone who's ever felt like an outsider. Her debut album, arriving fall 2026 via Sumerian Records, will introduce a dystopian fantasy world rooted in dark femininity, villainy, and the perspective of the misunderstood.



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EMBERS OF DAWN Announce New Single “Shadow of Her Veil” From Their Forthcoming Album Due Later in 2026

EMBERS OF DAWN unveil their newest single “Shadow of Her Veil” a track that walks the line between heavy gothic rock and doom metal with a sound that feels both timeless and unrelenting. Early listeners have compared it to a modern day SISTERS OF MERCY tune, capturing a haunting blend of gothic atmosphere and doom driven weight. Echoes of TYPE O NEGATIVE and PARADISE LOST also pulse through the track, creating a dark immersive soundscape that lingers long after the final note.

“Shadow of Her Veil” explores themes of sorrow, reflection, and heavy beauty. Lyrically, the song delves into the feeling of being haunted by the past by memories by expectations and by the versions of people we hold onto even when they are no longer present. It is a meditation on loss and identity, portraying the struggle of living with memory and expectation, and the sense of being followed by someone’s lingering presence while trying to understand oneself in the aftermath.

With its brooding atmosphere and powerful emotional weight “Shadow of Her Veil” stands as one of EMBERS OF DAWN’s most evocative works to date and offers a compelling preview of what awaits on their forthcoming album arriving in 2026.

About EMBERS OF DAWN:

Formed in 2022, EMBERS OF DAWN is a genre-defying metal project born out of Jacksonville, Florida and Santa Barbara, California. The band blends elements of industrial, gothic, melodic death metal, and cyber-metal to create a sound that is both cinematic and punishing. Known for their thematic focus on alienation, modern decay, and emotional detachment, EMBERS OF DAWN delivers music that is as introspective as it is aggressive.

The band’s music features cold, mechanical precision layered with dark melodic textures, drawing influence from acts like PAIN, DARK TRANQUILLITY, MINISTRY, FEAR FACTORY, RAMMSTEIN, STATIC-X, ROB ZOMBIE, ARCH ENEMY, and TYPE O NEGATIVE. With each release, they continue to explore new sonic territory, balancing technicality with atmosphere, brutality with beauty.

Their upcoming debut album Infernal Culture features drums by ADRIAN ERLANDSSON (AT THE GATES, CRADLE OF FILTH, PARADISE LOST, THE HAUNTED), adding an explosive edge to their already dynamic sound.
 

EMBERS OF DAWN is:

  • Cliff Ross – guitars, programming

  • Scott Van Horn – bass, programming

  • Graves- Vocals

TRIUMPH ANNOUNCES FIRST TOUR IN 30 YEARS WITH 50TH ANNIVERSARY NORTH AMERICAN TOUR

Triumph, one of Canada’s most revered and influential rock bands, proudly announces their first tour in 30 years with the Triumph 50th Anniversary Tour,produced by Live Nation - an expansive 2026 North American run celebrating five decades of musical excellence, pioneering stagecraft, and a legacy that continues to inspire fans worldwide.

“Our fans have always been the heart of Triumph. Their energy, their belief, and the way they embraced the positivity in our music have carried us for fifty years. We’ve always said these songs were meant to bring people together - and that’s exactly why we’re coming back now. We knew there was still a chapter left to write. This tour is our chance to do it, together with the people who made the Triumph journey possible.” 

Tickets for the Triumph 50th Anniversary Tour with special guest April Wine, will be available beginning with a presale running Wednesday, December 10 through Thursday, December 11, giving fans early access to seats. American Express® Card Members in Canada can purchase tickets before the general public beginning Wednesday, December 10 at 10am local time through Thursday, December 11 at 11:59pm local time. The general on-sale follows on Friday, December 12 at 10am local time at livenation.com.

Triumph has partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 from every ticket sold will support SoundsUnite – the music community for learning, wellness, and creativity – anywhere, anytime, any device.

Formed in Mississauga in 1975, Triumph - Rik Emmett (guitar, vocals), Mike Levine (bass, keyboards), and Gil Moore (drums, vocals), rose from playing high school auditoriums and rock n’ roll bars to selling out iconic arenas, from Toronto’s famed Maple Leaf Gardens to Reunion Arena in Dallas, Texas. Their virtuosic musicianship, soaring vocals, and dazzling, high-production live shows helped define an era of arena rock. Blending hard rock power with progressive ambition, Triumph has sold over 15 million albums worldwide and earned multiple gold and platinum certifications, building a global following through headline tours and landmark festival performances, including the 1983 US Festival before 500,000 fans. With hits like “Lay It on the Line,” “Magic Power,” and “Fight the Good Fight” - combined with pioneering stage productions featuring pyrotechnics, laser lighting, and theatrical flair - Triumph became arena rock legends, securing a permanent place in Canadian and international rock history.

The band’s return to the road follows a defining year honouring Triumph’s impact across generations. In June 2025, the band was celebrated with Magic Power: All-Star Tribute to Triumph (Round Hill Records, June 6, 2025), a 15-track tribute album featuring rock luminaries such as Phil X, Sebastian Bach, Slash, Nancy Wilson, Joey Belladonna, Dee Snider, Lawrence Gowan, Deen Castronovo, Alex Lifeson, Jeff Keith, Mickey Thomas, and produced by the world-renowned Mike Clink (Guns N’ Roses, Mötley Crüe, Whitesnake).

Further solidifying their celebrated status, Triumph was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame in October, a prestigious honour recognizing their enduring influence, masterful songwriting, and contributions to Canada’s cultural legacy. This induction adds to their long list of accolades, which includes membership in the Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame (2007), the Canadian Music Hall of Fame (2008), and Canada’s Walk of Fame (2019).

2026 TRIUMPH 50TH ANNIVERSARY NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES
 

CANADA

April 22 - Sault Ste. Marie, ON | GFL Memorial Gardens
April 24 - Toronto, ON | Scotiabank Arena
April 25 - Hamilton, ON | TD Coliseum
April 28 - Halifax, NS | Scotiabank Centre
April 29 - Moncton, NB | Avenir Centre
May 1 - Laval, QC | Place Bell (Montreal)
May 2 - Ottawa, ON | Canadian Tire Centre
May 5 - Winnipeg, MB | Canada Life Centre
May 7 - Edmonton, AB | Rogers Place
May 8 - Calgary, AB | Scotiabank Saddledome

UNITED STATES

May 13 - Rosemont, IL | Rosemont Theatre (Chicago)
May 14 - Milwaukee, WI | Miller High Life Theatre
May 16 - Kansas City, MO | Starlight Theatre
May 17 - St. Louis, MO | Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
May 20 - Irving, TX | The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory (Dallas)
May 21 - San Antonio, TX | Frost Bank Center
May 22 - Houston, TX | Smart Financial Center at Sugar Land
May 24 - Tampa, FL | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheater
May 26 - Atlanta, GA | Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park
May 28 - Camden, NJ | Freedom Mortgage Pavilion (Philadelphia)
May 30 - Sterling Heights, MI | Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill (Detroit)
June 3 - Darien Center, NY | Darien Lake Amphitheater
June 5 - Wantagh, NY | Northwell at Jones Beach Theater (New York)
June 6 - Boston, MA | Leader Bank Pavilion

STEVE GORDON MIA RELEASES EXPLOSIVE NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR “BROKEN” FEAT. RAY WEST (SPREAD EAGLE)

Rock/Metal Guitarist, Producer, Mixer, and longtime industry veteran “Steve Gordon MIA” has officially released the music video for his breakout single “BROKEN”, featuring powerhouse vocalist Ray West of Spread Eagle. The track has already made major noise at radio currently at #22 on Metal Contraband Radio Charts--and the new visual brings the song's emotional intensity, modern heaviness, and cinematic atmosphere to life.

“BROKEN” marks the second collaboration between Gordon and West, following their acclaimed single “We Go To War,”that climbed to #18 on the Metal Charts and continues the sonic blueprint Gordon has spent years crafting: classic metal emotion delivered with hard hitting modern production.

The new video is the most fully realized chapter of the “Steve Gordon MIA” visual universe so far. Combining gritty cinematics, emotional narrative, and Gordon’s signature heavy aesthetic, the “BROKEN” video plunges viewers into the darker themes behind the song—pain, recovery, addiction, rebirth,survival and the razor-thin line between destruction and redemption. Ray West’s soaring performance is on fire, backed by Gordon’s relentless guitar work and massive mix, delivering a modern metal anthem—but unmistakably stamped with Gordon’s veteran sonic identity.

STEVE GORDON MIA “Broken” Official Music Video below:

 

Listen to BROKEN: https://hypeddit.com/stevegordonmia/broken

About Steve Gordon MIA

With deep New York roots, Steve Gordon MIA is a guitarist, songwriter, producer, and mixer. His sound merges the brutality of modern Metal with the precision and musicality only decades of top-tier experience can create.

STEVE GORDON MIA may be a newer solo name to many fans, but his fingerprints are all over the rock world & radio worldwide. A Grammy-nominated engineer, a 50+ Gold & Platinum guitarist, and a behind-the-scenes force across rock, metal, pop, R&B, and film, Gordon has played guitar for, Produced or Mixed:

Bon Jovi, Wu-Tang Clan, Rod Stewart, Phil Collins, Prince, Toni Braxton, Celine Dion, Frank Sinatra, Morgan Wallen, Rob Thomas, Motley Crew/2 Live Crew (HanginWith The Homeboys Movie Soundtrack), Regina Belle, Matt Kramer (Saigon Kick), Inner Circle, and Tito Jackson, Phyllis Hyman, Betty Wright, Gregory Abbott, Dr. John, Rita Marley, Kirk Whalum, Najee, Walter Beasley, David Sanborn, Donell Jones, Aretha Franklin, Howard Hewitt, Natalie Cole, Bad Company (Brian Howe) & more.  

In addition to his recording and session work, Gordon has placed over 30 songs in major films and soundtracks, including “The Little Things” starring Denzel Washington, “80 For Brady” starring Jane Fonda, Sally Field, Rita Moreno, Lily Tomlin, and NFL legend Tom Brady, and “Mafia Mama” starring Toni Collette and Monica Bellucci. His work also extends to Disney movies & soundtracks, as well as placements across Netflix, HBO, and Paramount & Showtime, showcasing his versatility and wide-reaching impact. After decades shaping the sound of Icons & other artists, Gordon is now carving out his own lane—leading into the upcoming full-length album “In The Blink Of An Eye” that features world class internationally known Hard Rock Metal singers in the Hard Rock / Metal arena coming out January 2026). Gordon is also a Grammy-nominated engineer credited for the“Betty Wright & The Roots’ song titled “Surrender”.

 
Links to Website and All Socials 

https://stevegordonmia.com

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576615768613

https://www.instagram.com/stevegordon_mia

https://youtube.com/@stevegordon1562

Kenny Chesney ONLY Country Act in POLLSTAR's Top 10 of the Millennium

When POLLSTAR, the bible of the touring industry, published its quarter century Most Popular Touring Artists of the 21st Century, East Tennessee songwriter/superstar Kenny Chesney found himself as the only country artist in a very competitive Top 10. Landing at No. 7 – sandwiched between Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band and Metallica, in spite of an extra year of shutdown and two years of playing more intimate tours – the man who’s built a career trying to create a space where people come together for the love of life, music and each other shared the list with Coldplay, U2, Ed Sheeran, good friend Dave Matthews and Taylor Swift.
 
“When I got the news, I was shocked,” Chesney confessed. “I only really think about all those faces smiling, laughing, singing – it’s the most beautiful sea of love and joy imaginable. I have never really considered how many; just how much fun everyone’s having. But when you look at this list, see names of people who set the bar in so many ways, it takes your breath away.
 
“And a list like this? The numbers don’t lie. To think we played to over 18 million people since 2001 – even with the time we had to take off – is mind-blowing for a kid from East Tennessee. But it says everything about the passion No Shoes Nation brings to this music.”
 
According to POLLSTAR, Chesney has played to 18,198,369 fans. But even more, the man named Billboard’s Top Country Artist of the 21st Century earlier this year is already gearing up for his second Sphere residency in Vegas, where he took the genre into a whole new dimension. With June dates already on sale via KennyChesney.com, fans can expect several new songs, refreshed visuals and some songs he can’t bring into his massive high energy stadium concerts.
 
“Sphere pulled me into so many songs the fans know and love in new ways,” Chesney says. “And it deepened how I see them. That production consumes you, so we’re going back even harder and fuller. Sphere’s intimacy lets me do songs I can’t play in a stadium, things we love or something I haven’t played in forever – so that freedom to bring things down lets us take the show a lot of places, which makes it fun and even surprising to me and the band many nights.”
 
What lies ahead for the hardest working man in country music remains to be seen. Having closed the book tour for Heart Life Music, his No. 1 New York Times Hardcover Nonfiction and Combined Print and E-Book Nonfiction debut that’s spent the last month on those charts, Chesney crossed the country sharing stories of not just his life and creative journey, but so many moments shared with No Shoes Nation over the years. The unlikely dreamer raised on bluegrass, Steve Miller and George Jones brought people into how he got here, but also where he’s going.
 
“After news like this,” the man Wall Street Journal called “King of the Road” reflects, “it makes me want to get out there right now and play. There’s no feeling like that moment when we hit the stage, the people’s energy drives straight into us and we turn around and give it right back. To share that transfer of passion back and forth? It takes you to new levels of how good you can feel, takes away what bothers you and sends you out in the night ready for a brand-new day.”

Photo Credit: Allister Ann

Kenny Chesney Live at Sphere Las Vegas
June 19, 2026
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SUNSWARM Unleashes Debut Single “Sunswarm”: A Bleak, Crushing Immersion Into Modern Industrial Noise

SUNSWARM, the emerging industrial noise act from Southampton, UK, has announced the release of its self-titled debut single, “Sunswarm.” Newly formed, the band arrives with a fully articulated vision that leans into heaviness not as spectacle, but as an unavoidable truth. Their sound is shaped by the weight and desolation of GODFLESH, the spiritual intensity of AMENRA, the confrontational extremity of THE BODY, and the cosmic dread of ORANSSI PAZUZU. SUNSWARM draw from these influences without imitation, creating an approach that is defined by early 90s industrial sampling techniques, scorched guitar textures, and vocals shaped by black-metal intensity, all fused into rhythms that feel more like movements of pressure than traditional song structures.

The single “Sunswarm” serves as the first expression of this identity. Its lyrics are minimal and ritualistic, functioning less as narrative and more as invocation: “Sunswarm. How to die. Sunswarm. Look into the light.” These words sit within an atmosphere that feels both claustrophobic and vast, the kind of sound designed to confront rather than reassure. The track is built to feel like a moment suspended between collapse and revelation, a tone that reflects the band’s view of the modern world and the emotional weight they aim to channel.

About SUNSWARM:

SUNSWARM is led by vocalist and bassist Rich Lee-Davis and vocalist and guitarist Neil Sutton, joined by additional contributors who extend the band’s sonic and visual reach. Together they construct an immersive environment where sound, light, and texture collide. Their creative world is defined by sensory overload, stark monochrome imagery, disorienting strobe work, and the feeling of being enclosed within an atmosphere that is both vast and hostile. Everything they create is intended to overwhelm, to blur the line between performance and encounter.

From their earliest ideas, SUNSWARM have operated from a place of complete self-definition, shaping a language of heaviness that goes beyond impact or aggression. They approach weight and intensity as emotional terrain, a landscape shaped by pressure, absence, and the darker edges of lived experience. Their debut single, “Sunswarm,” marks the first reveal of this landscape, a glimpse into the bleak and immersive world the band is building.

SUNSWARM is: 

Rich Lee-Davis - vocals, bass
Neil Sutton - vocals, guitar
Additional contributors (live and studio) - to be announced

Connect with SUNSWARM:

Website: https://sunswarm.bandcamp.com/
Bandcamp: https://sunswarm.bandcamp.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sunswarmband
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunswarmband/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SUNSWARM