It’s not done until it’s out. At least not if you’re Kenny Chesney, who’s always found and recorded songs and singles after albums have been turned in. Relentlessly pursuing the absolute best songs, plugged into old guard, right now and next wave music people across genres, he’s always seeking songs that say something new, dig a little deeper, offer a different take or musical spin – not for a project he’s trying to finish, but the sake of the music.
“Nothing fires me up like a great song,” Chesney allows. “Maybe it’s the way I came up at Acuff Rose with Dean Dillon, Buddy Brock, Whitey Shafer and Tony Lane, always writing something that’d catch your ear… Or maybe it goes all the way back to church, WIVK on the radio as a little kid, the Cas Walker local TV show in the morning getting ready for school and all the music me and my friends listened to, but I got addicted to how music made me feel real young; and it’s the one thing I can’t quit no matter how much discipline I’ve got.”
With an album done, three songs hit Chesney’s radar, and kept tumbling. What they said, how they hit him in the heart… the East Tennessee songwriter/superstar started playing with the sequence, swapping things in, taking things out, trying to figure out how to add them in. Laughing he admits, “It’s a little bit like putting a puzzle together: you know the best possible thing is there, you just have to figure it out. It’s been kind of fun, kind of crazymaking, but it reminds me the power of an actual album, you know? Ten, twelve songs that hold together, not as a concept, but more as a vibe rather than just a flood of songs.”
With “Carry On” making history as the first independent and only third song in history to close out the country radio panel in its first week, the man Billboard called “The Country Artist of the 21st Century” wants to make sure his first album on HEY NOW Records matches the energy and heart his team is putting into it. “Carry On”’s message also reminds him the power of music to speak to how people live, and the way music can empower people to live their best lives.
Co-producing with longtime collaborator and Nashville Songwriter Hall of Famer Buddy Cannon, the idea of creating something that holds together sits in a very sweet spot. “I’m trying to find the sequence and make some decisions, but those three songs make this a whole other project. Shane McAnally and I had a conversation – just like ‘Noise’ – and a great song came out of it; someone sent me a song that my friends Brett James and Tony Lane had written that says it all about life… and I’ve got one that’s about a place, but it’s also a state of mind and a state of being that’s really special. Are they singles? I don’t know, but they’re great, that’s what matters.”
Keeping with that spirit of creativity, Chesney guests on his longtime friend Rick Rubin’s podcast “Tetragrammaton” this week. Debuting June 10, he and the legendary rock/rap producer (Run-D.M.C., Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tom Petty, Public Enemy, Slayer, Rage Against the Machine) explore the myriad ways creativity manifests, knowing how to find one’s actual truth instead of chasing trends and honoring the people and places who share your life experience.
“We’ve been trying to do this since before we released Heart Life Music,” Chesney laughs, “We are both so busy, we finally got it done. But, just like always, talking to Rick about music inspires me – and makes me want to push what’s possible.”
Gunshine Releases New Single "My Oh Miley" Ahead of Upcoming Album Grand Rising
Florida rock band Gunshine released their fifth track, “My Oh Miley,” offering fans a taste of their forthcoming full-length album, Grand Rising, due out digitally on July 24 through vnclm_ / Create Music Group.
“My Oh Miley” is a hard rock track that channels high-energy riffs and infectious melodic hooks into a playful, tongue-in-cheek tribute to Miley Cyrus. Built around clever lyrical references to titles from her catalog and key moments from her public life, the song weaves those nods into an original narrative rather than simply name-dropping. The result is a driving, anthemic cut that balances grit and melody—blending distorted guitars, punchy rhythms, and a soaring chorus designed for singalongs. Equal parts homage and rock spectacle, “My Oh Miley”captures the chaos, charisma, and cultural impact of its subject while standing firmly as a hook-heavy, modern rock anthem in its own right.
The song was tracked in Las Vegas with producer/engineer Chris Collier. Chris also mixed and mastered the track, as well as, the whole record.
STREAM "My Oh Miley" HERE
The album is now available on limited edition vinyl and CD here:
https://gunshine.diggers.store/
WATCH "My Oh Miley" Below:
While the digital release of Grand Rising arrives later this summer, fans won’t have to wait long to get their hands on the record. Physical copies of the album, including CD and double vinyl editions, alongside exclusive Gunshine merchandise, are available for purchase online at https://gunshine.diggers.store/ The CD and double vinyl will also be sold through the band at upcoming live shows.
"We tracked the whole record, (except "Goth Girl" and "Single Looks Good On You"), in Las Vegas with producer/mixer Chris Collier (Korn, Mick Mars, Whitesnake, Lynchmob). I've been working with Chris for about 9 years now. He's incredibly talented, has a great ear, and adds a heavy hitting production value that makes the songs sonically translate very well," says Austin Ingerman.
Hailing from Pensacola, Florida, Gunshine have built a reputation on catchy vocal melodies, clever lyrics, blistering guitar riffs and solos, and a lethal rhythm section. Their sound blends edgy, raw Rock ’n’ Roll attitude with a melodic, Pop-forward sensibility, creating music that hits hard while remaining instantly memorable. Combined with their high-energy, commanding live performances, Gunshine continue to enthrall listeners and prove themselves a force to be reckoned with.
With Grand Rising, Gunshine raise the bar yet again in an exciting evolution of the band. The album takes listeners on a dynamic journey filled with genre-bending twists and turns, shifting moods, and unexpected vibes—all while staying true to the core elements that set Gunshine apart. Featuring 13 tracks, each single-worthy in its own right, Grand Rising is poised to become a modern-day rock classic.
Check out upcoming tour dates HERE
Gunshine are:
Austin Ingerman: (Guitar, Vocals)
Jordan Benson: (Lead Vocals, Piano)
Jake Tripp: (Bass, Vocals)
Tommy Salzburg: (Drums, Vocals)
STELLAR CIRCUITS RELEASE NEW SINGLE 'WOUNDED HEALER'
North Carolina progressive alt-metal outfit STELLAR CIRCUITS have unveiled their latest single, ‘Wounded Healer,’ available now via Nuclear Blast Records.
Continuing the creative momentum established by their acclaimed album Phantom :: Phoenix and recent standalone single ‘Spotlight,’ ‘Wounded Healer’ fuses crushing heaviness with melodic and dissonant tension, mirroring the struggle between decay and redemption. Driven by themes of inner sickness and fragile transformation, it confronts the breaking point—where healing and destruction collide, and survival demands you make your move before you dissolve away.
Following the success of Phantom :: Phoenix, which further solidified the band's reputation for crafting immersive and emotionally resonant modern metal, STELLAR CIRCUITS continue to demonstrate why they remain one of the genre's most exciting and forward-thinking acts.
Stream ‘Wounded Healer’: https://sc.bfan.link/wounded-healer
‘WOUNDED HEALER’ LYRIC VISUALIZER BELOW:
Released in late 2025 to widespread praise from fans and critics alike, Phantom :: Phoenix represented a defining moment for STELLAR CIRCUITS, showcasing the band's ability to seamlessly merge progressive complexity, crushing heaviness, and cinematic atmosphere with deeply personal songwriting. The album explored themes of rebirth, perseverance, and self-discovery through tracks such as ‘I See Your Spirit,’ ‘Corridor,’ and ‘Bury The Ashes,’ further establishing the band's reputation for creating emotionally resonant music without sacrificing technical prowess or intensity.
Stream/Purchase Phantom :: Phoenix: https://sc.bfan.link/phantom-phoenix
About STELLAR CIRCUITS:
Stellar Circuits has rapidly become one of the most compelling voices in modern progressive metal. Following their acclaimed 2023 Nuclear Blast debut, Sight To Sound, the band has continued to push boundaries with a sound that balances crushing heaviness, immersive textures, and deeply personal songwriting. Known for their dynamic live performances, Stellar Circuits have toured extensively alongside acts such as Chevelle and Arch Echo, earning a reputation as one of the genre’s most captivating rising acts.
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156/Silence Announce US Headliner 'From A Distance Tour' with Aviana, Heavensgate and Fromjoy
Atmospheric metalcore powerhouse 156/Silence have announced their Fall US headliner 'From A Distance Tour' with Aviana, Heavensgate and Fromjoy as support. The headlining run launches Wednesday, September 9, in Worcester, Massachusetts, and wraps in the band's hometown of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, October 3. The 'From A Distance Tour' coincides with the release of the band's forthcoming new album 'From A Distance' out Friday, September 4 via Pure Noise Records, available for pre-order now at the link here. Tickets go on sale this Friday, June 12, at 10 a.m. local time, so be sure to get yours here and stay tuned for more 156/Silence news coming very soon.
Upcoming 156/Silence Headlining One-Off Dates with Coldstate:
Thu, Aug 20 - Barrie, ON @ The Queens Night Club
Fri, Aug 21 - Syracuse, NY @ Song & Dance
Sat, Aug 22 - Albany, NY @ Empire Underground
'From A Distance Tour' US Headlining Dates with Aviana, Heavensgate & Fromjoy:
Wed Sep 9 - Worcester, MA @ Palladium Upstairs
Thur Sep 10 - Brooklyn, NY @ The Meadows
Fri Sep 11 - Philadelphia, PA @ The Foundry @ The Fillmore
Sat Sep 12 - Baltimore, MD @ Soundstage
Sun Sep 13 - Richmond, VA @ Canal Club
Tue Sep 15 - Durham, NC @ Motorco Music Hall
Wed Sep 16 - Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West
Thur Sep 17 - Winter Park, FL @ The Conduit
Fri Sep 18 - Jacksonville, FL @ Albatross
Sat Sep 19 - Greenville, SC @ Radio Room
Tue Sep 22 - Dallas, TX @ Puzzles Deep Ellum
Wed Sep 23 - San Antonio, TX @ The Rock Box
Fri Sep 25 - Mesa, AZ @ Rosetta Room
Sat Sep 26 - Anaheim, CA @ Parish @ HOB
Sun Sep 27 - Sacramento, CA @ Goldfield Trading Post
Wed Sep 30 - Kansas City, MO @ RecordBar
Fri Oct 02 - Detroit, MI @ TSDMAAC (Sanctuary)
Sat Oct 03 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving
Other Upcoming 156/Silence Tour Dates:
Inkcarceration Festival 2026
Jul 18 — Mansfield, OH — Ohio State Reformatory
It's Not You, It's Me Tour Dates with Chiodos, sace6 & Calva Louise
Thu, Jul 30 - Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium
Sat, Aug 1 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Rockwell @ The Complex
Mon, Aug 3 - Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory
Wed, Aug 5 - Bend, OR @ Midtown Ballroom
Thu, Aug 6 - Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory
Fri, Aug 7 - Vancouver, BC @ The Commodore
Sun, Aug 9 - Calgary, AB @ The Palace Theatre
Mon, Aug 10 - Edmonton, AB @ Union Hall
Tue, Aug 11 - Saskatoon, SK @ Louis
Wed, Aug 12 - Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre
Fri, Aug 14 - St. Paul, MN @ Myth Live
Sat, Aug 15 - Green Bay, WI @ Epic Event Center
Sun, Aug 16 - Chicago, IL @ House of Blues
Mon, Aug 17 - Chicago, IL @ House of Blues
Wed, Aug 19 - Toronto, ON @ The Concert Hall
Sun, Aug 23 - Portland, ME @ State Theater
Tue, Aug 25 - Providence, RI @ Fete Ballroom
Wed, Aug 26 - Huntington, NY @ The Paramount
Fri, Aug 28 - Asheville, NC @ The Orange Peel
Sat, Aug 29 - Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl
Louder Than Life Festival 2026
Sep 20 — Louisville, KY — Kentucky Expo Center
Emptiness Release New Single “The Threat”
Black/death experimental metal band Emptiness are releasing “The Threat” as the second single from their upcoming seventh album Nowhere Speaks. Stretching the boundaries between black and death metal, “The Threat” is located in territory that, for the Belgian band, is intimately familiar: the darkness of the human condition.
Listen to “The Threat” below:
Nowhere Speaks comes out July 17th, 2026 on Season of Mist.
Pre-order & pre-save
https://orcd.co/emptinessnowherespeaks
Save for vocals, keyboards and additional effects, Nowhere Speaks was played live in the studio, after four years of preparation, rehearsals and tests to ensure the music could be performed with the right weight and intention. This is not a production detail so much as a commitment to a specific kind of tension, the kind that does not survive being assembled in pieces. Emptiness’ previous album, Vide (2021), had no distortion, was sung entirely in French, and existed at the edge of silence; Nowhere Speaks moves in the opposite direction, and does so deliberately, opening exactly where Nothing But The Whole (2014) cut off mid-riff and closing by looping back to that album's opening riff.
From early in their career, EMPTINESS has worked this way: Jérémie Bézier handling production across all its dimensions, Olivier J.L.W. directing the visual work in its entirety. Sound and image conceived, shaped and finalized from within. Nowhere Speaks continues that closed circuit, as it always has been.
Nowhere Speaks is not a return. After the most introverted and isolated record of their career, the band opens outward into density and live intensity. The album, developed over an extended period of time, was composed by Jérémie Bézier and Olivier J.L.W., who oversee its production across both sonic and visual dimensions, bringing the work to completion as a unified whole, committed to tape live in the studio. The structural conceit of opening mid-riff from where Nothing But The Whole ended, and closing with that album's opening riff, is not nostalgia. It is the same logic that has always governed EMPTINESS: the cycle without a fixed point, beginning and ending inside each other, nothing and everything at the same time. The band has spent years demonstrating that they do not move in straight lines. Nowhere Speaks is a continuation from a point the listener was not meant to forget.
Line-up:
Jérémie Bezier — Vocals, Bass
Olivier J.L.W. — Guitars
Simon L. — Guitars
Dea Hydra — Synths
Laye Louhenapessy — Drums
Follow Emptiness:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Emptiness.be
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emptiness.official
Bandcamp: https://emptiness.bandcamp.com/
Twitter/X: https://x.com/Emptiness_band
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5AXPdt3zknCylvlnEi0JFO
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/emptiness/303855225
Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/artist/199828
Tidal: https://tidal.com/artist/4813509
Booking Contact:
Benny (Triple Bookings)
MALVADA Shares New Single “Aventura Favorita” Out Now via Frontiers Music Srl
Today, women-led, talented Brazilian Rock band MALVADA are pleased to share their new single, “Aventura Favorita,” along with an official visualizer, available now via Frontiers Music Srl.
The band states:
“’Aventura Favorita’ is about finding someone who makes the world seem bigger and somehow still feels like home.”
The rising star of the Brazilian rock scene has a name: MALVADA, and they are ready to take over the world!
Watch the Official Visualizer for "Aventura Favorita" Below:
MALVADA was initially formed in March 2020, at the beginning of the pandemic. With a rock n' roll style full of personality, the band quickly attracted attention as one of the most promising acts in the Brazilian rock scene.
In January 2021, MALVADA released their first single entitled "Mais Um Gole," which gained greater prominence in the scene. Shortly afterwards, in May of the same year, it was time to release the second single, "Cada Escolha uma Renúncia," which preceded the launch of the band's debut album, 'A Noite Vai Ferver.'
In 2022 and 2023, MALVADA solidified its presence on the national rock panorama, performing more than a hundred shows in several cities in Brazil. The band had the privilege of participating in huge festivals, such as Rock in Rio, Best of Blues and Rock, Angra Fest,and Chama Rock, sharing the stage with renowned national and international rock names, like Pitty, Ira!, Angra, Viper, Edu Falaschi, Matanza, Golpe de Estado, Extreme, and Tom Morello.
In November 2023, MALVADA, composed of Indira Castillo, Bruna Tsuruda, Rafaela Reoliand Juliana Salgado surprised with a big announcement: the band has become the newest signee of the prestigious Italian label Frontiers Records, which has renowned bands in its catalog such as Mr. Big, Asia, Whitesnake, Jeff Scott Soto, among others, promising to take them to a new level, with opportunities to expand their reach and conquer the global market.
Their latest self-titled album, released last June and produced by the Brazilian Grammy-award-winning producer Giu Daga, delivers a powerful and exciting musical experience, featuring tracks in both English and Portuguese, setting the bar for the band to conquer a global audience.
MALVADA recently toured Europe with Michael Schenker, wrapping the tour up last month, and is set to play again at Rock in Rio in September, along with Bring Me The Horizon, Avenged Sevenfold, Bad Omens, and Poppy.
MALVADA are:
Indira Castillo - Vocals
Bruna Tsuruda - Guitar
Juliana Salgado - Drums
Rafaela Reoli - Bass
unpeople Announce Debut Album "we are unpeople" Set For 10/9 + New Single "friends" Out Now!
Today, rapidly ascending four-piece unpeople announce their unifying, genre-spanning debut album we are unpeople out October 9 on SharpTone Records, which takes the philosophy behind the band's name and turns it into a powerful, uncompromising statement of intent.
The announcement is accompanied by brand new single "friends" — listen below.
"'friends' is essentially a love song from the perspective of someone who is wholly skeptical about the very concept of love and what it's come to mean in a modern context," explains vocalist Jake Crawford. "I am essentially saying I am going to kill the very concept of love before it's even had a chance to get a hold of me - I am that afraid of being that vulnerable. I'd rather not bother than risk saying something I don’t mean, and then pay for it emotionally down the line. I'm fully aware that this is not necessarily healthy, but the mind takes you to some strange places when strong feelings are involved."
A seamless ability to connect across boundaries and conjure communal spirit, sits at the very heart of this debut album. Built upon massive choruses, four-part vocal harmonies, and unabated heaviness, we are unpeople captures a band whose ambition is matched by their belief in the power of music to unite people.
With stadium-busting choruses,to '00s Reuben-esque mega riffs, and the stunningly unpredictable eccentricity of System Of A Down, the album is colorful and joyous, yet aggressive and intense, having already spawned infectious tasters that include "clouds," "the garden," and "waste."
Comprised of Jake Crawford, Luke Caley, Em Lodge, and Richard Rayner,unpeople have quickly established themselves as one of the UK's most exciting new alternative bands, earning themselves a reputation for creating music that feels equally at home on the biggest rock stages and the heaviest festival bills — having fittingly been described as the lightest band at Bloodstock, and the heaviest band at Kendal Calling — finding themselves equally at home in both settings.
Originally used to describe those considered politically unimportant or without value, the term "unpeople" has since become another way to dismiss those whose views differ from our own. The band have reclaimed the phrase entirely, transforming it into a celebration of shared humanity, individuality, and belonging.
Since forming in 2023, that approach has seen unpeople rise at remarkable speed, with Kerrang! hailing them as "one of alternative music's best new bands." Live, they've opened for Metallica in Vienna, shared bills with Smashing Pumpkins andCoheed & Cambria, drawn huge crowds at 2000trees, and will a perform a landmark Main Stage-opening set at Download Festival this weekend — as well as appearances at Reading & Leeds Festival, Copenhell, Hurricane, Southside & many more this summer.
The rest of 2026 and beyond is there for the taking for a band rapidly on the ascension. "'we are unpeople is released into the world on October 9 and we couldn’t be more proud of it," says the band. "We collectively put our absolute everything into it and we can’t wait to share it with you all!
we are unpeople.
you are unpeople.
we are all unpeople."
UNPEOPLE LIVE:
6/10–6/14 — Hradec Králové, CZ — Rock For People
6/11–6/13 — Interlaken, CH — Greenfield Festival
6/14 — Donington, UK — Download Festival
6/19–6/21 — Scheeßel, DE — Hurricane Festival
6/19–6/21 — Neuhausen ob Eck, DE — Southside Festival
6/25–6/27 — Ysselsteyn, NL — Jera On Air
6/27 — Copenhagen, DK — Copenhell
7/17–7/18 — Joensuu, FI — Ilosaarirock
7/31–8/2 — Manchester, UK — Radar Festival
8/27–8/30 — Reading & Leeds Festival — UK
9/3 — Torquay, UK — The Foundry
UNPEOPLE ARE:
Jake Crawford — Guitar, Lead Vocals
Luke Caley — Guitar, Vocals
Meg Mash — Bass, Vocals
Richard Rayner — Drums, Vocals
New Jersey's DEARDARKHEAD reveals 'In Another Life', previewing first album in 26 years
New Jersey alternative rock outfit Deardarkhead presents 'In Another Life', their second offering from 'The Pendulum Swings', - their first full-length album in 25 years. Balancing tension between crystalline guitar arpeggios, a wall of fuzzed out tremolo, and melodic baselines, the band concocts an introspective atmosphere about what could have been.
Built around soaring guitar leads and melodic bass hooks, this follows the lead track 'Letting Go'. A song about growth and change, centered on releasing old patterns and embracing new directions, this track features keyboardist Joe McGinty, known for his work with The Psychedelic Furs, Nada Surf, Ryan Adams and Deborah Harry, adding additional layers of atmosphere and texture.
Now made up of guitarist Kevin Harrington, drummer Robert Weiss and bassist James Malizia, who recently replaced Brandon Howard following the recording of this album. Deardarkhead has built a distinctive identity since the departure of vocalist-bassist Michael Amper in 2009, shifting fully into instrumental composition where melody and texture take the place of vocals.
With many notable milestones over their nearly four decades, including shows with the likes of Supergrass, The Psychedelic Furs, Everclear, Nothing and The Lilys, the new album captures an ever-evolving band, refining their voice through texture, atmosphere, and emotional momentum.
Taking their name from the 1867 Irish poem “Cean Dubh Dilis” by Samuel Ferguson -- a work about a beautiful dark-haired girl -- Deardarkhead was formed in 1988 in the Atlantic City, New Jersey area. Their identity rooted as much in mood as in melody, their music blends atmospheric dreampop, shoegaze shimmer and ethereal rock, unfolding as an original, guitar-driven psychedelic tightrope walk balancing moody textures and shimmering melodies.
Drummer, Robert Weiss was particularly inspired by sitar music for the rhythmic droning lead sections while writing the song. He shares, "'In Another Life' is about the choices you didn’t make which still haunt you to some degree. The what ifs we all think about, but ultimately have no real impact. There’s no way of knowing where a different path would have lead, so you can’t be too bothered about it. One must live in the present."
Deardarkhead's sixth recording and second full-length album, 'The Pendulum Swings' captures a period of renewed experimentation and refinement. Recorded at Miner Street Recordings in Philadelphia, they worked with producers Brian McTear and Amy Morrissey (The War on Drugs, Kurt Vile, Sharon Van Etten) and Grammy-nominated mastering engineer Joe Lambert (Animal Collective, Blonde Redhead, Beach House, M83, Wild Nothing).
Across ten instrumental tracks, the record moves through shifting moods ranging from soaring, psychedelic-tinged guitar anthems to driving post-punk rhythms and more ambient, abstract passages. The result is a dynamic and cohesive work that highlights the band’s signature blend of shimmering guitars, pulsing bass, and powerful percussion. The band pushes the envelope with their instrumental approach, using drum loops, unusual time signatures, ebow, bass VI, and expanded guitar layering.
Deardarkhead has released five recordings via Fertile Crescent Records, beginning with their 1998 debut album 'Unlock the Valves of Feeling', and featured on numerous US and Japanese indie compilations. In 2011, Captured Tracks released 'Oceanside: 1991-1993', a retrospective of their early material (and second released in their Shoegaze Archives series). They then joined iconic label Saint Marie Records in 2015, releasing their critically-acclaimed 'Strange Weather' EP with them in 2016.
As of June 9, 'In Another Life' is available from music platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. Now available for pre-order, 'The Pendulum Swings' album will be released on CD, digitally, and on 180-gram vinyl on July 10.
CREDITS
Written by Robert Weiss & Kevin Harrington
Kevin Harrington - guitars (all tracks) and bass VI, ebow & bass (track 10)
Robert Weiss - drums & percussion
Brandon Howard - bass (tracks 1-9)
Joe McGinty - keyboards (track 6)
Recorded at Miner Street Recordings, Philadelphia, PA
Produced, engineered & mixed by Brian McTear & Amy Morrissey
Mastered by Joe Lambert
Cover photography & design by Robert Weiss
Video directed and edited by William Murray
Band photos by Mike Maney & Rob Weiss
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
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Hunter Flynn Signs with WME for Representation
Kentucky-born singer-songwriter Hunter Flynn has signed with WME for global representation. Carving his own lane with a genre-defying Appalachian Soul Music sound, Flynn blends folk, country, soul and rock into raw, reflective songs inspired by the landscapes and stories of his youth. His powerful vocals and stripped-down arrangements have quickly built a growing audience online and on the road.
Over the last two years, Flynn has played nearly 200 shows across the United States and Europe, steadily building a grassroots following through relentless touring and raw, emotionally charged performances. In 2025, he was named Artist in Residence at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, a rare honor recognizing both his artistic integrity and cultural impact, and most recently Big Machine Records / Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment announced his signing in partnership with Appalachian Soul Music. Flynn released “Wasted Day” on May 22 and will release “Robbing A Bank” on June 26. Pre-save the track HERE.
“Hunter is the kind of artist you feel immediately. There’s a real depth and honesty to what he creates, and audiences are connecting with it in a powerful way. Between the growth we’re seeing and the foundation he’s built on the road, he’s just getting started,” said WME’s Lance Roberts and Geoff Turner.
“I’ve spent the last few years building this one show at a time,” said Flynn. “To now have a team like WME behind me feels incredibly meaningful. I’m proud of where I come from, proud of the music we’re making, and excited for what’s ahead.”
With new music on the horizon, Flynn’s momentum continues to accelerate online as well, generating more than 8 million on-demand views across platforms in recent months alone.
For more information, please visit https://hunterflynn.com/.
About Hunter Flynn:
Hunter Flynn is a native to the Bluegrass state, born and raised in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Flynn’s first public performance came in early 2022. Since then, the 28 year old singer/songwriter has gained national recognition as one of Appalachia’s most promising young artists. In an area that has no shortage of talent, it is Flynn’s unique perspective and gut punching vocal delivery that leaves the listener with no doubt as to whether or not he has lived the stories he is telling. Flynn has now shared stages with the likes of Zach Top, Megan Moroney, Josh Meloy and more. The sky is the limit for this young artist who refers to his style of music as “Appalachian Soul.”
South Arcade Reveal New Single "Deadmeat"
About to embark on a massive summer of festivals, shows, and more music, South Arcade are back with their latest single, "DEADMEAT." The track is available now on all streaming platforms via BKM in partnership with Atlantic Records. Listen Below.
Speaking of the new single, the band says, "We went into writing wanting to tell a sort of modern Romeo and Juliet story (but with a less depressing ending), and we left with 'DEADMEAT.' It has this reckless optimism about it where the two characters' worlds shouldn't really overlap but they've found each other regardless — they want to escape all of that noise, steal a car, and leave town. It had this 'Us against the world' energy that we loved."
The energetic track shows a playful side to the band while keeping their signature sound. The four-piece have revealed the single ahead of a summer packed of festivals including playing mainstage at Download, Rock 4 People, and TRNSMT before heading to the U.S. later this month for the Idobi Summer School Tour and the iconic Vans Warped Tour (see full itinerary below). Recently finishing the huge UK and EU arena tour with global band 5 Seconds Of Summer, South Arcade teased fans with "DEADMEAT," building huge anticipation for the release.
"DEADMEAT" follows on from last single "SUPERMAN" which was released in April and became the band's biggest streaming debut to date with over 1.5 million streams on Spotify alone. The band recently announced their biggest headline show to date, playing the iconic O2 Academy Brixton in London on February 25, 2027, marking a huge milestone in their already incredibly impressive career. The last few remaining tickets are available here.
Named one of "the most exciting rising artists to watch in 2026" by Alternative Press, South Arcade are conquering all areas of the industry, amassing over 180 million global streams, building a social following of over 2.2 million fans across socials, and completely selling out their first-ever North American headline tour last fall.
Hot off the heels of EPs PLAY! and 2005, both championed relentlessly by BBC Radio 1 across multiple shows, South Arcade have made the kind of noise that's impossible to ignore. With standout cuts "FEAR OF HEIGHTS," "Supermodels," and "Drive Myself Home" turning heads, they're taking over the alternative scene and the loudest chapters are still to come...
SOUTH ARCADE 2026 TOUR DATES:
Idobi Radio Summer School Tour (6/20-7/23):
Vans Warped Tour (7/25-26, 11/14-15):
6/12 — Hradec Králové, CZ — Rock For People Festival
6/13 — Donington Park, UK — Download Festival
6/14 — Glasgow, UK — TRNSMT Festival
6/20 — Los Angeles, CA — The Belasco
6/21 — Phoenix, AZ — The Van Buren
6/23 — Dallas, TX — House of Blues
6/24 — Houston, TX — House of Blues
6/26 — Orlando, FL — House of Blues
6/27 — Atlanta, GA — Buckhead Theatre
6/28 — Charlotte, NC — The Fillmore
6/30 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore Silver Spring
7/1 — New York, NY — Irving Plaza
7/5 — New Haven, CT — Toad’s Place
7/7 — Boston, MA — House of Blues
7/8 — Allentown, PA — Archer Music Hall
7/10 — McKees Rocks, PA — Roxian Theatre
7/11 — Cleveland, OH — House of Blues
7/12 — Cincinnati, OH — Bogart’s
7/14 — Detroit, MI — Saint Andrew’s Hall
7/16 — Chicago, IL — House of Blues
7/17 — Minneapolis, MN — Uptown Theater
7/19 — Denver, CO — Summit
7/20 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Depot
7/22 — Seattle, WA — Showbox SoDo
7/23 — Portland, OR — McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
7/25 — Long Beach, CA — Vans Warped Tour
7/26 — Long Beach, CA — Vans Warped Tour
8/6 — Eschwege, DE — Open Flair Festival
8/7 — Rothenburg, DE — Taubertal Festival
8/8 — Hamburg, DE — Amplified Festival
8/14 — Osaka, JP — Summer Sonic
8/16 — Tokyo, JP — Summer Sonic
11/14 — Orlando, FL — Vans Warped Tour
11/15 — Orlando, FL — Vans Warped Tour
SOUTH ARCADE ARE:
Harmony Cavelle — Vocals
Harry Winks — Guitar
Ollie Green — Bass
Cody Jones — Drums
Alternative Metal Trailblazers COLEPITZ Return with "End of Everything" + Lyric Video Premiere on The PRP
After a 17 year hiatus, COLEPITZ return with their brand new single, "End of Everything." Driven by founding members Rob Korhonen and Ray Suhy, the band is now rounded out by Shane Kinney, an early collaborator from the origins of COLEPITZ.
"End of Everything" was built in collaboration with Grammy award winning singer and songwriter Dave Gutter and mixed by renowned producer Sky Van Hoff (Sleep Token). The new track arrives alongside a lyric video premiering on The PRP, available to view below.
Vocalist Rob Korhonen shares:
"'End of Everything' is our first new drop in 17 years. Nobody gets eased in. The song is a list of things already lost — the prayer, the dog at the gates, the child, the king, the god.”
Check Out the Lyric Video Premiere for "End of Everything" below:
COLEPITZ started in Biddeford, Maine, a beat-up mill town. Birmingham had Sabbath. Biddeford had this.
They tore through the Portland scene in less than a year, leading Wonderdrug Records out of Boston to sign them. The band released its self-titled debut in 1999. Touring behind the record, they played hundreds of shows, crossing the country in a van with Chimaira and sharing stages with Glassjaw, Candiria, Shadows Fall, and Unearth. One song, "Puppet," ended up in an episode of Supernatural, introducing the band to a whole new audience.
Then they stopped.
In 2008, original members Ray Suhy and Rob Korhonen rekindled their friendship, seven years after the band dissolved. They started writing again. 'No Tomorrow Tonight' came out of it, self-released, expansive, ambitious. The two of them were a creative force again.
Life moved on. Rob had two boys and wanted them to have what he did not. They did. Raywent on to join East of the Wall, then Cannabis Corpse, then Six Feet Under. He also released jazz quartet records on Sunnyside. Shane built a booming drum shop and business.
Now, the band returns swinging like they never left with their brand new single, "End of Everything."
This is not a reunion. It is a continuation. The reaper takes his time.
Stream / Listen to "End of Everything" HERE
COLEPITZ are:
Rob Korhonen - Vocals
Ray Suhy - Guitar
Shane Kinney - Drums
Metalcore Band Provenance Release New Single + Music Video "Broken Bonds" via Arson Theory
Massachusetts metalcore band Provenance have released their powerful new single, "Broken Bonds," alongside an accompanying music video that brings the song's themes of betrayal, abandonment, and emotional turmoil to life.
Released via Arson Theory, the four-piece metalcore band from Fitchburg, Massachusetts, formed in 2025 and has quickly begun carving out its place in the modern heavy music scene with an aggressive sound.
At the heart of "Broken Bonds" is a deeply personal message about being left behind when support is needed most. The song's emotional centerpiece arrives in the lyric, "You watched the whole world fall around me," which perfectly captures the song's central theme of feeling abandoned by someone who was expected to stand by your side.
"'You watched the whole world fall around me' heavily reinforces the overall feeling of this song and what it's about being let down and abandoned by someone you counted on for support," says the band.
With "Broken Bonds," Provenance continue to establish themselves as a promising new voice in the metalcore scene, delivering music that resonates with listeners facing their own struggles with loss, disappointment, and fractured relationships.
"Broken Bonds" and its official music video are available now on all major streaming and video platforms.
STREAM "Broken Bonds"
https://arsontheory.vyd.co/ProvenanceBrokenBonds
WATCH "Broken Bonds" (Official Music Video) Below:
Upcoming Shows:
June 23rd @ The Worcester Public Market in Worcester Ma
June 26th @ Pub on Park in Rhode Island
July 3rd @ Bad Brgr in Manchester, NH
July 25th @ The Webster Underground in Hartford, CT
July 31st @ The Bungalow in Manchester, NH
August 1st @ The Met in Rhode Island
August 15th @ Buffalo Iron Works in Buffalo, NY
Band Members:
Jake Aveyard - Vocalist
DeAundre Smith - Guitarist
Kyle Ford - Drummer
Corey Muchata - Bassist
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Violet Breed featuring Brian Wheat (Tesla) Releases Lyric Video for Single "SING"
Violet Breed return with their fifth single “SING,” an electrifying rock anthem with music and lyrics written by Alex Gonzato & Brian Wheat, that blends alternative and classic rock influences with a bold modern edge. From the very first note, the track commands the attention of the listener. Driven by an anthemic chorus- layered in melodic vocal harmonies, soaring gritty guitars and thunderous drums that create an undeniable sense of urgency. It’s clear that with this latest release the band have explored a heavier and rebellious rock sound. The band has released the official lyric video for "SING."
STREAM "SING"
WATCH Violet Breed - SING (Official Lyrics Video) Below:
With its chant-like hook and high-energy delivery, “SING” is an uplifting rock song about using your voice as a rallying cry. Standing up for yourself and others around you urging listeners to break free from the routine and restrictions of everyday life and spreading a message of hope.
With bassist and founding member Brian Wheat at the helm of the track’s production and engineering, Violet Breed’s sound is pushed to its maximum potential- establishing a polished authentic sound that highlights the raw emotion and vocal performance of lead singer AleX.
Violet Breed continue to carve out their place within the alternative rock scene. “SING” showcases a sound that is both refreshingly urgent and unapologetically bold, marking an exciting new chapter for the band as they push their creative boundaries.
Violet Breed represents a powerful collaboration between Wheat, a seasoned rock icon, and AleX, a fresh and dynamic voice in the music industry. The pair have spent the last five years meticulously crafting an album that draws from their own life experiences, creating music that resonates with listeners of all ages. With honest and emotive lyrics, Violet Breed’s sound blends rich rock and pop influences, promising a unique and compelling listening experience.
The debut album showcases the musical prowess of the duo. Fans of both Tesla and AleX will be eager to hear the new material, as Violet Breed looks to make a significant impact on the global music scene.
Brian and AleX are able to tap into experiences from these diverse generations, which add to the depth of the music they produce. Their passion and inspiration for music is born from a shared love for records by The Beatles, Paul McCartney, Queen, and My Chemical Romance. Influences from these bands is subtly interwoven into their music.
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RAZORWIRE HALO Take On NINE INCH NAILS Classic with Haunting New Cover Of "SOMETHING I CAN NEVER HAVE"
"When approaching the cover of "Something I Can Never Have", our goal was not to reinvent the song, but to honor what made it special while incorporating elements of our own musical identity. We stayed closely aligned with the original piano and synth-driven foundation, preserving the mood and intimacy that define the track. At the same time, we introduced our own stylistic touches through the performance, production and overall sonic texture to create a version that feels both familiar and uniquely ours."
The recording process focused heavily on atmosphere and emotion. We wanted every piano note, synth layer, and vocal phrase to contribute to the emotional journey of the song. Rather than overcomplicating the arrangement, we concentrated on capturing the sense of longing and reflection that has made the original such a timeless piece. Finding the right balance between staying faithful to the source material and expressing our own artistic voice was the most important part of the process.
Covering "Something I Can Never Have" was an opportunity to pay tribute to a song that has inspired us for years, and we are excited to share our interpretation with listeners who have loved the original as much as we do.
RAZORWIRE HALO has never been a band afraid to embrace darkness, vulnerability, and raw emotion. Now, the band is paying tribute to one of the most influential acts in alternative and industrial rock history with their powerful new rendition of the Nine Inch Nails classic, "Something I Can Never Have."
Originally appearing on Nine Inch Nails' groundbreaking 1989 debut Pretty Hate Machine, the song has long stood as one of Trent Reznor's most emotionally devastating compositions. Rather than simply recreate the original, RAZORWIRE HALOdigs deep into the song's haunting core, delivering a version that is both respectful of its legacy and unmistakably their own.
From the opening notes, RAZORWIRE HALO transforms the familiar track into a cinematic journey of heartbreak, obsession, loss, and longing. Atmospheric textures, crushing dynamics, and emotionally charged vocals breathe new life into a song that has resonated with listeners for generations.
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In the tumultuous realm where electronic pulses collide with the visceral power of rock, emerges RAZORWIRE HALO, a force to be reckoned with, carving a niche in the sonic landscape with a relentless fusion of heavy electronics and searing rock intensity. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Nine Inch Nails, RAZORWIRE HALO pushes the boundaries of genre, creating a sonic maelstrom that captivates and consumes.
RAZORWIRE HALO is the brainchild of visionary artist,
Tak Kitara, whose hauntingly evocative lyrics and impassioned vocals serve as the band's guiding force. Joined by Skylar Kitara, Rob Harrington, Kyle Potter,
Billy Alexander, and Drew Greer, the group weaves a sonic tapestry that is as intricate as it is ferocious.
RAZORWIRE HALO'S music is an exploration of the darker facets of the human experience, delving into themes of inner conflict, societal discord, and the relentless pursuit of self-discovery. The band's sound is a relentless barrage of electronic beats, pulsating synths, and razor-sharp guitar riffs that cut through the air like a sonic weapon. Their live performances are a visceral experience, a cathartic journey that blurs the lines between man and machine, emotion and electricity.
The band's discography is a testament to their commitment to pushing the boundaries of electronic rock. From the industrial onslaught of "Retaliate" to the introspective depths of "All The Terrible Things" RAZORWIRE HALO'S music is a sonic odyssey that transcends the conventional.
With a growing legion of fans drawn to their electrifying live shows and genre-defying sound, RAZORWIRE HALO stands poised at the forefront of the electronic rock revolution. Unapologetically intense, their music resonates with those who seek a sonic escape into the unknown, a journey through the shadows where raw emotion meets the cold embrace of technology.
As RAZORWIRE HALO continues to carve its name into the annals of heavy electronic rock, one thing is certain, their music is a force that cannot be contained. Brace yourself for the electrifying onslaught of RAZORWIRE HALO, where the wires of emotion and technology entwine, creating a sound that is as captivating as it is destructive.
Remnants Release New Single + Video "Bend//Break"
Indianapolis Metal Band Delivers Powerful Aggression on Latest Release
Rising metal force REMNANTS have unleashed their newest single and music video, "Bend//Break," showcasing the band's signature combination of blistering riffs, crushing breakdowns, and soaring melodic hooks through Arson Theory.
Based out of Indianapolis, REMNANTS has quickly established themselves as a formidable presence in the modern metal scene. The five-piece band delivers a sound that balances relentless heaviness with memorable melodies, creating music that resonates with metal fans across multiple subgenres.
Driven by fast, aggressive guitar work, thunderous rhythms, and powerful vocal performances, "Bend//Break" highlights the chemistry and musicianship that have become hallmarks of the REMNANTS experience. This newest track paints the story of a frustration fueled breaking point after years of emotional damage and neglect - a sonic journey through isolation, inner conflict, and the scars left behind by trauma. "Bend//Break" is an unforgettable declaration of survival from those who have been pushed to the edge fighting some of their darkest moments alone.
"Bend//Break" is available now on all major streaming platforms, accompanied by an official music video.
For more information on REMNANTS, follow the band on social media and streaming platforms.
Upcoming shows can be found HERE
STREAM "Bend//Break"
https://arsontheory.vyd.co/RemnantsBendBreak
WATCH "Bend//Break" Below:
Remnants:
Paul Duplessie - Vocals
Aaron Myers - Guitar
Rory Hill- Guitar
Carlos Salas - Bass
Andrew Moser - Drums
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Twist Lock "Surplus Citizen" out on 12th June
Vexed with our unjust world, TWIST LOCK channel their frustrations into brutal hardcore in the forthcoming debut EP, Surplus Citizen. The hard-hitting release is scheduled to arrive independently on June 12, 2026.
"Your Mistake" throws down the gauntlet and establishes to the tone for Surplus Citizen. The track wastes no time in erupting into a thunderously heavy onslaught. Lyrically, "Your Mistake" calls out the misleading and false words of politicians and celebrities that are heavily consumed by the masses. It addresses manipulation and fake personalities, making it clear that these facades are not impenetrable.
Slow and foreboding, "Get Bent" gradually builds into an intense groove-driven attack. "Get Bent" unveils the anger of fake promises and the loss of future possibilities. The dreams of childhood now thoroughly dissipated with the realization that the world is subject to the whims of billionaires and global corporations.
The explosive "Cunstituents" tackles head on feelings of exhaustion at the cyclical nature of corruption in politics and disingenuous concern from individual politicians. Pounding percussion, heavy riffs and fierce harsh vocals leave devastation in their wake.
Surplus Citizen meets its end with a reflection on modern society. The obsessive engagement with social media, ultra-high speed trends and continuous spending that are seeing individuality diminish contribute to the unyielding exasperation behind "Imbecile". Enveloped in a fury of rage, "Imbecile" is a vent for pent up negative energy.
Surplus Citizen was produced by TWIST LOCK. Recorded at Filthy Swine Productions with engineers Wade Taylor and Cameron Broomfield, the EP was mixed and mastered by Wade Taylor. The cover artwork for Surplus Citizen was created by Wade Taylor.
About TWIST LOCK:
Based out of Las Vegas, Nevada and Phoenix, Arizona, as well as Mobile, Alabama, hardcore trio TWIST LOCK emerged in 2024 comprised of Wade Taylor (vocals/FX), Cameron Broomfield (guitar/bass/vocals), and Dekota Martin (drums). Fueled with aggression, TWIST LOCK draw inspiration from the likes of KNOCKED LOOSE, KORN, ACACIA STRAIN and SUNAMI.
Embedded in their core identity is frustration at wider society's power dynamics. Driven by corporate greed and maintained by systems that enable the power-hungry, the willful suffering and harm in exchange for profit is a central theme of TWIST LOCK's dynamic and cathartic offerings.
Unleashing a ferocious debut, the trio's first EP, Surplus Citizen, is set to land on June 12, 2026.
TWIST LOCK Is:
Wade Taylor(Vocals/FX)
Cameron Broomfield (Guitar/Bass/Vocals)
Dekota Martin (Drums)
Merrimack Cover Depeche Mode’s “Wrong”
Veteran French black metal band Merrimack are releasing a cover of “Wrong” by Depeche Mode. Originally appearing on the UK synth-pop band’s 2009 album Sounds of the Universe, “Wrong” reached the Top 10 in nine countries and peaked at Number #1 on the U.S. Billboard Dance Club Songs chart. While faithful to the original, Merrimack’s cover is black metal in every breath.
Listen to “Wrong” Below:
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Merrimack’s latest album, Of Grace and Gravity, is available now on Season of Mist.
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Merrimack’s cover of “Wrong” is rooted in long-standing devotion. Guitarist, Perversifier, who proposed the cover to his bandmates,describes Depeche Mode as having "only grown better over the years". He singles out "Wrong" for "already carrying more darkness than even Black Metal rarely reaches."
Merrimack recorded their cover of “Wrong” during the sessions for their 2012 album The Acausal Mass. The cover was shelved for more than a decade before the band returned to record vocals. Perversifier says their cover "highlights just how dark the original song already is". They preserved all the notes from the original, only bringing "the level of violence that Black Metal can bring”. Where Depeche Mode channel obsessive self-negation through cold synth-pop, Merrimack strip away any distance the original might have offered.
Although MERRIMACK decided to reach out to a larger audience with the release of their first full-length 'Ashes of Purification', the Parisians did not sever their roots with the underground at any time. With the following albums, 'Of Entropy and Life Denial' (2006) and 'Grey Rigorism' (2009), MERRIMACK closed ranks with the most influential, active, and authentic acts of the French black metal scene. Their classic combination of harsh sound with epic structures appealed to critics and fans alike and put the band on their celebrated first US tour with MARDUK and NACHTMYSTIUM in 2009.
After recording 'The Acausal Mass' (2012) in the legendary Necromorbus Studio (WATAIN, DESTRÖYER 666) again, MERRIMACK embarked on a European tour with Norwegian icons MAYHEM and accepted invitations to prestigious festivals such as Hellfest in their native France, Germany's Party-San Open Air and Summer Breeze as well as Montreal's Messe des Morts in Canada. With their latest album, 'Omegaphilia', MERRIMACK were breathing fresh life into an exhausted genre. While ignoring epithets such as progressive, post-, and avant-garde, the French focused on razor-sharp songwriting, captivating melodies, and close to perfect arrangements.
Line-up
Vestal — Vocals
Perversifier — Guitars
A.K. — Guitars
Daethorn — Bass
Blastum — Drums
Recording Studio
Music: Necromorbus Studio (Stockholm, Sweden), Vocals: Tehom Productions
Production Credits
Music produced, recorded & mixed by Tore Stjerna at Necromorbus Studio
Vocals recorded, mixed & mastered by Xavier Berthiaume at Tehom Productions
Cover Art
Photo by © Alizée Adamek
Follow Merrimack
Bandcamp: https://merrimack.bandcamp.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/merrimackofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/merrimack666/
Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/99176
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3XWKabUW6Y9pm9vyNGlrhV
Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/artist/3642745
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/merrimack/41660594
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/music/player/artists/B000QKG2N8
Ukrainian Modern Metal Upstarts IGNEA Announces New Studio Album!
Ukrainian modern metal four-piece IGNEA explore nostalgia in all its forms on their upcoming studio album, Monumental, set for release on October 23 via Napalm Records. Following Dreams of Lands Unseen (2023), the Ukrainian four-piece navigate through unique facets of the past across nine tracks — from the grandeur and ambition of Cold War space dreams to the melancholy of urban decay and forgotten modernist structures, all the way to the emotional weight of personal and collective memory. All lyrics on Monumental were written by vocalist Helle Bohdanova. The music was composed by keyboardist Yevhenii Zhytniuk, with additional contributions from Bohdanova. Mixing and mastering were handled by Grammy Award-nominated producer Jacob Hansen, known for his work with bands such as DELAIN, Amaranthe, Volbeat, Amon Amarth, Arch Enemy, and Epica.
On Monumental, IGNEA take the listener on nostalgic rides, with all their ups and downs, expressed in music and lyrics, carrying a sense of gentle sadness and reflection, as nostalgia can bring back beautiful memories, darkened by the awareness that these moments will never happen again.
Helle Bohdanova says about Monumental:
"Back in the 17th century, nostalgia was considered a deadly disease—and in many ways, it still is. It's a universal feeling experienced by every human being, pulling us toward a past that felt gentler than it truly was, especially during the bitter moments of the present. Much of this album was inspired by modernist architecture — concrete giants built to signal progress and a brighter future, now slowly decaying. They've become a sort of memory box: Monuments to unrealized dreams, where the future that was once imagined never arrived, yet continues to echo through the ruins and bright mosaics."
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Gurbo & Co. Live 2025 ,Recorded at Cafe Wha?, New York City
Victor V. Gurbo’s new release, Gurbo & Co. Live 2025, has been a long time coming. Ever since he began playing his music on the streets of New York, Gurbo has dreamed of performing at the historic venues where his idols first made their mark. In January 1961, a 19-year-old Bob Dylan began performing at the now-legendary Cafe Wha?. In November of 2025, Victor brought his electric band to the same stage. It’s undeniable that Gurbo & Co. have tapped into something special here — channeling the energy of the ’60s with an approach that could only exist today. In an anthropological sense, this is a remarkable and deeply considered live document.
Victor V. Gurbo is a folk-rock and roots songwriter, artist, and guitar maker. A homebred Brooklynite and self-described musical anthropologist, he seems to exist outside of time. In speaking and listening to his songs, one could easily place him in the 1960s, while— to quote John Schaefer of NPR’s Soundcheck—“evoking sounds we probably heard in New York City from the late ’20s, early ’30s.” Yet there is something unmistakably contemporary about his presence. Influenced by country and blues pioneers such as Robert Johnson, Howlin’ Wolf, and Hank Williams, as well as songwriting titans like Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, John Prine, and Leonard Cohen, Gurbo carries that lineage forward in a voice distinctly his own.
He has performed at some of New York’s most respected venues — Carnegie Hall, the Brooklyn Academy of Music, NPR’s Greene Space, the Highline Ballroom, and City Winery, among others. His music has been featured in numerous media outlets, including Top 5 Press Radio, The Big Takeover magazine, and NPR.
Guilt Trip Release New Album "Armour of Angels" + Share "One For One" Video
Manchester, UK-based five-piece GUILT TRIP — Jay Valentine [vocals], Jak Maden [guitar], Sam Baker [guitar], Tom Aimson [drums], and Lily Kilcoyne[bass] — have released their new album ARMOUR OF ANGELS, via Roadrunner Records.
Listen and purchase here. They also share the video for the explosive album opener "One By One." The video features footage culled from the band's Winter 2026 U.S. tour with Malevolence — which marked their first time headlining America. If you've yet to experience a Guilt Trip moshpit or live show, then this video will put you front and center, experiencing all of the explosive energy and metallic maelstrom the band is known for.
Watch it here.
"We are proud to unleash our brand new record Armor of Angels on the world," the band enthuses. "We put everything Guilt Trip lives and breathes into this LP and we are excited to finally share what we have been working on over the past three years. We believe these songs embody our journey from the very beginning to now, everything we have experienced over the past decade translated into twelve tracks. The first of which is 'One by One,' just under 4 minutes of riffs, grooves, and aggression Guilt Trip have come to be known for. Thank you for your unwavering support throughout years, we hope you can enjoy and relate to these songs as much as we do."
GUILT TRIP LIVE:
WITH DYING WISH + FESTIVALS:
6/19 — Grasspop Metal Meeting — Dessel, BEL*
7/13 — Louisville, KY — Headliners Music Hall
7/14— Joliet, IL— The Forge
7/16 — Cadott, WI — Rock Fest*
7/18 — Mansfield, OH — Inkcarceration*
7/19 — Indianapolis, IN — HI-FI Indy
7/20 — St. Louis, MO — Off Broadway
7/21— Wichita, KS— Wave
7/22 — Oklahoma City, OK — Beer City Music Hall
7/24— Albuquerque, NM— Backstage At Revel
7/25 — Tucson, AZ — 191 Toole
7/26— Pomona, CA — Warped Tour*
7/30— Xtreme Fest — Le Garric, FR*
8/5— Brutal Assault — CZ*
8/8— Leyendas Del Rock — ES*
8/21 — V and B Fest — Chateau Gontier Sur Mayenne, FR*
8/22— Lowlands Fest — NL*
*Festivals
ABOUT GUILT TRIP:
Historically, Manchester, UK breeds a certain toughness. As a pillar of the 19th century Industrial Revolution in Northern England, factories and warehouses line much of the city's rain-baptized topography. A hardworking lot who shoot straight without apology, its denizens traditionally take an incredible amount of pride in where they come from. Embodying the grit and gusto of Manchester, UK, Guilt Trip bring a blast of homegrown intensity to their hybrid of hardcore and metal. The five piece slide striking melodies in between throat-slitting thrashy riffs and earth-splitting breakdowns. Guilt Trip started to forge a seething signature style without comparison back in 2015. They dropped the Unrelenting Force EP [2016] followed by River of Lies [2019]. The latter spawned "Thin Ice," which reeled in 7.1 million Spotify streams and counting. 2023's Severance marked a turning point. It boasted popular collaborations with LANDMVRKS and Malevolence. KERRANG!hailed their "unique brand of hardcore that sees them delve into elements of thrash, old-school hardcore and fist-pumping metal." Beyond sharing the stage with everyone from Sylosis to While She Sleeps, they lit up festivals, including Download and Hellfest. Attracting Roadrunner Records to their corner, the musicians decamped to StudioOWZ in Clarbeston Wales with producer and engineer Adam "Nolly" Getgood [Periphery] during early 2025 to record their debut LP for Roadrunner Records, Armour Of Angels. They bulldozed the way for the release with the God Forgives EP, which incited the applause of Rock Sound, BLUNT, and CLASH. With Armour Of Angels, they're primed to make Manchester proud as they make a lasting imprint on heavy music.
