METAL ICON KAI HANSEN RELEASES NEW SINGLE "WAIT AND SEE"

With "Wait And See," Kai Hansen releases the third single from his upcoming solo album Born With A Hammer. Pre-order it here.

After the speed, freedom and rock 'n' roll spirit of "Welcome To Life," the new track turns towards the heavier side of the album and immediately feels darker, tighter and more intense.
 
At its core, "Wait And See" is driven by sharp riffs and a rhythm that keeps pressing forward, but there is also a subtle electronic pulse running underneath it. That slight electronic edge gives the song a restless, modern feel without taking away any of its weight. When the chorus opens up, the track finds the unmistakable mix of power, melody and bite that has always made Hansen's songwriting so distinctive.
 
What stands out most is how alive the song feels. Hansen is not trying to recreate an earlier era or to prove that he can still play this kind of music. The riffs, the small electronic details. and the directness of the performance all sound instinctive. The point is not simply that he can still make music this forceful; it is that he clearly still wants to.
 
That balance gives “Wait And See” its own character. It is one of the harder and more forceful songs on Born With A Hammer, but the electronic touches, changing textures and strong sense of melody keep it from ever feeling one-dimensional.

The release is accompanied by a new video built from footage captured during a trip to Slovakia. Away from the usual stage setting, it shows Hansen driving a Mustang, traveling through the country and spending time in the studio, offering a rare, more personal glimpse of the person behind the music.

Born With A Hammer was produced by Eike Freese, Kai Hansen and Alexander Dietz. The album was recorded with Eike Freese on guitar, Heaven Shall Burn’s Alexander Dietz on bass, Carcass drummer Dan Wilding, and Induction guitarist Tim Hansen.

Across 10 songs, Born With A Hammer brings together powerful heavy metal, punk attitude, hard rock drive and strong melodies. Following "Feeding The Beast" and "Welcome To Life," "Wait And See" makes it clear that the album does not follow one fixed direction, while still sounding unmistakably like Kai Hansen throughout.
 
Following the worldwide success of Helloween’s recent reunion era and its major international tours, Born With A Hammer sees Kai Hansen return his focus to his own musical world. His history is naturally present in "Wait And See," but it never weighs the song down. This is not a metal icon looking backwards; it is Kai Hansen sounding fully engaged with what comes next.

ABOUT KAI HANSEN:
Kai Hansen is one of modern heavy metal’s most influential creative forces. As co-founder of Helloween and founder of Gamma Ray, he shaped the sound and spirit of power metal and continues to influence artists and fans worldwide. His work with Helloween has brought him back to the biggest stages around the globe, while Born With A Hammer reveals another side of his creative drive — personal, direct and fully charged.

FM MANAGEMENT ACQUIRES OWNERSHIP STAKE IN NATIONAL ACTS VIP

FM Music Management is proud to announce that it has acquired an ownership stake in National Acts VIP, establishing a strategic partnership focused on expanding the company’s presence throughout the music, entertainment and live-event industries.

National Acts VIP specializes in creating and managing premium VIP experiences that connect artists with their fans through exclusive opportunities, including meet-and-greets, VIP packages, special experiences and other artist-driven programs.

Through the new partnership, FM Music Management will utilize its extensive network of artists, managers, agents, promoters, venues and other entertainment-industry relationships to introduce new opportunities and help expand the National Acts VIP platform.

"This partnership is a natural extension of what we already do throughout the entertainment industry,” said Frank Mastalerz of FM Music Management. "National Acts VIP has built a strong platform that creates additional value for artists while giving fans experiences they simply cannot get with a standard concert ticket. We believe there is a tremendous opportunity to grow the company, expand its artist and industry relationships, and build National Acts VIP into an even stronger brand."

"We are beyond excited to officially launch this strategic partnership with FM Music Management. Frank Mastalerz and his team have been trusted collaborators of National Acts since 2022, and we’ve seen firsthand the level of experience, vision, and dedication they bring to every artist and project. This is a meaningful next step for both companies, and we’re energized by what we can accomplish together as we continue creating bigger opportunities and delivering even more value for our clients," says TJ Chopelas, Founder, National Acts

As part of the partnership, FM Music Management will actively promote National Acts VIP within its network and under the broader FM umbrella while developing new artist, management, promoter, venue and entertainment-industry relationships for the company.

The partnership also brings together two complementary areas of the music business: artist development and representation through FM Music Management and premium fan experiences through National Acts VIP.

For National Acts VIP, the addition of FM Music Management as an ownership partner provides access to an established entertainment-industry network and another avenue for developing long-term artist and client relationships.

For FM Music Management, the investment further expands the company's growing portfolio of music and entertainment businesses while creating additional opportunities and revenue channels for artists and industry partners.

Both companies will continue operating with a shared focus on developing meaningful artist opportunities, creating memorable fan experiences and expanding the National Acts VIP platform nationally.

ABOUT FM MUSIC MANAGEMENT:
FM Music Management is a full-service artist management and entertainment company representing artists across multiple areas of the music industry. Through its expanding family of entertainment businesses and strategic partnerships, FM continues to develop opportunities connecting artists, live entertainment, merchandise, branding and other music-related ventures. 

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ABOUT NATIONAL ACTS VIP:
National Acts VIP provides customized VIP and fan-experience programs for artists and entertainment partners, creating premium opportunities designed to strengthen the connection between artists and their fans while generating additional value and revenue surrounding live events.

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Shocking new "found footage" controversial horror film CAMERA X: To K*ll a Pedophile is OUT NOW ON TUBI TV

Camera X: To K!ll a Pedxphile Delivers a Dark, Unflinching Look at Vigilante Justice and the Cost of Revenge

A provocative independent thriller challenges audiences with one of society's most

disturbing realities.

Some subjects are uncomfortable. Some films aren't afraid to go there.

Camera X: To K!ll a Pedxphile is a fearless psychological thriller that dives headfirst into one of the darkest corners of humanity, refusing to offer easy answers or comfortable resolutions.

Dark, disturbing, and unapologetically confrontational, Camera X: To K!ll a Pedxphilefollows a group that decides waiting for justice isn't enough. As they take matters into their own hands, a college film student begins documenting their mission, capturing not only their pursuit but the emotional, moral, and personal consequences that unfold along

the way.

Rather than relying on shock value alone, the film explores the complex questions surrounding justice, vengeance, morality, and the lines people are willing to cross when they believe the system has failed. Through its found-footage-inspired perspective and raw storytelling, Camera Xplaces viewers in the middle of an increasingly tense and emotionally charged journey that challenges them long after the credits roll.

This is not a film designed to make audiences comfortable. It is a film intended to provoke conversation, examine difficult subject matter, and explore the psychological toll that accompanies extreme choices made in pursuit of justice.

With its uncompromising narrative and independent spirit, Camera X: To K!ll a Pedxphile stands as a bold entry into the psychological thriller genre, pushing viewers to confront uncomfortable realities while asking difficult questions about justice, accountability, and the consequences of vigilantism.

For audiences seeking films that refuse to shy away from controversial topics, Camera X: To K!ll a Pedxphile promises an intense, thought-provoking experience that will leave a lasting impression.

IMDB LINK

Logline:

After children go missing in a rural town, a small group decides to seek vengeance. With the help of a college film student they document their journey to justice. All are willing to do jail time to protect the children.

Synopsis:

Presented through the lens of a self shot found footage film, when five local vigilantes seek justice against perceived pedxphile Nick Brandon questions arise about the motivations of a hidden group member. Who is the unknown figure behind Camera X? As it turns out planning, and carrying out a murder to completion is more complicated than the group will learn, nevermind documenting it. Each character lays out their personal trauma event from their own life, in and confessional and why they have joined to the group. Most would agree with their positions, however it will be the next events which could send them to jail or worse depending on the outcome.

MAIN ACTORS:

Loren W. Lepre (as Laddie Harris) of The Dark Military series

Model Sushii Xhyvette Holder as Katrina

Bryan Enright as Brady Lloyd (and the film's editor) (Dark Military: Rogue)

Rosaria Eraso as Amelia Carrey as seen in Crackcoon and The Dark Military Rogue

Aussie Deathcore Titans TO THE GRAVE Unleash New Single "LIFE AMONG THE SEPTICS" + Video

Today, TO THE GRAVE, the world's preeminent vegan deathcore band, proudly unleash their new track, "LIFE AMONG THE SEPTICS," the fourth single taken from their upcoming BLKIIBLK debut album, 'LIBERATION FRONT,' set for release on October 2nd. The new single arrives alongside an official music video, available to view below.

On the new single, bassist Matt Clarke shares:

"This song was us leaning hard back into the same influences as our 'Director’s Cuts' album. It’s got all those elements in it: bouncy riffs, some fast stuff and just lots of dynamics. We’re looking forward to playing this one on the upcoming tours…that start today. Australia now, North America in two weeks!"

He continues, "For the video, we wanted to do something a bit different to the other performance videos. We got a bunch of our mates to come down and hang with us. We did something that’s somewhere between serious and fun."

Watch the Music Video for "LIFE AMONG THE SEPTICS" BELOW;

Stream/Listen to "LIFE AMONG THE SEPTICS" HERE

Since forming in 2010, TO THE GRAVE have become one of Australia's most uncompromising heavy exports, earning acclaim for crushing releases including 'Global Warning,' 'Epilogue,' 'Director's Cuts,' and 2024's 'Everyone's a Murderer.' Armed with a singular mission to confront animal cruelty and environmental destruction through some of modern metal's most punishing deathcore, the Sydney outfit have forged a reputation for pairing unrelenting heaviness with fearless activism. Their live assault has taken them around the globe alongside Lorna Shore, Thy Art Is Murder, Shadow of Intent, Carnifex, Oceano, and more, with Revolver hailing them as "one of the country's heaviest exports" and Distorted Sound calling them "one of the most intense, enthralling bands the genre can offer."

Now, the band returns with 'LIBERATION FRONT,' their fifth album and BLKIIBLK debut, a statement of pure intent. Brutal and uncompromising in both sound and message, TO THE GRAVE transform their death metal-infused assault into a vehicle for activism, raging against animal cruelty and environmental destruction while delivering their most direct and fully realized work to date. From the breakdown-laden opener "MEAT THE HUMANS," 'Liberation Front'marks a ferocious return to the band's deathcore roots. While recent releases leaned further into hardcore, the new album embraces deathcore at its most savage and relentless.

Evans comments about the album:

"'LIBERATION FRONT' was born as a concept on tour last year in Australia after we decided we wanted to make the sequel to 'Director’s Cuts.' What came out was something between that and a more pissed off brother to 'Everyone’s A Murderer.' It’s got so many things I love about the band and a bit of everything pushed to 100 with a really bleak kind of aggression that’s just reaching for your throat the entire time. Very keen to play some of these songs live and it’s an exciting chapter to add.”

Pre-Order 'LIBERATION FRONT' HERE

TO THE GRAVE will be kicking off "The Sawed Off Suffering Tour" with co-headliner Crown Magnetar on September 17th in Chicago. The entire run will be supported by Face Yourselfand on select dates by the likes of I Declare War, Tracheotomy, Backbiter, Squelching and Ameonna (the new band featuring former Chelsea Grin members Alex Koehler, Jake Harmond and Pablo Viveros, making their live debut). For a full list of dates, please see below.

Bassist Matt Clarke exclaims:

“These are the heaviest lineups we’ve ever put together, and we can’t wait for these shows across North America and at home in Aus. For North America, all these bands have a different approach, but the one thing that brings it all together is intensity! We’re stoked to be teaming up with Crown Magnetar for this run, and having Face Yourself on the package just makes it more crushing. We’re very excited that we get to play with OG Chelsea Grin members back on-stage for the first time in Ameonna, and I Declare War hopping on for some shows is awesome! Backbiter, Tracheotomy, and Squelching will all bring their own brands of brutality to the tour. No matter what show you’re hitting, you’re in for a treat.”

TO THE GRAVE Live:

Australia w/ No Cure, Algor Mortis, Bloodmouth

Sept 2 - Perth, AU @ Amplifier Bar *

Sept 3 - Adelaide, AU @ Lion Arts Factory *

Sept 4 - Frankston, AU @ Singing Bird

Sept 5 - Melbourne, AU @ Max Watts

Sept 6 - Canberra, AU @ The Baso ^

Sept 10 - Sydney, AU @ Crowbar

Sept 11 - Newcastle, AU @ Hamilton Station

Sept 12 - Brisbane, AU @ The Triffid

* no Bloodmouth

^ no Algor Mortis

North America w/ Crown Magnetar, Face Yourself

Sept 17 - Chicago, IL @ Subterranean *

Sept 18 - Detroit, MI @ Catacombs at The Sanctuary *

Sept 19 - Cleveland, OH @ Mahall’s *

Sept 20 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground *

Sept 22 - Toronto, ON @ Lee’s Palace *

Sept 23 - Montreal, QC @ Foufounes Électriques *

Sept 24 - Hartford, CT @ Webster Underground *

Sept 25 - Brooklyn, NY @ The Meadows *

Sept 26 - Harrisburg, PA @ Capital City Music Hall *

Sept 27 - Worcester, MA @ The Palladium *

Sept 28 - Baltimore, MD @ Metro Gallery ^

Sept 30 - Asheville, NC @ Revival ^

Oct 1 - Nashville, TN @ The End ^

Oct 2 - Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Purgatory) ^

Oct 3 - Jacksonville, FL @ The Albatross ^

Oct 4 - West Palm Beach, FL @ The Banyan Live ^ 

Oct 6 - Dallas, TX @ Club Dada $

Oct 7 - Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live $

Oct 9 - Mesa, AZ @ Rosetta Room

Oct 10 - Los Angeles, CA @ Echoplex +

Oct 11 - Roseville, CA @ Goldfield Trading Post +

Oct 13 - Portland, OR @ The Hawthorne Theatre +

Oct 14 - Seattle, WA @ El Corazon +

Oct 16 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Soundwell ~

Oct 17 - Denver, CO @ HQ ~

* w/ Backbiter

^ w/ Tracheotomy

$ w/ Squelching

+ w/ I Declare War

~ w/ Ameonna

More Dates TBA!

'LIBERATION FRONT' is more than an album; it is a musical and lyrical call to arms, designed not only to rage against the machine but to educate, provoke, and challenge listeners on every level. Combining their most savage deathcore material to date with an unwavering commitment to animal liberation and environmental activism, 'LIBERATION FRONT' stands as TO THE GRAVE's definitive statement: fierce, unapologetic, and impossible to ignore.

As Evans puts it, “this is our way of establishing order. The band is built around our way of doing things and to me this title is just waving that flag. These songs are about direct action, open rescue, abolition and liberation by any means necessary.”

TO THE GRAVE are:

Dane Evans - Vocals

Jack Simioni - Guitar

Nic Webb - Guitar

Matt Clarke - Bass

Connor Kingdom - Drums

unpeople Unveil Video for Anthemic Single "blueprints"

After a weekend of tearing up Reading & Leeds Festivals, unpeople today announce their stunning, anthemic new single "blueprints," taken from their forthcoming debut album we are unpeople, out October 9 on SharpTone Records.

A lighter touch that takes no prisoners when it comes to anthemic ambition, "blueprints" reveals another side of unpeople. Built around skyscraping four-part harmonies and soaring melodies, the track makes a compelling case for a band ready for the world's biggest stages.

Listen here and watch the official video below.

"The subject matter of this song is not an easy one to get into, personally," singer and guitarist Jake Crawford explains. "It's broadly about propping up people who have behaviours that are clearly not good for them or the people around them. People who only want what is best for them. Take from that what you will. Luke wrote the lion's share of the song and presented it to us with the chorus lyrics and melody already in place. I loved it so much we kept it almost exactly as it was and I just elaborated on the overall feeling of the tune with the verses."

A seamless ability to connect across boundaries and conjure communal spirit, sits at the very heart of the band's recently-announced debut album we are unpeople. Built upon massive choruses, four-part vocal harmonies and unabated heaviness, it captures a band whose ambition is matched by their belief in the power of music to unite people.

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.

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 and Coheed & Cambria and drawn huge crowds at 2000trees.

With support tours incoming with both Royal Blood and Don Broco, the band are ready to take things to the next level. Across January 2027, unpeople will take on their biggest headline tour to date across the UK — with most dates selling out almost instantly. The tour will end on January 28, with a truly special night at London's Electric Ballroom, matching the ambition of a band on the cusp of truly breaking through. Tickets here.

we are unpeople.
you are unpeople.
we are all unpeople.

Photo Credit: Richard Mukuze

UNPEOPLE LIVE:
1/18 — Dublin, IE — Grand Social
1/19 — Belfast, UK — Voodoo
1/21 — Bristol, UK — The Fleece — SOLD OUT
1/22 — Leeds, UK — The Key Club — SOLD OUT
1/23 — Manchester, UK — Rebellion — SOLD OUT
1/25 — Glasgow, UK — King Tut's — SOLD OUT
1/26 — Birmingham, UK — O2 Institute 2 — SOLD OUT
1/27 — Nottingham, UK — The Bodega — SOLD OUT
1/28 — London, UK — Electric Ballroom

FESTIVAL APPEARANCES:
9/3 — Torquay, UK — Burn It Down Festival

SUPPORTING DON BROCO:
9/27 — Watford, UK — Colosseum
9/28 — Lincoln, UK — Engine Shed
9/29 — Sheffield, UK — Octagon
10/1 — Edinburgh, UK — Corn Exchange
10/2 — Manchester, UK — Academy
10/3 — Liverpool, UK — Guild of Students
10/4 — Newcastle, UK — City Hall
10/6 — Cambridge, UK — Corn Exchange
10/7 — Birmingham, UK — O2 Academy
10/8 — Portsmouth, UK — Guildhall
10/10 — Norwich, UK — UEA
10/11 — Folkestone, UK — Leas Cliff Hall
10/12 — London, UK — Here at Outernet
10/14 — Bristol, UK — The Prospect Building

SUPPORTING ROYAL BLOOD:
11/24 — Bristol, UK — The Prospect Building
11/25 — Newcastle, UK — O2 City Hall
11/27 — Manchester, UK — O2 Apollo
11/28 — Glasgow, UK — Barrowland
11/29 — Glasgow, UK — Barrowland
12/2 — Wolverhampton, UK — The Civic At The Hall
12/3 — London, UK — Olympia

New Jersey's QUIZ SHOW present 'XONO' on Love, Letdown & Loud Guitars -- New EP for the boys of From Shudder To Think, out Sept. 28

New Jersey-based indie rock trio Quiz Show presents their new single 'XONO', which explores the painful gap between idealized romantic aspirations and the harsh truth that a promising bond is ultimately doomed to fail. This is the first taste of their forthcoming 3-song 'XONO' EP, released via New Jersey's Magic Door Record Label.

An original tune on the high hopes of friendship and love, and the difficulties that lie therein, the 'XONO' EP was produced, recorded, mixed and mastered by award-winning producer Ray Ketchem (Guided By Voices, Luna, Elk City, Gramercy Arms, The Dambuilders) at Magic Door Recording Studio in Montclair, NJ.

'XONO' starts with a surprise encounter and overture, the chorus moving through the process of acknowledgement and let-down. The bridge resolves that this relationship is not going to work before the song concludes with a final “I’m not it” to drive home the point. The story arc progresses from noisy start and rising progression via the chorus, allowing the author’s thoughts to break through, ending with a high-energy music and vocal piece and a resonant final lingering echo.    

"I really love 'XONO' for being a tight, quick, and complex song. There is some great simplicity and pleasant dissonance in the music. That it tells a story about difficult relationships is something I am proud to have found a way to spell out," says Chris Matthews.

"As for the 'XONO' EP, it captures the life of Quiz Show over the last year. For me, singing is coming more naturally these days. I still can’t believe this whole thing is happening!"

Quiz Show is made up of Chris Matthews, a founding member of of legendary DC hardcore band Shudder To Think, and bassist Jesse Krakow, together with drummer Joe Billy III, who replaced the original drummer Kevin March (Guided By Voices, The Dambuilders, Shudder To Think).

You could say Quiz Show is a continuation of unfinished business. After a quarter-century break, Chris Matthews picked-up his guitar and again began to write songs, triggered by a chance meeting with his former Shudder To Think bandmate Kevin March. Now both living in Montclair, Kevin and Chris ended up forming Quiz Show with Frank Gibbons on bass. 

Quiz Show makes music that is still squarely within the punk and alternative rock spectrum with elements of Hüsker Dü, Pixies, Ramones, Joy Division, Fugazi, Sonic Youth, and Girls Against Boys. Blending the musicality of alternative pop with the energy and noise of punk rock, vocal hooks overlay heavy drums and bass and layered guitars, creating a rich field of sounds.

'XONO' follows Quiz Show's 'Flotsam' EP, released in 2024 and engineered by Ketchem and Brian Robbins (Blondie, Bring Me The Horizon, Papa Roach), which explores the shattered, lost stories of people’s lives, and their 2023 eponymous debut album, an electrifying collection full of protest, friendship and frustration, both released to wide acclaim.

As of September 1, 'XONO' is available everywhere digitally, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp. The full 'XONO' EP will be released on September 28. Quiz Show will be performing on October 2 at Crossroads in Garwood, NJ, along with The Van Pelt.

EP CREDITS
Chris Matthews - guitars and vocals
Jesse Krakow - bass, organ, and backing vocals
Joe Billy III - drums, backing vocals, acoustic guitar
Produced by Ray Ketchem
Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Ray Ketchem
at Magic Door Recording, Montclair NJ
Recording at Magic Door Recording, Montclair NJ
Songs by Chris Matthews and Quiz Show
© 2024 Shake at the Thought (BMI)
Cover photo by Mike Roller
Design by Ray Ketchem
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

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Emily Wolfe Releases New Single + Video "Power" via Judge & Jury ​

Austin Powerhouse Guitarist and Songwriter gets Unapologetically Honest About Desire on the Second Single from her Forthcoming Judge & Jury Records Album

Coming off her tour with Yungblud, Emily Wolfe returns with “Power,” a new single that continues her pursuit of rawness, honesty, and authenticity. The track marks Wolfe’s second single from her forthcoming new album due out this year through Judge & Jury Records.  

"What do we all really want? If you strip everything away, what is it? Power. Sex. Honey. Flesh. Primal. The most fundamental human desires. I think everybody wants those things, they just don’t always say it out loud. That song is me saying it out loud.”  shares Wolfe. 

It is a refreshingly unapologetic answer and an especially bold one coming from a woman in rock who has never been interested in playing it safe.

While desire is often softened, hidden, or wrapped in euphemism, Wolfe confronts it head-on. “Power” is about stripping away the expectations, shame, and self-censorship that can keep people from saying what they truly want. The result is a song that embraces desire as something primal, human, sensual, and powerful.

For Wolfe, the four words are more than a provocative hook. They represent the raw, fundamental urges that exist beneath everything else. The need to want. The need to feel. The need to possess power and to claim ownership over your own desires.

“Power” is available now on all major streaming platforms.

STREAM "Power"

https://ffm.to/emilypower

Emily Wolfe - "Power" Official Music Video Below:

Emily Wolfe on tour:

Official dates: https://www.emilywolfemusic.com/

Supporting Frank Turner

Sept 15: New Haven, CT @ Toad’s Place

Sept 16: Buffalo, NY @ Town Ballroom

Sept 18: Atlantic City, NJ @ Circus Maximus Theater

Sept 19: Millvale, PA @ Mr. Smalls Theatre, Funhouse & Café

Sept 21: Columbia, MO @ The Blue Note

Sept 27: Lost Evenings IX 2026: Dallas, TX w/ Frank Turner, ...And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead

Supporting Toadies

Oct. 8: Tucson, AZ @ Rialto Theatre

Oct. 9: El Paso, TX @ Lowbrow Palace

Oct. 10: Lubbock, TX @ The Garden

Oct. 14: Jacksonville, FL @ FIVE

Oct. 15: Fort Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution Live

Oct. 16: Orlando, FL @ House of Blues

Oct. 17: St Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live

STELLAR CIRCUITS UNVEIL EXPANDED PHANTOM :: PHOENIX (DIRECTOR’S CUT)

North Carolina progressive alt-metal innovators STELLAR CIRCUITS have released Phantom :: Phoenix (Director’s Cut), the definitive edition of their acclaimed third studio album, available now digitally via Nuclear Blast Records. The release pairs the original record with four additional tracks unveiled over the past several months: ‘Spotlight,’ ‘Wounded Healer,’ ‘Stargazer’ and ‘In The Smoke.’

Cinematic, visceral and emotionally charged, Phantom :: Phoenix (Director’s Cut) further explores the album’s themes of transformation and rebirth, moving between light and darkness, destruction and renewal. The new material builds upon the progressive intricacy, crushing heaviness and atmospheric depth that have become hallmarks of STELLAR CIRCUITS’ evolving sound.

Following 2023’s Sight To Sound and the original release of Phantom :: Phoenix in 2025, the Director’s Cut represents another step forward for STELLAR CIRCUITS, bringing the album’s journey full circle while continuing to push the band into new creative territory.

                                      Stream Phantom :: Phoenix (Director’s Cut) Below:

Following the release, STELLAR CIRCUITS will bring their ever-evolving sound overseas for an extensive European and UK tour with EVERGREY and IGNEA this fall. Beginning November 11th in Lund, Sweden, the month-long run will take the band throughout Scandinavia, mainland Europe, the UK and Ireland before wrapping December 12th in Maastricht, Netherlands.

Tickets are available now at:
https://stellarcircuits.com/shows

STELLAR CIRCUITS 2026 EUROPEAN TOUR DATES:

11.11.26 Sweden Lund @ Mejeriet

12.11.26 Sweden Stockholm @ Kollektivet Livet

13.11.26 Sweden Linköping @ Paletset

14.11.26 Sweden Gothenburg @ Filmstudion 2

15.11.26 Norway Oslo @ Salt

17.11.26 Germany Hamburg @ Logo

18.11.26 Germany Berlin @ Hole44

19.11.26 Germany Munich @ Feierwerk

20.11.26 Austria Vienna @ Weberknecht

21.11.26 Italy Milan @ Slaughter Club

22.11.26 Switzerland Aarau @ KiFF

23.11.26 Belgium Antwerp @ Zappa

25.11.26 UK Southampton @ The Brook

26.11.26 UK Birmingham @ Asylum

27.11.26 UK London @ The Underworld

28.11.26 UK Leeds @ The Key Club

29.11.26 Ireland Dublin @ Opium

30.11.26 UK Belfast @ Limelight 2

01.12.26 UK Glasgow @ G2

02.12.26 UK Newcastle @ Anarchy Brew

03.12.26 UK Manchester @ Rebellion

04.12.26 UK Bristol @ Strange Brew

05.12.26 UK Nottingham @ Saltbox

07.12.26 France Paris @ Petit Bain

08.12.26 Germany Trier @ Mergener Hof

09.12.26 Germany Karlsruhe @ Substage

10.12.26 Germany Dortmund @ Junkyard

11.12.26 The Netherlands Rotterdam @ Baroeg

12.12.26 The Netherlands Maastricht @ Muziekgieterij

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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PRETTY MAIDS Return with New Studio Album in 2027 via Frontiers Music Srl

Frontiers Music Srl is proud to announce the return of legendary Danish hard rockers PRETTY MAIDS, who are officially working on a brand-new studio album, set for release in 2027.

The upcoming record will be the band's first new studio album since 2019's acclaimed 'Undress Your Madness' and marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the career of one of Europe's most enduring and distinctive hard rock bands.

Built around the unmistakable creative partnership of Ronnie Atkins and Ken Hammer, PRETTY MAIDS have spent more than four decades forging a sound of their own, combining crushing guitar riffs, powerful melodies, atmospheric keyboards and huge, instantly recognizable choruses.

Across a career stretching back to the early 1980s, the Danish band has delivered a catalogue that includes such landmark albums as 'Future World,' 'Jump The Gun,' 'Pandemonium,' 'Motherland,' and 'Kingmaker,' establishing PRETTY MAIDS as a formidable and enduring force in melodic hard rock and heavy metal.

Following a five-year hiatus, PRETTY MAIDS returned to the stage in 2024. The chemistry and energy within the band proved impossible to ignore, and what began as a return to live activity has now evolved into something fans around the world have been hoping for: brand-new PRETTY MAIDS music.

The new album will be released in 2027 via Frontiers Music Srl and will be produced by acclaimed Danish producer Jacob Hansen, whose credits include Amaranthe, Volbeat, Epica, Primal Fear, and Evergrey.

Further details about the album will be revealed in the coming months.

PRETTY MAIDS are back. And the story isn't over yet.

PC: Andrew West

PRETTY MAIDS are:

Ronnie Atkins – Vocals

Ken Hammer – Lead Guitar

Rene Shades – Bass

Chris Laney – Rhythm Guitar / Keyboards

Allan Tschicaja – Drums

AMORPHIS Announce North American Co-Headline Tour With INSOMNIUM This November

Finnish metal visionaries AMORPHIS are set to join forces with melodic death metal pioneers INSOMNIUM for the North American co-headline tour, with support from US melodic death/doom metal act HINAYANA. Beginning in Boston, MA, on November 17, the bands prepare to bring powerful storytelling and haunting heaviness to audiences as the winter months draw near. 

The tour sees AMORPHIS continue celebrations in aid of their latest full-length Borderland. Released via RPM in September 2025, the album marks a milestone in the band’s 35‑year evolution, blending melodic depth and dynamic narratives with a refreshed creative spark borne from their first collaboration with producer Jacob Hansen.

AMORPHIS x INSOMNIUM Tour Dates:

• 11/17 — Boston, MA — Paradise Rock Club

• 11/18 — Montreal, QC — Theatre Beanfield

• 11/19 — Toronto, ON — The Concert Hall

• 11/20 — Columbus, OH — The King of Clubs

• 11/21 — Detroit, MI — Magic Stick

• 11/23 — Chicago, IL — House of Blues

• 11/24 — Minneapolis, MN — Varsity Theater

• 11/25 — Lincoln, NE — Bourbon Theatre

• 11/27 — Denver, CO — The Gothic Theatre

• 11/28 — Salt Lake City, UT — Metro Music Hall

• 11/30 — Vancouver, BC — Rickshaw Theatre

• 12/01 — Portland, OR — Hawthorne Theatre

• 12/02 — Seattle, WA — The Showbox Market

• 12/04 — Berkeley, CA — The UC Theatre

• 12/05 — Los Angeles, CA — The Regent Theater

• 12/06 — Mesa, AZ — The Nile Theater

• 12/08 — Austin, TX — Come And Take It Live

• 12/09 — Dallas, TX — Granada Theater

• 12/11 — Orlando, FL — The Abbey

• 12/12 — Jacksonville, FL — The Albatross

• 12/13 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade

• 12/15 — Richmond, VA — The Canal Club

• 12/16 — Baltimore, MD — Baltimore Soundstage

• 12/18 — Reading, PA — Reverb

• 12/19 — New York, NY — Irving Plaza

About AMORPHIS
With Borderland, the title of the album couldn’t have been chosen more fittingly. Throughout their career, spanning over more than three decades, AMORPHIS -- Tomi Joutsen (vocals), Esa Holopainen (guitars), Tomi Koivusaari (guitars), Olli-Pekka Laine (bass), Santeri Kallio (keyboards) & Jan Rechberger (drums & percussion) -- have been an ever-evolving act, wandering on an exciting boundary-pushing path. From their sinister death metal debut Karelian Isthmus over genre-defining mid-90s melodic death works like Tales From The Thousand Lakes and Elegy as well as the melodic 2000’s grandeur of Eclipse or Skyforger to records combining the very best of all prior eras to refreshing new soundscapes (f.e. Under The Red Cloud or Queen Of Time): Whatever this group works on promises long-range success.
 
With 2022’s Halo, the Finn’s were rewarded for their researching musical approach once again: The album marked AMORPHIS’ sixth no. 1 album in Finland, even cracked the top 3 of the official German album chart, and last but not least the sextet took home two awards from the prestigious Emma Gaala (“Band of the Year” & “Export of the Year”).
 
The impact of Halo became a driving force for what’s to come. Rather than rushing into a follow-up, the band chose to step back from live performances and focus fully on their next chapter. The result is Borderland - a meticulously crafted opus that builds on their celebrated recent era, while seamlessly weaving in new, timely elements. It’s a bold, organic continuation of their journey, shaped by experience and guided by vision.
 

 AMORPHIS are:

Tomi Joutsen | vocals

Esa Holopainen | guitars

Tomi Koivusaari | guitars

Olli-Pekka “Oppu” Laine | bass

Santeri Kallio | keys

Jan Rechberger | drums & percussion

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Theodor Bastard Announce New Album '▽'

While they’ve remained relatively silent over the past six years, Theodor Bastard refuse to stay still. Amidst the shadows of the pandemic, war and invasive technology, the world music pioneers have been searching for a way out of the darkness that’s descended over our reality. The path that they discovered on their upcoming eighth studio album didn’t lead back to their home in the forest of Karelia, but away from it, into the coldness of the city, a collapsing civilization, and ultimately, rebirth.  

Today, Theodor Bastard are announcing their new album ▽ (pronounced V) with a thrilling music video for its bewitching lead single. While it reconnects with their roots in electronic music, “Sverkay” is a sure sign that the band are bound for dark new horizons.

“This album might never have happened”, Theodor Bastard producer, multi-instrumentalist and founding member Fedor Svolotch says. “So much has surrounded us during recent years: the pandemic, war, division, fear, anxiety over technology, and a sense that reality itself is becoming darker and more unstable. We have felt so much anger, pain, confusion and disappointment both in ourselves and in the world around us. All these emotions were gathering inside us, changing, darkening, searching for a form, until they eventually transformed into the unexpected on ▽”.

Watch the music video for “Sverkay” below:

▽ comes out November 13, 2026 on Season of Mist.

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▽ reflects just how much has changed since the world last heard from Theodor Bastard in April 2020. While the band are still recognized internationally for blending ritual folk, electronics and world music, on their new album, they’ve re-embraced their early electronic impulses because that’s now how modern life feels: cold, sharp, tense.

“Our sound changed because the world changed”, Svolotch explains. “We had to destroy our own habits and expectations to make ▽. We wanted to start again, as if the band has no past, no safe place, no ready-made formula. As a result, this album is not a continuation of what came before. It’s a different door”.

Long-time fans of Theodor Bastard were pleasantly surprised late last year when the pulse-pounding analog synths of “Nebo” first appeared in the award-winning Russian crime drama The Method. But the latest single from

▽ is a giant leap from the softer, more earthly textures of the band’s recent studio ventures. Like a spaceship, “Sverkay” rumbles with distorted bass before it’s suspended high above the earth by a trap-like beat.  

The video for “Sverkay” was directed by Fedor Svolotch and stars Yana Veva. Theodor Bastard built the spaceship that appears in the video by hand. They also created the video’s practical and visual effects themselves. The concept for the spacesuit was created by Yana Veva and made by TomHem Studio.  

Additional video credits  

Screenwriters - Fedor Svolotch & Yana Veva

Director of Photography - Oleg Makoseev

Additional Camera - Vyacheslav Salikov

Film Editor - Fedor Svolotch

Gaffer & Assistant Director - Taras Frolov

Storyboard Artist - Yana Veva

Spacesuit Concept Art - Yana Veva

Spacesuit Fabrication - TomHem Studio

Spaceship Control Panel Fabrication - Andy Vladych

Spaceship Cockpit Concept - Alexey Kalinovskiy

Set Design and Construction - Alexey Kalinovskiy & Kusas

Props Master - Alexey Kalinovskiy

Practical Effects - Alexey Kalinovskiy & Kusas

Visual Effects - Maria Starostina & Fedor Svolotch

Colorist - Vyacheslav Salikov

With  ▽, Theodor Bastard return with dark electronics for dark times.  

Recording Lineup
Yana Veva - Vocals, Lyrics, Vocal arrangements, Synthesizers, Keyboards
Fedor Svolotch - Arrangements, Guitars, Bass guitar, Synthesizers, Analog synthesizers, Keyboards, Drum programming, Sound design, Sound production, Mixing
Christine Kazarian - Harp
Vyacheslav Salikov - Cello / Strings
Kusas - Percussion, Bells, Metallophone, Marimba, Jaw harp
Ekaterina Dolmatova - Backing vocals
Eli H - Bass guitar
Alexey Kalinovskiy - Keyboards, Synthesizer, Lap slide guitar
Vyacheslav Nikiforov - Drums
Sergey Smirnov - Drums
Maria Starostina - Flute, Backing vocals
Maxim Kostyunin - Guitar
Gale Dorothy - Vocals on Molnii i Svist

Current Lineup
Yana Veva - Vocals
Fedor Svolotch - Sound, Guitar, Electronics
Andy Vladich - Drums
Alexey Kalinovskiy - Keyboards
Kusas - Percussion
Vyacheslav Salikov - Cello
Ekaterina Dolmatova - Backing vocals

Production Credits
Producer - Fedor Svolotch
Sound Engineer - Fedor Svolotch
Mixing Engineer - Fedor Svolotch
Mastering Engineer - Boris Istomin
Recording Studio - Theo Records
Mastering Studio - Knob Studio

Cover Artwork
Fedor Svolotch

Artwork / Layout Designer
Yana Veva & Fedor Svolotch

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Booking
Maxim Krupoderya
theodorbastard@gmail.com

Follow Theodor Bastard
Website: https://theodorbastard.com/
Bandcamp: https://theodorbastard.bandcamp.com/
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Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/theodor-bastard/204585292
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/theodorbastard
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HATE GRENADE Unleashes Crushing New Single "Reflections"

Modern nu-metal powerhouse confronts the battle against your own inner demons with one of its heaviest and most emotionally charged releases to date.

Some enemies stand in front of you.

The most dangerous ones stare back from

the mirror.

With the release of their explosive new single, "Reflections," HATE GRENADE dives headfirst into the psychological war that rages inside us all. Blending crushing riffs, thunderous grooves, massive hooks, and an unrelenting sense of urgency, the band delivers a modern nu-metal anthem that is equal parts emotionally raw and sonically devastating.

At its core, "Reflections" explores one of life's most difficult battles, the fight against the darkest version of yourself.

"Reflections is an aggressive, modern nu-metal track built around the idea of being trapped with the worst version of yourself. Heavy guitars, big hooks, and a dark edge." - Hate Grenade

That statement becomes the heartbeat of the song. Every crushing riff feels like internal conflict. Every thunderous drum hit echoes the weight of self doubt. Every soaring hook reminds listeners that even in our darkest moments, there is power in confronting what we've become rather than running from it.

"Reflections" isn't simply another heavy song.

It's an emotional collision between rage, vulnerability, and self-awareness.

HATE GRENADE has crafted a track that captures the suffocating feeling of being locked inside your own thoughts while delivering the kind of unforgettable chorus that begs to be screamed back from the front row.

Musically, the band leans into everything that has made modern nu-metal resonate with a new generation of heavy music fans. Thick, down-tuned guitars collide with pounding rhythms, atmospheric textures build tension throughout, and the vocals seamlessly shift between aggressive intensity and melodic conviction.

The result is a song that feels both crushingly heavy and undeniably memorable.

Lyrically, "Reflections" speaks to anyone who has ever wrestled with anxiety, regret, anger, or the fear of becoming someone they no longer recognize. Rather than offering easy answers, the song invites listeners to face those emotions head on, acknowledging that growth often begins by confronting the parts of ourselves we'd rather ignore.

In an era where authenticity matters more than ever, HATE GRENADE refuses to hide behind clichés. Instead, they deliver a brutally honest soundtrack for those fighting battles no one else can see.

With "Reflections," the band continues to establish itself as one of the rising voices in modern heavy music, combining massive production, unforgettable hooks, and meaningful songwriting into a sound that is equal parts aggressive and accessible.

Whether blasting through speakers or igniting a crowd in a live setting, "Reflections" is built to leave an impact. It's heavy. It's haunting.

And it's a reminder that sometimes the hardest fight you'll ever face is the one happening inside your own mind.

BIO:

After a nearly 20-year hiatus, STRIDENT ESCAPE has emerged from a McHenry, IL basement once again. Mixing heavy influences of thrash and punk, as well as black, nu, and groove metals together; STRIDENT ESCAPE goal is to help burn through the stresses of modern life.

CANADIAN ROCKERS TEAZE AND THEIR FIRST NEW STUDIO ALBUM IN OVER 45 YEARS, REV YOUR ENGINES, DEKO ENTERTAINMENT DROPS THEIR LIVE COMEBACK ALBUM LIVE

Following the triumphant return of Canadian hard rock legends Teaze with their first new studio album in more than 45 years, Rev Your Engines, Deko Entertainment is proud to announce the release of Live In Liege, a powerful live recording that captures the band doing what they do best—delivering high-energy rock and roll to passionate audiences around the world.

Formed in Windsor, Ontario in 1975 by bassist/vocalist Brian Danter, guitarists Mark Bradac and Chuck Price, and drummer Mike Kozak, Teaze quickly built a reputation as one of Canada's premier hard rock acts. Their combination of infectious melodies, driving guitars, and explosive live performances earned them devoted followings across Canada, Europe, and Japan. Songs such as “Rockin' With The Music,” “Boys Night Out,” “Sweet Misery,” and “On The Loose” became staples of their catalog and helped establish the band's enduring legacy.

After decades away from the studio, Teaze returned in 2026 with Rev Your Engines, proving that their chemistry, songwriting, and unmistakable sound remain as strong as ever. Since then, the band has continued to reconnect with longtime fans while attracting a new generation of rock listeners through festival appearances and sold-out performances.

To showcase the power of Teaze on stage, Deko Entertainment now presents Live In Liege. Recorded in September 2023 at Belgium's renowned Golden Age Rock Festival, the album captures the band firing on all cylinders with electrifying performances of fan favorites including “On The Loose,” “Back In Action,” and many more.

As founding guitarist Mark Bradac explains, "Playing for the fans in Belgium was an unforgettable experience. The energy from the crowd was incredible, and we felt connected from the first note to the last. We're thrilled that this performance was captured and can now be shared with fans everywhere."

The album serves as both a celebration of Teaze's remarkable history and a testament to a band that continues to perform with the same passion and intensity that made them international favorites decades ago.

Watch “Gonna Have A Good Time Tonight” Below:

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STARSET RETURN WITH VIDEO FOR RECENTLY RELEASED NEW SINGLE "p a r a d 0 x 1 c"

TOURING WITH BREAKING BENJAMIN, CHEVELLE, + KAMI KEHOE THIS FALL

STARSET, who've existed at the intersection of music and sci fi for most of their billon-streaming career, kick off their newest era with the new single "p a r a d 0 x 1 c."

 This is STARSET at their most seductive — dark, synth-driven alt rock with a hypnotic pulse.

Known for their interstellar, world-building atmospheres, Starset bridge the gap between cinematic EDM and guitar-forward, textured rock. Here, genres collide, with massive, emotionally-charged, sci-fi-bred hooks and an explosion of riffs. Ultimately, it's a neon-soaked, synth-infused track that feels like a transmission from the future. "p a r a d 0 x 1 c" stands as a world of its own — layered and encapsulating, and a harbinger of what's to come. 

Watch the accompanying video Below:

Since emerging in 2013, Columbus, Ohio's STARSET have become one of modern rock's most distinctive and commercially successful acts, amassing nearly 5 billion global streams, including more than 1.7 billion on Spotify alone, earning RIAA Platinum and Gold certifications, scoring multiple Billboard Mainstream Rock Top 10 hits, and building a devoted global fanbase through cinematic storytelling and immersive live productions that blur the line between concert and science-fiction experience.

Lauded by Forbes as having "one of the most firmly established brands of any modern rock band," STARSET are creating a true multimedia empire with music at its core. STARSET are one of the most successful and visually and conceptually ambitious acts in rock music. The band's impact is best captured in its massive numbers: STARSET have accumulated billions of streams worldwide. Their breakout hit "My Demons" has become a rock staple, earning multi-platinum certifications and dominating alternative and active rock charts. Meanwhile, their cinematic, sci-fi–driven live shows sell out venues across North America, Europe, and beyond — due to the passionate vigor with which their fanbase follows the band.

Continuing to push creative boundaries both on and off the stage, STARSET will bring their transportive live production to cities across North America throughout September and October.

STARSET ON TOUR:
WITH BREAKING BENJAMIN, CHEVELLE, + KAMI KEHOE:
9/02 — Camden, NJ — Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
9/03 — Bridgeport, CT — Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
9/05 — Wantagh, NY — Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
9/06 — Holmdel, NJ — PNC Bank Arts Center
9/09 — Toronto, ON — RBC Amphitheatre
9/10 — Darien Center, NY — Six Flags Darien Lake Amphitheater
9/12 — Allegan, MI — Allegan County Fairgrounds
9/13 — Clarkston, MI — Pine Knob Music Theatre
9/15 — Burgettstown, PA — The Pavilion at Star Lake
9/16 — Noblesville, IN — Ruoff Music Center
9/17 — Louisville, KY — Louder Than Life Festival
9/18 — Tinley Park, IL — Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
9/20 — Council Bluffs, IA — Mid-America Center
9/22 — Shakopee, MN — Mystic Lake Amphitheater
9/24 — Riverside, MO — Morton Amphitheater
9/25 — St. Louis, MO — Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
9/28 — Denver, CO — Ball Arena
9/30 — West Valley City, UT — Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
10/01 — Sacramento, CA — Aftershock Festival
10/02 — Las Vegas, NV — Michelob ULTRA Arena
10/03 — Anaheim, CA — Honda Center
10/05 — Phoenix, AZ — Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
10/07 — Albuquerque, NM — First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater
10/10 — The Woodlands, TX — The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
10/12 — Fort Worth, TX — Dickies Arena
10/13 — Rogers, AR — Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion
10/16 — Tuscaloosa, AL — Mercedes-Benz Amphitheatre
10/17 — Alpharetta, GA — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
10/19 — Tampa, FL — MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
10/20 — West Palm Beach, FL — iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
10/23 — Raleigh, NC — Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
10/24 — Bristow, VA — Jiffy Lube Live

THEN COMES SILENCE turn "Judgement Day" into celebration with Behind-the-Scenes film + tour dates

Stockholm-based post-punk trio Then Comes Silence recently released 'Judgement Day', a dark and driving anthem that embraces failure, reckless choices and the thrill of living without regrets. The high-energy video was filmed by Damon Zurawski of Future Legend Films. Painting the picture of those celebrating sinners embracing their final celebration before the inevitable reckoning, this is the first single from the band's 'Requiem Ballroom' album, out later this year via Metropolis Records.

The band has also shared a vivid behind-the-scenes documentary, created by Marzipan Moonlight, on the making of the video. This offers a fun-loving personal glimpse of the process involved in the video's creation and the thriving and warm spirit of Stockholm's goth community over an array of cinematic sequences. The footage immortalizes Then Comes Silence's professionalism, the genuine camaraderie of those involved, and the delightful involvement of a tiny canine companion named Hugo.

A tightly focused trio since 2022, Then Comes Silence was formed in 2012 by vocalist-bassist Alex Svenson in 2012. Drummer Jonas Fransson and guitarist Hugo Zombie, round out the band in its most direct, powerful and uncompromising form. One of the leading names on today’s goth, post-punk and darkwave scene, they are driven by a fascination with horror, the occult and the raw intensity of underground music, having forged a distinctive sound and a devoted international following.

"'Judgement Day' was the first song I wrote for this album - an homage to our musical heroes Killing Joke. Hugo came up with the guitar sound early in the process. This song celebrates the wicked ones having a good run til their end days. In some people's eyes, we too are rock 'n' rolling, beer drinking geezers that most likely will be the first to go. So be it. We had a good run," says Alex Svenson.
 
Hugo Zombie adds, "The guitar is inspired by Killing Joke and is a little tribute to Geordie. We haven't played it live, but we will perform it for the first time at M’era Luna Festival in August. It should go well."
 
'Judgement Day' is about failure, bad decisions, and poor behavior - a nod to those who will be first in line on doomsday. The techno element is juxtapositional given the subject matter. Ultimately, the band “fails” by letting something completely unexpected and out-of-character takeover. A swaggering gothic rocker that turns self-destruction and the ticking of time into an irresistible celebration of the wicked,

"We gave a performance in the photo studio when shooting the music video. It was like a regular concert with the extras dancing around the band. People seemed to enjoy being involved in the making of this video - it's easy to dance to and has a good dynamic," says Alex Svenson.
 
Jonas Fransson shares, "We invited a bunch of friends to join us for the music video shoot, and one of them happens to be a 16-year-old Miniature Pinscher. He is almost completely deaf, so he didn't mind walking around the studio while we were playing. The video isn't cut and finished yet, but there's a good chance he'll end up in it."

'Judgement Day' is out everywhere, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp, where their latest 'Trickery' album is available on vinyl and CD. The 'Requiem Ballroom" album will be released on November 20. Now touring Europe, tickets can be obtained at https://linktr.ee/tcsontour

ALBUM CREDITS
Lyrics & Music written by Alex Svenson
Alex Svenson - vocals, bass and synthezisers
Jonas Fransson - drums
Hugo Zombie - guitars
Johan Lange (Agent Side Grinder) - synthesizer on Track 12
Produced by Alex Svenson
Recorded by Jörgen Wall and Tom van Heesch
'Ballroom' half mixed by Jon Bordon (Nicole Sabouné, Melody Club, The Exploding Boy)
'Requiem' half mixed by Tom van Heesch (Rammstein, Backyard Babies, Apocalyptica)
Mastered by Svante Forsbäck
Cover artwork by D.K. Griftegaard & Jonas Fransson
Released by Metropolis Records
Official video by Damon Zurawski at Future Legends Films
Behind-the-scenes video by Marzipan Moonlight
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

LIVE DATES
SEP. 11 -  Glain, Belgium @ Deux Ours
SEP. 12 - Rotterdam-Albrandswaard, Netherlands @ Baroeg Open Air 2026
SEP. 13 -  Rennes, France @ Brewklyn
SEP. 14 -  Paris, France @ Le Chinois
SEP. 15 -  Rezé, France @ Cold Crash
SEP. 16 -  Lyon, France @ Rock N'Eat
SEP. 17 -  Marseille, France @ Le Molotov
SEP. 18 -  Torino, Italy @ Ziggy Club
SEP. 19 -  Castelfranco Veneto, Italy @ Sale Improve
SEP. 20 -  Hlavní Město Praha, Czechia @ Subzero
OCT. 24 -  Stockholm, Sweden @ Kollektivet Livet


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Kenny Chesney's Carrying On: FOUR Weeks at #1 on MusicRow; Top 5 at MediaBase

Kenny Chesney has always believed in the heartland. Whether it’s touring the outlier markets every few years to honor his roots, or recognizing the power of how those lives influence the rest of the country, his music has always hit true in the places beyond the major markets.
 
So, it’s no surprise with “Carry On” hitting overdrive at country radio, the life-affirming cri du coeur that’s soaked in bartender wisdom is hitting hard. The get out there and savor every moment summer anthem has now spent four weeks totalon the top of MusicRow’s CountryBreakout Radio Chart, which surveys a profound cross-section of the nonreporting country stations.
 
“To me, I try to make music for everyone, no matter where they live,” says the songwriter-superstar from East Tennessee. “But there is something for people like me, who grew up beyond the city limits, who have dreamed their way into some pretty magical adventures, to hear a song like this – and realize life really does come down to something as simple as ‘If it feels good, do it/ If it doesn’t, then don’t…’
 
“Hearing it’s been No. 1 for four weeks at MusicRow as we’re hitting the Top 5 tells me the people out there are listening and are just as fired up about what songs can be and mean as they ever were. I know how much the stuff I love has fueled me, and I want to pass that along.”
 
Since becoming the first independent – and only the third ever – single to close out the major market country radio panel during add week, “Carry On” has been a song that’s lifted people up, given them permission and offered a dose of what really matters. It’s also hit a few more benchmarks: it became Chesney’s 100th charting single, gave him the most Top 10 hits in Billboard Country Airplay history and delivered Key West artist/icon Dave Wegman’s video debut.
 
“I think Silver Sands Marina hits a lot of life points and different emotions,” Chesney says. “But through all of the songs, that spirit of find your spark, recognize the goodness wherever you are is what shines through. To me, ‘Carry On’ was the perfect first single, because that bartender makes it all pretty simple, which is what we all need.
 
“And if there’s one thing we could use right now: it’s a lot more joy, a lot more stripping things back to what matters. It doesn’t always take a lot, being grateful right where you are – and knowing sometimes just being in the moment is the gift that will carry you through.”
 
To mark the moment, the Silver Sands Marina Arcade is opening another game. For anybody who’s played the games – pinball or video – on the midway, “Carry On” lets you dodge traffic, jump out of the way and have fun.
 
Pre-order, pre-save/pre-add Silver Sands Marina HERE.

Purchase the signed vinyl, CDs and limited vinyl picture discs, or watch Chesney’s first in-depth conversation about Silver Sands Marina on TalkShopLive HERE.

Corey Kent Reflects on "Everyday Life” with Latest Release Ahead of 'Heartland Rock and Roll’ Available 9/25

Multi-Platinum Sony Music Nashville recording artist Corey Kent releases “Everyday Life,” the latest preview of his forthcoming album, Heartland Rock and Roll, due Sept. 25. Available everywhere today, the heartfelt new track offers an honest reflection on the everyday blessings, hard work and gratitude that come with building a life worth being thankful for.

Listen to “Everyday Life” and pre-save Heartland Rock and Roll HERE. Watch the “Everyday Life” music video BELOW.

"'Everyday Life' is a bit of a departure for me in a really fun way and it puts the ‘heartland' in this record for me. I typically keep my personal life relatively private so it was cool to give folks a glimpse into my everyday life. Hearing my kids' voices in the first few seconds is such a perfect snapshot of this season of my life as a husband and father,” shares Kent. "I don’t think I’ve ever experienced more joy or had more fun writing and recording a song to date. And I hope we captured some of the magic of Travis Tritt’s ‘It’s a Great Day to Be Alive.’ Lighthearted yet REAL with a simplicity and optimism that make you want to sing along."

Written by Kent alongside Austin Goodloe, Matt Roy and Lydia Vaughan, “Everyday Life” finds Kent looking beyond the noise and celebrating the things that matter most: family, hard work, a life built together and the simple realization that sometimes having it good means appreciating exactly where you are.

The release is accompanied by a new music video that brings the song’s message to life through a deeply personal lens, featuring Kent’s family in their music video debut. The intimate visual offers a glimpse into the everyday moments behind the artist and the life that inspires his music.

“Everyday Life” continues the rollout of Heartland Rock and Roll, Kent’s highly anticipated third major-label album and the project that finally puts a name to the sound he’s spent years building.

“Heartland Rock and Roll is my third major label album, and it’s really the first time I’ve been able to finally name the sound I’ve been working towards my entire career,” shared Kent. “These songs sound like where I’m from. The lyrics span from nostalgia, to honest regrets and gratitude for the simple things I value most in life. From top to bottom, this is me. Every artist wants to leave their mark in music... a way to say, ‘I was here and I did it my way.’ This feels like mine. This is heartland rock and roll.”

Produced primarily by Austin Goodloe, with additional production from Jon Randall and Chris Farren, Heartland Rock and Roll captures golden-hour nostalgia, rugged honesty and the peace that comes with staying true to yourself. Across 16 tracks, Kent blends country, rock and soul into the signature sound that has defined his career.

The release of “Everyday Life” arrives as Kent’s current single, “Empty Words,” continues its explosive run at country radio. Already Top 40 at Country Radio with “Empty Words,” the album rollout has also included standout releases “Rocky Mountain Low” featuring Koe Wetzel, “Wannabe,” “Cigarette Burns” and "Rather Be Here," featuring Jason Aldean, offering fans an increasingly expansive look at Kent’s evolving sound.

Infusing Oklahoma roots with the untamed energy of a rebel rocker, Kent has built his career on doing things his own way. From dancehalls and dive bars in Bixby, Oklahoma, to earning two No. 1 singles at country radio, more than 1 billion career streams and multiple RIAA certifications, Kent’s rise has been steady, hard-earned and fueled by conviction.

“I’ve been fighting my differences for so long, but now it’s like, ‘Let’s just use those,’” Kent explains. “I’m not trying to be anybody else. Bigger fades, ‘better’ lasts.”

The forthcoming album follows Kent’s breakout projects Blacktop and Black Bandana, which established the singer-songwriter as one of country music’s most compelling and unconventional voices. To date, Kent has earned Platinum certification for “Something’s Gonna Kill Me,” Gold certification for “This Heart” and Triple-Platinum certification for his No. 1 breakthrough hit “Wild As Her.”

Rolling Stone has praised the Oklahoman native for giving “the region’s signature sound a shot of mainstream sensibility,” while CMT and the Opry NextStage program have recognized him as an artist to watch. He has toured alongside Morgan Wallen, Jason Aldean, Parker McCollum, Jon Pardi and Koe Wetzel.

For the latest news and information about Corey Kent, visit coreykentofficial.com.

Alt-Pop Standout Reece Young Refuses To Take The Blame On "I Wouldn't"!

Following the breakout momentum of "Nothing At All" and the visceral honesty of "Lights Out", the alt-pop upstart, Reece Young, returns with "I Wouldn't" out now via Oxide Music. Where his previous releases mapped the aftermath of panic and the weight of darkness, "I Wouldn't" focuses on the middle ground between fault and failure. Fans can listen to "I Wouldn't" BELOW.

With a gift of hiding the heaviest moments inside the brightest songs, Reece Young has carried that instinct from metalcore stages into alt-pop radio without losing a thing. Underneath the anthemic pull of "I Wouldn't" is the exhaustion of struggling privately while someone close to you mistakes that struggle for a shortcoming. The cruelest part being that you never claimed to be anyone different.

Somewhere between a confession and a chorus, Reece Young shares:

"I Wouldn’t is the culmination of a feeling you can’t describe. At my lowest moments, everyone around me was frustrated they couldn’t help. I never said I wouldn’t try to get better, I just didn’t know how. That very resentment towards yourself you start to feel bubbling up, it explodes in this chorus and breakdown within a wall of sound."

In this new lane, Reece Young draws from the emotional energy of VOILA and the anthemic instincts of Twenty One Pilots, carving out a sound that makes alt-pop feel urgent again. As an artist finding his footing in a new sound, he's taking it straight to the stage where every performance leaves the room wondering how they had not heard of him sooner. London is first in line, with a debut headline show on August 29th at YungBlud's B.R.A.T. Cave to kick off a festival weekend that sees Reece supporting Twenty One Pilots at All Points East on August 30th.

With "Nothing At All" and "Lights Out" marking his first two releases on Oxide Music and a run of live dates on the horizon, Reece Young is laying the groundwork for a new era built on sharp songwriting, restless energy, and a willingness to sit in the discomfort instead of looking away.

Be sure to stay tuned for more Reece Young news coming soon.

ABOUT REECE YOUNG

Reece Young knows how to turn trouble into triumph. Bred in New Jersey and based in Nashville, he pours out his deepest personal experiences to cement his place in the music world. From playing big stages at Bludfest and Riot Fest, touring with industry hallmarks (Underoath, Zero 9:36, Palisades, and Avoid), to rolling burritos in the back of a Nashville coffee shop. Reece is no stranger to doing whatever it takes to achieve his goals. Beginning his career in the new metal genre, Young has experienced a sonic metamorphosis. Through his dedication and commitment to following his heart, Reece’s production style has radically transformed, leading to the realization of his true artistic identity. Inspired by the likes of Twenty One Pilots, Bring Me The Horizon, Jon Bellion, and his cat, Socks: Young takes honest storytelling and turns it into an unforgettable live show, commanding the stage and captivating fans with his explosive energy. The proof is in the progress: Reece Young is just getting warmed up.

Clutch Release New Single "The Drifter Returns"

Clutch have released their new single, “The Drifter Returns”, accompanied by an official lyric video. Stream the song HERE and watch the lyric video below.

More soon.

The Ghoulstars Announce Tour Supporting Turmion Kätilöt

Finnish horror punks The Ghoulstars are thrilled to announce that they are opening the first leg of fellow Finns Turmion Kätilöt’s Resodance Tour. During these six dates across Finland, The Ghoulstars will perform songs off their monstrously catchy debut album, The Dark Overlords of the Universe, which was featured on CNN’s Hollywood Minute.

Get tickets at https://turmionkatilot.com/shows/

The Ghoulstars Supporting Turmion Kätilöt Resodance Tour

December 3 - Jyväskylä, FI @ Lutakko

December 4 - Jyväskylä, FI @ Lutakko

December 5 - Joensuu, FI @ Kerubi

December 11 - Seinäjoki, FI @ Rytmikorjaamo

December 12 - Oulu, FI @ Tarkastamo

December 19 - Turku, FI @ Teatro

The Ghoulstars Additional 2026 Dates

October 24 - Kuopio @ Ottopoika [TICKETS]

More dates announcing soon.

The Dark Overlords of the Universe is out now on Season of Mist.

Order & Stream

https://orcd.co/theghoulstarsdarkoverlords

The Ghoulstars may be undead, but there’s nothing pale or lifeless about The Dark Overlords of the Universe. The title track crosses surf beats, heavy riffing and a hair-raising transition into a chorus that’s absolutely to die for. “We can’t wait to unleash this delightful horror upon the world”, Laakso says with an ominous glint in his bloodshot eye. “As V. Santura told me: ‘The record is unique, catchy and a really fun listen’”.        

With The Dark Overlords of the Universe, The Ghoulstars direct a monstrously catchy mash-up between metal, punk and B-horror.

Lineup
Markus "Daddy Ghoul" Laakso - Guitars
Toni "Ghoulio" Ronkainen - Drums
Arthur "LL Ghoul A" Thure - Vocals
Markus "Hella Ghoul" Makkonen - Bass

Guest musicians
Mathias "Vreth" Lillmåns (...and Oceans, Finntrol) - Backing Growls
Tommi "Tuple" Salmela (Tarot, Raskasta Joulua, Lazy Bones) - Backing Vocals on "The Dark Overlords of the Universe")

Production credits
Produced by Markus Laakso
Guitars recorded by Markus Laakso and Erkka Närhi
Vocals recorded by Markus Laakso and Mathias "Vreth" Lillmåns
Drums recorded by Erkka Närhi
Bass recorded by Samu Männikkö and Markus Laakso
Percussion recorded by Markus Laakso
Mixed & Mastered by V. Santura at Woodshed Studio in Germany

Cover art

Niko Anttila

Order & Stream
https://orcd.co/theghoulstarsdarkoverlords

Booking info

Finland

Rowan Rafferty at Nem Agency - rowan@nem.fi

Rest of the world

info@theghoulstars.com

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