Glam Rock Star BOBBIE DAZZLE Unveils New Single "Wonder" + Official Video

September 5, 2026

BOBBIE DAZZLE, the catsuit-sporting queen of UK Glam Rock, is proud to unveil her new single, "Wonder," taken from her upcoming sophomore album, ‘Star Power,’ set for release on October 2nd via Rise Above Records. The new track arrives alongside an official video.

Watch the Official Video for "Wonder" Below:

Since the release of her debut, BOBBIE DAZZLE has rapidly established herself as one of the most distinctive new voices in UK Glam Rock, sharing stages with legendary artists including Alice Cooper, Sweet, Lita Ford and Thunder’s Luke Morley, as well as appearing at London’s Hyde Park with Jeff Lynne’s ELO. Along the way, the artist born Siân Greenaway has transformed her flamboyant alter ego into a fully realized musical world built on infectious melodies, theatricality, dazzling musicianship and unapologetic fun.

Now, BOBBIE DAZZLE channels that whirlwind experience into ‘Star Power,’ an album that expands upon the sonic and visual identity established on ‘Fandabidozi’ while introducing a little more grit and bite. The eleven-song collection was overwhelmingly written by BOBBIEand keyboardist Chris Dando and was recorded in the same studio as her debut, creating a natural connection between the two records.

Star Power' features several notable collaborations. Former Runaways guitarist Lita Ford contributes a blazing guitar solo to the closing track, "Feel It Too," while Pendulum’s Gareth McGrillen co-wrote and plays bass on "Snakes And Ladders," bringing an unexpected connection between BOBBIE’s glam rock world and the electronic intensity of drum & bass.

Throughout ‘Star Power,’ BOBBIE’s love of classic rock, glam, progressive rock and theatrical songwriting remains at the forefront. The album’s opening title-track picks up where‘Fandabidozi’ left off, while songs such as "Jack Rabbit" showcase her willingness to embrace the grand, elaborate arrangements of her influences. Her signature flute playing also remains an integral part of the sound, adding another dimension to an album that refuses to be confined to a single era or genre.

Chris Dando once again plays a key role in shaping the BOBBIE DAZZLE sound, particularly through his intricate stacked vocal harmonies, while guitarist Ash Baker and bassist Leon Smith, both members of her live band, contribute throughout the record and to its production.

At its core, ‘Star Power’ is an album about joy, escapism and the power of music to provide a world away from everyday struggles.

Better Noise Signs Death Valley Dreams // Band Shares Cover of Chris Isaak's Melancholy Classic "Wicked Game"

September 5, 2026

BETTER NOISE MUSIC is pleased to welcome the ever-enigmatic DEATH VALLEY DREAMS to the label's roster. The band serves up a cocktail of brooding rock, atmospheric vibes, neo-new wave synths, and gloomy guitars. Indeed, Death Valley Dreams are a master class in gloriously melancholic music — they provide the soundtrack for nyctophiles.

Siphoning influence from '80s pioneers The Cure, Depeche Mode, Bauhaus, and Echo & The Bunnymen, as well as early '00s torchbearers The Killers, and Interpol while appealing to fans of newer acts like Nation of Language and Boy Harsher, Death Valley Dreams are magnets for those who prefer the darker side of life.

Lexie Viklund, Director of A&R, says, "Death Valley Dreams brings an exciting new dimension to the Better Noise roster. With a group of seasoned professionals coming together to pursue their shared passion for music, the possibilities are truly endless. We couldn't be more excited to welcome them to the Better Noise family."

Alongside the signing news, the band has shared its cover of Chris Isaak's elegiac "Wicked Game." They've added their own slow-burning spin to this haunting classic.

Watch the video Below:

The cover is an inspired choice for Death Valley Dreams, whose own music thrives in the same space between darkness, desire, melancholy, and tension. Shimmering guitars, pulsing textures, and an intoxicating sense of suspense amplify the song's underlying ache, turning a familiar classic into something seductive, modern, and unmistakably their own.

There's an undeniable nocturnal quality to Death Valley Dreams’ rendition: Unsettling yet beautiful, like stumbling into a tantalizing late-night scene from a Quentin Tarantino film where you know something dangerous is about to happen. The song feels drenched in neon, shadows, desire, and mystery, capturing the magnetic pull of the original while heightening its cinematic allure. Rather than simply recreating "Wicked Game," DEATH VALLEY DREAMS tap into what made the song so enduring and reimagines it through their own dark-alternative lens.

"It's one of those songs that’s just hauntingly beautiful and dark," offers the band's singer and keyboardist. "I've always gravitated toward that kind of mood, and ‘Wicked Game' has always been one of those songs that stuck with me. It fits the world we've built as a band so naturally that it just made sense to take our own approach to it."

Fans of rock new and old can catch on the road this fall with The Rasmus and Saint Agnes. These September dates offer the perfect chance to experience DEATH VALLEY DREAMS in their element — after dark, surrounded by a room full of people discovering a band that feels destined for much bigger stages. All dates are below.

DEATH VALLEY DREAMS ON TOUR:
WITH THE RASMUS + SAINT AGNES:

9/6 — Chicago, IL — Bottom Lounge

9/8 — Toronto, ON — The Opera House

9/9 — Montreal, QC — Le Studio TD

9/10 — Allston, MA — Brighton Music Hall

9/11 — Quebec City, QC — Salle Montaigne

9/13 — New York, NY — Racket

9/14 — Philadelphia, PA — Union Transfer

9/16 — Flint, MI — The Machine Shop

9/17 — Louisville, KY — Louder Than Life Festival

9/19 — Minneapolis, MN — Varsity Theater

9/20 — St. Louis, MO — Delmar Hall

9/22 — Hidalgo, TX — Payne Arena

9/23 — Dallas, TX — The Studio at The Bomb Factory

9/24 — Houston, TX — Bad Astronaut

9/25 — Austin, TX — Come and Take It Live

9/27 — Englewood, CO — Gothic Theatre

9/28 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Grand at The Complex

9/29 — Grand Junction, CO — Mesa Theater

10/1 — Portland, OR — Hawthorne Theatre

10/2 — Boise, ID — The Shrine Social Club

10/3 — Seattle, WA — El Corazon

10/4 — Vancouver, BC — Rickshaw Theatre

10/6 — Sacramento, CA — Ace of Spades

10/7 — Reno, NV — Cargo Concert Hall

10/8 — San Francisco, CA — August Hall

10/11 — San Diego, CA — House of Blues

10/12 — Los Angeles, CA — The Regent Theater

LANIE GARDNER RELEASES FADED POLAROIDS (DELUXE) VIA BBR MUSIC GROUP/BMG NASHVILLE

September 4, 2026

Lanie Gardner releases Faded Polaroids (Deluxe) today via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville, adding three new songs to the collection she released in 2025. Featuring “You Ain't My Daddy,” “Bye Bye,” and “Say It Sober,” the 21-track project brings resolution to a deeply personal chapter for Gardner while offering a glimpse at the woman and artist she's becoming. Listen to Faded Polaroids (Deluxe) below.

For Gardner, Faded Polaroids was always about more than a collection of songs. The album captured the lessons, heartbreaks and growing pains of her early twenties, but she felt the story needed one final chapter before she could move forward. The three new songs offer that resolution, reflecting the perspective Gardner gained after living through the experiences that shaped the original album.

“This project captures the lessons, heartbreaks, and growing pains of my early twenties while reflecting my desire to keep pushing the boundaries of country music,” Lanie shared. “Faded Polaroids (Deluxe) reveals, specifically, more of the woman I've become after living through those experiences and carrying the wisdom they left behind.”

The three new songs were written and recorded with Kristian Bush, who Gardner credits with helping bring her vision to life while allowing her to remain at the center of the creative process. Working without phones, distractions or outside comparisons, the pair and their team focused on building a world around the songs that felt entirely their own. The result is a collection that continues Gardner's genre-blurring approach while giving her room to explore a more evolved perspective.

At the center of the new collection is “Say It Sober,” which offers a more reflective side of Gardner following the unapologetic energy of “You Ain't My Daddy.” The track serves as another piece of the story Gardner wanted to finish telling before turning the page on the Faded Polaroids era.

Earlier this summer, Gardner gave fans the opportunity to choose which of the three new songs they wanted to hear first, with “You Ain't My Daddy” ultimately earning the most votes. The response reinforced the connection Gardner has built with an audience that sees itself in her honesty and independence. As she puts it, “The girls aren't taking the backseat anymore!” The song's message of supporting women rather than controlling them resonated not only with her female fans, but with listeners who connected to the idea.

Now, as Gardner brings Faded Polaroids to the road, the deluxe edition marks both an ending and a beginning. She recently wrapped select dates with Jordan Davis, continues Luke Bryan's “Word On The Street Tour”into the fall before joining Ty Myers. With the final chapter of Faded Polaroids now complete, Gardner is carrying its lessons forward while leaving behind the parts of herself that no longer fit.

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ABOUT LANIE GARDNER:
Hailing from the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina, Lanie Gardner has quickly established herself as one of country music’s most distinctive new voices, blending the storytelling heart of country with the grit of rock, the soul of blues and the hooks of pop. She first captured global attention with her viral cover of Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams,” which has amassed more than 100 million views and helped launch her career. Since then, she has been named a 2025 Artist to Watch by the Recording Academy and Amazon Music, an Apple Music Riser of the Month, a member of CMT’s Next Women of Country: Class of 2025 and a SiriusXM Highway Find. Gardner made her Grand Ole Opry debut in 2025 and has performed everywhere from Stagecoach to TODAY, while sharing the stage with artists including Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Jelly Roll, Ty Myers, the Jonas Brothers, Cody Johnson and ZZ Ward. Her songwriting has also led to collaborations with Thomas Rhett, Warren Zeiders and Dorothy, with “What Could Go Right” reaching No. 1 on SiriusXM’s The Highway. Released in 2025, Faded Polaroids introduced listeners to Gardner’s most personal collection of songs to date. Now, Faded Polaroids (Deluxe) expands that story with three new tracks, continuing to explore the experiences and emotions that have shaped Gardner both personally and creatively.

Gavin Adcock’s Latest Release is “One Hell Of A Steal;” Listen Now

September 4, 2026

Georgia native Gavin Adcock is continuing his release streak, today sharing the eighth of 26 songs off his upcoming album, The Day I Hang It Up. Written by Adcock, Luke Laird, Jack Hummel and Chase McDaniel, “One Hell Of A Steal” is available everywhere now. Listen Below.

“‘One Hell Of A Steal’ is for that buddy who swears he’s going to be single forever, and then finds a girl who changes everything,” Adcock shares. “I think a lot of people can relate to this one – or know someone who can.”

“One Hell Of A Steal” is Adcock’s latest release in a flurry of instant grat songs from the album, including “Workin’ Man,” “Having One Now,” “Anymore” and “Shoes,” marking five consecutive weeks of new music. “Shoes” left Country Central remarking, “unfortunately for the haters, he has done it again.”

American Songwriter has dubbed Adcock a “modern-day outlaw,” while Music Row Magazine hails his “rowdy, high-octane performance” —a reputation he’s bringing to fans across the country on his 30-city The Day I Hang It Up Tour. The trek features a rotating lineup of special guests, including Pecos & The Rooftops, Corey Kent, Tyler Nance, Jake Worthington, The Creekers, Braxton Keith and Mack Geiger.

A proven must-see live performer, Adcock has sold out venues coast to coast across multiple headline tours, including the Monster Energy Outbreak Tour Presents: Gavin Adcock, Actin’ Up Again (Again) Tour and Need To Tour. Most recently, he joined Morgan Wallen for select dates on both legs of Wallen’s 2025 and 2026 tours, earning explosive responses from audiences nationwide.

In addition to the standard CD/Vinyl, The Day I Hang It Up limited edition exclusive bone-colored vinyl is now available for pre-order. Built for the die-hards, this exclusive two LP is pressed on raw, bone-colored wax and wrapped in a killer limited-edition alternate cover. To cap it off, every copy drops with a custom 12x12 insert hand-signed by Adcock himself.

To purchase tour tickets or to pre-order limited edition vinyl, visit Ga vinAdcockMusic.com.

The Day I Hang It Up Tour 2026
Sep 11 || Cleveland, Ohio || Jacobs Pavilion # ^
Sep 17 || Lubbock, Texas || Cooks Garage * %
Sep 19 || Round Rock, Texas || Round Rock Amp %
Sep 24 || Baton Rouge, La. || Raising Cane's River Center Arena * %
Sep 25 || Oxford, Miss. || SJB Pavilion * %

Oct 15 || Macon, Ga. || Atrium Health Amphitheater > %
Oct 16 || Birmingham, Ala. || Coca-Cola Amphitheater > %
Oct 17 || Little Rock, Ark. || First Security Amphitheater > %
Oct 22 || Fishers, Ind. || Fishers Event Center $ ^
Oct 23 || Knoxville, Tenn. || Knoxville Civic Coliseum $ ^
Oct 24 || Cary, N.C. || Koka Booth Amphitheatre $ ^
Oct 29 || Charlotte, N.C. || Bojangles Coliseum > %
Oct 30 ||Savannah, Ga. || Enmarket Arena > %
Oct 31 || Estero, Fla. || Hertz Arena > %

Nov 6 || Boston, Mass. || MGM Music Hall at Fenway > %
Nov 7 || Reading, Penn. || Santander Arena > %
Nov 13 || Detroit, Mich. || Masonic Temple Theatre > %
Nov 14 || Grand Rapids, Mich. || Van Andel Arena > %

Dec 10 || Las Vegas, Nev. || The Theater at Virgin Hotels !

PARMALEE RELEASES NEW TRACK “MEET MY MAKER”

September 4, 2026

Six time #1 hitmakers Parmalee release their latest song, “Meet My Maker.” Written by Matt Thomas, David Fanning, Andrew DeRoberts, Taylor Phillips and Andy Albert, the catchy love song shows appreciation for God sending the perfect person to one’s life and gives thanks to the Maker. Recently earning the longest-running number one by a band in nearly 14 years on the Billboard Country Airplay chart, Parmalee’s current single, “God Knew Better,” is currently climbing the country charts. Listen to “Meet My Maker” Below.

“We’re excited to release ‘Meet My Maker,’ a song about thanking the Man Upstairs for creating the person you’re with,” says Matt Thomas. “At its heart, it’s about love, faith, and being grateful for the person standing beside you.”

Parmalee is currently on tour:
9/5 Bedford, TX - Bedford Beats and Eats Fest
9/11 Chittenango, NY - The Haven of The Wild – Chittenango, NY
9/12 Norwalk, CT - Norwalk Oyster Festival
10/4 Doswell, VA - State Fair of Virginia
10/10 Palmyra, MO - Marion County Fairgrounds
10/16 Cave Creek, AZ - Harold’s Cave Creek Corral
11/13 Indianapolis, IN - 8 Seconds Saloon

Fight From Within Release New Single “The End of My Rope”

September 4, 2026

Upstate New York metalcore/hardcore band Fight From Within are back with their latest single, “The End of My Rope,” available now via Arson Theory. Produced by Daniel Thabet of Liquid Studios, the new track marks a new chapter for the band as they continue to sharpen their aggressive blend of metalcore, hardcore, and beatdown while expanding their reach with a newly announced run of dates supporting Tallah.

“The End of My Rope” captures Fight From Within at their most intense, delivering crushing heaviness, relentless energy, and the raw emotional urgency that has become central to the band's sound. Built for the pit but rooted in genuine frustration and perseverance, the track showcases a band continuing to push their sound forward without sacrificing the aggression that brought them together.

Alongside the new single, Fight From Within have announced “The Absence of Good Tour,” a tour supporting Tallah that will bring the band’s high-impact live show to stages across the country.

The new era also comes with a change behind the scenes, as Fight From Within are now under the management of Eric Ellis, formerly of Bury Your Dead. Ellis' experience within the heavy music community brings a new level of momentum as the band prepares to take “The End of My Rope” on the road and introduce Fight From Within to an even wider audience.

“The End of My Rope” is available now on all major streaming platforms.

Listen to The End of My Rope:

https://arsontheory.vyd.co/TheEndOfMyRope

WATCH the Lyric Video for "The End of My Rope Below:

FIGHT FROM WITHIN ON TOUR:

“The Absence of Good Tour” supporting Tallah

10-15 MILLERSVILLE, PA - PHANTOM POWER

10-16 HUNTINGTON, WV - JERK'S
10-17 ASHEVILLE, NC • SLY GROG LOUNGE
10-18 KNOXVILLE, TN- KARNS EVENT CENTER
1O-20 CLEVELAND, OH - FOUNDRY CONCERT CLUB
10-21 COLUMBUS, OH - SPACEBAR
10-22 EVANSVILLE, IN - SIX STRINGS ON FRANKLIN
10-23 CHATTANOOGA, TN - THE EDGE
10-24 ATLANTA, GA - 529 EAV
10-25 JACKSONVILLE, EL- THE ALBATROSS
10-27 GREENSBORO, NC - HANGAR 1819
10-28 VA BEACH, VA - SCANDALS LIVE
10-29 SALISBURY, MD - LURKING CLASS
10-30 ELMWOOD PARK, NJ - BLVD BAR & GRILL
1O-31 MANCHESTER, NH - BUNGALOW BAR

Tickets can be found HERE

Fight From Within were founded in Upstate New York in early 2021. Their sound lands at the intersection of metalcore, hardcore, and beatdown. With deeply diverse influences ranging from Bury Your Dead, Polaris, Evergreen Terrace, Emmure, Invent/Animate, Every Time I Die, and Attila, they have crafted their own distinct sound.

They have taken the stage at many key festivals, from Sonic Temple to The Gathering of the Juggles to Inkcarceration to Louder Than Life. The band headed into 2027 like a freight train — all gas, no brakes.

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Victoriana Infused Electronic Metal Duo CODEX LOVELACE Release Album 'Galvanized Heart' With Video For "The Corps"

September 4, 2026

CODEX LOVELACE present the debut full-length Galvanized Heart. With a shared love of Victoriana, history, and a bit of cyber punk, CODEX LOVELACE, led by Joan Avant and Holly Royle (DISCONNECTED SOULS), fuses dark EDM with metal. The album release arrives alongside a new video for "The Corps".

"The Corps" lifts the curtain on the darker side of entertainment. This song is about Les Petits Rats (little rats) who were corps ballet dancers in the nineteenth century and they were expected to prostitute themselves to certain patrons of the ballet. These are the girls in the shadows in Edgar Degas’ paintings being watched by lurking men.

With high energy and eerie changing moods, "The Corps" delivers rhythmic intensity across electronics and metal instruments. Seductive lyrics and enthralling moments are met with a thunderous and shadowy quality revealing the sinister aspects beneath.

Order Galvanized Heart HERE: https://codexlovelace.bandcamp.com/album/galvanized-heart

About CODEX LOVELACE:
Devised from a shared love of Victoriana, fantasy and admiration for history’s ‘invisible’ women, CODEX LOVELACE is an eclectic project led by Joan Avant and Holly Royle (DISCONNECTED SOULS).

The band’s name is a direct reference to Ada Lovelace whose story, among others, is explored across the music and lyrics of their debut album, Galvanized Heart. Musically, the thunderous power of heavy metal, ethereal quality of orchestral arrangements and ambience of electronic textures become entwined across CODEX LOVELACE’s sound.

The project arose from what was initially intended to be a sole collaboration song between Texas, US, based Joan Avant and Chester, UK, based Holly Royle. Before long, the scope of their creativity grew into a full-length offering.

Produced by Joan Avant, the track list contains compositions spearheaded by both members demonstrating a wide breadth of genre and style influences from EDM to djent guitars. At the core, CODEX LOVELACE is designed to combine catchy simplicity, dance quality with intriguing textural layers, emotive soundscapes and stories of lives often overlooked. The debut album Galvanized Heart is scheduled to arrive on September 4th, 2026.

CODEX LOVELACE is:
Joan Avant: multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, composer & lyricist, producer.
Holly Royle: multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, composer & lyricist.

Album Credits:
Guitar performance, bass, violin, drums, synth programming, vocal performance, composition and lyrics by Joan Avant
Guitar performance, synth programming, vocal performance, composition and lyrics by Holly Royle
Produced and mixed by Joan Avant
Mastered by Andy Fernihough
Cover artwork by Marisol Maerz
Photography by Tom Lloyd Photography / Joan Avant

Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codex_lovelace/
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@CodexLovelace
Bandcamp: https://codexlovelace.bandcamp.com

156/Silence Unleashes New Album 'From A Distance' and Release Album Title Track Featuring Alex Reade of Make Them Su

September 4, 2026

It's a great day for 156/Silence fans! Today, the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania atmospheric metalcore powerhouse has released their new album 'From A Distance' via Pure Noise Records. 'From A Distance' is the quintet's sixth full-length and their most recent album release since 2024's critically acclaimed 'People Watching'. In celebration of today's news, the band has dropped the official music video for the album title track "From A Distance" featuring the inimitable Alex Reade of Make Them Suffer, who also appears in the video. When asked about the inspiration behind the song, the band shared:

"Love. Love is the most important thing in the world no matter what. Through all the bad and evil, there will always be more good. Even if it’s from a distance, the love we share is worth more than anything."

'From A Distance' is available now on all streaming platforms at the link here. Watch the "From A Distance (ft. Alex Reade)" music video below.

Having recently wrapped the 'It's Not You, It's Me' tour with Chiodos just last week, 156/Silence will next kick off their 'From A Distance'US headlining tour with Aviana, Heavensgate, and Fromjoy as support. The 20-date headlining run begins next Wednesday, September 9, in Worcester, Massachusetts, and concludes in the band's hometown of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, October 3. During the headliner, the band will also be bringing the heat at this year's Louder Than Life festival on Sunday, September 20. Never ones to rest on their laurels, 156/Silence will then cross the pond to hit the road on the EU/UK Flowers Tour with The Devil Wears Prada in October, and kick off the new year touring Australia alongside Thrown in February 2027. Dates are already selling out, so be sure to get your tickets at the link here before it's too late.

'From A Distance Tour' US Headlining Dates with Aviana, Heavensgate & Fromjoy:

Wed Sep 9 - Worcester, MA @ Palladium Upstairs - Sold Out

Thu Sep 10 - Brooklyn, NY @ The Meadows - Selling Fast

Fri Sep 11 - Philadelphia, PA @ The Foundry @ The Fillmore - Sold Out

Sat Sep 12 - Baltimore, MD @ Soundstage - Selling Fast

Sun Sep 13 - Richmond, VA @ Canal Club - Selling Fast

Tue Sep 15 - Durham, NC @ Motorco Music Hall - Selling Fast

Wed Sep 16 - Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West

Thu Sep 17 - Winter Park, FL @ The Conduit - Sold Out

Fri Sep 18 - Jacksonville, FL @ Albatross

Sat Sep 19 - Greenville, SC @ Radio Room - Selling Fast

Tue Sep 22 - Dallas, TX @ Puzzles Deep Ellum - Selling Fast

Wed Sep 23 - San Antonio, TX @ The Rock Box

Fri Sep 25 - Mesa, AZ @ Rosetta Room - Sold Out

Sat Sep 26 - Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory - Selling Fast

Sun Sep 27 - Sacramento, CA @ Goldfield Trading Post - Selling Fast

Tue Sep 29 - Denver, CO @ Marquis Theater - Sold Out

Wed Sep 30 - Kansas City, MO @ RecordBar - Selling Fast

Thu Oct 01 - Chicago, IL @ Reggies Rock Club - Selling Fast

Fri Oct 02 - Detroit, MI @ TSDMAAC (Sanctuary) - Selling Fast

Sat Oct 03 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving - Selling Fast

Louder Than Life Festival 2026

Sep 20 — Louisville, KY — Kentucky Expo Center

EU/UK Flowers Tour Dates with The Devil Wears Prada, Novelists and Oversize:

Oct 7 - Munchen, DE @ Backstage - Low Tickets

Oct 8 - Wiesbaden, DE @ Schlachthof

Oct 9 - Hamburg, DE @ Docks

Oct 10 - Eindhoven, NL @ Effenar

Oct 12 - Vienna, AT @ Simm City - Low Tickets

Oct 13 - Leipzig, DE @ Felsenkeller

Oct 14 - Prague, CZ @ Archa+

Oct 16 - Cologne, DE @ E-Werk - Low Tickets

Oct 17 - Antwerp, BE @ Zappa

Oct 18 - Paris, FR @ Élysée Montmartre - Low Tickets

Oct 20 - Bristol, UK @ Electric

Oct 21 - Leeds, UK @ Project House

Oct 23 - London, UK @ Electric Brixton

Oct 24 - Manchester, UK @ New Century Hall - Low Tickets

Oct 25 - Birmingham, UK @ Institute 1

AU Tour Dates with Thrown, Boundaries and Volatile Ways:

Feb 3 - Perth, AU @ Freo Social

Feb 5 - Adelaide, AU @ The Gov - Final Tickets

Feb 7 - Melbourne, AU @ Forum - Final Tickets

Feb 10 - Canberra, AU @ UC Hub

Feb 11 - Sydney, AU @ Liberty Hall - Final Tickets

Feb 12 - Newcastle, AU @ King St Bandroom

Feb 13 - Brisbane, AU @ The Tivoli - Final Tickets

ABOUT 156/SILENCE

156/Silence makes intense, foreboding, and haunting music. Their songs are cinematic, blending brutality with intellect. They draw on real and imagined terror, all woven into melody and power. Vocalist and lyricist Jack Murray, guitarist and primary songwriter Jimmy Howell, guitarist Ryan Wilkinson, drummer Kyle O’Connell, and bassist Mike Ernst form a formidable unit, forged through shared passions and losses since the band’s earliest incarnation first formed in Pittsburgh in 2015.

2024’s crowd pleaser, People Watching, was a watershed moment, boasting breakout anthems “Better Written Villain” and “Character Development (Cold Start).” Distorted Sound wrote, “There is enough in the band’s repertoire to not only keep you entertained but also keep you guessing.”

From a Distance, its spiritual sequel and the band’s first album with Pure Noise Records, ups the ante with gut-wrenching depth and atmosphere. Their sixth album is dark and ponderous yet triumphantly self-assured. (It follows the devastating standalone single “Our Parting Ways,” released in 2025 in loving tribute to longtime bassist Lukas Booker, who passed away unexpectedly earlier that year.)

The group’s reputation as a live force of nature was earned on the road, where they deliver audience connection and sonic devastation while touring with the likes of The Devil Wears Prada, Chiodos, Fit For A King, Counterparts, Silent Planet, and The Acacia Strain, among other contemporaries.

Produced by Josh Schroeder (King 810, Lorna Shore, The Plot In You), From a Distance finds 156/Silence heavy as hell, while leaning into atmosphere, mood, and emotional impact even harder. The group reverently namechecks classic game scores like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, and the heady concepts of prestige TV like Twin Peaks (a sample from Apple TV’s Severance opens the album).

Murray’s lyrics remain keenly observational, personal, and incisive. From a Distance serves as a bold thematic companion to its predecessor. While earlier records often documented tension at close range, From a Distance observes from a wider vantage point, examining social behavior, celebrity worship, intrusive thoughts, and interpersonal connection with steely focus.

That authenticity is crucial to the band’s ever-growing audience.

No two 156/Silence albums are alike, from the unhinged frenetic chaos of Undercover Scumbag (2018) to the gloriously savage and technical Irrational Pull (2020), which Metal Hammer likened to Converge and Botch. The diverse ruminations found in Narrative(2022) took things even further. BrooklynVegan called that album “bolder and richer” and “an exciting step forward for [the] band.”

People Watching continued the prolific outfit’s tradition of steadfast evolution and innovation. Revolver praised the dark melodic edge of the Animal Farm-inspired “Better Written Villain,” declaring, “156/Silence may have just penned an instant classic of their own canon.”

As Howell points out, they’d never really tried singing choruses and hooks prior to People Watching. “It went so well that we decided to double down on that.” From a Distance also features guest appearances from some formidable vocalists: Mike Hranica of The Devil Wears Prada, Alex Reade of Make Them Suffer, and Tony Castrati of Crippling Alcoholism. It also cranks up the soundscapes.

“I look toward bands we love that grew with their listeners, like Thrice and Bring Me The Horizon,” Howell says of their continuing creative mission. “They have a sound, but they grow and change. Some bands are comfortable repeating the same thing again. I don’t want to do that. I want to make you feel the way you do when you hear one of those important bands, without sounding like them.”

Murray describes the title track as “a love song” and “probably the most Twin Peaks-inspired song.”

From a Distance cuts deeper into People Watching’s lyrical heart. “Proxy Idols” tackles celebrity worship. “Order & Entropy”contemplates maintaining focus amid the utter devastation of things falling apart. “Swept from Under (Call of the Void)” sees Murraywrestling with intrusive thoughts. “They tell you to hurt yourself, even when you don’t feel bad,” he says. “It’s just the ever-looming shadow of weird and intrusive thoughts, and negativity, of just being swept from under by the void.”

From straightforward hard rock to synth-heavy experimentation and all the way back to the band’s deadly mathcore roots, 156/Silencehave established themselves as unbound by any genre limitation.

“We could go anywhere now, and that’s the goal,” Howell says. “Nothing is ever off the table.”

BEHEMOTH - Unleash New Single & Video 'In League With Satan' + New Release "I, Scvlptor" Out Now!

September 4, 2026

Polish extreme metal legends, BEHEMOTH, unleash 'In League with Satan', the second single from their new studio release, I, Scvlptor, which is out today via Nuclear Blast Records (digitally) and Massacre Records (physically). The music video for 'In League with Satan' was produced by the acclaimed Polish production collective Grupa 13. The song and the video feature very special guest, Shagrath of Dimmu Borgir.

Nergal commented on the new single:

“When we were looking for a name for our tour with Dimmu Borgir, I thought it would be great to use a timeless slogan and basically quote the gods of satanic rock’n’roll — Venom and “In League with Satan” perfectly fit my vision. I honestly don’t remember what came first — the idea for the tour name or the idea of recording the song itself. What matters is that we recorded it on seven-string guitars with Shagrath from Dimmu as a guest vocalist. The song gained a massive weight and a completely new dimension. We’re planning to play it live and I think our version turned into something truly powerful.”

Stream I, Scvlptor in full:
https://behemoth.bfan.link/i-scvlptor

Purchase the physical edition of I, Scvlptor:

Massacre Records:
www.iscvlptor.com

Behemoth Webstore:
https://behemoth-store.com/en-ea/collections/i-scvlptor
(all vinyl variants, cassettes and bundles sold out)

Watch the music video for 'In League With Satan' Below:

'I, Scvlptor', which is out today, is an exclusive release featuring eight previously unreleased songs - seven new studio recordings and one live track. It is an autonomous body of work that bridges the band's foundational past with their present creative fire. The release features brand-new studio material embodying the full force of Behemoth's live energy and intensity. Two tracks - 'Rise of the Blackstorm of Evil' (from The Return of the Northern Moon, 1992) and 'In Thy Pandemaeternum' (from Pandemonic Incantations, 1998) - are newly re-recorded versions of early Behemoth material, reshaped with modern sonics while preserving their original spirit; a tribute to the bands who had a huge influence on Behemoth - 'In League With Satan' (originally by Venom, feat. Shagrath of Dimmu Borgir) and 'The Return of Darkness and Evil' (originally by Bathory, feat. Sakis Tolis of Rotting Christ). Available on CD, LP, MC and Limited-Edition Box Set through Massacre Records worldwide and digitally via Nuclear Blast Records.

Nergal commented:
“We’re fucking excited about the release of I, Scvlptor. Even though it’s not a regular studio album and is, in fact, more of a compilation, the mere fact that it contains songs nobody has ever heard before makes it a significant release for us. What’s more, some of these tracks are likely a little different from what we offered on our last album, The Shit Ov God. That’s why we see I,Scvlptor as an important record — a connecting piece, a bridge between where we are now and whatever may come next in the distant future.”

In October 2026, two of the most influential forces in extreme metal join together for a monumental tour: Behemoth and Dimmu Borgir will embark on the “In League with Satan” co-headline tour (with special guests, Dark Funeral), storming across Europe and the UK. Details below:

IN LEAGUE WITH SATAN TOUR 2026
BEHEMOTH + DIMMU BORGIR

09 Oct – Zurich, Switzerland – Halle 622
10 Oct – Zwickau, Germany – Sparkassen-Arena Zwickau
11 Oct – Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg – Rockhal
13 Oct – Milan, Italy – Alcatraz
14 Oct – Munich, Germany – Zenith
16 Oct – Paris, France – Zenith
17 Oct – London, UK – O2 Brixton Academy
18 Oct – Den Bosch, Netherlands – Mainstage
20 Oct – Cologne, Germany – Palladium
22 Oct – Hamburg, Germany – Inselpark Arena
23 Oct – Berlin, Germany – Columbiahalle
24 Oct – Brno, Czech Republic – Hala Vodova
25 Oct – Katowice, Poland - Spodek
27 Oct – Helsinki, Finland – Ice Hall
29 Oct – Stockholm, Sweden – B-K
30 Oct – Copenhagen, Denmark – K.B. Hallen

TICKETS: https://www.behemoth.pl/

AIRBOURNE’S New Self-Titled Album Out Today: A “Big, Bombastic” Blast Of Pure Aussie Thunder

September 4, 2026

AIRBOURNE’s NEW self-titled studio album, out today, September 4th, is a true rock ‘n’ roll tale of no compromise, no sleep and still no ballads (or bullshit); a story fuelled by the riveted will of four musicians, brothers Joel & Ryan O’Keeffe, ably supported by Justin Street & Brett Tyrrell, to create a body of work that proudly offers a full 21 gun salute to hard rock’s glorious traditions, its heritage and its heartbeat, whilst keeping sights firmly trained on the road ahead.

To celebrate the album's release, the band has dropped their new video for the song 'Kid in a Candy Store.'

Watch the Video For 'Kid in a Candy Store' Below:

AIRBOURNE’s sixth studio album is the one that plants the flag deepest for everything the Aussie outfit stands for, their unwavering commitment to The Great Rock ‘n’ Roll Cause, leaving everything (apart from Lemmy’s Bar, of course) on the stage on a nightly basis.

“When I look up to the sky, rub the blood and sweat from my eyes

Hell, no, I ain't dead yet, as long as I can breathe, I can get…” ‘Gutsy’

PRODUCED BY Brian Howes (who helmed 2013’s ‘Black Dog Barking’); engineered by Mike Fraser (who worked on 2010’s ‘No Guts. No Glory’ & 2016’s ‘Breakin’ Outta Hell’); mixed by Zakk Cervini (BMTH, Architects, Evanescence); and mastered by the legendary Ted Jensen, ‘Airbourne’ The Album is the statement, line in the sand recording that only one band could have made.

For staunch sons of Warrnambool, Joel & Ryan, here was the moment: to create not just the finest body of work in the Airbourne canon, but to raise the bar as high as possible in the name of the hard rock community; to seek out new turf, to protect the ground hard won by heroes past, some sadly fallen, and to both strengthen and celebrate the special, sacred bond with rock fans everywhere…

“Our aim from the start was to create something iconic, gargantuan,” states vocalist / guitarist Joel, “real blockbuster shit. It’s a rocket we’ve been building and building; we’ve filled it with fuel, now we’re ready to let it go.”

“We said, this is it, let’s make the oracle,” continues drummer Ryan, “and if we’re going to do it, no corner can be cut. All of the things we love most about rock‘n’roll are on this record. I firmly believe it’s our very best work…”

In order to embrace the mighty task, AIRBOURNE felt it wise to stay close to home, with Music Farm Studio in the “jungle” outside Byron Bay, South Eastern Australia, the chosen locale; not only does Music Farm host the original Neve console from Albert Studios in Sydney, the desk on which AC/DC, Rose Tattoo and The Angels recorded their classic early albums, but it’s also home to late AC/DC guitarist / founding member Malcolm Young’s eight-track Neve, and naturally both were put to full an’ fruitful use on the

AIRBOURNE sessions.

By choosing vintage gear (and recording to tape), these sessions were never going to be gremlin free, but as things turned out, technical issues were just a part of the story, with near cyclonic storms, deadly snakes and even deadlier super sized spiders (the fabled Big Boy!) adding to the list of perils. They say what doesn’t kill (or bite) you makes you stronger, and for musicians and studio team alike the overriding vision never blurred; nights around the fire pit were spent talking about the big, bold, bombastic albums they’d skipped their homework to listen to; those layered, beautifully crafted records, the recognised classics, that had made them rock fans in the first place…

Next stop, Hothouse Studios in Melbourne; here, all recording was completed alongside engineer / studio owner, Craig Harnath. Rounding things off at Hothouse was an easy choice to make; not only was it where the band had recorded their first EP, but the console, also a Neve, is from Alberts Studio 2, allowing the connection to prime rock history to be maintained.

The challenge was there. The game on.

‘Here She Comes’, one of the two Lange / Adams co-writes, the other being ‘Who Put The Rhythm In You?’, followed in late July, which brings us on a mighty wall of Eddie Van Halen inspired feedback to album focus track, ‘Bogotá’, complete with lashings of EVH ‘Frankenstein’ action, the first time Joel had wielded the instrument!

It’s surely impossible to be a guitarist and not realise the significance of EVH, who (along with Lemmy, Doc Neeson, John Bonham, Bon Scott, Little Richard, Malcolm Young & Ozzy) gets a hand on heart namecheck on album closer, ‘Send Me To Rock‘N’Roll Heaven’, the song that most clearly defines the album’s key themes of lifestyle and legacy; of artists being kept alive in the hearts and minds of fans; of the rock ‘n’ roll torch being passed from one generation to the next, the flame still burning…

‘When you play this riff, you give me back my hands

When you drop the needle, I'm back in the band…’ ‘Alive After Death (Last Plane Out)’

‘AIRBOURNE’. Made with passion. Made in Australia. The Great Barrier Riff.

Now officially out of its cage.

AIRBOURNE Shows with Guns N’ Roses, November / December 2026.

11/29: Adelaide, AU

12/2 Townsville, AU

12/5 Brisbane, AU

12/8 Newcastle, AU

12/11 Melbourne, AU

12/14 Sydney, AU

12/17 Auckland, NZ

California's Soft Science releases fifth album 'Sand', their most immersive record to date

September 4, 2026

Northern California quintet Soft Science returns with 'Sand', their fifth album, released via Shelflife Records in North America and Spinout Nuggets in the UK.. Building on the band’s signature mix of dream pop, post-punk, shoegaze, and darkwave, this record is both intimate and expansive - rooted in melody, atmosphere, and emotional depth.

Across these 10 songs, the band pairs shimmering textures with renewed urgency, delivering a dynamic and immersive record that is unmistakably Soft Science. 'Sand' explores the fragile, cyclical nature of love, tracing how relationships can shift beneath our feet while still offering moments of clarity, devotion, hope, and renewal.

The singles 'Spinning', 'Understand' and 'Fade' pair propulsive energy with ethereal vocals and luminous guitars, finding beauty in moments that inevitably slip away. ‘Spinning’ captures the frustration of being caught in a loop of recurring conversations and patterns. ‘Understand’ delivers a buoyant, Lush-infused burst of hope rooted in the healing passage of time. ‘Fade’ shifts into a more intimate yet expansive space, pairing a classic four-on-the-floor pulse with dreamy vocals and reflective lyrics about memory, change, and connection. Together, they showcase the creative blend of layered harmonies, cascading guitars, electronic textures, and hook-filled melodies that define the sound of 'Sand'.

Lyrically, throughout 'Sand' runs a strong sense of being stuck in cycles: spinning, circling, repeating old patterns, trying to be heard, trying to understand what went wrong. But it’s not all bleak. The album strikes chords of tenderness and resilience, as evidenced by phrases like “there is hope for us,” “we find a way,” “let in the light” and “steady as we sway” - lyrics that create a push-pull dynamic between weariness and a stubborn belief that connection and perseverance can still produce a better tomorrow.

Soft Science features Katie Haley (lead vocals, percussion), brothers Matt Levine (lead guitar) and Ross Levine (guitar, backing vocals), partners Tony Cale (drums) and Becky Cale (bass, backing vocals), along with frequent collaborator Hans Munz (electronics). Built around ethereal vocals, twin 12-string guitars, bass, drums and synthesizers, the band creates lush, transportive songs that balance melody, harmony, and rhythm. Praised by critics, Soft Science pairs gauzy textures with restless momentum, blending dream pop, shoegaze, and indie rock into a sound that is hypnotic, melodic, and emotionally direct.

Soft Science's latest album 'Lines' (2023) was preceded by 'Maps' (2018), 'Detour' (2013), and 'Highs and Lows' (2011), along with a split 7”with The Luxembourg Signal (2015) and The House of Love cover ‘I Don’t Know Why I Love You’ and a rendition of Northern Picture Library's ‘Paris’ (2018).

Critically acclaimed, Soft Science has done live sessions at KEXP, WFMU and Part-Time Punks, and performed at New York Popfest, Paris Popfest, The Big Takeover’s 35th Anniversary show, Schellraiser Festival, Tremolo Fest, Dreamgaze PDX, and other festivals across the USA. Soft Science was also highlighted on Sound Opinions’ “Shoegaze Genre Dissection” as one of the hosts’ recent genre favorites (August 21, 2026, Show 1082).

With 'Sand', Soft Science pushes further into the noisier edges of dream pop while preserving the hooks, texture and emotive resonance at the center of their work. Examining how love, memory and identity are shaped by change, they ask what it means to stay connected in an uncertain world. 'Sand' stands as the band's most focused, poignant collection to date. As Dagger Zine wrote, “Pop hooks bump up against heaving waves of sonic swirl and it all shimmers and shines in all the right places,” a fitting description of a group that continues to expand its sound without losing its melodic core.

'Sand' is out September 4 on CD and vinyl, with digital availability through major streaming and download platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp

ALBUM CREDITS
Lyrics written by Katie Haley & Ross Levine
All songs written by Katie Haley, Ross Levine, Matt Levine, Becky Cale & Tony Cale
except 'Thread', 'Without' and 'Sway' are written by
Katie Haley, Ross Levine, Matt Levine, Becky Cale, Tony Cale & Hanz Munz
Katie Haley - vocals, percussion
Ross Levine - backing vocals, synths, additional guitars
Matt Levine - guitar
Becky Cale - bass guitar, backing vocals
Tony Cale - drums
Hans Munz - additional electronics
Recorded at Shattered Records and The Pool House
Engineered by Jack O'Donnell
Additional Engineering by Ross Levine
Mixed by Kev Bolus at OneEleven
Mastered by Antony Ryan at RedRedPaw
Produced by Soft Science
Artwork by John Conley
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Wage War Announce New Album "LANDFALL" Out 10/9 + Band Shares Title Track

September 4, 2026

Florida's WAGE WAR — Briton Bond [lead vocals], Cody Quistad [rhythm guitar, clean vocals], Seth Blake [lead guitar], Chris Gaylord [bass], and Stephen Kluesener [drums] — continue to absolutely dominate 2026. After releasing the It Calls Me By Name EP this past spring, the band is now pleased to announce the new album Landfall, out digitally October 9 via Fearless Records. Pre-order it here.

The band has shared the visualizer for the vicious title track. Watch and listen below.

Opening with a foreboding emergency broadcast-style alarm before erupting in a bludgeoning riff, Wage War continue to indulge their heaviest side with "Landfall." It's a groove-heavy, guitar-forward anthem that sounds like... vengeance. The hellbound screams of Bond are punctuated by Quistad's melodic singing, making it a gloriously unpredictable listen. Wage War are at their heaviest and most melodic — EVER — with this track, as they continue to push their own boundaries. It's Wage War, but bigger, stronger, louder, and as impactful as ever.

"'Landfall' is a song about imminent danger and the realization that we aren't in control," Wage War offer. "Referencing our Florida roots, the hurricane imagery became a way of talking about that feeling of being completely at the mercy of something bigger than yourself. Musically, we wanted the verses to feel heavy and threatening, with the chorus being somber and inevitable."

Wage War will return to U.S. stages for a headline tour this fall, with We Came As Romans, Varials, and Cane Hill as support. The "Emergncy Broadcast" tour kicks off October 25 in San Antonio and runs through Novemebr 27 in Orlando in the band's native Florida. Get tickets here.

WAGE WAR ON TOUR:
WITH WE CAME AS ROMANS, VARIALS, + CANE HILL:
10/25 — San Antonio, TX — The Aztec Theatre
10/26 — Houston, TX — White Oak Music Hall
10/29 — Las Vegas, NV — House of Blues
10/30 — Tempe, AZ — Marquee Theatre
10/31 — Riverside, CA — Riverside Municipal Auditorium
11/2 — Albuquerque, NM — Revel Entertainment Center
11/3 — Oklahoma City, OK — Diamond Ballroom
11/4 — Kansas City, MO — Uptown Theater
11/6 — Madison, WI — The Sylvee
11/7 — St. Louis, MO — The Pageant
11/8 — Columbus, OH — KEMBA Live!
11/10 — Indianapolis, IN — Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
11/11 — Cincinnati, OH — The Andrew J Brady Music Center
11/13 — Wallingford, CT — The Dome at Toyota Oakdale Theatre
11/14 — Sayreville, NJ — Starland Ballroom
11/16 — Toronto, ON — HISTORY
11/17 — Buffalo, NY — Buffalo RiverWorks
11/18 — Huntington, NY — The Paramount
11/20 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore
11/21 — Philadelphia, PA — Franklin Music Hall
11/22 — Norfolk, VA — The NorVa
11/24 — Nashville, TN — Marathon Music Works
11/25 — Charlotte, NC — The Fillmore
11/27 — Orlando, FL — Hard Rock Live

HEY NOW RECORDS SIGNS KYLE SCHUESLER

September 3, 2026

HEY NOW Records hit the streets hard, delivering the first independent complete radio panel lock on a first week single with Kenny Chesney’s “Carry On.” That same passion has fueled more groundbreaking, record-shattering moments, including Chesney’s 100th charting single and elevating him to the country artist with the most Billboard Country Airplay Top 10 singles, alongside the most Billboard Country Airplay No. 1 singles.

“To follow that kind of momentum, we knew we would need a very special artist – and we have been in discussions with several songwriter-artists, performers with massive social media and/or live followings,” offers HEY NOW President & Co-Founder Kris Lamb. “But we couldn’t be more thrilled to announce our first signing being Kyle Schuesler, a West Coast-based roots-songwriter who has a way of wrapping his songs around emotions most people miss – but they’re the ones that really define our lives.”

Schuesler, a 22-year-old guitarist, vocalist and writer, makes good on the promise of Southern California’s Laurel, Coldwater and Topanga Canyon’s vast heritage. With the sweeping urgency, freedom and love of the moment that defined Buffalo Springfield, certain moments of the Byrds, the Burritos, The Beach Boys and Jackson Browne without ever becoming a reductive re-enactor, Schuesler’s music is stained as much by the foam on the waves as the cerulean skies and sun-burned roads rolling up the coastline from San Diego to San Francisco.

“People don’t really know what to call it: Indie? Alt-folk? Acoustic-pop? Coastal country? I’m not sure why people feel they need to label it instead of just listening and enjoying the music,” says the easy-going Huntington Beach, Californian. “The things I love don’t fit in boxes – Noah Kahan, The Lumineers, Zach Bryan – but they feel right when you hear them. That’s what drew me to HEY NOW, no one at the label cared what it was, as much as how much they loved these songs.”

Having signed to Liz Rose Music after releasing 12 individual singles on his own, Schuesler has been taking his writing to new heights and places. Always an introspective artist who’s unafraid of the vulnerable truths, he’s spent the last few months exploring the creative possibilities with Tom Douglas, Jaren Johnston, Ryan Hurd, Troy Cartwright, Joe Fox and Lauren McLamb while continuing to play shows around his native California and beyond, plus Austin’s South By Southwest, Coastal Country Jam and opening shows for Vance Joy, Alana Springsteen, Evan Honer, Jonah Kagen and Logan Crosby.

“Kyle has such a unique way of merging styles,” says Lamb. “It’s seamless, all these genres that people love as his own sound. As a vocalist, not only does his voice have a real warmth that draws you in, he can do things very few singers can. When he goes into a falsetto, you don’t realize how hard that is – and it’s the way he makes everything seem so easy that makes you want to keep listening.”

Continuing to write with some of Nashville’s most elite songwriters, current collaborators and on his own, he’s slated to enter the studio in the next few months. Look for music on HEY NOW in late 2026.

Kyle Schuesler signs with HEY NOW Records.
Front Row L to R: Kyle Schuesler and Kris Lamb (Co-Founder, President, HEY NOW Records)
Back Row L to R: John Esposito (Co-Founder, HEY NOW Records) and Clint Higham (Co-Founder, HEY NOW Records) | Photo Credit: Zach Wesner/HEY NOW Records

Liverpool stalwarts The Room explore the dark side of Modern Life on new ‘Doom Pop!’ album

September 3, 2026

Liverpool post-punk pioneers The Room present their third album 'Doom Pop!', released via 9x9 Records, as well as the video for the album focus track ‘The Room’. Inspired by the strange days in we are living through, ‘Doom Pop!’ explores the rise of authoritarianism, disinformation, war and paranoia. But it equally draws inspiration from science fiction, horror, and cinematic liminal spaces.

Recorded and mixed at Ark Studios in Liverpool, this album was co-produced by Dave Jackson and Steve Powell (Michael Head & the Red Elastic Band, Autour De Lucie, Echo & The Bunnymen).

"We aimed at shorter, sharper, more pop-oriented songs than on our previous album 'The Telling', which was a continuous story told in eleven songs without repetition or distinct choruses. The ‘pop’ element mainly harks back to the roots of our music, updating our original spiky, post-punk independent sound with Ethan Kyme’s keyboard stylings. Lyrically, it is a response to the current climate of emerging fascism and paranoia that increasingly colonizes all media," says Dave Jackson.

"While the songs ‘Drones’, ‘Drill, Baby, Drill’, ‘Continent of Lies’ and ‘Doom Patrol’concern the paranoia and destruction emanating from worldwide warmongers and oligarchs, other songs are influenced by a love of science fiction, horror and liminal spaces. ‘The Room’ is about the film 'Stalker' and a man who guides ‘tourists’ through a Zone corrupted by alien technology. ‘Temptation Harbour’ references three films by the late director Bela Tarr.

Earlier, the band shared the lead track 'Drill, Baby, Drill!' and 'Things Have Learnt to Walk that Ought to Crawl', an adrenaline-fueled blast of melodic post-punk driven by jangling guitars, relentless momentum, and distinctive drumming. In re-envisioning their 1982 cult classic, The Room revisits their roots, exploring themes that remain topical today, proving the enduring power of this music,

'Doom Pop!' is The Room's third album with 9x9 Records, preceded by 'Restless Fate' (2023) and 'The Telling'(2024). This a collection of eleven hook-driven post-punk songs confronts the anxieties of modern life, balancing political urgency with imagination and nostalgia.

"'Things Have Learnt to Walk that Ought to Crawl' is a the only older song re-envisioned for this album, and one of only three 1980s songs by The Room to survive in our live set. We decided to re-record and release it as it fits neatly into our new repertoire with its exhilarating jangly forward thrust, and also highlights Clive Thomas’ unique drumming," says Dave Jackson.

‘No One Comes Here From The Town’ is a response to Shirley Jackson’s 'The Haunting Of Hill House', and ‘Trespassing’ attempts to sum up Dave Jackson’s unproduced science fiction screenplay 'Trespassing' in a 3-minute pop song, tangentially influenced by Dave Bowie’s ‘Drive In Saturday’.

In a lighter, nostalgic vein, ‘Magic Games’ tells the story of a child in his grandmother’s parlour in the early 1960s, while ‘Stories’ is about an inspirational oral storyteller who once said, “Stories told thrice become our possessions”.

Favourites of John Peel, The Room was formed by singer Dave Jackson and bassist Becky Stringer in 1979, during the golden years of northern English post-punk. Reforming in 2022 after disbanding in 1985, they are now joined by guitarist Darren Brown, keyboardist Ethan Kyme, and original drummer Clive Thomas. They have since performed at Shiiine On festival and Preston Pop Fest, and have toured or played with The Red Guitars, Blue Orchids, Trupa Trupa, and Estonia with Shelton San.

The Room recorded four John Peel sessions, appeared on The Whistle Test and worked with Television's Tom Verlaine and John Porter (Roxy Music, TheSmiths, Billy Bragg) on their 'In Evil Hour' LP (1984), aside from releasing three other albums ('Bitter Reaction' in 1980, 'Indoor Fireworks' in 1982 and 'Clear!' in 1983. Recordings from Janice Long's BBC Radio One programme and Saturday Live were used for the 1985 release 'Jackpot Jack' EP.

The Room toured the UK and the USA, and performed with The Fall, The Birthday Party, Bauhaus, Southern Death Cult, Violent Femmes, Tom Verlaine, John Foxx and The Red Guitars. Following the band's split, Becky and Dave went on to form Benny Profane, Dust and Dead Cowboys. Dave has also recorded under his own name and as The Room in the Wood (with Paul Cavanagh).

As of September 4th, the 'Doom Pop!' album is out on CD and limited edition mixed eco-vinyl with both physical formats available in North America via Darla Records. It is also available digitally, including on Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp.

CREDITS
Lyrics by Dave Jackson
Music written by The Room
Dave Jackson – vocals
Becky Stringer – bass
Darren Brown – guitar
Ethan Kyme – keyboards (and Theremin on Track 1)
Clive Thomas – drums on all songs (except 8 & 10) and backing vocals on Track 3
Tom McCabe – drums on Tracks 8 & 10
Helena Jacks – backing vocals on Track 7
Recorded & Mixed by Steve Powell at Ark Recording Studios, Liverpool
Produced by Dave Jackson and Steve Powell

Mastered by Pete Maher

Finnish Modern Metal Outfit BLIND CHANNEL Shares New Single "Stars We See" + Official Music Video

September 3, 2026

Today, Finnish modern metal outfit BLIND CHANNEL serves up the next musical glimpse of their upcoming studio album, ‘Painstream,’ with their mesmerizing new single “Stars We See,” which transforms an existential crisis into a powerful message of hope, reminding humanity that life’s fleeting nature is what makes it meaningful.

“Stars We See” arrives with a captivating music video made by Riivata Visuals.

The band comments:

“We’re incredibly relieved and grateful to have our band back, and absolutely blown away by the response to the first new releases. 'Stars We See' is a sneak peek at the new soundscapes and themes we discovered during our break, and it represents the more hopeful side of the upcoming album. This track will undoubtedly make its way into the setlist of the'Painstream Tour,' kicking off in November. We strongly recommend experiencing this new chapter live. Get your tickets, and we’ll see you out there!”

Watch the Official Video for "Stars We See" Below:

‘Painstream’ is BLIND CHANNEL’s sixth studio album, which will be out via Century Mediaon October 30th. The 12 new powerful tracks lead through the pain of growth, sharp self-reflection, and explosive energy.

On 'Painstream,' the band comments:

“In a world filled with uncertainty, conflict, and division, pain is one thing all humans share. Rather than separating us, 'Painstream' explores the idea that pain can unite us, reminding us of our common humanity. We examine pain from personal, societal, and existential perspectives, while also uncovering something unexpected: hope.”

Pre-Order 'Painstream' HERE

In addition to the new single, tickets for BLIND CHANNEL’s extensive ‘Painstream’ European headlining tour in early 2027 are now on sale. Purchase your tickets HERE.

BLIND CHANNEL Live:

11/14 - Helsinki, Finland @ Helsinki Ice Hall

11/18 - Tokyo, Japan @ Shibuya Club Quattro

11/19 - Osaka, Japan @ Umeda Club Quattro

02/09 - Hamburg, Germany @ Markthalle

02/10 - Berlin, Germany @ Columbia Theater

02/11 - Warsaw, Poland @ Proxima

02/12 - Krakow, Poland @ Kwadrat

02/13 - Prague, Czech Republic @ Rock Cafe

02/14 - Leipzig, Germany @ Felsenkeller

02/16 - Munich, Germany @ Backstage Werk

02/17 - Vienna, Austria @ Simm City

02/18 - Milan, Italy @ Magazzini Generale

02/19 - Zurich, Switzerland @ Dynamo

02/20 - Stuttgart, Germany @ Im Wizemann

02/21 - Frankfurt, Germany @ Batschkapp

02/23 - Paris, France @ La Maroquinerie

02/25 - Bristol, England @ Thekla

02/26 - Wolverhampton, England @ KK's Steelmill

02/27 - Nottingham, England @ Rescue Rooms

02/28 - Glasgow, England @ Garage

03/02 - Manchester, England @ Club Academy

03/03 - London, England @ Underworld

03/05 - Antwerp, Belgium @ Zappa

03/06 - Amsterdam, Netherlands @ Melkweg

03/07 - Bochum, Germany @ Zeche

03/08 - Cologne, Germany @Live Music Hall

BLIND CHANNEL are:

Niko Vilhelm Moilanen – Vocals

Joonas Porko – Guitar

Olli Matela – Bass

Tommi Lalli – Drums

Aleksi Kaunisvesi – Synths

LUTHER Share "Five of Cups" Video

September 3, 2026

September holds plenty in store for LUTHER: Coinciding with their live appearances at Reeperbahn Festival (for the "Spotlight on: Heavy Reeperbahn"/MoreCore.de showcase), Envol et Macadam Festival in Québec, Canada (alongside Hatebreed and Despised Icon), and Local Core Festival in Hamburg, the Berlin group presents the brand new single "Five of Cups."

Watch the video below:

"The lyrics tell the true story of a trip to Naples, where a vacation turns into an unexpected journey through mystical and folkloric experiences, including a prophetic tarot reading and a series of appearances of occult signs. These forced encounters trigger a harsh but inescapable revelation: Sometimes in life, no one is ever completely on your side, and many of those around you may only be there to pick at the remains," explains singer Leo Luther.

The track showcases a new facet of LUTHER's sound. Whereas the last single drew heavily from nu-metal and deathcore influences, "Five of Cups" explores progressive post-hardcore and melodic alternative metal — with a hint of emo. This sonic spectrum appeals to fans of bands such as Loathe, Knocked Loose, Poppy, Korn, Kim Dracula, and The Mars Volta.

Production, mix, and mastering were handled by Enrico Tiberi, current lead vocalist of The Ocean Collective.

LUTHER LIVE:
9/5 — Hamburg, DE — Local Core Festival
9/10–9/12 — Quebec City, QC — Envol et Macadam Festival (headlined by Bad Religion and Hatebreed)
9/18 — Hamburg, DE — Reeperbahn Festival
10/26— Berlin, DE — Female Fronted Is Not a Genre Festival

SLASH'S MUSIC OF UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD – HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS RETURNS ON TWO NEW LIMITED-EDITION VINYL COLORS

September 3, 2026

Just in time for Halloween, legendary GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Slash is bringing back his acclaimed Music Of Universal Studios Hollywood – Halloween Horror Nights collections with two brand-new limited-edition vinyl variants through Snakepit Records LLC and Deko Entertainment.

Following multiple sellouts in previous years, Music Of Universal Studios Hollywood – Halloween Horror Nights Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 return as exclusive vinyl-only releases featuring 21 original compositions written and recorded by Slash for the world-famous haunted attractions at Universal Studios Hollywood's annual Halloween Horror Nights event.

For the past eight years, Slash has served as the musical architect behind many of Halloween Horror Nights' most memorable haunted house experiences, creating immersive scores that enhance the atmosphere, suspense, and terror encountered by millions of guests each season. His compositions have become an integral part of the event, blending cinematic storytelling with his signature musical style to create unforgettable sonic landscapes.

Among the featured material is Slash's score for 2024's Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines, which spotlighted an all-female gathering of iconic Universal Monsters including The Bride Of Frankenstein, Dracula's Daughter, She-Wolf Of London, and the ancient Egyptian princess Anck-Su-Namun. Also represented is music from 2025's Scarecrow: Music By Slash, a haunting tale of nature's revenge where sinister scarecrows become agents of destruction against those who have wronged the land.

Approaching each haunted attraction much like a film composer approaches a motion picture, Slash crafts music scene by scene, building tension and atmosphere while guiding listeners through every terrifying twist and turn. The result is a collection of compositions that stand on their own as compelling instrumental works while perfectly capturing the spirit of Halloween Horror Nights.

Both albums are presented in deluxe gatefold packaging and are strictly limited to just 300 copies each. Vol. 1 is available on exclusive "Swamp Thing" Colored Vinyl, while Vol. 2 arrives on "Yellow Smoke" Colored Vinyl.

Whether experienced as a companion to the attractions or as the soundtrack to Halloween night, these limited-edition releases offer fans a unique opportunity to own a piece of the Halloween Horror Nights legacy created by one of rock's most celebrated guitarists.

Music Of Universal Studios Hollywood – Halloween Horror Nights Vol. 1 and Vol. 2are available exclusively through Deko Entertainment.

For more information and to order, visit:https://www.dekoentertainment.com/slash

Slash also returns to Halloween Horror Nights this year to contribute to the original house “KILLceañera: Music by SLASH”.

Tickets available here: www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com/Halloween

SLEEP HEMPISPHERES OUT DIGITALLY TODAY

September 3, 2026

Sleep's Hempispheres is out digitally now and physically on October 30 via Third Man Records.

LISTEN & PREORDER "HEMPISPHERES" ON LP OR CD

Pennsylvania's Robin Ross & Carmine Gontz run deep with haunting new single 'Blood Lines'

September 3, 2026

Some family ties run deeper than blood—and some songs make those connections impossible to ignore. Pennsylvania’s Robin Ross and vocalist Carmine Gontz tap into that haunting, timeless space on 'Blood Lines', a sweeping rock anthem where melodic guitars, rich harmonies, and an emotionally charged performance explore the bonds, memories, and legacies that bind generations together.

Written and performed by Robin Ross with Jack's Maze, 'Blood Lines' is powered by Bill Snyder on guitar, Scott Cowan on melodic guitar, Frank Cinquegrana on drums and Joe Torres on bass.

Released via Pennsylvania indie imprint RPM Entertainment, this single was recorded at Baa Baa Leaf Music Studio in Milford, Pennsylvania, where Ross produced and mixed it, working alongside famed master engineer Jonathan Duckett (Phillip Glass, Kenny G, David Sanborn).

Carmine Gontz is a rock artist known for his cinematic blend of gothic atmosphere, classic hard rock, and theatrical energy. The recipient of the Central Pennsylvania Music Award (CPMA) for Best Youth Artist, Carmine debuted with 'Planet 25', produced by Dan Malsch (Ghost, Motionless in White, Bowling for Soup). His new single 'Lost In Space' was produced by Matt Starr (Ace Frehely, Mr. Big) and features bass legend Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake) and drummer Mike Dupke (W.A.S.P., Dee Snider, Johh Mellencamp). Establishing himself as a rising voice in modern hard rock, Carmine is currently working on his debut album.

"Bloodlines survive through the years like sand in an hourglass. A new baby is born and a grandparent moves up in the sky. Everyday life moves on and the bloodline continues," says Robin Ross. "Life takes and gives the love of our heart as time passes. One day leads into the next and bloodlines find the root of humanity. Love life but do what one must do to survive throughout the bloodlines of generations."

Emerging from the New Jersey and New York music scenes in 1988, Robin Ross has grown into a central figure in the creative pulse of Milford, PA. A multi-faceted musician, songwriter, and producer for over thirty years, he has released numerous albums while designing and developing several recording spaces, including Triple R Studios and Sound Complex near NYC. He has since grown his current hub, Baa Baa Leaf Music into a creative sanctuary and production house.

In the early ’90s, Ross co-founded Laughing Jack (later renamed Jack’s Maze), praised for a progressive rock style echoing the grandeur of Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin. After years of an energy engineer career, 2021 marked a return to form, building Baa Baa Leaf Music from the ground up and reuniting with bandmates Frank Cinquegrana, Scott Cowan, and Joe Torres to record new material for the new album, titled 'Once in a Blue Moon', anticipated in autumn.

Just recently, Robin Ross & The Melodynes released the single "All I Want (Is A Lover)", a sun-drenched flower power pop tune, which was featured in the star-studded Apple TV+ and Peacock original series "Margo’s Got Money Troubles", starring Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, Nick Offerman and Nicole Kidma. The soundtrack includes artists such as Dire Straits, Billy Idol, Madonna, Shania Twain and Reba McEntire.

Earlier this year, they also released their second album 'Mind Space', showcasing their own blend of indie and classic rock sounds, involving Wharton Tiers, JoEllen Gaetani, Katlyn Albrecht, Emery Rhodes, Tony Anniello, Joe Torres, TW Howell and Nancy Isola. In 2025, Ross' other project Robin Ross & The TW Howlers also released their 'Back To The Forest' EP.

As of August 11, 'Blood Lines' is available on digital platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon and Ban dcamp.

Green Carnation Premiere A Dark Poem, Part III: The Messiah Complex

September 3, 2026

Over the past three decades, Green Carnation have never shied away from making grand and gloomy statements. The Norwegian prog bards reached crushing new peaks and delved into the deepest, darkest and most personal depths of the band’s storied career during the first two chapters of A Dark Poem. Now, they are putting an exclamation point on their critically-acclaimed album trilogy with its bold and uncompromising conclusion, A Dark Poem, Part III:The Messiah Complex.

A Dark Poem, Part III: The Messiah Complex comes out tomorrow, Friday, September 4 on Season of Mist, but you can hear the entire album - including its epic orchestral finale - today by listening to the full album stream below.

“A Dark Poem is by far our biggest achievement since Light of Day, Day of Darkness”, Green Carnation vocalist Kjetil Nordhus. “Our new album trilogy returns to the epic storytelling that put us on the map back in 2001. While the reception to Part I and Part II has been overwhelmingly positive for us, we do believe that Part III saves the best for last”.

“The intention behind A Dark Poem was to build a completely new musical universe”, Green Carnation bassist and primary lyricist Stein Roger Sordal says. “While the direction revealed itself as the creative journey unfolded, The Messiah Complex was carefully planned with a clear vision for where we wanted the story to end. Our goal was for all three parts to stand on their own, but Part III brings them all together into a unified whole”.

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Catch Green Carnation during their upcoming hometown shows and European summer festival dates.

During their headlining show in September at the Kilden Performing Arts Centre, the band will perform A Dark Poem in its entirety for the first and final time. Already, fans from 18 different countries have purchased tickets for this once-in-a-lifetime event.

Green Carnation 2026 + 2027 Show Dates

September 12 - Kristiansand, Norway @ Kilden Performing Arts Centre [TICKETS]#

September 25 - Bucuresti, Romania @ Bucharest Prog Day II [TICKETS]

September 26 - Barcelona, Spain @ Be Prog! My Friend [TICKETS]

May 1, 2027 - Kopervik, Norway @ Karmøygeddon [TICKETS]

June 11, 2027 - Technikum, Munich @ Prog Metal Mania [TICKETS]

#Performing A Dark Poem, Part I-III

With A Dark Poem, Part III: The Messiah Complex, Green Carnation finish a masterpiece that stands alongside Light of Day, Day of Darkness as the defining statement of their storied career.

Recording lineup
Kjetil Nordhus - Vocals
Stein Roger Sordal - Bass, Rhythm Guitars, Lead Guitars, Keyboards
Bjørn Harstad - Lead Guitars, Effects
Endre Kirkesola - Keyboards, Synthesizers, Organs, Effects
Jonathan Alejandro Perez - Drums

Guest musicians
Ingrid Ose - Flute on “Broken Souls, Common Enemies”

Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra and Opera Choir on “A Dark Poem - Orchestral Suite”

Live lineup
Kjetil Nordhus - Vocals
Stein Roger Sordal - Bass
Tchort - Guitars
Bjørn Harstad - Guitars
Trond Breen - Guitars
Endre Kirkesola - Keyboards

Recording & Mixing Studio
dUb Studio

Mastering Studio

Rorysound Studios

Production Credits
Producers - Endre Kirkesola, Stein Roger Sordal, Kjetil Nordhus
Mixing & Sound Engineer - Endre Kirkesola

Mixing Assistant — Bjørn Harstad

Mastering Engineer — Lawrence Mackrory

Credits for “A Dark Poem - Orchestral Suite”

Recorded at Kilden Performing Arts Centre in Kristiansand, Norway

Performed by the Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra and Kristiansand Opera Choir

Symphone Orchestra Conductor - Alexander Hanson

Choir Preparation and Conductor - Anne Haugland Balsnes

Mixing & Sound Engineer - Simen Endresen Hefte

Mastering Studio - Rorysound Studios

Mastering Engineer - Lawrence Mackrory

Cover artist
Niklas Sundin

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