Rokets Announce New Album!

December 9, 2022

Helsinki Wrecking Crew

Rokets

Launch Second Studio Album

'Break Free'!

'Break Free' is the sophomore studio album by Finland’s Rokets.

Following the release of their 2020 debut full length 'Fast Time', the Helsinki based 5 piece returns with 9 new cuts of high octane rock'n'roll. Mixed by Robert Pehrsson, 'Break Free' is packed with super-catchy garage rock featuring piercing melodies, blazing electric guitars, and tight, pounding rhythms. All topped with lead singer Sami’s characteristic, vibrant vocals.

'Break Free' is released on The Sign Records and is available today on transparent orange vinyl, black/orange splatter vinyl, CD, and all streaming platforms.

Stream 'Break Free' HERE

Rokets comment:

"'Break Free' is the second full length attack by us; the Finnish rockers Rokets. Manned with new troops and more hooks, our wrecking crew is now ready to bring rock'n'roll back from the dead. We did a lot of songs in the beginning of the album writing process and then started cutting them down to a maximum of ten good ones. The songs you hear on the album are the ones we really love and adore, no fillers here! These nine slashing tracks of pure electric energy will make you bang your head while turning your sound-system into ashes. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"The recording of the album started in the summer of 2021. After a couple of detours we got lucky enough to record most of the album at Finnvox Studios in Helsinki. Soon after vocals were recorded in Herttoniemi at our rehearsal studio in early 2022. Our lead guitarist Sakke handled the recording of the album while Robert Pehrsson (Robert Pehrsson’s Humbucker, Black Breath, Dundertåget, etc.) mixed it at Studio Humbucker. It was then mastered by Hans Olsson Brookes at Svenska Grammofonstudion in April 2022."

Get the Album HERE

Rokets, formed in 2017, is a rocking and a rolling band from Helsinki, Finland. They have earned a reputation of a ferocious and electric live act through their constant gigging around Finland and the Baltic states.

The band’s first EP 'Speed & Sound' has been sold out for quite some time and their debut album 'Fast Times' has gained a lot of attention and positive feedback around Europe and America. Now, set to release their second album 'Break Free', Rokets are ready to make their presence be known with their high energy rock'n'roll.

Besides setting stages on fire venue after another, the five members of Rokets have left a mark in the underground music scene of Finland by being a part of bands such as Black Lizard, Tryer, Velvets, Green King, United Seafood, Rusty Triggers and Slippers.

ROKETS are:

Sami Mustonen – lead vocals

Sakke Vänttinen – electric guitar, backing vocals

Elias Laurila – electric guitar, backing vocals

Lauri Lyytinen – bass guitar

Otto Bigler – drums

Grande Royale Release New Single

December 9, 2022

Swedish Rock 'n' Rollers

Grande Royale

Return with New Single

"Tell Me"

Listen HERE

To Release Sixth Studio Album in March, 2023

Sweden’s Grande Royale returns with the digital single "Tell Me". Mixed by Robert Pehrsson (Death Breath, Dundertåget, Imperial State Electric, to name a few), ”Tell Me” is the first taste of the Scandinavian garage rock outfit’s upcoming, sixth studio album 'Welcome to Grime Town'.

Picking up where Grande Royale’s latest album 'Carry On' from 2021 left off, the new material showcases what the four-piece does best; straight forward, melodic, and explosive rock music.

Grande Royale on the new single "Tell Me":

"Johan Häll (drums) had a hard time recording his part. He spent three days in the studio trying to make the track swing. When he thought he finally had nailed it, he sent the track to our guitarist/singer Gustav Wremer. Gustav wasn't pleased with the way Johan had played on the track and actually deleted his recording. The two of them had a heated discussion with almost fists being thrown at each other. Johan was furious and went back in the drum recording room and actually played it one last time, totally smashing the kit. And that’s the version that eventually was used.

Grande Royale’s upcoming album 'Welcome to Grime Town' will be released on The Sign Records in March, 2023. The single "Tell Me" is out now on all streaming platforms.

Grande Royale is a rock'n'roll band who find their roots in the early 70’s rock scene of Detroit and the 90’s rock scene in Scandinavia, mixed up with some vintage pop. The music is straight forward rock'n'roll packed with electric guitars, melodic vocals, and thundering bass lines. Grande Royale is wild and savage rock for a new generation!

Grande Royale’s sixth album 'Welcome to Grime Town' will be released in 2023 on The Sign Records. The album is the first Grande Royale recording featuring new member Calle Rydberg, replacing Andreas Jenå on guitars and vocals. The 12 electrifying tracks on 'Welcome to Grime Town' were mixed by Robert Pehrsson (Robert Pehrsson Humbucker).

The band's fifth studio album 'Carry On' was self-produced and released in 2021. The track "Just as bad as you" feature Dregen on guest vocals. The album has a rawer approach than Grande Royale's previous releases, with more electric guitars and an honest and direct feeling all over it. As with 'Welcome to Grime Town', 'Carry On' was mixed by Robert Pehrsson.

In 2019 the band's fourth album ’Take It Easy’ was released. The album was produced by Ola Ersfjord, and holds a more southern rock approach than the previous albums. The album holds more soul and has larger arrangements, using instruments like horns to create a big sound. The band toured a lot on the album and did gigs in Spain, Sweden, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, and most parts of Europe.

In the summer of 2016, Grande Royale started to work on their third album in the Honk Palace with Nicke Andersson (Imperial State Electric, The Hellacopters, Entombed) as the engineer and producer. The album got the title ‘Breaking News’, and was the first album the band released on The Sign Records and was released in August 2017. After the album release, the band went on a tour all over Europe. During the tour, the band recorded their live album ‘Captured Live’, released in 2018.

During the band's first year, Grande Royale recorded and released their debut album titled ‘Cygne Noir’ (2014), and the second album was released in 2015 with the title ‘No Fuss – A piece by resolute men’. At this stage, the band recorded all of their material by themselves, and also released the albums on their own. These records made it possible for the band to go out and play live shows all over Sweden, as well as in the U.K and Southern Europe. With energetic live shows, and tight performances Grande Royaleraised the roof off the venues.

Grande Royale is

Johan Häll - Drums and Vocals

Samuel Georgsson - Bass and Vocals

Calle Rydberg - Guitar and Vocals

Gustav Wremer - Guitar and Vocals

Märvel to Release 'Double Decade' Vinyl Compilation

December 3, 2022

New Single "Turn the Page" Out Now!

Stream "Turn the Page" HERE

After releasing their 9th studio album 'Graces Came with Malice' in April 2022, followed by organizing their own two day festival Märvelfest and heading on a tour in Spain, the Swedish power trio Märvel continues the celebration of their 20 year anniversary.

In the beginning of 2023, the group will be releasing the double vinyl compilation 'Double Decade'. Packed with Märvel’s patented take on high-octane and super-catchy rock’n’roll, the double vinyl contains Märvel's greatest hits remastered and previously impossible to get B-sides and rare tracks, as well as two brand new, previously unreleased tracks.

Today, the first of these brand new tracks, "Turn the Page", is released as a digital single.

Märvel on "Turn the Page":

”This song was inspired by the way Sweden’s king Carl XVI Gustav handled his affair of infidelity in the Stockholm archipelago by stating that he and the queen would simply turn the page. You don’t have to be a monarch to see the value of being able to move in life without bitterness and remorse. Instead of clinging on to old injustices, ask for forgiveness and a hug and get on with your life. Because life is too short to hold grudges.

Turn the page was recorded at Solskensfabriken while we were working on the album 'Graces Came With Malice'. We loved the songs from the start but it didn’t fit the album. Now it will get its revenge and a moment to shine.”

The double vinyl 'Double Decade' will be available in two different sets of colors, one containing 2x transparent clear vinyl, and the other containing one transparent orange and one transparent purple vinyl.

Both versions come in a luxurious gatefold with an exclusive booklet. 'Double Decade' will be released on The Sign Records on February 24, 2023.

Order 'Double Decade' HERE

Biography:

Märvel was formed in 2002 when John Steen (The King), Ulrik Bostedt (Speedo) and Tony Samuelsson (The Vicar) spent a high school exchange year in Colorado, USA. Ditching classes, drinking beer and playing rock n roll in the garage gave the world 'Marvellous', their first EP. The band got airtime on several college radio stations before they left the USA and returned to Sweden with lousy grades, but high spirits. Two other vinyl EP’s ('Heroine Tracks' & 'Bedlam at the Embassy') were released the following years through Swedish indie labels.

Between 2003 and 2011, the band started honing their skills and image by playing live and recording three albums. Constant touring and airplay during the period helped the band to build a very loyal fanbase in Europe.

With the release of their third full length album 'Warhawks of War', Märvel went through some changes. The earlier superhero gimmick was abandoned in favor of new and more iconic personas, The King, The Vicar and Speedo. A second live bass player, The Aviator, was also added to the line up. The band fully stepped into the new characters by also adopting them live on stage. 'Warhawks of War' was released in 2011 and marked a big step forward for the band in terms of sound and strong material. It also featured the guest stars Strings (Dundertåget, Hellacopters) and Dregen (Backyard Babies, Hellacopters, Michael Monroe).

In 2012, Speedo (Ulrik Bostedt) was replaced by Burgher (Ulrik Bostedt). Filled with youthful raw energy, and with a unique style, Burgher helped catapult the band even further while touring Germany, France and Spain to promote the Warhawks album.

After touring with Dregen in 2013, the band returned to the studio to record 'Hadal Zone Express'. The album was released 28th of March 2014 to a never ending stream of praise. In the fall, the band recorded a mini album, with Fred Estby,'The Hills Have Eyes'. The title track along with a cover of W.A.S.P’s "L.O.V.E. Machine" made a big fuzz and got frequent air time.

In 2017, the band partnered with The Sign Records, and the first release was the seventh album 'at the Sunshine Factory', the first Märvel album to be recorded fully by themselves in their own newly established studio, Solskensfabriken. The second release was a cheeky cover album, 'Guilty Pleasures', featuring songs from a wide spectrum of artists such as Dire Straits, Agnetha Fältskog, REO Speedwagon and Monster Magnet.

In September of last year the first single ("Slasher With A Broken Heart") from the new album 'Graces Came With Malice' was released, followed by two more singles (“One Common Enemy” and “Lizard's Tongue”) before the busy celebration year arrived. In early 2022 Märvel released another two singles (“Sound Of Life Slipping Away” and "Great Man") before the album release in April. In connection with the album release, another track ("Hot Nite In Dallas") was released with an accompanying music video produced by Max Ljungberg. The song is a cover of Moon Martin and premiered in the american magazine Metal Injection and was featured on UK´s Classic Rock Magazine / Louder‘s “Tracks of the Week”.

The album 'Graces Came With Malice' was released to critical acclaim and scored high reviews in Germany's biggest online magazine Rock Hard, England's "Classic Rock magazine" and many more across the globe.

In August Märvel held their own two day festival (Märvelfest) in Linköping Sweden where they invited new and old friends like The Pusjkins, Freedom, Omni Of Halos, Knifven, Dictator Ship, Hedda Hatar, Lykantropi and Reptile Tounge to celebrate this milestone - 20 years as a band!

In November Märvel flew to Spain for their first headline tour in the country since the 2011 tour in support of the album 'Warhawks of War'. They toured in the cities of Barcelona, Lleida, Zaragoza, Toledo and Madrid. “We got a fantastic reception from the spanish Märvel Army and the crowd rocked like there was no tomorrow. Be sure it won't be another 11 years before we rock 'n' roll Spain again!”

What else do we have to look forward to in 2023? The Spanish online magazine Rock N Roll Army will launch a series of articles covering the entire career of Märvel with exclusive interviews with the members about nostalgia, memories, music and lots of candid stuff for the Märvel Army fans around the world.

The upcoming double album 'Double Decade' will crown the celebration of the 20th anniversary. The album contains two brand new songs, Märvel's greatest hits remastered and previously impossible to get B-sides and rare tracks. Both the two new songs will be accompanied by music videos. The first single is released today along with the pre-order of the album and the second single will be released in January, 2023, one month before the album release on February 24th.

So you want more eh!? It remains to be seen what 2023 has to offer but one thing is clear, you can count on a band more eager than ever to meet all their fans around the world. Make sure to catch them on the road when you get the chance!

The Riven Launch Second Studio Album, 'Peace and Conflict'

November 25, 2022

Stream the Album HERE

Classic rock meets heavy metal on 'Peace and Conflict', the second studio album by Swedish five piece The Riven.

Since the release of their debut, self-titled album from 2019, the group has recruited a second guitarist, enabling more dynamic twin guitar arrangements and colorful melodic elements enriching the new tracks. This, combined with a powerful vocal performance and a tightly pounding rhythm section, results in a full-blown rock explosion divided into 9 new tracks.

With a growing number of gigs, tours and festival appearances on their resume, 'Peace and Conflict' shows an ever evolving The Riven, still with a sound firmly rooted in NWOBHM- powered hard rock. Lyrically tackling subjects such as life, death, freedom, love, and hate while moving between fast paced heavy metal numbers to laid back acoustic cuts, 'Peace and Conflict' offers a varied and vibrant rock experience.

“'Peace & Conflict' is full of catchy rock tunes and psychedelic vibes. It’s only half as long as a Stranger Things episode, so make sure you give it a spin and find out who dies at the end.” - The Riven

'Peace and Conflict' was recorded at La Cavana Studios by Arnau Díaz.

The album was mixed and mastered by Ola Ersfjord.

Artwork made by Maarten Donders.

'Peace and Conflict' is released on The Sign Records and is available in: purple vinyl, orange vinyl, black vinyl, CD (digipack) and on all streaming platforms.

Order 'Peace and Conflict' HERE

Biography:

Hard hitting, sharp shooting power rock influenced by the great sounds of the 1970s and 80s. The Riven plays honest Rock & Roll that makes you wanna shake your fist and bang your head. Their music and lyrics will take you on a sonic journey.

“The Riven is an electrifying powerhouse, Classic Rock for the 21st Century"

The Riven are currently in the line of releasing their second full length studio album 'Peace and Conflict'. The album consists of eight hard hitting tracks that will be available on Vinyl, CD and digital platforms. New on this album, is the guitarist Joakim Sandegård who together with Arnau Diaz create a twin guitar sound, new to The Riven. Also on this album is Jussi Kalla behind the drums who made his debut with the band with the 12inch "Windbreaker / Movin On" released in May of 2020

“Make no mistake this band is going to blow up in stratospheric proportions” -The Sludgelord

The Riven recorded their nine track, self-titled debut album in Madrid, Spain with Producer Ola Ersfjord (Lucifer, Tribulation, Dead Lord) at Holy Cuervo Studios. It was later released on the first of March 2019 on The Sign Records with a worldwide distribution.

“Glowingly performed and with a clear direction towards future great deeds. You can’t ask for more from this fully-fledged debut album” - Sweden Rock Magazine.

The self-titled album 'The Riven' received great reviews and in the autumn of 2019 the album got a South American release through the Brazilian label Hellion Records. The first album developed the band’s sound from their EP 'Blackbird' and gave space to a more progressive and psychedelic side.

In 2019, The Riven embarked on extensive tours, taking them all over Europe in three separate head-line tours around France, Germany, Spain, Switzerland and Sweden, playing festivals like Muskelrock, Hellgart, Live at Heart and Skövde in Rock.

In the summer of 2021, The Riven went to a cottage in the south of Sweden, recording their second full-length album. The anticipated sophomore album balances perfectly straight, sharpshooting heavy rock with big choruses with psychedelic moments. 'Peace and Conflict' offers twin guitars, roaring vocals and a locked-in rhythm section waiting to take you away.

“Now this is Classic Rock for our time” - Doomed & Stoned

Today, the band consists of singer Totta Ekebergh, guitarists Arnau Diaz and Joakim Sandegård, bass player Max Ternebring and drummer Jussi Kalla. The Riven was formed in 2016 when they were living in West London, where they also recorded their EP ‘Blackbird’ at Buffalo Studios.

“The five tracks on 'Blackbird' are short, snappy, and more catchy than airborne Ebola”. - AMG

Lucifer Star Machine Launch New Single & Music Video "I Wanted Everything”

November 20, 2022

STREAM "I Wanted Everything" HERE

"I Wanted Everything" is the second single leading up to Lucifer Star Machine’s fifth studio album 'Satanic Age'. A melodic punk rock track featuring raw guitars and big hooks, "I Wanted Everything" is released together with a music video premiered by Vive Le Rock.

The band on "I Wanted Everything":

"The day will come when you look into the mirror and ask yourself: 'did I live my life to the fullest?'. Life is too short to let it spiral into an endless circle of routine. Live every day as it would be your last, because you owe it to yourself."

"I Wanted Everything" is out now on all streaming platforms. Lucifer Star Machine’s upcoming album 'Satanic Age' will be released on The Sign Records on April 14, 2023.

Watch the Video

Biography

Lucifer Star Machine play fired-up Rock'n'Roll influenced by Punk and Hard Rock.

Their high energy live shows cement their reputation as a true in-your-face Hardcore Rock 'n' Roll act. It is the segueing of this wanton brutality, with their sense for heartfelt and catchy melodies, that makes them truly stand out.

The 5-piece was founded in London, UK in 2002 and has since toured several times across Europe, sharing stages with acts like Peter Pan Speedrock, Nashville Pussy and Demented Are Go.

In 2019 the band hit the stage at Wacken Open Air, one of the world's biggest Heavy Metal festivals, where the bill included Slayer, Body Count and Airbourne amongst others.

Lucifer Star Machine's first single, "Death Baby", came out in 2004 and was produced by Punk Rock legend Rat Scabies of The Damned. After two album releases on various indies, they signed with German label I Sold My Soul Media in 2013, who released their critically acclaimed third full length 'Rock'n'Roll Martyrs'. The record was lauded for its authenticity and its snotty and unadorned approach.

In 2012 founder and band leader Tor Abyss moved back to his home country of Germany, whilst the rest of the band remained in England. Over time the logistics proved to be too difficult, so he decided to give the band a fresh start.

Thus, since Autumn 2014, Lucifer Star Machine is now based in Germany, with band members being located in Hamburg, Brunswick, Hanover, Fulda and Ede (NL).

Since their reformation the group has released 2 singles and an EP, which were accompanied by three videos.

The band has signed a record deal with Swedish label The Sign Records, who released the group’s fourth album 'The Devil’s Breath' worldwide on April 3, 2020.

During the pandemic, Lucifer Star Machine has written and recorded a new full-length record, which is set to be released by The Sign Records in 2023.

Their new line-up boasts ex-Mad Sin axeman Mighty Ramon and drummer Captain Fettsau.

GET LUCIFIED!

Discography:

• 2004: Death Baby (7" Vinyl Single) Black Tongue Records (UK)

• 2005: Fire In Your Hole (Album: CD) Noisemaker Records (Germany)

• 2009: Street Value Zero (Album: CD/LP) Nicotine Records/Tornado Ride Records (Italy)

• 2013: Rock'n'Roll Martyrs (Album: CD/Digital) I Sold My Soul Media (Germany)

• 2015: Eat Dust (7" Vinyl Single) Wolverine Records (Germany)

• 2016: Your Love Remains (7" Vinyl Single) Selfdestructo Records (USA)

• 2016: Rock'n'Roll Martyrs + Bonus Tracks (Re-release/Digital only) Selfdestructo Records (USA)

• 2018: Evil Blood (Ltd. 8" Lathe Cut EP) Gods Candy Records (Canada)

• 2020: The Devil's Breath (Album: CD/LP/Deluxe LP/Digital) The Sign Records (Sweden)

Lucifer Star Machine are:

Tor Abyss (Throat)

Mickey Necro (Guitars)

Mighty Ramon (Guitars)

Benny Zin (Bass)

Captain Fettsau (Drums)

Dun Ringill Signs with The Sign Records & Release First Single ”Awakening”

November 14, 2022

Stream "Awakening" HERE

The Sign Records are happy to announce that Dun Ringill has joined the label for the release of their upcoming, double concept album 'Where the Old Gods Play Act 1 & 2'.

Formed in 2017 by current and former members of various groups including The Order of Israfel and Doomdogs, this Swedish six piece have developed their very own sound, where Nordic folk, doom and progressive metal meet mystical, storytelling lyrics.

Dun Ringill’s double concept album will be released as two separate albums during 2023 and 2024 respectively, and the first single "Awakening" is available on all streaming platforms November 11.

Dun Ringill on "Awakening":

"This opening song from our album starts off with the sound of the waves breaking against the shore with distant bagpipes being heard, before the heavy folky-doom takes the listener on a menacing dance between light and darkness. The bruised and scarred Lucia (the main character of this concept album), has just woken up on the seashore to start her unpredictable journey…

The storyline is set in 1904 on the Isle of Skye in Scotland where Lucia, with low self-esteem from her troubled past, meets a local church group which is led by a strong, charismatic and manipulative individual.

The music of the album carefully reflects the main story which unfolds. Behind the dramatic backdrop of the Scottish Highlands, we follow Lucia’s dark inner journey which will form her personality and mind, leading to her Awakening."

Dun Ringill biography:

Dun Ringill started in 2017 as a dark and doomy project with Nordic folk influences, creating music with big harmonies and presenting them with lyrics directly from the land of evil and darkness within the creative mind of bassist Winberg. This quickly evolved into becoming something much bigger and, before long, the unique musical recipe of Nordic folk, doom and progressive metal would be born.

When The Order of Israfel took a one-year break from September 2017, the rhythm section of that band, Patrik Andersson Winberg (Bass) and drummer Hans Lilja (also in Lotus) grabbed the chance to create new music again together with Patrik's old band mate from the Doomdogs era, Tomas Eriksson (Intoxicate and ex Grotesque).

To make this exciting project of Dun Ringill as great as possible, the band teamed up with Gothenburg's fella musicians, guitarists Tommy Stegemann (Silverhorse), Jens Florén(also in Lommi & ex- live guitarist for Dark Tranquillity) and Patric Grammann (SFT, Neon Leon).

In Autumn 2020, a line-up reshuffle was made with experienced drummer Neil Grantjoining the group after Hans Lilja left. This addition would prove to be influential in pushing their musically boundaries even further by not only adding a progressive oddity to the mix, but simultaneously delving even deeper into the folk and heavy doom and metal worlds which the band already use as their playground.

As a follow up their two highly acclaimed albums 'Welcome' and 'Library of Death' (with average reviews of over 8/10 for both albums), the band toured with acts like Church of Misery, Year of The Goat and Elder they also played festivals like Headbangers Open Air and Gloomy days to name just a few.

The release of their new album will be an adventurous double concept album, released as two single albums via The Sign Records, is based on a movie script written by Patrik Andersson Winberg (bassist and main songwriter in DR) and Jonas Granath (teacher in religion and literature). Contact has been made with movie producers who have shown great interest in the script thus far. More info to follow later this year. The story (based in Scotland in early 1900) centers around the manipulation of the church with a priest whose secret agenda only reveals itself at the end.

Dun Ringill are:

Thomas Eriksson – Vocals (Also in Intoxicate and Ex-Grotesque and Doomdogs)

Neil Grant – Drums (Ex- End of Level Boss and RAAR)

Patrik Andersson Winberg – Bass (Ex the Order of Israfel and Doomdogs)

Jens Florén – Guitar (Also in Lommi and ex live guitarist for Dark Tranquillity)

Tommy Stegemann – Guitar (Ex Silverhorse)

Patric Grammann - Guitar (Ex Southern Festival Train and Neon Leon)

Åskväder Returns with New Single & Music Video for "Cyclops”

November 14, 2022

STREAM "Cyclops" HERE

Åskväder returns with the single and music video "Cyclops". The single is the first new music from the Swedish group since their second studio album 'Fenix' was released in March earlier this year, and offers an energetic mixture of Scandinavian garage rock, catchy hooks and bluesy licks.

"Cyclops” is the first of two new tracks which Åskväder recorded during the second half of 2022. The single is released together with a music video made by Carl Stenlöv.

Åskväder on "Cyclops":

"Our idea was to create a fast-paced track with some great dynamics to it and of course also add our signum - hooks, groove and hooks. Our goal for the buildup of the song is that the listeners should be compelled, through the duration of this gem, to raise their fists in the air and start head banging. We are deeply troubled by the recent events in the world such as the ongoing war and injustices taking place and 'Cyclops' is our effort to express our thoughts. The lyrical content is of great importance to us and it kind of wrote itself as it is a storm of feelings channeled through our music. We are proud of the results and hope you'll enjoy the track - we enjoyed every part of creating it."

"Cyclops” is out now on all streaming platforms. The single is released on The Sign Records.

Electrifying Swedish rockers Åskväder makes thunder and lightning through music. Well balanced seasoning to the sound of the 90s Scandinavian rock scene, mixed up with smoking hot riffs drenched in bluesy licks and catchy refrains. Add to this, hammering drum and bass grooves, with a topping of elaborate vocal harmonies.

While capturing some of the influences from the legends of our time such as The Hellacopters and Turbonegro, Åskväder manages to stay in their own lane, creating their own style of rock for a new decade.

Åskväder is Swedish and translates to 'Thunderstorm'.

That says it all. No fuss, just straight Rock 'n' Roll.

Hailing from the west coast of Sweden, Åskväder released their debut EP 'Quick Fixes'in 2018. In 2020, the band joined forces with The Sign Records for the release of their debut, self-titled studio album.

In 2022, Åskväder returns with their second full-length effort, 'Fenix'. The new album takes the Åskväder sound heard on the debut album to a new level.

Mixed by Kalle Lilja & Per Stålberg (Welfare Sounds), who truly put an intense vibe to the album.

Åskväder was formed in 2018 and consists today of Kammo Olayvar with his lightning speed bass grooves, Tim Ferm on drumrolls, Albin Sörensson on lead vocals and Martin Gut bending guitar strings and singing harmonies.

Look out for Åskväder!

Rokets Release "Break Free", Final Single from Second Studio Album

November 6, 2022

Today, Rokets launch the high-octane, straight-shooting garage rock track "Break Free”!

The single is the title track of the Finnish five piece’s second studio album, and the fourth and final single leading up to the full-length release.

Sami from Rokets comments on the single:

"'Break Free' is the final appetizer of Helsinkian rock’n’roll from our sophomore album. This is the first song we finished for the album and in a way, it also led the path for the themes and moods of the rest of the songs to come. It’s good ol’ fast paced rock music with some heavy metal infused into it, a mixture I for one really happen to enjoy. Lyrical themes for this one are: breaking the chains, burning some towns, going your way and sticking to what you know is best for you."

Rokets new album 'Break Free' will be released December 9 on The Sign Records.

The album will be available on vinyl, CD, and all streaming platforms, and can be pre-ordered now on Rokets’ Bandcamp page.

Pre-Order the Album HERE

Check out the Previous Single "Destroyer" HERE

ROKETS Bio:

Rokets, formed in 2017, is a rock and roll band from Helsinki, Finland. Their constant gigging around Finland and the Baltic States has earned them a reputation as a ferocious and electric live act. The band’s first EP 'Speed & Sound' has been sold out for quite some time and their debut album 'Fast Times' has gained massive attention and positive feedback around Europe and America.

Now set to release their second album 'Break Free', Rokets are ready to make their presence be known with their high energy rock’n’roll. Besides setting stages on fire in one venue after another, the five members of Rokets have left a mark in the underground music scene of Finland by being a part of bands such as Black Lizard, Tryer, Velvets, Green King, United Seafood, Rusty Triggers and Slippers.

ROKETS Members:

Sami Mustonen – lead vocals

Sakke Vänttinen – electric guitar, backing vocals

Elias Laurila – electric guitar, backing vocals

Lauri Lyytinen – bass guitar

Otto Bigler – drums

Swedish Heavy Metallers, The Riven, Share Final Single from Sophomore Studio Album 'Peace and Conflict'

November 1, 2022

Swedish retro-influenced heavy metal group, The Riven, launch "Peace and Conflict” the fifth and final single, as well as the title track, of their second studio album. The track is mixed and mastered by Ola Ersfjord, who is known for his work with Tribulation, Lucifer, and Imperial State Electric, to name a few.

"Peace and Conflict" moves around psychedelic soundscapes, with front woman Charlotta’s vocals in the spotlight, culminating into a powerful, energetic finale centered around electrifying guitar arrangements.

The Riven’s second studio album 'Peace and Conflict' will be released on vinyl, CD, and digital formats on the 25th of November.

The album will be released on The Sign Records and can be pre-ordered now on The Riven’s Bandcamp.

Hard hitting, sharp shooting power rock influenced by the great sounds of the 1970s and 80s, The Riven plays honest Rock & Roll that makes you wanna shake your fist and bang your head! Their music and lyrics will take you on a sonic journey.

“The Riven is an electrifying powerhouse, Classic Rock for the 21st Century".

The Riven are currently releasing their second full length studio album 'Peace and Conflict'. The album consists of eight hard hitting tracks that will be available on Vinyl, CD and digital platforms.

New on this album, is the guitarist Joakim Sandegård who, together with Arnau Diaz, creates a twin guitar sound, new to The Riven. Also on this album is Jussi Kalla behind the drums who made his debut with the band with the 12inch "Windbreaker/Movin On" released in May of 2020.

“Make no mistake this band is going to blow up in stratospheric proportions”- The Sludgelord

The Riven recorded their nine track, self-titled debut album in Madrid, Spain with Producer Ola Ersfjord (Lucifer, Tribulation, Dead Lord) at Holy Cuervo Studios. It was later released on the first of March 2019 on The Sign Records with a worldwide distribution.

“Glowingly performed and with a clear direction towards future great deeds. You can’t ask for more from this fully-fledged debut album” - Sweden Rock Magazine.

Pre-Order the Album 'Peace and Conflict' HERE

The Riven was formed in 2016 when they were living in West London, where they also recorded their EP ‘Blackbird’ at Buffalo Studios.

“The five tracks on 'Blackbird' are short, snappy, and more catchy than airborne Ebola”. - AMG

The self-titled album “The Riven” received great reviews and in the autumn of 2019 the album got a South American release through the Brazilian label Hellion Records. The first album developed the band’s sound from their EP “Blackbird” and gave space to a more progressive and psychedelic side.

“Peace and Conflict” offers twin guitars, roaring vocals and a locked-in rhythm section waiting to take you away.

“Now this is Classic Rock for our time” - Doomed & Stoned

Today, the band consists of singer Totta Ekebergh, guitarists Arnau Diaz and Joakim Sandegård, bass player Max Ternebring and drummer Jussi Kalla.

Finnish Heavy Metal Group, Green King, Release New Single "Where Speedian Dwells"

October 15, 2022

Debut Album 'Hidden Beyond Time'

Out December 16th!

Today, Finland’s Green King launch the single, "Where Speedian Dwells". The single tells the true story of Green King kicking violent nationalists out of their rehearsal space. A true heavy metal attack, "Where Speedian Dwells” offers thrilling guitar harmonies, chugging riffs, and gutsy vocals communicating a strong anti-nationalist message.

The single is the second one leading up to Green King’s debut album, 'Hidden Beyond Time', which will be released on The Sign Records on the 16th of December.

Stream the Single HERE

'Hidden Beyond Time' is the debut album by Finnish heavy metal group Green King.

Inspired by many subgenres of heavy music, 'Hidden Beyond Time' moves from hard hitting cuts fueled by chugging, galloping riffs that brings to mind the great metal era of the 70/80s. Relentless, stoner metal infused adrenaline shots move to more mellow, experimental tracks featuring folk inspired melodies.

With traditional heavy metal at its heart and core, 'Hidden Beyond Time' sits on a foundation made of melodic dual guitar arrangements, gritty vocals and occult, mystical lyrics. This is a 34-minute-long heavy metal experience that showcases the dynamic nature of this Finnish four piece.

The album was recorded at Beach House rehearsal studio and at Dullas sauna cabin during the year 2020. Mixed by Sakke Vänttinen at Rock Alley Studio. 'Hidden Beyond Time' will be released on The Sign Records December 16th.

The album will be released on vinyl, CD, and all streaming platforms.

Biography:

Formed in Helsinki, Finland, as a side project to play heavy stoner music, Green Kingquickly developed their style into a more traditional style of heavy metal.

Drawing influences from vast history of heavy metal, Green King fills their songs with monumental riffs and colossal guitar harmonies. They have made their mark on Finnish metal underground by playing fierce live shows filled with musical mojo and speedy guitar solos.

Their first EP 'Rock Alley Tapes' was released in early 2022, and it brought the band attention around Europe.

Green King's members have long been part of the Finnish music scene, playing in bands such as Black Lizard, Rokets, United Seafood and Rusty Triggers.

Green King:

Eliel Salomaa - Guitars and vocals

Lauri Lyytinen - Guitars

Heikki Nyman - Bass

Otto Bigler - Drums

The Riven Announce Single "On Top of Evil"

September 16, 2022

Showcasing the experimental side of The Riven’s versatile sound, “On Top of Evil” is the fourth single leading up to the Swedish heavy metal group’s sophomore studio album.

A dynamic journey featuring powerful vocals and vibrant guitar arrangements, “On Top of Evil” moves through psychedelic, atmospheric soundscapes into an explosive finale.

The single is released on all streaming platforms today.

Listen to “On Top of Evil” HERE

The Riven comment:

""On Top of Evil" is our heaviest song to date. Soaring vocals and electrifying guitars meet in a blaze with thunderous bass and drums galore. Sink deep into your mind and let us invite you to the dark side."

The Riven’s second studio album is called 'Peace and Conflict' and will be released on vinyl, CD, and digital formats on the 25th of November.

The album is released on The Sign Records.

Biography:

“The Riven is an electrifying powerhouse, Classic Rock for the 21st Century".

The Riven are currently in the line of releasing their second full length studio album 'Peace and Conflict'. The album consists of eight hard hitting tracks that will be available on Vinyl, CD and digital platforms.

New on this album, is the guitarist Joakim Sandegård who together with Arnau Diaz create a twin guitar sound, new to The Riven. Also on this album is Jussi Kalla behind the drums who made his debut with the band with the 12inch "Windbreaker/Movin On" released in May of 2020.

“Make no mistake this band is going to blow up in stratospheric proportions”- The Sludgelord

The Riven recorded their nine track, self-titled debut album in Madrid, Spain with Producer Ola Ersfjord (Lucifer, Tribulation, Dead Lord) at Holy Cuervo Studios. It was later released on the first of March 2019 on The Sign Records with a worldwide distribution.

“Glowingly performed and with a clear direction towards future great deeds. You can’t ask for more from this fully-fledged debut album” Sweden Rock Magazine.

The self-titled album 'The Riven' received great reviews and in the autumn of 2019 the album got a South American release through the Brazilian label Hellion Records. The first album developed the band’s sound from their EP 'Blackbird' and gave space to a more progressive and psychedelic side.

“Peace and Conflict” offers twin guitars, roaring vocals and a locked-in rhythm section waiting to take you away.

“Now this is Classic Rock for our time” - Doomed & Stoned

Today, the band consists of singer Totta Ekebergh, guitarists Arnau Diaz and Joakim Sandegård, bass player Max Ternebring and drummer Jussi Kalla.

The Riven was formed in 2016 when they were living in West London, where they also recorded their EP ‘Blackbird’ at Buffalo Studios.

“The five tracks on Blackbird are short, snappy, and more catchy than airborne Ebola”. - AMG

Liar Thief Bandit Release New Mini Album "Diamonds"

September 16, 2022

'Diamonds' is the brand new mini-album by Liar Thief Bandit.

Following the group's latest, third studio album 'Deadlights', the Swedish power trio returns with 7 new tracks unifying classic rock and Scandinavian garage rock with a fresh and vigorous approach to the genre.

'Diamonds' offers catchy, straight forward, and honest rock music at it’s very finest.

Memorable hooks and storytelling lyrics are presented with a dynamic blend of electrifying twin guitar arrangements, tight, punchy drums, and thundering bass lines. 'Diamonds'includes 6 original tracks, as well as a cover of Graveyard’s 2011 hit "Ain't Fit to Live Here”.

Liar Thief Bandit:

"'Diamonds' takes off where 'Deadlights' ends. The sound and lyrics follow the same theme and feel as its predecessor but with additional reflections and new views on self-realization. A troubled mind finding keys to push forward surrounded by roaring guitars, pounding drums and fierce vocals."

'Diamonds' was recorded at Tilt Recording Studios in Strömstad, Sweden. The mini album is produced by Max Dahlby (Åskväder, The Drippers and Scumbag Millionaire) and Liar Thief Bandit, Mixed by William Grube, and mastered by Jonas Siöström.

'Diamonds' is released today on The Sign Records via all streaming platforms as well as white vinyl, green vinyl, and CD.

Order 'Diamonds' HERE

Liar Thief Bandit Biography:

What do you get if you blend the melodic essence that helped shape the ‘70s and the raw garage revival of the late ‘90s with a modern touch of uplifting lyrics and undeniable energy?

The answer is Liar Thief Bandit – a power trio born to play live with the sole purpose to carry the torch of all that ever was, is and will be rock’n’roll in its purest form.

After humble beginnings in 2015 making demos and playing those first crucial shows, the defining journey took off in late 2016 when the self-produced debut album 'Gun Shovel Alibi' was released. Extensive touring followed and the band’s DIY-ethics brought them to numerous European countries during 2017. Their lightening, energetic live show caught attention and left the audience wanting more.

That hectic tour schedule influenced the three-piece to write, record and deliver their sophomore epos 'Straight Ahead' released in August 2018 quickly followed by three European tours putting Liar Thief Bandit on the map as a hard-working rock’n’roll band to reckon with.

With new songs in the making, May 2019 saw the trio doing their 100th show in Hamburg as the premiere of an 18-day tour through Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Poland and Czech Republic. The coming fall saw a split 7” vinyl with Grande Royale released on The Sign Records and a joint tour through Germany and Switzerland supporting the double A-side single. The track "Virtue Not a Vice” left no one doubting the power of innovating riffs and rememberable melodies that makes Liar Thief Bandit stand out in the current rock atmosphere.

The third full-length was recorded during the spring of 2020 in Malmö’s Tambourine Studios inspired by hardships in a hard-working touring band as well as complicated situations in life. The theme throughout the 12 songs touches on philosophies of picking yourself up, taking chances and facing obstacles with a positive state of mind. 'Deadlights' was released on May 14th, 2021 via The Sign Records.

Always thinking ahead, more music was already on its way. Following the release of 'Deadlights”, one of land’s hardest working rock trios fired up the engine and headed to the outskirts of the small Swedish west coast town Strömstad in the summer of 2021 to record once again. 7 tracks were laid down in 7 days at Tilt Recording Studios with Max Dahlby at the helm, who’s worked with Åskväder, The Drippers and Scumbag Millionaire to name a few. 6 originals and a cover of Graveyard’s “Ain’t Fit to Live Here” which was released as the first single from the upcoming mini album 'Diamonds'.

Taking off where 'Deadlights' ends, 'Diamonds' follows the same theme and feel as its predecessor but with additional reflections and new views on self-realization. A troubled mind finding keys to push forward surrounded by roaring guitars, pounding drums and fierce vocals.

Liar Thief Bandit are:

Mikael Jacobson - Guitar / Vocals

William Grube - Drums

Niklas Dahre - Bass

Finnish Fuzzrock Outfit Craneium Launch Single & Music Video for, ”Victim of Delusion”

September 14, 2022

STREAM "Victim of Delusion" HERE

Heavy fuzzrock outfit Craneium shares the stand alone single, "Victim of Delusion”.

The single is the first release from the Finnish four piece since their third studio album 'Unknown Heights' from 2021 and is released together with a music video on The Sign Records.

Joel from Craneium comments:

"Our new single "Victim of Delusion" is a straightforward rocker in true retro style. It’s fuzzy and it’s bluesy. Dare we even say it’s a bit proto metalesque? Lyrically the song talks about how nothing good comes out of trying to control people. Instead, it’s easy to end up a delusional lonely person.

To accompany the song, we wanted to make a video that tips the hat to retro psychedelic filmmaking. We teamed up with music video maker Joni Tuominen who had an idea on a video with acid fried aesthetics. It turned out great and we had a blast doing it."

Craneium’s latest studio album 'Unknown Heights' was released during the autumn of 2021.

The album is available on white/blue splatter vinyl, black vinyl, CD, and all streaming platforms.

Get 'Unknown Heights' HERE

Craneium biography:

Finnish heavy fuzzrock outfit Craneium blends classic riffing with dynamic atmospheres. Through a constant ebb and flow of light and heavy they explore the vast underground and draw influence from the 70 ́s hard rock, 90 ́s desert psychedelia and their many masters.

Craneium was formed in 2011 in the Finnish town of Turku. Since then, they have sweated themselves through almost 100 shows around the Nordic countries and Europe, most of them booked by the band themselves. Over the years Craneium has warmed up crowds for bands such as Skraeckoedlan (SWE) and Mars Red Sky (FRA), just to name a few.

This band loves playing live and on the stage is where their music finds its definite shape. They've played everything from basements and rock clubs to alternative festivals such as the Swedish psych rock mecca Krökbacken and Estonia ́s Skeneraator Festival.

Craneium has released two albums through California label Ripple Music, an independent cassette release and two split vinyls with 3rd Trip (FIN) and Black Willows (CH).

Their third album “Unknown Heights” was recorded and mastered by producer Joona Hassinen (Studio Underjord) and released during the autumn of 2021 on The Sign Records.

Craneium:

Andreas Kaján - Guitars and Vocals

Martin Ahlö - Guitars and Vocals

Jonas Ridberg - Bass

Joel Kronqvist - Drums

Åskväder Release New Studio Album 'Fenix'

March 28, 2022

Electrifying garage rock outfit Åskväder have released their sophomore studio album, 'Fenix'. Following the release of the Swedes self-titled debut from 2020, Åskväder returns with a collection of 12 new tracks. Recorded live in studio, 'Fenix' captures the essence of the band’s energetic and direct sound. Combining bluesy guitar licks with groovy rhythms, thundering bass lines, and catchy, melodic hooks, Åskväder’s new album brings straight forward, 90’s inspired Scandinavian garage rock to the modern-day and age.

Martin Gut from the band about the new album:

"The name of the album came because we as a band in many ways hit a big bump in the road after the first album was released. Fenix is the sequel and is a symbol for rebirth. Covid struck and, unfortunately, we had some changes in our line up which put the band in a tough spot. However, with new members and the absence of Covid, we have preserved our sound and thoughts about music in general and the music itself has evolved with the contribution of the new members. The songs are recorded live this time, something that really puts a nice vibe to them, in the enriched Welfare Sounds which also has helped us reach our musical vision.”

Åskväder's sophomore studio album 'Fenix' is out today via The Sign Records. The album is out now on all streaming platforms. The CD and vinyl versions are set for release in May and can be pre-ordered now. 'Fenix' was recorded and produced by Åskväder, Kalle Lilja and Per Stålberg. The album was mixed by Kalle Lilja and Per Stålberg at Welfare Sounds Studio, and mastered by Magnus Lindberg at Redmount Studios.

Get 'Fenix' on LP/CD:

https://askvader.bandcamp.com/

https://freighttrain.se/the-sign-records/%C3%A5skv%C3%A4der/

Stream 'Fenix' Here!

About Åskväder:

Electrifying Swedish rockers Åskväder make thunder and lightning through music. Well-balanced seasoning to the sound of the 90s Scandinavian rock scene mixed up with smoking hot riffs drenched in bluesy licks and catchy refrains. Adding thundering drum and bass groove with a topping consisting of elaborate vocal harmonies Åskväder is Swedish and can be translated into 'Thunderstorm'. That says it all. No fuss, just straight Rock N Roll.

Hailing from the west coast of Sweden, Åskväder released their debut EP ”Quick Fixes” in 2018. In 2020 the band joined forces with The Sign Records for the release of their debut, self-titled studio album. In 2022 Åskväder returned with their second full-length effort, ”Fenix”. The new album takes the Åskväder sound heard on the debut album to a new level. Mixed by Kalle Lilja & Per Stålberg (Welfare Sounds), which truly put an intense vibe to the album.

Åskväder was formed in 2018 and consists today of Kammo Olayvar with his lightning speed bass grooves, August Waernelius on drumrolls, Albin Sörensson on lead vocals, and Martin Gut bending guitar strings and singing harmonies. Look out for the band's sophomore album, 'Fenix', which will be released via The Sign Records in March 2022.

Connect with Åskväder:

https://www.facebook.com/askvaderband

https://www.instagram.com/askvaderband/

https://askvader.bandcamp.com/

Children of the Sün Release New Album 'Roots'

March 19, 2022

Sweden’s retro rockers Children of the Sün have released their new studio album, 'Roots'. The sextet's sophomore full length is a natural progression from their highly praised debut album 'Flowers'. While the sound is refined and structurally more direct, the Woodstock loving hippie-spirit of the band shines on the 13 new tracks from their new album. With a retro sound and soulful, multi-layered vocal harmonies, 'Roots' reflects a journey through life towards finding oneself; with songs about ups and downs, love and hate, light and darkness.

"On your journey through life, you grow like a tree. Everything that you have been, who you are right now and who you may become, once started with your roots."

'Roots' was recorded at Church Bay Records in Arvika, Sweden. It was mixed by the guitarist Jacob Hellenrud and mastered by Hans Olsson at Svenska Grammofon Studion (Graveyard, Soundtrack of our Lives, The Hives). The album cover was illustrated by Revolver Design, who has previously provided artwork for bands such as Alter Bridge, Louise Lemón, and Nephila.

'Roots' is out now via The Sign Records. The album is available in CD, vinyl, and digital formats.

Get 'Roots' on LP/CD:

https://childrenofthesunofficial.bandcamp.com/

https://freighttrain.se/the-sign-records/children-of-the-s%C3%BCn/

Children of the Sün Bio:

Inspired by Janis Joplin, Rival Sons, and the free lovin’ spirit of 1969’s legendary Woodstock Festival, Children of the Sün embody both the carefree and reflective sides of classic rock music. Following their 2018 success in the Swedish music competition Livekarusellen, the band released a self-titled EP and later came under the wing of The Sign Records, joining acts such as Hällas, MaidaVale, Skraeckoedlan, and The Hawkins. In 2019 the band released their first full-length album Flowers which was received with great love from the audience and the vinyl sold out just a few months after the release.

The song “Her Game” from their debut album got chosen by the Swedish nationwide newspaper Aftonbladet on their list of best rock songs of 2019.

Since then the band has played on festivals and stages around Sweden including Arvika Hamnfest, Festival Of The Midnight Sun, Putte i Parken, The Sign fest and hosted their own show in a barn out in the woods together with drummer Björn Fryklund (Freak Kitchen) Earlier this year they supported Trummor & Orgel on their tour.

Children of the Sün is:

Josefina Berglund Ekholm - Lead Vocals

Ottilia Berglund Ekholm - Choir

Wilma Ås - Choir, Keys

Jacob Hellenrud - Guitar

Ida Wahl - Bass

Johan Lööf - Drums

Connect Children of the Sün:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Childrenofthesuun

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childrenofthesuun/

Bandcamp: https://childrenofthesunofficial.bandcamp.com/

Children of the Sün Release New Single "Leaves"

March 16, 2022

Sophomore Album, 'Roots', Out March 18th!

Sweden’s Woodstock-rockers Children of the Sün have released a new single, titled ”Leaves”. A true manifestation of the six-member group’s musical flair, ”Leaves” moves from heavy sections characterized by 70s blues-rock riffs, through calmer parts oozing with psychedelia, and into immense choruses with strong, melodic vocals.

Children of the Sün on ”Leaves”:

"Leaves is about feeling stuck in unstable love that comes and goes as it pleases. It has come to the point where you have to let go to save yourself. The falling autumn leaves are a symbol for volatility."

"Leaves” is the third and final single leading up to Children of the Sün’s sophomore studio album, 'Roots', which will be released on March 18th, 2022 via The Sign Records.in CD, LP, and digital formats.

Stream "Leaves" Here!

Children of the Sün Bio:

The song “Her Game” from their debut album got chosen by the Swedish nationwide newspaper Aftonbladet on their list of best rock songs of 2019.

Children of the Sün look forward to releasing their next album, 'Roots', via The Sign Records on March 18th, 2022.

Children of the Sün is:

Josefina Berglund Ekholm - Lead Vocals

Ottilia Berglund Ekholm - Choir

Wilma Ås - Choir, Keys

Jacob Hellenrud - Guitar

Ida Wahl - Bass

Johan Lööf - Drums

Connect Children of the Sün:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Childrenofthesuun

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childrenofthesuun/

Bandcamp: https://childrenofthesunofficial.bandcamp.com/

Åskväder Release Energetic New Single "Zealot"

March 13, 2022

New Album, 'Fenix', Out March 25th!

Sweden’s Åskväder have released the fourth and final single from their upcoming sophomore album 'Fenix'. The new song, titled "Zealot”, is a punchy and direct track with a driving drum beat and electrifying melodies. The single is a true outburst of garage rock energy, recorded live in the studio.

Martin Gut from the band comments on the single:

”Zealot was a really tough one to record, definitely the song that took the most amount of takes to get right. The inspiration for writing the track came from listening to a podcast about the band Enforcer. To put it short, this track is Åskväder’s take on speed metal. The lyrics describe how life can change quickly for the little man depending on circumstances that are bigger than ourselves, and how we have to follow the rules of the system fanatically.”

Åskväder's sophomore studio album 'Fenix' will see a March 25th, 2022 release via The Sign Records.

Stream "Zealot" Here!

About Åskväder:

Connect with Åskväder:

https://www.facebook.com/askvaderband

https://www.instagram.com/askvaderband/

https://askvader.bandcamp.com/

Märvel Release Music Video for New Single "Great Man"

March 13, 2022

New Album 'Graces Came With Malice' Out April 22

High energy garage rock trio Märvel have released their new single "Great Man". The new track is the fifth and final single leading up to the band's ninth studio album 'Graces Came With Malice', which will see an April 22, 2022 release as part of Märvel's 20th anniversary. Fans can watch the music video for "Great Man" below.

Märvel comments on the new single:

"Some people are born with a genuine talent and they could easily conquer the moon and the stars. But for some reason they allow their demons to take over and they ruin it all for themselves. Some kind of self-destructo-mode is put into high gear. This song is about trying to lend some courage to those people, some courage to make them reach out and ask for help. You gotta believe that there’s still hope even if things are looking pretty bad."

'Graces Came With Malice' will be released via The Sign Records on vinyl, CD, and all digital platforms. The physical record can be pre-ordered now.

Pre-order 'Graces Came With Malice'

https://marveltheband.bandcamp.com/music

https://freighttrain.se/the-sign-records/märvel/

Märvel Bio:

Märvel was formed in 2002 when John Steen (The King), Ulrik Bostedt (Speedo), and Tony Samuelsson (The Vicar) spent a high school exchange year in Colorado, USA. Ditching classes, drinking beer, and playing rock n roll in the garage gave the world “Marvellous”, their first EP. The band got airtime on several college radio stations before they left the USA and returned to Sweden with lousy grades, but high spirits. Two other vinyl EP’s (“Heroine Tracks” & “Bedlam at the Embassy”) were released the following years through Swedish indie labels.

With the release of their third full-length album “Warhawks of War”, Märvel went through some changes. The earlier superhero gimmick was abandoned in favor of new and more iconic personas, The King, The Vicar, and Speedo. A second live bass player, The Aviator, was also added to the lineup. The band fully stepped into the new characters by also adopting them live on stage. “Warhawks of War” was released in 2011 and marked a big step forward for the band in terms of sound and strong material. It also featured the guest stars Strings (Dundertåget, Hellacopters) and Dregen (Backyard Babies, Hellacopters, Michael Monroe).

In 2012, Speedo (Ulrik Bostedt) was replaced by Burgher (Ulrik Bostedt). Filled with youthful raw energy, and with a unique style, Burgher helped catapult the band even further while touring Germany, France, and Spain to promote the Warhawks album.

After touring with Dregen in 2013, the band returned to the studio to record “Hadal Zone Express”. The album was released 28th of March 2014 to a never-ending stream of praise. In the fall, the band recorded a mini-album, with Fred Estby, “The Hills Have Eyes”. The title track along with a cover of W.A.S.P’s L.O.V.E. Machine made a big fuzz and got frequent air time.

In 2017, the band partnered with The Sign Records, and the first release was the seventh album “at the Sunshine Factory”, the first Märvel album to be recorded fully by themselves in their own newly established studio, Solskensfabriken. The second release was a cheeky cover album, “Guilty Pleasures”, featuring songs from a wide spectrum of artists such as Dire Straits, Agnetha Fältskog, REO Speedwagon, and Monster Magnet.

It is now 2021, and with a year and a half of the pandemic, the band still has had the opportunity to spend time together. The outcome will be a new album to be released in the near future. As always, the songs are in focus, and the release sees Märvel back at the height of their creativity, blending all their eclectic influences into a melodic piercing piece of high-energy rock n roll!

Looking slightly into the future, 2022 marks the 20th anniversary for the band, and apart from a new album, this accomplishment will be acknowledged throughout the year with exclusive releases, gigs, and other surprises.

Märvel is:

The King - Guitars, Lead Vocals

The Vicar - Drums

The Burgher - Bass

Connect with Märvel:

https://www.facebook.com/marveltheband

https://www.instagram.com/marveltheband/

https://marveltheband.bandcamp.com/music

LIAR THIEF BANDIT Release New Single "The Art of Losing Battles"

March 5, 2022

New Mini-Album 'Diamonds' Coming This Year

Sweden’s Liar Thief Bandit have dropped the third single from their upcoming mini-album. The new song, titled ”The Art of Losing Battles”, shoots straight into the familiar intensity and energetic feel that supporters of the band have grown to love. A raw setting with catchy melodies and honest lyrics is topped off with a raging guitar solo, followed by the three musicians kicking it into an even higher gear.

Liar Thief Bandit’s upcoming mini-album 'Diamonds' will be released on The Sign Records later this year.

STREAM "The Art of Losing Battles" HERE

About LIAR THIEF BANDIT:

What do you get if you blend the melodic essence that helped shape the ‘70s and the raw garage revival of the late ‘90s with a modern touch of uplifting lyrics and undeniable energy? The answer is Liar Thief Bandit – a power trio born to play live with the sole purpose to carry the torch of all that ever was, is, and will be rock’n’roll in its purest form.

After humble beginnings in 2015 making demos and playing those first crucial shows, the defining journey took off in late 2016 when the self-produced debut album “Gun Shovel Alibi” was released. Extensive touring followed and the band’s DIY ethics brought them to numerous European countries during 2017. Their lightening, energetic live show caught attention and left the audience wanting more. The hectic tour schedule influenced the three-piece to write, record, and deliver their sophomore epos “Straight Ahead” released in august 2018 quickly followed by three European tours putting Liar Thief Bandit on the map as a hard-working rock’n’roll band to reckon with.

With new songs in the making, May 2019 saw the trio doing their 100th show in Hamburg as the premiere of an 18-day tour through Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Poland, and Czech Republic. The coming fall saw a split 7” vinyl with Grande Royale released on The Sign Records and a joint tour through Germany and Switzerland supporting the double A-side single. The track “Virtue Not a Vice” left no one doubting the power of innovating riffs and rememberable melodies that makes Liar Thief Bandit stand out in the current rock atmosphere.

The third full-length was recorded during the spring of 2020 in Malmö’s Tambourine Studios inspired by hardships in a hard-working touring band as well as complicated situations in life. The theme throughout the 12 songs touches on philosophies of picking yourself up, taking chances, and facing obstacles with a positive state of mind. “Deadlights” was released on May 14th 2021 via The Sign Records.

Always thinking ahead, more music was already on its way. Following the release of “Deadlights”, one of the land’s hardest working rock trios fired up the engine and headed to the outskirts of the small Swedish west coast town Strömstad in the summer of 2021 to record once again. 7 tracks were laid down in 7 days at Tilt Recording Studios with Max Dahlby at the helm, who’s worked with Åskväder, The Drippers, and Scumbag Millionaire to name a few. 6 originals and a cover of Graveyard’s “Ain’t Fit to Live Here” as the first single to be released from the upcoming mini-album “Diamonds”, which takes off where “Deadlights” ends. It follows the same theme and feel as its predecessor but with additional reflections and new views on self-realization. A troubled mind finding keys to push forward surrounded by roaring guitars, pounding drums, and fierce vocals.

Liar Thief Bandit:

Mikael Jacobson - Guitar / Vocals

William Grube - Drums

Niklas Dahre - Bass

Connect with Liar Thief Bandit:

https://www.facebook.com/LiarThiefBandit

https://www.instagram.com/liarthiefbandit/

https://liarthiefbandit.bandcamp.com/

LIAR THIEF BANDIT Release New Single "Better Days"

February 4, 2022

New Album 'Diamonds' Coming This Summer!

Swedish power trio Liar Thief Bandit are back with their new single "Better Days". A direct and uplifting Rock' n' Roll track with Thin Lizzy-inspired twin guitars and big, melodic choruses. "Better Days" is the second single from Liar Thief Bandits' upcoming mini-album, 'Diamonds', set for release in the Summer of 2022 via The Sign Records.

Mike from the band on "Better Days":

Better Days is an uplifting tune with a touch of melancholy, filled with dynamic guitar work and fierce vocals. The song is about realizing when enough is enough, that changes have to be made and at the same time being fully aware of the difficulties such changes most certainly will bring.

STREAM "Better Days" HERE

About LIAR THIEF BANDIT:

The third full-length was recorded during the spring of 2020 in Malmö’s Tambourine Studios inspired by hardships in a hard-working touring band as well as complicated situations in life. The theme throughout the 12 songs touches on philosophies of picking yourself up, taking chances, and facing obstacles with a positive state of mind. “Deadlights” was released on May 14th 2021 via The Sign Records.

Liar Thief Bandit:

Mikael Jacobson - Guitar / Vocals

William Grube - Drums

Niklas Dahre - Bass

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https://www.instagram.com/liarthiefbandit/

https://liarthiefbandit.bandcamp.com/