Hatebreed Announce New Album "Fatal Paradox" Out 11/6 + Share Video for "Kill Count Increase"

Studied, imitated, but never replicated, the Grammy-nominated hardcore legends HATEBREED have remained a fixture of the hardcore and metal scenes for the better part of three decades. After writing the playbook with their genre-defining releases Under The Knife (1996) and Satisfaction Is The Death Of Desire (1997), HATEBREED continued to carry the banner for metallic hardcore with albums likePerseverance (2002), The Rise of Brutality (2003), and Supremacy (2006) dominating charts globally. In recent years, the band's undisputed offensive continues with modern records The Concrete Confessional (2016) and Weight of the False Self (2020), remaining fixtures on charts globally. The band's core values of self actualization, perseverance, and honest living have carried them from backyard and basement shows to festival dominators, selling out shows consistently across the world, effectively practicing what they've preached. 

Today, the band announces its long-awaited studio return with FATAL PARADOX, arriving November 6 via new label BLKIIBLK. Pre-order it here.

Hatebreed also offer the first taste of new music with the video for "KILL COUNT INCREASE." Watch it Below:

Enlisting long-time collaborator Zeuss (Rob Zombie, Accept, Shadows Fall), "Kill Count Increase" is crossover excellence with accelerating speeds, crushing riffage, and frontman Jamey Jasta's venomous bark inciting crimson flashes of carnage.

"'Kill Count Increase' is the lead track on Fatal Paradox and a perfect way of summing up our first album in six years from the start," Jasta states. "It's straightforward, in-your-face Hatebreed. Fast. Hard. It gets down to business and comes up for air two-and-a-half minutes later. The room and everyone in it gets wrecked and comes back wanting more."

Holding no punches, and taking no prisoners Fatal Paradox see the Connecticut-born juggernaut operating at full tilt, bludgeoning listeners with a barbarous blend of breakdowns, d-beats, and dogpiles. Whether it’s the thrash stylings of "Kill Count Increase" or "Total Invincible," capital H hardcore excellence of "The Carrion Choir" and "Truth Is A Lion," rage remains the unifying spark to blow the keg in glorious flashes of violence. 

Hatebreed will spend the summer doing what they do best — touring and bringing venues across the U.S. to their knees. All upcoming dates are below. Get tickets here.

HATEBREED ON TOUR:
7/21 — Sauget, IL — Pop's Nightclub & Concert Venue
7/22 — Fort Wayne, IN — Century Music Hall
7/23 — Toronto, ON — Phoenix Concert Theatre
7/24 — Buffalo, NY — Town Ballroom
8/19 — Mack’s Creek, MO — Gathering of the Juggalos*
8/20 — Albuquerque, NM — El Rey
8/21 — Tucson, AZ — Rialto Theatre
8/22 — Las Vegas, NV — House of Blues
8/23 — Anaheim, CA — House of Blues
8/24 — Sacramento, CA — Ace of Spades
8/25 — Boise, ID — Treefort Music Hall
8/26 — Spokane, WA — Knitting Factory
8/28 — Edmonton, AB —  Pawn Shop Live*
8/29 — Calgary, AB — The Arrowhead
8/30 — Regina, SK — Casino Regina Show Lounge
8/31 — Winnipeg, MB — Burton Cummings Theatre
9/2 — Sioux Falls, SD — The District
9/3 — Kansas City, MO — Warehouse on Broadway
9/4 — Shakopee, MN — Mystic Lake Amphitheater (Supporting Slayer)
9/5 — Davenport, IA — Capitol Theatre
9/6 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave
9/8 — Pittsburgh, PA — Roxian Theatre
9/9 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore
9/10 — Albany, NY — Empire Live
9/11 — Quebec, QC — Envol et Macadam*
9/12 — Ottawa, ON — The Bronson
9/13 — Norwalk, CT — District Music Hall
9/19 — Pinellas Park, FL — England Brothers Park (Supporting Turnstile)
10/10 — Birmingham, AL — Furnace Fest*
*Festival Date

HATEBREED ARE:
Jamey Jasta — Vocals
Wayne Lozinak — Guitar
Frank Novinec — Guitar
Matt Byrne — Drums
Carl Schwartz — Bass

WEDNESDAY 13 Drops Second Live Single "I Want You Dead" + Live Video

Today, dread rock superstar WEDNESDAY 13 gives us the second sampling from his forthcoming triumphant live album, Un-Alive from Pol'and'Rock 2025 out September 25, 2026 via Napalm Records. Recorded in front of over 700,000 adoring festival goers, this rendition of the Transylvania 90210 classic "I Want You Dead" captures all the piss and vinegar Mr. Motherfucker has built his legacy on. Exhilarating, incendiary, and catchy as all hell, the hooks are undeniable, taking hold of the entire audience. We may not have been there to experience the dark excellence of Weds and co, but we can live vicariously through this record!

Check Out The Official Music Video for "I Want You Dead" Below:

Pre-Order Your Copy of Un-Alive from Pol'and'Rock 2025 HERE.

WEDNESDAY 13 will be touring extensively this summer and fall, first hitting the UK for both the Bloodstock and Firevolt festivals, amongst some local dates. Afterwards, the band returns to North America for the Shocktober Blood tour, joined by Dead on Sunday and Above Snakes, before traveling back across the pond to Europe for the Cursed Blessings co-headliner with The Birthday Massacre. See below for a complete list of dates.

WEDNESDAY 13 ON TOUR:

7/11 — Glendale, AZ — Mad Monster Party 2026

CRUEL SUMMER UK 2026:
8/6 — Southend-on-Sea, UK — Chinnery's
8/7 — Derby, UK — Bloodstock Festival
8/8 — Stockport, UK — Firevolt Festival
8/9 — Newport, UK — Corn Exchange

SHOCKTOBER BLOOR TOUR:
w/ Dead On A Sunday*
* = Dead On A Sunday Not Appearing

9/23 — San Jose, CA — The Ritz*
9/25 — Seattle, WA — El Corazon
9/26 — Portland, OR — Dante’s
9/27 — Boise, ID — Shrine Social Club
9/28 — Salt Lake City, UT — Urban Lounge
9/30 — Las Vegas, NV — Backstage Bar
10/1 — Anaheim, CA — Parish @ House of Blues
10/2 — Pomona, CA — Glass House
10/3 — Fresno, CA — Sanctuary
10/4 — Los Angeles, CA — Teragram Ballroom*
10/5 — Mesa, AZ — Rosetta Room*
10/6 — Albuquerque, NM — Sunshine Theater
10/8 — Lincoln, NE — Bourbon Theater
10/9 — McHenry, IL — The Vixen*
10/10 — Flint, MI — Machine Shop*
10/11 — Lakewood, OH — Mercury Music Lounge*
10/13 — Hamden, CT — Space Ballroom
10/14 — Lowell, MA — Taffeta Music Hall
10/15 — Harrisburg, PA — Capitol City Music Hall
10/16 — Syracuse, NY — The Song & Dance
10/17 — Bensalem, PA — Broken Goblet
10/18 — Clifton, NJ — Dingbatz
10/20 — Leesburg, VA — Tally Ho
10/22 — Raleigh, NC — Chapel of Bones
10/23 — Richmond, VA — Canal Club
10/24 — Columbus, OH — The Kings of Clubs
10/26 — Nashville, TN — Basement East
10/27 — Sauget, IL — Pop’s Nightclub
10/28 — Lawrence, KS — The Bottleneck
10/30 — Colorado Springs, CO — Black Sheep
10/31 — Denver, CO — Marquis Theater*

CURSED BLESSINGS EUROPEAN TOUR:
Co-headliner with The Birthday Massacre
Direct Support from Killus
* = WEDNESDAY 13 Only

11/23 — Prague, CZ — Futurum Prague
11/24 — Leipzig, DE — Conne Island *
11/25 — Cologne, DE — Volta
11/26 — Liège, BE — Reflektor
11/28 — Paris, FR — Chavaux
11/29 — Rotterdam, NL — Baroeg
11/30 — Bochum, DE — Matrix *

12/1 — Hamburg, DE — Knust *
12/2 — Berlin, DE — Lido *
12/4 — Dresden, DE — Beatpol
12/5 — Budapest, HU — Dürer Kert
12/7 — Zurich, CH — Dynamo Saal
12/8 — Munich, DE — Backstage
12/9 — Mannheim, DE — MS Connexion Complex

WEDNESDAY 13 ARE:
Wednesday 13 — Vocals
Jack Tankersely — Guitar
Ashes — Lead Guitar
Troy Doebbler — Bass
Mike Dupke — Drums

MARILYN MANSON REVEALS NEW VIDEO FOR ‘FRONT TOWARD ENEMY’

Following last week's single release, MARILYN MANSON has unveiled the official music video for ‘Front Toward Enemy,’ directed by Henri Alexander Levy. The track is the latest offering from his forthcoming album, One Assassination Under God – Chapter 2, due August 14th via Nuclear Blast Records.

Building on the release of the album's lead single, "Exit Wound," "Front Toward Enemy" continues the dark, cinematic vision of One Assassination Under God – Chapter 2, the highly anticipated second installment in MANSON's latest sinister sonic odyssey, co-written and co-produced with Tyler Bates.

One Assassination Under God - Chapter 2 will arrive days before the start of his late summer co-headline tour with ROB ZOMBIE. Visit MarilynManson.com for a complete list of MANSON’s 2026 worldwide tour dates.

Stream ‘Front Toward Enemy’: https://mm.bfan.link/front-toward-enemy

Pre-Order One Assassination Under God - Chapter 2: https://mm.bfan.link/oaug-ch-2

‘FRONT TOWARD ENEMY’ MUSIC VIDEO BELOW:

In addition to standard formats, One Assassination Under God – Chapter 2 is available as the “Claymore Edition” vinyl, a deluxe collector's variant limited to just 1,800 copies worldwide and available exclusively through the Nuclear Blast Merch Store.

Purchase here: https://mm.bfan.link/front-toward-enemy/nuclearBlast

One Assassination Under God - Chapter 2 is available now for pre-order in a variety of formats including a limited box set and accompanying apparel at https://mm.bfan.link/oaug-ch-2

MARILYN MANSON & ROB ZOMBIE Co-Headline Tour Dates w / THE HU & ORGY

Aug 20 - West Palm Beach, FL @ iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre ^+
Aug 21 - Tampa, FL @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre ^+
Aug 23 - Alpharetta, GA @ Ameris Bank Amphitheatre ^+
Aug 24 - Charlotte, NC @ Truliant Amphitheater ^+
Aug 26 - Holmdel, NJ @ PNC Bank Arts Center ^+
Aug 27 - Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center ^+
Aug 29 - Burgettstown, PA @ The Pavilion at Star Lake ^+
Aug 30 - Darien Center, NY @ Darien Lake Amphitheater ^+
Sep 1 - Toronto, ON @ RBC Amphitheatre ^+
Sep 2 - Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center ^+
Sep 4 - Clarkston, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre ^+
Sep 5 - Tinley Park, IL @ Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre ^+
Sep 6 - Noblesville, IN @ Ruoff Music Center ^+
Sep 9 - St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheater ^+
Sep 10 - Kansas City, MO @ Morton Amphitheater ^+
Sep 12 - Greenwood Village, CO @ Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre *^+
Sep 14 - West Valley City, UT @ Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre ^+
Sep 16 - Airway Heights, WA @ BECU Live at Northern Quest +
Sep 17 - Auburn, WA @ White River Amphitheatre ^+
Sep 18 - Ridgefield, WA @ Cascades Amphitheater ^+
Sep 20 - Concord, CA @ Toyota Pavilion at Concord ^+

* Not a Live Nation show
^ With The Hu

+ With Orgy

MARILYN MANSON Headline & Festival Dates

Oct 15 - New Orleans, LA - The Fillmore

Oct 17 - San Antonio, TX - The Aztec Theatre

Oct 18 - San Antonio, TX - The Aztec Theatre

Oct 21 - Austin, TX - Emo’s

Oct 22 - Austin, TX - Emo’s

Oct 24 - Fort Worth, TX - Sick New World Texas

Oct 31 - Los Angeles, CA - The Wiltern (SOLD OUT)

Nov 1 - Los Angeles, CA - The Wiltern (SOLD OUT)

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THE DAMN TRUTH Releases Stunning Live Version of "Be Somebody" OUT NOW via Frontiers Music Srl

Following the success of their critically acclaimed, JUNO Award-nominated self-titled album and ahead of the worldwide release of 'The Damn Truth (Deluxe Edition)' on September 11, 2026, Canadian rock powerhouse The Damn Truth continues the exciting campaign with the release of "Be Somebody (Live at Hotel2Tango)", accompanied by an intimate live performance video recorded at Montreal's legendary Hotel2Tango studio.

The live track is included as a bonus track on 'The Damn Truth (Deluxe Edition).' Originally opening the band's acclaimed Bob Rock-produced self-titled album, "Be Somebody" has become one of the defining moments of THE DAMN TRUTH's live show. After more than a year of performing the song night after night across Canada, the UK, Europe, and the United States, the band returned to Montreal's legendary Hotel2Tango studio to record a new live version that captures how the track has evolved on the road. 

Rather than simply recreating the original recording, the band teamed up with Charlie Agadjanian, Jordan Forlini, and Zach Manni-Mirolla to capture the raw energy, chemistry, and emotion that have made "Be Somebody" such a standout moment in their live set.

Inspired by classic tarot card imagery, the accompanying artwork reflects the song's themes of identity, self-belief and embracing individuality.

Says the band:

"'Be Somebody' was written about the duality that comes with that teenage lust of wanting to fit in yet remain true to your individuality. We've carried this song with us from stage to stage over the past year, letting it grow and transform a little more every night. There's something beautiful about how a song keeps revealing itself when it's shared with people night after night.

"Teaming up with Charlie Agadjanian, Jordan Forlini, and Zach Manni-Mirolla at the legendary Hotel2Tango to re-record "Be Somebody" felt incredibly special. Breathing new life into this song and celebrating how music continues to evolve long after it's written."

Originally released in 2025 and produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Bob Rock, 'The Damn Truth' marked a defining moment in the band's career, blending timeless rock and roll, blues-infused swagger and fearless songwriting.

The release of "Be Somebody (Live at Hotel2Tango)" offers fans a fresh perspective on one of the band's most loved songs, celebrating the way music continues to grow and evolve through live performance.

As THE DAMN TRUTH prepares for another packed year of touring, the band will continue touring across the UK, Europe and Canada, including special guest appearances on Europe's The Final Countdown – 40th Anniversary Tour, alongside festival appearances and headline shows.

2026 TOUR DATES

AUGUST 2026

7 Aug - Mont-Tremblant, Mont-Tremblant, QC, Canada

8 Aug - FESTIMUSIK, Stanstead, QC, Canada

22 Aug - Lost & Sound Festival, Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry, ON, Canada

28 Aug - The Live Rooms, Chester, UK

29 Aug - Stonedead Festival, Newark, UK

30 Aug - Nightrain, Bradford, UK

SEPTEMBER 2026

1 Sep - The Globe, Cardiff, UK

2 Sep - Cavern, Exeter, UK

3 Sep - The Craufurd Arms, Milton Keynes, UK

4 Sep - Bear Cave, Bournemouth, UK

6 Sep - The Waterloo Music Bar, Blackpool, UK

THE FINAL COUNTDOWN – 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

Featuring Special Guests: THE DAMN TRUTH

30 September – Glasgow, SEC Armadillo, UK

2 October – Wolverhampton, Civic Hall, UK

3 October – London, Eventim Apollo, UK

5 October – Arnhem, Musis Sacrum, Netherlands

6 October – Paris, L'Olympia, France

8 October – Barcelona, Poble Espanyol, Spain

9 October – Bilbao, Arena Miribilla, Spain

10 October – Madrid, La Cubierta, Spain

12 October – Lausanne, Salle Métropole, Switzerland

13 October – Zurich, Volkshaus, Switzerland

14 October – Milan, Alcatraz, Italy

16 October – Stuttgart, Liederhalle, Germany

17 October – Vienna, Gasometer, Austria

19 October – Berlin, Admiralspalast, Germany

20 October – Warsaw, COS Torwar, Poland

22 October – Frederiksberg, Falconer Salen, Denmark

23 October – Gothenburg, Sweden

24 October – Stockholm, Sweden

26 October – Oslo, Sentrum Scene, Norway

Tickets HERE

Uncle Acid And The Deadbeats Announce New Album "Shapes of Midnight" + Share Title Track

Two years on from the mesmeric Nell' Ora Blu, their synth-laden soundtrack for an imaginary Giallo movie, orphic Cambridge heavies Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats return with their seventh full-length, Shapes Of Midnight. A brilliantly macabre concept album partly inspired by Edgar Allen Poe's The Masque Of The Red Death and the too-real nightmares of our modern age, Shapes Of Midnight refines the group's "Evil Beatles" sound: A thrilling, expertly composed fusion of eerie harmonies, pop hooks, Thin Lizzy-esque twin-guitar brilliance, and the kind of fleet-footed heaviness that's become their trademark.

Shapes Of Midnight was tracked at Abbey Road Studios — live to analogue tape, natch — in a blessed, three-day blitz in the company of storied engineer Chris Bolster, whose previous clients include Phil Spector, Ozzy Osbourne, and Paul McCartney. The band employed era-appropriate tech, from antique Neumann mics once breathed upon by the Fabs and the Floyd, to consoles and compressors from the peak era of recorded sound. The mastering, meanwhile, was completed by Grammy-nominated engineer Noel Summerville (The White Stripes, The Clash, My Bloody Valentine).

The album marks a return to the guitar-forward attack of their earlier records, but also an evolution. Their blessed invocation of proto-metal heaviness is gilded by blasts of uncanny melancholic pop, bruising NWOBHM gallop, jazzy textures and complexities, and Krautrock-y cro-magnon synth damage. It's a deliciously dark listen, for sure; as songwriter Kevin Starrs says, "Our albums exist in an alternate universe to our own. They're all stories that could happen here, but everything's just a bit 'off.’"

Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats spent their summer laying waste to festivals such as Sweden Rock, Hellfest, and Graspop and will tour North America, the UK, and Australia/New Zealand later this year. Further dates across Europe for next year to be announced soon.

Firmly established as cult heroes, Uncle Acid and the deadbeats consolidated The Night Creeper's triumph by touring the world extensively, including a string of sold out shows in the U.S., U.K., Europe and Australia. The dystopian soaked Wasteland followed, cementing their reputation, before releasing the bizarro "audio film" concept album Nell'ora Blu, which challenged their audience with its exploration of new sounds.

While most musicians seem content to chase their own (or other people's tails), Uncle Acid and the deadbeats remain resolute individualists. Masterfully echoing the magical atmospheres of heavy music’s turbulent past while sounding entirely unlike anything else available to human ears. Having set up their own label Killer Candy Records, with the single "Don't Let It Control You" and new album set for 2026, Uncle Acid and the deadbeats continues to be the deadliest show in town.

UNCLE ACID AND THE DEADBEATS ARE:
Kevin Starrs — Vocals/Lead Guitar
George Hudson — Rhythm Guitar/Vocals
Jus Smith — Bass
Jon Rice —Drums
Rachel Burnett — Keys/Vocals

EIVØR - announces new studio album Tungl; unveils song Drekafljóð / Dragon Maiden

Transcendent Faroese artist Eivør has unveiled the next phase of her remarkable artistic journey. On October 16th this year, Eivør will release her new studio album, Tungl, the Faroese word meaning ‘moon’.

Eivør has offered a deeper glimpse into her newest musical vision with the release of new song Drekafljóð / Dragon Maiden accompanied by a breathtaking video filmed in Svínadalur, Iceland, by director Krassasig (Kristinn Arnar Sigurðsson). Watch Below.

Eivør imparts about the song:

"I’m excited to share my new song, Drekafljóð / Dragon Maiden, with you.

The song is a tribute to the fierce, intuitive force that lives within us all. While my previous single, Healer, explored resilience, Dragon Maiden feels more like an awakening, a reminder of the power that has always been within you.

The song began as a poem that had been quietly living in the back of my mind for a long time. I wanted to capture that beautiful, liberating feeling of letting go of the need to control everything and opening yourself to whatever life may bring. I invited one of my favourite poetic minds, Marjun S. Kjelnæs, to finish the poem with me, and I’m so proud of what we created together.

I produced and recorded the song with my partner in crime, Tróndur Bogason, and my band. I wanted it to feel playful and danceable, while still carrying an undercurrent of melancholy. I love the contrast between movement and stillness, light and shadow, and I think this song lives somewhere between those worlds.

Dragon Maiden is about trusting your intuition, embracing uncertainty, and finding the courage to surrender to life's unfolding. Sometimes the strongest thing we can do is stop trying to control everything and simply allow ourselves to be carried forward. I hope this song encourages people to reconnect with that part of themselves."

Pre-order Tungl here: https://eivor.bfan.link/tungl
Listen to Drekafljóð / Dragon Maiden here: https://eivor.bfan.link/drekafljod

Eivør will spend the summer performing across Europe, appearing at leading festivals including Paléo Festival, Brutal Assault, Summer Breeze and ArcTanGent, while also presenting a select number of headline concerts, including a special open air performance at the iconic Openluchttheater De Goffert amphitheatre in Nijmegen.

To celebrate the release of Tungl, Eivør will present two special album release concerts this October. The first takes place on 17 October at Nordic House in Tórshavn, Faroe Islands, before she returns to Harpa's Eldborg Hall in Reykjavík, Iceland, on 23 October for a unique performance featuring special guest musicians in one of the Nordic region's most iconic concert halls. These intimate events will offer audiences a rare opportunity to experience Tunglperformed in a special setting before Eivør embarks on her extensive international tour.

Eivør will also be undertaking an extensive headline tour across North America later this year, and across Europe and the UK into 2027.

For all tickets please head to: Shows — Eivør

EIVØR: 2026 TOUR DATES

22 Jul - CH Nyon @ Paléo Festival
31 Jul - HU Gyöngyös @ Fekete Zaj Fesztivál
02 Aug - PO Poznań @ TAMA
04 Aug - RO Bucharest @ Quantic 
06 Aug - SI Ljubljana @ Klub CVETLIČARNA
07 Aug - CZ Jaroměř @ Brutal Assault
08 Aug - DE Münster @ Skaters Palace
09 Aug - DE Hannover @ Kulturzentrum Faust
11 Aug - NL Nijmegen @ Openluchttheater de Goffer
12 Aug - DE Dinkelsbühl @ Summer Breeze Open Air
22 Aug - UK Compton Martin @ ArcTanGent Festival
28 Aug - ES Fuengirola @ Sun and Thunder Festival

ALBUM RELEASE SHOWS

17 Oct - FO Tórshavn @ Nordic House 
23 Oct - IS Reykjavík @ Eldborg, Harpa 

EIVØR: NORTH AMERICA 2026

28 Oct 2026 - New York, NY, USA @ Racket
29 Oct 2026 - Washington, DC, USA @ The Howard
30 Oct 2026 - Wilmington, DE, USA @ The Queen
31 Oct 2026 - Montreal, QC, Canada @ Le National
1 Nov 2026 - Boston, MA, USA @ Paradise Rock Club
3 Nov 2026 - Cleveland, OH, USA @ Globe Iron
4 Nov 2026 - Chicago, IL, USA @ Park West
6 Nov 2026 - St. Louis, MO, USA@ The Sovereign
7 Nov 2026 - Madison, WI, USA @ Atwood Music Hall
8 Nov 2026 - Minneapolis, MN, USA @ Fine Line
10 Nov 2026 - Englewood, CO, USA @ Gothic
12 Nov 2026 - Salt Lake City, UT, USA @ Metro Music Hall
13 Nov 2026 - Boise, ID, USA @ Treefort Music Hall
15 Nov 2026 - Seattle, WA, USA @ Neptune Theatre
17 Nov 2026 - Vancouver, Canada @ The Pearl
18 Nov 2026 - Portland, OR, USA @ Wonder Ballroom
20 Nov 2026 - San Francisco, CA, USA @ August Hall
21 Nov 2026 - Los Angeles, CA, USA @ Teragram Ballroom
22 Nov 2026 - San Diego, CA, USA @ House of Blues  

EIVØR: EUROPE 2027

24 Feb 2027 - Copenhagen, Denmark @ Store Vega
26 Feb 2027 - Aarhus, Denmark @ Train
27 Feb 2027 - Hamburg, Germany @ Docks
2 Mar 2027 - Brussels, Belgium @ AB
3 Mar 2027 - Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg @ Kulturfabrik
6 Mar 2027 - Paris, France @ Olympia
7 Mar 2027 - London, UK @ O2 Forum Kentish Town
9 Mar 2027 - Cologne, Germany @ Live Music Hall
10 Mar 2027 - Stuttgart, Germany @ LKA Longhorn
11 Mar 2027 - Frankfurt, Germany @ Batschkapp
13 Mar 2027 - Bern, Switzerland @ Bierhübeli
14 Mar 2027 - Milan, Italy @ Live Club
15 Mar 2027 - Vienna, Austria @ Ottakringer Brauerei
16 Mar 2027 - Munich, Germany @ Kesselhaus
18 Mar 2027 - Prague, Czech Republic @ Roxy
19 Mar 2027 - Dresden, Germany @ Reithalle Straße E
20 Mar 2027 - Berlin, Germany @ Huxleys Neue Welt
21 Mar 2027 - Warsaw, Poland @ Progresja
23 Mar 2027 - Vilnius, Lithuania - Loftas
24 Mar 2027 - Helsinki, Finland @ Kulttuuritalo
26 Mar 2027 - Stockholm, Sweden @ Vasateatern
27 Mar 2027 - Gothenburg, Sweden @ Pustervik  

If Eivør’s last album, Enn, marked the beginning of a darker, more atmospheric phase, her forthcoming release, Tungl – the Faroese word for ‘moon’ – and her first for the powerhouse German metal label Nuclear Blast, sees her reach further into elemental realms than ever before. Immersive, unmoored and steeped in a sense of time-stretched drama where familiar marker points give way as an inner compass emerges over its 10 searching tracks, it’s an album also in tune with a very contemporary need for navigation, self-belief and rejuvenation in the most uncertain of times.

As Eivør herself says:

“Tungl explores the ever-changing cycles of life – its songs move between moments of tenderness and heartache, love and loss, and the emotional tides that shape us. Like the moon that inspired its title, Tungl serves as a gentle guide through life’s darker passages, illuminating the beauty, resilience, and transformation found along the way.”

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Colorblind Drop New Song "The Countdown"

Austin, Texas quartet Colorblind  vocalist Travis Moseley, drummer Tyler Moseley, bassist Nicholas Asper, and guitarist Justin Page — are sharing "THE COUNTDOWN," the latest track from their upcoming debut album Who Sold You This Truth ++ Was It Yours To Hold. The album arrives on August 28 via Solid State. Pre-order it here.

 Listen to the song and watch the visualizer below.

The song offers the band's fresh take on a familiar and relatable topic — heartbreak.

"This one felt like it fit so beautifully with the album's themes because it's not really about heartbreak alone—it's about the beliefs we carry into love," says Moseley. "I've always been so trapped between hope and the expectation of loss. The relationship becomes a mirror reflecting old wounds, fears, and identities that haven't fully healed."

Ultimately, Colorblind stand apart because they've never tried to fit in.

Since forming in 2017, the Austin, Texas quartet has forged its own lane in modern heavy music, one captivating song, one sold-out show, and one explosive festival set at a time. They've grown into one of the scene's most compelling new voices, powered by breakout singles like "Motionless," "Needle Eye," and "Letdown" (as featured on SiriusXM Octane), racking up more than 30 million streams in the process.

Their "dreamcore" sound thrives on contrast, blending thundering, detuned riffs with ambient textures and pop-forward melody – pairing weight and atmosphere in a way that feels both immediate and immersive. Beneath that dynamic lies an emotional honesty that has shaped their music from the very beginning: Early independent releases, including their self-titled EP, introduced that core, with songs like "Ghosts" revealing a deeply personal perspective that quickly resonated with listeners. The connection carried into their label debut, WHO SOLD YOU THIS TRUTH, expanding their sound and reach onto tours with blessthefall, Miss May I and Dayseeker, along with major festival stages. Now, with a debut full-length on the horizon and their first headlining tour ahead, Colorblind's future remains wide open, with many more career-defining highs on the horizon with each and every step forward.

Colorblind will return to the road this fall with Catch Your Breath. All dates are below.

COLORBLIND ON TOUR:
WITH CATCH YOUR BREATH:

10/16 — Cincinnati, OH — Bogart’s
10/17 — Chicago, IL — The Vic Theatre
10/18 — Minneapolis, MN — The Fillmore
10/20 — St. Louis, MO — The Hawthorn
10/21 — Lawrence, KS — The Granada
10/23 — Denver, CO — Summit Music Hall
10/24 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Depot
10/25 — Boise, ID — Knitting Factory
10/27 — Portland, OR — Roseland Theater
10/28 — Seattle, WA — Showbox SoDo
10/30 — Sacramento, CA — Channel 24
10/31 — Santa Ana, CA — The Observatory
11/1 — Tempe, AZ — Marquee Theatre
11/3 — San Antonio, TX — Vibes Event Center
11/5 — Destin, FL — Club LA
11/7 — Orlando, FL — The Beacham
11/8 — Atlanta, GA — Tabernacle
11/10 — Charlotte, NC — The Underground
11/11 — Norfolk, VA — The NorVa
11/13 — New York, NY — Irving Plaza
11/14 — Boston, MA — Big Night Live
11/15 — New Haven, CT — Toad’s Place
11/17 — Montreal, QC — Club Soda
11/19 — Toronto, ON — The Danforth Music Hall
11/20 — Detroit, MI — Saint Andrew’s Hall
11/21 — Cleveland, OH — Globe Iron
11/23 — Grand Rapids, MI — The Intersection
11/24 — Columbus, OH — Newport Music Hall
11/25 — Pittsburgh, PA — Roxian Theatre
11/27 — Allentown, PA — Archer Music Hall
11/28 — Baltimore, MD — Nevermore Hall
11/30 — Nashville, TN — Brooklyn Bowl
12/1 — Springfield, MO — Regency Live
12/2 — Little Rock, AR — The Hall
12/4 — Dallas, TX — The Studio @ The Bomb Factory
12/5 — Oklahoma City, OK — Diamond Ballroom

Avant-Grind Extremists SQUID PISSER Release New Single + Music Video

SQUID PISSER — the brainchild of Tommy Meehan (Grodius Maximus of GWAR) — shares their new single "Fart F***** F*** Face," taken from their long-awaited full-length EP,'Throat Slave,' set for release on August 28th via Skin Graft Records / Sweatband Records. The new track arrives alongside an official music video.

On the new single, Baxter Yogurt explains:

“Our new single is about what can happen when you spend your life pretending to be someone you’re not. Denying yourself doesn’t make those feelings disappear. It can turn them into anger, bitterness, and hatred toward people who have the courage to live honestly. The song is about trusting yourself and refusing to become another miserable hypocrite telling everyone else how to live.”

Watch the Visualizer Below:

Following the sensory overload of 2024's 'Dreams of Puke,' Los Angeles slime merchants SQUID PISSER return with 'Throat Slave,' a "full-length EP" featuring five original songs, six demented remixes, and a foreboding introduction that pushes the band's increasingly strange universe into darker territory.

While retaining the band's trademark volatility and sonic intensity, 'Throat Slave' marks a significant evolution, embracing greater groove, atmosphere, and dynamic tension. It also serves as the first SQUID PISSER release to prominently feature the creative contributions of guitarists Michael Armendariz and Raz Azraai, expanding the band's sonic palette while preserving its uniquely unstable identity.

Side A explores paranoia, confrontation, self-examination, and release, using imagery of decay and mutation to examine the struggle to reclaim one's identity from manipulation and illusion. Side B transforms that vision through remixes by Plack Blague, Hyper Gal, Drumcorps, Fartbarf, Ecology: HomeStones, dj Embryonic Petit Sac, and KK Null (Zeni Geva), reimagining the material as electronic hallucinations, industrial rituals, mutant dance music, and psychedelic fever dreams.

Paired with the luminous, unsettling artwork of Bora Murmure, 'Throat Slave' emerges as SQUID PISSER's most immersive and adventurous release yet, occupying a space between nightmare and revelation.

As Baxter Yogurt puts it, “'Throat Slave' is a collection of songs about defending your identity from parasites... Whether they're people, institutions, bad habits, or the voice in your own head telling you to play it safe. The record is filled with bodily fluids, vermin, disease, and decay because that's what these forces feel like when they're attached to you and feeding. Every song is a battle between self-determination and surrender. The answer isn't self-improvement or enlightenment... It's trusting yourself enough to reject what's false. Don't become somebody else's 'Throat Slave.'

Pre-Order 'Throat Slave' HERE

SQUID PISSER Live:

"Tumors Across America Tour"

August 19 - Long Beach, CA @ Alex's Bar

August 20 - Sacramento, CA @ Cafe Colonial

August 21 - Petaluma, CA @ Phoenix Theatre

August 22 - Palmdale, CA @ Transplants

August 23 - Cottonwood, AZ @ Queen B Vinyl

August 24 - Silver City, NM @ Whiskey Creek

August 25 - El Paso, TX @ EP Underground

August 27 - Austin, TX @ Lost Well

August 28 - Houston, TX @ The End

August 29 - New Orleans, LA @ Poor Boys

August 30 - Birmingham, AL @ The Nick

August 31 - Atlanta, GA @ 529

September 1 - Piedmont, SC @ Tribbles

September 2 - Charlotte, NC @ Snug Harbor

September 3 - Asheville, NC @ Static Age Records

September 4 - Cookeville, TN @ Muddy Roots

September 5 - Harrisburg, PA @ Capitol City Music Center

September 6 - Montague, MA @ RPM Fest

September 7 - Wallingford, CT @ Cherry Street Station

September 8 - Philadelphia, PA @ Nikki Lopez

September 9 - Youngstown, OH @ Westside Bowl

September 10 - Chicago, IL @ Livewire

September 11 - Sioux Falls, SD @ The Den

September 12 - Lincoln, NE @ Reverb

September 13 - Kansas City, MO @ MiniBar

Supporting The Dillinger Escape Plan

October 25 - Portland, OR @ Revolution Hall

October 26th - Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom

October 27th - Seattle, WA @ Neptune Theatre

SQUID PISSER are: (Album Lineup)

Baxter Yogurt aka Tommy Meehan – Vocals, Guitar, Bass

Michael Armendariz – Guitar, Backing Vocals

Raz Azraai – Guitar

Seth Carolina – Drums

Live Band:

Baxter Yogurt - Vocals

Michael Armendariz - Guitar

Raz Azraai - Guitar

Rusty Kennedy - Bass

Brady Kennedy - Drums

Chart-Topping Rock Heavyweights THEORY OF A DEADMAN Releases New Single "Funeral Song" + Lyric Video

Chart-topping veterans THEORY OF A DEADMAN are proud to release their new single, "Funeral Song," taken from the upcoming EP, 'Part 1: Funeral Songs,' set for release on September 4, 2026 via ONErpm.

Marking a new chapter for the band, comprising Tyler Connolly, Dave Brenner, Dean Back, and Joe Dandeneau, the upcoming EP delivers their signature mix of gritty riffs, anthemic hooks, and unfiltered lyricism with a renewed sense of urgency.

On the new track, Connolly shares:

“We’ve all had that person that we wish would go away or just crawl up and die. That's the anthem here with 'Funeral Song.' But like a lot of things we do over here at the THEORYheadquarters, it’s to be taken in jest as we always promote taking the moral high ground. Ironically after all these years this is the first song we’ve written about a 'DEADMAN.'"

Watch the Lyric Video for "Funeral Song" Below:

Stream / Listen to "Funeral Song" HERE

THEORY OF A DEADMAN have carved out their own lane as one of modern rock’s most unapologetic forces, racking up multi-platinum hits, chart-topping albums, and sold-out shows worldwide. Blending witty, candid songwriting with undeniable riffs and massive melodic hooks, the Canadian quartet—Tyler Connolly, Dean Back, Dave Brenner, and Joe Dandeneau—have built a career defined by both attitude and staying power.

From fan favorites like “Santa Monica” to gold-certified hit “All Or Nothing,” platinum singles “Hate My Life” and “Bitch Came Back,” and the double-platinum “Not Meant To Be,” the band has delivered a steady stream of rock staples. They’ve landed twelve Top 10 hits on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Chart, including four #1 singles: “Bad Girlfriend,” “Lowlife,” “History Of Violence,” and “Rx (Medicate).” The latter stands as the biggest hit of their career, earning a nomination for “Rock Song of the Year” at the iHeartRadio Music Awards.

Along the way, TOAD have achieved two Top 10 debuts on the Billboard 200, four Top 5 debuts on the Canadian Albums Chart, and multiple Juno Award nominations, while drawing praise from outlets including American Songwriter, Billboard, and Classic Rock Magazine.

Now, THEORY OF A DEADMAN are ready to further their prolific career with the release of their new EP, 'Part 1: Funeral Songs,' out on September 4th with ONErpm.

Pre-Order 'Part 1: Funeral Songs' HERE

THEORY will be embarking on The Dead / Seven Tour alongside fellow heavyweights Sevendust. The tour is scheduled to kick off on August 7th in Duluth, MN, and run through September 29th, where it ends in Bozeman, MT.  Along the way, it will make stops in Fargo, ND (August 11), Detroit, MI (August 23), Atlanta, GA (September 5), Corpus Christi, TX(September 12), and Riverside, CA (September 20) to name a few. For a full list of dates, please see below.

THEORY OF A DEADMAN Live:

THE DEAD / SEVEN TOUR 2026

Aug 7 - Duluth, MN @ DECC Arena

Aug 8 - Rochester, MN @ Mayo Civic Center

Aug 9 - Omaha, NE @ The Astro Theater

Aug 11 - Fargo, ND @ Scheels Arena

Aug 12 - Bismarck, ND @ Bismarck Event Center

Aug 14 - Aberdeen, SD @ Brown County Fair

Aug 15 - Morton, MN @ Jackpot Junction Casino (Theory only)

Aug 16 - Green Bay, WI @ EPIC Event Center

Aug 18 - Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave / Eagles Club

Aug 19 - Decatur, IL @ The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater

Aug 21 - Gary, IN @ Hard Rock Live Northern Indiana

Aug 22 - Grand Rapids, MI @ GLC Live at 20 Monroe

Aug 23 - Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore Detroit

Aug 25 - Poughkeepsie, NY @ MJN Convention Center

Aug 27 - Hampton Beach, NH @ Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom

Aug 28 - Hampton Beach, NH @ Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom

Aug 29 - New Haven, CT @ College Street Music Hall

Sep 4 - Anderson, SC @ Wendell's Dippin Branch

Sep 5 - Atlanta, GA @ The Tabernacle

Sep 6 - Dothan, AL @ The Plant

Sep 8 - New Orleans, LA @ The Fillmore New Orleans

Sep 9 - Houston, TX @ Bayou Music Center

Sep 10 - San Antonio, TX @ Boeing Center at Tech Port

Sep 12 - Corpus Christi, TX @ Concrete Street

Sep 13 - Midland, TX @ Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center

Sep 15 - El Paso, TX @ Abraham Chavez Theatre

Sep 16 - Phoenix, AZ @ Marquee Theatre

Sep 18 - Las Vegas, NV @ Bel-Aire Backyard at Durango Casino & Resort

Sep 19 - Del Mar, CA @ The Sound at Del Mar

Sep 20 - Riverside, CA @ Riverside Municipal Auditorium

Sep 22 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Rockwell at the Complex

Sep 23 - Idaho Falls, ID @ Mountain America Center

Sep 25 - Boise, ID @ Revolution Concert House

Sep 26 - Umatilla, OR @ Rock The Locks Festival (No Return to Dust)

Sep 28 - Great Falls, MT @ The Newberry

Sep 29 - Bozeman, MT @ Gallatin County Fairgrounds

Oct 1 - Sacramento, CA @ Aftershock Festival (No Return to Dust)

THEORY OF A DEADMAN are:

Tyler Connolly - Vocals, Guitars, Keys

Dean Back - Bass

Dave Brenner - Guitar

Joe Dandeneau - Drums, Vocals

SERIOUS BLACK Announce New Studio Album Keeper Of The Light; First Single & Video "Last Man Standing" Out Now

Power metal force SERIOUS BLACK has announced the release of their brand-new studio album, Keeper Of The Light, arriving on January 29, 2027 via PERCEPTION – A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music. In support, the band will embark on an extensive tour throughout Europe with RHAPSODY OF FIRE and support bands.

Marking the band's next chapter, the album once again showcases everything fans have come to expect from SERIOUS BLACK: massive guitar riffs, driving rhythms, soaring melodies and the unmistakable vocals of Nikola Mijic, all wrapped in a powerful, modern production by Mario Lochert and Bob Katsionis.

Bringing together energy, emotion, melody and uncompromising power metal passion, Keeper Of The Light continues the band's impressive evolution while staying true to the sound that has earned them international success, frenetically-acclaimed live shows worldwide and a loyal fanbase.

The album is now available for pre-save and pre-order: https://seriousblack.rpm.link/keeperPR

To celebrate the announcement, SERIOUS BLACK have released the album's first single, "Last Man Standing," accompanied by a brand-new official music video. The song delivers an uplifting anthem about perseverance, self-belief and refusing to give up, even when faced with doubt, ridicule and resistance.

"For me, this song is more relevant than ever when you look at today's society", Mario Lochert reveals. "Someone who believes in themselves, pursues their own goals and wants to achieve something is often laughed at or not taken seriously. You hear comments like: 'You'd be better off learning a proper trade' or are simply labelled a weirdo. It was no different for me back then. But the initial laughter later turned into envy and resentment. Last Man Standing is precisely about this journey and about staying true to your own path despite all the opposition."

Stream the single: https://seriousblack.rpm.link/standingPR 

Watch the official video below:

Since their formation, SERIOUS BLACK have established themselves as one of the leading names in modern power metal. Combining the experience of musicians from renowned metal acts with memorable songwriting, crushing guitars, anthemic choruses and emotionally charged melodies, the band has built a strong international reputation. 

With multiple charting releases, more than 200 concerts worldwide, and acclaimed performances at major festivals and tours across Europe, Asia and beyond, SERIOUS BLACK continue to prove why they remain one of the genre's most compelling live acts. Keeper Of The Light perfectly captures the band's trademark blend of power, melody and passion while pushing their sound forward with renewed energy.

All of the eleven songs on the album will see SERIOUS BLACK stylistically return to its roots. Straight, classic power metal - the sound the band once became known for - reigns again. "The return to what once characterized us was already indicated on "Vengeance Is Mine" and "Rise Of Akhenaton"," Lochert explains the natural evolution of the band and adds: "Since joining five years ago, our singer Nikola Mijic has turned out to be a real jewel for us. Because of his expressive voice and his intuitive feeling for great melodies, the songs have gained more clarity and a more direct presence."

SERIOUS BLACK is:
Nikola Mijic – Vocals
Mario Lochert – Bass
Dominik Sebastian – Guitar
Maurus Mayer – Guitar, Keys
Christian Widmann – Drums


More on SERIOUS BLACK:
https://serious-black.com
https://www.facebook.com/seriousblackofficial
https://www.instagram.com/seriousblack.official
https://www.youtube.com/@seriousblackofficial4392

Olive Vox Announce Debut EP; Drop New Single "Hear Me Out"

Texas alt-rock quartet Olive Vox return with their new single and official video “Hear Me Out”, out now via Big Machine Rock. The track arrives alongside the announcement of the band’s forthcoming EP, Trace It Back, set for release on Friday, September 18. Fans can stream “Hear Me Out” HERE, watch the official video BELOW, and pre-order / pre-save Trace It Back HERE.

Built around the exhausting weight of guilt, memory, and self-punishment, “Hear Me Out” pulls Olive Vox deeper into the emotionally direct world that has been taking shape across recent singles “BABYDOLL”, “T.A.N.G.O.”, “Dying Breath”, “14 Years”, and “We Are Not The Same”. Sharp, urgent, and unflinching, the track finds the band wrestling with the version of yourself you cannot quite outrun, even when everyone else has already made peace with leaving it in the past.

Speaking on the new single, Olive Vox share:

“Hear Me Out” is about being trapped in a loop of guilt where you just can’t seem to move past your own history. While you recognize that others can judge you based on your past actions—and you accept their right to see you that way—the real struggle is your inability to do the same for yourself. You feel stuck in a cycle of self-punishment, constantly replaying old mistakes and making healing impossible. It’s that raw, exhausting feeling of knowing you deserve to move on, but being unable to let go of the version of yourself you used to be.”

The accompanying video mirrors that emotional pressure, drawing viewers into the band’s increasingly defined visual world of distorted nostalgia, fractured memory, and familiar spaces made strange. Across both the song and video, Olive Vox continue to sharpen the contrast that sits at the centre of their rising identity: a young band writing with uncommon weight about grief, self-destruction, regret, and the slow, ugly work of trying to change.

The single also opens the door to Trace It Back, a debut EP that gathers the band’s recent output into one emotionally connected body of work. Across the EP, Olive Vox move through past mistakes, toxic cycles, personal reckoning, and the uneasy freedom that comes with finally saying the quiet part out loud.

Speaking on the EP, vocalist Parker James shares:

“The Trace It Back EP compiles past and pre-existing transgressions. I aimed to be more direct and honest in my lyrics, rather than being elusive. I found myself oversharing personal details, which led to regret and overthinking. Due to my anxieties, I became very closeted and shut off. Realizing that it was actually affecting me more than just being my true self, I decided I wouldn’t care about what I wrote as long as it made me happy. This EP serves as a collection and a snapshot of a time and place in my life where I was struggling.” 

The announcement comes as Olive Vox continue to build serious momentum both online and onstage, now surpassing 1.5 million cross-platform streams and 1.89 million YouTube views. Following recent US runs with Badflower and Raue, and a recent appearance at Camp Woodward, the band will join The Toadies for a full US support run beginning August 6 in Charleston, SC and wrapping October 3 in Ventura, CA.

Olive Vox

US Tour Dates with The Toadies

8/6: Charleston, SC - Charleston Music Hall 

8/7: Norfolk, VA - The NorVa

8/8: Baltimore, MD - Nevermore Hall 

8/9: Wilmington, DE - The Queen

8/11: Allentown, PA - Archer Hall

8/13: Albany, NY - Empire Live

8/15: Detroit, MI - Saint Andrew’s Hall

8/16: Columbus, OH - Newport Music Hall

8/19: Little Rock, AR - The Hall 

8/20: Tyler, TX - True Vine Brewing Co.

8/21: Helotes, TX - Josabi’s

9/17: Des Moines, IA - The Rave

9/18: Columbia, MO - The Blue Note 

9/19: Indianapolis, IN - Hi-Fi Annex 

9/21: St. Louis, MO - The Pageant 

9/23: Kansas City, MO - The Truman

9/24: Tulsa, OK - Cain’s Ballroom

9/25: Canyon, TX - The Lumberyard 

9/26: Santa Fe, NM - The Bridge 

9/29: Flagstaff, AZ - Orpheum Theater

10/2: Las Vegas, NV - Brooklyn Bowl

10/3: Ventura, CA - Ventura Theater

Corey Kent & Jason Aldean Unite for Anthem "Rather Be Here"; 'Heartland Rock and Roll' Arrives 9/25

Multi-Platinum Sony Music Nashville recording artist Corey Kent is joined by country superstar Jason Aldean on his new song, "Rather Be Here," available everywhere today. The collaboration marks another preview of Kent's forthcoming album, Heartland Rock and Roll, due Sept. 25. 

Listen to “Rather Be Here”  Below.

Written by Michael Hardy, James McNair, Josh Miller, Morgan Wallen and Daniel Ross, "Rather Be Here" is a rowdy, feel-good anthem celebrating the unmistakable magic of a Saturday night at the local honky tonk. Fueled by a sing-along hook and southern rock swagger, the track captures this simple truth:

"There's nothing I love more about music than playing live, which is why this song resonated so deeply with me," shares Kent. "The energy from a rowdy Saturday night honky tonk crowd is the spirit of this track."

Kent continues, "I really wanted to capture a '70s-style southern rock vibe, and I'm so lucky to have my big brother in country music, Jason Aldean, on this one. It's still surreal every time I hear his voice come in on verse two. Nobody has blended country and rock & roll better than Jason. His early stuff was such an inspiration to me as an artist, so having him on this song is perfect. It has such an infectious, sing-along quality to it, and I can't wait to hear folks sing it with us at shows."

"Rather Be Here" continues the rollout of Heartland Rock and Roll, Kent's highly anticipated third major-label album and the project that finally puts a name to the sound he's spent years building.

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

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

The new collaboration follows a string of standout releases from the album, including his recent blockbuster single,"Rocky Mountain Low" featuring Koe Wetzel, fan favorite and current single, "Empty Words," which is already Top 50 and climbing on the Billboard Country Airplay Chart following early release due to overwhelming demand and millions of weekly streams, along with "Wannabe," and "Cigarette Burns."

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

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

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

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

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

CARLY PEARCE RETURNS TO APPALACHIAN ROOTS IN TIMELESS NEW BLUEGRASS TRACK “WHAT IF YOU LOVED ME” WITH DAN TYMINSKI AND MOLLY TUTTLE

GRAMMY, CMA and ACM-Award winning country star Carly Pearce highlights her Bluegrass and Appalachian roots in timeless new song out today, “What If You Loved Me” with two of the genre’s powerhouses, Dan Tyminski and Molly Tuttle. Rich vocal performances melt into tight harmonies as they sing about longing and possibility, layered on top of Tyminski’s mandolin and Tuttle’s clawhammer banjo and guitar. Simultaneously classic and contemporary, “What If You Loved Me” honors tradition for a standout offering from the trio. Listen to the track HERE and watch the official music video BELOW.

“Bluegrass is such a cherished part of who I am as it’s where I got my start,” says Pearce. “To record a song that honors my roots with two artists that I have deep respect and admiration for is not only a special moment, but very emotional. 10-year-old Carly who grew up singing in bluegrass bands would be over the moon to know she has a song with Dan and Molly (as is present-day Carly!). This is the perfect moment in my career to show fans this side of my heart.”

“What If You Loved Me”  is the latest preview of Pearce’s highly anticipated fifth studio album, Honest Woman, which will arrive August 28 via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. Co-produced by Pearce with longtime collaborator Ben West, Honest Woman sees Pearce embrace every aspect of who she was, is, and will become through narrative-driven lyrics and a sonic return to form. Including features with Riley Green, Dan Tyminski and Molly Tuttle, the album leans into her bluegrass origins and focuses on authentic country craftsmanship. Honest Woman is an ‘honest’ portrayal of life’s journey delivered by a woman who understands that it’s the fullness of time that defines you. Pre-order, pre-add, and pre-save the album HERE and find the full track list below.

In addition to today’s release, Pearce’s forthcoming album will include current single and “blockbuster duet” (Billboard) with Riley Green, “If I Don’t Leave I’m Gonna Stay,” along with the “lilting portrait of a femme free spirit” (MusicRow) “She Don’t,” the “delightfully snarky & sassy” (Music Row) “You Can Have Him,” “honest anthem” (Rolling Stone) “Church Girl” and the “unfiltered, introspective” (Billboard) “Dream Come True.” As Pearce is readying Honest Woman, each track continues to define “the tone for her most vulnerable era yet” (The Tennessean).

To support the album, Pearce will be performing special two-night residencies across North America. Kicking off September 10 with two nights in Detroit, Pearce will bring her “Honest Woman: Up Close” live shows presented by Conundrum Wines to intimate venues in Chicago, Minneapolis, Los Angeles, Toronto and Boston before concluding with two nights in New York City. Belle Frantz will join Pearce as support. Tickets are on sale now.

CARLY PEARCE - “HONEST WOMAN: UP CLOSE” ROUTING

Thursday, September 10 – Detroit, MI – Saint Andrew’s Hall*
Friday, September 11 – Detroit, MI – Saint Andrew’s Hall*
Wednesday, September 16 – Chicago, IL – Joe’s on Weed*
Thursday, September 17 – Chicago, IL – Joe’s on Weed*
Friday, September 18 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line*
Saturday, September 19 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line*
Sunday, September 27 – Los Angeles, CA – The Troubadour*
Tuesday, September 29 – Los Angeles, CA – GRAMMY Museum
Thursday, October 15 – Toronto, ON – Toronto Opera House*
Friday, October 16 – Toronto, ON – Toronto Opera House*
Sunday, October 18 – Boston, MA – The Sinclair*
Monday, October 19 – Boston, MA – The Sinclair*
Wednesday, October 21 – New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre*
Thursday, October 22  – New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre*

*With support from Belle Frantz

Swedish Folk Metallers FEJD Release Title Track from Upcoming Album + Lyric Video

Today, Swedish folk metal pioneers FEJD release the title track from their highly anticipated fifth full-length album, ‘Nifelheim,’ set for release on August 21, 2026 via Black Lodge / Sound Pollution. The new single arrives alongside a lyric video, available below.

"Nifelheim" invites listeners to embrace a realm of death and ice, the track opens the gates to a world steeped in ancient Nordic myth and mysticism.

From the very first note, “Nifelheim” draws the listener into a landscape of forgotten legends, carried by powerful arrangements and the evocative spirit of Nordic melancholy. With their signature blend of traditional folk instruments and modern metal, FEJD once again demonstrate why they are regarded as one of the leading names in folk metal.

Bridging two worlds with remarkable authenticity, the band combines the strength and intensity of heavy metal with the rich melodies, timeless traditions, and haunting beauty of Nordic folk music. The result is a captivating and immersive musical journey that sets the tone for what promises to be FEJD's most ambitious album to date.

Pre-Order 'Nifelheim' HERE

FEJD are:

Patrik Rimmerfors: Lead vocals, bouzouki

Niklas Rimmerfors: Moraharpa (keyed fiddle)

Esko Salow: Drums

Lennart Specht: Keyboard

Thomas Antonsson: Bass

coldrain Announce New Album 'OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE' Out September 25 via Century Media Records

Alt-metal quintet coldrain (Nagoya, Japan) make their global return with their long awaited eighth full-length album “OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE”, set for release on September 25th, 2026, via Century Media Records. The album announcement is paired with the release of their new single EX-HUMANITY,” which marks the sixth track unveiled from the upcoming album and the band's first new song since the release of the “OPTIMIZE” EP on October 24th, 2025. The EP includes the band’s prior single releases INCOMPLETE, CHASING SHADOWS, and FREE FALL, all of which will also be featured on the forthcoming album.

PRE-SAVE/BUY THE NEW ALBUM HERE

LISTEN TO “EX-HUMANITY” HERE

& WATCH THE MUSIC VIDEO BELOW:

coldrain announced their “OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE JAPAN TOUR” last month, which will be happening from October to December 2026. Additionally, the band has been confirmed as one of the support acts for Electric Callboy’s “TANZNEID WORLD TOUR” tour in Australia for September 2026, alongside Ice Nine Kills. The band will also play at various festivals across Japan this summer.

All dates and further info here: https://coldrain.jp/blogs/live 



- “TANZNEID WORLD TOUR” w/ Electric Callboy & Ice Nine Killls -

04.09.2026 - Australia, Perth: RAC Arena

06.09.2026 - Australia, Adelaide: Adelaide Entertainment Centre Arena

08.09.2026 - Australia, Melbourne: Rod Laver Arena

10.09.2026 - Australia, Sydney: Qudos Bank Arena

12.09.2026 - Australia, Brisbane: Riverstage

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- OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE JAPAN TOUR 2026 -

06.10.2026 - Japan, Kawasaki: CLUB CITTA'

10.10.2026 - Japan, Hiroshima: BLUE LIVE HIROSHIMA

17.10.2026 - Japan, Fukuoka: UNITED LAB

21.10.2026 - Japan, Sapporo: PENNY LANE24

22.10.2026 - Japan, Sapporo: PENNY LANE24

01.11.2026 - Japan, Kanazawa: EIGHT HALL

03.11.2026 - Japan, Niigata: NIIGATA LOTS

29.11.2026 - Japan, Sendai: SENDAI GIGS

01.12.2026 - Japan, Osaka: NAMBA HATCH

02.12.2026 - Japan, Nagoya: COMTEC PORTBASE

09.12.2026 - Japan, Tokyo: TOYOSU PIT

The title OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE is itself a warning: a caution against a world in which the rise of AI has come to symbolize humanity’s growing confusion over what it means to be human. More than a framework of “against AI” or “against technology,” this album calls for the liberation of the soul in response to a world that is steadily being bleached of color, and to the brutality of people who, having stopped thinking for themselves, continue to hurt one another. That is the reason coldrain continues to fight. And OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE is the album where that essence appears more youthful, pure, and unfiltered than ever before - a human fuse burning toward ignition.

Coldrain, the quintet that is about to release their 8th album, first emerged in Japan in 2007, proudly identifying themselves as a “loud rock” band. Their songwriting, heavily influenced by the nu-metal and emo/screamo movements of the 2000s, resonated directly with the youth culture of America at the time. Yet in the Japanese rock scene of that era, “loud music” was still largely associated with melodic punk and pop-punk. As a result of that advance, coldrain absorbed musical elements far beyond nu-metal and screamo alone. While maintaining melodies that carried a distinctly Japanese sense of emotion, they transformed into a chimera capable of crossing through every subgenre of rock. Their ability to be both heavy and endlessly pop became their greatest weapon.

Now, especially since joining forces with Century Media Records, the very fact that their music cannot be defined by a single attribute - and the very “in-between” quality of their style - has become a musical identity unconstrained by borders or genres, radiating an originality that stands among the strongest in the world. 

coldrain are a band whose lives were changed by music that could never have been born in Japan, and yet they themselves are a hybrid that could only have emerged from the Galápagos-like environment of Japan. That is coldrain. Rather than needing to acquire a new place, coldrain were able to turn simply “being themselves” into music in its most unfiltered form. As a result, OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE is pierced throughout by a youthful rawness that feels almost impossible for a band nearing twenty years since its formation.

coldrain are:

Masato – Vocals

Y.K.C - Guitar

Sugi - Guitar

RxYxO - Bass Guitar

Katsuma - Drums

IN THIS MOMENT KICK OFF NEXT ERA WITH NEW SINGLE + MUSIC VIDEO "CRAWL" — WATCH // NEW ALBUM "WITCH" OUT 8/28

IN THIS MOMENT, the GRAMMY® Award-nominated, multi-platinum heavy alternative force of nature, return today with a new single and music video entitled "Crawl." Listen HERE. Watch the music video BELOW.

Most importantly, however, it heralds the arrival of their ninth full-length offering and debut LP for Better Noise Music, WITCH, on AUGUST 28. Pre-order + pre-save HERE.

"Crawl" seethes and surges in signature IN THIS MOMENT style. Anchored by a gut-punching riff and seismic vocals courtesy of inimitable frontwoman MARIA BRINK, the song sets its hooks in, holds tight, and never lets go. It's worthy of obsessing over—like all of the group's best material over the years.

About the track, IN THIS MOMENT, Brink offers, "'Crawl' is a reckoning — a reflection that those who dominate and cause pain will ultimately reap what they sow. As above, so below. The fall is inevitable. Bearing witness to the harm they inflict, the song declares that those who once stood tall will be brought to their knees."

Co-founder and guitarist CHRIS HOWORTH furthers, "'Crawl' is a visceral track that delivers the undeniable observation of powerful entities dominating and abusing the weaker and compromised masses — something that continues to repeat itself throughout human history. The song empowers and, at its core, is about standing up and fighting back." 

However, it's just the beginning. WITCH showcases every side of IN THIS MOMENT: The fury, the femininity, and the fire. It's an 11-track opus that does not relent in intensity and introspection. However, the band didn’t go it alone. This time around, the band tapped friends Dayseeker for "I Want To Believe,"; Kim Dracula for "Heretic,"; and Kat Von D for a cover of the Pink Floyd classic "Another Brick In The Wall." 

"WITCH is my declaration of inner transformation," states Brink. "It's about embracing the duality within — taking pain, persecution, and struggle — and alchemizing them into strength and power. The album reflects both ancient trials and my own journey — where being a 'witch' means being a creator, connected to the universe, manifesting my own reality."

The spell has been cast. Allow WITCH to possess you.

ITM teased this chapter with "Sleeping With The Enemy." Beyond reeling in over 1 million streams, it earned critical acclaim. Rock Sound hailed it as “blistering,” and Revolver plugged its power.

Led by the magnetic presence of Brink, the band has turned its fusion of spectacle, vulnerability, and massive melodic hooks into a global phenomenon, earning platinum-certified success and more than two billion career streams along the way.

IN THIS MOMENT will tour this fall as part of Taste Of Chaos. All dates are below.

IN THIS MOMENT ON TOUR:
9/17 — La Crosse, WI —Copeland Park (With Nothing More)
9/19 — Louisville, KY — Louder Than Life Festival

WITH HOLLYWOOD UNDEAD, I SEE STARS, VANA, + MELROSE AVENUE:
9/22 — Charlotte, NC — The Fillmore
9/23 — Raleigh, NC — The Ritz 
9/25 — Virginia Beach, VA — The Dome
9/26 — Reading, PA — The Theatre @ Santander Arena
9/28 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore Silver Spring
9/29 — Worcester, MA — Palladium
9/30 — New Haven, CT — College Street Music Hall
10/3 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave - Eagles Ballroom
10/6 — Grand Rapids, MI — GLC Live at 20 Monroe
10/8 — Omaha, NE — Steelhouse Omaha
10/9 — Waukee, IA — Vibrant Music Hall
10/11 — Chicago, IL — Aragon Ballroom
10/13 — Kansas City, MO — The Midland Theatre
10/14 — Chesterfield, MO — The Factory
10/16 — Houston, TX — House of Blues Houston
10/17 — Dallas, TX — The Bomb Factory
10/19 — Denver, CO — Fillmore Auditorium 
10/20 — Salt Lake City, UT — Rockwell at the Complex
10/21 — Garden City, ID — Revolution Concert House
10/22 — Reno, NV — Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort
10/24 — Maricopa, AZ — Harrah's Ak-Chin
10/25 — Las Vegas, NV — The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
10/26 — Anaheim, CA — House of Blues Anaheim

The next era of In This Moment will amplify everything they've built with this mantra:"Your voice, our flame. Set your truth on fire."

OCEAN SLEEPER Release "My Forever Drug"

Regional Victorian metalcore four-piece Ocean Sleeper today reveals the third taste from their forthcoming sophomore album Peace When I'm Deadout August 21, in the form of new single "My Forever Drug." Listen below.

"My Forever Drug" was written in collaboration with Ocean Sleeper and L.A. producers Jon Lundin (Point North, Sleeping With Sirens) and Curt Martin (Catch Your Breath, Kami Kehoe). It was engineered in Melbourne at Ocean Sleeper guitarist and clean vocalist's Ionei Heckenberg's Studio and mixed and mastered in Portland by Jeff Dunne (Wage War, Knocked Loose, Motionless In White, Disturbed).

Right before kicking off their US tour last year, the band holed up in L.A. to write. It was the band's final day in the US, and a session that almost didn't happen at all. A chance, last-minute call brought them together with Jon Lundin (co-writer on "Break The Cycle") and Curt Martin at Curt's L.A. studio. What followed was pure lightning in a bottle: "My Forever Drug" was written, recorded, and finished, start to finish, in just six hours. No overthinking it, no second-guessing — just a song that showed up fully formed and got out of its own way.

Arriving alongside a haunting music video that completes a three-part narrative journey — one that began with their debut single "Break The Cycle" and continued through "Peace When I'm Dead." The visual pulls no punches, portraying a man trapped in an agonizing time loop, forced to relive the same devastating moment again and again: The loss of his partner to suicide. True to form, Ocean Sleeper refuse to look away from life's darkest corners. With "My Forever Drug" and its gut-wrenching accompanying video, the band once again prove their rare gift for confronting the heaviest, most deeply buried emotions — naming them, honoring them, and setting them free into the world so others might find their own reflection in the pain.

"My Forever Drug" is the final single to arrive prior to the release of Ocean Sleeper's sophomore album Peace When I'm Dead. Capturing the weight of grief, guilt and regret, Peace When I'm Dead showcases Ocean Sleeper's ability to vulnerably explore the darker corners of the human experience, confronting inner turmoil, depression and profound emotional lows head on. The exploration of acknowledging, expressing and releasing deeply felt negative emotions gives Ocean Sleeper's music a great sense of catharsis and connection. 

"After finally breaking into global touring and just returning from another tour throughout the UK and Europe, it gives new meanings in multitudes, appreciation and gratitude for people connecting with our songs," says Karl Spiessl, Ocean Sleeper's vocalist and manager. "Playing the sold out shows overseas and having people already knowing every word to the new songs as well as the old songs is an incredible feeling."

Having fully warmed up on their recent UK/EU tour, Ocean Sleeper will treat Australian fans this September when they hit the road on the Peace When I'm Dead Tour presented by New World Artists and Fireball AU. Their biggest national headline tour begins at Liberty Hall in Sydney on Friday 4th September, hitting The Princess Theatre in Brisbane on Saturday 5th (SOLD OUT), Magnet House in Perth on Thursday 10th, Hindley St Music Hall in Adelaide on Friday 11th, and ending with a massive home state show at the Forum in Melbourne on Saturday 12th September. With Brisbane sold out and tickets to remaining shows flying, fans are urged to get in quickly to avoid missing out. These shows mark just 5 of the 82 shows the band will play across the world in 2026/2027. 

Ocean Sleeper hails from Gippsland in regional Victoria and now stands as the region's biggest and one of the country's most exciting metalcore exports. Their background is core to their identity and the deep connection they share with fans. Despite hailing from a small country town, Ocean Sleeper have never let geographical limits stand in their way — tearing down barriers and defying expectations at every turn. Through fierce self-sufficiency and brutal persistence, the metalcore four-piece have built a vehemently loyal fan base and following throughout Australia, the U.S., and Europe. 

OCEAN SLEEPER TOUR DATES:
Peace When I'm Dead National Tour 2026
Presented by New World Artists and Fireball AU

AUSTRALIA:
9/4 — Sydney, NSW, AU — Liberty Hall: TICKETS
9/5 — Brisbane, QLD, AU — The Princess Theatre: SOLD OUT
9/10 — Perth, WA, AU — Magnet House: TICKETS
9/11 — Adelaide, SA, AU — Hindley Street Music Hall: TICKETS
9/12 — Melbourne, VIC, AU — Forum: TICKETS

UK + EUROPE:
SUPPORTING NEVERTEL:

6/15 — Glasgow, UK — Classic Grand
6/16 — Newcastle, UK — The Cluny
6/17 — Leeds, UK — The Key Club
6/19 — Manchester, UK — Deaf Institute
6/20 — Brighton, UK — Patterns
6/21 — London, UK — Underworld
6/23 — Eindhoven, NL — The Jack
6/24 — Dortmund, DE — FZW Club
6/25 — Leipzig, DE — Conne Island
6/26 — Prague, CZ — Cafe V Lese
6/27 — Vienna, AT — Chelsea
6/29 — Stuttgart, DE — Wizemann Studio
6/30 — Wiesbaden, DE — Kesselhaus
7/1 — Hannover, DE — Lux

NORTH AMERICA:
SUPPORTING NEVERTEL:

9/18 — Louisville, KY — Louder Than Life Festival
9/19 — Grand Rapids, MI — Elevation
9/20 — Detroit, MI — The Sanctuary
9/22 — Omaha, NE — Waiting Room
9/23 — Denver, CO — Marquis Theatre
9/25 — Houston, TX — Studio at Warehouse Live
9/26 — Austin, TX — Come and Take It Live
9/27 — Dallas, TX — House of Blues
9/29 — Memphis, TN — 1884
10/1 — Columbus, OH — A&R Bar
10/2 — Pittsburgh, PA — Preserving Underground
10/3 — Cleveland, OH — Grog Shop
10/4 — Buffalo, NY — Electric City
10/6 — Syracuse, NY — The Song & Dance
10/8 — Worcester, MA — Upstairs at The Palladium
10/9 — New York, NY — Gramercy Theatre
10/10 — Allentown, PA — Arrow
10/11 — Hampton Beach, NH — Wally's
10/13 — Johnson City, TN — Capone's
10/14 — Charleston, SC — Music Farm
10/16 — Birmingham, AL — Workplay
10/17 — Nashville, TN — Ceremony Fest
10/18 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade

INTERNATIONAL WATERS WITH PARKWAY DRIVE:
10/22 — Hellbound Cruise Festival
10/23 — Hellbound Cruise Festival
10/24 — Hellbound Cruise Festival

EUROPE + UK 2027:
SUPPORTING CATCH YOUR BREATH:

1/13 — Dublin, IE — The Academy
1/15 — London, UK — Electric Ballroom
1/16 — Manchester, UK — Manchester Academy 2
1/17 — Glasgow, UK — Garage
1/19 — Birmingham, UK — XOYO
1/20 — Bristol, UK — Bristol Electric
1/22 — Frankfurt am Main, DE — Batschkapp
1/23 — Berlin, DE — Columbia Theater

GLORYHAMMER Release Video for New Single "Ultimate Sacrifice"

Power metal heroes GLORYHAMMER share the first single off of their upcoming album, Space 1993: Wrath of Kor-Virliath, coming October 16 via Napalm Records.

"Ultimate Sacrifice" is a sweeping track filled with epic storytelling. Elder God Kor-Virliath is back to conquer the universe after Zargothrax’s failed ritual, and the Space Kingdom of Fife seems forsaken. But GLORYHAMMER are ready to fight and tell the tale of one of the biggest battles yet — the choirs and orchestral arrangements of "Ultimate Sacrifice" are a first glimpse into the more diverse range of influences and higher production value that the band brings to their catchy songwriting on Space 1993: Wrath of Kor-Virliath. The new track is accompanied by an animated video directed by Alex Henderson. In the style of a TV series, it follows the summoning of Kor-Virliath and the heroes' quest to fight him – to the bitter end.

GLORYHAMMER about "Ultimate Sacrifice":
"Mighty warriors! Prepare for battles of galactic steel! Will Angus McFife V fulfill his dream of flying away on a unicorn? What was the true fate of the Hootsman after he imploded? Find out now, in the next episode of GLORYHAMMER!"

Watch the Animated Video for "Ultimate Sacrifice" Below:

The enemies of Dundee tremble as exalted power metal heroes GLORYHAMMER announce their long-awaited fifth album, Space 1993: Wrath of Kor-Virliath! Due for release on October 16 via Napalm Records, the album is a direct sequel to 2015's Space 1992: Rise of the Chaos Wizards, continuing the epic saga of the McFife dynasty. Space 1993: Wrath of Kor-Virliath follows Angus McFife V, the Crown Prince of Fife last seen in 2022's single "Fly Away," as he ventures into a perilous journey across spacetime that will lead him to the distant future of 1993, where his destiny lies.

Across 11 tracks, the band of heroes draws upon a more diverse range of influences than ever before, without ever compromising on the hook-driven, memorable songwriting that they are known for. From classic power metal to thrash, high energy synth rock to vast, sweeping orchestral soundscapes and more. Produced by the band themselves and mixed by Jacob Hansen (Volbeat, Amaranthe), this is GLORYHAMMER as you've never heard them before.

Will Angus and his allies prevail in this titanic struggle? Or will the galaxy plunge into demonic chaos? Join GLORYHAMMER and find out – For the Eternal Glory of Dundee!

GLORYHAMMER about the new album:
"Mighty warriors, rejoice! The almighty GLORYHAMMER return triumphantly with a new chapter in the long and tumultuous history of the Intergalactic Empire of Fife. Multidimensional wormholes, abandoned space stations, and EPIC BATTLES await at the final frontier of Space 1993. FOR THE ETERNAL GLORY OF DUNDEE!"


Pre-Order Your Copy of Space 1993: Wrath of Kor-Virliath NOW, available in various limited formats:

GLORYHAMMER LIVE 2026:
FESTIVALS:
07/12 — Mogilovo, BG — Midalidare Rock
08/22— Malung, SE — Brothers Of Metal Open Air

ALBUM RELEASE TOUR:
WITH MAJESTICA + ARION

10/16 — Toulouse, FR — Interference
10/17— Villava, ES — Sala Totem Aretoa
10/18 — Madrid, ES — Sala But
10/20 — Barcelona, ES — Razzmatazz 2
10/21 — Lyon, FR — Rayonne
10/23 — Stuttgart, DE — LKA Longhorn
10/24 — Hamburg, DE — Docks
10/25 — Utrecht, NL — Tivoli Vredenburg
10/26 — Copenhagen, DK — Amager Bio
10/28 — Helsinki, FI — Tavastia
10/30 — Stockholm, SE — Fryshuset
10/31 — Gothenburg, SE — Pustervik
11/01 — Oslo, NO — Rockefeller
11/03 — Berlin, DE — Festsaal Kreuzberg
11/04 — Warsaw, PL — Proxima
11/05 — Ostrava, CZ — Club Garage
11/06 — Hanover, DE — Capitol
11/07 — Oberhausen, DE — Turbinenhalle 2
11/08 — Saarbrücken, DE — Garage
11/10 — Vienna, AT — Arena
11/11 — Nuremberg, DE — Hirsch
11/12 — Frankfurt, DE — Batschkapp
11/13 — Munich, DE — Backstage
11/14 — Leipzig, DE — Hellraiser
11/15 — Pratteln, CH — Z7
11/17 — Paris, FR — Machine du Moulin Rouge
11/18 — Antwerp, BE — Trix
11/20 — London, UK — Islington Assembly Hall
11/21 — Manchester, UK — Academy 2
11/22 — Glasgow, UK — Garage

GLORYHAMMER ARE:
Angus McFife V, Crown Prince of Fife — Vocals
Ser Proletius, Grand Master of the Space Knights of Crail — Guitars
The Hootsman, The Barbarian Warrior of Unst, King of California — Bass
Zargothrax, Dark Sorcerer of Auchtermuchty — Keyboards
Ralathor, Mysterious Hermit of Cowdenbeath — Drums

Iconic Hard Rockers NIGHT RANGER Share Newly Remastered Single "Sister Christian (2026)" + Visualizer

Today, hard rock legends NIGHT RANGER are proud to share the newly remastered version of their classic power ballad, "Sister Christian (2026)," taken from their upcoming ‘Best Of’ album, set for release on August 28th via Frontiers Music Srl. The new single arrives alongside an official visualizer, available below.

'Best Of' features newly remixed & remastered versions of classic hits spanning NIGHT RANGER’s illustrious career, alongside some standout tracks from the band’s more recent releases. The album will be released on both CD and Vinyl. The double LP is available in 3 different colors: black, gold, & orange splatter.

"The new 'Best Of' is a celebration of not only our classic hits but also what we’ve created over the last 20 years. And we’re just gonna keep cranking it cause we’re having too much fun to stop! So enjoy the ride and see ya on the road!” Jack Blades

Watch the Visualizer for "Sister Christian (2026)" Below:

Few bands have defined the sound of American melodic rock quite like NIGHT RANGER. From the soaring anthem of “Sister Christian” to the thunderous riffs of “Don’t Tell Me You Love Me," and fan favorites like “You Can Still) Rock in America” this album’s ‘Best Of’ collection captures the very essence of their decades-long career — now refreshed for 2026.

Featuring the classic hits alongside standout tracks from their more recent albums, this compilation spans the full spectrum of NIGHT RANGER’s signature sound: anthemic choruses, blazing guitar solos, and unforgettable melodies. Highlights include the power-pop perfection of “(You Can Still) Rock in America,” the heartfelt balladry of “When You Close Your Eyes,” and the cinematic sweep of “Four in the Morning.”

But the ‘Best Of’ is not just a look back. It also celebrates the band’s creative output over the last 20 years, spotlighting tracks like “Time of Our Lives,” “High Road,” “No Time to Lose,” “Somehow Someway,” and “Truth,” proving that NIGHT RANGER’s energy, songwriting, and musicianship have only grown stronger with time. These songs show that the band continues to innovate while staying true to the melodic rock roots that made them legendary.

The band — Jack Blades (bass and vocals), Kelly Keagy (drums and vocals), Brad Gillis(guitars), Eric Levy (keyboards), and Keri Kelli (guitars) — delivers every track with the energy and precision that have kept NIGHT RANGER at the forefront of rock for more than four decades.

This ‘Best Of” album also features two bonus tracks that make this collection of songs truly special: a fresh take on “Wasted Time” recorded live off the floor at Sweetwater Studios, also accompanied by an exclusive music video, and a festive live performance of “Feliz Navidad” that showcases the band’s playful side.

Perfectly timed ahead of their summer 2026 tour, this ‘Best Of’ album serves as both a definitive introduction for new fans and a must-have collection for longtime followers. Whether revisiting the classics or discovering the new 2026 remasters, NIGHT RANGER’s ‘Best Of’ is a celebration of enduring melodies, electrifying performances, and the unforgettable spirit of one of rock’s most iconic bands.

Pre-Order ‘Best Of’ HERE

NIGHT RANGER Live:

 

7/17/2026 Fond Du Lac County Fair

7/18/2026 – St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino

7/24/2026 – Mahnomen, MN @ Shooting Star Casino

7/25/2026 – Bay City, MI @ Veterans Memorial Park

7/26/2026 – Detroit, MI @ Sound Board inside Motorcity Casino Hotel

8/8/2026 – Lincoln City, IN @ Lincoln State Park Amphitheatre

8/14/2026 – Louisville, KY @ The Louisville Palace

8/15/2026 – Gibson City, IL @ Gibson City Summer Bash

9/4/2026 – Du Quoin, IL @ Du Quoin State Fair

9/6/2026 – Essex Junction, VT @ Champlain Valley Expo

11/13/2026 – Las Vegas, NV @ Kiss Kruise Landlocked in Vegas 2026

11/14/2026 Las Vegas, NV @ Kiss Kruise Landlocked in Vegas 2026

11/15/2026 – Las Vegas, NV @ Kiss Kruise Landlocked in Vegas 2026

2/27/2027 – New Orleans, LA @ The 80s Cruise

2/28/2027 – New Orleans, LA @ The 80s Cruise

3/1/2027 – New Orleans, LA @ The 80s Cruise

3/2/2027 – New Orleans, LA @ The 80s Cruise

NIGHT RANGER are:

Jack Blades: lead vocals, bass guitar

Brad Gillis: lead guitars

Kelly Keagy: lead vocals, drums

Keri Kelly: lead guitars

Eric Levy: keyboards

Emptiness Premiere Nowhere Speaks

On their new album, Nowhere Speaks, experimental metal band Emptiness unlock an unheard dimension that’s governed by their own awe-inspiring logic.  

Nowhere Speaks comes out tomorrow, Friday, July 17 on Season of Mist, but you can hear all ten absorbing songs today by listening to the full album stream below:

Pre-order & pre-save

https://orcd.co/emptinessnowherespeaks

Save for vocals, keyboards and additional effects, Emptiness performed Nowhere Speaks live in the studio, after four years of preparation, rehearsals and tests to ensure the music could be performed with the right weight and intention. This is not a production detail so much as a commitment to a specific kind of tension, the kind that does not survive being assembled in pieces. Emptiness’ previous album, Vide (2021), had no distortion, was sung entirely in French, and existed at the edge of silence; Nowhere Speaks moves in the opposite direction, and does so deliberately, opening exactly where Nothing But The Whole (2014) cut off mid-riff and closing by looping back to that album's opening riff.

From early in their career, EMPTINESS has worked this way: Jérémie Bézier handling production across all its dimensions, Olivier J.L.W. directing the visual work in its entirety. Sound and image conceived, shaped and finalized from within. Nowhere Speaks continues that closed circuit, as it always has been.

Nowhere Speaks is not a return. After the most introverted and isolated record of their career, the band opens outward into density and live intensity. The album, developed over an extended period of time, was composed by Jérémie Bézier and Olivier J.L.W., who oversee its production across both sonic and visual dimensions, bringing the work to completion as a unified whole, committed to tape live in the studio. The structural conceit of opening mid-riff from where Nothing But The Whole ended, and closing with that album's opening riff, is not nostalgia. It is the same logic that has always governed EMPTINESS: the cycle without a fixed point, beginning and ending inside each other, nothing and everything at the same time. The band has spent years demonstrating that they do not move in straight lines. Nowhere Speaks is a continuation from a point the listener was not meant to forget.

Line-up:
Jérémie Bezier — Vocals, Bass
Olivier J.L.W. — Guitars
Simon L. — Guitars
Dea Hydra — Synths
Laye Louhenapessy — Drums

 

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