ANTIMOZDEBEAST Releases Atmospheric New Single "The Temple of Vindication"

Enter into the "The Temple of Vindication" for an atmospheric exploration of introspection. In this new single, ANTIMOZDEBEAST, through an enveloping sound driven by industrial electronics, textural white noise and dream-like spoken lyrics, contains a philosophical questioning of the human experience. 

ANTIMOZDEBEAST is the extreme industrial and electronic black metal project of multi-instrumentalist and producer Gabriel Palacio. "The Temple of Vindication" crawls through inner rebellion and spiritual interrogation, drawing lines between salvation, illusion, and the mind’s desperate attempts to interpret its suffering. This latest offering is taken from the upcoming full length album The Vagrant Unkempt Grave scheduled for release on May 15, 2026.

Seeking to make sense of the world in which we exist, both as an individual and examining the systems of power, "The Temple of Vindication" in its creation is a demonstration of how artistic expression can facilitate a means of escapism. 

ANTIMOZDEBEAST announces the release of its new full length album The Vagrant Unkempt Grave. The record will be self released on May 15, 2026 and represents the next stage in the project’s ongoing examination of spiritual conflict, psychological unrest, and the erosion of collective belief systems.

Pre-Order the album on Bandcamp HERE: https://antimozdebeast.bandcamp.com/album/the-vagrant-unkempt-grave

Active since 2019, ANTIMOZDEBEAST has developed a distinct sound built on harsh electronic structures, ritualistic pacing, and confrontational vocal expression. The Vagrant Unkempt Grave expands this approach into a cohesive meditation on the vagrant soul, the decay of creation, and the search for truth within systems shaped by myth, power, and distortion. The album spans seven tracks across fifty five minutes, including "Solitude", "The Temple of Vindication", and "Torn Mentality", and presents a continuous descent through themes of isolation, belief, manipulation, and internal collapse.

All music on The Vagrant Unkempt Grave is written, performed, recorded, mixed, mastered, and visually conceptualized by Gabriel Palacio. The album reflects a fully autonomous creative process and continues the project’s focus on exposing fractures within religion, politics, and social structures while encouraging critical thought and personal awakening.

Amulets Announce "Rem(a)inders" EP + Share "Black Sheep"

Amulets, the project of Portland-based audio + visual artist Randall Taylor, has unveiled the new single "Black Sheep," the first taken from new EP Rem(a)inders, out April 10 via Pelagic Records.

Against a hazy analogue backdrop, ambient guitars reverberate and echo through the sonic landscape, creating a sensation of weightlessness that is both calming and unsettling. Melancholic and soaring, "Black Sheep" evokes a presence of isolation and longing in the emptiness. Through patient unfolding, this minimalist, poignant atmosphere raises in intensity, deliberate in its unhurried movement, leaving room for each sound to breathe, evolve, and fade into the next.

Amulets' new album Rema(i)nders marks the debut for Pelagic Records, a fitting home for a record that thrives in the liminal space between heaviness and fragility. Deeply immersive, the album navigates the dreamy boundaries between the tangible and the ethereal, where sound behaves as memory itself: Unstable, layered, and quietly transformative. 

Randall Taylor's work uses analog tape and its imperfections to explore themes like degradation and nostalgia and their relationship to technology and to the self. By constructing and modifying tape loops and repurposing antiquated cassette players, Taylor creates dense, never-ending, looping soundscapes for both his live performances and sculptural sound art installations.

Known for his ability to weave soundscapes that evoke powerful emotions with minimalistic instrumentation, Taylor's newest project is a masterful exploration of mood, atmosphere, and texture.

Taylor comments, "Rema(i)nders started as a fragmented collection of songs, memories, ideas, and feelings that I wanted to mash and warp together beyond recognition. What I ended up creating was a beautiful mosaic of texture and light in this darkening world. To remain is to remind. To remind is to remain."

DEAD REGISTER Announces Fiber (10th Anniversary Deluxe Remaster)

Atlanta-based doomgaze trio DEAD REGISTER announces the release of Fiber (10th Anniversary Deluxe Remaster), arriving May 22, 2026 via AVR. Marking ten years since the band’s first full-length album reshaped their trajectory, the anniversary edition restores the original recordings with renewed depth and clarity while preserving the immediacy and emotional weight that made the record endure far beyond its initial release.

Alongside the announcement, DEAD REGISTER unveils the remastered version of the album’s defining centerpiece, "Fiber," available now on all streaming platforms.

Originally recorded in 2016 with minimal overdubs and performed largely live in the studio, Fiber (10th Anniversary Deluxe Remaster) captures DEAD REGISTER at a formative moment when instinct guided every decision. Built entirely from bass instruments, synthesizers, live drums, and voice, the album established the band’s unmistakable low-frequency identity and laid the foundation for a decade of touring and subsequent releases.

"Fiber" stands as one of the most essential compositions in the DEAD REGISTER catalog. Driven by hypnotic repetition and slow-burning tension, the track moves with ritualistic momentum, balancing heaviness with dark melodic restraint. Over the years, it has become a staple of the band’s live performances, frequently closing sets as audiences demand its immersive and cathartic release.

The remastered edition enhances the sonic density of the original recordings without sacrificing their raw human energy. Engineer and mastering specialist Dan Dixon revisited the material to reveal new dimensionality within the performances, allowing the interplay between rhythm, atmosphere, and vocal presence to resonate with greater physical impact.

Fiber (Remastered 10th Anniversary Ed) documents a band discovering its voice in real time. Sequenced as a continuous emotional arc, the album moves through isolation, intimacy, existential reflection, and controlled destruction before returning to its origin point through a newly included live bonus track, "Reverse (Live Bonus Track)," captured during the band’s original 2016 album release performance.

Since its initial release, DEAD REGISTER has continued to evolve through relentless touring and critically acclaimed releases, yet Fiber remains a cornerstone of the band’s identity. The anniversary edition serves both longtime listeners and new audiences, presenting the album as it was meant to be experienced: immersive, physical, and deeply human.

About DEAD REGISTER:

DEAD REGISTER formed in Atlanta, Georgia in 2013 with a singular intention to explore emotional and sonic weight through sound existing almost entirely in the lowest possible register. Built around bass instruments, synthesizers, piano, live drums, and a commanding baritone vocal presence, the band constructs immersive environments that favor atmosphere, tension, and physical impact over convention. The absence of guitar became foundational early on, allowing DEAD REGISTER to carve out a distinct identity rooted in density, space, and hypnotic repetition.

Founded by M. Chvasta and Avril Che, the project quickly evolved from experimentation into a fully realized live entity, later solidified through years of touring across the United States and Canada. The band’s performances emphasize raw execution with no backing tracks or artificial reinforcement, translating studio material into an immediate and visceral live experience shaped by volume, movement, and human interaction. Visual presentation remains inseparable from the music, with Che directing and producing the band’s video work and visual media entirely in-house.

Across multiple releases including Fiber, Captive, Don’t Fail Me, and Alive, DEAD REGISTER has developed a body of work defined by bleak romanticism, dark humor, noir atmosphere, and moments of unexpected vulnerability. Their sound draws from post-metal, gothic rock, industrial textures, and experimental songwriting while remaining resistant to easy classification. Each release expands the emotional vocabulary established at the band’s inception while maintaining an unwavering commitment to authenticity and physical sonic presence.

DEAD REGISTER operates as an ongoing exploration of connection, collapse, desire, and survival. The band continues to refine its approach through relentless live performance, collaborative visual art, and a dedication to creating music that resonates as both personal confrontation and shared catharsis.

DEAD REGISTER is:
 

  • M. Chvasta – Vocals, Bass VI, Bass IV

  • Avril Che – Bass Synth, 88 Keys, Vocals, Visual Media

  • Greg Meisenberg – Drums (Current)

  • Chad Williams - Drums on Fiber


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Gunshine Releases Second Single "Valentine" Ahead of Upcoming Album Grand Rising

Florida rock band Gunshine released their second single, “Valentine,” offering fans a taste of their forthcoming full-length album, Grand Rising, due out digitally on July 24 through vnclm_ /  Create Music Group.

 

The album is now available on limited edition vinyl and CD here:

https://gunshine.diggers.store/

 

 The band unveiled the official music video February 14, Valentine's Day

Watch it Below:

While the digital release of Grand Rising arrives later this summer, fans won’t have to wait long to get their hands on the record. Physical copies of the album, including CD and double vinyl editions, alongside exclusive Gunshine merchandise, are available for purchase online at https://gunshine.diggers.store/ The CD and double vinyl will also be sold through the band at upcoming live shows.

 

"It's the oldest song in my collection and I'm glad it made the cut.  The lyrics were written when I was 15 years old," says Jordan Benson. "Austin and I sat down, came up with an arrangement and there it was.  The song was written about the kind of relationship I wanted to have, perfectly in love.  Regardless of life problems, the love between a couple should always be the easiest."

"Jordan, along with being a great singer, is a great piano player as well.  We wanted to showcase that a bit more on this record.  When he and I were going through song ideas for the record, he mentioned he had an old idea and played me a rough version of the song with piano and one vocal track.  I thought it was really interesting, and had a cool chord progression.  I then took it home and put my spin on some melodies, and had fun with the production. I had a vision to pull it into a dramatic, epic 80's kind of vibe adding a Phil Collins inspired drum loop, Boston inspired lead guitar with the use of the Rockman, and many extra vocal layers," adds Austin Ingerman.

"We tracked the whole record, (except "Goth Girl" and "Single Looks Good On You"), in Las Vegas with producer/mixer Chris Collier (Korn, Mick Mars, Whitesnake, Lynchmob).  I've been working with Chris for about 9 years now.  He's incredibly talented, has a great ear, and adds a heavy hitting production value that makes the songs sonically translate very well."  

"'Valentine' was one of the last songs we tracked for the record.  When Chris heard the song he really liked it, and further dug into the production.  He added a really cool string arrangement, and just made everything sound massive.  He also tracked the bass and drums on this song, and mixed and mastered it as well."  

"Valentine" is just another example of the depth and diversity of Gunshine. 

Hailing from Pensacola, Florida, Gunshine have built a reputation on catchy vocal melodies, clever lyrics, blistering guitar riffs and solos, and a lethal rhythm section. Their sound blends edgy, raw Rock ’n’ Roll attitude with a melodic, Pop-forward sensibility, creating music that hits hard while remaining instantly memorable. Combined with their high-energy, commanding live performances, Gunshine continue to enthrall listeners and prove themselves a force to be reckoned with.

 

With Grand Rising, Gunshine raise the bar yet again in an exciting evolution of the band. The album takes listeners on a dynamic journey filled with genre-bending twists and turns, shifting moods, and unexpected vibes—all while staying true to the core elements that set Gunshine apart. Featuring 13 tracks, each single-worthy in its own right, Grand Rising is poised to become a modern-day rock classic.

Check out upcoming tour dates HERE

 

Gunshine are:

Austin Ingerman: (Guitar, Vocals)
Jordan Benson: (Lead Vocals, Piano)
Jake Tripp: (Bass, Vocals)
Tommy Salzburg: (Drums, Vocals)

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CRIMSON GLORY Announce their First New Album in 26 Years “Chasing The Hydra”, Lyric Video for Self-Titled First Single is Out Now

BraveWords Records is excited to announce the new Crimson Glory album “Chasing The Hydra”, the first new album from Crimson Glory in 26 years. The album will be released worldwide on all digital services, CD and vinyl on April 17th.

Alongside mainstay founding members Ben, Jeff and Dana, the band announced in 2023 the addition of amazing new vocalist Travis Wills and guitarist Mark Borgmeyer. The band have been touring heavily over the past year... making this album one of the most anticipated releases of 2026 within the Heavy Metal Scene!

For CD and vinyl preorder links and more visit: https://tr.ee/k3s7jc_MSq

Talking about the new album “Chasing The Hydra” Crimson Glory said, “We are extremely excited and honored for the release of a new Crimson Glory album. The fans have waited a long time and deserve a great album, and that's just what we're going to give them. Travis's voice was the last ingredient needed to make this possible. We can't wait for the world to hear it!”

The vinyl version of Crimson Glory's "Chasing the Hydra" will be released and distributed by No Remorse Records. 

The available vinyl formats will be:

- Special Liquid-Filled Vinyl, limited and hand-numbered to 100 copies.

- Hydra's Breath Vinyl, limited to 100 copies.

- Yellow / Black Splatter Vinyl, limited to 200 copies.

- Half Orange / Half Red Vinyl, limited to 200 copies.

- Black Vinyl.

All vinyl versions will be high quality, 180gr heavy-weight vinyl, including insert with lyrics.

Additionally, No Remorse Records will also sell exclusively at their online store a deluxe box set edition, limited and hand-numbered to only 100 copies, including the vinyl version in exclusive gold color, an exclusive cassette tape, the CD version, and a Crimson Glory full-autographed photo.

About Crimson Glory:

Crimson Glory, an American heavy metal institution that formed in 1983 in Sarasota, Florida, USA. The classic line-up featured vocalist Midnight, guitarists Jon Drenning and Ben Jackson, bass guitarist Jeff Lords, and drummer Dana Burnell. With this line-up, they rose to international fame in the mid-1980s and were considered one of the pioneers of the American progressive metal movement, alongside bands like Queensrÿche, Dream Theater, Fates Warning, and Watchtower. With 3/5 of the classic line up still intact, and now joined by acclaimed new vocalist Travis Wills, the band have been touring heavily over the past year... making this album one of the most anticipated releases of 2026 within the Heavy Metal Scene!

Via Doloris Release Luminous New Single “Un Franc Soleil”

Via Doloris is rooted in an inward journey rather than orthodoxy. Conceived in solitude and shaped by discipline, composer and multi-instrumentalist Gildas Le Pape (ex-Satyricon) traces a melodic, atmospheric and introspective path through black metal’s foundations on upcoming debut album Guerre et Paix. He’s joined by Frost, the legendary drummer of Satyricon and 1349, who provides a sense of persistence, grounded and unyielding.  

Today, Via Doloris are releasing the second advanced single from Guerre et Paix. Standing among the album’s most luminous moments, “Un Franc Soleil” captures a fleeting sensation of release after prolonged inner unrest. An atmospheric depiction of an illusion glimpsed from afar, the song evokes the distant promise of a life freed from struggle, a vision radiant yet never fully attained.

Listen to “Un Franc Soleil” below.

Guerre et Paix comes out March 20 on Season of Mist.

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“Un Franc Soleil” captures Via Doloris at their most expansive and textural. The song unfolds in measured restraint; layered guitars trace gentle melodic figures across a patient rhythmic foundation.  Frost’s nuanced drumming anchors the gradual ascent of each chord progression, allowing melody to emerge from distortion and clarity from dissonance. Written in French, the lyrics carry vulnerability and resolve in equal measure, portraying serenity not as certainty, but as something only ever approached.

Within the broader architecture of Guerre et Paix, “Un Franc Soleil” functions as a threshold: a contemplative pause before the album returns to denser and more conflicted terrain.

Based in Oslo, Gildas Le Pape first gained attention in 2007 when he joined the legendary Satyricon as a guitarist. Over the next six years, he toured the world and contributed to the band’s recorded legacy, before stepping away to explore a broad range of musical directions. In time, this path led him back to extreme music, this time with a renewed creative vision and sharpened intent. In 2023, he invited his long-time collaborator, Frost — arguably one of the most accomplished drummers in the genre — to join him in bringing the debut release to life.

Line-up:

Gildas le Pape — Lead Vocals, Choirs, Guitars, Bass

Frost — Session Drums

Production Credits:

Drums and vocals recorded at Red Room Studios, Norway.
Drums and vocals engineered by Mattis Elvestuen, guitars engineered by Gildas Le Pape & Mattis Elvestuen.

Produced by Gildas le Pape.

Mixed by Nicolai Codling & Gildas le Pape.

Mastered by Magnus Gulbrandsen at Jeløy Sound Mastering.

Guest Artist:
Raido (Ferriterium, Heimsgard, Karne) — Guest Vocals on Track 3.

Cover Art:

Artwork by Gildas le Pape.

Photography:

Cover artwork & press photography by Linnea Syversen.

Available Formats:

CD Digipak

12” Vinyl Gatefold — Black

12” Coloured Vinyl Gatefold — White

Pre-order & Pre-save

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Hardline Announce New Album "Shout" + Share "Rise Up" Video

It's impossible to tell the full story of Hardline's new studio album Shout without mentioning their 1992 classic Double Eclipse. 

After all, that was the moment when this exceptional hard rock act's unique artistic DNA was created — its first draft almost perfect. Since then, Hardline have released six studio albums — each considered to be a highlight of the genre. 

Shout, arriving April 17, sees the band — helmed by American vocalist Johnny Gioeli (Axel Rudi Pell, Crush 40) and his Italian teammates, keyboardist Alessandro Del Vecchio (Vanden Plas, Jorn); guitarist Luca Princiotta; bassist Anna Portalupi; and drummer Marco Di Salvia — take up where their 1992 masterpiece left off. 

"Our current album features our typical choruses and the classic songwriting style of Double Eclipse supported by a contemporary production and state-of-the-art sound. The album gives you that feeling you get when you roll down your car window and turn up the radio on full blast," says Gioeli, describing the ten new songs.

He adds, "This band doesn't want to reinvent its music. Hardline is Hardline, and our fans know what to expect from us!"

First single "Rise Up" is the perfect foretaste of the album which spews the historical, current, and future melodic consistency of Hardline.

Watch the "Rise Up" video below:

Shout will be released on April 17 through Steamhammer worldwide in the following configurations:

*CD DigiPak
*LP, 140 g, black vinyl, padded inner sleeve, coloured insert
*Exclusive CD/LP Bundles with a shirt only at the Steamhammer shop
*Download + Streaming


Pre-Order all configurations HERE.

Luca Princiotta (guitar); Alessandro Del Vecchio (keyboards); Johnny Gioeli  (vocals); Anna Portalupi (bass); Marco Di Salvia (drums).

INTOXICATED Unleashes Brutal New Single, "Carved in Stone"

Florida death thrash metal outfit INTOXICATED will be unleashing their third full-length, 'The Dome,' on March 27, 2026 via Redefining Darkness! The band is now unleashing the latest brutalizing offering, "Shifted Cross,".

Vocalist/guitarist Erik Payne comments, "'Carved in Stone' is written for the sickening 'elites;' The ones that have gone unchecked and how they should be petrified of their demise."

INTOXICATED is a thrash/death metal band from Altamonte Springs, Florida, originally formed in 1993. Led by vocalist and guitarist Erik Payne, the band quickly carved out a place in Florida’s extreme metal lineage, earning early mentorship from Death’s legendary Chuck Schuldiner. Rooted firmly in Florida’s storied death-thrash tradition, Intoxicated’s sound draws natural comparisons to Death, Sadus, and Obituary— as marked by unrelenting speed, sharp riffing, and concise, high-impact songwriting.

'The Dome' is now available for pre-orders in the USA HERE while it's available for the rest of the world HERE.

In addition, INTOXICATED will be supporting OBITUARY along with CASTRATOR on the band's upcoming "Out of the Swamp" East Coast run, which takes place from March 19 in Gainesville, FL through March 29 in New Orleans, LA. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets are available HERE.

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INTOXICATED Tour Dates (supporting OBITUARY w/ CASTRATOR):

03/19 Gainesville, FL @ The Wooly (No Castrator)

03/20 Birmingham, AL @ The Canteen

03/21 Pelham, TN @ The Caverns (w/ Acid Bath)

03/22 Memphis, TN @ 1884 Lounge

03/24 Oklahoma City, OK @ 89th Street

03/25 Columbia, MO @ The Blue Note

03/27 Denton, TX @ Rubber Gloves

03/28 Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall (w/ Acid Bath & High on Fire)

03/29 New Orleans, LA @ Tipitina's

Intoxicated is a thrash/death metal band from Altamonte Springs, Florida, originally formed in 1993. Led by vocalist and guitarist Erik Payne, the band quickly carved out a place in Florida’s extreme metal lineage, earning early mentorship from Death’s legendary Chuck Schuldiner. Their first run produced a trio of EPs—.08 (1994), Scars (1995), and Metal Neck (1997)—before releasing their third EP, Drain.

Following their initial rise, Intoxicated went on hiatus as Payne, along with Obituary’s Donald Tardy and Ken Andrews, joined the touring lineup for Andrew W.K. in 1999, a role they held for nearly two decades while performing around the world.

The band reactivated in 2019, returning with the Walled EP (2020) and their long-awaited debut full-length, Watch You Burn (2022). The album showcased the band’s signature blend of ragged thrash aggression and Florida-bred death metal grit. Featuring guest appearances from Ken Andrews (Obituary, ex–Andrew W.K.) and Tony Foresta (Municipal Waste), and produced, mixed, and mastered by Ryan Boesch (Foo Fighters, Andrew W.K.) at Candor Recording—formerly Morbid Angel’s headquarters—Watch You Burn reaffirmed Intoxicated’s place among fans of classic Kreator, Death, Obituary, Protector, and Devastation.

Now, Intoxicated is preparing to unleash their second full-length album, The Dome, on Redefining Darkness Records.

Rooted firmly in Florida’s storied death-thrash tradition, Intoxicated’s sound draws natural comparisons to Death, Sadus, and Obituary— as marked by unrelenting speed, sharp riffing, and concise, high-impact songwriting.

Lineup:

Erik Payne - Guitar/Vocals

John Sutton - Guitar

Shawn Clarson - Bass/Backing Vocals

Colin Vaccaro - Drums

Album credits:

Produced by Ryan Boesch and Erik Payne @ Candor Recording in Tampa Fl

Recorded, mixed and mastered by Ryan Boesch

Cover Artist: Celeste Payne

Formats:

CD

Vinyl

Digital

Pre-orders (Worldwide excl. USA): https://shop.redefiningdarkness.com/

Preorders (USA): https://tornfromthegrave.us/collections/intoxicated

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Hillbilly Vegas Share New Single/Video "I Hope You Know"

Southern Rockers Hillbilly Vegas are sharing their new single & video for ”I Hope You Know”.  The track is the 1st single from the Oklahoma based band’s upcoming album “A La Mode”, which is slated for release in May via Quarto Valley Records. 

 

“I Hope You Know” is a song about the chaos of a relationship that’s deteriorated to the point of no return. The song is driven by guitars with a southern style, rocking blues groove - with just the right touch of grit that the band is known for.  

 

The band’s Steve Harris says “I Hope You Know’ comes from a very personal experience in my life, but it’s a moment a lot of people recognize. It can be a romantic relationship, a friendship, family, or even a professional relationship. In my case, it was a professional relationship and a lifelong friendship that slowly deteriorated due to substance abuse. It’s realizing the person you trusted isn’t in control anymore, and that you can’t fix it for them. Sometimes the only thing left to do is let go and hope it gives them the motivation to fix themselves.”

The video for “I Hope You Know”, which was directed by GR1M (Chase Matthews, Crucifix), was filmed in Oklahoma and produced by the band.  Harris explains the concept: “With the ‘I Hope You Know’ video, we paid tribute to where we come from and the music that built us. ’70s era rock was the greatest era of rock and roll. We kept it fun - like rock n’ roll is supposed to be and let the visuals reflect that golden age. We shot it at our warehouse during the worst snowstorm the U.S. had seen in 60 years, which forced us to keep it simple. Honestly, that made it even better.”

About Hillbilly Vegas:

Hillbilly Vegas’ dynamic sound caught the ears of an independent label in Nashville in 2011, and their first album “Ringo Manor” was released and sold more than 10,000 copies – driven by the hit single “Little Miss Rough and Tumble”.  The band has gone on to chart 5 songs on Billboard’s Rock charts, including “Let It Ride” – which remained on the chart for 13 weeks and reached #10, “Feels Good”, “High Time For A Good Time”, “Hell To Pay”, “Two Gun Town”, and fan favorite “Shake It Like A Hillbilly”.

 

The band has earned a reputation for rousing live shows - bringing a loud, party-like atmosphere that is all-inclusive.  They’ve shown they have a broad appeal across different genres, pleasing crowds while performing shows with rockers Blackberry Smoke, The Kentucky Headhunters, Wolfsbane and Ted Nugent; along with country icons Alabama, Travis Tritt, Blake Shelton, and Wynonna Judd. Hillbilly Vegas has played before huge crowds at NASCAR events, as well as many major bike rallies, including the legendary annual Sturgis Motorcycle rally.  They have a strong UK following, and have played the Maid of Stone and Steelhouse festivals. The band is managed by David Spero (Joe Walsh, Cat Stevens/Yusef Islam, Bad Company). Tour dates are being booked in support of the album release for later this year.

Hillbilly Vegas is:

Steve Harris - Lead Vocals

Stacy Thornburg - Guitar/Vocals

Geraldo Dominelli - Guitar/Keyboards (former Loverboy/Paul Rodgers)

Todd Ronning - Bass (former Bad Company)

Gunnar Molton (Drums)

About Quarto Valley Records

 

Founded by tech entrepreneur Bruce Quarto, the California-based independent label, Quarto Valley Records, represents Rock, Blues, Jazz and Americana genres with an impressive artist roster featuring legacy musicians Paul Rodgers, GRAMMY® award-winning Edgar Winter, Savoy Brown as well as the legendary talent that comprises The Immediate Family, GRAMMY® award-winning producer and renowned drummer and songwriter Tom Hambridge, GRAMMY® award-winning producer and percussionist Narada Michael Walden, blues-rock artist Sean Chambers, British blues sensation Bonham-Bullick, Wings member Denny Seiwell, acclaimed Americana singer-songwriter Al Staehely, singer-songwriter, guitarist, producer Steve Postell of The Immediate Family, esteemed Americana-Blues singer-songwriter David Starr, the soulful Richard T. Bear, pianist and songwriter John McAndrew, Oklahoma-based high-energy southern rock band Hillbilly Vegas and emerging artist Dominic Quarto. 

Leah Blevins Shares Haunting New Track "Lonely" Ahead of 'All Dressed Up' Album Arriving March 20

On the heels of recent releases “Be Careful Throwing Stones,” “Diggin’ in the Coal” and “All Dressed Up,” the title track from her Dan Auerbach-produced album, singer/songwriter Leah Blevins releases another deeply personal glimpse into her Easy Eye Sound debut with her new track, “Lonely,” available today. Listen to “Lonely” HERE and watch the video BELOW.  

Written by Blevins with Auerbach and Pat McLaughlin, “Lonely” captures the quiet devastation of absence and the lingering ache of unfinished stories.

“This song represents the loss of someone that leaves you desperately wishing you could see them again,” shares Blevins. “Whatever the circumstances may be, you’re left holding onto a dream, a memory and all that you could’ve had if that significant person didn’t walk through that door to the other side.”

With sparse emotional clarity, the track unfolds with a cinematic stillness:

The new release continues to reveal the sonic depth of All Dressed Up – a timeless blend of Southern rock earthiness and pop-country shimmer, anchored by Blevins’ twangy, Karen Carpenter-esque vocal purity.

Previous releases have drawn early praise, with Whiskey Riff calling “Be Careful Throwing Stones,” a “song that needs to be on your radar” and “All Dressed Up,” was named a “hot new track” by Barnburner.” Meanwhile, “Diggin’ in the Coal” further showcased Blevins’ ability to find light in dark places, inspired by her East Kentucky roots and family coal mining legacy.

Pre-save All Dressed Up, set for release March 20, 2026, HERE. 

In addition to the recent tracks, the official music video for “Be Careful Throwing Stones” premiered exclusively with Holler noting “the infectious, retro-tinged earworm has been elevated by a cinematic new music video.” Watch the official video HERE.

Raised on the bluegrass-stained Kentucky country of Loretta Lynn, Patty Loveless, Dwight Yoakam and fellow Sandy Hook native Keith Whitley, Blevins continues a lineage of storytellers who understand the power of plainspoken truth – crafting songs that feel both nostalgic and strikingly modern.

For the latest news and updates follow along on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook and online at leahblevinsmusic.com. 

HOKKA ANNOUNCE DEBUT ALBUM VIA MISERIA IV REVEAL VIDEO FOR THIRD SINGLE 'HEART SAID NO'

Finnish rising force HOKKA announce their highly anticipated full-length album Via Miseria IV, due out on April 24 via Nuclear Blast Records. The band brings together three major names from Finland’s rock legacy: former BLIND CHANNEL frontman Joel Hokka, THE RASMUSfounding member and former guitarist-songwriter Pauli Rantasalmi, and phenomenal young drummer Jimi Aslak.

Following the success of the previously released singles 'In The Darkness' and 'Death By Cupid's Arrow,' the band now unveil the powerful third single from the upcoming record, 'Heart Said No,' arriving together with another epic, cinematic video in unmistakable HOKKA style.

A beautiful, emotional anthem built around a captivating piano melody, 'Heart Said No' showcases a more vulnerable yet powerful side of HOKKA, blending soaring atmospheres with the band’s signature intensity. The track offers another glimpse into the sonic depth and thematic weight that define Via Miseria IV, an album that explores themes of struggle, resilience, and inner conflict.

Frontman Joel Hokka comments on the song:

“Big boys don’t cry — except when writing songs like this. 'Heart Said No' was the first song I ever wrote with tears in my eyes — and I wasn’t the only one in the band. The song is a raw and authentic deep dive into self-reflection, shaped by minds steeped in melancholy. We’re incredibly proud to announce that our first album, Via Miseria IV, will be released on April 24th.”

Check out the video for "Heart Said No' Below:

Listen to 'Heart Said No': https://hokka.bfan.link/heart-said-no


Pre-order Via Miseria IV: https://hokka.bfan.link/via-miseria-iv

In addition, HOKKA has just announced their first live shows for 2026 giving fans the opportunity to experience the power and storytelling of the warrior and sensai saga on stage for the first time.

The first club show:
07.05.26  FI  Helsinki - Tavastia

Confirmed festival shows:
12.-13.06.26   FI  Lahti - Kesämössö
27.06.26         FI  Helsinki - Tuska
03.-05.07.26   FI  Turku - Ruisrock
04.07.26         FI Tampere - Tuhdimmat Tahdit
17.-19.07.26    FI  Joensuu - Ilosaarirock
23.-25.07.26    FI  Kuopio - Kuopiorock
25.07.26          FI  Oulu - QStock
14.-16.08.26    CH Cudrefin - Rock The Lakes

line up:
Joel Hokka - voc
Pauli Rantasalmi - guitar
Sampo Sundström - guitar
Jimi Aslak - drums

social media: 
Instagram: @joelhokka @jimiaslak @paulirantasalmi
Tiktok: @joelhokka @jimiaslak.  
YouTube: @hokkasyndicate.    

Only Human Push Past the Brink of Existence on New Single “Breach”

ONLY HUMAN are fresh to the prog space. But the Danish upstarts are already on the brink of a major discovery with their debut album. Planned Obsolescence invents an existential form of prog metal that speaks to our not-too-distant dystopia.

Today, ONLY HUMAN are releasing the second advanced single from Planned Obsolescence. “Breach” is pushed past the brink of our existence by despair, but the band’s cutting-edge fusion emerges like a beacon of hope.

“‘This is a brooding song”, the band’s vocalist Patrick Grønbæch Christensen says. “It’s a lament for how we’ve let cynicism take a permanent hold and lead us past the point of no return”.

Watch the lyric video for “Breach” below:

Planned Obsolescence comes out March 27, 2026 on Season of Mist.

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Concept albums are standard entries in metal’s archives. But when the five members of ONLY HUMAN came together after connecting online and IRL over everything from The Matrix to Bring Me The Horizon, they wired the band’s framework around one prevailing idea.

“We like a lot of bands that just play rock music, but we wanted ONLY HUMAN to be about something”, says Christensen, who also produced, mixed and mastered Planned Obsolescence. “This album is supposed to wake people up to all the ways technocracy is encroaching on society. We now live in a reality where humans are products to be consumed and disposed of”.

While the first single from Planned Obsolescence cautioned against technology automating our every waking decision, “Breach” raises the alarm to a full-on blast. Scrambled electronics, dissonant guitars and pulse-pounding drums blare over the speakers, warning those asleep at the wheels of society that now is the time to hit eject. “Aimless in the midst of disaster” , Christensen screams in terror, as if preparing for the impact of our inevitable collapse.

“Self-destructive tendencies are a natural force in the world”, Christensen says, “but it’s our own choices and weaknesses that ultimately will them into existence”.

Planned Obsolescence presents a vision for the future that’s far beyond sunshine and rainbows. “Breach” ends the album not on the verge of apocalypse but spiraling into the void amidst soul-crushing riffs. Even the glowing keys appear like a comet bound for Earth. But while fueled by existential dread, ONLY HUMAN arrive as a beacon of hope. “Do you feel what I feel?”. In the age of artificial intelligence, the band’s combination of prog, djent, hard rock and electronics isn’t just meaningful but vital.

Catch ONLY HUMAN live and in the flesh during their upcoming record release show, as well as at Sweden Rock Festival and Naestved Metalfest.

ONLY HUMAN Live in 2026

May 2 - Copenhagen, DK @ Rust (Record Release Show)

June 3-6 - Sölvesborg, SE @ Sweden Rock Festival

August 27-29 - Næstved, DK @ Næstved Metalfest

The lyric video for “Breach” was created by Tamara Llenas of Aimed & Framed.

“When the world is going badly, the reason is because people gave up”, Christensen concludes. “Things aren’t hopeless. We can absolutely fight back. Hopefully, this album gets people to think about valuing humanity over profit”.

Lineup
Patrick Grønbæch Christensen- Vocals
Martin Hastrup - Guitars
JaCK Kijne - Guitars
Andreas Pröll - Drums
Guillaume Blanjean - Bass

Recording, Mixing and Mastering Studio
Only Human Studio

Production Credits
Producer & Sound Engineer - Patrick Grønbæch Christensen
Mixing Engineer - Patrick Grønbæch Christensen
Mastering Engineer - Patrick Grønbæch Christensen (Digital and CD), Brett Caldas-Lima (Vinyl)

Cover Art
Guillaume Blanjean

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Available Formats
CD Digipack
12" Vinyl Jacket (Black)
12" Colored Vinyl (Transparent red with black and white splatters)
12" Colored Vinyl (Transparent red and black marbled)



Follow Only Human
Official Website: https://onlyhuman.band/
Bandcamp: https://onlyhumandk.bandcamp.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onlyhumandk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnlyHumanDK
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/dk/artist/only-human/1742337573
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/11Cl9Vdw4xGPUMtcurjgg1
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@onlyhumandk

Poison the Well Drop Video for New Single "EVERYTHING HURTS"

POISON THE WELL will release PEACE IN PLACE, their first album in 16 years, on March 20 via SharpTone Records. Pre-order it here. 

Today, they share the video for new single "EVERYTHING HURTS." Watch it below.

The song hones in on PTW's patented and signature quiet/loud dynamics, and it's a perfectly executed mix of moody and metallic. In the video, we follow singer Jeffrey Moreira in an almost voyeuristic way. The tension in both the song and the accompanying visual builds steadily. Tune in to see where they start and where they end, and pay attention to some easter eggs along the way.

"'Everything Hurts' is about the patience and effort it takes to keep relationships alive," says Moreira. "I care deeply about the people in my life, but even the people you love can be frustrating sometimes. And it's important to remember that we can be just as frustrating to them. We all have our moments — and I have my moments too. The ones that stick around are the ones you have a unique connection with. You can't put up with everyone's shit, so the people you keep close are the ones whose shit you actually want to deal with."

POISON THE WELL ARE:
Jeffrey Moreira — Vocals 
Ryan Primack — Guitar
Vadim Taver — Guitar 
Christopher Hornbrook — Drums 
Noah Harmon — Bass 

PTW recently announced their Spring 2026 headline tour. Converge will support with Balmora, SPY, The Armed, and The Barbarians of California appearing on different segments. Tickets and more information are available here. All dates are below.

POISON THE WELL ON TOUR:
4/2 — Cleveland, OH — House of Blues*
4/3 — Chicago, IL — Concord Music Hall*
4/4 — Pontiac, MI — The Crofoot*
4/6 — Pittsburgh, PA — Preserving Underground*
4/7 — Toronto, ON — HISTORY*
4/9 — Worcester, MA — The Palladium*
4/10 — Queens, NY — Knockdown Center*
4/11 — Philadelphia, PA — Fillmore*
4/12 — Baltimore, MD — Nevermore Hall*
4/25 — Las Vegas, NV — Sick New World%
5/7 — Denver, CO — Summit&
5/9 — Austin, TX — Stubb’s Outdoors&
5/10 — Houston, TX — House of Blues&
5/12 — Phoenix, AZ — Nile Theater&
5/13 — Los Angeles, CA — The Belasco&
5/15 — Anaheim, CA — House of Blues&
5/16 — San Diego, CA — The Observatory North Park&
5/17 — San Francisco, CA — The Regency Ballroom&
%Festival Date
*SPY and Balmora
&The Armed and The Barbarians of California

ABOUT POISON THE WELL:
In the space of barely a breath, Poison The Well pacify fits of jarring brutality with moments of fragile beauty. Their unmistakable melodic hardcore gently dilutes the effects of trauma, betrayal, depression, and loss with hard-won wisdom and diligently earned self-acceptance. For as much force as they commit to the riffs and the breakdowns, there’s an equal amount of naked emotion encoded in their relatable hooks. At this point, they are unassumingly, yet undeniably embedded in the DNA of modern metal and hardcore. Poison The Well’s 1999 debut, The Opposite of December… A Season of Separation has claimed spots on BrooklynVegan's 15 '90s Metalcore Albums That Still Resonate Today; KERRANG!'s 21 Best U.S. Metalcore Albums of All Time; Loudwire's 25 Best Metalcore Albums of All Time; and Revolver's 10 Most Influential Metalcore Albums of All Time. Stereogumput it best, "The Opposite of December… A Season of Separation influenced a whole generation of metalcore bands." Meanwhile, 2003's You Come Before You remains regarded among Metal Hammer's 100 Greatest Metal Albums of the 21st Century and Rock Sound's 250 Greatest Albums of Our Lifetime. Despite going on hiatus following 2009's The Tropic Rot, the group's influence has only expanded over the years (as evidenced by over 100 million streams across their catalog). After touring in 2015 and 2021, they've commemorated milestone birthdays of both You Come Before You and The Opposite of December... with in-demand headline jaunts. Once again, the members felt an intense need to create as a unit. Rallying together, the guys channeled the spirit of their most celebrated material through a prism of new experience on their sixth full-length offering, Peace In Place.

Bizarrekult Confronts All There Is on New Album Alt Som Finnes

True to black metal’s fiercely individual spirit, upon moving to Norway at the end of the 2000s, Roman V. started Bizarrekult as a lone wolf. Much like Roman’s previous two retreats into the studio, his upcoming third album emerged from a deeply personal crisis. Only on Alt Som Finnes, he’s not alone in confronting all there.  

Alt Som Finnes comes out this Friday, February 20 on Season of Mist Underground Activists, but you can hear all eight absorbing songs today by listening to the full album stream below.

“I was not ready for all this”, Roman says about Alt Som Finnes. “None of us are, when the time comes. But at the end of this journey, it seems to have all been worth it. The music gave me hints as to where to go and what can be”.  

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Alt Som Finnes maintains the classic energy of old school Norwegian black metal. “Verdens verste” rails against consumerism with blistering grooves. With its crazed riffs and blistering howls, there’s no escape from the feverish intensity of “Drøm”. But Bizarrekult’s new album strips away all of our defenses while adding more post-metal ambiance. “Avmakt” surges and seethes in a fight for control before losing power amidst melodies that fall then fade like dying pinpricks of light.  

No one will emerge unscathed from Alt Som Finnes. However, for the first time, Roman is joined in his struggle. The album features guest vocalists from Predatory Void, MØL and Dødheimsgard. Behind a steady pounding of double bass, lead single “Blikket Hennes” buzzes with the all-consuming darkness of a guilty conscience, only for Yusaf “Vicotnik” Parvez to enlighten us with soothing cleans. Despite being riddled with regrets, closer “Tomhet” breaks new ground as the first Bizarrekult song sung in English.

“Am I alone like this? No, we are many”. As the album storms through the finish line, Roman and Kim Song Sternkopf howl together into the void. It’s a damning realization, but also a call for us to become something greater.  

On Alt Som Finnes, Bizarrekult confronts all there is with devastating clarity.

No one emerges unscathed from Alt Som Finnes. But while riddled with regrets, album closer “Tomhet” breaks new ground as the first Bizarrekult song sung in English. “Am I alone like this? No, we are many”. It’s a damning realization, but also a call for all of us to become something greater.

Line-up
Roman V. — Vocals
Ignat P. — Guitars & Bass
Alexander P. — Drums

Production Credits
Recorded at Seaside Room.
Produced, mixed & mastered by Miguel Tereso at Demigod Recordings, Portugal.

Guest Musicians
Yusaf "Vicotnik" Parvez (Dødheimsgard) — Vocals on "Blikket Hennes"
Lina (Predatory Void / Cross Bringer) — Vocals on "Drøm” (Recorded by Tim De Gieter)
Kim Song Sternkopf (Møl) — Vocals on "Tomhet"

Cover Art
Gravestench Art (https://www.instagram.com/gravestench_art/)

Photography
Radmila Volchenkova

Available Formats
CD Jewelcase

12” Vinyl (Black)

12” Vinyl (Purple, black and white marbled)

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Follow Bizarrekult
Bandcamp: https://bizarrekult.bandcamp.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bizarrekult/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bizarrekvlt/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Cj4Bc1WpdNZhGcKyQfWci/
Apple Music:https://music.apple.com/artist/bizarrekult/1455860457 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/artist/11699593

MICHAEL MONROE NEW VIDEO/ SINGLE ‘SHINOLA’ OUT NOW UPCOMING ALBUM – OUTERSTELLAR – NEARS RELEASE

Wednesday February 18th, 2025 –

Michael Monroe unleash the unapologetic and electrifying third single ‘Shinola’, taken from the PRE-ORDER AT THIS LOCATION forthcoming studio album Outerstellar, due for release this Friday, February 20th via Silver Lining Music.

For Pre-orders go to THIS LOCATION.

‘Shinola’ takes aim at a morally corrupt emotional leech who exploits everyone in their orbit, only to reap the isolation they’ve sown. It’s a razor- sharp, crowd-rallying anthem that transforms collective exasperation into raw, liberating release.

“‘Shinola’ was obviously originally written about a certain jerk but unfortunately most of us can relate as we know a lot of them” comments Michael Monroe. “There’s a lot of negative, ignorant idiots in the world and sometimes it’s good to vent frustrations by singing about it. And Karma always

gets us in the end anyway!"

Watch/Listen to ‘Shinola’ below – video by Paul M Green.

The new album Outerstellar is an experience as much as a collection of great songs, a sweet smelling, leathery, glitter-shimmered, sweat-soaked raunch and punch wrapped in one of the great voices in rock ‘n’ roll. From loud crashing guitars to harmonicas, to gorgeous acoustic moments, you’ll sing, you’ll dance, you’ll shiver, you’ll shake, and you’ll smell this wonderful exhilarating record in all its weathered biker jacket incense-coated glory and you’ll also realize that whatever the hell is going on in the world right now, when you put this album on, it’s an instant escape to carefree days and an emancipation from worries, fears and woes.

Listen to the first and second video and singles from Outerstellar – ‘Rockin’ Horse’ and ‘Disconnected’ – and watch the videos here – videos by Leigh Brooks.

Outerstellar will see a whole burst of life when

Michael Monroe and band bring it to stages internationally over the course of the year. The first glimpse will happen on the Buckcherry UK co-headline tour, kicking off in Southampton on February 24, where fans will get to experience some of these new tracks live for the very first time. For a full list of upcoming shows and tickets visit: michaelmonroe.com

Outerstellar is out this Friday, February 20. To celebrate its release Michael Monroe and band will host a series of exclusive HMV in-store signing sessions across the UK, giving fans the opportunity to meet the band up close, have their albums signed and capture the moment with photos.

Outerstellar is available on Limited Edition 12” White Vinyl, 12” Turquoise Vinyl, 12” Black Vinyl, CD Digipak, Digital Download, Streaming and special D2C bundles.

Pre-order/stream now at this location

Band Line-Up:

Michael Monroe - Lead vocals, Harmonica

Steve Conte - Guitars, Vocals

Rich Jones - Guitars, Vocals

Karl Rockfist - Drums

Sami Yaffa - Bass, Vocals

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Moodring Share "Anywhere But Here"

The musical entity's name hints at volatility — color, emotion, and temperature in flux. Nowhere is that more evident than in death fetish, a defining album for a haunting and defiant new chapter. For founder and frontman Hunter Young, this is more than a record.

It's survival, reflection, and metamorphosis. It is art made from the raw materials of pain, purpose, and persistence.

The album, steeped in nu metal, alt, and industrial influences, arrives on March 27 via SharpTone Records. Pre-order it here.

Moodring have just dropped the visualizer for "ANYWHERE BUT HERE." Watch it below.

With its moody, quiet-loud dynamics, rich layers, and palpable sonic tension, the song is another thrill ride in which listeners can ride sidecar. It's the perfect execution of industrial ambience and metallic edge. 

"'Anywhere But Here' is about the breakdown of a relationship where a shared creative world became a source of manipulation and envy," shares Young. "The chorus lyric is coming from a place of irony, but also represents a longing for freedom and steadiness."

The Moodring origin story puts the timber and tone of the music in clear view.

Young conceived Moodring alone, in his bedroom, an exercise in catharsis through art. The resulting debut EP, 2021's Showmetherealyou, resonated with a surprising number of diverse listeners. That connection inspired Moodring to evolve into a creative outlet that transcended its simple origins.  Both sensual and suffocating, the Stargazer album followed in 2022. In a glowing review, Kerrang! praised the full-length as "hefty from the get-go" and likened it to "a cool wave of water lapping over you." The album's "vivacious" vocal work and vibe made new Moodring fans around the world.

The following year's EP, Your Light Fades Away, expanded the palette further, fusing ferocity, shimmering melody, and nü-metal groove into something equally cinematic and claustrophobic.  The "black-velvet nu-metal melodies and bleak-booming breakdowns" (Revolver) of 2025's "half-life" were, sadly, inspired by a life-changing medical diagnosis that left Young unable to tour with Moodring or his accomplished deathcore outfit, SharpTone Records labelmates PSYCHO-FRAME.

Unable to tour and unwilling to compromise, Young focused on writing and recording new music. death fetish  is the sound of transcendence—an artist refusing to disappear, even as the light fades.

For all its darkness, death fetish is not a surrender. It's a reclamation. It’s Young taking back control of his narrative — body failing, mind racing, still creating, still here. "I just wanted to make a dark, honest record," he says. "And if people don't like it, I don't really care. I had to do it for myself."

Moodring, once a more traditional "band," now exists as something far more elusive and infinite: A vessel for transformation, a mirror for mortality, and a living testament to pain and creation.

Goblin Metal Ikons NEKROGOBLIKON Return with "The Boiling Sea" EP + Share "Secret Elephant" (Feat. Reel Big Fish) Video + Touring💚

Goblin metal's least likely legends are back. After nearly two decades of chaos, cult stardom, and the viral mayhem of "No One Survives," Nekrogoblikon return with The Boiling Sea — the feral new EP that ushers in a historic era for the band. It arrives on April 17. Pre-order it here. 

Today, the goblin metallers drop the video for "The Secret Elephant" (Feat. Reel Big Fish).

Watch the video, directed by Brandon Dermer, below:

For the first time ever, the goblin throne is shared. Former mascot-turned-frontman (and beloved host of the number one comedy podcast "RIGHT NOW"), John Goblikon steps fully into the spotlight with soaring melodic vocals, while extreme metal phenom Dickie Allen (of Infant Annihilator) unleashes the kind of throat-shredding brutality usually reserved for apocalyptic events.

"I've been asked to give a statement on our new song 'Secret Elephant' and after strong consideration, I've decided I'm not quite sure know what that means. But what I DO know is secrets don't make friends… unless that secret is, of course, an elephant who you happened to befriend. Yhey also say an elephant never forgets, but goblins definitely do, because I literally can't remember where I put my phone! I had it earlier and then I got distracted by this email asking me for a quote about our new song 'Secret Elephant,' which is such a banger by the way. Ooh, that reminds me I gotta look for my phone!" — Sent from John's iPhone.

"It was so much fun filming ourselves being goofballs," says Allen. "Also, has anyone seen my beer?"

Produced and mixed by metal mastermind Jason Suecof (Job for a Cowboy, The Black Dahlia Murder), The Boiling Sea is a high-octane proving ground for the band's new dual-vocal onslaught, first teased by the 2025 double-feature videos for "Show Me Your Goblin" and "Fiend."

On the upcoming release, guitarist Alex Alereza offers, "Writing for this release began in the midst of constant touring and right after bringing on a new vocal duo, so we found ourselves in new territories both in terms of pace and creative process. And that ended up being a good thing! We had a blast making this together and hope everyone enjoys these songs as much as we do. And for the Nekro fans that have been with us for a very long time, we decided to include live recordings of five Nekro classics!"

The goblin horde won't stay submerged for long. Nekrogoblikon will hit the road on an electrifying tour alongside Japan's genre-smashing metal force Hanabie., giving fans the chance to witness the premier goblin metal spectacle live and scream along to their favorite anthems. Get tickets here.

Nearly 20 years in, Nekrogoblikon aren't just surviving — they're boiling over.

NEKROGOBLIKON ON TOUR:
3/05—Salt Lake City, UT — Metro #
3/06—Colorado Springs, CO — Black Sheep # [SELLING FAST]
3/08—Wichita, KS — Wave #
3/09—Springfield, MO — The Regency Live #
3/10—Nashville, TN — Exit/In # [SELLING FAST]
3/12—Allentown, PA — Arrow # [SELLING FAST]
3/13—Boston, MA — Big Night Live ^ [LOW TIX]
3/14—New York, NY — Brooklyn Bowl ^ [LAST TIX]
3/15—Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore ^
3/17—Montreal, QC — Beanfield Theatre ^ [LAST TIX]
3/18—Toronto, ON — Danforth Music Hall ^ [LOW TIX]
3/20—McKees Rocks, PA — Roxian Theatre ^
3/21—Philadelphia, PA — TLA ^ [LOW TIX]
3/22—Norfolk, VA — The NorVa +
3/23—Raleigh, NC — The Ritz ^
3/24—Atlanta, GA — Buckhead Theatre ^
3/25—Chattanooga, TN — Barrelhouse Ballroom %
3/27—Cleveland, OH — House of Blues ^ [LOW TIX]
3/28—Fort Wayne, IN — Piere’s Entertainment Center +
3/29—Detroit, MI — St. Andrews ^ [LAST TIX]
3/30—Chicago, IL — House of Blues ^ [LOW TIX]
3/31—Sauget, IL — Pop’s +
4/01—Minneapolis, MN — The Fillmore ^
4/03—Dallas, TX — House of Blues ^
4/04—Houston, TX — House of Blues ^
4/06—Austin, TX — Emo's ^
4/07—Phoenix, AZ — Van Buren ^
4/09—San Diego, CA — House of Blues ^ [LOW TIX]
4/10—San Francisco, CA — August Hall ^ [SOLD OUT]
4/11—Los Angeles, CA — Belasco ^ [SOLD OUT]
4/12—Los Angeles, CA — Belasco ^

# Headlining w/ Enterprise Earth and Wretched
^ Supporting Hanabie w/ Enterprise Earth
+ Headlining w/ Enterprise Earth
% Headlining w/ local support

Marillion Announce 25th Anniversary Deluxe Edition of "Marillion.Com"

After the sold-out 2024 Deluxe Edition release of This Strange Engine, Marillion and earMUSIC are delighted to announce the next chapter in the band's reissue series, celebrating one of their most distinctive and forward-thinking releases. Originally launched as an independent statement of artistic freedom,Marillion.Com captures the band at a moment of bold reinvention, embracing expansive songwriting, atmospheric depth, and an openness to global musical influences. The album moves effortlessly between cinematic arrangements, emotional storytelling, and moments of intimate reflection, offering a richly textured listening experience that continues to resonate with fans old and new.

To be released as deluxe 3CD+Blu-ray media book and 5LP box-set editions, both sets include a version of the original studio album newly mixed and mastered, a previously unreleased complete recording of the band's 1999 performance recorded in London at the Shepherds Bush Empire, and also accompanied by illustrated booklets containing rare photos, new artwork, memorabilia and an essay that’s digging deep into the album’s story. The bonus Blu-ray, which is included in the media book, contains the album in hi-res and surround sound, demos & early versions of the album tracks, a Marillion.Com documentary and the "Shot In The Dark (Zodiac)" concert video. In stores June 19.

Pre-order the Marillion.Com Deluxe Editions HERE.

Listen to the first single "Go! (2026 Remix)" BELOW.

JASON ALDEAN TAKES “HOW FAR DOES A GOODBYE GO” ALL THE WAY TO NUMBER ONE AT COUNTRY RADIO, HIS 31ST CAREER CHART-TOPPER

Multi-platinum award-winning artist and reigning country powerhouse Jason Aldean lands his 31st number one at Country Radio topping both the Billboard and Country Aircheck/Mediabase charts with his latest single “How Far Does A Goodbye Go” via Broken Bow Records. On the Billboard Country Airplay chart, Aldean now ties George Strait, Alan Jackson and Luke Bryan for the fourth-most No. 1s since the chart began in 1990. This single served as the first preview of Aldean’s new album Songs About Us, dropping April 24. Pre-add, pre-save, pre-order HERE.

“Man, I thought 30 was a milestone…now we’re sitting at 31 number one songs. That’s pretty wild. Thank you to country radio, my team, our streaming partners, the songwriters and every one of y’all who’ve listened and turned these songs into something bigger than we ever imagined,” says Aldean.

The chart topping success coincides with Aldean’s Full Throttle World Tour return to Australia and his first time headlining New Zealand this week with shows kicking off on Thursday. Aldean is also a two-time nominee at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards — Country Artist of the Year and Country Song of the Year for his 30th number one hit “Whiskey Drink.” 

The ACM Artist of the Decade has been sharing new music with his fans since the November announcement of Songs About Us and the surprise drop of “Help You Remember,” “Hard To Love You,” and “Lovin’ Me Too Long,” along with the chart topping “How Far Does A Goodbye Go.” He shared a second batch of songs last month when he premiered “Easier Gone” featuring Brittany Aldean, “Her Favorite Color” and “What’s A Little Heartache.” Songs About Us follows Highway Desperado, an album that earned him his first career Billboard Hot 100 chart-topping hit and his 30th career number one at country radio.

Over the past two decades, Aldean has built a remarkable career with 13 Top 10 country albums, 31 number one hits at country radio and a SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award for being one of the most-streamed artists of all time.

For more information on Songs About Us, Full Throttle tour dates, and other Aldean updates, visitwww.JasonAldean.com.

About Jason Aldean:

Grammy-nominated, Multi-Platinum award winning entertainer Jason Aldean is one of country’s most successful touring powerhouses and influential musical icons of the 21st century. With 31 number one singles, nearly 20B streams, and over 20M albums sold, Aldean’s name is synonymous with country music. Since exploding onto the scene with his 2005 self-titled debut, Aldean has carved out a reputation for delivering hard-hitting, emotionally resonant anthems that blend small-town storytelling with stadium-powered energy. He’s remained a steadfast and defining voice, with a fanbase that spans generations and continues to grow. The Georgia native recently released his album 30 Number One Hits, marking his 13th top 10 country album in 20 years with its #4 debut on the Billboard Top Country Album Chart (10/10). His 11th studio album, Highway Desperado (2023), featured his 30th number one single and garnered his first career number one on the Billboard Hot 100. Known for his electrifying live shows and breakout crossover hits, Aldean is currently igniting stages across the globe on the Full Throttle Tour, a high-octane experience that reinforces his place as a legendary live performer. The Full Throttle World Tour kicks off its international leg in 2026, following an extensive US headlining run, hitting New Zealand and Australia. Aldean made his 31st run to the top of the charts with “How Far Does A Goodbye Go,” the first preview he shared with his fans of his new album, Songs About Us, out April 24.

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NYC Heavy Metal Icons PRONG Release Live Video for Classic "Snap Tour Fingers, Snap Your Neck"

Metal greats PRONG have released a live version of their classic track "Snap Your Fingers, Snap Your Neck" as a single and video. The song is taken from the upcoming live album Live And Uncleansed. 

Tommy Victor says, "This live version of 'Snap Your Fingers, Snap Your Neck"' is raw, high energy, and unpolished. If you want to get exposed to Prong or you want to get a taste of the explosive live show, this song is a must!"

WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW.
 

 Live And Uncleansed is out on March 6 and will be available on Steamhammer as CD Digi, LP, stream, and for digital download HERE.

PRONG LIVE IN 2026:
3/5 — Osnabrück, Germany — Hyde Park
3/6 — Cologne, Germany — Gebäude 9
3/7 — Sint-Niklaas, Belgium — De Tijdloze
3/8 — Deventer, Netherlands — Burgerweeshuis
3/9 — Leuven, Belgium — Het Depot
6/6 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave/Eagles Club

Get tickets HERE.