He's Baaaaaaaack! Kenny Chesney Announces 2027 ALL Stadium Tour; Eric Church, Sheryl Crow Provide Music, Muscle

Some things are inevitable! After two years – and close to 400,000 tickets – exploring the deeply dimensional Sphere Las Vegas, Kenny Chesney ends the suspense by announcing his return to stadiums with the Original Vibe Room Tour 2027. Kicking off April 24 for his eighth appearance at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium, the OVRT will play only stadiums, wrapping up at Foxboro’s Gillette Stadium August 28.

CMA 2020 Entertainer of the Year Eric Church, who not only toured with Chesney on the massive 2013 No Shoes Nation Tour, but came out nightly and sang with the East Tennessean, joins for the full run. Adding even more guitar-forward, songwriter-driven charge is Rock & Roll of Fame inductee, 9x GRAMMY winner and good friend Sheryl Crow.
 
“When we started to talk about touring next year, all I could think about was how good those stadiums feel… how loud, how fast, how much energy comes hurling at us,” Chesney says of the decision to do an all-stadium tour. “I don’t think I knew how much I missed it. And when it hit me, as well watching comments on Instagram and Facebook, I realized: we should make next year be all about the stadiums. So, we did.
 
“To make it really hit, I called Eric, who’d come out that first weekend in Vegas and sang a few with me, to see if he’d want to do this. He was in. Then to give fans a twist, something a little different, but someone who rocks and everyone in No Shoes Nation loves, I asked Sheryl Crow if she wanted to come play with us; and she said, ‘Yes.’ Suddenly, we’ve got all that high-powered energy, and it was starting to feel the same way we did way back in the day…”
 
That blast of excitement, the insanity of those first years of selling a million tickets every summer, there was no denying that passion. When Chesney started thinking about how much music he’d made, how many millions of miles he’d traveled, he realized not only was he fired up to get out there, it reminded him of 2002’s No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problems Tour. And that’s when the tour name hit him.
 
“It was such a rush,” Chesney recalls. “And this feels just like that. Three people who know each other, are friends and loveto play taking it out on the road for the summer. That kind of camaraderie matches everything about what made me want to chase this dream in the first place, that adventure and fun defined us. For me, there was only one name: the Original Vibe Room Tour, because this time, with these people, I want everyone in the Vibe.
 
“We started the Vibe Room in 2002 as a place for our people – the adults, guests, musicians – to come together, get a drink, hang out, meet up, maybe make some new friends. It was a fun place, and I feel like that’s what 2027’s gonna be all about. So what else would we call it?”
 
Even more thrilling, beyond first-time plays in Greenville, N.C.’s home of the East Carolina University Pirates, and Ames, Iowa’s home of the Iowa State Cyclones, this tour marks homecomings across the line-up. After 24 shows at New England’s Gillette Stadium, it will mark Chesney’s 13th year in Pittsburgh and Detroit, 12th stadium show in Philadelphia, ninth stop in New Jersey, Dallas-Fort Worth and Kansas City, with Tampa and Chicago logging their eighth stadium concert.
 
“It’s crazy to think these stadiums where I see football played every week are like coming home for the band and myself, but also really No Shoes Nation which rose out of these stadium parking lots. Stadiums are where we come most alive – and this tour’s taking it to a whole other level.
 
“We’ve got this new album that’s already done insane things, starting with ‘Carry On,’ the very first single,” Chesney offers. “You can feel the energy around this music, Silver Sands Marina and the tracks that are already out there. We’ve got great new music to add in, plus so many songs that bring the summer to life. This is everything the band and I live for.”
 
In keeping with the spirit of returning to how it all began, Chesney has tapped fellow East Tennessee artist/songwriter Greylan James to open the powerhouse show. The Academy of Country Music Song of the Year winner – and CMA Song of the Year nominee – for Jordan Davis’ “Next Thing You Know” has notched hits for Morgan Wallen, Blake Shelton, Darius Rucker, Chesney and more, as well as breaking into the Top 20 with his own “Water At A Wedding.”
 
“It’s gonna be an amazing summer. I can’t believe we’re here again, and I can’t wait to get out there and start doing it. The Original Vibe Room Tour 2027 is gonna be all the things, but especially a lot of fun, a lot of music and a lot of songs people have lived their lives to.
 
“Get ready. We’re coming.”

Fans can register now at KennyChesney.com for early access to tickets, with presale registrations powered by Seated. Registered fans will receive a code before the Vibe Room Presale begins on Thursday, September 17 at 10am local time. Registration is free, but it does not guarantee tickets. For questions about the presale registration process, please visit support.seated.com.

Kenny Chesney’s Original Vibe Room Tour is Presented by Blue Chair Bay® Rum. Founded in 2011 by the Country Music Hall of Fame inductee, Blue Chair Bay remains a truly independent brand and a reflection of the quality and spirit Chesney wants for his fans.
 
The Original Vibe Room Tour 2027 Dates:
April 24            Tampa, Florida || Raymond James Stadium
May 1               Greenville, North Carolina || Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium
May 8               Arlington, Texas || AT&T Stadium
May 15             St. Louis, Missouri || The Dome at America’s Center
May 22             Minneapolis, Minnesota || U.S. Bank Stadium
May 29             Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania || Acrisure Stadium
June 5               Ames, Iowa || Jack Trice Stadium
June 12             Philadelphia, Pennsylvania || Lincoln Financial Field
June 19             Buffalo, New York || Highmark Stadium
June 26             Chicago, Illinois || Soldier Field
July 3               Nashville, Tennessee || Nissan Stadium
July 10             Milwaukee, Wisconsin || American Family Field
July 17             Denver, Colorado || Empower Field at Mile High
July 24             Kansas City, Missouri || Arrowhead Stadium
July 31             Atlanta, Georgia || Mercedes Benz Stadium
August 7           East Rutherford, New Jersey || MetLife Stadium
August 14         Detroit, Michigan || Ford Field
August 21         Charlotte, North Carolina || Bank of America Stadium
August 28         Foxborough, Massachusetts || Gillette Stadium

Gavin Adcock Surprise-Drops New Track, “Through With Me”

As Gavin Adcock looks ahead to the October 2nd release of his third studio album, The Day I Hang It Up, the Georgia native today surprised fans with his latest song, “Through With Me,” available now. Listen BELOW. 
 
With his album arriving in just over two weeks, Adcock is also inviting fans to vote on which city will host his album release show. Fans can pre-save/pre-add the album and cast their vote now HERE. 
 
Written by Adcock and Brody Frazier, “Through With Me” depicts the turmoil of coping with the end of a relationship after the other half has already moved on. 
 
“We’ve had a lot of love songs lately, but now I think it’s time for a heartbreaker,” remarks Adcock. “‘Through With Me’ is just that.” 

“Through With Me” is Adcock’s latest release in a flurry of instant grat songs from the album, including “The Day I Hang It Up,” “Workin’ Man,” “Having One Now,” “Anymore,”  “Shoes” and “One Hell Of A Steal,” marking six weeks of new music. “Shoes” left Country Central remarking, “unfortunately for the haters, he has done it again.”
 
American Songwriter has dubbed Adcock a “modern-day outlaw,” while Music Row Magazine hails his “rowdy, high-octane performance” —a reputation he’s bringing to fans across the country on his 30-city The Day I Hang It Up Tour. The trek features a rotating lineup of special guests, including Pecos & The Rooftops, Corey Kent, Tyler Nance, Jake Worthington, The Creekers, Braxton Keith and Mack Geiger.
 
A proven must-see live performer, Adcock has sold out venues coast to coast across multiple headline tours, including the Monster Energy Outbreak Tour Presents: Gavin Adcock, Actin’ Up Again (Again) Tour and Need To Tour. Most recently, he joined Morgan Wallen for select dates on both legs of Wallen’s 2025 and 2026 tours, earning explosive responses from audiences nationwide.
 
In addition to the standard CD/Vinyl, The Day I Hang It Up limited edition exclusive bone-colored vinyl is now available for pre-order. Built for the die-hards, this exclusive two LP is pressed on raw, bone-colored wax and wrapped in a killer limited-edition alternate cover. To cap it off, every copy drops with a custom 12x12 insert hand-signed by Adcock himself.
 
To purchase tour tickets or to pre-order limited edition vinyl, visit GavinAdcockMusic.com. 

The Day I Hang It Up Tour 2026            
Sep 17 || Lubbock, Texas || Cooks Garage * %                                  
Sep 19 || Round Rock, Texas || Round Rock Amp %                         
Sep 24 || Baton Rouge, La. || Raising Cane's River Center Arena * %                      
Sep 25 || Oxford, Miss. || SJB Pavilion * %                           
 
Oct 15 || Macon, Ga. || Atrium Health Amphitheater > %                 
Oct 16 || Birmingham, Ala. || Coca-Cola Amphitheater > %
Oct 17 || Little Rock, Ark. || First Security Amphitheater > %          
Oct 22 || Fishers, Ind. || Fishers Event Center $ ^ 
Oct 23 || Knoxville, Tenn. || Knoxville Civic Coliseum $ ^
Oct 24 || Cary, N.C. || Koka Booth Amphitheatre $ ^ 
Oct 29 || Charlotte, N.C. || Bojangles Coliseum > % 
Oct 30 ||Savannah, Ga. || Enmarket Arena > % 
Oct 31 || Estero, Fla. || Hertz Arena > %
 
Nov 6 || Boston, Mass. || MGM Music Hall at Fenway > %
Nov 7 || Reading, Penn. || Santander Arena > %
Nov 13 || Detroit, Mich. || Masonic Temple Theatre > %
Nov 14 || Grand Rapids, Mich. || Van Andel Arena > %
 
Dec 10 || Las Vegas, Nev. || The Theater at Virgin Hotels !
 
Opener denotations:
$: Pecos & The Rooftops
*: Corey Kent
^: Tyler Nance
#: Jake Worthington
%: The Creekers
>: Braxton Keith
!: Mack Geiger

David Ellefson Announces the European Bass Warrior Countdown to Extinction Tour this December! ​

GRAMMY Award winning bassist DAVID ELLEFSON has announced his BASS WARRIOR TOUR in Europe for December 2026. The tour will feature Ellefson and his solo band performing select cuts from his well-known catalog of Mega hits, including the Megadeth Countdown to Extinction album in it's entirety, solo material and other hard rock & metal favorites which inspired him during his 40-year music career. 

Ellefson states, "We had such great fan request for Countdown to Extinction from earlier this year that we are going to wrap 2026 with some final shows across Europe which also includes some new cities and countries to celebrate the music from one of my all time favorite albums of my discography.  The perfect holiday wrap up for the year!"

Ellefson launched his Bass Warrior tour in 2024, with musical director Andy Martongelli (Ellefson-Soto, Artemis) as a way to perform songs for fans across Europe from his 40+ years as a world renowned recording artist.

VIP's on sale Friday September 18th!

Information can be found at www.basswarriortour.com 

Bass Warrior European Tour Dates:

12/3 @ Kill Joy in Roma, Italy

12/4 @ Rock N Roll in Rho, Italy

12/5 @ Del Vino in Orchamps- Vennes, France

12/7 @ Music on the Hague in Den Haag, Netherlands

12/8 @ Metropool in Enschede, Netherlands

12/9 @ Iduna, Drachten, Netherlands

12/10 @ Burghof Huhnerstall in Frankfurt, Germany

12/12 @ Stary Dom in Domecko, Poland

12/13 @ The Barrel Venue in Drogheda, Ireland

12/15 @ JS Retro in Nitra, Slovakia

12/18 @ Fest Club in Belgrado, Serbia

12/19 @ Hard Place in Zagabria, Croatia

For more information on all of these events please visit:

www.davidellefson.com

www.basswarriortour.com

Summer Hoop Announces New EP "Self Disrespect" + Soundtracks Pop, Screams & Self-Sabotage on New Single "Tore Up"

Dark-pop breakout, Summer Hoop, steps into a messier, more self-aware era with the announcement of her upcoming EP, "Self Disrespect", out November 6 via Oxide Music. Accompanying today's announcement is the brand new track "Tore Up (ft. Asha Locke of GILT)", which channels a spiral of heartbreak, bad decisions, and emotional overcompensation into a loud, volatile freefall. Fans can listen to "Tore Up (ft. Asha Locke of GILT)" Below.

Exploring the impossible balancing act of wanting to be loved without having to change parts of yourself that feel too loud, complicated, or difficult to contain, her upcoming EP, "Self Disrespect" follows the moments where self-sabotage finally kicks in. As the relationship unravels, Summer Hoop turns its aftermath into "Tore Up (ft. Asha Locke of GILT)", an electric, neon-lit release where heartbreak and euphoria collide.

With the "Self Disrespect" era officially underway, Summer Hoop shares:

"I have never felt more confident in myself artistically and this EP is a really transparent form of self reflection that I’ve spent years running from in my personal life. I feel simultaneously so fragile and so incredibly tough most of the time and I feel like this EP really shows both sides of the same coin sonically and lyrically. Time to disrespect yourself (:"

Giving voice to the feelings behind "Tore Up (ft. Asha Locke of GILT)", Summer Hoop continues:

"I have an unfortunate list of reckless habits and destructive tendencies that I have tried to suppress in the pursuit of being what somebody else needs in a relationship. “Tore Up” is the inevitable ending every time, blacked out at the function, yelling over loud music, asking somebody to accept me and just let me be myself. It’s a bad cycle. They always leave, but the club lights are pretty, and I’m going to turn up with tears in my eyes."

Sitting at the intersection of glossy pop hooks and grittier, heavier undercurrents, Summer Hooppositions herself as a distinct new voice for fans of Poppy, Maggie Lindemann, and PVRIS. With a growing catalog and a bold artistic identity rooted in the contrast of beauty and chaos, Summer Hoop is quickly carving out a space of her own in the alternative landscape.

Following the release of her Oxide Music debut, "Mindlessly", Summer Hoop recently wrapped a run of Florida dates supporting Icon For Hire and will be hitting the road supporting Nate Vickers across five US dates.

Be sure to stay tuned for more Summer Hoop news coming soon.

SUMMER HOOP

Supporting Nate Vickers

September 17 - Nashville, TN - The 58’

September 20 - Harrisburg, PA - Capital City Music Hall

September 21 - Vienna, VA - Jammin’ Java

September 23 - Greensboro, NC - Hangar 1819

September 25 - Atlanta, GA - The Masquerade

ABOUT SUMMER HOOP

Based out of Tampa, FL, Summer Hoop has always had music at the center of her world. From being involved with theatre throughout her childhood to forming her own bands as she reached her teenage years, music has always been a focus point. “I didn’t ever see anything else for my life. My dad started bringing me to concerts when I was a literal child at 4 years old. His deep love for rock and alternative music got me into music. I’m on a mission to make fresh stuff that feels nostalgic of the things that I’ve loved in the past.” Summer Hoop says about her introduction into music.

Hoop is a powerhouse artist that takes immense pride in her songwriting, wrapping her art in a layer of protection.“Becoming a solo artist felt like the natural next step, because it gives me the creative control to fully shape my sound and vision while still bringing the energy of a full live band.” Hoop says about flourishing as a solo artist. “I’ve been performing with the same group of musicians for years, so I get that dynamic, collaborative feel on stage, but at the same time I can stay true to my own taste and represent myself exactly how I want to.”

Drawing inspiration from iconic artists such as Fall Out Boy, My Chemical Romance and PVRIS just to name a few. Hoop uses her songs as a way to express difficult topics. “I’ve never been great at saying the hard things out loud. Whether that’s in friendships, relationships, or even with family.” Hoop continues. “Writing music is the only space where I can be brutally honest without censoring myself. It’s how I process everything I go through, because if I don’t write it down, it just sits in me.”

Now, with the announcement of her upcoming EP, "Self Disrespect", Summer Hoop continues to push deeper into emotionally charged territory. The track explores obsessive devotion, sacrifice, and self-destruction, building on the intensity of her previous releases while marking her debut release via Oxide Music.

Hoop has hit incredible milestones throughout her career, being featured on Bilmuri’s track, “THE VOID APPROACHETH” along with Lost In Separation's "Higher" and sharing the stage with notable acts such as Pierce The Veil, Adam Lambert and Twenty One Pilots. “My songs are like a no-filter version of my thoughts — sometimes dark, lots of times funny, but always real.” Hoop says reflecting on her discography, “Human connection, friendship, and love are painful and confusing a lot of the time, but they’re also the best things we get to experience in this life. My music is about holding both truths at once — the chaos and the beauty.”

GÅTE Announced as Winners of John Lennon Songwriting Competition

Gåte are one of the most accomplished group of artists to come out of Norway. The band have topped the Norwegian charts, won a Norwegian Grammy and represented Norway in the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest with their groundbreaking mix of Nordic folk and modern rock. Now, as fans around the world anticipate the upcoming release of their sixth studio album and first for Season of Mist, they are proud to celebrate another career milestone.    

Today, Gåte are announcing that their recent single “Sannsiger” has won the grand prize in the World category during Session I of The John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Released in April 2026 upon signing with Season of Mist, “Sannsiger” sets the stage for the ancient legends and folk narratives that the band explore on Sigil by weaving Hardanger fiddle and nyckeharpa into their contemporary sound. The song features guest vocals from Maria Franz of Season of Mist labelmates Heilung.    

“We are deeply honored to be selected as winners of The John Lennon Songwriting Contest”, Gåte says. “This award means a lot to us, especially since ‘Sannsiger’ marks a new direction for our band. The song is driven by the nyceklharpa and a simple guitar loop that our guitarist Magnus Børmark recorded on his phone. From that recording grew a song about the truth-tellers throughout our shared history and how society in every age seems to feel the need to silence them”.

“‘Sannsiger’ hit me from the very first moment that I heard it”, Heilung vocalist Maria Franz said upon the song’s release. “Its raw energy immediately resonated with me. I’ve been a fan of Gåte for many years, so accepting the invitation was a no-brainer. The band were wonderful to work with, and I’m very excited to hear the rest of their upcoming album”.

Winners of The John Lennon Songwriting Contest receive prizes from Taylor Guitars, Genelec and other companies. One 2026 Grand Prize winner will go on to win Song of the Year and $20,000.    

Watch the music video for “Sannsiger” below:

Sigil comes out September 25 on Season of Mist.

Pre-order

https://orcd.co/gatesigil

Pre-save on Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/2kiURuXN7GZ84VD9HDnbsf

Gåte’s upcoming fall tour will bring the band to nine cities across Norway, plus one date in Istanbul, Turkey. During this ten date run, they will perform new songs from Sigil, along with fan favorites from their celebrated discography.

Gåte Concerts 2026

October 23 - Trondheim, Norway @ Havet [TICKETS]

October 30 - Drammen, Norway @ Union [TICKETS]

October 31 - Oslo, Norway @ Sentrum Scene [TICKETS]

November 5 - Haugesund, Norway @ Høvleriet [TICKETS]

November 6 - Stavanger, Norway @ Folken [TICKETS]

November 7 - Bergen, Norway @ Verftet [TICKETS]

November 12 - Skien, Norway @ Parkbiografen [TICKETS]

November 13 - Moss, Norway @ Verket Scene [TICKETS]

November 14 - Hamar, Norway @ Festiviteten [TICKETS]

November 21 - Istanbul, Turkey @ IF Performance [TICKETS]

GÅTE have now completed their sixth studio album, which will be released on the band’s new label home Season of Mist. While the band has focused primarily on Norway in the past, signing with the international label reflects both the growing interest they have received from around the world and their desire to reach a wider audience.

During the fall of 2026, GÅTE will perform the album’s lead single “Sannsiger” and other new songs during a headline tour of Norway and one date in Istanbul, Turkey. Their concerts are well-known for being immersive and intense, balancing raw energy with a ritual-like focus that has earned them a glowing and growing reputation beyond the Nordic region.

Line-up:
Gunnhild Sundli — Vocals

Magnus Børmark — Guitars, Nyckelharpa, Sounds, FX, Programming, Percussion, Backing Vocals

Jon Even Schärer — Drums, Percussion, Programming, Mouth Harp, Backing Vocals

Arent Todal — Hardanger Fiddle, Nyckelharpa, Violin, Sounds, Backing Vocals

Mats Paulsen — Bass, Backing Vocals

Production Credits:
Recorded at MagnuStudio; Øra Studio.

Produced by Kristian Fanavoll Tvedt & Magnus Børmark.
Mixed & Mastered by Jacob Hansen at Hansen Studios.

Guest Musicians:
Kristian Fanavoll Tvedt — Synths, Programming, Sounds, Guitar, Backing Vocals
Maria Franz — Guest Vocals on "Sannsiger"
Olav Luksengård Mjelva — Hardanger Fiddle on "Bergteken", "Oskorsreia", "Strandvaskar", "Songen", "Aude"
John Stenersen — Hurdy-Gurdy on "Mi Jord"
Knut Anders Vestad — Concert Grand Piano on "Jostedalsrypa"
Marit Aspås — Cello on "Jostedalsrypa"
Sylvelin Sundli — Upright Piano on "Bòd frå djupet"

Cover Art:
Martine Solstad Larsen (Sigil Artist); Martin Kvamme (Cover Art and Design).

Photography:
Ole Ekker

Pre-save & Pre-order: https://orcd.co/gatesigil

Follow GÅTE:
Official Website: https://www.gåte.com/
Bandcamp: https://gaate.bandcamp.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gaateband/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gaate_official/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gaateband
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/G%C3%A5temusic
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3YxkGgMvqCQA75aFpy6524
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/g%C3%A5te/73355577
Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/artist/16043
Tidal: https://tidal.com/artist/12122/

HELLRIPPER Digitally Releases Two New ZEKE Covers Ahead of Imminent Tours

Scotland's ibex-obsessed blackened thrash bastard of Hades, otherwise known as HELLRIPPER, is now unleashing two digital singles ahead of his upcoming worldwide live assault, which kicks off this Thursday in Europe before laying waste to North America for the first time ever in support of HAVOK! To celebrate, the Goat Kvlt mastermind is now offering two cover versions of legendary Seattle speed metal punks, Zeke. Listen now to the black thrash versions of the tracks “Let’s Get Drugs” and “Mainline" Below.

HELLRIPPER guitarist/vocalist/songwriter James McBain comments, “ZEKE has been a favourite band of mine for many years now, and I sure have gotten a lot of mileage out of that shirt of mine as a lot of people have pointed out! The influence they have had on the sound of Hellripper cannot be overstated - 100mph balls to the wall metalpunk with endless guitar solos? Count me in! These two tracks were released as part of the Decibel Magazine Flexi series earlier this year, and I'm happy to now have them out there for everyone to listen to. ZEKE YOU!”

The extensive U.S. trek will kick off on October 21 in Salt Lake City, UT and will decimate everything in its path until the final stop on November 20 in Denver, CO. The full itinerary can be found below and tickets to all upcoming live performances are available HERE.

HELLRIPPER will be supporting its critically-acclaimed new album, 'Coronach,' which was released worldwide on March 27, 2026 via Century Media Records, making it his debut to the label! 'Coronach' can be streamed, downloaded, or ordered HERE.

Enter the GOAT KVLT HERE.

HELLRIPPER LIVE NORTH AMERICAN DATES (w/ HAVOK):

10/21: Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Music Hall

10/22: Boise, ID @ Shrine Social Club Ballroom

10/23: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

10/24: Portland, OR @ Dante’s

10/26: Roseville, CA @ Goldfield Trading Post

10/27: Berkeley, CA @ Cornerstone Berkeley

10/28: Los Angeles, CA @ The Regent Theater

10/29:Fresno, CA@ Strummer’s

10/30: Las Vegas, NV @ Backstage Bar Billiards

10/31: Mesa. AZ @ Nile Theater

11/02: Dallas, TX @ AM/FM

11/03: Austin, TX @ Come and Take it Live

11/04: Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live Midtown

11/06: Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade (Hell)

11/07: Nashville, TN @ Basement East

11/08: Asheville, NC @ Eulogy

11/09: Richmond, VA @ Canal Club

11/11: Baltimore, MD @ Baltimore Soundstage

11/12: Harrisburg, PA @ Capital City Music Hall

11/13: Boston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall

11/14: New York, NY @ Racket

11/15: Lakewood, OH @ Mercury Music Lounge

11/17: Detroit, MI @ Catacombs at the Sanctuary

11/18: Chicago, IL @ Reggies

11/19: Kansas City, MO @ Recordbar

11/20: Denver, CO @ Gothic Theatre
11/25: Montreal, QC @ Piranha Bar 

11/26: Quebec, QC @ La Source De La Martinière

11/27: Ottawa, ON @ Dominion Tavern

11/28: Toronto, ON @ Supermarket Bar & Variety

Hellripper EU Live Dates (w/ NECROFIER):

TH 17.09.2026 Hannover (Germany) - Cafe Glocksee * / Sold out!

FR 18.09.2026 Esbjerg (Denmark) - Tobakken *

SA 19.09.2026 Aarhus (Denmark) - VoxHall *

SU 20.09.2026 Gothenburg (Sweden) - Monument *

MO 21.09.2026 Oslo (Norway) - Vaterland * / Sold out!

TU 22.09.2026 Norrköping (Sweden) - Dynamo *

WE 23.09.2026 Stockholm (Sweden) - Kollektivet Livet *

TH 24.09.2026 Malmö (Sweden) - Plan B *

FR 25.09.2026 Lübeck (Germany) - Treibsand *

SA 26.09.2026 Hinte (Germany) - Coast Rock Festival *

SU 27.09.2026 Namur (Belgium) - Le Belvedere *

HELLRIPPER Latin American Dates:

SA 09.01.2027 Mangualde (Portugal) - Mangualde Hardmetalfest

TH 14.01.2027 Rio De Janeiro (Brazil) - Experience Music

FR 15.01 2027 Curitiba (Brazil) - Basement Cultural

SA 16.01.2027 Sao Paulo (Brazil) - Burning House

SU 17.01.2027 Belo Horizonte (Brazil) - Caverna

TU 19.01.2027 Buenos Aires (Argentina) - Uniclub

WE 20.01.2027 Santiago (Chile) - Sala RBX

TH 21.01.2027 Lima (Peru) - Vichama Conciertos

SA 23.01.2027 Bogota (Colombia) - Ace of Spades

SU 24.01.2027 Quito (Ecuador) - Necronik

TU 26.01.2027 San Jose (Costa Rica) - Amon Solar

TH 28.01.2027 Monterrey (Mexico) - Cafe Iguana

FR 29.01.2027 Hermosillo (Mexico) - London Pub

SA 30.01.2027 Tijuana (Mexico) - Dragón Rojo

SU 31.01.2027 Mexico City (Mexico) - Circo Volador

HELLRIPPER 2027 DATES (+ more TBA):

SA 13.03.2027 Eindhoven (The Netherlands) - Dynamo / Welcome To Hell Festival

TH-SU 25-28.03.2027 Oslo (Norway) - Inferno Festival

FR-SA 28-29.05.2027 Buchenbach (Germany) - Boarstream Open Air Festival

TH-SA 03-05.06.2027 Stykkisholmur (Iceland) - Satan Festival

FR-SU 11-13.06.2027 Leeuwarden (The Netherlands) - Into the Grave Festival

* w/ Necrofier

+ w/ Havok

The brainchild of guitarist/vocalist/solitary force, James McBain, Hellripper has been running like a denim-vested, backpatch-encrusted William Wallace, bravehearting his way through metal's bloodiest battlefields since first coagulating his personal darkness in 2014. Taking armaments from “Kill 'Em All” era Hetfield and “Welcome to Hell” era Mantas, McBain has immersed his fascination with darkness and speed with Scottish history and come with bloody masterpieces like 2023's “Warlocks Grim & Withered Hags” that Metal Injection stated: "Bursts with growth and a mature exploration of darkness and eeriness while maintaining that original high-octane burning”. McBain is presently sharpening his blades and casting new spells that will transmogrify into Hellripper's Century Media debut “Coronach”.

Hellripper Lineup:

James McBain – All Instruments & Vocals

Hellripper live and video performance line-up:

James McBain – Guitar & Vocals

Joseph Quinlan – Guitar

Andy Milburn – Bass

Max Southall – Drums

Album credits:

Recorded and mixed by Hellripper’s James McBain at Coronach Studios in Scotland, UK

Mastered by Damien Herring at Subterranean Watchtower Studios in the USA.

Cover Artwork: Adam Burke / Nightjar Illustration

Formats:

Jewelcase CD

Digital Album

LP (formats below):

- “Black Cuillin” LP on black vinyl (Unlimited, available in Europe)

- “Wild Thistle” LP on transp. magenta vinyl (Ltd. to 400x copies, available from UK retailers and Hellripper)

- “Saltire” LP on blue vinyl (Ltd. to 300x copies, available from selected German & Austrian retailers and from Hellripper)

- “Highland Mist” LP on grey vinyl (Ltd. to 1000x copies, available from Hellripper)

- “Baobhan Sith” LP on transp. forest green vinyl (Unlimited, available in the USA)

- “Granite City” LP on electric smoke colored vinyl (Ltd. to 500x copies, available in the USA)

- “Bean Nighe” LP on ultra clear vinyl (Ltd. to 300x copies, available in the USA from Hellripper)

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GHØSTKID Unleash "I Destroyed You" Video — WATCH // Reveal New Lineup

The cat is out of the bag: With the release of the new music video for the track "I DESTROYED YOU," metal band GHØSTKID reveal their new band lineup after the original band members around vocalist Sushi departed in May 2026.

Sushi is now joined for GHØSTKID by Ian Duncan on guitar (Caliban); David Friedrich on drums (ex-Electric Callboy); and Axel One on bass (ex-WE BUTTER THE BREAD WITH BUTTER). With the new band lineup and the upcoming third album by the name FOLLOW THE WHITE RABBIT, to be released October 2, GHØSTKID do not just return but are meeting their fans for an entirely new era. 

WATCH THE VIDEO FOR "I DESTROYED YOU" BELOW.

PRE-SAVE/BUY THE NEW ALBUM HERE.

GHØSTKID LIVE:
FOLLOW THE WHITE RABBIT EUROPE/UK TOUR 2026:
WITH DROPOUT KINGS, STAIN THE CANVAS, + SEVEN BLOOD:
10/8 — Nuremberg, Germany — Z-Bau
10/9 — Frankfurt, Germany — Das Bett
10/10 — Zurich, Switzerland — Komplex Klub
10/11 — Munich, Germany — Backstage Halle
10/13 — Budapest, Hungary — Analog Music Hall
10/14 — Vienna, Austria — Viper Room
10/15 — Krakow, Poland — Hype Park
10/16 — Prague, Czech Republic — Bike Jesus
10/17 — Dresden, Germany — Tante Ju
10/19 — Berlin, Germany — Lido
10/20 — Hamburg, Germany — Kaiserkeller
10/21 — Nijmegen, Netherlands — Doornroosje
10/23 — Nottingham, England — Rescue Rooms
10/24 — Manchester, England — Gorilla
10/25 — London, England — The Garage
10/27 — Ghent, Belgium — Vierde Zaal
10/28 — Paris, France — Backstage By The Mill
10/29 — Cologne, Germany — Essigfabrik

ABOUT GHØSTKID:
"Retrospectively, it was a very hard time, mentally. But I’m happy to speak openly about it. It was a time with feelings in between completely burning out and 'everything is incredible.'"

Looking back at the last six years, GHØSTKID has faced immense pressure, both personally and professionally. After a liberating start with his self-titled Century Media debut in 2020, there has never been a moment of silence in Sebastian “Sushi” Biesler's mind. The following years took his solo project on tours with Bad Omens, Black Veil Brides, and Blind Channel, headline tours and performances at festivals like Wacken Open Air and Summer Breeze, yet his mind kept playing tricks on him. Success came with doubts and pressure fueled by financial struggles, leadership responsibilities, mental health, and deep self-reflections through turbulent years. "I've learned a lot, made just as many mistakes, and truly underestimated what it means to stand on your own feet," says Sushi who reached a turning point in mid-2026.

After parting ways with his bandmates, he found new people to share his vision of a modern mix between metalcore, nu-metal, alternative rock, and now embarks on a new album cycle. Referring to Lewis Carroll's children’s novel Alice in Wonderland and the computer game "American McGee’s Alice", FOLLOW THE WHITE RABBIT is a journey through Sushi’s mind and offers unfiltered insights into his deepest thoughts and emotions. "Once you're going down the rabbit hole, you'll face many scary, weird, and disturbing things that will make you question your sanity. That's what this album is all about."

Once again produced by long-time-collaborator Sky van Hoff, GHØSTKID's third offering reignites Sushi’s versatile influences and shapes it into a modern sound. FOLLOW THE WHITE RABBIT is not just another fictional concept album, but a collection of eleven songs rooted in concrete situations of Sushi's life. Through turbulent years of doubt and struggle, GHØSTKID has become a vessel. Not only for Sushi, but for a growing community that finds strength and relief in the honesty of his music.

"Without GHØSTKID, the pressure would have been unbearable."

'00s Faves Dry Kill Logic Celebrate 20 Years "Of Vengeance & Violence" With Vinyl Release + Louder Than Life Performance

Twenty years after the release of their landmark album Of Vengeance & Violence, Dry Kill Logic are celebrating the anniversary with a special return to the stage, the album's first-ever vinyl pressing, and the beginning of a new chapter for the band.

The group will mark the anniversary with a special performance at the Louder Than Life Festival in Louisville, Kentucky on Friday, September 18. The performance will serve as Dry Kill Logic’s final show of 2026 before the band heads into the studio to begin recording their new full-length album — Your Sins Will Find You.

20 YEARS OF VENGEANCE & VIOLENCE:
Originally released in September 2006, Of Vengeance & Violence stands as one of the defining releases in Dry Kill Logic's catalog. Twenty years later, the album continues to represent a pivotal moment in the band's evolution, combining their trademark aggression with a broader and more dynamic approach to songwriting.

To commemorate the anniversary, Dry Kill Logic will release the first-ever vinyl pressing of Of Vengeance & Violence.

The limited-edition release will feature two exclusive variants:
Yellow & Black Galaxy (125 copies)
Purple Smoke (125 copies)

The anniversary vinyl, along with exclusive commemorative merchandise, are available for pre-order on the band's official store at this location.

The celebration hits the stage at the Louder Than Life Festival in Louisville, Kentucky on Friday, September 18 and marks the group's final show of 2026.

"This record has meant so much, both to us and to the people who have carried it with them for the last 20 years," says vocalist Cliff Rigano. "Being able to celebrate it by finally releasing it on vinyl and playing Louder than Life is surreal."

THE NEXT CHAPTER: YOUR SINS WILL FIND YOU:
Following their performance at Louder than Life, Dry Kill Logic will return to Silver Bullet Studios to continue recording their fourth full-length album, Your Sins Will Find You. Working with producer Greg Thomas (End, 100 Demons, Blood for Blood), the album promises to honor the band's roots while pushing their sound into new territory. Fans can expect a dynamic blend of ferocity and melody, building on tracks such as "Vices," "Don't See Ghosts," and "Now You Belong With the Dead," while retaining the raw aggression that has defined Dry Kill Logic from the beginning.

After decades away, the band is not looking backward.

Your Sins Will Find You represents what comes next.

Anciients Release Re-Recording of “Humanist”

Fresh off crushing the stage in celebration of the 10th anniversary of their first JUNO Award winning album, Voice of the Void, the Canadian progressive metal band Anciients are polishing off one of their heaviest songs ahead of their first tour of Europe and the United Kingdom in more than a decade.

Today, Anciients are releasing a re-recorded version of “Humanist”. Originally recorded for the band’s debut EP, Snakebeard, in 2011, “Humanist” was later included as a bonus track on their beloved first full-length, 2013’s Heart of Oak. The 2026 re-recording features their current lineup, who won a JUNO Award in 2025 for their latest album, Beyond the Reach of the Sun, as well as backing vocals from former member Chris Dyck, who appeared on the original recording. More than a decade later, the song’s heavy, heady and heartfelt performance proves once more why Anciients are one of progressive metal’s must-watch bands.  

“Humanist’ was the first song we recorded as a band”, recalls Anciients’ vocalist and guitarist Kenny Cook. “After hearing the sonic improvements that came with re-recording ‘Built to Die’ last year, we wanted to give ‘Humanist’ the same treatment”.

“The song represents a wild dream”, Cook continues. “Musically, ‘Humanist’ is one of our heaviest, though we chuck a little bit of everything into the composition”.

Listen to the re-recorded version of “Humanist” below:

Catch Anciients this month on their European and UK headline tour.

Anciients 2026 Ascent of the Fallen Ones Headline European/UK Tour

September 26 - Leeuwarden, NL @ Into the Void [TICKETS]
September 27 - Cologne, DE @ Euroblast [TICKETS]
September 29 - Copenhagen, DK @ Stengade [TICKETS]
October 1 - London, UK @ The Black Heart [TICKETS]
October 2 - Nottingham, UK @ The Mist Rolling Inn [TICKETS]
October 3 - Manchester, UK @ The Lodge [TICKETS]
October 4 - Bristol, UK @ The Croft [TICKETS]
October 6 - Southampton, UK @ Joiners [TICKETS]
October 7 - Brighton, UK @ Dust [TICKETS]
October 10 -  Nijmegen, NL @ Soulcrusher [TICKETS]

October 12 - Toulouse, FR @ Le Rex [TICKETS]
October 13 - Barcelona, ES @ Razzmatazz 3 [TICKETS]
October 14 - Madrid, ES @ Rockville [TICKETS]
October 15 - Bragança, PT @ JP Rock Cafe [TICKETS]

October 17 - Porto, PT @ Auditório CCOP

Anciients’ award-winning discography is available now on Season of Mist.

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With all being said and done, Anciients have returned! They stand ready to ascend the prog metal ladder and get back to doing what they do best with a weighty and dense, but wholly accessible, album. It’s a collection of ten songs that possesses the ability to have those furiously banging heads also tapping into their power of self-reflection and contemplation to ponder the finality of existence, the value of life and their place in the universe.  

“Totally! We’re going to take as many of the opportunities that come to us. The hiatus is over and I think with the new members and everyone being on the same page we’re ready to get out there as soon as possible. We missed out on a huge block after the last record, so we’ve got to make up for lost time. Now that everyone is happy and healthy, we plan to hit it hard.”

Lineup
Kenny Cook (vocals, guitar)
Mike Hannay (drums)
Brock MacInnes (rhythm guitar)
Rory O'Brien (bass)

Guest musicians on “Humanist” (Re-Recorded)
Chris Dyck - Backing vocals

Recording studio
Rain City Recorders

Producer and sound engineer
Jesse Gander

Mastering engineer and studio
Stu McKillop @ Rain City Mastering

Mixing engineer and studio
Jesse Gander @ Rain City Recorders

Bio
Kevin Stewart-Panko

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Swedish Symphonic Metallers ELEINE Release New Single "Liars Linger" + Visualizer

Swedish metal band ELEINE drop their new single and visualizer “Liars Linger” from their upcoming fifth studio album, ‘The Water Taste Of Blood,’ out December 4th via Algoth Records / Sound Pollution.

Where “Watch As We Rise” was the soundtrack of the empire coming down, “Liars Linger” is about the kind of betrayal that only cuts this deep when it comes from someone you trusted with your life, whose words turn out to be worthless and whose blades were sharpened long before you saw them coming.

Exhausted but still marching, the song refuses to let that wreckage harden into fear, turning the pain into the very strength that carries you back out of it. It builds with tension before breaking wide open into a chorus that no longer belongs just to the band, leaving you standing taller than it found you.

Watch the Visualizer for "Liars Linger" Below:

In ELEINE’s own words:

“Have you ever trusted someone deeply? Maybe even to the point where you trust them with your life? When trust is broken, it all falls apart. It is time to open your eyes towards all that has been, is and will become. You must realize what is now, is real. But do not fear being deceived again, use the pain to rise through the lies and reclaim your freedom. 'Liars Linger' is one of the strongest choruses of the upcoming album. It’s heartbreaking yet uplifting, heavy but fragile. We hope our fans will embrace this song as much as we have.”

Stream / Listen to "Liars Linger" HERE

What began in southern Sweden has grown into a loyal global community united by music, perseverance, and the refusal to give up. Led by vocalist Madeleine Liljestam and guitarist/vocalist Rikard Ekberg, ELEINE have spent recent years building one of metal's most dedicated fan communities through acclaimed releases, including a #1 album on the Swedish sales charts, successful headline tours, and a direct connection with their audience that extends far beyond the stage. 

Along the way, the band has shared stages with Arch Enemy, Kamelot, PAIN, Sonata Arctica and W.A.S.P., while steadily building a headline presence of their own. Their 2024 European headline tour sold out multiple dates and led directly to a second headline run in spring 2025.

ELEINE connect with nearly 700,000 followers across their social and streaming platforms, while their music videos have surpassed 60 million views on YouTube. Now with ELEINE’s new album 'Water Taste of Blood' arriving December 4th, 2026, and their most extensive European and UK headline tour already underway, ELEINE are ready to be heard on the biggest stage of their career and continue to expand the world they have built together with the Legion, their fans, who have grown alongside them and who have become the heart of the band.

Pre-Order 'The Water Taste Of Blood' HERE

In just a few weeks, ELEINE will kick off the biggest headline tour of their career with over 30 shows across Europe and the UK, from Hamburg and London to Paris, Milan, Warsaw and Copenhagen before coming home to Sweden for an exclusive 'The Water Taste Of Blood' album release show in Lund on December 5th. Their last European run sold out multiple dates, so don’t wait, the countdown is on!

ELEINE Live:

08/10: Hamburg, Germany @ Logo

10/09: Dortmund, Germany @ Junkyard

10/10: Hoogeveen, Netherlands @ Podium

10/11: Kortrijk, Belgium @ DVG Club

10/13: London, England @ The Underworld

10/14: Southampton, England @ The Brook

10/15: Manchester, England @ Rebellion

10/16: Glasgow, Scotland @ Slay

10/17: Nottingham, England @ Saltbox

10/18: Birmingham, England @ O2 Institute 2

10/19: Paris, France @ Backstage By The Mill

10/22: Barcelona, Spain @ Razzmatazz 3

10/23: Marseille, France @ Molotov

10/24: Monthey, Switzerland @ Pont Rouge

10/25: Lucerne, Switzerland @ Sedel

10/26: Milan, Italy @ Slaughter Club

10/27: Munich, Germany @ Feierwerk

10/29: Trier, Germany @ Mergener Hof

10/30: Salzburg, Austria @ Rockhouse

11/01: Zlín, Czech Republic @ Masters Of Rock Café

11/03: Warsaw, Poland @ Hydrozagadka

11/04: Krakow, Poland @ Zaścianek

11/05: Poznan, Poland @ 2Progi

11/06: Berlin, Germany @ Cassiopeia

11/07: Hanover, Germany @ Café Glocksee

11/08: Leipzig, Germany @ Hellraiser

11/09: Aarhus, Denmark @ VoxHall

11/10: Copenhagen, Denmark @ Stengade

11/11: Stockholm, Sweden @ Kollektivet Livet

11/12: Gothenburg, Sweden @ Valand

12/05: Lund, Sweden @ Mejeriet (Exclusive Album Release Show)

Find tickets & more information HERE

Ando San Signs To Sumerian Records Releases Double A-Side "Hype Man" & "Triggas"

LA born and bred, Ando San has spent his career to date carving out his own lane, fusing introspective hip-hop with intricate progressive metal guitar work. A rapper, producer and accomplished guitarist, his music draws on everything from jazzy boom-bap to instrumental math rock, resulting in a sound that's as technically ambitious as it is emotionally honest. 

Sumerian Records are proud to announce his signing. The signing marks a significant milestone for one of alternative music's most distinctive emerging voices. Speaking of joining the label, Ando says, “I am incredibly stoked to be a part of the Sumerian family. This is a huge moment for me, I have been a fan of this label since I was 15/16 years old and it's honestly insane to say that I am now signed by them. It's been a long time coming and this is only the beginning. I’m bringing the heat.”

His first releases for the label, arriving hot on the heels of his recent feature on ‘Hate Figure’ on the PRESIDENT album, in the form of a double A-side, ‘Hype Man’ & ‘Triggas’.

“Honestly, when I was writing ‘Hype Man’ I was incredibly inspired by “Dark Throne”, he shares. “Specifically the guitar riffs from their record “Ravishing Grimness”. Really dope album and one of my faves from “Dark Throne”. I thought it would be cool to start the song with a black metal vibe and then lead into a heavy beat. I named it “Hype Man” because at the time of recording the song I needed to hype myself up. I’m usually alone in my room making these songs and this one in particular needed that energy! I feel like you need to be your own personal “Hype Man” to get through things when you really don’t have anybody around to pump you up. It’s a super power!” 

Of ‘Triggas’, he reveals, “This song is about my triggers. I have a lot of trauma. Been through many things in my life and one thing that has helped me get through those hard moments is recognising my triggers. I think triggers could be a hindrance to a person's growth. I feel like it has stunted me for some time and I recognise that the things that do trigger me are personal traumas that I have experienced in my life. Coming to terms with that has taught me many things about myself. It has taught me to see when a trigger is coming, to know how to act when I'm triggered and to let the trigger pass. We all have our own personal triggers. It's important to understand why it's triggering you and to learn to work past those triggers. I think a lot of my music is just a molten pot of all my favourite genres. The song is synth heavy with a dope UK style drill hip-hop beat with metal guitars. Literally just doing whatever sounds sick. The most important thing for me is to be artistically authentic to myself. I have to be honest about who I am as a person to get to the originality I am constantly searching for.”

Ando San hits the UK for the first time later this month, supporting Don Broco, as well as ending the run with a London headliner. Following that, he'll be on tour across North America with Periphery beginning in late October (tickets here).

FORTHCOMING SHOWS 

SEPTEMBER 

27: WATFORD Colosseum ^ 

28: LINCOLN Engine Shed ^ 

29: SHEFFIELD Octagon Centre ^ 

OCTOBER 

01: EDINBURGH Corn Exchange ^ 

02: MANCHESTER Academy ^ 

03: LIVERPOOL Guild of Students ^ 

04: NEWCASTLE O2 City Hall ^ 

06: CAMBRIDGE Corn Exchange ^ 

07: BIRMINGHAM O2 Academy ^ 

08: PORTSMOUTH Guildhall ^ 

10: NORWICH University of East Anglia ^ 

11: FOLKESTONE Leas Cliff Hall ^ 

12: LONDON HERE at Outernet ^ 

13: LEEDS Testbed ^ 

14: BRISTOL The Prospect Building ^ 

16: LONDON The Lower Third (SOLD OUT) 

22: PHILADELPHIA (PA) The Fillmore * 

23: WORCESTER (MA) The Palladium * 

24: SILVER SPRING (MD) The Fillmore * 

26: TORONTO (ON) History * 

27: MONTREAL (QC) MTELUS * 

29: MCKEES ROCKS (PA) Roxian Theatre * 

30: CHICAGO (IL) Ramova Theatre * 

31: MINNEAPOLIS (MN) The Fillmore * 

NOVEMBER 

02: DENVER (CO) Fillmore Auditorium * 

03: SALT LAKE CITY (UT) The Union Event Center * 

05: PORTLAND (OR) Roseland Theater * 

06: SEATTLE (WA) Moore Theatre * 

08: SACRAMENTO (CA) Channel 24 * 

10: ANAHEIM (CA) House of Blues * 

11: PHOENIX (AZ) The Van Buren * 

13: SAN ANTONIO (TX) Boeing Center at Tech Port * 

14: DALLAS (TX) The Studio at The Bomb Factory * 

16: ST. PETERSBURG (FL) Jannus Live * 

17: ATLANTA (GA) Tabernacle * 

18: RALEIGH (NC) The Ritz * 

^ w/ Don Broco 

* w/ Periphery

Outlier Release "Graveyard Masterpiece", Announce Tour with Dark Divine & Fire From The Gods ​

OUTLIER have released their new single and official music video, “Graveyard Masterpiece,” via Oxide Records. The release arrives alongside the announcement that the band will hit the road for an upcoming tour this October with Dark Divine and Fire From The Gods.

“Graveyard Masterpiece” is a deeply personal exploration of the experiences that shape us—love, loss, trauma, failure, and everything we endure along the way. Rather than viewing those experiences as something to escape, Outlier embrace them as the raw materials that ultimately become part of who we are.

Frontman Joey Arena explains:

“'Graveyard Masterpiece' is about realizing that none of us become who we are untouched. We’re stitched together by love, loss, trauma, failure, and everything we survive along the way. Some pieces heal, some leave scars, but they all become part of us. We don’t always get to choose what life uses to build us, we only get to choose what we become when it’s finished."

As Outlier continue their work with Oxide Records, the band is pushing forward with some of their most ambitious music to date, further establishing themselves as one of heavy music’s most thought-provoking new voices. Unafraid to challenge expectations, Outlier create music that is as introspective as it is aggressive, confronting the experiences that shape us while questioning what we ultimately choose to become.

Now, Outlier are taking that vision to the road. The band will join Dark Divine and Fire From The Gods for an upcoming tour, giving fans the opportunity to experience “Graveyard Masterpiece” and Outlier’s evolving live show firsthand.

For Outlier, the future isn't about pretending the scars aren't there. It's about turning every scar, every loss, and every piece of the past into something greater.

"Graveyard Masterpiece" is available now on all major streaming platforms.

For more information, music, and upcoming announcements, follow Outlier on social media and streaming services.

Stream "Graveyard Masterpiece"

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WATCH the Official Music Video for "Graveyard Masterpiece" Below:

Outlier Shows:

10/12 JACKSONVILLE, FL @ JACK RABBITS

10/14 CORPUS CHRISTI, TX @ HOUSE OF ROCK

10/15 HOUSTON, TX @ BAD ASTRONAUT

10/16 SAN ANTONIO, TX @ THE ROCK BOX

10/18 FORT WORTH, TX @ TULIPS FTW

10/20 WICHITA, KS @ WAVE

10/21 SPRINGFIELD, MO @ THE REGENCY LIVE

10/22 INDIANAPOLIS, IN @ HOOSIER DOME

10/25 BUFFALO, NY @ REC ROOM

10/26 GRAND RAPIDS, MI @ THE STATCHE

10/27 CLEVELAND, OH @ MAHALL’S

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THE DAMN TRUTH Releases Deluxe Gatefold Edition of Acclaimed Self-Titled Album — Out Now via Frontiers Music Srl

Fresh from the success of their critically acclaimed, JUNO Award-nominated self-titled album, Canadian rock powerhouse THE DAMN TRUTH have released ‘The Damn Truth (Deluxe Edition)’ worldwide via Frontiers Music Srl, marking the album’s first worldwide physical release.

To celebrate, the band is shining a renewed spotlight on “Love Outta Luck,” one of the standout tracks from the album. Originally released as a single in September 2024, the song is available to stream now, alongside its official music video.

The album was produced by the legendary Canadian Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy Award-winning record producer Bob Rock, whose credits include Metallica, Mötley Crüe, Skid Row, Bryan Adams, Loverboy, Aerosmith, and Bon Jovi. THE DAMN TRUTH's album was recorded at Bryan Adams’ studio, The Warehouse in Vancouver.

THE DAMN TRUTH - Lee-la Baum (Lead vocals, guitar), Tom Shemer (lead guitar & backing vocals), PY Letellier (bass/backing vocals) and Dave Traina (drums/percussion & backing vocals) - ignite a kaleidoscopic rush of gutsy, revved-up modern rock, reimagining classic-rock ideals with fierce contemporary fire.

Watch the Music Video for "Love Outta Luck" Below:

‘The Damn Truth (Deluxe Edition)’ is available on CD and across four gatefold vinyl variants: classic black, coke bottle clear, gold, and red-and-white splatter.

The expanded edition also features the bonus track “Be Somebody – Live at Hotel2Tango,”capturing the immediacy, power, and musicianship at the heart of THE DAMN TRUTH’s live performances.

Speaking about the deeply personal connections listeners have formed with the album, the band said:

“Watching these songs find their way into your lives has been the greatest reward we’ve ever known as artists. Time and again, we’ve heard your stories, your interpretations, and the deeply personal connections you’ve forged with this music. That’s the real magic of rock & roll. Once the songs leave our hands, they belong to all of us.”

Order 'The Damn Truth' Deluxe Edition HERE

The momentum shows no signs of slowing as THE DAMN TRUTH charge into another landmark year, bringing their electrifying live show to audiences across the UK, Europe and Canada. Highlights include high-profile special guest appearances on Europe’s The Final Countdown - 40th Anniversary Tour, alongside major festival slots and headline performances.

THE DAMN TRUTH Live:

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

Suicide Silence Share Video for Title Track of New Album "Graceless" Out 11/20

Deathcore didn't invent itself.

The crushing combination of classic death metal ferocity with hardcore-punk spirit was created in garages and grimy venues. It was celebrated on message boards, in comment sections, and in sweaty, anarchic spaces where hardcore kids and death metal obsessives gathered. As the burgeoning sub-genre formed, teenage metalheads dared one another to get heavier. SUICIDE SILENCE made their logo synonymous with the most volatile and definitive stomp of the postmodern sound. Since their first rumblings in California's Inland Empire in the early 21st Century, the band's fusion of sonic violence, punk confrontation, and unapologetic nü-metal bounce put a fresh face on extreme metal.
 
They are thrilled to share "Graceless," the title track from their upcoming album, which is set for release on November 20.

The band comments, "This is the title track off our new record. It's a short 'n' sweet crusher that gives you a taste of what this record is all about. Check out our podcast where we go in detail about the song, video and album."

Watch the ferocious video, which captures the essence of what put deathcore on the map in the early 2000s, below.

Be sure to check out the accompanying podcast, which offers in-depth background information on "Graceless," here.

First pre-orders are available here.

SUICIDE SILENCE remain stubbornly communal. They have always written best with bodies in a room, amps cranked, and friendly arguments evolving into arrangements. That collective instinct gives Graceless its strange comfort amid the chaos. It is vicious, ugly, physical, immediate, and fully inhabited by a band that survived every argument about what it was supposed to be.

As Garza puts it, the goal was to "just get out of the way and serve that band logo. When we choose to do that, great things follow. We're back to doing it exactly as we did it when we were kids: Just playing heavy shit and doing it from the heart."

"Deathcore" was once a word thrown at them as a limit. Today, it's a flag planted in the dirt. 24 years after their first noise from SoCal, SUICIDE SILENCE stand in rare company: Survivors who never mistook endurance for safety, craftsmen more than capable of making instinct sound like impact. Graceless is the circle closing, hard, with newly sharpened teeth, hungry for future conquest.
 
First on their agenda is the North American "Reminders of Hell" headlining tour, featuring support from Emmure, AngelMaker, and Synestia.

SUICIDE SILENCE ON TOUR:
WITH EMMURE, ANGELMAKER, + SYNESTIA:

11/06 — Riverside, CA — Riverside Municipal Auditorium
11/07 — Mesa, AZ — The Nile Theater
11/09 — Houston, TX — Warehouse Live Midtown
11/10 — Dallas, TX — South Side Music Hall
11/11 — San Antonio, TX — The Rock Box
11/13 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade
11/15 — Greenville, SC — Radio Room
11/17 — Greensboro, NC — The Pyrle
11/18 — Baltimore, MD — Baltimore Soundstage
11/20 — Philadelphia, PA — Theatre of The Living Arts
11/21 — Worcester, MA — Palladium
11/22 — Brooklyn, NY — The Brooklyn Monarch
11/24 — Montréal, Canada — Club Soda
11/25 — Toronto, Canada — The Concert Hall
11/27 — New Kensington, PA — Preserving
11/28 — Cleveland, OH — Globe Iron
11/29 — Detroit, MI — Saint Andrew's Hall
12/01 — Chicago, IL — House of Blues Chicago
12/02 — Maplewood, MN — Myth Live
12/04 — Denver, CO — Summit Music Hall
12/05 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Complex
12/06 — Boise, ID — Treefort Music Hall
12/08 — Seattle, WA — The Showbox
12/09 — Portland, OR — Hawthorne Theatre
12/10 — Sacramento, CA — Ace Of Spades
12/11 — Reno, NV — Cargo Concert Hall
12/12 — San Jose, CA — The Ritz
12/13 — Los Angeles, CA — 1720™

SUICIDE SILENCE (L-R):
Chris Garza — Guitar
Mark Heylmun — Guitar
Eddie Hermida — Vocals
Dan Kenny — Bass
Ernie Iniguez — Drums

The Young Fables -CMA AWARD gratitude and NORTHEAST tour!

The last time we dropped into your inbox, we had some pretty incredible news to share: The Young Fables had made it onto the second ballot for CMA Vocal Duo of the Year.

Well, we didn’t make the final cut this time around, but we want you to know just how honored we were to have been recognized at that level, especially in a year when we didn’t even release a record.

And more than anything, we want to say thank you.

So many of you shared the news, cheered us on, sent messages, and made us feel like we had already won something just by getting that far. We felt every bit of that support, and we are incredibly grateful.

But here’s the thing…Next year, we ARE releasing a record. And in fact, we’re bringing some of the songs from that record to the Northeast starting RIGHT NOW!

We just moved into our new home, put our feet up for only a few days, and now we’re back out on the road again for that good long Northeast run. At least it’ll give us something to miss while we’re gone loving on all of you folks. ❤️

We are SO excited to share the new music we’ve been working on. That’s what makes these kinds of tours the best. There’s something really special about getting to play these songs for you while they’re still brand new to the world, before the record is even out.

We’d love to see you out and about! Here’s where we’ll be:

September 11–13 • Annapolis Songwriter's Festival • Annapolis, MD
September 16 • Gouldsboro Train Station • Gouldsboro, PA
September 17 • The Spire Center • Plymouth, MA
September 19 • Borrowed House Concerts HC • Atkinson, NH
September 20 • The Leblanc House HC • West Newbury, MA
September 22 • The Morrison House HC • Ogdensburg, NY
September 23 • BCA Campfire Concerts • Bear Creek Village, PA
September 24 • The LOFT • Monkton, MD
September 26 • Private House Concert HC • Berlin, MD
September 27 • The Amherst House HC • Columbia, MD

TICKETS

And hey, what a great time to invite a friend to a show.

Sharing new music with someone is one of the ultimate ways to bond, so if you happen to know anyone who has recently moved, fallen in love, had their heart broken, or, by golly, is just feeling themselves with some serious main character vibes… we’ll be speaking directly to them this time around.

Grab a friend, grab your tickets, and come hang with us.

We hope to see you out there on the road!

GREEN LUNG - Release New Studio Album "Necropolitan" & Visualizer For 'Dance To The Grave'

The long-awaited fourth album from Green Lung is finally upon us. The masters of occult riff-craft have officially released Necropolitan, which is out now via Nuclear Blast Records. A huge step forward in songwriting and vision, Necropolitan is the album Green Lung have been threatening to make since their inception.

As well as a portrait of the triumph and power of death and nature over the dreams and dominion of humankind, Necropolitan is a grand celebration of the folklore, occult and heavy music scene of the band’s birthplace, the city of London. The album title derives from the seven garden cemeteries (necropoli) circling the city, all built in the Victorian era.

Green Lung stated: 
"As the summer dies, the shadows start to move… Necropolitan is finally here. Thanks to everyone who has preordered, supported or spread the word about this album over the past few months – we are eternally grateful, and can’t wait for you to finally hear it. To celebrate the release, we commissioned Joseph Brett at Jackdaw Films to animate Richard Wells’s art and create our own danse macabre. Dance to the grave!’"

Today, the band have also revealed a visualiser for 'Dance to the Grave', the record's first track. The song delivers a memento mori to the current alliance between far-right politics and tech in the face of the climate crisis, with giant, swinging riffs and a chant-along mid-section. 

Order Necropolitan here: 
https://greenlung.bfan.link/necropolitan

Watch the video for ‘Dance To The Grave’ below: 

On the week that Necropolitan is released, Green Lung will be visiting some selected record stores to sign vinyl and CDs, plus fans will have the chance for a photo op with their very own Goatwizard. Head to greenlung.co.uk for more details! And keep your eyes peeled for more events as we get closer to release…

Friday 11-Sep       London, UK Rough Trade East (1pm BST)
Saturday 12-Sep   Manchester, UK HMV Manchester (5pm BST)
Sunday 13-Sep     Birmingham, UK HMV Vault (2pm BST)
Monday 14-Sep     Bristol, UK Rough Trade Bristol (1pm BST)

Later this year, Green Lung will be embarking on their European Dance to the Grave Tour MMXXVI. Special guests will be High On Fire with support from Gnome. The tour poster was designed by the band's frequent collaborator, Richard Wells.

GREEN LUNG
DANCE TO THE GRAVE TOUR MMXXVI
w/ High On Fire & Gnome

03-Dec   BE  Antwerp @ Trix
04-Dec   DE  Frankfurt am Main @ Batschkapp
05-Dec   DE  Munich @ Backstage
07-Dec   AT  Vienna @ Arena
08-Dec   DE  Leipzig @ Anker
10-Dec   DE  Hamburg @ Große Freiheit 36
11-Dec   DE  Berlin @ Astra Kulturhaus
12-Dec   DE  Cologne @ Carlswerk Victoria
13-Dec   NL  Tilburg @ O13
14-Dec   FR  Paris @ Bataclan
16-Dec   UK  London @ The Roundhouse
17-Dec   UK  Bristol @ Bristol Electric *SOLD OUT*
18-Dec   UK  Manchester @ Manchester Academy
19-Dec   IE  Dublin @ The Academy
20-Dec   UK  Glasgow @ SWG3 Galvanizers

For more information and tickets head to: https://www.greenlung.co.uk/

With producer Tom Dalgety (Opeth, Ghost) at the helm, this time handling everything from recording to mixing, the band decamped to Rockfield Studios in January 2026, following in the muddy footprints of some of their key inspirations, from Black Sabbath to Queen to Judas Priest. Sonically, they were set on capturing their megalithic live sound more accurately than ever - stripping back their usual dense, multilayered arrangements to their rawest, leanest form and recording much of the album live to capture their Sabbathian heaviness, frenzied Hammonds and haunting Mellotrons as faithfully as possible.

The result is an album that combines the soaring hookiness of This Heathen Land with an uncompromising rawness and heaviness, and takes the band’s distinctive brand of sonic storytelling to macabre new heights.  

If, a year after Black Sabbath’s Back to the Beginning show and the death of Ozzy Osbourne, you had any doubts about the future of traditional British metal, Necropolitan will lay them to rest. Here is a band taking the torch from the heavy metal godfathers and running with it, bursting with all the musicianship and storytelling flair that has kept the genre’s flame burning for a half-century, and using it to temper a lyrical and sonic world that is entirely their own. 
 

A cult band in every sense of the word, Green Lung emerged from London’s heavy rock scene with self-released debut EP Free the Witch (2018).

Drawing on a host of peculiarly British musical influences, from doomy hard rock to pastoral prog and psych to the Hammer Horror theatrics of the NWOBHM, the band have swiftly risen to the forefront of the UK metal scene.

Lyrically celebrating the folklore, myths and legends of Britain, they conjure the wild and witchy spirit of their forebears for a new generation.

Green Lung have released three critically acclaimed albums, Woodland Rites (2019), Black Harvest (2021) and This Heathen Land (2023). They have toured internationally with Clutch, Opeth and Unto Others, and performed on festival stages from Roadburn to Download. Their latest album This Heathen Land landed at #1 on the UK’s Official Rock and Metal Album Chart.

Then Comes Silence share 'Remaker Redeemer', second taste of 'Requiem Ballroom' album

Stockholm post-punk trio Then Comes Silence presents 'Remaker Redeemer', the second single from their forthcoming 'Requiem Ballroom' album, due in November via Metropolis Records. The music video, filmed by Damon Zurawski of Future Legends Films, captures the song perfectly, descending into the space between death and rebirth, where the final journey into darkness becomes a passage toward transformation, renewal and the possibility of another world.

Then Comes Silence has also just launched their European tour, which runs throughout September and October, bringing them to venues and like-minded music lovers in Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, France, Italy and Czech Republic, before returning home to Sweden for the final show on this leg.

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

The 'Requiem Ballroom' album itself is divided into two parts: 'Ballroom' was mixed by Jon Bordon (Nicole Sabouné, Melody Club, The Exploding Boy) and the 'Requiem' half was mixed by Tom van Heesch (Rammstein, Apocalyptica, Backyard Babies). Svante Forsbäck / Chartmakers (Rammstein, Amaranthe, Ville Valo, The Rasmus, Apocalyptica) assumed mastering duties.

"'Remaker Redeemer' introduces the second part of the album 'Requiem Ballroom'. It’s about new life, and being reborn with the old sins washed away. A kind of cleansing, a fresh start, and the feeling of beginning again. The choice of instruments and sound on this track is a way to explore something different this time," says Alex Svenson.

"Death is generally regarded, across many cultures, as the final blackout where nothing follows. Yet in another sense, death can also serve as a metaphor for change and transformation. To take the next step, change is inevitable."

Then Comes Silence earlier released 'Judgement Day', a driving anthem that embraces failure, reckless choices and the thrill of living without regrets, embracing a final celebration before the inevitable reckoning. The vivid behind-the-scenes documentary by Marzipan Moonlight offers a glimpse into the video's creation and the thriving spirit of Stockholm's goth community.

With the German post-punk scene their second home, Then Comes Silence has toured relentlessly for years. Continually expanding their geographic reach, they have cemented their reputation as one of the scene’s hardest working bands. With several releases through Metropolis Records, they have further strengthening their international presence. Their impending eighth album follows ‘Trickery’ (2024) and'Hunger' (2022), jointly released by Metropolis and Nexilis Records / Schubert Music.

With dark atmospheres, driving rhythms, razor-sharp hooks and explosive performances, Then Comes Silence continue to push forward. They have earned their place at the forefront of the modern gothic rock and post-punk movement, proving themselves to be a vital contemporary live acts with frequent touring across North America, Latin America and Europe.

Then Comes Silence have shared the stage with acts such as The Fields of the Nephilim, Clan of Xymox, The Chameleons, A Place To Bury Strangers, Pink Turns Blue and The Bellwether Syndicate, while appearing at many of Europe’s premier alternative festivals, including M’era Luna, Wave-Gotik-Treffen, Amphi Festival, Castle Party, Tomorrow’s Ghosts Festival and W-Festival.

On September 11, 'Remaker Redeemer' is out everywhere, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp, where their latest 'Trickery' album is available on vinyl and CD. The 'Requiem Ballroom" album will be released on November 20. Concert tickets can be obtained at https://linktr.ee/tcsontour

ALBUM CREDITS
Lyrics & Music written by Alex Svenson
Alex Svenson - vocals, bass and synthezisers
Jonas Fransson - drums
Hugo Zombie - guitars
Johan Lange (Agent Side Grinder) - synthesizer on Track 12
Produced by Alex Svenson
Recorded by Jörgen Wall and Tom van Heesch
'Ballroom' half mixed by Jon Bordon (Nicole Sabouné, Melody Club, The Exploding Boy)
'Requiem' half mixed by Tom van Heesch (Rammstein, Backyard Babies, Apocalyptica)
Mastered by Svante Forsbäck
Cover artwork by D.K. Griftegaard & Jonas Fransson
Released by Metropolis Records
Videos by Damon Zurawski at Future Legends Films
Mascots: Bengii, Lord of All Possible Pain and Mischief, El Pseudo & Johnny Nattsjö as Nebelmeer
Dancers: Jeff, Marisa, Mathias, Friðr, Grimm, Moa, Niklas & Elisabeth
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

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


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MADDOX BATSON TO HOST MADDOX & FRIENDS BENEFIT CONCERT AT TENNESSEE’S WHITE HOUSE PUMPKIN PATCH ON OCT. 10

Two-time Billboard 21 Under 21 artist Maddox Batson will host Maddox & Friends on Oct. 10 at White House Pumpkin Patch. Benefiting the Tim Tebow Foundation (TTF), festivities will begin at 6 p.m. followed by Batson’s signature performance. Supported by Ducks Unlimited with on-site activation, general admission tickets are available for purchase HERE and limited meet and greets are available for purchase HERE.
 
In addition to Batson’s musical performance, general admission tickets offer admission to the White House Pumpkin Patch grounds and attractions: an 8-acre cornmaze, 2-acres of flower fields, hayrides, a corn cannon and pit, gem mining and various games. 
 
“My team and I are honored to support the Tim Tebow Foundation and return to White House Pumpkin Patch. The foundation exists to serve the world’s MVPs – most vulnerable people – through faith and service, and I strive to do the same,” shared Batson. “Our first benefit at the pumpkin patch was a success in 2024, and we’re excited to kick off the fall season with an evening of live music and festivities. Hope to see y’all there!”
 
The Tim Tebow Foundation exists to bring faith, hope and love to those needing a brighter day in their darkest hour of need. Founded in 2010 by two-time national champion, Heisman Trophy winner and seven-time New York Times bestselling author Tim Tebow, the foundation has served some of the world’s most vulnerable people across more than 120 countries and counting. Its mission is fulfilled daily through outreach focused on anti-human trafficking and child exploitation, orphan care and prevention, profound medical needs and special needs ministry.
 
The Maddox Batson & Friends benefit show debuted in 2024 with a Batson-shaped corn maze, plus hay rides, farm animals and games in support of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
 
Please visit maddoxbatson.com or thewhitehousepumpkinpatch.com for more information on the 2026 event.
 
White House Pumpkin Patch:
8601 Cross Plains Rd
White House, TN 37188

About Maddox Batson:
Rising country-pop artist Maddox Batson makes a name for himself this year as the only 16-year-old on a headlining international, world tour. The Nashville-based songwriter first gained attention for his covers of popular songs before showcasing his own songwriting talent with singles like “I Wanna Know” and “Tears In The River,” in addition to a co-write on “Tough” recorded by Lana Del Rey and Quavo. Batson’s First Dance (The After Party) deluxe EP released in 2025 to support his sold-out I Need A Truck Tour with singles “Coincidence,” “Girl In Green” and “No More” sang back to him by crowds night-after-night. 

In 2026, Batson’s Live Worldwide Tour spanned North America and Europe, with additional support dates on Tucker Wetmore’s The Brunette World Tour. Most recently, the Billboard 21 Under 21 artist released “Fallin’ Easy” and made his acting debut in the Nate Bargatze and Mandy Moore film The Breadwinner. For more information, please visit maddoxbatson.com. 
 
About Tim Tebow Foundation:
The Tim Tebow Foundation (TTF) exists to bring faith, hope and love to those needing a brighter day in their darkest hour of need. Since inception in 2010, the foundation has served some of the world’s Most Vulnerable People across more than 120 countries and counting. This mission is fulfilled daily through outreach focused on Anti-Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation, Orphan Care and Prevention, Profound Medical Needs, and Special Needs Ministry. To learn more about the Tim Tebow Foundation, visit www.timtebowfoundation.org.

COREY KENT ANNOUNCES 2027 HEARTLAND ROCK AND ROLL TOUR

Multi-Platinum Sony Music Nashville recording artist Corey Kent is taking his forthcoming album  Heartland Rock and Roll on the road, announcing his 2027 Heartland Rock and Roll Tour, a 20+ date cross-country trek kicking off Jan. 22 at Billy Bob’s Texas in Fort Worth, TX. The tour will make stops in Houston, Detroit, Columbus, Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Boston and more before culminating April 30 with Kent’s headline debut at Nashville’s famed Ryman Auditorium. Additional dates will be announced soon. Tyler Nance and Jacob Hackworth will join Kent as support throughout the tour. Tickets on sale Friday, Sept. 11 at 10 am local at coreykentofficial.com.

The tour announcement comes as Kent readies his third major-label album, Heartland Rock and Roll, which captures the Oklahoma native’s signature blend of country, rock and soul while putting a name to the sound he has spent his career building.

“This year I’ve played all over the world and opened up for some of my favorite artists,” shared Kent. “But now it feels like it’s time for a headline tour right here in the heartland…the Heartland Rock and Roll Tour! I’ve reimagined everything on this tour making this show unlike anything we’ve ever done. I hand picked some of my favorite venues in the country and it’s almost time! Tickets go on sale this Friday.”

Produced primarily by Austin Goodloe, with additional production from Jon Randall and Chris Farren, Heartland Rock and Roll spans 16 tracks that blend golden-hour nostalgia, rugged honesty and the peace that comes with staying true to yourself. The project features previously released tracks including “Everyday Life,” “Rocky Mountain Low” featuring Koe Wetzel, “Wannabe,” “Cigarette Burns,” “Rather Be Here” featuring Jason Aldean and current single “Empty Words,” which is Top 40 and climbing at country radio.

“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,” said Kent. “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.”

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 tour will bring Kent’s evolving sound to intimate theaters, clubs and legendary venues across the country, including a hometown-adjacent Texas kickoff at Billy Bob’s Texas and stops at Houston’s House of Blues, Atlanta’s Buckhead Theatre, Pittsburgh’s Stage AE and Boston’s House of Blues before the tour’s final night at the Ryman Auditorium.

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.

COREY KENT’S 2027 HEARTLAND ROCK AND ROLL TOUR
*Jan. 22 – Billy Bob’s Texas – Main Stage – Fort Worth, TX
*Jan. 23 – House of Blues – Houston, TX
*Jan. 28 – Majestic Theatre – Detroit, MI
*Jan. 29 – The Bluestone – Columbus, OH
*Jan. 30 – Dusty Armadillo – Rootstown, OH
*Feb. 4 – Wooly’s – Des Moines, IA
*Feb. 5 – Varsity Theater – Minneapolis, MN
*Feb. 6 – Bourbon Theatre – Lincoln, NE
*Feb. 18 – Buckhead Theatre – Atlanta, GA
*Feb. 19 – The Foundry – Greenville, SC
*Feb. 20 – Charleston Music Hall – Charleston, SC
*Feb. 25 – The Signal – Chattanooga, TN
*Feb. 26 – Coyote Joe’s – Charlotte, NC
*Feb. 27 – The Senate – Columbia, SC
*Mar. 11 – Stage AE – Pittsburgh, PA
*Mar. 12 – The Fillmore Silver Spring – Silver Spring, MD
*Mar. 13 – The Paramount – Huntington, NY
^Mar. 18 – Toad’s Place – New Haven, CT
^Mar. 19 – Aura – Portland, ME
^Mar. 20 – House of Blues – Boston, MA
*Apr. 30 – Ryman Auditorium – Nashville, TN
*Tyler Nance
^Jacob Hackworth
For the latest news and information about Corey Kent, visit coreykentofficial.com.

Stoned Jesus Get Theatrical on Proggy New Single “Jackal”

With their forthcoming album trilogy, the heavy progressive trailblazers in Stoned Jesus are reaching a new creative peak. After topping best of 2025 lists with its scorching opener, Songs to Sun, this year, frontman Igor Sydorenko and his bandmates are cycling into the darkest, most daring and deeply moving territory of their career with Songs to Moon.

Today, Stoned Jesus are thrilled to release the album’s mini prog opera as the second advanced single from Songs to Moon. While hounded by grim hopes for the future, the wily “Jackal” will leave progressive rockers of all stripes pleasantly surprised.

“‘Jackal’ is Stoned Jesus at our most theatrical. Even though the time signature is 4/4 through and through, it’s the proggiest song on Songs to Moon”, Sydorenko says before adding. “Bonus challenge for all the true prog nerds. See if you can find the early Marillion line that I quoted word for word”.

Watch the video for “Jackal” below:

Songs to Moon comes out October 16, 2026 on Season of Mist.

Pre-order

https://orcd.co/stonedjesussongstomoon

Pre-save on Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/3eaQK0xSDe91fH92dLiMel?utm_source=copy-link

The Songs trilogy spans the many phases of Stoned Jesus. While an existential shroud hung over Songs to Sun, Songs to Moon plunges the band into a dark night of the soul. Like the bogeyman, “Jackal” stalks through a house of horrors. “In the darkness of the future past”, Sydorenko whispers over drums that rattle like Alice in Chains on Jar of Flies. “Hear me walking over skulls and dust”. Behind each locked door lies a disturbing scene that one expects to find when reading Aldous Huxley or George Orwell.

“Lyrically, the question that ‘Jackal’ poses is pretty much on the nose”, says Sydorenko. “When you sell your soul for comfort, what kind of future do you get in return?”.

But even though Songs to Moon is their most melancholic album, Stoned Jesus can’t be confined to just one shade of blue. As shadows often do, “Jackal” shifts its shape in the blink of an eye. “Go to sleep”, Sydorenko commands before kicking down the doors with the album’s heaviest - and funkiest - blues riff. The facts of the matter are grim (“No money, no future, no reason to fight”), but the song’s epic symphonic coda builds a clear case that for Stoned Jesus,  both the present and future are blazingly bright.  

The video for “Jackal” was created by Phobia Artworks.

Catch Stoned Jesus this fall as they debut Songs to Moon on European stages.

Stoned Jesus 2026 European Festival Dates

October 30 - Vallet, France @ WeStill Fest [TICKETS]

Following in the steps of Led Zeppelin III, Opeth’s Damnation or Alice In Chain’s Jar of Flies, during its final lap, Songs to Moon strips down to acoustic guitar and Sydorenko’s hushed vocals. “And when the sun goes down / It brightens up my mood”. As the dreamy desperation of “Window In My Room” fades beneath the stark reminder of closer “One More Empty Day”, Stoned Jesus return to earth weary but wise beyond their years and ready to explore the next frontier.  

Recording Lineup
Igor Sydorenko - Vocals, Guitar, Bass, Keyboards
Andrew Rodin - Bass, Backing Vocals
Yurii Ciel - Drums, Backing Vocals

Live Lineup

Igor Sydorenko - Vocals, Guitar

Andrew Rodin - Bass, Backing Vocals

Ihor Biriuchenko - Drums, Percussion
   
Production Credits
Producer - Igor Sydorenko
Sound Engineer - Andy Rosczyk

Mixing and Mastering Engineer - Karl Daniel Lidén

Recording Studio

Goblin Sound Studio in Cologne, Germany

Mixing and Mastering Studio

Studio Tri-Lamb, Sweden

Cover Art
Vadym "Karaska" Karasiov


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