LA electronic duo LUCKYANDLOVE reveals 'Lonely At Night', rich taster of coming album

September 10, 2025

LA-based synthwave outfit LUCKYANDLOVE presents their new single 'Lonely At Night', a sultry retro-futuristic delight previewing their third album 'Humaura' (hu • mau • ra), defined by the duo as the atmosphere that emanates from the feelings of the human spirit void of technological control.

Inducing a melancholy dream state of layered sounds, 'Lonely At Night' brings a waterfall of cascading analog strings into shuttering bass lines as syncopated percussion splashes around. With haunted swirling vocals, buzzed out synths, and electrified vibes, they propose a sonic escape from the loneliness through this vortex-sea of sound.

Evoking a brand new art school originality, LUCKYANDLOVE is the raw sonic experiment of Loren Luck and April Love, whose music transcends genres. Their live analog synth beats, Moog instrumentation and beautiful, harmonic vocals trigger an immediate download of fuzzy sunset synthgaze, blue-black neon darkwave, and tigerprint electro punk.

"Picture of a vacant dorm room, where almost everyone left for holiday, leaving the character almost completely alone in a haunted dorm building. The track speeds up in the end, guitars and harmonies a cheerful finale," says April Love.

Loren Luck adds, "Loneliness is a killer. The song describes human feelings of being lonely and reconnecting. We are social animals that require human interaction in the flesh. Life is more enjoyable with someone to share it. Entrapments of modern day keeps people imprisoned. A romantic song."

'Lonely At Night' arrives on the back of their angst-laden anthem ‘I Am Human’, delicately fused together with pulsating molten kicks, abrasive fuzz-laden analog synths and confident sensual vocals. Calling out to make our own choices and take back our lives, this song underlines the need to reconnect with being Human.

This album was recorded, mixed and mastered for digital release by Grammy award-winning engineer Be Hussey (Modern English, Swervedriver, The Church, Alcest, Twin Tribes, Boy Harsher, Luna, Kim Deal) at Balboa Studio and Catwater for the digital music, and mastered for vinyl and lathe cut by Grammy-nominated engineer Nicholas Townsend (Cheap Trick, Weezer, Garbage, Dr. Dre, 2Pac, Grimes, Iron Maiden) at Townsend Mastering.

LUCKYANDLOVE’s visceral, urgently-present dark electro-pop appeal continues to stretch through time and space. Their 'Lucky + Love' and 'Transitions' albums earned them a global fan following and led to US and UK tours, while their tracks 'It's a Mistake', 'Animal' and 'Summertime Frolic' appeared in the film 'Tiger Within' (Ed Asner's final performance), featuring music supervised by Tony Knox, DJ at KXLU's No More Heroes show.

Blending raw analog synth sounds with driving punctuated percussion and punchy analog bass, the compositions on ‘Humaura’ feature enchanting lyrics rooted in emotions ranging from melancholy and sorrowful glom to a state of blissful trance. Shaped by the embers of Siouxsie and The Banshees, Cocteau Twins, and Bauhaus, resonant specters carry over from synth-laden galaxies, where the needle hit the vinyl groove and Doc Martens marched to basement dance floors.

On September 9, 'Lonely at Night' is available on all music platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. The 'Humaura' album will be released on October 3 via SRD - Southern Record Distributors and can now be pre-ordered from the LUCKYANDLOVE Store or Bandcamp.

LUCKYANDLOVE's record release party is October 11 at The Slipper Clutch in LA via Deathrecordzz Presents, with appearances by Warsaw Pact, Amore De Paris, No Exits, and a DJ set by Echolust.

CREDITS
Written and arranged by Loren Luck & April Love
Produced and performed by LUCKYANDLOVE
April Love - vocals, synths (Moog, Juno, HX Stomp)
Loren Luck - drums, synths (Elektron Rytm, Elektron A4, HX Stomp)
Original songs written & performed raw on analog electronic synthesizers & analog drum machines
Recorded (live with live effects) on TASCAM DP-32SD 32-track Portastudio
Vocals recorded by Be Hussey at Catwater and Balboa Studios in Los Angeles
Recorded in LA at Downtown Rehearsal Studios & Echo Park Studios
Mixing & digital mastering by Be Hussey at Catwater (Los Angeles, CA)
Mastered for vinyl by Nick Townsend at Townsend Mastering
Album artwork painting, layout & design by LUCKYANDLOVE
Front cover artwork by Loren Luck
Video directed By Loren Luck of LUCKYANDLOVE
Cinematography & videography by Romeal Hogan and Kevin Mapp
Video filmed in LUCKYANDLOVE's Studio
©℗ 2025 All rights reserved LUCKYANDLOVE 2025
Published by Oilxice Publishing (ASCAP) and Lynx Technique Publishing (ASCAP)
Vinyl and digital Download Distributed worldwide by SRD/IDOL
Catalogue no. LNL003A
LUCKYANDLOVE studio photos by Alejandro Restrepo
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

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Steve Gordon MIA (Top 20 Metal Contraband Artist) With Ray West (Spread Eagle) on Dark New Anthem “Broken”

September 7, 2025

After reaching top 20 on Metal Contraband Radio charts in the USA - with his explosive single “We Go To War,” guitarist/producer/mixer Steve Gordon MIA is back with his most uncompromising track yet. His new single “Broken” features the unmistakable voice of Ray West (Spread Eagle) and delivers a Hard rock/Metal assault rooted in obsession, addiction, and the chaos that follows when desire spins out of control.

Steve Gordon MIA – BROKEN (feat. Ray West): Below

The single continues Gordon’s creative partnership with Ray West, best known as the frontman of NYC hard rockers Spread Eagle. Together, they deliver another explosive performance that blends modern heavy metal intensity with the raw, emotional edge of classic hard rock.

“BROKEN is heavy, aggressive, raw, relentless, ferocious, but also personal. Ray brought it to life in a way that’s both haunting and powerful.”

Because of his consistent ability to rescue and transform songs just days or hours before a release, Steve Gordon was often referred to as the “SECRET WEAPON”—the guitarist who could elevate a track to Top 40 Billboard chart success with his parts and additions. His behind-the-scenes work helped many artists achieve recognition that pushed them to icon status.

As Gordon was fully aware in his role as a ghost guitarist for some of rock and pop’s most iconic artists, he knew his name would not appear in the liner notes. However, his contributions were still formally recognized after release through lifetime royalties paid by AIE for all his ghosting sessions, cementing his status as an essential but often unseen contributor to many top charting records still played worldwide on radio every day worldwide.

In addition to his recording and session work, Gordon has placed about 27 songs in major films and soundtracks, including “The Little Things” starring Denzel Washington, “80 For Brady” starring Jane Fonda, Sally Field, Rita Moreno, Lily Tomlin, and NFL legend Tom Brady, and “Mafia Mama” starring Toni Collette and Monica Bellucci. His work also extends to Disney movies & soundtracks, as well as placements across Netflix, HBO, and Paramount, showcasing his versatility and wide-reaching impact.

With “We Go To War” still gaining traction on rock and metal radio stations across the country, “BROKEN” builds on that momentum. Backed once again by Munsey Ricci (Skateboard Marketing Ltd.) on radio promotion, ) and Michael Brandvold Marketing handling social media, press and digital strategy, Gordon continues to position his music for maximum impact in both the commercial and underground rock scenes.

Expect “BROKEN” to be a defining statement in Steve Gordon MIA’s evolving story—raw, relentless, ferocious, and unafraid to push boundaries.

About Steve Gordon

Steve Gordon has contributed guitar work to some of the most iconic recordings & movie soundtracks of the past three decades. A seasoned studio and stage veteran, he’s worked with artists spanning Rob Thomas, Phil Collins, Aretha Franklin, Rod Stewart, Howard Hewett, Rita Marley, Wu-Tang Clan, and many more. As Steve Gordon MIA, he now channels that legacy into a solo career that fuses old-school power with modern cinematic metal.

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ELEINE Releases New 5-Track EP 'We Stand United'

September 7, 2025

Swedish metal band ELEINE simply can’t return to the stages unnoticed: embarking on a massive European tour as special guests to label mates PRIMAL FEAR today, they simultaneously celebrate the release of their We Stand United EP through Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM). A strong title underlining the unparalleled bond ELEINE have built with their worldwide fan legions over the years, which becomes even thicker! An unreleased song as well as live and orchestral versions of selected ELEINE classics are now available for streaming and on limited CD and vinyl editions. Get your (signed) copy & listen to We Stand United here: https://eleine.rpm.link/westandunitedPR

Vocalist Madeleine & guitarist/vocalist Rikard comment: “We wanted to give you something in between album cycles. A feel of what’s to come, where we stand right now and a closer look at our past. This is We Stand United - an EP dedicated towards our strong and loyal fans across the world including live tracks and something brand new! On this EP, w present you with live tracks on CD and vinyl for the first time ever! We enjoy the studio, but it will always be when performing LIVE that we truly thrive as a band. This is where we connect with the crowd, where we create beautiful and empowering memories together and where we get to live out the songs on stage. We Stand United is a 5-track EP carrying new heavy riffs, thundering live performances and a rawness we feel many will appreciate.”

Introduced by "Towards The Fields", the release’s main focus lays on its brand new title track, which highlights the group’s magic touch for vibrant songwriting while still giving space to their soaringly uplifting and symphonic trademark moments. To give the We Stand United music video the attention it deserves, ELEINE are pleased to announce that they’ll witness its unveiling together with their main driving force - their fans - on Monday, September 8 @ 6PM CEST. Subscribe here & join the watch party: https://eleine.rpm.link/youtubePR

BLACKLIST UNION Release New Single "Dyin' 4 U"; New Full Length Album "Slay The Dragon" Drops 9/12

September 7, 2025

Blacklist Union has officially released their latest single, “Dyin' 4 U,” available now on all streaming platforms.

The track delivers a raw and emotional punch, drawing from frontman Tony West’spersonal struggles. “‘Dyin’ 4 U’ is about the hideous divorce and pain I went through and even though I still deeply love her, I refuse to die for her,” West shares.

“Dyin’ 4 U” is taken from the band’s highly anticipated upcoming album, Slay the Dragon, scheduled for release on September 12, 2025. The record will mark Blacklist Union’s sixth full-length release, further cementing their place as one of modern hard rock’s most uncompromising voices.

With their signature mix of gritty rock ’n’ roll attitude and unflinching honesty, Blacklist Union continues to deliver music that is as powerful as it is personal.

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Blacklist Union have built a reputation on their explosive live shows and unapologetically bold sound. Their previous record, Letters from the Psych Ward, racked up over two million streams, setting the stage for the band’s new album.

Frontman Tony West, known for his larger-than-life presence, took time out to dive deep into several transformative ayahuasca journeys in the heart of the Amazon, preparing for this next era of music.

As Tony put it, “Ayahuasca isn’t a drug—it’s powerful spiritual medicine from another realm. It helped me heal in ways I never thought possible, releasing layers of trauma, heartache, and sorrow. I’m not perfect—not Gandhi or anything—but it changed everything. My entire view of myself, love, the world, people, and my children changed because of those experiences.”

"Dyin' 4 U" was written by Tony West / Christopher Johnson, produced and mixed by Christopher Johnson. It was recorded at East West Studios in Hollywood, CA.

Blacklist Union frontman Tony West was raised in the Bronx on The Ramones, Bad Brains, and NYHC. Hearing the call of the wild west, he made his way to Los Angeles at 19 years old.

Tony took a break from L.A. to try out Memphis in 1998. While he was there, he attended the first Saliva gig with Paul Crosby on drums. This marked the beginning of a lifelong friendship between Paul and Tony, leading to management, song collaborations, and guest appearances in a few videos. Tony collaborated with guitarist Todd Youth (Murphy’s Law /Danzig) and Malfunkshun, which was kept active by Andy Wood’s brother Kevin Wood. Andy Wood is Tony’s muse, and he was honored to sing in his hero’s band.

I formed Blacklist Union because I wanted to play music that I wanted to hear, and we put out the first Blacklist Union record, After the Mourning, in 2006. The band’s name comes from getting the best musicians with the worst reputations in town. With a shamanistic blend of Stone Temple Pilots, Guns N’ Roses, Warrior Soul, The Cult, and Mother Love Bone... Blacklist Union was born.

Tony West -Lead Vocals
Raf Ransom - Lead Guitar
Dee Hayes - Rhythm Guitar
Larry Harwood - Bass
Justin Perez - Drums

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Brantley Gilbert Releases New Single "Want You Back" + 'Greatest Hits...So Far' Available 12/12

September 6, 2025

Multi-Platinum country rocker Brantley Gilbert returns to Country radio with a clever twist on heartbreak in his single, “Want You Back,” out now via The Valory Music Co. The track made its global premiere yesterday exclusively on Country radio, before going wide across all digital platforms today. Listen to “Want You Back” Below.

With its 90s-meets-modern-country sound, pedal steel woven into his signature rock edge and a hook that's instantly addictive, “Want You Back” finds Gilbert leaning into tongue-in-cheek humor, wishing his ex had done him dirty so he’d have a reason to move on. Written by Gilbert with HARDY, Hunter Phelps and Will Weatherly, and produced by Gilbert, Weatherly and Brock Berryhill, the single proves even heartache can come with a grin:

Today’s release will be found on Gilbert’s forthcoming Greatest Hits…So Far, available December 12 via The Valory Music Co., along with previously unreleased songs “Real American” and “Ride With Me.” Pre-save/pre-add Greatest Hits…So Far HERE.

The Tattoos Tour continues this weekend with shows in Allen, TX and Kinder, LA, with additional stops in Franklin, TN on October 3 and Colorado Springs on October 11 among additional dates through February 2026. Tickets are available at BrantleyGilbert.com.

The Tattoos Tour 2025 Dates

Sept. 6             Coushatta Casino Resort || Kinder, LA
Sept. 11           Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom || Hampton Beach, NH
Sept. 12           The Great Frederick Fair 2025 || Frederick, MD
Sept. 13           Portsmouth Pavilion || Portsmouth, VA
Oct. 3              FirstBank Amphitheater || Franklin, TN
Oct. 4              Historic Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary || Petros, TN
Oct. 10            Rio Rancho Events Center || Rio Rancho, NM
Oct. 11            Ford Amphitheater || Colorado Springs, CO
Oct. 12            Blue FCU Arena || Loveland, CO
Feb. 26            Pensacola Bay Center || Pensacola, FL
Feb. 27            Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena || Jacksonville, FL
Feb. 28            Donald L. Tucker Civic Center || Tallahassee, FL

ARISING EMPIRE MEDIA ALERT: EP Drops From Revnoir — LISTEN

September 6, 2025

FRENCH METALCORE BAND REVNOIR UNLEASH COMA EP

French metalcore force REVNOIR have dropped their Coma EP — a release that showcases the band's bold blend of modern rock, crushing metal, and dark electro. Out now via Arising Empire, Coma captures the cinematic intensity and emotional depth of the band.

Listen to the EP below.

The EP follows a run of successful singles that set the stage for this moment. With over 1.3 million streams on Spotify alone and a fast-growing audience of more than 80,000 unique monthly listeners, REVNOIR's rise is turning heads.

Since officially unveiling the project in September 2023, REVNOIR — comprised of Maxime Rodriguez-Medallo, Julien Ho-Tong, Robin Leneutre, and Kaz Nakazawa — have already left a lasting mark. Their explosive live energy was on display supporting Future Palace across Europe and during their sold-out Paris headline show at La Maroquinerie (550 capacity) earlier this year.

Now, REVNOIR are gearing up for their biggest step yet: Joining Coldrain as main support on their massive UK/EU headline tour 2025, performing in some of the biggest venues of their career so far. View dates here.

Jenna Paulette Releases “Steady,” Readies CowboyGirl Fall Collection for 9/15 Launch

September 5, 2025

Leo33’s rising country artist Jenna Paulette, who teased new music in 2026 in a recent COWGIRL Magazine profile, is previewing her upcoming project with the release of “Steady,” available everywhere now. Listen Below.

“Ross and I were working cattle one day and I looked over at him, his handle on his horse looked so light and good, and I thought, 'he holds my hand like he holds the reins…steady.' I put that into my phone and ended up talking about the idea with Rhett Akins and Will Bundy on a writers retreat,” Paulette recalls of the writing process. “The song was way slower when we work taped it. My manager said on a call with the label, what about “Steady,” but think of it as more uptempo with soaring steel guitar. I’m so glad he could hear the potential through a rough version of the song.”

Written by Paulette, Will Bundy and Rhett Akins, and produced by Bundy, “Steady” is a testament to the understated strength of a dependable partner.

Alongside new music, Paulette is celebrating the one-year anniversary of her CowboyGirl women’s range wear collection, in partnership with Ely Cattleman, with the launch of the CowboyGirl fall line on September 15. The fall drop introduces fresh seasonal details, including new autumn-oriented colors, a seasonal plaid and an expansion of the line to include the Little CowboyGirl collection — designed with the same fabrics in a “mommy down” style for mothers and daughters to wear together.

Reflecting on this chapter in her life, Paulette shares, "I feel like I'm getting into the groove of motherhood while being a touring musician, things are picking up in all aspects of my life. It’s feeling more like a moving train that I'm riding. It's picking up speed—I’m excited for the momentum of it all, with the way the music and Cowboygirl work together.”

The Fall line builds on CowboyGirl’s focus of functional fit, with classic tone-on-tone styles available in both seasonal colors and classic solids of white and black — designed for dressier occasions or for rodeo competitors in need of dependable gear. CowboyGirl’s fall collection will be available at local retailers or elycattleman.com.

CowboyGirl Celebrates One-Year Anniversary with Fall Collection Launch on
Monday, September 15

CHAYCE BECKHAM DIVES DEEP INTO THE “OCEAN BLUE” WITH POIGNANTLY SEA-SOAKED CLASSIC COUNTRY HEARTBREAKER

September 5, 2025

Platinum-selling, chart-topping country riser Chayce Beckham returns following his acclaimed debut album, Bad For Me, and #1 smash "23" with the hauntingly deep “Ocean Blue.” Rooting the lonesome groove in classic country, the poignant heartbreaker - produced by Bart Butler - is amplified by rich fiddle, striking steel guitar and timeless rhythm. Reminiscent of the storytelling spirit of country legends like George Strait, Merle Haggard and Johnny Cash, listen Below.

Joining Warren Zeiders on his Relapse, Lies & Betrayal Tour this fall, following shows with Luke Bryan, Parker McCollum, Tyler Hubbard and more, the 2025 Grand Ole Opry NextStage artist captures the vulnerability of a breakup on this latest release, aligning feelings of sadness and longing with the vast, restless sea.

“I wrote this song last fall with Brandon Kinney and John Pierce on my tour bus,” Beckham shares. “This is one of my favorites. I love songs that sound like this, and I am very proud of how it came out and who I wrote it with. I’m excited to finally have it out in the world. This is the first of several songs I’ll be releasing, happy and sad, and I’m excited for y’all to hear them all.”

Recounting a love gone too soon, heartbreak can feel like being caught in a stormy ocean. When all that remains are the memories, those waves of sadness wash over you and a different shade of blue emerges.

“One of the genre’s most exciting rising stars,” this “poster child for impactful and meaningful Country music right now” (Entertainment Focus), leans hard into his signature, authentic brand of songwriting that “country music needs more of” (Taste of Country).” With more music on the way, the chart-topper is one of few country risers who have “fully solidified themselves as industry players and have become household names” (American Songwriter).

Upcoming Tour Dates:
September 5 - Marion, OH - Marion Popcorn Festival
September 9 - Cape Girardeau, MO - Southeast Mo District Fair
September 11 - Salt Lake City, UT - Maverik Center *
September 12 - Nampa, ID - Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater *
September 13 - Airway Heights, WA - BECU Live at Northern Quest *
September 18 - Bend, OR - Hayden Homes Amphitheater *
September 19 - Everett, WA - Angel Of The Winds Arena *
September 25 - San Bernadino, CA - County Glen Helen Rodeo Pavilion
October 1 - London, ON - Canada Life Place *
October 2 - Laval, QC - Place Bell *
October 4 - Toronto, ON - Coca-Cola Coliseum *
October 5 - Ottawa, ON - Canadian Tire Centre *
October 7 - Moncton, NB - Avenir Centre *
October 8 - Halifax, NS - Scotiabank Centre *
October 11 - Big Stone Gap, VA - Blue Highway Fest 2025
October 12 - Birmingham, AL - Iron Hills Festival
October 23 - Omaha, NE - The Astro Amphitheater *
October 24 - Independence, MO - Cable Dahmer Arena *
October 25 - St. Louis, MO - Chaifetz Arena *
October 30 - Macon, GA - Atrium Health Amphitheater *
October 31 - Orlando, FL - Addition Financial Arena *
November 1 - Estero, FL - Hertz Arena *
November 6 - Knoxville, TN - Knoxville Civic Coliseum *
November 7 - Pikeville, KY - Appalachian Wireless Arena *
November 8 - Evansville, IN - Ford Center *
November 13 - Salem, VA - Salem Civic Center *
November 14 - Atlantic City, NJ - Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena *
November 15 - Uncasville, CT - Mohegan Sun Arena *
November 20 - Charleston, WV - Charleston Coliseum *
November 21 - Youngstown, OH - Covelli Centre *
November 22 - Hershey, PA - GIANT Center *
December 6 - Hinton, OK - Sugar Creek Casino
January 24, 2026 - Verona, NY - Turning Stone Resort Casino

* Warren Zeiders’ Relapse, Lies & Betrayal Tour

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Brooklyn's CLONE announces coming 'Care To Try' EP, with first offering 'Galvanized'

September 5, 2025

Brooklyn alt rockers CLONE have released their single 'Galvanized', an adrenaline-inducing offering that vibrantly foreshadows their new 'Care To Try' EP, out October 3 via Portland label Little Cloud Records.

Written over the past year with Clone's original lineup of LG Galleon (Dead Leaf Echo), Gregg Giufree (Pilot to Gunner), Max Idas and Dominick Turi, this EP was produced by LG Galleon and Martin Bisi (Sonic Youth, Swans, Brian Eno, John Zorn, Herbie Hancock, Iggy Pop, Helmet, Dresden Dolls) at his famed BC Studio (built with Brian Eno), and mastered by Fred Kevorkian (The White Stripes, Sonic Youth, Juliana Hatfield, Regina Spektor, Lloyd Cole).

The band has also announced autumn tour dates with current members LG Galleon, Paul Liziragga (Namesake) and Alex Cox (The Veldt) now joined by new drummers Avery Brooks and Jeremy Duvall.

“Sliding away from our standard programming, we have just a silly little live song about that moment when u first lock eyes with the possible “one” and think to yourself "could this be it?" - a moment frozen in time and then you both move into stimulated action.… galvanized," says LG Galleon.

"These songs were again recorded with the legendary Martin Bisi, who helped bring the determination and drive in the studio to the forefront when recording these songs. A different lineup makes for a novel live experience every time, yet always with incendiary results. The full tour in October should prove a very fruitful experience and we are looking forward to playing these new songs from the EP live."

Last year, Clone debuted their 'CL. 1' album and 12" vinyl LP, born from a seemingly lost wellspring of shared imagination and youthful transformative power, via Little Cloud and North Carolina's 5BC Records, previewed by the iconoclastic singles 'Immutable', 'Dividing Line' and 'Redeemer'.

A passionate attempt to revive the kind of music that once profoundly resonated with the isolated and vulnerable, Clone's music possesses a transformative power, capable of inspiring through its galvanizing, redemptive power. Drawing on the raw energy and boundless creativity of youth, Clone has created a personal sonic world that they now invite us all to experience.

The past few years has seen Clone tour with Christian Death, Twin Tribes, Wand, La Witch, Live Skull, and The Veldt, among others. With recent stops including SXSW, they continue touring, soon to appear at INKFEST and the Purple City Music Festivalin Providence, RI and Edmonton respectively.

'Galvanized' is out digitally, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp. On October 3, the 'Care To Try' EP will be released on 7" vinyl, as well as digitally.

CREDITS
All tracks written by Clone
Lyrics by LG Galleon (onewithwave music ASCAP)
Performed by LG Galleon / Gregg Giufree / Max Idas / Dominick Turi
LG Galleon - guitar, vocals, keys
Gregg Giufree - drums
Max Idas - bass
Dominic Turi - guitar, keys
Lyla Vander - back vocals on 'Galvanized'
Recorded and mixed by Martin Bisi (Sonic Youth, Swans) at BC Studios
Co-produced by LG Galleon
Mastered by Fred Kevorkian at Kevorkian Mastering
EP cover art designed by LG Galleon
Cover photograph by Simon Larbalestier
Released by Little Cloud Records
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

TOUR DATES
Sept 09 - Edmonton, AB - Purple City Music Festival
Sept 20 - New York, NY - EP release party - Rubulad
Oct 09 - Kingston, NY - Night Swim
Oct 10 - Clinton, CT - Scottish Dave’s
Oct 11 - Boston, MA - O'Briens Pub (Allston)
Oct 12 - Providence, RI - The Scurvy Dog
Oct 13 - Saratoga Springs, NY - Desperate Annie’s

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KAMELOT SHARE ‘MILLENNIUM (INSTRUMENTAL DEMO)’. ‘ASCENSION 1995-1998’ DELUXE BOX-SET TO BE RELEASED ON SEPTEMBER 19th, 2025

September 4, 2025

US power metal luminaries Kamelot has today shared an instrumental demo of ‘Millennium’, taken from their forthcoming deluxe 3CD and 5 vinyl LP boxset ‘Ascension (1995-1998)’. ‘Ascension (1995-1998)’ brings together the band’s first three full-lengths and is set for release on September 19th, 2025.

Kamelot’s ‘Eternity’, ‘Dominion’ and ‘Siége Perilous’ are brought together on vinyl for the very first time with a new remaster from Jacob Hansen (Volbeat and Epica), as well as previously unreleased demo tracks for ‘Look Through These King's Eyes’, ‘Millennium’ and ‘Eternal Flame’. Having been out of print for two decades, ‘Ascension 1995-1998’ is a deluxe box-set package with curation handled by guitarist/songwriter Thomas Youngblood.

‘Ascension 1995-1998’ showcases the origins of Kamelot, from original vocalist Mark Vanderbilt’s two album tenure on ‘Eternity’ and ‘Dominion’ all the way through to the introduction of long-term talismanic vocalist Roy Khan on his studio debut, ‘Siége Perilous’, in 1998.

Accompanying the boxset is a 20 page full-colour booklet with in-depth liner notes, featuring a fascinating insight into the band’s history through interviews with Thomas Youngblood, and a full-color poster.

THE LP BOX SET INCLUDES

• Eternity
(2LP color vinyl with etched D-side, remastered)

Dominion
(1LP color vinyl, remastered)
Siége Perilous
(2LP color vinyl, remastered – featuring previously unreleased bonus tracks, ‘Look Through These King’s Eyes’ (demo), ‘Millennium’ (instrumental demo), and ‘Eternal Flame’ (demo)
20 page full color booklet
Full color poster

THE CD BOX SET INCLUDES
Eternity
Remastered
Dominion
Remastered
Siége Perilous
Remastered - featuring previously unreleased bonus tracks, ‘Look Through These King’s Eyes’ (demo), ‘Millennium’ (instrumental demo), and ‘Eternal Flame’ (demo)
20 page full color booklet
Full color poster

The Apocalypse Is Here: Satellite Citi Drop New Single ft. Ray Hawthorne

September 4, 2025

Los Angeles-based hard rock duo, Satellite Citi, have today returned with their latest single, "Give Me Apocalypse" and they've brought pop punk disruptor, Ray Hawthorne with them. Driven by heavy riffs and searing emotion, the track reflects Satellite Citi's ability to channel real-life struggles into powerful anthems, serving as an invitation to confront the end as the beginning of something new. Fans can watch the brand new video for "Give Me Apocalypse" ft. Ray Hawthorne BELOW.

Speaking on the inspiration behind today's single release, Satellite Citi share:

"We wrote “Give Me Apocalypse” during a time when everything felt out of our control. It’s about the idea that sometimes the world has to burn around you before you can let go of fear and face reality.

It’s even more special to us, because we co-wrote this with Neil Sanderson of Three Days Grace and the very badass Ray Hawthorne, who also delivered some absolutely killer guest vocals. Massive thanks to them, as well as Kodeblooded for producing and Joe Rickard for mixing/mastering this one. We hope everyone loves the track as much as we do.”

Renowned for his work in North Kingsley, the acclaimed project alongside Shavo Odadjian of System of a Down, Hawthorne initially captured hearts as the Heartbreak Hero with his inaugural solo release "Heartbreak Feels Good in a Place Like This". Building on his solo work, his debut record "Ray Hawthorne Sucks" further cemented his status as a bold new voice in pop punk, quickly amassing a devoted following and over 15 million streams across all streaming platforms for his magnetic charm and razor-sharp wit.

Satellite Citi have been steadily building momentum, with over 1.5 million Spotify streams, previous single “Anxious Hearts” featured on KROQ’s Locals Only, latest single "Triggers" ft. Love Ghost featured on Good Day LA, and a standout performance for Guitar Center x Jam in the Van — watch it HERE. With no plans of slowing down, the band will be releasing a new single every eight weeks, collaborating with a diverse lineup of producers across Los Angeles.

Be sure to stay tuned for more Satellite Citi and Ray Hawthorne news coming very soon.

ABOUT RAY HAWTHORNE

Do you remember that episode of Degrassi where Ashley really wants Craig to tell her he loves her, but Craig gets all panicked and can’t tell her that he does? It causes so much drama in their relationship. She begins to question her feelings for him and because of that, he becomes seemingly unsure of his feelings for her. So, in an effort to quell the bad vibes, Craig writes a song that includes lyrics IMPLICITLY AND EXPLICITLY stating that he loves her. (Total banger by the way, the only song of his I like better is the one he sings at the battle of the bands after the two inevitably break up, it’s also about Ashley. I believe it’s called ‘What I Know’) Anyway, Craig was only able to admit he loved Ashley in song form, but you as the viewer are left wondering ‘Does he really love her, or was this just his solution to end the drama?’ Or, ’Is this truly the only way he can express himself because he’s kind of nervous about speaking his true feelings outside of the structured environment of a song?’. I tend to believe it’s a mixture of both. So what I’m trying to say is, this collection of songs is kind of like that. I always feel like I have so much to say but often feel a bit too vulnerable when discussing my actual feelings. So for the majority of my life, I’ve just written them into songs instead. These songs can be quite vulnerable even if they seem silly at times. So now you’re left to wonder... am I telling the truth or just trying to get rid of Ashley’s bad vibes?

ABOUT SATELLITE CITI

Satellite Citi is a Los Angeles-based hard rock duo powered by Anna Gevorkian, who commands both lead vocals and drums, and Shaunt Sulahian, whose intense guitar riffs and backing vocals drive their explosive sound. Their live shows are elevated by mysterious musicians known as the Spacewalkers, adding atmospheric layers and intrigue to the performance. Known for their cinematic edge, the band’s latest EP Spacewalker, produced by Grammy-winner David Bottrill, is paired with a comic book they authored, exploring themes of betrayal, grief, and hope.

Deeply rooted in mental health advocacy, Satellite Citi channels personal experiences with fear and anxiety into music meant to inspire resilience and connection. Their work has been featured in The Freak Brothers and Long Live Rock… Celebrate the Chaos, sharing space with artists from Metallica and Slipknot. With praise from outlets like HuffPost, Guitar World, and Loudwire, Satellite Citicontinues to build a reputation as a force in both sound and storytelling.

Green Carnation Premiere First Part of A Dark Poem

September 4, 2025

A Dark Poem, Part I: The Shores of Melancholia comes out this Friday, September 5, but you can hear all six grand and gloomy songs today by listening to the full album stream on the Season of Mist YouTube channel.

Listen Below.

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"Today is a milestone in Green Carnation's history, as we're now finally able to share the first part of A Dark Poemwith the world", says the band's vocalist Kjetil Nordhus. "The incredible amount of work behind this album, and the time it took to finish it on the level we wanted, makes it even sweeter to finally be here. This is indeed a proud moment for Green Carnation. We are looking forward to the journey ahead".

Green Carnation will perform all of A Dark Poem live in their hometown of Kristiansand, Norway on September 12, 2026. During this once-in-a-lifetime 3-hour performance, the band will perform all three parts of their epic album trilogy in full, one after another, alongside some very special guests and the Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra.

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No matter how long or where the journey has taken them, Green Carnation have always sought to climb the highest mountains. While founded by Emperor's former bassist Tchort in the early '90s, the Norwegians quickly blazed their own trail through fields of symphonic doom, hard rock, acoustic plucking and progressive metal. The idea for an album trilogy stems back to the band's very first opus, Light of Day, Day of Darkness, though the inspiration for A Dark Poem dates back even further to Arthur Rimbaud's 1870 poem "Ophelia".

"We like to purse things that are extremely ambitious", says Nordhus. "Creating a trilogy of albums felt like it might be just out of our reach, which is what made us want to see if we could do it".

Though only the beginning of the band's latest epic journey, The Shores of Melancholia pulls a page from across Green Carnation's storied 25-year discography. The album's opening one-two punch landed a direct hit during the band's set yesterday at ProgPower USA. "As Silence Took You" opens its sails with majestic, billowing leads before "In Your Paradise" chugs full steam ahead after the clarion call of a flute. "It makes you want to bang your head a little", Nordhus says with a pleased smile. "I think melancholia suits Green Carnation very well".

While navigated with the band’s familiar mastery, the view from The Shores of Melancholia is no palatial retreat. "The album reflects the troubled relationship between our personal lives and the external world", Nordhus explains. "It's about losing faith in the world we've come to know and how that leads to an inner dystopia". Judgement day appears around every corner, steering them from the title track’s anxious war-torn tide to the Floydian whirlpools of paranoia that drench "Me, My Enemy". The dark and stormy "The Slave That You Are" even claws back to Green Carnation's budding days in extreme metal thanks to the blackened howl of Enslaved's Grutle Kjellson.

“A lesson learned, now bridges burn”, Nordhus cries out with impassioned cleans, as if tied to the mast during the album's bright and blazing closer "Too Close to the Flame".

On A Dark Poem, Part I: The Shores of Melancholia, Green Carnation set sail on an epic journey into a dark night of the soul.

Current line-up
Kjetil Nordhus - Vocals
Tchort - Guitar
Bjørn Harstad - Guitar
Stein Roger Sordal - Bass
Endre Kirkesola - Keyboards
Jonathan Alejandro Perez – Drums

Recording line-up
Kjetil Nordhus - Vocals
Bjørn Harstad - Guitar, Effects
Stein Roger Sordal - Bass, Guitars, Keyboards
Endre Kirkesola - Keyboards, Synthesizers, Organs, Effects
Jonathan Alejandro Perez – Drums

Guest Musicians
Ingrid Ose - Flute on “In Your Paradise” & “Me My Enemy”.
Grutle Kjellson (Enslaved) – Harsh Vocals on “The Slave That You Are”.
Henning Seldal – Percussion on “Too Close to the Flame”.

Production Credits
Recorded at DUB Studio in Kristiansand, Norway
Produced by Endre Kirkesola, Stein Roger Sordal & Kjetil Nordhus.
Sound Engineering by Endre Kirkesola.
Mixed by Endre Kirkesola & Bjørn Harstad
Mastered by Lawrence Mackrory

Cover Art
Niklas Sundin (https://www.nsundin.com)

Photography
Lars Gunnar Liestøl

Bio
George Pacheco

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The Veer Union Are Back With a Vengeance In "Caught in the Crossfire" Video

September 4, 2025

Canadian alt-metal/rock band The Veer Union are back with a vengeance, unleashing their brand new track "Caught in the Crossfire" via Arising Empire. The hard-hitting single blends crushing riffs, soaring hooks, and the emotional intensity that has defined the band's career since breaking through with their 2008 hit "Seasons."

With over 290,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, more than 200 million global streams, and a track record of 12 Billboard Rock Radio Top 40 hits, The Veer Union continue to prove why they are an enduring presence in the rock world.

"Caught in the Crossfire" marks the latest chapter from the band's upcoming full-length album Reinvention, set for release on February 20, 2026.

With "Caught in the Crossfire" out now and Reinvention on the horizon, The Veer Union are showing no signs of slowing down — and this new anthem is proof they're ready for their next era.

Watch the "Caught in the Crossfire" video below and stream the single here.

Melodic Death Metal Newcomers THE HUNT Debut First Song, "Erratic," with Music Video

September 4, 2025

Melodic death metal rising stars THE HUNT are now making their debut with the searing new single, "Erratic," along with blistering performance video! The clip, which was directed by Gabriel Connor.

THE HUNT frontman Tony Rauser comments, "'Erratic' is a song that embodies my own experience with anxiety. It's a visceral reaction to a helpless feeling."

Influenced by iconic bands across the genre like At The Gates, In Flames, Children Of Bodom, and others, The Hunt brings a unique blend of memorable guitar riffs, victorious melodies, and aggressive, dynamic vocal interplay to the stage.

The single is the precursor to a forthcoming EP from the band, for which more will be revealed soon... stay tuned!

In addition, THE HUNT will be performing a hometown show tomorrow, September 5, at Knucklehead Hollywood in Los Angeles, CA. Tickets can be found HERE.

The Hunt Live U.S. Shows:

09/05: Los Angeles, CA @ Knucklehead Hollywood [TICKETS]

The Hunt is a Melodic Death Metal band originally from Redwood City, California, known regionally for their unique blend of Bay Area Melodic Death Metal. The band is fronted by Tony Rauser, features world class lead guitarist Cameron Stucky (Darkness Everywhere, Sea in the Sky), Jacob Lauing (Phantom Code, ex-Terrestria) on Drums / backing vocals and Dan Saltzman (Illucinus, Fleshspoil) on Bass / backing vocals.

Influenced by iconic bands across the genre like At The Gates, In Flames, Children Of Bodom, and others, The Hunt brings a unique blend of memorable guitar riffs, victorious melodies, and aggressive, dynamic vocal interplay to the stage. The Hunt's lyrics often explore themes of survival, death, triumph, the human experience, and much more.

THE HUNT Lineup:

Tony Rauser (Vocals / Guitar)

Cameron Stucky (Lead Guitar / Backing Vocals)

Dan Saltzman (Bass / Backing Vocals)

Jacob Lauing (Drums / Backing Vocals)

Mixed and Mastered by Julian Gargiulo

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NYC songstress JESSIE KILGUSS releases 'Howard Johnson’s' single, previewing sixth album

September 4, 2025

NYC singer-songwriter Jessie Kilguss presents her latest single 'Howard Johnson's', previewing her sixth album 'They Have A Howard Johnson's There', which was engineered, produced, mixed and mastered by Charlie Nieland (Debbie Harry, Rufus Wainwright, Blondie, Scissor Sisters) at Saturation Point Studios in Brooklyn.

For this single, Kilguss is accompanied by John Kengla (David Byrne, Ben Kweller, Serena Ryder) on guitar, bass and keys, Rob Heath (Madison Square Gardeners, Julia Nunes) on drums and percussion, and Dave Derby (The Dambuilders, Gramercy Arms, Lloyd Cole) and Charlie Nieland on backing vocals. Other tracks on this album features Andrea Longato (Duncan Shiek, Jeremy Jordan, Alphonso Ribeiro), guitarist Kirk Schoenherr (Tegan and Sara, Elle King, Chet Faker), and Rembert Block (Rembert and the Basic Goodness).

"This song originated from some writing I did in a poetry workshop with performance artist Karen Finley. I had seen her read at the fantastic On The Verge Festival, which celebrates women artists of all disciplines at the Wild Project, produced and curated by my friend Heather Litteer. I was drawn to Karen's writing and saw a post of hers on Instagram advertising an online poetry workshop inspired by the movie 'Dog Day Afternoon', as well as dogs in general. I had never taken a poetry workshop before but I am a huge dog lover and thought "what the hell". I like pushing myself out of my comfort zone," says Jessie Kilguss.

"In the movie, Al Pacino is speaking with his lover about what he’ll do to prove his love and he says something like “I’ll charter a plane to Algeria. They have a Howard Johnson’s there”. It stood out to me because it was so ridiculous and also, my father Howard had passed away a month earlier. So the song is a tribute to my father, Howard Kilguss, and is also inspired by 'Dog Day Afternoon'. My father had a deep connection with dogs, so I thought it was even more appropriate to write this song for him".

This offering follows her single 'Too Far From Texas' (a collab with Jim Andralis), 'You're the One' and 'Wuthering Heights'. Kilguss' 2022 album 'What Do Whales Dream About at Night?' LP features drummer Brian Griffin (Patti Smith, Brandi Carlisle, Lana Del Rey), bassist Whynot Jansveld (The Wallflowers, Butch Walker, Sara Bareilles), composer-producer Naren Rauch, and Nathan Schram (Bjork, David Crosby, David Byrne), with whom Kilguss ran the non-profit organization Musicambia.

A former actress, whose acting highlights include 'The Crucible' (with Daniel Day Lewis and Winona Ryder) and the stage production 'As You Like It' (directed by Royal Shakespeare Company founder Sir Peter Hall), Kilguss made songwriting her focus after working with musical heroes Marianne Faithfull and Mary Margaret O'Hara in the Tom Waits / William Burroughs musical 'The Black Rider'.

Apart from writing and performing her own music, Kilguss sings with the Loser’s Lounge, Gramercy Arms, Jim Andralis and the Syntonics and Benjamin Cartel. She's also performed at the Sundance Film Festival and with Freddie Stevenson, touring as support for The Waterboys' European tour. In June 2025, Kilguss was an artist in residence at Fish Factory Creative Center in Stodvarfjordur, Iceland where she wrote 9 new songs.

'Howard Johnson's' is out now, available everywhere, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp with the full album to follow on November 14th. Kilguss performs next on September 23rd at New York's 11th Street Bar, together with Rembert Block and Erica Smith. On November 5, Kilguss' Record Release Show is at Berlin Under A, with Life in a Blender and Charlie Nieland, who marks the release of his 'Stories From The Borderlines' album.

ALBUM CREDITS
All songs written by Jessie Kilguss, except 'Jesus Was a Crossmaker' (written by Judee Sill)
Produced, engineered, mixed & mastered by Charlie Nieland at Saturation Point Studios, Brooklyn
Jessie Kilguss - vocals, arrangement
John Kengla – guitar, bass, keys on Howard Johnson’s, Fool’s Fight, Lost Causes, Jesus Was a Cross Maker
Kirk Schoenherr – guitar and keys on Chasing Down a Ghost and St Teresa in Ecstasy
Andrea Longato – guitar on St Teresa in Ecstasy
Rob Heath – Drums and percussion
Rembert Block – Backing vocals on Fool’s Fight, Chasing Down a Ghost and Lost Causes
Dave Derby - Backing vocals on Howard Johnson’s
Charlie Nieland – bass, violin bow guitar and keys on St Teresa in Ecstasy, Fool's Fight and Lost Causes, backing vocals on Howard Johnson’s
Single cover photo by Shervin Lainez
Graphic design by Scott MX Turner
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

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Candi Carpenter Is "American God"

September 1, 2025

Alt pop musical provocateur CANDI CARPENTER is the "American God." Today, they drop their new single titled "American God."

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Watch the lyric video below.

Subversive. Satirical. Blasphemous. Totally serious. 'American God' is scathing political and social commentary dripping with thick blood and honey sticky hooks that wo''t wash off with soap and water. Candi Carpenter's new pro-gay, anti-capitalist anthem is a rock opera for metal heads who proudly go hard for Lady Gaga.

So who the hell is this non-binary witch?

We're glad you asked.

Candi Carpenter (they/them) is a queer, non-binary, openly autistic singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-disciplinary artist who is unafraid to shatter expectations. A true rock and alternative musician's musician, Candi writes songs that cut deep, grappling with toxic religion, sexuality, identity, and the existential beauty of the human experience.

"American God" is a sharp-edged, unapologetic rock opera anthem that blends biting political and social commentary with sticky-sweet, unforgettable hooks. Both satirical and sincere, the track takes aim at capitalism, hypocrisy, and intolerance while celebrating queer resilience.

Raised in a touring gospel family band, Carpenter has been caught in a chaotic cycle of reincarnation since the day they fell out of their mother: Child prodigy, yodeling champion, country chart-climber, and alternative powerhouse. Along the way, they've earned praise from Rolling Stone, collaborated with Brandi Carlile, appeared on BBC, NBC, and TLC, and were hailed by Dolly Parton as "one of the greatest singer/songwriters I've ever heard, bar none."

With their 2024 debut album Demonology, Candi staked a claim as one of today's most fearless voices. "American God" cements their place as a vital and uncompromising artist willing to raise hell, tell the truth, and make music that sticks to your bones.

RYAN AND RORY TURN UP THE HEAT WITH NEW SMALL-TOWN ANTHEM “GIRLS ARE PRETTY” – OUT NOW

August 30, 2025

BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s rising duo Ryan and Rory are back with a freewheeling ode to small-town temptation in their latest release, “Girls Are Pretty,” out now. Listen HERE.

Co-written with and produced by Grammy award-winning hitmaker Chris DeStefano, “Girls Are Pretty” trades neon lights for pine trees, hand-me-down trucks, and gravel roads that lead to a whole lotta heaven. The playful, pedal-down release is built to be a soundtrack for Friday nights and backroad drives. With hooks as undeniable as their harmonies, Ryan and Rory lean into the spirit of youthful adventure and small-town charm that has quickly become their signature.

"’Girls Are Pretty’ is about hometowns,” says Ryan Follesé. “I left mine for the big city; however, once I got settled, I couldn't wait to get back home. 'Girls Are Pretty' celebrates the magnetic pull of hometown memories.”

With standout releases like “Together Again (feat. Jamey Johnson)” and “Them Boots,” plus a growing list of major tour credits, Ryan and Rory are steadily carving out their own lane in country music. Blending legacy, charisma, and undeniable hooks, the duo’s breakout year shows no signs of slowing down. “Girls Are Pretty” is the next chapter in their story and proof that when the pedal’s down and the hook hits just right, country music’s future is already here.

Having already toured alongside Sam Hunt, Jamey Johnson, Brett Young, and Tyler Braden, the duo will continue building momentum this fall as they join John Morgan and James Barker Band on the road.

“The crowds in Canada were incredible earlier this year, and we’ve been itching to come back,” says Rory John Zak. “We couldn’t be more stoked to hit the road with James Barker Band for round two, and then kick off the party out west with our buddy John Morgan the day after Thanksgiving.”

2025 TOUR DATES | Tickets HERE
Nov 14—Winnipeg, Canada*
Nov 15—Yorkton, Canada*
Nov 17—Brandon, Canada*
Nov 19—Lloydminster, Canada*
Nov 20—Moose Jaw, Canada*
Nov 21—Edmonton, Canada*
Nov 22—Red Deer, Canada*
Nov 23—Saskatoon, Canada*
Nov 24—Lethbridge, Canada*
Nov 26—Medicine Hat, Canada*
Nov 27—Calgary, Canada*
Nov 28—Denver, CO~
Nov 29—Colorado Springs, CO~
Nov 30—Grand Junction, CO~
Dec 4—Great Falls, MT~
Dec 5—Spokane, WA~
Dec 6—Tacoma, WA~
Dec 7—Portland, OR~
Dec 9—Roseville, CA~
Dec 10—San Diego, CA~
* - James Barker Band dates
~ - John Morgan’s Friends Like That Tour

About Ryan and Rory:
BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s breakout duo Ryan and Rory “are bursting onto the scene” (Country Swag) with their self-titled debut EP & viral momentum to match. Named a SiriusXM Highway Find, their high-energy track “Pour Decisions” launched the six-song project, which includes the Billboard “must-hear” anthem “This Town.” They’ve continued to build buzz with “What’s Mine Is Yours,” a standout ballad, & the rowdy fan-favorite “Truck Stop,” now shifting into high gear with a growing online following. Ryan Follesé, an American Music Award winning Nashville native & 2X PLATINUM-selling songwriter, brings a legacy of success as the former frontman of Hot Chelle Rae. Rory John Zak, a powerhouse vocalist & multi-instrumentalist from North Carolina, delivers harmonies & a magnetic live presence built across 300+ shows annually. They’ve toured with Sam Hunt, Jamey Johnson, Brett Young & Tyler Braden, made a celebrated debut on the Grand Ole Opry stage, & were praised by MusicRow as “poised to make major waves on the country music scene.” With “commercial polish & honest storytelling” (The Tennessean), Ryan and Rory are “the next heir apparent to the country duo throne” (Country Swag), & “poised to be a staple on countless playlists” (PopCulture). Their latest releases showcase both heart and fun: “Together Again (feat. Jamey Johnson),” a decades-in-the-making, cross-generational collaboration, and “Them Boots,” a swaggering anthem that has audiences turning any empty space into a makeshift dance floor. Adding to the momentum, the duo delivers a freewheeling ode to small-town temptation with “Girls Are Pretty,” a playful, pedal-down track that makes every gravel road feel like a whole lotta heaven. Ryan and Rory will continue building on that buzz this fall as they hit the road with John Morgan and James Barker Band.

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K. MICHELLE SERVES UP AN ABSOLUTELY STUNNING COUNTRY DEBUT, “JACK DANIEL'S”

August 30, 2025

The powerhouse voice of R&B took her highly anticipated turn down a dirt road — and it’s paved with passion, rich vocals and southern soul, as platinum-selling recording artist K. Michelle officially defies genre lines. Bursting onto the country music scene with the fiercely breathtaking “Jack Daniel's,” the track marks a seismic musical shift for one of R&B’s most distinctive voices, bringing her raw firepower to Nashville’s front porch. The first black woman to ever partner with the iconic brand, listen to her gripping, genre-breaking country debut HERE.

With a voice that could melt steel and lyrics that cut true, K. Michelle quips that the Tennessee whiskey is the “only man she trusts.” Produced by Kristian Bush (Megan Moroney, Sugarland) and Jeff Balding, the Billboard-charting heavyweight wrote the smoky, soul-drenched power ballad packed with bite, grit and brilliance alongside ERNEST, Jordan Dozzi and Rocky Block, delivering a soundscape that’s as intoxicating as the spirit it honors.

“This is me coming home,” says K. Michelle, whose over 12M social media followers have been frantically demanding this release for months. “Country is in my blood. I was raised on southern soil in Memphis, Tennessee, where soul and country grew from the same roots. This new music is a celebration of where I come from — the pride, the bittersweet and the whiskey-soaked truth of it all."

Long known for her fearless lyricism and vocal prowess, the acclaimed singer-songwriter is bringing the same unfiltered passion to country that made her an R&B icon. With this release, the magnetic multi-threat joins the exceptional class of trailblazing black country artists changing the country music game, adding: “This is my story, and I’m ready for the world to hear it.”

With undeniable star power at the helm, K. Michelle has arrived in country music — and she’s taking over, releasing even more new music very soon.

About K. Michelle:
With over 12M social media followers, K. Michelle’s incredibly stunning career is nothing short of groundbreaking as she has stretched genre boundaries and built a worldwide audience of fans. With an already impressive resume, the multi-threat is not only an accomplished singer, songwriter, guitarist, and pianist, with five Billboard charting albums, but she’s also an entrepreneur, author, executive, actress, television personality and restaurateur. Praised as real, brave, and rebellious, a notion beautifully present throughout her 2013 album Rebellious Soul, K. Michelle’s indomitable spirit and innately bold talent has encapsulated fans throughout her multifarious career. For listeners craving relatable music, her classic candor serves as a safe space and trademark.

In 2023, the Memphis, Tenn. native surprised fans by announcing that she was readying her debut country project. In true K. Michelle fashion, the always-real songstress gave a taste of what to expect with the album’s bonus track “Tennessee” on her sixth studio album I’m The Problem. True to her word, that same year, the Billboard-charting icon was featured on the acclaimed A Tribute To The Judds album, singing “Love Can Build A Bridge” alongside Jelly Roll and Fisk Jubilee Singers, performed on “The 57th Annual CMA Awards” that aired live on ABC and made her CMA Fest Nissan Stadium debut.

Reared in a household where the music of Mary J. Blige and Whitney Houston played alongside country icons like The Judds and Lee Ann Womack, she put her Volunteer State roots on display when she earned a music scholarship to Florida A&M University for yodeling. Now, defying genres, destroying stereotypes, and fully unleashing her undeniable star power, K. Michelle has finally released her debut country track with the fierce powerhouse smash “Jack Daniel's,” available now.

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DEBDEPAN - “HABIT” Kent’s Alt-Duo Kick Off Sophomore EP with Sleazy New Single

August 30, 2025

Since their debut EP OMEN, genre-defying alternative duo debdepan have been relentlessly honing their craft, channelling their dark pop, grunge, and dance influences into their most ambitious project yet — the sophomore EP Lovers & Others (due November 2025). Marking the start of this bold new chapter, they unveil “Habit” on August 28th via Silent Kid Records.

A striking evolution of their sound, “Habit” fuses industrial grit and grunge textures with the hedonistic rush of 2000s indie sleaze, — channelling the restless pulse of Klaxons and The Rapture, yet charged with a magnetic, unmistakably feminine edge. Eerie, understated vocals cut through hard-hitting instrumentation, creating a tension that simmers in hushed moments before erupting into a dynamic push-and-pull of sound.

Lyrically, the track explores emotional inadequacy and the exhausting games we play for affection. Centered on the devastating line “If being more enigmatic makes you happy, that is tragic”, its deliberately looping structure mirrors the obsessive cycles of the mind — all while maintaining a punchy, haunting energy that makes it impossible not to move to.

“This song is about feeling like you’re not good enough for someone and having to play it cool to win their affection,” the band explains. “We wanted it to feel quite repetitive to signify how my thoughts kept circling. ‘You talk for hours’ is actually about the thoughts in my own brain.”

The creative spark for “Habit” came in the wake of a breakup, built around its central lyric. The track took on a new life during debdepan’s artistic residency at Westway Lab in Portugal, where a week-long collaboration with Portuguese electronic artist/DJ Phaser pushed the self-described “untrained musicians” into fresh sonic territory. What began as a melancholic idea was transformed by a driving beat that perfectly framed the song’s bittersweet edge. Final recording took place with Mike Collins in Ramsgate and was completed at London’s Strongroom Studios with producer James Minas.

As the first glimpse into Lovers & Others, the track sets the tone for a collection that chronicles the complexities of love, identity, and friendship through debdepan’s dramatised lens. Written entirely in the year since the duo relocated to Margate’s thriving creative community, the EP balances introspective vulnerability with a “pretty sad girl but also kind of party” duality — a reflection of late-night shifts in the town’s buzzing nightlife scene paired with long, contemplative coastal walks.

Where OMEN established their dark pop credentials, Lovers & Others sees debdepan lean deeper into dance-driven arrangements without losing their grunge-inspired bite. The result is a refined, genre-blurring sound that is as emotionally charged as it is physically irresistible.

Formed in March 2022 after writing together in lockdown, the Margate-based pair Chelsea and Grace quickly made their mark through Pie Factory Music’s Emerging Artists programme, leading to the release of their breakthrough single “Darkest Hour” in September 2022. The track gained radio play across the U.S. and Europe, breaking into the Deutsche Alternative Charts and earning the duo a publishing and label deal with Archangelo Music.

Since then, debdepan’s live reputation has soared, with standout performances at Westway Lab (Portugal), Pro Weekend (Spain), and Focus Wales, alongside support slots for Cumgirl8, Miki Berenyi, and most recently, Pete Doherty on his 2025 UK tour. Their music continues to receive crucial support from BBC Introducing and BBC 6Music, cementing their position as one of the UK’s most exciting new alternative acts.

“Habit” is released August 28th, 2025 via Silent Kid Records, with Lovers & Others following in November. UK and German live dates will accompany the release.

THE QUALITY OF MERCURY debuts driving indie rocker 'Ganymede', previewing first album in 9 years

August 26, 2025

Pennsylvania-based alternative rock artist The Quality of Mercury presents his infectious and upbeat 'Ganymede'. Building patiently and purposefully, it takes us on a cinematic journey that reflects the album’s overarching themes of distance, discovery, and transformation. It’s a song about finding love and losing it, fulfilling Rouse's core mission of exploring emotion and texture across vast sonic terrain.

Following the 'Transmission' album, released in 2016, this is the first offering from The Quality of Mercury's sophomore album 'The Voyager', which was conceived as an adventurous journey, each track offering a different terrain of feeling: exhilaration, anxiety, longing, and introspection.

The Quality of Mercury is the solo project of Jeremiah Rouse, whose groovesome, graceful and grand music melds space-rock atmospherics with indie rock. At its core, his music speaks to a deep and desperate need for connection, both human and spiritual. It’s an ongoing search for meaning, woven into songs that range from bursts of excitement to moments of quiet reflection.

"Ganymede is a love story told through the lens of science fiction. It follows two people who meet and fall for each other on a space station that’s orbiting in the golden atmosphere of Jupiter, a place full of warmth, wonder, and the thrill of possibility. He’s cautious. She’s fearless. And he follows her, chasing the gravity of her spirit," says Jeremiah Rouse.

"But when she persuades him to explore Ganymede, a cold, sterile moon, the warmth between them starts to fade. The relationship fractures in the isolation and cold environment, and eventually, she walks away, leaving him alone at the edge of an airlock. This song is about how love can start bright and beautiful, but lose itself in unfamiliar terrain. I want listeners to feel like they’re watching a film unfold in slow motion and to feel the quiet heartbreak of trying to hold on to someone who’s already gone."

Handling not only writing and performing, but also engineering, this music is a reflection of Rouse's sonic DNA. Influence by such iconic bands as Hum, Failure, Starflyer 59, and Sunny Day Real Estate, The Quality of Mercury creates music that is anthemic yet accessible, cinematic but catchy - the perfect blend of muscle and melody.

Rouse's recorded works serve as a bridge to his audience —a suitably distant medium, given his songs about receiving transmissions emanating from the other side of the universe and epic, intergalactic voyages. For all its otherworldly sound and association with the vastness of outer space, the intensity and intellect, depth and profound insight of this music is also a journey into the artist’s own inner space.

For Rouse, music isn’t just sound. It’s a vast, immersive world. Each track is built as a sonic landscape, grand in scope yet meticulously detailed. The goal is simple but ambitious: to create music that reveals something new with every listen. Tiny flourishes, subtle swells, and sound elements crossing the stereo field are placed with obsessive precision, often blooming unexpectedly or popping out at just the right moment. Every detail matters, perhaps to a fault, but that’s part of the craft.

With a background in film production and a lifelong love of sci-fi cinema, Jeremiah approaches songwriting with a distinctly visual mindset. Every song is imagined like a scene from a movie — framed, lit, and paced as though it were a short film. That cinematic sensibility, combined with a meticulous approach to sound design, results in music that’s as emotionally resonant as it is sonically rich.

'Ganymede' is out now, available from fine music platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp. The full album 'The Voyager', which will be released on October 24, can also be pre-ordered via Bandcamp.