Firewind Drop "Fallen Angel" Video — WATCH // New Album "Stand United" Out 3/1

Hard rock power metal titans FIREWIND, who are currently gearing up for extensive European and U.S. tours, will release their tenth studio album, entitled Stand United, on March 1 via AFM Records. Pre-order it here.

Stand United will be available as CD, LP Vinyl, digital formats, and highly collectable bundles including an autographed card, a FIREWIND cat patch plus and more.

Following previously-released, first album singles such as "Salvation Day" or the powerful anthem "Come Undone," the band, formed by guitar legend Gus G (Ozzy Osbourne, Arch Enemy, Dream Evil), has shared a music video for their latest single "Fallen Angel."

Watch it below. 

 "'Fallen Angel' is a song about the eternal battle between good and evil, a song about the temptations of life," says Gus G. "There's been so many interpretations of all this. Working again with director Rainer 'ZIPP' Franze, we gave a biblical touch on the visuals and there's even some choreography going on, for your viewing pleasure. Musically, I feel there's a good balance of modern and classic metal elements which is where  Firewind should be in 2024."

For more than 20 years, Firewind have been enthralling heavy music fans with their exciting blend of hard rock and power metal. Razor-sharp riffs by Gus G, big hooks, and solos meet the incredible vocal skills of charismatic singerHerbie Langhans (Avantasia, Radiant, Seventh Avenue, among others).
 
Stand United features nine brand new songs produced with Dennis Ward (Magnum, Unisonic), as well as a cover of the '80s pop rock classic "Talking in Your Sleep." It was originally recorded by The Romantics but Firewind gave it their metal twist. Their forthcoming studio offering also bears testament to the band's sheer enthusiasm and lyrical topics that could not be more relevant.

"I wouldn't exactly call Stand United a classic concept album, but the album title indicates what we're about thematically," Gus G, who has also contributed more lyric ideas to this album than any prior releases, said. "This world seems to be getting more and more out of balance, what with environmental disasters, the pandemic, the wars currently raging all over the globe. In such times, it's more important than ever for mankind to stand close together instead of fighting each other. That's what Stand United is about!"

In support of Stand United, Firewind will be touring the U.S. All dates are below. Get tickets here.

FIREWIND ON TOUR:
WITH EDGE OF PARADISE + IMMORTAL GUARDIAN:
4/11 — Clifton, NJ — Dingbatz
4/12 — Manchester, NH — Angel City Music Hall
4/13 — Reading, PA — Reverb
4/14 — Pittsburgh, PA — Crafthouse
4/15 — Toronto, ON — Ground Control
4/16 — Westland, MI — Token Lounge
4/17 — Hobart, IN — Hobart Art Theatre
4/19 — Springfield, IL — Danenberger Family Vineyards
4/20 — Peoria, IL — Revival Music Hall
4/21 — Joliet, IL — The Forge
4/23 — Denver, CO — HQ
4/25 — San Diego, CA — Brick by Brick
4/26 — Anaheim, CA — Parish @ House of Blues
4/27 — W. Hollywood, CA — Whisky A GoGo
4/28 — San Francisco, CA — DNA Lounge
5/01 — Austin, TX — Come and Take it Live
5/02 — Dallas, TX — Sundown @ Granada
5/03 — San Antonio, TX — Rolling Oaks Events Center
5/06 — Houston, TX — Warehouse Live

FIREWIND ARE:
Gus G. — Guitars
Herbie Langhans — Vocals
Petros Christo — Bass
Jo Nunez — Drums

REACH NYC Share "Killing Time" Video — WATCH

BAND SIGNS TO AFM RECORDS

Reach NYC, the alt-metal outfit born out of the legendary New York City hardcore scene, have announced their return with a worldwide signing on German powerhouse label AFM Records. Featuring special appearances by Jacoby Shaddix of Papa Roach, Kiiara, Sonny + Marcos from P.O.D, Joey Santiago from The  Pixies and Sendog from Cypress Hill, Reach NYC are currently gearing up for the release of their long-awaited sophomore studio album. 

Nils Wasko, Senior A&R Director of AFM Records, says, "Right from the start of our discussions with René Mata and REACH NYC, creativity and teamwork were the key words. We A&R'ed the whole album together and chose the best engineers and producers available. AFM is here to make sure everyone feels supported in every way. Getting to know René Mata has been such a pleasure and together we will propel their artistry even further on a global hard rock stage."

Formed on Long Island in 1996, Reach were active on the New York scene, frequently rocking infamous haunts like CBGBs alongside the heavy hitting Papa Roach and System of a Down, and festivals like Vans Warped Tour.

Originally named Reach 454, they caught a break when Lava/Atlantic president Jason Flom signed them after a strong performance at a label showcase. The band entered the studio in 2002 with producer Jay Baumgardner (Papa Roach, Evanescence), and emerged in the summer of 2003 with their self-titled debut. The album showcased Reach 454's dynamic melodic shifts and riff-heavy guitar work. The band fell on hard times in 2004 and took an indefinite hiatus.

Throughout the years, Chester Bennington, one of Mata's closest friends, expressed to Rene how important it was for him to keep playing music. The last time Rene and Chester were together in NYC, they hosted a dinner hang with Jacoby, Tobin, and Tony from Papa Roach, Matt Sorum, Marcos of P.O.D., and Rob from Volbeat. While enjoying their dinner, Bennington presented the idea of wanting to put together a tour for the following year with Linkin Park, Limp Bizkit, Korn, Deftones, System of a Down, Papa Roach and wanted Reach to open. Disastrously, the singer passed away that same July of 2017, and Mata fell into a dark depression.

Reach NYC is now premiering a music video for new single "Killing Time," and Mata reveals, "The song is about my internal fight with myself after after losing a close friend. I had relapsed after 25 years of sobriety and had fallen into a massive depression after Chester passed away. The video is the chaos in my subconscious in relapse and depression. A full on war in my heart, head, and soul. Without recovery, family, and friends, I wouldn't have made it out alive. I know the band conveyed it in their playing and recording of the song."

In 2019, Reach NYC drummer Dante and Marcos Curiel encouraged Rene to put the band back together and open for P.O.D. in NYC. It was the band's first show since 2004, and it quickly rekindled their friendship and their love of music. Their love for creating music, as well as the importance of friends and family, renewed their dedication to keep the project going.

On October 9, 2020 Reach NYC returned to the airwaves with a new EP titled, Back From the Dead, their first release in 17 years, also featuring Jacoby Shaddix of Papa Roach. The EP was mixed by Jay Baumgardner and mastered by Howie Weinberg in Los Angeles. Reach NYC features Rene Mata on vocals, Dante Renzi on drums, Nick Cavagnaro (guitars, vocals), and more recently adding young guns AJ Chiarella on guitars and vocals as well as bassist Tim Robbins.

 Reach NYC quickly got back to the stage, and returned to the New York scene performing with longtime friends Quicksand at the Bowery, and made an appearance at Danny Wimmer's historic Welcome to Rockville festival in Daytona, FL in 2021. Most recently, Reach NYC signed a new international deal with AFM records and are currently recording their sophomore record that is set to release in 2023, with special appearances by Jacoby Shaddix of Papa Roach, Kiiara, Sonny + Marcos from P.O.D, Joey Santiago from The Pixies, and Sendog of Cypress Hill and Powerflo.