Post Black Metal Project BLOOD MOTHER Unleashes Ominous New Single, "Pulled Apart"

June 6, 2026

Rick Giordano, the composer behind THE LION'S DAUGHTER, has re-emerged as BLOOD MOTHER, a devastating new project that combines the post black metal horrors of TLD with haunting, atmospheric soundscapes and Western Americana attitude. Forged in themes of isolation, paranoia, violence and terror, dark and synth-driven ambience coalesces with bouts of chaotic and desperate black metal, while also honing in on the grit and desolation that was no doubt inspired by Giordano’s upbringing in the rugged American heartlands. Combined with the commanding aggression of Giordano's vocal attack, BLOOD MOTHER offers the score to your own personal horror film.

BLOOD MOTHER is now unveiling a lyric video for the ominous new single "Pulled Apart," which is taken from its upcoming self-titled studio album, due on June 19 independently. The song can be found along with a visualizer below.

Composer Rick Giordano comments, "'This song is the album closer because after the devastation and hopelessness you're left with at the end of the song, there's really nowhere else to go. Whether taken as a metaphor for physical or emotional violence, you're pulled apart until there is nothing left. With the added layers of bass guitars and synths, and an altogether different, larger drum set... we wanted to destroy you and your speakers both."

Pre-orders are now live via the official webstore HERE or via Bandcamp HERE.

Giordano is accompanied on this self titled debut album by Erik Ramsier, long time drummer and percussionist for the Lion's Daughter, with artwork by renowned graphic novelist The Salamander King.

Rick Giordano, the composer behind THE LION'S DAUGHTER, is re-emerging as BLOOD MOTHER, a devastating new project that combines the post black metal horrors of TLD with haunting, atmospheric soundscapes and Western Americana attitude. Forged in themes of isolation, paranoia, violence and terror, dark and synth-driven ambience coalesces with bouts of chaotic and desperate black metal, while also honing in on the grit and desolation that was no doubt inspired by Giordano’s upbringing in the rugged American heartlands. Combined with the commanding aggression of Giordano's vocal attack, BLOOD MOTHER offers the score to your own personal horror film.

Accompanied on this self-titled debut album by Erik Ramsier, longtime drummer and percussionist for the Lion's Daughter, with artwork by renowned graphic novelist The Salamander King, BLOOD MOTHER isn’t just a reboot, but rather a reinvention. While it still draws from many of THE LION'S DAUGHTER’s original influences, and therefore, the project also defies generic classification much like its predecessor, BLOOD MOTHER is still a clear evolution from what came before. “After 18 years of releasing music and touring the world, the daughter had to die so that the mother could live,” explains Giordano of the new project.

As a fully independent entity, BLOOD MOTHER has no chains, no bounds, and no master. Self-releasing this project with the help of world renowned independent artist manager Wolf Mountain Productions, Giordano is paving his own path and asserting his dominance over the oppressive music industry. Like a renegade cowboy, he joins the ranks of other modern artists who have abandoned all standards and practices to usher in a new era of artist ownership and DIY supremacy. “I've never been a person that neatly fits in with any group, or made music that neatly fits into any category, so it just makes sense to operate independently,” Giordano explains. “I also look at the current state of the music and most of the bands that are popular now, and think why the fuck would I want anything to do with that?”

Like a ghost riding out from the desert, Blood Mother is here to paint the town a shade of red found only in Hell... before burning it all to the ground.

Lineup:
Rick Giordano: Guitar, bass, synth, vocals

Erik Ramsier: Drums

For Fans Of: Ulver, Darkspace, Blut Aus Nord, Cult of Luna, Sunn O))), Wayfarer

Cover Artist: The Salamander King

Album Credits:

Mixing by Ryan Wasoba

Mastering by Joel Hatstat

Distribution/management: Wolf Mountain Productions

Links:

METALITE Unveil Discovery Album Details and Release New Single “In Case Of Emergency”

May 31, 2026

Swedish melodic metal force METALITE returns with their most ambitious and cinematic chapter yet: Discovery! Set for release on September 25, 2026 via Perception – A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music, the forthcoming album sees the band pushing their futuristic vision further than ever before. Following the success of their previously released singles “Our Time Has Come” and “Starchild”, METALITE now unveils full details of the new record alongside the release of their brand new single “In Case Of Emergency”.

Driven by powerful melodies, heavy rhythms, pounding guitar riffs and METALITE’s signature fusion of futuristic soundscapes and electrifying metal energy, “In Case Of Emergency” delivers another thrilling glimpse into the sonic universe of Discovery. Accompanied by a brand new visualizer video, the track combines dynamic riffing, cinematic synth layers and the unmistakable vocal performance of Erica Ohlsson into a modern melodic metal anthem packed with energy and emotion.

Guitarist, producer, songwriter and founder Edwin Premberg comments:

“In Case Of Emergency is a true banger driven by a heavy rhythm and crushing chugging guitars. But beneath the intensity, it carries a powerful message about always being there for someone, no matter the time or place. It’s a song that hits hard both musically and emotionally, raw, melodic, and made to be felt.”

Stream “In Case Of Emergency” Below:

Mixed and mastered by acclaimed Danish producer Jacob Hansen (Volbeat, Evergrey, Amaranthe), Discovery pushes METALITE’s futuristic vision further than ever before. Across twelve dynamic tracks, the album explores themes of human evolution, technology, survival, liberation and hope in a universe shaped by digital realities and cosmic exploration in the year of 2058, three years after humanity left a collapsing Earth in search of a new beginning.

Building upon the sonic worlds established on Heroes in Time (2017), Biomechanicals (2019), A Virtual World (2021) and Expedition One (2024), the band once again proves why they are regarded as pioneers of modern sci-fi-inspired melodic metal!

Pre-Order Discovery HERE:
https://metalite.rpm.link/discoveryPR

ABOUT METALITE
Formed in 2015 by guitarist Edwin Premberg and vocalist Emma Bensing, the band quickly gained recognition for its fresh and modern take on melodic metal and their 2017 debut album Heroes in Time set the stage for METALITE’s rise.

In 2019, the band entered a new era with Biomechanicals, marking the debut of vocalist Erica Ohlsson. With an even more refined sound, the album embraced electronic elements and pulsating rhythms, elevating METALITE’s futuristic vision, further solidifying the band’s reputation as innovators in the genre.

Their evolution continued with A Virtual World in 2021, an album that expanded on their sci-fi themes while delivering massive soundscapes and powerful melodies.

With Expedition One (2024), METALITE embarked on their most ambitious project to date. A visionary concept album set in the year 2055, it tells the story of a renegade team searching for a new world, exploring themes of human evolution, technology, and survival.

In 2024, the band welcomed drummer Erik Junttila to the lineup, bringing new energy and power to their sound. His premiere gig with the band took place in Linköping at the beginning of 2025, marking an exciting new chapter in METALITE’s journey. Since then, they completed several tours with bands like PAIN, LEAVES’ EYES and the NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA and played at several festivals, including Sweden Rock and Masters of Rock.

With millions of streams and a growing global fanbase, METALITE continues to redefine the future of melodic metal. Their fusion of cutting-edge sound design, anthemic choruses, and sci-fi-inspired storytelling has set them apart, proving that their journey is far from over. Stay tuned - a new discovery awaits!

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KOE WETZEL RETURNS TO COUNTRY RADIO WITH “HURTS LIKE YOU” AHEAD OF JUNE 12 ALBUM, THE NIGHT CHAMPION

May 26, 2026

Koe Wetzel charges back to Country Radio this week with “Hurts Like You,” the lead single from his highly anticipated sixth studio album, The Night Champion, arriving June 12 via Columbia Records. “Hurts Like You” follows a landmark radio run for Wetzel’s Double-Platinum certified “High Road” featuring Jessie Murph, which spent five consecutive weeks at No. 1 and became the most-played song at Country Radio for all of 2025.

Written by Wetzel alongside Ashley Gorley, Steph Jones, Carrie K and producer Gabe Simon, the jaggedly propulsive “Hurts Like You” offers the raw intensity fans expect, but with a vulnerability and surrender to desires that cut you open.

“‘Hurts Like You’ was one of the first songs that we wrote for the record,” Wetzel recalls. “It’s kind of about a toxic relationship; whenever you get into those situations, you know it’s not good for you, but there’s just something about it that keeps bringing you back. It’s hard to get away from. I feel like a lot of people go through that, so I hope people can relate to the way that we felt about it.”

Critics are already embracing the track’s sharp-edged energy and crossover appeal, with VICE praising the song as “an alt-rock revival… the Texas-born rocker blends Country & Western with post-grunge in a way that scratches so many itches. ‘Hurts Like You’ has grit, but never sacrifices melody. It’s relentlessly catchy, but it still has balls.”

Set for release June 12, The Night Champion captures the aftermath of a wild run, delivering all the signature force, punch and ragged details people expect, tempered by the clarity that comes with surviving it. Turning chaos, excess and hard-earned perspective into something built to endure, The Night Champion fuses all that’s happened since Wetzel first hit the road with a van and the drive to see how far he could take it.

“It’s a continuation of 9 Lives, from that record to now,” Wetzel offers of the follow-up to his globally connecting release. “Really, it’s everything that’s happened – because you don’t go from kids playing for beer to headlining Red Rocks, arenas all over the country, partying and trying to make sense of it all and not shift. My head space is clearer now. I can look back, see how it fits together. It doesn’t make sense, exactly, but it all happened. That search for what it all means keeps bringing me back.”

Whether fans were there from those first nights in Texas, the wake of his indie breakout Noise Complaint or found the music during last year’s radio rush, The Night Champion is built to offer a sense of all the phases as it brings the disparate audiences together. “I’m not torn between the worlds,” Wetzel notes of the convergence. “This is where all the fans meet. No matter when they got here, this is that moment.”

Pollstar’s “firebrand live sensation” is also bringing the new music to fans across the globe with The Night Champion World Tour, having recently wrapped his Australia run with dates across the U.S. and Canada to come. Shane Smith & The Saints, Ole 60, Wyatt Flores, Corey Kent, Wade Bowen, Bayker Blankenship, Kolby Cooper and Logan Jahnke join as support in varying combinations.

For more information and to purchase tickets to all upcoming shows, visit KoeWetzelMusic.com. Follow on TikTok@Koe_Wetzel and on Instagram and Facebook @KoeWetzelMusic.

UK Rocker DAN BYRNE Releases Debut Album 'This Is Where The Show Begins' — Out Now via Frontiers Music Srl

May 24, 2026

Hotly-tipped UK rocker DAN BYRNE has unveiled his anticipated debut album, ‘This Is Where the Show Begins,’ out now via Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate the release, DAN has also unveiled the new track “Pulling Me Under,” alongside an official visualizer, available below.

DAN comments:

"'Pulling Me Under' dives into the darker depths of the album. This is a dark, atmospheric alternative rock track built on tension, emotion, and contrast. It’s haunting and anthemic, with verses that feel suffocatingly close before breaking into a huge chorus that hits like a breath of air after the plunge.

He continues, "The song explores the internal chaos of reaching out for help from the very person who’s dragging you down and the feeling of emotionally drowning when the one you trust most becomes the source of your pain. It’s a confrontation of that paradox: needing saving from the person who’s breaking you.

"It’s about that mental struggle, when you’re asking someone to pull you up, but they’re the reason you’re sinking in the first place. I wanted the music to reflect that push and pull; the verses are tight and claustrophobic, and then the chorus opens up like coming up for air. It’s dark, emotional, and one of the most cinematic moments on the record."

"With its weighty production, layered guitars, and emotional scope, it embodies that recurring theme throughout the record: the beauty and release that come from surviving your own storms," DAN concludes.

Watch the Official Visualizer for "Pulling Me Under" Below:

‘This Is Where The Show Begins,’ DAN’s debut album, is full of joy and confidence. There is swagger alongside sensitivity, a widening musical horizon that feels both fresh and bold. At the center of it all is that voice, as powerful as it is vulnerable, as emotive as it is commanding.

The lead single, “Saviour,” is a perfect opener. It bursts to life with attention-grabbing hard-rock stabs and pile-driving riffs, its verses simmering with quiet drama before exploding into a chorus that promises we are in for one hell of a ride. It struts, it shimmies, and it absolutely rocks. “Light ’em up,” indeed. There is no letup as we are thrown headlong into “She’s the Devil,” DAN delivering a colossal vocal punctuated by gonzo guitar gymnastics, the euphoria here is undeniable.

Elsewhere, we are taken to church with “Praise Hell,” and “Sober” is steeped in regret. We may even get a glimpse of where DAN is headed next with album closer “Home,” a sprawling, shapeshifting piece of alt-rock that never loses its soul. It feels like Glenn Hughes and 30 Seconds to Mars combining their superpowers.

‘This Is Where The Show Begins’ feels like the culmination of an incredible journey so far and the launching point for what comes next. It is a testament to backing yourself, trusting your instincts, and letting ambition, honesty and musical diversity lead the way. This is where it may truly begin for DAN. The exciting question now is where he will take us next.

Order 'This Is Where The Show Begins' HERE

The release follows DAN's triumphant headline tour, with nearly every date sold out. He follows this with an acoustic record store tour. A full list of dates is below.

Dan's Acoustic Record Store Tour

May 22 @ Glasgow Assai Records (Matinee)

May 22 @ Edinburgh Assai Records (Evening)

May 23 @ Newcastle Beyond Vinyl (Matinee)

May 23 @ Bury Wax & Beans (Evening)

May 24 @ Sheffield Arundel Emporium (Matinee)

May 24 @ Oxford Truck (Evening)

May 25 @ Portsmouth Pie & Vinyl (Matinee)

May 25 @ Swansea Derricks (Evening)

May 26 @ London Fighting Cocks (Evening)

May 27 @ Nantwich Applestump Records (Matinee)

May 27 @ Leeds Crash Records (Evening)

May 28 @ Liverpool Jacaranda - full electric show, playing album in full

Dan will also be performing at Steelhouse Festival on July 25th.

DAN BYRNE swept in off the Mersey, announcing himself as a solo artist in 2023 with his debut EP, ‘Beginnings.’ His powerhouse, soul-inflected vocal and deftly-executed, yet hugely accessible songcraft has quickly marked him out as an artist on the rise. Blending contemporary edge with classic influence, BYRNE’s music is powerful, honest, and deeply emotive - widescreen in scope yet intimate at its core. It rocks, without question, but what truly sets him apart is the courage to weave sensitivity and vulnerability through the intensity. This isn’t just rock music - it has the heart and authenticity to connect with an audience beyond any one genre.

In just two years DAN has toured the UK three times, delivered standout performances at multiple festivals and found overwhelming support from Planet Rock - the UK’s leading rock station - where his first four singles amassed an impressive 25 weeks on the playlist. With that foundation firmly in place, BYRNE now turns his focus to the release of his long-awaited debut solo album, marking the next powerful step in his evolution as an artist.

Scottish Alt Rockers THE XCERTS Share New Single "rinse repeat" + Visualizer

May 20, 2026

Today, THE XCERTS share "rinse repeat," the latest single from their forthcoming sixth album‘i think i want to go home now.,’ out on July 10th via FLG.

The track is, by the band's own admission, something of a first: a song that deliberately references their own back catalogue. Drawing a direct line to "crisis in the slow lane" from their 2009 debut ‘In The Cold Wind We Smile,’ "rinse repeat" revisits familiar emotional territory, cancer, heartbreak, helplessness, but refracted through the experience of adulthood and the weight that comes with it.

Speaking about the track, vocalist and guitarist Murray Macleod says:

"This might be the first time we've self-referenced our own material. There are a lot of parallels between our first record and this record, with the heartbreak of a relationship deteriorating and the loss of a parent. We wanted this song to be reminiscent of 'crisis in the slow lane' but from the perspective of adulthood. Sadly cancer was all too prominent in our lives during the writing and recording of this record, and this song is very much about my father's diagnosis at the tail end of 2022 and the helplessness of it all. I also tend to merge different scenes in verses and tie them together with choruses, so verse 2 is also about hopelessness, but in regards to my then partner's struggles."

Watch the Visualizer for "rinse repeat" Below:

It is another unflinching entry in an album that has consistently refused to look away. Where "pretty ugly" arrived as a fuzzed-out blast of anger and "in your eyes" built toward something sweeping and quietly devastating, "rinse repeat" sits somewhere between the two: purposeful, direct, and rooted in the same collaborative instinct that has defined the making of ‘i think i want to go home now.’ throughout.

The album was written by all three members together in a room, something the band had not done since their early records, and that process is audible throughout. Recorded by Larry Hibbitt at Beehive Studios, its ten songs document two years of genuine turbulence, including the passing of bassist Jordan Smith's mother and Macleod's father's cancer diagnosis, processed in real time and in company.

'i think i want to go home now.' arrives July 10th via FLG.

Pre-Order 'i think i want to go home now' HERE

THE XCERTS Live:

June 9th - Stirling - Albert Hall (with Twin Atlantic)

June 10th - Edinburgh - La Belle Angele (with Twin Atlantic)

June 11th - Aberdeen - Beach Ballroom (with Twin Atlantic)

July 11th - 2000 Trees Festival (full album playthrough set)

August 1st - Arbroath Music and Food Festival

THE XCERTS are:

Murray Macleod - vocals and guitar

Jordan Smith - bass

Tom Heron - drums

FIMBUL WINTER Present New Single "Crowned In Ash"

May 17, 2026

Forging a sound that is heavy, melodic and atmospheric, FIMBUL WINTER honor the legacy of their death metal foundations producing music that feels familiar yet is modern in its approach. "Crowned In Ash" is the latest release from FIMBUL WINTER following the 2025 debut EP What Once Was.

With a line-up formed of three previous members of AMON AMARTH, and completed with Clint Williams, FIMBUL WINTER embarks on greater exploration and development of melodic death metal. Drawing from their knowledge and experience in AMON AMARTH, and expanding further their artistic boundaries, FIMBUL WINTER brings power, energy and intensity into all of their sonic offerings.

"Crowned In Ash" emerges from the flames in an enticing soundscape infused with intriguing melodic leads. Driving rhythms take precedence pushing the track's momentum forward while guitar leads continue to entwine across the instrumental layers and Clint Williams' monstrous vocals are unleashed above.

The band states "There was never a question of what we should sound like, we’ve been shaping this sound/genre for decades, this is in our DNA"

An authoritative force prevails across the choruses in "Crowned In Ash". The fast-pace lessens its grip to allow the progressions and vocal performance the space to land with thunderous impact. FIMBUL WINTER ensure the track's main riff remains compelling and constant throughout, while deploying enveloping, shifting dynamics throughout the musical arrangement.

About FIMBUL WINTER:

Comprised of three former members of AMON AMARTH, including founding members Niko Kaukinen and Anders Biazzi, FIMBUL WINTER strive to redefine melodic death metal. Based out of Stockholm, Sweden and Melbourne, Australia, FIMBUL WINTER formed in 2023 building upon their roots and the members' legacies in Swedish death metal.

FIMBUL WINTER's beginnings grew from a spontaneous reunion performing AMON AMARTH's 1994 demo titled The Arrival Of The Fimbul Winter. The instant connection between the musicians ignited a desire to create something new that captured the essence of Swedish death metal in an updated style that is clean and modern without being polished to its detriment. 2025 brought this vision to life with the unveiling of the ensemble's first EP, What Once Was.

The new single release, "Crowned In Ash" marks the band's continuing trajectory. FIMBUL WINTER push their compositional creativity while striving to remain truly authentic to a sound they helped to craft.

FIMBUL WINTER Is:

Niko Kaukinen - Drums
Fredrik Andersson - Guitars
Anders Biazzi - Guitars
Clint Williams - Vocals

Connect With FIMBUL WINTER:

Bandcamp: https://fimbulwinterswe.bandcamp.com/
E-Shop: https://www.visionmerch.com/fimbul-winter/ (US), https://www.cudgel.de/ (EU)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fimbulwinterswe
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fimbulwinterswe/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fimbul.winter.sweden
Twitter/X: https://x.com/FimbulWinterSwe
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FimbulWinter-Official
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EnoFDhhfqaRU2usjJXJEu?si=rbS4WVOvT-eRjUq3MWnd8w
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/fimbul-winter/1833423705

Canadian Hard Rock Trio VON GROOVE Releases New Album 'Born To Rock' — Out Now via Frontiers Music Srl

May 16, 2026

Hard rockers VON GROOVE are proud to unleash their new album, 'Born To Rock,'out now via Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate their first release since 2001, the band also shares the new single "Angela," accompanied by an official visualizer, available to view below.

VON GROOVE triumphantly returns with a jaw-dropping new album that reunites the classic original lineup: Mladen on guitars, Michael Shotton on drums and vocals, and Matthew Gerrard on bass. This isn’t just a comeback, it’s a resurrection!

Marking their first studio release since 2001, the album feels like it was born in the same fire as their legendary 1992 debut. The opening title-track, "Born To Rock," explodes with the same urgency and swagger as their iconic “Once Is Not Enough” — even quoting it with a subtle nod that will send chills down the spine of longtime fans.

True to their roots, VON GROOVE delivers a masterclass in melodic hard rock, with blazing guitars, soaring vocals, and airtight arrangements. The production is punchy and alive, but the soul of the record is pure 90s AOR glory.

Even more exciting? VON GROOVE will be returning to the stage in 2026, bringing their renewed fire and timeless sound back to live audiences for the first time in years.

Order 'Born To Rock' HERE

Founded in 1990, VON GROOVE quickly made their mark on the Melodic Hard Rock scene. Their 1992 self-titled debut, produced by Richie Zito and featuring Deen Castronovo (later of Journey) on session drums, remains a cornerstone of the genre. Over the years, they’ve delivered fan-favorite albums like 'Mission Man' ('Chameleon' in Europe), 'Test of Faith,' and'The Seventh Day.' Despite going on hiatus in 2001, the members stayed active, collaborating with rock legends and contributing to major projects across genres.

After 20+ years, VON GROOVE is making their epic comeback!

VON GROOVE are:

Mladen — Guitars

Michael Shotton — Drums, Vocals

Matthew Gerrard — Bass

Miranda Lambert Slathers “Crisco” – ACM Awards Get Country & Disco’d

May 15, 2026

When it comes to music, Miranda Lambert isn’t playing. The fierce songwriter from Lindale, Texas has always leaned hard into Lone Star traditions, while moving what country music can be forward with a strong set of roots. Leave it to the woman who co-wrote and co-produced Ella Langley’s tsunami of a song “Choosin’ Texas” to return with music that takes a whole new spin on what dance hall cowboys can embrace with a strong sense of retro and a whole lot of fun.

Expanding on “A Song To Sing,” one of her two ACM Music Event of the Year nominations, Lambert takes the Chris Stapleton duet’s roller rink innocence – and deep dives into a pair of distinctive retro dancefloor sounds. Drawing on the good timing two steppery of “Urban Cowboy” and the sleek, disco urbanity of “Saturday Night Fever,” Lambert pioneers of a whole new sound with her first release with MCA, “Crisco.”

Literally, country and disco twisted together by luxurious strings and a melody that twirls around listeners. With lyrics that invoke in a real life way Starland Vocal Band’s “Afternoon Delight,” Glen Campbell’s “Southern Nights” and Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton’s “Islands in the Stream,” as well as outright name-checking Conway (Twitty), Loretta (Lynn) and the Seventies, one can’t help but feel brighter, lighter and ready to kick up their heels.

“We wanted something that feels familiar but also fresh, which is really hard to do,” Lambert enthuses. “We leaned into all the things I grew up loving about country music – Glen Campbell, Kenny and Dolly; very ’70s and ’80s. It’s a fun mix of all these sides of country music that I’ve never fully explored before, even down to using strings in a bigger way. I almost can’t believe I’ve made this many records without really going there, but it was magical to hear how much strings can transform a song.”

To really bring that recipe home, the song co-written with Aaron Raitiere, Jesse Frasure and Chill Fellacheck boasts a chorus that breaks it down:
        Baby, we’ve been cooking with Crisco
        Ain’t we mixin’ country and disco
        Stir it around, give it a spin
        And it’s a rhinestone world we’re livin’ in…

Further paying homage to the era and the influences, Lambert will debut the ebullient confection at the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards this Sunday, May 17, streaming live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Prime Video at 8 p.m. ET.

Beyond her pair of Music Event nods – the second for “Trailblazer” with Lainey Wilson and Reba McEntire – plus both Song and Visual Media of the Year with Stapleton, Lambert is nominated for Female Artist of the Year and for Song and Single as co-writer and co-producer of Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas.” As a strong advocate for females, new artists and Texas, the 2022 Entertainer of the Year rides into the 2026 ACM Awards strong.

“There’s nothing that makes me happy like music,” Lambert says. “Going to Vegas, nominated with old friends, new friends and on my own, as an artist, but also a producer and writer, that makes me feel like we’re just getting started. With ‘Crisco,’ it’s gonna be a great time seeing where it’s all gonna go.”

Erdve Unleash Reckoning on New Single "Epigrama"

May 13, 2026

Erdve are releasing the title track from their upcoming third album Epigrama. Following previous singles "Nyra" and "Ydos”. “Epigrama” follows the album's arc from grief and moral decay to existential reckoning.

Watch the visualizer for “Epigrama” below:

Epigrama comes out May 29, 2026 on Season of Mist.

Pre-order & pre-save

https://orcd.co/erdveepigrama

"Epigrama" articulates the philosophical nucleus of Erdve’s new album. Where "Nyra" traced the suffocating cycle of unresolved grief and "Ydos" charted the corrosive progression of regret into stagnation, the title track turns toward accountability. Every decision, or absence of decision, carries an unavoidable debt. The band’s new single moves through the confines of understanding toward a point where clarity and madness become indistinguishable, framing entropy as a governing moral condition.

ERDVE is a metal band from Vilnius, Lithuania, experimenting with extreme music since 2016.

In 2017, the band signed a record contract with SEASON OF MIST records, who later released their debut album VAITOJIMAS (translated as: Moaning). The album has set a strong foundation for the band to keep pushing the limits of creativity within the framework of heavy, yet atmospheric metal iterations.

Their second album SAVIGAILA (translated as: Self-loathing) was released by Season of Mist in 2021, and has presented a different and more abrasive approach towards composing and storytelling, focusing on the intensity, unpredictability and drama.

The band is known to dive into unexpected ventures by choosing to perform in places that intuitively seem incoherent to the type of music being played or are not considered to be regular venues. First such show took place in the church of St. John's 2019 and another one in Lukiškės Ex-Prison, both in Vilnius, Lithuania.

After the second album, the band took some time to rediscover their relationship with music and identified the elements that would convey their future vision in the most truthful way. This idea is followed by their 2026 release - EPIGRAMA, that delivers a familiar, yet a fundamentally different approach towards experimenting within the confines of heavy music and reflective storytelling. The goal was to craft a meticulous consistency between the music, lyrics and sound production, where every aspect of the song works together to create meaningful impact. This album marks a new beginning for ERDVE, in the process of rediscovery, experimentation and raw expression.

Line-up:

Vaidotas Darulis — Vocals, Guitars

Adomas Varnelis — Guitar

Valdas Voveraitis — Drums

Karolis Urbanavičius — Bass

Production Credits:

Self-produced by Vaidotas Darulis & Adomas Varnelis.
Mixed Vaidotas Darulis & Adomas Varnelis.
Mastered by Vaidotas Darulis.

Cover Art:

Photography by Vaidotas Darulis.

Vainius Česnauskas (https://www.instagram.com/vainius.art/),

Marija Česnauskienė-Dvarionaitė (https://www.instagram.com/maryces.art/).

Pre-order & pre-save

https://orcd.co/erdveepigrama

Follow Erdve:
Bandcamp: https://erdvesom.bandcamp.com/album/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_erdve_/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erdvelt/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@erdve

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7uctedT9WR5dzqjAOx3jKN

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/erdve/1299788970

Tidal: https://tidal.com/artist/9229661

Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/artist/13602259

Hard Rock Supergroup ICONIC Shares New Single "Tears Keep On Falling" + Visualizer

May 12, 2026

Today, hard rock supergroup ICONIC - featuring Michael Sweet (guitars), Joel Hoekstra(guitars), Marco Mendoza (bass), Tommy Aldridge (drums), and Nathan James (vocals) – shares a new single, “Tears Keep On Falling,” taken from their upcoming sophomore album ‘II,’ set for release on for July 31, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl.

Nathan James comments:

“I loved singing this song in the studio. Such a great chorus and I really hope the listeners enjoy it as much as I do!”

Michael Sweet shares:

"I’m really proud to be a part of such an iconic band, no pun intended! It takes me back to the glory days, when rock ruled radio, and it was topping the charts. We created this album to remind people of those times. Here’s to 'Tears Keep On Falling'!”

At the heart of 'II' lies the electrifying guitar partnership of Joel Hoekstra and Michael Sweet, delivering a masterclass in soaring melodies, blazing solos, and muscular riffs that perfectly balance technical brilliance with pure hard-rock attitude. Beneath them, the rhythm section of Tommy Aldridge and Marco Mendoza drives the record with thunderous authority, creating a groove that is both massive and relentless.

“'Tears Keep On Falling' is a powerful rock ballad; it will get your attention as soon as you hear it, from the first verse. Nathan’s vocals are amazing, and Michael and Joel’s guitars are on fire… Tommy A at the helm driving! Enjoy!” said Marco Mendoza.

Watch the Visualizer for "Tears Keep On Falling" Below:

Joel Hoekstra comments on the new track:

“I hope everyone enjoys 'Tears Keep On Falling.' It was killer to lean into the groove that Tommy Aldridge and Marco Mendoza gave us for this one. It was also great fun to play the harmony lead lines with Michael Sweet and finally to hear Nathan James belt out the vocals like only he can!”

ICONIC returns with 'II,' a second album that doesn’t just continue the band’s journey - it defines it. Where their debut introduced the chemistry between five world-class musicians, 'II'sharpens that vision into a clearer, heavier, and more confident sonic identity, delivering a sound that is more powerful, more direct, and unmistakably rock.

The album kicks off with “Cry No More," a high-octane opener that immediately sets the tone - an energetic slice of hard rock packed with driving riffs, explosive drums, and a chorus built to stick.

On the other side of the emotional spectrum, “Tears Keep On Falling” showcases the band’s dynamic range, unfolding into an electrifying power ballad in which melody, atmosphere, and intensity converge in dramatic fashion.

Towering above it all is Nathan James, whose performance on 'II' is nothing short of extraordinary - powerful, soulful, and commanding, elevating every track with unmistakable presence.

Tommy Aldridge adds:

“Such an honor and a blessing working with Nathan, Marco, Michael, and Joel again. Consummate pros!”

With bigger riffs, deeper grooves, and a stronger sense of identity, 'II' captures ICONIC at full force: a band no longer introducing itself but fully owning its sound.

Pre-Order 'II' HERE

Line Up:

Nathan James - Vocals

Michael Sweet - Guitars

Joel Hoekstra - Guitars

Marco Mendoza - Bass

Tommy Aldridge - Drums

Keyboards by Antonio Agate

Backing Vocals by Marco Pastorino

DVRK Release New Single "Misery Repeat"

May 11, 2026

DVRK, are releasing their new single “Misery Repeat”. With this single, the French deathcore band are leveling up alongside their new vocalist Julian Wilt. Following their debut EP Infinite Reminiscence, a new session begins and this one is heavier than the first.

Watch the music video for “Misery Repeat” below:

Stream “Misery Repeat”

https://orcd.co/dvrkmiseryrepeat

DVRK’s debut EP Infinite Reminiscence is available now on Season of Mist.

Order

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Available Formats:
Digital Download
MCD in Digipak
12" Vinyl Jacket - Black
12" Coloured Vinyl Jacket - Crystal Clear w/ White & Black Splatters

"Misery Repeat" opens with a VHS-era recording in Ukrainian confirming that the first session of the DVRK program has been completed, and that what follows will be harder, faster and without mercy.

DVRK do not present themselves as a band so much as a system; a global organisation running its subjects through escalating trials, its reach extending across languages and borders. French, Japanese and other tongues will carry future transmissions, each one pulling the listener deeper into a mythology that has no clear center and no visible end. At its core, beneath the architecture of the program, is something altogether more human: a man consumed by a love that has become indistinguishable from ruin, drinking himself numb, unable to surface. The program frames him. The song does not spare him.

"Misery Repeat" was produced by Fabien Letren and Bastien Deleule and recorded by Bastien Deleule at Nalcon Studio. The song was mixed and mastered by Eloi Nicod at Craftline Studio. The artwork was created by Cédric Faullummel.

The visuals for “Misery Repeat” were created by Ahleesi Mathis / @sinpievisuals.

Don’t miss DVRK when they tour Japan next week with Obscura and Fallujah. The band will also join Obscura next year on a tour of Europe and the UK alongside Pestilence, Cryptic Shift and Thus.

DVRK The Sun Eater 2026 Japan Tour

with Obscura and Fallujah

DVRK is a French five-piece operating at the intersection of deathcore, nu-metal, and electronic bass music. Formed in 2019 as a solo project, the band has since expanded into a full ensemble featuring Julian Wilt on vocals, Bastien Deleule and Gérald Audiard on guitars, Fabien Letren on bass, and Vincent Vidal on drums.

From the outset, DVRK has operated less like a conventional band and more like a system—a constructed world with its own logic, language, and escalating narrative. Each release functions as a transmission, drawing listeners deeper into a mythology that frames the project as a global program running its subjects through increasingly demanding sessions. The debut EP, Infinite Reminiscence, released via Season of Mist, established the framework. "Misery Repeat" marks the beginning of what comes next.

Past collaborations include Conquer Divide, Cove Reber, Chunk! No, Captain Chunk!, and Hyro the Hero.

Line-up:

Julian Wilt — Vocals

Bastien Deleule — Guitar

Gérald Audiard — Guitar

Fabien Letren — Bass

Vincent Vidal — Drums

Follow DVRK:
Bandcamp: https://dvrk.bandcamp.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearedvrk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearedvrk
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wearedvrk
Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/weareDVRK
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2veLy5cp8tE2IUS47EwzlB
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/dvrk/1462754288

sace6 Release New Album 'brutalist' And "nepenthe" Official Visualizer via Sumerian Records

May 8, 2026

Genre-blending R&B metal sensation sace6 have today released their eagerly anticipated new album, 'brutalist'(via Sumerian Records). In celebration of the release, the duo shared the official visualizer for "nepenthe" from the full-length. Leading up to today, the band shared tracks "ego", "covet", "allured", and "reverie ft. jxdn" and the accompanying official videos. Speaking about the album release, sace6 commented:

"'brutalist' - our debut album, the sound designed from the most honest and vulnerable parts of our minds, it took a shape of its own to change the way our ears digest music and to reinstate what “pop music” is. yes there was intention and influence, but most importantly there was confidence in our own emotions to display sonically how we truly feel, furthering our statement one song after the other.

'brutalist' is the sonic catharsis of our lives throughout the past year. everything that we have felt, seen, and experienced is lived through every moment, lyric, melody and sustain of this record. as crushing as it is, we offer it to our listeners as a true experience of loss, grief, and redemption in self. we hope that not only do our listeners understand what’s being said, but feel it as deeply as the moment that pain was birthed."

'brutalist' is available now on all streaming platforms at the link here. Watch the official "nepenthe" visualizer below.

Fans now have their chance to see the band on fully sold-out The Pale Moonlight Tour across North America with Dayseeker, Northlane and Wind Walkers. Afterward, the band will kick off their first-ever US headlining tour starting Wednesday, June 10, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, followed by the 'It's Not You, It's Me' tour alongside Chiodos, 156/Silence, and Calva Louise beginning Thursday, July 30, in Denver, Colorado. sace6 will also be performing at all 5 Warped Tour dates and at Louder Than Life on Sunday, September 20 in Louisville, Kentucky. Be sure to get your tickets before they're all gone.

The Pale Moonlight Tour Dates with Dayseeker, Northlane + Wind Walkers:

5/8/2026 - Grand Rapids, MI @ GLC Live at 20 Monroe - Sold Out

5/9/2026 - Green Bay, WI @ EPIC Event Center - Sold Out

5/10/2026 - West Des Moines, IA @ Val Air Ballroom - Sold Out

5/12/2026 - Oklahoma City, OK @ Diamond Ballroom - Sold Out

5/15/2026 - St Louis, MO @ The Pageant - Sold Out

5/16/2026 - Kansas City, MO @ Grinders KC - Sold Out

5/19/2026 - Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre - Sold Out

5/20/2026 - Saskatoon, SK @ Coors Event Centre - Sold Out

5/22/2026 - Edmonton, AB @ Midway - Sold Out

5/23/2026 - Calgary, AB @ MacEwan Hall Concerts - Sold Out

5/25/2026 - Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom - Sold Out

5/26/2026 - Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory - Sold Out

5/28/2026 - Wheatland, CA @ Hard Rock Live Sacramento - Sold Out

5/29/2026 - Pomona, CA @ The Fox Theater Pomona - Sold Out

5/30/2026 - San Diego, CA @ SOMA - Sold Out

Warped Tour Dates:

6/12 - 6/13 - Washington, DC @ Warped Tour DC

7/25 - 7/26 - Long Beach, CA @ Warped Tour Long Beach

9/12 - 9/13 - Mexico City, MX @ Warped Tour Mexico City

11/14 - 11/5 - Orlando, FL @ Warped Tour Orlando

Headlining Dates:

6/10/2026 - Cambridge, MA @ The Middle East Restaurant and Nightclub*

6/11/2026 - New York, NY @ Mercury Lounge*

6/12/2026 - Philadelphia, PA @ MilkBoy*

6/15/2026 - Charlotte, NC @ Snug Harbor*

6/16/2026 - Atlanta, GA @ Purgatory at The Masquerade*

6/19/2026 - New Kensington, PA @ Preserving Underground*

6/20/2026 - Detroit, MI @ Lager House*

6/21/2026 - Lakewood, OH @ Mahall's*

7/21/2026 - Seattle, WA @ Barboza^

7/22/2026 - Portland, OR @ Polaris Hall^

7/24/2026 - San Francisco, CA @ Brick & Mortar Music Hall^

7/26/2026 - Phoenix, AZ @ The Rebel Lounge^

9/25/2026 - Los Angeles, CA @ Teragram Ballroom

It's Not You, It's Me Tour With Chiodos, 156/Silence, + Calva Louise:

7/30/2026 - Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium

8/1/2026 - Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex

8/3/2026 - Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory

8/5/2026 - Bend, OR @ Midtown Ballroom/Domino Room/Annex

8/6/2026 - Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory - Spokane

8/7/2026 - Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom

8/9/2026 - Calgary, AB @ The Palace Theatre

8/10/2026 - Edmonton, AB @ Pawn Shop

8/11/2026 - Saskatoon, SK @ Coors Event Centre

8/12/2026 - Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre

8/14/2026 - Maplewood, MN @ Myth Live

8/15/2026 - Green Bay, WI @ EPIC Event Center

8/16/2026 - Chicago, IL @ House of Blues Chicago

8/19/2026 - Toronto, ON @ The Concert Hall

8/23/2026 - Portland, ME @ State Theatre

8/25/2026 - Providence, RI @ Fete Music Hall

8/26/2026 - Huntington, NY @ The Paramount

8/28/2026 - Asheville, NC @ The Orange Peel

8/29/2026 - Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works

Louder Than Life:

9/20/2026 - Louisville, KY @ Kentucky Expo Center

* Support from John Harvie

^ Support from shyeye

Swedish Melodic Metallers REXORIA Release New Album 'Fallen Dimension' — Out Now via Sound Pollution / Black Lodge Records

May 8, 2026

Today, Swedish royal metal band REXORIA are proud to release their new studio album, 'Fallen Dimension,' out now via Sound Pollution / Black Lodge Records. To celebrate the announcement, the band also share the new single "Metallic Rain," alongside a visualizer.

Grand choruses, captivating lyrics and emotional weight meet raw power and intensity in an album that clearly showcases the band’s evolution and ambition. As the follow-up to the acclaimed ‘Imperial Dawn,’ REXORIA’s fourth album marks the beginning of a new era, where the sound moves between the darkness of war, social reflections, touching ballads and euphoric metal anthems.

Strong tracks such as “Break the Wave,” “Dancing On the Ruins,” and “Metallic Rain”offer melodies that instantly stay with the listener, while the album also features two exclusive duets: Mike Andersson (Tungsten) appears on “Dominion,” and Johnny Gioeli (Axel Rudi Pell / Hardline) guests on “Heart of Sorrow,” adding further dynamics and depth to the overall experience.

Even before its release, ‘Fallen Dimension’ has been praised by reviewers. With comments such as “deliver top-notch power metal. Frontwoman Frida Ohlin’s vocals are impeccable,”and “this is an album that will make the rest of the world take notice,” it is clear that the album has the potential to reach a wide audience within the metal scene.

Check Out the Visualizer for "Metallic Rain" Below:

'Fallen Dimension' is mixed and mastered by Jonas Kjellgren (Sabaton, Dynazty and others) and delivers eleven strong tracks that combine modern production with REXORIA’s grand identity.

With more than 120 concerts across Europe, appearances at Sweden Rock Festival and millions of streams, REXORIA further strengthens their position as one of Sweden’s most powerful names within modern metal.

With their sights set on reaching even more fans both in Sweden and internationally, the band is now making major plans for upcoming live performances across Europe. With a completely unique image, an original concept and their self-created expression “Royal Metal,” there is no doubt that REXORIA is a name that will generate great interest in the metal world.

Order 'Fallen Dimension' HERE

Post Black Metal Newcomer BLOOD MOTHER Unleashes Haunting New Single, "The Wound of Heaven"

May 5, 2026

BLOOD MOTHER is now unveiling the haunting second single, "The Wound of Heaven," from its upcoming self-titled studio album, which is due on June 14 independently. The song can be found along with a visualizer below.

Composer Rick Giordano comments, "'The Wound of Heaven' is about finding beauty and comfort in watching a cruel and horrible world being torn apart. The sky splits open and the violent destruction brings only serenity. Or maybe it's just about pussy."

Pre-orders are now live via the official webstore HERE or via Bandcamp HERE.

Giordano is accompanied on this self titled debut album by Erik Ramsier, long time drummer and percussionist for the Lion's Daughter, with artwork by renowned graphic novelist The Salamander King.

Like a ghost riding out from the desert, Blood Mother is here to paint the town a shade of red found only in Hell... before burning it all to the ground.

Lineup:
Rick Giordano: Guitar, bass, synth, vocals

Erik Ramsier: Drums

For Fans Of: Ulver, Darkspace, Blut Aus Nord, Cult of Luna, Sunn O))), Wayfarer

Cover Artist: The Salamander King

Album Credits:

Mixing by Ryan Wasoba

Mastering by Joel Hatstat

Distribution/management: Wolf Mountain Productions

Links:

A Killer's Confession Teams Up With DJ/Producer Zardonic for “In Case of Emergency Remix" ft. J Mann

May 5, 2026

Alternative/nu-metal force A Killer’s Confession has joined forces with internationally acclaimed producer Zardonic for a high-octane reimagining of “In Case Of Emergency (ft JMANN).” The remix brings Zardonic’s signature aggressive drum & bass sound to the track, bridging the raw intensity of modern metal with the pulse and precision of global bass music. Watch the visualizer below:

The original track joined A Killer’s Confession vocalist Waylon Reavis with fellow former Mushroomhead vocalist JMann, and was the first single from AKC’s early 2025 album Victim 2.

For A Killer’s Confession, the remix continues the band’s evolution into hybrid soundscapes that blend industrial textures, electronic elements, and emotionally charged songwriting. The track further expands the sonic universe of their ongoing Victim album trilogy, which explores the psychological tension between morality and darkness.

In addition, A Killer’s Confession sets off on their U.S. Tour with Kottonmouth Kings today. Full dates are:

May 5 - Grand Junction, CO - Mesa Theater
May 6 - Denver, CO - HQ
May 8 - West Chicago, IL - WC Social Club
May 9 - Westland, MI - Token Lounge
May 10 - Fort Wayne, IN - Century Music Hall
May 11 - Pittsburgh, PA - Crafthouse Stage & Grill
May 12 - Reading, PA - Nightclub Reverb
May 13 - Worcester, MA - Palladium
May 15 - Rochester, NY - Montage Music Hall
May 16 - Lansing, MI - Grewal Hall at 224
May 17 - Cadillac, MI - Venue Event Center
May 19 - Philadelphia, PA - Nikki Lopez
May 20 - Towson, MD - The Recher
May 22 - Spartanburg, SC - Ground Zero
May 23 - Knoxville, TN - Open Chord Stage
May 27 - Houston, TX - Warehouse Live
May 28 - Austin, TX - Come and Take It Live
May 29 - Tulsa, OK - The Vanguard
May 30 Dallas, TX AM/FM Diner
June 1 - Roswell, NM - The Liberty, Inc.
June 2 - Albuquerque, NM - Mesa Theater
June 5 - Chesapeake, OH* - tba
* AKC solo

Connect with:

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Blacktoothed Return With New Single "Monsters"

April 25, 2026

With "MONSTERS," blacktoothed deliver one of their most emotionally direct and introspective releases to date. Blending atmospheric modern rock with raw, honest lyricism, the track dives deep into the fear of losing yourself and the internal struggle of not becoming someone you no longer recognize.

At its core, "MONSTERS" explores inner darkness, self-doubt, and the lingering weight of thoughts that refuse to fade. The song reflects on how easily reality can be distorted, how feelings can be numbed, and how internalized lies can slowly take hold. Lines like "Losing our feelings/We break what's real" capture that quiet unraveling, while the repeated "Can't let you turn into a monster" feels like both a warning and a desperate attempt to hold on to what's left.

Sonically, the band expands its signature sound with a strong sense of contrast and atmosphere. Driving instrumentation and polished production meet emotional vulnerability, carried by expressive male lead vocals and haunting female backings that add depth and tension throughout the track. The result is a dynamic balance between heaviness and space, intense without losing its sense of melody.

Over the past years, blacktoothed have continuously refined their sound and identity, building a reputation for combining modern rock elements with emotional depth and strong songwriting. This steady evolution has helped them grow their audience and establish themselves as a distinctive voice within the scene.

With "MONSTERS," blacktoothed take another step forward, not just sonically but thematically. It is a song about confronting what’s inside, recognizing the signs before it's too late, and fighting to stay human in the face of everything trying to pull you under.

CATCH THE BAND LIVE:
7/30 — Löbnitz, DE — Full Rewind Festival
8/15 — Dinkelsbühl, DE — Summer Breeze

Solo Artist Zack Miranowic Releases New Single & Visualizer “What Do You See?”

April 22, 2026

Southampton, New Jersey–based solo artist Zack Miranowic has released his new single "What Do You See?", accompanied by a visualizer. The single is the second offering from his forthcoming full-length album Sinking Low, and continues Miranowic’s solo vision — channeling darker themes through massive riffs, dynamic songwriting, and powerful melodic vocals with a touch of grit.

Miranowic shares, "Oftentimes people do not assess what kind of life they've lived until the very end - more specifically, what kind of people they were in their life and to those around them. I think it's important every now and again to check in with yourself. Are you where you want to be or is there room to grow and improve? Were you kind to others or were you cruel? The even bigger question is, were you even aware?"

Notably, Miranowic handled every aspect of the release himself. “The album was completely produced, mixed, and mastered by me."

His music dives into deeply personal territory, exploring mental illness, anger, the passage of time, and lived experiences with honesty and intensity. Balancing aggressive instrumentation with atmospheric depth and strong melodic sensibility.

“What Do You See?” is available now on all major streaming platforms.

https://zackmiranowic.bandcamp.com/

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WATCH the Official Visualizer for "What Do You See?":

Zack Miranowic is a Southampton, New Jersey–based solo artist creating heavy, guitar-driven music that blends elements of rock, metal, and progressive metal into a raw and emotionally charged sound. Known for his work in Disciples Of Verity, Sekond Skyn, and Riversend, Miranowic uses this project as a more personal and uncompromising creative outlet.

He introduced the project with his debut album Fear in 2022, followed by the EP Cryin’ Out in 2023. Continuing to evolve his sound, Miranowic is set to release new singles throughout 2026 leading into his upcoming album Sinking Low, pushing further into darker, heavier, and more personal territory while maintaining a strong sense of musical identity.

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Canadian Hard Rock Trio VON GROOVE Shares New Single "Undefeated" + Official Visualizer

April 18, 2026

Hard rockers VON GROOVE are proud to share their new single, "Undefeated," taken from their upcoming new album 'Born To Rock,' set for release on May 15, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl. "Undefeated" marks the third track released from the new album and arrives alongside an official visualizer.

Drummer/vocalist Michael Shotton comments on the new track:

"'Undefeated' is the story of relentless persistence. Always rising to the challenge and never giving up. Defeat is not an option. Every day we step into that ring and face the enemy head-on and come out swinging. 'Undefeated' rocks as only VON GROOVE can. WARNING: don’t listen to this while driving on the highway!"

Watch the Official Visualizer for "Undefeated" Below.

Even more exciting? VON GROOVE will be returning to the stage in 2026, bringing their renewed fire and timeless sound back to live audiences for the first time in years.

Pre-Order 'Born To Rock' HERE

After 20+ years, VON GROOVE is making their epic comeback!

VON GROOVE are:

Mladen — Guitars

Michael Shotton — Drums, Vocals

Matthew Gerrard — Bass

FRONTIERS RECORDS Shares New Single “When The Heartache Has Gone” Featuring Mattias Olofsson + New Visualizer

April 16, 2026

Today, FRONTIERS RECORDS shares the new single “When The Heartache Has Gone,” a new rendition of the Revolution Saints track, featuring Mattias Olofsson (Grand). The track was originally released in 2019 by the supergroup featuring Deen Castronovo (Journey), Doug Aldrich (The Dead Daisies, Whitesnake, Dio), and Jack Blades (Night Ranger).

This new version is part of the upcoming ‘XXX Anniversary Compilation,’ a special project celebrating 30 years of passion, creativity, and unforgettable music. The record is set for release on May 22, 2026, and will be only available on CD, on the label’s webstore.

Mattias comments on the new track:

“I was truly honored when I was asked to help celebrate the 30th anniversary of FRONTIERS. I’ve always been a big fan of Deen Castronovo’s voice, so I was especially excited to take on a song by Revolution Saints. I hope you all enjoy it.”

Watch the Visualizer for “When The Heartache Has Gone” Below:

Starting from an idea of Serafino Perugino, the ‘XXX Anniversary Compilation’ brings together some of the greatest melodies and voices from the world of melodic rock. This special release celebrates the label’s rich legacy by revisiting iconic tracks from the FRONTIERScatalogue, reimagined with dynamic new performances from an extraordinary lineup of guest vocalists.

Each track has been recorded exclusively for this anniversary project and showcases the powerful reinterpretation of beloved FRONTIERS classics through the voices of today’s standout rock artists.

Aldo Lonobile, Head of A&R Europe at FRONTIERS LABEL GROUP and producer of the record, comments:

“Producing the 30th anniversary record for FRONTIERS RECORDS has been both an honor and a responsibility. This label has built a legacy on passion and vision, and, with this album, we wanted to celebrate that history in a meaningful way. Having a mix of established and new generation of FRONTIERS artists reinterpret the iconic tracks that shaped our identity is more than a tribute - it’s a bridge between eras.

“With a tracklist discussed together with the FRONTIERS President Serafino Perugino, this record is a celebration of where we come from, and a powerful statement of where we’re headed”, he continued.

Under the expert production of Lonobile – who also performs part of the guitars on the album - the performances are backed by a stellar lineup of musicians: Alessandro Mammola (guitar), Andrea Arcangeli (bass), Cristian Timpanaro (bass), the keyboards team – Alessio Lucatti& Antonio Agate, Alfonso Mocerino, and Fortunato Grillo on drums, delivering powerful new arrangements that bring renewed energy to these fan-favorite tracks.

‘XXX Anniversary Compilation’ isn’t just a compilation - it’s a tribute to 30 years of rock excellence, a heartfelt thank you to the artists, fans, and collaborators who have been part of the FRONTIERS RECORDS story.

Whether you’re a lifelong supporter or discovering these songs for the first time, this album delivers powerful performances, soaring melodies, and the unmistakable spirit of FRONTIERS.

Pre-Order ‘XXX Anniversary Compilation’ HERE

“When The Heartache Has Gone” Line Up:

Mattias Olofsson – vocals

Alessandro Mammola – guitar

Andrea Arcangeli – bass

Alessio Lucatti – keyboards

Alfonso Mocerino – drums

EMBERS OF DAWN Reflect On Mortality In Their New Single "The Passing"

April 15, 2026

EMBERS OF DAWN venture further into realms doom and gothic metal in the new single, "The Passing". A touching tribute to TYPE O NEGATIVE and Peter Steele, the rich atmosphere and doom-laden heaviness center the darkness of this introspective track.

EMBERS OF DAWN explain, "At its core, the lyrics reflect mortality, loneliness, and the inevitability of death. The song emphasizes emptiness, futility, and indifference… and if that wasn’t dreary enough, the nihilistic elements of the lyrics are apparent as the song suggests life and death might go unnoticed and that the universe really offers no inherent significance."

The haunting introduction of "The Passing" soon builds into a rhythmic arrangement of chugging guitars, metallic percussion hits and industrial electronics. Somber, low vocal melody lines contribute to the song's gothic style, while powerful bursts add further character. "The Passing" showcases the band's ability to craft intense sonic offerings that unveil an all-encompassing heavy sound, and was produced, mixed and mastered by Richii Wainwright.

About EMBERS OF DAWN:

Formed in 2022, EMBERS OF DAWN is a genre-defying metal project born out of Jacksonville, Florida and Santa Barbara, California. The band blends elements of industrial, gothic, melodic death metal, and cyber-metal to create a sound that is both cinematic and punishing. Known for their thematic focus on alienation, modern decay, and emotional detachment, EMBERS OF DAWN delivers music that is as introspective as it is aggressive.

The band’s music features cold, mechanical precision layered with dark melodic textures, drawing influence from acts like PAIN, DARK TRANQUILLITY, MINISTRY, FEAR FACTORY, RAMMSTEIN, STATIC-X, ROB ZOMBIE, ARCH ENEMY, and TYPE O NEGATIVE. With each release, they continue to explore new sonic territory, balancing technicality with atmosphere, brutality with beauty.

Their upcoming debut album Infernal Culture features drums by ADRIAN ERLANDSSON (AT THE GATES, CRADLE OF FILTH, PARADISE LOST, THE HAUNTED), adding an explosive edge to their already dynamic sound.

EMBERS OF DAWN is:

Graves- vocals
Cliff Ross – guitars, programming
Scott Van Horn – bass, programming
Grover Norton - drums

Connect With EMBERS OF DAWN:

Website: https://embersofdawn.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1JuM68QzbKOljJmwGjs2P3
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/embers-of-dawn/1633162281
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWWUKLp0IMMwSFxlFmXo6YA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embers.of.dawn/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/embers.of.dawn
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