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

September 13, 2026

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

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

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

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

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

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

FORTHCOMING SHOWS

SEPTEMBER

27: WATFORD Colosseum ^

28: LINCOLN Engine Shed ^

29: SHEFFIELD Octagon Centre ^

OCTOBER

01: EDINBURGH Corn Exchange ^

02: MANCHESTER Academy ^

03: LIVERPOOL Guild of Students ^

04: NEWCASTLE O2 City Hall ^

06: CAMBRIDGE Corn Exchange ^

07: BIRMINGHAM O2 Academy ^

08: PORTSMOUTH Guildhall ^

10: NORWICH University of East Anglia ^

11: FOLKESTONE Leas Cliff Hall ^

12: LONDON HERE at Outernet ^

13: LEEDS Testbed ^

14: BRISTOL The Prospect Building ^

16: LONDON The Lower Third (SOLD OUT)

22: PHILADELPHIA (PA) The Fillmore *

23: WORCESTER (MA) The Palladium *

24: SILVER SPRING (MD) The Fillmore *

26: TORONTO (ON) History *

27: MONTREAL (QC) MTELUS *

29: MCKEES ROCKS (PA) Roxian Theatre *

30: CHICAGO (IL) Ramova Theatre *

31: MINNEAPOLIS (MN) The Fillmore *

NOVEMBER

02: DENVER (CO) Fillmore Auditorium *

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

05: PORTLAND (OR) Roseland Theater *

06: SEATTLE (WA) Moore Theatre *

08: SACRAMENTO (CA) Channel 24 *

10: ANAHEIM (CA) House of Blues *

11: PHOENIX (AZ) The Van Buren *

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

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

16: ST. PETERSBURG (FL) Jannus Live *

17: ATLANTA (GA) Tabernacle *

18: RALEIGH (NC) The Ritz *

^ w/ Don Broco

* w/ Periphery

156/Silence Unleashes New Album 'From A Distance' and Release Album Title Track Featuring Alex Reade of Make Them Su

September 4, 2026

It's a great day for 156/Silence fans! Today, the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania atmospheric metalcore powerhouse has released their new album 'From A Distance' via Pure Noise Records. 'From A Distance' is the quintet's sixth full-length and their most recent album release since 2024's critically acclaimed 'People Watching'. In celebration of today's news, the band has dropped the official music video for the album title track "From A Distance" featuring the inimitable Alex Reade of Make Them Suffer, who also appears in the video. When asked about the inspiration behind the song, the band shared:

"Love. Love is the most important thing in the world no matter what. Through all the bad and evil, there will always be more good. Even if it’s from a distance, the love we share is worth more than anything."

'From A Distance' is available now on all streaming platforms at the link here. Watch the "From A Distance (ft. Alex Reade)" music video below.

Having recently wrapped the 'It's Not You, It's Me' tour with Chiodos just last week, 156/Silence will next kick off their 'From A Distance'US headlining tour with Aviana, Heavensgate, and Fromjoy as support. The 20-date headlining run begins next Wednesday, September 9, in Worcester, Massachusetts, and concludes in the band's hometown of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, October 3. During the headliner, the band will also be bringing the heat at this year's Louder Than Life festival on Sunday, September 20. Never ones to rest on their laurels, 156/Silence will then cross the pond to hit the road on the EU/UK Flowers Tour with The Devil Wears Prada in October, and kick off the new year touring Australia alongside Thrown in February 2027. Dates are already selling out, so be sure to get your tickets at the link here before it's too late.

'From A Distance Tour' US Headlining Dates with Aviana, Heavensgate & Fromjoy:

Wed Sep 9 - Worcester, MA @ Palladium Upstairs - Sold Out

Thu Sep 10 - Brooklyn, NY @ The Meadows - Selling Fast

Fri Sep 11 - Philadelphia, PA @ The Foundry @ The Fillmore - Sold Out

Sat Sep 12 - Baltimore, MD @ Soundstage - Selling Fast

Sun Sep 13 - Richmond, VA @ Canal Club - Selling Fast

Tue Sep 15 - Durham, NC @ Motorco Music Hall - Selling Fast

Wed Sep 16 - Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West

Thu Sep 17 - Winter Park, FL @ The Conduit - Sold Out

Fri Sep 18 - Jacksonville, FL @ Albatross

Sat Sep 19 - Greenville, SC @ Radio Room - Selling Fast

Tue Sep 22 - Dallas, TX @ Puzzles Deep Ellum - Selling Fast

Wed Sep 23 - San Antonio, TX @ The Rock Box

Fri Sep 25 - Mesa, AZ @ Rosetta Room - Sold Out

Sat Sep 26 - Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory - Selling Fast

Sun Sep 27 - Sacramento, CA @ Goldfield Trading Post - Selling Fast

Tue Sep 29 - Denver, CO @ Marquis Theater - Sold Out

Wed Sep 30 - Kansas City, MO @ RecordBar - Selling Fast

Thu Oct 01 - Chicago, IL @ Reggies Rock Club - Selling Fast

Fri Oct 02 - Detroit, MI @ TSDMAAC (Sanctuary) - Selling Fast

Sat Oct 03 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving - Selling Fast

Louder Than Life Festival 2026

Sep 20 — Louisville, KY — Kentucky Expo Center

EU/UK Flowers Tour Dates with The Devil Wears Prada, Novelists and Oversize:

Oct 7 - Munchen, DE @ Backstage - Low Tickets

Oct 8 - Wiesbaden, DE @ Schlachthof

Oct 9 - Hamburg, DE @ Docks

Oct 10 - Eindhoven, NL @ Effenar

Oct 12 - Vienna, AT @ Simm City - Low Tickets

Oct 13 - Leipzig, DE @ Felsenkeller

Oct 14 - Prague, CZ @ Archa+

Oct 16 - Cologne, DE @ E-Werk - Low Tickets

Oct 17 - Antwerp, BE @ Zappa

Oct 18 - Paris, FR @ Élysée Montmartre - Low Tickets

Oct 20 - Bristol, UK @ Electric

Oct 21 - Leeds, UK @ Project House

Oct 23 - London, UK @ Electric Brixton

Oct 24 - Manchester, UK @ New Century Hall - Low Tickets

Oct 25 - Birmingham, UK @ Institute 1

AU Tour Dates with Thrown, Boundaries and Volatile Ways:

Feb 3 - Perth, AU @ Freo Social

Feb 5 - Adelaide, AU @ The Gov - Final Tickets

Feb 7 - Melbourne, AU @ Forum - Final Tickets

Feb 10 - Canberra, AU @ UC Hub

Feb 11 - Sydney, AU @ Liberty Hall - Final Tickets

Feb 12 - Newcastle, AU @ King St Bandroom

Feb 13 - Brisbane, AU @ The Tivoli - Final Tickets

ABOUT 156/SILENCE

156/Silence makes intense, foreboding, and haunting music. Their songs are cinematic, blending brutality with intellect. They draw on real and imagined terror, all woven into melody and power. Vocalist and lyricist Jack Murray, guitarist and primary songwriter Jimmy Howell, guitarist Ryan Wilkinson, drummer Kyle O’Connell, and bassist Mike Ernst form a formidable unit, forged through shared passions and losses since the band’s earliest incarnation first formed in Pittsburgh in 2015.

2024’s crowd pleaser, People Watching, was a watershed moment, boasting breakout anthems “Better Written Villain” and “Character Development (Cold Start).” Distorted Sound wrote, “There is enough in the band’s repertoire to not only keep you entertained but also keep you guessing.”

From a Distance, its spiritual sequel and the band’s first album with Pure Noise Records, ups the ante with gut-wrenching depth and atmosphere. Their sixth album is dark and ponderous yet triumphantly self-assured. (It follows the devastating standalone single “Our Parting Ways,” released in 2025 in loving tribute to longtime bassist Lukas Booker, who passed away unexpectedly earlier that year.)

The group’s reputation as a live force of nature was earned on the road, where they deliver audience connection and sonic devastation while touring with the likes of The Devil Wears Prada, Chiodos, Fit For A King, Counterparts, Silent Planet, and The Acacia Strain, among other contemporaries.

Produced by Josh Schroeder (King 810, Lorna Shore, The Plot In You), From a Distance finds 156/Silence heavy as hell, while leaning into atmosphere, mood, and emotional impact even harder. The group reverently namechecks classic game scores like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, and the heady concepts of prestige TV like Twin Peaks (a sample from Apple TV’s Severance opens the album).

Murray’s lyrics remain keenly observational, personal, and incisive. From a Distance serves as a bold thematic companion to its predecessor. While earlier records often documented tension at close range, From a Distance observes from a wider vantage point, examining social behavior, celebrity worship, intrusive thoughts, and interpersonal connection with steely focus.

That authenticity is crucial to the band’s ever-growing audience.

No two 156/Silence albums are alike, from the unhinged frenetic chaos of Undercover Scumbag (2018) to the gloriously savage and technical Irrational Pull (2020), which Metal Hammer likened to Converge and Botch. The diverse ruminations found in Narrative(2022) took things even further. BrooklynVegan called that album “bolder and richer” and “an exciting step forward for [the] band.”

People Watching continued the prolific outfit’s tradition of steadfast evolution and innovation. Revolver praised the dark melodic edge of the Animal Farm-inspired “Better Written Villain,” declaring, “156/Silence may have just penned an instant classic of their own canon.”

As Howell points out, they’d never really tried singing choruses and hooks prior to People Watching. “It went so well that we decided to double down on that.” From a Distance also features guest appearances from some formidable vocalists: Mike Hranica of The Devil Wears Prada, Alex Reade of Make Them Suffer, and Tony Castrati of Crippling Alcoholism. It also cranks up the soundscapes.

“I look toward bands we love that grew with their listeners, like Thrice and Bring Me The Horizon,” Howell says of their continuing creative mission. “They have a sound, but they grow and change. Some bands are comfortable repeating the same thing again. I don’t want to do that. I want to make you feel the way you do when you hear one of those important bands, without sounding like them.”

Murray describes the title track as “a love song” and “probably the most Twin Peaks-inspired song.”

From a Distance cuts deeper into People Watching’s lyrical heart. “Proxy Idols” tackles celebrity worship. “Order & Entropy”contemplates maintaining focus amid the utter devastation of things falling apart. “Swept from Under (Call of the Void)” sees Murraywrestling with intrusive thoughts. “They tell you to hurt yourself, even when you don’t feel bad,” he says. “It’s just the ever-looming shadow of weird and intrusive thoughts, and negativity, of just being swept from under by the void.”

From straightforward hard rock to synth-heavy experimentation and all the way back to the band’s deadly mathcore roots, 156/Silencehave established themselves as unbound by any genre limitation.

“We could go anywhere now, and that’s the goal,” Howell says. “Nothing is ever off the table.”

Hollow Pact Unleash New Single "Witchking" And Official Music Video via Sumerian Records

August 27, 2026

Rising hard rock outfit Hollow Pact have today unleashed their latest rager "Witchking" and the official music video. Prior to today, the band dropped "Tear", their first release via their new label home, Sumerian Records. When asked about the inspiration behind "Witchking", the band commented:

"'Witchking' represents that moment when you are watching somebody collect an unwarranted sympathy after they were the cause of another persons suffering and pain. Its about the frustration it feels to witness their dishonest feelings on display as they allow themselves to fall into the hands of a story that no one knows the other side of."

Hollow Pact will be hitting the road this Saturday, August 29 with Royale Lynn, and again starting Thursday, November 19 supporting Of Mice & Men. Stream "Witchking" at the link here, and watch the official music video below.

Tour Dates with Royale Lynn:

8/29 Albuquerque, NM

8/30 Phoeinix, AZ

9/3 Henderson NV

9/5 Denver, CO

Tour Dates with Of Mice & Men:

11/19 Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory

11/20 San Diego, CA @ House of Blues

11/21 Sacramento, CA @ Ace of Spades

Holding Absence Release Album Title Track "Modern Life Is Lonely" And Official Video via Sumerian Records

August 26, 2026

South Wales trio Holding Absence have released their new single, ‘Modern Life Is Lonely’, the title track for their forthcoming fourth album which is due out on September 18th via new label partner Sumerian Records.

Speaking of the single, vocalist Lucas Woodland shares, “After the release of our album was pushed back a few weeks, we knew we had to offer something special to our fans to tide them over until the new release day... And what better song to do that than the title track!

Modern Life Is Lonely - the song - is steeped in Lofi, whilst still being able to juxtapose itself against one of the heaviest moments in our discography. We're hoping this'll get people even more excited for the whole record to drop in just under a month!”

At a time in society when connection appears to be at its most prominent, yet those within are more stranded than ever before, the art being produced must reflect reality rather than possibility.

For Lucas Woodland, such a call to arms lined up perfectly with the position that he and his band Holding Absence found themselves in. And with their fourth full-length offering, they have made something that speaks directly to the seemingly universal experience of loneliness in 2026.

Serving as a reference, and in many ways an update on the state of things, to Blur’s 1993 album ‘Modern Life Is Rubbish’, ‘Modern Life Is Lonely’ strives to capture the essence of what it means to be in a moment in time that is as complex as it is heart-wrenching captive. An introspective look at the assets and practices that have become part of the external every day, in some cases against our will or under our noses, that perfectly distils how it feels to be so connected yet so desolate. Less timeless and more timely, it is a record that strives to offer up solace as much as document how sensationally bizarre life is right now.

“This album was really the first time that I thought, ‘Let’s speak about the world that I live in, rather than the world that I am,” Lucascomments. “It’s no longer like a therapy class; a bunch of strangers are no longer turning up to Existentials Anonymous. In theory, everyone knows me now; they’ve heard my journey, but I’m still struggling in this big, bad world. It doesn’t matter how much enlightenment you can find within yourself; the world is still a scary place right now.”

For Lucas, it really is a shift in perspective, especially considering just how much of himself has been poured into Holding Absence over the last decade. Through the trilogy of albums - 2019’s ‘Holding Absence’, 2021’s ‘The Greatest Mistake Of My Life’ and 2023’s ‘The Noble Art Of Self Destruction’ – they have been able to travel the world, share stages with their heroes, and carve out the sort of legacy that you only get when you tap into a certain strain of emotion. But in bringing the curtain down on that particular chapter, it became imperative to start to channel things from a different source.

So, instead of pushing these feelings solely through himself, the band set out to craft an individual who could embody these experiences. That is Y4-BBO, as much a mascot for the band as a physical manifestation of the technological confusion that bolsters this era. His existence and presence allow the record to have a dual concept of sorts, with his own story enveloped within these extraordinary songs. Oh, and his helmet, seen on the album’s cover art, was made by the same people who built the Cybermen for Doctor Who, which, in itself, is an incredible dedication to detail.

Much of that question also extends to how Holding Absence sounds on this record as well. In stepping back and re-evaluating what this band actually is, they saw that it was less about noise and more about language. There is an infinite number of ways that they could be speaking, but, up till now, they hadn’t had the time or space to utilise them. So rather than stepping on the well worn path of yesterday, Lucas – alongside guitarist Scott Carey and bassist Benjamin Elliot – strived to showcase just how vibrant, vast and viscerally otherworldly they could be.

Pulling influence from the chaotic boldness of hyper-pop and ethereal tranquillity of lo-fi whilst still keeping plenty of post-hardcore grit at their heart, and taking inspiration from other boundary-destroying artists around them such as Julia Wolf and Paledusk, the result is as exploratory as it is emphatic.

Instead of sticking to standard linear songcraft, time was spent chopping up and changing parts of songs, slowing and reverbing as much as speeding up and smashing them together. Soft textures and pattering synths clash gleefully with euphoric bursts of kinetic energy in ways that feel both beautifully familiar and unfathomably fresh.

With Daniel Braunstein on production duties, serving as the first British band he has worked with, it is a combination of two monikers of the scene doing something completely different to what is expected of them.

And at a time when alternative music is being consumed and manipulated by technology, remembering what it means to dig deeper into the unknown has never been more crucial.

“We pushed ourselves in ways that we’d never had before, while maintaining what that language of Holding Absence is. We’ll be introducing people to new sounds, and that’s something I’ve wanted to do for a long time. But also, I think everything should inspire something, and with this record, as pretty famous victims of what AI is capable of, I wanted to do shit that no AI idiot would ever try and do, or even understand how to do. We’re at a new frontier where things are changing very fast, and we don’t know what this horrible sort of change entails for us. But where we are right now is essentially at a point of instinctive rebellion against that, and I’m intrigued about what comes next with that.”

And that mindset extended into the lyrical turns that Lucas chose to take as well. In attempting to look beyond what was happening in his head and his heart, he looked up at the skies, at the unequivocal vastness and unlimited potential of space. The stars above our heads are beautiful, yet daunting. The question of whether there is someone or something more than us out there is drenched in as much wonder as it is terror.

There is a duality to our existence, and the same sense of the pendulum swinging between two very different, but similarly critical, points. We are surrounded by so much hope, but that loneliness is just as close to everything we do, and such a juxtaposition played into the songwriting in a big way.

In being the longest that the band have worked on a record in their whole career, two and a half years of solid writing, demoing and crafting, it has allowed Lucas the chance to really pinpoint every aspect of what it means to exist at this pivotal moment in history, and then some.

“Over the last two and a half years, I’ve gone through so much internally in regards to hopelessness, loneliness and fear of failure, and I think this album really is like a resistance to that. There’s an awareness of self in here now. It’s almost cynical, but it is also realistic. I say this every time, but I truly mean it. This album could have just not happened. But I have such a deep yearning for this life and this art form of storytelling that I have to do it. I just can’t not.”

To be a decade in and still respecting and responding to that desire to keep on searching is something that doesn’t come easy, but it is what makes Holding Absence a band unlike any other. With ‘Modern Life Is Lonely’, they have expanded on everything they once were and done so in a manner that is as undeniable as it is unstoppable.

“I think that we are now in the arc in our career where we could fall the hell off or we could cling on for dear life, and sort of dwindle and fade away,” Lucas muses in conclusion. “Yet, I think we’ve done neither of those things. I think that we’ve been as rebellious as we’ve been respectful of our band, and we’ve managed to hold that line. I’m not a kid anymore, and I don’t want just to be doing the same stuff over and over again. So, it’s really special to me that we’ve nailed something very unique that is bigger than our band. Bigger than all of us.”

Holding Absence will soon be hitting the road across the US on a co-headlining tour with Arm's Length starting on September 19, with Bloom and House & Home as support. The band will also be performing at Louder Than Life and Aftershock on September 18 and October 1 respectively. For ticket information, please click here.

Upcoming Holding Absence Dates:

09.18 — Louisville, KY — Louder Than Life*

09.19 — St. Louis, MO — The Sovereign

09.20 — Chicago, IL — Riot Fest

09.22 — Grand Rapids, MI — Intersection

09.24 — Minneapolis, MN — Varsity

09.25 — Lawrence, KS — Granada

09.26 — Ft Collins, CO — Washington's

09.27 — Colorado Springs, CO — Black Sheep

09.29 — Las Vegas, NV — Area15

09.30 — Pomona, CA — Glass House

10.01 — Sacramento, CA — Aftershock*

10.02 — Los Angeles, CA — The Regent Theater

10.04 — Albuquerque, NM — Sunshine Theater

10.06 — San Antonio, TX — Paper Tiger

10.07 — Houston, TX — Warehouse Live

10.09 — Jacksonville, FL — Five

10.10 — Greensboro, NC — The Pyrle

10.11 — Allentown, PA — Archer Music Hall

10.13 — New York, NY — Irving Plaza

10.14 — Worcester, MA — The Palladium

10.15 — Pittsburgh, PA — Roxian

10.17 — Nashville, TN — Ceremony Fest

*Holding Absence only

HOLDING ABSENCE is:

Lucas Woodland - Vocals

Scott Carey - Guitar/Vocals

Benjamin Elliott - Bass

Ryan Perdz Releases Debut Album 'Can't Cry' And New Music Video For "Blood On My Love" via Big Machine Rock

August 15, 2026

New York singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ryan Perdz has released his debut album 'Can't Cry' via Big Machine Rock. In celebration, Perdz has dropped his latest music video for the track "Blood On My Love" off the full-length. Leading up to today, Perdz shared "Sour", "Heavy Eyes" and most recently, a fresh reimagination of "Time to Pretend". Speaking about the inspiration behind "Blood On My Love", he commented:

"'Blood On My Love' is a song about the consequences of loving the wrong person. You wish it never happened, but all you can do is move on, even if you’re covered in regret.”

Fans will soon have their chance to see Perdz hit the road on the '20 Years Unplugged' tour across the US with labelmate multi-GRAMMY® award-nominated, multi-platinum rock band Daughtry. The run kicks off on Monday, October 12 in Troy, New York, and wraps in Dallas, Texas, on Saturday, November 14 (ticket info here). 'Can't Cry' is available now on all streaming platforms at the link here, and watch the official music video for "Blood On My Love" below.

20 Years Unplugged Tour Dates:

October 12 | Troy, NY | Troy Savings Bank Music Hall

October 13 | Beverly, MA | The Cabot

October 15 | Uncasville, CT | Mohegan Sun Arena

October 16 | Waterloo, NY | The Vine Showroom at del Lago Resort & Casino

October 17 | Atlantic City, NJ | Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Resort

October 20 | Huntington, NY | The Paramount

October 21 | Englewood, NJ | Bergen Performing Arts Center

October 23 | Danville, VA | The Pantheon at Caesars Virginia

October 24 | Florence, KY | Turfway Park Event Center

October 26 | Greensburg, PA | The Palace Theatre

October 27 | Wheeling, WV | Capitol Theatre

October 29 | Nashville, IN | Brown County Music Center

October 31 | Omaha, NE | The Astro Theater

November 1 | Des Moines, IA | Hoyt Sherman Place

November 3 | Kansas City, MO | Uptown Theater

November 4 | Oklahoma City, OK | The Criterion

November 7 | Las Vegas, NV | Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort

November 8 | Napa, CA | Uptown Theatre Napa

November 10 | Anaheim, CA | Grove of Anaheim

November 11 | Tucson, AZ | Fox Tucson Theatre

November 13 | San Antonio, TX | The Aztec Theatre

November 14 | Dallas, TX | Majestic Theatre

ABOUT RYAN PERDZ

Ryan Perdz is a 25-year-old singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist from Buffalo, NY. Raised on his grandparents’ family farm, he began teaching himself guitar at age ten and expanded into bass, violin, and mandolin, developing a hands-on approach to songwriting and arrangement.

Influenced by artists such as Nirvana, Chris Cornell, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Led Zeppelin, Perdz channels the emotional weight of 90s rock through a modern lens, balancing grit with melody. His music often explores isolation, self-doubt, and perseverance, delivered with a clarity that feels lived-in rather than ornamental.

After independently releasing multiple singles and his First Sight EP an racking up tens of millions of views across social media, Perdz cultivated a loyal audience through consistent self-directed output. In 2025, he signed with Big Machine Rock and began recording his debut full-length album. His growing catalogue of original music has generated millions of streams, and his audience continues to expand across digital platforms.

As he prepares to unveil his debut album, Ryan Perdz stands positioned at the forefront of a new generation of rock artists shaped by both digital culture and classic influences.

Weathers Drop New Single "Antidote" And Official Music Video via Big Machine Rock

August 9, 2026

Alt-rock powerhouse Weathers have released their latest banger "Antidote" and the official video. Prior to today, the band dropped "Happy Pills (Higher Dose)", breathing new life into the fan-favorite track "Happy Pills" (via Big Machine Rock). Speaking about the inspiration behind their release, the band shared:

“‘Antidote’ reflects personal experiences with having too much fun to the point of going off the rails. And then finding yourself unable to help yourself, therefore needing someone to help pick you back up even though you’ve hurt them during your downward spiral. We realized early on that the demo of this song captured a sense of vulnerability that couldn’t be recreated leading to most of the song being the original cuts including the vocals.”

Fans will have their chance to see the quartet tear up the stage across the US alongside alt-pop duo VOILÀ and Ella Red, on the theatrically immersive 'Moonbloom' tour, featuring aerial acts, sword swallowers, magicians, and jugglers. The tour kicks off on Tuesday, October 27 in Los Angeles, California at The Fonda, with No Love For The Middle Child joining the lineup for that evening only (ticket info here). Stream "Antidote" here, watch the video below, and keep 'em peeled for more Weathers news coming soon.

Upcoming Weathers US Tour Dates:

Tue 10/27 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Fonda

Thu 10/29 - Phoenix, AZ @ The Nile Theater

Sat 10/31 - Dallas, TX @ House of Blues

Mon 11/2 - Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl

Tue 11/3 - Atlanta @ The Masquerade*

Wed 11/4 - Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore

Fri 11/6 - Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer

Sat 11/7 - New York, NY @ Irving Plaza

Sun 11/8 - Boston, MA @ Royale

Wed 11/11 - Detroit, MI @ St. Andrews

Thu 11/12 - Chicago, IL @ House of Blues

Sun 11/15 - Denver, CO @ Summit Music Hall

Tue 11/17 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge*

Fri 11/20 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Whisky*

ABOUT WEATHERS

Southern California-based alternative rock band Weathers — lead singer/frontman Cameron Boyer, guitarist Cameron Olsen and bassist Brennen Bates — have been consistently creating finely crafted introspective pop songs heavily inspired by the counter-culture of the 80s and 90s since forming in 2015. The band makes music that speaks to those among us who tend to forget that, regardless of outward appearances, everyone is struggling with something and that no one is alone. Weathers’ story is a tale of growing up, of coming into one’s own, and includes themes of depression or anxiety and the often difficult maintenance of mental health.

They first grabbed listeners' attention with 2016's "Happy Pills," which peaked at number 21 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart. Initially, vocalist Boyer and guitarist Olsen met in 2012 while attending a battle of the bands in the Los Angeles suburb of Manhattan Beach. By 2015, they had formed Weathers, recruiting bassist Bates. Signing with RCA Records, they released their debut single, "I Don't Wanna Know," a swaggeringly moody song that drew comparisons to Walk the Moon and The Neighbourhood. Fans followed, and in March 2016 they landed a slot at SXSW. Their follow-up single, "Happy Pills," garnered the band even more attention, becoming the most added track to rock radio in July 2016. In 2018, they issued the Kids in the Night EP, featuring the single "1983."

156/Silence Release New Single "Swept From Under (Call of the Void)" And Music Video From Upcoming New Album 'From A Distance' via Pure Noise Records

July 22, 2026

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania atmospheric metalcore quintet 156/Silence have released their latest offering, "Swept From Under (Call of the Void)" and the official music video. The track is taken from the band's upcoming new full-length, 'From A Distance', out on September 4 via Pure Noise Records. Elaborating on the inspiration behind the track, the band shared:

"The call of the void is the voice in our heads that wants to self-destruct even when we don’t feel bad. A compulsion to hurt ourselves even if we don’t want to. Being swept from under by intrusive thoughts."

'From A Distance' is available now for pre-order at the link here. Stream "Swept From Under (Call of the Void)" here and watch the music video below.

After taking Inkcarceration 2026 by storm last weekend, 156/Silence will next set their sights on the 'It's Not You, It's Me' Tour across North America with Chiodos, sace6 and Second Harbour beginning Thursday, July 30, with several headlining dates from Thursday, August 20 through Saturday, August 22 with Coldstate as support. Following, the band will kick off their 'From A Distance Tour' US headlining run with Aviana, Heavensgate and Fromjoy supporting. Dates are already selling out, so be sure to get your tickets at the link here before it's too late.

It's Not You, It's Me Tour Dates with Chiodos, sace6 & Second Harbour

Thu, Jul 30 - Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium

Sat, Aug 1 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Rockwell @ The Complex

Mon, Aug 3 - Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory

Wed, Aug 5 - Bend, OR @ Midtown Ballroom

Thu, Aug 6 - Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory

Fri, Aug 7 - Vancouver, BC @ The Commodore

Sun, Aug 9 - Calgary, AB @ The Palace Theatre

Mon, Aug 10 - Edmonton, AB @ Union Hall

Tue, Aug 11 - Saskatoon, SK @ Louis

Wed, Aug 12 - Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre

Fri, Aug 14 - St. Paul, MN @ Myth Live

Sat, Aug 15 - Green Bay, WI @ Epic Event Center

Sun, Aug 16 - Chicago, IL @ House of Blues

Mon, Aug 17 - Chicago, IL @ House of Blues

Wed, Aug 19 - Toronto, ON @ The Concert Hall

Sun, Aug 23 - Portland, ME @ State Theater

Tue, Aug 25 - Providence, RI @ Fete Ballroom

Wed, Aug 26 - Huntington, NY @ The Paramount

Fri, Aug 28 - Asheville, NC @ The Orange Peel

Sat, Aug 29 - Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl

Upcoming 156/Silence Headlining One-Off Dates with Coldstate:

Thu, Aug 20 - Barrie, ON @ The Queens Night Club *Low Tix*

Fri, Aug 21 - Syracuse, NY @ Song & Dance

Sat, Aug 22 - Albany, NY @ Empire Underground

'From A Distance Tour' US Headlining Dates with Aviana, Heavensgate & Fromjoy:

Wed Sep 9 - Worcester, MA @ Palladium Upstairs *Low Tix*

Thu Sep 10 - Brooklyn, NY @ The Meadows

Fri Sep 11 - Philadelphia, PA @ The Foundry @ The Fillmore *Low Tix*

Sat Sep 12 - Baltimore, MD @ Soundstage *Low Tix*

Sun Sep 13 - Richmond, VA @ Canal Club

Tue Sep 15 - Durham, NC @ Motorco Music Hall

Wed Sep 16 - Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West

Thu Sep 17 - Winter Park, FL @ The Conduit Sold Out

Fri Sep 18 - Jacksonville, FL @ Albatross

Sat Sep 19 - Greenville, SC @ Radio Room

Sun Sep 20 - Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life^

Tue Sep 22 - Dallas, TX @ Puzzles Deep Ellum

Wed Sep 23 - San Antonio, TX @ The Rock Box

Fri Sep 25 - Mesa, AZ @ Rosetta Room *Low Tix*

Sat Sep 26 - Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory *Low Tix*

Sun Sep 27 - Sacramento, CA @ Goldfield Trading Post *Low Tix*

Wed Sep 30 - Kansas City, MO @ RecordBar *Low Tix*

Fri Oct 02 - Detroit, MI @ TSDMAAC (Sanctuary) *Low Tix*

Sat Oct 03 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving *Low Tix*

^Festival Date

coldrain Announce New Album 'OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE' Out September 25 via Century Media Records

July 17, 2026

Alt-metal quintet coldrain (Nagoya, Japan) make their global return with their long awaited eighth full-length album “OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE”, set for release on September 25th, 2026, via Century Media Records. The album announcement is paired with the release of their new single “EX-HUMANITY,” which marks the sixth track unveiled from the upcoming album and the band's first new song since the release of the “OPTIMIZE” EP on October 24th, 2025. The EP includes the band’s prior single releases “INCOMPLETE”, “CHASING SHADOWS”, and “FREE FALL”, all of which will also be featured on the forthcoming album.

PRE-SAVE/BUY THE NEW ALBUM HERE

LISTEN TO “EX-HUMANITY” HERE

& WATCH THE MUSIC VIDEO BELOW:

coldrain announced their “OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE JAPAN TOUR” last month, which will be happening from October to December 2026. Additionally, the band has been confirmed as one of the support acts for Electric Callboy’s “TANZNEID WORLD TOUR” tour in Australia for September 2026, alongside Ice Nine Kills. The band will also play at various festivals across Japan this summer.

All dates and further info here: https://coldrain.jp/blogs/live

- “TANZNEID WORLD TOUR” w/ Electric Callboy & Ice Nine Killls -

04.09.2026 - Australia, Perth: RAC Arena

06.09.2026 - Australia, Adelaide: Adelaide Entertainment Centre Arena

08.09.2026 - Australia, Melbourne: Rod Laver Arena

10.09.2026 - Australia, Sydney: Qudos Bank Arena

12.09.2026 - Australia, Brisbane: Riverstage

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- OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE JAPAN TOUR 2026 -

06.10.2026 - Japan, Kawasaki: CLUB CITTA'

10.10.2026 - Japan, Hiroshima: BLUE LIVE HIROSHIMA

17.10.2026 - Japan, Fukuoka: UNITED LAB

21.10.2026 - Japan, Sapporo: PENNY LANE24

22.10.2026 - Japan, Sapporo: PENNY LANE24

01.11.2026 - Japan, Kanazawa: EIGHT HALL

03.11.2026 - Japan, Niigata: NIIGATA LOTS

29.11.2026 - Japan, Sendai: SENDAI GIGS

01.12.2026 - Japan, Osaka: NAMBA HATCH

02.12.2026 - Japan, Nagoya: COMTEC PORTBASE

09.12.2026 - Japan, Tokyo: TOYOSU PIT

The title OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE is itself a warning: a caution against a world in which the rise of AI has come to symbolize humanity’s growing confusion over what it means to be human. More than a framework of “against AI” or “against technology,” this album calls for the liberation of the soul in response to a world that is steadily being bleached of color, and to the brutality of people who, having stopped thinking for themselves, continue to hurt one another. That is the reason coldrain continues to fight. And OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE is the album where that essence appears more youthful, pure, and unfiltered than ever before - a human fuse burning toward ignition.

Coldrain, the quintet that is about to release their 8th album, first emerged in Japan in 2007, proudly identifying themselves as a “loud rock” band. Their songwriting, heavily influenced by the nu-metal and emo/screamo movements of the 2000s, resonated directly with the youth culture of America at the time. Yet in the Japanese rock scene of that era, “loud music” was still largely associated with melodic punk and pop-punk. As a result of that advance, coldrain absorbed musical elements far beyond nu-metal and screamo alone. While maintaining melodies that carried a distinctly Japanese sense of emotion, they transformed into a chimera capable of crossing through every subgenre of rock. Their ability to be both heavy and endlessly pop became their greatest weapon.

Now, especially since joining forces with Century Media Records, the very fact that their music cannot be defined by a single attribute - and the very “in-between” quality of their style - has become a musical identity unconstrained by borders or genres, radiating an originality that stands among the strongest in the world.

coldrain are a band whose lives were changed by music that could never have been born in Japan, and yet they themselves are a hybrid that could only have emerged from the Galápagos-like environment of Japan. That is coldrain. Rather than needing to acquire a new place, coldrain were able to turn simply “being themselves” into music in its most unfiltered form. As a result, OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE is pierced throughout by a youthful rawness that feels almost impossible for a band nearing twenty years since its formation.

coldrain are:

Masato – Vocals

Y.K.C - Guitar

Sugi - Guitar

RxYxO - Bass Guitar

Katsuma - Drums

HANABIE. Drop New Track "Life Is Short, O Brave Girl" via Sony Music Japan For Upcoming Anime 'Young Ladies Don't Play Fighting Games' on Crunchyroll

July 8, 2026

Japanese Harajuku-core sensation HANABIE. have today released their new single, "Life Is Short, O Brave Girl" alongside the official music video (via Sony Music Japan). The track will serve as the opening theme for the upcoming anime series Young Ladies Don't Play Fighting Games and will be available on all major streaming platforms worldwide.

Known for their explosive blend of metalcore, hardcore and Japanese pop culture influences, HANABIE. bring their signature energy to the new song, which captures the passion, determination and youthful spirit at the heart of the anime's story.

Based on the popular manga series, Young Ladies Don't Play Fighting Games follows Mitsuki Aya, a student at the prestigious Girls' Academy who discovers her refined and idolized classmate is actually a hardcore, trash-talking fighting-game enthusiast. Despite the academy's strict ban on gaming, the two bond through their shared passion and begin a series of intense battles that spark both rivalry and friendship.

Reflecting the anime's themes of dedication and self-expression, HANABIE.'s new single delivers a powerful mix of aggression, melody and infectious energy.

Speaking about the collaboration, the band shared:

“Since the anime is set at an all-girls school, we felt a strong connection to the story. HANABIE. was also formed by students from an all-girls school during our high school years, so we could really relate to the passion and dedication the characters have for something they love. As we worked on the song, we found ourselves recalling many memories and felt excited imagining how the track would come together. We're huge fans of anime and video games ourselves, so it's a real honor to be involved with such a wonderful series."

When asked about "Life Is Short, O Brave Girl", vocalist Yukina commented:

“Since this is an anime theme song, I read the original work and immersed myself completely in its world while writing the song! For the lyrics, I included words that fans of Young Ladies Don’t Play Fighting Games will hopefully recognize and think, "Oh!" when they hear them. I also reflected on my own youth, remembering the things our faculty advisor said to us when we were attending an all-girls school and passionately playing in a band while being obsessed with heavy music, as well as the rebellious spirit I felt during those days.I hope this song becomes one that overflows with energy for anyone who is passionately devoted to something!”

HANABIE. guitarist and vocalist Matsuri stated:

“We had the honor of writing this song for the TV anime Young Ladies Don’t Play Fighting Games. HANABIE. and the characters in the anime have many things in common, such as growing up in an all-girls school and dedicating ourselves wholeheartedly to something during our school days. Because of that, there were many moments during the songwriting process when I could truly relate to the story, and it made creating the song a lot of fun. Rather than trying to neatly blend HANABIE.'s world with the world of the anime, we focused on finding the best way for the passion and energy of both to collide. I would be very happy if this song reaches many people.”

Bassist Hettsu said:

“As the theme song for the TV anime Young Ladies Don’t Play Fighting Games, this song expresses the world of fighting games through a powerful sound! One of its greatest charms is the way it combines the tension of battle scenes, the exhilarating feeling of youth, and the graceful elegance of young ladies. For the bass, I played with groove and a sense of momentum in mind so that it could support the song's energy. I would be happy if, along with the rhythm that makes you want to move your body, listeners can also feel the straightforward emotions of our student days, when we were completely devoted to something.”

Drummer Chika also shared:

“As the opening theme song for the TV anime Young Ladies Don’t Play Fighting Games, this song is a perfect match for the world of the anime! While capturing the energy of the characters and the battles, it turned into a song that naturally gets you excited. One drum highlight to listen for is during the chorus, where I strike the China cymbal four times in sync with the lyrics, "MATCH UP!! SMASH UP!!" I hope everyone will enjoy listening to it again and again together with the anime.”

Listen to "Life Is Short, O Brave Girl" at the link here, and watch the video below.

ABOUT HANABIE.:

HANABIE. is a Tokyo-based all-girl rock band that has been making waves since 2015, when YUKINA, MATSURI, and HETTSU came together for a high school club activity. With the addition of CHIKA in May 2023, the band has evolved into a force to be reckoned with. Don’t be fooled by their cute, girlish image—their sound is a hard-hitting blend of powerful shouts, heavy riffs, and unique Japanese flair, capturing fans at home and abroad. Their hit single “Pardon Me, I Have To Go Now” has amassed over 12 million views on YouTubeand 5.4 million views on TikTok.

In December 2024, HANABIE. unleashed their EP, Bucchigiri Tokyo, followed by their latest EP, HOT TOPIC, released on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

2023 marked the beginning of their overseas ventures, and in August 2024, they made history as the first Japanese women to perform on the main stage at Lollapalooza in Chicago, USA. In March 2026, the quartet brought the heat on their first North American headlining tour. With a rapidly growing international following, HANABIE. is actively expanding their presence and making a bold statement on the global stage, so be sure to stay tuned for more HANABIE. news coming soon.

Weathers Release "Happy Pillz (Higher Dose)" via Big Machine Rock

June 28, 2026

Alt-rock powerhouse Weathers has today released "Happy Pillz (Higher Dose)", a fresh reimagining of the band's fan-favorite track "Happy Pills" via their new label home, Big Machine Rock. Speaking about the release, the band shared:

“'Happy Pills' is already familiar to our fans, but this new version breathes life into something beloved for some time. It has the new sound of who we are today while sticking to the roots of what we know our fans love. We didn’t want to change much but wanted them to hear what it would sound like re-recorded today. We hope it gives our dedicated fans a second dose of the same energy with a new high that has no come down. We feel like it signifies a new life for the song. As if it was given a second chance to do it all over again.”

Stream "Happy Pillz (Higher Dose)" at the link here, watch the official video below, and be sure to stay tuned for more Weathers news coming soon.

ABOUT WEATHERS

Hollow Pact Announce Signing With Sumerian Records Unleash New Single And Official Music Video "Tear"

June 25, 2026

Rising hard rock outfit Hollow Pact have today announced their signing with new label home, Sumerian Records. In celebration of the news, the band, fronted by Jager Henry, grandson of Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham, has released their new single and its official music video today. Speaking about signing with Sumerian, Henry shared:

"This new chapter is truly a dream come true. To be signed to a label I looked up to and I also looked up to the artists on it. Im excited for this journey and it’s up to the world now. Welcome to the Pact."

When asked about the inspiration behind "Tear", the band commented:

"'Tear’ lives in the space between comfort and collapse - a broken reflection of attachment, erosion, and the weight of holding on to something for too long."In other words everything you don’t need but crave."

Fans will also have their chance to see the band hit the road with Royale Lynn in August, and perform alongside Of Mice & Men from November 19 through November 21. Stream "Tear" at the link here, watch the music video below, and stay tuned for more Hollow Pact news coming very soon.

Tour Dates with Royale Lynn:

8/29 Albuquerque, NM

8/30 Phoeinix, AZ

9/3 Henderson NV

9/5 Denver, CO

Tour Dates with Of Mice & Men:

11/19 Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory

11/20 San Diego, CA @ House of Blues

11/21 Sacramento, CA @ Ace of Spades

Ryan Perdz Drops New Track "Time to Pretend" via Big Machine Rock

June 13, 2026

Buffalo, New York singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ryan Perdz has released his fan-favorite, fresh reimagination of "Time to Pretend". Prior to today, Perdz released tracks "Sour" and most recently, the emotionally compelling "Heavy Eyes" along with the announcement of his debut album 'Can't Cry', set for release on August 14 via Big Machine Rock. Speaking about "Time to Pretend", Perdz commented:

“'Time to Pretend' is the first cover I’ve ever released. I wanted to record something that I could change the genre and really make my own. The lyrics are so raw and I felt like heavy distortion and new guitar riffs would transform the song into something new. The angsty lyrics paired up with heavy guitars turn the song into a new rock fueled anthem.”

Fans have their chance to see Perdz on his Summer 2026 tour going on now and wrapping on Friday, June 19 in Chicago, Illinois(tickets available at the link here). Stream "Time to Pretend" below and pre-save 'Can't Cry' here.

Upcoming Tour Dates:

6/12 Syracuse, NY - Gorham Brothers Music

6/13 Buffalo, NY - Revolver Records

6/14 Detroit, MI - Rock & Brews

6/17 Madison, WI - High Noon Saloon

6/18 St Louis, MO - Blueberry Hill

6/19 Chicago, IL - Taste of Randolph

ABOUT RYAN PERDZ

As he prepares to unveil his debut album, Ryan Perdz stands positioned at the forefront of a new generation of rock artists shaped by both digital culture and classic influences.

Gideon Releases New EP '4x4' and "YEEHAW" Official Visualizer via Sumerian Records

June 12, 2026

Tuscaloosa, Alabama quartet Gideon have dropped their new EP '4x4' and the official visualizer for "YEEHAW" via Sumerian Records. Leading up to the EP's release, the band shared "'Til The Wheels Fall Off", "Wrong One" and the EP title track "4x4".

"We’re happy to finally present to you all, the '4x4' EP in its entirety! Shout out to Randy Lebouef and Ryan Leitru for helping us bring the vision to life, and we hope you all enjoy it as much as we enjoyed making it!"

Fans down under will have their chance to giddy-up starting Friday, September 4 in Brisbane, Australia when Gideon hits the road with Bury Tomorrow and Headwreck, followed by dates in Osaka and Tokyo, Japan, with Bury Tomorrow on Monday, September 14 and Wednesday, September 16, respectively. Afterward, the band will be performing at this year's Aftershock on Saturday, October 3 in Sacramento, California. For ticket information, please click here.

AU Tour Dates with Bury Tomorrow and Headwreck

Fri Sep 4 - Brisbane @ The Tivoli

Sat Sep 5 - Newcastle @ King St Bandroom

Sun Sep 6 - Sydney @ Metro Theatre

Wed Sep 9 - Melbourne @ Northcote Theatre

Thu Sep 10 - Adelaide @ The Gov

Fri Sep 11 - Perth @ Magnet House

Japan Tour Dates with Bury Tomorrow:

Mon Sep 14 - Osaka @ Yogibo Meta Valley

Wed Sep 16 - Tokyo @ Reny Alpha

Aftershock 2026

Sat Oct 3 - Sacramento, CA @ Discovery Park

Fallweather Announce 'Because You Were There' Album Set For August 19 Release via Papercut Recordings & Drop "Mourn" Track and Official Video

June 11, 2026

Melbourne, Australia post-hardcore quartet Fallweather have announced their debut album 'Because You Were There', out Wednesday, August 19 via their new label home, Papercut Recordings. The band has also dropped their new single "Mourn" and the official music video. When asked about the inspiration behind the track, vocalist Cullen Forbes shared:

“After the last few years of chronic illnesses and health struggles, "Mourn" is about how I've forgotten how I used to feel before, and I’m tired of feeling like I’m falling apart.”

Fallweather will also soon be hitting the road across Australia with Hail The Sun and Reliqa, starting Thursday, June 25, in Brisbaneand ending on Tuesday, June 30, in Perth. Pre-order 'Because You Were There' at the link here, stream "Mourn" here and watch the official music video below.

Upcoming Tour Dates with Hail The Sun & Reliqa:

Thu June 25 - Brisbane @ Crowbar

Fri June 26 - Sydney @ Crowbar

Sat June 27 - Melbourne @ Howler

Sun June 28 - Adelaide @ Lion Arts Factory

Tue June 30 - Perth @ Rosemount Hotel

156/Silence Announce US Headliner 'From A Distance Tour' with Aviana, Heavensgate and Fromjoy

June 9, 2026

Atmospheric metalcore powerhouse 156/Silence have announced their Fall US headliner 'From A Distance Tour' with Aviana, Heavensgate and Fromjoy as support. The headlining run launches Wednesday, September 9, in Worcester, Massachusetts, and wraps in the band's hometown of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, October 3. The 'From A Distance Tour' coincides with the release of the band's forthcoming new album 'From A Distance' out Friday, September 4 via Pure Noise Records, available for pre-order now at the link here. Tickets go on sale this Friday, June 12, at 10 a.m. local time, so be sure to get yours here and stay tuned for more 156/Silence news coming very soon.

Upcoming 156/Silence Headlining One-Off Dates with Coldstate:

Thu, Aug 20 - Barrie, ON @ The Queens Night Club

Fri, Aug 21 - Syracuse, NY @ Song & Dance

Sat, Aug 22 - Albany, NY @ Empire Underground

'From A Distance Tour' US Headlining Dates with Aviana, Heavensgate & Fromjoy:

Wed Sep 9 - Worcester, MA @ Palladium Upstairs

Thur Sep 10 - Brooklyn, NY @ The Meadows

Fri Sep 11 - Philadelphia, PA @ The Foundry @ The Fillmore

Sat Sep 12 - Baltimore, MD @ Soundstage

Sun Sep 13 - Richmond, VA @ Canal Club

Tue Sep 15 - Durham, NC @ Motorco Music Hall

Wed Sep 16 - Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West

Thur Sep 17 - Winter Park, FL @ The Conduit

Fri Sep 18 - Jacksonville, FL @ Albatross

Sat Sep 19 - Greenville, SC @ Radio Room

Tue Sep 22 - Dallas, TX @ Puzzles Deep Ellum

Wed Sep 23 - San Antonio, TX @ The Rock Box

Fri Sep 25 - Mesa, AZ @ Rosetta Room

Sat Sep 26 - Anaheim, CA @ Parish @ HOB

Sun Sep 27 - Sacramento, CA @ Goldfield Trading Post

Wed Sep 30 - Kansas City, MO @ RecordBar

Fri Oct 02 - Detroit, MI @ TSDMAAC (Sanctuary)

Sat Oct 03 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving

Other Upcoming 156/Silence Tour Dates:

Inkcarceration Festival 2026

Jul 18 — Mansfield, OH — Ohio State Reformatory

It's Not You, It's Me Tour Dates with Chiodos, sace6 & Calva Louise

Thu, Jul 30 - Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium

Sat, Aug 1 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Rockwell @ The Complex

Mon, Aug 3 - Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory

Wed, Aug 5 - Bend, OR @ Midtown Ballroom

Thu, Aug 6 - Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory

Fri, Aug 7 - Vancouver, BC @ The Commodore

Sun, Aug 9 - Calgary, AB @ The Palace Theatre

Mon, Aug 10 - Edmonton, AB @ Union Hall

Tue, Aug 11 - Saskatoon, SK @ Louis

Wed, Aug 12 - Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre

Fri, Aug 14 - St. Paul, MN @ Myth Live

Sat, Aug 15 - Green Bay, WI @ Epic Event Center

Sun, Aug 16 - Chicago, IL @ House of Blues

Mon, Aug 17 - Chicago, IL @ House of Blues

Wed, Aug 19 - Toronto, ON @ The Concert Hall

Sun, Aug 23 - Portland, ME @ State Theater

Tue, Aug 25 - Providence, RI @ Fete Ballroom

Wed, Aug 26 - Huntington, NY @ The Paramount

Fri, Aug 28 - Asheville, NC @ The Orange Peel

Sat, Aug 29 - Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl

Louder Than Life Festival 2026

Sep 20 — Louisville, KY — Kentucky Expo Center

Wes Parker Releases Debut Album 'Super Rare' And Shares "Dinosaur Park" Official Video via Big Machine Rock

June 6, 2026

Rising alt-rock artist Wes Parker has today released his eagerly anticipated debut album 'Super Rare' via Big Machine Rock. In celebration of the release, Parker dropped the gorgeously cinematic official music video for his haunting single, "Dinosaur Park". Leading up to today, he released tracks "Bad Doggie" and most recently, "Little Birdie", along with their respective visual accompaniments. Speaking about "Dinosaur Park", Parker shared:

“‘Dinosaur Park’ is a song inspired by the 2009 disappearance and likely murder of Susan Powell in Utah. I’m not usually a true crime person, but hearing her story deeply affected me and left me heartbroken for her and her family. This manifested through a dark but propulsive track with haunting guitar riffs and a sort of uneasy undercurrent that feels somewhere in the world of Radiohead sonically. "Mommy stayed the night where the crystals grow" is a lyric that was a direct quote from one of her late children (at the time 4 years old) when asked where their mother was the night of her disappearance.”

'Super Rare' is available now on all streaming platforms at the link here. Watch the official music video for "Dinosaur Park" below.

After wrapping up his Spring headlining tour across North America, Parker is now on the road with indie-folk powerhouse Shakey Graves. Fans will also have their chance to see him at this year's All Things Go Fest in Washington, D.C., spanning the weekend of Friday, September 25 through Sunday, September 27, alongside alternative and indie rock juggernauts including Mitski, Hayley Williams, Brandi Carlile, and many more. Ticket information is available at the link here, and be sure to stay tuned for more Wes Parker news coming soon.

Upcoming Wes Parker Tour Dates:

Jun 5: Kansas City, MO @ The Truman^

Jun 6: Rockford, IL @ Coronado Performing Arts Center^

Jun 8: Pittsburgh, PA @ Roxian Theatre^

Jun 10: King of Prussia, PA @ Concerts Under the Stars^

Jun 12: Richmond, VA @ The Camel*

All Things Go Fest:

Sep 25 - Columbia, MD @ Merriweather Post Pavilion

^ Supporting Shakey Graves

* Album Release Show

asthelifeleavesyoureyes Release Deluxe Version Of 'You Left A Sinner, Covered In The Blood' via Papercut Recordings

May 28, 2026

Hailing from Portland, Oregon, metalcore quintet asthelifeleavesyoureyes has released the deluxe version of their EP 'You Left A Sinner, Covered In The Blood' and new single "Weight Of War" (via Papercut Recordings). Speaking about the release, the band commented:

"Love yourself and those around you. Having people believe in what we’re doing enough to help push it further means everything. We’re beyond excited to finally release the deluxe version of ‘You Left A Sinner, Covered In The Blood’ and give these songs the life they deserve with Papercut."

The band will also be hitting the road for a handful of dates beginning Friday, June 12, with Fr3ak and Blind Equation. 'You Left A Sinner, Covered In The Blood' (Deluxe) is available now on all streaming platforms at the link here.

Upcoming asthelifeleavesyoureyes Tour Dates:

June 12 - Portland, OR

June 14 - Seattle, WA

June 15 - Boise, ID

June 16 - Spokane, WA*

*No Blind Equation

Gideon Drops New Single "4x4" and Official Music Video via Sumerian Records

May 20, 2026

Tuscaloosa, Alabama quartet Gideon have today released their new track "4x4" and the official music video via Sumerian Records. Prior to today, the band shared their rager "Wrong One" which has amassed over 1 million streams on Spotify alone and over 727k views on YouTube. After tearing up Welcome To Rockville and Sonic Temple last weekend, fans also have their chance to see the band on the Let It Rip North American Tour going on now with Alpha Wolf, Mugshot, and Resolve, followed by a performance at Aftershock 2026 in October. Stream "4x4" at the link here, watch the official music video below, and be sure to watch this space for more Gideon news coming very soon.

Let It Rip Tour Dates with Alpha Wolf, Mugshot & Resolve

Wed May 20 - Albany, NY @ Empire Live

Thur May 21 - Québec, QC @ La Source de la Martinière

Sat May 23 - Ottawa, ON @ Overflow Brewing Company

Sun May 24 - London, ON @ Rum Runners

Tue May 26 - Grand Rapids, MI @ Elevation

Wed May 27 - Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave / Eagles Club

Fri May 29 - Des Moines, IA @ Wooly's

Sat May 30 - Omaha, NE @ The Waiting Room Lounge

Sun May 31 - Lawrence, KS @ Bottleneck

Tue Jun 2 - Fort Collins, CO @ Aggie Theatre

Wed Jun 3 - Colorado Springs, CO @ Black Sheep

Fri Jun 5 - Las Vegas, NV @ AREA15

Sat Jun 6 - Pomona, CA @ The Glass House

Aftershock 2026

Sat Oct 3 - Sacramento, CA @ Discovery Park

Ryan Perdz Announces New Album 'Can't Cry' Out August 14 via Big Machine Rock

May 16, 2026

Buffalo, NY singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ryan Perdz has announced his debut album 'Can't Cry', set for release on August 14 (via Big Machine Rock). In celebration of the news, Perdz has released his poignant new single "Heavy Eyes" taken from the forthcoming full-length, along with the heartbreaking official music video. Speaking about the album announcement, he commented:

“'Can’t Cry' is my take on modern rock. All my inspirations in one. The lyrics on this album I hold close and I feel like it tells a story many people can relate to today, helping those who struggle in silence not feel so alone. This is my first full album and this release is really important to me. It was an amazing experience writing and recording it and I’m so excited to perform these songs live for people.”

When asked about "Heavy Eyes", Perdz shared:

“The inspiration behind “Heavy Eyes” is the struggle of losing someone and the weight it holds in your life. “Heavy Eyes” has a distinct sound of soft verses and powerful, anthemic choruses; it's a track that I believe will really help people who struggle with mental health. My lyrics will speak to the people who sometimes can’t speak for themselves.”

Pre-save 'Can't Cry' at the link here, stream "Heavy Eyes" here, and watch the official music video below.

Fans will soon have their chance to see Ryan Perdz hit the stage beginning Thursday, June 11 at Toronto, Ontario's NXNE Fest, followed by a headlining run kicking off the following day in Syracuse, New York. For ticket information, please click here.

Upcoming Tour Dates:

6/11 Toronto, ON - NXNE Fest @ The Dance Cave

6/12 Syracuse, NY - Gorham Brothers Music

6/13 Buffalo, NY - Revolver Records

6/14 Detroit, MI - El Club

6/17 Madison, WI - High Noon Saloon

6/18 St Louis, MO - Blueberry Hill

6/19 Chicago, IL - Taste of Randolph

ABOUT RYAN PERDZ

As he prepares to unveil his debut album, Ryan Perdz stands positioned at the forefront of a new generation of rock artists shaped by both digital culture and classic influences.

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