Out Today from BLAZONER

Blazoner’s new covers EP Sonic Chambers began almost by accident. The trio of Andy Murray, Brian Carnes, and Stephen Sullivan walked into the studio intending to track a couple of songs purely for fun. They had been slipping covers into their live sets for a while, choosing favorites from across the spectrum of heavy rock, classic rock, prog, and anything else that spoke to them. Once they finished the first two recordings, the energy in the room made it clear that stopping there would have been impossible. They returned to the studio and finished what became a five song EP that highlights the full range of the group’s influences while still sounding unmistakably like Blazoner.

When the band stepped back and listened to everything in sequence, Sonic Chambers revealed itself as more than a quick studio experiment. It became a snapshot of the music that shaped them, filtered through the loud, intense, harmony driven identity they have built together. They had not planned to make an EP, but the excitement of the process carried them forward. Sonic Chambers stands as a celebration of influence, instinct, and the simple joy of creating something that feels alive.

About BLAZONER:

BLAZONER is a heavy rock power trio from Fredericksburg, Virginia, built on the belief that loud music should feel both massive and melodic. The band leans into thick, saturated riffs, driving rhythms, and vocal harmonies that hit as hard as the instruments behind them. Their sound blends the grit of stoner rock, the pulse of classic heavy rock, and the swirling textures of psychedelia, creating a style that feels raw, hook driven, and unmistakably their own.

Formed by Andy Murray, Brian Carnes, and Stephen Sullivan, BLAZONER is powered by the natural chemistry the three share when they play together. Every member sings, which gives the band a vocal identity rarely found in heavy music. Whether delivering gritty leads or layered harmonies, the voices of all three members work together to add color and emotion to the band’s thick wall of sound. The result is a blend of heaviness and melody that stands out both live and on record.

BLAZONER came out of the gate with a commitment to playing hard, writing often, and letting instinct lead the way. Since releasing their first music in 2023, the band has grown quickly through high energy performances that showcase their volume, intensity, and connection as performers. Crowds respond not only to the weight of the riffs and the immediacy of the songs, but also to the sense that the band is having as much fun onstage as anyone in the room.

Their music reflects a wide range of influences, yet everything is filtered through the same core approach. Play loud, play with purpose, and make songs that feel alive. Whether crafting originals or reimagining the tracks that shaped them, BLAZONER focuses on movement, emotion, and the thrill of a great groove hitting at full power.

BLAZONER continues to evolve as they write, record, and perform, always pushing toward a heavier, tighter, more expressive version of their sound. For the band, heavy music is more than a style. It is energy, teamwork, and a constant exploration of what three people can create when they trust every instinct and hold nothing back.

BLAZONER Is:

Andy Murray — drums and vocals
Brian Carnes — bass and vocals
Stephen Sullivan — guitar and vocals

Connect with BLAZONER:

Bandcamp: https://blazoner.bandcamp.com/album/escape-to-electric-land
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1VxuvmkoQn/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blazonerband?igsh=MTNqMGplYXh2NHlrNA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@blazoner?si=a5PLZSKRjAmk4vB0
Spotify: https://spotify.link/Z17LAAz7KXb
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/blazoner/1709365327

Guilt Trip Drop 3-Track "God Forgives" EP Today + Share Video for "Dirt" + "Angel Eyes"

Manchester, UK-based five-piece GUILT TRIP  Jay Valentine [vocals], Jak Maden [guitar], Sam Baker [guitar], Tom Aimson [drums], and Lily Kilcoyne[bass] — are one of the most exciting and fast-rising bands in heavy music. They have surprise-dropped the three-song EP, God Forgives, today, February 11. Listen and get it here.

It includes two new tracks — "Dirt" (which premiered on Daniel P Carter's Radio 1 Rock show on February 9) and "Angel Eyes" (which premiered via SiriusXM Liquid Metal on February 10) — as well as a new mix of the previously released "Burn."

The band also shared a music video event presented in two parts featuring "Dirt" and "Angel Eyes," which can be viewed below. It's quite a one-two knockout punch. 

"God Forgives is a culmination of progress and the embodiment of Guilt Trip's identity, whilst consciously trying to build on the style and songwriting onSeverance we are yet embracing and moving with the sound we achieved on that record," says Valentine. "The songs were written with one thing in mind: 'Make it better' and we hope we have hit the mark for every Guilt Trip fan out there."

Regarding the accompanying video, he says, "It was birthed by a mix of transitioning lyrical themes into visuals and original ideas that we felt best represented the subject matter metaphorically. We wanted to show something other than just a live performance — a story that could entertain while relating to the music and still convey a message but be open enough for the watcher to make their own interpretations."

The EP highlights the band's gritty and groove-laden metallic hardcore style — and is just a taste of what's to come for the band's forthcoming full-length.

Guilt Trip, who announced their signing to Roadrunner Records last year, will also embark on a co-headline U.S. tour with Malevolence that runs through April. All dates are below. Get tickets here

GUILT TRIP ON TOUR:
EUROPE:

3/17 — WOLF Barcelona — Barcelona ESP
3/18 — ReviLive — Madrid, ESP
3/19 — Urban Rock Concept — Vitoria-Gasteiz, ESP
3/21 — Coliseum — A Coruna, ESP
3/22 — RCA Club — Lisboa, POR
5/23 — Slam Dunk — Hatfield, ENG
5/24 — Slam Dunk — Leeds, ENG
6/19 — Grasspop Metal Meeting — Dessel, BEL
8/21 — V and B Fest — Chateau Gontier Sur Mayenne, FRA
  
WITH MALEVOLENCE:
3/31 — Detroit, MI — The Shelter
4/2 — Buffalo, NY — Rec Room
4/3 — Montreal, QC — Fairmount Theatre
4/4 — Toronto, ON — Hard Luck Bar
4/7 — Worcester, MA — Palladium Upstairs
4/8 — Brooklyn, NY — Meadows
4/9 — Baltimore, MD — Metro Gallery
4/10 — Philadelphia, PA — Ukie Club
4/11 — Pittsburgh, PA — Preserving
4/13 — Nashville, TN — The Mil
4/14 — Atlanta, GA — Masquerade
4/16 — Houston, TX — Secret Group
4/17 — San Antonio, TX — The Rock Box
4/18 — Dallas, TX — Puzzles Deep Ellum
4/20 — Denver, CO — Marquis
4/22 — Minneapolis, MN — Amsterdam Bar
4/23 — Milwaukee, WI — X-Ray Arcade

SUMMER U.S.:
7/16 — Rock Fest — Cadott, WI
7/18 — Inkcarceration — Mansfield, OH

ABOUT GUILT TRIP:
Historically, Manchester, UK breeds a certain toughness. As a pillar of the 19th century Industrial Revolution in Northern England, factories and warehouses line much of the city's rain-baptized topography. A hardworking lot who shoot straight without apology, its denizens traditionally take an incredible amount of pride in where they come from. Embodying the grit and gusto of Manchester, Guilt Trip bring a blast of homegrown intensity to their hybrid of hardcore and metal. The five piece slides striking melodies in between throat-slitting thrashy riffs and earth-splitting breakdowns. 

Amassing tens of millions of streams and playing to packed crowds, they’re primed to amplify this hometown energy and pride on a global scale with a series of 2025 singles and their forthcoming debut LP for Roadrunner Records. More information about the new album will be released in due course.

Guilt Trip started to forge a seething signature style without comparison back in 2015. Jay and Jak cemented a lifelong bond as best friends at four-years-old when they met at reception in school. Over the years, the duo introduced one another to various favorite bands. Eventually, they welcomed fellow Manchester scene friends Tom, Sam, and Lily to the fold. To get to this point, the collective grinded the old-fashioned way one gig at a time, bulldozing their way out of sweaty basements and onto cramped club stages. They dropped the Unrelenting Force EP during 2016 followed by their 2019 full-length debut, River of Lies. The latter spawned "Thin Ice," which reeled in 7.1 million Spotify streams and counting. 2023's Severance marked a turning point. It boasted popular collaborations with LANDMVRKS and Malevolence, while KERRANG! hailed their "unique brand of hardcore that sees them delve into elements of thrash, old-school hardcore and fist-pumping metal." Beyond sharing the stage with everyone from Sylosis to While She Sleeps, they lit up festivals, including Download, Hellfest, and more. Attracting Roadrunner Records to their corner, the musicians decamped to StudioOWZ in Clarbeston, Wales with producer and engineer Adam "Nolly" Getgood [Periphery] during early 2025.

HANABIE. Release New EP 'HOT TOPIC' via Sony Music Japan

It's a great day to be a HANABIE. fan! The rising Harajuku-core quartet have today released their latest EP 'HOT TOPIC' (via Sony Music Japan), the band's latest body of new music since 2024's 'Bucchigiri Tokyo' EP. When asked about the release, vocalist Yukina commented:

"We’ve put together another EP packed with a wide variety of songs this time around. With our new tracks “ICONIC” and “Tokimeki about you” I’d love it if everyone sang along and jumped around during the chorus—I can already picture the scene in my head! I can’t wait to perform these live at our shows. “GIRL’S TALK” is a song that captures who we are right now, just as we are. “Spicy Queen”looks back to our early days and reflects that original spirit. Both of these have already been released as singles, but they’re absolutely essential in bringing color and balance to 'HOT TOPIC'. As has become something of a tradition for us, we let ourselves go all out with one playful track on an album or EP—this time, it’s “Theme of hanabienchan”. I’d love to see the confused looks on everyone’s faces when this song comes on after listening to the other four tracks! Please enjoy this EP to the fullest."

Guitarist and vocalist Matsuri shared:

"An EP perfectly suited to kick off 2026 is finally complete! This EP includes three new tracks. “ICONIC” and “Tokimeki about you” are punchy tracks that is simple x electronic with playful elements. By embracing a side that is different from usual, we feel that a new side of HANABIE. was born. “Spicy Queen” bursts with initial full-throttle impulse. “GIRL’S TALK” is a glamorous, danceable track. Closing out 'HOT TOPIC' is “Theme of hanabienchan”. This EP delivers many different expressions of HANABIE., so please enjoy listening to it from start to finish!"

Bassist Hettsu added:

"The new EP 'HOT TOPIC' features 5 tracks—3 brand‑new songs plus the already released “GIRL’S TALK” and “Spicy Queen”. Among the new songs "ICONIC" and “Tokimeki about you", we challenged ourselves with song structures and genres unlike anything we've done before. “Tokimeki about you” is our first-ever straightforward love song as HANABIE., and a key feature is the groovy sound of the instrumental section. It's a track that we feel is great to move along to, so we hope everyone who comes to our live shows will enjoy it ♪ The fifth track, “Theme of hanabienchan.”, is the theme song for HANABIE.’s unofficial character, “Hanabienchan”. As our wild-card track that is in every EP or album, it finally makes its appearance here! There might just be a second installment if there is a good response...?? With our 10th-anniversary track "Spicy Queen", a more mature side of HANABIE. in "GIRL'S TALK", and three brand-new tracks with fresh styles, we feel this EP displays a new side of HANABIE."

HANABIE. drummer Chika also shared:

"Three out of the five tracks on this EP are brand-new! The third track, “Tokimeki about you”, is my personal favorite as the drummer. I focused on creating contrast and dynamics in the drum arrangement. I especially love the moment in the first chorus where the cymbals drop out, and the strength of the rhythm section throughout the song. The fifth track is a special one—I think it will get stuck in your head once you hear it. The first track “ICONIC” also has a music video, so be sure to check that out as well. Please also notice how there is a difference on the girl’s face between the left and right sides. We put a lot of effort into all aspects of this EP, from the songs to the cover art!"

North American fans will also have their chance to see the band's high-energy, inimitable live show on their first North American headliner beginning Friday, March 13 with Nekrogoblikon and Enterprise Earth as support. 'HOT TOPIC' is available now on all streaming platforms at the link here, and be sure to get your tickets here before they're all gone.

HANABIE. 2026 North American Headliner with Nekrogoblikon + Enterprise Earth

Fri Mar 13 - Boston, MA - Big Night Live

Sat Mar 14 - Brooklyn, NY - Brooklyn Bowl

Sun Mar 15 - Silver Spring, MD - The Fillmore Silver Spring

Tue Mar 17 - Montreal, QC - Théâtre Beanfield

Wed Mar 18 - Toronto, ON - The Danforth Music Hall

Fri Mar 20 - Pittsburgh, PA - Roxian Theatre Presented by Citizens

Sat Mar 21 - Philadelphia, PA - Theatre of Living Arts

Mon Mar 23 - Raleigh, NC - The Ritz

Tue Mar 24 - Atlanta, GA - Buckhead Theatre

Wed Mar 25 - Orlando, FL - House of Blues Orlando*

Fri Mar 27 - Cleveland, OH - House of Blues Cleveland

Sun Mar 29 - Detroit, MI - Saint Andrew's Hall

Mon Mar 30 - Chicago, IL - House of Blues Chicago

Wed Apr 01 - Minneapolis, MN - The Fillmore Minneapolis

Fri Apr 03 - Dallas, TX - House of Blues Dallas

Sat Apr 04 - Houston, TX - House of Blues Houston

Mon Apr 06 - Austin, TX - Emo's Austin

Tue Apr 07 - Phoenix, AZ - The Van Buren

Thu Apr 09 - San Diego, CA - House of Blues San Diego

Fri Apr 10 - San Francisco, CA - August Hall

Sat Apr 11 - Los Angeles, CA - The Belasco

*No Nekrogoblikon

ABOUT HANABIE.:

HANABIE. is a Tokyo-based all-girl rock band that has been making waves since 2015, when YUKINAMATSURI, 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 10 million views on YouTube and 5.3 million views on TikTok.

In December 2024, HANABIE. released their EP, Bucchigiri Tokyo, further showcasing their dynamic range and signature style. Next, the band will release their latest EP, HOT TOPIC, 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. The quartet will soon bring the heat on their first North American headliner beginning mid-March 2026. With a rapidly growing international following, HANABIE. is actively expanding their presence and making a bold statement on the global stage.


HANABIE. is:

Yukina

Matsuri

Hettsu

Chika

The Band Light Returns with Cinematic New Song "Worlds" and Four-Track EP

Rising pop-rock group The Band Light continues to build momentum with their new single “Worlds,” out today, January 23, on Red Van Records. The track marks the band’s first release of the new year and signals a deeper, more atmospheric turn in their evolving cool, immersive and emotionally charged sound. Listen to the song below.
 
Written by Konnor Dolberry, Trevor Young, Garrett Goodrich and Jack Glenn, “Worlds” focuses on the gradual shift that happens when two people are no longer on the same page. With cosmic imagery, the song captures distance forming without fully letting go.
 
Working with legendary producer John Fields, “Worlds” is built on moody textures, restrained intensity and a slow-burning chorus that captures the push and pull of a relationship drifting out of sync.
 
“‘Worlds’ is about realizing you’re orbiting the same person, but no longer landing in the same place,” shares the band. “It’s that moment where you’re fighting the silence, fighting the distance and wondering if coming back down is even possible.”
 
The song is also the title track for their new EP, also available today, and includes the recently released songs “All I Need,” “Dreamboat” and “Turning Red.” The Band Light continues to sharpen its identity as storytellers. Known for blending emotional depth with modern pop-rock sensibilities, the band has already surpassed one million streams on independently released music and toured nationally, opening for Quarters of Change and New Hope Club.
 
With its cinematic scope and visual-forward storytelling, “Worlds” positions The Band Light as a group unafraid to lean into vulnerability while expanding their sonic universe – one emotional orbit at a time.
 
“Worlds,” the song and EP are available on all digital platforms now.

The Mendenhall Experiment Release New EP 'Chasing Ghosts' ​   

From Southern California skies, The Mendenhall Experiment unleashes their new Chasing Ghosts EP — seven visceral tracks forged in fire, grit, and heart. Founded by Brandon Mendenhall, a guitarist born with cerebral palsy who refused every “you can’t,” this band transforms limitation into raw power. Joined by Nathan Stockton (legally blind & deaf) and a full-tilt lineup, they harness metal’s roar to shatter stereotypes and raise disability awareness. This EP is music for the bold, for the outsiders, for anyone daring to seize the day. The EP released today via Lucent Records distributed by Tuff Gong International.

 

Produced by acclaimed producer Chris Collier (Korn, Prong, Metal Church) and executive produced by Brandon Mendenhall and The Mendenhall Experiment, Chasing Ghosts delivers the band’s signature blend of crushing riffs, soaring melodies, and authentic emotion. 

 

“'Chasing Ghosts' is a collection of singles from our first two Ep’s 2017’s 'The Mendenhall Experiment' (self titled) and 2022’s 'Against All Odds'. We wanted to put all these songs together on a proper release, so that the fans can find these jams in one place and take them home. Some are deep cuts, some are brand new never before heard, some are fan favorites. In short, 'Chasing Ghosts' takes you on the journey that is The Mendenhall Experiment, Past, Present, and even a glimpse into the Future,” shares Brandon Mendenhall.

 

The band received another Danny Award from Daniel’s Music Foundation for the 6th Annual Danny Awards in NYC on October 25th 2025. 

 

Chasing Ghosts is avialable now on all major streaming platforms.

Formed in 2008 and based in Southern California, The Mendenhall Experiment (TMX)was born as Brandon Mendenhall’s own personal aspiration to be in a world-famous band while working within the limitations of Cerebral Palsy, knowing full well that the cards were stacked against finding musicians willing to work with him. Born with Cerebral Palsy, an incurable neurological disorder affecting movement, coordination and, balance; Brandon faces numerous challenges. With limited movement on his left side and zero mobility in his left hand, the odds were stacked against him from birth. However, inspired by acts such as Korn and Pantera, Brandon taught himself how to play guitar at the age of 19, rehabilitating his left hand without surgical intervention. 

 

The Mendenhall Experiment has been regularly performing on the infamous Sunset Strip in addition to gigs throughout the region opening for the likes of such metal mainstays as John 5, POD, Alien Ant Farm, Kill Devil Hill, Fear Factory, Prong, Flaw, Metal Allegiance, Smile Empty Soul, Cold, and more. In 2022 TMX received an award from Daniel’s Music Foundation in recognition of their continuing efforts to raise disability awareness in the music industry and performed to a sold-out audience at the award ceremony which took place at the Symphony Space Performing Arts Center on Broadway in New York City. In 2023 TMX signed with Satellite Touring and embarked on five national tours alongside artists such as Influence, Scream At The Sky and Andrew W. Boss

The Mendenhall Experiment is currently sponsored by Monster Energy, Ibanez Guitars, EMG Pickups, EVH Amplifiers, Evertune Bridges, and InTune Guitar Picks.

 

The Mendenhall Experiment is:
Brandon Mendenhall - Rhythm Guitarist
Mario Valadez - Vocalist
Nathan Stockton - Bassist
Cameron B. Casey - Percussionist

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Lowsunday releases 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine - White EP', first record of all-new material in 25 years

Projekt Records artist Lowsunday emerges with their first record comprised of all-new material since 1999, bridging three decades of distinct sonic legacy. The 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine - White EP' delves into emotional isolation, this music laced with a counterbalance of escapism, dreamlike sounds, drones and feedback, with carefully-placed classic song structures with melodic hooks. This is the first of a two-EP series being released via Projekt.

Based in Pittsburgh, Lowsunday is now a duo made up of Shane Sahene (vocals, guitar, synth, bass, drums) and Bobby Spell (bass, guitar, drums), this EP serving as both a reflection and a resurgence. The band also presents their new video for 'Love Language'. 

Blurring the lines between post-punk, shoegaze, dreampop, and darkwave since 1994, Lowsunday brings something new to the music scene, treading sonic waters with screeching guitars and layer upon layer of arsenic-laced melodies, crowned with bittersweet and emotive vocals. From quiet intensity to sweeping sonic landscapes, Lowsunday makes a welcome return with their retro-futurist daydream.

The 'White EP' demonstrates a connection to the band’s history while showcasing a natural expansion that builds upon guitar-driven atmospheres, synth textures, emotive vocals and stripped down drum beats. A confident return to form that explores darker yet more expansive sonic territory, at times, they push atmospheres to the limits of noise and, at more delicate moments, into a dream pop air of deeper melancholia.

Sahene and Spell distill years of sonic exploration and inspiration into this release. Lyrically and sonically, these songs use classic post-punk rhythms and atmospheric layers to express simple, fundamental emotion.

This five-track EP arrives on the trail of the extended 30th anniversary remaster of their debut album 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine' a 2-CD feast recorded at the height of their ascent. The original nine tracks are complemented by a second disc with seven unreleased tracks, remixes and reinterpretations. Projekt also released the 25th anniversary remaster of their sophomore album 'Elesgiem' in 2024.

The 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine - White EP' is out now digitally everywhere, including SpotifyApple Music and Bandcamp, and as a five-song vinyl release, limited to 200 copies. The 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine' reissue and Lowsunday's limited edition 7" of 'Static / Besides' can also be found on these platforms.

CREDITS
Lyrics by Shane Sahene
Music written by Shane Sahene & Bobby Spell
Shane Sahene: vocals, guitar, synth, bass, drums
Bobby Spell: bass, guitar, drums
Mastered by Bobby Spell & Shane Sahene
Album artwork by Shane Sahene
Layout by Shane Sahene
UPC 617026237121
Catalog # PJA-EE-371
2025 band photos by Christina Sahene
Video by Jer Herring
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR 


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Teen Metal Band Chained Saint Live Drop "Live at the Whisky A Go Go" EP

Teen metal band CHAINED SAINT — comprised of Ethan Kahn (guitar), Sebastian De Avila (bass), Cameron Cottrell (drums) and Sean Sterling (vocals) — were one of the most surprising musical discoveries of 2024 and their growth spurt further intensified in 2025. 

 Revolver, Guitar World, Loudwire, Metal Injection, Miami New Times, and Judas Priest legend Rob Halford all praised the band for their chops. SiriusXM's Liquid Metal added the band to their playlist, and their debut single "Animosity" served as the theme song for the WWE 2K24 DLC 4 trailer. Ahead of their first tour in the summer of 2025, Chained Saint shared the brand new single "1000 Tons." Watch the lyric video below:

Chained Saint appeared at several festivals through the rest of the year, including Welcome to Rockville, Rocklahoma, Louder Than Life, and VANS Warped Tour. Weather caused their set at LTL to be canceled, but Slaughter to Prevail personally invited Sterling on stage to perform with them in a moment of metallic magic.

Today, Chained Saint share their Live at the Whisky a Go GO EP, which was recording on August 15 of this year. It marked the band's second performance at the legendary L.A. venue and shows off the kind energy that can only be expended by youth, along with their serious skills.

Watch the full performance here.

Listen to and download the EP here and here.

"We love playing in Los Angeles and love playing at the Whisky a Go Go," the band says. "Besides being an iconic venue, it's intimate, and the energy is great. And there's nothing like playing in front of a packed house. We talked about releasing a live EP between the Blindside album and the new music we're releasing early next year. The August 15 show at the Whisky provided the perfect opportunity to show what it's like to see us live. We were also able to capture the set on video, for all of the people who haven't had the opportunity to see us live yet."

Born in a South Florida garage back in the summer of 2022, Chained Saint's recently released debut album, Blindside (out via independent label Patriark Records) combines the raw, organic riffery of the best old-school '80s thrash metal with a dash of modern-day brutality befitting the many challenges confronting the youth of 2024. The past and present collide, resulting in modern, metallic maelstrom made by a bunch of kids who play with fire in their veins — and their hands! Blindside, produced by William DuVall of Alice In Chains, focuses that fury into a powerfully concise, eight-song LP. The album was recorded and mixed to analog tape with no computers involved whatsoever in the recording sessions. No AI. No studio trickery. No bullshit. Just real riffs made by real players.

Nate Vickers Jumps Headfirst On Brand New EP & Video For Title Track "Don't Look Down"!

Alt rock's breakout act to watch, Nate Vickers, ushers in a new chapter with his brand new EP, "Don't Look Down", out mow via Oxide Records. Embracing a bolder, rock edge, today's release is led by the anthemic title track, "Don't Look Down", and it's brand new music video, watch below.

Channeling the rush and collapse of a love that once felt live-saving, "Don't Look Down" captures the freefall of the aftermath. Anchored by a towering chorus, the EP as whole leans into Nate's heavier rock instincts while still leaving space for his vulnerable, confessional moments at the core of his writing.

To further celebrate the release, Nate Vickers is bringing "Don't Look Down" and the rest of his acclaimed discography to the stage for an intimate run in his home state of Texas. These debut headline dates mark a full circle moment for the Houston-based artist, serving as his first shows since joining Jared Leto and Thirty Seconds To Mars on stage for a one-time performance of "The Kill", a moment sparked by his viral cover. Tickets are available HERE.

Digging into the meaning of "Don't Look Down," Nate Vickers reflects:

"This song comes from the moment you realize love isn't saving you anymore-it's slowly killing you. It's about holding on to someone who keeps letting you fall, and burying the pain until you can't hide it anymore."

Speaking on today's EP release and finally taking these songs on the road, Nate continues:

"‘Don’t Look Down’ is my way of ending the year strong, while also closing this chapter of my career. I’m extremely excited for my debut headlining shows and all the new, heavier music I’ll be dropping in 2026."

With his smash hit "A Little Too Late" cementing Nate Vickers as a breakout voice and his previous single "Parasite" pushing his sound into a darker, more visceral territory, latest singles "Falling Away From Heaven" and "Deja Vu" build on that rising momentum. Seeing Vickersblending gritty guitars with pain and the pursuit of healing, his latest EP, "Don't Look Down" captures an artist unafraid to bare his scars while reaching for something greater.

Inspired by icons such as Linkin Park, Three Days Grace, and Bad Omens, Nate Vickers has crafted a sound that is unmistakably his own, drawing more than 1.5 million followers to his TikTok and 540K to his Instagram. Between viral, late-night covers and playlist-dominating originals, Vickers has also earned his place as a standout favorite on Pandora and Sirius XM's Octane. What began as a spark has now become an alt-rock wildfire.

Be sure to stay tuned for more Nate Vickers news coming soon.

Nate Vickers

2026 Headline Tour

April 24 - Houston, TX - The Bronze Peacock @ House of Blues

May 3 - Dallas, TX - The Cambridge Room @ House of Blues

May 16 - San Antonio, TX - Vibes Underground

Tickets are available HERE.

RUNE Drops "Depth Perception" EP + Shares "Erode" Video

RUNE — formerly known as WHOISRUNE — is a dynamic and talented multi-genre music artist based in Toronto. Her musical journey began at a young age while heavily influenced by early 2000s pop and '90s Trance/EDM. In her early teens, RUNE started making songs to release on YouTube under a different name as a passion project. Determined to pursue her dreams, she officially launched WHOISRUNE in 2019 with her debut track "Adrenaline."

Since then, she has made significant strides in her career with the successful release of an EP and 14 singles — which have accumulated over 8 million total streams!

She drops the DEPTH PERCEPTION EP via new label UNFD.

Listen here

RUNE also shared the video for "Erode."

Watch it Below.

"'Erode' is a dialogue about struggling with your negative inner voice," RUNE explains. "I wanted to describe it almost as a separate entity from yourself, because I feel like when you are struggling with your inner voice, it always feels like an uphill battle. The chorus lyrics 'Take away all the pieces now, It takes a sacrifice, to let it all unfold' describes the way you may feel like you have to give all of your energy to get through, but sometimes things take a sacrifice in order to get better. This means a lot to me in my personal journey of choosing to be a musician, because it's not a straightforward path and we are often our own harshest critics."

She continues, "In the end of the song, I included my first language Hungarian. It's tucked away behind vocal layering, but the lyrics are a back-and-forth of storytelling between the English and Hungarian, which I thought was a cool juxtaposition. When I say 'Your body will fall away' in Hungarian, I am saying (general translation) 'Your heart, your soul, you've left it behind, now it searches for you.' I love the juxtaposition of the softness of my vocals, and the harshness of Mike Parsram on this track. It really feels like you are being tormented by your sleep paralysis demon, or something of the sort."

Regarding the EP, RUNE says, "This release has a little bit of everything, but the final track, 'Depth Perception,' is one that really sums up the whole journey which is why I decided to name the record after it. This EP contains so many different emotions and experiences. A lot of it is written about grief and trying to make the world around you make sense again. But it's also a record about struggling with your inner voice, and other experiences that shape you for who you are. At the end of it all, the world around you is shaped by the way you view it."

RUNE finishes, "Ultimately, these songs are all special to me for one reason or another but I hope those who listen can relate to the songs and the lyrics in their own way, through their own depth perception."

THE HALO EFFECT - unveil final track "Shoreline" (Broder Daniel cover)

The circle is closing. THE HALO EFFECT unveils the fifth and final song from their highly anticipated cover EP We Are Shadows. Each member of the band selected a personal favorite and classic track to reinterpret, and this last choice comes from drummer Daniel Svensson.

Svensson’s pick is a heartfelt tribute to Gothenburg legends Broder Daniel – their 2003 alternative pop anthem 'Shoreline'.

Needless to say, THE HALO EFFECT have made the song entirely their own, delivering a powerful and emotional rendition where frontman Mikael Stanne once again shines, seamlessly blending clean vocals with his unmistakable growls.

Reflecting on his choice, Daniel Svensson comments:
"Broder Daniel were one of the bands that created the Gothenburg indie-pop scene in the late ’90s. There are several parallels to the ‘Gothenburg Sound’ — both scenes were driven by a strong DIY ethos and comradeship while gathering international attention.”

Watch the visualizer for 'Shoreline' Below;

Stream the EP We Are Shadows: https://thehaloeffect.bfan.link/waslp

THE HALO EFFECT  will join German metal outfit HEAVEN SHALL BURN along with The Black Dahlia Murder and Frozen Soul on tour early next year.

THE HALO EFFECT is:
Niclas Engelin | guitar
Jesper Strömblad | guitar
Mikael Stanne | vocals
Peter Iwers | bass
Daniel Svensson | drums

Singer-Songwriter Kaitlin Butts Releases New 'Yeehaw Sessions' EP

Acclaimed Nashville-based singer, songwriter and performer Kaitlin Butts continues a banner year with the release of her highly anticipated new EP, Yeehaw Sessions, available today via Republic Records. The project marks Butts’ first release since signing with the major label, and it captures the Oklahoma native at her most playful, soulful, and self-assured yet. Listen to Yeehaw Sessions HERE

Butts gave fans an early taste of the collection late last month with her reflective and emotionally charged rendition of the Jimmy Eat World classic “The Middle,” which has already earned widespread acclaim. Garden & Gun hailed it as “the cover you didn’t know you needed” while Billboard praised it as “Must Hear” and noted, Butts’ version comes across as tender, wise, and thoughtful” while Saving Country Music added, “Leave it to Kaitlin Butts to take a Jimmy Eat World song and make it into a sentimental and touching country tune.”

“A couple years ago I put out an EP called Sad Yeehaw Sessions, a collection of sad covers that I have always loved and wish I had written myself,” Butts explains. “After releasing Roadrunner! which featured much happier songs, I wanted folks to know that there were brighter days ahead. So we created the antithesis — something upbeat, rowdy, and fun: all cover songs that I’ve been performing live the last couple years.”

Following in the spirit of her beloved 2022 Sad Yeehaw Sessions EP, Yeehaw Sessions flips the script — this time channeling joy, rowdiness and the electric energy of her live show. After road-testing these crowd favorites, Butts recorded them with the energy and spirit fans have come to love. The EP features her takes on “Red Wine Supernova” (Chappell Roan), “Sin Wagon” (The Chicks), “Tulsa Time” (Don Williams) and her viral smash “You Ain’t Gotta Die (To Be Dead To Me)” — alongside her memorable take on “The Middle.”

To celebrate the release, Butts returns to the legendary Billy Bob’s Texas in Fort Worth at 10 pm to headline a special Yeehaw Night. Limited tickets remain HERE. And watch the new video for “Red Wine Supernova” below

Throughout 2025, Butts has captivated audiences across the country on tour with Sierra Ferrell, Lainey Wilson, Molly Tuttle, Wyatt Flores, The Lone Bellow and Flatland Cavalry. She’s also joined Ella Langley and Brothers Osborne on stage and electrified festivals including Lollapalooza, Two Step Inn, C2C and Breakaway Festival. She was also named to Opry NextStage’s “Class of 2025” and CMT’s Next Women of Country Class of 2025.

For the latest news and tour dates, visit kaitlinbutts.com and follow @kaitlinbutts on Instagram and Facebook and @kaitlinbuttsmusic on TikTok.

ABOUT KAITLIN BUTTS:
Kaitlin Butts' fearless approach to country music is helping her reach new heights. In 2024, Butts released her acclaimed album Roadrunner!. She leaned into her lifelong love of musical theater and dreamed up a modern-day reimagining of the soundtrack to her all-time favorite musical, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma!, which ended up on numerous best-of year-end lists. Butts also hit the road hard in 2024, making her Lollapalooza debut as well as opening for Dierks Bentley, Brothers Osborne and Flatland Cavalry, and trekked across the U.S. on her first-ever coast-to-coast headlining tour.

2025 has been another banner year for the Tulsa-born, Nashville-based artist. In addition to her viral anthem, “You Ain’t Gotta Die (To Be Dead To Me),” amassing over 157 million TikTok views and 67 million global streams, she joined Lainey Wilson on her Whirlwind Tour and was featured in the Country Music Hall of Fame’s latest American Currents exhibition. Butts also joined the 2025 Opry Next Stage Class as well as the CMT Next Women of Country Class of 2025. Showing no signs of slowing down, she just landed a deal with Republic Records launching her next chapter with the Yeehaw Sessions EP available now. 

BEAUTY IN CHAOS pays homage to Johnny Cash & Joe Strummer on 'God's Gonna Cut You Down / Get Down Moses'

The evolving revolving entity Beauty In Chaos present their latest sonic offering - 'God's Gonna Cut You Down / Get Down Moses', released via 33.3 Music Collectiveand produced by Grammy-nominated producer Michael Rozon (Ministry, Jarboe, Wayne Hussey, The Melvins), 

Beauty In Chaos has come a long way since launching in 2018 by Los Angeles-based guitarist Michael Ciravolo (formerly of Human Drama and Gene Loves Jezebel and current President of Schecter Guitars) but his musical road often finds him circling back to visit his roots, celebrating them with new renditions.

The new two-song digital EP single features an enveloping, smokey rendition of the traditional gospel hymn 'God’s Gonna Cut You Down', popularized by The Man in Black himself - Mr. Johnny Cash (who also happens to be a distant cousin to BIC’s own Tish Ciravolo), along with the B-side showcasing Beauty In Chaos' own take on Joe Strummer’s 'Get Down Moses'.  

In addition to very familiar territory (guitars and textures), BIC curator Michael Ciravolo contributes vocals on both tracks, joined by Michael Rozon (lap steel guitar, snare drum, voices), as well as Tish Ciravolo, Whitney Tai, Set Miller, Anthony Loveand Tim Perry (background vocals and foot stomps).

“While both of these songs have certainly been covered before, I think we have injected BIC into them … even if we have stretched, what some have come to expect from us sonically,” says Michael Ciravolo.

BIC also unveils the video for 'God’s Gonna Cut You Down', filmed and directed by Vicente Cordero (Industrialism Films) and edited by Ryan Conlon based on a concept by Michael Ciravolo.

Ciravolo shares, “I think the haunted New Orleans’ French Quarter vibe compliments our approach to the song.  There is certainly an underlying story-line running through the video, which is left to an individual’s interpretation… but in the end; good indeed triumphs over evil”.  

This two-track single follows two solid releases for BIC' - their 'Dancing With Angels' album and the remix companion album ‘Signs In The Heavens Reality Upside Down’ which is available as a limited edition double CD, along with videos for 'Made Of Rain (Almost Acoustic)' feat. Ashton Nyte and Whitney Tai and the double-whammy offering 'Children Of The Revolution' feat. Al Jourgensen and 'Open Your Eyes' (honoring T.Rex / Marc Bolan and The Lords of the New Church, respectively).

Past BIC releases involve members of The Cure, Ministry, Cheap Trick, The Offspring, Gene Loves Jezebel, Marilyn Manson, Human Drama, Bauhaus, Nine Inch Nails, Van Halen, A Flock of Seagulls and dUg Pinnick, ICE-T, Rolan Bolanand Zakk Wylde, among many other luminaries.

The new single is available everywhere digitally, including Beauty In Chaos' store, Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. Beauty In Chaos also plans to release the video for 'Get Down Moses' in December.

CREDITS
Michael Ciravolo – voices, guitars and textures
Michael Rozon – lap steel guitar, snare drum, voices
Background voices & foot stomps – Tish Ciravolo, Whitney Tai, Set Miller, Anthony Love & Tim Perry
Recorded, mixed & mastered by Michael Rozon at SAINTinLA
Produced by Michael Rozon & Michael Ciravolo
Video filmed and directed by Vicente Cordero (Industrialism Films)
Edited by Ryan Conlon. Concept by Michael Ciravolo
Lightning by Anthony Love (SL Lighting)
Hair and Makeup by Dania Ridgeway. Props courtesy of Prop Heaven
Video features Michael Ciravolo (voice), Tish Ciravolo (guitar), Michael Rozon (guitar) & Anthony Love (priest & devil)
EP cover art by Liz Ardman
Video cover by GABB
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR 

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Trivium Release "STRUCK DEAD" EP + Share Title Track Video — WATCH // Headline Tour Kicks Off Tour

GRAMMY-nominated heavyweights TRIVIUM — vocalist/guitarist MATTHEW K. HEAFY; guitarist COREY BEAULIEU; and bassist PAOLO GREGOLETTO — have released the three-song EP STRUCK DEAD , via longtime label Roadrunner Records. Get it here

Trivium have shared the video for the title track. Watch it below

"In August 2023, we set out to design and build our own studio at The Hangar — a place to create freely, on our own terms," says Gregoletto about the EP's genesis.

The creative catalyst, though, was the band's past and desire to see what's next. "Born from months of revisiting and performing Ascendancy in full, this EP channels that familiar power and spirit while pushing into new territory," he continues. "We feel that Struck Dead stands as the first step into a bold new era for us and we happy to finally share it with all of you.”

While it may only be three songs in length, in typical Trivium fashion, it packs a powerhouse punch, thanks to masterful riffing and the dual-style vocal prowess the band has built its nearly three-decade reputation on! It was produced by Trivium and recorded with Mark Lewis at the band's aforementioned Hangar Studios in Orlando, Florida. It was mixed and mastered by Josh Wilbur.

Trivium will embark on The Struck Dead tour, which kicks off today, October 31, in Myrtle Beach and runs through December 14, with an epic hometown show in Orlando.

Special guests Jinjer will appear, while Heriot will serve as support. All dates are below. Get tickets here

TRIVIUM ON TOUR:
WITH JINJER + HERIOT:
11/4 — London, ON — Centennial Hall
11/6 — Québec, QC — Videotron Centre
11/7 — Wallingford, CT — Toyota Oakdale Theatre
11/8 — Portland, ME — Cross Insurance Arena
11/10 — Warren, OH — Packard Music Hall
11/11 — Buffalo, NY — Buffalo River Works
11/12 — Lancaster, PA — Freedom Hall
11/14 — Gary, IN — Hard Rock Live Northern Indiana
11/15 — Milwaukee, WI — The Eagles Ballroom
11/16 — Cincinnati, OH — The Andrew J Brady Music Center
11/18 — Indianapolis, IN — The Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
11/19 — Waukee, IA — Vibrant Music Hall
11/20 — Minneapolis, MN — Uptown Theater
11/22 — Winnipeg, MB — Burton Cummings Theatre
11/24 — Edmonton, AB — Midway Music Hall
11/25 — Calgary, AB — Grey Eagle Events Centre
11/26 — Missoula, MT — The Wilma
11/28 — Spokane, WA — The Podium
11/29 — Garden City, ID — Revolution Concert House
12/1 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Union Event Center
12/3 — Riverside, CA — Riverside Municipal Auditorium
12/5 — Albuquerque, NM — Revel
12/6 — Oklahoma City, OK — The Criterion
12/7 — Fayetteville, AR — JJ's Live 
12/9 — Springfield, MO  — Shrine Mosque
12/10 — Kansas City, MO — Uptown Theater 
12/12 — New Orleans, LA — The Fillmore New Orleans
12/13 — Dothan, AL — The Plant 
12/14 — Orlando, FL — Hard Rock Live

Liverpool duo THE WOOD present soulful and timeless new 'Cold Fire' EP Title track features stunning renowned Scottish vocalist Brooke Combe

Liverpool-based duo The Wood present their 'Cold Fire' EP, released via UK imprint Riverdream Records. Here, Alex Evans (vocals) and Steve Powell (guitar and bass) are at their best, with solid grooves and melodies full of beauty, passion and genuine feeling. Creating music that is difficult to categorise yet somehow sounds familiar, The Wood cleverly mesh soul, rock and folk in songs filled with purpose and an innate sense of release.


Mastered by Pete Maher (U2, Nick Cave, Depeche Mode, Pixies. Nine Inch Nails), the EP was produced bySteve Powell, an expert at unearthing sonic magic. Having recorded many notable artists records, includingMichael Head and The Strands, John Power, def.fo, The Stairsand Ella Guru, Powell also produced and played guitar on the firstMichael Head and the Red Elastic Band record 'Arturius Revisited', as well as the number one indie album'Adios Senor Pussycat'.

For the lead track 'Cold Fire'the duo are joined by ex-Island Records vocalist Brooke Combe, fresh from an appearance on Later With Jools Holland and having just supported Lionel Richie on his UK-Ireland summer tour and Benson Boone on his US tour this last month. She’s tasked herself with bringing more soul to the masses, so she’s in more than appropriate company with The Wood. A shared mission it seems.

The balmy blues chords of an electric piano open before Combe's timeless soul voice steps quietly into a willing spotlight. She’s upfront in the mix, singing to your face; yet it feels close and personal. 'Cold Fire' soothes its way toward the chorus, building around a conclave of gospel harmonies and a sultry, simmering groove. The arrival of Alex Evans’ voice, tumbling down the registers and through the changes, comes edged with a pure soul grit. A perfect storm of gospel, soul, jazz and rock, and its real. It feels ageless, an uncut gem of a song presented in the most natural way.

The Wood's funkier-than-thou version of 'Romantic Attitude', the John Fitch and Associates rare soul classic, screams to be heard and then shrugs its shoulders with an insistent funk groove, Steve Powell’s spectacular psyched-up six stringed wig-outs feature as standard, sounding like the party you really wish you’d gone to.

'Hold On' feels time-aged, sundried, dusty and raw, like Laurel Canyon through a cracked and dirty windscreen. You can feel there’s whisky nearby. It’s a song of yearning and hope, a conversation windblown by time. Steve Powell’s minimal production and Phil Melville’s interwoven layers of slide dobro swoop around Alex Evans’ scored soul vocal, in a space where only what’s necessary is allowed. No extras, no fuss from this perfectly balanced songwriting duo.

'Wait For The Sun' means business. It comes storming in, in a blizzard of insistent urgency, intense and unforgiving. It’s all chugging and rock guitars, blissed out harmonies, and an Alex Evans vocal steeped in his trademark passionate energy. This is The Wood in triumphant mode, and rightly so, because the 'Cold Fire' EP is a definite triumph.

Rewinding a few years, Evans and Powell met while Evans was recording at his Ark Recording Studios, located amongst the imposing brick edifices of Liverpool's ancient dockland. Released in 2024, their debut 'Days' album (previewed by 'Let It Loose'), also involved Martin Smith and Simon James (The Coral, Shack) on brass and Jake Howden-Woodward (Nova Twins) on drums.

As of October 31, the 'Cold Fire' EP is available everywhere online, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp.

SINGLE CREDITS
Written by Steve Powell & Alex Evans
Alex Evans – vocals
Steve Powell – guitar & bass
Brooke Combe – vocals
Jake Woodward – drums
Mike Smith – organ
Rob Stringer – piano
Charlie Griffiths – backing vocals
Clair Griffiths – backing vocals
Amy Chalmers – violin
Matt Phillips – cello
Rachel Nicholas – viola
Produced & recorded by Steve Powell at Ark Recording Studios, Liverpool
Mastered by Pete Maher
Single cover graphics by Alex Evans
EP cover graphics by Alex Evans & Ed Rimmer
Released by Riverdream Records 2025
Artist photos by John Johnson
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR



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BLACKSHAPE Release New EP 'Prismer I' + "Feels Like Flying" Official Visualizer via Papercut Recordings

Atmospheric post-metal outfit BLACKSHAPE have released their new EP 'Prismer I' along with the official visualizer for "Feels Like Flying" via Papercut Recordings. The EP is the band's latest body of work since their 2021 self-titled full length, 'BLACKSHAPE'. Speaking about today's release, the band commented:

"Making 'Prismer I' was the most demanding creative endeavor of our lives. It tested friendships, stretched deadlines, introduced a new member, and pushed us to our absolute limits. We set out to make something bigger, heavier, and more beautiful than our first record, and we feel we’ve accomplished that. Musically, it captures the full spectrum of our elation and struggle throughout its creation.

Endless thanks to our producer and friend, Adam Cichocki (CHEE-HOT-SKEE), who worked tirelessly alongside us to bring this record to life. We couldn’t be more proud of what we created and can’t wait to release the first installment of Prismer into the world."

'Prismer I' is available now on all streaming platforms at the link here. Watch the "Feels Like Flying" visualizer below, and be sure to stay tuned for more BLACKSHAPE news coming soon.

ABOUT BLACKSHAPE

Haunting, intricate, and emotionally brutal, BLACKSHAPE create music that lives in the shadowed space between chaos and clarity. Their compositions stretch across post-metal, math rock, and ambient minimalism—twisting tension and release into something visceral and cinematic. For fans of sonic unease, dramatic builds, and songwriting that lives outside the lines.

Making Prismer IBLACKSHAPE’s new record, pushed the band to their breaking point. The process became their prison, a crucible of relentless personal and creative pressure. But the music was a prism—refracting that pressure into something beautiful, harrowing, and cathartic, and ultimately reshaping their perspective in the very act of making it. The title reflects this duality, capturing both the burden of confined thinking and the liberation in breaking it apart. Like a prism splitting light, every experience expands perspective into countless paths, showing that escaping the prison of one view means embracing the full spectrum: beautiful, ugly, terrifying, and freeing. This is Prismer.

BLACKSHAPE is:

Bryan Lee

Joseph Woit

Josh Dunn

Scott Shepard

ARSENIC KITCHEN Conjures the Dead with Their New EP HANDBOOK FOR THE RECENTLY DECEASED

Prepare to cross over into the beautifully macabre. Arizona's dark alternative rock force ARSENIC KITCHEN returns with their most ambitious and haunting work to date — the new EP, Handbook for the Recently Deceased, out NOW

The narrative of “Devil’s Advocate” presents the story of a reaper figure who develops sympathy for the individuals he observes. This narrative strategy introduces the EP’s conceptual framework, which explores themes of morality from an unconventional perspective. The single is accompanied by a music video that highlights the band's focus on visual storytelling. The video depicts the reaper encountering individuals at their moment of passing and presenting each with a copy of the “Handbook for the Recently Deceased,” a direct homage to director

Tim Burton’s 1988 film, Beetlejuice

ARSENIC KITCHEN will be featured this weekend, Saturday

October 25 at the Desert Grey Festival in Mesa, Arizona. This event will double as a celebration of their release and they will be performing main stage. The EP will feature a short film that will be released alongside it. 

Tickets can be purchased HERE

ARSENIC KITCHEN is a fusion of early 2000s Alternative and modern Post Hardcore that evokes feelings of nostalgia and heartbreak, anger and excitement, weaved into a theatrical stadium level performance no matter the setting.

From the deserts of Phoenix, Arizona the band stand out as uniquely high energy and meaningful musicians onstage & off. Through the musicality and lyrics of every song, ARSENIC KITCHEN is able to reach and connect with the deepest feelings and emotions of listeners. 

DoFlame and DEAR-GOD Drop Collab "Neighborhood Watch" EP Today

DoFlame and DEAR-GOD have dropped the four-track, collaborative Neighborhood Watch EP.  Listen to it below.
 
DEAR-GOD is the brainchild of Robert Ortiz who plays in DoFlame's band and is also a long-time production collaborator. So the synergy between these two artists is real!

DoFlame will spend some of the fall on tour with Pinkshift. All dates are below.

ABOUT DOFLAME:
For a solo artist, Mateo Naranjo, the mastermind behind DoFlame, is uniquely devoted to unlocking the potential of music scenes. The 21-year-old punk from Toronto is fueled by a desire to bring people into a world and in turn bring them together, to find the real sense of community that can be attained by immersing yourself in an underground culture. DoFlame's most recent album, BENT, bottles that feeling of discovery and camaraderie. Like a hardcore version of a coming-of-age movie, it captures all of the joy, confusion, and determination of being young and unsure of what's next just as effectively as it blends the unbridled aggression of heavy music with the swagger of hip-hop.

DOFLAME ON TOUR:
WITH PINKSHIFT:

10/10 — Asbury Park, NJ — Asbury Lanes
10/11 — Richmond, VA — Richmond Music Hall
10/12 — Carrboro, NC — Cat’s Cradle Backroom
10/14 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade
10/15 — Orlando, FL — Conduit
10/17 — Houston, TX — White Oak Music Hall
10/18 — Austin, TX — The Ballroom
10/19 — Dallas, TX — Club Dada
10/21 — Phoenix, AZ — Rebel Lounge
10/22 — San Diego, CA — The Voodoo Room
10/23 — Santa Ana, CA — Constellation Room
10/24 — Los Angeles, CA — The Echo
10/25 — San Francisco, CA — Bottom of the Hill

Brooklyn music mavericks CLONE unleash post-punk / altrock thrills with new 'Care To Try' EP

Brooklyn alt rockers CLONE have released their new 'Care To Try' EP, a blazing three-track offering, as well as fine limited edition 2-track '7” vinyl release. Together, this is their second major release via Portland label Little Cloud Records, featuring cover photography by famed artist Simon Larbalestier, well known for his work with Pixies and 4AD Records.

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

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

"The title track 'Care to Try' is a retribution song. A song that cries out for the disenfranchised and undersung people in the world whose voices are never heard above the drowning of the right wing nationalist leaders in this world. The spoken word bridge signals out to this issue with the line "with all charisma there is scorn, with every swoon another's heart will stammer slowly in submission. To Glimpse what could have been through the eyes of another."

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

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

As a live phenomenon, Clone currently includes LG Galleon, Paul Liziragga (Namesake), Alex Cox (The Veldt), and drummers Avery Brooks and Jeremy Duvall. The past few years. Clone has played SXSW and toured with Christian Death, Twin Tribes, Wand, La Witch, Live Skull and The Veldt.

The 'Care To Try' EP is out everywhere, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp, and can also be had on '7” vinyl. Clone will be releasing a new full-length album in 2026.

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

TOUR DATES
Oct 09   Philadelphia, PA - TBD
Oct 10   Clinton, CT - Scottish Dave’s Pub
Oct 11   Boston, MA - O'Briens Pub (Allston)
Oct 12   Providence, RI - The Scurvy Dog
Oct 13   Saratoga Springs, NY - Desperate Annie’s
Oct 25   Brooklyn, NY - Mama Tried
Nov 13  Brooklyn, NY - The Woodshop
Dec 6   Johnstown, PA - The Columbia Theater Project


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Emerging Noise Project DISINTREGRATION ANNEX Debuts New EP via Decibel Magazine

Emerging noise project Disintegration Annex is now making its debut with 'Carving Arrows From Idols,' a three-song EP that blends harsh noise with ambience and elements of black metal. The offering can now be heard below.

Disintegration Annex is the one-man, metal-leaning noise and ambient project of Greg Kennelty. Disintegration Annex is meant to touch on the overarching ideas presented by extreme metal, but ultimately dish out the aural punishment in a freer, looser way.

Kennelty explains, "'Carving Arrows From Idols' is a three-track EP that deals with separate facets of anxiety and fear – weaponization of religious beliefs, sensory overload during particularly bad mental health days, and the fear of death being a disruptive force in everyday life. Carving Arrows From Idols was created during the writing sessions for the upcoming debut Disintegration Annex full-length, but these tracks ultimately felt like one cohesive unit that would be better served as a standalone release. Enjoy!"

The EP can be downloaded HERE.

All writing, production, mixing and mastering were handled entirely by Greg Kennelty.

The cover artwork is a woodcut painting titled "Hell (copy)," created after 1511, and is attributed to an unknown artist working in the style of Hans Baldung.

Enter LORE’s “Nightwere Club” — Debut EP “Prologue” Out Now!

Avant-garde duo LORE have today unveiled their debut EP, "Prologue", after a mysterious rollout of cryptic teasers and elusive visuals that kept half of the duo cloaked in anonymity. Arriving alongside the EP, their brand new single, "Nightwere Club" pushes their heaviest and most experimental sound yet - melding a high-energy dance beat, airy soprano vocals, and bursts of unrestrained screams. Listen to the brand new EP HERE and check out the brand new video for "Nightwere Club" below.

Hot on the heels of their debut single, "Senpai" ft. Isaac Wilson of Dwellings, which premiered with a fully animated video Crunchyroll, and their second single, "Starseeker" ft. Properties of Nature, the debut EP successfully introduces the enigmatic world of LORE. Bristling with imaginative textures, meticulously crafted visuals, and an ever-present sense of curiosity, "Prologue" transforms the band's signature flair for mystery into a concept-driven journey packed with tonal shifts, collaborations, and surrealist pop sensibilities.

Speaking from the heart behind the EP and the project's ongoing sense of mystery, Jay Christian and The Frog share:

"Prologue is the opening page of our story a world of curiosity, chaos, and wonder that we’ve only just begun to reveal. This EP means so much to us, and we’re beyond grateful to finally share it with you. Thank you for listening, supporting, and giving life to this music we couldn’t have made it without you."

Formed earlier this year, LORE is the creation of Jay Christian and the Frog, a mysterious entity who remains shrouded in anonymity. Born entirely online, the project emerged from a conscious decision to cast aside ego and pretense in pursuit of something real. LORE's debut EP, "Prologue", serves as a proper introduction to the band's rich world of storytelling and animated surrealism.

Be sure to stay tuned for more LORE news coming soon.

ABOUT LORE



LORE is a boundary-pushing musical project formed in early 2025, forged entirely through online collaboration. United by their roots in post-hardcore and a deep passion for storytelling, the band have quickly built a powerful creative bond that transcends distance.

Shaped by their years in two cult-followed bands, LORE's founders carry forward an ethos of community, connection, and inclusivity as they enter the era of the band's debut EP, "Prologue". Their mission is simple, but vital: to tell unforgettable stories through music while cultivating a space with no gatekeeping, and no ego. Just honest art and love for the craft.

LORE isn't just about sound, but about meaning. It's music for those who want to feel, to belong, and to find something deeper within the noise.

LORE’s debut EP, “Prologue”, is available on all major streaming platforms now.

Photo Credit - Christian Maravelis