Sydney alternative metal outfit Reliqa are back with pounding new single, 'Your Touch', a genre-blending anthem about ambition’s darker side and the risk of losing sight of what you love, out now via Greyscale Records and Nuclear Blast.
Written in close collaboration with artist and producer James McKendrick (Void of Vision), 'Your Touch' blends the quartet's trademark progressive metalcore roots with bright, dance-driven textures, pushing deeper into newfound sonic territory on their follow-up to last year's debut album Secrets of the Future.
"Your Touch is a continuation of a close-to-heart idea we started exploring on Secrets of the Future, about the fear of ambition going too far," says the band. "It’s about having tunnel vision, where your sight’s set on a single target so narrowly that one day you realise you’ve left everything you love behind. The song is full of outer space imagery for that reason - it felt like a fitting metaphor for making bold moves that leave you more isolated than ever."
The music video, directed by Colin Jeffs of Ten of Swords Media, sees the band in a spacecraft-like setting that mirrors the song’s themes of confinement, ambition and isolation. Watch it below.
Since rising out of Sydney’s underground, Reliqa have established themselves as one of Australia's most exciting new prospects. Trailblazers in their own right, they've shared stages with the likes of BABYMETAL, Spiritbox, Periphery, Make Them Suffer and more, as well as touring with Good Things Festival last year. Their 2024 debut album showcased a band leaving no stone unturned in their quest for total musical expression, harnessing the most savage and passionate elements of modern metal fused with electronica, pop, prog and post-hardcore for the thrill of it.
With every new experience, they have endeavoured to bottle everything they felt and feed off it as much as possible as they look to the next milestone. Remembering exactly how it felt to watch their dreams playing out before them and using it as a light as they venture into the unknown.
'Your Touch' is the next leap in Reliqa's unstoppable ascent. Out now via Greyscale Records & Nuclear Blast. Stream it HERE.
Eihwar Reveal Hidden World on New Single
The enfants terribles of Season of Mist’s roster, Eihwar, are releasing a new single today. Known for their explosive fusion of Nordic folk and electro-industrial chaos, the clan continues to defy the solemnity of most pagan acts on “Hugrheim” with a style that is wild, cartoonish, and fiercely ritualistic.
As Eihwar themselves proclaim:
“Over the past few years, our souls have gradually taken over the bodies of two human musicians. Through incarnation, we lost much of our memories. All that remains are images, emotions, and fragments from our previous existence, mixed in with the thoughts and memories of our human hosts. In this new song, we evoke the memories that gradually come back to us: memories of Hugrheim, the tenth world of Yggdrasil, hidden and unknown to men. This world is shaped by the Hugr, the spirit. In this realm dwell the invisible forces of the soul and consciousness. When our vessels perish here and our incarnation ends, we will return to Hugrheim. Still, we hope to remain here as long as possible this time, because nowadays the beer is fucking good, the rockstar life is pretty damn cool, and dental anesthesia actually exists.”
Watch the video for “Hugrheim” Below:
Stream “Hugrheim”
Following a summer of electrifying festival appearances at Wacken Open Air, Resurrection Fest and Midgardsblot, as well as dates opening for The Hu, with “Hugrheim”, Eihwar present a song that both deepens their mythos and heightens their trance-driven energy.
The word “Hugrheim” comes from Old Norse roots. It can be understood as the realm of spirit, of memory, of consciousness. In the lore woven by Eihwar, their souls appear as reincarnated essences inhabiting human vessels, recalling fragments of their former existence. The song channels these recollections through warrior cries, horns, ritual percussion and machine-driven pulse, aligning Asrunn and Mark with pagan folk lineage while advancing into their own shamanic and celebratory, dance-driven terrain.
To celebrate “Hugrheim”, Eihwar are opening their new Traveling Merchant Webshop. This shop currently includes four t-shirt designs, one of which was only previously available at their concerts. It also holds the “Eihwar bindrune” medallion, which the duo describe as the “jewelry of the clan” - a symbolic extension of their ritual universe.
Shop at https://www.eihwar.com/
Eihwar’s debut album Viking War Trance is out now on Season of Mist.
Order & Stream
https://orcd.co/eihwarvikingwartrance
The video for “Hugrheim” was directed by Samuel Maurin and features actors Arya and Benoit Lala. The digital artwork showcases costume design by Yaelle Ghyselink.
Many bands have explored the Pagan & Norse worlds over the last 15 years seeking atmospheric, acoustic and ritual sounds with great seriousness. This is not the path EIHWAR chose.
Although the musicians of Eihwar are virtuosos in their acoustic traditional instruments, their goal is to bring some fun… and as much chaos as possible during their concerts, provoking the craziest trance on dancefloors. They bring a festive and furious neo-viking music whose primal force is based on technoid machines, mixed with trance vocals, shamanic drums and traditional Nordic sounds. Electronics are a ‘new steel’ for those modern warriors, cold and powerful. As the web already says, the duo is a kind of new ‘Viking Carpenter Brut’.
Lineup:
Asrunn — Vocals, Traditional Percussions
Mark — Vocals, Machines
Links:
Website: http://www.eihwar.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eihwar.music
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/eihwar.music
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@eihwar
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eihwar
The Quality of Mercury takes us to 'Heaven's Gate', teasing sophomore album 'The Voyager'
Alt-rock artist The Quality of Mercury presents his latest high-paced trip with 'Heaven's Gate', the latest gem revealed from his forthcoming sophomore album 'The Voyager'. Nine years after releasing his debut 'Transmission' album, he is back with new music that is both anthemic and accessible, cinematic and catchy - a perfect blend of muscle and melody.
'Heaven's Gate' shines with an unexpected lift balancing the expansive feel of space-rock with vibrant pop elements. A story about longing to transcend into enlightenment, the upbeat pulse gives it a sense of momentum, like you’re cruising through the stars with the windows down.
The Quality of Mercury is Pennsylvania-based artist Jeremiah Rouse, who handles everything from writing and performing to engineering. This groovesome, graceful and grand music with space-rock atmospherics speaks to our deep need for connection, both human and spiritual. His ongoing search for meaning is woven into songs that range from bursts of excitement to moments of quiet reflection.
"'Heaven’s Gate' is inspired by the real-life cult of the same name, but it’s not a song about tragedy; it’s a song about longing. I saw myself in their story: the endless search for something beyond this world, the gaze fixed on the stars, waiting for a sign, a savior, an escape," says Jeremiah Rouse.
"I’ve spent so much of my life looking up, hoping for divine intervention, for something greater to lift me out of the weight of this world. Whether that’s God, aliens, or something unnamed, 'Heaven’s Gate' is about the hope that there is something out there. Something bigger, kinder, more meaningful than what we know here on Earth. This isn’t a song about giving up. It’s about believing there’s more."
'The Voyager' is an adventurous journey, each track offering a different terrain of feeling: exhilaration, anxiety, longing, and introspection. Lead track 'Ganymede' is an upbeat cinematic journey that reflects the album’s overarching themes of distance, discovery, and transformation, this song is about finding love and losing it, fulfilling Rouse's mission of exploring emotion and texture across vast sonic terrain.
Rouse's recorded works serve as a bridge to his audience —a suitably distant medium, given his songs about receiving transmissions emanating from the other side of the universe and epic, intergalactic voyages. For all its otherworldly sound and association with vastness and space, the intensity and intellect, depth and profound insight found here is a journey into the artist’s own inner space.
Influenced by such iconic bands as Hum, Failure, Starflyer 59, and Sunny Day Real Estate, The Quality of Mercury creates a vast, immersive world, each track built as a sonic landscape - grand in scope yet meticulously detailed. The goal is simple but ambitious: to create music that reveals something new with every listen. Tiny flourishes, subtle swells, and sound elements crossing the stereo field are placed with obsessive precision, often blooming unexpectedly or popping out at just the right moment. Every detail matters, perhaps to a fault, but that’s part of the craft.
With a background in film production and a lifelong love of sci-fi cinema, Jeremiah approaches songwriting with a distinctly visual mindset. Every song is imagined like a scene from a movie — framed, lit, and paced as though it were a short film. That cinematic sensibility, combined with a meticulous approach to sound design, results in music that’s as emotionally resonant as it is sonically rich.
'Heaven's Gate' is out now, available from fine music platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp. The full album 'The Voyager', which can already be pre-ordered via Bandcamp, will be released on October 24.
CREDITS
All music written, performed and recorded by Jeremiah Rouse
Back up vocals by Violet Rouse
Drums performed and recorded by Mario Quintero at AudioMQ Studio
Final Mixes by Mario Quintero at AudioMQ Studio
Mastered by Alan Douches at West West Side Music
Album artwork created by Jeremiah Rouse
Artist photos by Matthew Hamm
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
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Silly Goose Are "Split" With New Video
Buzzy rap x rock news-and-noisemakers Silly Goose are back with an album full of hard rock party jams. As is always the case with the Goose, they don't simply crash the party. They take over the party.
Their new album Keys to the City will arrive on October 17 via Blue Grape Music. Pre-order it here.
Today, Silly Goose shared the video for new single "Split." Watch it below.
The song is a bit of a sonic departure for the Goose, who are known for their hands-in-the-air, good-time-all-the-time anthems. Of course it features their signature grooves and rap x rock style, but with a bit more melancholic and moodily melodic vibe, thus showing off the band's dynamics and unexpected vulnerability.
"It's one of the outliers, and it showcases a different side of what we're capable of," singer Jackson Foster states. "The raps are more laidback and low-key, and the hook is sing-y. It's a song about not being ready to move on."
Silly Goose are touring through 2025, supporting Landmvrks this fall, along with headline dates in December. The band will headline shows in Europe in November, and support Hot Milk on select dates.
SILLY GOOSE ON TOUR:
WITH LANDMVRKS, NOVELISTS, + RESOLVE:
9/24 — Salt Lake City, UT — Metro Music Hal
9/26 — Calgary, AB — The Palace Theatre
9/27 — Edmonton, AB — Union Hall
9/29 — Vancouver, BC — Hollywood Theatre
9/30 — Portland, OR — Hawthorne Theatre
10/1 — Seattle, WA — Neptune Theatre
10/4 — Los Angeles, CA — The Regent
10/5 — Mesa, AZ — The Nile Theatre
10/7 — Dallas, TX — The Studio at the Factory
10/9 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade
10/10 — Nashville, TN — The Basement East
10/11 — Detroit, MI — Saint Andrew's Hall
10/12 — Toronto, ON — The Opera House
U.S. HEADLINE SHOWS:
12/12 — Chattanooga, TN — JJ Bohemias
12/13 — Savannah, GA — The Sentient Bean
12/14 — Jacksonville, FL — Jack Rabbits
12/16 — Raleigh, NC — Kings
12/18 — Washington DC — DC9
12/19 — Columbus, OH — A&R Music Bar
12/20 — Indianapolis, IN — Hoosier Dome
12/21 – St. Louis, MO — Atomic
STELLAR CIRCUITS REVEAL 2ND SINGLE, 'CORRIDOR'
Prog-Alt-Metal upstarts STELLAR CIRCUITS have debuted the 2nd single, ‘Corridor,’ from their sophomore album, Phantom :: Phoenix, that’s out November 14th via Nuclear Blast Records. The anthemic new track adds rocket fuel to the band’s upward trajectory with mesmerizing vocals and hooking riffs; another highlight from their game-changing new record.
Commenting on the new song, vocalist Ben Beddick says:
“With ‘Corridor,’ it seemed like we uncovered a side of the band that we haven’t really explored before. It felt like we tapped into a lighter, more uplifting part of our sound and that was exciting to discover.
The song has a very nostalgic vibe and seems to stem from influences that we haven’t been able to express in previous albums. It feels very removed from our darker and heavier side but we also feel like it only adds to the breadth of music that we’re able to create.”
Stream ‘Corridor’: https://sc.bfan.link/corridor
Pre-order Phantom :: Phoenix: https://sc.bfan.link/phantom-phoenix
‘CORRIDOR’ MUSIC VIDEO BELOW:
STELLAR CIRCUITS’ follow up to 2023’s acclaimed record Sight To Sound, is a cathartic work of art that explores the trials and tribulations of life and death and the process of healing and perseverance in the face of agony.
Beddick says of the album:
“When we were writing this record, one of the things that kept coming up was the idea of death and rebirth through fire. This idea of killing off the old and dead parts of ourselves in order to give birth to something new and maybe even a truer version of who we all are. Every time we write an album, we go into the process with the idea of getting uncomfortable and exposing a more vulnerable part of ourselves. There also seems to be a constant theme of dealing with loss when we’re in the middle of writing.
Everybody went through different periods of loss and grief during this process and I think that it shows through in the subject matter and the sounds that came out of it. We always want to push ourselves to a new place and build on the foundation that we’ve created over the last few years of being in this band. I think that we’ve been able to achieve that with Phantom :: Phoenix. It’s a representation of that cycle and I hope it can act as a catalyst for growth to those who listen.”
About STELLAR CIRCUITS:
Stellar Circuits is making a powerful impact in the progressive metal scene following the release of their acclaimed 2023 album Sight to Sound on Nuclear Blast Records. Fusing punishing grooves, intricate melodies, and emotional weight, the album pushed the band’s sonic boundaries while staying rooted in their intense, immersive sound. Tracks like “Witch House” and “Catch Your Death” showcase a darker, more evolved edge that continues to resonate with fans of metal and progressive rock alike.
The band—Ben Beddick (vocals), Jesse Olsen (bass), Tyler Menon (drums), and Jared Stamey (guitar)—has built a reputation for emotionally charged, technically precise live performances, following extensive touring and appearances alongside acts like Chevelle and Arch Echo. With a growing audience and relentless creative energy, Stellar Circuits has emerged as one of the most dynamic forces in modern progressive metal.
Now, the band is preparing to enter a bold new chapter with their upcoming album Phantom :: Phoenix, set for release in 2025. A cinematic and visceral exploration of light and dark, the album delves into themes of personal transformation and the rebirth of the self through fire. It’s an emotionally and sonically expansive record that challenges both the band and the listener to confront what must be destroyed in order to evolve. With new music on the horizon and a sharpened creative vision, Stellar Circuits is poised to break new ground and leave a lasting mark on the genre.
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Downswing Drop "Too Little Too Late" (Feat. Chris Roetter)
Darkness isn't merely a theme for Downswing — it's the environment they've learned to endure.
The Albany, New York outfit cultivates a heavy atmosphere and melodic depth, stripping away emotional armor and calloused defenses to reveal something raw and defiantly honest. The band’s new album, And Everything Was Dark, serves as both a mission statement and a bold leap forward.
It arrives October 24 via MNRK, the band's new label home. Pre-order it here.
Today, the band shares the video for new single "Too Little Too Late," featuring Chris Roetter of Like Moths to Flames.
Watch it below.
"At its core, 'Too Little Too Late' is about being in a dark place and realizing that help or comfort often arrives only after the damage is done," the band shares. "It's about wrestling with that helpless feeling of something constantly pulling you down, making you feel less like yourself every day."
Since 2016, Downswing have steadily evolved into a powerhouse of modern metal and groove. The group's current incarnation emphasizes big choruses, bigger breakdowns, atmosphere, and emotion. "This is the first time it feels like we're doing exactly what we want," says vocalist Harrison Seanor, who joined the band in 2020. "We're not chasing any specific trend or scene. We’'e Downswing."
Downswing are comprised of Seanor, guitarist Anthony Salvaggio, bassist Chris Arnold, and drummer Nick Manzella. Created with a focus on clarity and impact, And Everything Was Dark builds on the sonic foundation of their earlier work while boldly venturing into new territory. Gargantuan riffs and breakdowns intertwine with massive hooks, textures, and lyrics that resonate deeper than ever before. Downswing formed in 2018 and quickly made waves with their unique blend of metallic hardcore aggression and groove-driven heaviness. Early releases, such as the Dark Side of the Mind EP (2017) and Good Intentions (2020), cultivated a dedicated following in the underground and earned the band a reputation for high intensity. In a glowing 9/10 review, New Transcendence said 2022's New Lows EP "packs a hefty punch" and "a stellar appetizer to whatever is up next in the band's bright future." The Let This Life Devour You EP arrived in 2024.
Downswing are touring this September, opening for He Is Legend, who are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their Suck Out the Poison album. All dates are below. The band will return to the road in November, supporting Great American Ghost and appearing alongside Wristmeetrazor and Saltwound. All dates are here.
DOWNSWING ON TOUR:
WITH HE IS LEGEND, EYES SET TO KILL, + TEETH:
9/23 — Joliet, IL — The Forge
9/24 — Covington, KY — Madison Theater
9/25 — Asheville, NC — Eulogy
9/26 —Raleigh, NC — Chapel Of Bones
*No Teeth
DOWNSWING ARE:
Harrison Seanor — Vocals
Anthony Salvaggio — Guitar
Chris Arnold — Bass
Nick Manzella — Drums
Dogma Announce Headlining U.S. Tour
Explosive and rebellious hard rock band DOGMA announce the U.S. headlining Time To Be Free tour. The tour kicks off October 23 in Anaheim, CA, and runs through November 23 in Westland, MI, including select co-headlining dates with A Killer’s Confession (the band led by Waylon Reavis, ex-Mushroomhead). Fans will also have the opportunity to join DOGMA face-to-face through limited Meet & Greet experiences, available now at www.officialdogma.com/meetngreet (please note that concert tickets are not included).
In honor of the season where shadows grow stronger, DOGMA unveils an exclusive Halloween presale at www.officialdogma.com/store. The collection features two limited-edition T-shirt designs, each package including the shirt of your choice, exclusive stickers, and a lanyard.
Lilith says,
“America… your silence has starved too long. Now the veil is torn, and we return not as guests, but as the storm you begged for in whispers. We cross the American land as fire incarnate, carrying the weight of every sin you tried to bury.
This tour is called 'Time To Be Free' not only after our latest single, but also because freedom is the core of Dogma. To be free is to break the chains of obedience, to tear down imposed morality, to rise above the herd that fears the truth. On these nights, we will not perform; we will liberate. Our music and our word are the weapons in this cultural battle against the doctrines that seek to limit us all.
Halloween is revelation. The season when masks burn, when shadows rise, when truth stands exposed. For this rite, we forged two relics, garments for the faithful. They exist only for this season, then they vanish forever.
And to those who dare to stand before me, the Meet & Greet is not a transaction; it is a covenant. Few will hold it. Even fewer will understand it.
The Time To Be Free is here. Burning, consuming, unstoppable. Confess. Submit. Or be erased. Your call.”
Worshippers can purchase tickets here: https://officialdogma.com/dogmaverse/.
U.S. Tour Dates:
Oct 23 Anaheim, CA - Parrish@HOB
Oct 24 Reno, NV - Alpine
Oct 26 Las Vegas, N - B-Side
Oct 28 Denver, CO - Bluebird Theater
Oct 30 Dallas, TX - Trees
Oct 31 Lubbock, TX - Jake’s
Nov 1 Houston, TX - Scout Bar
Nov 4 Tampa, FL - Orpheum
Nov 5 Orlando, FL - Conduit
Nov 6 Pompano Beach, FL - Piper’s Pub
Nov 8 Atlanta, GA - Purgatory
Nov 11 Pittsburgh, PA - Crafthouse*
Nov 12 Leesburg, VA - Tally Ho Theater*
Nov 13 Clifton, NJ - Dingbatz*
Nov 14 Harrisburg, PA - Capitol City Music Hall*
Nov 15 Stroudsburg, PA - Sherman Theater*
Nov 17 Hobart, IN - The Art Theater*
Nov 18 Grand Rapids, MI - The Stache@Intersection*
Nov 19 Columbus, OH The King of Clubs*
Nov 20 Cadillac, MI - Venue Events Center*
Nov 21 Joliet, IL - The Forge*
Nov 22 Ringle, WI - Q&Z Expo*
Nov 23 Westland, MI - Token Lounge*
*with A Killer’s Confession
Born from the union of heavy metal and unapologetic sensuality, DOGMA is less a band and more an exorcism. Their performances bleed theatrics and throb with tension — an altar where riffs reign, inhibitions collapse, and every beat is a confession.
In their church, there is no shame — only truth.
No penance — only passion.
No gods — only DOGMA.
DOGMA was never created to entertain; it was forged to awaken.
Their shows are not concerts; they are rites where fire and flesh collide, where sound becomes weapon and word becomes blade. Every stage they set foot on turns into a battlefield against the doctrines that seek to keep the world silent, obedient, and small.
In their temple, there is no forgiveness to beg for, no chains to protect you, no gods to answer to.
There is only the scream of truth, the hunger of passion, and the freedom to choose.
Be free, only if you want to.
Kneel if you must... but it is not to pray.
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Guilt Trip Sign to Roadrunner + Share Video for New Single "Burn"
The band — Jay Valentine [vocals], Jak Maden [guitar], Sam Baker[guitar], Tom Aimson [drums], and Lily Kilcoyne [bass]— shares the video for "BURN," its debut single for the label. And it's quite a ripper than captures the riff-roaring essence of classic thrash with a thoroughly modern and stadium-sized edge.
Watch the video below.
"We are thrilled to announce that Guilt Trip have signed to Roadrunner Records," the band states about the new partnership, which feels like home for both sides. "To celebrate, we present 'Burn,' our brand new single and first with the label. Roadrunner and its history forged Guilt Trip's sound as you know it, so this collaboration always felt inevitable. Thank you so much to the fans for the unwavering support throughout the years — this is only the beginning. Here's to the next chapter."
Maden offers a deeper insight into the song, saying, "Sonically, it's a metal song with hardcore influences sprinkled in. To us, it felt a little bit like old Machine Head. It's definitely an anthem. As soon as we finished it, I knew it needed a simple repeated line until the drop and 'wall of death' section. We won't even need to tell the crowd what to do."
Guilt Trip will spend the fall touring alongside Kublai Khan and will appear at Louder Than Life in Louisville on September 18 and at New England Metal and Hardcore Fest on September 20.
GUILT TRIP ON TOUR:
WITH KUBLAI KHAN:
9/21 — Sayreville, NJ — Starland Ballroom
9/23 — Buffalo, NY — Buffalo RiverWorks
9/24 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore
9/26 — Mckees Rocks, PA — Roxian Theatre
9/27 — Lakewood, OH — The Roxy
9/28 — Philadelphia, PA — Franklin Music Hall
9/30 — Chicago, IL — The Salt Shed
10/1 — Detroit, MI — The Fillmore Detroit
10/3 — Birmingham, AL — Furnace Fest 2025
10/4 — Charlotte, NC — The Fillmore Charlotte
10/5 — North Myrtle Beach, SC — House of Blues Myrtle Beach
10/7 — Atlanta, GA — The Eastern
10/8 — St Petersburg, FL — Jannus Live
10/10 — San Antonio, TX — Vibes Event Center
10/11 — Houston, TX — White Oak Music Hall
10/12 — Dallas, TX — The Factory In Deep Ellum
10/14 — Kansas City, MO — Uptown Theater
10/15 — Denver, CO — Fillmore Auditorium
10/16 — Albuquerque, NM — Sunshine Theater
10/17 — Tempe, AZ — Marquee Theatre
10/20 — Salt Lake City, UT — Rockwell @ The Complex
10/21 — Boise, ID — Knitting Factory
10/23 — Sacramento, CA — Ace Of Spades
10/24 — San Jose, CA — San Jose Civic
10/25 — Riverside, CA — Riverside Municipal Auditorium
10/26 — Los Angeles, CA — Hollywood Palladium
The Pretty Wild Announce New Album 'zero.point.genesis' out November 21 via Sumerian Records + Drop "PARADOX" Official Video
Rising metaphysical metalcore powerhouse The Pretty Wild have announced their debut album, 'zero.point.genesis' out November 21 via Sumerian Records. The forthcoming full-length includes previously released fan-favorite tracks "OMENS", "Button Eyes", "living ded", and the smash-hit "sLeepwALKeR" will be available as a physical bonus track. Altogether, the tracks have already amassed a staggering 20 million streams on Spotify alone and nearly 3.3 million views and counting on YouTube. In celebration of the news, the sisters have released a new track from the album "PARADOX" and the accompanying official video. When asked about the album, the band shared:
"'zero.point.genesis' is an album of collapse and resurrection, mythic, yet memeable in its rawness. For me, it’s about battling and ultimately healing the fake ego structures forged in trauma that kept me small, erasing my feminine gifts to fall in line. It’s crawling through the haunted shadow void society is too afraid to face, and emerging closer to my core essence through reclamation of those feminine gifts." -JYL
"This record is layered with multiple dimensions of interpretation; the more you listen, the further you traverse through them with us. We pushed into concepts that once felt untouchable to us, we set external input aside, and wrote them anyway. It’s an album of poetic contrasts, brutally heavy moments, with haunting instrumentation and flayed open lyrics. Woven throughout are nods to our personal interests, theatrical elements, classical composition, and moments of rage and playfulness." – JULES
Pre-order 'zero.point.genesis' here, stream "PARADOX" here and watch the official video below.
After a momentous summer tearing up the stage on the Hell Hath No Fury Tour while making their Welcome To Rockville and Inkcarceration debuts, The Pretty Wild will next hit the road with Set It Off, Fame On Fire and VANA beginning Tuesday, October 28 in Atlanta, Georgia. For ticket information, please click here.
The Pretty Wild Upcoming Tour Dates:
10/28/2025 - Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
10/29/2025 - Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works
10/30/2025 - Louisville, KY @ Mercury Ballroom
11/1/2025 - Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues Cleveland
11/4/2025 - Chicago, IL @ House of Blues Chicago
11/7/2025 - Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium
11/8/2025 - Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex
11/10/2025 - Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory - Spokane
11/11/2025 - Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom
11/12/2025 - Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo
11/14/2025 - Sacramento, CA @ Ace Of Spades
11/16/2025 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Regent Theater
11/17/2025 - Santa Ana, CA @ Observatory
11/20/2025 - Houston, TX @ House of Blues Houston
11/21/2025 - Dallas, TX @ Southside Music Hall
11/23/2025 - Lake Buena Vista, FL @ House of Blues Orlando
11/25/2025 - Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart's
11/26/2025 - Detroit, MI @ Saint Andrew's Hall
11/28/2025 - Indianapolis, IN @ Old National Centre
11/30/2025 - Buffalo, NY@ Buffalo RiverWorks
12/1/2025 - Toronto, ON @ The Danforth Music Hall
12/2/2025 - Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club
12/5/2025 - New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
12/6/2025 - Allentown, PA @ Archer Music Hall
12/7/2025 - Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore Philadelphia
12/9/2025 - Baltimore, MD @ Nevermore Hall
12/10/2025 - Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz
ABOUT THE PRETTY WILD
The Pretty Wild is a genre-bending, boundary-breaking powerhouse fusing rebellious spirit with raw, heartfelt lyricism that speaks to a generation craving authenticity. Refusing to be confined by the rules and expectations of traditional society, The Pretty Wild embrace their relentless pursuit of truth beyond societal expectations, all while making music for everyone brave enough to break free. With already amassing over 37 million all-time streams and having made their debut performances this year at major national festivals such as Welcome To Rockville and Inkcarceration 2025, with a upcoming tour with Set It Off, Fame On Fire, and VANA on the horizon, the sky is the limit for the sister duo who are further solidifying themselves as a force to be reckoned with in modern heavy music.
BIG ASS TRUCK I.E. HITCHES THEIR HARDCORE RIG TO NUCLEAR BLAST RECORDS
The Inland Empire, a lovely area just east of Los Angeles and Orange Counties in Southern California known as much for its great weather and beautiful deserts as its devastating wildfires and threatening faultlines, is now the epicenter for one of hardcore music’s biggest breakouts, BIG ASS TRUCK I.E.
Over the last year, the five-piece wrecking crew has slayed the scene faster than the Green Goblin big rig from “Maximum Overdrive.” Armed with only a demo and a couple of singles, BIG ASS TRUCK I.E. have managed to dominate the pit with their reckless brand of cataclysmic hardcore at shows with TERROR, COMEBACK KID and STICK TO YOUR GUNS and performances at Welcome To Rockville, LDB Fest, Sound & Fury, Warped Tour and Inkcarceration to name a few.
Nuclear Blast Records is proud to announce the signing of the Truck, who’ve just dropped a rampaging new track/video called ‘BACK-WHEEL STOMP.’
Commenting on the signing and single the band states:
“We’re super stoked to be on Nuclear Blast! They’re such a legendary label that a lot of our influences have been a part of so it’s also a wild full circle moment for all of us to be involved like this! ‘BACK-WHEEL STOMP’ is one of our heaviest songs we’ve made and it’s just the beginning of what we’re ready to unleash with Nuclear Blast.”
Label Manager and Head of A&R for Nuclear Blast America, Tommy Jones, adds:
“Whatcha gonna do when THE TRUCK runs wild on you?!?”
BIG ASS TRUCK I.E. are currently on tour, performing at Louder Than Life Festival today, followed by headline dates, appearances at New England Metal & Hardcore Festival, Riot Fest and Furnace Fest and a tour with CHIODOS and HAWTHORNE HEIGHTS in November.
Stream ‘BACK-WHEEL STOMP’: https://bigassmftruck.bfan.link/backwheel-stomp
BIG ASS TRUCK I.E. NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES:
Sep 22 - Ottawa, ON - Overflow
Sep 24 - Cleveland, OH - Foundry
Sep 25 - Detroit, MI - Sanctuary
Sep 26 - Indianapolis, IN - Hoosier Dome
Sep 28 - Nashville, TN - The End
Sep 30 - Augusta, GA - Grantski Records
Oct 1 - Columbia, SC - New Brookland Tavern
Oct 2 - Atlanta, GA - Culture Shock
Oct 4 - Birmingham, AL - Furnace Fest
w/CHIODOS & HAWTHORNE HEIGHTS:
Nov 6 - Grand Rapids, MI - GLC Live at 20 Monroe
Nov 7 - Louisville, KY - Mercury Ballroom
Nov 8 - Chattanooga, TN - The Signal
Nov 10 - Fayetteville, AR - Ozark Music Hall
Nov 11 - Memphis, TN - Minglewood Hall
Nov 12 - Huntsville, AL - Mars Music Hall
Nov 13 - Tampa, FL - The Ritz Ybor
Nov 16 - Orlando, FL - Warped Tour
Nov 17 - Atlanta, GA - Tabernacle
Nov 18 - Myrtle Beach, SC - House of Blues
Nov 19 - Virginia Beach, VA - The Dome
Nov 21 - Baltimore, MD - Nevermore Hall
Nov 22 - Bethlehem, PA - Wind Creek Event Center
Nov 23 - Montclair, NJ - The Wellmont Theater
Nov 25 - Boston, MA - Citizens House of Blues
Nov 26 - Wallingford, CT - The Dome @ Toyota Oakdale Theater
Nov 29 - Albany, NY - Empire Live
Nov 30 - Buffalo, NY - Electric City
Dec 1 - Cleveland, OH - House of Blues
Dec 2 - Columbus, OH - KEMBA LIve!
Dec 3 - Cincinnati, OH - Bogart’s
Dec 6 - Milwaukee, WI - The Rave
Dec 7 - West Des Moines, IA - Val Air Ballroom
Dec 10 - Oklahoma City, OK - The Criterion
Dec 11 - Corpus Christi, TX - Concrete St. Amphitheater
Dec 12 - Austin, TX - Emo’s
Dec 14 - Albuquerque, NM - Revel
Dec 16 - Tucson, AZ - Rialto Theatre
Dec 18 - Las Vegas, NV - Brooklyn Bowl
Dec 20 - Riverside, CA - Riverside Auditorium
About BIG ASS TRUCK I.E.:
Born in the inland empire. Fueled by diesel and bad decisions.
2000 horsepower breakdowns. 12-ton riffs. Anyone in the way catches the back wheel stomp.
Not a band. A wrecking crew on bald tires.
BIG ASS TRUCK I.E. isn’t here to partake in hardcore. It’s here to run it over, back it up, and run it over again.
Big riffs. Big energy. BIG ASS TRUCK.
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Varials Return With Video for New Single "I'll Find the Dark" + It Slays
Philadelphia's VARIALS — Skyler Conder, vocals; Shane Lyons, guitar; Mike Foley, bass; Sean Rauchut, drums — have erected a massive, impenetrable, and intimidating wall of sound with "I'll Find the Dark," their first new song since 2022.
Watch the video below.
It's also the first track to feature formidable new frontman Conder, who shares that the song is about "ending it all abruptly."
Squalling feedback, deathcore growls that sound as though they originated in the deepest recesses of hell, and violent, and riffs that sound like detonations are the hallmarks of "I'll Find the Dark." It's heavier than a slab of granite and a welcome return for a revamped and revitalized Varials.
"'I'll Find the Dark' lyrically tries to captivate the overall theme of being consumed by pain throughout existence," says Conder. "The idea was for the instruments to be just as aggressive as the vocals and lyrics of the song itself. The track tries to express the emotional distress of feeling lost within yourself, being terrified of existence and living, as well as trying to overcome some sense of grief and heartache."
Shane Lyon furthers, "The idea was to build a wall of sound that suffocates the listener."
Suffocation has never sounded so good.
This is just the opening salvo from the new and improved VARIALS. More music is on the way. And it's going to be just as vicious.
VARIALS will embark on a tour of Australia with Spite.
ABOUT VARIALS:
Philadelphia's Varials seamlessly alternate between moments of crushing power and melodic poise, unlocking harmony in the middle of opposite poles. So much so that Decibel once raved that "Varials have their own modern spin on hybridizing metal and hardcore into a powerful new amalgam." The band — newly comprised of Skyler Conder (vocals); Shane Lyons (guitar); Mike Foley (bass); and Sean Rauchut (drums) — consistently sharpen their signature style with searing intensity, uncontainable energy, and incredible creativity. Varials began to build their fanbase with Pain Again [2017] and In Darkness [2019]. The latter yielded "Romance," which amassed 21 million streams and counting. Varials next delivered a dose of controlled chaos like with their third full-length, 2022's Scars For You To Remember. Over the course of Varials' career thus far, the band has hit the road with the likes of Wage War, Kublai Khan, and more, holding its own with some of the genre's heaviest hitters and earning its right to be named among the best. Varials' upcoming fourth full-length looks to be the band's most brutal effort yet.
Alt-rock outfit Sword Tongue receives Grammy nomination for 'Bonfire In The Tempest' album
Oakland-based alternative rock / darkwave trio Sword Tongue has received a Grammy nomination for their explosive 'Bonfire In The Tempest' EP, marking a significant milestone for the trio, placing them in a competitive field alongside some of the biggest names in music today. Such recognition is also a powerful testament to their unique sound and resonance with their growing fanbase.
Their fourth EP to date, 'Bonfire In The Tempest' was birthed in an age of cultural upheaval. Bursting with raw emotion, this release is tempered by sophisticated production, launching the band into uncharted territory.
This EP is a love letter to the music we adored in the 90s. Long delays, lush chorus sounds, deep flanges and modulations – a guitar tone chaser’s dream, married with deep distorted growling bass lines, hard driven drums and pulsing, electronic dance beats provide the texture over which soaring female vocals triumph. At times a whisper, and other times a roar, each song crafted in the crucible of these modern, unprecedented times.
In these five loaded tracks, vocalist Jennifer Wilde delivers alluring vocal lines that oscillate between a croon and a roar, seduction and rage. Gaetano Maleki's signature shimmering guitar tones and bass lines mesmerize and ensnare, while Dan Milligan's intricate drum lines drive the message and become the heartbeat of this sonic tour de force reminiscent of the 90s.
Capturing the essence of 90s alternative music, reimagined for a new era, Sword Tongue weaves together rock, industrial, shoegaze, post-punk and trip hop, giving voice to anguish, anger, transformation and triumph. Pulling from an array of musical styles, from electronic music to space rock, this EP is showcased by the singles 'We Are The Resistance' and 'Diamonds To Rust'.
“Originally, this album was meant to be more of a danceable opus with a trip hop flavor. However, after the U.S. Presidential election, we realized that our album had to carry a more specific message on the current pollical climate, on aging, and on transitions. We wanted to give voice to the frustration, the anguish, the strength, and the hope in all of us,” says Jennifer Wilde.
Debuting in 2020 during the pandemic, Sword Tongue creates dark music for dark times, casting a shadow of hope in the twilight. Formed by husband-and-wife duo Gaetano Maleki and Jennifer Wilde, the project is their love language and the culmination of their life’s work as musicians. Wilde, a classically trained vocalist who has performed with the Oakland Symphony Chorus, has been a guest vocalist and lyricist for seminal shoegaze band Love Spirals Downwards. Maleki brings an intensity from his background in heavy music, infusing his shimmering guitar soundscapes with sonic weight.
The pair were then joined by renowned producer and drummer Dan Milligan, whose driving contribution has infused the music with more depth, drive and dimension. The brainchild of The Joy Thieves, he has quite the history co-creating, producing and remixing such artists as Chris Connelly, PIG and Consolidated, and members of such bands as Ministry, Stabbing Westward, The Rollins Band, Killing Joke, David Bowie, Marilyn Manson, Depeche Mode and Nine Inch Nails, among others.
The 'Bonfire In The Tempest' EP is out now as a first-print red variant cassette, including a special album poem inside, and also digitally everywhere, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp.
CREDITS
Lyrics by Jennifer Ryan Wilde
Music written & arranged by Sword Tongue (Wilde / Milligan / Maleki)
Jennifer Ryan Wilde - vocals
Dan Milligan - drums & percussion
Gaetano Maleki - guitar & bass
Produced by Dan Milligan
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
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Igorrr Release "Daemoni" Video
French multi-instrumentalist and producer Gautier Serre has been operating under the name Igorrr for 20 years now, yet each new record still resounds with a startling freshness and radical vitality. Steadfastly unclassifiable fifth album AMEN maintains this impact, blindsiding the listener with a new set of exploratory curveballs and continuing to surprise and unnerve even the most attuned enthusiast.
AMEN is out now via Metal Blade. Get it here.
The record features guest appearances from by Scott Ian (Anthrax), Trey Spruance (Mr. Bungle), and Mike Leon (Soulfly)
Today, Igorrr drops the video for "DAEMONI." Watch it Below.
"The Earth has a demon inside it," the artist states. "The bright side attempted to convert it but didn't succeed, and the gong marked the end of all hope. You can hear the demon's heart. You can hear the ceremony for it to wake up. You can hear the mud and the dirt. You can also hear, with such great strength, the bright side of life fighting before it was destroyed by evil."
IGORRR will tour Europe this fall with Master Boot Records and Imperial Triumphant. The artist plans to return to the U.S. to play live in 2026. Stay tuned for more.
ABOUT IGORRR:
Since signing to Metal Blade in 2017, the Igorrr name has expanded from one man's pseudonym to become a full group identity, but Gautier remains the project's guiding light and mastermind, so he's the best man to ask to describe the indescribable. "This album is definitely darker than its predecessors, it has such a very weighty and solemn vibe that has never been reached before in Igorrr," explains Gautier. "The fact that I recorded a real choir in a church helped this a lot, but above all there has been very long and meticulous work on the sound and the choice of instruments, and deep experimental research to create a unique sound design. Of course, because it's an Igorrr album, there are some more colorful tracks, like 'Blastbeat Falafel,' 'ADHD...' They contrast very much with the ambient heaviness. I need tracks like these on an album, it helps to really get through it fully focused, like a shot of limoncello before the next meal."
With an urge to continually take Igorrr's multifaceted and challenging sound further forward with each release, Gautier has spent a lot of time cultivating multiple new modes and methods of working since 2020's breathtaking, critically acclaimed opus Spirituality And Distortion — which even reached No. 12 on the official German album chart. Gautier has always made clear that Igorrr is as much about the influence of Bach and Chopin as it is about Cannibal Corpse, Aphex Twin, and Meshuggah, but the source of specific stimuli gets harder to ascertain as the process is refined. "It's always difficult for me to know from where the inspiration comes," he muses. "Music is an expression of life, and I would say everything, even what seems the most insignificant thing, can be a source of inspiration. I would say there hasn’t been one event or one experience that has lead me on a creative process, it's more like a cumulation of everything. I love making music, my brain processes music all the time. You cannot imagine the amount of albums and concertos I create during my sleep. The challenge is more how to sort these ideas to keep the ones with the best potential, the ones that I won't get bored of, the ones that I really Love — with a big letter L."
IGORRR ARE:
Gautier Serre — Machines
Jb Le Bail — Vocals
Marthe Alexandre — Vocals
Remi Serafino — Drums
Martyn Clément — Guitars
Fitzsimon and Brogan (FaB) team up with ELO's Martin Smith on 'Flowers at Her Door' single
London-based indie rock / power-pop duo Fitzsimon and Brogan (FaB) are back with their new single 'Flowers At Her Door', released through Booster Music WTPL France. In a music landscape starved for originality, a UK duo is proving that sometimes the freshest sounds are born from old-school inspiration.
FaB is made up of songwriter Neil Fitzsimon and vocalist Bee Brogan, both members of the Sony-licensed band Pretty Blue Gun, who went on to form the London-based songwriting-production partnership FaB Productions and recorded their 'Big Blue World' album at Abbey Road's Studio Two, where The Beatles recorded so many great songs.
FaB has crafted a project that's both emotive and lighthearted, successfully bridging the spirit of '60s and '70s songwriting with a truly new feel. Recorded at FaB Productions, this single was co-produced, mixed and mastered by Martin Smith (Electric Light Orchestra, Shakin' Stevens) at Garage Studios in London. The music and lyrics for 'Flowers at Her Door' are written by Fitzsimon, with Brogan handling vocals, keyboards, drums and engineering.
'Flowers At Her Door' is a sonic and lyrical achievement, calling to mind Debbie Harry with the deep tone of German singer-songwriter Nico. FaB has captured the attention of legends, with David Bowie's drummer Woody Woodmansey praising their ability to stand out from the crowd and Elvis Costello's Pete Thomas saying the avant-garde would be proud.
"This song was inspired by the Ridley Scott film "The Duellists", which depicts the Napoleonic wars and that particular film portrayed decadence, glamour and cruelty in equal measure. We’re trying to achieve the standard of the songwriting of the 1960s/1970s for a modern-day audience," says Neil Fitzsimon.
"My style of writing is old-school, with namely a guitar and a blank page. I give myself 45 minutes to work on a new song and if nothing comes, I’ll put the guitar down and go back to it the following day. It’s amazing how things that seemed insurmountable can then become vividly clear 24 hours later."
This new single follows FaB's latest album 'This Wicked Pantomime', which was co-produced by Pat Collier (Katrina and the Waves, Primal Scream, Maximo Park) at Perry Vale Studios, London and involved dummer Woody Woodmansey (David Bowie Spider's from Mars), as well as Elvis Costello drummer Pete Thomas.
Prior to that, FaB released four well-received albums, including 'Venus in Reverse' (2011), 'His Latest Squeeze' (2015), 'Big Blue World' (2018) and 'The Girl Who Shouted Love at the Heart of the World' (2019), which involved members of The Art of Noise, Eric Clapton bass player Dave Bronze, Moody Blues' Tobias Boshell and Pip Williams (Walker Brothers).
Having toured nationally across the UK and with song placements in Film and TV, they also wrote the musical 'Jack Dagger', which was showcased at the Greenwich Theatre, London for the Musical Futures Award, and also at the Bridewell and the Royal College of Music in London. With chart success in France, Belgium, and South Africa—and a song featured in a U.S. sci-fi film—the band is making waves on every front.
As with their full bouquet of sonic offerings, FaB's 'Flowers at Her Door' can be found across the web's music platforms, including Apple Music and Spotify.
CREDITS
Music and Lyrics by Neil Fitzsimon
All guitars, bass played by Neil Fitzsimon
Vocals, keyboards and engineering by Bee Brogan
Recorded and produced by FaB Productions, London
Mixed and mastered by Martin Smith at Garage Studios, London
Cover artwork by FaB Productions
All songs released via Booster Music WTPL, France
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR
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OBSIDIAN TONGUE Kicks Off West Coast Headliner
Progressive black metal duo OBSIDIAN TONGUE is now kicking off a West Coast U.S. headliner! The trek starts in Seattle, WA today, September 18 and will dominate 10 cities until the final stop in Spring Valley, CA on September 27. The tour will celebrate the release of OBSIDIAN TONGUE's latest studio album, 'Eclipsing Worlds of Scorn." The full itinerary can be found below!
'Eclipsing Worlds of Scorn,' which is out now via Profound Lore Records and can be ordered HERE.
Comprised of multi-instrumentalist Brendan Hayter (Thrawsunblat/Obsequiae live) and drummer Raymond Capizzo (Falls Of Rauros/Panopticon live), OBSIDIAN TONGUE returned to the all-analog Mystic Valley Studio, where their first two records were made, to print their Covid-era home sessions onto two-inch tape. Mixed and mastered in the analog domain as well by Alex Garcia-Rivera, 'Eclipsing Worlds of Scorn' boasts a unique and unmistakable sonic force amidst the modern digital landscape; created with a total absence of click tracks, quantization, or sound replacement of any kind.
OBSIDIAN TONGUE Tour Dates:
09/18: Seattle, WA @ BYC
09/19: Eugene, OR @ John Henry's
09/20: Portland, OR @ High Water Mark
09/21: Olympia, WA @ The Crypt
09/22: Medford, OR @ Rockafairy Express
09/23: Nevada City, NV @ The Owl Cave
09/24: Santa Rosa, CA @ The Shop
09/25: Fresno, CA @ Summer Fox Brewing
09/26: Los Angeles, CA @ Five Star Bar
09/27: Spring Valley, CA @ The Bancroft
Sixteen years into the band’s existence, Obsidian Tongue clearly show no signs of running out of new ways to alter their sound - song by song, album by album.
Lineup:
Brendan Hayter - Guitar, Vocals, Bass, Synth
Raymond Capizzo - Drums
Recorded @ Mystic Valley Studio
Mixed & Mastered by Alex Garcia-Rivera
Photos by: Stephanie Sintra
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Maddox Batson’s Latest Track “Coincidence” Out Now
On the heels of his I Need A Truck Tour kick-off, rising 15-year-old artist and Billboard Magazine’s youngest male artist to appear on 21 Under 21, Maddox Batson, releases the upbeat, sentimental track “Coincidence.” Available via Prosper Entertainment / Warner Records, Batson’s latest admits that a certain kind of love is no coincidence. Listen to the track and watch the music video below.
Written by Beau Bailey, Casey Brown, Travis Wood and Batson, “Coincidence” taps into Batson’s signature combination of vulnerable country lyrics derived from honest observation and young love’s perspective.
Recently, Batson kicked off his I Need A Truck Tour in Richmond, Virginia on September 7 and hits 29 markets before wrapping in his hometown of Birmingham, Alabama on November 2. Key stops include Kansas City, MO; Milwaukee, WI; Pittsburgh, PA; Philadelphia, PA and Boston, MA’s MGM Music Hall at Fenway.
Batson is also joining Lainey Wilson’s Whirlwind Tour for select dates, including a stop at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on October 2.
The 15-year-old also recently released “No More,” a powerful track that taps into heartbreak and healing with a combination of grit, vulnerability and raw emotional delivery. Fueled by a hook-heavy chorus and defiant lyrics, “No More” highlights Batson’s continued evolution as both a songwriter and performer.
NBC Nightly News hailed Batson as “A young star, new on the country charts already striking a chord and hitting all the right notes.” At the same time, Forbes declares him as a teen who “blends country and pop with heartfelt vocals.” Batson continues to build a loyal fan base thanks to his high-energy shows, honest storytelling and genre-blending sound that connects across generations.
Following a breakout year that included his Grand Ole Opry debut, a high-profile appearance at Stagecoach, “Coincidence” is available here and on all streaming platforms.
Photo Credit: ShotsByCarl.LLC
Maddox Batson’s I Need A Truck Tour Routing:
September 19 || Jacksonville, FL || Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
September 20 || LaGrange, GA || Sweetland Amphitheater at Boyd Park
September 21 || Myrtle Beach, SC || House of Blues
September 23 || Columbia, SC || The Senate
September 24 || Greenville, NC || The State Theatre
September 26 || Greensboro, NC || Piedmont Hall
September 27 || Charlotte, NC || The Fillmore Charlotte
September 28 || Norfolk, VA || The NorVa
September 30 || Lexington, KY || Manchester Music Hall
October 1 || Knoxville, TN || The Mill & Mine
October 4 || Fayetteville, AR || JJ's Live
October 5 || Oklahoma City, OK || The Criterion
October 7 || Kansas City, MO || The Truman
October 9 || Milwaukee, WI || The Rave
October 10 || West Des Moines, IA || Val Air Ballroom
October 12 || Omaha, NE || Steelhouse Omaha
October 14 || Grand Rapids, MI || The Intersection
October 21 || Pittsburgh, PA || Stage AE
October 22 || Philadelphia, PA || The Fillmore Philadelphia
October 24 || Huntington, NY || The Paramount
October 25 || Wallingford, CT || The Dome at Toyota Oakdale Theatre
October 26 || Boston, MA || MGM Music Hall at Fenway
October 28 || Sayreville, NJ || Starland Ballroom
October 29 || Silver Spring, MD || The Fillmore Silver Spring
October 31 || Gonzales, LA || Boots On The Bayou Music Festival
November 1 || Brandon, MS || City Hall Live
November 2 || Birmingham, AL || Avondale Brewing Company
Lainey Wilson’s Whirlwind Tour Support Dates:
October 2 || Nashville, TN || Bridgestone Arena
October 16 || Maryland Heights, MO || Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
October 17 || Rosemont, IL || Allstate Arena
October 18 || Saint Paul, MN || Xcel Energy Center
About Maddox Batson:
Maddox Batson navigates the world with wisdom and wit far beyond his 15 years. After the Nashville-born, Alabama-based songwriter began gaining notoriety covering songs from Zach Bryan, Red Clay Strays and more, he started to write his own songs. Thanks to early singles like “Tears In The River” and “I Wanna Know,” Batson quickly showed that he wasn’t only a star at covering country hits, but an excellent writer of his own home-cooked cuts – a practice he saw first-hand as a co-writer on Lana Del Rey and Quavo’s smash hit collaboration, “Tough.”
With the arrival of his deluxe EP First Dance (The After Party), Batson was ready to show the world you’re never too young to be the face of music all while preparing for sold-out live shows across the country with his I Need A Truck Tour. Batson also recently made his debut appearance at Stagecoach Music Festival and released “No More” on July 31. Life is moving fast for the multi-instrumentalist (piano, guitar & mandolin) and he’s trying his best to remain a kid while becoming next up in country-pop music. “It can be overwhelming, this life, but I’ve got a lot of good people surrounding me,” he explains. “I’m still just a kid, though, and I’m happy about that.”
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Greyhaven Drop "Where the Light Leaves Us" Visualizer
GREYHAVEN — Brent Mills [vocals], Nick Spencer [guitar], Johnny Muench[bass], and Ethan Spray [drums] — will release their new album, Keep It Quiet, on October 10 via Solid State. Pre-order the record, produced by Will Putney, here.
The Louisville band shares the visualizer for the new single "Where the Light Leaves Us."
Watch it below.
"Last year was a bit of a struggle for me," says Mills. "I dealt with a lot of things, and I was dealing with them poorly. It's a conversation I was having with myself. I'm saying, 'You've got to dial it back. It's not going in the right direction.' The moment we wrote it in the basement, I knew it was special.”
This fall, Greyhaven will tour the UK and Europe with Better Lovers from September 24 through October 29. Dates are here. The band will also embark on a headline tour of the U.S. in November and December. Those dates are below.
GREYHAVEN ON TOUR:
11/12 — New York, NY — Mercury Lounge
11/13 — Philadelphia, PA — Kung-Fu Necktie
11/14 — Worcester, MA — The Palladium
11/15 — Baltimore. MD — Metro Gallery
11/16 — Richmond, VA — Canal Club
11/19 — Greensboro, NC — Hangar 1819
11/20 — Greenville, SC — Radio Room
11/21 — Atlanta, GA — Masquerade
11/22 — Orlando, FL — Conduit
11/23 — Tampa, FL — Orpheum
11/26 — Nashville, TN — The End
11/29 — Dallas, TX — RBC
12/01 — Anaheim, CA — The Parish @ House Of Blues
12/02 — Phoenix, AZ — Rebel Lounge
12/05 — Denver, CO — Marquis Theatre
12/06 — Kansas City, MO — The Rino
12/08 — Columbus, OH — Ace Of Cups
12/09 — Chicago, IL — Cobra Lounge
12/10 — Detroit, MI — Sanctuary
12/11 — Louisville, KY — Whirling Tiger
12/12 — Pittsburgh, PA — Preserving Underground
12/13 — Indianapolis, IN — Hoosier Dome
ABOUT GREYHAVEN:
Greyhaven tap into the sound of truths unleashed — messy in its disjointed and extreme edges, magnetic in its melodies, and massive in its emotional outpour. The group has remained a singular presence since their 2013 arrival. Tallying millions of streams, they naturally progressed over the course of Empty Black[2018], This Bright and Beautiful World [2022], and the Stereo Grief EP [2024]. The band incited tastemaker applause from Brooklyn Vegan, New Noise Magazine, OnesToWatch, Revolver, and Outburn, who highlighted their "tight, polished sound with the energy of the band’s camaraderie shining through." They've toured with the likes of Silverstein, The Devil Wears Prada, Better Lovers, and more. The Louisville, KY band sonically and personally lay everything on the table with their third full-length album, Keep It Quiet [Solid State Records]. Throughout 2024, the musicians constructed what would become the album, collaborating with producer Will Putney [Body Count, Knocked Loose Bad Omens]. During the sessions, they widened their sonic palette.
Edenbridge Release "Cosmic Embrace" Video From Upcoming Album "Set The Dark On Fire"
With their 12th studio album Set The Dark On Fire and their return to the Steamhammer label, Edenbridge explore new soundscapes without abandoning their tried-and-tested trademarks. This is primarily due to a significantly heavier basic sound, which harmonizes perfectly with the lyrical and visual direction of the Austrian quintet featuring singer Sabine Edelsbacher and composer/guitarist/keyboardist Lanvall.
The songs are characterized by harmonic and structural diversity. Powerful riffs and expansive guitar solos meet opulent, symphonic orchestral arrangements and unusual string instruments rarely used in metal, such as the dulcimer, swarmandal, monochord, and electric sitar. Edelsbacher's warm, distinctive timbre lends the compositions a high level of recognition.
The opener "The Ghostship Diaries" captivates with its multi-layered chorus and a heavy, doomy finale. The ballad "Bonded By The Light" unfolds cinematic grandeur and would also shine as the title track for a certain British secret agent. "Lighthouse," including the intro "Divine Dawn Reveal," exudes a flair, while the pounding mid-tempo track "Our Place Among The Stars" surprises with a gospel-like finale. The album's centerpiece is the 13-minute, four-part long track "Spark Of The Everflame," which impressively summarizes the entire spectrum of the Edenbridge sound.
The debut single "Cosmic Embrace" captivates with its enormous hit count and skillfully ramps up the tempo in its orchestral middle section. The accompanying video captivates with impressive imagery: The labyrinth symbolizes the path to inner contemplation. The energy gathered thereby culminates in blazing fire — a metaphor for transformation and the uplifting connection with solar energy. Image and sound merge into an emotional wave that deeply touches the listener/viewer.
Watch the "Cosmic Embrace" video below.
Set The Dark On Fire will be released on January 16, 2026 through Steamhammer as CD digipak, 2LP gatefold version, and digital and can be pre-ordered here.
Finnish Melodeath Titans WOLFHEART Unleash New Video For "Forefathers", From 'Draconian Darkness II' EP
Finnish melodic death metal titans WOLFHEART have unleashed a new video for "Forefathers", from their new EP, Draconian Darkness II, out now via Reigning Phoenix Music. "Forefathers" lets the dynamic nature of WOLFHEART's sound shine with a blend of stormy orchestrations, layered vocals (featuring performances by members of BEFORE THE DAWN, SUOTANA, and FULL HOUSE BREW CREW), and surprisingly delicate piano accents. With frigid and ferocious vocal deliveries and a massive chorus, the song spins a tale of revenge in a lonesome, bleak northern landscape.
Vocalist Tuomas Saukkonen comments: "'Forefathers' is a musical and lyrical combination of our mythology-themed King of the North (2022) and our latest album Draconian Darkness, which painted a bleak and apocalyptic soundscape. Vengeful and violent text meets mighty nordic riffs and melodies. A perfect partner for the 'Carnivore' single."
Watch the video Below.
This five-track release showcases every facet of WOLFHEART’s trademark sound: raw, poetic, and powerfully atmospheric. Featuring two new tracks (including orchestral and acoustic versions), plus a crushing live rendition from their latest album, Draconian Darkness II captures the band’s cold grandeur in both studio precision and on-stage intensity. Founder Tuomas Saukkonen continues to refine his vision with haunting melodies, relentless drumming, and evocative storytelling rooted in Northern landscapes. Draconian Darkness II is a journey through desolate beauty, bleak emotion, and thundering metal.
Draconian Darkness II is WOLFHEART at their best: melancholic, massive, and deeply melodic. With new songs, orchestral depth, and raw live energy, this EP is a cold flame burning bright in the dark.
WOLFHEART’s Draconian Darkness II EP is out now via Reigning Phoenix Music! Two new tracks (plus orchestral & acoustic versions) and a live cut of crushing northern metal: cold, poetic, and unforgettable.
Order HERE: https://wolfheart.rpm.link/DD2PR
WOLFHEART – Draconian Darkness Over Europe 2025
+ Special guest: Before The Dawn
+ Supports: Suotana & FULL HOUSE B.C. (except for Spain)
About WOLFHEART:
Founded by the hardworking multi-instrumentalist Tuomas Saukkonen (known for BEFORE THE DAWN, BLACK SUN AEON, etc.), WOLFHEART represents a unique blend of sinister atmosphere and intense Northern European metal. Their music combines raw power with poetic depth, earning them significant acclaim within the global metal community.
While WOLFHEART's art is primarily inspired by their Finnish surroundings, their albums weave eclectic stories that connect nature and human emotions. With each release, they have expanded their artistic horizons, continually enriching their musical expression.
WOLFHEART are:
Tuomas Saukkonen | vocals, guitars
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CHRONICLER OF ARDUL Releases New Single “Watch Over Me”
CHRONICLER OF ARDUL, the dark fantasy symphonic death metal project composed and produced by David Williams, presents a new single titled “Watch Over Me.” This song departs from the heavier sonic palette of earlier releases, shifting toward a stripped-down, folk-rooted sound shaped by the world it inhabits.
The track is written from the perspective of travelers in Ardul, where moving between places carries real risk. It speaks from within that moment of vulnerability, not as a theatrical gesture, but as part of everyday life in a world shaped by danger and isolation. The song is not bleak. It reaches upward, asking unseen forces for protection, and gives voice to those hoping to make it home.
“‘Watch Over Me’ is tavern folk song about what it's like being on the road, especially those not prepared for the dangers that lurk in the shadows all around. But it's not a dark song, it's a hopeful song that begs the gods to make sure they are safe and can make it back home.
In Ardul traveling the roads is not taken lightly, but can be a necessary task to overcome. And along side the stories of Myrewood and Sword of Virné, ‘Watch Over Me’ helps tell what life is like in this harsh world.
It was an amazing collaboration to work with Sofia Frasz, most known for her work in Exiled Hope. We had talked before and wanted to combine our bardic powers, and it was a pleasure to finally start working with her.” – David Williams
The recording features Sofia Frasz, vocalist and composer behind EXILED HOPE. Her performance carries the song’s core emotion with clarity and restraint, and adds a distinct perspective to the growing body of work set in Ardul.
“Watch Over Me” expands the narrative established through Myrewood and Sword of Virné, offering a look at the people who move between those stories. It adds depth to the worldbuilding while remaining musically intimate.
About CHRONICLER OF ARDUL:
CHRONICLER OF ARDUL was started as a passion project by David Williams when he wanted to combine his love of metal music and dark fantasy to tell a story that spanned over songs and albums. After graduating from Berklee College of Music, he puts his skills to the test to create the music for a story he had been working on for 9 years. The debut EP called Myrewood released late 2023, with its written short story partner, Myrewood Part 1, published in May 2024. The following EP, Sword Of Virné arrived in the summer of 2024. Musically, CHRONICLER OF ARDUL draws from the likes of SHADOW OF INTENT and MENTAL CRUELTY in the metal world, while also taking inspiration from Japanese composer Nobuo Uematsu.
CHRONICLER OF ARDUL IS:
David Williams – Music and Lyrics
Links:
Website: https://chroniclerofardul.com/
Bandcamp: https://chroniclerofardul.bandcamp.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chronicler_of_ardul/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davidwmusic
