SPOKEN New Album 'Reflection' Out Now Via XOVR Records. New Track "In The Dark" Also Released

Today, Spoken celebrates an impressive milestone with the release of their 10th studio album and their first in 7 years, 'Reflection', via XOVR Records, the recently launched label co-founded by Korn’s Brian 'Head' Welch. Alongside the album, the band has unveiled focus track, "In The Dark", a further testament to Spoken's enduring sound and creative vision, which comes accompanied by an official music video. Listen to the full album HERE and watch the video below.

Frontman Matt Baird expresses his excitement: "It’s finally here! Our new record 'Reflection' is out. We’re so excited for you to hear this collection of songs, and have the opportunity to play them on the road. Thank you for listening."

Brian 'Head' Welch speaks to the band's enduring legacy: "Spoken is a band with a great story, passionate tenacity and an impeccable track record. It’s been seven long years since their last release, and I’m confident 'Reflection' will completely satisfy the die-hard Spoken fans while gaining many more."

The album is available now on all streaming platforms, and the music video for "In The Dark" can be viewed on the band's official YouTube channel.

'Reflection' marks a significant milestone for Spoken, coming seven years after their last album. With an intriguing blend of melody, aggression, thought-provoking lyrics, dynamic guitar riffs, and meticulously crafted drums, the album emerges not just as a culmination of Spoken's artistry, honed over two decades. It's a sonic mirror that reflects the band’s growth and the connection they share with their fans. It's an exploration of the journey of life, a testament to resilience and the power of moving forward with hope. 

Fans can gain intimate insight into the band's journey as Baird joins Welch in conversation for XOVR Record's 'Artist Spotlight' series, now streaming on the XOVR Records YouTube and can be watched below.

Spoken are

Matt Baird

J.R. Bareis

Dylan Levernoch 

Jared Wisner

SPOKEN Drop New Single, "Sleeper" Feat. Ryan Clark From Demon Hunter

Los Angeles, CA Spoken have released their brand new single, "Sleeper" featuring Ryan Clark of Demon Hunter today, The new track is the third to be released from Spoken's upcoming album, 'Reflection' which is set to be released on March 15th via XOVR Records - the new label venture co-founded by Brian 'Head' Welch (Korn and Love and Death). Spoken were announced last year as the new label's inaugural signing featuring Welch’s Love and Death guitarist and bandmate, JR Bareis. Stream "Sleeper" feat Ryan Clark of Demon Hunter HERE and watch the visualizer below.

Speaking on their latest track, Spoken share "In 2006, we were fortunate to do a 6 week tour with Demon Hunter. We’ve stayed in touch over the years, and we’re so excited to have Ryan Clark on this song."

'Reflection' marks a significant milestone for Spoken, coming seven years after their last album. With an intriguing blend of melody, aggression, thought-provoking lyrics, dynamic guitar riffs, and meticulously crafted drums, the album is poised to be a favourite among fans and a catalyst for garnering a new wave of followers. 'Reflection' is not just an album; it's an exploration of the journey of life, a testament to resilience and the power of moving forward with hope. A limited number of special pre-order bundles are available now HERE, featuring new merch, autographed collectibles and more.

Spoken are

Matt Baird

J.R. Bareis

Dylan Levernoch 

Jared Wisner

Spoken feat. Brian 'Head' Welch; New Single "Anymore"

Spoken have their brand new single, "Anymore" feat. Brian 'Head' Welch today, The new track is the second to be released off their upcoming album, 'Reflection' which is set to be released on March 15th via XOVR Records - the new label venture between Brian 'Head' Welch (Korn and Love and Death) and his long-time personal manager, David W. Williams. Spoken are the label's inaugural signing featuring Welch’s Love and Death guitarist and bandmate, JR Bareis. Furthering the connection, Welch also appears on today's release, lending his inimitable vocal stylings to the track. Stream "Anymore" HERE and watch the visualizer HERE or by clicking below.

Speaking on his involvement with singing the band and performing on their new track, Brian 'Head' Welch shares

"Collaborating with Matt Baird on Love and Death's first record with the cover song "Whip It" from Devo happened years ago, so jumping on their track "Anymore" was long overdue!It was great to pick up the mic again, to do some vocals, especially because this song crushes! It's hard and aggressive in all the right ways, but the chorus has such a great hook that I think this will be one of the fan favorites off Spoken's new album, Reflection."

'Reflection' marks a significant milestone for Spoken, coming seven years after their last album. With an intriguing blend of melody, aggression, thought-provoking lyrics, dynamic guitar riffs, and meticulously crafted drums, the album is poised to be a favourite among fans and a catalyst for garnering a new wave of followers. 'Reflection' is not just an album; it's an exploration of the journey of life, a testament to resilience and the power of moving forward with hope. A limited number of special pre-order bundles are available now HERE, featuring new merch, autographed collectibles and more. 

Spoken are

Matt Baird

J.R. Bareis

Dylan Levernoch 

Jared Wisner

Brian ‘Head’ Welch Launches New Record Label; XOVR Records.

Brian 'Head' Welch, renowned for his work with Korn and Love and Death, and his longtime personal manager, David W. Williams, have today announced brand new record label venture - XOVR Records (pronounced Crossover Records). The new label launches with the announcement of the long-awaited tenth album from Spoken, XOVR’s inaugural signing featuring Welch’s Love and Death guitarist and bandmate, JR Bareis. Titled 'Reflection', the record is set to release on March 15th, 2024. A limited number of special pre-order bundles are available now HERE, featuring new merch, autographed collectibles and more. 

To help usher in this new era, Spoken have also released brand new single, album title-track “Reflection” - stream HERE and watch the official music video below. Speaking on the themes of the album and it’s title track, the band share

“Remembering our past should shape us, but never define us, especially if the past brings disappointment, heartache, or pain. Instead, we embrace the lessons learned, and move forward believing our future is alive” 

Speaking on the announcement of his new label venture and Spoken’s new release, Brian ‘Head’ Welch shares 

"It is a complete pleasure to work together with my long time friend and solo manager David Williams to start XOVR. I am equally excited to work on our first release with Spoken, featuring our brother JR from Love and Death. Led by our bro Matt Baird, Spoken has been one of the hardest working bands in rock 'n’ roll; they have an incredible reputation for grinding it out because they love what they do so much. I can't wait for everyone to hear Spoken's latest release, it is truly an epic album! Follow us to keep up to date about future projects we'll be releasing through XOVR, including the band Dose of Adolescence, coming in 2024!"

Reflection' marks a significant milestone for Spoken, coming seven years after their last album. With an intriguing blend of melody, aggression, thought-provoking lyrics, dynamic guitar riffs, and meticulously crafted drums, the album is poised to be a favourite among fans and a catalyst for garnering a new wave of followers. 'Reflection' is not just an album; it's an exploration of the journey of life, a testament to resilience and the power of moving forward with hope.

Spoken are

Matt Baird

J.R. Bareis

Dylan Levernoch 

Jared Wisner

Children of the Sün Release New Album 'Roots'

Sweden’s retro rockers Children of the Sün have released their new studio album, 'Roots'. The sextet's sophomore full length is a natural progression from their highly praised debut album 'Flowers'. While the sound is refined and structurally more direct, the Woodstock loving hippie-spirit of the band shines on the 13 new tracks from their new album. With a retro sound and soulful, multi-layered vocal harmonies, 'Roots' reflects a journey through life towards finding oneself; with songs about ups and downs, love and hate, light and darkness.

"On your journey through life, you grow like a tree. Everything that you have been, who you are right now and who you may become, once started with your roots."

'Roots' was recorded at Church Bay Records in Arvika, Sweden. It was mixed by the guitarist Jacob Hellenrud and mastered by Hans Olsson at Svenska Grammofon Studion (Graveyard, Soundtrack of our Lives, The Hives). The album cover was illustrated by Revolver Design, who has previously provided artwork for bands such as Alter Bridge, Louise Lemón, and Nephila.

'Roots' is out now via The Sign Records. The album is available in CD, vinyl, and digital formats.

Get 'Roots' on LP/CD:

https://childrenofthesunofficial.bandcamp.com/

https://freighttrain.se/the-sign-records/children-of-the-s%C3%BCn/

Children of the Sün Bio:

Inspired by Janis Joplin, Rival Sons, and the free lovin’ spirit of 1969’s legendary Woodstock Festival, Children of the Sün embody both the carefree and reflective sides of classic rock music. Following their 2018 success in the Swedish music competition Livekarusellen, the band released a self-titled EP and later came under the wing of The Sign Records, joining acts such as Hällas, MaidaVale, Skraeckoedlan, and The Hawkins. In 2019 the band released their first full-length album Flowers which was received with great love from the audience and the vinyl sold out just a few months after the release.

The song “Her Game” from their debut album got chosen by the Swedish nationwide newspaper Aftonbladet on their list of best rock songs of 2019.

Since then the band has played on festivals and stages around Sweden including Arvika Hamnfest, Festival Of The Midnight Sun, Putte i Parken, The Sign fest and hosted their own show in a barn out in the woods together with drummer Björn Fryklund (Freak Kitchen) Earlier this year they supported Trummor & Orgel on their tour.

Children of the Sün is:

Josefina Berglund Ekholm - Lead Vocals

Ottilia Berglund Ekholm - Choir

Wilma Ås - Choir, Keys

Jacob Hellenrud - Guitar

Ida Wahl - Bass

Johan Lööf - Drums


Connect Children of the Sün:

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

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

Bandcamp: https://childrenofthesunofficial.bandcamp.com/