The Pretty Wild Unleash Latest Track "living ded" + Official Video (via Sumerian Records)

Rising metaphysical metalcore powerhouse The Pretty Wild have unleashed their new track "living ded" and the accompanying official video (via Sumerian Records). Prior to today, the band released the official music video for "sLeepwALKeR", which climbed the TikTok Viral Music Charts to #43 with 22.6k organic creations on the platform. The sister duo next shared "Button Eyes" which continues to climb the ranks at Active Rock radio. Most recently, The Pretty Wild dropped their banger "OMENS" and official music video. Altogether, the tracks have clocked over 15 million streams on Spotify alone and nearly 2 million views on YouTube. Speaking about today's release, the band shared:

"'Living ded' is about reclaiming power through an intense and seemingly unbeatable struggle. When you’re dragged to your darkest depths, almost into existential collapse, and you find yourself suspended in this kind of weird liminal space. Some choose to stay there, but others self-realize the suffering, refuse to disappear, and choose to rise again as something new raw, almost ghostly or unkillable. You can hear that resurrection point in the lyric ‘in death we wake’." - Jules

"'Living ded' is about the death of the projection society built to contain you in. its for the moment you realize the world insidiously shapes people thru subconscious dynamics into masks they begin to mistake for who they are.

The vampiric theme interwoven in "living ded" addresses the fact paradoxically that we’re all parasites in each other’s myth. We feed off validation, guilt, and projection until the self rots into shape. And we do it to ourselves. That’s the part no one wants to take accountability for." - Jyl

Stream "living ded" here and watch the official video below.

Fans will have their chance to see the band live beginning next week on the Hell Hath No Fury Tour, alongside In This Moment, Wargasm and Kat Von D, as well as at one of the summer's most anticipated North American festivals, Inkcarceration 2025. For ticket information, please click here.

The Pretty Wild Upcoming Tour Dates:

Wed Jul 16 – Green Bay, WI – Epic Events Center

Sat Jul 19 – Mansfield, OH – Inkcarceration Festival +

Tue Jul 22 – Nashville, TN – Marathon Music Works

Wed Jul 23 – Chattanooga, TN – The Signal

Thu Jul 24 – Chesterfield, MO – The Factory

Sat Jul 26 – Council Bluffs, IA – Harrah's Stir Cove

Sun Jul 27 – Denver, CO – Unhinged Fest*

Tue Jul 29 – Springfield, MO – Gillioz Theatre

Wed Jul 30 – Memphis, TN – Graceland Sound Stage

Fri Aug 01 – Dubuque, IA – Q Casino - Back Waters Stage

Sat Aug 02 – Grand Rapids, MI – GLC Live at 20 Monroe

Sun Aug 03 – Wheeling, WV – Capitol Theatre

Tue Aug 05 – Rochester, NY – Kodak Center Theater

Wed Aug 06 – Schenectady, NY – Proctors Theatre

Fri Aug 08 – Detroit, MI – Masonic Temple Theatre

Sat Aug 09 – Hammond, IN – The Venue at Horseshoe

Sun Aug 10 – Indianapolis, IN – Egyptian Room at Old National Centre

Tue Aug 12 – Richmond, VA – The National

Thu Aug 14 – Worcester, MA – Palladium

Fri Aug 15 – Hanover, MD – The Hall at Live!

Sat Aug 16 – Atlantic City, NJ – Tropicana Showroom at Tropicana Atlantic City

+Festival Date

*No The Pretty Wild

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 planned performances this year at major national festivals such as Welcome To Rockville and Inkcarceration 2025, as well as the hotly-anticipated Hell Hath No Fury tour with In This Moment, Wargasm, and Kat Von D, 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.

Silly Goose Announce "Keys to the City" Album + Share Double Single

Buzzy rap x rock wunderkinds Silly Goose are back with an album full of ragers and party jams. As is always the case with the Goose, they don't simply crash the party. They take over the party.

Today, the band has announced that its new album Keys to the City will arrive on October 10 via Blue Grape Music. Pre-order it here.

They are also dropping not one but two singles because why not? They've shared the title track and "Now Dance." Listen here.

Watch the video for "Keys to the City," co-directed by Jackson Foster and Tyler Horner in the band's beloved home city of the ATL, below.

"Sometimes you just have to take what's yours," the band says about the title track. "It's a shame that the local government of Atlanta hasn't given Silly G the keys to the city."

Hey, powers-that-be in the ATL! Are you listening? 

Silly Goose are touring through 2025, supporting Landmvrks this fall. They will appear at Long Beach Warped Tour the weekend of July 26 and 27 and at Lollapalooza on July 31.

SILLY GOOSE ON TOUR:
WITH LANDMVRKS, THORNHILL, + RESOLVE:
9/14 — Montreal, QC — Mtelus
9/15 — Worcester, MA — The Palladium 
9/16 — New York, NY — Irving Plaza
9/18 — Louisville, KY — Louder Than Life
9/19 — Madison, WI — Majestic Theatre 
9/20 — Chicago, IL — House of Blues 
9/21 — Minneapolis, MN — The Lyric at Skyway 
9/23 — Denver, CO — The Summit 
9/24 — Salt Lake City, UT — Metro Music Hall 
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 
10/3 — Sacramento, CA — Aftershock 
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 

THE JOTUNN Present Cover of "Suicide Nation"

Melodic death quintet THE JOTUNN present a ferocious take on AT THE GATES's "Suicide Nation". The ensemble from Ohio, US, cultivate an intense sonic experience by compiling symphonic elements on top of melodic death metal and melodic deathcore: "We really like to wear our influences on our sleeve and let those influences breathe life in to songs that can stand on their own." "Suicide Nation" is the first of a tripart offering landing over the summer of 2025.

"AT THE GATES is a HEAVY influence for this band", vocalist Paul Kahan explains. "Slaughter of the Soul is a defining album for us as listeners and players. We along with so many other bands have used this album as a blueprint for how melodic metal should sound for a long time.

Kahan also has a personal connection with "Suicide Nation". Kahan recalls the first time he heard the track: "I was absolutely blown away. I remember that being a really pivotal moment for me personally with music. It became one of my favorite songs of all time and I remember in the back of my head that if I ever had the opportunity to do a cover this would be the first one I pitched. I basically begged the band to do it."

About THE JOTUNN:
Based out of Cleveland and Columbus Ohio, THE JOTUNN formed in 2021 after guitarist and songwriter Shawn Kahan presented a number of demos to Paul Kahan. Soon producer Cole Martinez (ABIGAIL WILLIAMS, WHITECHAPEL, ABORTED) was on board taking up the role of bassist and producer of their music. Nick Amato (ATOMIC WITCH) performed drums on the band's debut album Graveworshipper (2022), prior to Adam Biats joining the line-up. The outfit was awarded the Columbus Artist Grant in 2023, and subsequently in 2025. THE JOTUNN's EP Summoner arrived in 2024, and is set to be followed in 2025 by two cover releases and a new original track. Cole left the band in June 2025 on good terms, leading to the arrival of Leo Debevc on guitar and Londyn Hager on bass. 

THE JOTUNN is:
Paul Kahan - Vocals
Shawn Kahan - Guitar
Leo Debevc - Guitar
Londyn Snow - Bass
Adam Biats - Drums

Links:
Streaming links: www.thejotunn.com
Bandcamp: https://jotunn.bandcamp.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheJotunnBand/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejotunnband/

Credits: 
Recording Studio: Conquistador Studios
Engineered, Mixed and Mastered: Cole Martinez
Performed by The Jötunn
Song Written by At the Gates

Alt-pop songstress Celeste Corsano moves forward and upward with new 'Stuck' single

Presenting the third in a trilogy of singles this year, alternative pop artist Celeste Corsano presents 'Stuck',  a tender exploration of being caught in the inescapable grip of an emotional impasse. Here she masterfully conveys the struggle of a mind wrestling with an unyielding heart, creating an intimate space where raw emotion takes center-stage.

In a world clamouring for bombast, Corsano delivers a powerful intimacy in this raw, unfiltered dive into the tender corners of the human heart, delivered with a disarming simplicity that belies its profound emotional depth.  Revealing a vulnerability that is both deeply personal and strikingly relatable, her sparse, almost childlike vocals amplify its impact.

"'Stuck' is a "little" song with a big meaning.  The lyrics come from a tender place that needed simplicity and not a big vocal sound.  Actually, any time I tried to sing it any differently, the vocals still came out simplistic and childlike," says Celeste Corsano.  

"There aren't many lyrics but there is the play on the lyric "something in the way". The first verse  meaning "something in the way that I'm feeling", and the second verse to mean "something is in my way...something in my heart". Both refer to a heart situation that I can't let go of.  I'm stuck, for better or worse in a vulnerable heart space. "I should know better.."  says the mind....how do you tell a heart that?? There's some more going on in these brief lyrics and I hope it speaks to you too."

Earlier, Corsano released the singles 'Nightbird' and 'Sunlight Gazing'. With hues of Kate Bush and Tori Amos, this singer-songwriter is the latest artist to be added to the growing roster of the blossoming Montclair, NJ-based indie label Magic Door Record Label. 

Corsano's music blends poetic lyricism with adventurous arrangements, unexpected rhythms and a distinct emotional range -- from ethereal and moody to playful and bold. With a natural use of mixed meters and layered vocal timbres, her fearless approach to storytelling conveys a deeper truth.

For the past year, Corsano has been working with renowned producer Ray Ketchem (Guided by Voices, Elk City, Gramercy Arms, Luna, Crash Harmony) at Magic Door Recording Studio, who produced, recorded, mixed and mastered this release, as well as several recordings to follow. 

With Ketchem also on drums, this single also features fantastically notable guitarist James Mastro (The Bongos, Mott the Hoople, Ian Hunter, Patti Smith, John Cale) and keyboardist-bass player David Nagler of Nova Social (who has also played with Joan Baez, Aaron Neville, Rosanne Cash, Andrew Bird, Steve Earleand Yo La Tengo).

"When I first brought the demo to Ray Ketchem, drummer on all of my recordings and producer / engineer at Magic Door Recording, he remarked about the time changes.  Actually all the singles I brought to him had some time changes and Ray did a fantastic job interpreting them into the arrangement with the drums.  I write on piano, so it was percussive already, but was fully realized and blossomed into the wonderful arrangements  that all three songs are now," says Celeste Corsano.

"Guitarist James Mastro and synth and bass player, David Nagler added the perfect touches to the arrangement, complete with a great guitar solo, and some added percussion to finish off the song perfectly."

Born into a musical family, Celeste is inspired by her brothers - Latin roots musician Tony Corsano and avant-garde percussionist Chris Corsano (Björk, Kim Gordon, Thurston Moore). After discovering the pulse of the new wave and punk scenes, Corsano was initiated in NYC’s live music scene, in addition to writing poetry, studying art and absorbing sound at a granular level. Initially performing Celtic and Bluegrass music in the tri-state area, she has evolved as a solo artist and songwriter.

Corsano also honed her ear during countless studio recording sessions, attended with her ex-husband Brad Morrison, producer and founder of Absolute A-Go-Go Records, known for working with such notable artists as Phish, the Figgs and Spiral Jetty.

As of July 8, 'Stuck' is available from fine online music platforms, including Bandcamp, where 'Sunlight Gazing' and 'Nightbird' can also be found. 

CREDITS
Written by Celeste Corsano
Produced by Ray Ketchem
Celeste Corsano - vocals and piano
James Mastro - guitars
David Nagler - bass and synths
Ray Ketchem - drums
Cover artwork by Chris Corsano
Released by Magic Door Record Label
Recorded, mixed & mastered by Ray Ketchem at Magic Door, Montclair NJ
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR


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Pushing Veronica Unleashes Explosive New Single "WASTED"

Prepare to get obliterated in the best way possible—PUSHING VERONICA is back with a vengeance, dropping their blistering new single "WASTED", a riotous, no-holds-barred anthem drenched in fury, hooks, and unapologetic chaos. The track is now available on all major streaming platforms.

"WASTED," by PUSHING VERONICA

is a raw and raging punk anthem for anyone who's ever been ghosted after an interview, told they’re “not the right fit,” or handed a rejection email five minutes after applying. With razor-sharp guitars and lyrics that spit in the face of corporate nonsense, this song sets the tone for defiance, desperation, and dark humor.

BIO

SoCal alt-rock powerhouse

PUSHING VERONICA first emerged as the brainchild of then-16 year old frontman

Julien Silvås, a lifelong musician who’d already established himself on the scene via a

Warped Tour appearance with his previous band, The Local Rebellion. Fixated on a mission to herald a renaissance in the worlds of pop-punk and rock, Julien continued to grow the lineup — currently consisting of original founding member and bassist Noah Rozansky, guitarist Hunter Kubat, guitarist Daniel Flores and drummer Jason Maser.

Known for their uniquely catchy signature sound, PUSHING VERONICA build on the groundwork laid by legends from Queens of the Stone Ageand Rage Against the Machine to Foo Fighters, Nirvana, The Offspring and beyond with an uninhibitedly irreverent approach. Lauded by major outlets like Alternative Press for their “infectious and high-spirited Green Day-like stylings”, the band have continued to grow their diverse and loyal fanbase over 4 US tours and a slew of other electric live performances to date.

Following a string of achievements including collaborating with renowned directors Dean Karr and Brian Cox on music videos and working with Grammy-winning producer Dave Schiffman, PUSHING VERONICA'S momentum is now at an all-time high as they prepare for their most ambitious year yet.

S.O.R.M Unleashes Intense Heavy Rock Offering 'The Sacrifice'! ​ 

Swedish hard rock outfit S.O.R.M has officially unleashed their brand new track, 'The Sacrifice', which offers another powerful statement from the Lidköping-based four-piece. The stand-alone single is out now via Noble Demon and available for streaming. 

The band offers insight into the single’s core message: "The new single is a song that speaks to everyone. It’s about all the sacrifices we do just so we can keep on living. At the end we all turn to the lord and ask for a hero that can help lead the way. My problems in life are different from yours but we all sometimes need to do sacrifices to keep on moving forward. The hardest work is to sacrifice something without regrets. But in the end we always wonder if he hears you calling out."

Formed in 2017, S.O.R.M quickly made a name for themselves with the release of their outstanding "Hellraiser" EP (2020), which introduced the band to the world and captivated audiences with their infectious hooks right from the start. The band's 2023 debut album, "Under My Skin" (Noble Demon), further solidified their position in the hard rock scene, featuring guest appearances by legendary guitarists Doug Blair of W.A.S.P. and Nick Petrino of Dee Snider.

Get the album HERE

HMF - Hellraiser Metal Festival - Arranged by S.O.R.M*
Viking Line Birka Cruise **
Konsert & Kongress with Mikkey Dee & Friends +

 

 

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Chase Rice Soundtracks Summer with "Two Tone Trippin'" Feat. Wyatt McCubbin Out Now

Just in time for Independence Day cookouts and back-road getaways, Chase Rice delivers “Two Tone Trippin’”– a jangly, guitar-picking joyride that captures the heart of summer and the spirit of a classic American truck. Featuring fellow singer-songwriter Wyatt McCubbin, the nostalgic new single is available everywhere today as the first preview of new music to come later this year. Listen Below.
 
A feel-good celebration of freedom, young love and the timeless charm of a two-tone pickup, “Two Tone Trippin’” takes a well-worn symbol of Country storytelling and revs it up with fresh detail and classic Country flair. Rice and McCubbin – who cowrote the song with producer Oscar Charles – trade verses like old friends swapping stories on the tailgate, with a toe-tapping arrangement and vivid, boots-on-the-dash imagery:

“Wyatt, Oscar and I were driving around Rollinsville, Colorado, and we kept noticing two-tone trucks everywhere. Oscar finally said, ‘Man, this must be where two-tones go to die.’ Then out of nowhere, he goes, ‘We should write a song called ‘Two Tone Trippin’,’” recalls Rice. “I had just bought a ‘72 two-tone Chevy, so I was all about it. I think we wrote the whole thing in about 45 minutes – no rules, not even a chorus. We just straight up had fun on this one. And everything you hear in the recording – the playing and the singing – was all one take.”
 
McCubbin – known for penning songs for artists including Lainey Wilson, Luke Combs, Zach Top, Cody Johnson and more in addition to his own solo career – adds a soulful layer to the track introducing the next chapter in Rice’s career, which promises to further expand his evolution as an artist. More new music is expected later this year, as Rice continues to lean into his roots and the unfiltered storytelling that earned 2024’s independent release Go Down Singin’ widespread critical praise. 
 
American Songwriter celebrated the “introspective authenticity and Rice‘s dedication to change his career narrative from backward ball cap party guy to serious songwriter,” noting that much of the new music “walks the line between traditional Country and Bluegrass,” while Billboard notes it “leans toward rootsier, raw-rock driven sounds, trading party anthems for introspective lyrical themes…. as his voice conveys a crackling warmth of self-reflection and an easy-going comfortableness.”
 
“Rice’s knack for a good melody is still well intact,” adds Rolling Stone, “but this time it’s used to tell a good story, not fit into a radio algorithm… [Rice] has stopped worrying about where the songs will land, and realized that the best art exists not by trying to get a bloated Number One, nor by trying to adhere to some purist outlaw notion, either. It’s the organic sweet spot in the middle.”
 
For more information on all things Chase Rice, visit ChaseRice.com and follow on Facebook, Twitter/X and TikTok@ChaseRiceMusic and on Instagram @ChaseRice.

Dizzy F'n Reed (Guns N' Roses) Releases New Single “Falling Down 2gether” via 50q records ​    

Legendary rock pianist/keyboardist and longtime Guns N’ Roses member Dizzy F’n Reed has just dropped his brand-new single, “Falling Down 2gether,” out today via 50q records. The track is the second single off his upcoming full length solo album Rock ‘N’ Roll Chose Me, which will see its physical vinyl release on August 22, 2025, with the digital full-length album release following on September 5, 2025.

 

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Dizzy Reed and Pittsburgh based 50q records are proud to present his second solo album Rock ‘N’ Roll Chose Me, a personal and socially reflective 10-song album exploring themes of letting go, mental health struggles, the American Dream, and the unifying power of music, all viewed through a lens of perseverance, connection, and the human cost of chasing meaning in a divided society.

 

Written and produced by Dizzy Reed, the album is a gritty, emotionally charged journey. It was co-produced by Jason Achilles Mezilis, with lyrics co-written by Nadja, Del James, and Reed himself. The album was mixed by Evan Rodaniche and mastered by Gentry Studer.

 

Currently on tour with Guns N’ Roses, Dizzy Reed continues to balance his legacy as a rock icon with his ever-evolving role as a songwriter, storyteller, and solo artist.

 

For fans of hard rock with heart and authenticity, Rock 'N' Roll Chose Me is the next chapter in Dizzy Reed’s musical journey.

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MORS PRINCIPIUM EST Release Towering New Single "Monuments"

Melodic death metal icons MORS PRINCIPIUM EST erupt with their crushing new single "Monuments" and it’s a relentless display of aggression, precision, and dark melody taken from their ninth studio chapter. Already hailed as a fan and artist favourite across the metal scene, the track sets its sights high, backed by a legacy of 24 million Spotify plays across the band’s top ten songs. The next milestone is built on unshakable ground.

‘Monuments’ is out now on all digital platforms , Listen Below.

The track is taken from Darkness Invisible, the band’s long-awaited new album, out September 26, 2025 via PERCEPTION - A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music. Recorded at Ansa Studio in Finland and mixed/mastered by Jens Bogren and Tony Lindgren at Fascination Street Studios in Sweden, the record blends razor-sharp riffing, sweeping orchestration, and Ville Viljanen’s unmistakable vocals with a more cinematic and emotionally dynamic sound.

Pre-order Darkness Invisible: https://mpe.rpm.link/darknessinvisiblePR

About MORS PRINCIPIUM EST

Over the course of seven original studio albums, MORS PRICIPIUM EST refined their modern approach to melodic death metal again and again. Members came and gone, but their music remained untouched: razor-sharp riffing, sweeping orchestration, melancholic harmonies, and relentless rhythmic precision - topped by Ville Viljanen’s unmistakable vocals.

MORS PRINCIPIUM EST were founded in Pori in 1999 and are one of the longest serving Finnish melodic death metal bands. With frontman Viljanen being the most stable members, the present quintet survived several line-up changes before original members and guitarists Jori Haukio and Jarkko Kokko returned to MPE and already took part in recording their latest offering “Liberate The Unborn Inhumanity” [2022]. Also contributing to these refreshing re-recordings from their early years were former bassist Teemu Heinola and drummer Marko Tommila. A statement to honour the group’s history and to celebrate the freshly motivated line-up, which is now set to blast out their ninth album titled Darkness Invisible on September 26, 2025 through new label home PERCEPTION.
 
MORS PRINCIPIUM EST are:
Ville Viljanen | vocals
Jori Haukio | guitars, programming
Jarkko Kokko | guitars
Teemu Heinola | bass
Marko Tommila | drums
 
More on MPE:
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SOL INVICTO Release 21 Minute Concept Single "Initium" ft Zach Hill

Sol Invicto have released "Initium ft. Zach Hill" - a 21-minute single that marks the starting point of a project that was never built to follow rules. Originally recorded in 2011 and shared only with the band’s private fan club community, this is the first time the track will be available publicly, in full, without edits or post-production polish. Listen HERE and watch the visualizer below.

The track was produced, composed, and mixed by Richie Londres, who built Sol Invicto to operate outside the machinery of conventional release cycles or studio expectations. His approach was, and still is. deliberately raw. Built from dense industrial textures, tribal percussion, and rhythmic structures borrowed from electronic music, "Initium" exists to communicate something that couldn’t be said another way.

 

Backing Londres are core members Stephen Carpenter (Deftones) on guitar and Eric Bobo (Cypress Hill) on percussion, with co-production and editing by AJ Cookson. The track was mastered by legendary UK drum & bass producer, Technical Itch.

 

Initium also features a rare, extended guest performance from Zach Hill, captured in a single early session. Known for his work with Hella, Death Grips, and Team Sleep, Hill brought a level of speed and volatility that reshaped the track’s energy from the ground up. His performance doesn’t settle. It pulls the piece forward without warning, fracturing the rhythm and rebuilding it in real time. Across 21 minutes, there’s no repetition—just movement.

 

The release is dedicated to Jack, a young boy whose story stayed with Londres long after the track was finished. Jack lived with high-sensory autism and physical disabilities. Music, sound, and even light were too much for him to process. His mother wrote to Londres years ago to share what happened when "Initium" was accidentally played during one of Jack’s dental appointments. He didn’t shut down. He didn’t cry. He tapped along and he smiled. It was the first time in his life he had done so. Jack connected deeply with Londres’ work and only his work. Nothing else broke through. Not even Deftones. Jack has since passed away. He was buried with a copy of Sol Invicto’s music.

“Jack’s mother’s testimony meant more to me than any Grammy or award ever could. In a cold and heartless industry that exploits and controls creativity, her message gave me a reason to carry on. As a non-conformist who has always rejected mainstream pressures, I realized I wasn’t making music for myself but for a higher calling—to create art that connects, heals, and transforms lives. This release of Initium is dedicated to Jack’s memory and his family, honoring the miraculous connection we shared and the purpose they inspired in my work.” 



"Initium" is for the outliers. The purists. The ones who hear music in shapes and shadows. It’s for Jack.

Knosis Unleash"Tanebi" Ahead of Debut Album "Genknosis" Out 8/1

Japanese metal juggernaut KNOSIS, the visionary project led by acclaimed multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Ryo Kinoshita, return with a blistering new single "TANEBI."

 It's the latest offering from their forthcoming debut full-length album, GENKNOSIS, arriving August 1 via SharpTone Records.

Following the release of the pulverizing singles "FUHAI" (featuring Yukina of Hanabie), "SHINMON," and the emotionally raw "DOKUNUMA," "TANEBI" (translated as "Seed Fire") continues to build the firestorm around GENKNOSIS. Combining razor-sharp riffs, thunderous rhythms, and Kinoshita's signature blend of guttural intensity and haunting melody, the track captures KNOSIS at their most urgent and dynamic.

With each new release, KNOSIS are solidifying their place as one of the most compelling and forward-thinking voices in modern heavy music. GENKNOSIS promises a genre-defying exploration of spiritual tension, emotional collapse, and the will to rise.

Watch the "TANEBI" visualizer

Morgan Wallen Releases New Amazon Music Original Cover, "Graveyard Whistling [Amazon Music Original]"

Amazon Music announced and released the digital track by 19-time Billboard Music Award winner Morgan Wallen, “Graveyard Whistling [Amazon Music Original],” a reimagined version of the 2014 song by English rock band, Nothing But Thieves.
 
Wallen showcases his vocal versatility and emotional depth, while capturing the track through a country lens. The song trades the original’s alt-rock sound for a more introspective, acoustic-driven atmosphere. While staying true to the heartfelt lyrics, Wallen infuses them with the raw sincerity and soul of modern country storytelling.

Listen to “Graveyard Whistling [Amazon Music Original]” exclusively on Amazon Music here.
 
Amazon Music will also release the track as an exclusive, limited edition 7” later this year. Available on September 19 the release features new, original artwork and features “Dark Til Daylight” as the b-side to the track. Fans in the U.S. can pre-order the exclusive 7” now only in the Amazon Music app here.
 
Wallen’s Amazon Music Original arrives on the heels of the release of his most recent album, I’m The Problem, with overwhelming fan response leading to a fifth week at No. 1 on Billboard's Top 200. With the release, Wallen broke the record for most streamed country record in its first day on Amazon Music. 

About Morgan Wallen:
Morgan Wallen sets the pace in, and beyond, country music – with Billboard calling him “one of the biggest stars in the music world right now” and The New Yorker adding “[he’s] popular on a scale that seems to circumvent genre entirely.” With 18 No. 1 singles at Country radio, 19 Billboard Music Awards to-date, more than 190 weeks spent atop Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart (the most in country music history), the highest selling country tour under his belt and more, Wallen has propelled country music to a global level in less than five years. 
 
Wallen’s fourth studio album, I’m The Problem, available now via Big Loud / Mercury, debuted at No. 1 globally across seven countries; while his preceding albums – Dangerous: The Double Album and One Thing At A Time – have remained in the top 10 of the Billboard 200 chart for more than 100 weeks each, making him the first artist ever to achieve that feat. I’m The Problem – which Hits Daily Double observes is “a 37-song cycle of self-reckoning” – has already yielded three No. 1’s at Country radio, including the title track, which has remained at No. 1 for eight weeks. Wallen also broke his own record for the most simultaneous entries in Billboard Hot 100 History, with 37 songs charting on release week.
 
Wallen’s 20-stadium-show 2025 I’m the Problem Tour kicked off on June 20 in Houston, Texas. Coupled with his personally-curated, multi-genre Sand In My Boots Music Festival in Gulf Shores, Alabama and album release show at The Roundhouse in London in May, these 22 shows are the only place to see the superstar this year.
 
Wallen continues to donate a portion of every ticket sold to his Morgan Wallen Foundation — which supports youth music and athletic programs and gives communities access to essentials in times of crisis. More at MorganWallen.com.
 
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K.K. DOWNING PAYS TRIBUTE TO ROCKA ROLLA 50TH ANNIVERSARY WITH NEW COVER OF “NEVER SATISFIED”

K.K. Downing, a founding member of Judas Priest and leader of KK’s Priest, has released an updated version of “Never Satisfied” as a tribute to the recent 50th Anniversary of Judas Priest’s debut album, Rocka Rolla. 

Originally appearing on the 1974 album Rocka Rolla, and as the B-side single to its title track, “Never Satisfied” was co-written by Downing and Al Atkins—the band’s original lead singer prior to Rob Halford.  

Reflecting on the updated version, K.K. shared:

“It’s a real treat and great fun to revisit and record this version of ‘Never Satisfied,’ a song I co-wrote over 50 years ago! I really didn’t overthink it—I just plugged in my guitar drifting back to a time when Metal was an embryo of an idea. I knew the song already sounded great with Rob Halford, but I was especially keen on hearing the mighty Ripper Owens on the vocals.” 

K.K. added, “The response to the 50th anniversary of Rocka Rolla has been so well received, I wanted to do a little something to add to the celebration — and I can see “Never Satisfied” becoming a fan favorite at a future KK’s Priest show!”

The new version of “Never Satisfied” is now available for streaming and downloading via Exciter Records, in partnership with K.K.’s label Hellfire Thunderbolt Records. 

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Exciter Records, owned by publisher Reach Music, recently acquired the masters and publishing rights to both Rocka Rolla and Sad Wings of Destiny by Judas Priest. A 50th anniversary release of Sad Wings of Destiny in 2026 is currently in production.

Ray Hawthorne Announces New Album & Lets Loose On "And the Horse You Rode in On"!

Pop punk disruptor, Ray Hawthorne, has officially returned today with his latest single, "And the Horse You Rode in On", a revenge-fueled anthem that delivers grit, wit, and absolutely no closure. Blending heartbreak, sarcasm, and just the right amount of emotional stability, the new track marks the beginning of a new chapter as Ray Hawthorne also announces his sophomore record, "Ray Hawthorne Isn't Real", out on August 14th. Fans can pre-save the upcoming album HERE and pre-order the vinyl HERE.

Coming off his debut album "Ray Hawthorne Sucks" and a string of singles that blurred the lines between self-deprecation and self-destruction, "And the Horse You Rode in On" sets the tone for yet another brash, bold, and unfiltered era. Wrestling with identity, burned bridges, late night regrets, and the very real possibility that Ray Hawthorne is just a guy screaming into the void (and somehow making it sound catchy), "Ray Hawthorne Isn't Real" finds Hawthorne loud, petty and deeply cathartic.

With his heart on his sleeve as he nears the release of his sophomore record, Ray Hawthorne cuts through the noise:

"Have you ever been so pissed off that you wrote a whole series of songs and then deleted most of them because they included too much personal information about the person you were pissed off at but then one of them was actually pretty fun so you released it? No? Just me? Cool. Well. That’s my story. Listen to it if you want a first hand perspective on feeling like you’re getting back at someone but in all actuality you’re just pretending you’re both still cool with each other for some reason. Or just like… turn your brain off and have fun because I say the F word a lot in the chorus.”

Renowned for his work in North Kingsley, the acclaimed project alongside Shavo Odadjian of System of a Down, Hawthorne initially captured hearts as the Heartbreak Hero with his inaugural solo release "Heartbreak Feels Good in a Place Like This". Building on his solo work, his debut record "Ray Hawthorne Sucks" further cemented his status as a bold new voice in pop punk, quickly amassing a devoted following and over 15 million streams across all streaming platforms for his magnetic charm and razor-sharp wit.

Picking up where his debut record, "Ray Hawthorne Sucks", left off, the upcoming sophomore record captures the raw energy of late-night confessionals and the polished punch of modern pop punk. "Ray Hawthorne Isn't Real" is an invitation to embrace the chaos, laugh at the pain, and maybe, just maybe, find a little redemption along the way.

Be sure to stay tuned for more Ray Hawthorne news coming very soon.

Fans can pre-save the upcoming album HERE and pre-order the vinyl HERE.

Plush Releases New Single “Why” with David Draiman of Disturbed

Rock band PLUSH drops their latest single “Why,” a track that was co-written and

co-produced by Moriah Formica, David Draiman of Disturbed, along with Johnny K. Following the release of PLUSH'S live album, “Why” lets the band explore sonically while still paying homage to their signature hard rock sound that fans know and love.

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Vocalist and guitarist Moriah Formica says, “We live in challenging times. That reality has often left me feeling deeply empty and hopeless. ‘Why’ is a song that conveys that sentiment.”

On collaborating with Draiman and Johnny K, Formica notes, “Writing this with David Draimanwas an amazing experience. It was also special to be able to co-produce with Johnny K, who was instrumental in helping to launch Disturbed and Plush, so there was a familiar energy throughout the process.”

To commemorate the single, PLUSH has new merchandise for “Why,” which is currently available for pre-order on their website.

There are two bundle options are as follows:

Catch PLUSH on the Edge of Destruction tour this summer. The band will be touring the US, starting on July 18 in New Bedford, MA, at The Vault. The Edge of Destruction tour goes through September and ends in Hampton, NH, on September 25 at Wally’s. Plush has meet & greets available for the tour. 

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Plush is a rock band with a mission to bring rock back to the forefront of the music industry. The band is composed of talented young women, ranging from 20-23, whose accomplishments and talent eclipse their age.

Plush is fronted by singer, songwriter and guitarist Moriah Formica, bassist Ashley Suppa, and drummer Faith Powell.

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Stripping the Pistol Release New Single "Sunshine in the Rain" via TLG|ZOID ​    

Chicago’s own Stripping the Pistol have unveiled their new single, “Sunshine in the Rain,” out now via TLG|ZOID and distributed by Virgin Music Group. The emotionally resonant track is accompanied by a lyric video and marks the band’s fifth single, continuing their tradition of rule-breaking, straight-in-your-face rock 'n' roll.

 

In a remarkable endorsement, the late Roy Thomas Baker—iconic producer behind Queen, The Cars, and Journey—was an outspoken fan of the song. He compared it to “music the greats made in the 1970s,” noting that while it’s not retro in sound, “it’s audacious enough to try and reach those heights.”

 

The band shares:

"In a bleak world people often don’t see the sunshine through the rain.   For many music can provide the sunshine.  We believe this song can do that for some of those listeners.   While it has a feel of a ballad, we weave in some heavy elements.  The ying and yang works. The dual vocals represent the two extremes of life.  We believe this is a special song the like of which isn’t heard today.   The late great Roy Thomas Baker who produced all the amazing Queen records was a huge fan of the song.  He claimed it sounded like music the greats made in the 1970s.  Not that it is a 1970s inspired track, but that it is audacious enough to try and reach those heights."

 

This band is about straight-in-your-face rock n’ roll. Stripping the Pistol formed with the intention of breaking the rules. The Chicago band blends aggression with melody. The seamless interplay of the dueling vocalists is balanced by the precision, power, and energy of the music.

 

WATCH the Lyric Video for "Sunshine in the Rain" now and stream the single on all digital platforms.

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PLAIINS Drop New Single "C'est La Vie" Off Debut Album "Happy Faces"

Fiery indie punk band PLAIINS have released new single "C'est La Vie." 

It's the fourth track from their upcoming debut album Happy Faces, set for release on August 15 via Long Branch Records. 

"'C'est La Vie' is about my excitement to move to Hamburg and take the plunge," says frontman Chris Reardon. "I was so sick of London at that point. The cost of the city and the difficulty of breaking into the industry. Meetings with labels and deals on the table, the excitement then nothing, over and over to the point that I set up my own label and started releasing music and getting out there. But it was tough and I was so ready to leave."

Stream "C'est La Vie" and pre-order the album here.

PLAIINS have been on a steamroller since their inception in late 2020. Having played with the likes of ITCHY, Cold Years, LEAP, Press Club, and many more, the band in 2024 signed with Long Branch Records/SPV and is pleased to soon present their debut album Happy Faces. The hard-working group has already released over 20 songs to date, regularly hitting the top playlists on Spotify

"I wanted us to make an album that would stand the test of time, is coherent and characterful, unique and of our own and would be a great contribution to the wonderful catalogue of rock music. I have so much love, reverence and adoration for the greats and I wanted us to at least be on that level," says Reardon.

PLAIINS ARE:
Chris Reardon — Vocals + Guitars
Timon Lanzinger — Bass
David Suhlrie — Drums
Florian Kaninck — Guitars

FAN-FUELED FIRE: ALEXANDRA KAY DROPS SULTRY NEW TRACK “FEMININE ENERGY” AMIDST VIRAL DEMAND

With a fiercely loyal 8.6M-strong following, powerhouse vocalist and heart-first lyricist Alexandra Kay today delivers the sultry new anthem “Feminine Energy” that radiates confidence, allure and full-throttle sensuality. Fusing flirtatious-pop shimmer and bold-country attitude, the track depicts how a fearless love can awaken a woman’s most radiant and powerful self. Listen below.

Rushing to drop the empowering anthem, once her teases exploded online, her inbox and comments were flooded with release manifestations. Originally slated to release with her sophomore album later this year – when fans demand, Alexandra listens. Giving another glimpse into her hotly awaited new project and more on the way soon, “Feminine Energy” follows the dreaming romance of “The Last” and captivating singalong “Cupid’s A Cowgirl.” 

Having just wrapped two headlining tours that included commanding stages worldwide and selling well-over 80,000 tickets, the Pandora “2025 Artist to Watch: Country” and CMT “2025 Next Women of Country” member will join Brad Paisley on tour this summer – but not before delivering a pulse-pounding, encore-worthy sold-out hometown show at St. Louis Music Park. She also added “business owner” to her repertoire this week by opening her first coffee shop, The Coffee Girl, in Waterloo, Ill. on June 19 where she greeted fans for nearly six hours at the establishment. In addition, she’ll  be returning to the Grand Ole Opry stage on June 27 in Nashville. 

Known as “The Coffee Girl” for her “Coffee Covers” series on social media, where she delivered soulful renditions of country classics while making her morning coffee, The Coffee Girl celebrates how far she’s come.

Turning casual morning routines into must-watch moments, the rising powerhouse racked up millions of views. Her cover of Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” alone skyrocketed past 60 million views and caught the attention of legends like Randy Travis and Tim McGraw—who later invited her on tour. Raw, nostalgic, and wildly addictive - what started as a front-porch-worthy phenomenon, turning her cozy kitchen corner into country music fans’ favorite stage, became a full-blown launchpad for her career and now first business endeavor. And, it all started with just a mason jar, knockout vocals and a little “Feminine Energy.”

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NEW MUSIC FROM ADAMEZRA GROUP – “SWEET BEAUTIFUL THING” OUT NOW

“SWEET BEAUTIFUL THING” OUT TODAY ANYWHERE YOU CAN STREAM MUSIC!!
We are so excited to share this new song with you!! 

This may be the most joyously poppy song we’ve ever released…inspired by driving in the car with my 3 year old, Willa.  To me this song will always embody the feeling I get when looking through my rearview, watching my daughter experience the world as it rolls by her window…sun out…music blasting…filled with the joy and adventure of the day…

THANK YOU FOR THE FOLLOWS, STREAMS, LIKES, SHARES, AND PLAYLIST ADDS OF OUR SONGS ON PLATFORMS LIKE SPOTIFY, APPLE MUSIC, AND PANDORA, YOU ARE BECOMING PART OF OUR LITTLE UNDERGROUND ENGINE THAT IS CURRENTLY TRIGGERING ALGORITHMS AND GETTING OUR MUSIC RECOMMENDED TO NEW FANS ALL OVER THE WORLD!!

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Metal Band 40 Cycle Hum Release New Single "RISE UP" via TLG | ZOID ​   

Heavy-hitting metal act 40 Cycle Hum released their new single, "RISE UP," via TLG | ZOID and distributed by Virgin Music Group. The single made an immediate impact, landing in the Top 5 Most Added on the Metal Contraband chart and breaking into the Top 5 Heavy Adds in its first week of release. In its second week "Rise Up"  lands in the top 20 this week on The Metal Contraband Radio chart at #20* and debut's on The NACC Hard Chart landing at #17.

 

Drummer Francis Ruiz states, "'Rise Up' is  a song about showing up every day and facing whatever life throws at you and conquering. It is a very empowering topic." Brandon Mitchell, the band's vocalist adds, "To quote a lyric from 'Rise Up' 'We've waited long enough, gotta get it out, let it out'."
 

"RISE UP" is now available on all major streaming platforms. For more information on 40 Cycle Hum, including upcoming releases and tour dates, visit their official website and follow them on social media.

 

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In a world overwhelmed with musical diversity, ideology and artistic bias, it can sometimes be a daunting task seeking out those talents truly worthy of praise. Let’s face it - everyone is aware that it should all be about the music, but in a society that thrives on social media influencers, overblown pop star frenzies  dictating everything and force feeding social & corporate money making gimmicks, the music has regrettably taken a back seat. Still there are those few uncompromising musicians scattered among us that prefer to rely on good old-fashioned brow-beating hard work rather than succumb to the prefabricated mainstream success that is so prevalent in today’s modern musical arena.

 

Enter 40 Cycle Hum, whose genuine approach to writing and performing is sure to cause fans and industry types everywhere to stand up and take notice. This latest powerhouse offering boasts a massive punch and will no doubt have even the most docile fans throwing their fists to the air. Produced and engineered by Stevo Bruno (Five Finger Death Punch, Motley Crue, Prong), and mastered by the late great George Marino of Sterling Sound.  The album features 12 scorching tracks including “Seven Stitches”, "Rise Up”, and more. In addition the CD is packaged with original artwork by famed horror director Clive Barker (Hellraiser, Lords of Illusion, Gods & Monsters). 40 CYCLE HUM is the long awaited triumphant follow-up to the band’s 2006 debut, Secret Skin!

 

The band’s inception featured Singer/Frontman/Guitarist Brandon Mitchell, Guitarist Rocky George (of Suicidal Tendencies/ Infections Grooves),  Bassist Mike Duda (of W.A.S.P., and Drummer Francis Ruiz (Buckcherry) who were involved in much of shaping the band’s direction and songwriting approach.   The industry would then call on Rocky George and Mike Duda to fulfill their responsibilities in their other respective bands.  Mike was called back to W.A.S.P., and Rocky was called to FISHBONE. 

 

It was at that time guitarist Mark Zavon (Kill Devil Hill), and Bassist Kenny Lefort joined the fold and began forging a new path ahead.  As fate would dictate,  the musical climate changed among other developments, and eventually resulted in the band members pursuing other musical endeavors.    

 

While the guys have individually and collectively paid their dues, and have been a part of many musical collaborations and bands, the fact that what they created together is “worthy”.    Worthy of being heard, shared, loved by true music fans,  but also worthy of being performed and recognized along side of their established musical cohorts & peers.  With the band members having remained in touch with each other and remaining active in the music world,  the universe has now set the stage to allow 40 Cycle Hum to share the great music they have created! 

 

“Music is a tough business; the cards are stacked against you before you even get started. But if you're in it for the right reasons it becomes its own reward. We all have to pay the bills, but at the end of the day, nothing beats doing something you really love.”

 

Originality is a scarce thing in music anymore, although once in a while there are definitely worthwhile exceptions.  40 Cycle Hum are no different than other musicians in that the are a product of their influences, but by combining their influences, they make music that remains fresh and relevant to today’s listeners. 

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