Progressive Rock Duo DATURA LODGE Present New Single "Stone" Featuring Ben Karas (THANK YOU SCIENTIST)

Fulfilling the 'rock' component of their progressive sound in true DATURA LODGE style, the new single release, "Stone", unveils the heavier side of the duo's music. Featuring Ben Karas (THANK YOU SCIENTIST) on violin, the track delivers DATURA LODGE's distinctive melodic edge with humorous contrasting lyrics. 

In this high-octane rock offering, fast-paced distorted rhythms and driving percussion are interspersed with melodic-led sections and powerful vocal harmonies. Technical guitar solos and Ben Karas's electrifying violin solo introduce further intrigue into the musical arrangement of "Stone". 

DATURA LODGE also bring a playful aspect to this new track. The minor tonality of the music intentionally 'clashes' against the nonsensical quality of the lyrics. "I was listening to Lou Reed’s 'middle-aged man era' albums a lot and love how his lyrics are rooted in reality but also very funny". Explains "W". "'Stone' is my third-rate impression of that."

The band's debut self-titled album, Datura Lodge, is scheduled for release later this year via ARQUEN Records. 

Datura Lodge was produced by DATURA LODGE and Ben Karas. Tracks 1-5 were recorded at Frightbox Recording in Passaic, NJ, while tracks 6-9 were recorded at Frost Gauntlet Recording in Lyndhurst, NJ, all with engineer Ben Karas who mixed the album. The release was mastered by Andy VanDette at Evolve Mastering. The cover artwork for Datura Lodge was created by Samantha Feyerabend-Muljat.

Across the album, DATURA LODGE is joined by Adam Holzman on keyboards and Russell Holzman performing drums, with Ben Karas lending violin to "Stone". 

About DATURA LODGE:

DATURA LODGE is the latest musical endeavor from Nicky B and “W". Based out of Bergen County, New Jersey, USA, the duo has been performing music together since their early teens. From taking to stages locally in cover bands to releasing a video performing “Starless” by KING CRIMSON with John Wetton that amassed over 350,000 views on YouTube, the duo brings an array of experiences into their new project. 

Musical inspiration is primarily drawn from legendary progressive rock acts including GENESIS, KING CRIMSON, THE MARS VOLTA, and RUSH. DATURA LODGE strives to inject approachability into their sound while delivering hard-hitting hooks. Taking a bold creative direction, the band incorporates unexpected twists and turns across their tracks.


DATURA LODGE Is:

Nicky B - bass, vocals
“W” - guitar, vocals


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RAHWAY Releases Official Music Video for "Stone"

Stone is a heavy track with attitude, about heartbreak and dealing with it until you have a heart of stone. The killer bass lines and powerful drums, becomes...

Slumlords of New Jersey Out NOW!

New Jersey based heavy rock band RAHWAY, also known as the Slumlords of NJ (which is also the name of the band’s freshly released EP), has released their heavy rock tale of love heartbreak, and coping with the pain, "Stone." Preceded by their poignant video for "Sugar," filmed during the 2020 Lockdown, "Stone" was produced and engineered by Mike Orlando (Adrenaline Mob) and recorded at Sonic Stomp Studios in Staten Island, NY, while the music video was produced, directed, and edited by Larry Jones (Arc Angel Entertainment).

"This song kicks some major ass, but don’t take our word for it, see what some of the leading personnel in the music industry are saying about “Stone”

A step up on all levels from previous stuff.”

-- Eddie Trunk - Q104.3 NYC, Sirius/XM Radio / That Metal Show / VH1 Classic / Author / Syndicated Radio "Eddie Trunk Rocks"

Hard driving new music from Rahway. A burner to fuel your need for speed.”

-- Don Jamieson - Comedian / VH1 Classic / That Metal Show / Emmy Award Winner / Inside the NFL

Heavy Super-Sonic Infectious Explosion!!!

-- Keith Roth - Sirius/XM Radio / Ozzy's Boneyard / Hair Nation / WRAT 95.5 FM

Kick Ass, Hard Rockin’ tune! I imagine myself blasting, horns up, and driving too fast while listening. Love the slow build up, then it kicks in and punches you in the face. Killer track!

-- Sean Patrick - WMGM 103.7 FM - Atlantic City, NJ

Rahway mixes heart and the hardest blistering rock this side of Seether and Theory of a Deadman, they're guaranteed to get any crowd moving with their intense guitar driven live show. Rahway is a nonstop rock fest, with an unlimited amount of energy, guaranteed for every performance. Since rolling out of New Jersey's industrial wasteland, Rahway to be exact, these perennial rock underdogs are ready to take over the world! David Cardenas, guitarist, his brother and drummer Steve Cardenas, along with vocalist Nick Hade and bassist Chigger, feel that their latest 5 song EP, Slumlords of New Jersey, is a fresh opportunity to prove themselves as many bands from Jersey have done in the past.

Rahway's innovative and ever-evolving songwriting makes them one of the most eminent bands of our time. Influenced by legends such as Led ZeppelinSkid RowGodsmack, and Motley Crue, their fusion of power is gaining them popularity very quickly. They are impressive and imminent! Rahway is NOW!

Rahway Is
Nick Hade – Lead vocals 
David Cardenas – Guitar 
Chigger – Bass 
Steve Cardenas – Drums, Backing vocals