CROBOT Unleash Lyric Video for new song “GUN TO MY HEAD” Add U.K. Tour Dates

Today marks an exciting milestone with the release of the Official “Gun To My Head” lyric video, the song is now available on all platforms. It’s time to turn up the volume and immerse yourself in the electrifying sound of Crobot, as their music promises to propel you into an exhilarating journey beyond the stars. As the band wraps up their US tour, the anticipation builds for their upcoming adventure in the United Kingdom. Fans should prepare for an unforgettable experience, kicking off on December 2 in Southampton and culminating in a spectacular finale on December 14 in Brighton. Buckle up for a wild ride filled with

energy and passion!

There’s a special kind of madness that happens when a band circles back to its roots — that wild-eyed realization that the thing you were chasing was behind you the whole damn time. CROBOT are standing right there now, staring down the beast they built, grinning through the smoke.

Brandon Yeagley still preaches his gospel from behind the mic like some back-alley shaman with a harmonica holstered for punctuation. Christopher Bishop remains the riff conjurer — tone soaked in engine grease and snake oil, as if the guitar itself were trying to escape the song. And with the arrival of brothers Willie (bass, vocals) and Nico Jansen (drums, percussion), the band’s pulse has started to sound downright dangerous again — thick, swinging, and impossible to fake.

Every band says they’re “getting back to their roots.” Most of them mean they’re out of ideas. CROBOT means it like a blood oath. They’ve stripped it all down to the muscle and marrow, rediscovering that holy intersection where Sabbath’s weight meets Funkadelic’s freak, where Clutch’s swagger shakes hands in the Blood, Sugar, Sex, Magic Chili-Peppers era. This isn’t nostalgia — it’s resurrection. The past few years have sanded off a lot of pretense. What’s left is a band that’s learned how to breathe again, how to groove again, how to trust the dirt under their boots. They’ve been through the industry grinder, the touring trenches, the ego traps, and the inner wars — and somehow came out grinning wider, riffing harder, and sounding more alive than they have

in a decade.

That rebirth roars to life on “Gun to My Head,” the first shot fired from their upcoming album. It’s CROBOT at their most unfiltered — hook-heavy, groove-drenched, and thick with the kind of swagger that makes amps sweat. The song’s chorus swings like a pendulum between surrender and salvation, the sound of four musicians testing their own limits and finding freedom on the other side. It’s not about violence — it’s about the pressure of transformation, the push and pull between love, truth, and the kind of pain that forces

you to evolve.

“Sometimes you’re forced to take a step back and reflect on what really matters,” explains Yeagley. “Every note has a reason, every word a purpose. We’re etching something in-blood into the CROBOT discography - and Gun to My Headfelt like the best taste of what’s to come.”

CROBOT in 2025 isn’t chasing relevance. They’re chasing feel. That unspoken alchemy that happens when four lunatics hit a downbeat and the room levitates for a second. They’ve traded the smoke and mirrors for sweat and instinct,

and it shows.

Call it rebirth, call it regression, call it whatever you want — CROBOT is back where they belong: knee-deep in the groove, grinning like thieves, and daring you to

prove them wrong.

REMAINING US DATES

11/20 Asheville, NC - Eulogy

11/21 Raleigh, NC - The Pour House

11/22 Baltimore, MD - Metro Gallery

11/23 Philadelphia, PA - MilkBoy

Illusions of Grandeur Unleash Their Darkest Anthem Yet with New Single “CURSES”

Cinematic metal titans Illusions of Grandeur erupt into a new era with the release of their thunderous and theatrical new single, “CURSES.” Known for fusing bone-crushing metal with immersive world-building and dramatic storytelling, the band once again raises the stakes, dragging listeners deeper into their mythic universe.

ABOUT THE SONG:

The song "Curses" by Illusions of Grandeur explores themes of consequence, judgment, and the power of words, continuing the band's narrative-driven style rooted in Greek mythology The song deals directly with the concept of curses and their inescapable consequences. The lyrics begin, "Listen carefully, Lessons silence teach, The more you learn, The less you speak, Wisdom wanes, What lies beneath, Curses, Spoken, Webs your Words wea...". This suggests that actions and even words have lasting, often negative, impacts that can ensnare a person.

BIO:

Illusions of Grandeur

is a powerful female-fronted metal band that captivates audiences with their dynamic sound and theatrical performances.

Illusions Of Grandeur is a Theatrical Hard Rock/Fantasy Metal band based in

Los Angeles, CA USA.

Their performance, “The Siren Saga”, is a story of the journeys, perils, and triumphs of the Siren and her warriors. The story mixes facts and fiction combining Greek and Norse Mythology, Sirens, Gods, Archangels.

SOUND FURY MAGAZINE Announces their own 2025 Music Awards Celebrating the Loudest, Boldest, and Most Fearless in Rock and Metal

The amps are cranked, the mics are live, and the fury is about to erupt.

Sound Fury Magazine and founder

Evan J. Thomas proudly announces the first annual Sound Fury Magazine Music Awards 2025, a high-voltage celebration honoring the year’s most explosive artists in rock, metal, punk, and alternative music.

From underground scene-shakers to arena dominators, the Sound Fury Music Awards spotlight the artists, albums, and performances that defined the sound of rebellion in 2025. This year’s ceremony promises to push the limits even further — bigger categories, fun categories, louder performances, and a

fan-driven spirit that captures the true heart of heavy music.

“This isn’t your typical awards show,” says Evan J. Thomas, Editor of Sound Fury Magazine. “This is something a bit different — a celebration of passion, creativity, and the unstoppable energy of rock and metal culture. The Sound Fury Magazine Awards are about giving the spotlight back to the artists and fans who keep the fire burning.”

The 2025 categories include fan favorites such as:

  • Album of the Year

  • Song of the Year

  • Breakthrough Artist

  • Live Performance of the Year

  • Music Video of the Year

  • Best Underground Act

  • Fan’s Choice Award For Favorite Band

  • Fan’s Choice Award For Favorite Song

  • Riff of the Year

  • Best Tour Name

This year also introduces new categories that celebrate the ever-evolving scene — honoring artists who blur genres and redefine what it means to be heavy.

Fans will be able to cast their votes online beginning December 1 with winners

announced during the official

Sound Fury Magazine Awards

event streaming TBA on all major platforms.

The 2025 event will feature special guest appearances and the debut of the Sound Fury Magazine Hall of Legends, recognizing lifetime contributions to the world of rock and metal.

About Sound Fury Magazine

Sound Fury Magazine was the mastermind from TAG Publicity head publicist

Evan J. Thomas and is the ultimate destination for rock, metal, and alternative music fans. Debuting in April 2025 with issues being released quarterly (March, June, September, December) Dedicated to amplifying the voices of both emerging and established artists, the publication delivers bold interviews, in-depth features, bad ass photography, concert reviews, opinion pieces and raw coverage that celebrates the energy and evolution of the modern rock,

metal and punk scene.

2 Issues have been released to date

Vol. 1 Summer 2025 feat. Carla Harvey

Vol. 2 Fall 2025 feat. Ozzy Osbourne

TYKETTO ANNOUNCE NEW STUDIO ALBUM CLOSER TO THE SUN SET FOR RELEASE MARCH 20 NEW SINGLE ‘HIGHER THAN HIGH’ OUT NOW

Hard rocking songsmiths TYKETTO will release their 6th studio album, Closer To The Sun, through Silver Lining Music on March 20th 2026, and with it, unleash some of their best, supremely crafted rock anthems celebratingthe return of this criminally underrated quintet originally founded in New York.

The first video and single taken from Closer To The Sun,

‘Higher Than High' is a burst of swing and swagger that perfectly captures Tyketto’s deep appreciation for the emancipation that music can bring. That spirit rings out unmistakably as vocalist and founding member

Danny Vaughn roars: “In the space you can learn to heal/There is music that helps you feel/Higher than high”.

“Higher Than High is, in my estimation, classic Tyketto, where difficulties in life are seen and named but hope and, more importantly, music, is the thing that gets us through,” comments Danny Vaughn. “It's the first single from our new album which we think is going to be a real favorite with the fans. The song and the album say ‘play me loudly and take me for a drive.’”

Watch/Listen to ‘Higher Than High’ below – directed and edited by Scott Wardell; filmed by

Paul Hollingsworth at KK’s Steel Mill.

Throughout Closer To The Sun, Tyketto speak to the listener about true life loves, losses and pleasures. From the title track’s triumphant, anthemic appreciation of love’s power, to the punchy rawness built to make fists rise and hearts race of “Hit Me Where It Hurts”, to the power balladry of “The Picture”, Tyketto continue to confidently stride the same musical terrain as the likes of Whitesnake and Aerosmith, with the added bonus of being fresh to the ears of many.

Joined by Harry Scott Elliott on guitar, Ged Rylands on keyboards, Chris Childs (Thunder) on bass and Johnny Dee(Doro) on drums, Vaughn leads a lineup that brings exceptional performances and undeniable fire to every track, reaffirming Tyketto as one of rock’s most respected and enduring names. Closer To The Sun was recorded across multiple studios in the UK and Europe, including Flip

Flop Studios and the legendary Rockfield Studios in Wales.

In support of the album’s release, Tyketto have already announced a string of dates for 2026, kicking off at

Planet Rock’s Winter’s End festival in Porthcawl, Wales—and with a full UK Tour set for the spring and European shows to be revealed soon, fans should keep their eyes peeled for what’s coming next.

For a full list of upcoming shows and tickets visit: tyketto.com

Band Line-Up:

DANNY VAUGHN – Lead & backing vocals, acoustic & electric guitars, harmonica, keyboards and percussion

CHRIS CHILDS – Bass Guitar, percussion, keyboards, backing vocals

JOHNNY DEE – Drums, percussion, backing vocals

HARRY SCOTT ELLIOTT – Lead and rhythm electric guitars, percussion, backing vocals

GED RYLANDS – Keyboards, percussion, backing vocals

Follow Tyketto:

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www.youtube.com/@TykettoOfficial

SUNVOLUME Ignites with Explosive New Video for “RIFF CITY” — A Loud, Unapologetic Ode to Pure Rock ’N’ Roll

The amps are roaring, the lights are blinding, and the swagger is undeniable —

SUNVOLUME have arrived with their brand-new single and video “Riff City”, an electrifying anthem that captures the raw, high-voltage essence of modern rock in its purest form.

Directed with cinematic grit and energy that bleeds straight from the stage to the screen, “Riff City” is more than a song — it’s a mission statement. The track barrels forward with thunderous riffs and gritty grooves dripping with attitude, channeling the spirit of ’70s arena rock and 90's grunge through a modern lens that feels fresh, dangerous, and downright addictive.

SUNVOLUME SPOTIFY

Video Filmed/ Edited by:

Terrell Williams of Effeno Films

www.EffenoFilms.com

SUNVOLUME BANDCAMP

BIO:

SUNVOLUME is a rock band from Chicago, Illinois. Formed in 2020 by Justin Sanetra (Guitar, Vocals), Jimmy Russell (Bass), &

Brett Sassetti (Drums). The band has released 7 singles, 1 mixtape, & 2 covers (Day 'N' Nite by Kid Cudi & Somebody To Love by Jefferson Airplane). They have performed at the NXNE music festival (Toronto), Norman Music Festival (Oklahoma) and shared the stage with bands like Everclear, Powerman 5000, Hinder, Smile Empty Soul, Saliva, Crobot, Saving Abel, Dead Poet Society, Tigercub, & more. Their music has been featured on Spotify's "All New Rock" editorial playlist, SiriusXM Octane, & as the "Hit Of The Day" on 95.1FM WIIL ROCK. The band is currently working on their debut album with producer Chris Gelin (Smashing Pumpkins, Korn, Tom Morello).

UPCOMING SHOW:

FREE New Years Eve Rock & Roll party at Reggies in Chicago, IL!!!

Wednesday, December 31st

8pm doors | 9pm show | 21+

Full Bar + Food Menu

SUNVOLUME

Ricky Liontones

The Midnight Calls

The Kozmic Kicks

BEYOND FORGIVENESS Unleashes a Storm of Emotion and Power on Their Newest Album COLD AS WINTER’S ICE

The veil of frost has descended, and from the heart of the storm rises BEYOND FORGIVENESS, returning with their breathtaking newest album, Cold as Winter’s Ice — a sweeping symphonic metal odyssey that melds beauty, fury, and emotion into one cinematic experience.

Beyond Forgiveness Bio:

Where light and darkness interweave, where brutal death metal and angelic classical voices coexist on the same plane, and a storyland of myth and legend transport you away into a realm of symphonic beautality, you will encounter the band Beyond Forgiveness. The U.S. based band emerged in 2014 as a studio project formed by death metal guitarists Greg Witwer and Richard Marcus. Collaborating with classical vocalist and orchestrator, TaliaHoit, drummer Sean Rogers, and bassist Jim Lasselle, Beyond Forgiveness combined contrasting musical styles into an epic adventure of symphonic metal.

In 2016, the band released an EP, “The Ferryman’s Shore”. The release was embraced by the underground symphonic metal scene with rave reviews, and the band’s signature sound was dubbed “beautality”. The band followed with touring in Europe and two additional full length albums, “The Great Wall” in 2017, and “Live to Tell the Story” in 2019, each becoming more symphonically charged. With lyrics ranging from emotional turmoil to Tolkien-eque fantasy, the music explores the paradoxes of a wide range of human experience and musical style. Incorporating extreme metal elements as well as classical composition, the band continues to push boundaries to create art as a metaphor of life. Although Jim and Richard have since left, the band had already composed and recorded an epic new album, exploring deep into the wilderness of universal human experiences, available now.

Talia Hoit - Vocals

Greg Witwer - Guitar | Vocals

Sean Rogers - Drums | Percussion

RAVEN BLACK Unveils Video for "Black Sonata," a Beautiful, Dark and Tragic Melodies Rise to the Moment of Raven’s Death

The twisted carnival of theatrical metal known as

RAVEN BLACK has once again opened the gates to their haunted world with the release of their latest visual masterpiece, “Black Sonata.” Serving as the title track to their acclaimed new album, Black Sonata, the video is a stunning fusion of horror, fantasy, and high-art performance — a cinematic descent into the psyche of darkness and rebirth.

"Black Sonata's" beautiful, dark and tragic melodies rise to the moment of Raven’s death. Maezi, the Dark Angel, greets her as her transformation begins, and Muppet’s rage transcends him into the Dark Demon.

The tragic story of Raven and Muppet began in the first Comic Book Issue and, and continues to reveal the morphing of their souls. In the upcoming Comic Book (Issue 3),  Darkness Rising as they are joined by Maezi, and the trio is embracing their own Hell.

Comic Book Issue 3 is scheduled to be released in 2026.

About BLACK SONATA ALBUM

“What the Rejects expect to be familiar yet unexpectedly find themselves thrown Into our madness where it is dark, fun, strange, weird, creepy and disturbing. The 13th Hour. 

Sing, scream, dance or pit or all of this! Exactly what we wanted for you. Music should move you into another world. This world is ours in the 13th Hour. Our Black Sonata. “

--- Raven Black ---

STREAM / ORDER BLACK SONATA

Meet RAVEN BLACK, a theatrical metal act originally from Los Angeles. Their unique brand of metal, influenced by gothic, classical, and heavy metal music, serves as the soundtrack to vocalist Raven's duality as she shares her story of being a hybrid of both dark and light.

Drawing from a myriad of musical inspirations, 

RAVEN BLACK expertly blends elements from their favorite art forms, including movies, ethnic backgrounds, and personal life experiences. Each song is crafted to take fans on an adventure, offering new perspectives and understandings. Their sound ranges from melodic to dark, fun to raging and psychotic—yet every track tells a story.

At the heart of their narrative lies a comic book character: a girl whose innocence was taken at a young age. Overcoming her demons and cursed by her predators, she discovers she is half human, half doll. The doll within her is dark, and as she embraces her inner darkness, she travels with her demons who protect her from those seeking to steal her inner power. She is the key.

CROBOT Fire Off Their New Single “GUN TO MY HEAD” — A Riff-Loaded Shot of Adrenaline

There’s a special kind of madness that happens when a band circles back to its roots — that wild-eyed realization that the thing you were chasing was behind you the whole damn time. CROBOT are standing right there now, staring down the beast they built, grinning through the smoke.

Brandon Yeagley still preaches his gospel from behind the mic like some back-alley shaman with a harmonica holstered for punctuation. Christopher Bishop remains the riff conjurer — tone soaked in engine grease and snake oil, as if the guitar itself were trying to escape the song. And with the arrival of brothers Willie (bass, vocals) and Nico Jansen (drums, percussion), the band’s pulse has started to sound downright dangerous again — thick, swinging, and impossible to fake.

Every band says they’re “getting back to their roots.” Most of them mean they’re out of ideas. CROBOT means it like a blood oath. They’ve stripped it all down to the muscle and marrow, rediscovering that holy intersection where Sabbath’s weight meets Funkadelic’s freak, where Clutch’s swagger shakes hands in the Blood, Sugar, Sex, Magic Chili-Peppers era. This isn’t nostalgia — it’s resurrection. The past few years have sanded off a lot of pretense. What’s left is a band that’s learned how to breathe again, how to groove again, how to trust the dirt under their boots. They’ve been through the industry grinder, the touring trenches, the ego traps, and the inner wars — and somehow came out grinning wider, riffing harder, and sounding more alive than they have

in a decade.

That rebirth roars to life on “Gun to My Head,” the first shot fired from their upcoming album. It’s CROBOT at their most unfiltered — hook-heavy, groove-drenched, and thick with the kind of swagger that makes amps sweat. The song’s chorus swings like a pendulum between surrender and salvation, the sound of four musicians testing their own limits and finding freedom on the other side. It’s not about violence — it’s about the pressure of transformation, the push and pull between love, truth, and the kind of pain that forces

you to evolve.

“Sometimes you’re forced to take a step back and reflect on what really matters,” explains Yeagley. “Every note has a reason, every word a purpose. We’re etching something in-blood into the CROBOT discography - and Gun to My Headfelt like the best taste of what’s to come.”

CROBOT in 2025 isn’t chasing relevance. They’re chasing feel. That unspoken alchemy that happens when four lunatics hit a downbeat and the room levitates for a second. They’ve traded the smoke and mirrors for sweat and instinct,

and it shows.

Call it rebirth, call it regression, call it whatever you want — CROBOT is back where they belong: knee-deep in the groove, grinning like thieves, and daring you to

prove them wrong.

IWAN Ignites with the Release of Two Singles — “WAIT” AND “WARRIORS” — Unleashing Emotion, Power, and Purpose

Rising from the heart of the modern rock revolution, IWAN have arrived with not one, but two thunderous statements of intent. Their brand-new singles — “Wait” and “Warriors” — mark a bold step forward in the IWAN's sonic evolution, blending anthemic power with raw emotion, and proving once again that rock’s heartbeat is alive and roaring.

"Warriors" is a battle cry for the broken yet unyielding. With searing vocals and a relentless groove, the track delivers a message of defiance and survival in a world that often tries to silence individual power.

"Wait" takes a more introspective turn-digging into the emotional wreckage of a toxic breakup and the spiritual warfare that comes with healing from it. Both songs showcase IWAN's signature sound: a visceral mix of heavy guitars, haunting melodies, and lyrical vulnerability.

"IWAN isn't just a new artist-she's a force," says producer Tamas Vajda, who helped bring her vision to life at Savaria Studios in Brooklyn, NY. "She's got the story, the voice, and the fire. You don't hear it-you *feel* it."

With early support and growing attention on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, IWAN is quickly becoming one of the most compelling new voices in modern rock. Fans have responded to her authenticity, visual intensity, and fearless voice with emotional clarity-qualities that set her apart in

a crowded field.

Her journey-from law enforcement to the frontlines of music-is as bold and unapologetic as her sound. And with more releases lined up in the coming months, IWAN is just getting started.

Both tracks showcase IWAN’s dynamic range and fearless songwriting — two sides of the same coin that define who they are: passionate, powerful, and unapologetically real.

Listen to IWAN now on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and all major platforms.

LISTEN TO IWAN

BIO:

A former NYPD officer turned powerhouse vocalist, IWAN isn’t just another name in rock—she’s a movement. Her journey has been one of solitude and resilience, of standing alone but never backing down. That relentless fire fuels her music, turning raw emotion into anthems that cut deep and refuse to be ignored.

Drawing inspiration from icons like Scott Stappand Creed, IWAN blends the grit of classic rock with the intensity of alternative, channeling struggle into strength. Her songs don’t just play; they ignite. With searing riffs, haunting vocals, and lyrics that hit like a gut punch, she crafts a sound that’s both defiant and deeply human.

Her music is a battle cry for the fighters, the outsiders, and those who refuse to break. Somewhere between Joan Jett’s rebellion and Mad Max’s recklessness, IWAN is both force and fury—polished yet raw,

powerful yet unfiltered.

Set for a 2025 launch, she isn’t just stepping onto the scene—she’s commanding it. With a fan base craving realness and a no-BS attitude, she’s here to leave a mark.

“I want to be remembered,” she says. “I want someone to say my music helped

them through.”

IWAN: Remember the name. You won’t forget the music.

TYKETTO Sign with Silver Lining Music

Hard rocking quintet TYKETTO to release their 6th studio album Closer To The Sun with new label in March 2026. Hard Rock craftsmen TYKETTO - Danny Vaughn (vox), Harry Scott Elliott (guitar), Ged Rylands (keys), Chris Childs (bass) and Johnny Dee (drums) – are proud to announce that their 6th studio album, Closer To The Sun, will be released by British rock specialist label Silver Lining Music, who are home to the likes of Europe, Uriah Heep, Saxon, Michael Monroe, Soenand Diamond Head to name a few.

With vocalist and founding member Danny Vaughn at the helm, TYKETTO continue to create and craft the type of powerful, anthemic songs which saw the band burst through the hard rock landscape in 1987 and release their debut album, Don’t Come Easy, through Geffen Records in 1989. Since that landmark debut, TYKETTO have released a further four studio albums and toured internationally to a loyal and dedicated fan base.

“I was pleasantly shocked when Danny and the band put pen to paper,” says Silver Lining owner Thomas Jensen. “We’re talking about a really wonderful band in terms of sheer songwriting quality and live delivery, and if I’m honest, one which probably didn’t get the credit it deserves. We’re all glad to be part of a team determined to shift that needle!”

“Many years of hard work ground to a complete halt when Covid first hit us all,” says TYKETTO founding member

Danny Vaughn, “and it was really touch and go as to whether or not TYKETTO would continue. Since our return in 2023, the band has been on a steady upward trajectory, with more fans coming out to see and support us than ever before. This fantastic upward rise has now culminated in our signing a brand-new record deal with Silver Lining Music, who have already shown, not only love and support for us, but also a real understanding for our personal relationship with our fans. The end result of all of this is an album that

TYKETTO fans are going to absolutely fall in love with.

For TYKETTO, these are the best of times!”

2026 promises to see TYKETTO - and Closer To The Sun - be a major part of the hard rock landscape.

Follow TYKETTO on:

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

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

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

Tim Burton’s 1988 film, Beetlejuice

ARSENIC KITCHEN will be featured this weekend, Saturday

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

Tickets can be purchased HERE

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

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

KURT DEIMER Releases “IN DEEP” with BUCKCHERRY’S JOSH TODD on His Hardest Hitting Single Yet

Rock powerhouse KURT DEIMER dives headfirst into the depths of human struggle and redemption with his explosive new single “In Deep,” featuring the unmistakable Josh Todd of Buckcherry. The track is a haunting, cinematic anthem that fuses hard rock swagger with raw emotional gravity — marking one of Deimer’s most compelling collaborations to date. The video has scenes from Kurt's upcoming movie Scared To Death, coming out in early 2026.

SCARED TO DEATH WEBSITE HERE

KURT DEIMER ABOUT THE SONG

"I recently was very lucky to tour with Buckcherry and Josh and the band were really great. Towards the end of this most recent tour, I had been speaking with Josh and he was gracious enough to agree to collaborate on a song together. I had this song I thought he would be perfect on, originally called "He Was Good To Me," and it was about women unfortunately falling prey to men with bad intentions. He listened to it but wanted to re-do the lyrics. The song now is about how you can get in to a relationship and you are in it too deep. You gotta watch out for those situations. It's really about thinking before you act and get too involved."

"During the creative process when Josh and I got together at Chris Lord-Alge's studio and I saw Josh in the vocal booth being Josh Todd like he is on stage with Buckcherry and how in to it he was I just knew this had to be my next single. It's a blessing for me to be able to share my art and Josh was more than gracious to help and be a part of this killer tune "In Deep." I hope you all enjoy it.

STREAM KURT DEIMER MUSIC HERE

ABOUT KURT DEIMER

Everyone has dreams, but not many are bold enough to truly chase them. Kurt Deimer — the distinctively deep-voiced rock singer, scene-stealing horror actor, film producer, and ambitious businessman — almost took that path himself.   

"A lot of people die from stress and anxiety because they’re forcing themselves to do a job they don’t want to do," he says. "I was a nervous, unhappy wreck when I got into the oil business in corporate America. But I knew right away I wasn’t a corporate guy. I just knew I didn’t want to work 30 years to make a certain amount of money. It just didn’t make sense to me.”  

Luckily, Deimer followed his instincts—and now, in his 50s, he’s releasing his debut full-length album, the expansive and cinematic rock spectacle And So It Begins… that certainly draws on a wealth of life experience. The singer, a native of Cincinnati, Ohio, was an artistic and inquisitive kid, taking piano lessons at age 7 and winding up as a first-chair percussionist at his middle school. Deimer started his first rock band at age 20 and wound up doing "a lot of partying" as a way to process intense anxiety.  

"I did a lot shit I shouldn’t have done until I was 20," he says. "But I knew I was gonna end up dead. I was realistic enough to know we couldn’t have made it out of Cincinnati. You’ve gotta go with your gut and know what you’re capable of and not.”   

So instead of taking a possibly doomed path to rock stardom, he went a more conventional route for an ambitious young man: graduating college and launching multiple start-ups — including the oil brand Starfire, a venture that inadvertently kick-started his acting career. The company’s signage wound up placed in the John Travolta action-drama Trading Paint, and Deimer negotiated himself a speaking role in the film, ultimately leading to a series of other roles, including a memorable spot as a gas station teller murdered by Michael Myers in the 2018 Halloween reboot.   

Through his relationship with director-actor Kevin Wayne, he wound up making a crucial connection: songwriter Ben Trexel, who showed Deimer some of his demos and asked him to get back in the singing game. As a college English Literature major with an affinity for poetry, Deimer knew he had the lyrical chops. And together, they knocked out a string of songs that were the first seeds of what became And So It Begins… 

There were plenty of other major signposts that fueled his musical drive: releasing an album under the name Bald Man, linking up with world-renowned mixing engineer & producer Chris Lord-Alge (Green Day, Bruce Springsteen, Guns N' Roses), launching his first tour by opening for Geoff Tate in 2021, continuing to build his acting résumé (including parts in the 2024 horror-comedy Scared to Death and the upcoming Hellbilly Hollow), and recruiting the expressive guitar work of Phil X (Bon Jovi), whose playing added another layer of sophistication to the diverse range of material on And So It Begins…” 

Phil first entered Deimer’s orbit with a heavy cover of Pink Floyd’s classic "Have a Cigar." “When I heard his solo, I was like, 'Jesus,'" the singer recalls. "I kept giving him lyrics and vibes and how I thought songs should sound, and we just kept writing. The next one we did was 'Naive,' and then we did 'Only Time Will Tell,' and then 'Live or Die,' which we wrote when we were on tour together.”  

The album covers a ton of stylistic ground — natural for a musician interested in everything from AC/DC to R.E.M. to Widespread Panic. It bounces from the thunderous hard rock riffs of "Naive" to the acerbic funk-metal of "Back of the School" to the "total Sunset Strip '80s vibe" of "Sunset Blvd" to the symphonic grandeur on his cover “Have a Cigar,” which masterfully fades into his take on The Doors single “Riders on the Storm” to close out the collection. One of the album’s most personal centerpieces is the thunderous "Live or Die," which chronicles a youth filled with fear — and his efforts to overcome it.  

"Everybody’s got dreams, and if they don’t, they just want to exist," he says. "We live in a free country where we’re allowed to take risks, and I’m kind of a risk-taker.” 

Deimer's winding journey and hard-hitting rock songs leave you with an overarching message of hope: It’s never too late to make shit happen. 

the band REVISER Ignites with Their New Single “DEAD EYES” An Anti-Love Letter

RE:VIS:ER have returned with their most visceral and emotionally charged release yet — the new single “DEAD EYES.”

"DEAD EYES" is Goth-Pop. A musical bit of sour bubblegum in the vein of the poppier side of The Cure, with guitars at the forefront spilling melancholy melodies that chime and angle around a dancey drum machine, a catchy bass-line, and moody organs for good measure. Lyrically, "DEAD EYES" is an anti-love-letter, a tale of a long-suffering narrator realizing the mistreatment they've endured as a result of their abuser's lack of a soul

REVISER bio :

Calling to mind classic 80’s bands such as Sisters of Mercy, The Cure, and Tones on Tail, REVISER sounds complimentary to such contemporaries as Actors, House of Harm, and Traitrs. REVISER collects and redirects its familiar influences into something both familiar and foreign, a sound that is dark, deep, and danceable.

REVISER is :

Krysztof Nemeth - Vocals, Baritone Guitar

Dedric Moore - Guitar

Dawn Don - Vocals

New Music is here as JON BABIN Ignites a New Era with Three Explosive Singles — “Bad Omen,” “Never Gonna Be The Same,” and “I’d Follow”

Chicago’s own JON BABIN has kicked open the doors of a new creative chapter with the release of three powerhouse singles — “Bad Omen,” “Never Gonna Be The Same,” and “I’d Follow.” Each track captures a different pulse of Babin’s evolving sound: dark, cinematic, and unapologetically human.



Blending the grit of alternative rock with the emotional gravity of modern pop, Babin continues to carve out a lane entirely his own.

"BAD OMEN"

is for anyone who is escaping a toxic situation. You do not have to ward off horrors of your life alone. This song is dreary, but the melody is infectious. Everyone will chant the lyrics

together as one!

"NEVER GONNA BE THE SAME"

is a beat that will have you dancing in your heels, laughing in your feels, and starting over.

BAND BIO:

Chicago native JON BABIN is a singer/songwriter. Jon combines rock n roll, ballads, and folk to create his own

musical flavor.

Jon has graced stages such as the world famous Cavern Club in Liverpool - the venue known as “the Birthplace of The Beatles” - as well as the Whisky A Go Go, also world renowned, and the most notorious rock club in America, located in West Hollywood.



Onstage, he uses an acoustic guitar and one vocal mic; while his albums (under his name) are full band recordings - with all instruments played by him.

You are guaranteed to have a wonderful time at his shows, as well as a fun and meaningful album listening experience.

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MICHAEL MONROE Announces New Studio Album OUTERSTELLAR Set For Release February 20: New Single "Rockin' Horse"

Surprises are rare and wonderful. When music decides to just show up and strut and rock and roll and stomp with swagger, swing and raw energy all over you, that’s the rarest surprise and Michael Monroe does not disappoint with his brand new studio album, Outerstellar, set for release via

Silver Lining Music on February 20th 2026.

The first video and single taken from Outerstellar,

‘Rockin’ Horse’ is out now and can be watched/streamed

below – video by Leigh Brooks.

“Rockin’ Horse is a cool, rockin’ song that we made a great fun video for with the fantastic director Leigh Brooks,” comments Michael Monroe. “We got into different characters on the so called ‘Waking Up With Michael Monroe’ TV morning show with me as the host.

And it’s the first time ever you can see me without make up(!). Great fun and good times. Hope you enjoy it!”

What ‘genre’ is Michael Monroe?’ Oh, go and throw yourself back into the shoebox you restrict yourself to if you need a genre… How about ‘sweet smelling leathery sweat wrapped in one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll voices?’ How about ‘harmonies and vibes swimming in silk scarves and lounging on a beaten sofa in leather pants, with the AM hours alive and the melodies so, so intoxicating?’ And how about ‘attitude! Which screams carefree not carelessness, confidence not arrogance, a cocksure sense of

self-bathed in the sheer joy of playing the religious experience of real rock ‘n’ roll.’

From loud crashing guitars to harmonicas, to gorgeous acoustic moments, you’ll sing, you’ll dance, you’ll shiver, you’ll shake, and you’ll smell this wonderful exhilarating record in all its weathered biker jacket incense-coated glory and you’ll also realize that whatever the hell is going on in the world right now, when you put this album on, it’s an instant escape to carefree days and an emancipation from worries, fears and woes.

It is EXACTLY what rock ‘n’ roll in its truest sense is meant to be, and Michael Monroe is handing you permission to get lost in the love of it. In fact, just stop reading this, get off your ‘Rockin’ Horse’ and go see Michael Monroe on tour at your first opportunity! In support of the release of Outerstellar, Michael Monroe and band will embark on a UK co-headline tour with Buckcherry, kicking

off in Southampton on February 24th. For a full list of upcoming shows and tickets visit: michaelmonroe.com – more dates to be announced.

Outerstellar will be available on Limited Edition 12” White Viny, 12” Turquoise Vinyl, 12” Black Vinyl, CD Digipak, Digital Download, Streaming and special D2C bundles. Available to pre-order now at this location

CROBOT To Ignite The Road — Announcing Their Electrifying "Bastards Of The Holy Riff" Fall 2025 U.S. TOUR

The bearded boogie titans of modern rock, CROBOT, are firing up the engines and bringing their intergalactic groove thunder back to stages across the nation. The band has officially announced their 2025 U.S. Tour, a full-throttle run of dates that promises to deliver the kind of high-voltage rock ’n’ roll that only CROBOT can summon.

Armed with a catalog of riff-heavy anthems, psychedelic swagger, and the unmatched charisma of frontman

Brandon Yeagley, CROBOT is ready to melt faces and shake foundations from coast to coast. Known for their dynamic fusion of funk, hard rock, and cosmic weirdness, the band’s live show is a spectacle — equal parts raw power,

humor, and soul.

Fans can expect a setlist packed with favorites from Motherbrain, Feel This, and beyond, alongside a few surprises and maybe even a glimpse of new material. Every stop on this tour will be a full-on CROBOT experience — sweat, riffs, and sonic resurrection included.

With THE ATOMIC BITCHWAX joining the tour as co-headliners, this tour is shaping up to be one of the most unmissable rock events of the year. Whether you’ve been a longtime CROBOT disciple or you’re just discovering their galactic groove, get ready to bang your head, shake your hips, and feel the fuzz.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW HERE

CROBOT U.S. TOUR 2025 DATES

10/24 - Syracuse, NY - The Lost Horizon - TICKETS

10/25 - Toledo, OH - Frankie's - TICKETS

10/26 - Columbus, OH - King Of Clubs - TICKETS

10/28 - Detroit, MI - Small's - TICKETS

10/29 - Grand Rapids, MI - The Pyramid Scheme - TICKETS

10/30 - West Chicago, IL - Th WC Social Club - TICKETS

10/31 - Madison, WI - The Annex - TICKETS

11/1 - Lincoln, NE - The Bourbon Theater - TICKETS

11/2 - Denver, CO - HQ - TICKETS

11/4 - Salt Lake City, UT - Aces High - TICKETS

11/6 - Seattle, WA - El Corazon - TICKETS

11/7 - Vancouver, BC - The Kingsway Club - TICKETS

11/8 - Portland, OR - The Nova - TICKETS

11/9 - Eugene, OR - John Henry's - TICKETS

11/11 - San Jose, CA - The Ritz - TICKETS

11/12 - Anaheim, CA - The Parish at HOB - TICKETS

11/13 - Phoenix, AZ - The Rosetta Room - TICKETS

11/15 - Austin, TX - The Far Out Lounge - TICKETS

11/16 - Dallas, TX - Sundown at Granada - TICKETS

11/18 - New Orleans, LA - No Dice - TICKETS

11/19 - Atlanta, GA - The Masquerade - TICKETS

11/20 - Asheville, NC - Eulogy - TICKETS

11/21 - Raleigh, NC - The Pour House - TICKETS

11/22 - Baltimore, MD - Metro Gallery - TICKETS

11/23 - Philadelphia, PA - MilkBoy - TICKETS

REMEMBER THE MONSTERS Unveil New Single “INFECTED"

"INFECTED" expresses a powerful mix of internal suffering, emotional numbness, societal disillusionment, and ultimately, a desperate plea for awakening and self liberation.

It’s about hitting rock bottom mentally and emotionally and realizing the need to rise, see the truth, and take back control from the forces internal or external that have taken

over our lives.

As we put the music video together, I loved the characters inspired by John Carpenter’s “They Live” as a metaphor for the monster in each of us that can only be seen in glimpses and when you are aware of them

ABOUT THE BAND:

Founded in 2016 by guitarist Ashten Banks, Remember the Monsters quickly garnered attention with their debut single "The Pieces Remain", produced by Cameron Mizell (Memphis May Fire, Sleeping With Sirens). The band’s early years were marked by evolution and experimentation, including the release of 2019 singles “Sink” and “Close Encounters”, featuring vocalist Julian Comeau who later went on to form the acclaimed band Loveless.

Following a brief hiatus, Remember the Monsters returned in 2022 with renewed energy and a fresh creative direction. The lineup was solidified with the addition of powerhouse vocalist Andrew de Neef, formerly of Actual Villains and Close to Home (Razor & Tie Records / Artery Recordings). The group was completed in 2025 with the addition of drummer Elias Mallin know for his work with bands and artists like Filter, Noah Cyrus, Kesha & more.

To further shape their cinematic and genre-blending sound, Ashten collaborated with producer Matt Good, known for his work with Asking Alexandria, Hollywood Undead, and Sleeping With Sirens.

NOW ITS DARK Unleash Their Hypnotic New Single “Nymph” — A Seductive Dive into the Shadows of Modern

Emerging from the electric underbelly of Chicago’s rock scene, NOW ITS DARK have returned to lure listeners into their sonic labyrinth with their mesmerizing new single, “Nymph.” The track is a darkly seductive anthem that blends haunting melodies, cinematic atmosphere, and raw emotional power — the kind of song that doesn’t just play in your head, it takes up permanent residence.

With “Nymph,” NOW ITS DARK showcase their signature fusion of shadowy modern rock and sleek, pulse-driven production. The song slithers through tension and release — a seductive whisper one moment, a full-throated eruption the next. It’s a track that feels both intimate and immense, channeling the visceral edge of Killswitch Engage, the ethereal pull of Lacuna Coil, and the emotional gravity of Three Days Grace, yet remaining wholly their own. 

LISTEN ON:

SPOTIFY

APPLE MUSIC

BIO:

Chicago rock quartet NOW ITS DARK bringing raw sincerity to modern rock music. Influenced by Three Days Grace, Lacuna Coil, and Killswitch Engage. They have shared stages with Icon For Hire, A Killers Confession, and City Of The Weak. Their latest single "Nymph" showcases their mystical rock sound, continuing their evolution with producer Tavis Stanley (Art Of Dying, Saint Asonia, Adelitas Way).

Remember The Monsters X Orgy Unleash "System Override," a Furious Anthem About a World on the Brink of Collapse

"SYSTEM OVERRIDE" paints a picture of a collapsing society through the lens of personal disillusionment and collective struggle. At its core, it’s about mistrust, division, and the breakdown of systems, whether political, social, or spiritual, that once promised stability but now only deliver emptiness and control.

The recurring imagery of black & white versus color reflects the loss of hope, imagination, and nuance in a world consumed by conflict and polarization. Where once there may have been shades of possibility, everything now feels rigid, divided, and lifeless. The line “Do you dream in color?” becomes a desperate plea for vision, empathy, and renewal in a society that has grown numb and mechanical.

Themes of false leadership and hypocrisy surface throughout: leaders speak of greatness while ignoring suffering, strength is proclaimed while people are oppressed, and overlords exploit the weak.

The climax comes with the declaration of

“SYSTEM OVERRIDE” and the call for a reset. This is an acknowledgment that the current way of living is unsustainable, and only by breaking down the corrupted system can something new and meaningful rise from the ruins.

Overall, "SYSTEM OVERRIDE" conveys both rage and despair, but beneath its bleakness lies a drive for transformation. A recognition that although the present feels hopeless, change is inevitable, and necessary. 

ABOUT THE BAND:

Remember the Monsters is a genre-blending modern rock band known for cinematic soundscapes, emotional intensity, and hard-hitting anthems. Since their 2016 debut, the bands founder Ashten Banks has evolved the group through lineup changes and creative reinvention, most recently joining forces with vocalist Andrew de Neef (Actual Villains, Close to Home) and legendary drummer Elias Mallin, studio & touring drummer with acts like Filter, Noah Cyrus, and Kesha & more. 

Collaborating with producer Matt Good (Asking Alexandria, Hollywood Undead), the band has released standout covers and originals including “Mercy” (ft. NERV), “Haunted” (ft. From First to Last), and “Hostage” (ft. Paul Bartolome). 

Most recently, the band is poised to release two of their most dynamic songs to date. Starting with “SYSTEM OVERRIDE” which features Jay Gordon from ORGY and followed by their most aggressive and intense single & music video to date “INFECTED” which was co-written with former Asking Alexandria guitarist Ben Bruce

Metal Powerhouse PHAZED Ignites With NEW EP ASHES & ECHOES

PHAZED'S new EP "Ashes & Echoes" is a

4-track metalcore assault that hits hard from start to finish. With powerful singles like "Cardinal"and "Crystallize," the record blends crushing riffs, soaring melodies, and raw emotion into songs that carry depth, intensity, and undeniable energy.

BIO:

PHAZED is a 3 piece metalcore band from Pottsville Pennsylvania. Started in 2016 by Michael Logothetides just to write good music. Over the years the band has garnered members past and present to independently release two albums, one EP, and 3 music videos garnering tens of thousands of views across

Youtube and Facebook.