LIGHTS A.M releases Afraid To Let Go EP, and a live video, from Alfa Matrix
Norwegian cinematic ambient electronic project LIGHTS A.M. (aka Erlend Eilertsen of ESSENCE OF MIND) presents to us an all new quite dark and eerie ambient single featuring “Not Ready For This” with layers of synths and some tribal almost ritualistic percussions, while “Afraid To Let Go” is more organic and enchanting although it remains very melancholic, ethereal and dreamy (and this especially expressed through the live bonus version on this EP).
The first previews of a new sonic voyage where the listener creates their own journey.
This is how Erlend himself perceives it: “Both these tracks have some of the same emotions, though in different ways. “In Not Ready For This” I see fog, a challenge, and fear of going through it, while in “Afraid To Let Go” the challenge is to let go of something which doesn’t serve you, but still being afraid of what will happen after you let go. So it is basically fear, sadness and melancholia blended together, quite dark yes…”.
808 DOT POP Releases two new EPs- AM1040 & FM96.9 on AlfaMatrix
Passenger S turns on his radio once more after the release of the well-received companion CD albums “FM88.2” and “AM1350” (and “MW720” on digital platforms).
The two new 808 DOT POP EP’s “FM96.9” and “AM1040” both place the second single, “Distant Voices” in the spotlight.
Again Lis van den Akker takes the honours singing on the main song creating an ERASURE-esque vibe. Light weight sequences and gentle yet driving melodies over an effortlessly rippling bass line will leave no lover of the pure synth-pop untouched.
Next to a reworked version of the album track “Modulation”, almost acting as another ‘A side’ track, there are two exclusive titles, one being ‘FM/AM’ and the brand new track “The Boys Of Wireless”, inspired by the 1912 book by Frank Webster. Still following the concept of crystal and wireless radio, there are two new extended versions, one of ‘Distant Voices’ and ‘Modulation’ topping it all off with a hard hitting club mix by Belgian artist ‘Sequence 5’.
There is no better way to truly end 808 DOT POP’s broadcastings, and to start aching for a nice hot summer, than with this fizzing pop song “Distant Voices”.
Lyrics: Taste the waste Of our neon disgrace Deformed children made from corporate gods grace Better wear your mask because The air melts your face No one wins in this human race
I pledge allegiance to my own corruption Preserving my freedom of self destruction I want to be the one with the most damage You can’t tell me how to live on my
Slum planet
My trash hate and lies Piled as high as I like So welcome to my Slum planet I don’t care if you live or you die As long as your willing to buy So welcome to my Slum Planet
The only thing here built to last Is the engine that turns your world to trash My domain is the future pain Light your path like a moth to the flame My trash hate and lies Piled as high as I like So welcome to my Slum planet
I don’t care if you live or you die As long as your willing to buy So welcome to my Slum Planet
Behind my plastic faces Sealed off inside glass cases My machine my machine will grant it All the dreams of a slum planet
“Today we shall no longer live in shame and regret of our inability to coexist in accord with nature. We must embrace our superior position upon this planet and recognize it as a resource for our disposal and no matter how finite of a resource it is, we shall live for today and not question the limitations of tomorrow as we are the gods of now. Thank you for your donation”
My trash hate and lies Piled as high as I like So welcome to my Slum planet
I don’t care if you live or you die As long as your willing to buy So welcome to my Slum Planet
Behind my plastic faces Sealed off inside glass cases My machine my machine will grant it All the dreams of a slum planet
This Futile Engine! to be released July 21st on Brutal Resonance Records
Slighter’s 2023 album, This Futile Engine will be released July 21st in a deluxe edition CD / digital download on Brutal Resonance Records.
A July date has been set for Slighter‘s 2023 album, This Futile Engine! This brand new set of 10 tracks features collaborations with Steven Seibold (Hate Dept.), Morgue VVitch, Yvette Winkler (Vaselyne), Craig Joseph Huxtable (Landscape Body Machine) and Anastasia Gris as Deep Dark Water.
Confusion Inc. is teaming up with Brutal Resonance Records to release an ‘Deluxe Edition’ CD + digital download edition with 3 bonus tracks. The CD will be a strictly limited edition signed numbered and available exclusively on Brutal Resonance Records Bandcamp shop July 21st!
“Have No Fear” the next single from the new album has just dropped! This Single Edit offers up a taste of what’s to come with his signature vocal style on top of a rumble of noisy Techno beat programming and grinding synth manipulations. Flip for the DJ friendly take, that kicks up the BPM and pulls back the arrangement for maximum dance floor mayhem.
Unhappily Ever Now Releases New Single Addressing Loss & Trauma
Industrial Rock band Unhappily Ever Now, from Phoenixville, PA, USA has recently unveiled their latest single, “Pleading (The Haunting of Scars),” This marks their first release since their self-titled debut EP in 2021. The song delves into the self-doubt that arises from personal growth following significant loss and trauma, presenting a dark, gritty, melodic, and emotional experience that sets it apart.
With influences from renowned acts like Stabbing Westward, TOOL, A Perfect Circle, and Rammstein, Unhappily Ever Now offers a fresh approach in “Pleading.” The track showcases male and female vocals, blending organic and electronic instrumentation, and delivering intense yet melodious vocal phrases.
The forthcoming remix of the single, set to be released on July 7, 2023, features a collaboration with JP Anderson of Rabbit Junk. This remix brings forth an irresistibly catchy and danceable gothwave vibe, effectively capturing the raw emotion of the original and making it ideal for club nights.
Unhappily Ever Now’s music can be found on all major streaming platforms, including Bandcamp. In conjunction with the single, they have also released an official music video. The video was produced and directed by Joel Lopez of Lumbra Productions, predominantly filmed at the haunted White Hill Mansion in New Jersey.
Unhappily Ever Now consists of Stephen Watson (lead performer and songwriter), known for his work with Cleopatra Records (Green Jelly), and Maria V (vocals, lyrics, and melodies). The studio single features drums by Dan Milligan and was mixed and mastered by Joy Thieves Productions.
For more information about Unhappily Ever Now visit:
ANGELSPIT’S 11TH ALBUM, ANGELSPIT’S MOST BRUTAL ALBUM TO DATE ‘THE STAR’ (‘THE BASTARD GODS’) IS KICKSTARTING NOW.
The album, set to release in August 2023, is described as Angelspit’s most brutal to date, combining industrial, cyberpunk, and electro-industrial genres.
The Kickstarter campaign offers various formats, including digital, CD, vinyl, tape, and USB. The USB version includes sample libraries, MP3 and WAV files, and a bonus experimental noise EP. Additionally, merchandise such as T-shirts, collars, patches, zines, pins, and stickers are available. You can find more details on the Kickstarter campaign here.
Four tracks from the album are already released on Spotify, which you can listen to here.
“The Star” incorporates unique elements, with melodies created from samples of scraping and bashing large springs and metal sculptures, resulting in a gritty and edgy sound. The album features war drums by Dave NATO from 4th Wall and prominently includes the Blaster Beam, a loud and aggressive instrument. The lyrics explore the impact of new technology on personal interactions, access to factual news, the widening class system, and emerging underclass.
The album’s original title, “The Bastard Gods,” was redacted to “The Star” due to algorithmic restrictions. The album delves into the increasing influence of algorithms and their effects on content censorship and manipulation, referred to as “Bastard Gods.”
Angelspit, a Cyberpunk/Industrial act with a 20-year history, has released over 25 albums and produced numerous remixes. They emphasize independent innovation and encourage artists to pursue their own creative paths.
For more information and to support Angelspit, visit their official website here or explore their Bandcamp page here.
Stream Angelspit’s music on various platforms, and/or follow Angelspit on social media
Blackbriar Releases New Song “My Soul’s Demise” and Unveils Music Video
Blackbriar, the Netherlands-based gothic/symphonic metal band, is excited to announce the release of their latest song, “My Soul’s Demise,” accompanied by a captivating music video. The band’s second full-length album is currently in the works and will feature long-time collaborator Joost van den Broek.
“My Soul’s Demise” explores the theme of love and pain, delving into the sacrifices one is willing to make for their loved ones. Inspired by the medieval practice of sin-eating, the song draws parallels between consuming sins and personal experiences. Lead vocalist Zora Cock shares her personal connection to the lyrics, which were influenced by her father’s struggles with psychosis and the story of a sin eater from England.
The music video was filmed at a medieval 12th-century church in the Netherlands, adding to the atmospheric and fitting visuals. Blackbriar enlisted the help of their loyal patrons and even featured Zora Cock’s parents in the video, creating a personal and immersive experience.
Formed in 2012, Blackbriar has been captivating audiences with their enchanting blend of storytelling and symphonic metal. Their journey began with the release of their single “Until Eternity,” which gained widespread attention and has since garnered over 18.1 million views. The band has independently released EPs such as “Fractured Fairytales” and “Our Mortal Remains,” showcasing their ethereal and captivating sound.
Blackbriar’s growing success led to notable live performances alongside renowned bands like Epica, Halestorm, In This Moment, Delain, and Mayan. With a dedicated fanbase and a strong online presence, the band successfully crowdfunded their debut full-length album, “The Cause of Shipwreck,” in 2020. Produced by Joost van den Broek, the album further solidified Blackbriar’s reputation as masterful storytellers.
Despite the challenges posed by the global pandemic, Blackbriar continued to captivate audiences with sold-out shows in the Netherlands and successful tours across Europe. In 2021, they released their single “Fairy of the Bog,” blending folklore and ancient history into their signature mystical sound.
With their vision set on the future and the support of a major label, Blackbriar is poised to enchant the world with their darkly whimsical storytelling and captivating soundscapes. Having received multiple nominations for “Best Artist” at the EuroSonic/Noorderslag’s Popgala Noord Awards, and with their monthly streaming totals nearing 1 million on YouTube and Spotify, the band is ready to embark on an extraordinary journey.
For more information about Blackbriar and their music, visit their official website:
Blackbriar Lineup:
Zora Cock: Vocals
René Boxem: Drums
Bart Winters: Guitars
Robin Koezen: Guitars
Siebe Sol Sijpkens: Bass
Ruben Wijga: Keys
BLACKBRIAR LIVE:June 9-11, 2023 Into The Grave, Leeuwarden, Netherlands More to be announced soon.
MASSACRE Surprises Fans With “Submergence: Live Beyond 2019” Album and East Coast Tour
Floridian death metal legends, MASSACRE, have released a surprise live album titled “Submergence: Live Beyond 2019” today, digitally available through Nuclear Blast Records. The record showcases a monumental performance of their highly sought-after debut album, “From Beyond,” played in its entirety. The lineup features Kam Lee on vocals, Rick Rozz on guitar, Mike Borders on bass, and Mike Mazonetto on drums. Coinciding with the album release, the band is embarking on an East Coast tour with MORTA SKULD and DRUID LORD, starting tonight in Miami, FL.
MASSACRE, hailing from Southern Florida, rose to prominence in the early 80s alongside death metal pioneers like DEATH, OBITUARY, and SIX FEET UNDER. Their legacy began with a series of revered demos: “Aggressive Tyrant” (1986), “Chamber of Ages” (1986), and “The Second Coming” (1990). They later released their critically acclaimed debut album, “From Beyond” (1991). In 2021, the band made a highly anticipated return with “Resurgence.” The album showcased the original members, Kam Lee (vocals) and Mike Borders (bass), alongside renowned death metal musicians Rogga Johansson, Jonny Pettersson, Scott Fairfax, and Brynjar Helgetun, resulting in a powerful record produced by Dan Swanö and engineered by Jonny Pettersson.
Vocalist Kam Lee shares his thoughts on the live record: “This release is for the fans. It’s all about fan service, dedicated to those who truly wanted it and asked for it. It’s the closest thing to the original lineup of ‘From Beyond.’ This was the first time we performed all of ‘From Beyond’ live. It marked the return of MASSACRE since their reformation in 2017, and it was also the first show with Mike Borders since 1987. It proved that MASSACRE was back, showcasing their resurgence and delving into the band’s legacy.”
To catch MASSACRE live, check out their tour dates with MORTA SKULD & DRUID LORD:
April 28 – Miami, FL – Gramps
April 29 – Orlando, FL – The Conduit
April 30 – Savannah, GA – Lodge of Sorrows
May 1 – Richmond, VA – Fallout
May 2 – Brooklyn, NY – Saint Vitus
May 3 – Cambridge, MA – Middle East/Upstairs
May 4 – Philadelphia, PA – Warehouse On Watts
May 5 – Chapel Hill, NC – The Kraken Bar
May 6 – Atlanta, GA – Boggs Social & Supply
In 2022, MASSACRE further delighted fans with their EP, “Mythos,” continuing the brutal and intense sound from “Resurgence” with Lovecraftian-inspired lyrics and blistering death metal riffs.
Finnish heavy metal band Beast In Black has announced their highly anticipated Fall 2023 tour dates. The band is set to embark on a tour across North America in support of their upcoming album release.
Beast In Black has become known for their energetic live performances and captivating stage presence, and fans are eagerly awaiting the chance to see the band perform their latest material live. The band’s upcoming album promises to deliver the same high-octane energy and musical prowess that they have become known for.
The tour will kick off on September 15, 2023, in Seattle, WA, and will make stops in major cities across the US and Canada, including Los Angeles, Chicago, Toronto, and New York City. The tour will conclude on October 30, 2023, in Atlanta, GA.
“We can’t wait to hit the road and play our new music for our fans,” says Beast In Black frontman Yannis Papadopoulos. “We’ve been working hard on this new album, and we’re excited to share it with everyone.”
Beast In Black formed in 2015 and quickly gained a following with their debut album “Berserker” in 2017. The band’s unique blend of heavy metal and 80s-inspired synth elements has been praised by fans and critics alike. Their latest album, “From Hell with Love,” was released in 2019 to critical acclaim and solidified the band’s place in the heavy metal scene.
Tickets for the Fall 2023 tour will go on sale on May 1, 2023, at 10 AM local time. Fans can purchase tickets and find more information about the tour on the band’s official website.
Beast In Black Fall 2023 Tour Dates: Sept 15 – Seattle, WA Sept 17 – Portland, OR Sept 19 – San Francisco, CA Sept 22 – Los Angeles, CA Sept 24 – Las Vegas, NV Sept 26 – Denver, CO Sept 29 – Minneapolis, MN Oct 1 – Chicago, IL Oct 4 – Toronto, ON Oct 6 – Montreal, QC Oct 8 – Boston, MA Oct 11 – New York, NY Oct 14 – Philadelphia, PA Oct 17 – Charlotte, NC Oct 19 – Nashville, TN Oct 21 – Dallas, TX Oct 23 – Houston, TX Oct 26 – Phoenix, AZ Oct 28 – San Diego, CA Oct 30 – Atlanta, GA
Don’t miss your chance to see Beast In Black on their Fall 2023 tour. It’s sure to be an unforgettable experience for heavy metal fans across North America.
BEAST IN BLACK is: Yannis Papadopoulos | vocals Mate Molnar | bass Atte Palokangas | drums Kasperi Heikkinen | guitars Anton Kabanen | guitars, vocals
CHICAGO’S POST-PUNK DUO BELLHEAD TO RELEASE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED EP ‘GOOD INTENTIONS’ ON FRIDAY MAY 5TH ACROSS ALL PLATFORMS
Bellhead, a post-punk duo from Chicago, IL, USA,, will be releasing their highly anticipated EP ‘Good Intentions’ on May 5th, across all platforms.
This new release comes after the band spent most of 2022 touring to support their critically acclaimed sophomore release ‘Dead Lights’.
‘Good Intentions’ features six new songs that explore a pop sensibility while giving nods to New Order and a wink to Jesus and Mary Chain. The lead single “Valentine” evokes Depeche Mode synth lines and Placebo style bass grooves while exploring the themes of loss and hope or death and forgiveness. The EP includes other songs like “Bad Taste” and “Into the Deep”, which tackle topics like unsavory stalkers, unreliable narrators, and blood-thirsty sirens at sea. The EP’s second half includes Bellhead’s take on Love and Rockets’ hit “No Big Deal”.
Bellhead’s previous surprise single, a cover of Prince’s “I Would Die 4 U”, quickly gained popularity and earned over 6,000 plays on Spotify within 30 days of its release. The band has toured alongside international and national touring artists in 2022, and their 2023 spring dates include two shows with gothic acts Clan of Xymox and The Bellwether Syndicate. Afterward, they will co-headline nine dates with NYC’s coldwave artists The Clay People before ending the month of May as direct support for LA’s dark electronic duo Night Club in Chicago.
Bellhead has worked with their trusted production team to deliver ‘Good Intentions’, which includes audio engineer Neil Strauch (Iron and Wine/Counting Crows/Owls/Joan of Arc/Walking Bicycles/Slow Mass), mastering engineer Carl Saff (Acid Mothers Temple/Smoking Popes/Red Fang/Guided by Voices), and management team David Schock (WTII Records).
BELLHEAD spent 2022 touring alongside international and national touring artists Powerman 5000, Holy Wars, Then Comes Silence, The Bellwether Syndicate, Hate Dept, China Crisis, and Night Club. 2023 is even more explosive with touring plans to include two dates with legendary gothic acts Clan of Xymox and The Bellwether Syndicate as a warm up before heading back out on the road in May co-headlining nine dates with NYC’S coldwave artists, The Clay People. BELLHEAD ends the month of May as direct support for LA’s dark electronic duo, Night Club in Chicago.
BELLHEAD 2023 SPRING DATES
3/19 Eastside Bowl – Nashville, TN w/ Clan of Xymox / The Bellwether Syndicate
3/23 Cactus Club – Milwaukee, WI w/ Clan of Xymox / The Bellwether Syndicate
4/15 The Ruin – Fort Wayne, IN w/ Vazum / Observer
4/21 Blockhouse Bar – Bloomington, IN w/ Pilgrims of Yearning / Freeze Etch
4/22 Mag Bar – Louisville, KY w/ Gentleman Pig / Star Guided Vessel / Village Elder
5/6 Livewire Lounge – Chicago, IL w/ The Clay People / Melter
5/7 Mac’s Bar – Lansing, MI w/ The Clay People / Zombie Apocalypse / No Skull
5/8 Black Circle – Indianapolis, IN w/ The Clay People / Broken Nails
5/9 The Foundry – Lakewood, OH w/ The Clay People / Bonded by Darkness / Temple Witch
5/10 The Runaway – Washington, DC w/ The Clay People / High Horse Cavalry / Raw Dawgs
5/11 Bar Freda – Queens, NY w/ The Clay People / The Amatory Murder / Chroma
5/12 Darq @ Koto – Salem, MA w/ The Clay People / Acheron
5/13 Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center – Harrisburg, PA w/ The Amatory Murder, Faux Fear, Goth Goth, Sugar Hysteria
5/14 Buzzbin – Akron, OH w/ Night Goat / Bonded By Darkness / Temple Witch
5/26 Reggie’s – Chicago, IL w/ Night Club / Iron Years / Plasmata
Melodic Death Shredders EXMORTUS Return With 6th Studio Album, “Necrophony,” On August 25th
Melodic death metal band EXMORTUS is releasing their 6th studio album “Necrophony” on August 25th, which is now available for pre-order. The album, which took 4 years to make, showcases the band’s newfound creativity, and features artwork by Toha Mashudi.
Exmortus is a Los Angeles-based neo-classical extreme metal band that has just released their sixth album, “Necrophony.” The album marks a significant turning point for the band, who have emerged stronger and crazier after signing with Nuclear Blast. With “Oathbreaker,” “Mind of Metal,” and “Storm of Strings” as follow-on singles, Exmortus’ paroxysmal ascent to extreme metal’s upper echelons is guaranteed with “Necrophony.”
EXMORTUS will also embark on the “Darkest of Knights Tour 2023” starting tonight, with PALADIN and GRAVESHADOW.
Check out their tour dates here:
EXMORTUs Tour Dates: April 12 – Santa Cruz, CA – Blue Lagoon April 13 – Eugene, OR – John Henry’s April 14 – Spokane, WA – The Big Dipper April 15 – Vancouver, BC – Hyperspace Festival April 17 – Eureka, CA – Savage henry Comedy Club April 18 – Sacramento, CA – Old Ironsides April 19 – Anaheim, CA – Chain Reaction
Re:Mission Entertainment just announced The Endless by Snowbeasts,
“We’re excited to announce the new Snowbeasts album is coming out April 28th
Limited Edition CDs and t-shirts featuring artwork by Simon Paul are now available for pre-order.
Providence based post-industrial duo, Snowbeasts, return with a new album ‘The Endless’. Building on structures of their heavy beat orientated releases, the new album features 10 new tracks full of the haunting synthetics and otherworldly textures that Snowbeasts is known for. Elizabeth Virosa’s voice is dominant on the dance floor stompers “Let’s Be Animals” and “The Endless Beat”.
Swedish heavy metal band Enforcer has launched a new virtual experience called “Experience Nostalgia”, which is designed to immerse fans in the sights, sounds, and sensations of the 80s, the era the band is aiming to recreate on their upcoming album, “Nostalgia”.
Visitors can explore a virtual metal fan’s bedroom from the 80s, which contains classic items and exclusive content from Enforcer. The band recorded “Nostalgia” in their own Hvergelmer Studios, and the album is due for release in May 2023.
Enforcer has already released two singles from the album, “Coming Alive” and “Nostalgia”, both accompanied by music videos.
Arrival Of Autmn RELEASE MUSIC VIDEO FOR THEIR SECOND SINGLE “GHOSTS”
Canadian heavy metal band Arrival of Autumn has released a music video for their second single “Ghosts”.
The song’s lyrics focus on the dark history of Canada and the genocide committed against indigenous people in the residential school system, and the music video had to be censored for its disturbing content.
The upcoming album “Kingdom Undone,” will be released on May 26th by Nuclear Blast Records.
The album was recorded from August to December 2021, engineered by the band and Mark Lewis, and the artwork was created by Travis Smith. “Kingdom Undone” will be available in various formats, including CD, vinyl, and T-shirt bundles.
SpankTheNun Remixes Two Witches Are Better Than One – Metamorph
“Do not try to resist the lure” – Darker Side of Music
Metamorph’s Gothic love story of dystopian heartbreak and hope continues to bewitch with these two SPANKTHENUN remixes “Kiss of the Witch” & “Witchlit”.
Goth Pop songs written and conceived by witchy singer & flutist Margot Day and her daughter Julifer Day. Produced by the Metamorph “Alchemist”, Cleopatra Recording artist Erik Gustafson of Adoration Destroyed.
Betwixt and between, expect the unexpected with new Metamorph song remixes from Caustic and Eva X and a surprise Siouxsie and the Banshees Cover coming in May.
“Kiss of the Witch” LP dropped on the fall Equinox 2022. The new single
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A native New Yorker, Margot Day was an integral part of the 80’s NYC underground music scene while fronting the legendary Goth band “The Plague” with their album “Naraka” 1987.
Goth Pop band Metamorph founded in 2016 by songstress and witch Margot Day, wanting to escape the opressive urban lifestyle., and re-align with her connection to nature.
Metamorph is a musical entry into other dimensions via song and dance, a vortex of melody and throbbing rhythms capable of awakening human potential. Margot Day’s multi-range vocals, mastery of the flute and catchy melodies are irresistible, creating a magical potion with Alchemist producer Erik Gustafason on these new Metamorph songs. “Sigils & Spirals” dropped in 2020, “Ether” 2017, and “The 4 Elements” 2017.
Metamorph’s “Kiss of the Witch” Album featuring the title track dropped 9/21/2022 on the fall equinox.“Witchlit” dropped 3/7 on the full moon – first single off the Metamorph album that drops Fall 2023.
With well over 100,000 views on the Metamorph YouTube channel – featuring the music videos “Kiss of the Witch” “Daisy Logic” and the prophetic “Spelldance”.
Concerts and festivals with Metamorph (and their tiny mascot Melody) in the US, Canada, Costa Rica, and Guatemala. Metamorph concerts are theatrical, magical, and danceable. Performances as a solo, duo, and a full band featuring Margot Day have included Kurtis Knight, drummer Joe Netzel, sword and belly dancer Rivqah Cas.
Metamorph is “music for morphing”. Inviting the listener to welcome change and “become the wave, the witch, the butterfly, the wizard, the phoenix…”.
Ludovico Technique have released their newest music video “Live As Myself”, off of the album “Haunted People”. Directed by the bands singer Ben V., the visuals of this intensely cinematic work bring a new dimension to Gothic Alternative/Metal unlike anything seen before.
“When directing and filming the music video, my goal was to embody the intensity of the lyrical meaning in a visual language that all could experience”
Fear Factory Announce Mechanize & Re-Industrialized Reissues AND Release Lyric Video for “New Messiah”
Industrial metal pioneers FEAR FACTORY have solidified their importance and have become champions of the Metal community. Today, the band is proud to announce that Re-Industrialized and Mechanize will be available as re-issues on June 23rd via Nuclear Blast Records.
In celebration of the reissues, the band releases a remixed and remastered version of their sleeper hit “New Messiah”. Watch the lyric video for the single for the first time ever.
Announce Mechanize & Re-Industrialized Reissues + Release Lyric Video for “New Messiah” Industrial metal pioneers FEAR FACTORY have solidified their importance and have become champions of the Metal community. Today, the band is proud to announce that Re-Industrialized and Mechanize will be available as re-issues on June 23rd via Nuclear Blast Records.
In celebration of the reissues, the band releases a remixed and remastered version of their sleeper hit “New Messiah”. Watch the lyric video for the single for the first time ever.
The Re-Industrialized reissue features a brand new remix (with live drums), by Greg Reely (Demanufacture, Obsolete, Mechanize), new artwork, and 6 bonus tracks.
Below is the track listing for Re-Industrialized: 1. The Industrialist 2. Recharger 3. New Messiah 4. God Eater 5. Depraved Mind Murder 6. Virus Of Faith 7. Difference Engine 8. Disassemble 9. Religion Is Flawed Because Man Is Flawed 10. Enhanced Reality 11. Human Augmentation 12. Fade Away (Recharger Remix by Rhys Fulber and Dino Cazares) 13. Noise In The Machine (Difference Engine Remix by Blush Response) 14. Landfill 15. Saturation 16. Passing Complexion
Re-Industrialized will be available digitally and in the following formats: 2 CD Jewelcase 2 LP Silver Clear w/ Black Splatter (Limited to 750)
FEAR FACTORY is currently on tour with headliner STATIC X on the “Rise Of The Machine” North American tour. The trek will also feature DOPE as well as selected dates with MUSHROOMHEAD and TWIZTID.
Confirmed dates for the tour are included below. Apr 05: St Louis, MO – Del Mar Hall # Apr 06: Indy, IN – The Vogue # Apr 07: Chicago, IL – House of Blues # Apr 08: Minneapolis, MN – The Fillmore Minneapolis # Apr 09: Lincoln, NE – Bourbon Theater # Apr 11: Denver, CO – The Summit # Apr 13: Las Vegas, NV – House of Blues# Apr 14: San Diego, CA – House of Blues # Apr 15: LA, CA – Belasco Theater – *SOLD OUT* # * Featuring special guest MUSHROOMHEAD # Featuring special guest TWIZTID
THY ART IS MURDER RELEASES THE SECOND SINGLE FROM THE AGGRESSION SESSIONS “UNTIL THERE IS NO LONGER”
Nuclear Blast is proud to announce the 6-song mini album The Aggression Sessions featuring THY ART IS MURDER, FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY, and MALEVOLENCE which will be available digitally on April 7th and on CD + Vinyl on July 21st, 2023 via Nuclear Blast.
Today, THY ART IS MURDER releases the second single from the EP entitled, “Until There Is No Longer”.
The Aggression Sessions is the follow-up to 2016’s The Depression Sessionsand follows the same 6-song mini album where each band offers an original single and a cover song.For this session, THY ART IS MURDER is covering Cannibal Corpse and FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY is covering At The Gates whereas MALEVOLENCEis handling a song by American singer Anastacia.
THY ART IS MURDER and FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY make the following joint statement:
“Before we had even completed work on ‘The Depressions Sessions’ we knew a lifelong friendship had been forged between THY ART IS MURDER and FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY, and that we would have to do another variation of the project. ‘The Aggression Sessions’ concept was born almost immediately following the completion of the first iteration but has taken many years to finally find the time to record and release it amidst the chaotic touring and music release schedules of both bands. We wanted to take things back to some of our favorite inspirations for writing and performing heavy and aggressive music this time, encapsulating the tone of the EP title. We hope everyone enjoys!
Joining us for round 2, please welcome MALEVOLENCE into the series. Much love to The Acacia Strain, and thank you to them for being a part of this lineage. Check out their new forthcoming record as well!
Working with friends and peers and avoiding the pitfalls of competitiveness has always been the most rewarding part of being in a band, so as always thank you for the support and opportunity to have this platform. See you all on the road soon!”
Below is the tracklisting for The Aggression Sessions: 1. Hellions – FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY 2. Until There Is No Longer – THY ART IS MURDER 3. Waste Of Myself – MALEVOLENCE 4. Under A Serpent Sun (At The Gates Cover) – FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY 5. Hammer Smashed Face(Cannibal Corpse Cover) – THY ART IS MURDER 6. Left Outside Alone (Anastacia Cover) – MALEVOLENCE
The Aggression Sessionswill be available in the following formats:
CD jewel case
Vinyl
Grey Brown Swirl w/ Black Splatter
NUCLEAR BLAST USA/EU + Retail
Clear w/ Silver Red Brown Splatter
FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY exclusive, limited to 1,000 copies
Red w/ Silver Brown Splatter
THY ART IS MURDER exclusive, limited to 1,000 copies
Silver w/ Red Brown Splatter
MALEVOLENCE’s Wilkie Robinson adds, “New Jersey to Australia to Sheffield! it was an absolute pleasure to be involved in this big international metal link-up and a great opportunity for us to have fun creatively outside of the usual expectations. Shout out to Eliran Kantor for killing the artwork and Nuclear Blast for making it all happen.”
MALEVOLENCE exclusive, limited to 1,000 copies
THY ART IS MURDER RELEASES THE SECOND SINGLE FROM THE AGGRESSION SESSIONS “UNTIL THERE IS NO LONGER”Nuclear Blast is proud to announce the 6-song mini album The Aggression Sessions featuring THY ART IS MURDER, FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY, and MALEVOLENCE which will be available digitally on April 7th and on CD + Vinyl on July 21st, 2023 via Nuclear Blast.
Today, THY ART IS MURDER releases the second single from the EP entitled, “Until There Is No Longer”. Check out the visualizer here: https://youtu.be/M7MJLbbsIlI
THY ART IS MURDER and FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY make the following joint statement: “Before we had even completed work on ‘The Depressions Sessions’ we knew a lifelong friendship had been forged between THY ART IS MURDER and FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY, and that we would have to do another variation of the project. ‘The Aggression Sessions’ concept was born almost immediately following the completion of the first iteration but has taken many years to finally find the time to record and release it amidst the chaotic touring and music release schedules of both bands. We wanted to take things back to some of our favorite inspirations for writing and performing heavy and aggressive music this time, encapsulating the tone of the EP title. We hope everyone enjoys!
Joining us for round 2, please welcome MALEVOLENCE into the series. Much love to The Acacia Strain, and thank you to them for being a part of this lineage. Check out their new forthcoming record as well!
Working with friends and peers and avoiding the pitfalls of competitiveness has always been the most rewarding part of being in a band, so as always thank you for the support and opportunity to have this platform. See you all on the road soon!” MALEVOLENCE’s Wilkie Robinson adds, “New Jersey to Australia to Sheffield! it was an absolute pleasure to be involved in this big international metal link-up and a great opportunity for us to have fun creatively outside of the usual expectations. Shout out to Eliran Kantor for killing the artwork and Nuclear Blast for making it all happen.”
Below is the tracklisting for The Aggression Sessions: 1. Hellions – FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY 2. Until There Is No Longer – THY ART IS MURDER 3. Waste Of Myself – MALEVOLENCE 4. Under A Serpent Sun (At The Gates Cover) – FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY 5. Hammer Smashed Face(Cannibal Corpse Cover) – THY ART IS MURDER 6. Left Outside Alone (Anastacia Cover) – MALEVOLENCE
The Aggression Sessionswill be available in the following formats: CD jewel case Vinyl Grey Brown Swirl w/ Black Splatter NUCLEAR BLAST USA/EU + Retail Clear w/ Silver Red Brown Splatter FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY exclusive, limited to 1,000 copies Red w/ Silver Brown Splatter THY ART IS MURDER exclusive, limited to 1,000 copies Silver w/ Red Brown Splatter MALEVOLENCE exclusive, limited to 1,000 copies Pre-order your copy of The Aggression Sessions, here: https://bfan.link/the-aggression-sessions Photo credit: Lucas Englund ABOUT THY ART IS MURDERTHY ART IS MURDER, one of Australia’s top-heavy exports, is currently on their 10-year anniversary of the seminal album, Hate. The next stop on their “Decade Of Hate” world tour is Europe where they will share the stage with labelmates FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY.
Confirmed dates for THY ART IS MURDER “Decade Of Hate” European tour with FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY are: 4/06/2023 Germany Karlsruhe @ Substage 4/07/2023 Austria Vienna @ Impericon Festival *SOLD OUT* 4/08/2023 Germany Leipzig @ Impericon Festival 4/09/2023 Belgium Sint-Niklaas @ De Casino *SOLD OUT* 4/10/2023 UK London @ The Dome *SOLD OUT* 4/11/2023 UK London @ The Dome *SOLD OUT* 4/13/2023 France Nancy @ L’Autre Canal 4/14/2023 Switzerland Zurich @ Impericon Festival 4/15/2023 Germany Oberhausen @ Impericon Festival 4/16/2023 Germany München @ Impericon Festival *SOLD OUT* THY ART IS MURDER online at:
ABOUT FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY New Jersey six-piece FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY released their sixth album Oh What The Future Holds inJanuary of 2022.
Confirmed dates for FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY with THE ACACIA STRAIN, PRIMITIVE MAN, and FULL OF HELL are: 3/24 Dallas TX – Amplified Live 3/25 Austin TX – Come and Take It Live *SOLD OUT* 3/26 Houston TX – Warehouse Live 3/28 Tampa FL – The Orpheum 3/29 Atlanta GA – Heaven at The Masquerade 3/30 Greensboro NC – Arizona Pete’s *SOLD OUT* 3/31 Baltimore MD – Baltimore Soundstage *SOLD OUT* 4/1 Worcester MA – The Palladium
“Decade Of Hate” European tour W/ THY ART IS MURDER 4/06/2023 Germany Karlsruhe @ Substage 4/07/2023 Austria Vienna @ Impericon Festival – SOLD OUT 4/08/2023 Germany Leipzig @ Impericon Festival 4/09/2023 Belgium Sint-Niklaas @ De Casino 4/10/2023 UK London @ The Dome – SOLD OUT 4/11/2023 UK London @ The Dome – SOLD OUT 4/13/2023 France Nancy @ L’Autre Canal 4/14/2023 Switzerland Zurich @ Impericon Festival 4/15/2023 Germany Oberhausen @ Impericon Festival 4/16/2023 Germany München @ Impericon Festival – SOLD OUT
ABOUT MALEVOLENCE With their critically acclaimed new studio album Malicious Intent,MALEVOLENCE has staked out their place as one of contemporary metal’s heavyweight acts. The rising UK stars are now out to conquer the world, and have already blown away audiences at the likes of Download Festival, Bloodstock Festival, Knotfest Germany, and the Bring Me The Horizon Malta Weekender, not forgetting to mention a huge UK arena tour with ARCHITECTS and SLEEP TOKEN, and mainland EU dates with LAMB OF GOD.
MALEVOLENCE live: 4/28/2023 Gothic Theatre – Englewood, CO 5/04/2023 Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center – Mankato, MN 5/10/2023 The Paramount – Huntington, NY 5/12/2023 Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom – Hampton Beach, NH 5/13/2023 College Street Music Hall – New Haven, CT 5/14/2023 State Theatre – Portland, ME 5/16/2023 The National – Richmond, VA 5/23/2023 Stage AE – Pittsburgh, PA 5/31/2023 Horizon Events Center – Clive, IA 6/02/2023 The Rust Belt – East Moline, IL 6/03/2023 Uptown Theater – Kansas City, MO 6/06/2023 Emo’s Austin – Austin, TX 6/07/2023 The Factory In Deep Ellum – Dallas, TX 6/09/2023 Marquee Theatre – Tempe, AZ 6/12/2023 The Warfield – San Francisco, CA 6/15/2023 Paramount Theatre – Seattle, WA
Be sure to check out this aweome lineup of energizing talent !! I’ll see you at one of the midwest tour stops, cause this is my 3rd time seeing Static-x, and the second time seeing Mushroomhead since opening for them. I hope you’ll bring a friend or two along with you!!
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Lord of the Lost announce international dates in South America, and Europe.
The Blood and Glitter tour starts off 04.25.23 in Buenos Aries. AR., and continues until 10.13.23 in La Roche-sur-Yon, FR.
You can see the complete tour itinerary below :
April 25 Buenos Aires (AR) April 27 Santiago (CL) June 01 Stockholm (SE) June 09 Zwickau (DE) June 17 Saarbrücken (DE) July 31 Aschaffenburg (DE) August 02 Karlsruhe (DE) September 23 London (UK) September 24 Bristol (UK) September 26 Southampton (UK) September 27 Nottingham (UK) September 28 Wolverhampton (UK) September 29 Manchester (UK) October 11 Lille (FR) October 12 Savigny-le-Temple (FR) October 13 La Roche-sur-Yon (FR)
Therapy , the new album from nolongerhuman delivers a powerful statement about our current mental health care system wrapped in a catchy and powerful Harsh Electro / EBM tracks
The B – Side is a remake of his classic track Stop.Listen.Think.Infest (2023 Club Mix) Remixes by Assemblage 23 and DV8R
Midwest industrial goth legends Lockjaw are back with a new lineup and release titled the “Annihilove EP”. Due out April 7th of 2023 with a single/video to proceed the album on March 1st. The new album combines the old school abrasive sound of Lockjaw with melodic hooks and pounding beats inspired by the likes of Aesthetic Perfection and Julien K.
The vocals were recorded and produced by Eric LaBrosse at Cherry Pit Studios. Mastered by Ted Jensen (Green Day, Manson, Evanescence, etc.)
Lockjaw is: Medavon DeRaj’e on vocals, guitars, synths and programming, Scotty Damned on lead guitars, Jake Steffes on bass and KW Mart on drums.
Lockjaw became a household name in the Midwest while sharing the stage with national acts; Mudvayne, Type O Negative, Damage Plan, Wednesday 13, Hell Yeah, Prong, KMFDM, Powerman 5000, Mindless Self Indulgence, Lords of Acid and multiple at-capacity events as direct support, opening for MARILYN MANSON.
Since starting out in 1998, Lockjaw has released 15 albums to date on Dark Drug records with their previous effort being 2021’s “Reverent” and later in July 2021 “Somewhere In A Dream”. Lockjaw’s “Bored Again” from the CD “Dirty Minds and Smiling Faces”(2004) is featured on the X-Box360 game “Dead Rising”.
All social media sites and music can be found here.
Blak and Blu kick off The American Dream North American Tour 2023
Moris Black, and Danny Blu will be traveling across North America to bring the American Dream to your city, The duo kick off the 2023 Tour in 05.13.23 in Newark, NJ. Special guests on this tour include with special guests Eva X , and Nyxx , along with HAEX . The American Dream 2023 Tour makes stops in most major US cities, then a final tour stop 06.18.23 in “New York, NY.
Take some time, save up, and make it out to the closest stop near you. Its gonna be a HOT summer of blood, sweat, and BASS, so be sure to keep it Evol !!
Coming up on 03.10.23; Combichrist kick off the 2023 Oldschool Electronic Tour in Las Vegas, NV. Special guests on this tour include iVardensphere, Esoterik and Priest, along with Grendel on selected dates of the US tour, from SLC to Chicago.
The 2023 Oldschool US Tour makes stops in most major US cities, with a stop in Parsippany, NJ., on 04. 01.23 for Dark Forces Fest, a stop in Wilmington, VA., then a final tour stop 04.04.23, in Detroit. MI.
After some well deserved time off, Combichrist and Priest embark on a European tour on 04.24.23 in The Netherlands, making stops in most of the populus cities in Europe, with the last stop 05.12.23 in Germany.
Be sure to experience the sights and sounds that a bill like this can bring, this one will be talked about with fond memories.
The FROM HELL AND BACK Tour began Thursday, 02.16.23, in Sacremento, CA and ends Saturday, 03.18.23 in Los Angeles, CA
Psyclon Nine are back on tour in the USA with support from Clockwork Echo, Our Frankenstein and Corvins Breed
VIP Meet and Greet packages are available on the Psyclon Nine Bandcamp page which includes not only the meet and greet and swag, but we will also be performing a song on stage for our VIP’s that won’t be included in our set. The VIP Meet and Greet packages also include an exclusive tour laminate / lanyard, an exclusive tour poster, a LESS TO HEAVEN pin, a photo op / hangout.
These packages are limited to 10 guests per night so get them on the Psyclon Nine Bandcamp page before they are gone. (Link below)
Nero Bellum will also be offering a behind the scenes video tour diary for his subscribers, where he will be hosting group chats and responding to your questions and posting them daily throughout the tour. Visit @nero_bellum_official on Instagram and subscribe to participate.
Go out to one of the tour stops near you, and support these awesome artists and acts!! You Definitely DO NOT Want to miss out on this one!
Skinny Puppy kicks off their FINAL Tour on April 6th, 2023, in San Antonio, TX and continues across the U.S. with the final stop in Seattle, WA on May 9th.
Skinny Puppy are scheduled to play the Sick New World festival in Las Vegas on May 13th, 2023 as well.
VIP Packages are available at SkinnyPuppy.vip
Skinny Puppy 2023 FINAL Tour Stops:
Thu Apr 06 – San Antonio, TX – Aztec Theater Fri Apr 07 – Houston, TX – House of Blues Sat Apr 08 – New Orleans, LA – House of Blues Mon Apr 10 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Revolution Tue Apr 11 – St. Petersburg, FL – Jannus Live Thu Apr 13 – Atlanta, GA – The Buckhead Theatre Fri Apr 14 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore Charlotte Sat Apr 15 – Asheville, NC – The Orange Peel Mon Apr 17 – Pittsburgh, PA – The Roxian Tue Apr 18 – Philadelphia, PA – Theatre of the Living Arts Wed Apr 19 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore Silver Spring Fri Apr 21 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza Sun Apr 23 – Boston, MA – House of Blues Tue Apr 25 – Montreal, QC – The Corona Theater Wed Apr 26 – Toronto, ON – History Fri Apr 28 – Cincinnati, OH – Bogarts Sat Apr 29 – Cleveland, OH – House of Blues Mon May 01 – Minneapolis, MN – The Fillmore Tue May 02 – Lawrence, KS – Liberty Hall Wed May 03 – Denver, CO – Summit Thu May 04 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot Sat May 06 – Garden City, ID – Revolution Concert House and Event Center Mon May 08 – Portland, OR – Crystal Ballroom Tue May 09 – Seattle, WA – Neptune
Be sure to Keep It EVOL and get your tickets to a tour stop in the city nearest to you!!!
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