The Machines Vs Monsters tour is off to an explosive start with the first show completely SOLD OUT, and tickets for the remaining dates are flying! Don’t miss your chance to catch this incredible lineup.
North American Dates:
May 30: Minneapolis MN – The Fillmore Minneapolis – SOLD OUT!
Chicago’s electro-rock quartet, Comasoft, have made a triumphant return with their brand new EP, “Gather at the End,” released on April 25th via Moth in a Flame! The EP features five fresh tracks, including the previously released singles “Numbing” and “Firebomb.”
Produced at BLVM3 Studios in Chicago, “Gather at the End” features founding member Tomasz Banach alongside Ramirez, Christopher Lee, and Chris Cambell. This marks Comasoft’s first new music since 2023’s “Finis Temporis” and 2015’s “Let’s go All the Way” EP.
This new EP is particularly significant as it celebrates the 20th anniversary of their self-titled debut release on Moth in a Flame Records. Over two decades, the band has released two full-length albums, four EPs, and numerous singles, including their college radio hit “10volt.” While band members have evolved, Comasoft continues to deliver a sound that feels both fresh and reminiscent of iconic bands like The Cure, Placebo, and Gary Numan, all wrapped in an 80s neon aesthetic. Ramirez’s new romantic vocals blend seamlessly with powerful synthesizers and sharp guitars.
Gather at the End Tracklisting:
Fire Bomb
Restless Life
Numbing (Perchance)
Deprive
Trapped in a Vial
For those who came of age in Chicago between Generation X and Millennial, Comasoft was a familiar face in the city’s dark, fog-filled clubs, sharing stages with electro-glam contemporaries and supporting major acts like Madina Lake, Hawthorne Heights, Breathe Carolina, The Presets, and Kill Hannah, as well as dark electronic artists such as IAMX, Apoptygma Berzerk, and Stabbing Westward.
Comasoft made their long-awaited return to the stage this past November, opening for a sold-out hometown show with Stabbing Westward. Riding high on the energy of that performance, Jay Ramirez and Comasoft focused on completing their new EP and booking more shows in 2025. Upcoming dates include a headlining show at Cobra Lounge in Chicago on April 25th and supporting EBM legends Leaether Strip in Columbus, Ohio on July 11th. More dates for 2025 are expected to be announced soon.
COMASOFT LIVE DATES 2025:
4/25/2025 Cobra Lounge, Chicago w/ BA Sisters and DJ Leo
7/11/2025 Black Swan Bar and Grill, Columbus w/Leaether Strip and the Stigmas
Death metal legends CANNIBAL CORPSE have announced a headlining North American tour set to take place this Fall! The brutal journey kicks off on September 15th in Nashville, Tennessee, and will hit over two dozen cities before concluding on October 22nd in Charlotte, North Carolina. Joining them as support will be the thrash masters MUNICIPAL WASTE and the death metal force FULCI. This tour follows their recent run across North America with Meshuggah.
Pre-sales for tickets begin today, Wednesday, May 7th at 10:00 AM local time for Blabbermouth and Knotfest. Local and promoter pre-sales start tomorrow, Thursday, May 8th at 10:00 AM local time.
General ticket sales will commence this Friday, May 9th at 10:00 AM local time at cannibalcorpse.net.
CANNIBAL CORPSE w/ Municipal Waste, Fulci: 9/15/2025 Marathon Music Works – Nashville, TN 9/17/2025 The Mill & Mine – Knoxville, TN 9/18/2025 Louder Than Life – Louisville, KY 9/19/2025 The Roxian – Pittsburgh, PA 9/20/2025 NE Metal and Hardcore Fest – Worcester, MA 9/22/2025 Buffalo RiverWorks – Buffalo, NY 9/23/2025 The Agora – Cleveland, OH 9/24/2025 The Intersection – Grand Rapids, MI 9/26/2025 The Rave – Milwaukee, WI 9/27/2025 Epic Event Center – Green Bay, WI 9/28/2025 First Ave – Minneapolis, MN 9/29/2025 The Truman – Kansas City, MO 9/30/2025 Diamond Ballroom – Oklahoma City, OK 10/02/2025 Van Buren – Phoenix, AZ 10/03/2025 Ventura Theater – Ventura, CA 10/04/2025 House Of Blues – Anaheim, CA 10/05/2025 Soma – San Diego, CA 10/07/2025 Rialto Theater – Tucson, AZ 10/09/2025 The Aztec Theatre – San Antonio, TX 10/10/2025 House Of Blues – Houston, TX 10/11/2025 The Hall – Little Rock, AR 10/12/2025 Mars Music Hall – Huntsville, AL 10/14/2025 The Ritz – Raleigh, NC 10/15/2025 The National – Richmond, VA 10/17/2025 The Paramount – Long Island, NY 10/18/2025 Starland Ballroom – Sayreville, NJ 10/19/2025 The Fillmore – Silver Spring, MD 10/21/2025 The Norva – Norfolk, VA 10/22/2025 The Fillmore – Charlotte, NC
CANNIBAL CORPSE’s critically acclaimed album “Chaos Horrific” was released in 2023 via Metal Blade Records. Produced by Erik Rutan, this is his sixth collaboration with the band. “Chaos Horrific” delivers their signature brutal death metal sound with lyrical themes including zombie warfare and mass mutilation. The album’s artwork is by longtime collaborator Vince Locke.
“Chaos Horrific” achieved significant chart success upon its release, hitting #7 on the Billboard Album Sales chart, #2 on the Hard Music Albums chart, and more.
You can purchase “Chaos Horrific” on various formats at the CANNIBAL CORPSE store and Metal Blade Records.
April flew by for Faderhead, with main focus on the Hamburg show and the final touches on the upcoming single “This Is Not The End,” including the music video and social media content. 💻Mark your calendars! The new track drops on Friday, May 23rd! 🔥 According to the electrifying reactions at the recent shows in Oberhausen and Hamburg, this one’s shaping up to be a real banger! 💥
Exciting news! Faderhead has also been announced for the prestigious E-Tropolis Festival at Turbinenhalle in Oberhausen, Germany next year! 🇩🇪This goth-electro extravaganza is set to feature 5-6 more fantastic bands, making it a must-attend event for fans of the genre. 🦇
Tickets are expected to sell out fast (just like this year!), so don’t wait until the last minute! ⏳ Faderhead reminds fans not to be like those who miss out on M’era Luna tickets due to procrastination. 😉
LIVE DATES:
Aug 9, 2025 – M’era Luna, Hildesheim/Germany (SOLD OUT!) 🌕
Mar 28, 2026 – E-Tropolis, Oberhausen/Germany TICKETS
WHAT IF YOU’RE NOT SUPPOSED TO BE HAPPY? 🤔
Let’s be real for a moment: this whole “pursuit of happiness” thing is getting a tad annoying, right? 🙄 Happiness is everywhere! Instagram reels screaming about “highest vibrations,” ads promising happiness through protein powder and coffin-shaped lamps, and podcasts titled “How To Finally Be Happy (And Make Millions…).” 💸🛋️💊✨ And honestly, does it really work? Not for many, even those who are financially stable and healthy. 🤷♂️ So, the thought arises: what if you’re not supposed to be happy all the time? 🤔 What if that was never the point? 🎯 What if this modern obsession with constant happiness is just another marketing scheme for a life that doesn’t actually exist? 🛍️
Broken GPS 🧭
When Faderhead was 25, the goal was a record deal. ✍️ Got it. Then, it was people at shows. 🚶♂️ Got that too. Then, people singing along. 🎤 Check. And guess what? Faderhead was still the same moody, overthinking, slightly-depressed, alcohol-fueled dude with endless half-finished projects and a mix of genius/garbage ideas. 🤷♂️🍺📝 Happiness, it turned out, was a moving target – and Faderhead was chasing it with a faulty GPS. 😵💫
The Alternative 🕊️
What if peace is better than happiness? 😌 What if “content” is better than “ecstatic”? 😊 What if waking up without dread and sleeping with a calm mind is the real win? 🏆 A few weeks ago, someone much younger asked, “Are you happy?” 🤔 Faderhead’s answer: “No. But I’m at peace with most things. And I’m doing stuff that matters to me.” 🙏 Maybe that quieter space, where work feels meaningful and the mind isn’t at war, is the real destination. 🧘 Getting older helps with this perspective. 👴 At 20, it’s all about “more.” ➕ More stuff, more success, more experiences, more “likes.” 👍 Approaching 50, “less” starts to look like freedom. ➖ Less chaos, less drama, less noise, less bullshit. 🚫 Suddenly, quiet moments, close friends, and doing your own thing without external validation become more appealing. 🤫🤝 And somehow, that feels… good. Solid. Real. A quiet kind of content. 💯
What’s The Goal Then? ➡️
So yeah, maybe you’re not supposed to be happy all the time. 🤔 Maybe you’re supposed to be useful. 🛠️ Maybe you’re supposed to grow through pain instead of avoiding it. 🌱 Maybe life isn’t a 24/7 Disneyland ride, but a well-built road that gets you where you need to go, even if it’s bumpy. 🛣️ And maybe, just maybe, you’re doing better than you think. ❤️ Now stop scrolling for happiness and go do something that actually matters to you. ✨
Get ready, because King 810 are bringing their heavy sound across the continent this August and September for the “Welcome To The Rustbelt Tour”! After giving fans a bit of a break, the band is back and ready to deliver their intense live experience, accompanied by special guests Banks Arcade. Prepare for the death of Autumn as this powerful tour hits stages across Europe! 🍂
KING 810 – WELCOME TO THE RUSTBELT TOUR 2025wsg Banks Arcade
Aug 30 – Stuttgart, Germany – Im Wizemann 🇩🇪 Aug 31 – Bochum, Germany – Zeche September 🇩🇪 Sep 1 – Hamburg, Germany – Gruenspan 🇩🇪 Sep 2 – Berlin, Germany – Hole44 🇩🇪 Sep 3 – Dresden, Germany – Blauer Salon 🇩🇪 Sep 4 – Munich, Germany – Backstage 🇩🇪 Sep 6 – Paris, France – Backstage By The Mill 🇫🇷 Sep 7 – Haarlem, Netherlands – Patronaat 🇳🇱 Sep 9 – Ghent, Belgium – Vierde Zaal 🇧🇪 Sep 11 – Oxford, UK – O2 Academy 🇬🇧 Sep 12 – Leeds, UK – The Key Club 🇬🇧 Sep 13 – Nottingham, UK – Rescue Rooms 🇬🇧 Sep 14 – Glasgow, UK – Cathouse 🇬🇧 Sep 16 – Manchester, UK – Rebellion 🇬🇧 Sep 17 – London, UK – O2 Academy Islington 🇬🇧 Sep 18 – Bristol, UK – Thekla 🇬🇧 Sep 19 – Swansea, UK – Sin City 🇬🇧 Sep 20 – Southampton, UK – The Joiners 🇬🇧
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now! Check local listings for details and purchase links. ⏰
New Album Cross Me Twice Drops March 28th + U.S. Summer Tour Announced! 🎸
The countdown is officially on! Phoenix-based nu-metal powerhouse SICKSENSE is gearing up for the release of their highly anticipated debut full-length album, Cross Me Twice, arriving March 28th via Earache Records. As the final taste before the album’s drop, the band has just unveiled their electrifying new single, “Follow Me”, a track packed with raw emotion, crushing riffs, and anthemic melodies.
Co-vocalist Killer V shares the deep meaning behind the track:
“‘Follow Me’ is about two people being together at the wrong place at the wrong time in that point of their lives. It’s a story of realizing and acknowledging that they just aren’t meant to be together. It doesn’t mean they’re bad people, they just aren’t right for each other.
We’re all flawed, we’ve all done or said things we regret. Growth comes from learning from our mistakes, recognizing when we’re wrong, and moving forward.
I love that this is the final track on Cross Me Twice. It doesn’t leave on a positive or negative note—it leaves the future open with possibilities, just like our journey as a band.”
🔥 Cross Me Twice – Out March 28th!
💿 Tracklist: 1️⃣ Sellout 2️⃣ Wildfires 3️⃣ Throwback 4️⃣ Fever Dream 5️⃣ Invisible 6️⃣ On Repeat 7️⃣ Masquerade Parade 8️⃣ In This Carousel 9️⃣ Here Come All The Memories 🔟 Follow Me
From the creative minds of Vicky “Killer V” Psarakis (ex-The Agonist) and Rob The Ripper (Stuck Mojo), SICKSENSE is redefining nu-metal with a fresh, high-energy approach. Featuring Agent Phil (guitar), The Gothfather (bass), and Smokin’ J (drums), the band fuses nu-metal, metalcore, and electronic elements to create a genre-defying sound.
🎵 Listen to previous singles:Wildfires, On Repeat, Masquerade Parade, and In This Carousel.
Killer V on Cross Me Twice:
“Cross Me Twice takes listeners on an emotional rollercoaster. We’ve evolved from our traditional nu-metal roots by incorporating modern metal and electronic elements. The heavy parts got heavier, the soft parts got softer, and the catchy parts got catchier.
We faced challenges while making this album, parting ways with former members and bringing in new ones. Those struggles inspired the lyrics, making this our most personal and powerful record yet.
Working with producer Joey Doherty elevated the record’s sound to the next level, and we believe this will be one of the best-sounding albums of 2025. We poured our hearts into this, and we hope it resonates with our fans just as much as it does with us.”
🎸 SICKSENSE Joins THE UNION UNDERGROUND, SPINESHANK & ADEMA on U.S. Summer Tour
SICKSENSE will hit the road this summer for a massive U.S. tour alongside THE UNION UNDERGROUND, SPINESHANK, and ADEMA. Tickets are available now!
📅 SICKSENSE 2025 U.S. Tour Dates: 📍 July 10 – Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live 📍 July 11 – Houston, TX @ Scout Bar 📍 July 12 – San Antonio, TX @ The Rock Box 📍 July 13 – Corpus Christi, TX @ House of Rock 📍 July 15 – Dallas, TX @ The Grenada Theater 📍 July 16 – Fayetteville, AR @ JJ’s Live 📍 July 19 – Mansfield, OH @ Inkcarceration Festival 📍 July 20 – Belvidere, IL @ The Apollo Theater AC 📍 July 22 – Joliet, IL @ The Forge 📍 July 24 – Moline, IL @ The Rust Belt 📍 July 25 – Green Bay, WI @ Epic Event Center 📍 July 26 – Turtle Creek, WI @ St. Croix Casino 📍 July 27 – Des Moines, IA @ Wooly’s 📍 July 29 – Lincoln, NE @ Bourbon Theatre 📍 July 31 – Denver, CO @ The Oriental Theater 📍 Aug 1 – Colorado Springs, CO @ Black Sheep 📍 Sept 18 – Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life Festival
🤘 About SICKSENSE
SICKSENSE has rapidly risen to prominence, building a devoted fanbase—known as the “Deli-boos”—through their high-energy performances, engaging online presence, and genre-bending sound.
Following their EPs ‘Kings Today’ and ‘Fools Tomorrow’, the band has garnered praise from TankTheTech, Spotify’s Alternative Metal & New Nü playlists, and comparisons to Slipknot, Evanescence, and Limp Bizkit.
With Cross Me Twice, SICKSENSE is pushing nu-metal into the future, blending elements of metalcore, progressive metal, and power metal to create a modern sound that fans of both classic and contemporary metal will love.
📅 Tour Dates: July 15 – September 13, 2025 🎟️ Tickets Available Now:amonamarth.com/tour
📸 Photo by Tomas Gidén
Viking Metal Meets Heavy Metal Titans
Sweden’s Amon Amarth is set to unleash a storm of Viking fury alongside the legendary Pantera for The Heaviest Tour of the Summer! 🔥⚔️ Produced by Live Nation, this massive amphitheater tour kicks off July 15 in Burgettstown, PA, and will ravage over two dozen cities, concluding on September 13 in West Palm Beach, FL.
Amon Amarth is bringing as much of their jaw-dropping stage production as the venues can handle, ensuring an epic, battle-ready experience for metal fans across North America.
🎤 Amon Amarth comments: “We are beyond excited to hit the road with the mighty Pantera! Their music has shaped metal as we know it, and sharing the stage with them is an absolute honor. Get ready for a tour of pure, unrelenting heavy metal!”
📍 July 2025 🔹 15 – Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake 🔹 17 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre 🔹 19 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre 🔹 22 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center 🔹 23 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center 🔹 25 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium 🔹 26 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater 🔹 28 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Broadview Stage at SPAC 🔹 29 – Gilford, NH – BankNH Pavilion 🔹 31 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
📍 August 2025 🔹 2 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center 🔹 3 – Hartford, CT – Xfinity Theatre 🔹 6 – Milwaukee, WI – American Family Insurance Amphitheater 🔹 7 – Minneapolis, MN – Target Center 🔹 20 – Salt Lake City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre 🔹 22 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre 🔹 23 – Ridgefield, WA – Cascades Amphitheater 🔹 26 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre 🔹 27 – Inglewood, CA – Kia Forum 🔹 29 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena 🔹 31 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater
📍 September 2025 🔹 2 – Austin, TX – Germania Insurance Amphitheater 🔹 3 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion 🔹 5 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center 🔹 6 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre 🔹 8 – Birmingham, AL – Coca-Cola Amphitheater 🔹 10 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater 🔹 11 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Park at Walnut Creek 🔹 13 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
The Legacy Continues – Amon Amarth’s Dominance in Metal 🛡️🔥
Amon Amarth’s latest US tour follows their monumental Metal Crushes All Tour 2024, featuring a historic performance at Red Rocks Amphitheatre and arena shows in Portland, Vancouver, Quebec City, Asheville, Tampa, and Anaheim. Their 2022 Great Heathen Tour was another milestone, marking the first time an extreme metal band headlined the iconic Kia Forum in Los Angeles.
The band continues to dominate the global metal scene in support of their critically acclaimed album “The Great Heathen Army” (2022). Produced by Andy Sneap, the album pushes the band’s Viking metal sound to new heights, featuring anthemic tracks like “Find A Way Or Make One,” “Get In The Ring,” and the cinematic title track.
📜 Critics Praise “The Great Heathen Army” 🔹 “Amon Amarth balances classic anthemic hooks with darker, heavier elements. A triumphant return.” – Louder Sound 🔹 “A festival-ready dose of Viking-populated anthems with brutal, thrashing intensity.” – Blabbermouth 🔹 “A celebration of Viking metal with some of Amon Amarth’s most aggressive material yet.” – Knotfest
⚔️ The Legacy of Amon Amarth
Formed in 1992 in Tumba, Sweden, Amon Amarth has built an unstoppable legacy with thunderous, anthemic metal inspired by Viking history, folklore, and Norse mythology. Their discography includes legendary albums like:
⚒️ Twilight Of The Thunder God (2008) – Featuring the iconic title track & “Guardians of Asgaard” ⚒️ Jomsviking (2016) – Their first concept album, a cinematic Viking saga ⚒️ Berserker (2019) – Featuring fan-favorite Raven’s Flight and Shield Wall
With electrifying live performances and jaw-dropping stage productions, Amon Amarth continues to dominate the metal world with their unique blend of melody, aggression, and Norse mythology.
Canadian dark pop and gothic rock pioneers, The Birthday Massacre, return with their latest single, “Sleep Tonight”, offering a haunting glimpse into their forthcoming album, “Pathways”, set for release on April 11, 2025, via Metropolis Records.
“Sleep Tonight” is a song about being haunted by our own ghosts, the band shares. Memories and regrets follow us as we try to find comfort. Even the most familiar and safe places can feel sinister as we wrestle with feelings we often bury deep within ourselves.
The song’s dreamlike atmosphere, eerie synth work, and powerful yet melancholic vocals mark a return to the signature storytelling style that has defined the band’s sound for over two decades.
The Birthday Massacre will embark on a 29-date North American tour starting March 28, bringing their cinematic live performances to fans across the continent. Following this, they will head to the UK for a 13-show run beginning on October 24, 2025.
🎟️ Get Tickets & Full Tour Dates Here:🎫 Click Here
📍 Upcoming Tours:
🖤 North America (March-April 2025) 🇬🇧 UK Tour (October-November 2025)
🖤 “Pathways” – A Dark Pop Odyssey
🔮 Album Release Date: April 11, 2025 🔥 Label: Metropolis Records
🎧 Tracklist: 1️⃣ Sleep Tonight 2️⃣ All Of You 3️⃣ The Vanishing Game 4️⃣ Pathways 5️⃣ Whisper 6️⃣ Wish 7️⃣ Faces 8️⃣ Cruel Love
📀 Album Artwork:Pathways cover by Andrea Hunter Photography
🌙 About The Birthday Massacre
Formed in 1999 in Canada, The Birthday Massacre has built an enduring legacy through their hypnotic fusion of gothic rock, darkwave, and electronic elements. Their breakthrough album, “Violet” (2005), featuring anthems like “Blue” and “Happy Birthday”, established their signature ethereal-meets-industrial aesthetic.
Over the years, albums like “Under Your Spell” (2017), “Diamonds” (2020), and the Billboard-charting “Fascination” (2022) have expanded their sonic universe, layering cinematic production and evocative storytelling into their ever-evolving discography.
Renowned for their spellbinding live performances, The Birthday Massacre remains a beloved fixture in the dark pop and gothic rock scenes, captivating audiences with every release.
Metal Blade Records proudly welcomes THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE, the Pennsylvania-based deathcore juggernauts, to its renowned roster. Known for their relentless touring and unyielding sound, the band continues to carve its place among the elite in the deathcore scene.
A Legacy of Crushing Innovation
Formed in 2010, THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE quickly established themselves with their self-released debut album, Know Your Exits, and have since become a staple in the metal community. By 2013, the band had signed with Density Records to release their second album, Invivo [Exvivo], and embarked on tours with heavyweights such as I Declare War, Fit For An Autopsy, Thy Art Is Murder, and Kublai Khan. Their evolution across five more full-lengths earned them Billboard chart placements and critical acclaim worldwide.
Their 2024 release, No Name Graves (via Unique Leader Records), marked a significant milestone in their career. Knotfest described it as “reasserting their position as innovators and leaders in the deathcore genre,” while New Transcendence called it “a cinematic, crushing experience.”No Clean Singing praised its “primal intensity and potent, primitive nihilism,” likening it to acts like Black Tongue and Humanity’s Last Breath, but with a stripped-down, raw approach.
Excitement for the Future
Speaking on their new partnership with Metal Blade Records, the band shared their enthusiasm: “We are beyond excited to announce that we have signed with the legendary Metal Blade Records. It is an honor to be on the same roster as such iconic acts past and present. Shout out to Ryan Williams and the rest of the Metal Blade team for giving us the opportunity to riff.”
The Origin of Madness Tour
Currently, THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE is supporting Distant and Enterprise Earth on their European and UK co-headlining tour. Dubbed The Origin of Madness Tour, the trek features support from Harbinger and promises to deliver relentless energy to every city it visits.
Three-Day Dark/Alt/Dance Music Festival May 2nd to 4th, 2025
VampireFreaks proudly presents Dark Force Fest—a spectacular 3-day music festival featuring a powerhouse lineup of goth, industrial, darkwave, and post-punk acts from around the world.
This thrilling event will showcase 35 bands across two stages, including headliners ORGY, The Birthday Massacre, Covenant, and Suicide Commando, along with standout performances by: Aesthetic Perfection, Genitorturers, Funker Vogt, Razed In Black, Calabrese, SITD, Haujobb, Klutæ, TRAITRS, Beborn Beton, God Module, Flesh Field, Dead On A Sunday, Rosegarden Funeral Party, Amelia Arsenic, NYXX, Panic Priest, 2 Shadows, Seraphim Shock, Dancing Plague, genCAB, Occults, SINE, Circuit Preacher, Corbeau Hangs, Die Sexual, Frenchy and the Punk, Everything Goes Cold, Contracult, Project .44, and Whorticulture.
Venue Details
Dark Force Fest will take place at the Sheraton Parsippany Hotel in Parsippany, NJ, just one hour from New York City. This castle-style hotel boasts 44,000 square feet of event space and 370 hotel rooms. While accommodations at the main venue sold out quickly, there are still rooms available at overflow hotels in the surrounding area.
Activities Beyond the Music
In addition to its impressive musical lineup, Dark Force Fest offers a wide variety of activities, including:
Over 100 Vendors
Sideshow Performances
Drag Queen Shows
Goth-Industrial DJ Club Events
Classes & Activities
Panels and Presentations
Food Trucks
About VampireFreaks
Founded in 1999, VampireFreaks is a globally recognized lifestyle brand and community hub for the gothic and alternative scene. With over two decades of experience hosting gothic events and designing alternative clothing, VampireFreaks continues to inspire and innovate within the scene.
Prepare yourselves: Gates to Hell returns to unleash Death Comes to All, their highly anticipated second full-length album. The Louisville-based melodic death metal outfit blurs the lines between death metal, hardcore, and brutal innovation, delivering raw, unrelenting energy. The album will drop on March 21, 2025, via Nuclear Blast Records.
First Single: ‘Next to Bleed’
Next to Bleed, the album’s first single, demonstrates Gates to Hell’s evolution in sound while retaining their signature aggression. Accompanied by a striking music video directed by Errick Easterday, the visuals depict the band performing around a tilting table where a tortured figure bleeds out—a haunting representation of the song’s dark themes.
Stream or order the limited-edition 7-inch vinyl here: Next to Bleed
Gates to Hell comments: “We’ve been working real hard and we’re excited to share with you all the next chapter for Gates to Hell starting with ‘Next to Bleed.’ This is our most diverse and well-rounded collection of songs yet, and we’re stoked to finally release it to the world soon.”
Preorder Death Comes to All
Fans can preorder the album in multiple formats, including:
CD Jewelcase
LP Vinyl
Purple Swirl
Light Blue Splatter (Band Exclusive)
Purple/White Swirl with Black Splatter (Festival Exclusive)
Produced by Randy LeBoeuf at Graphic Nature Audio and featuring artwork by WYRMWALK, Death Comes to All encapsulates Gates to Hell’s evolution into a heavier, more precise soundscape.
European & UK Tour with Kublai Khan
Kicking off 2025 with a bang, Gates to Hell joins Kublai Khan, Gideon, and Terminal Sleep for a 17-date European and UK tour.
Tour Dates:
17/01/2025 Tilburg, NL – O13 (SOLD OUT)
18/01/2025 Hamburg, DE – Bahnhof Pauli (SOLD OUT)
19/01/2025 Berlin, DE – Hole 44 (SOLD OUT)
20/01/2025 Vienna, AT – Flex (SOLD OUT)
21/01/2025 Munich, DE – Backstage (SOLD OUT)
22/01/2025 Zurich, CH – Dynamo
23/01/2025 Antwerp, BE – Kavka Zappa
24/01/2025 Cologne, DE – Essigfabrik (SOLD OUT)
26/01/2025 Birmingham, UK – O2 Institute (SOLD OUT)
27/01/2025 Glasgow, UK – QMU (SOLD OUT)
28/01/2025 Dublin, IE – Academy (SOLD OUT)
29/01/2025 Belfast, UK – The Limelight (SOLD OUT)
30/01/2025 Leeds, UK – Stylus (SOLD OUT)
31/01/2025 Manchester, UK – New Century Hall (SOLD OUT)
01/02/2025 London, UK – Electric Ballroom (SOLD OUT)
02/02/2025 Bristol, UK – SWX (SOLD OUT)
03/02/2025 Southampton, UK – Engine Room (SOLD OUT)
Melodic technical metal maestros Allegaeon are set to embark on a North American co-headlining tour with thrash titans Warbringer this Spring. Dubbed the Vortex Of Violence Tour, the trek kicks off on March 18th in San Diego, California, and concludes on April 12th in Los Angeles, California. Joining this powerhouse lineup are Skeletal Remains and Summoning The Lich, ensuring an unforgettable night of blistering metal.
Allegaeon comments: “We are thrilled to join forces with thrash titans Warbringer to bring you the Vortex Of Violence Tour! With Warbringer and Allegaeon leading the charge, and the amazing Skeletal Remains and Summoning The Lich kicking off the evening, this lineup promises a night to remember. So, get ready—stretch, drink plenty of liquids, and dust off your riot gear. We’ll see you in the pit.”
Tour Dates – Vortex Of Violence 2025
Allegaeon w/ Warbringer, Skeletal Remains, Summoning The Lich:
3/18/2025 San Diego, CA – Brick By Brick
3/19/2025 Phoenix, AZ – Last Exit Live
3/20/2025 Albuquerque, NM – Launchpad
3/21/2025 Oklahoma City, OK – 89th Street Collective
Allegaeon is gearing up to release their highly anticipated seventh full-length album later this year. Produced by longtime collaborator Dave Otero (Flatline Audio), the album promises to showcase the band’s signature blend of technicality and melody. Stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks.
Watch “Iridescent”
In the meantime, check out Allegaeon’s previously released stand-alone single, Iridescent:
Melodic death metal titans Arch Enemy are returning to North America with a headlining tour this spring. Joining them on the trek are Fit For An Autopsy, Baest, and Thrown Into Exile, making for an epic lineup of pure metal mayhem.
The tour kicks off on April 14, 2025, in San Diego, CA, and wraps up on May 18, 2025, at the Milwaukee Metal Fest. The band will be touring in support of their upcoming album, Blood Dynasty, set for release on March 28, 2025, via Century Media Records.
Tickets go on sale Friday, December 20th, at 10 a.m. local time.
Michael Amott on the Tour:
“We can’t wait to reconnect with our amazing North American fans this spring. We’re bringing Fit For An Autopsy, Baest, and Thrown Into Exile along for the ride — prepare for an unforgettable night of pure metal mayhem. See you soon!”
Tour Dates
04/14 San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park
04/15 Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern
04/16 San Francisco, CA @ The Regency Ballroom
04/18 Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater
04/19 Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo
04/20 Vancouver, BC @ The Pearl
04/22 Edmonton, AB @ Union Hall
04/23 Calgary, AB @ MacEwan Hall
04/25 Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex
04/26 Denver, CO @ Summit
04/28 Minneapolis, MN @ The Fillmore Minneapolis
04/29 Chicago, IL @ The Vic Theatre
04/30 Detroit, MI @ The Majestic Theatre
05/02 New York, NY @ Palladium Times Square
05/03 Worcester, MA @ The Palladium
05/05 Philadelphia, PA @ Theatre of The Living Arts
05/06 Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore Silver Spring
The Browning is kicking off 2025 in style with the announcement of their Electronicore 2025 U.S. tour! The tour will feature support from SWARM and The Defect, delivering a high-energy mix of metalcore and electronic elements to fans across the country.
Running from April 2 to May 4, 2025, the tour promises electrifying performances and a showcase of cutting-edge soundscapes that merge heavy music with electronic intensity.
Tour Dates
April 2: Wichita, KS @ Temple Live
April 3: Colorado Springs, CO @ Black Sheep
April 4: Midvale, UT @ The Pearl Of Man
April 5: Boise, ID @ The Shredder
April 6: Richland, MA @ Rays Golden Lion
April 8: Missoula, MT @ Zacc
April 9: Spokane, WA @ The Big Dipper
April 11: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon
April 12: Portland, OR @ Dantes
April 13: Reno, NV @ Cypress
April 15: Fresno, CA @ Full Circle Brewery
April 16: Palmdale, CA @ Transplants
April 17: Tucson, AZ @ The Rock
April 18: El Paso, TX @ Lowbrow Place
April 19: Lubbock, TX @ Jakes
April 22: Sioux Falls, SD @ Icon Event Center
April 23: Minneapolis, MN @ Green Room
April 24: Madison, WI @ High Noon Saloon
April 25: Grand Rapids, MI @ The Stache
April 26: Columbus, OH @ King Of Clubs
April 27: Pittsburgh, PA @ Thunderbird
April 29: Syracuse, NY @ The Song And Dance
April 30: Brooklyn, NY @ Meadows
May 1: Hamden, CT @ Space Ballroom
May 2: Mechanicsburg, PA @ Lovedrafts
May 3: Virginia Beach, VA @ Scandals
May 4: Knoxville, TN @ Open Chord
About the Supporting Acts
SWARM, the solo project of Brandon Carroll, combines EDM and metalcore for a uniquely heavy sound.
The Defect, led by Moon McBee (wife of The Browning’s Jonny McBee), brings dynamic electronic and metal fusion to the stage.
The Browning’s Latest Release
The Browning’s most recent album, OMNI, was released on November 8, 2024, under the FiXT label. Known for its powerful fusion of electronic and metalcore influences, OMNI has garnered praise for its innovation and energy.
Get Your Tickets Now
Tickets for the Electronicore 2025 tour are available now! Don’t miss your chance to experience one of the most exciting tours of the year. For more information and ticketing details, visit FiXT Music.
Deep Dive into the Universe of The Browning, Swarm, and The Defect:
Renowned Finnish musician Marko Hietala, celebrated for his powerful voice, masterful bass skills, and poetic songwriting, has officially announced his highly anticipated solo album Roses From The Deep. The album, set to release on February 7, 2025, marks Hietala’s first major project since the critically acclaimed Pyre of the Black Heart in 2020.
Blending dark, introspective lyricism with lush, cinematic soundscapes, Roses From The Deep promises an immersive musical journey that transcends genres. With elements of progressive rock, folk, and symphonic metal, the album explores themes of fragility, resilience, and finding light in the depths of darkness.
Latest Single: ‘Impatient Zero’
The album’s latest single, ‘Impatient Zero,’ is a stunning showcase of Hietala’s signature sound. With a stomping, groovy beat and a grand, anthemic chorus, the track delves into the inner struggles of battling personal demons. Accompanied by a visually captivating music video, ‘Impatient Zero’ sets the stage for the album’s ambitious narrative.
Hietala reflects on the track, stating: “‘Impatient Zero’ is about the continuous assault of inner monsters and the harsh truth that, in this reality, others see those monsters too, instead of our real face.”
Other Singles Building Anticipation
‘Left On Mars’: A haunting duet with Tarja Turunen that has become an instant fan favorite.
‘Frankenstein’s Wife’: A dark tale with intricate storytelling and a powerful composition.
These releases have solidified Roses From The Deep as one of the most eagerly awaited albums of 2025.
To celebrate the album’s release, Hietala and his band will embark on a tour across Finland. Tour Dates:
07.02 – Lahti, Finlandia Klubi
08.02 – Kuopio, Sawohouse Underground
12.02 – Helsinki, Tavastia
13.02 – Savonlinna, House Of Olaf
14.02 – Tampere, Olympia-kortteli
15.02 – Turku, Logomo
About Marko Hietala
With decades of experience, Marko Hietala has been a key figure in the Finnish and international music scene, known for his emotive performances and genre-defying compositions. Roses From The Deep promises to solidify his reputation as one of the most innovative artists of his generation.
Killswitch Engage, the three-time Grammy-nominated hard rock heavyweights and platinum-selling band, are excited to announce their highly anticipated new album This Consequence, set to release on February 21 via Metal Blade Records. Fans can now pre-order the album here.
Alongside the album announcement, the band has unveiled the music video for the lead single “Forever Aligned.” Watch it now:
“‘Forever Aligned’ is a song about connection—both human and spiritual,” explains lead vocalist Jesse Leach. “It reflects the ties that bind us not just to each other, but to a greater power, the universe, or God. It’s a song about love, loss, and how we find strength in the midst of it.”
Leach continues, “‘This Consequence’ represents the challenges we’ve faced as a band, as individuals, and as a society over the past five years. It’s a reflection of our collective experiences, and sonically, it’s a true collaboration. I couldn’t be prouder of the music we’ve created together.”
This Consequence Track Listing:
Abandon Us
Discordant Nation
Aftermath
Forever Aligned
I Believe
Where It Dies
Collusion
The Fall of Us
Broken Glass
Requiem
This Consequence Available In:
CD: 8-panel digipak with spot gloss and emboss + 20-page booklet
LP: Single LP with gatefold jacket, spot gloss and emboss + 8-page booklet
2025 Headline Tour with Kublai Khan TX, Fit For a King, and Frozen Soul:
The band will be hitting the road for their Spring 2025 headline tour, their first since late 2022. The tour will begin on March 5 in Nashville and run through April 12 in Portland, Maine. Full tour dates below. Tickets and VIP packages are available here.
Killswitch Engage on Tour (With Kublai Khan TX, Fit For a King, + Frozen Soul) March 2025:
03/05 – Nashville, TN @ The Pinnacle
03/06 – Chesterfield, MO @ The Factory
03/08 – Fayetteville, AR @ JJ’s Live
03/09 – Oklahoma City, OK @ The Criterion
03/11 – El Paso, TX @ Don Haskins Center Arena
03/13 – Las Vegas, NV @ The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
03/14 – Reno, NV @ Grand Theatre at The Grand Sierra Resort
03/15 – Wheatland, CA @ Hard Rock Live
03/17 – Garden City, ID @ Revolution Concert House
03/18 – Seattle, WA @ The Paramount
03/19 – Vancouver, BC @ PNE Forum
03/21 – Penticton, BC @ South Okanagan Events Centre
03/22 – Tsuut’ina, AB @ Grey Eagle Resort & Casino
03/24 – Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre
03/27 – Peoria, IL @ Peoria Civic Center
03/28 – Waukee, IA @ Vibrant Music Hall
03/29 – La Vista, NE @ The Astro
03/30 – Kansas City, MO @ The Midland Theatre
04/01 – Grand Rapids, MI @ GLC Live 20 Monroe
04/03 – Corbin, KY @ The Corbin Arena
04/04 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Stage AE
04/05 – Philadelphia, PA @ Franklin Music Hall
04/06 – Greensboro, NC @ Greensboro Special Events Center
04/08 – New Haven, CT @ College Street Music Hall
04/09 – Buffalo, NY @ Buffalo RiverWorks
04/11 – Laval, QC @ Place Bell
04/12 – Portland, ME @ Cross Insurance Arena Festival Appearances:
05/08 – Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple
05/16 – Daytona Beach, FL @ Welcome to Rockville
About Killswitch Engage:
Killswitch Engage revolutionized heavy music when they emerged from the snowy industrial landscapes of Western Massachusetts in 2000. The band pioneered a blend of European guitar heaviness, East Coast hardcore energy, and insightful lyrics, which led to critical acclaim and three Grammy nominations. Their albums, including Alive or Just Breathing (2002), The End of Heartache (2004), As Daylight Dies (2006), and Incarnate (2016), solidified their position as one of the most influential bands in modern heavy music. With a career spanning over two decades, Killswitch Engage continues to tour the world, headlining major festivals and selling out shows globally.
Deep Dive into the Universe of Killswitch Engage :
In the heart of the music scene, there exists a force beyond mere melody and rhythm.
Cultus Black, a name whispered in awe, transcends the ordinary confines of a band. They are a collective, a movement, where fans, collaborators, and artisans unite under a cloak of anonymity, allowing their art to resound with primal, unfiltered truth.
For the enigmatic figures behind Cultus Black, music was not merely a passion but a lifeline amidst the tumultuous currents of adolescence. In the shadows of societal misunderstanding, the likes of Nine Inch Nails and Marilyn Manson became beacons of empowerment, guiding this solitary soul towards a destiny woven in sonic rebellion. It was in the electric fervor of Nine Inch Nails and Slipknot concerts that the flames of purpose were ignited, birthing a relentless desire to sculpt music that pierces the soul.
The naming of Cultus Black was not born of lofty deliberation but rather an instinctual resonance with the essence of their existence. Genre labels pale in comparison to the raw authenticity pulsating within their compositions, drawn from the crucible of personal triumphs and tribulations.
In the sanctum of creation, solitude becomes a sacred refuge, where ambient melodies and the whispered verses of poets serve as muses for the bard of Cultus Black. Yet, amidst the solitude, a revelation struck like lightning in the darkness of high school corridors, revealing the transformative power of music to elevate and unite.
Collaboration, a cornerstone of their creed, heralds a new era of artistic symbiosis, where egos dissolve in service to the greater symphony of creation. Despite dalliances with various projects, Cultus Black remains the lodestar guiding their journey through the tempest of creative expression.
Adversity, a crucible of resilience, forged an unshakable belief in the potency of their artistry, propelling them towards greater heights. Through the eyes of their fans, music becomes a vessel for personal metamorphosis, a testament to the indelible impact of their sonic alchemy.
Though mastery eludes their grasp, the echoes of NIN, Deftones, and Slipknot reverberate within their souls, guiding their hand in the creation of sonic tapestries. Yet, it is the ethereal specter of David Bowie that imbues their artistry with an ineffable allure, a beacon of boundless creativity.
With each lyric, Cultus Black invites listeners on a journey of introspection, weaving a tapestry of emotions that transcend the boundaries of comprehension. Despite the rigors of touring life, the communion with their audience remains an irreplaceable source of solace and fulfillment.
In the crucible of their success, Cultus Black remains steadfast in their commitment to uplift their community, offering guidance and support to burgeoning talents. With eyes set on conquest, their long-term ambition knows no bounds, as they prepare to unveil thrilling collaborations and embark on a transformative tour.
To all who seek enlightenment in the shadows of their soundscapes, Cultus Black beckons. Stay attuned to their cryptic communiques through their enigmatic website, Cultus Black, or embark on a digital odyssey through the labyrinth of cyberspace to uncover their clandestine identity.
NOLA thrash and groove pioneers EXHORDER have unveiled their spring 2024 US tour schedule alongside Bay Area thrash legends VIO-LENCE, Virginian extreme metallers DECEASED, and LA death metal outfit MORTAL WOUND. The intense journey commences on April 5th in Cambridge, MA, reaching its zenith on April 13th in Chicago, IL. This upcoming tour follows the band’s recent winter venture with VIO-LENCE in South America.
EXHORDER shared their excitement about the impending tour, stating, “To share a bill with Vio-Lence on two separate tours this coming year is something that we are looking forward to immensely. We will join Deceased and Mortal Wound in the process of getting the evening started! Get off your couches and come support live music—if we can make it, so can you!”
Tickets for the tour are available now through the provided links.
About EXHORDER: Formed in 1986, EXHORDER’s journey has been thrilling yet tumultuous. After a twenty-seven-year hiatus following their final Roadrunner Records release in 1992, EXHORDER re-entered the scene with an album considered by many as a contender for the “Best Comeback Album” category. The band dropped Mourn the Southern Skies in October 2019 through Nuclear Blast Records. Despite lineup changes and the challenges of the 2020-2021 pandemic, EXHORDER has fought back to prepare another album for their iconic discography, set to be unveiled next year.
Iconic heavy metal powerhouse, ARMORED SAINT, is set to make a triumphant return to European stages in the summer of 2024. The band will embark on a full run of club shows and handpicked festivals, with more dates to be confirmed soon.
Expressing his excitement, ARMORED SAINT vocalist John Bush shares, “What up Euro Saint heads, Long time no talk. Well, that’s about to end. After not performing on European soil since 2019, we’re proud to announce that we will be returning to Europe in the summer of 2024.”
The tour will feature a mix of festival performances, including Wacken, Alcatraz, Rock of Ages, Brutal Assault, and Rockstadt Extreme in Romania—a first for the band. Headline shows are also planned in Germany, Poland, The Netherlands, and a series of five dates in Britain.
Bush adds, “We love Europe and have been frustrated that it has taken so long to come back but, we WILL make up for lost time! Thanks for your patience! Looking forward to playing Punching the Sky songs as well as all the classics and maybe a few deep tracks. See ya soon. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!”
Full Tour Dates:
27/07/24 DE – Brande-Hörnerkirchen Headbangers Open Air
28/07/24 DE – Rottenburg-Seebronn Rock of Ages Festival
30/07/24 DE – Berlin – Hole 44 / + support
31/07/24 PL – Goleniów – Rampa Kultura / + support
01/08/24 DE – Wacken – Wacken Open Air
04/08/24 RO – Rasnov – Rockstadt Extreme Fest
07/08/24 CZ – Josefov – Brutal Assault Festival
09/08/24 NL – Amsterdam – Melkweg / + support
10/08/24 DE – Essen – Turock / + support
11/08/24 BE – Kortrijk – Alcatraz Festival
13/08/24 UK – Nottingham – Rescue Rooms / + support
14/08/24 UK – Manchester – Rebellion / + support
16/08/24 UK – Wolverhampton – KK’s Steelmill / + support
17/08/24 UK – London – The Dome / + support
18/08/24 UK – Milton Keynes – Craufurd Arms / + support
ARMORED SAINT’s latest studio album, Punching The Sky, released in 2020, received critical acclaim and chart success worldwide. Stay tuned for an electrifying experience as the band brings their signature sound and classics to European fans.
Iconic heavy metal band ARMORED SAINT will embark on a North American tour with Queensrÿche in Spring 2024. The tour starts on March 27, 2024, in Anaheim, California, and concludes on May 21, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada. It features several headlining shows by ARMORED SAINT.
ARMORED SAINT’s vocalist John Bush expressed his excitement about the tour, stating, “Playing shows with Eddie [Jackson], Michael [Wilton], Todd [La Torre], Casey [Grillo], and Mike [Stone] is always inspiring and a lot of fun. The tour hits lots of cities we haven’t played in a while, including dates in Canada!”
Additionally, ARMORED SAINT will be writing new music and is set to re-record the majority of their classic back catalog, with releases throughout 2024 on COP International.
**Tickets for the tour go on sale Friday, November 10th at 10:00am local time, with VIP upgrades available. See all confirmed tour dates below.
ARMORED SAINT will also appear at this year’s edition of Life After Death Horror Fest in Mexico City, Mexico, on December 3, 2023, followed by a special show with KK’s Priest in Bogota, Columbia, on December 5, 2023. The band will participate in the Monsters Of Rock Cruise, which departs from Miami, Florida, on March 2, 2024, sailing for five days with stops in Jamaica and the Bahamas.
ARMORED SAINT:
12/03/2023 Life After Death Horror Fest – Mexico City, MX
12/05/2023 Royal Center – Bogota, CO w/ KK’s Priest
3/02/2024 Monsters Of Rock Cruise – Miami, FL
ARMORED SAINT’s North American Tour with Queensrÿche:
3/27/2024 House Of Blues – Anaheim, CA
3/28/2024 Ace Of Spades – Sacramento, CA
3/29/2024 Great American Music Hall – San Francisco, CA **
3/31/2024 Neptune Theater – Seattle, WA
4/02/2024 Black Sheep – Colorado Springs, CO
4/03/2024 Gothic Theater – Englewood, CO
4/05/2024 Barnato – Omaha, NE **
4/06/2024 Delmar Hall – St Louis, MO
4/07/2024 Paramount – Cedar Rapids, IA
4/09/2024 Coronado Performing Arts Center – Rockford, IL
4/10/2024 Peoria Civic Center – Peoria, IL
4/11/2024 The King Of Clubs – Columbus, OH **
4/12/2024 The Vogue – Indianapolis, IN
4/13/2024 State Theater – Kalamazoo, MI
4/14/2024 Majestic – Detroit, MI
4/16/2024 Bogart’s – Cincinnati, OH
4/17/2024 House Of Blues – Cleveland, OH
4/19/2024 Phoenix Theater – Toronto, ON
4/20/2024 Theater Beanfield – Montreal, QC
4/21/2024 Elements – Kitchener, ON
4/23/2024 Tally Ho Theater – Leesburg, VA **
4/24/2024 The Roxian – Pittsburgh, PA
4/26/2024 Empire Live – Albany, NY
4/27/2024 Palladium – Worcester, MA
4/28/2024 Toad’s – New Haven, CT
4/30/2024 Starland Ballroom – Sayreville, NJ
5/01/2024 Keswick Theater – Glenside, PA
5/02/2024 Montage Music Hall – Rochester, NY **
5/03/2024 The Paramount – Huntington, NY
5/04/2024 Lovedrafts – Mechanicsburg, PA **
5/05/2024 The Fillmore – Charlotte, NC
5/07/2024 Masquerade – Atlanta, GA
5/09/2024 Jannus Live – St. Petersburg, FL
5/10/2024 The Plaza Live – Orlando, FL
5/11/2024 Culture Room – Ft Lauderdale, FL
5/12/2024 The Ranch – Ft Myers, FL
5/15/2024 Scout Bar – Houston, TX **
5/16/2024 Come And Take It Live – Austin, TX ** w/ Dangerous Toys
5/21/2024 Count’s Vamp’d – Las Vegas, NV ** ** ARMORED SAINT headlining show
ARMORED SAINT’s most recent studio album, “Punching The Sky,” was released in 2020 and received critical acclaim. The album charted on various Billboard charts, making it one of their most successful releases.
For more updates and information, visit ARMORED SAINT’s official website and social media profiles.
The Cassandra Complex has officially unveiled the initial phase of their World Tour 2024, proudly presented by COP International and the International Booking Department.
The renowned post-punk ensemble, The Cassandra Complex, will mark their remarkable 40-year journey with an extensive world tour that spans across Europe and the United States. The first segment of this thrilling tour will encompass 11 captivating shows in March 2024, taking place in the UK, Belgium, the Netherlands, Denmark, and Northern Germany:
March 14, 2024: Todmorden, The Golden Lion
March 16, 2024: Gateshead, The Black Bull
March 17, 2024: London, The Lower Third
March 21, 2024: Lodelinsart, La Ruche Verriere
March 22, 2024: Amsterdam, Q-Factory
March 23, 2024: Witten, Dark Skies Festival
March 24, 2024: Heerlen, Nieuwe Nor
March 25, 2024: Hannover, LUX
March 26, 2024: Krefeld, Kufa
March 29, 2024: Hamburg, Logo
March 30, 2024: Copenhagen, Lygten
This captivating tour will showcase the original founding members of the band: Rodney Orpheus (vocals, synths, drum machines), Paul Dillon (keyboards), and Andy Booth (guitar), alongside special guest appearances. The band is also planning to re-record the majority of their timeless catalog, set to be released throughout 2024 under COP International, with corresponding shows that will span their impressive 40-year career.
Notably, The Cassandra Complex will be joined by their fellow COP International labelmates, Vaselyne, on selected dates (Amsterdam, Heerlen, Hannover, Krefeld, Hamburg).
In a groundbreaking announcement that’s set to electrify the metal scene, the Bay Area’s legendary MACHINE HEAD has unveiled the initial leg of its ‘Slaughter The Martøur Nørth America 2024′ tour. Breaking free from their “An Evening With…” format for the first time in a decade, MACHINE HEAD is set to embark on this tour with direct support from Los Angeles’ cyber-metal masters FEAR FACTORY, Sweden’s ORBIT CULTURE, and Louisville, KY’s GATES TO HELL, promising a start to your 2024 that’s as heavy as it gets!
The ‘Slaughter The Martøur Nørth America 2024’ kicks off with a “hometown” show in San Francisco on January 19th, 2024, marking MACHINE HEAD’s first San Francisco performance since 2020. The tour will then make its way north, including shows in the Pacific Northwest and an impressive eight-date run across Canada. Other tour stops include Chicago, Orlando, and Houston, before concluding in Los Angeles on February 24th at The Bellwether.
MACHINE HEAD released their explosive 10th studio album, “ØF KINGDØM AND CRØWN,” in Autumn 2022. The band also unveiled the music video for the track ‘NØ GØDS NØ MASTERS,’ directed by Mike Sloat.
Robb Flynn, founder of MACHINE HEAD, excitedly declared, “Head Cases! This will be the greatest metal tour on earth! So stoked to be getting back on the road in America/Canada with 4 masters of soul-crushing heaviness and an absolutely earth-shattering bill. Fear Factory has long been our brothers-in-arms, pioneers, and innovators of a sound that had yet to exist. Orbit Culture are the fast-rising Swedish modern metal maniacs bringing their unique spin to the world, and Gates To Hell absolutely blew my mind at Milwaukee Metalfest with their sheer savage brutality. North America, we’re ready to crush skulls, crush beers, and crush everything in our path!”
Dino Cazares of FEAR FACTORY commented, “We are honored to be touring with the mighty Machine Head. We came up in the metal scene together, and both bands have left their mark on modern metal. Plus, Robb has been a good friend of mine for close to 30 years. We are excited for the metal fans to see this amazing package, and we can’t wait to get out there. Let’s go!”
ORBIT CULTURE added, “It is such an honor for us to be going on tour with Machine Head and Fear Factory across North America. We look forward to bringing our brand of metal to you all. Beware of the antlers North America!”
GATES TO HELL chimed in, “Machine Head was one of the bands that inspired Gates to Hell to form. They’re a personal favorite of several of us. Out of all the tours we’ve had the opportunity to be a part of over the past year, this is definitely the one we’ve been most excited for. Very excited to share the stage with Machine Head, Fear Factory, and Orbit Culture.”
With this lineup, the tour promises to be an unforgettable experience for metalheads throughout North America. Prepare for an onslaught of sonic intensity as these four bands unite, creating what will undoubtedly be one of the most talked-about metal tours in recent years!
Exclusive Machine Head pre-sale starts today, using the code “MARTOUR” for tickets and VIP packages. You can purchase them here: [Machine Head Tickets](link to tickets).
Pre-sale begins on Wednesday, using the code “MFNH2024.”
Spotify pre-sale begins on Wednesday as well, with the code “MH4LIFE.”
All general admission tickets go on sale this Friday, October 20th, at 10:00 A.M. local time.
Here are the confirmed tour dates for MACHINE HEAD’s ‘Slaughter The Martøur Nørth America 2024’ tour with direct support from FEAR FACTORY, along with ORBIT CULTURE and GATES TO HELL:
01.19.2024 US San Francisco, CA – The Warfield
01.21.2024 US Portland, OR – Roseland Theater
01.22.2024 US Seattle, WA – Showbox
01.23.2024 CA Vancouver, BC – Commodore
01.25.2024 CA Edmonton, AB – Midway Music Hall
01.26.2024 CA Calgary, AB – Grey Eagle Casino
01.27.2024 CA Saskatoon, SK – Coors Event Centre
01.28.2024 CA Winnipeg, MB – Burton Cumming Theatre
01.30.2024 US Minneapolis, MN – Skyway Theatre
01.31.2024 US Chicago, IL – Concord Music Hall
02.01.2024 US Pittsburgh, PA – Roxian Theatre
02.02.2024 US Northfield, OH – MGM Northfield Park
02.03.2024 US Detroit, MI – St. Andrews
02.05.2024 CA Toronto, ON – The Opera House
02.06.2024 CA Montreal, QC – M’Telus
02.07.2024 CA Quebec City, QC – Theatre Capitole
02.08.2024 US Boston, MA – Paradise Rock Club
02.09.2024 US Bethlehem, PA – Wind Creek Event Center
02.10.2024 US New York, NY – Palladium Times Square
02.12.2024 US Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore Silver Spring
02.14.2024 US Atlanta, GA – Masquerade (Heaven)
02.15.2024 US Orlando, FL – House Of Blues
02.17.2024 US Austin, TX – Emo’s
02.18.2024 US San Antonio, TX – Aztec
02.19.2024 US Houston, TX – House Of Blues
02.21.2024 US Englewood, CO – Gothic Theatre
02.22.2024 US Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theater
02.23.2024 US Mesa, AZ – Nile Theater
02.24.2024 US Los Angeles, CA – The Bellwether
You can purchase tickets and VIP packages at [Machine Head VIP](link to VIP).
In the heart of Sheffield, a city known for its industrial past, Resistanz Festival emerged in 2011, carving a unique space in the music scene. This electronic music extravaganza was the brainchild of a passionate music enthusiast, driven by a deep love for genres like industrial, EBM, futurepop, synthpop, and power noise.
Resistanz Festival’s origins were humble but filled with ambition. It was born from the collaboration between the festival’s visionary and the renowned live music venue, Corporation. This visionary had been a fixture in Sheffield’s music scene for years, hosting club nights, live shows, and DJ sets since 2004. The festival was the natural progression, a dream come true, an opportunity to share a profound love for music with kindred spirits on a grander scale.
The festival’s niche focus on alternative electronic music was a response to the craving for diversity within the music festival landscape. In a world dominated by rock and metal festivals, Resistanz Festival offered something different. It was a celebration of electronic beats, a fusion of styles that spanned the spectrum from industrial grit to synthpop melodies.
Year after year, the festival took over the Corporation venue in Sheffield during the Easter weekend. This choice of location wasn’t arbitrary; it was a deliberate move to craft a unique atmosphere. The venue’s layout was ideal, with a main stage area, bars, an outdoor courtyard for food vendors, and a spacious warehouse for merch stalls. It transformed into one big after-party room as the night unfolded. A smaller second stage hosted fresh talent and DJs, while an upstairs area held untapped potential for future expansion.
But 2020 disrupted the festival’s rhythm. The pandemic struck, forcing a tough decision to reschedule. A year’s worth of meticulous planning and preparation hung in the balance. Resistanz Festival, like many events, faced uncertainty and disappointment. The resilience to reschedule for 2021 was met with another setback. The festival’s future hung in the balance as motivation waned.
However, the unwavering support of the festivalgoers, the passionate community that had grown around Resistanz, rekindled the flame. The decision to push forward to 2022 was a daunting challenge, requiring intense effort in a fraction of the usual time. Yet, against the odds, the festival returned, demonstrating the power of music to overcome adversity.
The lineup curation was a meticulous process. Balancing well-known acts with emerging talent was key. The festival aimed to offer an eclectic experience, drawing attendees with a blend of familiar favorites and new discoveries. Each year, the list of potential acts was refined and narrowed down to achieve this delicate equilibrium.
Resistanz Festival continued to evolve. A second room was introduced, featuring artists from genres like Chiptune, EDM, and Drum and Bass. This expansion opened doors to fresh experiences and brought diversity to the event, enriching the attendees’ musical journey.
Memories from past editions were abundant, but a few performances stood out. Acts like Celldweller, Alice In Videoland, Ultraviolence, Icon Of Coil, Savant, and Godflesh left indelible marks, embodying the festival’s commitment to excellence.
As Resistanz Festival looks to 2024, attendees can anticipate an array of musical diversity. Kanga, Zardonic, and Amelia Arsenic are just a glimpse of the talent gracing the stage. The festival’s legacy lies in its ability to connect artists with new fans, fostering growth and opportunity within the music industry.
Staying true to its roots while embracing change has been the festival’s guiding principle. Resistanz Festival is a testament to the enduring power of music to unite, inspire, and evolve. With each passing year, it forges its path, a beacon for electronic music lovers, and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of challenges.
To Deep Dive into the Resistanz Festival universe:
New York’s trailblazing death metal pioneers, SUFFOCATION, are set to join forces this fall with the legendary death metal outfit INCANTATION for the monumental ‘Ancient Unholy Rising Tour 2023’. Spanning 26 intense dates, this epic journey commences on November 7th in Baltimore and will traverse North America, gracing iconic cities like Montreal, Seattle, and Houston before culminating in Greensboro on December 4th. The tour promises to be an unmissable event for metal aficionados, featuring two of the most revered names in the genre, with support acts SKELETAL REMAINS and STABBING.
SUFFOCATION is bursting with enthusiasm, exclaiming, “We’re excited to hit the road alongside our brothers in Death Metal, INCANTATION, and support acts SKELETAL REMAINS and STABBING. The USA and Canada won’t know what hit ’em! By the way — If there was ever a tour you do not want to miss, THIS is the one because we’ve got a lot of surprises in place for fans, so look for some HUGE announcements coming soon; you guys have waited long enough.”
The ‘Ancient Unholy Rising Tour 2023’ holds particular significance for SUFFOCATION, as it will serve as their North American album release tour. Expect exciting details about a new album announcement in the very near future.
Tickets for this colossal event go on sale this Friday, September 1st at 9 AM Eastern. Secure your tickets at: Ticket Purchase Link
The confirmed dates for SUFFOCATION’s ‘Ancient Unholy Uprising’ Tour 2023, featuring co-headliners INCANTATION, as well as SKELETAL REMAINS and STABBING, are as follows:
11.07.2023: U.S. Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage
11.08.2023: U.S. Reading, PA – Reverb
11.09.2023: U.S. Brooklyn, NY – Warsaw
11.10.2023: U.S. Providence, RI – Alchemy
11.11.2023: CA Trois-Rivières, QC – Amphithéâtre Cogeco
11.12.2023: CA Montreal, QC – Studio TO
11.13.2023: CA Toronto, ON – Lee’s Palace
11.14.2023: U.S. Detroit, MI – The Sanctuary
11.15.2023: U.S. Chicago, IL – Reggies
11.16.2023: U.S. Madison, WI – The Annex
11.17.2023: U.S. Lawrence, KS – The Granada
11.18.2023: U.S. Denver, CO – HQ
11.20.2023: U.S. Richland, WA – Ray’s Golden Lion
11.21.2023: U.S. Seattle, WA – El Corazon
11.22.2023: U.S. Portland, OR – Bossanova Ballroom
11.24.2023: U.S. San Francisco, CA – DNA Lounge
11.25.2023: U.S. San Diego, CA – Brick By Brick
11.26.2023: U.S. Los Angeles, CA – 1720
11.27.2023: U.S. Phoenix, AZ – Rebel Lounge
11.28.2023: U.S. Albuquerque, NM – Launchpad
11.29.2023: U.S. Oklahoma City, OK – 89th Street Collective
11.30.2023: U.S. Dallas, TX – Granada Theater
12.01.2023: U.S. Houston, TX – Scout Bar
12.02.2023: U.S. San Antonio, TX – Paper Tiger
12.03.2023: U.S. New Orleans, LA – Southport Music Hall
12.04.2023: U.S. Greensboro, NC – Hangar 1819
SUFFOCATION Line-up:
Terrence Hobbs | Guitar
Derrek Boyer | Bass
Eric Morotti | Drums
Charlie Errigo | Guitar
Ricky Myers | Vocals
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As the festival season nears its end, the international powerhouse, BEAST IN BLACK, is gearing up for their upcoming series of live performances. This tour will traverse the United States and Canada, encompassing a total of 31 exhilarating shows.
The band has treated their fans to a mesmerizing music video for the track ‘To The Last Drop Of Blood’, extracted from their latest album, Dark Connection. In this rendition, the German nu-metal outfit puts their distinctive spin on the iconic SYSTEM OF A DOWN classic. The video captures the undeniable synergy and raw talent of each band member, promising an unforgettable concert experience. From riveting solos to breathtaking vocal deliveries, this live video showcases BEAST IN BLACK at the zenith of their musical excellence.
Directed by Damien Dausch from Psyrus Studio, the video was filmed during the band’s European tour, spanning from November 30 to December 5, 2022.
Timo Rotten, the band’s member, comments on the track: “As we hit bigger and bigger stages in front of tens of thousands of fans, the power of the Beast continues to break loose! We also want to show this madness to those people who have never had the chance to see us live. For that, we chose a powerful song from our latest album, Dark Connection, and we asked Damien Dausch to film it on some shows of the tour. Now, we can proudly present you the music video for ‘To The Last Drop Of Blood’! We hope it brings the big arena feeling into your home.”
Join BEAST IN BLACK live on their forthcoming tour across the USA and Canada, where they will be joined by special guest DANCE WITH THE DEAD.
North American Tour Dates:
07.09 USA Atlanta, GA – ProgPower USA 08.09. USA Richmond, VA – The Canal Club 09.09. USA Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage 10.09. USA Millvale, PA – Mr. Smalls Theatre 11.09. USA New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre 12.09. USA Harrisburg, PA – Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center 13.09. USA Cambridge, MA – The Middle East 15.09. USA Quebec City, QC – Imperial Bell 16.09. CAN Montreal, QC – Club Soda 17.09. CAN Toronto, ON – The Axis Club Theatre 20.09. CAN Winnipeg, MB – The Park Theatre 21.09. CAN Saskatoon, SK – Louis’ 22.09. CAN Calgary, AB – Dickens 23.09. CAN Edmonton, AB – The Starlite Room 25.09. CAN Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw Theatre 26.09. USA Seattle, WA – Substation Seattle 27.09. USA Portland, OR – Star Theater 29.09. USA Roseville, CA – Goldfield Trading Post 30.09. USA Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory 01.10. USA Mesa, AZ – Nile Theater 03.10. USA Salt Lake City, UT – Metro Music Hall 04.10. USA Denver, CO – Gothic Theatre 06.10. USA Dallas, TX – Granada Theater 07.10. USA San Antonio, TX – The Rock Box 08.10. USA Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall 09.10. USA Baton Rouge, LLA – Chelsea’s Live 10.10. USA Birmingham, AL – Saturn 11.10. USA Nashville, TN – Exit/In 13.10. USA West Palm Beach, FL – Respectable Street 14.10. USA Tampa, FL – The Orpheum 15.10. USA Winter Park, FL – The Conduit
BEAST IN BLACK also has an exciting European tour lined up for 2024, titled “GLORY AND THE BEAST – DOUBLE HEADLINE TOUR 2024,” in collaboration with GLORYHAMMER.
The tour will feature special guest BROTHERS OF METAL and will take them through several cities across Europe.
10.01.24: SE Stockholm, Arenan Fryshuset 11.01.24: NO Oslo, Sentrum Scene 12.01.24: DK Roskilde, Epic Fest 13.01.24: DE Hamburg, Edel Optics Arena 14.01.24: NL Tilburg, 013 Poppodium 16.01.24: CH Zurich, Volkshaus 17.01.24: IT Milan, Alcatraz 19.01.24: DE Munich, TonHalle 20.01.24: HU Budapest, Barba Negra Red Stage 21.01.24: CZ Zlin, Sports Hall Datart 23.01.24: AT Vienna, Gasometer 24.01.24: PL Krakow, Studio 26.01.24: DE Leipzig, Haus Auensee 27.01.24: DE Oberhausen, Turbinenhalle 28.01.24: DE Wiesbaden, Schlachthof 30.01.24: FR Paris, Olympia 01.02.24: BE Brussels, Ancienne Belgique 02.02.04: DE Geiselwind, Eventhalle 03.02.04: DE Stuttgart, Wagenhallen 04.02.04: DE Saarbrücken, Garage 06.02.04: UK London, O2 Forum Kentish Town
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