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Dark Force Fest 2026 Announces Electrifying Lineup and Immersive Experience


Dark Force Fest, the ultimate gathering for fans of industrial, gothic, darkwave, EBM, and electronic music, is set to make its highly anticipated return in 2026. Taking place from May 1st to May 3rd at the Sheraton in Parsippany, New Jersey, this year’s festival promises an unforgettable experience with an array of genre-defining artists, iconic performances, and an unparalleled atmosphere of music, art, and community.

Presented by VampireFreaks, the 2026 edition of Dark Force Fest brings together a diverse collection of acts, both well-established and emerging, from the world of dark, industrial, and electronic music. With performances spanning three nights, fans can expect a wide variety of genres, from aggressive industrial to melodic darkwave and everything in between. The festival has confirmed a total of 35 bands performing over three days, plus two bands on the Thursday night pre-party.

Confirmed Lineup Spotlight

  • London After Midnight – A rare performance from this influential dark wave / post-punk band from the early 90s, known for their goth-club hits and headlining major festivals worldwide.
  • Combichrist – One of the most popular bands in the electro-industrial “aggrotech” movement, recognized for dominating dance floors with aggressive bangers and successful tours with Rammstein, including a performance at Madison Square Garden.
  • Front Line Assembly – A Canadian electro-industrial band formed by Bill Leeb in 1986 after leaving Skinny Puppy. They are highly revered as one of the pioneers and godfathers of the industrial music scene.
  • Das Ich – A German dark wave/gothic-industrial band formed in 1989 and one of the prominent founders of “Neue Deutsche Todeskunst” (New German Death Art).
  • Leaether Strip – The solo project of legendary Danish electronic industrial artist Claus Larsen, formed in 1989. Leaether Strip quickly built a reputation as one of the most exciting emerging industrial acts in the early ’90s.
  • LaPlegua – A new industrial supergroup featuring legendary Norwegian artist Andy LaPlegua and bandmates. They will be playing favorite songs from his career, including Icon of Coil, Combichrist, Panzer AG, and Scandy, plus original material.
  • Ultra Sunn – The Brussels dark wave duo making waves across the world. Their chart-topping hit “Keep Your Eyes Peeled” quickly amassed over 34 million Spotify plays, and they’ve been touring the world ever since.
  • PIG – The British industrial group founded by Raymond Watts, featuring En Esch, both original members and songwriters of KMFDM.
  • Rabbit Junk – Formed in 2004, this American digital hardcore act pulls from multiple electronic and guitar-driven genres to deliver a punk & metal-fueled reconstruction of the goth-industrial sound.
  • Priest – An electronic-industrial act from Sweden, containing ex-members from Ghost. With millions of streams, praised global tours, and critically acclaimed releases, they have successfully generated an ever-growing fanbase worldwide.

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🎧🎶 Machines Vs Monsters Tour: First Show SOLD OUT, Others Selling Fast! 🎧

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!
  • May 31: Davenport IA – Capitol Theatre – TICKETS
  • Jun 1: Grand Rapids MI – GLC Live at 20 Monroe – TICKETS
  • Jun 3: Indianapolis IN – Egyptian Room @ Old National Centre – TICKETS
  • Jun 4: Ft Wayne IN – Clyde Theatre – TICKETS
  • Jun 5: Wheeling WV – Capitol Theatre – TICKETS
  • Jun 7: Wallingford CT – The Dome at Toyota Oakdale Theater – TICKETS
  • Jun 8: Buffalo NY – Buffalo Riverworks – TICKETS
  • Jun 9: Toronto ON – History – TICKETS
  • Jun 10: Montreal QC – Mtelus – TICKETS
  • Jun 11: Hampton NH – Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom – TICKETS
  • Jun 12: Allentown PA – Archer Music Hall – TICKETS
  • Jun 14: Myrtle Beach SC – House Of Blues – TICKETS
  • Jun 15: Raleigh NC – The Ritz – TICKETS
  • Jun 17: Kansas City MO – Grinders – TICKETS
  • Jun 18: Oklahoma City OK – The Criterion – TICKETS

Grab your tickets for North American dates here.

VIP Packages:

Elevate your concert experience with exclusive VIP packages:

  • Machines Vs Monsters Edsel Mic Ultimate VIP
  • Machines Vs Monsters VIP After Show Hang

Get your VIP packages here.

European Summer Tour Dates:

Catch them across Europe this summer!

  • Jul 26: Belgrade, Serbia – Hangar Luka Beograd^ – TICKETS
  • Jul 27: Plovdiv, BG – Hills Of Rock Festival^ – TICKETS
  • Jul 29: Budapest, Hungary – Durer Kent^ – TICKETS
  • Jul 30: Dresden, DE – Alter Schlachthof^ – TICKETS
  • Aug 2: Kosice, Slovakia – Collosseum^ – TICKETS
  • Aug 5: Vienna, Austria – Simm City^# – TICKETS
  • Aug 6: Jaromer, Czech Republic – Brutal Assault Festival^ – TICKETS
  • Aug 7: Saarbrucken, DE – The Garage^# – TICKETS
  • Aug 10: Kortrijk, Belgium – Alcatraz Festival^ – TICKETS
  • Aug 12: Bern, Switzerland – Bierhubeli^* – TICKETS
  • Aug 13: Bochum, DE – Zeche^ – TICKETS
  • Aug 14: Sulingen, DE – Reload Festival^ – TICKETS

^w/Static-X /Wednesday13 *w/Drowning Pool

Get your tickets for European dates here.

Deep Dive into the Machines VS Monsters 2025 Tour: 🎧🎶
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🎧🎶 Ships In The Night to Perform at Wave-Gotik-Treffen Festival! 🎧

Ethereal darkwave artist Ships In The Night is set to perform for the first time at the upcoming iconic Wave-Gotik-Treffen festival in Leipzig, Germany. This performance marks a major milestone for the project helmed by Alethea Leventhal, known for her haunting vocals, cinematic soundscapes, and emotionally charged live shows.

Wave-Gotik-Treffen, held annually in Leipzig since 1992, draws over 20,000 attendees and transforms the city into a celebration of Gothic culture, music, fashion, and art. Ships In The Night is scheduled to perform among a vast selection of acts spanning darkwave, post-punk, and industrial genres that include Drab Majesty, Public Image Limited, New Model Army, and Selofan, to name a few.

Ships In The Night’s latest album, “Protection Spells,” was recently released by Metropolis Records, earning critical praise with a sound that echoes the melancholy of ’80s darkwave while also forging new emotional ground. “It’s an incredible honor to be part of a festival that has meant so much to the dark music community for decades,” says Alethea. “I’m excited to bring Ships In The Night to Leipzig and share this experience with people from around the world.”

Ships In The Night will perform at Moritzbastei for the Wave-Gotik-Treffen festival in Leipzig on Friday, June 6th at 9 PM.

Deep Dive into the Universe of Ships In The Night: 🎧🎶

Instagram – Facebook – Bandcamp – Metropolis Records,

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MACHINE HEAD Announces ‘Slaughter The Martøur Nørth America 2024’ Tour with Fear Factory

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).


‘NØ GØDS, NØ MASTERS’ Music Video

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Resistanz Festival: A Decade of Electrifying Music, Diversity, and Unwavering Resilience to Dark/Alt/Dance Culture

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:

Resistanz Festival Website
Resistanz Festival Instagram
Resistanz Festival Venue Info- Corporation
Resistanz Festival Facebook

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BEAST IN BLACK Unleashes Captivating Music Video For ‘To The Last Drop Of Blood’

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.


Check out the captivating video here.

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  

Get your tickets here.

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

For EU ticket information, visit this link.

BEAST IN BLACK is:

  • Yannis Papadopoulos | Vocals
  • Mate Molnar | Bass
  • Atte Palokangas | Drums
  • Kasperi Heikkinen | Guitars
  • Anton Kabanen | Guitars, Vocals

Deep Dive into the universe of BEAST IN BLACK

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Join the Extravaganza: Glass Danse Festival 2023 by Out Of Line Music!

Prepare for an unparalleled electronic music experience as Glass Danse Festival 2023 takes the stage. This event is a shining jewel of the electronic world, boasting luminaries such as Iceland’s trailblazing electronic outfit GusGus and the enchanting Canadian Synthpop/Dark Wave sensation Austra. For two electrifying days, immerse yourself in the epitome of electronic music, offering a sublime fusion of synth, new wave, dance, and techno. No matter your preferred electronic groove, we have it all covered.

And that’s not all! We’re thrilled to announce the participation of Hamburg’s Electro-Pop trio, SONO, and the boundary-pushing Berlin-based experimental Electro artist, CATNAPP!

Notably, Austra’s performance at Glass Danse Festival will be their sole European show this year. Don’t miss this exclusive chance to witness the hauntingly beautiful vocals of Katie Stelmanis live.

So, get ready to put on your most fabulous dancing attire and join us in Berlin this November. Trust us, you won’t want to miss this; the regret of not attending will linger.

WEEKEND & DAY TICKETS

Festival Lineup:


Friday:

  • Austra
  • Zanias
  • Weird Wolves
  • Suzi Sabotage
  • …and more!

Saturday:

  • GusGus
  • SONO
  • Ashbury Heights
  • Catnapp
  • Tobias Bernstrup

Doors open: 18:00
Event start: 19:00
Location: Astra Kulturhaus, Revaler Str. 99, 10245 Berlin

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Experience the Ultimate Metal Tour: ‘Make Them Beg For Death’ U.S. Tour 2023 with DESPISED ICON and DYING FETUS!

On October 17th, Canadian deathcore pioneers DESPISED ICON will return to the states on the ‘Make Them Beg For Death’ U.S. Tour with headliners DYING FETUS. The 26-date trek will make stops in Atlanta, Los Angeles, and Chicago before concluding in Baltimore on November 18th. Fans will not want to miss this amazing package that includes THE ACACIA STRAIN, CREEPING DEATH, and TACTOSA.

DESPISED ICON’s Alex Erian comments, “It’s been 4 long years since we’ve toured the U.S. and we’re excited to finally head back this Fall with DYING FETUS, THE ACACIA STRAIN, CREEPING DEATH, and TACTOSA.
“We’ve been listening to FETUS since the late 90s and were heavily influenced by their sound when we started our band. This is a bucket list tour for us and we look forward to seeing you all then.”


Tickets for the ‘Make Them Beg For Death’ U.S. Tour 2023

Confirmed dates for DESPISED ICON on the ‘Make Them Beg For Death’ U.S. Tour 2023 with headliners DYING FETUS, THE ACACIA STRAIN, CREEPING DEATH, and TACTOSA are:


10.17. US Cincinnati. OH – Bogarts
10.18. US Pittsburgh, PA – Roxian Theatre
10.19. US Philadelphia, PA – Brooklyn Bowl
10.20. US Richmond, VA – Canal Club
10.21. US Greensboro, NC – Hangar 1819
10.22. US Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
10.24. US Orlando, FL – The Beacham
10.26. US Houston, TX – Warehouse Live
10.28. US Austin, TX – Come And Take It Live
10.30. US Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theatre
10.31. US Phoenix, AZ – The Marquee
11.01. US San Diego, CA – House Of Blues
11.02. US Los Angeles, CA – The Belasco
11.03. US Santa Cruz, CA – The Catalyst
11.04. US Sacramento, CA – Ace OF Spades
11.05. US Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory
11.07. US Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot
11.09. US Denver, CO – Summit Music Hall
11.10. US Lawrence, KS – The Granada
11.11. US Minneapolis, MN – The Lyric At Skyway
11.12. US Chicago, IL – Concord Music Hall
11.13. US Detroit, MI – St. Andrew’s Hall
11.14. US Cleveland, OH – House Of Blues
11.15. US Rochester, NY – Water Street Music Hall
11.17. US Brooklyn, NY – Warsaw
11.18. US Baltimore, MD – Rams Head Live

DÉTERRÉ means ‘Unearthed” in French. This is exactly what the latest release from DESPISED ICON is. The EP consists of 5 old-school songs dating back to 2004. It seemed fitting to remaster and re-release these early recordings to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of the band, which took form in 2002.

DÉTERRÉ was recorded throughout 2004 by Yannick St-Amand at Wild studio for a few songs and drums at Studio Victor while guitars, bass, and vocals by J-F Dagenais at his home studio. The band produced the album, and mixing was a joint effort between Yannick St-Amand and Jean-François Dagenais. Alexandre Goulet created the artwork for the EP.

Order your copy of DÉTERRÉ here.


• CD Jewel
• Cassette
o Gold (Band Exclusive)
• 10″ LP
o White w/ Gold + Black Splatter in gatefold (Band Exclusive)
o Gold with Black Splatter in gatefold
o Gold w/ Black Swirl in gatefold
o Grey with Black Swirl in gatefold

DESPISED ICON’s line-up for DÉTERRÉ is:
Alex Erian | Vocals
Steve Marois | Vocals
Eric Jarrin | Guitars
Yannick St-Amand | Guitars
Sébastien Piché | Bass
Alex “Grind” Pelletier | Drums

Deep Dive into the DESPISED ICON universe:

Despised Icon Official Site

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Choke Chain Announces Highly Anticipated Debut Album and European Tour Dates

In a thrilling announcement for fans of industrial music, Choke Chain has revealed that their long-awaited full album is set to drop this September. The rising sensation, known for their dark and mesmerizing sound, has built up a loyal following, and their upcoming record promises to be a game-changer in the genre. To give fans a taste of what’s to come, a single from the album will be released on July 21, building anticipation and setting the stage for an unforgettable musical experience.

Drawing influences from revered acts like Leaether Strip, old Skinny Puppy, old FLA, Mentallo & The Fixer, X Marks the Pedwalk, Youth Code, and Qual, Choke Chain is poised to carve out their own unique space in the music world. Listeners can expect a captivating blend of haunting melodies, pulsating beats, and thought-provoking lyrics that will leave an indelible mark on their souls.

To commemorate this milestone in their career, Choke Chain has teamed up with Phage Tapes to release the album in multiple formats, including vinyl, CD, and tape. This partnership ensures that fans can enjoy their music in the format that suits them best, immersing themselves fully in the dark sonic landscape crafted by the band.

In addition to the album release, Choke Chain has exciting plans for live performances. The band has been invited to play at the prestigious Infest festival in Bradford, UK, in August. This coveted spot on the lineup is a testament to their growing reputation and guarantees an unforgettable show for attendees. But the excitement doesn’t stop there—Choke Chain has also announced a European tour this fall, supporting the acclaimed Odonis Odonis. Fans across Europe will have the opportunity to witness their powerful live performances and experience the energy and intensity firsthand.

About Choke Chain:

Choke Chain, the Milwaukee based solo project of Mark Trueman, is in every way a display of anguish. Taking influence from Goth, Industrial and Punk in equal measure, Trueman creates an atmosphere fraught with angst, confronting the harsh realities of existence in a completely uncompromising fashion. MORTALITY, his first full-length effort out this September, is dripping with anxiety and tension, an absolutely visceral reaction to the world he lives in.

The European tour dates are as follows:

  • August 25-27: Infest Festival in Bradford, UK
  • September 26: Bike Jesus in Prague, Czech Republic
  • September 27: Pink Whale in Bratislava, Slovakia
  • September 28: A38 in Budapest, Hungary
  • September 29: Kapu in Linz, Austria
  • September 30: Kiff in Aarau, Switzerland
  • October 1: Rote Sonne in Munich, Germany
  • October 2: P8 in Karlsruhe, Germany
  • October 3: L’international in Paris, France
  • October 5: Fetish Café in Antwerp, Belgium
  • October 6: Urban Spree in Berlin, Germany
  • October 7: ZXZX Connewitz in Leipzig, Germany
  • October 8: Cabinet Muz in Brno, Czech Republic

For fans on the other side of the Atlantic, Choke Chain has hinted at the possibility of more shows, tours, and festivals in the United States. Keep an eye out for announcements regarding upcoming performances, as this is an opportunity that no true industrial music enthusiast will want to miss.

As Choke Chain prepares to unleash their debut album and embark on their European tour, the anticipation and excitement are palpable. Get ready for a musical journey like no other, as they push the boundaries of the industrial genre and leave an indelible mark on the global music scene. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to their unique sound, make sure to mark your calendars, secure your tickets, and immerse yourself in the dark, hypnotic world of Choke Chain.

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