Following their successful North America Tour 2024, German synth-pop trio Beborn Beton has released their brand-new EP To the Stars today, November 22, 2024. Available now on all major streaming platforms and in a limited-edition vinyl format via Dependent Records, the EP expands the musical universe of their acclaimed ninth album, Darkness Falls Again.
A Musical Journey Beyond
To the Stars features three brand-new tracks alongside four remixes, offering fans a fresh perspective while remaining faithful to the thematic and musical essence of Darkness Falls Again. The EP showcases Beborn Beton’s commitment to delivering meaningful and relevant synth-pop, blending lyrical depth with atmospheric and innovative sounds.
About Beborn Beton
Formed in 1989 by vocalist Stefan Netschio, keyboardist and drummer Stefan Tillmann, and keyboardist Michael Wagner, Beborn Beton emerged with a mission to keep synth-pop fresh and evocative. Their early releases—Pyre (1989), Scythe (1991), and Die Stahlbetontour (1992)—were self-published on cassette, marking the beginning of their journey toward becoming one of the genre’s most respected acts.
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Whether you’re a long-time fan or a newcomer to Beborn Beton’s unique sound, To the Stars promises to captivate with its mix of innovative tracks and remixes that push the boundaries of modern synth-pop.
German death/thrashers DEAF AID have emerged from the pandemic with their powerful third record, “Hellgate,” which delves deep into the observations of those troubled times. Addressing the growing division in society, human greed, and our negligence towards Mother Earth, “Hellgate” stands as a sonic manifestation of the ominous future we face.
The album’s brutal opener, “Reign Of Retards,” takes a scathing look at the incompetence of many in leadership positions and sets the tone for the intense and thought-provoking journey that follows.
As a testament to the band’s evolution, “Hellgate” will be the last album featuring the longstanding bassist Sven, with Bastian Hirth confirmed as his successor.
Mastered by Christoph Brandes in his Iguana Studios, DEAF AID’s “Hellgate” is available on CD and across all streaming platforms from May 5, 2023.
PAIN, the band known for their high-energy performances, has made an exciting announcement that is sure to delight their fans worldwide. The band has made their full catalog from 1997-2007 available on all major digital streaming platforms. This means that music lovers can now enjoy iconic albums such as “Pain (self-titled album)” from 1997, “Rebirth” from 1999, “Nothing Remains The Same” from 2002, “Eleanor Rigby” EP from 2002, “Just Hate Me” EP from 2002, “Dancing With The Dead” from 2004, and “Psalms Of Extinction” from 2007. Each album offers a unique and captivating musical experience, showcasing the evolution of PAIN’s sound over the years.
Dive into the nostalgia of PAIN’s early years with the Self Titled Album “Pain” from 1997 Experience the powerful rebirth of the band with the album “Rebirth” from 1999, available for streaming. Feel the intensity of their music with “Nothing Remains The Same”, from 2002. Delve into the emotional depth of the “Eleanor Rigby” EP and the “Just Hate Me” EP 2002. Get your dose of dark melodies and heavy riffs with “Dancing With The Dead” from 2004, available for streaming . Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing sounds of “Psalms Of Extinction”, from 2007.
PAIN has even more exciting news for their devoted fans. The band has announced their highly anticipated “I AM” European/UK Tour, which will take place across 17 countries and include 33 cities. This tour is set to be an unforgettable experience, showcasing the raw energy and intensity that PAIN is renowned for. Fans throughout Europe and the UK can look forward to being captivated by the band’s electrifying performances.
After a six-year absence, PAIN is finally returning to Europe and the UK with their “I AM” Tour. This long-awaited comeback has been eagerly awaited by fans, and now they have the chance to witness the explosive energy of PAIN’s live shows once again. Lead vocalist Peter Tägtgren expresses his excitement, stating, “We start the new long journey with ‘I AM’ Tour right here. Couldn’t be more excited! I will finally drop some new songs before the tour starts and can’t wait to get out in every corner of the world with PAIN. So I AM on Tour! Are you with me?”
Accompanying Peter Tägtgren on this epic tour are talented musicians Sebastian Tägtgren on drums, Jonathan Olsson on bass, and Sebastian Svalland on guitar. Together, they form a powerhouse of musical talent that adds to the electrifying performances PAIN delivers.
Fans attending the “I AM” Tour can expect an exhilarating show filled with PAIN’s signature hits, including beloved tracks like “Shut Your Mouth,” “Same Old Song,” “Call Me,” and their recent hit “Party in My Head.” However, that’s not all—Peter has promised something fresh will be added to the setlist, ensuring an element of surprise for concertgoers.
But wait, there’s more! PAIN will be accompanied by a stellar lineup of special guests on their tour. Joining them on stage will be ENSIFERUM, a Swedish symphonic dark metal outfit, as well as the captivating ELEINE and the dynamic Samurai Metal trio RYUJIN. This collaboration of musical talent is bound to create an unforgettable experience for everyone in attendance.
To catch PAIN live on their “I AM” Tour, here are the confirmed dates and venues:
05.10. DE Köln – Essigfabrik 06.10. NL Drachten – Iduna 07.10. NL Hengelo – Metropool 08.10. BE Antwerp – Kavka Zappa 10.10. UK Glasgow – Ivory Blacks 11.10. UK Manchester – Rebellion 12.10. UK Brimingham – The Asylum 13.10. UK London – O2 Academy Islington 14.10. NL Amstelveen – P60 15.10. FR Paris – La Machine du Moulin Rouge 16.10. FR Nantes – Le Ferraileur – SOLD OUT 18.10. PT Porto – Hard Club 19.10. PT Lisbon – RCA Lisbon 20.10. ES Madrid – Chango Club 21.10. ES Pamplona – Sala Totem Aretoa 22.10. FR Lyon – La Rayonne 24.10. SI Ljbljana – Cvetlicarna 25.10. IT Trezzo sull’Adda – Live Music Club 26.10. HR Zagreb – Klub Mocvara 27.10. RO Bucharest – Quantic Club 28.10. RO Cluj-Napoca – Form Space 31.10. BG Sofia – Club Mixtape 5 01.11. HU Budapest – Dürer Kert 02.11. PL Krakow – Kamienna12 03.11. AT Vienna – Szene 04.11. DE Munich – Backstage 05.11. CZ Zlin – Masters of Rock Cafe 07.11. DE Nuremberg – Hirsch 08.11. DE Frankfurt – Batschkapp 09.11. DE Leipzig – Hellraiser 10.11. DE Hamburg – Gruenspan 11.11. DE Berlin – Columbia Theater 12.11. DE Stuttgart – Im Wizemann
Tickets for the tour can be purchased through the official PAIN website, at the link above. Make sure to secure your spot for what promises to be an extraordinary metal adventure!
As fans eagerly await the upcoming tour, PAIN assures them that there will be more exciting news and surprises to come.
Photo Credit: Agata Nigrovskaya
With the availability of their complete catalog and the announcement of their “I AM” Tour, PAIN is gearing up for an incredible journey that will leave fans craving more. Get ready to be swept away by their music and live performances.
Stay tuned for the next chapter in PAIN’s extraordinary musical saga!
The digital single is out Saturday July 1st 2023 on all major digital music services, as well as in lossless quality on Negant’s Bandcamp, including two bonus mixes, one by Swedish Strikkland: https://negant.dk
Negant is an industrial band that offers a brutal and intense take on the genre, with elements such as tough beats, edgy basslines, and distorted vocals. The band was founded in 2017 by Jens B. Petersen, Tommy B-Kuhlmann, and John R. Mirland. In 2020, John left the band and was replaced by Erik Sejer Pedersen (ee:man) in 2023.
The mastering of the single was done by Erik Sejer Pedersen, while the graphic design was handled by Tommy B-Kuhlmann of Pixit Design.
Tinnitorturous is the Danish independent music label that released the single. They focus on industrial, EBM, and alternative electronic underground music. The label is run by Jens B. Petersen (ManMindMachine, Negant, and more) and Tommy B-Kuhlmann (In Absentia, Negant, Body-Banden, and more).
Releases: Eisenwolf: ‘Krigskøter’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-01. Out June 30, 2019 Eisenwolf: ‘Kadavermarch’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-02. Out November 15, 2019 Bitter Distrust: ‘Bloodlust’ – Digital ep – TT-DDEP-01. Out February 2, 2020 Heiniche vs. Negant: ‘Twisted’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-03. Out March 1, 2020 Negant: ‘Sweat!’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-04. Out April 10, 2020 Zetmech vs. Negant: ‘Aggression-Diversion’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-05. Out May 15, 2020 M73 vs. Negant: ‘The New Machine’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-06. Out May 29, 2020 Eisenwolf: ‘Ritual’ – Album, cd and digital – TT-CD-01. Out June 13, 2020 ManMindMachine: ‘RetroFuturist’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-07. Out June 20, 2020 Heiniche: ‘Phantom Lady’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-08. Out June 27, 2020 Negant: ‘Zombies!’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-09. Out July 18, 2020 In Absentia: ‘Insanity’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-10. Out August 1, 2020 Negant: ‘Solitude!’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-11. Out September 25, 2020 In Absentia: ‘Vampires’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-12. Out November 13, 2020 Skambidt: ‘Dødsvision’ – Digital ep – TT-DDEP-02. Out January 29, 2021 In Absentia: ‘Shapeshifter’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-13. Out February 13, 2021 In Absentia: ‘Charnel House Chatterbox (2021 Remaster)’ – Digital album – TT-DDA-01. Out March 6, 2021 Heiniche feat. FM-Jax: ‘New Era’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-14. Out March 20, 2021 Institute for the Criminally Insane: ‘Classic Chevrolet’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-15. Out April 10, 2021 In Absentia: ‘Night Train’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-16. Out April 24, 2021 5ilent 5olution: ‘Broken Dreams 1993-2001 ‘ – Digital album – TT-DDA-02. Out May 23, 2021 In Absentia: ‘We Are Glass / Me! I Disconnect From You’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-17. Out June 20, 2021 In Absentia: ‘We Are Glass (ICI Remix)’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-18. Out August 13, 2021 In Absentia: ‘Misery’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-19. Out November 14, 2021 Body-Banden: ‘Skide Godt!’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-20. Out January 22, 2022 Slagsskygge: ‘Filthy Hands’ – Digital ep – TT-DDEP-03. Out February 19, 2022 Body-Banden: ‘Disco-Body-Machine’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-21. Out April 23, 2022 Institute for the Criminally Insane: ‘Ferryman’s Bell’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-22. Out August 13, 2022 Heiniche feat. Primi (ManMindMachine): ‘Electric Devil’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-23. Out September 3, 2022 ee:man vs. In Absentia: ‘Numb’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-24. Out January 13, 2023 ee:man vs. In Absentia: ‘Burned Nails’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-25. Out April 1, 2023 Body-Banden: ‘Beers, Boots and Bones’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-26. Out May 26, 2023 Negant: ‘Panzer!’ – Digital single – TT-DDS-27. Out June 1, 2023
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