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#metal, Cutting Edge Culture Updates, Live Events, LIVE TOURS AND EVENTS, New Music Release

Nuclear Blast Acquires TESTAMENT Catalog and Signs Three-Album Deal

Nuclear Blast, the prominent heavy metal label, has recently made a groundbreaking announcement by acquiring the complete catalog of the legendary band TESTAMENT. As part of this significant development, TESTAMENT has also signed an exclusive three-album deal with Nuclear Blast. The official signing ceremony took place ahead of the band’s fiery performance at Hellfest over the weekend.

Fans of TESTAMENT can now rejoice as they will soon have access to the band’s iconic albums, including the revered classics “The Legacy” and “The New Order,” on their preferred digital streaming platforms. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in the longstanding partnership between TESTAMENT and Nuclear Blast as the band reclaims their six albums from Atlantic Records and entrusts them to Nuclear Blast for re-release.

Chuck Billy, the acclaimed vocalist of TESTAMENT, expressed his gratitude, saying, “Since joining forces with Nuclear Blast in 2008 for ‘The Formation of Damnation,’ we have enjoyed an incredible musical journey together. Now, we are taking it to the next level by retrieving our Atlantic catalog and placing it in the capable hands of Nuclear Blast. Additionally, we are thrilled to embark on a new three-album adventure with them. It’s an honor to be associated with the best heavy metal label in the world, one that will undoubtedly carry forth TESTAMENT’s powerful legacy.”

Eric Peterson, the mastermind behind TESTAMENT’s ferocious riffs, shared in the excitement, stating, “Our partnership with Nuclear Blast has been a perfect fit since we first signed with them in 2008. The return of our earlier catalog, which includes ‘The Legacy,’ ‘The New Order,’ ‘Practice What You Preach,’ ‘Souls of Black,’ ‘The Ritual,’ and ‘Low,’ brings a fresh new start for us. We are excited to witness Nuclear Blast’s re-release of these albums, complete with new artwork, photos, and additional surprises. Furthermore, the signing of a new three-album deal further solidifies our commitment to the label. The future of metal is looking incredibly bright, and we raise our glasses to that!”

Tommy Jones, Nuclear Blast U.S. Label Manager, shared his personal connection to TESTAMENT, reminiscing, “As a youngster, one of my most cherished guitars was a dark red Ibanez Saber (540S) with a wizard neck. I bought that guitar to channel the sounds of Alex Skolnick, who played the same model and color back in the day. Now, many years later, signing the original, genre-defining TESTAMENT albums that had such a profound impact on me, such as ‘The New Order,’ ‘Practice What You Preach,’ and ‘Souls of Black,’ to Nuclear Blast feels like coming full circle. It’s one of those ‘pinch-me’ moments where the 15-year-old me would be in awe. Together with Nuclear Blast, let us continue to honor and amplify ‘The Legacy’!”

TESTAMENT enthusiasts can look forward to streaming “The Legacy” by visiting this streaming link. For “The New Order,” stream here.

Catch TESTAMENT live at these upcoming dates:

  • September 17: Anaheim, CA – Metal Injection Festival at House of Blues
  • October 31 – November 4: Miami, FL – Headbangers Boat 2023

For more information and updates, please visit the official website.

#metal, Cutting Edge Culture Updates, Live Tours, LIVE TOURS AND EVENTS, New Music Release

BLACKBRIAR Releases New Album ‘A Dark Euphony’ and Single ‘Cicada’

Introducing: BLACKBRIAR’s ‘A Dark Euphony’ and Single ‘Cicada’

Prepare for an enchanting musical journey as BLACKBRIAR announces their highly anticipated album, ‘A Dark Euphony’, set to release on September 29th via Nuclear Blast Records. Featuring 11 captivating tracks, this album promises to immerse you in a world of gothic beauty and haunting melodies.

The official music video for ‘Cicada’ by Blackbriar, the second single of our forthcoming album ‘A Dark Euphony’.

In anticipation of the album, BLACKBRIAR also presents their latest single, ‘Cicada’, accompanied by a mesmerizing music video. The song explores the mythical tale of cicadas and the desire to become one with the endless song.

Vocalist Zora Cock shares her inspiration behind the song: “In this song, I ask my muse to turn me into a cicada after I’m gone.”

Experience the dark allure of BLACKBRIAR’s music by pre-ordering ‘A Dark Euphony’.

Immerse yourself in the haunting melodies of ‘Cicada’ by streaming it here.

Watch the captivating music video for ‘Cicada’ on YouTube.

Prepare to be captivated by ‘A Dark Euphony’

Tracklisting:

An Unwelcome Guest

Far Distant Land

Spirit of Forgetfulness

Bloody Footprints in the Snow

The Evergreen and The Weeping Tree

Cicada

My Soul’s Demise

We Make Mist

Thumbelina

Forever and a Day

Crimson Faces

BLACKBRIAR also announces ‘The Euphonic Downfall Tour 2023’ in collaboration with AD INFINITUM, with support from PHANTOM ELITE. Don’t miss their captivating live performances at various locations in Germany, Netherlands, and Switzerland.

The Euphonic Downfall Tour 2023 with support from PHANTOM ELITE

The Euphonic Downfall Tour 2023
with support from PHANTOM ELITE

  • 26.09 DE – Saarbrucken, Garage
  • 27.09 DE – Munich, Backstage
  • 28.09 NL – Utrecht, Tivoli
  • 29.09 NL – Heerlen, Nieuwe Nor
  • 30.09 DE – Oberhausen, Resonanzwerk (+)
  • 02.10 DE – Hamburg, Logo
  • 03.10 DE – Leipzig, Hellraiser
  • 05.10 DE – Aschaffenburg, Colos-Saal
  • 06.10 CH – Solothurn, Kofmehl (*)
  • 07.10 CH – Schaffhausen, Kammgarn () (+) festival () plus opener – INFINITAS

Secure your tickets for ‘The Euphonic Downfall Tour 2023’ here.

Discover more of BLACKBRIAR’s captivating music with their latest singles:

  • Stream ‘My Soul´s Demise’ here
  • Watch the mesmerizing video for ‘My Souls Demise’ on YouTube
  • Stream ‘Crimson Faces’ here
  • Watch the captivating video for ‘Crimson Faces’ on YouTube

About BLACKBRIAR:
Formed in 2012, BLACKBRIAR has consistently enchanted listeners with their unique blend of gothic beauty and metallic darkness. Their journey began with the release of their first single, ‘Ready to Kill,’ followed by the breakthrough track ‘Until Eternity’ in 2015. Since then, the band has crafted a discography that includes three EPs and a full-length album.

Embracing their independence, BLACKBRIAR successfully crowdfunded their EP ‘We’d Rather Burn’ in 2018, showcasing their ethereal and captivating sound. Their enchanting storytelling and breathtaking musicianship continued to evolve with the release of ‘Our Mortal Remains’ EP in 2019.

With a dedicated fanbase and numerous accolades, including nominations for ‘Best Artist’ at EuroSonic/Noorderslag’s Popgala Noord, BLACKBRIAR remains a force to be reckoned with in the gothic music scene. Now, signed to Nuclear Blast Records, they are set to unleash their most complete and mature album yet, ‘A Dark Euphony.’

Follow BLACKBRIAR’s captivating journey:

Website
YouTube
Spotify
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter

Pre-order your copy of ‘A Dark Euphony’ now and let BLACKBRIAR’s haunting melodies cast their spell upon you:
blackbriar.bfan.link/a-dark-euphony

#metal, Cutting Edge Culture Updates, Live Tours, LIVE TOURS AND EVENTS, New Music Release

Dethklok Announces Dethalbum IV and Metalocalypse: Army of the Doomstar!

Prepare for an epic blast of metal mayhem as Dethklok unleashes their long-awaited Dethalbum IV on August 22! But that’s not all – brace yourselves for the hilarious brutality of their new single, “Aortic Desecration,” now available for streaming. Hold on tight, because August is about to rock your world!

In a groundbreaking move, Dethklok will also be releasing their highly-anticipated final movie, Metalocalypse: Army of the Doomstar, digitally and on BluRay on August 22, accompanied by an entire soundtrack album on August 25. This is a metalhead’s dream come true!

Metalocalypse: Army of the Doomstar boasts an all-star cast that will blow your mind. Joining the metal madness are renowned personalities such as Tommy Blacha, Victor Brandt (Metalocalypse), Stephen “Thundercat” Bruner, King Diamond (King Diamond, Mercyful Fate), Mark Hamill (Batman: The Animated Series, The Machine, Star Wars), Kirk Hammett (Metallica), Jon Hamm (Confess, Fletch, Top Gun: Maverick), Scott Ian (Anthrax), Amy Lee (Evanescence), Malcolm McDowell (A Clockwork Orange), Juliet Mills (Passions), Laraine Newman (Saturday Night Live), Raya Yarbrough (Metalocalypse: The Doomstar Requiem – A Klok Opera), and Livia Zita.

Prepare yourselves for the mind-blowing storyline of Metalocalypse: Army of the Doomstar: “Following the heroic rescue of Toki Wartooth, Dethklok frontman Nathan Explosion finds himself shattered, both personally and professionally. Tasked with fulfilling a prophecy and facing the ultimate songwriting challenge to save the planet, he must overcome his damaged ego and confront the ultimate evil, Salacia. Can Nathan Explosion rally his band, halt the Metalocalypse, and finally emerge victorious?”

As if that wasn’t enough, Dethklok will embark on a North American tour alongside the powerful Babymetal this August. Check out the tour dates below and secure your tickets now!

“It’s absolutely surreal to have an abundance of new Metalocalypse and Dethklok material this year, with the tour, movie, and album trifecta,” expressed the mastermind behind Metalocalypse, Brendon Small. “I’m incredibly excited to hit the road with the mighty Babymetal and celebrate the hard work put in by the Metalocalypse and Dethklok teams over the past two years and beyond!”

Tour Dates:

  • 8/30 Houston, TX – 713 Music Hall
  • 8/31 Dallas, TX – South Side Ballroom
  • 9/2 Orlando, FL – Orlando Amphitheater
  • 9/3 Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy
  • 9/5 Nashville, TN – Nashville Municipal Auditorium
  • 9/6 Cleveland, OH – Agora Theatre
  • 9/8 Pittsburgh, PA – UPMC Events Center
  • 9/9 Wallingford, CT – Toyota Oakdale Theatre
  • 9/10 Alton, VA – Blue Ridge Rock Festival
  • 9/12 Philadelphia, PA – The Mann Center
  • 9/14 Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
  • 9/15 New York, NY – Hammerstein Ballroom
  • 9/17 Sterling Heights, MI – Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre
  • 9/18 Toronto, ONT – RBC Echo Beach
  • 9/20 Grand Rapids, MI – GLC Live at 20 Monroe
  • 9/21 Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
  • 9/23 Louisville, KY – Louder Than Life Festival
  • 9/24 Milwaukee, MN – The Rave/Eagles Club
  • 9/25 Minneapolis, MN – The Fillmore
  • 9/27 St. Louis, MO – Saint Louis Music Park
  • 9/28 Omaha, NE – Steelhouse Omaha
  • 9/30 Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium
  • 10/1 Salt Lake City, UT – The Complex
  • 10/3 Vancouver, BC – PNE Forum
  • 10/4 Seattle, WA – WaMu Theater
  • 10/7 Sacramento, CA – Aftershock Festival
  • 10/8 Las Vegas, NV – Pearl Theater at Palms Casino Resort
  • 10/10 Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theater
  • 10/11 Los Angeles, CA – YouTube Theater

Get ready to unleash your inner metalhead and witness the ultimate power of Dethklok and the mind-bending world of Metalocalypse: Army of the Doomstar! Stay tuned to EvolRadio.net for more updates and don’t miss out on this epic metal extravaganza!

#Electronica, #industrial, New Music Release

Blackcarburning Unveils “Watching Sleepers” Album, Redefining Synth Pop Sound

Blackcarburning, the brainchild of Mark Hockings, lead singer of the renowned band Mesh, is set to make waves with the release of their highly anticipated album, “Watching Sleepers.” Available for download starting 23rd June 2023, this synth pop masterpiece promises to captivate audiences with its unique blend of electronic music, evocative lyrics, and infectious energy.

During the pandemic-induced isolation, Mark Hockings, known for his keyboard skills and programming prowess, found himself pondering his musical future. He seized the opportunity to embark on a creative journey, birthing Blackcarburning. As the sole creative force behind the project, Hockings took on multiple roles, including writing, singing, and programming. The result is an album that seamlessly blends electronic music with heartfelt songwriting and emotional intensity.

“Watching Sleepers” represents Hockings’ exploration of new songwriting techniques, sound design experimentation, and an avenue to embark on exciting new musical directions. It showcases his growth as an artist and offers fans a chance to experience a different facet of his musical genius. The album’s sophistication and depth are evident, as it transcends traditional pop conventions and fearlessly tackles contemporary issues.

Tracklist:
1. All About You
2. Watch Me Die
3. Divide Us
4. Guilty
5. The Mirror
6. Reset
7. Echo Chamber
8. Losing Our Way
9. Watching Sleepers
10. The Sound of Running
11. Breaking Bones
12. Your Heart Is Like An Island
13. Love In Control
14. To Sleep

The album’s cover art, masterfully crafted by Greg Rolfes of Eleven 12 Design, sets the tone for the multifaceted journey “Watching Sleepers” offers listeners. With its intricate layers and refined production, the album promises to resonate with both loyal Mesh followers and newcomers alike.

Fans eager to embark on this sonic adventure can pre-order “Watching Sleepers” in all three formats at Poponaut, ahead of the official release date on 23rd June 2023. Mark Hockings’ collaboration with Mari Kattman and Neil Francis on vocals further enhances the album’s sonic landscape, showcasing the diverse talents that contribute to the Blackcarburning experience.

“Watching Sleepers” marks a bold step forward for Mark Hockings and the Blackcarburning project. It not only reaffirms his status as a skilled songwriter but also demonstrates his willingness to push boundaries and delve into the darker realms of pop music. The album is a testament to Hockings’ unwavering curiosity and ability to craft mesmerizing music that transcends genres.

About Blackcarburning:


Blackcarburning is Mark Hockings;
Mark Hockings is best known for his work with Mesh, an electronic alternative band from Bristol consisting of Mark Hockings and Richard Silverthorn.
Mesh formed in 1996 and has amassed a dedicated fanbase across Europe, blending electronic pop, alternative, and industrial influences. Their last album, “Looking Skyward,” reached the #12 spot on the official German Album Charts

Blackcarburning was created during the pandemic, and represents Hockings’ exploration of new musical territories, blending electronic music with emotionally charged songwriting.

With “Watching Sleepers,” Hockings introduces listeners to a new side of his artistry, one that delves into the depths of pop music and pushes the boundaries of synth pop. For more information, visit [website].

For more information and to stay updated on Blackcarburning’s latest releases, visit their official linktree:
https://linktr.ee/blackcarburning.


Cutting Edge Culture Updates

Against I unleashes Carnival of Excess, and takes Industrial Rock/Metal to Dazzling New Heights!

Against I is not just any ordinary project; it is one of the many remarkable ventures spearheaded by the exceedingly talented Fredrik Croona. With this particular endeavor, Croona steers the ship towards the captivating realms of industrial rock and metal, injecting his unique signature style into every pulsating note. Within this musical odyssey, he has thoughtfully handpicked four tracks that exemplify the essence of the entire album, inviting listeners who harbor a fondness for the industrial rock/metal soundscape to embark on this exhilarating sonic journey.

Behold, for Carnival of Excess emerges as the magnificent debut album from the ingenious industrial act known as Against I. The sonic marvels within this opus were unleashed upon the world on the momentous 29th of May in the year 2023, courtesy of the esteemed Hungarian record label, Advoxya Records. Brace yourselves, for this album boasts a staggering thirteen tracks that will transport you into the very heart of the mesmerizing “carnival of excess” itself.

Prepare to be enthralled by a blood-soaked ride, where distorted guitars paint vivid soundscapes and irresistible melodies captivate your senses. As you delve into the lyrical tapestry, you will find yourself engulfed in themes of insanity, decay, and debauchery, all delivered with fervor and intensity by the instantly recognizable and powerful vocals of none other than Fredrik K. Croona.

So fasten your seatbelts tightly, dear listeners, for you are about to embark on a thrilling expedition. The intoxicating allure of Against I’s Carnival of Excess beckons you to surrender to its irresistible pull, offering an experience that will leave an indelible mark on your musical soul. To acquire this auditory masterpiece, visit the official Advoxya Shop at http://www.advoxya-shop.com, where you can find the physical compact disc of Against I’s Carnival of Excess, ready to be savored and cherished. Let the journey begin!



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#industrial, New Music Release

“Auger Releases Digital Single, ‘My Heart Is Glass'”



After captivating listeners with a series of electrifying dark rock compositions, Auger ventures back into the realm of synth-driven, propulsive beats with their latest offering, ‘My Heart Is Glass.’ This track showcases Auger’s ability to effortlessly blend genres, resulting in a mesmerizing soundscape that will captivate both long-time enthusiasts and newfound fans alike.

Listeners can expect a production that is as pristine as cut glass, meticulously crafted to perfection. The attention to detail in the production process guarantees a sonic experience that is both immersive and sonically pleasing.

Drawing inspiration from renowned acts such as Depeche Mode, Apop, Covenant, Solar Fake, and Ashbury Heights, ‘My Heart Is Glass’ offers a treat for those who appreciate the musical stylings of these influential artists. Auger’s unique sound, coupled with their seamless fusion of various genres, ensures a sonic journey that will resonate deeply with fans of the aforementioned bands.

Whether you’re a devoted follower of Auger’s musical evolution or a curious listener seeking a fresh, innovative sound, ‘My Heart Is Glass’ promises an exhilarating experience that pushes the boundaries of contemporary music. With their masterful blend of dark pop, synth pop, futurepop, dark rock, industrial pop, and new dark music, Auger continues to establish themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the ever-evolving music landscape.

Auger is finishing up their UK tour with a few dates left:

LABEL: The Big Chair
GENRE: Dark Pop / Synth Pop / Futurepop / Dark Rock / Industrial Pop / New Dark Music
PRODUCTION: The track ‘My Heart Is Glass’ was skillfully crafted by the talented Kyle Blaqk, a member of the Auger collective.

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#metal, New Music Release

NOVUS Celebrates 20 Years of Unparalleled Musical Excellence and European Dominance


In a remarkable display of longevity and unwavering dedication to their craft, the illustrious alternative music group known as NOVUS is gearing up to commemorate an astounding two decades of success in the European music scene. With their inception in 2002, this year marks their impressive milestone, spanning a remarkable journey through 2022.

At the forefront of NOVUS is the captivating and mesmerizing voice of Sarahjane, a renowned artist who had previously made her mark as a member of the acclaimed Faithful Dawn from 1994 to 2000. Since joining NOVUS, her powerful vocals have become the defining essence of the band’s sound, effortlessly captivating audiences around Europe.

Supporting Sarahjane on stage are the immensely talented musicians Peter Jones on guitar and Angie Blackstone on bass. Together, they form a formidable trio that delivers electrifying performances, leaving spectators in awe of their undeniable musical prowess.

Throughout their extensive tenure in the industry, NOVUS has had the privilege of sharing the stage with some of the most influential and revered names in the alternative music realm. They have graced the concert halls alongside legends such as Nitzer Ebb, Front Line Assembly, Combichrist, Covenant, Solar Fake, Birthday Massacre, Pride & Fall, Alec Empire, Panzer AG, Hocico, Angelspit, and countless others. Their collaborative efforts have undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the music scene, creating memories that will resonate with fans for years to come.

Perhaps you were fortunate enough to witness NOVUS’s enthralling live performances as they embarked on their captivating European tours. Their dynamic shows traversed the continent, taking them to unforgettable destinations. From the vibrant streets of Porto in Portugal to the enchanting cities of The Netherlands, including Amsterdam, Breda, Tilburg, Eindhoven, Leeuwarden, and Woerden, NOVUS brought their electrifying energy to every corner of Europe. They also ventured into neighboring countries, gracing the stages of Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Serbia, Lithuania, Latvia, Finland, and Sweden. Notable highlights included their exhilarating appearances at the Amphi Festival in Koln, Germany, and the prestigious K17 in Berlin, captivating audiences with their distinct sound and magnetic stage presence.

As NOVUS continues to push boundaries and evolve as a musical force, they eagerly anticipate the release of their highly anticipated second single, “Dimension.” With its impending arrival, fans and enthusiasts alike are anxiously awaiting this new sonic journey, as the band promises to explore uncharted realms of creativity and innovation. Stay tuned and keep a watchful eye on NOVUS’s upcoming releases, for they are undoubtedly poised to leave an indelible mark on the alternative music landscape once again.

In celebration of their remarkable achievement and to honor their 20-year legacy, NOVUS invites music enthusiasts from all walks of life to join them in a resounding chorus of appreciation and admiration. Let us come together, united by the profound impact NOVUS has had on the European alternative music scene, and celebrate this momentous occasion that epitomizes the enduring power and beauty of music.

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#industrial, Cutting Edge Culture Updates, New Music Release

Pretty Addicted Drops Explosive Sixth Single: “No Memories, No Dreams”

We proudly present to you the sixth single from the highly anticipated and devilishly captivating Pretty Addicted album, “We, the Broken Children of Hell” – none other than the exhilarating anthem, “No Memories, No Dreams”!
Brace yourselves, ladies and gentlemen, for a musical rollercoaster that will leave you breathless and begging for more.

After the soul-stirring depths of “Blood Moon,” Pretty Addicted takes us on a wild ride back to their electrifying roots.
Prepare your eardrums for an auditory extravaganza that will make even the most seasoned club veterans tremble with anticipation. This song is not merely a banger; it’s a sonic eruption of epic proportions. Get ready to unleash your inner rave beast!

Maintaining a thematic cohesion with its predecessor, “No Memories, No Dreams” gracefully dances along a similar emotional path. This track is so drenched in feelings that it might just make you question whether your heart is beating to the rhythm or the bassline. If heartbreak were to morph into a club hit, this would undoubtedly be its wicked embodiment.

With a heart-pumping tempo of 150 beats per minute, “No Memories, No Dreams” is the quintessential soundtrack for your sun-soaked summer raves. In fact, I hereby nominate it as the CHOON (yes, I said “choon”) of the season! Brace yourself for the song’s climactic finale, a euphoric frenzy that will command every limb in your body to surrender to the dance floor’s irresistible call.

Prepare for an auditory experience that will leave you spellbound and yearning for more. Let the music ignite your soul!

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#metal, New Music Release

WARCOE Awakens: “The Giant’s Dream” Returns!

Get ready to be swept away by the Italian doomsters of WARCOE as they bring their debut album “The Giant’s Dream” back to life! Hailing from the coastal city of Pesaro, these musicians know how to channel the strength and harshness of their familiar shores into a whirlwind of heavy tunes.

Formed in the icy grip of winter in 2021, WARCOE emerged from Stefano’s burning desire to shape his musical ideas, infusing them with elements of black metal, classic doom, and whatever else struck his fancy. With the addition of Carlo and Francesco and their own unique influences, the definitive project was born.

Prepare to be engulfed in a sonic storm as WARCOE blends traditional doom with stoner vibes, delivering powerful detuned guitars, thunderous bass, and clean vocals that will captivate your senses. As Tom Hanno from The Sleeping Shaman eloquently puts it, “the guitar playing is tasteful, showing that you don’t have to be fast to be heavy, and the vocals have an excellent tone, which also fits the song.”

Their debut album, “The Giant’s Dream,” originally released in 2022 by Forbidden Place Records (USA) on CD and Morbid and Miserable Records on tape, has now spread its wings across the globe. Unforgiven Blood Records in Japan joined the party, and in 2023, Regain Records/Helter Skelter Production (Swe) unleashed it worldwide on CD and vinyl. Forbidden Place Records (USA) even teased us with a single from their upcoming second album, “Pyramid of Despair,” in late 2022.

But the excitement doesn’t end there! WARCOE is gearing up to conquer 2023 with the release of their highly anticipated second album. Stay tuned for more mind-bending doom on the horizon.

Prepare to experience the raw energy and evocative live performance of WARCOE that will leave you breathless. Don’t miss out on their captivating presence!

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#metal, New Music Release

EPIDEMY Unleashes Sophomore Album: “Zrůdy v nás”

Get ready to headbang, Czech metalheads, because EPIDEMY is back with a vengeance! Formed in 2005, this fierce metal pack has been tearing up stages and leaving fans in awe with their explosive gigs. They’ve conquered clubs, big festivals, small festivals, and even motor shows—no venue is safe from their electrifying presence.

With the release of their EP “Rány osudu” in 2008 and the fiery “Peklo si tě najde!” in 2015, EPIDEMY proved they were a force to be reckoned with. However, in 2017, singer Müra Plocek took an unexpected journey to metal heaven, and the band faced a momentary setback. But fear not, for EPIDEMY rose from the ashes with the arrival of the incredible Roman “KOBRA” Gracias in 2018. They embraced the wave of oldschool thrash metal, ready to conquer the scene once again.

In 2019, EPIDEMY unleashed two killer singles, “Apokalypsa” and “Zůstaň se mnou,” leaving fans craving more. They even shot an epic music video for “Apokalypsa” that will blow your metal-loving minds. However, the band faced another hurdle when drummer Vlasta Bronec left in March 2020, plunging EPIDEMY into temporary silence.

But behold! Fate smiled upon them, and they found the perfect match in the young and energetic Ondra “OZZY” Ziegler, who took over the long-vacant drum throne. Now, in 2023, EPIDEMY is ready to set the metal world ablaze once again with their brand-new album, “Zrůdy v nás.” Brace yourselves for a wild ride through oldschool thrash metal madness!

Join the EPIDEMY revolution and experience their thunderous sound at the following links:

Spotify

Official Website

Instagram

EPIDEMY is here to reign supreme and prove that oldschool thrash metal still rules the airwaves. Get ready for an epic metal journey!

#metal, New Music Release

Kill Cømmand Unleashes Thrash Mayhem with “Hostile Takeover”

Prepare yourselves, metalheads, because a storm is brewing in Mississippi! Introducing Kill Cømmand, the thrash masters hailing from the humble town of Hernando. Led by the dynamic duo of vocalist Colin Jewell and guitarist Nick Subia, these Mississippi rebels are here to deliver a lethal dose of thrash that will leave you begging for more.

But this isn’t your ordinary thrash, folks. Kill Cømmand has taken it to a whole new level, fusing the classic Bay Area fury with modern new-wave thrash influences. It’s like a wild mosh pit in a time machine, transporting you back to the golden age of metal while injecting a fresh and invigorating energy into the mix. Get ready to bang your head like it’s 1983!

Joining the ranks in 2022, bassist Joss Lubenstein completed the lineup and propelled Kill Cømmand into action. Together, they unleashed their first explosive single and album, both released the following year. These guys mean business, and they’re on a mission to bring thrash back into the spotlight where it rightfully belongs.

Hailing from the underground metal scene in Memphis, Tennessee, Kill Cømmand has honed their skills and crafted a sound that will rattle your bones and ignite your inner thrasher. They’re not here to play nice; they’re here to conquer. The stage is set, the amps are cranked up to 11, and the world is about to witness a hostile takeover of epic proportions.

To embark on this sonic journey with Kill Cømmand, head over to their official links below:

LinkTree

Facebook

Get ready to have your faces melted, your necks sore, and your eardrums begging for mercy. Kill Cømmand is here to reignite the thrash revolution!

#metal, New Music Release

Eld Varg Unleashes the Metal Fury: One Man Army Reinforced Edition Out Now

After a long and torturous break since their formation in 2013, Eld Varg is back in action, and they mean business! Led by the fearless Ollie Noakes, this one-man army officially launched in 2021 with their debut album, aptly titled ‘One Man Army’. Drawing inspiration from heavy metal legends like Grand Magus, Amon Amarth, Ningen Isu, and The Sword, Eld Varg brings the thunder with their raw and powerful sound.

What’s even more impressive is that Ollie Noakes took charge of everything, from writing and performing to producing and mixing, leaving no stone unturned at his epic ‘Fort Noakes Studios’ in Scotland. Talk about a true musical warrior!

Lyrically, Eld Varg is a force to be reckoned with. Their combative, triumphant, and introspective themes often transport you to mythical realms, where they rub shoulders with the gods themselves, spinning original and victorious tales that will leave you craving more.

But that’s not all! In 2022, Eld Varg released an acoustic version of the epic anthem ‘Wastelands’ from their debut album, all for a noble cause—to raise funds for Ukraine. To make it even sweeter, they dropped a professionally recorded music video alongside it, showcasing their artistic prowess.

Hold on tight, because the thunder is about to strike again! On May 19th, 2023, Eld Varg unleashed the beast once more with the ‘Reinforced Edition’ of ‘One Man Army’. This epic release features each song meticulously reimagined and rerecorded, showcasing the jaw-dropping growth in musicianship, production, professionalism, and overall presentation of Ollie and his formidable band. This is the definitive and flawless version of ‘One Man Army’, and now the focus shifts to their highly anticipated second album, which is already written and ready to rock your world. The recording process begins in the second half of 2023, so prepare yourselves for an unstoppable onslaught of metal madness!

While Eld Varg remains Ollie Noakes’ solo project, he has assembled a powerhouse live band to bring the thunder to the stage. Brace yourselves, because this power trio is gearing up for their explosive live debut in July 2023, and you won’t want to miss it!

Prepare your eardrums for the ultimate metal adventure with Eld Varg!
For more information, blazing tunes, and a direct line to the metal gods, and follow Eld Varg at the links below:

Bandcamp

Deezer

Facebook

Official Website

Instagram

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Cutting Edge Culture Updates

Get Your Free Copy of Slighter’s previous album Void – Limited Time Offer, ends 06.10.23

To celebrate Slighter’s last album turning 2 years old we are giving away free copies on Bandcamp all week long!

Slighter’s 2021 album V O I D celebrates it’s 2 year anniversary with a week-long free download on our shop! We’ve also got a bunch of codes for “Have No Fear” as well!

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 “Have No Fear” the next single from the new album has just dropped, and Slighter offers up a taste of what’s to come with his signature vocal style on top of a rumble of noisy Techno beat programming and grinding synth manipulations.
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2ND FACE releases utOpium on Dependent Records

Hold onto your hats, folks, because the German sensation 2ND FACE is back and ready to blow your mind! After their debut album “Nemesis” rocked the scene in 2017, expectations were sky-high for their sophomore release. Well, brace yourselves because mastermind Vincent Uhlig has not only met those expectations but surpassed them with his mind-blowing album “utOpium.”

This sound magician, who also happens to be a certified audio engineering genius, has created a masterpiece that’s not just ear candy for audiophiles, but also a showcase of exceptional songwriting and lyrical depth. “utOpium” is transparent, detailed, aggressive, and powerful—a perfect fit for the industrial genre that 2ND FACE dominates. Uhlig has poured five years of blood, sweat, and tears into this beast of an album, paying homage to the industrial scene’s history while carving his own unique path.

Lyrically, “utOpium” takes you on a journey deep into the human mind, exploring self-awareness and reflecting society’s fragmented state. In a world hypnotized by (social) media and ignoring climate change and war, 2ND FACE holds up a subtle mirror to wake us all up.

Formed by Vincent Uhlig in the captivating city of Mainz, Germany, in 2014, 2ND FACE quickly caught the industry’s attention with a string of demos and their self-released single “First of His Name.” Their 2017 debut album “Nemesis” was hailed as the “newcomer of the year,” impressing critics and fans alike. The EP “Nihilum” solidified their rising star status in the industrial sky.

“utOpium” is not just a leap in quality—it’s a quantum jump that will set the benchmark for the industrial genre for years to come. So, gear up, put on your headphones, and crank up those speakers because “utOpium” is about to detonate in your ears!

Release date: May 12, 2023
Style: Progressive Industrial

Tracklist (Prepare for auditory explosions!)

  1. Momentum
  2. Formula Extinction
  3. Vox Irae
  4. Mydriasis
  5. Life(l)over
  6. Underneath the Silence
  7. Aether
  8. 1 of the Others
  9. Public Enemy
  10. Faith

Line-up (These guys are pure genius!)

  • Vincent Uhlig: Vocals, Arrangements, Sound Design, Lyrics
  • Maxagon: Live Drums
  • Martin Sane: Live Keyboard, Vocoder

Produced, recorded, mixed, and mastered by the incredible Vincent Uhlig himself.

Get your hands on this masterpiece!
Let utOpium explode into your life.
It’s an experience you won’t want to miss!

Visit the shop:
http://lnk.spkr.media/2ndface-utopium

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GIRLS UNDER GLASS release Backdraft on Dependent Records

Get ready to rock your socks off because the unstoppable Germans, GIRLS UNDER GLASS, are back in action! Their new studio album, “Backdraft,” is an explosive cocktail of their iconic sounds, combining gothic rock, electronic dark wave, and melodic post-punk into one glorious record.

While their music brings back nostalgic vibes from the ’80s and ’90s, these Hamburgians haven’t been snoozing on their creative laurels. They’ve upgraded their sound for the new millennium, infusing it with fresh energy and a renewed passion that shines through every note.

The album title, “Backdraft,” cleverly alludes to a phenomenon that happens during fires. Just like when a fire consumes all the oxygen in a closed space, the band’s creative fire was rekindled when they started composing new tracks for an EP. The result? A full-length album bursting with musical awesomeness.

GIRLS UNDER GLASS has fearlessly delved into dystopian themes in their lyrics, reflecting the sinister and powerful vibes of their sound. And guess what? The band’s original vocalist, Thomas “Tom” Lücke, is making a triumphant return, sharing vocal duties with current singer Volker Zacharias. Talk about a blast from the past!

Since their formation in 1986, GIRLS UNDER GLASS has been a driving force in the German gothic rock and dark wave scene. They’ve explored various musical genres, from rock to crossover and even metal, expanding their sonic horizons along the way. With a devoted fanbase and an impressive discography, their return to the spotlight is long overdue.

The wait is finally over! Brace yourself for the fiery and passionate “Backdraft” album, set to reignite GIRLS UNDER GLASS and reclaim their well-deserved throne at the top of the music world.

Release date: June 2, 2023
Style: Gothic Rock
Label: Dependent

Tracklist (Prepare for an eargasm!)

  1. Backdraft Prelude
  2. Nightkiss
  3. Tainted (feat. Mortiis)
  4. We Feel Alright
  5. No Hope No Fear
  6. Eiskalt / Sunburst (feat. DerHarms)
  7. Tanz im Neonlicht
  8. Everything Will Die
  9. Endless Nights
  10. Heart on Fire

Line-up (These talented folks will blow your mind!)

  • Volker Zacharias: Vocals, Guitar
  • Axel Ermes: Synth, Electronics
  • Falko Grau: Bass
  • Tom Lücke: EP Track Vocals

They’ve got a special guest too!

  • Mortiis: Featured vocals on ‘Tainted’

The album was recorded, mixed, and produced by Axel Ermes and Volker Zacharias, with mastering by the incredible Chris Harms at Chameleon Studios. The mind-blowing cover art was crafted by Greg Rolfes, while Ulrike Rank handled the graphic design and artwork.

Get your hands on “Backdraft” in all its glory! It’ll be available as a 72-page Artbook with a bonus CD and as a copper orange vinyl LP. Don’t miss out—visit the shop [link: http://lnk.spkr.media/gug-backdraft%5D and prepare for a musical adventure like no other!

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New Music Release News

Mari Kattman releases her “Swallow” EP on COP International

Mari Kattman takes a daring leap into uncharted musical territory with her latest masterpiece, “Swallow.” Merging her signature Trap percussion with a fresh infusion of Bass Music, she unleashes a powerful and exhilarating evolution of her sound. Mari Kattman, the ultimate musical chameleon, fearlessly embraces this new sonic landscape, showcasing her unrivaled talent for reinvention. With complete control over every aspect of the song and vocal composition, she stands tall as a true powerhouse, once again proving that she is a force to be reckoned with.

Swallow by Mari Kattman



Mari Kattman “Swallow” EP – COPV085
Track List

1. Swallow
2. You Can Show Yourself Out
3. You Can Show Yourself Out (BABY MAGICK REMIX)
4. Swallow (MKUHLTRA REMIX)


Album Credits:

Mari Kattman// Vocals and Musical Composition
Mixing// Mari Kattman and T. Shizz
Mastering//David Spiegelman (Corrosive Audio)


Remix// BABY MAGICK (HAEX)
https://www.instagram.com/baby_magick/


Stream on Spotify


Upcoming Live appearances



For More Info:
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New Music Release News

PSY’AVIAH feat. SORROW STORIES releases Healing EP

This Bandcamp release includes an exclusive booklet with lyrics plus 2 bonus remixes by LECTREAU (Passenger A from METROLAND) and DYNALECTRIC ORCHESTRA! 

PSY’AVIAH is now closing the “Bittersweet” chapter in beauty with Yves Schelpe’s stunning collaboration with Tina Forlorn of SORROW STORIES. “Healing” is maybe the most representative song from this conceptual album after all, where you can realize that, “there is joy in pain and that tears can taste so sweet”… A more laid-back melancholic dark pop song with strong highly expressive vocals leading breakbeat arrangements and sinister melodic synth-lines.


For the occasion of this new EP release, both artists recorded together an exclusive bonus song: “Heaven Is Not Enough” that mixes metaphorical lyrics, sorrowful atmospheres with more upbeat dark electronics. A touching piece of work playing with double meanings and questioning whether dreaming of death to feel alive makes any sense when “Heaven is not enough” and might be your new Hell… a sort of beginning of the finale in a place where there is no conclusion because you need to recreate yourself altogether!?


PSY’AVIAH here again is joined by artists from various music scenes including some noticeable usual partners in crimes to serve us a more than eclectic cocktail of remixes including AESTHETISCHE, PEOPLE THEATRE, AIBOFORCEN Eric C. Powell, Eva X, NATURES OF WIRES, ENEMY INFESTATION, 13TH ANGEL and 11GRAMS…


And always remember on bittersweet days, that in pain there’s strength to be found… It can’t always be sunshine!

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New Music Release News

LIGHTS A.M releases Afraid To Let Go EP, and a live video,
from Alfa Matrix

Norwegian cinematic ambient electronic project LIGHTS A.M. (aka Erlend Eilertsen of ESSENCE OF MIND) presents to us an all new quite dark and eerie ambient single featuring “Not Ready For This” with layers of synths and some tribal almost ritualistic percussions, while “Afraid To Let Go” is more organic and enchanting although it remains very melancholic, ethereal and dreamy (and this especially expressed through the live bonus version on this EP).

The first previews of a new sonic voyage where the listener creates their own journey.

This is how Erlend himself perceives it: “Both these tracks have some of the same emotions, though in different ways. “In Not Ready For This” I see fog, a challenge, and fear of going through it, while in “Afraid To Let Go” the challenge is to let go of something which doesn’t serve you, but still being afraid of what will happen after you let go. So it is basically fear, sadness and melancholia blended together, quite dark yes…”.

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New Music Release News

808 DOT POP Releases two new EPs- AM1040 & FM96​.​9 on AlfaMatrix

Passenger S turns on his radio once more after the release of the well-received companion CD albums “FM88.2” and “AM1350” (and “MW720” on digital platforms).

The two new 808 DOT POP EP’s “FM96.9” and “AM1040” both place the second single, “Distant Voices” in the spotlight.

Again Lis van den Akker takes the honours singing on the main song creating an ERASURE-esque vibe. Light weight sequences and gentle yet driving melodies over an effortlessly rippling bass line will leave no lover of the pure synth-pop untouched.

Next to a reworked version of the album track “Modulation”, almost acting as another ‘A side’ track, there are two exclusive titles, one being ‘FM/AM’ and the brand new track “The Boys Of Wireless”, inspired by the 1912 book by Frank Webster. Still following the concept of crystal and wireless radio, there are two new extended versions, one of ‘Distant Voices’ and ‘Modulation’ topping it all off with a hard hitting club mix by Belgian artist ‘Sequence 5’.


There is no better way to truly end 808 DOT POP’s broadcastings, and to start aching for a nice hot summer, than with this fizzing pop song “Distant Voices”.

This is 808 POP on EvolRadio!

808 DOT POP – AM1040 EP
alfamatrix.bandcamp.com/album/am1040-ep

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New Music Release News

3Teeth release new music video for Slum Planet (feat. Mick Gordon)


Director: Matteo Santoro Visual FX : Matteo Santoro Editor : Matteo Santoro

Lyrics:
Taste the waste
Of our neon disgrace
Deformed children made from corporate gods grace
Better wear your mask because
The air melts your face
No one wins in this human race

I pledge allegiance to my own corruption
Preserving my freedom of self destruction
I want to be the one with the most damage
You can’t tell me how to live on my

Slum planet

My trash hate and lies
Piled as high as I like
So welcome to my Slum planet
I don’t care if you live or you die
As long as your willing to buy
So welcome to my
Slum Planet

The only thing here built to last
Is the engine that turns your world to trash
My domain is the future pain
Light your path like a moth to the flame
My trash hate and lies
Piled as high as I like
So welcome to my
Slum planet

I don’t care if you live or you die
As long as your willing to buy
So welcome to my
Slum Planet

Behind my plastic faces
Sealed off inside glass cases
My machine my machine will grant it
All the dreams of a slum planet

“Today we shall no longer live in shame and regret of our inability to coexist in accord with nature. We must embrace our superior position upon this planet and recognize it as a resource for our disposal and no matter how finite of a resource it is, we shall live for today and not question the limitations of tomorrow as we are the gods of now. Thank you for your donation”

My trash hate and lies
Piled as high as I like
So welcome to my
Slum planet

I don’t care if you live or you die
As long as your willing to buy
So welcome to my
Slum Planet

Behind my plastic faces
Sealed off inside glass cases
My machine my machine will grant it
All the dreams of a slum planet

Stream “Slum Planet” here

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New Music Release News

This Futile Engine! to be released July 21st on Brutal Resonance Records

Slighter’s 2023 album, This Futile Engine will be released July 21st in a deluxe edition CD / digital download on Brutal Resonance Records.

A July date has been set for Slighter‘s 2023 album, This Futile Engine!
This brand new set of 10 tracks features collaborations with Steven Seibold (Hate Dept.), Morgue VVitch, Yvette Winkler (Vaselyne), Craig Joseph Huxtable (Landscape Body Machine) and Anastasia Gris as Deep Dark Water.

Confusion Inc. is teaming up with Brutal Resonance Records to release an ‘Deluxe Edition’ CD + digital download edition with 3 bonus tracks. The CD will be a strictly limited edition signed numbered and available exclusively on Brutal Resonance Records Bandcamp shop July 21st!

PRE-ORDER LIMITED DELUXE EDITION
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 “Have No Fear” the next single from the new album has just dropped! This Single Edit offers up a taste of what’s to come with his signature vocal style on top of a rumble of noisy Techno beat programming and grinding synth manipulations. Flip for the DJ friendly take, that kicks up the BPM and pulls back the arrangement for maximum dance floor mayhem. 

STREAM / DOWNLOAD
WATCH LYRIC VIDEO

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New Music Release News

Unhappily Ever Now
Releases New Single Addressing Loss & Trauma

Industrial Rock band Unhappily Ever Now, from Phoenixville, PA, USA has recently unveiled their latest single, “Pleading (The Haunting of Scars),”
This marks their first release since their self-titled debut EP in 2021.
The song delves into the self-doubt that arises from personal growth following significant loss and trauma, presenting a dark, gritty, melodic, and emotional experience that sets it apart.

With influences from renowned acts like Stabbing Westward, TOOL, A Perfect Circle, and Rammstein, Unhappily Ever Now offers a fresh approach in “Pleading.”
The track showcases male and female vocals, blending organic and electronic instrumentation, and delivering intense yet melodious vocal phrases.

The forthcoming remix of the single, set to be released on July 7, 2023, features a collaboration with JP Anderson of Rabbit Junk. This remix brings forth an irresistibly catchy and danceable gothwave vibe, effectively capturing the raw emotion of the original and making it ideal for club nights.

Unhappily Ever Now’s music can be found on all major streaming platforms, including Bandcamp. In conjunction with the single, they have also released an official music video. The video was produced and directed by Joel Lopez of Lumbra Productions, predominantly filmed at the haunted White Hill Mansion in New Jersey.

https://unhappilyevernow.hearnow.com/pleading-the-haunting-of-scars

Unhappily Ever Now consists of Stephen Watson (lead performer and songwriter), known for his work with Cleopatra Records (Green Jelly), and Maria V (vocals, lyrics, and melodies). The studio single features drums by Dan Milligan and was mixed and mastered by Joy Thieves Productions.

For more information about Unhappily Ever Now visit:

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New Music Release News

ANGELSPIT’S 11TH ALBUM, ANGELSPIT’S MOST BRUTAL ALBUM TO DATE ‘THE STAR’ (‘THE BASTARD GODS’) IS KICKSTARTING NOW.


The album, set to release in August 2023, is described as Angelspit’s most brutal to date, combining industrial, cyberpunk, and electro-industrial genres.


The Kickstarter campaign offers various formats, including digital, CD, vinyl, tape, and USB. The USB version includes sample libraries, MP3 and WAV files, and a bonus experimental noise EP. Additionally, merchandise such as T-shirts, collars, patches, zines, pins, and stickers are available. You can find more details on the Kickstarter campaign here.

Four tracks from the album are already released on Spotify, which you can listen to here.

“The Star” incorporates unique elements, with melodies created from samples of scraping and bashing large springs and metal sculptures, resulting in a gritty and edgy sound. The album features war drums by Dave NATO from 4th Wall and prominently includes the Blaster Beam, a loud and aggressive instrument. The lyrics explore the impact of new technology on personal interactions, access to factual news, the widening class system, and emerging underclass.

The album’s original title, “The Bastard Gods,” was redacted to “The Star” due to algorithmic restrictions. The album delves into the increasing influence of algorithms and their effects on content censorship and manipulation, referred to as “Bastard Gods.”

Angelspit, a Cyberpunk/Industrial act with a 20-year history, has released over 25 albums and produced numerous remixes. They emphasize independent innovation and encourage artists to pursue their own creative paths.

For more information and to support Angelspit, visit their official website here or explore their Bandcamp page here.

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and/or follow Angelspit on social media

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New Music Release

CHICAGO’S POST-PUNK DUO BELLHEAD TO RELEASE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED EP ‘GOOD INTENTIONS’ ON FRIDAY MAY 5TH ACROSS ALL PLATFORMS

Bellhead, a post-punk duo from Chicago, IL, USA,, will be releasing their highly anticipated EP ‘Good Intentions’ on May 5th, across all platforms.

This new release comes after the band spent most of 2022 touring to support their critically acclaimed sophomore release ‘Dead Lights’.

‘Good Intentions’ features six new songs that explore a pop sensibility while giving nods to New Order and a wink to Jesus and Mary Chain. The lead single “Valentine” evokes Depeche Mode synth lines and Placebo style bass grooves while exploring the themes of loss and hope or death and forgiveness. The EP includes other songs like “Bad Taste” and “Into the Deep”, which tackle topics like unsavory stalkers, unreliable narrators, and blood-thirsty sirens at sea. The EP’s second half includes Bellhead’s take on Love and Rockets’ hit “No Big Deal”.

Bellhead’s previous surprise single, a cover of Prince’s “I Would Die 4 U”, quickly gained popularity and earned over 6,000 plays on Spotify within 30 days of its release. The band has toured alongside international and national touring artists in 2022, and their 2023 spring dates include two shows with gothic acts Clan of Xymox and The Bellwether Syndicate. Afterward, they will co-headline nine dates with NYC’s coldwave artists The Clay People before ending the month of May as direct support for LA’s dark electronic duo Night Club in Chicago.


Bellhead has worked with their trusted production team to deliver ‘Good Intentions’, which includes audio engineer Neil Strauch (Iron and Wine/Counting Crows/Owls/Joan of Arc/Walking Bicycles/Slow Mass), mastering engineer Carl Saff (Acid Mothers Temple/Smoking Popes/Red Fang/Guided by Voices), and management team David Schock (WTII Records).

To purchase ‘Good Intentions:

Good Intentions by BELLHEAD


For more information
about Bellhead

BELLHEAD spent 2022 touring alongside international and national touring artists Powerman 5000, Holy Wars, Then Comes Silence, The Bellwether Syndicate, Hate Dept, China Crisis, and Night Club. 2023 is even more explosive with touring plans to include two dates with legendary gothic acts Clan of Xymox and The Bellwether Syndicate as a warm up before heading back out on the road in May co-headlining nine dates with NYC’S coldwave artists, The Clay People. BELLHEAD ends the month of May as direct support for LA’s dark electronic duo, Night Club in Chicago.

BELLHEAD 2023 SPRING DATES

3/19 Eastside Bowl – Nashville, TN w/ Clan of Xymox / The Bellwether Syndicate

3/23 Cactus Club – Milwaukee, WI w/ Clan of Xymox / The Bellwether Syndicate

4/15 The Ruin – Fort Wayne, IN w/ Vazum / Observer

4/21 Blockhouse Bar – Bloomington, IN w/ Pilgrims of Yearning / Freeze Etch

4/22 Mag Bar – Louisville, KY w/ Gentleman Pig / Star Guided Vessel / Village Elder

5/6 Livewire Lounge – Chicago, IL w/ The Clay People / Melter

5/7 Mac’s Bar – Lansing, MI w/ The Clay People / Zombie Apocalypse / No Skull

5/8 Black Circle – Indianapolis, IN w/ The Clay People / Broken Nails

5/9 The Foundry – Lakewood, OH w/ The Clay People / Bonded by Darkness / Temple Witch

5/10 The Runaway – Washington, DC w/ The Clay People / High Horse Cavalry / Raw Dawgs

5/11 Bar Freda – Queens, NY w/ The Clay People / The Amatory Murder / Chroma

5/12 Darq @ Koto – Salem, MA w/ The Clay People / Acheron

5/13 Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center – Harrisburg, PA w/ The Amatory Murder, Faux Fear, Goth Goth, Sugar Hysteria

5/14 Buzzbin – Akron, OH w/ Night Goat / Bonded By Darkness / Temple Witch

5/26 Reggie’s – Chicago, IL w/ Night Club / Iron Years / Plasmata

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New Music Release

New 5-song EP “The Ascender” is out now!


This EP comes with a free graphic novel, which was written by D.W. Reed and illustrated by Faderhead, with the help of Midjourney and Photoshop.


Each chapter of the graphic novel corresponds to a song on the EP and vice versa.

I set up a link collection for all the links to Bandcamp (+ exclusive bonus track), streaming/download platforms and graphic novel download.


The Ascender Links

UPCOMING EVENTS

Apr 15, 2023 – Hamburg, DE / Bahnhof Pauli  (BUY TICKETS)



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New Music Release

Melodic Death Shredders EXMORTUS Return With 6th Studio Album, “Necrophony,” On August 25th

Melodic death metal band EXMORTUS is releasing their 6th studio album “Necrophony” on August 25th, which is now available for pre-order. The album, which took 4 years to make, showcases the band’s newfound creativity, and features artwork by Toha Mashudi.

Check out their new single “Mind of Metal” https://exmortus.bfan.link/mind-of-metal.a01

and the music video here:


Exmortus is a Los Angeles-based neo-classical extreme metal band that has just released their sixth album, “Necrophony.” The album marks a significant turning point for the band, who have emerged stronger and crazier after signing with Nuclear Blast. With “Oathbreaker,” “Mind of Metal,” and “Storm of Strings” as follow-on singles, Exmortus’ paroxysmal ascent to extreme metal’s upper echelons is guaranteed with “Necrophony.”

EXMORTUS will also embark on the “Darkest of Knights Tour 2023” starting tonight, with PALADIN and GRAVESHADOW.

Check out their tour dates here:

EXMORTUs Tour Dates: 
April 12 – Santa Cruz, CA – Blue Lagoon
April 13 – Eugene, OR – John Henry’s
April 14 – Spokane, WA – The Big Dipper
April 15 – Vancouver, BC – Hyperspace Festival
April 17 – Eureka, CA – Savage henry Comedy Club
April 18 – Sacramento, CA – Old Ironsides
April 19 – Anaheim, CA – Chain Reaction

Read more about the band and their upcoming album here: https://exmortus-official.com/necrophony/

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New Music Release

Re:Mission Entertainment just announced The Endless by Snowbeasts,



“We’re excited to announce the new Snowbeasts album is coming out April 28th

Limited Edition CDs and t-shirts featuring artwork by Simon Paul are now available for pre-order.

Providence based post-industrial duo, Snowbeasts, return with a new album ‘The Endless’. Building on structures of their heavy beat orientated releases, the new album features 10 new tracks full of the haunting synthetics and otherworldly textures that Snowbeasts is known for. Elizabeth Virosa’s voice is dominant on the dance floor stompers “Let’s Be Animals” and “The Endless Beat”.

Release date: 04/28/23”

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New Music Release

Swedish heavy metal band Enforcer has launched a new virtual experience called “Experience Nostalgia”, which is designed to immerse fans in the sights, sounds, and sensations of the 80s, the era the band is aiming to recreate on their upcoming album, “Nostalgia”.

Visitors can explore a virtual metal fan’s bedroom from the 80s, which contains classic items and exclusive content from Enforcer. The band recorded “Nostalgia” in their own Hvergelmer Studios, and the album is due for release in May 2023.

Enforcer has already released two singles from the album, “Coming Alive” and “Nostalgia”, both accompanied by music videos.

Links:

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New Music Release

Arrival Of Autmn
RELEASE MUSIC VIDEO FOR
THEIR SECOND SINGLE “GHOSTS”

Canadian heavy metal band Arrival of Autumn has released a music video for their second single “Ghosts”.


The song’s lyrics focus on the dark history of Canada and the genocide committed against indigenous people in the residential school system, and the music video had to be censored for its disturbing content.

The upcoming album “Kingdom Undone,” will be released on May 26th by Nuclear Blast Records.

The album was recorded from August to December 2021, engineered by the band and Mark Lewis, and the artwork was created by Travis Smith. “Kingdom Undone” will be available in various formats, including CD, vinyl, and T-shirt bundles.

MUSIC VIDEO FOR “GHOSTS” 



Pre-order Kingdom Undone HERE 


Listen to “Ghosts” on all streaming platforms: https://arrivalofautumn.bfan.link/aoa-ghosts.a01

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New Music Release

SpankTheNun Remixes Two Witches Are Better Than One – Metamorph

“Do not try to resist the lure”
– Darker Side of Music





Metamorph’s Gothic love story of dystopian heartbreak and hope continues to bewitch with these two SPANKTHENUN remixes “Kiss of the Witch” & “Witchlit”. 
 
Goth Pop songs written and conceived by witchy singer & flutist Margot Day and her daughter Julifer Day. Produced by the Metamorph “Alchemist”, Cleopatra Recording artist Erik Gustafson of Adoration Destroyed.  

Betwixt and between, expect the unexpected with new Metamorph song remixes from Caustic and Eva X and a surprise Siouxsie and the Banshees Cover coming in May.

“Kiss of the Witch” LP dropped on the fall Equinox 2022. The new single

For More Information


A native New Yorker, Margot Day was an integral part of the 80’s NYC underground music scene while fronting the legendary Goth band “The Plague” with their album “Naraka” 1987. 

Goth Pop band Metamorph founded in 2016 by songstress and witch Margot Day, wanting to escape the opressive urban lifestyle., and re-align with her connection to nature.

Metamorph is a musical entry into other dimensions via song and dance, a vortex of melody and throbbing rhythms capable of awakening human potential.  Margot Day’s multi-range vocals, mastery of the flute and catchy melodies are irresistible, creating a magical potion with Alchemist producer Erik Gustafason on these new Metamorph songs. “Sigils & Spirals” dropped in 2020, “Ether” 2017, and “The 4 Elements” 2017. 

Metamorph’s “Kiss of the Witch” Album featuring the title track dropped 9/21/2022 on the fall equinox.“Witchlit” dropped 3/7 on the full moon –  first single off the Metamorph album that drops Fall 2023.




With well over 100,000 views on the Metamorph YouTube channel – featuring the music videos “Kiss of the Witch” “Daisy Logic” and the prophetic “Spelldance”. 

Concerts and festivals with Metamorph (and their tiny mascot Melody) in the US, Canada, Costa Rica, and Guatemala. Metamorph concerts are theatrical, magical, and danceable. Performances as a solo, duo, and a full band featuring Margot Day have included Kurtis Knight, drummer Joe Netzel, sword and belly dancer Rivqah Cas. 

Metamorph is “music for morphing”. Inviting the listener to welcome change and “become the wave, the witch, the butterfly, the wizard, the phoenix…”.





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New Music Release

LUDOVICO TECHNIQUE Release New Music Video

Ludovico Technique have released their newest music video “Live As Myself”, off of the album “Haunted People”. Directed by the bands singer Ben V., the visuals of this intensely cinematic work bring a new dimension to Gothic Alternative/Metal unlike anything seen before.

Having  been featured in Alternative Press, Loudwire, Metal Injection, Knotfest, Orkus!, and Post-Punk, as well as having been #1 on the international iTunes metal charts, and added to multiple highly prestigious Spotify editorial (Spotify Official) playlists, Ludovico Technique present their newest music video “Live As Myself.” 


“When directing and filming the music video, my goal was to embody the intensity of the lyrical meaning in a visual language that all could experience”


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