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GENUS ORDINIS DEI reveals 9th video episode “Exorcism”

GENUS ORDINIS DEI

Symphonic metal mini-series Glare Of Deliverance by GENUS ORDINIS DEI sees 9th video episode release entitled “Exorcism” Symphonic death metal pioneers Genus Ordinis Dei have released the ninth music video episode entitled “Exorcism” from their critically acclaimed & highly praised concept album entitled Glare Of Deliverance. The video was directed by Steve Saints. In this episode, The Cross tries …

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Stay For Tomorrow set loose new video

Scottish alternative rockers STAY FOR TOMORROW have just delivered an ultra-hooky piece of gripping alt-rock in the shape of their new single, I Don’t Need You To Save Me, out now. The track is a contagious cut, loaded to the nines with engaging guitar parts and framed by an anthemic …

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FLORENCE BLACK share ‘Can You Feel It?’

Florence Black

Hotly-tipped Welsh rock trio FLORENCE BLACK are excited to share brand new single ‘CAN YOU FEEL IT?‘, the first taste of material from their forthcoming debut album.For the uninitiated, Merthyr Tydfil’s FLORENCE BLACK are a young band of self-taught, childhood friends: lead vocalist/guitarist Tristan Thomas, bassist/backing vocalist Jordan Evans, and drummer/backing vocalist Perry Davies. The group have released …

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ENSLAVED | reveal ‘Fenris’ live video + single from ‘Chronicles of the Northbound

Enslaved

Left-field metal luminaries Enslaved have revealed the next audiovisual gem taken from their forthcoming Cinematic Tour 2020 live releases. As part of their 30th-anniversary revelries, the band has today premiered a live video for their single ‘Fenris’. A classic track from their early arsenal- though black metal to its core, ‘Fenris’ nevertheless hinted at their kosmische obsessions that lurked behind the curtain.This …

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FOZZY DROP UNPRECEDENTED NEW VIDEO FOR “SANE”

Fozzy

Powerhouse rockers FOZZY drop their breathtaking, unprecedented music video for “SANE”, filmed on the longest wooden rollercoaster on the planet today!! Get a first-hand view of the madness as the band literally defies gravity, by reaching top speeds of 70 mph and terrifying drops of 154 feet! It’s an edgy, heart-stopping thrill ride that represents both the power …

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Rainbreakers Release Their Impressive New Single ‘Light Me Up’

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The relentlessly rising Rainbreakers continue to release impressive new material from their forthcoming second album with their brand-new single ‘Light Me Up’, out today (Friday 28th May). Following the highly successful release of their previous single ‘Ashes’ —including a limited-edition vinyl 7-inch, much sought after and prized by fans — ‘Light Me Up’ will also receive a special, …

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Doom Metal Veterans SPIRAL GRAVE Reveal Album Details!

Maryland/Virginia- based doom metal veterans SPIRAL GRAVE have finally revealed more details about their upcoming album, entitled Legacy of the Anointed. SPIRAL GRAVE, comprised of extraordinary vocalist Screaming Mad Dee, Iron Louis Strachan (bass), Mot Waldmann on drums and former LORD guitarist Willy Rivera, was born in 2018 after the tragic death of their long-time band mate, Alfred Morris III, founding member of iconic IRON MAN.

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DEVIN TOWNSEND announces ‘Devolution Series #2 – Galactic Quarantine

Devin

Devin Townsend has announced the second release under his “Devolution Series” moniker, with the “Devolution Series #2 – Galactic Quarantine” album, which is set for release on 25th June (InsideOut) As Devin announced earlier this year, he has been using the Covid downtime to work on new material for upcoming albums, and for …

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BURNING WITCHES | announce free live concert stream

Burning Witches

BURNING WITCHES ANNOUNCE FREE LIVE SHOW STREAM WATCH YOUR FAVOURITE HEAVY METAL COVEN CELEBRATE THEIR NEW ALBUM ‘THE WITCH OF THE NORTH’ RELEASE DAY FRIDAY MAY 28TH Heavy metal coven Burning Witches are proud to announce that they will stream a release show for their fantastic new album The Witch Of The North, on Friday …

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Robert Jon & The Wreck confirm Troy Redfern September 2021 UK tour

Robert Jon

Robert Jon & The Wreck confirm Troy Redfern as a special guest on September 2021 UK tour ROBERT JON & THE WRECK CONFIRM ‘TROY REDFERN’ AS A SPECIAL GUEST ON SEPTEMBER 2021 UK TOURTICKETS: alttickets and planetrocktickets  THE ALBUM “LAST LIGHT ON THE HIGHWAY”OUT NOW via www.robertjonandthewreck.com  “IMPECCABLY REALISED CONTEMPORARY COMMERCIALITY.BORN OF ALLMANS AND SKYNYRD, BOX …

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Broken Links deliver another thumping single

BROKEN LINKS have now dropped their stunning new third album, Conflict::States. The record is blessed withimmersing guitars, emotional vocals and electronic soundscapes. The UK threesome now surge ahead with the release of their eerily captivating new video, Cold War – https://youtu.be/myeLM9N3MXk . By harassing from a variety of areas ranging …

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RiseuP new single/video Jim B

RiseuP

Jim B is the first single from the band’s debut full-length album ‘Destructive Machine’s Chilling Time 3:27’ which will be released worldwide on August 6, 2021, via Eclipse Records. The album was produced by Arkadiusz Dzierżawa (Sandbreaker, Mors, Carura). RiseuP are a death-groove metal band from Pszow, Poland, whose music …

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A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH Announces New Album ‘Infernum In Terra’

A Pale

A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH REVEALS DETAILS FOR NEW ALBUM ‘INFERNUM IN TERRA’First Single “Believe In Something (You Are Lost)” coming May 28th! A Pale Horse Named Death have announced their new album ‘Infernum In Terra’ for September 24th, 2021 via Long Branch Records / SPV. ‘Infernum In Terra’ is the fourth studio album by the band led by …

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KING ZEBRA release new single ‘Wall Of Confusion’ (feat. Guernica Mancini)

King Zebra

KING ZEBRA release new single ‘Wall Of Confusion‘ (feat. Guernica Mancini) out now via Crusader Records. Swiss hard rockers KING ZEBRA have released their new single “Wall Of Confusion” via Crusader Records (part of Golden Robot Global Entertainment Group) via all digital platforms. Switzerland has produced some monumental hard rock bands over the years such as Krokus, Gotthard, Shakra – now KING ZEBRA stand proudly …

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Godslave announce new album ‘Positive Aggressive’

Godslave

GODSLAVE are back with Positive Aggressive, an album with a clear concept and a perfect symbiosis of music and message: catchy melodies and pushing thrash metal on the one hand and inspiring lyrics that let you look deep into your soul on the other. One thing is clear: no thrash metal …

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DIM GRAY – new single/video Black Sun (live)

Dim Gray

Oslo-based art-rockers Dim Gray has released Black Sun (live) the new single/video from their upcoming debut album FLOWN, which will be available on 2 x LP and CD formats from 11 June 2021. Dim Gray – Black Sun (live) pre-order links2xLP burningshed.com/dim-gray_flown_vinylCD burningshed.com/dim-gray_flown_cd The digital album is out now from https://dimgraymusic.bandcamp.com/releases Oslo-based art …

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SUFFOCATION + BELPHEGOR | announce new London show date for 2022

SUFFOCATION + BELPHEGOR

SUFFOCATION & BELPHEGOR ANNOUNCE NEW DATE FOR LONDON SHOW ‘EUROPE UNDER BLACK DEATH METAL FIRE’ TOUR 2022 *HATE ADDED TO BILLING New York death metal pioneers Suffocation and diabolic blackened death metallers Belphegor have announced new 2022 dates for their European co-headline tour, Europe Under Black Death Metal Fire II. Polish blasphemers HATE have just been added …

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Ellis Mano Band release new single “The Question”

Ellis

Ellis Mano Band release new single “The Question” featuring Lachy Doley Swiss-based blues-rock band Ellis Mano Band release their second single “The Question”. The single is taken from the band’s forthcoming sophomore album “Ambedo” released Friday, June 25th. Pre-save the single and pre-order the album HERE. “The Question” features a guest appearance from Australian keyboard wiz Lachy Doley on Hammond …

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HEAVEN & EARTH new studio album ‘V’

Heaven & Earth

Hard rock outfit Heaven & Earth return in July with the release of their fifth studio album, the aptly entitled ‘V’. With a line-up that now includes Gianluca Petralia (vocals), Stuart Smith (guitars), Lynn Sorensen (bass), George Barabas (Hammond organ and keyboard) and Simon Wright (drums, percussion), they have become a …

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BLOODSTOCK – 85 days left before BLOODSTOCK 2021

Bloodstock

There’s just 85 days left before BLOODSTOCK and more bands are locking in for 2021! Regrettably, due to the ongoing Covid-19 situation, DIMMU BORGIR has been forced to postpone to 2022, but fear not, we welcome CRADLE OF FILTH onto the bill in their wake. Dimmu’s management tells us, “Due to restrictions and uncertainties regarding international travel and logistics, …

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Storm The Empire set loose new single

RISING METALLERS DETAIL NEW SINGLE & MORE! Canadian-Anglo metal outfit STORM THE EMPIRE are rapidly carving a prominent name for themselves, as they launch out of the underground and aim for the jugular, armed with their hard-hitting new single and video Leap Of Faith, out now – https://youtu.be/c3Bwmewz6W8 . Born in 2019 and coming at …

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MÖTLEY CRÜE SET TO CELEBRATE 40TH ANNIVERSARY WITH SERIES OF SPECIAL CATALOGUE RETROSPECTIVE RELEASES

In November 1981, rock ‘n’ roll legends Mötley Crüe stormed into the cultural zeitgeist with the release of their debut album Too Fast for Love, setting the stage for what would become one of the most iconic careers ever in music. This year, the band is celebrating their 40th Anniversary with a special series of music re-releases and fan activations, revisiting their globally acclaimed catalogue. The first release will be a digital remastering of their smash 1987 album Girls, Girls, Girls.

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BLACKBERRY SMOKE release ‘All Rise Again’, w/guest appearance from Govt Mule’s Warren Haynes

BLACKBERRY SMOKE have released another new song, All Rise Again, taken from their hotly-anticipated seventh studio album, You Hear Georgia, set for release on May 28th via 3 Legged Records/Thirty Tigers. The track features a guest appearance from their friend, Govt Mule's Warren Haynes, who is also seen in the video, laying down his vocal tracks and a slick guitar solo.

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Rainbreakers Premiere video and Announce UK Autumn Tour

Raibreakers

The ever-rising, rock ‘n’ soul-inspired Rainbreakers continue to release impressive new material from their forthcoming second album with their brand-new single ‘Light Me Up’ on Friday 28th May and are delighted to share its brand-new video. Following the highly successful release of their previous single ‘Ashes’ —including a limited-edition vinyl 7-inch— ‘Light Me Up’ will also receive a …

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FLIGHT ATTENDANT – new single ‘Paradise’

Flight Attendant

Nashville’s FLIGHT ATTENDANT is ready for take-off with the release of their new single/video ‘PARADISE’ Flight Attendant is a Nashville based indie band who were making a name for themselves as a live proposition locally before Covid-19 shuttered venues. ‘Paradise’ follows a brace of musically contrasting 2020 singles in the …

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FLOTSAM AND JETSAM release new album ‘Blood In The Water’

FLOTSAM AND JETSAM

FLOTSAM AND JETSAM release the new album ‘Blood In The Water‘ on 4th June, out on AFM Records. FLOTSAM AND JETSAM have seen many of their peers that started at the same time, including Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer and Venom, have their day in the sun. Considered in metal circles as “legendary,” the …

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PARADISE LOST ANNOUNCE ‘OBSIDIAN MOON’ UK TOUR

Paradise Lost

PARADISE LOST ANNOUNCE ‘OBSIDIAN MOON’ UK TOUR FOR FEBRUARY 2022 Following on from the release of their new album ‘Obsidian‘ in May 2020,  PARADISE LOST finally bring their masterpiece live on stage in February 2022. Today, the British gothic metal legends announce their “Obsidian Moon” tour, featuring special guests MOONSPELL. PARADISE LOST frontman Nick Holmes says: “We’re looking forward to …

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THE BLEEDING Releasing ‘Rise Into Nothing’ EP

The Bleeding

UK Death-Thrashers THE BLEEDING Releasing ‘Rise Into Nothing’ EP May 14 UK Death-Thrashers THE BLEEDING return with seven-song EP Rise Into Nothing on May 14. The furious title track, featuring guest vocals from none other than rising black/speed metal star James McBain (Hellripper), is streaming with a vengeance. THE BLEEDING – Rise Into Nothing …

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LACUNA COIL ANNOUNCES NEW LIVE ALBUM ‘LIVE FROM THE APOCALYPSE’

Lacuna Coil

LACUNA COIL ANNOUNCES NEW LIVE ALBUM ‘LIVE FROM THE APOCALYPSE’ AND RELEASES FIRST SINGLE ”BAD THINGS’’ Italian metal giants LACUNA COIL have just announced the release of their new live album, Live From The Apocalypse, set for release on June 25th. LACUNA COIL – Bad Things (LIVE FROM THE APOCALYPSE) Live From The Apocalypse is the …

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Thousand Thoughts release new single ‘Control’

Thousand Thoughts

Thousand Thoughts release new single ‘Control’ alongside limited run of vinyl Control follows up from the bands last track ‘Heads or Tails’, it’s a hard-hitting melodic track that sees the band battle demons that have been in the shadows for years. Gripping and Cathartic, the single was created in the same …

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METAL MASSACRE – Metal Massacre XV

Metal Massacre

In 1982, Metal Blade Records put out its first release: Metal Massacre, a compilation album that included Metallica, Ratt, and many other influential artists. Now, Metal Blade will be releasing Metal Massacre XV on May 21st – and continuing the legacy of the first album – the collection will once again contain a sampling …

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SOUL GRINDER release a new video for the track “Night’s Bane”

Soul Grinder

Bremen-based death metal trio Soul Grinder will release their new EP “Lifeless Obsession” on June 4th. “Night’s Bane (Nyktophobia)” is the first single released from the upcoming EP and features a guest appearance by Nachtgarm (Negator). SOUL GRINDER – Night’s Bane [Nyktophobia] (official video) Tracklist:1. Night’s Bane (Nyktophobia)2. Mercyful Fate3. Terradeformer4. A …

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Prosperina – New Single “Flag”

Prosperina

Prosperina has released the new single and title from their forthcoming album Flag, which is coming out May 21st. You can pre-order the album here.Marrying the intimate with the epic, pop-nous with drone-heft, it’s arguably the album’s magnum opus, a sprawling expanse, brooding and spacey. “It’s the sound of the band really coming …

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MERCUTIO – new single ‘REVOLUTION STATION’

Mercutio

UK based alt-rock trio Mercutio are thrilled to announce the release of their new single, “Revolution Station”, on the 28th May 2021. The single is taken from the band’s forthcoming debut UK album, “Antagonist”, released on the 4th June 2021. The band have also announced themselves as main support on …

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Papa Roach – release Lyric Video “Help (Aelonia Remix)”

Papa Roach

PAPA ROACH KICK OFF MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH WITH NEW LYRIC VIDEO FOR “HELP (AELONIA REMIX)” As multi-platinum rock band PAPA ROACH continue to celebrate the release of their second greatest hits compilation, GREATEST HITS VOL. 2: THE BETTER NOISE YEARS—out now via BETTER NOISE MUSIC—the band have shared a lyric video for “Help (Aelonia Remix),” to celebrate …

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THROAT – official video for Vanilla Cuts

Throat

THROAT release their third album, ‘Smile Less’ on Friday 14 May 2021 and release the offical video for Vanilla Cuts Throat’s third album, ”Smile Less” carries a significantly darker tone compared to the band’s previous output albeit the light at the end of the tunnel has always been dim. While …

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When Rivers Meet Win Four Awards At the 2021 UK Blues Awards

When Rivers

WHEN RIVERS MEET – TRIUMPH AT THE BLUES AWARDS 2021THE FIRST BAND TO WIN FOUR AWARDS IN THE SAME YEAR BLUES BAND OF THE YEARBLUES ALBUM OF THE YEAREMERGING BLUES ARTIST OF THE YEARMOST INSPIRATIONAL ONLINE PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR “WE FLY FREE” AVAILABLE ON CD, VINYL AND DIGITAL British Blues …

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TWISTED ILLUSION DELIVER ANOTHER STUNNER!

Pulling from a comprehensive and expansive array of influences spanning from Queen, Toto andDio toRush, TWISTED ILLUSION have an unrestrained sound that impulsively draws you in. The band will re-release their newly recorded debut album, Temple of Artifice, on Friday 28th May. The enticing prog rockers have revealed their next single, Imitate Me: …

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THE FINAL CLAUSE OF TACITUS SET LOOSE NEW TRACK!

Rising Brit crossover trio THE FINAL CLAUSE OF TACITUS kick on with an explosive new single, I Can’t Talk to You, out now. Watch the video, here – https://youtu.be/VQO2tABKsbA . The cut is lifted from the band’s breath-taking new EP, Asinine Music for the Solemn and Staid, out on Friday …

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FOREIGNWOLF DROP NEW VIDEO

FOREIGNWOLF are making new friends and picking up new fans. The Brit heavy rock crew dispatch hugely satisfyingly burly rock merged with alluring hooks and thunderous riffery. With warm comparisons to Alter Bridge, Alexisonfire, and Deftones, FOREIGNWOLF are poised to rise, and are fully loaded with their stunning new EP, …

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FARGO Release “Gimme That Bone” video

German Hard Rock band FARGO have released "Gimme That Bone" the new single and video from their new studio album "Strangers D'Amour". The video features two special guests: ex FARGO guitar player Hanno Grossmann and Torsten Lüderwaldt on keyboards, well known for his work for the band Fair Warning.

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FRANK TURNER NEW SINGLE – ‘THE GATHERING’

FRANK

FRANK TURNER NEW SINGLE – ‘THE GATHERING’ FEAT. JASON ISBELL AND MUSE’S DOM HOWARD Frank Turner today releases a new single, ‘The Gathering’, out via Xtra Mile Recordings / Polydor Records. His first new music in nearly two years, Turner’s new track features guest appearances from Jason Isbell and Muse’s Dom Howard. ‘The Gathering’ – also the name of Turner’s …

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LUCIFER TO RELEASE 7 INCH SINGLE“GONE WITH THE WIND IS MY LOVE”

LUCIFER

LUCIFER TO RELEASE 7”SINGLE “GONE WITH THE WIND IS MY LOVE” ON JUNE 4TH, 2021PRE-ORDERS AVAILABLE STARTING TODAY Swedish heavy rockers LUCIFER announce their striking rendition of the Northern Soul heartbreak classic “Gone With The Wind Is My Love” by Rita And The Tiaras, which includes a special duet collaboration between Johanna Platow Andersson of LUCIFER and Elin Larsson of BLUES PILLS. “Gone …

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HERMAN FRANK – new video ‘Teutonic Order’

Herman-Frank-band

HERMAN FRANK Premieres Brand New Video ‘Teutonic Order’ From Upcoming Album “Two For A Lie”! Herman Frank, best known as the guitarist of bands such as ACCEPT and VICTORY, has premiered a brand new song and video clip from his upcoming, fifth solo- album, Two For A Lie, which will be out on May …

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MACABRE | release explicit animated music video for track ‘Richard Speck Grew Big Breasts’

MACARBE

RELEASE EXPLICIT ANIMATED MUSIC VIDEO FOR ‘RICHARD SPECK GREW BIG BREASTS’ Chicago legends of murder metal/death metal MACABRE released their demented, heinous bloodbath of an album Carnival Of Killers in November 2020 via Nuclear Blast. Today, the band releases an animated music video for track ‘Richard Speck Grew Big Breasts’.In 1996, award-winning news journalist Bill Kurtis debuted a series on …

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NWOCR reveal album tracklist for ‘NWOCR Volume 1’

NWOCR

NWOCR reveal album tracklist for ‘The Official New Wave Of Classic Rock – Volume 1’ NWOCR reveal album tracklist for ‘The Official New Wave Of Classic Rock – Volume 1’ Following the recent announcement that one of the fastest growing movements in rock music are to release a special edition …

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SEVEN SPIRES brand new single ‘The Cursed Muse’

Seven Spires

Acclaimed US quartet Seven Spires have released a brand new single entitled ‘The Cursed Muse’ today. The song sees the group seamlessly blending their love of heavy, symphonic and black metal into a mesmerising mixture that is fast, furious and catchy. “‘The Cursed Muse’ sees the reintroduction of the exhausted …

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DIM GRAY announce debut album FLOWN

Dim Gray

Oslo-based art-rockers Dim Gray announce debut album FLOWN will be available on 2 x LP and CD formats from 11 June 2021, with four songs, added to the album for its release. The digital album is out now from https://dimgraymusic.bandcamp.com/releases Oslo-based art rockers Dim Gray play melody-driven songs in a …

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BIG CITY – new album ‘Testify X’

Big City

Norwegian melodic metal act BIG CITY Announce new album ‘Testify X’ and release new single Testify Norwegian melodic metal act Big City have signed a multi-album deal with Frontiers Music Srl. Fans of bands such as Firewind, Queensrÿche, Magnus Karlsson’s Free Fall, Europe and Fair Warning will await the upcoming …

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CROWNE release new single ‘Perceval’

CROWNE

The new Swedish melodic rock supergroup Crowne have just released ‘Perceval’, the third single from their forthcoming debut album, ‘Kings In The North’. It follows the songs ‘Sharoline’ and ‘Mad World’. Crowne is comprised of Alexander Strandell (vocals – Art Nation), Jona Tee (guitar, keyboards, producer – H.E.A.T), John Levén (bass …

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HARDLINE: ‘Heart, Mind And Soul’ – new album

Hardline

Melodic hard rock act Hardline has announced the release of their brand new studio album, ‘Heart, Mind And Soul’, on 9th July via Frontiers Music Srl. “This album is a true reflection of who we are and what we care about,” states lead vocalist Johnny Gioeli. “I’m always amazed, despite what some …

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Mike Ross Releases ‘Driftwood (Acoustic)’

Mike Ross

Mike Ross Releases ‘Driftwood (Acoustic)’:  the Slide Guitar-rich Single & Video from His Forthcoming Solo Album Mike Ross is a man with many a string to his musical bow, as a composer, performer and producer. His forthcoming new solo album ably demonstrates that range, virtuosity and attention to detail, and …

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TROY REDFERN – announces new single and album ‘The Fire Cosmic’

Troy Redfern

British slide guitarist and singer-songwriter, Troy Redfern, dubbed by the British press as “the King of slide guitar,” will release his new single Waiting For Your Love on Friday, May 21st. The single is taken from his forthcoming album …The Fire Cosmic! released by RED7 Records on Friday, August 6th.   Watch the trailer for the single: Troy Redfern …

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EVIL SCARECROW added to Bloodstock 2021

Evil Scarecrow

EVIL SCARECROW will headline the Sophie Lancaster stage at Bloodstock 2021 on Sunday 15th August 2021, after Judas Priest’s set on the Ronnie James Dio Stage. Check out the announcement video here:  EVIL SCARECROW – Message to the Bloodstock Fans We are delighted to be returning to Bloodstock, which we will …

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TWILIGHT FORCE – DEBUT HEADLINE TOUR ‘MAGICAL MYSTICAL TOUR 2021’

Twlight Force Tour

TWILIGHT FORCE ANNOUNCE NEW DATES FOR DEBUT HEADLINE TOUR ‘MAGICAL MYSTICAL TOUR 2021’WITH SPECIAL GUESTS CYHRA Swedish adventure metallers Twilight Force are pleased to announce some new dates for their first-ever headline tour. The aptly named ‘Magical Mystical Tour 2021’ will now take place this coming October with special guests Cyhra, plus support coming from Silver Bullet. …

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HEATHEN | announce Twitch fan Q&A this Friday May 7th

Heathen

HEATHEN ANNOUNCE TWITCH FAN Q&A THIS FRIDAY MAY 7TH @ 8 PM UK TIMETwitch.tv/NuclearBlast Heathen released their highly anticipated latest studio album Empire Of The Blind in autumn 2020 via Nuclear Blast. Today, the band announces they will be hosting a Twitch fan Q&A on May 7th.Join the band on the Nuclear Blast Twitch this Friday at 8 PM UK …

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FEAR FACTORY | announce new album Aggression Continuum

Fear Factory

FEAR FACTORY | announce new album Aggression Continuum + release single/video ‘Disruptor Industrial-tinged extreme metal pioneers FEAR FACTORY are proud to announce that their tenth studio album, Aggression Continuum, will be released on June 18th via Nuclear Blast, just in time for the band’s 30th anniversary. Today, FEAR FACTORY offers fans the first preview of the album with the music video …

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Wednesday 13 RELEASES NEW EP ”NECROPHAZE – ANTIDOTE”

aNTIDOTE

Wednesday 13 RELEASES NEW EP ‘NECROPHAZE – ANTIDOTE’ OUT NOW The Duke of Spook and his devilish ghouls, WEDNESDAY 13, has returned from the crypt to release a new digital EP titled Necrophaze – Antidote that’s out today from Nuclear Blast. The EP features rare and unreleased music from recording sessions for his latest …

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TRAGEDY to Release Metal-Meets-Disco Favorites Collection

TRAGEDY-

NYC Tribute Heroes TRAGEDY to Release Metal-Meets-Disco Favorites Collection, Disco Balls to the Wall, out July 30, 2021, via Napalm Records Prepare your air guitars and get the party started with the hottest metal tribute to The Bee Gees and beyond: TRAGEDY! The New York based cover song reinventors are set to release a …

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Cancel The Transmission drop new single

CANCEL THE TRANSMISSION serve up thumping rock thrusts and engaging hooks with burly muscular riffs. The South Wales rockers have been tearing up a storm since their inception, and the buoyant quartet are now planning their attack to break out with their spanking new single, Rise Again, which is out now.

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King King announce The Damn Truth as specials guests February 2022 UK Tour

king king

King King announce The Damn Truth as specials guests on their February 2022 UK Tour Celebrated Canadian rock and roll band The Damn Truth are pleased to announce they will be special guests on King King’s February 2022 UK Tour. Tickets are available from www.kingking.co.uk. The nine-date tour starts at York’s  Grand Opera House on February 10, 2022 and …

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EMPYRE – Self Aware (acoustic) album out now!!

EMPYRE

3 TIMES ‘CLASSIC ROCK TRACK OF THE WEEK’ WINNERS EMPYRE, CELEBRATE THE RELEASE OF SELF AWARE (ACOUSTIC) AND ANNOUNCE MORE THAN 20 LIVE DATES FOR 2021 Today Empyre – acknowledged as one of the hardest working bands during lockdown – release the accomplished and acclaimed acoustic album The Other Side. The Other Side totals …

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Cannibal Corpse: Violence Unimagined

Cannibal Corpse

Cannibal Corpse’s fifteenth hellish opus ‘Violence Unimagined’ death metal played with passion and breathless precision The title tells you everything you need to know about Cannibal Corpse’s fifteenth hellish opus Violence Unimagined. Comprised of eleven tracks, it is a state of the art death metal played with passion and breathless precision, …

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GILBY CLARKE| The Gospel Truth

Gilby Clarke

GILBY CLARKE releases new album ‘The Gospel Truth’ and shares video teaser, out now via Golden Robot Records. Check out the teaser for ‘The Gospel Truth‘ here: https://youtu.be/n4mY98P-aS4 GILBY CLARKE has finally released his first new solo album in nearly two decades via Golden Robot Records! Gilby’s new album The Gospel Truth is full of fist-pumping rock ‘n’ roll …

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JIZZY PEARL’S LOVE/HATE new single ‘Soul Mama’

Jizzy Pearl

JIZZY PEARL’S LOVE/HATE presents the first single off his new Golden Robot release! ‘Soul Mama’ is set for release on 14th May on all digital platforms.  ‘Soul Mama’ is a rockin’-sockin’, hard-hitting rock anthem in the tradition of AC/DC and Led Zeppelin. The track is from Pearl’s upcoming sixth solo record, HELL, CA, due for release in 2022. He is known for …

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ANTHRAX | announces 40th-anniversary celebrations

Anthrax

ANNOUNCES 40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS FRIENDS, MUSICIANS AND FORMER MEMBERS TO CONTRIBUTE TO 11-WEEK VIDEO TESTIMONIAL SERIES – LAUNCHING 3RD MAYCELEBRATORY LIVE STREAM TO TAKE PLACE ON JULY 16THW/ DEEP CUTS SETLIST CHECK OUT THE ANNIVERSARY TRAILER  ANTHRAX ANNOUNCES 40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS One of The Big Four turns the big 4-0 this year, …

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Darkthrone announce new studio album ‘Eternal Hails’

Darkthrone

Norwegian legends Darkthrone have announced details on their new album ‘Eternal Hails’ which is set for release on 25th June via Peaceville As John Peel once said of The Fall, “Always different, always the same,” so too one could say the same of Darkthrone. Things change, times change, people change, and …

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CHALICE OF SIN: ‘Chalice Of Sin’ – debut album

Chalice Of Sin

CHALICE OF SIN: ‘Chalice Of Sin’ – debut album by new heavy metal act fronted by vocalist Wade Black (Crimson Glory, Seven Witches, Leatherwolf) Chalice Of Sin is a sensational new heavy metal machine masterminded by vocalist Wade Black (Crimson Glory, Seven Witches, Leatherwolf), who hooked up with powerhouse producer …

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MAJESTIC DOWNFALL’s highly anticipated sixth album, Aorta

Majestic Downfall

On May 21st, PERSONAL RECORDS is proud to present MAJESTIC DOWNFALL’s highly anticipated sixth album, Aorta. One of the leading doom-death bands in Latin America with full exposure in the international underground, MAJESTIC DOWNFALL started as a one-man doom journey in August 2006. The idea was to recapture the feeling of …

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Gastric Phantasm – self-titled debut demo on cassette tape

Gastric Phantasm

BLOOD HARVEST RECORDS is proud to present GASTRIC PHANTASM’s striking self-titled debut demo on cassette tape format. A brand-new formation hailing from Denver, Colorado, GASTRIC PHANTASM are almost too-perfectly named: their sound reeks of rot and drips with sewage, yet interestingly emits an atmospheric side. The power-trio self-titled public debut …

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Against Evil new single/video End of the Line

Against Evil

India’s Heavy Metal force Against Evil release their first single & video The Sound of Violence from their upcoming album End of the Line. The album will be out May 14th via German/Swiss-based record label Doc Gator Records in Europe and independently the rest of the world. The sound of Against Evil is best described as Heavy …

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CADAVERIC INCUBATOR second album ‘Nightmare Necropolis’

CADAVERIC

HELLS HEADBANGERS is proud to present CADAVERIC INCUBATOR’s highly anticipated second album, Nightmare Necropolis, on CD, vinyl LP, and cassette tape formats. You want total death? Then TOTAL DEATH is what you get! Enter CADAVERIC INCUBATOR’s Nightmare Necropolis…if you dare! CADAVERIC INCUBATOR “Necropolis” Comprising veterans of the Finnish underground, CADAVERIC INCUBATOR’s history …

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THUNDERMOTHER release new video for single ‘You Can’t Handle Me’

Thundermother

THUNDERMOTHER release new video for single ‘You Can’t Handle Me’, album ‘Heat Wave Deluxe Edition’ 2CD to be released 21st May on AFM Records. On top of that, THUNDERMOTHER is playing the “biggest smallest concert” at Olympiastadion Berlin – this is THE live event in May, probably of the year! Check out the video …

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L.A. GUNS: ‘Cocked & Loaded Live’ – new live album

LA Guns

L.A. GUNS: ‘Cocked & Loaded Live ‘ – new live album by revered US hard rock act out 09.07.21 (Frontiers) L.A. Guns, featuring Phil Lewis and Tracii Guns, has announced the release of a new live album. As its title implies, it celebrates the band’s much-loved second album, ‘Cocked & Loaded’, …

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Adarrak debut album – Ex Oriente Lux

Adarrak

Singapore-based Death Metal newcomers ADARRAK will release debut album Ex Oriente Lux May 27 on Satanath Records (physical) and Blood Blast Distribution (digital). On Ex Oriente Lux, ADARRAK showcases a mixture of established (Headcrusher, Norse, The Amenta, Dispiteous, Sol de Sangre, Somnium Nox) and emerging musicians that are both local and global. The album boasts guest appearances …

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SHOTGUN MISTRESS – Bleed Me Out

Shotgun Mistress

Melbourne based rock band SHOTGUN MISTRESS are set to release their first track for 2021, ‘Bleed Me Out’ on 3rd May via Crusader Records. ‘Bleed Me Out’ is an explosive dose of pure indie contemporary hard rock that reaffirms the band’s trademark style. After a year of remarkable chart and radio play gains, the Mistress has solidified its …

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Dr. Feelgood – ‘Singles (The U.A. Years+)’ on vinyl

Dr. Feelgood Singles (The U.A. Years+) The 1989 best-of to be released on black double-LP and on special edition unique recycled double-LP available exclusively at Dig! Released 11 June 2021 Pre-order now from: https://lnk.to/DrFeelgood_TheUAYears Dr. Feelgood’s best-of – ‘Singles (The U.A. Years)’ – is to be remanufactured and reissued on vinyl for …

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STATUS QUO announce brand new live dates!

AEG Presents are delighted to announce that Britain's best-loved rockers STATUS QUO are coming back to reclaim their position on the live circuit – with a brand new tour. The 'Out Out Quoing' UK & Eire Spring Tour in 2022 will visit 14 venues before the band head out into Europe.

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INTERLOPER | release animated music video for album title track ‘Search Party’

Interloper

Progressive heavy metal band ​Interloper has returned to present their debut, full-length album Search Party which will be released on June 11th via Nuclear Blast Records. Today, the band releases a music video for their second single and album title track ‘Search Party’. Watch the animated music video created by Tony Simone of Zen Beast Media, here:  INTERLOPER – Search Party …

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GYPSY PISTOLEROS – new single ‘The Name’s Django!’!

Gypsy Pistoleros

GYPSY PISTOLEROS announce the release of the new single ‘The Name’s Django!’! And announce new record deal with ‘Off yer Rocka’ Recordings The amazing Gypsy Pistoleros have not only released a brand new video but are the newest members of the Off Yer Rocka label family.  Dubbed The World’s Greatest …

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SAVE THE NOIZE release new single/video

Save The Noize

Save The Noize is a charity project started by the glam rock band Velvet Insane and Rasmus Harnesk Wiklund (Hard Rock For Fan podcast, Veritas). Watch the video collaboration of the charity single ‘SAVE THE NOIZE’: Save The Noize (Official Music Video) Save The Noize is a modern and socially …

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BODOM AFTER MIDNIGHT reveal ‘Payback’s A Bitch’ Visualizer video

Bodom

BODOM AFTER MIDNIGHT reveal ‘Payback’s A Bitch’ Visualizer video and their highly-anticipated three-track EP, ‘Paint the Sky with Blood’ BODOM AFTER MIDNIGHT have released their highly-anticipated three-track EP, Paint the Sky with Blood, via Napalm Records. Today was meant to celebrate the manifestation of a brand new metal era for BODOM AFTER MIDNIGHT, but …

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EMILY WOLFE new single ‘Something Better’

Emily Wolfe

EMILY WOLFE: ‘Something Better’ – new single by US singer-songwriter and acclaimed guitarist Emily Wolfe is an Austin, Texas based singer-songwriter and guitarist who has spent the last few years making a name for herself as an electrifying, live rock solo artist. Described as the sonic merging of PJ Harvey …

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LEAGUE OF LIGHTS release new single ‘Persephone’

League

League Of Lights are an electronic prog-pop duo comprised of Farrah and Richard West. Their third and most accomplished album to date, ‘Dreamers Don’t Come Down’ is an outstanding collection of songs that is redolent in places of early ’80s synth pioneers like John Foxx, as well as ’00s exponents …

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Jaime Kyle Shares Her Single ‘Untangled’

Jaime

”The Goddess of Hard Rock” Jaime Kyle shares her wistful, melodic single ‘Untangled’ Multi-award-winning, multi-platinum Jaime Kyle shares the video for her wistful, melodic single ‘Untangled’. ‘Untangled’ is a standalone release, separate from Jaime’s eagerly-awaited, forthcoming album, which she’s recording and honing with her multi-faceted talents as singer, songwriter and producer right now.  …

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Twisted Illusion release another firecracker….

UNSTOPPABLE BRITISH PROGSTERS CONTINUE THEIR INSURGENCE WITH A NEW SINGLE & MORE! Drawing from a broad and sprawling melting pot of influences ranging from Queen, Toto andDio toRush, TWISTED ILLUSION have an expansive sound that instinctively draws in any listener. The band will re-release their newly recorded debut album, Temple of Artifice, on …

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TRUCKER DIABLO new single and video ‘Slow Dance’

TRUCKER DIABLO release their new single and video ‘Slow Dance’ from their upcoming new album ‘Tail End Of A Hurricane‘ is released on 7th May 2021 Check out the video here:  SlowDance TRUCKER DIABLO release their new single ‘Slow Dance’ from the forthcoming album “Tail End of a Hurricane”. A song about undeniable attraction and …

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Go Ahead And Die: second single ‘Toxic Freedom’

Go Ahead and Die

Arizona’s Go Ahead And Die are raw and unrelenting; their self-titled debut album will be released on June 11th via Nuclear Blast Records. Today they’ve released an animated music video for their second single ‘Toxic Freedom’. Watch the video created by Costin Chioreanu here: GO AHEAD AND DIE – Toxic Freedom (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO) Pre-order the album: www.nuclearblast.com/goaheadanddiePre-save the album: https://bfan.link/go-ahead-and-dieMax Cavalera comments, “‘Toxic …

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JOE BONAMASSA announces new live album

Joe Bonamassa

BLUES ROCK STAR JOE BONAMASSA SET TO RELEASE GROUNDBREAKING LIVE PERFORMANCE FROM NASHVILLE’S LANDMARK VENUE “NOW SERVING: ROYAL TEA – LIVE FROM THE RYMAN” RELEASED JUNE 11, 2021 BY PROVOGUE/MASCOT LABEL GROUP AVAILABLE on CD, DVD, BLU-RAY AND DOUBLE LP CLEAR VINYL PRE-ORDER NOW HERE FEATURING AN INTRO BY JEFF DANIELSINCLUDES 12 LIVE …

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BLOODSTOCK announces 7 more bands

Bloodstock

SIXTEEN WEEKENDS ‘TIL BLOODSTOCK… Hot on the heels of JUDAS PRIEST confirming that their Sunday headline slot at BLOODSTOCK this summer will now be their only European performance this year, let the excitement for the metal party of the year continue to rev up with another 7 bands joining them on the bill…  VENOM PRISON is …

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GENUS ORDINIS DEI reveal “Abjuration” music video

Genus ordinis

Visionary death metal oracles GENUS ORDINIS DEI reveal “Abjuration” music video (Episode 8/10 from Glare Of Deliverance mini-series) Symphonic death metal pioneers Genus Ordinis Dei have just released the eighth music video entitled “Abjuration” from their critically acclaimed & highly praised concept album entitled Glare Of Deliverance. The video was directed by Steve Saints. In this episode, The Cross …

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THE WILDHEARTS announce ’21st Century Love Songs

The Wildhearts

The Wildhearts are proud to announce the release of 21st Century Love Songs, their brand new full-length studio album on September 3rd through Graphite Records.  21st Century Love Songs is the follow up to Renaissance Men, their highest charting album since 1994’s P.H.U.Q, which debuted at number 11. “Renaissance Men reminded me of our first album, Earth …

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