Concert Reviews
In Concert: The Dead Daisies
by Emma Jenkins— Guest Columnist — 13 Sept 2024 at Rock City in Nottingham, UK Support – The Bites, The Treatment It is early, Rock City is still only half full but opening band The […]
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AD INFINITUM Reveal Gripping New Single “Follow me Down” | New Album, ‘Abyss,’ Out Now
AD INFINITUM New Album, ‘Abyss,’ Out Now via Napalm Records Europe & UK Tour Supporting KAMELOT is About To Begin – First Shows Already Sold Out! “The new bearers of hope for modern melodic metal.” […]
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GRAVE DIGGER Release new single & video “Kingdom Of Skulls” from upcoming album “Bone Collector”
In the year 2025 the German metal institution celebrates its 45th anniversary. Founded in 1980 in Gladbeck/Germany, they set out to conquer the world. Who would have thought that 45 years later Grave Digger would be one […]
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METAL ALLEGIANCE ANNOUNCE ANNUAL ANAHEIM SHOW
METAL ALLEGIANCE is entering their second decade together, and unlike most other metal supergroups or collaborations, Metal Allegiance continues stronger – and heavier – than ever. Beginning as a celebration of heavy metal, Metal Allegiance is powered by the almost tribal […]
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Casandra’s Crossing | Garden of Earthly Delights
by John Kindred— Publisher — George Lynch (Dokken, Lynch Mob, The End Machine, KXM) continues his musical journey. Having reached his 70th birthday he shows no signs of slowing down. And for his next project, […]
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CASANDRA’S CROSSING New Album ‘Garden of Earthly Delights’Out October 25th
CASANDRA’S CROSSING— the New Musical Alliance of Guitar LegendGeorge Lynch & powerhouse singer Casandra Carson —New Album ‘Garden of Earthly Delights’Out October 25th via Frontiers Music SrlPre-Order HERE Introducing CASANDRA’S CROSSING! This new musical alliance between […]
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NIGHT LASER Share New Video for “Travelers In Time”
New Album ‘Call Me What You Want’ Out Now on Steamhammer/SPV Order HERE! Every great Sleaze Metal album needs a power ballad, and Hamburg’s Hair Metal virtuosos NIGHT LASER wholeheartedly agree. With four albums under […]
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IZZY REIGN releases a cover of Rob Zombie’s ‘Living Dead Girl’, out now on FiXT
It’s no secret that Izzy Reign is a big fan of the spooky season, with her cover of “This Is Halloween” from The Nightmare Before Christmas being one of the most used versions on Tik Tok. She’s […]
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FANS OF THE DARK NEW ALBUM “VIDEO” OUT NOW VIA FRONTIERS MUSIC SRL
Fans Of The Dark have released their new studio album, “Video”, on October 11th, 2024 via Frontiers Music Srl. The new single and accompanying video “The Wall” are also out now. Watch the official video […]
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Rainbow | Live in Munich 1977 2CD + DVD SET
by John Kindred— Publisher — Mercury Studios has released Rainbow: Live In Munich 1977 as a Special Edition 2CD+DVD package, previously released in 2006 as separate releases now offered as one cohesive unit. On October 20, 1977, Rainbow, following […]
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Silent Rage Frontman Jesse Damon Unleashes “Anthology” Ltd. Edition CD
Jesse Damon, the iconic vocalist and guitarist of AOR rockers Silent Rage, is thrilled to announce the release of his highly anticipated compilation, “Anthology.” This strictly limited edition CD-only release features 12 of the best […]
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The Darkness Announce New Album “Dreams On Toast” Out March 28th
Legends of rock, UK multi-platinum selling band THE DARKNESS – singer/guitarist Justin Hawkins, guitarist Dan Hawkins, bassist Frankie Poullain, drummer Rufus Taylor – have returned to bedazzle and amaze once more as they serve up their eighth studio album Dreams On […]
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RATT OUT OF THE CELLAR 40th ANNIVERSARY EDITION OUT ON OCTOBER 25th
INCLUDES AN UNRELEASED TRACK FROM THE ORIGINAL SESSIONS! PRE-ORDER HERE BMG, in partnership with Rhino Entertainment, announces the release of ‘Out Of The Cellar’ 40th Anniversary, celebrating RATT’s massively successful first studio album with Limited […]
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Ode to the Wordsmith: Derric Smith Miller
By John Kindred — Publisher & Friend — In his own words – “Horror & rock and roll writer, www.hardrockhaven.net. All views my own, especially the skewed ones.” – Derric Smith Miller On Tuesday September […]
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FROZEN CROWN Reveals Energetic Title Track “War Hearts” + Official Music Video | Watch HERE!
New Album, ‘War Hearts’, out October 18, 2024 via Napalm Records | Pre-Order HERE! European Tour Kicking Off in October! Rising Italian power metal outfit FROZEN CROWN has unveiled the guitar-driven title track “War Hearts” […]
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British Alt Metal Unit DEFENCES Drops Title Track for New Album ‘Shadowlight’
Future alternative metal greats DEFENCES have released the title track off their upcoming album ‘Shadowlight’, out November 8 via Long Branch Records. “This song talks retrospectively about the process of exploring your inner darkness,” comments […]
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Thrash Metal Frontrunners FLOTSAM AND JETSAM Celebrate New Record Release, “I Am The Weapon”
Out Now On AFM Records! In an increasingly fast-paced world that appears to be interested only in the latest innovations, FLOTSAM AND JETSAM continue to be the proverbial rock in turbulent waters. For almost forty years, the […]
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Rising Glam Rock Stars BOBBIE DAZZLE Release New Single “Merry-Go-Round” + Music Video
BOBBIE DAZZLE is a dynamic and vibrant glam rock band brought to life by multi-talented singer Siân Greenway. Conceived as a creative outlet for Greenway during a difficult time, BOBBIE DAZZLE is an explosion of glitter, infectious riffs, and guaranteed good […]
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BROTHERS OF METAL release new single ‘Nanna’s Fate’, out now, new album ‘Fimbulvinter’ out 1st November on AFM Records
BROTHERS OF METAL release new single ‘Nanna’s Fate‘, out now, new album ‘Fimbulvinter‘ out 1st November on AFM Records. Watch here: BROTHERS OF METAL Unleash Epic New Video Single ‘Nanna’s Fate’ From Upcoming Album ‘Fimbulvinter’ November 1, […]
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Portland-based Metal Duo QARINAH Announces New Single 8/23/24 and Upcoming EP, Due out 9/13/24
The metal duo QARINAH is releasing their single “Not For Sale” on August 23rd. The accompanying lyric video will go live the same day. This is their third single after their debut, “Hell or High Water” and […]
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CASANDRA’S CROSSING feat. George Lynch & Casandra Carson Shares First Single “Stranger”
— the New Musical Alliance of Guitar Legend George Lynch & powerhouse singer Casandra Carson — Shares First Single “Stranger” New Album ‘Garden of Earthly Delights‘ Out October 25th via Frontiers Music Srl Pre-Order HERE Introducing CASANDRA’S […]
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THE DEAD DAISIES NEW SINGLE “I’M GONNA RIDE”, PRE ORDER LIGHT ‘EM UP ALBUM AHEAD OF UK & EU TOURS
The Dead Daisies are back with their brand of solid straight-ahead rock that is leaving fans eager with anticipation for the new album and tour dates!! The band recently lit up the US on the […]
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FAST EDDIE CLARKE ANNOUNCES FOUR CD CAREER RETROSPECTIVE AND 320 PAGE BOOK WITH BMG
MAKE MY DAY: THE ROCK ‘N’ ROLL STORY OF FAST EDDIE CLARKE FOUR-CD CAREER RETROSPECTIVE AND 320 PAGE BOOK OF THE ICONIC MOTORHEAD GUITARIST BY KRIS NEEDS TO BE RELEASED SEPTEMBER 6th VIA BMG PRE-ORDER HERE AND […]
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CLASSIC ROCKERS THE SWEET RETURN WITH NEW SINGLE/VIDEO, “LITTLE MIRACLE”
One of the most instantly recognizable – and successful – rock bands of the ’70s was The Sweet, who scored a string of hit albums and singles due to their highly melodic and anthemic sound […]
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Mr. Big | Ten
By Derric Miller — Managing Editor— Mr. Big is a long-standing enigma in Hard Rock. The musicianship puts them up with Winger, but their pop-sensibility stands apart. This is mainly due to singer Eric Martin, […]
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The Rods | Rattle the Cage
by Derric Miller— Managing Editor — The Rods just pummel you. You’ll understand hearing Rattle the Cage the first time. Such a weird mix of musicians. Bassist Villano is not always tied to music this […]
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‘A RISING FORCE’ returns with their 3rd Album titled “Truth” due August 9th, 2024 On Darkstar/Sony/Universal
A Rising Force is an all-original Minnesota rock act that signed their initial record deal with the HighVolMusic Label in December of 2020 in the middle of the covid pandemic. Their debut CD ‘Undertow’ was […]
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Silent Tiger | Twist of Fate
by Mike Debbage— Guest Columnist — For those of you that may not be familiar with this band, Silent Tiger is the brainchild of songwriter, guitarist Jean Funes with the album Twist Of Fate being […]
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Crossbone Skully – Releases New Single “Everyone’s On Dope”
“Life’s a trip, and everyone’s on something…some just choose a different kind of dope. I choose hope!” – CROSSBONE SKULLY frontman TOMMY HENRIKSEN CROSSBONE SKULLY have today (July 19) unleashed a new track from their eagerly anticipated debut […]
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UKs When They Riot Channel the Disorienting Haze of Quarter-Life Angst in the Grunge Rock Anthem “Bedlam”
On their latest single “Bedlam”, When They Riot confront the raw, unsettling emotions that often accompany the quarter-life crisis. Grappling with feelings of restlessness, self-doubt, and the desperate need to break free, the track’s emotive, […]
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CONQUEST RELEASE NEW SINGLE/LYRIC VIDEO, “CELTIC MIST”
Veteran Midwest metallists Conquest returned with their latest album, and have just unleashed their latest single and lyric video from it, “Celtic Mist.” View the lyric video here: Concerning the new single/video, the group’s singer […]
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D-A-D Premieres “The Ghost” Lyric Video Of New Album ‘Speed Of Darkness’!
After Danish hard rock act, D-A-D, has announced their brand new album, entitled ‘Speed Of Darkness‘, and following not one but two, previously-released singles ‘The Ghost‘ and ‘1st, 2nd & 3rd‘, the band is now premiering a lyric […]
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SEVEN SPIRES Shares New Single “Portrait of Us” + Music Video
SEVEN SPIRES shares “Portrait of Us,” the fourth single from their new studio album ‘A Fortress Called Home‘ out today via Frontiers Music Srl. The track is accompanied by a new music video which is available below. […]
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MOGGS MOTEL – new band feat. UFO singer Phil Mogg signs with SPV/Steamhammer
UFO fans, watch out! Anyone who’d feared over the past two years that UFO frontman Phil Mogg, one of the most influential rock vocalists worldwide, would disappear completely from the scene after the demise of his band, […]
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SLASH to Livestream Performance from The Mission Ballroom in Denver
SLASH to Livestream Performance from The Mission Ballroom in Denver on Veeps as Part of S.E.R.P.E.N.T. Blues Festival Join the Legendary Guitarist and His Blues Band for an Exclusive Global Performance and Support Charitable Causes […]
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QUESTING BEAST Debut Album BIRTH Out Now
New England Power Doom Band QUESTING BEAST Debut Album Birth Out Now Featuring Chase Bryant of Warbringer, recorded at Mad Oak Studios in Allston, MA, mixed and Produced by Benny Grotto, mastered by Dave Otero Questing Beast shares “We’re […]
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VERTICAL HORIZON Celebrates 25th Anniversary Of Multi-Platinum ‘Everything You Want’ Album
Back in 1999, VERTICAL HORIZON had the album everyone wanted and June 15 marks the 25th anniversary of their multi-Platinum EVERYTHING YOU WANT, which features the smash hits “Everything You Want,” “The Best I Ever Had (Grey […]
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Eynomia | Sea of Tears
by John Kindred— Publisher — At long last, the sophomore release from Symphonic Metal band Eynomia has arrived. Following up 2018s Break Free, guitarist Chris Bickley (Christine Ohlman band, Thunderhead) and vocalist Phyllis Rutter return […]
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Stadium Rock 80s August 3rd & 4th 2024
The Mayor has officially proclaimed August 1st to 7th as “80s Week” in Louisville, Ky! In celebration, the Stadium Rock 80s festival will take place, now recognized as the largest all-80s rock festival in the […]
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FLOTSAM AND JETSAM Unleash “Primal” Video Single From Upcoming, New Album “I Am The Weapon”!
Iconic thrashers FLOTSAM AND JETSAM have revealed a new track as well as more details alongside the cover artwork of their upcoming, new studio album “I Am The Weapon”! Slated for a September 13, 2024-release via AFM Records, the pre-sale for […]
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CACTUS Releases the Single Parchman Farm Featuring Special Guests Joe Bonamassa & Billy Sheehan
Carmine Appice Rebuilds Legendary Rock Band CACTUS With Powerful New ALL-STAR Album TEMPLE OF BLUES- INFLUENCES & FRIENDS Cactus have released a new single “Parchman Farm” featuring special guests Joe Bonamassa & Billy Sheehan. The […]
Concert Reviews
Skid Row with Lzzy Hale Riverside Rock Iowa
by Gary Dean Ash— Videographer — Iconic American Rock band, Skid Row, made a recent stop at Riverside Casino & Golf Resort Event Center in Riverside, Iowa. The band’s current lineup now includes Lzzy Hale, […]
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Crossbone Skully Release New Single/Video “Money, Sex or God” Out Today
IT ALL COMES DOWN TO “MONEY, SEX, OR GOD” IN CROSSBONE SKULLY’S LATEST TRACK OUT TODAY, MAY 10, VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC WATCH THE ‘MONEY, SEX, OR GOD’ MUSIC VIDEO FEATURING BAND’S LIVE LINEUPPREMIERING VIA […]
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JINJER Releases Poignant Live Video For Hit Track “Home Back”!
JINJER Releases Poignant Live Video for Gripping Hit Track “Home Back”Watch HERE Cut from their First Official Live DVD/BluRay, Live in Los Angeles, out this Friday, May 17 via Napalm Records | Get Your Copy NOW JINJER, Ukraine’s most […]
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senses Releases New Single “no fun” LA-Based Pop-Rock Band
LA-based pop rock duo senses are back stronger than ever with their latest single, “no fun” — listen HERE. Serving as the band’s second single of the year, “no fun” is a pop-punk confessional track […]
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Seven Spires Release New Single & Video ‘The Old Hurt Of Being Left Behind’ From Upcoming Album ‘A Fortress Called Home’
SEVEN SPIRES Shares New Single “The Old Hurt of Being Left Behind” + Music Video Watch HERE New Album ‘A Fortress Called Home’ Out June 21, 2024, via Frontiers Music Srl Pre-Order HERE Today, SEVEN SPIRES shares “The Old Hurt of Being […]
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Vain | Disintegrate Together
by Derric Miller — Managing Editor— There are some ’80s bands that never really got their due. Vain leads that pack. They were/are the best Hard Rock band of their somewhat overlooked brethren. Still at […]
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Irish Folk / Celtic Rock Band JOLLY JACKERS Release New Album ‘Welcome to the Grind’!
Irish Folk/Celtic Rock band JOLLY JACKERS unveiled their latest masterpiece, Welcome to the Grind,” now available on all major platforms since April 26, 2024. With spirited melodies and electrifying rhythms, they invite listeners on an unforgettable journey through the […]
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MARTY FRIEDMAN Announces New Album ‘Drama’ Out May 17, 2024 via Frontiers Music
MARTY FRIEDMAN`s presence in the world of music, the world of guitar, and Japanese pop culture is mystifying, bizarre, and nothing short of inspiring. From his groundbreaking beginnings with Cacophony, alongside the legendary Jason Becker, to his […]
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India’s Heavy Metal Pioneers KRYPTOS “Electrify” With Brand New Video Single Of Upcoming Album “Decimator”!
India’s heavy metal powerhouse KRYPTOS strike back with their furious, new studio album Decimator via AFM Records. The album pre-sale is available at https://kryptos.bfan.link/decimator, watch the band’s latest music video for their new single “Electrify” now premiering below! Decimator continues where the band left of […]
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Wildstreet’s New EP ‘Wildstreet IV’, and “The Road” Single + Music Video, Out Worldwide Now!
Wildstreet released their new EP IV on April 26th via Golden Robot Records and Beyond Agency. The EP includes “The Road,” a previously unreleased single and music video. Wildstreet frontman, songwriter Eric Jayk described the “The Road” as “the most personal and autobiographical song he has ever written.” […]
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Cave | Out of the Cave
by Derric Miller — Managing Editor— There are few Metal singers today as Ronny Munroe. “Singer” not vocalist, because if you sing/tour with TSO and can also steamroll as the former voice of Metal Church, […]
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AD INFINITUM Surprises with Explosive New Song “Outer Space” Watch the Thrilling Official Music Video
Fast-rising modern metal unit AD INFINITUM sets the stage for a brand-new chapter in the band’s history with their new single, “Outer Space”, out now on all streaming services worldwide. “Outer Space” arrives with a visually palpable music video that […]
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ALICE COOPER RE-RELEASES BREADCRUMBS + BONUS TRACKS
Available today, April 26, as CD edition including bonus tracks: Breadcrumbs by Alice Cooper, the release that initiated the success of the album Detroit Stories. Inspired by the rebellious energy of the late ’60s and early ’70s punk scene, […]
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HAMMERFALL ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM AVENGE THE FALLENFOR AUGUST
HAMMERFALL proudly announce their 13th studio album Avenge The Fallen, which will be released on August 9th via Nuclear Blast Records. That’s right, less than a year after taking the final bow of the “United Forces” tour, the quintet of guitarist Oscar […]
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British band The Empty Page to release their new record Imploding
For ‘Imploding’ the band worked with producer Morton Kong and for the first time found themselves with the luxury of not having to rush the recording process and took full advantage of the creative space, […]
Concert Reviews
In Concert: Rival Sons
by Marija Brettle— Senior Columnist — 09 June 2024 at the Oxford’s O2 Academy Venue in Oxford, England Californian blues-rockers Rival Sons, open their UK tour with intimate show at Oxford’s O2 Academy Venue and tonight’s is […]
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In Concert: TOTO
by Jerry Watson— Guest Photojournalist — April 12, 2024 at the Stiefel Theater in Salina, KS What do you do when you’re on the road opening for Journey but have some free time? You get […]
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In Concert: Peter Frampton
by Ashleigh McDaniel — Guest Photojournalist — April 5, 2024 at the Midland Theater in Kansas City, MO Peter Frampton stopped in Kansas City for his 2024 Never EVER Say Never Tour for Spring 2024! Celebrating […]
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In Concert: Steve Hackett
by Jerry Watson— Guest Photojournalist — April 3rd, 2024 at The Uptown Theater in Kansas City, MO Steve Hackett Genesis Revisited 2024 North America Tour | FOXTROT at FIFTY + HACKETT HIGHLIGHTS Steve Hackett and […]
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Michael A. Ruelas | Angels and Demons
by John Kindred— Publisher — Angles and Demons is the latest instrumental EP release from shredder Michael A. Ruelas. The EP features the blissful explorations of Ruelas, whose musical endeavors reach back to 1989 when […]
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North Sea Echoes | Really Good Terrible Things
by Derric Miller — Managing Editor— Ray Alder and Jim Matheos, of Fates Warning fame, can do no wrong. Regardless if they work together or on their various projects, it’s all gold. So what did […]
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THE REAL KING OF THE SUNSET STRIP IS BACK WITH THE LATEST FROM SHARK ISLAND
MEMENTO MORI – LIVE ON THE STRIP DROPS ON MAY 17TH THROUGH DEKO ENTERTAINMENT, “PARIS CALLING” STREAMING EVERYWHERE NOW Richard Black was once known as the “King of the Sunset Strip” and Shark Island was […]
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Lastworld | Beautiful Illusion
by Mike Debbage— Guest Columnist — LastWorld came to the attention of the general public by way of their impressive debut album Time released less than 5 years ago on Melodic Rock Records. With the […]
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RED VOODOO DROP THEIR LATEST SINGLE “STYLE,” SET TO RELEASE THEIR SAMMY HAGAR ENDORSED SELF-TITLED DEBUT EP JUNE 7TH!
Red Voodoo is breaking out on the scene with their electric stage presence, polished harmonies, and classic but fresh new take on rock ‘n’ roll. Based out of Sacramento, CA, the group has been playing […]
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VISIONS OF ATLANTIS Announces New Album, “PIRATES II – ARMADA”, out July 5, 2024 via Napalm Records
VISIONS OF ATLANTIS Announces New Album, PIRATES II – ARMADA, out July 5, 2024 via Napalm Records | Pre-Order NOW! On Extended US Tour in April/May and European Tour in Fall! [Photo by Robert Eikelpoth / Photo […]
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Billy Morrison, Ozzy Osbourne & Steve Stevens Drop “CRACK COCAINE”
Billy Morrison’s latest release, “Crack Cocaine,” unveils a riveting collaboration with legendary icons Ozzy Osbourne and Steve Stevens. This electrifying track serves as the second single from Morrison’s highly anticipated solo album, The Morrison Project, slated for release on April 19, 2024, […]
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Ukraine Metal Band Kraamola Release Idol
The Ukraine band, Kraamola, recently released their new album Idol available on all digital platforms. This album is a result of the band’s work over the last 5 years. During this period few guitar players […]
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Australian Hard Rockers TAROT Release New Single, “Leshy’s Warning”
Australian Hard Rockers Tarot have released “Leshy’s Warning,” the second single from forthcoming album, Glimpse of the Dawn. Check it out on the Cruz Del Sur Music YouTube Channel: Glimpse of the Dawn, the band’s first album for Cruz Del Sur […]
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Z2 at WonderCon: Legendary Bruce Dickinson Panel Discussion!
Legendary Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson is set for his first appearance at a US Comic Convention next week at WonderCon for a panel discussion on his debut comic book series, Bruce Dickinson’s The Mandrake Project! Be sure to […]
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VK LYNNE Releases New Single “There is Nothing” feat. Joel Hoekstra/Marco Pastorino
VK Lynne, renowned for her work with stOrk and The Spider Accomplice, releases the third single from her new solo record , The Spider Queen, today, March 22, 2024. This latest release, “There is Nothing,” written by VK Lynne delves deep into the realm of […]
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Killer Queen – The Show Must Go On
by Jerry Watson— Guest Photojournalist — February 29, 2024 at Stiefel Theater in Salina, KS UK’s Killer Queen featuring Patrick Myers hit the Stiefel Theater stage in Salina, KS Feb 29, 2024. They are one […]
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Judas Priest | Invincible Shield
by Dan Skiba— Guest Columnist — Celebrating 50 years (holy crap!) since the release of their first album, Rocka Rolla, on the tiny Gull Records Label, Judas Priest has defied all odds and continues to […]
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Symphonic Prog-Metal outfit Eynomia releasing 1st single from new album
Mirror Image Music Group is releasing “Jeckyll & Hyde,” the first single Eynomia’s second album, Sea of Tears on March 22. The CD release of the album will include a 12-page booklet featuring original artwork to accompany each […]
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NIGHTMARE release new single ‘Saviours Of The Damned’, out now, new album ‘Encrypted’ out 7th June on AFM Records
French heavy metal pioneers NIGHTMARE return with brand new album Encrypted, Music Video for New Single premiering now. French heavy metal pioneers NIGHTMARE have unleashed new details about their upcoming, brand new studio offering entitled Encrypted! The band’s twelfth album […]
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KICKIN VALENTINA release new single & video “Ride Or Die”
About to release their new album, KICKIN VALENTINA shows once again they’re not a band to slow down. “Ride Or Die”, out today, is a plain hard/sleaze rock track, with a steamroller rhythm section, a […]
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“Blues Metal Queen” ANDRY Launches Her Solo Career with Debut Album “Skies”
“Skies is a pedal-to-the-metal banger with eyes on massive, fist-pumping sing-alongs – and who are we to deny her?” – Louder Sound/ Metal Hammer UK Former runner-up on The Voice of Greece and front-woman on […]
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THE GEMS Celebrate International Women’s Day Early by Releasing an Official Music Video for “Queens”
THE GEMS Celebrate International Women’s Day Early by Releasing an Official Music Video for “Queens”, Today! | Watch HERE Order the Debut Album, Phoenix, NOW The New Band Featuring ex-Thundermother Members Guernica Mancini, Emlee Johansson & Mona “Demona” Lindgren Today, THE GEMS are […]
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IVORY TOWER Premiere “Heavy Ride” Music Video From Upcoming Album!
Power Prog Metal Act IVORY TOWER Premieres “Heavy Ride” Music Video From Upcoming, New Album! “Heavy Rain” due out this March on Massacre Records! [photo: Rainer Hentschke] After German Power Prog Metal Act IVORY TOWER just recently […]
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JUDAS PRIEST RELEASE NEW ALBUM TODAY INVINCIBLE SHIELD
Today, Judas Priest release their hugely anticipated new studio album Invincible Shield, out via Epic Records. Get it HERE.The album is a raging slab of electrifying metal, brought to you by one of the most iconic bands in the world. […]
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Australia’s AARDVARK premiere new track
Aardvark premiere the new track “Fire”. The track is the second to be revealed from the band’s highly anticipated debut album, Tough Love, set for international release on March 15th via Dying Victims Productions. Hear Aardvark‘s “Fire” in its entirety exclusively: Not to be confused with […]
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HELLOWEEN – sign contract with Reigning Phoenix Music; new studio album announced
Hamberg (Germany), Los Angeles (California), February 2024 – Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM) announces the signing of legendary power metal institution HELLOWEEN for their upcoming studio album! Since their formation in 1984 and the spectacular reunion […]
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Melodic Metal band Abandon All releases new EP Strong!
“Strong-EP” is Abandon All’s compelling follow-up to their debut album, “Far Away” (2023). It explores empowering themes, celebrating friendship, and navigating toxic relationships. With faster, more direct tracks, Abandon All maintains their distinctive sound, delivering […]
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Classless Act Releases New Track “Toxic,” Announces Spring Tour
Los Angeles provocateurs Classless Act have a special gift for all the music lovers this Valentine’s Day—a cover of “Toxic,” Britney Spears’ classic heart stomper. HEAR IT HERE Says the band of the song: “We grew up listening to the original tune […]
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NOCTURNA New Album -Of Sorcery And Darkness- to be release April 2024 – drop new video ‘Seven Sins’
After the success of the 2022 mesmerizing debut album “Daughters Of The Night” – which mixed gothic-symphonic and power metal elements, alternating between fast & heavy neck breaking episodes and intense, piano-oriented ballads – Nocturna […]
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Blind Channel is back with Exit Emotions release date 3/1
Blind Channel enthusiastically describes their music as “violent pop.” One listen to their bombastic and melodic nü-metal revival reveals the Finnish band delivers on that promise. Already a sensation in Europe and the United Kingdom, Finland’s […]
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BLOODBOUND Announces “The Tales of Nosferatu – Two Decades of Blood (2004 – 2024)” Anniversary Live Album & Blu-Ray!
2024 marks twenty years of BLOODBOUND. Twenty years in which the Swedish power metal export has left a lasting impression on fans and the worldwide metal scene. The band can call ten studio albums their own, […]
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Modern Symphonic Metal Force TEMPERANCE Unleashes Official Music Video for “Full of Memories”
Order Latest Album, Hermitage – Daruma’s Eyes Pt. 2, NOW! European Tour with Label Mates SERENITY Starts Next Week! Italian maestros of modern melodic/symphonic metal TEMPERANCE have unveiled a brand-new music video for their rousing track “Full […]
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Symphonic Prog-Metal outfit Eynomia release video ‘Raise Your Voice’ from 2018 debut
On February 16, Mirror Image Records is reissuing Eynomia’s 2018 debut album, Break Free on CD, as a digital download and via streaming platforms. The reissue will include one bonus song, “Raise Your Voice,” an anthemic, upbeat […]
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Freakshow | So Shall It Be
by Dan Skiba — Guest Columnist — Freakshow is a supergroup headed up by Ronnie Borchert (aka Markus Allen Christopher), the leader of an outstanding Hard Rock band called M!SS CRAZY. Freakshow originally started out […]
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TAILGUNNER – welcome new drummer Jani Pasanen; to support U.D.O. and RIOT (V) this spring
After setting European club stages ablaze and receiving accolades from press worldwide, including the number one spot of Fistful Of Metal magazine’s 2023 album chart with their debut album »Guns For Hire,« the time has come for UK based heavy metal […]
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SICK N’ BEAUTIFUL Announces Explosive Return with “My Wounds” Single Release & European Tour
Sci-Fi alt-metallers SICK N’ BEAUTIFUL are set to make a triumphant comeback with their latest single, “My Wounds” out today via Frontiers Records. The band’s fervently awaited single, accompanied by an electrifying video, will coincide […]
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CROSSBONE SKULLY PARTNERS WITH ERNIE BOCH JR. FOR SUBARU OF NEW ENGLAND TV CAMPAIGN
CROSSBONE SKULLY—the powerful new rock group led by mastermind Tommy Henriksen, guitarist and musical director for Alice Cooper’s band & member of Hollywood Vampires—are thrilled to announce a partnership with acclaimed businessman Ernie Boch Jr., […]
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MISERY Share Second Single, “Out of My Hands” From New Album
Indianapolis, Indiana. Pasadena, Texas, rockers MISERY has shared “Out of My Hands,” the second single from their NEW ‘Out of My Hand’s’ album. You can now watch the official lyric video for the track below: […]
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SECOND SHOOTER UNVEIL DEBUT FULL-LENGTH FURY MADE FLESH + ANNOUNCE JANUARY 2024 TOUR
Extreme metallists Second Shooter are readying the release of their latest effort – a brutal full-length debut entitled Fury Made Flesh, which arrives on January 19, 2024 via Into Records. The culmination of five years […]
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Herc Unveiling “Of Light and Darkness” Audio Visualizer’s Playlist on YouTube!
Exciting news from the realms of Herc! We’re thrilled to announce the launch of a special YouTube playlist, showcasing the audio-visual wonders of our latest album, “Of Light and Darkness.” This playlist is not just […]
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NOTURNALL: Brand New Single and Music Video by the Brazilian Legend!
Brazilian prog powerhouse NOTURNALL: Brand new music video Shadows (Walking Through), And a two track single feat. Mike Portnoy! Ah, the sense of traveling, on the road and in the air! The ease of life […]
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RIOT (V): US Heavy Metal Legends Release New Video/Single, “Feel The Fire”
Today, legendary US heavy metal outfit RIOT (V) quenches the thirst of fans fervently awaiting the release of their new studio album, Mean Streets, which is due out on April 12th via Atomic Fire Records, […]
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ALTERIUM release new single ‘Crossroads Inn’ new album ‘Of War And Flames’ out 8th March on AFM Records
ALTERIUM, the new Italian power metal quintet led by Nicoletta Rosellini (ex. Kalidia, Walk in Darkness), release their much-awaited, first full-length studio album entitled “Of War And Flames” via AFM Records. The pre-sale is available […]
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Molly D’Ago Releases New Single “Someone Just Like You” via Wake Up! Music Rocks
Soaring music sensation Molly D’Ago is set to enchant audiences with her latest single, “Someone Just Like You.” Written by Molly D’Ago and Myles Clayborne (Music), and Molly D’Ago and Alex Rhodes (Lyrics), the track […]
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Enemy of Fate Releases Showstopping Cover of Rock Classic “Breath”
Based in Sacramento, California, female-fronted alternative new metal band Enemy of Fate has released their new single “Breath” today January 26th. Led by vocal extraordinaire and singer/songwriter Tiffany Fabiani, Enemy of Fate follows up the […]
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German Power Metal Titans MASTERPLAN Return With Brand New Song “Rise Again”!
German Power Metal Titans MASTERPLAN Return With Brand New Song “Rise Again”! Soon on Tour in Europe with FIREWIND! German power metal titans MASTERPLAN, who will not only embark on an extensive European tour with […]
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MĀLAMA MAUI: Music Photography From Lahaina by Photographer Sarah Sharaf-Eldien Available Now
An elegant and impactful, new, coffee-table book titled MĀLAMA MAUI: Music Photography from Lahaina, featuring unique, vivid photographs of rock music icons and musicians from Maui, Hawai’i, including Mick Fleetwood (Fleetwood Mac), Sammy Hagar (Van […]
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DORO RELEASES SINGLE OF METALLICA’S ‘THE FOUR HORSEMEN´
DORO has prepared a special New Year´s gift for her fans and is excited to announce the digital release of the cover of METALLICA’s classic ´The Four Horsemen´! This track will also be included on […]
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ANDRZEJ CITOWICZ Release Explosive Single ‘Turn To Stone’ from Upcoming Album “Hive of Weirdness”
Polish Cairo-Based Guitarist/Songwriter ANDRZEJ CITOWICZ And His CITOVITZ AND THE FIREFLIES OF FEBRUARY Release New Explosive Single ‘Turn To Stone’ from Upcoming Album “Hive of Weirdness” Respected former recording artist for Down Boys Records, ANDRZEJ […]
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PLUSH Releases New EP ‘Find The Beautiful’
Two years ago, Plush emerged on the rock scene with its dynamic, self-titled debut album. “The mission of Plush is to bring the heart of rock back to the mainstream with a new, fresh spin on the sounds you […]
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RUSSELL / GUNS New Album ‘Medusa’ Out Now via Frontiers Music
RUSSELL / GUNS marks the beginning of a fresh artistic partnership between two legendary figures of Los Angeles hard rock: Jack Russell and Tracii Guns. Now, accompanied by Johnny Martin, Shane Fitzgibbon and Alexandro del Vecchio, the pair have released a new studio […]
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Powerhouse Supergroup THE END MACHINE Announces New Album ‘The Quantum Phase’
New Album ‘The Quantum Phase’ Set for Release on March 8th, 2024 Pre-Order HERE 2024 launches with a bang thanks to the announcement of ‘The Quantum Phase‘, the highly anticipated new record from supergroup THE END MACHINE. The announcement […]
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W.A.S.P. – The 7 Savage: 1984-1992 – 2ND EDITION Announcement
Due to huge demand from the public a second edition of the W.A.S.P. Deluxe 8LP Boxset from their ‘Capitol Years’ is being released on March 8, 2024 on Madfish. Eddie Trunk – “The WASP 7 […]
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ILLUMISHADE Drops New Single “Cloudreader” + Official Music Video
Featuring Fabienne Erni & Jonas Wolf of ELUVEITIE, Drops New Single “Cloudreader” + Official Music Video New Album, ‘Another Side of You’, Out February 16, 2024 via Napalm Records — Pre-Order NOW! Swiss modern metal […]
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EXIT EDEN Unveils New Single and Original Composition “Femme Fatale” & Official Music Video
New Album, Femmes Fatales, out this Friday, January 12, 2024 via Napalm Records | Pre-Order NOW! Symphonic metal unit EXIT EDEN, consisting of Clémentine Delauney (Visions of Atlantis), Anna Brunner (League of Distortion) and Marina La Torraca (Phantom Elite), […]
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Elettra Storm Release ‘Redemption’, 2nd single from the album ‘Powerlords’ – release date 2/16
Vengeance is hers! Elettra Storm is the brand new power metal sensation: featuring the talented and gorgeous Crystal Emiliani on vocals and supported by top-notch musicians, the band’s debut album is a glorious 100% power […]
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THE CULT COMMENCE THEIR 40th ANNIVERSARY WITH A PERFORMANCE AND INTERVIEW ON THE HOWARD STERN SHOW
The Cult commence their 40th anniversary with an exclusive interview and performance on the Jan. 12 episode of The Howard Stern Show (listen via Sirius XM’s Howard 101 channel at 7 pm eastern/pacific). The date holds […]
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Symphonic Prog-Metal outfit Eynomia re-release 2018 with bonus track
On February 16, Mirror Image Records is reissuing Eynomia’s 2018 debut album, Break Free on CD, as a digital download and via streaming platforms. Break Free revolves around the dramatic vocals of Phyllis Rutter and Chris Bickley’s powerfully […]
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BRUCE DICKINSON’S THE MANDRAKE PROJECT #1
BRUCE DICKINSON’S THE MANDRAKE PROJECT #1 Over the last decade, IRON MAIDEN vocalist BRUCE DICKINSON has crafted the story behind THE MANDRAKE PROJECT, a 12-issue limited series epic saga of opposing forces battling to use the powers of science and […]
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Shadow Eden’s | Skunkworx
by John Kindred— Publisher — Shadow Eden is a Progressive Rock instrumental group led by David Mercado. The band’s most recent release was 2015’s Perpetual Motion featured the late Randy Coven and Kenny Lane. Eight […]