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My Chemical Romance Confirms “The Black Parade 2026” US Tour Dates — Phoenix Show Announced with Jimmy Eat World

September 22, 2025 Katherine Amy Vega 1 Comment

After a weekend of speculation sparked by mysterious billboards in Phoenix and other major cities, the wait is over: My Chemical Romance has officially announced new live dates across North America to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their landmark third album. “The Black Parade 2026” tour will bring the band to stadiums across North America, the UK, and Europe next year.

Among the tour stops is a highly anticipated show in Phoenix, AZ, where My Chemical Romance will perform at Chase Field on September 6, 2026, joined by Jimmy Eat World, a hometown favorite.

The pairing highlights a long-running connection between the two bands, who first toured together in Australia in 2005 and have since appeared on the same lineups at numerous festivals, including multiple years at When We Were Young Festival. Their parallel trajectory underscores a shared legacy in shaping the alternative and emo scenes, and brings added resonance to what promises to be a standout night for Arizona fans.

Tickets for all dates on the “Black Parade 2026” tour go on sale Friday, September 26 at 12:00 pm local time on Ticketmaster.

The announcement confirms what fans suspected when they spotted the cryptic Keposhka glyphs and teaser images on billboards in Phoenix, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York, and Nashville: My Chemical Romance is marching back, bigger than ever.

My Chemical Romance 2026 US Tour Dates

August 09, 2026 – New York, NY – Citi Field – with Franz Ferdinand
August 13, 2026 – Nashville, TN – Nissan Stadium – with Pierce The Veil
August 18, 2026 – Washington, DC – Nationals Park – with Modest Mouse
August 21, 2026 – Detroit, MI – Comerica Park – with Iggy Pop
August 24, 2026 – Minneapolis, MN – Target Field – with Sleater-Kinney
August 27, 2026 – Denver, CO – Coors Field – with The Breeders
August 30, 2026 – San Diego, CA – Petco Park – with Babymetal
September 06, 2026 – Phoenix, AZ – Chase Field – with Jimmy Eat World
September 12, 2026 – San Antonio, TX – Alamodome – with The Mars Volta
October 21, 2026 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Bowl
October 23, 2026 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Bowl
October 24, 2026 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Bowl

Festival Appearances

May 10, 2026 – Daytona Beach, FL – Welcome to Rockville
May 14, 2026 – Columbus, OH – Sonic Temple
September 18, 2026 – Louisville, KY – Louder Than Life

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Mysterious My Chemical Romance Billboards Appear in Phoenix – Fans Speculate More U.S. Dates Ahead

September 19, 2025 Katherine Amy Vega Leave a comment

Phoenix has become one of several U.S. cities to receive cryptic signs from My Chemical Romance. Fans began spotting billboards today near Chase Field and outside Tempe Marketplace, featuring the band’s distinctive Keposhka glyphs.

Spotted in Phoenix!!!
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Meanwhile, in other cities (including Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York City, and Nashville ) fans have captured this signage, as well as teaser billboards with images of the band in their Black Parade uniforms, sparking a wave of speculation across Reddit and fan communities.

For Arizona fans, the excitement is especially intense. My Chemical Romance last performed in Tempe in 2008 at the Tempe Music Festival. A planned return in 2011 was canceled after the band joined The Sound Strike, a coalition of artists boycotting Arizona in protest of the controversial SB 1070 immigration law. That cancellation has made the wait for MCR’s return feel all the more torturous — or expensive, for those who’ve had to travel out of state to see them live.

PHOENIX!
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While no official announcement has been made, the coordinated rollout has many convinced that My Chemical Romance is preparing to unveil more U.S. dates for 2025. The buzz follows hints dropped during the band’s last run of shows that “there was more to come.”

With sightings spanning multiple cities, anticipation is mounting that fans nationwide may soon get their chance to march again.

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MEGG Caps Triumphant Vans Warped Tour Long Beach Set with New ‘IDC’ Video”

August 26, 2025 Katherine Amy Vega Leave a comment

Fresh off the most surreal summer of her career, LA-bred alternative punk artist MEGG caps her Vans Warped Tour run with the release of the music video for her latest single, “IDC.”

Filmed on a shoestring budget and an even tighter schedule, the video channels the rebellious energy of the track into a whirlwind of nostalgia and chaos.

“We pulled this music video off with like zero time or budget and the result is a fast-paced, nostalgic, chaotic ride,” MEGG shares. “It was such a team effort led by Rio Noir—he’s an insane talent. It really is a blast to watch and I think you can feel how much fun we had making it.”

Co-written by Brian Wight, Sophie Shredz, and MEGG, and produced by Wight and Rob Nagelhout, “IDC” is a snarling, anthemic statement piece—equal parts Joan Jett swagger and early Green Day grit. Mixed by Nagelhout and mastered by Grammy-winner John Greenham (Billie Eilish, FINNEAS), the single’s chorus all but dares you not to scream along.

The video’s release arrives just as MEGG wraps an unforgettable Warped Tour experience.

“Being on stage with my best friends at Warped Tour this year was the most insane experience of my life,” MEGG reflects. “My band and I grew up attending this festival when we were kids… to play our music in front of thousands of people as probably the smallest act on the bill… I’m still speechless. Thank you Kevin Lyman and Warped Tour! Grateful is an understatement.”

A graduate of USC’s inaugural Popular Music Performance Program, MEGG has built her reputation on genre-bending songwriting, powerhouse vocals, and a relentless DIY spirit. She’s shared the stage with KISS, The Used, and other rock heavyweights, while headlining iconic Los Angeles venues like Saint Rocke and performing the National Anthem for the Dodgers, LA Galaxy, and LA Sparks.

Now splitting her time between Nashville and her California roots, MEGG is riding the momentum of “IDC” toward her upcoming EP, due this fall. With sand still in her Vans and a middle finger still raised, she’s primed to keep delivering the raw, unfiltered anthems her fans have come to love.

Stream “IDC”: https://ffm.to/idcmegg

Upcoming Shows:

Oct 10 – Los Angeles, CA – Harvard and Stone

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REVIEW: Hot Girl in Hell LØLØ Ignites as Simple Plan Tour Opener in Phoenix (8-14-25)

August 18, 2025 Ali Crimson Leave a comment

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PHOENIX — The night kicked off with a light, Disney-esque melody, possibly a nod to her “Let It Go” cover from Disney’s pop-punk covers album A Whole New Sound. Behind the stage, a whimsical backdrop mirrored her album falling for robots and wishing i was one: a yellow brick road leading to the Emerald City, her name in bold red with yellow trim. A drum crash cut the melody short, and LØLØ bounded onto the stage in a very cute, circa-early-2000s pop-punk-princess look: a cropped argyle spaghetti-strap top, tight black miniskirt, fishnets, and her signature knee-high boots. “Ready to make some noise?!” she shouted, busting into her first song.

The opening song blended the lyric “It was only a kiss” from The Killers’ “Mr. Brightside” with her own “faceplant.” As an opening move, it was brilliant, dropping in one of the most recognizable alt-rock hooks guaranteed the crowd’s attention, even if they weren’t familiar with her music yet.

Smiling, she announced it was her job to warm us up tonight for the legendary bands that raised her — a particularly funny line, considering we were in the desert and it was 100+ degrees outside.

Still, the respect conveyed in her tone showed she knew exactly what it meant to open for beloved pop-punk heavyweights like Simple Plan, Bowling for Soup and 3OH!3 on the “Bigger Than You Think!” tour.

After being part of the lineup for Simple Plan’s 25th anniversary tour, LØLØ will pick back up in November to finish the last leg of her ‘U Turn Me On’ U.S. headline run — which saw all but two shows sell out before pausing in March. See tour dates below.

Her second song, “2 of us”, found her bathed in golden spotlight while her guitarist and drummer played in violet and red shadows. She delivered the raw lines, “Do you think I’m stupid? Do you think I’m dumb? Well maybe I am, ’cause I still pick up…” with the kind of questions anyone who’s been in an endless rough relationship has asked as we answer the phone or text again.

“the devil wears converse” (her newest release) came next, and here she was fully in her element — moving with joyful precision across the stage, trading playful glances with her guitarist, and getting the audience clapping along. She never missed a beat, her live vocals spot-on with her recordings, her movements as expressive on stage as they are in her videos.

By the time she launched into “debbie downer”, the crowd was warming up too. She led a “Hey ho, let’s go” chant, flirty and confident as she playfully stumbled across the stage.

The second chant was a nod to the nostalgically millennial favorite film “Bring It On”, with the famous “It’s Cold in Here” chant while holding a blue pompom that ended with us all being officially inducted into her squad. The audience happily roared back.

The joy she has performing is infectious and obvious in the best way. “hurt less” had the whole crowd squatting down and popping back up on her command, and “u turn me on (but u give me depression)” was a clear highlight. Holding a striking blue-and-white guitar, she admitted the song was written about someone she’d obsessed over who made her “very mentally ill.” The crowd clapped along, and she stood more still here, letting the weight of the song land. At the end, she added, “If you were thinking of someone during that song, maybe take it as a sign to stop.” Solid advice. Just DON’T, per LØLØ.

“DON’T!” follows the same theme of hot, sexy bad-for-you exes — the late-night snacks of connections, filling but not fulfilling. She remained bubbly throughout the entire show, moving freely and animated, never losing her spark. “OMG” stood out as one of her best live numbers, alternating between breathy talk-sing verses reminding me of Taylor Swift and explosive choruses of “I can’t make it stop.” She threw herself into it, as bouncy and energized as the song demanded.

Then came the cover that sealed it: Icona Pop feat. Charli XCX’s “I Love It”, reimagined in her pop-punk style. Jumping, headbanging, leading the sing-along — she lit the room on fire, earning the biggest applause of her set.

Between songs, her banter made her even more likable. With a black guitar slung across her, she talked about her dog Slim (named after Eminem). A particularly fun audience engagement exchange was when she asked if we had exes. “Yes!” shouted the crowd. Then she asked if we had exes we hated. A louder “yes” from the crowd. She responded with a playful, “We all clearly need therapy.” She laughed before joking that it is perfectly healthy to imagine them burning in hell, then launched into the song “hot girls in hell”.

By the end, she gave her band their moment of love, calling for cheers as her guitarist took a solo and her drummer drove the beat behind him. Then, the three of them came together at center stage, bowing and thanking Phoenix for coming — a rare show of appreciation from an opener, underscoring how much it meant to them to play for Phoenix.

LØLØ understood the assignment; she warmed up the crowd with charisma, pop-punk attitude, practiced precision, and just enough chaos to keep it raw. The legacy of pop-punk shone through her endless energy and crowd engagement, channeling the spirit of icons like Paramore and Avril Lavigne. As she opened for some of the most influential bands that helped build the scene, it was refreshing to experience a fun female voice in a sea of predominantly male artists.

Simple Plan, 3OH!3, Bowling for Soup and Phoenix all seemed to embrace the addition of a rising “pop-punk princess,” who left her mark on the desert with a standout set that was entirely her own. If you come out to see this tour and have a great time, LØLØ is an opener you don’t want to miss.

LØLØ’s USA Headline Tour Dates

Buy tickets at itslolomusic.com

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Photographer: Katherine Amy Vega

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ABSINTHE GREEN New Single “BITTERSWEET”

July 25, 2025 Katherine Amy Vega Leave a comment

Absinthe Green Unleashes New Single “Bittersweet” from Upcoming Debut Album Of Love and Pain

Greek alternative metal powerhouse Absinthe Green returns with a gripping new single, “Bittersweet”, a haunting dive into the seductive chaos of passionate love. Serving as the latest preview from their highly anticipated debut album, Of Love and Pain, the track offers an unapologetic exploration of emotional extremes.

Listen to “Bittersweet” now

“Bittersweet” is a raw portrayal of love’s darker side, where heartbreak and ecstasy coexist in a chaotic, addictive bond. The song dives into the emotional extremes of a relationship built on passion, pain, and power struggles, capturing the thrill of intensity even when it’s destructive. With visceral lyrics and a confessional edge, it reflects the allure of losing yourself in something that both consumes and completes you.

Watch the Official Video

A Nøble Nøir production
Directed by Eirini ‘Absinthe Green’
Filmed and edited by Alikistis Terzi

Lyrics: A Taste of “Bittersweet”

In verses like “You can cover me in bruises as you tear me apart” and the recurring refrain “Cause baby we are bittersweet,” the band captures the duality of affection and torment in raw poetic form. The lyrics are unfiltered, emotionally brutal, and speak to the intoxicating push and pull of volatile love. Read the full lyrics below…

Behind the Music

“Bittersweet” was written and arranged by vocalist and guitarist Eirini ‘Absinthe Green’, produced in collaboration with renowned Finnish producer Hiili Hiilesmaa (HIM, The 69 Eyes). It was recorded by Geegor – Abyssal Productions at Vena Cava Studios in Athens, with drums tracked at Bombtrack Studios. The track was mixed and mastered at Coal House Studios in Hämeenlinna, Finland.

Fall UK and European Tour

To support the new release, Absinthe Green has announced select live dates across the UK and Greece.

Islington, UK – September 24 @ Hope & Anchor
Preston, UK – September 25 @ The Ferret
Stockport, UK – September 26 @ The Spinning Top
Brighton, UK – September 27 @ The Pipeline
York, UK – September 28 @ The Fulford Arms
Thessaloniki, GR – October 18 @ Eightball
Athens, GR – December 12 @ Piraeus Academy

Additional show dates to be announced. For updates and tickets, visit absinthegreen.com/#show

About the Band

Absinthe Green started as the solo project of Eirini ‘Absinthe Green’ in Dortmund, Germany, in 2016. The project evolved into a full band after her return to Greece in 2019, joined by Harry Mason on drums, Villy Pirris on bass, and Panos Economakis on guitar.

Described by critics as “a melodic storm of beauty and heartbreak, both ferocious and tender”, the band delivers a bold fusion of alt-metal, hard rock, aggressive guitars, pop elements, and emotionally vulnerable songwriting.

Their debut album, Of Love and Pain, is expected in 2025. It explores duality in human emotion—where destruction meets beauty, and heartbreak becomes transformative.

Also out now: “Give the Devil His Due” featuring Snowy Shaw

Band Members

Eirini ‘Absinthe Green’ – Vocals & Rhythm Guitar
Villy Pirris – Bass
Panos Economakis – Guitar
Harry Mason – Drums

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Featured photo (top) by George ‘Geegor’ Anagnostopoulos

Full “Bittersweet” Lyrics

Somehow you did it, you just woke up the dead

You make me forget the voices in my head

I’ve locked up my heart, thrown away the keys

but you make me feel alive when you’re on your knees

I won’t settle for the sparks I want the sun

You can cover me in bruises as you tear me apart

Throw me deep in your inferno, I am loving the thrill

The flames are growing higher as you head for the kill

But in the end it all seems fine

‘Cause baby we are bittersweet

I don’t want to know the secrets that you keep

You don’t need to say you’re mine

Just lose yourself, let’s feel this pain divine

PLEASURE IS PAIN IS PLEASURE IS PAIN

My mind is a casket for my withering strength

I could live without you though I’m better off dead

I wonder if it’s just your abuse that I miss

but I only feel alive when you’re on your knees

You can’t really hurt me if I hurt myself first

You tried to work your magic but I’m already cursed

Hey little punk, you’ve got to play nice

Because just like death I don’t happen twice

And in the end you’re going to cry…

‘Cause baby we are bittersweet

I don’t want to know the secrets that you keep

You don’t need to say you’re mine

Just lose yourself, let’s feel this pain divine

I ditched you last night and I felt no remorse

Your absence is hurting but your presence is worse

Sometimes I miss you when you’re not around

I want to touch you and feel you but I can’t dig you out

‘Cause baby we are bittersweet

I don’t want to know the secrets that you keep

You don’t need to say you’re mine

Just lose yourself, let’s feel this pain divine

‘Cause baby we are bittersweet

I read in your eyes the secrets that you keep

I just want to know you’re mine

Just lose yourself, let’s feel this pain divine

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Descendents Launch Extensive Reissue Campaign With Iconic 1982 Debut Milo Goes to College

July 23, 2025 Katherine Amy Vega Leave a comment

Out September 19th on LP, CD, and Cassette via Org Music

“A foundational classic of snotty melodic hardcore.” – Stereogum

Few records in punk history have left as massive a footprint as the Descendents’ Milo Goes to College. The 1982 debut fused the aggression of hardcore with catchy hooks, adolescent angst, and unmistakable personality — helping spark an entire genre now known as pop punk. Its influence remains undeniable over four decades later, earning spots on Rolling Stone’s list of the “40 Greatest Punk Albums of All Time,” Spin’s “50 Most Essential Punk Records,” and Pitchfork’s “200 Best Albums of the 1980s.”

Now, Descendents and Org Music are proud to announce the long-awaited reissue of Milo Goes to College, available September 19th on LP, CD, and cassette.

Reclaimed by the band and lovingly restored, this release marks the beginning of an extensive reissue campaign that will include the band’s foundational albums from their early years, originally released on New Alliance and SST Records.

Among them is a stunning limited “Punk Note” edition featuring alternate packaging by John Yates (Stealworks), inspired by the iconic jazz designs of Reid Miles and Francis Wolff. This visual reimagining of punk classics continues the aesthetic series that began with Org Music’s Bad Brains reissues.

The reissue will be available in the following variants:

WIDELY AVAILABLE FORMATS:

Descendents standard Milo Goes to College album art — **Descendents – ‘Milo Goes to College’** standard album art

Black LP
“Grey Matter” LP
Punk Note Edition (black vinyl)
CD
Cassette

LIMITED/EXCLUSIVE VARIANTS:

Descendents punk note Milo Goes to College album art — **Descendents – ‘Milo Goes to College’** punk note album art

Punk Note Edition (silver vinyl) — Org Music exclusive
“Suspended Gold” LP — Descendents Exclusive
Pink LP — Zia Records exclusive
Smoke LP — Rough Trade exclusive
“Statue of Liberty” LP — Going Underground Records & Seasick Records exclusive
Black LP with Exclusive Obi Strip — Celebrated Summer Records
“Coffee” Cassette — Tapehead City exclusive

Order Pre-orders and Variants Here

More classics are on the way. The reissue campaign will continue with I Don’t Want to Grow Up, Enjoy!, ALL, Bonus Fat, and more — each reissued under the band’s own control and vision.

This project isn’t just about nostalgia — it’s about preservation, intention, and giving a new generation access to one of punk’s most influential catalogs.

Listen to the latest Vinyl Guide episode featuring Milo Aukerman & Bill Stevenson: HERE

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Featured photo (top) by Ed Colver

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WE ARE SCIENTISTS Share “The Big One” Off Upcoming Album

July 16, 2025 Katherine Amy Vega Leave a comment

Exploring Collapse and Catharsis with Album Focus Track

Qualifying Miles – Out This Friday via Grönland Records

New York, NY –

“One problem with constantly mining your own personal life for lyrical inspiration is that you sometimes catch yourself experiencing personal interactions through the lens of your own future lyrical depiction of the moment,” says We Are Scientists vocalist and guitarist Keith Murray about the band’s emotionally raw new single, “The Big One.”

He continues: “There’s a scene in Noah Baumbach’s Kicking and Screaming where a couple, fresh out of undergrad, are fighting over who gets to ‘use this material in a story.’ As a referendum on artistic solipsism, it haunts me to this day. I guess ‘The Big One’ is about those moments when things go so awry that that sort of in-the-moment arm’s-length analysis is no longer a possibility. Now you’re just in it. It also has maybe my favorite guitar solo ever, so, yeah.”

“The Big One” is the final preview of Qualifying Miles, the band’s highly anticipated ninth studio album, out this Friday, July 18 via Grönland Records. It follows a trio of emotionally rich singles that capture the band’s sharpened, guitar-forward direction and trademark lyrical wit: the aching, effervescent “Please Don’t Say It,” the shimmering, self-lacerating ballad “I Could Do Much Worse,” and “What You Want Is Gone,” a melancholic mid-tempo stunner paired with a fan-shot tour video that leans into memory, longing, and letting go.

Together, the four singles serve as a proper reintroduction to We Are Scientists: a band reflecting on their past without being trapped by it, chasing an immediacy that feels both familiar and revitalized. The album’s title, Qualifying Miles, plays like a wry nod to the band’s decades-long journey, but there’s no nostalgia for nostalgia’s sake here, this is a collection of songs that crackle with life and gut-punch emotional resonance.

Qualifying Miles is a stripped-down, emotionally expansive record that sees We Are Scientists embracing the ‘90s guitar rock influences that first lit the fuse back in their early Brooklyn days. Tracks like “Dead Letters,” “At The Mall In My Dreams” and “What You Want Is Gone” lean into themes of memory, impermanence, and the haunting weight of lost connections. But there’s levity, too — the band’s self-effacing humor and melodic swagger remain front and center.

Recorded with a “band in a room” ethos and a let-it-rip energy, Qualifying Miles finds longtime duo Keith Murray and Chris Cain pushing themselves toward something looser, louder, and more instinctive than anything they’ve done in years. For a band celebrating 20 years since their breakthrough debut With Love and Squalor, Qualifying Miles doesn’t feel like a victory lap — it feels like the start of something urgent and new.

QUALIFYING MILES – Tracklisting

A Prelude to What
Starry-Eyed
Dead Letters
The Big One
Please Don’t Say It
The Same Mistake
What You Want Is Gone
A Lesson I Never Learned
I Could Do Much Worse
I Already Hate This
The Mall in My Dreams
Promise Me

East Coast North American Tour Dates

We Are Scientists will support the release with an East Coast North American tour this fall, kicking off September 4th in Philadelphia and wrapping September 13th in Toronto.

July 30 – Brooklyn, NYC – Union Pool SOLD OUT
September 4 – Philadelphia, PA – Johnny Brenda’s
September 5 – Amherst, PA – The Drake
September 6 – Baltimore, MD – Ottobar
September 9 – Columbus, OH – Rumba Café
September 10 – Ferndale, MI – The Magic Bag
September 11 – Chicago, IL – Empty Bottle
September 13 – Toronto, ON – Horseshoe Tavern

Listen to “The Big One” now and get ready for Qualifying Miles, out Friday, July 18 via Grönland Records.

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HYPERSONIC Unleash Crushing New Lyric Video “YOU BASTARD” feat. Francesco Paoli

July 10, 2025 Katherine Amy Vega Leave a comment

New single from the album “Kaosmogonia” – Out now via Rockshots Records

Italian symphonic metal band HYPERSONIC push their sound to new extremes with the release of their latest single “You Bastard”, featuring the devastating vocals of Francesco Paoli, frontman of extreme symphonic death metal titans Fleshgod Apocalypse.

Taken from the band’s acclaimed third album Kaosmogonia, “You Bastard” is one of the heaviest and most emotionally charged tracks of the record. Musically, it delivers a relentless barrage of blast beats, crushing guitars, dramatic orchestration and male choir vocals recorded by the prestigious Teatro Massimo Bellini in Catania (Italy). The song dives deep into themes of rage, justice, and despair, portraying a father’s fury and anguish over the violation of his child’s innocence.

The lyrics, written by Emanuele Gangemi, carry a raw emotional intensity, mirrored by the extreme and symphonic arrangements crafted by band founder and drummer Salvo Grasso. The duet between Francesco Paoli and Eleonora Russo brings an explosive contrast between fury and fragility.

“This song is pure chaos and fire. We imagined a desperate and furious father speaking directly to a monster, full of pain, anger, and madness. Having Francesco on vocals was the perfect way to translate that extreme emotional charge into music.” – HYPERSONIC

Stream / Download “Kaosmogonia” now on all digital platforms.

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Hypersonic‘s musical evolution has been shaped by intensive listening, arrangement studies, and a commitment to self-awareness. Their symphonic metal draws influences from various aspects of their lives, resulting in a sound that is rich, dynamic, and wholly their own.

“Kaosmogonia” is a total musical experience deeply connected to Greek philosophy. The title, a fusion of “Kaos” and “Cosmos,” represents the dual nature of humanity—chaotic and ordered. The album explores the interplay between chaos and cosmos, mirroring the Greek understanding of the world.

The album goes beyond the musical realm, delving into the complexities of human emotions, reflections on life, and the impact of historical events. It aims to express the spectrum of human experiences, from restlessness and melancholy to hope and the positive aspects of life.

The lyrics of “Kaosmogonia” were born during a period of historical darkness, reflecting the emotions and challenges faced by humanity. The lockdown served as a catalyst for introspection, inspiring the band to confront human weaknesses such as depression, fears, and unhealthy relationships, while also expressing hope for a better future.

“Kaosmogonia” is not just an album; it’s a musical odyssey that invites metal enthusiasts to explore diverse sonic landscapes, cinematic arrangements, and profound storytelling. The album features Mark Jansen (Epica), Francesco Paoli & Francesco Ferrini (Fleshgod Apocalypse), Emma Zoldan & Nils Courbaron (Sirenia), the male choir from Teatro Massimo Bellini (Catania-Italy) and more. The artwork was created by the renowned graphic designer Heilemania (Epica, Kamelot, Lindemann, Turilli/Lione Rhapsody).

Fans of Epica, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Dimmu Borgir, Nightwish, and Septicflesh will find a rich and diverse sonic experience that goes beyond the genre’s conventions.

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REVIEW: “Wicked” Sing-Along Drag Brunch at Tempe Improv is Spellbinding (04-27-25)

May 6, 2025 Danielle Klun Leave a comment

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Tempe, AZ – The Tempe Improv was the epicenter of vibrant entertainment this past Sunday as the sold-out Wicked Sing-Along Drag Brunch, hosted by the vivacious Espressa Grande, delivered a premium theatre-geek experience where urban witches and wizards crooned along to songs from the runaway musical-turned-cinema phenomenon.

A fusion of musical theatre appreciation and dynamic drag artistry, Grande (not Ariana) and her fabulous trio sauntered and split their way through a two-hour set that also included well-worn hits and deep cuts from the original Broadway production and The Wiz.

From the moment doors opened, a palpable energy filled the venue. Patrons, many adorned in shades of green and glittering ensembles, eagerly anticipated the performance while enjoying brunch offerings from a collectible themed menu and specialty house cocktails like the shimmering “Ruby Slippers”.

The anticipation peaked with the entrance of Espressa Grande, the event’s charismatic host. Possessing a commanding stage presence and a bravado that resonated throughout the Improv, Grande immediately established a lively and engaging rapport with the audience. Her sharp wit and seamless transitions between acts kept the energy levels consistently high.

The brunch featured a lineup of talented drag performers who delivered lip-sync performances and showcased elaborate costuming that paid homage to a menagerie of Oz tunes interspersed with pop favorites. Eddie Broadway kicked-off the performance, delivering a sultry homage to Dr. Dillamond, transitioning to the apt “Throat Goat” by Kim Petras.

From there, Ms. Stella Prince took a turn as Elphaba, passionately delivering a performance of “I’m Not That Girl” before switching it up to fan favorite “Defying Gravity” with a defiant drop of her cape.

Not to be left behind in the wake of the Oz film that has yet to feature her—Rosie C. Savage captivated as dreamy farm girl Dorothy with her The Wiz rendition of “Over the Rainbow.”

The audience eagerly participated in the “sing-along” aspect of the event, passionately belting out iconic tunes such as “What Is This feeling?” and “Popular,” transforming the Improv into a collective chorus of Wicked enthusiasts. These featured numbers were just a taste of the lineup; each queen brought multiple looks and performances, blending Wicked deep cuts with clever, thematically on-point pop hits that kept the crowd engaged and surprised.

Beyond the captivating performances, the event fostered a sense of community and unbridled fun. Espressa Grande’s interactive segments encouraged audience participation, eliciting laughter and creating memorable moments.

The combination of high-caliber drag artistry, audience engagement, and the shared love for Wicked and all things Oz culminated in an afternoon of exuberant entertainment.

The Wicked Sing-Along Drag Brunch, spearheaded by Espressa Grande, proves to be a unique and highly engaging event within the local entertainment scene. Its successful blend of drag performance and interactive sing-along elements offers a refreshing and energetic brunch experience that resonates with a diverse audience.

For those seeking a departure from the conventional brunch outing, this event at the Tempe Improv and Improv family locations presents a compelling option for an afternoon of spirited entertainment. Flip Phone Events maintains a regular rotation at Improv family locations around the Valley—with themes changing every event, guaranteeing fresh concepts and dazzling performances.

But if you missed the magic this time, don’t worry—due to overwhelming demand, the Wicked drag brunch returns to the Tempe Improv on June 8. After all, some themes are just too pop-u-lar to bring down.

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Photographer: Katherine Amy Vega

Spotlight Collections:

(These include additional photos that are not in the main collection below.)

Pre-Show Vibes & Crowd Moments (2 pages)
Espressa Grande | Eddie Broadway |
Stella Prince | Rosie C. Savage

Main Collection

“Wicked” Sing-Along Drag Brunch – Tempe Improv 4-27-25

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Kesha & Scissor Sisters Reveal The T!ts Out Tour

April 3, 2025 Katherine Amy Vega Leave a comment

Multi-Platinum global pop superstar Kesha has announced plans for a milestone North American headline tour – the biggest live run of her already extraordinary career. Newly reunited glam-pop legends Scissor Sisters (Jake Shears, Babydaddy & Del Marquis) join on all dates, marking their first North American tour in over a decade.

Produced by Live Nation and in partnership with Feeld, the dating app for the curious, The Tits Out Tour kicks off July 1 at West Valley City, UT’s Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre and then hits arenas and amphitheaters across the continent through an August 10 finale at Tampa, FL’s MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre. Highlights include Kesha’s first-ever solo headline shows at such world-famous venues as Los Angeles, CA’s Kia Forum (July 5) and New York City’s Madison Square Garden (July 23). Pop disruptor Slayyyter (July 1-July 18) and rising UK artist Rose Gray (July 19-21, July 24-August 10) will also join as support on select dates. Full routing available below.

“The most political thing we can do right now is love. Love ourselves and love each other,” says Kesha. “Americans need to have more safe, consensual sex. Our administration is so disembodied and disconnected. I’m going TITS OUT this summer to bring as much safety, fun, acceptance, love, connection, and celebration to this country because we are just as much the fabric of this FREE nation as anyone else. We will not be quiet, and we will fight through joy! I think it’s time to make LOVE, not content. LOVE, not anger. LOVE, not hatred, and love, not war.

I’m committed to bringing my newfound freedom to a city near you. A celebration is in order. I have partnered with Feeld, a dating app for open-minded people, in order to bring our sexually liberated selves and give us a place to flirt, meet, connect, and dance.

Color-coded options will be available soon, but this summer wear RED if you are single, horny, and down to flirt!

Let’s fight chaos with love, so let’s see how much love we can bring to the summer of 2025.

And along the way, I’m looking for a sugar daddy, so if you bring a tall, hot, single friend, you get extra animal points.

Let’s help each other find some love and connection this summer.

Let’s go tits out!”

Fans can sign up now for access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, April 8 at 10 am (local) at keshaofficial.com and scissorsisters.com. Additional presales will run throughout the week. All remaining tickets will be available through a general onsale on Thursday, April 10 at 10 am (local). For complete details, please visit keshaofficial.com/tour.

“We are stoked to extend our reunion to the US and Canada this summer alongside Kesha,” says Scissor Sisters. “There has always been a bit of anarchy and chaos to both of our live shows – and we can’t wait to bring that ‘anything can happen’ energy across North America again.”

Scissor Sisters | Photo Credit: Kevin Tachman

To celebrate today’s announcement of The Tits Out Tour – which comes amid a recent swirl of cryptic teasers across social media – tonight will see Kesha play a special Boiler Room set in Miami.

Kesha Tour Dates 2025

^ with Slayyyter
# with Rose Gray
† Festival performance

May 29 – Glasgow, UK – House of Kesha @ O2 Academy 1 (SOLD OUT)
May 30 – Manchester, UK – House of Kesha @ Albert Hall (SOLD OUT)
June 1 – London, UK – Mighty Hoopla †
July 1 – West Valley City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre ^
July 3 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre ^
July 5 – Inglewood, CA – Kia Forum ^
July 6 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre ^
July 8 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion * ^
July 10 – The Woodlands, TX – The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion ^
July 12 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre ^
July 13 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre ^
July 15 – Nashville, TN – Ascend Amphitheater ^
July 16 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center ^
July 18 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center ^
July 19 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre #
July 21 – Toronto, ON – Budweiser Stage #
July 23 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
July 24 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center #
July 26 – Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake #
July 28 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center #
July 29 – Philadelphia, PA – TD Pavilion at The Mann #
July 31 – Buffalo, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater #
August 2 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater #
August 3 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek #
August 5 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion #
August 7 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre #
August 9 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre #
August 10 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre #

Kesha’s Community-Minded Initiatives

In the spirit of finding her partner(s), Kesha is teaming up with Feeld, the dating app for the curious, for The Tits Out Tour to empower her fans along their journeys of self-discovery. Both Feeld and Kesha share a commitment to breaking barriers, embracing individuality, and encouraging people to live their truth. This collaboration is an exciting opportunity for Feeld and Kesha to host spaces where being unapologetically yourself is not just celebrated, but encouraged. With Kesha’s fearless attitude and Feeld’s commitment to create a platform for honest connection, their partnership will emphasize the importance of embracing who you truly are.

“I’m beaming with joy to be sharing this journey with Kesha, as we empower humans to find their authenticity,” said Ana Kirova, CEO of Feeld. “Her creativity and the courage in her expression that she carries so lightly have been a true inspiration for us, as they relate so closely with our mission at Feeld. The journey we’ll share this summer will give new worlds for everything we stand for – discovering who you are, living boldly as one’s true self and feeling the joy of freedom to be oneself.”

Additional support for The Tits Out Tour comes from Spot Pet Insurance, one of the fastest growing pet insurance providers in North America. Partnering with the ultimate Mother of Pets, Kesha, Spot Pet Insurance is making pet adoption the real star of the show, by spotlighting local rescues across the tour. This partnership highlights Kesha’s lifelong love of pets and Spot’s mission to help every cat and dog live their longest, healthiest lives. This collaboration realizes both Kesha and Spot Pet Insurance’s belief that every pet deserves a loving home, and every pet parent deserves the peace of mind that pet insurance can offer.

Kesha’s Upcoming Album: .(PERIOD)

The Tits Out Tour heralds the hugely anticipated release of Kesha’s long awaited new album, . (PERIOD), arriving at last Independence Day, Friday, July 4 on her own Kesha Records. Pre-orders/pre-saves are available now.

. (PERIOD) – which arrives exactly one year since Kesha returned on her own terms with 2024’s smash comeback hit, “JOYRIDE” – was first unveiled last month with the premiere of the thrilling new single, “YIPPEE-KI-YAY. (Feat. T-Pain),” available now at all DSPs and streaming services. Produced by Pink Slip (Ava Max, Jason Derulo) and Nova Wav (Rihanna, Beyoncé), the track is joined by an official visualizer, premiering today via YouTube.

LISTEN TO “YIPPEE KIYAY (FEAT. T-PAIN)”
WATCH “YIPPEE KIYAY (FEAT. T-PAIN)” OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO

Kesha’s sixth studio album, . (PERIOD) – yes, it’s just a period. – is an unapologetic, unfiltered declaration of artistic freedom and fearless authenticity from the 2x GRAMMY® Award-nominated pop icon. Conceived, co-produced and co-written by Kesha, the 11-song collection transcends pop norms to create a raw, daring, and intensely personal sonic journey, a defiant act of self-expression that refuses to adhere to expectations or play it safe. More than just a new album, . (PERIOD) is Kesha at her most powerful best, turning her experiences into vibrant, audacious art with a spiked heel at the neck of pop culture.

Among its many exhilarating highlights, . (PERIOD) includes 2024’s aforementioned “JOYRIDE” and the blockbuster “DELUSIONAL,” both available everywhere now. Currently boasting over 103M streams at Spotify alone, “JOYRIDE” proved a true sensation since its Independence Day 2024 release, reaching #6 on Billboard’s “Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles” and “Hot Dance/Electronic Songs” along with the top 30 on “Pop Airplay” and chart success around the world from the UK to New Zealand.

Produced by Zhone and co-written by Kesha, Zhone, and Madison Love, the track marked the triumphant first chapter of a milestone new era for Kesha, celebrating both her long overdue empowerment as an independent artist as well as a powerful sonic evolution following 2023’s critically acclaimed fifth studio album, Gag Order. Along with its popular achievement, “JOYRIDE” has been met by high-profile critical applause from the likes of Rolling Stone,Variety, and Vulture, to name only a few. Perhaps NYLON said it best: “Everything about ‘JOYRIDE’ is a trip…The original glitter-faced party animal of the 2010s is back with a fiery vengeance.”

“JOYRIDE” joined by an equally acclaimed official music video streaming now at YouTube. Directed by Dimitri Basil (Kylie Minogue, Vance Joy), Cooper Roussel (Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Miami Horror), and Laura Gorun (Joywave, Kings of Leon), the high-octane visual received wide-ranging attention from major publications and top online outlets around the globe, including Billboard, Vulture, and Rolling Stone, the latter of which raved, ““Kesha is taking her foot off the brakes and going full-speed ahead on her new video for ‘JOYRIDE.’ The video sees Kesha racing through the desert in a hot red convertible while being chased by a helicopter, gun-toting assassins, and a shirtless dude hell-bent on catching up to the pop diva.”

One of Spotify’s Top 100 Artists with close to 40M monthly listeners, Kesha will further herald the arrival of . (PERIOD) with a number of sold-out “House of Kesha” headline shows and festival dates around the globe, including a top-billed performance at London’s Mighty Hoopla pop extravaganza on June 1. For additional details, please visit keshaofficial.com/tour.

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