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Chevelle 12 Bloody Spies album cove
Today, multi-platinum, acclaimed alternative rock band Chevelle have announced a new album, 12 Bloody Spies: B-Sides and Rarities, compiling sought-after B-Sides and rarities from 2002-2016, now remastered on one brand new collection for the very first time. Set for release on October 26, 2018, the album is now available for pre-order via Epic Records. Get it HERE! The album pre-order unlocks the single "Sleep Walking Elite." Originally recorded during the Read more
LEAH press pic
Symphonic/Celtic vocalist LEAH - described affectionately by her fans as "the metal Enya" - recently announced the release of her upcoming full-length album, The Quest, out Friday, October 5. The album features a stronger Celtic and Fantasy connection in comparison to her previous release, Kings & Queens, as well as prog rock elements and ethereal ambiance, combined with traditional symphonic metal elements. The album is available for pre-order HERE Today, Read more
Chimaira - Down Again Doc still
"I have dealt with depression and bipolar for a good part of my life," says Mark Hunter, vocalist for iconic Cleveland, Ohio-based heavy metal band Chimaira. "It's probably safe to say that most Chimaira fans understand that the band's music, lyrics, and live performances were my cathartic outlet." On October 10, 2018 - World Mental Health Day - Mark Hunter will share his personal story about utilizing his art to Read more
Social Distortion - Photo Credit: Rodrigo Izquierdo
Tempe, Ariz. — Social Distortion are no strangers to touring, and after a one and a half months long summer tour and 8 weeks of recuperation, they were back at it again and kicking off their Fall 2018 tour to a sold out Monday at the Marquee Theatre in Tempe. Known for bringing along with them some promising new talent to get the crowd revved up before they make their Read more
Greg Holden & Butch Walker - Photos Credit: Katherine Amy Vega, Kataklizmic Design
PHOENIX — While Journey and Def Leppard were "on fire" at Talking Stick Resort Arena, Butch Walker and opener Greg Holden ignited their own explosive show at Crescent Ballroom just a little more than a mile away. As is often the case, Phoenix was the tour kickoff location of Walker and Holden's tour, and they would thereafter embark on the 17-date "The Last Days of Summer Tour" (2018). While some Read more
PHOENIX — Historic classic rock duo Journey and Def Leppard put on a massively vivacious performance Friday night at their sold-out stop at Talking Stick Resort Arena on the North American tour (2018). It’s been twelve long years since Def Leppard and Journey co-headlined a tour, with rumored signs of an aging sound. On the contrary though, this arena setting was more than fitting, as the show proved to be Read more
Eric Peterson - Dragonlord
Renowned Testament guitarist Eric Peterson recently announced the release of his highly-anticipated new Dragonlord album, entitled Dominion, out September 21, 2018 via Spinefarm Records. The symphonic black/death metal album serves as the long-awaited follow-up to 2005's Black Wings of Destiny, but takes the fantasy and storytelling to a whole new level. Dominion explores themes of darkness owning and influencing these times we now live in, and things that have come Read more
The Faim - Summer is a Curse EP artwork
Los Angeles, CA – The Faim’s debut EP, Summer Is A Curse, is out today! The six-track effort was recorded with the iconic John Feldmann (blink-182, Good Charlotte, All Time Low) and features four brand new songs in addition to smash single, “Summer Is A Curse,” and the band’s latest release, “A Million Stars.” The EP also serves as a prelude to the group’s highly-anticipated first full-length album, slated for Read more
PHOENIX – Scorpions brought the third stop of the North American leg of their “Crazy World Tour” to sizzling Phoenix, with special guests Queensrÿche opening the night. Last year, Scorpions were supposed to “sting” (or delight) fans, but their lead singer Klaus Meine had a laryngitis diagnosis, and was advised by doctors not to sing, resulting in a cancellation of the rest of their tour. The band apologized for missing Read more
Greg Holden
Greg Holden is a British singer-songwriter based in the United States. He is best known for his hit charity single "The Lost Boy", and for co-writing "Home" — the 2012 debut single for American Idol-winner Phillip Phillips. Genre: Rock, Singer-Songwriter Hometown: Born in Aberdeen, Scotland and raised in England Record Label: BMG Twitter  | Facebook | Instagram New Song "On The Run" Out Now “With a fresh Mumford and Sons Read more
Photography by Max Fairclough
LOS ANGELES – Following the release of three massive singles and videos for “Saints Of The Sinners,” “Midland Line,” and “Summer Is A Curse,” The Faim have returned with yet another anthemic track, “A Million Stars.” The song highlights a more pop-leaning, melodic side of the group and features a vibrant chorus paired with frontman Josh Raven’s striking, powerhouse vocals. Listen HERE, and stream/download “A Million Stars” HERE. More Music Videos Read more
Suicidal Tendencies
Heavy music legends Suicidal Tendencies recently announced the upcoming release of their latest album, STill Cyco Punk After All These Years, out September 7, 2018. STill Cyco Punk After All These Years is a re-recording and re-imagining of a Cyco Miko (Mike Muir) solo album recorded in 1995, originally entitled Lost my Brain! (Once Again). The album is an auditory time capsule - a full-on Cyco Punk record taken to Read more
New EP, Thread of Life, out Today New Jersey-based progressive metal quartet Etherius are thrilled to release their remarkable new instrumental progressive metal EP, entitled Thread of Life, today. The impressive new five track offering is available to order now via Amazon, iTunes, and Google Play. You can also stream it now via Spotify. In celebration of today's release, Etherius have revealed a brand new music video for their barnburner track, "March and Defy", filmed/directed/edited by Michael J Adams of Read more
Tilian Pearson
Los Angeles, CA — Dance Gavin Dance frontman, Tilian Pearson, is excited to share his new single, “Cocky,” out today via Rise Records. The track is an upbeat, infectious alt-pop anthem, bound to be a staple on summer playlists. The accompanying music video is also out today, which features Tilian and his love interest on a picturesque road trip throughout San Bernardino and Crestline, California. Watch it HERE. New Album, The Skeptic, Due 9/28 – Available for Read more
OTEP - Photography: Katherine Amy Vega
Mesa, AZ — Award-winning performer, artist, and activist Otep Shamaya rallied fans at Club Red Tuesday night in an impassioned, politically-charged performance. Heavy metal veterans OTEP (the band) [an anagrammatic name derivative of the word “poet”] recently dropped their eighth full-length album entitled Kult 45 via Napalm Records. According to an exclusive interview with Blabbermouth.net, “This is OTEP like you’ve never heard them before.” Along with Kult 45’s highly anticipated Read more
Influential Cleveland, Ohio-based metal pioneers Mushroomhead will release their highly-anticipated upcoming DVD, VOLUME III - a follow up to the widely-acclaimed DVD's Volume 1 (2005) and Volume 2 (2008) - on August 17, 2018 via Megaforce Records. The DVD will feature over 90 minutes of new material - including stunning new music videos, backstage antics, and exclusive never-seen-before content. Pre-orders are available now via Amazon. Get a taste of the high-quality video on VOLUME III via the official video trailer here: Massive Upcoming DVD, VOLUME III, Read more

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