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Classic rockers AC/DC have released the official video for their first single "Shot In The Dark" from their brand new album PWRUP that hits record stores on November 13th! https://youtu.be/54LEywabkl4 POWER UP is the long awaited new album from AC/DC, and the band’s 17th studio album. For POWER UP, the band reunited with producer Brendan O’Brien who helmed the double-platinum Black Ice in 2008 and the gold Rock Or Bust in 2014. Charged up for the next decade, AC/DC cut twelve new tracks for the album, proudly maintaining their signature sound and all of its powerful hallmarks. POWER UP was announced with the release of the album’s first single, “Shot In The Dark,” and features the lineup of Angus Young , Brian Johnson , Cliff Williams , Phil Rudd , and Stevie...

Teutonic Thrash Metal Titans Sodom have confirmed the release of their storming 16th studio album ‘Genesis XIX’, on November 27th on Steamhammer / SPV as a Digipak CD (+ poster), double 140 gram black vinyl (with printed inner sleeves) LP, limited edition (2,000) Boxset (including Digi CD, exclusive splatter LP, poster, sticker, mask, patch, flag, hand signed photo card, slip-mat etc.), download and stream. Sodom were formed in 1981 by  bassist / vocalist Tom Angelripper in Altenessen deep in the heart of the Ruhr area, a bleak industrial landscape dominated by the dirty, back-breaking coal mining industry since the mid-19th-century, where the band still rehearse in a tatty rehearsal room to produce their tough-as-nails thrash music. To Tom, it is an important component of his recipe for...

A year has passed since the release of Refused’s fifth full-length album War Music. November 20 will bring a new round of the band's hook-laden, political post-hardcore and punk rock. That's when the new The Malignant Fire EP drops. With the release of the first track "Born On The Outs," anticipation for the latest EP, which includes four new songs and one album track, is starting to build. Listen to and watch the video for "Born On The Outs" here. Covering EDM legends Swedish House Mafia's hit "Greyhound" might seem a bit out of the ordinary. But Refused crafted lyrics for the otherwise instrumental track, and along with the video, have become the architects of the Refused version called "Born On The Outs" in typical, catchy Refused fashion. "Kris has talked about the riff in the Swedish House Mafia song...

It’s been three years since Magnum brought out The Valley Of Tears – The Ballads, a compilation that focused on the British rock act’s quiet, more otherworldly and dreamy side. Three years during which the idea matured to follow this successful release (top 100 of the German album charts) with a companion piece. Dance Of The Black Tattoo has turned into exactly that: a collection of songs that present Magnum exclusively as tough-as-nails rocking and extremely vibrant musicians. What makes this album so special is the fact that Magnum have gone through their impressive archive, looking for rare live cuts and outstanding radio versions and have come up with spirited live recordings and edits that concentrate on the essential components of some of their most accomplished rock numbers. Naturally, guitarist and band mastermind Tony...

o tide fans over during trying times, multi-platinum electronic rock band ORGY has unearthed a never-before-seen video for the track “Spells,” taken from their 2015 Talk Sick EP. Watch the “Spells” video now at https://youtu.be/eub9FP9qPB8. “We just wanted to reach out during these hard times to let you know we haven't forgotten about all of you,” vocalist/founding member Jay Gordon and his ORGY bandmates say. “These times are especially difficult for everyone, not just the music industry. While it's probably for the best, it sure does suck not being able to perform live for all of you. We miss it just as much as you probably do, if not more.” The “Spells” video was directed by Mykyta Samusiev, produced by Anna Tveritina and featuring visual effects, direction and production by Henry Lipatov, and has been on...

German heavy rockers, SAINTED SINNERS, have announced the release of their new album 'Unlocked & Reloaded' on December 4th via El Puerto Records. The new album is the first with new singer Iacopo "Jack" Meille (TYGERS OF PAN TANG) on vocals. The new line-up around Frank Pané (Bonfire) and  Iacopo "Jack" Meille (TYGERS OF PAN TANG) on vocals will definitely not only inspire old fans but also a whole new audience. The individual class of musicians distinguishes the SAINTED SINNERS, which in addition to drummer Berci Hirleman now also includes Rico Bowen (Paul McCartney, Madonna) on bass and Ernesto Ghezzi (Eros Ramazotti, Gotthard) on keyboards. Tracklist: 1. Same ol’ song 2. Standing on top 3. Early light of day 4. 40 years 5. The hammer of the gods 6. Free to be 7. I can’t wait 8. Stone cold sober...

Powerhouse rock 'n' roll band FOZZY announces "Capturing Judas" livestream on Saturday, November 14, 2020 at 9pm EST on Veeps.com. The band will be appearing in its first global live streaming event from Madison Studios in Atlanta, GA. Tickets, tee shirt bundles, and VIP Virtual Meet & Greet packages are on sale now at FOZZY.veeps.com. Additionally, fans who purchase "Capturing Judas" will be able to watch the livestream or watch on demand until November 29th. For more information, visit CapturingJudas.com.   The event, aptly titled "Capturing Judas", is a journey through the bands Judas touring cycle. The pre-show will begin with the special world premiere of FOZZY Across America, filmed October 13, 2017, the day FOZZY celebrated the release of "Judas" by performing 3 shows, in 3 different time zones, on the same day. This 30-minute documentary pulls...

Stephen Pearcy just released a new single called "Night Flight" and it's pretty heavy. Check it out below: https://www.facebook.com/SEPearcy/videos/3846595865370112/ Stephen Pearcy added the following update on his Twitter account: New Stephen Pearcy (his 6th) solo record due 2021 TBA with co-writer, lead guitarist Erik Ferentinos. With all (13) songs written by the pair, Pearcy is finishing working on lyrics. A few songs were written with in mind."

Ricky Warwick (Black Star Riders, Thin Lizzy, The Almighty) has announced today that he will be releasing a brand new studio album, his first since 2015. The new album is titled 'When Life Was Hard And Fast' and will be released on the 19th February through Nuclear Blast. The album's first single 'Fighting Heart' has also been released today and is available on all streaming services right now. You can also watch the video here: https://youtu.be/9g4YESLtSzs Pre-order the album on various formats, including a 2CD Digipack which includes the bonus covers album 'Stairwell Troubadour', now from: https://www.musicglue.com/ricky-warwick/ Ricky comments “Fighting Heart” is a celebration of how music, literature, art and movies can inspire and motivate us on a daily basis. Can these things change the world? Who knows for sure. But I believe that loud guitars and rock...

IRON SAVIOR release their long awaited new single & video 'Our Time Has Come', the first track from upcoming album 'Skycrest', due out on 4th December on AFM Records. https://youtu.be/an6mLfusm08 IRON SAVIOR are about to add another classic to their discography with 'Skycrest'. The fact that Hamburg is not only the "most beautiful city in the world" but also the capital of Powermetal has been well known since the late Eighties. It should also be familiar to any friend of melodic, heavy sounds that IRON SAVIOR, the band around mastermind Piet Sielck, belongs to the the Hanseatic Metal Circus like the Reeperbahn to the Kiez. Founded as a solo project in 1996, Multitalented Sielck, who has established his reputation as both guitarist and producer, has ensured...

INDUSTRIAL ROCK BAND GABRIEL and the APOCALYPSE Release their salacious remix of "Systematic Chaos" with TLG Entertainment/INgrooves. A dialogue of sex, drugs and rock n roll breathe within the framework of war as the symbiotic motion sends itself betwixt the song/remix/video. A full encapsulating blend. This is the "re-breather's" mix work by Rick Stitch Thomas of (Mushroomhead/Ventana) and it is succinctly delicious. "Systematic Chaos" leaves your head swimming and your body grinding as you play it again and again. Gabriel and the Apocalypse are the breed of color that bends the measures time and again. This remix is a clarity marker of GATA and today's headlines - "Systematic Chaos" favors the intrinsic lines drawn around us world-wide. https://youtu.be/NWhuCug9s90 "We've always wanted to do a remix project but never got around to it until now. We...

Blacklight Media Records / Metal Blade Records is proud to welcome War Curse to its worldwide roster! Formed in 2013 in Cincinnati, OH, War Curse unleashed their debut full-length Final Days (Static Tension Recordings / Iron Mouth) in 2015, with media hailing it as "catchy, quick to the point, precisely executed with plenty of shredding solos, and enough punk/hardcore grit to give it a snarling edge" (NineCircles.co). Their sophomore record - 2019's Eradication (Svart Records) - saw the band "confidently mesh their old school values with modern sensibilities, addictively crunchy riffs and infectious song-writing" (TeethOfTheDivine.com). War Curse's upcoming album - and Blacklight Media Records / Metal Blade Records debut - will surely please fans and critics once again upon its release in 2021. Guitarist Justin Roth comments: "It's hard to believe that we made it from the basement to...

Watch the new music video "Nothing Left" via YouTube, stream the single on Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora, Amazon Music, and Deezer. https://youtu.be/wnx5x7yzQdo New full-length album Turning To Ashes out worldwide January 8, 2021. Produced by Justin Rose (Goo Goo Dolls, James Taylor). Pre-Save/Pre-Order at this location. Buffalo NY hard rockers Hearts & Hand Grenades will release their debut full-length album entitled Turning To Ashes on January 8, 2021 via Eclipse Records. The album was produced by Justin Rose (Goo Goo Dolls, James Taylor, Spyro Gyra) at GCR Audio, and the album art was designed by Jeff Balance at 119 Design. Pre-Save / Pre-Order at this location. Turning To Ashes is a hard rockin' energetic debut from upstate New York's hardest working rock band. Fronted by Stephanie Wlosinski on lead vocals and bass guitar, this band is literally exploding with a sharp, edgy sound full of savage riffs and powerfully deep lyrics....

Not all evil is wicked...especially when it comes with a pedigree, is presented in a fantastic bottle, and was curated by a metal band that has a proven track record for choosing some excellent spirits.  Such is the case with Anthrax's "Evil Twin I" and "Evil Twin II," the band's brand new, limited edition, award-winning, high-end Double Cask Ryes.  Only one barrel of each spirit will be produced, yielding 238 numbered bottles for "Evil Twin I" at cask strength of 120.1 proof.  As "Evil Twin II" has not yet been "dumped," the number of bottles and cask strength for it will be announced shortly.  For a Happy Halloween, "Evil Twin I" is available to order starting today at Mash and Grape, and, if ordered before 10/23, delivery can be expected...

NEW SONG OUT NOW! “The Revolution Starts Now” is a powerful, uplifting anthem of unity. It’s an incitement to think higher than polarization and derision.” – Ann Wilson https://youtu.be/CjSXkO4RXEE

Uncle Al Wants YOU To Vote! Ministry Releases New “Git Up, Get Out ‘N Vote” Video & Plans Surprises For The Next 2 Tuesdays Leading Up To Election Day Tuesday, November 3 https://youtu.be/u7nWhgQTiUs Al Jourgensen Encourages Fans To Get Ready With The Fully Endorsed “Soundtrack To Your Election” Playlist Featuring His Personal Picks & Ministry Anthems Including Songs From 2018’s AmeriKKKant That Take On New Relevance With only 14 days left until one of the most important elections in American history, Ministry’s Al Jourgensen is encouraging fans to “Git Up, Get Out ‘N Vote” by whatever means necessary ahead of the November 3 deadline. Today, Ministry releases a brand-new video to spread the message, using the music and lyrics from the notorious song that originally appeared on the band’s...

Tony Lewis’ official website has posted the following statement regarding his death: It is with great sadness and sorrow to announce that Tony Lewis has unexpectedly passed away. He was a beautiful soul who touched so many lives with his love, his spirit, and his music. He loved his fans dearly and enjoyed every opportunity he had when meeting all of you. Please respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time. – Team TL https://youtu.be/4N1iwQxiHrs Tony Lewis, musician; songwriter, and record producer is probably best known as co-founder of The Outfield. Together with John Spinks, the two took the 80s by storm with their infectious pop songs, including “Your Love,” “All the Love,” and “Say it isn’t So.” Their debut album, Play Deep, was issued...

With the release of their 13th studio album Blood & Stone just a few days away, heavy metal legends Sevendust are releasing the music video for their new single “Dying To Live.” The intense video follows the aftermath of a story of a robbery gone wrong and the effect it has on the characters. The main character plays through the tragic events that take place after the robbery in his mind. The video ends the same way it begins leaving the viewer to decide for themselves if he will go down a different path. The video was directed by Jensen Noen known for his work with Falling In Reverse, Crown The Empire, Asking Alexandria to name a few. The video for “Dying To Live” can be seen here: https://youtu.be/vx9UJFojS4I. https://youtu.be/vx9UJFojS4I The new...

Japan's largest publisher Kodansha will release a new high-art photography book, XY featuring rock star and fashion icon YOSHIKI, on his birthday on Friday, November 20, 2020. YOSHIKI was the first Japanese man to appear on the cover of VOGUE Japan, and last month he appeared on the cover of Numero TOKYO, which is also at the forefront of fashion. https://youtu.be/C8EDRrFHW0w This full-length XY book and DVD set, which is packaged in a custom cosmetic case, reveals “a YOSHIKI you have never seen before” with the famed rock drummer and classical pianist in photographed in cutting-edge fashion amidst dreamlike settings. YOSHIKI’s provocative persona is captured by award-winning photographer Melanie Pullen, who grew up being influenced by family friends Andy Warhol and Allen Ginsberg, and has had many photo exhibitions in museums around the world. XY will be available on Amazon in select countries: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/406220522X. “It may be weird for...

Following February's anti-Valentine's Day single "Circle The Drain," which has racked up millions of streams and cracked the Top 50 at radio, MACHINE HEAD frontman Robb Flynn has released a poignant acoustic version of the song today with Nuclear Blast. Listen to the acoustic version of "Circle The Drain" on all streaming platforms: https://nblast.de/MHCircleTheDrainAC Watch the video for "Circle The Drain" here: https://youtu.be/uFxKBzJDitY   "“When the pandemic hit in March, and all Machine Head tours got canceled, I started doing free Acoustic Happy Hour shows on Machine Head‘s Facebook page to get out the pent-up energy, entertain some friends, have some laughs, and have a few drinks every Friday," Flynn explains. "As we had just released our new song “Circle The Drain” fans started asking for me to...

Knotfest revisits one of the genre’s most enduring visual releases in Type O Negative’s After Dark concert film. Comprised of live performances of essential tracks from the band’s catalog as well as music videos and bonus footage that gives fans a backstage vantage point, the film is an important timepiece in the lexicon of heavy music. The setlist of from the film includes fan favorites like “Love You to Death,” Christian Woman,” a bonus video of “Everything Dies,” and the band’s groundbreaking cover of Neil Young’s “Cinnamon Girl.” The stream will begin broadcasting at 2pm PT / 5pm ET / 10pm BST / 11pm CET and run throughout the weekend on-demand. Watch it at https://knotfest.com/

Pretty Maids vocalist Ronnie Atkins has announced the following update about his current battle with cancer: As promised a week ago here’s a little update on my current health situation. I’m not gonna go into details, but just state that unfortunately, I’m still battling cancer!! After some pain issues and following a scan just before Easter this year I was told that the cancer had spread and I was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer, which in principle means incurable! Now there were two paths I could go by! I could sit down in a corner and feel pity for myself (which I guess I did for a while) or I could try to carry on living and do what I do best and I chose the...

The four women of Thrash/Death frontrunners NERVOSA stay true to their roots while exploring new terrain with a revitalized line-up! A heavy, incontrollable vortex led by the full-speed Thrash/Death metal engine NERVOSA is ready to attack the world and leave nothing but Perpetual Chaos (out January 22 via Napalm Records) in its wake! Their talented new line up – featuring founding guitarist Prika Amaral and talented new members Diva Satanica on vocals, Mia Wallace on bass and Eleni Nota on drums – strike with inexorable full femme power, showcasing their ability for critical and straightforward lyricism mixed with an intoxicating blend of thrash spiced with remarkable death metal assaults. Their high-speed new single, “Guided By Evil”, is the first offering from next year’s full-length and highlights their sinister new facets, whilst also underlining...

UNRULY CHILD ANNOUNCE NEW STUDIO ALBUM "OUR GLASS HOUSE" OUT DECEMBER 4, 2020 NEW SINGLE, 'POISON IVY' OUT TODAY Melodic rock heroes Unruly Child return with their new album "Our Glass House" on December 4, 2020. The group, in its constant state of evolution, has generated an exciting new album reflecting its musical roots in contemporary and classic rock. For long-time fans of the band, this is a crucial entry in the Unruly Child discography and for melodic rock fans unfamiliar with the band, this is a wonderful entry point. For your first taste of the album, enjoy the music video for the single 'Poison Ivy' HERE: https://youtu.be/SFKAHU54tuY https://youtu.be/SFKAHU54tuY Pre-order/save "Our Glass House" HERE: https://orcd.co/unrulychild After disbanding around 1993, the legendary melodic hard rock quintet Unruly...

LUNA13 Announces Release Of New Album God.Dis Friday the 13th Of November Through COP International; Digital Pre-Sales Available Now Occult-Inspired Duo Releases New Album Teaser  “Cursing The Sky” Self-Described As Deathtronica, The Theatrical Act’s  Trademark Blend Of Electronica And Black Metal Has Been Hailed As “Bass Music Scene’s Slayer” Friday the 13th of November brings the long-awaited new album from dark lord duo LUNA13 who will release their latest unholy collection of songs God.Dis through new label, COP International (the home Stabbing Westward, Deathline International and Suicide Queen). Today, LUNA13 also gives a tease of the record with new single “Cursing The Sky” and its accompanying and highly graphic music video https://youtu.be/Ki9VVUw42dA “Cursing The Sky” is a perfect example of LUNA13's forceful Black/Bass/Metal style that has some hailing the act as “the bass music scene’s Slayer.” With elements of electronica, black metal and industrial rock, one of the band’s...

PUSCIFER TO TAKE VIEWERS DEEP INTO THE HEART OF THE ARIZONA DESERT WITH OCTOBER 30 GLOBAL LIVESTREAM: “EXISTENTIAL RECKONING: LIVE AT ARCOSANTI” TICKETS & EXCLUSIVE MERCHANDISE AVAILABLE NOW WATCH THE TRAILER HERE: PUSCIFERLIVE.COM https://youtu.be/q1_dkYQAV9g Puscifer, who recently announced the release of their fourth full-length album, Existential Reckoning (Oct. 30, Alchemy Recordings/Puscifer Entertainment/BMG), take fans into the high desert of Arizona with a visually-stunning, livestream concert experience dubbed “Existential Reckoning: Live at Arcosanti.” Puscifer have become known for their kinetic live productions, a merging of music and the theatrical. Over the years, concertgoers have been treated to live Luchadores, a “Hee Haw” themed revue, and a desert-set campfire replete with an Airstream trailer. What does the band have in mind for their first performance of the pandemic era, and the debut...

"'Into The Black' is a straightforward rocker with great energy that we're sure will make our fans headbang and sing along! Lyrically, again, it is a wakeup call, a call to arms if you will, about the rat race times we've been living in. To make a difference and defeat evil starts with everyone of us. A call to undo a world devoid of humanity." - Tony Hernando of Lords Of Black Spain's Lords Of Black have released a new single and video, 'Into The Black' from their forthcoming album, "Alchemy Of Souls, Pt. I" (November 6, 2020). https://youtu.be/bzywPFn7dK0 Pre-order/save the new album HERE: https://orcd.co/lordsofblack

In recent interviews, Ace Frehley has stated that he thinks Bruce Kulick was the best replacement for him as guitarist in KISS. Ace, who recently released a  new album of cover songs called Origins Vol. 2 also had Kulick appear on the album with him. Bruce Kulick has responded to Frehley's comments by saying: It's exciting that I appear on Ace's last release, "Origins Vol. 2" He's done a lot of press for the new release, and he keeps saying some great things about my years in KISS. He has been sharing his opinions that I had no idea how he felt regarding the lead guitarists that replaced him. Since he's an Icon, the original KISS guitarist, who influenced many to love KISS and even...

HEAVY PETTIN release their 'Best Of' album on 27th November, out via Burnt Out Wreckords/Cherry Red.  Featuring 14 tracks, this is a collection of songs chosen from their three albums re-released in November 2019.The songs reflect Heavy Pettin at their best … including the singles that charted: ‘Love Times Love’, ‘In And Out of Love’ and ‘Rock Me’. Order link: https://www.cherryred.co.uk/product/heavy-pettin-best-of/ The cover is a previously unseen photo by David Plastik taken at The Louder Sound festival in France in 1984. Other unseen photos of the band have been used to showcase HP at their prime. The Best of Heavy Pettin album features liner notes from Ross Muir of FabricationsHQ. Gary Moat, the drummer, has gone on to front his own band, Burnt Out Wreck, and has two records out...

https://youtu.be/6pzVWVod0ac "Playing With Fire" credits: Composer: Chris Holmes Recording lineup: Chris Holmes (lead guitar) Florian Lagoutte (bass) Patrick Friedrich (drums) Lead vocals: Oliver Tindall Steve Grimmett Tommy Bolan Charles-André Lambert The year 2020 will be remembered for a long time as a very difficult year for the economy and more particularly the entertainment world. Government provisions and their applications did not allow us, "the artists" to perform in concert. All our shows being postponed to 2021, Chris Holmes has decided to take advantage of this period of non-live activity to offer you new projects. The end of 2020 will see the release of a DVD / Blu-ray documentary that is sure to get you excited and heralds Chris's comeback in 2021! Participating in this campaign will allow Chris to bring...

The KNOTFEST Streaming Concert Series went digging into the Ministry archives to channel the sinister spirit of the season. Ministry’s 2006 electrifying performance in Munich and Dresden. The era of the band found touring in support of their then 10th studio effort, Rio Grande Blood. The album would go on to earn a Grammy nomination for ‘Best Metal Performance’ of that year. The concert features Ministry showcasing their diversity of their catalog with songs in the set list that date as far back as their transformative 1988 release, The Land of Rape and Honey. Stream will begin broadcasting at 2pm PT / 5pm ET / 10pm BST / 11pm CET https://knotfest.com

ELLEFSON, the eponymous solo band of Grammy-Winning Megadeth bassist and co-founder David Ellefson, earlier this week announced signing to EARMusic (Europe) and Ward Records (Japan) for the release of their upcoming full-length covers release NO COVER, which will be released Worldwide 11/20 in conjunction with Ellefson’s revived COMBAT RECORDS, who will release the album in North America via AMPED. The band also released the video for their cover of the Cheap Trick classic “Auf Wiedersehen”, featuring guest appearances from Ministry’s Al Jourgensen, Anthrax’s Charlie Benante, and Crobot’s Brandon Yeagley, alongside bassist Ellefson, vocalist Thom Hazaert, and guitarist Andy Martongelli. “Auf Wiedersehen” is available on all digital outlets today 10/9 via Combat Records/earMUSIC, and the video edited by Melody Myers, can be viewed at the link...

NIGHT RANGER have initiated the writing and recording of their next, yet untitled, studio album, which they plan to release via Frontiers Music Srl in 2021. The new album will follow 2017's “Don’t Let Up”. While fans wait for the new album, they can enjoy this collection of videos from the band's most recent releases via YouTube HERE: https://bit.ly/2HpuydS Songwriting started with the three original members Jack Blades (lead vocals/bass), Kelly Keagy (lead vocals/drums), and Brad Gillis (lead & rhythm guitars) meeting and putting their initial ideas together. The recording has now started with Eric Levy (keyboards) and Keri Kelli (lead & rhythm guitars) joining the process and the band will record through the rest of the year. The plan, subject to change, is to deliver the record to Frontiers in the first few months of 2021, with a release in the summer currently...

The hard rock powerhouse PHIL CAMPBELL AND THE BASTARD SONS from Wales have released a music video for their brand-new single "We're The Bastards" from the upcoming new album We're The Bastards, which will be released on November, 13th via Nuclear Blast, today! Watch the music video here: https://youtu.be/zqxv9Cm2b6w https://youtu.be/zqxv9Cm2b6w Singer Neil Starr on the new album: "It’s definitely great to know that we have an audience now. We know there are people that want to hear it, but the truth is that we just had fun with it. Once again, we made the record we wanted to make and it’s been really exciting. It was awesome to take our minds off everything and just concentrate on recording a kick-ass album for the fans to enjoy" Pre-order your copy of We're The Bastards here: nuclearblast.com/pcatbs-werethebastards Pre-save the album on all digital...

This is the highest quality Official promo video for Van Halen's 1980 song, "Loss Of Control". The video was aired only outside of the U.S., so it is somewhat rare. https://youtu.be/x7mIqV2qJqM Mayday! I checked it out. I think you ought to know. I'm only wastin' time. I think I'd better go. You way too civilized. Oh, loss of control, loss of control, loss of control! Loss of control, loss of control, loss of control! Loss of control, loss of control, loss of control! Loss of control, loss of control, loss of control! Loss of control, loss of control, loss of control! Baby, I checked it out. I think you ought to know. I'm only wastin' time. I think I'd better go. You way too civilized....

The illuminated album cover comes to life and plays 'Shot in The Dark' through a built-in speaker in this collectible box that includes the CD softpack, 20-page booklet, and USB charge cord. POWER UP is the long-awaited new album from AC/DC and the band’s 17th studio album. For POWER UP, the band reunited with producer Brendan O’Brien who helmed the double-platinum Black Ice in 2008 and the gold Rock Or Bust in 2014. Charged up for the next decade, AC/DC cut twelve new tracks for the album, proudly maintaining their signature sound and all of its powerful hallmarks. POWER UP was announced with the release of the album’s first single, “Shot In The Dark,” and features the lineup of Angus Young , Brian Johnson , Cliff Williams , Phil...

The day has finally come for AMARANTHE to share their declaration to the world: The Swedish metal heroes' most epic album to date, Manifest, is out today! https://youtu.be/JzPUBTR4L_4 AMARANTHE commented: "So, we come to it at last! We are so very proud and happy to finally unveil 'Manifest' to the world, an album written with so much pure joy and enthusiasm, and yet very nearly did not see the light of day. When faced with the decision to record the album despite a worldwide pandemic, the answer was the same as when we canceled tours that were supposed to promote the album: we HAVE to release this album in 2020! As our long-time listeners are well aware of, AMARANTHE believes in positive, energetic, and uplifting music, and we feel that...

STEEL PANTHER TO MAKE HALLOWEEN A WHOLE LOT SEXIER WITH THEIR NEXT VIRTUAL CONCERT THE HALLOWEENIE RIDE LIVESCREAM BRINGING BACK HALLOWEEN FROM THE DEAD Live from the Iconic Viper Room in West Hollywood California and Presented by Monster Energy Tickets now available here: http://bit.ly/halloweenieride Steel Panther continue to make headlines with their daily video vignettes helping folks know what day of the week it is. A short musical intro gives way to a band member explaining which day it is for their viewers. The series has gained such popularity that various entertainment friends have made cameos as well. Corey Taylor of Slipknot/Stone Sour, Scott Ian of Anthrax, Chris Kael and Jason Hook of Five Finger Death Punch, Kid Rock, George Lopez, Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti...

Bay Area thrash giants DEATH ANGEL have surprised fans today with a remarkably unique rendition of rock legends QUEEN & DAVID BOWIE's iconic song "Under Pressure," that's featured on an unannounced digital EP of the same title out now on Nuclear Blast. The "Under Pressure" EP also includes a brand new original song, "Faded Remains," and two newly recorded acoustic versions of "A Room With A View" and "Revelation Song." Vocalist Mark Osegueda comments on the song: “The Under Pressure EP is something I feel that we needed to release during these very frustrating times...These are very heavy times...And although it’s an all acoustic EP, It’s heavy in a different sense of the word. And music is how we express ourselves best! https://youtu.be/-hCy1Y5_-k8 These times...

Pär Sundström comments: “I first came into contact with Yarn Hub when a fan recommended a video that was connected to one of our songs and I was impressed by the emotions Yarn Hub delivers in their videos. When Yarn Hub asked if they could feature our singer Joakim in a small cameo I said yes instantly and thought it added such a nice touch to the episode about T.E Lawrence. After that we started to discuss if we could do something together and the idea of 'Night Witches' was born. It was impossible not to become emotional when I saw the animated short film for the first time. This is a different way of telling these stories, but what a fantastic way! Enjoy it friends, this...

Today, Greta Van Fleet releases its first new song in more than a year, "My Way, Soon" (Lava/Republic Records.)  The song is a liberating and jubilant track that celebrates and reflects the band's personal transformation over the past three years.  Also released is the track's companion music video, which was shot, edited, and directed by the band.  Go HERE to check out "My Way, Soon." https://youtu.be/qGkTzk6SdKs When Greta Van Fleet released  "Highway Tune" in March of 2017, a song that they wrote in their parent's garage before any of them had turned 18, they had no idea the change it would bring to their lives.  The song would go on to become an international hit and Top Billboard's Mainstream Rock Singles chart.   "Highway Tune" would be followed by three more consecutive...

Former Van Halen members Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony filmed a video message on October 7th at rehearsals for Sammy Hagar's annual birthday bash, which was moved to Catalina Island in California, instead of Cabo due to the coronavirus pandemic. https://youtu.be/hZtQR24ouV8 Sammy Hagar has stated that he was secretly in touch with Eddie Van Halen recently and exchanged text messages many times before Eddie's untimely death.  Sammy said that Eddie had wished to keep his condition a secret, so he was unable to talk about it until now.

Baroness release Live at Maida Vale BBC – Vol. II, a limited edition vinyl release featuring four tracks from the band’s Fall 2019 session at the famed London studio, as part of this year’s Record Store Day Black Friday event (Nov. 27, Abraxan Hymns). Live at Maida Vale BBC – Vol. II track list: Throw Me An Anchor Borderlines I’m Already Gone Tourniquet/Can Oscura The EP was recorded during the band’s European tour in support of Gold & Grey, with Baroness joining BBC Radio 1 Rock Show host Daniel P. Carter and producer Simon Askew at Maida Vale Studios on Sept. 27. Live at Maida Vale BBC – Vol II features black splatter vinyl with an etched b-side, custom artwork created by Baroness’ John Baizley and will retail for $23.98....

In conjunction with the album's 20th anniversary, M-Theory Audio is proud to announce the first-ever domestic vinyl release of “Of One Blood,” the breakthrough album from Grammy-nominated New Wave of American Heavy Metal pioneers SHADOWS FALL! This new blood-red pressing – to be released on Black Friday 2020 (exclusive to indie stores via RSD) – also marks the first-ever vinyl release of the remixed and remastered version of the album by Zeuss (Rob Zombie, Hatebreed, Suicide Silence) and Grammy-award winning engineer Alan Douches (High on Fire, Motorhead, The Black Dahlia Murder). In addition, a newly-designed gatefold insert includes rare pictures and new liner notes by vocalist Brian Fair. Praised by Metal Hammer for “mixing metalcore sensibilities with classic metal motifs,” SHADOWS FALL was founded 25...

On November 13th, 2020, Metal Queen DORO proves once again that she literally gives her all when she cares about something. On this November 13th, DORO's own label, Rare Diamonds Productions, will release her long-awaited best-of album Magic Diamonds - Best Of Rock, Ballads & Rare Treasures. And that's what it's all about: 56(!) songs on three CDs with a total of almost four(!) hours playing time! An all-around impressive showcase that spans four decades of DORO music, and with 20 rock songs, 18 ballads, and 18 rare treasures, offers everything a fan's heart desires - and a lot more! Because: the three CDs will be released in a high-quality box containing a valuable, exclusive DORO perfume called "True At Heart" as well as a Magic Diamonds tube scarf! "I have been dreaming of my own...

Colorado-based thrashers Havok release a brand new music video for their song "Fear Campaign", off their recent full-length album V, which was released earlier this year. Check out the official music video for "Fear Campaign", directed by K. Hunter Lamar and produced by Digital Myle, here: https://youtu.be/B5K4uMmambs. https://youtu.be/B5K4uMmambs "Although it was written in 2019, 'Fear Campaign' sounds like it should be the theme song for 2020. The lyrics seem to become more and more relevant as the weeks go by. In the video, we wanted to capture the manic nature of media, propaganda, and other forms of mind control that have plagued civilization for thousands of years. The fear campaign appears to be at an all-time high right now and the only way to end it is to stop...

AC/DC will release their new album "PWR/UP" on November 13th, 2020. Check out the brand new audio/video for the single "Shot In The Dark" right here: https://youtu.be/xNhn1KOqq8g    

Multiple outlets are reporting the sad news of Edward Van Halen's death.  It appears that Eddie's battle with cancer had taken a turn for the worse approximately 72 hours ago with cancer spreading to other organs.  His death has been reported by his son Wolfgang Van Halen with himself, Eddie's wife Janie, and Alex Van Halen being by Eddie's side when he passed away.

Today, Ukrainian modern metal leaders JINJER have released the live video for their stand out track "Sit Stay Roll Over" from their ferocious sold out Melbourne, Australia performance on March 5, 2020. The track comes off the band's upcoming live album, Alive In Melbourne which will be released on November 20, 2020, via Napalm Records. Commented the band: "For some, "Sit Stay Roll Over" was the so-called ignition point where lots of fans first took notice of JINJER - and it‘s still a burner today even though it sometimes gets lost between all our other tracks! It’s also one of the most technically complicated and extreme songs we’ve ever written, taking the band to the outer realms of death metal ... Even after all these years of performing it countless times it still takes quite...

Corey Taylor Extends Ticket Availability For Concert Extravaganza FORUM OR AGAINST ‘EM Due To Fan Demand Tickets Now Available Until 11:59 EDT, Wednesday, October 7th Purchase Here https://youtu.be/ol3CkZn6Xyw GRAMMY® Award-winning singer / songwriter, Corey Taylor, celebrated the release of his debut solo album in spectacular style on Friday, October 2nd, when he and his band took to the stage of iconic Los Angeles venue, The Forum to put on an epic, globally streamed rock n roll show for the ages. Now, due to enormous fan demand, tickets to access the PPV and unlimited re-watch access for ticket holders has been extended for a further 3 days, until 11:59 EDT on Wednesday, October 7th, available from watch.thecoreytaylor.com   The 23 song setlist saw Taylor and crew blaze through every song on his...

“Blind Eye” - a concise, ear shattering attack on the senses with a dystopian narrative sure to sum up 2020 - is the second song and music video released by BRAVE THE COLD, led by longtime NAPALM DEATH axeman Mitch Harris and drummer Dirk Verbeuren of MEGADETH. The song comes off Scarcity, their “raucous debut” (as described by Pop Matters), available today on all digital outlets worldwide. Limited-edition, colored vinyl and CD’s will be available December 11th. The album was produced by Logan Mader (MACHINE HEAD, SOULFLY). https://youtu.be/jEBmxtir57k “We're all excited about BRAVE THE COLD’s Scarcity digital release today!” exclaims Harris on the debut of his new album. “To kick it all off, we have a cutting-edge video courtesy of legendary Polish director Marek Skrobecki.” “Blind Eye” and...

Newly formed melodic death metal unit HIRAES has signed a worldwide deal with Napalm Records and Napalm Events! German-based formation HIRAES combines the full force of all four instrumentalists off DAWN OF DISEASE (Lukas Kerk, Oliver Kirchner, Christian Wösten and Mathias Blässe)with the powerful Britta Görtz (Critical Mess, ex-Cripper) on vocal duties to create an exciting new melodic death emergence. The five-piece established its own remarkable identity built upon a smashing femme vocal attack, intense melodies and charging guitars, led by guitarist Lukas Kerk as main songwriter. After releasing records and touring heavily for years with former projects, every member enhances this promising collaboration with its collective potent experiences. Currently HIRAES are working on their debut album, which will be a mandatory purchase for fans of Insomnium, At The Gates, Arch Enemy and Amon Amarth....

Third Studio Album 'Duality' out October 23rd via Black Lodge DEFECTO are back with their third single "Tempest", taken from the band's upcoming album 'Duality', which drops on October 23rd via Black Lodge. The sonic deluge of Tempest’s dark and pumping riffs is sure to pull you under. Tempest reflects on the ocean as a metaphor for life - for all of the beauty that it provides, there is this notion that we will never really truly be in control – all we can do is try to stay afloat. The Danish metal act dives into the metal scene has been both successful and hectic. Just a year after the release of their debut, they were offered supporting slots for both Metallica and Rammstein. Defecto...

Canadian progressive sci-fi metal innovators VOIVOD return with a much overdue new live release entitled Lost Machine - Live. The album was recorded in Québec City during the worldwide touring cycle for the band's latest studio album The Wake and will be released on November 27th, 2020 worldwide via Century Media Records. Pre-orders are available here:https://voivodband.lnk.to/LostMachineLive/.   To celebrate the launch of the live release's pre-order, the band has released their first single and video for "The Lost Machine" today. The clip features audio recorded in Québec City (07/13/2019), the video was filmed in Montréal (06/30/2019) and the material was processed in Morgöth (2020). The video was directed and produced by Felipe Belalcazar / Mental Pictures. Check out the "The Lost Machine" here:https://youtu.be/zG8QfDEsPC0. https://youtu.be/zG8QfDEsPC0 "Here it is at last, the first single and video from our upcoming release 'Lost Machine - Live'....

Platinum-selling recording artist and world-class guitarist, Orianthi will release her new studio album "O" on November 6, 2020, via Frontiers Music Srl. This is Orianthi's first new studio album in seven years and her first new music as a solo artist in six years. Today Orianthi drops the second single and video for the track "Impulsive."  https://youtu.be/9nhNjXsDun0 " 'Impulsive' is a fun track, I wrote it pretty fast with my friend and producer Marti Frederiksen. The video was was a blast to make at the Dollhouse in Los Angeles with the great director Jim Louvau," says Orianthi. Watch a lyric video for the "Sinners Hymn" HERE: https://youtu.be/QGgJfiotuQk Pre-order "O" on CD/LP/Digital and stream the singles HERE: https://orcd.co/orianthi Autographed bundles available at the label's U.S. and EU stores: http://radi.al/FrontiersMusic Keep up with...

Nancy Wilson has posted the following regarding her newly announced, first-ever solo album: Excited to announce that I will be releasing my first ever solo album in early 2021 on my new label, Carry On Music! The journey starts with the release of my rendition of Bruce Springsteen's “The Rising” on October 23. Pre-save by clicking here: https://smarturl.it/NWTheRising Nancy Wilson is celebrated as one of the seminal musicians in the history of Rock n' Roll. A guitar virtuoso from the age of 10, Nancy, and her sister Ann, led the multi-platinum rock group, Heart. Together they have gone on to sell 35 million records. Nancy is revered as an ingenious guitar player and a gifted vocalist. As a songwriter, Nancy has co-written a collection of indelible songs that...

ACCEPT is back! The German kingpins of Heavy Metal have today released "The Undertaker", the first single from their highly anticipated new studio album "Too Mean To Die”. The album will be released on January 15th, 2021 via Nuclear Blast. The pre-sale for ACCEPT’s 16th studio album will launch on November 6th, 2020. https://youtu.be/DQy6npwdwsY The video was filmed in an abandoned castle in Poland and at an old cemetery in Nashville, TN. The mid-tempo number will captivate fans with its mesmerizing build and stirring vocals. Sing-a-longs are guaranteed, and the track is sure to deliver some future memorable live moments! According to ACCEPT mastermind Wolf Hoffmann, "The Undertaker" is one of the most catchy and pleasing pieces on the new album. The single and album were recorded in Nashville (USA). Once again at the mixing desk was the...

WARRIOR SOUL is releasing a blast of a covers album called 'Cocaine and Other Good Stuff' on Livewire/Cargo Records on November 13th 2020. The album is preceded by the timely release of the single ‘Elected’ on October 9th 2020. The album is an incendiary compilation of songs that everyone in the band, both current and previous members, had some input choosing, and it shows true honesty in the recordings, making it a fresh take on some very listenable rock jams. Kory Clarke - "We wanted to make a record that was not about all the crap we are all living in, as it seems like a well worn path for . So, I had to think out of the box". The album was recorded all over the western world (Edinburgh...

Accuser reveals details for the new self-titled album; launches performance video for the first single, "Phantom Graves" https://youtu.be/XTcqEiXfWxM?list=PLy8LfIp6j3aKX7CuEtwYa2_2ncHMhuogC On November 13th, Accuser will release their new self-titled album via Metal Blade Records. For a preview of Accuser, a performance video for the first single, "Phantom Graves", can be viewed at: metalblade.com/accuser - where the record can also be pre-ordered in the following formats: - digipak-CD (incl. bonus track) - 180g black vinyl (EU exclusive) - golden brown marbled vinyl (EU exclusive - limited to 200 copies) - ivory / beige / grey marbled vinyl - gold / black melt vinyl (Kings Road exclusive - limited to 100 copies) Since they began flying the flag for German thrash in the 80s, Accuser have gone on to prove themselves one of the most enduring...

IRON MAIDEN LIVE ALBUM COMING NOVEMBER 20TH NIGHTS OF THE DEAD, LEGACY OF THE BEAST: LIVE IN MEXICO CITY Parlophone Records (BMG in the USA) are pleased to announce the release of IRON MAIDEN’s new double live album on November 20th worldwide. Containing over 100 minutes of classic Maiden music and available in multiple formats, Nights Of The Dead, Legacy Of The Beast: Live in Mexico City was recorded during the band’s three sold out arena shows there in September 2019 and is a celebration of their Legacy Of The Beast World Tour which began in 2018 and will finish next Summer in Europe. The tracklisting is: Churchill’s Speech Aces High Where Eagles Dare 2 Minutes To Midnight The Clansman The Trooper Revelations For The Greater...

AC/DC is back! Here's a sample of their first new single called "Shot In The Dark". The band has reunited with singer Brian Johnson and recorded a great new comeback album! https://youtu.be/iKOlC8hNMZA

https://youtu.be/LfzX9uav7yA?list=PLy8LfIp6j3aJNl5_xdkyHtLT33Mf_yDoZ As the Earth of 2020 continues to revolve in a puzzling singularity, three of the world's most powerful men have harnessed their collective capabilities for nuclear and musical power into a quest for world peace. On October 30th, this trio of explosive musicians/personalities will unleash their debut EP, A Clear and Present Rager. The trio took time away from their duties of state to film several music videos, the first of which can be seen right now. It's not fake news, pre-orders are available, and it's all right here: https://www.metalblade.com/nuclearpowertrio A Clear and Present Rager was recorded in Denver, Colorado by Dave Otero at Flatline Audio. "Frankly, a lot of power trio recordings are just pathetic. We thought about records we all liked sonically and kept coming back...

‘RESURRECT THE FAITHFUL’ is the provocative new album from EMN/Every Mother's Nightmare! 11-tracks of larger-than-life new music featuring the first single Breathe and a new recording of their top hit Love Can Make You Blind. With each album, EMN/Every Mother's Nightmare continues to capture fans and take them on a never ending musical ride. Resurrect The Faithful takes the band to new musical heights. ‘RESURRECT THE FAITHFUL’ due out October 23, 2020, on HighVolMusic. ‘RESURRECT THE FAITHFUL’ can be pre-ordered at http://smarturl.it/emnrocks Recorded at Supernova Sound Memphis, ‘RESURRECT THE FAITHFUL’ differs from any of its predecessors. With a unique wall of guitars and a thunderous rhythm section, ‘RESURRECT THE FAITHFUL’ stands above anything the band has written and crosses various musical boundaries. The lyrical content...

IRON MASK's new video & single 'Tree Of The World' is out now, the first track taken from their seventh album 'Master Of Masters', out 4th December on AFM Records. https://youtu.be/JqJXx1lIu3o The first taste from the new Iron Mask album sees the band return with a real crowd-pleaser. 'Tree Of The World' has slight Celtic influences, galloping drums, and a jaw-dropping solo courtesy of the guitar wizard and main man Dushan Petrossi. A true Metal Anthem! There’s not only Odin when it comes to mythology and pagans gods, there's also Svarog, God of gods, and all Slavic people. The world tree carries the earth, hell, and heaven and is their old symbol. IRON MASK, the power metal masters from Belgium are back after a 4-year break with...

Century Media Records are happy to announce the signing of Dutch futuristic multi-metal eruption CRYPTOSIS. To celebrate, the band have just released their new single and music video for "Decypher". Watch the music video HERE. "In light of recent events we are beyond happy that we are teaming up with Century Media Records to release and promote our debut album. It feels really good to work with such a professional team that understands our artistic vision and gives us a lot of freedom and resources to take everything we do to the next level," states CRYPTOSIS about the signing announcement. "Getting completely surprised by a new band doesn't happen very often, but CRYPTOSIS really impressed me. What this young band manages to deliver is nothing but a mind-blowing hell ride...

It appears AC/DC is back with Brian Johnson as the singer and rumors are swirling that the new album will be called PWR UP or "Power Up".  Check out the recent still shot that appears to be from a video shoot which shows Brian Johnson, Angus Young, Stevie Young, Cliff Williams, and Phil Rudd! Check out the new AC/DC website at https://pwrup.acdc.com/ Not only has the website been updated with a new teaser video clip of the band's trademark lightning bolt, but this poster appeared outside Angus Young's old High School: The picture of the poster was posted on Instagram by Australia's Triple M.

Great White is now taking pre-orders for a new "Live" CD/DVD 2 Disc set which features the first recorded material with new singer Mitch Malloy. It's available for $30.00 or $35.00 if Autographed. The album is simply entitled "Live". It contains the full show from the band's 2020 live performance in Kentucky. Check out the back cover and tracklisting below: You can order your copy direct from the Great White store by going here

Today, UK thrash legends Solitary reveal the new video "Abominate." The video is the first track to be revealed from the band's highly anticipated new album, The Truth Behind the Lies, set for international release on October 23rd via Metalville Records. Featuring footage from the band's Bloodstock Open Air appearance and the working sketches of the album artwork, see & hear Solitary's brand-new video "Abominate" HERE at the band's official YouTube channel. https://youtu.be/POI-9D0pCk4 It’s more than 20 five years now since Solitary planted their standard and pledged their allegiance to the thrash metal cause. Over the decades, their commitment has been unflinching, their integrity unquestionable, and with 2008's Requiem album, they delivered an album to challenge the genre’s best. Requiem received great reviews from the major metal press. The next few years were spent playing live at every opportunity, taking the thrash to...

Blue Öyster Cult will release their new studio album, "The Symbol Remains" on October 9, 2020 on CD/LP/Limited Edition Color LP/Digital. Check out the band's just premiered video for the single “Tainted Blood,” written by Eric Bloom and Richie Castellano, features lead vocals by guitarist Richie Castellano, HERE. https://youtu.be/8H0iX-_Vts0 Watch the videos for the first two singles from the album below: "That Was Me", featuring Eric Bloom on lead vocals, HERE: https://youtu.be/lPW7KhN_ZM4 “Box In My Head,” featuring Buck Dharma on lead vocals HERE: https://youtu.be/UQoWfQ_3txA Pre-order CD/LP/Digital HERE: https://orcd.co/symbolremains The first run of limited edition color vinyl is sold out, but three new colors have been added. They are selling FAST too, so if you want one, then move fast. ONLY AVAILABLE from Frontiers' U.S. and EU stores. See link above to pre-order. Tracklisting: 1.  That Was Me 2.  Box...

LEAVES' EYES release their new single and video 'Chain Of The Golden Horn', the second track from upcoming album 'The Last Viking' which is due for release on 23rd October on AFM Records. Check out the new video here: https://youtu.be/SRlQvkf_xwE https://youtu.be/SRlQvkf_xwE Pre order the album here: https://fanlink.to/LeavesEyesTheLastViking 'The Last Viking' is the 2020 monumental piece from LEAVES’ EYES. With their cult-albums 'Vinland Saga' (2005) and 'King of Kings' (2015), they already turned Leif Erikssons discovery of America and the life of Norway’s first king into music. Now, LEAVES’ EYES bring the Viking Sagas to their bombastic finale. The cover of the upcoming album 'The Last Viking, due for release on October 23rd, is a masterpiece created by Stefan Heilemann (e.g. Lindemann, Epica, Kamelot) which perfectly fits to the collection of top-class LEAVES’ EYES...

After the global success of their first single, The Dead Daisies have been chomping at the bit to release ‘Bustle and Flow’, the next track from their upcoming album ‘Holy Ground’. “Filled with energy and vigor, ‘Bustle and Flow’ emerged as one of the last tracks to make the cut. It builds and builds and has great movement.  It’s about walking through the fear,” says Glenn Hughes. In a time surrounded with so much uncertainty, this track imparts a spirit and zest that should get you on your front foot, challenge your fears and back onto life’s battlefield … David Lowy has this to say about the song: “I love the timing of the riff. It’s unusual and unexpected, kinda like a surprise. The chorus is a classic mix of...

Concert Event Recorded in February 2020 Now Available for Pre-Order in Audio and Video Formats Here: https://dream-theater.lnk.to/DistantMemoriesLive Video for Live Version of “Pale Blue Dot” from the Critically Acclaimed Distance Over Time Can Be Seen Here: https://youtu.be/jsRT8ee97eo https://youtu.be/jsRT8ee97eo (September 25, 2020 - New York, NY) Two-time GRAMMY-nominated and millions-selling progressive music titans Dream Theater are back with the latest live installment to their impressive thirty-one-year catalog of releases. Scheduled for release on November 27th, the band is set to unleash their ninth career live album Distant Memories – Live In London. Recorded at their sold-out show at the Apollo Theatre in London, the live release documents the band’s popular world tour in support of their latest critically acclaimed studio album Distance Over Time and the 20-year anniversary of their seminal concept album Metropolis Part...

LOUDNESS, "SOLDIER OF FORTUNE" 30th Anniversary Edition, In addition to the remastered sound source, features demo tracks, live video, etc. and has been recorded and released on 3CD + 1DVD on 9/23/2020! https://youtu.be/We_1juXa6Pg The 30th-anniversary edition series released of the album "SOLDIER OF FORTUNE", which is the first set of the second term of LOUDNESS, is now available as a special edition of the 30th-anniversary edition! !! The DISC 1 of this set has been remastered by the same engineer Chris Bellman as the original. DISC2 is recordings of the final rough mix that, and it is irresistible for enthusiasts to find differences such as the balance of the mix slightly different from the product version. In addition, a newly found karaoke sound source is...

ou gotta keep that flame burning! HAMMERFALL have just released a second video for “Keep The Flame Burning”, which perfectly captures the highly energetic spirit of HAMMERFALL’s new live album & BluRay, Live! Against The World. Celebrating the 20th anniversary of their chart-storming album Renegade (2000), the song, which rarely appears on their setlists, shines in a bright new light and pushes live productions to the next level. With absolutely impressive, grand live production, huge arenas and overwhelming pyrotechnics, HAMMERFALL, the Swedish saviors of Heavy Metal, took over the world in 2019/2020 with their World Dominion tour. On this bombastic tour, they did not only celebrate the worldwide charting success of their freshly released 2019 studio album Dominon, but also the jubilee of the legendary Renegade album, by adding “Keep The Flame Burning” and an impressive Renegade medley to the setlist. HAMMERFALL are...

BRAVE THE COLD, led by longtime Napalm Death axeman Mitch Harris, have released their first-ever music video, the confrontational “Hallmark Of Tyranny,” from their debut album Scarcity. Joined by Megadeth drummer Dirk Verbeuren, the track is an attack on overreaching governments - highlighting financial superpowers, forced vaccines, targeted false flag operations and frequency harnessing of the masses to achieve a one-world government.   Watch “Hallmark Of Tyranny.” https://youtu.be/BVwjA6WjJL8   “Although it may sound doom and gloom,” Harris adds, “It’s meant for a positive outcome from creative efforts inspiring change. Inspiration through art is essential in our world, with our need for social interaction, adaptation, individualism and personal transformation. If BRAVE THE COLD doesn’t get your attention, WHAT WILL? It’s time to WAKE THE FUCK UP!”   BRAVE THE...

International rock star and fashion innovator and designer YOSHIKI lends his provocative artistic aura to the cover of Numero Tokyo for their November issue, available everywhere on September 28. This marks the second cover story appearance of YOSHIKI in a major fashion publication, as he was also the first and only Japanese male to appear on the cover of Vogue Japan. Numero Tokyo’s eight-page special feature, “YOSHIKI talks about living,” will explore the artist’s views on life, music, fashion, and charity work during a pandemic. It marks a dramatic shift in Numero Tokyo’s historical ranks of cover models such as Kate Moss, Chloë Sevigny, Victoria Beckham, Gisele Bündchen, and others. For the cover shoot, YOSHIKI wanted to give free rein to the magazine’s photographer and stylists to interpret his persona and portray him as a “subject in a work of art.”...

Platinum selling, International recording artists STATIC-X have released a new music video for the song “Dead Souls,” from their 7th studio album, PROJECT REGENERATION Volume 1, Out NOW. The video was directed by Wombatfire (HELLYEAH, In Flames, Hollywood Undead, Tech 9) and the song features guest vocals from Ministry’s Al Jorgensen. You can watch the video HERE https://youtu.be/XzkN5_IgQtA and purchase, stream, or download the song and album here: https://lnk.to/projectregeneration "This song has become one of my favorite tracks on the record. We had no intention on doing a video for it initially, but it came out so good, we had to do it. I'm so grateful to Al Jourgensen for singing on the track with Wayne. Ministry was a big influence on us, and I...

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"Into The Mirror Black", originally released in 1990, is a truly special, much revered metal record, which received massive critical acclaim back when it came out and is still loved dearly to the very day. Its gloomy atmosphere and thought-provoking lyrics, its brilliant mix borderlining heavy and thrash metal, its stellar guitar work and the expressive vocals of the one and only Warrel Dane (R.I.P.) are just some of the reasons why this record stood the test of time. In 2020, "Into The Mirror Black" celebrates its 30th anniversary and while the plans to commemorate this event live with current singer Joseph Michael (Witherfall) had to be postponed, these limited triple vinyl and double CD deluxe editions created with guitarist Lenny Rutledge, honour the timeless...

On October 30th, King Diamond will release CD and LP versions of The Dark Sides via Metal Blade Records. Released in 1988, The Dark Sides contains five tracks and an outro, released on previous albums: The Dark Sides track-listing 1. Halloween (previously released on Fatal Portrait) 2. Them (instrumental track, previously released on Them) 3. No Presents for Christmas (previously released as the A-side of No Presents for Christmas single; later as a bonus track on the 2007 remastered version of Fatal Portrait) 4. Shrine (previously released as the B-side of The Family Ghost single; later as a bonus track on the 2007 remastered version of Abigail) 5. The Lake (previously released as a B-side of Halloween single and as a bonus track on CD versions of Fatal Portrait) 6. Phone Call (previously released on CD versions of Them) King Diamond adds, "These are not remasters....

‘BAY AREA GODFATHERS’ TELLS THE RIVETING STORY OF THE BAY AREA METAL SCENE THAT GAVE RISE TO MANY MAVERICKS OF METAL TODAY   Tuesday, October 6th, 2020 will see the release of the must-see documentary film, ‘Bay Area Godfathers.’ Issued as part of the popular ‘Inside Metal’ series, ‘Bay Area Godfathers’ was directed by Bob Nalbandian and produced by Warren Croyle, and features in-depth interviews with Bay Area metal icons and pivotal players - musicians, managers, journalists and label execs. 'Bay Area Godfathers' is a 2-part movie (Part 2 will be released separately) and is the 4th movie in the Inside Metal series. The previous titles; Pioneers of L.A. Hard Rock & Metal, L.A. Metal Scene Explodes, and The Rise of L.A. Thrash Metal all received rave reviews worldwide....

Australian deathcore metal outfit As Paradise Falls are back after two years of silence with their original vocalist Ravi Sherwell, and they just dropped one of the heaviest songs to ever come out of Australia, "Bleed for the Crown". The single was produced by Danny Kenneally and mixed/mastered by Shane Edwards (Northlane, Trophy Eyes, Hellions). The video was directed by Ben Wrigley and features a guest appearance by Izzy Voodoo. Watch it right now at this location. https://youtu.be/Ci6iEiydq30 As Paradise Falls never expected anything out of the ordinary, but fate had much more in store for them. After the unexpected passing of their guitarist Glen Barrie in 2015, they managed to claw their way back from an immense tragedy in 2017 with their full-length album Digital Ritual, and they have proven through thick and thin that this band is...

Feel the power of the mighty coven! Swiss heavy metal band BURNING WITCHES has today released a music video for their brand new single "Circle of Five". The ladies conquered the studio and recorded this new masterpiece accompanied by their new lead guitarist Larissa, who joined them a few weeks ago. Romana comments: “We are hungry for action and are proud to present you this new song that reflects the band pretty well: it's a bit freaky - high on gain and shows that we are a strong unit again! This way we can go through good and bad times together! Larissa shows you here why she is the perfect person to play lead axe for us – please give her a warm welcome, she deserves the very best! And now...

NONPOINT has announced that they will be doing a month long online experience with a finale the fans have been requesting for years! Nonpoint is taking you on a journey through some of it’s biggest cities, through its toughest stories and lead you to an event 20 years in the making. On 10/10/2020 Nonpoint celebrates the anniversary of it’s first record STATEMENT by performing it in its entirety LIVE online, along with a conversations taking a deeper look into their 20 years of making a statement. Follow along the four Saturday's leading up to the event with 3 LOW DOUGH SHOWS in Nonpoint’s most iconic cities. Also join with the band chatting along throughout and engaging in questions and conversations with fans during all the lead up shows. Have...

You're watching the FULL CONCERT of Twisted Sister - Stay Hungry (Live at San Bernardino, CA 1984) courtesy of the official Twisted Sister Youtube channel. https://youtu.be/CXbdZUt2qUQ Setlist 1. The Kids Are Back 2. We're Not Gonna Take It 3. I Wanna Rock 4. Under The Blade 5. The Beast 6. You Can't Stop Rock 'N' Roll 7. The Price 8. Stay Hungry 9. Burn In Hell 10. S.M.F. 11. I Wanna Rock (Reprise) Twisted Sister Official YouTube Channel

Brazilian Metal Giant SEPULTURA have launched their environmentally conscious video for "Guardians of Earth" in collaboration with Amazon Frontlines. Amazon Frontlines is a non-profit organization based in the Upper Amazon that leverages technology, legal advocacy, and movement building to support indigenous peoples to defend their rights to land, life, and cultural survival in the Amazon Rainforest. The lyrics of the song were inspired when Derrick Green came across the Instagram page of Amazon Frontlines: "The images of the fight and struggle of various Indigenous tribes, whose existence is under threat as they defend one of the world’s most biodiverse ecosystems, were very touching and upsetting. Not only are Indigenous peoples being murdered but their rainforest territories are being burned and polluted at an alarming rate. The movement is inspirational and I felt that their voices...

Today, Bay Area thrash legends HEATHEN unleash their fourth studio album, Empire of the Blind, unto the world via Nuclear Blast Records. In celebration of the release, the band offers fans the music video for "Sun In My Hand" Watch the video directed by Costin Chioreanu, here: https://youtu.be/mFgMLSSKmOQ https://youtu.be/mFgMLSSKmOQ HEATHEN comments, "Thanks to all of the HEATHEN fans and headbangers everywhere for your legendary patience over the last 10 years. The moment has finally arrived, and we are very proud to share our new creation with you via the best metal label on the planet, Nuclear Blast Records! Without the support of the fans, heavy metal would have no voice. So lift your fucking glasses high, grab your copy of 'Empire Of The Blind', and in the immortal words of Rich Burch, 'bang that head that doesn’t bang!' Cheers!" Empire of the Blind was for the...

EVILDEAD Releases New Single and Lyric Video For "The Descending" New Album "United States of Anarchy" Out October 30th via SPV/Steamhammer US Thrash Metal legends EVILDEAD released their first single and lyric video for the song "The Descending" today. The song is taken from their new studio album "United $tate$ Of Anarchy". You can watch the video here: https://youtu.be/iymQSXWihVs United States Of Anarchy will be released as a CD DigiPak version, LP version, exclusive bundle version with shirt (only at the Steamhammer shop) download and stream through SPV/Steamhammer: https://Evildead.lnk.to/UnitedStatesOfAnarchy/ LINE UP: Albert Gonzales – Rhythm/Lead Guitars Juan Garcia – Rhythm/Lead Guitars Rob Alaniz – Drums Phil Flores – Lead Vocals Karlos Medina – Bass

English metal legends CARCASS are back with their first collection of new music in 7 years, “Despicable,” coming October 30th via Nuclear Blast. Today, the band has released a new song titled "The Long And Winding Bier Road" at the link below. WATCH THE OFFICIAL TRACK STREAM FOR “THE LONG AND WINDING BIER ROAD”: https://youtu.be/9RrHQalvhbA Commenting on the song, founding vocalist/bassist Jeff Walker states: “The gift that keeps on giving, if you want it or not. Please try not to stare this gift horse too hard in the mouth….another song from the forthcoming EP taken from the new album recording session…..don’t worry there are still unreleased songs with even dafter titles!” The lords of death and grind’s new EP “Despicable” offers fans a taste of the brutality...

Initially released on September 20, 1980 in the UK, BLIZZARD OF OZZ marked OZZY's debut studio album (following his departure from Black Sabbath); the expanded digital 40th anniversary edition is set for release September 18 on Sony/Legacy. The new package includes OZZY hits: "Crazy Train," which will hit certified 5x platinum status to coincide with its September release date; the gold-certified (in four countries) "Mr. Crowley" (both of which feature Randy Rhoads on guitar); along with "Suicide Solution," plus live versions of seven tracks that are currently unavailable digitally. The record was ultimately certified 5x platinum and was ranked #9 on Rolling Stone's list of "100 Greatest Metal Albums of All Time" in the U.S.; platinum (or multi-platinum) in another 12 countries and gold in...

ACCEPT ARE BACK! We will release the debut single as a harbinger to our upcoming studio album on October 2nd, 2020, via Nuclear Blast. Single title: "The Undertaker“. The track is a catchy mid-tempo number with an eerie build that seeps into your skull, accompanied by stirring vocals from Mark Tornillo. It’s sure to deliver some memorable live moments! According to Wolf Hoffmann, it‘s one of the most notable and brilliant pieces on the album. At the same time as the single, an accompanying video will be released on October 2nd, 2020. The single will be a 2-Track single featuring a previously unreleased live version of “Life´s A Bitch” recorded in Oulu/Finland in 2019 and will be released digitally as well as a limited edition...

The nineties were a testing time for many of rock’s iconic leaders of the seventies. The nostalgia era that is now an industry of its own had yet to really come to prominence and many of the musicians who were there at rock’s dawn were left floundering as the new decade rolled around and an innovative and fresh wave of ‘alternative’ rock dominated the music world. None of this phased  Black Sabbath bassist  Geezer Butler however, who, as chief master of the heavy metal originators heavyweight bottom-end and the lyrics that gave voice to the monolithic riffs that the band made their trademark, didn’t rest on his laurels and created three solo albums of forward-thinking new music throughout those years. 1995 saw the release of his first solo album,...

Jeffrey Nothing has released a brand new music video for the track, "Paint the Whole Dream Evil". The band features former members of Mushroomhead, Motograter, and SKIN. https://youtu.be/bSm1TDXBTlk Jeffrey Nothing is: Jeff Hatrix - Vocals Ian D Sniesak - Vocals Thomas Church - Guitar Noah "Shark" Robertson - Drums Steven Lee Adams - Bass Video link: https://youtu.be/bSm1TDXBTlk Connect w/ Jeffrey Nothing: Official Site: http://www.JeffreyNothing.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JeffreyNothing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JeffreyNothing Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/JeffreyNothin...

TO:                                                           DATE: SEPT. 18, 2020 FROM: Special Agent-in-Charge (SAC) Mat Mitchell, Special Agent-in-Charge Carina Round (SAC), and Special Agent-in-Training Maynard James Keenan SUBJECT: Existential Reckoning (Oct. 30, Alchemy Recordings/Puscifer Entertainment/BMG; https://Puscifer.lnk.to/ExistentialReckoning), “The Underwhelming” (https://Puscifer.lnk.to/TheUnderwhelming), and Billy D. disappearance Reports out of Jerome, Ariz. confirm the impending arrival of Existential Reckoning, a 12-song album from the special agents operating under code name Puscifer. The release is scheduled for an Oct. 30 arrival via Alchemy Recordings/Puscifer Entertainment/BMG. The agents, Mat Mitchell (guitar, bass, keys) and Carina Round (vocals, keys), with agent-in-training Maynard James Keenan (vocals, stories) a.k.a. Dick Merkin, preview the forthcoming release...

"'Cause love is changing like the seasons, changing like the tides It's somehow like the days turn into nights“ German pioneers of European gothic metal CREMATORY have released a heart-wrenching version of the 90s ballad “Like The Tides” along with an atmospherically arranged music video. With the cover version of this !distain classic, CREMATORY showcases another aspect of their musical expertise. The accompanying audio-visual features original !distain shots leading up to a vigorous symbiosis of expressive CREMATORY ambience and Connie Andreszka’s vocals. CREMATORY is well known for their harsh wave of industrial metal and gothic dimness – but this cover version proves that they are maintaining versatility in the latest stage of their long career. The black and white music video presents both their passion for music and the melodic side of CREMATORY’s musical identity. Their latest release, Unbroken, connects all shades -...

Vocalist Jeff Scott Soto has announced that his new solo album, "Wide Awake (In My Dreamland)" will be released on November 6, 2020 via Frontiers Music Srl. Produced by and written with Alessandro Del Vecchio, the release is the best of all the combined worlds of Soto's previous solo albums and will delight his loyal melodic rock following. "Alessandro and I made sure to revisit the best of what my overall fans love and expect of me while adding some other influences and contemporary sounds. This lucky number 7 for me is one of my favorite releases to date!' says Soto. Fans can get their first taste of new music via the new single, 'Love's Blind'. Listen on your favorite streaming service at the link...

To celebrate the release day of his first-ever solo album, GRAMMY® Award-winning singer / songwriter, Corey Taylor has announced that he and his band will be make history on October 2nd with Forum Or Against ‘Em, a global streaming event of epic proportions shot at iconic Los Angeles venue, The Forum. Tickets for this historic pay-per-view streaming event are on sale now from watch.thecoreytaylor.com. Fans can also purchase ticket bundles that include a t-shirt, hoodie, poster, and access to watch an exclusive Corey Taylor acoustic set. A limited number of one-on-one video chats with Corey Taylor are also available with some bundles. Forum Or Against ‘Em will be a full arena production complete with a visual feast of pyrotechnics, a stacked set list featuring all tracks from CMFT, select fan-favorite cuts from Taylor’s Slipknot and Stone Sour catalogues, a handful of covers and an incendiary guest performance from rock...

On Saturday, October 10th at 1PM PST//4PM EST//10PM CET, Armored Saint will host a live record release show online for Punching The Sky. Set to take place at the Whisky A Go Go in Hollywood, CA, Armored Saint will be performing a full set, including 4 new songs from Punching the Sky. Additionally, the band will be answering select questions from fans who submit them via a post on their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/thearmoredsaint https://youtu.be/k4bAwDmT7ME $10 tickets, plus exclusive event merch bundles, are available now at armoredsaint.veeps.com. Fans who purchase a ticket can access the footage and bundles until November 9th. See below for all ticket-bundle options: --ticket + signed CD of Punching the Sky  --ticket + exclusive event tee --ticket + exclusive event tee and signed CD of Punching the Sky  Leaders and stalwarts...

On October 2nd, Six Feet Under will release their seventeenth full-length, Nightmares Of The Decomposed, via Metal Blade Records. For a preview of Nightmares Of The Decomposed, a lyric video for the new single, "Zodiac". https://youtu.be/VX9RCYgMJWc The first single, "Amputator", can be heard at: metalblade.com/sixfeetunder - where the record can also be pre-ordered in the following formats: - jewelcase-CD - digipak-CD (EU exclusive) - ltd. box set (incl. digipak CD, bonus CD, flag, face mask) - 180g black vinyl (EU exclusive) - dark viole(n)t marbled vinyl (EU exclusive - limited to 500 copies) - grey / blue marbled vinyl (EU exclusive - limited to 300 copies) - blood red / white marbled vinyl (EMP exclusive - limited to 200 copies) - bloody pale skin marbled vinyl (US exclusive) - clear red...