The Damned cofounder Brian James has died at age of 70, his family shared via social media. The legendary band are credited with releasing the very first UK punk single, "New Rose". After parting ways with The Damned, Brian also found success with The Lords of the New Church.
Brian's family shared the following on his official Facebook page, "It is with great sadness that we announce the death of one of the true pioneers of music, guitarist, songwriter, and true gentleman, Brian James. (continue)
Robert Jon & The Wreck return with their brand-new single, "Long Gone," a fiery, emotionally charged track co-written with the legendary John Oates (Hall & Oates) and produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Dave Cobb (Chris Stapleton, Rival Sons, Brandi Carlile).
Now available on all major streaming platforms, "Long Gone" showcases the band's ability to fuse raw, bluesy storytelling with the kind of soaring melodies and rock-and-roll grit that have made them a force in the modern rock landscape. (continue)
British metal pioneers, Raging Speedhorn, have released their brand-new studio album 'Night Wolf' via Spinefarm. Gordon Morison comments: "We've been blown away by the responses to both 'Night Wolf' and 'Every Night's Alright For Fighting', and seeing the excitement from the fans ahead of today has been amazing.
"Making 'Night Wolf' was a joy, and we're excited to hit the road today with Hit The Lights! If you haven't grabbed a ticket yes, don't miss out. These dates are going to be pure f***ing chaos!" (continue)
Los Angeles-based rockers The Wrecks have delivered a new single called "Speed". The track comes from their forthcoming album, "INSIDE", which will arrive on April 11th. Republic Records shared the following details:
"Speed" immediately captivates as an insidiously infectious and identifiable banger. Lightly strummed clean guitar dissolves into a frenetic beat on the verses, mirroring the anxiety in the lyrics. Right out of the gate, frontman Nick Anderson admits, "My heart is palpitating irregularly. Sometimes, I wonder...I wonder if my meds are taking me." (continue)
Mastodon sent shockwaves through their fanbase by revealing that they had parted ways with lead guitarist Brent Hinds after 25 years. The also assured fans that this will not have an impact on their upcoming tour plans.
The group shared the following message about the big change, "Friends and Fans, After 25 monumental years together, Mastodon and Brent Hinds have mutually decided to part ways. (continue)
Rock from the Heart with sponsors Sanford Health and 107.9 The Fox are excited to announce that Sebastian Bach, former frontman of the iconic band Skid Row, will headline the Rock from the Heart Benefit Concert on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Avalon Events Center in Fargo, ND.
This annual event supports Rock from the Heart's mission to raise awareness of aortic and heart valve disease while bringing together the community through the power of music. (continue)
Coinciding with their ongoing "Myths Of Fate" European tour, symphonic Viking horde Leaves' Eyes are pleased to announce that their ship has landed at the shores of Reigning Phoenix Music. Making a pact with the subversive metal label, the leading German metallers have found a welcoming new home for their future musical endeavours.
Leaves' Eyes founder/vocalist Alex Krull states: "We're really happy to share such fantastic news: Leaves' Eyes have signed a long-term record deal with Reigning Phoenix Music! Being united with many companions and friends makes working with RPM very special to me! We're looking forward to entering the next level with Sven, Jochen, Gerardo and the whole RPM family - we couldn't be more excited! The Southern German metal empire strikes back!" (continue)
Wolves at the Gate have revealed a music video for their brand new single "Parasite", and have announced that they will be releasing their new studio album, "Wasteland", on May 30 via Solid State Records.
Vocalist/guitarist Steve Cobucci shared, "Throughout the whole album, we are exploring different concepts through the lens of a broader narrative and story. With 'Parasite,' we wanted to write a song that explores the relationship between a parasite and its host. It's such a powerful metaphor for the way that we all relate with our own weaknesses, tendencies, and sin. (continue)
Oceanside Countryside is the latest of Neil Young's great "lost" albums to be released as part of his Analog Original Series (AOS). The album was recorded from May to December 1977, preceding the release of Comes A Time in 1978. The two albums share the same country/folk sound, and three songs ("Goin' Back," "Human Highway" and "Field of Opportunity") appear on both albums.
The vinyl and digital versions are available today via Reprise Records. The stand alone CD release will follow on April 25. Click HERE to order. The vinyl release of Oceanside Countryside includes some tracks that are on the CD of the same name in Neil Young's Archives Vol. III. However, this track list is how Oceanside Countryside was originally planned to be released and finally will be made available on vinyl for the first time ever. Recorded on tape, these are the original mixes done at the time of recording. (continue)
Mercury Prize Award-winning and BRIT Award-nominated UK band English Teacher return to the road in North America for a much-anticipated fall 2025 headline tour.
The band, who closed out 2024 with a whirlwind of critical acclaim, including a cover with Notion Magazine, profiles in The Standard, Sunday Times and British Vogue, in addition to outlets like NME, Consequence, PASTE and more spotlighting them across coveted "Best Of 2024" year end lists, will kick off the tour on September 9 in Seattle, WA at Madame Lou's. From there they head down the West Coast with a stop on September 13 in Los Angeles, CA at The Roxy, and conclude on September 21 in Atlanta, GA at Shaky Knees Music Festival. (continue)
As Anberlin continues their celebration of Never Take Friendship Personal, the alternative outfit released a new music video for "A Day Late" from their quintessential album celebrating its twenty year anniversary, now featuring Matty Mullins on vocals. Directed by Jacob Moniz & Nate Young, the music video was filmed at the start of tour.
After their highly anticipated performance at last year's When We Were Young Festival in Las Vegas, NV, featuring a surprise collaboration on stage with Stephen Christian, Anberlin announced they'll be hitting the road this Spring on a headlining tour to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of Never Take Friendship Personal. In addition, Copeland will be joining them to perform In Motion in its entirety. The Dangerous Summer, Spitalfield and Madina Lake will also support on select dates. (continue)
Gypsy Pistoleros have released a crazy Jay Shredder produced Zombie video for their brand new track "Last Train To Nowhere", which comes from forthcoming Dave Draper produced (Ginger, The Wildhearts, Kerbdog ,Mike Monroe, Terrorvision, etc) MONSTER album 'Church of the Pistoleros' that comes out May 2nd.
The band had this to say about the track, "Last Train to Nowhere is an anthem for a generation stuck in limbo, watching the world burn while waiting for some-thing-anything-to change. (continue)
Spiritbox, the trailblazing progressive heavy metal force, have released their awaited sophomore album, Tsunami Sea, today via Pale Chord / Rise Records. The album arrives as a tidal wave of innovation, cementing the band's status as one of the most dynamic and forward-thinking acts in modern heavy music.
Building on the momentum of their critically acclaimed debut, Eternal Blue, Tsunami Sea showcases Spiritbox at their most daring and refined. The album is a masterclass in sonic exploration, blending crushing heaviness, ethereal melodies, and intricate songwriting into a cohesive and unforgettable listening experience. (continue)
The Oracle, Godsmack's fifth album, was the band's third consecutive number one on the Billboard 200. The record's first single, the adrenalized "Cryin' Like a Bitch," became an anthem for the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship).
The Oracle is a special entry in the Godsmack catalog, as it's the band's first album written entirely collaboratively. It is also Godsmack's first album produced by Dave Fortman, who produced both of Evanescence's multi-platinum albums, along with albums by Superjoint Ritual, Mudvayne, Otep, Simple Plan, and Slipknot. (continue)
(hennemusic) Motorhead is streaming video of a vintage Top Of The Pops performance of the classic Motown track, "Leaving Here", as part of the band's 50th anniversary celebrations.
"Here's some more gold from the BBC, Top Of The Pops archive," says the band. "Performed on 1st May 1980." Originally a US Top 30 hit on the R&B charts for Eddie Holland in 1963, Motorhead released its version of "Leaving Here" as its debut single in 1977. (continue)
Long Beach rockers OF LIMBO just released a new song and video called "Joke's On You", and to celebrate we asked Jake Davis to tell us about the track and homemade visual. Here is the story:
He said of the single: "Joke's On You" is about recognizing gaslighting techniques in a relationship. You see the person feigning tears and storming off expecting you to chase after them. (continue)
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