The Lemonheads are back today with "Deep End" b/w "Sad Cinderella," available now via Fire Records. The double-sided single heralds the impending arrival of Love Chant, the iconic band's first album of all-new original material in almost two decades, due out in the Fall.
"Deep End" is joined by an official music video, filmed on location in Sao Paulo, Brazil, by directors Carlao Busato and Luigi Parisi, streaming now on YouTube. A limited-edition 12" vinyl version of the single will be released on June 13. (continue)
President have revealed single, "In The Name Of The Father," the debut proclamation - a raw meditation on existential fear and the inevitability of death, referencing the "King of Terrors." Dark, unflinching, and deeply cathartic, it's the first glimpse into a world PRESIDENT are only beginning to reveal.
"Something has been stirring. A growing noise, a ripple through the republic of the underground. We called. You listened. Your curiosity, your questions, your conversation... We have witnessed it all. Here, we make our first proclamation. 'In The Name Of The Father' This is the first crack in the surface. This is your PRESIDENT. We'll be seeing you soon. Godspeed" (continue)
Faster Pussycat are shifting into high gear and revving things up with their brand new single 'Motorbike,' out now. The adrenaline-fueled track is available to stream on all major streaming platforms.
In true Faster Pussycat fashion, 'Motorbike' captures the gritty, fast-lane energy that has made the band icons of the late-'80s hard rock scene, delivering a roaring joy ride of sleaze, swagger and attitude. (continue)
Shoegaze/blackened metal crew vide just released their new EP "decorated in spiderweb" and a music video for the title track. The EP is the follow up to our 2023 album, The Parish.
The track and accompanying music video evoke feelings about being stuck, trapped and tangled in the web of life. The push and pull just to invite the spider closer. Sonically, the track was heavily influenced by the dark 90s style shoegaze of My Bloody Valentine. (continue)
Poison frontman Bret Michaels was forced to postpone his concert at the Amp at Logstill in Kentucky on Friday night (May 16th) after a series of tornadoes hit the region.
Bret shared, "To my family, friends & fans in the Midwest & especially in St. Louis, Missouri & Kentucky, my heart soul & prayers go out to all those affected by these devastating tornadoes. (continue)
Veteran rockers Foreigner took to social media to announce that they will be performing on the season finale of The Voice this coming Tuesday night (May 20th).
The band shared the following via their official Facebook page, "Excited to perform on the season finale of The Voice as a guest performer, alongside incredible artists like Alicia Keys, Kelly Clarkson, James Bay, and more. (continue)
Josh Freese revealed in a social media post that the Foo Fighters fired him as their drummer. Freese, who took the place of late drummer Taylor Hawkins, says that he is a "bit shocked and disappointed" by the band's move.
He wrote the following message to fans, "The Foo Fighters called me Monday night to let me know they've decided 'to go in a different direction with their drummer.' No reason was given. :( (continue)
Building upon the success of their last Top 25 single "Dead Inside" that spent 22 weeks on the chart, Las Vegas rockers Velvet Chains are back with a revitalized lineup and new single "Ghost In The Shell."
The latest single is set to build upon the success the band now comprised of Chaz Terra (vocals), Phillip Paulsen (guitars/backing vocals), Von Boldt (guitars/backing vocals), Nils Goldschmidt (bass/backing vocals) and Jason Hope (drums) has garnered already at rock radio. (continue)
Maneskin frontman Damiano David has today released his highly anticipated debut solo album Funny Little Fears, out now via Sony Music Italy / Arista. The album is available digitally and physically in several formats on vinyl and CD.
Marking a bold and defiant new chapter in Damiano's career and artistry, Funny Little Fears sees the acclaimed artist break the molds of expectation, both sonically and lyrically, defy genre boundaries, and bravely journey deep within the confides of his own mind as he confronts his fears. (continue)
Cheaper Than Cheep, a never-before-seen concert film by Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention, filmed at the height of their powers in their modest Hollywood rehearsal space on June 21, 1974, will be released June 27 via Zappa Records/UMe. The film is being previewed with the full, electrifying performance of "RDNZL," one of Zappa's signature tunes during this era, and a showcase for musician Ruth Komanoff Underwood who astounds on marimba in this unreleased arrangement.
Cheaper Than Cheep was directed and produced by Ahmet Zappa and produced by Frank Zappa and Zappa Vaultmeister Joe Travers. The project was a labor of love for Ahmet who has a special connection to this period of his father's music, having been born just a month prior. (continue)
Giant are excited to announce the release of their new album 'Stand And Deliver,' via Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate the release, the band has shared a new track, "It's Not Right." This single is accompanied by a visualizer.
GIANT is entering a powerful new chapter in their storied career, featuring a fresh lineup that propels the band's signature sound to exhilarating new heights. (continue)
The Rasmus hold nothing back on their new track, the toxic love-themed "Break These Chains" ft. Niko Vilhelm of Blind Channel. Driven by the band's signature blend of dark atmospheres and anthemic melodies, the emotionally gripping song is taken from the album WEIRDO. It arrives September 12, marking their 11th studio album and first for Better Noise Music.
"'Break These Chains' is about a toxic relationship," says singer Lauri Ylonen, who digs his teeth into such lethal lyrics as "You made me believe/That true passion makes you bleed/So I stayed too long/To play your twisted games." Lauri wrote the song with revered hit songwriters/producers Marti Frederiksen and Desmond Child. "It's about letting go of something that you know is bad for you, but you're obsessed with." (continue)
Solence have released a lyric video for their new song "Where Were You?", which is the first single from their forthcoming album "Angels Calling" that will arrive via Better Music on October 3rd.
SRO shared these details: The world can be cruel, but electronic metal group Solence offers a simple cure. The charming quartet of high-energy Swedes is defined as much by their endless optimism as their boundless talent. Their upcoming fifth album, ANGELS CALLING, combines big pop hooks and electro savvy with the heavy yet melodic intensity of trailblazing Swedish metal into a distinctive international sound equal parts hypnotic and uplifting. (continue)
Czech Republic punk powerhouse Krang have announced that they will be launching a U.S. tour next month. The band blends 90s skatepunk with pop-culture chaos. They're not just messing around-they're serious about the craft.
Born in 2014, Krang started as a fun project between four friends obsessed with legends like Millencolin, Descendents, and Bad Religion. But what started as a lark quickly turned into something way bigger. Their breakout EP smashed it, especially with the viral music video for "OK USA!", inspired by Bloodspor (yes, the Jean-Claude Van Damme classic), which even JCVD shared on his socials. From there, they tore through Europe, Mexico, Central America, Israel, Japan, and the US, building a loyal following. They even scored the chance to support punk icons Useless ID on tour. Keep an eye on Krang-they're just getting started. (continue)
What's my age again? Riot Fest is turning the big 2-0, and to celebrate it's throwing the biggest party yet, headlined by Green Day, Blink-182, Weezer, Jack White, and a total of over 90 bands performing throughout the festival weekend. "I just wanted to put a show together with all of my favorite bands", festival founder Michael Petryshyn reminisced before the inaugural Riot Fest back in 2005.
Throughout the next 20 years, the festival has grown to become one of the biggest independent festivals in the country, known for eclectic lineups, high-profile band reunions, full album plays, and even a butter sculpture tribute to John Stamos. (continue)
How We Feel recently released their new single "Ready For War" and video that was directed by Jake Cole in Canton, Ohio (Home of the Pro Football Hall Of Fame). To celebrate Chris Bianchi tells us about the track and visual. Here is the story:
"Ready For War" is a song that came from the heart. The song stems from the struggles that we all face in our daily lives. Be it in relationships, money, or other circumstances we all have things that can be tough deal with. (continue)
Welcome To Rockville organizers have revealed that they have recruited a legendary punk band to replace Alice in Chains at the music festival taking place this weekend in Daytona Beach, Fl.
Alice in Chains were forced to pull out of their performance at the event after drummer Sean Kinney suffered a medical emergency. Danny Wimmer Presents' namesake took to social media with Daytona 500 promoter Frank Kelliher to reveal So Cal punk icons Social Distortion will be taking over the slot. (continue)
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Metallica are gearing up for the special anniversary editions of their "Load" album and are priming fans by sharing a 1995 live performance of the track "2 x 4" that was captured at the Astoria 2 in London.
They shared via social media, "August 23, 1995: A little over four years after the release of The Black Album, a small crowd at the Astoria 2 in London was the first to hear 'new'" Metallica music. Led by James' Ulta-Mullet, we launched into '2 x 4,' a greasy groove about a piece of wood." (continue)
Kings of Thrash, the acclaimed union of Megadeth alumni David Ellefson (bass) and Jeff Young (guitar), plus Chaz Leon (vocals, guitar) and Dead Groove/BulletBoys drummer Fred Aching, with special guest (and fellow ex-Megadeth-er) Chris Poland, return to the fray with a stunning new single, and a dramatic shift in attitude, too.
The band, after all, is most renowned as the sonic spark that detonated one of the recent past's most incendiary live albums, the mighty The Mega Years reinvention of Megadeth's first and three studio LPs, Killing Is My Business...And Business Is Good (1985) and So Far, So Good...So What? (1988), plus highlights from the intervening Peace Sells...But Who's Buying! (1986). The albums, in other words, upon which the entire thrash metal genre was built and defined in the first place (continue)
Multi-platinum hard rock powerhouse Five Finger Death Punch are celebrating their 20th anniversary with the release of "Best Of - Volume 1", a collection of re-recorded versions of their most iconic chart-topping songs. This move comes in response to the recent sale of the band's original master recordings by their former label, an action made without their knowledge or the opportunity to reclaim their own work.
Founding guitarist Zoltan Bathory says: "We would have loved to have a shot at reclaiming our masters, or at least to be involved in the transaction but we found out after the fact. Surprised, but not surprised. These kinds of behind closed doors deals have become far too common in the music industry. (continue)
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Pop Evil deliver a surprise cover of Simple Minds' classic '80s hit "Don't You (Forget About Me)." The track is reimagined through a minimalist lens from their "unleaded" performance at their album release event with SiriusXM Octane. This marks the first time that Pop Evil has ever commercially released a cover song in their career.
"There is such a special story connected to this piece for so many people worldwide," reflects singer Leigh Kakaty. "What started off meaningful as one thing, when they were young, now holds a much deeper weight. It's tied to an entire lifetime of choices, experiences, and moments. We are shining a light on a new way of discovering these lyrics and asking the deepest of questions. A question we all ask: "Will we be remembered?" (continue)
Continuing their meteoric return, Linkin Park present the Deluxe Edition of their acclaimed album FROM ZERO, out now on Warner Records. The band notably extended and expanded the original chart-topping record with three brand new tracks, including the latest "Let You Fade."
Capping off this body of work, the cathartic closer doubles as an emotional highpoint boosted by the interplay between Mike Shinoda and Emily Armstrong over the ebb-and-flow of the song's heavy intro and hushed bridge. "'Let You Fade' is a favorite among the band members and our friends," said Armstrong. "It's got a deep emotional side but still a ton of energy, and we can't wait to add it to the setlist for the summer." (continue)
The rumors are true - Lorna Shore are back in 2025 with new music and a new tour to lay their stake as one of the most impressive extreme metal acts to emerge in recent memory.
After a mysterious billboard appeared on the New Jersey Turnpike in the band's hometown, Lorna Shore today confirms that their new album I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me is set for release on September 12 via Century Media Records. It's led by the blistering first single "Oblivion" and a music video, directed by Dylan Hryciuk of Versa Films. (continue)
Genre-blending duo Magenta Moon recently released their new single "Pick Up", and to celebrate we asked Elaina Whitesell and Joey Petrarca to tell us about the track. Here is the story:
Elaina: Ten years ago, I fell asleep drunk on a double-decker bus and rode an hour past my stop. When I woke up and got off, I heard some Brits talking sh*t, and I was stranded on the side of the road, in the middle of nowhere, praying a bus would come back the other way. I knew the cellular bill would be steep, but I turned my data on and called Joey. Despite the time and continental divide, he picked up, and suddenly the whole situation seemed really funny. Then a bus came and brought me back to my flat. We wrote this song imagining the events from ten years ago as if they were happening now. It turned into an upbeat, synth-heavy goth cabaret track that captures the deep yearning through time and space. (continue)
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