Frontiers Music is proud to announce the signing of glam-metal trailblazers Zinny J. Zan and Harry Cody — founding members of Shotgun Messiah — reunited after 35 years. Welcome Zan/Cody to the family!
With a legacy built on rebellion, raw energy, and attitude, the duo is back in the studio, ready to pick up where they left off. Their 1989 self-titled debut helped define a generation of high-octane rock, and now they return with brand new music that stays true to their hard-hitting roots while embracing the grit of today’s rock landscape.
Expect swagger and uncompromising rock & roll spirit.
March 3, 2026 – Held., the trio featuring Douglas Robinson and Sal Mignano of The Sleeping, alongside Coheed And Cambria’s Josh Eppard, have released “CONSTANT TENSION” (https://held.ffm.to/constanttension), the second preview from their forthcoming debut album, GREY (May 15, MNRK Heavy).
The five-minute track arrives on the heels of the band’s debut single, “NEW YOU ANTHEM FT. FRANK IERO,” which Revolver praised for its “lightning-strike guitar… and thunderous drums,” Alternative Press dubbed as “rousing,” and idobi called a “dazzling post-hardcore tune.”
Where Held.’s introduction leaned into catharsis through connection, “CONSTANT TENSION” presents a more unsettled dynamic. Directed by Adam Thomson, the accompanying video builds on the story arc introduced with “NEW YOU ANTHEM,” providing a sci-fi-esque visual companion to the themes behind GREY.
“CONSTANT TENSION’ stems from an everlasting battle within myself to embrace who I am via internal reflection,” Robinson explains. “It’s all of my strengths fighting against all of my weaknesses. There is a ‘constant tension,’ a violent push and pull within my mind every single day. I let myself down so much, to the point where I often feel like I have to somewhat abandon myself and step outside to try and see the bigger picture, but the hurt inside of me pulls me back into my own thoughts. I go completely blank to try and focus, which oddly enough resorts to more tension, and more clouded thoughts. It feels like an endless cycle. The lyrics to ‘CONSTANT TENSION’ mirror all of this.”
The band has also announced an intimate GREY listening party this Thursday, March 5, at Selva in Brooklyn. Held. will be on hand from 7 to 10 p.m. and no RSVP is required.
On GREY, Held. channel decades of collective experience into a debut that reflects both creative evolution and personal reckoning. “The album as a whole truly feels like it’s everything I have ever wanted to write in my time growing as a musician,” Robinson says. “This record has, in many ways, healed me…. or, it’s at least trying to.”
Produced and mixed by Jon Markson (Drug Church, Drain, The Story So Far), GREY was recorded at the Animal Farm in Flemington, N.J.
Album pre-orders, including multiple limited-edition vinyl variants, are available now: https://held.ffm.to/grey.
Held. is Douglas Robinson (vocals/guitar), Sal Mignano (bass) and Josh Eppard (drums)
We’re proud to welcome Tesla to the Frontiers Music family.
More than 40 years on from their early days as a California club band, Tesla continue to do what great bands are meant to do: make music that matters.
Drawing inspiration from icons like Elvis Presley, Freddie Mercury, Sam Cooke, David Ruffin, Etta James, and James Brown, their new music showcases the musical dynamics Tesla have built over decades and puts a deserved spotlight on Jeff Keith’s remarkable vocal range and expression.
To Tesla, to the songs that shaped them, and to the fans who’ve been there all along — welcome to Frontiers Music!
Following the release of their critically-acclaimed, twelfth studio album Leo Rising, Canada’s DANKO JONES continue their roaring celebrations with the launch of the new music video for “I Love It Louder” and unveil dates for the “Rising Tour 2026“. Released through PERCEPTION – A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music and Sonic Unyon (Canada), Leo Rising may be their most electrifying and uplifting record yet, and is certain to energize venues across Europe and the UK this fall.
DANKO JONES comments on the forthcoming tour: “We are bursting at the seams to let the world know we are going out on the road this fall to play our songs for you! Our new album, Leo Rising, is just too fun to play live for us to stop, so get your tickets now before they’re all gone (like our last fall tour). See you on the road!! And we’re taking out SPLIT DOGS to open up the tour so you know this tour is gonna rule!!”
Tour Dates: 12.10 · Potsdam (DE) · Waschhaus 13.10 · Nürnberg (DE) · Löwensaal 14.10 · Vienna (AT) · Flex 15.10 · Budapest (HU) · A38 16.10 · Bucharest (RO) · Quantic 17.10 · Sofia (BG) · Pirotska 5 Event Center 19.10 · Cluj (RO)· Form Space 21.10 · Zagreb (HR) · Vintage Industrial Bar 22.10 · Ljubljana (SI) · Kino Siska 23.10 · Salzburg (AT) · Hi Rockhouse 27.10 · Oberhausen (DE) · Turbinenhalle 2 28.10 · Ghent (BE) · Handelsbeurs 29.10 · Frankfurt (DE) · Batschkapp 30.10 · Haarlem (NL) · Patronaat 31.10 · Tilburg (NL) · Next StagE 01.11 · Leeuwarden (NL) · Neusoorn 03.11 · Saarbrücken (DE) · Garage 05.11 · London (UK) · Garage* 07.11 · Manchester (UK) · Rebellion*
Special guest: LOS PEPES (without SPLIT DOGS)
Produced to perfection by longtime collaborator Eric Ratz, the trio’s new studio offering Leo Rising is a masterclass in sweat-soaked, no-nonsense rock. Packed with razor-sharp riffs, thunderous rhythms, and infectious hooks, the album reaffirms that DANKO JONES are keeping rock alive by doing it better than anyone else.
John Calabrese laid down bass tracks from Finland, Rich Knox flew to Toronto to record drums, and Danko worked with producer Eric Ratz in the same city to capture vocals and guitars. Despite recording separately once again, the band’s chemistry is unmistakable. The result is pure DANKO JONES: tight, loud, and built for the stage.
Helsinki’s very own hard rocking quintet Wishing Well have today released a brand new “Valley Of Darkness”single off their new Playing With Fire album, out on March 13th. The song is a fast and furious opening track off their new album and a perfect example of classic Wishing Well sound, featuring Hammond organ, melodic guitar solos and strong vocals with haunting lyrics.
The song is released together with an effective black and white video, that greatly supports the song’s cinematic atmosphere. “Valley Of Darkness” was written by Anssi Korkiakoski, the guitarist of Wishing Well. The song and the album were recorded in Magnusborg studios in Porvoo by Marko Kataja. The music video was filmed and edited by Jussi Koskinen.
Playing With Fire is Wishing Well’s fifth album on Inverse Records and we’ve had a great journey together for ten years. The band have gotten better and better album by album and the new record is once again a solid proof of their motivation, skills and determination”, says Jaakko Tarvainen, A&R Producer of Inverse Records.
He continues, “Valley Of Darkness is a song that represents Wishing Well very well and the new album will open many new doors and bring new opportunities and more fans for the band, that’s for sure. I’m very happy that a band like Wishing Well is in our roster, we keep going full steam ahead together.”
Playing With Fire Tracklist:
Valley Of Darkness
Rise And Shine
Train Of Thoughts
Let Me See The Light
March In The Dark
War Cry
Light Of Love
Peace And Love And Rock’n’Roll
When The Money Starts Rollin’ In
Playing With Fire album will be released on March 13th, 2026 and the band will play a record release gig at Semifinal Club in Helsinki on March 20th, supported by Finnish Led Zeppelin tribute band Let’s Eppelin.
Wishing Well are: Juha Kivikanto – drums Anssi Korkiakoski – guitars Matti Kotkavuori – bass Pepe Tamminen – vocals Arto Teppo – Hammond organ
East Nashville hard rock force KALAMITY KILLS has released its powerful new single, “These Days Are Evil,” an urgent and unflinching anthem confronting division, manipulation, and digital-age addiction while calling listeners back to human connection and personal responsibility.
Written primarily by frontman Jamie Rowe in late 2024 and completed in collaboration with guitarist Jamey Perrenot, the track captures a sense of cultural unrest and psychological tension that feels unmistakably current. Blending aggressive riffs, driving rhythms, and a massive, chant-ready chorus, “These Days Are Evil” stands as one of the band’s most focused and explosive releases to date.
“I wrote most of this song in late 2024 knowing it was something special,” says Rowe. “Putting it in Jamey Perrenot’s hands to take it across the finish line has resulted in my favorite KALAMITY KILLS track to date. Look, it’s no secret the world is in a dark place these days, but we have a say in how we treat others. I want to see the good in people. An act of kindness goes a long way right now. Maybe we all need to take a second away from our screens and show up for someone in the real world. That’s what this song is really about: waking up to the manipulation, refusing to be pawns in their game, and choosing connection over division. We can’t control the chaos around us, but we can control how we respond to it.”
The single explores themes of manufactured outrage, screen-driven identity, fear-based messaging, and the constant battle for attention and influence. At its core, however, the message is not despair but choice. While the world may feel unstable, the band emphasizes that individuals still control how they treat one another.
Emerging from East Nashville’s thriving rock underground, KALAMITY KILLS continues to build momentum with music that challenges as much as it energizes. “These Days Are Evil” reflects a band unafraid to confront uncomfortable truths while offering a path forward rooted in awareness and compassion.
New Jersey rock/metal torchbearers WHO ON EARTH return with a vengeance, unleashing their blistering new single “Vigilance,” accompanied by an incendiary official music video. The release follows the momentum of the band’s critically praised 2025 EP Smoke & Mirrors and signals the next chapter in their quest for world domination!
Commenting on the single, bassist Pete Rizzi says:
“Vigilance’ was written for one reason and one reason only: to deliver both a warning and a call to unity. As we become more divided as a country, the elite continue to gain wealth and power at our expense, unabated. This is a “we’ve had enough” cry from the urban streets of Trenton, NJ!“
“Vigilance” delivers a crushing preview of what WHO ON EARTH have in store for 2026: sharp riffs, thunderous rhythms, and unflinching intensity. The single arrives ahead of the band’s upcoming spring tour supporting FOZZY, where fans can experience the new material live. Tour dates and tickets are available now at: whoonearththeband.com/shows.
Follow the band for additional updates in the coming weeks!
WHO ON EARTH Tour Dates w/FOZZY:
May 8 – Charlotte, NC – Amos’ Southend May 9 – Waynesboro, VA – The Foundry May 12 – Philadelphia, PA – Underground Arts May 13 – Harrisburg, PA – Capitall City Music Hall May 15 – St. Charles, IL – Arcada Theatre May 16 – Flint, MI – The Machine Shop
Lineup: Coosh – Vocals Pete Rizzi – Bass Johnny James Barone – Guitar Jimmy Kocha – Guitar Howie Fallon – Drums
^ Thursday, February 26 – Highland, CA – Rockageddon at Yaamava’ Theater + Saturday, May 9 – Tulare, CA – Adventist Health Amphitheater + Friday, May 29 – Davenport, IA – River City Casino + Sunday, May 31 – Lake Charles, LA – L’Auberge Casino Resort + Saturday, Jun 13 – West Salem, WI – Maple Grove Venue ^ Friday, Aug 21 – Gatlinburg, TN – Gatlinburg ^ Sunday, Aug 23 – Orlando, FL – Hard Rock Café
“Godsmack’s BACK, and we’re celebrating “The Rise of Rock” across North America with special guests Stone Temple Pilots and Dorothy! Join us for a full night of rock n’ roll!”
GODSMACK — THE RISE OF ROCK WORLD TOUR 2026 DATES:
Thu May 7 – Daytona Beach, FL – Welcome to Rockville*† Sat May 9 – Camden, NJ @ MMRBQ† Sun May 10 – Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live Tue May 12 – Virginia Beach, VA @ Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater Thu May 14 – Charlotte, NC @ Truliant Amphitheater Sat May 16 – Raleigh, NC @ Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek Sun May 17 – Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple*† Tue May 19 – Franklin, TN @ FirstBank Amphitheater Thu May 21 – Alpharetta, GA @ Ameris Bank Amphitheatre Sat May 23 – Huntsville, AL @ Orion Amphitheater Sun May 24 – Orange Beach, AL @ The Wharf Amphitheater Wed May 27 – Irving, TX @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory Fri May 29 – Austin, TX @ Germania Insurance Amphitheater Sat May 30 – Houston, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Sponsored by Huntsman Fri Jun 12 – Kansas City, MO @ Morton Amphitheater Sun Jun 14 – St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheater Tue Jun 16 – Grand Rapids, MI @ Acrisure Amphitheater Thu Jun 18 – Noblesville, IN @ Ruoff Music Center Sat Jun 20 – Tinley Park, IL @ Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre Sun Jun 21 – Clarkston, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre Tue Jun 23 – Burgettstown, PA @ The Pavilion at Star Lake Wed Jun 24 – Toronto, ON @ RBC Amphitheatre Sat Jun 27 – Wantagh, NY @ Northwell at Jones Beach Theater Sun Jun 28 – Holmdel, NJ @ PNC Bank Arts Center Tue Jun 30 – Syracuse, NY @ Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview Thu Jul 2 – Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center Fri Jul 3 – Bangor, ME @ Maine Savings Amphitheater Sun Sep 6 – El Paso, TX @ Speaking Rock Casino**† Mon Sep 7 – Albuquerque, NM @ Isleta Amphitheater Wed Sep 9 – Denver, CO @ JUNKYARD Fri Sep 11 – Las Vegas, NV @ Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino**† Sat Sep 12 – Phoenix, AZ @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre – KUPD UFest* Tue Sep 15 – Chula Vista, CA @ North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre Thu Sep 17 – Anaheim, CA @ Honda Center Sat Sep 19 – Mountain View, CA @ Shoreline Amphitheatre Sun Sep 20 – Corning, CA @ Rolling Hills Casino and Resort**† Tue Sep 22 – Bend, OR @ Hayden Homes Amphitheater Thu Sep 24 – Auburn, WA @ White River Amphitheatre Sat Sep 26 – Nampa, ID @ Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater – KQXR XFest*
* Festival Performance ** Dorothy Only † Not A Live Nation Date
Switzerland’s rock heavyweights GOTTHARD return with a brand-new single, “Smiling in the Pouring Rain”, a stripped-down, heartfelt moment led by Nic Maeder’s warm, comforting voice. The song is about finding strength in hard times and remembering that the storm always passes.
The idea was to give it a positive vibe. Even if sometimes life could be sad, or sometimes even sadder. What you always have to keep in mind is that something good is always going to come sooner or later. So you have to keep believing in what you do, and especially in yourself. We’re trying to give a little bit of hope. That’s the idea behind this song.” — Leo Leoni
“This song is basically about life and the unexpected great things that can come out of bad times. Life can feel like a never-ending roller coaster, and this track is kind of our take on ‘Singing in the Rain’.” — Nic Maeder
“Smiling in the Pouring Rain” showcases once again GOTTHARD’s ability to craft emotionally resonant rock music that uplifts as much as it moves.
Nic Maeder (vocals), Leo Leoni (Guitar) Photo: Manuel Schütz
“Smiling in the Pouring Rain” will be included in GOTTHARD’s upcoming mini-album, More Stereo Crush, set for release on March 13, 2026, through RPM. Produced by Charlie Bauerfeind and Leo Leoni, mastered by Sascha “Busy” Bühren, and featuring artwork by Manuel Schütz and Thomas Ewerhard, the album continues to highlight the band’s signature mix of melodic hooks, powerful vocals, and rock-solid instrumentation.
More Stereo Crush – Tracklist:
Right Now
Ride The Wave
Liverpool [feat. Marc Storace]
Smiling In The Pouring Rain
Snafu
Don’t Miss The Call
Mayday
Burning Bridges [Radio Edit]
GOTTHARD Live:
06.06.2026, CH, Bellinzona, Nevermind Music Fest 07.06.2026, CZ, Plzen, Metalfest 03.07.2026, ES, Barcelona, Barcelona Rock Fest 05.07.2026, SWE, Knislinge, Time to Rock Festival 11.07.2026, BG, Mogilovo Village, Midalidare Rock 16.07.2026, D, Schopfheim, Sommersound 17.07.2026, A, Thüringerberg 18.07.2026, A, Innsbruck, Innsbruck Music Hall 23.07.2026, D, Tuttlingen, Honberg Sommer 24.07.2026, D, Mosbach, Rock FM Open Air 25.07.2026, D, Esslingen (Neckar), Burg Esslingen Open Air 22.08.2026, CH, Aarburg, Riverside 28.08.2026, CH, Arbon, SummerDays 29.08.2026, CH, Spiez, Seaside Festival 06.11.2026, CH, Fribourg, Bellarena
Even more headline dates added to the North American run with Sabaton. 2026 starts loud on the What Remains Tour. When we finally look up, will we see what we’ve become?
Tickets On Sale Friday • 10am Local.
Feb 12 – Biloxi, MS Apr 22 – Billings, MT Apr 24 – Dubuque, IA Apr 25 – East Moline, IL Apr 26 – Bloomington, IL Apr 28 – Kansas City, MO Apr 29 – Indianapolis, IN
The powerful new single is out now, taken from the upcoming album Phoenix, out April 10, 2026 via Art Of Melody Music / Burning Minds Music Group
Spanish melodic Hard Rock band XTASY open an exciting new chapter of their career with “Too Late”, their brand-new single out now on all digital platforms, together with the official lyric video.
“Too Late” is the first full statement from XTASY’s forthcoming studio album Phoenix, set for release on April 10, 2026, distributed worldwide by Art Of Melody Music / Burning Minds Music Group. The song perfectly captures the band’s renewed energy and sets the tone for what promises to be their most focused and ambitious release to date.
“Too Late” highlights everything that defines XTASY’s sound today. The track is co-written by Silvia Idoate, Carles Salse, Jorge Olloqui, and Erik Mårtensson, who also handled mixing and mastering at his Mass Destruction Studios in Sölleron, Sweden. The result is a song that combines emotional intensity with infectious hooks, representing what can be expected from the full album Phoenix.
Formed in Navarra, Spain, in 2011, XTASY have spent more than a decade building a solid international reputation across Europe and Japan through consistent releases, energetic live shows and a long-standing collaboration with Erik Mårtensson (Eclipse). Their upcoming album Phoenix represents the culmination of that journey: a collection of ten brand-new tracks, written during creative sessions in Sweden and showcasing a band at the peak of its creative confidence.
Phoenix also marks an important evolution in the band’s lineup, with the addition of Javi Herrero (Zenobia) on drums and David Zarzosa on bass, bringing fresh power, groove, and momentum to XTASY’s sound and live performances.
Following the success of their live CD/DVD Live of the Storm, which documented a 30+ date European tour, XTASY are now preparing to return to the stage with the Phoenix Tour, taking them across Europe throughout 2026. The tour will include festival appearances and club shows, further confirming XTASY as one of the most solid and exciting Melodic Hard Rock acts on the European Melodic Rock scene today.
Here are the first confirmed shows of the Phoenix tour:
21.02.26 – San Sebastian (ES) – Festival Heavy Jaia 14.05.26 – Barberaz (FR) – Brin de Zinc 15.05.26 – Basel (CH) – Valhalla Rock Bar 16.05.26 – Mels (St. Gallen) (CH) – Stage Am Bach 17.05.26 – Eisden-Maasmechelen (BE) – Ragnarok 19.05.26 – Dessau (DE) – Tbc 21.05.26 – Mörlenbach (DE) – Live Music Hall 22.05.26 – Aichach (DE) – Brandner Kaspar 23.05.26 – Lenzburg (CH) – Wisa Bar 16.10.26 – Vitoria (ES) – Urban Rock Concept 18.10.26 – Madrid (ES) – Rockville 21.11.26 – Pamplona (ES) – Canalla
With “Too Late” and Phoenix set for release on April 10, 2026, XTASY are ready to rise once again, stronger, sharper, and more determined than ever.
After almost three years away, The Hollywood Vampires are finally coming back to tour the UK and Europe!! Joining us in the UK are special guests The Jesus And Mary Chain and The Damned with more guests TBA for our EU shows.
Our Artist Pre-Sale starts on Tuesday 20th January at 10AM local at:
https://www.hollywoodvampires.com/ **Password: boogieman (Please note this password will ONLY work for the artist pre-sale not any outside party pre-sales.)
General On Sales start Friday 23rd January at 10AM local at hollywoodvampires.com
Extra special VIP packages will also be available in select markets – for info visit superfan.live/hollywoodvampires
“We’re looking forward to incredible crowds, massive energy and more unforgettable nights. See you all soon!”
Photo Credit – Mr. Cana Photography | L-R – Ben Chambert – Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals, Florian Arnaud – Rhythm Guitar, Backing Vocals, Benjamin Folch – Lead Vocals, Cerise Pouillart – Bass, Backing Vocals, Romain Chambert – Drums
French hard rock powerhouse HighWay is back with a vengeance. After the acoustic detour of The Journey (2022), the band returns louder, bolder, and more electric than ever with their sixth studio album, Last Call for Rock’N’Roll, set for release on April 24th, 2026.
The first single, “Hi-Way”, is now streaming and immediately sets the tone for what fans can expect: unstoppable riffs, soaring vocals, and the kind of raw energy that has defined HighWay’s sound for over two decades.
“We realized we’d never written a song called HighWay! All the greats, Motorhead, Iron Maiden, and Black Sabbath, have their eponymous track. So why not us? Musically, it’s a return to the big rock song with a groovy verse, a spooky orchestral bridge, and a riff that fans will love,” explains frontman Ben Chambert.
The single’s accompanying video introduces HighWay’s new line-up, showcasing the band’s explosive live energy. Joining founding brothers Ben and Romain are bassist Cerise Pouillard(formerly of AC/DC tribute Ladies Ballbreaker) and guitarist Florian Arnaud, whose addition brings twin-guitar firepower and massive backing vocals to the band’s stage sound.
Produced, mixed and mastered by Brett Caldas-Lima (Ayreon, Devin Townsend, Megadeth), the album features 12 brand-new tracks that blend power, melody, and emotion in a timeless hard rock spirit. From high-octane anthems like “Bang Bang!” and “Go! Go! Go!” to intimate ballads like “Mayday”, the record explores life’s highs and lows with authenticity and passion.
Track Listing: 1. LAST CALL (FOR ROCK N’ ROLL) – 5:13 2. HI-WAY – 4:40 3. ¡ BANG BANG! – 3:47 4. NINETIES ACTION MOVIE – 5:16 5. PEACE OUT – 5:44 6. MAYDAY – 4:25 7. GO! GO! GO! – 5:48 8. LET ME – 4:54 9. D.K/D.C – 3:16 10. RAT RACE – 6:00 11. ACTION – 4:32 12. (DON’T) LOOK BACK – 5:09 Album Length: 58:48
“Fans will be blown away by this record. After the acoustic break of The Journey (2022), we’re back to pure rock—100% electric, high voltage, but still full of melody, vocals, and surprises. Writing and recording these songs was a passionate process, and with producer Brett Caldas-Lima, we refined every detail. The lyrics are more personal and intimate than ever, reflecting real-life experiences we wanted to share. We feel more mature as songwriters, and we’re proud of this album on every level, songwriting, sound, and production.” – HighWay
Formed in 1999 after being inspired by AC/DC’s “Live at Donington, HighWay has played over 500 European shows, sharing stages with legends like Michael Schenker Group, Gotthard, Jeff Scott Soto, and Nashville Pussy. With influences ranging from AC/DC and Queen to Aerosmith and Guns N’ Roses, the band has carved out its place in the new wave of European Classic Hard Rock.
Now, with Last Call for Rock’N’Roll, HighWay is ready to take things to the next level, delivering a massive live sound, unforgettable hooks, and a renewed sense of purpose. Don’t miss the Last Call. HighWay is back and louder than ever.
Album Band Line Up: Ben Chambert: Lead guitar, Backing vocals Benjamin Folch: Vocals Sam Marshal: Bass Guitar, Backing vocals Romain Chambert: Drums
Live Band Line Up: Ben Chambert: Lead guitar, Backing vocals Florian Arnaud: Rhythm guitar, Backing vocals Benjamin Folch: Vocals Cerise Pouillart: Bass Guitar, Backing vocals Romain Chambert: Drums
Swedish glam metal torchbearers CRASHDÏET are back with their seventh studio album, Art of Chaos, set for release on May 8th via Ninetone Records. The band describes it as “the ten sleaziest tracks we’ve written in ages” – a high-voltage return to the raw attitude, big hooks, and filthy swagger that defined their early sound.
Packed with big choruses, razor-sharp riffs, and that signature CRASHDÏET punch, Art of Chaos marks a fresh chapter for the band while staying true to the spirit that built their legacy.
You can pre-order the album on CD/LP directly from our shop today.
East Nashville hard rock breakout KALAMITY KILLS has released its brand new single “HELP!” through Pero Recordings. Recorded live in the studio with choice overdubs for impact, the track delivers a fierce reinterpretation of THE BEATLES classic. The band has rebuilt the song with their trademark intensity, emotional depth, and modern heaviness.
Produced and mixed by guitarist Jamey Perrenot, this new version of “HELP!” captures the urgency and vulnerability of the original while pushing it into a darker and more electrified space. Soaring vocals, heavy guitars, tight harmonies, and driving rhythms create a sound that feels both familiar and completely refreshed.
A new performance video has also debuted. The visual showcases the full band performing the track with raw energy and conviction, giving fans a direct look at the chemistry and spirit behind the release.
KALAMITY KILLS is a hard rock band forged in the heart of East Nashville, Tennessee. Formed in 2022 by vocalist Jamie Rowe and guitarist/producer Jamey Perrenot, the band emerged from the ashes of a solo project into a fully realized sonic assault, fueled by raw emotion, modern aggression, and a deep respect for rock’s roots.
With a sound that fuses the swagger of classic hard rock with the intensity and polish of modern metal, KALAMITY KILLS strikes a rare balance between power and vulnerability.
Best known for their debut self-titled album Kalamity Kills, the band quickly turned heads thanks to high-profile collaborations with members of KORN, 3 DOORS DOWN, LA GUNS, CONQUER DIVIDE, and UNDEROATH. Their music has earned national airplay on SIRIUSXM’s Octane, landed on the Billboard Active Rock charts, and crossed over into viral success without ever chasing trends.
Hard Rock super-group SAINTED SINNERS have hit the scene withHigh On Fire, their brand new album now available through ROAR – A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music! To celebrate the release in style, the band drops a music video for “Lost In A Storm“;a slow-burning rocker with a blues edge, heavy shadows, and the kind of moody power that recalls the early era of Black Sabbath in a modern shape.
The video clip for “Lost In A Storm” is now premiering HERE
Guitarist Frank Panécomments: “We are happy to finally share our 5th album High On fire with the Rock fans around the world. It‘s a testimony of our passion for the music that we love most and is in our blood. Sainted Sinners is a very heartfelt musical outlet for everybody in the band and we hope listeners can feel that fire, which after decades in the Rock‘n Roll buisness still burns high! We are high on fire!”
He adds: “The lastest single “Lost In A Storm” shows our more darker & heavy side. Definitely inspired by one of our favourite bands Black Sabbath, but still keeping trademark Sainted Sinners elements like an intense use of the Hammond to add a different flavour and unexpectedly ending, which could turn into a improvised jam at our live shows. Curious? Have a listen and don‘t get lost in the storm.”
Rooted within the sound of the legendary acts of this genre, like Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, Van Halen, UFO and others, yet also with influences from different styles, with their new offering High On Fire, SAINTED SINNERS once again prove that classic hard rock can feel timeless, energetic and inspiring for generations to come.
The new record features the stellar line-up of Jack Meile (Tygers Of Pan Tang) on vocals, Frank Pané (Bonfire) on guitar, Ernesto Ghezzi (Gotthard) on keyboards, Samy Saemann (ex-Freedom Call) on bass, and Berci Hirleman on drums. Together they deliver a vibrant journey through 70s- and 80s-inspired heavy rock, full of soul-soaked vocals, groovy Hammond duels, intricate riffs, and a driving rhythm section.
High On Fire delivers a feeling of good time Rock’n’Roll vibes. Let‘s forget and escape from all the bad things in life and enjoy life to the fullest with freedom of expression and an overall positive attitude:
“There are too many negative things happening all over the world right now, and you can’t ignore that. However, you always have to stay positive and firmly believe that calmer and better times will come again, and we hope to help our fans stay similarly positive with our music and continue to believe that everything will be okay”, says Pané.
You can also feel that power within the album artwork, created by Frank and Miram Kollbrunner. “For me, it reflects the power we try to convey to the listener with our music. Whether you’re a “saint” or a “sinner,” there’s a little bit of both in everyone. Life is also light and shadow. If you accept that for yourself, it gives you the freedom to enjoy life.”
High On Fire – track listing: 01. Crown of Thorns 02. Out of the Blue 03. Night After Night 04. Sunshine 05. Empty Days of Wonder 06. World’s on Fire 07. Down in A Hole 08. Hide in the Dark 09. Sweet Sweet Addiction 10. Lost in A Storm 11. Who Are You (The Who cover, CD Bonus track)
SAINTED SINNERS live: 21.11.2025 Club GoIn D-Obergünzburg 22.11.2025 Habbels D-Schmallenberg 23.11.2025 Soundcheck One D-Waldbronn 27.11.2025 Lemmy‘s Bar D-Bad Friedrichshall 28.11.2025 KL17 D-Döbeln 29.11.2025 Rock Club D-Villingen 30.11.2025 Twin Bar CH-Triesen
Joel Hoekstra (Whitesnake, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Revolution Saints) is pleased to announce the release of the fourth album of his solo project Joel Hoekstra’s 13, titled From The Fade and out on February 27, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.
This is more than just a studio project; it’s a statement of intent from one of rock’s most respected guitarists and his band of world-class collaborators.
Joel commented: “The songs were built from the guitar riffs up. Most of the riffs were written during the time I was filling in with Accept, so there is a heavier edge to this album overall. That being said, the album still would be more accurately described as melodic hard rock, not straight-up metal”.
“As always with the Joel Hoekstra’s 13 albums, I wrote the style of music that inspired me to pick up the guitar and tried to focus on SONGS for you to enjoy, not overly self-indulgent guitar solos”, he continued. “HUGE thanks to Vinny Appice, Tony Franklin, Derek Sherinian, Girish Pradhan and Jeff Scott Soto for bringing the songs to life! I hope you all enjoy ‘From The Fade’ as much as I enjoyed making it!”
New York guitarist Joel Hoekstra currently plays for Trans Siberian Orchestra. Joel is also well-known for his work with: Whitesnake, Cher, Night Ranger, the Broadway show Rock of Ages, his fill in work with Foreigner, Accept, his annual sets on the Monsters of Rock Cruise, recording projects like Revolution Saints, Iconic, viral collaboration videos with the likes of Dino Jelusick, Arnel Pineda, Mike Portnoy, Billy Sheehan and his acoustic shows with Brandon Gibbs.
Exhibiting a knack for music education, he has also been a frequent columnist for Guitar World Magazine, taught at Musician’s Institute, Rockstars of Tomorrow, Guitar Workshop Plus and often been a counselor at Rock N’ Roll Fantasy Camp.
Over the years, Joel has released three instrumental solo albums and three critically acclaimed albums with his side project Joel Hoekstra’s 13. Most recently, he was the guest guitarist on Dancing with the Stars (Hair Metal Episode) and played with Cher at her Rock N Roll Hall of Fame induction and the SNL 50 Homecoming Concert.
TRACK-LIST:
1. You Can Give 2. The Fall 3. Lifeline 4. Will You Remember Me 5. Misunderstood 6. Start to Fight 7. All I’d Do 8. Free To Be 9. The End Of Me 10. Quite The Ride
LINEUP:
Joel Hoekstra – guitars Girish Pradhan – lead vocals Vinny Appice – drums Tony Franklin – bass Derek Sherinian – keyboards Jeff Scott Soto – backing vocals
USA 🇺🇸 Looking forward to seeing you, on my next tour, in Spring 2026. A new show with good vibrations, to carry the message that “Music is the Healer”. I’ll see you down the front!
The buzz has been impossible to ignore, Dead Groove is redefining the rules of classic rock. Now, the breakout band is ready to bring their electrifying new sound on tour as the opening act for legendary Deep Purple bassist and vocalist Glenn Hughes on his highly anticipated 2026 U.S. tour.
Glenn Hughes and Dead Groove will launch the run on March 27th at The Coach House in San Juan Capistrano, CA, with shows stretching across the country before wrapping things up with a blowout finale at Oxnard Performing Arts Center, Oxnard, CA, on May 9. It’s not just a tour. It’s a statement: rock isn’t just alive, it’s evolving, and Dead Groove is leading the charge.
“The Chosen Years” promises to be a dynamic two-hour live experience, turning back the clocks to honor Glenn Hughes’ five-decade career. The setlist will span songs from TRAPEZE, DEEP PURPLE, HUGHES/THRALL, IOMMI/HUGHES, and BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION, plus material from Glenn’s latest solo album, Chosen.
Glenn says it best: “Looking forward to seeing you on my next tour, in spring 2026. A new show with good vibrations, to carry the message that ‘music is the healer’. I’ll see you down the front!”
And if that wasn’t enough, special guests will boost the energy even more: Gilby Clarke (of Guns N’ Roses fame) will perform on select dates, while cult favorites Enuff Z Nuff will join the lineup on others. For pure rock adrenaline, it doesn’t get much bigger or fresher than this.
Dead Groove has been winning over dedicated fans and curious critics with their fearless approach, heavy groove, and relentless drive. Critics have called their sound “the future of rock,” and audiences have responded passionately. With each show, Dead Groove is establishing itself as one of the boldest new forces in modern music.
2026 Tour Dates With Glenn Hughes:
March Mar 27 – Coach House, San Juan Capistrano, CA Mar 28 – Canyon Club, Agoura Hills, CA Mar 30 – Federal Theater, Denver, CO
April Apr 1 – Knuckleheads, Kansas City, MO Apr 3 – The King Of Clubs, Columbus, OH Apr 4 – Palace Theater, Lorain, OH Apr 6 – The Forge, Joliet, IL Apr 8 & 10 – Wildey Theater, Edwardsville, IL Apr 11 – Arcada Theatre, St. Charles, IL Apr 13 – Sellersville Theater, Sellersville, PA Apr 15 – Tupelo Music Hall, Derry, NH Apr 17 – Penns Peak, Jim Thorpe, PA Apr 18 – Strand Theater, Hudson Falls, NY Apr 21 – Garden Club, Atlanta, GA Apr 23 – Ferg’s, St. Petersburg, FL Apr 24 – Mt. Dora Music Hall, Mount Dora, FL Apr 26 – Culture Room, Ft. Lauderdale, FL Apr 29 – Warehouse Live Midtown (Rise Rooftop), Houston, TX Apr 30 – Studio Theater at Tobin Center, San Antonio, TX
May May 2 – Ferris Wheelers, Dallas, TX May 4 – The Rialto Theater, Tucson, AZ May 6 – Fremont Country Club, Las Vegas, NV May 7 – Guild Theatre, Menlo Park, CA May 9 – Oxnard Performing Arts Center, Oxnard, CA
Don’t miss your chance to see the band everyone’s talking about, alongside real rock legends.
Holly West, singer and bassist:
“We are stoked to have this opportunity to tour with the incomparable Glenn Hughes, alongside Gilby Clarke and Enuff Z Nuff. We are fans of all of these artists, and with the help of our Cleopatra Records family, we are able to take our music on the road again and play for you all. Can’t wait to see everyone at the shows!”
Fred Aching, drummer, says:
“We are thrilled to embark on this unique and amazing journey with you. We eagerly anticipate rocking the house every night and delivering our best performances to you.”
Dead Groove signed with Cleopatra Records in 2024 and quickly made their mark with the release of their EP, Rubicon, Now, the band is set to unveil a brand new 7” single, dropping in conjunction with the Glenn Hughes “The Chosen Years” Spring 2026 U.S. Tour. This special release highlights Dead Groove’s upcoming track, a powerful collaboration with seven-time Grammy-nominated guitar legend Steve Morse (Deep Purple, Dixie Dregs, Kansas) and blues phenom Lance Lopez.
As an added bonus, the 7” will also feature an unreleased rare mix from the late, great Tommy Bolin—who was Glenn’s bandmate during his iconic Deep Purple Mk III era. These limited-edition single plays will be available exclusively at the shows, along with a unique Rubicon Deluxe Edition CD showcasing the band’s entire catalog.
Dead Groove. New sound. Same rock and roll spirit – turned up to 11.
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