August 19, 2022 will see Melbourne-based hard rock act DEAD CITY RUINS release their fourth studio album, entitled Shockwave, via AFM Records. Following their much acclaimed, third album NeverSayDie in 2018, Shockwavewill not only introduce new vocalist, Steve Welsh, but showcases the band’s exceptional songwriting talent and high voltage rock ’n’ roll at its best!
After previously-released album singles, “Preacher” and “Speed Machine”, today, the Australians shared a music video for new single “The Sorcerer”. Singer Steve promises: “The Sorcerer will take you on an electric journey into a parallel dimension, where rock and roll wields cosmic powers beyond our comprehension!”
Watch the new DEAD CITY RUINS video for “The Sorcerer” HERE
As Shockwave proves, DEAD CITY RUINS don’t just have a penchant for songwriting, but also arrangements and the right energy. Formed in 2012, the band sold their belongings and went all-in when it comes to rock ’n’ roll. Tirelessly touring the planet, the band has managed to capture the hearts of its audience gig by gig – much like Rival Sons, Monster Truck, and similar trailblazers of their generation have. They also share a list of influences with these acts, namely Deep Purple, Guns N’ Roses, Zeppelin. Their goal: bring rock ’n’ roll back to the people, and there is no doubt about it, they will!
Shockwave was mixed by US-producer Gene Freeman aka Machine, who has already worked with the likes of Lamb Of God, Clutch, and Crobot. Slated for a release on August 19, 2022 via AFM Records, the pre-sale of Shockwaveis available at THIS LOCATION!
Shockwave – track listing:
Preacher
Vision
Madness
Speed Machine
Rain
Dog On A Leash
This Side Of The Dirt
Drifter
Spiders
End Of The Line
Blood Moon
The Sorcerer
DEAD CITY RUINS are: Steve Welsh (Vocals) Tommy Cain (Guitars) Sean Blanchard (Guitars) Thomas Murphy (Bass) NickTrajanovski (Drums)
Golden Robot Records is proud to announce the signing of influential rock band Faster Pussycat.
They are currently on the road with Tom Keifer and L.A. Guns for the North American tour ‘Sonic Slam’ plus a series of their own headlining shows across the USAand are elated to be teaming up withglobal powerhouse record label Golden Robot Records.
Originally formed during the mid ’80s glam rock era, Faster Pussycat have gone on to have a triumph of success with over 2 million plus albums sold worldwide and have accompanied some of rocks most distinguished names on tour such as Alice Cooper, Ozzy Osbourne,Mötley Crüe, Guns N’ Roses and Kiss.
Faster Pussycat has had the rock scene in an ongoing chokehold with over 260k listeners per month on a singular streaming platform – proving that not only are they still a prominent force, but they have also been able to successfully mold to the digital age and maintain stamina: no easy feat.
Faster Pussycat, consisting of Taime Downe (Vocals), Sam ‘Bam’ Koltun (Guitar), Danny Nordahl (Bass), Chad Stewart (Drums) and latest addition to the band, Ronnie Simmons (Guitar),have expressed their excitement towards joining the eclectic roster at Golden Robot Records with vocalist Taime Downe stating:
The band and I are over the moon to join the Golden Robot Records rock-n-roll family! We are super excited to release some of our badass new tunes globally – we know the label see our vision and supports the band and we feel completely at home here.”
The signing is hardly a surprise to those who know Golden Robot Records President and Founder Mark Alexander-Erber with Alexander-Erber having his eye on the bandfor years before the signing came to fruition earlier this year.
“One of my all-time favourite signings is Faster Pussycat. They really fit in well to our Golden Robot Records family – they have been an integral part of the global rock scene for many years, and I’ve had the pleasure of listening to their new music which we will be releasing. I can tell you that they will be part of the worldwide music scene for many years to come based on the strength of their new music. There are exciting times ahead!” stated Alexander-Erber.
SEE FASTER PUSSYCAT LIVE:
22.07.22 – Melbourne, FL – King Center 23.07.22 – Ormand Beach, FL – Destination Daytona Complex 24.07.22 – Ft. Myers, FL – The Ranch Concert Hall 26.07.22 – Myrtle Beach, SC – The Brickhouse 27.07.22 – Charlotte, NC – Amos’ Southend 28.07.22 – Atlanta, GA – The Buckhead Theatre 29.07.22 – Nashville, TN – Marathon Music Works 30.07.22 – Knoxville, TN – Bootlegger Harley 31.07.22 – Memphis, TN – Lafayette’s Music Room
On July 23, 1980 – BLACKSABBATH performed at Ventura County Fairgrounds in Ventura, California. This was during the HeavenAndHellTour and band members were: Ronnie James Dio, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward.
On July 23, 2005 – BLACKSABBATH performed at Ozzfest at Post-Gazette Pavilion in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania, The set list below:
N.I.B.
After Forever
War Pigs
Dirty Women
Fairies Wear Boots
Symptom of the Universe / Sweet Leaf / Electric Funeral
Los Angeles (CA) – Traditional Heavy Metal stalwarts RESISTANCE have released long-awaited new album SkullsofMyEnemy on CD and digital formats via Pure Steel Records. Written and recorded during the darkest days of the pandemic, Skulls Of My Enemy offers eight new songs (plus the Intro) that are an ode to Heavy Metal.
SkullsofMyEnemy is streaming on most major digital platforms, including YouTube and Spotify.
RESISTANCE have crossed swords once more to call down the thunder with their finest album to date. SkullsofmyEnemy is an anthem-laced call to arms, which will rally the metal legions worldwide. RESISTANCE have captured the sound and energy of their live performance with a sonic battle cry from the stage straight through your skull. SkullsofmyEnemy delivers on all things you expect from The Los Angeles Metal Machine.
Since their 2000 inception, RESISTANCE have become one of the standout bands carrying the torch of the NWOTHM. Through years of writing, recording and touring through North America, South America, Europe and the Mediterranean, RESISTANCE have forged and refined their brand of American Power Metal. The quintet has released four prior studio albums and have now ridden into battle with its fifth release on Pure Steel Records.
Skulls Of My Enemy was recorded at the band’s own studio, The Metal Room. It was mixed and mastered by Ronald Sandoval at Rev Studios in Chino CA.
Skulls Of My Enemy is the culmination of all things RESISTANCE and it will hit you like a hammer strike to an anvil! Hail to the Horns!
Track Listing:
Call to Arms (Intro)
Valhalla has Locked its Doors
On Dragon Wings
Earthshaker
Nordic Witch
Empires Fall
Templar’s Creed
Awaken the Necromancer
Metallium
Line-Up:
Robbie Hett – vocals Dan Luna – guitars Nano Lugo – guitars PaulShigo – Bass MattOhnemus – Drums
After twelve studio albums and several #1 chart positions in Finland, THE69EYES have no plans of slowing down. The band recently announced a massive European Fall tour from October through December 2022 and are also working on a new full-length studio release that will see the light of day in early 2023. In the meantime, the Helsinki Vampires allow no rest for the wicked and have unleashed a brand new single: “Call Me Snake.” It’s a dark summer hit, mixing an ‘80s gothic vibe with hard rocking guitars. Imagine The Stooges meeting early Ministry and ‘90s horror movies, and a track that shines through its simplicity yet still offers crazy twists around every corner.
“It’s 1997 in John Carpenter’s Escape From New York sci-fi classic and Kurt Russell as Snake Plissken saves the world,” comments vocalist Jyrki69. “These are the thematic elements for ‘Call Me Snake’ and the world will be saved again!”
Stream or download “Call Me Snake” at THIS LOCATION.
And for those who enjoyed the band’s previously released single “Drive,” THE69EYES have a special surprise up their sleeve: On September 16th, they will release a limited edition vinyl EP featuring the three brand-new tracks of this year plus one bonus live song.
Drive Track Listing:
Drive
Call Me Snake
California
Two Horns Up (Live) * available on vinyl only, not digitally
You can preorder the vinyl EP HERE. View the band’s video for “Drive” HERE.
Additionally, THE69EYES recently announced tours in Europe in November and December 2022, with industrial pioneers Ministry and horror rockers Wednesday13. Stay up to date with the band’s upcoming live dates including a variety of Summer festivals, HERE.
THE69EYES: Jyrki69 – vocals Bazie – guitars Timo Timo – guitars Archzie – bass Jussi69 – drums
To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of her debut solo album, RushingThroughTheSky, gothic metal singer/songwriter LINDSAY SCHOOLCRAFT will be releasing a brand new, remastered edition of the album. The album will be available on vinyl for the first time in a limited edition blue variant and digitally streaming for the first time. Pre-orders are available HERE.
Lindsay comments:
“When I first recorded and released this EP I did not account for the fact that one day it was going to turn 10. I am still trying to wrap my head around the fact that a decade has come and gone. Luckily, my team and I caught before the big anniversary had a chance to pass us by.
For years the fans have been asking me to print this first release on vinyl, and here it finally is! Remastered just for the occasion. You can now experience the same songs from 10 years ago with a new sound and look.
Thanks to Phantasma Photography the Vinyl comes with new artwork too. Anyone who pre-orders the vinyl from my official shop gets it signed and personally addressed and will also receive a download of the 2022 version of “December Rain.”
I’m thrilled to celebrate my debut as a solo artist in such a special way a whole decade later.”
Juno Nominated LINDSAY SCHOOLCRAFT composes and performs Ethereal Gothic music exploring orchestral soundscapes and heavy metal. From the small city of Oshawa, Canada, LINDSAY is a hauntingly enchanting Singer, Harpist, and Pianist, and was presented with the 2021 Oshawa Music Award for Artist of the Year. Releasing her own solo work since 2010 with the debut full length metal album Martyr, co-written by Grammy Award Winner Rocky Gray (Formerly EVANESCENCE), releasing in 2019, and her harp-driven, orchestral offering Worlds Away in 2020.
Her music is elegant and yet powerful, delivering a compelling sound fueled by raw emotion. LINDSAY’s style prevails effortlessly through every composition whether focusing solely on orchestral instrumentation or delving into the realms of heavy music. LINDSAY received her musical education from established vocal instructors, the Royal Conservatory of Music (Toronto), and briefly at York University for Opera and Theory studies. She continues today to study in the fields of business, musical theory, and music production.
LINDSAY works with a wide variety of artists and different sub-genres in metal. She has recently featured on gothic-metalcore hitmakers MOTIONLESS IN WHITE’s “Cyberhex”, hardcore outfit CANCERBATS’ “Hail the Acoustic Destroyer”, black/folk metal artist MYRKUR’s single “Rivers Blessed” on harp, and released “Stolen Light” with SARAH JEZEBEL DEVA. LINDSAY embraces the creativity of musicians around the world leading to the production of some extraordinary collaborations.
On July 13, 1985 – BLACKSABBATH reunited to perform at LiveAid at John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Just over 89,000 people were in attendance at JFK Stadium, that day. Live Aid was broadcasted live worldwide, on both radio and television.
Swedish hard rock act Hong Faux recently signed to Golden Robot Records and today they release their latest single ‘Drop the Reins’ which is available now on all digital platforms.
‘Drop the Reins’ is a heavy riff-based classic Hong Faux track written exclusively as a homage to Miles Davis and rock ‘n’ roll. Can you spot all the Miles references?
The band recently released a newly remastered version of their 2013 hit and fan favourite ‘Feign Death to Stay Alive!’
Ever since Hong Faux’s very first recorded notes that started their journey from blog, to magazines, to radio and MTV, people have tried to label the music and try to figure out the meaning of the band’s name. A London promoter called it “Old school super sludgy riffology with blues wailin’ vox”. Listening to the songs ‘Present Tense-Less’ and ‘Bad City Blues’ on their debut album, it would be foolish to argue against such a statement. On the other hand, you’ll find the sound that brought together four guys with very diverse musical tastes and backgrounds.
One of the things the band members all dig on the same level is the harder bands that came out of Seattle in the early nineties. So, all put together, with a few added ingredients, you get heavy stoner riff galore with strong melodic vocals that honour the harmonic complexity of the grunge era.
“Our ambition is to combine the guitar riffs from the 70’s, the grunge scenes more melodic arts from the 90’s with modern rock. We have always enjoyed pop choruses and were convinced that the harder rock crew would think we were wimpy. But we were wrong… I guess even the cool dudes like to be tickled on the thighs every once and a while.” – lead singer Nik Serén.
The four-piece has done shows all over Europe, sharing stages with such diverse bands as D-A-D, Clutch, Graveyard, Danko Jones, Coheed and Cambria and Babyshambles. 2022 will see the release of new material, developed sound and live shows. You can count on Hong Faux delivering both weight and melody, just like they always do.
On July 12, 2004 – BLACKSABBATH performed at Ozzfest at the Tweeter Center for the Performing Arts in Mansfield, Massachusetts. The set list below:
War Pigs
N.I.B.
Fairies Wear Boots
Into the Void
Sweet Leaf
Black Sabbath
Snowblind
Iron Man
Children of the Grave
Paranoid
On July 12, 2016 – BLACKSABBATH perform at Olimpiyskiy Stadium in Moscow, Russia. This was during TheEnd tour. This would be the last time BLACK SABBATH would perform in Moscow, Russia. The set list below:
Guitarist Josh Christian about the song: “This song takes on the concept of wage slavery by using a scene from the Kinross’ Paracatu gold mine in Brazil, one of the largest in the world. Slavery is alive and well, and we wear it around our necks and on our fingers everyday. A brutal syncopated riff adorned with polyphonic and angular harmonies and solos…Toxik strikes again!”
“Dis Morta” marks the thrash metal legends’ third full-length album, and picks up where “Think This”, the band’s second album, leaves off. It’s an ambitious album with very little regard for tradition or even expectation – it’s honest and real, and the heaviest TOXIK release yet!
You can pre-order the album as a CD Digipak as well as limited edition vinyl LP in selected online stores – click here » https://lnk.to/dismorta
“Dis Morta” was mixed by Martin Furia, and mastered by Maor Appelbaum / Appelbaum Mastering. The album’s cover artwork was designed by Alcides Burn / Burn Artworks.
The album will be released on August 5, 2022 via Massacre Records.
On July 11, 1995 – BLACKSABBATH performed at The Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This was during the Forbidden Tour. The BLACK SABBATH lineup on this tour: Tony Iommi (guitar), Tony Martin (vocals), Cozy Powell (drums), Neil Murray (bass), and Geoff Nicholls (keyboards).
Photo credit: Ozzfest Facebook
On July 11, 1999 – BLACKSABBATH performed at Ozzfest in Retama Park in Selma, Texas. The set list below:
Icelandic metal unit CULTOFLILITH will support VenomInc. this Fall on their There’s Only Black Across America 2022 tour. The trek will commence on October 27th in New York City and run through November 12th in Boston. Additional support will be provided by EyeHateGod and Ringworm.
Comments CULT OF LILITH vocalist Mario Infantes Ávalos, “We are thrilled to finally be able to bring Mara to America. After two years of its release, we haven’t had the chance to do any touring. We can’t wait to meet our US fans!”
See all confirmed dates below.
CULTOFLILITH w/ Venom Inc., EyeHateGod, Ringworm: 10/27/2022 Gramercy Theatre – New York, NY 10/28/2022 Montage Music Hall – Rochester, NY 10/29/2022 Odeon – Cleveland, OH 10/30/2022 The Loving Touch – Detroit, MI 11/01/2022 Wildwood – Iowa City, IA 11/02/2022 The Forge – Joliet, IL 11/03/2022 King Of Clubs – Columbus, OH 11/04/2022 Blue Note – Harrison, OH 11/05/2022 Mass Destruction Festival 3 – Atlanta, GA 11/06/2022 One Eyed Jacks – New Orleans, LA 11/07/2022 Growlers – Memphis, TN 11/09/2022 Black Circle – Indianapolis, IN 11/10/2022 The Crafthouse – Pittsburgh, PA 11/11/2022 Reverb – Reading, PA 11/12/2022 Genos Rock Club – Portland, ME 11/13/2022 Music Hall – Boston, MA
CULT OF LILITH will be touring in support of their debut full-length, Mara, released in 2020 via Metal Blade Records. A frantic collision of death metal, prog, complex classical structures, and more, Mara is a restless, constantly shifting collection that is as imaginative as it is compulsive.
Can you hear the roaring sea? Hitting the shores on August 12th via Atomic Fire Records is SEVENTHSTORM’s debut studio album, Maledictus, which fuses melancholic gothic metal with harsh hard rock. In advance of the record’s official unveiling, today the band reveals second single, “Haunted Sea,” a soaring track that serves as the beginning of a dramatic journey into the unknown.
Comments drummer Mike Gaspar, “‘Haunted Sea’ takes us on a voyage through the treacherous waters. Overcoming the dangers and fears of this life. There’s no other way out but to fight through the waves to reach dry land. Finding love and peace for all. This song was the first to be written as a band. The strength and unity is what we bring to life in this epic story! We, SEVENTH STORM, salute all and invite you to discover this dark treasure. Hail to the winds and waters that fill our souls. There is no turning back!”
Take a deep dive into the “Haunted Sea” with the band’s new music video at THIS LOCATION.
If you missed it, watch SEVENTHSTORM’s previously released video for “Saudade” at THIS LOCATION. Find the Portuguese version of the track HERE.
Maledictus will be available on CD, LP, and digitally. Find preordering options at THIS LOCATION.
With influences ranging from Bathory via Samael, Tiamat, Paradise Lost, Fields Of The Nephilim, Cradle Of Filth, and Dead Can Dance to even Van Halen or Mötley Crüe, SEVENTHSTORM is only just embarking on a journey across the wild and wondrous waters of heavy metal history. And while not a concept album, Maledictus – graced by an atmospheric painting from VictorCosta – is tied together by a strong sense of pain and anger, paired with a flickering hope of forgiveness for our lives.
SEVENTH STORM: Mike Gaspar – drums Rez – vocals Ben Stockwell – lead guitar Josh Riot – guitar Butch Cid – bass guitar
On July 9, 2005 – BLACKSABBATH performed at Koengen on Bergenhus fortress in Bergen, Norway. All 4 original band members played: Tony Iommi, Ozzy, Geezer Butler and BillWard. Koengen is an outdoor concert venue with room for 23,500 people.
We’re currently kicking ass on our EU Summer Tour! The crowds have been amazing and we’re feeling the love playing some new music along with our classics!
We’re only half way through the tour and looking forward to catching up with Judas Priest in Budapest, Athens, Mogilovo, Bucharest and three dates in Germany!
There’s also some killer headline shows coming to you in Poland, Switzerland and Germany finishing off at the Time To Rock Festival in Sweden in August!
While we’re shining on in Europe you guys can get your hands on new music from today! ‘Shine On’ is the 2nd single to blast out digitally from our upcoming album ‘Radiance’!
‘Shine On’ has The Daisies’ trademark Aussie rock stamp all over it, and something to really sink your teeth into! “Straight up Aussie rock, it started as a riff I wrote on the tour bus and now here it is!” – David Lowy
Go here to stream, download and watch the lyric video beaming out here:
We’re totally inspired to keep bringing you live shows until the end of the year! So….in September we’re heading out on our US Fall Tour ’22 with a series of dates from the east to the west coast!
“Look out US! We are hitting a few of the best RnR cities starting in early September. Can’t wait to play you the new tunes!!! See you on tour!!” – Doug Aldrich
We know it’s tough out there, so we have created a specially priced “Have A Drink On Us” ticket bundle for our fans which includes a beverage and an exclusive Daisies T-shirt. The bundle is limited to 100 tickets per show, so better get in quickly and grab your tix here:
On July 8, 1970 – BLACKSABBATH performed at the Marquee Club on Wardour Street in London, England. The day of the week was Wednesday. The opening band was Harry The Horse.
On July 7, 1995 – BLACKSABBATH performed at World Music Theatre in Tinley Park, Illinois. This was during the ForbiddenTour. Band lineup: Tony Iommi (guitar), Tony Martin (vocals), Cozy Powell (drums), Neil Murray (bass) and Geoff Nicholls (keyboards).
On July 7, 1999 – BLACKSABBATH performed at Ozzfest at Riverpoint Amphitheatre in Maryland Heights, Missouri. The set list below:
War Pigs
N.I.B.
Fairies Wear Boots
After Forever
Electric Funeral
Sweet Leaf
Into the Void
Snowblind
Dirty Women
Black Sabbath
Iron Man
Children of the Grave
Paranoid
On July 7, 2016 – BLACKSABBATH performed at Monsters Of Rock at Kaisaniemi in Helsinki, Finland. The estimated attendance was 20,000.
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