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SYRINX Release Time Out Of Place Album

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on September 10, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Vancouver (BC) – Canadian/U.S. progressive rock/metal band, SYRINX, have released sophomore album, Time out of Place, on Ocula Records!

SYRINX‘s sophomore LP Time Out of Place is a modern-day rock opera that pushes the boundaries of heavy metal and classic prog rock. Glistening ethereal soundscapes collide with crushing riffs, heavy moods, and unforgettable hooks. Music with true cerebral depth, recorded entirely on analog gear with no computers or A.I. trickery. 

The album carries forward the signature guitar riffs of Graham McGee (ex-Spell, Opulent Decay, For None and All) alongside the soaring vocals of JP Abboud (ex-Traveler, Termination Shock, Prequel to Madness). The result is a bold, uncompromising vision.

Embrace the dark, Seek the light.

FFO: Rush, Genesis, Queensrÿche, Judas Priest, Fates Warning.

Purchase/Stream:

priestsyrinx.bandcamp.com/album/time-out-of-place

youtu.be/uCKW437m1Mw

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Track Listing:

1. Mitosis (Second Light)

2. 1875 [Video]

3. The Master’s Host

4. Solace Within Dreams

5. The Knowing

6. A Waking Dream [Video]

7. Shades of Your Purpose

8. Unraveler

9. It Left

Line-up:

Graham McGee – Guitars/Moog Taurus/Little Phatty/Minimoog/Oberheim OB-X/Backing Vocals

JP Abboud – Vocals

Seth Lyon – Drums/Percussion

Bobby Shock – Bass/Moog Taurus/Minimoog/Oberheim Matrix

Lady Chanelle – Supporting Vocals

Credits:

Album art by Steve at Chronic Creative.

Recorded by Felix Fung December 2024,January/February 2025 at Little Red Sounds, Vancouver BC.

Mixed Analog by Nathan Jackson & Syrinx at MDC studios Toronto Ontario, April 27-29th 2025.

Additional recordings done by Graham McGee at Othello Studios and Bobby Shock at Shock Manor (New Jersey).

Mastered by Brock McFarlane at CPS Mastering May 2025.

Illustrations and font by Yodth Gnosis.

Layout and additional graphic design by John Gianelli.

All songs written and performed by SYRINX.

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Source: ClawHammer PR

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MOTÖRHEAD Proudly Announce KILLED BY DEAF – A PUNK TRIBUTE TO MOTÖRHEAD | Available On October 31 Via BMG Recordings

Posted in Hard Rock, Metal, metal bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on September 10, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Killed By Deaf – A Punk Tribute To Motörhead album cover

FOURTEEN OF THE FINEST PUNK BANDS ON THE PLANET COVERING THEIR FAVORITE MOTÖRHEAD SONGS INCLUDING RANCID, PENNYWISE, THE BRONX, GBH, FEAR AND A PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED COLLABORATION OF MOTÖRHEAD & THE DAMNED PERFORMING THE DAMNED CLASSIC: “NEAT, NEAT, NEAT”

PRE-ORDERS: 

https://motorhead.lnk.to/killedbydeaf

Listen to & watch The Damned’s classic, “Neat Neat Neat” (with Lemmy) click here: https://youtu.be/YG8UQVY5WNk

Sept. 10, 2025 – Heavy metal and punk rock! It’s fair to say that these two noisy tribes now have a great deal in common, often melding together, almost indistinguishable, to produce bastard offspring of their own. But it wasn’t always this way. Indeed, there was a time when fists were more likely to be thrown than bumped, and beers more likely to be hurled than shared – except when it came to Motörhead. That was the one band all could agree on. The one band that was truly ours!

But while Motörhead’s impact on metal has long been acknowledged, their influence on punk, particularly the post-Sex Pistols second wave shouldn’t be underestimated. Cause and effect: It’s that simple. And such is the case with hundreds, thousands, of other bands, all made faster, dirtier, louder, better, by Motörhead. None more so than in punk rock. And that’s because Motörhead were, in essence, a punk rock band.

Lemmy once said: “The punks loved us. The only reason we weren’t in that lot was because we had long hair, so obviously we must be heavy metal. That was the thinking. But a lot of kids heard us without seeing a picture, so they thought we were a punk band.”

Across the fourteen tracks on the cunningly titled Killed By Deaf – A Punk Tribute To Motörhead (Oct. 31, BMG Recordings), you’ll hear a loving tribute to Motörhead from some of punk rock’s biggest and most respected bands. Luminaries like Rancid, Pennywise, Lagwagon, GBH, The Bronx, and FEAR all contribute raucous versions of their favorite Motörhead tracks… and also up-and-coming upstarts like Slaughterhouse contribute, because, let’s face it Motörhead always loved and championed the underdogs.

Killed By Deaf – A Punk Tribute To Motörhead will be available on vinyl, CD and digitally. Pre-orders are available now: https://motorhead.lnk.to/killedbydeaf.

Killed By Deaf – A Punk Tribute To Motörhead track-list:

1.    Pennywise – Ace of Spades

2.    Rancid – Sex & Death

3.    The Bronx – Over The Top

4.    Lagwagon – Rock ‘N’ Roll

5.    FEAR – The Chase Is Better Than The Catch

6.    GBH – Bomber

7.    Murphy’s Law – Stay Clean

8.    Slaughterhouse – Love Me Like A Reptile

9.    The Casualties – The Hammer

10. Anti-Nowhere League – Born To Raise Hell

11. Love Canal – Voices In The Sky

12. Soldiers Of Destruction – Overkill

13. Wisdom In Chains – Iron Fist

14. Motörhead & The Damned – Neat Neat Neat

Lemmy and Motörhead aren’t honored with their own space in the Punk Rock Museum for nothing. Long before they covered the Sex Pistols’ “God Save the Queen” on We Are Motörhead and long before writing “R.A.M.O.N.E.S.” for the 1916 album in tribute to New York’s finest, Motörhead were sharing stages with the likes of The Damned, as they would continue to do many times over the years. Hell, Lemmy even joined The Damned (when they were The Doomed), albeit briefly, and playing some now infamous shows, and playing bass on a couple of studio tracks. It’s only fitting then, that the only non-Motörhead song on this album is from when he teamed up with them again in 2002 for a previously unheard and blistering version of The Damned’s classic, “Neat Neat Neat.”

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INFINITY DREAM – Unleashes First Single and Music Video, “Lost Embrace,” From Upcoming Album Silver Lining

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on September 9, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Infinity Dream recently announced a new alliance with Nameless Grave Records for their upcoming album Silver Lining on October 17, 2025. To mark their return, the band has unleashed the album’s first single and music video, “Lost Embrace,” available HERE. 

Silver Lining builds upon the band’s acclaimed 2022 debut, Memories, expanding their sound with greater atmosphere, soaring harmonies, and the seamless interplay of male and female vocals. The band members are no strangers to metal though, as they call have been part of the incredible power metal band WIDOW, who have released their work via Cruz del Sur and Pure Steel previously.

Formed in 2019, Infinity Dream draws from the dark grandeur of Tony Martin era Black Sabbath, the drama of Dio, and the mysticism of Warlord and Rainbow; all while crafting songs with their own voice and emotional weight. Their music blends the heaviness of doom with the melodic spirit of classic metal, making Silver Lining a compelling listen for both devoted underground fans and the new legion of fans who have come to love bands like Ghost and Witchcraft.

Listen to and watch “Lost Embrace” here: https://youtu.be/kJMwgFWGO6U

Silver Lining was recorded at Wootensound Studios with drums tracked at Sonark Studios, produced by John Wooten III and Chris Bennett, and mixed by Steven Raets of Sonark Media. The album’s striking artwork and visual design were created by Chris Harris.

Silver Lining is available for pre-order on Bandcamp and via the Nameless Grave shop.

Source: Nameless Grave Records

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COLD SLITHER – Announce NYC Show

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, heavy metal albums, heavy metal bands, Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on September 8, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Reigning Phoenix Music, in collaboration with Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company, is thrilled to announce that COLD SLITHER, the reimagined heavy metal menace inspired by the infamous band from G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero, is preparing to take New York by storm. The show will take place on October 11th, the same weekend as NYC’s Comic Con, where the Gramercy Theatre will be conquered by an explosive sonic force that fuses nostalgia with a modern metal powerhouse. Get your tickets HERE.

Zartan comments on the forthcoming NYC show: 

“Well, well, it seems as though there are several potential recruits whom have a desire to join our small but elite society of Dreadnoks… This time in New York City! Our services are once again called upon by Cobra Commander and Reigning Phoenix Music to melt minds with Cold Slither! So be it, my Dreadnoks and I will see you all October 11th… Come prepared…Cobraaaaa!!” 

The show announcement follows the release of the self-titled debut album in June of this year via Reigning Phoenix Music. Also on the horizon, the G.I. Joe-stanning supergroup are set to join the Decibel Flexi Series with an exclusive new banger, “Cobra Island.”

Cold Slither is a declaration of war. Fronted by the enigmatic Zartan and his ruthless Dreadnok bandmates Torch, Ripper, and Buzzer, the band fuses old-school heavy metal with anarchic energy and unrelenting force. With tracks built on punishing riffs, venomous vocals, and apocalyptic atmosphere, COLD SLITHER resurrects the myth and turns it into a modern-day metal juggernaut.

Watch “Zartan’s Revenge” HERE: https://youtu.be/AlOhHT1SdAY

Watch “Cold Slither” HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhU2Fai5beI

Featuring 10 original tracks and a remastered version of their cult-classic single “Cold Slither,” the album plunges into dystopian metal with themes of swamp-born menace and Cobra-fueled power. The Cold Slither album is available across digital and vinyl formats.

Order HERE:
https://coldslither.rpm.link/albumPR

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Source: C Squared Music

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ALPHA DESTROYER – Release Video For “Lobotomized” | Fast Lane Out On CD & Vinyl October 15th

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , on September 6, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

The new music video from heavy rock all-stars ALPHA DESTROYER – featuring Martin Sweet (Crashdïet), Kelly LeMieux (Buckcherry), and Eric Sexton-Dorsett (Sleepless), is now streaming. “Lobotomized” marks the third single off the band’s upcoming debut album, Fast Lane.

A true ripper in every sense, “Lobotomized” anchors the album’s thematic momentum, cementing the band’s vision for sonic intensity in untamed fashion.

Check out “Lobotomized” now at youtu.be/viyQjtR0p64?si=xBp10IYDwKXIAUmO

Fast Lane is due out this fall on Necromantic Press Records. Physical copies of Fast Lane, including limited-edition red splatter and standard black vinyl, will begin shipping on October 15. The album will be available on all streaming platforms on October 31. Pre-orders are available at this location.

Fast Lane – Track-listing:

1 – Straight into the Grind

2 – Masterplan

3 – Dirt in the Ground

4 – Lobotomized

5 – Transmission

6 – Fast Lane

7 – Sweet Dreams From Oblivion

8 – Manic Messiah

9 – Conspiracy

10 – The Prophet

Stream ALPHA DESTROYER on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Music. Follow ALPHA DESTROYER on Facebook and Instagram.

“This Isn’t a Band. It’s a Warning.”

Source: ClawHammer PR

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KALAMITY KILLS Pays Tribute To The Prince of Darkness With New Video for “I Don’t Know” Featuring Ray Luzier (Korn) & Billy Sheehan

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock music, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , , on September 5, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Rising rock force KALAMITY KILLS unleashes a bold and reverent take on “I Don’t Know” with their latest video release, featuring powerhouse drummer Ray Luzier (KORN) and legendary bassist Billy Sheehan (MR. BIG, THE WINERY DOGS). This electrifying reinterpretation of the classic track pays homage to the enduring legacy of the Prince of Darkness himself: OZZY OSBOURNE.

The idea for the tribute was sparked after the band witnessed OZZY’s final performance at the Back to the Beginning Concert in Birmingham, England. Deeply moved, KALAMITY KILLS set out to honor the icon who shaped so much of their musical DNA.

Guitarist JAMEY PERRENOT, whose playing is deeply influenced by the late, great RANDY RHOADS, infused this version of “I Don’t Know” with both reverence and fire. Fans of OZZY will also hear subtle nods to other classics woven throughout: a sonic Easter egg hunt for the diehards.

Special thanks to Ray Luzier and Billy Sheehan for joining the sonic rebellion on this one.

The release also comes with news that the Expanded Edition of Kalamity Kills will be available on September 9, 2025. This edition will include brand-new tracks, alternate mixes, and exclusive content on CD in limited quantities. A candy apple red vinyl edition is set to follow in April 2026.

Track Listing: 

  1. Anthem
  2. Dearest Enemy
  3. What’s On Your Mind
  4. Dark Secrets
  5. The Chemistry of Meant To Be
  6. ALIEN
  7. Hellfire Honey
  8. Burn
  9. Sinners Welcome
  10. I Still Believe
  11. Amen

Bonus Tracks:

  1. Afraid
  2. Starry Skies (988) (feat. Aaron Gillespie from Underoath)
  3. Dark Secrets (2025 Version)
  4. Dearest Enemy (Pressure) (Scott Bush alt. Mix)
  5. The Chemistry of Meant To Be (Kellan McGregor Radio Mix)
  6. Jingle Bells (Slay)

About KALAMITY KILLS:

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.

More than just a studio project, KALAMITY KILLS is a growing force with a full live lineup, including bassist/vocalist Julia Lauren Bullock and drummer Rob Bodley. Their songs, ranging from explosive anthems to brutally honest ballads, tackle themes of faith, failure, hypocrisy, redemption, and the messy beauty of being human.

KALAMITY KILLS is for the outsiders, the misfits, the ones who’ve been burned and are still standing. Loud. Unapologetic. Unforgettable.

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THE CULT Announce Vinyl Reissues Of Choice Of Weapon And Hidden City – Out OCTOBER 17 Via Cooking Vinyl

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock albums, hard rock bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on September 4, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

PRE-ORDERS AVAILABLE NOW: https://thecult.lnk.to/reissuesPR

NORTH AMERICAN TOUR FEATURING TWO SETS (DEATH CULT/THE CULT) BEGINS OCTOBER 9

Sept. 4, 2025 – The Cult reissue two of their acclaimed albums, Choice of Weapon and Hidden City, on vinyl on Oct. 17 via Cooking Vinyl.

Originally released in 2012 and 2016 respectively, the albums form part of a trilogy that witnessed the rebirth of the band with Record Collector dubbing Choice of Weapon “their best album in years,” and The Guardian noting Hidden City features “the strongest Cult songs in years” in a four-star review.

Available now for pre-order, Choice of Weapon arrives as a 2LP limited-edition color-in-color effect vinyl (LP1: red/black vinyl, LP2: purple.black vinyl). Hidden City has been newly remastered for vinyl by Justin Shturtz at Sterling Sound and is presented as a 2LP set (LP1: red vinyl and LP2: white vinyl).

Choice of Weapon was recorded in the California desert with Chris Goss (Queens of the Stone Age, Masters of Reality) at the helm and finished by long-time collaborator Bob Rock who first worked with the band on Sonic Temple. Driven by the lead single “For the Animals,” Choice of Weapon earned iTunes’ Rock Album of the Year in 2012 and debuted at #1 on the UK Rock Chart. Out of print since the original pressing, it has become one of The Cult’s most sought-after modern releases.

Hidden City, The Cult’s tenth studio album was also produced by Rock. Introduced by the sonic assault of “Dark Energy,” the 12-track collection is a master class in space and time, showcasing a band in its absolute prime.

The band embarks on a North American tour next month, with the special performances featuring two sets each night: one from the band’s post-punk origins as Death Cult, and another spanning The Cult’s stories discography. Tickets are on-sale now via TheCult.us. Patriarchy opens as special guests.

October 9 Niagara Falls, ON OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino
October 11 Boston, MA Orpheum Theatre
October 14 New York, NY Beacon Theatre
October 15 Washington, DC Warner Theatre
October 17 Charlotte, NC Ovens Auditorium
October 18 Atlanta, GA Cobb Energy Center
October 20 Fort Worth, TX Will Rogers Auditorium
October 21 San Antonio, TX Majestic Theatre
October 24 Las Vegas, NV The Pearl
October 25 Phoenix, AZ Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum
October 27 San Francisco, CA The Warfield
October 29 San Diego, CA The Sound
October 30 Los Angeles, CA The Shrine Auditorium

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ECLIPSE Announces New Shows Of The MEGALOMANIUM TOUR 2025 | Special Guests: Reach + Andy and the Rockets

Posted in Music, Hard Rock, hard rock music, hard rock bands, news, hard rock news, music news with tags , , , , , , on August 30, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Swedish Hard Rock giants Eclipse are finally back on the road with the announcement of their brand-new Megalomanium Tour 2025. A journey that will take them through Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Belgium, Switzerland, and Italy, this tour is more than just a series of shows, it’s a celebration of everything that makes Eclipse one of the most thrilling Rock bands of our time.

For over two decades, Eclipse have built their reputation on a sound that perfectly balances melody and power. Led by an unmistakable sound and a creative vision, the band has grown into a global force, capable of filling festival fields at Wacken, Download and Sweden Rock, sharing the stage with legendary acts like Aerosmith, Def Leppard and playing all over the World. This tour is the perfect opportunity for fans to experience that power up close, in the heat and intensity of Europe’s most iconic clubs.

Alongside them on the road, Eclipse are bringing two names that represent the vibrant wave of Swedish Hard Rock. 

Reach, with a mix of contemporary and classic Rock sounds, have carved their own path on the European scene, standing out as one of the most creative and ambitious acts of their generation. Their latest album, Prophecy, showcases their adventurous spirit, a genre-fluid blend of theatrical arrangements, introspective lyrics, and spellbinding melodies.

Andy and the Rockets, on the other hand, embody the raw spirit of Hard Rock with a modern twist. Their songs are direct and loud, fueled by an energy that has quickly made them one of the most talked-about bands in Scandinavia. With their new album Casino set for release this October 2025, Andy and the Rockets are stepping onto this tour ready to ignite the stage with their explosive energy.

The Megalomanium Tour 2025 is Eclipse at their very best, powerful, unstoppable, and ready to turn every night into the Music triumph.

Buy your tickets here: eclipsemerch.com

eclipsemerch.com 

andyandtherockets.com 

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SERJ TANKIAN Announces New Album Covers, Collaborations & Collages On Serjical Strike Records/Create Music Group

Posted in alternative rock, Hard Rock, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on August 22, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo credit: Travis Shinn

FIRST SONG “ELECTRIC DREAMS” OUT TODAY LISTEN HERE

FULL COMPILATON LP RELEASES OCTOBER 24

Aug. 22, 2025, LOS ANGELES — Visionary musician, poet, and activist Serj Tankian returns with a stunning new project, Covers, Collaborations & Collages; a genre-spanning collection that celebrates artistic unity, reinvention, and storytelling.

The first single, “Electric Dreams,” (listen: https://createmusic.fm/electricdreams) is available today, via Serjical Strike Records/Create Music Group, launching a ten-week release schedule where a new track will drop each week, culminating in the full compilation album, releasing on Oct. 24, 2025.

“Electric Dreams” single cover by D.S. Bradford

This deeply personal and eclectic body of work features Tankian’s powerful reinterpretations and remarkable collaborations. Among the highlights is a beautifully haunting cover of Chris de Burgh’s “I’m Counting On You,” reimagined with Tankian’s unmistakable emotional intensity.

Covers, Collaborations & Collages showcases striking creative partnerships with some of today’s most innovative artists. Tankian joins with lauded producer Deadmau5 on the hypnotic “A Seed,” New Zealand singer/songwriter Bic Runga’s ethereal voice weaves with Tankian’s in the duet “Things Unspoken,” and acclaimed composer Lucas Vidal creates a sonic canvas upon which Tankian vocally illustrates a scene of the devolution of civilization and the end times, bellowing “There are no more empires / Just burning campfires” on the powerful and cinematic “Apocalyptic Dance.”

Rounding out the collection, Tankian’s cover of Armenian songwriter Ruben Hakhverdyan’s “When Death Arrives,” is a poignant reminder of the reality of our mortality, musing through the eyes of the departed and reminding listeners of the undeniable importance love and truth hold in this world.

Adding a visual dimension to the music, each single’s artwork, and the album’s evocative main cover, has been created by artist D.S. Bradford, who also contributes lead guitar work on the soaring track “Kneeling Away From The Sun.”

With each weekly release, Tankian will share the inspirations, stories and artistic intentions behind the songs, inviting listeners into the creative process like never before.

Serj Tankian’s video intro to Covers, Collaborations & Collages: https://youtu.be/DtzC1LUITBA

“Similar to Foundations, these are pre-existing archival recordings, some of them from way back,” says Tankian. “I wanted to put out a record of collaborations I haven’t released before, along with covers, which I haven’t done. The rest, the collages, are parts that fit the puzzle in the same tone, the same vibe.”

Covers, Collaborations & Collages album cover by D.S. Bradford (original photo by Travis Shinn)

Covers, Collaborations & Collages – track list:

1.    Electric Dreams

2.    A Seed (feat. Deadmau5)

3.    I’m Counting On You

4.    I’m In Heaven

5.    Things Unspoken (feat. Bic Runga)

6.    I Found You

7.    Kneeling Away From The Sun

8.    Apocalyptical Dance (feat. Lucas Vidal)

9.    Sonic Expulsions

10. When Death Arrives

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TikTok.com/@officialserjtankian

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EDENSONG – NYC Eclectic Progressive Rock Quartet To Perform At ProgDay 2025 In North Carolina In Late August | Acclaimed Third Album, Our Road To Dust, Out Now On The Lasers Edge

Posted in Hard Rock, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on August 12, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

photos by Kelly Robertson

Following the May release of their now acclaimed third album, Our Road To Dust, on The Lasers Edge, New York City’s eclectic progressive rock quartet EDENSONG has been announced to play the annual ProgDay festival this month.

ProgDay 2025 marks the 30th edition of the world’s longest-running progressive rock festival, the gathering set to take place Saturday, August 30th and Sunday, August 31st at Storybook Farm in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The event will include performances by Nospun, Ensemble Volcanic Ash, Mono Means One, Inner Ear Brigade, The Twenty Committee, Woodenhead, and Corima, with EDENSONG closing out the festivities on Sunday night.

The band’s James Schoen writes, “EDENSONG is incredibly excited to be making our third trip to ProgDay! It’s just a legendary festival, and you’d be hard-pressed to find a more eclectic ‘prog’ lineup anywhere else. Each of our performances has been with a different incarnation of EDENSONG and has marked a very different chapter in the band’s evolution. It’s exciting to get a chance to showcase new material from Our Road to Dust and breathe new life into some classic songs as a quartet. Thanks to Michael and the rest of the ProgDay crew for inviting us back!”

photos by Kelly Robertson

EDENSONG Live:

8/31/2025 ProgDay @ Storybook Farm – Chapel Hill, NC [tickets]

Since 2004, EDENSONG has delighted audiences throughout the US and abroad with their genre-bending blend: a hard driving rhythm section, flute playing that ranges from serenely melodic to avant-garde, lush vocal harmonies, and more than a touch of orchestral ambition. They have supported diverse acts including Kings X, Ozric Tentacles, Pain Of Salvation, Neal Morse Band, and Anglagard, and have headlined their own tours throughout the US, UK, and Canada.

EDENSONG’s acclaimed third album Our Road To Dust, their first album to be crafted as a quartet, embodies the ambitious, detailed, and eclectic sound they have cultivated over the years, yet is far heavier, more focused, and full of infectious melodic hooks.

With additional recording, sound design and production elements handled from EDENSONG allies across New York, London, and more, Our Road To Dust was produced and recorded by James Byron Schoen at Firecat Audio in New York City, and mixed by Johan Martin/mastered by Tony Lindgren at Fascination Street Studios in Örebro, Sweden (Katatonia, Opeth, Amorphis). The record is completed with photography by Kelly Robertson and artwork by Nate Dorr and Ben Wigler.

Listen to EDENSONG’s Our Road To Dust on all digital services and watch the lyric videos for “Hall Of Statues,” “Book Of Complaints,” and “Our Road To Dust” HERE.

Our Road To Dust is available on CD at The Lasers Edge label webshop HERE and Bandcamp HERE.

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FIRSTBORNE Release ‘Lucky’ Album | Plus New Music Video “Rescue Me” Online Now

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on August 10, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Powerhouse Group FIRSTBORNE are made up of drummer Chris Adler (Lamb of God/Megadeth), soft-shred guitarist Myrone and Girish Pradhan (Girish and the Chronicles/The End Machine) strike with the release of their full-length album, Lucky, now in stores on CD, Vinyl and online via digital streaming and download platforms HERE: http://lnk.to/firstborne

To commemorate the album release and promo the album further the band have created another unique and entertaining music video for the latest emphasis track “Rescue Me.” WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/Rht8ob6GyP4

“’Rescue Me’ was the first song we wrote in person after being penpals for four years,” explains guitarist Myrone. “For me it was this crazy feeling of anticipation as we had been working so hard to get into the same room and we finally did it, almost like a “dog catches car” moment. After we finished setting up Chris looked at me and was like “well what do you got?” and that opening riff is the first thing that fell out of me.”

The music video, directed/edited by Drew Kaufman with puppet design by Natalie Lewis, needs to be viewed to appreciate and follows previous clips – the also clever and entertaining “Wake Up” (also directed by Drew Kaufman) and the lyric video for “Again” a song which is currently enjoying quite a bit of radio airplay at commercial/active rock radio.

All three songs are taken from the full-length album Lucky which was produced by the recognized producer Machine (Clutch, King Crimson, Crobot). The album has been made available as a jewelcase CD and limited-edition (300) amber wave colored vinyl.

FIRSTBORNE features legendary drummer Chris Adler (Lamb of God, Megadeth), virtuoso guitarist Myrone (known by some as the originator of soft shred), and electrifying vocalist Girish Pradhan whose other band Girish and the Chronicles performed recently on America’s Got Talent https://www.facebook.com/reel/717507967417196

Formed in 2019, FIRSTBORNEblend high-energy riffs, soaring vocals, and thunderous rhythms to create a modern yet timeless sound rooted in classic metal, hard rock, and shred guitar. The band first gained attention through a series of independently released singles and EPs between 2020 and 2023, showcasing their signature fusion of melody, technical precision, and relentless groove.

Guitarist Myrone explains how the album came together: “When Chris, Girish, and I got connected in 2019 I said my number one goal in life was to get us all in the same room to jam. Four years later not only did we get in the same room, we went to Machine’s barn in Texas for a month to create 10 piping hot metal jams for the whole world to enjoy. I had written around 150 song ideas before stepping in the studio, and we ended up using none of them. What you hear on the record was entirely written and recorded in Texas.”

With Adler’s iconic drumming, Myrone’s signature guitar work, and Pradhan’s dynamic, powerhouse vocals, FIRSTBORNE are a force to be reckoned with in the hard rock and metal scene; delivering high-energy anthems that bridge the gap between old-school metal and modern intensity.

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XTASY – Announce Digital Re-release of the EP Fuerza Interior

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on August 9, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

XTASY, one of Spain’s most exciting melodic hard rock bands, are proud to announce the digital re-release of their EP Fuerza Interior, now available on all major streaming platforms.

The EP consists of 5 songs from their previous album Eye of the storm, re-recorded in Spanish, with brand new guitar solos and the bonus track of the song “Crashing Down” (acoustic version).

Listen to “Fuerza Interior” EP: https://bfan.link/xtasy-fuerzainterior

Watch the visual of “A Luchar”: https://youtu.be/wzFgYisVQps?si=qxCbX_EofZfOINL-

Fuerza Interior was released as CD format too as a limited edition in 500 copies. Some copies are still available following this link: https://www.xtasyband.com/copy-of-shop 

The EP was produced by Jorge Olloqui, founding guitarist and key songwriter of the band, and recorded at Studio Rock 81 in Noain-Pamplona and Sureau Studio in Matadepera. In January 2022, the original tracks were remixed and remastered by Erik Mårtensson (Eclipse) at Mass Destruction Production in Sweden, giving Fuerza Interior a contemporary edge without losing the heart of the original.

Rediscover XTASY Fuerza Interior, hit play and turn it up!

XTASY ARE:
Silvia Idoate – Vocals
Jorge Olloqui – Guitars
Carles Salse – Guitars
David Zarzosa – Bass
Javi Herrero – Drums

XTASY ON THE WEB:

www.xtasyband.com 

https://www.facebook.com/xtasyrockband/

https://www.instagram.com/xtasyrockband/

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ALPHA DESTROYER – (Featuring Members of CRASHDÏET, BUCKCHERRY & SLEEPLESS) Launch Video for “Straight Into The Grind”

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on August 5, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Fast Lane out on CD & Vinyl September 15

Heavy rock all-stars ALPHA DESTROYER – featuring Martin Sweet (Crashdïet), Kelly LeMieux (Buckcherry), and Eric Sexton-Dorsett (Sleepless) – have shared the offical music video for “Straight into the Grind,” the second single off their upcoming debut album, Fast Lane.

The album’s opening and aptly-named track, “Straight into the Grind,” gives fans another offering of ALPHA DESTROYER‘s punk-tinged anthemic rock.

Watch the video for “Straight into the Grind” at youtu.be/AzvNnyFTdyM?si=PqsYB0GySoKf3-EA

Fast Lane is due out this fall on Necromantic Press Records. Physical copies of Fast Lane, including limited-edition red splatter and standard black vinyl, will begin shipping on September 15. The album will be available on all streaming platforms on October 31. Pre-orders are available at this location.

Fast Lane – Track-listing:

1 – Straight into the Grind

2 – Masterplan

3 – Dirt in the Ground

4 – Lobotomized

5 – Transmission

6 – Fast Lane

7 – Sweet Dreams From Oblivion

8 – Manic Messiah

9 – Conspiracy

10 – The Prophet

Watch the video for the album’s first single “Fast Lane” at youtu.be/Ix7PQIZ0i1o?si=xjYdgP7IVs0Rs8Yq.

Stream ALPHA DESTROYER on Spotify and Apple Music.

“This Isn’t a Band. It’s a Warning.”

ALPHA DESTROYER:
Eric Sexton-Dorsett
Martin Sweet
Kelly Lemieux
Ryan McPhaill
Kevin Hahn

Alpha Destroyer was born in 2022, shortly after trad/thrash metal band Sleepless released its debut LP. Looking for a new creative outlet, Sleepless guitarist Eric Sexton-Dorsett began writing a series of dissonant, groove-heavy tracks; something that channeled the high-powered spirit of bands like Def Leppard while drawing on the chaos of Voivod and Morbid Angel.

After tracking initial guitar parts, Eric brought in drummer Ryan McPhaill to lay down drum tracks. The results exceeded expectations, every take locked in with the raw energy and precision the project demanded.

With a solid foundation in place, Eric filed the songs under the name Alpha Destroyer and started mapping out the next phase.

Soon after, on the Monsters of Rock Cruise, Eric met bassist Kelly LeMieux (Goldfinger, Buckcherry) through mutual friend Kevin Hahn (vocalist/lead guitarist for Sleepless) and now a guitarist for Alpha Destroyer. Late-night conversations on the cruise led to a strong creative connection. Back in Portland, Kelly heard the early tracks and immediately added his signature, larger-than-life basslines. The songs now three deep began to take shape.

In 2024, another key moment happened on the same cruise. Eric met Martin Sweet (Crashdïet), a longtime influence. After staying in touch, Eric sent him the developing tracks, initially just to contribute guitar, yet Martin offered something more: vocals. His performance on the first completed track, “Straight into the Grind,” helped define the band’s sound and opened the door to a deeper collaboration. What was meant to be a four-song EP quickly expanded as the ideas flowed naturally.

The result is Fast Lane, a 10-track debut album that rides the line between doom-laced introspection and high-octane rock. The title track and first single, “Fast Lane,” kicks things off with a punk-edged urgency and Martin’s heavy yet melodic take on personal struggle.

With new music already in the works and plans for live dates in 2026, Alpha Destroyer is just getting started.

THE STORM IS BUILDING. ALPHA DESTROYER IS COMING.

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Source: ClawHammer PR

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Can’t Get Enough: A Tribute To BAD COMPANY – Releases on October 24th

Posted in classic rock, classic rock bands, Hard Rock, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on July 28, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

From Bad Company Bandsintown:

JUST ANNOUNCED!

CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY – The first-ever tribute to Bad Company arrives October 24.

Pre-order & Pre-save the album on limited-edition silver colored vinyl, CD, all digital formats, special merch bundles, and listen to The Struts cover of “Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy” here: https://found.ee/badcompanytribute

Track-list:
“Ready For Love” – HARDY
“Shooting Star” – Halestorm (feat. Paul Rodgers)
“Feel Like Makin’ Love” – Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators
“Run with the Pack” – Blackberry Smoke (feat. Paul Rodgers & Brann Dailor)
“Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy”– The Struts
“Bad Company” – Charley Crockett
“Rock Steady” – Dirty Honey
“Burnin’ Sky” – Black Stone Cherry
“Seagull” – Joe Elliott and Phil Collen of Def Leppard (feat. Paul Rodgers & Simon Kirke)
“All Right Now” – The Pretty Reckless

Founding members Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke also appear on the album, bringing this tribute full circle.

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OZZY OSBOURNE – Rest In Peace

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on July 22, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

1948 – 2025

Rest in peace,

Godfather of Metal.

You will be forever missed.

Condolences to the Osbourne family, his friends, Black Sabbath and his fans.

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COLD SLITHER – To Appear At San Diego Comic Con For Exclusive Signing Event

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , , on July 19, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Reigning Phoenix Music, in collaboration with Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company, is thrilled to announce that the members of COLD SLITHER will be making a special appearance at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 for a limited in-person signing session.

Watch “Thunder Machine” HERE: https://youtu.be/ONlUdlb3JUQ

Fans can meet the band at the Stern Pinball/Reigning Phoenix Music Booth (#4029) on Friday, July 25th from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. This marks the first official signing for the reimagined heavy metal band, based on the infamous fictional rockers from the classic 1985 animated series G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero.

The signing celebrates a wave of exciting developments for COLD SLITHER, including the release of their new single “Thunder Machine”, now streaming on all major platforms. The ferocious new track, inspired by the Dreadnoks’ menacing battle rig, is a sonic onslaught of cinematic riffs and raw energy, solidifying COLD SLITHER’s place in the modern metal scene.

COLD SLITHER’s lineup has been officially revealed as:

  • Zartan – Gus Rios, vocals/guitars (GRUESOME, UNION BLACK, LEFT TO DIE)
  • Ripper – Matt Harvey, guitars (EXHUMED, GRUESOME, LEFT TO DIE)
  • Torch – Ross Sewage, bass (EXHUMED, IMPALED)
  • Buzzer – Andy Selway, drums (KMFDM)

Fans attending SDCC won’t want to miss this rare opportunity to meet the band, grab exclusive merch, and experience the world of COLD SLITHER up close.

In addition, a selection of San Diego Comic-Con exclusives will be available at the Stern/Reigning Phoenix Music booth (#4029), including:

  • A limited edition box set featuring a 7″ vinyl of “Cold Slither” and an exclusive ReAction Zartan figure in partnership with Super7
  • A limited edition COLD SLITHER print produced in partnership with Sideshow
  • Exclusive enamel pins created in collaboration with Yesterdays
  • An SDCC exclusive vinyl variant of Cold Slither

Quantities are extremely limited and fans are encouraged to arrive early to secure these collectibles celebrating the return of COLD SLITHER.

LIVE DEBUT: SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL

COLD SLITHER will also make their explosive on-stage debut during San Diego Comic-Con with a one-night-only concert experience on Thursday, July 24, at San Diego’s Brick by Brick. Presented by Hasbro and Reigning Phoenix Music, this 21+ event promises a full-force blend of original metal mayhem and ‘80s nostalgia.

Event Details – COLD SLITHER Live @ SDCC

  • Date: Thursday, July 24, 2025
  • Time: Doors at 8 PM | Show at 9 PM
  • Venue: Brick by Brick, 1130 Buenos Ave, San Diego, CA 92110
  • Tickets: $35.00 plus service charges – available exclusively at Brick by Brick’s official website
  • Capacity: 450
  • Merch: Limited-edition show-only gear including an exclusive t-shirts, posters, LPs, CDs and collectible pin sets

This high-octane live experience kicks off the biggest weekend in pop culture and gives fans a first taste of COLD SLITHER’s signature metal-fueled rebellion.

Stay tuned for more product details and reveals in the lead-up to Comic-Con. For the latest information on G.I. JOE, follow the official brand social channels on: Instagram and Facebook.

ALBUM PREORDER & VINYL VARIANTS

Pre-Order HERE:
https://coldslither.rpm.link/albumPR

Preorders are now live for Cold Slither, the band’s full-length debut album, including a limited “Dreadnok Attack Orange” marble vinyl variant available via Reigning Phoenix Music and select retailers like Amazon, Amoeba and indie record stores.

The Cold Slither album arrives July 25th, across digital and vinyl formats, including San Diego Comic Con-exclusive “Zartan Chameleon Blue” and “Blood Moon Red” vinyl variants available only at the Hasbro and RPM booths, respectively.

Cold Slither – Track List:

  1. Welcome to the Swamp (Intro)
  2. Cold Slither 
  3. Knock ‘Em Dread 
  4. Thunder Machine 
  5. Zartan’s Revenge 
  6. Snakes on the Bayou
  7. Torched
  8. Under the Dreadnok’s Spell
  9. Master of Disguise
  10. The Ballad of Buzzer
  11. These Fluffies Are Fatal

Source: C Squared Music

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KISS & RATT – Live In Las Vegas! Info Here!

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on July 19, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

From Stephen Pearcy newsletter:

RATT’s Stephen Pearcy & Warren DeMartini playing RATT’S hits!

The KISS ARMY is slated to Takeover The Virgin Hotels for the weekend of November 14th -16th with their “LAND LOCKED in Las Vegas KISS KRUISE“!!

Bringing you ALL of the fun of the KISS KRUISE without the salty air and high seas!

All aboard LAS VEGAS!!

RATT‘S Stephen Pearcy & Warren DeMartini kick off the party on Friday, November 14th 2025!

Purchase tickets here: https://kisskruisevegas.com/

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KING ULTRAMEGA Launches with Debut Single “Rusty Cage” – A Bold Tribute To Chris Cornell In Partnership With Reigning Phoenix Music and MusiCares

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, hard rock music, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on July 18, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

In a landmark collaboration to support the mental health and well-being of music creators, Reigning Phoenix Music and MusiCares have teamed up to spotlight KING ULTRAMEGA, a bold new tribute project honoring the legacy of Chris Cornell. KING ULTRAMEGA debuts today with a powerful reimagining of Soundgarden’s “Rusty Cage,” released via Reigning Phoenix Music.

Watch “Rusty Cage” here: https://youtu.be/GKdMKFBrQpk

KING ULTRAMEGA is an all-star collective featuring original members of  ALICE IN CHAINS, ANTHRAX, MASTODON and SOUNDGARDEN, alongside legendary artists from the hard rock and metal worlds. With each single release KING ULTRAMEGA will feature different musicians that aim to celebrate Cornell’s musical genius while raising critical funds and awareness for MusiCares, the Recording Academy’s nonprofit providing mental health, addiction recovery, and emergency services to those in the music community.

“Chris Cornell’s voice and presence meant so much to so many, including all of us at MusiCares. He and his loved ones have long championed the importance of our work, and it’s deeply meaningful to see his legacy continue through a project that brings connection, awareness, and hope to the music community.” —  Theresa Wolters, Interim Executive Director and VP of Health & Human Services, MusiCares

The lineup for “Rusty Cage” includes:

  • William DuVall (ALICE IN CHAINS) – Vocals
  • Bill Kelliher (MASTODON) – Guitars
  • Mark Menghi (METAL ALLEGIANCE) – Bass
  • Charlie Benante (ANTHRAX, PANTERA) – Drums

DuVall approaches Cornell’s towering vocal legacy with reverence and restraint: “I just leaned into my love for the song and my immense respect for Chris,” he says. “Since the instrumental track Bill, Charlie, and Mark sent hewed so closely to the original, I thought it best for me to stay in that ballpark as well. Again, my reason for participating was simply taking on an interesting challenge when so much of the world was shut down. I had no thoughts or ambitions for this beyond our posting it on social media five years ago. But if this release can help further the good work done by MusiCares, then I’m all for it.”

Kelliher faithfully channels the song’s jagged, shifting riffs, while Menghi injects a dose of low-end swagger, including a bold bass-wah section in the song’s doom-laden second half. Benante captures Matt Cameron’s explosive style with precision and feel, staying true to the song’s “tight but loose” groove.

KING ULTRAMEGA is more than a tribute, it’s a movement. The collective will continue releasing new interpretations of Cornell’s work across SOUNDGARDEN, AUDIOSLAVE, TEMPLE OF THE DOG, and his solo career, each track featuring rotating guest musicians and collaborators. Proceeds from every release will benefit MusiCares.

Watch the video HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKdMKFBrQpk

Listen HERE: https://kingum.rpm.link/rustycagePR

Connect with King Ultramega:

kingultramega.com | Apple Music | Spotify | Deezer | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok | X

Source: C Squared Music

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Death Cult. The Cult. North America Tour 8525 | 2025 Dates, Cities & Venues Listed

Posted in gothic, gothic rock, Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on July 16, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

OCT 09 · Niagara Falls, ON · OLG STAGE AT FALLSVIEW CASINO
OCT 11 · Boston, MA · ORPHEUM THEATRE
OCT 14 · New York, NY · BEACON THEATRE
OCT 15 · Washington, DC · WARNER THEATRE
OCT 17 · Charlotte, NC · OVENS AUDITORIUM
OCT 18 · Atlanta, GA · COBB ENERGY CENTER
OCT 20 · Ft. Worth, TX · WILL ROGERS AUDITORIUM
OCT 21 · San Antonio, TX · MAJESTIC THEATRE
OCT 24 · Las Vegas, NV · THE PEARL
OCT 25 · San Diego, CA · THE SOUND
OCT 27 · San Francisco, CA · THE WARFIELD
OCT 30 · Los Angeles, CA · SHRINE AUDITORIUM

Tickets, on-sale Friday, July 18 at 10 a.m. (local): https://thecult.us/DC/index.html

Patriarchy opens as special guests.

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ALPHA DESTROYER – Featuring Members of CRASHDÏET, BUCKCHERRY & SLEEPLESS — Announce Debut Album: Fast Lane

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, hard rock music, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on July 4, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

“This Isn’t a Band. It’s a Warning.”

A new force is rising from the hard rock underground, and it’s coming for blood. ALPHA DESTROYER, the explosive new band featuring Martin Sweet (Crashdïet), Kelly LeMieux (Buckcherry), and Eric Sexton-Dorsett (Sleepless), has officially announced their formation and the impending release of their debut album Fast Lane, coming later this year on Necromantic Press.

Forged over four years of late-night riffs, shared stories, and mutual respect aboard the Monsters of Rock Cruise, ALPHA DESTROYER is a five-headed beast that fuses the muscle of modern heavy metal with a razor-sharp melodic edge. Rounding out the lineup are guitarist/producer Kevin Hahn and drummer Ryan McPhaill, both of whom bring decades of high-calibre experience and intensity to the fold.

Watch the teaser video for Fast Lane at this location.

With influences rooted in heavy rock, classic metal, and progressive doom, Fast Lane is a ten-track juggernaut that kicks down the door from the opening riff. From the high-octane charge of opener “Straight Into the Grind” to the brooding stomp of “Manic Messiah”, ALPHA DESTROYER weaves stories of struggle, power, and survival with a sound that’s both brutal and anthemic.

The track listing for ALPHA DESTROYER‘s Fast Lane album is as follows:

1 – Straight Into the Grind 

2 – Masterplan

3 – Dirt in the Ground 

4 – Lobotomized

5 – Transmission

6 – Fast Lane 

7 – Sweet Dreams From Oblivion

8 – Manic Messiah

9 – Conspiracy

10 – The Prophet

ALPHA DESTROYER is not here to ask permission, they’re here to make noise. Follow the band online and join the inner circle before the fuse is lit.

THE STORM IS BUILDING. ALPHA DESTROYER IS COMING.

Follow ALPHA DESTROYER on Facebook and Instagram

Source: ClawHammer PR

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