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LÖANSHARK Celebrate Release Of Brand New Studio Album: No Sins To Confess | Out Today On ROAR!

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on February 15, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

“‘No Sins To Confess’ rocks without ballads and if I did not know better, I would have thought the album was an unknown gem from 1988!” HARDLINE MAGAZINE

You want it true, heavy and loud? You love the 80s and you would die for pure fuckin’ Heavy Metal? Then LÖANSHARK is your band! You will find everything your metal heart is beating for within their traditional sound, that takes no prisoners!

The Barcelona-based heavy metal trio unleashes their scorching, first full-length studio album No Sins To Confess! Out today via ROARNo Sins To Confess is now available at this location: https://loanshark.rpm.link/nosinspr

Everything about LÖANSHARK is old-school and like a flashback into the early 80s metal scene. “This is what we feel and what we are, so it’s kinda impossible for us to not sound old-school, because it is in our DNA”,bassist Aless recently said. You will find that spirit within their sound, artwork, their logo or their look. 

“For the cover artwork, we wanted that 80’s movie atmosphere, something eye catchy, dangerous, exciting and sexy! So we have choosen a smoky alley as the setting, long and sexy female legs, that hide a lethal weapon behind them, and there we are, about to die at the hands of this hitwoman who already has “another man in the trunk”. We want to maintain that “mafia” atmosphere in our work, we want it to be our identifying seal, in accordance with the name we chose for the band.”

LÖANSHARK;
Lögan Heads – Guitar, Vocals
Aless Oppossed – Bass
Angel Smolski – Drums

LÖANSHARK was founded as a power-trio in 2017, in the heart of Barcelona and is currently taking the scene by storm as an uprising star on the NWOTHM heaven, just alongside Spanish fellow acts such as HITTEN, SAVAGED, WITCHTOWER or IRON CURTAIN. Following their 2018 debut EP “The Warning Session” and two singles – including their Underground hit “Fast, Heavy, Loud’N Proud” – which were all featured on the “The Gangland Tapes” CD in 2021. Now, LÖANSHARK has finally released their long-awaited No Sins To Confess

Order No Sins To Confess here:  https://loanshark.rpm.link/nosinspr 

The album also features re-recorded, early tracks “Machine Gunner” and “Heavy Metal Addicts” as well as a cover version of NWOBHM cult band MARSEILLE and their track “Open Fire”. In the end you will get ten exciting tracks of a young band, that is obviously on fire. 

“I think we managed to sound fresh within the genre”, summarises Aless. “Obviously we play traditional heavy metal and that aura is going to reach you when you hear it, but at the same time we try to ensure that no riff reminds you explicitly of any other song. Another virtue we have is, that we are what you hear on the album. We try not to be pretentious with the production and when you see us live you will get a very similar experience. People are usually surprised by our live sound, created by just three crazy people.

No Sins To Confess – track listing:
 
01. Electric Shockin’ Waves 
 02. Machine Gunner 
 03. The City Goes Fast 
 04. Another Man In The Trunk 
 05. Backstabber 
 06. Wet n’ Wild 
 07. Midnight Shooter 
 08. Bad Guys Don’t Lose 
 09. Open Fire
 10. Heavy Metal Addicts 

Source: RPM-ROAR

HYPERSTRIKE – Unleashes Anthemic Fury with “Savage Sword”

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on February 2, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Seattle (WA) – Powerhouse Action-Metal band, Hyperstrike, is back with an explosive new single, “Savage Sword,” on all digital platforms!

Serving as the ultimate rallying cry for those who know we live in a simulation, this track challenges listeners to confront the fabric of reality itself. “Savage Sword” tells the story of a world trapped in an artificial construct controlled by an evil deity broadcasting illusions from Saturn. Hyperstrike asks the provocative question: what if everything you see is a lie? The song’s protagonist wields the savage sword, a symbol of truth and rebellion, to sever the deceptive veil and spark a revolt against this cosmic oppressor.

“Savage Sword” follows close behind debut single, “Warning Shot.” Both cuts will appear on the band’s long-awaited debut album, High Risk, a ten-track thrill ride that drops this spring, delivering an unrelenting assault of melody, power, and precision.

Each of the album’s songs plunges listeners into a high-stakes narrative, from the devastating chaos of “Meltdown (Stop the Reactor)” to the primal defiance of “Steel Heart” and the warrior’s anthem “King of the Slain.” The album captures the sound of rebellion with blistering guitar solos, thunderous rhythms, and vocals that alternate between soaring and savage. Recorded in the heart of Seattle’s legendary metal scene, High Risk cements Hyperstrike’s reputation as a band that dares to push boundaries while delivering unforgettable hooks. Brace yourselves for the countdown to the most electrifying release of 2025 is on!

“Savage Sword” is available at the following links:

hyperstrikeband.bandcamp.com/track/savage-sword

music.apple.com/it/album/savage-sword-single/1790368342

amazon.com/music/player/tracks/B0DSTTSRPG

youtu.be/WtTCuqRtKEo

distrokid.com/hyperfollow/hyperstrike1/savage-sword

Line-Up:

Ben (Chop Daddy) Bennett – Speed Chopper Bass
Adon (Brain Lord) Fanion – Maniacal Pyro Vocals
Ilya (Siberian Claw) Ignatov – Elite Assassin Shred Guitar
Josh (Goblin Hammer) Hoffman – Master Drum Blaster

Credits:

Lyrics and music by Hyperstrike.
Mixed and mastered by Joe Cincotta at Full Force Studios.
Drums recorded at One Shot Studios – Engineered by Josh Richins.
Produced by Ben Bennett.
Artwork by Ilya (Siberian Claw) Ignatov.
Logo by Dipayandas Arts.

linktr.ee/hyperstrikeband

Source: ClawHammer PR

MONSTERS OF ROCK 30th ANNIVERSARY ANNOUNCED!

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal festivals, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , , , , on October 26, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

MONSTERS OF ROCK 30th ANNIVERSARY

Saturday, April 19th 2025

São Paulo, Brazil

SCORPIONS | JUDAS PRIEST | EUROPE | SAVATAGE | Queensrÿche | Opeth | STRATOVARIUS

Tickets on sale Friday, November 1st, 2024

Demon Bitch Brings Motor City Metal With “Master of the Games”

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , on October 26, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

Detroit (MI) – Detroit power metallers, DEMON BITCH, have premiered “Master of the Games,” the title track and second single from their long-awaited sophomore album!

Check it out at youtu.be/jUiF6b2Qe3s, as well as on Bandcamp.

Gates of Hell Records (a Cruz Del Sur Music sub-label) will release Master of the Games November 29 on CD, vinyl, and digital formats.

The sophomore effort from Detroit, Michigan pillars of classic metal Demon Bitch, Master of the Games is a nine-song effort that is unmatched and unpredictable! 

An eight-year buffer between studio albums left Detroit true metallers Demon Bitch with one, singular option: To be as uncompromising as possible. While there was an assortment of lessons learned along the way, Demon Bitch used their time wisely to ensure their sophomore Master of the Games long-player turned out exactly like they wanted.

Recorded in Lansing, Michigan between 2022 and 2024 under the watchful eye of George Szegedy, Master of the Games evokes the raw, obscure feelings of underground power and classic metal and captures it throughout nine songs of timeless glory. 

Demon Bitch features several members of the heralded White Magician within its ranks, including vocalist Logon Saton, the guitar tandem of Lord Mars and Solon Saton and Drummer Master Commander. The band is rounded out by returning bassist B. Beastmaster, who was featured on the 2014 Death is Hanging… EP. 

At its core, Master of the Games is a chaotic offering of obscure and underground U.S. power metal and classic heavy metal with some eclectic moments ranging from 1970s sensibilities to more extreme influences.

The over-the-top approach found on the band’s Hellfiends debut remains, although Demon Bitch has injected several epic moments to make the album even more dynamic. And it’s all tied together by lyrical themes of fantasy, legends and lore, highly disputed claims about the world around us, mystery, secrecy and the unknown captured through ominous, esoteric and dark romantic expression. According to Logon, the stories told in the lyrics are “left pretty open for interpretation in most cases, but I certainly think there’s some interesting concepts for you to look into.” 

The album’s artwork was handled by Logon, who wanted to complement some of the more esoteric and mysterious aspects that Master of the Games encompasses, both lyrically and musically. He was working on both the lyrics and the artwork around the same time period, so he spent a lot of time staring at the painting while writing and thinking of ideas. This helped to inspire some lyrical passages in songs like “Sentinel at the Spire,” “Tower of Dreams” and “Soldiers of Obscurity.” 

The release of Master of the Games was preceded by Demon Bitch’s first-ever European dates. The band played Chaos Descends in Germany; a festival populated by some of the truest diehards in the metal scene. 

Demon Bitch also played a few exclusive club shows in Vienna and Croatia. Not surprisingly, the response was universally positive. And, now, with the release of Master of the Games around the corner, the next phase of Demon Bitch’s career begins. Let the games begin!

Track Listing:

1. Beyond the Pillars

2. The Quickening

3. Master of the Games

4. Not of the Cruciform

5. Protector and the Horse

6.Into the Archway

7. Sentinel at the Spire

8. Tower of Dreams

9. Soldiers of Obscurity

Pre-order:

CD: tinyurl.com/DBMASTERCD

LP BLACK: tinyurl.com/DBMASTERLPBLACK

LP ELECTRIC BLUE (LMT 200) : tinyurl.com/DBMASTERLPBLUE

LP COKE BOTTLE (LMT 200): tinyurl.com/DBMASTERLPCOKE

BC: demonbitch.bandcamp.com/album/master-of-the-games

gatesofhellrecords.com

Source: ClawHammer PR

HELLOWEEN – Announce Live At Budokan; Release ‘Best Time’ Live Single & Performance Video

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal albums, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , on October 11, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

Get ready to dive headfirst into the electrifying world of HELLOWEEN with their new live album Live At Budokan, a colossal release that immortalises their iconic performance at Tokyo’s legendary Nippon Budokan! Dropping on December 13, 2024 through Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM), this release will be available in a plethora of formats: 2CD-digipak, 3LP vinyl in trifold, Blu-ray, DVD and digital.

Each version is meticulously crafted to suit the metal community’s diverse tastes, ensuring every fan can relive the raw, unfiltered energy of HELLOWEEN. Pre-order/pre-save the album here: https://helloween.rpm.link/liveatbudokanPR

To tide fans over until Live At Budokan arrives, the band have launched the first single “Best Time (live)”. This electrifying live version of the hit single and most streamed track (more than 11 million streams on Spotify) from HELLOWEEN‘s self-titled reunion album [2021] can be watched here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XT1ITfb76-0

Listen here: https://helloween.rpm.link/besttimelivePR

Artwork by Martin Häusler

Guitarist Sascha Gerstner comments: ‘“Best Time'” captures the energy and the moment when everything fits together perfectly and you leave everything negative behind. For me, this track is an anthem for all those nights when you’re heading towards the future. That’s why it conveys exactly this mood in concert as if you were living in a single great moment that lasts forever.”

This release celebrates the grand finale of HELLOWEEN‘s epic world tour from 2022 to 2023. Spanning over 30 countries on three continents, the tour was nothing short of a triumph, drawing massive crowds and showcasing the band’s undying appeal, the sold-out concert inTokyo is the crowning glory of the cycle.

Known for their explosive stage presence and high-voltage performances, HELLOWEEN‘s shows are fueled by the unique chemistry among the band members. Triple lead-guitar attacks from Michael Weikath, Kai Hansen, and Sascha Gerstner alternate with goosebump inducing duets from vocalists Michael Kiske and Andi Deris, occasionally supported by Kai Hansen, the band’s original singer and third voice. He also takes the spectators on a journey back in time with a medley from the band’s early days, returning to the origins of their sound – HELLOWEEN, the godfathers of melodic speed metal.

Choosing the Nippon Budokan for this live recording was no coincidence. A venue rich in musical history, it has hosted countless legendary concerts and is an accolade for every music group that has played there. HELLOWEEN are the first German band ever to record a live album in the Nippon Budokan, and for the members it was a dream come true.

Lead vocalist Michael Kiske described the show as “surreal, with the electrifying fan energy creating a magical atmosphere.” Bassist Markus Grosskopf spoke of the venue’s profound personal and historical significance, expressing how humbling and inspiring it was to perform in a place that shaped their own musical journeys.

The live recording’s technical brilliance is another highlight. With 29 cameras capturing every nuance, the production team ensured that each moment of the concert is preserved in stunning detail. This attention to detail means the Blu-ray and DVD versions offer an immersive viewing experience, making fans feel like they are right there in the front row.

The setlist of this live album is a treasure trove of surprises, contains the entire 2-hour+ show and offers a fresh experience compared to previous releases like United Alive [2019]. This thoughtful song selection honors both the die-hard fans craving something new and the band’s rich musical legacy, showcasing their evolution and expansive repertoire.

This live album is more than just a concert recording; it’s a celebration of HELLOWEEN‘s enduring impact on the metal scene. It promises to bring the magic of an unforgettable performance straight into fans’ homes, offering a piece of music history that embodies the spirit and energy of a legendary band at their peak.

HELLOWEEN are:
Michael Kiske – vocals
Andi Deris – vocals
Kai Hansen – guitars, vocals
Michael Weikath – guitars
Sascha Gerstner – guitars
Markus Grosskopf – bass
Daniel Löble – drums

More on HELLOWEEN:
helloween.org | Facebook | Instagram | X | YouTube | RPM

Source: C Squared Music

KK’s PRIEST And ACCEPT – Announce Full Metal Assault Tour 2024 | North America!

Posted in concerts, Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , on May 7, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

From ACCEPT facebook:

BREAKING NEWS!
US TOUR ANNOUNCED!

Heavy metal fans, prepare for the most electrifying tour of the year! Heavy metal frontrunners KK’S PRIEST – featuring Judas Priest alum and GRAMMY Award winning/nominated musicians K.K. Downing (guitar) and Tim “Ripper” Owens (vocals) – and Teutonic metal originators ACCEPT will join forces this fall 2024 for an unmissable North American tour! Both bands are touring in support of their brand new albums, out now via Napalm Records.

The massive run will begin on August 31 in Los Angeles, CA, visiting a slew of major cities in the USA and Canada – such as Toronto, ON, Montreal, QC, New York, NY and Nashville, TN – before coming to an end in San Francisco, CA on October 7. Tickets go on sale this Thursday, May 9 at 10:00am EDT, so get your tickets quickly before it’s too late – these will go fast!

ACCEPT’s Wolf Hoffmann says:
“This tour with KK’s Priest is a dream come true for Accept and for me personally.
Accept supported Judas Priest back in the early 80s – it was our first ‘real’ international tour and Priest had been a huge influence on us.
I’m really looking forward to reconnecting with KK on this very special tour. It’s going to be epic! Don’t miss it!”

KK’s PRIEST’s K.K. Downing says:
“It’s time!!! Let the full European metal assault commence, KK’s Priest / Accept. Not since 1983 have we shared the same battleground. From Germany, from the UK, let the Flying Vs clash, let the metal fly! All in the name of defending our beloved heavy metal music, let the people come from all walks of life to witness the battle royal. There is no doubt that we warriors of metal will give every ounce of our energy and our power in order to deliver up our very finest performance. This is a spectacle not to be missed, and this is possibly the one and only time in history for you to witness this iconic duel. Who will be the victor? You will be the judge, let the music begin from early August to early October… The arena awaits!!”

STRIKER – Joins Legions of Metal 2024 Lineup w/ Unleash The Archers, Hirax And More!

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , on December 7, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Clockwise – L-R – Dan Cleary – Vocals, John Simon Fallon – Guitar, Pete Klassen – Bass, Tim Brown – Guitar (Photo Credit: Dana Zuk)

New Music Video “Circle of Evil” From Seventh Studio Album “ULTRAPOWER” Out Feb 2024

Produced by Josh Schroeder (Lorna Shore, Tallah, King 810)

Canadian shredders STRIKER announce they will be joining the Legions of Metal 2024 lineup being hosted in Chicago, IL on May 3rd and 4th at Reggie’s – info. They will be performing alongside Unleash The Archers, WatchTower, Hirax, Mourn The Light, Ice Howl among more to be announced at a later date.

STRIKER is preparing to unleash their seventh studio album “ULTRAPOWER” on February 2, 2024. They recently shared their latest single “Circle of Evil” accompanied by a music video. This punishing classic metal track brings STRIKER back to its roots of speed and power.

STRIKER is preparing to unleash their seventh studio album“ULTRAPOWER” on February 2, 2024. They recently shared their latest single “Circle of Evil” accompanied by a music video. This punishing classic metal track brings STRIKER back to its roots of speed and power.

“Secret societies, shape-shifting reptilians, and evil forces? You’d be running for your life too. We’ve got the nuclear codes and we are launching heavy metal nukes directly into your ears.” adds the band.

Watch “Circle of Evil” at https://youtu.be/YrG-mSSvIeo

Spotify – https://sptfy.com/PbKP

ULTRAPOWER” follows their Juno Award-winning self-released full-length “Play to Win” (2018) released on their label Record Breaking Records and features the band’s latest lineup addition of long-time friend and guitarist John Simon Fallon (The Order of Chaos). For the band’s seventh full-length, they teamed up with producer Josh Schroeder (Lorna Shore, Tallah, King 810), entering the studio this past March. With the band writing material since 2018, “ULTRAPOWER” is a collection of five years of Striker tinkering and exploring new avenues.

ULTRAPOWER is the Striker’s triumphant return to reality. The reality is that shredding rules and nothing can stand in its way. There are classic banger Striker songs, to dabbling in punk style choruses into full-on concept songs. There’s a lot to sink your teeth into if you’ve got the guts.” adds vocalist Dan Cleary.

STRIKER recently wrapped up their fan-supported Kickstarter campaign with exclusive special edition CDs, Vinyl, and merch to aid them with upcoming physical production, marketing, and artwork. Fans supporting the Kickstarter gave STRIKER the ability to continue as an independent band.

“Seriously… a MASSIVE thank you to everyone for your support! Some of you took us over the finish line at the last minute, breaking into the 30K tier. This means we’ll be crankin’ out some Special Edition CDs with extra bonus tracks! Fire it up!!”

Track listing, Album Artwork, singles, and tour dates will revealed at a later date.

Previous singles “Best of the Best of the Best” (2023), “Strange Love” (2022), and “Death Wish”(2021), which will be featured on the album can be viewed and heard via their music videos below.

“Best of the Best of the Best”https://youtu.be/0oX9LFx2szs

“Strange Love” – https://youtu.be/sBsmtgukhHw

“Deathwish” – https://youtu.be/98V8CchlEVM

More info: Striker-metal.com

Source: Asher Media Relations

ARMORED SAINT – Announces North American Tour With Queensrÿche – Tickets On Sale This Friday!

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , on November 7, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Iconic heavy metal outfit ARMORED SAINT will return to the stage this Spring supporting Queensrÿche! The trek, which commences on March 27th, 2024 in Anaheim, California and runs through May 21st, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada, includes several ARMORED SAINT headlining shows scattered throughout.

Comments ARMORED SAINT vocalist John Bush, “Hello SAINT fans, We are happy to announce that we will be hitting the road again in March 2024 to team up with our good friends and one amazing band, the mighty Queensrÿche! Playing shows with Eddie [Jackson], Michael [Wilton], Todd [La Torre], Casey [Grillo], and Mike [Stone] is always inspiring and a lot of fun. The tour hits lots of cities we haven’t played in a while including dates in Canada! Come on out and watch two classic metal bands bring the house down every night! If it’s anything like the 2016 tour we did together, it’s gonna be one hell of a ride! Until then, we are writing brand new music which is sounding amazing! Thanks as always to our loyal fan base. We’ll see ya soon!”

Tickets go on sale Friday, November 10th at 10:00am local time with VIP upgrades available at THIS LOCATION. See all confirmed dates below.

Additionally, ARMORED SAINT will appear at this year’s edition of Life After Death Horror Fest in Mexico City, Mexico December 3rd followed by a special show with KK’s Priest in Bogota, Columbia on December 5th. The band will also take part in the Monsters Of Rock Cruise which departs from Miami, Florida on March 2nd, 2024, and sails for five days with stops in Jamaica and the Bahamas.

ARMORED SAINT:
John Bush – vocals
Jeff Duncan – guitars
Phil Sandoval – guitars
Joey Vera – bass
Gonzo Sandoval – drums

ARMORED SAINT:
12/03/2023 Life After Death Horror Fest – Mexico City, MX [info]
12/05/2023 Royal Center – Bogota, CO w/ KK’s Priest
3/02/2024 Monsters Of Rock Cruise – Miami, FL [info]
w/ Queensrÿche:
3/27/2024 House Of Blues – Anaheim, CA
3/28/2024 Ace Of Spades – Sacramento, CA
3/29/2024 Great American Music Hall – San Francisco, CA **
3/31/2024 Neptune Theater – Seattle, WA
4/02/2024 Black Sheep – Colorado Springs, CO
4/03/2024 Gothic Theater – Englewood, CO
4/05/2024 Barnato – Omaha, NE **
4/06/2024 Delmar Hall – St Louis, MO
4/07/2024 Paramount – Cedar Rapids, IA
4/09/2024 Coronado Performing Arts Center – Rockford, IL
4/10/2024 Peoria Civic Center – Peoria, IL
4/11/2024 The King Of Clubs – Columbus, OH **
4/12/2024 The Vogue – Indianapolis, IN
4/13/2024 State Theater – Kalamazoo, MI
4/14/2024 Majestic – Detroit, MI
4/16/2024 Bogart’s – Cincinnati, OH
4/17/2024 House Of Blues – Cleveland, OH
4/19/2024 Phoenix Theater – Toronto, ON
4/20/2024 Theater Beanfield – Montreal, QC
4/21/2024 Elements – Kitchener, ON
4/23/2024 Tally Ho Theater – Leesburg, VA **
4/24/2024 The Roxian – Pittsburgh, PA
4/26/2024 Empire Live – Albany, NY
4/27/2024 Palladium – Worcester, MA
4/28/2024 Toad’s – New Haven, CT
4/30/2024 Starland Ballroom – Sayreville, NJ
5/01/2024 Keswick Theater – Glenside, PA
5/02/2024 Montage Music Hall – Rochester, NY **
5/03/2024 The Paramount – Huntington, NY
5/04/2024 Lovedrafts – Mechanicsburg, PA **
5/05/2024 The Fillmore – Charlotte, NC
5/07/2024 Masquerade – Atlanta, GA
5/09/2024 Jannus Live – St. Petersburg, FL
5/10/2024 The Plaza Live – Orlando, FL
5/11/2024 Culture Room – Ft Lauderdale, FL
5/12/2024 The Ranch – Ft Myers, FL
5/15/2024 Scout Bar – Houston, TX **
5/16/2024 Come And Take It Live – Austin, TX ** w/ Dangerous Toys
5/17/2024 Granada Theater – Dallas, TX ** w/ Dangerous Toys
5/18/2024 The Shrine – Tulsa, OK **
5/20/2024 Nile Theater – Phoenix, AZ **
5/21/2024 Count’s Vamp’d – Las Vegas, NV **
** ARMORED SAINT headlining show

ARMORED SAINT’s most recent studio album, Punching The Sky, was released in 2020. The critically lauded full-length hit worldwide record charts including #4 on Billboard’s Current Hard Music Albums chart, #6 on the Top New Artists chart, #16 on the Top Independent Albums chart, and #17 on the Current Rock Albums chart upon its first week of release.

Source: EARSPLIT PR

U.D.O. Announces Touchdown US/Canada Tour – VIP Upgrades Available

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , , , on September 27, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Martin Häusler

German heavy metal icons U.D.O. will return to North America this Fall on the Touchdown US/Canada Tour! The journey will commence on November 3rd in Frenchtown, New Jersey and makes its way through nearly two dozen cities, closing on December 7th in Manchester, New Hampshire. Tickets, as well as VIP upgrades which include a meet and greet with U.D.O., a photo-op, autographs, and more are available now at: national-acts.com/UDO. See all confirmed dates below.

U.D.O. Touchdown US/Canada Tour:
11/03/2023 Arties Bar and Grill – Frenchtown, NJ
11/04/2023 The Vault Music Hall – New Bedford, MA
11/05/2023 Reverb – Reading, PA
11/08/2023 The Southport Music Hall – Jefferson, LA
11/09/2023 Rise Rooftop – Houston, TX
11/11/2023 Royal Oaks Event Center – San Antonio, TX
11/12/2023 Trees – Dallas, TX
11/15/2023 The 44 – Glendale, AZ
11/16/2023 Whiskey A Go Go – West Hollywood, CA
11/17/2023 DNA Lounge – San Francisco, CA
11/18/2023 Stages – Santa Ana, CA
11/20/2023 Brick By Brick – San Diego, CA
11/22/2023 The Rick House – Denver, CO
11/24/2023 The Vixen – McHenry, IL
11/25/2023 The Forge – Joliet, IL
11/26/2023 King Of Clubs – Columbus, OH
11/28/2023 Brass Monkey – Ottawa, ON
11/29/2023 Les Foufounes Electroniques – Montreal, QC
11/30/2023 Lees Palace – Toronto, ON
12/01/2023 Token Lounge – Westland, MI
12/03/2023 Blue Note – Harrison, OH
12/04/2023 Shank Hall – Milwaukee, WI
12/07/2023 Angel City Music Hall – Manchester, NH

U.D.O. – featuring legendary vocalist Udo Dirkschneider, drummer Sven Dirkschneider, guitarists Fabian Dee Dammers and Andrey Smirnov, and bassist Peter Baltes – released their latest studio album, Touchdown, last month via Atomic Fire Records. The record continues to reap critical accolades globally and entered the official German album charts at #4 upon its first week of release marking the highest charting result in their homeland in their long-running career! Other notable chart entries include:

Germany: #4 (Album Chart)
Switzerland: #8 (Album Chart)
Austria: #33 (Album Chart)
Sweden: #1 (Physical, Vinyl & Hard Rock) / #17 (Album Chart)
Finland: #2 (Physical) / #34 (Album Chart)
France: #25 (Album Chart)
UK: #50 (Independent Album Chart)
US: #16 (Top New Artists) / #18 (Hard Rock)

Preview and purchase Touchdown at THIS LOCATION.

Source: EARSPLIT PR

IRON SAVIOR – Returns With “In the Realm of Heavy Metal” In New Single & Video Off Upcoming Album “Firestar”!

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, Power Metal with tags , , , , , , , , , on August 12, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

German power metal frontrunners, IRON SAVIOR, have announced the release of their new studio album, titled Firestar, for October 6, 2023 via AFM Records. The pre-sale is available at THIS LOCATION!

Following previously-released songs, “Through the Fires of Hell” and the blistering, fast-paced album title track, IRON SAVIOR are premiering a music video for their new single “In the Realm of Heavy Metal”! The new clip is now streaming HERE.

Firestar track listing:

IRON SAVIOR have again come up with an exceptional studio album in Firestar, enhanced by Felipe Machado Franco’s impressive cover artwork presenting the band’s mighty spaceship that has been aroundr since 2011. The cherry on the cake is the powerful production courtesy of Hamburg’s Powerhouse Studio, including intelligently positioned keyboard parts and the anthemic background choirs, supported by Sielck’s 17-year-old daughter Frida and her boyfriend. Without any doubt, Firestar promises to be a bonfire in many respects!

IRON SAVIOR:
Piet Sielck (vocals, guitars)
Joachim “Piesel” Küstner (guitars)
Jan S. Eckert (bass)
Patrick Klose (drums)

Firestar track listing:

  1. The Titan
  2. Curse of the Machinery
  3. In the Realm of Heavy Metal
  4. Demise of the Tyrant
  5. Firestar
  6. Through the Fires of Hell
  7. Mask, Cloak and Sword
  8. Across the Wastelands
  9. Rising from Ashes
  10. Nothing Is Forever
  11. Together as One

Source: AFM Records

DAMNATIONS HAMMER Reveal Album Details & Music Video For First Single, feat. MY DYING BRIDE Singer Aaron Stainthorpe!

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on July 22, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Building on the foundations set by their previous 2019 album, “Unseen Planets, Deadly Spheres”, September 15, 2023 will see DAMNATIONS HAMMER release their much awaited, forthcoming magnum opus titled “Into The Silent Nebula“!

On their third album, DAMNATIONS HAMMER unleashes eight songs of relentless heavy metal, incorporating the band’s trademark doom-laden groove. Once again produced by Mark Mynett, “Into The Silent Nebula” will feature guest appearances from Rotting Christ’s Sakis, Aaron Stainthorpe of My Dying Bride and Fenriz from Darkthrone!

Give ear, today, DAMNATIONS HAMMER are presenting a first single, the colossal album opener “Sutter Cane“ (feat. Aaron Stainthorpe)! A video clip is now premiering HERE!

The band comments:
“”Sutter Cane” is based on the film “In The Mouth Of Madness”. Sutter Cane is the protagonist from the film, he’s a horror novel writer who goes missing before the release of his latest book, “In The Mouth Of Madness”. It turns out that what Cane is writing is becoming reality: He’s opening a gateway to other worlds allowing an unspeakable horror to spill into our reality! That’s Aaron Stainthorpe from My Dying Bride at 02:51 minutes wanting to know “Do you read Sutter Cane?”

Set to be released as CD Digipak, Ltd. Vinyl LP and Digital formats on September 15, 2023 through Massacre Records, the album pre-sale is now available at THIS LOCATION!

Into The Silent Nebulatrack listing:

  1. Sutter Cane – feat. Aaron Stainthorpe (My Dying Bride)
  2. Do Not Disturb The Watchmaker
  3. Outpost 31 – feat. Fenriz (Darkthrone)
  4. Into The Silent Nebula
  5. The Silent Nebula – feat. Sakis Tolis (Rotting Christ)
  6. The Call Of The Void
  7. The Hex iv
  8. The Moon And The Waters Of Death

Album Line-Up:
Tim Preston – Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Ady Farnell – Lead Guitar
Jamie Fowler – Bass
Gary Bevan – Drums

DAMNATIONS HAMMER Live:
08.08.2023 UK London – The Underworld Camden
09.08.2023 UK Manchester – Rebellion

Source: Massacre Records

KING KOBRA “WE ARE WARRIORS” – New Studio Album Releases On August 11, New Music Video Streaming Now!

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , , on July 22, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

An all-new King Kobra with We Are Warriors, the band’s hard-hitting 7th studio album. KK founder Carmine Appice is joined once again by longtime bassist Johnny Rod, and vocalist Paul Shortino who welcome to the den the newest vipers, Quiet Riot guitarist Carlos Cavazo and former DIO guitarist Rowan Robertson. Check out the first single, the supercharged title track, which was released earlier this week on all digital platforms.

The band even recorded a captivating performance music video that proves these veteran rockers still have what it takes to bring the rock! We Are Warriors releases on August 11th.

We Are Warriors – Track List:

01. Music Is A Piece Of Art
02. Turn Up The Music
03. Secrets And Lies
04. Drownin’
05. One More Night
06. Love Hurts
07. Dance
08. Darkness
09. We Are Warriors
10. Drive Like Lightning
11. Trouble (Bonus Track)
12. Side By Side (Bonus Track)

Sources: Cleopatra Records newsletter cleorecs.com

PRIMAL FEAR – Unleashes Music Video For New Track “Deep In The Night” – New Studio Album “Code Red” Releasing This September Via Atomic Fire

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news, Power Metal with tags , , , , , , , , , on July 20, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Alex Kuehr

Can you hear the sirens howling? Code Red, the forthcoming new studio album from German metal commandos PRIMAL FEAR, will be unleashed upon the world in just six weeks on September 1st via Atomic Fire.

Following the release of celebrated first single, “Another Hero,” the group today shares a second new track, “Deep In The Night.” The raging yet stomping song is a massive statement for all human beings that have lost faith in mankind or other people while underlining that there’s still better times awaiting.

Vocalist Ralf Scheepers comments, “Finding out to being cheated is one of the worst experiences for a young man or woman. Unfortunately, it happens to almost every one of us in life and if not, I hope it never will! But one thing is for sure: If it happens to you, it will definitely help to make the cornea around your heart grow even more. It affects your trust and if you take it too personally, you will probably never be able to trust anyone again. Nevertheless, there are fortunately always people who penetrate this cornea and reach your heart with their beautiful souls.”

Watch PRIMAL FEAR‘s “Deep In The Night” video at THIS LOCATION. Stream/purchase the track at THIS LOCATION.

Ubik Media, who produced the music video for aforementioned hit track “Another Hero,” has once again greatly caught the atmosphere of the song. The video was shot at Stuttgart, Germany’s Im Wizemann venue, where PRIMAL FEAR will kick off their release tour with support from special guests The Unity.

Watch PRIMAL FEAR’s previously released video for “Another Hero” at THIS LOCATION.

Code Red will be available in digipak CD, 2xLP in multiple color variants, and digitally.

Preorder Code Red in the physical format of your choice, presave it on your favorite DSP, or preorder it digitally to receive “Deep In The Night” and “Another Hero” instantly at THIS LOCATION.

Cover artwork by Stan W. Decker

Recorded in Germany at Sebastian “Basi” Roeder’s Backyard Studios, with the helping hands of vocalist Ralf Scheepers as well as Mitch Kunz, Code Red was produced by bassist Mat Sinner and co-produced by Scheepers and guitarist Tom Naumann. Long-time PRIMAL FEAR companion Jacob Hansen took care of mixing and mastering at his own Hansen Studios in Denmark once again. Additionally, Stan W. Decker, who created previous works for the band including 2017’s Angels Of Mercy – Live In Germany, 2018’s Apocalypse, and 2021’s I Will Be Gone), provided the record’s magnificent artwork.

Subscribe to Atomic Fire Records on YouTube HERE. Listen to “Deep In The Night” as well as other new tracks in the AFR New Releases playlist on Spotify HERE.

PRIMAL FEAR w/ The Unity – Code Red European Tour – Part 1:
9/01/2023 Im Wizemann (Halle) – Stuttgart, DE
9/02/2023 Kaminwerk – Memmingen, DE
9/03/2023 Frankenhalle – Naila, DE
9/05/2023 Backstage (Werk) – Munich, DE
9/06/2023 Zeche – Bochum, DE
9/07/2023 Batschkapp – Frankfurt, DE
9/09/2023 Le Port Franc – Sion, CH
9/10/2023 Z7 – Pratteln, CH

PRIMAL FEAR:
Ralf Scheepers – vocals
Mat Sinner – bass, vocals
Tom Naumann – guitars
Alexander Beyrodt – guitars
Magnus Karlsson – guitars
Michael Ehré – drums

Source: EARSPLIT PR

CIRITH UNGOL – Announces Three Special US Shows; Band To Play Los Angeles For The First Time In Thirty-Five Years!

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on July 11, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Peter Beste

American heavy metal icons CIRITH UNGOL today announce three special live performances. The trio of dates includes a performance in Denver, Colorado for the first time ever as well as a show in West Hollywood, marking the band’s first Los Angeles live appearance in thirty-five years!

Comments the band, “CIRITH UNGOL legions arise! We are coming to unleash our epic metal darkness upon three US cities. Los Angeles will see our first appearance since 1988 – be there to behold this triumphant return! Our Colorado show will mark the band’s first time ever in the Centennial State, and for you New York diehards, we cannot wait to return and play for you. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable descent into the abyss!”

Tickets are on sale now. See confirmed dates below.

CIRITH UNGOL Live:

8/18/2023 The Gothic Theater – Denver, CO w/ Night Demon, Castle Rat, Chamber Mage [Tickets]

8/20/2023 Le Poisson Rouge – New York, NY w/ Night Demon, Sanhedrin [Tickets]

10/20/2023 The Roxy – West Hollywood, CA [Tickets]

CIRITH UNGOL released their Half Past Human EP via Metal Blade Records in 2021. The globe was ravaged by pandemic in the wake of the release of their reunion album, Forever Black, in April 2020. As time stood still, the band dug deep into their archival crypts, drawing back the veiled mists of history to expose long-forgotten jewels from their storied past. In doing so, they exhumed four songs written in a bygone era but never properly included as part of their fabled discography.

CIRITH UNGOL swept the dust off these precious relics, summoning long-dead forces back to life. Each song was reimagined for today, injected with a fresh dose of power and vitality while preserving their trademark mysticism and remaining drenched in sinister, apocalyptic energy. Recorded under the watchful eye of producer Armand John Anthony (Night Demon, Bewitcher, Gygax) in the darkness of 2020, Half Past Human is a treasured addition to the music collections of CIRITH UNGOL loyalists. In keeping with tradition, the package is completed by stunning cover art courtesy of acclaimed fantasy artist Michael Whelan, from the original Elric series.

Preview and purchase the EP atmetalblade.com/cirithungol.

CIRITH UNGOL:
Tim Baker – vocals
Greg Lindstrom – guitar
Robert Garven – drummer
Jim Barraza – guitar
Jarvis Leatherby – bass

Stay tuned for news on new CIRITH UNGOL material to be revealed in the weeks to come.

Source: EARSPLIT PR

U.D.O. Unveils New Video / Single, “Forever Free” From Forthcoming Studio Album “Touchdown”

Posted in classic rock, Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , , , on June 25, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Martin Häusler

“Touchdown” Full-Length To See Release This August Via Atomic Fire Records + Preorders Launched!

Heavy metal quintet U.D.O. — fronted by legendary singer Udo Dirkschneider and officially completed by former Accept bassist Peter Baltes in April — recently announced their new studio album, Touchdown, due out on August 25th via Atomic Fire Records.

Crafted with producer and mixing engineer Martin “Mattes” Pfeiffer at Redhead Studio (Wilhelmshaven, Germany), the massive, thirteen-track Touchdown was mastered by Stefan Kaufmann at ROXX Studio (Solingen, Germany). The record includes a guest appearance by violinist Stefan Pintev on the closing track, and bass tracks were recorded by new member Baltes. Artwork was provided by Martin Häusler who was also responsible for shooting band photos in support of the new album campaign.

Watch U.D.O.’s “Forever Free” lyric video at THIS LOCATION. Stream/purchase the track at THIS LOCATION.

Currently, U.D.O., who are also performing as DIRKSCHNEIDER, are gracing the stages of some of Europe’s biggest festivals including Graspop Metal Meeting, Leyendas del Rock, Summer Breeze Open Air, and more. Playing in front of their rabid loyal global fanbase makes each and every concert feel like a home game and today, U.D.O. kicks off their new musical season with their latest single and accompanying lyric video, “Forever Free.”

Elaborates drummer Sven Dirkschneider of the track, “‘Forever Free’ is supposed to make people not simply believe facts they hear or get shown, for example, by media, but to think individually. Of course, we don’t mean that one should question everything. The song shall just express that it’s better to create your own opinions about conflicts and other topics one stands for, even when they’re wrong sometimes, than to follow the mass blindly. It’s a musical tribute to our privilege of living in a free world as we luckily can.”

Preorder Touchdown, presave it on your favorite DSP, or preorder it digitally to receive “Forever Free” instantly at: http://udo.afr.link/touchdownPR.

Subscribe to Atomic Fire Records on YouTube HERE. Listen to “Forever Free” as well as other new tracks in the AFR New Releases playlist on Spotify HERE.

European fans can catch U.D.O. / DIRKSCHNEIDER live throughout the coming months. For tickets and to stay up to date on upcoming shows go to THIS LOCATION.

Touchdown – Track Listing:

  1. Isolation Man
  2. The Flood
  3. The Double Dealer’s Club
  4. Fight For The Right
  5. Forever Free
  6. Punchline
  7. Sad Man’s Show
  8. The Betrayer
  9. Heroes Of Freedom
  10. Better Start To Run
  11. The Battle Understood
  12. Living Hell
  13. Touchdown

Source: EARSPLIT PR

BATTLE BEAST – Added To PROGPOWER USA LINEUP

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music festivals, music news, news, Power Metal with tags , , , , , , , , on June 6, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Finnish heavy metal sextet BATTLE BEAST will be bringing their Circus of Doom to town and playing Day 3 (Sept. 8) of ProgPower USA. They will be replacing WIND ROSE. Tickets are still available for days 1 & 2 of the festival. 

ProgPower USA is a progressive and power metal festival held annually in the United States since 2001. Its upcoming edition, ProgPower USA XXII, will occur Sep 6 – Sep 9, 2023 at Center Stage Theater in Atlanta, GA. This year’s lineup features KAMELOT, UNLEASH THE ARCHERS, the final USA show for POWER QUEST, and the first announced USA show for THE HALO EFFECT. Other acts include DORO, BEAST IN BLACK, SWALLOW THE SUN, VOLA, CYNIC, and more!

Day 1 | September 6
DORO
SWALLOW THE SUN
CYNIC
ELVENKING
ICE AGE

Get Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/progpower-usa-xxii-day-2-atlanta-georgia-09-07-2023/event/0E005D4CB6AB455E

Get Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/progpower-usa-xxii-day-2-atlanta-georgia-09-07-2023/event/0E005D4CB6AB455E

Day 2 | September 6
BEAST IN BLACK
VOLA
THE HALO EFFECT
ZERO HOUR
SEVEN KINGDOMS

Day 3 | September 8 – SOLD OUT

KAMELOT
CALIGULA’S HORSE
GREEN CARNATION
AD INFINITUM
BATTLE BEAST
THE CRYPTEX

Day 4 | September 9 – SOLD OUT

MYRATH
UNLEASH THE ARCHERS
DELAIN
VISIONS OF ATLANTIS
EVIL INVADERS
POVERTY’S NO CRIME

Glenn Harveston reflected, “Our festival has established itself as one of the most unique and exciting events for progressive and power metal worldwide, and the history of sales speaks for itself. I’m thankful for yet another sell-out for days 3&4, and hope the trend continues for Milton and Nathan’s shows as well.”

Milton Mendonca continued, “This year’s Day 2 roster calls back to the quintessential blend of genres that made our festival so successful to begin with. You cannot find a show like this anywhere else in the States, so last call to join the best metal party of the year.”

ProgPower USA has served as the USA debut for iconic bands like Nightwish, Blind Guardian, Epica, Kamelot and more. Tickets for days 1 & 2 of the festival have limited quantities still available. Be a part of heavy metal history and join in on ProgPower USA XXII!

Source: C Squared Music

BRAY ROAD – Announces Release Date Of New Studio Album ‘Focused, Fierce, Relentless…’ Post New Music Video

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , , , on June 2, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Thrash cryptids BRAY ROAD are set to release their newest album, Focused, Fierce, Relentless… on July 15. This trio of beasts from Milwaukee returns with their third full-length offering of aggressive, old-school thrash.

The band partnered with DeadRhetoric.com to premiere the B-horror-movie-inspired music video for the album’s first single, “Feed the Beast.” Check it out at this location

Pre-order Focused, Fierce, Relentless… at www.brayroad.com/merch

Tracklisting:
Goodbye, Ms. Godfrey
Nobody’s Junior
Feed The BEAST
Possible Violence
Ride
Dark Passenger
Takes One To Know One

Focused, Fierce, Relentless… – all distinguishing traits that have come to symbolize BRAY ROAD’s attitude and approach. Formed by Guitarist / Vocalist Nino Nienas in 2011, BRAY ROAD is a 3-piece Thrash / Groove Metal band from Milwaukee, WI.

BRAY ROAD derives its name from an actual road located in Elkhorn, WI, where stories of the popular cryptozoological werewolf-like creature, the Beast of Bray Road, is said to stalk the area.

Photo by: Hobbes Caltous

Bray Road is:
Nino Nienas – Vocals/Guitars
Peter Kissane – Drums
David Moran – Bass

The band’s debut full-length recording (recorded in 2015 via Cavern Entertainment), Feast Upon the Helpless was released in the Spring of 2017.

BRAY ROAD’s follow-up 5-song E.P. entitled Formation was released in early 2019 and highlighted the band’s direction featuring a more aggressive and heavy approach across the board, while still maintaining the Thrash / Groove Metal elements that complimented the BRAY ROAD sonic landscape. BRAY ROAD‘s latest release “Focused.Fierce.Relentless…” 2023, highlights the band’s current musical direction.

BRAY ROAD has shared the stage with and opened for International touring acts such as Testament, Raven, Jungle Rot and the legendary Grim Reaper, Battlecross, Morbid Saint, Deceased, Embalmer, N.S.O.A. RAVEN , Whiplash, Prong, DRI, TOXXIC, Morta Skuld, Ross The Boss, and many regional touring acts, and continue to storm the local and regional scene with some of the best bands and venues around.

instagram.com/officialbrayroadmetal

youtube.com/user/brayroad420

Source: ClawHammer PR

LACUNA COIL – Release Highly Anticipated Single “Never Dawn”

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on June 2, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Italian metal titans, LACUNA COIL, have unleashed their recently announced single, “Never Dawn,” today, June 2nd, 2023. This highly anticipated track marks a significant milestone in the new chapter of LACUNA COIL, who have captivated audiences worldwide with their unique blend of gothic and alternative metal.

“Never Dawn” showcases LACUNA COIL’s signature sound with its haunting melodies, powerful guitar riffs, and the mesmerizing vocal harmonies of Cristina Scabbia and Andrea Ferro. The song delves into the depths of the human spirit, exploring themes of resilience, inner strength, and the eternal struggle between light and darkness. LACUNA COIL’s ability to intertwine introspection and intensity creates an immersive listening experience that will undoubtedly resonate with fans old and new.

Cristina comments on the new song: “First presented, in its instrumental version, in the trailer for Zombicide White Death game, and then in its live version, during our last sold out show in LA, we’re so incredibly thrilled to finally unveil the full version of NEVER DAWN! This song is a fierce survival journey throughout grotesque and frozen lands, where the power within is the main weapon. Ignite the fire in your heart and enjoy the listening!”

“Never Dawn” is now available on all major streaming platforms.
Stream here: https://lacunacoil.lnk.to/NeverDawn-Single

Having established themselves as a force to be reckoned with over their illustrious career, LACUNA COIL continues to push boundaries and evolve their sound while staying true to their roots. “Never Dawn” is a testament to the band’s unwavering commitment to artistic growth and their unrelenting dedication to their loyal fanbase.

For the song “Never Dawn”, LACUNA COIL has partnered with CMON, the renowned board game publisher behind the popular game “Zombicide”. “Never Dawn” is a notable addition to CMON’s latest Kickstarter project, “Zombicide: White Death” and was initially used as an instrumental version in a campaign trailer. The game introduces new characters, mechanics, and challenges for players to overcome, and the upcoming “White Death” version features 5 LACUNA COIL Limited Edition survivor tokens.

Click here for the kickstarter campaign: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cmon/zombicide-white-death

The band recently toured the US West Coast with The Birthday Massacre, Blind Channel, and Edge Of Paradise selling out more than half of the shows.

LACUNA COIL will be back on stage for the European festival season before returning to the USA to embark on the Headbangers Boat cruise with Lamb Of God, Mastodon, Testament, Hatebreed and more:

10.06 – Parma Tattoo Nerd Fest – Parma, IT
25.06 – Area Concerti – Bonorva, IT
29.06 – Resurrection Fest – Viveiro, ES
01.07 – Midalidare Rock In The Wine Valley ­– Mogilovo, BG
08.07 – Rock Harz Festival – Ballenstedt, DE
14.07 – La Centrale – Imola Summer Fest – Imola, IT
15.07 – Cineland Live Arena – Ostia, IT
04.08 – Villa Bellini – Catania, IT
25.08 – Næstved Metalfest – Næstved, DK
27.08 – AMA Music Festival – Romano D’Ezzelino, IT
31.10 – 04.11 – Headbangers Boat – Miami, FL (US)
01.12 – Life After Death Horror Fest – Mexico City, MX

Source: C Squared Music

HAMMERFALL “CRIMSON THUNDER” 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CD Box Set, Autographed By The Band – I Received As A Gift!!

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , , on June 1, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

My very best Metal buddy, Scott Coverdale, was so generous to buy for me the HAMMERFALLCRIMSON THUNDER20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CD Box Set Autographed by the band! Whoa!! I thank Scott so very much for this gift!

Scott took his son to the HELLOWEEN and lHAMMERFALL concert back on May 20th, in New York City at Terminal 5. This is where he bought this beautiful CD box set at. Scott bought one for himself too. Also, this was his sons’ first concert ever and his all-time favorite band is… HELLOWEEN.

Crimson Thunder is HAMMERFALL’s fourth studio album. It has been remixed and remastered by Fredrik Nordström. This box set version also include’s previously unreleased pre-production tracks, a brand-new medley, live acoustic songs and a live album. Very nice.

Back cover to box set. Track-list for all 3 CDs shown.
Digipak opens as a trifold.
Front cover of liner notes. It’s jam-packed with color concert photos and anecdotes of their 2003 world tour.
Back cover of the liner notes.
CD digipak cover.

LONG LIVE HAMMERFALL

STEPHEN PEARCY – 2023 Tour Dates And Meet N’ Greet Info

Posted in 1980's heavy metal bands, Hair Metal, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on June 1, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

The outstanding Stephen Pearcy has many concerts lined up for the remainder of 2023! As a founder and vocalist of the legendary RATT; Stephen Pearcy has also built his solo career to immense heights of success. Check out the tour dates and cities on above tour flyer! Also look into the fabulous meet N’ greet package below!

LONG LIVE STEPHEN PEARCY.