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BOARDWALK ROCK FESTIVAL In Maryland – May 17-18, 2025 | Band Lineups Listed
Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, metal music, Music, music festivals, music news, news with tags boardwalk rock festival, classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, metal odyssey, rock music on January 1, 2025 by Metal OdysseyKING DIAMOND – European Tour 2025 | Dates And Info
Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags Heavy Metal, king diamond, Metal, metal music, Metal News, metal odyssey on January 1, 2025 by Metal Odyssey
From King Diamond Facebook:
Tickets are on sale NOW for our summer tour with Paradise Lost, Angel Witch, and Unto Others on select dates. Also joining us is Myrkur as our special guest vocalist during the King Diamond set. We look forward to bringing St. Lucifer’s Hospital 1920 Tour to you soon.
Get tickets: kingdiamondcoven.com
MARTY FRIEDMAN – 2025 USA Tour Dates and Cities Listed
Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags classic rock, Heavy Metal, marty friedman, metal music, metal odyssey, Nikki Stringfield, Patrick Kennison, rock music news on January 1, 2025 by Metal Odyssey
Live in the USA! martyfriedman.com
Happy New Year! Some Metal And Non Metal Thoughts On 2024
Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags 2024, Iron Maiden, Metal, metal music, metal odyssey, music news, new year, Rickey Henderson, solar eclipse on December 31, 2024 by Metal OdysseyAnother year is about to come to a close and I have some random thoughts to share; both Metal and not so Metal. I could easily write volumes of thoughts down, yet I’ll stick to this being an easy read.
We live in a crazy and dynamic world right now; then again, when has there been a time it hasn’t been? We sadly said goodbye to many musicians that have passed away in 2024. Paul Di’Anno, Jack Russell, Dickey Betts, James Kottak, C.J. Snare and Toby Keith are a grouping that hit home for me. Legends all and God bless them. Yes, there were so many others that left us from all music genres.
The Solar eclipse happened on April 8th and my family and I had front row seats to this event; right in our own backyard in Western Ohio. We all wore those weird cardboard sunglasses that were given out or sold everywhere to look at it straight on. It didn’t get black as night; yet that solar eclipse did come close to doing so. A fun experience it was.
Rickey Henderson was a Major League Baseball player I grew up watching and rooting for. He’s one of my favorites ever. Rickey passed away on December 20th of 2024, leaving behind an incredible Hall of Fame career; best remembered as a member of the Oakland A’s. Rickey did play for over 4 seasons with the New York Yankees and remains the all-time stolen base leader in MLB. God bless him.
Thank you to all for visiting and supporting Metal Odyssey this past year and have a safe, healthy and prosperous new year!
A very special thank you to Tanis Enos for her amazing and popular contributions to Metal Odysseys’ content; with her concert reviews, interviews, album reviews and photography.
Thank you to Scott Coverdale, ALL the PR agencies, bands, record labels and every visitor for making this Metal Odyssey machine a success for over 16 years! Metal be thy name. – Stone
DRUPARIA’s “The River Above” Album Out Now and Streaming!
Posted in Death Metal, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags Death Metal, druparia, Metal, metal music, Metal News, metal odyssey on December 29, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
Cleveland (OH) – Melodic Death Metal crew, Druparia, have released The River Above. The band’s debut full-length album is available to purchase/stream on Bandcamp!
druparia.bandcamp.com/album/the-river-above
The River Above is chock full of riff-heavy melodic death metal, similar to Character- era Dark Tranquillity and Mors Principium Est, with the atmosphere and emotion of Insomnium and Darkest Hour.
The word “Druparia” is a pseudo-synonym for the blackthorn plant that plays a part in some circles of occultism and witchcraft, and fits into the band’s visual and lyrical themes of nature and mysticism. Other lyrical themes include sadness, regret, mythology, and perseverance through hardship.
FFO: Sylosis, The Absence, Light This City, Gates of Ishtar, and Skeletonwitch.
Track Listing:
- Voiceless Regret
- Under the Shade of Sand
- Bereavement
- Kintsugi
- In Repose, Descend
- Sever the Roots [Official Video]
- The River Above
- Of Firmament… And the Renewal
- Bled For Comfort
- When Cranes Return
- The Violet Hour [The Civil Wars]*
Line-Up:
Tyler Clark: Guitars
Josh Gatka: Guitars
David Moran: Vocals
Kyle Lash-Taylor: Bass and Vocals
Noah Van Dyke: Drums and Percussion
Credits:
All Lyrics by David Moran except “Kintsugi” by Tyler Clark. Produced, engineered, mixed, and mastered by Dan Paddy at Blackroom Studios, Copley Ohio.
Cello and Strings by Christopher “Kakophonix” Brown. Keyboard programming and backing vocals by Dan Paddy.
Cover Art by Mark Erskine. Druparia Logo by Alex Zarko. Photos by Lance Littlefield. Layout and Design by Alex Yarborough.
Copyright 2024 Druparia Music. “Voiceless Regret” is dedicated to DJ Sprague.
*All songs written by Druparia, Brendan King, Dan Paddy, and Jeff Spencer, except for “The Violet Hour,” owned by The Civil Wars and Sensibility Music.
Source: ClawHammer PR
Spain’s Modern Metal Titans REEPER Release Special “The Butterfly Effect Deluxe Edition” – Out January 8th!
Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags djent, Elías Andrada, Metal, metal albums 2025, metal music, metal odyssey, reeper on December 29, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
Modern metal powerhouse REEPER, led by multi-instrumentalist and visionary Elias Andrada, is set to kick off 2025 with the release of the highly anticipated “The Butterfly Effect Deluxe Edition“. This special edition of their groundbreaking album drops on January 8th across all major digital platforms. Fans can pre-save or order now at this link:
https://acortar.link/I1hKOP.
With The Butterfly Effect Deluxe Edition, REEPER offers a bold reimagining of their signature sound. Speaking about the release, Elias shared: “We wanted this Deluxe Edition to be more than just a re-release. It’s a
complete experience for our fans, featuring new tracks, enhanced sound,
and details that tell the story behind every riff and every lyric. We can’t wait for you to hear it!”
Tracklist for The Butterfly Effect:
1. Blur Horizon
2. Fire From Athens
3. Rain
4. Just Enough
5. For All That We Have
6. Self-Indulgent
7. Timelapse
8. Get Out Of My Mind
9. Out Of Color
10. Frequency
Every instrument on the album was masterfully performed by Elias
Andrada, showcasing his unparalleled musicianship and commitment to REEPER’s sound.
Visuals That Resonate! The album’s stunning artwork, designed by renowned Argentine creator AbstractChaos, features a vibrant butterfly set against a blue backdrop. This fresh visual direction reflects the band’s evolution, breaking away from traditional metal imagery and inviting fans to interpret their music in new and exciting ways.
Join the movement and experience The Butterfly Effect Deluxe Edition on
January 8th. REEPER is ready to set the tone for a new era in modern
metal. Don’t miss it!
For more updates, visit REEPER’s official platforms and get ready to experience The Butterfly Effect Deluxe Edition!
Spotify:
https://acortar.link/qk62h0
About REEPER:
Founded in 2016 in Spain, REEPER has consistently pushed the boundaries
of modern metal. Under the leadership of Elías Andrada, the band has
become known for their innovative sound and relentless evolution. Over the years, they’ve worked with some of the biggest names in the
industry, including producer Travis Wyrick and Traa Daniels of P.O.D., creating a unique blend of metalcore and djent that resonates deeply with today’s audiences.
With three groundbreaking studio albums under their belt, their latest release, The Butterfly Effect (October 27, 2023, through Art Gates Records) showcases their artistic growth and proves their ability to stand out in a crowded genre. The album is a testament to their dedication to constant innovation and their commitment to leaving a lasting mark on the metal scene.
While waiting for next news and announcements, go and check out their latest videos:
Self-Indulgent – https://youtu.be/JnGwpgYy-FY?si=BUX6-wYQT2Dk8tGd
Blur Horizon – https://youtu.be/lrLWiTgc-lY?si=Yh–gMcKr3vME7PE
Source: SPLIT SCREEN PR
W.A.S.P. – Album One Alive World Tour 2025 | Dates, Countries & Festivals Listed!
Posted in classic rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags Blackie Lawless, classic rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal music, Metal News, metal odyssey, W.A.S.P. on December 28, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
W.A.S.P. 2025 Tour Dates for Mexcio, South America, Europe and UK. Click link below for more info:
JINJER – New Studio Album “DUÉL” Releasing On February 7th
Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags jinjer, Metal, metal albums 2025, metal music, Metal News, metal odyssey on December 27, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
From Napalm Records Facebook:
Ukrainian sensations JINJER innovate with their unrivaled fifth modern metal masterpiece!
New album “DUÉL” will be released on February 7, 2025. Pre-order NOW!
https://napalmrecordsamerica.com/
VENOM INC. – Beyond The Black U.S. Tour Winter 2025 | Dates, Cities & Venues Listed
Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags Heavy Metal, Metal, Metal News, metal odyssey, Salem’s Childe, Tony Dolan, venom inc. on December 27, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
Venom Inc. w/ Salem’s Childe
Beyond the Black US Tour Winter 2025
1/8 – The Observatory, Santa Ana, CA
1/9 – The Whisky A Go Go, W. Hollywood, CA
1/10 – Brentwood Emporium, Brentwood, CA
1/11 – Full Circle, Fresno, CA
1/12 – DNA Lounge, San Francisco, CA
1/14 – Oriental Theater, Denver, CO
1/16 –Hobart Theater, Hobart, IN
1/17 – Diesel Concert Lounge, Chesterfield, MI
1/18 – The King of Clubs, Columbus, OH
1/19 – No Class, Cleveland, OH
1/20 – WC Social Club, West Chicago, IL
1/22 – Middle East, Cambridge, MA
1/23 – The Meadows, Brooklyn, NY
1/24 – The Ottobar, Baltimore, MD
1/25 – Dingbatz, Clifton, NJ
1/26 – Halftime Sports Bar, Newark, DE
1/28 – The Masquerade, Atlanta, GA
1/30 – The Banyan Live, West Palm Beach, FL
1/31 – MT Dora Music Hall, Mount Dora, FL
2/1 – Brass Mug, Tampa, FL
2/4 – Open Chord, Knoxville, TN
2/6 – Warehouse Live Midtown, Houston, TX
2/7 – Red Blood Club, Dallas, TX
2/8 – House of Rock, Corpus Christi, TX
2/10 – Sister, Albuquerque, NM
2/11 – The 44, Glendale, AZ
2/12 – The Usual Place, Las Vegas, NV
2/14 – Goldfield Trading Post, Roseville, CA
2/15 – Libertine Brewing, San Luis Obispo, CA
2/16 – Brick By Brick, San Diego, CA
Check Out My BLACK SABBATH “Paranoid” 8-Track Cartridge!
Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags 8-tracks, bill ward, Black Sabbath, classic rock, geezer butler, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal odyssey, Ozzy Osbourne, tony iommi on December 26, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
I picked up this 8-track cartridge of Black Sabbath ‘Paranoid’ (top photo) for 25 cents at a thrift store a week or so ago. The tape is intact. I love this band and embrace the nostalgia of such an old-time music medium. The ‘Paranoid’ album was released back in 1970. Dig it, my brothers and sisters. 👊🏻
GENE SIMMONS BAND – 2025 Tour | Dates, Cities & Venues Listed
Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags classic rock, Gene Simmons, Gene Simmons Band, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, metal odyssey on December 26, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
Gene Simmons Band 2025 Tour Dates:
4/05 – The Event at Graton Resort & Casino – Rohnert Park, CA
4/25 – Ruth Eckerd Hall – Clearwater, FL
4/26 – Fillmore – Miami Beach, FL
4/28 – The Moon – Tallahassee, FL
4/29 – Florida Theater – Jacksonville, FL
4/30 – Hard Rock Live – Orlando, FL
5/03 – Beaver Dam Amphitheater – Beaver Dam, KY
5/05 – Count Basie – Red Bank, NJ
5/06 – Wellmont – Montclair, NJ
5/08 – Wind Creek Casino – Bethlehem, PA
5/09 – Paramount – Huntington, NY
5/15 – Fallsview Casino – Niagara Falls, ON
5/20 – Brown County Music Center – Nashville, IN
5/22 – House of Blues – Dallas, TX
5/23 – Tobin Center – San Antonio, TX
5/24 – House of Blues – Houston, TX
GEOFF TATE – European Tour 2025 | Dates, Cities & Venues Listed
Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, metal music, Music, music news with tags classic rock, geoff tate, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal odyssey on December 26, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
Happy Birthday To Dave Murray And Graham Bonnet!
Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal music, Music, music news with tags classic rock, dave murray, graham bonnet, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, metal music, metal odyssey on December 23, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
Dave Murray was born in England back on December 23rd of 1956. Today, Dave turns 68 years old. Happy birthday Dave! As a lifelong guitarist for Iron Maiden, spanning five decades, Dave Murray has played on every studio and live album of theirs. A tried and true Metal legend is Dave Murray!
Graham Bonnet was born in England back on December 23rd of 1947. Today, Graham celebrates his 77th birthday. Happy birthday, Graham! An iconic Rock, Hard Rock and Heavy Metal vocalist, going back to the late 1960’s, for such powerhouse bands as Rainbow, Michael Schenker Group, Alcatrazz, and Impellitteri. Graham Bonnet has also commanded a brilliant solo music career.
AVENGER OF BLOOD – Strike Back With ‘Revenge Is My Name’
Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags avenger of blood, Metal, metal albums 2025, metal music, metal odyssey, thrash, Thrash Metal on December 21, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
Death/Thrash Metal stalwarts AVENGER OF BLOOD sign to M-Theory Audio and bring you a new single/lyric video entitled “Revenge Is My Name.” Ripping and ruthless, “Revenge Is My Name” takes no prisoners in its all-out assault as the band pummels and crushes all in their wake.
Listen now on all digital platforms or watch HERE https://youtu.be/gw0rwLRaQeo?si=4YOFATR15dyMlojr
‘“Revenge Is My Name’ is a song about violence and anger! The inspiration came from our love of slasher and horror films, as well as a lot of the first-person perspectives you see on social media and such these days,” explains drummer Shannon Frye. “The world can be a violent place, and songs like this are an outlet for those who experience the same thing.”
“Revenge Is My Name” is the first slice from the band’s forthcoming EP of the same name. ‘The ‘Revenge Is My Name’ EP features four new songs from the re-energized quintet and will be released April 25th on limited (200 copies) throes of ash colored vinyl and CD.
Preorders launch today HERE: https://lnk.to/avengerofblood
“We are excited to work with Marco and the M-Theory Audio staff,” states Shannon. “Having been friends for a long time and knowing Marco’s dedication, work ethic and knowledge, we knew we made the right decision in this new partnership! We look forward to releasing this new EP and much more great things to come.“
M-Theory label president Marco Barbieri has been a fan of the group almost 20 years and their paths have crossed many times over the years whether it was being considered for Century Media, handling music publishing deals, booking AOB on locals shows, producing a single for Relapse, or handling digital distribution, Marco has always lent a helping hand to the guys and he’s proud to finally add them to the label roster.
Originally hailing from the Bay Area thrash scene, AVENGER OF BLOOD moved down to Las Vegas after recording a couple demos. Capturing a deal with JCM Records the group issued their debut ‘Complete Annihilation’ in 2005 which put AVENGER OF BLOOD on the map and conscience of thrash fans worldwide. Several opportunities presented themselves to perform at festivals like Minneapolis Mayhem, Millennium Music Conference, Monsters of Metal and the Northwest Deathfest.
Two years later AOB appeared on the infamous ‘Speed Kills… Again’ compilation, which featured unknown names at the time like Warbringer, Toxic Holocaust, Enforcer and Merciless Death setting the stage for the thrash revival. The same label, Heavy Artillery, signed AVENGER OF BLOOD and released the classic album ‘Death Brigade’ in 2008, which even featured cover art from Joe Petagno (infamous for Motorhead, in addition to works by Krisiun and Sodom).
Momentum was halted when singer/guitarist Eric Greaney and bassist Shawn Loureiro left the group, but Shannon and guitarist Marc Flores have persevered by bringing in new musicians to keep the dream alive recording various releases, such as a split 7” with Witchaven, the ‘Spawn of Evil’ EP (2012) and ‘On Slaying Ground’ full-length (2016).
Now having a stable line-up for the past years, rounded out by singer Sal Lalli, guitarist Chris Garcia, and bassist Corey Sorrenti, the group even re-recorded the band’s debut last year calling it ‘Completely Re-Annihilated’ and performing at Blades of Steel Fest, alongside Flotsam & Jetsam, Vio-lence, Exciter, Jag Panzer, Massacre, Artillery and Riot V, as well as supporting Death Angel and Ruthless on shows in NV and CA. AVENGER OF BLOOD is ready to punish you relentlessly on ‘Revenge Is My Name’; with live performances in the works and already starting to lay down the full-length for 2026.
More information on AVENGER OF BLOOD –
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NECROT – To Join Cavalera On Third World Trilogy US Tour | Tickets On Sale Now!
Posted in Death Metal, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags cavalera, Death Metal, metal albums 2024, Metal News, metal odyssey, necrot on December 20, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
NECROT will return to stages this Winter supporting Cavalera on the Third World Trilogy US tour. NECROT will join the tour on February 20th in San Deigo, California. From there, the journey will wind its way through over two dozen cities, coming to a close on March 30th in Phoenix, Arizona. Additional support will be provided by Dead Heat. Tickets are on sale now. See all confirmed dates below.
NECROT w/ Cavalera, Dead Heat:
2/20/2025 House Of Blues – San Diego, CA
2/21/2025 The Belasco – Los Angeles, CA
2/22/2025 Senator Theater – Chico, CA
2/23/2025 Virginia Street Brewhouse – Reno, NV
2/24/2025 Great American Music Hall – San Francisco, CA
2/26/2025 El Corazon – Seattle, WA
2/27/2025 Roseland Theater – Portland, OR
3/03/2025 Summit Music Hall – Denver, CO
3/05/2025 House Of Blues – Chicago, IL
3/06/2025 The Vogue – Indianapolis, IN
3/07/2025 Mr. Small’s Theatre – Pittsburgh, PA
3/08/2024 Archer Music Hall – Allentown, PA
3/09/2025 Paradise – Boston, MA
3/11/2025 Empire Live – Albany, NY
3/12/2025 The Queen – Wilmington, DE
3/13/2025 Warsaw – Brooklyn, NY
3/14/2025 The Fillmore – Silver Spring, MD
3/15/2025 Hanger 1819 – Greensboro, NC
3/16/2025 Buckhead Theater – Atlanta, GA
3/17/2025 The Abbey – Orlando, FL
3/18/2025 Culture Room – Ft. Lauderdale, FL
3/20/2025 Cafe Istanbul – New Orleans, LA
3/22/2025 Beer City – Oklahoma City, OK
3/23/2025 Echo Music Hall – Dallas, TX
3/24/2025 WAVE – Wichita, KS
3/26/2025 Aztec Theater – San Antonio, TX
3/27/2025 Lowbrow Palace – El Paso, TX
3/28/2025 El Rey Theater – Albuquerque, NM
3/29/2025 Backstage Bar – Las Vegas, NV
3/30/2025 Van Buren – Phoenix, AZ
NECROT will be touring in support of their critically lauded Lifeless Birth full-length, released earlier this year via Tankcrimes. The record earned the #3 spot on Billboard’s Top New Artist chart upon its first week of release. Elsewhere, the record took the #4 position on the Current Hard Music Albums chart, #6 on the Independent Record Label chart, and more.
With Lifeless Birth, NECROT continues their ascent to the forefront of American aural extremity, pushing the boundaries of style and continuing to recast metal in their image. Founded by bassist/vocalist Luca Indrio and drummer Chad Gailey in 2011 with guitarist Sonny Reinhardt joining the following year, the Oakland, California trio offers Lifeless Birth as a culmination of their to-date efforts to encapsulate and push forward the deathly stylings of 2020’s Mortal and their 2017 debut, Blood Offerings.
Stream NECROT’s Lifeless Birth HERE.
Recorded with Grammy-winning producer Greg Wilkinson who has helmed all three NECROT albums and mastered by Brad Boatright at Audiosiege, Lifeless Birth pivots fluidly between technical intricacy, progressive poise, and all-out brutality.
NECROT’s Lifeless Birth is available now via Tankcrimes, on LP in multiple vinyl variants housed in a golden foil stamped gatefold jacket HERE, on CD HERE, MC HERE, and digital HERE.
Source: EARSPLIT PR
BLACK & DAMNED – Unleash Album Details & First Video Single “Ruthless Wrath” – From Upcoming Studio Offering “Resurrection”
Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags black & damned, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal albums 2025, metal music, Metal News, metal odyssey, Power Metal on December 19, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
Prepare for the rise of darkness – BLACK & DAMNED are ready to set the metal community ablaze! With their unique blend of epic power metal and dark, atmospheric sounds, the South German formation is now releasing their third album, which is set to be released on March 14, 2025 under the auspicious title “Resurrection”. The band captivates with thunderous guitar riffs, intense rhythms and gripping vocals that whisk you away into a world full of myths and inner conflicts. Their music is a storm of power and emotion, perfect for anyone who wants to experience the ultimate metal rush!
“Resurrection” will be released on ROAR (Grave Digger, Mystic Prophecy, Crematory and others), with whom BLACK & DAMNED have just recently signed a new record deal. The album pre-sale has just started at this location:
https://blackanddamned.rpm.link/resurrection
A music video for the band’s first single release, the captivating track “Ruthless Wrath”, is now premiering below! Stream the song on all digital providers at:
https://blackanddamned.rpm.link/ruthless
“The content addresses the current situation of humanity,” the band comments. “That people react more and more with anger to events and statements. And this anger is then responded to with anger from the other side. Until one side escalates with volatile anger!”
Watch “Ruthless Wrath” video HERE
It is now clear that the band from the Stuttgart area can be described as a real enrichment of the heavy metal world and so they took no prisoners, used the energy of past live shows and composed ten new neckbreakers, which they recorded in the fall of 2024 under the aegis of ex-Primal Fear guitarist Stefan Leibing. Once again, this gripping melancholy hovers over the entire work, which is incredibly captivating and addictive. BLACK & DAMNED have grown together as a unit and with “Resurrection” the band created a profound, melodic and melancholic heavy metal album with lasting anthems!
“Resurrection” track listing:
01. Silence Breaker
02. Ruthless Wrath
03. Red Heavens
04. Bound By The Moon
05. Circle Of Amnesia
06. Injustice
07. Searing Flames
08. Shadows
09. Reborn In Solitude
10. Navigate Me To The Sun
BLACK & DAMNED online:
Homepage: https://www.blackanddamned.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackanddamned/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/black_and_damned/
Source: RPM-ROAR
KING DIAMOND – Unveils New Video/Single, “Spider Lilly,” From Forthcoming Horror Trilogy
Posted in Heavy Metal, horror, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags Heavy Metal, king diamond, Metal, metal music, Metal News, metal odyssey on December 17, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
Fresh off a massively successful North American headlining tour, KING DIAMOND offers up a brand new single, “Spider Lilly.”
“Spider Lilly” is the first single and video taken from KING DIAMOND’s forthcoming new Horror Trilogy, of which part one is titled Saint Lucifer’s Hospital 1920. A first-time mixing collaboration with Arthur Rizk, who also mastered “Spider Lilly,” has produced an incredibly powerful sound picture, as clear and dynamic as a full moon on a star filled black night. The music and lyrics are written by KING DIAMOND.
The lineup is still the same with King Diamond handling lead and backing vocals plus playing the Hammond Organ, Andy La Rocque and Mike Wead on guitars, Pontus Egberg on the bass, and Matt Thompson on drums. There is also a special guest appearance by Danish female vocalist Myrkur with some amazing additional backing vocals.
Part of the new “Spider Lilly” video was filmed at the very haunted Pennhurst Asylum outside of Philadelphia on a travel day during the band’s recent North American tour, two days before Halloween. It was only King himself and actress Jodi Cachia who could participate on that specific day, together with producer David Brodsky, Allison Woest, and their killer crew.
Watch KING DIAMOND’s video for “Spider Lilly,” directed by My Good Eye Visuals, HERE.
“What a dark but great experience,” King says, “Hopefully that was not the last video we will be able to film there.”
There are already several tales waiting to be told about all that has happened before, during, and after the birth of the song “Spider Lilly”…
About KING DIAMOND:
KING DIAMOND is quite possibly the most recognizable and prolific personality ever in heavy metal. Revered by icons as big as Metallica and Pantera and inspiring newer upstarts globally, KING DIAMOND, the man and the band, have left an indelible mark on the history, and now again, the future of heavy metal.
In August of 2008, KING DIAMOND joined Metallica on stage at Ozzfest in Dallas to perform the Mercyful Fate medley made famous from the Garage, Inc. album. Additionally, KING DIAMOND was featured alongside Motӧrhead’s Lemmy Kilmister as a playable character in Guitar Hero: Metallica in 2009.
By 2012, KING DIAMOND was prepared to return to the stage for a select number of shows. The band’s triumphant return to the stage were the highlights of both the Hellfest and Sweden Rock festivals in France and Sweden. Fans at these festivals were treated to the largest and most involved stage production in the band’s storied history. Horror concepts from multiple albums were used in the décor; fans can rest assured that this show will only get larger and more impressive at future performances.
KING DIAMOND continued to hit the stage from 2013 to 2018 including performances at Rock Hard Festival (DE), Copenhell (DK), Graspop (BE), Metal Days (SI), Bloodstock Open Air (UK), Loudpark (JP), Wacken Open Air (DE), a 2014 North American tour with Jess And The Ancient Ones, Fun Fun Fun Fest (US), toured as a part of the 2015 Mayhem Festival in the Summer (US), a Fall 2015 North American tour with Exodus as special guests, Sweden Rock fest (SE), Hellfest (FR),and Psycho Las Vegas (US).
In 2019, after the release of KING DIAMOND’s first new single in twelve years, “Masquerade Of Madness,” the band hit the road with a series of live shows in Europe including stops at Summer Breeze festival (DE), Graspop (BE), Hellfest (FR), Rock Fest (ES), and with Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats and Idle Hands as special guests for nineteen dates across North America.
KING DIAMOND’s thirty+ year musical career is one of the most storied in the history of heavy metal, but the tale is not yet over. The most recent release, 2007′s Grammy nominated album Give Me Your Soul…Please, stands as one of the most critically acclaimed albums in an already iconic discography. Future albums will feature entirely new horror stories, concepts, haunting orchestrations, and the band’s signature brand of heavy metal from the mind of KING DIAMOND and the talented group of musicians: guitarists Andy La Rocque and Mike Wead, bassist Pontus Egberg, and drummer Matt Thompson. Many more albums, tours, and ventures lay ahead.
Source: EARSPLIT PR
https://www.instagram.com/kingdiamond
BRAINSTORM + ARION – Co-Headline Tour 2025 | Dates, Cities, Venues & Info
Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags brainstorm, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal music, metal odyssey, Power Metal on December 16, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
BRAINSTORM live:
“The Plague That Burns The Sky”
BRAINSTORM + ARION
Co-Headline Tour 2025
w/ STRANGER VISION
Presented by Rock Hard, musix, metal.de, powermetal.de, Decibel-Touring & RPM
27.02.2025 DE Aschaffenburg – Colos-Saal
28.02.2025 CH Solothurn – Kulturfabrik Kofmehl
01.03.2025 DE Essen – Turock
02.03.2025 DE Mannheim – 7er Club
03.03.2025 DE Munich – Backstage (Halle)
04.03.2025 DE Hamburg – Bahnhof Pauli
05.03.2025 DE Hanover – MusikZentrum
06.03.2025 DE Stuttgart – Im Wizemann
Excl. CD+ticket bundles: https://brainstorm.rpm.link/shopPR
Regular tickets: https://linktr.ee/brainstormarion
More upcoming BRAINSTORM live dates:
08.03.2025 NL Harderwijk – Estrado
09.03.2025 NL Gouda – StudioGonz
05. – 08.06.2025 DE Oettingen i. Bay. – Camping Battleground Festival
24.08.2025 PL Pindelo dos Milagres – Milagre Metaleiro Open Air
About BRAINSTORM:
BRAINSTORM boasts an unparalleled career: since their 1997 debut, Hungry, the band has continued to evolve and solidify their position in the international metal scene with standout albums like Metus Mortis (2001), Soul Temptation (2003), Liquid Monster (2005), and more recent releases such as Midnight Ghost (2018) and Wall of Skulls (2021). Having toured worldwide and achieved impressive chart positions in recent years, BRAINSTORM remains as determined as ever to set new milestones instead of resting on their laurels.
BRAINSTORM are:
- Andy B. Franck | Vocals
- Torsten Ihlenfeld | Guitars
- Milan Loncaric | Guitars
- Jim Ramses | Bass
- Dieter Bernert | Drums
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Source: C Squared Music
THE MELVINS – PLOT CALIFORNIA “SPRING BREAK” TOUR
Posted in alternative metal, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags buzz osborne, dale cover, melvins, Metal, metal music, metal odyssey, the melvins on December 16, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
MARCH TREK PRECEDES MONUMENTAL “SAVAGE IMPERIAL DEATH MARCH PART II” TOUR WITH NAPALM DEATH
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 16, 2024 – The Melvins, who only recently announced a staggering number of U.S. tour dates for 2025, have slated a March trek across the Golden State, with the Los Angeles-based outfit playing six shows across California, dubbed the “Spring Break” Tour.
Tickets for the newly announced dates are on-sale this Friday at 10 a.m. pacific time, with an artist pre-sale (code: SPRINGBREAK!) starting on Wednesday at 10 a.m. pacific. CNTS and Desslok open on all dates.
Buzz Osborne shared: “California! Here we go! There’s no better time to crisscross the state. Let’s do it!”
The trek sees the Melvins touring as a four-piece with Dale Crover returning after a medical emergency sidelined him in 2023. Joining Crover behind the kit is Big Business’ Coady Willis joining Crover for a rare double-drum extravaganza.
The Melvins’ previously announced “Savage Imperial Death March Part II” sees the addition of two dates: April 12 at Swan Dive in Las Vegas and May 11 at Globe Iron in Cleveland. Tickets for the full run of “Death March” dates are on-sale now. Openers include Weedeater (April 4-May 5), Titan To Tachyons featuring Mr. Bungle’s Trevor Dunn (May 7- 20), The Hard-Ons with Jerry A (May 22-June 7), and Shane Embury’s Dark Sky Burial, who will perform on all dates.
The Spring Break Tour:
March 1 Bakersfield, CA The Nile Theater
March 2 Fresno, CA Strummer’s
March 3 Sacramento, CA Goldfield Trading Post
March 4 Santa Cruz, CA The Catalyst Atrium
March 5 San Luis Obispo, CA SLO Brew Rock
March 7 Pioneertown, CA Pappy & Harriet’s
Source: Speakeasy PR
DIRKSCHNEIDER – Celebrate 40 Years Of Balls To The Wall With A Star-Studded Reimagining
Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags 80's heavy metal, accept, dirkschneider, Metal News, metal odyssey, udo on December 16, 2024 by Metal Odyssey
Marking the 40th anniversary of ACCEPT’s iconic album, Balls To The Wall, founding member and former frontman Udo Dirkschneider is reinterpreting this classic with a fresh and star-studded twist. Far from a simple remake, this project was born out of countless conversations with prominent artists across the global rock and metal scene, who frequently asked: “Are you planning anything special for the 40th anniversary of Balls To The Wall?”
These discussions sparked the idea to re-record the album’s legendary tracks alongside a stellar lineup of guest musicians, transforming the project into a heartfelt tribute. For both Dirkschneider and the participating artists, this endeavor is more than a celebration – it’s a homage to one of heavy metal’s most groundbreaking albums.
The reimagined Balls To The Wall features an impressive roster of talent, breathing new life into each track:
01. Balls To The Wall [feat. Joakim Brodén of SABATON]
02. London Leatherboys [feat. Biff Byford of SAXON]
03. Fight It Back [feat. Mille Petrozza of KREATOR]
04. Head Over Heels [feat. Nils Molin of DYNAZTY/AMARANTHE]
05. Losing More Than You’ve Ever Had [feat. Michael Kiske of HELLOWEEN]
06. Love Child [feat. Ylva Eriksson of BROTHERS OF METAL]
07. Turn Me On [feat. Danko Jones]
08. Losers And Winners [feat. Dee Snider of TWISTED SISTER]
09. Guardian Of The Night [feat. Tim “Ripper” Owens, formerly of JUDAS PRIEST]
10. Winter Dreams [feat. Doro Pesch]
Pre-order here: https://dirkschneider.rpm.link/bttwrPR
This ambitious reinterpretation not only revitalises the original tracks but also underscores their timeless impact on the metal genre. More than a revival, this project serves as a celebration of the album’s enduring legacy, enriched by the enthusiasm and contributions of some of metal’s most influential voices.
“Re-recording “Balls To The Wall” was a big challenge for me. The album is a milestone of my career, of course, that’s why it was even more important to me to make the original songs shine in a new light without losing their initial essence. All guests have put their individual stamps on these classic tracks, and collaborating with such outstanding vocalists has moved them into a fresh and exciting dimension. The result is a powerful homage to all fans but also an invitation to the next generation to experience the songs not minorly passionate than I was when I recorded them back in the day. It’s a never-ending personal journey for me – “Balls To The Wall” will always be a part of me,” states Udo.
RPM managing director Jochen Richert expresses his excitement: “This masterpiece has accompanied me for almost my entire life. When Udo first told me about his idea, my initial thought was, ‘Can this really work?’ But as soon as he mentioned the first guest singers, I knew it would be great. When I finally got to hear the tracks, I was blown away. My nostalgic side cautioned me, ‘No, you can’t like this better than the original.’ But there’s no use denying it, I have to admit it’s at least as good as the 1983 recordings – if not better! Accordingly, it’s an incredible honour to be able to contribute to this opus.”
This reimagined Balls To The Wall is a fitting tribute to heavy metal history, proving that its power and influence remain as potent today as they were four decades ago. Don’t miss your chance to own this extraordinary celebration of a true classic. Pre-order here: https://dirkschneider.rpm.link/bttwrPR
Source: C Squared Music
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