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POWERWOLF – Announces Massive 2025 European Summer Of The Wicked Tour!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , on November 22, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

From Napalm Records Facebook:

Tickets for the exclusive shows in Toulouse, Lyon, Lille, Rostock, Huskvarna, Uppsala, Łódź and Saarbrücken will go on sale on Monday, November 25, 2024, at 10:00 AM (CET).

POWERWOLF are an undisputed phenomenon! The band has managed to inspire fans and critics alike like no other band at the moment, exceeding high expectations with apparent ease. Each successful tour resembles a true triumphant procession, with the interim highlight being the almost completely sold-out Wolfsnächte 2024 headline tour through the biggest arenas in Europe.

POWERWOLF delivered an impressive and infernal show of highest standards, leaving critics and fans speechless and thrilled.
There’s no rest for the wicked as POWERWOLF announce another big highlight, the Summer Of The Wicked 2025 European headline tour! Featuring huge festival performances and headline shows all over the continent, the tour begins only one month after their 2025 Latin American Crusade headline tour. The wolves are ready to conquer the biggest stages worldwide once again!

Summer Of The Wicked Tour 2025
06.06.25 FR – Nancy / Heavy Week-End
07.06.25 DE – Nuremberg / Rock im Park
08.06.25 DE – Nurburg / Rock am Ring
10.06.25 FR – Toulouse / Zenith (+ Dragonforce
11.06.25 FR – Lyon / Halle Tony Garnier (+ Dragonforce )
13.06.25 AT – Nickelsdorf / Nova Rock
15.06.25 NL – Leeuwarden / Into The Grave
17.06.25 FR – Lille / Zenith (+ Dragonforce )
20.06.25 DE – Rostock / Stadthalle (+ Dragonforce )
21.06.25 DK – Copenhagen / Copenhell
22.06.25 SE – Huskvarna / Folkets Park (+ Amaranthe & Dragonforce )
24.06.25 SE – Uppsala / Fyrishov (+ Amaranthe & Dragonforce )
25.06.25 NO – Oslo / Tons Of Rock
27.06.25 EE – Tallinn / Tallinn Rock Festival
28.06.25 FI – Helsinki / Tuska Festival
30.06.25 PL – Lodz / Atlas Arena (+ Epica & Dragonforce )
02.07.25 HU – Dunaujvaros /Rockmaraton
04.07.25 DE – Ballenstedt / Rockharz Festival
11.07.25 DE – Saarbrücken / E-Werk Open Air (+ Warkings )
13.07.25 CZ – Vizovice / Masters Of Rock
02.08.25 RO – Rasnov / Rockstadt Extreme Fest
09.08.25 ES – Villena / Leyendas Del Rock

Latin American Crusade 2025
23.04.25 MX – Mexico City / Auditorio BB
24.04.25 MX – Guadalajara / Guanamor Teatro Estudio
25.04.25 MX – Monterrey / Showcenter
27.04.25 CR – San Jose / Peppers Club
29.04.25 SV – San Salvador / Museo Marte
01.05.25 CO – Bogota / Royal House
02.-04.05.25 BR – Bangers Open Air
05.05.25 CL – Santiago / Teatro Cariola
07.05.25 AG – Buenos Aires / El Teatro Flores

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TESSERACT ANNOUNCE RUN OF NORTH AMERICA SHOWS SUPPORTING DEVIN TOWNSEND

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , on November 22, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

TesseracT will be heading to the US/Canada with the brilliant Devin Townsend in May 2025 for a run of shows. Tickets go on general sale at 10am local time on Friday November 22nd.

Speaking on the upcoming shows, TesseracT bassist Amos Williams said “What a wonderful and weird scenario to be in. Our first North American tour was before One was released and was supporting Devin all the way back in 2010. We have some firm life affirming memories from that run and made some lifelong friends as well. Dev’s new album is a MONSTER of a record. Our new album is one of our favourites. So, it’s going to be a ridiculously awesome tour. We can’t wait!”

DEVIN TOWNSEND POWERNERD TOUR WITH TESSERACT:
2-May Nashville, TN – Marathon Music Works
3-May Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle
4-May Lake Buena Vista, FL – House of Blues (Orlando)
6-May Cincinnati, OH – Bogart’s
7-May Raleigh, NC – The Ritz
9-May New York, NY – Palladium Times Square
10-May Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore Silver Spring
11-May Boston, MA – House of Blues
13-May Montreal, QC – MTELUS
14-May Toronto, ON – Queen Elizabeth Theatre
16-May Detroit, MI – Masonic Cathedral Theatre
17-May Milwaukee, WI – Milwaukee Metal Fest
19-May Dallas, TX – Granada Theater
21-May Denver, CO – Ogden Theatre
23-May Los Angeles, CA – The Wiltern

BUY TICKETS, ON SALE FRIDAY 22ND NOVEMBER 10AM LOCAL TIME

TesseracT recently announced the new Tour Edition of their masterpiece 2023 album War Of Being, out on January 10th and set to coincide with the ‘War of Being Part 2 Tour’ – an extensive run of European shows kicking off in February 2025.

The new edition is available on 2LP and 2CD, with both formats including the Live At Radar EP – 3 bonus tracks recorded live from TesseracT’s headline set at Radar Festival 2024 (Manchester, UK) where they were joined on stage by Choir Noir’s Kat Marsh. The LP edition has also been newly mastered at half-speed for the highest audio quality and is pressed on black and red marble vinyl.

PRE-ORDER THE WAR OF BEING TOUR EDITION (10TH JANUARY 2025)

The double vinyl edition of War of Being is presented on transparent Red & Black Marble 2LP and includes the Live at Radar EP – 3 bonus tracks recorded live at Radar Festival in July 2024 – “Natural Disaster,” Tender” and “War Of Being.” The LP edition has also been newly remastered at half-speed for the highest audio quality.

The 2 Disc CD Tour Edition of War of Being features two digipacks in a slipcase, including the original album and the new Live at Radar bonus ep.

Photo credit: Andy Ford

TesseracT Online: 
https://www.tesseractband.co.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/tesseractband/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/23ytwhG1pzX6DIVWRWvW1r
https://kscopemusic.com/artists/tesseract/

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VENOM INC. – Beyond The Black 2025 | Tour Dates, Cities and Venues Listed

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , , , on November 19, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

The mighty VENOM INC. will be touring the USA this January and February, with Salems Childe supporting. Check out the tour schedule below for a show nearest you.

01-08 – Santa Ana, CA – Observatory OC
01-09 – W. Hollywood, CA – Whiskey A Go Go
01-10 – Brentwood, CA – Brentwood Emporium
01-11 – Fresno, CA – Full Circle
01-12 – San Francisco, CA – DNA Lounge
01-14 – Denver, CO – Oriental Theater
01-16 – McHenry, IL – The Vixen
01-17 – Chesterfield, MI – Diesel Concert Lounge
01-18 – Columbus, OH – The King of Clubs
01-19 – Cleveland, OH – No Class
01-20 – West Chicago, IL – WC Social Club
01-22 – Cambridge, MA – Middle East
01-23 – Brooklyn, NY – The Meadows
01-24 – Waterbury, CT – Elite 23
01-25 – Clifton, NJ – Dingbatz
01-26 – Newark, DE – Halftime Sports Bar
01-28 – Atlanta, GA – Masquerade
01-30 – W. Palm Beach, FL – Banyan Live
01-31 – Mount Dora, FL – Mt. Dora Music Hall
02-01 – Tampa, FL – Brass Mug
02-04 – Knoxville, TN – Open Chord
02-06 – Houston, TX – Warehouse Live Midtown
02-07 – Dallas, TX – Trees
02-08 – Corpus Christi, TX – House of Rock
02-10 – Albuquerque, NM – Sister
02-11 – Glendale, AZ – The 44
02-12 – Las Vegas, NV – Usual Place
02-14 – Roseville, CA – Goldfield Trading Post
02-15 – San Luis Obispo, CA – Libertine Brewing
02-16 – San Diego, CA – Brick by Brick

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GRAVE DIGGER – Unleash New Video Single “Killing is my Pleasure” From Upcoming New Studio Album: Bone Collector

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , on November 15, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

2025 will see German metal institution, Grave Digger, celebrate its 45th anniversary. Founded in 1980 in Gladbeck, they set out to conquer the world; who would have thought that 45 years later Grave Digger would be one of the most important, consistent and influential metal bands from Germany. With the release of their ground-breaking debut Heavy Metal Breakdown in 1984, an unprecedented career began that will find its logical continuation with their forthcoming, 23rd studio album Bone Collector, slated for a release on January 17, 2025 via ROAR!

Following the previously-released, first album appetizer “Kingdom Of Skulls”, the heavy metal titans are today premiering a video clip for their brand new single “Killing is my Pleasure”! 

Stream the song on all digital services at: https://gravedigger.rpm.link/killing  

Watch the visualizer video clip premiering HERE

Band leader Chris Boltendahl reveals: “There it is – the new Grave Digger single, “Killing is My Pleasure”… It’s based on a riff created by bassist Jens Becker in collaboration with guitarist Tobi Kersting. The song’s lyrics are inspired by the infamous mafia contract killer Richard Kuklinski, who was believed to have committed over 200 murders before his death in 2006. Known as the “Iceman” due to his cold-blooded nature, Kuklinski had a family with three children and would leave his home every day like any ordinary “nine-to-five” worker.

Musically, the new single is a piece of pure heavy metal – no frills, just direct and uncompromising. The chorus drills into your head and it’s hard to get the song out of your mind!”

Produced, mixed and mastered by Chris Boltendahl, optically set in scene by Brazilian artist Wanderley Perna, Bone Collector marks a work of art that heralds a new era.

“Here it is at last, our new studio album, true to the motto: #gravediggeroldschool. With Tobi Kersting in the band, we have focused on the essentials of our sound again after many years with numerous concept albums: Concise straightforward metal songs that burn themselves into your brain stems after the first listen. “Bone Collector” doesn’t sound like off-the-shelf stuff, but highly energetic, fresh and you’ll notice that we had a lot of fun with the songs. We’re looking forward to your reaction, the release of the album in January and 45 years of Grave Digger live with you,” Boltendahl recently said.

Bone Collector will be released as a CD digipak, picture vinyl, colored marbled vinyl, RPM exclusive splatter vinyl and digitally. At the RPM & ROAR Mailorder Shop, the limited splatter vinyl and the digipak are also available as a bundle with the exclusive “Old School” shirt.

Pre-Order Bone Collector here: https://gravedigger.rpm.link/bonecollector

Bone Collector Tracklist:
01. Bone Collector
02. The Rich The Poor The Dying
03. Kingdom Of Skulls
04. The Devil’s Serenade
05. Killing Is My Pleasure
06. Mirror Of Hate
07. Riders Of Doom
08. Made Of Madness
09. Graveyard Kings
10. Forever Evil & Buried Alive
11. Whispers Of The Damned

GRAVE DIGGER:
Chris Boltendahl (Vocals)
Jens Becker (Bass)
Tobias Kersting (Guitar)
Marcus Kniep (Drums)

Visit GRAVE DIGGER Online:
Official Homepage: https://www.grave-digger.de
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gravediggerofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gravediggerband 

Source: RPM-ROAR

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TERAMAZE – Release New Single/Video “Bullet To A Pharaoh”

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , on November 15, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

Australian masters of metal TERAMAZE have returned with a brand new single and video titled “Bullet To A Pharaoh” out today! Mastered by Ted Jensen (Metallica, Nickelback, Alice In Chains), the heavy hitting new song follows the band’s heralded, 11th album, Eli: A Wonderful Fall From Grace, that was released earlier this year via Wells Music.

With the release of “Bullet to a Pharaoh”, Teramaze heralds a new era, seamlessly fusing titan-heavy riffs with unforgettable pop hooks, that also resonate deeply within the core of their sound. This exhilarating anthem signifies a powerful return to a more riff-centric metal structure, reminiscent of the 2012 album release Anhedonia. This track beautiful honors their roots, while courageously venturing into uncharted territory.

Commenting on the new single, founding guitarist/singer Dean Wells says: 

“Bullet to a Pharaoh’ feels like a fresh chapter for Teramaze, blending new directions while staying true to our metal roots and those big, anthemic choruses. It’s one of many tracks we’ve written for what could be a double album, set to unfold over the next six months. After disbanding Meshiaak, I realized I needed to inject more of that pure metal energy back into Teramaze. It’s been one of the most exciting and fulfilling songwriting experiences we’ve had in years. Adding more of our metal side into the new material has pushed us to think and create differently, and I truly believe the results will speak for themselves. ‘Bullet to a Pharaoh’ is just a glimpse of what’s to come.” 

BULLET TO A PHARAOH” MUSIC VIDEO: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1NeOBD4E94

Teramaze is a powerhouse metal band that delivers a hard-hitting sound reminiscent of giants like Metallica, Sevendust, Avenged Sevenfold, and Breaking Benjamin. Not only are they known for their intense riffs and soaring melodies, but they also stand out as one of the hardest-working bands in the scene, consistently pushing the boundaries of their sound. With a prolific output of albums in recent years, Teramaze seamlessly blends progressive and pop elements with their heavy metal foundation, creating a unique clash that keeps fans on their toes.

Their relentless dedication to songwriting and performance is evident in every release, showcasing their evolution while staying true to their metal roots. With powerful vocals and intricate instrumentation, Teramaze crafts anthems that resonate with both heart and intensity. Get ready to rock hard and experience the energetic fusion that is Teramaze—where passion meets perseverance!

Teramaze’s latest album, Eli: A Wonderful Fall from Grace, features spellbinding tracks like “Standing Ovation” and “Step Right Up,” and is the final chapter in their Halo trilogy, following the storylines of 2015’s Her Halo and 2021’s Sorella Minore. The record further showcases the band’s evolution as a band and solidifies their status as one of the most diverse and conceptual acts in modern progressive metal.

In 2023 Teramaze played some great live shows, most notably, supporting Swedish metal outfit Avatar and headlining Prog Power Europe festival in the Netherlands.

Follow TERAMAZE:
Website | Facebook |Instagram | Youtube | Spotify

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Texas Metal Warlords, IGNITOR, Release “Shattered Crosses” Video

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos with tags , , , , , , on November 13, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

Cover art by Claudio Bergamin

Austin (TX) – Texas metal titans IGNITOR have released the official video for “Shattered Crosses,” a track from new album, Horns and Hammers.

Check it out at youtu.be/ZY4HQ3Wra98

“Shattered Crosses is one of my favorite tunes on the new record,” says vocalist Jason McMaster, “and I could not be happier with the result of the writing and tone of the song. The lyrics are about the war efforts, the church efforts, and how governments send people off to war, seemingly only as a confusing way to make dealings of loss for big money.”

McMaster goes on to state that “the video is a step up in production from what we’ve done previously, including bigger cameras, a bigger venue, etc, which allowed us to really get the point across. We are a traditional heavy metal band and we want people to see and hear; we aren’t trying to rearrange or reinvent anything. It is straight-away classic metal and the video shows the world that intent.”

Photo Credit: Steve Miller

The video features camera work and visual production by PennyRock Productions. Budro Partida and the crew of PennyRock are quickly becoming nationally known for the company’s full feature documentary film, Bloody and Bruised – The Untold Story of the Back Room. The Back Room is a now defunct Rock and Metal venue in Austin, TX, which spawned a scene that attracted and hosted worldwide touring acts for over 30 years.

The stories told in the film are legendary, as local bands were discovered there and lifelong relationships made. Needless to say, the band is extremely proud to have had PennyRock produce the video.

“I’m a metal fan, so I was thrilled for the opportunity to work with a band the caliber of IGNITOR,” adds Partida. “Going into the shoot I knew that the visual tone of the video should be red-hot to match the ferocity of the song. I wanted the viewer to get a sun burn.”

“Shattered Crosses” is also available on all streaming outlets.

Horns and Hammers is available on Bandcamp via Metal on Metal Records, and in the United States onwww.revoltvinylrecords.com. Revolt Vinyl Records will make it available on CD and vinyl.

U.S. residents can order the CD directly from the band at ignitorband.com.

Line-up:

Stuart “Batlord” Laurence – Guitar
Robert Williams – Guitar
Jason McMaster – Vocals
Billy “Chainsaw” Dansfiell – Bass
Pat Doyle – Drums

Source: ClawHammer PR

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MACHINE HEAD – North American Tour 2025 | Dates, Cities and Info

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , on November 12, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

From Machine Head Facebook:

Bay Area Metal Titans Machine Head announce a MASSIVE North American tour alongside Swedish metal icons In Flames, Italian alt-metallers Lacuna Coil, and American metalcore maestros Unearth. The crushing 5 week jaunt begins in their hometown of Oakland, CA at the legendary Fox Theater, then heads south for a stop at Sick New World Festival, then east, and back across Canada.

To coincide with this gargantuan event Machine Head have collaborated on a new song called “These Scars Won’t Define Us” with all 4 bands on the tour adding vocals for a Wu Tang Clan-level thrash collaboration. The track comes from their upcoming new album (slated for April release TBD), with the new collab track dropping this Friday Nov. 15th at midnight.

Tickets and Info: http://www.machinehead1.com/tour

𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 🇺🇸🇨🇦

𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱
🇺🇸 5th • Oakland, CA
🇺🇸 7th • Phoenix, AZ
🇺🇸 9th • San Diego, CA
🇺🇸10th • Los Angeles, CA
🇺🇸12th • Las Vegas, NV **
🇺🇸13th • Salt Lake City, UT

🇺🇸15th • Denver, CO
🇺🇸17th • San Antonio, TX
🇺🇸18th • Houston, TX
🇺🇸19th • Dallas, TX
🇺🇸21st • Raleigh, NC

🇺🇸22nd • Silver Spring, MD
🇺🇸23rd • Brooklyn, NY
🇺🇸25th • Reading, PA
🇺🇸26th • Boston, MA
🇨🇦27th • Montreal, QC
🇨🇦28th • Toronto, ON
🇺🇸30th • Cincinnati, OH

𝗠𝗔𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱
🇺🇸 2nd • Detroit, MI
🇺🇸 3rd • Chicago, IL
🇺🇸 4th • Minneapolis, MN
🇨🇦 5th • Winnipeg, MB
🇨🇦 7th • Calgary, AB
🇨🇦 8th • Edmonton, AB
🇨🇦10th • Klowna, BC

**Festival date – Machine Head & Lacuna Coil only

  • Public Onsale: Fri Nov 15 at 10am local

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HELLOWEEN – 40 Years Anniversary Tour Europe 2025 | Dates, Cities & Venues Announced

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , on November 12, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

From Helloween Facebook:

🎃 Get ready, pumpkinheads! Helloween’s “40 YEARS ANNIVERSARY TOUR” kicks off October 2025 with special guests Beast In Black. Don’t miss this epic power metal extravaganza celebrating four decades of pumpkin madness! The upcoming tour will be bigger, better and more impressive than ever!

Oct. 17 🇱🇺 Luxembourg, Rockhal
Oct. 18 🇳🇱 Tilburg, 013
Oct. 20 🇬🇧 London, Eventim Apollo
Oct. 22 🇫🇷 Paris, Le Zénith
Oct. 24 🇨🇿 Prague, O2 Arena
Oct. 25 🇸🇰 Zvolen, Tiposbet Arena
Oct. 26 🇭🇺 Budapest, Papp Laszlo Arena
Oct. 28 🇵🇱 Katowice, Spodek
Oct. 31 🇩🇪 Bochum, Ruhrcongress
Nov. 01 🇩🇪 Hamburg, Barclays Arena
Nov. 03 🇳🇴 Oslo, Sentrum Scene
Nov. 04 🇳🇴 Oslo, Sentrum Scene
Nov. 06 🇫🇮 Helsinki, Ice Hall
Nov. 08 🇸🇪 Gothenburg, Partille Arena
Nov. 13 🇵🇹 Lissabon, Campo Pequeno
Nov. 15. 🇪🇸 Madrid, La Cubierta des Leganés
Nov. 19 🇮🇹 Mailand, Forum
Nov. 20 🇨🇭Zürich, The Hall
Nov. 22 🇩🇪 Stuttgart, Schleyerhalle

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LIONS AT THE GATE – Unveil New Single and Music Video “Silhouettes of Me” Ahead of December Texas Tour

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos with tags , , , , , on November 11, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

Rising metal force LIONS AT THE GATE has just unveiled their latest single, “Silhouettes of Me,” a powerful new track that explores the personal and emotional battles with addiction and depression. This introspective release showcases the band’s signature mix of haunting melodies and hard-hitting riffs, anchored by vocalist Cristian Machado‘s gripping lyricism and raw vocal performance.

“‘Silhouettes of Me’ is a song close to our hearts, lyrically touching on the struggles of addiction and depression, and the changes that it took to find victory over them,” says Machado.

The track weaves together themes of resilience and reflection, showcasing LIONS AT THE GATE‘s ability to balance both aggression and vulnerability. The accompanying video captures the intensity of the band’s live energy in a monochrome red setting, balancing darkness and hope. Watch it HERE.

Additionally, LIONS AT THE GATE is set to hit the road this December, joining local Texas metal heavyweights UPON A BURNING BODY for the “Cold Nights Over Texas” tour. They’ll be joined by genre-bending support act VCTMS, creating a high-octane lineup ready to deliver an unforgettable experience across six cities in the Lone Star State.

Fans can expect a dynamic mix of powerful, high-energy performances as LIONS AT THE GATE brings “Silhouettes of Me” and other fan favorites from their debut album, The Excuses We Cannot Make, to the stage. Tickets are available HERE.

Tour Dates:

  • 12/3 El Paso, TX – Rockhouse Bar
  • 12/4 Lubbock, TX – Jake’s
  • 12/5 Fort Worth, TX – The Rail
  • 12/6 Houston, TX – Scout Bar
  • 12/7 San Antonio, TX – Vibes Event Center
  • 12/8 Corpus Christi, TX – House Of Rock

Connect with LIONS AT THE GATE:

Official Website
Instagram
Youtube
Facebook
Twitter
Spotify

Source: C Squared Music

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WEDNESDAY 13 – There’s No Such Things As Monsters Tour 2025 | Dates, Cities, Venues & Info

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , on November 10, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

There’s No Such Things As Monsters Tour – Wednesday 13, The Dead Rabbitts, & I Ya Toyah – ticket/tour info:
http://www.officialwednesday13.com

03/14/25: Las Vegas, NV @ Count’s Vamp’d
03/15/25: Los Angeles, CA @ The Whisky
03/16/25: Berkeley, CA @ Cornerstone
03/18/25: Portland, OR @ Bossanova Ballroom
03/19/25: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon
03/21/25: Roseville, CA @ Goldfield Trading Post
03/22/25: Pomona, CA @ Glass House
03/23/25: San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick
03/25/25: Mesa, AZ @ The Nile Theater
03/26/25: Albuquerque, NM @ Launch Pad
03/28/25: San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger
03/29/25: Dallas, TX @ Trees
03/30/25: Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live
04/01/25: Birmingham, AL @ Saturn
04/02/25: Knoxville, TN @ Open Chord
04/04/25: Atlanta, GA @ The Loft @ Centerstage
04/05/25: Raleigh, NC @ Chapel Of Bones
04/06/25: Greenville, SC @ Radio Room
04/08/25: Baltimore, MD @ Zen West
04/09/25: Leesburg, VA @ Tally Ho
04/10/25: Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
04/12/25: Hampton Beach, NH @ Wallys
04/13/25: Montreal, QC @ Foufounes Electrique
04/15/25: Toronto, ON @ Lee’s Palace
04/16/25: Buffalo, NY @ Rec Room
04/18/25: New York, NY @ The Gramercy
04/19/25: Stroudsburg, PA @ Sherman Theater
04/20/25: Lititz, PA @ Mickey’s Black Box
04/22/25: Pittsburgh, PA @ Crafthouse
04/23/25: Cleveland, OH @ Mercury
04/25/25: Columbus, OH @ The Kings Of Clubs
04/26/25: Flint, MI @ Machine Shop
04/27/25: Cadillac, MI @ Venue Event Center
04/29/25: Joliet, IL @ The Forge
04/30/25: Madison, WI @ The Annex
05/02/25: Denver, CO @ Oriental Theater
05/03/25: Colorado Springs, CO @ Black Sheep

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PRIMAL FEAR – Announces European Tour 2025

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

From Primal Fear Facebook:

We’re proud to announce our European Tour. Pre Sale will start on Friday Nov 15, venue links and information on our website:
http://www.primalfear.de

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STEELER – New Music Video “Give Me Guitars (Or Give Me Death)” Premiering November 15th On The RFK Media YouTube Channel

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

The new Steeler video – premiering November 15th on the RFK Media YouTube channel: http://RFKvideos.com

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1980: the dawn of the American Heavy Metal movement, and the birth of Steeler, one of the bands whose sound would define that cultural revolution. Shortly after the release of their iconic 1983 self-titled album, that supernova exploded into multiple bands and projects that would each carve their own places in that era’s history, leaving an undeniable impact on a metal generation.

This triumphant reunion puts a powerful exclamation point on that legacy with the band’s first new song in over 40 years, and their first-ever official music video: https://youtu.be/aKxfj6KOHmA

This brand new (2024) song and video prove that four decades have done nothing to diminish the power and the passion upon which the band was built. “Give Me Guitars (Or Give Me Death)” celebrates the glory of an era that may be gone but certainly not forgotten, combining all the elements that made 80’s metal the soundtrack of so many lives: an anthemic chorus, screaming lyrics that pay tribute to songs and stars that paved the street of dreams, loud powerful music and incendiary guitar pyrotechnics.

That music is provided by men who lived it, then and now: vocalist/guitarist Ron Keel, lead guitarist Mitch Perry, drummer Mark Edwards, bassist Rik Fox, and session drummer Dwain Miller. The song was written by Ron Keel specifically for Steeler and is featured on his new RFK Media album release Keelworld.

The video was directed and produced by David Pear (watch the full clip for credits at the end). A documentary film is now in production by David Pear which will tell the entire story behind the Steeler legacy – American Metal – The Story Of Steeler will be released in 2025. 

Source: Best Bet Promo

More Ron Keel info:

http://RFKmedia.com

http://ronkeel.com

http://patreon.com/ronkeel

http://facebook.com/ronkeel

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Michael Wilton Of Queensrÿche – New Studio Album Releases On December 6th

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

From Rat Pak Records:

Queensrÿche founding guitarist Michael “Whip” Wilton is set to release his highly anticipated solo album, Volume 1, due out on December 6, 2024 via Rat Pak Records. Along with powerhouse Seattle vocalist Mark Winterman, drummer Sonny Sudra and bassist “Hodgy”, Michael offers nine power packed songs reminiscent of the sound he is best known for.

Mixed and Mastered by “Zeuss” (Queensrÿche, Rob Zombie, Shadows Fall), Vol 1 captures Michael’s ability to think outside the box with flavorful riffs, catchy melodies and thoughtful solos while still maintaining his signature sound. From the opening chords of “People Suffer” to the closing track “Drowning at Daybreak”, it is clear that Michael Wilton’s trademark style lays the bedrock for this well crafted offering.

You can now pre-order the all-new release from Michael Wilton of Queensrÿche – Whip Volume 1. Check out all the details and get in on some exclusive LTD bundles at:

https://ratpakrecordsamerica.com/michaelwilton

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Gotthard – 2025 Stereo Crush Tour With Special Guest Y&T | Dates, Cities & Venues

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , , on November 4, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

From Y&T bandsintown:

“Y&T was the soundtrack of our youth,” says Gotthard guitarist Leo Leoni proudly, “and now sharing the stage with them is a dream come true!”

Dave Meniketti added, “If rock ‘n’ roll stays real, it never gets old. Gotthard lives that – which is why this tour package fits perfectly together!”

Don’t miss Y&T and Gotthard bringing their music to stages across Europe. A must-see for every true rock fan!

  • 23.05.25 Bochum – Ruhrcongress
  • 24.05.25 Geiselwind – Music Hall
  • 25.05.25 Frankfurt – Batschkapp
  • 27.05.25 Hamburg – Große Freiheit
  • 29.05.25 München – Circus Krone
  • 30.05.25 Stuttgart – FILharmonie
  • 31.05.25 A-Telfs – Rathaus Saal

See the full list of EU shows and get your tickets today.

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Finnish Hard Rock Band Rimbacher Releases Their Debut Album: High Hopes On The Rocks

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, music news with tags , , , , , on November 3, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

Photographer: Heikki Sulander

Finnish hard rock band Rimbacher released their debut album High Hopes On The Rocks on November 1st via Inverse Records. The album presents classic AOR vibes, 80’s stadium rock sized attitude and also some hard straighforward rock and roll. The skillful band seasons their music with spices like powerful vocal harmonies, catchy melodies and classical art of guitar heroism.

Listen to the album on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal etc.): https://push.fm/fl/rimbacher-hhotr

Bass player Reisca Morani tells about the album:

“High Hopes On The Rocks is a very traditional classic rock album including tight brawl and love songs. The atmosphere revolves around big riffs and guitar heroism combined with very melodic and harmonic vocals. The lyrical themes are either timeless stories about the struggles of a sensitive narrator as well as having fun. The soundscape itself has very high energy and spirit throughout the whole album and the songs are delightfully diverse compared to each other. However the the core essence stays solid and the band’s enthusiasm is well heard.”

Guitar player Osku “Sticky” Kilpi continues:

”This album is what we think rock ’n’ roll is all about: plain, simple and straightforward hard rock with all the ups and downs of a typical rock album. No politics, no exceptions, no bulls**t.”

High Hopes On The Rocks – track list:

  1. Worldkiller
  2. Luxury
  3. Dry Body Passion
  4. Loving You (Is Loving a Broken)
  5. Cocaine Eyes & Nicotine Stains
  6. Pluto
  7. Rock To Ruin
  8. Chasing Ghosts
  9. Out For More
  10. The Last Breath Of Rock ‘n’ Roll

Line-up:
Niko Rimbacher – Vocals
Osku ”Sticky” Kilpi – Guitar
Jim ”Jimbo” Heikkinen – Guitar
Reisca Morani – Bass
Jouni Kauppinen – Drums

More band info:

https://www.facebook.com/rimbacherband
https://www.instagram.com/rimbacher_band
https://linktr.ee/rimbacher

Source: Inverse Records

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HELLOWEEN – Heat Fans Up With “Eagle Fly Free” Performance Taken From Live At Budokan

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , on November 1, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

New Live Album Set For December 13, 2024 Release

Exciting things are underway: as they record the follow-up to their highly acclaimed 2021 self-titled album with producer Charlie Bauerfeind, metal legends HELLOWEEN treat fans to another preview from their upcoming Live At Budokan release. This high-octane rendition of their timeless classic, “Eagle Fly Free”, captures the unmistakable chemistry between the band and the spirited Japanese audience at Tokyo’s Budokan, elevating the track to an entirely new level.

Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwQVCIWocB4

Stream “Eagle Fly Free (live)” here: https://helloween.rpm.link/eagleflyfreelivePR

“A song that is just as wonderful and popular today as it was when it was first released. It comes with an effective overture, has a great upbeat and a brilliant, fast-paced ending. “Eagle Fly Free” has the ultimate vibe and encourages you to sing along. It has everything you would expect from an ‘evergreen,’ I love playing it,” states guitarist/vocalist Kai Hansen.

Pre-order Live At Budokan in your preferred physical format [digipak-2CD, 3LP (limited first edition in trifold), Blu-ray, DVD], pre-save it on your favourite digital service provider (DSP), or pre-order the album digitally to receive “Eagle Fly Free (live)” and “Best Time (live)” instantly: https://helloween.rpm.link/liveatbudokanPR

More from Live At Budokan:
“Best Time (live)”  OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XT1ITfb76-0

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

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ENFORCED – Unleashes Ferocious New EP: A Leap Into the Dark

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , on October 27, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

ENFORCED, the unstoppable force of crossover thrash, is back with their blistering new EP, A Leap Into the Dark. Featuring six powerhouse tracks, this EP delivers everything fans have come to expect from the Virginia-based quintet: searing riffs, unrelenting aggression, and lyrics that pull no punches. Stream the full EP HERE. 

Accompanying the release is the brand-new video for the lead single, “Betting on the End.” This incendiary track juxtaposes the idea that “politicians are ‘gambling with our lives’” against the concept that everyday people are doing it for them. “It’s a spiral about the devaluation of human life in the modern age. It feels like we’re all just chips to be wagered, but at its core, we’d be wagering our own lives regardless. So can you blame an entity for essentially mocking your own behavior? It works both ways and on every level; be it an individual or an overpowered government. The house wins in the end.”

Recorded with Lance Koehler, A Leap Into the Dark is a direct follow-up to the band’s acclaimed 2023 album War Remains. With three new songs and remastered versions of fan favorites, the EP captures the raw, relentless energy that has become synonymous with ENFORCED’s sound.

A Leap Into The Dark Tracklist:

  1. “Betting on the End”
  2. “A Leap Into The Dark”
  3. “Deafening Heartbeats”
  4. “Casket” (2024 Remaster)
  5. “Deadly Intentions” (OBITUARY Cover)
  6. “The Chase is On” (ENGLISH DOGS Cover)

A Leap Into The Dark is the sound of ENFORCED journeying into new levels of intensity and aggression. Fans can expect nothing less than a full-throttle aural assault as the band continues to carve their place in the pantheon of modern thrash.

ENFORCED:

Knox Colby (Vocals)
Will Wagstaff (Guitars)
Zach Monahan (Guitars)
Ethan Gensurowsky (Bass)
Alex Bishop (Drums)

The release of A Leap Into the Dark comes just ahead of the band’s highly anticipated European tour. This November, ENFORCED will hit the road with GATECREEPER and 200 STAB WOUNDS for a full-throttle series of shows across Europe. The tour kicks off in Dublin on October 30, 2024, and includes stops in the UK, Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and Scandinavia.

European Tour Dates:

  • 10/30 Dublin, IE @ Whelan’s
  • 10/31 Bristol City, UK @ The Fleece
  • 11/01 London, UK @ O2 Academy Islington
  • 11/02 Manchester, UK @ Damnation Fest
  • 11/03 S-Hertogenbosch, NL @ Sepulfest
  • 11/04 Wiesbaden, DE @ Schlachthof
  • 11/05 Zurich, CH @ Dynamo
  • 11/06 Milan, IT @ Legend Club
  • 11/07 Vienna, AT @ Arena
  • 11/08 Munich, DE @ Backstage
  • 11/09 Essen, DE @ Turock
  • 11/10 Hannover, DE @ Musikzentrum
  • 11/11 Copenhagen, DK @ Pumpehuset
  • 11/12 Oslo, NO @ John Dee
  • 11/14 Tampere, FI @ Olympia
  • 11/15 Helsinki, FI @ Aaniwalli
  • 11/16 Oulu, FI @ Kantakrouvi
  • 11/18 Stockholm, SE @ Kollektivet Livet
  • 11/19 Gothenburg, SE @ Film Studios
  • 11/20 Hamburg, DE @ Knust
  • 11/21 Berlin, DE @ SO36
  • 11/22 Leipzig, DE @ UT Connewitz
  • 11/23 Stuttgart, DE @ Im Wizemann
  • 11/24 Antwerp, BE @ Zappa

For more information about ENFORCED and their upcoming projects, visit:

https://www.facebook.com/ENFORCEDrva
https://www.instagram.com/ENFORCEDrva/
https://twitter.com/ENFORCEDrva

Source: C Squared Music

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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

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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

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WARFIELD Signs With Napalm Records

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , on October 23, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

From Napalm Records Facebook:

WARFIELD Aim for the Teutonic Thrash-Metal Throne and Sign with Napalm Records!

New Music Expected in Early 2025!

Watch The Official Music Video for “Tie The Rope”: https://youtu.be/UMM2UXkyemE

Call your chiropractor – WARFIELD has arrived with breakneck force!

WARFIELD state about signing with Napalm Records:
“This is happening! We are more than proud to announce that Warfield has officially signed with Napalm Records. After over a decade of pouring our souls into this band, this is very special to us. We also want to take this opportunity to genuinely thank all the people who supported us along the way. We can’t wait to let you all know what we have in store for you. Are you ready for this?”

Senior A&R Sebastian Münch says about WARFIELD:
“Warfield creates the same feelings you get when you listen to Kreator, Sodom or Destruction for the very first time! Warfield are lethal, authentic and surprisingly fresh! We are incredibly proud to join forces with Warfield from the metal stronghold Kaiserslautern!”

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