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CRYSTAL VIPER – Release New Single ‘In The Haunted Chapel’

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

If you are serious about Heavy Metal, then most likely CRYSTAL VIPER doesn’t need an introduction. The band was founded by the singer and guitarist Marta Gabriel, and released its debut album in 2007. Since then, they toured in more than 15 countries, played in both tiny clubs and at huge open air festivals, released 8 studio albums, and a bunch of singles. So one thing is sure: they are one of the most hard working and most determined bands of their generation.

Their latest studio album entitled “The Cult” is still hot: it came out in 2021, followed by ‘The Last Command’ mini album in 2022, and brought CRYSTAL VIPER back to their roots: the traditional and pure Heavy Metal, full of epic melodies, classic riffs and guitar harmonies, ripping solos, and catchy refrains. The band couldn’t tour properly and promote the album due to the pandemic, yet instead of sitting and waiting for better times, they decided to record more material.

CRYSTAL VIPER ‘s brand new single is a scorching new recorded version of ‘In the Haunted Chapel’ released at the light of the band’s forthcoming tour and festival dates.

Check It Out Here: https://bfan.link/in-the-haunted-chapel-2023-version

Band leader Marta Gabriel comments: “In The Haunted Chapel’ is naturally connected with our latest studio album ‘The Cult’, as it was inspired by the H.P. Lovecraft story – ‘The Haunter Of The Dark’, which was originally published in 1936. It’s actually a very special story, as it’s the last one Lovecraft wrote before his death. The composition itself is based on this shuffle rhythm which is a bit unusual for CRYSTAL VIPER, and the twin guitars are our humble tribute to legendary acts such as Thin Lizzy and Iron Maiden. This version is a little bit different than the one we released last year on “The Last Axeman” EP, because as I recently switched from rhythm guitar to bass, I decided to come up with different bass line, and of course we now have a new drummer on board, Jakub. Except that both Eric and Andy recorded different guitar solos.”

‘In the Haunted Chapel’ video release will be announced at a later date.

Tour dates:
27/05 – Czech Republic, Pasohlavky, Euro Bike Fest
01/06 – Germany, Gries, Iron Fest Open Air
02/06 – Germany, Freiburg, Artik
03/06 – Germany, Bielefeld, JZ Stricker
04/06 – Belgium, Bilzen, South Of Heaven
07/06 – Germany, Berlin, Cassiopeia
08/06 – Czech Republic, Frydek-Mistek, Hellpdays Festival
10/06 – Germany, Selb, Rockclub Nordbayern
14/07 – Sweden, Gavle, Gefle Metal Festival
12/08 – Belgium, Kortrijk, Alcatraz Festival
17/09 – Baltic Sea, Full Metal Cruise

Discography :
The Curse of Crystal Viper (Album – 2007)
Metal Nation ( Album – 2009)
Legends ( Album – 2010)
Crimen Excepta ( Album – 2012)
Possession ( Album – 2013)
Queen of the Witches ( Album – 2017)
Tales of Fire and Ice ( Album – 2019)
The Cult ( LISTENABLE Album – 2021)
The Last Axeman (LISTENABLE Album- 2022)

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Source: Listenable Records

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HELLOWEEN – To Be Inducted Into The Metal Hall Of Fame At Terminal 5 In New York City May 20th – Band To Kick Off US/Canadian Dates Of Ongoing United Forces World Tour This Weekend!

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

German heavy metal icons HELLOWEEN will be inducted into the Metal Hall Of Fame! The ceremony will take place on stage on May 20th during the band’s performance at Terminal 5 in New York City.

“HELLOWEEN has helped establish the origins of the power metal genre,” says Metal Hall Of Fame Founder/CEO, Pat Gesualdo. “Power metal is such an important part of the heavy metal community as well. We are proud to induct HELLOWEEN into the Metal Hall Of Fame and have them to help represent the power metal genre and all its fans throughout the world.”

Comments HELLOWEEN founding guitarist, Michael Weikath, “It’s truly an honor to be inducted into the Metal Hall Of Fame! Being listed next to some of the biggest bands in rock and metal makes us very proud and is rewarding our work as ‘The Ambassadors Of Power And Melodic Metal’ for the last four decades.”

HELLOWEEN will return to US and Canadian stages beginning this weekend as part of their ongoing United Forces world tour alongside supporting special guests, HammerFall. The trek will commence on May 13th in Dallas, Texas and wind its way through a total of thirteen cities, the journey drawing to a close on June 3rd in San Francisco, California. Fans can expect an epic night of HELLOWEEN hits spanning the band’s legacy as well as tunes from their latest album, Helloween, marking the first time tracks from the album will be performed live for fans in the US and Canada.

Tickets are on sale now. Secure yours today at THIS LOCATION. See all confirmed dates below.

HELLOWEEN w/ HammerFall:
5/13/2023 The Bomb Factory – Dallas, TX
5/16/2023 Jannus Live – St. Petersburg, FL
5/18/2023 The Fillmore – Silver Spring, MD
5/20/2023 Terminal 5 – New York, NY
5/21/2023 The Palladium – Worcester, MA
5/23/2023 History – Toronto, ON
5/24/2023 Royal Oak Music Hall – Royal Oak, MI
5/26/2023 The Riviera – Chicago, IL
5/27/2023 The Fillmore – Minneapolis, MN
5/30/2023 Ogden Theatre – Denver, CO
6/01/2023 Brooklyn Bowl – Las Vegas, NV
6/02/2023 YouTube Theater – Los Angeles, CA
6/03/2023 The Warfield – San Francisco, CA

Often referred to as the “Fathers Of Power Metal,” and known as one of the most influential European heavy metal bands, HELLOWEEN has released sixteen studio albums, three live albums, three EPs, and thirty singles. The band has fourteen gold and six platinum records and have sold over ten-million records worldwide. HELLOWEEN are known as one of the “Big Four” of the power metal genre, along with Blind Guardian, Sabaton, and DragonForce and has performed at festivals and concerts alongside Iron Maiden, David Lee Roth, KISS, Megadeth, and Guns N’ Roses, among countless others.

The Metal Hall Of Fame is dedicated to forever enshrining the iconic musicians and music industry executives responsible for making hard rock and heavy metal music what it is today. Their contribution to the genre is invaluable, and they continue to inspire fans throughout the world, from generation to generation.

The Annual Metal Hall Of Fame Celebrity Gala is held every January in California. As a non-profit organization, all proceeds from Metal Hall Of Fame events bring free music programs to help special needs children and wounded veterans. The Metal Hall Of Fame voting process is derived by fans of all genres of hard rock and heavy metal, along with the Metal Hall Of Fame voting committee. Fans can cast their vote all year round for their favorite artists, bands, producers, and music industry executives via the Metal Hall of Fame website: metalhalloffame.org.

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Source: EARSPLIT PR

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RHAPSODY OF FIRE – Glory For Salvation Tour Is Underway!

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

Rhapsody Of Fire
Glory For Salvation tour is underway! Plus guests Wind Rose and Seven Kingdoms

North American 2023 Tour – Dates and venues:

5/10 – Boston, MA – Sonia
5/11 – Quebec City, QC – Imperial Bell
5/12 – Montreal, QC – Studio TD
5/13 – Ottawa, ON – Brass Monkey
5/14 – Toronto, ON – The Garrison
5/16 – Joliet, IL – The Forge
5/17 – Minneapolis, MN – The Caboose
5/18 – Kansas City, MO – BLVD Nights
5/19 – Denver, CO – HQ
5/20 – Salt Lake City, UT – Soundwell
5/22 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon
5/23 – Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw Theater
5/24 – Portland, OR – Bossanova Ballroom
5/25 – San Francisco, CA – DNA Lounge
5/26 – San Diego, CA – Brick by Brick
5/27 – Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory
5/28 – Los Angeles, CA – 1720
5/29 – Mesa, AZ – Nile Theater
5/31 – Oklahoma City, OK – 89th St. Col.
6/01 – Dallas, TX – Granada Theater
6/02 – Austin, TX – Come And Take It Live!
6/03 – Houston, TX – Warehouse Live
6/05 – Orlando, FL – Conduit
6/06 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade (Hell)
6/07 – Greensboro, NC – Hangar 1819
6/08 – Philadelphia, PA – Warehouse on Watts
6/09 – New York, NY – Gramercy Theater

Look for new Lyric Video on Friday, May 12th for ‘Kreel’s Magic Staff’! A Teaser for the video is available HERE

Shop: https://shop.afm-records.de/rhapsody

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Source: AFM Records

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Who Cares? Volume 4

Posted in Heavy Metal, hollywood news, Music, music news, news, nfl with tags , , , , on May 10, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

1. Kelly Clarkson is moving from Los Angeles to New York City. My God, who cares.

2. Patrick Mahomes is about to be the highest paid player in NFL history. Whatever. Yay.

3. The TV show S.W.A.T has been cancelled by CBS. Who cares. The original 1970s show was light years better:

4. Sid Vicious was born in London on this day in 1957. WHO. CARES. Seriously.

5. The Doomsday Clock is 90 seconds to midnight. Who. Freaking. Cares. Sweet mother of Mary who cares.

Thank you for visiting and reading about what I don’t care about. – Stone.

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Walkin’ Away… KIX Announces Retirement + Final Show Set For September 17th

Posted in Hair Metal, Hard Rock, hard rock bands, hard rock music, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , , , on May 9, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

From KIX Newsletter:

Dear Friends,

It is with heavy hearts that KIX have announced their retirement from performing live. Lead singer, Steve Whiteman made the announcement from the stage at M3 Festival at Merriweather Post Pavilion on May 7. Watch Steve’s announcement here.

KIX’s final performance ever is set for September 17 at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD. “KIX…Walkin’ Away, The Final Show” will see the original band members Steve Whiteman, Brian Forsythe, Ronnie Younkins, Jimmy Chalfant, and longtime bassist Mark Schenker take the stage for the very last time. The night will also include some very special guests. Tickets for the show are on sale now HERE.

“We wanted to do this show for our fans,” says Steve. “We owe a lot to them for their never-ending support over our long 45-year career. It was tempting to just fade away and stop booking gigs and ride off into the sunset, but we wanted our fans to be part of a local farewell show and give them a chance to see the band one last time.”

Read more in Steve’s interview with Metal Edge Magazine, who broke the news wide to the rock ‘n’ community on Monday May 8th.

KIX formed in Hagerstown, Maryland in 1978 and have enjoyed a lasting 45-year career as one of hard rock’s most notable groups. The band’s retirement signifies the end of an era as KIX was one of the last touring bands from the 80’s rock scene who were still at the top of their game. Highly respected by fans, peers, and critics, KIX is deservingly very proud of their long legacy.

In typical Steve style, he concludes, “I just want everyone to end up on their feet and celebrate all the good times we’ve had over the years. It’s a party and you are all invited!” 

CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR TICKETS FOR KIX’S FINAL SHOW EVERKIX… WALKIN’ AWAY, THE FINAL SHOW

LONG LIVE KIX.

THANK YOU KIX.

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LA’s GATES OF METAL FESTIVAL Returns October 14-15!

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , , , on May 8, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Los Angeles’ own True Heavy Metal Festival returns October 14-15, 2023 at the Garden Amphitheater in beautiful, sunny Garden Grove, CA! LA’s GATES OF METAL FESTIVAL III features a quality mix of Traditional, Thrash, Power, Speed, Death, Black, Doom, NOWTHM and Classic Heavy Metal bands on two stages!

The venue features a fan-friendly open air stage and a badass indoor stage, as well as metal merchants, vendors, five bars, and food options, all presented in an all ages European-style Heavy Metal festival.

Voted Best Concert Venue in 2018 by OC Weekly, the Garden Amphitheater is conveniently located near the Santa Ana, Long Beach and LAX Airports. If you’re looking for a destination Festival to plan around and attend, THIS IS IT!

The Fest will Feature Special Heavy Metal Performances by Legendary bands, including:

RIOT
SADISTIC INTENT
HAIL MARY (The Original Triple Axe Attack – Performing a Classic LEATHERWOLF Set)
EVIL DEAD
HEATHEN
VICIOUS RUMORS
SIGLOS (Featuring SIN QUIRIN formerly of Ministry)
RESISTANCE
IRONFLAME
HELL FIRE
ANGER AS ART
HAUNT
FUELED BY FIRE
STYGIAN CROWN
RUTHLESS
BONDED BY BLOOD
SABER
ADAMANTIS
INTRANCED

With more bands TBA…

Check out music from these great bands on the Fest’s Spotify Playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/3Aeg9VoSRegsvMUs0vzN9r

The first 200 Early Bird Pre-sale 2-day passes are now available at the following link:

ticketweb.com/event/las-gates-of-metal-festival-garden-amphitheatre-tickets/13054735

Get yours tickets now at the cheapest price level.

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Source: ClawHammer PR

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Polish Death Metal Legends VADER Add Three More Dates To “An Act Of Darkness In Asia Tour 2023”

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on May 7, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Photo Credit: Artur Tarczewski

Polish death metal legends VADER – fresh from their successful “Revelation Of The Wicked – North American 2023” tour – have announced three more dates to the “An Act Of Darkness In Asia: 40th Years Anniversary Tour”, supported by HATE and THY DISEASE!

The added shows are in Kathmandu (Nepal) and Bengaluru & Mumbai in India close the list! This monster of a tour will start to roll in about two weeks! 

Piotr “Peter” Wiwczarek shared:
“VADERMANIAX !!! We are so happy to announce more shows on the upcoming “An Act Of Darkness” tour in Far East – organized in cooperation with Creative Music and Massive Music. We will visit Nepal and India at the end ot the trip.”

Catch polish death metal commando wreaking havoc at:
20.05 🇦🇪 DUBAI / EL Barrio
30.05 🇵🇭 Manila / Ynares Sports Arena Pasig
02.06 🇹🇭 Bangkok / MrFOX Live House
03.06 🇸🇬 Singapore / GR.iD
04.06 🇮🇩 Bekasi / NOXA Fest
09.06 🇯🇵 Tokyo / Shibuya WWW
10.06 🇯🇵 Nagoya / Holiday Next
11.06 🇯🇵 Osaka / Zeela
14.06 🇳🇵 Kathmandu / Purple Haze Rock
17.06 🇮🇳 Bengaluru / Fandom
18.06 🇮🇳 Mumbai / Anti-Social

In between the tour in Asia, VADER will hit Australia and New Zealand, adding even more diversity and dark, sinister atmosphere to these very special events.

VADER
with HATE + Thy Disease:

24.05.2023 – BRISBANE
25.05.2023 – SYDNEY
26.05.2023 – MELBOURNE
27-28.05.2023 – WELLINGTON & AUCKLAND

Just recently VADER announced the special Polish “Carnal” 40th Anniversary Tour for August and September 2023, supported by Frontside and Dopelord.

Special 40th Anniversary shows are:
25.08.2023 – Olsztyn / Amfiteatr Open Air
26.08.2023 – Rzeszów / Rockowa Noc OA
27.08.2023 – Warszawa / Scena Letnia OA
29.08.2023 – Gdańsk / B90
30.08.2023 – Szczecin / DK Krzemień
31.08.2023 – Wrocław / A2
01.09.2023 – Katowice / P23
02.09.2023 – Kraków / Kamienna
03.09.2023 – Poznań / Tama

Don’t miss a chance to see the invasion of Polish extreme metal legion!

Source: Tarja Virmakari Press Office

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BAD AS – International Heavy Metal Act Sign With Wormholedeath Records/Warner For Release of New Album “Fight The Demons”

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , on May 6, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

International heavy metal act BAD AS have signed the worldwide deal with Wormholedeath Records/Warner for the release of their upcoming album “Fight The Demons”.

The band members are thrilled about the collaboration and have expressed their excitement about the new album, which promises to be an outstanding work of art. “Fight The Demons” contains 11 catchy rock/metal songs that will leave fans wanting more.

BAD AS is known for their ability to cross over different genres, combining hard rock, metal, and prog to create a unique sound that sets them apart from other bands. The collaboration of the singer John Jeff Touch with Alberto Rigoni and the rest of the band has given a new vibe and modern sensation to the band while maintaining the power and aggressiveness of their previous albums.

“We are excited to be signing with Wormholedeath Records/Warner for the release of our upcoming album ‘Fight The Demons’,” said the band in a statement. “We are proud of the new direction we’ve taken with this album and can’t wait to share it with our fans.”

“Fight The Demons” tracklist:

1. Fear
2. You Better Run
3. The War is On
4. Fight The Demons
5. Nemesis
6. Where Did The Love Go
7. Inside A Dream
8. Awake
9. As I Walk Away
10. The Answer
11. Free

Watch “Fight The Demons” trailer at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxgRfgYMEGI&feature=youtu.be

BAD AS was formed in 2016 by world-renowned musicians, including rock vocalist Titta Tani, metal bassist Alberto Rigoni, guitarist Alessio “Lex” Tricarico, and drummer Denis “Denzy” Novello. Since then, they have released three albums and have caught the attention of journalists and promoters alike.

A special mention goes to the musical career of bassist Alberto Rigoni, who is also a composer and producer, worldwide known for his work as a solo artist and as a member of various metal bands such as Natural Born Machine, TwinSpirits, and Vivaldi Metal Project. He has released 12 solo albums spanning from progressive rock to fusion, featuring collaborations with notable musicians such as Jeff Scott Soto, Jordan Rudess, Marco Minnemann, etc. In addition, he has played live with various artists and recorded for international artists.

With the addition of new members, John Jeff Touch (winner of various European Artists Awards and collaborations with bands such as Deep Purple, VISION, S.I.N., COSMICRAY, Sanny X, etc) as new vocalist, and Marco Andreetto as the new drummer, BAD AS is ready to take their music to the next level. Their future plans include playing their music live to bigger audiences and festivals after the release of their new album.

“We are looking forward to hitting the road and playing our music for our fans,” said the band. “We hope to see you all out there.”

Line-up:
John Jeff Touch – vocals
Alberto Rigoni – bass
Alessio ‘Lex’ Tricarico – guitar
Marco Andreetto – drums

Earlier Releases:
Crucified Society – Album, Released: March 17 2020 via SlipTrick Records, Mixed and Mastered by: Michele Guaitioli
Midnight Curse – Album, Released: November 30th 2019 via RockShot Record, Mixed and Mastered by: Alberto Rigoni
More Pain, More Gain – Album, Released: April 15th 2016 via Lion Music, Mixed and Mastered by: Federico Solazzo

Source: Split Screen Management

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BIG RED FIRE TRUCK – Release New Single “Love Bite”

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , , , , on May 6, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Australian hard rockers BIG RED FIRE TRUCK have released their new single “Love Bite“. The song is from their upcoming EP Trouble In Paradise which is out on August 4th, 2023.

The band comments: ” ‘Love Bite’ is a personal reflection of my experiences in the music industry and its comparison to the highs and lows of a place like Vegas. It’s easy to get caught up in the glittering facade of success and become fixated on the idea of making it big. I read an article recently that helped me come to realise that the industry is in fact a lot like a casino – a few win big, a few even win small and those that don’t are kicked to the curb and left to fend for themselves. This song is a reminder to myself and others to enjoy the journey, no matter what the outcome may be.”

Watch the lyric video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oa1w2J7dRiI

About BIG RED FIRE TRUCK:
BIG RED FIRE TRUCK began in 2016 as a project by Digby to write some fun heavy metal and hard rock songs and fulfil his need to hear new music in the style of his beloved bands. Taking inspiration from the likes of VAN HALEN, RECKLESS LOVE, THE DARKNESS, AEROSMITH, SUM 41, and CRAZY LIXX, the quartet pay homage to previous generations of hard rock while delivering their own distinctive character.

BIG RED FIRE TRUCK Are:
Digby (Guitar and Lead Vocals)
Ben Frank (Guitar)
Pete Grant (Drums and Vocals)
Nick Frazier (Bass)

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brftband/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@brftband
Bandcamp: https://bigredfiretruck.bandcamp.com/

Track Listing:

  1. Neon Sunsets
  2. Trouble In Paradise
  3. Love Bite
  4. Psychotropic Thunder
  5. Miami Skies
  6. Hot Summer Nights

Source: C Squared Music

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Australian Heavy Metal Act NIGHT LEGION Strikes Back With Brand New Album, “Fight Or Fall”, And Unleashes Music Video For First Single!

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , , , , on May 4, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Following their much acclaimed, self-titled 2017-debut, June 30, 2023 sees Australian heavy metal force NIGHT LEGION release their sophomore studio album, entitled “Fight Or Fall” via Massacre Records!

As first album single, “The Hounds Of Baskerville”, immediatly proves, “Fight Or Fall” is a no-nonsense return to fast and powerful heavy metal with screaming vocals, crushing guitars and hooks that remind you what great songwriting sounds like. This record is not a happy walk through a forest of elves – this is the battlefield where metal lives and soaring vocals invoke the spirits of what made metal the force it is today!

Give ear, a music video for NIGHT LEGION‘s new single is now streaming HERE!

“A classic horror inspired track slightly based around the Sherlock Holmes’ “The Hound of the Baskervilles”, however with a much more dark and brutal twist and in our own way,“ the band reveals. “It centralizes to a small town being terrorized by the local werewolves, with descriptive references.

Some people believe it, some people don’t and think it’s a legend we have devised ourselves until they themselves face the terror & wrath. The wolves in this case also represent the 5 of us – we are about to unleash a new record and we have the hunger to unleash on the live circuit!

It’s also inspired by how humanity’s own state of madness can conjure up such evil for the reason to terrorize, deceive and always live in fear. The reference to the chorus “Chase the hounds of Baskerville” really comes from how we as humans are intrigued to learn more about the mysteries of the world and anything that scares us. It’s a pretty bold, in your face, massive memorable chorus – it’s the run to the hills of the album, I’d say, hence being the first single.

It’s a heart stopper vocally & Stu’s guitar work adds another dimension – this song will play a movie in the listeners head.”

“Fight Or Fall” was produced by NIGHT LEGION guitarist Stu Marshall, and was mixed and mastered by Chris Themelco at Monolith Studios. Set to be released on June 30, 2023, the album pre-sale has just started via Massacre Records at THIS LOCATION!

“Fight Or Fall” track listing:

  1. The Hounds Of Baskerville
  2. Babylon Burns
  3. Soaring Into The Black
  4. Fight Or Fall
  5. At World’s End
  6. Beyond The Crimson Dawn
  7. Harvest Of Sin
  8. The Enemy
  9. The Hand Of Death

NIGHT LEGION:
Louie Gorgievski – Vocals
Stu Marshall – Guitars
Col Higginson – Guitars
Glenn Williams – Bass
Clay Tchakalian – Drums

Source: Massacre Records

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WHO CARES? Volume 3

Posted in current events, Heavy Metal, Music, news, people with tags , , , , , on May 3, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Below are current happenings that I can absolutely not care about. Who cares? My God, who gives a crap.

1. Def Leppard With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – Drastic Symphonies – Album releasing on May 19th. Ugh.

2. The Tony Awards

3. The Met Gala

4. Cast reunion of “Friends“

5. Aaron Rodgers is now quarterback for the lowly New York Jets.

Thank you for reading what I don’t care about. I do care about you visiting. Have a safe and happy week. – Stone

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VOIVOD – Kick Off US Leg Of 40th Anniversary Tour Next Week!

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

Canadian sci-fi metal innovators VOIVOD are continuing their 40th Anniversary touring cycle, kicking off their US leg next week! The US dates start on May 9th in Asheville, NC and wrap on May 23rd in Pensacola, FL. Most dates will see support from enigmatic experimental outfit, IMPERIAL TRIUMPHANT. Full dates below. Tickets are available HERE.

VOIVOD – USA Tour w/ Imperial Triumphant:
May 9, 2023 – Asheville, NC – Orange Peel * no Imperial Triumphant
May 10, 2023 – Virginia Beach, VA – Elevation 27 * no Imperial Triumphant
May 11, 2023 – Philadelphia, PA – Underground Arts
May 12, 2023 – New York, NY – The Bowery
May 13, 2023 – Baltimore, MD – Soundstage
May 14, 2023 – Charlotte, NC – The Underground
May 16, 2023 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Revolution Live
May 17, 2023 – Tampa, FL – Floridian
May 18, 2023 – Atlanta, GA – Center Stage
May 19, 2023 – New Orleans, LA – House of Blues
May 20, 2023 – Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall
May 21, 2023 – Austin, TX – Come and Take It
May 23, 2023 – Pensacola, FL – The Vinyl Music Hall * no Imperial Triumphant

VOIVOD recently announced a special Anniversary studio album entitled Morgöth Tales, to be released on July 21st, 2023 via Century Media Records.

Once more recorded and mixed by Francis Perron at RadicArt Studio, mastered by Maor Appelbaum and produced by VOIVOD, Morgöth Tales includes fresh studio (re-)recordings by the band’s current line-up of 9 especially selected, not-so-obvious picks from the band’s hyper-classy and extremely diverse back catalogue (between 1984 and 2003) as well as a brand-new song in the album’s title-track, “Morgöth Tales”.

Source: C Squared Music

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MASSACRE And NARCOTIC WASTELAND Announce Canadian Madness Tour

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on April 29, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Narcotic Wasteland Photo Credit – Andrea Roberts

Massacre and Narcotic Wasteland are excited to announce that they will be trekking north for the Canadian Madness Tour this summer! The tour kicks off on Thursday, August 17th, 2023 at Piranha Bar in Montreal QC, followed by The Rockpile in Toronto ON on Friday, August 18th, and finally, the Brass Monkey in Ottawa ON on Saturday, August 19th.

As you may already know, Massacre and Narcotic Wasteland are two of the most influential and talented bands in the metal scene today. They have been thrilling audiences all over the world with their intense and powerful performances, and now they are coming to Canada to give their fans an unforgettable experience.

The Canadian Madness Tour promises to be an epic night of metal and mayhem, showcasing the best of Massacre and Narcotic Wasteland‘s music. You can expect to hear some of their biggest hits, as well as some new and exciting material that will leave you wanting more.

Tickets for the tour went on sale Friday, April 28th, 2023 at 11 am. Don’t miss your chance to see these two legendary bands in action. Get your tickets early and secure your spot for what is sure to be one of the most memorable tours of the year.

Tour Dates:

8/17/23 – Piranha Bar – Montreal, QC – Ticket Info​

8/18/23 – The Rockpile – Toronto, ON – Ticket Info​

8/19/23 – Brass Monkey Ottawa ON – Ticket Info​

Narcotic Wasteland Singles:

Morality and the Wasp – https://youtu.be/fXThLKTP-xI​

The Best Times Have Passed – https://youtu.be/U6kB087hGyY​

Digital – https://orcd.co/nwvota

Massacre Singles:

Behind The Serpent’s Curse Feat. Anders Odden of Cadaver – https://youtu.be/AeQE7Jtl1EA​

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3Az5gST​

For more info:

Narcotic Wasteland – https://www.narcoticwasteland.com​

Massacre – https://linktr.ee/MASSACREofficial

Source: Asher Media Relations

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STYGIAN MASK – Release Debut Single “Drown Alone”

Posted in Heavy Metal on April 28, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

The brainchild of Canadian guitarist Dave Bergeron, melodic metal solo project STYGIAN MASK has released their debut single. The new track, “Drown Alone”, features vocals from Witherfall and Sanctuary frontman Joseph Michael, alongside Bergeron on guitar and Eddy Levitsky (The Anchoret) on bass. The song is an evocative marriage of power/death-metal virtuosity and bombast with the soaring symphonics of Michael’s performance, who also co-wrote the track alongside Bergeron.

STREAM “DROWN ALONE” HERE

Speaking about working with Michael and Levitsky on his first single, Dave Bergeron shares, ”It was really easy working with Joseph and Eddy on this song, they are both musicians that I look up to and we all pushed in the same direction to make the perfect first single to start this journey.”

Watch the visualizer for “Drown Alone” HEREhttps://youtu.be/724AM_Q7cxw

Lineup:
Dave Bergeron – guitar
Joseph Michael – guest vocals on “Drown Alone”
Eddy Levitsky – guest bass on “Drown Alone”

Source: Freeman Promotions

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Finnish Modern Post-Metal Band ATLASES Release Second Single ‘Earthshine’ From Forthcoming Album “Between The Day & I”

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , , , on April 28, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Earthshine is the second single to be released from the upcoming new album Between The Day & I of modern post-metal outfit ATLASES, which will be released on June 2nd via Lifeforce Records.

“Take the walk through a mysterious and ethereal path through the occasional fragile sides of one’s burden – which lie amidst the inner mixture within, consisting of clarity and chaos

The fact that ATLASES from Finland sound different has its reasons. Besides the “normal instrumentation” of a metal band, the musicians from Pori also work with electronic drum pads and keyboards. Both are not just additional accessories, but an integral part of the musical self-image of this Nordic group. In addition, there is the creative demand to go further aesthetically and sonically than is usual in modern post-metal. In the cinematic soundscapes ATLASES are creating you can lose yourself completely.

LYRIC VIDEO FOR EARTHSHINE UP NOW

The third album “Between The Day & I” pushes this approach to the extreme. The dualism of beautiful, atmospheric euphony and abrupt brute force works fantastically and provides lasting impressions. The sextet from Pori sets tension arcs time and again, which lead deeper and deeper into a maelstrom of rapture, melancholy and emotional discharge. On the follow-up to their 2020 LIFEFORCE RECORDS debut, “Woe Portrait”, ATLASES present themselves as resourceful songwriters who cultivate powerful contrasts beyond the usual conventions of post-metal and thus stand out.

With “Between The Day & I”, the Finns prove that modern post-metal can still be developed further, if the right attitude and the necessary daring meet forward-thinking creativity and an elevated level of ambition.

The fact that the cover motif of the new ATLASES album evokes associations in the direction of the MASTODON classic “Remission” or “White Pony” of the mighty DEFTONES is a coincidence, but on closer reflection it fits pretty well.

BETWEEN THE DAY & I – PREORDER HERE

TRACK LIST:

Eyelids of the New Dawn 4:35
Singulars 3:30
Silent Threads 4:11
Earthshine 4:51
Mosaic of Silence 4:14
Save Room 5:40
Intermission 1:59
Versus 2:41
Imperial Dark 3:33
Ties to Distance 7:11

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Can We Stop Already With This Album Cover Art? Enough!

Posted in album covers, classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , , , on April 27, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Here are three examples of an album cover showing a woman’s face behind a see-through cloth. I’m certain there’s more out there. I believe this idea of an album cover needs to retire. For good. Please. Stop.

The Rolling Stones – Goats Head Soup (1973)

I’ll give The Rolling Stones a pass due to my thinking this was the first time this idea was used for an album cover. I could be wrong. Besides, it’s The Rolling Stones.

Scorpions – Rock Believer (2022)

C’mon Scorpions. This album cover of Rock Believer is so bad it’s the reason why I didn’t buy the physical CD. I didn’t want to see it laying around my other CDs that have quality album art. Besides, I listen to Rock Believer on Spotify.

Halestorm – Back From The Dead (2022)

I’ll bet that Halestorm and Scorpions never expected to have nearly the same album cover released in the SAME YEAR!! Some people might say that’s glass covering over the face of Lzzy Hale. Is it Lzzy Hale though? Hard to tell maybe, with the violent screaming face. Anyways, I believe this is cloth covering her face. I always felt the Halestorm debut album cover art from 2009 was bizarre and cringey; yet this album cover takes the prize for unoriginal disaster.

Thank you for reading my semi-useless rant. Please feel free to comment! Metal Be Thy Name. – Stone

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WHO CARES?

Posted in Heavy Metal, hollywood news, news, people, politics with tags , on April 27, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Below is my list of current news that I have two words for: WHO CARES? Just due to my writing this list is not equal to me caring about the topics. I really don’t care about what’s below and want the world to know it.

1. James Corden is having his last episode of The Late Late Show tonight. Good. See ya. Bye, bye!

2. Mötley Crüe or Mick Mars? Honestly, who cares! All of them have more money than they can count and I’m broke. Whatever.

3. The NFL Draft. C’mon. More busts come out of the NFL Draft than bonafide football players. Don’t believe me? Just google away. Oh and who cares.

4. Coachella. Who. Cares.

5. The United States debt ceiling. Who cares! There’s nothing I can do about it. Nothing.

Thank you for reading this; that I DO CARE ABOUT!

Metal Be Thy Name. Stone.

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OF THE SUN – To Release Next Single “Lost Tongue”

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on April 26, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

OF THE SUN showcases a different side to their heavy sound with the new single “Lost Tongue“. Landing on May 5th, the second offering from the upcoming EP Pattern Rebirth, delivers soaring vocal harmonies, intricate melodies and progressive arrangements.

The band comments:

“Inspired by feelings of neglect and abandonment of the self, ‘Lost Tongue’ is a departure from the typically aggressive OF THE SUN songwriting style. It’s a solemn tune, billowing with the dark harmonic vocal character akin to an ALICE IN CHAINS song, while attacking tooth and nail the frustration that lies at the heart of a toxic relationship. The start of it illustrates the epiphany, finding myself years deep in something that required the absence of my true persona. From there, ‘Lost Tongue’ navigates through the course of this circumstance, as well as through the confusion, anxiety, anger, and disbelief found in this condition, ultimately resolving to uproot everything.”

Pre-order: https://noiseofthesun.bandcamp.com/track/lost-tongue

Listen to the previous single “Pattern Rebirth” here: https://noiseofthesun.bandcamp.com/track/pattern-rebirth

About OF THE SUN:
Beginning in Myrtle Beach, SC, before moving to Austin, TX, and landing in southern Germany, the metal outfit, OF THE SUN, has traveled a long, winding path, and continues to build on its approach to song writing through structural variation and stylistic revisions. Influenced by bands like BTBAM, OPETH, SOUNDGARDEN, and MR BUNGLE, OF THE SUN draws from a diverse vocabulary of musical language and boils it down into the particular visions of chief creator, Patrick Duvall. Recruiting from overseas, drummers Bryce Butler (SHADOW OF INTENT, THE FACELESS, CONTRARIAN) and Rom Gov (SEEK IRONY, TIBETAN SKY RITUAL), along with bassist Jacob Umansky (INTERVALS, THE FACELESS, PAINTED IN EXILE) have joined ranks for Pattern Rebirth.

OF THE SUN is:
Patrick Duvall

Source: C Squared Music

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GIRLSCHOOL – Announces Release Of Fourteenth Studio Album “WTFortyfive?” On July 28th Via Silver Lining Music

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , , , , , on April 25, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Adam Kennedy

Forty-five years young, British hard rock royalty GIRLSCHOOL comes out swinging with their fourteenth studio album, WTFortyfive?, a deliciously dirty declaration that age is a number that shows how much real raw attitude you have when it really counts. WTFortyfive? is set for release on July 28th via Silver Lining Music.

Lead single “Are You Ready?” sets the pace; a racy, raunchy, fun-saturated shapeshifter co-written with Alcatrazz’s Joe Stump that shows GIRLSCHOOL’s leathers may still carry the well-baked battle scars of decades past, but their songs and attitude are as fresh, fun, heavy, and catchy as ever before.

As a nod to their fellow partners in crime, GIRLSCHOOL today reveals the animated video for “Are You Ready?,” the video sequel to Alcatrazz’s “Don’t Get Mad… Get Even” (feat. GIRLSCHOOL)” taken from the upcoming Alcatrazz album Take No Prisoners (set for release May 19th via Silver Lining Music). Both videos were created by Natalia Jonderko Śmiechowicz.

Comments the band, “The first new GIRLSCHOOL music in nearly a decade! Powerful, heavy and with a great groove, this is the first single from our WTFortyfive? album! We think you’ll like it… Are you ready? We are!”

Watch GIRLSCHOOL’s video for “Are You Ready?” (feat. Joe Stump)” HERE.

Watch Alcatrazz’s video for “Don’t Get Mad… Get Even (feat. Girlschool)” HERE.

With WTFortyfive?, Kim McAuliffe (guitar/vocals), Denise Dufort (drums), Jackie Chambers (guitar/backing vocals), and Tracey Lamb (bass) leave the grit under their finger nails and the muck on their crusty leather boots as they riff and stomp their way through twelve statements of intent showing major attitude, some great melodies, and a consistent crunch to every guitar.

There’s the addictive mototörcharged scuzz of “It Is What It Is,” the Wandsworth via Sunset Strip sway of “Bump In The Night,” the youthful, punky romp of “Up To No Good,” and the smart, sassy, rock ‘n’ roll hooks of “Believing In You,” with McAuliffe’s vocals sounding as sharp and raucous as ever. And if that isn’t enough, their raunch roars and rolls alongside Biff Byford (Saxon), Phil Campbell (Motörhead), and Duff McKagan (Guns N’ Roses) on a cracking cover of “Born To Raise Hell!” So throw away your inhibitions and join these spectacularly wild women on the most glorious of rock ‘n’ roll rides. Lemmy knew, so should YOU!

WTFortyfive? will be released on 12” vinyl, digipak-CD, digital download and streaming and special D2C bundles. Preorder yours today at THIS LOCATION.

Additionally, head over to girlschool.tmstor.esfor a chance to win a GIRLSCHOOL WTFortyfive? custom made real leather jacket. T&Cs apply.

WTFortyfive? Track Listing:

  1. It Is What It Is
  2. Cold Dark Heart
  3. Bump In The Night
  4. Barmy Army
  5. Invisible Killer
  6. Believing In You
  7. It’s A Mess
  8. Into The Night
  9. Are You Ready? (feat. Joe Stump)
  10. Up To No Good
  11. Party
  12. Born To Raise Hell (feat. Biff Byford, Phil Campbell, Duff McKagan)

GIRLSCHOOL:
Kim McAuliffe – guitar/vocals
Denise Dufort – drums
Jackie Chambers – guitar/backing vocals
Tracey Lamb – bass

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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ANTHEM – “Crimson & Jet Black” Full-Length Out Now On Reaper Entertainment!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , , , on April 24, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Today marks the official unveiling of Crimson & Jet Black, the latest full-length from leading Japanese heavy metal act, ANTHEM, out now on Reaper Entertainment.

It’s been four years since the release of the band’s critically acclaimed Nucleus full-length — a re-recording of their classic hits with English lyrics. But ANTHEM used the pandemic downtime wisely. Crimson & Jet Black features eleven tracks, once again performed in English.

Offers the band, “Finally, our new album Crimson & Jet Black is out! The album is full of straight, powerful, and great metal songs. We promise that it sounds as sharp as a knife. If you love metal, you shouldn’t miss it. But be careful not to get blown away!”

Watch ANTHEM’s previously released videos for “Snake Eyes“ at THIS LOCATION and “Wheels Of Fire” at THIS LOCATION.

Order Crimson & Jet Black on CD and vinyl at THIS LOCATION.

After finishing two anniversary tours in 2021 — the band’s thirty-fifth anniversary tour, which had been postponed due to the pandemic restrictions, as well the twentieth anniversary of their reunion tour called the ANTHEM 2001 Vs ANTHEM 2021 Tour — the band began work on their latest offering. Originally scheduled to be completed in the Spring of 2022, band leader Shibata, a perfectionist at heart, decided to enrich each of the songs’ quality and pushed the recording schedule to Summer/Fall.

Like previous ANTHEM works, Naoto is the main producer of the album, but this time renowned Swedish producer Jens Bogren, (Arch Enemy, Amon Amarth, Dimmu Borgir, Opeth, etc.) who had previously mixed and mastered Nucleus, is credited as a co-producer.

ANTHEM:
Naoto Shibata – bass
Akio Shimizu – guitar
Yukio Morikawa – vocals
Isamu Tamaru – drums

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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