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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Spotify – https://sptfy.com/PbKP

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

More info: Striker-metal.com

Source: Asher Media Relations

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AMON AMARTH – Announces Biggest North American Headlining Tour To Date With Special Guests Cannibal Corpse, Obituary And Frozen Soul – Tickets On Sale This Friday!

Posted in Death Metal, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , on December 5, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Tomas Gidén

Following their Summer run crisscrossing the continent with their metal comrades in Ghost, Swedish heavy metal icons AMON AMARTH will return to US and Canadian stages this Spring on the Metal Crushes All Tour 2024, produced by Live Nation — the band’s biggest North American tour to date!

Set to commence on April 21st and run through May 25th, the twenty-four-date journey includes a raid at the historic Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Denver as well as arena stops in Portland, Vancouver, Quebec City, Asheville, Tampa, and Anaheim. Support will be provided by special guests Cannibal Corpse along with Obituary and Frozen Soul making for a must-see heavy metal event of the year! See all confirmed dates below.

AMON AMARTH comments, “Heed our warning; we are gearing up for our biggest and most epic raid in North American history! We are bringing a massive show that will leave your cities in ashes. Scorching the Earth with us are our good friends Cannibal Corpse, Obituary, and Frozen Soul. Come out to the shows and party like Vikings and raise your horns with us. METAL CRUSHES ALL!”

Ticket presales for the Metal Crushes All Tour begin Tuesday, December 5th at 11:00am Eastern time and run through Thursday, December 7th at 10:00pm local time. VIP upgrades with the new Viking Valhalla Experience are available Tuesday, December 5th at 12:00pm Eastern time.

General on sales start Friday, December 8th at 10:00am local time at amonamarth.com.

AMON AMARTH: Metal Crushes All Tour 2024 w/ Cannibal Corpse, Obituary, Frozen Soul:
4/21/2024 Revel Entertainment Center – Albuquerque, NM
4/22/2024 Red Rocks Amphitheatre – Denver, CO
4/24/2024 The Complex – Salt Lake City, UT
4/26/2024 Alaska Airlines’ Theater Of The Clouds – Portland, OR *
4/27/2024 PNE Forum – Vancouver, BC *
4/29/2024 Edmonton Convention Center – Edmonton, AB
4/30/2024 Grey Eagle Event Center – Calgary, AB
5/03/2024 Steelhouse – Omaha, NE
5/04/2024 The Sylvee – Madison, WI
5/05/2024 GLC Live At 20 Monroe – Grand Rapids, MI
5/07/2024 Rose Music Center At The Heights – Huber Heights, OH
5/09/2024 The Wellmont – Montclair, NJ
5/10/2024 Toyota Oakdale Theater – Wallingford, CT
5/11/2024 Videotron Centre – Quebec City *
5/13/2024 The Fillmore Philadelphia – Philadelphia, PA
5/14/2024 The Fillmore Silver Spring – Silver Spring, MD
5/16/2024 ExploreAsheville.com Arena – Asheville, NC *
5/17/2024 House Of Blues – Myrtle Beach, SC
5/18/2024 Yuengling Center – Tampa, FL *
5/20/2024 Bayou Music Center – Houston, TX
5/21/2024 Boeing Center At Tech Port – San Antonio, TX
5/23/2024 Arizona Financial Theatre – Phoenix, AZ
5/24/2024 Pearl Concert Theater At Palms Casino Resort – Las Vegas, NV
5/25/2024 Honda Center – Anaheim, CA *

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Fans can check out a teaser for the band’s upcoming video for “Saxons and Vikings” HERE and can preview and purchase The Great Heathen Army at: metalblade.com/amonamarth.

AMON AMARTH continues to tour in support of their critically adored The Great Heathen Army full-length. Recorded with esteemed studio guru Andy Sneap and released in 2022, the record represents another bold leap forward for the band, as their trademark sound undergoes yet another skillful, evolutionary overhaul, both lyrically and musically. From the noisily rabble-rousing “Find A Way Or Make One” and the pummeling, pugilistic “Get In The Ring” to the cinematic squall of the title track, The Great Heathen Army encapsulates the essence of this legendary band, while still allowing acres of space for new ideas.

Formed in Tumba, Sweden in 1992, AMON AMARTH has forged an extraordinary legacy over three decades of thunderous, anthemic metal, all rich in the magical imagery of Viking history, folklore, and culture. With albums like 2008’s widely acclaimed Twilight Of The Thunder God and 2016’s conceptual triumph Jomsviking, the Swedes have been consistent standard bearers for heavy metal as a life-affirming and communal experience, armed with a seemingly endless stream of instant classic songs.

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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DEAF RAT – Presents Lyric Video For New Single “Say Your Lies”!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , on December 3, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Following their much-acclaimed debut album, Ban The Light ( 2019, AFM Records ) and a series of live tracks, taken off their incredible show in support of JUDAS PRIEST “Live In Dalhalla”, Swedish hard rock trio DEAF RAT has released a brand new single! The song is out now on all digital streaming services via https://deafrat.bfan.link/say-your-lies a lyric video for “Say Your Lies” is below.

“Say Your Lies” tells a story about the mysterious phenomenon of sleep paralysis and the malicious entity nightmare that has been documented to haunt people in their sleep worldwide since the early 1300s. “In six months time, I had three friends tell me about their experiences of waking up in the middle of the night, unable to move or speak”, frontman Frankie reveals. “They all saw a dark diffuse shadow like character in their room, and all felt like if someone was sitting on top of their chest. Now if that is not a good topic for a hard rock song then I don’t know what is!”

“Say Your Lies” shines as an expertly produced rock anthem that showcases the band’s musical prowess. DEAF RAT have again succeeded in merging lyrics and music into a gripping, pulsating high-energy rock track! Get ready to get dragged into the abyss, and watch the band’s new lyric video for “Say Your Lies” HERE.

DEAF RAT hails from Dalarna in Sweden, a small region with long traditions of mining, steel industry, music and a healthy dose of DIY attitude. The broad sound of DEAF RAT is built on a strong foundation of classic 70s, 80s and 90s rock packed with influences of the band members different personal favourites. With their massive guitar riffs and strong melodies, this is the band that fills up the cracks in the ageing concrete between old school and modern hard rock.

With their driving riffs, thundering drum beats, and an electrifying presence, DEAF RAT prove that they are one of the most explosive and dynamic forces in the world of hard rock. The band is currently in the studio, working on the successor album to Ban The Light. Earlier and this recent summer, they have already shared a first track, entitled “Schizophrenic Part Of Me”, which is available on all digital services and on Youtube. Frankie adds: “To be in the studio with the other guys is a dream. I can just sit in the studio and listen to the guys play their guitar parts and enjoy their sheer talent which is over the top!”

Source: AFM Records

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WITHERFALL – Announce New Album “Sounds Of The Forgotten” Out On May 31, 2024 – New Single & Video “Ceremony Of Fire”

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

Photo By Stephanie Cabral – Left to Right: Gerry Hirschfeld (Keys) Anthony Crawford (Bass) Joseph Michael (Vocals) Jake Dreyer (Guitar) Chris Tsaganeas (drums)

From: Witherfall newsletter:

Los Angeles-based dark melodic metal outfit Witherfall proudly presents their fourth full-length album “Sounds Of The Forgotten”, out May 31st 2024 via DeathWave Records.

“We found ourselves writing really depressing, melancholy songs about how just disappointed we were with all the work we put into Curse of Autumn and then going through the pandemic,” says frontman/songwriter Joseph Michael. “Before that, we thought nothing was going to stop us. Then, something did. We felt a bit defeated. So, that’s how Sounds Of The Forgotten started. But we got out of that quickly. The songs we ended up writing were empowering. We have songs with negative emotions, but the overarching theme is moving forward and perseverance. That’s the epitome of Sounds Of The Forgotten.”

Witherfall also proudly present their new single “Ceremony Of Fire“.

“Ceremony of Fire is quintessential Witherfall”,comments the band. “This song features elements that are cornerstones of the Witherfall sonic landscape from dark haunting hooks, to eclectic musical twist and turns. For the fans of our debut album Nocturnes And Requiems you will be very pleased with this. The Video is a great representation of the lyrical theme. Filmed in part inside the ritual chamber at The Crooked Path in Burbank California, the video represents the harsh realities of the artists path.”

“Come with me, to a clearing in the field before the dawn. In time you’ll see the light, in a Ceremony Of Fire”

Watch the video for “Ceremony Of Fire” here:
https://youtu.be/Y8UiY5n6LFc?si=2eTEVuBCmHIH8837

Many factors influenced and inspired Witherfall’s approach to “Sounds Of The Forgotten”. The album color theme conveys another side to Witherfall’s fourth-album distress. Often associated with ambition, power, and regality, the Blake Armstrong (In Flames, Megadeth, Kataklysm, Harry Potter, Wednesday) cover art provides a view into and a visual counter to the music on “Sounds Of The Forgotten”.

Tracklist:

  1. They Will Let You Down
  2. Where Do I Begin
  3. A Lonely Path
  4. Insidious
  5. Ceremony Of Fire
  6. Sounds Of The Forgotten
  7. Aftermath
  8. When It All Falls Away
  9. Opulent
  10. What Have You Done

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Pre-Order the album/Stream/Get Merch here:
https://www.witherfall.com/soundspresale

The upcoming album “Sounds Of The Forgotten” is available in different vinyl colors:
Black (unlimited)
Aftermath Twilight Purple (limited edition 250 copies)

Opulent Pearl (limited edition 100 copies

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Witherfall are guitarist/songwriter Jake Dreyer, vocalist/songwriter Joseph Michael, bassist Anthony Crawford, drummer Marco Minnemann (recording only), drummer/percussionist Chris Tsaganeas, and keyboardist Gerry Hirschfeld.

DeathWave Records was created by Witherfall headmen Joseph Michael and Jake Dreyer as a vehicle for their music and other projects. Look for more exciting and trailblazing releases from DeathWave Records in the future.

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MISTER MISERY – Premiere Lyric Video For Brand New Single “Boogeyman Boogie”!

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

Following their recent signing announcement with AFM Records and a first single, “Root Of All Evil”, released on Halloween taken off their upcoming studio album, MISTER MISERY are premiering a new track titled “Boogeyman Boogie”!

The band reveals: “We always enjoy making songs that are purely drawn from our love for Halloween and horror movies, and ‘Boogeyman Boogie’ is just that adrenaline fueled anthem we wanted to include on the album!”

“Boogeyman Boogie” is now available on all digital services at https://mistermisery.bfan.link/boogeyman-boogie plus a lyric video is now streaming HERE

MISTER MISERY is an innovative, modern and ground-breaking metal band from Sweden.
Blending clean and gritty vocals along with high-voltage riffs and anthemic choruses, they have developed a unique sound and style, and one that captures the essence of all the sub-genres in modern heavy music.

Since forming back in 2018, MISTER MISERY have released two critically acclaimed studio albums (Unalive and A Brighter Side Of Death) and several highly praised and top-playlisted singles to date. Paired with an obscene and theatrical appearance, they create an experience that speaks to all senses.

MISTER MISERY has become a force that crushes stages on the biggest festival the scene has to offer, such as Wacken Open Air, Master of Rock, Full Metal Cruise, Hills Of Rock to name just a few. MISTER MISERY has played as support of some of the most prestigious bands in metal, such as Nightwish and Dream Theater in front of over 15.000 people. One thing is for certain: They will leave NO survivors!

The band is currently gearing up for an exciting new chapter of their career and has joined forces with renowned label AFM Records, who will proudly release their forthcoming album in 2024!

MISTER MISERY:
Harley Vendetta – Vocals/Guitar
Alex Nine – Lead Guitar/Backup Vocals
Rizzy – Drums/Backup Vocals
Alex Alister – Bass/Backup Vocals

Source: AFM Records

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UNMERCIFUL – Unveil Two New Songs

Posted in Death Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , on November 30, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Topeka, Kansas brutal death metal horde UNMERCIFUL has posted live video footage of two yet-to-be-released new songs – “The Reaping” and “Malice Unbound.”

The footage was shot during the band’s recent performance at the Lawrence, Kansas date of the Ancient Unholy Uprising Tour, headlined by SUFFOCATION and INCANTATION.

Check out “The Reaping” now at youtu.be/HX4OdeayEgk?si=PYLxu4lvh677CMh_

Watch “Malice Unbound” at youtu.be/h_2qYEOcf5k?si=D7Qs4QYNWIU_ob0E

UNMERCIFUL is currently working on material for the follow-up to 2020’s Wrath Encompassed. The band is expected to hit the studio soon and is targeting a 2024 release for the new album.

Watch the video for “Wrath Encompassed” at https://youtu.be/TaWqd3DMLL0

Wrath Encompassed is out on Willowtip Records and available at:

Willowtip – https://bit.ly/unmerciful-wrathwt

Bandcamp – https://bit.ly/unmerciful-wrathbc

UNMERCIFUL:
Clinton Appelhanz – Guitars/ Vocals
Jeremy Turner – Guitars/ Vocals
Trynt Kelly – Drums
Joshua Riley– Vocals

Source: ClawHammer PR

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CRYSTAL VIPER – Release Music Video For ‘In The Haunted Chapel’ & Announce New Studio Album

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

Polish heavy metal act CRYSTAL VIPER are releasing music video for “In The Haunted Chapel” single, which came out digitally earlier this year. It’s the first CRYSTAL VIPER video featuring Marta Gabriel on vocals and bass guitar (who played rhythm guitar between 2009 and 2022), and drummer Jakub Galwas, who joined CRYSTAL VIPER last year.

“The music video is one thing, but we have some other cool news to share as well” says CRYSTAL VIPER front woman and founder, Marta Gabriel. “We started to work on a new studio album, which will come out in the Summer of 2024 on Listenable Records. We’re very proud of what we achieved on our latest album, “The Cult”, so from one side you can expect its natural continuation – especially when it comes to lyrics, which once again are inspired by the works of H.P. Lovecraft – but from the other side, we prepared few surprises and we will explore some new territories. I think all CRYSTAL VIPER fans will be very happy, and I believe the album might be interesting for people who never listened to us” she adds.

Crystal Viper “In The Haunted Chapel”

Watch the New Music Video HERE
🎧 HERE

Crystal Viper 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)

Source: Listenable Records

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SANHEDRIN – Brooklyn Power Trio To Play First Ever Texas Shows To Close Out The Year!

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

Photo by Jan Bünning

Brooklyn power trio SANHEDRIN will close out the year with their first ever Texas shows! The trio of dates will run through Austin, San Antonio, and Houston with support provided by Temple Of Love.

Comments guitarist Jeremy Sosville, “In our nine years as a band, we have travelled many times across America and across the Atlantic. Somehow, we’ve never been able to make it to Texas… until now! This November 30th, December 1st, and 2nd as we finally make our way to the Lone Star state. We know that Texas has some of the most dedicated rock and metal fans in the world, and we are psyched to finally make this trek south. These shows will be the final shows of 2024 for us, as we will be hunkering down this winter to work on our next album. Speaking of, we will be sharing a few of these new songs for the first time ever during these shows. We look forward to seeing you there!”

Tickets are on sale now. See all confirmed dates below.

SANHEDRIN w/ Temple Of Love:
11/30/2023 The Lost Well – Austin, TX w/ Ungrieved, Monte Luna
12/01/2023 The Mix – San Antonio, TX w/ ManEaters Of Tsavo
12/02/2023 Black Magic Social Club – Houston, TX w/ Doomstress

SANHEDRIN:

Erica Stoltz: Vocals / Bass
Jeremy Sosville: Guitar
Nathan Honor: Drums

SANHEDRIN does metal the old-school way, channeling the greats that preceded them to create something that is instantly familiar yet with a new, modern energy to it. The band released their Lights On full-length last year via Metal Blade Records.

Tracked, mixed, and co-produced by Colin Marston at his studio Menegroth, The Thousand Caves in Queens, New York, Lights On refers to the many events of the last few years that have exposed larger societal issues long hidden or ignored. Notes the band, “In a time where the world around you feels like it’s aflame, when our heavy metal heroes are beginning to disappear to failing health or changing social norms, we, stand here as a shining light through the dark. We are prepared to fly the flag of heavy metal in these trying and uncertain times and have only begun to show the world what we are capable of.”

Preview and purchase Lights On at THIS LOCATION.

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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XENTRIX – Sign New Multi Album Deal With Listenable Records

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

LISTENABLE is bloody chuffed signing UK thrash metal legends XENTRIX again for a new multi album deal.

Kristian Havard (Guitar) comments:
“Xentrix are extremely excited to continue our relationship with Listenable records by signing with them once again. Listenable is a label that is run by people who are incredibly focused, knowledgeable and more importantly, massively passionate about metal music. And it’s these differences that made it a no brainer when it came time to for the band to choose a label for new music.”

Hailing from the North West of England, XENTRIX was formed in 1985 by guitar player Chris Astley. After numerous changes to the line up XENTRIX signed to Roadrunner records and entered the studio to record their first album ‘Shattered Existence’ with producer John Cuniberti (Vio-lence, Forbidden, Joe Satriani). XENTRIX have been one of the leading lights of the British thrash metal movement. They had music videos which all had regular air time on MTV’s Headbangers Ball.

Gaining global notoriety, XENTRIX had many high energy performances with audiences of thousands.

Mixed and mastered by Andy Sneap, XENTRIX ’s comeback album ‘Bury the Pain’ was released in 2019 on Listenable records, with production from Andy Sneap and Mastering by Russ Russell. This new recording showed the band sounding heavier than ever, while still retaining their signature sound.

Latest and 7th studio album “Seven Words” released in late 2022 remains a crushing compendium of all that has made this band what it is today.

BAND LINE UP:
Jay Walsh – Vocals/Guitar
Kristian Havard – Guitar
Chris Shires – Bass
Dennis Gasser – Drums

DISCOGRAPHY:
Shattered existence (1989)
Ghostbusters (1990)
For Whose Advantage? (1990)
Dilute to Taste (1991)
The Order of Chaos (1992)
Kin (1992 )
Scourge (1996)
Bury the Pain (2019)
Seven Words (2022)

BAND LINKS :
FACEBOOK
WEBSITE
INSTAGRAM

Listenable Records: CLICK HERE TO VISIT OUR SHOP

Source: Listenable Records

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MILWAUKEE METAL FEST 2024 – Announces First Wave of Bands!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal festivals, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , on November 23, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

From Stillborn Records newsletter:

After a successful return of Milwaukee Metal Festival in 2023, the iconic midwestern, multi-day event is now revealing the first wave of bands for what is already shaping up to be a diverse and hard hitting lineup!

MKE Fest co-organizer and Hatebreed frontman Jamey Jasta comments, “We’re extremely excited to have Milwaukee Metal Fest not only coming back for another insane year but this time around we have added power metal, more black metal, more doom and some other surprise elements that were not logistically possible last year. This is just the first of many announcements on the horizon and I can’t wait to see everyone in Milwaukee next May!”

Sound Talent Group’s Tim Borror adds, “Milwaukee Metal Fest 2023 was so awesome but more importantly, it’s a stake in the ground of how important and vital metal music is. Especially extreme metal! 2024 is going to be even more incredible. Come hang with us in May”

The current bands who will appear at next year’s edition are as follows:

MR. BUNGLE

BLIND GUARDIAN

SLAUGHTER TO PREVAIL

IN FLAMES

HATEBREED

DEICIDE

KATATONIA

KAMELOT

MARDUK

POSSESSED

METAL CHURCH

INCANTATION

SKINLESS

THE RED CHORD

HEATHEN

INTERNAL BLEEDING

EMBRYONIC AUTOPSY

EYES OF THE LIVING

& MANY MORE!

The festivities will kick off with a pre-party on May 16while the main festival will run May 17 – 19 at The Rave/Eagles Club in Milwaukee, WI and is promised to have bigger headliners, more food, vendors, live podcasts and other surprises!

The festival returned to prominence in 2023 under the watchful eye of Hatebreed frontman and podcaster Jamey Jasta and Sound Talent Group’s Tim Borror, as well as the team at The Rave / Eagles Club, where so many of the original festivals took place.

Early bird tickets are on sale now and available for a limited time! 1, 2 & 3 day options zero interest payment plans available at Etix.com

Fans can visit the official Milwaukee Metal Fest site and sign up for the mailing list for first access to information and exclusive content HERE.

More details will soon be announced! Stay tuned…!

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TÝR – Announces Battle Ballads North American Headlining Tour 2024 – Tickets On Sale This Friday + Upcoming Album Art Revealed

Posted in folk metal, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , on November 21, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Faroe Islands-based folk metal collective TÝR will return to North American stages next Spring. The Battle Ballads headlining tour, named in honor of their upcoming new full-length of the same name, begins March 28th in Baltimore, Maryland and makes its way through over two dozen cities, coming to a close on April 26th in Greensboro, North Carolina. Support will be provided by Trollfest, Æther Realm, and The Dread Crew Of Oddwood. The tour marks TÝR’s first North American run since 2019.

Comments the band, “It is with great joy that we announce our return to the US and Canada. It’s been too long, and we have missed the people, the cities, and the vast landscapes dearly. It warms our heathen hearts to think that we will soon see all your familiar faces again, and probably, hopefully, a few people we have not seen before. We will bring our lighthearted neighbors, Trollfest from Norway, with us, as well as your metal compatriots, Æther Realm, and The Dread Crew Of Oddwood. See you soon!”

Tickets go on sale this Friday, November 24th, at 12:00pm EST/9:00am PST. See all confirmed dates below.

More info on TÝR’s Battle Balladsalbum, set for release in the Spring of 2024, will be unveiled in the weeks to come. In the meantime, view the cover art by Gyula Havancsak.

TÝR w/ Trollfest, Æther Realm, The Dread Crew Of Oddwood:
3/28/2024 Baltimore Soundstage – Baltimore, MD
3/29/2024 Gramercy Theater – New York, NY
3/30/2024 Middle East Downstairs – Boston, MA
3/31/2024 La Source De La Martinière – Quebec City, QC
4/01/2024 Studio TD – Montreal, QC
4/02/2024 Brass Monkey – Ottawa, ON
4/03/2024 Horseshoe Tavern – Toronto, ON
4/04/2024 The Sanctuary – Detroit, MI
4/05/2024 Reggies – Chicago, IL
4/06/2024 Skyway Theater – Minneapolis, MN
4/07/2024 Park Theater – Winnipeg. MB
4/08/2024 The Exchange – Regina, SK
4/09/2024 Starlite Room – Edmonton, AB
4/10/2024 Dickens – Calgary, AB
4/12/2024 The Rickshaw – Vancouver, BC
4/13/2024 El Corazon – Seattle, WA
4/14/2024 Bossanova Ballroom – Portland, OR
4/15/2024 Cornerstone – Berkeley, CA
4/16/2024 1720 – Los Angeles, CA
4/17/2024 Brick By Brick – San Diego, CA
4/18/2024 Nile Theater – Mesa, AZ
4/19/2024 TBC
4/20/2024 Come And Take It Live – Austin, TX
4/21/2024 The Granada – Dallas, TX
4/22/2024 White Oak Music Hall – Houston, TX
4/24/2024 Conduit – Orlando, FL
4/25/2024 The Masquerade (Hell) – Atlanta, GA
4/26/2024 Hangar 1819 – Greensboro, NC

Last March, TÝR released A Night At The Nordic House (With The Symphony Orchestra Of The Faroe Islands), a special event recorded in February of 2020. “Working with the Symphony Orchestra was without a doubt one of the highlights of our careers,” noted vocalist Heri Joensen. “The feeling of sheer sophisticated power behind us was extraordinarily uplifting. We were awed by how well the songs worked in a symphonic setting. We are very excited to finally release a live [double] DVD, CD and LP, and even with the incredible new artwork by Gyula Havancsák, that excellently captures the epic atmosphere of the event.”

Preview and purchase the record at: metalblade.com/tyr.

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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The Iron Maidens, Kamenar and Skyway 61 at The Concourse in Knoxville Tennessee 11/11/23 – Concert Review by Tanis Enos

Posted in concert reviews, concerts, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , on November 17, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

The Iron Maidens made their Tennessee debut in Knoxville on Nov. 11th. The world’s only female tribute to Iron Maiden brought the beast to The Concourse along with openers Kamenar and Skyway 61. A crowd of Maiden shirts waited as the doors to the venue opened.

Kamenar hit the stage first, hyping the crowd up right away. Kamenar is made up of twin brothers Sean (vocals,guitar,andbass) and John Kamenar (drums). The two young boys from Florida put the duo in dynamic duo and prove that the younger generation will not let the sound of the 80’s die. With obvious influences from many of the bands they have opened for like Warrant, LA Guns, and Bret Michaels, the Kamenar twins show passion for their music. Playing originals and covers, both boys shined, but what really set them apart was something not many can say they can do, a twin drum solo. The Kamenar twins destroyed the drum kit together and defiantly gained some new fans that night.

Skyway 61 took to the stage next decorating it in a way that could only be best described as Steven Tyler’s closet. While setting up, the whole band was engaging with the audience making sure that when the first note hit the crowd would already be screaming. Lead singer Alden Duren had more energy than most bands on the rise. With nonstop movement, he excited every inch of the venue. Vocally Duren has his own unique style but with hints of Axl Rose and Robert Plant especially with the higher notes. The whole band fed off the cheers of the crowd but Duren ate it up the most. Towards the end of the show Duren had let both the music and the cheers from the crowd power him and ended up not only taking off his shirt but also his shoes and throwing them side stage. It takes more than just looking the part to be a rockstar and together Skyway 61 has created their own upbeat sound that everyone could feel.

As Skyway 61 left the stage, the crew began to set up for the Maidens. The little details that the girls add to their performance, like Nicko’s friend Sooty proudly displayed on Linda Mcdonald’s drum set and Eddie’s head mounted on a street sign depicting Transylvania and Acacia Ave, really heightened the experience. The show started as many Iron Maiden shows have with Churchill’s Speech and leader Kirsten Rosenberg taking the stage to the high powered intro of Aces High. Rosenberg lives up to her stage name, Bruce Chickinson, in both appearance and her exceptional vocals. Not only did she take on the vocals styling of Dickinson but also of Paul Di’Anno. Rosenberg could easily add Paula Di’Anno to her list of nicknames. From Dickinson’s high end screams to DiAnnos’ punk low end Rosenberg hit it all, while still adding her own twist.

Maiden is known for having one of the most iconic guitar duos in metal and the Maidens kept that legacy alive. Nikki Stringfield takes on the role of Dave Murrary while newest addition Shani Kimelman fills the role of Adrian Smith. Both guitarists played with such ease like they were a born to do this. While talking with a fan, Kimelman stated that her guitar is an extension of her hand. She also mentioned that she keeps her setup as close to Smith’s to get the authentic sound. It is safe say that she succeeded. Stringfield dominates every one of Murray’s solos. Her hand moves up and down the neck of her very own signature guitar with such grace; almost like a flutter but never missing a note.

Bass player Wanda Ortiz had big burgundy and blue wrist bands to fill but from the first strum it was apparent she was the right woman to represent founding member Steve Harris. Standing firm up front proudly displaying the West Ham logo on her bass, Ortiz perfected the 3 finger gallop that Maiden fans have come to love. While each song shows off the bass in its own way, Ortiz truly shined during Wrathchild and Phantom of the Opera. Drummer Linda Mcdonald is basically the female Nicko McBrain. She is nothing but smiles as she attacks the drum set. Mcbrain has a much larger kit but Mcdonald was able to get the point across with her own setup. Ortiz and Mcdonald make up the perfect rhythm section.

A few surprise guests also took the stage with the Maidens. Kinelman defeated A Stranger in a Strange Land (Cyborg Eddie) and his ray gun with her epic shredding. Rosenberg went face to face with the devil himself and Ortiz defended the stage from Eddie the Head. Eddie, while not a musician, still has a vital role in Maiden history. Keeping him in the show is extremely important to have a true Maiden moment, and they go above and beyond with multiple versions of the beloved mascot.

The Iron Maidens are a must see for every Maiden fan and are a great way to hold you over till your next Iron Maiden show. Whether it’s Maidens alum Nita Strauss or new comer Shani Kimelman, every woman to step on that stage under the Maidens name knows and understands the importance of Iron Maiden to everyone in their crowd. – Tanis Enos

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TOOL RETURN TO EUROPE FOR SPRING TOUR – Dates Include Performances At Graspop Metal Meeting, Tons Of Rock And Copenhell

Posted in Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , on November 14, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Nov. 14, 2023, LOS ANGELES – Tool make their highly-anticipated return to Europe this Spring, with a month of dates slated for the 2024 trek, including outings at London’s The O2 Arena, Stockholm’s Tele2 Arena and Paris’ Accor Arena, as well as festival outings at Graspop Metal Meeting, Tons of Rock and CopenHell.

News of the band’s European tour follows a particularly busy time for the Los Angeles-based band, with the foursome featuring Danny Carey, Justin Chancellor, Adam Jones and Maynard James Keenan, currently in the midst of a North American tour that extends into February. Over the last five months, TOOL has headlined Aftershock, Welcome to Rockville, Louder Than Life and the Sonic Temple Arts & Music festivals, as well as a once-in-a-lifetime performance at Power Trip, which Metal Hammer described as “a mind-melting, triumphant showcase of just how singular their art is, a transcendental experience that surpasses genre boundaries.”

Tickets for all headlining dates are on-sale this Friday, Nov. 17 at 10 am local time. In advance of the forthcoming on-sale, TOOL Army has opened additional memberships, with pre-sale tickets available exclusively to members for a 24-hour window beginning today at 10 am local time. TOOL Army members will continue to have access to pre-sale tickets until the public on-sale begins on Friday. A limited number of VIP packages will also be initially available to TOOL Army members, with remaining options available to the general public as the on-sale begins on Nov. 17. Select packages include premium tickets, sound check access with group photo, exclusive merchandise and more. For more information, visit https://www.toolband.com/vipeuuk. All ticketing links are available via Toolband.com. Night Verses opens on all European, non-festival dates.

Photo credit: Travis Shinn

TOOL European tour dates:

25 May Hannover, DE ZAG Arena
27 May Amsterdam, NL Ziggo Dome
30 May Birmingham, UK Resorts World Arena
1 June Manchester, UK AO Arena
3 June London, UK The O2 Arena
5 June Paris, FR Accor Arena
8 June Berlin, DE Parkbühne Wuhlheide
10 June Wien, AT Wiener Stadthalle
11 June Kraków, PL Tauron Arena
13 June Budapest, HU BudapestAréna
18 June Köln, DE Lanxess Arena
20 June Dessel, BE Graspop Metal Meeting
22 June Copenhagen, DK CopenHell
25 June Stockholm, SE Tele2 Arena
27 June Oslo, NO Tons of Rock

TOOL North American tour dates:

15 November Boston, MA TD Garden
16 November Philadelphia, PA Wells Fargo Center
19 November Montreal, QC Bell Center
20 November Toronto, ON Scotiabank Arena
21 November Toronto, ON Scotiabank Arena

10 January Baltimore, MD CFG Bank Arena
12 January New York, NY Madison Square Garden
13 January New York, NY Madison Square Garden
18 January Hollywood, FL Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood
19 January Hollywood, FL Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood
21 January Charlotte, NC Spectrum Center
23 January Nashville, TN Bridgestone Arena
24 January Atlanta, GA State Farm Arena
26 January Birmingham, AL The Legacy Arena at The BJCC
27 January Biloxi, MS Mississippi Coast Coliseum
30 January Corpus Christi, TX American Bank Center
31 January Austin, TX Moody Center
2 February Dallas, TX American Airlines Center
3 February Oklahoma City, OK Paycom Center
5 February Denver, CO Ball Arena
7 February El Paso, TX UTEP Don Haskins Center
9 February Phoenix, AZ Footprint Center
10 February Phoenix, AZ Footprint Center
12 February Fresno, CA Save Mart Center
14 February Los Angeles, CA Crypto.com Arena
15 February Los Angeles, CA Crypto.com Arena
17 February Ontario, CA Toyota Arena
18 February Las Vegas, NV T-Mobile Arena

Source; Speakeasy PR

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PANTERA – Heavy Metal Icons Announce Second Leg Of North American Celebration Tour With Special Guest Lamb Of God

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , on November 13, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Heavy metal icons PANTERA will return to the stage this February on the second leg of their North American headlining tour. The journey follows the band’s massively successful twenty-city run this past Summer, a tour which stood as one of the most anticipated tours of 2023, as well as their dates supporting Metallica. Featuring classic members, vocalist Philip H. Anselmo and bassist Rex Brown, alongside guitarist Zakk Wylde and drummer Charlie Benante, the latest stretch of live dates continues the celebration of the lives of late founding members, drummer Vinnie Paul and guitarist Dimebag Darrell.

The trek, which will commence on February 3rd in Sunrise, Florida, runs through fourteen cities, coming to a close on February 27th in Quebec City, Quebec. The band will again be joined by special guest, acclaimed metal powerhouse Lamb Of God, with additional support acts to be announced in the weeks to come.

Comments Anselmo, “Looking forward to jamming with everybody! These shows mean a lot and we aim to kick ass! Love y’all!”

Adds Brown, “We’re really excited to announce new dates in 2024. Looking forward to bringing the show to some cities we missed in 2023. Come jam!”

Ticket presales and VIP upgrades begin Tuesday, November 14th at 10:00am local time. General on sale date is Friday, November 17th at 10:00am local time at Pantera.com.

PANTERA was recently confirmed to play the 2024 edition of Download Festival. The performance will mark the band’s first UK appearance in three decades! Additionally, fans can catch PANTERA supporting Metallica on the remaining dates of their North American stadium tour this August. See all confirmed dates below.

PANTERA w/ Special Guest Lamb Of God:
2/03/2024 Amerant Bank Arena – Sunrise, FL
2/05/2024 Amalie Arena – Tampa, FL
2/07/2024 Rupp Arena – Lexington, KY
2/09/2024 Bridgestone Arena – Nashville, TN
2/10/2024 FedEx Forum – Memphis, TN
2/13/2024 T-Mobile Center – Kansas City, MO
2/14/2024 Pinnacle Bank Arena – Lincoln, NE
2/16/2024 Canada Life Centre – Winnipeg, MB
2/18/2024 Resch Center – Green Bay, WI
2/20/2024 Van Andel Arena – Grand Rapids, MI
2/22/2024 Madison Square Garden – New York, NY
2/24/2024 CFG Bank Arena – Baltimore, MD
2/26/2024 Scotiabank Arena – Toronto, ON
2/27/2024 Centre Vidéotron – Québec City, QC
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6/14-16/2024 Download Fest @ Donington Park – Derby, UK #festival
8/02/2024 Gillette Stadium – Foxborough, MA **
8/09/2024 Soldier Field – Chicago, IL **
8/16/2024 US Bank Stadium – Minneapolis, MN **
8/23/2024 Commonwealth Stadium – Edmonton, AB **
8/30/2024 Lumen Field – Seattle, WA **

** PANTERA supporting Metallica

Creators of the “power groove,” PANTERA got their start in Arlington, Texas with its best-known lineup, consisting of founding members and brothers, drummer Vinnie Paul and guitarist Dimebag Darrell, with bassist Rex Brown and vocalist Philip H. Anselmo. The group would become one the most successful and influential bands in heavy metal history. To date, PANTERA has sold 20 million records worldwide and has received four Grammy nominations along with sold out arena tours across the globe.

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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Slipknot Splits With Drummer Jay Weinberg… And WTF?

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on November 12, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

This past week the news broke of Slipknot notifying drummer Jay Weinberg that his service was no longer needed. After 10 years with Slipknot, contributing to 3 studio albums and touring, the loyalty factor went dark on Jay Weinberg for obviously no sufficient reason. “Slipknot is intent on evolving” is basically an excuse taken out of the handbook of cheap excuses to fire someone. Please. Slipknot evolving? Into what? A folk band? Bluegrass ensemble? Whatever.

Below are the press releases as released by Slipknot and Jay Weinberg. Granted, I don’t know every detail behind the scenes here; however, if it quacks like a duck and looks like a duck… then it’s a duck. I wish nothing but the very best of Metal success for Jay Weinberg for he deserves to rise above this nonsense. -Stone

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MEGADETH – Crush The World Tour Latin America 2024 – Dates, Countries and Cities Listed!

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

From: MEGADETH newsletter:

The band will make their triumphant return to Latin America for 10 shows, with the first stop in Lima, Peru on Saturday, April 6. In addition to Peru, upcoming stops include Chile, Uruguay, Argentina, Brazil and México. Presale tickets for Mexico will be available for Cyber Army members beginning Saturday, November 11 at 10AM local time. Presales for the rest of the tour dates are listed below and coming soon.

“April of 2024 Megadeth returns to South America to support our latest record, The Sick, The Dying, And The Dead!, and I always get excited because there is something truly different about South America. I don’t know what it is… but whatever IT is, they come by it naturally,” shared frontman Dave Mustaine. “We are also planning a really big surprise for where “Aguante Megadeth” all started in Buenos Aires, too! So… if you can, DO NOT MISS THAT SHOW!”

Ticket and VIP Package Presales begin Saturday, November 11, 2023 in select markets.

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SACRED REICH – “Surf Nicaragua” And “The American Way” MC Reissues Availablr via Time To Kill Records

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , on November 10, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Today, US thrash metal legends SACRED REICH release MC re-issues of their classic albums “Surf Nicaragua” (1988) and “The American Way” (1990) via Time To Kill Records. Order your copies now at:

Sacred Reich "Surf Nicaragua" reissue MC
Sacred Reich "The American Way" reissue MC

“Surf Nicaragua” – tracklist:

  1. Surf Nicaragua
  2. One Nation
  3. War Pigs (Black Sabbath cover)
  4. Draining You of Life
  5. Ignorance (Live)
  6. Death Squad (Live)

“The American Way” tracklist:

  1. Love…Hate
  2. The American Way
  3. The Way It Is
  4. Crimes Against Humanity
  5. State of Emergency
  6. Who’s to Blame
  7. I Don’t Know
  8. 31 Flavors

SACRED REICH is an American thrash metal band based in Phoenix, Arizona, that was formed in 1985. The band split in 2000, but reunited in 2006. They have been credited, along with Testament, Destruction, Death Angel and Dark Angel, for leading the second wave of thrash metal in the late 1980s.

In 2019, SACRED REICHreleased their first record in twenty-three years: “Awakening”. Showcasing everything a fan would expect and hope for from the Phoenix, Arizona unit, “Awakening” is a timeless collection comprised of blistering thrash, crushing grooves, meticulous solos, and socially conscious lyrics. The return of Dave McClain, who manned the drum throne from 1991 to 1997, and the addition of twenty-two-year old guitarist Joey Radziwill, alongside original members guitarist Wiley Arnett and vocalist/bassist Phil Rind, are integral facets of the record.

“Awakening” was produced by Arthur Rizk (Power Trip, Cavalera Conspiracy), engineered by John Aquilino, and mastered by Maor Appelbaum (Faith No More, Halford, Armored Saint).

Source: ANUBI PRESS

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U.D.O. – Rescheduled Touchdown US/Canada Tour Set For Fall 2024

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , on November 10, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Martin Häusler

German heavy metal veterans U.D.O. who were recently forced to postpone their planned 2023 North American tour, are pleased to reveal the rescheduled dates for Fall 2024. The journey will commence on September 6th in Frenchtown, New Jersey and makes its way through two dozen cities, closing on October 12th in Manchester, New Hampshire. Tickets, as well as VIP upgrades which include a meet and greet with U.D.O., a photo-op, autographs, and more are available at: national-acts.com/UDO.

Tickets purchased for the previous 2023 shows will be honored on their respective rescheduled dates. See all confirmed dates below.

U.D.O. Touchdown US/Canada Tour:
9/06/2024 Artie’s – Frenchtown, NJ
9/07/2024 The Vault – New Bedford, MA
9/08/2024 Reverb – Reading, PA
9/11/2024 Southport Music Hall – Jefferson, LA
9/12/2024 Rise Rooftop – Houston, TX
9/14/2024 Rolling Oaks Event – San Antonio, TX
9/15/2024 Trees – Dallas, TX
9/17/2024 Rockhouse – El Paso, TX
9/18/2024 The 44 – Glendale, AZ
9/20/2024 DNA Lounge – San Francisco, CA
9/21/2024 Stages – Santa Ana, CA
9/22/2024 Whisky A Go Go – West Hollywood, CA
9/23/2024 Brick By Brick – San Diego, CA
9/25/2024 Rickhouse – Denver, CA
9/27/2024 The Vixen – Mchenry, IL
9/28/2024 The Forge – Joliet, IL
10/01/2024 Brass Monkey – Ottawa, ON
10/02/2024 Foufounes Electriques – Montreal, QC
10/03/2024 Lee’s Palace – Toronto, ON
10/04/2024 Token Lounge – Westland, MI
10/05/2024 Q & Z Expo – Ringle, WI
10/06/2024 Shank Hall – Milwaukee, WI
10/09/2024 Blue Note – Harrison, OH
10/12/2024 Angel City Music Hall – Manchester, NH

Preview and purchase Touchdownat THIS LOCATION.

U.D.O. released their latest studio album, Touchdown, in August via Atomic Fire Records. The record, which marks the musical reunion of singer Udo Dirkschneider and bassist Peter Baltes (ex-Accept) who joined the U.D.O. ranks earlier this year, continues to reap critical accolades globally and entered the official German album charts at #4 upon its first week of release marking the highest charting result in their homeland in their long-running career!

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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THE RODS – Sign With Massacre Records And Reveal First Single + Music Video Off Upcoming New Studio Album “Rattle The Cage”!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , on November 9, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

THE RODS are a storied heavy metal band that rocked their way through the ‘80s with a powerful, raw energy that had fans and critics alike calling them “The American Motörhead.” Once the go-to opening act for some of the biggest metal bands in the world, THE RODS toured throughout the ‘80s with the likes of Judas Priest, Ozzy Osbourne, and Iron Maiden, among others. Along with contemporaries like Anvil and Raven, THE RODS are an integral part of what is commonly recognized today as Heavy Metal’s “golden age,” and emerged during the New Wave of British Heavy Metal.

Following their latest, much acclaimed 2019-album Brotherhood of Metal, now, THE RODS have announced their signing with Massacre Records, and are currently gearing up for the release of their forthcoming studio offering, entitled “Rattle The Cage”! The album will be available as CD Digipak, Ltd. Vinyl LP and Digital formats on January 12, 2024, the pre-sale has just started at: https://therods.bfan.link/rattlethecage

Drummer Carl Canedy comments: “THE RODS are thrilled to have signed with Massacre Records! The staff and the label’s commitment to Metal is second to none. We feel our new album, “Rattle The Cage”, is one of our best ever. We’re looking forward to working with everyone at Massacre to help make this album as successful as it deserves to be. The Rods have always been about bringing their music to the fans. We will be doing just that in 2024! “

To share a first appetizer, today, THE RODS are presenting their upcoming album title track! “Rattle The Cage”is now available on all digital streaming services at THIS LOCATION, a music video is now premiering HERE!

“In preparation for this new album, I received a message from Carl stating that he had an idea for a new song,“ vocalist and guitarist, David “Rock” Feinstein, reveals. “He sent me the title, and some lyric ideas, and of course I thought the title and concept he formed was great. He then left it to me and my imagination to add more lyric ideas, and complete the musical work. The song is about the everyday person who feels trapped at what they might be doing in their life. No matter what the job may be, the need for relief was in need. It’s also about freedom, and about standing up for what you feel is right, and not being taken advantage of. Rattle the cage, and be heard. Let your feelings be known, and stand up for your rights. It really applies to everyone’s life.“

Heavy, dark, deep, insightful, and maybe even a bit more inciteful than ever before: “Rattle The Cage”is THE RODS at their incendiary best! Lyrically, they’ve taken a cue from David “Rock” Feinstein’s cousin, Ronnie James Dio, providing the listener with a similar sense of hope and resiliency in the face of an ever-changing world. Musically, the band is tighter than ever! Founding members David “Rock” Feinstein and Carl Canedy are joined by new bassist Freddy Villano (Quiet Riot, Widowmaker), and the results are simply sublime: The songs are rhythmically tighter, yet more musically unbound, the grooves heavier, and the melodies more dynamic.

Mixed and mastered by Chris Collier, “Rattle The Cage” benefits from his masterful, modern touch, with the kind of sound that will simultaneously appeal to core fans as well as new generations of listeners! THE RODS epitomize the term power-trio, and the word “power” has never been more evident in their music than it is now. 2024 will mark THE RODS’ 45th anniversary, in support, they will be playing many special dates and performances to commemorate 45 years together. With such an impressive history firmly notched in their collective belt, THE RODS are still firing on all cylinders, and as eager as ever to crank it up, louder than loud!

Rattle The Cage” track listing:

  1. Now And Forever
  2. Wolves At The Door
  3. Cry Out Loud
  4. Rattle The Cage
  5. Can’t Slow Down
  6. Metal Highways
  7. Hell Or High Water
  8. Play It Loud
  9. Shockwave
  10. Hearts Of Steel

THE RODS:
David “Rock” Feinstein – Guitar, Lead Vocals
Freddy Villano – Bass, Vocals
Carl Canedy – Drums, Vocals

Source: Massacre Records

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Frontiers Music Is Pleased To Announce The Upcoming Release From THE GRANDMASTER, “Black Sun” On January 12, 2024!

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos with tags , , , , , , , on November 8, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Frontiers Music is pleased to announce the upcoming release from The Grandmaster, “Black Sun” on January 12, 2024. The first single and video from the album, “Watching The End” are out today. Following their explosive 2021 debut “Skywards,” this remarkable band, led by German guitarist Jens Ludwig (co-founder of Edguy), is set to deliver a powerful fusion of power and melody with a distinctive Teutonic twist.

Keen to hit the road to promote further releases, Danish vocalist Peer Johansson has been welcomed into the fold for the recording of ‘Black Sun’, the group’s follow-up record. Celebrated for his contributions to bands such as Fate, Ureas and Pentakill, Johansson’s voice is characterised by its warmth and an impressive range that has seen him compared to fellow hard rock titans like Rob Halford, Jorn Lande and Udo Dirkschneider.

Musically exuding infectious grooves and again displaying the exceptional prowess of Ludwig with a series of rhythmic riffs and captivating solos, the stellar vocal performances delivered by one of the genre’s hidden gems is the icing on the cake.

Ludwig was thrilled to get Peer on board for the follow-up, “I’ve actually been a fan of Peer’s for decades and own all the Fate albums he was involved in. The excitement was back for this second record and it was great to see the songs take shape from their original demo form and also see how Peer’s voice has developed over the years.”

For his part, Johansson describes ‘Black Sun’ as “a fantastic collaboration from inception to completion. When I first heard Jens’ riffs, I was completely blown away. His guitar playing is absolutely mind-blowing and has left me with a sore neck from all the headbanging! He plays like a musical deity and I feel honoured to be part of this extraordinary project. I can’t wait to share the stage with him during live shows and give it everything we’ve got.”

Guided by the ubiquitous Alessandro Del Vecchio, who plays bass and keyboards while also making a significant contribution to its superb production, ‘Black Sun’ is a dynamic and captivating album that sees in 2024 with a massive metallic bang.

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BLACK SUN – TRACKLISTING:
1 Black Sun
2 Watching the End
3 While the Sun Goes Down
4 Learn to Forgive
5 Heaven’s Calling
6 Something More
7 Fly, Icarus Fly
8 I’m Alive
9 What We Can Bear
10 Soul Sacrifice
11 Into the Dark

THE GRANDMASTER:
Peer Johansson – vocals
Jens Ludwig – guitars
Alessandro Del Vecchio – bass, keyboards
Brett Jones – keyboards
Mirko De Maio – drums

Source: Frontiers Records

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