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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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EAVE Announce New Album – “Fervor”

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

Atmospheric post-black metal band EAVE is preparing to release its third full-length album, Fervor. These seven songs show a more aggressive march across the bleak, depressive soundscape the band created on 2020’s Phantoms Made Permanent.

Bindrune Records will release Fervoron July 28.

Tracklist:
1) Past Pulses
2) Chance is a Spectre
3) Mirroring
4) Stale Ash
5) Bending the Light
6) Shards
7) Into Perdition

A lot has happened since the release of EAVE’s Phantoms Made Permanent via Bindrune Recordings. The world has seemingly flipped upside down and in the case of this forward-thinking quartet, change isn’t always a bad thing.

After a band migration back to their home state of Connecticut and a period of tireless effort, EAVE emerges with a formidable selection of songs that see the band demonstrating a fiery new approach to their unique brand of atmospheric metal. Bristling with energy and venom amidst passages of ethereal and shadowed melodies, the duly titled Fervor exhibits an air of urgency, disillusionment, and resiliency. Heavily incorporating elements from a myriad of musical genres and applying a broad tone of experimentalism to their soaring style of New England black metal, Fervormarks a new period of focus for the band, as they press upon new territory that feels wholly their own.

Recorded by the band in Connecticut and re-amped, mixed, and mastered by Colin Marston in Queens, New York, Fervor sheds stunning light on the beauty and darkness that forever exists in mankind and its relationship to the natural world.

EAVE:
Brian Tenison – Bass, Vocals
Caleb Porter – Drums
Ian Stoller – Guitars
Gabriel Shara – Guitars, Vocals

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Source: ClawHammer PR

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Moncton’s DINER DRUGS Release Video For Punchy, Groovy “This War” Off Upcoming EP “42”

Posted in metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , on May 7, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Back – Jesse Briggs (Drums), Middle (L to R) – Jackson Landry (Guitar), Jordan Fournier (Guitar), Front – Chris Lee (Bass)
Photo Credit: Bryan Otter

Tour Dates w/ Cancer Bats, Thousand Knives

Diner Drugs is a four-piece stoner metal punk crew, born out of a desire to defeat the boredom of east coast living. Diner Drugs is fast, loud and are always keen to turn up the heat with catchy choruses and deep vocal harmonies while sticking to their deep stoner metal roots. They are ready to hit the road this spring and have a flashy new single “This War” coming out to get fans excited. The single is the first look at a new EP that will be coming out this year. The band explains in detail:

“This is the first single off of our latest EP titled “42”. We are proud of this loud and driving track, complete with catchy choruses and an epic, heavy ending. This song features powerful vocals, with lyrics warning about the dangers of assuming things will work out for the best, without cautiously preparing for the worst. So much hard work from so many people went into this, it’s loud and fast and we hope everyone digs it.”

Watch and listen to “This War” at https://youtu.be/XwLLFLMmrzU

The tour this spring will take Diner Drugs all over the east coast of Canada. With relaxed attitudes and groovy riffs, they enjoy bringing fun metal to people and enticing them to headbang. Loud and energetic is their goal, and their lyrics come from both personal experience and witnessing the experiences of others. They live in a have-not town, so they are more than familiar with hard times. They draw from these troubles for inspiration and hope to maybe help anyone stuck in these situations feel a little less alone in their battles.

It’s loud, fast, meaningful metal, and according to the band the song means a lot more to them this time around and they feel it reflects in the upcoming record. They are recommended for fans of Cancer Bats, Dead Quiet, and Mokomakai.

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3p4Ub9H

The EP “42” is due out via BatSkull Records later this year.

Tour Dates:
May 12 – St. John’s, NL – The Deck
May 13 – St. John’s, NL – The Abbey (All Ages)
May 13 – St. John’s, NL – The Deck
May 24 – Charlottetown, PEI – Trailside w/ Cancer Bats, Thousand Knives
May 25 – Moncton, NB – Xeroz w/ Cancer Bats, Thousand Knives
May 26 – Halifax, NS – The Seahorse w/ Cancer Bats, Thousand Knives
May 27 – Sydney, NS – Curling Club w/ Cancer Bats, Thousand Knives

Instagram.com/DinerDrugs

Source: Asher Media Relations

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THE GLORIOUS DEAD – Return With “Cemetery Paths”

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on May 6, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

OSDM beast THE GLORIOUS DEAD is set to release its second full-length, Cemetery Paths. The follow-up to 2020’s Into Lifeless Shrines sees THE GLORIOUS DEAD continue to dole out lethal amounts of unapologetically brutal, yet compositionally-minded death metal.

Bindrune Recordings will release Cemetery Paths on July 28.

Track-list:
1) Semita Cineris
2) Horizons of Ash
3) Gag on Viscera
4) Purulent Forms
5) Daylight Graves
6) Cadaver Within
7) Malefic Sepsis
8) Dragging the Dead
9) Living Rot
10) Corpse of the King
11) Cemetery Path
12) Semita Pulveris

THE GLORIOUS DEAD is a Northern Michigan band that consists of members of other such notable acts as Pan, Feast Eternal, and Reasonable Deception. The members have gathered to revel in the cathartic release of creating death metal in the old spirit and after the positive acclaim surrounding their Into Lifeless Shrines debut full-length on Bindrune Recordings, the band spent the entirety of the pandemic creating another album worth of material with the intention of moving forward creatively, without losing sight of their core sound.

With their second full-length, Cemetery Paths, time, evolution and dedication to their old death metal influences have found the band building upon the foundation set by their debut, with more speed, doom, and melodic elements that feel like a progression while never losing sight of memorable riffs and songwriting. A lot of thought and care have gone into these songs and the band is thrilled to share their brand of filthy Northern Death Metal with those who heed the mortal yearning for the grave.

Cemetery Paths was recorded in 2022 at AV Studios in Traverse City, Michigan by Andy Vanguilder, mixed by Spenser Morris, and Mastered by Andrew DeCagna (Ironflame/Nechochwen) at Sacred Sound Studios.

THE GLORIOUS DEAD:
TJ Humlinski – Vocals/Lead Guitar
Chris Boris – Bass/Vocals
Chris Fulton – Drums
Marty Rytkonen – Guitar

Source: ClawHammer PR

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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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NECROT To Kick Off Long-Awaited US Headlining Shows!

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

Photo by Chris Johnston

Bay Area death metal trio NECROT will make their long-awaited return to the stage beginning this weekend with headlining shows in Brooklyn and Philadelphia respectively. From there, the band will take a short breather before kicking off their Western US tour which begins May 12th in Los Angeles, California and runs through May 20th in Oakland, California. Support for the tour will be provided by Mortiferum and labelmates Deathgrave. One week later, NECROT will make a live appearance at this year’s Northwest Terror Fest. Tickets are on sale now! See all confirmed dates below.

NECROT:
5/06/2023 Saint Vitus Bar – Brooklyn, NY w/ L.O.T.I.O.N., Skullshitter
5/07/2023 Kung Fu Necktie – Philadelphia, PA w/ Skullshitter, Radian, Oktas, Drifter

NECROT w/ Deathgrave, Mortiferum:
5/12/2023 Brick by Brick – San Diego, CA
5/13/2023 1720 – Los Angeles, CA
5/14/2023 Nile Underground – Mesa, AZ
5/15/2023 Sister – Albuquerque, NM
5/16/2023 Hi Dive – Denver, CO
5/17/2023 Ace’s High Saloon – Salt Lake City, UT
5/19/2023 Cafe Colonial – Sacramento, CA
5/20/2023 Eli’s Mile High Club – Oakland, CA
5/26/2023 Northwest Terror Fest @ Neumos – Seattle, WA * NECROT only

NECROT released their Mortal full-length in 2020 via Tankcrimes. The crushing studio offering earned the #2 spot on Billboard’s Top New Artist chart, #30 on the Top Current Albums chart, #4 on the Current Hard Music, and #10 on the Heatseeker Albums chart upon its first week of release.

Mortal was recorded by Grammy-award-winning engineer Greg Wilkinson (High On Fire, Autopsy) and mastered by Alan Douches (Cannibal Corpse, Cattle Decapitation, Mastodon) at West West Side. The record features cover art by Marald Van Haasteren (Baroness, Mortuous) and is available on CD, LP, cassette, and digital formats.

For physical orders, visit the Tankcrimes Merch table at THIS LOCATION. Visit the NECROT Bandcamp page HERE for digital orders and more.

NECROT:
Luca Indrio – bass, vocals
Chad Gailey – drums
Sonny Reinhardt – guitars

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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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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Swedish Melodic Metal Act, dEMOTIONAL, Premieres New “Boiling Point” Lyric Video!

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

While Swedish modern melodic metal outfit, dEMOTIONAL, is currently gearing up to reissue their latest, much acclaimed masterpiece album Scandinavian Aftermath, due out on May 26, 2023 via AFM Records. Today, the band has shared a brand new lyric video for the song “Boiling Point”: HERE

With four albums under their belt and following their recent, worldwide signing with AFM Records, the Hamburg-based powerhouse label is proud to present the band’s self-released 2021-offering, Scandinavian Aftermath, to a global audience. With over 15 million streams on Spotify alone and a constant listener base of 100k, various live shows, tours and radio airplays, dEMOTIONAL have aready proved to be one of the most exciting, up-and-coming bands of their genre and now they are ready more than ever to conquer the world!

The quintet from Gothenburg, that already became an anchor in the Swedish metal scene, has caused a stir with the release of their much-acclaimed debut album, STATE: IN DENIAL, in 2013. And they have not been slowing down since. Their second album TARASSIS got them a spot as main support on DEAD BY APRIL’s European tour and also their own headline shows around the world.

Scandinavian Aftermath will be reissued as a Deluxe Edition on May 26, 2023, visit the AFM Records shop at THIS LOCATION!

Scandinavian Aftermath – track listing:

  1. Scandinavian Aftermath
  2. Bärsärk
  3. My Own Enemy
  4. My Heart (Feat. Matt Guillory & Jenny Fagerstrand)
  5. S.O.A.K
  6. Cornered
  7. All That I Knew
  8. Young Wolves
  9. Boiling Point
  10. Typhoon
  11. Northern Star
  12. Fear Of Success
  13. Don’t Wake Me Up
  14. Close Yet Far
  15. Lost in This City
  16. Everbound

SINGLES/ VIDEOS:
dEMOTIONAL – Boiling Point (2023) watch HERE
dEMOTIONAL – Lost In This City watch HERE
dEMOTIONAL – Bärsärk watch HERE
dEMOTIONAL – Scandinavian Aftermath watch HERE

Source: AFM Records

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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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TOMBSTALKER – Returns With ‘Age Of Darkness’ EP On May 29 via Boris Records

Posted in Death Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , , , on May 1, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Lexington (KY) – The war machine known as Tombstalker stirs once again and lumbers forth to ravage the planet with new darkened hymns of chaos and bloodshed! New EP Age Of Darkness will be released on 12-inch vinyl, and cassette formats May 29 via Boris Records. The CD version will be released by Morbid Aggressor Productions. Age of Darkness was recorded at Sneak Attack Studios.

Opening track “Astral Combat” is available now at the following locations:

youtu.be/zxlVEN8iQXo

borisrecords.bandcamp.com/track/astral-combat

Pre-order: borisrecords.bandcamp.com/album/age-of-darkness

Age Of Darkness showcases Tombstalker‘s maturity and evolved songwriting. Hark! On the eve of the band’s 15 year anniversary a new age of darkness dawns…

Now featuring a brand new lineup, including additional lead guitar, as well as a new drummer, Tombstalker is more vicious than ever and poised to show the world the meaning of hammer-crushing death once again.

Tombstalker will launch the ’15 Years of Carnage and Chaos Tour’ in June (scroll to the bottom for tour poster). Dates are as follows:

June 5 – Lexington, KY
June 7 – Indianapolis, IN
June 8 – Cincinnati, OH
June 9 – Louisville, KY
June 10 – Atlanta, GA

Track Listing:

  1. Astral Combat
  2. Titan Warlord
  3. Age of Darkness
  4. Final Night
Photo credit: James Nelson

Line-up:
Conqueror Horus: Vocals/Guitar
Defiler: Bass
Gruftspüre: Guitar
Contagion: Drums

BIO: Tombstalker’s story began in 2008 in Lexington, KY when several of the founding members were still teenagers. Throughout their early days as a band they released several demos, EPs, and eventually a debut full-length in 2015. During this time they scoured the American underground circuit setting out on multiple nationwide tours as well as festival appearances cementing themselves as true warriors.

Stylistically, they forged a distinctive sound heavily steeped in Scandinavian style black death as well as d-beat crust punk; not a common combination found on American soil thus setting them apart from their peers in many respects.

Around 2017, Tombstalker entered an extended hiatus with zero activity due to lineup complications. Much doubt would be cast in the coming years as to whether they would return. That doubt has been exstinguished with Age of Darkness.

tombstalker.bandcamp.com

boris-records.com

Source: ClawHammer PR

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TUMBLE – Announce New EP ‘Lady Cadaver’ And Release Show

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on April 30, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Canadian psychedelic heavy rock trio TUMBLE, will be celebrating the release of their debut EP Lady Cadaver on Sunday May 14th at Handlebar Toronto, ON, Canada. Bringing groovy riffs, high-energy rhythms and drum solos, TUMBLE‘s new offering delivers a vintage rock ‘n’ roll vibe.

“Thrilled to unleash these two heavy hitters into the wild for all you hard rock lovers. I hope you play these songs LOUD, and enjoy listening to them as much as we enjoyed recording them. We’ve only just begun… turn on, tune in, and TUMBLE.” – (Liam Deak, Guitarist/Vocalist)

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tumble-lady-cadaver-release-show-tickets-611305038827

TUMBLE:
Liam Deak – Guitar/Vocals
Tarun Dawar – Bass
Will Adams – Drums

“Lady Cadaver’”, explain TUMBLE, “is about the big bad trip… sometimes surreal but not always imaginary, while ‘The Plague’ is a psychedelic heavy rock instrumental for your hip shakin’, head banging pleasure.”

The opener is a catchy track with wide spread appeal, combining rhythmic instrumentation with guitar licks and giving their percussionist the spotlight. An immersive experience is found in the instrumental track “The Plague”. Leaning into the heavier side of the band’s sound, this song dives into the otherworldly with alluring guitar leads and eerie sounds before building into a high-speed multi-textural frenzy.

Track Listing:

  1. Lady Cadaver
  2. The Plague

About TUMBLE:
TUMBLE is a power trio inspired by the heavy bands of the late 60’s and early 70’s. Their retro hard rock/psychedelic sound is influenced by bands such as BUDGIE, BLUE CHEER, CACTUS, MC5, PENTAGRAM and THE GROUNDHOGS. TUMBLE formed in Toronto, ON, in early 2022. They started out cutting their teeth in the city’s open mic circuit, and quickly began gathering the attention of the local music scene. By the end of 2022, TUMBLE was opening for bands such as CROWN LANDS, ECSTATIC VISION, and WITCHROT.

In January 2023, they caught the attention of legendary Canadian-rock musician/producer, Ian Blurton who agreed to spend a day recording with the band in his studio, ProGold. He managed to capture the band’s live energy, raw power, and ferocious attack in the studio, which resulted in Tumble’s debut EP Lady Cadaver, set to be self-released on May 5th, 2023.

Credits:
Produced by Ian Blurton and TUMBLE.
Recorded/Mixed by Ian Blurton at ProGold.
Mastered by Brad Boatright at Audiosiege.
Artwork by Leesa Westwood.

Bandcamp https://tumbletheband.bandcamp.com/

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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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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