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SEBASTIAN BACH Announces Spring 2026 North American Tour, STITCHED UP HEART to Support

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, music news, news, noise rock with tags , , , , , on December 10, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo credit Jim Louvau

On the heels of a wildly successful Australian tour with sold-out shows in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and Adelaide, SEBASTIAN BACH announces his 2026 North American headlining tour, The Party Never Ends, kicking off February 26 in Highland, California at Yaamava’ Casino. 

The tour will bring Bach’s unmistakable voice as he delivers the iconic hits from his days in SKID ROW, alongside fan favorites from his expansive solo catalog, including material from his latest album, Child Within the Man, hailed by Metal Hammer as “an unapologetic celebration of what Sebastian Bach does best,” with Associated Press saying “…it shows a fierce performer in prime fighting form…his vocals remain sharp and his songwriting talents as cunning as ever.”

In addition, “(Hold On) To the Dream” track was included in Consequence’s 30 Best Metal & Hard Rock Songs of 2024 which described the song as “…a career masterpiece from the former Skid Row singer. Baz hits some of the highest notes of his career on the sweeping ballad, an inspiring anthem about perseverance.“

Joining the tour as direct support are modern rock standouts STITCHED UP HEART, handpicked by Sebastian Bach for his 2020 tour celebrating the debut SKID ROW album. That tour was ultimately cancelled due to COVID, making this long-awaited pairing finally come full circle.

Artist Presale tickets go on sale today, December 10. Fans get early access with the code BACH26 starting at 11 AM EST.
Local Presales begin December 11 at 10 AM local time, followed by the General Onsale on December 12 at 10 AM local time.

VIP Meet & Greet Packages will be available. For full details and ticket links, visit www.sebastianbach.com.

Additionally, Sebastian Bach has also dropped a new “Car Wash Hot Wax” edit of the single “What Do I Got to Lose?”, delivering a hotter, extended bikini car wash performance by none other than his wife, Suzanne. “What Do I Got to Lose?” made an immediate splash at radio, debuting as the #1 Most Added track upon release, bridging Sebastian Bach’s iconic legacy with his modern solo relevance.

Watch HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OcmrfbjbJBw&feature=youtu.be

SEBASTIAN BACH NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINING DATES:

Feb 26 – Highland, CA – Yaamava Casino*
Feb 27 – Fresno, CA – Tower Theatre
Feb 28 – Oroville, CA – Feather Falls Casino*
Mar 02 – Portland, OR – Aladdin Theatre
Mar 04 – Victoria, BC – Capital Ballroom
Mar 06 – Boise, ID – Treefort Music Hall
Mar 07 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot
Mar 09 – Billings, MT – The Pub Station Ballroom
Mar 10 – Minot, ND – The Original
Mar 13 – Des Plaines, IL – Des Plaines Theatre
Mar 14 – Florence, IN – Belterra Resort Casino*
Mar 15 – Wyandotte, MI – District 142
Mar 18 – Marion, IL – Marion Culture Civic Center
Mar 20 – Millvale, PA – Mr. Smalls
Mar 21 – Jim Thorpe, PA – Penn’s Peak*
Mar 22 – Hampton Beach, NH – Wally’s
Mar 24 – Albany, NY – Empire Live
Mar 25 – Harrisburg, PA – Capitol City Music Hall
Mar 27 – Leesburg, VA – Tally Ho Theater
Mar 28 – Greenville, SC – Radio Room
Mar 29 – Charleston, SC – Music Farm
Mar 31 – Jacksonville, FL – Five
Apr 02 – Sebastian, FL – Capt Hirams Hall
Apr 03 – St. Petersburg, FL – Ferg’s Entertainment Center*
Apr 04 – Destin, FL – Club LA
Apr 06 – Nashville, TN – Cannery Hall
Apr 10 – West Wendover, NV – Peppermill Casino*

*no STITCHED UP HEART

ADDITIONAL ONE-OFF DATES 2025:

Dec 12 – West Siloam Springs, OK – Cherokee Hotel & Casino*
Dec 13 – Roland, OK – Cherokee Casino and Hotel
Dec 27 – Airway Heights, WA – Pend Oreille Pavilion at Northern Quest Resort & Casino

2026:

Jan 7 – Snoqualmie, WA – Snoqualmie Casino
Jan 17 – Lincoln City, OR – Chinook Winds Casino Resort
Jan 24 – Atlantic City, NJ – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena w/ Tesla
Feb 21 – Newton, NC – Newton Performing Arts Center
Feb 26 – Highland, CA – Yaamava’ Theater*
Mar 14 – Florence, IN – Belterra Casino Resort
Mar 21 – Jim Thorpe, PA – Penn’s Peak
May 31- Lake Charles, LA – L’Auberge Casino
Aug 21 – Gatlinburg, TN – The Mountain Festival 2026
Oct 3 – Saint Charles, MO – The Family Arena w/ Great White and Quiet Riot

Photo credit Jim Louvau

About Sebastian Bach:

With an inimitable presence as loud as his instantly identifiable voice, SEBASTIAN BACH has left a San Andreas Fault-size imprint on music, theater, film, television, and culture. Moreover, his influence only continues to magnify. He has penned and voiced some of the most iconic anthems in rock history, crafting a catalog highlighted by generational hits such as “18 and Life,” “I Remember You,” “Youth Gone Wild,” “Slave To The Grind,” “Wasted Time,” and “Monkey Business,” to name a few.

He has made history as “the first heavy metal singer on Broadway” with a now legendary turn in Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical in addition to leading roles in The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Jesus Christ Superstar. He has appeared in dozens of television series and films, ranging from “Trailer Park Boys” and “Robot Chicken” to “SpongeBob SquarePants,” “The Masked Singer,” and “Hell’s Kitchen.” Speaking to his versatility, he’s the rare force of nature who can duet with Axl Rose and reprise a seven-season recurring role on “Gilmore Girls.”

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Source: C Squared Music

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Courtney Hadwin Pays Tribute to the Late Ozzy Osbourne in Live Cover of “Changes”

Posted in female rock vocalists, Hard Rock, Music, music news, news with tags , , on November 20, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Young Rock Powerhouse Brings New Life to Classic Anthem Amidst Upcoming UK Tour

London, UK – With her unmistakable voice and raw emotional intensity, Courtney Hadwin delivers a stirring tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne with her live cover of “Changes.” Recorded at Decoy Studios, she strips away excess production in favor of honesty and grit. Hadwin breathes new life into the Black Sabbath classic, turning it into an introspective reflection on transformation and growth.

“Changes” Live at Decoy Studios is available now on all major streaming platforms.

Courtney Hadwin’s rendition of “Changes” is both reverent and fierce. Known for her standout vocals and magnetic stage presence, she channels the vulnerability and sincerity that made the original so iconic, while imprinting it with her own soul-driven style. The recording captures the tension between fragility and strength, revealing an artist who continues to evolve beyond her explosive beginnings. “‘Changes’ has always been up there as one of my favourite all-time songs,” says Hadwin. “All I see when I go through my social media comments is ‘cover a Black Sabbath song,’ so I gave it a go on tour a couple months back and I’ve had messages since saying ‘record it,’ so I thought yanno what, why not!”

The track was brought to life by a stellar lineup of musicians, including Orlando Avalon on electric guitar, Gabrielle Ornate on keyboards and backing vocals, Matt Townsend on drums, and Raj Bumia on bass. It was engineered by Robert Sellens, mixed by Orlando Avalon, and mastered by John Webber. Together, they crafted a version that feels both classic and contemporary, a fitting homage to Osbourne’s legacy and a showcase of Hadwin’s artistry.

At just 13 years old, Courtney Hadwin stunned the world with her Janis Joplin–esque audition on America’s Got Talent, a viral moment that introduced millions to her powerhouse voice and bold stage presence. Rather than conforming to the pop expectations that followed, Hadwin forged her own path, channeling her grit, soul, and lived experience into music that speaks directly to her generation.

Now 21, with over 3.7 million followers across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, she has grown into a dynamic artist whose sound fuses rock, soul, funk, punk, and R&B. Her debut album Little Miss Jagged, co-written with producer Kevin Bowe (Etta James, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Steve Van Zandt), captures the highs and lows of coming of age through raw storytelling and unfiltered emotion. Praised by outlets like FAULT Magazine, PopDust, and Soundsphere for her distinctive voice and genre-defying style, Hadwin continues to prove she’s far more than a viral sensation; she’s a singular force in modern rock, ready to define her next era on her own terms.

Courtney Hadwin’s cover of “Changes” marks another chapter in her evolution with a balance between her blues-rock roots and a maturing, passionate voice that resonates with authenticity. Since first capturing global attention on America’s Got Talent, she’s grown into one of the most promising young figures in the current rock scene, fearless in exploring new depths while maintaining her trademark fire. In early 2026, she will be embarking on a ten-show tour across the UK, showcasing her new album live.

Courtney Hadwin’s “Changes” Live at Decoy Studios is streaming now on all platforms.

Follow her journey on Instagram @CourtneyHadwin.

Tour Dates:
Feb 7 – The Cathouse, Glasgow
Feb 9 – The Grove, Newcastle upon Tyne
Feb 10 – Sidney & Matilda, Sheffield
Feb 12 – The Camden Assembly, London
Feb 13 – The Lounge Bar, Alton
Feb 14 – The Anvil, Bournemouth
Feb 15 – The Cobblestones, Bridgwater
Feb 17 – The Lodge – The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Feb 18 – The Louisiana, Bristol
Feb 19 – The Hare & Hounds, Birmingham

Tickets are on sale now via CourtneyHadwinMusic.com and all major ticket outlets.

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GLENN HUGHES The Chosen Years – Info, Dates, Cities, & Venues Listed

Posted in classic rock, classic rock bands, Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on November 16, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

USA 🇺🇸 Looking forward to seeing you, on my next tour, in Spring 2026. A new show with good vibrations, to carry the message that “Music is the Healer”. I’ll see you down the front!

For Tickets and VIP Upgrade availability visit: https://www.national-acts.com/Glennhughes

Shows listed below:

MARCH 2026

27 Coach House
San Juan Capistrano, CA

28 Canyon Club
Agoura Hills, CA

30 Federal Theater
Denver, CO

APRIL 2026

01 Knuckleheads
Kansas City, Missouri, USA

03 The King Of Clubs
Columbus, OH

04 Palace Theater
Lorain, OH

06 The Forge
Joliet, IL

08 Wildey Theater
Edwardsville, IL

10 Wildey Theater
Edwardsville, IL

11 Arcada Theatre
St Charles, IL

13 Sellersville Theater
Sellersville, PA

15 Tupelo Music Hall
Derry, NH

17 Penns Peak
Jim Thorpe, PA

18 Strand Theater
Hudson Falls, NY

21 Garden Club
Atlanta, GA

23 Ferg’s
St Petersburg, FL

24 Mt. Dora Music Hall
Mount Dora, FL

26 Culture Room
Ft. Lauderdale, FL

29 Warehouse Live Midtown (Rise Rooftop)
Houston, TX

30 Studio Theater at Tobin Center
San Antonio, Texas, USA

MAY 2026

02 Ferris Wheelers
Dallas, TX

04 The Rialto Theater
Tucson, AZ

06 Fremont Country Club
Las Vegas, NV

07 Guild Theatre
Menlo Park, CA

09 Oxnard Performing Arts Center
Oxnard, CA

10 The Marquee
Tempe, AZ

LONG LIVE GLENN HUGHES.

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BEAST EAGLE Unleash Fiery New Single “Witch Hunt”

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on November 10, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

BEAST EAGLE returns with “Witch Hunt,” a ferocious new single that captures the band’s raw intensity and unrelenting vision. The song strikes with primal force, a collision of thunderous drums, snarling guitars, and vocals steeped in fury and defiance.

“Witch Hunt” tells the story of a village consumed by vengeance, where fear twists into chaos and fire becomes a weapon. It is a tale of justice gone wrong and wrath turned loose, a song that feels both ancient and immediate. Every note burns with purpose, pulling listeners into a storm of sound and emotion that refuses to fade.

Listen HERE: https://youtu.be/E6Wm-jtqBTQ?si=X-bdpKxgGLJAkbkL

The single paves the way for BEAST EAGLE’s forthcoming EP, Sorceress, set for release on November 21 through Golden Robot Records. The record delves into themes of control, identity, and transformation, offering a darker and more introspective side of the band’s evolving sound.

Line Up:
Kate Lewis (Vocals)
Austin L’Ecuyer (Guitarist)
August Sievering (Drums)
Toby Wandel (Bassist)

Sorceress – Track Listing: 

  1. Sharp Tongue – 3:16
  2. The Dead Follow – 3:40
  3. Send Me Down – 3:14
  4. Witch Hunt – 4:50
  5. The Demonstration – 4:28

EP Credits:
Producer: Rick Carson
Recording Studio: Make Believe Studio
Engineer: Ryan Harvey
Mastering: Rick Carson
Mixing: Rick Carson
Album Cover Artist: Austin L’Ecuyer

Links:
Bandcamp: https://beasteagle402.bandcamp.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beast.eagle
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BEASTEAGLENE/

Source: C Squared Music

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GOTTHARD & MARC STORACE Unite For  “Liverpool” New Duet Version – Out Now From Upcoming Mini-Album: More Stereo Crush

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, hard rock music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on November 9, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Switzerland’s rock heavyweights GOTTHARD and Marc Storace (KROKUS) have joined forces for a brand-new version of ‘Liverpool’, one of the highlights and fan-favorite from GOTTHARD’s No. 1 album Stereo Crush.

The newly reimagined duet sung by two of Switzerland’s most remarkable rock voices, Nic Maeder and Marc Storace, is out now on all digital platforms. The song will also be featured on GOTTHARD’s upcoming mini-album More Stereo Crush, set for release on March 13, 2026, via RPM.

The song gains an extra dimension through the interplay of two of Switzerland’s finest rock singers. Chris von Rohr, founder of KROKUS and longtime producer and co-songwriter of GOTTHARD, once again joins guitarist Leo Leoni and the band to give this anthem the extra boost.

Nic Maeder (left), Marc Storace (right), Photo: Luc Braissant

This new recording highlights the enduring friendship and mutual respect that have formed the foundation of Swiss rock history for over four decades.

Stream “Liverpool” [feat. Marc Storace]: https://gotthard.rpm.link/liverpoolPR

Watch the new video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVUea-2J_cY

“It’s always been an honour for me to sing live onstage with Marc, and to get to work on and record a duet together was really fantastic. Reworking this song with Chris and Leo was really interesting. It’s gonna be super fun performing this new version of ‚Liverpool’ together.” – Nic Maeder  

“Like always, Nick and I had a great time singing together live in the studio. Chris and Leo guided us with their experienced ears and soon this version of the Liverpool-Song came alive. now i can’t wait  to perform it at our Rockmonsters-concerts.” – Marc Storace 

“What connects us are 11 years of intense, successful work together that brought many great Songpearls to life. And here comes the next one. The BEATLES from Liverpool helped me tremendously in my early days to find my way. When I start with a new song, I always look for a title that doesn’t exist already, the rest comes almost naturally.” – Chris von Rohr 

The new single paves the way for the upcoming 8-track mini-album More Stereo Crush. Like Stereo Crush, it was produced by Charlie Bauerfeind and Leo Leoni, mastered by Sascha “Busy” Bühren and features artwork by Manuel Schütz and Thomas Ewerhard.

Pre-order and pre-save More Stereo Crush now : https://gotthard.rpm.link/mscPR

More Stereo Crush – Track-list:

  1. Right Now
  2. Ride The Wave
  3. Liverpool [feat. Marc Storace]
  4. Smiling In The Pouring Rain
  5. Snafu
  6. Don’t Miss The Call
  7. Mayday
  8. Burning Bridges [Radio Edit]
Photo: Manuel Schütz

L-R:
Flavio Mezzodi (drums), Marc Lynn (bass), Nic Maeder (vocals),
Leo Leoni (guitars), Freddy Scherer (guitar)

Fans can experience this powerhouse line-up live at the Rock Monsters of Switzerland shows in Bern (December 19, 2025) and Zurich (December 20, 2025) where GOTTHARD and KROKUS will share the stage.

See also More Stereo Crush:
“Ride The Wave” OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO:
https://youtu.be/OwzsiFhxeKw

GOTTHARD live:

05. – 07.06.2026 CZ Pilsen – Metalfest Open Air
03. – 06.07.2026 SE Knislinge – Time To Rock Festival
16.07.2026 DE Schopfheim – Sommersound
17.07.2026 AT Thüringerberg – s’brennt scho widr *NEU*
18.07.2026 AT Innsbruck – Music Hall *NEU*

Infos & Tickets: 

https://www.gotthard.com/konzerte/

More on GOTTHARD:
gotthard.com | Linktree |  Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok| YouTube | Spotify 

Source: C Squared Music

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LITA FORD Live & Deadly CD From 2014 – Hand Numbered Out Of 1,000

Posted in classic rock, classic rock bands, classic rock christmas videos, guitar legends, Hard Rock, hard rock music, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on November 8, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

My Best Metal Buddy Scott Coverdale bought me this fantastic Lita Ford Live & Deadly CD several years ago. He has gifted me some sensational vinyl, CDs and concert merch over the last couple of decades and yes, I have gratitude!

This CD was released via DEADLINE MUSIC (a division of Cleopatra Records) back in 2014 and has 13 of Lita’s songs performed live by her and band. It’s hand numbered 138/1000. As stated on the Cleopatra Records website: Recorded live at “one of Lita’s favorite watering holes” in 2000.”

This CD is still available everywhere online, you can find both the hand numbered version and a more recent version with an alternate Lita Ford photo on the front cover. You can also find Live & Deadly streaming on Spotify or other digital platforms.

Live & Deadly bestows a fabulous production of Lita performing live, with her vocals, guitar and band sounding amazing. This is a necessary listen and/or buy to own for all Lita Ford fans. Lita and her band jam without any fade-outs; plus the crowd cheering included gives this recording that added dose of live vibes! Metal be thy name – Stone.

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AC⚡️DC – Announce 2026 POWER⚡️UP TOUR South America & North America

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, hard rock bands, hard rock music, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on November 3, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

From AC/DC.com:

THE WORLD’S GREATEST ROCK N ROLL BAND TO PLAY 21 DATES KICKING OFF 2026

To honor their long reign as the world’s greatest rock and roll band, AC/DC – Angus Young on lead guitar, vocalist Brian Johnson, rhythm guitarist Stevie Young, drummer Matt Laug and bass player Chris Chaney, is back to play to their legion of dedicated fans, which grows with every passing year.

TICKETS ON SALE 10AM LOCAL TIME NOVEMBER 7

Power Up Tour Dates:

Tue, Feb 24 – São Paulo, BR @ Estádio do MorumBIS

Wed, Mar 11 – Santiago, CL @ Parque Estadio Nacional

Mon, Mar 23 – Buenos Aires, AR @ Estadio River Plate

Tue, Apr 7 – Mexico City, MX @ Estadio GNP Seguros

Sat, Jul 11 – Charlotte, NC @ Bank of America Stadium

Wed, Jul 15 – Columbus, OH @ Ohio Stadium

Sun, Jul 19 – Madison, WI @ Camp Randall Stadium

Fri, Jul 24 – San Antonio, TX @ Alamodome

Tue, Jul 28 – Denver, CO* @ Empower Field at Mile High

Sat, Aug 01 – Las Vegas, NV* @ Allegiant Stadium

Wed, Aug 05 – San Francisco, CA @ Levi’s Stadium

Sun, Aug 09 – Edmonton, AB @ Commonwealth Stadium

Thu, Aug 13 – Vancouver, BC @ BC Place

Thu, Aug 27 – Atlanta, GA @ Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Mon, Aug 31 – Houston, TX @ NRG Stadium

Fri, Sep 04 – Notre Dame, IN @ Notre Dame Stadium

Tue, Sep 08 – St. Louis, MO @ The Dome at America’s Center

Sat, Sep 12 – Montreal, QC @ Parc Jean-Drapeau

Wed, Sep 16 – Toronto, ON @ Rogers Stadium

Fri, Sep 25 – East Rutherford, NJ @ MetLife Stadium

Tue, Sep 29 – Philadelphia, PA* @ Lincoln Financial Field

*Denver, Las Vegas, and Philadelphia on sale at 12pm local time

Read the full press release here: https://www.acdc.com/ac-dc-power-up-tour-continues/

Long Live AC⚡️DC

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THE 69 EYES Featuring STEVE STEVENS “Lost Boys (20th Anniversary Version)” – A Metal Odyssey Halloween Song Pick!

Posted in gothic metal, gothic metal bands, gothic rock, halloween, Hard Rock, horror, horror metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on October 28, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Twenty years ago, The 69 Eyes released what can be considered their biggest song to date: “Lost Boys.” This song was inspired by the 1987 vampire film classic: The Lost Boys. As stated by Cleopatra Records, “Lost Boys has become the band’s undisputed anthem, topping 20 million streams.” 💀

Now, “Lost Boys (20th Anniversary Version)” featuring Steve Stevens has been released via Cleopatra Records and is streaming on all the major music platforms. If you love the original, you’re gonna truly enjoy this redux with Steve Stevens’ guitar magic. I immediately put this new version of “Lost Boys” into my current song rotation and a couple of other playlists as well. It’s such a solid song for Halloween and beyond, from this legendary dark and spooky band! Happy Spooky Season! 🎃 – Stone

“Lost Boys (20th Anniversary Version)” was produced by Jyrki 69 and mixed by Cameron Webb. 👻

The original version of “Lost Boys” is on The 69 Eyes’ 2004 studio album: Devils. 👹

🌚 For more on The 69 Eyes: https://69eyes.com/

🎸 For all info on the prolific music career of Steve Stevens: https://www.stevestevensguitar.com/

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Finnish Stoner/Punk Rock Band Alkemia Released Their Debut EP

Posted in Hard Rock, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on October 25, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Promo picture by Heidi Tuulia | Photography @portraitsbyheidituulia

Finnish stoner/punk rock band Alkemia released their debut Alkemia EP via Inverse Records.

Alkemia’s debut EP recordings began in 2023 with drums, bass, and rhythm guitars tracked at the professional studio of Ammattiopisto Live in Espoo. The remaining guitar overdubs, solos, and vocals were recorded at the band’s rehearsal space in Helsinki.

The goal was to capture a live, groovy sound in the songs. Initial mixing difficulties were resolved by switching mixers, with the final mix completed by Ville Siikamäki. The EP aimed for a sound blending Eyehategod and Bad Brains, keeping the overall vibe raw and rock-driven without overly polished details.

The EP’s creation took time, as all good alcoholic, er, alchemical processes do. There was no rush, and the band worked around other commitments, as they noted in their press release. 

WATCH Höyrypää music video: 

https://youtu.benhqxi6DF5Ms 

LISTEN to Alkemia EP on streaming services: 

https://push.fm/fl/alkemia-ep 

Alkemia – Alkemia EP (EP 2025) Cover by Zehra Fulya Köksoy

Track list:

  1. Unida
  2. 1+1
  3. Höyrypää
  4. Piru Merrassa
  5. Kääntöpuoli

The band has no concrete plans for the future. Only to keep playing and writing new songs. Some gigs are also lined up for the fall, including the EP release show at Playhouse Bar in Helsinki on November 1st 2025.

Promo picture by Heidi Tuulia | Photography @portraitsbyheidituulia

Line-up:
Erno Kangasluoma – Vocals & guitar
Jarno Patronen – Guitar
Jukka Aaltonen – Drums
Iiro Hannula – Bass

Links: 

https://www.facebook.com/bandalkemia 

https://www.instagram.com/bandalkemia 

https://alkemiaband.bandcamp.com

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TUESDAY THE SKY: Project Helmed By Fates Warning Guitarist Jim Matheos To Release Indoor Enthusiast Full-Length This Friday, October 24th, On Metal Blade Records

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on October 22, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Jeremy Saffer 

Watch/stream TUESDAY THE SKY’s “The Nearest Exit May Be Behind You” HERE: https://youtu.be/fIJgt9gdNak

Indoor Enthusiast, the outstanding third record from TUESDAY THE SKY, the instrumental-driven project from guitarist Jim Matheos, arrives this Friday, October 24th via Metal Blade Records!

TUESDAY THE SKY has been described as a “beautifully weird solo project” by Sonic Perspectives, while Dead Rhetoric dubbed it a “kaleidoscope of atmospheric songs.” With eleven songs of pure Matheos-patented playing and passion, this year’s Indoor Enthusiast features Dutch drummer Dennis Leeflang on “The Nearest Exit May Be Behind You,” “Bend Toward Light,” and “Set Fire To The Stars.” 

Matheos, famed for his work with progressive metal giants Fates Warning, alongside projects such as OSI and his collaboration with John Arch, Arch/Matheos, planted the seeds of TUESDAY THE SKY around 2016. The impetus came from a Fates Warning bonus track that Matheos felt didn’t fit for the band. He kept writing in that vein, and the result was TUESDAY THE SKY. The initial offering was 2017’s Drift, a record that drew influence from the likes of Brian Eno, Sigur Ros, Boards Of Canada, and Explosions In The Sky.

The second TUESDAY THE SKY album was 2021’s The Blurred Horizon, a mixture of ambient, electronica, post-rock, and more. The Blurred Horizon is perhaps best described as a beautiful record, having a natural grace to it. The closing track “Everything Is Free” is a cover of a Gillian Welch and David Rawlings song, and the only song with vocals, supplied by Tim Bowness.

Indoor Enthusiast is entirely instrumental, produced and mixed by Matheos, and mastered by Jacob Hansen. 

Watch a visualizer for the track “The Nearest Exit May Be Behind You” HERE.

TUESDAY THE SKY’s Indoor Enthusiast will be available on CD and digital formats at: metalblade.comtuesdaythesky.

Indoor Enthusiast – Track Listing:

1. The Nearest Exit May Be Behind You

2. Ghost Train

3. Zugzwang

4. Does It Need To Be So Loud?

5. Bends Toward Light

6. The Last Lonely Lamppost

7. Get Lost

8. Between Wind And Water

9. Memento Mori

10. Set Fire To The Stars

11. Closure

https://tuesdaythesky.com

https://www.facebook.com/TuesdaytheSky

https://www.metalblade.com

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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DANKO JONES Pay Homage to KISS on New Video Single “Diamond In The Rough” feat. Marty Friedman (Megadeth) | New album, Leo Rising, Out November 21 via PERCEPTION

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on October 10, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

(Photo credit: Jon Usual)

Toronto’s hardest-hitting rock ’n’ roll trio DANKO JONES are back with their explosive new single “Diamond In The Rough”, the latest cut from their upcoming album Leo Rising, releasing on November 21, 2025, via Perception, a Division of Reigning Phoenix Music and Sonic Unyon (Canada)!

The track is a high-voltage homage to classic KISS, supercharged by a blazing guest solo from guitar legend Marty Friedman (MEGADETH, CACOPHONY).

The band comments: “Channeling early Kiss, this is a favorite of mine, especially with the one and only Marty Friedman on lead guitar!”

“Diamond In The Rough” channels the raw, unfiltered energy of 1970s arena rock. Friedman’s fiery fretwork ignites the song, adding his unmistakable touch of guitar heroism that takes the band’s signature power-trio sound into overdrive.

Listen / Download: https://dankojones.rpm.link/diamondPR

Watch the official video for “Diamond In The Rough” premiering here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndigVPHyysI

Following the adrenaline-fueled singles “What You Need,” Everyday Is Saturday Night,” and today’s release of “Diamond In The Rough,” DANKO JONES’ forthcoming studio offering Leo Rising promises to be a masterclass in sweat-soaked, no-nonsense rock, produced to perfection by longtime collaborator Eric Ratz. Packed with razor-sharp riffs, thunderous rhythms, and infectious hooks, the album reaffirms that DANKO JONES are keeping rock alive by doing it better than anyone else.

John Calabrese laid down bass tracks from Finland, Rich Knox flew to Toronto to record drums, and Danko worked with producer Eric Ratz in the same city to capture vocals and guitars. Despite recording separately once again, the band’s chemistry is unmistakable. The result is pure DANKO JONES: tight, loud, and built for the stage.

Leo Rising may be their most electrifying and uplifting record yet, a jolt of high-octane rock made for packed clubs, open highways, and everything in between!

Pre-order Leo Rising and exclusive vinyl editions here:
https://dankojones.rpm.link/leorisingPR

Leo Rising – Track List:
1 – What You Need
2 – Diamond In The Rough
3 – Everyday Is Saturday Night
4 – I Love It Louder
5 – I’m Going Blind
6 – Hot Fox
7 – It’s A Celebration
8 – Pretty Stuff
9 – Gotta Let It go
10 – I Can’t Stop
11 – Too Slick For Love

To celebrate the release, the band will hit the road this winter for the “Danko Jones Is What You Need” European Tour 2025, with TUK SMITH & THE RESTLESS HEARTS supporting on most dates:

19.11.2025 FI Helsinki – Tavastia
21.11.2025 SE Stockholm – Münchenbryggeriet
22.11.2025 NO Oslo – Vulkan Arena
25.11.2025 DE Hamburg – Markthalle
26.11.2025 DE Osnabrück – Rosenhof
27.11.2025 LU Luxembourg – Den Atelier
28.11.2025 NL Amsterdam – Melkweg
29.11.2025 UK London – The Underworld Camden
30.11.2025 UK Porthcawl – Planet Rockstock *
03.12.2025 BE Antwerp – Trix (Main Hall)
04.12.2025 FR Paris – Le Trabendo
06.12.2025 IT Milan – Legend Club
08.12.2025 DE Mannheim – Alte Feuerwache
09.12.2025 AT Salzburg – Rockhouse
10.12.2025 DE Munich – Backstage (Werk)
11.12.2025 DE Cologne – Carlswerk Victoria
12.12.2025 DE Berlin – Astra
13.12.2025 DE Hamburg – Docks
* DANKO JONES only

Tickets: https://www.dankojones.com/tour

DANKO JONES are:
Danko Jones | vocals, guitars
John Calabrese | bass
Rich Knox | drums

More on DANKO JONES:
dankojones.com | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | X | Spotify | Apple Music

Source: C Squared Music

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DEATH CULT Announce Paradise Live – A 16-Track Live Album Documenting The Rebirth Of DEATH CULT

Posted in Music, Hard Rock, hard rock bands, news, music news with tags , , , , , , , on October 9, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo credit: Jackie Middleton

OUT JANUARY 16, 2026 https://deathcult.ffm.to/paradiselive

DEATH CULT/THE CULT TOUR DATES BEGIN TODAY

LISTEN TO “RESURRECTION JOE (LIVE)” NOW: https://deathcult.ffm.to/resurrectionjoe-live

Oct. 9, 2025 – Death Cult laid the groundwork for the band we now know as The Cult, and in 2023, to mark the band’s 40th anniversary, Ian Astbury and Billy Duffy, along with John Tempesta on bass and Charlie Jones on drums, revived Death Cult for a special run of shows.

Out on Jan. 16, Paradise Live is a 16-track live album that documents this rebirth of Death Cult. Recorded at the iconic Albert Hall in Duffy’s hometown of Manchester on Nov. 18, 2023, the release, which features no overdubs, will be available on 2LP, CD, and digitally. Two editions of the vinyl will be available: a black splatter edition available exclusively from the band’s webstore, and a white splatter edition will be available everywhere else: https://deathcult.ffm.to/paradiselive.

At the center of the night’s set was the hypnotic 1982 Cult single “Resurrection Joe.” One of many high points of the evening, it is available to listen to now: https://deathcult.ffm.to/resurrectionjoe-live.

The Cult’s first incarnation was Southern Death Cult, formed in 1981, releasing their sole, self-titled album posthumously in 1983. That same year, Death Cult formed, with Ian Astbury joining forces with Billy Duffy for a musical partnership that has endured for 40+ years. Death Cult became The Cult in 1984 releasing Dreamtime that same year.

Ian and Billy initially weren’t sure how many shows they would do as Death Cult, but the post-punk gothic futurists decided to listen to the requests to keep the fervor going. The next leg of shows begins tonight in Niagara Falls and continues to Oct. 30 in Los Angeles. These truly special evenings will have Death Cult opening for The Cult.

The Cult has enjoyed numerous international and U.S. gold and platinum certifications. Ian Astbury and Billy Duffy have released 11 studio albums over The Cult’s 40-year career. The band found international renown with the 1985 album, Love, which featured the enduring rock anthem “She Sells Sanctuary,” as well as the oft-heard follow-up single “Rain.” 

Paradise Live – track-listing:

1/A1 83rd Dream

2/A2 Christians

3/A3 Gods Zoo

4/A4 Brothers Grimm

5/B1 Ghost Dance

6/B2 Butterflies

7/B3 A Flower in the Desert

8/B4 Resurrection Joe

9/C1 Horse Nation

10/C2 Go West

11/C3 Hollow Man

12/C4 Dreamtime

13/D1 Spiritwalker

14/D2 Rain

15/D3 Moya

16/D4 She Sells Sanctuary

DEATH CULT/THE CULT – TOUR DATES:

Oct 9 – Niagara Falls, ONT – OLG Stage At Fallsview Casino
Oct 11 – Boston, MA – Orpheum Theater
Oct 12 – New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre
Oct 14 – New York, NY – Beacon Theater
Oct 15 – Washington, DC – Warner Theater
Oct 17 – Charlotte, NC – Ovens Auditorium
Oct 18 – Atlanta, GA – Cobb Energy Center
Oct 20 – Fort Worth, TX – Will Rogers Auditorium
Oct 21 – San Antonio, TX – Majestic Theater
Oct 24 – Las Vegas, NV – The Pearl
Oct 25 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Oct 27 – San Francisco, CA – The Warfield
Oct 29 – San Diego, CA – The Sound
Oct 30 – Los Angeles, CA – Shrine Auditorium

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My Thoughts On Music Streaming

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on October 6, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

I listen to music across a wide array of mediums, both physical and streaming. With that said, I’ve found myself listening on Spotify more this year than any other before it. With the ease of use and plethora of Metal choices, Spotify has been keeping me in the know. I’ve discovered more new bands, albums and songs like never before, due to the daily recommendations I receive from Spotify.

I actually feel spoiled with such easy access to my favorite music and yet I also feel gratitude. Technology can be more than a Pandora’s box as all the digital music platforms have proven. We’ve come a long way since those Napster days. Music is to be heard, enjoyed and not hidden from being celebrated. Spotify gives music to the masses, whether a user pays a monthly subscription (free from ads) or not.

My growing up during the late 70’s and into the early 80’s as a teenager in America had limited access to music on television; with MTV eventually changing the game. Beforehand there was American Bandstand, Soul Train and USA Networks’ Night Flight. I was a fan of all three! Had to be. It’s all we had for music on TV along with tidbits of related news.

The physical media was the mainstay back then, along with radio, of course. I never in a billion years could’ve foreseen such a remarkable future of music accessibility, via a hand-held phone, back in the day. That was Science Fiction back then. Star Trek stuff.

When it comes to how much artists are compensated from Spotify for listens, I have no clue. I’ve read about the negative blowback that many artists have toward the pay scale Spotify uses. All I can say, in my opinion, is you either use it as a means to get your music heard or you don’t. Admittedly, I will at times purchase physical music media based on what I discover from Spotify. This platform affords artists to sell merch from there as well.

On a side note, I have zero clue about how YouTube compensates musicians and bands. YouTube is easily the one digital platform I use the least for music. After I watch a newly released music video, I’m done, unless the video is worth my time to revisit. That’s just me.

I do know Bandcamp is honestly a tremendous platform for artists to make money; especially with the monthly Bandcamp Friday. I do love Bandcamp! I have purchased a nice collection of digital music, physical media and other merch over the years from Bandcamp. I so highly recommend checking out this platform if you haven’t already.

Thank you for visiting and reading about my thoughts on music streaming. I greatly appreciate all of you visitors! Please feel free to comment! Metal be thy name. – Stone

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KING ULTRAMEGA Partners With Joe Satriani On New Single “Be Yourself” – A Heartfelt Tribute to Chris Cornell

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on September 14, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Alternative rock collective KING ULTRAMEGA, featuring members of ALICE IN CHAINS, ANTHRAX, MASTODON, and SOUNDGARDEN, have returned with a haunting instrumental rendition of the AUDIOSLAVE classic, “Be Yourself“. This new single release once again aims to celebrate Chris Cornell’s musical genius while raising funds and awareness for MusiCares. MusiCares is the Recording Academy’s nonprofit that provides mental health, addiction recovery, and emergency services to those in the music community. 

“Be Yourself” features legendary guitarist Joe Satriani on lead guitar, echoing vocalist Chris Cornell’s melodic motifs and building on the song’s phrasings. Though following in Cornell’s footsteps on a different instrument sounds like a tall order, Satriani rose to the challenge, proud to show his love for a fallen hero.

Expertly replicating the essence of the song with crystal-clear lead tones, tasteful vibrato, and subtle pedal effects, Satriani lets his guitar sing with all the passion and tenderness that the song’s lyrics originally conveyed. This loving instrumental homage proves that the message and power behind AUDIOSLAVE’s composition transcends words.

Watch the video HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tu2lIPEl6D0

Listen HERE: https://kingum.rpm.link/beyourselfYT

Satriani comments, “[Chris Cornell] was a brilliant vocalist and communicator. He often used his voice like an instrument, shaping the tone of his voice like a guitarist would finesse riffs and phrases. I took a deep dive into his magical sensibilities and came up with a multi-tracked guitar production approach that I felt would pay proper homage to his brilliance.”

The concept for an instrumental rendition of “Be Yourself” originated with the bassist, producer, and mastermind of KING ULTRAMEGA, Mark Menghi. As a producer, he envisioned a version of the song that deftly balanced the art of paying respect to the original, while also reimagining the song with a unique musical voice from Satriani. As a bassist, Menghi strove to keep the bass parts nearly identical to the original song, allowing Satriani the freedom to lend his own voice to the music. 

Renowned drummer Kenny Aronoff, who has been named one of the greatest drummers of all time by Rolling Stone magazine, and has toured and recorded with a who’s who of legendary artists such as THE ROLLING STONES, THE SMASHING PUMPKINS, PAUL MCCARTNEY, JOHN FOGERTY and many more, provides the laid-back, but emotionally-resonant groove of “Be Yourself”, laying the foundation with Menghi for Satriani’s melodies to shine.

Menghi comments, “I remember like it was yesterday, I was on a run through some crazy trail,  just zoning out and the original song came on through my headphones… as I was running, I remember hearing Chris sing ‘to be yourself is all that you can do’ it was like he was talking to me… then thought to myself ‘I can totally hear this as an instrumental a-la Satch style’… My hope is that whomever is listening to this song hears Chris over Joe’s guitar and understands that we are paying homage to Chris with our take on this tune.”

Aronoff comments, “I listened to ‘Be Yourself’ over and over again, absorbing the lyrics and the feel and vibe of this song, then I recorded my drums. Their recording had an emotional impact on me and that had a big effect on my performance.”

Connect with King Ultramega:

kingultramega.com | Apple Music | Spotify | Deezer | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok 

For more information please visit: www.musicares.org.

Source: C Squared Music

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SYRINX Release Time Out Of Place Album

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on September 10, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Vancouver (BC) – Canadian/U.S. progressive rock/metal band, SYRINX, have released sophomore album, Time out of Place, on Ocula Records!

SYRINX‘s sophomore LP Time Out of Place is a modern-day rock opera that pushes the boundaries of heavy metal and classic prog rock. Glistening ethereal soundscapes collide with crushing riffs, heavy moods, and unforgettable hooks. Music with true cerebral depth, recorded entirely on analog gear with no computers or A.I. trickery. 

The album carries forward the signature guitar riffs of Graham McGee (ex-Spell, Opulent Decay, For None and All) alongside the soaring vocals of JP Abboud (ex-Traveler, Termination Shock, Prequel to Madness). The result is a bold, uncompromising vision.

Embrace the dark, Seek the light.

FFO: Rush, Genesis, Queensrÿche, Judas Priest, Fates Warning.

Purchase/Stream:

priestsyrinx.bandcamp.com/album/time-out-of-place

youtu.be/uCKW437m1Mw

linktr.ee/SYRINXOFFICIAL

Track Listing:

1. Mitosis (Second Light)

2. 1875 [Video]

3. The Master’s Host

4. Solace Within Dreams

5. The Knowing

6. A Waking Dream [Video]

7. Shades of Your Purpose

8. Unraveler

9. It Left

Line-up:

Graham McGee – Guitars/Moog Taurus/Little Phatty/Minimoog/Oberheim OB-X/Backing Vocals

JP Abboud – Vocals

Seth Lyon – Drums/Percussion

Bobby Shock – Bass/Moog Taurus/Minimoog/Oberheim Matrix

Lady Chanelle – Supporting Vocals

Credits:

Album art by Steve at Chronic Creative.

Recorded by Felix Fung December 2024,January/February 2025 at Little Red Sounds, Vancouver BC.

Mixed Analog by Nathan Jackson & Syrinx at MDC studios Toronto Ontario, April 27-29th 2025.

Additional recordings done by Graham McGee at Othello Studios and Bobby Shock at Shock Manor (New Jersey).

Mastered by Brock McFarlane at CPS Mastering May 2025.

Illustrations and font by Yodth Gnosis.

Layout and additional graphic design by John Gianelli.

All songs written and performed by SYRINX.

linktr.ee/SYRINXOFFICIAL

Source: ClawHammer PR

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Southern Gothic Inspired Band :Skull & dawn: To Release New Album The Harvest | First Single And Video Out Now

Posted in albums, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on September 7, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Lead single “Down to Hell (Black Cat Bar)” features banjos, distorted guitars, percussion, chains and “lots of alcohol.”

Guests on album to include Okoi Thierry Jones (Bölzer), Perikis Tikof (Opened Paradise) and Ioanna Noir Zacharopoulou (Glitter Grotesque).

The Harvest – a Southern Gothic-inspired record about dead lovers, serial killers and lost souls, will be released on 17 October and is available for pre-order.

The Dark Americana outfit :Skull & dawn: will release their second full-length album, The Harvest, on 17 October 2025, through The Circle Music. The first single, “Down to Hell (Black Cat Bar)“, is now out with a new video.

An introductory track to the album’s sound, “Down to Hell (Black Cat Bar)” tells a story of late-night revelry and a dark descent. The band describes it as an “urban ceremony” filled with banjos, distorted guitars, percussion, chains and “lots of alcohol”, culminating in a fall into a “dark well” that leads straight to hell.

Watch the video for “Down to Hell (Black Cat Bar)”: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKPHV_KYfbs

Stream the track: 

https://thecirclemusic.lnk.to/Downtohell

:Skull & dawn: are:
Manos Six – Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Banjo, Electric Guitar, Percussion
Stamos A. – Electric Bass
Chris Abatis – Electric Guitar
Alex Tabakakis – Drums + Percussion
Vassilis Kemanidis – Violin

The upcoming album The Harvest dives deep into a mysterious world of Southern Gothic horror, featuring songs about dead lovers, serial killers, lone cowboys, and lost souls. The album blends the band’s neofolk past with a true Americana sound and a Southern Gothic atmosphere.

The Circle Music said: “Although at first glance the style of :Skull & dawn: might seem out of step with The Circle’s previous releases, for some inexplicable yet undeniable reason, The Harvest felt destined (from the moment of its creation) to be released by us.

“It’s not just the fact that :Skull & dawn: have shared the stage with several of The Circle’s artists during live performances; it’s the very atmosphere of the album itself. From the very first listen, we all had the same instinctive reaction: The Harvest had to be released by us. There was simply no other way.”

The album is available for pre-order via The Circle Music: https://thecirclemusic.gr/product-category/the-circle-releases/?filter_artist-name=skull-dawn and digital pre-save: https://thecirclemusic.lnk.to/TheHarvest

The Harvest will be released in digital and CD formats, with the CD version including two bonus tracks: “Kingdom of the Corn (Live)” and “St. James Infirmary (Live)”. A limited edition black LP (250 copies) and a limited edition gold LP (250 copies) with a printed insert will also be available.

Guests on the album include: Okoi Thierry Jones (Bölzer), Perikis Tikof (Opened Paradise), Ioanna Noir Zacharopoulou (Glitter Grotesque) and Vasso Jism.

Founded in 1999 under a different name as a trio in Athens, Greece, the band started by creating industrial noise music using hammers and electric screwdrivers. From 2002 to 2009, they embraced the heritage of Old Europe and folk instruments under the name Défilé des Âmes. They released the full-length LP Lust & Stone, a split EP, and several DIY EPs. They also collaborated with notable artists like Sieben.

The band reformed in 2009 as :Skull & dawn:, shifting their sound to be influenced by the American South. Their debut album, Zombie Horses (2016), fused their industrial roots with American folklore, creating a sound inspired by artists like The Bad Seeds and Hank 3. They have maintained a strong live presence over the years, performing with a wide range of artists, including Jarboe, Chelsea Wolfe and Psychic TV.

The Harvest – track-listing: 
1. Down to hell (Black Cat Bar)
2. Knoxville Girl
3. Kingdom of the Corn
4. Born Dead
5. GG Allin
6. Gold is the Metal
7. Trouble was her Name
8. Old Testament
9. Hail to the King
10. Kingdom of the Corn (Live) (CD Bonus Track)
11. St. James Infirmary (Live) (CD Bonus Track)

:Skull & dawn: online:
Facebook: https://facebook.com/skullanddawn/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7vJD7480MaQ9LLNuogYRVD?si=uEBhSa89Q5mynJmyjv1tyQ

The Circle Music online:
Website: https://thecirclemusic.gr/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thecirclemusic

Sources: The Circle Music | 3nation

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THE CULT Announce Vinyl Reissues Of Choice Of Weapon And Hidden City – Out OCTOBER 17 Via Cooking Vinyl

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock albums, hard rock bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on September 4, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

PRE-ORDERS AVAILABLE NOW: https://thecult.lnk.to/reissuesPR

NORTH AMERICAN TOUR FEATURING TWO SETS (DEATH CULT/THE CULT) BEGINS OCTOBER 9

Sept. 4, 2025 – The Cult reissue two of their acclaimed albums, Choice of Weapon and Hidden City, on vinyl on Oct. 17 via Cooking Vinyl.

Originally released in 2012 and 2016 respectively, the albums form part of a trilogy that witnessed the rebirth of the band with Record Collector dubbing Choice of Weapon “their best album in years,” and The Guardian noting Hidden City features “the strongest Cult songs in years” in a four-star review.

Available now for pre-order, Choice of Weapon arrives as a 2LP limited-edition color-in-color effect vinyl (LP1: red/black vinyl, LP2: purple.black vinyl). Hidden City has been newly remastered for vinyl by Justin Shturtz at Sterling Sound and is presented as a 2LP set (LP1: red vinyl and LP2: white vinyl).

Choice of Weapon was recorded in the California desert with Chris Goss (Queens of the Stone Age, Masters of Reality) at the helm and finished by long-time collaborator Bob Rock who first worked with the band on Sonic Temple. Driven by the lead single “For the Animals,” Choice of Weapon earned iTunes’ Rock Album of the Year in 2012 and debuted at #1 on the UK Rock Chart. Out of print since the original pressing, it has become one of The Cult’s most sought-after modern releases.

Hidden City, The Cult’s tenth studio album was also produced by Rock. Introduced by the sonic assault of “Dark Energy,” the 12-track collection is a master class in space and time, showcasing a band in its absolute prime.

The band embarks on a North American tour next month, with the special performances featuring two sets each night: one from the band’s post-punk origins as Death Cult, and another spanning The Cult’s stories discography. Tickets are on-sale now via TheCult.us. Patriarchy opens as special guests.

October 9 Niagara Falls, ON OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino
October 11 Boston, MA Orpheum Theatre
October 14 New York, NY Beacon Theatre
October 15 Washington, DC Warner Theatre
October 17 Charlotte, NC Ovens Auditorium
October 18 Atlanta, GA Cobb Energy Center
October 20 Fort Worth, TX Will Rogers Auditorium
October 21 San Antonio, TX Majestic Theatre
October 24 Las Vegas, NV The Pearl
October 25 Phoenix, AZ Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum
October 27 San Francisco, CA The Warfield
October 29 San Diego, CA The Sound
October 30 Los Angeles, CA The Shrine Auditorium

Thecult.us

Instagram.com/officialcult

Facebook.com/officialcult

Twitter.com/officialcult

Source: Speakeasy PR

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ECLIPSE Announces New Shows Of The MEGALOMANIUM TOUR 2025 | Special Guests: Reach + Andy and the Rockets

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, hard rock music, hard rock news, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on August 30, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Swedish Hard Rock giants Eclipse are finally back on the road with the announcement of their brand-new Megalomanium Tour 2025. A journey that will take them through Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Belgium, Switzerland, and Italy, this tour is more than just a series of shows, it’s a celebration of everything that makes Eclipse one of the most thrilling Rock bands of our time.

For over two decades, Eclipse have built their reputation on a sound that perfectly balances melody and power. Led by an unmistakable sound and a creative vision, the band has grown into a global force, capable of filling festival fields at Wacken, Download and Sweden Rock, sharing the stage with legendary acts like Aerosmith, Def Leppard and playing all over the World. This tour is the perfect opportunity for fans to experience that power up close, in the heat and intensity of Europe’s most iconic clubs.

Alongside them on the road, Eclipse are bringing two names that represent the vibrant wave of Swedish Hard Rock. 

Reach, with a mix of contemporary and classic Rock sounds, have carved their own path on the European scene, standing out as one of the most creative and ambitious acts of their generation. Their latest album, Prophecy, showcases their adventurous spirit, a genre-fluid blend of theatrical arrangements, introspective lyrics, and spellbinding melodies.

Andy and the Rockets, on the other hand, embody the raw spirit of Hard Rock with a modern twist. Their songs are direct and loud, fueled by an energy that has quickly made them one of the most talked-about bands in Scandinavia. With their new album Casino set for release this October 2025, Andy and the Rockets are stepping onto this tour ready to ignite the stage with their explosive energy.

The Megalomanium Tour 2025 is Eclipse at their very best, powerful, unstoppable, and ready to turn every night into the Music triumph.

Buy your tickets here: eclipsemerch.com

eclipsemerch.com 

andyandtherockets.com 

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SERJ TANKIAN Announces New Album Covers, Collaborations & Collages On Serjical Strike Records/Create Music Group

Posted in alternative rock, Hard Rock, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on August 22, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo credit: Travis Shinn

FIRST SONG “ELECTRIC DREAMS” OUT TODAY LISTEN HERE

FULL COMPILATON LP RELEASES OCTOBER 24

Aug. 22, 2025, LOS ANGELES — Visionary musician, poet, and activist Serj Tankian returns with a stunning new project, Covers, Collaborations & Collages; a genre-spanning collection that celebrates artistic unity, reinvention, and storytelling.

The first single, “Electric Dreams,” (listen: https://createmusic.fm/electricdreams) is available today, via Serjical Strike Records/Create Music Group, launching a ten-week release schedule where a new track will drop each week, culminating in the full compilation album, releasing on Oct. 24, 2025.

“Electric Dreams” single cover by D.S. Bradford

This deeply personal and eclectic body of work features Tankian’s powerful reinterpretations and remarkable collaborations. Among the highlights is a beautifully haunting cover of Chris de Burgh’s “I’m Counting On You,” reimagined with Tankian’s unmistakable emotional intensity.

Covers, Collaborations & Collages showcases striking creative partnerships with some of today’s most innovative artists. Tankian joins with lauded producer Deadmau5 on the hypnotic “A Seed,” New Zealand singer/songwriter Bic Runga’s ethereal voice weaves with Tankian’s in the duet “Things Unspoken,” and acclaimed composer Lucas Vidal creates a sonic canvas upon which Tankian vocally illustrates a scene of the devolution of civilization and the end times, bellowing “There are no more empires / Just burning campfires” on the powerful and cinematic “Apocalyptic Dance.”

Rounding out the collection, Tankian’s cover of Armenian songwriter Ruben Hakhverdyan’s “When Death Arrives,” is a poignant reminder of the reality of our mortality, musing through the eyes of the departed and reminding listeners of the undeniable importance love and truth hold in this world.

Adding a visual dimension to the music, each single’s artwork, and the album’s evocative main cover, has been created by artist D.S. Bradford, who also contributes lead guitar work on the soaring track “Kneeling Away From The Sun.”

With each weekly release, Tankian will share the inspirations, stories and artistic intentions behind the songs, inviting listeners into the creative process like never before.

Serj Tankian’s video intro to Covers, Collaborations & Collages: https://youtu.be/DtzC1LUITBA

“Similar to Foundations, these are pre-existing archival recordings, some of them from way back,” says Tankian. “I wanted to put out a record of collaborations I haven’t released before, along with covers, which I haven’t done. The rest, the collages, are parts that fit the puzzle in the same tone, the same vibe.”

Covers, Collaborations & Collages album cover by D.S. Bradford (original photo by Travis Shinn)

Covers, Collaborations & Collages – track list:

1.    Electric Dreams

2.    A Seed (feat. Deadmau5)

3.    I’m Counting On You

4.    I’m In Heaven

5.    Things Unspoken (feat. Bic Runga)

6.    I Found You

7.    Kneeling Away From The Sun

8.    Apocalyptical Dance (feat. Lucas Vidal)

9.    Sonic Expulsions

10. When Death Arrives

Follow Serj Tankian:

Serjtankian.com

Instagram.com/serjtankian

X.com/serjtankian

Facebook.com/serjtankian

YouTube.com/serjtankian

TikTok.com/@officialserjtankian

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XTASY – Announce Digital Re-release of the EP Fuerza Interior

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on August 9, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

XTASY, one of Spain’s most exciting melodic hard rock bands, are proud to announce the digital re-release of their EP Fuerza Interior, now available on all major streaming platforms.

The EP consists of 5 songs from their previous album Eye of the storm, re-recorded in Spanish, with brand new guitar solos and the bonus track of the song “Crashing Down” (acoustic version).

Listen to “Fuerza Interior” EP: https://bfan.link/xtasy-fuerzainterior

Watch the visual of “A Luchar”: https://youtu.be/wzFgYisVQps?si=qxCbX_EofZfOINL-

Fuerza Interior was released as CD format too as a limited edition in 500 copies. Some copies are still available following this link: https://www.xtasyband.com/copy-of-shop 

The EP was produced by Jorge Olloqui, founding guitarist and key songwriter of the band, and recorded at Studio Rock 81 in Noain-Pamplona and Sureau Studio in Matadepera. In January 2022, the original tracks were remixed and remastered by Erik Mårtensson (Eclipse) at Mass Destruction Production in Sweden, giving Fuerza Interior a contemporary edge without losing the heart of the original.

Rediscover XTASY Fuerza Interior, hit play and turn it up!

XTASY ARE:
Silvia Idoate – Vocals
Jorge Olloqui – Guitars
Carles Salse – Guitars
David Zarzosa – Bass
Javi Herrero – Drums

XTASY ON THE WEB:

www.xtasyband.com 

https://www.facebook.com/xtasyrockband/

https://www.instagram.com/xtasyrockband/

instagram.com/burning_minds_music_group

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