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DANKO JONES Sign To PERCEPTION & Tease New Music | November/December 2025 European Tour Announced 

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on March 13, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Vocals, guitars, drums, and bass: The basic elements of all things rock is what DANKO JONES, one of Canada’s most successful hard ‘n’ heavy exports, has represented consistently since their foundation in 1996. Constant radio airplay in leading rock countries around the world, the most dedicated fan bases any band could ever ask for, both at festivals and their jam-packed club shows plus several award considerations – incl. five Juno Award nominations (the Canadian “Grammy”)  – throughout their career have cemented their leading role in the rock ‘n’ roll world over and over again. 

DANKO JONES manages to unite not only rockers but also music lovers of genres far beyond hard rock and punk, with their rich catalogue consisting of eleven successfully electrifying studio albums so far. Their last nine (!) full-length albums even entered the official German and Swiss album chart (along with multiple other countries).

Now signed to PERCEPTION, a division of Reigning Phoenix Music, one of the fastest growing rock labels in the world, DANKO JONES’ yet-to-be-announced 12th offering was just finished under the watchful eyes of Juno and Grammy Award winning producer Eric Ratz (BILLY TALENT, BIG SUGAR, CANCER BATS etc.), and is tentatively due out in autumn 2025. It was also Ratz who was already involved in the creation process of one of the group’s very early offerings, the EP My Love Is Bold in 1999, as well as some of their most successful studio albums over the years.

Photo credit: Jon Usual | L-R:
Rich Knox (drums), Danko Jones (vocals, guitars), John Calabrese (bass)

As mentioned earlier, DANKO JONES has also built a reputation as one of the greatest live bands around. Today, Danko Jones (vocals & guitar), bassist John Calabrese, and drummer Rich Knox are pleased to announce a European tour guiding them across the pond in late 2025, where fans will have a chance to see the first live performances of some of their brand-new songs complementing the band’s already hit-packed set list. All official dates can be found below. More to come.

DANKO comments: “We are excited to be on PERCEPTION. Counting down the days for everyone to listen to our 12th album, and to start playing the new tunes live. In the meantime, enjoy the first single – ‘What You Need’!”

Managing director Jochen Richert states: “Ever since the release of Born A Lion in 2001, DANKO JONES, his management and I have been on this journey together. Wow, nearly 25 years – almost half a lifetime. And yet, DANKO JONES still sounds as fresh and exciting as on day one. But this wild ride is far from being over, and therefore I’m incredibly proud to welcome DANKO JONES to PERCEPTION. I can say with the utmost conviction that the new songs are among the best this unique artist has ever written.”

Aptly titled “What You Need,” DANKO JONES’ PERCEPTION debut single will become available on all streaming platforms on April 4 – just in time for the outfit to kick-off their 2025 festival season at Paaspop (NL). The empowering track can be pre-saved here: https://dankojones.rpm.link/whatuneedPR

DANKO JONES live:

19.11.2025 FI Helsinki – Tavastia

22.11.2025 NO Oslo – Vulkan Arena

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

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

Local Pre-Sales: Thu, Mar 13 @ 10am Local (24hrs)

General On Sale: Fri, Mar 14 @ 10am Local

Further info: https://www.dankojones.com/tour

More upcoming DANKO JONES live dates:

w/ GRAVEYARD

14.03.2025 BR Rio de Janeiro – Agyto

15.03.2025 BR São Paulo – Vip Station

16.03.2025 BR Belo Horizonte – Mister Rock Bar

18.04.2025 NL Schijndel – Paaspop

31.05.2025 BE Herenthout – Clamotte Rock

05.06.2025 NO Trondheim – Trondheim Rocks

06.06.2025 SE Sölvesborg – Sweden Rock Festival

14.06.2025 AT Nickelsdorf – Nova Rock

27./28.06.2025 EE Tallinn – Rock Festival

05.07.2025 DE Mainburg – Festival Holledau 

17.07.2025 FI Seinäjoki – Vauhtiajot

25.07.2025 NO Fredrikstad – Månefestivalen

26.07.2025 DE Mönchengladbach – Bob! Fest

06. – 10.08.2025 DE Eschwege – Open Flair

15.08.2025 NO Alta – Alta Live

16.08.2025 NO Hardstad – Bakgården

17.08.2025 CH Cudrefin (VD) – Rock The Lakes

21. – 23.08.2025 DE Haddeby – Baltic Open Air

More on DANKO JONES:

dankojones.com | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | X | Spotify | Apple Music

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perception.music | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok

Source: C Squared Music

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MÄDHOUSE – Reveals Plead The Fifth Album Details | Pre-Order + Music Video For First Single “Shotgun Rider”

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on March 12, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Vienna, Austria-based glam metal act Mädhouse has announced their brand new studio album, entitled Plead The Fifth, for a release on July 11, 2025 via ROAR! A music video for a first album harbinger, the band’s latest smashing single “Shotgun Rider”, is now premiering below.

“Plead The Fifth“ will be available on CD, limited Vinyl (incl.signed photocard) and in Digital formats, the album pre-sale has just started at: 

https://madhouse.rpm.link/pleadthe5thPR 

About their first single release “Shotgun Rider”, guitarist and songwriter Mikky Stixx says:
“There are friends. There are good friends. And there are friends who will stick with you through thick and thin. No matter what happens. Even if you end up in jail. – The devil may care, we run riot lock, stock and barrel!”

The song is out now on all digital streaming providers at: https://madhouse.rpm.link/shotgunPR 

Watch the video clip premiering HERE

Mädhouse was formed in 2017 by Mikky Stixx. Their origins trace back to a spontaneous Hard N’ Heavy show, where 18 rock musicians gathered, leading to the band’s creation. Drawing inspiration from legendary acts like Mötley Crüe, Skid Row, and Ratt, Mädhouse blends the raw energy of classic glam metal with a modern hard rock edge. Their sound is unmistakable. Gritty riffs, anthemic choruses, and an unapologetic attitude that demand attention. Since their debut, the band has continuously evolved while staying true to their wild, rebellious spirit. 

Their first album Money Talks Bullshit Walks (2019), introduced their high-energy style, followed by Bad Habits (2021), a more polished and aggressive follow-up. They further refined their sound with Down ‘N’ Dirty (2022), and now, their latest release, Plead The Fifth, slated for a release on July 11th through ROAR, pushes the boundaries even further with heavier riffs, bolder lyrics, and an electrifying presence!

Known for their explosive live performances and larger-than-life stage presence, Mädhouse continues to captivate audiences worldwide. The current line-up features Tommy Lovelace on vocals, Mikky Stixx and Thommy Black on guitars and backing vocals, Rickey Dee on bass, and Bobby B Bastard on drums. Together, they keep the spirit of glam metal alive, delivering high-octane rock that never backs down. With “Plead The Fifth”, they prove once again that glam metal is far from dead — it’s louder, bolder, and wilder than ever. Turn up the volume, join the madness, and let rock ‘n’ roll reign!

Plead The Fifth – Tracklist:
01 – Midnite Fever 
02 – We Run Riot 
03 – Bring On The Night 
04 – Shotgun Rider 
05 – Wicked Hearts 
06 – Get A Grip 
07 – Live And Tease 
08 – It’s A Monster In My Head 
09 – I’ll See You In My Dreams 
10 – Mad To The Bone 
11 – Loveplace 
12 – I Die Alone 
13 – You Got The Tail Down 

For More Info Visit:
Website: https://www.madhouse-official.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573379342417
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madhousekickass/

Visit ROAR online: 
Homepage: https://www.roar-records.de
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rpmroar

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MISS LAVA – Lisbon Rock Unit To Release Under A Black Sun Full-Length April 25th On Small Stone Recordings | New Video/Single Now Playing + Preorders Available

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on March 7, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Manuel Portugal

Watch MISS LAVA’s lyric video for “Under A Black Sun” HERE.

Like distant moons spitting fire, Lisbon, Portugal-based rock unit MISS LAVA forged their new album Under A Black Sun. Carrying a darker and heavier emotional weight than their previous outings, the band’s fifth album is set to be released through Small Stone Recordings on April 25th, today unveiling the record’s first single and preorders. 

“It’s a pretty intense record,” says singer Johnny Lee. “Our life experiences over the past years have made us delve into a darker matter. We explored new territories and had a blast creating this album.”

The release of Under A Black Sun will celebrate the band’s longevity, marking their 20th anniversary. It’s sonic flame with many cosmic swirls that urges to be unleashed live. “It has been a hell of a ride since we started rehearsing in a small studio in Lisbon back in 2005,” confirms guitarist K. Raffah. “Having this record come out twenty years later with a partner like Small Stone is the best thing we could wish for. Now we just need to get out there and play these songs live everywhere we can!”

This mystical rite of creation was the first record with drummer Pedro Gonçalves, bringing a heavier vibe to the band. Under A Black Sun was recorded and engineered once again with Miguel “Veg” Marques, who handled the band’s previous record, Doom Machine, produced by MISS LAVA and Marques, mixed by Steve Lehane, and mastered by Chris Goosman.

In advance of the record’s release, today the band unveils, Under A Black Sun’s title track. Comments Lee, “This song is about falling under a dark influence and the duality of this situation. For some, it’s total absence of light, but others manage to orbit around it.”

Watch MISS LAVA’s lyric video for “Under A Black Sun” HERE.

Under A Black Sun includes guest keys on “Blue Sky On Mars,” “Dark Tomb Nebula,” “Elara,” “Evil Eye Of The Witch,” and “Woe Warrior” by Miguel “Veg” Marques, guest vocals on “Elara” by Alexandra Quintas “Bebé,” and artwork by João Filipe.

The record will be released on CD and digital formats as well as limited vinyl. Find all preorders on the official Small Stone Recordings Bandcamp page HERE.

Under A Black Sun – Track Listing:

1. Dark Tomb Nebula

2. Neon Gods

3. Evil Eye Of A Witch

4. Chaos Strain

5. Woe Warrior

6. The Bends

7. Fear In Overdrive

8. I Drown

9. Blue Sky On Mars (Bonus Track – CD/Digi)

10. Elara

11. Under A Black Sun

MISS LAVA:
Johnny Lee – vocals
K. Raffah – guitars
P. Gonçalves – drums
Ricardo Ferreira – bass
Hugo Jacinto – guitars

Over the years, the band has played live in clubs and festivals in the UK, Spain, Germany, and of course Portugal. MISS LAVA even made a one-off appearance at the legendary Whisky a Go-Go in Los Angeles. The band has shared stages with the likes Of Queens Of The Stone Age, Slash, Graveyard, Ufomammut, Greenleaf, Kyuss Lives!, Fu Manchu, Valient Thorr, Entombed, Truckfighters, and many more. The band, now a five-piece with two guitar players, has confirmed shows throughout the Spring and Summer months with more to be announced in the weeks to come.

MISS LAVA Live:
4/26/2025 Lav – Lisboa, PT w/ Graveyard
4/30/2025 A Cofradia – Vilanova De Arousa, ES
5/01/2025 Grc Amigos De Seixas – Seixas, PT
5/02/2025 Pub Transylvania – Vigo, ES
5/03/2025 O Bar Queiro – Mañón, ES
6/06/2025 Bafo De Baco – Loulé, PT
6/07/2025 TBA – Oliveira De Frades, PT
6/26/2025 Wurlitzer – Madrid, ES
6/28/2025 Chatnoir – Badajoz, ES
7/02/2025 Antwerp Music City – Antwerp, BE
7/03/2025 Pitchers – Düsseldorf, DE
7/04/2025 Rare Guitar – Münster, DE
7/05/2025 Ostpol – Dresden, DE
7/06/2025 Dirty & Dancing – Osnabrück, DE

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http://www.instagram.com/miss.lava

http://x.com/misslavarock

http://www.smallstone.com

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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MOTHER MISERY • Swedish Melodic Heavy Rockers Dropped New Single “The Predator”

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, hard rock news, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on March 7, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Artwork • “The Predator“
Jimmy Lindbergh / Mother Misery

Swedish Melodic Heavy Rockers MOTHER MISERY 
release their brand new single” The Predator” today, March 7th!

The band informs about the new single “The Predator“:
“‘The Predator’ was recorded in the same session as our last album ‘From Shadow To Ghost’. We felt the track had a different vibe to the rest of the songs and decided to keep it for a special release. When we invited David ‘DaKe’ Isberg, known for Blood Of Jupiter and as a founding member of Opeth, to add some of his deep growl to the song, it felt complete and even more special. The song has a driving riff, a mellow verse and a melodic chorus, along with a nice breakdown in the middle.”

TRACK:
01. The Predator 05:08
( Spotify )

LINE-UP:
John Hermansen • Vocals, Guitar
Emil Ström • Guitar, Lead-Guitar
Stiff Hell • Bass
Jimmy Lindbergh • Drums, Percussions

DISCOGRAPHY:
2004 • Grandiosity • Full-length
2006 • For The Crows • EP
2007 • All Eyes On You • Full-length
2010 • Standing Alone • Full-length
2015 • Deadication • EP
2018 • Megalodon • Full-length
2023 • From Shadow To Ghost • Full-length
2025 • The Predator • Single

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Finland’s WISHING WELL Release New Song Featuring Wheelers And Dealers Choir 

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, hard rock bands, hard rock music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on March 2, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photographer: Sari Koskinen

Finland’s hard rocking Wishing Well have released new music for the first time after their Sin And Shame album, that came out in March 2023. “Boys Will Be Boys” is a simple good mood rocker, made seriously tongue-in-cheek and in good spirit to celebrate rock music and pure joy and camaraderie of playing in a band. This positive and cheerful song is a rare release from the band, who usually write more serious and complex songs. The song is released together with a music video, recorded at Magnusborg Studios in Porvoo, filmed and edited by Jussi Koskinen.

“Boys is an old song that goes way back but we wanted to release something in between albums and this song is perfect for that. First we thought it’s too simple and silly but when we worked on it and it took off like a rocket to the moon we decided to give it a go. Somebody then came up with the idea of asking previous Wishing Well vocalists to sing the gang vocals and when they agreed and even Graham Bonnet promised to join we knew it’ll work out great. We decided to shoot the video while in the studio and we had a great time. We’re pleased with the result and the song is also good fun to play live”, says Anssi Korkiakoski, guitar player and songwriter of the band.

“Things should not always be too serious, at the end of the day it’s all about doing what you love, together with your friends. We’re all old metalheads and hard rockers, we share the same thoughts and memories about music, from early years to ‘80s metal and beyond. It’s great that we can do our thing together and share it with each other and our audience as well. This song is a homage to all of us childlike rockers, music lovers and band musicians. There are many of us, naturally lots of girls and women too, despite the song title”, says Korkiakoski.

Composition & Lyrics by Anssi Korkiakoski

The song is released under Wishing Well & The Wheelers And Dealers, since the choir with its old school veterans plays an important role in the song.

Watch the music video: https://youtu.be/iRA7nHbLqLA

Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Bandcamp, Deezer Tidal etc.): https://push.fm/fl/wishingwell-boys

At the moment the band is working on their fifth album, due to be released in the spring of 2026. Wishing Well will perform live at On The Rocks Club in Helsinki on the 27th of March. For more news updates visit their social media channels.

Wishing Well are:
Pepe Tamminen – vocals
Arto Teppo – Hammond-organ
Matti Kotkavuori – bass
Juha Kivikanto – drums
Anssi Korkiakoski – guitar

Wheelers And Dealers choir are:
Rick Becker
Graham Bonnet
Rafael Castillo
Peter James Goodman

WISHING WELL – Online:

https://www.facebook.com/wishingwell2016/

https://www.instagram.com/wishingwell_finland/

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ICEFISH – Are Back With The Live Rendition Of Rush’s Iconic “Animate”

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , on February 9, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Progressive metal supergroup ICEFISH is thrilled to announce the release of their highly anticipated cover of Rush’s classic track “Animate”. Recorded live in Chorzów, Poland, this stunning performance honors the legacy of Rush while delivering ICEFISH’s signature technical brilliance and modern progressive edge.

Listen to “Animate”: 

https://bfan.link/Icefish-Animate

Featuring a lineup of world-class musicians, Andrea Casali (vocals and bass), Alex Argento (Virgil Donati, Corrado Rustici, Zucchero) – keyboards, Marco Sfogli (James LaBrie, PFM) – guitar, Virgil Donati (Planet X, Asia, Steve Vai) – drums, ICEFISH bring unparalleled precision and passion to this iconic song. Their rendition seamlessly blends the spirit of the original with their unique creative style, offering fans a fresh perspective on one of Rush’s most beloved tracks.

The live video, captured during the band’s powerful performance in Chorzów, Poland, premiered on YouTube, providing fans with a visual experience that showcases ICEFISH’s electrifying stage presence and exceptional musicianship.

Watch the live video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NigzHpVj8Vo

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THE SWORD RETURNS

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on February 4, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo credit: Dave Creaney

February 4, 2025, AUSTIN – The Sword is back.

Following their highly-anticipated set at Levitation 2024, the legendary band has announced two additional dates, with more shows on the horizon: April 10 at the Granada Theater (Dallas) and April 11 at Paper Tiger (San Antonio). Tickets are on-sale this Friday, Feb. 7 at 10 a.m. local time.

Cronise, in conversation with Revolver: (https://www.revolvermag.com/feature/the-sword-return-inside-texas-stoner-metal-bands-comeback/) shared his thoughts on the band’s reunion, the 15th anniversary of Warp Riders, and more: We know each other, we’re comfortable. It’s just kind of like putting on a comfortable pair of sneakers. Levitation was a great show… it went really well.”

Kyle Shutt adds, “I can’t tell you what it means to see everyone’s positive reception. It feels so good to see people out there almost more enthusiastic about the band than ever – it’s something we’ll never take for granted.”

Warp Riders is the Austin-based band’s third full-length album, which arrived in the summer of 2010. The 10-song collection, described as a psychedelic space opera, features the galloping, fuzzed out “Tres Brujas” and the southern rock-infused “Lawless Lands.” Warp Riders was met with widespread praise upon its release. Premier Guitar praised the album’s “distinctly Texas-flavored sense of groove and swing,” while SPIN called it “badass” and “innovative.” Consequence went even further, declaring it a “classic.”

The Sword is JD Cronise (vocals, guitar), Bryan Richie (bass, keyboards), Kyle Shutt (guitar, vocals), and Santiago Vela (drums). Following their 2003 inception, The Sword quickly became one of the most revered names in heavy music. With a blend of crushing riffs, intricate storytelling, and a sound that bridges classic metal and modern rock, The Sword has released six albums: Age of Winters (2006), Gods of the Earth (2008), Warp Riders (2010), Apocryphon (2012), High Country (2015) and Used Future (2018).

Thesword.bandcamp.com

Instagram.com/theswordofficial

Tiktok.com/@theswordofficial

Facebook.com/theswordofdoom

Source: Speakeasy PR

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JOHN SYKES – Rest In Peace | A Brief Tribute To A Heavy Metal & Hard Rock Legend

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal music, Music, music news, Rock Music Obituaries with tags , , , , , , on January 21, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Above: Best of John Sykes -album cover – (2000) – Mercury Records Japan

Heavy Metal and Hard Rock guitarist, vocalist and songwriting legend John Sykes passed away on Monday, January 20th at the age of 65. Metal Odyssey expresses condolences to the family, friends. fans and all past bandmates of John Sykes; God Bless him and may he rest in peace.

John Sykes’ illustrious career included being a former member of 1980’s bands Tygers of Pan Tang, Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake and his very own Blue Murder, along with being a successful solo artist. John Sykes also toured Europe in 1983 with the late Phil Lynotts’ solo (live only) band named The Three Musketeers.

Above: Thin Lizzy – Thunder and Lightning – album cover – (1983) – Warner Bros.
Above: Whitesnake S/T – album cover – (1987) – Geffen Records
Above: BLUE MURDER S/T – album cover – (1989) – Geffen Records

John Sykes was born in Reading, England on July 29, 1959.

Source and more info: https://www.johnsykes.com/biography.html

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GOTTHARD – Unleash New Single & Video “Thunder & Lightning” | Stereo Crush Now Available For Pre-Order

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on January 18, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Swiss hard rock legends GOTTHARD have kicked off the new year with the release of their second single, “Thunder & Lightning,” from their upcoming 12-track studio album Stereo Crush. As the world remains blanketed in snow, this new track spreads spring fever with its uplifting leads and emotionally charged storyline about love, quickly capturing the hearts of fans and heightening anticipation for the band’s eagerly awaited new album.

Secure your copy [digipak-CD, jewelcase-CD, red marbled vinyl, digital] or pre-save Stereo Crush now, here: https://gotthard.rpm.link/stereocrushPR

Today, alongside the worldwide launch of pre-orders, GOTTHARD are also excited to reveal the cover artwork for Stereo Crush, set to hit the shelves on March 21, 2025 via RPM. The artwork, designed by Thomas Ewerhard, who has previously collaborated with the band, perfectly encapsulates the album’s themes of honesty, rawness, and a broad spectrum of emotions.

Freddy [Scherer; guitars] came to my house with the musical idea for this song. We started there and came up with the structure and the vocal melodies together and recorded the demo there. I then spent quite some time figuring out lyrics. The sound of the chorus riff somehow sounded electric to me, and I was thinking of words like ‘lightning’ and thunder’ etc…and then I thought of the concept of how lightning never strikes twice but in this case it does, using this as a metaphor for love. Also in French, which I’m fluent in, you can say that ‘love at first sight’ is like getting hit by a bolt of lightning,” singer Nic Maeder sheds light on the track’s creation.

Watch the music video: https://youtu.be/Z1swDgrXvxo
Listen to “Thunder & Lightning”: https://gotthard.rpm.link/thunderPR

After releasing two singles, there’s no real doubt that GOTTHARD are more than ready for the future with Stereo Crush! Decorated with a powerful and contemporary production, the album delivers a series of big anthems but also a few surprises which help the Swiss icons to improve their DNA fresh and to spice up the essence of their trademark sound in an exciting way. It’s clear like Swiss glacier water: 2025 belongs to GOTTHARD!

Stereo Crush – Track Listing:

01. AI & I
02. Thunder & Lightning
03. Rusty Rose
04. Burning Bridges
05. Drive My Car
06. Boom Boom
07. Life
08. Liverpool
09. Shake Shake
10. Devil In The Moonlight
11. Dig A Little Deeper
12. These Are The Days

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

Produced and mixed by long-time partner Charlie Bauerfeind, who’s known for his work with the likes of HELLOWEEN and BLIND GUARDIAN, alongside founding member Leo Leoni at Yellowhouse Studio, and mastered by Sascha “Busy” Bühren (TrueBusyness), with artwork once again provided by Thomas Ewerhard (AVANTASIA etc.), Stereo Crush promises to set new standards which will additionally come to shine on the band’s forthcoming touring cycle: GOTTHARD will be touring in May, accompanied by special guests Y&T, rounded off by select festival and headline dates during the course of the year. The band’s current live schedule and ticket info can be found below!

More from Stereo Crush:
“Boom Boom” OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vKHkfiegtg

Info & Tickets: https://www.gotthard.com/tourdates/

GOTTHARD live:

Stereo Crush Tour 2025

21.05.2025 DE Saarbücken – Garage (w/ ECLIPSE) NEW

Special Guests: Y&T
Presented by Metal Hammer, Classic Rock, musix,
Rock Antenne, powermetal.de & Bottom Row
23.05.2025 DE Bochum – RuhrCongress
24.05.2025 DE Geiselwind – Music Hall
25.05.2025 DE Frankfurt – Batschkapp
27.05.2025 DE Hamburg – Große Freiheit 36
29.05.2025 DE Munich – Circus Krone
30.05.2025 DE Filderstadt – FILharmonie
31.05.2025 AT Telfs – Rathaussaal

14.06.2025 ES Zamora – Z! Live Rock
27.06.2025 CH Basel – Summerstage (w/ KROKUS)
28.06.2025 DE Ehingen – Martkplatz (w/ KROKUS) NEW
20.07.2025 CH Locarno – Moon&Stars (“Steve Lee – The Show”) NEW
22.07.2025 DE Regensburg – Piazza im Gewerbepark
06.08.2025 CH Zofingen – Heitere (w/ Orchestra) NEW
10.08.2025 DE Tettnang – Schlossgarten (w/ KROKUS) NEW
19.12.2025 CH Bern – Festhalle (w/ KROKUS)
20.12.2025 CH Zurich – The Hall (w/ KROKUS)

Source: C Squared Music

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

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Metal Show & Tell: OZZY OSBOURNE Funko POP!

Posted in classic rock, Collectibles, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal music, Music with tags , , , , , , , , on January 18, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Check it out! That’s my Ozzy Osbourne Funko POP! ROCKS mint-in-box! It’s also a Funko.com exclusive, whatever that means. Sounds important though. The date on the lower back cover is 2023. Thanks for visiting and looking, I appreciate it!

Back cover gives date at bottom, in teeny tiny type.
Above: side panel

Long Live OZZY OSBOURNE.

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Canada’s MARBLE GHOSTS Unleash “Distance Between” A Blistering Anthem For Divided Times

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, hard rock music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on January 13, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photographer Credit – Lisa Thompson (Dark Moon Productions)
L-R – Adam Hansen (Guitar), Dylan Gunnell (Vocals), Paulo Ferraz (Bass), Jer Renaud (Drums)

Sophomore EP “The Greatest Divide” Out April 2025

Marble Ghosts, the Canadian boundary pushing ensemble known for their distinctive blend of metal, grunge, and punk influences, has announced their highly anticipated second EP “The Greatest Divide” set for release on April 4, 2025. The band comments on the first, explosive single “Distance Between”:

“From the opening lyric of the EP, “Here we are in the greatest divide”, the songs explore the ever-growing rift between almost every part of modern-day society. From the rich and the shrinking middle class to widening gaps in political and religious ideologies, the EP was inspired by our reality.”

Musically, the single shows off its punk-metal roots, never relenting from beginning to end. The biting rapid-fire verses meet the band’s characteristic soaring choruses. The band shows off its guitar chops with a blistering solo that perfectly matches the song’s energy. The song crescendos with another feverish solo over top desperate screams.

The EP and the single are recommended for fans of Alter Bridge, Shinedown, and Saint Asonia.

Listen to “Distance Between” at https://youtu.be/tE-M5vDS_uk

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/40D2I4h

Bandcamp pre-order – https://marbleghosts.bandcamp.com/

Album Artwork by:
Marble Ghosts font: Crossfade Productions
EP cover art: Edith Fluet

Track Listing:

  1. Distance Between (3:38)
  2. Eat the Rich (4:16)
  3. Trafficked (The Devil Inside) (4:19)
  4. Gloom (4:24)
  5. Osmium (4:48)
    EP Length: 21:26

Band Line Up (EP)
Dylan Gunnell – Lead Vocals and Lyrics
Adam Hansen – Guitar
Paul R. Champagne – Bass
Jer Renaud – Drums

Band Line Up (Live)
Dylan Gunnell – Lead Vocals
Adam Hansen – Guitar and Backing Vocals
Paulo Ferraz – Bass
Jer Renaud – Drums

More info: Facebook.com/marbleghosts | Instagram.com/marbleghostsofficial

Source: Asher Media Relations

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UNCLE ACID and the deadbeats – NELL’ ORA BLU TOUR Begins January 16th

Posted in Hard Rock, Music, music news, news with tags , , , on January 9, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

From Uncle Acid and the deadbeats Facebook:

NELL’ ORA BLU TOUR starts one week today!

Fair warning…when the tickets are gone, that’s it. We won’t be doing it again beyond these dates…so see you out there!

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BOARDWALK ROCK FESTIVAL In Maryland – May 17-18, 2025 | Band Lineups Listed

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, metal music, Music, music festivals, music news, news with tags , , , , , on January 1, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Ocean City, Maryland Inaugural 2025 Boardwalk Rock Festival May 17-18 Tickets on sale at: BoardwalkRockFest.com

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AAWKS – Unleashes New Single “Death Trip (Naglfar)” From Their Forthcoming Album “On Through The Sky Maze”

Posted in doom metal, fuzz rock, Hard Rock, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on December 23, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

Canadian heavy psychedelic rock ensemble AAWKS has announced the release of their latest single, “Death Trip (Naglfar)“, a preview of their eagerly anticipated album On Through The Sky Maze scheduled for release on March 21, 2025. This new track is available now for fans who appreciate a blend of intense rock dynamics and mystical lyrical themes.

“Death Trip (Naglfar)” sets a bold tone for the upcoming album with its powerful lyrics and immersive soundscapes. The single reflects AAWKS‘ continued evolution, incorporating heavier riffs, grooves, and a compelling narrative of otherworldly voyages and cosmic battles. The band encourages listeners to delve into the track, whether they think they’re cool or not, with a tongue-in-cheek nod to their laid-back ethos.

Lyrics from the single paint a vivid picture: “Beware of these towering sails, This death ship is heavy with nails. Now is the time of the storm, These angry spirits begin to transform.”

AAWKS continues to captivate with their unique blend of stoner, doom, fuzz rock, and sludge, all while exploring fantastical themes. The upcoming album On Through The Sky Maze promises to take listeners on a darker journey through themes of the occult, life and death, and demonology. With the addition of new bassist and vocalist Ryan “Grimepup” Mailman, the album showcases a heavier and more intense version of AAWKS, perfect for those late-night hours spent in the shadows of forests and swamps.

AAWKS:
Kris Dzierzbicki (guitar/vocals)
Roberto Paraíso (guitar)
Randylin Babic (drums)
Ryan “Grime Pup” Mailman – bass/vocals

About AAWKS:
Hailing from the mysterious foothills of Kempenfelt Bay in Barrie Ontario Canada, AAWKS make heavy-psych, stoner-doom music. They mix melodic songwriting with pummeling riffs and grooves and their music is as influenced by newer bands such as MEPHISTOFELES, MONOLORD, WINDHAND and the MELVINS as it is by classic rock bands like BLACK SABBATH, PINK FLOYD and DEEP PURPLE.

They explore fantastical themes of the occult and spin tales of mind expansion and spaced out exploration of the multiverse. AAWKS released their debut full length album (((((HEAVY ON THE COSMIC))))) in June of 2022 on Black Throne Productions which landed at #2 on the Doom Charts that month. 

Source: C Squared Music

Links: 

Official Website: https://www.aawks.ca/
Bandcamp: https://aawks.bandcamp.com/
E-Shop: https://blackthroneproductions.com/

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L.A. GUNS – LUCKY MF’R TOUR | First Leg Of Dates & Cities Listed

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on December 20, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

From L.A. GUNS Facebook:

In support of our new record “Leopard Skin” we will be touring heavily next year. Here is the first leg of the tour dates. Album will be released in the beginning of April . Come and join us on The Lucky MF’r Tour!!!

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Progressive Rock/Metal Outfit EDEN CIRCUS Releases First New Music After 10 Years

Posted in Hard Rock, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on December 18, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

Another hot contender for taking the longest time to release new music, Hamburg’s own progressive rock/metal outfit EDEN CIRCUS are back with their new single ‘Cynics of Life‘.

STREAM ‘CYNICS OF LIFE’ HERE

10 years have now passed since the last album “Marula” by the five-piece northern German post-prog rockers EDEN CIRCUS. Since then, events have accelerated. First the band has to say goodbye to both guitarists, because Andi is leaving the band and guitarist Nils is moving to the Krupps. Not only are two important driving forces lost, but also the previous songwriting process.

After Waik and Dennis joined the band, they finally played a few gigs again and worked on the new album. Even before Covid paralyzes the entire music landscape, numerous other events turn the band’s everyday life upside down: people move, build houses and 2 1/2 recording studios, start families and new bands. Sometimes the five of them don’t see each other for weeks. But there was never any talk about quitting.

Because the rare rehearsals always clearly show that the band can still deliver. In addition, the new record is finished and, despite all the new commitments, no one has lost the joy of presenting their songs to an audience that celebrates their music on sweaty, beer-soaked club evenings. So here’s to something new!

More EDEN CIRCUS:

INSTAGRAM | BANDCAMP | SPOTIFY

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EUROPE – 2025 Concert & Festival Schedule

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , , on December 16, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

From Europe bandsintown:

Friends,

We are very pleased to give you our 2025 show schedule so far:

16 Apr // BR, Brasília // Arena of Rock
19 Apr // BR, São Paulo // Monsters of Rock
24 Apr // CL, Santiago // Masters of Rock
30 Apr // CO, Cota // Monsters of Rock

24 May // NO, Kopervik // Kopervik Festival
07 Jun // FR, Maxeville // Heavy Weekend
21 Jun // NO, Steinkjer // Steinkjer Festival
28 Jun // SE, Nyköping // Hamnplan
03 Jul // SE, Borlänge // Alive Festival
06 Jul // ES, Chiclana // Concert Music Festival
08 Jul // ES, Marbella // Starlite Festival
10 Jul // ES, Murcia // Plaza de Toros de Murcia
15 Jul // IT, Bologna // Sequioe Music Park
16 Jul // IT, Altidona // Wondergate Music Festival
25 Jul // SE, Vadstena // Vadstena Slott
26 July // NO, Tønsberg // Foynhagen Concert Series Honørbrygga
01 Aug // SE, Karlskrona // Karlskrona Skärgårdsfest
02 Aug // SE, Arvika // Hamnfest

Tickets: https://bnds.us/mexhnb

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ANIMA INSIDE New Single / Music Video “Alien” Captures The Essence of Their Evolution In Expanding Their Musical Fusion

Posted in Hard Rock, Music, music news, music videos with tags , , , , , on December 7, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

Rockshots Records

Anima Inside, one of South America’s (Ecuadar) most dynamic and boundary-pushing rock bands, returns with their latest single, “Alien”. This track offers a mesmerizing preview of the band’s forthcoming album set to release in 2025. True to their spirit of innovation, the band describes “Alien” as one of their most unique creations. It captures the essence of their evolution, an ever-expanding fusion of styles that remains unmistakably their own.

With its hypnotic blend of influences, “Alien” delivers a fresh and timeless sound. The song features an intricate guitar solo, vibrant rhythmic layers, and an emotive message that resonates deeply with today’s listeners. As the band puts it, “It’s probably the strangest song we’ve ever created, but it has something that makes you want to hear it over and over. The fusion, the solo, the message; it’s very Anima Inside and incredibly current.”

Since their beginnings in 2006, Anima Inside has been known for its ability to blend progressive rock roots with modern, mainstream accessibility. “Alien” encapsulates this evolution perfectly, balancing technical prowess with a raw emotional edge. The song’s themes of alienation and introspection echo the band’s ongoing exploration of the human condition, a recurring motif in their music.

Music Video – https://youtu.be/Ecs60JaQJEE

This single marks the next step in a career that has seen Anima Inside perform alongside legends like Ozzy Osbourne, Deep Purple, and KISS, and share stages at major festivals such as Hell and Heaven Fest Mexico and Domination MX. Their sound has always defied easy categorization, weaving elements of progressive rock, Andean rhythms, and Afro-Latin influences into a style that is distinctly their own.

“Alien” is a testament to the band’s commitment to pushing creative boundaries while staying true to their roots. It serves as both a standalone piece of art and a tantalizing introduction to the sonic journey their upcoming album promises to deliver. With its unforgettable hooks, striking instrumentation, and profound lyrics, the track is a perfect reflection of the versatility and artistry that define Anima Inside.

As the band prepares for the release of their next full-length record, “Alien” stands as a bold statement of intent, showcasing their ability to innovate while maintaining the essence of what has made them one of the most recognized names in South American rock. Keep an eye on Anima Inside as they gear up for what promises to be an extraordinary 2025, and don’t miss “Alien” now available on all major streaming platforms.

Music Video – https://youtu.be/Ecs60JaQJEE​

Digital – https://lnk.to/nJ5RaT​

Source: ASHER MEDIA RELATIONS

More info: https://www.rockshots.eu https://animainside.com 

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

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

From Y&T bandsintown:

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

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

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

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

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

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ELECTRIC FRANKENSTEIN – Reanimated Rock Covers LP From Long-Running New Jersey Rock/Punk Quintet Out Now On Reptilian Records For Halloween

Posted in Hard Rock, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , on October 31, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

Stream ELECTRIC FRANKENSTEIN’s Reanimated Rock HERE.

Reptilian Records has partnered with long-running New Jersey horror-themed punk/rock outfit ELECTRIC FRANKENSTEIN for several releases, including a series of limited reissued classics and a few unreleased nuggets, including Reanimated Rock, out today for Halloween.

Reanimated Rock is a new collection of electrified cover tunes from ELECTRIC FRANKENSTEIN. Whether exhumed from graves, rescued from obscurity, or simply revived, these classic rock, metal, and punk tracks are reanimated by the relentless rockers and collected in one place.

The record features the band’s renditions of tracks from the likes of Alice Cooper, Ace Frehley, Black Sabbath, The Cars, Reagan Youth, The Dead Boys, and more. Recorded by different lineups of the band, the record features performances by rhythm guitarist Sal Canzonieri, original vocalist/lead guitarist Steve Miller, bassists Dan Canzonieri and Bill Gill, and drummers John Steele Gavula and Rob Sefcik.

Featuring cover art and layout by the one and only Coop, Reanimated Rock is available in two variants – Neon Pink w/ Yellow And Green Splatter, and Magenta/Hot Pink Mix – in runs of 500 copies each, all including a digital download format of your choice. You’ll be doing the Monster Mosh and the fearful will scatter as you blast this limited shock-rock platter!

Place orders for Reanimated Rock at the Reptilian Records webshop HERE and Bandcamp HERE, and in Europe order through Sounds Of Subterrania HERE.

Reanimated Rock – Track Listing:

  1. Under My Wheels – Alice Cooper
  2. Can’t Keep A Bad Man Down – Nomads
  3. Moving Targets – Flo & Eddie
  4. Talk Talk – Music Machine
  5. Rocket Ride – Ace Frehley
  6. Never Say Die – Black Sabbath
  7. Candy-O – The Cars
  8. You Killer – Thee STP
  9. Tunnel Of Love – Groovie Ghoulies
  10. 502 Blues – El Nada
  11. Young Savage – The Hip Priests
  12. Degenerated – Reagan Youth
  13. Son Of Sam – The Dead Boys

Reptilian Records has big ELECTRIC FRANKENSTEIN plans for 2025, including remastered special editions of their first two LPs and more. Watch for updates to post over the months ahead.

http://www.reptilianrecords.com

https://reptilianrecords.bandcamp.com

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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