DOWN – Remastered Edition of “Over The Under” Announced + ‘N.O.D.’ Out Now

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Nuclear Blast Records is pleased to announce a remastered edition of Over The Under from American heavy metal supergroup DOWN!

Initially released in the autumn of 2007, DOWN’s third studio album was produced by Warren Riker and served as a true moment in time delivering over 60 heartfelt minutes of sonic frustration with songs addressing the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and personal turmoil. MetalSucks observed a, “snapshot of a band doing what they do best, and doing it honestly and sincerely, egged on by unfortunate catastrophe,” while Punk News lauded a release that encompassed “everything fans praise about these musicians and about the South’s influence on metal and rock. The atmospherics are tense and hellraising as well as hardening, melancholic, and introspective.” The record would earn top slots on year-end lists both Stateside and abroad including in such esteemed outlets as Revolver, Metal Hammer, and Rolling Stone.

The 2026 edition of Over The Under features remastered audio by Eric Koondel (Soilwork, Cynic, Malevolent Creation, Death) and marks the first time the LP will be officially available in the US market. Additionally, the CD and digital versions include bonus track ‘Invest In Fear‘ (the first time the track will be available on a US physical release and on Digital Service Providers worldwide).

In celebration of the release, DOWN presents the remastered version of ‘N.O.D.‘ HERE.

DOWN’s Over The Under remaster will be available on CD, LP, and digital formats on June 19th. Find pre-orders HERE.

Over The Under Track Listing: 

1. Three Suns And One Star
2. The Path
3. N.O.D.
4. I Scream
5. On March The Saints
6. Never Try
7. Mourn
8. Beneath The Tides
9. His Majesty The Desert
10. Pillamyd
11. In The Thrall Of It All
12. Nothing In Return (Walk Away)
13. Invest in Fear * (CD/Digital Bonus Track)

You know it’s DOWN as soon as you hear them. Currently featuring vocalist Philip H. Anselmo, guitarists Pepper Keenan and Kirk Windstein, drummer Jimmy Bower, and bassist Pat Bruders, there’s no mistaking those gargantuan riffs, swamp blues leads, crashing drums, and hypnotic howls for absolutely anybody else under the sun. The band upholds a certain tradition that countless fans celebrate, expanding their own musical mythos as they leave its pillars intact and untouched. With a collective resume encompassing Pantera, Corrosion Of Conformity, Crowbar, and EyeHateGod, the quintet puffed out its first haze of sonic smoke from the belly of gritty old New Orleans on the 1995 platinum-selling classic, NOLA. At that moment, they naturally summoned something akin to a ritual, continually partaking in it with critically revered offerings – Down II: A Bustle In Your Hedgerow in 2002, Down III: Over The Under in 2007, Down IV – Part One in 2012, and Down IV – Part Two in 2014. Their shows built a certain live lore with unforgettable runs alongside Metallica and Heaven & Hell, as well as coveted spots on iconic festivals like Download, Soundwave, Ozzfest, and so many others, forever delivering passionate, powerful, pure heavy music you can feel deep down in your soul.

Stand by for updates on new DOWN music in the months to come. 

DOWN Live 2026:
6/03/2026 Sweden Rock Festival – Norje, SE
6/05/2026 Mystic Fest Poland – Gdańsk, PL
6/21/2026 Hellfest – Clisson, FR
10/03/2026 Aftershock – Sacramento, CA
10/24/2026 Sick New World Texas – Fort Worth, TX

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ANA Channel the Matrix Chic in Stunning New ‘Shadow of Life’ Music Video & Single

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The Melbourne heavy music scene has long been a breeding ground for sonic innovation, but the arrival of ANA marks a sophisticated shift toward what the quintet describes as “couture metal”. This aesthetic evolution prioritizes high-fashion theatricality alongside the punishing precision of symphonic metal.

Today, the band further cements this visual identity with the release of their vibrant new music video for “Shadow of Life,” a standout track from their forthcoming full-length album, Motivated by Death. Directed by the masterful Peter Coulson and filmed at Koukei Studio in Kilsyth South, the video serves as a brilliant collision of nineties nostalgia and modern production. Coulson describes the project as a remake of the nineties aesthetic, allowing the band’s natural charisma to take center stage. For vocalist Anna Khristenko, the visual direction was a deliberate choice to contrast the song’s heavy themes.

While “Shadow of Life” serves as a philosophical reminder to live every day to its fullest, Khristenko wanted the video to remain “danceable and fun.” Drawing inspiration from the iconic leather coats and sunglasses of The Matrix, she opted for a costume that pays homage to her favorite actor, Keanu Reeves. This is the second single & music video taken from their upcoming full-length album Motivated By Death which will be released on May 29, 2026 via Eclipse Records. 

The video captures a band operating as a cohesive unit of “masked super-humans”. For bassist Cody Lamb, the shoot marked his second music video experience with the group, and he credits Coulson with creating a comfortable environment that allowed the band to pour their heart and soul into the performance. Keyboardist Mark Shi, who has previously occupied the director’s chair himself, expressed immense gratitude for being able to step into the action as Coulson’s grand vision came to life.
 
Guitarist Josh Mak also revealed a special treat for fans… The video features an eye-catching neon green Ormsby GTI Hype Guitar, a custom instrument created specifically for this video, and that a lucky fan will have the chance to win this exact piece of history! Read more about the giveaway contest via this location.

Cover art Credit: Peter Coulson

While many symphonic metal acts lean into fantasy tropes, ANA focuses on a sophisticated evolution of the craft. Led by vocalist Anna Khristenko, the band members perform as masked super-humans. This visual identity is captured on the album cover by acclaimed Australian photographer Peter Coulson, bridging the gap between high fashion and the visceral intensity of symphonic metal. Produced by the creative duo of Josh Mak and Khristenko, the record finds a balance between orchestral grandeur and sonic precision. The heart of the record is found in “Shadow of Life”. Despite the title of the album, the band does not dwell on morbidity. Instead, the song treats death as a vital shadow that gives life its shape. It is a reminder to embrace the impermanence of existence as a catalyst for creativity. This celebration of the present moment elevates the record into a deep exploration of the human condition. Other standouts from the album include “Hate Me”. The album was produced by Anna Khristenko & Josh Mak, engineered & mixed by Chris Themelco (Eye of the Enemy, Naberus) at Monolith Studios, and mastered by Thomas “Plec” Johansson (Groove Armada, Soilwork, Mayhem) at The Panicroom Studio. Cover art for the album was shot by Peter Coulson. Motivated By Death by Ana will be released on May 29, 2026 via Eclipse Records.

Pre-Save or Pre-Order Motivated By Death on CD Digipak via Eclipse Records at this location.

Motivated By Death track listing
01. Hate Me
02. Shadow of Life
03. You Loved Me More Than I Love Myself
04. Following the Wind
05. Eyes of A Child
06. Sick Love
07. Papa
08. Aerials (System of A Down cover)

More information about Couture Symphonic Metal band ANA
ANA is an Australian symphonic metal band that blends the grandeur of orchestral arrangements with the visceral power of symphonic metal and modern hard rock, ensuring that “couture metal” is not just about the appearance of luxury, but the substance of the art itself.

Ana lineup
Anna Khristenko (Vocals), Josh Mak (Guitar), Cody Lamb (Bass), Andres Felipe Martinez Osorio (Drums), Mark Shi (Keys)

FIRES IN THE DISTANCE to Release New Album “Circadian Promise” on June 12th

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Connecticut melodic/melancholic death metal troupe FIRES IN THE DISTANCE will release their Circadian Promise full-length on June 12th via Prosthetic Records

With their third album, the band has elevated their melancholy, synth-embroidered signature to cathartic new heights. Circadian Promise is virtuosic yet visceral, progressive but always authentic, confirming FIRES IN THE DISTANCE as rising genre standouts.

“Our music stems from raw feeling,” said founding guitarist and songwriter Yegor Savonin. “Each new record depicts a different experience and time period in our lives, with which the sound and atmospherics evolve and reflect this as well.”

Originally conceived as a Savonin solo project in 2016, within four years, FIRES IN THE DISTANCE evolved into a full live band. Their acclaimed 2020 debut album for Prosthetic Records, Echoes From Deep November, was followed three years later by Air Not Meant For Us, a record that fused the band’s modern melodic death metal with elegantly orchestrated arrangements and rich storytelling.

Following a high-profile 2024 North American tour with Dark Tranquillity and Amorphis, FIRES IN THE DISTANCE reunited with longtime producer Dave Kaminsky and orchestration maestro Randy Slaugh (Tesseract, Devin Townsend) to craft Circadian Promise. Featuring new vocalist/guitarist Brendan Hayter, the album is without question FIRES IN THE DISTANCE’s bleakest and most embracing to date, constantly engaging and filler-free despite some of its six tracks running over nine minutes.

“This album is a little bit darker than the others,” explains Savonin. “It delves into the concept of spiritual death and losing your soul while still living and explores the existential concepts of accepting and coming to terms with and embracing the bleaker side of realities which we will all face at one point or another.”

Order here: https://shop.prostheticrecords.com/collections/fires-in-the-distance

DARK HORSE PROPHET Release New Single And Video ‘Confessions’

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Dark Horse Prophet (DHP) have released their new single “Confessions” via TLG|ZOID, distributed by Virgin Music Group. 

Heavy. Atmospheric. Unrelenting. DHP occupies the space where alternative metal sharpens its edge into something undeniably modern: massive low-end, dual-guitar precision, and a vocal presence that fills arenas and club floors alike. Music built on weight, melody, and the kind of groove that locks a crowd in place and does not let go.

“Confessions” is the lead single from Dark Horse Prophet. It is an alternative metal track built around emotional weight, the things left unsaid, and the moment before you say them out loud.

The song is intended for listeners who carry something heavy. It was written to articulate what most people cannot put into words. The music video deepens that intent with visual treatment of every line.

In addition to the release, Dark Horse Prophet have been confirmed for Milwaukee Metal Fest 2026, marking the band’s largest domestic festival slot to date.

“Confessions” is available now on all major streaming platforms.

Dark Horse Prophet is a Los Angeles alternative metal force built on equal parts weight and atmosphere. Thunderous riffs, commanding vocals, and the kind of groove that does not let go. Their sound lives at the collision point of modern metal’s precision and alternative metal’s emotional depth: punishing, melodic,
and completely uncompromising.


With coast-to-coast US tours, back-to-back European runs supporting Tim ‘Ripper’ Owens, and support slots alongside Ill Nino across Mexico and the UK, DHP has proven themselves on some of the most demanding stages in heavy music. Every night is a full-commitment performance. Every release pushes the boundary further.
Dark Horse Prophet is not chasing the heavy-music conversation. They are leading it.

The band also holds seven major gear endorsements, including Dean Guitars, ddrum, Yamaha, and Line 6, further cementing their presence as a rising force in the alternative metal world.

Dark Horse Prophet:
Tom Isom – Lead Vocals
Edward Wisztreich – Guitar
Jonni Law – Guitar
Tony Smith – Bass
Brent Terry – Drums, Vocals

For More Information Please Visit: Official Website – Instagram – Facebook – X – YouTube

EMILY WOLFE Releases New Single + Video ‘Lips’, Feat. Jesse Hughes

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Austin-based singer/songwriter and powerhouse guitarist Emily Wolfe returns with her new single  “Lips,”  featuring  Jesse Hughes of Eagles of Death Metal, available now through Judge & Jury Records. The track marks Wolfe’s first single from her forthcoming new album, exuding an equal amount of chemistry and swagger. Combining the swing of 70s rock with the cockiness of the 80s, the hyper-defined production from Gavin Brown (Three Days Grace, Barenaked Ladies, Metric) gives the song enough clarity to feel fresh and modern in 2026.

“This song feels like a full circle moment for me”, says Wolfe. “I grew up loving Eagles of Death Metal, so getting to write and watch Jesse Hughes sing this with me was surreal. It’s what happens when you find yourself creating alongside someone who shaped you, and realize they’re just as hungry to make something dangerous as you are. Writing it with Jesse was electric, and alongside producer Gavin Brown, we created something that’s familiar in all the right ways, but still has the bite of older rock records.”

Wolfe credits Hughes not only as a collaborator, but as a mentor in the studio, guiding her through her first-ever in-studio collaboration with another artist. A fan of Hughes since high school, Wolfe describes the experience as one of the most formative creative moments of her career.

Already an established force in rock, Wolfe has spent 13+ years building her reputation as a guitar-driven artist with millions of streams and major media recognition including The Wall Street Journal, MTV, Guitar Player, Paste, and American Songwriter. Her original song “Atta Blues” has surpassed 2 million streams on Spotify, further solidifying her growing global audience.

A proud Gibson partner, Wolfe has two signature guitar models created in her name. She also shares Gibson signature Epiphone status with Adam Jones (TOOL), a connection that may lead to Wolfe co-writing with Jones in the future. Wolfe was personally asked by the CEO of Gibson Guitars if she wanted to open for TOOL, later discovering that Jones was already a fan of her work.

Emily Wolfe has released three records, toured internationally, and shared stages with major acts including The Gaslight Anthem, TOOL, All Them Witches, and more. 

In support of the new single, Wolfe will be hitting the road throughout 2026 with a stacked run of high-profile performances. She will be supporting YUNGBLUD and The Warning for multiple shows in May, appearing alongside The Mountain Goats and The Menzingers at Sing Us Home Festival in May, and performing at Frank Turner’s festival in September. Additional tour announcements are expected soon.

“Emily Wolfe is great! We’re excited to have her join the IDOLS tour,” says Yungblud. 

“Lips” is available now on all major streaming platforms.

Emily Wolfe on tour:
Official dates: https://www.emilywolfemusic.com/

May 1-3: Sing Us Home 2026: Philadelphia, PA w/ The Menzingers, The Mountain Goats, Dave Hause

Supporting YUNGBLUD & The Warning:
May 25, 2026: Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre
May 28, 2026: Irving, TX @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
May 29, 2026: Austin, TX @ Moody Amphitheater

September 27: Lost Evenings IX 2026: Dallas, TX w/ Frank Turner, …And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead

For More Information Please Visit: Official Website – Spotify – Instagram – Facebook – TikTok – YouTube – Judge and Jury Records

Legendary Hard Rockers TESLA Announce New Album “Homage”, Out July 17th

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The acclaimed American hard rock band TESLA is proud to announce their new album, ‘Homage,’ set for release on July 17, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. Marking a full-circle moment in their storied career, the album finds the band returning to their roots with a collection of covers honoring some of rock’s most timeless hits.
 
To offer fans a taste of what to expect on ‘Homage,’ TESLA shares their cover of Climax Blues Band’s iconic track, “I Love You” (2026 Version). The new single arrives alongside an official video, available to view below. 
 
The band comments:
 
“‘I Love You,’ like all the tracks on ‘Homage,’ not only pays tribute to legends but gives us a chance to showcase our lead singer’s diversity as well as the musical dynamics we learned as a band many years ago.”

It is remarkable to reflect on the more than 40 years since TESLA began as a cover band performing in California nightclubs before going on to write and record original material and sell millions of albums.
 
Much like their musical heroes — The Beatles and The Rolling Stones—artists who honed their craft by performing songs from those who came before them, TESLA followed a similar path in their early years and continues to embrace the tradition of paying tribute through cover songs today.
 
‘Homage,’ the band’s upcoming album, not only honors legendary artists but also provides an opportunity to showcase lead singer Jeff Keith’s vocal diversity. The album stands as a thank-you expressed through music, an offering to the iconic voices and songs that shaped the band’s influences and, ultimately, their own songwriting. 
 
‘Homage’ is not about imitation, but acknowledgment, tracing the line from influence to identity, from listening to becoming. The project also arrives more than 20 years after the ‘Real to Reel’ series, a release that helped inspire the creation of a new original TESLA song, “Never Alone.”
 
The selected songs on ‘Homage’ were chosen for a variety of reasons, primarily representing some of the greatest vocalists of all time, including Elvis Presley, Freddie Mercury, Sam Cooke, David Ruffin, Etta James, and James Brown. Additional selections reflect songs the band grew up hearing on the radio and on their turntables.

On the upcoming album, TESLA shares:
 
“Our new album ‘Homage’ is a thank-you note written in sound. An offering to the great singers and songs that shaped the music we grew up listening to, and the songs we would eventually write. We hope you all enjoy this as much as we did making it. Thank you for all the years – Keep it Real and Keep On Rockin’!”
 
Pre-Order ‘Homage’ HERE

‘Homage’ Track List:
 
1. Never Alone (Original Song)
2. Bring It On Home (Sam Cooke Cover)
3. Spread Your Wings (Queen Cover)
4. I Wish It Would Rain (The Temptations Cover)
5. Night Moves (Bob Seger Cover)
6. If I Can Dream (Elvis Presley Cover)
7. Come And Get It (Badfinger Cover)
8. I Got You (James Brown Cover)
9. Give A Little Bit (Supertramp Cover)
10. I Love You (2026 Version)(Climax Blues Band Cover)
11. The Ballad Of Curtis Loew (Lynyrd Skynyrd Cover)
12. Have You Ever Seen The Rain (Creedence Clearwater Revival Cover)
13. I’d Rather Go Blind (Etta James Cover)
14. Mind Your Own Business – (Hank Williams Sr. Cover)

TESLA is excited to be hitting the road this summer on The Return of the Carnival of Sins Tour with Motley Crue and Extreme. The tour begins on July 17th in Burgettstown, PA, and winds its way through the United States before concluding in Ridgefield, WA on September 26th. For a full list of dates, please see below.

TESLA Live:
 
The Return of the Carnival of Sins Tour
w/ Motley Crue and Extreme

Jul 17 – Burgettstown, PA @ The Pavilion at Star Lake
Jul 18 – Buffalo, NY @ Darien Lake Amphitheater
Jul 20 – Clarkson, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre
Jul 22 – Toronto, ON @ RBC Amphitheatre
Jul 24 – Gilford, NH @ BankNH Pavilion
Jul 25 – Bangor, ME @ Maine Savings Amphitheater
Jul 27 – Camden, NJ @ Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
Jul 29 – Saratoga Springs, NY @ Saratoga Performing Arts Center
Jul 31 – Holmdel, NJ @ PNC Bank Arts Center
Aug 1 – Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center
Aug 3 – Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live
Aug 12 – Alpharetta, GA @ Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
Aug 14 – West Palm Beach, FL @ iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
Aug 15 – Tampa, FL @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
Aug 17 – Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion
Aug 19 – St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
Aug 21 – Shakopee, MN @ Mystic Lake Amphitheater
Aug 22 – Tinley Park, IL @ Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
Aug 24 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center
Aug 25 – Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center
Aug 27 – Grand Rapids, MI @ Acrisure Amphitheater
Aug 28 – Noblesville, IN @ Ruoff Music Center
Sep 8 – Kansas City, MO @ Morton Amphitheater
Sep 10 – Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion
Sep 11 – Houston, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Sep 13 – Albuquerque, NM @ Isleta Amphitheater
Sep 16 – Phoenix, AZ @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
Sep 18 – Chula Vista, CA @ North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
Sep 19 – Long Beach, CA @ Long Beach Amphitheater
Sep 21 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
Sep 23 – Wheatland, CA @ Toyota Amphitheatre
Sep 24 – Mountain View, CA @ Shoreline Amphitheater
Sep 26 – Ridgefield, WA @ Cascades Amphitheater

TESLA are:
Jeff Keith – Vocals
Frank Hannon – Guitar, Keyboards, Piano, Organ, Backing Vocals
Dave Rude – Guitar, Backing Vocals, Bass
Brian Wheat – Bass, Keyboards, Piano, Backing Vocals
Steve Brown – Drums and Percussion
 
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