‘SHOTGUN’ is the debut single from UK ROCK band BRISAN, bringing together hard rock, southern rock, with classic and doomy under tones in a song that hits hard.
“‘SHOTGUN’is a middle finger to the lies and the people who think they can get away with anything. A world full of smoke, mirrors and manufactured fear, where truth is twisted, promises are worthless and those at the top keep playing their games while the rest of us pick up the pieces. It’s about seeing through the act and refusing to play along. “Bang, bang, bang like a shotgun to the face” is a metaphor for the moment when the lies and manipulation hit home. Waking up to the reality behind the performance.”
Blending rock, post grunge and southern rock into a powerful contemporary sound, BRISAN draw inspiration from varied artists including Guns N’ Roses, Nirvana, Seether, Metallica, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Peter Gabriel, while carving out a voice that is unmistakably their own. Their music channels the raw energy of ’70s rock and the weight and intensity of ’00s post grunge. The result is a sound that feels both familiar and hitting, melodic and emotionally resonant.
On stage, BRISAN deliver riff fresh, hard driven performances defined by tight musicianship, dynamic interplay and a compelling presence. Their sound connects across genres, from metal lovers and dedicated rock fans to broader festival audiences.
Formed by Steve Leonard in 2025 as Stephen Brian Leonard Band (SBLB), then rebranding to BRISAN, a new name but the same powerful songs and line up. The SBLB’s inaugural gig was at the legendary Leo’s Red Lion venue in Gravesend, in April 2025, supporting Fury. This led to a coveted slot on the VIP stage at Maid of Stone Festival 2025 a few months later, and several other shows across the UK.
There has been regular radio play, with appearances on UK stations Planet Rock, Total Rock Radio, Emerging Rock Bands, Scotland Rocks Radio and Rock Radio UK, amongst others. Overseas support includes Metal Devastation Radio, Wild Dogs Radio and Boston Rocks Radio (USA) and Barracuda Rock Radio (Netherlands)
Upcoming Live Show:
2027: 27th Mar The Carlisle – Hastings, Sussex
BRISAN are: Steve Leonard – Vocals & Guitar Craig Southby – Drums & Backing Vocals Arran Greeno – Guitar Will Chalmers – Bass Guitar & Backing Vocals
Necromantic Doom Metallers SICKWOOD have unveiled “Vultures”, the second single from their forthcoming debut full-length “May the Surface Be Condemned”, set for worldwide release on November 20 via This Charming Man Records.
The track is accompanied by a brand new music video, produced by Mara Sverdrup and Maurizio Fabio famà, which you can watch here:
Formed in 2024, SICKWOOD conjure a sound they call ‘Necromantic Stoner-Doom’: thick, sludgy, and crushingly heavy, carried by walls of Orange amps and dense, persistent fuzz. Over this low-end, shadow-drenched instrumental landscape, a female voice moves effortlessly between hauntingly clean melodies and feral growls.
Lyrically, the band draws listeners into a world suspended between the psychedelic and the monstrous; a dark, metaphor-laden critique of the modern world system, inhabited by chthonic deities and enchanted woods.
Born from a fateful meeting between Maurizio Fabio Fama (guitars) and Mara Sverdrup (bass/vocals) in December 2024, the lineup was completed when Valerio Urbani (drums) joined on drums in September 2025. After a series of live shows in their hometown of Rome, the trio entered the studio to record the band’s full-length album.
“May the Surface Be Condemned” was mixed and mastered by renowned sound architect Stefano Morabito at 16th Cellar Studio (Fleshgod Apocalypse, Hour of Penance), with visually arresting artwork provided by Coito Negato.
With “May the Surface Be Condemned”, SICKWOOD establish themselves as one of the most promising new voices in the Italian doom scene – heavy, eerie, and uncompromising. The album arrives on November 20 via This Charming Man Records, and is available for pre-order via BANDCAMP or at THIS LOCATION
SICKWOOD are: Mara Sverdrup – Bass & Vocals Maurizio Fabio Fama – Guitars Valerio Urbani – Drums
Southern Californian blues rockers Robert Jon & The Wreck are pleased to announce they will embark on a UK tour in October 2027. Planet Rock’s 48-hour ticket pre-sale will start at 10am GMT on Wednesday November 11th via planetrock.com.
The dates are London, Electric Ballroom (October 14), Manchester, Academy 2 (October 15), Edinburgh, Queen’s Hall (October 16), Newcastle, Boiler Shop (October 17) and Ramsgate, The Granville Theatre (October 19).
The announcement follows the release of Robert Jon & The Wreck’s album, Wreckage Volume 3 featuring their Planet Rock playlisted single, “Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is.”
Hailing from Southern California, Robert Jon & The Wreck take the Southern rock sound from the East Coast and make it their own. Since their inception in 2011, these native Californians featuring Robert Jon Burrison (lead vocals, guitar), Andrew Espantman (drums, background vocals), Henry James Schneekluth (lead guitar, background vocals), Warren Murrel (bass), and recent member, Jake Abernathie (keyboards), have been electrifying audiences all over the world with their soaring guitar leads, rich vocal harmonies, and memorable tunes.
A new chapter is calling for Robert Jon & The Wreck; fans old and new are invited along for the ride. Get ready to celebrate change, rebirth, and the unstoppable spirit of rock ’n’ roll. Keep an eye out for more news as the next chapter unfolds.
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12 October 2027 Leuven, Belgium – Het Depot 14 October 2027 London, UK – The Electric Ballroom 15 October 2027 Manchester, UK – Academy 2 16 October 2027 Edinburgh, UK – The Queen’s Hall 17 October 2027 Newcastle, UK – Boiler Shop 19 October 2027 Ramsgate, UK – The Granville 20 October 2027 Paris, France – Alhambra 22 October 2027 Groningen, Netherlands – Oosterpoort 23 October 2027 Hengelo, Netherlands – Metropool 24 October 2027 Köln, Germany – Die Kantine 26 October 2027 Hamburg, Germany – Fabrik 27 October 2027 Berlin, Germany – Columbia Theatre 28 October 2027 Mannheim, Germany – Alte Feuerwache 29 October 2027 Munich, Germany – Strom 30 October 2027 Vienna, Austria – Szene Wien 01 November 2027 Milano, Italy – Legend Club 03 November 2027 Zaragoza, Spain – Sala Oasis 04 November 2027 Bilbao, Spain – Santana 27 05 November 2027 Madrid, Spain – Sala Wagon 06 November 2027 Barcelona, Spain – Apolo 2
ROBERT JON & THE WRECK – BIOGRAPHY
Hailing from Southern California, Robert Jon & The Wreck bring the Southern rock sound established on the East Coast to the West Coast. Since forming in 2011, the five native Californians have electrified audiences globally with soaring guitar leads, infectious grooves and rich vocal harmonies.
The band comprises Robert Jon Burrison (lead vocals, guitar), Andrew Espantman (drums, background vocals), Henry Schneekluth (lead guitar, background vocals), Warren Murrel (bass), and Jake Abernathie (keyboards).
With yearly European tours now becoming an integral part of their touring regiment, Robert Jon & The Wreck found their flow being on the road most of the year, returning to California and prolifically pumping out new material.
Their sixth studio album, the critically acclaimed Shine a Light on Me Brother, was released in 2021. On September 30, 2022, The Wreck recently released Wreckage Vol. 2, a collection of exclusive in-studio and live concert performances recorded from 2020 – 2022 on Joe Bonamassa’s KTBA Records. On August 4, 2023, the band released Ride into The Light via Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records to critical acclaim.
On June 28, 2024, the band released their album Red Moon Rising featuring the singles Ballad of A “Broken Hearted Man,” “Stone Cold Killer,” and title track “Red Moon Rising.”
On August 22, 2025, the band released their critically acclaimed ninth album Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes produced by Grammy-award winning producer Dave Cobb. The album features the singles “Ashes in the Snow,” Highway, “Better of Me,” and many more.
On January 30, 2026, Robert Jon & The Wreck released the single “Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is” from their album Wreckage Vol. 3. This was followed by the release of the single “Arroyo” on May 1, 2026.
Helsinki-based experimental doom outfit RADIEN return with a haunting new track, available now on all digital platforms, ahead of their new album TUNTEMATON due in early 2027 via Argonauta Records.
Finnish experimental doom force Radien unveil their brand-new single “Unenharmaa”, available now on all major digital streaming platforms. The track offers the first glimpse into the band’s forthcoming full-length album, scheduled for release in early 2027 through Argonauta Records.
With “Unenharmaa”, Radien invite listeners into a vast and unsettling sonic dimension, where crushing heaviness, dissonant textures and eerie atmospheres converge. True to the band’s distinctive approach, the track unfolds as an immersive journey through cosmic darkness, exploring the fragile boundaries between existence, the unknown and the infinite.
Describing the track’s narrative, the band explains:
“Unenharmaa sees the album’s wandering protagonist pass through the fabric of the cosmos in a dreamlike state and experience an absolute transformation as they approach the event horizon and allow themselves to connect with the unknown void.”
Formed in Helsinki in 2014, Radien have spent over a decade developing a formidable sonic identity, merging monolithic doom riffs, droning passages and ghostly melodies into an overwhelming wall of sound. With “Unenharmaa”, the band opens the door to their next creative chapter, offering a first glimpse of what promises to be their most immersive journey yet.
“Unenharmaa” is available now on all digital platforms.
Mixed and mastered by Grammy Award-winning producer Marc Urselli, TUNTEMATON promises to take Radien’s immersive sonic universe to even darker and more extreme territories.
POWERWOLF Set to Conquer Europe’s Biggest Arenas in Autumn 2027!
What began as an unconventional project in 2004 has evolved into one of the most successful heavy metal bands in the world. With five No. 1 albums on the Official German Album Charts, gold and platinum certifications, sold-out arena tours, and acclaimed performances on the world’s biggest festival stages, POWERWOLF have long since cemented their place at the forefront of international metal. Following their most extensive headline tour to date in support of their latest No. 1 album, “Wake Up the Wicked”, their first sold-out headline show at London’s historic Wembley Arena, and their monumental headline performance at Wacken Open Air 2026, the wolves are now ready to embark on the next chapter of their remarkable success story.
In autumn 2027, POWERWOLF will bring their Moral & Madness World Tour to some of Europe’s most prestigious venues. With a gigantic new stage production and a brand-new studio album in tow, POWERWOLF promise a live spectacle that will eclipse anything they have delivered before. The heavy metal mass will reach an entirely new dimension: more opulent, more intense, and brought to life through a breathtaking production that unleashes the full force of the band’s unmistakable universe.
Falk Maria Schlegel comments: “We’re incredibly excited to hit the road again in autumn 2027 and bring the ultimate POWERWOLF show to you! We’ll be coming with a brand-new, huge production, and trust me, it’s going to be massive. We can’t wait to get back on stage, feel that energy again and celebrate these shows together with all of you. We’ve got a lot of mind-blowing things planned! This is going to be awesome!”
To get in the mood, watch the epic, elaborate Moral & Madness reel here:moralandmadness.com
Of course, POWERWOLF won’t be marching in procession alone: Finland’s very own cello metal legends APOCALYPTICA will join the tour as special guests, while Swedish rising stars MAJESTICA (featuring former SABATON guitarist Tommy Johansson) will open the heavy metal mass each night.
POWERWOLF – MORAL & MADNESS WORLD TOUR 2027 Presented by EMP 27.10.27 LU – Esch-sur-Alzette / Rockhal 29.10.27 DE – Berlin / Uber Arena 30.10.27 DE – Cologne / Lanxess Arena 31.10.27 BE – Antwerp / Lotto Arena 02.11.27 UK – Manchester / Co-op Live 03.11.27 UK – London / OVO Arena Wembley 05.11.27 FR – Paris / Accor Arena 06.11.27 NL – Amsterdam / Ziggo Dome 07.11.27 DE – Hamburg / Barclays Arena 09.11.27 PL – Krakow / Tauron Arena 10.11.27 HU – Budapest / MVM Dome 12.11.27 CZ – Prague / O2 Arena 13.11.27 AT – Vienna / Stadthalle 15.11.27 IT – Milan / Unipol Forum 16.11.27 CH – Zurich / Hallenstadion 18.11.27 DE – Stuttgart / Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle 19.11.27 DE – Frankfurt / Festhalle 20.11.27 DE – Munich / Olympiahalle 11.12.27 DK – Copenhagen / Royal Arena 12.12.27 SE – Gothenburg / Scandinavium 14.12.27 NO – Oslo / Spektrum 16.12.27 FI – Helsinki / Ice Hall 18.12.27 SE – Stockholm / Hovet
Fan Pre-Sale: November 10, 2026 – 11:00 am CET Local Pre-Sale: November 11, 2026 – 11:00 am CET General Onsale: November 13, 2026 – 11:00 am CET
For those who want to make their POWERWOLF night even more exciting, tickets for the SPECIAL VIP EXPERIENCE will also be available.
A new chapter. A new album. A new Metal Mass.
POWERWOLF are: Attila Dorn – vocals Falk Maria Schlegel – organ Charles Greywolf – guitar Matthew Greywolf – guitar Roel van Helden – drums POWERWOLF online: HOMEPAGE FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK NAPALM RECORDS
German heavy metal legends GRAVE DIGGER present “Legends Never Die”, the next single from their upcoming studio album Faces of Pain, set for release on January 15, 2027, via Reaper Entertainment.
Following its exclusive radio premiere on Germany’s ROCK ANTENNE last Sunday, GRAVE DIGGER have now unleashed the official music video – an elaborate animated production created in collaboration with the renowned RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia.
The video was developed and produced by students from RMIT’s Bachelor of Design (Animation & Interactive Media) program. Directed by Aaron McLoughlin and brought to life by the RMIT AIM Studio Student Team 2026, the result is an impressive visual experience that combines GRAVE DIGGER’s powerful heavy metal sound with an extraordinary world of animation.
What makes this production particularly remarkable is that the entire animated video was created without the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Every animation, character design and visual element was brought to life through the creativity, dedication and craftsmanship of the Australian production team.
Musically, “Legends Never Die” is a powerful heavy metal anthem, driven by striking guitar riffs, an infectious chorus and the unmistakably gritty voice of Chris Boltendahl. The track combines the band’s classic trademarks with the energy and passion that have defined GRAVE DIGGER for more than four decades.
Chris Boltendahl comments on “Legends Never Die”:
“After tackling a very serious subject from the past with our first single, ‘The Number’, while focusing on the hope for a better future, we’re now heading in a completely different direction with our second single, ‘Legends Never Die’.
With this song, we pay tribute to the good old 1980s – the era when the first and second waves of German True Metal conquered the world. Anyone who knows us knows that we don’t take ourselves too seriously. ‘Legends Never Die’ is a humorous homage to our own roots and to the entire scene.
Lyrically, we’re having quite a laugh at our own expense. We tell the story of a band that, due to its advanced age, has basically been put out to pasture. But through the intervention of strange, mysterious forces, the band suddenly regains its strength. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, it returns to rock the stages and shake up the scene once again.
Behind all the humor and tongue-in-cheek attitude, however, there’s also a deeper message that’s very close to our hearts: True legends are simply indestructible. Even when they’re no longer physically with us, their spirit, their songs and their legacy will live on forever in people’s hearts.
With “Legends Never Die”, GRAVE DIGGER offer another powerful taste of their upcoming studio album “Faces of Pain”. Following the straightforward, old-school approach of their 45th anniversary album “Bone Collector”, the band continue down the same path, delivering a new record that is energetic, uncompromising and as diverse as ever.
Razor-sharp riffs, massive choruses and Chris Boltendahl’s unmistakably gritty vocals form the foundation of the album. Fast-paced heavy metal bangers such as “Faces of Pain” and “Satan’s Tango” stand alongside riff-driven mid-tempo anthems like “The Number”, “Legends Never Die” and “When The World Is Calling You”. Meanwhile, tracks such as “Dead Sun” and “Say Hello To The Devil” reveal the band’s particularly heavy and darker side.
Pre-orders for the new GRAVE DIGGER album are already underway!Faces of Pain will be released on January 15, 2027, via Reaper Entertainment and will be available in various formats and limited editions.
Starting in January 2027, GRAVE DIGGER will also bring the new material to the stage. On the “Legends Never Die Tour”, fans can experience the unbroken live power of this German heavy metal institution.
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Discography Heavy Metal Breakdown (1984) Witch Hunter (1985) War Games (1986) Stronger Than Ever (1987) The Reaper (1993) Heart Of Darkness (1995) Tunes Of War (1996) Knights Of The Cross (1998) Excalibur (1999) The Grave Digger (2001) Rheingold (2003) The Last Supper (2005) Liberty Or Death (2007) Ballads of a Hangman (2009) The Clans Will Rise Again (2010) The Clans Are Still Marching (2011) Clash Of The Gods (2012) Return of the Reaper (2014) Healed by Metal (2017) The Living Dead (2018) Fields of Blood (2020) Symbol Of Eternity (2022) Bone Collector (2025)
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