MALICE IN WONDERLAND & CHRIS WICKED Release ‘Dying Breed’ – The Final Chapter of the Anniversary Comeback

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Bergen-based dark rock outfit MALICE IN WONDERLAND release their new single “Dying Breed” today on 07.04.2026 marking the third and final instalment of the band’s anniversary comeback.

The track serves as both a closing statement and a transition point. Released as a co-release with Chris Wicked, “Dying Breed” will be the last under the Malice In Wonderland name. Future releases will continue under the Chris Wicked banner.

“It’s about holding on to who you are, even when it feels like you’re the last of your kind,” says Chris Wicked.

Musically, the single reconnects with the band’s earlier sound. Prior to their debut album, Malice In Wonderland released three EPs rooted more firmly in gothic rock — an influence that resurfaces here. “Dying Breed” leans into darker tones and atmosphere, echoing those origins while framing the project’s next phase.

ABOUT MALICE IN WONDERLAND

Norway’s premier goth n’ roll band, Malice In Wonderland, first made waves on the local scene in the late ’90s and early 2000s, before exploding onto the international stage with their 2005 debut album.

Fronted by the enigmatic Chris Wicked, the band quickly built a global following, with fan clubs spanning the world. They toured across Europe and Asia, shared stages with legends like Def Leppard, and appeared in numerous TV shows and productions. Their breakout single “Lucifer’s Town” became a viral hit on MySpace, racking up over a million plays and cementing their cult status.

Two decades after their debut—and ten years after their farewell tour—Norway’s ultimate goth n’ roll cult returns to release the final single of their anniversary trilogy.

City: Bergen
Country: Norway
Artist: Malice In Wonderland & Chris Wicked
Single title: Dying Breed
Release date: April 7, 2026
Label: Raven Black Recordings
Genre: Goth rock, goth metal

Credits:
Chris Wickeed – Vocals, backing vocals, music, lyrics, arrangements
Eskil Sæter – Bass, guitar, backing vocals, synths, engineering, arrangements, producing
Marius Mathisen – Drums, percussion, engineering, arrangements, producing
Terje Tjervaag: mixing
Hugo Alverstein: mastering

More info: www.chriswicked.net

FREDDY JONES BAND Featured by NASA as ‘In a Daydream’ Wakes Artemis II Crew

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FREDDY JONES BAND has reached a new milestone that quite literally extends beyond this world. Today, NASA selected the band’s song “In a Daydream” as the official wake-up music for the Artemis II crew on Flight Day 3, marking a historic moment where the band’s music was broadcast to astronauts traveling toward the Moon.

According to NASA’s mission update, the crew was awakened with“In a Daydream” as they prepared for key mission operations, including trajectory correction maneuvers and continued lunar approach procedures. This tradition of playing music to start the astronauts’ day has long been a symbolic and motivational part of human spaceflight and now includes the Freddy Jones Band in its legacy.

“This is one of those moments you dream about as a musician, but never quite imagine happening,” said Marty Lloyd, lead vocals and guitar for the Freddy Jones Band. “The idea that our music is part of America’s journey to the Moon – literally soundtracking a moment in human history – is incredibly humbling. ‘In a Daydream’ has always been about escape, reflection, and possibility… and now it’s traveled farther than we ever could have imagined.”

Rich Ross, longtime member and bassist states that the song has always been historic for us and we know it’s one of the main reasons that people have come to see the band for over 30 years.  Marty Lloyd echoed the sentiment: “It’s surreal. You spend your life making music hoping it connects with people, and then one day you find out it’s being played in space. That’s unreal. We’re beyond grateful to NASA and the Artemis II crew, this is something we’ll carry with us forever.”

Freddy Jones Band, known for their signature sounds from the 90s and current sound of alternative rock has built a loyal following over decades of touring and recording. This recognition by NASA introduces their music to an entirely new frontier, cementing their place in a moment of cultural and scientific significance.

STREAM “In A Daydream” (30th Anniversary Edition)

About Freddy Jones Band:


The Freddy Jones Band is an American Alternative Rock group known for their dynamic live performances and genre-blending sound, combining elements of rock, blues, and Americana. With a career spanning decades, the band continues to create and perform music that resonates deeply with audiences across generations.

More information: https://freddyjonesband.net

MICHAEL SWEET Releases New “The Master Plan” Album with Lyric Video for ‘Worship You’

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MICHAEL SWEET, best known as the frontman for the multi-platinum Christian rock band STRYPER, has officially released his highly anticipated new solo album, The Master Plan. Co-produced by Sweet and Jeff Savage (TobyMac, Jars of Clay, Natalie Imbruglia), the new album is available everywhere today via Frontiers Music Srl.

Order your copy HERE.

Watch the lyric video for “Worship You” here:

A deeply personal and sonically expansive project, The Master Plan marks a bold departure from Sweet’s signature hard rock sound, showcasing an eclectic mix of influences that reflect his musical roots and lifelong inspirations.

Unlike anything in his extensive catalog, The Master Plan offers listeners a fresh perspective on Sweet’s artistry. “It’s totally different… it’s not a rock record. It’s an eclectic mix of everything I grew up on,” he explains. “I didn’t want to follow any rules—I just wanted to do whatever I wanted to do.”

Beyond its musical diversity, the album carries a strong message of faith, perseverance, and encouragement—hallmarks of Sweet’s decades-long career.

“I hope people can be lifted up, encouraged, inspired… if I can help someone through a song, I’ve done my job,” Sweet shares. “It was therapeutic for me, and I want it to be for other people as well.”

With The Master Plan, Sweet continues to evolve as an artist while staying grounded in the message and mission that have defined his career—from global success with Stryper to a prolific solo journey.

Album Art: Rafael Tavares, Designer, Tavares Artwork

‘The Master Plan’ Track List:

  1. The Master Plan
  2. Lord
  3. Stronger
  4. Eternally
  5. You Lead I’ll Follow
  6. Desert Stream
  7. Believer
  8. Again
  9. Faith
  10. Worship You

For four decades, Sweet has fronted iconic Christian rock band STRYPER, renowned for its distinctive brand of “heavenly metal” and extraordinary crossover success. With over 10 million albums sold worldwide, the group ascended to prominence in the 1980s with Billboard Top 40 hits like “Calling on You,” “Honestly,” and “Always There for You,” and has maintained a global fanbase ever since. STRYPER is the first band to ever have two songs in MTV’s Top 10 simultaneously with their hits “Free” and “Honestly.” Sweet also has a successful solo career, is a founding member of rock outfit Sweet & Lynch, and he served as the vocalist & guitarist for the legendary classic rock band BOSTON from 2007-2011.

For more information, visit www.MichaelSweet.com.

WEAK & MORTAL Release Debut EP “The Darkest Places On The Earth”

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After CORTEGE went on hiatus in early 2025, Sebastian Bartek and Kamil Szuszkiewicz decided to continue their musical activities under the name WEAK AND MORTAL. The duo remained within the death metal genre, but the musicians decided to open themselves up to other sounds, which resulted with progressive structures of the songs in the introduction of electronics and samples into their music.

After unsuccessfully searching for new band members, Sebastian and Kamil decided to record their debut material independently.

In December 2025, the duo entered the Czech DiGaZ Recording Studio in Karviná, where they recorded their debut EP, “The Darkest Places on the Earth.” Tom “Digaz” Pletnický (Inferno, Thenemis) was behind the console, significantly influencing the final shape of the music. Cover artwork was done by Kamil Szuszkiewicz.

WEAK AND MORTAL‘s debut EP contains four tracks, comprising nearly twenty-five minutes of dark, heavy, unconventional, and at times downright anthemic music. 

EP was released on March 31, 2026 by German label A.D.G Records (mailorder: adg.militia@gmail.com). We invite you to listen to the entire EP on the Forever Misanthropia Youtube channel.

TRACKLIST:

01. Human-infested
02. Begging for death
03. Blood communion
04. The bad source

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Former HADES Bassist Jimmy Schulman Discusses: “I could have been a Ramone”

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Just recently THE BASEMENT BROADCAST conducted a video interview with former HADES bassist Jimmy Schulman:

“I had a shot at joining the Ramones—and yeah, it’s as wild as it sounds! After Dee Dee Ramone stepped away, the band was looking for a new bassist. I came out of the THRASH METAL scene playing in HADES and tried to break into one of the most iconic punk bands of all time. This is the real story of what happened, what they were actually looking for, and why it didn’t work out. I was ready for the bangs. From the outside, it might seem like just another audition—but the Ramones weren’t just hiring a player. They were protecting a sound, an image, and a legacy.”

Jimmy was one of only three bassists to be called back to audition a 2nd time. If you’re into punk history, behind-the-scenes music stories, or “almost made it” moments, this one’s for you.”

Schulman went on to play bass for Vessel Of Light on their Thy Serpent Rise and Last Ride albums as well as Cassius King with Jason McMaster. Bost bands featured Jimmy’s old Hades guitarist Dan Lorenzo.

Watch the video ‘I COULDA BEEN A RAMONE…HERE’S WHAT HAPPENED!’ here:

DELBHOY KENNEDY’s New Single ‘Sky’s The Limit’ Out Now

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Leith native DELBHOY KENNEDY has coined the genre Future Nostalgia — harbouring the past in his bones, the future in his boots, and a chorus within big enough to birth a symphony of vocal supporters.

Recent nationwide sell out support tours with Tom Meighan, Peter Doherty, Dodgy & a run of wild nights in Dublin with Irish renegades KNEECAP have opened the floodgates to a dedicated fanbase & high profile supporters, including Chris Hawkins of BBC 6 Music — a station built on the curiosity of cult heroes.

Managed by Manchester based Broken Wing Club, the team turned to seasoned producer Nick Brine, the man who’s fingerprints graced classic albums by Oasis, The Stone Roses, Teenage Fanclub. ‘Delbhoy’ subsequently signed to the record his label FLIP FLOP Records & is set for his debut single ‘Sky’s The Limit‘ release, out now.

Order here: https://artists.landr.com/991043129141

Delbhoy Kennedy “Sky’s The Limit” the moment the horizon cracks open. Recorded at the iconic ROCKFIELD STUDIOS by legendary producer NICK BRINE & laced with guitar lines from AZIZ IBRAHIM that shimmer like heat off tarmac, together, they help Delbhoy turn a song into a skyline.

Delbhoy Kennedy, Brokenwingclub & Flip Flop Records are not just climbing — they are breaking through.

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