ROCK JUSTICE is a new hard rock/metal act featuring singer Maggy Luyten (Ayreon, Beautiful Sin, The Prize, ex-Nightmare) and guitarist Bas Maas (Doro, After Forever). The upcoming debut album, „You’ve Been Served“ blends varied song styles, tied together by a nostalgic vibe and well-crafted production. The musical direction was clear: Rock ’n’ Roll! Anything between hard rock and metal was welcome as long as it came from the heart. With ’70s and ’80s hard rock and metal running through their veins, the chemistry felt natural.
Today, ROCK JUSTICE release their new, second single, along with a video clip for the track “Rocker’s Confession“. Maggy Luyten comments: „You can lie to people, but not to music. It won’t judge or tell you what to do. Instead, it makes you feel and react in the most natural way, no need to think, just listen and let it all in.“
ROCK JUSTICE is completed by bass player Nick McGrath, a close friend of Bas since the late ’90s and drummer Mischa Aussems. „You’ve Been Served“ was produced by Bas Maas, co-produced by Maggy Luyten, and mixed and mastered by Luca Princiotta (Doro, a.o.). The album will be released on June 26th, 2026, via Fireflash Records. It’s an album meant to inspire, lift spirits and celebrate life. For Maggy and Bas, the goal is clear: “To touch people, bring positive energy and keep real shit alive, now more than ever!”
ROCK JUSTICE is: Maggy Luyten – Vocals Bas Maas – Guitars, backing vocals Nick McGrath – Bass, backing vocals Mischa Aussems – Drums
Liminal Sky is the rebirth of the creative partnership behind progressive post rock band Messenger, brought to life by producer Jaime Gomez Arellano and Daniel Knight. Their debut album All Tomorrow’s Darkness, featuring Mat McNerney (Hexvessel/Grave Pleasures), Kristoffer Rygg (Ulver) and members of Årabrot, Ulver and Jaga Jazzist will be released on 19th June, via Karisma Records.
Liminal Sky are now releasing the second single ‘A Solitary Future’, feat. Ulver.
Liminal Sky comment: “‘A Solitary Future’ explores the urge to escape your own mind, and the acceptance that some forms of solitude can’t be outrun. Kristoffer (Ulver) understood the emotional space immediately and his voice and harmonies give a sense of the vastness of distance and inevitability. This song is about fading light, unshared memories, and moving forward alone.“
Liminal Sky is the meeting point of two musicians searching for a way out of the darkness. Continuing their work from their previous band Messenger, Jaime Gomez Arellano and Daniel Knight channel sadness and loss into a shared musical language. The borderland between despondency and tear-stained hope has a name: Liminal Sky.
Progressive, widescreen guitars chime out, stark yet luminous, barren yet revealing as Liminal Sky layers and climaxes each song to a heady reverberating crescendo. The instrumentation on All Tomorrow’s Darkness is seamlessly eclectic, and spirited by a constellation of guest musicians and voices who appear throughout. Mat McNerney’s vocals and lyrics on six of the album’s nine tracks form the backbone of the record. Crafting the lyrics and vocal arrangements together with Gomez and Knight in Finland to establish the soul of their debut album, McNerney’s words articulate the album’s terrain. Having recently lost his mother, McNerney brought a profound personal resonance with songs like ‘In Some Secret Universe’ and ‘Algebra of Unknowing’ expanding the album’s honesty and depth.
Other voices move through All Tomorrow’s Darkness like spectral presences: Kristoffer Rygg (Ulver) brings a fragile, shimmering intensity to two tracks, while Karin Park (Årabrot) adds raw emotional gravity to ‘Penance,’ and Daniel O’Sullivan (Ulver, Æthenor, Grumbling Fur, Årabrot collaborator) provides a haunting vocal invocation on the title track. Around them, instrumental colours bloom across the record’s expanse with Lars Horntveth (Jaga Jazzist, The National Bank) threading saxophone, synths and lap steel, while Alicia Nurho (violinist/violist in contemporary classical & experimental music) paints the album with pale, trembling strings. Anders Møller (Kåre & The Cavemen / Euroboys, Ulver live percussionist) deepens the rhythmic pulse with ritualistic percussion, Tore Ylwizaker (Ulver) in one of his last recorded performances contributes a ghostly piano refrain, and Ole Alexander Halstensgård (Ulver) shadows the soundscape with dissolving electronic textures. Finally, Matt Rozeik (Necro Deathmort) (multi-instrumentalist/producer known for atmospheric electronic and alternative rock work) adds subtle, smouldering synth tones. Every collaborator adds texture without altering direction, held together by Gomez’s careful production and cohesive sonic identity for clarity and atmosphere.
Released worldwide by Karisma Records on 19th June, All Tomorrow’s Darkness introduces Liminal Sky as a music of fearless vulnerability. It is melancholic post-rock scraped down to bone, grief and beauty without resolution. For fans of Messenger, (early) Opeth,Jeff Buckley, Ulver, The Mars Volta, Anathema, Radiohead, Godspeed You! Black Emperor, Sigur Rós, and Talk Talk’s Spirit of Eden era.
All Tomorrow’s Darkness marks both an ending and a beginning: a final chapter in a long, difficult period for its creators, and the opening of a new path for Liminal Sky. Gomez has already begun writing the next Liminal Sky album. Whether out of necessity or instinct, the world of Liminal Sky continues to expand, bleakly, beautifully and lit by the faint glow that appears when all other lights have gone out.
Tracklist: 1. Some Other Time 2. A Solitary Future 3. In Some Secret Universe 4. Forget Me Not 5. Penance 6. The Weight of Heaven 7. Algebra of Unknowing 8. Oar on the Mooring 9. All Tomorrow’s Darkness
Liminal Sky are: Jaime Gomez Arellano Daniel Knight
Noveria has a brand new line-up, a new studio album soon to be released by Scarlet Records and will perform at ProgPower USA 2026 (day 1)!
Founder & leader of the acclaimed Italian prog-power metal unit, guitarist and producer Francesco Mattei states:
«Every evolution demands courage. Today, we embrace change and step into a new era of Noveria. New faces, same fire and ready to push beyond every limit we’ve ever known.
Please welcome Francesco Marino, Paolo Campitelli, and Paolo Conte to the brotherhood. The journey continues, stronger than before.
A new album is ready to be unleashed, marking the beginning of this next chapter. And with this line-up, we will be proudly taking the stage at ProgPower USA in Atlanta, one of the world’s most iconic festivals.
This is Noveria. The next era begins now.»
Noveria: Francesco Marino – vocals Francesco Mattei – guitar Paolo Campitelli – keyboards Andrea Arcangeli – bass Paolo Conte – drums
Troubles crash onto the scene with Red Alert, a debut that doesn’t waste a second. The album is a feral mix of grit, hooks and raw, emotionally charged vocals that plants the band firmly on the garage punk map.
Out now, the album is a relentless sprint. Most tracks clock in under two minutes, tearing past before you’ve caught your breath. The band only lets up on the final track — the record’s sole moment to stretch beyond the three-minute mark.
Already tipped as Radio Helsinki’s Musamusa Album of the Month ahead of release, Red Alert has also picked up airplay across Europe and the US with singles “Gimme Danger” and “Ghouls”.
Lyrically, the record cuts through the usual love-and-heartbreak tropes and digs into darker territory — life, death and everything in between — with a sharp, unapologetic punk edge.
Lyrically, the album moves through timeless themes like love, heartbreak, life and death — while its sharp sense of social commentary points to the band’s strong punk roots.
“‘Eve’ is a pretty clear feminist anthem, while ‘Promises’ deals with the sexual harassment and violence women face,” says vocalist-guitarist Ida-Lotta.
Recorded with producer Ville Valavuo, who also handled mixing and mastering, Red Alert captures the band at their most immediate and unfiltered. The DIY ethos runs deep, with the band also creating their own artwork.
“We sound exactly like ourselves on this record. It was great to hear that even the extra ideas we came up with in the rehearsal space, like piano parts, worked perfectly. Working with Ville was easy, he just got what we were after,” says bassist Laura.
Formed in 2023, Troubles are doing things their own way. The band have openly rejected Spotify, citing its monopoly and investment practices, making Red Alert available everywhere else instead.
“We know we could reach more listeners there, but sticking to our values matters more. We want to be part of a change for the better,” Ida-Lotta adds.
Troubles hit the road this spring and summer, celebrating the release at Helsinki’s Lepakkomies on May Eve with Rokets and Paha Lucia, before joining Australian outfit STERÖID for shows in Tampere and Helsinki later in May.
Red Alert vinyl is available to order, among others, via Blue Bear Shop.
Red Alert – tracklist:
A:
Ghouls – 2:51
Promises – 1:21
Cry Days – 2:23
Swallow Me – 1:55
Haunting – 1:51
B:
Gimme Danger – 2:05
Eve – 1:48
Sick – 1:36
Honey – 1:57
Full Moon – 3:32
Upcoming tour in Finland: Apr 30 – Lepakkomies, Helsinki (album release show) May 2 – Fresh Carbage Records, Helsinki May 16 – Punkpiknik/Kramsu, Jyväskylä May 16 – Vastavirta (upstairs), Tampere May 27 – Vastavirta, Tampere w/ Steröid May 28 – Kuudes linja, Helsinki w/ Steröid Jun 6 – Pikipop, Oulu Jun 13 – Ketolaikka, Akaa Jun 27 – Kultainen Kulaus, Helsinki Aug 1 – Riihimäki Hardcore Fest, Riihimäki Aug 15 – Käpygrilli, Helsinki Sep 5 – Private event
More shows to be announced.
Troubles line-up: Ida-Lotta – guitar, vocals Laura – bass, vocals Mikko – drums
Swedish modern metal force METALITE continue their forward momentum with the release of a stunning new music video for their latest single, “Starchild.” Following their recent signing with PERCEPTION – A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music and the high-energy introduction of the previously-released track “Our Time Has Come,” the band now dives deeper into the sonic universe of their upcoming concept album Discovery.
“Starchild” showcases METALITE’s signature blend of soaring melodies, powerful riffs, and futuristic soundscapes. Driven by epic arrangements and shimmering synth layers, the track pulls listeners straight into the heart of the album’s narrative, offering a glimpse into the story unfolding within their ambitious new record.
With the accompanying video, METALITE bring the world of “Starchild” to life, visually expanding the band’s sci-fi inspired concept and underlining their dynamic and modern approach to power metal.
Guitarist, producer, songwriter and founder Edwin Premberg comments: “Starchild is a key piece of the concept behind our upcoming album Discovery. It’s a classic Metalite track, packed with high energy and soaring melodies but with some new influences. I wanted to create something heavier, a song that’s truly headbang-friendly with a chorus everyone will be singing along to.”
Formed in 2015 by guitarist Edwin Premberg and vocalist Emma Bensing, the band quickly gained recognition for its fresh and modern take on melodic metal and their 2017 debut album “Heroes in Time” set the stage for METALITE’s rise.
In 2019, the band entered a new era with “Biomechanicals”, marking the debut of vocalist Erica Ohlsson. With an even more refined sound, the album embraced electronic elements and pulsating rhythms, elevating METALITE’s futuristic vision, further solidifying the band’s reputation as innovators in the genre.
Their evolution continued with “A Virtual World” in 2021, an album that expanded on their sci-fi themes while delivering massive soundscapes and powerful melodies.
With “Expedition One” (2024), METALITE embarked on their most ambitious project to date. A visionary concept album set in the year 2055, it tells the story of a renegade team searching for a new world, exploring themes of human evolution, technology, and survival.
In 2024, the band welcomed drummer Erik Junttila to the lineup, bringing new energy and power to their sound. His premiere gig with the band took place in Linköping at the beginning of 2025, marking an exciting new chapter in METALITE’s journey. Since then, they completed several tours with bands like Pain, Leaves’ Eyes and the Night Flight Orchestra and played at several festivals, including Sweden Rock and Masters of Rock.
With millions of streams and a growing global fanbase, METALITE continues to redefine the future of melodic metal. Their fusion of cutting-edge sound design, anthemic choruses, and sci-fi-inspired storytelling has set them apart, proving that their journey is far from over. Stay tuned – a new discovery awaits!
Wanikiya Record/Promotion is proud to announce that, as of today, “Portrait Of A Red Sky”, the new and intense single by Headless Judith, is officially available on all digital platforms. The band stands among the most interesting acts in the new Italian alternative metal scene.
Hailing from Bologna, the trio—Andrea (vocals and guitar), Luca (drums), and Nicolò (bass)—continues to carve out its sonic identity with a sound that blends the power of early 2000s alternative metal with the immersive, expansive atmospheres of shoegaze.
The result? A powerful,
“Portrait Of A Red Sky” is now available.
The track marks a new step forward for the band: a tense and magnetic sonic journey that narrates the psychological descent of a man haunted by violent visions of his past.
A path that leads him closer and closer to the edge of a cliff, immersed in a fragile dawn suspended between beauty and unease.
Musically, the song unfolds as a continuous emotional crescendo, shifting between moments of suspension and sudden sonic outbursts, confirming Headless Judith’s ability to craft intense, cinematic, and deeply immersive inner landscapes.
Following their debut album “An Obsessive Dream” (2025)—a work that explored themes such as alienation, solitude, and mythological imagery—the band once again demonstrates a clear, coherent, and constantly evolving artistic vision.
On stage, all of this transforms into pure energy: intimate yet tension-filled performances where every sound feels essential and every silence weighs like a stone.
The addition of Headless Judith to the Wanikiya Record/Promotion roster marks a key moment for the band, now ready to expand its reach on an international scale.
“Portrait Of A Red Sky” is just the beginning.
The sky has turned red. Now it’s your turn to look at it.
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