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FOLLOWING THE SIGNS’ New EP “Evolve” Out Now

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 21, 2026
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Irish nu-metalcore force Following The Signs have released their highly anticipated new EP ‘EVOLVE’, available now. 

Formed in Cork in 2018, Following The Signs have steadily carved out a reputation for fusing groove-heavy nu-metal textures with the precision and punch of modern metalcore. With Evolve, the band reveal a more expansive and emotionally resonant dimension to their sound, balancing crushing riffs and commanding rhythms with dynamic melodic passages and a heightened sense of atmosphere.

Where previous singles ‘Call To Rise’ and ‘Break The Frame’ explored resistance against external oppression and psychological confinement, the single ‘Evolve‘ brings the narrative inward. It is a track rooted in perseverance, growth, and the hard-won strength that emerges from adversity.

Speaking about the EP’s title track, vocalist Alan Jevens says:
“Evolve is the song that ties the whole EP together. In every song there is a battle, be it with yourself, your life or others. The concept of Evolve is that even when you figuratively build walls around yourself through lack of confidence, or when you feel like you’re going through hell and don’t see a way back out — that you will never be enough — all you need to do is take your time and you will make it through anything life may throw at you.
This song has so much meaning for me personally, as I have gone through many tough times and no matter how bad things get I always come out stronger and better off than before. My hope is that this song can inspire listeners to push through their own struggles and evolve into the strongest person they are born to be.
”

Musically, ‘Evolve’ showcases the band at their most assured and mature to date. The track shifts seamlessly between tension and release, pairing weighty, groove-laden instrumentation with soaring vocal dynamics that underline its message of resilience. It’s a statement of intent from a band unafraid to confront vulnerability while retaining the raw power that defines their sound.

Expanding on the EP itself, the band adds:
“‘EVOLVE’ is a massive step into a new direction for the band. This process really made us push the boundaries of what we sound like. This EP shows a new side of the band, taking a more melodic approach in certain elements of our sound. With the addition of our new vocalist, we have a more well-rounded sound, which forced us to experiment with new tones and elements.
‘Evolve’ proves that under pressure, the band continues to adapt and overcome whatever is thrown at us. The EP has five songs, each acting as a new chapter, showcasing the band’s versatility and willingness to add new flavours into the mix
.”

The new EP release marks the band’s most cohesive and focused body of work to date. Following the impact of their debut album Conflictions and singles such as Birthright and Stand Tall, ‘EVOLVE‘  represents a significant step forward both sonically and conceptually, refining their identity while boldly expanding their creative scope.

Recent live performances in Warsaw and Kraków, the band’s largest international shows to date, have further highlighted their growing momentum beyond Ireland, cementing their reputation as one of the country’s most exciting rising heavy acts.

With ‘EVOLVE‘ out now, Following The Signs continue to establish themselves at the forefront of Ireland’s heavy music scene—delivering music that is both ferocious in sound and fearless in message.

Evolve track-listing;
Stuck in place
Call to rise
Break the frame 
Evolve 
Infectious 

Following The Signs are:
Alan Jevens – Vocals
Noel Crowley – Guitars
Vincent Renoux – Guitars
Rory Taylor – Bass
Chris Hanlon – Drums

https://www.facebook.com/FollowingTheSignsCork
https://www.instagram.com/followingthesignscork/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG7hR2lenG3TysoRg5IXQHQ
https://followingthesigns.bandcamp.com/album/conflictions

MICHALE GRAVES Signs to E.A.R. / VMG + Announces Spring Tour Dates

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 21, 2026
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Epochal Artists Records, a label under the TLG family and distributed by Virgin Music Group, proudly announces the signing of MICHALE GRAVES (Former lead singer of the Misfits).

To celebrate this new partnership, Graves will embark on his upcoming “God Bless America Tour 2026” this spring, bringing a unique and deeply personal live experience to audiences across the country.

“These shows on my God Bless America Tour will be an intimate, story-driven live experience that blends acoustic music, testimony, and storytelling,” says Graves.

Denny Sanders, President of TLG shares, “Epochal Artists Records is a label I’ve had for awhile, and I’ve put out some great rock records under that moniker in the past. My wife always said that it sounded like the name of a Christian label and now it is. This is something I’ve always wanted to do, and I feel the time is right.”

Adds Graves, “Signing with Epochal Artists Records marks an important new chapter for me in my career. In many ways, it is going back to where I began. The first dream in my heart as a young man was to be a musician and a preacher. That calling has always been part of everything I’ve done along the way to where I find myself today in music and in life. The preacher part might take a minute, but I’ll continue to work on it.

Denny Sanders’ vision for developing artists who openly share their faith in Jesus and use music as a testimony aligns perfectly with where I am creatively and spiritually right now. I’m grateful for the opportunity to bring new music—and so much more—forward with a team that believes in using art to glorify God, spread goodwill, and connect with people in a meaningful way.”

April 3rd Online Acoustic Performance
April 18th Corona, CA Rockafellas
April 19th Los Angeles, CA Whiskey A Go-Go
April 20th Sonora, CA Sonora Game Room

May 7th Lafayette, LA Daiquiri Leaf
May 8th St. Charles, LA Freetown Boom Boom
May 10th Daytona, FL Bam Bams
May 11th Ocala, FL O’Malley’s
May 17th Panama City Bch The Kraken

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

AS WE STRAY Release Cover Version of Lil Peep’s ‘Save That Shit’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 21, 2026
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A raw and emotional tribute to a generation shaped by fragility and truth

AS WE STRAY announce the release of their new single “Save That Shit”, a personal reinterpretation of the iconic track by Lil Peep, available from March 20, 2026, on all digital platforms via Wanikiya Record/Promotion. Watch the video below.

Released 9 years after the passing of the artist who deeply influenced an entire generation, this track is more than just a cover—it’s a heartfelt tribute and a bold reimagining that bridges completely different musical worlds.

“Save That Shit” tells the story of a turbulent relationship marked by miscommunication, emotional distance, and vulnerability. It reflects the struggle between the desire to fix things and the awareness of one’s own faults, ultimately leaving behind a deep sense of loneliness. These universal themes are reinterpreted by AS WE STRAY and brought into their own sonic landscape.

Despite the clear stylistic distance between Lil Peep’s sound and the band’s musical identity, the track has been an important artistic reference for some members of the group. This inspired them to pay tribute while preserving the emotional core of the song, reshaping it into something heavier, more intense, and deeply visceral.

The result is a version that blends introspection and impact, fragility and power—striking both fans of the original and listeners from entirely different musical backgrounds.

With “Save That Shit”, AS WE STRAY once again prove their ability to break genre boundaries, crafting a sound that is both authentic and emotionally compelling.

A sincere tribute.
An open wound.
A new voice.

More info: https://www.facebook.com/AsWeStrayOfficial

MARC BROUSSARD Unveils Double Single ‘I’m Going Home’ & ‘Trying To Do Right’, Feat. Joe Bonamassa

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 21, 2026
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Marc Broussard unveils two new singles, “Going Home” and “Trying To Do Right,” offering a deeper look into his anticipated forthcoming album, Chance Worth Taking – his first collection of all-original blues and soul songs, arriving April 17th on Joe Bonamassa’s KTBA Records.

The Double Single “I’m Going Home” / “Trying To Do Right”, out today, features the masterful fretwork of Joe Bonamassa, which perfectly complements Broussard’s signature vocal grit and emotive songwriting, further defining the renowned soul singer’s latest artistic chapter. Stream the new tracks HERE.

“I’m Going Home” builds on an infectious, steady groove and a lush, horn-infused arrangement driven by Bonamassa’s searing guitar riffs. The song takes flight on Broussard’s expressive vocals, creating a powerful, emphatic sound that mirrors the deep emotional stakes of his lyrics.

Watch the official music video for “I’m Going Home”:

“‘I’m Going Home’ is one of those songs that speaks to my undying love for my beautiful wife,” Broussard explains. “I’d die without her.  I wouldn’t even have the will to continue living. Joe played his butt off at every turn, which probably speaks to his love affair with the guitar.”

The slow-burning blues ballad “Trying To Do Right” opens with Bonamassa’s commanding guitar, setting a reflective tone. Broussard’s stirring vocals blend feeling and finesse, culminating in a confessional chorus. This delivery highlights the heartfelt sentiment pervading the song, while Bonamassa’s riveting guitar provides a rich, atmospheric weight throughout.

“‘Trying To Do Right’ came in a flurry,” Broussard recalls. “I had to harken back to the earliest days of my relationship with my wife. I wasn’t always a good boyfriend—in fact, I was a terrible one in those early days.  The regret is somewhat softened by the knowledge that I can draw on those memories for inspiration in my writing. Thanks to Joe for providing the added emotional emphasis.”

Both “I’m Going Home” and “Trying To Do Right” were co-written by Broussard and Calvin Turner, with the recording beginning when Turner sent him the instrumentals. Broussard explains, “These songs were both part of the initial batch Calvin and I wrote, which came together over 3 days in a bit of a writing frenzy. Calvin came up with the hook and arrangement for ‘Right,’ and like a good hunting dog, once I’m onto a scent, I’m gonna find it. I was a madman who couldn’t resist the pull of the writer’s room from sunup to sundown.”

Chance Worth Taking, produced by blues heavyweights Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith alongside Calvin Turner, is a stunning 14-track collection that includes the album’s dynamic lead singles, “Fever” / “No More”. The album reunites Broussard with Bonamassa, who takes the helm to contribute mesmerizing guitar solos on 10 tracks, including three songs co-written with Broussard.

This stellar creative circle is rounded out by Josh Smith, who features on and co-wrote four tracks, and Calvin Turner, who joined forces with Broussard to co-write 10 of the album’s original songs and contributes to the album’s lush string and horn arrangements. Chance Worth Taking is out April 17 on KTBA records.

Pre-order the album HERE.

Marc Broussard is currently on the European leg of his extensive international tour. His US shows will kick off in April, including festival appearances such as the Soundwave Beach Weekend on April 9 and his fifth performance at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival on May 1.  Headlining performances include stops in Chattanooga, TN; Atlanta, GA; Birmingham, AL; two shows in Chicago, IL; Pittsburgh, PA; and NYC’s Brooklyn Bowl. The full list of dates is below.

2026 TOUR DATES
Mar 21 – Hedon – Zwolle, NL*
Mar 22 – Doornroosje – Nijmegen, NL*
Mar 24 – Muziekgieterij – Maastricht, NL*
Mar 25 – La Maroquinerie – Paris, FR*
Mar 26 – The Blues Kitchen Manchester – Manchester, UK+ Sold Out Mar 27 – Islington Assembly Hall – London, UK
*With Brian Mackey Support

U.S. SPRING DATES
Apr 9 – Soundwave Beach Weekend – Miramar Beach, FL + Sold Out
Apr 23 – The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Ctr – Huntington, TN*
Apr 24 – The Walker Theatre – Chattanooga, TN*
Apr 25 – Variety Playhouse – Atlanta, GA*
Apr 26 – Neighborhood Theatre – Charlotte, NC*
Apr 28 – Manchester Music Hall – Lexington, KY**
Apr 29 – Bijou Theatre – Knoxville, TN**
Apr 30 – Lyric Theatre – Birmingham, AL**
May 1 – New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Fest – New Orleans, LA
May 3 – Dosey Doe – The Woodlands, TX+
May 5 – Delmar Hall – St Louis, MO**
May 7 – Fitzgerald Theater – St Paul, MN*
May 8 – Space – Evanston, IL**
May 9 – Space – Evanston, IL**
May 10 – Hi-Fi Annex (Hi-Fi Indy) – Indianapolis, IN**
May 12 – Thunderbird Cafe – Pittsburgh, PA **
May 13 – The Birchmere – Alexandria, VA **
May 14 – Ardmore Music Hall – Ardmore, PA**
May 15 – Brooklyn Bowl – Brooklyn, NY**
May 16 – Narrows Center For The Arts – Fall River, MA**
May 30 – Bear Shadow Festival – Highlands, NC

*With Seth Walker Support
**With Sway Wild Support
+With Kristen Kelly Support

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BÖLTHORN Announce New Album “Primeval Hunt”, Out April 24th

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 21, 2026
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BÖLTHORN are ready to open a new and significant chapter in their artistic journey with the announcement of their new album “PRIMEVAL HUNT”, set for release on April 24 on all digital platforms.

This new work represents an ambitious and deeply conceptual project: a journey through what defines humanity, from its most ancient origins to the present day. A path where the fragile balance between prey and predator takes shape through different stories, eras, and lives.

Blending thought, narrative, and myth, the tracks intertwine to create a cohesive and intense vision, in which the primordial instinct that still lives within every human being emerges powerfully.

With “Primeval Hunt”, Bölthorn showcase an increasingly defined artistic direction, building a sonic and narrative universe capable of merging powerful atmospheres with deeply evocative imagery.

“PRIMEVAL HUNT” will be available from April 24.

ERADIKATED Release New Single And Video ‘Precipice’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 21, 2026
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Photo: Linda Florin

Swedish metal band ERADIKATED release the new single “Precipice”, accompanied by an official music video, via Indie Recordings. The track marks the second of three singles from the band’s upcoming album Wiring of Violence, set for release on May 8.

While the previous single British Petroleum, with its punk-infused attack, echoed elements of the band’s earlier material, Precipice signals a clear step forward for Eradikated.

Listen to the single here: https://ffm.to/eradikatedprecipice

“Precipice leans into the groovier side of the new album,” says bassist Erland Östberg. “It builds on the groove that sets the tone for the record. Driven by an inciting marching rhythm and a powerful chorus, we invite listeners to join the fight against the darkness that defines our world. We think it has the potential to become a live classic.”

Hailing from Sweden, Eradikated have steadily built momentum since the release of their 2023 debut album Descendants, which was nominated for a Swedish Grammy in the Hard Rock/Metal category.

FOLLOW ERADIKATED: www.eradikated.com | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

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