Whisky Of Blood isa band born from the desire to return to the roots of 80s rock describing their sound as: rock’n’roll, full of melodies, powerful and funny. Now it’s the time to announce the release of the first single called “Crazy Zone” off their next album “Diablesse of Revolution” feat. Chris Holmes (Ex-W.A.S.P., Mean Man) and Steff Rabilloud (Rising Steel, Urgent) was released via Rockshots Records on 27th September 2024.
“Nothing More” is the opener of the album and since the beginning it’s a verygroovy track with an unstoppable chorus and covered with wah wha here and there marking a turning point in their career showing a more mature and varied sound than the previous ones indeed!
For fans of: Bang Tango, Mötley Crüe, Wasp, Cinderella, D.A.D
01. Nothing More 02. Baby Revolution 03. Crazy Zone 04. Diablesse Of Love 05. Minister Of God 06. Hater Motherfucker 07. Boogie Girl 08. Ten Pearls Of Rock’n’roll 09. Pussy Beer 10. Magic Fire Water
Whisky Of Blood Line Up:
Lord Whisky: Vocals, Guitars Phil The Animal: Guitars, Backing Vocals Swindler: Bass Guitars, Backing Vocals King Of Ricqles: Drums, Backing Vocals
Italian powerhouse label Go Down Records has exciting news to announce, as the classic MASTICA album ‘(12) Treize Cigarettesis’, originally released twenty years ago in 2004 and on CD only, will be exclusively re-released on October 18th.
MASTICA’s ‘(12) Treize Cigarettes’ is an album that revives the vibrant sounds of the Sixties with its use of Mellotron, Hammond organs, and psychedelic guitars. Recorded between 2003 and 2004, it was originally released exclusively on CD. This album stands out as an outsider from its era, merging Blues with Hard Rock in a way that’s direct and energetic. The setlist is packed with anthems, featuring early classics like “Gente”, “I Need You”, “Viola”, and “Mistico”, alongside sweeping unreleased tracks such as “Con Me”, “Cadillac” and “Vivo”.
The lyrics range from psychedelic and raw to lighthearted and romantic, reflecting the band’s formative and emotional experiences. In 2024, twenty years after its initial release, the album will debut on LP for the first time in a remixed and remastered edition via Go Down Records. This is a prime opportunity to rediscover a cult classic inspired by the ethos: “Destroy to construct”.
Pre-orders for this highly anticipated release are now open. Don’t miss out on securing your copy here:
MASTICA was created with the vision of a band that could deconstruct to rebuild. Their journey was marked by a lengthy evolution, shifts in the lineup, strained friendships, crucial listening experiences, and fortuitous meetings. The quintet aimed to break away from the mainstream trends of the late 90s, driven by passion despite limited resources. They started with a foundation of Proto-hard Psychedelic Rock and embraced an innovative approach. Their music is distinguished by a unique mix of mod and beatnik sensibilities, enriched with blues influences and 60s psychedelic sounds. Over the years, Mastica has established a distinct presence in the independent music scene. Their retro-inspired tracks radiate a punk sensibility and showcase unconventional lyrics that explore themes of love, conflict, personal growth, and friendship. Using Hammond organs, Mellotron, psychedelic guitars, and compelling rhythms, their Italian-language songs have gained recognition beyond Italy, resonating in Spain, England, Germany, and Sweden.
After recording a series of demos and self-produced singles, Mastica released their debut studio album, (12) Treize Cigarettes, between 2003 and 2004. This collection of their early work was released on CD by Nicotine Records in 2004. The album was followed by the single Uomini in 2005, and later by Restyling in 2006, released by Teen Sound Records. Additionally, in 2006, they put out Bitt in Garage, a compilation of demos and unreleased tracks, also through Teen Sound Records. On stage, MASTICA reveals its true essence – a dynamic blend of untamed energy and meticulously orchestrated chaos, characterized by a bluesy and infectious spirit. Their performances are raw and intense, offering a truly unique experience. In 2024, they are marking the 20th anniversary of their remarkable debut with a remastered vinyl edition, released by Go Down Records. It’s an essential addition for any fan!
MASTICA are:
Matteo Bizzotto | vocals Giovanni Beghetto | drums Paolo Narduzzo | bass, guitar Andrea Garbo | lead guitar Carlo Narduzzo | guitar, Mellotron, organ, synth
Finnish rock band MOFFAT has released their eponymous debut album. The album’s central theme is the modern culture wars and the division in western societies. The songs deal with individualism, discrimination and indifference in many different ways, with the author’s own feelings and experiences as the central perspective.
MOFFAT is a rock band founded in Jyväskylä, Finland in 2020. Their music is mostly inspired by 1990s grunge, hard rock and progrock. The lyrics of the songs often deal with social themes.
KINGS NEVER DIE release “Bigger They Come, Harder They Fall”, the first pre-single taken from the upcoming studio album “The Life & Times”, out on October 25th on Metalville Records.
Dan Nastasi about the song: “Personal story about someone I know really well. Tried the Tough Guy Bullshit and realized he wasn’t all that. I’d always tell him.. The Bigger They Come, The Harder They Fall. Can’t fake tough. You either are or you aren’t.”
Following the release of their debut LP ‘All The Rats’ in 2023 and their European tour together with ‘Dog Eat Dog’, ‘Kings Never Die’ began work on their follow-up album. After drummer Danny Schuler left to return to ‘Bioharzard’, Dan Nastasi asked his long-time friend John ‘Booge’ Milnes (Mucky Pup) to help with the recordings.
Nastasi says, ‘The writing and recording process has been very different for us from the first EPs to “All The Rats” to now. And this album was no different. We basically had 10-15 new songs in the works. After we got home from tour at the end of November, we decided it was best to start working on a new album right away. I basically locked myself in my home studio for 4 weeks and got into the writing process, writing new songs and working on ideas we already had. After that me, Evan and John Milnes rehearsed with the rhythm section for 4 weeks and then immediately went to Shore Fire Studios in Long Branch NJ to start recording. 3 days later we headed to PA to Rock Hard Studios and finished the rest of the guitars and vocals. We drove back to NJ and mixed the album.’
The result is „The Life & Times“. And although it is not a concept album, the album is exactly what the title suggests. Side A, the life side, with the title track ‘The Life & Times’ and other songs based on personal stories. Side B, the time side, really reflects on the times we live in and takes a good look at the youth or younger generations and the struggles they may face in the future.
Nastasi said. „One thing I’ve learnt from working with Danny Schuler is that every word you write or every lyric in a song has to have a meaning to you or something that people can relate to. I feel like it really helped me tell a story through the lyrics that I wrote on our last album, but especially on „The Life & Times.“
Arguably the most important songs on ‘Life & Times’ are without a doubt ‘Bigger They Come, Harder They Fall’, which was originally intended for the previous album. The title track and ‘Empathy’ are also anthem-like tracks with catchy vocals and bounce. ‘Underdog’ was written by Nastasi as a thank you to his late father for his life experiences and in recognition of the drive and ambition he instilled in him.
„Most people think that this album is a return to our original hardcore and punk rock style“, says the band, and it’s obvious that vocally they have returned to a two-singer style, with Gadino and Nastasi sharing vocals.
KINGS NEVER DIE is 100% authentic and it’s obvious that the music comes from the heart, both lyrically and emotionally. ‘The Life & Times’ is clearly the band’s greatest achievement to date.
TRACK LISTING
01 The Life & Times 02 Bigger They Come, Harder They Fall 03 Never Let Go 04 Empathy 05 Can I Get A Witness 06 Underdog 07 Kill The Cowards 08 War & Youth 09 The Rights 10 Slow Crawl 11 If God Is Dead
MUSICIANS Dan Nastasi – Guitar/Vocals (original Mucky Pup/Dog Eat Dog) Dylan Gadino – Vocals Evan Ivkovich – Bass (Wisdom in Chains) Larry “The Hunter” Nieroda – Guitar Dougie Beans – Drums (originally Murphys Law)
Swedish metalcore act Awake The Dreamer have unveiled their brand new single ‘Future’, which is taken from their upcoming album Holocene, out today via Arising Empire.
Holocene showcases the band’s evolved sound, seamlessly blending haunting melodies with powerful riffs and dynamic vocals. Focus track, ‘Future’, captures the essence of the album with its post-hardcore energy and melodic intricacies, offering a compelling narrative that explores themes of inner conflict and emotional upheaval. Fans can experience ‘Future’ and the rest of Holocene across all major streaming platforms, solidifying Awake The Dreamer‘s position in the metal scene with their innovative sound and storytelling.
Formed through childhood and high school friendships in 2015, Stockholm-based quartet Awake The Dreamer released their Grow EP the following year, leading to tours in Europe and Asia alongside bands including Ice Nine Kills, Northlane, Adept and Crystal Lake.
In 2019, Awake The Dreamer released their debut album Damaged Souls via Arising Empire. The 10-track release featured guest appearances from Adept‘s Robert Ljung (‘Vigilant’) and Crystal Lake’sRyo Kinoshita in (‘Atmosphere’).
Building on their robust musical journey, Awake The Dreamer are set to elevate their artistic expression with the release of their upcoming album Holocene. This new record promises to deepen their exploration of intense emotions and complex themes, setting a new benchmark for their signature sound in the metal scene.
Live dates: Awake The Dreamer / Dead Like Juliet Co-Headline Europe Tour 2024 with special guests: Atena 30.09 Berlin, Germany @ Cassiopeia 01.10 Leipzig, Germany @ Hellraiser 02.10 Den Bosch, Netherlands @ W2 04.10 Bochum, Germany @ Die Trompete 08.10 London, UK @ New Cross Inn 10.10 Mainz, Germany @ Schon Schön 11.10 Prague, Czech Republic @ Cross Club 12.10 Vorchdorf, Austria @ Metalnight Outbreak 13.10 Vienna, Austria @ Flex 14.10 Munich, Germany @ Backstage
Awake The Dreamer are:
Max Andrén | Vocals Victor Sandberg | Guitar Johan Norsander | Guitar
ENEMY INSIDE is back with a vengeance, releasing their new single, ‘Should Have Known Better.’ The modern metal outfit delivers a track that blends fierceness and finesse, unafraid to challenge and redefine the genre. The lyrics drive this message home with a steadfast resolve, showcasing the band’s knack for blending introspective storytelling with raw emotion and heavy hitting energy, digging deep into themes of betrayal and resilience. “It’s a reminder that you cannot look into someone’s head and should watch out for those uninterested in your success and well-being,” the band explains. “It’s for all the fake friends talking behind your back or only sticking around in your best moments but not at your worst. You tried to play the wrong person – you should have known better.”
The accompanying music video mirrors the song’s fierce narrative. Frontwoman Nastassja Giulia takes on the role of a high-society icon, confidently dominating a high-stakes gambling table. The video, directed by Nastassja alongside creative collaborator and guitarist Evan K, and mixed and mastered by Christoph Wieczorek, seamlessly intertwines sophistication and defiance. It captures the essence of the song’s message — standing strong in the face of betrayal, reclaiming power, and serving a taste of karma to those who have underestimated you.
European Tour 2025 Special Guests: Letters Sent Home Presented by Seaside Entertainment 20.02.2025 DK Copenhagen – Rust 21.02.2025 DE Hamburg – headCRASH 22.02.2025 DE Berlin – Privatclub 23.02.2025 DE Hanover – Béi Chéz Heinz 27.02.2025 DE Bochum – Rockpalast 28.02.2025 DE Aschaffenburg – Colos-Saal 01.03.2025 DE Munich – Backstage (Club) 06.03.2025 DE Cologne – Helios 37 07.03.2025 DE Stuttgart – Im Wizemann (Studio) 08.03.2025 CH Aarburg – Musigburg 13.03.2025 DE Leipzig – Hellraiser 14.03.2025 CZ Prague – Storm Club 15.03.2025 PL Kraków – Klub Zaścianek 16.03.2025 PL Warsaw – Klub Hydrozagadka 21.03.2025 NL Utrecht – De Helling 22.03.2025 NL Maastricht – Muziekgieterij 28.03.2025 FI Tampere – Olympia-kortteli * 29.03.2025 FI Helsinki – On the Rocks * * w/o LSH
ENEMY INSIDE have quickly distinguished themselves in the metal scene with their powerful thematic content centered around combating the ‘inner enemy.’ Their energetic, melodic, and emotionally charged music has earned them a loyal fan base. With over 9 million Spotify streams and 3 million YouTube views, their albums “Phoenix” [2018] and “Seven” [2021] have solidified their status in the music industry. ENEMY INSIDE graced major stages on festivals like Wacken Open Air, Full Metal Cruise, Dynamo Metal Fest, Nummirock, M’era Luna, Rockharz Open Air and many more and have toured extensively across Europe.
ENEMY INSIDE are: Nastassja Giulia | vocals Evan K | lead guitars Dave Hadarik | rhythm guitars Dominik Stotzem | bass
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s ASA unveil the long-overdue release of "Collective Failure" + first music video for title-track! Check it out and stay tuned for more news! Click image to watch the video
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