After releasing the first single “Slay The Queen”, Ecuadorian-Finnish BLACK SUN have released their second single and video ‘Drown in Sin’. The band’s full length album will be released September 6th 2024!
“Drown in Sin” is a song about the decay and malice of the human race. Karma, as the narrator, adds an interesting twist,promising eventual justice for everyone by stating, “I will wipe them all out.”
Both singles ‘Slay the Queen’ and the new single ‘Drown in Sin’ are available in Dolby Atmos on Apple Music and all platforms that support Dolby Atmos.
2015 Photo by Sami Kettunen & Kuvauksellista Valoa
HAUTAJAISYÖ (Funeral Night) are 10 years old this year. To celebrate, they are re-releasing their first recordings with some bonus material through Inverse Records.
The re-release includes two songs “Uneenkuiskaajat” (Dreamwhisperer) and “Päänsärkijä” (Headbreaker) from the band’s debut album in an original promo mix. As a bonus you get unreleased intro song “Kuiskaukset” (Whispers) and different version of the song “Köysi” (Rope), which was released on the 2016 “Three Screams of Insanity” split tape.
This is not the only release for 2024, as the new “EN MURRU EN TAIVU” EP will be released at the end of the year, on which the band will re-record three songs from the first album and one song from the demo sessions. These releases should tide listeners over until the band’s forthcoming fifth album, which they are currently composing.
Songs by Hautajaisyö Recording & Mixing: Sami Kettunen Drum recording: Studio 33 & Lassi Pitkänen Mastering: Janne Tuikkala & Sami Kettunen. Artwork: Minttu Harju.
Hautajaisyö 2015: Janne Partanen – Vocals Sami Lustig – Guitars Sami Kettunen – Bass Sami Leinonen – Drums Tomas Ahlroos – Päänsärkijä clean vocals
Hautajaisyö 2024: Janne Partanen – vocals Sami Lustig – guitars Simo Pesonen – bass Teemu Roth – drums
Keeping the tradition of releasing new music every three years alive, vocalist/guitarist/songwriter MYLES KENNEDY – known for his work with rockers Alter Bridge and Slash and the Conspirators – is back with his third solo album, The Art Of Letting Go. The album marks the return of Myles, backed by his band comprised of Zia Uddin on drums and Tim Tournier on bass. The album is scheduled for release via longtime label home Napalm Records on October 11, 2024.
From the opening guitar riff of the title track “The Art Of Letting Go” to the haunting melody of album closer “How The Story Ends,”MYLES KENNEDY is back with a collection of songs that is sure to cater to old and new fans alike. Songs like “Mr. Downside,”“Miss You When You’re Gone,” and “Saving Face” showcase the memorable storytelling that has become synonymous throughout all of Myles’ projects.
The debut single – currently impacting radio around the globe from The Art Of Letting Go–is the upbeat rocker “Say What You Will.” The music video was directed by Gordy De St Jeor (Mammoth WVH) and tells the story of a bullied and timid student who breaks out of her shell with the help of a teacher, janitor and lunch person portrayed by Kennedy, Uddin, and Tournier in the school talent show.
Watch below the official music video for “Say What You Will”
The Art Of Letting Go track listing: 1. The Art Of Letting Go 2. Say What You Will 3. Mr. Downside 4. Miss You When You’re Gone 5. Behind The Veil 6. Saving Face 7. Eternal Lullaby 8. Nothing More To Gain 9. Dead To Rights 10. How The Story Ends
To celebrate the release of The Art Of Letting Go, MYLES KENNEDY and his trio will be hitting the road in support of the new album. A six-date UK run with support from Devin Townsend recently went on sale for November and December. 20 more newly announced dates are being added to The Art Of Letting Go Tour 2024 all across Europe starting in October. The additional European dates will feature support from Black River Delta and Cardinal Black.
The band will also be bringing the tour to North America with dates set for January and February 2025. The 2025 dates will feature special guest Tim Montana. More information on all shows including links to tickets and VIP packages can be found at https://myleskennedy.com.
Myles Kennedy The Art Of Letting Go Tour 2024 Sunday, October 27, 2024 – Hamburg, DE – Gruenspan ^ Monday, October 28, 2024 – Copenhagen, DK – Pumpehuset ^ Wednesday, October 30, 2024 – Gothenburg, SE – Valand ^ Friday, November 1, 2024 – Stockholm. SE – Debaser ^ Saturday, November 2, 2024 – Oslo, NO – John Dee ^ Tuesday, November 5, 2024 – Berlin, DE – Columbia Theater ^ Thursday, November 7, 2024 – Warsaw, PL – Club Progresja ^ Friday, November 8, 2024 – Prague, CZ – Palac Akropolis ^ Sunday, November 10, 2024 – Budapest, HU – Akvarium Klub ^ Monday, November 11, 2024 – Vienna, AT – Arena ^ Wednesday, November 13, 2024 – Milan, IT – Alcatraz ^ Thursday, November 14, 2024 – Zurich, CH – X-Tra ^ Saturday, November 16, 2024 – Munich, DE – Technikum ^ Sunday, November 17, 2024 – Luxembourg, LU – Rockhal ^ Tuesday, November 19, 2024 – Frankfurt, DE – Zoom + Wednesday, November 20, 2024 – Tilburg, NL – 013 + Friday, November 22, 2024 – Cologne, DE – Kantine + Saturday, November 23, 2024 – Paris, FR – Le Cabaret Sauvage + Monday, November 25, 2024 – Glasgow, UK – SWG3 # Wednesday, November 27, 2024 – Manchester, UK – Academy # Friday, November 29, 2024 – Nottingham, UK – Rock City # Saturday, November 30, 2024 – Birmingham, UK – O2 Academy Birmingham # Monday, December 2, 2024 – Cardiff, UK – The Great Hall, Cardiff Uni Students Union # Tuesday, December 3, 2024 – London, UK – O2 Forum Kentish Town # Thursday, December 5, 2024 – Dublin, IE – The Academy + Friday, December 6, 2024 – Belfast, IE – Limelight +
^with special guest Black River Delta +with special guest Cardinal Black #Previously announced date with Devin Townsend Acoustic Performance
Myles Kennedy The Art Of Letting Go North American Tour 2025 Friday, January 17, 2025 – Joliet, IL – The Forge * Saturday, January 18, 2025 – Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theater * Tuesday, January 21, 2025 – Flint, MI – The Machine Shop * Wednesday, January 22, 2025 – Toronto, ON – The Concert Hall * Friday, January 24, 2025 – Uncasville, CT – Wolf Den at Mohegan Sun Saturday, January 25, 2025 – Glenside, PA – Keswick Theatre * Monday, January 27, 2025 – Boston, MA – Brighton Music Hall * Tuesday, January 28, 2025 – Asbury Park, NJ – The Stone Pony * Thursday, January 30, 2025 – Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage * Friday, January 31, 2025 – Charlotte, NC – Neighborhood Theatre * Sunday, February 02, 2025 – Nashville, TN – Brooklyn Bowl * Monday, February 03, 2025 – Atlanta, GA – Variety Playhouse * Wednesday, February 05, 2025 – Destin, FL – Club LA * Friday, February 07, 2025 – San Antonio, TX – Vibes Event Center * Saturday, February 08, 2025 – Dallas, TX – Echo Lounge & Music Hall * Tuesday, February 11, 2025 – Lawrence, KS – Liberty Hall * Wednesday, February 12, 2025 – Denver, CO – Summit * Friday, February 14, 2025 – Mesa, AZ – The Nile Theater * Sunday, February 16, 2025 – Los Angeles, CA – El Rey Theatre * Tuesday, February 18, 2025 – Sacramento, CA – Ace of Spades * Thursday, February 20, 2025 – Seattle, WA – The Neptune * Friday, February 21, 2025 – Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory *
*with Special Guest Tim Montana
About MYLES KENNEDY: As a prolific songwriter, powerhouse vocalist, and proficient guitar player, MYLES KENNEDY tunes into the rhythm of his surroundings and goes with the flow. Fronting Alter Bridge, his soaring vocals, open-hearted lyrics, and airtight riffs have fueled the group’s global impact as a gold-certified, arena-filling force of nature over two decades-plus. On the microphone for Slash and The Conspirators, his towering range has consistently stunned audiences since 2010. Becoming a celebrated collaborator, he’s the rare presence just as comfortable on a track with Disturbed, Halestorm, and Sevendust as he is with Gov’t Mule and Darryl “DMC” McDaniels. It’s why he’s generated over one billion cumulative streams, earned gold and platinum certifications worldwide, uplifted countless fans, and KERRANG! christened him “one of rock’s finest vocalists.” It’s also why he’s carved out his own lane. 2021 saw him deliver his acclaimed sophomore opus, The Ides of March. It impressively notched a total of four #1 debuts across three countries, toppling the Billboard US Top Current Hard Music Chart, the UK Official Rock & Metal Chart and Official Independent Album Chart, and Canada’s Hard Music Albums Chart. Beyond generating 10 million-plus streams, it incited unanimous critical applause from American Songwriter, Guitar.com, LoudWire, Guitar World, and more. RIFF hailed it as “a fantastic and must-listen record,” while Classic Rock Magazine awarded it “4.5-out-of-5 stars,” going on to attest, “The Ides of March confirms Myles Kennedy as a musical powerhouse.” With two solo efforts under his belt and sold out headline tours in the rearview, a sense of keenly honed intuition guides his third full-length LP, The Art of Letting Go[Napalm Records], led by the single “Say What You Will.”
Caligula’s Horse are pleased to release a new Digital Deluxe Edition of their latest album Charcoal Grace. The new edition, out today, is available only digitally and includes both the full studio album as well as instrumental versions of each track.
Singer Jim Grey on the release: “There are so many layers and motifs within the composition of Charcoal Grace, and we’re excited to share this deluxe instrumental version of the album with you to hear even more depths and emotional moments you may not have discovered yet. Also none of those pesky distracting vocals, am I right?”
Caligula’s Horse is also pleased to announce their Charcoal Grace tab book with guitar jam tracks and exclusive merch via Sheet Happens, out now.
In addition to this announcement, Caligula’s Horse will embark on their final AU and NZ run in June/July:
Australia 14th June – Adelaide – Unibar 15th June – Perth – Magnet house 22nd June – Canberra – The Baso
New Zealand 4th July – New Zealand – Wellington – MEOW 5th July – New Zealand – Auckland – Whammy Bar 6th July – New Zealand – Christchurch (Rock Monsters Festival)
Charcoal Grace is the 6th studio album of the band, and it combines raw rock power with immense emotional depth. Charcoal Grace is borne of the static hopelessness that the pandemic forced upon the band and, indeed, much of the world, these past few years. It is an album reckoning with the experiences and outcomes of this time geared, ultimately, towards catharsis – moving towards a more hopeful future.
“Caligula’s Horse expand upon their palette and vision with an admirable confidence and clarity of purpose” – Prog Magazine
“Whether you’re a returning follower or a newcomer, you’ll surely find Charcoal Grace to be a deeply impressive and thoughtful journey from one of today’s greatest genre torchbearers.” – Metal Injection
Caligula’s Horse are: Jim Grey – lead vocals Sam Vallen – lead guitar Josh Griffin – drums Dale Prinsse – bass
David Frangioni, a multi-platinum, award-winning musician, technologist, and CEO of Modern Drummer, has partnered with Goldin, the premier marketplace for collectibles, to present an extraordinary auction of iconic drum kits and other rare memorabilia. This exclusive event offers collectors and music enthusiasts a rare opportunity to own a piece of rock history.
The auction is up now, through Saturday, 6/15/24.
David Frangioni is renowned for his extensive contributions to the music and technology industries. He has collaborated with legends such as Aerosmith, Ozzy Osbourne, Ringo Starr, and Kiss. As a pioneer in audio engineering and digital recording technologies, David has left an indelible mark on the industry. His passion for drumming and technology has culminated in this unique auction, showcasing some of the most legendary drum kits in rock history. His passion for collecting is no different as he has amassed a treasure trove from his years in the music industry.
Auction Highlights:
One-of-One 1973 Neal Smith Billion Dollar Babies Tour Premier Mirror Ball Drum Kit:
Played by Neal Smith of the Alice Cooper Band during the groundbreaking 1973 Billion Dollar Babies Tour.
This custom-wrapped, 18-piece Premier drum kit includes two kick drums, three floor toms, six rack toms, six stand toms, and a chrome Premier snare.
David Frangioni’s private Modern Drummer Hall of Fame Museum, known for its exclusive collection of iconic drum kits, has provided some of the content for this auction. This is a unique chance to acquire historically significant instruments played by some of the greatest drummers in the game.
Goldin, with its impeccable reputation and millions of customers globally, is the perfect partner for this event. With over $2 billion in collectibles sold, Goldin is dedicated to providing a top-tier auction experience that educates and satisfies collectors.
About David Frangioni: David Frangioni is a multi-faceted music industry veteran with expertise ranging from drumming and producing to immersive audio engineering and technology innovation. As the CEO of Modern Drummer, he continues to influence the drumming community worldwide. His best-selling book, CRASH, showcases iconic drum sets and the drummers who made them famous.
About Goldin: Goldin is the leading destination for collectors, known for its unparalleled service and expertise in the collectibles market. With a mission to educate and satisfy collectors, Goldin continues to set the standard for quality and integrity in auctions.
Planet Rock Radio, the UK’s number one Rock and Blues radio station brings you a new live event in conjunction with The Gig Cartel. The event is called ‘Blues Power LIVE’ aptly named after the radio station’s flagship Blues show and is hosted and curated by none other than the Blues maestro Bernard Doherty.
The show features top touring acts from the world of contemporary blues rock, old school blues, and future breakthrough talent and the most hotly tipped, up-and-coming acts in the genre.
Critically acclaimed Canadian blues, roots, rock and soul band Bywater Call headline ‘Blues Power LIVE’ at London Dingwalls on Friday October 25th. Special guests are These Wicked Rivers and Lauren Housley and The Northern Cowboys.
Bywater Call tour the UK from October 16-26, 2024. Tickets are available at The Gig Cartel. Bywater Call will also be releasing their highly anticipated new album Shepherd on Friday August 9th. Pre-order links can be found via www.bywatercall.com.
Often transcending genres, Bywater Call is known for their dynamic, emotional live shows, featuring powerful vocals and exciting interplay between all band members.
The band was UK Blues Award nominated for the 2024 International Blues Artist of the Year. They have toured extensively in Europe where shows have been praised by Dutch, German and UK media, with references to Meghan as one of the best female voices in blues and roots today.
Bywater has been busy. In 2023 they played a total of 96 shows in 10 countries, 89 cities, 19 US states and 3 Canadian provinces, including Joe Bonamassa’s third Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea Mediterranean Cruise.
PLANET ROCK & THE GIG CARTEL IN ASSOCIATION WITH TEENAGE HEAD MUSIC PRESENTS
MANCHESTER, ACADEMY 3 WEDNESDAY 16 OCTOBER 2024 TICKETS: THE GIG CARTEL
CARDIFF, GLOBE THURSDAY 17 OCTOBER 2024 TICKETS: THE GIG CARTEL
LEEK, FOXLOWE ARTS FRIDAY 18 OCTOBER 2024 TICKETS: THE GIG CARTEL
LEEDS, BRUDENELL SATURDAY 19 OCTOBER 2024 TICKETS: THE GIG CARTEL
GLASGOW, ORAN MOR SUNDAY 20 OCTOBER 2024 TICKETS: THE GIG CARTEL
NEWCASTLE, THE CLUNY TUESDAY 22 OCTOBER 2024 TICKETS: THE GIG CARTEL
SHEFFIELD, CORPORATION WEDNESDAY 23 OCTOBER 2024 TICKETS: THE GIG CARTEL
NORWICH, WATERFRONT STUDIOS THURSDAY 24 OCTOBER 2024 TICKETS: THE GIG CARTEL
LONDON, DINGWALLS “BLUES POWER LIVE”
FRIDAY 25 OCTOBER 2024
SPECIAL GUESTS: THESE WICKED RIVERS &
LAURA HOUSLEY AND THE NORTHERN COWBOYS TICKETS: THE GIG CARTEL
NEWBURY, ARLINGTON ARTS SATURDAY 26 OCTOBER 2024 TICKETS: THE GIG CARTEL
SITTINGBOURNE, BOURNE MUSIC CLUB SUNDAY 27 OCTOBER 2024 TICKETS: TICKET SOURCE
SPRING/ SUMMER USA/CANADA/ROMANIA TOUR 2024
13-June – Syracuse, NY, New York State Blues Festival 14-June – Somers Point, NJ, Somer’s Point Beach Concerts 16-June – Franklin, PA, Franklin Blues & BBQ 18-June – Lima, NY, Fanatics 19-June – Sellersville, PA, Sellersville Theatre 20-June – Tuckerton, NJ, Lizzie Rose Music Room 21-June – Hagerstown, MD, HubCity Vinyl 22-June – Hughesville, PA, Billtown Blues Festival
5-July – Ottawa, Ontario, Ottawa Blues Fest 12-July – Omaha, NB, Playing with Fire 13-July – Kansas City, MO, Knuckleheads 19-July – Brezoi, Romania, Brezoi Open Air Festival 23-July – Syracuse, NY, Club 443 24-July – Syracuse, NY, Club 443 25-July – Athens, NY, Summer Music Series 28-July – Norwood, MA, Fallout Shelter
2-August – Pomeroy, OH, Big Bend Blues Bash 3-August – Nashville, TN, City Winery 4-August – Knoxville, TN, Tennessee Riverboat 9-August – Nanaimo, BC, Nanaimo Blues Festival 11-August – Wheeling, WV, Heritage Music Blues Fest 16-August – Norwich, NY, Chenango Blues Fest 17-August – Thornton, NH, White Mountain Boogie N’ Blues Fest 24-August – Ontonagon, MI, Porcupine Mountains Music Festival 29-August – Pelham, ON, Fonhtill Bandshell Concerts
6-September – Port Credit, ON, Southside Shuffle 7-September – Drumheller, AB, Canada Badlands Roots, Blues and BBQ
EUROPE FALL TOUR 2024
2-October Verviers, Belgium Spirit of 66 3-October Heilbronn, Germany Waldhaus 4-October Zaandam, Netherlands De Flux 5-October Enschede, Netherlands Mystiek Theatre 6-October Weert, Netherlands De Bosuil 8-October Fulda, Germany Kulturkeller 9-October Utrecht, Netherlands Tivoli (Cloud 9) 10-October Herent, Belgium GC De Wildeman 11-October Isernhagen, Germany Blues Garage 12-October Assen, Netherlands New Blues Festival 13-October Bonn, Germany Harmonie
ABOUT BYWATER CALL Bywater Call, is a powerhouse seven-piece Southern soul, roots rock band from Toronto, Canada. The band is completed by Meghan Parnell (vocals), Dave Barnes (guitar), Bruce McCarthy on drums, Mike Meusel on Bass, newest member, John Kervin on Keys, Stephen Dyte on trumpet and Julian Nalli on tenor sax.
Bywater is currently UK Blues Award nominated for International Blues Artist of the year. They have toured extensively in Europe where shows have been praised by Dutch, German and UK media, with references to Meghan as one of the best female voices in blues and roots today.
In August 2023, the band participated in Joe Bonamassa’s third Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea Mediterranean Cruise alongside headliners Blackberry Smoke and Christone “Kingfish” Ingram and were invited to perform at the All-Star Jam on the mainstage with Bonamassa himself. Guitarist Dave Barnes was also asked to join legendary blues artist Jimmy Vivino (Conan O’Brien’s Basic Cable Band) on stage.
Bywater Call have commanded festival stages in Canada and around the world, often referred to as the “find of the fest”. In May of 2023, they opened for Canadian award-winning band Whitehorse at the inaugural Smokestack Music Festival in Hamilton, Ontario. In July, Meghan joined renowned pedal-steel guitarist Robert Randolph on stage at his request, at the Briggs Farm Festival in Nescopeck, PA.
On October 24, 2023, Bywater performed a live stream performance for the famed German TV show and festival Rockpalast.
In 2023 alone, the band played a total of 96 shows in 10 countries, 89 Cities, 19 US States and three Canadian provinces. This is not including a month-long duo tour in Europe and the UK where Meghan and Dave opened for Southern California rockers Robert Jon & The Wreck, who have recently partnered with Joe Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records.
The band’s music is an exploration of life’s highs and lows. From intimate ballads that lay bare the complexities of human emotion to electrifying anthems that demand to be played at full volume, their catalogue is a journey through the human experience, incorporating influences from the likes of The Band, The Wood Brothers, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Otis Redding, Little Feat, Sly and the Family Stone, among others.
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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