Rockshots Records is thrilled to announce the name of the lead singer for Lay Of The Autumn: Iryna “ERIA” Boyarkina!
Iryna is a renowned artist from Ukraine, recognized as “ERIA” and has gained fame through her performances with the band Mysterya and her appearances in popular contests like Eurovision, X-Factor and The Voice.
Davide Scuteri, the mastermind behind Lay Of The Autumn, shared his excitement about Iryna joining the band: “I’m sure that fans of my previous projects, Ravenword and Choirs of Veritas will appreciate the melancholic and epic tones of this new project. They’ll be astonished by the enchanting and powerful voice of Iryna“
Lay Of The Autumn combines the talents of Davide Scuteri (Ravenword, Choirs of Veritas), Cesare Ferrari, Davide Lovecchio, and Michele Olmi (Chronosfear, Embrace Of Souls). The band’s debut album is highly anticipated, and with Iryna at the forefront, the symphonic metal scene is in for a treat.
Keep an eye out for more updates and get ready for the band’s upcoming single featuring Iryna on vocals, set to be released soon. 🔥
On last 12th April 2024 Lay Of The Autumn released their first single, the instrumental song “Si Sta Come D’Autunno Sugli Alberi Le Foglie” which gained interest of media and fans expecting for more news about this project.
As described by mastermind Davide Scuteri “this is a hermetic title. During the First World War there was a poet into the battlefield, his name was Giuseppe Ungaretti and he wrote these lines in his poetry “Soldati (Soldiers)”, as perpetual symbol of the life in the trenches.
It’s an instrumental powerful and virtusistic song, in the style of the Stratovarius, which talks about the conflicting emotions which can live inside us, and the precarious condition of the life when the Lay of the Autumn comes”.
The Rock against Bullying project was born in 2018 from an initiative by Salvo “Ironwill” Dell’Arte: the band is part of a wide kaleidoscope in which all artistic forms are involved: music, photography, video, comics, illustration and works of art. IRONWILL‘s aim is to bring together the best artists who are able to express, the importance of the themes dealt with in each phase of the project, through their emotions.
IRONWILL believes that rock music and other forms of art are the best way to communicate with people, especially young people and teenagers, the light of the soul that everyone needs on the evolution path of their lives. Art is part of life and is the best way to help us give true meaning to our journey on this Earth.
IRONWILL aims to deal with personal and psychological issues, offering different points of view into the depths of one’s soul, trying to shine a warm light at the audience. The first chapter dealt with bullying; in 2019 IRONWILL recorded the concept album “The Jonathan’s Journey”.
The second chapter released in 2020/2021, called “Breakout”, is about the evolution of souls; 10 songs (plus an introductory single) linked by the same perspective: a positive evolution. In the meantime, IRONWILL are experimenting with a return to blues with a set of singles in which the crossover between rock and blues allows them to explore the themes musically. This fascinating exploration is called B2B Back to Blues.
The third single and video clip ‘Sad Night’ from Ironwill’s upcoming EP has just premiered.
SEBASTIAN BACH has a lot to celebrate today. It’s the release day for his much-anticipated “Child Within The Man” (Reigning Phoenix Music) album — his first solo effort in 10 years — and tonight he’ll launch the U.S. leg of his “What Do I Got To Lose? Tour.” The singer, songwriter, author, Broadway star, and actor has also released a new single ‘Freedom’ from the album, with a video to follow in the coming days. Listen here. ‘Freedom’ is the latest track from “Child Within The Man”; it follows ‘What Do I Got To Lose?,’ ‘Everybody Bleeds,’ and ‘(Hold On) To The Dream.’
“‘Child Within The Man’ relates to the fact that rock and roll makes me feel like a kid,” BACH told Rock And Roll Globe. “The excitement of rock, the sound of it, the collecting of it, the communal vibe when you have a party or go to a concert—to me, rock and roll when it’s done right, like this album, feels like a magic elixir. Like something you can enjoy that makes you feel like a youth. The spirit of being a little kid. I can’t think of many things that do that in this world.”
“Child Within The Man” was recorded in Orlando, Florida; produced and mixed by Baskette; engineered by Jef Moll, assistant engineered by Josh Saldate; and mastered by Robert Ludwig/Gateway Mastering. BACH wrote or co-wrote all the album’s 11 tracks and sang all lead and backing vocals. “Child Within The Man” features guest appearances from John 5, Steve Stevens, and Orianthi—who all co-wrote their respective tracks with BACH—and two tracks co-written with Myles Kennedy (‘What Do I Got to Lose?’ and ‘To Live Again’); Devin Bronson on guitars, Todd Kerns (bass) and Jeremy Coulson (drums) round out the players on the album. The album is available on CD (Jewelcase), cassette and double LP in a variety of color options. The album artwork holds special meaning since it was designed by BACH’s father, noted visual artist David Bierk. “This album artwork was started in 1978 and finished in 2024!” SEBASTIAN says.
“Child Within The Man” track listing is as follows:
Everybody Bleeds Freedom (featuring John 5) (Hold On) To The Dream What Do I Got to Lose? Hard Darkness Future of Youth (featuring Orianthi) Vendetta F.U. (featuring Steve Stevens) Crucify Me About To Break To Live Again
Album artwork: David Bierk – Execution: Scott M Fischer
Last Friday, BACH kicked off the “What Do I Got To Lose?” U.S. Tour, in Jefferson, LA. The tour–a mix of solo gigs and festival appearances– wraps June 29 in San Diego, CA. Click HERE for all ticketing info and to purchase tickets.
SEBASTIAN BACH live, remaining shows: 12.05.2024 US Daytona Beach, FL – Welcome to Rockville 14.05.2024 US Jacksonville, FL – Hooligans Live 16.05.2024 US Patchogue, NY – Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts 17.05.2024 US Warren, OH – Packard Music Hall 18.05.2024 US Bensalem, PA – Parx Casino 19.05.2024 US Baltimore, MD – Rams Head Live! 21.05.2024 US New Haven, CT – Toad’s Place 22.05.2024 US Albany, NY – Empire Live 24.05.2024 CA Montréal, QC – Theatre Beanfield 28.05.2024 US Warrendale, PA – Jergel’s Rhythm Grille 29.05.2024 US Grand Rapids, MI – Elevation 31.05.2024 US Indianapolis, IN – Hendricks Live! 01.06.2024 US Morgantown, WV – Ruby Amphitheatre 02.06.2024 US Columbus, OH – The King Of Clubs 04.06.2024 US Detroit, MI – Saint Andrew’s Hall 05.06.2024 US Madison, WI – Majestic Theatre 07.06.2024 US Joliet, IL – The Forge 08.06.2024 US St. Charles, IL – Arcada Theatre 09.06.2024 US East Moline, IL – The Rust Belt 11.06.2024 US Des Moines, IA – Wooly’s 12.06.2024 US Lincoln, NE – Bourbon Theatre 14.06.2024 US Colorado Springs, CO – Sunshine Studios 15.06.2024 US Denver, CO – Summit 16.06.2024 US Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theater 18.06.2024 US Oklahoma City, OK – Diamond Ballroom 19.06.2024 US Little Rock, AR – The Hall 21.06.2024 US Dallas, TX – The Lexus Box Garden @ Legacy Hall 22.06.2024 US Houston, TX – Scout Bar 23.06.2024 US San Antonio, TX – The Rock Box 25.06.2024 US Tucson, AZ – Rialto Theatre 27.06.2024 US Ventura, CA – The Majestic Ventura Theater 28.06.2024 US Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory 29.06.2024 US San Diego, CA – House of Blues
About SEBASTIAN BACH
With an inimitable presence as loud as his instantly identifiable voice, SEBASTIAN BACH has left a San Andreas Fault-size imprint on music, theater, film, television, and culture. Moreover, his influence only continues to magnify. He has penned and voiced some of the most iconic anthems in rock history, crafting a catalog highlighted by generational hits such as ’18 And Life,’‘I Remember You,’‘Youth Gone Wild,’‘Slave To The Grind,’‘Wasted Time,’ and ‘Monkey Business,’ to name a few. He has made history as “the first heavy metal singer on Broadway” with a now legendary turn in “Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical” in addition to leading roles in “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” and “Jesus Christ Superstar.” He has appeared in dozens of television series and films, ranging from “Trailer Park Boys” and “Robot Chicken” to “Spongebob Squarepants,”“The Masked Singer,” and “Hell’s Kitchen.” Speaking to his versatility, he’s the rare force of nature who can duet with Axl Rose and reprise a seven-season recurring role on “Gilmore Girls.”
THE DEAD DAISIES have released their first single “Light ‘Em Up” from their upcoming album.
“Light ‘Em Up” sets the tone for their upcoming album of the same name and their 2024 World Tour which will take them across the US, UK and Europe.
Recorded in Nashville with Producer Marti Frederiksen, “Light ‘Em Up” is the band’s first new single since 2022 and the first with singer John Corabi since 2018.
“Hey Gang, we are releasing our first single “Light ‘Em Up” today, from our new record, aptly titled “Light ‘Em Up” as well! It’s a kick-ass, straight ahead rock and roll tune, just how we like it!!! Turn it up, and get ready to bang your head and break shit!!! Hope ya like it!!! Love you guys!!” – John Corabi
Accompanying the ‘Light ‘Em Up’ single is an explosive new video that can be viewed below.
The band’s US leg of their upcoming Light ‘Em Up World Tour is an exclusive run of dates kicking off with New York City’s Killcode and Tempt for A Mega Night Of Rock on June 6th at Racket NYC. The tour will hit some of the band’s favorite cities and venues from coast to coast with 80’s power-pop legends Enuff Z’Nuff in St. Charles, and a special Father’s Day show with Ace Frehley band alums Rock City Machine Co. in Nashville. Special Guests including Gilby Clarke of Guns N’ Roses fame in San Diego, and young electric upstarts Red Voodoo in Roseville will wrap up the US Tour dates.
“Our 2024 Tour has been locked and we’re gonna have some great nights of kickass rock!!!! Can’t wait to play the new songs for you guys! See ya there” – Doug Aldrich
The Dead Daisies spent the early part of 2024 in both Nashville & Muscle Shoals with Frederiksen writing and recording songs for their forthcoming 7th studio album. The album, Light ‘Em Up will be released in early September through Spitfire Music Pty Ltd/SPV.
Thursday, 06/06/24 New York, NY Racket NYC Saturday, 06/08/24 Vineland, NJ The Landis Sunday, 06/09/24 Lititz, PA Mickey’s Black Box Tuesday, 06/11/24 Flint, MI The Machine Shop Concert Lounge Wednesday, 06/12/24 St. Charles, IL The Arcada Theatre Saturday, 06/15/24 Harrison, OH Blue Note Harrison Sunday, 06/16/24 Nashville, TN The Basement East Wednesday, 06/19/24 San Diego, CA House Of Blues Thursday, 06/20/24 Los Angeles, CA Whisky a Go Go Saturday, 06/22/24 Roseville, CA Goldfield Trading Post
Ten years SERIOUS BLACK, ten years of melodic power metal, with the license to create anthems! Since their founding in 2014 the band enthuses their fans not only with five studio albums to date (while their last offering, “Vengeance Is Mine”, charted at a phenomenal #16 in Germany), but also at frenetically acclaimed concerts and festival appearances around the globe. To celebrate their decadal birthday in glorious style, SERIOUS BLACK have announced the release of a brand new album, entitled “Rise Of Akhenaton”, to arrive on September 27, 2024 via AFM Records! The album pre-sale has just started at https://seriousblack.bfan.link/rise-of-akhenaton
At the same time, the band will be on tour throughout Europe, with Sonata Arctica and Firewind. To shorten your wait, SERIOUS BLACK will unleash three singles, including video clips, starting today with the uptempo track “Metalized”. With its powerful guitar riffing, the dynamic base of drum and bass and the hymn like catchy tunes this song unites all the band’s excellences!
Band mastermind Mario Lochert comments: “10 years of Serious Black! 10 years was the intro of Akhenaton the first track which blasted like a rolling thunder through the loudspeakers at over 200 concerts worldwide . Now it’s time to bring Akhenaton and his army to life “Rise of Akhenaton” the album. So what would be better to start the journey into the album with a song, that reflects the lifestyle, heart and love to the music of every heavy metal fan – aren’t we all a little “Metalized”?”
Not only “Metalized”, but any of the eleven tracks on their new album showcase, that SERIOUS BLACK stylistically went back to their roots, but at the same time, due to the modern production by Lochert und Bob Katsionis, “Rise Of Akhenaton” sounds more diversified than ever. The interim focus on progressive directives has now changed to more catchy arrangements. Anno 2024, straight, classic power metal – the style the band once got to be known for – reigns again.
„The return to what characterized us once, was already indicated on “Vengeance Is Mine” “, Lochert explains the natural evolution of the band and adds: „Since his joining three years ago our singer Nikola Mijic has turned out to be a real jewel for us. Because of his expressive voice and his intuitive feeling for great melodies the songs got more clarity and a more direct pace.“
Photo Credit: Randy Caballero | Doug Julien | Anthony Lopardo
“ARE YOU READY TO RIOT?!” Warriors, if you missed the call, you better put on your armour now as US icons RIOT (V) release “Mean Streets,” their first studio album in 6 years, via Atomic Fire Records. Highly lauded by worldwide hard ‘n’ heavy press and supported by an ongoing European run with label mates TAILGUNNER, the band deliver a 51-minute moment of sheer heavy/power metal glory. RIOT (V) additionally celebrate today’s album release by launching the official music video for its speedy title track whose lyrics nostalgically deal with the group’s New York City origin. The audiovisual result, which was directed by Tom Flynn (LAMB OF GOD, BLACK STONE CHERRY, SUFFOCATION etc.) who was also responsible for RIOT (V)‘s very popular ‘Feel The Fire’ video, can now be viewed over on YouTube.
Bassist Don Van Stavern shares his thoughts on the new album: “We’re more than proud to finally present “Mean Streets” to the world! It’s an album that we put a lot of passion into for our legacy and fans. Throughout the years, I have learned what the listener expects from the band. We had some time off so we really wanted to make the fans happy with our return. We always write with Mark in mind and what he might have done. This one represents all eras of the band from the rock beginnings of “Rock City” to our last power metal release “Armor Of Light.” We always unleash the fire down under!”
Order “Mean Streets” in the physical format of your choice, stream it on your favourite DSP or get it digitally now, here: https://riotv.afr.link/meanstreetsPR
The album was recorded by Bruno Ravel in New Jersey. Ravel also mixed the album while Bart Gabriel took care of its mastering. Artwork was provided by Gyula Havancsák (ACCEPT, STRATOVARIUS, BRAINSTORM etc.) who captured the galloping style of the new material skillfully – without missing the band’s typical seal style, of course.
Don’t forget to subscribe to Reigning Phoenix Music on YouTube to stay updated & to listen to ‘Mean Streets’ as well as other new tracks in the “RPM New Releases” playlist on Spotify: https://rpm.link/spotifynewreleasesPR
RIOT (V) live:
“Mean Streets” Tour 2024 w/ TAILGUNNER , remaining shows: Presented by Dragon Productions, Atomic Fire Records & Gabriel Management 12.05.2024 DE Hamburg – Bambi Galore 15.05.2024 DE Mannheim – 7er Club* 14.05.2024 DE Oldenburg – MTS* 16.05.2024 NL Enschede – Metropool* 17.05.2024 NL Drachten – Iduna* 18.05.2024 BE Bilzen – South Of Heaven* 19.05.2024 DE Gelsenkirchen – Rock Hard Festival
05.06.2024 SE Sölvesborg – Sweden Rock Festival
20.07.2024 JP Kawasaki – Club Citta 22.07.2024 JP Shibuya – Club Quattro
07.09.2024 BR Limeira – Studio Mirage Eventos 08.09.2024 BR São Paulo – Manifesto Bar 11.09.2024 PY Asunción – Absoluto Rock Bar 12.09.2024 AR Buenos Aires – El Teatrito 14.09.2024 CL Santiago – Teatro Cariola 15.09.2024 PE Lima – Yield Rock 18.09.2024 CO Bogotá – Ace of Spades Club 20.09.2024 MX Monterrey – Café Iguana 21.09.2024 MX Mexico City – Circo Volador
04.10.2024 US West Hollywood, CA – Whisky a Go-Go NEW
25./26.04.2025 DE Lauda-Königshofen – Keep It True (50th Anniversary Show) NEW
About RIOT (V)
With the mighty Atomic Fire Records / Reigning Phoenix Music behind the band and with many more releases to come, and with reissues on Sony Music, EMI Records and Metal Blade Records, RIOT (V) are consistantly on radio and metal charts worldwide as well as being a part of ‘New York City’s Top 20 Most Influential Metal Bands,‘‘100 Best Metal Albums Of All Time,‘‘100 Best Metal Bands Of All Time‘ and numerous mentions on VH1‘s “That Metal Show“ with Eddie Trunk and staff sighting RIOT as one of the innovaters of metal music in America and beyond and 2018 saw RIOT inducted into the “Metal Hall of Fame“ with the likes of Ronnie James Dio, Randy Rhoads, Lemmy Kilmister, BLACK SABBATH just to name a few!
RIOT (V) are: Todd Michael Hall | vocals Mike Flyntz | guitars Nick Lee | guitars Don Van Stavern | bass Frank Gilchriest | drums
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