Devin Townsend is joined by legendary guitarist Steve Vai on episode 2 of The Devin Townsend podcast from Inside Out Music.
Devin says: For the second episode, I am attempting the process of interviewing someone else about their process and seeing how they navigate the same stumbling blocks we all do. Steve Vai was the obvious guest based on our history and my relationship with him. If this works, I may attempt to interview other artists I know about this topic in hopes it can shed some light on your own experiences. Let us know if this is something you’d like me to continue, and if so…I’ll try to get better at it .
British electronic rock band NEON FIELDS is proud to announce their exciting partnership with the independent Italian Label Epictronic. The primary objective of the collaboration is to expand the reach of Neon Fields’ music across Europe and the world.
Ed Barrett, the band’s lead vocalist, expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration, saying, “We are exhilarated to be partnering with Epictronic and looking forward to reaching out to more people with our music. Our aim is to ascend to greater heights and expand our fan base, and we believe that this partnership will help us achieve that.”
Epictronic is equally excited about the collaboration and is known for its innovative approach to the music industry. Carlo Bellotti, the label’s CEO, said, “We are excited to work with Neon Fields. Their unique sound and style perfectly align with our vision for the future of music.”
The partnership includes the release of Neon Fields’ self-titled album, which is scheduled to be launched on December 22, 2023.
Tracklist:
Paths
Rituals
Bleak
Meant To Be
Cage Of Lions
Light Them Up
Burial
Time To Leave
Interlude
Shelter
Last Light
Dystopia
Collisions
Neon Fields, known for their high-energy performances and genre-bending sound, has been causing a stir in the UK music scene since their debut in 2022. With this new opportunity, the band is poised to make an even more significant impact on the global music stage and create a name for themselves as one of the industry’s most innovative and trailblazing bands.
Watch the video for “Light Them Up”:
Line up:
Edward Barrett| Vocals / Lyrics Luke Russe| Drums / Percussion Piers Ward| Keyboards / Guitar
An announcement that will set the metalcore community ablaze, BLEED THE SKY have officially commenced the recording process for their long-anticipated fourth studio album. The band, renowned for their ferocious sound and unwavering stage presence, has entered the studio with a mission to create a sonic masterpiece that will undoubtedly redefine the genre.
Known for their previous chart-topping releases and electrifying live performances, Bleed the Sky is poised to raise the bar even higher with this upcoming album. Fans around the globe have been eagerly awaiting new material, and the band is primed to deliver an experience that transcends expectations.
The as-yet-untitled album is scheduled for release in the summer of 2024, promising a soundtrack that encapsulates the raw energy and uncompromising spirit for which Bleed the Sky is known for. With their signature blend of relentless riffs, thunderous percussion, and evocative lyrics, the band aims to leave an indelible mark on the metalcore landscape.
Hailing from the musical breeding grounds of Orange County, CA, metalcore band Bleed the Sky began in 2003 with vocalist Noah Robinson, guitarists Kyle Moorman and Wayne Miller, bassist Casey Kulek, sampler Luke Andersen and drummer Austin D’Amond. Merely two months later and ready to dive into the music scene, the group performed their first show to a sold out crowd in an opening spot for Opeth and their second headlining the world famous Whisky A Go Go.
Early the following year their first EP, Bleed the Sky, was produced by Ben Schigel, known for his work engineering and mixing great music with groups such as Ringworm, Chimaira, and Walls of Jericho. The band sold over 1,000 copies on their own before signing a deal with Nuclear Blast Records in the fall of 2004. Their April of 2005 debut for the label, Paradigm in Entropy (2005), featured a futuristic, industrial, and melody-infused take on nu-metal’s dissonant riffs and aggressive vocals.
The album cemented the band as a forerunner in the New Wave of American Heavy Metal movement of the mid 2000’s and allowed for many opportunities and shows, including a consistent rotation on MTV’s Headbanger’s Ball. Their major success allowed them to tour with the likes of Hatebreed, Soulfly, Napalm Death, Red Chord, Agnostic Front, Disturbed, Diecast, and ILL Nino, only further promoting their albums and musical talent over the years.
Following the release of two well received albums with Nuclear Blast Records, Paradigm in Entropy (2005), and Murder the Dance (2008), they once again aimed to redefine who they are with a new label, Art Is War Records. The releases of This Way Lies Madness (2020) and the single “The Devil Will See You Now” (2020) started to gain the band massive online attention with the single reaching over a million streams on Spotify.
Not letting the pandemic keep them down for long, Bleed the Sky has returned with the same intensity that fans of their previous albums will be familiar with, as well as a new brutality that they are excited to share with the metal community. In 2022, Monte Barnard joined the group as the new frontman and was eager to bring his talent and experience to an already versatile group.
Getting his start in Northern California’s Death Metal scene, Monte Barnard joined Alterbeast in 2014 and continued his work touring and filling in on vocals with such bands as Thy Art Is Murder, The Kennedy Veil, and Fallujah. He still also fronts Emberthrone on Seek & Strike Records, as well as Lesser Animal.
Armed with a new vocalist and the release of a new single, “The Parasite” featuring guest vocalist Mark Hunter from Chimaira, they are set to make a mark once more in the music world and enthrall the masses with vigor.
The group is currently composed of Monte Barnard on Vocals, Kevin Garcia on Guitar, Wayne Miller on Guitar, David Culbert on Bass and Austin D’Amond on Drums.
Pagan Records will release the legendary tribute album “V/A Czarne Zastępy – w Hołdzie Kat”, for the first time on vinyl on 20 December 2023. Originally released in 1996, the album features 15 bands paying homage to the influential band KAT, originally formed in 1979 and also known as the godfathers of black/thrash metal in Poland.
Bands featured on the compilation include Vader, Behemoth, Lux Occulta, Luciferion (with Snowy Show of ex-King Diamon/Mercyful Fate on backing vocals), Damnation and many others. The tracks in this album are exclusive and are not available on regular artist releases.
“V/A Czarne Zastępy – w Hołdzie Kat” will be available as a double red (LTD 300 copies) and black 180g Vinyl in gatefold sleeve and will include a booklet with fan memorabilia.
The pre-order via Pagan Records is now open, HERE.
Primed for global domination in 2024, the hard rock sister-trio from Monterrey, Mexico, The Warning, will embark on a month-long full-scale European tour. It kicks off in Madrid at Sala La Riviera on April 4, canvases the continent, and concludes in London at O2 Forum Kentish Town on April 27. Tickets go on sale Friday November 24 at 10am local time.
Next year marks a big year for The Warning as they are set to release even more new music! Pre-save their soon to be released next release here: https://theWarning.lnk.to/presave
The tour marks the band’s return to Europe after their own run of beyond sold out headline EU & UK dates in addition to their monumental run supporting MUSE & Royal Blood on their stadium tours.
They also sold out shows across Mexico, South America including their largest show to date in Mexico CIty at the infamous Pepsi Center.
Not to mention they just announced they will be performing at Pal Norte and Vive Latino festival in March of 2024!
The Warning continue to make headlines as they recently performed two songs at MTV’s Extended Play Stage – performing “MORE” and “EVOLVE”. They also hit the red carpet and spoke to Billboard , Vanity Fair, People, Entertainment Weekly, The Cut, Teen Vogue, Cosmopolitan,F Glamour, and more!
In addition this year they were chosen to be the face of Pepsi Black’s new campaign – watch here – cementing their status as one of the hottest up-and-coming bands in the music industry.
This past year they kicked off the summer with “MORE,” which is currently reeling in 13 million global streams. Beyond plugs from the likes of Consequence of Sound and more, OnesToWatch hailed it as “a raging anthem that highlights the band’s insane musicality and knack for creating bold, mosh-inducing music.” Listen to “MORE”—HERE & Watch the official music video HERE.
Last year, the group hit the road in support of their explosive full-length debut album, ERROR, out now via LAVA/Republic Records. It amassed over 175 million-plus streams and earned widespread critical acclaim. Listen to ERROR—HERE and watch the album’s music videos – HERE. The band notably played 100+ shows to packed crowds alongside Foo Fighters, Halestorm, The Pretty Reckless, and Three Days Grace in addition to selling out their own MAYDAY Tour.
The Warning Tour Dates 11/24 Merida, MX Auditorio La Isla Merida 11/25 Cancun, MX Plaza del Toros Cancun 11/26 Cancun, MX Auditorio Stoa 11/27 Toluca De Lerdo, MX Teatro Morelos 12/8 Santiago De Queretaro, MX Auditorio Josefa Ortiz De Dominguez 2/4-2/7 Miami, FL Shiprocked Cruise 3/16-3/17 Mexico, City, MX Vive Latino Festival 3/31 Monterrey, MX Tecate Pa’l Norte 4/4 Madrid, ESP Sala La Riviera 4/5 Lisbon, POR LAV 4/6 Santiago De Compostela, ESP Sala Capitol 4/8 Barcelona, ESP Sala Razzmatazz 4/9 Bilbao, ESP Kafe Antzokia 4/11 Milan, IT Legend Club 4/12 Zurich, CHE Dynamo 4/13 Munich, GER Technikum 4/14 Prague, CZ REP Futurum Music Bar 4/16 Berlin, GER Columbia Theater 4/17 Cologne, GER Kantine 4/18 Paris, FR Maroquinerie 4/19 Haarlem, NL Patronaat 4/21 Birmingham, UK O2 Institute 2 4/22 Leeds, UK Stylus 4/23 Glasgow, UK The Garage 4/25 Manchester, UK Academy 2 4/26 Cardiff, UK Y Plas 4/27 London, UK O2 Forum Kentish Town 8/1 Wacken, GR Wacken Open Air Festival
Building on their legacy, ANY GIVEN DAY are set to transcend boundaries with their upcoming album Limitless due for release on 26th January via Arising Empire.
True to its name, Limitless explores themes of boundless potential and unbridled creativity. The album promises to be a groundbreaking addition to their discography, featuring tracks that push the limits of metalcore with innovative sounds and profound lyrical depth. Fans can expect a collection of songs that not only resonate with the band’s signature energy but also venture into new, uncharted territories of musical exploration. Limitless is poised to redefine the genre, offering a limitless experience of musical prowess and emotional depth.
To celebrate the announcement, Any Given Day have released the title-track, watch the video here:
The band comment on the album: “Our new album Limitless is infused with a new vibe of positivity and energy that we’ve honestly never felt before. – like we shook things up but still stayed true to ourselves. This album really represents a leap into uncharted waters, ditching the formulaic for a sound that is fresh and unbound. It reflects the boundless spirit and heart we’ve put into every melody and lyric. Limitless is the perfect word for this new adventure – it’s what you’ll feel in every track and every line we’ve poured our hearts into for this album. We can’t wait for you to hear it.“
On the single, they continue: “Limitless isn’t just the title-track of our new album! This song is like our anthem of self-belief and never giving up. You should always believe in yourself, never let negativity stop you and have the guts to shape your own destiny with determination and courage. It’s all about overcoming obstacles, grabbing opportunities, and showing that you’ve got unlimited potential. This song is basically a celebration of the human spirit kicking butt!”
Limiteless is available on CD, limited colored vinyls and a special fan box, together with unique merch options.
Any Given Day have previously announced their Limitless tour, together with label mates Of Virtue, which will kick off in February 2024. A full list of confirmed dates can be found below.
Formed in 2012, ANY GIVEN DAY ignited interest with their 2014 debut My Longest Way Home (Official German Album Charts: #28). They continued to prove they were more than just an internet phenomenon with 2016’s Everlasting (Official German Album Charts: #14). The band went on to share stages of every size with the likes of Caliban, Bury Tomorrow, Trivium, and Suicide Silence, receiving euphoric reactions and rapidly growing their fanbase.
On their 2019 full-length Overpower (Official German Album Charts: #19), Any Given Day perfected their unique blend of unruly brutality, compelling melodies and unbelievable catchiness. Surrounded by the great musicianship of his fellow band mates, one-of-a-kind vocalist Dennis Diehl handles both growls and clean vocals, putting many others to shame with his distinct, epic vocal lines. The album is packed with pummelling, in-your-face modern metal and epic arcs of suspense, all wrapped up in an uplifting message.
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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