Rising rock band Bastion Rosewill debut their highly anticipated new single, “Humble Me,” during a special live broadcast from Rainwater Studios in Brown County, Indiana, USA on last Wednesday, June 12. The live performance included the full Fade To Blue EP and culminate in the official premiere of the “Humble Me” music video—set to redirect viewers immediately following the stream.
“Humble Me” is the first single from Bastion Rose’s upcoming full-length album, Traces Of Gold,produced by three-time Grammy winner David Bottrill (Tool, Muse, Godsmack, Mastodon, Coheed and Cambria). The track blends soul-searching lyricism with hard-hitting, guitar-driven grit, drawing early comparisons to Led Zeppelin and Soundgarden.
Lead singer Austin Frink explains, “Humble Me came from a place of reckoning—with fate, with hardship, with the way life sometimes chooses you for the lesson. It’s about facing the storm.”
Giveaway: Fans who like and comment on the official “Humble Me” music video will be entered to win a limited edition Fade To Blue vinyl.
This event marked the beginning of a new chapter for Bastion Rose as they gear up for a summer of performances and prepare to unveil Traces Of Gold in full. Don’t miss the chance to experience “Humble Me” first.
Less than three months before their new album “Domination” hits the shelves (September 5, 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music), German metal frontrunners PRIMAL FEAR shift up another gear with ‘The Hunter.’ The second single from the record tells a conceived story while it musically sounds the attack for the quintet’s upcoming record.
Being also the opening track of “Domination,” the track builds up tension with anthemic lead harmonies before bursting drums and guitars break through the idyll to set the tone for another highly melodic piece from PRIMAL FEAR’s musical forge. The single additionally cements the thoroughly positive impression the group left with first single ‘Far Away,’ which saw them introduce their striking new line-up.
“Science fiction scenery, the beast is behind you, it’s me, I’m THE HUNTER, so better watch out, I smell your blood and I’m gonna get you!” warns vocalist Ralf Scheepers grinningly.
Picking up the dystopian theme of the single, director Patric Ullaeus (IN FLAMES, AMARANRATHE, EVERGREY etc.) placed the band — Scheepers, bassist/vocalist Mat Sinner, guitarists Thalìa Bellazecca and Magnus Karlsson, and drummer André Hilgers — in ruined environment to create a ‘metal as f**k’ music video where they find themselves surrounded by hellfire.
“Domination” was recorded at Dennis Ward’s Kangaroo Studios (HELLOWEEN, ANGRA etc.) in autumn 2024, produced by Mat Sinner and co-produced by Ralf Scheepers as well as Magnus Karlsson. Rounded off by multiple PRIMAL FEAR mixing/mastering engineer Jacob Hansen (AMORPHIS, VOLBEAT etc.) at his own studios in Denmark, the album artwork was designed by Death.Milk.Designs.
“Domination” – Track Listing:
The Hunter
Destroyer
Far Away
I Am The Primal Fear
Tears Of Fire
Heroes And Gods
Hallucinations
Eden [feat. Melissa Bonny of AD INFINITUM]
Scream
The Dead Don’t Die
Crossfire
March Boy March
A Tune I Won’t Forget Bonus Track [physical only; excl. jewel case-CD]
Before returning to the European concert halls with support from RPM label mates ELEINE, PRIMAL FEAR will appear at four more festivals this summer. All dates and ticket info can be found below!
PRIMAL FEAR live:
02.07.2025 DE Ballenstedt – Rockharz Open Air SOLD OUT 18.07.2025 IT Cremona – Luppolo in Rock 21.08.2025 DE Haddeby – Baltic Open Air 23.08.2025 UK Newark – Stonedead Festival SOLD OUT
“Domination” Tour 2025 w/ ELEINE
05.09.2025 DE Hamburg – Markthalle 06.09.2025 DE Leipzig – Anker 07.09.2025 DE Bochum – Zeche 09.09.2025 DE Aschaffenburg – Colos-Saal 10.09.2025 DE Munich – Backstage 12.09.2025 DE Memmingen – Kaminwerk 13.09.2025 DE Mannheim – Capitol 14.09.2025 DE Regensburg-Obertraubling – Eventhall Airport 16.09.2025 CH Pratteln – Konzertfabrik Z7 18.09.2025 DE Berlin – Hole 44 19.09.2025 DE Naila – Frankenhalle 20.09.2025 DE Stuttgart – Im Wizemann (Halle) 21.09.2025 BE Sint-Niklaas – De Casino 23.09.2025 NL Amstelveen – P60 25.09.2025 PL Warsaw – Stodola 26.09.2025 CZ Prague – MeetFactory 27.09.2025 CZ Zlín – Masters of Rock Café 30.09.2025 ES Madrid – Mon 01.10.2025 ES Murcia – Garaje 03.10.2025 ES Barcelona – Salamandra 04.10.2025 ES Pamplona – Sala Totem
Going strong for nearly three decades, the band founded and still led by Mat Sinner (bass, vocals) and Ralf Scheepers (vocals) have never let down their global fanbase. Relentless and constantly pushing their limits, PRIMAL FEAR ensure that no two albums ever sound the same. After “Code Red” [2023] hit some of the highest chart positions of their career, expectations for the next release were higher than ever. Now joined by gifted guitarist Thalìa Bellazecca and former touring drummer André Hilgers, the quintet were more than up for the challenge. And as “Domination” makes clear, no obstacle is too great for PRIMAL FEAR’s powerhouse songwriting trio – Sinner, Scheepers, and guitarist Magnus Karlsson, who also rejoins the band’s live line-up after several years away.
From the hard-hitting opener ‘The Hunter’ and first single ‘Far Away,’ to the uplifting mid-tempo anthem ‘Tears Of Fire’ and the epic ballad ‘Eden’ – featuring a surprise guest appearance by AD INFINITUM’s Melissa Bonny – “Domination” delivers on all fronts. Add in neck-breakers like ‘Scream’ and ‘Crossfire,’ and the reflective, string-and-piano-driven closer ‘A Tune I Won’t Forget,’ and it’s clear: PRIMAL FEAR aren’t here to reclaim the crown – they’re here to prove they’ve never left the throne of heavy/power metal royalty.
PRIMAL FEAR are: Ralf Scheepers | vocals Mat Sinner | bass, vocals Magnus Karlsson | guitars Thalìa Bellazecca | guitars André Hilgers | drums
US melodic rockers DOUBLE VISION take a bold step forward with the release of their powerful new single, “The Man You Make Me,” out now via Frontiers Music Srl. Known for delivering pitch-perfect recreations of Foreigner’s timeless hits, DOUBLE VISION now solidifies their transition into original music with a track that captures the soaring spirit and emotional depth of classic ’80s rock while injecting a fresh, modern edge. The new single comes alongside a visualizer, available below.
About the track, lead singer Chandler Mogel comments:
“When I heard this song as a contender for the record (written by my dear friend and super talent Aleena Gibson), I was blown away and had to record it for the record. It’s literally one of the best ballads I’ve ever heard, and I feel so blessed it fell into my lap! I really hope that others will feel the same, it’s a really special and intimate song – kind of like ‘I Want To Know What Love Is’ – just a real centerpiece ballad with a great arrangement and a memorable chorus that you can’t get out of your head.”
Having made their name as a Foreigner tribute band, DOUBLE VISION’s brand new self-titled album is all original tunes and will hit the streets on July 11, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl.
About the new album, DOUBLE VISION comments:
“We wanted to make a record that would be totally our own, but still contain a hat tip (or more) to Foreigner. We didn’t want something derivative, but at the same time, something that would appeal to fans of the band. We wanted our own identity and stamp. However, we do feel that a good way to describe the album is that if you took all the different eras of Foreigner and rolled them into one, along with some other sporadic influences, it would sound something like DOUBLE VISION.”
Check out this EPK about DOUBLE VISION and their new album of all original material HERE
1. Prison of Illusion 2. No Fool for Love 3. The Man You Make Me 4. I Know the Way 5. Youphoria 6. Look Out for Me 7. Transient Times (Instrumental) 8. Silence Is Louder 9. Church of the Open Mind 10. Once Before 11. A Stranger’s Face 12. This Day and Age 13. Love Could Rule
Born as a Foreigner tribute band in the United States, DOUBLE VISION honed their craft performing to lively and sold-out crowds up and down the East Coast and across the country, soon becoming a real live attraction. With a lineup boasting some of New York City’s top professional rock musicians and well-known faces of the scene, including dynamic frontman and singer Chandler Mogel (Outloud, Jeff Waters’ Amerikan Kaos, Punky Meadows, etc.), super drummer Scott Duboys (ex-Warrior Soul) and bass player Scott Metaxas (ex-Prophet) as well as guitar virtuosos Chris Schwartz and Paul Baccash, and keyboard maestro Alex Lubin, DOUBLE VISION recently considered working on their own music, still owing a debt and strong influence to the Foreignersound.
Gathering the immediate interest of the Frontiers label, which supported the band’s plans, with the release of their self-titled album, DOUBLE VISION now makes its foray into the world of original music. While they showed they are truly second to none at recreating the masterful songs Foreigner fans worldwide have come to love, DOUBLE VISION now enters the second phase of their career, primed and ready to establish a strong foothold in the melodic rock realm with an album that truly recreates the magic of the 80’s rock vibe with a contemporary take.
Just like the trees they’re protecting, Savage Lands have roots that run deep. Megadeth drummer Dirk Verbeuren and guitarist-turned-activist Sylvain Demercastel first joined forces in France during the late ’90s before reuniting two decades later to form the world’s first metal non-profit for biodiversity. Since 2022, their organization has protected more than 100 acres of endangered forest with help from environmentalists and metalheads.
As they prepare once again to bring the metal forest to Hellfest, today, Savage Lands is proud to announce its partnership with ESP Guitars. The two will work together to raise awareness about biodiversity and help fund the preservation projects that Savage Lands is directing in Costa Rica, Europe and Africa.
“Savage Lands is so happy to partner with a great guitar company in ESP. We are looking forward to preparing some nice events and artist collaborations together”, Sylvain says. “I was endorsed by ESP when Dirk and I were playing in a band together back in the ’90s. I always loved their guitars, so it feels natural for Savage Lands to connect with my instrumental roots!”
To ring in their new partnership, Savage Lands are giving away their very own custom ESP EC Series Guitar. Painted forest green and carved with the Army of the Trees logo, this guitar is the only one of its kind.
For a chance to win this exclusive merch item, purchase a ticket for HellRaffle 2025. Savage Lands will use 100% of the money collected from this raffle to finance another land acquisition like the one they recently purchased in Touraine, France.
Other raffle prizes include a NOTOX surfboard and skateboard, drumsticks signed by Dirk Verbeuren and 2 full 4 day passes to Hellfest 2026.
Hellfest is donating one million Euro to Savage Lands after Sylvain and company performed on the main stage at last year’s festival.
Savage Lands debut album is out now on Season of Mist. Army of the Trees features members of Arch Enemy, Obituary, Sepultura, Lord of the Lost, Heilung + more!
Tracklist 1. Black Rock Heart (feat Kai Uwe Faust) (4:36) [WATCH] 2. Ruling Queen (featuring Alissa White-Gluz) (4:31) [WATCH] 3. The Last Howl (featuring John Tardy, Andreas Kisser) (6:04) [WATCH] 4. No Remedy (featuring Maria Franz) (4:27) [WATCH] 5. Out of Breath (featuring Lord Of The Lost) (4:49) [WATCH] 6. Better Man (4:23) 7. Never Be Up (3:42) 8. Army of the Trees (4:26) [WATCH] 9. Visions of Life (4:02) 10. Addicted (4:45)
Having seen first-hand how deforestation threatens Costa Rica’s rain forest, two angry metalheads are banging their heads together to protect the world’s ecosystem.
“After hearing the chainsaws on a daily basis, we knew it was time to act”, says musician-turned-activist Sylvain Demercastel, “because the buzzing is only getting louder”.
Sylvain founded Savage Lands with his long-time friend and Megadeth drummer Dirk Verbeuren in 2022. Thanks to their music, the 501 (c) (3) non-profit has preserved 100,000 square feet of forest in high-risk areas along the Costa Rican coastline. 100% of the royalties from their first album, Army of the Trees, support their ongoing preservation projects in Costa Rica and other countries.
The roots behind Savage Lands run deep. Dirk and Sylvain first met in France during the late ‘90s, when they both played in the socially conscious thrash metal band Artsonic. But just like a tree, the organization is supported by different types of branches.
“As a non-profit, we depend on the support of other organizations, fellow artists and our listeners”, Dirk says.
In Costa Rica, Savage Lands partners with scientists, forest engineers, ecological parks, private businesses and other non-profits. Their Green Alliance (Alianza Verde) has led to more than 11,000 trees being planted in deforested areas throughout Costa Rica thanks to the help of 1,200 volunteers.
Collaboration also fuels the creative fires of Savage Lands. The core band includes Poun and Etienne Treton from the veteran French metalcore band Black Bomb A, along with Loco Muerte’s Florian Pons. When they planted their ecological flag on Hellfest’s main stage in 2024, movers and shakers from across the metal sphere showed up to support. Not only did the festival leader pledge to donate 1 million Euro to the organizations over the next five years. Daniel de Jongh (Textures), Silje Wergeland (The Gathering), Jesper Liveröd (Nasum), Alejandro Montoya (Cultura tres), Vincent Price (Body Count), Billy Graziadei (Biohazard), Shane Embury (Napalm Death) and Andreas Kisser (Sepultura) all joined for an appropriately bloody and scream-worthy rendition of “Roots”.
“I’m happy to be a part of such a truly important cause”, Embury said after the performance. “We are connected with every living thing on this planet and Savage Lands is helping to preserve nature’s treasures”.
Army of the Trees features even more metallic fire power. Out of the sludgy distortion that spews from “The Last Howl” crawls Obituary’s John Tardy, who pays a fitting tribute to the endangered Howler monkey by unleashing his inner primate with spit-flinging growls. “Black Rock Heart” carves out a wickedly blackened groove, though the song’s aggressive chug is fueled by more spiritual concerns. “We wanted the music to reflect our mounting frustration with the way the real estate heat wave is destroying Costa Rica’s ecosystem”, Sylvain says. “For so long, nature has been trying to warn us that we’re putting our future at risk”. Who else could represent the magical spirit of the forest but visionary artist Chloé Trujillo and Heilung’s chief of ceremonies Kai Uwe Faust.
Heilung are also working with Savage Lands outside of the recording studio. The world-famous Nordic collective donated $1 for every ticket sold during their most-recent U.S. tour to support their Season of Mist labelmates. “Supporting Savage Lands was an easy decision for us”, says Maria Franz, whose soothing high notes grace the melancholic power ballad “No Remedy”.
“That’s another beautiful thing about Savage Lands”, Sylvain says. “As a band, we’re not limited to just one genre. We can adapt to boost the strengths of whomever is joining us”.
Savage Lands’ debut album introduces several new species of metalhead to their ecosystem. Eurovision’s darlings Lord Of The Lost spill their blood and glitter over the spiky riffs that puncture “Out of Breath”. Holding court over lead single “Ruling Queen” with her serpentine cleans and lioness roar is none other than Arch Enemy’s Alissa White-Gluz. “Now is the time to take a stand”, the band roar in a fierce rallying cry during the album’s climactic title track, backed by Julien Truchan from Benighted and other pillars from the French metal community.
“Our goals are attainable,” Sylvain and Dirk say. “By converting the land that we purchase into nature sanctuaries, Savage Lands will help set a precedent for environmental activism. But we must work together and quickly. Ecosystems are still under attack. If we don’t, then there won’t be any wildlife left to save”.
Raise your horns and join the Army of the Trees in support of the metal non-profit.
Special member Dirk Verbeuren (Drums on “Black Rock Heart”, “The Last Howl” and “Out of Breath)
Collaborators Stephane Buriez Ardag Basmadjian HK Nico + James at Vamacara
Guest features Kai Uwe Faust – Vocals (Black Rock Heart) Chloe Trujillo – Vocals (Black Rock Heart, Out of Breath) Alissa White-Gluz – Vocals (Ruling Queen) Kenneth Andrews – Guitar (Ruling Queen) Andreas Kisser – Guitar (The Last Howl) John Tardy – Vocals (The Last Howl) Maria Franz – Vocals (No Remedy) Lord Of The Lost – Vocals, Guitars (Out of Breath)
*Army of Trees features Steeven Corsini (Loco Muerte), Auré Jäger (Akiavel), David & Viber (Sidilarsen), Niko Jones (Tagada Jones), Julien Truchan (Benighted), Stéphane Buriez (Loudblast, Sinsaenum), Nils Courbaron (Bloodorn, Sirenia, DDC) and Aurelien Ouzoulias (The Beat Factory, Mörglbl).
Production Recorded, mixed and mastered by Adair Daufembach at Daufembach Studio in Los Angeles.
REDIKIN is back with a fiery new lyric video for their song “You”—a bold callout to manipulation and power plays. With infectious riffs and unapologetic vocals, this groove-laden rock track delivers raw attitude and truth like never before. The opening line says it all: “You don’t listen to lyrics, do you?” Well, now you will.
“You” is taken from REDIKIN’s album The Crux, out now via Wormholedeath. The band continues to push boundaries, blending infectious grooves with high-energy rock and undeniable attitude.
REDIKIN is a female-fronted groove rock band from the Netherlands, known for their high-energy performances and gritty, groove-driven sound. Following the release of their debut EP and album The Crux, they’ve captured attention with their unapologetic style and anthemic tracks like “You”. In 2025, REDIKIN signed with Wormholedeath Records, setting the stage for global promotion of The Crux.
Redikin is: Vocals – Afke van Althuis Guitar – David de Waal Bass guitar – Saro Pulvirenti Keyboard – Leslie Harberts Drums – Haico van Attikum
The Violent Hour has released “Hell or Hollywood,” the brand new single from her upcoming EP, that features guitarist Zakk Wylde, via Megaforce Records! Get the song on all digital streaming services now on https://orcd.co/hellorhollywood
“I wanted to write a song that felt the way I did when I first moved to Los Angeles at twenty,”Carla explains, “like my motorcycle boots hitting the Sunset Strip for the very first time. I had driven across the country with nothing but a paper map, no friends, no plan—just a dream. I figured I’d survive somehow, and every day was exactly that: survival. There were moments that nearly broke me, followed by the kind of euphoric highs that made it all worth it. That’s what Hell or Hollywood is: the chaos, illusion and grit in perfect juxtaposition. Wouldn’t leave it if you could…”
“Carla grew up loving Guns N’ Roses, and since they were so heavily influenced by Aerosmith, I wanted to write something that paid tribute to both,” added Anthrax’s Charlie Benante who wrote the project’s music and played all instruments on the EP. “The riff on ‘Hell or Hollywood’ is the kind that stands on its own — even without vocals, it’s got a swagger to it. And having Zakk Wylde on the solo? He brought this raw, six string grit that rips through the track. You hear it and instantly know—it’s him.”
ABOUT CARLA HARVEY: Not many people have comic book author, embalmer, and musician on their resumes. Carla Harvey boasts all three and so much more. Carla was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan—a city known for its grit, resilience, and often deep divides. Navigating life as a bi-racial kid in a fractured environment wasn’t easy, but Carla found her escape in art, music, and self-expression. By day, she hustled, attending the prestigious College for Creative Studies alongside working odd jobs like perfume counter girl and gas station attendant, and by night, she was on stage with local bands, saving every dollar she could for a one-way trip to Los Angeles.
At twenty, she put all her belongings in her car and navigated from Detroit to Hollywood with a paper map. In LA, she landed acting roles on shows like Rules of Engagement, played in bands searching for her sound, and never stopped creating. But beyond the music was a driven academic. Carla had a deep love for science and eventually pursued a Bachelor of Mortuary Science (graduating as valedictorian) and a Master of Science in Thanatology. Carla became a licensed funeral director and embalmer and founded her own grief counseling service – all while touring the world extensively as a founding member of The Butcher Babies.
Today, in addition to her music career, Carla is a Grief Specialist for the innovative death care company ‘Parting Stone,’ that transforms cremated remains into environmentally-friendly stones that the departed’s family can hold, treasure and honor.
Beyond her professional life, Carla is a devoted collector of pop culture oddities: comics, wrestling figures, vintage Barbies, Elvira, the Incredible Hulk, and rock relics from her wildest nights in Hollywood. She still holds onto her Rainbow Bar and Grill drink tickets from the ’90s and a poker chip from Lemmy’s last birthday party. Her creative heroes—Russ Meyers, Robert Williams, Robert Crumb & Charles Bukowski—mirror her love of the bold and the raw.
To date, Carla has released six albums, multiple comic books and a 2014 novel, “Death and Other Dances.” But if you ask her…she’s still just a blue-collar kid from the Midwest with big dreams.
For more info visit Carla Harvey on: Instagram: @carlaharvey Facebook: carlaharveymusic Tik Tok: @carlaharvey
THE ROCK ALCHEMIST – Italian Rock Band from Turin with a strong sonic identity that blends modern rock with progressive, hard, alternative, and pop elements!
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
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