Legendary rockers Faster Pussycat are shifting into high gear and revving things up with their brand new single ‘Motorbike,’ out now on Golden Robot Records. The adrenaline-fueled track is available to stream on all major streaming platforms.
In true Faster Pussycat fashion, ‘Motorbike’ captures the gritty, fast-lane energy that has made the band icons of the late-‘80s hard rock scene, delivering a roaring joy ride of sleaze, swagger and attitude. “Sex, rock and roll and motorcycles! The lyrics are tongue in cheek, you can take them how you want to…” raves Faster Pussycat founder and frontman Taime Downe of the single. “I started writing ‘Motorbike’ about a decade ago, then the pandemic happened and… I’m slow…” he trails with a laugh. “We actually recorded this a couple times before, I finally felt like we got it right.”
Fans will be thrilled to learn that a limited edition 7-inch of ‘Motorbike’ printed on “Pussycat Purple” vinyl is also available to buy now. For collectors, an even more limited number of 7-inches signed by Taime Downe are available exclusively at www.fasterpussycat.com.
As was the case with the band’s previous two single releases, the vinyl b-side is a cover that has Downe just as excited as his Faster original – a fuel-injected and grease-splattered take on the INXS classic ‘Don’t Change.’ “I’ve been a big fan of INXS for years – I even hung out with Michael Hutchence, Iggy Pop and Debbie Harry after an awards show, which was a night I’ll never forget,” waxes the frontman. “I’ve always wanted to do an INXS cover – they have so many great songs, but this is one of my favorites. We’ve been playing it on and off for years, and it’s obviously in the set when we play Australia. I’m psyched to finally get it recorded and out there with our own spin. It’s INXS meets the Sex Pistols, as only Faster Pussycat can.”
As Taime appropriately sings on ‘Motorbike’, “hold on tight and enjoy the ride!”
Order ‘Motorbike / Don’t Change’ from Golden Robot Records on vinylHERE
Faster Pussycat rose from the depths of the mid-‘80s Hollywood rock scene and took the Sunset Strip by storm with a sound that wasn’t glam and wasn’t punk, but blistered somewhere in between. With an attitude and swagger all its own, their self-titled debut featured the instant classics “Babylon,” “Bathroom Wall,” “Cathouse” and “Don’t Change that Song,” and its follow-up ‘Wake Me When It’s Over’ climbed even higher with the radio hit “House of Pain,” “Poison Ivy” and “Where There’s a Whip There’s a Way.”
Despite sales in excess of two million records worldwide, Faster Pussycat defied the mainstream mold and always followed their frontman’s underground sensibilities. The accolades are nice, but Taime considers his greatest accomplishment longevity. “The only number that really matters to me is the number 40. Four decades later, Faster Pussycat are still rocking, and it feels as fresh as it did in 1986.”
Look no further than new releases ‘Motorbike’ and ‘Don’t Change’ – Faster Pussycat are as virile and tenacious as ever.
Critically acclaimed guitarist and singer Orianthi will release her new studio album Some Kind of Feeling via Woodward Avenue Recordsdigitally on June 27, on CD on August15, and on vinyl on September 19.
Orianthi produced three songs from the new album including “First Time Blues,” “Ghost,” and “Bad For Each Other.” The remaining seven songs on the album, including the new single “Attention,” are produced by Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley (Beth Hart, Joe Bonamassa, Joanne Shaw Taylor).
Orianthi’s new single “Attention” is released Friday May 16th and is available on all streaming platforms HERE.
Though the lyrics of Orianthi’s latest fiery, kick-ass single “Attention,” exposes an annoying ex-lover’s habit of drunk texting to rile up her cooled passions, its title, on a deeper level makes us think about the kind of attention we’ve been paying to the singer/songwriter and virtuoso electric guitarist over the past 20 years. Seems nothing can ever be written about the multi-talented veteran artist without mentioning her collaborations with Alice Cooper, Dave Stewart and Richie Sambora, and the fact that Michael Jackson hired her for his London performances the year of his untimely death.
Equal “Attention” should also be paid to her success as an artist in her own right, starting with her Top 20 Billboard pop hit “According to You” and gold-selling Geffen album Believe, released in 2009. While playing with legends over the years, she’s continued to build her discography with numerous albums on different labels.
Her prolific streak of stylistically diverse singles in 2024 on Woodward Avenue – “First Time Blues” with Joe Bonamassa, “Ghost” and “Some Kind of Feeling” – launches a fresh, adventurous new phase of her solo career, an era of exciting creativity and powerhouse contemporary rock and roll.
Penned by Orianthi, Don Miggs and Gregory Hanson, “Attention” is a classic styled power rocker that marks her second track produced and mixed by the legendary Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley, whose surreally extensive resume includes Bonamassa, Journey, Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, Dream Theater and countless artists from his home country of South Africa and his later adopted home of Australia.
After an edgy, rhythmic electric guitar intro, Orianthi uses her silky, sultry vocal tone to bring us into a compelling scenario where she’s free from a complicated relationship and living life on her own terms now: “I ain’t at the Whisky/Waiting on you/Or staring at the ceiling/Sitting in a hotel room…” Then the groove, propelled by bassist Justin Andres and drummer Demian Arriaga, kicks up, and over more rhythmic, crunchy guitar energy, she tells her former significant other, “I’m sipping on tequila/With someone you knew/And you’re out on tour/Doing what you always do.” She doesn’t specify, but it feels like code for “screwing around like you did on me.”
As the track develops, Orianthi’s increasingly emotional vocals convey frustration and exasperation, then everything explodes on the killer hook where she really lets the guy have it: “You’re so predictable/You do it every time/Drunk checking on me/In the middle of the night/You know what you put me through/U just want attention.” She wraps the chorus with the mic drop line: “I’m done thinking about you,” which is followed by a cool melodic earworm of wordless background vocals.
After some clever wordplay in the second verse (“Ambien and alcohol/Swearing I’m the love of your life”) and another romp through the high-octane chorus (where he repeats “I’m done thinking about you” a few times for good measure, Orianthi gets to the magic that every fan waits for – her blazing solo action. It’s 30 seconds of wild abandon, pure hyperkinetic rock and roll bliss, an effortless fire with a blaze of high notes that allows her to say with her axe something deeper that even the biting lyrics can’t: I’m so over you! “Attention” is best appreciated via its dynamic performance video, which shows a few close ups of her intricate guitarisma. After another run through the hook, Orianthi repeats “I’m done thinking about you” over and over as her guitar wails behind her vocals for heavier emphasis.
With every new single, Orianthi reminds us that she’s at the top of her game in every way, finding fresh, vulnerable yet attitude-filled musical stories to tell, and allowing us to experience the guitar chops that have made her a modern-day rock hero.
Album Track Listing
1. Attention (3:48) 2. Some Kind of Feeling (4:44) 3. What I’ve Been Looking For (5:15) 4. Sharp Dressed Man (2:46) 5. Ghost (3:29) 6. First Time Blues (feat. Joe Bonamassa) (3:48) 7. Dark Days Are Gone (3:43) 8. Bad For Each Other (3:12) 9. Call You Mine (3:56) 10. Heaven Right Here (4:12)
Album Credits
Executive Producer – Mark C. Nordman All songs mastered by Brian Lee, and Bob Smith at Waygate Mastering 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10 – Produced by Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley 5, 6, 8 – Produced by Orianthi Artwork by James Silvera. Photos by Jim Donnelly 1, 4, 10 – Recorded at NRG Studios, North Hollywood, CA 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 – Recorded at Love Street Sound, Glendale, CA
ATTENTION Orianthi – Guitar and lead vocal Justin Andres – Bass, Nick Maybury – Guitars Demian Arriaga – Drums, Carey Frank – Keyboards Background Vocals – Sharlotte Gibson, Maiya Sykes and Allison Iraheta Music and lyrics by Orianthi Panagaris, Don Miggs, and Gregory Hanson Produced and mixed by Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley ISRC code: US-VKM-25-00016
SOME KIND OF FEELING Orianthi – Guitar, Lead and background vocals Justin Andres – Bass and background vocals, Nick Maybury – Guitar Ed Roth – Keyboards, Jimmy Paxson – Drums Jade MacRae – Background Vocals Music and lyrics by Orianthi Panagaris Produced and mixed by Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley
WHAT I’VE BEEN LOOKING FOR Orianthi – Guitar, lead and background vocals Justin Andres – Bass and background vocals, Nick Maybury – Guitar Ed Roth – Keyboards, Jimmy Paxson – Drums Jade MacRae – Background Vocals Music and lyrics by Orianthi Panagaris Produced and mixed by Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley
SHARP DRESSED MAN Orianthi – Guitar and lead vocal Justin Andres – Bass, Nick Maybury – Guitars Demian Arriaga – Drums, Carey Frank – Keyboards Greg Morrow – Percussion, Bobby Summerfield – Synths Music and lyrics by William Gibbons, Frank Beard and Joe Hill Produced and mixed by Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley
GHOST Orianthi – Guitar and lead vocal Michael Bearden – Keyboards, Roberto Vally – Bass Tony Braunagel – Drums Background Vocals – Sharlotte Gibson, Luke Edgemon & Maiya Sykes Music and lyrics by Orianthi Panagaris, and Jacob Bunton Produced by Orianthi Mixed by Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley
FIRST TIME BLUES (FT JOE BONAMASSA) Orianthi – Guitar and Vocals Joe Bonamassa – Guitar Justin Andres – Bass & Background Vocals, Carey Frank – Keyboards Nick Maybury – Guitars, Elias Mallin – Drums Music and lyrics by Orianthi Panagaris Produced by Orianthi Mixed by Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley
DARK DAYS ARE GONE Orianthi – Guitar, lead and background vocals Justin Andres – Bass, Nick Maybury – Guitar Ed Roth – Keyboards, Jimmy Paxson – Drums Jade MacRae – Background Vocals Music and lyrics by Orianthi Panagaris Produced and mixed by Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley
BAD FOR EACH OTHER Orianthi – Guitar and vocals Justin Andres – Bass, Carey Frank – Keyboards Nick Maybury – Guitars, Ellias Mallin – Drums Music and lyrics by Orianthi Panagaris Produced by Orianthi Mixed by Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley
CALL YOU MINE Orianthi – Guitar, Lead and Background Vocals Justin Andres – Bass and background vocals, Nick Maybury – Guitar Ed Roth – Keyboards, Jimmy Paxson – Drums Jade MacRae – Background Vocals Music and lyrics by Orianthi Panagaris Produced and mixed by Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley
HEAVEN RIGHT HERE Orianthi – Guitar and lead vocal Justin Andres – Bass, Nick Maybury – Guitars Demian Arriaga – Drums, Carey Frank – Keyboards Background Vocals – Sharlotte Gibson, Maiya Sykes, and Allison Iraheta Music and lyrics by Orianthi Panagaris, Judith Hill, and Steve Diamond Produced and mixed by Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley
Belgian goregrind lunatics BRUTAL SPHINCTER have dropped one final single before the release of their long-awaited new album “Sphinct-Earth Society”, out May 23rd, 2025 via Time To Kill Records.
Titled “Tony Hawk’s Pro Choice 2022”, the track is a chaotic satire laced with the band’s signature absurdity, grinding grooves and razor-sharp social commentary.
“The catalyst for this song was the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision on Roe v. Wade, which effectively revoked the constitutional right to abortion. It appears that religious values are regaining significance in the Western world, increasingly turning away from Enlightenment principles. We drew inspiration for this song from a paper by Siân M Beynon-Jones, which incorporates various data collections capturing the voices of affected women. (Beynon-Jones SM. Untroubling abortion: A discourse analysis of women’s accounts. Fem Psychol. 2017 May;27(2):225-242.) We recognize that, as a five-member group of men, we can never truly understand what it feels like for a woman to have an abortion or the impact of an abortion or unwanted pregnancy on a woman. Nonetheless, we want to use our platform to raise awareness about the difficult circumstances faced by those affected. It is clear to us that all women must have the right to decide whether or not they want to carry a child. Legalize abortion for all women!”
With “Sphinct-Earth Society”, the band pushes the boundaries of the genre they inhabit. In other words, by incorporating numerous new influences, ranging from death metal to modern metal, they redefine what goregrind can be, all while maintaining that groovy signature sound that makes them so instantly recognizable.
For example, while the track “Beatdown Syndrome” integrates hardcore elements, the song “Name Three Songs” instrumentally pushes the limits of technicality. Meanwhile, a track like “Abolish Frontex” draws influences from death metal akin to Daath or Decapitated, and a juggernaut like “Unvaxxed Lives Matter” secures its place as a classic in BRUTAL SPHINCTER’s discography thanks to its unparalleled heaviness and ultra-groovy riffs.
Across the 10 tracks that make up this new opus, BRUTAL SPHINCTER tackles societal issues both dramatic (climate change, immigration, sexism, etc.) and conspiratorial (anti-vaxxers, flat-earthers, etc.). As usual, they use their particularly biting humor and embrace absurdity to approach these sensitive topics.
Moreover, the band’s two frontmen complement each other more than ever, delivering a particularly diverse vocal range. Whether you’re a fan of the pitched vocals typical of goregrind, the slimy inhales of slamming death metal, the caveman shouts of powerviolence, or the more traditional growls foundational to death metal, there’s something to enjoy in these 30 minutes of brutality.
With this new offering, BRUTAL SPHINCTER solidifies its position among the leaders of their genre and sets out to expand its reputation into scenes less niche than grindcore.
Tracklist:
1. The Prolapse Of Society 2. Tony Hawk Pro-Choice 2022 3. Crusta-Colada (Crack’n Kofola) 4. Unvaxxed Lives Matter 5. Beatdown Syndrome 6. Name Three Songs 7. Sphinct-Earth Society 8. The Juice Did It 9. Persona Non-Greta 10. Abolish Frontex
Offending everyone since April 1st, 2013, BRUTAL SPHINCTER have, over the years, established themselves as one of the leading acts in the current goregrind scene.
Bringing political themes into their music, they dub themselves “POOlitical” and, through offbeat and satirical humor, take a stand against all forms of extremism while championing freedom of speech.
Despite their extreme musical style, they are one of those rare acts that can seamlessly fit into any type of event or festival. They have proven this time and again, performing at some of the biggest metal gatherings in Europe, such as Hellfest, Summer Breeze Open Air, Alcatraz, Motocultor, Party San, Metaldays, and more, as well as at the most extreme metal events like Obscene Extreme, DeathFeast Open Air, Meh Suff, Kaltenbach Open Air and Netherlands Deathfest.
BEWARE! Party, dance, groove, and brutality are the elements they always bring with them to every show.
Musical duo ACIDGROUND, composed of Vins (Bound) and Fabrizio (Drago Balcano), announces the release of their powerful new single “Addictions”, available from June 13, 2025 via Wanikiya Record/Promotion. This marks a new chapter in their dark and visceral musical diary, blending Grunge, Stoner Rock, and Dark/Doom in the footsteps of giants such as Alice in Chains, Soundgarden, Type O Negative, and Kyuss.
The track tackles the universal and multifaceted theme of addiction with brutal clarity and emotional sensitivity. But “Addictions” is not what it seems. It’s not just about drugs, alcohol, or gambling. The single dives deep into the hidden core of every addiction: the original trauma. A trauma capable of creating invisible yet profoundly real abysses—emotional dependency, obsession with control, self-sabotage, or even seemingly “healthy” forms like competitive sports. Anything born of imbalance, the song says, is a deep crack that feeds on our vulnerabilities.
ACIDGROUND, meaning “acidic ground,” symbolizes the adversity the human being walks through every day. Their music is a cathartic ritual, digging into pain to transform it into sound, resistance, and light. After the EP “Evil Blues”—whose cover depicted a hand emerging from the ground as a symbol of strength and rebirth—hands return again in “Addictions”, as visual protagonists of the human journey made of contact, struggle, and survival.
Bound, vocalist and songwriter, is the dark soul of the project. He has explored punk, metal, pop, and reggae, ultimately finding himself in grunge and stoner rock, where he now channels his deep, layered voice. Every ACIDGROUND composition bears his sonic signature, built over the years like a mosaic of experiences, choices, and scars.
Drago Balcano, multi-instrumentalist and visionary spirit, has traversed countless musical paths—from metal to reggae, singer-songwriter music to meditative sounds—ultimately crafting a unique language that unites spirituality and matter. After an accident that temporarily took away the use of his left hand, he turned suffering into creativity: composing with a tablet, writing music for documentaries, and performing worldwide with projects such as Palmood, El Viaje del Alma, Garibaldi, Hybridcode, and many others.
“Addictions” represents the meeting point between two opposing yet complementary souls. A song that doesn’t offer easy answers but raises deep questions. That doesn’t judge, but accompanies. That doesn’t scream, but digs deep.
The single will be available on all digital platforms starting June 13, 2025, released under the Wanikiya Record/Promotion label.
US-/Colombian Death Metal heavyweights NO RAZA are celebrating the release of their brand new, fifth studio album, entitled “Tyrona”, that is out now via Noble Demon! Get the band’s new rager here: https://music.nobledemon.com/tyrona
In support of “Tyrona”, NO RAZA have unleashed their latest, brutal-as-hell single “Looters”, accompanied by a new music video.
Find the album on all digital streaming services HERE
The band on their new album: “NO RAZA returns with TYRONA — a crushing new death metal offering forged in reverence to the ancient spirits of South America. This album is a sonic tribute to the sacred legacy of the indigenous chiefdoms from the cold, mystical heights of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. With every riff and roar, TYRONA honors the brave ancestral guardians who lived and died protecting nature, spirit, and tradition — the true defenders of the real gods: the sun, the moon, water, animals, and earth.
This is more than music. It’s a war cry from the past — a transcendental journey through time, gold, and spirit. A brutal homage to those who understood that legacy is not measured in riches, but in the preservation of sacred knowledge. Prepare for an album that awakens the ancient and defies the material.
TYRONA is not just an album. It’s a resurrection.“
Tracklist:
Intro
Looters
Imperial Holocaust
Savage Strength
Overflowed
Estable Corrupción
Chiefdom
Outbreak
Afterlife
Involución
Tyrona
Ring of Gold (Bathory cover)
From the landscapes of Colombia, forged in 1997, death metal powerhouse NO RAZA has taken root in Florida, USA, continuing their relentless sonic assault. More than just a band, NO RAZA delivers a visceral experience, their live staging a stark recreation of a world ravaged by conflict. Through their crushing riffs and guttural pronouncements, they embody the spirit of resistance, standing as sentinels of truth, fiercely defending ancestral cultures and the remnants of a world teetering on the brink.
Thorugh the years, the band has performed on international stages across Mexico, the UK, the USA, and Colombia, sharing the spotlight with renowned bands at major festivals and tours.
After releasing three solid full-length studio albums between 2004 and 2014, NO RAZA was one of the very first signings of Germany-based metal record label Noble Demon (est. 2019) and successfully released their latest masterpiece, “Transcending Material Sins”, back in 2020. Now, five years after that success, this powerful alliance is reignited with the unveiling of “Tyrona”, the band’s newest masterpiece.
Hailing from Bordeaux, France, melodic death metal outfit STARLIT PYRE has announced the release of the band’s debut EP, entitled “Veins of Sulfur”, set to drop on July 11th.
Furthermore, the dynamic five-piece has just unleashed their debut single, the intense track “Empire’s Downfall”, accompanied by a captivating music video, which you can witness below.
Speaking about their first offering, STARLIT PYRE shared: “When we started crafting our first songs, it quickly became clear that Empire’s Downfall was the one that deserved the spotlight. Musically, it strikes a balance between velocity, groove, dynamic and atmospheres — all while carrying the melodic signature that defines our sound.
The music video introduces a divine figure who also appears on the cover of our upcoming record. She enters a chaotic world on the brink of collapse and uses her powers in an attempt to prevent the impending apocalypse…
We’re very proud to kick off our musical journey with this track, which also serves as the opening song on our debut EP, set for release on July 11th.“
Tracklist:
Empire’s Downfall
Solar Rays
Veins of Sulfur
On my Own
While STARLIT PYRE is a fresh name on the scene, the individuals within its ranks are seasoned veterans. Formed in early 2024, the band unites musicians from well-regarded French acts including Temnein, Theorem, Bloody Rabbeat, Silicium, Praetorian, and Faded Echoes. This collective experience has clearly forged a focused and powerful sound.
Drawing inspiration from the genre’s pioneers – the Gothenburg greats like At The Gates and Dark Tranquillity, alongside Soilwork and In Flames – STARLIT PYRE also incorporates the more contemporary stylings of bands such as Orbit Culture, Sylosis, and Darkest Hour. This blend suggests a band that respects its roots while forging its own modern path.
Their debut EP, “Veins of Sulfur”, promises a full exploration of this sonic territory. The EP’s impactful sound was shaped by the skilled hands at Conkrete Studio (known for their work with The Great Old Ones and Eryn Non Dae…), with the drum tracks laid down at Bud Studio (home to recordings by Gorod and Ad Patres…). Adding a visual dimension to their music, Ani Artworks has crafted artwork that delves into the mythological and apocalyptic themes woven throughout their lyrics.
“Veins of Sulfur” drops on July 11th, self-released by the band, and is now available for pre-order at THIS LOCATION.
STARLIT PYRE are: Florian Frandidier: Guitars Nicolas Potiez: Vocals Thomas Darracq: Bass Romain Guillemot-Treffainguy: Drums Mathieu Lopez-Gurria: Guitars
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