Frontiers Music Srl is pleased to announce the reissue of “Over The Edge”, the acclaimed melodic rock album featuring the unmistakable voice of Mickey Thomas (Starship, Jefferson Starship). Originally released in 2004, the album returns in a special anniversary edition celebrating three decades of Frontiers’ commitment to melodic rock and AOR excellence. The reissue is scheduled for August 21, 2026.
To mark the announcement, the newly remixed version of “Surrender (feat. Neal Schon)” is available now as the first single from the anniversary edition. A true highlight of the album, the song showcases the signature guitar work of Neal Schon, whose career as the founding guitarist of Journey has made him one of rock’s most influential and respected musicians.
Pre-Order “Over The Edge (Frontiers XXX Anniv. Remix Edition)” HERE
This reissue brings renewed focus to a truly all-star project, featuring songs penned by renowned writers such as Neal Schon, Jack Blades, and Freddy Curci, among others – an extraordinary combination of talents that helped shape the album’s timeless melodic rock identity.
The record is further elevated by the presence of world-class musicians, including Neal Schon himself, alongside guitar greats Steve Lukather and Richie Kotzen, whose performances add depth, character, and undeniable class to the album’s rich sonic landscape.
Now remixed by Aldo Lonobile, this anniversary edition enhances the album’s powerful dynamics, bringing greater clarity, punch, and modern definition to its soaring melodies and driving arrangements – while fully preserving the spirit of the original recordings.
Driven by Mickey Thomas’ iconic vocals – among the most distinctive in rock history – “Over The Edge” remains a masterclass in melodic rock, blending infectious hooks, polished musicianship, and timeless songwriting.
Revisited and revitalized, this edition stands as both a tribute to the album’s enduring appeal and a celebration of the extraordinary talent behind it.
“Over The Edge (Frontiers XXX Anniv. Remix Edition)” Tracklist:
1. Over The Edge 2. One World 3. Thief 4. Surrender (ft. Neal Schon) 5. Eyes Wide Open 6. Forest For The Trees (ft. Steve Lukather) 7. The Man In Between (ft. Richie Kotzen) 8. Cover Me 9. Turn Away 10. Glory Day
Line Up: Lead vocals – Mickey Thomas Drums – Biggs Brice Bass – Kenny Wilkerson Bass, keyboards, additional guitars – Fabrizio Grossi Lead guitars – Rob Vanni, JM Scattolin, Neal Schon, Richie Kotzen, Steve Lukather Background vocals – Francis Benitez, Mickey Thomas, Fabrizio Grossi, Josh Johnston
Irish alternative rock band Muddshovel have released the official music video for “Over the Line,” taken from their album Little White Hair, out now via Epictronic.
Shot on location across Co. Cavan and Co. Donegal, the video accompanies one of the album’s most direct and driven tracks. While the spark for “Over the Line” came from songwriter Shawn Hicks completing a decade-long house restoration, the song quickly grew into something broader—an anthem for anyone who has dedicated themselves to a long, demanding journey. It captures the sense of relief, pride, and accomplishment that comes with finally reaching the finish line. Born from a jam session, the song’s opening riff immediately set the direction, and from that moment, the band knew it had to be played loud.
Muddshovel are a three-piece alternative rock band hailing from the heart of Cavan, Ireland. Blending raw guitar-driven energy with haunting melodies and intense lyricism, they craft a sound that feels both deeply familiar and completely their own. With influences ranging from grunge and post-punk to modern alt-rock, mudd·shovel deliver songs that hit hard and stay with you.
Formed out of a shared obsession with the dirtier side of rock and an instinct for storytelling, mudd·shovel isn’t just a name-it’s a reflection of their sound: heavy, honest, and unapologetically grounded. Whether on stage or in the studio, the trio brings an intensity that punches above their weight. With their debut album “Little White Hair”, mudd·shovel are carving out their space in Ireland’s underground rock scene, one riff at a time.
Muddshovel’s unique “alchemy” is driven by the tight-knit synergy of Shawn Hicks (Guitar/Vocals), Garreth Tackney (Bass/Production), and David Mulligan (Drums). Together, they have crafted a sound that feels both nostalgic for the golden era of alt-rock and fiercely contemporary.
“Little White Hair” album is available to stream and purchase now:orcd.co/lwhalbum
Legendary English rock supergroup Asia are pleased to announce that their new studio album, “Indigo”, will be released on November 6, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.
To mark the occasion, the band share the new single and official video, “The Traveller (Into The Light)”, available below.
Geoff Downes commented: “The first track off the album is a high power energy piece, with a few elements of prog trickery but retaining the accessible chorus block, which was always a signature of Asia’s music from the very beginning. Harry and I started working on this as one of the early ideas that seemed to come together very organically. Virgil’s dynamic and innovative drums parts drive the piece along, while John’s soaring guitars keep the momentum. Harry’s vocals are commanding and my keyboard parts hold the wall of sound together. It’s a song of great optimism, mainly about looking forward to the future and travelling ‘into the light’. Play it loud!”
More than four decades after redefining the sound of melodic progressive rock, Asia return in 2026 with “Indigo” – a studio album that bridges past, present, and future with remarkable grace and authenticity.
Now featuring Geoffrey Downes alongside an inspired new lineup – Virgil Donati, John Mitchell, and Harry Whitley – Asia step confidently into a new era while honoring the legacy that made them one of the most iconic supergroups of all time.
Geoff Downes described the genesis of the album: “The initial writing period began in 2015, following the release of our previous album “Gravitas” in 2014. John Wetton and I started putting our ideas together, aiming to get into the studio once more. It was with great sadness that John became seriously ill, during this time, and we had put on hold our plans, and sadly John passed away before we could continue and complete it. So, it was always in my mind that at some point it would be a shame not to finish off some of these songs and finally release them as part of an Asia album.”
“In 2023, when the tribute concert for John took place, I was so encouraged by the response to Asia’s music that I viewed this as the perfect opportunity to re-establish not only the band, but also to reunite with our long-time supportive label, Frontiers, paving the way for us to get back in the studio”, he continued.
Downes also added: “So, Asia was back in the room, so to speak, and we were very fortunate to have recruited Virgil Donati and John Mitchell, both of whom had worked extensively with John before, as well as our new vocalist and bassist, Harry Whitley. The tours followed to great success throughout 2024 and 2025, and finally we sat down towards the end of last year to record the album. Working with these fine musicians was a great privilege and the music just seemed to flow”.
“The album was really a joy to make. I forged a close writing relationship with Harry, and I felt how great was to be working with someone who had very similar musical influences and taste once again, just as I did with John. I feel that this is one of our best albums to date. The songs are deep in musicality, with a powerful and original performance, dynamics and strong lyrical undertones – it’s an album that hopefully our fans will widely appreciate, and support our cause to put Asia back on the map. Enjoy the ride!”, he concluded.
Recorded throughout 2025 and produced by Downes and the band, with mixing and mastering handled by John Mitchell, “Indigo” captures the unmistakable spirit of Asia while injecting it with renewed vitality and purpose.
At the heart of the album lies an emotional connection to the band’s history. “Indigo” includes some of the final compositions written by the late John Wetton -“Tattoo Indigo (Parts 2 & 3)” and “Chesapeake Bay”- imbuing the record with a profound sense of continuity and tribute. The presence of Wetton is further felt through the extraordinary vocal performance of Harry Whitley, whose tone and phrasing evoke a striking and deeply moving resemblance to the band’s original voice.
Musically, “Indigo” stands as a natural continuation of Asia’s acclaimed 21st-century output, while subtly weaving in the sonic DNA of the band’s classic early albums. From soaring melodies to richly layered arrangements, the album delivers the signature blend of accessibility and musicianship that defined hits like “Heat Of The Moment” and “Only Time Will Tell”.
The album also features special guest appearances that elevate its scope: Steve Howe contributes acoustic guitar to the evocative “Chesapeake Bay”, while Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater) delivers a powerful performance on the bonus track “Tattoo Indigo (Part 3)”.
Following a resurgence of live activity across the US, Japan, and Europe, Asia are looking forward to taking to the road again.
With “Indigo”, Asia don’t just revisit their legacy – they expand it, proving once again that their music remains as vital, resonant, and timeless as ever.
“Indigo” Tracklist:
The Traveller (Into The Light) Change Of Heart Arcadia Is This The Life? Tattoo Indigo (Part 1) Tattoo Indigo (Part 2) Tattoo Indigo (Part 3) Life In The Sun Hymn For The Fallen Night And Day Valencia (The Ghost Ship) An Elegy Chesapeake Bay (Featuring Steve Howe) On A Winters Night Echo Of You Tattoo Indigo (Part 3) (featuring Mike Portnoy) (Bonus Track)
Line Up: Geoff Downes Virgil Donati John Mitchell Harry Whitley
BraveWords Records has acquired the SNOWY SHAW catalog for digital release on Bandcamp. All of the SNOWY SHAW releases are now available to stream or download on Bandcamp at https://bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com.
“What can I say? Other that I’m very happy to have all my various albums (digitally) on BraveWords Records Bandcamp among so many other great and legendary metal bands & artists. Thanx-A-Bunch!” – Snowy Shaw
“I’ve followed Snowy’s career since I discovered him via his work with King Diamond… over the years he has become a great friend and he is a super-talented musician. I think there is so much to offer within these catalog albums that fans of all his various bands and projects will have a field day with! We are very pleased to be working with him!” – Giles Lavery, A&R BraveWords Records
Publicly & professionally this blonde baby-boy was born 1989 in Los Angeles where and when he was recruited as new drummer for pioneering Danish musician King Diamond, The previous 20 years was spent in Gothenburg, Sweden where the suburban kid grows up with a passion and devotion for heavy music horror & superhero comics and playing the drums. Fast forward some odd 20 years and the multi talented man-boy with a D.I.Y attitude have had a rich and adventurous career working with countless bands and projects such as: Therion, Notre Dame, Mercyful Fate, illwill, Dream Evil, Dimmu Borgir, Sabaton, Memento Mori, XXX among many others. Which leads us right up until present time, and the rest is as they say; His-Story… and to be written!
TRENCHWAR will release their debut album “Overlords of Cold” on September 18th, 2026 via Time To Kill Records.
Emerging as a unholy convergence of seasoned figures from the Dutch metal and hardcore underground, the band distills decades of experience into a sound that is both ferocious and deeply atmospheric. Their music merges crushing, slow-burning heaviness with raw hardcore urgency, shaped by a collective vision that pushes beyond individual backgrounds into something colder, darker, and more unified.
The album captures this evolution in full force, delivering a punishing listening experience where brutality and bleak introspection collide without compromise or restraint.
Blending the ferocious urgency of Nails and Integrity with the oppressive weight of Crowbar and Eyehategod, the song shifts between explosive aggression, groove-laden riffs and suffocating heaviness. Built around themes of inner darkness, destruction and devotion to death, “Black Heart” channels raw hostility through downtuned guitars, relentless rhythms and a bleak atmosphere that lingers long after the final note.
Tracklist:
1. Somp Stomp 2. Black Heart 3. Overlords of Cold 4. Dust is Dust Again 5. Solace in Sulfur 6. Dread of Death 7. Funeral Hymn 8. Het Stof Daalt 9. The Center of Infinity 10. Martelaar
Formed as an unholy alliance of seasoned veterans from the hardcore and metal underground, TRENCHWAR bring together current and former members of influential acts such as Backfire, Born From Pain, Cliteater, Herder, No Turning Back, Reaching Forward and Modern Life Is War. Built on this deep-rooted experience, the band delivers a harsh and uncompromising form of metal-influenced heavy hardcore, shaped by a darker and more introspective edge. Their sound combines raw, physical aggression with dense, ominous riffing, resulting in a style that both acknowledges its origins and pushes into more suffocating territory.
The project initially took shape with the recording of “Seismic Upheaval”, a six-track statement that established the foundation of the band’s identity. That groundwork has now evolved into “Overlords of Cold”, the first full-length written collectively by the complete lineup. The album expands and sharpens the band’s vision, fusing the crushing weight of the NOLA tradition with the unrelenting force of 1990s hardcore, evoking the spirit of bands such as Integrity, Cold as Life and Merauder.
With this signing, TRENCHWAR join the roster of Time To Kill Records, further cementing their position within the international heavy hardcore and extreme music underground.
Line-up:
Ché Snelting – Vocals (formerly of Born From Pain, Herder, Arma Gathas) Harm Haverman – Lead guitar (formerly of Reaching Forward, Modern Life Is War, Backfire!) Ivan Cuijpers – Guitar (formerly of Cliteater) Giel Blankers – Bass guitar, vocals (formerly of No Turning Back, Backfire!) Pieter Hendriks – Drums (formerly of Reaching Forward, Born From Pain)
Progressive metal standouts STELLAR CIRCUITS have returned with their powerful new single, ‘Stargazer,’ marking the band’s third new release in as many months and continuing an impressive creative streak that has showcased the group’s evolving sound.
Following the releases of ‘Spotlight’ and ‘Wounded Healer,’ ‘Stargazer’ finds STELLAR CIRCUITS once again balancing crushing heaviness with soaring melody, cinematic atmosphere, and deeply introspective songwriting. The result is one of the band’s most dynamic and emotionally resonant tracks to date.
A brooding exploration of obsession, self-reckoning, and the pursuit of truth, ‘Stargazer’ captures the tension between illusion and reality. Anchored by massive riffs and an expansive progressive chorus, the song navigates the feeling of constantly being too late or too soon, ultimately arriving at a simple but profound realization: the only person capable of saving you is yourself.
Released in late 2025 to widespread praise from fans and critics alike, Phantom :: Phoenix represented a defining moment for STELLAR CIRCUITS, showcasing the band’s ability to merge progressive complexity, crushing heaviness, and cinematic atmosphere with deeply personal songwriting. Exploring themes of rebirth, perseverance, and self-discovery through tracks such as ‘I See Your Spirit,’ ‘Corridor,’ and ‘Bury The Ashes,’ the album further cemented the band’s reputation for crafting emotionally resonant music without sacrificing technical prowess or intensity.
Building on that momentum, STELLAR CIRCUITS have spent 2026 on an impressive creative run, releasing a trio of standalone singles—’Spotlight,’ ‘Wounded Healer,’ and now ‘Stargazer.’ Each release has further expanded the band’s sonic palette while reinforcing the dynamic songwriting and emotional depth that continue to define their evolution.
Later this year, STELLAR CIRCUITS will embark on an extensive European headline tour with EVERGREY and IGNEA, bringing their latest material to fans across the continent.
11.11.26 Sweden Lund @ Mejeriet 12.11.26 Sweden Stockholm @ Kollektivet Livet 13.11.26 Sweden Linköping @ Paletset 14.11.26 Sweden Gothenburg @ Filmstudion 2 15.11.26 Norway Oslo @ Salt 17.11.26 Germany Hamburg @ Logo 18.11.26 Germany Berlin @ Hole44 19.11.26 Germany Munich @ Feierwerk 20.11.26 Austria Vienna @ Weberknecht 21.11.26 Italy Milan @ Slaughter Club 22.11.26 Switzerland Aarau @ KiFF 23.11.26 Belgium Antwerp @ Zappa 25.11.26 UK Southampton @ The Brook 26.11.26 UK Birmingham @ Asylum 27.11.26 UK London @ The Underworld 28.11.26 UK Leeds @ The Key Club 29.11.26 Ireland Dublin @ Opium 30.11.26 UK Belfast @ Limelight 2 01.12.26 UK Glasgow @ G2 02.12.26 UK Newcastle @ Anarchy Brew 03.12.26 UK Manchester @ Rebellion 04.12.26 UK Bristol @ Strange Brew 05.12.26 UK Nottingham @ Saltbox 07.12.26 France Paris @ Petit Bain 08.12.26 Germany Trier @ Mergener Hof 09.12.26 Germany Karlsruhe @ Substage 10.12.26 Germany Dortmund @ Junkyard 11.12.26 The Netherlands Rotterdam @ Baroeg 12.12.26 The Netherlands Maastricht @ Muziekgieterij
About STELLAR CIRCUITS:
Stellar Circuits has rapidly become one of the most compelling voices in modern progressive metal. Following their acclaimed 2023 Nuclear Blast debut, Sight To Sound, the band has continued to push boundaries with a sound that balances crushing heaviness, immersive textures, and deeply personal songwriting. Known for their dynamic live performances, Stellar Circuits have toured extensively alongside acts such as Chevelle and Arch Echo, earning a reputation as one of the genre’s most captivating rising acts.
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Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
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