French troubled black metallers DECLINE OF THE I are streaming their new studio album “Wilhelm” which was released on February 14th via Agonia Records. Order the album at https://declineofthei.com
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DECLINE OF THE I is a combination of multifaceted, post-black metal and exploratory lyrics, that dwell on topics of existential philosophy. Originating from France (Paris, Île-de-France), the band was created by AK, who descends from a rich portfolio of past and on-going acts (including Vorkreist, Merrimack, The Order Of Apollyon, Neo Inferno 262, Malhkebre and Diapsiquir). DECLINE OF THE I is his most personal endeavor yet. The band’s first three albums were inspired by the works of French surgeon and neurologist, Henri Laborit. “Wilhelm” pursues a different approach, based on the output of Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard,andmarks the second installment of a new trilogy, started by “Johannes” in 2021.
“Wilhelm” builds on the foundation of “Johannes” and adds a more framed dimension; a rigor, a backbone. “Ethics demand an internal code. Loops, repetitions, the relentless nature of a law, all run through its five tracks, spanning over 45 minutes,” comments AK. “It blends abrasive, avant-garde black metal with numerous samples, as well as elements of electro and industrial music. A constrained dive into the angst of ethics.”
The drums for the new album were recorded, mixed and mastered by Francis Caste at Studio Sainte Marthe in 2024. Other instruments were recorded ta the band’s personal studios. T.C. (Regarde Les Hommes Tomber) sang guest vocals on the song “L’Alliance Des Rats”, while Vestal (Merrimack) is the author of spoken words on “L’ Alliance Des Rats” and “The Renouncer”. The artwork was designed by Dehn Sora (Blut Aus Nord, Deathspell Omega). New band photos were shot by William Lacalmontie. The music video for the lead single “L’ Alliance Des Rats” was recorded by Laura-Lee Soleman.
French metalcore stars LANDMVRKS have unveiled their latest single, ‘Blood Red’, taken from their forthcoming fourth album, The Darkest Place I’ve Ever Been, set for release on 25th April via Arising Empire.
The official music video for ‘Blood Red’ is set to premiere on 20th February, promising to bring the track’s haunting themes to life visually.
The band comment: “‘Blood Red’ continues to develop the story and the protagonist of this album, who wanders and ages in the dark world he has created for himself. Still centered on themes of fear and confinement, he begs the gods to bring him back to life, back to reality. His tears are now stained blood red.”
Following the explosive singles ‘Sulfur’ / ‘Sombre 16’, and ‘A Line In The Dust’ (featuring Matt Welsh of While She Sleeps), which also explore the album’s dark and introspective themes.
Known for pushing boundaries and captivating over 1 million monthly Spotify listeners, LANDMVRKS continue to carve their name into the global metalcore scene. With pre-orders for The Darkest Place I’ve Ever Been now live, fans can expect the album to be their most ambitious and impactful release yet.
Track list:
01 The Darkest Place I’ve Ever been 02 Creature 03 A Line In The Dust 04 Blood Red 05 Sulfur 06 Sombre 16 07 The Great Unknown 08 La Valse du Temps 09 Deep Inferno 10 Requiem 11 Funeral
LANDMVRKS embark on an extensive North America headline tour in March, check online for full dates.
LANDMVRKS are:
FlorentSalfati – vocals RudyPurkart – bass NicolasExposito – guitar Paul C. Wilson – guitar KévinD’Agostino – drums
West Coast based glam, punk ‘n’ rollers PROPHETS OF ADDICTION have released the new music video for the track “Walk The World” from their new album “Face the Music” through BraveWords Records. The video was premiered by Metal Sludge, who describe the band as “a modern day Hanoi Rocks” and is now available worldwide.
Lead singer Lesli Sanders talked about the story behind the song, “The song, although portrayed in the video as if I am singing to the girl as that is a lot easier to portray is actually about learning to love oneself. It’s about believing in yourself having the courage to stand up for what you believe in and being yourself.”
Lesli goes on to talk about making this video, “Since all the players in Prophets Of Addiction live all over the country it takes a creative thought process to accomplish these videos. I had so many ideas and concepts, although the ideas were hard to accomplish. In the end, I hope you all enjoy this little story set to the song “Walk the World.””
Face the Music track listing: 1 – Flavor of the Danger 2 – Let’s Get High 3 – Slippin’ Away 4 – Walk the World 5 – Maggie May 6 – Superhero 7 – I Want You to Know 8 – Hollywood 9 – Wasted Tears 10 – Last One in the Bar 11 – Take Me to Your Leader
THE PLAYERS Lesli Sanders: Lead Vocals, Guitars Phil Soussan: Bass, Piano, Mandolin,Percussion, Backing Vocals Wayne Stokely: Drums,Backing Vocals Tchad Drats: Guitar, Ebow, Backing Vocals G.G. Guitar, Backing Vocals Terry Bratsch, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Steel, Backing Vocals
One of the most electrifying guitarists of her generation, Samantha Fish, has consistently captivated audiences with her unparalleled energy, boldness, emotional depth and unique blend of rock and soul. Known for her expressive guitar playing and powerhouse performances, Fish’s career hit warp speed with the release of her last album, 2023’s Death Wish Blues, which hit #1 on the Billboard Blues Chart, and earned her a Grammy nomination, plus invitations to support The Rolling Stones, Jon Spencer, Slash and more.
This April, the Kansas City-bred, New Orleans-based musician will unveil her fiercest work to date with a new studio album Paper Doll (Rounder Records). Produced by Detroit garage-rock legend Bobby Harlow (The Go) – with assistance from fellow Detroit luminary Mick Collins (The Gories) on one track – each of the songs on Paper Doll are delivered with visceral force, soul-soothing empathy, and newfound clarity. “It’s taken me years to finally find my voice in a studio setting,” Fish admits. “But with this record, I took everything I had and slammed it right on the table.” The theme of unapologetic defiance runs throughout the album, as Fish explores new depths of vulnerability and self-expression and confronts love, loss, and personal growth.
Tracked in Austin at The Orb and Los Angeles at Savannah Studios, the 9-song collection was recorded during a gruelling touring schedule, ultimately capturing the untamed energy of her live performances. “I’d never made a record on the road like that,” Fish reveals. “Even though it was intense, it felt good to keep up the momentum from the live show. It helped us make an album that’s got a real living, breathing pulse to it.” The album features touring bandmates Ron Johnson (bass), Jamie Douglass (drums), and Mickey Finn (keys).
With the announcement, Fish has released the album’s lead single “Sweet Southern Sounds.” Co-written with fellow New Orleans-based singer-songwriter Anders Osborne, the track is a gripping meditation on the struggle to balance passion and personal connections, topped with smoldering riffs and lush organ melodies.
“It’s an anthem about being on the road and feeling guilty about not prioritizing the people in your life,” says Fish. “It’s hard to find that balance between taking care of your relationships and dedicating yourself to your music, and there’s definitely a tinge of heartache to that song.”
Fish will tour across the US and UK throughout 2025, including dates with Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, plus performances at JazzFest and more. For tickets and all upcoming tour dates please visit https://www.samanthafish.com/tour/.
Samantha Fish 2025 Tour Dates 2.21.2025 – L’Auberge Casino and Hotel – Baton Rouge, LA 2.22.2025 – IP Casino Resort and Spa – Biloxi, MS 3.21.2025 – Keeping The Blues Alive at Sea – Miami, FL 3.22.2025 – Keeping The Blues Alive at Sea – Miami, FL 3.23.2025 – Keeping The Blues Alive at Sea – Miami, FL 3.24.2025 – Keeping The Blues Alive at Sea – Miami, FL 3.25.2025 – Keeping The Blues Alive at Sea – Miami, FL 3.26.2025 – Keeping The Blues Alive at Sea – Miami, FL 3.28.2025 – Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee – Immokalee, FL 4.1.2025 – Count Basie Center – Experience Hendrix Tour – Red Bank, NJ 4.2.2025 – Mayo Performing Arts Center – Experience Hendrix Tour – Morristown, NJ 4.3.2025 – Hampton Beach Casino – Experience Hendrix Tour – Hampton Beach, NH 4.4.2025 – Ocean Casino Resort – Experience Hendrix Tour – Atlantic City, NJ 4.5.2025 – Warner Theatre – Experience Hendrix Tour – Washington, DC 4.6.2025 – DPAC – Experience Hendrix Tour – Durham, NC 4.8.2025 – North Charleston PAC – Experience Hendrix Tour – Charleston, SC 4.9.2025 – Ovens Auditorium – Experience Hendrix Tour – Charlotte, NC 4.10.2025 – Tennessee Theatre – Experience Hendrix Tour – Knoxville, TN 4.11.2025 – Peace Concert Hall – Experience Hendrix Tour – Greenville, SC 4.12.2025 – Fox Theater – Experience Hendrix Tour – Atlanta, GA 4.30.2025 – Crawfish Fest – New Orleans, LA 5.3.2025 – JazzFest – New Orleans, LA 5.14.2025 – Aztec Theatre – San Antonio, TX * 5.15.2025 – House of Blues – Houston, TX * 5.16.2025 – House of Blues – Dallas, TX * 5.17.2025 – TempleLive – Fort Smith, AR * 5.18.2025 – Cain’s Ballroom – Tulsa, OK * 5.21.2025 – The Astro – Omaha, NE * 5.22.2025 – Cotillion – Wichita, KS * 5.23.2025 – Gillioz Theater – Springfield, MO * 5.28.2025 – Cheese & Grain – Frome, United Kingdom 5.29.2025 – Red Rooster Festival, Thetford, United Kingdom 5.30.2025 – Arts Club – Liverpool, United Kingdom 5.31.2025 – The Brook – Southampton, United Kingdom 6.1.2025 – Academy 2 – Oxford, United Kingdom 6.5.2025 – Sweden Rock Festival – Solvesborg, Sweden 6.7.2025 – Peer Blues Festival – Peer, Belgium 6.8.2025 – Ribs N Blues Festival – Raalte, The Netherlands 6.9.2025 – Tivoli – Utrecht, The Netherlands 6.10.2025 – Le Trianon – Paris, France 6.11.2025 – Le Transbordeur – Lyon, France 6.13.2025 – Bilbao Arena – Bilbao, Spain 6.14.2025 – Joy Eslava, Madrid, Spain 6.15.2025 – Razmataz 2, Barcelona, Spain 7.12.2025 – Samantha Fish Outlaw Square – Deadwood, SD *
LORNA SHORE have announced a handful of European headlining dates in between summer festivals.
Headline Shows: 05.06.25 (DE) Berlin – Huxleys * 06.06.25 (DE) Dresden – Alter Schlachthof ** 10.06.25 (PL) Wroclaw – A2 *** 17.06.25 (NL) Tilburg – 013 * * w/ Signs Of The Swarm, Mental Cruelty ** w/ Mental Cruelty, Chaver *** w/ Fit For An Autopsy, Signs Of The Swarm
Festivals: 07.06.25 (DE) Rock Im Park 08.06.25 (DE) Rock Am Ring 12.06.25 (CZ) Rep Rock For People 13.06.25 (AT) Nova Rock 15.06.25 (UK) Download 19.06.25 (DK) Copenhell 21.06.25 (BE) Graspop 22.06.25 (FR) Hellfest 25.06.25 (NO) Tons Of Rock 26.06.25 (SE) Broken Summer 28.06.25 (FI) Provinssi 29.06.25 (FI) Tuska
DAWN OF OUROBOROS has today shared Slipping Burgundy, the second single to be taken from their forthcoming third album, Bioluminescence, which is set for release via Prosthetic Records on March 7. The Oakland, CA blackened progressive metal band has shared an accompanying music video for the track, taking primary influence from the recently departed legendary filmmaker David Lynch.
Speaking on the single, DAWN OF OUROBOROS‘s Tony Thomas (guitar) comments: “The surrealism and dark moodiness of David Lynch films has long been a influence on our music both sonically and visually. Slipping Burgundy was heavily inspired by the Black Lodge from Twin Peaks. Both in its mood and the look of the video we created.”
Speaking directly on what the song means to her, Chelsea Murphy (vocals) writes: “The rich, deep hue of burgundy envelops the senses, evoking a sense of warmth and intimacy that ignites passion. In its lush embrace, one can find a profound release, where desires intertwine and the boundaries of pleasure dissolve.
“In addition we would like to add that David Lynch developed chaotic, beautiful and endlessly creative realms that have served as a personal refuge to explore for decades. We are endlessly thankful to him and his contributions to the world and influence on our art. We proudly dedicate this single in his honor, the video serves as a visual representation of our appreciation of him.”
Creatively spearheaded by guitarist Tony Thomas (also of Botanist) and vocalist Chelsea Murphy, DAWN OF OUROBOROS conjures up an atmospheric blend of black and death metal. Whilst Chelsea’s distinctive vocals both scathe and soothe, there is a vicious underpinning of progressive and propulsive extremity that unites their sound into something cohesive and alluring. Outside the band, Tony works as a molecular biologist – his thorough and research driven approach to his job carries over to the way he creates within the band. In contrast, Chelsea frequently improvises her vocal parts in the studio, allowing pure emotion to guide the development of lyrical concepts and delivery.
Writing for Bioluminescence started before their sophomore album, Velvet Incandescence, had even hit the streets; never ones to rest on their laurels, DAWN OF OUROBOROS were already feeling out their next steps and embracing their most adventurous songwriting journey to date. The album is peppered with odd time signatures and built from unorthodox song structures that draw from jazz influences as much as they do from any extreme metal inspirations.
Lyrically inspired by nature and more specifically on Bioluminescence, inspired by the ocean, the flora, fauna and alchemical magic of the sea provides a rich seam of poetic beauty for the band to explore. “Much like emotion, bioluminescence is a vibrant reaction to things in its environment,” Chelsea comments. The contrast of harsh black metal shrieks and smooth, jazzesque moments mirrors the untamable nature of the ocean.
An abyssal, claustrophobic thread runs through to the sound of the album itself – expanding and contracting as the songs undulate and pulsate. Bioluminescence was primarily self recorded before the mixing was handled by Lewis Johns at The Ranch in Southampton, UK, and mastering by Grant Berry at Fader Mastering in Manchester, UK. Additional engineering was then completed by Nick Loiacono at Fang Studios in San Mateo, before the ethereal artwork was crafted by Alex Eckman Lawn.
DAWN OF OUROBOROS are illuminating the path forward as they approach the release of Bioluminescence. Once again they find themselves with much to celebrate as an even brighter future beckons.
DAWN OF OUROBOROSBioluminescence Release Tour dates Tickets available here. March 7 – Thee Parkside – San Francisco, CA March 8 – DBZ – Los Angeles, CA March 9 – Brick by Brick – San Diego, CA March 11 – Yucca Tap Room – Phoenix, AZ March 12 – The Griffin – Las Vegas, NV March 13 – Quarters DLC – Salt Lake City, UT March 14 – Ray’s Golden Lion – Richland, WA March 15 – High Water Mark – Portland, OR March 16 – Substation – Seattle, WA
DAWN OF OUROBOROS is: Chelsea Murphy – Vocals Tony Thomas – Guitars/Synths Ian Baker – Bass/Piano Ron Bertrand – Drums
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