Dallas based guitarist, Darren DPaul Wise, is excited to announce that he will be performing at Dallas International Guitar Festival along with his band “Empiires“ on Saturday, April 30th at 11am CST.
Darren DPaul Wise is known for his work on the Drew Pearson Live show, and is a proud endorser of Gibson Guitar, Ernie Ball, Jim Dunlop USA, Mesa Engineering and a published songwriter at ASCAP. His background includes multiple signed bands, session work for record labels, touring guitarist, published hit songwriter and music for NASCAR, MLB, NBA, Chevrolet, various TV shows and commercials.
Dallas International Guitar Festival takes place on April 29-May 1, 2022 at Dallas Market Hall. It is known as one of the most attractive shows that is related to the field of musical instruments industry blending musicians, fans, collectors, and celebrities together into one musical extravaganza. Lots of exhibitors will get a unique scope for the business in the world, with a bit of everything for those who play music as well as those who just love to hear it. This event showcases hundreds of new, used, and vintage guitars and accessories from manufacturers, as well as items from individual collectors, local and regional music shops, and nationwide mega retailers like Guitar Center. More information at www.guitarshow.com.
VISIONS OF ATLANTIS are set to release their upcoming studio album, Pirates, on May 13, 2022 via Napalm Records! Today the band released the second single “Melancholy Angel” – a song that has already proven to be one of the fan favorites, when played live during the ongoing US tour. The single comes together with a stunning official video, including great visual effects and outstanding acting by the band around singer Clémentine Delauney, who has clearly developed further vocally and has both beautiful high tones and deeper more soulful colorings in her vocal repertoire.
The mighty new single “Melancholy Angel” is representative of the new VISIONS OF ATLANTIS sound, who with Pirates, reveal their most honest and intimate album to date. With their latest albums, visionaries VISIONS OF ATLANTIS have without a doubt proven that they are on top of the scene. Now, the band sets sail on an adventurous new journey and exciting chapter, marking a turning point in their discography with the upcoming album, Pirates.
With their eighth full-length, VISIONS OF ATLANTIS deliver their most confident and honest record so far, proving that they have definitely stopped wandering to finally unleash their rebellious side and a free spirit as untamed as the seven seas.
VISIONS OF ATLANTIS on Pirates: “Being a Pirate to us is being fully aware and having our lives in our own hands, living and thinking freely, embracing life as an adventure with all its light and darkness. With the new album we are opening a new era for VISIONS OF ATLANTIS, fully embracing the identity we have been flirting with for several years now – making the music that truly resonates with our souls. We continue our journey taking us through darker waters, heavier storms, where all serves as background for a metaphor about personal growth and spirituality. If Wanderers was more about the bright side of our path, Pirates definitely takes us deeply into shadow work, where we are facing other kinds of monsters along the way!”
Pre-order your copy of VISIONS OF ATLANTIS upcoming album “Pirates”NOW
The album pulls the anchor with the epic opener “Pirates Will Return”, which instantly enchants with its hymnlike chorus and showcases the high-class versatility from the very first second. In the blink of an eye, VISIONS OF ATLANTIS manage to create their very own incomparable universe of symphonic epicness, intense riffing and, above all, the impressive vocal symbiosis of Clémentine Delauney and Michele Guaitoli. Delauney’s bewitching offerings oscillate between clear vocals, powerful belting and operatic techniques, whereas matchless counterpart Guaitoli adds spice with top-notch power metal infusions. Pirates presses ahead with catchy hook lines, like in mighty “Melancholy Angel”, rousing “Clocks”, charging “Wild Elysium” and majestic “Master The Hurricane” – the latter of which will make every symphonic metal enthusiast’s heart pound faster through its perfectly balanced mixture of dramatic choirs, heavy orchestration and dedicated vocals. Pirates reaches the harbor for now with mesmerizing “I Will Be Gone”, building up a dramatic wall of sound accented by harmonizing flutes and bagpipes, delivered by no less than FEUERSCHWANZ virtuoso Ben Metzner, who joins also on “In My World”, “Master the Hurricane” and “Heal The Scars”.
This emotive twelve track experience allows you to taste the salt of the sea in the air and embrace the wilderness that only true pirates know!
Pirates tracklist:
1. Pirates will Return 2. Melancholy Angel 3. Master the Hurricane 4. Clocks 5. Freedom 6. Legion of the Seas 7. Wild Elysium 8. Darkness Inside 9. In my World 10. Mercy 11. Heal the Scars 12. I will be Gone
Catch VISIONS OF ATLANTIS live on their record release shows: 13.05.22 DE – Schwäbisch-Gmünd / Phönix 14.05.22 DE – Bad Friedrichshall / Lemmy´s 15.05.22 DE – Trier / Mergener Hof 16.05.22 BE – Mannheim / 7er 18.05.22 BE – Roeselare / De Verlichte Geest 19.05.22 DE – Bree / Ragnarock 20.05.22 DE – Selb / Rockclub
Leading Swedish Viking metal wolf pack MÅNEGARM have unleashed another hefty banger off their new offering Ynglingaättens Öde, finally out this coming Friday! The new, staggering third single “Stridsgalten” features outstanding contributions from prominent guests Jonne Järvelä (Korpiklaani), Robse Dahn (Equilibrium) and Pär Hulkoff (Raubtier/Hulkoff) – all renowned in the folk and Pagan metal scenes. Together, they proudly present a stomping track telling the story of a bloody battle to honor Odin, starting with a mystical throat singing section, then delighting with a string-focused intro leading to the main groove of the track. Definitely not a single to miss!
MÅNEGARM have made a name for themselves in the international scene by releasing nine full-length records since their debut, Nordstjärnans tidsålder, back in 1998. Now, the Scandinavian crew takes another stroll through ancient sagas and myths of long forgotten times on the successor to 2019’s chart-topping Fornaldarsagor with their upcoming 10th studio album, Ynglingaättens Öde (EN: the fate of the Ynglinga kin).
MÅNEGARM on “Stridsgalten”: “Here’s our 3rd official video ‘Stridsgalten’, and this one is really different from the last two videos. Now we will take you behind the scenes when we recorded this song but also out on the live stages with the band.
‘Stridsgalten’ (EN: The battle boar) features three awesome gentlemen who most gratefully helped us out with great guest vocals – Jonne Järvelä of Korpiklaani, Robse Dahn of Equilibrium and Pär Hulkoff of Hulkoff/Raubtier. Thank you, brothers!!
Hope you all will enjoy this song and video as much as we do!!”
Robse Dahn (Equilibrium) comments: “Since I was a teenager, MÅNEGARM have been some of my idols. I have always loved their music! Back in 2011 we played a tour together which was great fun and felt like an accolade. It is an honor to be part of this great song and therefore their upcoming release.”
Pär Hulkoff (Hulkoff/Raubtier) on the song: ”Mighty track by a mighty band! What an honor to join in and chant for allfather Odin! Hail brothers!!”
Jonne Järvelä (Korpiklaani) adds: “Very good song and mix and it was a great honor to be part of this.”
On Ynglingaättens Öde, MÅNEGARM incorporates Pagan inspired lyricism based on the old Norse poem Ynglingatal, that describes the fate of an old Norse dynasty – the house of Ynglinga. Ynglingaättens Öde offers balanced variety and atmosphere, breathing new life into ancient myths. Vocalist Erik Grawsiö tells the stories of kings, warriors and battles with clear vocals and contrasts them with grim growls and fierce battle cries!
With the uncompromising ten-minute opus “Freyrs blod”,MÅNEGARM lure the listener deep into ancient times. The track spans a wide arc between black metal elements that flow into more melodic parts and even acoustic interludes with guitar and violin tunes, just to turn once again into thunderous soundscapes. With this majestic opener, MÅNEGARMshowcase why they are regarded as Swedish genre pioneers with good reason, as they inimitably manage to combine vicious black metal foundations with classic folk and Viking elements. On the way there are acoustic introductions echoing, as on “Ulvhjärtat” and “Stridsgalten”, acting as preludes for intense metal songs with harsh riffs and engaging drums, underlined by anthemic melodies. “Vitta vettr” alsofeatures black metal trademarks like blast beats and freezing riffs, creating a darker atmosphere. This gloomy moment lines up with mighty tracks like hammering “Auns söner” and heroic “Adils Fall”.The album closes with the acoustic “Hågkomst av ett liv”, conjuring an atmosphere of sitting at a warm, sparkling fire while listening to tales of olden days, formed by the mesmerizing vocal duet of vocalists Ellinor Videfors and Grawsiö. With Ynglingaättens Öde, MÅNEGARM underline their standing as spearheads of the world of Viking metal once more and keep Pagan traditions alive, even after 25 years of existence.
MÅNEGARM on the album: “Thousands of working hours turned into this beast – our new album, Ynglingaättens Öde. We truly believe this album is our strongest and most complete album to date and despite the dark days of the pandemic, we have created a concept album that is 100% MÅNEGARM and packed with strong melodies, riffs and powerful choruses. This time, we explore an old Swedish Norse dynasty of rulers where we detail their deeds, their rule and above all – their deaths.
So come join us on this journey and meet the fate of the Yngliga kin!”
Ynglingaättens Öde tracklisting: 1. Freyrs blod 2. Ulvhjärtat 3. Adils fall 4. En snara av guld 5. Stridsgalten 6. Auns söner 7. Vitta vettr 8. Hågkomst av ett liv
Live dates 2022: 15.04.22 SE – Stockholm / Release show at Debaser Strand – Stockholm, Sweden 22.04.22 SE – Linköping / The Crypt 23.04.22 SE – Örebro / Frimis Salonger 07.05.22 NO – Haugesund / Karmoygeddon Metal Festival 27.05.22 DE – Bornstedt / Dark Troll Festival 11.06.22 SE – Sölvesborg / Sweden Rock 13.08.22 DE – Schlotheim / Party San Metal Open Air 26.08.22 SE – Norrtälje / Månegarm Open Air 27.08.22 SE – Norrtälje / Månegarm Open Air
STINGER have released the new official video for their first single ‘Chasing Utopia’ featuring Billy Sheehan.
The track is taken from the band’s upcoming album “Expect The Unexpected” that will be released on May 13, 2022 via ROAR! Rock Of Angels Records!
Digital single of “Chasing Utopia” is now available across all digital and streaming platforms! Pre-save the album, here: https://bfan.link/expect-the-unexpected
Produced by Matthew Sting & Claudio Jans Recorded at Stingray Studios Germany Mixed & Mastered by Claudio Jans at Crownjam Studios https://www.crownjamstudios.com/ Video editing by Daniel Streng / LowkezMedia www.lowkezmedia.com
German-based melodic power metal act SERIOUS BLACK, who lately released their much acclaimed, chart-breaking new album Vengeance Is Mine, has announced an even of a different kind. A world champion vs. a powerful voice; light heavy weight Shefat Isufi vs. Serious Black vocalist Nikola Mijic! Safe the date, April 14, 2022, and watch the ominous trailer here:
Serious Black’s new album, Vengeance Is Mine, was released on February 25th, and has turned into a prime example of a deeply melodic yet dynamic metal album. Tracks such as ‘Tonight I’m Ready To Fight’ showcase the band’s most powerful, emtional and imaginative work to date, Vengeance Is Mine unleashes razor-sharp guitar riffs, grooving rhythms and anthemic melodies. The album is available as Vinyl, CD and Digital formats via AFM Records at THIS LOCATION!
BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE will release a deluxe version of their current, self-titled album on July 8th 2022. This extended release features 4 brand new tracks, plus “Stitches”, a song previously only available as a Japanese exclusive.
Following the CD & digital releases, a vinyl pressing will launch on November 11th 2022.
Bullet For My Valentine’s seventh studio record sees the band at their heaviest and most visceral, and these additional tracks are no different, offering another round of signature blistering Bullet.
The first single, “Omen”, has been released today. Check it out, HERE.
BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE [DELUXE EDITION] TRACK-LISTING:
Parasite
Knives
My Reverie
No Happy Ever After
Can’t Escape The Waves
Bastards
Rainbow Veins
Shatter
Paralysed
Death By A Thousand Cuts 11: Omen 12: Stitches 13: No More Tears 14: Step Out From The Inside 15: This Means War
Meanwhile, BFMV will be partaking in this year’s European festival circuit, appearing as very special guests at Bring Me The Horizon’s Malta Weekender, Graspop, Rock IM and many more.
Those lucky enough to snap up tickets for BFMV’s Kingston Pryzm show will be able to witness the band perform a significant underplay. This show has now been rescheduled to May 24th 2022 and has long sold-out.
BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE SPRING/ SUMMER APPEARANCES 2022:
24/05/22 Kingston, Pryzm [sold out] 26/05/22 Malta Weekender 03/06/22 Rock IM/AM Park/Ring 10/06/22 Rock In The City 17/06/22 Graspop Metal Meeting 23/06/22 Tons Of Rock 24/06/22 Full Force 25/06/22 Jera On Air
Head to bulletformyvalentine.com for information and tickets.
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