Since their formation, HARKON from North Rhine-Westphalia have been delivering sophisticated, melodic, and at the same time powerful HEAVY METAL.
Following “Watch The World Go By”, the band released their second single, “The Errorist” on October 10.
Following their EP “Ruins Of Gold” (2019), the band’s long-awaited debut album “Love And Vore” will finally be released on October 31, 2025, via Doc Gator Records – a powerful work that balances catchiness and progressiveness, carried by strong hooks, anthemic choruses, and profound lyrics.
HARKON reveal: “‘The Errorist‘ is about seeing mistakes not as failures, but as opportunities. Everyone makes mistakes, but you can learn from them to find yourself and, in an increasingly divided world, perhaps also to find each other again, while distinguishing true terror from supposed error.”
🎥 🎬 ⚙️ Harkon
LYRICS I sense a heavy day to come From afar I hear the sound of a battle drum I fought and lost just to fight again Will we ever learn from all the pain
Changes for the better now Good intentions turned to misery somehow What happened to them on the other side? Everybody disappeared into the void
When the skies collide And rain keeps falling I’m the errorist
When the skies collide Rain keeps falling hard onto our joys and pride All nations come crawling, no more lies to hide It’s all been washed away Let’s raise the wrong fist The errorist!
Maybe we will lose it all The errorist can’t fix what cannot be controlled Maybe it is all too late The errorist still tries to put the record straight
When the skies collide And rain keeps falling I’m the errorist
When the skies collide Rain keeps falling hard onto our joys and pride All nations come crawling, no more lies to hide It’s all been washed away Let’s raise the wrong fist The errorist!
This life is trial This life is error, too Let’s see some reason Let’s try for me and you
Artwork & Logo: Björn Gooßes
For the powerful, transparent, and wonderfully organic overall sound of their songs, HARKON once again relied on a well-established producer duo:
Cornelius Rambadt (Disbelief, Bonded, Sodom, The Very End) handled the recording and mixing, while Dennis Koehne (Lacuna Coil, Caliban, Orden Ogan) took care of the mastering.
The result is an organic, powerful, yet modern sound that perfectly captures the essence of Progressive and Melodic Heavy Metal.
With “Love And Vore”, HARKON finally prove that they are more than just an insider tip: a band that delivers catchy anthems with depth, thrilling fans and critics alike – and showing that metal from Germany can still write new chapters in 2025. [ … learn more here ]
From the ashes of Crown, rises a shiny new banner for dark wave. On Your Inland Empire, the duo of Stéphane Azam and David Husser take the heavy electronics that they first donned on Crown’s last album a step further into the darkness of the club.
Today, Your Inland Empire are releasing “Grinding” as the second single off their upcoming debut album. Churning with pulsing beats, sparking riffs and shadowy bass lines, the song cuts straight to the album’s core, dancing between conflicting emotions and industrial decay, through the darkness and into the light.
The video for “Grinding” was directed by Brice Hincker & Amelie Diane. Your Inland Empire would like to give a special thanks to Philippe Dolfus and Olivier Guillemin for their collaboration and support on the video.
Your Inland Empire’ self-titled debut album comes out November 14, 2025 on Season of Mist.Pre-order & Pre-save: https://orcd.co/yourinlandempireyie
In 2021, Crown’s The End of All Things revealed a striking metamorphosis. The album shifted the duo of Stéphane Azam and David Husser away from their sludge-laden origins into a cinematic fusion of industrial rock, post-metal atmosphere and darkwave sensibility. Its balance of bleakness and accessibility was praised for expanding Crown’s sonic vocabulary, yet the record ultimately stood as both culmination and chrysalis: the closing of one chapter and the quiet emergence of another.
That emergence is now complete. Your Inland Empire opens a new frontier with their upcoming self-titled debut album. “Grinding” pulses against bleak meditations on distance and dissolution. “I’m falling apart / In the void of my heart”, Azam sings, as if through gritted teeth, as he drifts through a haze of electro-shocked guitars.
“When writing music and lyrics, I often have very abstract visions — living paintings that I try to transcribe into sound,” Azam explains. “It can be colors, shapes, landscapes, people, all evolving in my imagination like a trance”.
YOUR INLAND EMPIRE are the renegade torchbearers who forged their legacy as Crown. Ready to ink a new chapter under Season of Mist – a voyage from legacy to evolution, an eternal metamorphosis. Baptized in the crucible of raw sound and industrial angst, Your Inland Empire transmutes the heritage into a daring quest beyond sonic realms once deemed unconquerable.
‘The End of All Things’, Crown’s last album under the moniker was an unexpected twist of what the band is capable of. Dark and moody, bleak and sublime, airy and crushing, mesmerizing and engrossing, bold yet unerring, danceable and suffocating – it was all of this at the same time. Fragile hook lines dancing above the bleak abyss they so magnificently assembled.
From the mechanized heart of Crown, Stéphane Azam and David Husser incubated a revolution, their vision crystallizing amidst rippling waves of eight-string guitars and a digital pulse – the lifeblood of their emerging beast. What began as Azam’s vision, a coalition with Zatokrev’s Frederyk Rotter, evolved with Husser’s induction – a synthesis of production prowess and visionary audacity that propelled Crown’s ‘Natron’ into uncharted territories.
Stéphane recounts, the steel in his voice betraying a relentless surge of creativity and rebellion. Crown was but the cocoon, a chrysalis composed of binary beats and distorted riffs from where Your Inland Empire would emerge, unfurling wings inked with passion and driven by the relentless heartbeats of bass drums galvanizing a new dawn.
It is no surprise that David Husser, one half of Your Inland Empire has a vast selection of experience under his belt. Working as a studio engineer, producer and musician across the globe with class acts such as Alan Wilder of Depeche Mode or Genesis’ original lead singer Peter Gabriel – David brought all that experience to meticulously construct a unique sonic palette. With industrial-drone collective Y Front, who in the 90s toured with Rammstein, Husser gathered the live experience needed to hone his craft to absolute perfection.
Paul Kendall (Mute Records, Nine Inch Nails, Nick Cave), an industry-titan who closely worked with David, explained: “a distorting diamond… we have collaborated on several projects, and I have been amazed by his ability to teach an old dog new tricks. He is simply the best recording engineer I have ever met.”
Stéphane Azam, Your Inland Empire’s other half, is its founding father all the way back in its Crown days. Having worked as live sound engineer for French blackgaze pioneers Alcest and the legendary black metal artist Abbath, Azam brings to Your Inland Empire another side of the music spectrum. With a wide ability to deliver both the most soothing vocals and bottomless shrieks, Azam is the perfect complement to Husser’s dark and brooding soundscapes. The two have been working together for years, and their chemistry is palpable on Your Inland Empire’s debut album.
Creatively, Azam composes every step of the way – crafting songs with a meticulous fury. From structure to guitar licks, basslines to vocal passages – Azam has a vision, and Your Inland Empire is his outlet. Being not only the producer & engineer, Husser crafts Azam’s wildest ideas into refined sonic textures. Together, they’ve crafted the perfect recipe of pure auditory experimentation, intricate songwriting, emotive lyricism and astonishing artistry – constantly pushing boundaries in a multitude of musical styles.
With David Husser (Guitars, Programming, Production) in command of the studio’s helm, and Stéphane Azam (Vocals, Guitars, Composition) orchestrating the chaos into harmony, flanked by Nicolas Uhlen’s (Drums) rhythmic prowess and Marc Strebler’s (Bass) stringed sorcery, the empire is poised for its coronation.
The alchemy of Your Inland Empire is not unlike the world’s relentless cycle – at once introspective yet ever looking outward, “It might be a bit more introspective and then it’s more about internal conflicts…”. This duality breathes life into their music, “The tracks are quite bright, nonetheless, even though the lyrics are really very dark.” It’s introspective – the shadow of our human instincts, our constant inner struggles. An album that is equally as personal for Azam as it is relatable.
A forecast for their impending album resonates with the echoes of an empire’s intimate fears and tenebrous hopes. The intricate fabric of Your Inland Empire waivers, promising a symphony drenched in the sweat of toil and the tears of artistic triumph. The orchestra of creation bellows, addressing the collective’s core, intricately showcasing their unique craftsmanship and unyielding drive.
Line-up David Husser — Guitars, Programming, Production, Experimentation Stephane Azam—Vocals, Guitars, Songwriting, Experimentation Nicolas Uhlen—Drums Marc Strebler — Bass Guitar
Production Credits Recorded & mixed by David Husser at La Grange Studio, France. Mastered by Jaime Gomez Arellano at Orgone Studio, Porto, Portugal.
Cover Art Design & layout by Jeffrey V. Daniels.
Photography Band photos taken by Jennifer Brachet.
Legendary rock vocalist Graham Bonnet and his own group, the GRAHAM BONNET BAND, are thrilled to announce the release of their new live album, “Lost In Hollywood Again”, out on December 12, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl.
To celebrate the announcement, the first single along with a live video, “Since You’ve Been Gone”, are out today.
Graham commented: “It goes without say, that “Since You’ve Been Gone” should be the first single off our new live DVD. It’s the song that put Rainbow on the map and jettisoned my career. It’s a damn fine song and I wish I’d written it with Russ Ballard”.
On August 29, 2024, the Graham Bonnet Band took the stage of the world-famous Whisky a Go Go in Los Angeles for a night that perfectly captured the power, history, and energy of one of rock’s most distinctive voices. Filmed and recorded in front of an enthusiastic crowd at the legendary Sunset Strip venue, “Lost in Hollywood Again” showcases not only Graham’s unparalleled legacy but also the chemistry and fire of his current band.
“Lost in Hollywood Again” is more than a concert – it’s a celebration of Graham Bonnet’s enduring legacy and timeless songs, carried by a legendary voice, elevated by outstanding musicianship, and standing as a testament to the lasting power of hard rock.
The setlist is a journey through Bonnet’s remarkable career, featuring classics from Rainbow, Michael Schenker Group, and Alcatrazz, alongside hard-hitting originals from the Graham Bonnet Band catalog. With Graham’s trademark vocals in top form, the performance blends nostalgia with vitality, proving why he remains an enduring force in hard rock.
On this unforgettable night, Graham Bonnet’s iconic vocals were supported by the virtuosic guitar work of Conrado Pesinato, the driving bass of Beth-Ami Heavenstone, the soaring keyboards of Alessandro Bertoni, and the precise, energetic drumming of Francis Cassol. Together, they brought each song to life with intensity and precision, creating a truly memorable live experience.
Graham Bonnet is known for his powerful and versatile voice. He first achieved chart success in 1968 as part of the duo The Marbles, whose single “Only One Woman” reached No. 5 in the UK. Over his long career he has recorded and performed both as a solo artist and as a member of several prominent rock and heavy metal bands, including Rainbow, the Michael Schenker Group (MSG), Alcatrazz, Impellitteri, Blackthorne, and others.
Bonnet’s time with Rainbow was a defining period in his career: he joined in 1979, replacing Ronnie James Dio as vocalist, and contributed to the album “Down To Earth”, which included hits such as “Since You’ve Been Gone” and “All Night Long.” After leaving Rainbow he resumed his solo work, then later joined and formed several bands including MSG and Alcatrazz.
In later years Bonnet continued to release solo albums, formed the Graham Bonnet Band, and also participated in projects like Michael Schenker Fest. He remains active in recording and touring.
“Lost In Hollywood Again” Tracklist:
1. Eyes Of The World 2. All Night Long 3. Love’s No Friend 4. Making Love 5. Since You’Ve Been Gone 6. Keys solo 7. Lazy 8. Imposter 9. S.O.S. 10. Desert Song 11. Drums solo 12. Night Games 13. Into The Night 14. Assault Attack 15. Too Young To Die, Too Drunk To Live 16. Lost In Hollywood
Line Up: Graham Bonnet – Vocals Conrado Pesinato – Guitars Beth-Ami Heavenstone – Bass Alessandro Bertoni – Keyboards Francis Cassol – Drums
International powerhouse BEAST IN BLACK proudly announce an extended European tour for 2026. Some shows will be announced during their tour with Helloween, which starts next week. Stay tuned over the next two months to find out if your country and city are on the list.
The band comments: “We’re beyond thrilled to announce our headlining tour for the end of 2026, which will be the live presentation of the fourth Beast In Black album. Sonata Arctica as special guests and Frozen Crown as support will join us on this journey; we’re delighted to share the stage with these incredible bands. We promise you a show like no other from Beast In Black, and we guarantee a night you’ll always remember.”
26.10.2026 TBA 27.10.2026 BE Brussels, Ancienne Belgique 28.10.2026 NL Tilburg, O13 29.10.2026 DE Leipzig, Haus Auensee 31.10.2026 AT Vienna, Gasometer Wien 01.11.2026 HU Budapest, Barba Negra 02.11.2026 CZ Zlin, Sports Hall Datart 03.11.2026 TBA 05.11.2026 DE Berlin, Columbiahalle 06.11.2026 DE Hanover, Swiss Life Hall 07.11.2026 DE Ludwigsburg, MHPArena 08.11.2026 DE Offenbach, Stadthalle 09.11.2026 TBA 11.11.2026 ES Barcelona, Razzmatazz 1 12.11.2026 TBA 13.11.2026 ES Bilbao, Santana 27 14.11.2026 TBA 15.11.2026 TBA 17.11.2026 TBA 18.11.2026 TBA 20.11.2026 DE Munich, Zenith München 21.11.2026 TBA 22.11.2026 TBA 23.11.2026 TBA 24.11.2026 TBA 25.11.2026 SE Stockholm, Fryshuset Arenan 27.11.2026 TBA 28.11.2026 TBA 05.12.2026 TBA
Formed in 1995 in the small Swedish city of Mariestad by key players from Sweden’s legendary hardcore scene, WOLFBRIGADE (known as Wolfpack until 1999) remains among Scandinavia’s most respected, influential and reliable purveyors of real-world, brute-force, political hardcore punk.
The band’s disparate influences are drawn together with unifying solidity – the remorseless rhythms of Discharge, the blue-collar rock ‘n’ roll of Motörhead, the heads-down bludgeon of classic Entombed. The quintet defines their main driving force as “the eternal quest for the ultimate song. We constantly explore the space we can create for progression within our pretty slim framework. Even though our personal tastes are very eclectic, we want to stay true to the WOLFBRIGADE core, but at the same time apply as much pressure as we can to push it further. We’ll mix any influences that we please. War on rules. That has been the concept since the very start of Wolfpack.”
In celebration of their 30th anniversary, WOLFBRIGADE delivers Hostile Wasteland, an EP with a ferocious raw mix originally recorded in 2000 at the legendary Sunlight Studios, while they still went under the name Wolfpack. In addition, they unleash Kill to Live, an album of special live renditions of classic tracks, recorded in 2025 in the band’s own Wolfden Studio.
The band comments, “Over the years we have talked about releasing the last recording we did under the name Wolfpack to present it the way it was originally intended. Until now, it has remained more or less buried, only surfacing as bonus tracks on a few limited releases. As we celebrate the band’s 30th anniversary, we went through our archives and unearthed a stack of old DAT tapes which we transferred to digital. Among them we found this raw mix that sounded great. Bloodfilled and savage. And it felt like the right moment to finally give it a proper release.
“When we started out, we were five guys from different punk and metal bands who came together. The fusion of d-beat, punk, and death metal came naturally. That this hybrid beast is still alive three decades later feels insane. And at the same time inevitable. The band has burned itself into our DNA. Over the years some songs turned into staples in our live sets, others never really came out the way we wanted on the recordings, some changed shape with time, some we almost forgot. When we finally had proper recording possibilities in our rehearsal space, our guitarist Jocke Rydbjer’s own Wolfden Studio, we thought: ‘Why not give these songs another chance? Record them live, document how we actually sound as one. Five friends in a room. Nothing polished. Nothing dressed. Just naked to the bare arse.’ This is Lycanthro Punk 2025. Since 1995.”
Watch a visualizer for the track “Hostile Wasteland” HERE and “Enter The Gates” HERE.
Original AC/DC frontman, Dave Evans, celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Aussie rockers Rabbit with a brand new album, Defenders of Rock,to be released worldwide on October 31 via Savant Guarde Records.
Defenders of Rock is a bulletproof slab of 100% pure Aussie Rock. It’s all big hook and riffs in the tradition of their most luminous contemporaries. Rabbit still proves 50 years on that this music is as viable today as it ever has been. The album’s title track erupts with scorching lead guitar work from main songwriter and band co-founder Mark Tinson – Evans follows suit with the ageless and electrifying vocal deliveries that give each track on the album that anthemic charge.
Blending seamless old school rock and roll, that unmistakable pub rock attitude and some downright dirty blues swagger, “Defenders of Rock” a memorable classic. With each song clocking in at no more than three and a half minutes, “Defenders of Rock” flies straight out of the gate and works itself into a fury but leaves you wanting just a little bit more.
Dave Evans comments on Defenders of Rock “I was very excited when fellow Rabbit member, Mark Tinson, approached me about doing another Rabbit album. Mark and I never stopped working together; recording through the years with other projects and collaborating on my solo recordings.
The time seemed right for the mighty Rabbit to have a say once again in the world of rock. This album really makes a statement about the state of rock music today and the never say die attitude of true rockers. It’s all killer, no filler and we hope rock fans all over the world will love our new work and be inspired to KEEP ROCKIN¨ !!!
Defenders of Rock has been a long time coming with lead single, We’ll Never Get Too Much Rock n Rollbeing first released in 2023. It’s a homage to the past but also a nod to the present ‘we started a fire back in 75 and we cant put it out, its still burning wild’
The title is a nod to their 1976 self titled track, to 1976’s Too Much Rock n Roll, Listen HERE. Listen to Let’s Get Loud, featuring former Rose Tattoo drummer Scott Johnston.
Defenders of Rock will be released on CD and digitally on October 31. Pre orders are available here: https://rabbit.lnk.to/defendersofrock. LP’s will be available in early 2026.
Rabbit reminds us that Rock is our music, and this is the music that we want.
Rocking globally for over 50 years, Dave Evans fronted AC/DC from its inception in November 1973 until September 1974 before officially being replaced by Bon Scott in October 1974. He was there in those early days for their infamous first gig at Chequers Nightclub and the recording of their debut single “Can I Sit Next to You Girl?” along with “Baby, Please Don’t Go”. Although his time with AC/DC was brief, his role in laying the foundation of one of rock’s most iconic bands remains a key chapter in his career.
Following AC/DC, Evans joined Newcastle (Australia) hard rock band Rabbit in 1975. With their theatrical, high-energy stage presence and raw rock sound, Rabbit quickly became one of Australia’s hottest live acts. Evans’ charisma and powerful vocals helped the band sign with CBS Records and release two albums: Rabbit and Too Much Rock and Roll. The latter album gained national attention and was distributed internationally in Europe and Japan. Despite strong momentum, Rabbit disbanded in 1978 after key lineup changes and relentless touring.
Dave was never one to let the lights fade, as the world changed around him. Since 78’ he has been in various projects including 1986’s Dave Evans & Thunder Down Under, AC/DC tribute bands and has released more than a dozen solo albums including Sinner, Judgement Day, and 2013’s Revenge with former Alice Cooper guitarist, John Nitzinger, which received multiple perfect score reviews from rock press worldwide!
Dave has received many awards from around the world for his contribution to music including multiple nominates including the LA Music Awards and the Music Industry Awards UK. In 2018 received the Key To The City of Tenaha, Texas. The city also made an honorary police officer making him the only non American citizen in history to have been made an honorary American law officer.
To this day he continues to tour across Europe and the US and has become an Icon of Rock in Latin America where his fanbase remains incredibly loyal.
As of 2024–2025, Evans is on a world tour celebrating 50 years since AC/DC’s first show, delivering a nostalgic set that pays tribute to his role in the band’s origins while highlighting his enduring presence in rock music.
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