Boston-based rock powerhouse Lansdowne is back with “Make It a Lie,” a raw, emotionally charged anthem unpacking the brutal truth of toxic love. Released via their new label Odyssey Music Network (Berlin), the track is already one of their fastest-growing singles to date – 270k+ streams/views across platforms in just 6weeks, with fans calling it one of the band’s most relatable songs yet.
“Make It a Lie” is a deeply personal reflection on the heartbreak of staying in a relationship that keeps hurting you. With haunting melodies and gut-punch lyrics, Lansdowne explores the chaos of broken trust, blurred boundaries, and the exhausting cycle of trying to fix what’s already gone. It’s about clinging to hope, knowing deep down, it’s already over.
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With 300M+ global streams, Top 20 radio success across multiple continents, and a reputation for high-octane live shows, Lansdowne continues to evolve while staying true to their anthemic hard rock sound. Their partnership with Odyssey Music Network marks a bold new chapter, blending international reach with the band’s unmistakable edge.
Swedish electronic metal group SOLENCE is defined as much by their endless optimism as their boundless talent. For “Dead_Alive”—the blazing new single from their upcoming fifth album ANGELS CALLING, due out October 3 via Better Noise Music—they take an especially bracing lyrical turn. On the track, released today (June 27), they confront societal chaos and hold out hope by urgently singing lines like “Zombified, we need to stop the bleeding/Living like we’re dead alive.” The music is signature SOLENCE: they combine big pop hooks and electro savvy with the heavy yet melodic intensity of trailblazing Swedish metal into a distinctive international sound equal parts hypnotic and uplifting.
Dead alive, yeah we are barely breathing Waiting for the world to die Zombified, we need to stop the bleeding Living like we’re dead alive — “Dead_Alive”
Listen to “Dead_Alive” HERE and watch the lyric video HERE. Pre-orders for ANGELS CALLING are available HERE.
As frontman Markus Videsäter says, “‘Dead_Alive’ is probably one of the heaviest songs on ANGELS CALLING. We really wanted to go full on with this one. The song itself is about a world on fire where instead of acting on it we all walk around like we’re ‘Dead Alive.’ Think this is one of the most powerful choruses we’ve written to date, really excited for people to hear this!”
“Dead_Alive” is the follow-up to the album’s first single, “Where Were You..?” which was released May 13 as an instant download with pre-orders of the album HERE. The visualizer for “Where Were You..?” can be seen on Better Noise Music’s official YouTube page HERE.
Based out of Los Angeles and originally hailing from Sweden, SOLENCE’s lineup consists of frontman Markus Videsäter alongside guitarist David Strääf, keyboardist Johan Swärd, and drummer David “Viking” Vikingsson. They focus all its energy on uplifting anyone in a dark state of mind to a brighter place. “SOLENCE is all about having a good time,” Videsäter says. “Our message to our existing fans and potential new ones is that we want to bring the fun back into rock n’ roll.”
ANGELS CALLING is the follow-up to their EP BLUE MONDAY (Better Noise Music), released this past January with three new songs: “F**k The Bad Vibes,” “A Banger A Day Keeps The Doctor Away,” and “Who You Gonna Call? (Solence),” which Houston Chronicle highlighted in their “Top 50 Best Underground Music Videos of 2024” list. It also includes two remixed versions of their hit track “Good F**king Music” by Swedish-based producer MVRE and L.A.-based producer kodeblooded (Asking Alexandria, Charlotte Sands). BLUE MONDAY can be downloaded and streamed HERE.
SOLENCE have built a dedicated global audience on past tours opening for bands including Five Finger Death Punch, Ice Nine Kills, Electric Callboy, We Came As Romans, and The HU, in addition to festival appearances across Europe (Rock For People Festival, Graspop Metal Meeting, Resurrection Fest, Tuska Festival, Nova Rock Festival) and the U.S. (Aftershock, Louder Than Life, Blue Ridge Rock Fest). A SOLENCE performance is a participatory sport, with audiences encouraged to sing and bounce along.
Lauded as one of Pandora’s “Rising Rock Artists To Watch In 2023,” SOLENCE have to date garnered over 365 million cumulative streams, over 888k monthly Spotify listeners, and over 96 million video views since their formation in 2012. The band started by releasing heavy renditions of well-known pop hits from the likes of Imagine Dragons, Fall Out Boy, Ed Sheeran, Britney Spears, and Queen before breaking out with their 2019 debut album BROTHERS. It was quickly followed by their sophomore album, DIRECTION, which saw them achieve their first Active Rock radio charting with “Animal In Me” which became SiriusXM Octane’s most-played track in 2020. Octane’s Sr. Director, Music Programming Vincent Usuriello described SOLENCE’s sound as “a dynamic fusion of rock, metal, and pop elements, with powerful vocals, electrifying guitar riffs, and infectious melodies, creating an immersive sonic experience.” In 2021, SOLENCE released their third album, DEAFENING, which showed their range of inspirations from music to anime, gaming, sci-fi, and even philosophy and soon followed with their fourth album HOPE IS A CULT in 2023. Amidst writing new material for SOLENCE, Videsäter and Strääf have lent their songwriting skills to pop acts including Jason Derulo and Bebe Rexha.
In 2025, SOLENCE continues to spread its life-affirming message. “‘Until I hear the ‘Angels Calling’ reminds us that life is way too short to worry about doubt or making mistakes,” Markus Videsäter points out. “We never know when our time is up, so let’s make the most of it while we can!”
SOLENCE will hit the road later this year for a European tour opening for Nothing More, which launches November 7 in Finland, along with Catch Your Breath and Ankor. General tickets are available now on their official website.
Check out SOLENCE’s tour with Nothing More at any of the following stops:
Fri 11/7 Tampere, Finland Tavara-Asema Sat 11/8 Helsinki, Finland Tavastia Mon 11/10 Stockholm, Sweden Göta Lejon Tue 11/11 Oslo, Norway Vulkan Arena Wed 11/12 Copenhagen, Denmark Amager Bio Fri 11/14 Hamburg, Germany Docks Sat 11/15 Berlin, Germany Astra Kulturhaus Sun 11/16 Warsaw, Poland Progresja Tue 11/18 Prague, Czeck Roxy Fri 11/21 Munich, Germany Backstage Sat 11/22 Stuttgart, Germany Lka Longhorn Sun 11/23 Zurich, Switzerland Komplex 457 Wed 11/26 Paris, France Elysee Montmarte Fri 11/28 Frankfurt Am Main, Germany Batschkapp Sat 11/29 Cologne, Germany Essigfabrik Sun 11/30 Antwerp, Belgium Trix Tue 12/2 Glasgow, Scotland SWG3 Galvanizers Thu 12/4 Manchester, U.K. O2 Ritz Fri 12/5 London, U.K. O2 Forum Kentish Town Sat 12/6 Bristol, U.K. O2 Academy
Melbourne’s finest donkeys of musical mischief, The Mean Times, are back with ‘Hell’, the second single from their upcoming album ‘Feel More Dumb’, dropping September 2025 via Golden Robot Records. ‘Hell’ is out now and is available on all digital platforms.
We’re all going to Hell. Might as well make it sound good.
A garage-pop post-punk panic attack disguised as a party anthem, ‘Hell’ is part sermon, part sleaze, and fully unhinged. Imagine The Vines if they took their meds with beer instead of water. Or early Arctic Monkeys after two weeks of no sleep, bad decisions, and worse influences. It’s Dune Rats with existential dread. Depeche Mode getting personal with Jesus. You get the picture. But underneath the mayhem is a message – or maybe the absence of one.
‘Hell’ is a filthy, sex-positive anthem that kicks down the doors of shame and invites everyone in. Too many sex songs cater to straight male fantasies. This one’s for everyone who enjoys getting dirty, regardless of gender or orientation. With surreal euphemisms, cheeky blasphemy, and a whole lot of hip-thrusting swagger, it’s unapologetic, inclusive, and just plain fun.
Musically, it’s the collision of a breakdown and a banger, snarling sarcasm and earworm choruses, driven by a rhythm section that hits like a stolen shopping trolley careening downhill. It’s the sound of trying to keep it together while everything around you burns – fast, loud, and somehow danceable. There’s no redemption arc here. No moral compass. Just a hook-filled descent into joyful chaos. It’s the end of the world. Bring a saddle. And maybe a safe word.
Thomas Morgan – Vocals, guitar Robert Meerbach – Bass Eoin Clements – Guitar, backing vocals Ryan Williams – Drums
Hard-hitting rock and metal outfit BLOODY DICE, hailing from Copenhagen, Denmark, have now released their full album ‘2’ via renowned U.S. hard rock label Eönian Records.
From the first thunderous riff to the final echo, BLOODY DICE’s sophomore release stands as a near-perfect testament to what hard rock and metal can achieve when vision, talent, and world-class production collide. Guided by legendary producer Flemming Rasmussen, whose work with Metallica defined an era, the album captures the raw energy of a live show with the precision and punch of a studio masterpiece.
Each track showcases razor-sharp musicianship: guitars roar with clarity and weight, bass lines rumble with authority, and drums explode with power. Dagfinn Joensen’s vocals blaze through the mix, equally fierce and soulful. The songwriting is both rooted in the genre’s golden age and refreshingly modern, blending anthemic choruses with introspective moments.
Rasmussen’s production is the album’s secret weapon: warm, wide, and fiercely alive. Nothing feels overproduced, every note breathes. This is metal with a timeless soul and undeniable heart. Essential listening for any rock devotee. Do yourself a favor, grab this record and turn it up to eleven.
“This album picks up where the first left off, same raw energy, but with more melody and speed in places. Half the songs were written early on, the rest came together after Peter and Jakob joined, which gave the newer tracks a fresher, more evolved feel. Our writing has become more collaborative – we jam, shape the structure, then I will bring in lyrics and melody. It is a living process, with songs sometimes changing as we play them live. Working with Flemming Rasmussen is always a privilege. He gets our vision, adds valuable input, and his studio blends vintage gear with cutting-edge tech, best of both worlds. Plus, he is a legend and still cool enough to run front of house for our live shows.”– Dagfinn Joensen, vocalist, BLOODY DICE
“Our sound has always been rooted in bluesy, grungy ‘70s rock, and that vibe is still very present. But this time, the writing process felt more natural. With Peter, our original drummer, back in the fold, and Jakob on bass bringing in his thrash and old-school metal influences, things clicked in a new way. The result is tighter, more aggressive, and even a bit more progressive. The chemistry we have found as a band really shaped this record.” – Nickie Jensen, guitarist, BLOODY DICE “Bloody Dice are a hard-hitting band with great songs. At their core, they are a classic rock trio with a lead vocalist, carrying on the tradition of powerful, groove-driven rock lineups. There is plenty of space in the music for big solos, rich vibes, and tight rhythms. With their original drummer back, they are truly at the top of their game. We spent a lot of time dialing in the right feel and energy for each track, and the result is outstanding.” – Flemming Rasmussen, producer/engineer and owner, Sweet Silence Studios
“Partnering with U.S.-based Eönian Records for our second album has been a great experience. From the start, they have been cool, honest, and fully supportive – not just of the music, but of our vision as a band. It is rare to find a label that truly understands where you are coming from and where you want to go. Eönian has deep roots in the hard rock scene, and their platform gives us the ability to reach the right audience in a niche market that still values physical albums, killer artwork, and real musicianship. It feels like a perfect fit.”
To our fans, new and old – support real music! Come to the shows, buy the albums, grab some merch. That is how bands like ours survive and keep making the music you love.” – Dagfinn Joensen, guitarist, BLOODY DICE
Eönian Records is equally enthusiastic about the release: “From the moment we first heard BLOODY DICE, our entire team at Eönian knew there was something special – not just in the music, but in the energy, the songwriting, and the authenticity of the band. Dagfinn, Nickie, and the entire group bring a raw, no-frills rock sound that is both classic and fresh. This new album is a powerful step forward for them, and we are beyond excited to help bring it to fans around the world. These guys live and breathe real rock ‘n’ roll, and it is an honor to be part of their journey.” – Stephen Craig, Eönian Records
1. Cry For War 2. Maze 3. Break The Circle 4. The Bitch Is Crazy 5. Madness 6. Back To Hell 7. Unspoken 8. Struggling To Breathe 9. Don’t Know Where We’re Going 10. Face The Truth
SIX FEET UNDER will return to stages this Fall on a US headlining tour. The Midnight In Hell 2025 Tour runs from September 20th in Indianapolis, Indiana through October 25th in New Kensington, Pennsylvania and includes a special performance at this year’s edition of Aftershock. Support will be provided by Exhorder, Wretched, and Incite.
Comments SIX FEET UNDER vocalist Chris Barnes, “After a highly successful return to touring, I’m very excited to get back on the road and continue the mayhem this Fall! Our friends Exhorder, Wretched, and Incite will be our accomplices this time around. We will be dusting off some classic SIX FEET UNDER material and three songs we’ve never played live, including the fan favorite, “The Noose!” See you this Fall and don’t forget we’ll be at Aftershock Festival on Sunday, October 5th!“
SIX FEET UNDER w/ Exhorder, Wretched, Incite: 9/20/2025 Heavy Hell – Indianapolis, IN Heavy Hell ** 9/21/2025 The King Of Clubs – Columbus, OH 9/22/2025 Soundstage – Baltimore, MD 9/23/2025 Chapel Of Bones – Raleigh, NC 9/25/2025 Conduit – Orlando, FL 9/26/2025 Orpheum – Tampa, FL 9/27/2025 Club LA – Destin, FL 9/28/2025 Chelsea’s Live – Baton Rouge, LA 9/29/2025 Paper Tiger – San Antonio, TX 9/30/2025 Jake’s – Lubbock, TX 10/02/2025 The Rock – Tucson, AZ 10/03/2025 House Of Blues – San Diego, CA 10/04/2025 Humdinger – San Luis Obispo, CA 10/05/2025 Aftershock – Sacramento, CA ** 10/07/2025 El Corazon – Seattle, WA 10/09/2025 Ray’s Golden Lion – Richland, WA 10/10/2025 Nova PDX – Portland, OR 10/11/2025 The Shredder – Boise, ID 10/13/2025 The Oriental Theatre – Denver, CO 10/15/2025 The Vanguard – Tulsa, OK 10/16/2025 Wooly’s – Des Moines, IA 10/17/2025 The Canopy Club – Urbana, IL 10/18/2025 Avondale – Chicago, IL 10/19/2025 Venue Event Center – Cadillac, MI 10/20/2025 Sanctuary – Detroit, MI 10/21/2025 Rec Room – Buffalo, NY 10/22/2025 District Music Hall – Norwalk, CT 10/23/2025 Brooklyn Monarch – Brooklyn, NY 10/24/2025 Broken Goblet – Bensalem, PA 10/25/2025 Preserving Underground – New Kensington, PA ** SIX FEET UNDER only
SIX FEET UNDER continues to tour in support of their fourteenth studio album, Killing For Revenge, released last year via Metal Blade Records!
A gnarly beast of a record that’s not for the faint-hearted, Killing For Revenge dishes up nightmare-inducing imagery courtesy of Barnes via the vocalist’s trademark guttural vocals. Both the album title and darkly detailed red-hued album cover by artist Vince Locke are perfect containers for the brutality within.
Forged as a side project for Barnes during his final years with the band that he co-founded, Cannibal Corpse, SIX FEET UNDER became the frontman’s sole focus in 1995, coinciding with the release of their debut, Haunted. Only Barnes remains from SIX FEET UNDER‘s original incarnation, but the quality has remained remarkably consistent. The current lineup of Barnes, guitarists Jack Owen (ex-Cannibal Corpse) and Ray Suhy, bassist Jeff Hughell, and drummer Marco Pitruzzella makes for a devastating unit.
Killing For Revenge earned the #8 spot on Billboard’s Top New Artists Albums chart upon its first week of release. Elsewhere, the record took the #10 position on the Current Hard Rock Albums chart, #24 on the Current Rock Albums chart, and more!
Wrote Blabbermouth of the release, “Now sounding more like a lethal and harmonious unit than they have for decades, they are plainly and undeniably back in peak, murderous form.” Slam Magazine concurred, “Slow or fast doesn’t matter with SIX FEET UNDER; what counts is heaviness, brutal riffing, and a massive build-up of pressure, interspersed with skillful solos, and Killing For Revenge has more than enough of all of this to offer.” Added New Noise Magazine, “This is a masterful metal annihilator of an album. Chris Barnes completely shatters the soul with his guttural growls… This is a trip you need to take if you love true metal.”
NILS PATRIK JOHANSSON is set to release his new studio album “War And Peace” on October 10th on Metalville.
The third soloalbum from NPJ is an album for heavy metal lovers and history nerds. Every song is like an adventure in itself and Nils Patrik’s band mate from Lion’s Share, Lars Chriss has made an incredible job as a producer and as the guitarist and bassplayer on the album.
Nils Patrik comments about the album: “I am so proud of this album and the fact that I finally got my Gustav Vasa song out to the world. My fans have been waiting. I’m also proud of Lars for his great work, for my son Fredrik for his amazing drum playing and also for Anuviel for the high quality keyboard arrangements. Also a big thanks to Tommy Denander for his efforts.”
Born in Borlänge, Sweden, the singer has been synonymous with outstanding hard rock / metal albums for over 20 years. Not only with his solo albums, but also as frontman of Astral Doors, Lions Share, Civil War and Wuthering Heights, Nils Patrik Johansson has thrilled fans all over the world time and time again.
TRACK LISTING
Himalaya
Gustav Vasa
Prodigal Son
Stay Behind
Barbarossa
Hungarian Dance
The Great Wall Of China
Two Shots In Sarajevo
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Nils Patrik Johansson- Vocals Lars Chriss – Guitars and bass Saecred Spirit Anuviel – Keyboards Fredrik Johansson- Drums
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