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616 Release Music Video for ‘Cinderella Valentine’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 10, 2025
Posted in: Int. News, News. Tagged: 616. Leave a comment

Rock band 616, led by frontman Matthew Lidwin, has just released a powerful new music video for their latest single, “Cinderella Valentine,” filmed live at the iconic Sun Studio in Memphis, Tennessee—the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll.

The “Cinderella Valentine” video captures the raw energy and vulnerability of a live performance with zero digital polish—just pure analog soul. Shot in the same room where rock was born, the visual immerses fans in a sound that feels both timeless and fresh, blending the grit of classic rock with the haunting romanticism that 616 is known for.

From the age of 14, Matthew Lidwin—the driving force behind 616—has always had a relentless “go get it” attitude. Now 33, he’s taken that energy and built a global fanbase with seven songs hitting #1 on various charts. A true rock ‘n’ roll visionary, Matthew has worked with icons like professional skateboarder and MTV star Bam Margera (Jackass, Viva La Bam, CKY), and even brought in HiM’s legendary drummer, Gas Lipstick, to lay down drums on one of his signature classic rock tracks.

Seven years ago, Matthew signed with the legendary Cleopatra Records. But even with industry success, he wasn’t content with following the trends. He told producer Kyle Perera, “I want to make history. I want to do something different.” That vision led 616 to the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll—Sun Studio in Memphis, TN. In a bold move during the digital age, the band recorded live to tape, just like the legends before them—Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, B.B. King, Jerry Lee Lewis.

“I wanted to walk in the footsteps of the people who created rock ‘n’ roll,” says Matthew. “To make something that couldn’t be forgotten. Something raw. Real.”

Driven by a deep respect for the past and a fire to stand out in the present, Matthew made sure this project pushed his limits. “I wanted to make myself nervous again. To throw myself into the same shoes as the legends and stand for rock ‘n’ roll—because not many do that anymore. I paid my respects. I always will.”

Now sober and sharper than ever, Matthew is ready to bring 616 into a new era—one with more edge, more energy, and more authenticity. With a new lineup soon to be announced, fresh songs being recorded, and a brand new music video on the way, 616 is set to reignite the fire this spring.

A new full-length vinyl album will be released via Cleopatra Records this summer, delivering the best of Rock, Goth, and Roll. New 616 releases are available now, and the road is calling.

Join the journey. The resurrection of rock ‘n’ roll is here. 616 will see you on stage.

For More Information Please Visit: Facebook – Instagram – Spotify – YouTube

TUOMAS ROUNAKARI Interviewed by PoisonedRock TV, Diving into His Musical And Spiritual Journey – Video Out Now

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 10, 2025
Posted in: Int. News, News. Tagged: PoisonedRock TV, TUOMAS ROUNAKARI, YASUHARU TAKANASHI. Leave a comment
Photo by Markku Kirves

Renowned Finnish violinist, composer, and ethnomusicologist TUOMAS ROUNAKARI was recently interviewed by PoisonedRock TV, where he dives into his musical and spiritual journey — including his powerful collaboration with the legendary composer Yasuharu Takanashi, and much more.

Watch the full interview here:

As previously announced, TUOMAS is thrilled for his exciting new collaboration with YASUHARU TAKANASHI, the legendary composer behind some of the most iconic anime soundtracks. Together, they will embark on a three-show tour in June 2025, bringing fans a unique fusion of cinematic and folk-inspired soundscapes.

The “Far East Groove – Beginning the Quest Tour” will feature music from beloved anime series like Naruto and Fairy Tail, as well as other surprises, performed by an all-star lineup of musicians.

Tuomas Rounakari shares:
“Who knows where this groove will take us in the future! Takanashi’s anime music is a perfect match for my style, blending folk elements with cinematic strings. And of course, there will be solo slots where I can shred my violin to pieces!”

Far East Groove Tour Lineup:

🎹 Yasuharu Takanashi – Keyboards
🎸 Nozomu Wakai – Guitar
🎻 Tuomas Rounakari – Fiddle
🎸 Jesper Anastasiadis – Bass
🥁 Tino Jäntti – Drums

Tour Dates & Venues:

June 24 – Helsinki (FI) – On The Rocks
June 26 – Cartagena (ES) – Rock Imperium Festival
June 28 – Milano (IT) – Legend Club

Stay tuned for more details and let the journey begin!

In another news:

Tuomas has shared on his YouTube channel a new ‘Fjords in Greenland’ -video, filmed from his trip to Nuuk Fjord in 2017. Edited to a Kamass folksong from his first solo album. More info in the video describtion.

“Where I roamed before, the black mountains have eroded. My footsteps, left to my own land, are now growing golden hay. I once had strength, now I haven’t. Before there were many children, now I am the only one left. Where I fished before, there my lakes have been left as well.”

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1VMFG24sWo

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On January 26th 2024, at the Sibeliustalo in Finland, TUOMAS ROUNAKARI and YASUHARU TAKANASHI came together for a groundbreaking concert, ‘Epic East Meets Northern Beasts’. This sold-out event captivated audiences with its breathtaking performances, and the footage is now available for your viewing pleasure.

In case you missed it, dive into this mesmerizing musical journey, with video courtesy of Yasuharu Takanashi: https://www.facebook.com/100005974353144/videos/1142301077141918

The concert featured the lineup of skilled artists:

  • Yasuharu Takanashi – Keyboards and others
  • Tuomas Rounakari (Korpiklaani) – Violin
  • Toni Porthén (ex-Värttinä) – Drums
  • Jesper Anastasiadis (Turisas) – Bass
  • Ossi Maristo (Battle Beast tour member) – Guitar
  • Iivo Kaipainen (Arion) – Guitar

TUOMAS ROUNAKARI released his acclaimed solo album “Bear Awakener” on April 14th 2022!

Buy “Bear Awakener” album at

  • https://rounakari.bandcamp.com
  • https://www.recordshopx.com/artist/rounakari_tuomas/bear_awakener/

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TUOMAS ROUNAKARI is an internationally acclaimed violinist, composer and ethnomusicologist from Finland. He is a one-man-band blending violin, vocals and stomping with ankle-bells. In his performance he enters various trance-states. In this album he will also be playing a traditional Khanty instrument called Ning-juh.

Tuomas is inspired by different forms of dialogue; man and nature, the seen and the unseen world, ancient and future. His first solo album Shamanviolin was a result of ethnomusicological studies of the earliest 20th century wax-cylinder recordings from Siberia. These studies have also led to many collaborations with indigenous artists. He is one of the few artists who have actually returned their art to native communities for evaluation and development.

Tuomas Rounakari solo performance has been selected to: World Cultures Festival in Hong Kong (2019), Arctic Arts Summit (2019), Nordiskt Ljus Festival in Sweden (2022), Festspillene Helgeland in Norway (2021), Nuuk Nordik Festival in Greenland, Kaustinen Folk Music Festival in Finland (2018, 2013, 2012), Helsingin Juhlaviikot and many others. He has also played the solo performance in several theaters such as Finnish National Theater in Helsinki, Merlin Szinhas Teater in Budapest, AlfredVeDvore in Prague, Ashurst Hall in Flagstaff USA among others.

Also watch
-Tuomas’ performance video, a throwback to Tokyo 2017, from the materials of ‘Live in Japan’ documentary by Kimmo Kuusniemi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g718diJlW1s
-‘Farewell of Kamas People’ – https://youtu.be/oV16Qipd0MQ
-‘Langetus’ – https://youtu.be/HVsU7PTqqHY

More information at
TUOMAS ROUNAKARI: http://www.rounakari.com | http://www.facebook.com/shamanviolin |https://rounakari.bandcamp.com
MANAGEMENT: https://www.facebook.com/SplitScreenManagement | http://www.splitscreenproduction.com

OPHIOLATRY Sign to Wormholedeath Records for Release of New Album “Serpent’s Verdict”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 10, 2025
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Photography: Kevin Eisenlord, Anderson Hildebrando

Brazilian brutal death metal veterans OPHIOLATRY have officially signed with Wormholedeath Records and announced the release of their highly anticipated new album “Serpent’s Verdict”, set to drop on June 6, 2025. The band has also released a teaser for the album, giving fans their first glimpse into what promises to be a devastating release in extreme metal. They comment on the brutality:

“The album delves into themes of spiritual revenge, indigenous resistance, and the clash between ancient traditions and imposed beliefs. Inspired by real events in the Amazon, mythology, and existential suffering, the lyrics paint vivid scenes of war, punishment, and transcendence through pain. Each song tells a story, whether it be about warriors resurrected for revenge, the wrath of serpent gods, or the fall of oppressive ideologies. The words are raw, intense, and unrelenting, reflecting the chaotic brutality of the music itself.”

This signing marks a significant milestone for Ophiolatry, whose last full-length album “Transmutation” was released in 2008 through Forces of Satan Records/Regain Records. After a period of careful composition and development, the band returns with renewed purpose and vision, channeling the raw energy that established them as pioneers of South American extreme metal while evolving their distinctive sound. The album represents a departure from the relentless technicality of “Transmutation” while preserving the band’s signature brutality and expanding their sonic palette.

The album functions as a sonic ritual—a brutal, immersive descent into cycles of destruction, revenge, and rebirth. Each track serves as a chapter in this narrative, combining aggressive riffs, guttural vocals, and tribal rhythms inspired by ancient warrior traditions. It is recommended for fans of Morbid Angel, Death, and Deicide.

Connect with Ophiolatry:
ophiolatry.com.br
www.instagram.com/ophiolatry
www.youtube.com/@ophiolatryofficial2679
www.facebook.com/ophiolatry

SKIES TURN BLACK Drop Brand New Single And Video ‘Angel’ + Kick Off UK Tour Today

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 10, 2025
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Just in time for the tour kick-off, Skies Turn Black have dropped their brand new single “Angel”, available now on Spotify and on all major DSP’s. The track showcases the band’s signature blend of soaring melodies, crushing riffs, and cinematic electronic textures, a powerful preview of what fans can expect on stage during the Ascend To The Skies tour.

Whether you’ve been following their rise or are about to catch them live for the first time, “Angel” sets the tone for what promises to be an electrifying run of shows across the UK with Andromedous

The single is available now at: Apple Music | Spotify | & other major stores

Follow Skies Turn Black on Facebook for updated Tour info.

Current Tour Dates:
April 10 | Outpost | Liverpool
April 12 | Levels | Swindon
April 13 | Grand Central | Manchester
April 14 | Bannerman’s | Edinburgh
April 15 | The Lubber Fiend | Newcastle
April 16 | Sidney & Matilda | Sheffield
April 17 | The Electric Banana | Weston-Super-Mare
April 20 | Lvls | London

More information: Facebook | Youtube | Instagram | On Sliptrick

SONUM Stream “The Obscure Light Awaits” LP Ahead of Release

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 10, 2025
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Italian death metal entity SONUM are now streaming their upcoming new album, “The Obscure Light Awaits”, in full ahead of its release this Friday via Dusktone. The exclusive premiere is hosted by No Clean Singing, offering listeners an early chance to immerse themselves in the band’s haunting and atmospheric soundscapes. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the album in its entirety before it officially drops.

Stream “The Obscure Light Awaits” at THIS LOCATION.

Following the critical acclaim of their debut, “Visceral Void Entropy” (2022), SONUM delve deeper into the labyrinthine realms of dissonance and atmosphere. “The Obscure Light Awaits” is an ambitious work that simultaneously pushes boundaries and honours the roots of the genre. The album eschews unnecessary complexity in favour of a tight focus on songwriting, weaving together intricate, sibylline passages with a raw, unrelenting power that shows the influence of the pioneering works of old and contemporary death metal legends such as Gorguts, Morbid Angel, Execration and Artificial Brain.

A true testament to SONUM’s evolution, “The Obscure Light Awaits” presents a sonic journey defined by dark, otherworldly textures and relentless energy. The band’s ability to merge atmospheric depth with crushing riffs showcases their commitment to creating music that is both immersive and uncompromising. It’s an exploration of contrasts – between the abstract and the visceral, the chaotic and the structured.

Fans of progressive and atmospheric death metal will find “The Obscure Light Awaits” to be a landmark release that stands tall amidst this year’s most formidable works.

Tracklist:

01. Due To Inner Mess…
02. In This Void We Dwell
03. Famine
04. Trapped In The Labyrinth of Aberration
05. Ad Mortem (Iter Est)
06. Beyond The Gate…
07. The Obscure Light Awaits
08. Nobody Is Innocent
09. Messenger Of Cosmic Dread
10. Deliver Us (Final Trip)

Line-up:

Thomas Girardello – Vocals, Bass
Mirko Marchesini – Guitars
Francesco Tresca – Drums

All songs produced by SONUM
Mixed & Mastered by Luca Dal Lago

https://sonum.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/sonum.deathmetal
https://www.instagram.com/sonum.deathmetal/

WOLFSKULL Sign to Metalapolis Records (SPV) for Release of New Studio Album in 2025

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 10, 2025
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[photo: Dirk Behlau | Pixeleye Industries]

German dark heavy rock act WOLFSKULL has inked a label deal with Metalapolis Records (SPV) for the release of their much-awaited, yet-untitled new studio album to follow later this year.

The band writes:
“The wait is over! We’re beyond excited to announce our new label home: Metalapolis Records. The team is solid as hell, and with SPV as an international distribution partner, the foundation for our next big step is set. Our upcoming album packs a serious punch and is bursting with raw energy – the heat is on, and WOLFSKULL are more than ready to ride!“

“We are delighted to officially welcome German dark heavy rockers WOLFSKULL to our label family,“ Eddy and Nico of Metalapolis Records state. “With their dark sound, which impressively balances heavy riffs, atmospheric density and infectious melodies, WOLFSKULL bring a powerful new energy to our roster.

WOLFSKULL stands for an uncompromising musical vision, a clear artistic identity. Their unique style combines the power of Heavy Rock with dark aesthetics and a modern production – exactly the kind of musical depth and authenticity that we stand for as a label.

We are absolutely convinced that WOLFSKULL are ready for the next step and look forward to the upcoming releases, tours and milestones together.”

Founded in April 2018 by guitarist and mastermind Feratu, the band immediately garnered attention in the scene with their debut EP, Hexum: “Tip Of The Month” in Rock Hard Magazine and “Heroes Of Tomorrow” in Metal Hammer Germany. The subsequent debut album, Ave Goddess, hit like a thunderclap in December 2022: the band was lauded as the “Album Of The Month” in Metal Hammer and Guitar Magazine, they also landed opening slots for Skid Row and an exclusive WDR Rockpalast TV gig as part of the Crossroads Festival series.

2025 sees WOLFSKULL return louder, detached, and with even more drive. With the arrival of new second guitarist Mike Nero at the beginning of 2024, a noticeable breath of fresh air came into the band, which was directly reflected in the new material. In September 2024, new tracks were recorded at Soundlodge Studio under the direction of Jörg Uken (Anvil, Suicide Angels, Dew Scented, Temple of Dread, among others). One can be sure: They will offer everything that defines true heavy rock: driving riffs, powerful hooks, captivating melodies, and a modern, uncompromising sound that hits home. WOLFSKULL are back – and they‘re hungrier than ever.

Stay tuned and watch out for more news and album details to be revealed in the weeks ahead!

WOLFSKULL is:
Pete 9 – Vocals
Feratu – Guitar
Mike Nero – Guitar
Drop D. – Bass
Styx – Drums

Follow WOLFSKULL on:

http://www.wolfskull.rocks
https://www.facebook.com/wolfskullrocks
https://www.instagram.com/wolfskullrocks
https://www.youtube.com/@wolfskull
https://metalapolis.eu

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