BIG BAND OF BOOM Drop Music Video for Brass-Infused Take on Pendulum’s ‘Propane Nightmares’

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Architectural brass-rock collective Birmingham’s BIG BAND OF BOOM have premiered the official video for their visceral reimagining of Pendulum’s drum and bass anthem, “Propane Nightmares.” The new video arrives as the group spearheads the second leg of a high-velocity UK tour, fuelling the ascent toward their definitive self-titled debut long-player, released on 13 March 2026 via Ragtime Records.

The “Propane Nightmares” music video lands as the band’s horn-charged odyssey rolls across the UK throughout February and March. Forged on major stages including Boomtown Festival, Camp Bestival, Twinwood Festival, Shambala Festival, NorthSide Festival and Rudolstadt Festival, Big Band of Boom have built a reputation for turning open fields and packed tents into brass-fuelled pressure cookers. With over 100,000 streams across recent singles and strong backing from BBC Radio 6 Music following a standout live session that left DJ Craig Charles “really, really impressed”, they enter the final stretch before their debut album at full tilt, bringing the volume — and the orchestra — with them.

For the band, the choice to cover “Propane Nightmares” carries personal weight. Pendulum formed the soundtrack to BOB guitarist Tom Duffy’s university years, culminating in seeing them live at Glastonbury in 2009. a performance he describes as unforgettable, with “Propane Nightmares” defining many late nights out. He later began performing a stripped-back acoustic version at cover gigs, and when Big Band of Boom took shape, the song felt like the natural high-energy centrepiece for their set. Tom Hyland (guitars) echoes that connection, recalling the track as a long-time running companion and an obvious fit for the band’s expanded line-up. With heavy guitars and a full horn section, the aim was to stay close to the spirit of the original while reworking it for twelve musicians playing live — no synths, no backing tracks, just a fully organic reinterpretation. 

Where the Pendulum original is forged in vortical electronic propulsion and high-tensile friction, Big Band of Boom subject the track to a cinemascope overhaul. The breakneck pulse remains, but here it respires, oscillates, and fulminates in real-time which trades the programmed club drop for a pyroclastic stage surge. Transmuting the chaotic magnetism of a enormous live collective into a studio master is a notorious difficult hurdle, yet one the band cleared by seeking out acoustic character over digital precision. 

Forged across three years of relentless touring, the band’s upcoming debut album (out 13 March) was tracked in atmospheric sanctuaries—including a desolated church and a verdant Victorian greenhouse. Mixed and mastered by James Bragg (Propagation Studios, Cornwall), the new record adheres to a singular, uncompromising mandate: preserve the impact and energy of Big Band of Boom’s live show. The result is a study in how the frenetic spirit of a bouncing festival crowd can be distilled into high-fidelity sound belting out of your speaker system.

The “Propane Nightmares” music video lands as the band’s horn-blasted odyssey continues across the UK throughout February and March; Big Band of Boom are entering their final pre-album orbit at maximum volume and are ones to be seen and go watch, right here right now.

Big Band of Boom’s self titled debut album is released via Ragtime Records 13th March 2026.

Album Tracklist

1 Stupid Filthy Rich
2 Earthquake
3 Doomscrolling
4 Big Bad Voodoo
5 Propane Nightmares
6 Energy Vampire
7 Knock at the Door
8 Not Today
9 One Night Only
10 Anxiety Universe
11 Toxicity
12 Thanks Humans
13 The Longest of Goodbyes
14 Yūgen

Tour Dates
26 Feb – GLASGOW, The Rum Shack
27 Feb – EDINBURGH, The Voodoo Rooms
28 Feb – NEWCASTLE, The Head of Steam
13 Mar – BRISTOL, The Exchange

Tickets: https://bigbandofboom.com/

Big Band of Boom is

Alex Astbury – Trumpet
Antony Stevens – Trumpet
Max Astbury – Trumpet
Charlie Lancaster – Trombone
Edi May – Tenor Saxophone
Felicity Evans-Waite – Baritone Saxophone
Gareth Williams – Bass
Jon Tutcher – Keyboards
Matthew Holmes – Drums
Josh Wunderlich – Vocals
Tom Duffy – Guitar & Vocals
Tom Hyland – Guitar & Vocals

Connect with Big Band of Boom: https://bigbandofboom.com/

PARKER BARROW Announce July 2026 UK Tour + Release New Single ‘Glass Eyes Cryin’

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Nashville-based, Southern rockers Parker Barrow are pleased to return to the UK in July 2026 to perform five intimate club shows and a highly anticipated performance at Steelhouse Festival. Tickets for the July club shows go on sale at 10am on Thursday February 19th via Planet Rock, The Gig Cartel and Parker Barrow.

To celebrate their UK return, Parker Barrow are pleased to release their new single ‘Glass Eyes Cryin’, taken from their Hold The Mash EP. 

The new single is available on all streaming platforms HERE. Hold The Mash EP is available on all streaming platforms HERE.

“Glass Eyes Cryin’ was the first song we wrote and recorded for Hold The Mash,” says Parker Barrow’s drummer, Dylan Turner. “We felt it was the perfect song to kickstart a musical shift to what the band has become since our previous record.”

Continues Turner, “It’s a laid-back, groovy and features a powerful vocal that tells the story about a sass-filled response to situations of emotional manipulation. With the use of many textures, and gospel elements, the song takes you on the emotional journey that comes with the realization that actions truly speak louder than words.”

Husband-and-wife duo Megan Kane (lead vocals) and Dylan Turner (drums) lead Parker Barrow. The name of the band is a homage to Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow – the infamous American bank robbers during the early 1930’s Great Depression.

A chance encounter in 2019 paired-up Megan and Dylan, who was hunting for a new singer. Two weeks later, they were on the road together, driven by one goal: making their musical dreams a reality.

In 2023 Parker Barrow expanded with the full-time inclusion of guitarist and musical director Alex Bender. Dylan lays down a heavy groove while Megan’s soulful vocals soar high above.  Alex’s inventive riffs and fiery playing pull it all together, creating Parker Barrow’s signature sound.

Parker Barrow’s vintage rock vibe features elements of Rock, Southern Rock, Blues & Soul; but their distinctive sound is unmistakably their own. There’s an impressive mix of old and new influences threaded throughout the band’s repertoire, including The Rolling Stones, Blackberry Smoke, Allman Brothers Band, Aerosmith, Tedeschi Trucks, The Black Crowes and traces of Led Zeppelin.

Parker Barrow’s debut album Jukebox Gypsies was released to glowing reviews from music press and fans globally; and the single “Back To Birmingham” racked up over a million YouTube views.

In 2025 they released the EP Hold The Mash, featuring the singles “Make It,” “Novocaine” and “The Healer.” They toured the UK supporting the Damn Truth later that same year winning over new fans. Planet Rock radio added “Make It” to their main playlist.

Parker Barrow has earned a reputation for their powerhouse live shows featuring spontaneous jams and fresh twists on their songs. In 2025, the band were busy touring the U.S. and, in the summer, they played festivals and headline shows in the U.K. and Spain.

Parker Barrow thrives on connecting with fans, both old and new. They will continue touring across the US and Europe through 2026. Their live shows deliver high energy, swagger, and pure heat—a testament that rock ‘n’ roll is very much alive and well.

The Gig Cartel and Planet Rock presents

PARKER BARROW JULY 2026 UK TOUR

TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM PLANET ROCK & THE GIG CARTEL

FROME, TREEHOUSE
FRIDAY 17 JULY 2026
Tickets: thegigcartel.com
35 Berkley Road, Frome, BA11 2EH
http://www.cheeseandgrain.com

STOWMARKET, JOHN PEEL CENTRE
SATURDAY 18 JULY 2026
Tickets: thegigcartel.com
Church Walk, Stowmarket, IP14 1ET
https://johnpeelcentre.com/JohnPeelCentre.dll/Home

GLASGOW, AUDIO
TUESDAY 21 JULY 2026
Tickets: thegigcartel.com
14 Midland St, Glasgow, G1 4PP
https://audioglasgow.co.uk

SHEFFIELD GREYSTONES
WEDNESDAY 22 JULY 2026
Tickets: thegigcartel.com
Greystones Road, Sheffield, S11 7BS
http://www.mygreystones.co.uk

LEEK, FOXLOWE ARTS CENTRE
THURSDAY 23 JULY 2026
Tickets: thegigcartel.com
Stockwell St, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 6AD
http://www.foxloweartscentre.org.uk

STEELHOUSE FESTIVAL
FRIDAY 24 JULY 2026
Tickets: Box Office
Ebbw Vale, Wales, NP13 2ER
http://www.steelhousefestival.com

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CARMINE APPICE & CACTUS Welcome You Back to “The Temple Of The Blues” – New All Star Album Arrives on April 3rd

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It’s two years since drum legend Carmine Appice and his reformed Cactus first unbarred the doors to the Temple Of Blues – a 15 track slab of head banging, hip swinging heavy blues rock whose subtitle, Influences And Friends, roped in a host of special guests, all of whom held the band very close to their hearts.

Now the Temple opens again, this time for an All Star aggregation that recalls Ted Nugent, Billy Sheehan, Bumblefoot, Dee Snider and Pat Travers from volume one, alongside an all-new wave of heavy hitters including Steve Morse (Deep Purple), Tracii Guns (LA Guns), Joe Lynn Turner (Rainbow, Deep Purple), Rudy Sarzo (Ozzy Osbourne, Quiet Riot), Alex Skolnick (Testament), and a whole lot more! 

And, to get the ball rolling ahead of time, today sees the release of the first single from Temple Of Blues II, a savage two-part “Back Door Man” featuring Sheehan, Eric Gales and Artie Dillon.

Carmine enthuses, “When we finished ‘Back Door Man’ and listened to the whole mix., it blew me away.  Billy and Eric are amazing together on top of my drums.”

Oft-described as America’s Led Zeppelin, the original Cactus grew out of Appice’s past experiences with Vanilla Fudge and Beck Bogart and Appice, debuting in 1970 with a self-titled album and an immediate impact on the live circuit.  And Temple Of Blues II takes us back to their birth – that summer, Cactus were among the main attractions at the Isle of Wight Festival in England, and the new album’s “Purple Haze” reunites them with both another of that bill’s audience favorites, Melanie, and its overall headliner, Jimi Hendrix.

The result will startle fans of all three.

“Melanie’s voice was so distinctive in that it could shift seamlessly from sweet to raspy,” says Carmine. “Her talent was versatile too – she was at home in front of the mic whether it be an anthem or a pop tune. That voice could sound childlike in one moment and full of wisdom and maturity the next. No wonder she and her work are still so beloved.”

Elsewhere on this thunderous sequel, Pat Travers returns for the mighty “Moanin’ At Midnight”; Joe Lynn Turner joins Morse, Carmine’s Guitar Zeus bandmate Tony Franklin and Derek Sherinian (Dream Theater) for “Bad Stuff”; Dee Snider (Twisted Sister) and Tracii Guns lead the way for “The Little Red Rooster”; and Ted Nugent and Bob Daisley (Rainbow) join forces for an astonishing “Spoonful.”  

But every track here expands the raw blues-rock vision of volume one with even more fire, swagger, and authority. And Carmine, of course, anchors the proceedings with his unmistakable power, groove, and feel, driving every track and reaffirming his status as one of the most influential drummers in rock history.

SINGLE: https://orcd.co/cactus_backdoorman

–CD/VINYL: https://cleorecs.com/search?q=cactus+temple+of+blues+ii
–DIGITAL: https://orcd.co/cactus_templeofbluesii

Track List:

  1. Back Door Man Pt. 1 & 2 feat. Eric Gales & Billy Sheehan
  2. 300 Pounds Of Joy feat. Ty Tabor
  3. Moanin’ At Midnight feat. Pat Travers
  4. Down In The Bottom feat. Dug Pinnick
  5. Token Chokin’ feat. Bumblefoot
  6. Bad Stuff feat. Steve Morse, Joe Lynn Turner, Derek Sherinian & Tony Franklin
  7. Tail Dragger feat. Rudy Sarzo & Alex Skolnick
  8. The Little Red Rooster feat. Dee Snider, Tracii Guns, Jimmy Haslip
  9. Purple Haze feat. Melanie
  10. Spoonful feat. Ted Nugent & Bob Daisley

BONUS TRACK [CD ONLY]

  1. Feel So Good feat. Billy Sheehan & Britt Lightning

JOHNNY O’NEIL Release “Live at Le Musique Room” Album Alongside Video for ‘Lover’

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JOHNNY O’NEIL announces his new live album “Live at Le Musique Room”, out now on Bearded Maggie Records. The live album features a live performance of a brand new song “Lover” that will be released on his upcoming new studio album.

You can stream and purchase “Live at Le Musique Room” at: https://linktr.ee/johnnyoneil

JOHNNY O’NEIL “Lover” Official Music Video from the Album “Johnny O’Neil Live at Le Musique Room”:

Talking about the new live album, Johnny O’Neil said, “Our new live album was recorded in a very intimate theater setting at Le Musique Room, opening for our good friends, Bobby Jensen and the Dead Cowboys. The album represents a true inflection point for our band. After our former guitarist, John Funk, informed us last spring that, “I just have no passion to play hard rock anymore,” we had to decide whether to replace him with another second guitarist. We very briefly considered holding auditions, but rather than going through the agony (and time!) of that process, we elected to forge ahead as a three-piece, and have never looked back or regretted our decision. 

The album features songs from our first two studio albums, as well as a brand new track, “Lover,” a tune I wrote about a fellow who has watched a woman being mistreated by someone from afar, and tells her to “leave him – c’mon with me”! “Lover” is the first single from our upcoming third studio album, which again will be co-produced, recorded, and mixed by Johnny’s “Blood Brother,” the incomparable Brian Bart. We cannot wait for our fans to hear us get back to our hard rock roots – this time as a three-piece!”

  1. Snake In The Grass
  2. Brand New Day
  3. Red Suns In The Sky
  4. My Mona
  5. Temple
  6. When Janie Moved Into Town
  7. On My Way
  8. Lover
  9. Comin’ For You

Band Members:
Johnny O’Neil: Lead Vocals, All Guitars
Benny Craig: Bass Guitar and Background Vocals
Joachim Baecker: Drums and Background Vocals

WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA:
Website: http://www.JohnnyONeil.com
FB: http://www.Facebook.com/JohnnyONeilOfficial
Instagram: http://www.Instagram.com/Johnny_ONeilOfficial
Bandcamp: https://johnnyoneil.bandcamp.com/releases
YouTube: https://youtube.com/JohnnyONeilOfficial
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnnyONeil16

GUNSHINE Release Second Single + Video ‘Valentine’ from Upcoming Album

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Florida rock band Gunshine released their second single, “Valentine,” offering fans a taste of their forthcoming full-length album, Grand Rising, due out digitally on July 24 through vnclm_ /  Create Music Group.

The album is now available on limited edition vinyl and CD here: https://gunshine.diggers.store/

The band unveiled the official music video February 14, Valentine’s Day.

STREAM “Valentine” HERE

While the digital release of Grand Rising arrives later this summer, fans won’t have to wait long to get their hands on the record. Physical copies of the album, including CD and double vinyl editions, alongside exclusive Gunshine merchandise, are available for purchase online at https://gunshine.diggers.store/ The CD and double vinyl will also be sold through the band at upcoming live shows.

“It’s the oldest song in my collection and I’m glad it made the cut.  The lyrics were written when I was 15 years old,” says Jordan Benson. “Austin and I sat down, came up with an arrangement and there it was.  The song was written about the kind of relationship I wanted to have, perfectly in love.  Regardless of life problems, the love between a couple should always be the easiest.”

“Jordan, along with being a great singer, is a great piano player as well.  We wanted to showcase that a bit more on this record.  When he and I were going through song ideas for the record, he mentioned he had an old idea and played me a rough version of the song with piano and one vocal track.  I thought it was really interesting, and had a cool chord progression.  I then took it home and put my spin on some melodies, and had fun with the production. I had a vision to pull it into a dramatic, epic 80’s kind of vibe adding a Phil Collins inspired drum loop, Boston inspired lead guitar with the use of the Rockman, and many extra vocal layers,” adds Austin Ingerman.

“We tracked the whole record, (except “Goth Girl” and “Single Looks Good On You”), in Las Vegas with producer/mixer Chris Collier (Korn, Mick Mars, Whitesnake, Lynchmob).  I’ve been working with Chris for about 9 years now.  He’s incredibly talented, has a great ear, and adds a heavy hitting production value that makes the songs sonically translate very well.”  

“‘Valentine’ was one of the last songs we tracked for the record.  When Chris heard the song he really liked it, and further dug into the production.  He added a really cool string arrangement, and just made everything sound massive.  He also tracked the bass and drums on this song, and mixed and mastered it as well.”  

“Valentine” is just another example of the depth and diversity of Gunshine. 

Hailing from Pensacola, Florida,Gunshinehave built a reputation on catchy vocal melodies, clever lyrics, blistering guitar riffs and solos, and a lethal rhythm section. Their sound blends edgy, raw Rock ’n’ Roll attitude with a melodic, Pop-forward sensibility, creating music that hits hard while remaining instantly memorable. Combined with theirhigh-energy, commanding live performances, Gunshine continue to enthrall listeners and prove themselves a force to be reckoned with.

With Grand Rising,Gunshine raise the bar yet again in an exciting evolution of the band. The album takes listeners on a dynamic journey filled with genre-bending twists and turns, shifting moods, and unexpected vibes—all while staying true to the core elements that set Gunshine apart. Featuring 13 tracks, each single-worthy in its own right, Grand Rising is poised to become a modern-day rock classic.

Tracklisting:

Grand Rising
Finite
Goth Girl
Single Looks Good On You
My Oh Miley
Mystery
Man Down
Leave the Light On
I Know You Love Me
Capt’n Save a Hoe
Shark Lounge (feat. Michael Starr)
Valentine
Table Dancing

Check out upcoming tour dates HERE

Gunshine are:
Austin Ingerman: (Guitar, Vocals)
Jordan Benson: (Lead Vocals, Piano)
Jake Tripp: (Bass, Vocals)
Tommy Salzburg: (Drums, Vocals)

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SHADOWSPAWN Present Second Song ‘Cadaver Dogs’ from Upcoming Album

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Shadowspawn hails from the greater Copenhagen area in Denmark and has existed since 2013. They released several critically acclaimed records (“Ashes of Sorrow” (EP, 2015), “Hope Lies Dormant” (2017), “The Biology of Disbelief” (2021), “Blasphemica” (2023))  and established themselves as a powerful force on the Danish metal scene. They are known for their uncompromising blend of groove, black, and old-school death metal, Shadowspawn masterfully balances brutality, heaviness, and technicality!

After 3 years, now Danish band is preparing for releasing 4th studio album!

With “Cadaver Dogs“, Shadowspawn unleash a landmark album that both expands the band’s musical horizons and cements their ability to craft a cohesive sound where groove and darkness go hand in hand with crushing intensity.

Bue Jensen comments: “We’re back with a truly killer, thoroughly crafted record, and we’re proud and excited to present it to our fans! We’ve created a narrative about
the insane world we see around us, where power-hungry dictators and religion set an agenda built on fear, murder, and oppression. In other words, human carrion feeders who exploit everything they possibly can!“.

TRACKLIST:

01. Spiral of Torment
02. The Apostate
03. Devil’s Breath Retribution
04. Dark Waters
05. Eir to the Profane
06. Cadaver Dogs
07. Requiem of the Dispossessed
08. He Who Slept in Fire
09. Hollow Gods
10. Demonized and Blasphemous

The material for the new album was recorded at Corpsekennel Spawncamp. All was mixed & mastered by Kelvin Dam. Cover artwork was designed by Swedish artist Henry Pyykkö, and the layout was created by Jess Larsen. Album will be released on February 20, 2026 in digital format and CD by Polish label Via Nocturna (pre-order).

In April this year, Shadowspawn will go on tour across Denmark together with Defacing God (symphonic black/gothic) and Maceration (death). More info at Metalized Tour Fanpage.

Band already released video to the second single from upcoming album. Check out title track “Cadaver Dogs“.

More info: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Bandcamp