VENDETTA LOVE Uncork New Single And Lyric Video ‘Wine’

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Rising Irish hard rockers Vendetta Love have today released their brand-new single “Wine”, across all major streaming platforms.

A sultry, swaggering slab of sleaze-drenched riff-rock, “Wine” arrives just in time for summer and serves as the latest instalment of the band’s string of blistering releases – and a taste of what’s still to come.

“Wine” was recorded, mixed, and mastered by Michael Richards at Dublin’s renowned Trackmix Studios, capturing the band’s signature blend of 90s grunge grit, Sunset Strip attitude, and arena-sized hooks. The track came together during the same productive weekend that birthed fan-favourite “Traced Out”, beginning with a hypnotic riff by guitarist Neil McEvoy, which quickly became the bedrock for the track’s brooding, blues-soaked atmosphere.

Frontman Shawn Mullen admits the song’s lyrical inspiration took a little longer to ferment: “I was totally stumped on what to say for ages… just stressing out over the simplest of melodies and lines. Then one evening I played the rough demo to my fiancée and she just goes, ‘Wine… the riff sounds like wine. Do that.’ Two hours later the lyrics were done! So yeah, the song’s about wine… and nothing more… I swear.”

With lyrics by Mullen and music written collaboratively by bassist McEvoy, Mullen, guitarist Chris Craig, and drummer Darren Flynn, “Wine” is a potent reminder of Vendetta Love’s knack for writing raw, honest, and addictively gritty rock songs.

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To celebrate the single’s release, the band will be performing a headline show at Dublin’s legendary Whelan’s on Friday, July 5th. Earlier that day, Vendetta Love will also be playing a special in-store set at HMV on Henry Street, giving fans an up-close taste of “Wine” and more.

With previous singles clocking up praise from the likes of Hot Press, Overdrive.ie, and Kerrang! Radio, Vendetta Love are fast becoming one of Ireland’s most exciting new rock exports.

Tickets for WHELAN’s, JULY 5TH show: https://www.whelanslive.com/event/vendetta-love/ 

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THE PERPS to Release New Single ‘Rocket In My Head’ on June 27th

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Manchester’s alt-rock outfit The Perps return with their most emotionally charged release to date, ‘Rocket in My Head‘, landing June 27 via Golden Robot Records and available to pre-save now, HERE.

A departure from their more raucous tones, ‘Rocket in My Head‘ is a moody, melancholic anthem, wrapped in shimmering guitar lines and aching vocal melodies. At its core, the track is a poetic and mournful exploration of unbreakable, dysfunctional love and the grief of losing it.
“This song is almost a reflective sonnet,” the band says. “It is undoubtedly our proudest work to date.”

Marking a pivotal moment in The Perps’ evolution, ‘Rocket in My Head’ combines heartfelt storytelling with a cinematic, slow-burn arrangement, cementing the band as one of the most compelling voices in modern indie rock.

The Perps are: Seb Smith, Tom Burns, Arik Ross, Alex Visinoni.

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LOST ASYLUM to Release New Single ‘Dark Passenger’ on July 18th

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UK Hard Rock Band Lost Asylum have announcend the release of their new single and music video for the song ‘Dark Passenger‘, to be out on July 18th, 2025. The song is taken from their forthcoming EP ‘Shock Treatment‘, which will be released on November 21th, 2025.

Lost Asylum bring high energy performance’s with soaring vocals, Hard hitting powerful guitars, Solid pounding rhythm’s and hypnotic song writing.

A promo video teaser can be viewed here:

Lost Asylum is:

Steve Clark – Guitars
Grog – Bass
Danny Wilder  – Drums
Ryan O’Donovan – Vocals
Darren Potts – Guitars

In early 2015 guitarist Darren Potts was looking to put together a heavy rock band. After bringing in drummer Danny Wilder from a previous project, Darren was actually looking for a vocalist when he was introduced to Steve Clark, a fellow guitarist. After hitting it off with Steve, the band members decided to make this new project a two guitar setup.

Darren’s original idea had been to reform a previous project but with a couple of new members and fresh ideas it was decided that this would be something entirely new. Band names were thrown around until Steve had an idea and so Sussex based rock band Lost Asylum was born! After gigging with a variety of vocalists the search for a regular frontman that could truly fit with the Asylum’s image, continued until Steve met and recruited frontman/screamer Ryan O’Donovan at an open mic in Brighton in early 2019.

Ryan O’Donovan had been affiliated with Brighton’s learning disabled community due to his being on the autistic spectrum, playing in various acts under the umbrella of the charity ‘carousel’ Late 2024 Daz brought in bass player ‘Grog’ who had been in a band with Danny Wilder previously’Texas Flood’and later ‘Flood’.

With the line up now complete, a heavy hitting rhythm section, powerful guitars, Ryan’s soaring vocals and showmanship, Lost Asylum are ready to hit the stage. Hard!

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STRIPPING THE PISTOL Release New Single + Lyric Video ‘Sunshine in the Rain’

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Chicago’s own Stripping the Pistol have unveiled their new single, “Sunshine in the Rain,” out now via TLG|ZOID and distributed by Virgin Music Group. The emotionally resonant track is accompanied by a lyric video and marks the band’s fifth single, continuing their tradition of rule-breaking, straight-in-your-face rock ‘n’ roll.

In a remarkable endorsement, the late Roy Thomas Baker—iconic producer behind Queen, The Cars, and Journey—was an outspoken fan of the song. He compared it to “music the greats made in the 1970s,” noting that while it’s not retro in sound, “it’s audacious enough to try and reach those heights.”

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The band shares:

“In a bleak world people often don’t see the sunshine through the rain.   For many music can provide the sunshine.  We believe this song can do that for some of those listeners.   While it has a feel of a ballad, we weave in some heavy elements.  The ying and yang works. The dual vocals represent the two extremes of life.  We believe this is a special song the like of which isn’t heard today.   The late great Roy Thomas Baker who produced all the amazing Queen records was a huge fan of the song.  He claimed it sounded like music the greats made in the 1970s.  Not that it is a 1970s inspired track, but that it is audacious enough to try and reach those heights.”

This band is about straight-in-your-face rock n’ roll. Stripping the Pistol formed with the intention of breaking the rules. The Chicago band blends aggression with melody. The seamless interplay of the dueling vocalists is balanced by the precision, power, and energy of the music.

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RIKETS Release Third Single + Video ‘Feed’ from Forthcoming Album

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Hard rock band RIKETS returns with a gripping new single and video “FEED,” the third release from their highly anticipated album Tales from the Construct AlphaA v.1, due later this year  via Godsize Records/Symphonic Music.

Produced by the acclaimed team known as The Syndicate—Ben Schigel and Scott Rose—“FEED” is a relentless commentary on society’s digital manipulation.

The band states, “‘FEED’ taps into the construct of the system feeding the mass populace lies and propaganda thru social media and news feeds, all while the public unknowingly has AI models built of every citizen inside the Matrix. The song hides a love story within the verses, then slams the listener with a pounding anthemic chorus in true RIKETS fashion.”

With a pounding anthemic chorus—
“And now they’re feeding you lies / It’s how they run your life / So with multiple screens / You will FEED our machines”—the single delivers the kind of aggressive, thought-provoking earworm RIKETS is known for.

“FEED” was shot in stunning 8K, directed by Ben Schigel and edited by Scott Rose, incorporating unsettling flicker fusion visuals that enhance the band’s shadowy and enigmatic aesthetic. The result is a visually arresting video that lingers in the mind.

The music was produced and mixed by Ben Schigel (Chimaira, Switched, MGK, Walls of Jericho) and written by Schigel, Scott Rose, and BG Simpson (Anchored, Filter), bringing together a powerhouse of talent across the alternative and metal scenes.

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RIKETS, originally formed in the early 2000s, rebooted in 2019 after a decade-long hiatus. Now sporting a reinvigorated lineup, the band is led by mastermind Scott Rose (vocals/guitar), with Nic Bell (bass – Left4Dead), BG Simpson (guitar – Anchored, Filter), Trent Mercer (guitar – Left4Dead), and Ben Schigel (drums – Switched) bringing sonic intensity and polished aggression to the modern era.

Following the success of previous singles including “Infected and Controlled,” RIKETS continues to build momentum with “FEED,” further teasing the dark, conceptual world behind Tales from the Construct AlphaA v.1.

“FEED” was released on June 20th via Godsize Records/Symphonic Music on all major streaming platforms, accompanied by the official music video on YouTube.

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ATOMIK TRAIN Ignite Hard Rock Scene with First Single And Video ‘Supersonik Speedway’ from Upcoming Album

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Get ready to crank the volume — Atomik Train, the hard rock band that’s been shaking Canadian underground venues and festival stages alike, is full steam ahead and poised to redefine the modern rock landscape. With thunderous riffs, relentless rhythms, and anthemic hooks, Atomik Train is not just a band — they’re a sonic force of nature.

Formed by lead singer François Babin and lead guitarist Junior Bourcier, forged in the heart of Montreal, Atomik Train blends the raw power of classic hard rock with a modern edge, drawing comparisons to legends like Guns N’ Roses, Foo Fighters, and Avenged Sevenfold, while carving out a sound that’s entirely their own.

Atomik Train’s self-titled debut album is a full-throttle ride through rebellion, resilience, and raw emotion. Produced by John Webster (Aerosmith, Alice Cooper, Motley Crue) and recorded at Montreal’s Planet Studios, the album features 11 explosive tracks, including the lead single “Back on Earth,” promising to climb streaming charts and rock playlists worldwide via Crown X Recordings.

“We wanted to create something that hit like a hammer but stayed in your head like a melody you can’t forget,” says Junior Bourcier, lead guitarist and songwriter of Atomik Train. The lead singer François Babin added: “’Back on Earth’ is a song of hope and resilience for everyone that’s struggling at any level and wants to get back up again. We are on a mission to spread love and hope, and one hell of a party through rock and roll!!!!”

Their first single Supersonik Speedway is out now.

“This song is about taking the right path to where you want to go and what you want to achieve. When you start doing this, a new world opens up to you. New opportunities will come up and everything will accelerate because you are now on the Supersonik Speedway,” says François.

“Back on Earth” will be the second single from the new release to come out soon. 

Junior added: “Imagine yourself as an astronaut fighting to stay alive, alone in your spaceship in outer space, trying to get back home after a long journey in the unknown. It’s a story about courage and resilience.  Even in the worst situations, you must never surrender.”

CD and vinyl will be in stores in September (follow us on Facebook for updates) and are available now for presale at https://tinyurl.com/2mk333kx

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TRACK LISTING

1- Supersonik Speedway (3 min 41)
2- Destination (3 min 10)
3- Back on Earth (4 min 28)
4- Lunatic Fringe (4 min 27)
5- Long Way Down (4 min 53)
6- Playground (3 min 36)
7- Never Again (4 min 57)
8- Animal Fire (4 min 19)
9- I’m a Winner I’m a Loser (3 min 31)
10- Reborn (5 min 12)
11- Deal With It (2 min 14)

Live and Loud: Upcoming Tour

With a reputation for high-octane live shows, Atomik Train is set to launch their “Back on Earth” Tour starting this summer, announcing tour dates very soon. Fans can expect a no-holds-barred experience — massive sound, stage energy that could power a city, and the kind of crowd connection that turns concerts into cult moments.

Upcoming shows : Bandsintown – https://tinyurl.com/yjrbe477 – Tickets and full tour info at www.atomiktrain.com

Meet the Band:

  • François Babin – Lead Vocals / Rythm guitar
  • Junior Bourcier – Lead Guitar / Back Vocals
  • Alex Guilbault – Drums / Back Vocals
  • Nolan Babin – Bass / Back Vocals

With each member bringing their own explosive chemistry and grit to the table, Atomik Train is not just a band — they’re a brotherhood of fire and fury on a mission to bring hard rock back to the front lines.

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