Glorious news from Swedish symphonic power metallers TWILIGHT FORCE. The band proudly presents a re-recorded version and a new orchestral version of their speedy power metal classic ‘Battle Of Arcane Might‘ from 2016’s Heroes Of Mighty Magic album. A few weeks ago, the band already released a new music video for this re-recorded song. Now both new song versions can also be found on all streaming platforms.
Along with their music, TWILIGHT FORCE also introduce their majestic new line-up. The seven adventurers embark on a new chapter in their glorious journey with resharpened blades, neatly polished staffs and new magic crystals and secret treasures in sight.
On the new track, TWILIGHT FORCE comments: “Brave adventurers and valiant knights! We are delighted to finally share the re-recorded, re-orchestrated, and remixed rendition of ‘Battle of Arcane Might’ on all streaming platforms. You can now experience both the full mix, as well as a majestic orchestral version of this Twilight Force classic. Make haste, listen now, and May the Power of the Dragon Guide you all”
About: TWILIGHT FORCE is a Swedish symphonic power metal band known for their highly fantastical lyrics and LARP-style outfits which the band performs onstage in. The band’s main lyrical themes are based on the lore of a fictional world known as The Twilight Kingdoms, created by keyboardist Blackwald. The band has released four albums to date. Their latest, Dawn of the Dragonstar was released in 2019. Their newest opus, At the Heart of Wintervale is out now via Nuclear Blast Records.
TWILIGHT FORCE is: Allyon | lead and backing vocals Krysthara | choirs & vocals Galyn | guitars Bramley Underhall | guitars Xandor | bass Blackwald | keyboards and narration De’Azsh | drums
Bringing together a wealth of experience from diverse musical backgrounds, Bonebag Records is thrilled to release the debut album from rising Stockholm-based trio MÖUTH; a band fast establishing themselves as ones to watch for 2025.
Made up of long-time friends – Erik Nordström, Martin Sandström and Fredrik Aspelin – the band formed a union in the fall of 2023, bonding over a shared passion for proto-metal, psych, and doom. Crafting a potent blend of raw, energetic rock, Möuth’s forthcoming debut album, Global Warning, has been officially announced for release on 14th February 2025 and promises to deliver a sonic onslaught, covering themes that range from personal liberation to societal critique.
“We are we very proud to welcome Möuth into the Bonebag Records family!” says label owner, Max Malmer. “I was lucky enough to catch Möuth at Duna Jam this year and was completely blown away so I knew there and then that we would have to sign them.”
‘Dirt’, the second single from the album showcases a faster, more garage rock-oriented side to the band while staying true to their heavy roots. Delving into the theme of a toxic relationships it’s a no-nonsense, hard-edged shiv of a single whose central riff will cut through your heart without apology.
Global Warning, the debut album from Möuth will be released 14th February 2025.
Following her successful 2024 UK tour, internationally acclaimed guitarist, and singer songwriter Erja Lyytinen will embark on an 11-date UK tour from April 2–12, 2025. Tickets are available from https://erjalyytinen.com/tour.
Erja will perform songs from her new live CD+DVD album 20 Years of Blues Rock!, plus her back catalogue, and new songs from her forthcoming studio album released March 28, 2025.
“Last time we toured the UK was Spring 2024,” says Erja. “It was so cool to meet my friends and fans at several club and festival gigs during those two weeks. Stopping along the way to take in the breathtaking scenery in Scotland, going to tea houses and enjoying a pint or two was lovely.”
“The most exciting part was probably when I finally got to drive in the UK in the left sided traffic! That had been something I wanted to do on all my UK tours. I drove six hours from York to Southampton! That box is now “checked” on my to-do-list.
In April 2025 we will play eleven dates in the UK with no off days! Our touring schedule is crazy, and the band never run out of energy. I´m especially excited about the fact that we will be renewing our set list with songs from our new album! It´s going to be so cool planning the setlist. We will perform old gems and new tunes for a rocking 100 minutes on stage. Expect a lot of slide guitar playing. I´m also planning to take a few more new guitars with me on tour. So, it will be a thrilling tour in many ways!
We are also releasing the live recording 20 Years of Blues Rock! taken from my anniversary show that was held at the legendary Tavastia Club in Helsinki during the Fall of 2023. Several of my bands and collaborators from the past 20 years were featured that night, so it’s a nice celebration of my career as a recording artist. The album will be released as a double CD/DVD package for the Christmas holidays.
Watch Erja Lyytinen perform”24 Angels,” Live at Tavastia on October 18, 2023:
Erja reflects on the story behind the live album 20 Years of Blues Rock! that was recorded at the legendary Tavastia Club in her native Helsinki. Says Erja, “Though I was just twenty-something, I had been active in the music scene since my early years. I had played in my parents’ band at dance halls since I was fifteen, I had been on TV shows and played all kinds of gigs from weddings to rock clubs. I couldn’t imagine what the future would bring, but I wanted to play lead electric guitar and sing and write my own songs. Twenty years after that festival performance I was standing on stage at the legendary Tavastia Club in downtown Helsinki in front of a sold-out audience performing with a bunch of different musicians I had been playing with since 2003.”
I thought it was about to time to make a tribute to my band mates and celebrate those twenty years of playing blues-rock around the world and making albums. Between my first solo album Wildflower (2003) and the latest studio album Waiting for the Daylight (2022) I’ve released several live and studio albums, recorded in the USA, England, and Finland. I’ve played in various countries all over Europe, the US, Canada, India, and I´ve had the pleasure of playing with the world’s greatest guitarists like Sonny Landreth, Santana, and Jennifer Batten. We have so many shared stories and experiences.
So, the time came to celebrate these years of growth and hard work with my fellow bandmates on this night at Tavastia. It was wonderful to rejoice with everyone and share this experience with the packed audience that had come to witness the spectacle once again. The event was three hours long and we kept changing the rhythm section along the albums we had made together over the years. I also had the opportunity to bring in two lovely featuring artists I had had the honour of sharing the stage with, Heikki Silvennoinen and Maria Hänninen, and they both brought their special energy to the event. It was also so sweet to have my twin boys Massimo and Dante announcing the show! It wasn’t their first time on this stage though, as they were there in 2013, but that time they were still in my womb!”
Classic Heavy Metallers HELL IN THE SKIES have unleashed a new single and lyric video ‘Sad & Done’, taken from their highly acclaimed EP “II”, which was released on May 15th , 2024 via Metalloscope Music.
The band says about “Sad & Done“: “The lyrics might take listeners through the raw, sometimes overwhelming emotions that come with grief, and also touch on how loss can stir up hidden, unprocessed traumas. The anger could stem from frustration at the situation, resentment toward fate, or even directed inward as guilt or self-blame. This type of song reflects the challenging, often cyclical journey through these feelings, with an underlying message of how complicated and sometimes isolating sorrow can be.”
🎬 ⚙️ Video by NoLa
TRACKS: 📺 01. Fields Of Betrayal (04:36) 02. Riotous Uproar (05:02) 📺 03. Vicious Scorn (06:29) 🆕 📺 04. Sad & Done (04:06) 05. Mental Asylum (04:02) 06. Prince Of Wallachia (05:29)
As grim narrators of the dark, HELL IN THE SKIES present their artistic self-image. Yes, these evocative creators of their very own SWAMP METAL audibly feel called to higher things.
And with the unmistakable and hypnotically organic sound of their truly unique compositions, these instinctive masters guarantee a truly powerful (live) experience.
The EP “II” presents six magnificently powerful and richly contrasting compositions, which are also consistently convincing vocally – after all, every second is bursting with sincere and honest authenticity. [ learn more here ]
The Mission perform their greatest hits ‘From The Oyster Comes The Pearl’ show at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, Saturday 23rd November. With a name inspired by the iconic track from their 2013 album ‘The Brightest Light’, The Mission will be joined by The Chameleons, Claytown Troupe and special guests IST IST.
CLAYTOWN TROUPE is a critically acclaimed British alternative rock band formed in 1984, gaining prominence in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s and carving a niche with atmospheric sounds and powerful live performances. These include supporting The Cult on their ‘Sonic Temple’ tour, Pearl Jam on their ‘Ten’ tour, the Fields Of The Nephilim, The Wonder Stuff, The Damned as well as many sold out tours and headlines across Europe, including the Marquee Club and Astoria
The band were signed to Island records in 1988, releasing the album ‘Through The Veil’ and several top 100 singles, then following the sale of Island to EMI, released ‘Out There’ on their new label, along with 2 top 75 singles.
The band achieved a 5K review from Kerrang magazine on their ‘Through The Veil’ album release and many rave reviews for the power and depth of their music and performance.
Singer Christian Riou has now forged a new Claytown Troupe with the offer of supporting The Mission on a unique Festival slot in Dubai and this will open up the opportunity of further performances in 2025.
Singles “Prayer” (1989) No. 78 “Hey Lord” (1989) No. 86 “Real Life” (1990) No. 85 “Ways of Love” (1990) “Wanted It All” (1992) ‘Skybound’ (1992) Unreleased Albums Through the Veil (1989) (Island) Out There (1991) (EMI)
Members: Christian Riou Damon Williams Bass Mark Stratton Guitar David Weiss Keys Kurt Philips Drums
Past Members: Richard Williams Adrian Bennett Andy Holt Paul Waterson Ben Christo
JOKE ADDICTION have released their new single “Ghost”, now available on all digital platforms through Volcano Records & Promotion.
With a powerful sound that blends heavy groove and hard rock, “Ghost” provides a critical look at the figure of the “inciter”, someone who takes pleasure in creating tensions and conflicts, yet always remains detached, like a ghost, watching the negative effects of their actions from afar. Inspired by bands such as Alice in Chains, Velvet Revolver, and Black Sabbath, Joke Addiction have channeled their personal and artistic experiences into this 3-minute and 51-second track, which expresses their unique musical vision. This single marks an important chapter in the creative journey of the band.
Founded in Siracusa, Sicily, in 2013 by Andrea Campisi (vocals and guitar) and Melo Di Natale (drums), the band consolidated its lineup in 2022 with the addition of Angelo Rizza on bass. With a reputation built through live performances and appearances at prestigious events and a European tour just scheduled for the upcoming months, Joke Addiction continues to expand its distinctive sound to a growing audience.
Listen to “Ghost” on Spotify and watch the lyric video on the band’s YouTube channel:
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s ASA unveil the long-overdue release of "Collective Failure" + first music video for title-track! Check it out and stay tuned for more news! Click image to watch the video
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
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