Melbourne-based rock band The Vendettas are back with a bang, and have released their powerful new single, ‘This Time Around‘, out now via Golden Robot Records. The track is poised to deliver the band’s signature blend of infectious melodies, gritty guitar riffs, and anthemic hooks.
‘This Time Around‘ brings together the best elements of rock and power-pop, creating a high-energy sound that’s both raw and polished. With punchy guitar-driven verses and a bassline dripping with a 70’s soul groove, the song captures an undeniable sense of movement and empowerment. The lyrics tell a compelling story of standing up and taking control, making it a defiant anthem for anyone who’s had enough and is ready to push back.
The chorus hits with a surge of intensity, as massive vocal harmonies amplify the song’s message of strength and self-assertion. As the track drives towards its epic crescendo, The Vendettas deliver an unrelenting force, finishing with a powerful outro that leaves a lasting impact.
Whether you’re looking for a new favorite singalong or just need the perfect soundtrack for a moment of rebellion, ‘This Time Around‘ promises to deliver.
Irish Progressive Metal crew Snowblind have released their highly anticipated EP, ‘Shapes in the Trees’, out now.
Known for their ability to effortlessly blend the raw energy old-school Rock and Metal, with the complex, dynamic progressive structures, Snowblind have cemented their reputation as one of the most expressive and sonically bold acts within the Irish metal scene. Their music boasts a massive sound that echoes the sheer power of legendary acts like Rush, Thin Lizzy, Budgie, with a contemporary approach to the likes of Mastodon and Baroness, defying the expectations of what a trio can achieve.
Single ‘Primal Spy’is a masterclass in genre fusion, weaving intricate rhythms and soaring melodies with crushing riffs and unrelenting intensity. From start to finish, the track demonstrates Snowblind’s unparalleled musicianship and commitment to pushing boundaries, all the while maintaining the unmistakable edge of classic Metal. The single teases the exciting evolution of the band’s sound, promising an EP that is as daring, as it is captivating.
‘Shapes In The Trees’ is an explosive fusion of classic old-school Metal with lashings of progressive influence, marking a bold return for the powerhouse trio.
Buckle up and hit the open road—Our Noise is back with their latest single, “F.L.A.”, and it’s a wild ride from coast to coast. In this track, the band captures the restless spirit of adventure, swapping out the smog of Los Angeles for the sun-soaked coastlines of Florida. With funky guitars and an irresistible chorus, “F.L.A.” invites listeners to escape the grind and feel the wind in their hair, with every mile taking them closer to that much-needed break.
“F.L.A.” is available on all digital platforms here.
Emerging from the vibrant streets of Toronto and resonating through the bustling avenues of New York City, this indie-rock power trio presents as a force to be reckoned with. Their unique sound is an electrifying sonic, guitar-based blend of post-hardcore/punk, and heavy rock/grunge, with undertones of old-school funk bass grooves and 90s college rock.
The band has been compared to an array of artists and genres including Queens of the Stone Age, Quicksand, Nirvana, PJ Harvey, Cage the Elephant, the Clash, Tool, Weezer, and Refused. The undeniable chemistry of its core members is a true triad of collaboration. At the helm is the dynamic Lucy Di Santo, wielding her vocals and bass guitar with unmatched prowess; she’s flanked by the rhythmical brilliance of Dan Cornelius on drums and the melodic artistry of Steve Fall on guitars. ON’s pedigree includes the popular 90’s Sire/Warner recording act ACID TEST and Bad Taste Records’ DANKO JONES.
OUR NOISE (aka ‘ON’) self-titled debut album is now available through Epictronic Records.
Our Noise is preparing for an extensive mid-October tour of the UK (England, Scotland, and Ireland) and select regional Eastern US and Canada in November.
TheCityIsOurs have released their new single ‘Freak Like You’ via Arising Empire.
An electrifying anthem about embracing individuality and defying societal norms – with gritty soundscapes and raw, powerful lyrics, ‘Freak Like You’ resonates with anyone who’s felt out of place, offering a message of unapologetic self-acceptance.
‘Freak Like You’ continues the band’s exploration of personal struggles, and delivers a bold statement of empowerment.
‘Freak Like You’ comes ahead of TheCityIsOurs highly-anticipated album Will You Still Love Me?, set for 31st January 2025.
TheCityIsOurs are a five-piece metal band from London who have quickly garnered attention and growing support for peers, industry and fans alike, with their high-octane live show and the success of their second album. Coma(2021) smashed into the Top 5 iTunes Metal Charts with several singles appearing in editorial playlists with the likes of Amazon Music, Deezer and Spotify (including two covers on New Core and Metal UK) supporting the band.
TheCityIsOurs have become a upcoming staple on UK and EU festival line-ups, with appearances at Camden Rocks, Macmillan Fest, Burn It Down, Holloween, a fly in appearance at High 5 Festival in Sweden, and a headline set in the Doghouse Tent at the revered Download Festival to a 4000+ audience of festival-goers. After a sold-out album release show at The Underworld in London, 2022 saw TheCityIsOurs break out into the European scene, with a full-length tour across the mainland. Most recently, the band toured across the UK supporting Heart Of A Coward.
Catch TheCityIsOurs live on the following dates with Self Deception and Eyes Wide Open:
01.11.24 Germany Stuttgart @ Core Fest 03.11.24 Germany Vechta @ Gulfhaus 04.11.24 The Netherlands Utrecht @ De Helling 05.11.24 Germany Cologne @ Club Volta 06.11.24 France Paris @ Backstage By The Mill 07.11.24 Belgium Antwerp @ Kavka 08.11.24 Germany Berlin @ Privatclub
15.12.24 Czech Republic Prague @ Rock Café 16.12.24 Poland Warsaw @ Voodoo Club 17.12.24 Hungary Budapest @ Durer Kert 18.11.24 Austria Vienna @ Chelsea
05.03.25 UK Manchester @ Academy 3 06.03.25 UK Bristol @ The Exchange 07.03.25 UK London @ The Underworld 08.03.25 UK Birmingham @ Asylum 09.03.25 UK Glasgow @ Garage 2
Track list: 1. Shame 2. In The Dark 3. Hot Mess 4. Sugar 5. Dopamine 6. Freak Like You 7. Work It Out (If You Let Me) 8. Hush! Hush! 9. Psycho 10. I See You 11. Can You Feel It?
TheCityIsOurs are: Oli Duncanson | Vocals Mikey Page | Vocals / Guitar Jamie Deeks | Bass Stuart Mercer | Guitar Louis Giannamore | Drums
Cinematic rockers Earthside have presented a Bangla vocal playthrough video of the song “Tyranny” featuring singer Pritam Adhikary.
The band shares, “Pritam has a charisma about him that is immediately apparent in any of his musical projects or the simple act of communicating with him. Earthside was taken aback by the effortless way the West Bengal native could transition within phrases between overtone heavy sing-screams and impassioned singing. To say Pritam is a ‘heart on his sleeve’ vocalist or person is an understatement. He pours himself 100 percent into anything he works on and it’s impossible to miss that across the massive arrival moments in ‘Tyranny.’ A goal for the band on this album was both to use their platform to share voices they felt needed to be heard while also creating an overarching world stage to the work that would help to tell the global story they sought to convey. Pritam’s fervor to compose his own parts in the pivotal ending movement of the song in his own language gave the track this kind of authentic character on the highest of levels.”
The timing of this release is connected to the festival Durga Puja. Also known as Durgotsava or Shaaradotsava, the annual festival reveres and pays homage to the Hindu goddess Durga, and is also celebrated because of Durga’s victory over Mahishasura. The festival is staged October 9-13.
Earthside just came off the road after staging performances with Soen and Leprous throughout September in to October 5. Just prior to the run of dates, they released a new music video for “We Who Lament” ft. Keturah. The video was created in Unreal Engine by director Tom Flynn, It features Canadian guest vocalist Keturah. The band shares, “From the beginning, we always wanted to be able to show the force of nature that is Keturah in all of her fiery glory on ‘We Who Lament,’ but circumstances at the time of release made it difficult to coordinate including her in a video. With the way the song has taken off for us, and become a staple of our live show, we felt the time was right to make good on this collaboration and finally create a special performance video with Keturah bringing it in full force alongside us. Tom Flynn, who has been a video collaborator with Earthside for a few years now, did an incredible job creating immersive and spellbinding worlds for the video that perfectly suit the
Eight long years removed from their critically show-stopping entrance – A Dream in Static [2015] – the idealistic thinkers and feelers in Earthside found themselves in a different world entirely … or, perhaps, a world more honest and unhinged than they and many others had bargained for. “This album almost destroyed our lives and friendships,” keyboardist and co-orchestrator Frank Sacramone confides. “It’s insanity, but it is beautiful.”
“A Dream In Static was more of an *I* album,” reflects guitarist and orchestrator Jamie van Dyck. “Each of us in our own way was engaging topics of self-actualization and the fear of never quite becoming. Let The Truth Speak, however, turns its focus to the *We*. Within months of releasing ADIS, the global landscape had changed to where issues of far more consequence than our own individual dreams coming true were tugging at us. We became far more consumed with the trajectory of humanity as a whole than our own legacies therein.”
The video for “All We Ever Knew And Ever Loved”, featuring Baard Kolstad [Leprous], won the award for Best Music Video at the United Artist International Film Festival and was selected to be screened at a number of other events which included Horrorcon UK, UAIFF, Dam Short Film Festival, Animiest, Rhode Island International film festival and more.
Earthside are Jamie van Dyck [Guitars, backing vocals, programming, keyboards], Ben Shanbrom [drums, backing vocals], Frank Sacramone [Keyboards, synthesizers, programming, percussion, guitar] and Ryan Griffin [Bass, backing vocals]. The band is working on plans to tour Europe in 2025.
Tracklisting:
01 But What If We’re Wrong (feat. Sandbox Percussion) 02 We Who Lament (feat. Keturah) 03 Tyranny (feat. Pritam Adhikary of Aarlon) 04 Pattern Of Rebirth (feat. AJ Channer of Fire From The Gods) 05 Watching The Earth Sink 06 The Lesser Evil (feat. Larry Braggs & Sam Gendel) 07 Denial’s Aria (feat. Keturah, VikKe & Duo Scorpio) 08 Vespers (feat. Gennady Tkachenko-Papizh & VikKe) 09 Let The Truth Speak (feat. Daniel Tompkins of TesseracT & Gennady Tkachenko-Papizh) 10 All We Ever Knew And Ever Loved (feat. Baard Kolstad of Leprous)
Australian Masters of Artistic Metal TERAMAZE have released a brand new Acoustic version of the track UNTIDE on Youtube, taken from their “Teracoustic Sessions Vol 1“, out now via Wells Music. Order the album here.
Teramaze Unleashes a Soulful Acoustic Gem with “Untide”
Get ready to experience a fresh wave of emotion as Teramaze drops their brand new acoustic single(Video), “Untide.” This captivating track invites rock fans to embark on a journey that transcends the traditional boundaries of the genre, showcasing the band’s remarkable ability to blend powerful lyricism with stunning musicality.
“Untide” is a testament to Teramaze’s evolution, offering a raw and intimate sound that resonates deeply with listeners. The intricate guitar work and heartfelt vocals draw you in, creating an atmosphere that is both haunting and uplifting. The song speaks to the struggles of letting go and finding solace in the ebb and flow of life, making it a relatable anthem for anyone facing challenges.
Vocalist and Guitarist, Dean Wells, shares, “With ‘Untide,’ we wanted to strip everything back and connect with our fans on a more personal level. This track is about embracing vulnerability and finding strength in our shared experiences.”
As the band continues to push the boundaries of rock, “Untide” stands out as a beautifully crafted piece that will appeal not only to long-time fans but also to new listeners seeking authenticity in their music.
Don’t miss the chance to dive into this emotional soundscape—”Untide” is available on all major streaming platforms now. Join Teramaze on this journey and let the waves of “Untide” wash over you.
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