MAMMON’S THRONE Release Second Video Single ‘Departed’ from Upcoming Album

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Australian death doom outfit Mammon’s Throne recently announced the release of their third full length My Body to the Worms on 13th March, 2026 via Hammerheart Records. Today, the band unveil the second new track and video for ‘Departed’, an homage to the 90s gothic western showcasing the band’s love and inspiration for acts such as (early) Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Wayfarer and Fields of Nephilim.

Pre-order My Body to the Worms here: https://mammonsthrone.lnk.to/mybodytotheworms

Mammon’s Throne comment on the track and video: “Halfway through writing the album, Amesh brought 3 bar chords into the studio and the beginning of ‘Departed’ was born. 

“Without any planning, the song progressed into a doomy, gothic, western ballad. An atmosphere the band had always wanted to explore, given our love of Fields of the Nephilim, Nick Cave, Wayfarer and the Watain song “They Rode on”. It began to build intensity which culminates in a black metal crescendo, which is a great representation of what Mammon’s Throne is all about – genre splicing.

“The lyrics focus on selfishness and self-pity through the eyes of a character who cuts people out of their life while convincing themselves it’s the right thing to do. Matthew has always wanted to translate his love of early Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds into a Mammon’s Throne song and that along with other dark country influences heavily influenced ‘Departed”s opening vocal section.

“We wanted dramatic – and Amesh‘s guitar solo completely smashes the assignment and sets up the chaotic ending to this song. 

“The music video for this one essentially wrote itself. We wanted to capture the gothic western vibe and have it mirror the intensity of the song. Johnny took up the director role and took heavy inspiration from 90s music videos when piecing this together.“

Track-list:
1. Senseless Death
2. Clandestine Unholy Rites 
3. Elixir
4. Every Day More Sickened 
5. At the Threshold of Eternity 
6. An Angel’s Grace
7. Departed

After relentless gigging and the success of their 2020 debut album Forward Unto Flame, Mammon’s Throne have established themselves as a force to be reckoned within the Australian live music scene. They followed this up with an epic offering of extreme doom on their self-titled release in 2023. This album saw the band fully embrace the death-doom and black metal aspects of their sound and was met with great admiration by listeners and reviewers.

On the back of the strength of their live performances and respect within the local music community, the band have supported multiple international touring acts such as My Dying Bride, Pallbearer, Conan, Triumph of Death and Rotting Christ to name a few and have done a run of shows in Japan in 2024.

Mammon’s Throne have signed with Hammerheart Records to release their third album My Body to the Worms, which is due on the 13th of March 2026 and represents their most ambitious work to date. The band effortlessly weaves elements of death metal, black metal, doom metal and more to create an engrossing and narrative atmosphere with poignant and memorable lyrics, intricate guitar work and diverse vocal styles that are sure to keep listeners coming back time and time again.

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STARLITE & CAMPBELL Introduce VIBRATIONISTS: A New Collaborative Project & Single ‘It Ain’t Right’

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STARLITE & CAMPBELL issued:

We are incredibly excited to share the first single from our new project, VIBRATIONISTS.

While we’ve always pushed boundaries as Starlite & Campbell, VIBRATIONISTS is born from a different spark. When we meet inspirational musicians, we don’t just want them to play on a track; we want to see where a third influence will take us. It’s about stepping onto a path without knowing the destination—and that experience is priceless.

The debut single, a live reimagining of It Ain’t Right, is a true fusion of energies. Produced by Simon Campbell, the track features a deep collaboration between Simon, Suzy Starlite and Northern Irish bodhrán master Dave Boyd.

The Groove of the Unknown

The philosophy is simple: what happens if you take a song and infuse it with a totally different musical DNA? If you recorded with James Gadson on drums or Thom Yorke on loops, the groove would shift in ways you couldn’t predict. That’s the Vibrationist spirit. By bringing Dave’s unique percussive language into the mix, we’ve created a sound and a feel that is fresh, unexpected, and entirely different from the original version released on our second studio album, The Language of Curiosity.

Recorded Raw

To capture that immediate, unrepeatable spark of inspiration, we recorded the track and video LIVE at the Supertone SonicLab. There are no overdubs—just the sound of three musicians inspiring each other in real-time.

VIBRATIONISTS is a wide-open door. We don’t know what will happen next, and that’s exactly why we’re doing it.

The Video

Recorded live at the Supertone SonicLab, the official video edited by Starlite intercuts live footage with vibrant imagery, building on the visuals of the song’s inherent tension to expand the visual and sonic experience. 

It Ain’t Right – LIVE! is available on all streaming platforms from 6th February, 2026.

We are proud to release independently produced music where we maintain our artistic freedom.

LINKWELLS Release New Single ‘Pushing Me Away’ with Video

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Linkwells have released their new single, the delightfully melodic indie rocker ‘Pushing Me Away‘, out on Flip Flop Records. 

The band comment on the track: “Pushing Me Away is a deeply emotional track that explores the struggle of connecting with someone who’s emotionally distant, while also reflecting on the broader theme of fitting into society. The song touches on the challenges of opening up in a world where vulnerability can feel risky and how emotional barriers often keep us from forming deeper connections. With a hopeful message of  patience, understanding and growth, it emphasises the transformative power of vulnerability in building trust and healing relationships.” 

Order here: https://artists.landr.com/057914686059

Linkwells – Four seasoned musicians, one unified sound.
Hailing from the scenic town of Malvern, Linkwells are a four-piece indie-rock band who are gaining attention for their distinctive sound. Blending experience and a shared love for melody, their sound is a seamless mix of influences, combining the anthemic energy of Britpop with a modern indie edge, earning them comparisons to iconic bands like The Stone Roses and Oasis.

Recently signed by Nick Brine’s Flip Flop Records, Linkwells are gaining significant momentum and are looking to increase their recorded output through the next few months.

With five singles and an EP released so far, Linkwells have already captured the attention of listeners worldwide, gracing the airwaves of Britain, Europe, Australia, Indonesia, Canada, and the US, reflecting their broad appeal and genuine sound. Known for their rocking live performances, they’re making a name for themselves with energetic shows that showcase their powerful sound. With exciting plans for the future, they’re just getting started – so keep your ears tuned for what’s next.

BBC Introducing “An incredible band”
The New Music Show “Another great track!” (Pushing Me Away)
CatorWeb Radio “Linkwells masterfully create songs that capture the essence of the human condition. Their lyrics strike a chord with listeners, imbued with genuine emotion, while their melodies are memorable and haunting.“
CVFM Radio “The next band to add to your playlists. Linkwells are from Malvern and are CLASS!”

Keith Forde – Vocals, Guitars
Mike Bannister – Guitar
Andy D – Bass, Vocals
James Elliot-Williams – Drums

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https://linkwells.bandcamp.com/track/bring-on-the-summer

THE VELVET TUXEDO’s New Single ‘Buzz The Scuzz’ Out Now

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Hull’s 60s-infused garage-psych outfit The Velvet Tuxedo return with their blistering new single ‘Buzz The Scuzz’, recorded at Magic Garden Studios with acclaimed producer Gavin Monaghan (Editors, The Sherlocks, Ocean Colour Scene, The Twang).

Order here: https://kycker.ffm.to/buzzthescuzz

‘Buzz the Scuzz’ is a furious garage-psych rallying cry about dropping out of the system and rejecting the “9-to-5 brainwash machine. The track opens with an eastern tambura drone and a swirling reversed-guitar line that builds a tense psychedelic mood before the full riff kicks in, tearing through the speakers with pounding drums, snarling vocals, and a valve driven riff made to ignite a riot. ‘Buzz The Scuzz’ is a made-up phrase symbolising the band’s ethos: fuck the plan, ditch the script, dig the fuzz, and follow your own road.

‘Buzz The Scuzz’ channels the wild electricity of The Who, the proto-punk bite of MC5, and the acid-drenched swirl of The Seeds, The Pretty Things, and 13th Floor Elevators and drags it kicking and screaming into present day. 
Frontman Will Reid calls it: “Our drop-out anthem – two fingers up to conformity. It starts with that hypnotic drone and then erupts into something driving and defiant. It’s about breaking free from the conveyor-belt life we’re sold and choosing your own path really.”

Listen here: https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=ieDP0ycPJEs

The Velvet Tuxedo fuse 1960s Freakbeat, Garage, Psych and R&B into a sound steeped in nostalgia yet free from pastiche. They stand as torchbearers of a style that is both timeless and refreshingly alive. Often described as a “word-of-mouth band,” The Velvet Tuxedo thrive on the underground scene, where their explosive, high-octane live shows have earned a reputation for unpredictability, rawness and a guitar-driven attack that hits with ferocity.

As a statement of intent, this new single announces The Velvet Tuxedo as a band rooted in the spirit of ’68, yet fearlessly committed to pushing that energy into the present.

Upcoming shows: 

14th Feb – Hull Adelphi, support for China Shop bull
7th March – March of the Mods day festival in Redcar

The Velvet Tuxedo are: 
Will Reid – frontman/guitar
Jimmy Rustill – lead guitar
Robert Frost – drums
Alfie Snow – bass

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STONETRIP Release New EP + Title Track Single ‘The Fight’ with Video

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Critically acclaimed rockers Stonetrip have released their new EP ‘The Fight’, featuring five absolutely cracking rock tracks that are every bit as good as expected from this massively talented band. 

Order here: https://stonetripofficial.bigcartel.com/category/music

New single “The Fight” captures the quiet tension of wanting more while being trapped in the present. It’s a song about longing, escape, and the fragile hope that change is coming — just not yet. Set against raw, reflective lyrics, it explores the space between who we are and who we’re trying to become, where dreams linger but timing holds us back.

Emerging from the crossroads of dust-inspired grit and melody-driven rock, Stonetrip is a Melbourne-rooted band crafting songs built for the open road, late-night reverb, and restless hearts. Echoing with raw energy and atmospheric storytelling, Stonetrip blends driving guitar hooks, pounding rhythms, and vocals that sit somewhere between anthemic and introspective. Since forming, the band has become known for: high-impact live performances that turn rooms into rituals Lyrics steeped in travel, struggle, hope, and escape A sound that fuses classic rock sensibilities with modern indie grit.

At once familiar and fresh, Stonetrip’s music speaks to anyone who’s ever felt the pull of the horizon – the ache of departure and the thrill of arrival. Whether it’s the thunder of festival crowds or the intimacy of a laneway show, their sound has a way of sticking with you long after the last chord fades. With each new release, Stonetrip continues to push forward — not chasing trends, but chasing truth through sound. 

Mark Ritchie / Vocals 
Mick Malusa / Guitars 
Simon Croft / Guitars 
Sebastian Barahona / Bass 
Brett Spicer / Drums

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AKEM MANAH Unleash Lyric Video for Second Single ‘The Burning of John Briggs’

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Belgian doom metal band AKEM MANAH have released a lyric video for “The Burning of John Briggs”, the second single from their forthcoming full-length album “Threnodies”, due out on April 3 via Black Lion Records. Following the harrowing introduction set by debut single “The End of Earnest Hollow”, the new track dives deeper into the band’s bleak and ritualistic sonic mythology.

Carried by crushing doom riffs, scorched atmospheres and a funereal sense of inevitability, the track embodies the band’s talent for transforming narrative despair into monolithic heaviness. Watch and listen here:

The band comments on the track: “A carnival strongman consumed by conviction and guilt, John Briggs mistakes the apocalypse for revival. What begins as religious fervour becomes a carnival of fire and delirium. The track is fevered, portraying faith’s final transformation into spectacle and ash“.

Tracklist:

1.The Inevitable Fate of Francis Cobb (Intro)
2.The End of Earnest Hollow
3.The Mystery of Mosef Mehul
4.The Burning of John Briggs
5.The Journey of Nathaniel Johnson
6.The Undoing of an Unknown (Interlude)
7.The Fall of Maximillian Montagne
8.The Sleep of Eve Saldana
9.The Demise of John Dunn
10.The Hanging of Edward Hope (Outro)

Featuring ten brand new tracks, “Threnodies” unfolds as a cycle of human unraveling: ten dirges for those who sought the truth behind the world, only to find the abyssal chaos staring back. Each song recounts a different descent into forbidden knowledge, madness and death of men and women who, out of grief, faith, or hunger for meaning, reached too far into the Mythos. Their stories are not about monsters but about the human need to see beyond the illusion of order, and the silence that answers.

Musically, “Threnodies” draws from doom and black metal’s bleak cadence, but with an overt horror tone. A lament sung from within the void rather than against it. Every track is a threnody in the ancient sense, namely a song for the dead, and for what in us dies when we understand too much.

The album was edited, mixed and mastered by Brett Caldas-Lima at Tower Studio and is available for pre-order at THIS LOCATION.

Line-up:
RD – Bass guitar
GVC – Rhythm guitar
JT – Lead guitar
XDS – Guitars, keyboards, vocals

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