Finnish Tampere-based alternative stoner rock band RÜCKWATER is set to release their second studio album Bored Machine later this year. The first single Homo Economicus is released today and it’s available on most streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/ruckwater-homo – Single cover by Teuvo Karjalainen.
The band comments: “The new song “Homo Economicus” by Rückwater strikes straight to the heart with its gritty and straightforward style. In this track, progressive rock and stoner rock merge into a powerful musical storm that grabs you and prompts the listener to contemplate the role of humanity and its relationship with the surrounding world. The energy and rough sound of the song create an intense atmosphere that will linger in your mind.
Rückwater’s expression is direct and honest, without unnecessary embellishments. The band’s music invites you on a journey where you can momentarily forget yourself and fully immerse yourself in the power of the sounds. Step out of your comfort zone and allow yourself to be engulfed in Rückwater’s world.”
Bored Machine (Album 2024)
Track list: 1 N.O.T.S.Y. 2 Birthday Boy 3 No More Air 4 Homo Economicus 5 Follow The Money 6 Look At The Sky 7 Blue Lake Escape 8 Waiting For The Ride
Album cover by Tanja Rämö, picture taken by Juhana Kauppinen
Line-up: Markku Makkonen: Guitar, Vocals Jussi Vehman: Bass, Vocals Jape Makkonen: Drums
Saint Diablo is a savage Latin Metal powerhouse known for their explosive blend of aggressive riffs, driving rhythms, and fervent vocals. Hailing from Virginia, USA, the band infuses their music with Latin influences, creating a unique sound that has set them apart in the metal scene since their inception in 2004. The band just premiered a new music video titled “Voice On the Phone” which is the first single & music video taken from their upcoming EP album The Reckoning which will be released on July 19, 2024 via Eclipse Records. The album was produced, mixed, and mastered by Chris Anger (III Nino, Wyclef Jean, Luny Tunes) at Sound Republic Studio; engineered by Brandon Dickey & Justin Adams at Revive Studios; and the cover art was created by Chris Anger. The music video for “Voice On the Phone” was directed by Brendan McGlathery at Preta Path Photography.
“Sometimes life is really arduous”, says lead vocalist Tito Quinones. “All I want is to hear is the voice of the one person that gave me strength, but unfortunately they are gone. I know that a kind word from them could fortify me and I cherish their memory as a beacon that hopefully guides me out of the storm. However, all I have is a saved voice mail and photo on my phone. So sometimes I just stare at my phone while I sit in tearful despair. The set location was chosen because it the resembled construction of a home or house, which in the song refers to a place of yearning.” Guitarist Justin Adams adds, “We always try to have as many friends and family as possible around while shooting, so that they can experience how the song’s visual genesis illustrates the energy and creativity it embodies. The day was long but very productive, and we closed the set with a good old Southern BBQ for everyone!” Additionally, bassist Zach San Pietro says “there was a moment where Tito was singing with all his intensity and energy during the last chorus. While I was watching, Justin explained to me what the song was about. Prior to the video shoot, I assumed I knew the song’s meaning, but I only had a shallow understanding of Voice On the Phone. While watching his performance the meaning began to unfold before my eyes!”
(Cover art Credit: Chris Anger)
Prepare to be immersed in the emotional depths of The Reckoning, the gripping new EP by Saint Diablo that navigates themes of loss, resilience, and self-discovery through its powerful tracks. Produced by Chris Anger at Sound Republic Studio, this EP promises a riveting auditory experience that will leave fans yearning for more. The journey begins with “Voice on the Phone,” a poignant reflection of loss and melancholy coupled with yearning for solace in the midst of despair. With heartfelt lyrics and emotive melodies, Saint Diablo captures the struggle to find footing in turbulent times, clinging to memories of strength and guidance from a departed loved one. Next, “Dame Todo” invites listeners into a passionate declaration of unity and empowerment. Through intimate lyrics that speak directly to fans and supporters, Saint Diablo channels the euphoria of shared purpose and camaraderie. “Cosmic Inferno” delves into darker territory, exploring themes of acceptance and defiance in the face of inner turmoil. The band confronts the notion of embracing one’s flaws and embracing the darkness within, finding strength in the realization that every aspect of their existence serves a purpose. Rounding out the EP is a dynamic live rendition of “Odio,” a fan-favorite anthem that captures the raw energy and intensity of Saint Diablo’s electrifying stage presence. With “The Reckoning,” Saint Diablo delivers a tour de force of emotion and intensity, exploring the complexities of the human experience with unflinching honesty and raw energy. The Reckoning will be released on July 19, 2024 by Eclipse Records.
Saint Diablo tour dates (tickets & info) May 17 – Wilmington, DE @ Bar XIII May 25 – Purcellville, VA @ Adroit Theory Brewery June 21 – Richmond, VA @ Another Round Bar June 22 – Hampton, VA @ Sonar Fest June 29 – Prince George, VA @ Trash & Splash Sept 13 – Wise, VA @ Blueridge Massacre
Saint Diablo lineup Tito Quinones (vocals), Justin Adams (guitar), Anthony San Pietro (drums), Zach San Pietro (bass), Awesome Ray Ray (percussion/auxillary drums)
Dive into the depths of darkness with A FLOURISHING SCOURGE as they unveil their latest sonic masterpiece, the lyric video for “WOE.”
“WOE” is a powerful introduction to their forthcoming EP, “The Sickened Seed”, scheduled to be released via Wormholedeath.
This crushing track delves into the abyss of existential dread, exploring the decay of society and the agonizing search for purpose in a world choked by disillusionment. A Flourishing Scourge paints a stark portrait of the human condition, reminding us of our inevitable demise while hinting at a yearning for transcendence amidst the existential maelstrom.
A Flourishing Scourge was formed in 2013 by long-time friends Tye Jones and Josh Keifer as a creative outlet for their shared musical interests. Originally created as a studio project, it quickly gained interest and traction in the Seattle area. By 2015, Andrew Dennis and Kevin Carbrey had filled out the line-up and the band self-released their first EP, As Beauty Fades Away. By the end of 2017, they had firmly established themselves in the northwest metal scene and released their self-titled full-length debut.
After several years of performing in the Seattle area and throughout the West Coast, the band decided to focus on a follow-up album that would truly showcase their writing and musical abilities. The culmination of this effort has resulted in their third studio release, Sickened Seed. Mixed and mastered at Fascination Street Studios, it is the band’s most ambitious work to date.
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Skull Riot has released their second single, “Same Old” today May 9th an exhilarating song about paranoia, regret, and what could’ve been. “Skull Riot is a bone-crushing noisy band fronted by J. Ferron on bass and vocals. The band is a power-duo (bass and drums), high energy, heavy and fast, riff-driven, hard rock band that will make you headbang and scream yourself back to life!
“I am excited to say that our music video for “SAME OLD” is out! I had the pleasure to work with @bigazull as the cinematographer and editor, such a talented young man. We had the honor to have @coledahill acting again in this one (he’s the skeleton in our BLOOD AND CROWS video). And @sam_epstein91 making his camera debut as an Oscar-winning actor. Thank you all. We had so much fun. Hope you all like it. -J. Ferron, lead vocals and bassist for Skull Riot
Check out the recent release: Music video for “Blood and Crows” released on April 12th
Described as electrifying hard rock, fans are often astonished to find that Skull Riot is only comprised of two members, J. Ferron who is the frontman, writer, bassist, mixer, and lead singer for the duo, and Sam Epstein on drums. With additional mixing and recording from collaborators Roberto de la Peña and 11 times Grammy nominee, Mauricio Garza, Skull Riot is a minimalist operation that functions at the highest level. Following in the footsteps of the very few bands that play two instruments live (The White Stripes, Death From Above 1979, and Royal Blood), Skull Riot takes a non-traditional approach to making heavy music.
Lyrics like “Put on your fake, fake, fake smile, like you did all those years…I never thought your pain would feel so nice. Feels so wrong, same old song, on and on, all night long…” take us through the journey of a lost soul and showcase Ferron’s intelligent songwriting skills. Coupled with slamming drums and powerful bass guitar riffs, Skull Riot showcases talented musicianship with only two main instruments at the forefront.
With influences ranging from Royal Blood, Queens of The Stone Age, Priestess, Megadeth, Pantera, Mastodon, Black Sabbath, Motorhead, Velvet Revolver, to Nirvana and The Sword, Skull Riot combines heavy metal with grunge rock to bring a new style to heavy metal and rock music that excites fans across the nation.
Hard Rock Duo with Punk Rock Angst, Skull Riot Plans to Release Five More Singles and an EP by The End of Summer.
“Same Old” will be followed by a video release on May 9th, a new single “Chasing Lights” on May 24 and a video release on June 3th, and an EP release with three singles and one more new song, “Running Away”, this July.
Originally from Mexico City, J. Ferron continued his career in music by pursuing a Masters degree in Film Scoring at Cornel School of Contemporary Music in Los Angeles in 2014. Taught by mentors such as Norman Ludwin (arranger for Michael Giacchino (Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Ratatouille, The Incredibles, Jurassic World), Abraham Laboriel, Mauricio Guerrero, Tony Neiman, and Mauricio ‘Otto’ De Togni, J. Ferron developed a unique talent and voice for music that made him the artist he is today.
Since his move, J. Ferron has consistently sought out opportunities for collaboration with other artists and has played live and in the studio with up-and-coming artists such as Register Offender, Dans Eco Dance, Santoros, Strip Metal, Halibut, James Rensink , Rainee Lu, among many others. He is also currently working for the 11-time Grammy nominee producer, Mauricio Garza, at The Room Studios in Los Angeles as a recording and mixing engineer as well as producer and freelance film composer.
Working with talented names in the industry such as Dharius, Tiro Loko, Jonathan “Sugarfoot” Moffett, Mrs. Banks, Sueco, KRS ONE, among many others, J. Ferron continues to build over 550 credits (and counting). As a recording, mixing and mastering engineer.
During COVID, J. Ferron decided to create a band project that he could lead from bass and would feature only two members, and thus, Skull Riot was born. Ferron’s unique approach to singing and screaming, along with his unique songwriting and instrumentation, keeps audiences engaged and provides a fresh take to traditional rock music. Following the steps of Lemmy, Mike Kerr, and Jack White, J. Ferron attempts to establish heavy music with this unique concept and band formation bringing to the attention to the power of the bass guitar.
St Louis, Missouri fantasy-driven technical death metal band SUMMONING THE LICH has announced their sophomore album, Under The Reviled Throne, which is to be released via Prosthetic Records on July 26. Alongside the album announcement, the band has shared the lead single and accompanying music video, My Horrors Unending. SUMMONING THE LICH head out on tour in support of Vale of Pnath and Abigail Williams this month in the United States, with full dates and details below.
Speaking on the album announcement, David Bruno (vocals) comments: “We are beyond excited to finally announce our next album with Prosthetic Records, Under The Reviled Throne. After conquering his enemies in the Kingdom of Rodor the Lich has succumb to his own madness and now targets dominion over all of the planet Arrias. This album tells of his horrific conquest of the continent as he makes his way to the eastern kingdom of Bastell intent on humanity’s destruction, the gathering of those who will stand against his wrath, and visions of the past events that have led us to these darkened days.
“This album thematically is definitely darker in tone than United In Chaos and we worked really hard to match the Lich’s ferocity and malevolence sonically whilst still trying to write catchy fun death metal. We returned to our producer wizard Jack Daniels at The Armory Recording Co who helped guide us and was instrumental in crafting this beast along with editing and programming assistance from Elisha Mullins. Then of course the master wizard John Douglass crushed it as well and made this thing really come to life”
Of My Horrors Unending, Bruno continues: “My Horrors Unending is one of my personal favorite songs we’ve written. It’s heavy as hell while keeping the energy high as the Kingdom of Bastell learns of the Lich’s imminent approach with his massive army of Sin, Witches, and corrupted humankind; all told by a messenger from their front line of defense. It’s also really the tipping point right before a major shift in the album and offers a solid representation of the tone of the album as a whole.”
Under The Reviled Throne tracklist: 1. Return to the Soil 2. Reviled Crystal Wielders 3. The Forest Feasts 4. My Horrors Unending 5. Bastell Dirge 6. The Carrion Fleet 7. Arrias Groans 8. Will to Survive 9. Potion Seller 10. The Void Gate 11. Praise to the Bog
After three years of extensive US touring and shows with the likes of Allageon, Gorod and Inferi among others, as well as headline stints, SUMMONING THE LICH set about bringing Under the Reviled Throne to life. Intended as a death metal equivalent to The Empire Strikes Back in scope, the group set their sights on raising the stakes in both story and songwriting.
SUMMONING THE LICH took the considered approach of eschewing superfluous technicality in favor of a leaner and more streamlined focus on song structure. Each of the tracks on Under the Reviled Throne were written with the purpose of guiding the listener through the eponymous Lich’s descent into misanthropy and tyranny, without sacrificing their idiosyncratic sound.
This balancing act of dexterity and structure is exemplified best on cuts like Return to the Soil and lead single, My Horrors Unending. The latter of which succinctly merges SUMMONING THE LICH’s inclination for extremity and stop and start dynamics with rhythmic pummelling and memorable hooks.
With Arrias under existential threat, Under the Reviled Throne is a dazzlingly ambitious tale of hope and resistance in the form of its protagonist Taane (introduced on previously released album track, The Forest Feasts). Elsewhere, The Carrion Fleet’s narrative of the city of Bastell succumbing to flames at the hands of the Lich’s army ushers in the ominously brooding
Upping the stakes to dizzying heights, SUMMONING THE LICH offers plenty in the way of light among the shadowy figures that lurk within the Lich’s universe of malevolent chaos. All is not lost.
SUMMONING THE LICH tour dates: w/ Vale of Pnath and Abigail Williams 17 May – The Black Sheep – Colorado Springs, CO 18 May – The Marquis Theater – Denver, CO 20 May – The Underground – Phoenix, AZ 21 May – The Usual Place – Las Vegas, NV 22 May – Brick by Brick – San Diego, CA 23 May – Humdinger Brewing – San Luis Obispo, CA 24 May – Chain Reaction – Anaheim, CA 25 May – Neck of the Woods – San Francisco, CA 26 May – Harlow’s – Sacramento, CA
SUMMONING THE LICH is: David Bruno – Vocals Ryan Felps – Guitars Nick Muckerman – Guitars TJ Chilton – Drums
Hardcore outfit Get The Shot, now signed to Arising Empire, has collaborated with Zelli from deathcore heavyweight Paleface Swiss for their newest single ‘Dominant Predation’.
Hailing from Quebec City, Canada, Get The Shot was formed in 2009 and has since become one of the flag bearers of the Quebec hardcore and metal scene. Known for their authentic, spirited hardcore music, the band delivers a powerful blend of thrash, death metal, and beatdown elements, drawing influences from iconic bands like Hatebreed, Obituary, Slayer and Machine Head.
Get The Shot has honed a unique style that remains true to the roots of hardcore punk. Committed to the core values of authenticity and equality, their music critically explores the challenges of today’s individualistic society while captivating fans with its intense and brutal sound.
Get The Shot has emerged as a formidable force in the hardcore scene since their inception, launching with ‘Perdition’ in 2012, and quickly establishing a unique, raw and uncompromising style. Their discography, which includes No Peace In Hell (2014), Infinite Punishment (2017), and the JUNO-nominated Merciless Destruction (2022), reflects a consistent refinement of their intense sound and a broadening of their global reach through extensive touring.
With over 500 concerts across three continents, including prominent appearances at festivals like Wacken, Hellfest and Summerbreeze, Get The Shot has solidified their reputation with impactful tracks and explosive live performances. Their music, characterized by a potent combination of aggression and principled themes, continues to resonate deeply with fans. The band remains committed to the core values of authenticity, integrity, and equality, addressing the disillusioned realism and flaws of an era marked by blind individualism.
Recently, Get The Shot has entered an exciting new chapter with a massive release in collaboration with Zelli from Paleface Swiss under their new label. This partnership marks yet another step in their journey, as they continue to embody the rage and anger towards the brutal realities of our world, cementing their standing on international stages and within the hardcore community.
Tour dates: 21 06 FR Rennes, Superbowl of Hardcore 22.06 IT Piacenza, Low-L Fest 23.06 DE Gräfenhainichen, Full Force Festival 24.06 DE Schweinfurt, Alter Stattbahnhof 25.06 CH Aarau, KIFF 26.06 CH Martigny, Sunset Bar 27.06 NL Ysselsteyn, Jera on Air 28.06 DE Saarbrücken, Garage 29.06 DE Münster, Vainstream Rockfest 30.06 CZ Tabor, Mighty Sounds
Get The Shot are: Jean-Philippe Lagacé | vocals Tom Chiasson | guitar Olivier Roy | guitar Dany Roberge | bass Patrick Woods | drums
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
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