SNOT Sign with BLKIIBLK, New Studio Album Coming in Summer 2027

Posted by tarjavirmakari on August 22, 2026
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BLKIIBLK is proud to announce the signing of legendary California punk-metal pioneers SNOT to a worldwide recording deal. One of the most influential cult bands to emerge from the late-’90s heavy music explosion, SNOT is currently writing and recording its long-awaited new studio album – the band’s first collection of new material in nearly three decades – set for release in summer 2027, with new music set to arrive early 2027, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of their landmark debut, “Get Some”.

Mikey Doling, founder and guitarist of SNOT, commented: “I am beyond thrilled to announce SNOT’s signing with BLKIIBLK Records! From my very first conversation with Mike Gitter, it was clear that the team at BLKIIBLK and SNOT were a perfect fit. They truly believe in what we’re doing, and we couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead. We’re proud to be joining the Frontiers/BLKIIBLK family. I’ve got my sunglasses on because the future is so bright! We’re fired up to bring the new SNOT songs we’ve been working on to our fans around the world. This is just the beginning!”

Mike Gitter, Head of A&R, Frontiers Label Group, added: “BLKIIBLK isn’t merely just proud to be working with SNOT but more importantly to be part of fulfilling a legacy that has only intensified as time has gone by. SNOT is really the high-octane stopgap between fellow Santa Barbara punk miscreants, RKL and Generation Nu-Metal. Mikey, John, Jamie and Andy are on fire and not only celebrating their history but making it much more than a classic-album-and-then-we’re-out proposition. F- that! SNOT lives!”

SNOT never played by anyone else’s rules. Originally formed in Santa Barbara, California, in 1995, they featured the charismatic Lynn Strait on vocals, guitarist Mikey Doling, bassist John Fahnestock, drummer Jamie Miller. The band forged a sound that blurred the lines between hardcore, punk, funk, groove, and metal with an attitude that refused to fit neatly into any scene. Built around the unforgettable presence of frontman Lynn Strait, the unmistakable guitar work of Mikey Doling, and a rhythm section that balanced precision with swagger, SNOT created music that was as infectious as it was uncompromising.

Released in 1997 through Geffen Records, “Get Some” has become one of heavy music’s defining cult classics. Its explosive combination of crushing riffs, undeniable groove, raw humor, and fearless individuality helped shape the emerging nu-metal movement while standing apart from it entirely. Decades later, the album continues to inspire generations of musicians across metal, hardcore, punk, and hard rock, earning its reputation as one of the era’s most distinctive and enduring releases.

Although Lynn Strait’s tragic passing in 1998 brought the band’s original run to an abrupt end, SNOT’s legacy only continued to grow. In 2000, the surviving members honored Strait with the acclaimed tribute album “Strait Up”, featuring an extraordinary roster of guest vocalists including Jonathan Davis, Corey Taylor, Fred Durst, Serj Tankian, and many others. Meanwhile, SNOT’s members went on to help shape bands including Soulfly, Bad Religion, Amen, Lo-Pro, and Channel Zero, extending the band’s influence across multiple generations of heavy music.

In 2025, SNOT returned with powerhouse vocalist Andy Knapp, ushering in a new era while honoring the spirit that made the band a cult favorite. 

Since returning to the stage, SNOT has experienced an overwhelming resurgence, fueled by passionate fans and acclaimed performances at major festivals including Welcome To Rockville, Sonic Temple, Inkcarceration, Louder Than Life, Aftershock, Download, Graspop, Alcatraz, and Motocultor, alongside sold-out headline club shows throughout North America and Europe. The response has firmly established SNOT as one of heavy music’s most celebrated comeback stories.

The current SNOT lineup features Mikey Doling (guitar), John Fahnestock (bass), Jamie Miller (drums), and Andy Knapp (vocals), with Doc Coyle joining the band as touring support guitarist for live performances.  

Now signed to BLKIIBLK, SNOT is preparing to release its first new music in nearly thirty years, opening an exciting new chapter while staying true to the spirit that made the band legendary.

GET SOME. SNOT IS BACK.

Current SNOT lineup:
Mikey Doling – Guitar
John Fahnestock – Bass
Jamie Miller – Drums
Andy Knapp – Vocals

Touring Support:
Doc Coyle – Guitar  

ROB ZOMBIE Releases New Music Video for ‘Black Rat Coffin’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on August 21, 2026
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Rock and metal icon ROB ZOMBIE has unveiled the official music video for ‘Black Rat Coffin,’ another standout track from his acclaimed new studio album, The Great Satan, available now via Nuclear Blast Records.

One of the album’s darker and more sinister cuts, ‘Black Rat Coffin’ delivers Zombie’s unmistakable collision of heavy grooves, twisted imagery and horror-soaked rock ‘n’ roll.

Released earlier this year, The Great Satan finds Zombie firing on all cylinders across 15 tracks, including ‘Punks And Demons,’ ‘Heathen Days,’ ‘(I’m A) Rock ‘N’ Roller,’ ‘F.T.W. 84,’ ‘The Black Scorpion,’ ‘Tarantula’ and ‘Black Rat Coffin.’

Purchase/Stream The Great Satan: https://robzombie.bfan.link/the-great-satan

The Great Satan Tracklist:

01. F.T.W. 84
02. Tarantula
03. (I’m a) Rock ‘N’ Roller
04. Heathen Days
05. Who Am I
06. Black Rat Coffin
07. Sir Lord Acid Wolfman
08. Punks And Demons
09. The Devilman
10. Out of Sight
11. Revolution Motherfuckers
12. Welcome To The Electric Age
13. The Black Scorpion
14. Unclean Animals
15. Grave Discontent

ROB ZOMBIE is currently on a Summer 2026 co-headline tour with labelmate MARILYN MANSON in August with support from THE HU and ORGY. Tickets and VIP packages onsale now at https://www.robzombie.com/tour

ROB ZOMBIE (w/MARILYN MANSON) Tour Dates, remaining shows:

8/21 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre^+
8/23 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre^+
8/24 – Charlotte, NC – Truliant Amphitheater^+
8/26 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center^+
8/27 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center^+
8/29 – Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake^+
8/30 – Darien Center, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater^+
9/01 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre^+
9/02 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center^+
9/04 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre^+
9/05 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre^+
9/06 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center^+
9/09 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheater^+
9/10 – Kansas City, MO – Morton Amphitheater^+
9/12 – Greenwood Village, CO – Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre^+
9/14 – West Valley City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre^+
9/16 – Airway Heights, WA – BECU Live at Northern Quest+
9/17 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre^+
9/18 – Ridgefield, WA – Cascades Amphitheater^+
9/20 – Concord, CA – Toyota Pavilion at Concord^+

^With The Hu
+With Orgy

About ROB ZOMBIE:

As a rock icon and filmmaker with a unique vision, Rob Zombie has continuously challenged audiences as he stretches the boundaries of both music and film. He has sold more than fifteen million albums worldwide, and is the only artist to experience unprecedented success in both music and film as the writer/director of nine feature films including “HOUSE OF 1000 CORPSES,” “THE DEVIL’S REJECTS,” “THE MUNSTERS” and the number one smash “HALLOWEEN.”

After five years, Rob Zombie is back with new music as he announces his latest record, THE GREAT SATAN, out on Nuclear Blast in 2026. The new music brings Zombie back to his Hellbilly roots with frenetic cuts such as ‘Punks And Demons,’ ‘Heathen Days,’ ‘(I’m a) Rock ‘N’ Roller’ and ‘Tarantula.’

Rob Zombie has achieved great success in the music industry, first as a member of the multi-platinum band White Zombie and later as a solo artist with even greater results collecting numerous multi-platinum and gold albums along the way including Hellbilly Deluxe, The Sinister Urge and Educated Horses. Rob Zombie’s most recent record, The Lunar Injection Kool Aid Eclipse Conspiracy (2021), debuted at #9 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart, making it his 7th consecutive solo album to debut in the top 10.

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BANGALORE CHOIR Release Their Version of ‘Prisoner’, Which David Reece Recorded with ACCEPT

Posted by tarjavirmakari on August 21, 2026
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Bangalore Choir have released their new album RAPID FIRE SUCCESSION: On Target Part II on BraveWords Records. MetalTalk describes the new album, “Revives the spirit on ‘92, grunge be damned.” The single PRISONER was originally recorded by David Reece for the ACCEPT album EAT THE HEAT. ACCEPT are celebrating their 50th Anniversary in 2026. This version of PRISONER features Giles Lavery on background vocals. Giles Lavery is the lead vocalist for both ALCATRAZZ and WARLORD.

David Reece has long and complicated relationship with “PRISONER,” originally recorded during his time fronting ACCEPT for the 1989 album Eat the Heat. In a 2024 interview, Reece singled out “PRISONER” as his favorite track from the album, praising its lyrical story and Wolf Hoffmann’s classical-influenced orchestration, while acknowledging the song’s more commercial direction. When the opportunity later arose to revisit the track with Bangalore Choir for Rapid Fire Succession: On Target Part II, Reece saw a chance to approach “PRISONER” differently. Speaking with Sleaze Roxx, he explained that the new recording strips away the keyboards and gives the song a heavier, more guitar-driven sound—bringing it closer to what he feels the song should have sounded like originally.

The album features three singles that hit #1 on the 97Underground.com radio and landed on 15 Top Albums of 2025 Lists.

Stream or purchase RAPID FIRE SUCCESSION: On Target Part II: https://bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com 

David Reece speaking about all the radio success for his BraveWords Records album, “I have had more radio on this release than I’ve had in years and I thank you for that, great work it’s honestly been the best promotion I’ve had in years.”

RAPID FIRE SUCCESSION: On Target Part II Tracklisting:

Act 1
01 How Does It Feel
02 Driver’s Seat
03 Love And War
04 I Never Meant To
05 I’m Headed For
06 Bullet Train
07 Swimming With The Shark
08 The Light

Act 2
09 Prisoner
10 The Beauty
11 Sail On
12 Trouble With The Truth
13 Still The Same
14 Blinded By Fire In The Sky
15 Rock Of Ages
16 Mending Fences

David Reece: Vocals
Diego Pires: Lead and Rhythm Guitars
Eric Juris: Lead and Rhythm Guitars
Andy Susemihl: Lead, Rhythm Guitars & Backing Vocals
Mario Percudani: Lead, Rhythm Guitars & Backing Vocals
Riccardo Demarosi: Bass and Backing Vocals
Nello Savinelli: Drums

Guest appearances:
Jimmy Waldo: Keyboards
Ferdy Doernberg: Keyboards

Engineered by Riccardo Demorossi
Mixed and Mastered by Thomas Mergler @Tom’s Soundranch

About DAVID REECE:
American singer David Reece first came to international prominence in the hard rock community joining Accept in 1987, replacing the iconic Udo Dirkschneider. With Accept he released the “Eat The Heat” album in 1989, a record that while somewhat divisive within Accepts more die-hard European fanbase, has no shortage of acclaim in equal measure from the wider hard rock and AOR community. David’s voice was a perfect fit for both the more streamlined American heavy rock direction the band wanted to pursue at the time and the Heavy Metal stylings that are still found in great abundance on the record. Thus, songs like Generation Clash and XTC fast became staples of late 80’s rock radio and fan favorites to the present day.

After departing Accept in 1990 David wasted no time in forming Bangalore Choir, a band that would showcase his immense vocal talents combined with first rate songwriting. Released via Giant Records in 1992, the bands debut album “On Target” has become an album held dear to lovers of melodic heavy rock the world over. Timing being everything, sadly the change of radio programming toward the then emerging Grunge movement halted a very promising young band from making the global impact it very well might have had if the album had arrived some years earlier.

David has gone on since to front many bands such as Bonfire, Wicked Sensation, EZ Livin’ and more recently Iron Allies, but he has always felt there was unfinished business with Bangalore Choir, revisiting the project with the occasional release….which brings us right up to date, the latest Bangalore Choir album … Its title a guarded secret at this stage. Needless to say, if you wanted more of what you loved about “On Target” this one will truly hit the mark.

AIRBOURNE’s JOEL O’KEEFFE Talks about BRYAN ADAMS & MUTT LANGE Collab Off New Album

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The Metal Voice recently interviewed Airbourne‘s Singer Guitarist Joel O’ Keeffe in regards to the bands up and coming studio album which will be released on Sept 4, 2026 via Spinefarm.

Excerpts from interview

When asked how many songs did Brian Adams and Mutt Lange co-write on your album?

 “There was two songs, ‘Rhythm in You’ and ‘Here She Comes’. We sent them the music and then they sent it back and they changed a few of the arrangements and then, we started getting into the lyrics. They (Adams and Lange) had some really great ideas and it was just kind of how it flowed. Bryan was on the road so we had to go back and forth online, but um he was always checking in straight away and he would say like, “Guys, we can do better, guys. we could do better.  When we get him and he would listen to it and say, “Yeah, no, that’s it. You’ve got it. That’s it. Put that one to bed now. Let’s get on to the next one.” He’s just a machine. He puts his heart and soul into it. I  remember he was on the FaceTime. He just sort of closed his eyes and he said, “I always do my best. I always do my best.” And he went into a place and I just never forgot when he did it. It was just really inspiring. It’s like he really does care so much and he he didn’t have they didn’t have to give us their time (Adams and Lange) or their talents or any of this but they did it and they just were just like wow. Like we’re just some Aussie rock and roll band you know we’re working with the biggest guns in the world here. “

When asked how Bryan Adams was contacted

“Dante our A and R guy and  inspirationist and label coach and all of these things that Dante is was. He was also the editor at Kerrang and a bunch of other things. He knew Bryan personally.  So he reached out to him and said, “Hey, you know, I got this band doing this record.  there Airbourne and Brian’s like, “Oh yeah, I know of them, and he said, “Would you like to get involved?” Yeah, you know, that sounds exciting. Send me some music. So, we sent him some music and then and then bang, we’re off to the races. It was that quick. “

Australian rockers Airbourne have never been ones to think small. But on their self-titled sixth studio album, they’ve outdone themselves. “We wanted to make an iconic record – an album that is gargantuan,” grins vocalist-guitarist Joel O’Keeffe. “This is blockbuster shit.”

He’s not lying. Determined to make an album that drummer Ryan O’Keeffe says “has the best elements of rock’n’roll that we love in one record”, the Melbourne four-piece – completed by bassist Justin Street and guitarist Brett Tyrrell – went over the top with its sound, the quality of the songs, their attention to detail, the festival-ready singalongs and, yes, the size of the budget. “We said, this is it,” nods Ryan. “Let’s make the oracle. And if we’re going to do it, no corner can be cut. Because if you cut a corner, you’re not going to pull it off.”

Reuniting with the powerhouse production team of Brian Howes (who produced 2013’s Black Dog Barking) and engineer Mike Fraser (who worked on 2016’s Breakin’ Outta Hell and 2010’s No Guts. No Glory.), the band knuckled down at Music Farm Studio in “the jungle” outside Byron Bay. The complex boasts the original Neve console from Alberts Studios, on which bands like AC/DC, Rose Tattoo and The Angels recorded their landmark early albums. It’s also home to Malcolm Young’s eight-track Neve, which too was recruited for the sessions. There the four-piece battled venomous snakes, deadly spiders, near cyclonic storms and the foibles of vintage analogue equipment (the band insisted on recording to tape) in their quest to create what Joel says is “the best record we’ve ever made”. (Some additional recording also took place at Melbourne’s Hothouse Studios.)

“Airbourne” track listing:
01. Gutsy
02. Alive After Death (Last Plane Out)
03. Here She Comes
04. Kid In A Candy Store
05. Sky High
06. Who Put The Rhythm In You?
07. Christmas Bonus
08. Last Man Standing
09. Rock ‘N’ Roll Ya
10. Bogotá
11. Hells Got No Vacancy
12. Send Me To Rock ‘N’ Roll Heaven

VELVET RUSH Unveil New Single & Video ‘The Sound Of Letting Go’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on August 21, 2026
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Germany’s rising rock force Velvet Rush are thrilled to unveil their new single, “The Sound Of Letting Go”, along with an official video, out now via Frontiers Music Srl.

Singer Sandra Lian commented: “The Sound Of Letting Go” is a song about change, self-belief, and the courage to let go. Capturing those moments when life takes an unexpected turn, reminding us that these very moments often pave the way for a true new beginning.”

Stream “The Sound Of Letting Go” HERE

Hailing from Hamburg, Germany, Velvet Rush are breathing new life into modern rock with a sound rooted in blues-infused hard rock, ’70s attitude, and contemporary energy. Fronted by the charismatic Sandra Lian, whose powerful and untamed vocals sit at the heart of the band’s identity, Velvet Rush combine authenticity, groove, and raw emotion into a sound that feels both timeless and fresh.

Alongside guitarist James Moncur, bassist Tim Black, and drummer Daniel Rothe, Lian leads a band whose electrifying chemistry has quickly earned them a reputation as one of the most compelling live acts on the European rock circuit.

The band recorded their music at Hamburg’s renowned Chameleon Studios with acclaimed producer Eike Freese (Deep Purple, Simple Minds, Slash, Status Quo), crafting a sound packed with driving guitars, memorable hooks, and undeniable energy.

Their debut single, “Euphonia”, immediately attracted international attention, earning Classic Rock Magazine UK’s “Best Rock Song of the Week” accolade in October 2024. Momentum continued with the release of their debut album “Trail Of Gold” in September 2025, which received widespread acclaim and was highlighted as a “Tip of the Month” and “Tip of the Year” by leading rock publications including Classic Rock, Rocks, and Rock Hard.

Onstage, Velvet Rush have continued their rapid ascent, sharing stages with Jerry Cantrell, touring Europe alongside The Vintage Caravan, and appearing at major festivals including Rockharz. The band will be on tour throughout the summer, please find the full list of dates below.

Their latest single, “Nature Of The Beast”, has been added to Planet Rock Radio’s A-List, earning heavy rotation on the UK’s leading rock radio station.

With a second studio album coming soon, Velvet Rush are only just getting started. Armed with grit, passion, and undeniable attitude, the band are poised to become one of the defining new voices in modern hard rock.

UPCOMING TOUR DATES
August 22 DE Obrigheim/Pfalz – Rock im Hinterland
August 23 CH Aarburg – Riverside Festival
September 5 DE Brüggen Alst – Bongert OA
September 11 DE Marienmünster – Rock n Revel
December 18 DE Hamburg – Lordfest

Line Up:
Sandra Lian
Tim Black 
James Moncur
Daniel Rothe

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CELLDWELLER Releases First Single ‘Never a Thief’ from “Thief: Pulse Of Promise” Soundtrack

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The acclaimed musician Celldweller – whose music has been featured in numerous major films, TV shows, video games, and trailers, including Blade Runner 2049, Westworld, Deadpool 2, Call of Duty: Elite, Assassin’s Creed, and more – is recording the official soundtrack for the highly anticipated Thief: Pulse of Promise graphic novel, coming soon from Bit Bot. The Thief: Pulse of Promise Official Soundtrack will feature 12+ original songs inspired by the games’ iconic soundtracks and featuring all-new performances from legendary Garrett voice actor Stephen Russell. Ahead of the Backerkit campaign for the graphic novel, FiXT is revealing the first track from the soundtrack, “Never a Thief” and an accompanying lyric video. Fans can purchase and stream “Never a Thief” now.

“I was thrilled to get the opportunity to work in the world of Thief,” said Celldweller. “It’s pretty much the quintessential stealth game franchise, and anyone who plays these kinds of games knows how important audio is to the experience. When you’re Garrett, hiding in the shadows, listening for footsteps and trying to avoid a patrol, sound and music are a huge part of what creates that tension. I had a lot of fun digging into the sonic DNA of the original games and figuring out how to pay tribute to what made them sound so unique, while bringing some of those ideas into 2026 with a modern Celldweller spin. The goal was to make something that felt like it belonged in the world of Thief, but still had my fingerprints all over it.”

The officially licensed Thief: Pulse of Promise will bridge the gap between the trailblazing games Thief: The Dark Project and Thief II: The Metal Age. Written by Joshua Viola (Legacy of Kain, The Rocky Horror Show) and Sean Eads (Terror in the Corn, Lord Byron’s Prophecy), with interior art by Emanuele Ercolani (Masters of the Universe, ThunderCats) and Gianluca Papi (Mirka Andolfo’s Mercy, Unnatural) and letters by Jeremiah Lambert (Transformers), Thief: Pulse of Promise follows master thief Garrett as a seemingly straightforward heist draws him into forgotten Keeper secrets, strange powers hidden beneath the City, and a mysterious young boy whose fate may shape the future. Featuring appearances by fan-favorites such as Artemus and Father Karras, this all-new adventure bridges a pivotal chapter in Garrett’s life leading to The Metal Age. 

Originally released in 1998 by Looking Glass Studios, Thief: The Dark Project helped define the stealth genre through its groundbreaking blend of first-person infiltration, emergent gameplay, and immersive worldbuilding. The recently announced Thief: The Dark Project Remastered from Nightdive Studios, Eidos-Montréal and Atari marks a modern revival of the classic title, scheduled for release this Winter on consoles and PC.

Limited collectible vinyl and CD with art by Emanuele Ercolani of the Thief: Pulse of Promise Official Soundtrack will be available as part of the campaign, with the album releasing digitally at a later date. Fans can sign up on the BackerKit pre-launch page to receive an email when the Thief: Pulse of Promise campaign launches. For more updates, sign up at bitbotmedia.com for the Bit Bot newsletter and follow the company’s social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube. 

Purchase/Stream: https://link.fixtmusic.com/NeverAThief

Forging the sound of electronic-rock for over 20 years, Celldweller has inspired tens of millions of listeners across a global community of fans, content creators, and brands with over 1 billion streams and hundreds of placements in major films, TV shows, and video games. Celldweller’s discography includes the self-titled Celldweller album (2003), Wish Upon a Blackstar (2012), End of an Empire (2015), Offworld (2017), and Satellites (2022). GOD MODE marks his sixth studio album.

Klayton, the multifaceted producer behind Celldweller and owner/founder of the independent record label FiXT, has garnered an intense following across his projects Celldweller, Scandroid, Circle of Dust, and FreqGen. Klayton is also respected and sought after in the media industry, with his music appearing in hundreds of major film, TV, and video game placements including Westworld, Suicide Squad, Jack Reacher, Deadpool, Lucy, John Wick, RoboCop, Pacific Rim, Killer Instinct Season 3, Now You See Me, Dead Rising 3, Call of Duty: Elite, Assassin’s Creed, UFC, and more.

“Never A Thief” is available now on all major DSPs from FiXT. 

Celldweller Online:
https://x.com/celldweller
https://www.facebook.com/celldweller
https://www.instagram.com/celldweller/
https://www.youtube.com/user/celldweller
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https://www.klayton.info/