The melodic deathers IRA TENAX have been making their mark on the German metal scene since 1999. In 2024, the quartet will not only be celebrating their 25th anniversary, but will also be releasing a new album 10 years after their last longplayer “Portrait Of The Fallen” from 2014!
The band has signed with MDD Records for the release of “Dark Awakening”, so the title of the new output. The album, which contains 11 tracks with a playing time of 57 minutes, will be released on June 13th! A first look at the cover artwork, which was created by Ken Coleman (artofkencoleman.com), is enclosed! Be prepared, more infos soon!
3X Grammy Award-nominated NOTHING MORE return with their fifth album, CARNAL, on June 28 via BETER NOISE MUSC. The album features 15 songs with the San Antonio, TX-born quartet’s most focused, adventurous, and intense music to date, including their current radio single “IF IT DOESN’T HURT” which is currently in the Top 10 at #9 on the Active Rock radio charts and rising. Recorded with Grammy-nominated producer WZRD BLD (Disturbed, Motionless In White, A Day To Remember) with mixing and mastering by Zakk Cervini (Limp Bizkit, MGK, Bring Me The Horizon), CARNAL unites NOTHING MORE’s trademark introspective philosophical lyrics and unapologetically massive anthems with in-your-face rockers designed for an all-encompassing audience. Pre-order CARNAL now via digital download, CD, vinyl, and cassette tape at https://nothingmore.ffm.to/carnal.
“‘CARNAL’ feels like a perfect encapsulation of what NOTHING MORE has always been,” says guitarist MARK VOLLELUNGA. “From progressive introspection to steady-state rock ‘n roll, we felt like we’ve achieved the exact balance wanted for this next installment.”
“It’s a beautiful blend of memorable guitar riffs, illustrious chord progressions and heart wrenching lyrical performances all to the beat of a drum that palpitates with syncopated obsession,” states bassist DANIEL OLIVER. “There’s truly something for everyone on this record.”
NOTHING MORE have today unveiled a music video for their new compelling and defiant track “HOUSE ON SAND” featuring I Prevail vocalist Eric Vanlerberghe. Watch it streaming below or via YouTube HERE. Stream/download “HOUSE ON SAND (feat. Eric V of I Prevail)” across all digital platformsHERE.
“Sometimes you lose sight of your purpose in life and wander off of the path you were on,” says frontman JONNY HAWKINS on “HOUSE ON SAND”. “Years later you find yourself in a life that does not match the vision you once had for yourself. Trapped, you are left with a choice…betray your inner voice, or trust it; continue on and play it safe, or turn back and start again… I’m starting again.”
In regard to working with VANLERBERGHE, HAWKINS states: “I’m so honored and excited to have Eric screaming his heart out with me on this song!”
“Almost a year ago, the boys in NOTHING MORE sent me this demo and asked if I’d consider hopping on it,” shares VANLERBERGHE. “I checked it out and for the next few weeks, I had the chorus engrained in my brain. The song really resonated with me. I think this track, as well as the rest of their record, is NOTHING MORE’S best work and I’m honored to be a part of it.”
Since their emergence in 2003, NOTHING MORE have continuously topped the active rock radio charts including nine #1 singles and over a half dozen Top 10 singles including “TIRED OF WINNING” from their 2022 album SPIRITS. To date, the band—JonnyHawkins (vocals), MarkVollelunga (guitar), Daniel Oliver (bass), and Ben Anderson (drums)—have amassed a total of 788 million streams and 150 million video views.
NOTHING MORE have won over audiences across the globe with their commanding performances of which Loudwire proclaimed: “it’s their famously vivacious live shows that truly enthrall, especially when they pull out some of bassist Daniel Oliver’s self-made gadgets. For instance, there’s the ‘Scorpion Tale,’ an extremely heavy beast made of metal scraps whose Ableton software permits singer Jonny Hawkins to alter multiple timbres (such as guitar, bass and vocals) while riding it. Then, you have the ‘Drumtron/Bassinator,’ a rotating bass stand connected to drums that allows for three-man bass solos.”
NOTHING MORE will head out on a co-headlining tour across North America this spring with Wage War and special guests Veil of Maya and Sleep Theory (4/16 – 5/18) followed by a set of direct support shows with rock icons Godsmack (6/23-6/26). They’ll also appear this fall at festivals including Louder Than Life, Aftershock and MMR*B*Q. For full dates, tickets and VIP upgrades, please visit https://nothingmore.net.
CARNAL Track Listing:
| CARNAL |
HOUSE ON SAND (feat. Eric V Of I Prevail)
IF IT DOESN’T HURT
ANGEL SONG (feat. David Draiman)
FREEFALL
BLAME IT ON THE DRUGS
| HEAD |
EXISTENTIAL DREAD
| HEART |
DOWN THE RIVER
GIVE IT TIME
| SIGHT |
STUCK (feat. Sinizter)
RUN FOR YOUR LIFE
| SOUND |
NOTHING MORE 2024 TOUR DATES: 4/16 Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore * 4/17 Birmingham, AL – Avalon Brewing Company * 4/18 New Orleans, LA – The Fillmore * 4/20 Austin, TX – Stubb’s ^ 4/22 Grand Junction, CO – Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park (outdoor) * 4/24 Riverside, CA – RMA * 4/25 San Diego, CA – Observatory Northpark % 4/26 Las Vegas, NV – Brooklyn Bowl * 4/28 Albuquerque, NM – REVEL * 4/30 Kansas City, MO – The Midland Theatre * 5/1 Des Moines, IA – Val Air Ballroom * 5/3 Green Bay, WI – Epic Event Center * 5/4 East Moline, IL – The Rust Belt * 5/5 Omaha, NE – The Astro * 5/7 Madison, WI – The Sylvee * 5/8 Grand Rapids, MI – 20 Monroe Live * 5/10 Bethlehem, PA – Wind Creek Event Center * 5/11 Columbus, OH – Kemba Live ^% 5/12 Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE % 5/14 Norfolk, VA – The NorVA * 5/15 Raleigh, NC – The Ritz * 5/17 Indianapolis, IN – The Egyptian Room * 5/18 Bloomington, IL – The Castle Theatre ^% 7/23 Johnston, PA – 1st Summit Arena at Cambria County War Memorial # 7/25 Gilford, NH – BankNH Pavilion # 7/26 Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater # 9/21 Camden, NJ – MMRBQ 2024 & 9/27 Louisville, KY – Louder Than Life & 10/13 Sacramento, CA – Aftershock Festival &
*co-headlining with Wage War, Veil of Maya & Sleep Theory ^no Sleep Theory %no Wage War #with Godsmack and Flat Black &festival date
Metalcore prodigy STORM, who’s been turning heads in the music industry, is back with another electrifying single that’s sure to captivate audiences worldwide. Titled “Die Young”, this high-energy track showcases STORM’s impeccable ability to blend genres.
“This breakdown might be the heaviest I have done to date, and it fits the song perfectly,”STORM shares. He points out that the lyrics says, “I will dance, dance, dance till the day that I die,” and adds, “Mosh pits are a kind of dance, right?”
STORM’s talent has already gained him significant recognition. His viral hit “House of Cards” took the internet by storm., amassing several million views on social media. Multiple viral videos later STORM has gathered a huge following on TikTok, proving his ability to connect with audiences worldwide.
Moreover, STORM’s success extends beyond social media. He recently made headlines with his performance on Norway’s biggest talk show, Lindmo, where he showcased this upcoming single “Die Young” to a national audience. Additionally, STORM’s achievements include performances at renowned festivals like Summer Breeze Open Air (DE) and Tons of Rock (NO), and in 2024 he will play at one of Europes biggest rock and metal festivals in England; Download festival.
Critics have hailed STORM as a visionary in the making, with Distorted Sound Magazine (UK) praising his clarity of sound and impeccable production quality. Similarly, Gaffa (NO) recognized him as a prodigy within the Norwegian metal scene, solidifying his status as a force to be reckoned with.
At just 15 years old, Norwegian metalcore sensation STORM continues to captivate audiences with his genre-defying music. “Die Young” is set to release on April 12th, don’t miss out on this sensational release from one of music’s brightest young talents.
Photo shot by Sasu Norha, edited by Miika Matilainen
Finnish metal act Ice Exiled has released the single “Civilization Zero” from their upcoming album. The album is set to be released in the fall of 2024 through Inverse Records. A music video for the song was also filmed and can be found on YouTube, below.
Formerly operating under the name Archares, the band changed its name in early spring 2024. The name Ice Exiled reflects the band’s music: freshness, heaviness, and a Finnish sound. Along with the name change, the band’s lineup also underwent a transformation, now operating as a five-piece with a new drummer.
“Civilization Zero” represents the heavier side of our upcoming album. The initial spark for the song emerged in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the song conveys the anxiety and fury caused by the situation. The lyrics address human actions on Earth and paint a bleak picture of the future. Influences range from melodic death metal and metalcore, but also genres beyond metal category. Melancholic and catchy melodies blend with a lively rhythm and heaviness. The song sounds like Finnish metal with a modern twist.
The music video was shot in February 2024 and directed by vocalist Miika Matilainen. The band has largely handled the music production process themselves, seeking external assistance when needed. Drums were recorded by Rami Nykänen at Shed Studio, vocal production is handled by Aleksi Rautiainen, and the song was mastered by Miro Kiiski.
PUSSY SISSTER are back and present “Brotherhood”, the first single from their new album “Here Are The Pussys”. The song not only represents the album itself, but also the band’s lifestyle and spirit, which is in no way inferior to that of their predominantly California-based sleaze/glam rock colleagues.
Singer Alex Nad: “Hey rock friends, we hope you enjoy the new Pussy Sisster video “Brotherhood” We decided to make a story video for “Brotherhood” because we want it to reflect the long lasting bond of Pussy Sisster! With producer Michael Vetter we are happy to have found someone who got this perfectly to the point… So crack open a cold beer, lean back and let the Pussy Circus begin!”
1. ON THE RUN 2. LOVE IS GONE 3. HERE ARE THE PUSSYS 4. GIRLS IN BED 5. BLACK SHEEP (OF THE FAMILY) 6. CIRCUS OF THE DARK 7. SONG FOR MUM AND DAD 8.WORLD OF TOMORROW 9. HUMANITY 10. BROTHERHOOD
Pussy Sisster are back… the pioneers of the new wave of Sleaze Rock are back! Lock up your daughters… Banging rock’n roll riffs, bed time stories and ballads full of feeling…that’s the new album “Here are the Pussy’s” Music changes – but pussy rock will always exist” – that’s what the guys from Pussy Sisster think, and that’s exactly how they live it: WILD, HOT and above all EXPLOSIVE! Pussy Sisster, founded in 2002 by Alex Nad, Wolfgang Schwechheimer, Markus Herzog and Chris Nad, have set themselves the goal since the band was founded: to always go upwards. They have played at festivals such as WACKEN, Masterz of Rock, Baltic and many more, as well as opening for bands such as Billy Idol, Helloween, Steel Panther, LA.Guns, Sweet and countless others. Five US tours with concerts in legendary clubs such as The House of Blues, Viper Room, Whiskey a Go Go in Hollywood can be attributed to the guys from the Karlsruhe area. But most people will probably be familiar with them from their countless TV shows such as Goodbye Deutschland, Promi – Dinner, Big Brother, Pussy Sisster in Hollywood etc.
After Corona and a baby break, the girls from Badnerland are finally back with a new album and ready to rock the stages again…Meow !!!
Line-up: Alex Nad – Vocals Coma – Bass Harry LaForce – Guitars Janis Hiemesch – Drums Chris Nad – ‘s Management
Dutch death metal legends PESTILENCE – who are currently midway through their European tour – drop the second single from their upcoming, re-recorded best-of album, “Levels of Perception”, set for release on April 26th via Agonia Records. The album features twelve tracks from across the band’s 38-year career. Listen to “Sinister”, here:
Patrick Mameli – whose signature vocal, guitar and songwriting skills constitute the hallmark of PESTILENCE – finds “Levels of Perception” to be a testament to the band’s role in death metal’s progression. “I’ve always wanted to do a best-of album, because it would mean that I’ve achieved something in the past; something that still has its value today,” Mameli reflects. “To be able to choose from songs that I composed in the distant past, transporting them into the now, with the line-up of the recordings that consisted of Michiel van der Plicht (drums), Rutger van Noordenburg (guitar) and Joost van der Graaf (bass) – I found this to be of great value and sheer awesomeness.”
Re-recording of the tracks has not only managed to breathe new life into them – half thanks to new line-up, and other half by implementing subtle changes which reflect Mameli‘s matured vision and refined with years of experience aesthetic – but also sets them apart from cheap, unimaginative compilations, by unifying the album’s sound as befits a full-length release. “The album’s title is Levels of Perception. Why? Because this is what has happened with the songs,” Mameli explains. “Performed by different musicians, with their own views, musical abilities and interpretations, shining a new light on them. So here we are with new Levels of Perception.”
The drums for “Levels of Perception” were recorded by Michiel van der Plicht in 2021, during a live stream held in T Paard (The Hague, NL). “These recorded drum tracks were so awesome that we just had to use them, fine-tuning the guitars and bass,” Mameli comments. These and other re-recordings were done with Reaper behind the console at van der Plicht‘s own studio On Duty in Mijdrecht, NL. The latter engineered, mixed and mastered the album. “I’ve started to realize, after recording Exitivm, that when you can engineer, mix and master by yourself, the control over your own product is way bigger, through the honesty and passion for your own compositions; rather than hiring an engineer that has no feel for your music,” PESTILENCE’s frontman wraps up.
PESTILENCE was established in the Netherlands in 1986 and is considered to be a progressive death metal phenom, labeled on the same genre-defying scale as Death, Cynic and Atheist. The group is led by founder, guitarist and mastermind Patrick Mameli, who’s been the band’s binding factor through two breakups and reunions. Both a reinvention and a confirmation of everything the band has been standing for since 1986, PESTILENCE is more than ever breaking new grounds and exploring the further outposts of extreme metal on “Exitivm” (2021) – the last album, which landed on several Billboard charts; most notably including the top 200 best selling albums. In 2023, the band remastered & reissued its classic catalog, and announced “Portals” to be the title of its next studio album, which is currently in the works. PESTILENCE shows no signs of slowing down, starting 2024 off with a spring tour and a long-sought best-of album, “Levels of Perception” – both of which will roll out this April.
Tracklisting: 01. Horror Detox (Re-recording) 02. Mvlti Dimensional (Re-recording) 03. Mobvs Propagationem (Re-recording) 04. Sinister (Re-recording) 05. Dehydrated (Re-recording) 06. Dominatvi Svbmissa (Re-recording) 07. Land of Tears (Re-recording) 08. Necromorph (Re-recording) 09. Deificvs (Re-recording) 10. Twisted Truth (Re-recording) 11. Sempiternvs (Re-recording) 12. Ovt of the Body (Re-recording)
Tour dates: 23.03. NL – Kampen, Ukien 31.03. NL – Nijverdal, Cult Art — Black Death Over Europe 2024, remaining shows Pestilence + Carnation + Bodyfarm 13.04. 1T – Milan, Legend 14.04. FR- Marseille, Jas Rod 15.04. ES – Barcelona, Sala Boveda 16.04. ES – Madrid, Revi Live 17.04. PT – Lisbon, RCA Club 18.04. PT – Porto, Hard Club 19.04. ES – Zaragoza, Sala Lo Intento 20.04. FR – Limoges, C.C.J. Lennon 21.04. BE – Antwerp, Zappa — 25.05. SK – Surany, Songs Of Hate Festival 21.06. DE – Protzen, Protzen Open Air 22.06. BE – Dessel, Graspop 27.07. BG – Sofia, Sofia Metalfest 28.07. GR – Athens, Release Festival 10.08. CZ – Brutal Assault 26.10. NL – Sneek, Bolwerk
“Levels Of Perception” recordings musicians: Patrick Mameli – vocals and lead guitars Michiel van der Plicht – drums Rutger van Noordenburg – lead guitars Joost van der Graaf – bass
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