Swiss metal collective SOULLINE is celebrating the release of their new studio album “Reflections”, out today onMassacre Records! A new video clip for their latest single “Clochard “ is now premiering below.
“Reflections” is a multi-faceted musical affair, and a powerful exploration of environmental issues and our connection to planet Earth. Each track reflects a specific aspect of this often troubled and problematic relationship. According to the band, the song“Clochard “ is “a call to rediscover human roots and a warning about the future of the planet.”
On the band’s new offering, collaboration and teamwork led to greater complexity in musical structures and arrangements. Clean vocals, interwoven with Gabriele’s signature growl, emphasize the album’s central theme, creating an intense and engaging atmosphere.
This album goes beyond mere musical listening, transforming into a sensory experience. SOULLINE presents a masterpiece that combines music and images to stir deep emotions and stimulate concrete actions. The environmental message, expressed through the power of metal music, makes “Reflections” a work not only of music but also of cultural activism. The goal is to bring “Reflections” to a wide and diverse audience, hoping that the album’s message will find echoes in the minds and hearts of listeners, stimulating greater environmental awareness and positive change.
Tracklist:
Last Moon
Despise Your God
Clochard
Say Goodbye
Look At The Stars
Human Corruption
Fragile Dreams
Before The Dawn
I’m So Sorry
SOULLINE live: 19.05.2024 CH Neuchâtel – Rock The Lakes Cruise 05.10.2024 CH Gaswerk – Winterthur 12.10.2024 CH Rancate – Roncaglia Festival 30.11.2024 CH Baden – Eye See You Festival
SOULLINE is: Gabriele Gianora – Vocals Lorenzo Barenco – Guitars, Keyboards Marco Alberti – Guitars Rasmus Merker – Bass Edo Sala – Drums
Iranian Gothic Doom Metal SHIVERED releases his second anticipated album “Existential Mourning” tomorrow, May 20th. In celebration of the album, he has revealed a music video for ‘Ashes Of Innocence’.
Mastermind Mohammad Maki says about “Ashes Of Innocence“: “It was the first song I wrote for the album and it’s a homage to all of victims of abuse and crime, it’s not a soft song by any means.”
🎥 🎬 ⚙️ Mohammad Maki
TRACKS: 01. Paranoiac 7:06 📺 02. Ashes Of Innocence 4:20 03. The Lighthouse 5:45 04. Nihilistic Serenade 5:18 05. Pale Painted Black 4:20 06. Unending Wait 4:40 07. Paradoxical Dread 5:17 08. Existential Mourning 7:17 09. Weary Toll Of Time 6:49 10. As the Sunsets Me 4:19
NOTHING MORE’s recent tracks “HOUSE ON SAND (feat. Eric V of I Prevail)” and the current Top 5 Billboard Active Rock radio single “IF IT DOESN’T HURT” have received tremendous success accumulating 13.7 million streams and 2.4 millionvideo views combined globally. The Active Rock mainstays have teamed up with iconic rock vocalist / singer-songwriter David Draiman of Disturbed on the latest track, “ANGEL SONG,” from their much-anticipated new album CARNAL due June 28 via Better Noise Music. Draiman has sold over 17 million records worldwide with Disturbed receiving 10 billion global audio and video streams, including five RIAA Platinum releases; received three Grammy Awards nominations; earned an iHeartRadio Music Award for “Rock Artist of The Year” in 2017; and notched several #1 Mainstream Rock singles. The emotionally charged new NOTHING MORE track “ANGEL SONG (feat. David Draiman of Disturbed)” is out today, May 17. Stream/listen HERE. Watch its music video streaming below or via YouTube HERE.
“The power of the track is undeniable,” exclaims DRAIMAN. “I’ve been a fan of the band since the very beginning.”
“‘ANGEL SONG’ is the haunting sound of our past selves melting into a future that is as bright as it is dark,” explains NOTHING MORE frontman JONNY HAWKINS. “Our animal nature is getting more and more chewed up by society and our souls swallowed by technology, but there’s something in us that wants to fight back. As the song was coming together in the studio, it became immediately clear to us that David Draiman’s voice would take it to another level. We’re so happy with the result.”
NOTHING MORE were recently presented with plaques for their newly RIAA Gold- Certified 2017 hit single, “Go To War,” from their groundbreaking album THE STORIES WE TELL OURSELVES. The band were given the plaques at their recent co-headlining showat Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem, PA from Better Noise Music’s CFO Harris Masood (*see the above picture). “Go To War” received two Grammy Award nominations (“Best Rock Song” and “Best Rock Performance”), a nomination for Loudwire Music Awards’ “Top Hard Rock Song,” and was their first #1 single on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock charts. It has since received over113 million streams and has logged 30 millionvideo views.
The band will wrap up their current co-headlining tour with Wage War featuring special guests Veil of Maya and Sleep Theory tomorrow May 18 in Bloomington, IL. NOTHING MORE were announced as direct support for rock legends Godsmack in June and earlier this week announced additional support dates with Godsmack throughout October. Tickets are on sale as of today at 12pm (local time) along with VIP upgrades HERE. NOTHING MORE will also appear at rock’s top festivals this fall including Louder Than Life, Aftershock and MMR*B*Q. Stay tuned next week for a special tour announcement. See all upcoming shows listed below.
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 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, remaining shows: 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 & 9/26 Saint Paul, MN – 93X Family Reunion 9/27 Milwaukee, WI – 102.9 The Hog’s HOG Havoc 9/27 Louisville, KY – Louder Than Life & 10/13 Sacramento, CA – Aftershock Festival & 10/17 Colorado Springs, CO – Sunset Amphitheater # 10/19 Park City, KS – Hartman Arena # 10/20 Saint Charles, MO – The Family Arena # 10/22 Pikeville, KY – Appalachian Wireless Arena # 10/23 Wheeling, WV – Wesbanco Arena # 10/25 Allentown, PA – PPL Center # 10/26 Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun Arena #
*co-headlining with Wage War, Veil of Maya & Sleep Theory ^no Sleep Theory #with Godsmack and Flat Black &festival date
German trio Future Palace have released a video for their brand new single ‘The Echoes of Disparity’, out now via Arising Empire. The track is taken from the band’s upcoming album Distortion which will be released on 6th September.
‘The Echoes of Disparity’, featuring a standout collaboration with Charlie Rolfe from As Everything Unfolds, makes a strong statement regarding societal pressure and control over women’s bodies. Maria showcases an impressive vocal range, transitioning between powerful shouts and crystal-clear vocals, adding depth and emotion to the song’s important message.
The world is a firework of overstimulation, and Future Palace have dedicated their upcoming album Distortion, to this feeling of overwhelm. On the new record, the band delves into the nearly oppressive mass of mental illnesses and societal problems, creating music that, fittingly, delivers more hooks than ever before, shifting seamlessly from the quietest depths to the loftiest heights. While their previous album, Run, leaned toward musical extremes, Distortion is the ultimate culmination of all the tones Future Palace have absorbed on their Europe-wide journey as one of the most exciting acts in alternative guitar music.
Future Palace‘s music has always explored internal struggles, and Distortion is the brutal climax of this approach. The album title, derived from the psychological term cognitive distortion, reflects a world where changing perceptions trap individuals in recurring pitfalls. Distortion addresses various mental illnesses and personal struggles, from ADHD to depression to narcissism. The band’s third album is a powerful force of emotions, cycles, and cries of desperation, overwhelming listeners with its intensity.
The band’s creativity shines as they tackle demanding topics with fresh perspectives. On Distortion, they build on their previous work by incorporating new elements, like orchestral interjections in ‘The Echoes of Disparity’, which combines brutal screams and chant-like passages to convey psychological struggle. ‘Panic Paralysis’ features a massive vocal motif with an arabesque touch, while ‘They Take What They Want’ dives into emotional depths, blending raw metalcore with gentle vocal passages and massive choirs.
Despite the album’s emotional intensity, Distortion was created amid excessive demands. Produced by Julian Breucker and Christoph Wieczorek, known for their work with Annisokay, Beyond the Black, and Smash Into Pieces, the recording process was grueling. Singer Maria Lessing recorded the album with a root infection and after wisdom tooth surgery, adding stress but enhancing the songs’ authenticity. Guitarist Manuel Kohlert notes that the album reflects the band’s experience as a heavy touring band, capturing the feelings of being on the road and contemplating their existence.
Despite its challenges, Distortion carries a piece of hope. ‘Decarabia’ tells a bittersweet story about a depressed couple, while ‘The Echoes of Disparity’, featuring Charlie Rolfe of As Everything Unfolds, is militantly rebellious, addressing abuse of power and the oppression of women. Lessing emphasizes the importance of female support to convey the song’s message loudly.
The album features the most powerful metalcore breakdowns meeting trembling darkwave beats, anthemic emocore refrains à la Bad Omens contrasted with sacred choirs, and the coldness of industrial clashing with the powerful emotionality of Sleep Token, making Distortion an album like a manifesto.
Tour dates: 17.10. DE Nuremberg, Hirsch 19.10. HU Budapest, Analog Music Hall 22.10. CZ Rague, Rock Cafe 23.10. PL Warsaw, Hydrozagadka 24.10. PL Gdansk, Drizzly Grizzly 26.10. FI Helsinki, On the Rocks 28.10. SE Stockholm, Kollektivet Livet 29.10. DK Copenhagen, Pumpehuset 30.10. NO Oslo, John Dee 31.10. SE Gothenburg, Musikens Hus 01.11. DE Hamburg, Gruenspan 02.11. DE Bremen, Schlachthof 28.11. DE Hanover, Musikzentrum 29.11. DE Frankfurt, Batschkapp 30.11. DE Cologne, Kantine 02.12. FR Paris, Supersonic Records 04.12. UK London, The Garage 05.12. UK Manchester, Rebellion 06.12. BE Antwerp, Trix 07.12. NL Amsterdam, Melkweg 09.12. DE Stuttgart, club Cann 10.12. CH Bern, Stellwerk 12.12. CH Zurich, dynamo 13.12. DE Munich, Backstage Werk 15.12. DEBerlin, Huxleys
Festivals 2024 13.06 – 15.06. CH, Greenfield Festival 15.06. AT, Nova Rock Festival 21.06 – 23.06. DE, Full Force Festival 23.06. BE, Graspop Metal Meeting 26.06 – 29.06. ES, Resurrection Fest 31.07. – 03.08. DE, Wacken Open Air 14.08 – 17-08. DE, Summer Breeze Open Air 15.08 – 17.08. DE, Reload Festival 15.08 – 18.08. FR, Motocultor Festival
Future Palace are: Maria | Vocals Manuel | Guitar Johannes | Drums
Kerry King finally has released his solo debut album, “From Hell I Rise” via Reigning Phoenix Music, and unveils the project’s brand-new video ‘Toxic’, which has been co-directed by Jim Louvau and his partner Tony Aguilera.
Similar to King’s acclaimed ‘Residue’ video, which was released last month, ‘Toxic’ was shot at a downtown Phoenix studio and features a fiery high energy, heavy assault of a performance from Kerry’s new band: Mark Osegueda (vocals), Phil Demmel (guitar), Kyle Sanders (bass) and drummer Paul Bostaph.
Jim Louvau admits: “We’re at a point where political fatigue has set in and become an issue for most people who live in our country no matter what side of the coin they land on. The lyrics and energy of the song showcase that sentiment, so I wanted to create something visually that almost feels like a trailer for what we are about to experience. I also wanted to address PTSD for people who have serviced in the military and how the increased political landscape affects their mental health which often goes unnoticed”.
This month, the band performed their first live show, totally sold out, at Reggies in Chicago. The concert was described as “dark, packed, and exceptionally loud,” everything you could ask for at such a landmark show as this one… a truly once in a lifetime experience. In the days following, the band went from playing an intimate venue to performing at the huge US festivals Welcome to Rockville (FL) and Sonic temple (OH), treating the audience to an incredible experience of pure metal firepower.
Now the band is ready to embark on a European tour that will start on June 3rd – on Kerry King‘s birthday: “Can’t wait to be back in Europe and I can’t think of a better way to celebrate my birthday. Let’s fucking rage!”.
The tour will combine headline shows in the UK, The Netherlands and Germany, and also festival appearances such as Rock Am Ring, Hellfest, Tuska, Graspop, Download, Sweden Rock Festival & many more!
Photo by Jim Louvau
KERRY KING EUROPEAN TOUR DATES: Due to logistical issues, the European tour will now conclude on 29th June. Refunds for the cancelled shows are available from the point of purchase.
03.06.2024 NL Tilburg – 013 04.06.2024 NL Enschede – Hertog Jan Zaal 06.06.2024 SE Sölvesborg – Sweden Rock Festival 07.06.2024 DE Nürburgring – Rock am Ring 08.06.2024 PL Gdańsk – Mystic Festival 09.06.2024 DE Nuremberg – Rock im Park 11.06.2024 DE Hamburg – Große Freiheit 36 12.06.2024 DE Berlin – Huxleys Neue Welt 13.06.2024 AT Nickelsdorf – Nova Rock 15.06.2024 CZ Hradec Králové , Rock For People 16.06.2024 UK Derby – Download Festival 18.06.2024 UK London – Electric Ballroom 20.06.2024 BE Dessel – Graspop Metal Meeting 21.06.2024 DK Copenhagen – Copenhell 22.06.2024 FI Nummijärvi, Nummirock Metal Festival 26.06.2024 ES Viveiro – Resurrection Fest 27.06.2024 FR Clisson – Hellfest 28.06.2024 FI Helsinki – Tuska 29.06.2024 PT Lisbon – Evil Live Festival, Altice Arena
ABOUT KERRY KING: Slayer’s co-founding guitarist Kerry King is one of the most instantly recognizable and well-respected musicians in thrash/punk/metal, and over the past nearly-40-years, has pioneered some of the most brutal and revolutionary music ever created. King wrote or co-wrote some of Slayer’s most beloved songs including “Mandatory Suicide,” ”Repentless,” ”Hell Awaits,” ”Disciple,” and “Raining Blood.” Known for his allegiance to the Raiders, his love of snakes, and his taste for Jagermeister, King is outspoken, opinionated and authentic to the core. Metal flows in King’s veins, he knows how to write what he writes, and he has no interest in changing that. In perpetuity, Kerry King is a self-proclaimed “metal kid.”
German dark power metal greats ORDEN OGAN continue increasing their fans’ level of excitement for their new album, “The Order Of Fear” (due out on July 5, 2024 via Reigning Phoenix Music) by unleashing the third digital single, ‘Moon Fire.’ Cloaked in gloomy suspense from the first note, the vicious track bursts from the foreboding darkness into a firestorm of unrelenting power. As with their previous releases, ‘Moon Fire’ immerses its audience in the saga of their cursed protagonist, Alister Vale.
Vocalist Sebastian “Seeb” Levermann comments, “‘Moon Fire’ is one of my absolute favourties on this album, and that means something because I really love the whole record!”
The song arrives just in time for their soon-to-be-kicked-off summer live season, which won’t only see the group enter the stages of many well known festivals but also perform two exclusive album release shows in Aschaffenburg (Colos-Saal; July 4) and Bestwig (Fort Fun; July 7). CD+ticket bundles are still available HERE!
The quintet kicked off their personal year 2024 with a bang: the band sold out countless European venues alongside FEUERSCHWANZ and DOMINUM, but most importantly they announced their forthcoming album, whose title track even made its much celebrated live premiere last month.
Pre-order “The Order Of Fear” in the physical format of your choice [limited box set, coloured 1LP vinyl, CD-digipak], pre-save it on your favourite DSP or pre-order it digitally to receive ‘Moon Fire,’‘The Order Of Fear’ and ‘My Worst Enemy’ and instantly now, here: https://ordenogan.rpm.link/theorderoffearPR
Graced by another brilliant Dan Goldsworthy artwork with layout duties handled by Tim Eckhorst, the band’s very own vocalist, Sebastian “Seeb” Levermann, took care of mixing and mastering “The Order Of Fear” at his own Greenman Studios. The album continues their career-defining saga of Alister Vale in a spectacular but also grandly dark way while marking a new era for the group.
Don’t forget to subscribe to Reigning Phoenix Music on YouTube to stay updated & to listen to ‘Moon Fire’ as well as other new tracks in the “RPM New Releases” playlist on Spotify: https://rpm.link/spotifynewreleasesPR
ORDEN OGAN live:
29.05.2024 DE Fritzlar – Hessentag Rocknacht [TICKETS] *NEW* 02.06.2024 CZ Pilsen – Metalfest [TICKETS] 05.06.2024 SE Sölvesborg – Sweden Rock Festival [TICKETS] 07.06.2024 NL Leeuwarden – Into The Grave [TICKETS] 13.06.2024 ES Zamora – Z! Live Rock [TICKETS] 15.06.2024 FI Vaasa – Lisää Löylyä Rock Festival [TICKETS] 28.06.2024 FR Clisson – Hellfest *SOLD OUT* 04.07.2024 DE Aschaffenburg – Colos-Saal (w/ BRAINSTORM) [TICKETS] *ALBUM RELEASE SHOW* 05.07.2024 DE Mühlheim an der Ruhr – Castle Rock [TICKETS] 06.07.2024 DE Ballenstedt – Rockharz Open Air *SOLD OUT* 07.07.2024 DE Bestwig – Fort Fun (w/ RAGE) [TICKETS] *ALBUM RELEASE SHOW* 11.07.2024 AT Leoben – Area 53 Festival [TICKETS] 19.07.2024 DE Dannewerk – Dannewerk Open Air [TICKETS] 27.07.2024 DE Rengsdorf – Rock The Forest [TICKETS] 02.08.2024 RO Râșnov – Rockstadt Extreme Fest [TICKETS] 09.08.2024 BE Kortrijk – Alcatraz Metal Festival [TICKETS] 17.08.2024 DE Dinkelsbühl – Summer Breeze Open Air *SOLD OUT*
“Fegefeuer” Tour 2024 w/ FEUERSCHWANZ, DOMINUM Presented by Metal Hammer, EMP & Extra Tours 27.11.2024 NL Eindhoven – Effenaar [TICKETS] 28.11.2024 NL Haarlem – Patronaat [TICKETS] 29.11.2024 FR Paris – Le Trabendo [TICKETS] 30.11.2024 DE Kaiserslautern – Kammgarn [TICKETS] *NEW* 03.12.2024 IT Trezzo sull’Adda (MI) – Live Music Club [TICKETS] 06.12.2024 AT Vienna – Arena *SOLD OUT*
About ORDEN OGAN
ORDEN OGAN are an essential part of the international metal scene with their top status leading back to their debut album “Vale” [2008]. Their latest album, “Final Days” [2021], even reached position 3 of the official German album chart, and having up to more than half a million monthly listeners on Spotify makes them one of the most successful metal acts when it comes to streaming. Epic melodies, impactful lyrics and unmistakeable passion for the genre define the band’s work, and “The Order Of Fear” continues their musical journey by promising fans an unforgettable experience.
ORDEN OGAN are: Sebastian “Seeb” Levermann | vocals Niels Löffler | guitars Patrick Sperling | guitars Steven Wussow | bass Dirk Meyer-Berhorn | drums
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Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
