KOTTONMOUTH KINGS Release New Single ‘Red Eye Flight’ + Announce New Label Kottonmouth ReKords

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Kottonmouth Kings are back with a brand-new single, “Red Eye Flight,” out now alongside a lyric video. The release also marks the launch of the group’s newly announced label imprint, Kottonmouth ReKords, distributed through Virgin Music Group.

“We are excited to be a part of the Virgin Music Group / TLG family with our new sub label Kottonmouth ReKords,” the band shares. “Thank you to everyone for keeping the Legacy thriving. We look forward to a great future..”

In addition to the new single, Kottonmouth Kings have announced their upcoming five-song EP titled California Burning, is set for release on May 22nd. The EP includes “Red Eye Flight” and is available now for pre-save and pre-order.

Pre-save / Pre-order California Burning here: https://tlgent.ffm.to/kmk-californiaburning

Fans who pre-order the EP will receive “Red Eye Flight” as a free download starting Monday, April 20 (4/20) giving supporters an early taste of what’s to come.

In support of the new single, Kottonmouth Kings will hit the road throughout May, touring with A Killer’s Confession and Kung Fu Vampire.

Stream “Red Eye Flight”: https://tlgent.ffm.to/kmk-redeye

Kottonmouth Kings Tour Dates: https://thekottonmouthkings.com/tour-dates/

For nearly 30 years, Kottonmouth Kings have been the defiant heartbeat of underground rip-hop, blending hip-hop, punk, reggae, and cannabis culture into a movement that has outlasted industry trends and internal storms. Founded in 1996 by Dustin “D-Loc” Miller and fallen member Steven “Saint Dog” Thronson in Placentia, California, KMK grew from backyard cyphers to a global force, challenging the mainstream with albums like Royal Highness and Rollin’ Stoned. Led by D-Loc’s vision and fueled by a creative crew including Judge D, Johnny Richter, Pakalika and others, the Kings weathered ownership disputes, catalogue sales, fallen members, and lineup shifts, always staying true to their ethos of peace, love, unity, and respect. KMK’s story spans nearly three decades of rebellion, resilience, and reinvention against a backdrop of cannabis culture and music industry shifts.

Today the youngest members have the throne and are seasoned for industry success. The legacy lives on with D-Loc, Judge D, Chucky Chuck, and the Taxman. With tours booked and a new EP set to drop the anticipation is building. Come see them live at a show near you!

Kottonmouth Kings are:
D-Loc (vocals)
Judge D (vocals)
Chucky Chuck (vocals)
Taxman (hype)

For More Information Please Visit: Official Website – Facebook – Instagram – TikTok – YouTube – Kottonmouth Kings Store

Exclusive Premiere: ROCKLUST Reveal New Self-Titled Single – A rising Force In European Hard Rock

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There’s a certain kind of electricity that only true hard rock can generate — raw, unapologetic, and deeply rooted in a legacy that refuses to fade. ROCKLUST, one of the most talked-about emerging acts in the European underground scene, are proving that this energy is not only alive, but evolving.

Today, Metalshock Finland exclusively premieres “Rocklust”, the brand-new single from Italian hard rockers Rocklust, released via Volcano Records just days ahead of their highly anticipated debut album. With this latest track, the band delivers a sharp and uncompromising statement: gritty riffs, driving rhythms, and a vocal performance that captures the raw essence of classic hard rock while keeping a modern edge. It’s a defining moment for a project that’s quickly becoming one of the most talked-about names in the European underground scene.

Watch the lyric video for “Rocklust”:

A FAST-RISING PROJECT

In just a few months, Rocklust have built a solid reputation through a series of impactful singles, each highlighting a different side of their identity.

“Smoking Wheels” introduced their high-octane, adrenaline-fueled approach, rooted in the imagery and sound of classic hard rock ▶ https://youtu.be/j9clBpoo998

“Wild Crowd” captured the band’s live energy and connection with the audience, delivering a pure rock’n’roll anthem ▶ https://youtu.be/63I3lvfzmx0

With “Child Spirit”, the band revealed a more introspective side, expanding their sound into an ambitious, ‘80s-inspired ballad ▶ https://youtu.be/7SWVAWMZfxE

Blending consistency, attitude, and a clear artistic vision, Rocklust are proving that classic hard rock can still feel urgent and relevant. With the debut album around the corner, “Rocklust” is more than just a single — it’s the final spark before the explosion.

Further info at
http://www.volcanopromotion.com
http://www.instagram.com/rocklust_band

FRONTLINE Unveil New Video Single ‘After You’re Gone’ from Upcoming Album

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Melodic rockers Frontline have unveiled a new single, “After You’re Gone”, along with an official video, ahead  of the release of their new studio album, “Rebirth”, out on May 15, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.

The band stated: “The song shows a more emotional and reflective side of “Rebirth”. It’s about that moment when the pain begins to clear, when silence replaces the noise, and you finally see things for what they are. There are both sadness and strength in it, relief, and a sense of moving forward. For us, it’s a song about letting go without losing what was real, wrapped in the kind of melody and atmosphere that has always been part of Frontline’s identity.”

Pre-Order “Rebirth” HERE

With “Rebirth”, German melodic rock pioneers Frontline return with a powerful and emotional statement, opening a new chapter in a career that has helped define European AOR since the late 1980s. 

The band commented on the record, by saying: “Rebirth” truly reflects what this album stands for. After more than 20 years of silence, it’s our resurrection as a band. We wanted to honor our legacy and, most importantly, the fans who kept Frontline alive all these years, while bringing our signature melodies, hooks, and emotions into the present. This album opens a new chapter without forgetting where we come from”.

Founded in Nuremberg in 1989, Frontline quickly established themselves as one of the genre’s leading acts, built around the unmistakable voice of Stephan Kämmerer and a songwriting approach rooted in strong melodies, big hooks and album-oriented vision.

Over the years, Frontline released a string of acclaimed albums including the genre-defining debut “The State Of Rock” (1994), followed by “Two Faced”, “Heroes”, “Right Attitude”, “Against The World”, “The Seventh Sign”, and “Circles”, earning an international reputation as one of Germany’s most respected AOR exports. Their sound blends soaring vocals, melodic guitar work and polished production, inspired by the golden era of late ’80s and early ’90s hard rock, with a distinct European character.

Following the passing of guitarist and songwriter Robby Böbel in 2022, “Rebirth” represents both a tribute to the band’s legacy and a step forward into new creative territory. The album features the original singer Stephan Kämmerer alongside new guitarist and producer Christian Mühlroth, whose fresh energy and musical vision play a key role in shaping this new era of Frontline.

Comprised of 14 brand new AOR tracks, “Rebirth” delivers a direct, no frills melodic rock approach, driven by anthemic, uplifting and sparkling choruses, emotional performances and confident songwriting. The singles “Two Tickets To The Afterglow”, “Burning Horizon” and “After You’re Gone” highlight the band’s ability to balance classic AOR values with renewed intensity and focus.

“Rebirth” is more than a comeback – it is a reaffirmation of Frontline’s identity and a celebration of melody, emotion and the timeless spirit of AOR, reborn for today and ready for the future.

“Rebirth” Tracklist:

1.    Burning Horizon
2.    Blacktop Parachute
3.    After You’re Gone
4.    Two Tickets To The Afterglow
5.    Boulevard Echo
6.    Burning Shadows
7.    One Life One Love
8.    Stone And Feather
9.    Shattered Glass Dreams
10.    Heart On The Dashboard
11.    Burning The Distance
12.    White Line Miracle
13.    Back To The Bright
14.    Arc Of Lightning

Line Up:
Stephan Kämmerer
Christian Mühlroth
Diego de Sousa Pires
Eric Juris
Andreas Latzko

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THE INTEMPERATE SONS Release New Single + Music Video ‘Chew’

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Alt-Rockers, The Intemperate Sons, have released their new track, “Chew,” from their upcoming third studio album, Ephemera, set for release in Spring 2026. 

The Intemperate Sons keep pushing the envelope with their latest single, “Chew.”

This track channels that raw, haunting edge of classic goth rock, but twists it into something unmistakably alt-rock—ghostly atmospherics wrapped around jagged guitars, haunting synth, and a vocal delivery that feels like it’s clawing its way out of the shadows.

At its core, “Chew” forces the question: 

If you had to lose a crucial piece of who you are… or face something even darker and more sinister on the other side… which poison would you swallow?

Stream/Download “Chew”:

The Intemperate Sons release all their music through the Frame|Work record label at the direction of Amir Derakh and Ryan Shuck. All Intemperate Sons’ tracks are mixed by Amir Derakh at Synthicide in Long Beach, CA.  

In the sweltering Dallas summer of 2019, before the onset of a global pandemic, The Intemperate Sons were born from blood, grit, and a shared obsession with the ghosts of alternative rock’s golden age. The Watson family—Keith on drums, Jake on guitars, and Max on vocals, guitars, and keys—joined forces with longtime friend and bassist Mark Marks to create a sound that’s equal parts searing riffs, haunting harmonies, and unapologetic soul. Think Alice in Chains’ brooding intensity, Stone Temple Pilots’ swagger, and R.E.M.’s poetic undercurrent, all filtered through a ‘70s rock haze that refuses to play it safe.

This isn’t just a band; it’s a family affair, where the unspoken bond between father and sons fuels every chord and lyric. Keith, a Dallas stage veteran, pens lyrics that cut deep—tales of regret, resilience, and the chaos of the human condition. Jake’s guitar lines, sharp yet soulful, weave narratives of their own, while Max’s voice carries the weight of a 25-year-old who’s lived a lifetime in his head. Mark, the groove-obsessed bassist, ties it all together.

The Intemperate Sons hit the ground running, catching the ear of rock heavyweights Ryan Shuck and Amir Derakh (Orgy, Dead By Sunrise, Julien-K), who signed them to their Frame|Work label in 2021. Even a global pandemic couldn’t derail their momentum—holed up in The Kitchen Recording Studios, they crafted their debut album, The Color Within (2022), with tracks like “Dust to Dust” and “Running Man” that pulse with raw emotion and retro grit. Collaborations with legends like Tony Franklin (Whitesnake, The Firm) on singles like “Running Man” and “Dust to Dust” and Derakh’s production on singles like “Game of Keep Away” and “Dark Day’s Night” featured on their second and highly successful album, Dark Day’s Night (2024) pushed their sound further, blending post-grunge edge with folk and hard rock undercurrents.

For fans of alternative rock, this band is a throwback and a revelation—a reminder of why you fell in love with the genre’s raw honesty and a promise that its spirit still burns. The Intemperate Sons aren’t chasing trends; they’re carving their own path, one riff, one lyric, one night at a time.performing tracks that scratch deep into the backbone of the human experience. There is no shortage of darkness in their writing style which has a retro vibe with many guitar driven tracks stacked on top of a groovy rhythm section. The heavier style fits perfectly with the two and three-part vocal harmonies that are a huge part of their overall sound. It has been said that musicians that are related form unique sounds and communicate on a frequency only they can understand. This frequency has become engrained in their songwriting, arrangements, guitar melodies and vocal harmonies. The band has been compared to Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots, and even R.E.M.

The Intemperate Sons are:
Max Watson (vocals, backing vocals, guitars, keys, bass)
Jake Watson (guitars, bass and backing vocals)
Keith Watson (drums, backing vocals)
Mark Marks (bass)

The Intemperate Sons Show Dates:
Saturday APRIL 25 @ Underdog Restaurant & Sports Club in Dallas, TX
Friday MAY 15 @ Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood, CA w/ Gene Loves Gezebel, Vanta After Dark

For More Information Please Visit: Official Website – Facebook – Instagram – TikTok – YouTube – Spotify – Merch Store

VISCERA/// Sign to Time To Kill Records for Release of New Full-Length Album “4. Assets for Psychedelic Warfare”

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Time To Kill Records is proud to announce the signing of VISCERA///, long regarded as one of the most distinctive and uncompromising acts within the Italian underground scene, for the release of their new full-length album, “4. Assets for Psychedelic Warfare”.

Marking the band’s return with a full-length record after nine years since the previous album, “4. Assets for Psychedelic Warfare” comes as the result of a long and meticulous songwriting process, shaped by an adventurous approach that pushed the band’s sonic identity into new and unexpected territories. The album expands the group’s already well-established extreme music foundations – where the glacial heaviness of Godflesh often meets the raw urgency of black metal and grindcore – by introducing a stronger presence of psychedelic textures and dark wave influences, further emphasized through a more prominent and deliberate use of clean vocals. The result is a sound that feels at once hallucinatory, melancholic and deeply unsettling.

With “4. Assets for Psychedelic Warfare”, VISCERA/// bring their psychedelic and gloomy aura to its most extreme expression to date, while remaining firmly anchored in their trademark aesthetic. The record embodies and renews the principles that have defined the band across 26 years of activity: nonconformity, rawness and melancholia.

For those in search of something genuinely fresh and forward-thinking, VISCERA/// deliver a compelling answer.

Further details about the album and the first single will be revealed soon.

Album line-up:

Michele Basso: vox, guitars, electronics
Marcello Bellina: guitars
Gian Lorenzo Cantù: bass
Federico De Bernardi di Valserra: drums

Current line-up:

Michele Basso: vox, guitars, electronics
Riccardo Brembilla: guitars
Gian Lorenzo Cantù: bass
Federico De Bernardi di Valserra: drums

https://www.instagram.com/viscera3stripes/
https://www.facebook.com/viscera3stripes
https://viscera3stripes.bandcamp.com/

KINGCROW Release Acoustic Version of ‘New Moon Harvest’

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Italian progressive rock band Kingcrow are releasing an acoustic version of “New Moon Harvest”, a song from their latest critically-acclaimed album Hopium. The acoustic version is available now on all digital streaming platforms.

The acoustic version of “New Moon Harvest” scales the song down to its core, allowing the melody and lyrical weight to carry it. The video was filmed in a treehouse with the full Kringcrow lineup, capturing the performance in an intimate, stripped-back setting that contrasts with the atmospheric density of Hopium.

Hopium is out now on Season of Mist. Order & stream: https://orcd.co/kingcrowhopium

Hopium draws on progressive rock, ambient music, alternative rock and trip-hop, with references that span from Porcupine Tree and Radiohead to Leprous, Archive and Massive Attack. Within the album, “New Moon Harvest” is caught in the tension between the search for one’s inner self and the outside pressures from everyday life.

Tracklist:
1. Kintsugi (3:53)
2. Glitch (3:56)
3. Parallel Lines (6:46)
4. New Moon Harvest (3:30)
5. Losing Game (5:28)
6. White Rabbit’s Hole (6:55)
7. Night Drive (5:48)
8. Vicious Circle (4:21)
9. Hopium (8:24)
10. Come Through (Bonus Track) (4:21)
Total runtime: 53:27

Cover Art by Devilnax

The first incarnation of the band  was originally founded in Rome, Italy, by brothers Diego Cafolla (guitars) and Manuel Thundra Cafolla (drums) under the name of “Earth Shaker”.

Inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s poem “Raven” and driven by a will of change, the band’s name was soon altered into KINGCROW and a couple of self-produced demos/albums where recorded under the KINGCROW moniker : Something Unknown(2001), Insider (2004) and Timetropia (2006).

In the early months of 2010 the band finished recording their new album “Phlegethon” that was released in June of the same year under the “Scarlet Records” label.

It was considered on an international level as a relevant masterpiece and was classed as one of the elite progressive metal albums of the year. It has been near the top of the “album of the year” charts in some international prog-rock websites. Phlegethon promotion lasted for about two years and a half.

During the same year, the band recorded the new album “In Crescendo” that was released in February 2013 by the American label “Sensory Records.

The band toured  along with Pain Of Salvation in North America  in April and May, 2013. In 2015 the band released the album “Eidos” and toured Europe as Headliners. Meanwhile KINGCROW signed a management deal with GlassVille Music, house of very well known progressive acts like Pain Of Salvation and Riverside among others.

The band recorded the new album titled “The Persistence”.

The album was released on September 7th via Sensory Records and received great reviews and ended on a lot of “best of 2018” lists on magazines and webzines.

The upcoming album “Hopium” marks another step forward in pushing boundaries remarking the restless progressive  attitude of the band in incorporating countless influences into a personal sound.

Describing the band today is quite a difficult task, but one could state that the influence of different kinds of music, from progressive rock , ambient music, alternative rock and metal are all present in the music of KINGCROW.

With each release KINGCROW has taken a step further away from their original roots and is regarded today as one of the most exciting bands that Italy has to offer.

Line-up:
Diego Marchesi – Vocals
Diego Cafolla – Guitars, Keys, Backing Vocals
Ivan Nastasi – Guitars, Backing Vocals
Riccardo Nifosì – Bass, Backing Vocals
Thundra – Drums, Percussions

Recording Studio:
Sound Under Pressure (Rome, Italy)

Production Credits:
Produced by Diego Cafolla & Thundra Cafolla
Sound Engineer – Diego Cafolla

Mixed by Giampiero Ulacco at Holofram Studios (Francavilla al Mare, Italy)
Mastered by Marco Vannucci at Spitfire Mastering Studio (Italy)

Cover Art: Devilnax

Follow Kingcrow:
Official Website: https://www.kingcrow.it/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Kingcrowband
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kingcrow_official/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/KingcrowBand
Bandcamp: https://kingcrow1.bandcamp.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3nnSgQo8TIgiO5M5pv3mlV
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/kingcrow/594989536
Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/artist/1002506
TIDAL: https://tidal.com/browse/artist/6519112