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Finnish prog metal band Adamantra has released a new single and music video. The song titled “An Unfinished Tale” is a beautiful and peaceful ballad, which tells a tragic love story between a guard and a prisoner in a historical era.
Bass player Jukka Hoffrén comments the song and the music video: ”The video is our first, and it captures the tragic love story penned by our singer Tuomas. Compact in duration, the song allowed for an experiment in visualizing our music. The outcome is definitely a success. This video certainly won’t be our last.”
To celebrate the full moon of April 23rd, the rising new rock outfit CROSSBONE SKULLY have unleashed the howling and eerie track “I Am The Wolf” via an exclusive YouTube premiere of the song’s music video.
When I wrote the lyrics to ‘I Am The Wolf,’ I found my spirit animal,” says HENRIKSEN. “It’s a one-way trip to hell to kill the devil and destroy anything in my way…to find my rebirth and reclaim my worth! For I Am The Wolf!”
“I Am The Wolf” follows three consecutive track releases—“Evil World Machine,” “The Boom Went The Boom (feat. Phil Collen),” and “I’m Unbreakable”—which have combined amassed over 1.2 million streams to date. The aforementioned tracks will be featured on CROSSBONE SKULLY’sdebut album due out this fall via Better Noise Music.
The forthcoming album was executive produced by the legendary Mutt Lange (AC/DC, Def Leppard) and includes features on the animated short film (“Evil World Machine”) from notable musicians, celebrity friends and bandmates of HENRIKSEN’s for its recording sessions including Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper, Nikki Sixx, Joe Perry, and Kane Roberts. The album features first-class recording musicians including Nikki Sixx (Mötley Crüe), Jamie Muhoberac (My Chemical Romance, John Mayer, Seal), Chris Wyse (Hollywood Vampires, Ace Frehley, the Cult, Ozzy Osbourne), Tommy Denander, Glen Sobel (Alice Cooper, Hollywood Vampires), the late UFO bassist Pete Way, and producer/mixer Mike Plotnikoff (AC/DC, My Chemical Romance, Aerosmith). Stay tuned for further details.
OCEANS ON OTHER PLANETS released their debut single “Other Side” on April 20th, a fresh take on alternative rock that draws influence from Linkin Park, Muse, MGMT, Queens of the Stone Age, and The Smashing Pumpkins. But Oceans on Other Planets melds these styles in their own unique, modern way. Described as “heavy” without the heavy guitars, Oceans on Other Planets utilizes textures reminiscent of classic rock and metal bands, while adding modern pop melodies and harmonies, mixed with their own modern flair.
Produced by Sahaj Ticotin (Starset, Nothing More, Motley Crue, RA) and foundingIcarus Landing member Nick Wolf, the track combines pop hooks and electronic elements with a heavy rock vibe to create a genre-bending masterpiece with “Other Side”. Lyrics like “I can’t wait another night feeling like it’s either do or die… are you gonna see me on the other side?” showcase Nick Wolf’s expert songwriting skills, while the unique backing instrumentation highlights the band’s vast musical influence.
With influences ranging from Muse,The Smashing Pumpkins, and Queens of the Stone Age, all the way to Linkin Park, Phoenix, and MGMT, Oceans on Other Planets combines a never-before-seen blend of genres embodying a sound that is rooted in classic rock but with a modern style and a fresh story to tell. With their earlier foundation in heavier music, hard rock, and metal, Oceans on Other Planets have expanded their genre to more modern alternative and indie rock, and this new sound can be heard throughout “Other Side”.
After releasing their debut single and music video, Oceans on Other Planets will be going on tour in May with Simon Says, with shows on May 5th in Des Moines, IA, May 7th in Joliet, IL, May 8th in Pittsburgh, PA, May 10th in Lakewood, OH, May 11th in Hanover, PA, and May 12th in Toledo, OH.
They will also play Rock on the Hill Music Festival in Pennsylvania on May 11th. Be sure to catch them on tour to experience a once-in-a-lifetime show.
Combining classic, stripped-down hard rock with modern indie, Oceans on Other Planets takes a unique music-making approach, combining new sounds with a nostalgic feel. Straying from the heavy metal sounds of previous group Icarus Landing, singer-songwriter Nick Wolf curates a more subtle, simpler, and basic approach to rock music with Oceans on Other Planets, while keeping audiences engaged and curious as to what they will hear next.
Their new single “Other Side” features an infectious, groovy indie-electronic style, a new approach for Nick Wolf, and a side audiences have yet to hear.
Big things are destined for this group. Stay tuned to hear what’s next and be sure to catch them on tour this spring with Simon Says and at Rock on the Hill Music Festival.
Finnish singer, songwriter and composer Simo Naapuri released a new single Lighthouse via Secret Entertainment. This time there’s a true legend on guest guitars, Mike Stern (Miles Davis, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Jaco Pastorius, Billy Cobham, etc.).
Simo Naapuri comments: “I would like to present my new release “Lighthouse”. I had a great priviledge to have a true legend Mike Stern (Miles Davis, Jaco Pastorius, Blood sweat & Tears) to play guitar solo and some guitar fills for the song.
My long-term bass player Imre Szabo produced and arranged the song with me.
This is the 13th release in my international catalog where I will continue presenting music I have done in collaboration with my lyricists in different languages and styles. Previous releases can be found on my Youtube Channel “Simo Naapuri International” This music is particular interest since it moves above ethnic, cultural and linguistic constrains.”
Track list:
Lighthouse
Lighthouse (uncutted)
Music and lyrics by Simo Naapuri Arrangements Imre Szabo & Simo Naapuri Mixed by Panu Pentikäinen at Pulu Studio, Helsinki, Finland. Recording for Mike Stern: Moto Fukushima, NYC, USA Mastering: Nicolas Fournier Audio, LA, USA
Line-up on Lighthouse single: Simo Naapuri – Vocals & backing vocals Mike Stern – Solo guitar & fills Imre Szabo – Bass, guitars, drums, keyboards, & backing vocals Arto Lehtola – Alto and tenor saxophone
ABOUT Simo Naapuri is a singer, songwriter and composer from Hämeenlinna, Finland. His music is a combination of ideas, styles, or tastes from a diverse range of cultures all around the world proving that variety is the spice of life. Lately, Simo has been working on polishing his older songs as well as giving birth to brand new material.
Currently, the genius artist is focused on refining his earlier works while simultaneously giving life to fresh, new material. As a promising singer, composer, and lyricist, the artist skilfully plays guitars, Fender Rhodes, keyboards, and more, adding depth and dimension to his compositions. Simo’s talents have caught the attention of the Finnish music scene, and he has had the opportunity to write songs for notable Finnish celebrities
After building up a cult-like fanbase over the past year with a steady wave of irresistible singles, rising American roots rock band Caitlin Krisko And The Broadcast will embark on their first UK Headline Tour from September 25th until October 4th.
The UK tour follows the release of their debut EP Blueprintsout August 16, 2024.
Their first-ever 2024 headline UK tour follows Krisko’s inaugural 2023 UK tour in support of burgeoning California rockers Robert Jon & The Wreck. Krisko says “There is a vibrancy and enthusiasm to UK audiences that is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced on tour. The fans there have completely stolen my heart, and I am genuinely overflowing with gratitude for the dream opportunity to return this fall for our album release tour!”
After the unexpected death of her mother in 2023, Blueprints is an introspective reflection on the waves of emotion that follow such a loss. Caitlin Krisko delivers soaring melodies while simultaneously pouring her soul into the center spotlight of the album. Gut wrenching ballads like “Haunted By You” performed to near perfection, sit comfortably next to groove heavy rock anthems like “Piece of You”.
Blueprints puts the listener in the front seat for the Krisko experience as she turns to the music to capture her grief in songs like “Have To Say Goodbye” and “Blue Monday”. Uplifting the listener with songs like “Devil On Your Side” and “Operator”, her songs are celebrations with storytelling lyrics that take you for a full spectrum ride. Powerful drums, driving bass, and raw blues and rock guitar are hand squeezed into every nook and cranny of the album, delivering a saturated roots rocks experience done with a masterful and heartfelt touch.
Born in Detroit, raised in New York City and currently living in Asheville, North Carolina, Caitlin Krisko has been influenced by the sounds of East Coast rock and roll, Motown, and roots music. Krisko has been stunning audiences across America and Europe touring relentlessly with her own brand of roots-rock filled with soaring vocals, powerful grooves, emotional lyrics, and undeniable songwriting.
The band consists of Caitlin Krisko (lead vocals), Aaron Austin (guitar, background vocals), Michael W. Davis (drums), and William Seymour (bass, background vocals). Caitlin Krisko and The Broadcast have shared the bill with artists such as Mavis Staples, Marcus King, Blackberry Smoke, Margo Price, The Avett Brothers, Greta Van Fleet, and Robert Jon & The Wreck.
Last fall, the band released “Haunted by You” which was placed at the top of Spotify’s “Blues Ballads” playlist, garnering critical acclaim for its soulful blues and Krisko’s captivating performance.
The band has worked with producers such as Eric Sarafin (Ben Harper, Foreigner, Barenaked Ladies), and Jim Scott (Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Johnny Cash, Grace Potter) while also releasing 2020’s album “Lost My Sight” working hand in hand with legendary session giant; previous member of Tedeschi Trucks Band, and David Bowie’s Blackstar “Tim Lefebvre” and current TTB drummer Tyler “Falcon” Greenwell.
Fans of Caitlin Krisko And The Broadcast can listen to their newest single “Piece of You” – available on all platforms May 17, 2024, with the full EP release August 16, 2024. Catch them on tours of the USA, Europe, and UK throughout the remainder of 2024.
Dune, the relentless force in the world of thrash metal, announces the release of their first lyric video for the single “Refuge” a relentless anthem from their debut EP “Years Of Chains”,which is being unleashed this coming May 2024. Dune, formed in 2004 at the pinnacle of the Saudi metal scene, has returned stronger than ever after a hiatus and is ready to metal faces with their high-speed riffs and visceral vocals. “Refuge” has been in the works for quite a long time as the band shares:
“In 2007 Refuge was a song that was recorded multiple times during the years but we were never satisfied with the result as we faced issues with quality or it didn’t sound as we hoped, our vocalist screamed in the recording so hard that his balls started hurting the next day, still we didn’t like the result and scrapped that whole thing.”
Now that it’s been perfected to the band’s standard, “Refuge” showcases Dune‘s commitment to delivering a breakneck experience for metal enthusiasts. With its groovy orientation, aggressive feel, and heavy riffs, the track is a testament to the band’s evolution and dedication to pushing musical boundaries.
“Refuge” hits hard with demonic verses and heavy self-expression. They are setting a high bar for metal in Saudi Arabia and beyond and will be enjoyed by a wide range of metal heads especially those who enjoy Testament, Slayer, and Pantera.
Dune‘snew EP “Years Of Chains” is due out on May 31, 2024, and will be available on all digital platforms at https://linktr.ee/dune.0fficial
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