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ANDROMIDA And DROPOUT KINGS Combine Forces In Metalcore Trap Metal Single ‘Real’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on October 28, 2023
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Brace yourselves for a fierce and energetic sonic storm as Metalcore artist Andromida and Trap Metal group Dropout Kings combine forces to unleash their explosive new single, “Real” (feat. Dropout Kings).
 
The heavy track holds nothing back. Blending the aggressive intensity of Metalcore, Nu Metal with the anthemic power of Hard Rock and rapped vocals “Real” is a turbulent ride from the start to finish. Thrashing guitars, heavy drums, and ethereal synthesizers tread over Hip Hop rhythms, blending Metal, Trap, and Rap fuse to form a defiant anthem about never giving up.   
 
“I love music that takes to completely different genres and blends them together,”  explains Andromida.  “With this song, I really wanted to push myself to create something that brought in my rap/hip-hop/trap influences, while still keeping that metal edge.”

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

Andromida is a one-man, progressive Metalcore project by composer and producer, Ramon Gutierrez. Diagnosed as legally blind at a young age, Ramon naturally felt a strong connection with music. At the age of 3, he began learning the violin. While learning the violin, it quickly became apparent that he was unable to read sheet music provided by his teachers, but that didn’t stop him. He went on to learn the instrument by ear, eventually playing pieces by composers like Bach at a very young age. At the age of 11, Ramon decided to take on the guitar. Just like the violin, he learned completely by ear, only this time he did not have any help from teachers.
 
Ramon is entirely self-taught on guitar. Eventually, he became fascinated with the idea of writing and producing music, so he began teaching himself how to arrange songs, produce, mix and master his own music in his late high school years. During his time in college, Ramon began taking steps to start pursuing music. After trying and failing several times to form a band, he eventually decided to take on the endeavor by himself, thus starting Andromida in 2016.

Dropout Kings are a genre-blending band that merges the sounds of heavy metal and hip hop/trap to create their signature Trap Metal style. They pride themselves on being pioneers in this unique genre, crafting fresh and innovative soundscapes. Their music features introspective rap lyrics and passionate vocals over polished, metal-inspired instrumentation, as demonstrated in songs like “Scratch & Claw” and “Going Rogue.”
 
Formed in 2016, Dropout Kings have already built a strong following, garnering millions of streams from their debut album Audiodope which was released in 2018 through Napalm Records. The band quickly gained recognition for their raw talent and creative fortitude, leading to a signing with Stay Sick Recordings and the release of their GlitchGang EP in 2019. In 2021, they signed with Suburban Noize Records and re-released the EP to further establish themselves as a force to be reckoned with. Their new album Riot Music was released on May 5th, 2023 via Suburban Noize Records.

Dropout Kings are on a mission to make the world hear their story.

Andromida Online:
https://www.facebook.com/AndromidaOfficial/
https://twitter.com/AndromidaOFCL
https://www.instagram.com/andromidaofficial/
SPOTIFY
https://www.youtube.com/andromidaofficial
 
Dropout Kings Online:
https://www.facebook.com/DropoutKingsAZ/ 
https://twitter.com/DropoutKingsAZ 
https://www.instagram.com/dropoutkingsaz/ 
https://www.youtube.com/@DropoutKings 
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0COl8x4QKImQ0IBO8KjomQ 
https://soundcloud.com/dropoutkings 

THE BARTELLS Release Video for New Single ‘Suzi’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on October 28, 2023
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THE BARTELLS have release their video for new single ‘Suzi‘, out now on Flip Flop Records.

“Suzi is a song about running away to try and find yourself when things are just not working out right, wandering alone through a strange city whilst reflecting on a childhood past in the process. The question might be asked who is Suzi, the answer would be that we all have a Suzi, might be a person, a possession or even a habit but the hardest thing about a Suzi is trying to stay true to yourself while she’s around”.

Stream/buy here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/thebartells/suzi

Known for their hooky quirky post modern sound, Shropshire’s finest first emerged in 2012 headlining local festivals promoting their debut self funded EP ‘Standing on the edge’.  They quickly gained a good following and learnt their stagecraft, going from strength to strength.  

The Bartells are led by the affable, charismatic Alfie Edwards with a split lead vocal set up with Mr Jonny Milano, the coolest rock n roll name in history.  With The Dazzler thumping out his bass lines alongside drummer Robby ‘Ringo’ Evans, they create a wonderful eclectic sound that is like everything you’ve ever heard, but like nothing you’ve ever heard.

Their debut EP has been played on radio stations all over the world and they have fun whenever and whatever they play, which is part of their charm.  With well over a half million views on their videos across their platforms the band is going from strength to strength breaking records on social media platforms such as  ‘The Narrowboat Sessions’.

In 2021, The Bartells added lead guitarist Ian ‘Ozzy’ Osbourne to the line up to strengthen their sound, changing the band to a five piece guitar driven outfit.  Out from the starting blocks following lockdown, the band have gathered momentum supporting 90s heroes Cast and The Inspiral Carpets.  The band have played numerous festivals around the UK and have recently played at the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod. 
 
The latest chapter for the band sees them hooking up with Nick Brine at Flip Flop Records to launch their debut album.  The recording sessions were held at the legendary Rockfield Studio in Monmouth; The Motor Museum, LIverpool; The Forge Studio, Oswestry; and The Bee Barn Studio, Snowdonia – owned by Cast and Robert Plant guitarist Liam ‘skin’ Tyson, who features on three of the tracks.
 
Keen as mustard, daft as a brush, loveable lads, but sharp musicians who really know how to put on a show and take the audience along on a journey where you can let your hair down forget your troubles and sing along to simple, but catchy anthems arm in arm with people who know how to enjoy themselves.

https://www.facebook.com/thebartells
https://twitter.com/bartellsband
https://www.instagram.com/thebartellsuk/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5CRjxhn5xuwKnCjzqsAdeg/about
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1i6rAeAyMLEG46PlxlaPC1
https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/the-bartells/1450289282
https://thebartells.bandcamp.com/

THE CHRONICLES OF FATHER ROBIN Reveal “The Songs & Tales of Airoea – Book II” Album Details + New Single ‘The Grand Reef’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on October 28, 2023
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Good news for those who are curious to find out what Father Robin gets up to next on his travels through the fantastical world of Aiorea because Karisma Records have just announced the release of “The Songs & Tales of Airoea – Book II”  from Prog Rockers THE CHRONICLES OF FATHER ROBIN (TCOFR for short).

“The Songs & Tales of Airoea” Trilogy itself unfolds over a period of three decades  in an archaic alternate world. In Book II (“Ocean Traveller – Metamorphosis”) Father Robin journeys to the underwater city of Oriasaleah and over the Sea of Ayrouhr to the Grand Reef, where our intrepid explorer faces grave danger at the hands of the island people.

The album opens with the sacral and atmospheric track “Over Westwinds”, and carries the listener further on a dynamic musical journey that uses lush and varied soundscapes, which evoke visions of the golden era of progressive rock.  An abundant, and well-thought out, use of a variety of  instruments, such as flute, mellotron and glockenspiel, alongside more traditional rock instruments, is neatly packaged in a production that is both dynamic and organic, making “The Songs & Tales of Airoea” Trilogy a gem waiting to be discovered by fans of progressive rock.

For those eager or curious for a taste of what Book II will sound like, Karisma Records have today released a single from the album.  Titled “The Grand Reef” it can be downloaded or streamed from a variety of services at:
https://link.karismarecords.no/TCOFR_TheGrandReef

TCOFR features  members from some of the most revered progressive rock bands from Norway, WOBBLER, JORDSJØ, TUSMØRKE and seasoned post-rockers THE SAMUEL JACKSON FIVE, and their concept Trilogy was thirty years in the making.

The result in a cohesive triple concept album that features 18 songs in total which are spread out over three albums.  With Book I having been released in September of this year, Book II will appear on the 8th December in CD, Digital and LP formats.  The complete Trilogy is available as a Deluxe Limited Edition Triple Coloured Vinyl Box Set on Old Oak Records.

Contributors on the Trilogy include Thomas Kaldhol (MT. MELODIÉ, THE SAMUEL JACKSON FIVE), Lars Fredrik Frøislie (WOBBLER, IN LINGUA MORTUA, WHITE WILLOW), folksinger Aleksandra Morozova (MT. MELODIE, OSLO PHILHARMONIC CHOIR), Kristoffer Momrak (ALWANZATAR, TUSMØRKE, LES FLEURS DU MAL), Håkon Oftung (JORDSJØ) and illustrator Lars Kvernberg.

Tracklisting on “The Songs & Tales of Airoea – Book II” (which follows on directly from Book I) is as follows:

07. Over Westwinds
08. Orias & the Underwater City
09. Ocean Traveller
10. Lady of Waves
11. Green refreshments
12. The Grand Reef

Pre-orders are now available from:
 
Webshop: https://www.karismarecords.no/shop
Bandcamp: https://fatherrobin.bandcamp.com
US Webshop: https://karismarecords.indiemerch.com/

Emerging from the remains of the band FANGORN back in 1993- 94, THE CHRONICLES OF FATHER was formed by WOBBLER frontman Andreas W. S. Prestmo, who was joined by childhood friends Jon and Henrik, with whom he shared a joint interest in folk tales, mythology, fantasy literature, psychedelia and adventurous music.

More  information about THE CHRONICLES OF FATHER ROBIN can be found on the band’s website www.fatherrobin.com or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChroniclesofFatherRobin

HEILUNG Release Performance Video of ‘Anoana’ at London’s Apollo Theatre

Posted by tarjavirmakari on October 28, 2023
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HEILUNG don’t play shows. They perform a ritual. Every performance begins Kai Uwe Faust leading Christopher Juul, Maria Franz and their ritual collective in an ancient prayer. Soon after, the audience is swept into rapture, swayed by incense and throat singing, primordial rhythms, subtle electronic textures, a mesmerizing light show, an army of warriors and bursts of fire; a ritual. 

Today, Heilung are releasing brand new footage from their performance at London’s Apollo Theatre. Watch the hypnotic video for the Nordic collective’s hit song “Anoana” and get a sneak peak at their full live concert DVDs, which will come out next year.

“Every tour has a beginning and an end”, says Heilung. “We’ve captured both moments. After the long pause from the world’s stages we kicked off our Amplified History Tour with the first ritual at the sold out Red Rocks Amphitheater, Denver CO, in October 2021. In January 2023 and 45 rituals later, we performed at the Apollo in London. These two rituals are the continuation of our original first performance from 2017, named LIFA, and will be released separately as “LIFA Iotungard” and “LIFA Llyn Dain “. The two releases will witness not only how far we’ve grown since 2017, but also exactly how far the ritual has evolved during the 15 months of touring”.

Heilung are currently touring North America. They’ve already performed to sold-out crowds in Greensboro, Baltimore and Clearwater. The tour was scheduled to wrap up in Denver, but Heilung have now added another show. They’ll play the Shrine Expo Hall in Los Angeles, California, on December 11.

Tickets are running low for the remaining dates. One dollar for each ticket sold will support a tree planting initiative. Get tickets: https://www.amplifiedhistorytour.com/

Remaining Tour Dates
10/30: Austin, TX @ ACL Live at The Moody Theater [TICKETS]
11/01: St. Louis, MO @ The Factory [TICKETS]
11/03: Kansas City, MO @ The Midland Theatre [TICKETS]
11/05: Denver, CO @ Mission Ballroom [TICKETS]
12/11: Los Angeles, CA @ Shrine Expo Hall [TICKETS]

Lineup:
Kai Uwe Faust
Christopher Juul
Maria Franz

More information at www.facebook.com/amplifiedhistory

LANSDOWNE Unleash Powerful, New Single ‘Bury Me’, to Tour with THUNDERMOTHER in November

Posted by tarjavirmakari on October 28, 2023
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[photo: Jared Sher Photography]

Following their latest, critically-acclaimed studio album, Medicine (released in February 2023 via AFM Records, order HERE!), and an extensive European tour with Ice Nine Kills this year, Boston-based rock frontrunners LANSDOWNE are premiering their new single “Bury Me”!

Only a few weeks ago, LANSDOWNE have surprised fans with their recent single release, “Safeword” (Listen/Download HERE!), now, the band reveals about their powerful, new anthem “Bury Me”: “So many of us find ourselves in toxic relationships. The saying is true, ‘hurt people hurt people.’ Loving somebody shouldn’t be painful and should never make you second guess your worth. Know your value. Know that you’re worth loving. Leave and never look back. You deserve better.”

“Bury Me” is now available on all digital services at THIS LOCATION!

Ever since they took the rock world by storm, LANSDOWNE built its name the old fashioned way – on the road; having performed countless shows internationally, including a 2007 tour for the troops across Kyrgyzstan, Afghanistan, and Kuwait, as well as sharing the stage with rock heavyweights such as Theory of a Deadman, Puddle of Mudd, Creed, Black Stone Cherry, Ice Nine Kills, Pop Evil, to name just a few. Make sure to see them live, when they will hit the road with Swedish rock queens Thundermother, kicking off this November! Find all upcoming live dates listed below.

In  more than 15 years of an impressive band career, LANSDOWNE have achieved two billboard charting radio singles, over 100 million streams and views, and have licensed songs to major brands such as iRobot, the NFL, MTV, and more. Comprised of Jon Ricci (Vocals), Shaun Lichtenstein (Lead Guitar / Vocals), Glenn Mungo (Drums), Josh Waterman (Guitar / Vocals), and Mike LaRoche (Bass), LANSDOWNE have been a force to be reckoned with since emerging into the music scene in 2006.

Their latest album, Medicine, that has been lauded by both fans and music press alike, was released on February 3, 2023 via AFM Records. Order your copy of this must-have album, one that belongs into every well-sorted rock record collection, at THIS LOCATION!

LANSDOWNE live, with THUNDERMOTHER:
24.11.2023 DE München / Backstage
25.11.2023 DE Köln / Live Music Hall
26.11.2023 CH Bern / Bierhübeli
28.11.2023 DE Aschaffenburg / Colos-Saal
29.11.2023 FR Paris / Petit Bain
01.12.2023 DE Memmingen / Kaminwerk
02.12.2023 DE Hannover / Capitol
03.12.2023 NL Utrecht / De Helling

For More Info Visit:
http://www.lansdownemusic.com
http://www.facebook.com/lansdownemusic
http://www.afm-records.de

SKY EMPIRE (Feat. Jeff Scott Soto) Unleash New Album “The Shifting Tectonic Plates of Power – Part One”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on October 28, 2023
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British progressive metal outfit SKY EMPIRE has released their sophomore studio album “The Shifting Tectonic Plates of Power – Part One” via Swedish label ViciSolum Productions. Listen to the full album HERE

Drawing inspiration from legendary bands such as Deep Purple, Rainbow, Yes, Rush, and Journey, as well as modern metal and progressive acts like Iron Maiden, Pantera, Dream Theater, and Symphony X, Sky Empire has crafted a unique musical identity that appeals to a wide range of listeners. Produced by the band’s mastermind, Drazic Lecutier, and mastered at the prestigious Abbey Road Studios by Sean Magee (known for his work with Iron Maiden, Rush, The Beatles, Journey, and more), this album is a testament to the band’s commitment to delivering a top-notch sonic experience. Featuring legendary Jeff Scott Soto (Yngwie J. Malmsteen, Talisman, Journey) on vocals, the band has succeeded in creating an album that will certainly appeal to fans of the progressive heavy rock/metal of the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s, but also to fans of the new-age equilibrism of prog artists like Tesseract, Haken or Vola.

Track listing:

  1. Prolegomenon: The Encomium of Creation
  2. On The Shores of Hallowed Haven
  3. The Emissary
  4. Into My Father’s Eyes
  5. Wayfarer
  6. The Last Days of Planet Fantasy
  7. House of Cards

“The Shifting Tectonic Plates of Power – Part One” is out now on ViciSolum Productions and available for purchase at THIS LOCATION

SKY EMPIRE Line-Up:
Jeff Scott Soto – Vocals
Daz Lecutier – Guitars
Remi Jalabert – Drums, Percussion
Tom Hobson – Keyboards
Dan Jones – Bass

For more info visit:
https://www.facebook.com/SkyEmpireMusic/
https://www.instagram.com/skyempireofficial
https://skyempire-uk.bandcamp.com/
http://www.vicisolum.com
https://www.facebook.com/vicisolumproductions/

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