“Alone In The Dark” is the second single by Finnish synth-pop band DREADSUNSHINE. The single is released in cooperation with Secret Entertainment.
The band’s mastermind Tero Hautamäki comments: “Alone In The Dark” tells about the sleepless nights when you think about your life choices and all the mistakes you have done. Vocalist Hanna Ingo (Palifornia Blaze) lends her beautiful voice to the song.”
Dreadsunshine is a band by Tero Hautamäki (Marraskuun Lapset, Pastorin Jämät, Wasteland & Hellyysagrrressio) where he takes a deep dive out from his comfort zone and does 80’s influenced electronic music.
Line-up on Alone in the Dark: Tero Hautamäki: Guitars, composition & lyrics Mika Kangas: Keyboards & arrangement Hanna Ingo: Vocals
Norway’s AETERNUS announce “Philosopher” as the title of its ninth studio album and successor to 2018’s “Heathen”. The album will be released on November 17th on Agonia Records. A European & UK tour with Gorgoroth will follow the same month.
AETERNUS was formed by Ares in 1993 in Bergen, Norway, and pioneered the genre known as Dark Metal; combining Black Metal and Death Metal with elements of classical and folk music. The band creates its trademark sound by layering superlative guitar playing and haunting, melodic interludes. Its current line-up comprises guitarist/vocalist Ares, guitarist Gorm, bassist Eld and drummer Phobos (amongst whom are present and former members of Gorgoroth, Immortal (live) and Gaahls Wyrd).
“Philosopher” was recorded, produced & mixed by the band & Herbrand Larsen at Conclave & Earshot Studios (Immortal, Enslaved) and mastered by Lawrence Mackrory at Rorysound Studio (Bloodbath, Vomitory). The cover artwork, illustrations and layout was crafted by Mar.A. (Cultes Des Ghoules, Deus Mortem).
The album’s first single and opening track, “Existentialist Hunter”, will be released alongside a music video in the coming weeks.
Tracklisting: 1. Existentialist Hunter 2. World Bleak Nepotism 3. The Intentionality of Unitigated Evil 4. Void of Venom 5. Wresting Worm 6. The Luciferian Architect 7. Carving the Pristine Anomie
Following an ambitious multi-year tour that saw the band bring their heavy metal power to Europe, Canada and the USA, October 27, 2023 sees Australian heavy metal act ELM STREET finally return with their third studio album: “The Great Tribulation”! The album will be released as CD Digipak, Ltd. Vinyl LP and Digital formats through Massacre Records, the pre-sale is available at THIS LOCATION!
After the four-piece shared a previously-released, first single, “Take The Night”, today, ELM STREET presents a brand new music video for “The Price Of War”! The second single from “The Great Tribulation” is a thrash / groove metal hybrid, capturing the band looking at the state of conflict overseas and questioning who are the real winners and losers (if there are any in war). The song is propelled by Tomislav Perkovic’s lightning-pace double bass for a machine-gun intro before the band locks into a groove, with a melodic and technical middle section showcasing the band’s musical dexterity. The term “The Price Of War” is multi-dimensional, it not only addresses those who profit from the business of war,” the band states, “but also highlights the human cost of fighting for someone else’s gain.
A soundtrack for troubled times, or a charred mirror reflecting the state of the world today, “The Great Tribulation” provides commentary on the darker side of life, and pairs it with the band’s most ambitious and hard-hitting music to date. While ELM STREET‘s first two albums, “Barbed Wire Metal” and “Knock ‘Em Out… With A Metal Fist”, have both been revered as modern classics by fans of traditional-flavoured heavy metal, “The Great Tribulation” seeks to take the template set by the two albums preceding it, and amplifies it by several notches, resulting in the band’s most powerful, complex, and heavy performances recorded to date. Everything about “The Great Tribulation” encapsulates a band at the peak of their powers, ELM STREET have left no stone un-turned in expressing their diverse musical palette, resulting in a wide-ranging collection of songs that stand tall individually, but extremely powerful as a collective unit.
Album number three from the thunder from down under may be well received by old fans and new alike and will set a very high benchmark for what to expect in the future. If you are a fan of classic powerhouses like Helloween, Judas Priest, Hammerfall, or Manowar, get ready for the ride of your life!
“The Great Tribulation” was recorded at Melbourne’s legendary Sing Sing Studios, in fact, may be one of the last albums recorded in its current location. Luke Cincotta (Airbourne, The Amity Affliction, Butterfly Effect, Karnivool, Northlane) was the master behind the recording desk, and German legend Michael Mainx (Toxpack, Tankard, Destruction) mixed the album. The striking front cover was painted by Andreas Marschall (Kreator, In Flames, Sodom, Blind Guardian), and the album design and additional artwork provided by Dark Prince Graphix.
“The Great Tribulation” track listing:
Seven Sirens
Take The Night
The Price Of War
If Provoked, Will Strike
Behind The Eyes Of Evil
The Last Judgement
The Darker Side Of Blue
A State Of Fear
ELM STREET is: Ben Batres – Vocals, Rhythm Guitar Aaron Adie – Lead Guitar Nick Ivkovic – Bass Guitar Tomislav Perkovic – Drums
Traditional American Heavy Metal band CORNERS OF SANCTUARY (COS) have released a new video for their latest cover single, “Crazy Horses.” The band’s take on the 1972 Osmonds’ classic is a modern supercharged version, highlighting the song’s original rock appeal.
“This song was a milestone in The Osmonds’ catalog, in my opinion,” said COS guitarist Mick Michaels. “It’s always been a song that has had so much power and drive to it, but never got the recognition it deserved from the rock community… we wanted to honor that in our way.”
“Crazy Horses” appears on the digital only EP, “Taking Cover,” available on SODEH Records. “Taking Cover” is COS‘ collection of cover songs. The EP officially released on August 15th and is available on most popular streaming platforms.
Corners of Sanctuary continues to roll through the remainder of 2023, recently supporting Sponge and opening for Mike Tramp among others in October. See schedule below.
COS will be dropping their annual Holiday single on November 21st along with a Merry Metal Xmas X bundle package. The band is also working on completing a new original EP, “Metal Up,” set to begin dropping singles in January 2024.
Show Schedule: September 30th 8pm The Rusty Nail Metal to the Max Night Ardmore, PA
October 13th 7pm Reverb w/ Mike Tramp Reading, PA
October 21st 8pm Kaycee Ray’s Sports Bar & Pub w/Denim and Leather Vineland, NJ
November 11th Veteran’s Metalfest Bar XIII Wilmington, DE
November 25th 8pm Keystone Stage Toys for Tots Event Scranton, PA
January 6th 8pm The Rusty Nail w/Last Pharaoh Ardmore, PA
February 24th 8pm Halftime Sports Bar w/Spread Eagle Newark, DE
TOMORROW’S OUTLOOK are set to release their new album “Black Waves” later this year, on their own record label, Sörvik Rock Music.
The 10-track follow-up to 2018’s “A Voice Unheard” is mixed and mastered by Sascha Paeth (Avantasia/Masters Of Ceremony) and includes the first single, “Wait for the Sun”, the official music video for which can be seen below.
The concept behind the video:
After her execution by decapitation, the soul of the murderess Anna awakens aboard Draugen’s boat confused and with no memory of her ill deeds. Draugen is a mythical creature from northern Norwegian tradition, the spirit of a drowned fisherman come to warn of death – or cause it. Eternally they sail in perpetual night, always waiting for the sun. He takes her to the place of her execution where for a brief moment she finds hope in the beginning light of morning, only to have that hope torn away as the memories come flooding back. She returns to the boat to remain in the darkness of the spirit realm forever.
Black Waves is a concept album based on real events from the coastal region surrounding the Gressholman peninsula, stretching from 1748 to the early 1900s. We hear the deeply shocking story of a brutal double murder which shook a small community, and also about a once vital and important trading post which met its ultimate end in a fire centuries later. The stories are mostly told through the eyes of the people involved, whose stories are guided by the superstitions, fears, and beliefs native to the northern part of Norway.
‘Black Waves’ track listing:
Eventide Oceans of Sadness Black Hearts and Roses in Snow Black Waves Silver Ghost Wait for the Sun Lament of the Damned When Falls the Axe The Monument The Calm (Aria cover)
Tomorrow’s Outlook is based in northern Norway and is one of the most hardworking and aspiring bands in their region.
The band uses the term Arctic heavy metal to describe its music, which is heavily influenced by their homeland both in its somewhat gloomy sound and lyrical themes.
After 15 years as a studio project, core members and songwriting partners Trond Nicolaisen, Andreas Stenseth and Øystein Kvile Hanssen decided to take it to the next level and form an actual band. They completed the lineup with singer Tony Johannessen (Thunderbolt), drummer Owe Lingvall (Nocturnal Rites) and guitarist Valentino Francavilla (White Skull).
Owe Lingvall (Dreamday Media) and Konstantin Smirnov (Frogtown) were in charge of capturing the atmosphere of the video single. The storyline was shot at Gressholman by Andreas Ursin Hellebust. All concepts by Tomorrow’s Outlook.
Additionally, Rado Javor, who created previous works for the band, including 2018’s “A Voice Unheard”, provided the record’s magnificent artwork.
Heavy rock sensations BAD As have unleashed their new album “Fight The Demons”, out now in digital and physical formats via Wormholedeath. In Japan the album will be released on October 31st.
Band’s vocalist John Jeff Touch shared: “Aaaand boom💥💥💥 We’re super excited about the long awaited release of our NEW “Bad As” album “Fight The Demons” by Wormholedeath/ Warner on 23.09.2023 ! Get your Copy NOW, feel the exploding energy of every song and sing along with us in our upcoming shows ! ! It’s a very special album combining hard rock, heavy metal and prog rock! See you on the road! 🤘🔥🤘”
Get your LIMITED EDITION or Digipack CD with booklet or Digital download at
“Fight The Demons” is a testament to Bad As’ unwavering commitment to their craft. The album features 11 outstanding and catchy rock/metal songs that showcase the band’s signature style. With each track, Bad As takes listeners on a thrilling journey filled with hard-hitting riffs, captivating vocals, and dynamic musicality.
“Fight The Demons” tracklist 1 Fear 2 You Better Run 3 The War is On 4 Fight The Demons 5 Nemesis 6 Where Did The Love Go 7 Inside A Dream 8 Awake 9 As I Walk Away 10 The Answer 11 Free
Current Line-up: John Jeff Touch – vocals Alberto Rigoni – bass Leonardo Caverzan – guitar Iacopo Bergamasco – drums
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Previous news:
BAD As have posted online a drum playthrough video, where their 15 years old drummer Iacopo Bergamasco is performing ‘Black Star’, taken from the band’s 2019 album “Midnight Curse”. Watch the drum playthrough video here: https://youtu.be/0xeBttpE690
Just recently, BAD As released their heavy rock tribute cover ‘The Best’, paying homage to the iconic TINA TURNER, a true legend in the world of music. With her unmatched energy, powerful vocals, and electrifying stage presence, Tina captivated audiences worldwide, leaving an indelible mark on the industry. In case you missed it, watch it here: https://youtu.be/IB26heVRrVA
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BAD As (formerly known as BADASS), consists of extraordinary talent, including vocalist John Jeff Touch, bassist Alberto Rigoni, new guitarist Leonardo Caverzan, and new drummer Iacopo Bergamasco. With their original blend of musical prowess and relentless energy, the band has garnered a dedicated global fan base and critical acclaim throughout their career.
Their upcoming album, “Fight The Demons,” marks a pivotal moment in Bad As musical journey. Set to drop in September 2023 via WormHoleDeath Records/Warner, this album is going to blow fans away with its incredible tracks that will take their musical experience to a whole new level. Get ready to be amazed as Bad As pushes the boundaries of the genre and delivers an impressive collection of songs.
“We are looking forward to hitting the road and playing our music for our fans,” said the band. “We hope to see you all out there.”
Earlier Releases: Crucified Society – Album, Released: March 17 2020 via SlipTrick Records Midnight Curse – Album, Released: November 30th 2019 via RockShot RecordRigoni More Pain, More Gain – Album, Released: April 15th 2016 via Lion Music
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Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
