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VIOLET BREED Release Official Music Video for Latest Single ‘Sing’

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Violet Breed return with their fifth single “SING,” an electrifying rock anthem with music and lyrics written by Alex Gonzato & Brian Wheat, that blends alternative and classic rock influences with a bold modern edge. From the very first note, the track commands the attention of the listener. Driven by an anthemic chorus- layered in melodic vocal harmonies, soaring gritty guitars and thunderous drums that create an undeniable sense of urgency. It’s clear that with this latest release the band have explored a heavier and rebellious rock sound.

Today, the band has released the official music video for “SING.”

“SING” is available now on all major streaming platforms!

With its chant-like hook and high-energy delivery, “SING” is an uplifting rock song about using your voice as a rallying cry. Standing up for yourself and others around you urging listeners to break free from the routine and restrictions of everyday life and spreading a message of hope.

With bassist and founding member Brian Wheat at the helm of the track’s production and engineering, Violet Breed’s sound is pushed to its maximum potential- establishing a polished authentic sound that highlights the raw emotion and vocal performance of lead singer AleX.

Violet Breed continue to carve out their place within the alternative rock scene. “SING” showcases a sound that is both refreshingly urgent and unapologetically bold, marking an exciting new chapter for the band as they push their creative boundaries.

The release follows the band’s strong momentum, building on the success of their first four singles:

“Awake” reached #14 on the SMR Charts and #28 on Mediabase Activator

“10 Years Sober” charted at #24 on SMR and #36 on Mediabase Activator

“Endless Days” reached #18 on the SMR Charts and #37 on Mediabase Activator

“Stay Away” reached #14 on the SMR Charts and #38 on Mediabase Activator- Total Audience:180,000

“Awake” & “Endless Days” featured on Joe Elliot’s (Def Leppard) Sirius XFM & Planet Rock Radio Show

The first 4 music videos have surpassed 960k views

Violet Breed represents a powerful collaboration between Wheat, a seasoned rock icon, and AleX, a fresh and dynamic voice in the music industry. The pair have spent the last five years meticulously crafting an album that draws from their own life experiences, creating music that resonates with listeners of all ages. With honest and emotive lyrics, Violet Breed’s sound blends rich rock and pop influences, promising a unique and compelling listening experience.

The debut album showcases the musical prowess of the duo. Fans of both Tesla and AleX will be eager to hear the new material, as Violet Breed looks to make a significant impact on the global music scene.

Brian and AleX are able to tap into experiences from these diverse generations, which add to the depth of the music they produce. Their passion and inspiration for music is born from a shared love for records by The Beatles, Paul McCartney, Queen, and My Chemical Romance. Influences from these bands is subtly interwoven into their music.

For More Information Please Visit: Official Website – Facebook – Instagram – X – Linktree

THE CRUEL INTENTIONS Release Music Video for ‘Triple Threat’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 23, 2026

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The Cruel Intentions release music video from the featured track “Triple Threat” from their latest album “All Hail Hypocrisy”!

The video was shot at the release-concerts in Bodø and Oslo, two epic nights of rock and celebration at the end of May. Filmed and edited by Marcus Undhagen at Sinus Stormen Bodø, Revolver Oslo and at Lucky L Tattoo in Bodø.

The song is playful, teasing, fast and dark. And even if it’s a fast paced punk-rock song this might be the most complex song on the album: From the small signature changes/up and down tempo, metal breakdowns, groovy solo; all makes the dynamic and diverge mix of parts in this song, which has already established itself as a live favorite.

And then we of course have the three words in the chorus, which is so cliche that it works. Why just not say it like it is?
It’s about the consequences of having too much of a good time. The dark side of the temptations that we all encounter when we sell our bodies to the night! The perils of rock n roll decadence, as a famous band once said; We’ve all been there.

THE CRUEL INTENTIONS ARE:
Lizzy DeVine – Vocals & Guitar
Kristian Solhaug – Guitar
Mats Wernerson- Bass
Robin Nilsson – Drums

ABOUT THE CRUEL INTENTIONS
The last couple of years have seen explosive growth in The Cruel Intentions’ popularity. Heavy touring, energetic live shows, paired with the release of critically acclaimed music and major placements in popular series, have seen the band grow into a favorite with fans and media alike.

Their rise hasn’t gone unnoticed. With over 13 million Spotify streams, 247K monthly listeners, 413K fans in 173 countries, and 2.2+ million YouTube views, the band’s footprint is unmistakable.

Their songs “Jawbreaker,” “Sick Adrenaline,” “Borderline Crazy,” “Reapercussion,” and “Reckoning” are all heavily featured across seasons 1 and 2 of the HBO/DC Comics hit “Peacemaker”, earning them worldwide exposure and public praise from the show’s director and DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn, who openly calls The Cruel Intentions one of his favorite bands.

The band’s momentum has taken them across Europe, the UK, Australia, and the US, including major festivals such as Sweden Rock Festival, Tons of Rock, Summer Breeze, Monsters of Rock Cruise (x2) and The Mountain Festival (US). Their name has graced the pages of Rolling Stone, Billboard, Classic Rock Magazine, and countless rock radios and webzines.

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TEMIC Announce 2026 Tour Dates with Very Special Guests KINGCROW

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 23, 2026

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True to their name, TEMIC are a dream come true for prog fans. The supergroup features current and former members of Devin Townsend, Mike Portnoy’s Shattered Fortress, Neal Morse Band, Haken, SHINING and Maraton. Now, after topping charts in the Netherlands and reaching #15 on the iTunes Worldwide Metal chart upon debuting in 2023, the band are officially beginning to plant the seeds for their highly-anticipated second album.

Today, TEMIC are announcing a 2026 European tour. During this run with Season of Mist labelmates and very special guests Kingcrow, the prog supergroup will perform songs from their soon-to-be-announced new album, as well as fan favorites from Terror Management Theory.

“We love playing live. For us, each show is a real occasion where the music truly comes alive and the connection between the band and audience becomes something special”, TEMIC says. “We can’t wait to get back on stage and share new music with our audience”.

TEMIC Autumnal Offerings 2026 European Tour
with very special guests Kingcrow

October 17 – Toulouse, FR @ Ready For Prog Festival
October 18 – Pratteln, CH @ Z7
October 19 – Munich, DE @ Backstage
October 20 – Maastricht, NL @ Muziekgieterij
October 21 – Paris, FR @ Backstage By The Mill
October 22 – Rüsselsheim, DE @ Das Rind
October 24 – Toruń, PL @ Art Rock Festival

More dates to be announced soon.

Terror Management Theory is out now on Season of Mist

Order: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/Temic
Stream: https://orcd.co/tmtpresave

Watch TEMIC perform live favorite “Paradigm”:

Kingcrow’s latest album Hopium is out now on Season of Mist. Order & stream: https://orcd.co/kingcrowhopium

Introducing TEMIC—prog’s newest, most ambitious, and most adrenaline-fueled act. TEMIC melds the creative minds of keyboardist and sound designer Diego Tejeida (Devin Townsend, Mike Portnoy’s Shattered Fortress, ex-Haken), guitarist Eric Gillette (The Neal Morse Band, Mike Portnoy’s Shattered Fortress), drummer Simen Sandnes (SHINING, Arkentype), bassist Miguel Pereira (Withem, Big City) and vocalist Fredrik Klemp (Maraton, 22).

The origins of TEMIC date back to 2017, when Tejeida and Gillette toured the world as band members of Mike Portnoy’s Shattered Fortress. From the very first chords they exchanged, their musical chemistry both on and off stage was undeniable, leading them to discuss the prospect of starting a new band together. Unfortunately, conflicting tour and recording commitments forced them to turn their attention elsewhere for years—that is, until the world came to a standstill in 2020, and Tejeida called Gillette to ask a fateful question:
“Remember how we said we should make music together? Well, how about now?”

Thus, the first demos for what would later become TEMIC’s 2023 debut album, Terror Management Theory, began to emerge. Within a few weeks after that initial phone call, the musical vision of TEMIC had become clear: Let’s create progressive music that is heavily influenced by high-energy electronic music, but arranged and orchestrated for a 5-piece modern prog rock/metal band—where, at last, the pulse can be the focus, and the vocal melody can be king.

Eager to join forces with the very best bandmates, Tejeida and Gillette first summoned the rhythmic power of their friend and drummer Sandnes. With characteristic enthusiasm, Sandnes seized the opportunity, prepared to contribute his percussive prowess as the heartbeat of TEMIC. When it came time to find the singer that would carry TEMIC’s melodies to new heights, Sandnes recommended vocal powerhouse Klemp, whose emotive delivery and unmatched intensity left no doubt that he was destined to be the voice of TEMIC. Finally, to round out the rhythm section of Terror Management Theory, dynamic bassist Jacob Umansky (Intervals) was invited on board as a guest player, gracing the album with an unrivaled groove and a signature low-end sound.

Together, this mammoth lineup is TEMIC, a high-energy, electronic-inspired, modern melodic prog metal band for the next generation.

Line-up:
Eric Gillette (The Neal Morse Band, Mike Portnoy’s Shattered Fortress) – Guitars and Backing Vocals
Diego Tejeida (Devin Townsend, Mike Portnoy’s Shattered Fortress, ex-Haken) – Keyboards and Sound Design
Simen Sandnes (Shining, Arkentype) – Drums and Percussion
Fredrik Bergersen Klemp (Maraton, 22) – Vocals
Miguel Pereira – Bass (Withem, Big City)

Recording Studio: Drums and vocals recorded at Top Floor Studios (Gothenburg, Sweden)
Producer: Produced by TEMIC. Drums and vocals engineered by Jakob Herrmann in Gothenburg, Sweden)
Mix/Mastering: Mixed and mastered by Rich Mouser at The Mouse House (Los Angeles, USA)

Guest musicians:
Jacob Umansky (USA) – Bass guitar on the whole album
Mosaic Gospel Choir (Norway) – Mothallah
Garden State Threshold Choir (USA) – Mothallah

Cover artwork: Hicham Hamzi

Follow TEMIC
Official Website: https://temicband.com
Bandcamp: https://temic.bandcamp.com/album/terror-management-theory
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/21VXRBFEQrR6Xrot1y5t7I
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TEMICBAND
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/temicband
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaslvfVCVrV4cdARmdiQKGg

VANAHEIM Announce European Tour & Start Pre-Order for New Album “Roede Voor De Borst”

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Vanaheim, an international storytelling caravan, has its roots in the land of the far sight, namely the Netherlands, in the city of Tilburg. Since their founding in 2015, the quintet has been on an everlasting journey through foreign lands, to spread folktales of their own.

Today, Vanaheim kick-off the pre-order for their upcoming new album “Roede voor de Borst”, which is set to be released on September 4th. It will be released on a Digipak CD as well as a colored Vinyl. You can also find a black vinyl version exclusivly in the Bandshop, as well as the Labelshop on Bandcamp, which also offers an exclusive shirt as a bundle.

Pre-Order “Roede voor de Borst” here: https://save-it.cc/fireflash/roede-voor-de-borst
Get the album incl. Merch Bundles on Bandcamp: https://ff-vanaheim.bandcamp.com/album/roede-voor-de-borst

However, there is more fantastic news from the VANAHEIM camp: the folk metal band has announced that they will be going on a European tour this autumn, supporting TYR, TWILIGHT FORCE and DRAGONLAND.

“We are absolutely stoked to be part of the Valhalla Calling European tour. In fact, our first European tour ever, with 25 shows in 15 countries! At the same time, we are proud to call Rock The Nation our new official partner in all manners booking. The Valhalla Calling European tour will take us and our upcoming concept album “Roede voor de Borst”, which will be released on the 4th September 2026 through Fireflash Records, to many countries we have never played in before, like Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Poland, Hungary, Croatia and Italy. Visitors of the tour can expect absolute folk metal madness from our side, with a brand new live show, new songs, new concept fitting merchandise and an energetic performance that raises the excitement with every song. Don’t miss your chance to witness how we engulf Europe with epicness”, comments the band

Order your tickets for the European tour here: https://linktr.ee/roede_voor_de_borst

More VANAHEIM live-shows:
26.06.2026 – Kisslegg (GER) – Aaargh Festival
03.07.2026 – Vorselaar (BE) – Na Fir Bolg
04.09.2026 – Brüggen (GER) – Bongert Open Air

On September 4th, 2026, Vanaheim will release their highly anticipated follow-up concept album, which carries the name “Roede voor de Borst” together with a new band design and lyrics that tell a tragic, emotional but engaging story. The new album features top musicians like Coen Janssen of Epica and Nils Fischer of Eluveitie, who enhanced the band’s sound with their performances on all new tracks. The Dutch luminary of all things symphonic and melodic metal, aka Joost van den Broek produced, recorded and mixed the album before it was mastered by Finnish mastering legend Mika Jussila in Helsinki.

“Roede voor de Borst” involves the listener in an immersive storyline about regrets, despair, hope and salvation. A musical journey full of surprises coated by a Dutch 19th century setting that pulls you deep into a book of untold legends. The Dutch vocals award these songs with an emotional honesty which leads every sung word directly under your skin. With a rousing mix of symphonic heaviness, elegant folk-inspired melodies and grounding death metal riffs, Roede voor de Borst represents the next level of Vanaheim and a new level of epic folk metal.

Check out the first two singles & videos:
“De Overtocht”
Stream/Download: https://save-it.cc/fireflash/de-overtocht
Watch video: https://youtu.be/8L_9-T8PPJY

“Eendracht Maakt Macht”
Stream/Download: https://save-it.cc/fireflash/eendracht-maakt-macht
Watch the lyric video: https://youtu.be/jdBsVZW5Xxk

VANAHEIM is:
Zino van Leerdam – Vocals
Michael van Eck – Guitar
Mike Seidel – Bass
Rikke Linssen – Violin
Bram Trommelen – Drums

VANAHEIM online:
https://vanaheim.nl/
https://www.facebook.com/VanaheimBand/
http://instagram.com/vanaheimofficial/
https://www.tiktok.com/@vanaheimband
https://vanaheim-official-merch.myshopify.com/

OUTLIER Release New Single + Video ‘Become The Disease’

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OUTLIER release their powerful new single, “Become The Disease,” and an accompanying music video that visually amplifies the song’s descent into addiction, excess, and self-destruction. The track dives deep into the internal struggle between desire and consequence, delivering a relentless sonic assault that captures the weight of personal demons and the allure of surrendering to them.

“Become the Disease is a confession from the monster staring back in the mirror,” Joey Arena explains. “It’s about chasing fulfillment through excess, feeding the hunger that can never be satisfied, and embracing the poison long before searching for the cure.“

The song confronts the uncomfortable reality of becoming the very thing that threatens to consume you, inviting listeners to examine the darker corners of their own humanity.

“Become The Disease” is available now on all major streaming platforms.

For more information, music, and upcoming announcements, follow Outlier on social media and streaming services.

Stream “Become the Disease”

Outlier Shows:
Hosting the first annual “SCREAMIERE” @ Anthology (1,000 cap premiere venue) in Rochester, NY 8/29/26. The first of many that will grow into a convention/event that will forever be evolving.

Honing in on a modern sound while consistently setting themselves apart from the mainstream, Outlier prides themselves on creating exemplary rock and metal music backed by a rapidly growing fanbase. Outlier has earned millions of on demand streams across DSP platforms as well as more than 6 million views of user generated content on YouTube alone. In addition to their loyal fan base, the band has caught attention through achieving features in major media outlets such as Revolver, Loudwire, Alternative Press, Decibel and ABC News.

Continually hitting the Billboard charts, Outlier has been able to spread their sound nationwide through constant spins on FM radio and months of regular rotation on SiriusXM Octane– launching them into the forefront of their genre. Outlier has had 8 singles featured on SiriusXM Octane; “Who We Are”, “Buried Me Alive”, “Blame The Dead”, “Living Dead”, “Heartless”, “Dead Man Running”, “Warriors” featuring Chris Motionless and “Creature of the Night” winning the hearts of satellite radio listeners across the country and emphasizes the bands ability to stay creative while maintaining an ever-growing fanbase.

For More Information Please Visit: Official Website – Instagram – Facebook – X – YouTube

BADSQUATCH Releases New Single ‘FCK’ from Upcoming Album

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Yet another bold release from brand new artist BADSQUATCH, the third single from his upcoming album (due in late 2026) embodies the word ”bold” in the song’s name alone. Now he’s dropping a monstrously heavy track, simply titled “FCK”, directly after the light-hearted second single that was a fun and groovy 80’s workout tune.

It’s getting more and more obvious that this artist doesn’t play by the rules that the industry has long been calling for: consistent sound and easy-to-swallow material. Instead, this new release is once again completely removed and different from the first two, with huge sounding guitars, dark and thundering basslines complementing brooding drums,
and a rock vocal performance that truly digs deep with not only timbre and delivery, but also an honest vulnerability.

This song, with its connotations toward an expletive for a title, ironically, does not contain a single explicit word in the lyrics aside from the allusion in the name of the piece itself. Instead, the words craft a picture of the gut-wrenching moment one feels their heart fully break.

This text of such a powerful yet dreaded moment in life is painted with music sounding reminiscent of alarms and panic going off inside the head and heart. The guitars sweep from ear to ear in the mix, utilizing whammy and wah pedals to create a really eerie baseline before things come crashing in with the frantic energy of heavier and heavier riffs. All of this sets the stage for the big man to belt out a story about his experience and relationship with pain itself.

Considering the title of this song along with the full picture of the music and lyrics, this next release helps illuminate just a little more of this curious, new artist. BADSQUATCH seems to be carefully orchestrating which songs he’s sharing with us first, pushing the envelope of industry norms in modern release strategies, addressing uncomfortable subjects once again, and sharing what appears to be deeply personal moments in genre-defying aural statements. When asked about his inspirations behind the music, BADSQUATCH’s usual reply is that he’s simply sharing his
experiences on the very personal journey that is discovering what it actually means to be human, and there’s nothing more human than heartbreak.

STREAM “FCK” HERE

Upcoming Tour Dates:

June 23rd at Goose’s Bar and Grill – Papillion, NE
June 25th at Ruhlman’s Steakhouse – Ashland, NE
June 26th at Hurrdat Sports Bar – Papillion, NE
June 27th at Loess Hills Harley Davidson – Pacific Junction, IA
June 30th at Reverb Lounge with Smile Empty Soul – Omaha, NE
July 3rd at Harney Street Tavern – Omaha, NE
July 10th at Brokedown Palace – Omaha, NE
July 17th – July 19th at Paradise Tropical Restaurant and Bar – Sunrise Beach, MO

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