Hungarian atmospheric black metal band WitcheR presented an unusual cover song from their upcoming new album.
The band covered the legendary and well-known Moonlight Sonata by Ludwig van Beethoven in their own style, which will be the last track on the ‘Lélekharang’ album arriving in October.
The new album will be released on 8th October on CD and tape by Filosofem Records, followed by a vinyl release on 15th October by Beverina Productions.
Rock’n’Roll is a trip, not a destination…we all know how the saying goes! THE DEAD DAISIES continue their journey towards 2023 with new music, virtual performances and adventures.
To celebrate their upcoming US Fall Tour, THE DEAD DAISIES have unleashed a video for their latest single “Face Your Fear” from the upcoming album ‘RADIANCE’, watch it below.
“This song is about making peace with your personal fears and not fighting its grip. The intense groove and two chord simplicity is a great Album opener!” – Glenn Hughes
Hook driven by Doug and David’s dual guitars, Brian’s monstrous beats and Glenn’s rock-solid bass and unmatched vocal intensity ‘Face Your Fear’ is going to rock your socks off!
The Dead Daisies have gone from strength to strength since the release of their self-titled album in 2013. They have released five studio, one live and one covers album to a growing army of fans worldwide and are praised by the global media in an era where Rock has been declared dead time and time again.
The band’s DNA includes an amazing collective of players that includes John Corabi, Marco Mendoza, Richard Fortus, Dizzy Reed, Tommy Clufetos, Frank Ferrer, Darryl Jones, Charley Drayton, Deen Castronovo and Jon Stevens amongst others. They’ve also shared the stage with some of the biggest names in Rock including Kiss, Guns N‘ Roses, Scorpions, Aerosmith, Bad Company, Whitesnake, ZZ Top and the Hollywood Vampires.
The Daisies started their next chapter in 2019 welcoming Glenn Hughes, also known as “The Voice Of Rock“. Glenn took over lead vocals and bass guitar, joining guitarists Doug Aldrich and David Lowy. The monstrous, hard-hitting, powerhouse drummer, Brian Tichy (Ozzy Osbourne/ Whitesnake) has returned to the line-up for 2022.
With the addition of Glenn Hughes, The Daisies supercharge their front line through his rock solid bass grooves and unmatched vocal intensity. As all fans know, the man is a true original, inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame, with a rich history of music that features heavy weights like Deep Purple and Black Country Communion as well as a successful solo career. One might say: “They don’t build rockers like him anymore”.
Followers can expect more High-Voltage Rock songs, indomitable grooves and spellbinding lyrics, all the ingredients that have made this music so timeless, out-living trends of the modern day. The sound of The Dead Daisies is entrenched in the Hard Rock way of life we all love but as a living, breathing rock band, they are constantly evolving & bringing new dynamics to a classic style.
They’ve conducted multiple headline tours throughout Europe, Japan, South & North America and conquered some of the worlds’ most prestigious festivals such as Download, Wacken, Graspop, Sweden Rock as well as Woodstock Poland, where they played the notable Concert for Peace with a 60-piece orchestra in front of over 300,000 people in 2017. Significantly, they were the first American Rock band welcomed back to Cuba after the embargo was lifted in 2015.
It’s the uplifting experience of a live show that makes Rock music so encompassing and where The Dead Daisies always deliver. Their concerts are known for creating a special connection between the players and their audience, giving life to each other, singing, screaming and relishing in the moment!!!
‘Unspoken’ was the first single from the new album ‘Holy Ground’. Released in April 2020, the song received global media praise and accolades with a record number of streams on Spotify and plays on YouTube in its first two weeks of release. It definitely broke the silence! This was followed by ‘Bustle and Flow’ in September breaking new ground on the US Classic Rock Chart, the Billboard Mainstream Rock Indicator chart and the Foundations Chart. The third single ‘Holy Ground’ was released on December 4th to immediate airplay on ‘A’ playlists on commercial and digital radio across the globe. ‘Chosen and Justified’, the fourth single from Holy Ground was released on March 5th to immediate airplay around the planet!
In July 2020, The Lockdown Sessions EP was released with four stripped back semi-acoustic tracks, ‘Unspoken’, ‘Fortunate Son’, ‘Righteous Days’ and an amazing version of the Humble Pie classic, ’30 Days In The Hole’ with Glenn and Doug.
The new album ‘Holy Ground’, released on 22nd January 2021, was recorded by Producer Ben Grosse at La Fabrique Studio in the South of France. It features eleven hard hitting songs that through time will stand up as the finest body of work the band has completed to date. Featuring infectious grooves from ‘Like No Other’ to sending chills down your spine in the atmospheric ‘Far Away’, it’s easy to see why both fans and critics are blown away by this album. Returning to the lineup, powerhouse drummer Tommy Clufetos who played on the fifth single ‘Like No Other’ 2021 released on May 7th hit Top 20 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Indicator Chart and Top 10 on the Foundations Secondary Market Rock Chart. He joined the band on their Get Out Of The House US dates in June/July 2021.
A free to play mobile game ‘Daisys Revenge’ was launched in May taking the graphics and narrative from the bands chart topping music video ‘Bustle And Flow’ and set to a soundtrack of rock music from the Daisies new album ‘Holy Ground’.
A crowd favourite on the US dates, ‘My Fate’ (Radio Edit) launched on August 6th and a very short film for ‘Like No Other’ aired on August 13th.
On September 17th the latest single ‘Saving Grace’ (Radio Edit) was released, a band favourite from the album ‘Holy Ground’. In September the band headed out on the ‘Like No Other’ tour, playing theatres from the east coast to the west coast, before their October and November UK tour, the first in nearly three years.
The first half of 2022 has seen drummer extraordinaire Brian Tichy return to the fold, writing and recording a new album with Producer Ben Grosse in LA and releasing four live singles from their Like No Other US, England/Wales Tour. ‘Rise Up’ released on February 4th, ‘Bustle And Flow‘, in March, Long Way To Go’ in April and the crown on the ‘Live From Daisyland’ EP – ‘Burn’ in April.
The first single ‘Radiance’ from the upcoming album of the same name, radiated some heat on May 27th just prior to the EU Summer Tour with a meta cinematic and a glimpse into the metaverse.
The 2nd single ‘Shine On’ came out on July 8th during the European tour along with the announcement of their US Fall Tour in September.
‘Hypnotize Yourself’ the 3rd single was released on August 5th as they completed their EU Summer Tour at the Time To Rock Festival in Sweden.
The Dead Daisies are pushing forward, giving energy and taking chances to ensure that every person who experiences them has no doubt that Rock is Indeed Alive & Well.
So, turn it up, come to a show, enjoy the ride & ROCK with us.
On January 20th, 2023, earMUSIC will be releasing LAURA COX’s brand-new studio album ‘Head Above Water’.
The first single ‘One Big Mess’ is already available on all major streaming platforms. Listen to ‘One Big Mess’ here: https://LauraCox.lnk.to/OneBigMess
‘Head Above Water’ contains 11 rock songs bursting with energy and personality. Recorded at ICP Studios in Brussels by Erwin Autrique and mastered by multiple GRAMMY award winner Ted Jensen (Eagles, Norah Jones, Green Day).
earMUSIC and DEEP PURPLE release “EXTRAS: The NOW What?! B-Sides and Bonus Songs”. This digital compilation is available on all streaming platforms as well as a specially priced digital download.
The idea of this compilation started after sharing previously released ‘rare tracks’ on a private playlist. We believe it is a very interesting listen for all the fans that like to go deeper into the bands production process.
NOW What?! was a very important album for the band, bringing them back to No.1 (in Germany and many other countries). It is packed full of songs that have become modern hits and highlights in their history. It is an album that brings back many special memories of joy and well-deserved success.
Here is a short description of what you can find on the compilation:
1. “Hell To Pay (Radio Edit)”: This edit was the first single released before the album came out. It was available as CD-Single and 7”, together with ‘All The Time in The World’. A great rock song, played live nearly every night during the NOW What?! and infinite tours.
2. “It´ll Be Me”: This cover version of a Jerry Lee Lewis classic was added as bonus track on many editions of the NOW What?! CD. Compared to other songs on this compilation it will be an easy one to find on physical formats.
3. “All The Time in the World (Radio Mix Edit)”: This version was a mix that became ready before the full album was finished. It is a little shorter than the album version and it features extra percussions and less guitar. The song obtained some radio airplay in various countries, paving the way for the album’s success. Listening back to it, we still believe that it is a Purple classic, and was played live occasionally during the NOW What?! tour. This version was released as B-Side on the “Hell To Pay” CD single and 7” vinyl.
4. “First Sign Of Madness”: This studio song did not make it to the final album but it is a fantastic rock track; previously included on the Gold Edition of NOW What?! as well as the ‘Vincent Price’ single on CD-Maxi and 7”.
5+6. “Uncommon Man” and “Above and Beyond” – instrumentals: These two songs were inspired by the late, great Jon Lord, who sadly passed away during the recording of the album. While the lyrics are a very important part of both songs, these instrumental versions show the beauty and the finesse of the instrumental parts.
7+8. “Après Vous” and “Hell To Pay” – instrumentals: Previously released only as digital downloads and B-Side of the “Out of Hand” 10” Vinyl single. The vinyl 10” is not an easy one to find and the songs are available to stream for the first time.
9. “Green Onions / Hush (Live in Gaevle)”. This great live version was mixed specifically to be released as B-Side of the “Above and Beyond” CD-single (also available as purple 7” vinyl, with a different B-Side). It shows the joy and energy that the band brought to the NOW What?! tour and gives a taste of the atmosphere on-stage and in the audience.
Germany’s Cult Thrashers NECRONOMICON are currently busy recording their 11th, yet untitled studio album, Freddy, the band’s frontman and vocalist, has issued the following update:
“Rhythm guitars are now recorded and last Friday we started with the drum recording before we’ll prepare for our European tour. The cover artwork is also in progress and will be finished by the end of September, as will the album. Glen will join us next week so we will be all together then. Can‘t wait to be on stage with the guys again.”
The album is produced by Necronomicon and the mixing + mastering will be handled by Achim Köhler.
Earlier Freddy revealed: “The album includes 13 songs full of power and hardness. A wide spectrum from typical thrash metal versions over punk-heavy versions to driving midtempo songs. As the world is becoming to resemble the H.P. Lovecraft’s Necronomicon (Book of Dead) we have decided to deal with the current situation in Ukraine and in general with the topic of war and violence against children and women. Musically I would like to tie in with “The Final Chapter” and deliver a wide range of song material which also means a new beginning, a new chapter of the band with Rik and Glen at the same time. Stay tuned!”
More details TBA!
NECRONOMICON will hit the road on their The Final Chapter Tour 2022 over Europe, kicking off on September 23rd in Berlin, Germany. The main support on the whole tour comes from 3000AD (NZ) + on selected dates STRIDENT (IL) and STONECAST (FR). See the confirmed shows and details below.
+ 3000AD (NZ), STRIDENT (IL), STONECAST (FR) + local support bands
23/09/22 BLACKLAND, BERLIN, DE 24/09/22 AGAINST CANCER FEST, JAROMĚŘ, CZ 27/09/22 KULTURÁK, BRATISLAVA, SK 28/09/22 S8 UNDERGROUND CLUB, BUDAPEST, HU 29/09/22 UNLEADED COFFEE, BRNO, CZ 30/09/22 RC MLYN, VRÚTKY, SK 01/10/22 ROCK CAFÉ SOUTHOCK, JABLUNKOV, CZ 02/10/22 SKLUB, OLOMOUC, CZ 04/10/22 KLUBAS LEMMY, KAUNAS, LT 05/10/22 BĀRS REPUBLIKA, RIGA, LV 06/10/22 KLUBAS NARAUTI, VILNIUS, LT 07/10/22 KLUB POTOK, WARSZAWA, PL 08/10/22 ROCK KLUB IRON, KROSNO, PL 10/10/22 ZIPP IT ROCK BAR, CLUJ-NAPOCA, RO 14/10/22 CLUB FLEX, ARAD, RO 15/10/22 METAL BUNKER, CRAIOVA, RO 16/10/22 METAL GATES FESTIVAL, BUCUREȘTI, RO 18/10/22 LIVE & LOUD, SOFIA, BG 19/10/22 SKCNS FABRIKA, NOVI SAD, RS 21/10/22 NARANCS ROCK CAFÉ, BÉKÉSCSABA, HU
NECRONOMICON’s Studio albums: 1985: Necronomicon 1987: Apocalyptic Nightmare (Gama-Records) 1988: Escalation (Gama-Records) 1994: Screams (D & S Records) 2004: Construction of Evil (Remedy-Records) 2008: Revenge of the Beast (Xtreem Music) 2012: Invictus (Massacre Records) 2015: Pathfinder… Between Heaven and Hell 2018: Unleashed Bastards (El Puerto Records) 2021: The Final Chapter (El Puerto Records)
Icelandic psychedelic rock frontrunners THE VINTAGE CARAVAN have revealed their newest music video for the track “Hell”, cut from their latest studio album, Monuments, out now via Napalm Records.
Bringing back vintage rock with progressive influences, the band has proven more than capable of creating their own trademark sound. After countless high-voltage live performances at festivals such as Roadburn, Wacken and Hellfest, and touring with Opeth, the band’s new full-length impressively demonstrates that their musical and lyrical style has evolved to new heights. Presenting guitar driven classics merged with blues and rock influences THE VINTAGE CARAVAN creates nostalgic nuances to get lost in. Showing the full scope of their capabilities, Monuments delivers refreshing 70’s-inspired rock with a modern twist!
With “Hell”, THE VINTAGE CARAVAN showcases their blazing energy with virtuosic retro riffs. The video takes the viewer straight into the heart of the band’s sound and hits with lucid, arena-ready energy that offers the perfect preface for their upcoming European tour with Opeth, which will be followed up by their European headliner tour! To both tours you can find the dates for below!
Oskar on “Hell” (singer/guitarist): Hell is a personal song about going through a tough time in a relationship but seeing the light in the end of the tunnel that keeps you in that situation but you never reach it. It’s an interesting song where we experimented with making the main hook/chorus of the song a guitar riff.We Hope you enjoy ‘Hell’.
Catch THE VINTAGE CARAVAN live with OPETH: 14.09.22 – ET – Tallinn / Helitehas 15.09.22 – LV – Riga / Palladium 16.09.22 – PL – Warsaw / Progresja 17.09.22 – PL – Wroclaw / A2 19.09.22 – CZ – Prague / Forum Karlin 20.09.22 – AT – Wien / Arena 21.09.22 – HU – Budapest / Barba Negra 23.09.22 – RO – Bucharest / Arenele Romane 24.09.22 – BG – Sofia / Universiada 26.09.22 – HR – Zagreb / Culture Factory 27.09.22 – IT – Milan / Teatro Degli Acrimboldi 28.09.22 – IT – Rome / Ostia Antica
Immediately after that THE VINTAGE CARAVAN will embark on their headliner tour throughout Europe and the UK: 30.09.22 – ES – Barcelona / Boveda 01.10.22 – ES – Madrid / Changó 02.10.22 – PT – Bilbao / Mungirock 04.10.22 – FR – Toulouse / Connexion Live 05.10.22 – FR – Lyon / CCO Villeurbanne 06.10.22 – FR – Paris / Backstage O’Sullivan 07.10.22 – FR – Nantes / Le Ferrailleur 08.10.22 – FR – Châlons en Champagne / Espace Solana 09.10.22 – FR – Tourcoing / Grand Mix 11.10.22 – DE – Berlin / Cassiopeia 12.10.22 – DE – Hamburg / Bahnhof Pauli 13.10.22 – NL – Amsterdam / Q-Factory 14.10.22 – NL – Sneek / Het Bolwerk 15.10.22 – NL – Tilburg / Little Devil / SOLD OUT 16.10.22 – DE – Essen / Turock 18.10.22 – CH – Solothurn / Kofmehl 19.10.22 – DE – Munich / Strom 20.10.22 – AT – Innsbruck / PMK 21.10.22 – AT – Vöcklabruck / OKH 22.10.22 – DE – Cologne / Artheater 23.10.22 – BE – Brussels / AB 25.10.22 – UK – London / O2 Academy 2 Islington 26.10.22 – UK – Chester / Live Rooms 27.10.22 – UK – Leeds / The Warehouse 28.10.22 – UK – Glasgow / Drygate 29.10.22 – UK – Newcastle / Northumbria SU 30.10.22 – UK – Manchester / Academy 3 31.10.22 – UK – Cardiff / The Globe
On 11 diverse tracks, these youngbloods from Reykjavik truly cast a spell on fans of bewitching, guitar-driven classic and blues rock influences. The album opener, “Whispers”, clearly showcases the band’s musical progression without sacrificing their tried-and-true, retro-inspired sonic trademark. “Crystallized” convinces with light blues influences, encircling the listener in enchanting guitar lines and quickly rising to the full extent of its power while evoking anecdotes of retro nostalgia. “Can’t Get You Out Of My Mind” takes its listener on a blistering ride through pounding drums, intense guitar solos and an undeniably catchy chorus, while tracks like “This One’s For You” represent a stunning blueprint in THE VINTAGE CARAVAN’s musical universe with unconventional, surprisingly calm melodies and Óskar’s gripping, tranquil vocal power. In contrast, bold drumming merges with fast-paced riffs, enveloping an impressive galloping vortex and pronouncing tracks like “Dark Times” and “Said and Done” as top notch rock pieces. The soft plugging, atmospheric sound of album closer “Clarity” symbolizes the crowning culmination of a 60-minute journey through the eternal landscapes of Iceland and the poetic lyricism of the trio.
With their new studio album, Monuments, these rising stars definitely know how to put their very own stamp on the retro rock wave!
Monuments track listing: 1. Whispers 2. Crystallized 3. Can’t Get You Off My Mind 4. Dark Times 5. This One’s for You 6. Forgotten 7. Sharp Teeth 8. Hell 9. Torn in Two 10. Said &Done 11. Clarity
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