‘I Can’t Sleep/Lost in This World Together’ is the first release from UK rock band SHADE’s debut EP, expected mid-2023. The Double A-Side single is available now via Golden Robot Records.
‘I Can’t Sleep’ is a mid-tempo, psychedelic rocker that’ll have you punching the air to the beat, with ‘Lost in This World Together’ being a euphoric declaration of love that journeys from a subtle melodic riff into an epic indie rock banger. No messing around, this is the sound of a band that are all playing to their strengths.
Stream/buy ‘I Can’t Sleep/Lost in This World Together’ HERE
The North Manchester quartet of Luke (vocal / guitar), Adam (bass / vocal), Ben (guitar) and Oliver (drums) hit the ground running in Spring 2019. Whilst the pandemic reduced their live appearances at the time, it didn’t stop them refining their craft, writing and building a loyal following which continues to grow.
The best thing about SHADE (always written in capitals) is while they have proper Mancunian attitude and swagger, they’re not clones of what’s gone before. There may be elements of Oasis, Stone Roses, etc which they’ve picked up from their parents record collection, but the sound they craft is 100% their own. Lead guitarist Ben alone is like the bastard offspring of Jimi Hendrix, John Squire and Slash combined. While other ‘new’ Manchester bands hark back to the past, SHADE are looking firmly forward with a truly exceptional songwriter and singer in Luke, who is going from strength to strength with wisdom beyond his years.
Obviously every band needs a strong engine room to keep it all together, and this is the beauty of it, not only are Adam and Oliver in tune, they’re brothers as well. You can’t get tighter than that!
No longer Manchester’s best kept secret, the band have recently joined Golden Robot Records whose roster spans all four corners of the earth. It’s time for SHADE to go global!
Jason Charles Miller returns with a full band version of ‘The River’, an acoustic folk song that quickly turns into a wall of heavy metal thunder! With lyrics inspired equally from the 1849 California gold rush and the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, ‘The River’ (co-written by Jason with award winning hit songwriter Bart Allman) pulls you into the water, threatening to never let you up for air!
‘The River’ is now available digitally via Golden Robot Records.
An accomplished performer with more than two decades of professional experience as a singer, songwriter, producer and voice actor, Jason Charles Miller has quietly established himself as a veteran presence in Americana, Country and Southern rock.
As a solo artist, Jason Charles Miller has performed alongside and opened for country and rock greats including Billy Ray Cyrus, Alan Jackson, Eric Church, Toby Keith, Ashley McBryde, Allman Betts Band, .38 Special, Night Ranger, Gary Allan, Justin Moore, Big Kenny of Big And Rich and Jerrod Niemann.
In 2019, Jason was lead vocalist on the Billboard chart-topping theme song for the ‘Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers’ video game. He has also contributed two songs to the critically acclaimed ‘Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance’ soundtrack, three songs to the highest selling video game of 2020, ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ and has even sung backup for Robert Smith of The Cure on the Reeves Gabrels/Robert Smith track “Yesterday’s Gone.”
Jason is the on-camera host of the Webby award-nominated show ‘Starter Kit’ on Geek & Sundry, teaching celebrities how to play tabletop role playing games. He also appears as a host and on-air personality on streaming channels including Dungeons & Dragons, Nerdist, Hyper RPG, The Young Turks and College Humor. Jason is also the co-host of Bardic Inspiration, a weekly D&D song writing show sponsored by Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms on the CNEGames Twitch channel.
You can also see Miller on-screen in the SyFy original movie ‘Battle Planet,’ in ‘Chatroom of Solitude’ on Stan Lee’s World of Heroes network, playing himself in season 5 of ‘The Guild,’ and squabbling with Lewis Black and Andy Dick in various productions on Comedy Central. As a voice actor, Jason has hundreds of animated and video game credits (see highlights below) and has even narrated a film for NASA.
Widely recognized as the frontman and founder of the rock band Godhead, he has over 2.6 million streams on Spotify and has toured the world with the likes of Ozzy Osbourne, Rammstein, Disturbed, Linkin Park, Slipknot, and Korn frontman Jonathan Davis.
In 2004, Jason penned the all-star collaboration “Forever In Our Hearts,” a song to benefit the victims of the 2004 tsunami in South Asia which included Brian McKnight, Mya, Jacoby Shaddix [Papa Roach], Nate Dogg and many more. Originally from Clifton, VA, Jason now lives in Los Angeles, CA where he owns and runs the successful recording complex Central Command Studios.
“I’m one of his biggest fans and believers!” – Billy Ray Cyrus
“Jason is such a talented writer and performer. His new album will probably kick a hole in Nashville.” – Charlie Starr (Blackberry Smoke)
“JCM is an amazing singer with a huge voice. His control is astounding. From my own personal experience, the only singer I have ever recorded that is anywhere near his equal would be everyone’s favorite rock icon, David Bowie” – Reeves Gabrels (The Cure, David Bowie Band)
“Jason takes the live show and then turns the crank up a notch or two. It’s something to see!” – Tonya Campos (105.1 Go Country, Los Angeles)
“Jason Charles Miller is a cutting edge rock/country/blues artist of these times! Great vocalist/musician/writer. In other words, “don’t come a knockin’ if you’re not prepared for country rockin!” – Rickey Medlocke (Lynyrd Skynyrd)
‘Hear Me Calling’ is a modern twist on alternative/indie rock through the minds of Liverpool based band Eternum Joy. This track is the first single from their upcoming EP Prolong the Joy, which is set to release April 28.
With a catchy riff, heavy duty rhythm guitar, deep bass and piercing drums, this track is more than reminiscent of the 90s grunge era. ‘Hear Me Calling’ is officially out now via Bread and Butter Records/Golden Robot Records.
Prolong the Joy is Eternum Joy’s debut EP, including 5 unique tracks exploring different genres such as grunge, brit-pop and alternative rock. With energetic melodies and exhilarating choruses, Prolong the Joy exudes prime rock n’ roll! The brainchild of frontman Stephen Abraham and lead guitarist T’kius Horsley, completed by bassist Abby Mcneil, Eternum Joy represent the challenges that kids in this generation have to overcome.
Eager to bring back a form of 90s rock n’ roll that our era can relate to, the band are fuelled by the rapidly changing music scene in Liverpool, which keeps them motivated to create music and inspire.
Blues-roots guitarist Chris Duarte has just released ‘Ain’t Giving Up,’ his 15th studio album, out now via Provogue Records. Featuring a wide range of outlaw blues, Americana, roots, and even alt-country influences, ‘Ain’t Giving Up’ finds the Austin, Texas guitarist teaming up for the first time in 22 years with producer-guitarist Dennis Herring, also known for his work with artists like Buddy Guy, Modest Mouse, Elvis Costello, and the Hives. But the resulting album isn’t a calculated return to roots affair. Recorded live on the studio floor with vintage gear and minimal overdubs, it’s a raw and revved-up showcase for the virtuoso’s jaw-dropping chops; his mastery of the elusive Texas shuffle; and his deep love and commitment to the blues.
To celebrate the release, Duarte has shared a lyric video for the album’s latest single “Gimme Your Love,” which conjured Jimy Reed with some breezy blues shuffles. Watch the video HERE.
Duarte dropped his sophomore album, ‘Texas Sugar Strat Magik,’ in 1994, and it sold an excess of 100,000 units. Duarte went on to win the highly coveted “Best New Talent” in Guitar Player’s Reader’s Poll, and he finished fourth in the magazine’s “Best Blues Guitarist” category, behind legends Eric Clapton, Buddy Guy and B.B. King. He would go on to issue a string of critically-acclaimed blues, blues-rock albums, and experimental fusion-tinged albums.
‘Ain’t Giving Up’ siphons from the same spirit as ‘Texas Sugar,’ but the new album is definitely its own monster. The album was tracked live as a trio with ‘Texas Sugar’ drummer Brannen Temple, but it also features a rhythm machine with some raw, looped beat patterns Duarte plays over, much like the same funky groove stylings as on J.J. Cale’s iconic 1971 album ‘Naturally.’ “This album explores a wider spectrum of musicality,” shares Duarte. “I love Muddy Water and Howlin’ Wolf, but also feel like it’s part of me to introduce some unexpected influences. For this album, I didn’t feel scared to explore beyond hard-driving blues. I view this as expanding on the format that I love.”
“I planted my flag with ‘Strat Magik,’ and on this album, I am pushing the music forward,” Duarte continues. “I’ve explored lots of different facets of my playing, but this album says, ‘I’m here, and I’m not giving up on blues or my career.’ And I’m not playing it safe, either—the solos were all tracked live.”
Duarte has been known for his physical and athletic playing style—he often plays so hard his fingers bleed while he’s onstage (there are photos to prove this legend). Because of this fiery dedication, many fans and critics have playfully referred to his music as “punk blues” or “rockin’ blues.” “My style is super aggressive and physical,” Duarte affirms. “These days I’m a bit older, but I still put as much heart into my playing as I ever did—I still love playing.”
The guitarist, singer, and songwriter came up as a force to be reckoned with in the 1990s Austin, Texas roots and blues scene. He rose to prominence in the wake of Stevie Ray Vaughan’s passing, and was noted for his muscular playing style; his jazz and rock n’ roll-infused blues solos; and his command of the Texas blues tradition. Since those early days, Duarte has carved his own niche through a series of beloved blues-flavored albums, and a calendar of more than 150 dates a year which includes performances billed as Chris Duarte and as The Chris Duarte Group. In both of these contexts, Duarte has headlined major festivals and clubs throughout the US, Canada, Japan, and Europe.
Reunited with Herring who produced his best-selling record, Duarte instantly found a lot hadn’t changed with the two men. “There’s more grey hair and creases in our faces,” Duarte says with a chuckle. “But we have that same music connection we had years ago. Dennis’s approach is to capture raw emotion, and, because of this, he records literally everything, even snippets between songs.” Duarte continues: “I brought my guitar with me when we tracked vocals, and he said I didn’t need it—the guitar parts were all done. He used the solos I played on the fly during the basic sessions. They were fun, and off-the-cuff, and the tone and grooves were great. I was really dialed in.”
Ain’t Giving Up is intimate and gritty, but it also boasts pristine fidelity, as if we the listener are in the studio with Duarte and his buddies. It’s a reset for Duarte that shows his resilience and his undiminished love of the blues and American roots. “I am so grateful to be signed to Provogue and to work with Dennis again—it’s been a dream come true,” Duarte enthuses. “I have been so fortunate to play music and do my thing for almost 30 years, and I couldn’t ask for a better life.
Track list Nobody But You Big Fight Bye, Bye, Bye Can Opener Gimme Your Love Come My Way Half As Good As Two Lies Lies Lies Ain’t Giving Up On Us Look What U Made Me Do The Real Low Down Weak Days
Blackened death metal machine based in Trondheim, Norway NEXORUM have unveiled the official video for “Elegy Of Hate”. The song is taken from their sophomore album “Tongue Of Thorns” which will be released on May 19th 2023 via Non Serviam Records.
With haunting melodies, crushing riffs, and guttural vocals, this track unleashes a sonic assault on the senses that will leave listeners reeling.
“The lyrics tell a tale of despair and rage, of a soul consumed by hatred and driven to the brink of madness. As the relentless beats and thunderous drums build to a fever pitch, the listener is pulled ever deeper into the abyss, until they are consumed by the fury of our music. Brace yourself for an unforgettable journey into the heart of darkness, as ‘Elegy of Hate’ takes you on a terrifying ride through a twisted and tormented mind,” comments the band.
Events of the past years led NEXORUM down a much darker path, emphasizing the elements of black metal in the band’s music. As the second horseman of Revelations is currently pushing the world closer and closer to the brink of nuclear holocaust, Famine is sure to follow. Now the end times draw near, NEXORUM‘s upcoming album, “Tongue Of Thorns”, will serve as a sonic feast to stave off Famine. A fitting soundtrack when the Day of Wrath finally is upon us.
Dies irae, dies illa Solvet saeclum in favilla
The album will be released as digipak CD, vinyl and digital. The pre-orders are available HERE:
“Tongue Of Thorns” track listing reads as follows: 1. Shun 2. Solvet Saeclum in Favilla 3. The Pestilential Wind 4. Elegy of Hate 5. Cult of the Monolith 6. Eldritch Abominations 7. Sinnets Krig 8. Mother of Ghouls 9. Wrath of Zeal
“Army of Gaia” is the first single to be released from the upcoming second full-length album “At Storm’s Edge” of the melodic death metallers AETHERIAN, which was released on the 14th of July 2023 via Lifeforce Records. The song has a warlike atmosphere where people regardless of gender and race are called to rise and fight for mother Earth as a whole, against the opressive and destructive ruling class.
Recorded at Devasoundz studios and produced by Fotis Benardo (Nightfall, ex- Septic Flesh). The painting used for the artwork is called “Les Fleurs du Mal” created by the French artist Yoann Lossel, while the new logo of the band was made by Christophe Szpajdel and signifies the start of a new era for AETHERIAN. “Army of Gaia” is acompanied by a lyric video made by Manster Design.
“During the age of abundance and ambition, where disposability is the norm, their hysterical consumption overshadows our utterdestruction. From the fringes of society we shall rise, to bring about the downfall of their corruption.“
In melo-death circles, AETHERIAN’s debut album, released at the end of 2017, is considered a surprise success. On the one hand, “The Untamed Wilderness” has attracted attention because hardly anyone had the Greeks on their radar. On the other hand, the quintet from Athens, active since 2013, has convinced with a sovereign debut that was equal to Nordic scene greats like INSOMNIUM, DARK TRANQUILLITY and OMNIUM GATHERUM.
The positive reception of their debut serves as an impetus for the southern European group to continue to improve and present an even stronger sophomore album. AETHERIAN do not rest on their laurels. No sooner said than done.
In 2016 they recorded a new single alongside a video clip called “The Rain” which drew attention and signified the beginning of their journey. ”The Rain” made a huge impact in a very short time on social media and the underground scene, currently reaching 3.5 million views on YouTube.
Listening to “At Storm’s Edge”, one notices several things: the musicians individually act both more precisely and more playfully. At the same time, the group play sounds even more exciting and distinctive. Especially the majestic melodic guitar leads, the driving drumming and the throaty growls stand out.
In the compositional area AETHERIAN apply their storyteller approach variable and song-serving. Despite considerable playing times, the album’s eight tracks come across as focused and urgent. Acoustic accents and a fine feeling for special atmospheres additionally distinguish the playing of the five Greeks.
The second full length of the band from Athens is called “At Storm’s Edge” and was recorded at Devasoundz studios and produced by Fotis Benardo (Nightfall, ex- Septic Flesh). AETHERIAN are not content with a spectator role on the sidelines, but pushes forward into the center in every respect and goes into full swing. Melo-Death fans beware – don’t be caught off guard again!
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Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
