BLACK ANVIL to Support CANNIBAL CORPSE on North American Tour

Posted by tarjavirmakari on July 22, 2022
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New York City black metal collective BLACK ANVIL will be supporting CANNIBAL CORPSE along with DARK FUNERAL and IMMOLATION later this year! The trek will kick off on November 3 in Silver Springs, MD and will conclude on December 10 in Athens, GA. The band will also be performing at the Denver, CO edition of Decibel Magazine’s Metal & Beer Fest on December 2!

Tickets are on sale today, July 22, @ 10:00 A.M. local time! The full run of dates and ticket links can be found below!

BLACK ANVIL has completed working on their brand new full-length, which will be released by Season of Mist. More information will be revealed very soon! For a glimpse of what to expect, check out the band’s 2017 album, ‘As Was,’ via Bandcamp HERE. 

BLACK ANVIL Live Dates (w/ CANNIBAL CORPSE, DARK FUNERAL, IMMOLATION)

11/03: Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore [TICKETS]

11/04: Albany, NY @ Empire Live [TICKETS]

11/05: Montreal, QC @ MTelus [TICKETS // BILLETS]

11/06: Toronto, ON @ Danforth Music Hall [TICKETS]

11/08: Cleveland, OH @ Agora Theatre [TICKETS]

11/09: Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s [TICKETS]

11/10: Ft Wayne, IN @ Piere’s Entertainment Center [TICKETS]

11/11: Joliet, IL @ The Forge [TICKETS]

11/12: Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave II [TICKETS]

11/15: Calgary, AB @ Palace Theatre [TICKETS]

11/17: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theatre [TICKETS]

11/18: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theatre [TICKETS]

11/19: Seattle, WA @ The Showbox [TICKETS]

11/21: San Francisco, CA @ The Regency Ballroom [TICKETS]

11/22: Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern [TICKETS]

11/23: San Diego, CA @ The Observatory [TICKETS]

11/25: Las Vegas, NV @ House of Blues [TICKETS]

11/26: Tucson, AZ @ Encore [TICKETS]

11/28: Austin, TX @ Empire Garage [TICKETS]

11/29: Dallas, TX @ House of Blues [TICKETS]

11/30: Oklahoma City, OK @ Diamond Ballroom [TICKETS]

12/02: Denver, CO @ Decibel Metal & Beer Fest* [TICKETS]

12/03: Lawrence , KS @ The Granada [TICKETS]

12/04: Lincoln, NE @ Bourbon Theatre [TICKETS]

12/05: Belvidere, IL @ The Apollo Theater [TICKETS]

12/06: Indianapolis, IN @ The Vogue [TICKETS]

12/08: Knoxville, TN @ The Concourse at the International [TICKETS]

12/09: Athens, GA @ Georgia Theatre [TICKETS]

12/10: St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live [TICKETS]
*Festival date

CRIPPLED BLACK PHOENIX Reveal New Song ‘Everything is Beautiful But Us’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on July 22, 2022
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Progressive rock collective CRIPPLED BLACK PHOENIX will be releasing a brand new album, ‘Banefyre,’ on September 9 via Season of Mist! The band is now sharing the second new single from the offering, “Everything is Beautiful But Us,” at THIS LOCATION.

CRIPPLED BLACK PHOENIX mastermind Justin Greaves explains, “Although this is not a ‘lock down’ song, Belinda’s lyrics were certainly inspired by the lack of human activity we found when the first lock down began. We were going for walks where I live in the countryside and the silence was amazing, the air seemed more fresh and there was a definite increase of wildlife activity. So it made us both realise more than ever how ugly we are as a race, humans basically ruin everything.

“Musically this is one of my personal faves on the new album, ‘BANEFYRE, The Musical!’ It plays an integral part in the sound journey, it’s simple but powerful. Very CBP.”

Singer/percussionist Belinda Kordic adds, “Justin sent me the demo with the title, I thought the song was beautiful, so I couldn’t just plonk down (write) just anything. It had to be right. The inspiration for the song hit me during the first wave of Covid. When I was over visiting Justin in the UK, and I couldn’t get back home for quite some time due to travel restrictions. So, we were spending a lot of time outside in the countryside and i was amazed at the quick turn nature took for the better, as soon as humans were removed out of the equation.

“The increased symphony of birdsong, bumble bees the size of my fist turning up in the garden, animals coming out of hiding and popping up here, there and everywhere. Nature and its inhabitants were thriving to the very fullest. As they should.

“It was beautiful, but also sad at the same time. knowing that when we get back to ‘normal,’the destruction continues.”

Pre-orders for ‘Banefyre’ are now live HERE while the album can be pre-saved across digital streaming services HERE.

CRIPPLED BLACK PHOENIX previously announced new European tour dates in support of the new album, together with label mates IMPURE WILHELMINA and MØL. A full list of confirmed shows can be found below.

CRIPPLED BLACK PHOENIX – BANEFYRE EUROPE MMXXII
Special Guests: MØL, IMPURE WILHELMINA

25.08.22 Germany Hannover @ Faust
26.08.22 Germany Hamburg @ Bahnhof Pauli
27.08.22 Denmark Copenhagen @ Hotel Cecil
28.08.22 Germany Berlin @ SO36
29.08.22 Germany Leipzig @ Täubchenthal
30.08.22 Germany Munich @ Backstage
31.08.22 Hungary Budapest @ A38
01.09.22 Austria Vienna @ Chelsea
02.09.22 Italy Bologna @ Link
03.09.22 Switzerland Winterthur @ Gaswerk
04.09.22 France Paris @ Backstage
05.09.22 Germany Cologne @ Essigfabrik
06.09.22 Netherlands Zoetermeer @ Boerderij
07.09.22 UK London @ The Dome
08.09.22 UK Bristol @ The Fleece
09.09.22 UK Manchester @ Rebellion
10.09.22 UK Glasgow @ Classic Grand

Track-list
1. Intro/Incantation For The Different (2:49)
2. Wyches And Basterdz (4:57)
3. Ghostland (5:43)
4. The Reckoning (6:49)
5. Bonefire (4:36)
6. Rose Of Jericho (13:47)
7. Blackout77 (7:37) [WATCH]
8. Down The Rabbit Hole (10:32)
9. Everything Is Beautiful But Us (4:36) [WATCH]
10. The Pilgrim (6:19)
11. I’m OK, Just Not Alright (10:05)
12. The Scene Is A False Prophet (15:13)
13. No Regrets (4:30)

MONSTER MAGNET to Reissue Classic Albums “Monolithic Baby!” + “4-Way Diablo” on Limited Edition Vinyl

Posted by tarjavirmakari on July 22, 2022
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Psychedelic rock icons MONSTER MAGNET are pleased to announce the reissue of two seminal albums in their vast discography on limited edition vinyl – 2004’s Monolithic Baby! and 2007’s 4-Way Diablo – both of which have been out of print and unavailable digitally for years! Pre-orders for both the digital and vinyl editions of both albums are available now, set for release on September 16, 2022.

MONSTER MAGNET mastermind Dave Wyndorf says about the reissues:
“It’s great to see these two albums back in circulation again. The MONSTER MAGNET universe isn’t complete without them! Monolithic Baby! is a big, glitzy (and purposefully cynical, but aren’t they all?) rock and roll record, and listening to it now reminds me of that time – the beginning of the 21st century. Even then I knew things were gonna get weird!
 
4 Way Diablo is a collection of songs I wrote between tours in the early 2000s but couldn’t find a place for. They piled up fast, and pretty soon, there was an album. It turns out there’s some of my favorite Magnet songs there!”

Pre-Order your MONSTER MAGNET Reissues HERE

2004 saw the release of MONSTER MAGNET’s sixth studio album Monolithic Baby!, the follow-up to 2000’s God Says No, which cemented the Red Bank, NJ rockers in the world of space rock and roll. This 14-track journey of masterful hard rock features 11 ripping originals and three cover songs recorded in true classic Magnet style, including covers of The Velvet Underground, David Gilmour and Robert Calvert.
 
Monolithic Baby! is being reissued on orange vinyl with white and black splatter, as well as in a limited glow in the dark vinyl variant! Don’t miss the album Ultimate Classic Rock calls, “a revitalized, fire-breathing MONSTER MAGNET” and AllMusic calls, “another collection of undeniably Wyndorfian tunes.”

Monolithic Baby! Track listing
1. Slut Machine
2. Supercruel
3. On The Verge
4. Unbroken (Hotel Baby)
5. Radiation Day
6. Monolithic
7. The Right Stuff
8. There’s No Way Out Of Here
9. Master Of Light
10. Too Bad
11. Ultimate Everything
12. CNN War Theme

Recorded in four different studios (Sound City Studios, American Studios, The Sunset Lodge and Hydeaway Studios) throughout 2006-2007, 4-Way Diablo is the seventh offering from legendary riff masters MONSTER MAGNET. Featuring rippers such as “Wall of Fire,” “You’re Alive,” and a cover of an obscure Rolling Stones song “2000 Lightyears From Home,” 4-Way Diablo is a true gem in the MONSTER MAGNET catalog.
 
4-Way Diablo is being reissued on white vinyl with gold and black splatter, as well in a limited, special glow in the dark vinyl variant! Don’t sleep on an album Blabbermouth called, “A mix of MAGNET styles old and new, it still bears the unmistakable stamp of one of stoner rock’s most identifiable and unique voices.”

4-Way Diablo Track listing
1. 4-Way Diablo
2. Wall Of Fire
4. Blow Your Mind
5. Cyclone
6. 2000 Light Years From Home
7. No Vacation
8. Thanks I’m Calling You
9. Solid Gold
10. Freeze And Pixillate
11. A Thousand Stars
12. Slap In the Face
13. Little Bag Of Gloom

Considered one of the most creative, diverse, and hard-rocking of contemporary American bands, MONSTER MAGNET is credited with pioneering “stoner rock”. They’re noted for the uniqueness of their sound, their authenticity as a band, their ability to grow musically, and the intelligence and wit of their songs – fusing garage rock, progressive rock, heavy metal, punk and psychedelia. In addition to musical influences, the band has always been inspired by comic book, science fiction, horror movies, and B-movies by filmmakers such as Roger Gorman and Russ Myer. 

CONSTELLATIA Release Music Video for ‘Empyrean’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on July 21, 2022
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South African post metal band CONSTELLATIA is now releasing the official music video from “Empyrean,” which is taken from ‘The Language of Limbs.’ The video can be seen at THIS LOCATION.

CONSTELLATIA vocalist and bassist Keenan Oakes explains, “I remember us wanting to write a very basic song, structurally speaking, so it takes on the verse/chorus/verse/chorus/bridge/chorus form; a pop song in essence. Thematically, ‘Empyrean’ is about obsession and ecstasy, about unrelenting passion and being consumed by it all. The bridge is a musical highlight for us as a band so far, one of the special moments from ‘The Language of Limbs.’ It feels good to close the chapter on this first incarnation, and to look ahead to the future and more music!”

In addition, the band will officially reveal information regarding their upcoming new full-length, on August 15, 2022! Set your reminders and stay tuned for more!

‘The Language of Limbs’ was originally released on November 15, 2019 and soon after, the four piece landed a worldwide record deal with Season of Mist. The pressings are available in various formats HERE.

Track List:
1. All Nights Belong to You
2. In Acclamation
3. Empyrean
4. The Garden

STRYPER Release New Single ‘See No Evil, Hear No Evil’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on July 21, 2022
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Legendary, heavy metallers STRYPER have released their latest single “See No Evil, Hear No Evil” today July 21st off their upcoming album set for release later this year. This single release follows the successful release of first single “Rise To The Call,” on June 24th which has been receiving praise from press and fans alike in the buildup to the groups forthcoming album. This new album release, produced by front man Michael Sweet, firmly continues the trend established over the band’s last few albums, the new music sees the band growing heavier while also maintaining their trademark melodies, virtuoso guitar playing, and air tight rhythms. 

When asked about their latest single “See No Evil, Hear No Evil” Stryper frontman Michael Sweet said, “See No Evil, Hear No Evil” was, believe it or not, inspired by the health issues that Oz and I have been faced with. Despite our limitations, we were able to deliver an album that is powerful and relevant and “See No Evil, Hear No Evil” is the perfect track to showcase that. We could not be more excited about this album! The best is yet to come.”

Listen HERE.

When it comes to groundbreaking bands in the metal genre, Stryper is renowned for their distinctive brand of “heavenly metal,” extraordinary crossover success, and venerable endurance. The group ascended to prominence in the 1980s with Billboard Top 40 hits like “Calling on You,” “Honestly,” and “Always There for You” and has maintained a global fan base since. Stryper’s career album sales exceed 10 million worldwide, including 1986’s multi-platinum release To Hell with the Devil. The band also made history when it notched two songs simultaneously on MTV’s Top 10 with videos “Free” and “Honestly.” While Stryper is known for their Christian faith, their decades plus career in heavy metal has made them much more than just a ‘Christian metal’ band. Sure, that is part of who they are, but at the end of the day, they are simply a long-running and well respected heavy metal band with a late-career rebirth that has proved their enduring talent and musical skills are well intact. 

Today, some 37+ years after emerging from the southern California nightclub scene, Stryper continues to record, tour and perform for loyal fans around the globe. With three original members including brothers Michael Sweet (lead vocals, guitar) and Robert Sweet (drums), Oz Fox (guitar) and newest bandmate, seasoned bassist Perry Richardson (formerly of Firehouse), the group finds itself creating their finest, most powerful music yet. Stay tuned to Stryper’s socials below for updates on the release of more singles in the build up to their forthcoming album as well as upcoming tour dates from the legendary metal group.

Stryper Tour Dates:
JULY 22, 2022               “ROCK THE BLOCK” @ THE MURPHY THEATRE           WILMINGTON, OH
JULY 23, 2022                           JERGEL’S RHYTHM GRILLE                              WARRENDALE, PA
JULY 24, 2022                           THE “L”                                                            HORSEHEADS, NY
AUGUST 20, 2022                      MONSTERS ON THE MOUNTAIN                      GATLINBURG, TN
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022                  THE TOKEN LOUNGE                                       WESTLAND, MI
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022                  THE VAULT                                                      SAGINAW, MI
SEPTEMBER 10, 2022                THE KING OF CLUBS                                        COLUMBUS, OH
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022                BOGART’S                                                        CINCINNATI, OH
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022                EAGLES THEATRE                                           WABASH, IN
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022                THE MUSIC FACTORY                                      BATTLE CREEK, MI
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022                CRYSTAL GRAND MUSIC THEATRE                WISCONSIN DELLS, WI
SEPTEMBER 17, 2022                VIXEN THEATER                                              MCHENRY, IL
SEPTEMBER 25, 2022                TEMPLELIVE                                                   WICHITA, KS
SEPTEMBER 27, 2022                THE HAUTE SPOT                                            CEDAR PARK, TX
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022                TREES                                                              DALLAS, TX
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022                RISE ROOFTOP                                                 HOUSTON, TX
OCTOBER 1, 2022                      “ROCK ‘N BOOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL”                PARK MERCEDES, TX
OCTOBER 8, 2022                     PEPPERS CLUB                                                SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA
OCTOBER 10, 2022                    TEATRO JORGE ELIECER GAITAN                   BOGOTA, COLUMBIA
OCT 29 -NOV 3, 2022                 THE KISS KRUISE XI    LOS ANGELES TO CABO SAN LUCAS & ENSENADA, MEXICO
NOVEMBER 4, 2022                  WHISKY A GO GO                                            HOLLYWOOD, CA
JANUARY 17 – 21, 2023            ROKISLAND FEST 2023                         KEY WEST, FL
APRIL 29 – MAY 4, 2023            MONSTERS OF ROCK CRUISE    PORT CANAVERAL/PUERTO PLATA/LABADEE

Finnish LAMORI Return with New Single & Video ‘Valley of Great Dismay’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on July 21, 2022
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Darker, heavier, grittier… ”Valley of Great Dismay” showcases a whole new side of LAMORI’s unique take on gloomy and dark gothic metal.

The song is a great representation of what to expect from the new heavier side of the upcoming album NEON BLOOD FIRE.

”I absolutely love this one”; says guitarist Marcus Pellas. ”It’s different, but in a good and headbanging way. I think it’s one of the best songs from the album”.

The song, which is the second single of the new album, also features an awesome lyric video to support the release.

Buy/Stream Valley of Great Dismay HERE

LAMORI has been developing their own take on the goth rock genre for over 10 years now. Combining gothic rock and metal with electronics and dark wave to produce their own neon-lit flavor. Founded in 2009 on the Aland Islands of Finland, the constellation has stayed unchanged – however, their sound is ever-evolving.
NEON BLOOD FIRE, the band’s fourth album to be released by Wormholedeath, will refine the soundscapes heard on the 2020 released NEO NOIR, but also introduce completely new elements to the mix. This album will have some of the heaviest LAMORI songs ever heard!