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MARCO MENDOZA Release New Single ‘Take It To The Limit’ on April 15th

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 6, 2022
Posted in: Int. News, News. Tagged: Marco Mendoza. Leave a comment
Photo credits: Jakob Muxoll

MARCO MENDOZA will be releasing his fourth solo album and second on Mighty Music/Target later in 2022. First up is the single “Take It To The Limit”.

Known throughout the music world as a talented solid bass player for bands like Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake, Journey, Ted Nugent, and The Dead Daisies to name a few, Marco has recorded a body of amazing music in his own right.

Working with world-class producer Soren Andersen, owner of Medley Studios in Copenhagen, dubbed by some as “the new Mutt Lange”, the partnership that has already produced the career-defining “Viva La Rock” album in 2017, has created another future masterpiece together.

The first offering, “Take It To The Limit”, was recorded before the world went crazy with a pandemic, then a war, which really has seen the world be taken to the limit. A hard-hitting track with as many hooks as a fishing boat, this opening single opens the doors wide to what can be expected from the new album later this year.

“After the World going through some dramatic changes and having to wait for so long, I am extremely excited to share the first single”, Mendoza offers. “This was the first song Soren Anderson and I wrote back in November of 2019. It is the first of an album of songs that I am very proud of! Thank you for the Love and continued support, it’s greatly appreciated. VIVA LA ROCK!”

“Take It to the Limit” will be released as a digital single via Mighty Music on April 15th, 2022. A new Marco Mendoza album is expected to be released in 2022.

Line-up:
Marco Mendoza – bass, vocals
Soren Andersen – guitars
Tommy Gentry – guitar solos (special guest)
Morten Hellborn – drums

Digital single: https://lnk.to/limit

Webshop: https://bit.ly/marco-shop

UK TOUR
SAT APRIL 2ND THE UK BASS SHOW LIVERPOOL ENGLAND
SUN APRIL 3RD TRILLIANS NEWCASTLE ENGLAND*
TUE APRIL 5TH BANNERMANS EDINBURGH SCOTLAND*
WED APRIL 6TH THE STATION CANNOCK ENGLAND*
THU APRIL 7TH THE PATRIOT CRUMLIN WALES*
FRI APRIL 8TH YORKSHIREMAN SHEFFIELD ENGLAND*
SAT APRIL 9TH THE WATERLOO BLACKPOOL ENGLAND*
SUN APRIL 10TH THE BLACK HEART LONDON ENGLAND*
(*Bad Actress support)

EUROPE
APRIL: 
14 RETRO GARDEN TIMISOARA RO
15 CLUB FLEX ARAD RO
16 CULT MUSIC CLUB CRAIOVA RO
17 T B A
22 BOUNTY ROCK CAFE OLOMOUC CZ
23 TBA KYJOV CZ
24 KLUB VAGON PRAGUE CZ
27 BLUE NOTE NOVE MESTO 
NAD VAHOM SL 
28 M K Z UNICOV CZ
29 UNADRAZI CESKA KAMENICE CZ
30 OPEN AIR FESTIVAL TEPLICE CZ

MAY :
1 TBA
6 KAROSSERIFABRIKEN ELSINORE DK
7 HIGH VOLTAGE COPENHAGEN DK
8 T B A
11 QUANTIC BUCHAREST RO
12 NO LIMIT BUSAU RO
13 T B A 
14 ROCK & BIKE SIBIU RO
15 T B A
19 DAME DE CANTON PARIS FR
20 T B A
21 ROCK’ IN REBRECH FESTIVALORLEANS FR
26 MASTER CLASS – WHITESTONEORANGE FR
27 PRIVATE SHOW ORANGE FR
28 SONOGRAF LE THOR AUVIGNON FR

JUNE :
15 ROCK N EAT LYON FR
24 HARLEY DAVIDSON FESTIVAL DE

IF I DIE TODAY Share New Music Video ‘First Day (Denial)’ From Upcoming Album

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 6, 2022
Posted in: Int. News, News. Tagged: IF I DIE TODAY. Leave a comment
[ photo: Matteo Bosonetto at @miserianera ]

Italian sludge and post-hardcore rock ‘n’ rollers, IF I DIE TODAY, have announced the release of their fourth studio album, entitled The Abyss In Silence, for April 29, 2022 on Argonauta Records.

The Abyss In Silence is a concept album that deals with loss and grief. Featuring 8 powerful tracks, furious riffage and rare gentler passages, IF I DIE TODAY‘s sound is deeply rooted in hardcore punk, metal and filthy sludge rock ‘n’ roll. Give ear, as just recently they premiered a new music video for the single “First Day (Denial)” via Invisible Oranges! Says the band:

“‘First Day (Denial)’ is a song about suffering and regret, it is the first song in the album where we begin to face the stages of mourning, the whole concept behind “The Abyss In Silence”. It is a direct song that reveals the mood of the whole record, full of remorse, anxiety coming from the awareness that the world will not longer be the same after losing a very important part of you. No other songs could have introduced better than this “The Abyss In Silence” and we sincerely hope that it will deliver the message as straight as possible.”

“Bands as IF I DIE TODAY are an instant ‘go with’ when you have been offered the chance of a collaboration,“ Argonauta Records owner Gero Lucisano recently said about signing IF I DIE TODAY. “Already well established in the Italian territory thanks to killer albums and live activity, I thought it was time to spread their blackened post-hardcore blast through the worldwide key-channels of the label. Their upcoming new album is abrasive, wild and high-volumed the way it has to be!”

IF I DIE TODAY was formed in 2007 in the North of Italy. The four-piece released three full-length albums and two EPs to date, played countless shows in Europe and Russia alongside festival appearances at such as Groezrock, and gained high praise by both fans and critics for their high energy, intense live shows, while they have shared the stages with bands alike Everytime I Die, While She Sleeps, Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes, Dillinger Escape Plan, Dead Kennedy’s or No Use For A Name.

The Abyss In Silence will be released on April 29, 2022 – head over to the Argonauta Records store and keep an eye on their album pre-order HERE!

Tracklist:

  1. Life
  2. Death
  3. First Day (Denial)
  4. White Noise (Anger)
  5. Ashes (Negotiation)
  6. Autumn (Sadness)
  7. Void (Acceptance)
  8. Darkness

Japanese SURVIVE Unleash Two New Studio Vlogs, Day 25 + 26

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 6, 2022
Posted in: Int. News, News. Tagged: Live At Death Valley, SURVIVE. Leave a comment
Photo by Ko-ichi Mukoyama

SURVIVE, the “Samurais From Hell”, Japanese Thrash Metal veterans active for more than 20 years, are currently in the studio, working on the band’s next full-length studio album. Today the band has unleashed two new studio vlogs, Day 25 + 26!

Watch them below.

  • Vlog #25 – https://youtu.be/jvg3U04I2BU
  • Vlog #26 – https://youtu.be/yLFbgo7V2nk

In case you missed the earlier vlogs, check them out below, so you’ll get an idea about what’s coming up.
Vlog #1 – Vlog #24 at https://www.youtube.com/c/SURVIVEOFFICIAL/videos


“Live At Death Valley” coverart + booklet created by Mohsen Fayazi

SURVIVE are set to release their first live album “Live At Death Valley” on May 4th 2022 in conspiracy with Pest Records. The CD version will feature 8 tracks plus a bonus EP made of 4 tracks, one having Tony “Demolition Man” Dolan (Venom Inc) as special guest!

“Live At Death Valley” is now available for pre-orders here: https://pestrecords.bandcamp.com/album/survive-live-at-death-valley

Here’s what the legendary Mantas from Venom Inc. had to say about SURVIVE’s live potential:

“I had the pleasure and honor of touring Europe with Survive and they proved themselves to be a valuable asset to the touring package. I can say without hesitation or reservations that they were most definitely my favorite band on the tour. Incredibly nice and gracious guys who obviously loved their music and delivered every single night.
I gave them the nickname ‘The Japanese Machine Head’ a song that they played at every sound check became the tour anthem because of its wonderful chorus structure. Melody, hook lines and brutally heavy guitar riffs define this amazing band who deserve global recognition. Maximum Respect from Jeff (Mantas)”

“Live At Death Valley” coverart + booklet created by Mohsen Fayazi.

Track list :
01_Degenerate
02_Wrath
03_Fuck Against Authority
04_Obey Your Own Army Corps
05_Rules Of Lies
06_Immortal Warriros
07_Human Misery
08_the Road to hell is paved by goodwill

+bonus tracks from EP ‘The Road To Hell Is Paved By Good Will’:
1.The Road To Hell Is Paved By Good Will (Featuring Tony “Demolition Man” Dolan/Venom Inc)

  1. Rules Of Lies (Orchestra Ver)
  2. Seize The Victory
  3. The Road To Hell Is Paved By Good Will (Live@Club Citta Metallization Festival 2020)

“It is easy to be technically brilliant metal band in the studio but the true trial by fire is a Live album! With this “Live At Death Valley” album SURVIVE proves they are truly the “Samurais From Hell”! The album was mixed live so it is 100% authentic, no studio gimmicks! Great songs, fantastic technical skills! On top of that you get great new bonus tracks! Brilliant!” – Kimmo Kuusniemi, Band Manager, Sarcofagus Guitarist

Line-up
NEMO vocals/guitar
GAKU guitar
SINJILOW bass
GORO drums

Produced by SURVIVE
Executive Producer by NEMO
Recorded & Mixed by GAKU


Tokyo’s Thrash Heroes SURVIVE – active in the world for over 20 years – have forged their own indelible path within the jmetal scene. It was back in 1998, when former Death File guitarist and mastermind Nemo decided to form a thrash metal band of his own which soon became the juggernaut known as SURVIVE. Over the next two decades the band have played many big festivals (Loud Park, Beast Fest, Multiplex-motorbike event, Korean Live Rock, Formoz Festival, Asia Metal Festival, Dongducheon Rock Festival, Trendkill Extreme Feast, etc) and toured all over the world with acts such as Behemoth, United, Killswitch Engage, Dope, Pulling Teeth, Testament, Outrage, Anthrax, Hatebreed, Napalm Death, Amon Amarth, Venom Inc, At The Gates, to name just a few, cementing their place in Japanese metal history. Still going strong, SURVIVE‘s latest album “Immortal Warriors” was released to the Japanese market on September 12th, 2018 and a year later, on September 24th 2019, the album is out worldwide via Sliptrick Records. SURVIVE have lost none of their verve and “Immortal Warriors” is an absolute must for fans. The band’s first ever live album “Live At Death Valley” will be unleashed on May 4th 2022 via Pest Records.

Watch two Episode movies of the band’s history.
1st – https://youtu.be/zctgJMwdCZ0
2nd – https://youtu.be/x_Ev52d-3_w

Also watch the other videos.
‘Nemo&Gaku Acoustic Live’ acoustic show: https://youtu.be/Y76472r9NTA
“The Road to Hell is Paved by Goodwill”, feat. VENOM INC‘s Tony “Demolition Man” Dolan: https://youtu.be/OpDCsCP_8FA
“Degenerate” drum playthrough video: https://youtu.be/1W0nNLcGBQQ
“Immortal Warriors”, acoustic version: https://youtu.be/iX0v44z0VSU
“Wrath” guitar playthrough video: https://youtu.be/u-3OV4jlA50
‘Metallization 1’ Festival Digest movie: https://youtu.be/VR853NNIwCM
‘Degenerate’ official video: https://youtu.be/59jfifiBZCY
‘Immortal Warriors’ video: https://youtu.be/DzwXNSE_-ck

SURVIVE’s album catalogue:
2001 Against Next
2002 Chaos Confusion
2003 Rebel Lion
2006 SURVIVE
2008 Nothing Left On My Path
2015 Human Misery
2018 Immortal Warriors

More information at:
BAND: https://www.facebook.com/survive333 | https://www.youtube.com/c/SURVIVEOFFICIAL
MANAGEMENT: https://www.facebook.com/SplitScreenManagement | http://www.splitscreenproduction.com
LABEL: https://pestrecords.bandcamp.com | https://www.facebook.com/pestrecords

KOMBI KILLERS Release New Single ‘Sick World’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 6, 2022
Posted in: Int. News, News. Tagged: KOMBI KILLERS. Leave a comment

Brisbane’s old-school punk rockers, KOMBI KILLERS, return with new single ‘Sick World,’ available now on all digital platforms!
 
A hard-hitting punk track that pulls no punches, ‘Sick World’ highlights the current crisis that has held the world hostage since 2020. It sees the Kombi Killers unleash their vitriol on the COVID-19 situation that is now dragging into a third year. With lockdowns, masks and isolation becoming normality, Kombi Killers just want to get back to playing shows! 

Stream/buy ‘Sick World’ HERE

Kombi Killers have been belting out their original sounds for over a decade, highly influenced by the early punk scene they grew up in. 

They announced their arrival on the global Punk scene in 2021 by signing with Riot Records and dropping two attitude ridden singles, the controversial ‘ScuMo’ and ‘Don’t Start’.

KOMBI KILLERS ARE:

Steve Ingram – front man and vocalist, Steve was born in England and grew up during the punk revolution. Steve brings his raw and real attitude to every performance.

Dave Small – smashing the skins, Dave knows his beats! His hard and fast style is a key aspect of the Kombi Killers’ sound. Dave plays the kit like he stole it!

Allan Dyer – slinging the six string is Al. Well-respected and always cool, calm, and collected, his melodic fills reflect his smooth and hassle-free style.

Steve Langford – chopping the other axe is Steve. Known for his no bullshit attitude, Steve brings an aggressive edge that compliments Al’s smooth style. His aggressiveness can be heard in every note.

Adam Markovich – belting out the bottom end with his thrash and hardcore background, Adam combines his love for heavy metal and punk rock. He brings his no-compromises attitude to the mix.

FM Entertainment and Impact Fuel Room Present “95 WIIL Rock Fest 2022”, Celebrating 30 Years of Rock

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 6, 2022
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WIIL Rock Fest 2022 will feature band’s Shinedown, Falling In Reverse, Jelly Roll, Jackyl, Saliva, Royal Bliss, Through Fire, and Lilith Czar. The event will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2022 at Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake, Illinois.

“I can’t think of a better way to celebrate 30 years of WIIL ROCK than with a full day of music! This concert is dedicated to every person that has listened to our station over the last 3 decades!” says John Perry, Content Director at 95 WIIL ROCK-Chicago.

Brent Smith & SHINEDOWN add, “95 WIIL Rock has supported SHINEDOWN from the very beginning. It is an honor, and a privilege to be a part of celebrating the stations 30th anniversary. LETS GO!!!”

It will be an all ages event with the ticket price of $85.

Tickets go on sale Friday, April 8th at 10am CST!

MOONSPELL Announce North American Tour with Special Guests SWALLOW THE SUN + WITHERFALL

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 6, 2022
Posted in: Int. News, News. Tagged: MOONSPELL, Swallow The Sun, WITHERFALL. Leave a comment
[photo credit: Rui Vasco]

In celebration of their nothing short of amazing 30-year career, crowned by the band’s latest and critically acclaimed studio album Hermitage, the undisputed kings of the dark, MOONSPELL, have announced an extensive North American anniversary tour dubbed “American Full Moon”, featuring special guests Swallow The Sun and Witherfall, and kicking off in New York City this August! Tickets are now on sale at THIS LOCATION – see below for all dates!

Since their formation 30 years ago, the Portuguese band has taken the international heavy music scene by storm, followed by a monumental journey through an impressive, enthralling yet varying back catalogue of thirteen records, earning their place as one of the most distinctive dark metal artists of all time. But playing live has always been the motor of the band. For the first time since the world went into lockdown, and in addition to their extensive touring schedule throughout Europe this year, the band satiates the hunger of the wolfpack by announcing an upcoming tour of North America! Says charismatic frontman Fernando Ribeiro:

“American Full Moon is going to be the ultimate celebration of Moonspell’s legacy, past and present. 30 years under the spell can’t be missed by any fans overseas! Joining us will be Swallow The Sun and Witherfall, masters of their own craft who will add their own awesomeness to a tour which will bring us all together under, hell yea, a FULL MOON madness!

We will be revisiting our career and playing classics, new songs and hidden gems alike, so the hype is real, brace yourself for an extraordinary voyage in the amazing company of these bands, probably the best and most heartfelt tour of 2022.”

Watch an official tour trailer HERE:

30 years of MOONSPELL, and blessedly the band doesn’t show any signs of slowing down soon. With their latest record Hermitage, the gothic metal masters proved they still belong to the first league of the darkest art of sounds. To celebrate their band anniversary in style, MOONSPELL also announced many more reissues and new release highlights for 2022! The band is currently putting the final touches on their new live album + DVD/BluRay, recorded live 80 meters deep below the earth, at Grutas de Mira D’Aire (a cave and one of Portugal’s seven natural wonders), while writing their new album which shall see the light of the day in 2023. One can be sure, their upcoming live performances will contain an exciting blend of timeless classics and modern MOONSPELL anthems!

Make sure to catch MOONSPELL live in North America with Swallow The Sun and Witherfall at the following dates:

Aug-25 New York, NY – Le Poisson Rouge
Aug-26 Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage
Aug-27 Greensboro, NC – The Blind Tiger
Aug-28 Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade (Heaven)
Aug-29 Orlando, FL – The Haven             
Aug-31 Houston, TX – Scout Bar
Sep-1   Austin, TX  – Come and Take it Live
Sep-2   Dallas, TX  – Trees
Sep-3   El Paso, TX – Rockhouse Bar & Grill
Sep-4   Mesa, AZ  – Nile Theater
Sep-5   San Diego, CA – Brick by Brick
Sep-6   Los Angeles, CA  – 1720
Sep-7   Sacramento, CA – Goldfield Trading Post
Sep-8   Portland, OR  – Bossanova Ballroom
Sep-9   Seattle, WA  – Substation           
Sep-11 Denver, CO  – Marquis Theater
Sep-12 Lawrence, KS  – Granada Theater
Sep-13 Joliet, IL – The Forge
Sep-14 Indianapolis, IN – Irving Theater
Sep-15 Toronto, ON – Lee’s Palace
Sep-16 Montreal, QC – Cafe Campus
Sep-17 Quebec City, QC – Source de la Martinière
Sep-18 Boston, MA – Middle East Downstairs

Tickets for MOONSPELL’s North American run are now on sale at THIS LOCATION!

The European wolfpack will be able to see the band live at the following dates:

10.05.2022 (RO) Cluj-Napoca, Form Space          
12.05.2022 (RO) Bucharest, Arenele Romane   
14.05.2022 (BG) Sofia Metal Fest            
16.05.2022 (TR) Istanbul, KucukCiftlik Park         
17.05.2022 (TR) Ankara, Jolly Joker Ankara         
18.05.2022 (TR) Izmir, Sold Out Performance Hall           
20.05.2022 (GR) Athens, Fuzz Live Music Club  
22.05.2022 (GR) Thessaloniki,Principal Club Theater      
27.05.2022 (GB) Whittlebury Park, ManorFest                 
10.06.2022 (ES) Zamora, Z! Rock Festival                             
24.06.2022 (FR) Clisson, Hellfest                             
26.06.2022 (CZ) Spalene Porici, Basinfirefest                     
16.07.2022 (IT) Cremona, Luppolo in Rock                          
25.07.2022 (SI) Tolmin   Metaldays         
05.08.2022 (DE) Wacken Open Air

“Ultima Ratio Fest” 2022:
Moonspell
+ My Dying Bride
+ Borknagar
+ Wolfheart
+ Hinayana

29.09.2022 (DE) Frankfurt, Batschkapp
30.09.2022 (DE) Leipzig, Hellraiser
01.10.2022 (BE) Antwerp, Trix
02.10.2022 (LU) Luxemburg, Den Atelier
03.10.2022 (FR) Paris, Elysee Montmatre
04.10.2022 (FR) Lyon, Transbordeur
05.10.2022 (CH) Pratteln, Z 7
06.10.2022 (DE) Stuttgart, LKA
07.10.2022 (DE) Geiselwind, Music Hall
08.10.2022 (DE) Munich, Backstage Werk
09.10.2022 (CZ) Brno, Sono
10.10.2022 (HU) Budapest, Barba Negra
11.10.2022 (AT) Vienna, Arena
12.10.2022 (PL) Wroclaw,  A2
13.10.2022 (DE) Berlin, Kesselhaus
14.10.2022 (DE) Hamburg, Markthalle
15.10.2022(DE) Oberhausen, Turbinenhalle
16.10.2022 (NL) Utrecht, Ronda

31.10.2022 (PT) Porto, Coliseu (exclusive 30 years setlist)
01.11.2022 (PT) Lisboa, Coliseu (exclusive 30 years setlist)

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