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AMMO’s New Single ‘Shared Silence’ Hits, Shakes And Leaves a Deep Mark

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 12, 2025
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AMMO are pleased to announce the release of their new and highly anticipated single ‘Shared Silence’, available now on all platforms.

A track that doesn’t just tell a story — it hits, shakes, and leaves a deep mark.

“Shared Silence” is not just music.
It is a raw and visceral snapshot of a single day spent in peacekeeping scenarios, where the line between waiting and terror is as thin as a breath. Here, there is no strategy or politics — only the human being, vulnerable and authentic, suspended between life and nightmare.

The title itself — Shared Silence — is a powerful oxymoron. That silence is not peace: it is weight, it is threat, it is the glue that binds soldiers far more than any scream. It is the silence of those who know that every second could be their last.

The track unfolds as an emotional journey through three universal sensations of war:

1. Anxiety
The song opens with pulsing bass and an irregular, feverish drum pattern that mimics the accelerated heartbeat of someone waiting, trembling. It is the moment of tension, of a mind racing faster than time.

2. Fear
The beating heart of the track. An explosive, melodic, adrenaline-filled chorus with distorted guitars cutting through the air like bullets. The lyrics dive into the drama of the moment — the desperate fight for survival.

3. Pain
The song slows into a more atmospheric bridge, almost a lament. The voice becomes rough, introspective, bringing to the surface the emotional and physical cost of war: not only wounds, but trauma, loss, memory that burns.

Musically, “Shared Silence” balances tension and dynamics:
verses almost whispered — the silence of anticipation — exploding into a powerful, devastating Rock chorus.

This single is both a warning and a tribute.
A call not to forget the horror that hides behind the rhetoric of war, and a homage to the deep, tragic, unbreakable bond that forms between those who share the same hell.

Under the helmet, in the end, only one truth remains: humanity in pain.

FOR MY DEMONS Release New Single + Lyric Video ‘9 Weeks’, Dedicated to Van Gogh

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 12, 2025
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Today, December 12, 2025 marks a new chapter in the journey of FOR MY DEMONS, a progressive dark metal band known as one of the most elegant and conceptually profound acts in the Italian alternative scene. The new single ‘9 Weeks’, released by Volcano Records & Promotion and available on all digital platforms, comes with a lyric video rich in symbolism and visual intensity, now streaming on the band’s official YouTube channel.

9 Weeks is a fragment of light and madness taken from the concept album Tristesse, inspired by the tormented life of Vincent van Gogh. The song tells the story of the nine weeks the painter spent in the famous Yellow House in Arles, where his encounter with Paul Gauguin soon turned into conflict, rupture, and silence. A crucial moment shaped by contrasting visions, colliding souls, art, and obsession. Musically, the track blends melodic elegance with narrative tension in a distinctive style that evokes the dark, introspective atmosphere of Katatonia, Soen, and Dream Theater, while filtered through a deeply personal sensibility. With its symbolic lyrical structure and layered musical composition, 9 Weeks stands as one of the most mature and expressive pieces by the band, uniting storytelling and emotional suggestion in a sonic form that transcends labels.

Watch the ‘9 Weeks’ lyric video on YouTube:

Also watch their earlier single/video ‘Shades Of Past’ here: https://youtu.be/MnAG3p1aT90

Further info at
http://www.volcanopromotion.com
http://www.formydemons.com

STEVE GORDON MIA Releases Explosive New Music Video for ‘Broken’, Feat. RAY WEST

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 12, 2025
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Rock/Metal Guitarist, Producer, Mixer, and longtime industry veteran “Steve Gordon MIA” has officially released the music video for his breakout single “BROKEN”, featuring powerhouse vocalist Ray West of Spread Eagle. The track has already made major noise at radio currently at #22 on Metal Contraband Radio Charts–and the new visual brings the song’s emotional intensity, modern heaviness, and cinematic atmosphere to life.

“BROKEN” marks the second collaboration between Gordon and West, following their acclaimed single “We Go To War,”that climbed to #18 on the Metal Charts and continues the sonic blueprint Gordon has spent years crafting: classic metal emotion delivered with hard hitting modern production.

The new video is the most fully realized chapter of the “Steve Gordon MIA” visual universe so far. Combining gritty cinematics, emotional narrative, and Gordon’s signature heavy aesthetic, the “BROKEN” video plunges viewers into the darker themes behind the song—pain, recovery, addiction, rebirth,survival and the razor-thin line between destruction and redemption. Ray West’s soaring performance is on fire, backed by Gordon’s relentless guitar work and massive mix, delivering a modern metal anthem—but unmistakably stamped with Gordon’s veteran sonic identity.

Listen to BROKEN: https://hypeddit.com/stevegordonmia/broken

About Steve Gordon MIA

With deep New York roots, Steve Gordon MIA is a guitarist, songwriter, producer, and mixer. His sound merges the brutality of modern Metal with the precision and musicality only decades of top-tier experience can create.

STEVE GORDON MIA may be a newer solo name to many fans, but his fingerprints are all over the rock world & radio worldwide. A Grammy-nominated engineer, a 50+ Gold & Platinum guitarist, and a behind-the-scenes force across rock, metal, pop, R&B, and film, Gordon has played guitar for, Produced or Mixed:

Bon Jovi, Wu-Tang Clan, Rod Stewart, Phil Collins, Prince, Toni Braxton, Celine Dion, Frank Sinatra, Morgan Wallen, Rob Thomas, Motley Crew/2 Live Crew (HanginWith The Homeboys Movie Soundtrack), Regina Belle, Matt Kramer (Saigon Kick), Inner Circle, and Tito Jackson, Phyllis Hyman, Betty Wright, Gregory Abbott, Dr. John, Rita Marley, Kirk Whalum, Najee, Walter Beasley, David Sanborn, Donell Jones, Aretha Franklin, Howard Hewitt, Natalie Cole, Bad Company (Brian Howe) & more.  

In addition to his recording and session work, Gordon has placed over 30 songs in major films and soundtracks, including “The Little Things” starring Denzel Washington, “80 For Brady” starring Jane Fonda, Sally Field, Rita Moreno, Lily Tomlin, and NFL legend Tom Brady, and “Mafia Mama” starring Toni Collette and Monica Bellucci. His work also extends to Disney movies & soundtracks, as well as placements across Netflix, HBO, and Paramount & Showtime, showcasing his versatility and wide-reaching impact. After decades shaping the sound of Icons & other artists, Gordon is now carving out his own lane—leading into the upcoming full-length album “In The Blink Of An Eye” that features world class internationally known Hard Rock Metal singers in the Hard Rock / Metal arena coming out January 2026). Gordon is also a Grammy-nominated engineer credited for the“Betty Wright & The Roots’ song titled “Surrender”.

Links to Website and All Socials
https://stevegordonmia.com
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576615768613
https://www.instagram.com/stevegordon_mia
https://youtube.com/@stevegordon1562

TOO HOT FOR LEATHER Announce Superhero Tour 2026, Incl. Performance at NAMM 2026

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 12, 2025
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Nashville based TOO HOT FOR LEATHER announce their Superhero Tour 2026, including a performance at NAMM 2026. Drawing from influences like Paramore, Guns N Roses, and Muse, TOO HOT FOR LEATHER has quickly earned a reputation in Nashville’s thriving music scene.

“We are starting 2026 off strong! We head to the west coast to perform at NAMM 2026 and then we are hitting the road back east!  This is our first major tour, revisiting cities like Cincinnati, Charlotte and Atlanta, while playing for our very first time in cities like Cleveland, Louisville, and Birmingham. We can’t wait to see our fans in these cities and meet new ones!
We have one more thing that we are very excited about, but we can’t quite tell you about it yet. Stay tuned!”

Listen to TOO HOT FOR LEATHER: https://ffm.to/toohotforleather.OWE

Superhero Tour 2026

Jan 20 – Hilton Anaheim – Anaheim, CA
Jan 22 – The Fox Den – Louisville, KY
Jan 23 – Music & Arts – Columbus, OH
Jan 24 – Madison Live! – Covington, KY
Jan 25 – The Winchester – Lakewood, OH
Jan 28 – Amos’ Southend – Charlotte, NC
Jan 30 – Old Mill Playhouse – The Villages, FL
Jan 31 – 529 Bar – Atlanta, GA
Feb 1 – The Nick – Birmingham, AL

Tickets: https://bnds.us/f2mco5

About Too Hot For Leather

TOO HOT FOR LEATHER is a dynamic rock band hailing from Nashville, blending the raw energy of classic rock with modern influences to create a sound that’s as electrifying as it is unique. Known for their high-octane performances, the band captures the essence of 70s and 80s rock with powerful vocals, soaring guitar solos, and a rebellious spirit. Drawing from influences like Paramore, Guns N Roses, and Muse, Too Hot For Leather has quickly earned a reputation in Nashville’s thriving music scene. Formed by a group of seasoned musicians who share a passion for rock’s golden era, the band’s chemistry on stage is undeniable. Their live shows are a spectacle of tight musicianship, flashy stage presence, and pure rock ‘n’ roll attitude. With a growing fanbase and a commitment to keeping the heart of rock alive, Too Hot For Leather is making waves beyond Nashville, captivating audiences wherever they play.

Too Hot For Leather:

Shannon Sperl – Lead Vocals
Ryan Snyder – Guitar
John Blackstock – Bass
Kevin Keith – Drums

More info:
Website – https://www.toohotforleather.com/
Facebook – http://facebook.com/toohotforleather
Instagram – http://instagram.com/toohotforleather
YouTube – https://youtube.com/@toohotforleather
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@toohotforleather
Tour Dates – https://bnds.us/f2mco5

LORD OF THE LOST Release New Single + Video ‘Winter’s Dying Heart’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 12, 2025
Posted in: Int. News, News. Tagged: Lord Of The Lost. Leave a comment
[photo credit: VDPictures]

LORD OF THE LOST are set to release their new album, OPVS NOIR Vol. 2, tomorrow, December 12, 2025 via Napalm Records. But before that, the German virtuosos open up their catalogue with another single, “Winter’s Dying Heart”, a grandiose ballad with a sad, yet beautifully captivating atmosphere. The accompanying video sees LORD OF THE LOST venture into uncharted territory: for the first time in the band’s history, they present an animated music video, created by film studio “Kotburschi Kollektiv”. Its story does not revolve around a season; rather, the title “Winter” is the name of the video’s protagonist, around whom the song’s lyrics are also woven.
 
Following the recent success of their co-headline tour with FEUERSCHWANZ and last month’s UK tour, LORD OF THE LOST are headed towards their very own festival. The next edition of LORDFEST takes place this Saturday, December 13, 2025 in their native Hamburg’s Sporthalle. Celebrated right after the album release side by side with PAIN, SETYØURSAILS, and PYOGENESIS, it will be a special release show, in which the headliner will also be joined by BEYOND THE BLACK for three songs. Next year, the band will tour across the USA, Canada and Australia, before returning to Europe for the recently announced ‘TOVR NOIR 2026’, with shows in 19 countries.

Chris Harms on “Winter’s Dying Heart”:
“This song hurts in the most beautiful way. Bittersweet, slow, tough, like big waves in slow motion, hard and yet so melodic. Music like this is the best example that melancholy, at least for me, is a beautiful feeling that I can wrap myself in like a blanket when I feel like it. In addition, ‘Winter’s Dying Heart’ has a clear reference to real events, packaged in a modern fairy tale. A song that lives deep in the core of the overall feeling of the OPVS NOIR trilogy.”

Following their enchantingly colorful BLOOD & GLITTER, which earned them participation in the final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 and a #1 chart entry in their native Germany, LORD OF THE LOST reinvent themselves yet again with OPVS NOIR. With OPVS NOIR Vol. 2, another 11 heartfelt songs join the three-part cycle, tying seamlessly into Vol. 1. With OPVS NOIR Vol. 2, the band delves deeper into their melancholic take on unravelling their innermost selves, adding a new hopeful layer to the wonderfully dark panorama already presented in OPVS NOIR Vol. 1.

Get your copy of OPVS NOIR Vol. 2 HERE – first formats are already sold out!

Opening with dark yet catchy “The Fall From Grace”, LORD OF THE LOST immediately showcases their way with grand ballroom choruses weaved into grave melodies that will continue to sit enthroned on all the varied tracks until the last note of the ballad “Sharp Edges”. Joining in are guests ranging from scene favorites to top-tier musicians outside the metal genre. First up is INFECTED RAIN’s Lena Scissorhands, who refines the pitch-black “Would You Walk With Me Through Hell?” with the full range of her fierce, yet fragile vocals. Similarly, Anna Brunner of rising melodic metal stars LEAGUE OF DISTORTION and symphonic metal band EXIT EDEN lends her energetic voice to “Please Break The Silence”, inducing goosebumps – every talent is an important scene in OPVS NOIR’s grimly colorful movie for the ears. Unexpectedly, yet fittingly, Finnish rap artist KÄÄRIJÄ, runner-up at Eurovision 2023, turns “Raveyard” into a dancefloor with a mix of industrial, gothic, and Finnish rap—as if heralding the dawn of a new genre. The most moving collaboration is the opulent “What Have We Become?”, in which experimental artist IAMX meets Chris Harms for a cathartic duet.

OPVS NOIR Vol. 2 tracklisting:

  1. The Fall From Grace
  2. Would You Walk With Me Through Hell? (& Infected Rain)
  3. One Of Us Will Be Next 
  4. Walls Of Eden 
  5. Raveyard (feat. Käärijä)
  6. The Last Star 
  7. What Have We Become? (feat. IAMX)
  8. Winter’s Dying Heart 
  9. Scarlight 
  10. Please Break The Silence (feat. Anna Brunner)
  11. Sharp Edges 

LORD OF THE LOST Live 2025
 
LORDFEST
13.12.25 DE – Hamburg / Sporthalle
Tickets: tour.lordofthelost.de
 
LORD OF THE LOST Live 2026
 
DARK WINTER TOUR – USA & CANADA 2026
Co-Headliner Tour w/ The Birthday Massacre
Special Guest Wednesday 13
19.01.26 US – Baltimore, MD / Baltimore Soundstage
20.01.26 US – Philadelphia, PA / Theatre of Living Arts
21.01.26 US – New Haven, CT / Toad’s Place
23.01.26 US – New York, NY / Webster Hall
24.01.26 US – Worcester, MA / The Palladium
25.01.26 CA – Montreal, QC / Beanfield Theatre
26.01.26 CA – Toronto, ON / Phoenix Concert Theatre
28.01.26 US – Cleveland, OH / House of Blues
29.01.26 US – Cincinnati, OH / Bongart’s
30.01.26 US – Detroit, MI / St. Andrews Hall
31.01.26 US – Chicago, IL / Concord Music Hall
02.02.26 US – Minneapolis, MN / First Avenue
04.02.26 US – Denver, CO / Summit Music Hall
05.02.26 US – Salt Lake City, UT / The Complex
07.02.26 US – Los Angeles, CA / The Fonda
08.02.26 US – San Francisco, CA / UC Theatre
 
Australia 2026
19.02.26 AU – Brisbane / Crowbar
20.02.26 AU – Melbourne / Max Watts
21.02.26 AU – Sydney / Crowbar
22.02.26 AU – Adelaide / Lion Arts
 
TOVR NOIR 2026
Special Guests:
AD INFINITUM [∞]
DOGMA [†]
LEAGUE OF DISTORTION [x]
12.03.26 NO – Oslo [∞]
13.03.26 SE – Gothenburg [∞]
14.03.26 SE – Stockholm [∞]
16.03.26 FI – Tampere [∞]
17.03.26 FI – Helsinki [∞]
19.03.26 EE – Tallinn [∞]
20.03.26 LT – Vilnius [∞]
21.03.26 PL – Warsaw [∞]
22.03.26 PL – Kraków [∞]
24.03.26 AT – Vienna [∞]
25.03.26 HU – Budapest [∞]
27.03.26 GR – Athens [∞]
28.03.26 BG – Sofia [∞]
29.03.26 RO – Bucharest [∞]
09.04.26 NL – Amsterdam [†] [X]
10.04.26 FR – Paris [†] [X]
11.04.26 FR – La Roche-sur-Yon [†] [X]
12.04.26 FR – Toulouse [†] [X]
14.04.26 ES – Madrid [†] [X]
15.04.26 ES – Barcelona [†] [X]
17.04.26 FR – Lyon [†] [X]
18.04.26 BE – Durbuy Rock [†] [X]
24.04.26 DE – Hexentanz [†] [X]
25.04.26 CH – Pratteln [†] [X]
26.04.26 IT – Milan [†] [X]
06.05.26 CZ – Prague [†] [X]
07.05.26 DE – Herford [†] [X]
08.05.26 DE – Cologne [†] [X]
09.05.26 DE – Stuttgart [†] [X]

LORD OF THE LOST are:
Chris Harms – Vocals, Guitar
Pi Stoffers – Guitar
Benjamin “Benji” Mundigler – Guitar, Synths
Klaas Helmecke – Bass
Gerrit Heinemann – Piano, Synths, Percussion
Niklas Kahl – Drums
 
LORD OF THE LOST online:
WEBSITE
FACEBOOK
INSTAGRAM
TIKTOK
LORDSHOP
NAPALM RECORDS

VISIONS OF ATLANTIS And WARKINGS Join Forces for New Single + Video ‘Pirates & Kings’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 11, 2025
Posted in: Int. News, News. Tagged: Visions Of Atlantis, WARKINGS. Leave a comment
[Credit: Schwaighofer-Art]

Prepare for a fight! VISIONS OF ATLANTIS and WARKINGS unite for a mighty shared single, “Pirates & Kings”, forging their weapons for the upcoming co-headline tour of the same name. With a sweeping double vocal force and uplifting lyrics, the track showcases both the symphonic pirates’ and the power metal warriors’ strengths. Instantly opening with the impelling chorus, VISIONS OF ATLANTIS and WARKINGS craft an unmatched battle hymn. “Pirates & Kings” heats up the fight – be brave or be gone!
 
With their new song in tow, VISIONS OF ATLANTIS and WARKINGS prepare to embark on another journey together. Their eponymously named “Pirates & Kings Over Europe” Tour starts February 5, 2026. Kicking off in Pratteln (Switzerland), they play 21 cities all across the continent.
 
VISIONS OF ATLANTIS singer Clémentine Delauney on “Pirates & Kings?”:
“This is no longer a time for division or competition. When threats and tensions rise, the answer is to unite and become allies. This year ends with fear and dark projections; next year is about showing the right response. Tyrants will not prevail, manipulation will not work. We will see through the smoke screen and claim our own truth.
We believe that unity is strength. This is a time for collaboration, for opening ourselves to others, and for gathering like-minded souls. We can face anything when we stand with our tribe and our tribe is growing. We’re welcoming new warriors and shield-maidens aboard.
Pirates and Kings are launching the movement, leading the charge. Now it’s your turn to join the call.
Brave your fear, bring a friend, and reserve your seat for the most epic adventure, a place where a new world is forged, where courage is honored, where emotions run deep, and where your power is real.”
 
WARKINGS add:
“When the tides of chaos swell and the winds whisper of war, the kings must look beyond their own thrones. So we joined forces with Visions of Atlantis — warriors of the endless sea — to remind the world that unity is the strongest weapon.
‚Pirates & Kings‘ is the pact we seal in fire and storm”

VISIONS OF ATLANTIS AND WARKINGS LIVE 2026
 
PIRATES & KINGS Tour 2026
05.02.26 CH – Pratteln / Z7
06.02.26 DE – Saarbrucken / Garage
07.02.26 DE – Oberhausen / Turbinenhalle
08.02.26 DE – Frankfurt / Batschkapp
10.02.26 UK – Manchester / Academy 2
11.02.26 UK – London / O2 Academy Islington
12.02.26 FR – Paris / Elysée Montmartre
13.02.26 NL – Tilburg / 013 Poppodium
14.02.26 DE – Leipzig / Hellraiser
15.02.26 DE – Berlin / Columbia Theater
16.02.26 PL – Warsaw / Proxima
18.02.26 CZ – Zlin / Masters of Rock Cafe
19.02.26 DE – Hannover / Capitol
20.02.26 DE – Hamburg / Markthalle
21.02.26 DE – Geiselwind / Musichall
26.02.26 FR – Lyon / La Rayonne
27.02.26 DE – Stuttgart / Im Wizemann Halle
28.02.26 DE – Munich / Backstage Werk
05.03.26 HU – Budapest / Barba Negra
06.03.26 AT – Vienna / SimmCity
07.03.26 AT – Worgl / Komma

VISIONS OF ATLANTIS are:          
Clémentine Delauney – Vocals
Michele Guaitoli – Vocals, Piano, Orchestra Arrangements
Thomas Caser – Drums
Christian Douscha – Guitars
Herbert Glos – Bass
 
WARKINGS are:
The Tribune – Vocals
The Crusader – Guitar
The Viking – Bass
The Spartan – Drums
Morgana le Fay – Growls / Vocals
 
VISIONS OF ATLANTIS online: 
INSTAGRAM
FACEBOOK
WEBSITE
NAPALM RECORDS
 
WARKINGS online:
FACEBOOK
INSTAGRAM
WEBSITE
NAPALM RECORDS

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