GWAR Invade the Cannabis Industry with New THCa Collaboration with ‘World Needs Cannabis’

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GWAR and World Needs Cannabis unleash their limited-edition THCa collection featuring Scumdog Punch, Mutant Fuel and Death by Beefcake.

Humanity has endured GWAR for more than 40 years. You’ve been covered in spew, bloodied and besmirched, suffered violent mass destruction, witnessed executions, mutilations, and countless other atrocities. GWAR came for your lives, and now GWAR is coming for your Cannabis.

The Lords and Masters of the universe have joined forces with World Needs Cannabis (WNC) for a new limited-edition collection of THCa products inspired by the characters, creatures, and general depravity of the GWAR universe.

Speaking about the new venture between GWAR and WNC, Blothar says:

“I don’t know what’s happening but I gotta get paid.”

The collection will be available exclusively to adults 21 and older where permitted by applicable law.

Order here: https://wnc-cbd.com/gwar/

SCUMDOG PUNCH [SATIVA]

The Scumdogs have finally found something they can destroy without using a battle axe.
Scumdog Punch is a Fruit Punch cultivar with genetics tracing back to Skunk, Haze and Northern Lights, bringing tropical fruit and citrus together with the skunky, peppery character one might expect from something bearing the GWAR name.

Cannabinoid Information
THCA: 30.519%
Delta-9 THC: 0.169%
Total Cannabinoids: 32.812%

Terpenes
Total Terpenes: 2.000%
Top Terpenes: Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Limonene

Flavor & Aroma
Tropical fruit punch and citrus zest with undertones of skunk, pepper and spicy wood. The aroma combines mixed berries and tropical fruit with notes of skunk, gas and herbs.

Cultivar: Fruit Punch
Genetics: Skunk x Haze x Northern Lights

MUTANT FUEL [HYBRID]

What does GWAR use to power their infamous bat shaped helicopter? Why Mutant Fuel of course! This Petro Chem cultivar combines Original Glue and MoonBow genetics for a profile loaded with diesel, chemical funk, sour citrus, pepper and spice.

Cannabinoid Information
THCA: 28.995%
Delta-9 THC: 0.257%
Total Cannabinoids: 30.228%

Terpenes
Total Terpenes: 2.240%
Top Terpenes: Caryophyllene, Limonene, Linalool

Flavor & Aroma
Gassy diesel and chemical notes give way to sour citrus, peppery spice and acrid sweetness. The aroma brings gasoline, chemical funk and rubber together with pungent skunk, earthy spice and citrus rind.

Cultivar: Petro Chem
Genetics: Original Glue x MoonBow

DEATH BY BEEFCAKE [INDICA]

Death by Beefcake is named for one of GWAR’s most beloved and infamously debauched figures. A Rainbow Cotton Candy cultivar combining Rainbow Sherbert #11 (RS11) and Cotton Candy Kush create a sweet, fruity and just a little sinister experience. Don’t you want to feel like Beefcake?

Cannabinoid Information
THCA: 29.744%
Delta-9 THC: 0.251%
Total Cannabinoids: 31.007%

Terpenes
Total Terpenes: 3.110%
Top Terpenes: Myrcene, Limonene, Caryophyllene

Flavor & Aroma
Sugary berries and tropical punch with citrus and diesel, followed by a creamy vanilla and tart fruit finish. The aroma features sweet candy, fresh berries and citrus alongside earthy, herbal and light gas notes.

Cultivar: Rainbow Cotton Candy
Genetics: Rainbow Sherbert #11 (RS11) x Cotton Candy Kush

THIS IS ONLY THE BEGINNING

The initial flower release is merely the first stage of the invasion.

Two additional drops are coming in the weeks ahead, with the GWAR x WNC D9 THC Gummies entering the battlefield first, followed by the THCa Pre-Rolls.

Humanity has been warned!!!!

THCa Flower Information:

THCa flower is cannabis flower containing tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA). The legal status and availability of THCa products varies by jurisdiction.

Legal Notice:

Products are intended for adults 21 and older where permitted by applicable law. Not evaluated by the FDA. Not for use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. May result in a failed drug test. Consume responsibly and follow all applicable product and local laws.

📸: Dave Jackson

About GWAR:

For 40 years, GWAR has stood at the intersection of heavy metal, performance art, science fiction, horror and pure human depravity. Born in Richmond, Virginia, the band has spent four decades bringing its intergalactic mythology to life through music, comics, film, television, art and some of the most outrageous live performances ever inflicted upon the human race.

GWAR has conquered stages, television sets, movie screens and unsuspecting audiences around the world. Now they have conquered cannabis.

About World Needs Cannabis (WNC):

As a Western North Carolina family-owned small business, we have proudly cultivated our passion for cannabis with a commitment to providing an unparalleled experience to our customers by delivering the highest quality hemp products. We believe in the power of hemp to enhance overall well-being and aim to share its remarkable benefits with individuals seeking natural alternatives for a more balanced lifestyle.

ALICE COOPER & DICK WAGNER’s Long-Lost Concept Album Finally Comes to Life as MARYANN COTTON’s Chester Rose

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A remarkable chapter in rock history is finally being completed. Conceived years ago by Alice Cooper and his longtime collaborator Dick Wagner, Chester Rose was envisioned as a theatrical concept album in the spirit of Welcome to My Nightmare, a dark, cinematic production intended for both album and television.

From the beginning, Cooper and Wagner imagined the project being brought to life by a younger artist with the right voice, charisma, and theatrical presence. That artist became Maryann Cotton, who was discovered by Wagner and taken under his wing before being introduced to Cooper. Cotton later relocated from Copenhagen, Denmark, to Los Angeles to work directly on the album and its evolving concept.

Written by Alice Cooper, Dick Wagner, and Maryann Cotton, Chester Rose tells the story of a rock star turned serial killer whose twisted descent into lust, romance, obsession, and murder unfolds across twelve captivating tracks. The album takes listeners on a dramatic journey, beginning with explosive hard rock energy before evolving into darker and more sophisticated storytelling reminiscent of Lou Reed, Peter Gabriel, and classic Alice Cooper.

The first single, “Thief of Hearts,” is available now. ““Thief of Hearts” was one of the first songs Dick Wagner and Alice Cooper had written for the concept, and one of the very first songs Dick ever played for me.

Throughout this entire project, I’ve tried to stay respectful and true to the core of the original concept Dick created, while at the same time expanding on it and ultimately turning it into Maryann Cotton’s world. With “Thief of Hearts” in particular, I wanted to stay as true as possible to Alice’s original vocal lines and phrasing from the original version that was presented to me. It was important to me to preserve the DNA of what Dick and Alice created while still making the song my own.

I remember hearing the song for the first time and being completely blown away. As a lifelong Alice Cooper fan, it immediately took me back to somewhere between 1975 and 1977. It had that unmistakable Cooper/Wagner trademark, feel and attitude. You could hear exactly where it came from.”, says Maryann Cotton.

Watch “Thief of Hearts” (featuring Dick Wagner and Tommy Henriksen: https://push.fm/ps/9gdacguw

Although extensive pre-production work was completed and multiple versions of the project were developed, the album was never fully recorded or released. Tragically, Dick Wagner passed away shortly before the project was scheduled to enter the studio.

Determined to fulfill the vision he had shared with Cooper and Wagner, Cotton revisited the project two years ago. He reopened the original Pro Tools sessions, painstakingly restoring Wagner’s guitar riffs and solos while carefully cleaning, editing, and mixing the material to preserve its original spirit. Longtime collaborator Steve Hunter became an integral part of the process, contributing throughout the completion of the album.

Adding to the project’s significance, Tommy Henriksen of Hollywood Vampires contributed both rhythm and lead guitar performances. Much of the album features the legendary guitar partnership of Steve Hunter and Dick Wagner, making Chester Rose the final recording in rock history to feature performances from both musicians together. The result is a powerful and timeless hard rock album that bridges generations while preserving the creative vision of two of rock’s most celebrated collaborators.

Pre-Order Chester Rose on CD, LP, and Limited Signed Bundles: https://www.dekoentertainment.com/maryann-cotton

Track Listing

Chester Rose
Thief of Hearts
Angel Eyes
Darker Than The Night
I’m Here For You
Demons On The Mind
Fall From Grace
The Coolest Cat On The Street
The Room Of Tears And Sorrows
Hear My Confession
Blood Lust
The Funeral Song

THUNDERMOTHER Announce New Album “Mothers of Thunder” & Release Music Video for First Single ‘Bimbo Boost’

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Swedish hard rock queens THUNDERMOTHER are back with their Napalm Records studio debut, Mothers of Thunder, out on February 5, 2027. Their seventh album once again proves that the genre’s leading ladies can do everything men could—and maybe even better. Their rock’n’roll vibe comes in with dirty riffs and cheeky lines, the powerful delivery begging for energetic live shows. THUNDERMOTHER have previously proven to excel at just that: after opening for the legendary Scorpions and Judas Priest, playing at iconic festivals like Wacken Open Air, Summer Breeze, or Sweden Rock, and releasing their first live album, Live’n’Alive, in 2026, the four-piece is ready for a new era. Mothers of Thunder is high-energy encouragement for women as well as thrilling, head-bopping fun for everyone else.
 
Along with the announcement, THUNDERMOTHER turn the genre on its head with the first single, “Bimbo Boost”. Playing the epic riff to Deep Purple’s “Smoke On The Water” backwards, the four-piece addresses the pressure on female artists to always look perfect when going on stage—an expectation that passes by male musicians.
 
THUNDERMOTHER about “Bimbo Boost”:
“It’s damn hard being a woman. We have to do our makeup, straighten our hair, reverse aging, and always look our best. It’s exhausting. We wish we had a magic guitar booster pedal that instantly did all of that for us!
We love making fun music videos, and this time we went bananas!”

With their seventh album, THUNDERMOTHER take a step to become nothing less than rock goddesses. Mothers of Thunder is their time to shine, putting genre colleagues in their places with ease. The future belongs to THUNDERMOTHER!
 
THUNDERMOTHER about Mothers of Thunder:
“We know that it’s what every band says when they’re releasing a new album, but this time it’s true. This is the best THUNDERMOTHER album yet! The songwriting, the playing, and the lyrical themes have reached the next level, and we can’t wait to share Mothers of Thunder with the world!
 
Mothers of Thunder has killer riffs, groovy grooves, and powerful vocals paired with fun energy and the occasional serious tone. But most importantly, it has Filippa, Joan, Linnéa, and Majsan! Our musicianship gets a real chance to shine, and I think you can hear how much fun we’re having through your speakers.
 
This album is for you, the old fans, the new fans, and the future fans. Together we will make sure to keep rock’n’roll alive and kicking! We are THUNDERMOTHER, and this is Mothers of Thunder. Play it loud, sing along, and don’t forget to ROCK!”

Get Your Copy Of Mothers of Thunder NOW

The somewhat self-titled opening title track, “Mothers of Thunder”, is an ode to all women as well as an invitation to join THUNDERMOTHER in their ride. Calling mothers, daughters, and sisters as well as girlfriends and wives, the Swedish band is paving the way with this speedy track for those whom the future belongs to. “Restless” is another emancipatory manifesto: Singer Linnéa Vikström Egg teams up with her father, THERION’s Thomas Vikström, for a daddy-daughter argument turned song—a parent’s concerns on the one side, a child’s longing for freedom on the other, this song is as authentic as can be with real family delivering the vocals. Following, “Time Is Never Wasted (When You’re Wasted All The Time)” gifts Mothers of Thunder an instant rock classic, best played at clubs, pubs, or on the road, whereas “Front Row Bangers” goes straight back to the aforementioned live shows. The singalong hymn goes out to their most dedicated fans and the love they pour into the musicians on stage: “We do the show, but you’re the stars” lovingly underlines the importance of their support. Mid-tempo, blues-infused hard rocker “The Wet Blues”, dealing with a certain lust and loneliness, continues THUNDERMOTHER’s track record of delivering highly contagious bangers with strong vocal performances, having “Stalker” kick extra hard afterwards. Featuring Wild West vibes, this scarily calm song deals with a harsh reality of being a woman—from the perpetrator’s perspective. “Bimbo Boost” has the quartet return to their genre’s roots, only to turn them on their head: Playing the epic riff to Deep Purple’s “Smoke On The Water” backwards, THUNDERMOTHER address the pressure on female artists to always look perfect when going on stage—an expectation that passes by male musicians. “Get Up” is another self-empowerment hymn for women, whereas “Perfectly Miserable” is the slower song (not a ballad!) every good rock album needs. The question “Do I Need A Doctor” is easily answered with a song this infectious, and raw “Dirty Word” follows in its footsteps. Closing off the album, “Shake Your Money Maker” adds a certain feel-good summer feeling to Mothers of Thunder.

Mothers of Thunder tracklisting:

  1. Mothers of Thunder
  2. Restless
  3. Time Is Never Wasted (When You’re Wasted All The Time)
  4. Front Row Bangers
  5. The Wet Blues
  6. Stalker
  7. Bimbo Boost
  8. Get Up
  9. Perfectly Miserable
  10. Do I Need A Doctor
  11. Dirty Word
  12. Shake Your Money Maker

THUNDERMOTHER Live 2026
 
Festivals
14.11.26 SE – Vikingline / Rock at Sea
 
Mothers of Thunder Tour 2027
w/ Bonafide
19.02.27 NL – Utrecht / Tivoli Vredenburg
20.02.27 DE – Cologne / Live Music Hall
21.02.27 DE – Bochum / Zeche
23.02.27 DE – Bensheim / Musiktheater Rex
24.02.27 AT – Salzburg / Rockhouse
26.02.27 DE – Obertraubling / Airport Eventhall*
27.02.27 DE – Munich / Backstage
28.02.27 DE – Memmingen / Kaminwerk
02.03.27 CH – Zurich / Dynamo
03.03.27 DE – Aschaffenburg / Colos-Saal
05.03.27 DE – Stuttgart / Im Wizemann
06.03.27 DE – Saarbrucken / Garage
07.02.27 DE – Hanover / Capitol
*THUNDERMOTHER only
 
w/ The Karma Effect
19.03.27 DE – Hamburg / Große Freiheit 36
20.03.27 DE – Berlin / Festsaal Kreuzberg
21.03.27 DE – Nuremberg / Hirsch
23.03.27 AT – Linz / Posthof
24.03.27 HU – Budapest / Barba Negra
26.03.27 AT – Vienna / SIMM City
27.03.27 DE – Leipzig / Hellraiser
28.03.27 PL – Warsaw / Hydrozagadka
30.03.27 DK – Copenhagen / Vega
01.04.27 SE – Gothenburg / Monument
02.04.27 NO – Oslo / John Dee
03.04.27 SE – Stockholm / Debaser Strand

THUNDERMOTHER are:
Filippa Nässil – guitar, backing vocals
Linnéa Vikström Egg – lead vocals, guitar
Majsan Lindberg – bass, backing vocals
Joan Massing – drums
 
THUNDERMOTHER online:
WEBSITE
FACEBOOK
INSTAGRAM
TIKTOK
NAPALM RECORDS

THE 69 EYES Unveil New Single & Video ‘Brandon Lee (Forma Acustica)’

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Goth rock icons The 69 Eyes are thrilled to unveil their new single “Brandon Lee (Forma Acustica)”, out now via BLKIIBLK. 

Originally featured on “Blessed Be”, the song was first released in 2000 and became an international success for the band. Its title refers to the late American actor Brandon Lee, who played the lead role in the dark cult classic The Crow (1993).

The single was mixed by acclaimed American producer Matt Hyde, who also produced The 69 Eyes’ “Back In Blood”, recorded in Los Angeles in 2009. Known for his work with Slayer and Deftones, Hyde most recently mixed Megadeth’s self-titled album “Megadeth” (2026), which reached No. 1 in the United States.

The music video for the track was filmed at Suomenlinna, Helsinki, and directed by Elias Ryynänen. Paparazzi models Corinna Puleo and Lotte Vainio bring timeless catwalk glamour to the band’s gothic rock world, evoking the turn-of-the-millennium aesthetic.

The single is the first taste of an acoustic record, set for release early 2027. The 69 Eyes will also bring their melodic side on tour in February next year, with a nationwide concert hall tour across Finland.

“We’ve been touring nonstop around the world for the past three or four years. I checked the numbers this summer and realized that we had played 89 shows in 22 countries within a single year. Rock ’n’ roll is at its best live, but now it’s time to shift gears. An acoustic concert hall tour feels exactly right for this moment. As a preview of what’s to come, we created new arrangements of many familiar 69 Eyes songs and developed them into full acoustic versions. This is an invitation to come and hear us in a new, acoustic setting”, says Jyrki 69.

Stream “Brandon Lee (Forma Acustica)” HERE

Once you’ve survived the 80’s rock scene, you become unstoppable – and The 69 Eyes are living proof. Formed in Helsinki in 1989 and still going strong with the same line-up some four decades later, the Helsinki Vampires have earned their legendary status. 

In a world with fewer and fewer true believers in leather jackets, midnight sunglasses and low-slung guitars, The 69 Eyes keep the Johnny Thunders’ flame burning like an endless sleazy club night back in the days.

Their biggest hit, “Lost Boys”, from 2005, was made into an iconic music video by MTV’s Jackass star and skater Bam Margera and the song still remains on annual Halloween rock playlists. 

One foot on glam, another one on goth, The 69 Eyes have released thirteen albums, reaching gold and platinum and a mainstream status in their native Finland. They have been touring without any notable breaks all over the world the last twenty years. 

Vocals, a lead and a rhythm guitar, a bass and drums are the classic rock band line-up. The 69 Eyes have that magic on stage that is needed for these elements to carry on beyond the rock’n’roll dreams, theirs and their cult following.

Line Up:
Jyrki 69 – vocals
Bazie – guitar, backing vocals
Timo-Timo – guitar
Archzie – bass, backing vocals
Jussi 69 – drums

Follow THE 69 EYES: 
Website
Facebook
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OPUS Drops New Solo Acoustic-Rock Single + Video ‘Slip Away’ from Upcoming Full-Length Album “Purging the Demons”

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OPUS, the powerhouse drummer known for his work with Dead By Wednesday, Zetro, Ellefson, Earth and Gang Green, releases his new solo acoustic-rock single “Slip Away” today across all major streaming platforms. The accompanying official music video, directed by Sal DelGreco, is also available today.

“Slip Away” offers the first taste of OPUS’ forthcoming full-length solo album, Purging the Demons, arriving November 6, 2026.

 A deeply personal collection born from one of the most difficult periods of OPUS’ life, Purging the Demons explores loss, love, heartbreak, anger, stress, and the challenge of maintaining family connections through separation. Rather than hiding behind polished production or studio perfection, OPUS embraces the rawness of the performances and the emotions that inspired them.

“In a world obsessed with perfection, Purging the Demons is my reminder that truth lives in the cracks,” says OPUS.

The album represents a deliberate return to an old-school approach to recording. OPUS wrote, recorded, and performed 99% of the instruments on the record, with the songs captured without vocal tuning, quantizing, or drum replacements. The imperfections are part of the point leaving the human element intact and allowing the performances to speak for themselves.

Purging the Demons was written over the course of approximately a year and a half during a long, dark, and challenging period in OPUS’ personal life. The resulting songs transform those experiences into an honest and unfiltered musical statement.

All songs on Purging the Demons were mixed by Max Scialdone, who worked with OPUS throughout the project to preserve the raw character and emotion of the recordings while bringing the album to its final form.

At a time when music is increasingly shaped by digital processing, algorithms, filters, and artificial perfection, Purging the Demons takes the opposite approach. It is a record about being human, messy, emotional, imperfect, and real.

Album Pre-save: https://orcd.co/opus_purging-the-demons

With “Slip Away,” OPUS opens the door to a solo album that isn’t about hiding the cracks. It’s about embracing them.

STREAM “Slip Away” here: https://orcd.co/opus_slip-away

For more information please visit: Facebook – YouTube

GARGANT Release New Album “Dead Night Defiance” Alongside Video for ‘Burning Crusader’

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Dark Power Metal act GARGANT unleashes the beast and releases the debut album “Dead Night Defiance” on CD and a limited, colored vinyl (incl. a signed autographcard). Experience the album the way it was meant to be heard.

The physical editions released by Fireflash Records were designed with a strong focus on the album’s visual and collectible aspects. The vinyl edition features a colored marbled pressing and an insert, while the CD edition comes with a 20-page booklet packed with images, illustrations and visual elements that expand the world created by the band.

Get the album here: https://save-it.cc/fireflash/dead-night-defiance
Order the album on Bandcamp and get exclusive Bundles: https://ff-gargant.bandcamp.com/album/dead-night-defiance

To celebrate this special day, GARGANT releases “Burning Crusader”, the bonus track of the CD and Vinyls version from “Dead Night Defiance”. 

Fast-paced and steeped in Heavy Metal, “Burning Crusader” borders on thrash and introduces a new character within the universe created by GARGANT: a warrior consumed by his own crusade, moving relentlessly through ruins and towards the gates of hell.

The song takes a more immediate and aggressive approach while retaining GARGANT’s identity, exploring an even more traditional and visceral side of Metal. Heavy riffs, speed and raw energy drive the warrior’s journey as he is taken deep into the darkest parts of his own soul in search of vengeance.

The music video for “Burning Crusader” combines live footage of GARGANT with specially produced scenes, bringing the energy of the band’s live performances into its visual universe. Raw and intense, the video was built around the atmosphere of the song and the connection with those who have already experienced GARGANT on stage.

“Burning Crusader” offers another glimpse into the world of the album. More than an extra song, it expands the dark universe GARGANT has been building.

Stream/Download: https://save-it.cc/fireflash/burning-crusader
Get the song on Bandcamp: https://ff-gargant.bandcamp.com/track/burning-crusader

GARGANT unleashes a powerful and immersive form of Dark Power Metal, driven by massive riffs, dark atmospheres, and soaring epic melodies. Rooted in the spirit of 90s metal, their sound stands as a colossal and defiant force while pushing forward with a modern and commanding signature.

Founded by veterans of the Brazilian Heavy Metal scene, GARGANT features vocalist Guilherme Sevens, guitarists Caio Mendonça and Leandro Carvalho, bassist Paulo Doc, and drummer Phill Drigues. Together, they bring extensive touring experience across Europe and South America, a strong background in metal production, and a unified artistic direction that defines the band’s mature and confident presence.

Their debut album Dead Night Defiance, recorded at Tellus Studio and produced, mixed, and mastered by Caio Mendonça alongside the band, stands as a defining statement of their sound. 

GARGANT just signed a worldwide release deal with Fireflash Records, expanding the reach of Dead Night Defiance and marking a new chapter in the band’s ascent.

Beyond the music, GARGANT builds a complete artistic universe. Their compositions, music videos, and visual elements function as interconnected chapters of a larger narrative. Drawing inspiration from comics, cinema, painting, architecture, and literature, the band crafts dense and immersive worlds that mirror the depth of their sound. The visual direction, led by Guilherme Sevens, known for his work with Queen, Metal Mike, Dave Evans from AC/DC, and Adagio, is an essential part of this experience.

GARGANT pushes forward with unwavering purpose and relentless drive, breaking beyond borders and expanding its global reach. With a growing international presence and a distinct sound, the band stands ready to bring its colossal and defiant force to stages worldwide.

LINE-UP:
Guilherme Sevens – Vocals
Caio Mendonça – Guitars
Leandro Carvalho – Guitars
Phill Drigues – Drums
Paulo Doc – Bass

SOCIAL LINKS:
Instagram: instagram.com/gargantofficial
Facebook: facebook.com/gargantofficial
X: x.com/gargantofficial
YouTube: youtube.com/@gargant