Legendary hard rock titans Lynch Mob are pleased to unveil the new single and official visualizer, “Saints And Sinners”, taken from the highly anticipated ninth and final full length studio album “Dancing With The Devil”, out on November 28, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl.
George Lynch stated: “This song is our attempt mimicking one of our mentors and idols, Judas Priest… And it’s also my favorite bar in Española, New Mexico!”
The album follows the success of their previous effort “Babylon” and showcases elements of classic Lynch Mob with a modern edge, fusing hard rock, blues, and soulful grooves with an unmistakable passion and energy.
“We’ve always been about pushing boundaries and staying true to the fans”, said George Lynch, the band’s legendary guitarist and founding member. “This new album is a reflection of where we are now, both as individuals and as a band. We’ve taken everything we’ve learned over the years and poured it into these songs”.
With “Dancing With The Devil”, legendary guitarist George Lynch and his band Lynch Mob deliver a bold and uncompromising last word, a completion of the musical legacy, closing the curtain on a storied chapter in American hard rock history. This album marks the band’s definitive farewell, following the conclusion of all touring and live activity – a fitting final act from a group whose impact on the genre has been both lasting and influential.
Sonically, “Dancing With The Devil” revisits the classic Lynch Mob sound: a potent mix of blues-based hard rock, razor-sharp guitar work, and soulful vocals, delivered with the swagger and confidence of a band that has nothing left to prove. Fans of the early Wicked Sensation era will find familiar fire here – but with a modern edge that reflects decades of evolution and road-tested chemistry.
Reuniting the same lineup that lit up 2023’s “Babylon” – vocalist Gabriel Colón, bassist Jaron Gulino, drummer Jimmy D’Anda, and Lynch himself – this final studio effort captures the chemistry of a band playing at full force.
Together, they’ve crafted a collection that balances raw intensity with veteran finesse, all under the expert guidance of producer and mixing engineer Chris Collier (known for his work with KXM, Prong, Joel Hoekstra’s 13). Collier’s production brings clarity and punch, allowing the band’s dynamic interplay and Lynch’s signature tone to shine through every track.
As a special bonus for European fans, this edition of the album includes the exclusive track “Somewhere”, not available on the U.S. version – a parting gift to a fanbase that has supported the band throughout their journey.
“Dancing With The Devil” isn’t just another release – it’s a farewell with force, a record that honors the past while asserting the band’s place in rock history one final time. For Lynch Mob, the devil may have had the last dance… but they set the floor on fire.
“Dancing With The Devil” Tracklist:
1. Dancing With The Devil 2. Pictures Of The Dead 3. Saints And Sinners 4. Lift Up Your Soul 5. Love In Denial 6. Machine Bone 7. Follow Me Down 8. Golden Mirror 9. Sea Of Stones 10. The Stranger 11. Somewhere (Bonus Track)
Line Up: George Lynch – guitars Gabriel Colon – vocals Jaron Gulino – bass Jimmy D’Anda – drums
After years of uncompromising music and committed activism, International extreme metal outfit The Way Of Purity announce a new chapter. Having built a reputation for sonic intensity and tangible action for animal welfare, the band now reimagines itself as an interdisciplinary artistic collective — The Order Of The Deep Roots — a project that merges ritual-inspired empowerment with ecological commitment.
Formed on a foundation of Religious Propaganda, The Way Of Purity have amassed notable achievements: critically acclaimed releases, headline performances across festivals and underground circuits, high-impact collaborations, and a series of grassroots campaigns and fundraising initiatives that have tangibly supported animal sanctuaries and rescue operations. Their music — fierce, precise, and evocative — has always been matched by concrete activism: benefit shows, awareness campaigns, and partnerships with animal welfare organizations that have delivered real resources and attention to vulnerable creatures.
Today, that dual mission — music and stewardship — grows into a broader cultural platform. The Order Of The Deep Roots reframes the band’s creative identity as a living, evolving collective. At its heart, the initiative aims to:
Explore immersive, ritual-infused live experiences
Expand collaborative work across visual art, literature, and ecology-focused outreach.
Channel the hr’s activism into sustainable programs that support animal welfare and environmental stewardship.
Create a membership model centered on volunteerism, artistic exchange, and education — not proselytism.
This is a religious conversion and a conceptual evolution: a way to embed the band’s artistic vision into wider cultural practices and community action. Performances will be staged as immersive ceremonies, combining music, movement, and narrative to spotlight humanity’s relationship with nature. All activities will adhere to legal and ethical standards and prioritize safety, consent, and transparency.
About The Way Of Purity
An extreme metal act with a long history of musical rigor and activism, The Way Of Purity have become known for punishing riffs, precise composition, and a steadfast ethical stance toward animal welfare. The transition to The Order Of The Deep Roots formalizes their artistic activism into a collaborative cultural project.
Horizon Theory has released their new single “Transcendence”, featuring Morgan Rose of Sevendust on both guest vocals and drums, available now via Mindful Recordings.
“Transcendence” marks the first single from Horizon Theory’s upcoming full-length album, Mission Control, slated for release in March 2026. Accompanied by a visualizer, the track delivers an atmospheric and hard-hitting sonic experience.
Produced by Morgan Rose, mixed by Chris Dawson and mastered by Kris Crummett, the single delivers a polished sound that rivals some of modern rock’s most powerful productions.
Josh Harrington, the band’s vocalist shares, “‘Transcendence’ is a song that I think everyone can relate to. It’s basically about a relationship that implodes. Love lost and questions unanswered. Something we’ve all been through at some point in our lives. It features Morgan on drums and backing vocals also!”
He adds, “This will be our first release working with a producer and until we toured with Sevendust we hadn’t really considered it. While we were on the road with them Morgan mentioned getting in the studio and putting an album together. To say we were pumped at the opportunity is an understatement! Working with Morgan was an awesome experience and a great way for us to expand our sound with some fresh ideas in the studio. We can’t wait for you to hear the rest of the album Mission Control!”
Morgan Rose comments, “I had the best time working with these guys. The songs are amazing. Lyrically, and musically, I have no doubt people will relate to it in a big way”.
“Transcendence” is available now on all major streaming platforms, HERE.
Horizon Theory is a 5 piece Heavy Rock/Metal band that is quickly showing that they have what it takes to become a mainstay in the genre. The airtight rhythm section featuring Luen Murr on Bass produces the foundation for what will only prove to be more complex and melodic. Chris Black layers guitars that can mesmerize and enchant just as easily as they can violently blast through whatever is in the path. This all sets the stage for Josh Harrington to invoke emotion and energy from any crowd that witnesses his passionate vocal performance. With several singles racking up Millions of views and streams since 2023 as well as tours with the likes of Sevendust, 10 Years, Cold, Orgy and Smile Empty Soul, HORIZON THEORY has exploded onto the scene with energy and conviction.
Horizon Theory: Josh Harrington – Vocals Chris Black – Guitar Luen Murr – Bass
Rhode Island-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist Seth Salois proudly releases his brand-new single, “Failed Storm Drain,” available now on all streaming platforms.
“‘Failed Storm Drain’ is the first song out of this collection of 5 on the new EP that captures the essence, sounds and themes of myself as a songwriter. I wanted a song that created a certain atmosphere, something that felt lived in and told a story of hope, togetherness, and our ability to do something beautiful when we come together. This is just the beginning of the ride for this album,” shares Salois.
The track was produced, recorded, mixed, and mastered at No Boundaries Studios by Chris Piquette, who also contributed guitar, bass, and programming. Drums were performed by Brody Briggs, adding a dynamic foundation to the song’s sonic weight.
If you are looking for songs with words that matter, music that carries a story and a voice that tells the truth, you have found what you’re looking for. Seth Salois is Rhode Island native who has been the front man/guitarist, lyricist, and catalyst for the RI base band Psycle for over 20 years. Bringing tenacity, soul and purpose to what Psycle’s music stood for was always at the fore front of the group and this can now be found in his own songs.
With the upcoming EP Between the Darkness and the Light, due out in 2026, Seth has created a landscape of songs to voice his experiences, his will and the transference of those around him. The EP will consist of 5 songs that will reach the edges of all his musical inspirations ranging from the 90’s Seattle sound, to Modern artists such as Shinedown, Daughtry, and Alter Bridge. The first single “Failed Storm Drain” will bring you thru a maze of beautiful melodies, introspective lyrics and crushing guitars that leave you asking, “Are we better when we are together?”. With the swing and edge of bands like Chevelle and Breaking Benjamin to the soulful delivery of Chris Daughtry, “Failed Storm Drain” delivers a potent statement to its last breath.
Creating a family of like-minded individuals who are looking for stories to share, feelings of hope and light in the darkest of times, and a way through it all is not only who he is as a person but who he tries to inspire others to be. Welcome to a place where the only ego in the room…is the song.
They may not have released a new studio album in a while (ummm…. it’s actually been 30 years!), but few who’ve seen southern sleaze-metal veterans Dangerous Toys playing out recently would ever doubt that they remain one of the most exhilarating live bands on the circuit – albeit one that rations its appearances to just a handful at most a year!
They’ve already played a few select shows this year, and there’s still a couple to come, at the Rochester Opera House in Rochester NY on November 14, and the Met Cafe in Pawtucket RI the following evening.
And next spring, they’re playing the Monsters of Rock cruise!
Amidst so much activity, and with the band’s long, long, so-bloody-loooong awaited fifth album still in a state of gestation, December 12 will see the release of Demolition – on CD, vinyl and limited edition cassette!
A truly blockbusting compilation, Demolition features 10 tracks, all previously unreleased and recorded during the hiatus between the band’s second and third albums, 1991’s Hellacious Acres and 1994’s Pissed, as they continued refining their debut album’s unique concoction of Southern rock and driving metal.
Hand selected by the band, “these old songs… obviously didn’t make the cut when choosing songs for official release,” the band remark in the liner notes. All will be completely new to all the ears that hear them.
But while it’s easy to refer to the 10 tracks as “rejects” (even the Toys do so!), it’s also worth remembering the band wrote at least 70 new songs during this period, with most of them being recorded within days of the original idea being brought to the jam room, probably scribbled on a piece of scrap paper, or loosely worked out on a cassette tape. And so the recordings piled up and when it came time to piece Pissed together…
Quality had nothing to do with it!. There was just too many songs to release. Until now!
The countdown to Demolition begins today, with the first single from the album, “Rock Shock Cowboy,” coming at you – as guitarist Scott Dalhover puts it – “Straight out of the Way Back Machine from deep within the Dangerous Toys Archives.
“It’s a snapshot of what was going on in the D.T. song writing process at that point in time.” And it’s a slice of seriously anthemic metal balladeering….
Well, compared to what you were probably expecting, it’s balladeering. But it’s also a mighty slab of exactly what you’ve been waiting for. Primo Dangerous Toys!
To commemorate the induction of the legendary SOUNDGARDEN into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on 8 November 2025 , alternative rock collective KING ULTRAMEGA have unleashed a powerful new rendition of “The Day I Tried To Live”, featuring SOUNDGARDEN’s Kim Thayil, with Alissa White-Gluz of ARCH ENEMY, Mark Menghi of METAL ALLEGIANCE, and Charlie Benante of ANTHRAX. “The Day I Tried To Live” is also featured on a 2-song LP release that also features KING ULTRAMEGA’s rendition of the SOUNDGARDEN classic “Rusty Cage”. KING ULTRAMEGA crafted this single in loving memory of legendary vocalist Chris Cornell, while raising funds and awareness for MusiCares, which is the Recording Academy’s nonprofit that provides mental health, addiction recovery, and emergency services to those in the music community.
Kim Thayil welcomed this unique opportunity to rediscover his relationship with the song, outside of the familiar context of performing it as a SOUNDGARDEN member. Though the process of sharing his original contributions and interpretations of his guitar performances with other musicians was challenging, Thayil found it to be personally cathartic, capturing the essence of “The Day I Tried To Live”, while still bringing a fresh power and beauty to the song.
Thayil comments, “I believe that the personal exploration that came out of my accepting the invitation from Mark, and King Ultramega, to participate in these recordings, allowed me to open myself up to the creative risks of sharing an emotive and artistically intimate experience with other creative individuals, and that this has proved to be rewarding and encouraging, for me, of future similar collaborations.”
While Thayil’s smooth, soulful lead guitar performance shines on top, bassist and KING ULTRAMEGA creative visionary Mark Menghi keeps the groove of the song true to form. Menghi’s precise bass performance gives Thayil a familiar foundation to build upon so that together, KING ULTRAMEGA can do justice to Chris Cornell’s legacy.
Menghi comments, “It was a bit nerve racking for me to go in and record this track knowing Kim was going to be on this song, as it’s his band’s song to begin with. In addition, it was equally important for me to keep it true to the original so Alissa had a strong foundation to deliver her magic. ‘What would Chris think?’ was the question that kept repeating in my head over and over.”
As a longtime SOUNDGARDEN fan, vocalist Alissa White-Gluz cites Chris Cornell’s work as highly influential and inspirational to her own, through all of his projects. Her energetic performance carries the song through a range of emotional peaks and valleys, from smooth, dark verses to gritty, soaring choruses. The use of subtle dynamics and textures shows meticulous attention to detail, demonstrating White-Gluz’s intent to craft a tribute that remains true to Chris Cornell’s style and delivery.
“I felt that I needed to try to embody his unique power and swagger when delivering the vocals here,” she comments. “He has always had such a remarkable way of wording things; ‘I stole a thousand beggars’ change and gave it to the rich’ – just so, so good. He always managed to grab our attention with narrative and keep our interest with thoughtful word choice and intriguing messages.”
Finally, drummer Charlie Benante of ANTHRAX lays the beat down with care and intention, closely matching the dynamic structure of the original song. Always playing slightly behind the beat, Benante alternates lighter and heavier playing to recreate the signature sound of “The Day I Tried To Live”.
“This is one of my favorite Soundgarden songs,” Benante comments. “I just love everything about the song. I especially love the ending, I never expected it to end the way it ends. It’s just a beautiful piece of music. Matt’s playing on this tune really compliments the song so much. I just tried to stay true to that.”
A limited run of 500 purple vinyls (available to US purchasers) and 300 lilac vinyls (available to European purchasers) will go on sale beginning November 7, to commemorate SOUNDGARDEN’s induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
The LP featuring “The Day I Tried To Live” and “Rusty Cage” is available exclusively on the Reigning Phoenix Music webstore, SOUNDGARDEN webstore, and KING ULTRAMEGA webstore.
KING ULTRAMEGA is a passion-driven musical project honoring the life, voice, and genius of Chris Cornell, one of the most gifted artists of our time. It launches in conjunction with SOUNDGARDEN’s long-overdue induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
This project did not begin with a single, dramatic moment. Instead, it grew quietly and gradually, an organic result of years of conversations, inspiration, and deep reverence for a musician whose impact remains immeasurable.
“There is not a singular moment in time that led to this project,” says bassist and producer Mark Menghi, the driving force behind KING ULTRAMEGA. “It was a trail of events that led to the formation of KING ULTRAMEGA and the evolving creation to pay tribute to the voice of a generation.”
It started in 2020, in the midst of the pandemic, when Menghi recorded a version of “Rusty Cage” with friends. What began as a creative release soon became something larger. With every step forward, the project deepened in meaning and purpose. “I kept crossing the mental roadblock of ‘you are entering uncharted waters, are you sure you wanna do this?'” Menghi reflects. “Chris is one of those dudes if you cover, you better do it justice.”
The decision to continue became clear when SOUNDGARDEN guitarist Kim Thayil joined the project and re-recorded one of his own iconic tracks. “Once Kim got involved and re-recorded one of his own songs, I knew something was brewing,” Menghi says.
Thayil embraced the project wholeheartedly. “I’m super honored to record alongside all the amazing musicians appearing on the KING ULTRAMEGA project,” he says. “I’m equally proud that it celebrates SOUNDGARDEN in this tribute to the songwriting of Chris. Ultra-admirably, everyone’s participation is supporting the work of the MusiCares Foundation. Thank you Mark Menghi, Charlie Benante and Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM).”
For Menghi, this project is as personal as it is musical. “I went through some very difficult times in my life. I should not be here right now, but I am,” he shares. “I like to think my past trials and tribulations helped me understand Chris just a little, hence the formation of KING ULTRAMEGA.”
Song selection was guided by instinct. “My mood. It’s really that simple,” Menghi explains. “‘Rusty Cage’ was recorded simply because it’s one of my favorite songs featured on one of my favorite records.” Other songs came to Menghi during moments of reflection and inspiration. “There is a bunch more in the can right now, all with drums fully recorded, which are currently being worked out for future releases.”
The goal was never to reinvent Cornell’s work. It was about honoring it with the respect it deserves. “It really is only about honoring the legacy of Chris Cornell. Nothing more,” Menghi says. Each musician brought their own voice, but always in service to the song and to Cornell’s memory.
“Each musician has their own individual musical stamp,” Menghi explains. “You hear the absolute best of each one of them. You are talking about musicians who helped invent and shape musical genres and helped define their generations in popular culture, not just music, but society as a whole.”
The cast of collaborators is remarkable. Kim Thayil, Charlie Benante, Joe Satriani, William DuVall, Bill Kelliher, Alissa White-Gluz, Kenny Aronoff, Menghi himself, among many others. The mix of past friendships and new connections created a unique bond among them. “I think back and go ‘did I really ask Joe Satriani to do an instrumental reinterpretation of one of the greatest modern vocal songs ever recorded?’ or ‘what the fuck was I thinking asking the great Kim Thayil to re-record one of his own classic Soundgarden songs?'”Menghi laughs. Yet, no egos entered the room. “Each participating musician saw the vision and understood that this is about honoring the legacy of not only an inspiring musician, but an amazing husband, father and man.”
For Menghi, Cornell’s music has always been a constant presence. “Chris Cornell has been one of only a very small handful of musical constants in my life,” he says. “I never waivered, not once.”
Certain moments in the process were surreal. Recording with Thayil was one of them. “I remember thinking back saying to myself ‘holy fuck, I’m on a SOUNDGARDEN song with Kim Thayil. What planet are we on?'”
Throughout it all, Menghi served as the project’s creative director, always guided by one central question. “How would Chris like this?” Every choice, from guest musicians to mixes to artwork, was measured against that standard. “If there is even a shred of uncertainty at any point in the process, back to the drawing board we go.”
The recordings were completed remotely over several years. The final tracks were mixed with care to ensure a cohesive sound that still captured the raw emotion of the performances.
Hope is the underlying theme that runs through KING ULTRAMEGA. It is an offering to longtime fans and an invitation for younger listeners to discover the timeless brilliance of Cornell’s work. “KU is just a blip in the Chris Cornell universe,” Menghi says. “We are a subtle reminder that Chris was a true musical genius.”
For Menghi and his collaborators, KING ULTRAMEGA is both a deeply personal labor of love and one of the greatest honors of their musical lives. “To be here thirty-plus years later paying tribute to whom I believe was the king of those times is one of the greatest musical honors of my life.”
MusiCares helps the humans behind music because music gives so much to the world. Offering preventive, emergency, and recovery programs, MusiCares is a safety net supporting the health and welfare of the music community. Founded by the Recording Academy in 1989 as a U.S. based 501(c)(3) charity, MusiCares safeguards the well-being of all music people through direct financial grant programs, networks of support resources, and tailored crisis relief efforts. For more information please visit: www.musicares.org.
Chief Shock Video
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s ASA unveil the long-overdue release of "Collective Failure" + first music video for title-track! Check it out and stay tuned for more news! Click image to watch the video
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
Ads
Visionary artist KIMMO KUUSNIEMI's ANCIENT STREAMING ASSEMBLY (ASA) have released “Aurora Nuclearis”, a powerful 12-minute audiovisual experience, dedicated to the Late Keyboardist Esa Kotilainen. - Click image to watch the video
Click image to watch the video
Metal Shock Finland (World Assault ) 