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DIRKSCHNEIDER & THE OLD GANG Release New Video ‘Blindfold’ from Current Album

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 8, 2025
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Photo credit: Eddi Bachmann

For longtime fans of UDO DIRKSCHNEIDER, ‘Blindfold’ feels like an old acquaintance: previously heard in an orchestral version on the 2020 „We Are One„ album, the song now returns in a gripping new rock version. With its successful blend of emotion and classic heavy rock atmosphere, Blindfold is one of the most emotional moments on the current DATOG album „Babylon“, released on October 3rd, 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM).

Filmed entirely in stylish black and white, the music video captures the raw emotion and powerful interplay of the band perfectly, showing DATOG more intimate, direct, and sensitive than ever before.

Manuela’s heartfelt vocals and Mathias’ classical concert guitar turn Blindfold into a stirring rock ballad that reaches its ultimate climax in the final chorus with Udo’s unmistakable voice. With Blindfold, DATOG not only offer longtime Udo Dirkschneider fans a welcome reunion with this very special track, but will also win over many new fans through this video.

Listen to „Babylon“ on your favourite streaming platform or get your CD/LP/Earbook here: https://datog.rpm.link/babylon

More from “Babylon”:

‘It Takes Two To Tango’ OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=meb1xvWHBEo

‘Time To Listen’ OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tL6ms_kEzy4

‘Hellbreaker’ OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNXNVItL8kI

‘Strangers In Paradise’ OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
https://youtu.be/U7j_th2jf_g

‘Dead Man’s Hand’ OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=olR90dpMjRY

‘Metal Sons’ OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
https://youtu.be/GQwRoQpQMz8

‘Beyond The End Of Time’ OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHQ1ON5QHvQ

About DATOG:

DIRKSCHNEIDER & THE OLD GANG (DATOG) was originally launched in 2020 as a one-off charity project, but quickly developed a momentum of its own and formed into a band consisting of Udo Dirkschneider (vocals; ACCEPT/U.D.O./DIRKSCHNEIDER), Peter Baltes (bass, vocals; ACCEPT/U.D.O./DIRKSCHNEIDER), Stefan Kaufmann (guitar; ACCEPT/U.D.O.), Mathias “Don” Dieth (guitar; SINNER/U.D.O.), Sven Dirkschneider (drums; U.D.O./DIRKSCHNEIDER) and Manuela “Ella” Bibert (vocals). Between 2020 and 2021 their first three singles attracted a lot of attention, whereupon the band wrote more songs and recorded their debut album. With a unique vocal concept of three voices, powerful riffs and stylistic complexity, DATOG combine classic heavy metal with a modern, powerful production.

DATOG are:
Udo Dirkschneider | lead vocals
Peter Baltes | bass, lead & backing vocals
Manuela “Ella” Bibert | lead & backing vocals, keys
Stefan Kaufmann | guitars, backing vocals
Mathias “Don” Dieth | guitars, backing vocals
Sven Dirkschneider | drums, backing vocals

More on DATOG: datog.de | Facebook | Instagram | Spotify | Apple Music | YouTube | RPM

RICK MONROE AND THE HITMEN Drop New Single ‘.45’ from Upcoming Album

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Rick Monroe and the Hitmen begin a powerful new chapter with the release of their hard-hitting single “.45,” taken from their upcoming album Southern Tea Bags. The track marks the first official release on their newly launched label, Asylum 1212 Records, created in partnership with TLG/Virgin Music Group and distributed through Virgin Music Group.

Produced by Brandon Britton and Rick Monroe and The Hitmen, “.45” delivers everything fans have come to expect—raw energy, grit, and groove—with an even sharper edge.

“.45” isn’t your polished pop-country fare—it’s a six-gun soul-stomper, kicking off with a snarling guitar hook that feels like revving a ‘72 Chevy under a blood-orange sunset. Monroe’s gravelly drawl cuts through like a switchblade. Backed by The Hitmen’s rhythm section—think thunderous drums and wailing solos—it’s got that addictive, foot-stomping groove that demands to be cranked. 

STREAM “.45”: https://ffm.to/rmth-45

The launch of Asylum 1212 Records marks a bold step forward for Rick Monroe and the Hitmen as they expand their creative control and global reach.

Monroe shares, “This new label, association and single are an exciting new milestone for our band and ability to expand our music worldwide. We look forward to this new energy and creativity bringing our unique sound to as many listeners, viewers, streamers and music aficionados as will have us!”

The Band has also launched a new Exclusive VIP Fan List: https://fans.rickmonroe.com/vip-list

The birth of the Hitmen. For years Rick Monroe has been a solo artist hiring players as needed and doing the Nashville shuffle of interchangeable bands, but during covid everything changed. In 2020, Rick and the band, with Bobby Perkins & Alan Beeler, were set to have an amazing year starting off with a West Coast tour when the world shut down. Instead of everyone going their own way, they all stuck together and started streaming live shows from their basements, garages and living rooms. At the same time Rick and Alan Beeler started a standing Tuesday writing meeting which eventually became the bulk of their current album. Through some mutual friends, Rick met Malcolm Springer and they decided to track a few songs and see how it went. Once in the studio it was obvious that this was quickly becoming more of a band situation and when Malcolm brought Jason Bohl in, the sound finally came together. Rick joked one night about how the band was killing it and bam- someone said “The Hitmen”- and that was that.

For More Information Please Visit: Official Website – Instagram – Facebook – X – YouTube – TikTok – Spotify

TRYLION Present Live Video ‘Point of View’ from 2014 Debut EP

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TRYLION was founded in 2013 in Poznań. Since then, the band has released: EP, album “Education for Freedom” and few singles: “Black Clay” (2023), “Human Shell” (2024), “Wandering Soul” (2025) and “Shattered Recall” (2025). 
Musically, Trylion combines rhythmic riffs with ambient sounds and heavy, alternating clean vocals. The significant contrast in their songs makes their overall sound diverse, fitting within the realm of progressive metal with a focus on modern playing. The band’s themes revolve around life and death, exploring human existence.

Polish prog metal band Trylion recorded the song “Point of View” at the Swarzędz Cultural Center (Poland). It was one of the first tracks available on their debut EP released 11 years ago. The new version is slightly rearranged – this is the version, which band currently plays alive.

The band emphasizes that recording live sessions is always an additional challenge and allows for even better refinement. Playing and listening together is the best thing a band can do to perfect their live performances.

“The song itself is quite powerful in its message. It mentions manipulation and a toxic relationship between two people” – Bartosz Stachowiak comments and added: “During the current 2025 we are working on brand new material which was introduced by two singles. We were playing at prestigious Prog Power Europe festival in the Netherlands and the Synaptic Festival in Poland. Follow us at social media \m/“

Video was recorded by Dawid Ignasiak and produced by Bartosz Stachowiak. Music was mixed and mastered by Adam Zelmański.

More information: Facebook | Bandcamp | Instagram | Website | Spotify

AS THE SUN FALLS Announce New Full-Length Album “Songs From The Veil”, Out in 2026

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AS THE SUN FALLS announces their next full-length album, “Songs From The Veil“, set for release in 2026 via Theogonia Records.

Following the frostbitten melancholy of “Kaamos” and the emotional depth of “Pohjoisen Sydän“, the band now shifts its focus to the ancient spirit of Finland. “Songs From The Veil” draws heavily from Finnish mythology and age-old beliefs; exploring the Soulbird, primordial creation legends, the mysteries of the afterworld, and the legendary Fire Fox that paints the northern skies. These mythic themes intertwine with nature-driven reflections: the silent weight of nightfall across the land, the brilliance of winter stars, and even a deeply personal piece about the loss of a loved one.

Musically, the album continues AS THE SUN FALLS’ blend of atmospheric and melodic death metal, shaping these stories into sweeping, emotional soundscapes. With production underway, the band promises an album where folklore, nature, and human vulnerability collide.

More details on artwork, singles, and release dates will be revealed soon.

Find AS THE SUN FALLS:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/asthesunfalls
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asthesunfalls
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@asthesunfalls

FIFTEEN STITCHES Release New Music Video for ‘Nemo Liber’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 8, 2025
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Hard rock force Fifteen Stitches is back with the brand-new music video for “Nemo Liber” (No One Is Free). The video brings their raw, heavy energy to life, tackling humanity’s self-destructive tendencies and cycles of violence. With scorching riffs and a chorus that hits hard—“This attraction to violent action is killing me”—Fifteen Stitches delivers a visual and sonic punch you won’t forget.

“Nemo Liber” is taken from Fifteen Stitches’ EP Beyond The Wall, out via Wormholedeath. The record dives deep into humanity’s struggles, inner demons, and the search for a better future, delivering a crushing fusion of hard rock, prog, glam, and grunge.

Stream the EP: orcd.co/beyondthewall

Previous video: “Light Psycho”: youtu.be/nBEi3kFEfgk

ABOUT FIFTEEN STITCHES

Hailing from the South Sound of Washington, Fifteen Stitches is a sonic powerhouse featuring Tim Perdue (vocals), Chris Pasinetti (guitar), Rob Field (bass), and James Ortega (drums). With roots in bands like Cries of Tammuz, Painted Window, and The Ventures, the band channels the raw spirit of the Pacific Northwest’s legendary music scene.

Stay Connected with Fifteen Stitches:

fifteenstitches.hearnow.com/beyond-the-wall
www.facebook.com/fifteenstitchesband
x.com/15_stitches
www.instagram.com/fifteen_stitches/

SYBERIA Announce New Album “Quan tot s’apagui” + Premiere Haunting First Track & Video ‘llampecs d’oblit d’uns records en vida’

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Following the release of their critically acclaimed 2022 full-length “Statement On Death” on Metal Blade Records, Barcelona’s instrumental post-metal quartet SYBERIA returns with their new album “Quan tot s’apagui”, set for release on January 30, 2026 via Moment of Collapse Records.

Today, the band presents “llampecs d’oblit d’uns records en vida,” the first single from the album, with an accompanying video by Ciclops Films, that offers a first glimpse into their most immersive and emotionally charged work to date.

Stream the single HERE

The song captures the sensation of fading away: memories breaking apart, moments slipping into oblivion, and the final spark before silence. Musically, it merges the weight and atmosphere of post-metal with black-metal-inspired textures, all while preserving the melodic depth that characterizes the band’s sound.

Tracklist:

  1. En la foscor una llum que brilla,
  2. llampecs d’oblit d’uns records en vida,
  3. naixença d’una mort tranquil·la.
  4. Dins la meva ànima la sang em bull…
  5. quan me’n vagi no em tanqueu els ulls.

For over a decade, SYBERIA have carved out a sound that speaks loudly without ever uttering a word. Their music is a collision of cinematic atmospheres, explosive dynamics and guitar- driven emotional heft, the kind that pulls you in slowly before overwhelming you with sheer, deliberate force. What makes SYBERIA compelling is their ability to balance patience with intensity. Tracks often begin with fragile, shimmering lines – clean guitars stretched over spacious reverb – before gradually stacking tension until everything erupts into a wall of distortion. Yet the payoff never feels gratuitous. Their climaxes are earned, sculpted with a careful sense of pacing that reflects a band deeply in tune with the architecture of instrumental storytelling.

After the overwhelming debut album “Drawing A Future” (2013) and the successor “Resiliency” (2016), the band signed to Metal Blade Records and released “Seeds Of Change” (2019) and “Statement On Death” (2022). 

Now, with “Quan tot s’apagui”, SYBERIA take a bold step forward in their artistic and emotional trajectory. For the first time, the group delivers an album conceived fully in Catalan, a step that reinforces their identity and brings a new expressive depth to their sound. “Quan tot s’apagui” stands as their darkest and most introspective album to date. It offers a symbolic exploration of the world’s end and the passage into nothingness – a sonic narrative where beauty and devastation coexist. 

Leaning more heavily into post-metal and black metal influences, the album expands the band’s signature sound into more intense, atmospheric, and ferocious territory, without sacrificing the melodic sensitivity that has long defined them. It is a work of both devastation and clarity, a powerful statement from a band continuously pushing the boundaries of what instrumental music can convey.

“Quan tot s’apagui” will be coming out on January 30 via Moment of Collapse Records and is now available for pre-order HERE

SYBERIA are:
Oscar Linares – Guitar
JordiOnly – Guitar / Synth Programming
Quim Torres – Bass
Manel Woodcvtter – Drums

For more info visit:
https://linktr.ee/syberia
https://www.facebook.com/syberiaband
https://www.instagram.com/syberiaband/
https://syberia.bandcamp.com/
https://linktr.ee/momentofcollapse

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