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

ROBIN TROWER Reveals Brooding Slow Burning Blues Single ‘Faith’ with Lyric Video

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The iconic blues master Robin Trower releases his new album, Shine, today via Provogue / Artone Label Group. To go along with the release, he has dropped the lyric video for Faith.
 
The redemptive mood of Faith reflects a lyric about a lost soul pulled out of a hole by an act of love. The slow brooding blues number sees bassist/singer Richard Watts emotive voice weave the story of faith and love finding its rightful place. 
 
Talking about the song, Trower says, “Faith is a very positive thing, quite unusual for me. I’m writing it from the point of view of someone who was lost, down, in a bit of a hole, speaking about someone who came along and pulled that person out of that hole.”
 
Ask Robin Trower to explain his late-period creative burst and the legendary British guitarist can only shrug: “I think you’ve either got to keep pushing – or give up.”

Now 81, with a mythology that spans from the clubs of Swinging London, to Procol Harum,  through 1974’s gold-selling Bridge Of Sighs and onward into a vital post-millennial solo catalogue, the veteran bluesman’s place amongst the all-time greats is beyond doubt.
 
Yet while his ’60s peers have long softened into greatest-hits autopilot, this restless artist still starts each morning the same way: stood in his workroom with a battle-scarred signature Strat, hunting down the magic note that will spark his next song. “Then I’ll wake up in the middle of the night,” he smiles, “with a line for the lyric.”
 
Shine is worthy of the name: an album that shimmers with possibility and crackles with vintage Trower power. “It’s great to get that energy back off an audience,” he considers, “but I just love recording too. It’s always fun, you know? Playing guitar: that’s what I do, and that’s what I love.”
 
Self-producing while handling guitar and bass, the veteran was confident enough to delegate key duties to his trusty studio band, with drummer Chris Taggart driving the new material and long-standing vocalist Richard Watts articulating each emotion. “The strength of his vocals, the beauty of his vocal tone – he’s so musical,” considers Trower. “I usually write with Richard in mind. I can hear it all in my head.”

The first single Live Your Time’s soul-funk riffing heats the valves in Trower’s Marshall stack. “The opening riff of Live Your Time is one of the best things I’ve ever come up with,” he says. “ It’s always very loud in the studio, and that’s how you get the tone, by cranking the amp. That’s another song where I’m saying, ‘Calm down, it’s all going to work out. Just get the most out of your life.’”
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Keep pushing or give up? It should be obvious which path Robin Trower has taken – and Shine is the latest thrilling evidence of a songwriter who chooses to forge ahead rather than rest on his laurels. “Really, if I have a gift,” he concludes, “it’s probably that I come up with ideas. Ideas for songs, ideas for lead work. Certainly, that’s what keeps me going. It’s just so exciting to see something blossoming into a new song.
 
Trower is currently on tour in the USA. which will run through to 14 October. You can see a full list of tour dates HERE.

Track listing

1. The Missing Piece
2. Shine
3. Love By Any Other Name
4. Live Your Time,
5. Faith
6. Driving Through
7. Truth
8. The Race
9. Without You
10. It’s Not Time

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Exciter Records Announce Two 50th Anniversary Editions of JUDAS PRIEST’s “Sad Wings Of Destiny” — Original 1976 Masters & Remixed/Remastered

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Released in 1976, Sad Wings of Destiny was the moment Judas Priest found its true identity. Where Rocka Rolla offered promise, Sad Wings delivered purpose. 

Fronted by Rob Halford (voc), Glenn Tipton (gtr), KK Downing (gtr), Ian Hill (bass) and Alan Moore (drums), Sad Wings of Destiny was a bold, dark, and ambitious statement that would help define heavy metal and featured future metal classics such as ‘Victim of Changes’ and ‘The Ripper’—songs that Judas Priest performed live during their 2026 FAITHKEEPERS Summer Tour.  

Now in the 50th anniversary year of its original release, Judas Priest’s Sad Wings of Destiny is being celebrated with two distinct editions of the album: Original 1976 Masters and the newly announced Remixed & Remastered. These two new versions restore the band’s intended track listing, beginning with the atmospheric “Prelude” and presenting the songs in the sequence Judas Priest originally envisioned for the album.

Original 1976 Masters presents an archival edition of the recordings, sourced from the original analogue master tapes, preserved in storage for decades, and remastered for the anniversary. The physical release will be available on hand-poured Solar Flare vinyl, with a unique color pattern on every record. The CD is presented in a classic jewel case with liner notes by Bryan Reesman, previously unseen archival photographs, and adds the original 1976 version of ‘Diamonds and Rust,’ which was recorded during the Sad Wings sessions but left off the album. The UK and European release also offers a ‘Galaxy’ colour vinyl option. 

The ‘Original 1976 Masters’ is available for streaming worldwide on October 2, 2026—with CD and vinyl available starting October 9th, with early access through the Exciter Records webstore on October 2.

Remixed & Remastered features a newly created mix from the original multitrack recordings, produced by Tom Allom, mixed by Luie Stylianou and mastered by Matt Colton—the same team behind the Remixed & Remastered Edition of Rocka Rolla. The release will be available as a 45 RPM, 180g Double LP on black vinyl, mastered at half-speed for a true audiophile experience. The CD is presented in a modern digipak design. Both physical editions contain a newly remixed version of the 1976 recording of ‘Diamonds and Rust’ as a bonus track.

The ‘Remixed & Remastered’ is available for streaming worldwide on October 2, 2026—with CD and vinyl available starting November 27, with early access through the Exciter Records webstore on November 6.

PHYSICAL RELEASE DATES

Original 1976 Masters
Vinyl and CD available starting October 9
Early access through Exciter Records on October 2
Pre-save for streaming HERE

TRACK LISTING:

  1. Prelude
  2. Tyrant
  3. Genocide
  4. Epitaph
  5. Island of Domination
  6. Victim of Changes
  7. The Ripper
  8. Dreamer Deceiver
  9. Deceiver
  10. Diamonds and Rust [CD BONUS TRACK]

Remixed & Remastered
Vinyl and CD available starting November 27
Early access through Exciter Records on November 6
Pre-save for streaming HERE

Vinyl:

SIDE A
Prelude
Tyrant
Genocide

SIDE B
Epitaph
Island of Domination

SIDE C
Victim of Changes
The Ripper

SIDE D
Dreamer Deceiver
Deceiver
Diamonds and Rust (Bonus Track)

CD:

  1. Prelude
  2. Tyrant
  3. Genocide
  4. Epitaph
  5. Island of Domination
  6. Victim of Changes
  7. The Ripper
  8. Dreamer Deceiver
  9. Deceiver
  10. Diamonds and Rust [Bonus Track]

The 50th anniversary kicked off over the summer with a limited CD edition of the “Original 1976 Masters” made available exclusively to fans attending Judas Priest’s 2026 Faithkeepers Summer European Tour. The celebration continues with the release of these two definitive editions.

PAUL LAINE Release New Album “The Long Road Back” with Official Video for ‘Someday’

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The renowned Canadian singer Paul Laine has released his new studio album, “The Long Road Back”, out now via Frontiers Music Srl. The focus track “Someday”, along with an official video, is also available now.

Laine commented: “With the music video for “Someday”, the producer and I wanted to create something that celebrates the many beautiful forms of love that connect us as human beings. From the unconditional love we share with family and friends, to the bond we have with our animals, and the simple acts of kindness, compassion, and connection we show one another every day, the video is a reminder that love is all around us. In a world that can sometimes feel divided, “Someday” is my small contribution to the idea that love, in all its forms, is what ultimately brings us together.”

Order “The Long Road Back” HERE

A masterclass in melodic rock, Paul Laine’s new album delivers soaring hooks, heartfelt ballads, and arena-ready anthems that traverse the full spectrum of the genre. From the driving energy of “Love Me Or Leave Me”, to the intimate vulnerability of “Someday” (co-written with Andrew Oye), every track is meticulously crafted, showcasing Laine’s signature vocal power and melodic sensibility. “Don’t Let Me Go Tonite” comes alive with a striking video that complements its infectious energy.

Laine stated: “Ever since I released my first solo album, I’ve wondered when I’d finally have the chance to make a follow-up. Life – and music – have a way of taking you places you never expect. Looking back, every chapter of my career has led me down a different road, and each one has shaped me as both a songwriter and a person”.

“I’ve been incredibly fortunate to make records with Danger Danger, Darkhorse, The Defiants, Shugaazer, and Jetset Junkies. Every one of those experiences taught me something and gave me memories I’ll always carry with me. But somewhere in the back of my mind, I always knew the road would eventually lead me home – to where it all started. Just a kid with a guitar, trying to make sense of love, life, loss, hope, and everything in between through songs”, he added.

“The Long Road Back” is exactly that. It’s a musical journey back to my roots, but it’s also a reflection of every mile I’ve travelled to get here. Every song carries a piece of the life I’ve lived, the people I’ve met, and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. In many ways, this record feels like coming full circle. After all these years, I’m grateful to finally share this chapter with everyone who’s been waiting for it. I hope these songs find a place in your story, just as they’ve become part of mine”, Laine concluded.

Joining Laine in the studio are longtime collaborators Bruno Ravel (his bandmate in The Defiants and also in Danger Danger – bass, producer), Scotty “Hooch” Taylor (drums), Andrew Oye (lead guitar), with production handled by Laine and Ravel. The album features standout singles like “Love Me Or Leave Me”, the video-driven “Don’t Let Me Go Tonite”, and the heartfelt “Someday”.
 
Musically, the record touches every corner of melodic rock, yet the songs sound like they’re coming from the classic era when Bon Jovi dominated the airwaves – both in Laine’s soaring vocals and in the anthemic, hook-laden songwriting. This is an album for fans who crave big choruses, passionate performances, and the kind of timeless melodic rock that only Paul Laine can deliver.

“The Long Road Back” Tracklist:

1.    Love Me Or Leave Me
2.    Don’t Let Me Go Tonite
3.    Someday
4.    Come Back To Me
5.    Save Me Saturday Night
6.    Her Name Is Trouble
7.    Heaven And Earth Collide
8.    Bad Habit
9.    Kiss Me California
10.    The Ones That Got Away
11.    Now That You Don’t Love Me Anymore

Line Up:
Paul Laine
Bruno Ravel
Scotty “Hooch” Taylor
Andrew Oye

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ANGRA Announce “Holy Land” 30th Anniversary Edition, Out October 19th

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Angra lineup – Holy Land Era

Hailing from São Paulo, Brazil, ANGRA emerged in 1991 under the guidance of guitarist Rafael Bittencourt and vocalist André Matos, rapidly securing a singular position within the heavy metal landscape.

The group defied standard genre norms by fusing the intricate structures of European power metal with the vibrant pulse of Brazilian percussion, alongside rich orchestral and classical textures.

Although their initial offering, ‘Angels Cry’, already showcased this highly innovative approach, it was the 1996 release of ‘Holy Land’ that served as their true artistic breakthrough.

Frequently cited as the band’s defining masterpiece, ‘Holy Land’ remains a towering achievement in the power metal sphere.

Thematically, the record delves into the colonial history of Brazil during the 1500s, weaving together aggressive guitar riffs with native and Afro-Brazilian grooves, grand choral sections, and symphonic elements.

Crafted with the assistance of legendary producers Sascha Paeth and Charlie Bauerfeind, the project garnered global acclaim and continues to stand as a landmark achievement for enthusiasts of progressive, symphonic, and power metal.

Now, exactly thirty years after its original release, ‘Holy Land’ will be re-released, including on vinyl for the very first time as well as on CD. This vinyl release FINALLY fulfills a long-standing request from fans worldwide!

The album has been remastered especially for this re-release and features upgraded packaging:

For the CD version, remastered audio, 6-panel digipak design with extensive booklet featuring previously unreleased photographs, and a 30 x 60 cm poster insert.

For the double vinyl album you get remastered audio, deluxe gatefold-design, printed colour innersleeves and a bonus foldout poster.

The 2-LP will be available for worldwide distribution (minus Japan & Brazil) on standard black vinyl and limited edition white vinyl (300 copies only), as well in assorted other colour variants available exclusively from some of our media partners throughout Europe.

TRACKLIST CD:

I  Crossing 1:55
II  Nothing To Say 6:20
III  Silence And Distance 5:34
IV  Carolina IV 10:33
V  Holy Land 6:26
VI  The Shaman 5:23
VII  Make Believe 5:51
VIII  Z.I.T.O. 6:02
IX  Deep Blue 5:47
X  Lullaby For Lucifer 2:43

TRACKLIST 2-LP:

A1  Crossing 1:56
A2  Nothing To Say 6:22
A3  Silence And Distance 5:35
B1  Carolina IV 10:36
B2  Holy Land 6:25
C1  The Shaman 5:24
C2  Make Believe 5:53
D1  Z.I.T.O 6:04
D2  Deep Blue 5:48
D3  Lullaby For Lucifer 2:45

RECORDING LINE-UP:
Rafael Bittencourt – Rhythm guitar, backing vocals
Andre Matos – Lead vocals, piano, keyboards
Kiko Loureiro – Lead guitar
Ricardo Confessori – Drums, percussion
Luis Mariutti – Bass

The band is currently touring the world in celebration of the ‘Holy Land’s anniversary, and having just conquered Europe with extremely successful performances in Athens & Paris, these are the remaining tour-dates for ‘Holy Land 30th’:

02/10/26 Angra + Luis Mariutti São Paulo, Brasil Tokio Marine Hall
03/10/26 Angra + Edu Falaschi São Paulo, Brasil Tokio Marine Hall
18/10/26 Angra Bangkok, Thailand Mr. Fox Live House
20/10/26 Angra Taipei, Taiwan  The Wall Live House
22/10/26 Angra Shanghai, China Star Culture Center Dream Hall
24/10/26 Angra Meet & Greet Shibuya, Japan Music Bar Rockaholic
25/10/26 Angra + Kiko + Edu Yokohama, Japan Full Metal Japan

ARTIST WEBSITE: https://angra.net/

SOCIAL MEDIA PROFILES:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AngraOfficialPage
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AngraOfficial/
X.com: https://x.com/AngraOfficial
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7IAXZaLTb6nkJr8RmVPn5y
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/AngraChannel

LEE RICHARDS & FRIENDS Release New Single ‘Fallen (Save Me)’

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LEE RICHARDS & FRIENDS release their new single “Fallen (Save Me)”. The song is the second pre-single from their upcoming studio album “Songs For A Broken World,” which will be released on October 30th via Metalville.

The upcoming debut album from LEE RICHARDS AND FRIENDS marks an ambitious milestone for the American musician, songwriter, and producer Lee Richards. Known as the original guitarist of Godsmack and a key songwriter for Dropbox and Another Animal, Lee Richards composed and produced the album, “Songs For A Broken World,” entirely on his own.

He is supported by a stellar lineup of seasoned rock veterans: drummer Justin Pacy (Digital Summer), legendary guitarist Billy Loosigian (The Boom Boom Band, The Joneses), and bassist/vocalist Sean Corcoran (RA, Fight Or Flight).

United by decades of top-tier hard rock experience, LEE RICHARDS AND FRIENDS delivers a captivating blend of powerful riffs, catchy melodies, and a first-rate production. The album reflects Richards’ diverse musical journey, from touring with international stars to songwriting with rock icons, and stands as an impressive testament to his artistic vision.

TRACK-LISTING
01. Shyra
02. Yesterday’s Child
03. Believe
04. Cry For You
05. Faithless
06. She
07. Say Your Last Goodbye
08. Rise
09. Fallen (Save Me)
10. Monsters
11. Summer Breeze

LINE-UP
Lee Richards – Rhythm, Lead Guitars, and Vocals
Justin Pacy – Drums
William Loosigian – Rhythm and Lead Guitars
Sean Corcoran – Bass Guitar and Back Up Vocals

More info: https://www.facebook.com/thelrfband