Guitar Legend TOMMY BOLIN Celebrated With New Collection Of Lost Tracks

Posted by tarjavirmakari on January 20, 2021
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This year will mark the 55th anniversary of the passing of TOMMY BOLIN, the supremely talented guitarist and songwriter, best known for his work with Deep Purple and The James Gang, who captivated the world with his sophisticated and ferocious playing. Bolin’s tragic death, he was a mere 25 years old, has been one of rock music’s great “what ifs” forcing critics and fans to grapple with what Bolin might have been able to accomplish in subsequent years were he still alive, given that he managed to produce such amazing works of mature artistry at such a young age. Many point to Bolin’s most fully realized, and sadly final, album, the magnificent Private Eyes, as proof that for all of Bolin’s success, the man was just getting warmed up! 

Now a new collection of never before released outtakes and demos from those recording sessions will be released showing the many sides of Bolin’s talent. The collection is called Shake The Devil – The Lost Sessions and will be released on February 12 courtesy of Cleopatra Records. Licensed directly from Bolin’s estate and with informative liner notes from rock journalist Dave Thompson, these recordings offer both acoustic, instrumental and alternate versions of some of Bolin’s best known tunes including his most popular song, “Bustin’ Out For Rosey.” That track is today offered as a special sneak preview of the album, which will be available on both CD as well as a gorgeous gatefold vinyl with your choice of white, purple or red vinyl!

Stream the single: https://orcd.co/tommy_bolin_bustin_out_for_rosey_alternate

Pre-order the album: https://orcd.co/tommy_bolin_shake_the_devil

Track List:

  1. Shake The Devil (Alternate Mix)
  2. Bustin’ Out For Rosey (Alternate Version)
  3. Hello Again (Outtake, No Strings)
  4. Gypsy Soul (Outtake)
  5. Sweet Burgundy (Alternate Version)
  6. Someday We’ll Bring Our Love Home (Instrumental Demo)
  7. You Told Me That You Loved Me (Instrumental Demo)
  8. Post Toastee (Acoustic Demo)
  9. Tommy’s Instrumental (Outtake)
  10. Gypsy Soul (Acoustic Demo)
  11. Gypsy Soul (Rehearsal Demo)
  12. Someday We’ll Bring Our Love Home (Instrumental Demo)

CATTLE DECAPITATION Launch Video For “Finish Them”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on January 19, 2021
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CATTLE DECAPITATION released their latest record, Death Atlas, to critical acclaim in 2019; today, the band has launched a new video for the album track, “Finish Them”. Directed by Nicholas Vidler, the video features live footage from Cattle Decapitation‘s sold-out shows in Melbourne, Australia in early 2020. Watch “Finish Them” now here:

Vocalist Travis Ryan comments: “When traveling to Australia to embark on our Australia/New Zealand/Japan tour in early 2020, we wondered what would await us on their soil as bushfires were raging, claiming the lives of millions of wild animals, altering the lives of many of our fans and citizens of Australia. What we didn’t expect was record turnouts with serious rabid fans that I think just wanted to take their minds off the current state of affairs and do their best to have a good time given the utterly shit circumstances they were experiencing. We quickly organized meet and greets at the last minute and were able to raise well over $25,000AUD for the Cobargo Wildlife Sanctuary, who had pretty much lost everything in the fires. Thanks to the incredible support from our fans down under and through other folks ready to help, they were able to rebuild. We really felt like we had been given a gift by the fans, so we wanted to give back to these people who came out and raged with us by releasing our final music video for ‘Death Atlas,’ which showcases how sick the shows were and how truly amazing our fans are. Look close, maybe you’ll find yourself in the crowd! Looking forward to returning to the stage one day, hopefully soon!”

Produced once again by Dave Otero (flatlineaudio.com), Death Atlas was named one of the best records of 2019 by Decibel Magazine, Metal Sucks, Metal Injection, and many more, and it demands an emotional response. Cattle Decapitation have never shied away from confronting the awfulness wrought upon the natural world by the human race, and Death Atlas is their bleakest offering to date, featuring elements of death metal, grindcore, black metal, sludge, doom, drone – with Travis Ryan’s vocals broader and more fully realized than ever before.

Stream and purchase Death Atlas now at: metalblade.com/cattledecapitation

KARDASHEV Sign Worldwide Deal With Metal Blade Records

Posted by tarjavirmakari on January 19, 2021
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Metal Blade Records is proud to welcome KARDASHEV to its worldwide roster!

A self-described “deathgaze” group, Kardashev is for fans of The Contortionist, Rivers of Nihil, Devin Townsend, Alcest – among others. Their mission statement could be described as: “Attempting to create the most beautiful, heavy music through themes of love, loss and altruism in the metal spectrum.” Much of the band’s lyrical content – found on their numerous EPs, singles, plus debut album (2015’s Peripety) – is written about science, space and the human condition.

Kardashev comments: “We couldn’t be more excited and grateful to be working with Metal Blade. They’re the industry leader and life-long dream partnership for us as we’ve always looked up to their artists for innovation, direction, and image. Now, we get to be who we looked up to when we were young.”

After releasing their latest EP, The Baring of Shadows, last year, Kardashev has been hard at work writing their sophomore album – and Metal Blade Records debut – set to be released in 2022. Stay tuned for more Kardashev news coming soon!

HURRICANE ON SATURN Announce New Single ‘Outsider’ Is In The Works

Posted by tarjavirmakari on January 19, 2021
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Italy-based HURRICANE ON SATURN self-released their debut album “Killing Field” on November 13th 2020. Today the band announces they already have started working on the next single, titled ‘Outsider’ and that exceptionally it will see Dakm, the band’s vocalist, on the drums.

The band stated:
“All the recording sessions are going on and despite being slowed down by the lockdown the band counts to release it in the next few months.”

Watch Dakm’s special message for you, here:

Just recently the band unleashed a new lyric video for the song ‘Me Versus All’, taken from the album, watch it here: https://youtu.be/3c–CU4QXkE

“Killing Field” Tracklisting:

1- Among the Shadows
2- Till We Die
3- The Weight of the Sky
4- Me Versus All
5- Killing Field
6- T.F.W.
7- I’m on My Own
8- Everytime
9- Coma
10- We Hate

Mixed in Los Angeles by Evan Rodaniche (Powerman 5000, Cage9)
Mastered in Milan by Carlo Camera

Also watch

Buy and stream the album here:
Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/album/5mw2djXqFO2Zt5OkN47N85
Apple – https://music.apple.com/us/album/killing-field/1539253545
Amazon – https://music.amazon.it/albums/B08MXQY32R
Deezer – https://www.deezer.com/it/album/184894262
Bandcamp – https://hurricaneonsaturn.bandcamp.com/
And many more…

HURRICANE ON SATURN is a new Italy-based project started in 2019 by musicians coming from various musical genres with both national and international live/studio experience, named Dakm, Maydx, Antares, Rastaban, Menkib. The proposal out of any classification is based on a unique use of electronics combined with rock and metal influences.

Hurricane On Saturn line-up
Maydx – vocals
Dakm – vocals
Antares – guitars
Rastaban – bass
Menkib – drums

More information at:
BAND: https://www.facebook.com/hurricaneonsaturn | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCWoKGIC8EDhK8LfXJkUsZw
MANAGEMENT: https://alphaomega-management.com | https://www.facebook.com/OfficialAlphaOmegaManagement

NERVOSA Release New Single & Official Video For “Under Ruins”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on January 19, 2021
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[photo credit: Barbara Ciravegna]

Newly-staffed femme Thrash Metal engine NERVOSA releases their explosive third single, “Under Ruins”, cut from their upcoming full-length album, Perpetual Chaos, to be released this Friday on January 22nd, 2021 via Napalm Records.

As a harbinger of their new record, Diva Satanica’s powerful and aggressive vocals draw the listener into the heavy vortex of NERVOSA’s pure energy. Along with an official music video, the new track highlights the difficult topic of a homeless child left to survive on the streets.

NERVOSA’s upcoming longplayer Perpetual Chaos marks the beginning of a new era whilst also underlining their straight-forward lyricism and style: From political grievances and amplifying the voices of minorities to protesting against factory farming, capitalism and succumbing to the ill-informed musings of social elites – these commanding women do not mince words. Enter a thrashing world of destruction and be a part of the next generation of NERVOSA!

Guitarist Prika Amaral comments:
“It was a wonderful experience with these girls, they are all very talented and did an excellent job, I have never been so happy with the final result of a record. I chose Artesonao studio in Malaga, because it is isolated and in an extremely beautiful place, we worked hard but we had the best vibe between us.”

Watch the official music video for “Under Ruins” HERE:

Pre-Order the new album Perpetual Chaos NOW

Vocalist Diva Satanica on the album process:
“It was undoubtedly a very intense process in every way. Not only did we learn to work together, but also to get to know each other and live together. I am very lucky to be able to be part of a project like this and I am sure that with the release of this album, NERVOSA will take a very important step in its career. Working with Martin Furia was incredible, he helped me to find nuances in my voice that I didn’t know I had. Get ready, for a new era more powerful than ever!”

Guided by a marvelous force of uncompromising thrash and death metal, the raw power of Perpetual Chaos has its finger on the pulse of time: Lyrically, NERVOSA does not hesitate to tackle issues that impact the very core of society as we know it. Tracks like the airtight opener “Venomous”, the fast-twitching “Until The Very End” and “Time To Fight” prove that NERVOSA’s revitalized identity experiments with both fresh new elements and crucial auditory foundations without succumbing to any clichés. “Genocidal Command” perks ears with Diva Satanica’s vocal eloquence, accented by the outstanding range of Schmier (DESTRUCTION) whilst mirroring a rousing thrash metal manifest. A tremendous outcome awaits with brawl-brushed guitar lines, blisteringly fast drums and critical lyricism – striking the listener in a way only NERVOSA could. Viva Perpetual Chaos!

Perpetual Chaos Tracklisting:
01. Venomous
02. Guided By Evil
03. People Of The Abyss
04. Perpetual Chaos
05. Until The Very End
06. Genocidal Command
07. Kings Of Domination
08. Time To Fight
09. Godless Prisoner
10. Blood Eagle
11. Rebel Soul
12. Pursued By Judgement
13. Under Ruins

TEMPERANCE Reveal New Acoustic Single & Video “Evelyn”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on January 19, 2021
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TEMPERANCE has released a brand new song off their upcoming acoustic EP Melodies Of Green And Blue! Among six acoustic renditions off Viridian, “Evelyn” is one of two brand new songs off the melodic/symphonic metal outfit’s new acoustic EP. After many years of band history and tours with genre giants like NIGHTWISH, Luca Turilli’s RHAPSODY and TARJA, TEMPERANCE will release, Melodies Of Green And Blue, on February 19, 2021 via Napalm Records.

Right from the start of the song, “Evelyn” sets the tone for a one of a kind acoustic ballad. Alessia Scolletti, Marco Pastorino and Michele Guaitoli each show off their powerful vocal abilities before coming together for the final, cathartic chorus, backed by marvelous acoustic soundscapes.

Watch the Music Video for “Evelyn” (Acoustic) HERE:

Guitarist & Singer Marco Pastorino about “Evelyn”:
„I‘ve had that song in my mind for a long time, inspired by Evelyn McHale, the protagonist from one of the most famous photos ever, a girl who died jumping from the 86th floor of the Empire State Building in New York. Evelyn is a sort of journey through her life, doubts, questions without answers, guided by a different song, a different style we‘ve never presented before. Close your eyes and begin to relax into this acoustic world…“

Singer Michele Guaitoli comments on the Melodies Of Green And Blue EP:
“We’ve been talking about recording some acoustic versions of our tracks for a long time, as we all love the intimate and emotional feeling that this particular style can offer to any tracks. If you think of it, this is how most of our songs are composed: it’s Marco on his guitar or me on the piano. Everything for us begins in acoustic before going metal. This EP is a little dream come true, as we can finally show the heart of our music in its purest version.”

Pre-Order Melodies Of Green And Blue HERE

Melodies Of Green And Blue Tracklist:
1. Paint the World
2. Evelyn
3. Let It Beat
4. I Am the Fire
5. Nanook
6. Start Another Round
7. My Demons Can’t Sleep
8. Gaia