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STAR CIRCUS Release Critically Acclaimed New Album “From The Wreckage”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 16, 2025

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STAR CIRCUS release critically acclaimed new album ‘From The Wreckage‘, out now on Renaissance Records.

Buy the album here: https://starcircus.hearnow.com/from-the-wreckage#nt_base_menu

CGCM Rock radio: “What a fabulous album. An album of SONGS, with melodies, vocal harmonies and memorable riffs as well. The flow is great as it weaves its way, they obviously didn’t throw them together, they positioned them (the songs) for the highs and lows emotionally of the melodies and lyrics”

Overtone Mag: “This is a phenomenal album!…. this blew all my expectations out of the water! It really is banger after banger….. The band have been going from strength to strength on the live circuit, and this album may quite easily push them up a level or two! A must for an rock fans out there, and an album I’ll be spinning for months to come!”

MetalTalk: “The sound of Summer ’25? Quite possibly. Beyond that, it certainly merits inclusion when followers and commentators alike compile their Album of the Year lists. The performance of a lifetime, so far at any rate. The mind boggles as to where their musical odyssey will yet convey them.”

Liverpool Sound & Vision: “…Dave Winkler and Sophie Aurelia create havoc and brilliance in equal measure, not content with taking down the smug and ineffectual, they rally all the cause of keeping the genre alive and relevant as we approach the new styled 30s in the distance, a decade which promises musical confusion and declared non-human authorship if we permit it. A cracking, thumping album from a grand pair working towards rock royalty.”

Rockposer.com: “There’s no doubt that Star Circus have the ammunition. The song writing is of a very high standard, especially in the first half of the album. Slightly quirky, part hard rock, part power pop, but all infectious melodies, vocals and harmonies. Perfect ingredients.”

21st June – The Underworld, Camden – Album launch show, please contact me for guest list.

‘From The Wreckage’ sees the band take a huge step forward, pushing boundries and themselves, and the end result is an absolutely storming rocker of an album that’s guaranteed to delight fans and gain many more!

Dave comments on the new album:

“Feeling invigorated following the positive response to our first album and many national tours, we set aside the first half of 2024 to write and record our second album as a band. However, most of last year proved to be a challenging time for us. Cancellations, lineup and management issues plagued us, along with fear and disbelief at the state of the world in general.

As a consequence, ‘From The Wreckage’ is definitely a heavier, darker and more aggressive beast both lyrically and musically than it’s predecessor. On the other hand there’s definitely both light and shade, and a positive outlook depicted in the title; that we’re coming back stronger than ever. First and foremost, we’re really proud of all the songs, but it’s also a landmark in our evolution from our little project into a fully-fledged rock n’ roll animal!”
Star Circus are a London-based rock band led by Dave Winkler and Sophie Aurelia Young, influenced by classic rock artists including Queen, Thin Lizzy, Cheap Trick, Def Leppard and Alice Cooper.

The band was formed in 2019 by frontman Dave, who’s songwriting caught the attention of radio legend Tony Wilson. The pair worked together on creating the debut album ‘Separate Sides’ which Tony produced, and was released in December 2022 to an overwhelmingly positive critical response.

Following the album release and several UK tours supporting a host of international acts, the Star Circus lineup has now become a collaborative band-project, with other musicians contributing to the songwriting. As well as the added influences of other songwriters, the new album also features various accomplished guest guitarists including Tom Draper (ex Carcass, Spirit Adrift) and Ritchie Mohicano (Dobermann), and the notable addition of Sophie’s vocals (including lead vocals on Masquerade). The band also landed a global distribution deal with the Arizona-based record label Renaissance Records. Their sophomore album “From The Wreckage” is out now and is available on all the popular streaming and download platforms, on CD and vinyl.

“Possessing an eclectic range of influences stretching from classic hard rock, through AOR, 80s Glam Metal, 90s American power pop… these fuse faultlessly to form a sound that is stacked full of infectious melodies, grandiose vocal and instrumental harmonies plus colossally catchy choruses”
– Sophie James, METALTALK

Live shows:
21st June – The Underworld, Camden – Album launch show
3rd October – Cornwall Rocks Festival, Tencreek Holiday Park
14th November – Rockmantic Weekender, Yardbirds Grimsby

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WINGS OF STEEL Release First Video Single ‘Winds of Time’ from Upcoming Album

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 15, 2025

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1 Song, 1 Video – over 10 MINUTES of Pure Heavy Metal Power! That’s what the rising Heavy Metal force Wings of Steel brings with their brand new track Winds of Time. Accompanied by a music video, the band delivers a message that highlights the darker aspects of humanity’s past and present. Winds of Time is the title track and first single from the band’s upcoming and highly anticipated second studio album, scheduled for release in October 2025.

“We are extraordinarily proud and excited to be putting out Winds of Time. This is by far our biggest and most ambitious project to date. Releasing this over 10 minute epic track both as a single and a music video seemingly goes against everything the music industry tells you in terms of do’s and don’ts. But we decided to bend the rules a bit and release Winds of Time as the lead single from our upcoming album”, the band comments. “With this track, we get a chance to openly reflect on how the past is still very much alive and relevant in today’s world, where the same tragic neglect of human lives and rights that devastated prior generations, is unfolding in many corners of the world today. The message of the song paired with the classic, yet modern sound of our band come together to create something truly unique and powerful.”

Written and produced by the independent old-school hard rockers from L.A. themselves, Wings of Steel’s brand new track quickly reveals itself as a 10-minute-monster that really takes no prisoners. From the transparent mix and mastering by Damien Rainaud (Mix Unlimited), which arranges all instruments in the listener’s headspace in an almost three-dimensional fashion, to pummeling, nicely sculptured bass lines by Parker Halub to his classic heavy metal leads and twin-solos allowing the guitars to roar, scream and wail, to Leo Unnermark’s signature power metal voice – Wings of Steel pushes all the right buttons to infuse any 80’s metal maniac’s day with a healthy moment of sheer bliss.

Stream Winds of Time on Spotify

FLIGHT OVER EUROPE TOUR ‘25, remaining shows

For tickets visit https://wingsofsteelband.com/

JUNE 14 – Iron Fest Open Air, Gries DE
JUNE 20 – Soundcheck One, Waldbronn DE
JUNE 21 – Sonnenkeller, Balingen DE
JULY 3 – Escape, Vienna AT
JULY 5 – Rock’n’Roll club Rho, Milan IT
JULY 11 – Pod Minoga, Poznan PL
JULY 12 – VooDoo Club, Warsaw PL
JULY 15 – On the Rox, Helsinki FI
JULY 16 – Nirvana, Turku FI
JULY 25 – Headbangers Open Air, Brande Hörnerkirchen DE
SEP 13 – Pyrenean Warriors Open Air, Torreilles FR
SEP 17 – The Godfather, Madrid ES
SEP 26 – DVG Club, Kortrijk BE
SEP 27 – Sound Dog, Breda NL
OCT 3 – R.I.M. Festival, Haigerloch DE
OCT 4 – Keep It True Rising, Würzburg DE

About Wings of Steel

Wings of Steel is a Los Angeles-based Heavy Metal/Hard Rock band founded by vocalist Leo Unnermark and guitarist Parker Halub in 2019.
Rooted primarily in the old-school style of hard rock and heavy metal from the 70s and 80s, the band’s sound can be described as an epic and unique blend of those classic styles. Unnermark’s bluesy touch and dynamically powerful vocal register, paired with Halub’s bombastic riffs and expressive soloing, come together to form a distinctive and massive sound that fans of hard rock and heavy metal have been waiting for.
In 2022, the band released their debut EP Wings of Steel, which quickly established them as a force to be reckoned with within the underground heavy metal scene. Building on their momentum, the following year the band released their first full length album Gates of Twilight (2023), which is regarded by many as one of the best heavy metal albums in recent years.
Wings of Steel embarked on their first European tour in the spring of 2024, where they received praise for their ability to deliver energetic live performances at the same high caliber as on their studio releases. The energy of their live presence was captured and highlighted on their live album Live in France (2024).
On June 13, 2025, the band reveals Winds of Time, their most ambitious single and project to date. Winds of Time is a titanic track that comes with a music video for a total running time of over 10 minutes. With this single, the band demonstrates their unique position and sound in the current Heavy Metal scene.
To date, Wings of Steel has played over a dozen shows in the United States and Europe, including performances at well-renowned festivals and venues such as Heavy Week-end, Rock Hard Festival, The Whisky-A-Go-Go, Keep It True Festival, Up the Hammers Festival, and more.

Wings of Steel online:
Website – CDs & Merch: https://wingsofsteelband.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wingsofsteel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0y43lCvntQtyFlhCABGb0T
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wingsofsteelband/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialWingsofSteel

SUN AFTER DARK’s Debut Album “Tatkraft” Out Now

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 15, 2025

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Sun After Dark, a new progressive dark metal band from Germany led by Benjamin König (ex-Lunar Aurora), have released their debut album Tatkraft via Hammerheart Records today.

Order Tatkraft here: https://sunaftedark.lnk.to/tatkraft

To celebrate this momentous occasion, Benjamin comments: “It’s an honor for me to be able to release my debut album Tatkraft via Hammerheart Records! Together with outstanding musicians and artists, a rich and powerful album was created. If you’re looking for something unique and full of character in today’s music world, you’ll find it here! Eight black songs, but at their core with a lot of light and energy. For all open minds looking for a mix of LUNAR AURORA, EMPYRIUM and dark metal, this will be just the thing!“

For fans of: Rammstein, Celtic Frost, Empyrium, The Vision Bleak

Sun After Dark is the project of Benjamin König from Germany, best known as a founding member of the black metal band Lunar Aurora (1994–2012). As the band’s primary composer, he was responsible for nine albums and various compilations. Now, with Sun After Dark, König will release his debut album, Tatkraft — a German word meaning drive, energy, or moxie.

The music on Tatkraft blends modern elements with black metal, dark atmospheres, heavy guitars, and intense, evocative moods, with a hint of mythology woven in. Life is made up of stories, experiences, and defining moments — mastering it often requires “tatkraft”. This album explores those experiences, shaped and expressed with that same spirit. The lyrics are in English, German, and Bavarian dialect, a nod to König’s roots in Upper Bavaria.

Tatkraft was produced by Victor Bullok (Triptykon) at Woodshed Studio in autumn 2024. Following this collaboration, Thomas Helm and Benjamin König have decided to continue Sun After Dark as a duo. However, the project remains a studio endeavour, with no plans for live performances — each member is active in other well-known bands, such as Empyrium and Dark Fortress, where they can be seen on stage.

Tracklist:
1. Dawn and Dirges
2. Waidmanns Hoffnung
3. Ohne Gråb
4. Schlittenfahrt
5. Burning Blue
6. Näbe
7. Leaving Metropolis
8. Antarctic Morning

Line-up:
Benjamin König – Guitars, Bass, Keys
Thomas Helm – Vocals
Matthias Jell – Vocals
Martin Falkenstein – Vocals
Matthias Landes – Drums
Katrin Rohde – Strings

Follow Sun After Dark online:
https://www.instagram.com/sun.after.dark.official/
https://www.facebook.com/sunafterdark

MAD DOGS Unveil Lyric Video For Second Single ‘Black Sheep’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 15, 2025

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Italian action rockers MAD DOGS have unleashed another electrifying taste of the band’s upcoming album “The Future Is Now”, scheduled to be released on September 5 via Go Down Records. After the band recently unleashed the first single “No More Lies”, they are now presenting the second intense piece from their upcoming album, entitled “Black Sheep”.

The song is accompanied by a lyric video, which you can watch here:

The band about the song: “This punchy track kicks off with thunderous drumming, a rumbling bass line, and a driving melody – like a runaway train charging full speed toward a destination called Rock’ n ‘Roll. Lyrically, we want to convey the same grit, daring you to break free from your habits, step out of your comfort zones, and chase your own kind of freedom, even if it means standing out as the black sheep. This song doesn’t ask for permission. It demands one thing only: crank the volume up!”

Tracklist:

The Future Is Now
Go Ahead (Don’t Give Up)
It’s Not Late Tonight
Stoker
Black Sheep
No Way To Come Back
Don’t Bend Over
Nothing To Lose
Be Your Number
No More Lies
Switch Up My Time

Set for release on September 5, MAD DOGS’ new album, “The Future Is Now”, is a high-voltage blast – a rock’n’roll manifesto forged from a raw fusion of Garage Rock, Action Rock, and Proto-punk. It’s a bold and intentional work where searing guitars, the thunderous rhythm section, and catchy melodies collide across eleven adrenaline-fueled tracks that channel the band’s unmistakable grit, passion, and defiant spirit. The cover art – a ‘cosmic valve’ vision that straddles retro-futurism and 60s pulp art – visually echoes the sonic detonation within. The Future Is Nowisn’t just a title; it’s a declaration – a rallying cry to live unapologetically, seize the moment, and shape your identity on your own terms.

“The Future Is Now” will be coming out via Go Down Records and is available for pre-order at
THIS LOCATION. Digital pre-save is available HERE

MAD DOGS are:
Marco Cipolletti – guitar, vocals
Luca Zenobi – guitar
Simone Mosciatti – bass
Giacomo Zepponi – drums

Additional musicians:
Nicola Bagnoli organ on tracks 4 – 8 – 10
Steve Martini organ on track 11

For more info visit:
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FURY to Release New Album “Interceptor” on September 5th

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FURY are challenging the barriers of hard rock and metal genres once again with their exciting new album “Interceptor”. From the reassuringly old-school fast riffing and anthemic vocals the long lasting fans know from Fury, to the carefully composed, introspective auditory treats that might surprise listeners who expect metal bands to sit neatly in their box.

Since their previous album, “Born To Sin” (2022), Fury have moved into the territory of dual lead vocals, opening up a new soundscape for the band to explore. With the release of every album since their debut in 2014, vocal melody and harmony have become an increasingly significant part of their sound. Until no longer could the band remain a four-piece, and the powerhouse Nyah Ifill joined alongside founding member Julian Jenkins on co-lead vocals. The pairing of their two distinctive vocal timbres build a wall of sound on the “Interceptor” album, and doesn’t let up the intensity for their roaring live shows.

“Interceptor” will be released on LP (black vinyl limited to 200 copies and Purple vinyl, limited to 300 copies), CD and digital on 05.09.2025, via Mighty Music. Pre-orders are available here.

“Interceptor” tracklist:

1. Interceptor
2. What’s It Gonna Be?
3. On The Town
4. Don’t Lie To Me
5. In Pursuit Of Destiny
6. Can’t Resist (Gimme What I Need)
7. Walk Away
8. Look At Us Now
9. DTR
10. Undistilled

The first single from the album, the title track “Interceptor“, is out now. Check it out on all streaming platforms and in the video below, which premiered last Friday via our official media partners for its debut:

All About The Rock (UK)
Heavymetal.no (NO)
Metalized (DK)
Metal Roos (AU)
Metal Shock Finland (FI)
Rockbloggen (SE)
Rock Hard Magazine (DE)

Rock Hard Greece (GR)
Rock In Spain (ES)
Rock Nation (IT)
Roppongi Rocks (JP)
World Of Metal (PT)
United Rock Nations (FR)

2022 was also a big year for Fury bassist Becky Baldwin, who found herself meeting heavy metal idols Mercyful Fate on their first tour in 23 years, and was invited by King Diamond to tour the USA, Canada and Mexico with Mercyful Fate in the absence of their bassist, Joey Vera. After taking this opportunity, Becky was invited to join Mercyful Fate permanently in January 2024. With frequent gaps in the touring schedule to allow King Diamond his many projects, Becky found herself busy with Fury, on the road and recording the high-energy new album “Interceptor”.

“Interceptor” also marks another sonic change for the band, bringing in the production expertise of Todd Campbell of Stompbox Studios. Fury met Todd while touring Europe supporting Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons in 2023, and it became clear that someone so close to Motörhead and Lemmy would understand the energy, rawness and dirty guitar and bass tones that Fury craved for their fifth studio album.

Since the band’s formation in 2010, Fury’s line up has undergone many transformations, but it is undoubtedly clear that Fury have found their stride in recent years, reflecting in their expansion into touring mainland Europe and a growing online following worldwide. Gig highlights include festivals such as Download (UK), Bloodstock Open Air (UK), UrRock (CH) and supporting bands such as Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons, Firewind and Florence Black.

The West Midlands of the UK have produced many excellent heavy bands, and with a shift from unapologetically DIY to signing with Danish label Mighty Music, perhaps this is another album from Birmingham to shake up the airwaves again!

Lineup:
Julian Jenkins – guitar, vocals
Nyah Ifill – vocals
Becky Baldwin – bass
Tom Fenn – drums
Tom Atkinson – guitar

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18-Year-Old CARMINE Releases New Single + Video ‘Lost In Space’, Ft. Rudy Sarzo, Mike Dupke & Matt Starr

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 15, 2025

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18-year-old upcoming rock artist CARMINE has released his new single Lost in Space which features legendary bassist Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake) Mike Dupke (Wednesday 13, W.A.S.P, Dee Snider) on drums. Produced by Matt Starr (Ace Frehley, Mr. Big, Black Swan) Lost In Space by CARMINE out on all streaming platforms Friday June 13th!

“Lost In Space is a modern rock song that deals with the themes of Love, Obsession and Isolation” CARMINE stated. Including haunting melodies, a powerful catchy chorus and a heavy toned melodic guitar solo. The official music video was filmed in Blairstown, NJ at the filming locations from the original “Friday The 13th” movie.

Recorded May of 2025 at Dug Deep Production. Sound engineer – Jack Daley, Single artwork – Bud Sypeck, Videographer – JayOhPhotography

CARMINE’s previous single Planet 25 was produced by Dan Malsch (Ghost, Avenged Sevenfold, Gojira, Doro) and received over 20,000 plays on Spotify and the official music video filmed by Tom Flynn is out on YouTube now!

“Carmine is an incredibly talented artist, and it was a pleasure producing Lost In Space. His writing and lyrics are not something you would expect from an 18-year-old artist” – Matt Starr

Stream the single at https://hyperfollow.com/lostinspacecarmine