Epochal Artists Records, a label under the TLG family and distributed by Virgin Music Group, proudly announces the signing of MICHALE GRAVES (Former lead singer of the Misfits).
To celebrate this new partnership, Graves will embark on his upcoming “God Bless America Tour 2026” this spring, bringing a unique and deeply personal live experience to audiences across the country.
“These shows on my God Bless America Tour will be an intimate, story-driven live experience that blends acoustic music, testimony, and storytelling,” says Graves.
Denny Sanders, President of TLG shares, “Epochal Artists Records is a label I’ve had for awhile, and I’ve put out some great rock records under that moniker in the past. My wife always said that it sounded like the name of a Christian label and now it is. This is something I’ve always wanted to do, and I feel the time is right.”
Adds Graves, “Signing with Epochal Artists Records marks an important new chapter for me in my career. In many ways, it is going back to where I began. The first dream in my heart as a young man was to be a musician and a preacher. That calling has always been part of everything I’ve done along the way to where I find myself today in music and in life. The preacher part might take a minute, but I’ll continue to work on it.
Denny Sanders’ vision for developing artists who openly share their faith in Jesus and use music as a testimony aligns perfectly with where I am creatively and spiritually right now. I’m grateful for the opportunity to bring new music—and so much more—forward with a team that believes in using art to glorify God, spread goodwill, and connect with people in a meaningful way.”
April 3rd Online Acoustic Performance April 18th Corona, CA Rockafellas April 19th Los Angeles, CA Whiskey A Go-Go April 20th Sonora, CA Sonora Game Room
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A raw and emotional tribute to a generation shaped by fragility and truth
AS WE STRAY announce the release of their new single “Save That Shit”, a personal reinterpretation of the iconic track by Lil Peep, available from March 20, 2026, on all digital platforms via Wanikiya Record/Promotion. Watch the video below.
Released 9 years after the passing of the artist who deeply influenced an entire generation, this track is more than just a cover—it’s a heartfelt tribute and a bold reimagining that bridges completely different musical worlds.
“Save That Shit” tells the story of a turbulent relationship marked by miscommunication, emotional distance, and vulnerability. It reflects the struggle between the desire to fix things and the awareness of one’s own faults, ultimately leaving behind a deep sense of loneliness. These universal themes are reinterpreted by AS WE STRAY and brought into their own sonic landscape.
Despite the clear stylistic distance between Lil Peep’s sound and the band’s musical identity, the track has been an important artistic reference for some members of the group. This inspired them to pay tribute while preserving the emotional core of the song, reshaping it into something heavier, more intense, and deeply visceral.
The result is a version that blends introspection and impact, fragility and power—striking both fans of the original and listeners from entirely different musical backgrounds.
With “Save That Shit”, AS WE STRAY once again prove their ability to break genre boundaries, crafting a sound that is both authentic and emotionally compelling.
Marc Broussard unveils two new singles, “Going Home” and “Trying To Do Right,” offering a deeper look into his anticipated forthcoming album, Chance Worth Taking – his first collection of all-original blues and soul songs, arriving April 17th on Joe Bonamassa’s KTBA Records.
The Double Single “I’m Going Home” / “Trying To Do Right”, out today, features the masterful fretwork of Joe Bonamassa, which perfectly complements Broussard’s signature vocal grit and emotive songwriting, further defining the renowned soul singer’s latest artistic chapter. Stream the new tracks HERE.
“I’m Going Home” builds on an infectious, steady groove and a lush, horn-infused arrangement driven by Bonamassa’s searing guitar riffs. The song takes flight on Broussard’s expressive vocals, creating a powerful, emphatic sound that mirrors the deep emotional stakes of his lyrics.
Watch the official music video for “I’m Going Home”:
“‘I’m Going Home’ is one of those songs that speaks to my undying love for my beautiful wife,” Broussard explains. “I’d die without her. I wouldn’t even have the will to continue living. Joe played his butt off at every turn, which probably speaks to his love affair with the guitar.”
The slow-burning blues ballad “Trying To Do Right” opens with Bonamassa’s commanding guitar, setting a reflective tone. Broussard’s stirring vocals blend feeling and finesse, culminating in a confessional chorus. This delivery highlights the heartfelt sentiment pervading the song, while Bonamassa’s riveting guitar provides a rich, atmospheric weight throughout.
“‘Trying To Do Right’ came in a flurry,” Broussard recalls. “I had to harken back to the earliest days of my relationship with my wife. I wasn’t always a good boyfriend—in fact, I was a terrible one in those early days. The regret is somewhat softened by the knowledge that I can draw on those memories for inspiration in my writing. Thanks to Joe for providing the added emotional emphasis.”
Both “I’m Going Home” and “Trying To Do Right” were co-written by Broussard and Calvin Turner, with the recording beginning when Turner sent him the instrumentals. Broussard explains, “These songs were both part of the initial batch Calvin and I wrote, which came together over 3 days in a bit of a writing frenzy. Calvin came up with the hook and arrangement for ‘Right,’ and like a good hunting dog, once I’m onto a scent, I’m gonna find it. I was a madman who couldn’t resist the pull of the writer’s room from sunup to sundown.”
Chance Worth Taking, produced by blues heavyweights Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith alongside Calvin Turner, is a stunning 14-track collection that includes the album’s dynamic lead singles, “Fever” / “No More”. The album reunites Broussard with Bonamassa, who takes the helm to contribute mesmerizing guitar solos on 10 tracks, including three songs co-written with Broussard.
This stellar creative circle is rounded out by Josh Smith, who features on and co-wrote four tracks, and Calvin Turner, who joined forces with Broussard to co-write 10 of the album’s original songs and contributes to the album’s lush string and horn arrangements. Chance Worth Taking is out April 17 on KTBA records.
Marc Broussard is currently on the European leg of his extensive international tour. His US shows will kick off in April, including festival appearances such as the Soundwave Beach Weekend on April 9 and his fifth performance at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival on May 1. Headlining performances include stops in Chattanooga, TN; Atlanta, GA; Birmingham, AL; two shows in Chicago, IL; Pittsburgh, PA; and NYC’s Brooklyn Bowl. The full list of dates is below.
2026 TOUR DATES Mar 21 – Hedon – Zwolle, NL* Mar 22 – Doornroosje – Nijmegen, NL* Mar 24 – Muziekgieterij – Maastricht, NL* Mar 25 – La Maroquinerie – Paris, FR* Mar 26 – The Blues Kitchen Manchester – Manchester, UK+ Sold Out Mar 27 – Islington Assembly Hall – London, UK *With Brian Mackey Support
U.S. SPRING DATES Apr 9 – Soundwave Beach Weekend – Miramar Beach, FL + Sold Out Apr 23 – The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Ctr – Huntington, TN* Apr 24 – The Walker Theatre – Chattanooga, TN* Apr 25 – Variety Playhouse – Atlanta, GA* Apr 26 – Neighborhood Theatre – Charlotte, NC* Apr 28 – Manchester Music Hall – Lexington, KY** Apr 29 – Bijou Theatre – Knoxville, TN** Apr 30 – Lyric Theatre – Birmingham, AL** May 1 – New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Fest – New Orleans, LA May 3 – Dosey Doe – The Woodlands, TX+ May 5 – Delmar Hall – St Louis, MO** May 7 – Fitzgerald Theater – St Paul, MN* May 8 – Space – Evanston, IL** May 9 – Space – Evanston, IL** May 10 – Hi-Fi Annex (Hi-Fi Indy) – Indianapolis, IN** May 12 – Thunderbird Cafe – Pittsburgh, PA ** May 13 – The Birchmere – Alexandria, VA ** May 14 – Ardmore Music Hall – Ardmore, PA** May 15 – Brooklyn Bowl – Brooklyn, NY** May 16 – Narrows Center For The Arts – Fall River, MA** May 30 – Bear Shadow Festival – Highlands, NC
*With Seth Walker Support **With Sway Wild Support +With Kristen Kelly Support
BÖLTHORN are ready to open a new and significant chapter in their artistic journey with the announcement of their new album “PRIMEVAL HUNT”, set for release on April 24 on all digital platforms.
This new work represents an ambitious and deeply conceptual project: a journey through what defines humanity, from its most ancient origins to the present day. A path where the fragile balance between prey and predator takes shape through different stories, eras, and lives.
Blending thought, narrative, and myth, the tracks intertwine to create a cohesive and intense vision, in which the primordial instinct that still lives within every human being emerges powerfully.
With “Primeval Hunt”, Bölthorn showcase an increasingly defined artistic direction, building a sonic and narrative universe capable of merging powerful atmospheres with deeply evocative imagery.
Swedish metal band ERADIKATED release the new single “Precipice”, accompanied by an official music video, via Indie Recordings. The track marks the second of three singles from the band’s upcoming album Wiring of Violence, set for release on May 8.
While the previous single British Petroleum, with its punk-infused attack, echoed elements of the band’s earlier material, Precipice signals a clear step forward for Eradikated.
“Precipice leans into the groovier side of the new album,” says bassist Erland Östberg. “It builds on the groove that sets the tone for the record. Driven by an inciting marching rhythm and a powerful chorus, we invite listeners to join the fight against the darkness that defines our world. We think it has the potential to become a live classic.”
Hailing from Sweden, Eradikated have steadily built momentum since the release of their 2023 debut album Descendants, which was nominated for a Swedish Grammy in the Hard Rock/Metal category.
The Dogs are finally back with new music. March 20, 2026, “Back to Fucking” was released. The long-awaited follow-up, and not least, a public redemption after the band’s previous musical misstep.
The Dogs apologize: “On our previous album, we were unfortunately so thick-headed that we released the single ‘I’m Done with Fucking, I Just Wanna Dance’. We sincerely apologize for this. It was a lie, and we take full responsibility. We hope you agree that we have already served our punishment. The fear of actually having to dance, something we neither want nor are capable of, resulted in The Dogs not daring to tour or release music for well over a year. This difficult period has been thoroughly covered by KK, Nettavisen, TikTok, and Dagbladet, and we feel no need to comment further. With the song ‘Back to Fucking’, we therefore aim to finally put this matter to rest, once and for all, by once again apologizing for this blunder.”
ABOUT The Dogs are the Oslo-based band where only one member is actually from Oslo.
A punk rock band that believes they play soul and garage rock. In short, a band that has no idea who they are or what they’re doing. This confusion has however resulted in a total of 12 albums, countless Norwegian tours, unusual one-off events such as opening for Bruce Springsteen, and musical contributions to the new Harry Hole series on Netflix. In other words, they are well prepared for the Alzheimer’s they all have coming.
Confusingly enough, all signs are still pointing upward for the “Oslo band” in the autumn of their lives.
THE DOGS: Vocals – Kristopher Schau Guitar – Mads Martinsen Bass – Tommy Reite Drums – Henrik Odde Gustavsen Percussion – Kenneth Simonsen Keys – Stefan Höglin
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