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“‘After Us, The Flood‘ is a song about climate change, told through the eyes of someone who has convinced himself it isn’t real,” comments Charlotte Wessels, the former Delain vocalist. “He feels protected within the walls of his own home while the world outside quietly begins to fall apart.” The track begins as a ballad before…
The Gems will release its second album, “Year Of The Snake” on March 13th. The latest single is “Firebird.” “The tale of the firebird is one of greed,” note The Gems. “Always wanting more and not appreciating what you have. In many ways, we see the state of the world as very much infected by this virus….
Avatar have announced a spring headline tour of North America. The trek will kick off on April 16th in Sacramento, CA and run through May 20th in Hampton Beach, NH. The run includes stops at the Welcome To Rockville and Sonic Temple festivals. Avatar Tour Dates: Avatar Tour Tickets April 16 – Sacramento, CA – Channel 24April 17 –…
Metal Allegiance has returned with the single, “Black Horizon,” their first release of original music since 2018. The track features Alice In Chains vocalist William DuVall (pictured above). “Who would have thought we’d be here 12 years later with new MA (Metal Allegiance) music,” asks bassist Mark Menghi. “Very excited to have one of my favorite vocalists from…
Five Finger Death Punch has announced the first leg of its 2026-2027 world tour with a 48-city North American trek that will kick off July 20th at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, NJ and wrap up on October 23rd at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, VA. Outlaw Country’s Cody Jinks, promoting his current album, “In My Blood,” and…
Black Label Society’s 12th album, “Engines Of Demolition,” containing an Ozzy Osbourne tribute, will arrive on March 27th. Black Label Society founder/leader Zakk Wylde worked with the Prince of Darkness until the end of his career, performing with him during last July’s “Back To The Beginning” farewell concert. Wylde didn’t let the finality of the show overwhelm him….
While Bad Bunny is slated to play the Super Bowl halftime two bands with Bay Area roots — Green Day and Counting Crowes — will team up for a special concert on San Francisco’s Pier 29 on the Embarcadero. It’s part of an invite-only concert, sponsored by FanDuel and Spotify, on February 6th, two days before the Super Bowl in…
David Bowie Stranger Things, set in the 1980s, features period music. The series has helped revive the ’80’s culture and music, especially with the song choices. 1/3 David Bowie Track Revived By Stranger Things Daivid Bowie’s “Heroes,” heard during the end credits of the Stranger Things finale in late December, rises exponentially on streaming services. After New Year’s…
Symphonic Metal’s Within Temptation and Swedish Modern Rock band Smash To Pieces have joined forces on the power ballad “Somebody Like You.” Built around a 22-piece orchestra, the track combines Within Temptation’s symphonic depth with Smash To Pieces’ dramatic edge. “This is the perfect song to also finally join forces,: commented Within Temptation frontwoman Sharon Den Adel. “Adding…
The family of Bob Weir have announced his death at age 78. The singer, songwriter and guitarist was a co-founder (with Jerry Garcia) of the Grateful Dead. “He transitioned peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, after courageously beating cancer as only Bobby could.” wrote the family. “Unfortunately, he succumbed to underlying lung issues.” During Weir’s career…