Stoke-on-Trent’s rising nu-grunge heavyweights Black Coast are back with a crushing new single, “Without You,” out April 30th. Known for blending elements of hardcore, old-school grunge and nu-metal into a sound that’s both raw and melodic, the band continues to push boundaries in the UK heavy scene.

The track emerged organically during pre-production sessions with long-time collaborator Sam Bloor at Lower Lane Studios. Guitarist Scott had been sitting on the main riff for months before locking in with Sam to shape the skeleton of the track. “By the time we got to the studio,” the band shares, “a big portion of it was already written. Joe added the breakdown, Chaz came in with the lyrics, and the rest is history.”

Vocalist Charlie Hewitt describes Black Coast’s music as a vehicle for breaking down emotional walls:

“It can be a struggle not to just introvert yourself so much that you let no one in at all. This music is about trying to break down those self-imposed barriers.”

“Without You” follows the success of the band’s self-titled EP, released in 2023 to acclaim, which RockSound magazine dubbed “their best body of work.” The EP was produced, recorded, and mixed by Sam Bloor and mastered by Grant Berry at Fader Mastering.

Live, Black Coast have proven themselves one of the UK’s most visceral acts, having recently delivered a knockout set at Takedown Festival, alongside past appearances at Burn It Down Festival, Collision Fest, and support slots with Death Remains and Deathharts.

Black Coast continue to evolve their sound while staying rooted in the fierce DIY energy of their Stoke beginnings. With “Without You,” they invite fans deeper into their world—where haunting vocals, jagged riffs, and emotional catharsis collide. 

Black Coast are:

Chaz - singer 

Scott - guitar 

Joe - guitar 

Birdy - bass 

Matty- drums 

CREDIT: Mario Skraban/Redferns

In a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett expressed the band's eagerness to perform at the Las Vegas Sphere. When asked if the metal legends would consider playing a residency at the state-of-the-art venue, Hammett enthusiastically responded: “Oh, heck, yeah! That’s a great example of how venues are changing. That’s using modern technology to the fullest, to really up the levels of production and entertainment, connected to AI and making it a crazy experience.” Hammett is currently at work on a forthcoming solo album, while he also recently revealed that he has tons of new riffs written for the next Metallica album. Additionally, Metallica just teased a clip from their new documentary, Metallica Saved My Life, which is set to be screened at cities included on the North American leg of the band's ongoing M72 World Tour.

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Dom Delfino

If you're artsy and love The Funeral Portrait, it may be your time to shine

The band took to social media to announce a new contest alongside Z2 comics, asking fans to send in artwork to be potentially selected for an exclusive variant cover The Funeral Portrait's graphic novel, "Welcome To Suffocate City". 

The contest post reads:

"Think you have what it takes to get your art on the cover? Z2 and The Funeral Portrait have teamed up to give you a shot at having your artwork on an exclusive variant cover of The Funeral Portrait's Suffocate City graphic novel.

1. Go to z2comics.com/thefuneralportrait

2. Sign up for the Z2's email list

3. Download the design templates

4. Create your art amd send it to Z2. 

Remember submissions end May 9th. Four top covers will be selected for fan voting on May 13th. The cover that receives the most votes will make it to the printer!"

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Fire From The Gods Official Facebook

Fever 333 has brought someone new onboard for their upcoming tour!

The band previously tapped Silly Goose for the bill, but has replaced the band with Fire From The Gods.

Fire From the Gods commented on the new billing, stating:

"You don't want to miss these shows--new energy. new music, same FIRE. Let's make these nights unforgettable!"

Crooked Teeth will remain as the opener for the tour.

Blacklist Union continue to create their own irresistible & shamanistic blend of Stone Temple Pilots, Guns N’ Roses, Malfunkshun, The Cult & Mother Love Bone. Following the 2024 singles ‘Horns & Halos’ & ‘Hey Mr Superstar’, new single ‘Mississippi Moonhound’, a swampy, swaggering anthem that 

captures the feeling of being haunted by your past while howling into the night for something more.. Is the debut single from the forthcoming LP ‘Slay the Dragon’, the band's 6th studio album. Produced by Christopher Johnson (Evanescence, Hans Zimmer, Scott Weiland, Josh Todd, Bryan Adams, Phoebe Bridgers) Previous album ‘Letters from the Psych Ward’, racked up over two million streams.

Blacklist Union main man Tony West was raised in the Bronx on Ramones, Bad Brains, & the New York hardcore scene. ‘Go West young man’..Tony made his way to Los Angeles as a 19 years old, initially collaborating with guitarist Todd Youth (Murphy’s Law/Danzig) & Malfunkshun, who had been kept active by Andy Wood’s (Malfunkshun/Mother Love Bone singer) brother Kevin Wood. In 2006 Tony decided to pursue his own musical direction, and Blacklist Union were formed, the band's debut album, ‘After the Mourning’ was released the same year. The band is currently managed by veteran industry pro Paul Crosby from the Grammy nominated, multi-platinum band Saliva. West also recorded with Saliva, and Jon E. Love (Love/Hate) back in 2014. 

Blacklist Union has earned a reputation for their explosive live shows. Last November, they stormed the West Coast with punk legends Dead Boys, followed by a December tour with former Saliva frontman Josey Scott, hitting Tennessee, Colorado, & California with their trademark intensity. West says, ‘Our music will transport you from the gritty streets of the Bronx to the wild energy of Los Angeles..'

Welcome to the Wild Wild West…

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Sanjay Parikh

Shinedown isn't done putting out singles yet!
In a new interview with Audio Ink Radio, Shinedown bassist Eric Bass talked about the progress of the band's songwriting and how fans will have more to look forward to soon. 

He stated:

"Two tracks are out now. 'Three Six FIve' and 'Dance, Kid, Dance'. So we will probably release--we're definitely gonna release more music before the end of the year."

He continued: 

"Look, we're assessing where we're at with the [next] Shinedown record. When it's time, it's time. That's what we always say. And we wanna make sure that we have our best material for a record rather than just getting something done to hurry up and get it done. I know we've mentioned July, we've mentioned August, we've mentioned these kind of arbitrary months for a Shinedown record to drop, but I don't have a definite date right now. But here's the thing: when it's done and it's out, it will be our best work, and that's what's important to us. But we are actively working on it. I was mixing yesterday. I'll be mixing some more today. So, we are definitely working on it right now."

1. By: Leeza Photo Credit: Bury Tomorrow's Official Instagram

Bury Tomorrow has a new single to rock out to!

The band has officially released their newest single, "Forever The Night". The band has also released the music video for their new track alongside the single's release.

"Forever The Night" will be the fifth song from the band's upcoming album "Will You Haunt Me, With That Same Patience". The previous singles from the album are "What If I Burn", "Villain Arc", "Let Go" and "Waiting". 

"Will You Haunt Me, With That Same Patience" will be released on May 16th via Music For Nations.

You can check out the new MV below:

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Stephanie Cabral 

Former Butcher Babies singer Carla Harvey has officially launched her new band, The Violent Hour.

The band's debut song was officially released, along with the music video for the track. 

Harvey said of the new video:

"While Sick Ones is about cutting toxic people out of your life—those who constantly devalue you — I wanted to flip that narrative for the video. I’ve always been interested in the idea that sometimes, the most dangerous person to confront is yourself. The video explores what it means to face those darker versions of who we’ve been, and whether we can truly leave them behind… or, as the ending suggests, learn to coexist peacefully. Vicente took my vision and brought it to life. I came to him with a wild idea and no clue how to execute it—and we made it work! I loved getting a chance to play multiple larger-than-life characters.”

You can check out The Violent Hour's debut music video below:

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Blind Channel's Official Facebook

Blind Channel is down a member. 

The band announced via their social media that they are officially parting ways with singer Joel Hokka. 

The statement reads:

"Blind Channel and singer Joel Hokka have decided to part ways.

With this decision, a significant era comes to an end for all of us involved. Over time, our ways of working and our creative chemistry have naturally drifted in different directions. After much thought and mutal understanding, Blind Channel and Joel Hokka have decided to continue on separate paths. This decision doesn't affect our friendship and love.

We wanna thank Joel for everything abd we wish Joel nothing but the absolute best in the future. For now, Blind Channel will continue as a five member band. The band is currently on a break."

--Niko, Joonas, Aleski, Oli, Tommi

Joel also released a statment, saying:

"12 years is a long time, the growth from high school boys to successful musicians have been a journey like no other. The past few years have pushed me to my limits. and ongoing sleep issues have made touring impossible. I've come to realize that the intensity of this lifestyle doesn't align with my health right now. I'm beyond grateful for everything these years have given me and wish my brothers all the best in their future endeavors."

The band wrapped up their statement by stating they will not be commenting further on the matter. 

By: Leeza

Sleep Token fans have officially receive the band's newest offering. 

The band released their single "Damocles" at midnight on Friday, following their most recent singles "Caramel" and "Emergence". The three singles come from Sleep Token's upcoming album, "Even In Arcadia". The mysterious masked band will be releasing their fourth studio album on May 9th via RCA Records. 

By Leeza Photo Credit: Christopher White Fox

Not Enough Space and Dark Divine have teamed up for a new track!

The moancore band tapped Dark Divine's frontman Anthony Martinez for their latest single "Eye 4 An Eye", stating:

"Our new collaboration with Anthony Martinez from Dark Divine, 'Eye 4 An Eye' captures a dark and cynical energy. This song represents how our beliefs become morally corrupt when we attempt to level the playinf field with vengeance and spite after trust has felt betrayed. As the lyrics unfold, it becomes clear that forgiveness is out of reach with both sides are consumed by their distorted thoughts, leaving any possibility of reconciliation in the dust."

Not Enough Space also released the music video for their new song, directed by Toddi Babu. 

You can check out the music video for "Eye 4 An Eye" below:

PHOTO CREDIT: Jonathan Weiner

It opens slowly and from there on out, it's all gas, no brakes. The track quickly escalates into the moshy ragers that FFAK are known for, to the delight of their legion of fans, who will also love the sticks-in-your-brain, melodic chorus.

"This song is about love and tragedy," says singer Ryan Kirby. "A couple [is] experiencing the end of the world together. But instead of living through it in fear, they choose to enjoy their last moments enjoying each other and celebrating what they had."

"No Tomorrow" follows last year's "TECHNIUM," which featured The Plot In You vocalist Landon Tewers. Watch the video for that track here.

The band just wrapped up a sold-out North American tour with Killswitch Engage, Kublai Khan TX, and Frozen Soul.

More music and more touring is on deck for FFAK this year, with news about both coming soon. However, fans can catch the band at Welcome to Rockville in Florida and Sonic Temple in Ohio in May.

FIT FOR A KING ARE:
Ryan Kirby — Vocals 
Bobby Lynge — Guitar 
Daniel Gailey — Guitar 
Trey Celaya — Drums 
Ryan "Tuck" O'Leary — Bass/Vocals

Info from Pluggin Baby

Awaken I Am is an Alternative Rock band from Australia fronted by producer Jimmy Alexander.

As their first US tour ended in March of 2018, tragedy struck the band on their home soil in Brisbane, Australia. On the morning of May 15, guitarist Connor Verner-Oakley’s 22-year-old life was cut short by the hands of an intentional reckless driver, whose unsuccessful attempt took the wrong life. 

Following the accident, the remaining members of AWAKEN I AM dived straight into the writing/recording process. Apart from two songs written before his passing, all the titles entirely focus as a tribute to Oakley. Some directed towards their fallen brother, others at the responsible party - those songs from those sessions proved to be both cathartic and inspiring. 

Continuing into their new reality and Australia's Covid lockdown, Awaken I Am pushed forward writing a new full-length album. The first single “Relic” punctuates an ever-maturing sound born out of tragedy and angst. 

Their highly anticipated upcoming album “The Only Way Out Is Through”  will be released June 27 produced by vocalist Jimmy Alexander (Rain City Drive). Awaken I Am’s previous single “Turn To Stone” was added into Octane rotation on February 7.

Quote about the song:

“Vacant is a haunting reflection on the weight of  emotional detachment and self-doubt. With raw lyricism and soaring melodies, the track captures the struggle of losing yourself in someone else while questioning whether they ever truly saw you at all. It’s an anthem for those who’ve felt unseen, unheard, and ultimately, replaceable.”— Jimmy Alexander, Awaken I Am

Band members and instruments played:

Jimmy Alexander - Vocals

Ryan Oxford - Guitar 

Luke Mckenzie - Drums

Info from Atom Splitter PR

Slaying audiences across North America on his "There's No Such Thing As Monsters" tour celebrating 20 years of Transylvania 90210, WEDNESDAY 13 has just unleashed the biggest surprise in his bag of tricks — his brand-new single "No Apologies," featuring Faster Pussycat's Taime Downe! The track appears on the band's upcoming full-length album, Mid Death Crisis, out April 25 via Napalm Records.

"No Apologies" wastes no time ripping into a heavy rock rager, laced with fiery guitar leads and even more searing lyrics. The fast-romping anthem is an unapologetic exorcism of toxic demons and even more toxic people, and arrives alongside a new music video, also featuring Downe.

WEDNESDAY 13 comments, "This is the most rock n' roll song I've written in years. I wanted to go back to my roots, and my roots are '80s glam. The name at the top of that list was Faster Pussycat, so it made total sense to have Taime Downe guest on this track. Having one of my rock 'n' roll idols alongside me in the studio was an honor. We whipped up a nasty little middle finger salute to ourselves on this one, and the result is 'No Apologies.'"

After returning in 2022 with his widely-acclaimed full-length album Horrifier(#8 US Top New Artist Albums), as well as several major tours supporting his solo work and celebrated Murderdolls reunion shows, the Duke of Spook is back with Mid Death Crisis! WEDNESDAY 13 dubs the album as a fun, campy, "leave-your-brain-at-the-door" rager and a true return to his hard-rocking roots! Produced by guitarist Alex Kane (Life, Sex & Death, Enuff Z'Nuff, Antiproduct) and mixed by Steve Evetts (The Dillinger Escape Plan, Prong, DevilDriver) the album oozes infectious '80s sleaze metal energy.

Eerie introductory track "There's No Such Thing As Monsters" vibrates with electricity before industrial-tinged "Decease and Desist" kicks in full blast. WEDNESDAY 13’s trademark crooning wastes no time entering the fold as he careens through the high-octane horror anthem. First single "When the Devil Commands" instantly proves itself as a stunner with an unforgettable hook, charging arena rock-laden drum production and chugging guitars, before tracks like "Rotting Away" and "Blood Storm" ensnare with metallic goth-punk energy that will have crowds moving wall to wall. Featuring Faster Pussycat’s Taime Downe on guest vocals, standout heavy rocker "No Apologies" is a fast-romping exorcism of toxic demons, while the triumphant mini-murder ballad "Decapitation" riles up listeners with a catchy lead riff before making a hard left into a theatrical bridge straight out of a sinister '60s sock hop! Ragers like "In Misery," "Xanaxtasy," and "Sick and Violent" explore various genres of metal, injecting the album with elements of gripping heaviness for any listener, while downtempo stunners "I Hurt You" and "My Funeral" approach a more pensive territory.

Although its title, Mid Death Crisis, may suggest otherwise, WEDNESDAY 13shows zero signs of stopping on this refreshingly powerful and multi-faceted entry into the band's hall of horrific history!

By: Leeza Photo Credit: SUSUMETAL (PROGRESS-M))

BABYMETAL fans will have to wait a little longer to hear their new album!

The Japanese kawaii-metal band was previously set to release their latest album "Metal Forth" on June 13th, but will now be released on June 27th via Capitol Records. 

In a statement regarding the delay, the band said:

"Due to changes in the overseas release date, the domestic release date has also been changed from 2025.6.13 (Fri) to 2025.6.27 (Fri)"

The new album will be filled with features from big named artists such as Bloodywood, Poppy, Spiritbox, Tom Morello, and more. 
"Metal Forth" is the follow up to BABYMETAL's 2023 album "The Other One".

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Sumerian Records 

Slaughter To Prevail is back!

The Russian metal band has officially released their latest single "Russian Grizzly In America". Slaughter To Prevail dropped their new track alongside the announcement of the release date for their new album, "Grizzly". 

Slaughter To Prevail frontman Alex Terrible discussed the band's new album, stating:

"I think this is the best album we have ever written. We put so much effort into it. We spent a lot of time on every detail and really poured our souls into the songs. In the past, we were always rushing to finish albums and just releasing whatever we had. This time, we took our time, and made sure everything was exactly how we wanted it. Hopefully it was all worth it."

Slaughter To Prevail will be releasing their new album "Grizzly" on July 18th via Sumerian Records. 

Check out the music video for "Russian Grizzly In America" below:

Info from Freeman Promotions

Employed To Serve exemplifies heavy metal as more than just music—it's a way of life. Rising from their roots as local scene stalwarts to arena-ready contenders, they’ve earned their place on the world stage with their album Fallen Star. Vocalist Justine Jones and guitarist/co-vocalist Sammy Urwin began the band as teenagers, fueled by their love of metal’s traditions and their drive to push boundaries. From the feral mathcore chaos of their early EPs to the career-defining Conquering (2021), they’ve proven themselves lifers on a mission to champion heavy music’s past while shaping its future.

Their third album for Spinefarm, Fallen Star, is a testament to the band’s versatility and ambition. Tracks like “Treachery” unleash blistering metalcore-meets-thrash energy, while the title track incorporates melodic harmonies, synth textures, and soaring hooks. Collaborations with icons like Killswitch Engage’s Jesse Leach and Lorna Shore’s Will Ramos further elevate the record’s diversity, blending old-school influences, nu-metal immediacy, and experimental flourishes. For Justine and Sammy, balancing heaviness with melody challenges them as musicians and reflects their belief in embracing metal’s evolving unity.

Beyond the music, Employed To Serve live their philosophy of Heavy Metal Unity. Their label, Church Road Records, fosters a thriving community of diverse artists, echoing the band’s own journey from DIY beginnings to headlining festivals and sharing stages with giants like Gojira. As they continue to break barriers and expand their reach, Justine and Sammy remain fiercely committed to their craft, playing every show as if it’s their last and inspiring fans with their relentless passion. With Fallen Star, they aim to cement their legacy as one of Britain’s leading lights in heavy metal.

Info from Atom Splitter PR

SharpTone added six member wrecking crew PSYCHO-FRAME to its roster at the top of this year. Upon announce the signing, the band shared the FEEDdouble single, featuring the songs "NO REVIVES" + "BREATHING NAPALM." 

Today, they return with the video for the sonically violent and thematically visceral new single "The Portal." Launching with pummeling double bass, a nightmare-inducing scream that would haunt the bowels of howl, and an onslaught of riffs, "The Portal" will kick every inch of your ass. It is NOT for the weak.

"'The Portal' is about cutting out an abusive parental figure that used manipulation and violence as a form of forced adoration," the band states.

Viscerally technical, crushingly heavy, PSYCHO-FRAME are a band comprised of several veterans of metal's various subgenres with a purpose of creating aggressive and immolating music. Emerging onto the scene with debut single "24 Hours Left" in April of 2023, Psycho-Frame referred to themselves as the last deathcore band — a legacy they continue to uphold with the release of two highly acclaimed EPs, Remote God Seeker in May 2023 and Automatic Death Protocol in December 2023. Vocalist Michael Sugars is also formerly of the band Vatican.

Since then, the band have hit the road, touring alongside Balmora (Ephyra), Dying Fetus (Relapse Records), SPITE (Rise Records), and more, refusing to limit their exposure and influence to the realm of contemporary deathcore. In a short period of time, Psycho-Frame has solidified their place in the underground music community. Combining consistent intensity with a captivating live performance and an aesthetic that pulls from retro sci-fi, horror and anime to complement the chaos of their sound, the band will settle for nothing less than total domination.

PSYCHO-FRAME ARE:
Michael Sugars — Vocals
Hunter Young — Guitar + Vocals
Aiden 'Dave' Bessent — Guitar 
Jordan Crain — Guitar
Colter Cuthbertson — Vocals
Leo McClain — Drums

PHOTO CREDIT:  Robert McCoy

Southern California's DAYSEEKER — Rory Rodriguez [vocals], Gino Sgambelluri [guitar], Ramone Valerio [bass], and Zac Mayfield [drums] — have returned with the first taste of new music this year. Today, they have shared the video for the brand new song "Pale Moonlight."
 
The song was produced by Daniel Braunstein (Spiritbox, Silent Planet) and mixed by Zakk Cervini (Blink-182, Lorna Shore), while the video was directed by Jensen Noen (Black Veil Brides, Bring Me the Horizon, Falling In Reverse). 

"'Pale Moonlight' is about giving in to your vices," says Rodriguez. "It's about the addiction to things that you know are toxic for you — but you simply can't stop yourself."

The song is classic Dayseeker and they've leveled up. It features the band's signature contemplative lyrics ("I didn't need help to ruin my life / Dancing with the devil in the pale moonlight"), elevated melodics, and hooks that remain as unforgettable as ever. The breakdowns clamp down with a ferocious bite, deftly demonstrating just how dynamic Dayeeker's music is. It's a melancholic rager that cyclones through a myriad of emotions. There's a lot to unpack in the space of four minutes and that's what makes "Pale Moonlight" such a rewarding listen. 

Follow the band through a dark club and ever darker corners of the world in the accompanying visual. 
 
Simply put, Dayseeker are a quiet killer.

Dayseeker truly became a scene standout with 2019's Sleeptalk, a watershed moment and a harbinger of things to come for the band. It was hailed by Alternative Press as "a warm and welcome release to higher ground" and "a much-needed breath of fresh air into the post-hardcore scene." It was 2022's Dark Sun that catapulted Dayseeker to inevitable game-changer status, with the band's cumulative global streams totaling over 600 million worldwide, a cover appearance on Outburn, and key press love from Artist Friendly, Peer Pleasure, idobi, and more. A global, sold-out headline tour in theater-sized venues followed, and the band enjoyed support treks with Pierce the Veil and Bad Omens. Their eagerly awaited new full-length release is due out later this year.

On Monday (April 21), Halestorm shared their new single, "Darkness Always Wins," which will be featured on their highly-anticipated upcoming album. The moody ballad is produced by Dave Cobb, and is set to appear on Halestorm’s forthcoming project, though the band hasn’t revealed any additional details about the record as of yet. “‘Darkness Always Wins’ is not a song of hope, nor is it a song of despair,” singer Lzzy Hale says in a statement. “It is reality. History repeating. Evil prevails and the good depart first. But we are not doomed as long as we persist and keep our fires burning. The war may not be won in this lifetime. But our mission is to pass the torch so that those who follow have a light to fight with.” Halestorm have a packed touring schedule over the summer, opening for Iron Maiden in Europe, taking part in Ozzy Osbourne’s and Black Sabbath’s last show in Birmingham, England, on July 5, and supporting Volbeat in the U.S. 

Photo: DC (FB/IG @theshowwithdc)

Korn's Jonathan Davis has launched a new line of dog apparel under his "Freak on a Leash" brand, in collaboration with designer Ashton Michael. The canine collection features spiked collars, accessories, and garments inspired by punk and metal bands from the late '70s and '80s. Davis has pledged to donate a portion of the proceeds to support Pup Culture Rescue, a Pasadena-based dog rescue organization. “The joy and love I get from my dog is like no other,” said Davis in a press release. “It’s a special bond we have. To be able to make something to dress them up kind of like your own style… and then giving back to dogs who don’t have homes, it’s just something that makes me feel something warm in my dark little heart.” The reasonably priced range includes a wide variety of dog-related items, all designed to embody elements of Davis' stage style, while expanding on his previous collection of “Freak on a Leash” pet accessories which he launched in 2022. 

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Mikael Eriksson

Ghost is putting out one more single before the release of their new album!

The band has released their new single, "Peacefield", which is the third single off the band's upcoming album "Skeleta". The new track follows the songs "Satanized" and "Lachryma". 

Ghost frontman Tobias Forge said of the new song:

"Because the record is going to slalom into dark subjects, I wanted to set a tone of hope in the beginning. I wanted to add a hand to the listener: 'It will all be fine, but we're gonna go sideways now and go on a little trip'"

The bands upcoming album will be released this Friday, April 25th via Loma Vista Recordings. 

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Atlantic

In This Moment is changing labels! 

The band was announced amongst many signings to Better Noise Music, including Yellowcard and Sabaton. The label released an official press release that states:

"NEW YORK, 22ND APRIL 2025; BETTER NOISE MUSIC, fresh from celebrating its fifth year as #1 Billboard and Media Base Active Rock Radio label, is further ramping up in 2025, proudly announcing four new key signings to the label: SABATON, YELLOWCARD, IN THIS MOMENT and THE RASMUS.

Having carved out unique identities in the rock world, each new signing is now primed to experience greater success in the USA and globally via their affiliation with BETTER NOISE MUSIC.

The label is known for its creative artist development, innovative cross-media strategies, and ability to build international success stories. It was named Billboard’s #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Label and #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Imprint of 2024, after its history-making run of 5 consecutive years as the #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Imprint (2018-2022). In 2023 Allen Kovac moved up to Chairman role and over the last 2.5 years the company has been run by Dan Waite CEO, Steve Kline COO and President, Harris Masood CFO, and Paul Cormack GM.

•SABATON is the #1 GLOBAL POWER METAL BAND and one of Sweden’s biggest acts with 4 billion streams on Spotify alone. On April 25, they will unveil the single and video “Templars” as the first release from their first Better Noise Music album.
Since their 2005 debut album, they’ve released 10 studio albums (some of which have been certified as Gold, Platinum, and even Quadruple Platinum), seen eight of its albums score Top 10 international chart status, and six claim the Top 5.

“We’re truly excited to begin this new chapter with Better Noise Music,” Pär Sundström comments. “After exploring various record labels worldwide, we found Better Noise to be the perfect fit. As an independent label, they haven’t traditionally focused on our style of heavy metal, making this collaboration particularly exciting. We’re excited to see how this partnership develops, confident that they’re ready to embrace the challenge of working with a band that brings a unique sound to their roster.”

“We’re thrilled to welcome SABATON to our roster,” says Lexie Viklund, the label’s Director of A&R. “Their powerful music and storytelling have resonated with fans worldwide, and we’re eager to amplify their presence in the U.S. while continuing to grow their global impact.”

THE RASMUS — A JV signing with Playground music, The Rasmus are Finland’s 2nd biggest act and #1 rock act—is a 6x Platinum and 8x Gold-certified, record-breaking outfit. On the heels of their first two singles for the label—“Rest In Pieces” and “Creatures of Chaos”—they’ll issue “Break These Chains” ft. Niko Vilhelm of Blind Channel” on May 16. These tracks are all taken from the album Weirdo, arriving September 12 and marking their 11th studio album and first for Better Noise Music. The Rasmus have also generated an impressive 829 million global career streams. They’ll bring their unforgettable stage show to audiences worldwide in 2025 on the “Weirdo Tour,” including a run with The Funeral Portrait in the U.S. which began April 18.

“Working with Better Noise has been splendid, as we share the same mindset. The fact that they focus on long-term artist careers rather than just one single release aligns perfectly with what we strive for at Backbone Management. Their dedication to A&R, meticulous planning, and ensuring that everything is in place has been truly impressive. I am very much looking forward to a long-term relationship with Better Noise and taking The Rasmus‘ already successful career to new heights.”

Antti Eriksson – The Rasmus Head of Management / Owner – Backbone Management

•YELLOWCARD, one of the most influential bands in 2000s alternative rock, is now working on a new album for 2025 with producer Travis Barker. It will mark the Florida originating group’s first album of new material since 2016. They’ve sold over 3 million albums worldwide, earned over 1 billion global streams, and toured extensively across six continents.

After officially disbanding in 2017, YELLOWCARD reunited in 2022 for the 20th anniversary of Ocean Avenue and have since reentered a new creative era.

“We are so excited to work with Better Noise Music on this new chapter for Yellowcard. After an unreal celebration of the Ocean Avenue 20 Year Anniversary, we are very grateful to have partners that believe in this band as much as we do. These are the most epic songs we’ve ever recorded, and we couldn’t have asked for a better partner to put them out into the world!”

Kristen Worden Harris – Le Grand Music – Manager – YELLOWCARD

•IN THIS MOMENT: Since 2005, the GRAMMY® Award-nominated and influential act has presided over a diehard fan base under the watch of “mother” figure and frontwoman Maria Brink—joined by co-founder and lead guitarist Chris Howorth, bassist Travis Johnson, guitarist Randy Weitzel, and drummer Kent Diimmel. The band is now working on their ninth album and first for Better Noise, with tracks starting to drop in 2025.

To date, in addition to the Gold-selling album, Blood [2012], the quintet has garnered six Gold and Platinum singles, followed by a trifecta of Top 25 entries on the Billboard 200 with Black Widow [2014] and Ritual [2017]. Between selling out headline tours coast-to-coast, the group performed in arenas everywhere alongside Disturbed and appeared at countless festivals from Lollapalooza to Sonic Temple.

Commenting on the new signings, Better Noise CEO Dan Waite says “Better Noise is truly committed to utilizing the label’s knowledge and expertise to elevate each band to greater commercial heights. We are getting several enquiries from household name bands after 5 years as #1 rock radio label, from acts feeling overlooked in the major label system, or wanting to spread their success outside their home market and grow globally.

When artists follow our system, it doesn’t matter if you are Five Finger Death Punch, Mötley Crüe, Papa Roach, or Nothing More, Dirty Heads, Bad Wolves, The Funeral Portrait, or From Ashes to New, together we have the most success in their career to date. When artists follow our systems, which is a unique system, and sometimes scary for artists, once they see the results they go all in. The ones that tell us early on that they are not going to follow our system, we choose not to get in business with.”

Steve Kline says Better Noise is ready to build on each band’s success and enable them to artistically and commercially thrive at their new home.

We are beyond excited to welcome Yellowcard, Sabaton, The Rasmus, and In This Moment to the Better Noise family. These exceptional bands showcase the diversity and creativity that define our rich roster of rock and alternative artists. Each brings a proven global track record and a distinctive approach to rock music. We look forward to partnering with them and taking each band to the next level and beyond.

“With the resources gained from selling part of our catalog, we continue our growth by investing in both our current roster and groundbreaking new signings. As the premier artist development company, we’re proud to see The Funeral Portrait continue their upward trajectory—currently Top 10 at rock radio with their second single, ‘Holy Water,’ following the #1 success of their Better Noise debut single, ‘Suffocate City."

Info from Atom Splitter PR and Rise Records

The black and white video finds Wallen and the band in the desert, performing and cruising in a convertible. The simplicity matches the escalatation in the music and  allows the emotional heft of the song to come to the forefront. But it's not as simple as it seems. Stick around until the end for a little Lost Boysinspiration.
"Life, death, triumph, tragedy...love transcends it all," says Wallen. "'Us Against the World' is a song for the fighters, the believers, and the ones who never let go."

ABOUT KEITH WALLEN:
Keith Wallen is a prolific songwriter responsible for soaring melodies and hypnotic hooks heard across modern rock radio. The West Virginia-born troubadour uses his solo work as a vehicle to explore his multifaceted passions, moving seamlessly from the smart pop of '80s favorites like The Police and Depeche Mode to the big moody riffs of '90s grunge heroes like Alice In Chains, Soundgarden, and Stone Temple Pilots. 
 
His co-writing collaborations include compositions with Saint Asonia, Fuel, We Came As Romans, Red, Dorothy, and Korn guitarist Brian "Head" Welch's Love And Death. Wallen bares his soul as a solo artist with earnest resolve, powering his honest anthems with commanding vocals. 
 
A former member of Adelitas Way, Keith was among his first calls when Benjamin Burnley decided to reform and reconfigure his band. Dark Before Dawn, Breaking Benjamin's powerhouse comeback, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. Ember followed in 2018. 
 
Keith's self-produced acoustic and piano-driven Allies EP arrived in 2014. His debut solo album, 2021'sThis World Or The Next, featured "Dream Away," a song streamed 1.4M times on Spotify alone. His second solo album, Infinity Now, includes production and co-writing contributions from Kevin Thrasher (RIVALS, Jelly Roll) and work with Dan Braunstein (Spiritbox, Dayseeker) and Andrew Baylis (Sleeping With Sirens, Jelly Roll, Brantley Gilbert). 
 
Produced by Kevin Thrasher (Jelly Roll, RIVALS) and mixed by Joel Wanasek (Rain City Drive, Scott Stapp), Keith's sophomore solo album, Infinity Now, extends a warm invitation into the singer/songwriter's heart and mind. Hard rock bombast meets intimate pensiveness via engaging songs like "Blackout," "Strings," and first single, "Headspace Holiday."
 
As guitarist for Breaking Benjamin, a solo artist or songwriting collaborator, the common threads through Keith Wallen's work are honesty, authenticity, and heartfelt spirit. 

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Just days after dropping their searing new single “Bad Luck,” modern metalcore torchbearers We Came As Romans have officially announced their Bad Luck 2025 World Tour. The epic headline run will include coast-to-coast dates across North America this July and August with special guests At The Burial, Currents & Johnny Booth. They will then head to Europe and the UK for an extensive headline run this fall with special guests Brand of Sacrifice.

VIP package upgrades via Soundrink and various pre-sales for the North American run will begin Wednesday, April 23^rd at 10am local time. All tickets for the North American run will go on general sale Friday, April 25th at 10am local time.  Full dates below.

Launching on July 22nd in Toronto and closing out with an epic hometown at legendary Detroit venue, The Fillmore on August 23, the North American headline tour follows the massive response to the band’s first release of 2025—“Bad Luck”, a thunderous anthem of perseverance, identity, and rebirth.

Speaking on today's announcement, We Came As Romans frontman Dave Stephens shares

"This tour isn’t just a run of shows—it’s a celebration of what we’ve all built together, and it’s the perfect way to launch our new single, Bad Luck, into the world. We’ve poured everything into this release, and I can’t wait to share it with everyone from stage to stage."

The Bad Luck 2025 World Tour arrives on the heels of an already stacked US festival schedule for the band—including stops at Welcome to Rockville, Louder Than Life, Inkcarceration, Warped Tour, and When We Were Young—and signals a bold new era for a group who have spent nearly two decades rewriting the rules of modern heavy music.

BAD LUCK WORLD TOUR - NORTH AMERICA

With special guests 

After The Burial, Currents & Johnny Booth

July 22 – Toronto, ON – Rebel

July 24 – New York, NY – Palladium Times Square

July 25 – Worcester, MA – The Palladium

July 26 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore

July 27 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore

July 29 – Norfolk, VA – The NorVa

July 30 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore

August 1 – Atlanta, GA – The Eastern

August 4 – Houston, TX – House of Blues

August 5 – Dallas, TX – House of Blues

August 6 – Austin, TX – Emo's

August 9 – Los Angeles, CA – The Wiltern

August 10 – Sacramento, CA – Channel 24

August 12 – Portland, OR – Roseland Theater

August 13 – Tacoma, WA – Temple Theatre

August 15 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Union

August 16 – Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium

August 17 – Kansas City, MO – Uptown Theater

August 19 – St. Louis, MO – The Pageant

August 20 – Nashville, TN – Marathon Music Works

August 22 – Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom

August 23 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore

BAD LUCK TOUR - EUROPE/UK

We Came As Romans

With special guests 

Brand Of Sacrifice

September 26 – London, UK – Electric Brixton

September 27 – Manchester, UK – Club Academy

September 28 – Bristol, UK – SWX

September 30 – Tilburg, NL – 013

October 1 – Paris, FR – Le Trabendo

October 3 – Hamburg, DE – Uebel & Gefährlich

October 4 – Cologne, DE – Essigfabrik

October 6 – Berlin, DE – Festsaal Kreuzberg

October 7 – Prague, CZ – Palác Akropolis

October 8 – Budapest, HU – Dürer Kert

October 9 – Vienna, AT – Simm City

October 11 – Zurich, CH – Dynamo

October 12 – Saarbrücken, DE – Garage

October 13 – Munich, DE – Theaterfabrik

October 15 – Esch-sur-Alzette, LU – Rockhal

ABOUT WE CAME AS ROMANS

We Came As Romans continue to progress and evolve at lightspeed, maintaining a place at the forefront of heavy music and culture. Never content to follow, they seamlessly alchemize crushing groove-driven catharsis, spacey electronics, and arena-size singalongs into a sound that refuses to sit still—effortlessly moving between metal, alternative, hardcore, and rock.

The Michigan-born five-piece—Dave Stephens, Joshua Moore, Lou Cotton, Andy Glass, and David Puckett—first broke through with Tracing Back Roots (2013), which cracked the Billboard 200 Top 10 and hit #1 on both the Independent Albums and Top Hard Rock Albums charts. Their self-titled 2015 album followed, debuting at #11 on the Billboard 200, cementing their status as modern metalcore royalty.

Following the tragic loss of original vocalist Kyle Pavone in 2018, the band has continued to honor his legacy with their 2022 album, Darkbloom, their highest-praised record to date. Kerrang! awarded it 4 out of 5 stars, calling it “a carrier for a knot of emotion, and a tribute to their friend.” It featured career-defining tracks like “Black Hole” (ft. Caleb Shomo), now over 102 million Spotify streams, and “Daggers” (ft. Zero 9:36), which surpassed 32 million streams. Media outlets including Loudwire and Consequence praised the album for its emotional range, sonic heft, and unapologetic vulnerability.

“Bad Luck” is the next step in their journey—an anthem born of loss, scars, heart, and unrelenting drive.

Puddle of Mudd announced that their new album, Kiss the Machine, is set to arrive on May 2, and have shared the project’s lead single, “Beautimous.” The announcement comes despite the ongoing legal issues facing frontman Wes Scantlin, including a pending felony domestic violence charge following a recent physical altercation with his girlfriend. “This album was a moment of clarity – me looking in the mirror,” said Scantlin in a press release. “I was there night after night in the studio, learning, recording, pushing myself, and making sure every part of it felt authentic. I’m super proud of how it all came together.” Scantlin has had a series of legal problems over the years, including a run in with a SWAT team in 2024 while resisting arrest over an outstanding warrant, and an arrest for trespassing in 2023. Scantlin also gave a disastrous performance at a charity gig at Daytona Bike Week in March, which he claims was a result of being roofied by a former bandmate. 

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Rock Candy 

Good news for European creatures! 

Motionless In White is heading back to Europe for an 11-stop tour in 2026. 

The metalcore band announced the tour via their social media, writing:

"Let's run it back, but even bigger this time! Last tour was so amazing that we just can't wait to come back and do it again as soon as possible. New year, new production, and of course we'll be playing new songs! More dates and our fantastic lineup of support bands will be announced in June! Tickets for these shows on sale Friday at 10am local time."

Motionless In White was in Europe last February for a 15-date headlining tour featuring Firt For A King and Brand Of Sacrifice 

February 2026

5 Glasgow OVO Hydro
6 Nottingham Motorpoint Arena
7 Manchester AO Arena
10 Dublin 3Arena
13 Cardiff Utilita Arena
14 London Alexandra Palace
17 Paris Zenith
28 Brussels Forest National

March 2026

5 Barcelona Razzmatazz
6 Madrid Palacio Vistalegre
7 Lisbon Sala Tejo / Meo Arena

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Jimmy Fontaine

Halestorm is BACK!

The band has officially released their latest single "Darkness Always Wins", which is their first single off of their latest album. 

Frontwoman Lzzy Hale said of the bands new track:

"Darkness Always Wins’ is not a song of hope, nor is it a song of despair. It is reality. History repeating. Evil prevails and the good depart first. But we are not doomed as long as we persist and keep our fires burning. The war may not be won in this lifetime. But our mission is to pass the torch so that those who follow have a light to fight with.”

"Darkness Always Wins" is Halestorms first single of 2025. 

By Leeza Photo Credit: Trevor McGoldrick

Fit For A King have confirmed their next album!
The metalcore band took to their social media to announce the details of their yet to be named eighth studio album, writing:

"UPDATE: album will be 12 songs with a 40min run time. 

No interludes or any of that. 

3 guest vocals (Landon Tewers on Technium included)

That's all you get for now. New song coming sooner than you think."

Fit For A King released "TECHNIUM" with Landon Tewers from The Plot In You back in July of 2024. 

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Aidan Brunt

Cassyette is done with her last chapter. 

The singer has just released the deluxe version of her debut album, "This World Fucking Sucks", which includes her now viral cover of Lady Gaga's hit "Disease" and her latest single "Phantom Limb". Casyette, however, feels like she's ready for the next thing. 

She stated:

"Phantom limb syndrome is a chronic condition that causes people to feel sensations in a missing limb. Someone I know had the condition and we talked about how the body holds onto pain and can get so accustomed to particular feelings, whether that’s mental or physical to the point where the catalyst is no longer there but it still feels so present.

“'Phantom Limb' is about what it’s like to leave someone toxic that never loved you back. Being out of the toxic situation yet my body was holding onto residual feelings and emotional pain for long after. I felt like I had to relearn my entire existence.

“This World Still Fucking Sucks is very much that chapter of my life. I am closing that chapter now. Life has changed and something new is bubbling.”

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Travis Shinn

Evanescence fans have a new video to rock out to!

The band has officially released the performance video for their new track "Afterlife", which was directed by Jason Lester. 

"Afterlife" has been one of the fastest frowing singles ever for Evanescence, as the single has been streamed over 6 million times in the first week. The new track is featured in the new Netflix animated action series "Devil May Cry".

The new video for "Afterlife" was filmed in a reportedly haunted, historic house in Tennessee and seems to feature easter eggs for "Devil May Cry" fans to find. 

You can check out the video below: 

By: Leeza Photo Credit:Roadrunner Records

It may have taken 20 years, but it's finally here!

Trivium has officially released their music video for "Dying In You Arms" after filming and shelving the video 20 years ago. 

The band commented on the delayed video, stating:

"We did a video for ‘Dying In Your Arms‘ about 20 years ago, and the video ended up so bad that our manager said, ‘we need to pull this video or your band…’ Someone said you should pull this video, because this video is not good. But now, 20 years later, we’re like, ‘We should watch this. We should show everyone what this is and see how we feel about it.’ Because I haven’t seen this video in 20 years.”

"Dying In You Arms" came off of Trivium's 2005 album "Ascendancy", which the band is now celebrating with their Acendancy 20th anniversary tour. They are joined by Bullet For My Valentine, August Burns Red, and Bleed From Within. 

You can check out the video for "Dying In You Arms" below:

Bush has just announced that their upcoming album, I Beat Loneliness, is set to be released on July 18, with the band also unveiling the first track lifted from the record, “60 Ways to Forget People.” “What I feel about this record is it addresses the common struggles we all have,” frontman Gavin Rossdale said in the press release. “’60 Ways to Forget People’ is an ode to sacrifice and a dedication to the focus it takes to be better. All the time and in all things.” I Beat Loneliness was produced by Rossdale and Erik Ron, and it marks Bush’s 10th studio album, with the official lead single scheduled for release on June 5th. The band will support the album with a series of live shows, including a continuation of their ongoing Greatest Hits Tour starting on April 21 in Victoria, British Columbia, followed by a summer tour with Shinedown.

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Andy Ford

Sleep Token fans are a little bit closer to "Even In Arcadia"!

The band has officially released the tracklisting for the album via cryptic messages and puzzle videos released via Spotify. In additon to the puzzles, Spotify also released billboards throughout the US that encouraged fans to "Observe this contribution". 

Here is the full listing for "Even In Arcadia":

1. Look To Windward

2. Emergence

3. Past Self

4. Dangerous 

5. Caramel

6. Even In Arcadia

7. Provider 

8. Damocles

9. Gethsemane

10. Infinite Baths

By Leeza Photo Credit: Matei

It's been quite the day for Face Yourself!

The band has not only released their official EP "Martyr", they've also released their latest single "Primal" alongside the music video for the track. The music video was directed by Face Yourself's drummer Eric DiCarlo. 

Face yourself was also announced as an opener for VCTMS and Crystal Lake's co-headlining "Summer Of Rampage Tour", where they will be coming to Indianapolis on July 8th. 

Check out the official music video for "Primal" below:

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Aaron Marsh

Wolves At The Gate have a new single out!

The Christian metalcore band released their third single "LAW OF THE (Waste) LAND" off of their upcoming album "Wasteland".

Vocalist Stephen Cobucci said of the new song:

"The song is a reflection on a world and humanity that has lost its grip on true justice. But this isn’t anything new. History tells endless stories of war, genocide, and injustice and a seemingly endless list of atrocities. There is something terribly broken in us by nature that exalts self-preservation. I’ve seen it firsthand in my own heart. I saw this confirmed to me by the words of an old Psalmist when he said, ‘None is righteous, no, not one; no one understands; no one seeks for God.’ As much as I tried to fight the reality of that truth, an honest look at myself told the same story.

The song explores how we become both victims and enforcers of a merciless code. We cry out for justice but live by vengeance, doing what seems right in our own eyes while blaming the fallout on anything but ourselves. In the Wasteland, we crown ourselves as judge, jury, and executioner, all while crying out for peace we can’t create.

While confronting the chaos, we’ve normalized. We were hoping to ask a deeper question: What is left for the soul, when we abandon mercy and truth in pursuit of self-rule and self-preservation? Can mercy still come to the merciless?”

"Wasteland" will be released on May 30th. 

By Leeza

It seems that A Killer's Confession is having a bit of bad luck on tour

The band's drummer, Kegan King, has officially left the band.

A Killer's Confession released a statement about the sudden line-up change writing:

"ITS BEEN A CRAZY 24 hours. Our van broke down and may not be able to get fixed but the show must go on!!! We have temporary transportation and we are moving forward with the tour! That being said Kegan has decided that he no longer wants to tour with us. He decided to leave on his terms mid tour. Please welcome Daniel Fox on drums for AKC for the rest of the tour and here forward. LETS GO!!!!! AKC IS A MACHINE!! Please welcome Danny!!!!”

Daniel Fox is the ex-percussionist for Mushroomhead, which happens to be the former band of A Killer's Confession vocalist Waylon Reavis. 

From TAG Publicity

On the day they kick off their 2025th Anniversary Tour, FOZZY, rock’s loudest champions of DIY, release a brand new riff-driven sonic sledgehammer: “FALL IN LINE.” Available NOW on all major streaming platforms via Madison Records, the track is a no-holds-barred defiant roar from the front lines of rock ‘n’ roll.

Fueled by razor-sharp guitars, thunderous drums, and Chris Jericho’s signature powerhouse vocals, “FALL IN LINE” is pure fire — a hard-hitting anthem that dares listeners to stand up, speak out, and never Fall in Line.

"FALL IN LINE" is the most exciting and unique song FOZZY has recorded for so many reasons. It has the familiar FOZZY sound that's been our trademark for 25 years, yet sounds nothing like anything we've ever done. We feel its gonna be a MASSIVE addition to our catalog, and are stoked to unleash this tune to the world AND play it live on our tour!" -CHRIS JERICHO

Fozzy "2025th" Anniversary Tour

FOZZY hits the road on a cross country journey to 20 of the nations most epic venues, as the tour is guaranteed to bring electrifying live performances for fans in every city.

Information from Cosa Nostra

Beloved metalcore torchbearers We Came As Romans are back today with a searing new single, “Bad Luck”. The track marks the band’s first release of 2025 and kicks off a bold new chapter following their critically acclaimed 2022 album 'Darkbloom'. Fueled by thunderous grooves, anthemic hooks, and raw reflection, “Bad Luck” is a statement of defiance from a band that’s weathered more than most. 

Speaking on their new single, frontman Dave Stephens shares

“Bad Luck is a song that is so important to each of us. Lyrically, it’s about our journey as a band since the very beginning. We’ve faced so many setbacks and problems behind the scenes, and sometimes it feels like Bad Luck is all we have — but the way that we’ve persevered through all of them to become who we are today is the real story, not the issues along the way.”

“Bad Luck” opens with an eerie, looped vocal sample before exploding into a hammering riff and a soaring chorus. The lyrics lay bare years of struggle, survival, and growth, culminating in another of their signature, arena-ready choruses -  “I spent all my life wondering why the bad luck always comes so easy… All this time, I’ve realized the worse things in life are free.” It’s a fierce reckoning with everything the band has persevered through together and a hard-earned rally cry—one that captures the essence of We Came As Romans’ evolution and unwavering commitment to push forward.

With performances already announced at major US summer festivals including Welcome To Rockville, Inkcarceration, the returning Warped Tour, Louder Than Life and When We Were Young and with plenty more news to come from We Came As Romans, 2025 is shaping up to be another stellar year for a band that have remained a defining force in heavy music for almost two decades. Keep an eye out for more coming very soon.

ABOUT WE CAME AS ROMANS

We Came As Romans continue to progress and evolve at lightspeed, maintaining a place at the forefront of heavy music and culture. Never content to follow, they seamlessly alchemize crushing groove-driven catharsis, spacey electronics, and arena-size singalongs into a sound that refuses to sit still—effortlessly moving between metal, alternative, hardcore, and rock.

The Michigan-born five-piece—Dave Stephens, Joshua Moore, Lou Cotton, Andy Glass, and David Puckett—first broke through with Tracing Back Roots (2013), which cracked the Billboard 200 Top 10 and hit #1 on both the Independent Albums and Top Hard Rock Albums charts. Their self-titled 2015 album followed, debuting at #11 on the Billboard 200, cementing their status as modern metalcore royalty.

Following the tragic loss of original vocalist Kyle Pavone in 2018, the band has continued to honor his legacy with their 2022 album, Darkbloom, their highest-praised record to date. Kerrang! awarded it 4 out of 5 stars, calling it “a carrier for a knot of emotion, and a tribute to their friend.” It featured career-defining tracks like “Black Hole” (ft. Caleb Shomo), now over 102 million Spotify streams, and “Daggers” (ft. Zero 9:36), which surpassed 32 million streams. Media outlets including Loudwire and Consequence praised the album for its emotional range, sonic heft, and unapologetic vulnerability.

“Bad Luck” is the next step in their journey—an anthem born of loss, scars, heart, and unrelenting drive.

Info from Atom Splitter PR

Japanese global rock icons ONE OK ROCK have unveiled the official music video for "C.U.R.I.O.S.I.T.Y." (Feat. Paledusk and CHICO CARLITO).

"C.U.R.I.O.S.I.T.Y." (Feat. Paledusk and CHICO CARLITO)” marks the latest highlight track from ONE OK ROCK's blockbuster 11th studio album, DETOX, available now via Fueled By Ramen. Produced by an array of top studio superstars including GRAMMY® Award-winner 3x Rob Cavallo (Green Day, Linkin Park, My Chemical Romance) and GRAMMY® Award-nominees Dan Lancaster (Bring Me The Horizon, Blink-182) and Pete Nappi (GAYLE, Jonas Brothers), the album made a #1 debut on the Japanese Rock Albums chart earlier this year thanks in part to such hit singles as "Delusion:All," "Dystopia," "+Matter," and "Tropical Therapy," all joined by official music videos now boasting more than 20M cumulative views at the hugely popular ONE OK ROCK YouTube channel.

Currently celebrating their 20th anniversary, ONE OK ROCK are currently in the midst of their epic DETOX World Tour, having just completed the Latin American leg. The tour's North American leg gets underway May 13 at Vancouver, BC's Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre with highlights including an eagerly awaited two-night stand at Los Angeles, CA's historic Greek Theater on May 18-19. Support throughout comes from special guests Stand Atlantic.

This summer will see ONE OK ROCK support their longtime friends Linkin Park at Paris, France's Stade de France (July 11) followed by a return to Japan for their own highly anticipated stadium tour. The DETOX European Tour begins October 6 at Madrid, Spain’s Palacio Vistalegre and includes stops at such iconic venues as Paris, France’s Accor Arena (October 10) and London, UK’s The O2 (October 15). ONE OK ROCK’s biggest shows in Europe and The UK thus far, the 16-city run will feature support from their "C.U.R.I.O.S.I.T.Y." collaborator Paledusk.

By Leeza Photo Credit: James Minchin III

Linkin Park is headlining one of the biggest nights in football!

The band will be headlining the 2025 UEFA Champions League Final Kick Off Show sponsored by Pepsi on May 31st at the Munich Football Arena. 

The band said of the performance:

"With our new album and ongoing tour, we’ve been overwhelmed by the fans’ energy and excitement. We can’t wait to share that same energy and excitement at the UEFA Champions League Final Kick Off Show presented by Pepsi. This marks a totally new experience for us as a band, and we’re excited to share some of our favourite songs from the past and present, with the thousands in the crowd and millions watching around the world."

The band has composed and recorded a song remixing their music with the sounds of the UEFA Champions League, which will be debuted live. 

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Ashley Ann Caven

Buckcherry has released a new single titled, "Come On".

The new song is the second single from the band's upcoming eleventh studio album "Roar Like Thunder"

"Roar Like Thunder" is the follow-up to Buckcherry's 2023 album "Vol. 10", which were both recorded in Nashville at Sienna Studios. 

"Roar Like Thunder" will be released on June 13th. 

📸: Ervin Novak

GRUESOME returns with 'Silent Echoes,' a ferocious Death Metal onslaught, fueled by progressive, razor-sharp musicianship. Out June 6, 2025, via Relapse Records, 'Silent Echoes' marks the band’s first new full-length recording in 7 years!

Today, GRUESOME shares 'Silent Echoes'’ first offering, “A Darkened Window." Watch the official music video (directed by The COIN) on the Relapse YouTube Channel below.

GRUESOME comments on “A Darkened Window”:

“'A Darkened Window' was the perfect song to pair with the visuals of the COIN, who captured the existential despair of lyrics perfectly - a vision of modern existence where every human emotion can be commoditized and therefore must be groomed, filtered, and corrected into something synthetic and horrifying.” 

Celebrating over a decade as the finest purveyors of old-school Death Metal inspired by the legendary Chuck Schuldiner and the many iterations of Death, the new album sees GRUESOME transition away from the no-frills riff-fests heard on their 'Savage Lands' and 'Twisted Prayers' LPs, and shift towards a more musically advanced, nuanced form of extremity. 'Silent Echoes' is the quartet's true “put up or shut up” moment for one simple reason: It was written and recorded in the spirit of DEATH’s 1991 progressive death metal masterpiece, 'Human.'

The prolonged gestation period between GRUESOME albums was the combination of several factors, yet none more significant than the untimely and unexpected passing of Cynic and Human-era Death drummer Sean Reinert in 2020. Reinert, the best friend and mentor of GRUESOME drummer Gus Rios, was originally slated to produce the album. Instead, Rios, alongside vocalist/guitarist Matt Harvey, lead guitarist Daniel Gonzalez, and bassist Robin Mazen, turned 'Silent Echoes' into a tribute to Reinert, whose influence and presence on 'Silent Echoes' is everywhere.

'Silent Echoes' is GRUESOME’s transmutation into the complex, jazz-influenced fields plouwed on 'Human.' As Harvey states, “there’s less winking at the audience on this one,” which is true: The overtly intentional homages found on the band’s previous two albums have been replaced with fluid, agile drum work from Rios, as well as spiraling, multi-faceted guitar riffing from Harvey and Gonzalez, the latter responsible for the album’s prog-infused leads.

Jarrett Pritchard once again handled the production of 'Silent Echoes.' A veteran of two previous GRUESOME studio albums (and dozens of other respected extreme metal acts), Pritchard’s engineering and technical expertise played a crucial role in enabling 'Silent Echoes' to recapture the feel of early 1990s death metal recorded at Tampa’s famed Morrisound Recording. Not only did Pritchard lean on the advice of Death producer Scott Burns, but Rios also used the same snare drum that Reinert did on Cynic’s 'Focus.' 

At a time when the thirst for all things Chuck Schuldiner remains unquenchable, leave it to four accomplished, true, well-intentioned death metal veterans to help continue the man’s legacy.

On Sunday (April 13), Coheed and Cambria were honored with the key to their hometown of Nyack, New York, with mayor Joe Rand declaring it "Coheed and Cambria Day." During the SpringFest Street Fair at Hezekiah Easter Veterans Memorial Park, the band received the key to the village and performed an acoustic set featuring stripped-down renditions of “A Favor House Atlantic,” “Someone Who Can,” “Goodbye, Sunshine,” and “Corner My Confidence.” During his acceptance speech, frontman Claudio Sanchez expressed gratitude to Nyack’s creative community for helping shape his life. “Nyack has brought so many interesting and creative people together,” said Sanchez, calling the place a “beautiful town to grow up in.” Sanchez attended Nyack High School, and the band got their start with regular performances at the Nyack Center's weekly youth event. Sanchez still owns a house in Nyack, and lead guitarist Travis Stever lives in the village full-time with his family, with his wife serving on the board of the Nyack Park Conservancy. 

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Jimmy Fontaine

Halestorm is officially back!

The band has announced their new single "Darkness Always Wins", which will be the first single off the bands upcoming sixth studio album. 

Joe Hottinger, Halestorm's guitaritst, said of the upcoming single:

"We wrote this down in Savannah, GA. It was the first song we wrote for what became the album. It was like a test session… we went down there to see how it was working with Dave Cobb. Wrote and recorded this in two days at his then new studio. It was the beginning of a beautiful relationship that turned into a beautiful album.

Can’t wait for everyone to hear what we’ve been up to.”

"Darkness Always Wins" will be released on April 22nd. 

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Joshua Kim

Courtney LaPlante rocked the Coachella stage alongside Megan Thee Stallion on April 13th

The Spiritbox frontwoman made a surpise appearance during the live performance of "TYG (Test Your Gangsta", taking time out of the band's ongoing North American tour. 

The performance include pyrotechnics and choreography that involved big-foot dancers. 

After the Coachella performance, LaPlante headed back to Pittsburgh for Spiritbox's Philadelphia show on April 14th. 

You can check out the performance below:

By: Leeza Photo Credit: Travis Shinn

Good news for Hollywood Undead fans!

The band has released a remix of their track "Hollywood Forever", bringing on additional vocals from N8NOFACE and Lefty Gunplay.

Hollywood Undead vocalist Dylan "Funny Man" Alvarez oversaw the remix and commented on the features, stating:

"For the first time in Hollywood Undead history we have 3 Mexicans on one track with the homies Lefty Gunplay, N8NOFACE, and myself Big Funny Man who are all holding it down for LA and will continue to do so. Thanks to those legends for helping to show love and gratitude to the Undead fans."

N8NOFACE also commented on the remix, saying:

"Soon as I heard the track and idea I wanted to rock it. Perfect genre killer joint and blends of styles."

Lefty Gunplay stated:

"THIS ONE RIGHT HERE IS FOR THE CULTURE. 2025 JAY Z VS LINKIN PARK!"

You can check out the "Hollywood Forever" remix below:

On Friday (April 11), My Chemical Romance announced that they will celebrate the 21st anniversary of their iconic second album, Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge, with a deluxe reissue that will be released on June 6. The set's four bonus tracks are all from a BBC Radio 1 live session in 2005, including performances of hits like “I’m Not OK (I Promise)” – which the band just shared to promote the upcoming reissue – and “Helena.” The reissue also offers a remixed and remastered version of the album by Grammy-winning producer Rich Costey, along with new album art commissioned by the band. The deluxe version of Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge – which came in at No. 10 on Rolling Stone’s list of the 40 Best Emo Albums of All Time – will be available on CD, digital, and various colored vinyl editions. MCR is gearing up to perform their acclaimed album, The Black Parade, in full during a highly-anticipated summer stadium tour, which kicks off on July 11 in Seattle and finishes on September 13 in Tampa.