4 Factors That Modern Labels Evaluate
In 2025, many artists still want to attract the attention of prominent record labels. Record labels can be valuable partners, and can provide opportunities, connections, and assets that would be out of reach without their assistance. However, the majority of labels...
Rhüne Mountain Festival Announces Next Wave Of Bands
With only a few short months to go until launch, Rhüne Mountain Festival has today unveiled the next wave of bands confirmed to play the festival. In addition to the already-announced artists, today the festival confirms that R.I.P., DOOMBOYZ, GOZU, IAN BLURTON'S...
LOW BEFORE THE BREEZE Unveils Emotional New Single “Night Wept”
Rising from the vibrant Atlanta music scene, LOW BEFORE THE BREEZE is excited to announce the release of their emotionally charged new single, "Night Wept." This track is a deep dive into the tempestuous personal experiences of frontman Andrew Spann, featuring an...
EX DEO Release “Otho” Lyric Video. Vinyl Edition Of Year Of The Four Emperors Is Out Now
There’s no band that bridges the gap between ancient history and metal quite as much as Ex Deo. I think it’s not a very contentious opinion to say that the side project of Kataklysm’s frontman Maurizio Iacono has musically surpassed the main...
BRAINSTORM Give Another Lesson In History With Bengal-Inspired Single & Music Video “The Shepherd Girl (Gitagovinda)”
BRAINSTORM, Southern Germany’s well-established metal powerhouse, will not only kick-off a European run with their label mates ARION in less than two weeks, but also unleash their long-awaited new album Plague Of Rats on February 28, 2025 via RPM. Like first single...
ARION Invite Fans To Their “Blasphemous Paradise” With Latest Single
The fourth studio album of Finnish melodic metal highflyers ARION, “The Light That Burns The Sky,” will finally hit the shelves on February 28, 2025 through RPM (Finland: Ranka Kustannus; Japan: Avalon Label / Marquee Inc.). Following the enormously warm welcome of...
LORDI Unveil Horror Movie-Like Single & Music Video “Hellizabeth”
Iconic Finnish hard rock monster squad LORDI live up to their name and present a frightening music video for their latest single "Hellizabeth" today. The track can also be found on LORDI’s upcoming 19th studio album Limited Deadition, which will be released on March...
Embracing a Holistic Approach to PR for Music Promotion
In today’s rapidly evolving music industry, traditional PR strategies often fall short of delivering the impact artists and labels desire. While traditional PR still plays a vital role in building credibility and professional visibility, a holistic approach to PR can...
Understanding the Industry: Key Roles and Resources
As we continue to explore navigating the early days of a music career, this third installment in our series delves deeper into the music industry's structure and the pivotal roles that influence an artist's journey. Building on the foundation set in "Navigating the...
TUMBLE Unleashes First Single “Wings of Gold” From Upcoming EP Lost in Light
Photo credit Kelly Shee Rising hard rock power trio TUMBLE has released their first single, "Wings of Gold," from their upcoming debut EP, Lost in Light, set to drop on May 2, 2025, via Echodelick Records (US) and Stickman Records (EU). A high-energy, riff-driven...
BURIED REALM Announces New Single “Jaws of the Abyss” Featuring Christian Älvestam
As anticipation builds for the upcoming release of their latest album, The Dormant Darkness, set to debut on April 4, 2025, BURIED REALM is thrilled to unveil their latest single, "Jaws of the Abyss," featuring the exceptional talents of Christian Älvestam. This...
PATCHWORK Ignites the Airwaves with New Single “Skies in Flames” Featuring Michael Gilbert of FLOTSAM AND JETSAM
Today marks the release of "Skies in Flames," the explosive new single from Rockford's own metal mavens, PATCHWORK. Available on all major streaming platforms, this track is the latest offering from their forthcoming album, Scars, set to drop this May. Featuring...
ATOLL Announces 2025 Tour: The Southern Sacrifice Tour
Extreme metal titans ATOLL are set to obliterate the South this April with their Southern Sacrifice Tour 2025, bringing their signature blend of slamming death metal, groove, and grindcore to a city near you. Touring in support of their latest album, Inhuman...
DERISION CULT Unleashes New Single “Joker’s Wild” (Kings Are Dead) Ahead of Mercenary Notes Pt 2
DERISION CULT returns with the explosive new single "Joker’s Wild" (Kings Are Dead), a genre-defying track that fuses Chicago blues call-and-response with massive industrial metal beats. Featuring guest performances from Chicago cowpunk legend Pete Berwick and...
EXILED HOPE Releases Lyric Video For “The Summoning”. Pre-Orders for Apocrypha are Available Now!
EXILED HOPE, the solo project of multi-instrumentalist Sofia Frasz, has unleashed a lyric video for her track "The Summoning", a haunting track that mixes haunting gothic melodies with black metal. The song is taken from her highly anticipated upcoming...
Post. Festival 2025 Announces Full Line-Up
Post.Festival has unveild the final wave of bands joining this year’s already stacked lineup. The latest additions include the explosive A PLACE TO BURY STRANGERS, the crushing heaviness of PELICAN and PRIMITIVE MAN, and the return of WE LOST THE SEA for a second set....
MESHUGGAH Announce Immutable – The Indelible Edition, Unveils Music Video for “Ligature Marks”
Swedish progressive metal pioneers MESHUGGAH are thrilled to announce the release of their new music video for "Ligature Marks".The video has debuted as part of the celebration around the reissue of their critically acclaimed album Immutable, which is...
DAYS OF JUPITER Celebrate Release Of Fifth Studio AlbumThe World Was Never Enough With Title Track Video
“...this will be one of the best and most accomplished albums you’ll hear this year.”EVER-METAL.COM, Beth Morait - 10/10 (!) Points “...the Swedish hard rock/heavy metal lords are back with an excellent full-length!”METAL-TEMPLE.COM, “Metal Mark” Garcia - 10/10 (!)...
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DIRKSCHNEIDER Launch Emotionally Charged Single “Winter Dreams [feat. Doro Pesch]” Alongside Snowy Music Video
DIRKSCHNEIDER are gearing up for the release of their eagerly anticipated album Balls To The Wall Reloaded, scheduled for release on February 28, 2025 through RPM. Alongside this, they are excited to showcase "Winter Dreams," the second single from their anniversary...
Rhüne Mountain Festival Announces Next Four Bands
Please note: The ticket link has been corrected.Ontario's premiere doom/stoner rock gathering Rhüne Mountain Festival are pleased to announce ECSTATIC VISION, ACID MAMMOTH, THE DEATH WHEELERS and SONS OF OTIS are confirmed to play the festival.Set to...
A Brighter Light – A Benefit Compilation For Los Angeles Is Out Now
Plague Rages, the newsletter of former Stereogum Black Market writer and Invisible Oranges editor Ian Chainey, has released a benefit compilation for Los Angeles wildfire relief titled A Brighter Light. The nine-track collection spans artists...
CARMERIA To Release New Acoustic EP, “Lost In The Snow” Out Now
Hauntingly atmospheric band CARMERIA has dropped a new track “Lost In The Snow”. This song is a heartfelt anthem of support and resilience, where the narrator promises to guide a lost soul through darkness and hardship, offering light and comfort in times of...
HELLOWEEN Kick-Off Promising Year With “Future World” Video from Live At Budokan
Photo credit: Masayuki Noda One simply couldn't find better words to describe what 2025 has in store for HELLOWEEN. While the German metal legends are finishing the highly anticipated follow-up to their self-titled no. 1 album, they have launched yet another...
Setting Clear Goals: The First Step in Launching Your Music Career
Embarking on a music career is an exciting endeavor, but it can also be filled with uncertainty. One of the most effective ways to navigate this journey is by setting clear and specific goals early on. In a previous blog post, "Navigating the Early Days: Building a...