Building a Professional Network: Connecting for Success in the Music Industry
As we continue our series on navigating the early days of a music career, this fourth blog post focuses on the critical role of networking. Following our discussions on foundational strategies, setting clear goals, understanding the industry, and developing your...
CHASING WIND Releases Powerful New Single “Abyssal”
CHASING WIND, the Christian Progressive Metalcore band known for their intricate musical style and powerful lyrical themes, is thrilled to announce the release of their latest single, "Abyssal". The track is now available on all major streaming platforms and sets the...
G.I JOE’S COLD SLITHER Unleashes Their New Single “Cold Slither” In A Groundbreaking Partnership Between Hasbro and Reigning Phoenix Music
In an explosive return to the music scene, the iconic yet notorious band COLD SLITHER has released their first single "Cold Slither," off their much-anticipated album. This project marks a groundbreaking fusion of real-world music and fictional narrative, bringing to...
PATCHWORK Releases New Single “Divide” Featuring Dallas Toler-Wade and Ronnie Parmer
PATCHWORK, the Rockford-based metal band known for its fierce and provocative music, today released "Divide," the latest single from their upcoming album Scars. Featuring the distinctive vocals of Dallas Toler-Wade (NARCOTIC WASTELAND, ex-NILE) and the...
GOTTHARD Rev Up The ‘Stereo Crush’ Engines With New Single “Drive My Car”
Sing meinen Song [engl. ‘Sing My Song’]: A hit television show enjoyed by audiences of all ages across German-speaking countries, kicks off its sixth Swiss season today! This show, modelled after the Dutch TV program Beste Zangers, features well-known musicians...
EXTERMINATUS Unleashes Second Single “Cosmic Disturbance” with Captivating Music Video (Feat. members of THE ZENITH PASSAGE & ATAVISTIA)
Pioneers of technical death metal, EXTERMINATUS, are thrilled to announce the release of "Cosmic Disturbance," the lead single off their upcoming album Echoes From A Distant Star Part 1. Accompanied by a visually striking music video, "Cosmic Disturbance" is now...
SUN BELOW Announces Their Latest Single “Mammoth’s Tundra” – A Sonic Journey Through Ancient Frozen Lands
Photo Credit: Alyssa Nicole SUN BELOW, the renowned heavy stoner/doom power trio celebrated for their electrifying Sativa rock, proudly announces the release of their latest single, "Mammoth’s Tundra," available now. This new track marks a significant addition to...
ONSLAUGHT Sign to Reigning Phoenix Music & Announce Career-Inspiring Double-Album Origins Of Aggression
L-R:Nige Rockett (guitars), Wayne Dorman (guitars), Jeff Williams (bass),David Garnett (vocals, guitars), James Perry (drums) Photo credit: Korey Rockett & Karen George Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM) is proud to announce the signing of one of the most influential...
BURIED REALM Releases New Single and Lyric Video for “Futuristic Hollow Nation” Feat. Christopher Amott
BURIED REALM, the boundary-pushing melodic death metal project led by Josh Dummer, proudly unveils their latest single and lyric video, "Futuristic Hollow Nation," from their upcoming album The Dormant Darkness. This new track, featuring Christopher...
Defining Success On Your Own Terms
Are you crafting a career in the music industry that makes you feel personally fulfilled, or are you following generalized advice that may not apply to your unique goals and interests? Social media is inundated with conflicting advice (from both legitimate and...
DANKO JONES Sign To PERCEPTION & Tease New Music
Vocals, guitars, drums, and bass: The basic elements of all things rock is what DANKO JONES, one of Canada’s most successful hard ‘n’ heavy exports, has represented consistently since their foundation in 1996. Constant radio airplay in leading rock countries around...
Thrash Powerhouse OVERT ENEMY Releases New Video For “Bleed Like I Do”
Texas thrash metal warriors OVERT ENEMY have dropped a crushing new video for their latest single, "Bleed Like I Do," a blistering track packed with raw emotion, groove, and pure aggression. The song, which features Texas metal mainstay Marcos Leal (SWIM THE...
LEAVES’ EYES Signs to RPM & Embarks on “Myths Of Fate” European Tour; New EP To Be Released in 2025
L-R:Luc Gebhardt (guitars), Nils Kreul (drums), Elina Siirala (vocals),Alexander Krull (vocals), Dominik Prykiel (bass), Florian Ewert (guitars) Coinciding with their ongoing “Myths Of Fate” European tour, symphonic Viking horde LEAVES’ EYES are pleased to announce...
REIGNING PHOENIX MUSIC Unveils PERCEPTION, A New Label Imprint & Announces First Signing: German Power Metal Titans SERIOUS BLACK
Reigning Phoenix Music proudly introduces PERCEPTION, its latest label imprint. Following the success of ROAR, a sub-label dedicated to emerging talents and artists, PERCEPTION is set to provide a strong foundation for regionally and...
Developing Your Brand: Creating a Unique Identity in the Music Industry
In this latest installment of our blog series, we turn our focus to one of the most crucial aspects of building a successful music career: developing your brand. Following our previous discussions on the foundational strategies in "Navigating the Early Days: Building...
NO DIVINITY Announces New Release Winter Promo
NO DIVINITY, the hardcore, metalcore adjacent outfit known for their intense and aggressive sound, is proud to announce their new release Winter Promo, available now in collaboration with Passing Time Records. Winter Promo features three fast, powerful, and...
INCITE Release Explosive New Single “Just A Rat”
Photo credit Kim Hansen Phoenix-based groovers and thrashers INCITE are making waves with their explosive new stand-alone single, "Just A Rat." This track infuses a fresh burst of energy into the metal scene, distinguishing itself with its unique vibe....
AAWKS Drops New Single “Cursed Soul” from Upcoming Album On Through The Sky Maze
Renowned for their distinctive fusion of heavy psych, stoner, doom, and fuzz rock, AAWKS is excited to announce the release of their latest single "Cursed Soul" from their upcoming album On Through The Sky Maze. Scheduled for full release on May 2nd via Black...
CARMERIA Release New Video For “The Hoping Heart”
CARMERIA is excited to announce the release of their new music video for "The Hoping Heart," a standout track from their 2024 hit album, Tragédie D'amour. The video captures the electric atmosphere of their sold-out hometown show, bringing an intimate live...
Death Metal-Punk Trio GALGEBERG Announces Debut Album Cerberus
Emerging from the historic shadows of Oslo’s Gallows Hill, the death metal-punk power trio GALGEBERG is set to release their explosive debut album Cerberus on March 28, 2025. Named after the infamous execution site turned intersection, GALGEBERG's music...
ENEMY INSIDE Celebrate Venom Album Release With Music Video For Explosive Title Track
“ENEMY INSIDE have done a great job of continuing to expand their sonic palette and“Venom” is poised to bring them up to the next level.”DEADRHETORIC.COM, Katarina McGinn - 9/10 Points “ENEMY INSIDE’s current album really offers something for...
A SCAR FOR THE WICKED Unveil New Guitar Playthrough Video for “Drowned In Gluttony”
Canadian deathcore band, A Scar For The Wicked (ASFTW), have released a new guitar playthrough video for their latest track "Drowned In Gluttony," off their 2024 album, Acolythus. This release follows the album’s success which hit the shelves last November 7th,...
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DIRKSCHNEIDER Balls To The Wall Reloaded Out Now Music Video For “London Leatherboys[feat. Biff Byford of SAXON]” Launched
L-R:Andrey Smirnov (guitars), Udo Dirkschneider (vocals), Sven Dirkschneider (drums),Fabian “Dee” Dammers (guitars), Peter Baltes (bass) Photo credit: Linda Florin 40 years of Balls To The Wall: This milestone anniversary of ACCEPT’s iconic album simply couldn’t...
ARION Release New Album The Light That Burns The Sky & Unveil “Burning In The Skies” music video
“This record provides both new and seasoned metal listenerswith an engaging exploration of the possibilities of contemporary metalthrough its dynamic songwriting and well-executed production.”CHAOSZINE.NET (FI), Benedetta Baldin - 4/5 Points “2025 shows ARION in...