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...
BIND TORTURE KILL Release Performance Video For “Sauvagerie”
Chaotic hardcore trio BIND TORTURE KILLhave unleashed a performance video for the title track from their recently released album Sauvagerie.Available now on all major platforms, Sauvagerie is a nine-track onslaught of raw aggression and visceral...
SEVEN KINGDOMS Release Video For “The Serpent And The Lotus”
Photo credit Camden Cruz Hot on the heels of their successful North American headliner tour, Florida power metal titans SEVEN KINGDOMS are excited to announce that they will be playing the prestigious 70,000 Tons Of Metal Cruise. The cruise starts tomorrow and further...
AAWKS Drops New Single “Lost Dwellers” from Upcoming Album On Through The Sky Maze
AAWKS, the Canadian heavy psychedelic rock powerhouses, are thrilled to unveil "Lost Dwellers," the first single from their highly anticipated album On Through The Sky Maze, set for release on March 21, 2025. Available now, the track offers fans a tantalizing...
DECAPITATED Unleashes Double Video Release Ahead of North American ‘Nihility Tour’
In a thrilling announcement sure to excite fans across North America, legendary death metal titans DECAPITATED have just released two new performance videos, setting the stage for their upcoming 'Nihility Tour'. The videos, featuring the...
WARHOG Unleashes New Single “Unleash The Beast” Alongside A Captivating Lyric Video
North Texas metal sensation WARHOG is set to dominate the airwaves once again with the release of their powerful new single, "Unleash The Beast." This track, accompanied by a compelling lyric video, is now available on all major streaming platforms. The band...
Music Videos: Tips For Planning Your Shoot
Music Videos are a key addition to your music. Not only do they allow you to showcase your music alongside interesting visual narratives or bring to life a band performance, music videos are great visual content that can be edited and repurposed for use across...
LORDI Take Fans On A Nostalgic Trip With Lyric Video For New Single “Retropolis”
Finnish hard rock / metal monster squad LORDI increase the vehement desire for their forthcoming Limited Deadition with a second single today. Titled "Retropolis," the band take fans on a trip back to the 80s both musically and lyrically....
The Show Must Go On: Promoting Your Music Without TikTok
The looming ban on TikTok has left many bands scrambling to adjust their digital strategy. However, the digital landscape is vast, and there are numerous effective avenues for music promotion. Here's how bands can utilize other platforms and strategies to ensure their...