UADA have shared a new cover of Rome’s “Der Brandtaucher.” This track is from the band’s new acoustic album, “Interwoven,” which will be released on April 10. The group commented:
“Originally composed by Jerome Reuter and Patrick Damiani, this rendition was the final track chosen for ‘Interwoven‘. Having followed Rome since 2008’s ‘Masse Mensch Material‘, ‘Der Brandtaucher‘ held deep personal resonance, especially during the most difficult chapter of my life. Its inclusion was not simply artistic – it was necessary.”
Sabaton have partnered with the video game “World Of Warships” for a new song titled “Yamato.” You can find a video for that track below:
The follwing was said in a press release:
“This song notably marks the second ‘World of Warships’ collaboration between the band and developer Wargaming following the mega-popular ‘Bismarck.’ For the first time, a Sabaton-branded Yamato is also available in World of Warships in addition to dialogue by vocalist Joakim Brodén and bassist Pär Sundström. Along with different bespoke items in game, Joakim Brodén can take the helm of the ship while the standard battle soundtrack replaced by ‘Yamato’ or ‘Bismarck,’ transforming every engagement into an epic metal experience.
As history will tell you, ‘Yamato’ was the name of a massive Japanese battleship constructed in-secret and unveiled during 1941 as the most dominant vessel of its kind. Designed to win at naval warfare, it represented the ultimate floating symbol of strength. In 1945, it famously hit the high seas on a suicide mission to defend Okinawa. Despite ceaseless fire from aircraft above and an opposing fleet of a far greater number on the water, the ‘Yamato’ and its crew never gave up. Instead, they literally battled until the bitter end when a huge explosion rendered a deathblow to the ship. It sank in a blaze of glory…
As part of the alliance with ‘World of Warships’ and Wargaming, the band filmed the accompanying music video in Belgrade, Serbia last October. Quite fittingly, it depicts Sabaton aboard the titular ship during its last stand, descending into the unforgiving ocean as the band hangs on for dear life. Waves consume the deck, but each member keeps playing his instrument even as the chaos swallows the guys up one-by-one.
Testing their mettle in real-life, the musicians faced brutally frigid temperatures, weathering a continuous blast of ice-cold water for the duration of the shoot. The band remained submerged in freezing waters with the help of ventilators. Pushing it to the max, the guys even wore weights beneath their stage clothes to truly evoke the sensation of sinking. Maintaining the highest level of safety protocol, professional divers assisted Sabaton throughout.”
Vocalist Joakim Brodén commented:
“Battleships are interesting and naval stories have, from time to time, been part of the Sabaton lore. ‘Bismarck’ was an exciting story for us to share and a fan favourite, and ‘Yamato’ is sort of a follow-up to that song. Our former guitarist, Tommy, wrote this song while he was still in the band. We only ‘Thobbefied’ it after guitar duties were returned to Thobbe!”
Bassist Pär Sundström added:
“‘Bismarck’ was such an exciting song but it was never part of an album, and it felt that it was missing something. We always wanted to follow up on that story. Over the years, countless fans have asked us to write a song about ‘Yamato,’ and we knew that that would be a natural continuation of what we started with ‘Bismarck.’ We knew we wanted this song to have a totally different sound, and when Tommy was writing the music for this, we felt we had the appropriate, powerful song for this story. Once again, we are collaborating with ‘World of Warships,’ and since our worlds are so close, it just feels so natural to continue this great partnership. Together, we once again created a legendary music video!”
Moodring have premiered a new video for their new song “Gunplay (Suicidal 3way).” This track is from the band’s new album, “Death Fetish,” which will be released on March 27. Hunter Young commented:
“This one means a lot to me and is one of my favorites on the record, but I’m ever aware that what I enjoy and what others do are very different things. With the album being all but banned everywhere because of two simple words, it feels like vindication.”
Ghost have released chapter 25 of their ongoing web series. The latest clip is titled “The Portrait” and it finds Frater Imperator (formerly Papa Emeritus IV) receiving a new painting and office before heading out for a vacation. However, it seemingly ends with him getting hit by a truck. You can check that out below. This news comes as frontman Tobias Forge is preparing to put the band on break.
More bands have been added to the Orlando, Florida stop of this year’s Vans Warped Tour. As previously reported, that event will take place at the Camping World Stadium Campus on November 14-15.
Lineup:
3OH!3
Alexisonfire
Allison
Anthony Green & The Boom Done Band
Arm’s Length
Atmosphere
Bad Cop/Bad Cop
Bayside
Beauty School Dropout
Ben Quad
Big Ass Truck I.E.
Boston Manor
Bowling For Soup
Brayton
Breathe Caroline
Broadside
Bryce Vine
Capstan
Carolesdaughter
Cartel
Citizen
Clique
Codefendants
Counterparts
Daisy Grenade
Dance Gavin Dance
DeathbyRomy
División Minúscula
Doobie
DRAIN
Drop Dead, Gorgeous
Dropkick Murphys
Dying Wish
Elijah
Emery
Emmure
Family Force 5
Fieldhockey
Fireworks
Fit For A King
Flogging Molly
Fox Lake
Free Throw
From First To Last
Games We Play
GANG!
Garbagebarbie
Gideon
Girlfriends
Glassjaw
Good Terms
Grandson
Hawthorne Heights
Haywire
Holy Wars
Holywatr
Honey Revenge
Hoobastank
Hot Chelle Rae
Hot Milk
Hot Mulligan
I Set My Friends On Fire
Iann Dior
Initiate
Insane Clown Posse
Jimmy Eat World
John Harvie
Just Surrender
Jutes
Kennyhoopla
Lakeview
Losers Club
Madball
Makari
Marianas Trench
Maybesomeday
Maylene And The Sons Of Disaster
Millington
Motion City Soundtrack
MxPx
New Found Glory
Niis
Norma Jean
Origami Angel
Oxymorrons
Pain Of Truth
People R Ugly
Phantom Planet
Rain City Drive
Raue
Rosecoloredworld
sace6
Saint Blonde
Save Ferris
Scarlet House
Scary Kids Scaring Kids
Senses
Set It Off
Set Your Goals
Silly Goose
Silverstein
Simple Plan
Sitting On Saturn
Slay Squad
Sleeping With Sirens
South Arcade
Stand Atlantic
Suicide Silence
Sunami
Super Sometimes
Taking Back Sunday
Teen Jesus And The Jean Teasers
Teen Mortgage
The Cab
The Early November
The Paradox
The Starting Line
The Summer Set
The Used
The Wrecks
Third Eye Blind
Thousand Below
Thrice
Tillie
Trxvis
Upon A Burning Body
Vana
Vienna Vienna
WesGhost
Wolves Of Glendale
BIG ASS TRUCK I.E. have premiered a new video for their new song “Pushed Beyond The Brink.” You can check that out below. The band commented:
“We’re super stoked for this track! This idea had been in the tank for a while and we were all very excited to finally bring it to fruition. The KILLDOZER is a legendary vehicle/event and I’d like to think we did it justice in showing how maniacal that whole situation was/is. We’re hoping this track can resonate with anyone else who feels life is just punching down on you everyday.”
Corrosion Of Conformity have officially recruited Nick Shabatura as their new drummer. The musician will serve as a replacement for Stanton Moore, who was previously filling the void left by the late Reed Mullin.
Godsmack have announced a new live film/album titled “Live At Mohegan Sun.” The group recorded the effort during their October 26, 2024 show at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut and it will be available on May 1 as a Blu-ray/CD set and a 2LP vinyl set. Notably, that concert was the band’s final show with guitarist Tony Rombola and drummer Shannon Larkin. Footage of “When Legends Rise” from the performance can be found below:
“Live At Mohegan Sun” Track Listing:
01. “Surrender”
02. “You And I”
03. “When Legends Rise”
04. “1000hp”
05. “Cryin’ Like A Bitch!!”
06. “Speak”
07. “Straight Out Of Line”
08. “Awake”
09. “Keep Away”
10. “Voodoo”
11. “Battle Of The Drums”
12. “Whatever”
13. “Under Your Scars”
14. “Bulletproof”
15. “I Stand Alone”
Frontman Sully Erna commented:
“In February of 1995 something incredible happened to me that changed my life forever. It was the birth of Godsmack. Thirty years later, on October 26, 2024, another major pivotal moment in my life happened and will once again change my life forever.
Fans, Friends and Family around the world, I could not be more proud or excited to share with all of you the most incredible, piece of work this band has ever been able to capture on film.
This new live concert that we are releasing on Blu-ray, CD and Vinyl is everything you could ever ask for as a fan of our music, our journey through our career, and our individual personalities.
Words are simply not enough to translate to you how epic and important this show is. It’s exciting, it’s powerful, and it’s incredibly emotional being the last time you will ever see all 4 original members doing what we do best onstage together, in a sold out venue at Mohegan Sun Arena. So soak it all in, even the bonus features. I even encourage you to watch the bonus features first. It’s hard for me to not tear up every time I have watched this.
So don’t miss this opportunity to own a piece of rock n roll history. Because since the honorable departure of Shannon and Tony, this really is the final curtain call for the Godsmack you have known and loved, for over 30 years.
Thank you ALL for your loyalty, love, and support. Without you, this incredibly special concert could not have been captured. And all though this may end a very important chapter in our lives, fret not, as a new one opens, because the best is still yet to come!
With Love & Respect,
Sully Erna, Tony Rombola, Shannon Larkin and Robbie Merrill”
Elegant Weapons (Judas Priest, Rainbow, etc.) have signed a new deal with Exciter Records. The band’s new album, “Evolution,” will be released through the label on April 24. A lyric video for the effort’s first single, “Bridges Burn,” can be found below:
“Evolution” Track Listing:
01. “Evil Eyes”
02. “Generation Me”
03. “Bridges Burn”
04. “Holy Roller”
05. “Come Back To Me”
06. “The Devil Calls”
07. “Thrown To The Wolves”
08. “Shooting Shadows”
09. “Rupture”
10. “Mercy Of The Fallen”
11. “Keeper Of The Keys”
Guitarist Richie Faulkner commented:
“This record represents growth in every sense. When the four of us come together, we sound like Elegant Weapons. We’ve spent time on the road, we’ve developed a chemistry, and you can hear that evolution in the performances. I’m proud of what we’ve built, and I’m excited to begin this next chapter with Exciter Records.”
Exciter Records founder Michael Closter added:
“Richie Faulkner is not only one of the most respected guitarists as a member of Judas Priest, but he is also a leader in forming and developing Elegant Weapons. Signing Elegant Weapons is a natural step for Exciter Records as we continue to honor metal’s heritage while investing in its future.”
The Pretty Reckless have premiered a new song titled “When I Wake Up.” This track is from the band’s new album, “Dear God,” which will be released on June 26. Singer Taylor Momsen commented:
“‘When I Wake Up’ is the story of a dream becoming a nightmare. When a life of excess leads you on a rollercoaster that is doomed to crash but you just can’t see it. It’s a good time…”
In other news, the band have also announced a headlining world tour. Here’s the dates:
07/10 Raleigh, NC – The Ritz
07/17 Chicago, IL – Riviera Theatre
07/21 Kansas City, MO – The Midland Theatre
07/23 Austin, TX – ACL Live at The Moody Theater
07/25 Dallas, TX – House of Blues
07/31 Los Angeles, CA – The Wiltern
08/02 Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren
08/07 Portland, OR – McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
08/11 Calgary, AB, CA – The Palace Theatre
08/15 Seattle, WA – Moore Theatre
08/28 Birmingham, AL – Avondale Brewing Company
08/29 New Orleans, LA – House of Blues
09/03 Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium
09/09 Indianapolis, IN – Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
09/10 Cleveland, OH – House of Blues
09/22 Hampton, NH – Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom
09/24 Boston, MA – Citizens House of Blues
09/26 Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore
11/09 Madrid, ES – La Riviera
11/10 Barcelona, ES – Razzmatazz
11/14 Milan, IT – Fabrique
11/16 Prague, CZ – Forum Karlín
11/18 Berlin, DE – Huxleys Neue Welt
11/21 Cologne, DE – Carlswerk Victoria
11/23 Amsterdam, NL – AFAS Live
11/24 Paris, FR – Zénith
11/26 Bristol, UK – The Prospect Building
11/27 Wolverhampton, UK – Civic Hall
11/29 Manchester, UK – O2 Victoria Warehouse
12/01 London, UK – O2 Academy Brixton
12/03 Glasgow, UK – Barrowland
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