Creeping Death have officially signed with BLKIIBLK. This news comes as the band have been working on a new album this year.
Vocalist Reese Alavi commented:
“We’re beyond stoked to join forces with BLKIIBLK. It took very little time to see how hard the label’s camp works for their artists & it couldn’t have come at a better time. We’ve been working hard on LP3 all year, and we can guarantee you – it’s the most Creeping Death record to date. We can’t wait to see what the future holds being a part of the BLKIIBLK team.”
Mike Gitter, global head of A&R for Frontiers Label Group/BLKIIBLK, added:
“BLKIIBLK is proud to be working with the legends of Texan death metal, Creeping Death. They were a band that signaled a shift in the metal landscape as they toured tirelessly alongside the likes of Power Trip, Carcass, and the list goes on. They’ve got the riffs, the heaviness, and a work ethic that’s second to none.”
Emma Ruth Rundle will be releasing a new album, titled “These Killing Times,” on September 18. The effort finds her collaborating with a number of artists including: Jess Gowrie (Chelsea Wolfe, Mrs. Piss), Troy Zeigler, Patrick Shiroishi, Nick Reinhart (Tera Melos), Gina Gleason (Baroness), Marissa Nadler, Lukas Frank (Storefront Church), and Amelia Baker (Cinder Well). An official video for the record’s lead single, “Powerless,” can found below:
Rundle commented on the new song:
“This song was initially titled ‘Noam Chomsky is Dead to Me’ – as his relationship to Epstein and the billionaire class was being exposed – just another massively disappointing headline in a time where we are incessantly confronted with an onslaught of news and headlines which are endlessly demoralizing and dehumanizing.
This song – like most of the songs on ‘These Killing Times’ – is a reaction to the horrors we are seeing laid bare on a daily basis – the clear and painful reality of the myriad injustices levied upon the working class people of earth – from climate collapse to genocide to the miscarriage of justice on a scale- the likes of which we have not seen in our lifetimes- the collapse of empire, the demise of democracy, the erosion of women’s rights and LGBTQIA+ rights and black rights, the attempt to dehumanize immigrants and people of color, the concentration camps in the USA – the list is so long I don’t think I can accurately cover it all here. With ‘Powerless’ – I invoke the hammer; both to destroy and to build – something better. I want people to know they are not alone – they are not insane – I wanted to name the thing that has been causing me so much mental, emotional and spiritual anguish. Sometimes singing – especially repeating phases – can work to fortify one’s self and I think that’s where the bridge of ‘Powerless’ comes in – I refuse to let my agency and resolve become corrupted or diluted by the powers that be and I want others to feel empowered too.”
10/10 Chattanooga, TN – The Signal
10/11 Ponte Vedra Beach, FL – Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
10/12 Athens, GA – 40 Watt Club
10/13 Charleston, SC – Charleston Music Hall
10/14 Charlotte, NC – Neighborhood Theatre
10/15 Norfolk, VA – The NorVa
10/16 Harrisburg, PA – XL Live
10/17 Asbury Park, NJ – The Stone Pony
10/18 Norwalk, CT – District Music Hall
10/19 Portsmouth, NH – 3S Artspace
10/20 South Burlington, VT – Higher Ground
10/21 Albany, NY – Empire Live
10/22 Buffalo, NY – Electric City
10/23 McKees Rocks, PA – Roxian Theatre
10/24 Indianapolis, IN – HI-FI Annex
10/25 Grand Rapids, MI – The Intersection
10/26 Milwaukee, WI – Turner Hall Ballroom
10/27 Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue
10/28 Des Moines, IA – Wooly’s
10/29 Bloomington, IL – The Castle Theatre
10/30 Cincinnati, OH – Bogart’s
Darkest Hour have officially finished the recording process for their upcoming album. Guitarist Mike Schleibaum said the following about that:
“We did it! We’ve completed the tracking of our 11th studio album! Thank you so much to producer Mark Lewis who lent us his talent, patience, and guidance as we crafted what we feel like is one of our best records yet! Can’t wait for you all to jam this! Thank you so much to everyone at MNRK Heavy Records for believing in us and supporting this band once again on this release. Mark is now gonna mix and then we are all gonna pit! New music on the way soon… album 11 is alive!”
Evergrey have premiered a lyric video for their new song “A Burning Flame.” The track, which features Mikael Stanne (Dark Tranquillity, The Halo Effect), is from the band’s new album, “Architects Of A New Weave,” which will be released on June 5.
Frontman Tom S. Englund commented:
“We’re truly excited to release our new single, ‘A Burning Flame,’ featuring our friend and respected colleague Mikael Stanne. It’s an absolute honor to have him lend his voice to an Evergrey song. For us, this is the heart and soul of being a musician—building meaningful connections that reach new hearts through music. Every guest we’ve welcomed over the years has expanded our universe in the most beautiful ways, opening the door to new listeners and deepening the journey we all share. It’s a privilege we never take lightly. ‘A Burning Flame’ is a powerful, catchy duet shaped by genuine mutual inspiration. Mikael and I let each other’s melodies guide the next lines, allowing the song to grow into a seamless, ever-flowing river of emotion. To me, it feels like a dark yet profoundly beautiful conversation—raw, honest, and full of life.”
Arise From Worms, who feature Sonny Lombardozzi (ex-Incantation), Steve Tucker (Morbid Angel), Flo Mounier (Cryptopsy), and Derek Sherinian (ex-Dream Theater), have premiered a new song titled “Forgotten Kings.” This track is from the band’s new album, “A Bleeding Tree Hanging Self Destruction,” which will be released July 10.
“A Bleeding Tree Hanging Self Destruction” Track Listing:
01. “Forgotten Kings”
02. “Power Obsessed”
03. “Raize Demons Breath”
04. “Psionic Being”
05. “Nine Walls”
06. “Laolongtou”
07. “Axes Of The Viovode 1”
08. “Axes Of The Viovode 2”
09. “Persepolis” (available on physical release only)
Composer Bear McCreary (“God Of War”, etc.) has premiered a new song titled “Cool Kids.” You can check that out below. The track, which features Duff McKagan (Guns N’ Roses), Slash (Guns N’ Roses), Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), and Brendan McCreary, will appear on McCreary’s new album, “The Singularity: Ekleipsis,” which will be released on July 31. He said the following about the single:
“‘Cool Kids’ was born when [bassist] Duff McKagan sent me a voice memo of a riff he was messing around with. My ears perked up instantly — his riff was undeniable! So Duff and I went into the studio the next week along with my brother, vocalist Brendan McCreary, and [drummer] Chad Smith from Red Hot Chili Peppers and wrote the song together. We went in with Duff’s initial riff and our enthusiasm, and walked out with ‘Cool Kids.’ When Slash got back into town, he added his signature screaming guitar parts, and there it was. ‘Cool Kids’ is a song about all of us being proudly who we are, but I wouldn’t blame anybody for assuming the title was inspired by the fact that Brendan and I got to create this song with the coolest kids in rock and roll.”
Wednesday 13 and The Birthday Massacre have announced a co-headlining European tour. Killus will open. Here’s the dates:
11/23 Prague, CZE – Futurum
11/24 Leipzig, GER – Conne Island (no The Birthday Massacre)
11/25 Cologne, GER – Volta
11/26 Liege, BEL – Reflektor
11/28 Paris, FRA – Chavaux
11/29 Rotterdam, NET – Baroeg
11/30 Bochum, GER – Matrix (no The Birthday Massacre)
12/01 Hamburg, GER – Knust (no The Birthday Massacre)
12/02 Berlin, GER – Lido (no The Birthday Massacre)
12/04 Dresden, GER – Beatpol
12/05 Budapest, HUN – Durer
12/07 Zurich, SWI – Dynamo Saal
12/08 Munich, GER – Backstage
12/09 Mannheim, GER – MS Connexion
Weezer have premiered a new video for their new song “We Might As Well Be Strangers.” The track, which features Karly Hartzman (Wednesday), is from the band’s new self-titled album (aka the “Gold Album”), which will be released on August 21.
“Weezer” (aka “Gold Album”) Track Listing:
01. “Say Yes”
02. “Shine Again”
03. “Don’t Make It Weird”
04. “We Might As Well Be Strangers” (feat. Karly Hartzman of Wednesday)
05. “C.E.O.”
06. “Hoops”
07. “Nowhere”
08. “The Show Must Go On”
09. “Up In The Clouds”
10. “The LA Sound”
KISS have announced an official band-branded tarot deck and guidebook. The set will be available on September 29 and can be pre-ordered HERE.
Here’s a description:
“UNLEASH YOUR INNER DEMON OR ROCK STAR!
No matter where you’re playing on the tour of life—front row, backstage, or outside the venue—your choices matter. Tarot sets the chaos of possibilities to hard-hitting beats and kick-ass chords. Plug into your best options with these cards, which will help you create your own setlist for living. The World Tour (major arcana) covers long-term concerns or issues. The Club Shows (minor arcana in four suits: Demons, Cats, Space, Stars) focus on day-to-day situations or subjects. All 78 cards come with stunning, custom illustrations that celebrate the hottest band in the land. The 128-page guidebook gives the basic meanings of each card, like liner notes, and offers comprehensive interpretations. Pull one card for guidance on a simple question or lay a spread to investigate whether the music of the spheres is playing offkey for you and what to do about it. If the platform boot fits, use it. If not, kick it out of your way and press play on the next song. The only wrong way to read your cards is to tune out your own instincts. So trust your gut—and rock ’n’ roll!
A MUST-HAVE FOR FANS: Featuring original illustrations of The Demon, The Starchild, The Spaceman, The Catman, this deck matches characters from the band’s history with tarot archetypes, marking a fresh interpretation of a traditional tarot deck.
COMPLETE TAROT EXPERIENCE: This deluxe set of 78 cards consists of both major and minor arcana, perfect for anyone beginning their tarot practice, as well as for experienced practitioners.
BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: Each card features full-color illustrations of the KISS lineup and scenes from their storied discography.
DETAILED GUIDEBOOK: Includes a 128-page guidebook with explanations of each card’s meaning and sample spreads for easy readings
OFFICIALLY LICENSED: This is the first and only official KISS tarot card deck.
GREAT GIFT: Packaged in a sturdy and decorative gift box, this tarot deck is perfect for KISS fans and tarot practitioners alike.”
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