• We had a chance to catch Girl Tones opening for Dexter and the Moonrocks  at the Cornerstone in Berkeley, and we were especially excited to see them in such a small, intimate venue. Knowing they’re on a serious upward rise, it felt like one of those “right place, right time” moments. The two-girl group immediately brings to mind that raw, [Read More]
  • After a one-month tour through the US in November/December 2025, Swedish melodic death-metal band Avatar recently announced further US tour dates for 2026, starting April 16th in Sacramento, CA, and ending May 20th in Hampton Beach, NH. They will be joined by Fleshgod Apocalypse and Frozen Soul. But first off, Avatar will be playing European stages again, starting next week, [Read More]
  • Motionless In White shared their latest single, “Afraid Of The Dark” about two hours ago. Already 33.000 views and more than 24.000 “thumbs up”, the numbers are growing fast. According to press releases, the song marks the beginning of a new era for the band. Chris Motionless (singer) on the song: “20 years ago, I stepped into a tour van [Read More]
  • After recently discovering Jody Glenham and instantly connecting with her new song Overtime, I knew I wanted to dig a little deeper. That track hit me in such an immediate, emotional way that it felt only right to learn more about the person behind the music. Following our recent coverage of Overtime and the excitement surrounding her upcoming EP Still Here, we had [Read More]
  • Today, Roman Candle share a new song that hits hard and refuses to let go. “Can We Watch Something Happy?” arrives with an accompanying music video, delivering a fierce, high-energy surge that immediately demands your attention. Written from the perspective of vocalist Piper Ferrari’s childhood self, the song channels a storm of intrusive thoughts, compulsive prayer, and the crushing guilt [Read More]

Videos to Watch

Metalcore

Motionless In White share new song “Afraid Of The Dark”

January 28, 2026

Motionless In White shared their latest single, “Afraid Of The Dark” about two hours ago. Already 33.000 views and more than 24.000 “thumbs up”, the numbers are growing fast. According to press releases, the song marks the beginning of a new era for the band. Chris Motionless (singer) on the song: “20 years ago, I stepped into a tour van with my best friends, having no idea what was next every mile we drove down the road. Funny enough, we broke down two hours later in the AM hours in a snowstorm. We had to sleep on the floor of a rest stop on the side of the Interstate and wait what felt like forever for a tow truck. We were forced to cancel the first few shows of our first tour ever, and to figure out how to scrape up every cent we could to try and get the van fixed and get back on the road. Nothing was ever going to stop us. There was never a doubt that we would find a [Read More]

Metal

Anthea Unveil New Single “Phantom in the Masquerade”

January 16, 2026

Los Angeles symphonic metal outfit Anthea have unveiled their powerful new single “Phantom in the Masquerade,” officially out now via Rockshots Records and on all digital platforms. The track is the first glimpse into the band’s forthcoming third full-length album, Beyond The Dawn, and signals the beginning of Anthea’s most ambitious and theatrical era yet. “Phantom in the Masquerade” dives deep into the emotional weight of feeling unseen while surrounded by others. That sense of isolation is translated into a dramatic and immersive soundscape, pairing haunting atmosphere with a strong melodic core.  The track pulls you into a darker, more introspective space, one that feels designed for late-night listening rather than casual background play.  It balances vulnerability and intensity and still sets the emotional tone for what lies ahead. “‘Phantom in the Masquerade’ is one of the most theatrical songs we’ve written. We wanted it to feel both catchy and haunting, with lyrics that capture the experience of being surrounded by people yet completely unseen. It sets the stage for the dramatic direction we’ve been [Read More]

New Music

NEW MUSIC/VIDEO: Black Veil Brides kick off 2026 with CERTAINTY

January 8, 2026

Black Veil Brides know how to kick off the new year right. They have just released a new song and video for “Certainty” and it will jumpstart 2026! The song is off their upcoming album which is set to release later this year on Spinefarm. This will be the 7th album for the band which is comprised of vocalist Andy Biersack, guitarists Jake Pitts and Jinxx, bassist Lonny Eagleton, and drummer Christian Coma. Andy Biersack comments, “The concept of ‘Certainty’ is central to this record and appears throughout the album. The song was inspired by the film Conclave, particularly its reflections on religious certainty and how rigid belief systems can become prisons of our own making. When certainty hardens, curiosity, growth, and the willingness to change become impossible. Much of today’s political and social discourse exists inside these echo chambers of absolute belief, and that tension drives the narrative of this record.” “This was the final song written and recorded for the album. It started from an idea Jake sent over, and it came together quickly over [Read More]

Tour

GAZPACHO releases lyric video and announces Spring ’26 Tour Dates

December 4, 2025

Norwegian progressive rockers Gazpacho have just released a lyric video for their track Starling.  In addition they have announced tour dates for their Spring European tour. Speaking on the news, songwriter and keyboardist Thomas Andersen shared the following in his usual enigmatic fashion – “We are adding an extra touch to the festive season and without fully disclosing all of our plans let us just softly allude to what is coming with the following clues, hints and other clever ways to say that we are going on a tour without saying we are going on a tour even if we are going on a tour which we are. The bags are packed. Mostly with equipment as is our custom, but also with clothes to protect the gear from damage. These clothes may be worn as well. A double whammy. Passports are freshened up and looking fantastic! Set lists have been written, memorised and discarded and that process has been repeated many times and yes, “Starling” might still be on the list. Our collegues and bosses have been [Read More]

New Music

Des Rocs releases video for latest single, This Land featured in Borderlands 4

October 14, 2025

Des Rocs releases the video for his new track This Land which is featured in Borderlands 4. The single is the first track of his forthcoming album.  The video was directed by acclaimed Brazilian digital artist, FESQ, the Borderlands-inspired video channels the raw power and visceral energy synonymous with Des Rocs. Watch the video here: Des Rocs shares, “I’ll never forget the first call when they told me what they were looking for in a song for Borderlands 4,” says Des. “I couldn’t stop grinning. They were describing exactly where my heart lies. Rock n’ roll that’s loud, raw, unfiltered, built for a foreign landscape. This song has that unhinged wild energy, the one I felt when I first picked up a guitar. It’s real and it’s rowdy, just like the music I worshipped growing up.” Borderlands is one of the best-selling and most beloved video game franchises of all time. For the fourth installment, Des Rocs brings the raw energy and grit he’s known for, taking the helm for the main theme song, and following in the footsteps of Cage [Read More]

Video

AZAM ALI releases new video for title track off her new album; Synethesia

October 8, 2025

International singer Azam Ali releases new video for title track off her new album; Synesthesia which is set for a November 14th release via COP International. The title track truly transports listeners into an ethereal space. About the new track and album, Azam Ali comments, “My music is an invitation to step beyond the confines of time, place, and the fragile vessel of flesh, into a universe without borders, I want the listener to feel carried into the vastness of the ethereal, where freedom breathes and every note reveals our part in a greater design. In this realm, we are no longer solitary beings, but shining stars drawn together into galaxies, each one a reminder that we are participants in a cosmic symphony far larger than ourselves.” About the video Evoking John Everett Millais’ classic painting Ophelia, the exquisite and haunting video directed by Tas Limur features Azam submerged in a pool filled with verdant flowers and flora. The visual parallel is striking: in Millais’s painting, the drowned Hamlet character floats among blossoms; in Azam’s video, she swims and contorts beneath [Read More]

Aftershock Festival

Vevo and All Time Low Announce ‘Live from Vevo Studios’ Performance of “The Weather”

September 24, 2025

Vevo, the world’s leading music video network, announces the release of All Time Low’s ‘Live from Vevo Studios’ performance of the Top 15 Alternative Radio hit, “The Weather” off their forthcoming album, Everyone’s Talking!, out October 17th. “The Weather” follows All Time Low’s previously released ‘Live from Vevo Studios’ performance of “SUCKERPUNCH.” The ‘Live from Vevo Studios’ series offers emerging and established artists alike the chance to connect with fans through the art of visual performance. These artists can be their truest, most authentic selves with top-of-the-line audio and customizable lighting, further fostering the connection with their global fanbases, while building out their visual catalog. Watch the video here: Since their inception in 2003, All Time Low have shattered records, topped charts, sold out arenas and carved out a fervent fanbase along the way. Alex Gaskarth, Jack Barakat, Rian Dawson and Zack Merrick — known for their anthemic, inimitable sound and fiercely loyal fanbase, embark on a bold new era with the release of “The Weather,” out now via their own imprint, Basement Noise Records, in [Read More]

New Music

Metalcore

Motionless In White share new song “Afraid Of The Dark”

January 28, 2026

Motionless In White shared their latest single, “Afraid Of The Dark” about two hours ago. Already 33.000 views and more than 24.000 “thumbs up”, the numbers are growing fast. According to press releases, the song marks the beginning of a new era for the band. Chris Motionless (singer) on the song: “20 years ago, I stepped into a tour van with my best friends, having no idea what was next every mile we drove down the road. Funny enough, we broke down two hours later in the AM hours in a snowstorm. We had to sleep on the floor of a rest stop on the side of the Interstate and wait what felt like forever for a tow truck. We were forced to cancel the first few shows of our first tour ever, and to figure out how to scrape up every cent we could to try and get the van fixed and get back on the road. Nothing was ever going to stop us. There was never a doubt that we would find a [Read More]

Music News

Roman Candle Drop Explosive New Track “Can We Watch Something Happy?”

January 21, 2026

Today, Roman Candle share a new song that hits hard and refuses to let go. “Can We Watch Something Happy?” arrives with an accompanying music video, delivering a fierce, high-energy surge that immediately demands your attention. Written from the perspective of vocalist Piper Ferrari’s childhood self, the song channels a storm of intrusive thoughts, compulsive prayer, and the crushing guilt of believing your own mind is something sinful. The intensity isn’t just sonic—it’s emotional. The track moves with urgency, balancing raw aggression and vulnerability in a way that feels both overwhelming and deeply real. Piper comments, “‘Can We Watch Something Happy’ is written from the perspective of my childhood self. I struggled with severe OCD growing up, which was intensified by being raised in a religious household. I wasn’t diagnosed until much later, so for most of my youth I didn’t understand what was happening — I just remember being scared all the time.There was a constant cycle of praying for the intrusive thoughts to go away, eventually giving in to them, and then praying [Read More]

Music News

Girl Tones Drop “Volcano” and Hit the Road

January 16, 2026

Girl Tones are not slowing down. They’ve just dropped their new single “Volcano,” and it feels like a statement that is raw, confident, and fueled by pressure rather than fear. The high-energy rock duo, made up of sisters Kenzie and Laila, have a way of turning chaos into something powerful, and this track captures that perfectly. Watch the video here for Volcano: And they’re wasting no time getting back on the road. Later this month, Girl Tones head out on a West Coast run with Dexter and The Moonrocks, followed by March dates alongside Peter McPoland. If you’ve seen them live, you already know this band thrives on the stage. We’ve really been loving what Girl Tones have been doing lately, every release feels more locked in, more fearless. They were just announced as a showcasing artist at SXSW, and festival season is shaping up in a big way. They’ll be heading overseas for The Great Escape in the UK, then back to the U.S. for Bonnaroo, BottleRock Napa, Treefort, and Outside Days. We’re especially [Read More]

Metal

Metal Allegiance Signal a Dark New Era With “Black Horizon”

January 16, 2026

Trailblazing metal collective METAL ALLEGIANCE have resurfaced with a dark and foreboding new single, “Black Horizon.” Marking their first original release since 2018, the track feels like a slow-burn warning shot—heavy, ominous, and impossible to ignore. It opens with snarling riffs from Alex Skolnick, setting the tone before William DuVall enters with haunting, almost apocalyptic vocals that echo like a call from the edge of collapse. The rhythm section keeps the tension coiled tight. Mark Menghi holds the low end steady while Mike Portnoy drives the track with restrained menace, always threatening to erupt. Lyrically, “Black Horizon” paints a bleak picture—systems breaking down, shadows closing in, and humanity crying out for salvation in a world that feels beyond saving. Sparse, shadowy verses give way to massive, thunderous choruses, capturing the desperation of a final push for survival. Mark Menghi shared his excitement about the band’s return: “Who would have thought we’d be here 12 years later with new MA music? Very excited to have one of my favorite vocalists from one of my favorite bands [Read More]

Music News

Finding a Kindred Spirit: Jody Glenham’s “Overtime”

January 16, 2026

  Sometimes you stumble across an artist at exactly the right moment — and that’s what happened when I first heard Jody Glenham. I came across her music while scrolling on Instagram, hit play on her new song Overtime, and instantly found myself grinning ear to ear. That kind of smile you can’t fake — the kind that only happens when something truly connects. It felt like being introduced to a kindred spirit, a voice that felt familiar in the best possible way. From the very first listen, I couldn’t wait to share it. Overtime is refreshing in a way that’s hard to come by. It’s honest, emotional, with a quiet power in the song, the kind that comes from lived experience and real feeling, and it reminded me why discovering new music still feels so magical.  Check out the video for the new track here and prepare to take off on a musical journey: There’s something really special about artists who keep creating, keep pushing forward, and keep showing up,  and that’s exactly what [Read More]

Metal

Anthea Unveil New Single “Phantom in the Masquerade”

January 16, 2026

Los Angeles symphonic metal outfit Anthea have unveiled their powerful new single “Phantom in the Masquerade,” officially out now via Rockshots Records and on all digital platforms. The track is the first glimpse into the band’s forthcoming third full-length album, Beyond The Dawn, and signals the beginning of Anthea’s most ambitious and theatrical era yet. “Phantom in the Masquerade” dives deep into the emotional weight of feeling unseen while surrounded by others. That sense of isolation is translated into a dramatic and immersive soundscape, pairing haunting atmosphere with a strong melodic core.  The track pulls you into a darker, more introspective space, one that feels designed for late-night listening rather than casual background play.  It balances vulnerability and intensity and still sets the emotional tone for what lies ahead. “‘Phantom in the Masquerade’ is one of the most theatrical songs we’ve written. We wanted it to feel both catchy and haunting, with lyrics that capture the experience of being surrounded by people yet completely unseen. It sets the stage for the dramatic direction we’ve been [Read More]

Music News

Gunshine Kick Off 2026 With Hook-Heavy New Single “Goth Girl”

January 16, 2026

Gunshine are kicking off 2026 with confidence and attitude, unveiling their new single “Goth Girl” as the first taste of what’s to come on their upcoming full-length album Grand Rising, due out digitally July 24 via Create Music Group. “Goth Girl” hits fast and sticks hard. It’s a hook-heavy, swagger-filled track that blends melody, edge, and just the right amount of danger. It’s playful without being gimmicky, gritty without losing its shine, and showcases exactly why Gunshine continue to stand out in a crowded rock landscape. The song also features a collaboration with acclaimed songwriter and producer Brian Howes, whose touch adds polish while still letting the band’s personality lead the way. Austin Ingerman comments, “It started with several vocal melodies and a riff I had, then Jordan had a lyrical concept about a goth girl.  We then collaborated with Brian Howes, and he loved it and we finished the rest of the song in Vancouver, Canada with him. It was the first time we finished writing something on the spot just before tracking it, [Read More]

Interviews

Interview

Inside the Music: Interview with Jody Glenham

After recently discovering Jody Glenham and instantly connecting with her new song Overtime, I knew I wanted to dig a little deeper. That track hit me in such an immediate, emotional way that it felt only right to [Read More]