Month: January 2026

New Music

NEW MUSIC: Converge release “We Were Never the Same” off upcoming album

January 13, 2026

Converge have returned with a new single, “We Were Never the Same,” giving fans a powerful taste of their upcoming album Love Is Not Enough, due out February 13 via Epitaph / Deathwish. The track hits with the kind of emotional weight and sonic force that Converge have built their legacy on;  raw, fearless, and deeply human. For decades, Converge have made music that doesn’t just hit hard, it hits deep. “We Were Never the Same” continues that tradition, pushing both intensity and vulnerability into a space that feels almost overwhelming in the best possible way. It’s the sound of a band that refuses to go numb, channeling everything from heartbreak to fury into something that feels painfully honest.  Jacob Bannon comments, I wrote these words in the parking lot of a funeral home while reflecting on loss. Why do we gather to mourn but not to cherish? It’s an honest question that exposes our collective distractions and shortcomings. Grief brings clarity— We all must do better.” Check out the new track here: On Love [Read More]

BottleRock Napa

BOTTLEROCK NAPA 2026 announces stellar lineup!

January 13, 2026

Foo Fighters, Backstreet Boys, Lorde, Teddy Swims, LCD Soundsystem, and SOMBR to Headline BottleRock Napa Valley   2026 festival features over 80 musical acts including Lil Wayne, Zedd, Ludacris, Papa Roach, Mt. Joy, Slightly Stoopid, Rilo Kiley, AJR, Busta Rhymes and dozens more.  The music, wine, craft brew & culinary festival will take place May 22 – 24 – Memorial Day Weekend. 3-Day General Admission Tickets on Sale Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 10am PT  BottleRock Napa Valley has revealed the 2026 festival lineup, featuring over 80 musical acts including headline artists Foo Fighters, Backstreet Boys, Lorde, Teddy Swims, LCD Soundsystem, and SOMBR. The 3-day music, wine, craft brew and culinary festival will take place in the heart of the City of Napa at the Napa Valley Expo on May 22-24, 2026. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, January 14 at 10am PT.   One of the most renowned festivals in the U.S., BottleRock Napa Valley showcases a wide array of music, fine wine, craft brews and regional culinary creations, blending the world’s biggest bands with the hottest emerging artists across [Read More]

Hardcore

Upcoming European/UK tours in 2026 – Part 1

January 11, 2026

2025 was an amazing year with tons of shows and live performances. But can you top that? I think 2026 has a lot in store already, it probably has the potential to exceed last year. We’ll share with you a snippet of the upcoming tours and hope you’ll find the time to check those out: Lionheart California-based Hardcore band Lionheart just released their new album “Welcome To The Westcoast II”. They also dropped a new single that same day – “Chewing Through The Leash feat. Matt Honeycutt from Kublai Khan TX”. Check it out: Their European tour has already started. Some dates are sold out, some are close. Note that there were some venue changes, f. e.  in Munich it’s the Backstage now. Please check for further changes. Lionheart will be joined by Madball, Gideon and Slope! For more information on the band, follow their social media: https://www.facebook.com/lionheartca https://lionheartca.com/ https://instagram.com/LIONHEARTCA https://twitter.com/LIONHEARTCA Sylosis Sylosis also have a new record coming out soon. “The New Flesh” will be out February 20th. The 11-track record is produced and [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]

Metalcore

Motionless In White announce new album – European/UK tour ahead

January 6, 2026

Motionless In White fans probably had an awesome start into the new year, because a few days ago the band confirmed the news – they will release their 7th studio album in 2026! The first single “Afraid Of The Dark” will be out January 28th. The announcement signals the beginning of a new chapter as the band continues to evolve their sound and vision. With momentum already building and new music on the horizon, anticipation is running high for what could be one of the band’s most important releases yet. European/UK fans can also look forward to seeing the band live soon and be amongst the first to hear said song played live (fingers crossed). Special guests on this tour will be Dayseeker and Make Them Suffer. Make sure to get your tickets, since they are selling fast. Never seen them play live before….or maybe you want to refresh your memory?! Check out Motionless In White’s outstanding performance at Aftershock 2025 in Sacramento, CA. For more information on the band, visit their social media: Motionless [Read More]