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STIGMA Share Second Chance (Deluxe US/Export Edition) as Touring Plans Take Shape for 2026

January 21, 2026

There’s something quietly powerful about a band that knows exactly who they are and isn’t trying to be anything else. German melodic heavy metal/dark rock band STIGMA are continuing to carve out their own space with the release of Second Chance (Deluxe US/Export Edition), which is an expanded global edition that opens the door to new listeners while staying true to the heart of the band. Formed in Germany in 2021, the band has quietly built a world where melody, shadow, and emotion coexist. Their music lives in that in between space balancing melodic heavy metal with a dark rock edge and where vulnerability doesn’t weaken the sound, it strengthens it. If you’ve ever found comfort in the moody romanticism of HIM, The 69 Eyes, Volbeat, or Type O Negative, STIGMA’s songs will feel like familiar company. On June 4, 2025, STIGMA released their debut album, Second Chance, a record that is rooted in reflection, resilience, and the idea that broken things don’t need to be fixed to be meaningful. Now, with Second Chance (Deluxe [Read More]

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]

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]

Featured Spotlight: Rocket Ready for Liftoff with Debut Album and Headlining Tour

July 14, 2025

Our spotlight band this week is Rocket, an alt-rock quartet from Los Angeles that’s poised to blast onto your radar in a big way. Their sound—equal parts fuzzy alt-rock and dreamy pop—is both nostalgic and refreshingly new, and it’s about to reach a whole new level. Rocket just announced their highly anticipated debut album, R is for Rocket, set for release on October 3rd via Transgressive Records / Canvasback. The first single, Wide Awake, is a powerful intro to the band’s evolved sound—ethereal yet gritty, and impossible to ignore. The band comments, “R is for Rocket is about relationships, the most important part of life; relationships with your friends, your parents, your girlfriend or boyfriend, and most importantly your relationship with yourself. ‘Wide Awake’. is the perfect balance of all the elements of this record, after years in the making and countless versions, we’re excited to finally share it.” Check out the lead single here: Before they launch their first U.S. headlining tour this fall, Rocket will be supporting The Smashing Pumpkins across [Read More]

SMITH/KOTZEN have just released new single/video for Black Light

February 20, 2025

Adrian Smith and Richie Kotzen have just released the second single from their upcoming album. The song Black Light is off their sophomore album Black Light/White Noise which is scheduled for an April 4th release via BMG. Accompanying the release is a video, again produced and directed by Kevin and Richard Ragsdale aka The Ragsdale Brothers (Daughtry, Dorothy feat. Slash, Theory of A Dead Man), and featuring the duo performing with bassist Julia Lage and drummer Bruno Valverde, alongside acclaimed Russian acrobat, contortionist and former Cirque de Soleil performer Gyulnara Karaeva. Richie comments on the video, “It was a fun video to make, as they have all been when we play together. Adding the UV performance section was fantastic and took us back to the album shoot that we did in London last year.” Adrian adds, “Our friend Gyula really added something to it. it helped the song’s narrative of all is not what you see!” Check out the single and video here: The new album was recorded at The House, Los Angeles, [Read More]

Yesterday’s Hero are serving up exactly what you need with the release of their video for What I Needed

February 19, 2025

Yesterday’s Hero is a band that doesn’t hide behind genre boundaries as they bring together everything from metal, hard rock, post grunge, alt, stoner rock and so much more. Once you take a listen, you will be instantly hooked as you dive deep into their catalog and find yourself immersed with smokin riffs, high energy rock, hard hitting vocals and hooks that immediately take a hold of you. They have just released the video for their track What I Needed. They comment about the track, A Rise Against-inspired banger. Lyrically this is a newer song and is written with a healed heart. Sometimes in the middle of struggle, you may not realize it’s “What I Needed” Check out the video here: After watching the video, it has me wanting to catch them LIVE. They are known for their high energy sets where you can’t help but let loose and have a great time. The song is off their 2023 album Ways to Hate which “was purposely recorded in analog to give you a real album [Read More]

Spotlight Band: Juliet’s Not Dead release new track Sinner or Saint

January 27, 2025

Time to crank it up loud and check out the new single Sinner or Saint from rockers Juliet’s Not Dead. The song is off their upcoming album, This World Is Ours, which is set for a February 7th release. The infectious new track delivers high energy rock with driving guitars and vocals that grab your attention. The song has a superb transition in it that highlights the talent this band holds, it is powerful and rockin. We anxiously await the new album and WE ARE READY! Stevie Stoker comments, “Musically, Sinner Or Saint is a high paced, powerful rock song with lots of layers. It then includes a total change of feel in the mid-section before returning to its flat out approach until the end.The song is a tale of someone questioning their own mortality asking ‘do you trust me?’ and praying to a greater being for help during this difficult time. It’s a situation I think many of us can relate to. However the song does have a total change of pace in the middle, when [Read More]