In a sudden turn of events for instrumental noise/space metal trio MoRkObOt, this week the band’s world famous drummer Len was abducted by Italian drummer-collecting space pirates and likely destroyed. So remaining members Lin and Lan quickly replaced Len with new skin-ripper Lon. Somehow very clear and disturbing details on this bizarre turning point in the band’s massive career have been documented on video, the incredible footage viewable AT THIS…
French noise/hardcore outfit AS WE DRAW are currently writing the follow-up to their critically acclaimed debut full-length “Lines Breaking Circles”. Initially released late 2010, “Lines Breaking Circles” went sold out quickly. Throatruiner Records and Skulltrophy Records have announced the repress of this record on deluxe gatefold vinyl, which is due out on April 10th. Pre-order and download for free “Lines Breaking Circles” here : http://store.throatruinerrecords.com/bands/as-we-draw Artwork : http://tinyurl.com/d467c4p Promotional pic…
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The routing of the previously announced Spring tour with Wisconsin crust brigade WARTORN, including nine dates supporting legendary Italian hardcore/punk outfit Raw Power, has expanded, the full tour now twice as extensive and initially declared. The three-week-long trek now runs through mid-May and hits even more cities throughout the Midwest and will hit the West Coast as well, and includes a throwdown at the two-day Forward Ohio Fest alongside Masakari,…
On April 2, Alternative Tentacles will release White People and the Damage Done, the new album from JELLO BIAFRA and the GUANTANAMO SCHOOL of MEDICINE (aka JB/GSM). Hot on the heels of the ferocious Shock-U-Py! EP, the world renowned voice and vision of DEAD KENNEDYS and long-standing punk rock innovator returns with bared teeth and an anti-austerity blast-a-thon of a record. Recorded in San Francisco with longtime producer Marshall Lawless and…
Swedish doom metal act, MEMORY GARDEN, have launched the second single and title track taken off their upcoming album, Doomain, exclusively via the website of Metal Hammer Germany! Head to metal-hammer.de to stream Doomain now! Make sure to also head to www.metalblade.com/memorygarden to check out the cover art, pre-order bundles, and the first single, The Evangelist! Doomain was recorded at Annoying Sound Factory and SolnaSound Recording by the band with…
Aussie rock band LONGREEF (Josh Barker, Tristan Davies, Nick Miller, Jim Wark) are back on the road touring the U.S. and have added additional dates to their already packed touring schedule for 2013. The band will remain on the road through the spring and summer in support of their latest EP/Live DVD Dirty Motel. They just added a show with the legendary Sevendust on May 1 and have been confirmed…
Kvelertak have premiered their forthcoming Roadrunner Records debut, MEIR, over at Stereogum. MEIR, which arrives March 26th, features the single, “Bruane Brenn” and is the highly anticipated follow-up to the band’s break out self-titled album which earned them critical praise worldwide. Produced by Converge’s Kurt Ballou (High on Fire, Torche), MEIR marks an indisputable milestone for Kvelertak. Tracks such as “Evig Vandrar” and the brutal “Nekrokosmos” see…
Chuck Ragan and his camaraderie of musicians will be back on the road for The 6th Annual Revival Tour. We know a lot of you will be at these shows taking pictures so why not WIN STUFF by simply posting your pictures? It’s really THAT simple. Follow the instructions on the flyer above. Post your pictures and tag them accordingly, at the end of the tour we’ll pick the best…
It has been 15 years since bassist Kyle Eastwood burst onto the jazz scene with his 1998 debut, From There To Here. At that moment in his budding career, the press seemed more preoccupied with his paternal lineage (he’s the son of famed actor-director Clint Eastwood) than his music. Over the course of the four subsequent releases – 2004’s Paris Blue, 2005’s Now, 2009’s Metropolitan and 2011’s Songs from the…
Ninja Tune are very excited to announce that Machinedrum has joined our roster. We’ve been massive fans of Machinedrum for years and whatever style he’s doing he never fails to impress with his unmistakably precise and relentlessly forward-looking production that is as effective on headphones as it is in the club. It’s an absolute honour to work with him as he develops all elements of his sound and vision for…
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Produced in collaboration with Sapin’s La Esensia Label. “Procession” heralds the reawakening of the acclaimed swedish dark ambient project Desiderii Marginis, an album that sounds at the same time warmingly familiar and inspiringly new. While Desiderii Marginis is perhaps not as prolific as some other acts, it’s “quality over quantity” motto always makes it well worth the wait and this is certainly no exception. The eight pieces that make up…
Chicago’s EARTHEN GRAVE is thrilled to announce their recent signing to Heavy Rock Leader, Ripple Music for worldwide release of their debut album, Earthen Grave. The album will be available on CD and double vinyl on July 9th via Ripple Music. Formed in 2008, EARTHEN GRAVE is a five-piece Chicago metal band that marries the sounds of metal past and future with a sweaty, pummeling live show. EARTHEN GRAVE boasts…
From the depths of the American indie-folk movement hails the vast and heart-warming musical journey known as The Herbert Bail Orchestra. Based in the understanding of emotion and deception, this uniquely talented group transcends the modern portrayal of performance with utmost lust for the craft. Following the release of their first, self-titled EP in 2011 comes a full length album entitled The Future’s in the Past. At a young age, lead…
This month, U.S. bass label FIREPOWER RECORDS will be launching a trilogy of EPs from 22 year-old Los Angeles producer/DJ Protohype called SEE NO EVIL, HEAR NO EVIL and SPEAK NO EVIL. Each EP in the series will reflect its title in a variety of ways, individually exploring a wealth of sounds and means of expression while coming together to create a definitive whole. First up in the trilogy is…
Italy’s TOMBSTONE HIGHWAY has just released a new track entitled “Old Blood” exclusively at Rue Morgue magazine’s website. The song can be streamed at this location: http://www.rue-morgue.com/2013/03/tombstone-highway-shares-some-old-blood/ Ruralizer, the band’s southern rock-inspired doom metal album, will hit the shops on April 16th in North America. The release is out now in Europe. The music of TOMBSTONE HIGHWAY is a classic blend of feisty stoner/southern rock and doom metal, with catchy guitar…
Chevy Sonic’s “Milk Run” commercial debuted this week starring Theophilus London and featuring his song “All Around The World.” The ad is the first official full commercial as part of Chevrolet’s new “Find New Roads” campaign, which was unveiled last month with a medley of five vignettes showcasing five different car models. Post & Share: “Milk Run” Commercial on YouTube http://youtu.be/v0pb0vvi37U Chevrolet’s “Find New Roads” on YouTube http://youtu.be/cvjgZWZoeWg The commercial,…
The Final Solution; The Final Rebellion from Arizona Death Metal Unit REIGN OF VENGEANCE will be released March 19th on Synister Empire Records and is crafted in the band’s new-school, horror-oriented, death metal format. The new EP features musicians of the already proven and established top tier and Brutal Elite. Unlike Disemboweling Swine, REIGN OF VENGEANCE’s previous release, The Final Solution; The Final Rebellion is a concept EP. Since the…
Austin based rock group Courrier have just released their sophomore album, Cathedrals of Color, available on iTunes. The album features the single “Inch of Rope” which can be heard here. Cathedrals of Color was produced by Tim Palmer (U2, Pearl Jam) and features the top 50 radio single “Love is a Fire”. For an inside look at the making of the album, watch a behind the scenes webisode here. Purevolume.com…