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Hollow Front – The Fear of Letting Go | Album Review

By
Michael Reitemeier
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Change and turbulence are an inevitability within the music industry. This is all too apparent for Grand Rapids, MI-based Hollow Front, as after a bus accident/insurance lawsuit, they are now comprised of two members, Tyler Tate and Lee Albrecht. Not ready to call it quits yet, the metalcore duo wrote: “We’re still very much the same band, minus Dakota singing. Being in a band isn’t a life long commitment. So when people feel like it’s time to move on, for whatever reason, there’s no hard feelings. Only support.” It’s now or never for Tate and Albrecht as they are ready to show the group’s new record, The Fear of Letting Go, to the world.

Just a year removed from prior record The Price of Dreaming, it’s a testament to the workhorse mentality to put out The Fear of Letting Go with such haste. That’s why it’s so impressive that despite the vocal switch, there’s no drop in quality. Fans of such modern metalcore acts as Wage War and Fit For a King will instantly find this 2023 entry to be a thrilling listen. Whether it’s the chuggy verses or the anthemic choruses, Hollow Front weaves their DNA from a unique point in the genre’s history. Writes Lee in a Reddit AMA: “When we were writing the album we discussed a bunch of old albums but not a ton of modern ones. Tyler and I are both big fans of old metalcore”

The modern metalcore landscape is equal parts heavy as it is melodic, and The Fear of Letting Go strikes this balance with poise. On top of that, it mixes in electronic elements ever so subtly yet impactfully, all integrated with Lee’s production cues capitalizing on his songwriting chops. Since Lee and Tyler have worked in tandem since the band’s inception, the core of Hollow Front is a seamless two-piece – but Dakota Alvarez’s presence is still a welcome addition in “Under Pressure” and “Letting Go”.

There’s ample surprises and big moments on The Fear of Letting Go that separate Hollow Front from the pack. “Over the Cradle” gutted my heart in its closing lyrics, which led into the heaviest and best song on the record “Crash and Burn” featuring ERRA/Texas in July’s JT Cavey. Throughout the rest of the record, the common theme of “breaking point” and “pressure” tends to rear its head in a little too frequently within the lyricism, but this nitpick hardly detracts from the rest of the moving pieces that make each listen enjoyable.

There’s no other band in metalcore that could go through what Hollow Front went through and still churn out a great album in record time. The Fear of Letting Go is living proof that Tyler Tate and Lee Albrecht are powerhouses with their passion and can produce a competent product no matter what adversity they’re faced with. Even though the duo isn’t set to tour in the near future, they can rest well knowing the Hollow Front project still has legs and will be loved by fans far and wide in The Fear of Letting Go.

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The Gaslight Anthem – History Books | Album Review

By
Luke Spencer
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The Gaslight Anthem History Books

 

It’s been a while since we’ve heard Jersey folk rock from The Gaslight Anthem and after hearing this, they easily picked up where they left off. The collaboration with Bruce Springsteen obviously is a focal point, great title track. The energetic songs like “Little Fires” and “Positive Charge” hold your attention. They sound great. The quieter, more somber tracks balance the album like “The Weatherman” and “Empires” do a good job of fleshing out the sound. Some of the tracks struggle to keep your attention as you zone out due to not having much foundation or production value. The high points definitely stand out well and it’s good to hear another chapter from The Gaslight Anthem in History Books. 7/10

Best Tracks:
“Little Fires”
“Positive Charge”

 

 

 

 

 

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“The Gaslight Anthem is a four-piece rock band from New Brunswick, New Jersey. They are known for their energetic live shows and their songs that often tell stories about working-class life and nostalgia. The band has released six studio albums, their most recent being History Books, which was released on October 27, 2023.

History Books is the band’s first album in nine years, and it marks a return to their roots. The album is full of energetic punk rock songs with catchy melodies and thoughtful lyrics. The album also features a collaboration with Bruce Springsteen on the title track.

One of the standout tracks on History Books is “Positive Charge.” The song is a rallying cry for hope and resilience in the face of adversity. The lyrics are full of imagery of working-class life, and the chorus is anthemic and uplifting.” (Google Bard)

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The Gaslight Anthem – History Books | Album Review

 

FOZZY New Video “Spotlight” Out Now!

By
Ana Santos
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FOZZY

Today, powerhouse rock band FOZZY are thrilled to release their new music video for their single “Spotlight”. With the superstar showmanship of front-man CHRIS JERICHO, tag-teamed with guitar genius RICH WARD, FOZZY are a band that have always pushed the boundaries both sonically and artistically over their twenty plus year career. From performing three shows across America in one day, to filming a music video on one of the fastest hair raising roller coasters in the world, the band lives up to their reputation again with their “Spotlight” video.

Never falling short in creating innovative, imaginative videos, “Spotlight” is no exception in the FOZZY Universe. Filmed by Exceleration Media and Firefly Drone Shows, the ground breaking video features hundreds of live drones that light up the night sky to co-star in this first ever Drone Show music video. It’s a full out assault on your eyes, ears, brain, and remaining senses, as JERICHO braves the elements.

To fully capture the magnitude of the night flying drones for the video, FOZZY’S creative team brought the concept to Firefly Drone Shows, who are recognized as the innovation leader in the drone light show industry.

“The concept was to design an exciting drone show based on the ‘Spotlight’ lyrics, and bring the drone performance to life directly behind Chris Jericho. The end result is a thrilling music video that took months of planning and programming to make possible,” said Firefly Drone Shows Co-Founder Ryan Sigmon.

According to FOZZY Co-founder and Guitarist Rich Ward, “When we came up with the concept of doing a drone show video, we knew the only person who could pull this off was Chris. Who else could conduct hundreds of drones to streak through the sky while creating images 800 feet tall and over 1000 feet wide? Bringing a music video concept to life, especially one that has never been pulled off before, can be challenging because of the multitude number of unknowns. With that said, it was completely worth the challenge and we hope you enjoy “Spotlight” as much as we enjoyed making it!”

The single for “Spotlight” demonstrates Fozzy’s evolving sound, melding rock and metal with powerful emotion and musical might. “Spotlight” was produced with precision by Johnny Andrews (THREE DAYS GRACE, ALL THAT REMAINS, HALESTORM) and sonically refined by mixer Jacob Hanson (VOLBEAT, AMARANTHE, ARCH ENEMY). “Spotlight” earned the #2 Most Added song this week at National Rock Radio, and with Six consecutive Top 20 singles including a Gold Single with “Judas”, Fozzy is steadily becoming one of the most successful bands on current Rock Radio.

SPOTLIGHT ON NORTH AMERICAN TOUR

Fozzy has shared the stage in recent years with the likes of METALLICA, KISS, IRON MAIDEN, AVENGED SEVENFOLD, SHINEDOWN, SLASH, THREE DAYS GRACE, and many more. They light up every stage they play on with their electricity and charisma, making Fozzy one of the hottest live rock acts in the world today.

North American Tour Dates:
10/26 @ IA Wooly’s – Des Moines
10/27 @ Bourbon Theater – Lincoln, NE
10/28 @ Icon Event Hall – Sioux Falls
10/29 @ Lyric Theater – Minneapolis, MN
10/30 @ Sanctuary Events Center – Fargo, ND
11/02 @ Gewal Hall – Lansing, MI
11/03 @ The Annex – Madison, WI
11/04 @ District 142 – Wyandotte, MI
11/05 @ BMI Event Center – Versailles, OH
11/06 @ Lafayette’s – Memphis, TN
01/26 – 01/30 @ Chris Jericho Cruise – Miami, FL

Green Day Back With More Of The Same? | The Podcast That Rocked

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Luke Spencer
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Green Day Back With More Of The Same | The Podcast That Rocked

The Podcast That Rocked for 10/25/23. Green Day back with more of the same, Mike Portnoy returns to Dream Theater, Aaron Lewis of Staind is a psychopath, and more. 

 

 

0:00 – Green Day back with more of the same? 
3:35 – Mike Portnoy returns to Dream Theater 
6:11 – We Came As Romans VS Venue Security 
8:56 – Greta Van Fleet announces Starcatcher 2024 Tour 
9:48 – Aaron Lewis of Staind is a psychopath 
11:48 – Thank you YouTube Members & Patrons 

 

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Greta Van Fleet Starcatcher 2024 Tour

 

 

“Green Day, one of the most iconic punk rock bands of all time, is set to release their fourteenth studio album, Saviors, on January 19, 2024. The album is the band’s first since Kerplunk (1991) in which they own the copyright, although it is under an exclusive license to Reprise Records.

Saviors was recorded in London, England, and Los Angeles, California, and sees the band collaborating with producer Rob Cavallo for the first time since 2012. Cavallo is known for his work on some of Green Day’s most iconic albums, including Dookie (1994) and American Idiot (2004).

Green Day has released one single from Saviors so far, titled “The American Dream Is Killing Me.” The song is a scathing indictment of the current state of the United States, with Armstrong singing about the “greed and hate” that he sees all around him.” (from Google Bard)

Omar Rodríguez-López announces 57-LPs box set ‘AMOR DE FRANCES’

By
Ana Santos
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Omar Rodríguez-López

Only very few songwriters and arrangers have succeeded in leaving their mark on several generations with their compositions and their performances. Omar Rodríguez-López is one of these exceptional artists. His complete solo works from 2004-2024 will now be honored with an impressive vinyl box set.

Within 20 years, multi-instrumentalist and mastermind Omar Rodríguez-López released multiple solo records – on top of his works with The Mars Volta, At-The Drive In, Bosnian Rainbows, De Facto, and Antemasque. Pending somewhere between Jazz, Prog, Latin, Alternative, Electronica, and Classical Music, his music covers an impressively wide range of genres.

After celebrating the digital release of his entire oeuvre in May 2021, Rodríguez-López’ Hamburg-based label Clouds Hill now takes the next step: These solo records will be made physically available for the first time in a unique vinyl box set. 57 albums, including records that have only been digitally available until now, and also two previously unreleased records. The collection contains highlights like the collaborative record with John Frusciante, the chaotic but beloved “Cryptomnesia”, the more accessible “Solar Gambling” or a classic like the early “Se Dice Bisonte, No Bùfalo”.

The box set is limited to 500 copies and is only available via www.cloudshillshop.com.

Pre-order starts on October 30th, release will be on December 4th: https://gtly.to/0DC4NcNty

Also, all records will be available for individual purchase in early 2024.

“Amor de Frances” comes in four individual, high-quality boxes in a classy design that work together as a whole: All 57 LPs of the box set combined with 2020’s “The Clouds Hill Tapes Pt. 1-3″, the spines eventually create the silhouette of Rodríguez-López himself.

All records in this extraordinary collection are pressed on black, recycled vinyl. Most of the cover artworks were recreated as close as possible to the original releases, but some of the records have also been given a completely new design at Omar’s personal request.

The encompassing box set with its four individual boxes, with colorfully designed banderoles, a set of nine art prints and 57 albums on 60 LPs will be available for 1.499€ / 1.599$.

AMOR DE FRANCES
+ Limited to 500 copies
+ Four pieced box set, split into four high-quality boxes with colorfully designed banderoles
+ 57 albums, pressed on recycled, black vinyl. Including
+ 2 previously unreleased records
+ 31 records released on vinyl for the first time
+ Recreated true to original, also with selected makeovers of cover artworks
+ Set of 9 art prints – sleeve can be replaced with 2020’s “The Clouds Hill Tapes Pt. 1-3″ (not included), to complete the silhouette on the spines

Papa Roach Donates $150k to American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

By
Ana Santos
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Rock legends Papa Roach announced today that they have made a $150,000 donation to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) “Talk Away The Dark Campaign” which was presented at the Finale performance of “The Revolutions Live Tour” alongside touring partners Shinedown and Spiritbox and tour promoter Live Nation in Denver, CO. The tour, which performed to over 250,000 attendees at 30 shows, saw the debut live performance of the song “Leave A Light On”, which was preceded by an emotional PSA delivered by frontman Jacoby Shaddix, who pledged a donation on behalf of each city’s attendees, culminating in the $150,000 donation.

“We all have a role in preventing suicide and supporting each another’s mental health. Music has always been a powerful way to spread these messages. That’s why we are so thankful to Papa Roach for making mental health messages a priority throughout their career and most recently with “Leave a Light On” and renaming it after our campaign Talk Away The Dark,” said AFSP CEO Bob Gebbia. “And their generous donation will support AFSP’s public education, programs for survivors of loss, research, and advocacy work, that is essential to saving lives.”

The band were so moved by the emotive response each night of the tour and the work done by the AFSP, that they have officially re-named the song “Leave A Light On (Talk Away The Dark)” and pledged a perpetual royalty from the song’s use, to be donated directly to the AFSP to continue their mission to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide long after the “Revolutions Live Tour.” The re-named single will officially be released on October 31, 2023.

“This issue doesn’t just affect one of us, or a few of us, it affects all of us.” says Papa Roach frontman Jacoby Shaddix. “We’re proud to work alongside the AFSP to support their mission to bring hope to those affected by suicide, and proud that this song – which has been special to us since it was first written – can play a part in bringing a little more light to an incredibly important topic.”

Papa Roach also released an official music video of “Leave a Light On (Talk Away The Dark)” today, here. The connection between the message of the song and the cause is undeniably evident. This impactful initiative teaches you the warning signs for suicide, and how to have a conversation that could save a life — whether it’s someone else’s or your own. Help is available — Talking, is the first step to preventing suicide. 

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Satanic Panic: How Metal Was Targeted & How Music Is Targeted Today

By
Luke Spencer
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Satanic Panic

 

In the ’80s, Satanic Panic came for heavy music as the reason for America’s youth being corrupted. Today, Satanic Panic has a new target. This video looks at Satanic Panic: How Metal Was Targeted & How Music Is Targeted Today. 

 

 

 

 

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“Satanic Panic was a period of mass hysteria in the United States in the 1980s, fueled by moral panic surrounding perceived Satanism and the occult. The panic was characterized by widespread media coverage of the supposed influence of Satanism on popular culture, including heavy metal music. 

Heavy metal music was a particular target of the Panic. Critics of the genre accused it of promoting Satanism and violence. They pointed to lyrics that dealt with occult themes and imagery, as well as the use of satanic symbols in album artwork. The media also played a role in demonizing heavy metal, with stories about headbanging fans and concerts that turned violent.  

The Satanic Panic had a significant impact on American culture in the 1980s. It led to censorship of music and books, and it created a climate of fear and suspicion. The panic also had a negative impact on the heavy metal music scene, as bands were forced to defend themselves against accusations of Satanism. 

The Satanic Panic began to subside in the late 1980s, as more and more people began to question the allegations. However, the legacy of the panic continues to this day. Heavy metal music is still often associated with Satanism, and it is still a target of moral panic.” (Google Bard)

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blink-182 – One More Time | Album Review

By
Luke Spencer
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blink-182 One More Time

 

Tom’s return does bring back the familiar, nostalgic side of blink-182. Equal parts serious and ridiculous. Sometimes to extremes as the album covers everything from Cancer to…well, “Edging”. Travis Barker is amazing and the riffs on top normally come across clean outside of a few production and mixing choices that leave tracks feeling unlevel. One More Time is 17 tracks and while I enjoyed most of the singles, some tracks here could have easily been scrapped. Songs like “You Don’t Know What You’ve Got” and “When We Were Young” really deal with repetitious writing for little effect. There’s deep and meaningful material, cheeky pop-punk shenanigans, and absolute cheese. All with varying mileage. All in all, it’s a good reflection of Blink’s entire career. It was nice to hear Mark, Tom, and Travis together one more time. 6/10

Best Tracks:
One More Time
Anthem III

 

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From Google Bard: “One More Time, the ninth studio album by American rock band Blink-182, was released on October 20, 2023, through Columbia Records. The album marks the return of guitarist/vocalist Tom DeLonge, reuniting their best-known lineup for the first time in seven years. After bassist/vocalist Mark Hoppus received a cancer diagnosis in 2021, the three reconvened to overcome old disputes, leading to DeLonge rejoining. It is also their first album to be produced by drummer Travis Barker.

The album’s title track and first single, released on September 21, 2023, is a mid-tempo ballad with a catchy chorus and introspective lyrics. The song reflects on the band’s history and their desire to make music together again, despite their past differences. It’s a fitting theme for an album that marks their much-anticipated reunion.”

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Bad Omens Announce New + Rescheduled Tour Dates For April 2024

By
Ana Santos
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Bad Omens
Photo Credit – Bryan Kirks

RIAA-Certified Gold rock sensation Bad Omens have today announced new dates for the postponed Albuquerque, Tempe (now taking place in Mesa, AZ with a venue upgrade), and Dallas CONCRETE FOREVER headliner shows slated for April 2024. Not only that, but the band has also unveiled new dates in San Antonio and Tulsa, as well as an additional Dallas show to boot. Previously purchased CONCRETE FOREVER tickets and VIP for postponed dates will be honored, while refunds are available for those unable to attend at point of purchase. Fans also have their chance to see the band’s electrifying live show at the now sold-out Sick New World Festival in Las Vegas on April 27. Tickets go on sale this Friday, October 20 at 10 a.m. local time at the link here, so don’t miss your chance to secure yours before they’re all gone.

CONCRETE FOREVER Dates:

April 21 – San Antonio, TX @ Boeing Center at Tech Port*

April 23 – Albuquerque, NM @ Revel+

April 25 – Mesa, AZ @ Mesa Amphitheatre+

April 30 – Tulsa, OK @ Tulsa Theatre*

May 2 – Dallas, TX @ The Factory in Deep Ellum*

May 3 – Dallas, TX @ The Factory in Deep Ellum+

Sick New World Festival:

April 27 – Las Vegas, NV @ Las Vegas Festival Grounds

* Added Show

+ New Date

Bad Omens slither through boundaries, only to ultimately choke convention in the process. The quartet—Noah Sebastian (vocals), Joakim “Jolly” Karlsson (guitar), Nick Ruffilo (bass), and Nick Folio (drums)—materialize with ghostly atmospherics, striking hooks, and the tingles of sensual high-register harmonies uplifted by cinematic production. Racking up over 250M worldwide streams to date and earning acclaim, the band presents an uncompromising and undeniable vision on their third full-length album, ‘THE DEATH OF PEACE OF MIND’ (Sumerian Records).

“Making the record changed us as songwriters and musicians. In many ways, I feel like it set me free as an artist because every decision made in the writing process was for myself, with no fear for anyone else’s expectations of what our third album should sound like. Be it our fans or our record label.”

They’ve always wielded this level of magic though…

The group’s 2016 self-titled debut, ‘Bad Omens’, yielded fan favorites such as “Glass Houses” and “The Worst In Me” which eclipsed 46 million Spotify streams. On its heels, 2019’s ‘Finding God Before God Finds Me’ spawned “Dethrone” (36 million Spotify streams) and “Careful What You Wish For”. Along the way, they toured with numerous marquee acts and received tastemaker praise.

After their first headline tour was canceled mid-way at the top of the global pandemic, the band found themselves at home in Los Angeles with plenty of time. Where they absorbed and imparted a different palette of unexpected inspirations. Channeling what the frontman describes at times as a “cursive sound” they embraced newfound confidence and boundlessly loose creativity. Anything went in the studio, and all “rules” were broken. Noah and Jolly wrote, produced, and engineered the music themselves while GRAMMY® Award-nominated producer and songwriter Zakk Cervini (Halsey, Grimes, Poppy, blink-182) lent his talents with the mix and master. Challenging himself, Noah decided to “make a track sampling items around the house, none of which were musical instruments”. 

This ultimately became the framework for the first single “THE DEATH OF PEACE OF MIND”. Claps puncture the icy soundscape as his voice stretches from a breathy moan into an evocative and entrancing hook, breaking from a whisper into the seductive chant, “It wasn’t hard to realize. Love’s the death of peace of mind.” It culminates on a climactic scream uplifted by a distorted crunch.

“The whole record really details the loss of peace of mind,” he explains. “The lyrics in the title track are a little more specific in terms of the conflict at the heart of something more intimate and personal.”

By speaking it aloud, Bad Omens offer a level of comfort and empathy, with a sinister shroud. At the same time, they also give rock music a sexy new shape on ‘THE DEATH OF PEACE OF MIND’.

“Sonically, we want to do something you can’t arrive late or early too,” he leaves off. “You can’t cheat your way to the final act. You have to get on the ride and process it until the end. The songs are meant to be heard from start to finish. We want you to take the whole trip with us.”

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Creeper Share “Further Than Forever” Video

By
Ana Santos
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Creeper

The towering ambition of CREEPER‘s larger-than-life and darker-than-death new album Sanguivore has been heralded with the best reviews of their career to date. Now, they showcase their black-hearted rock opera by sharing the epic and cinematic 9-minute video for its opening track “Further Than Forever.”

“Further Than Forever” is the most grandiose and escapist moment of the record, a rush of Jim Steinman-esque theatrics, rollicking rock riffs, prog excess, lashings of OTT dark humour (“I’m Jesus in a strip club giving head”), a touch of their goth punk roots, and a high drama spoken word section for good measure. It introduces the story’s two main characters: the deceptively sweet but devilishly sinister vampire Mercy, an “armageddon girl could end your world with one look” and her relationship with Spook, who is dangerously beguiled by her spell.

The video brings their story to life, starting with the moment Spook first laid eyes on Mercy and flash-forwarding to snapshots of their horrifyingly cursed future together — complete with vocalist William von Ghould whipping up the drama like a macabre master of ceremonies. As the video unfolds, it feels like a blend of arty folk horror and Hammer Films flamboyance, as well as the ultimate visual representation of who CREEPER are at this moment in time.

William says, “The music video for ‘Further Than Forever’ is an ambitious 9-minute epic made by Billy H Price and Jacek Zmarz. The film dives back into the world of Sanguivore, introduces the character of Spook, and tells the story of his relationship across oceans of time with Mercy.”

The video stars Paulina Kehlet as Mercy and Jamie She as Spook. It was produced by CREEPER, and directed by Billy Howard Price (Puppy) and Jacek Zmarz — the same team behind the recent “Teenage Sacrifice” video.

Sanguivore is available HERE, with a picture disc of the album’s striking portal-to-hell artwork one of four vinyl variants.

CREEPER launched Sanguivore with two sold-out shows in a day at London’s Lafayette, and are now completing a record store today that calls at Manchester’s hmv Arndale tonight and Crash Records in Leeds tomorrow. Their full theatrical show is back on the road next month for “The Sacred Blasphemy” tour, which features special guests Save Face and The Nightmares.

SANGUIVORE TRACK LISTING:
“Further Than Forever”
“Cry To Heaven”
“Sacred Blasphemy”
“The Ballad Of Spook & Mercy”
“Lovers Led Astray”
“Teenage Sacrifice”
“Chapel Gates”
“The Abyss”
“Black Heaven”
“More Than Death”

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