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Social Distortion Announce Co-Headline Tour With Bad Religion

Social Distortion
photo credit Danny Clinch

Southern California punk legends Social Distortion announce an epic co-headlining tour across the US with fellow Epitaph label mates Bad Religion that kicks off in Bakersfield, California on April 9th 2024. With additional support from The Lovebombs, the two iconic bands will join forces to bring their signature sounds and beloved catalogs to stages across the continent, showcasing their enduring legacy and influence on the punk rock movement.  

Social Distortion frontman Mike Ness comments, “It gives me great pleasure to announce that in April we will be going on a nationwide co- headlining tour with our friends in Bad Religion. Yes, we are back in action and can’t wait for this tour!! We did this with them in Australia in 2022 and the shows were amazing!” 

He continues, “We have also decided in celebration of the 40-year anniversary and re-release of ‘Mommy’s Little Monster’ that we will be playing the album in its entirety. This should be a very special tour and we are all looking forward to it.” 

Bad Religion and Social Distortion first played together in 1980,” Bad Religion singer Greg Graffin adds. “Though we evolved in different directions, we both carried the torch of Southern California punk all along the way. Now we’re so excited to be on the same stage again.”  

Formed as rebellious teenage punks in the working-class suburb of Fullerton, California, Social Distortion survived their tumultuous youth to pioneer an undeniably honest and fiery brand of rock ‘n’ roll that would incorporate outlaw country, classic seventies punk and primal blues. Seven studio albums and countless electrifying live shows have earned the band a dedicated worldwide fanbase and catalog of timeless anthems including “Story Of My Life,” ”Ball And Chain,” “Prison Bound” and more. The band’s last release, Hard Times and Nursery Rhymes entered the Billboard 200 at #4 and in 2019 they celebrated 40 years as a band.  

Social Distortion also share rescheduled dates for their previously postponed tour with follow SoCal rockers, The Bellrays. Ness enthuses, “I am also happy to announce the tour with “The Bellrays” from last summer will now be happening in September & October 2024. I’d like thank the fans who bought tickets for their patience while we worked on the rescheduled dates. Words can’t describe how happy I am to be back onstage doing what I love. See you all soon.” 

Artist Pre-sale tickets are live today at 12 noon local time with codes:  BALLANDCHAIN or SUFFER 

The general on-sale will be December 15th10 AM local time. 

All tickets will be available HERE 

SOCIAL DISTORTION TOUR DATES

W/ Bad Religion 

April 9 – Bakersfield, CA – Mechanics Bank Theater 

April 10 – Santa Barbara, CA – Santa Barbara Bowl 

April 11 – San Diego, CA – PETCO Park 

April 13 – Las Vegas, NV – Virgin Hotels Las Vegas – The Theater 

April 14 – Mesa, AZ – Mesa Amphitheater 

April 16 – Lubbock, TX – Lonestar Amphitheater 

April 18 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory 

April 19 – San Antonio, TX – Boeing Center at Tech Port 

April 20 – Austin, TX – Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Greenway 

April 22 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center 

April 23 – New Orleans, LA – The Filmore Harrah’s New Orleans 

April 26 – St. Augustine, FL – The Saint Augustine Amphitheatre 

April 27 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Revolution Live 

April 28 – Clearwater, FL – Coachman Park – The Sound 

April 30 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy Theatre 

May 1 – North Charleston, SC – Firefly Distillery Lawn 

May 3 – Oxon Hill, MD – The Theater at MGM National Harbor 

May 4 – New York, NY – Pier 17 The Rooftop 

May 5 – Philadelphia, PA – The Filmore Philadelphia 

May 7 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway 

May 10 – Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE 

May 11 – Detroit, MI – The Masonic Temple Theatre 

May 12 – Cincinnati, OH – The Andrew J Brady Music Center 

May 14 – Milwaukee, WI – The Rave/Eagles Club – Eagles Ballroom 

May 15 – West Des Moines, IA – Val Air Ballroom 

May 17 – Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheater 

May 18 – Chicago, IL – Salt Shed – Indoors 

May 19 – Columbus, OH – Historic Crew Stadium 

w/ The Bellrays 

Sept. 13 – Seattle, WA – The Showbox 

Sept. 14 – Seattle, WA – The Showbox 

Sept. 15 – Seattle, WA – The Showbox 

Sept. 18 – Vancouver, BC – Commodore Ballroom 

Sept. 19 – Vancouver, BC – Commodore Ballroom 

Sept. 21 – Edmonton, AB – Midway Music Hall 

Sept. 22 – Edmonton, AB – Midway Music Hall 

Sept. 23 – Calgary, AB – Macewan Hall 

Sept. 25 – Winnipeg, MB – Buron Cummings Theatre 

Oct. 1 – Buffalo, NY – Town Ballroom 

Oct. 2 – Buffalo, NY – Town Ballroom 

Oct. 4 – Guelph, ON – Guelph Concert Theatre 

Oct. 5 – Toronto, ON – History 

Oct. 6 – Montreal, QC – M Telus 

Oct. 8 – New Haven, CT – College Street Music Hall 

Oct. 9 – Hampton Beach, NH – Casino Ballroom 

Oct. 11 – Huntington, NY – The Paramount 

Oct. 12 – Stroudsburg, PA – Sherman Theater 

Oct. 13 – Sayreville, NJ – Starland Ballroom 

Oct. 15 – Norfolk, VA – The Norva 

Oct. 16 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore Charlotte 

Oct. 17 – Raleigh, NC – The Ritz 

Oct. 19 – Memphis, TN – Minglewood Hall 

Oct. 20 – Tulsa, OK – Cain’s Ballroom 

Oct. 22 – Albuquerque, NM – Rio Rancho Event Center 

Oct. 23 – Tucson, AZ – Rialto Theatre 

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SUM 41 Announce Heaven :x: Hell for March 2024

SUM 41 Announce Final Double Album
Heaven :x: Hell
Out March 29, 2024 via Rise Records
Pre-Save Now

Release New Single and Music Video
“Rise Up”
Available Now

Sum 41 “Rise Up”

For the final time as a collective, Grammy-nominated band Sum 41 have announced their upcoming double album, Heaven :x: Hell, expected for release on March 29th, 2024 via Rise RecordsHeaven :x: Hell is the most ambitious album from Sum 41 yet – Heaven is 10 tracks of snarling high energy pop punk, while Hell consists of ten heavy metal anthems spiked with fret-burning solos, thrashing riffs, and fist-pumping hooks. The band has been straddling the line of pop-punk and metal for their entire career, and Heaven :x: Hell is a testament to their innovative sound and unmatched skill, proving them as pioneers 27 years after the bands inception.

On the new album, vocalist Deryck Whibley says, “Once I heard the music, I was confident enough to say, ‘This is the record I’d like to go out on.’ We’ve made a double album of pop punk and metal, and it makes sense. It took a long time for us to pave this lane for ourselves, but we did, and it’s unique to us.”

Heaven :x: Hell Tracklist

HEAVEN
1. Waiting On A Twist Of Fate 
2. Landmines
3. I Can’t Wait
4. Time Won’t Wait
5. Future Primitive
6. Dopamine
7. Not Quite Myself
8. Bad Mistake
9. Johnny Libertine
10. Radio Silence

HELL
1. Preparasi A Salire
2. Rise Up
3. Stranger In These Times
4. I Don’t Need Anyone
5. Over The Edge
6. House Of Liars
7. You Wanted War
8. Paint It Black
9. It’s All Me
10. How The End Begins

Alongside the announcement, Sum 41 has released a new single and music video, “Rise Up”. The first offering from the upcoming album’s metal-filled Hell side, “Rise Up” opens with a flurry of guitar riffs and pounding drums fit for a mosh pit straight out of the band’s early years. “Writing ‘Rise Up,’ I felt the way I did when I first got signed,” says Deryck. “I felt the pressure and the need to create something great, but I felt so excited at the same time.”

Rise Up” is available to stream now at https://sum41.lnk.to/RiseUp with an accompanying music video available at https://youtu.be/-tc4i31eWB0

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Previously, Sum 41 shared “Landmines”, from Heaven :x: Hell’s pop-punk Heaven portion. The track, with an anthemic chorus and ground-shaking drunk hits, was released alongside a nostalgic music video. The track gained the attention of notable outlets such as Entertainment Tonight, Consequence, NME, Exclaim!, BrooklynVegan, Alternative Press, KNOTFEST, and countless others.

Earlier this year, Sum 41 announced their breakup after 27 years of making music together – the news was reported on by The New York Times, NPR, Rolling Stone, CNN, Bloomberg, Pitchfork, TODAY, CBS, Billboard, and countless other major news outlets globally. Heaven :x: Hell is aiming for nothing short of greatness, a perfect parting gift from the band to the fans who have supported them endlessly. Deryck spoke about it with GQ, here

I love Sum 41, what we’ve achieved, endured, and stuck together through, which is why I want to call it quits,” Deryck leaves off. “There were so many times we could’ve broken up. For some reason, we kept sticking it out. I’m proud of that. It’s the right time to walk away from it. I’m putting all of my energy into what’s ahead. This is going to be the biggest tour of our lives, and I want to make it the best show we’ve ever done. That’s it.”

Looking back at the band’s storied 27-year career, Sum 41 has firmly cemented their place in rock history with over 15 million records sold worldwide, multiple Billboard Charting releases, a Grammy Award nomination, 2 Juno Awards (7 nominations), a Kerrang! Award in 2002, multiple Alternative Press Music Awards, and countless other accolades.

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The Mockingbird & the Crow is the second studio album by American singer and songwriter Hardy. It was released on January 20, 2023, through Big Loud Records

Lighting Up the Sky is the eighth studio album by American rock band Godsmack. It was released on February 24, 2023, five years after their last studio album When Legends Rise, making it the longest gap between two studio albums by Godsmack. 

Intellectual Property is the fifth studio album by American rock band Waterparks, released on April 14, 2023. It is the band’s first album with the label Fueled by Ramen

Rush! is the third studio album by Italian rock band Måneskin, released on 20 January 2023 through Epic Records.   

Sleep Token Announce Red Rocks Set; Sell Out Radio City

SLEEP TOKEN ANNOUNCE RED ROCKS AMPHITHEATRE 
PERFORMANCE SET FOR MAY 12, 2024

RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL PERFORMANCE SET FOR MAY 22

SOLD OUT IN 10 MINUTES

Come May 12, we shall gather in Worship at the esteemed Red Rocks Amphitheatre for an exclusive Sleep Token performance.

Those wishing to attend may register their interest at www.teethofgod.com to obtain their unique access code in preparation for the exclusive pre-sale window, which is set for Thursday, December 13 at 10am local time. The regular on-sale is set for Friday, December 11 at 10am local time at this location

Sleep Token released their third studio album, Take Me Back To Eden, via Spinefarm. Listen here

The artist also enjoyed a completely sold-out North American tour this past fall. Last week, the band announced a special performance at the iconic Radio City Music Hall in NYC, set for May 22. The show sold out in 10 minutes. A completely sold-out show at the famed OVO Wembley Arena is set for December 16. Additionally, Revolver is celebrating Sleep Token as its Artist of the Year with a special collector’s edition. Get it here.

Having shot Sleep Token at Blue Ridge Rock Fest, it’s clear the band is making a massive amount of new fans with each live show. Get tickets to any event near you that is possible. It’s worth experiencing Sleep Token live.

The Ohio Hopefuls release new single, “Tiger Pride”

Ohio-based pop-punk/emo band The Ohio Hopefuls have unleashed their newest track, “Tiger Pride”.

A band with roots stemming from two decades ago, high-school friends Cody/Cory Ridenour and Brandon Shepherd reconnected last year to revive The Ohio Hopefuls and give it new life. The result is a pop-punk, emo-adjacent throwback sound that is reminiscent of stalwarts like Hawthorne Heights as much as it can be in the same breath as newcomers such as Driveways.

The band has geared up for lots of new music for a while now with other singles like “Purple People Eater” and “Sidewalk Chalk”, but “Tiger Pride” resembles a more mature, grounded sound featuring power chords, emphatic vocal delivery, and angst-riddled lyricism. With synth and guitar riffs abound, it’s more than a surface-level emo track – this is the work of weathered rockers with newfound ambition. A fresh signing to new label Eleven:Twelve Media, The Ohio Hopefuls, now with vocalist Nick Magoteaux and bassist Colin Parent in tow, are chomping at the bit to release a new album, due out very soon.

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Anti-Flag was an American punk rock band formed in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1988. The band was known for its left-wing political activism. For the majority of the band’s career, their members included Justin Sane (vocals and guitar), Chris Head (guitar), Pat Thetic (drums), and Chris Barker, also known as Chris No. 2 (vocals and bass). 

Creed is an American rock band from Tallahassee, Florida formed in 1994. Creed was prominent in the post-grunge movement of the late 1990s and early 2000s, releasing three consecutive multi-platinum albums, with their album, Human Clay (1999) earning diamond certification. 

Blink-182 is an American rock band formed in Poway, California, in 1992. Their current and best-known lineup consists of bassist/vocalist Mark Hoppus, guitarist/vocalist Tom DeLonge, and drummer Travis Barker. 

Michael Stephen Portnoy (born April 20, 1967) is an American musician who is primarily known as the drummer, backing vocalist, and co-founder of the progressive metal band Dream Theater. 

Thy Art Is Murder is an Australian deathcore band from Blacktown, Sydney, that formed in 2006. The band consists of vocalist Tyler Miller, guitarists Sean Delander and Andy Marsh, bassist Kevin Butler and drummer Jesse Beahler. 

Slipknot is an American heavy metal band formed in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1995 by percussionist Shawn Crahan, drummer Joey Jordison and bassist Paul Gray. 

Robert Alan Deal (born May 4, 1951), known professionally as Mick Mars, is an American musician best known as the former lead guitarist and co-founder of the heavy metal band Mötley Crüe. 

Sum 41 is a Canadian rock band from Ajax, Ontario. The band was formed in 1996 and most recently consisted of Deryck Whibley (lead vocals, guitars, keyboards), Dave “Brownsound” Baksh (lead guitar, backing vocals), Jason “Cone” McCaslin (bass, backing vocals), Tom Thacker (guitars, keyboards, backing vocals), and Frank Zummo (drums, percussion, occasional backing vocals). 
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Legendary Pop Icon Adam Ant Announces 2024 American Tour

Adam Ant
Photo by Steven Scouller

Adam Ant is pleased to announce his ANTMUSIC 2024 U.S. tour, which commences March 21st in St. Louis, MO. The English Beat will be supporting on all of the dates.

In the mid-seventies, Adam Ant joined the band Bazooka Joe as a bassist; they played pubs and colleges around London. On one decisive night in November 1975, Adam saw The Sex Pistols playing their first-ever show, supporting Bazooka Joe. The explosive punk band inspired Adam to start something new. He formed The Ants and began performing around London, landing a residency at the legendary Marquee Club. 

In 1979, Adam and the Ants released their debut album, Dirk Wears White Søx, which immediately topped the independant charts. Adam hired the former Sex Pistols manager Malcolm McLaren who suggested a more accessible and pop-oriented, rhythmic variation on punk that inspired a new album, Kings of the Wild Frontier. Released in 1980, it became a worldwide hit, topping the British charts for twelve weeks.* But it was a ferocious ferocious debut performance on Top of the Pops that set fire to the phenomenon. With ‘Antmania’ in full force, Adam received the Brit Award for Best British Album.* 

Stand and Deliver, released in 1981was another chart-topper, and remained in the top spot for five weeks becoming his most successful single, and winning him the prestigious Ivor Novello Award for songwriting. His follow-up record, Prince Charming, went straight to number one, This honor coincided with Adam becoming the first VJ on the brand new 24-hour music video channel, MTV.

Adam’s solo career started with the album, Friend or Foe. which had  three top twenty hits in the Billboard Top 100. “Goody Two Shoes'” was also number one in the UK and Australia. After being voted Sexiest Man Alive by the viewers of MTV, he celebrated this success in the USA with a Best New Artist GRAMMY nomination.

In 1983, he appeared on NBC Television Network’s ‘Motown 25 Special’, alongside Michael Jackson and Diana Ross. He release his second solo album, Strip which was followed by another solo effort, Vive Le Rock, recorded with legendary producer, Tony Visconti. This led to a memorable performance of the title track at Live Aid.

Taking a break from the music business, Adam emerged as an actor, first appearing in theatrical productions then in numerous films that included Nomads, Junk, and Slam Dance!, followed by a string of television shows; La Femme Nikita, Northern Exposure, The Equalizer, and SledgeHammer!  In the 1990s, Adam split his time between acting and music, returning to the studio to record Manners andPhysique, which produced the Top Ten U.K. hit,  “Room at the Top”. In 1994, Adam recorded his next album, Wonderful, at London’s famous Abbey Road studios, the Beatles fabled studio.

It would be twelve years before he would play live again, with an acoustic show, in 2007 at the Bloomsbury Theatre in London, where he read extracts from Stand and Deliver, his recently released brilliant autobiography.

In 2008, Adam was presented with the Q Music Icon Award, placing him alongside fellow recipients Paul McCartney and Bryan Ferry. In 2011, Adam performed at Hard Rock Calling in London’s Hyde Park. After several successful tours of the US, Europe, and Australia, Adam released his first album in 16 years: Adam Ant is the Blueblack Hussar in Marrying the Gunner’s Daughter. 

In 2014, at the Hammersmith Apollo, Adam performed the entire album, Dirk Wears White Søx and released a DVD of the show. Adam finished off 2015 working on the remastered anniversary release of his iconic LP, Kings of the Wild Frontier. With the album back in the charts, the sold-out tour that accompanied it found Adam playing the classic and now iconic album, in sequence, to over 30,000 people. Never one to sit idle, in 2017, Adam toured the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand, performing the Kings of the Wild Frontier album to great acclaim, followed in 2018 with the ANTHEMS Tour, and in 2019, he returned to the U.S. to perform the Friend or Foe album in its entirety. After the global pandemic, Adam embarked on the ANTICS U.K. tour for the Summer of 2022.

Adam Ant is instantly recognized and admired by millions of people around the world. Wherever he performs, there is something personal and unique about his presence that commands attention and respect.

TOUR DATES
Mar 21—-St Louis, MO———-The Pageant
Mar 22—-Kansas City, MO—–Uptown Theater
Mar 23—-Minneapolis, MN—–Uptown Theater Minneapolis
Mar 25—-Milwaukee, WI——–The Pabst Theater
Mar 26—-Chicago, IL————-Auditorium Theater
Mar 27—-Indianapolis, IN——- Egyptian Room at Old National Center
Mar 29—-Detroit, MI————–Masonic Temple Theater
Mar 30—-Akron, OH————–Goodyear Theater
Apr 1——Boston, MA————-The Wilbur
Apr 2——Derry, NH—————Tupelo Music Hall
Apr 3——New Brunswick, NJ–State Theatre New Jersey
Apr 5——Patchogue, NY——–The Patchogue Theater
Apr 6——Mashantucket, CT—-Foxwoods Resort Casino
Apr 7——New York, NY———-Palladium Times Square
Apr 9——Glenside, PA———–Keswick Theater
Apr 10—-Wash, DC—————Warner Theater
Apr 12—-Durham, NC————DPAC
Apr 13—-Pelham, TN————The Caverns
Apr 14—-Atlanta. GA————-The Eastern
Apr 16—-Dallas, TX—————Majestic Theater
Apr 17—-San Antonio, TX——-Charlene McCombs Empire Theater
Apr 19—-New Orleans, LA——The Fillmore
Apr 20—-Houston, TX————Bayou Music Center
Apr 21—-Austin, TX—————ACL Live at the Moody Theater
Apr 23—-Oklahoma City, OK—Tower Theater
Apr 24—-Albuquerque, NM—–Revel
Apr 26—-Las Vegas, NV———Event Lawn at Virgin Hotel Las Vegas
May 2—–Seattle, WA————-Neptune Theater
May 3—–Salem, OR————–Elsinore Theater
May 5—–Salt Lake City, UT—–Eccles Theater
May 6—–Denver, CO————-Paramount Theater
May 8—–Colorado Springs, CO–PIkes Peak Center
May 10—Phoenix, AZ————- Celebrity Theater
May 11—Pasadena, CA———–Cruel World Festival

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DRAGONFORCE Releases New Song, “Power of the Saber Blade”

Dragonforce
Photo Credit: Travis Shinn

Extreme power metal unit DRAGONFORCE is featured on Beat Saber’s Original Soundtrack 6 with their new song, “Power of the Saber Blade”, originally composed for the best-selling, award-winning VR game. DRAGONFORCE‘s “Power of the Saber Blade” will be the fastest song ever introduced in Beat Saber at a mind-blowing 10.66 NPS (notes per second). The song comes alongside a gripping music video, drawing the listener into the exciting Beat Saber universe.

“Power of the Saber Blade” is part of the sixth installation of the Original Soundtrack, affectionately known as OST, which is a free release for all players. OST 6 will feature four songs, including other high-profile artists such as Lindsey Stirling, Camellia, and Far Out. All songs were exclusively composed for Beat Saber and will be world-wide premieres. DRAGONFORCE has been a community request for a long time, so the Beat Games team is honored to have a completely original song by them in Beat Saber.

DRAGONFORCE Guitarist Herman Li adds:
“It’s truly an honour for DRAGONFORCE to create an exclusive track for Beat Saber, a game we are wholeheartedly passionate about. We hope fans will discover the exhilaration of ‘Power of the Saber Blade,’ finding it both enjoyable and challenging across all levels. We’re eagerly anticipating the skillful attempts on Expert+” 

All OST songs (including OST 6) are Content ID free. This means that influencers, streamers and regular players can stream the songs without limitations or fear of getting copyright claims or strikes on social media or platforms like YouTube, Twitch, etc. None of the OST 6 songs are limited by UMPG restrictions, so tracks can be posted to any platform without limitations.

Pre-Order Your Copy of DRAGONFORCE’s New Album Warp Speed Warriors NOW

Herman Li on Warp Speed Warriors:
“After four years of creative incubation, we are beyond excited to release what we believe to be our most ambitious and grandiose record yet. This album showcases multiple facets of our artistic abilities, and we invite metal aficionados from every corner of the genre to discover something captivating within its layers. We can’t wait to share this chapter of our musical journey with you, it’s going to be EPIC!”

Warp Speed Warriors Tracklist:
1. Astro Warrior Anthem
2. Power of the Triforce
3. Kingdom of Steel
4. Burning Heart
5. Space Marine Corp
6. Doomsday Party
7. Prelude to Darkness
8. The Killer Queen
9. Pixel Prison

Warp Speed Warriors will be available in the following formats:      

  • 2CD Deluxe Box incl. Bonus Jewel Case CD with 5 bonus tracks, wristband (embroided), poster flag (100x70cm), gaming coin keyring/pendant (with leathercord), packed in a gym bag (Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive) – strictly limited to 300 copies worldwide
  • 1LP Gatefold TURQUOISE marbled Vinyl incl. slipmat, record butler (Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive) – strictly limited to 200 copies worldwide
  • 1LP Gatefold PURPLE Vinyl (Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive) – strictly limited to 400 copies worldwide
  • 1LP Gatefold ORANGE Vinyl (Retail UK exclusive) – strictly limited to 300 copies              
  • 1LP Gatefold BLACK Vinyl
  • 1CD Digisleeve incl. 1 Bonus Track
  • Digital Album incl. 3 Bonus Tracks

DRAGONFORCE Live:
 
European Tour 2024
Co-headline w/ Amaranthe & Special Guest Infected Rain
21.02.24 DE – Hamburg / Große Freiheit 36
22.02.24 DE – Berlin / Huxleys Neue Welt
23.02.24 DE – Leipzig / Haus Auensee
24.02.24 DE – Oberhausen / Turbinenhalle
25.02.24 NL – Tilburg / 013 Poppodium
27.02.24 DK – Copenhagen / Amager Bio
28.02.24 NO – Oslo / Sentrum Scene
29.02.24 SE – Gothenburg / Trädgår’n
03.03.24 LV – Riga / Melna Piektdiena
04.03.24 PL – Warsaw / Progresja
06.03.24 CZ – Brno / Sono Centrum
07.03.24 AT – Vienna / Gasometer
08.03.24 HU – Budapest / Barba Negra Red Stage
09.03.24 DE – Munich / TonHalle
10.03.24 IT – Milan / Live Club
12.03.24 ES – Madrid / Sala La Riviera
13.03.24 ES – Barcelona / Sala Apolo I
15.03.24 DE – Wiesbaden / Schlachthof
16.03.24 CH – Zurich / Komplex 457
17.03.24 BE – Brussels / AB Box
19.03.24 DE – Stuttgart / LKA Longhorn
20.03.24 FR – Paris / Bataclan
22.03.24 UK – Bristol / O2 Academy
23.03.24 UK – Manchester / Manchester Academy
24.03.24 UK – London / The Roundhouse

Formed in 1999, DRAGONFORCE has captivated audiences worldwide with their highly successful records and iconic singles, including the platinum-selling hit “Through the Fire and Flames” – the ultimate challenge for gamers on the legendary “Guitar Hero III: Legends Of Rock”.  Renowned for their epic compositions that expand the boundaries of heavy metal, on their highly anticipated new full-length, DRAGONFORCE explore a wider range of varying musical styles than ever before, evolving their sound throughout the exciting musical journey.

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Sleep Token Announce Radio City Music Hall Performance Set

Come May 22, New York City shall gather in Worship at the esteemed Radio City Music Hall for an exclusive Sleep Token performance.

Those wishing to attend may register their interest at www.teethofgod.com to obtain their unique access code, in preparation for the exclusive pre-sale window, which is set for Thursday, December 7 at 10am ET.

The regular on-sale is set for Friday, December 8 at 10am ET at this location.

Sleep Token released their third studio album, Take Me Back To Eden, via Spinefarm. Listen here. The album has garnered over 300 million streams, while “The Summoning” has reached over 75 million streams.

The artist also enjoyed a completely sold out North American tour this past fall.

A completely sold-out show at the famed OVO Wembley Arena is set for December 16.

Additionally, Revolver is celebrating Sleep Token with a special collector’s edition. Get it here.

2023 has been the year of Sleep Token.

Available album tracks, “Chokehold,” “The Summoning,” “Aqua Regia,” “Granite,” and “Vore” have collectively amassed over 85 million streams, whilst standout single “The Summoning” has generated some 75 million streams alone, causing the track to trend on Twitter and take the #1 song spot on a host of international Spotify viral charts, as well as being selected as a “YouTube Trending Artist On The Rise,” featuring on YouTube’s homepage, viewed by millions of people every day. 

The unprecedented accolades keep rolling in, between the fact that ST has never played a headline show in the UK that didn’t sell out, “Aqua Regia” picking up consistent airplay on the Radio One “Future Sounds” show hosted by Clara Amfo, plus huge pop star Demi Lovato sharing Sleep Token’s music with her 153 million Instagram followers, Sleep Token consistently smash boundaries that they refused to acknowledge in the first place. 

And even though Sleep Token notoriously do not speak to the press (out of necessity, not ego or gimmick), media can’t help but write about the phenomenon, reporting on the band’s every move; NME note, “Sleep Token offer their fans an entire world to immerse themselves in if they so wish. It’s a place of escapism, and the foundation of a huge fan community that’s dedicated to studying the band’s creativity. While they have the same fervor as any other fandom, there’s still a notable difference.” Elsewhere, Metal Hammer called them “the most exciting band in metal right now.”

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Sonic Temple 2024 Lineup Announced ft. Slipknot, Disturbed, More

Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival
Returns May 2024
ft. Slipknot, Disturbed, and More

Passes On Sale Friday, December 8
At 10:00 AM ET At www.SonicTempleFestival.com

After roaring back into Columbus, Ohio in 2023, Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival turns the volume up to 11 in 2024 with its biggest event ever, May 16-19 at Historic Crew Stadium. Festival producer Danny Wimmer Presents is adding a 4th stage and 40 more bands, plus art activations, for nonstop entertainment over four full days at The Pinnacle of Rock Festivals in America.

Headlining Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival are some of rock and metal’s biggest artists including Disturbed (Thursday), The Original Misfits (Friday), Pantera (Saturday) and Slipknot (Sunday). Additional performers include Evanescence, Limp Bizkit, Judas Priest, Staind, Breaking Benjamin, A Day To Remember, Falling In Reverse, Sleep Token, Rise Against, 311, Seether, In This Moment, Mudvayne, Cypress Hill, Sum 41, Kerry King, Mr. Bungle, Theory of a Deadman, Anthrax and many others. 120 bands in total will play across four stages for the first time in the festival’s history, also marking more stages and bands than ever before at an event at Historic Crew Stadium.

Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival passes go on sale Friday, December 8 at 10:00 AM ET with payment plans available for just $10 down at www.SonicTempleFestival.com. In addition, an exclusive Sonic Temple presale for festival email and SMS subscribers begins Wednesday, December 6 at 10:00 AM ET. Sign up now for access here.

David Draiman of Disturbed says, “We can’t wait to be back headlining Sonic Temple once again. Playing in front of all those rock fans at Historic Crew Stadium in Ohio has always been an amazing time for us.”

Historic Crew Stadium is such a special place to not only DWP, but rock fans in America, as thousands of fans discovered their first rock festival in the U.S. right here in Columbus,” says Chamie McCurry, Chief Marketing Officer at Danny Wimmer Presents. “We’re beyond thrilled to elevate Sonic Temple by introducing a fourth stage and over 40 additional bands, all without increasing prices. It’s our commitment to giving fans more rock for their buck! Sonic Temple is the ultimate destination where music, art, and food unite to create a community that will be remembered for years to come.”

The current Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival 2024 music lineup is as follows, with more to be announced: Slipknot, Pantera, Disturbed, The Original Misfits, Evanescence, Limp Bizkit, Judas Priest, Staind, Breaking Benjamin, A Day To Remember, Falling In Reverse, Sleep Token, Rise Against, 311, Seether, In This Moment, Mudvayne, Cypress Hill, Sum 41, Kerry King, Mr. Bungle, Theory of a Deadman, Anthrax, Polyphia, Architects, Royal Blood, Bad Religion, Clutch, STARSET, Black Veil Brides, Wage War, Tech N9ne, Electric Callboy, Slaughter To Prevail, In Flames, Avatar, Atreyu, Flyleaf W/ Lacey Sturm, L7, The Amity Affliction, August Burns Red, Living Colour, Machine Head, P.O.D., Movements, Code Orange, THE CHATS, The Ghost Inside, Baroness, Of Mice & Men, Kittie, Destroy Boys, Drain, Apocalyptica, Jehnny Beth, Enter Shikari, All That Remains, Kid Kapichi, Reignwolf, Dirty Honey, POLARIS, While She Sleeps, Saint Asonia, Saliva, Helmet, Magnolia Park, New Years Day, Kim Dracula, Kublai Khan TX, Bob Vylan, Red Fang, Currents, Soulfly, Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes, FLAT BLACK, Nova Twins, Miss May I, Drowning Pool, Taproot, Taipei Houston, Terror, Gel, Fleshwater, Scowl, Militarie Gun, Nita Strauss, Dead Poet Society, LACUNA COIL, PLUSH, SiM, Nonpoint, Tim Montana, Point North, FIRE FROM THE GODS, Eva Under Fire, Blind Channel, The Chisel, Spite, Harms Way, Bodysnatcher, I SEE STARS, RAIN CITY DRIVE, Crobot, Sleep Theory, Imminence, Return To Dust, Bad Nerves, Empire State Bastard, GIDEON, Catch Your Breath, Calva Louise, VUKOVI, Moon Fever, Dying Wish, thrown, HotBox, TX2, Lø Spirit, Fuming Mouth and Mike’s Dead.

In addition to 120 music artists and four stages during the four-day event, Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival also offers art installations, partner experiences, award-winning spirits, and delectable eats. Knotfest has heralded Sonic Temple for providing “a slate of historic performances” while Columbus Underground has said the festival “proves that rock can unite in unexpected ways.”

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Pass options for Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival include single day and weekend VIP (with access to the VIP area, field, and stadium), Field GA (access to field and stadium) and Stadium GA. Stadium passes allow close general admission access for stages 2, 3 and 4, but only provide stadium seating for the main stage. In addition, those who purchase Columbus Owner’s Club passes will enjoy the ultimate VIP experience. And for the first time ever, Sonic Temple fans can live the sweet life by securing their own suite to entertain and party like a rockstar. For all pass details and prices, visit https://sonictemplefestival.com/passes/. Festivalgoers are encouraged to buy early to save, as pass prices increase throughout the coming months, based on quantities of each pricing level. A limited number of specially priced tickets for military personnel and first responders are on sale now via GovX, while supplies last.

Festival attendees can enhance their Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival experience by RV camping adjacent to the venue parking lot. Camping offers the quickest access to the stages and comes with in and out festival privileges. The festival campgrounds are open Wednesday, May 15 through Monday, May 20. Please note that camping passes are incredibly limited.

The JamPack hotel package also allows fans to bundle festival passes, hotel and more and save up to 40%. Visit https://sonictemplefestival.com/passes/ for details.

Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival is produced by Danny Wimmer Presents, one of the largest independent producers of destination music festivals in America.

Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival is proud to announce its 2024 premier partners: Bud Light, Jack Daniel’s and Lyte.

For more information on Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival, visit:
Website: https://sonictemplefestival.com
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