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The Mars Volta “Palm Full of Crux (Acoustic)” Out Now

By
Ana Santos
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Photo by Clemente Ruiz

“Palm Full Of Crux (Acoustic)”, a new single taken from The Mars Volta’s upcoming album ‘Que Dios Te Maldiga Mi Corazon’, is out today and available to stream on all platforms at this link: https://themarsvolta.lnk.to/PalmFullOfCrux. The official music video for the song can be seen here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdlatLCF4mY

The song follows “Blank Condolences (Acoustic)”, which was released earlier this month with the announcement of the upcoming album.

Much more than a simple “un- plugged” version of ‘The Mars Volta’ – the bands self-titled seventh album and return as a band – this acoustic rendition furthers the mission of the source music, which drew into sharper focus the traditional Latin influences that have always inspired Omar Rodríguez-López and Cedric Bixler-Zavala. This is, says Rodríguez- López, The Mars Volta’s version of a “folk record”, tracing the melodies and rhythms of the parent album back to their traditional Caribbean roots and chal- lenging listeners to hear the group in an entirely new light.

It will be released on April 21, 2023 via Clouds Hill.

The upcoming new album isn’t simply more content, but a bold, radical, political album, and one that recontextualizes the music of the group’s powerful last album within the lineage of the Latin and Caribbean sounds that Rodríguez- López has been mining his entire career, only many ears couldn’t hear past the distorted guitars to know what was going on. The songs are re-orchestrated and set to the traditional Caribbean rhythms that Rodríguez-López grew up on. Here, “Black Condolences” becomes an object lesson in this music, segueing be- tween three different traditional rhythms across its three-and-a-half minutes.

Pre-order for ‘Que Dios Te Maldiga Mi Corazon’ is now available at this link: https://gtly.to/ghq-H4_iz

‘Que Dios Te Maldiga Mi Corazon’ track listing

  1. Blacklight Shine (Acoustic)
  2. Graveyard Love (Acoustic)
  3. Shore Story (Acoustic)
  4. Vigil (Acoustic)
  5. Que Dios Te Maldiga Mi Corazon (Acoustic)
  6. Cerulea (Acoustic)
  7. Flash Burns From Flashbacks (Acoustic)
  8. Palm Full Of Crux (Acoustic)
  9. No Case Gain (Acoustic)
  10. Tourmaline (Acoustic)
  11. Equus 3 (Acoustic)
  12. Collapsible Shoulders (Acoustic)
  13. The Requisition (Acoustic)

For Rodríguez-López, ‘Que Dios Te Maldiga Mi Corazon’ is a long-held dream, finally coming true. “I realized I could finally make a record like this now, I just had to make it happen,” he says. “That was the experiment. And it was super-fun. I feel like The Mars Volta is finally beginning – that’s why the last album was self- titled, because we’ve finally stripped everything away and arrived at what the whole concept was at the beginning. And this acoustic version comes from a profound place, with its own meaning and philosophy, and its own reason for be- ing.”

‘Que Dios Te Maldiga Mi Corazon’ is out April 21, 2023 via Clouds Hill Pre-order it here: https://gtly.to/ghq-H4_iz

Fans will be able to hear the new album a week early via an exclusive pre-listening event will take place April 15 at 4pm ET through The Mars Volta web experience at www.voltacube.com.

Their previous release – the critically acclaimed – ‘The Mars Volta’ is out now and available to stream wherever you consume music. It was the first new music in almost a decade from the band and signified their return. Listen here: https://themarsvolta.lnk.to/TheMarsVoltaPR

The Mars Volta recently announced a string of upcoming headline tour dates that will take place this May and include performances at Shaky Knees Festival in Atlanta, Welcome To Rockville Festival in Daytona, FL and a show supporting Red Hot Chili Peppers in San Diego, CA. Tickets on sale now at www.themarsvoltaofficial.com

The Mars Volta – Upcoming headline tour dates

May 5 – The Masquerade – Atlanta, GA (Shaky Knees pre-show)

May 6 – Shaky Knees Festival – Atlanta, GA

May 9 – The Criterion – Oklahoma City, OK

May 10 – Revel – Albuquerque, NM

May 12 – Snapdragon Stadium – San Diego, CA w/ Red Hot Chili Peppers, Thundercat

May 13 – Marquee Theatre – Tempe, AZ

May 14 – Abraham Chavez Theatre – El Paso, TX

May 16 – Tech Port Center & Arena – San Antonio, TX

May 18 – Orpheum Theatre – New Orleans, LA

May 19 – 713 Music Hall – Houston, TX

May 21 – Welcome To Rockville Festival – Daytona Beach, FL

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THE HU Announce ‘Rumble Of Thunder’: Deluxe Album”

By
Ana Santos
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Photo Credit: Khishigsuren Baasan

Following the success of their acclaimed 2022 sophomore effort RUMBLE OF THUNDER, groundbreaking Mongolian rock group THE HU—who use traditional Mongolian instrumentation, throat singing and perform entirely in their native language—have announced a deluxe version of the album will be released June 30 via Better Noise Music. RUMBLE OF THUNDER: DELUXE ALBUM will further highlight the band’s “stadium-sized metal riffs and thunderous vocal melodies” (Revolver Magazine) with seven new tracks: four acoustic renditions and three newly recorded singles featuring guest appearances and English-translated vocals from some of rock’s top musicians including William DuVall of Alice In Chains, Serj Tankian (System of A Down), DL of Bad Wolves and international solo artist LP (Laura Pergolizzi). Pre-orders for the album across all digital platforms as well as physically on CD and vinyl are available now at https://thehu.ffm.to/rumblethunderdeluxe.

THE HU have today (March 31) unveiled the deluxe album’s second single, the volcanic anthem “Black Thunder (feat. Serj Tankian and DL of Bad Wolves).” Following the release of the eco-conscious single “This Is Mongol (feat. William Duvall of Alice In Chains),” in February, “Black Thunder (feat. Serj Tankian and DL of Bad Wolves)” includes a refreshed look at the culturally shaped track with a new perspective and English-translated vocals. Its original “visually stunning” (Louder Sound) music video was filmed in THE HU’s home country of Mongolia, logging 3 million views to date. The video of the Serj Tankian and DL featured track directed by Michael Lombardi (The Retailiators, Five Finger Death Punch, Papa Roach)–is also out today. View it streaming below or directly HERE.

“‘Black Thunder’—the latest single from our sophomore album, ‘Rumble of Thunder’—is the composition we worked on the longest, and because of that, we recorded many different variations of the song,” shares THE HU band leader GALA. “The lyrics and the video have several different meanings on the surface as well as on a deeper level. Therefore, every version of ‘Black Thunder’ carries a certain unique idea. Our producer and our band members were amazed by the additions that were made by DL and Serj and their unique singing styles, which added to our beloved song. DL’s powerful vocals, topped by the Serj’s signature voice and one-of-a-kind Armenian-American style, is shedding different light to The HU’s music. We hope our fans enjoy this featured version and feel the soul of the song through their ears.”

TANKIAN shares his experience working with THE HU, stating: “I had discovered the Hu’s music from a YouTube video that a friend sent me and was instantly struck by their powerful and delightful merging of Mongolian folk and metal. A few years back I had scored a film called Furious where we also used the legendary Tuva singing and heavy guitars. So, when they reached out to collaborate, I was intrigued. I appreciate the pride with which they represent their culture through music. It led me down a historical rabbit hole of Mongolians and Armenia. Genghis Khan conquered Armenia along with the rest of Europe, but the Mongols also later teamed up with Armenia to fight the Turkish hordes. Happy I had the chance to collaborate with the Hu and learn all of this in the process.”

Says DL: “Working on this version of The HU’s ‘Black Thunder’ was so much fun and so different from what I normally get to do. Their vision, their voices…they’re special. This is more than music, it’s a movement, it’s culture, and I’m honored that I was presented with the opportunity to be part of it.” 

A force to be reckoned with, THE HU’s music has received over 329 million combined streams across digital platforms, 290 million video views, two Top 5 Mainstream Rock charting radio singles, sold-out worldwide headlining tours and appearances at the biggest music festivals across the globe (Download, Coachella, Lollapalooza). The band were the first-ever rock/metal band to be awarded UNESCO’s “Artist For Peace” designation in 2022 and also were the first group and 12th overall recipients of the highest state award in Mongolia, the Order of Genghis Khan, which was granted to the band by the President of Mongolia, Kh. Battulga in 2020. They have further added to these accreditations by becoming the first-ever Mongolian band to perform in the metaverse following their virtual concert, “Rumble of Thunder V1.1,” which took place last night (March 30).

THE HU will continue to bring forth their stimulating live show to fans across the world throughout 2023 with their summer “Rumble of Thunder 2023” European tour which includes appearances at Glastonbury Festival (UK), Hellfest (FR) and a return to Download Festival (UK) plus more. The group will also return to the U.S for festival appearances in the fall at Louder Than Life (9/21-24) in Louisville, KY and Aftershock Festival (10/5-8) in Sacramento, CA. Full dates and ticket information can be found at https://www.thehuofficial.com/tour-1.

THE HU TOUR DATES

6/7     Nickelsdorf, AT – Nova Rock

6/8     Interlaken, CH -Greenfield Festival

6/10   Southampton, UK – Southampton Guildhall

6/11   Donington, UK – Download Festival

6/13   Liverpool, UK – O2 Academy Liverpool

6/14   Bristol, UK – O2 Academy Bristol

6/16   Landgraaf, NL – Pinkpop 2023

6/17   Clisson, FR – Hellfest

6/20   Lille, FR – L’Aeronef

6/21   Norwich, UK – University of East Anglia

6/22   Glasgow, UK – O2 Academy Glasgow

6/23   Newcastle, UK – NX Newcastle

6/24   Somerset, UK – Glastonbury Festival

6/27   Frankfurt, DE – Batschkapp

6/28   Strasbourg, FR – La Laiterie Artefact

6/30   Werchter, BE – Rock Werchter 2023

7/2     Heslinki, FI – Festival Helsinki

7/4     Hamburg, DE – Grosse Freiheit 26

7/5     Luxembourg, LU – Rockhal

7/6     Aix-les-bains, FR – Musilack 2023

7/8     Madrid, ES – Mad Cool Festival 2023

7/10   Marseille, FR – Espace Julien

7/12   Munich, DE – Backstage Werk

7/13   Dresden, DE – Alter Schlachtohf

7/15   Wroclaw, PL – Center Concert A2

7/16   Vizovice, CZ – Masters of Rock

7/17   Budapest, HU – Budapest Park

7/20   Bontida, RO – Electric Castle Festival

7/22   Nordfjordeid, NO – Malakoff Festival

9/23   Louisville, KY – Louder Than Life Festival

10/6   Sacramento, CA – Aftershock Festival 

Find THE HU online at:
Website | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | Spotify

Best New Music Of March 2023 | Fan-Voted Playlist

By
Luke Spencer
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Streamed on New Music Night and voted on by Rocked viewers, this is a playlist of songs all given the highest percentage of positive votes through March of 2023. Each song was played to a live audience and voted on with a thumbs up or thumbs down by each viewer on Twitch.

You can listen to new music live and join the discussion every Sunday at 7PM EST on Twitch. Click here to follow and for go-live notifications. http://twitch.tv/rockednet

Best New Music March 2023 | Spotify Playlist

Best New Music March 2023 | Video Playlist

Best New Music March 2023

Featuring (in order of when added to list):
Powerwolf – “No Prayer At Midnight”
Demi Lovato – “Still Alive”
Enforced – “Hanged By My Hand”
Fencer – “Bad Bet”
Dropkick Murphys – “I Know How It Feels”
Ad Infinitum – “From The Ashes”
Lordi – “Thing In The Cage”
Mike Shinoda and Kailee Morgue – “In My Head”
Spanish Love Songs – “Smile Like You Mean It”
Killing Joke – “Full Spectrum Dominance”
The Menzingers – “Bad Actors”
Epica and Apocalyptica – “Rivers (Live)”
boygenius – “Not Strong Enough”
Kingdom Of Giants – “Wasted Space”
Nothing But Thieves – “Welcome To The DCC”
Rival Sons – “Bird In The Hand”
The Dark Side Of The Moon – “The Gates Of Time”
Locket – “Tear Me To Pieces”
Hollywood Vampires – “I Got A Line On You”
T-Pain – “War Pigs”
Linkin Park – “Fighting Myself”
Babymetal – “Mirror Mirror”
Pete Townshend – “Can’t Outrun The Truth”
Nita Strauss ft. Alice Cooper – “Winner Takes All”
Nothing More ft. Lacey Sturm – “Best Times”
Mammoth WVH – “Another Celebration At The End Of The World”
Daikaiju – “Awakening The Gateway”
In This Moment – “I Would Die For You”
Demi Lovato – “Heart Attack”

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Thanks to everyone that tuned in live on Twitch every Sunday for New Music Night. Click here to follow the Twitch channel and get go-live notifications for New Music Night every Sunday at 7 PM EST: HTTP://twitch.tv/rockednet

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Here are some of the best new rock and metal music that was released this past month:

  • “Another Celebration at the End of the World” by Mammoth WVH: This song is a heavy, driving rocker that is sure to get your head banging. The lyrics are about the end of the world, but the song is actually quite hopeful, as it suggests that we will all find a way to survive.
  • “Winner Takes All” by Nita Strauss and Alice Cooper: This song is a collaboration between two of the most talented guitarists in rock and metal. It is a fast-paced, catchy tune that is sure to get stuck in your head.
  • “Fighting Myself” by Linkin Park: This song is a powerful ballad that deals with the struggles of addiction. The lyrics are honest and heartfelt, and the music is both beautiful and haunting.
  • “The Abyss” by August Burns Red: This song is a technical masterpiece that showcases the band’s incredible musicianship. The lyrics are about the fear of death, but the song is ultimately about hope and perseverance.
  • “Poison Pill” by Silverstein: This song is a catchy, melodic punk rock tune that deals with the topic of suicide. The lyrics are honest and heartbreaking, but the song is ultimately hopeful, as it suggests that there is always hope for those who are struggling.
  • “Hold Me Like a Grudge” by Fall Out Boy: This song is a catchy, pop-punk tune that deals with the topic of heartbreak. The lyrics are honest and relatable, and the music is both fun and catchy.
  • “Slow Down” by As Everything Unfolds: This song is a beautiful, atmospheric ballad that deals with the topic of loss. The lyrics are poetic and moving, and the music is both haunting and beautiful.
  • “Pick a God and Prey” by Metal Church: This song is a heavy, driving metal tune that deals with the topic of religious hypocrisy. The lyrics are angry and confrontational, and the music is both powerful and aggressive.

AFTER THE BURIAL Drop First New Music In 4 Years

By
Ana Santos
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Photo Credit Alexander Bemis

Progressive metal quartet, After The Burial, have released their first new music in 4 years today with the drop of double single ‘Embrace The Infinity‘ which consists of two new tracks – “Nothing Gold” and “Death Keeps Us From Living“. Watch the official music video for “Nothing Gold” HERE and stream both tracks HERE.

Reflecting on the harrowing new single which details the band’s unique experience with the COVID-19 lockdowns, vocalist Anthony Notarmaso reveals

“These songs were written during a hard time in my life. I went to a place that some of us have been before, and some have never come back from. They move on the impermanence of life, that nothing lasts forever and giving in to the loss of control we no longer have when something dear to us ends. But they also remind us that fear, and the past can’t keep us from living. 

“After the world turned upside down, like a lot of people, we found ourselves searching for inspiration. Exploring different avenues to express our creativity seemed to leave us lost. Instead, we found solace in going back to our roots and writing what we know and love. These songs are undeniably After The Burial, but with a modern twist. We hope you enjoy this next journey with us.”

The new tracks follow 2019’s monolithic effort ‘Evergreen’, and tackles the familiar themes of isolation, loss, and hopelessness that arise in such uncertain times. However, in true After The Burial fashion, they are brought to life with a healthy dose of resilience and perseverance that is palpable in every sense. The result is a triumphant step forward into the band’s future, set to the backdrop of evocative vocals, intricate guitar riffs, and inventive rhythms that further push the sonic boundaries of their core sound.

Even in crisis, After The Burial managed to craft compelling new music to not only keep the show rolling but provide solace and healing for themselves more than anything else. Today, they are happy to reveal that they have grown exponentially and gained a valuable new perspective.

Perhaps the more vulnerable song of the pair is “Death Keeps Us From Living,” which touches on the painful loss of several loved ones and, in many ways, Notarmaso’s intimate and personal ruminations on his mortality. “Fear will keep you from living your life and going after your dreams,” Notarmaso states. “This song is about healing and moving on. I think that’s why After The Burial is still a band. We’re resilient and all we can do is keep moving forward. If my pain can help even one person, I will make that sacrifice for the rest of my life.”

After The Burial are putting the finishing touches on their yet-to-be-announced seventh studio album, and will soon embark on a massive North American tour with Spiritbox and Intervals. The band will also be appearing at Milwaukee Metal Fest in May. Full routing below. For tickets and more info go to aftertheburial.co

Eternal Blue US Tour

Spritibox, After The Burial and Intervals

4/10 – Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom

4/11 – Seattle, WA @ Neptune Theatre

4/12 – Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater

4/14 – Sacramento, CA @ Ace of Spades

4/15 – San Diego, CA @ Observatory North Park

4/16 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern

4/17 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren

4/19 – Denver, CO @ Summit Music Hall

4/21 – Dallas, TX @ Echo Music Hall

4/22 – Austin, TX @ Emo’s

4/23 – Houston, TX @ House of Blues

4/25 – Atlanta, GA @ Buckhead Theatre

4/26 – Orlando, FL @ House of Blues

4/28 – Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore

4/29 – Boston, MA @ House of Blues

4/30 – New York, NY @ Irving Plaza

5/02 – Philadelphia, PA @ TLA

5/04 – Toronto, ON @ The Danforth Music Hall

5/05 – Detroit, MI @ Saint Andrew’s Hall

5/06 – Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues

5/08 – Chicago, IL @ House of Blues

5/10 – Minneapolis, MN @ The Fillmore

Milwaukee Metal Fest

5/26-5/28 – Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave / Eagles Club

Follow After The Burial:
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Power Trip Festival Announced ft. Iron Maiden, Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica, TOOL, & More

By
Luke Spencer
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Power Trip Festival
GOLDENVOICE PRESENTS POWER TRIP
OCTOBER 6, 7 AND 8, 2023
AT THE EMPIRE POLO CLUB IN INDIO, CA,

THE WORLD’S GREATEST LIVE MUSIC DESTINATION
AND HOME OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL
A THREE-NIGHT EVENT SET IN BACKDROP OF THE AUTUMN DESERT
FEATURING SIX LOUD AND POWERFUL HEADLINERS 
REGISTER NOW FOR ACCESS TO TICKETS STARTING
THURSDAY, APRIL 6 AT 10:00 AM (PT) ON POWERTRIP.LIVE

A massive wall of sound will emerge in the desert this fall at the world’s greatest live music destination Empire Polo Club in Indio, CA with the arrival of POWER TRIP. It’s a three-day historic event set for October 6, 7 and 8 that will bring together six iconic bands that define loud and powerful music: Guns N’ Roses and Iron Maiden (Friday, October 6), AC/DC and Ozzy Osbourne (Saturday, October 7) and Metallica and Tool (Sunday, October 8).

This unique night-time desert setting with unmatched concert production will amplify the experience beyond the traditional stadium or parking lot concert norm with three double-billed headlining performances. This is the most rocking line-up to ever perform in an unparalleled location for heavy music audiences looking for an unforgettable weekend escape.

3-Day General Admission tickets start at $599 + fees, or turn the volume up with The Pit, Reserved Floor, Grandstand Seating options, and various VIP Packages. Learn more and register for first access to tickets starting Thursday, April 6 at 10:00 AM (PT) on powertrip.live. 50/50 payment plan available for general admission tickets.

Camping Trip: Camp at the Trip in ease. Options include Car & Tent Camping, ready-to-go 2 person Lodge/4 person tents, RV spots and more. Amenities and activities are available for all campers.

Accommodations include hotel packages: Bundle your Power Trip tickets with nearby hotel accommodations and “any line” shuttle passes. Available for groups of 2 or 4 people, exclusively through Valley Music Travel. Packages start at $3,199 + fees.

Music fans who want to commemorate the weekend can pre-order a Power Trip Commemorative Print. Frame the Power Trip memories by purchasing a premium quality giclee print poster delivered in advance of the show. Designed and printed by artist J. Bannon (and limited to 300), the posters are available in 18″x24″ on fine art textured stock.

For more information about Power Trip Festival ticket types, packages and more, head to powertrip.live.

Connect with Power Trip:
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Power Trip Festival is a new music festival coming to the Coachella Valley in October 2023. The three-day event will feature performances by some of the biggest names in hard rock and metal, including AC/DC, Metallica, Iron Maiden, Guns N’ Roses, Ozzy Osbourne, and Tool.

The festival will take place at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, the same venue that hosts Coachella and Stagecoach. Tickets for Power Trip are on sale now, starting at $599 for a three-day pass.

Power Trip is being produced by Goldenvoice, the company behind Coachella and other major music festivals. The festival is part of a growing trend of large-scale hard rock and metal festivals, such as Louder Than Life and Aftershock.

Pixies Announce Leg 3rd North American 2023 Tour

By
Ana Santos
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Today, indie rock kingpins Pixies and Modest Mouse announce they will be joining forces for the third and final leg of Pixies’ 2023 North American tour. With Special Guest Cat Power, the third leg kicks off August 20 at the Stone Pony Summerstage, Asbury Park, NJ, wrapping up in California mid-September, with more shows to be announced soon.  Tickets will be on sale this Friday, March 31 at 10AM (local) and can be purchased here: https://bnds.us/ziwfqx

The third North American leg this year is also the final leg for Pixies’ 2022-2023 World Tour that launched in March 2022 and will finish in September 2023. The tour has seen the band play sold out shows across North America, the UK, Europe, South America, Japan, Australia and New Zealand. Pixies have just wrapped a month-long headline run across Europe and the UK.

Pixies 2022-2023 World Tour is in support of the band’s latest album Doggerel (BMG) about which the NME reported “is the most inventive since their reunion nearly two decades ago.”  American Songwriter’s Alli Patton wrote, “The Pixies’ new album, Doggerel is ominous, haunting, and gruesome, heavy with treacherous sounds that indulge in an equal softness. The drums punch and the bass slinks along in a mucky mire of a beat, but those harsh sounds are met with a cosmic velvet, a cushy patchwork of breath and light. The album is Medieval in the Space Age. It’s a somber march to the executioner’s block and a celestial trek among the Pleiades. Doggerel’s lyrics are whimsical but insightful in the Pixies’ irreverent songwriting fashion. Charming and yet still sagely.”

Pixies’ concerts are well-known for being “one-of-a-kind,” as the band has no pre-determined set lists, the “next song” is the one that “feels right,” so you’ll never see the same show twice. And the song choices go deep, as the band – Black Francis/guitar, vocals, Joey Santiago/guitar, David Lovering/drums, background vocals, and Paz Lenchantin/bass, background vocals) come on to every stage prepared to play any of the 90-100 songs they’ve rehearsed. 

Confirmed dates for all three North American tour legs are as follows:

LEG ONE: (various support acts):

MAY 2023

 4 Fox Theater, Oakland, CA

 5 BeachLife Festival, Redondo Beach, CA

 6 Golden State Theatre, Monterey, CA

 8 The Van Buren, Phoenix, AZ

 9 Lensic Performing Arts Center, Santa Fe, NM

10 The Mission Ballroom, Denver, CO

12 Encore Theatre at Wynn, Las Vegas, NV

13 Encore Theatre at Wynn, Las Vegas, NV

14 Kilby Block Party, Utah State Park, Salt Lake City, UT (Festival)

18 Teatro Metopólitan, Cuauhtémoc, Mexico

21 Corona Capital 2023, Mexico, Mexico

LEG TWO (with Franz Ferdinand and Bully):

JUNE 2023 

 8 MGM Music Hall at Fenway, Boston, MA

 9 The Met, Philadelphia, PA

10 The Anthem, Washington, D.C.

12 Kemba Live!, Columbus, OH

13 Stage AE, Pittsburgh, PA

14 Andrew J. Brady Music Center, Cincinnati, OH

16 Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh, NC

17 Rabbit Rabbit, Asheville, NC

18 Bonnaroo, Manchester, TN (Festival)

20 Coca-Coca Roxy, Atlanta, GA

21 The Fillmore, New Orleans, LA

23 Bayou Music Center, Houston, TX

24 Southside Ballroom, Dallas, TX

25 Moody Amphitheatre, Austin, TX

LEG THREE: (co-headline with Modest Mouse, special guest Cat Power):

AUGUST 2023

20 Stone Pony Summerstage, Asbury Park, NJ

21 The Rooftop at Pier 17 – New York, NY

22 The Rooftop at Pier 17 – New York, NY

24 Hartford HealthCare Amphitheatre, Bridgeport, CT

25 Brewery Ommegang, Cooperstown, NY

26 MASS MoCA, North Adams, MA

28 Artpark Amphitheater, Lewiston, NY

29 TCU Amphitheatre at White River State Park, Indianapolis, IN

30 Salt Shed – Outdoors, Chicago, Il

SEPTEMBER 2023

 2 Gerald R. Ford Amphitheatre, Vail, CO

 4 Outlaw Field at the Idaho Botanical Garden, Boise, ID

 6 Pavilion at Riverfront, Spokane, WA

 7 Kettlehouse Amphitheatre, Bonner, MT

 8 Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA

 9 Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Cenrer, Vancouver, BC

12 McMenamins Edgefield, Troutdale, OR

13 McMenamins Edgefield, Troutdale, OR

15 Oxbow RiverStage,Oxbow Commons, Napa, CA

16 Gallagher Square, San Diego, CA

SKINDRED Release New Single “Set Fazers”

By
Ana Santos
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Having blasted dancefloors to smithereens just before Christmas with their ferocious anthem ‘Gimme That Boom’, Skindred return with another instant classic in the form of ‘Set Fazers’. The second single to be taken from their forthcoming album Smile it’s an addictive sci-fi slam-dunk designed to quake arenas and festivals around the planet this summer.
 
Lead singer Benji Webbe states, “Star date 22.3.23: With this song we’re going boldly going where no ragga-metal has gone before. We come in peace, L.O.V.E and unity, to bring Skindred’s outergalactic sound-system to the infinite expanse of the cosmos.”
 
And that galactic soundsystem comes under attack in the ridiculously entertaining video for ‘Set Fazers’, where the band are hunted down on the streets of London and ‘fazered’ by a giggling purple assassin. It also features social media star Shin who sparked a Skindred-shaped Tik Tok dance craze last month, so the band invited him on set to bring his moves to ‘Set Fazers’.
 
Skindred drummer Arya Goggin explains, “The idea with the ‘Set Fazers’ video was to make a Sci Fi meets Dancehall epic! Through TikTok we met an amazing dancer called Shin (whose dance to our song ‘Nobody’ went viral earlier this year) and he’s added his unique style to the video too. We had so much fun filming it and can’t wait to share it with everyone.”

Both ‘Set Fazers’ and ‘Gimme That Boom’ will be igniting moshpits and stages in coming months as Skindred headline both Takedown and Dominion Festivals in the UK before heading out on a massive arena run as Special Guests of American legends KISS on their much-anticipated farewell tour. The band will also be bringing their unparalleled live set to the main stages of 2000 Trees and Maid Of Stone Festivals in the UK, plus appearances at various European festivals this summer.
 
Their new album Smile is set to be hailed as the band’s masterpiece; an album that brings together all facets of Skindred’s music – from reggae to metal, rock to pop, dub to electro – into the most mind-expanding and potent collection of songs, designed to melt stereos around the world. It’s their eighth long-player and their first for Earache Records, with whom they signed a global four-album deal last year.

UK 2023 TOUR DATES
8th April: Portsmouth, Takedown Festival *
7th May: Durham, Dominion Festival *
3rd June: Plymouth, Home Park Stadium **
5th June: Birmingham, Resorts World Arena **
6th June: Newcastle, Utilita Arena **
7th June: Austria, Novarock Festival
5th July: London, The O2 **
7th July: Manchester, AO Arena **
8th July: Glasgow, OVO Hydro **
9th July: Cheltenham, 2000 Trees Festival
23rd July: Maidstone, Maid Of Stone Festival
2nd August: Germany, Wacken Festival
 
* festival headliner
** KISS special guests

For tickets & more details go to www.skindred.net/live

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Fall Out Boy – So Much (For) Stardust | Album Review

By
Luke Spencer
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Fall Out Boy So Much (For) Stardust

We were teased with “Love On The Other Side” which is the best Fall Out Boy song in over 10 years. This is not an awful album, there’s nothing that’s flat-out unlistenable. But it’s also the equivalent of a “shoulder shrug” for Fall Out Boy. Some of the songs are greatly outdated as you can tell they were written early pandemic. You then have Ethan Hawk show up for…reasons. Fall Out Boy try their hand and full pop production on some songs, abandoning rock, even some R&B flair with “Heaven, Iowa” which… wasn’t as sexy as they tried to make it sound. It’s truly harmless and it’s not played poorly, the overwriting and punny, smart hooks are still there. Again, it’s not an awful album. It’s just a shame because outside of “Love On The Other Side” and “Heartbreak Feels So Good”, there is a whole lot of shoulder shrugs. So much for…a big comeback. 6/10.

Fall Out Boy So Much (For) Stardust Album Review

Is Fall Out Boy Overrated?

Fall Out Boy is an American rock band formed in Wilmette, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago, in 2001. The band consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Patrick Stump, bassist Pete Wentz, drummer Andy Hurley, and guitarist Joe Trohman.[a] The band originated from Chicago’s hardcore punk scene and was formed by Wentz and Trohman as a pop-punk side project; Stump joined shortly thereafter. The group went through a succession of drummers before Hurley joined.

So Much (for) Stardust is the eighth studio album by the American rock band Fall Out Boy. The album was released on March 24, 2023 on Fueled by Ramen and DCD2. The album reunites the band with producer Neal Avron, who last produced Folie à Deux (2008), and also marks the band’s return to their original record label Fueled By Ramen, which last released Take This to Your Grave (2003). The first single from the album, “Love from the Other Side”, was released on January 18, 2023, alongside the official announcement of the album.

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August Burns Red – Death Below | Album Review

By
Michael Reitemeier
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August Burns Red is a group that’s synonymous with the word “metalcore” at this point. They should be – as the band turns twenty years old this month, their longevity has outlasted the majority of the genre and stayed steadfast to their roots, whereas their genre companions settled down their sounds. Truly a case of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”, we’ve come to expect ABR’s brand of tempo-changes, breakdowns, chugging riffs, and minimal clean vocals for two decades. That changes with their tenth album, Death Below, as this is the first occassion where August Burns Red departs from their norm and introduces a more progressive, deliberate presentation. So, how does this change in sound pan out for longtime listeners like myself?

After Death Below sets its tone with opener “Premonition”, “The Cleansing” marks the album’s first outlier – a nearly eight-minute track. As August Burns Red songs are typically 3 to 4 minute affairs, this is a curveball that is steadied by a shift from minor key to major key after its bridge. With more blast beats than usual, clean vocals, and a perfect transition into the next track, ABR shows the listener they’re branching out from their winning formula. “Ancestry” follows up with thrashy riffs, a feature from Killswitch Engage’s Jesse Leach, and a certain desperate anguish to its lyricism that makes it the takeaway single from Death Below.

“Tightrope” brings another guest in Jason Richardson ripping a positively gnarly guitar solo in another shreddy track from August Burns Red. With another seamless transition into interlude “Fool’s Goold in the Bear Trap”, it’s evident that Death Below is best enjoyed as a whole instead of mindlessly throwing it on to listen in the background; think of it more like an Opeth/Between the Buried and Me long-form experience rather than old Architects/Texas in July throwing breakdown after breakdown at you. “Backfire” contains my favorite ABR lyric as its closer: “Endless belief in a liar leads to a violent backfire”.

As the back half of Death Below continues into the 30-minute mark, “Revival”s throwback opening metalcore riff is a surefire delight for longtime listeners, plus a neat nice bass run within its bridge. As “Dark Divide” comes on, the aforementioned tempo-change breakdown fans have come to love ABR for hits as this track takes a slow yet heavy pace and even introduces some subtle synth for keen-eared listeners. Expect both chugging riffs and more clean vocals in “Deadbolt” as Death Below nears its end. JT Cavey of ERRA guests in “The Abyss” and fittingly has a punchy, staccato’d breakdown come on before his entrance. “Reckoning” is the closer that also nears eight minutes, welcoming Spencer Chamberlain of Underoath and sending the listener off with everything Death Below had to offer and more with grace.

Death Below is an absolute dark horse within August Burns Red’s discography. While it’s a moderate departure in the band’s sound, it’s also proof that 20 years in, these musicians are still worthy of being a household name in metalcore. Death Below is undoubtedly a record that needs your attention and a full 53-minute dedication to get the most out of it, but that’ll be no problem for -core fans willing to engage in their listen. Between Jake’s stalwart vocal performance, JB/Brent’s ability to still craft guitar runs that boggle the mind, Matt’s unmatched drum fills, and Dustin’s supplemental highs, August Burns Red is experiencing something of a renaissance in Death Below and fans young and old will want to come back to this one.

Rating: 4/5

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Walk Off the Earth Announces Summer Tour with Lindsey Stirling

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Ana Santos
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Multi-platinum musical phenomenon Walk Off the Earth will join electronic violinist, dancer and artist Lindsey Stirling on a 20+ date summer tour set to kick off in Bridgeport, CT on Tuesday, August 1. Tickets are on-sale now! PRESS HERE for more information – full routing can be found below. In conjunction with this announcement, the band has also released a reimagined, sped-up version of their record-breaking hit single “My Stupid Heart” – PRESS HERE to listen. Walk Off the Earth kicked off 2023 with the original version and took streaming, Hot AC Radio and TikTok by storm with what has become their most successful single to date – garnering 1 million weekly streams, 1 billion YouTube views, 190 million TikTok views and counting, a performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, a version featuring Lauv and so much more.

Walk Off the Earth is a Juno Award-winning multi-platinum musical phenomenon. In the past couple of years alone they have headlined Red Rocks Amphitheater and Wembley Arena, sold out the historic Sydney Opera House, notched a top-10 single in Canada for 30 straight weeks and made it all the way to the top of the Pop Albums chart in the United States. They’ve collaborated with artists from all genres including Snoop Dogg, Sarah Silverman, Keith Urban, Steve Aoki, Lukas Graham and many more; sold millions of copies of their recordings and racked up billions of streams along the way. Since the group’s inception, WOTE has continued to push the boundaries of what an artist can and can’t do. Their YouTube covers have won them Streamy awards (the highest accolade in the online space), their renditions of the national anthem have been performed at major sporting events such as the NBA Finals, and their original songs have earned numerous high-profile accolades (“Red Hands” achieved #1 at AAA radio while “Rule The World,” “Fire In My Soul” & “I’ll Be There” have all achieved multi-platinum certification). The chemistry between band members Gianni, Sarah, and Joel is infectious and undeniable as Joel’s driving and prolific percussion work and Gianni and Sarah’s remarkable vocal talents continue to exhilarate fans across the globe. Their independent spirit, unstoppable work ethic, and awe-inspiring creativity have consistently catapulted Walk Off the Earth to new heights and the future looks brighter than ever.

For more information, please visit: www.walkofftheearth.com

Walk Off the Earth Summer Tour Dates

Previously Announced Solo:
May 6 – Calgary, AB – Grey Eagle Event Centre
May 12 – Windsor, ON – Caesars Windsor
June 3 – Toronto, ON – Budweiser Stage

Supporting Lindsey Stirling:
August 1 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater
August 2 – Portsmouth, VA – Atlantic Union Bank Pavilion
August 3 – Doswell, VA – After Hours Concerts at The Meadow Event Park
August 4 – Sylvania, OH – Centennial Terrace
August 5 – Columbus OH – Ohio State Fair
August 7 – Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
August 8 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater
August 10 – Cincinnati, OH – PNC Pavillion
August 11 – Interlochen, MI – Interlochen Center for the Arts
August 12 – West Allis, WI – Wisconsin State Fair
August 14 – Maryland Heights, MO – Saint Louis Music Park
August 15 – Indianapolis, IN – TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park
August 16 – Des Moines, IA – Iowa State Fair
August 18 – Southaven, MS – BankPlus Amphitheater at Snowden Grove
August 19 – Oklahoma City, OK – Oklahoma Zoo Amphitheatre
August 21 – Lincoln, NE – Pinewood Bowl Theater
August 22 – Waite Park, MN – The Ledge Amphitheater
August 23 – Moorhead, MN – Bluestem Amphitheater
August 25 – Casper, WY – Ford Wyoming Center
August 26 – Bonner, MT – KettleHouse Amphitheater
August 28 – Nampa, ID – Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater
August 29 – Airway Heights, WA – Northern Quest Resort & Casino
September 1 – Ridgefield, WA – RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater
September 2 – Bend, OR – Hayden Homes Amphitheater

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