Second album written about topics from substance abuse and feeling unfulfilled, to not being able to appreciate life. I would describe Sunsleeper as a slightly heavier Switchfoot and I mean that as a compliment. They have a west coast vibe with a bit of grunge. Some of the singles floored me when I heard them and I wanted to relisten as soon as I found them. The album is one long flow and the guitar tones throughout are great. It sets such a mood and it’s hard to leave once you’re in. This is a refreshing pace for indie rock with a lot to offer. You’ll be in the clouds with a lot of this. 8/10
Sunsleeper While You Can Album Review
Sunsleeper is an indie rock band hailing from Salt Lake City, Utah.
I Prevail played an oversold-out show at The Fillmore Silver Spring this past Saturday, in support of their new album released in August 2022, True Power. Accompanying bands on the bill included Yours Truly, Fit For a King, and Pierce the Veil.
The crowd became highly amped up after the stellar performance of Australian alternative band Yours Truly. Front woman Mikaila Delgado’s vocals reminded me so much of Paramore’s Hayley Williams that I couldn’t help getting chills while watching them on stage. What I appreciated the most was how they weren’t a group trying too hard to be “the next big band.” Yours Truly just did their thing and rocked the hell out of that stage with no bells or whistles needed. Their energy was more than enough.
Fit For a King was an entirely different story. I’ve only heard of them by name but never got the pleasure of seeing them until that night. And I have no clue what took me so long. The Texan metalcore band wasted no time jumping into their set, and just watching them was completely mesmerizing. During their set, bassist Ryan “Tuck” O’Leary took a break from jumping around on stage. He cut through the crowd and hopped onto the bar, sipping on a drink while playing his bass. He then proceeded to crowd surf back to the stage. Fit For a King was absolutely wild.
When Pierce the Veil started their set, the venue was nearly at full capacity, 20 people shy of 2,000. Apparently, it was all part of a feud the PTV fans have against I Prevail, believing PTV should be the headliner. So as part of their scheme, the die-hard PTV fans oversold-out shows just to watch the band then leave once their set was over. While it was a massive deal that PTV would break up then return again for this tour, it was still unnecessary drama as there were no clear issues between the band and the headliner. I mean, even I Prevail’s Eric Vanlerbleghe joined the band during one of their songs. Anyway, it was disappointing to see the crowd thin out a bit after PTV ended their set. Again, all unnecessary drama.
So, I Prevail. They started their set a tad bit late, but it was worth the wait. They played a majority of the songs from their new heavy-hitter album, TRUE POWER, two songs from their sophomore album, Lifelines (“Scars” and “Come and Get It”). The rest of the set had five from their previous record, TRAUMA, including a deeply personal favorite of mine, “Bow Down.” Words cannot begin to further describe how incredible they were without sounding like a fangirl instead of a music photojournalist. All I can say is eleven out of ten, would see them again.
The True Power Tour has a handful of dates coming up, including a second leg with Pierce the Veil, Fit For a King, and Stand Atlantic. Run, don’t walk to get a ticket. You don’t want to miss out on this tour.
Check out the gallery from the night below:
Pierce the Veil Photos:
Fit For a King Photos:
Yours Truly Photos:
All photos by Kate Drexel on October 1, 2022 at The Fillmore in Silver Spring, MD
Remaining True Power Tour Dates:
LEG 1: With Pierce the Veil, Fit For a King, and Yours Truly.
10/7 — Ft. Wayne, IN — The Clyde Theatre 10/8 — Grand Rapids, MI — GLC Live at 20 Monroe 10/9 — Chicago, IL — Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
LEG 2: With Pierce the Veil, Fit For a King, and Stand Atlantic.
10/22 — Las Vegas, NV — When We Were Young Fest 10/23 — Las Vegas, NV — When We Were Young Fest 10/24 — Los Angeles, CA — The Wiltern 10/26 — San Jose, CA — San Jose Civic 10/28 — Phoenix, AZ — The Van Buren 10/29 — Las Vegas, NV — When We Were Young Fest 10/31 — Reno, NV — Grand Sierra Resort & Casino 11/1 — Boise, ID — Revolution Concert House and Event Center 11/2 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Complex 11/4 — Denver, CO — Fillmore Auditorium 11/6 — Kansas City, MO — Uptown Theater 11/8 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave 11/9 — St. Louis, MO — The Factory 11/11 — Cleveland, OH — Agora Theatre 11/12 — Cincinnati, OH — The Andrew J Brady Music Center 11/13 — Nashville, TN — Marathon Music Works 11/15 — Myrtle Beach, SC — House of Blues 11/18 — Philadelphia, PA — The Fillmore Philadelphia 11/19 — Cambridge, MA — MGM Music Hall at Fenway 11/20 — Buffalo, NY — Buffalo Riverworks 11/22 — Detroit, MI — The Fillmore
Currently reigning as Germany’s most successful heavy metal band, POWERWOLF are about to boost their prowess to the next level as they embark on their very first journey to North American shores! Today, POWERWOLF proudly announces two massive, once-in-a-lifetime live performances in New York, NY and Montreal, QC in 2023. The first performance will take place on February 23 at The Palladium, located in New York City’s world famous Times Square, and the second will take place at Montreal’s impressive M TELUS on February 24.
This is the very first time that North American POWERWOLF fans will get their chance to feed the need for the ‘Wolf – live and in person! POWERWOLF is internationally renowned for their colossal, breathtaking world-class stage shows, so come see what all of the buzz is about and feast your eyes on one of the most impressive live spectacles in heavy music!
Tickets for both dates go on sale this Friday, October 7 at 10:00 AM local time. Make sure to grab your tickets quickly – these will go fast. For tickets and more information, make sure to check local venue listings and www.powerwolf.net/tickets.
POWERWOLF states: “North America, your calls over the years have not gone unheard! The holy heavy metal mass will finally be celebrated next year for the very first time in New York City and Montreal! Let’s make sure that it will be an experience that neither you, nor we as POWERWOLF will ever forget!”
POWERWOLF Confirmed Live Dates:
European Wolfsnächte Tour, November/December 2022: w/ Dragonforce, Warkings
11/11/2022: Berlin, DE @ Velodrom 11/12/2022: Munich, DE @ Zenith 11/13/2022: Prague, CZ @ Tipsport Arena 11/14/2022: Katowice, PL @ MCK 11/16/2022: Budapest, HU @ Barba Negra 11/17/2022: Vienna, AT @ Gasometer 11/18/2022: Stuttgart, DE @ Schleyerhalle 11/19/2022: Zurich, CH @ Samsung Hall 11/21/2022: Barcelona, ES @ Razzmatazz 11/22/2022: Madrid, ES @ Riviera 11/24/2022: Milan, IT @ Alcatraz 11/25/2022: Frankfurt, DE @ Jahrhunderthalle 11/26/2022: Oberhausen, DE @ Rudolf-Weber-Arena 11/27/2022: Paris, FR @ Zenith 11/29/2022: London, UK @ Roundhouse* 12/1/2022: Amsterdam, NL @ Afas Live 12/2/2022: Hamburg, DE @ Sporthalle 12/3/2022: Saarbrücken, DE @ Saarlandhalle 12/4/2022: Antwerp, BE @ Lotto Arena *without Dragonforce
Live in North America 2023: 2/23/2023: New York, NY @ The Palladium 2/24/2023: Montreal, QC @ M TELUS
Confirmed Festivals 2023: 6/7-10/2023: Austria @ Nova Rock Festival 8/17-19/2023: Germany @ Reload Festival
At the end of 2021, POWERWOLF fascinated with a streaming event of unprecedented dimensions. Those who thought they had seen everything in the live sector were instantly proven wrong with unmatched audio production and visuals that can only be described as simply breathtaking. Now, this new benchmark for music streaming events is finally available to view any time you crave. THE MONUMENTAL MASS – A CINEMATIC METAL EVENT is unleashed on DVD, BluRay and many other physical formats!
POWERWOLF have stood at the peak of superlative, epic metal moments for years, but what they present with this streaming event surpasses anything seen before. All show effects, actors and stage settings work hand in hand with each other and bring the medium of live music to a level never seen before. From battles with clergy to stories of nuns, monks and burning angels, cinematic images immediately capture the viewer.
THE MONUMENTAL MASS – A CINEMATIC METAL EVENT is a live spectacle that unveils new details watch after watch, and cements POWERWOLF‘s status as the most outstanding band in their genre!
With the band releasing more content in advance of an album release than ever before, ALTER BRIDGE is back with the fourth song from their upcoming album, Pawns & Kings. “This Is War” is the bombastic album opener that sets up the musical journey that listeners can expect from a new ALTER BRIDGE album. With Myles Kennedy on vocals/guitars, Mark Tremonti on guitars/vocals, Brian Marshall on bass and Scott Phillips on drums, the band is at their songwriting finest on the aggressive track that showcases the musicianship that has earned them a global army of fans.
The haunting vocal intro sounds like an internal battle is waging as Myles belts out the lyrics: “Fight for your life, can’t you see what’s coming. Fight for your mind, this is war.” The lyric video was created by ALTER BRIDGE visual collaborator Wayne Joyner.
Pawns & Kings – the band’s seventh studio album – is scheduled for worldwide release on October 14 via Napalm Records. From the opening riffs of “This Is War” to the title track album closer “Pawns & Kings,”ALTER BRIDGE returns with an album of intense tracks that were born after the cycle for their last album was cut short by the global pandemic. Songs like “Dead Among The Living,” “Holiday” and “Last Man Standing” showcase the signature songwriting the band is known for. The album offers numerous epic adventures, with three songs clocking in over six minutes each. The opus “Fable Of The Silent Son” clocks in at 8:29 and is the longest recorded song in the band’s catalog – a distinction held by “Blackbird” until now. Mark Tremonti steps out of his backing vocal role to take the lead on “Stay,” an introspective ballad that is sure to become a fan favorite live. The band released a lyric video for the title track “Pawns & Kings” and for the now fan-favorite “Sin After Sin”.
Known for its signature dual-guitar attack backed by a driving rhythm section, the album’s fast-rising chart-climber “Silver Tongue” is one of the harder songs in the band’s recent catalog. Its animated music video was created and directed by Ollie Jones of Better Feeling Films (Myles Kennedy, Prodigy, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets) and can be seen here.
Pawns & Kingsfound ALTER BRIDGE reuniting with longtime collaborator and producer Michael “Elvis” Baskette to create a collection of memorable new additions to the band’s impressive catalog.
The track listing for Pawns & Kings is: 1) This Is War 2) Dead Among The Living 3) Silver Tongue 4) Sin After Sin 5) Stay 6) Holiday 7) Fable Of The Silent Son 8) Season Of Promise 9) Last Man Standing 10) Pawns & Kings
ALTER BRIDGE’s Pawns & Kings is now available for pre-order in the following configurations: -CD Digisleeve -1 LP Gatefold BLACK Vinyl -1 LP Gatefold INKSPOT BLACK/GOLD Vinyl w/Slipmat and Record Butler (Napalm mail order only, limited to 500 worldwide) -1 LP Gatefold MARBLED WHITE/CRYSTAL CLEAR Vinyl (Napalm mail order only, limited to 400 worldwide) -1 LP Gatefold MARBLED ORANGE/BLACK Vinyl (Band Shop only) -1 LP Gatefold MARBLED WHITE/BLACK Vinyl (Band Shop only) -1 LP Gatefold CRYSTAL CLEAR Vinyl (Band Shop only, limited to 300 only) -Deluxe Box Set w/ CD Digisleeve, Pendant, Tote Bag, Guitar Pick tin (Napalm mail order only, limited to 700 worldwide) -Music Cassette BROWN TRANSPARENT (Napalm mail order only, limited to 150 worldwide) -Digital Album
ALTER BRIDGE will tour extensively in support of Pawns & Kings. The band announced a tour of Europe that will make 25 stops over the course of six weeks, kicking off November 1 in Germany and making stops in Denmark, Sweden, Spain and others before ending on December 12 at O2 Arena in the United Kingdom. Longtime friends Halestorm and Mammoth WVH will lend their support on the upcoming European tour.
The band also just announced a North American tour for 2023 – their first in the market in almost three years. The 30-city tour – split into two legs – kicks off on January 25 in Tampa, FL and wraps up April 1 in Highland, CA, making stops in Nashville, TN (January 30); Toronto, ON (February 11); Kansas City, MO (March 11) and Seattle, WA (March 23). Mammoth WVH will join them as direct support on the entire tour, with rockers Red playing on the first leg of the tour and newcomers Pistols At Dawn playing on the second leg. Tickets for all shows are now available and more information on tickets and VIP experiences can be found at https://alterbridge.com/pages/tour.
European Tour Dates Nov 1 – HAMBURG, GERMANY – Sporthalle Nov 2 – COPENHAGEN, DENMARK – Falconer Nov 4 – PARTILLE, SWEDEN – Partille Arena Nov 5 – OSLO, NORWAY – Sentrum Scene Nov 7 – KATOWICE, POLAND – MCK Nov 9 – ESCH-SUR-ALZETTE, LUXEMBOURG – Rockhal Nov 11 – BERLIN, GERMANY – Columbiahalle Nov 12 – HLAVNÍ MĚSTO PRAHA, CZECH REPUBLIC – O2 Universum Nov 14 – BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – Budapest Arena Nov 16 – PARIS, FRANCE – Palais Des Sports Nov 18 – MADRID, SPAIN – Vistalegre Nov 20 – BARCELONA, SPAIN – Razzmataz1 Nov 22 – MUNICH, GERMANY – Zenith Nov 23 – ZÜRICH, SWITZERLAND – Samsung Hall Nov 25 – ASSAGO, ITALY – Mediolanum Forum Nov 26 – ZAGREB, CROATIA – Dom Sportova Nov 28 – VIENNA, AUSTRIA – Wiener Stadthalle Nov 30 – KÖLN, GERMANY – Palladium Dec 1 – AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – Ziggo Dome Dec 5 – NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND – Motorpoint Arena Dec 6 – GLASGOW, SCOTLAND – OVO Hydro Arena Dec 8 – DUBLIN, IRELAND – 3 Arena Dec 9 – MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – AO Arena Dec 11 – BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – Resorts World Arena Dec 12 – LONDON, ENGLAND – O2 Arena
North American Tour Dates: Jan 25 – TAMPA, FL – Seminole Hard Rock * Jan 27 – ORLANDO, FL – Hard Rock Live * Jan 28 – ATLANTA, GA – Coca Cola Roxy * Jan 30 – NASHVILLE, TN – Ryman Auditorium * Feb 1 – MONTCLAIR, NJ – The Wellmont Theater * Feb 2 – HUNTINGTON, NY – The Paramount * Feb 4 – SILVER SPRING, MD – The Fillmore Silver Spring * Feb 5 – PHILADELPHIA, PA – Franklin Music Hall * Feb 7 – WALLINGFORD, CT – The Dome at Toyota Oakdale Theatre * Feb 8 – BOSTON, MA – Roadrunner * Feb 10 – WATERLOO, NY – Del Lago Casino Resort (On sale soon) ^ Feb 11 – TORONTO, ON – HISTORY ^ Feb 14 – DETROIT, MI – The Fillmore * Feb 15 – INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Murat Theatre at Old National Centre * Feb 17 – PRIOR LAKE, MN – Mystic Lake Casino Showroom * Feb 18 – CHICAGO, IL – The Riviera Theatre * Mar 10 – QUAPAW, OK – Downstream Casino Resort # Mar 11 – KANSAS CITY, MO – Arvest Bank Theatre at The Midland # Mar 14 – CHESTERFIELD, MO – The Factory # Mar 15 – OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – The Criterion # Mar 17 – HOUSTON, TX – 713 Music Hall # Mar 18 – DALLAS, TX – South Side Ballroom # Mar 20 – DENVER, CO – Mission Ballroom # Mar 21 – SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Union Event Center # Mar 23 – SEATTLE, WA – The Paramount Theatre # Mar 25 – AIRWAY HEIGHTS, WA – Northern Quest Resort & Casino ^ Mar 26 – AIRWAY HEIGHTS, WA – Northern Quest Resort & Casino ^ Mar 28 – ANAHEIM, CA – House Of Blues # Mar 29 – TEMPE, AZ – Marquee Theatre # Mar 31 – RENO, NV – Silver Legacy’s Grande Expo Hall # Apr 1 – HIGHLAND, CA – Yaamava Theater at Yaamava Casino Resort ^
^ ALTER BRIDGE – Mammoth WVH * ALTER BRIDGE – Mammoth WVH – Red # ALTER BRIDGE – Mammoth WVH – Pistols At Dawn
Pink Floyd are an English rock band formed in London in 1965. Gaining an early following as one of the first British psychedelic groups, they were distinguished by their extended compositions, sonic experimentation, philosophical lyrics and elaborate live shows.
Fleetwood Mac are a British-American rock band, formed in London in 1967. Fleetwood Mac were founded by guitarist Peter Green, drummer Mick Fleetwood and guitarist Jeremy Spencer, before bassist John McVie joined the line-up for their self-titled debut album. Danny Kirwan joined as a third guitarist in 1968. Keyboardist and vocalist Christine Perfect, who contributed as a session musician from the second album, married McVie and joined in 1970.
Van Halen was an American rock band formed in Pasadena, California, in 1972. Credited with “restoring hard rock to the forefront of the music scene”, Van Halen was known for its energetic live showsand for the virtuosity of its lead guitarist, Eddie Van Halen.
Oasis were an English rock band formed in Manchester in 1991. Originally known as the Rain, the group initially consisted of Liam Gallagher (lead vocals, tambourine), Paul Arthurs (guitar), Paul McGuigan (bass guitar) and Tony McCarroll (drums). Liam’s older brother Noel (lead guitar, vocals) later joined as a fifth member, finalizing the group’s core lineup.
Pantera is an American heavy metal band from Arlington, Texas, formed in 1981. The group’s best-known lineup consisted of the Abbott brothers (drummer Vinnie Paul and guitarist Dimebag Darrell), along with bassist Rex Brown and lead vocalist Phil Anselmo; the former, who joined in 1982, is the sole constant member of Pantera.
The next evolution of the knot that comes with a bit of variety, reflection, and anger. Corey sounds equal parts ferocious and calculated. At any given moment he flips the switch and has mastered several forms of delivery. Jay Weinberg is fantastic. This album might be his best drumming work to date.
The deep cuts connect everything and it’s after the singles where the real anger comes in clear. Songs like “H377” and “Hivemind” are vicious. Some tracks that are slower and more ballad-esque add balance but they feel like they belong.
Slipknot made it clear this is not the end, that’s just an album title. I’m glad because they proved they aren’t ready for the finale. 9/10.
The End, So Far is the upcoming seventh studio album by American heavy metal band Slipknot. It is scheduled for release on September 30, 2022 through Roadrunner Records. The album is the band’s first to feature percussionist Michael Pfaff, who joined the band in 2019, and will be the band’s final album to be released through Roadrunner, whom the band signed with in 1998.
Dropkick Murphys‘ new album This Machine Still Kills Fascists is out today (digitally and on CD) via the band’s Dummy Luck Music / [PIAS], with a special edition vinyl out November 11. TMSKF is unlike anything Dropkick Murphys have done to date: A full album of songs that bring Woody Guthrie’s words to life. Not a tribute album or a collection of covers, This Machine Still Kills Fascists is a collaboration between Dropkick Murphys and Woody Guthrie – artists separated by time and space, but connected by a common philosophy – to create something entirely new.
The newest single and video from the album, “The Last One” – featuring Evan Felker of Turnpike Troubadours – is also out today. The stark video was shot at The Church Studio in Tulsa (where the album was recorded) and Woody Guthrie and Evan Felker‘s shared hometown of Okemah, OK. A working class lament, “The Last One” sees Felker and DKM‘s Ken Casey trading verses about the disconnect between the foot of oppression forever pressing on the throats of the working class and the hollow, sanctimonious ideals used to justify that subjugation – while promising “we might lose many a fight, but we’ll damn sure win the last one.” Watch the video here:
In a September 29 review of This Machine Still Kills Fascists, No Depression‘s Jim Shahen sums up Dropkick Murphys‘ connection not only to Guthrie‘s lyrics but to his working class ethos: “No current act has done more to preserve and advance the legacy of Woody Guthrie…Nearly 60 years since his death, the struggles of working men and women and political oppression continue unabated. Those in need remain unheard by people in power. But much like Woody Guthrie, Dropkick Murphys are still out there fighting the good fight.”
To that end, on Tuesday, the Ohio AFL-CIO presented a lifetime achievement award to the band, extending “special recognition to the Dropkick Murphys for their support of organized labor and dedication to telling the story of the working class through their music for over 25 years.”
“The delegates of the Ohio AFL-CIO are proud to recognize the Dropkick Murphys for a career of empowering working people through their music,” said Ohio AFL-CIO President Tim Burga. “The Dropkick Murphys’ support of organized labor and dedication to telling the story of the working class is unparalleled and their impact is significant.”
Coinciding with the album’s release, part 2 of Dropkick Murphys live at Paste Studio on the Road: Boston is streaming starting today at 2:00 PM ET at https://youtu.be/kYfQEeA8K8g. The acoustic set includes new single “The Last One” along with TMSKF tracks “All You Fonies” and “Where Trouble Is At.”
Dropkick Murphys founder Ken Casey also sat down this week with NPR’s Here & Now to discuss This Machine Still Kills Fascists and the importance and enduring timeliness of Guthrie‘s lyrics. That interview can be heard here:
This Machine Still Kills Fascistscontinues Dropkick Murphys’ journey with Woody Guthrie that began nearly two decades ago with “Gonna Be A Blackout Tonight” and “I’m Shipping Up To Boston.” For those two songs, Dropkick Murphys pulled Guthrie’s lyrics into their musical world, giving them the DKM treatment through and through. For this album – created from a larger body of mostly unpublished works, curated for the band by Woody’s daughter Nora Guthrie – they knew they needed to enter Woody’s musical world, an altogether new challenge for a band whose raw power had relied on searing electric guitars up until this point.
Dropkick Murphys and their longtime producer Ted Hutt aptly recorded This Machine Still Kills Fascistsat The Church Studio in Tulsa (just a few minutes from Woody Guthrie’s birthplace, and the modern-day Woody Guthrie Center). The historic studio was founded by Leon Russell and was the original location of legendary Shelter Records. During the album sessions, Dropkick Murphys made a point to visit Woody’s hometown of Okemah and walk the same streets Woody walked. Retreating to Woody’s home state of Oklahoma to record the album had a powerful effect on the band and the creative process behind these songs. Ultimately, Dropkick Murphys had so much material based on Woody’s poignant lyrics that they recorded two albums, with Vol. 2 scheduled for release in 2023.
Next month, Dropkick Murphys will launch their first-ever reserved seating theater tour – This Machine…Theater Tour – October 20 in support of this very special and powerful acoustic album. Jaime Wyatt will be the main support on this U.S. tour – as well as joining DKM on stage for the duet “Never Git Drunk No More” – and Jesse Ahern will open the shows. Dropkick Murphys’ fall tour dates also include a headlining slot at Punk In The Park in Orange County, CA in November. In addition, a fourth date has been added to Dropkick Murphys‘ previously announced 2023 St. Patrick’s Day Week hometown shows in Boston, after the initial dates sold out. The new date, March 16 at MGM Music Hall at Fenway, features very special guests Turnpike Troubadours and Nikki Lane (who also guests on the album track “Never Git Drunk No More”).
A massive gathering of over 170,000 music fans, more than 100 music acts and dozens of Louisville’s finest spirits came together this past weekend, helping Louder Than Life retain its reputation as the World’s Largest Whiskey & Music Festival and America’s Biggest Rock Festival.
Held September 22-25, 2022 at Highland Festival Groundsat Kentucky Exposition Center,the memorable four-day event from producer Danny Wimmer Presents pulled in people from all over the country. Along with the record-breaking Bourbon & Beyond festival from DWP the weekend prior (which brought in 140,000 people over four days), 70% of attendees came from out-of-state and contributed more than $33 million in economic impact.
DWP also released figures for the company’s total investment in the community through producing the two back-to-back events, including $4.55 million spent on local restaurants, food and beverage supplies, $2.75 million on local vendors and $2.65 million in wages to local bartenders, stagehands and security.
Louder Than Life has now announced 2023 dates, to be held over the weekend of September 21-24 at its home at the Highland Festival Grounds at Kentucky Exposition Center. Weekend GA and VIP passes, along with camping, are on sale now for $10 down at www.LouderThanLifeFestival.com.
Louder Than Life 2022 offered memorable music performances that included an incendiary headlining set from Nine Inch Nails to kick off the festivities on Thursday night. The performance was the same date the industrial metal icons celebrated the 30th anniversary of their landmark EP Broken, and they delivered several tracks from that record such as “Wish,” “Gave Up” and their cover of Pigface’s “Suck,” among other highlights in a career-spanning set list.
On Friday, headliners Slipknot unleashed a stacked performance for fans who had come dressed in masks for the occasion. The band delivered “The Dying Song (Time To Sing)” from their anticipated new album The End, So Far, which comes out September 30. Other highlights included fan favorites “Wait And Bleed” and “Duality.” Earlier in the day, Vended – featuring Simon Crahan (son of Slipknot’s Clown) and Griffin Taylor (Corey Taylor’s son) – also gave their all, getting the crowd riled up in anticipation.
photo credit: Nathan Zucker
Saturday’s closing set came from rock legends KISS who offered 17 giant hits from their five-decades long career, including “Shout It Out Loud,” “Rock And Roll All Nite” and “Calling Dr. Love.” Appearing as part of their End Of The Road World Tour, the Louder Than Life set marked one of the final times those in Louisville will be able to see the shock rockers on a local stage.
For the finale, Red Hot Chili Peppers closed out Sunday night in one of their first shows back with all four original members in tow. The packed set list pulled from all eras of the band, including early hits like “Give It Away” and “Suck My Kiss” as well as more modern hits such as “Here Ever After,” from their latest release, this year’s Unlimited Love.
Other must-see moments included Evanescence’s Amy Lee in a surprise guest spot during Tenacious D’s performance for songs “Kyle Quit The Band” and “Lee” plus, later, Evanescence offering a livestreamed set exclusively for the DWPresents On Twitch channel; Alice In Chains delivering a number of hits from their 1992 album Dirt ahead of its 30th anniversary next week(plus a separate set from Jerry Cantrell); Neil Fallon of Clutch appearing during Mastodon’s set; Blake Ellison of Devour The Day guesting during Pop Evil’s appearance; and Body Count covering “Ace Of Spades,” dedicating the song to the late singer Lemmy Kilmister. Plus, Shinedown, Rob Zombie, Bring Me The Horizon, Alice Cooper, Incubus, Evanescence, Lamb Of God, Yungblud, Chevelle, Papa Roach, Halestorm, In This Moment, The Pretty Reckless and many more offered unforgettable performances.
In total, there were 100-plus artists on 5 stages plus an additional stage featuring commentary and artist interviews from That Space Zebra Show, hosted on DWPresents Twitch channel (https://www.twitch.tv/dwpresents) throughout the Louder Than Life weekend. The immersive backstage experience also offered streaming opportunities for each of the DWPresents Stage performances.
Since launching in June 2021, DWPresents Twitch channel has broadcasted over 958 hours, brought in 17.3 million live views, 7.21 million unique views, and viewers have consumed 75.7 million minutes of content.
photo credit: Steve Thrasher
Also new for Louder Than Life in 2022 was the Headbangers Hall, featuring surprise celebrity bartenders Jelly Roll, Theory Of A Deadman, Spiritbox, Crown The Empire, members of Giovannie & The Hired Guns, Royal & The Serpent, GWAR, Papa Roach and Lamb Of God, special appearances by Jose “Metal Ambassador” Mangin of SiriusXM, bourbon expert Fred Minnick, Dimebag Rita and treats and eats by Chef Chris Santos, as well as whiskeys by Slipknot, Metallica, ZZ Top, GWAR and Beartooth, and Iron Maiden craft brews.
Attendees at Louder Than Life also enjoyed some of the best food and drinks that the Louisville area has to offer, as well as various sponsor activations and experiences.
Louder Than Life would like to thank its 2022 partners: Angel’s Envy, Bird Dog, Budweiser, Boone’s Bourbon, Bulleit, Cutwater Spirits, Ehrler’s Ice Cream, ESP, Fearless Records, George Dickel, Hellflower Soap Co., Jack Daniel’s, Jefferson’s, Jim Beam, Kentucky Derby Museum, Kentucky Tourism, Kentucky Venues, Kroger, Louisville Tourism, Milagro Tequila, Mortus Viventi, Nomadic Movement, Parlor Root Beer, Pegasus Distilled, Punk Rock & Paintbrushes, Rabbit Hole, Red Bull, Revolver / Inked, Ronz World, Sailor Jerry Rum, The Music Experience, The Pretty Cult, TickPick, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Travel Smart Vacations, US Army, & Wild Turkey.
Louder Than Life would also like to thank its 2022 Kroger Big Bourbon Bar Partners: Angel’s Envy, Boone’s Bourbon, Bulleit, Calumet Farm, Elijah Craig, Huber’s Starlight, Jack Daniel’s, Jefferson’s, Kentucky Peerless, Larceny, Legent, Maker’s 46, Michter’s, Middle West, Old Forester, Rabbit Hole, Resilient Bourbon, Stonehammer, Wilderness Trail & Wild Turkey.
Louder Than Life would also like to thank its 2022 non-profit partners: Artists For Trauma, Demons Behind Me, Fxck Cancer, Headcount, Take Me Home, and To Write Love On Her Arms.
Louder Than Life is produced by Danny Wimmer Presents, one of America’s largest independent producers of destination music festivals. Since debuting in 2014, Louder Than Life has continued to develop and grow. In 2019, Louder Than Life welcomed more than 128,000 fans over three days, earning its spot as the largest rock festival in America. For 2021, festival organizers added a fourth day, with the festival kicking off on Thursday and hosted over 160,000 concertgoers.
A month after they announced their new album Soul Revolution, Fire From The Gods previewed more of their upcoming album, releasing “World So Cold” today via Better Noise Music. Touching on perseverance, lead singer AJ Channer sings, “Watch as my spirit comes alive, The strength inside won’t be denied, From the darkness I rise, I know I will survive” on “World So Cold.” The new song offers fans another taste of Soul Revolution, which combines inspirational, aggressive, and soul-searching themes in a cohesive body of work. Pre-order Soul Revolution now, which will be available for streaming and download on October 28, and see below for the full track listing. Listen to “World So Cold” and watch the official music video, which features a performance by the band.
AJ Channer reflected on the band’s new offering, “Part of our message is “innerstrength” against any and everything. I’ve been through some real shit and I know people that listen to our band can relate. Despite the hard times, you have to keep your head up. Learn to live in a world so cold.”
Fire From The Gods have adopted a unifying mission statement, “All Power to All People,” a play on the revolutionary slogan “All Power to the People.” Listeners will hear this statement reflected in Soul Revolution, as the band aims to empower all fans through their music.
Erik Ron (Godsmack, Motionless In White, Panic! At The Disco) produced, engineered and mixed Soul Revolution. The band is joining Five Finger Death Punch, Megadeth, and The HU on tour now through the fall, teasing their new music. Tonight they will be playing in Tinley Park, IL, and fans can see the band perform in Cleveland, Milwaukee, Atlanta and other cities before the tour closes out in Salt Lake City on October 15. See below for a full list of dates. For tickets and additional information, visit https://www.firefromthegods.com/.
Fire From The Gods Upcoming Tour Dates
September 30 – Tinley Park, IL – Hollywood Casino Amphitheater October 1 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center October 4 – Cleveland, OH – Blossom Music Center October 5 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre October 7– Milwaukee, WI – American Family Insurance Amphitheater – Summerfest Grounds October 8 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheater October 10 – Atlanta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre October 12 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP October 14 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena October 15 – Salt Lake City, UT – USANA Amphitheater
Today marks the next chapter in the epic journey of Lorna Shore, leading up to the release of new album, Pain Remains (due to be unleashed October 14th via Century Media Records): “Pain Remains II: After All I’ve Done, I’ll Disappear”. Currently streaming on all digital platforms, the age-gated video (directed by David Brodsky // http://www.mgenyc.com) can be viewed here:
The band comments on “The Pain Trilogy”: “‘The Pain Trilogy’ is a three-part tale focusing on the stages of grief and vulnerability and exemplifying it through a love story. The first song, ‘Pain Remains I: Dancing like Flames’ begins with the main character becoming enamored by the person within his dreams. He decides to turn to this reality as a sense of purpose despite knowing that the closer he gets to his goal, the further it seems to drift away. This leads to the second song, ‘Pain Remains II: After All I’ve Done, I’ll Disappear’. This is the part where the person vanishes and the main character struggles to accept the pain. He as well wishes to disappear and seeks to throw it all away.
Lorna Shore supports suicide prevention and support. We encourage all to speak to their issues and spark conversations that help and mend us all.
National suicide prevention hotline: 800-273-8255″
Don’t miss the final part of the trilogy that will unfold when the album is released on October 14th! In the meantime, fans can also watch the previously released videos below:
Pre-order Pain Remains now at: https://lornashore.lnk.to/PainRemainsPR – where the album is available in the following formats (all initial runs of the gatefold 2LP come with a special matte/glossy varnish!):
–CD Digipak –Gatefold opaque hot pink-white-black marbled 2LP at lornashorestore.com (limited to 500 copies) *SOLD-OUT* –Gatefold ultra clear 2LP at lornashorestore.com (limited to 500 copies) *SOLD-OUT* –Gatefold clear 2LP at CM Distro Wholesale EU and CMDistro.de (limited to 500 copies) –Gatefold transp. orange-red marbled 2LP at Impericon (limited to 500 copies) –Gatefold transp. red-black marbled 2LP at EMP (limited to 500 copies) –Gatefold transp. highlighter yellow 2LP at centurymedia.store (limited to 500 copies) *SOLD-OUT* –Gatefold transp. black ice 2LP at Revolver (limited to 500 copies) *SOLD-OUT* –Gatefold white 2LP at US Indie outlets (limited to 1500 copies) –Ltd. Gatefold black 2LP –Digital album
Lorna Shore is currently wrapping up their European trek supporting Parkway Drive, before embarking on their own North American headliner: “The Pain Remains Tour”, featuring special guests Aborted, Ingested, AngelMaker and Ov Sulfur. See below for all dates!
Parkway Drive European Tour 2022 w/ Lorna Shore, While She Sleeps
Sept. 30, 2022 – London (UK) – Alexandra Palace Oct. 1, 2022 – Manchester (UK) – AO Arena Oct. 2, 2022 – Nottingham (UK) – Motorpoint Arena Oct. 3, 2022 – Cardiff (UK) – Motorpoint Arena
Oct. 21, 2022 – Philadelphia, PA – Theatre of Living Arts *SOLD-OUT* Oct. 22, 2022 – New York, NY – The Gramercy Theatre *SOLD-OUT* Oct. 23, 2022 – Worcester, MA – The Palladium Oct. 24, 2022 – Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage *SOLD-OUT* Oct. 25, 2022 – Charlotte, NC – Neighborhood Theatre *SOLD-OUT* Oct. 26, 2022 – Nashville, TN – Brooklyn Bowl Nashville Oct. 27, 2022 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade (Heaven) Oct. 28, 2022 – Tampa, FL – The Orpheum *SOLD-OUT* Oct. 29, 2022 – Orlando, FL – The Abbey *SOLD-OUT* Oct. 31, 2022 – Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall Nov. 1, 2022 – San Antonio, TX – Vibes Event Center Nov. 2, 2022 – Fort Worth, TX – Ridglea Theater Nov. 4, 2022 – Mesa, AZ – Nile Theater Nov. 5, 2022 – Los Angeles, CA – 1720 *SOLD-OUT* Nov. 6, 2022 – Roseville, CA – Goldfield Trading Post *SOLD-OUT* Nov. 8, 2022 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon *SOLD-OUT* Nov. 9, 2022 – Portland, OR – Hawthorne Theatre *SOLD-OUT* Nov. 11, 2022 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Complex *SOLD-OUT* Nov. 12, 2022 – Denver, CO – Summit *SOLD-OUT* Nov. 13, 2022 – Lawrence, KS – The Bottleneck *SOLD-OUT* Nov. 15, 2022 – Chicago, IL – The Bottom Lounge *SOLD-OUT* Nov. 16, 2022 – Detroit, MI – St. Andrew’s Hall *SOLD-OUT* Nov. 17, 2022 – Cleveland, OH – House of Blues *SOLD-OUT* Nov. 18, 2022 – Mckees Rocks, PA – Roxian Theatre Nov. 19, 2022 – Toronto, ON – Phoenix Concert Theatre *SOLD-OUT* Nov. 20, 2022 – Montreal, QC – L’astral *SOLD-OUT*
For Lorna Shore, 2020 was nothing short of a reckoning – in a career built on challenges, changes and a single-minded vision. For the New Jersey quintet, 2020 signaled the pandemic and cancelled tours. The following year presented the band with a staggering creative challenge in the form of the song, “To The Hellfire” (currently at 11M+ views on YouTube, 22M+ streams on Spotify), from their hugely well-regarded EP …And I Return to Nothingness. Yet, through it all, they upped their sonic ante with their upcoming album, Pain Remains, that not only aligns with everything Lorna Shore has hinted at, but it also exceeds that – brutally and magnificently. “I’m a firm believer in the butterfly effect,” says guitarist Adam De Micco. “While you can try and boil it down to one song or one moment in a song, that’s just one moment in a career with a lot leading up to that.”
“‘Hellfire’ was a big, viral moment for the band, but we are way more than just a viral 30-second breakdown band,” adds drummer Austin Archey.
Clocking in at just over an hour, Pain Remains is as far-reaching in scope as any modern extreme metal album. It thinks big, pushing beyond preconception or musical boundaries.
