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BLEACH EVERYTHING: Cvlt Nation Premieres “Shears” Video

As Richmond, Virginia-based hardcore punk quartet BLEACH EVERYTHING prepares to issue their debut LP, So We Gnaw, through Dark Operative next week, Cvlt Nation is hosting the premiere of the album’s “Shears,” through a horror-themed video for the track.

Watch this tribute to Horror from BLEACH EVERYTHING “Shears”

The Dead South preview new album before Glastonbury and Brixton Academy

With their traditional arrangement of cello, mandolin, guitar and banjo, the four-piece look to continue their upbeat bluegrass heritage on this bright and vibrant return. With its distinct country influences, mixed with classic blues and soul throughout, ‘Diamond Ring’ is one of the band’s more uplifting and engaging cuts from their forthcoming release. Telling the story of William, a would-be groom robbed of his engagement offering; this new track channels the group’s compelling storytelling through the guise of foot-stomping chords and hip-shaking rhythm.

Makeunder’s debut LP “Pale Cicada” out now via Good Eye Records

The album was preceded by singles “In Between My Dead-End Jobs” and “Promethean Heat” which debuted via Consequence of Sound and the Talkhouse respectively, with a track breakdown by Makeunder’s Hamilton Ulmer on the former and an essay by Nate Brenner of Tune-Yards and Naytronix on the latter.

Strangely Alright’s new ‘Reigning Nonsense’ Video

Lighthearted, whimsical video directed by Christian Clarks for Strangely Alright’s new single Reigning Nonsense,a U2’s Wild Horses meets Neo-indie rock playful poke at opinions that dirty up the universe and quite often end up being part of the problem and not the solution.

ICYMI: ELLE VARNER ON GOOD MORNING AMERICA

This morning Grammy-Award winning singer/songwriter Elle Varner kicked off the holiday weekend with a killer performance of her new single “Kinda Love,” which is featured on her highly anticipated new project ELLEVATION out July 12. She also performed her single “Loving U Blind,” which can be viewed on the show’s website. Elle’s performance on Good Morning America is just the tip of the iceberg as she prepares to head down to New Orleans to perform tomorrow, Friday, July 5 at the 25th Anniversary of the ESSENCE Festival.

Former Members of Five Finger Death Punch, Sacred Mother Tongue, Invidia, Flatline, Devolved, and Stratovarius Join Forces for UNVEIL THE STRENGTH

Mark Wölfe, Andy James, Matt Snell, Matt Guillory, and Tim Hassemer–former members of Five Finger Death Punch, Sacred Mother Tongue, Invidia, Flatline, Devolved, and Stratovarius–have come together to form the heavy metal band, UNVEIL THE STRENGTH.

Clayton Bellamy and The Congregation

Clayton Bellamy and The Congregation deliver another incredible track, and continue to tour internationally in support of this incredible record due out later this year!

If you’re a fan of Black Keys and the real roots of Rock N Roll, this track is for you!

Clayton Bellamy (Road Hammers) and The Congregation are out to start a movement! A musical revival of the roots of rock music, and deliver 100% on that mission with their latest single, Resistorz!

DETACH THE ISLANDS: Metal Injection Streams The Burden To Become Fact As Debut Album By Brooklyn Outfit Nears Release This Friday

The Burden To Become Fact was written and produced by DETACH THE ISLANDS mastermind Emmett Ceglia, with additional lyrics on “Culture Architects” by Dan Kelly. The bass and drums were recorded by Dominic Nastasi at Vudu Studios, the guitars recorded by Siddhu Anandalingam at Si Doux Studios, and the vocals recorded by Emmett Ceglia at Dental Records HQ. The record was mixed by Ceglia at Dental Records HQ, mastered by Alan Douches at West West Side Music, and completed with artwork by Ceglia.

Throw Down With DETACH THE ISLANDS’ New Album The Burden To Become Fact

Watch patients learn “Get Ready” from legendary Smokey Robinson at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Legendary entertainer Smokey Robinson is featured in a new video that captures special, and sometimes comical moments as the Grammy Award winner interacts and performs with patients at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®.

deCasa releases “weKnow” on June 21st!

deCasa has now released new single, “weKnow,” on June 21st. “weKnow” will be the Texas artist’s 2nd single of the year. deCasa aims to center the summer around this carefully crafted major release.

Lionsgate and Saban Films to Release Rob Zombie’s ‘3 From Hell’ in Movie Theaters September 16-18

Global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) and Saban Films are unleashing horror icon and heavy metal mastermind Rob Zombie’s 3 From Hell, the follow-up to House of 1,000 Corpses and The Devil’s Rejects, as the next chapter in the blood-soaked crime saga. The film will be released in nearly 900 select movie theaters on September 16, 17 and 18, 2019 through Fathom’s Digital Broadcast Network (DBN). Fathom Events will broadcast the unrated version to theaters with each night featuring unique bonus content.

On September 16th, moviegoers will see a special video introduction from Rob Zombie with the first 50 attendees at each theater receiving an exclusive poster (while supplies last). On the 17th, audiences will be treated to a nearly 30-minute behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film. On the 18th, moviegoers will experience the ultimate double feature including 3 From Hell and The Devil’s Rejects

Where We Sleep presents ‘Control’ single feat. The Fall’s Ben Pritchard

“A dive into the dark glamor of PJ Harvey and the assaulting in-your-face delivery of Garbage. This is wholesome stuff, enjoyable and alternative, in a world of pristine pop perfection, this project is scraping with a diamond of intensity at the wall of glass between styles” – Peek-a-Boo Magazine

YES Front Man Jon Anderson Announces Summer Tour Dates

Legendary Yes singer Jon Anderson has announced new batch of summer dates as part of his 1000 Hands World Tour, which is in support of his new solo album 1000 Hands, an album nearly 30 years in the making. The new album will see a worldwide release this fall, but fans who attend a show on this tour will have the opportunity to purchase the new masterwork in advance. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit – jonanderson1000hands.com.

Lulu Lewis – Genuine Psychic – Album Release

The first single, Eternal Youth, is written in the voice of the same character who is a perplexing creature we’ve contemplated. Imagine what is must be like for an angel to try and sleep with cumbersome wings, so we ask the question, would you rather fly or sleep? We’re not sure. But we are sure that we’re proud of what we’ve made and hope you enjoy and appreciate it as well.

Tetsuians – ‘Chump Change’ Single & Video

After playing venues in Melbourne such as Gertrudes Brown Couch, The Corner, Greyhound Hotel, Revolver and the Brunswick Hotel, Tetsuians amassed around 40 songs which they felt could be whittled down to an album of ten tracks.

Finding Jane Track: Broken Signs

Alternative rock band trio Finding Jane: Keith Leslie Paton Tan (Vocalist & Guitarist), Ismail Teo (Bassist) and Daniel Hgalel (Drummer) originally come together to jam leisurely but their unspoken chemistry called them into a deeper journey into the music industry. Thus began their music journey together

Stitches Track: I’m So Lost

‘I’m So Lost’ is Stitches’s latest single that introduces a new sound that’s meant to help people going through problems in life like Mental illness /depression. Anybody who hears this song will feel a sense of healing. It will get you through tough times.

Azure Blue – The Rose [New music video out today]

Today Azure Blue completes the love album Images of You with a music video for the track The Rose. The album has already gotten fine reviews in magazines and blogs around the world. The video delicately paints the independent film maker Daniela Gullström’s image of Azure Blue as a response to the lovesongs written for her. The result is a fluorescent and melancholic daydream. An ode to love itself. For everyone.

Check Out Industrial Rock Band PORN’s New Video, “Evil Six Evil”

Industrial/rock band PORN are pleased to announce the release of their new video “Evil Six Evil.” The track appears on their latest album, “The Darkest Of Human Desires – Act II.”

The video was directed by Matteo Vdiva whose previous work included videos with Powerwolf, Lord of the Lost and Mono Inc.

WATCH – UK Rising Rapper Kirby Forest Shares ‘I Don’t Care’ Official Video, Out Today.

“Kirby Forest has long been on our radar, possessing a neat ability to twist rhymes on his innermost thoughts around experimental soundscapes. – COMPLEX

A mouse takes action against a cat corporation in awesome new video from The Ghosts

‘…what it would sound like if Paul McCartney discovered the 21st century’ NOISE ON TRIAL

It features an animated mouse taking action against a prey-killing, corporate machine run by cats and has been nominated for the McLaren Award at this year’s Edinburgh International Film Festival.

The Once announces Canadian and UK tour dates

Teeming with lush harmonies thick enough to stand on, The Once embarks on a series of summer and fall tour dates. The JUNO-nominated act performs throughout Canada and the UK in continued support of their newest acclaimed album, Time Enough.

Dates are as follows:

July 05 – Indian River, PE @ Indian River Festival
July 19 – Milton, NL @ Community Cultural House
July 20 – Bonavista, NL @ Garrick Theatre
July 27 – Bury, UK @ The Met
July 28 – Topcliffe, UK @ Deer Shed Festival
July 31 – Cramlington, UK @ Cramlington Folk Club
August 01 – Oxfordshire, UK @ Wilderness Festival
August 03 – Cambridge, UK @ Cambridge Folk Festival
August 13-14 – Woody Point, NL @ Writers At Woody Point
August 16-18 – Owen Sound, ON @ Summerfolk
September 12 – Ottawa, ON @ CityFolk
October 04 – Winnipeg, MB @ West End Cultural Centre
October 05 – Saskatoon, SK @ The Bassment
October 08 – Calgary, AB @ Festival Hall
October 09 – Edmonton, AB @ Festival Place
December 01 – Toronto, ON @ The Great Hall
December 03 – Peterborough, ON @ Market Hall Performing Arts Centre
December 04 – Hamilton, ON @ Mills Hardware
December 05 – London, ON @ Aeolian Hall
December 06 – Brockville, ON @ St. John’s United Church *
December 07 – Dacre, ON @ DACA Centre *

Folk Radio premiere Jeb Loy Nichols’ Black Rooster (“I think we’re going to be in for a treat.”)

Jeb Loy Nichols, the UK-based, Wyoming-born artist and songsmith, has been putting out his own singular brand of smoky retro soul for over two decades, gathering a fervent cult following along the way. Nichols, backed by his touring band, the Westwood All-Stars, will release a new studio album, JUNE IS SHORT, JULY IS LONG, on July 5 on Compass Records (UK + EU only).

Premiere: Jeb Loy Nichols shares new single Black Rooster

Japanese Animated Feature “Promare” From Acclaimed Studio TRIGGER Set to Light Up Big Screens on September 17 & 19

GKIDS and Fathom Events continue their collaboration to bring exciting all new animated features to U.S. cinemas with the “Promare” special premiere events in September. “Promare” is the first feature-length film from the acclaimed Studio TRIGGER, creators of the hit series “Kill la Kill” and “Little Witch Academia.” Directed by Hiroyuki Imaishi (“Gurren Lagann,” “Kill la Kill”), “Promare” is the spiritual successor to many his former works, and uses a bold cel-shaded visual style to tell a blistering action-adventure story.

“Promare” will be shown in its original Japanese language as well as an all-new English language version.

The Be Positives debut with ‘70s inspired mad-pop single ‘Monkey (Cheetah)’

THE BE POSITIVES is a northern conundrum. It features two members from Slovenly Records garage-rock outfit Proto Idiot, who’ve found support from Dork, Loud And Quiet, Louder Than War and VICE.

‘Topical’ band Chernobyl Sunshine Club release unsual video for latest single ‘Birthdayland.’

he group’s sound is compiled of shamanistic vocals and a towering, bald-headed front man who flails his arms about and plays the keyboard – they’re certainly entertaining live, need I say anymore?

Gorgon City drop new single ‘Elizabeth Street’

‘Elizabeth Street’ sees the boys deliver an infectious house groover, fit with emotive chords and high-intensity breakdowns. It marks their first release since ‘Go Slow’, a collaboration with Kaskade that has clocked up over 8 million global streams since it’s May release.