KIRK HAMMETT PORTALS EP OUT APRIL 23, “HIGH PLAINS DRIFTER” VIDEO & TRACK OUT NOW


Kirk Hammett of Metallica rings in the release of his debut solo EP Portals with a stunning video for “High Plains Drifter.” “This music was created with what I describe as an Audio-Cinematic approach,” Hammett has said. “They’re soundtracks to the movies in your mind.” In an expression of this Audio-Cinematic approach, the newly unveiled “High Plains Drifter” animated clip directed by AWESOME + modest (Bo Burnham, Mountain Goats, U2: From The Sky Down) creates an ever-morphing psychedelic dreamscape that perfectly complements the first track released from the four-song Portals, out April 23, 2022 via Blackened Recordings across digital platforms, on CD, and as a Record Store Day Exclusive Ocean Blue Vinyl EP (including a download card).

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DAVEY SUICIDE Releases New Single, “Caught in the Fire”


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Hollywood based, heavy rock outfit, DAVEY SUICIDE has unveiled their newest single, “Caught in the Fire. The active rock anthem co-written by SUICIDE and ERIK RON (GodsmackPanic At the DiscoMotionless in WhiteBlack Veil Brides), pulls you in and takes you on an emotional ride full of guts, conviction, and a monster hook that cements itself into your brain! “Caught in the Fire” was mixed and mastered by ERIK RON and ANTHONY REEDER.

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Northlane Release New Album “Obsidian” Today + Share “Abomination”


Australia’s heavy trailblazers NORTHLANE have released their sixth album, Obsidian, today, April 22, 2022 via Believe. Get it here

Today, the band has shared the visualizer for “Abomination.” Watch and listen here.

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WINGS OF STEEL Bring Back Classic Heavy Metal with Eponymous Debut EP


Los Angeles based, Classic Heavy Rock band WINGS OF STEEL has released their self-titled EP! Wings of Steel is a refreshing throwback EP rooted in the classic hard rock and heavy metal of the 70s and 80s, the band’s style could be described as a new and unique expression of old school heavy metal. Vocalist Leo Unnermark’s bluesy dynamics and powerful high register with Guitarist Parker Halub’s bombastic riffs and expressive soloing come together to create a distinctly massive sound that truly speaks for itself.

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OHP Releases BRUTAL Metal Cover of THE WEEKND Hit Single, “Blinding Lights”


Israel born and LA based heavy rock artist OHP (OREN HALMUT) has revealed his blistering cover of THE WEEKND massive, 2019 hit single, “Blinding Lights.” Shot, produced, directed and edited by the artist, “Blinding Lights” is just the starting point as the enigmatic artist reinterprets and reimagines major pop hit singles.

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SPIRIT ADRIFT Announce New Compilation + UK Tour Starts This Month


The new 8-song collection features 2 new originals and 6 cover songs, set for release on August 19th via Century Media. Catch SPIRIT ADRIFT on tour in the UK + Europe with Yob later this month!

SPIRIT ADRIFT expand their prolific catalog with ‘20 Centuries Gone‘, a collection of two new original songs and six cover songs that span the timeline of the band’s most foundational influences.

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