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THEM DAMN KINGS Release New Single “OVERBOARD”

April 30, 2025 ColetteJosef Leave a comment

THEM DAMN KINGS, the hard rock / heavy metal wrecking machine founded by guitarist/vocalist Jef Rhodes, has unleashed their new single titled “OVERBOARD” The track highlights the band’s signature style with in your face riﬀs, blistering solos, and unique

vocal style that the band’s fans have come to expect. “OVERBOARD” is available across all major streaming platforms. Video for “OVERBOARD” can be seen here:

Rhodes, exclaims “This song is very personal to me as it was written in such a messed up tragic way. It still makes me feel weird when I listen to it or play it. I was on one of those Rock “n” Roll cruise’s and the whole boat was woken up at like 5am with horns blasting and over the intercom they were saying we were in a man

overboard situation. I just remember looking out the window of the cabin and seeing this blinking light out on the stormy water. I thought for sure they got this guy at first but as the minutes kept creeping along it started to become painfully obvious they weren’t finding this guy, and my head started racing as if I was putting myself in this guys point of view. So I grabbed my notebook and just started writing. I mean Normally it takes me some time to write lyrics, especially lyrics. But this song was written in real time as it was all unfolding” I mean nobody at that time really knew the guy jumped, so I couldn’t really comprehend why someone would intentionally jump overboard oﬀ a cruise ship I just thought the guy fell and it really freaked me out. So now there’s a song about it.”

Them Damn Kings has also welcomed New Jersey native Cooper Hughes joining the band as their full time drummer following Ryan Folden’s departure. Cooper and Jef have completed tracking what will become the band’s sophomore album, following up their debut album “Rise Up” which spawned the single “Throw It Away” reaching #4 on the NACC radio charts.

Cooper adds, “I’m thrilled to be a part of the next chapter of Them Damn Kings! “OVERBOARD” oﬀers a glimpse into whats ahead. Jef’s songwriting on this track perfectly encapsulates a moment in time, capturing the raw emotion of this tragedy. It’s a powerful, unrelenting display of Rock “n” Roll. Crank it up and enjoy the ride!”

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Houston Based Deathcore Band OF THE FALLEN Unleashes a Metal Onslaught with Their Explosive New Single “COUNTERFEIT//SKIN”

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Brace yourself. The gates have opened, and the storm has arrived. OF THE FALLEN, the relentless force in modern metal, has returned with their most vicious, soul-rattling track yet — “COUNTERFEIT//SKIN.” A sonic eruption of pure fury and uncompromising truth, the single drops today on all major streaming platforms, sending shockwaves through the metal scene. Combining guttural growls, face-melting riffs, and machine-gun percussion, “COUNTERFEIT//SKIN” is a battle cry against the fake, the hollow, and the soulless. It’s not just a song — it’s a warpath.

“COUNTERFEIT//SKIN” is a song that talks about body dysphoria and the images we set for ourselves as well as society has imprinted on us to abide by. Whether you’re skinny, fat, a body builder, they/them, male or female, or any other views we view ourselves as that we do not care for or want to abide by.

This is an anthem of a bigger concept in which we all struggle with mental health and aspects that impact our daily lives.

OF THE FALLEN is a Houston-based deathcore band pushing the genre’s emotional and sonic boundaries. With the addition of new vocalist Jacob Cormier, the band unleashes a renewed fury on their latest single “COUNTERFEIT//SKIN,” a punishing yet deeply personal track exploring body dysphoria. Guitarists Wayne Ortiz and Alexis Ramon Nino, along with drummer

Waylon Murphree, form the foundation of a sound that’s as relentless as it is cathartic. Unafraid to confront internal struggles head-on, OF THE FALLEN blends’ brutal breakdowns with haunting atmosphere—music that hits hard and cuts deep.

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RAVEN BLACK

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IGNITES THE FLAME WITH FIERY NEW SINGLE “BURN” THE LATEST CHAPTER OF THEIR UPCOMING ALBUM ”BLACK SONATA” Due Out September 12

The circus of the macabre returns — louder, darker, and more ferocious than ever.

The haunting, genre-defying force known as RAVEN BLACK has unleashed the next chapter in their unfolding gothic metal opera. “BURN” — the second single from the highly anticipated full-length album

Black Sonata — “BURN” is available now across all streaming platforms.

“Burn” follows the success of “FXCK YOU,” the album’s first single, and continues the narrative arc of Black Sonata — an album that promises to be RAVEN BLACK’S most ambitious and immersive work to date. Drawing from classical influences, dark theater, and spine-rattling metalcore, this album is a journey into the void… with the devil grinning from the passenger seat.

Produced by Ulrich Wild (Static-X, White Zombie, Deftones), “Burn” is an infernal symphony of heavy guitars, industrial textures, and Raven’s unmistakable blend of haunting melody and psychotic screams.

Meet RAVEN BLACK, a theatrical metal act originally from Los Angeles. Their unique brand of metal, influenced by gothic, classical, and heavy metal music, serves as the soundtrack to vocalist Raven’s duality as she shares her story of being a hybrid of both dark and light.

Drawing from a myriad of musical inspirations, RAVEN BLACK expertly blends elements from their favorite art forms, including movies, ethnic backgrounds, and personal life experiences. Each song is crafted to take fans on an adventure, offering new perspectives and understandings. Their sound ranges from melodic to dark, fun to raging and psychotic—yet every track tells a story.

At the heart of their narrative lies a comic book character: a girl whose innocence was taken at a young age. Overcoming her demons and cursed by her predators, she discovers she is half human, half doll. The doll within her is dark, and as she embraces her inner darkness, she travels with her demons who protect her from those seeking to steal her inner power.

She is the key.

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GILLSAW

April 29, 2025 ColetteJosef Leave a comment

Unleashes Epic Cover of Marilyn Manson’s “THE BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE”

The vision behind our ‘The Beautiful People’ cover stems from a unique personal connection. Marilyn Manson’s groundbreaking original, released almost three decades ago, immediately struck me. Simultaneously, the imagery from the 1932 movie Freaks, especially its legendary dinner scene, left a lasting impression. For me, the song always evoked the film. Our cover project makes this fusion explicit: the visuals (video/artwork) directly blend these influences. Sonically, it’s a tribute reimagined through the heavy GILLSAW lens – respecting the core while delivering our distinct, powerful sound.

FOG WATCH Narrative:

“Fog Watch” tells the tragic story of Ian, a man descending into madness. Through a series of increasingly distorted experiences, we witness his journey from isolated lighthouse keeper to drug-addicted nomad.

Fog Watch: Ian battles loneliness and encroaching insanity, symbolized by the perpetual fog. The lyrics reflect his isolation and mental deterioration.
Thankful: Ian’s desire for validation turns to bitter rage as he resents the lack of gratitude from those he protects.
Rizen: Ian falls under the influence of a false deity, surrendering reason for blind obedience.
Siren Comes: Ian faces nightly temptations, battling internal fears and desires.
Trenched In: Ian’s final act of devotion leads to his self-burial, a symbolic death and rebirth.
Bombay Way: The reality is revealed: Ian’s experiences were drug-induced delusions, culminating in a fatal overdose in Bombay Beach.

“FOG WATCH” explores themes of isolation, the search for meaning, and the destructive power of delusion.

GILLSAW’S SOUND

Gillsaw’s sound is a meticulously crafted fusion of heavy metal’s muscularity and industrial music’s stark, electronic edge. This powerful core is layered with intricate progressive structures and ethereal new age ambient textures, creating a dynamic and immersive atmosphere that defies genre boundaries.

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ROCK GIANTS THREE DAYS GRACE ANNOUNCE EUROPEAN/UK TOUR WITH SUPPORT FROM BADFLOWER

April 29, 2025 carinadarkart Leave a comment

Multi-platinum rock giants Three Days Grace have announced they will be heading to Europe and the UK this Fall for a string of shows with support from Badflower. The 21-date run kicks off on November 14 at Arena in Budapest, HU, making stops in Hamburg, Berlin, Paris, Brussels, and more before wrapping up December 13 at O2 Academy Brixton in London, UK. Artist presale begins on Wednesday, April 30 at 10am local time, Spotify pre-sale kicks off Thursday, May 1 at 10am local time, and general on-sale will be available on Friday, May 2 at 10am local time.

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METALLICA LOAD (REMASTERED) LIMITED EDITION DELUXE BOX SET OUT JUNE 13

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Metallica has announced the definitive re-release of the band’s 5x platinum sixth studio album Load, out June 13 via the band’s own Blackened Recordings.

Remastered by Reuben Cohen at Lurssen Mastering with Greg Fidelman overseeing, the Load Remastered Limited Edition Deluxe Box Set is available now for pre-order at https://www.metallica.com/store/load-remastered/ where full package details and track listings can be viewed. Pre-orders of the Deluxe Box will receive instant grat tracks “Until It Sleeps (Remastered),” “Until It Sleeps (Herman Melville Mix),” “F.O.B.D. (“Until It Sleeps” Rough Chorus Vocal Idea Mix),” and “Until It Sleeps (Live at Slim’s, San Francisco, CA – June 10th, 1996).”

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