RAVEN BLACK


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.

GILLSAW


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.

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


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


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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Within Temptation To Release documentary ‘The Invisible Force’ on May 6th 


Within Temptation will release a documentary on May 6th that is a beautiful portrayal of perseverance, resilience, and the power of music in the darkest of times. Exclusively available on YouTube, Within Temptation: The Invisible Force offers an intimate and emotional look at the life of the Dutch symphonic metal band at a defining moment – ​​both in their career and in the global context.

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DOWNLOAD FESTIVAL UNVEILS THREE-DAY STAGE AT THE GREAT ESCAPE 2025


Download Festival is bringing the noise to Brighton next month at The Great Escape with its very own stage under the famous city seafront arches at TheVolks. Spanning three days of heavy hitters, rising alt-stars and future Download favourites, the stage will spotlight the best of the new wave – all primed for bigger things.

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