gothic rock

Shadow Reborn Invites You to the Realm of the Wicked (Review)

May 30, 2023 — 1 Comment

Shadow Reborn is a theatrical goth metal band from southern Florida. I’m a bit late to the party, I’m sorry to say, and have only just delved into their latest EP, Realm of the Wicked, which was released back in February 2022.

It is immediately apparent that Shadow Reborn is a band that values a thematic approach to both their appearance and their music, and Realm of the Wicked offers a tantalizing glimpse into their dark, glamorous world. With a running time of 26 minutes and 52 seconds, this EP is sure to carry you on a carnival ride of the macabre.

The atmosphere is set with the brief “Intro,” building anticipation before the jazzy cabaret that is the opening to “Danse Macabre” (my favorite track). Here, the listener is given a taste of the talent that Shadow Reborn possesses, as well as a heavy nod to their influences – The 69 Eyes, HIM, and Type O Negative, just to name a few.

While centered around the goth metal genre, further exploration into the EP showcases elements of 80’s glam and dark cabaret a la Emilie Autumn or Marquis of Vaudeville. “Danse Macabre” and “Tonight is Ours” are guitar centric songs, while “Her Mortal Embrace” has the addition of a more symphonic sound, given weight by the orchestral arrangements and haunting guest vocals provided by Hali Laso. “R” jumps out as the most unique track, a faster and harsher arrangement throughout which is threaded shredding guitars that are speed metalesque.

The EP is wrapped with a cover of Motley Crue’s “Ten Seconds to Love,” a tribute that stays quite true to the original. I personally prefer the slower, deeper voice of Shadow Reborn’s front man; it sounds shockingly similar to Jyrki 69 and I am a huge fan of The 69 Eyes.

Realm of the Wicked is a must-hear for all the rock and metal fans out there who enjoy the theatrical, the gothic, the glamorous, but I believe it also stands strong against the critique of those searching for more. Shadow Reborn is a gifted band with something to offer most rock/metal fans, so do yourself a favor and check them out ASAP!

In This Moment + Motionless In White: The Dark Horizon Tour 2023

May 25, 2023 — Leave a comment

In This Moment and Motionless In White are bringing The Dark Horizon Tour to a city near you, with special guests Fit For A King and From Ashes To New.

Tickets/VIP: inthismomentofficial.com

  • 7/8 – Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun Arena
  • 7/9 – Buffalo, NY – Buffalo Riverworks
  • 7/11 – Charleston, WV – Charleston Coliseum
  • 7/13 – Cadott, WI – RockFest 2023*
  • 7/14 – Grand Rapids, MI – Upheaval Festival 2023*
  • 7/15 – Mansfield, OH – Inkcarceration Festival 2023
  • 7/17 – East Moline, IL – The Rust Belt
  • 7/18 – Des Moines, IA – Wells Fargo Arena
  • 7/19 – Sioux Falls, SD – Denny Sanford Premier Center
  • 7/21 – Casper, WY – Ford Wyoming Center
  • 7/22 – Billings, MT – First Interstate Arena
  • 7/23 – Missoula, MT – Big Sky Brewing Co.
  • 7/26 – Reno, NV – Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
  • 7/27 – Paso Robles, CA – Vina Robles Amphitheatre
  • 7/29 – Flagstaff, AZ – Pepsi Amphitheater
  • 7/30 – Grand Junction, CO – Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park
  • 8/1 – Park City, KS – Hartman Arena
  • 8/2 – Oklahoma City, OK – The Criterion
  • 8/4 – Council Bluffs, IA – Westfair Amphitheater
  • 8/5 – Camdenton, MO – Ozarks Amphitheater
  • 8/6 – North Little Rock, AR – Simmons Bank Arena
  • 8/8 – Memphis, TN – Soundstage at Graceland
  • 8/9 – Mobile, AL – Mobile Civic Center
  • 8/11 – Huntsville, AL – Propst Arena at the Von Braun Center
  • 8/12 – Asheville, NC – Harrah’s Cherokee Center
  • 8/13 – Corbin, KY – The Corbin Arena
  • 8/15 – Evansville, IN – Ford Center
  • 8/16 – Fort Wayne, IN – Allen County Expo Center
  • 8/18 – Gilford, NH – Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion
  • 8/19 – Albany, NY – MVP Arena

* In This Moment only

Raven Black: The Scream Tour 2023

May 14, 2023 — Leave a comment

Raven Black is setting out on The Scream Tour alongside Living Dead Girl and Owls & Aliens. The run starts August 12th in Salt Lake City, Utah, and ends August 26th in Houston, Texas. Snag tickets at ravensrejects.com, or you can get tickets and VIP for Living Dead Girl at livingdeadgirl.ca.

Make sure to check the notes at the bottom for the dates that Living Dead Girl will not appear on.

  • 8/12 – Salt Lake City, UT – Leatherheads Sports Bar
  • 8/13 – Denver, CO – Herman’s Hideaway
  • 8/14 – Wichita, KS – Jerry’s Bar & Grill
  • 8/15 – Overland Park, KS – Vivo
  • 8/16 – Springfield, MO – Kiss Bar & Grill
  • 8/17 – Chicago, IL – WC Social Club
  • 8/18 – Dayton, OH – Oddbody’s
  • 8/19 – Battle Creek, MI – Michigan Metal Fest 2023*
  • 8/20 – Braidwood, IL – Top Fuel Saloon
  • 8/21 – Knoxville, TN – The Concourse
  • 8/22 – Nashville, TN – The Cobra
  • 8/23 – Birmingham, AL – The Nick
  • 8/24 – Fort Walton Beach, FL – Downtown Music Hall
  • 8/25 – Long Beach, MS – Trax Bar & Grill^
  • 8/26 – Houston, TX – BFE Rock Club+

* Raven Black only! Living Dead Girl will be playing a show at DAJ in Elkhart, IN, that night.

^ No Living Dead Girl. They will be appearing in Tallahassee, FL, on this date.

+ No Living Dead Girl. Raven Black will be with Owls & Aliens, Scream at the Sky, Horizon Shyft, and Suffering in Silence.

New Music Friday ft. Adelitas Way, Modern Mimes, and Stitched Up Heart

May 12, 2023 — Leave a comment

Adelitas Way: “Fly”

Adelitas Way: “Snake in the Grass”

Modern Mimes: “Heavy Heart”

Stitched Up Heart: “To The Wolves”

New Music Alert! The 69 Eyes: “This Murder Takes Two” (ft. Kat Von D)

April 25, 2023 — Leave a comment

From The 69 Eyes’ new album, Death of Darkness, which is out now!

The Sisters of Mercy Share North American Dates for Spring/Summer 2023

April 18, 2023 — 5 Comments

Tickets: the-sisters-of-mercy.com

  • 5/10 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore
  • 5/13 – Las Vegas, NV – Sick New World Festival 2023
  • 5/14 – Las Vegas, NV – Brooklyn Bowl
  • 5/15 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Palladium
  • 5/17 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic
  • 5/19 – Portland, OR – Crystal Ballroom
  • 5/21 – Seattle, WA – Moore Theatre
  • 5/23 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Palladium
  • 5/24 – Tempe, AZ – Marquee Theatre
  • 5/26 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center
  • 5/27 – Austin, TX – ACL Live
  • 5/29 – St. Louis, MO – Pageant Theater
  • 5/31 – Boston, MA – Big Night Live
  • 6/2 – Brooklyn, NY – Kings Theatre
  • 6/3 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore
  • 6/5 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore
  • 6/6 – Chicago, IL – The Salt Shed
  • 6/8 – Kansas City, MO – Uptown Theater
  • 6/9 – Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium

Vampires Everywhere! Releases Cover of “Cry Little Sister”

April 12, 2023 — Leave a comment

Check out Vampires Everywhere’s rendition of the theme from the 1987 cult classic, The Lost Boys. This has been a long time coming, given that the band’s name was taken from the title of a comic book in the movie (the comic book that explains the rules of vampires and how to kill them).

VV: Neon Noir Tour 2023

February 22, 2023 — Leave a comment

Ville Valo is touring the U.S. this spring to promote his latest solo effort, Neon Noir. Tickets are available here.

  • 4/1 – Philadelphia, PA – Theatre of the Living Arts
  • 4/2 – Boston, MA – Big Night Live
  • 4/4 – Pittsburgh, PA – Roxian Theater
  • 4/5 – Cleveland, OH – House of Blues
  • 4/6 – Detroit, MI – St. Andrews Hall
  • 4/8 – Cincinnati, OH – Bogarts
  • 4/9 – Chicago, IL – House of Blues
  • 4/11 – Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theater
  • 4/13 – Denver, CO – Summit Music Hall
  • 4/14 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot
  • 4/16 – Sacramento, CA – Ace of Spades
  • 4/17 – San Francisco, CA – The Fillmore
  • 4/18 – Los Angeles, CA – Belasco
  • 4/21 – Las Vegas, NV – House of Blues
  • 4/22 – San Diego, CA – House of Blues
  • 4/23 – Phoenix, AZ – Van Buren
  • 4/25 – Dallas, TX – House of Blues
  • 4/26 – San Antonio, TX – Aztec Theater
  • 4/27 – Houston, TX – House of Blues
  • 4/28 – New Orleans, LA – House of Blues
  • 4/30 – Orlando, FL – House of Blues
  • 5/1 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Revolution
  • 5/3 – Atlanta, GA – Buckhead Theatre
  • 5/4 – Nashville, TN – Brooklyn Bowl
  • 5/5 – Charlotte, NC – Underground
  • 5/7 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore
  • 5/8 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza