From Severed Illusions’ upcoming EP, set to be released October 29th!
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3 Bands/Artists You Should Be Following (#34)
1. Bleed The Sky: Metalcore from California. For fans of Chimaira, Code Orange, Lorna Shore, etc. Bleed The Sky parted ways with their vocalist this year, but they have said they intend to tour in early 2023. Check out their song “The Devil Will See You Now.” This track was released during the pandemic and was the band’s first song to reach one million streams on Spotify.
2. Frost Koffin: Metal from Texas. For fans of Pantera, Iron Maiden, Black Label Society, etc. Frost Koffin just released Southern Misery in November 2021 and have been touring with acts such as Bather and The Acacia Strain since. Here is the first single from the album, “Texas Bullwhip.” Frost Koffin just wrapped up a tour in February, so keep an eye on their socials to see what’s next!
3. Holomvmt: A progressive hardcore/melodic metalcore band consisting of members from Pennsylvania and Ohio. For fans of From First To Last, Erra, Northlane, etc. Holomvmt just released “Kintsugi” back in July, but their socials have been silent since then. Hoping for news and/or new music soon!
The Devil Wears Prada Shares Dates for the Zombie Tour 2022
The Devil Wears Prada has announced a massive summer tour on which they will play the entirety of both the Zombie and ZII EPs, plus their greatest hits. They are bringing along Stray From The Path and Dying Wish as special guests. Get your tickets at tdwpband.com.
- 8/4 – Milwaukee, WI – The Rave
- 8/5 – Detroit, MI – Majestic
- 8/6 – Columbus, OH – Kemba Live!
- 8/7 – Pittsburgh, PA – Mr. Smalls
- 8/9 – Baltimore, MD – Sound Stage
- 8/10 – Reading, PA – Reverb
- 8/11 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza
- 8/12 – Boston, MA – Paradise
- 8/13 – Montreal, QC – Corona
- 8/14 – Toronto, ON – The Danforth
- 8/16 – Grand Rapids, MI – Elevation
- 8/17 – Chicago, IL – House of Blues
- 8/18 – Kansas City, MO – Truman
- 8/19 – Denver, CO – Oriental Theatre
- 8/20 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Complex
- 8/21 – Boise, ID – Knitting Factory
- 8/23 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon
- 8/24 – Portland, OR – Hawthorne
- 8/25 – Sacramento, CA – Goldfield
- 8/26 – Los Angeles, CA – Regent
- 8/27 – Anaheim, CA – House of Blues
- 8/28 – Mesa, AZ – Nile Theatre
- 8/30 – San Antonio, TX – Vibes
- 8/31 – Houston, TX – White Oak
- 9/1 – Dallas, TX – South Side
- 9/2 – Memphis, TN – Growlers
- 9/3 – St. Louis, MO – Red Flag
- 9/4 – Ft. Wayne, IN – Piere’s
- 9/6 – Nashville, TN – Eastside Bowl
- 9/7 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
- 9/9 – Tampa, FL – The Orpheum
- 9/10 – Columbia, SC – The Senate
- 9/11 – Danville, VA – Blue Ridge
New Music Alert! October Ends: “Play Time”
5 Bands/Artists You Should Be Following (#30)
1. Pacific Radio
Rock from California. For fans of Noah and the Whale, Beware of Darkness, Beck, etc. Pacific Radio recently released the official video for “Katie.” The first single from their new album will be out soon!
“Katie”
“Camaro”
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2. Stage of Reality
Modern groove metal from Italy. For fans of Iron Maiden, Dream Theater, Dio, etc. Stage of Reality has been playing shows in support of their self-titled album! Check out two of the tracks from that record, “Spectral Drum Down” and “Not In Vain.”
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3. EGGVN
Industrial metal from Mexico. For fans of Ministry, Psyclon Nine, Godflesh, etc. Eggvn released their first full-length album, Solve Et Coagula, earlier this year!
“A.A.S.B.”
“Let the Devil Shine”
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4. The Silencer
Metal from New York. For fans of In Flames, early Killswitch Engage, Machine Head, etc. The Silencer just released a video for the track “I, Archaic,” and they are playing a hometown show in November!
“I, Archaic”
“Atonement”
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5. Behind the Horror
Metal from Brazil. For fans of Sepultura, Metallica, Pantera, etc. Behind the Horror recently wrapped up their summer tour and are now focusing their energy on new music!
“Wrath”
“Prisoner”
5 Bands/Artists You Should Be Following (#26)
1. Shallowpoint
Rock/metal from Tennessee. For fans of Devour the Day, Sevendust, Gemini Syndrome, etc. Shallowpoint has been recording new music and is booking shows (check out their official site for more). Here is the band’s latest lyric video, “Dislocate,” and for those with a heavier preference, check out “Fractured.”
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2. Landmvrks
Metal from France. For fans of early Bring Me The Horizon, Soilwork, Atreyu, etc. Landmvrks’ latest album, Fantasy, was released in November 2018 and they are currently touring to promote it. Listen to “Endless Paradox” and “Blistering.”
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3. Saint Slumber
Indie rock/alternative pop “forged in the suburban sprawl between Philadelphia and NYC.” For fans of The Chainsmokers, The 1975, twenty one pilots, etc. Saint Slumber will begin their new record cycle this spring and have been reworking their live performance for the upcoming shows. I listened to quite a few tracks while writing this. My favorites (so far) are “Youth,” “Cool,” and “Human.”
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4. Wild Root
Soul music with a rock interpretation (hard soul) from Florida. For fans of Steely Dan, Government Mule, Dave Matthews Band, etc. Wild Root is playing shows all over Florida, bringing their particular brand of bluesy, soul-touching rock with them. Kick off your Wild Root education with “More Than I Can See” and “Jungle.”
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5. All the Colours
Alternative rock from Australia. For fans of Beck, The White Stripes, Queens of the Stone Age, etc. All the Colours is set to release their third album this year! Here is ATC’s latest single, “You Know, I Don’t,” and this track from 2015, “So High.”
Playlist Challenge, Day 557
The Spill Canvas — “All Over You”
5 Bands/Artists You Should Be Following (#15)
1. Sisters Doll
A rock band from Australia. For fans of Poison, Thin Lizzy, the New York Dolls, etc. Sisters Doll just re-launched their single “Strutt,” and their album All Dolled Up is available now. Check out “Strutt” and “Good Day To Be Alive.”
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2. Sinful Lilly
Alternative/Hard rock from Kentucky. For fans of Rob Zombie, Alice Cooper, Wednesday 13, etc. Sinful Lilly has a few upcoming shows with Beasto Blanco, and they recently released their single “Wait Your Turn.” You can get their album, Moment of Clarity, on their official site. Sinful Lilly have also contributed to tributes for Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Aerosmith, and more.
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3. Daze of June
Melodic Metal/Hardcore from Denmark. For fans of Five Finger Death Punch, All That Remains, Killswitch Engage, etc. Daze of June will be supporting Northlane on August 15th. Listen to “It Stays” and the title track from their album Heart of Silver.
4. AsFireFalls
Hard Rock/Electronic/Post-Hardcore from Idaho. For fans of Asking Alexandria, Blessthefall, I See Stars, etc. AsFireFalls is currently on the road. They will be playing JoshuaFest this year. Here are “World in Grey” and “Glass Skeleton.”
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5. Silent Theory
Hard rock from Idaho. For fans of Breaking Benjamin, Trivium, Tremonti, etc. Silent Theory will be playing Rockin’ on the River in Clarkston, WA, on July 28th. Their newest album, Delusions, is available on iTunes. Check out “Watch Me Burn” and “Fragile Minds.”
5 Bands/Artists You Should Be Following (#11)
1. KAATO
A rock band hailing from Australia and Tennessee. For fans of classic rock such as Tom Petty, Rod Stewart, The Black Crowes, etc. Check out “High Time” from KAATO’s self-titled album.
2. Awake At Last
A dark pop/hard rock/post-hardcore band from Delaware. For fans of Crown the Empire, Ice Nine Kills, Get Scared, etc. Awake At Last will be hitting the road in early July, including a few dates on Vans Warped Tour. Here are “King of the World” and “Never Be A Memory.”
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3. Relapse Symphony
A rock band from Washington DC. For fans of Black Veil Brides, Vampires Everywhere!, I Prevail, etc. Relapse Symphony is busy working on new things; meanwhile, vocalist Bret Von Dehl has released an EP with his side project, Heathens. Listen to “One More Yesterday” and “Born To Burn.”
4. Betrayer (UK)
A hardcore band from England. For fans of Slipknot, Hatebreed, Killswitch Engage, etc. Betrayer’s EP, Body of Integrity, will be released on June 28th. Check out the first two singles from the EP, “Integrity” and “Embodiment.”
5. Badflower
A rock band from California. For fans of Led Zeppelin, Greta Van Fleet, The Band, etc. Badflower is currently on the road. Listen to their latest single, “Ghost,” and my favorite of their songs, “The Jester.”
5 Bands/Artists You Should Be Following (#7)
This installment could get rather lengthy. I saw three of the featured bands a few weeks ago, so I have a lot to say.
1. Locust Grove
A hard rock band from Oklahoma. These guys put on a kick ass live show, and they mean it when they say they’re bringing heavy guitar riffs back to rock. Lots of hair, gritty yet melodic vocals, and riffs reminiscent of Five Finger Death Punch, Sevendust, etc., Locust Grove could easily be your new favorite band. Check out the tracks “Monster” and “Menace of Society” below.
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2. Joyous Wolf
A rock band from California. These guys have been setting the world on fire this spring, being signed to a major label and playing such festivals as Carolina Rebellion and Rocklahoma. Joyous Wolf puts on one of the most energetic performances I’ve ever seen, in addition to their raw talent. I will not compare them to anyone else, but I will tell you they blend rock-n-roll, blues, and southern rock masterfully. The guys have currently left the road to record their first album. Here’s a taste of what you can expect.
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3. Blacktop Mojo
A hard rock/Southern rock band from Texas. You may have heard their cover of Aerosmith’s “Dream On,” thanks to Sirius XM Octane. Blacktop Mojo employs all the best elements of classic rock, rock-n-roll, and Southern rock to bring fans a sound that is pure joy to the ears. They put on a fantastic show, doing whatever it takes and giving 110% every time. It’s no wonder they have already cultivated quite the following. You can look at their tour dates on Facebook…and if you’re going to Louder Than Life in September, you will see them there!
4. Icon For Hire
A pop/rock/alternative band from Tennessee. For fans of Paramore, Pink, PVRIS, etc. Icon For Hire just finished a spring tour. Listen to them below and keep your eyes open for updates/announcements!
5. Dead Like Juliet
A hard rock/metal band from Italy. For fans of Bring Me the Horizon, The Amity Affliction, early Asking Alexandria, etc. You can get Dead Like Juliet’s latest album, Stranger Shores, now! Here is the most recent single, “Unwanted.”
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