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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!

Any Given Sin + Shallow Side: The Sinful Side Tour 2023

May 28, 2023 — Leave a comment

Any Given Sin and Shallow Side are hitting the road this August with special guest Ovtlier. Tickets are available here. (The Cincinnati and Johnson City dates do not yet have tickets on sale, but they will soon!)

  • 8/9 – Cincinnati, OH – Madison Live
  • 8/10 – Columbus, OH – Rumba Cafe
  • 8/11 – Lakewood, OH – The Winchester Music Tavern
  • 8/12 – Rochester, NY – Montage Music Hall
  • 8/13 – Millersville, PA – Phantom Power
  • 8/15 – Pittsburgh, PA – Crafthouse
  • 8/16 – Brooklyn, NY – Kingsland
  • 8/17 – Concord, NH – Bank of NH Stage
  • 8/18 – Clifton, NJ – Dingbatz
  • 8/20 – Vienna, VA – Jammin’ Java
  • 8/23 – Greensboro, NC – Hangar 1819
  • 8/24 – Spartanburg, SC – Ground Zero
  • 8/25 – Huntsville, AL – Rocket Republic
  • 8/26 – Johnson City, TN – Capone’s

Underoath Announces Co-Headlining Tour With The Ghost Inside

May 27, 2023 — Leave a comment

Underoath and The Ghost Inside will be co-headlining a tour this summer, and they’re bringing along We Came As Romans and Better Lovers. Tickets and VIP can be found at underoath777.com.

  • 7/15 – Mansfield, OH – Inkcarceration Festival 2023*
  • 7/16 – Chicago, IL – The Salt Shed
  • 7/17 – Louisville, KY – Old Forester’s Paristown Hall
  • 7/19 – Reading, PA – Santander Arena
  • 7/21 – New Haven, CT – College Street Music Hall
  • 7/22 – Syracuse, NY – Sharkey’s Summer Stage
  • 7/23 – Toronto, ON – RBC Echo Beach
  • 7/24 – Montreal, QC – L’Olympia
  • 7/27 – Asbury Park, NJ – Stone Pony Summer Stage
  • 7/28 – Coney Island, NY – Coney Island Amphitheater
  • 7/29 – Baltimore, MD – Pier Six Pavilion
  • 7/30 – Worcester, MA – The Palladium Outdoors
  • 8/1 – North Myrtle Beach, SC – House of Blues
  • 8/3 – Tampa, FL – Yuengling Center
  • 8/4 – Boca Raton, FL – Sunset Cove Amphitheater
  • 8/5 – St. Augustine, FL – The St. Augustine Amphitheatre
  • 8/6 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy
  • 8/8 – New Orleans, LA – Orpheum Theater
  • 8/10 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center
  • 8/11 – San Antonio, TX – Boeing Center at Tech Port
  • 8/12 – Dallas, TX – The Factory in Deep Ellum
  • 8/14 – Albuquerque, NM – Revel Entertainment Center^
  • 8/15 – Tempe, AZ – Marquee Theatre^
  • 8/18 – San Francisco, CA – The Warfield^
  • 8/19 – Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory Festival Grounds^

* No We Came As Romans or Better Lovers

^ No Better Lovers

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