Mad About Rock

  We exclusively caught up with Brit alternative rock trio VEINS who are poised to drop their long-awaited debut album, 'A New Forever', due Friday 5th June. The band have given us this track by track breakdown of the album: “ Criminal is about how life can shift in an instant. Perceptions change with the press of a button. Good becomes evil, and public opinion rules, regardless of the facts. In a world where clickbait is king, reality becomes distorted and the truth is ignored". " Reign Down is about defying the hand you’ve been dealt. Inspired by frontman Stevie Rees’ sister’s battle with neurofibromatosis type 2, a genetic disease causing tumors on the brain and spine, the song explores survival, resilience, and the relentless urge to embrace life fully, cherishing every fleeting moment." "I Keep Falling is inspired by the short film Nuit Blanche by Arev Manoukian. It captures a fleeting, magical moment between two strangers, revealing an intense yet...

  Rising from the UK underground, GARROW HILL return with a new release that builds on everything they’ve been developing over the years: heavy, dark, and firmly on their own terms. The band have just dropped their engulfing new single and video, Eaten by Crows, which will be followed by their five-track stunning EP, IX, out on Friday 31st July. Check out the video here: Listen to the band at - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0HtlCT7j5PgwprquhXHjP5 . The York-based duo formed by lifelong friends Stewart King and P.G. Branton have often been labelled too obscure or too DIY, but GARROW HILL have stuck to their own path, shaping a sound that draws from alternative heavy rock, post-punk, and the harsher edges of ’90s metal. There’s a strong sense of place running through it, reflecting York’s mix of a polished surface with something darker underneath. IX sees that sound pushed further — tighter and more direct, without losing the atmosphere they’ve built over time. Eaten by Crows se...

  Welsh heavyweights VIRTUE IN VAIN continue to build momentum and will release their new EP, Nothing Is All I Am, on Friday 23rd January. The EP is preceded by a thumping new single and video, Between Reflections and Silence, which is out now. Hit up the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBi4NKH3U2Y Listen to the band at: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3ysLwiCUToDZJljLCmcINg Already known for their savage live performances, VIRTUE IN VAIN, have earned a strong reputation across the UK metal scene. Their intense shows and emotionally driven songwriting continue to connect with audiences, with each release exploring different aspects of the human condition. The band are now completing a trilogy of releases. For All You Know Is The Mask I Wore began with a focus on loss of identity. Dusk // Dawn followed, portraying an anarchic descent through one of the worst nights imaginable. The final chapter, Nothing Is All I Am, is an emotional and honest look at collapse and rebui...

  KREATOR has dropped a powerful live video for the title song of their acclaimed most recent album Hate Über Alles, taken from their monumental performance in Chile in April, 2023. Fans can relive the mayhem and massive circle pits that erupted throughout the night, showcasing the raw energy that only KREATOR and their Chilean Hordes can command. This video is a preview of KREATOR’s full live performance in Chile, which will be released as a live album via streaming services on November 19th, 2024. Watch 'Hate über Alles (live in Chile)': https://youtu.be/V4uiZwHHAFg The 'Klash of the Titans' makes its triumphant return to North America! Fans will enjoy an epic night of metal with thrash royalty KREATOR and TESTAMENT co-headlining the run. The 34-date trek will make its way across the US and will include 7 Canadian dates before concluding in San Francisco on October 27th. Joining the night are special guests Bay Area death metal pioneers and labelmates POSSESSED. Ti...

  From a tiny village in North Yorkshire comes the earth-shattering sound of Scruffy Bear. Georgy, Jack, Sass and Ryan come together to encompass Soulful Fuzz Rock with a serious and stylish attitude. The fuzzy foursome have just dropped a video for their new single ‘Pity Party’ and showcase their fun side with a retro sci-fi themed video that see’s vocalist Georgy play the role of an alien hunter. The video was filmed in various locations in their local area of Darlington, as well as in their very own venue of Pealies Barn in Northallerton. See the video for ‘Pity Party’ below: In regards to where the band came up with the video’s concept, Vocalist Georgy comments, “To us, ‘Pity Party’ has always had an “alien fiesta” sort of vibe, so we decided to really embrace that for the music video. We didn’t want the video to be a “damsel in distress” situation and really loved the idea of the 60s/70s Sci Fi Barbarella theme. This was such a fun video to film & create! .” “The song ‘...

  ‘A way in’ is the debut EP by London’s hottest new rock band The Burning Feathers. Showing off the band’s strong and broad range of old school alt rock material, the EP will feature the band’s previously released singles, including the popular rockers ‘Start of an end’ and ‘Surface of the Moon’. The EP will also feature a new track ‘A way in’ - a song about hope and searching for something better. ‘A way in’ is the band’s most melodic song so far and is a departure from their previous heavier material, taking the listener on a journey - with vibes of Bon Iver, Pink Floyd and even Glassjaw! The band have already played a number of packed out shows around London and have a lot more songs under their belt, which they’ll be releasing throughout the upcoming year, as well as a handful of shows around the UK. But for now ‘A way in’ is the perfect entry point to understand what The Burning Feathers are all about. The band will be promoting the release with a special free acoustic show a...

  Innovative South London power duo ROOM11 have announced the release of their debut EP, 'We All Fall Down', set for the 3rd of May 2024. In celebration, the band are holding a launch party at Signature Brew, Haggerston, on the 29th of April. As heard on BBC Introducing and Planet Rock Radio, ROOM11 promises an evening of live music featuring the distinctive sound that has quickly made the duo ones to look out for and go see live. Since their emergence, ROOM11 has captured the attention of both audiences and critics with their unique sound. Combining old-school rock influences with modern sonics, high energy, and with a touch of electronic synths, the duo delivers music that features piercing vocals, robust guitars, and catchy melodies. ROOM11’s debut EP consists of five tracks that highlight the talents of Chrisy Finn (vocals) and Robbie Pinnetto (guitar), Recorded in Pershore, near Birmingham, with producer Dave Draper (Nickelback, Terrorvision, The WildHearts) has led to ROO...

  Sex Pistols are making their 3rd single available in coloured vinyl for the first time, another limited edition classic. Released on the 2 July 1977, in the post ‘God Save The Queen’ fall out, the band were careering toward their all time great album ‘Never Mind The Bollocks, Here’s the Sex Pistols’, also released that year. Along the way, Pretty Vacant came screaming into life, with its iconic primal lyrics of national frustration - “We’re so pretty, oh so pretty, we’re vacant!” Deservedly a smash hit, it also brought the band onto Top Of The Pops for the first time, finally presenting their incendiary performance and music to the mass of British public. The B-Side is one of the Pistols’ great covers, ‘No Fun’ originally by The Stooges, perfectly complimenting the late 1970s frustration and malaise especially felt by young people in Britain. After the 4576 copy limited release of ‘Anarchy in The UK,’ ‘Pretty Vacant’ will match the 4577 physical records available for ‘Holidays ...

  A young, fresh touch to progressive metal from the heart of Slovenia: Hei’An sets the mood for sensitive post rock, mixed with strong metal elements. Following the lead of the band’s mastermind Matic Blagonič, Hei’An released their dreamy album imago in November 2022. This philosophical full-length revolves around traumas, inner hell and toxic states of mind. As turbulent as these sad stories are, the melodies also maneuver the listener towards dark and deep worlds. On top of performing successfully at 2023’s 70000TONS OF METAL Cruise in the Caribbean, recent Metaldays and looking forward to this year’s ProgPower, Hei’An continue to move their musical genius forward: The Slovenians stopped by in the halls of legends, the renowned EastWest Studios in Hollywood. The recording facility has produced some of the most celebrated music of the last fifty years, ranging from Frank Sinatra to The Rolling Stones. Hei’An’s adventure in LA gave birth to four smashing tracks with magnificent o...

  Following the release of standalone tracks ‘Seer’ and ‘fasterthanyourthoughts’ earlier this year, NORTH ATLAS have announced their new single ‘ Superego ’, along with a vibrant performance video. The Scottish fellowship often draw creative influence from the folklore of their homelands, whilst also touching on topics of a neurodivergent nature and deeper inward analysis, to create a blistering blend of hard rock and electronica drawing heavily from influences such as Biffy Clyro and Nine Inch Nails. See the video for ‘Superego’: “According to Freud, the Superego acts as our moral compass, what he calls the Id describes the drives for primal behaviour, while the regular Ego works to strike a balance between those two needs. The Superego strives for a sort of moral perfection, so I suppose that means there’s usually a cost for what you want. This song is about not paying for what you want by sacrificing your own values.” Leon Hunter - Vocals NORTH ATLAS have also announced their ...

  RISTRIDI states about "Genesis": "'Genesis' is a song about my personal dealings with difficult times, with which I want to express the inner conflict about the new start after personal problems. Knowing that all the 'promises' and expectations of life you had as a young adult were always empty, there is still a little bit of hope that things will get better again. That this will be an uphill battle and that one will once again 'conspire' against oneself is clear from the beginning. But through creativity and with perseverance you may manage to take one step after the other and find new strength - even if the new songs and texts that emerge may never reach the public." Check out the video for "Genesis": RISTRIDI is best known on YouTube for his guitar covers. With over 20,000 subscribers, he regularly amazes his audience with his clear and precise playing. Until 2023, he was also the lead guitarist of the German dark metal insti...

  Shallow Side has announced their brand new single, “YOU’RE THE REASON” will be released next Friday, April 14th. PRE-SAVE NOW: https://ffm.to/yourethereason . Also, check out their latest tour dates: https://www.facebook.com/ShallowSideBand

  Boston legends CAVE IN announce the Until Your Heart Stops (Deluxe Edition) reissues! The classic genre-defining album is now remastered with the originally intended track sequence, and features previously unreleased bonus material including demos and re-envisioned artwork with a lenticular print! Until Your Heart Stops (Deluxe Edition) is out physically March 31, 2023 on 4xLP/2xLP/3CD/2CD/CS. Pre-Order via Relapse.com HERE . Listen to the remastered Until Your Heart Stops (Deluxe Edition) on all streaming services HERE . Watch a full Until Your Heart Stops (Deluxe Edition) unboxing video with Stephen Brodsky & Adam McGrath on Relapse’s YouTube channel HERE . DELUXE UNTIL YOUR HEART STOPS 4XLP Strictly limited to 340 deluxe package includes the 4xLP with each LP on a unique half 'n half with splatter colourway, plus a specially designed 12" x 12" lenticular print of the iconic cover art - both exclusive to this package. The one-time pressing deluxe 4xLP Boxset fea...

  South coast four-piece ACRES have dropped a new song and revealed details of their sophomore studio album. 'Into Flames' is the third song to be released from the forthcoming full length, Burning Throne, and is accompanied by a video directed by Lewis Cater (All Time Low, Hot Milk, Sum 41). Watch the music video for 'Into Flames' HERE . “Into Flames is about having everything you love getting taken away from you,” explains frontman Ben Lumber. “During the pandemic everyone's life was turned upside down and this song is about the fear of the unknown, wondering if things will ever be as they were.” The follow up to 2019’s Lonely World, new album Burning Throne is set for release on 3rd March 2023 via A Wolf At Your Door Records. On the new record, guitarist Alex Freeman states: “I am extremely proud of this record but making it wasn’t easy. I had to teach myself how to write on my own again, and knowing that it was all on me was pretty unnerving. But I feel like t...

  Today, the engaging, enchanting, cutting, yet beautiful Swedish metal supergroup Soen release the enchanting video for the single “Fortune”. The track is taken from the forthcoming release ATLANTIS, out via Silver Lining Music this week on November 18th, 2022. Musically, “Fortune” is epically heavy with its crushing riffs and percussion, yet delicate with haunting vocal phases and an outstanding guitar solo, all whilst carrying a poignant story and message. Founding members Martin Lopez and Joel Ekelöf comment "Fortune is a song about getting beaten up by life, falling down again and again, but getting back up regardless. In this specific case, it is about seeing a loved one face the obstacles that you have faced, letting them know that things will eventually get better and that you have got their back no matter what.” ATLANTIS is a special concert film featuring thirteen of the group’s most popular compositions reinterpreted with live orchestral accompaniment. ATLANTIS was...

  The Damned release new single + video'Grimly Fiendish' from upcoming live album A Night Of A Thousand Vampires Watch the official video here Live album + concert film out October 28th Watch film trailer Preorder album here 'Grimly Fiendish' live from A Night of A Thousand Vampires is a rousing romp through one of The Damned's highest-charting and best-loved singles. The single and video capture an electrifying theatrical moment with The Damned at centre stage. On October 28th, 2019, The Damned swooped into London’s prestigious Palladium Theater for a very special immersive musical and theatrical experience. It's further proof that 45 years into their storied career, The Damned continue to surprise and reinvent themselves with every performance. The long awaited live album A Night Of A Thousand Vampires teams the UK's first punk band with The Hammer House of Horror and the cast of The Circus of Horrors. With band and audience in full vampire attir...

  London based rock pop outfit, Star Circus, are set to reveal one of the year's most surprising and pleasing rock albums of 2022. After making big impressions with a series of standout singles and go see live shows, the band have announced the release of their debut album, 'Separate Sides', on the 2nd December and kick off the pre-order campaign with new single, 'Bridges'. Watch the video for 'Bridges' below: Star Circus is the brainchild of Dave Winkler (Bordello Rose, Renegade Playboys, Trophies of Man). After a detour playing guitar and touring as a hired gun for acts such as Bow Wow Wow, Johnny Lima and Ryan Hamilton, in late 2019 the band materialised out of Dave's passion to create an album focused around his own material. It wasn't long before Winkler’s own songs started catching the attention of the music industry, including Total Rock and Radio One Rock Show legendary producer, Tony Wilson. "Dave played me the demos and I was blown awa...

On October 28th, 2019, The Damned took the stage at London’s prestigious Palladium Theater for a very special immersive musical and theatrical experience - performing songs of their 40-year rich catalog. A true event from showmen supreme, it was a historic night in the history of a storied band and a special evening for fans and band alike. It was also a fond farewell for drummer Pinch, his final gig with his compadres after 20 years. An official album trailer, teasing this unforgettable show, is available below! The long awaited Live-album “A Night Of A Thousand Vampires” teams the first Punk-Band with The Hammer House of Horror and the cast of The Circus of Horrors. With the band and audience in full vampire attire, David Vanian transforms from Dracula into Nosferatu, “Neat Neat Neat” morphs into “Bela Lugosi’s Dead”, and fire-eaters and trapeze artists dazzle to a set that includes classics such as “Wait For the Blackout” and rare performances of appropriate covers like “People Ar...