Mad About Rock

  Papa Roach has announced the release of EGO TRIP DIGITAL DELUXE EDITION, and the long-awaited release date for EGO TRIP Standard Edition on Vinyl. The twenty-track digital deluxe release features remixed versions of songs from the original record, as well as new music. The band also launched a new version of “Cut The Line” featuring Beartooth which is already on 1.2 million streams. Listen here . The original version of EGO TRIP currently clocks up over 157 million streams. The pre-order is now live for the long-awaited EGO TRIP Vinyl LP, in its second edition after it was initially available for November’s Black Friday Record Store Day. The worldwide release features the Standard 14-track album in unique packaging with a pop-up EGO TRIP roller coaster inside the gatefold, amusement park map, and 140g vinyl LP in Opaque Black, “Translucent Purple” for Indie Retailers, “Strawberry Shortcake” available via the band’s merchandise store, and “Yellow & Black Swirl” exclusively o...

  After surprise announcing their upcoming tenth studio album “Toxic Positivity” last night, rock icons The Used are keeping fans on their toes and have released a surprise new single “People Are Vomit”. The track is a straightforward, in-your-face explosion of Bert McCracken’s iconic angst-ridden vexation and snarling pop energy that doesn’t let up. It is everything fans have come to expect from The Used over the last 20+ years at the forefront of the scene, solidifying their enduring legacy. “People Are Vomit” is available to stream now at https://theused.ffm.to/peoplearevomit “We think this song is fun and cute,” shares Bert. “We hope you love it too.” The Used announced that their newest album “Toxic Positivity” will be out on May 19th via Hassle Records/Big Noise. “Toxic Positivity” includes “People Are Vomit” as well as the previously-released, no-holds-barred “ Fuck You ” which came out in 2022. Fans can pre-order / pre-save “Toxic Positivity” now at https://theused.ffm....

  Periphery, who recently announced the March 10 arrival of their sixth album, Periphery V: Djent is Not a Genre, have partnered with Los Angeles-based creative agency, Race Service, for an A.I.-generated video for the song “Atropos” (watch the video below). “The feel of ‘Atropos’ features a push and pull between pretty/melodic and dark/chaotic sections,” explains Spencer Sotelo. “That gave me the idea to write about a person who lives, and leans into, a completely superficial lifestyle, and the destructive aftermath of what doing so brings about, not just in that person’s life, but in the world around them. I think the video captures the lyrical essence in its visuals really well, and I’m excited for everyone to enjoy it along with the song.” Rod Chong, a Race Service executive producer and creative director, directed the video. He sheds light on their approach: “‘Atropos’ delves into a surreal world of darkness with a mix of live action and A.I. processed visuals, motion GFX. T...

  The greatest rock and metal festival of all time, Download Festival, announces 44 new names and the day splits for 2023’s mammoth line-up. New names include the blistering Halestorm, Alter Bridge, Neck Deep, Bob Vylan, Carcass, Five Finger Death Punch, Jinjer, Coheed and Cambria, Electric Callboy, Hot Milk and The Amity Affliction, who will join the celebration of Download’s 20-year legacy at the hallowed grounds of Donington Park across four days over 8-11 June 2023. They join headliners Slipknot, Bring Me The Horizon and Metallica, who will deliver two massive no-repeat performances. Weekend and day tickets are now on sale, as well as a very limited amount of camping tickets and new VIP options: www.downloadfestival.co.uk . The biggest annual gathering of the rock and metal tribes will be joined by 44 new names, including the Grammy-winning Halestorm, hard rock frontrunners Alter Bridge, heavy metal behemoths Five Finger Death Punch, MOBO’s first ever Best Alternative Music Ac...

  South Wales newcomers COPEHILL DOWN release a gauntlet with their towering debut EP, The Design, The Disaster: Part One, out Friday 21st April. The UK riff merchants have also just delivered a blistering new single and video, 'World One' - https://youtu.be/h68wQZ6KL40 Formed in 2020 and hailing from Newport, Wales, COPEHILL DOWN pull influence from metalcore heavyweights Unearth and August Burns Red, as well as taking inspiration from self-managed bands such as Parkway Drive. In conveying a sound that merges emotionally charged and thoughtful lyricism with aggressive, dynamic, groove-heavy riffs and a high level of musicianship, COPEHILL DOWN’s music spans from metalcore and Djent, to classic metal. Comprised of Dan Parry (vocals), Neil Mahoney (guitar), James MacDonald (guitar), Dave Warr (bass) and Rhys Thomas (drums), COPEHILL DOWN follow a self-managed ‘DIY’ ethos; they work together to record, mix and master their own songs, craft their own music videos, create their ...

  Japanese metal solo project Esprit D'Air , led by award-winning producer and composer Kai , has their new single, 雫 (‘Shizuku’), featuring Australian producer Misstiq on synthesizers. About the track, Misstiq says: "I've worked with many talented artists around the world, but Esprit D'Air... damn son. One of my absolute favourite collaborations!". The new single is accompanied by an animated music video. The story-telling video features Kai as a modern nomad shinobi that roams a dystopian world overrun by mech drones, as well as a special appearance by Misstiq. Watch 雫 (‘Shizuku’) (official music video): https://youtu.be/y0Uj33gKmLI The new single 雫 (‘Shizuku’) is a re-recording of the first and only ‘J-Rock’ song on Harmonix’s Rock Band 3 for Xbox360 by Esprit D'Air. The original track returned to Rock Band earlier this year as a playable song on January 5th for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, on Harmonix’s latest game Rock Band 4. Currently, Kai is the on...

  APHYXION‘s latest studio album is the fourth long player in this young band’s career. Eleven songs tell stories about mental health, near-death experiences, getting over frustrations, breakups and disappointments - and the wide open space ahead of you to be filled with brighter elements. The concept of duality also becomes apparent in the well-balanced mixture of harsh metal sounds and growls in exchange with clear and catchy melodies. 'Ad Astra' is the first album which sees the band open up for a variety of collaborations, including 'Pathless' (with Siamese’s Mirza Radonjica), 'Oceans Of Time' (with Chaosbay’s Jan Listing) and 'Heavy Shadows' (with IMMERSE’s Archie Hatfield). The cover art exists as a real painted picture created by Fabian Eichstaedt, a Hamburg based artist, inspired by the album title. The new single 'Anomalies' is a celebration of being an unadjusted misfit whose value it is not to be a part of the silent mass of conform...