Mad About Rock

  Five-piece newcomers MERCER take aim with their explosive new single and video, What Ya Waiting For?, out now. Watch the video, here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCJ7vr5h1QU . Formed in 2022 in South Wales, MERCER feature the rambunctious talents of college friends Te Meo-Forde (lead vocals), Adam Tayler (lead guitar), Gabe Harris (rhythm guitar & backing vocals), Sand Mitchell (bass & backing vocals), and Kian Isaac (drums). Magnetised by the likes of Queens of The Stone Age, Royal Blood, and rock icons such as Led Zeppelin, MERCER initially burrowed away at their rehearsal space harnessing their influences and inspiration but also adding a unique slant to create a deeply engrossing sound. After amassing a hearty live set, the quartet headed for the stage and have spent the last twelve months touring throughout Wales. In doing so, they have gained much praise for their dynamic and electrifying live performances. Onwards and upwards, MERCER recently headed to the...

  Metallic hardcore heavy hitters Sunmancer are poised to shake the foundations of the metalcore scene with their latest video single “Chasm Darkly”. Known for their relentless energy and unyielding heaviness, Sunmancer is also hitting the road with August Burns Red and Fuming Mouth in May (dates listed below) where listeners can catch the track live. The band comments on the song: “Compared to our other songs, Chasm Darkly came together relatively quickly. This song was written in a span of a few hours, and only very minor tweaks were made after the demo was recorded. Everyone in the band really enjoys the vibe of the song, and it’s the first one that Ramon, our drummer, was able to sing on. The lyrical content is purposely left open to interpretation so that the listener can glean their own meaning. We are extremely proud of this song, and feel that it represents the musical direction we are moving in as a band.” Lyrically, “Chasm Darkly” can be open to interpretation, but vocali...

  Sweden's finest blues rockers GRAVEYARD have announced the details of their co-headline UK & EU tour with BARONESS for this winter. Support across all dates will be provided by PALLBEARER. Full Tour Dates October 31 - Copenhagen, DK - Amager Bio November 2 - Berlin, DE - Huxleys November 6 - Milan, IT - Alcatraz November 7 - Zurich, CH - X-Tra November 9 - Paris, FR - L’Olympia November 11 - Wiesbaden, DE - Schlachthof November 13 - Munich, DE - Tonhalle November 14 - Hannover, DE - Capitol November 17 - Cologne, DE - Carlswerk Victoria November 18 - Esch-sur-Alzette, LU - Rockhal November 20 - London, UK - O2 Forum Kentish Town November 21 - Bristol, UK - Marble Factory November 22 - Manchester, UK - New Century Hall November 24 - Dublin, IE - Vicar Street November 25 - Belfast, IE - The Limelight November 26 - Glasgow, UK - SWG3 November 28 - Nottingham, UK - Rock City Tickets are on sale from 10am on Friday 17th May. GRAVEYARD will also be appearing at a number of European...

  London-based four-piece Ghost Arcadia are ready to reintroduce themselves with their first single since early 2023, with their brand new track 'UNDER', which was recently released on the 10th May 2024. Looking to go deeper than the stomping hard rock Ghost Arcadia left behind in 2023, 'UNDER' is the sound of a band setting out their stall with cacophonous intent. Recorded at Steel City Studios, the enigmatic new single began to take shape as early as 2020, with the group's demos alluding to a heavier sound than their pop-punk roots. 'UNDER' encapsulates the heavy, anthemic sound the budding outfit was gunning for, with an intro and choruses reminiscent of pre-arena tour Sleep Token and verses' that yearn for a Sam Carter feature. Coming a long way musically from their debut 'Midnight', vocalist Reuben Beau Davies' vitriolic screams are a welcome addition to a noise that will only get louder with every release. Expanding on the creative pr...

  The second video from the metal opera Captain Hawk - Ghosts of the Sea has been released. Stratis Steele, Marios Karanastasis, Christos Kounelis sing with the participation of Giannis Papanikolaou. Check out the video for “Get The Pistol”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEzoWN6deTE Four years after the release of their joint collaboration “Goditha -The Rock Opera”, the duo from Athens returns with another cinematic yet full-on Epic Power Metal experience. “Captain Hawk-Ghosts of the Sea” is the new metal opera written by Elina Englezou and performed, arranged, mixed and produced by Bob Katsionis ( ex-Firewind, Warrior Path, Stray Gods, Serious Black etc) WEIGH ANCHOR , LADS !!! Featured performers: Yiannis Papanikolaou ( Captain Silas Hawk ) Stratis Steele ( Quartermaster Ian Smythe ) Marios Karanastasis ( First Mate Pete Glynn ) Christos Kounelis ( Navigator Mister Thomas Knox ) Mike Livas ( Demon Vythos ) Iliana Tsakiraki ( Siren Thelxie ) Fany Melfi ( Sea Witch Nerissa ...

  Formed in 2014, Paralysis embarked on their musical journey by independently touring the East Coast. In 2017, the band, crisscrossed the United States and ventured into Canada to support their debut full-length album, “Life Sentence.’’ The following year saw Paralysis spreading their sonic roots internationally as they captivated audiences in: Mexico, Peru, and Bolivia, including a memorable performance at Lima metal festival. In 2019, Paralysis took their intense live show to new heights, sharing stages with acclaimed acts like Crisix and DRI. The momentum continued with the release of their second full-length album, “Mob Justice,” paving the way for a dynamic tour alongside D.R.I, covering the Southwest, West Coast, and Midwest. Building on that success, the band dropped the EP, “Above the Abyss,’’ in 2023, further solidifying their presence in the Metal scene. Now, in 2024, the band have unleashed a new single and video, 'Negative Reinforce'. Check out the video below: C...

  Anthemic Alt-rock crew FAILSTATE continue to surge forward armed with their explosive new single and video, 'Lifeguard', out now. Watch the explosive video, below - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7g0m8bN5_c Coming at you from Newport, South Wales, FAILSTATE etched their mark on the scene in 2022 by swiftly gaining strong recognition for their emotive sound that binds massive riffs and super hooky choruses with an animated live performance. With glowing comparisons to Funeral For a Friend, Boston Manor, and Holding Absence, FAILSTATE soon caught the ear of BBC Radio 1, who supported their singles: Losing Sleep, and Another Ghost. The industrious quartet then went on to play three sold-out hometown shows and even landed a coveted spot in the top 10 of Kerrang! Radio’s “The Deal” competition. By the summer of 2023, the band were primed to release their debut EP, Sad Truth, along with the music video for the lead single, Are You Lonely? Widespread EP acclaim with media outlet...