Dilemma – The Purpose Paradox 2024


At the end of this summer, on September 20, modern progressive rock band DILEMMA presents its third full length album, ‘The Purpose Paradox’. This concept album, spanning over 60 minutes, will be released on CD, double LP and via all streaming platforms, and distributed internationally by Butler Records, a division of V2 Records.

It features 9 brand new tracks ranging in length from 4 to nearly 16 minutes. The sound showcases a broader side of DILEMMA — louder, faster, more technical, more progressive. With new frontman Jermain van der Bogt (Wudstik), the vocals have become rawer and

Casandra’s Crossing – Garden of Earthly Delights 2024


Introducing Casandra’s Crossing! This new musical alliance between guitar legend George Lynch and powerhouse singer Casandra Carson is poised to set the rock ‘n’ roll world on fire! The project’s inaugural single is entitled “Stranger” and is the kick-off for their debut album, “Garden of Earthly Delights”, out on October 25th, 2024, via Frontiers Music Srl.

1. Stranger
2. Impatient
3. Closer to Heaven
4. Ring Me Around
5. Devastating Times
6. Waltzing Nites
7. Just Business
8.

Kings Of Mercia – Battle Scars 2024


“Battle Scars”, due out on October 25th, 2024, via Metal Blade Records. The band is helmed by guitarist Jim Matheos (Fates Warning) and singer Steve Overland (FM) who are joined by drummer Simon Phillips (The Who, Toto) and bassist Joey Vera (Armored Saint, Fates Warning).

Kings Of Mercia’s 2022 approachable, world-class self-titled debut was termed “truly a hybrid: it’s heavy, but not metal. It’s got tones of melodic AOR hard rock but with an edge”. Now, 2024 brings the band’s sophomore album written and recorded throughout 2023, “Battle Scars” s

Tremonti – The End Will Show Us How 2025


With a musical catalogue that includes 18 previously released full length albums from his work with Creed, Alter Bridge and various solo endeavours, world-renowned guitarist, vocalist & songwriter Mark Tremonti is back with his sixth studio album from his solo band, Tremonti. The new studio album, entitled “The End Will Show Us How”, is scheduled for global release on January 10th, 2025, via long-time partner, Napalm Records.

Mark Tremonti is back with a collection of 12 original compositions that continues his musical evolution while showcasing his ability to write memorable son

Ancient Curse – Dimension 5 (2024)


Ancient Curse present the cover of their new studio album “Dimension 5”, which will be released on October 25th, 2024, via El Puerto Records.The North Germans have been shining with convincing progressive power metal for almost 40 years.

With the premise of “breaking new ground” (literally), the band achieved cult status in Cuba in the mid-nineties and were the first western band since the Beatles to actually tour there with their No.1 hit! Even though the band went noticeably quiet for a while, the new album – their second since 2020 – is even more impressive and multi-layered t

Red Giant – Red Giant 2024


Red Giant will release their debut single “Monsters” on Friday 9 August 2024. The single is available on all streaming platforms here. Watch the music video for “Monsters” below. “Monsters” is the first single taken from the band’s self-titled debut album “Red Giant” released on October 18th, 2024.

Red Giant” brings their unique blend of heavy rock with their outstanding debut album. Comprising elements of rock, blues, and grunge, the band’s debut album is a dynamic thrill ride from start to finish.

1. Friends
2. Tell Me
3. Why?
4. Monste

Veonity – The Final Element 2024


Veonity will release the new album “The Final Element” on the 18th of October through Scarlet Records.
As power metal slowly turns softer and synth-based, “The Final Element” ensures that this trend gets forever broken!

Soaring vocals (courtesy of new frontman Isak Stenvall), twin guitars and mighty choirs – strongly founded on thunderous bass lines and rumbling double bass drums – dominate and define the sixth Veonity’s studio album: the playful, energetic and well-crafted songs of the Swedish band deliver a full throttle energy boost. “The Elements O

Dungeon Crawl – Maze Controller 2024


he die is cast and your journey begins within the epic labyrinth that is Dungeon Crawl’s second studio album, “Maze Controller”, set for release on September 20th, 2024, via Carbonized Records. Influenced by a multitude of orchestral and extreme metal bands,

both classic and contemporary, San Jose, California’s Dungeon Crawl seeks to root their sound on “Maze Controller” as something wholly unique, but familiar in a saturated genre, by fusing elements of thrash and symphonic metal to create a distinctive listening experience.

1. Roll for Initiative

Just Reborn – Formae Mentis 2024


Wormholedeath Records is thrilled to announce the signing of Italy’s premier female-fronted symphonic power metal band, Just Reborn. This dynamic ensemble is set to unleash their highly anticipated debut album, “Formae Mentis”, a sonic masterpiece hitting the airwaves on November 8th 2024.

Formed in 2020, Just Reborn emerged from the rich musical heritage of Italy. Founding members Jack Massa (drums), Monica Bisquadro (vocals), and Giancarlo Russo (guitar and bass) combined their diverse musical backgrounds and creative energies to forge a new path in the metal scene. Joined

Frozen Crown – War Hearts 2024


Up-and-coming Italian power metal unit Frozen Crown are gearing up to unleash their new studio album and Napalm Records debut, “War Hearts”, out on October 18th, 2024. Founded in 2017, Frozen Crown has garnered significant media exposure with their previous four albums and their massive hit,

“Neverending”, which has gathered over 11 million views on YouTube to date. The fresh ten track offering marks their first as a six-piece band, capturing the essence of Frozen Crown’s dynamic sound brimming with powerful riffs, unforgettable melodies, and raw energy.

1. War Hearts

Radioactive – Reset 2024


Frontiers Music Srl is pleased to announce the release of the sixth studio album from Radioactive, “Reset”, out on October 11th, 2024, marking a brilliant return for the AOR project masterminded by Swedish guitarist, songwriter & producer Tommy Denander.

1. Sentimental
2. Shame On You, Shame On Me
3. Gaia
4. When The Lights Go Down
5. In A Perfect World
6. Reset
7. Midnight Train
8. Open Spaces
9. Sweet Little Tina
10. Hard Times To Fall In Love
11. Breakaway

Tommy Denander – Guitar, bass. keyboards

In We Fall – Inner Self 2024


Eclipse Records is thrilled to announce the signing of In We Fall to a worldwide exclusive deal. A trend-setting alternative metal band from Vila Real, Portugal, In We Fall is known for creating a distinct and exotic sound bursting with flavors of alternative metal, progressive metal, and grunge.

The band recently wrapped up recording their debut full-length album entitled “Inner Self”, which will be released on December 13th, 2024, via Eclipse Records. The album was produced, recorded, mixed and mastered by Daniel Moreira, at EvoluiSom Studios.

01. Road to Li(v)e
02. (A)void

Klone -The Unseen 2024


Returning with their 10th full-length album, ‘The Unseen’, French art-rock band Klone are pushing their already sumptuous sound to dizzying, magisterial heights. A bold new journey through a singular yet contrasting soundscape, ‘The Unseen’ is an immersive, dreamlike experience that speaks to the significance of things that at first glance seem to lack it.

Emotive and conceptual, Klone have once again broken new sonic ground and built further on their signature expansive sound. Since the release of Le Grand Voyage in 2019 , French art-rockers Klone have risen to new heights across the globe, tourin

Aries Descendant – From The Ashes Of Deceit 2024


A true symphonic metal cinematic opus, with majestic orchestrations, roaring riffs and an amazing vocal performance. Aries Descendant, an electrifying collaboration forged by the musical synergy of two virtuoso studio musicians, Jonah from the United States and Nicklas from Denmark.

Their paths converged when Jonah, a prominent member of the acclaimed band Pyramaze, crossed musical swords with extraordinary singer Nicklas, who was enlisted also as the lead guitarist for a memorable performance. The serendipitous encounter revealed a shared passion for music that transcended boundaries.

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