Meer – Wheels Within Wheels 2024


Fronted by the captivating brother and sister duo Knut and Johanne Nesdal, MEER returns with their highly anticipated third album, “Wheels Within Wheels.” This new release is a masterclass in blending symphonic prog and intelligent pop, showcasing the band’s exceptional musicianship, intricate vocal harmonies, and grandiose melodies.

Following the critical success of their sophomore album, “Playing House,” released three years ago, MEER’s latest effort expands their artistic horizons. While “Playing House” explored the intricacies of personal relations

Nine Stones – Close Diurnal 2024


Nine Stones Close was conceived in 2008 as a solo project by Adrian Jones (Numb, Lie Big, Jet Black Sea): the first CD, “St Lo”, was independently released in the Netherlands. After heavy airplay on The Rogues’ Gallery on The Dividing Line Network, he received critical acclaim and visibility which inspired him to create the 2010 follow up “Traces”.

The project grew into a band for “Traces” when Adrian joined up with Brendan Eyre (Riversea, Tony Patterson & Brendan Eyre), Marc Atkinson (Mandalaband, Riversea), and Neil Quarrell.
“One Eye On The Sunri

Devon Allman – Miami Moon 2024


Devon Allman is set to release his first solo album in eight years, Miami Moon, on August 16. The album is produced by Grammy winner Tom Hambridge and was recorded at Criteria Studios in Miami, Florida. Miami Moon is being released on Allman’s own label, Create Records.

Allman is joined on the album by Jackson Stokes (guitar), George Porter Jr. (bass), Ivan Neville (keyboards), Adam Deitch (drums) and Karl Denson (saxophone).

1.White Horse
2.Incredible
3.You
4.Miami Moon
5.Sahara
6.Climb Aboard
7.Body Electric
8.Take Time to Taste I

Autumn’s Grief – Dead Among The Living 2024


Finnish metal band Autumn’s Grief released a new single Dead Among the Living on June 5th 2024 via Inverse Records. The track is taken from the upcoming third album ‘Dead Among The Living’ which is released on October 25th 2024 by Inverse Records.

The band comments: “Dead Among the Living is a story of a hidden love that stays in the shadows, silenced and unable to reveal itself. The song’s chorus lyrics are partly inspired by Vievee Francis‘ poem How Delicious to Say it. Dead Among the Living is the title song and the first single release from our upcoming third album which is also na

Timo Tolkki – Classical Variations and Themes 2​:​Ultima Thule 2024


Timo Tolkki to release new solo album “Classical Variations and Themes 2: Ultima Thule” on October 1st 2024. “Classical Variations and Themes 2: Ultima Thule” is the fifth solo album by Timo Tolkki, the renowned guitarist and mastermind behind the legendary power metal band Stratovarius.

This album showcases Tolkki’s virtuosity and his deep appreciation for both classical music and his Finnish heritage. The album is a compelling blend of symphonic metal, classical influences, and Finnish folklore, making it a unique and immersive listening experience. “Classical Vari

Voyager – The Early Years 2024


4CD set from Perth‘s premier power prog outfit VOYAGER! Includes the band‘s first four studio albums ‘Element V‘ (2003), ‘UniVers‘ (2007), ‘I Am the Revolution‘ (2009) and ‘The Meaning of I‘ (2011). •If there is one word to describe VOYAGER’s current form, it is colourful.

After years of evolution and amassing worldwide influences that mould the Australian quintet’s unique sound, VOYAGER have truly come into their own in recent years, crafting a path of success both on and off stage. The genre-transfiguring act blend new-romantic and 80’s infused vocals, keytar solos, technical yet melod

Eyes (SE) – Auto-Magic 2024


Swedish-based classic and melodic hard rock band Eyes (SE), introduces its second single ’Mysterious Ways’ from the forthcoming album titled ’AUTO-MAGIC’ (September 6). The band follows up its strong debut album from 2021 (’Perfect Vision 20/20’) with music carrying from British tradition to American melodic arena and FM radio.

Big rock, taking you places; lots of attitude and exceptional genre creativity. Great songs and grand ambition with true heritage. On Mysterious Ways:”As the world moves in mysterious ways, choices must be made without knowing the full outcome from alternatives at hand

Crimson Sun – Sorrowbreaker 2024


Hailing from Kotka of southern Finland, Crimson Sun is one of the most interesting new metal artists around here. Known for their gripping live performances, catchy sounds and melodies, the band has reached a point where they are a cutting-edge example of what modern melodic metal means.

RELEASE: 20-09-2024

01. The Mark Stays On
02. Strive
03. Retrospectator
04. Sailing Home
05. Nightsky
06. Sorrowbreaker
07. Aluminum Crown
08. Neon Lights
09. The Tide
10. Sylvan

SINI SEPPÄLÄ: Vocals
JONI JUNNILA: Guitar
JUKKA

Holy Shire – Invincible 2024


On June 28, 2024 the metalband from Milan (Italy) HOLY SHiRE will release their third album named “Invincible”, distributed on digital platforms by Ghost Record Label. The album follows the second work “The Legendary Shepheds of the Forest”, after 6 years.

Composed and produced by the new lineup that stabilized in the post-pandemic years, it was recorded and mixed by Frank Altare (Orion Recording Studios), mastered by Riccardo Parenti (Elephant Mastering) and features 10 new songs and a symphonic outro. The release of the album will be preceded by the first single “M9” (June 20) along with the

Ritual – The Story Of Mr. Bogd Part 1 (2024)


One of the most legendary bands from the 90’s Swedish progressive scene is finally back with a new album, 17 years since the last full-length. Ritual has often been a band with a concept, and their music has often been inspired by Tove Jansson’s novels about the Moomins.

On their return, we’re invited into the strange story of the mysterious Mr. Bogd. And this fifth studio album is only part 1 of the story! Since its formation in 1993, Ritual quickly established a distinct progressive style of their own, influenced by progressive and hard rock of the 70’s, as well as contemporary

Entering Polaris – Myths In Motion / Songs Of Ivory And Obsidian 2024


The second of the 2-albums releases of Entering Polaris. It contains “Myths In Motion”, electric, energetic, heavy and progressive metal based on 7-string guitar and “Songs Of Ivory And Obsidian” which is acoustic, haunting and melancholic, with piano, (real) string sections, choirs and classical percussion.

Release date: September 5, 2024

1.To Quarters Vast and Furious
2.Heresy
3.Building Rome in One Day
4.Reign in Hell
5.A Friend In Time
6.The Fires of Alexandria
7.The Vitruvian Man – part I

Timeless Fairytale – A Story to Tell 2024


The international Melodic Heavy Metal Band Timeless Fairytale has signed a record deal with Swedish record label ViciSolum Productions. The band’s debut album “A Story to Tell” is set for release on September 13th, 2024,

and will be a feast for fans of bands such as Royal Hunt, Yngwie J. Malmsteen, Masterplan and Scorpions. A first taste will be presented with the single “New Dawn” on July 4th.

01. Entering the Fairytale (Intro)
02. Forever and a Day
03. New Dawn
04. Master of Illusion
05. Emptiness
06. A Story to Tell

Herbst – Spiegel 2024

Berlin-based rock and metal upstarters Herbst have revealed new details about their sophomore studio album, entitled “Spiegel” (German for “Mirror”), that is slated for a release on September 20th, 2024, via Drakkar Entertainment!

01. Spiegel
02. Du kannst alles haben
03. Argumente
04. Du siehst mich an
05. Tausend Fragen
06. Hol mich raus
07. Keine Hoffnung
08. Nie wieder
09. Diese Tage
10. Spring

Brian Ray – My Town 2024


Acclaimed musician Brian Ray is set to release his highly anticipated solo album “My Town” on August 2nd, 2024, through Stevie Van Zandt’s Wicked Cool Records. Ray, renowned for his role as guitarist and bassist in Paul McCartney’s band since 2002,

and as the former guitarist and music director for Etta James, has established himself as a versatile and gifted musician. Beyond his impressive collaborations, Brian brings the same fervor and dedication to his solo endeavors…

1. When the Earth was Round
2. Here For You
3. Got a New Thing
4. Bad 4U
5. Pirate Radio

Jim Peterik & World Stage Roots & Shoots – Volume Two 2024


The JIM PETERIK & WORLD STAGE concept arose from the idea that the musical and spiritual collaboration of great artists and friends could be truly special. This idea created a string of records that followed the now close-to-legendary debut album released in the year 2000,

where PETERIK managed to present his collaboration with such rock luminaries as Dennis DeYoung (ex-Styx), Kevin Cronin (REO Speedwagon), Johnny Van Zant (Lynyrd Skynyrd), Don Barnes (.38 Special), Tom Kiefer (Cinderella) and many more… Release date: August 9, 2024

Dampf – No Angels Alive 2024


Swedish genre-blending power rockers Dampf will release their second studio album, “No Angels Alive”, on August 23rd, 2024, via Silver Lining Music. Led by singer/songwriter A-TRON (Martin Erikson aka E-Type) and keyboardist & songwriter Beak, “No Angels Alive”

is an all-in ten-song storytelling experience blending expansive yet tightly bound stylistic ingredients incorporating hard rock, thrash, melodic power metal, and electronic edges. Recorded at Yard Street Studios (Solna, Sweden) and produced by Jona Tee, be gloriously warned: Dampf’s second studio