Jack J. Hutchinson – Battles 2024


Resilient, London-based, Fedora-sportin’ British blues rocker Jack J Hutchinson – described by Classic Rock Magazine as ‘a real rock contender’ – announces his brand-new 10-track album, “Battles”, recorded at Momentum Studios in Plymouth and produced & co-written with Josiah J Manning (Kris Barras Band, Inglorious).

“Working with Josiah was an eye-opener,” Jack enthuses, “he encouraged me to write meaningful lyrics more upliftingly and that’s what this new music is. It felt like unlocking who I am as an artist.”
“Battle

Starchild – Magic Well 2023

 

The German Power Metal band STARCHILD will release a new album entitled ‘Magic Well’ on December 8, 2023 via Metalopolis Records.

1. War Isn’t Over Yet
2. Castles In The Sky
3. Westernworld
4. Magic Well
5. Violent Violin
6. At The End Of The Rainbow
7. Letters Of Life
8. The Dragon Rises Up Again
9. I’ve Lost A Friend
10. The Golden Train
11. Cyber Punk
12. Later You’ll Know

Sandro Giampietro (v, g)
Andi Pique (k)
Tom Nendza (b)
Michael Ehré (d)
Andr

No Love Lost – Last Call 2023

 

No Love Lost “Last Call” out on Kivel Records Oct 7th.

 

1. Intro
2. It Ain’t Over (Til It’s Over)
3. Keep The Fire Burning
4. Love Gone Wrong
5. Save Me Tonight
6. I Will Be Waiting
7. Destiny
8. Mistake
9. My Cinderella
10. Summer Lover
11. Broken Heart
12. Fighting For Your Love

Scott Board (lv)
Marc Brown (g, bv)
Jason Staton (g, bv)
Matt Crow (b, bv)
Jason Collins (d)

Philip Sayce – The Wolves Are Coming 2024


Guitar powerhouse Philip Sayce will release his new album, The Wolves Are Coming, on February 23rd, 2024. The album follows 2020’s Spirit Rising, which was voted to Blues Rock Review’s top 20 albums of 2020 and has received over 13 million streams to date.

The Wolves Are Coming will be released on Sayce’s new label, Atomic Gemini, with exclusive license to Forty Below Records.

1. Oh! That Bitches Brew
2. Lady Love Divine
3. Babylon is Burning
4. Your Love
5. It’s Over Now
6. Black Moon
7. Blackbirds Fly Alone
8. The Moon is Full
9. Backst

SoleDriver – Soul Inside 2023


Frontiers Music Srl is pleased to present the upcoming debut album SoleDriver (Sweet / Del Vecchio), which is a collaboration between two extremely talented and prolific songwriters, musicians, and producers, Michael Sweet (Stryper, Iconic, Sweet & Lynch) and Alessandro Del Vecchio (Edge Of Forever, Hardline, Jorn).

“Soul Inside” sees these two incredible talents joining forces to make a killer melodic rock album that only they could create. “Soul Inside” will be released on November 17th, 2023, via Frontiers Music.

1. Rise Again
2. Anymore
3. Pieces Of For

Hugo’s Voyage – Inception 2023

New album ‘Inception’ from Hugo Valenti’s band out November 10th on Frontiers.Hailing from New York and Boston, Hugo’s VOYAGE is a dynamic AOR rock band with soaring melodies and anthemic soundscapes.

With their irresistible blend of powerful vocals, melodic keyboards, hard-hitting guitars and captivating lyrics, they evoke a nostalgic spirit reminiscent of the legendary band, Journey. No surprise as Hugo’s VOYAGE was formed in 2005 as a Journey tribute band and have been the most successful touring Journey tribute band in the US, attracting a dedicated following of fans who

Hitten – While Passion Lasts 2023


Spanish rockers Hitten consisting of lead vocalist Alexx Panza, guitarists Dani Meseguer and Johnny Lorca, drummer Willy Medina and bassist Satan will be releasing their new studio album While Passion Lasts on November 24, 2023.

Hitten, the ultimate hard rock and heavy metal powerhouse, is set to release their highly anticipated album, While Passion Lasts. This explosive album captures the essence of the 80s hard n’ heavy while infusing it with a fresh and invigorating energy that redefines the genre…

1. Prelude To Passion
2. While Passion Lasts
3. Blood From A Stone

Tuple – Paradise Lost 2023


TUPLE are back with album number three. Tommi “Tuple” Salmela (TAROT, RASKASTA JOULUA, LAZY BONEZ) is a Finnish vocalist and is equipped with a pretty versatile voice. Songs like anthems comparable best with GRAND DESIGN, ROCKETT LOVE or CREYE for instance.

Finest eighties stadium rock and AOR which will make fans of the genre shed tears of joy. Let alone the track “Heroes” shine as well as the final and seven and a half minute long “Babylon”, a track about greed. Definitely the strongest album so far! A powerful and pristine production completes the picture here and adds to the fact that there are no fillers whatsoever. Excellent!Release date: September 29, 2023

1. Paradise Lost
2. Get It Out
3. Runaway Train

Cobra Spell – 666 (2023)


Cobra Spell 666 coverInternational sleaze rock quintet Cobra Spell strike with their debut album, “666”, out on December 1st, 2023, via Napalm Records! With all guns loaded, the fierce ladies fire their first shot today with the release of the single “S.E.X.”,

centered around lead singer Kristina Vega’s skillful, powerful sky-high vocals climaxing in a stunning guitar solo by guitar hero Sonia Anubis. The new track sets the scene on fire with what is indisputably the hottest music video of the year!

Founded in 2019 by up-and-coming guitar phenomenon Sonia Anubis (ex-Cr

Hearts & Hand Grenades – Where I Begin 2024

Hearts & Hand Grenades are an explosive American hard rock group from Buffalo, NY, bursting with an edgy sound for all generations of true rock addicts.

The band have also announced the availability of pre-orders for their upcoming full-length studio album “Where I Begin”, which is scheduled to be released on January 26th, 2024, via Eclipse Records. The album was engineered by Justin Rose at GCR Audio, mixed & mastered by Jeremy Tabor at Triple Zero Music, and the music video was directed by Nick Sonricker…

1. Burn (By My Fire)
2. Where I Begin
3. Boom

Glass Hammer – Arise 2023


Glass Hammer shoots for the stars with the new concept album, “Arise”. Set against the backdrop of deep space exploration, “Arise” follows the extraordinary journey of an android dispatched by overzealous scientists to uncover the galaxy’s hidden wonders.

The album’s lyrics, liner notes, and artwork convey a tale of cosmic dread and wonder that doesn’t begin with a big bang, but, according to Glass Hammer mastermind Steve Babb, “… definitely ends with one.”
He’s joined by singer Hannah Pryor and guitarist Reese

Therion – Leviathan III (2023)


Swedish symphonic metal legends Therion have unveiled the first single, “Twilight of the Gods”, off of their upcoming studio album, “Leviathan III”, out on December 15th, 2023, via Napalm Records! With the new album, Therion return to deliver another masterpiece – fulfilling the Leviathan trilogy…

1. Ninkigal
2. Ruler of Tamag
3. An Unsung Lament
4. Maleficium
5. Ayahuasca
6. Baccanale
7. Midsommarblot
8. What Was Lost Shall Be Lost No More
9. Duende
10. Nummo
11. Twilight of the Gods

Christofer Johnsso

Chamelion – Legends & Lores 2023


Rockshots Records is proud to present their latest signing of Finland’s Chamelion for the release of their debut album “Legends & Lores”! Founded by the talented keyboardist Marco Sneck, Chamelion combines epic symphonic power metal with elements of classical music, featuring choirs, renaissance melodies, and baroque arrangements.

The result? A musical journey into a fantasy world where magic and might reign!
The band is composed of Tomi Viiltola (vocals), Marco Sneck (keyboards), Jari Satta (guitar), Jukka Jokikokko (bass) and Janne Kusmin (drums) – a solid

DGM – Life 2023


Italian progressive metal masters DGM will release their long awaited 11th studio album, “Life” this November. It follows the band’s acclaimed release of “Tragic Separation” in 2020. “Life” comes as the culmination of 2 years work in which the band’s mainman Simone Mularoni, wrote a wealth of musical material from which the songs that compose “Life” were chosen.

The songs show clearly the desire to push the band beyond any previous boundaries and to build more of their own personal identity and approach. Truly, no

Vambo – II (2023)


This album is out October 20th through Pride & Joy Music.Follow-up to the critically acclaimed, self-titled debut album, Vambo with their 2nd studio album. Twelve tracks serve as a showcase for the band’s impressive musical talent and energetic performances.

The songs offer a mix of melodic choruses, hard-hitting riffs and dynamic guitar solos and promise an exciting listening experience. Drawing inspiration from both “classic” rock sensibilities and contemporary influences, the album presents a fresh and innovative approach to the genre. Produce