BIG SHOT- Lost 1992 Album 2022


MelodicRock Classics is pleased to dive back into the past to prove that not everything that came out of the 90s was better off left there. October 28 will see the long overdue release of an album from Orlando, Florida melodic rockers BIG SHOT.

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BIG SHOT was formed in the early 1990’s under the name of the Deryle Hughes Band. The original members were Deryle Hughes on vocals, David Mikeal on keyboards and guitar, Paul Drennan on bass, Angelo Janotti on guitar and Tommy Scott on drums. The group immediately s

Liv Sin – KaliYuga 2022


Fast forward to 2023, after a two-year down period and revamped line-up, LIV SIN is now completely recharged and ready to hit the stages again. Not forgetting the record shops’ racks, with their new album, “KaliYuga”. “KaliYuga” referring to the fourth of the four “Yugas” in Hinduism, the era precisely dedicated to the present age, full of conflict and… sin. The theme of Kali Yuga was also reflected in the album’s writing process.

“Since we produced this album ourselves, we definitely tried out a lot of new things, and I confess, I went a bit cra

Sword – III – 2022


After years of silence, the SWORD boys never thought that a box full of late 80’s demos and recordings would start a fire under their ass hot enough to revisit this (new old material) and do it with it’s due force to revise.

01 Bad Blood
02 (i Am) In Kommand
03 Dirty Pig
04 Surfacing
05 Unleashing Hell
06 Spread The Pain
07 Took My Chances
08 Not Me No Way

Qntal IX – Time stands still 2022

Qntal are back! With their new album “Time stands still”, Syrah and Michael Popp open a new chapter in their long band history. Also available on vinyl for the first time, the musical elements merge to perfection on “Time stands still”. This epic work inspires from the first to the last second.

On the new album “Time stands still”, Qntal are increasingly turning to our time with their modern arrangements. The virtuosity of their music, combined with the organic sounds of the electronic music components, shows once again that Qntal are masters of their trade. Time stands still” is the perfect fusion of modernity and the Middle Ages and bridges the gap between danceability and avant-garde.

01 Winterly Waves
02 Fontanas
03 Don’t Fear The Reaper
04 Quis Est Deus
05 Dancing With The Daffodils
06 L’on Dit Q’amors Est Dolce Chose
07 Mich Fing Die Minne
08 Bl

Epica – The Alchemy Project 2022


Ever further, ever higher: In their 20 years of existence, EPICA have never shied away from challenges, weathered every storm and propelled the symphonic metal genre to heights no one dared believe.

With a subtle and surprisingly humorous artwork by Heilemania, EPICA embark on a journey through seven extraordinary new songs. Along with various select guests – from extremists like Fleshgod Apocalypse, Niilo Sevänen (Insomnium) and Björn ?Speed? Strid (Soilwork) to melodic masters like Tommy Karevik (Kamelot), keyboard legend Phil Lanzon (Uriah Heep) or Roel van Helden (Pow

Blue Ruin – Hooligans Happy Hour 2022


Blue Ruin is a punk-inspired band consisting of 5 bad babes from Auckland, New Zealand: Charlotte Tybalt, Anna Monteith, Elettra Pizzale and Louisa Maria. Inspired by all things scary and fun, Blue Ruin brings an immersive and colorful sound.

Their sound is influenced by various genres including punk, hardcore, pop punk, hard rock, riot grrrl and metal. With fast-paced riffs and mesmerizing stage performances, Blue Ruin sets audiences on fire. Blue Ruin embodies the down-to-earth culture of the New Zealand people and exudes a sense of effortless, light-hearted fun. After touring across New Zealand, Europe

Van Stephenson – China Girl 2022 Deluxe Edition 2 CD


On Friday, November 25, singer/songwriter Van Stephenson’s album “China Girl” will be reissued via the company MelodicRock Classics. Here’s what you can read in a press release:

MelodicRock Classics is proud and honoured to partner with the family of the late, great VAN STEPHENSON, plus his many co-writers and musical partners, to pay tribute to the legacy of the legendary singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist with a series of archive releases, culminating in two career spanning box sets, featuring all unreleased songs from his vast songwriting archive

Autumn’s Child – Starflower 2022


On the 21st of December, Autumn’s Child will release their new album “Starflower” (first in Japan and later also in Europe) Via the player below you can listen to the album’s opening track.

1. Gamechanger
2. Aphrodite’s eyes
3. Welcome to the show
4. Opera
5. Karenina
6. 1995
7. Dorian Gray
8. I cant get enough
9. The final call
10. Love from Tokyo
11. It’s not too late
12. When it’s christmas (Japan bonus track)

Journey – Live In Concert At Lollapalooza 2022


On Friday the 9th of December, Journey will release the album “Live In Concert At Lollapalooza”, which will also be available via Blu-ray and DVD, among other things. Here below you can listen to a first taste test.

Tracklisting:
CD1
1. Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)
2. Only The Young
3. Guitar Interlude
4. Stone In Love
5. Be Good To Yourself
6. Just The Same Way
7. Lights
8. Still They Ride
9. Escape
10. La Do Da

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Jamie Kyle – Wild One 2022


On Friday, November 25, singer Jamie Kyle will release the new album “Wild One” and this is what can be read in a press release:

Jaime writes for herself, but that doesn’t stop industry greats from covering her music. Faith Hill recorded “Wild One” which Jaime co-wrote and it made chart history as a debut artist remaining at number 1 for four weeks. “Wild One” was inspired by Jaime’s childhood experiences in rural Kentucky where imagination was her best friend and music her escape/ In addition to Faith Hill, “Wild One” has been covered by Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Maddie

Tragik – Cry For Love 2022


ROCK COMPANY RECORDS is proud to announce the continuation of its relation with Tragik, with release of the new album “Cry for Love”.

This is the 11th opus from Phil Vincent, Dirk Phillips, and Damian D’Ercole with Vince O’Regan proving guitar histrionics throughout. “Cry for Love” solidifies TRAGIK as a force to be reckoned with inside the melodic hard rock community.
From “Thrill of it All” to “Chasing Heaven” to “And Now We Know” to the closing title track, the onslaught never wanes. Check out the rocked up version of Norman Greenbaum’s “Spirit in

Last Temptation – Love Wins 2022


The melodious rock band Last Temptation, where you can find singer Frank Vestry among other things, is about to release a new album. Here’s what you can read in a press release:

”Love Wins” will feature new songs from the original line-up consisting of Arnie Miot on guitars, Steve Murphy on drums and vocals, Steve Hervatic on bass, Allan Gabay on keys and Frank Vestry on lead vox.

The recording sessions are currently underway at Studio 94 in Plantation FL and also in New Y

Jimmy Barnes – Blue Christmas 2022


On Friday 25th November singer Jimmy Barnes will release his first Christmas album ‘Blue Christmas’, which will contain the following songs:

1. ‘Jingle Bell Rock’
2. ‘Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas’
3. ‘Santa Claus Is Coming To Town’
4. ‘Let It Snow!’
5. ‘White Christmas’
6. ‘The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire)’
7. ‘Blue Christmas’
8. ‘Run Rudolph Run’
9. ‘Little Drummer Boy’
10. ‘Silent Night’
11. ‘Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree’
12. ‘Auld Lang Syne’

Whisper Alley – Up Yer Alley (Lost U.S. Jewels Vol. 15) 2022 + 4 bonus


STEELHEART Records is pleased to announce the release of the U.S. to announce street rock band WHISPER ALLEY for its much-anticipated “Lost U.S. Jewels” series.

WHISPER ALLEY were another group of rock soldiers who got lost in the great grunge wars of the early 90’s.
Hailing from Phoenix, Arizona, they’ve been touring clubs both headlining and supporting acts like Dokken, Badlands, Great White, Quiet Riot, Bulletboys, Junkyard, Sweet F.A. Jet Boy, Arcade, The Scream, Jackyl, Rhino Bucket and Richie Sambora. Their hard-hitting glam/street sound was a mix of early Motley Crue, Skid Row (“Slave To The Grind” era) and Quiet Riot, packed with shredding metal guitars, instant choruses and a healthy dose of attitude.
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