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Saxon Vocalist Buff Byford Reveals his battle with Cancer

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Photo Credit: Press Edited by Anselm Anderson Saxon Lead vocalist Biff Byford has posted an update on his battle with cancer. In a special social media posting, Byford discloses his recent diagnosis following the band's  Japanese Tour in late April and his upcoming 'mopping-up' chemotherapy treatment. Also, Byford discusses the recent postponement of Saxon's European tour in France and Spain until next spring. At the same time, he undergoes a short period of chemotherapy, but has been told by doctors that his prognosis going forward is positive. All tickets will remain valid for the new rescheduled dates, which will be announced on SAXON’s social media channels imminently. Unfortunately, Biff’s treatment is affecting the band’s upcoming festival performances. The band will have to cancel their appearance at Trutnoff Open Air later this month and has postponed their performance at Neuborn Open Air, which will now take place next year. Biff has reassured fans that Hell...

Megadeth Announces Final Album Release Date and Unveils Farewell Tour

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Photo Credit: BLKIIBLK MEGADETH lead Vocalist, DAVE MUSTAINE, has revealed in a social post to his worldwide fanbase and Cyber Army that his forthcoming album will be the final MEGADETH studio album of his career. MUSTAINE shared the announcement via his alter ego,  Vic Rattlehead . MUSTAINE also revealed that the band will embark on a worldwide farewell tour next year. Next year, MUSTAINE will release his memoirs, with more details to follow in the coming months.  Dave Mustaine revealed to his followers, “There are so many musicians that have come to the end of their career, whether accidental or intentional. Most of them don't get to go out on their own terms on top, and that's where I'm at in my life right now. I have travelled the world and have made millions upon millions of fans, and the hardest part of all of this is saying goodbye to them. DAVE adds, “ We can't wait for you to hear this album and see us on tour. If there was ever a perfect time for us to put...

Toronto Singer Songwriter Octoberman Releases Heartwarming tribute 'Harry Nilsson', ahead of New Album Release

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Photo Credit: Remi Thebault Edited by Anselm Anderson Toronto-based indie folk-rock outfit Octoberman  returns with Chutes, their seventh full-length album, due later this year on Ishmalia Records The band has marked the news with the release of its advance single and video, “Harry Nilsson,” out Today. The track draws inspiration from the late singer’s iconic take on “Without You.” “I had recently lost my mother, so I was hyper-aware of mortality and how things can turn on a dime, ” says songwriter Marc Morrissette. “ Losing an ever-present person in your life makes you more afraid of it happening again, especially as a father and husband. In the end, it’s like losing a part of yourself that never comes back.” The band's brand of jangly pop and daydreaming soundscapes is on display in the single’s video, which pairs the song’s airy, powder-soft tones with faux vintage footage from filmmaker and extreme skier Nick Steers . “I remembered a conversation with Nick about th...

Guitar Pop Sensation Tora Daa Set To Release 'Babyblue' Single Next Week

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Photo courtesy of Glenn Sergeant  Rising Guitar pop sensation Tora Dahle AagÃ¥rd and her band, TORA DAA , will release their new single, “Baby Blue,” on August 8th, the second track to be unveiled from the band’s upcoming album, set for release on September 26th.  The album will be supported by an extensive tour to promote its release. The album launch will tour across Norway and abroad. Over the last few years, Tora Daa has toured Europe, earning international acclaim for her performances. In 2025, she was invited to perform at Trondheim Jazzfest, one of Norway’s largest music festivals, where festival director Ernst Wiggo Sandbakk hailed her work as “the best commissioned piece in the festival’s history.” Many of these compositions will be included in the band’s upcoming studio album. Tora comments about the new single ‘Baby Blue’ is a playful, unpolished and charming little blues tune. I wanted to build it around a classic blues riff and see how much I could get out of one...

Little King Announces September release for upcoming new album 'Lente Viviente'

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Photo courtesy of Rogue PR Edited by Anselm Anderson American rock band Little King has announced the details of their upcoming eighth studio album, Lente Viviente , due for release in September 2025. The new record features seven tracks. The lineup of The Little King studio has changed since their last release in 2019. They have added drummer Tony Bojorquez from San Carlos, Mexico, to their team. Bassist and Cellist  David Hamilton, who contributed cello on Amuse De Q (2021) and Occam’s Foil (2019), has played with the band live in recent years. Founding member Ryan Rosoff returns on guitar and vocals, and  Curfew Vocalist Laura Sadie Bette adds backing vocals. Lente Viviente (Spanish for “Living Lens,” a play on Rosoff’s Video Memoir production company, LivingLens Memoirs). The album explores themes of memory and presence, perception and truth. The songs reflect on various topics, including childhood and enduring friendship in tracks like “Catch and Release” and “Dawn Villa....

TWO TONE PUNK ROCKERS THE PLANET SMASHERS ANNOUNCES NEW LP, RELEASES THE ANTHEMIC' MEET ME ON THE DANCEFLOOR'

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  PHOTO COURTESY OF MICHAEL CUSHY Words by Anselm Anderson Canadian Ska band, The Planet Smashers, have released their first single, ahead of their new album on August 22nd.'Meet Me On The Dancefloor' is taken from their upcoming tenth studio album, entitled ' On the Dancefloor', via Stomp Records. Formed over thirty years ago, The Planet Smashers have built a reputation with their ska-punk music, capturing the imagination of fans across Europe and Japan. With over 30 million streams on Spotify, numerous sold-out shows, and appearances in everything from MTV’s Undergrads to Japan’s cult animation series Catman, the band has toured throughout North America, Europe, and Japan, sharing stages with icons while remaining loyal to their fanbase. Matt Collyer, the founding frontman, also co-founded Stomp Records, a label that helped to launch some of Canada's most celebrated alternative acts. “Meet Me On The Dancefloor” is an energetic anthem full of fun and catchy tune...

ALTER BRIDGE ANNOUNCES EIGHTH STUDIO ALBUM, UNVEILS DETAILS FOR 2026 EUROPEAN TOUR

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Alter Bridge L to R: Scott Phillips, Myles Kennedy, Brian Marshall, Mark Tremonti Photo Credit: Chuck Brueckmann Edited by Anselm Anderson Grunge icons Alter Bridge have unveiled details for their upcoming self-titled eighth studio album, due for release next year via Napalm Records. Alter Bridge   will be released on January 9th, 2026.  Producer Michael Elvis' Baskette will once again take over the reins as the quartet recorded the album over two months at the legendary 5150 Studio in California and Elvis’ recording studio in Florida. Alter Bridge's latest album features 12 brand-new tracks that highlight some of their most iconic musical moments. Songs like "Rue The Day," "Disregarded," and "Scales Are Falling" evoke the band's earlier hits. "Trust In Me" showcases Myles Kennedy and guitarist Mark Tremonti sharing vocal duties, with Myles singing the verses and Mark taking over the chorus. The roles are reversed in "Tested And ...

SPACE ROCK DOCTORS OF SPACE RELEASES SEVENTY MINUTE ALBUM.

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  'Doctors of Space 'Fusing Your Synapses' Art coverwork Words by Anselm Anderson The space rock band Doctors of Space has released their latest collection of mind-bending tracks titled 'Fusing Your Synapses.' This album features over seventy minutes of both older remixes and new electronic songs. The album addresses current socio-political issues from around the world, including topics such as war, corruption, and politics. All tracks were mixed and recorded in Portugal between 2022-24 by Doctor Space. Doctors of Space is the duo of DR Martin Weaver and DR Space AKA Scott Heller. The duo formed in 2021 with a love for recording jam sessions of Space rock. Social Media Links https://doctorsofspace.bandcamp.com/album/mind-surgery

SAXON RELEASES 'HEAVY METAL THUNDER' LIVE VIDEO AHEAD OF 'EAGLES OVER HELLFEST 2025' RELEASE, ADD DATES TO EUROPEAN TOUR

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Edited by Anselm Anderson NWOBHM Icons Saxon have unveiled the video for 'Heavy Metal Thunder (live at Hellfest)', taken from their upcoming new live album 'Eagles Over Hellfest'. due out this week via Silver Lining Music PRE-ORDER AT THIS LOCATION Saxon has generated excitement with their new release ahead of their September European tour. "Eagles Over Hellfest" is a recording from their performance at last year’s Hellfest and serves as a sneak peek of what fans can expect during their “Castles & Eagles” headline shows in September 2025 at the Zénith venues in Paris, Nantes, and Toulouse.  Lead singer and founding member Biff Byford enthuses that 'Heavy Metal Thunder' is a revered classic, taken from the new album. Watch “Heavy Metal Thunder (Live at Hellfest)” here – videos courtesy of Sombrero & Co in collaboration with Hellfest Productions. 'Eagles Over Hellfest' revisits classic albums like "Strong Arm Of The Law" to ...

THE DEAD DAISIES RELEASE SHORT DOCUMENTARY, TO ACCOMPANY 'LOOKIN FOR TROUBLE'

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Edited by Anselm Anderson The Dead Daisies build on the success of their recent blues cover album, 'Lookin' Trouble,' with a new short documentary that provides insight into the creation of the album and its origins. The twenty minute film offers an intimate look at how an impromptu late night jam session in Muscle Shoals turned into one of the band's better records. The film delves into the rich musical history  inside the legendary FAME Studios. Featuring some never-before-seen footage of the band en route to FAME, the documentary looks at the creative process and how the band interpret these iconic tracks. Through candid interviews with lead vocalist John Corabi, guitarist Doug Aldrich, and bassist Michael Devin, the film traces the roots of the blues and its evolution into rock & roll. The band discuss  the legends and folklore surrounding artists like Lead Belly, Muddy Waters, and Albert King, whose tracks are re-imagined on 'Lookin' For Trouble...

Bruce Wilson-led project, RxHx releases "Star FKD" Music Video

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Photo Courtesy of Chad Cornies of No Rules PR Edited by Anselm Anderson RxHx, the new solo project from Bruce Wilson,  has released the debut single “Star FKD”  across all streaming platforms. The track is the first of a series of singles set for release, as an audio case file from the fictional St. Vitus Neuromusical Centre.   "Star FKD" is a blend of synth-punk, post-existential pop, and nocturnal new wave .The track is derived from a concept revolving around a terminally ill patient in a psychological medical facility, who experiences episodes of dysmorphia and dissociative personality. Formed as part  the brainchild of Vancouver music scene stalwart Bruce Wilson, He began his career with Nineties' grunge band Tankhog, before his career was cut short due to substance abuse. Since then, He has develepod a name for himself in the art and music industry. Wilson spent his recovery fronting various bands across Northern America, lead him to writing his critically...

Outspoken Punk veterans Rise Against return with their first album in four years, announces EU/US tour, releases "I Want It All'" music video

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Photo courtesy of Mynxii White Punk rock band Rise Agains t returns with their first album in four years with the release of " Ricochet "   on August 15th, due on Loma Vista Recordings. The Twelve tracker was produced by GRAMMY®-winner Catherine Marks (Boygenius, Foals, Manchester Orchestra, St. Vincent) and mixed by Alan Moulder (Nine Inch Nails, Paramore, Queens of the Stone Age, The Killers), In their new release, Rise Against urges listeners to reflect on important questions before making decisions about their lives.'Ricochet' is a record massive in sound, rooted in unification, but is centred around positive change. It all starts with oneself, and on the searing lead single, ' I Want It All ,' Vocalist Tim McIlrath comments on the new release “The algorithm wants our attention so it is designed to make us laugh or cry, but mostly, it wants us to be angry, because that is how it spreads the furthest. Like a pile of marbles, hit hard. Who benefits from our...