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  • DOWN Announces Remastered Edition Of “Over The Under” And Shares Remastered Version Of “N.O.D”

    Nuclear Blast Records is bringing Over The Under by Down back into focus with a newly remastered edition of the band’s third studio album.

    Originally released in 2007, the record was produced by Warren Riker and captured a specific period for the band, delivering more than an hour of material shaped by personal struggles and the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. At the time, MetalSucks described it as a “snapshot of a band doing what they do best, and doing it honestly and sincerely, egged on by unfortunate catastrophe,” while Punk News highlighted a release that brought together “everything fans praise about these musicians and about the South’s influence on metal and rock. The atmospherics are tense and hellraising as well as hardening, melancholic, and introspective.” The album also landed on multiple year-end lists across major outlets including Revolver, Metal Hammer, and Rolling Stone.

    This updated 2026 version of Over The Under features remastered audio handled by Eric Koondel, known for his work with Soilwork, Cynic, Malevolent Creation, and Death. It also marks the first official availability of the album in the U.S. market. The CD and digital editions include the bonus track “Invest In Fear”, making its debut on U.S. physical formats and digital platforms worldwide.

    To coincide with the announcement, Down has released the remastered version of “N.O.D.”, offering a preview of the updated sound.

    The remastered Over The Under is set for release on June 19 across CD, LP, and digital formats. It can also be pre-order here.

    The current lineup of Down features Philip H. Anselmo on vocals, Pepper Keenan and Kirk Windstein on guitars, Jimmy Bower on drums, and Pat Bruders on bass. Their sound remains rooted in thick riffs, blues-driven leads, and a distinct New Orleans edge that has defined the band since its early days.

    The group first made its mark with NOLA in 1995, drawing from the combined histories of members tied to Pantera, Corrosion Of Conformity, Crowbar, and Eyehategod. That foundation carried through later releases including Down II: A Bustle In Your Hedgerow, Over The Under, Down IV – Part One, and Down IV – Part Two.

    Onstage, Down built a reputation through high-profile runs with Metallica and Heaven & Hell, along with appearances at festivals like Download, Soundwave, and Ozzfest, consistently delivering a direct and heavy live set.

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  • JOE BONAMASSA Announces Sound Wave Beach Weekend for 2027 After Massively Successful First Year

    Following a wildly successful and fully sold-out debut, Joe Bonamassa has announced the return of Sound Wave Beach Weekend for 2027, building on the momentum of its first year with an expanded lineup and a renewed focus on collaboration, community, and immersive live music experiences. Fans can sign up now here for special pre-sale access and additional event details.

    Set once again along the white sand beaches of Miramar Beach, Florida, Sound Wave Beach Weekend will return as Bonamassa’s signature artist-curated destination event, bringing together a wide-ranging lineup that reflects the full spectrum of modern roots music. The 2027 edition will feature two special shows from Bonamassa, alongside lively performances from Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Rival Sons, Los Lonely Boys, The War and Treaty, Robert Randolph Band, The Record Company, Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, Bywater Call, and more.

    The weekend will also include artist collaborations, unique sit-ins, and one-of-a-kind moments that were a defining part of the inaugural event, along with special experiences like a welcome beach bonfire hosted by Nikki Hill.

    The announcement comes just days after the conclusion of Sound Wave’s first year, which saw fans from across the country gather for a three-day experience that blended live music with a relaxed, beachside setting. The event sold out immediately during pre-sale and quickly established itself as a new destination within the festival landscape, drawing praise for its intimate scale, incredible curated lineup, and emphasis on guest customer experience.

    Hosted in partnership with Topeka, Sound Wave Beach Weekend is designed to offer a different kind of festival experience – one that prioritizes ease, connection, and proximity. The newly renovated 6,000-capacity venue sits just steps from the beach and nearby accommodations, allowing fans to move seamlessly between daytime relaxation and nighttime performances. Each guest enjoys a reserved “cove,” with food, drinks, and merchandise delivered on demand, creating an environment where the focus stays squarely on the music.

    In addition, the full renovations recently made to the venue include building a lower bowl and upper lawn section that provide amazing sightlines to the stage for all guests, plus enlarged video screens, 30+ premium suites in the center of the venue, a shaded artisan village, food court and secondary stage.

    Guests’ reviews are flooding in that their Beach Weekend experience is among the best they have ever attended. The combination of passionate hospitality and organization from the Topeka team along with the venue layout and amenities set the stage for guests to have a music experience truly like no other.

    For Bonamassa, the event represents a natural extension of his long-standing commitment to building platforms for artists and creating meaningful experiences for fans. With artists spanning Americana, Blues, Rock, Soul, Roots and Jam-adjacent worlds, the lineup reflects a shared value of incredible live performances and musical camaraderie. From the storytelling depth of Jason Isbell And The 400 Unit, to the high-energy brass of Trombone Shorty, the heavy Blues Rock resurgence of Rival Sons, and the genre-blurring guitar mastery of Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country and so much more, the weekend is positioned as a reconnection for artists who thrive in a live setting.

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  • COLONEL CLAYPOOL’S FEARLESS FLYING FROG BRIGADE Announce “Return Of The Live Frogs: Volume 1”

    Colonel Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade will release Return Of The Live Frogs: Volume 1 on May 22nd, a new live collection capturing the band’s long-awaited return and ever-evolving onstage chemistry. Featuring four extended performances – each stretching between seven and twelve minutes – the release offers a raw, immersive snapshot of a group that has always thrived in the moment, where structure gives way to exploration and no two performances land quite the same way twice.

    The tracklist includes “Up On the Roof,” “Phantom Patriot,” “D’s Diner,” and “Cosmic Highway,” each reimagined through the band’s loose, improvisational lens. Built on deep grooves, shifting arrangements, and the interplay between a cast of longtime collaborators, the recordings highlight what has made the Frog Brigade such a cult favorite for more than two decades: a sense that anything can happen at any time, and often does.

    Originally formed by Claypool in 2000 as a creative outlet during a transitional period for Primus, the Fearless Flying Frog Brigade quickly became one of his most beloved and freewheeling projects – a place where new material, deep cuts, and left-field covers could coexist alongside extended improvisation and genre-hopping experimentation. Early tours, marquee festival appearances, and the release of Live Frogs Set 1 & 2 and the studio album Purple Onion helped establish the band as a singular live force, bridging the gap between the jam, prog, and alt-rock worlds.

    After more than 20 years away from full-scale touring, the Fearless Flying Frog Brigade returned to the stage with a lineup that once again includes longtime members Skerik on horns and Mike Dillon on percussion, alongside Sean Ono Lennon on guitar, Harry Waters on keys, and Paulo Baldi on drums. That lineup remains central to the band’s current incarnation, bringing together players with deep history and an instinctive feel for the project’s open-ended approach.

    Return Of The Live Frogs: Volume 1 arrives just as Claypool and Lennon prepare to hit the road for the Claypool Gold Tour, a full-evening run that brings together three distinct projects – Primus, The Claypool Lennon Delirium, and the Fearless Flying Frog Brigade – into one fluid, genre-spanning live experience. Each night, the Frog Brigade set offers a different window into Claypool’s catalog and creative world, with a focus on extended arrangements, improvisation, and the kind of musical risk-taking that has always defined the project.

    The tour begins May 20th and runs coast-to-coast through early July, giving audiences a rare chance to see Claypool and Lennon move between multiple bands and approaches in a single evening, from the tightly constructed narratives of the Delirium to the wide-open terrain of the Frog Brigade. For dates and to purchase tickets click here.

    With Return Of The Live Frogs: Volume 1, that spirit is captured in its purest form: a band in motion, playing without a net, and leaning fully into the unpredictability that has always been at the heart of the Frog Brigade.

    Pre-order Return Of The Live Frogs: Volume 1 here.

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  • DREAM THEATER’s JOHN PETRUCCI Calls Full “Parasomnia” Performances “A Blast”

    In a recent conversation with Dream Theater Argentina, Dream Theater guitarist John Petrucci opened up about the band’s ongoing “An Evening With Dream Theater” run. The tour features the group performing their latest album, Parasomnia, in full, along with the complete seven-part composition “A Change Of Seasons”, marking the first time they’ve revisited the piece in full since Mike Portnoy’s return in October 2023. The setlist also pulls in deeper cuts and longtime fan favorites from across the catalog.

    Reflecting on how things have gone so far, Petrucci said (as transcribed by blabbermouth.net): “Yeah, well, we started the Parasomnia leg after the summer in the U.S., in the fall. And it’s been great. It’s been a lot of fun doing something different and creating a visual world of Parasomnia. We really try to make it so that the fans that come to the shows are really transported into the world of Parasomnia. And it’s been a blast being able to play it in its entirety. And it’s cool. I mean, it might be a little self-indulgent [laughs] — it’s a whole new album — but, to us, [it’s been a lot of] fun.”

    He also pointed to the audience response as a major highlight. Petrucci noted that the reaction from Dream Theater fans has “been fantastic. It’s been great. We just played Friday night in Mexico City to a big, big arena crowd there, and we opened that show with the Parasomnia album,” John said. “And it’s essentially all new music, and the fan reaction was incredible. It was over the top. It was just as if we were playing deep cuts. So, very satisfying. Yeah. Very, very cool feeling.”

    Looking ahead, Dream Theater have confirmed that their April 22, 2026 performance at Movistar Arena in Santiago, Chile will be recorded and filmed for a future Blu-ray release. When asked if that changes his preparation, Petrucci kept it straightforward: “Well, really, the best thing is if it doesn’t shift at all. You have to sort of approach it like… First of all, every show, we try to put everything into it, put our best, have our best performance. For me, the best mentality is it’s just another show. Don’t get too worked up about it. Don’t get too anxious about it. That’s the best approach. Because otherwise, yeah, you can kind of drive yourself a little crazy.”

    He added that past filmed performances have come with some unfortunate timing on the health front. Petrucci commented: “Something keeps happening to me, which is a bit annoying, that I keep getting the worst-timed illness right before we film. Yeah, it happened to me many times. I’ll never forget the ‘Score’ DVD from Radio City [Music Hall], I was sick as a dog. And then the Paris Blu-ray [‘Quarantième: Live À Paris’], I got something horrible a couple of days before. I was on stage with a fever, but… I don’t know why that [always happen]. [But] it’s, like, the show must go on, right? So hopefully for Chile I will be okay.”

    Parasomnia, released on February 7, 2025 through InsideOut Music, was produced by Petrucci, engineered by James “Jimmy T” Meslin, and mixed by Andy Sneap, with artwork once again handled by Hugh Syme. The album runs eight tracks across 71 minutes and was recorded at the band’s DTHQ studio in Long Island, New York.

    It follows 2021’s A View From The Top Of The World, which landed in the top 10 across Billboard’s Top Hard Rock Albums, Top Rock Albums, and Independent Albums charts. Much of Parasomnia leans into extended compositions, with six tracks passing the seven-minute mark, and the closing piece “The Shadow Man Incident” stretching close to 20 minutes.

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  • THE HALO EFFECT Sets European Tour With LACUNA COIL And OMNIUM GATHERUM

    Fresh off the release of the driving new single “Lest We Fall” and a string of strong live dates alongside Heaven Shall Burn and The Black Dahlia Murder, melodic death metal outfit The Halo Effect have confirmed plans for a European tour in 2027.

    The Swedish band, whose members helped shape the Gothenburg sound during the 1990s, will headline shows across Europe in February and March. They’ll be joined by special guests Lacuna Coil, with Omnium Gatherum opening the run.

    Artist exclusive presale starts tomorrow, Thursday, April 16, followed by the general on-sale beginning Friday, April 17. Check for tickets here.

    The Halo Effect guitarist Niclas Engelin says: “Halos in Europe, we can’t wait to be back on the road in 2027! This time we bring the almighty Lacuna Coil and Omnium Gatherum with us, who we have been friends with for a long time. We look forward to an amazing time with you all!”

    Since breaking through in 2021 with the track “Shadowminds”, The Halo Effect have remained a consistent name in modern death metal. Their lineup features vocalist Mikael Stanne (Dark Tranquillity), guitarists Jesper Strömblad (represented live by The Haunted‘s Patrik Jensen) and Niclas Engelin, bassist Peter Iwers, and drummer Daniel Svensson. Together, they lean into the melodic foundation they helped establish while layering in newer elements like orchestral textures and atmospheric keys.

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  • VENOM Shares Music Video For New Single “Kicked Outta Hell”, From Upcoming Album “Into Oblivion”

    Eight years is a long time to wait. Since Storm the Gates landed in 2018, Venom have been largely silent on the studio front — but the Newcastle godfathers of black metal are finally ready to re-emerge with Into Oblivion, their sixteenth full-length, due May 1 via Noise/BMG. Today, they’ve shared their second single, ‘Kicked Outta Hell’, alongside an official video directed by Andy Pilkington. And it does exactly what it says on the tin.

    “It’s one of the heaviest songs on the album,” confirms guitarist Rage (Stuart Dixon). “It’s grinding and straight ahead.” That’s not marketing speak — the track hits like a freight train running downhill with no intention of stopping. What makes it interesting, though, is the angle Conrad “Cronos” Lant has taken with the lyric: rather than the band’s traditional satanic posturing, this one flips the script entirely.

    “This one is me just having fun,” Cronos explains. “I’m putting myself above the Devil in the lyric, which I think is an interesting twist. The Devil’s pissed off with us!”

    It’s a characteristically tongue-in-cheek move from one of metal’s most iconic frontmen — and drummer Danté (Danny Needham) sums up the track’s entire energy in four words: “You’re not staying in hell, get out!”

    Pre-order the album here.

    Into Oblivion has been years in the making, delayed by the pandemic, recording setbacks, and — by Cronos‘s own admission — an uncompromising pursuit of quality. “This album has really pushed the boundaries,” he says, “but if you want to make a killer album, you pay for it in blood, sweat, and tears.”

    The result, according to the band, is something that sounds both classic and evolved. The thirteen-track album features the long-standing lineup of Cronos on bass and vocals, Rage on guitar, and Danté behind the kit — a combination now seventeen years strong, making it the longest-running version of Venom in the band’s history.

    Rage puts it plainly: “I’m so proud of this album. It’s astounding. It feels so different, yet so familiar. The sonics are a step up, no song sounds the same, but they all work together.”

    The lead single, ‘Lay Down Your Soul’, drew a direct line back to the era of ‘Black Metal’, full of rousing chorus energy. ‘Kicked Outta Hell’ goes heavier, dirtier, more primal. Together, they paint a picture of a band that hasn’t forgotten where it came from, but isn’t content to just retread it either.

    Into Oblivion will be released on May 1st, 2026, and is available for preorder now and is available in these formats.

    • Double, gatefold smoke vinyl
    • Double, gatefold clear, black & red splatter vinyl (Limited Edition)
    • CD digisleeve with 16-page booklet
    • Digital

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  • KISS Secures Long-Term Future With Pophouse Entertainment

    Kiss founders Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons have opened up, in a cover story for the May 2026 Pollstar Magazine issue, about the band’s next phase, confirming details about a planned avatar-based live experience set to launch in Las Vegas in 2028.

    The project marks a major move for the band following their farewell tour, with the show being developed in partnership with Pophouse Entertainment, the Sweden-based company co-founded by Björn Ulvaeus of Abba. The company previously made waves with the Abba Voyage production and is now bringing a similar concept to the U.S. market with Kiss.

    Backed by a reported deal exceeding $300 million, Pophouse Entertainment acquired Kiss’s catalog along with rights to their name, imagery, and likeness — including the band’s signature face paint designs. The agreement also covers master recordings and publishing interests, giving the company full scope to build out the upcoming experience.

    Speaking to Pollstar, Gene Simmons addressed which version of the band fans can expect to see represented. “It’s going to be the iconic face personas, The Demon, the Starchild, and so on. Who you want to place into that lineup is up to you.”

    On the musical side, Paul Stanley confirmed the show will pull from across the band’s history: “We will have all the classics through the years and some surprises.”

    Simmons added another layer, saying: “You’re gonna get all that stuff, and also new songs.”

    When asked to clarify what that meant, he stated: “Exactly what that means, written by us. We have songs done.”

    The concept builds on what fans saw during Kiss’s final show at Madison Square Garden in December 2023, where early versions of the band’s avatars were introduced. Rather than aiming for realism, the digital versions leaned into a stylized approach, presenting the members as larger-than-life figures with exaggerated, comic-inspired traits.

    According to Jessica Koravos, CEO of Pophouse Entertainment, what debuted in New York was only a starting point. “What the crowd got to see at MSG was an early prototype of the KISS avatar concept. A lot has evolved since then — both in terms of creative concept for the show and avatar technology. We are now deep in development with a top-flight creative team headed by Thierry Coup — the team was on set last week testing out pyro effects against a new generation of LED screens to make sure we max out the KISS signature flame throwing. The show concept is a crazy 4D roller coaster ride through the hits, the comic book worlds and personas of KISS.”

    With this project, Kiss are set to become the first American band to fully transition into a dedicated avatar-driven concert experience, pushing their legacy into a new format while keeping the core elements — spectacle, characters, and catalog — intact.

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  • SYMPHONY X Vocalist RUSSELL ALLEN Releases Emotional “Love Her Like I Do (Ava’s Song)” For Autism Awareness Month

    Acclaimed vocalist Russell Allen, known as the longtime frontman of Symphony X, has released a new ballad, “Love Her Like I Do (Ava’s Song)”, marking Autism Awareness Month with a deeply personal statement.

    The track centers on Allen’s experience as a father raising a daughter on the autism spectrum, focusing on real-life moments and the emotional weight behind them. “Love Her Like I Do (Ava’s Song)” presents a more stripped-down and vulnerable side of his voice, while still carrying the intensity fans expect.

    “The song was written over several years navigating the evolution of our daughter’s life on the spectrum,” Allen explains. “Observing her behaviors that most would consider quirky became normal to me and my family. It became increasingly difficult for her to make friends in her life, though we tried several groups and activities for her to explore. Her social anxiety would overwhelm her senses and she would just retreat into her ‘world’ and stim a lot.”

    He continues: “The heartbreaking moment for me was when she came home from school and asked, ‘Why are the kids playing and having fun but not with me?’ The fact that she was so aware of her situation was both enlightening and difficult for us, because we knew she couldn’t change who she was for acceptance of her peers. But why should she? So the song became my wish — a father’s wish — for my daughter to find a world full of people who would accept her and love her the way we do.”

    Released in line with Autism Awareness Month, the song aims to highlight the realities faced by families while pushing for greater understanding and acceptance. “Love Her Like I Do (Ava’s Song)” is now available across major streaming platforms.

    Allen remains best known for his work with Symphony X, joining the band in 1995 and helping define their sound across key releases like The Divine Wings Of Tragedy, V: The New Mythology Suite, The Odyssey, and Paradise Lost. His voice has been a core element in shaping the band’s mix of technical precision and melody.

    Outside of Symphony X, Allen has stayed active across multiple projects. His work with Allen/Lande alongside Jørn Lande showed a more melodic side, while Adrenaline Mob leaned into heavier, groove-based hard rock. He has also been part of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, performing in large-scale productions that brought his voice to wider audiences.

    Often compared to Ronnie James Dio, Allen’s style combines power, control, and emotional range. His lyrics have covered everything from mythology to personal struggle, giving his work both scale and depth.

    With “Love Her Like I Do (Ava’s Song)”, Allen shifts the focus inward, delivering one of the most personal tracks of his career while continuing to expand what fans expect from his voice.

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  • IRON MAIDEN Is Finally Set For 2026 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Induction

    British heavy metal legends Iron Maiden are finally set to enter the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame as part of the 2026 Performer class. Joining them this year are Phil Collins, Billy Idol, Joy Division/New Order, Oasis, Sade, Luther Vandross, and Wu-Tang Clan.

    Additional honors will be handed out across several categories. Celia Cruz, Fela Kuti, Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, and Gram Parsons will receive the Early Influence Award. The Musical Excellence Award will go to songwriter Linda Creed, producers Arif Mardin, Jimmy Miller, and Rick Rubin, while Ed Sullivan is set to receive the Ahmet Ertegun Award.

    “Induction into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame is music’s highest honor,” chairman John Sykes said in a statement. “We look forward to celebrating these remarkable artists at this year’s ceremony — it’s going to be an unforgettable night.”

    The ceremony is scheduled for November 14 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, with a broadcast planned on ABC and Disney+ the following month. That date lands in the middle of Iron Maiden’s Australian run, with shows booked for November 13 in Melbourne and November 15 in Sydney.

    Manager Rod Smallwood addressed the news, saying: “We’d like to thank the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame for including us (and former members who were all part of our story) in the 2026 roll call of inductees.

    Iron Maiden have always been about our relationship with our fans above anything else, including awards and industry accolades. However, having said that, it’s always nice to be recognized and honored for any achievements within the music industry too!”

    He continued: “It also seems appropriate for the band to be inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame this year as we continue our 50th-anniversary celebrations with our Run For Your Lives world tour visiting the Americas and beyond. We would also like to congratulate our fellow 2026 inductees and extend our gratitude as ever to our fans for their loyalty, perseverance and support for over 50 years now! See you all, somewhere on tour.”

    The lineup being recognized includes Bruce Dickinson, Steve Harris, Nicko McBrain, and guitarists Adrian Smith, Dave Murray, and Janick Gers, along with former members Dennis Stratton, Paul Di’Anno, Blaze Bayley, and Clive Burr.

    Eligible for the induction since 2005, Iron Maiden have built one of the most consistent catalogs in metal, starting with their self-titled debut Iron Maiden and continuing through 16 additional studio albums. The band has sold more than 100 million records worldwide and remains a major touring force decades into its career.

    According to Rock Hall guidelines, artists become eligible 25 years after their first release. Beyond that, selections are also based on influence and overall impact on the evolution of rock music, a standard that continues to spark debate year after year.

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  • JARED JAMES NICHOLS Unveils New Single “Runnin’ Hot” From Upcoming Album “Louder Than Fate”

    Guitar Powerhouse Jared James Nichols is proud to unveil his new single, “Runnin’ Hot,” taken from his upcoming fourth studio album, Louder Than Fate, due out on June 5, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. “Runnin’ Hot” was produced, mixed, and engineered by Jay Ruston. The accompanying music video was filmed, directed, and edited by Speed Rabbit Films.

    Jared comments on the new track: “”Runnin’ Hot” was written with a dear friend of mine and rock-and-roll maniac, Tuk Smith. We wanted to tap into everything we love about this music, something real, raw, and fun. Shooting the music video took that mantra even further. Elvis James brought the same energy behind the camera, and the result is a laugh-out-loud, wildly entertaining watch.”

    Louder Than Fate is not just an album — it’s a declaration. A record that speaks to resilience, conviction, and the unstoppable force of an artist who plays every note as if it truly matters. Loud, honest, and deeply human, this is Jared James Nichols at his absolute best.

    Nichols comments on Louder Than Fate: “I’m beyond excited for this record. I’ve been counting down the days until its release like it’s a personal holiday. If the singles are any hint for you, there are plenty of riffs ripping through the speakers like a buzz saw. But going deeper into the record, there are tons of different emotions and sounds that I have yet to explore as a singer/songwriter. I am personally thrilled to share different shades of myself on this record, giving so much more depth and insight to the listener. Get ready for Louder than Fate“.

    Produced and mixed by Jay Ruston (Anthrax, Stone Sour, Amon Amarth, Skindred, and Steel Panther) with additional production by Roger Alan Nichols (Larkin Poe and Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown), Louder Than Fate balances muscle and melody, combining thunderous riffs, searing solos, and emotionally charged vocals with a modern, punchy production. The songs move effortlessly between hard-hitting rock anthems and more reflective, dynamic moments, showcasing Nichols’ ability to fuse classic influences with a contemporary edge. Tracks like “Bending or Breaking” and “Killing Time” expand the sonic palette with subtle keyboards and cinematic string arrangements, adding depth without ever sacrificing power.

    Since his breakout debut, Jared James Nichols has built a reputation as one of the most electrifying guitarists and performers of his generation. Known for his unmistakable tone, fearless playing style, and commanding stage presence, he has toured extensively across the US and Europe, sharing stages with some of the biggest names in rock and earning praise from fans and critics alike.

    A set of record-release shows kicks off in Teaneck, NJ, on May 29th, and a list of his upcoming live dates can be found here.

    Pre-order Louder Than Fate here.

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