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Wolfgang Van Halen is taking Mammoth back on the road this summer, adding a new run of U.S. headline dates to The End tour. The expanded schedule fills in gaps between the band’s previously confirmed support slots with Creed, keeping the momentum going through the season.

The current Mammoth lineup features Wolfgang Van Halen handling guitar and lead vocals, alongside guitarist Frank Sidoris (from Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy And The Conspirators), guitarist/vocalist Jon Jourdan, drummer Garrett Whitlock (of Tremonti), and bassist Ronnie Ficarro. Together, they’ll cover 18 shows across North America.

The run begins July 12 in Edmonton, Alberta at Rockin’ Thunder, where Mammoth opens for Creed, and continues through August 8 in Monroe, Minnesota at the Monroe State Fair, sharing the stage with Daughtry. Along the way, the band will hit cities including Des Moines, Huntsville, Chattanooga, and Albany.

Ticket details and VIP package options are available through the band’s official site.

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Frontiers Music Srl has brought The L.I.F.E. Project into its roster, marking a new phase for the collaboration between guitarist Josh Rand of Stone Sour and vocalist Casandra Carson of Paralandra and Casandra’s Crossing.

The deal puts the project in a stronger position to reach a wider audience, with new material already in the pipeline. With label backing now in place, The L.I.F.E. Project is set to push its sound further while building on the groundwork established since its formation.

Josh Rand said: “I’m pleased to announce that The L.I.F.E. Project will be joining the Frontiers family. It was important to me to be on a label that wanted to be cutting edge in the industry but still have that mom-and-pop relationship with the artist. I’m looking forward to working with Jeff and Tom to bring The L.I.F.E. Project to our loyal fans!”

Frontiers Label Group general manager Jeff Stevenson added: “We’re incredibly proud to welcome The L.I.F.E. Project to the label. From the moment we heard the new music created by Josh and Casandra, it was clear they continue to bring a unique vision and emotional depth that aligns perfectly with our mission here at Frontiers. We’re excited to partner with them and help bring their artistry to a larger global audience.”

The roots of The L.I.F.E. Project go back to a shared idea between Rand and Carson, built on a strong creative connection. Rand had plans for a female-fronted project for years, and things moved forward in 2020 after the two were introduced through a mutual contact. What started as a trial collaboration developed into a focused project with a clear direction.

On the music side, The L.I.F.E. Project blends Rand’s heavy, groove-driven guitar work with Carson’s wide-ranging vocal style. The sound pulls from classic metal, thrash, and progressive influences, keeping things grounded in heavy riffing while leaving room for melody and dynamic shifts.

The band’s writing process has shaped a sound that balances weight and accessibility. Songs take shape through a natural back-and-forth between the two, allowing ideas to grow without forcing direction.

Lyrically, The L.I.F.E. Project moves beyond standard themes, focusing on real-world topics. Their material draws from history, social issues, and broader cultural tensions, tackling ideas like empowerment, resistance, and societal pressure while staying anchored in a heavy framework.

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Launching in mid-July.

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“It’s a rockin’ dismalia record for rocking dismal times!” is how Robyn Hitchcock describes his new album. Titled “The Confuser” and planned for release on July 24th, the English musician’s fresh affair – that he also characterizes as a jangle … Continue reading →

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Architects releases long-awaited remixes of ‘Broken Mirror’ and ‘Everything Ends’ was originally published on HM Magazine by Nao Glover.

Today, Architects have released remixes of two fan-favorites. Listeners have long awaited these official remixes after hearing “Everything Ends” as the post-show exit song during Architects’ 2025 tours and teasers of “Broken Mirror” across socials. These remixes feel like a hinge moment, signaling the band’s shift to a heavier momentum and refreshed creative pulse. Additionally, fans can pre-order an exclusive 7” featuring both tracks today. Architects released […]

Architects releases long-awaited remixes of ‘Broken Mirror’ and ‘Everything Ends’ was originally published on HM Magazine by Nao Glover.

British alternative metal stars Bring Me The Horizon have added a new leg of dates to their ‘Ascension Program‘ touring this year. Like the impending spring leg, this fall edition of the tour will once again see gold-certified industrial metalcore band Motionless In White as main support. However, this time around, platinum-certified melodic metalcore band…

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With their new album Projections coming out on May 29, British doom metal outfit Godthrymm shared a new single, titled “The Sun Never Fell”.

The new album is being positioned as the finale to the band’s Visions trilogy, which started back with the release of 2020’s Reflections and was followed up by 2023’s Distortions. Of course, the band’s penchant for doom metal stems from the fact that frontman Hamish Glencross and Shaun Taylor-Steels are former My Dying Bride members.

Speaking of Glencross, he said the new track serves as a reminder of the band’s ability to write huge, plodding doom metal.

“We present ‘The Sun Never Fell’ as our second single from Projections, as it showcases the more grandiose epic sound of the band full of vocal harmonies, layer upon layer of instrumentation and massive riffs. The song strives to shine light through crushing darkness, with hope leading out of despair.”

Projections will be released on May 29 via Profound Lore Records, but you can preorder your copy today.

Projections Track Listing:

1. Trenches Deep [Feat. Adie Bailey and Jay Walsh]
2. Truth In My Own
3. The Sun Never Fell
4. Endure My Skin [Feat. Aaron Stainthorpe]
5. Jewels
6. Hope Is Eternal

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Wolfgang Van Halen is officially keeping the pedal to the floor. The Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist has just announced a fresh slate of U.S. headline dates for his band Mammoth, extending “The End” tour through the summer of 2026.

While already tapped as the primary support for Creed’s massive “Summer of ’99” revival, Wolfgang is carving out his own path with 18 high-intensity shows that prove Mammoth is no longer just a “legacy” curiosity—they are a headlining powerhouse in their own right. From legendary rooms to massive state fairs, the son of Eddie Van Halen is continuing to cement his own name in the rock pantheon.

The Mammoth Summer 2026 Tour:

• The Run: 18 shows across North America, including major headlining dates and Creed support slots.
• Kickoff: July 12 in Edmonton, Alberta, at the Rockin’ Thunder festival.
• The Lineup: Featuring Wolfgang Van Halen, Frank Sidoris (Slash), Jon Jourdan, Garrett Whitlock (Tremonti), and Ronnie Ficarro.
• The Album: The tour supports Mammoth’s third studio effort, The End, recorded at the legendary 5150 studio.
• Special Guests: Supporting acts on select headlining dates include Big Wreck and 10 Years.

Wolfgang Van Halen: Breaking the 5150 Mold

While Wolfgang Van Halen could easily coast on his last name, The End—his third full-length album—proves he is obsessed with evolution. Clocking in at a tight 39 minutes, the 10-track effort was recorded at the iconic 5150 studio with long-time collaborator and producer Michael “Elvis” Baskette.

In keeping with the tradition he started with his 2021 debut, Wolfgang performed every single instrument and vocal track on the studio recording. From the hypnotic grooves of “One Of A Kind” to the infectious hooks of “All In Good Time,” Wolfgang is pushing past the “Mammoth II” era into a more dynamic, aggressive soundscape that has earned him accolades from Rolling Stone to Guitar World.

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Mammoth “The End” Summer 2026 Tour Dates

Wolfgang and his world-class touring unit—which includes members of Slash’s band and Tremonti—will be hitting the following cities this summer. Check the full list below for headlining stops and Creed support dates:

• July 12 – Edmonton, AB – Exhibition Lands Racetrack (w/ Creed)
• July 14 – Winnipeg, MB – Canada Life Center (w/ Creed)
• July 16 – Des Moines, IA – Wooly’s (HEADLINE)
• July 18 – Omaha, NE – The Astro Theater (w/ Big Wreck)
• July 19 – Tinley Park, IL – Summer of ’99 and Beyond Festival (w/ Creed)
• July 22 – Huntsville, AL – Orion Amphitheater (w/ Creed)
• July 24 – Orange Beach, AL – The Wharf Amphitheater (w/ Creed)
• July 25 – Tupelo, MS – Cadence Bank Arena (w/ Creed)
• July 27 – Savannah, GA – Victory North (HEADLINE)
• July 29 – Chattanooga, TN – Barrelhouse Ballroom (HEADLINE)
• July 30 – Raleigh, NC – Lincoln Theatre (HEADLINE)
• Aug 1 – Myrtle Beach, SC – House of Blues (w/ 10 Years)
• Aug 2 – Baltimore, MD – Nevermore Hall (w/ 10 Years)
• Aug 4 – Virginia Beach, VA – Elevation 27 (HEADLINE)
• Aug 5 – Lititz, PA – Mickey’s Black Box (HEADLINE)
• Aug 6 – Albany, NY – Empire Live (HEADLINE)
• Aug 8 – Monroe, MI – Monroe State Fair (w/ Daughtry)

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A Career Without Limits

Since launching Mammoth in 2020, Wolfgang has navigated a meteoric rise that few expected. From opening for Metallica and Foo Fighters to his viral performance of “I’m Just Ken” at the 2024 Academy Awards alongside Ryan Gosling and Slash, Wolfgang has become the ultimate “utility man” of rock. Most recently, he shared the stage with Maynard James Keenan and Chad Smith for Ozzy Osbourne’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, proving that the industry’s heaviest hitters see him as a peer, not just a protégé.

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The Loaded Radio Final Word

Wolfgang Van Halen is arguably the hardest-working man in rock right now. By balancing massive Creed amphitheater dates with intimate headline club shows, he’s building a fanbase the old-fashioned way: by out-playing everyone in the room. The End isn’t just an album title; it feels like the end of any doubt that Mammoth is a premier rock institution. If you haven’t seen this lineup live yet—especially with Frank Sidoris and Garrett Whitlock—you are missing the tightest unit on the road today.

TL;DR:

The Bottom Line Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth has announced 18 new North American tour dates for Summer 2026. The “The End” tour features a mix of headlining shows and support slots for Creed’s “Summer of ’99” run. Tickets and VIP packages are available now at mammoth.band.

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