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A grizzly performance.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MK Music USA Founder Nolan Hodges Announces Retirement After 23 Years in the Music Industry

Nolan Hodges is officially closing the curtain on a 23-year run in the music industry, announcing his retirement and final celebration show set to coincide with his 50th birthday.
After more than two decades of relentless work across booking, artist development, management, and live event production, Hodges is stepping away with one final sendoff that reflects the same spirit that defined his career: loud, real, and built for the stage.
From early days booking cover bands to helping develop original acts and ultimately evolving into full-scale artist management, the journey of MK Music USA has spanned every corner of the independent music world. Over the years, the company has secured 8 independent record deals, contributed to a major motion picture soundtrack and film sync placement, and booked more than 3,000 live shows.
Hodges’ career has placed him backstage, on the road, and in the trenches of the industry, sharing moments with artists and professionals across every level of the business. From eating dinner backstage with Shinedown at Sturgis to touring alongside acts such as Powerman 5000, the ride has been defined by both grit and gratitude. Along the way, he built lasting relationships with industry figures including managers like Jeff Hanson (Creed, Paramore, Alter Bridge, Sevendust, Saving Abel) and Grammy-winning producer Malcolm Springer.
“There’s been a lot of highs, a lot of lessons, and a lot of friendships that will last forever,” Hodges said, reflecting on his career. “I wouldn’t trade it for anything.”
Now, he is choosing to go out the way he came in: with a full-volume celebration. The final event will take place as a beachside summer blowout, marking both his 50th birthday and his official retirement from the industry.
In true sendoff fashion, Hodges will also be giving back to fans and attendees in a big way. Five brand new iPads will be randomly given away to patrons during the event.
The lineup for the night includes:
Scotty Austin (formerly of Saving Abel)
The Almas
Lowerline
NVSN
Lanidae
Event Details:
When: Saturday, August 15th
Where: The Sanctuary Biloxi, MS
Doors: 7:00 PM
Tickets: $25 advance / $35 day of show
All Ages Event
Tickets available here:
https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/mk-music-usa-llc/Nolan50Bday
Or via QR code at official event promotions.
After 23 years, thousands of shows, and a lifetime of stories, Nolan Hodges is not fading out quietly. He is signing off the only way that makes sense: one last night, full volume, on the beach, surrounded by music, friends, and the community he helped build.
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“This is not my autobiography, although it does have some memoir type material and stories. This book is about staying curious and creative”: that’s how Michael Shrieve describes a book he first issued electronically and, just recently, as a physical … Continue reading →

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Greek modern metal force SCAR OF THE SUN are set to return to the European stage this May. Joining Japanese samurai metal pioneers WHISPERED as direct support, SCAR OF THE SUN will also share the stage with TORCHIA and CEREMONY for a relentless run of shows across Germany, Denmark, Switzerland, Belgium, the Czech Republic, and Poland.

Known for their crushing blend of atmospheric heaviness, metalcore intensity, and djent-driven precision, SCAR OF THE SUN continue to push the boundaries of modern metal with a sound that is both cinematic and devastatingly aggressive. Formed in London in the late ‘00s and now based in Athens, Greece, the band has steadily evolved into one of Europe’s most distinctive heavy acts.

The Return of the Shogunate tour will see SCAR OF THE SUN bring their explosive live performance to audiences across ten cities, delivering material from across their acclaimed catalog.

“Return of the Shogunate” European Tour 2026:

22.05.2026 – DE – Berlin – Die Spirale
23.05.2026 – DE – Hamburg – Stellwerk
24.05.2026 – DK – Copenhagen – Stengade
25.05.2026 – DE – Oberhausen – Helvete
26.05.2026 – CH – Aarburg – Musigburg
27.05.2026 – CH – Yverdon – Les Citrons Mosque
28.05.2026 – BE – Kortrijk – Club DVG
29.05.2026 – DE – Leipzig – Hellraiser
30.05.2026 – CZ – Prague – Subzero
31.05.2026 – PL – Krakow – Club Gwarek

Tickets are available HERE. 

About SCAR OF THE SUN:

SCAR OF THE SUN is a Modern Metal band from Athens, Greece. Formed in London in the late ‘00s as a Modern Atmospheric Metal outfit, they progressively evolved and distilled their sound into an eclectic mix of Metalcore and Djent.

Source: C Squared Music

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
THE PHOENIX WITHIN IGNITE NEW ERA WITH SINGLE “MEAT BAGS” AND ANNOUNCE “REIGN OF THE PHOENIX” TOUR
Pre save and stream: https://thephoenixwithin.hearnow.com/meat-bags
NYC-based alternative progressive rock outfit The Phoenix Within return with a searing new single, “Meat Bags,” out April 16, 2026. The track arrives as a raw, confrontational blast of hardcore energy, sharpening the band’s already volatile blend of metal, punk, and emotionally charged alternative rock.
Fronted by Omar Feliciano , and backed by Nick Narlis (bass), John Narlis (guitar), James Narlis (drums), and Steve Khan (drums) , The Phoenix Within continue building a sound that lives in the tension between aggression and vulnerability. Their work has always carried that underdog spirit, but “Meat Bags” leans harder into confrontation, pulling no punches.
Recorded and mastered by Robert Freeman at Audio Pilot Studio (Byram Township, NJ) , the single channels frustration with power structures and resistance into something unfiltered and urgent.


“Meat Bags is about stripping away illusion. It’s about what happens when you stop pretending systems are built for you and start calling things what they are.” – The Phoenix Within
Check out this video: 



FOR FANS OF:

Rage Against the Machine , Knocked Loose , Deftones
The release sets the stage for their upcoming “Reign of the Phoenix” Tour , a relentless run across the East Coast and Midwest, bringing the band’s volatile live energy directly to the people.

“REIGN OF THE PHOENIX” TOUR DATES

May 15 – The Artemis – Washington, DC
May 16 – Oddfellows Liquor Bar – Cincinnati, OH
May 17 – West Church Social – Newark, OH
May 18 – Hidden Gem – Dayton, OH
May 19 – Cannonball Music Hall – Raleigh, NC
May 20 – Barzarre – Wilmington, NC
May 21 – Club 27 – Asheville, NC
May 22 – Cult Classic Brewing – Stevensville, MD
May 23 – Tompkins Square Park – New York, NY
May 24 – Taffeta Music Hall – Lowell, MA

Produced independently and driven by grassroots momentum, the tour is being coordinated by Distilled Entertainment , continuing the band’s reputation for building their own lane without waiting for permission.
The Phoenix Within have already made their mark on major stages including INKcarceration, Blue Ridge Rock Festival, Summit Fest, Launch Music Conference, and Electric City Music Conference. Now, they push forward with even more intensity, leaning into heavier territory while staying rooted in emotional honesty and resilience.
Their sound sits in that sweet spot where chaos meets control, and “Meat Bags” is the latest proof they are not easing up anytime soon.
ABOUT THE PHOENIX WITHIN

The Phoenix Within is an independent NYC-based alternative progressive rock band blending metal, hardcore, and emotionally driven rock into a sound built on resilience and raw honesty. Led by Omar Feliciano, the band continues to evolve through high-energy releases and relentless touring, carving out a reputation for intensity both on record and on stage.

Connect: 
https://thephoenixwithin.hearnow.com/meat-bags
Contact: phoenixwithinrock@gmail.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
VESSEL OF LIGHT RETURNS WITH EXPANDED, REMASTERED SELF-TITLED DEBUT VIA NoLifeTilMetal RECORDS

Featuring Dan Lorenzo ( HADES ) and Nathan Opposition ( Ancient VVisdom )
Radio Impact: May 15, 2026 | Worldwide Release: July 3, 2026
NoLifeTilMetal Records is back in the trenches with a serious one, bringing new life to the long-out-of-print debut from Vessel of Light, the collaborative project led by veteran riff master Dan Lorenzo and vocalist Nathan Opposition. What started as a buried European-only release has now been fully remastered, expanded, and rebuilt for a proper global run in 2026.
This isn’t just a reissue. It’s a resurrection.
The self-titled Vessel of Light debut, originally tracked at Brainchild Studios in Cleveland, now returns louder, heavier, and more focused than ever thanks to a fresh remaster from Rob Colwell, whose credits include work with Nevermore , Flotsam and Jetsam , Helstar , King’s X , and Hades.
Lorenzo and Opposition’s chemistry still hits the same way it did on day one, equal parts grit, doom, melody, and that unmistakable old-school heaviness that refuses to age out.
Dan Lorenzo reflects on how it all started:
“I decided to write about the band in NU’s Steppin’ Out magazine and I mailed Nathan Opposition a copy and an old Hades CD. We started talking, no real plan, no expectations. I wasn’t even really playing much guitar at the time. Then he asked if I wanted to write together and it just happened.”
Nathan Opposition adds:
“It started casually, almost jokingly. Then suddenly riffs were coming in nonstop and lyrics just started pouring out. It clicked fast, no overthinking it.”
What followed was more than a project. It became a catalog of releases including Woodshed , Thy Serpent Rise , and Last Ride , building a cult following in underground heavy music circles. But the debut album remained a hidden piece of history, only previously available in a limited European run.
Now it gets the treatment it always deserved.
THE NEW EDITION INCLUDES:

Four bonus tracks
A cover of Black Sabbath’s Wasp / Behind The Wall Of Sleep
Heavyweight crystal clear vinyl pressing (limited to 200 copies)
Two-sided insert with lyrics, rare photos, and new liner notes from Dan Lorenzo
Full remaster by Rob Colwell
Expanded CD edition with updated packaging
TRACKLIST

Where My Garden Grows
Dead Flesh And Bone
Meant To Be
Descend Into Death
Living Dead To The World
Vessel Of Light
BONUS TRACKS
Torture King
Meet and Bone
Son of Man
Wasp / Behind The Wall Of Sleep
For fans of Danzig, Corrosion of Conformity, Alice in Chains, Black Sabbath, Ancient Wisdom, and Patriarchs in Black, this release hits that sweet spot between doom-laced heaviness and raw, riff-driven rock truth.
NoLifeTilMetal Records sums it up best. They are not just reissuing an album, they are correcting history.
Vessel of Light (Remastered & Expanded) arrives July 3, 2026 worldwide. Radio impact begins May 15, 2026.
This one’s built for speakers turned up too loud.
Check out the first single: 


Connect:
https://www.facebook.com/vesseloflightband/
https://www.instagram.com/vesseloflightmusic/
https://roxxrecords.com/collections/nltm-2019-releases/products/vessel-of-light-vessel-of-light-cd-2026-remastered-and-expanded-copy


Contact: dan@danlorenzo.net

In September 2025, after performing at The Town Festival in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Bruce Dickinson joined with directors Leo Liberti and Antoine de Montremy, to shoot an epic new film to accompany his re-working of the classic track ‘Tears Of The Dragon’, which features on last year’s re-imagined album ‘More Balls To Picasso‘ originally released […]

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Two new tracks and two remixes are included.

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