American psychedelic groove metal upstarts EverFelt are preparing to unleash their most immersive statement yet with the release of their new album, Stirring to Wake, which was released on December 15, 2025. Thick with hypnotic riffs, swirling atmospheres, and a dark melodic pull, the album channels the spirit of rock’s ancestors while carving a bold, modern path forward.

Drawing influence from the brooding weight of Tool, the haunting harmonies of Alice In Chains, the doom-laced swagger of Black Sabbath, and the mind-expanding mystique of The Doors, EverFelt deliver a sound that feels both familiar and dangerously fresh. Stirring to Wake doesn’t simply nod to these influences—it absorbs them, reshapes them, and pushes them into deeper, heavier territory.

Formed in the summer of 2022, EverFelt is driven by the haunting vocals and introspective lyricism of Adam Steglich, the expressive and textured guitar work of Corey Robinson, the powerful low-end foundation of Ryan Moore on bass, and the dynamic pulse and color of Danny Furlong on percussion. While their roots span everything from Audioslave and Pink Floyd to Slayer, the band’s identity stands firmly on its own—an intoxicating mix of psychedelic textures, groove-driven heaviness, and melodies that linger long after the final note fades.

With Stirring to Wake, EverFelt deepen their commitment to music that resonates beyond the surface. These are songs meant to sink in slowly, blur the edges, and stay with you. It’s an album built not just to be heard, but to be felt—music that crawls under the skin and refuses to let go.

“Music is the cornerstone of our existence,” the band shares. “With Stirring to Wake, we wanted to capture the haze, the heaviness, and the emotion that lives at the core of who we are—and leave a mark on anyone willing to take the journey with us.”

The album was engineered by Shelby Preklas of Loud and Clear Studio, who helped bring clarity, weight, and atmosphere to EverFelt’s evolving sonic vision, striking a balance between raw power and expansive depth.

EverFelt are ready to rise, ready to shake the dust off the underground, and ready to pull listeners fully into the world they’ve been building since day one. Stirring to Wake is not just the next chapter—it’s the moment the band fully comes alive.

Album: Stirring to Wake

Artist: EverFelt

Release Date: December 15, 2025

Genre: Psychedelic Groove Metal

For fans of heavy music with depth, darkness, and soul—this is a trip worth taking.

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STAIND ANNOUNCE  BREAK THE CYCLE 25TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

FEATURING SEETHER WITH SPECIAL GUESTS

HOOBSTANK AND HINDER

 

Tickets Available Starting February 4 at 10 a.m. Local via Presales; General On Sale Begins Friday, February 6 at 10 a.m. Local at LiveNation.com

 

Multi-platinum rock band Staind announce their highly anticipated Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour, celebrating the groundbreaking album that cemented their place in rock history. The 25 date trek will feature Seether as direct support, with special guests Hoobastank and Hinder as openers, bringing together four defining forces of modern rock for one massive run this fall.

Produced by Live Nation, the Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour will kick off in September and make stops across major amphitheaters and arenas in the U.S. and Canada, concluding in Dallas, TX.

Formed in 1995 Staind recorded and released eight studio albums with their most notable being in 2001 with Break The Cycle, an RIAA certified 5 times platinum album that produced a top-five Billboard Hot  100 with their massive hit “It’s Been Awhile.” The single was one of the most played songs in modern rock radio history spending 20 weeks at number 1. Several of their other hits also topped the Billboard 200 including “Fade”, “For You”, “Prince to Pay”, “So Far Away” and “Right Here”.  In 2019, after a five year hiatus, STAIND reunited for unforgettable festival performances and a hometown reunion show that was recorded for the album Live : It’s Been Awhile. The band has been called one of the defining bands of the post Grunge movement securing awards including Billboard Music Awards the MTV Video Music Awards among others.

Staind founding member, Aaron Lewis, shared, “25 years later to be touring, celebrating this album and bringing our music to our fans near and far is something really special. I’m looking forward to going out with these guys. It’s like one big family reunion!”

Staind guitarist, Mike Mushok said, “Hard to believe it’s been 25 years. I look back on those times as one of the highlights of my career and feel very fortunate to still be doing this.  I look forward to hitting the road and celebrating with good friends what was a career defining album for us. I hope you can join us on this celebration.”

TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting with Artist and Citi presales beginning Wednesday, February 4 at 10 a.m. local time. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on sale beginning Friday, February 6 at 10 a.m. local time at LiveNation.com. Additional information about the tour, additional dates and information about the band can be found on staindofficial.com

PRESALE: Citi is the official card of the Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Wednesday, February 4 at 10 a.m. local time until Thursday, February 5 at 10 p.m. local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details, visit www.citientertainment.com.

 

STAIND is comprised of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Aaron Lewis, lead guitarist Mike Mushok, bassist and backing vocalist Johnny April, and drummer Sal Giancarelli. The band was formed in 1995 in their hometown of Springfield, Massachusetts. Over the course of their career, the band has released seven studio albums and eight Top 10 singles, selling over 15 million albums worldwide. Their most notable album Break The Cycle, released in 2001, an RIAA certified 5x platinum, featured the anthemic single, “It’s Been Awhile,” one of the most played songs in modern rock radio history, spending 20 weeks at Number 1. In 2019 after a five-year hiatus, STAIND reunited for some unforgettable festival performances, and a hometown reunion show that was recorded for the album Live: It’s Been Awhile. In September 2023, STAIND released their eighth studio album and first in twelve years, Confessions Of The Fallen, which reached #1 on Billboard’s Active Rock Album chart. The debut single from the album, “Lowest In Me”,and the second single, “Here and Now”, both reached #1 on the Active Rock Chart. One year later in September 2024, STAIND digitally released Confessions Of The Fallen (Deluxe) that contained three additional songs including “Better Days feat. DOROTHY”, a radio version of the album track, and “Full of Emptiness”. Staind returned to the studio in 2025 to start work on their eighth studio album. In 2026, Staind will support the 25th anniversary for Break The Cycle with a massive Live Nation US Tour with support from Hoobastank, and Hinder.

 

BREAK THE CYCLE 25TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR DATES:

+ Tour dates with Seether as direct support, and special guests Hoobastank, and Hinder as openers.

* This tour date features Staind, Seether, and Hinder only.

# Tour date with P.O.D. as the opener

& Support TBD

^ Not a Live Nation date

~ Festival date

Thu May 07 | Daytona Beach, FL | Daytona International Speedway ~ ^

Sat May 09 | Biloxi, MS | Mississippi Coast Coliseum ~

Sun May 10 | Dothan, AL | Dothan Civic Center

Fri May 15 | Columbus, OH | Historic Crew Stadium ~ ^

Sat May 16 | St. Louis, MO | Venue TBA ~

Sun Jul 26 | Anderson, SC | Anderson Sports & Entertainment Center ~ ^

Tue Sep 08 | Atlanta, GA | Lakewood Amphitheatre +

Thu Sep 10 | Charlotte, NC | Truliant Amphitheater +

Fri Sep 11 | Raleigh, NC | Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek +

Sun Sep 13 | Virginia Beach, VA | Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater +

Mon Sep 14 | Wantagh, NY | Northwell at Jones Beach Theater +

Wed Sep 16 | Camden, NJ | Freedom Mortgage Pavilion +

Fri Sep 18 | Mansfield, MA | Xfinity Center +

Sat Sep 19 | Darien Center, NY | Darien Lake Amphitheater +

Mon Sep 21 | Toronto, ON | RBC Amphitheatre +

Wed Sep 23 | Tinley Park, IL | Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre *

Thu Sep 24 | Shakopee, MN | Mystic Lake Amphitheater  +

Sat Sep 26 | Noblesville, IN | Ruoff Music Center +

Sun Sep 27 | Clarkston, MI | Pine Knob Music Theatre +

Tue Sep 29 | Franklin, TN | FirstBank Amphitheater +

Thu Oct 01 | Ridgedale, MO | Thunder Ridge Nature Arena +

Sat Oct 03 | Thackerville, OK | Lucas Oil Live & ^

Wed Oct 07 | Salt Lake City, UT | Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre +

Fri Oct 09 | Wheatland, CA | Toyota Amphitheatre +

Sat Oct 10 | Ontario, CA | Toyota Arena +

Tue Oct 13 | Phoenix, AZ | Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre +

Wed Oct 14 | Albuquerque, NM | Isleta Amphitheater +

Fri Oct 16 | Tulsa, OK | BOK Center +

Sat Oct 17 | Houston, TX | The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Sponsored by Huntsman+

Mon Oct 19 | Austin, TX | Moody Center +

 

 

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5 Bands with the Craziest Lore was originally published on HM Magazine by Nao Glover.

Cullen and Mason are joined by their friends Jeremy Gould from The Rumors are True Podcast, Daniel Terry of DFT’s Dungeon, and Kylan Savage from Church Jams Now to discuss the bands, All Saved Freak Band, Fela Kuti, Zwan, Les Rallizes Dénudés, and Dissection, all who have the craziest lore. What band do you think has […]

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Textures have shared their long-awaited new album today, Genotype, alongside a new video for the track ‘Measuring The Heavens’. Coinciding with the album release is Textures’ European tour with progressive metallers Jinjer, kicking off today in Cologne. Speaking on the new video in no uncertain terms, Stef Broks from the band shared –
 
“A big part of songwriting is to tease the listener to a climax as long possible. In this case, we’re building up tension for 6 minutes to finally kick you in the nuts and leaves you naked in the desert with your calculator still in hand. Measuring The Heavens may not be for mortals.”

WATCH THE NEW VIDEO FOR ‘MEASURING THE HEAVENS’
Credits:
Music and lyrics by TEXTURES
Lyric video production by Remko Tielemans
Additional liquid footage by Dan Cristian Păduret

Serving as the conceptual counterpart to 2016’s acclaimed Phenotype, Genotype is not a continuation but a rebirth. For nearly a decade, fans speculated about its existence, but what arrives now is not a relic of unfinished ideas – it’s something entirely new, written from scratch and self-produced. Genotype distils the essence of TEXTURES’ DNA into eight new songs, mixed by Forrester Savell (Karnivool, Dead Letter Circus). Lyrically, the album speaks to the unheard – introverts, outsiders, and those navigating internal worlds that often go unseen, standing as an ode to authenticity and resilience.

GENOTYPE COKE BOTTLE GREEN SPLATTER VINYL LP + WHITE AND BLUE MARBLE VINYL IN GATEFOLD SLEEVE WITH PRINTED LYRIC INSERT

GENOTYPE CLASSIC BLACK VINYL LP WITH PRINTED INSERT AND CD DIGIPAK

TEXTURES have built a passionate global following over this time. In India, they rose to headline festivals and perform for thousands of devoted fans. In Europe, they became a staple at major events such as Hellfest, Wacken Open Air, Graspop Metal Meeting and Brutal Assault. Their electrifying performances cemented their reputation as one of progressive metal’s most unmissable live acts – and now, they are set to reclaim that stage on the upcoming European Tour supporting Jinjer, that runs from January till March 2026.

TEXTURES – Genotype
 
Void – 3:49
At The Edge Of Winter – 6:42
Measuring The Heavens – 6:51
Nautical Dusk – 5:35
Vanishing Twin – 5:49
Closer To The Unknown – 4:08
A Seat For The Like-Minded – 5:01
Walls of the Soul – 7:52

PURCHASE THE NEW ALBUM GENOTYPE, OUT NOW

TEXTURES have built a passionate global following over this time. In India, they rose to headline festivals and perform for thousands of devoted fans. In Europe, they became a staple at major events such as Hellfest, Wacken Open Air, Graspop Metal Meeting and Brutal Assault. Their electrifying performances cemented their reputation as one of progressive metal’s most unmissable live acts – and now, they are set to reclaim that stage on the upcoming European Tour supporting Jinjer, that runs from January till March 2026.

“It’s a milestone for us to go out on this extensive 5,5-week tour across Europe with Jinjer and Unprocessed. Let’s meet up!” – Stef Broks

TEXTURES TOUR DATES
January 23, 2026 – Cologne – Palladium – Germany
January 24, 2026 – Tilburg – 013 – Netherlands
January 25, 2026 – Brussels – Ancienne Belgique – Belgium
January 27, 2026 – Glasgow – SWG3 – Scotland
January 28, 2026 – Dublin – Olympia – Ireland
January 29, 2026 – Manchester – O2 Ritz – England
January 30, 2026 – Birmingham – O2 Institute – England
January 31, 2026 – London – O2 Kentish Town Forum – England
February 2, 2026 – Paris – L’Olympia – France
February 3, 2026 – Lyon – Le Transbordeur – France
February 4, 2026 – Toulouse – Le Bikini – France
February 6, 2026 – Lisbon – Lav – Portugal
February 7, 2026 – Madrid – Wagon – Spain
February 8, 2026 – Bilbao – Santana 27 – Spain
February 10, 2026 – Trezzo Sull’Adda – Live Club – Italy
February 11, 2026 – Zürich – X-Tra – Switzerland
February 12, 2026 – Stuttgart – LKA Longhorn – Germany
February 13, 2026 – Wiesbaden – Schlachthof – Germany
February 14, 2026 – München – Tonhalle – Germany
February 16, 2026 – Budapest – Barba Negra – Hungary
February 17, 2026 – Vienna – Gasometer – Austria
February 19, 2026 – Prague – Sasazu – Czech Republic
February 20, 2026 – Leipzig – Felsenkeller – Germany
February 21, 2026 – Berlin – Astra – Germany
February 22, 2026 – Warsaw – Progresja – Poland
February 24, 2026 – Helsinki – Kulttuuritalo – Finland
February 25, 2026 – Tampere – Tavara Asema – Finland
February 27, 2026 – Stockholm – Fallan – Sweden
February 28, 2026 – Oslo – Sentrum Scene – Norway
March 1, 2026 – Copenhagen – Amager Bio – Denmark
March 2, 2026 – Hamburg – Große Freiheit 36 – Germany

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TEXTURES is:
Daniël de Jongh – Vocals
Bart Hennephof – Guitars
Joe Tal – Guitars
Remko Tielemans – Bass
Uri Dijk – Keyboards
Stef Broks – Drums

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Good Day Noir Family,
Ben Heyworth’s “Image of Roads” opens with a sly rhythmic pulse that hints at mystery.

Image of Roads is Ben Heyworth’s Single Out Now

The groove moves with a careful, almost teasing gait, and while it feels slightly shadowed, it never signals exactly where the song will land.

Curiosity takes over early. The track doesn’t rush; it takes its time, letting the mood settle before revealing its shape.

As the arrangement develops, the song grows step by step. The verses keep things restrained, holding back melody and harmony with intention. However, when the chorus arrives, the track opens up in a way that feels earned. The harmony expands, yet it avoids easy hooks. That choice works in the song’s favor, because it shows Heyworth’s strong instinct for composition rather than chasing quick impact. Also, the contrast between the reserved refrain and the broader chorus adds depth without breaking cohesion.

Sonically, there’s a clear thread of classic rock running through the track. Still, it doesn’t feel retro for the sake of nostalgia. That influence gives the song weight and character. The atmosphere leans toward the nocturnal, yet there’s also something desert-like in its openness, as if the music stretches into wide, empty spaces. That dual feeling creates tension, which keeps the listener engaged.

What stands out further is how the song occasionally pauses. These moments feel deliberate, almost like signposts marking the start of a new chapter. Then the rhythm returns, slightly altered, pushing the track forward again. Because of this structure, the song seems to exist in its own limbo, suspended between motion and stillness. While many tracks aim for constant momentum, this one finds strength in restraint.

Heyworth’s songwriting shines through subtle decisions rather than flashy gestures. The melody lingers because it quietly stays with you. By the end, the track leaves a clear impression of an artist with real vision and control. For listeners who appreciate songs that reveal themselves gradually, “Image of Roads” offers a rewarding experience and marks Ben Heyworth as a talent well worth following.

Image of Roads is Ben Heyworth’s Single Out Now!

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Ben Heyworth has a long history of making music in Manchester, UK. He was the songwriting force behind the hotly tipped band Minorplanet in the early ’00s and then went on to release two beautiful and experimental electronic pop albums under the name “This Morning Call” in 2010 – 2014, released on the Swedish “Substream” indie label. From May 2025, he is excited to be releasing brand new material under his own name – expect acoustic “urban folk”, indie rock bangers, chill-out post-party relaxers and even the odd country song. New music expected throughout 2026/7.

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“‘Indifferent’ is about reliance turning into absence. The quiet shock of realizing that the person you lean on is no longer there emotionally” explains vocalist and frontman Joel Ekelöf. “Carried by the fantastic Atlantis string quartet, the song lets tension and restraint speak louder than anger. Connection carries risk, but it’s worth the attempt” adds founding member and drummer Martin Lopez.

Reliance will be released this Friday on January 16. Available as a CD, 12” Vinyl Album in Black & colour variants, digital formats & special D2C products & bundles. Pre-orders: https://lnk.to/SoenReliance

Watch the previously released videos ‘Primal’, ‘Mercenary’ & ‘Discordia’ here: • SOEN – RELIANCE
‘Primal’ & ‘Mercenary’ videos by Freakshot Film, ‘Discordia’ video by Linda Florin

Dancer: Oxana Panchenko
Director & Producer & Editor: Paul M Green
Camera Operator: Gwyn Hemmings
Executive Producer: Silver Lining Music
Choreographer: Joss Carter (YOUR WORST NIGHTMARE)
Producer: VANITAS
Prosthetics makeup designer & artist, costume designer: Begoña Fernández Martín (BBsFX)
Key prosthetics makeup assistant: Jojo Davies
Prosthetics makeup assistants (trainees): Varvara Zabezhinskaya, Juno Crowther
Workshop assistant (for BBsFX): Varvara Zabezhinskaya
Runner: Jason Christopher Ludwig

Soen is a Swedish progressive metal band formed in 2010. The group consists of vocalist Joel Ekelöf, guitarist Cody Lee Ford, bassist Stefan Stenberg, drummer Martin Lopez and keyboardist Lars Åhlund. They are currently signed to Silver Lining and have released seven studio albums.

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Benidorm will host the second edition of the Dark City Fest on May 29 and 30, 2026, a festival dedicated to the darker and gothic sounds, taking place at Sala Penélope. The event promises to bring together fans of gothic rock, post‑punk, industrial, and dark wave, featuring a lineup that combines legendary acts with emerging international talent.

Headlining the festival are Finnish band The 69 Eyes, known for their goth ’n’ roll style that mixes classic rock riffs with dark atmospheres and horror-inspired lyrics. Also performing are Turkish duo She Past Away, key figures in contemporary post-punk and dark wave, whose minimal and melancholic sound has won audiences worldwide.

From Canada, Front Line Assembly will bring their pioneering electro-industrial and EBM sound, with decades of experience creating dense, powerful electronic textures. Spanish veteran Ana Curra, known for her time with the iconic band Parálisis Permanente and a key figure in the Movida Madrileña, will also perform, showcasing her influential career in post-punk and Spanish gothic rock.

The festival isn’t limited to live concerts: there will also be DJ sets and electronic sessions, offering a full experience for fans of the dark culture in all its forms. Under the motto “Holidays in the Sun”, Dark City Fest 2026 combines the Mediterranean atmosphere of Benidorm.

Buy tickets: https://mutick.com/e/entradas-dark-city-fest-benidorm-2026

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The post‑punk duo Edges, made up of Nick Ruvalcaba and Cristina Sardón, is back on the scene with a new single titled “One Bad Move”, officially released on January 16, 2026. The song marks another step in the band’s sonic evolution, combining urgent guitars, enveloping synthesizers, hardcore energy, and the vocal duality that defines the project.

Since its beginnings in Los Angeles as Nick’s solo project, Edges has developed a sound that blends post‑punk, shoegaze, darkwave, and hardcore, bringing that energy to Europe since 2019. Cristina’s addition in 2023 enhanced the band’s expressiveness, providing vocals that contrast and complement Nick’s intensity, establishing Edges as a duo capable of balancing emotion and urgency.

In One Bad Move, Edges explore the tension of indecision and the fear that a single mistake can change everything, with a production defined by nervous riffs, subtle electronic textures, and vocal interplay that conveys introspection and drama. The track captures the band’s essence: emotional intensity, dense atmospheres, and a post‑punk and hardcore pulse that never lets up.

“It’s a song about the fear of messing up, about feeling that a single move could change everything. We wanted that to be heard in every chord and every word,” the duo comments about the single.

The single is now available on Bandcamp, Apple Music, and other streaming platforms.

LISTEN TO THE SONG: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0f2Erd4P3Bl0ZUfI5grfVU?si=gRx86wpOR-ig-mnVpPhzBQ

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  The Band Of Holy Joy: celebrating their 40 years of recordings (Part 4) In this concluding part, Martin Gray re-evaluates the Band Of Holy Joy’s most exemplary series of recordings yet, after having signed to Tiny Global Productions, their current label, and expresses total wonder (and indeed joy!) that the group continue to mine […]

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On January 2, 2026, the darkwave/post‑punk scene received an unexpected gift: The Spoiled, the Italian project led by Giovanni Santolla, and Swedish artist aux animaux (Gözde Düzer) joined forces to release the single “Immacolata”, a collaboration that blends the best of both worlds.

Immacolata fuses the hypnotic nocturnal energy of The Spoiled with the sinister atmosphere of aux animaux. From the very first seconds, the listener is immersed in a dark and enveloping soundscape, where deep basslines, hypnotic synthesizers, and precise percussion merge with dramatic, evocative vocals, creating an unforgettable sonic journey.

The song represents a meeting point between two of the most interesting projects in the European dark scene:

The Spoiled has built a reputation since 2015 by combining post‑punk, darkwave, and industrial elements. Their latest album, Living Ghosts (2025), explored themes of loss, guilt, and introspection, establishing Giovanni Santolla as a unique creative force in the European underground.

Aux Animaux , meanwhile, has stood out with her darkwave and hauntwave work, incorporating synths, theremin, and a visual aesthetic that reflects her commitment to animal rights and sonic experimentation. Singles such as Lost Souls and Night have already demonstrated her ability to create dense, cinematic atmospheres.

The collaboration on Immacolata merges these worlds to deliver a hypnotic and dark track, ideal for fans of industrial post‑punk as well as lovers of modern darkwave. The song has been available since its release on Apple Music, Bandcamp, and other streaming platforms. (music.apple.com)

Both projects also have upcoming concerts you won’t want to miss:

The Spoiled will perform alongside Dark Ways on February 1, 2026, at Tenax, Italy.

Aux Animaux will play in Madrid on February 5, 2026, sharing the stage with Edges and Potochkine at the Vampires Spain Festival.

Buy tickets for shows here: 

The Spoiled: https://www.songkick.com/es/concerts/42966129-darkways-at-tenax

Vampires Spain Festival: https://www.mobydickclub.com/vampiresfestival5febrero2026.php

Listen to ‘Immacolata’: https://open.spotify.com/album/42WgvHuJiEh3J1I5Z40TKQ?si=Qg7GBnuZQQK_60nXriDc5g

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