motko‘s old is a slow-burning alternative rock meditation on one of life’s most unsettling realizations: the fear of becoming emotionally and mentally closed off from the world. Built around weighty guitars, spacious arrangements, and an atmosphere of quiet tension, the track unfolds with remarkable patience, allowing its themes to resonate deeply. Rather than offering easy answers, old embraces discomfort, transforming introspection into something powerful and relatable. The song’s cinematic scope and emotional honesty make it a compelling introduction to motko’s forthcoming debut album home, showcasing a songwriter unafraid to explore the darker corners of self-reflection.
Once upon a time, Arthur Brown contributed two songs to the soundtrack of Roger Vadim’s film “The Game Is Over” – and, exactly sixty years after that, the indomitable artist’s own career is almost played out. At least that’s what … Continue reading →
Rock act MAXILLA has released a new single titled “Spirit In The Flame.” Coinciding with the arrival of the new track, the fast-emerging group has officially signed with CB Entertainment for exclusive artist representation. The new partnership will focus on expanding the band’s reach across touring, marketing, and national exposure as they enter the next phase of their career.
Fronted by vocalist and guitarist MAXILLA, the group blends raw intensity with melodic power to create a high-energy modern rock sound. “Spirit In The Flame” highlights this dynamic approach, serving as the latest addition to their growing catalog as they continue to build momentum and establish their presence within the heavy music landscape.
To support the new single and recent signing, MAXILLA has scheduled two prominent live performances in Cleveland, Ohio, this upcoming July. On July 10, the group will perform at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s outdoor concert series for the “Ladies of Rock” event, sharing the stage with Halestorm frontwoman Lzzy Hale. Shortly after, the band will join Detroit hard rock quintet Eva Under Fire for a special one-off performance on July 16.
Boutique software company MixWave has officially partnered with Covet frontwoman and guitar virtuoso Yvette Young to release a new exclusive signature plugin. The software accurately recreates Young’s specific studio and live setup, functioning as a complete digital rig that includes nine of her preferred effects pedals alongside her chosen amplifier and cabinet combination. Notably, this release marks a significant industry milestone, representing the first time a female guitarist has launched her own dedicated signature plugin.
Widely recognized as a defining voice in modern guitar, Young developed her signature fingerstyle and two-handed tapping techniques from an extensive classical foundation in both piano and violin. The multi-instrumentalist, composer, and visual artist holds a BFA from UCLA and was recently recognized as number 155 on Rolling Stone’s list of the Greatest Guitarists of All Time. Her highly specific playing style, heavily utilized within the math-rock genre, serves as the direct sonic blueprint for the architecture of this new software release.
Founded in 2021, MixWave has built a reputation within the music production industry for creating meticulous, artist-driven software that directly translates specific physical hardware chains into digital formats. Prior to this release, the company has successfully collaborated with prominent rock and metal acts such as Sleep Token and Spiritbox to develop specialized artist suites. The new Yvette Young signature plugin, along with official walkthrough videos detailing the software’s capabilities, is currently available.
Bosnian symphonic metal project Dolia has released a new single and accompanying music video titled “Duet.” The track serves as the second chapter in an ambitious planned trilogy of releases from the group, combining heavy orchestral arrangements with cinematic visual storytelling.
Led by vocalist Sara Vojicic, whose background includes work in rock and metal as well as Croatian musical theatre productions of Les Misérables and Six, the project blends dynamic vocal expressions with grand symphonic soundscapes. Thematically, “Duet” and its surrounding trilogy draw direct inspiration from Slavic mythology, exploring concepts of personal identity and the darker aspects of human nature.
The new single was mixed and mastered by Simon Jovanović, known for his previous production work with artists such as Joe Lynn Turner and Jelusick. To capture the project’s visual narrative, the official music video for “Duet” was directed by filmmaker Tarik Hodžić, recognized for his work on the internationally acclaimed documentary Scream for Me Sarajevo. The new track and its music video are currently available to stream across all major digital platforms.
