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This is the debut album by UK doom band Dromos. A 46-minute funeral doom album that consists of three mammoth songs? Yes please. Brought into the world by current/ex-members of Eihort, Final Dose, Mutagenic Host, and more, Dromos deliver a doom metal feast across the massive Failing Light. Failing Light is heavily atmospheric. The music is … Continue reading “Dromos – Failing Light (Review)”

Foo Fighters, The Black Crowes, Nick Cave and dozens more play Spain’s Mad Cool festival in July

And yes, the Bring Me The Verizon joke has already been made.

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Southern California’s post-hardcore stalwarts MOVEMENTS are pleased to announce the September 4 release of their new album Happier Now via Fearless Records. The band has also fired off not one but two new tracks with Dissolve Me and Back in My Ways.

Movements have earned their reputation in the post-hardcore scene with mathy, discordant riffs wrapped in forward-thinking melodies. The band further perfects the formula that has served it so well with Dissolve Me, which features tense and angular riffs wrapped in shimmering, layered vocal harmonies. It’s a hardcore bop that will have the kids in the pit jumping up and down and dancing like no one is watching.

“Dissolve Me, the first track we wrote for this record, set a precedent for our writing process,” explains Miranda. “Nailing the lead single for an album cycle on the first try is a significant accomplishment. It felt like the perfect culmination of energy, emotion, and growth for us sonically. Like much of the record, this song is introspective, and It’s a sort of confession about my own social behaviors and the challenges I face in navigating even the smallest or most ‘normal’ everyday interactions. Those feelings tend to accumulate and worsen over time, to the point where they can become debilitating. Sometimes it feels like the only remedy would be to slam my head into a wall.”

But rather, the band members channel those frustrations into their music!

Movements have also served up a moody and melancholic volley with Back In My Ways. It’s a master class in slow burn sonic storytelling. The tinny riffs and evenly-delivered vocals steadily escalate through to the final third of the song. That’s when the track absolutely erupts in a torrent of riffs and a rush of emotive vocals. Back In My Ways hits you in all of the post-hardcore feels. Ultimately, Back in My Ways was a grower for the band, and one that harks back to the band’s earlier sounds.

“Back in My Ways was a track that I kinda hated at first,” offers Miranda. “I think there was part of me that was hesitant to want to slip back into the ‘sadder’ side of our music. Sometimes the early versions of the songs we write don’t hit right away, but over time it’s become one of my favorite tracks on the record. This song is a slow burn in more ways than one, and it’s really special.”

Most recently, Movements toured Australia nationally supporting Pierce The Veil on their sold out arena run.

Happier Now Track Listing:
01. Pulse
02. Dissolve Me
03. Everything Is Fine
04. Happier Now
05. Flowerbed
06. Back in My Ways
07. Spellbound
08. Ill at Ease
09. Live by the Sword
10. Everyone I’ve Ever Been
11. Fragile Hands
12. Separate

DISSOLVE ME – OUT NOW
https://ffm.to/movementsdissolveme

BACK IN MY WAYS – OUT NOW
https://ffm.to/movementsbackinmyways

HAPPIER NOW – OUT SEPTEMBER 8
https://ffm.to/movementshappiernow

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With seemingly constant personnel issues, the band leader wound up recording in a heavy coat with the hood pulled up, and his keyboards facing the wall

The Only Way by Greg Lake , J.S.B Bach and ELP I Talk To The Wind by Peter Sinfield , Greg Lake, Ian Mcdonald, Michael Giles, Robert Fripp.

CHAPTER III – In Memory of Greg Lake | Live at La Claque (Genoa, Italy) | 29 March 2026 A new chapter begins. With Chapter III, the journey transforms — from the cosmic dimension of “The Sound of the Spheres” to a more intimate and human space. This part of the concert is dedicated to the memory of Greg Lake, whose voice and music continue to resonate through time. Recorded live at La Claque, Genoa (Italy) on 29 March 2026. Paola Tagliaferro La Compagnia Dell’Es A tribute with respect and gratitude.

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Two tracks were performed by each pair.

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US power-pop legends Enuff Z’Nuff and Sunset Strip icons Pretty Boy Floyd have teamed up for a double assault on Australia this November with the ‘RU PRETTY ENUFF’ Tour. A full-blown celebration of hooks, hairspray, melody and unapologetic rock ’n’ roll excess.

For fans raised on MTV after dark, battered cassette tapes and choruses bigger than their hair, this tour is pure old school rawk brought roaring back to life.

Still led by the unmistakable songwriting and melodic power that made them stand out the first time around, Enuff Z’Nuff remain one of the great cult bands of the glam and power-pop era. Tracks like Fly High Michelle and New Thing still hit with the same swagger and soul decades later, proving why the band’s influence has stretched far beyond many of their peers.

Joining them are Hollywood sleaze merchants Pretty Boy Floyd, a band who fully embody the wild spirit of the Sunset Strip’s golden era. Loud, flashy and proudly over-the-top, their shows remain packed with the kind of riffs, hooks and attitude that made them underground favourites in the first place.

In 2026 it’s important to note that this isn’t just a nostalgia run. Both bands continue to release new material, with the upcoming Australian dates mixing classic anthems alongside newer songs that still carry the same spirit they always did.

Joining the tour nationally are a stack of Australian XMusic acts carrying the torch on home soil, making each night feel more like a full scene celebration than just another tour.

Big riffs. Big choruses. Big hair.
Exactly how it should be.

Thursday, Nov 5: The Lion Arts Factory, Adelaide
with Audio Reign

Friday Nov 6: Prince Bandroom, Melbourne
with Karly Jewell & Poizon’Us

Saturday, Nov 7: The Underground, Sydney
with Wicked Things & Wayward Kings

Sunday, Nov 8: Soapbox Beer, Brisbane
with Snakebite Whisky, Tailor Made Rejects, Slythr & Runt

VIP Tickets on Sale Monday, May 11
General Tickets Wednesday, May 13
Fans Will Also Be Able To Gain Access To Pre Tour Limited Edition Merch

All available from
xmusic.au/tours

VIP Tickets Include:
ONE Ticket Entry to selected Show
Meet & Greet with BOTH Bands (at same time)
Special Limited Edition YOUR SHOW T Shirt
Tote Bag
VIP Lanyard
Postcards for Both Bands to get signed
Sound Check with local act
Pre Doors access for Merch

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Australian country superstar Wade Forster has today unveiled THE AFTERMATH headline tour to mark the announcement of his upcoming third album, which is set for release on Friday 14 August via Community Music. Preorder/presave HERE.

The Aftermath Tour, with special guests The Wet Whistles and Piper Butcher, will commence on Thursday 22 October at Perth’s Astor Theatre, followed by Friday 30 October at Sydney’s Metro Theatre, Friday 13 November at Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane, then on to Hindley St. Music Hall in Adelaide on Friday 20 November and concluding on Saturday 21 November at Forum, Melbourne.

An artist presale will commence on Tuesday 12 May at 10am, concluding on Wednesday 13 May at 10am.

Mastercard cardholders have special access to presale tickets. Mastercard Presale starts Tuesday 12 May at 10am and ends Wednesday 13 May at 10am. Plus, Preferred ticket access to some of the best tickets is available from Wednesday 13 May at 11am. Check out priceless.com/music for details.

The Live Nation presale runs for 24 hours from Tuesday 12 May at 10am or until allocation is exhausted. To purchase presale tickets, sign up now at livenation.com.au/register.

General tickets go on sale on Wednesday 13 May at 11am.

All times are local.

For tickets and further information head to livenation.com.au.

Wade Forster is one of country music’s most exciting voices, with anticipation high for his forthcoming third long-player. The Golden Guitar award-winning singer, songwriter and guitarist played sell-out shows across his 2025 Australian tour, and has garnered a huge following in the US, playing countless shows to a passionate fanbase, with dedicated stateside touring since 2024.

Wade Forster said today, “Australia is my home, it’s a part of who I am. To be able to do a tour like this is something very special, not just for me and my crew but for the fans and everyone who have support me along the way. 

The Aftermath picks up exactly where his 2025 sophomore release Gooseneck Party left off: the fire’s out, the dust has settled, and the long drive home has begun.

“The Aftermath is the perfect album for the Sunday scaries. After a big night on the town or even a Gooseneck Party. I write a lot of music on my own, so I will probably have another one for you real soon.”

Wade has shared the first taste of this new record with the anthemic single ‘Strange’.

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British blues-rock artist Joanne Shaw Taylor has announced her new studio album The Trouble With Love, produced by Kevin Shirley, set for release October 23rd via Journeyman Records.

On The Trouble With Love, Joanne dives headfirst into the beautiful chaos of the human heart. Blending blues, rock, and soul-soaked pop, the album explores the many forms love takes in our lives: the reckless kind that sweeps you off your feet, the quiet kind that steadies you, the kind that breaks you open, and the kind that puts you back together.

The album is available to pre-order on CD, 180 Gram LP (Dusty Rose colour) and digital.

To mark the announcement, Joanne has shared the album’s latest single, “This Is Who I Am,” a soul-baring reinterpretation of Celeste’s song about acceptance, self-love, and being seen clearly. The original version was hand-picked for the spy thriller TV series “The Day of the Jackal.” “Kevin brought this cover of Celeste’s beautiful song to the table,” Joanne shares. “It’s such a beautifully written track, for me about acceptance and self-love. I hope we’ve done it justice.”

With lines like “Only you may ever see me true” and “No lie, I’m no less / This is who I am,” the song becomes a deeply personal statement in Joanne’s hands, carried by her expressive vocals and stunningly passionate guitar solo. She lets the song unfold with quiet strength, turning it into a moment of clarity and self-recognition at the centre of the album.

“This Is Who I Am” follows a run of singles that have steadily opened the door into the world of Trouble With Love. The fiery title track, “The Trouble With Love,” featuring Joe Bonamassa captures the push and pull of love in all its intensity, while “What Good Is My Love?” featuring Orianthi explores the pain of love that is not returned. “Hell Or High Water” brings a defiant blues-gospel charge to the fight for resilience and self-belief. Together, the songs point toward one of Joanne’s most emotionally direct and musically expansive albums yet.

The album also builds on the momentum of Joanne’s critically acclaimed Black & Gold, which drew widespread praise upon its release. Classic Rock awarded the album a 9/10 rating, while Powerplay Magazine highlighted its “pop appeal and smoothness.” Guitarist Magazine noted that it “reinforces Joanne’s place in the firmament of today’s brightest stars,” and American Blues Scene called it “a deeply personal experience, showcasing the depth of Joanne’s artistry.” Together with the Black & Gold (Deluxe Edition) and a run of acoustic reinterpretations, the album marked a defining chapter in Joanne’s career and set the stage for this next creative era.

The announcement arrives amid another busy touring season for Joanne. Following her spring U.S. headline tour and upcoming European festival dates, she will hit the road this summer for a new run of U.S. dates beginning June 27th at the San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival, with additional stops across the Northeast, Midwest, and beyond. Known for her commanding stage presence, fiery guitar work, and emotionally immersive performances, Joanne continues to captivate audiences with a set that blends new material with fan favourites from across her catalogue.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: www.joanneshawtaylor.com/tour.

Spring Europe Tour Dates
May 23 – Peer, BE – Blues Peer Festival
May 24 – Schöppingen, DE – International Blues Festival Schöppingen
May 25 – Raalte, NL – Ribs & Blues Festival
May 27 – Hannover, DE – Pavillon Hannover
May 28 – Nuremberg, DE – Lowensaal
May 29 – Eindhoven, NL – BRIDGE Guitar Festival Eindhoven

2026 U.S. Tour Dates
June 27 – San Jose, CA – San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival
July 8 – Old Saybrook, CT – The Kate
July 9 – Newport, RI – The JPT Film & Event Center
July 12 – Kingston, NY – Assembly – Kingston
July 22 – Milwaukee, WI – The Argo
July 25 – Fargo, ND – Fargo Blues Festival
July 26 – Omaha, NE – Slowdown
July 30 – Minneapolis, MN – The Parkway Theater
July 31 – Sioux Falls, SD – Levitt Shell Sioux Falls
August 14 – Portland, ME – Aura
August 15 – Salisbury, MA – Blue Ocean Music Hall
August 16 – Laconia, NH – Colonial Theatre
August 19 – Lexington, MA – Cary Hall
August 20 – Norfolk, CT – Infinity Music Hall Norfolk
August 21 – Buffalo, NY – Electric City
September 10 – Paw Paw, MI – Warner Vineyards
September 11 – Dayton, OH – Levitt Pavilion Dayton
September 12 – Louisville, KY – Mercury Ballroom

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