Formed in 1991, the Muffs centered around vocalist and guitarist Kim Shattuck, alongside bassist Ronnie Barnett and drummer Criss Crass. Shattuck had previously played in The Pandoras, bringing experience and a sharp songwriting voice into the new project. The group quickly became known for combining aggressive guitar work with tightly constructed pop melodies, a sound that set them apart within the Los Angeles punk scene. Their early recordings led to a contract with Warner Bros. Records, and in 1993 they released their self titled debut album The Muffs. The record introduced a fast, hook driven style anchored by Shattuck’s distinct
Acclaimed South African singer-songwriter Steve Louw returns with a powerful new single, ‘Across The River‘, offering listeners a deeply evocative preview of his forthcoming album, ‘Traces of the Flood‘, set for release on May 15th, 2026. Released Friday, April 10th, the new single is available on all streaming platforms – here. Pre-order the new album […]
PEACEVILLE ANNOUNCE NEWLY REMASTERED CD EDITIONS OF THREE ICONIC AT THE GATES ALBUMS SET FOR RELEASE ON 22ND MAY
THE RED IN THE SKY IS OURS, WITH FEAR I KISS THE BURNING DARKNESS& TERMINAL SPIRIT DISEASE
ALL REMASTERED BY THE LEGENDARY DAN SWANÖ AT UNISOUND STUDIOS
Three landmark releases from Swedish melodic death metal pioneers At The Gates are set to return on 22nd May with newly remastered CD editions, bringing together a crucial era in the band’s groundbreaking early catalogue. Spanning their formative trilogy, these reissues capture the evolution of a band that helped define the Gothenburg sound and reshape extreme metal in the early 1990s.
This trio of reissues begins with their 1992 debut, ‘The Red in the Sky Is Ours’, a raw and innovative statement of intent originally released via Peaceville’s Deaf imprint. Emerging from the ashes of the band Grotesque, At The Gates introduced a uniquely intricate and brutal sound, elevated by unexpected elements such as violin arrangements. Widely regarded as a genre classic, the album’s intensity and originality – highlighted by standout tracks like ‘Kingdom Gone’ – set the blueprint for what would follow.
Their 1993 follow-up, ‘With Fear I Kiss the Burning Darkness’, marked a significant progression in both ambition and execution. Recorded at the legendary Sunlight Studios and produced by Tomas Skogsberg, the album expanded the band’s sonic palette with complex melodic structures, philosophical lyricism, and subtle black metal influences. A defining release for many longtime fans, it also features a guest appearance by Matti Kärki of Dismember.
Completing the set is 1994’s ‘Terminal Spirit Disease’, the band’s third album and a pivotal moment in their artistic development. Showcasing a more streamlined and immediate songwriting approach, the album balances aggression with accessibility, paving the way for the refined direction later heard on ‘Slaughter of the Soul’. Its dynamic and memorable compositions further cemented At The Gates’ status as leaders of the European death metal movement.
Formed in Gothenburg in 1990, At The Gates quickly rose through the ranks of the burgeoning Scandinavian death metal scene, forging a style that fused technical precision, melodic complexity, and uncompromising aggression. Across four influential studio albums before their initial split in 1996, the band established a legacy that would continue long after their reformation in 2007, both on stage and in the studio, until the recent passing of iconic vocalist Tomas Lindberg.
PEACEVILLE ANNOUNCE NEWLY REMASTERED CD EDITIONS OF THREE ICONIC AT THE GATES ALBUMS SET FOR RELEASE ON 22ND MAY
THE RED IN THE SKY IS OURS, WITH FEAR I KISS THE BURNING DARKNESS& TERMINAL SPIRIT DISEASE
ALL REMASTERED BY THE LEGENDARY DAN SWANÖ AT UNISOUND STUDIOS
Three landmark releases from Swedish melodic death metal pioneers At The Gates are set to return on 22nd May with newly remastered CD editions, bringing together a crucial era in the band’s groundbreaking early catalogue. Spanning their formative trilogy, these reissues capture the evolution of a band that helped define the Gothenburg sound and reshape extreme metal in the early 1990s.
This trio of reissues begins with their 1992 debut, ‘The Red in the Sky Is Ours’, a raw and innovative statement of intent originally released via Peaceville’s Deaf imprint. Emerging from the ashes of the band Grotesque, At The Gates introduced a uniquely intricate and brutal sound, elevated by unexpected elements such as violin arrangements. Widely regarded as a genre classic, the album’s intensity and originality – highlighted by standout tracks like ‘Kingdom Gone’ – set the blueprint for what would follow.
Their 1993 follow-up, ‘With Fear I Kiss the Burning Darkness’, marked a significant progression in both ambition and execution. Recorded at the legendary Sunlight Studios and produced by Tomas Skogsberg, the album expanded the band’s sonic palette with complex melodic structures, philosophical lyricism, and subtle black metal influences. A defining release for many longtime fans, it also features a guest appearance by Matti Kärki of Dismember.
Completing the set is 1994’s ‘Terminal Spirit Disease’, the band’s third album and a pivotal moment in their artistic development. Showcasing a more streamlined and immediate songwriting approach, the album balances aggression with accessibility, paving the way for the refined direction later heard on ‘Slaughter of the Soul’. Its dynamic and memorable compositions further cemented At The Gates’ status as leaders of the European death metal movement.
Formed in Gothenburg in 1990, At The Gates quickly rose through the ranks of the burgeoning Scandinavian death metal scene, forging a style that fused technical precision, melodic complexity, and uncompromising aggression. Across four influential studio albums before their initial split in 1996, the band established a legacy that would continue long after their reformation in 2007, both on stage and in the studio, until the recent passing of iconic vocalist Tomas Lindberg.
South Arcade have released a new song, and it shows exactly why they are heading towards a huge headline show at Brixton Academy next year.
It’s called ‘SUPERMAN’, and it finds the band in real fighting spirit, pushing and pulling at expectations and delivering plenty of knockout blows. A sugary-sweet yet wonderfully vulnerable melody, drawing more from funky R&B than anything else, swiftly builds into an all-out cacophony of bruising bass and crushing riffs.
It’s an absolutely sensational move from the band, building on the foundations they have already laid whilst still offering up plenty of surprises and pit-spinning intent at the same time.
The band had this to say about what the track means to them, stating, “SUPERMAN is about being pushed past breaking point. All patience has tapped out, and you put the song on as your rage anthem. We found it funny how the verses are so chill, then it just suddenly goes crazy, which kind of summed up the feelings we wanted. When you’re sick of being the one who always holds it together, and something has pushed you over the edge.”
As mentioned, the band will be taking over London’s iconic Brixton Academy early next year. February 27 to be exact. They announced the show whilst on stage at the O2, serving as support for 5 Seconds Of Summer.
Tickets for the show are on sale right now.
The band had this to say about the announcement, exclaiming, “We can’t quite believe we’re saying it but we’re so excited we can announce our crazy plan to headline Brixton O2 Academy! It’s such a cool venue and one we’ve seen so many amazing bands in so to be able to step onto that stage still doesn’t quite make sense to us! Now we just need to find some more huge spray cans…”
South Arcade are on the cover of Rock Sound right now as one of our Stars of 2026. In a new interview, vocalist Harmony Cavelle and bass guitarist Ollie Green reflect on the key moments of 2025 and their ambitious plans for another 12 months of mayhem.
Off the back of their sold-out concert at London’s Islington Garage on Saturday April 11th, and winning the “Young Artist of the Year” award for the second year in a row at the UK Blues Awards 2026, Kent blues rock trio The Zac Schulze Gang are pleased to announce their 2027 UK Headline Tour which […]
Emerging UK hard rock outfit Death Warmed Up are primed to breakout with the release of their blistering debut album ‘Wildcard‘, arriving Friday 17th April. The band have also just released their electrifying new single ‘Inside My Mind‘. Listen to the single – here Formed in 2023 and hailing from Nottingham, England, Death Warmed Up deliver loud, […]
Enter Shikari have just dropped their brand new album in full out of the blue, the follow-up to 2022’s ‘A kiss for the whole world’.
They revealed the drop at their incredibly intimate show at Manchester’s Satan’s Hollow last night (April 09), nearly 20 years to the day since they last performed there. The set included old-school classics such as ‘Labyrinth’ and ‘Juggernauts’, as well as rare shows of rabble-rousers such as ‘The Paddington Frisk’ and ‘Quelle Surprise’. They also unveiled new track ‘Find Out The Hard Way’, the first taste of what to expect from ‘Lose Your Self’.
A beautifully considered piece of pop sensability and rousing sentiment, it’s a marker of what the album as a whole is trying to convey. From the stark admissions of ‘Dead In The Water’ to the vital truth-telling of ‘it’s OK’, it’s a record that speaks to the confusing, frustrating and unpredictable state of things right now, and refuses to hide away from it. A collection of songs that reminds you that you aren’t alone in your struggle, and that, as always, we are so much better suited as a collective, it’s the perfect album for the unknown of today.
Vocalist Rou Reynolds had this to say about the record and the reasoning for releasing it in this manner:
“We’re delighted to present ‘Lose Your Self,’ and give people the chance to hear a Shikari record like never before – as a cohesive whole.
We want people to go on a proper journey with this album, and see where it takes them.
No lead up, no singles, and no explanation. Forcing the listener to actually listen, without being drip-fed ideas out of context, or spoon-fed explanations.
We simply present it all, for the listener to immerse themself in.
Releasing in this way was also a decision to not be distracted by chart races, or accolades and “things”.
We got the No.1 album on our last record. This is simply about the music being presented in a natural way.
Despite turning out to be one of our darkest and heaviest albums to date, it also preaches hope and offers answers.
Shikari will always offer hope, because without hope there is no action. We’ll just always offer it with a dose of realism.”
So, here we go, time to dive in.
The band have also announced that they will be playing a string of additional tiny release shows. Tickets for these shows will be available from April 15 from right here.
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23 – LIVERPOOL Cavern 24 – KINGSTON Fighting Cocks 25 – LONDON Signature Brew
If you can’t make it to one of them, the band will be making their way around the UK later this year with support coming from Holding Absence and The Callous Daoboys. Here are those dates.
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03 – HAMBURG Sporthalle 04 – MUNICH Zenith 05 – LEIPZIG Haus Auensee 06 – DUSSELDORF Mitsubishi Electric Hall 07 – BERLIN Columbiahalle 10 – BRUSSELS Forest National 11 – TILBURG 013 13 – NOTTINGHAM Motorpoint Arena 14 – CARDIFF Utilita Arena 15 – HULL Connexin Live 18 – GLASGOW Hydro 19 – MANCHESTER Co-op Live 20 – LONDON Alexandra Palace 21 – LONDON Alexandra Palace
International power metal band Asterise released a new single ‘Fractal‘ on April 10th 2026. ‘Fractal‘ is an almost six‑minute track featuring extensive lead guitar work and epic vocals. The song marks the first collaboration with Herbie Langhans (Avantasia) on vocals and Ronny Milianowicz (Shadowquest) on drums. A playthrough video accompanys the release, offering a closer look […]
