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Starved of Light Unleashes Crushing New Single “Cut Into Moonlight”

Atlanta Melodic Technical Death Metal Force Returns With Another Devastating Anthem Produced by Josh Curl at True Fiction Audio
ATLANTA, GA – Atlanta’s rising melodic technical death metal outfit Starved of Light continues its relentless ascent with the release of their brand-new single, “Cut Into Moonlight,” available now on all major streaming platforms. Following the critical underground response to their debut album Into Early Mourning on Dark Sails Entertainment, the band returns with another emotionally charged and technically blistering offering that pushes their sound even further into the darkness.
🎧 Stream “Cut Into Moonlight” Now:
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Produced, mixed, and mastered by Josh Curl at True Fiction Audio , “Cut Into Moonlight” showcases Starved of Light’s signature blend of razor-sharp musicianship, punishing riffs, soaring melodies, and unrelenting aggression. The new single explores themes of loss, isolation, and the struggle to find meaning in the shadows, delivering a powerful listening experience that balances technical precision with raw emotional weight.
Fans of The Black Dahlia Murder , Job for a Cowboy , and Revocation will find plenty to love as Starved of Light continues forging its own identity within the modern extreme metal landscape.
About Starved of Light

Formed in late 2024, Starved of Light brings together four veterans of Atlanta’s extreme metal scene:
Tim Jones (vocals) – Leaf Blower, All American Organ Grinder
Josh Kerston (guitars) – Burning Palace, Abattoir
Robbie Cook (drums) – All American Organ Grinder, Abattoir
Elliott Stotler (bass) – Coat Hanger Abortion, Abattoir
Drawing from years of experience in the underground, the band combines melodic intensity, technical mastery, and emotionally driven songwriting into a sound that is both ferocious and unforgettable.
What’s Next

With “Cut Into Moonlight” now streaming worldwide, Starved of Light is preparing to bring its devastating live performance to audiences while continuing work on new material. Fans can expect more music, videos, and live announcements in the months ahead as the band continues building momentum.
For interviews, review requests, promo materials, or additional information, contact:
Zach Moonshine
Metal Devastation PR
zach@metaldevastationradio.com
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Three decades after recording his take on “Without You”, Steelheart frontman Miljenko Matijevic has finally decided the time is right to release it.

The song, originally recorded in 1996, remained in the vault while other versions of the Badfinger classic found worldwide success. That same year, Mariah Carey‘s rendition topped the charts in more than a dozen countries, spent two weeks at No. 1 on the European Hot 100, and finished as the seventh best-selling single of the year in the U.K. At the time, Matijevic had already established himself with Steelheart through songs like “She’s Gone” and “I’ll Never Let You Go (Angel Eyes)”, but chose to hold back his own recording.

Now available, Steelheart‘s version of “Without You” features a 40-piece orchestra and what Matijevic describes as “the most emotional vocal he’s ever captured on tape.”

The release follows the band’s Steelheart 30 campaign, marking 30 years since Steelheart‘s self-titled debut arrived on July 10, 1990. The album sold 33,000 copies on its first day in Japan, eventually earned platinum certification, and reached No. 40 on the Billboard 200.

Meanwhile, the band’s signature ballad “She’s Gone” spent 17 weeks at No. 1 on international charts and has now surpassed 278 million streams on Spotify. The track also recently received a 30th-anniversary orchestral video, available on YouTube.

“Without You” was written by Pete Ham and Tom Evans of Badfinger and first appeared on the band’s 1970 album No Dice. The song later became a major hit through versions by Harry Nilsson, Air Supply, and Mariah Carey. Matijevic’s recording now gives fans the interpretation he completed nearly 30 years ago.

The release also continues a busy period for Steelheart, which has included Steelheart 30, featuring re-recordings, remixes, and orchestral versions of the band’s music, as well as a limited pressing of 500 signed and numbered vinyl copies. More recently, Matijevic teamed up with Tesla vocalist Jeff Keith for a cover of Foghat‘s “I Just Wanna Make Love To You”.

Born in Zagreb, Croatia, Matijevic moved to the United States at the age of six and has remained a recognizable voice in hard rock for more than 30 years. Beyond leading Steelheart, he provided the singing voice for Mark Wahlberg‘s character in the film “Rock Star” and later performed with The Doors, sharing the stage with Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger. His career continued after recovering from the serious injuries he suffered during a 1992 stage accident.

Looking ahead, Matijevic is also preparing a new original hard rock project with Niclas Englin of The Halo Effect and former In Flames guitarist. More details are expected to be announced during 2026.

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Featuring a 40-piece orchestra and a powerful vocal performance from frontman Miljenko Matijevic

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This is the second album from US death metallers Thætas. Across 31 minutes of bone-crushing death metal The Irredeemable Age stomps and rages its way into the world. Brought to us by members of Asystole, Buckshot Facelift, and Reeking Aura, Thætas dish out the punishment in no uncertain terms. Thætas offer up a compelling mix … Continue reading “Thætas – The Irredeemable Age (Review)”

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This was my tenth year attending Tons of Rock Festival in Norway, and it is always one of my favourite trips of the year. For the first few years, the festival took place in an actual fortress atop a hill in Halden, but more recently it has been located in Ekebergsletta in Oslo. The festival … Continue reading Festival Review: Tons Of Rock 2026 Day 1 – Oslo, Norway (24th June 2026)

And they’re back with Ferret Music.

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Fiona Apple hasn’t been too absent recently. The elusive singer-songwriter co-wrote a track on Cara Delevingne’s upcoming debut album, and she released a new song for the Anya Taylor-Joy miniseries Lucky. Now, she shared an update on her music, saying she’s struggling to write about the world’s “endless barrage of horrors.”

The post Fiona Apple Says She’s Struggling To Write About The World’s “Endless Barrage Of Horrors” appeared first on Stereogum.

As the countdown to Catton Park continues, we are keeping our eyes firmly on the exceptional talent rising up through the underground. Today, we catch up with Scotland Metal 2 The Masses winners Chekhov’s Gun to discuss narrative principles, ballroom dancing, and their upcoming appearance on the Stowford Press New Blood Stage. Catch them on … Continue reading Road To Bloodstock 2026: Chekhov’s Gun

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LucyVivor Unleashes Powerful New Single “The Thirteenth Gate” Out July 13, 2026

Independent UK Alt-Metal Artist Transforms Personal Battles Into A Cinematic Anthem Of Survival, Hope, And Resilience
Release Date: July 13, 2026 
Genre: Alternative Metal, Progressive Metal
For Fans Of: Spiritbox, Bring Me The Horizon, President
Emerging UK alternative/progressive metal artist LucyVivor is set to release the emotionally charged new single “The Thirteenth Gate” on July 13, 2026 , an atmospheric and deeply personal journey through fear, uncertainty, and the strength to keep moving forward when life offers no clear answers.
Forged from lived experience, The Thirteenth Gate blends cinematic soundscapes, crushing modern metal riffs, haunting melodies, and emotionally driven vocals into a powerful anthem of perseverance. Inspired by LucyVivor’s experience living with the rare genetic condition Von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) disease , along with anxiety, grief, and the uncertainty of an unpredictable future, the song explores the emotional weight of navigating life’s darkest moments while refusing to surrender hope.
Built around the idea that survival is not about having all the answers, but finding the courage to keep walking despite the unknown, The Thirteenth Gate speaks to anyone facing illness, loss, mental health struggles, or the everyday fears that come with growing older and confronting an uncertain future.
The song captures a lingering sense of unease through cinematic verses before erupting into soaring choruses that balance vulnerability with determination. Fans of Linkin Park, Bad Omens, Motionless In White, Poppy, Spiritbox, and Bring Me The Horizon will find themselves at home within LucyVivor’s emotionally immersive sound.
Describing the meaning behind the single, LucyVivor explains:


“I never write songs with the expectation that they’ll change the world, I write them because they’re how I survive the difficult moments in my own life. The Thirteenth Gate came from a very real place of fear, uncertainty and learning to keep walking forward when you can’t see what’s ahead. If someone hears this song and it helps them find the strength to face whatever they’re going through, even for a moment, then I know it was meant to exist.”


Known for creating music that refuses to hide from difficult emotions, LucyVivor channels deeply personal experiences into songs that resonate with listeners searching for strength, healing, and understanding.
With the motto “Heavy Is Her Name,” LucyVivor has built an identity around fearless creativity and emotional honesty. An LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent artist from the United Kingdom, every release serves as both a survival story and an invitation for others to find courage in their own battles.
Produced, co-written, mixed, and mastered by Jim White , The Thirteenth Gate delivers polished modern production while preserving the raw emotional intensity at its core.
Whether confronting chronic illness, anxiety, grief, or the uncertainty that comes with simply being human, The Thirteenth Gate reminds listeners that courage isn’t the absence of fear. It’s choosing to keep moving despite it.
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Release Information

Artist: LucyVivor
Single: The Thirteenth Gate
Release Date: July 13, 2026
Genre: Alternative Metal / Progressive Metal
Label: Independent
Management: Independent
Production Credits

Producer / Co-Writer / Mixing / Mastering: Jim White
For Fans Of

Spiritbox • Bring Me The Horizon • President
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Email: zach@metaldevastationradio.com

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Contact: lucyvivormusic@gmail.com