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Our reviewer Charlotte caught up with Lee Jennings, the “fearless leader” of The Funeral Portrait, ahead of their show in Manchester. They delved deep into the emotional core of the band, their eclectic musical inspirations, and why theatre and subversion drive everything they do. To start with a big one for potential fans of the … Continue reading Interview: The Funeral Portrait frontman Lee Jennings talks devotion, emo influences, and hometown triumphs

Jack Osbourne recollects two emotional moments from the epic Back to the Beginning concert. Continue reading…

Tribute sets to System Of A Down, Linkin Park, Disturbed, Chevelle and Sevendust will also be featured at select shows.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DISTANT Announce New Album Into Despair Out November 6 via Century Media Records

New Single “All Will Be (N)One” Featuring Ricky Myers of Suffocation Available Now

Dutch/Slovak deathcore force DISTANT have announced their new full-length album Into Despair , set for release November 6, 2026 via Century Media Records. Alongside the announcement, the band has dropped the first single, “All Will Be (N)One,” featuring Ricky Myers of death metal legends Suffocation.
The track hits like a concrete wall and then lingers in the aftermath. “All Will Be (N)One” drags listeners through a bleak, atmospheric descent centered on humanity’s fear of death and the slow, unavoidable collapse of time itself. Crushing deathcore intensity collides with haunting melodic passages, building a suffocating sense of dread before snapping into raw, unfiltered aggression.
Ricky Myers brings an unmistakable weight to the track, pushing its message deeper into darkness and reinforcing the central idea behind the song, that nothing escapes the end, and everything eventually returns to nothing.
Stylistically, DISTANT continue to sharpen their blend of cinematic heaviness and emotional extremity, but Into Despair signals a shift in focus. This time, the storytelling is not fictional. It is personal.
Across the album, the band steps away from conceptual narratives and turns inward, pulling directly from lived experience, grief, loss, hardship, and the long road of resilience that follows.
The band comments:


“Into Despair is the most honest music we’ve ever written. Every song comes from something we’ve lived through. Instead of hiding behind stories or concepts, we wanted to write about real emotions and real experiences. This album became a way for us to process grief and pain, but also a reminder that these are things everyone carries in one form or another.”


That honesty runs through every layer of the record. Into Despair is not just heavy in sound, it is heavy in meaning. It turns personal suffering into something shared, something listeners can recognize in their own lives. It is catharsis turned into amplification.
For fans of Spite , Lorna Shore , and Slaughter to Prevail , DISTANT continue to stand in the upper tier of modern deathcore, but Into Despair pushes further into emotional territory than ever before.
With a reputation built on cinematic brutality and unrelenting intensity, DISTANT now channel that force into something more vulnerable, more human, and arguably more dangerous because of it.
Check out the video: 

Into Despair

Out November 6, 2026 via Century Media Records
New Single

“All Will Be (N)One” featuring Ricky Myers of Suffocation
Available now on all streaming platforms: https://distantofficial.com/pages/presave
Production Credits

Mix & Master: Nouri Yetgin, Roelof Klop
Management

Self-managed

   Connect with the band: 
https://linktr.ee/DistantOfficial
https://distantofficial.com/
https://www.instagram.com/distantofficial/
https://www.facebook.com/DistantOfficial
https://twitter.com/distantnl
https://distantofficial.com/pages/epk
Contact: Distantbandnl@gmail.com

The DJs are fighting. Following recent beefs with Travis Scott and Diplo, John Summit called out Pete Tong earlier this week for allegedly stealing his unreleased remix of “Missing” by Everything But The Girl, but Tong retaliated with receipts today.

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The Dead Daisies reunited with Glenn Hughes for a one-off performance on May 30, 2026, at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, Illinois. Performing under the The Purple Daisies name, the lineup featured Hughes handling vocals and bass alongside guitarist Doug Aldrich, guitarist David Lowy, and drummer Tommy Clufetos.

The show was split into two distinct sets. The first focused on 10 songs from The Dead Daisies‘ catalog, while the second turned its attention to a selection of classic Deep Purple material.

The response to the sold-out concert has now led to another appearance from The Purple Daisies. The band will return on October 2, 2026, for a second performance at The Canyon Club in Agoura Hills, California.

Fans attending the California date can expect the same format that made the Illinois show such a success, opening with The Dead Daisies material before shifting into a set built around songs made famous by Deep Purple.

The collaboration between Hughes and The Dead Daisies drew strong reactions from both fans and media, with attendees traveling from different parts of the world to catch the St. Charles performance. Interest in seeing the project return quickly grew after the concert.

“This wasn’t something we planned,” says Lowy. “The response from fans after the Arcada show was incredible. We had so many people asking if we’d do it again, so we’re excited to bring The Purple Daisies to Los Angeles for one more unforgettable night.”

Professionally filmed footage from the St. Charles show has also been released, featuring three songs from The Dead Daisies alongside three Deep Purple classics.

Doug Aldrich‘s guitar work, Tommy Clufetos‘s powerful drumming, and David Lowy‘s stage presence helped shape a performance that celebrated both The Dead Daisies‘ own material and the music that inspired them. The concert brought together the chemistry of experienced musicians with a set that balanced modern hard rock and classic influences.

Among the highlights are Deep Purple favorites “Burn”, “Highway Star”, and “Mistreated”, giving fans who missed the live event a chance to experience part of a performance that left a lasting impression on those who were there.

Glenn Hughes left The Dead Daisies in May 2023 after spending four years with the band. His departure opened the door for the return of John Corabi, marking Corabi’s second stint with The Dead Daisies after first joining in 2015 before making way for Hughes four years later.

Tickets for the show can be purchased here.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CRUCIAL VELOCITY UNLEASH THIRD SINGLE “THE HARVEST” FEATURING OPETH GUITARIST FREDRIK ÅKESSON

Classic metal veterans Crucial Velocity are set to release their brand new single, “The Harvest,” the third chapter in their unfolding trilogy of high impact modern metal storytelling. The track features legendary Opeth guitarist Fredrik Åkesson, bringing a cinematic edge and progressive firepower to the band’s most ambitious release yet.
“The Harvest” will be released worldwide on July 31, 2026 via Golden Robot Records distribution, with the official music video premiering the same day. Directed by acclaimed visual creator Wayne Joyner (Tremonti, Alter Bridge, Dream Theater), the video promises a stunning sci-fi experience that perfectly complements the song’s cinematic scope.
Stream the previous single, “Martyr’s Blood,” here:
https://orcd.co/martyrs-blood
A TRILOGY TAKING SHAPE

“The Harvest” marks the latest chapter in a conceptual trilogy that began with “Mortal Fallacy,” which has already surpassed 340,000 YouTube views , and continued with “Martyr’s Blood,” featuring Voivod guitarist Dan Mongrain.
Each release has expanded Crucial Velocity’s sound while staying rooted in the band’s identity, blending classic heavy metal power with modern production, technical musicianship, and cinematic storytelling.
GUEST ARTIST POWER AND BAND LINEUP

“The Harvest” features soaring intro and outro guitar performances from Fredrik Åkesson, adding a widescreen progressive dimension to the track’s already massive sound.
The band’s lineup delivers on every level:
Androo O’Hearn – Lead vocals and harmonies
Nate Bauer – Songwriter, guitars, and bass
Michael Harris – Technical precision and melodic lead guitar
Matt Thompson – Thunderous, world-class drums
SCI-FI STORYLINE

“The Harvest” takes Crucial Velocity into bold conceptual territory. The song follows a science fiction narrative centered on an alien civilization draining Earth’s resources and harvesting humanity in a desperate attempt to save its own dying world. Heavy, cinematic, and intensely atmospheric, the track feels like the soundtrack to the end of civilization itself.
EVOLUTION OF A MODERN METAL FORCE

Crucial Velocity continues to evolve while honoring the foundations of classic metal. With each release, the band pushes deeper into ambitious storytelling, elite musicianship, and larger-than-life production without sacrificing the raw power that defines their sound.
“The Harvest” stands as the band’s most ambitious statement to date, seamlessly blending sci-fi grandeur with old school metal muscle and modern precision.
Release Date: July 31, 2026
Label/Distribution: Golden Robot Records
PRESS CONTACT: zach@metaldevastationradio.com

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https://crucial-velocity.com/ 
https://www.instagram.com/natebauermusic/
https://www.facebook.com/nate.bauer.12
Contact: mrnatebauer@gmail.com

If you’ve been hungering for some down-home, real-life, foot-stomping, hand-clapping blues music, then throw on Chris O’Leary’s brand new album, Blue Collar, and hang on. But before we get into the tasty musical spread cooking on this recording, allow me to tell you a little bit about the artist.

Chris O’Leary was born and raised in Mount Vernon, New York. As a youngster, his dad pointed him in the direction of the blues by introducing him to Muddy Waters, and since then he’s become a lifelong blues lover, taking up the harmonica at age 10. He’s a genuine songwriter, soulful vocalist, and phenomenal harmonica player. O’Leary is a U.S. Marine combat veteran who served seven years, including time during Desert Storm (thank you for your service), and a former federal law enforcement officer (thank you again for your service). I’m guessing that a fair amount of his songwriting is drawn from experiences during those times. He’s an award-nominated artist who has shared the stage with, or recorded alongside, the likes of Levon Helm (he was a member of Helm’s band), Hubert Sumlin, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Albert Lee, Jeff Healey, Jimmy Vivino, and James Cotton. He has taken his often humorous and honest performances all over the world.

Chris O’Leary has said this about his own songwriting: “I write what I know. That’s pretty much how I’ve always approached things.” I think that very quote is evidenced by listening to his songs.

Blue Collar is a collection of 11 quality tunes where no filler exists. Each song is well done, and those who contributed to the recording can be proud of what they’ve created. That includes Chris O’Leary, all of the outstanding, truly impressive musicians, and those involved in the recording, mixing, and mastering process. Bob Margolin and Lil’ Ed Williams, among others, make guest appearances on the album.

The opening track is a humorous, but honestly truthful, tune called “Bad Decisions.” I, for one, can vouch for the lyrics here: “Sometimes the best stories start with bad decisions.” How about you? I bet while you’re listening you’ll be thinking of one of your own bad decisions that made for a whale of a story later on. There’s some great picking here and some of that fine blues harmonica work by O’Leary.

Track four, a great little tune about one of my favorite things in life, is “One More Cup of Coffee.” It features some classic slide work by Lil’ Ed Williams of Lil’ Ed and the Blues Imperials. If you’re going to keep the beat with this one, you may need a cup or two of that high-octane, get-up-and-go juice. Chris O’Leary sings, “Give me one more cup of coffee.” If one cup is good, then two are better. Just grab ahold and hang on. This one is cooking.

“Justice Must Be Blind” is full of humor that mirrors a lot of real life. I can’t help thinking about Jerry Reed’s classic 1982 hit, “She Got the Goldmine (I Got the Shaft),” when I listen to this one. O’Leary sings about the judge in a divorce case and the way he splits the assets of a couple. “He said, nah, it’s gonna be a square deal. I’ll give you both a set of wheels. You’ll get the Schwinn (a bicycle); she’ll get the brand new Chevy.” Sounds like a fair deal, right? I almost guarantee you’ll be laughing along as you listen.

Track 10 on Blue Collar, “How’d I Ever Get Along,” is another comical, but sometimes true, reflection on that special person who co-occupies your humble abode. It’s the person you can never seem to satisfy. O’Leary sings sarcastically, “How did I ever get along without you; telling me what to do? I folded laundry, cleaned my kitchen; even mowed my own front lawn. I guess I didn’t know, I was doing it all wrong.” Aside from the great slow-blues vibe here, there is some solid musicianship on display in this song.

I absolutely love it when I get the opportunity to review a recording that is so impressive from start to finish, and Blue Collar is one of those rare jewels. The songwriting, musicianship, vocals, and arrangements are all exceptional.

If you get a chance to go out and catch Chris O’Leary live take that opportunity. He has performed all over the world and has tour dates scheduled from July through September of this year in the U.S. I would also suggest checking his social media for more details.

I will surely be looking forward to his next project.

The Review: 9.5/10

Can’t Miss Tracks

– Bad Decisions
– One More Cup Of Coffee
– Justice Must Be Blind
– How’d I Ever Get Along

The Big Hit

– Bad Decisions

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Lorna Shore have released a new video for “War Machine”, offering fans a behind-the-scenes look at the band’s 2026 touring cycle. The footage was captured during the group’s recent European headlining run alongside Whitechapel, Shadow Of Intent, and Humanity’s Last Breath.

The video was directed by Nicholas Chance, with additional camera work provided by Daniel Hill. Drone footage was filmed by Tom and Milford of Bad Wolf Horizon.

At the same time, the band has launched a new line of merchandise featuring fresh designs, available exclusively through the band’s official website.

Beginning July 14, Lorna Shore will head back out on the road as direct support for the Motionless In White: The Sweat and Blood Tour. Later this year, the deathcore outfit will also take their headline show across Asia, Australia, and New Zealand.

“War Machine” appears on I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me, Lorna Shore‘s fifth full-length album, released through Century Media Records. The record arrived three years after Pain Remains and earned recognition as one of the standout metal releases of 2025 from Kerrang!, Metal Hammer, and Loudwire. It further strengthens the band’s standing among the leading names in modern extreme metal.

The current lineup features vocalist Will Ramos, lead guitarist Adam De Micco, drummer Austin Archey, rhythm guitarist Andrew O’Connor, and bassist Michael Yager. Over the past few years, Lorna Shore have built a massive audience through viral success on Spotify, hundreds of millions of streams, and sold-out tours around the world. Their blend of technical precision, crushing heaviness, and constant musical evolution has helped establish them as one of the defining acts in contemporary deathcore.

I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me is available now across digital platforms, CD, and several limited-edition vinyl variants.

Lorna Shore brought Will Ramos into the band in 2021 following the departure of former vocalist CJ McCreery. Before joining the group, Ramos was known for his work with Monument Of A Memory and A Wake In Providence.

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