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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Brian Moody’s Brian’s Brain Continues Critical Momentum with New Praise from Powerplay Rock & Metal Magazine

Louisville Solo Metal Artist Earns International Recognition as Acclaimed Debut Album Expands Its Reach
Louisville, Kentucky – Independent heavy metal artist Brian Moody continues to build momentum behind his acclaimed debut album, Brian’s Brain , as the release earns another major endorsement, this time from Powerplay Rock & Metal Magazine , one of the UK’s longest-running rock and metal publications.
Following praise from Louisville’s own LEO Weekly , which hailed the album as “fucking astounding,” Brian’s Brain is now receiving international recognition for its ambitious songwriting, powerful musicianship, and modern approach to melodic heavy metal.
In its latest review, Powerplay Rock & Metal Magazine applauds Brian’s Brain for its expansive songwriting and dynamic musical vision. The publication highlights Moody’s ability to craft emotionally charged compositions layered with crushing riffs and progressive textures, drawing comparisons to the sonic complexity of Devin Townsend. Standout tracks including “Driftwood” and “Dead West” are singled out as highlights, with the review describing the album as a fully realized and highly rewarding listening experience with exceptional replay value.
Originally released on November 24, 2023 , Brian’s Brain continues to find new audiences through an ongoing promotional campaign that recently spotlighted the album’s opening track, “Riptide.” The single showcases Moody’s signature blend of classic heavy metal melody, progressive songwriting, and modern production, while earlier campaign favorite “Madness Remains” surpassed the 1,000-stream milestone on Spotify.
Entirely written, performed, and produced by Moody, Brian’s Brain is the product of a true independent artist dedicated to his craft. The album was mixed and mastered by Theodor Borovski at Slaughtered Studio in Moscow, Russia, resulting in a polished production that balances old-school heavy metal spirit with contemporary sonic power.
Fans can stream Brian’s Brain here:
https://push.fm/fl/brians-brain-brian-moody

Moody also offers an in-depth look into the making of the album in his exclusive interview with the Louisville Independent Observer:
https://lio.news/inside-brians-brain-qa-with-louisville-multi-instrumentalist-and-solo-artist-brian-moody/
Album Information

Artist: Brian Moody
Album: Brian’s Brain
Originally Released: November 24, 2023
Genre: Melodic Heavy Metal / Progressive Metal
For Fans Of: Ozzy Osbourne, Mastodon, Gojira, Devin Townsend
Production Credits

Produced by Brian Moody
Mixed & Mastered by Theodor Borovski (Slaughtered Studio, Moscow, Russia)
Management: Independent / Self-Managed
Media Contact

Zach Moonshine
Metal Devastation PR
zach@metaldevastationradio.com
As Brian’s Brain continues to earn recognition from respected music publications on both sides of the Atlantic, Brian Moody’s dedication to authentic, uncompromising heavy metal is paying off. Built entirely through independent determination, powerful songwriting, and relentless promotion, Brian’s Brain continues to prove that great records don’t fade away. They keep finding new listeners, one crushing riff at a time.

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https://push.fm/fl/brians-brain-brian-moody
https://www.instagram.com/briansbrained
Contact: fyrium@gmail.com 

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Gallowglass Scourge Unleashes Crushing Sophomore Album “Carrion” Out Now
Minneapolis/St. Paul melodic death metal veterans deliver a darker, sharper, and more mature evolution of their sound.
The wait is over. Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota melodic death metal outfit Gallowglass Scourge has officially released their highly anticipated sophomore album, “Carrion,” available now as an independent release.
Forged by longtime metal veterans Matt Hamilton and Tom Croxton , best known for their work in the thrash/progressive metal band Domidium, Gallowglass Scourge serves as an outlet for their passion for melodic death metal. On “Carrion,” the duo expands upon the foundation established with their debut album “Silence,” delivering a collection of songs that balances crushing heaviness with haunting melody, emotional depth, and refined songwriting.
Fans of Amorphis , Insomnium , and Paradise Lost will find plenty to sink their teeth into as “Carrion” blends melancholic atmospheres, memorable guitar melodies, thunderous rhythms, and powerful vocals into a dynamic listening experience that captures both aggression and introspection.
Speaking about the new release, the band states:


“The sophomore album of the band showcasing their further development in songwriting in this genre since their first album ‘Silence.’ ”


Produced by Gallowglass Scourge , the album features drums recorded and mixing handled by Zach Letourneau at 14:59 Studios , with mastering by Adam Tucker of Signaturetone , resulting in a polished yet organic production that complements the album’s emotional weight and relentless energy.
With “Carrion,” Gallowglass Scourge demonstrates that experience and passion remain a powerful combination, delivering a melodic death metal album that honors the genre’s traditions while continuing to evolve their own distinctive voice.
“Carrion” is available now on all major streaming platforms and Bandcamp.
Stream and Follow Gallowglass Scourge

Bandcamp:
https://gallowglasscourge.bandcamp.com/album/carrio
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6797iHjjcFppQnmvV1mTZp?si=N9jH5K-QR6CgzLra8rtWYQ
Apple Music:
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/gallowglass-scourge/160059231
Album Information

Artist: Gallowglass Scourge
Album: Carrion
Release Date: June 12, 2026
Genre: Melodic Death Metal
FFO: Amorphis, Insomnium, Paradise Lost
Label: Independent
Production Credits

Produced by Gallowglass Scourge
Drums Recorded & Mixed by Zach Letourneau (14:59 Studios)

Connect: 
Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/gallowglassscourge
Contact: 
Matt Hamilton
matthew.j.hamilton340@gmail.com
Tom Croxton
tom@swordkillers.com

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PETER AMISANO | Go Venue Magazine

Three months late and worth every minute of the wait, Journey finally rolled into Pinnacle Bank Arena on Monday night, delivering the rescheduled Lincoln stop of their farewell run, the Final Frontier Tour. The original April 9th date had been postponed due to illness within the band’s camp.

Billed as “A Special Evening with Journey,” it was exactly that, an intimate evening with a spectacular band and their greatest hits.  By the time the house lights dropped, the arena was electric with the expectant hum you only get when several thousand people know they are about to get exactly what they came for.

The stage design, reminiscent of 80’s arena shows, leaned heavily into the tour’s sci-fi-tinged “Final Frontier” branding with cascading LED panels, shifting star-field backdrops, and lighting trusses that extended to the top of the Pinnacle arena. It’s a production clearly built to close out a 50-plus-year career with some nostalgia and spectacle.

The band took the stage with “Be Good to Yourselft,” and “Stone in Love,” one of my favs, then into “Ask the Lonely.”  It’s not surprising how many hits Journey has had over the years.  The majority of the night, especially if you are a child of the 70’s/80’s, was filled with recognizable tunes you would have heard on the radio or watched on MTV. Songs like “Just the Same Way,” “Lights,” “Stay Awhile,” “Who’s Crying Now,” “Open Arms,” “The Party’s Over,” and the list goes on and on.

The nostalgia was enhanced by long time members Neal Schon, guitarist extraordinaire and the only member who’s been there since day one in 1973, and Jonathan Cain on keyboards since 1980. The additional members, Deen Castranovo on drums since 1998, and of course Arnel Pineda who was added as the band’s front man in 2007, made the songs come alive in the way we all remember them.

Lead vocalist Arnel Pineda, who Neal Schon famously discovered on YouTube, remains the not-so-secret weapon that’s kept Journey a viable touring act deep into its sixth decade. He’s still hitting those signature high notes on “Wheel in the Sky” and “Who’s Crying Now.”

Predictably, it was the marquee songs that sent the loudest waves through the arena. and “Lovin’, Touchin’, Squeezin,” “Separate Ways,” and ”Any Way You Want It” turned the floor into a full-on singalong and brough the unforgettable evening to a close

For a tour explicitly billed as a farewell, there was nothing that felt like the end, or goodbye. This was a band still hitting its marks, still trading solos and glances like a group that enjoys sharing a stage together, even five decades in. If this really is the last time Journey rolls through Lincoln, they left the kind of impression that will have fans telling this story for years: not a victory lap, but a full-throttle, note-for-note reminder of why “Don’t Stop Believin’” became the anthem it did.

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