Dream Theater & Z2 Present: PARASOMNIA - THE GRAPHIC ALBUM

The world of progressive music rejoiced when, after more than 17 years, Mike Portnoy rejoined his brothers John Petrucci, John Myung, Jordan Rudess, and James LaBrie in the legendary Dream Theater. The resulting album, PARASMONIA, was an explosive hit, reaching number 1 on the Hard Rock Album charts as it reinforced Dream Theater’s status as the premier Progressive Metal band on the planet. Now, in partnership with Z2, the band is releasing the companion volume: DREAM THEATER - PARASOMNIA: THE GRAPHIC ALBUM.

Saliva + Peyton Parish = TIME BOMB

With an expansive touring & streaming history, hard rock icons Saliva are embarking on a new chapter with the release of “Time Bomb”, a confrontational track rooted in the hardships of the world featuring post-grunge vocalist Peyton Parrish.

On the new single, Saliva vocalist Bobby Amaru elaborates on that feeling. "Time Bomb is about those experiences we all have in life where it feels like it's you against the world. There’s always gonna be haters and for me it’s good to let it out and write how I'm feeling”. He continues. “Time Bomb is about the determination and resilience it takes to persevere and overcome those moments. People are always gonna try and test you in life, but you have to take it and use it to stay focused and be in control of your destiny!"

Ice Nine Kills’ Terrifier 3 Music Video Screening 10/10

The countdown begins for fans of Ice Nine Kills and the Terrifier film franchise will be ripping open an early blood soaked Christmas gift. On October 10th only, the band’s highly anticipated new short film / music video will debut nationwide in over 300 AMC and Marcus theaters. “A Work of Art,” featuring franchise star David Howard Thornton as Art the Clown, will follow the credits exclusively at select Thursday night double feature showings of Terrifier 3 + Terrifier 2. 

Welsh Wolf Emerges As A Musical Force With Newest Single, “Wreck”

After years of perfecting his sound and playing alongside major names in the rock & pop worlds, Welsh Wolf (also known as Paul Freeman) releases his first single, “Wreck”, taking the Los Angeles music scene by storm. Produced and mixed by John Spiker (Filter, Beck, The Killers), the debut track comes after Freeman spent over a year tucked away in his studio meticulously crafting each song for his new EP.

Welsh Wolf will be unveiling “Wreck” LIVE at the iconic Bourbon Room in Hollywood, CA on October 4th. The electrifying and divergent single boasts the sounds of Welsh Wolf’s childhood that sparked his passion for music while also combining the melodic songwriting and hard-hitting moments that he has been known for as performer/songwriter Paul Freeman. 

Disney Proves Emo WAS NOT A PHASE with "A Whole New Sound" Album Release

Today, in celebration of the release of the highly anticipated album A Whole New Sound (available on Apple Music HERE, Amazon Music HERE, and Spotify HERE), Mickey Mouse and his friends are taking a magic carpet ride with the debut of the video for Yellowcard’s powerful reimagining of "A Whole New World" from Disney’s beloved classic Aladdin (1992). The band, along with featured vocalist Chrissy Costanza, injects a fresh dose of their signature sound into Jasmine and Aladdin’s timeless tale of adventure and romance.

Aussie Indie Rockers Surf Trash Release New Single “Tappin Into Magic"

Ahead of the release of Australia-based Surf Trash’s debut full-length album, The Only Place I Know, available September 13, the indie rock band debuted their latest single off the upcoming record, "Tappin Into Magic", available now across all digital streaming platforms.  

According to Surf Trash’s drummer/lead vocalist, Andrew Scott, the latest single is their take on the phrase “comparison is the thief of joy” as they wrote this song from the perspective of wanting something that someone else has. Scott shares “”Tappin Into Magic” is about tapping into being yourself and not going after other people’s magic, instead finding your own.”

Psych Rock Outfit ZEBEDEE Release Nailbiting Cinematic Music Video for "Fast Edee"

Brooklyn-based psych rock quintet ZEBEDEE releases their lively, timely, second studio album, Going Nowhere Fast, out everywhere now. Alongside the full release, the band shares the full version of their official video "Fast Edee." The project sees the band expand their sonic universe with booming drums, smooth guitar riffs, and honest, contemplative lyricism. Later this month, the band will celebrate the project with an official release party on August 13 at NYC's Mercury Lounge with Kirk Douglas' Hundred Watt Heart of The Roots. 

Serj Tankian Releases new Single JUSTICE WILL SHINE ON

Singer, poet, songwriter, visual artist, film producer, activist and author SERJ TANKIAN, lead singer and lyricist for the GRAMMY© Award-winning rock band System Of A Down returns with his new single, “Justice Will Shine On.” The raging, impassioned hard rocking tune is available worldwide now on Gibson Records HERE.

The new song follows the release of the recent single “A.F. Day.” Like that track, TANKIAN composed “Justice Will Shine On” in the early days of System Of A Down. But the message and medium are just as hard-hitting and vital today.

MisterWives Revel In "Organized Chaos"

New York City/Los Angeles-based alt-pop group MisterWives share the official VEVO performance of booming single "Organized Chaos" out now, premiering via PAPER Magazine. PAPER dives into the video itself and the "art of bringing repressed feelings to the surface." Later this summer, the band will release the deluxe version of their 2023 album Nosebleeds, Nosebleeds: Encore complete with reworked tracks and new surprises.

This Fall, MisterWives will embark on the MisterWives: Just For One Night! tour with support from Joan, Juliana Madrid, Moody Joody and Meg Smith beginning with the band taking the Austin City Limits stage on October 6 and October 13. Tickets are on sale now HERE.

Metalcore Supergroup Dead Rabbitts Debut New Single + Video For "Mistake"

In a world where creativity finds a home in countless forms, there exists a realm where artistry becomes the very heartbeat of existence. For Dead Rabbitts this realm is not just a destination but a journey, fueled by the relentless passion and unwavering dedication of esteemed vocalist, Craig Mabbitt. To kick off this next chapter of Dead Rabbitts, the metalcore outfit released “Mistake” featuring the talented Lauren Babic.

On the debut single, featuring musician and YouTuber, Lauren Babic, vocalist Craig Mabbitt delves into themes of self-reflection. He shares ""Mistake" asks the existential question: is what I’ve been putting my heart & soul into all worth it? Or is it pointless? Do I belong here? Or was it & I just a big mistake?”

Announcement from X JAPAN

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of X JAPAN’s esteemed bass player HEATH after his battle with colorectal cancer, on October 29th, 2023, at the age of 55.

His cancer was found during an examination in June of this year. Despite his efforts to battle the disease, his condition declined suddenly in October, and he took his last breath in the hospital.

We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to those who cherished HEATH throughout his lifetime.

NYCC 2023: Z2 Rocks with GWAR, Halestorm & More

Z2, the multiple Eisner-winning and Ringo-winning independent publisher of graphic novels, is set to raise their fist in celebration of their music creators this October at New York Comic Con with plans to host multiple signings at their booth, debut new titles, and participate in panels.

Z2 Comics will invade New York Comic Con in October with an array of talent appearing in support of current and upcoming graphic novels. While days and times are yet to be finalized, among those confirmed include Halestorm, GWAR, Alan Robert of Life Of Agony and Dee Snider of the legendary Twisted Sister.

Gibson Gives Charity Auction Features Rock Legends

 

Gibson, the iconic American instrument brand’s purpose-driven philanthropic arm Gibson Gives has announced a rare lot of six autographed, high-profile, limited-edition guitars from Gibson artists are now up for auction via Charity Buzz through July 6 HERE. The Gibson Gives auction only features rare and collectible limited-edition guitars that are autographed by the artists including Angus Young (AC/DC), Joe Perry and all of AEROSMITH, Darius Rucker, Lzzy Hale (Halestorm), Elliot Easton (The Cars), Robin Zander and Rick Nielsen (Cheap Trick), Don Felder (Eagles), Slash, Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top), Richie Faulkner (Judas Priest) and more. Each guitar in the Gibson Gives auction includes a certificate of authenticity, and comes straight from the source, Gibson.

X-Ray Spex Poly Styrene Throbblehead Up for Pre-Order

Poly Styrene, singer-songwriter and frontwoman for the UK's legendary X-Ray Spex, is now officially a Throbblehead.

Limited to 500 numbered units, Poly stands at 7 inches tall, and is made of solid polyresin (we get what you did there).

Iggy and the Stooges "From KO to Chaos"

When the riotous, confrontational 'last ever' Iggy & the Stooges gig Metallic KO was issued in 1976 on the French indie Skydog label, it heralded the punk movement and cemented Iggy's position in it. Iggy’s career then took off, and a lengthy liaison between Skydog and Iggy Pop continued, with releases through and beyond the Stooges reunion 29 years later.

Here are all of the Skydog label's Iggy releases, remastered, in a clam-shell box set containing seven CDs and a DVD – a fitting tribute to the label’s punk pioneer boss Marc Zermati, who passed away in June. Marc started Skydog in 1973, arguably Europe’s first independent rock label, and in the same year that Metallic KO was released he organized the "First Punk Festival" in Mont de Marsan. He worked closely with The Clash, Johnny Thunders, Wilko Johnson, and Chrissie Hynde and many others.

Demon Prince PSYCHOSEXUAL Covers Type O Negative's "Love You To Death"

Crank up the volume and turn up the heat, because devil-masked German music star Psychosexual is ready to set fans’ souls afire with the U.S. debut of two addictive new songs and accompanying videos featuring hardcore superstars Joanna Angel and Luna Star.

Sporting his trademark demon visage of crimson prosthetic makeup and protruding black horns, Psychosexual riffs on his underworld image in “The Devil’s Music (Rock ‘n Roll)”; the tongue-in-cheek video opens on a high school dance as the singer takes to the gym floor and invites revelers to “throw up your horns and rock with me”.

The magnetic Miss Star plays a seductive temptress in red latex for video’s big-budget psycho circus, which also features the jaw-dropping acrobatic stylings of Las Vegas troupe Jabbawockeez and roller skating stunt duo Emily and Billy England from Absinthe.

Supersuckers Celebrate 30 Years with "Suck It" Coming September 21st

"We've finally become the band that we've always threatened to be," says singer-bassist Eddie Spaghetti, calling, as ever, from the road. With the Supersucker odometer clicking on three decades this very year, the self-proclaimed Greatest Rock n' Roll Band in the World is marking the occasion with a loud, resounding Suck It. Off the blocks, this 12th studio album from the band showcases a ruthless, get-it-done trio that sounds rebuilt from Motorhead parts, with a singer-bassist transmuting Lemmy's mojo to rasp "You said to grab it / Just hook or stab it / And now I gotta have it - All of the time."

Z2 Comics Announces Apocrypha: The Legend of Babymetal Graphic Novel

There’s no band in the world like BABYMETAL, the metal dance unit, whose hit songs like “KARATE,” “Gimme Chocolate,” and “Megitsune” have captured the imaginations of fans around the globe. This fall, Z2 Comics, Hollywood film/TV production company Amuse Group USA, and BABYMETAL’s producer KOBAMETAL are collaborating on a brand new, original story for the graphic novel APOCRYPHA: THE LEGEND OF BABYMETAL, featuring art by award-winning illustrator GMB Chomichuk.

The Damned Announce Double A Side Single "Look Left"/ "Devil in Disguise"

Following a hugely successful UK tour which saw British punk legends The Damned rev up 2018 by playing to over 23,000 rabid fans, including two back-to-back sold-out London shows, the band return this month with a double A side single available to stream/download now at Spotify.

Culled from their forthcoming ‘Evil Spirits’ album, released April 13th via Search And Destroy/Spinefarm Records, the single features the tracks Look Left and Devil In Disguise two songs that perfectly represent the albums many shifting moods and styles.

‘Look Left’ is The Damned at their most epic and grandiose; a sweeping sugar-coated mind-grenade, addressing post-millennial society’s “media-induced coma” over lush vocal melodies and show tune theatrics. Written by drummer Pinch as a love song to the human race, the lush balladry holds a heavy lyrical theme within. “While everybody's looking left, what the hell is happening right? Tough subject matter is easier to digest when coated in honey rather than vinegar and the message in this song is so important, I couldn’t risk it being a throw away aggro punk tune that was immediately overlooked,” explains Pinch. “The future is here, and until you awaken your mind, I’ll wait for you.”

L7: Pretend We're Dead in Theaters 9/1 and Blu-ray/DVD on 10/13

The L7: Pretend We're Dead documentary, produced by Blue Hats Creative will be released worldwide October 13 on VOD and Blu-ray / DVD. A multi-city theatrical screening tour of the film will kick off on September 1, with over a dozen dates and more to be announced in select markets this Fall. Excitement around L7: Pretend We're Dead has catalyzed a widely anticipated reunion which unleashed their high-octane energy and anthemic chops upon stages worldwide. The band will play a stint of West Coast dates next month with more chances to experience the electrifying onslaught coming soon.