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Outlaws & Moonshine Deliver “Hillbilly Rockstar”
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Outlaws & Moonshine Deliver “Hillbilly Rockstar”

Southern rock-influenced country rockers Outlaws & Moonshine have cooked up something special with the release of their new single. The band taps into a variety of influences on "Hillbilly Rockstar". Credit: Rising Star Photography Outlaws & Moonshine consists of Beau Vanvolkenburg (vocals, guitar), Chris Vanvolkeburgh (bass, vocals), and Eric Piper (drums). They initially started playing music together in 2014 and everything has led to this release. Chris had this to say about the track. “Hillbilly Rockstars” is about that one song that we all have that makes the radio volume go up. Feeling great, jamming out to your favorite band or song. -Chris Vanvolkenburgh For anyone that is new to Outlaws & Moonshine's music, a good place to start would be the title cut fro...
Sneakpeek Taps Into Psychadelic Vibes On New Single
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Sneakpeek Taps Into Psychadelic Vibes On New Single

L.A.-based duo Sneakpeek is back in action with a trippy new single called "Dreams That You Discarded". The high-energy psychedelic number feels reminiscent of old-school Blondie mixed in with modern-day acts like The Killers and Phoenix. The retro-sounding audio is accompanied by a music video that fits the vibe of the song like a glove. Sneakpeek's Dora Hiller and Aric Bohn worked with talented cinematographer Arlene Muller and director Paige Stark. While legendary artist Ken Jenkins adds impressive multicolor and lumia visuals. When asked about the meaning of the song Hiller had this to say. "...it's about recognizing that it’s never too late to reignite dreams that we have forgotten. When we hypnotize ourselves into a state where we can trust that everything is happening e...
Godsmack Announce Release Details For Studio Album Number Eight
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Godsmack Announce Release Details For Studio Album Number Eight

Multi-platinum hard rockers Godsmack are back with their eighth studio album. The new material follows the 2018 release of When Legends Rise. Lighting Up The Sky will be released to the general public on February 24th, 2023. The new album was co-produced by vocalist/guitarist Sully Erna and Andrew "Mudrock" Murdock (Avenged Sevenfold, Alice Cooper). Lighting Up The Sky touches on topics like the polarized political climate and state of the world, betrayal, connection, rebounds, and the idea of legacy, what we're leaving behind. All the more relevant since Erna has recently hinted that this could be Godsmack's final studio album. On the topic of the new album, he had this to say. ​​"I like when a record takes you on a journey from front to back. I realized there’s a whole st...
Here’s How You Can Join In On The Coheed & Cambria Cruise
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Here’s How You Can Join In On The Coheed & Cambria Cruise

Photo Credit: Alexandra Gavillet Coheed & Cambria will be hitting the open seas with a variety of musical friends in tow. The S.S. Neverender: Raiders of Silent Earth 3 is the second annual band-led cruise. The mighty Norweigen Pearl will depart from Miami on October 23rd 2023 and will sail to Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic. While Coheed is the main attraction on the cruise, they'll be joined by bands like Sunny Day Real Estate, Animals as Leaders and many others. In addition to the intmate performances on board, you'll have a series of unique opportunities to connect with the band. Coheed and Cambria Cruise Q&A With Coheed & Cambria - Join the band for a live session where they answer your questions. They're celebrating the 20th anniversary of the releas...
Philly-Based Soraia Gearing Up For ‘Bloom’ Album Release
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Philly-Based Soraia Gearing Up For ‘Bloom’ Album Release

Things are starting to heat up for Philadelphia-based rock band Soraia ahead of the release of their new album. Their latest single "I Seek Fire" is having success on rock radio stations across the country. Bloom is set for release on October 28th on Stevie Van Zandt's Wicked Cool Records. Photo Credit: Cassandra Panek Soraia is coming off a run of dates sharing the stage with iconic rocker Joan Jett. They have concerts planned in New York City, Indy, and Providence with a big hometown show in early December. When it comes to the new material on Bloom, frontwoman Zou Zou Mansour had this to say. Ultimately, our new album is about rising above all of the slights, injuries, and traumas we’ve all experienced - personally and together - and positioning ourselves into a new plac...
Sick Puppies Collab With ESPN On Paul Oakenfold Cover Song
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Sick Puppies Collab With ESPN On Paul Oakenfold Cover Song

Rockers Sick Puppies have just released a high-octane cover song in collaboration with ESPN and the NHL. The cover of "Ready Steady Go" is featured in a new hockey promo that can be seen through the end of the year. We'll share it below so you know what to look for. Sheshan Jay Photography It's the first new material from the band since the 2016 release of Fury. Good news for Sick Puppies fans, while we don't have an official release date, we will be seeing a new album from them in 2023. When asked about the opportunity to work with ESPN on the Paul Oakenfold cover, the band had this to say. For those who haven’t heard Paul Oakenfold’s song “Ready Steady Go”, it’s a classic tune.  When the opportunity came to be able to put our spin on it, it was a no brainer! The NHL screams fa...
Godsmack Responds To Fan Criticism Of “Surrender”
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Godsmack Responds To Fan Criticism Of “Surrender”

Iconic hard rockers Godsmack return with their first new music in more than four years. "Surrender" is the lead single from a new album that is expected before the end of the year. While the official release date is unannounced, we'll update this article as more details become available. According to frontman Sully Erna, the new track "...is simply about the exhaustion we can all feel in relationships at times from the redundancy of fighting with each other. At a certain point in our lives, we submit to putting aside who’s right or wrong, we just want it to STOP! So we wave the white flag". The release of "Surrender" follows their gold-certified When Legends Rise album. The Grammy-nominated band has had a staggering 11 #1 singles and 20 top 10 hits at rock radio. And with that a...
Muse North American Tour To Feature Special Guest Evanescence
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Muse North American Tour To Feature Special Guest Evanescence

On the heels of the release of their new album, arena alt-rockers Muse have announced a massive North American tour. The Will of the People Tour is set to kick off on February 25th and will feature special guest Evanescence as the opening act. Photo Credit: Nick Fancher Anyone interested in attending may want to consider getting in on the ticket presale Tuesday, October 4th. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday. Have you seen Muse in concert yet? They're highly regarded as one of the best live bands in the world. From crisp thundering sound to intricate stage production, it's truly a spectacle to behold. Muse's newest material has a heavier vibe making rockers Evanescence an ideal match as tour mates. Amy Lee and company announced a lineup change before they ki...
Weapons Of Anew Release High Octane Single “Break The Ties”
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Weapons Of Anew Release High Octane Single “Break The Ties”

Rockers Weapons Of Anew have re-emerged with a recharged lineup and a brand new single. "Break The Ties" will appear on the band's new album due in 2023. The track is their first release with new singer Richie Hume and drummer Lun'iah Fontana. This will be the second studio album for Weapons Of Anew after releasing The Collision of Love and Hate in 2017. A planned 2020 album release was delayed due to the onset of the pandemic. They did release a single from the project at the time, a cover of The Chainsmokers' "Sick Boy". The track had success on rock radio charts and has accumulated more than a million streams to date. The band would undergo lineup changes in 2021. They opted to re-record songs for what will be their 2023 release, The Art of War. Getting To Know Weapons O...
Foo Fighters Announce Greatest Hits Collection
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Foo Fighters Announce Greatest Hits Collection

The Foo Fighters have announced a new greatest hits collection and there's no shortage of material to choose from. In the wake of the tragic passing of long-time drummer Taylor Hawkins, the 19-song album will be available on October 28th on Sony Legacy Records. SONY Legacy Records Nirvana disbanded in 1994 after the death of Kurt Cobain. From there, Dave Grohl fielded offers to play drums with a number of high-profile acts. Instead, he entered Robert Lang Studios in Shoreline, Washington, and recorded what would become the Foo Fighters' debut album. This led to a storied career that included 10 studio albums, sold-out tours, a few documentaries, and even a mockumentary. The band has amassed an impressive 15 Grammy Awards and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 20...