Author: Amanda Collins
Curse of Cain. – Photo by George Grigoriadis Press release – September 26, 2025 will see Swedish movie metal act, Curse Of Cain, release its much-awaited, sophomore studio offering, “Achtung!”, via ROAR – A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music. “Achtung!” (German for “Attention!”) will be available on CD, Vinyl and Digital formats, make sure to pre-order your favorite choice of format now at: https://Curseofcain.rpm.link/achtungalbPR Following previously-released album appetizers, “Candy Cain Murder”, “Starry Eyes”, “Feel the Pain”, the epic album title track and just recently, “Tik Tok (Darkness)”, today, the extraordinary metal collective is premiering a music video for their exceptional, haunting cover version of THE HOOTERS’ classic “All You…
The Dillinger Escape Plan played at the Enmore Theatre in Sydney on Saturday, August 16th. David James Young reviews. It’s safe to say the elevator pitch on Ho99o9 (say it “horror”) isn’t particularly enticing to more discerning listeners. From the leet-speak bandname to the dreaded horrorcore tag, the New Jersey duo – at least on paper – come across less Coachella and Glastonbury and more Gathering Of The Juggalos. Upon arriving on the Enmore Theatre stage, they’re met with smatterings of applause but mostly sceptical onlookers and rows of crossed arms. So, how does one circumnavigate such cynicism? Put bluntly,…
Pastor Mike Jr. thoroughly dominated the 2025 Stellar Gospel Music Awards, which was taped live at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville on Saturday, Aug. 16. He won in all nine categories in which he was nominated. Pastor Mike Jr. won artist of the year for the fourth time, which allows him to pull ahead of Kirk Franklin and Marvin Sapp as the top winner in the history of the category. Franklin and Sapp have each won three times. These nine awards ups Pastor Mike Jr.’s total of Stellar Awards to 28. Pastor Mike Jr., 41, is a contemporary gospel…
In honor of Nipsey Hussle‘s legacy on what would have been his 40th birthday (Aug. 15), the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) temporarily renamed Hyde Park station as Nipsey Hussle Station. Two limited edition TAP cards featuring the late rapper were also released on Friday as part of the L.A. transit agency’s Metro x Culture series, which highlights the city’s cultural landscape, artists, musicians and community figures. Explore See latest videos, charts and news “The Hussle family is proud to be partnering with Metro for the renaming of the station in honor of Nipsey for his 40th birthday,”…
LOVA delivers a heartfelt pop anthem with her new single “It’s Alright”, A brilliant release that captures the universal struggle of trying to hold it together when life feels overwhelming. With a soft indie pop sound and an intimate yet powerful vocal performance, LOVA strikes a balance between vulnerability and resilience, to create a song that feels both deeply personal and widely relatable. The lyrics dive into the emotional push-and-pull of pretending to be fine, even when the weight of reality says otherwise, to make it relatable for the masses. LOVA’s storytelling shines through in every note, bringing warmth to…
THE STRAZE bring pure energy and timeless rock spirit on their new release “Sweet Salvation.” From the very first guitar riff, the record captures that classic rock essence that made generations fall in love with the genre, while still injecting a fresh, modern excitement that keeps it current. The soaring instrumentation, driving drums, and electrifying vocals build an atmosphere that feels both nostalgic and brand new, making this a track that instantly commands attention for every second. The passion in the vocals is undeniable, carrying a gritty authenticity that pairs perfectly with the raw, high-octane soundscape. It’s the kind of…
Gabrielle Ornate returns with a bold new statement in her latest single “Dark Prophecy,” A pop rock gem that blends ethereal mystique with undeniable mainstream appeal. The track instantly captivates with its lush production, and driving rock edge that keeps the energy pulsing. Gabrielle’s vocals soar with both grace and power, delivering a performance that’s commanding just as much as it’s empowering, perfectly embodying the song’s theme of navigating fate and destiny with strength. What makes this record shine is its seamless fusion of classic pop sensibility, catchy melodies, with an almost cinematic rock aura that sets it apart in…
On Friday night (Aug. 15), Wembley Stadium was bathed in pink light. If you’re one of the, conservatively, gazillion people who’ve watched Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters since its release, this could read like a bad omen. But this wasn’t the signaling of demons from the underworld getting their grips on unsuspecting K-pop stans, this was BLACKPINK making their long-awaited return to London with the Deadline World Tour, two years since their sold-out BST Hyde Park headline show in 2023. The Deadline World Tour, which wraps its Europe and U.S. leg with its stops at Wembley, came as something of a…
Slovak indie band Dennyiah, consisting of lead vocalist Denny and guitarist Lubos, share their brand new single Satellite, a soul-pop gem that captures the mood of emotional flight. Co-written with Brooklyn-based songwriter David Doobinin, and featuring legendary drummer Keith Carlock (Sting, Steely Dan, John Mayer), Satellite finds lead vocalist Denny beautifully showcasing rich, emotionally-charged vocals that won me over from the start. Those heartfelt vocals take listeners on a journey from disorientation and emptiness toward self-realisation and freedom, finally claiming agency and transformation on one’s own life. You can easily feel the raw, honest emotion pouring from Denny’s vocals which soar…
Music is a wide ranging art that has something for everybody but I think the one thing we all have in common, is enjoying a song that feels good to hear. When you are able to hit play on a record and instantly feel your spirit lifted because of the good vibes from the sound. That music is what you get from DiDur Lux on the new song “Velvet Proof”. The feel good vibes from the music waste no time getting you invested, with the slick electro energy in the sound working wonders to the soul. It’s infectious energy can’t be…