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0 EPK – Reign of Echos – Static Vein (single) (2026)

  • March 24, 2026
  • by Asher
  • · EPKs · Reign of Echos · Uncategorized

EPK – Reign of Echos – Static Vein (single) (2026)

Publicist – Jon Asher – jon[@]ashermediarelations[.]com

For fans of Lamb of God, Gojira, Korn, Mudvayne, Trivium

Band: Reign of Echos
Single Title: Static Vein – 3:31
Release Date: March 13, 2026
Label: Self-Release
Distribution: Distrokid
Genre: Metal
Location of Band: Apple Valley, CA

All Links: https://www.linktr.ee/reignofechos

Reignofechos.com | Facebook.com/reignofechos | Instagram.com/reign_of_echos

Spotify | Apple Music

[Download Single Cover | Download Single Lyrics]

Band: Reign of Echos
Single Title: Static Vein – 3:31
Release Date: March 13, 2026
Label: Self-Release
Distribution: Distrokid
Genre: Metal
Location of Band: Apple Valley, CA

Previous Single – Title: “Blindside”
Release Date: January 5, 2026

Singles Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Reign Of Echos
• All songs written by: Reign Of Echos
• Produced by: Soundland Recorders
• Mixed by: Billy Baker
• Mastered by: David Donnelly
• Single Artwork by: Crystal Eye Imagery

Single and Live Band Line Up:
Randy Lee – Guitar/Lead Vocals
Robert Gresham – Bass/Backup Vocals
Dustin Reddington – Drums/Backup Vocals

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About the Single Artwork for Static in Vein:

Eye-catching, Powerful, Original, tells the story of the song/album in a single image.

About the singles:

“Blindside” lyrics convey the emotions of a person who has been betrayed by someone they thought they could trust. While the music takes you on a ride through the anger and frustration of the betrayal, followed by the overcoming of the emotions.

“Static Vein” lyrics tell the story of the struggle of mankind’s battle with inner demons and the continued presence of the darkness that exists in each of us. The music is intertwined with the madness of the story, while darkness and hope fight each other within the musical progression.

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BAND STORY ANGLES / FUN FACTS:

1. Randy used to go to shows that Dustin played drums at with his former band, “Freak Occurance” years ago, not knowing that they would eventually find the path to work together and create what we have today.

2. Rob and Randy were in two bands together before Reign Of Echos and have played iconic venues throughout California.

3. This is the first band that Randy has written songs for with a 7-string guitar.

4. Randy and Rob met through an ad on Myspace of Rob looking to just jam with someone a long time ago. Randy decided to go and jam, and they have been friends since.

5. Dustin has toured the US with prior bands. The bands eventually had a falling out. Dustin kept his chops up, jamming with friends here and there in the middle of not being in a band. Randy and Dustin, by chance, worked together at a rock quarry, and Randy had asked Dustin if he wanted to join his new project, which became Reign Of Echos. That sparked a new life in Dustin’s musical passion to write and play music again with a band.

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L-R – Robert Gresham (Bass, BU Vocals), Randy Lee (Guitar, Lead Vocals), Dustin Reddington (Drums, BU Vocals)

Reign of Echos is a Southern California modern metal trio formed in 2025. Delivering a sound that merges crushing heaviness with cinematic atmosphere and emotional intensity. Formed by guitarist and vocalist Randy, and solidified with Rob on bass and backing vocals, and Dustin on drums and backing vocals, the band has quickly evolved into a focused, high-impact unit with a clear identity and vision.

Blending elements of modern metal and nu-metal influence, Reign of Echos creates music that balances aggression and melody, weight and space, designed to hit just as hard live as it does through speakers. Their approach goes beyond songwriting, building an immersive experience through synchronized visuals, lighting, and performance. Driven by precision, energy, and intent, Reign of Echos is not just creating songs—they’re building something bigger.

0 DECIMATE METALFEST (Millet, AB) Announces 2026 Lineup w/ GLYPH, THE CONVALESCENCE, SQUIDHAMMER, FAMOUS STRANGERS and more!

  • March 17, 2026
  • by Asher
  • · Uncategorized

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – March 17, 2026

DECIMATE METALFEST (Millet, AB) Announces 2026 Lineup

w/ GLYPH, THE CONVALESCENCE, SQUIDHAMMER, FAMOUS STRANGERS, and more!

June 26 and 27, 2026: Bringing Heavy Music, Independent Arts, and Community Together in Alberta

Western Canada’s underground metal community will once again come together this summer as Decimate Metalfest returns to the Millet Agriplex Arena on June 26 and 27, 2026, in Millet, AB. What began as a grassroots gathering of heavy music fans has grown into a weekend-long celebration where heavy music, independent arts, and community come together in rural Alberta, welcoming fans, artists, and families of all ages.

This year’s festival lineup will feature Glyph, The Convalescence, Squidhammer, Famous Strangers, and Let It Rot, alongside a diverse roster of local and regional performers. Overall, 28 performing acts will take the stage over the two days, including touring artists, Canadian metal bands, youth performers, a featured DJ, and specialty entertainers.

Friday evening launches the festival with a powerful night of heavy music, including a performance by the “Fundraiser Band”, a rotating act selected from bands who participate in Decimate fundraising events throughout the year, highlighting the festival’s community-driven spirit. Saturday expands into a full-day festival experience featuring bands, youth artists, live performers, and interactive entertainment. With top-notch production, high-quality sound, professional staging, and access to convenient local amenities in Millet, the festival ensures an unforgettable experience for fans and families.

All performances take place at the Millet Agriplex Arena, with festival activities continuing throughout the weekend, including camping, breakfast events, interactive entertainment, and vendor booths by independent artists.

Official Decimate Metalfest 2026 Spotify Playlist – https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4PtsotZY8YfTAZV0NNBudk​

Event Details:​
Event: Decimate Metalfest 2026
Dates: June 26 and 27, 2026
Location: Millet Agriplex Arena, Millet, Alberta, Canada
Format: All ages metal and arts festival
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Tickets: https://www.decimatemetalfest.com/tickets

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/938257911895899​

Decimate Metalfest 2026 Lineup:

Friday, June 26, 2026​
• The Convalescence (Ohio, USA)
• Squidhammer (Wisconsin, USA)
• Anomalyptic (Edmonton, AB)
• Let It Rot (Michigan, USA)
• Valley of Despair (Edmonton, AB)
• Godfall (Calgary, AB)
• TBA Fundraiser Band
• Kilusan (Edmonton, AB)
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​Saturday, June 27, 2026​
• Glyph (Seattle, USA)
• Famous Strangers (Sherwood Park, AB)
• Cries of Blood (Montreal, QC)
• Thousand Frames (Colorado, USA)
• Counterfeit (Calgary, AB)
• From Beneath (Winnipeg, MB)
• No Faith In Fortune (Vancouver, BC)
• Femmes Voyous (Edmonton, AB)
• Spineless (Winnipeg, MB)
• Black Friday (Edmonton, AB)
• Light Drawn In (Edmonton, AB)
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​Youth Bands​
• Kleaver (Calgary, AB)
• Desicrate (Edmonton, AB)
• TBA Youth Band

Featured Performers
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• DJ Alex Kayne (New York, USA)
• Birthday Girl (Calgary, AB)
• Damien Ghoul (Edmonton, AB)
• Severina (Edmonton, AB)
• Meatsack (Edmonton, AB)
• Lust Dust (Calgary, AB)

Decimate Metalfest is about connection. The all-ages festival brings together musicians, visual artists, performers, and creators from across Canada, the United States, and beyond for two days of crushing riffs, artistic expression, unforgettable performances, and a shared love of underground culture.
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The festival’s reach continues to expand each year. For the 2026 edition alone, performer submissions were received from 15 countries, eight Canadian provinces, and 25 US states, highlighting the growing international interest in the event and the strength of Western Canada’s metal community. From youth bands playing their first festival stage to international touring acts, Decimate Metalfest celebrates every generation of the metal and alternative community while creating opportunities for artists of many disciplines to showcase their work.
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Decimate Metalfest has become known not only for its music lineup but also for the welcoming environment it creates. The festival brings together longtime metal fans, young families, artists, and first-time festivalgoers in a space that celebrates creativity and community.
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Beyond the stage, the festival offers a full weekend experience that includes independent art vendors, free tented camping, fan-favorite air guitar contests for youth and adults, community gatherings, and the traditional Saturday pancake breakfast. Children under 10 attend free, reinforcing the festival’s commitment to accessibility and multi-generational participation.
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Built by members of the metal community, for the metal community, and proudly organized and operated by women, Decimate Metalfest continues to challenge expectations while creating a space where everyone is welcome.
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​Stay Connected

For the latest updates, lineup announcements, and ticket purchases, visit the official Decimate Metalfest website. Follow us on social media to stay in the loop:​

More info: https://linktr.ee/decimatemf​

Volunteer, Vendor, and Sponsor Applications: ​
​https://www.decimatemetalfest.com​

About Decimate Metalfest:​
Decimate Metalfest is an annual grassroots heavy music and arts festival held in Millet, Alberta. Created by members of the underground metal community and proudly organized and operated by women, the festival provides a platform for emerging and established artists while celebrating inclusivity, creativity, and independent music culture.
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“What started as a small idea has grown into something far bigger than any one of us,” says Decimate Metalfest founder Sloan Voxx. “Seeing artists, volunteers, sponsors, and fans all come together to build this community is incredibly humbling. I am honored to be part of something that brings so many people together and creates a space where anyone can connect through heavy music and feel a sense of belonging. At the end of the day, Decimate Metalfest belongs to the community that built it. Whether you are discovering your first metal band, playing your first festival stage, or returning as a longtime fan, everyone is welcome.”
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Decimate Metalfest 2026 is made possible through the support of community partners, sponsors, and industry collaborators who share a commitment to independent music, arts, and community culture.
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Partners and Sponsors include:
The Town of Millet, Millet Agriplex, Millet Lions Memorial Campground, Leduc Brewing, Best Copy Shop, Asher Media Relations, Prairie Fire Productions Ltd., Absolute Underground Magazine, 387 Entertainment, Fire Lotus Creative, Rendezvous Pub, Queer YEG, Seeing Red Podcast, Pinecase Mental Health, Broken Neck Radio, Edmonton’s Alternative Music Magazine, Soudshell
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Decimate Metalfest is also a proud member of the Western Canadian Metal Festival Alliance (WCMFA) and is honored to work alongside fellow independent festivals and music organizations that help strengthen the Canadian metal scene, including:
Loud As Hell Open Air Festival
Armstrong MetalFest
Hyperspace Metal Festival
Glacial Mutilation Metal Festival

For press inquiries, interviews, or additional information, please contact us at: info[@]decimetalfest[.]com

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0 Exitus Stratagem Records – MATT MILLER Shares New Tech-Death Playthrough “Abiotic Origin” Ahead of “3 Shredders Tour” w/ RENE BENTON, MANUEL & Special Guest BIKO WRIGHT

  • March 11, 2026
  • by Asher
  • · Matt Miller · Music News · Uncategorized

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – March 11, 2026

MATT MILLER Shares New Tech-Death Playthrough “Abiotic Origin”

“3 Shredders Tour” w/ RENE BENTON, MANUEL & Special Guest BIKO WRIGHT (History Channel’s Alone, Discovery’s Expedition Bigfoot)

New Album “Fiber Momentum” Out Now! via Exitus Stratagem Records

L-R – Justice Robinett (Bass), Jordan Kelso (Drums, Synth), Matt Miller (Guitars, Synth), Biko Wright (Vocals)

Photo Credit – Lilly May Everett

Tech‑death guitarist and composer Matt Miller is gearing up for a high‑velocity spring with the launch of the 3 Shredders Tour, a lead‑guitar‑driven showcase featuring shred icon Rene Benton and explosive guitar virtuoso Manuel Urgiles. The tour kicks off this April and channels the spirit of legendary guitar events like the G3 Tour, only heavier, faster, and rooted firmly in the extreme‑metal world.
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The run supports Matt Miller’s latest LP, “Fiber Tormentum,” a sci‑fi‑infused technical death metal journey praised for its precision, atmosphere, and relentless musicianship.
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To celebrate the upcoming tour, Matt Miller has released a brand‑new guitar playthrough video for “Abiotic Origin”. The video showcases Miller’s signature blend of sci‑fi atmosphere, hyper‑technical riffing, and cinematic composition. “Abiotic Origin” stands as one of the defining tracks on “Fiber Tormentum,” capturing the album’s fusion of futuristic storytelling and extreme musicianship.

Watch the playthrough at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXXx2EN21OQ

​​The 3 Shredders Tour unites three elite players known for pushing the boundaries of modern metal guitar. In addition to Rene Benton’s blistering lead work, fans will also see him joined by Kelly Conlon, the legendary bassist formerly of Death, who performed on the iconic album “Symbolic” and toured with the band during that era. Conlon’s presence adds a historic and unmistakable layer of prestige to the tour’s lineup.
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Adding even more star power, audiences will have the chance to meet Biko Wright, Matt Miller’s vocalist and a fan‑favorite survivalist from History Channel’s Alone and Discovery’s Expedition Bigfoot. His crossover appeal continues to draw both metal fans and viewers of his television work.
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​“We are stoked to be hitting the road this April with Manuel Del Giudice and Rene Benton, it’s going to be a shred guitar extravaganza! Also, get the chance to meet survival expert Biko Wright from the TV shows Alone and Expedition Bigfoot,” adds Matt Miller.
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With three world‑class musicians on one bill, the 3 Shredders Tour promises a night of blistering solos, technical mastery, and genre‑bending creativity. Dates listed below with more to be announced.

The 3 Shredders Tour w/ Matt Miller, Rene Benton, Manuel, Biko Wright​
April 10 – Reno’s Chop Shop – Dallas, TX
April 11 – Hi-Tone – Memphis, TN
April 12 – SK8 Bar – Kansas City, MO
April 13 – Reggie’s Music Joint – Chicago, IL
April 15 – Driftwood Charbar – Minneapolis, MN
April 16 – Boheme – Sheboygan, WI
April 17 – Alley Cat – Iowa City, IA
April 18 – Gray’s Keg – Lincoln, NE
April 19 – Rockwell Event Center – Amarillo, TX

Matt Miller’s September 2025 release, “Fiber Tormentum” on Exitus Stratagem Records, marks a major creative shift, evolving from an instrumental concept into a full band effort with vocalist Biko Wright, drummer Jordan Kelso, and bassist Justice Robinett.

“I knew it needed vocals and the input of other people to make it come to life,” says Miller.

The album blends technical death metal, power metal, and progressive elements into his heaviest and most melodic work yet, built around a loose sci‑fi concept of an alien species rewriting human DNA, an idea shaped by post‑COVID anxieties.
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The late Joshua Nassaru Ward (Voraath) created the album’s striking artwork, depicting the agony of forced transformation, echoing the record’s themes of tension and invasion. Miller’s journey to this point includes launching his solo project in 2020, touring with Rings of Saturn and Possessed, and assembling a lineup with diverse musical backgrounds. Recording the album came with memorable moments from Wright tracking vocals between filming Expedition Bigfoot to the band getting banned from music stores for sampling high‑end instruments. Hidden somewhere on the record is Wright’s triumphant “One Take Willy” shout.
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From his early 2017 EP to 2022’s “Monument of Velocity,” Miller has steadily pushed extreme music forward. Now backed by Extreme Management Group and a fully realized band, he continues to expand his sound and ambition.

Recommended for fans of Necrophagist, Symphony X, Wintersun, The Faceless, and Death, “Fiber Momentum” (released Sept 12th) is available on all major platforms through Exitus Stratagem Records.

Digital – https://hypeddit.com/mattmiller/fibertormentum​

CD – https://www.exsrmusic.com/store/p/wnn3m10s6beq0pbmnot0e17ghvj629​

Music Video – Effecively Neutralized – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJDoR9JL9b8

​Band Playthrough – Summoned – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FJxxg_dd2k

 

Track Listing:​
1. Descent into Violence (5:04)
2. Summoned (3:33)
3. Effectively Neutralized (4:53)
4. Blight and Disfigurement (3:23)
5. Maimed Paralyzed Dead (3:12)
6. Horror Beyond Comprehension (3:15)
7. Fiber Tormentum (Instrumental) (3:31)
8. Abiotic Origin (3:14)
Album Length: 30:08

Album Lineup:​
Matt Miller (Guitars, Synth)
Jordan Kelso (Drums, Synth)
Justice Robinett (Bass)
Biko Wright (Vocals)

For more info:

​https://www.exsrmusic.com/ | https://mattmillerhhakmusi.wixsite.com/mattm | https://www.facebook.com/matt.miller.96995238/ | https://www.instagram.com/mattmiller630/​

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“All in all, it’s a fascinating song (Effectively Neutralized) — head-spinning and heart-palpitating but also a heavy-hitter and a conjurer of strange, sinister, and haunting visions. In other words, in the space of just five minutes it pulls off a lot of impressive feats. And the well-filmed and well-edited video for it is a perfect complement, in that it shows us how all these talented performers executed all the impressive accomplishments.” – NoCleanSinging

“Hell yeah. Holy moly canoli. Fiverr to Fiber Momentum, and that was the album. This song is Descent into Violence. Holy moly canoli, dude. Go support, Matt Miller. That was absolutely badass. Total shredding. Jordan, also a homie of mine, your drums are incredible. The new singer, Bo, I love the harsh vocals in the clean. Total is it almost the cleans almost reminded me of Queensryche meets Cannibal Corpse. It’s pretty freaking sweet. And of course, Justice always lays down the heavy bass with the beautiful bass faces. But an absolutely incredible album….Matt Miller, you could find him everywhere. He’s an incredible guitar player, one of the best guitar players of our generation. Remember, this is Fiber Tormentum courtesy of Exitus Stratagem Records. So, a huge shout-out to them as well. Matt Miller has so many more songs. If you guys like this song (Descent into Violence), believe me, this guy is an absolute shred master. Not only does he do like a ton of his own originals, he does a ton of covers, and also he’s just a shred master of all sorts. Just exactly how they say, melodic, technical, and death. But I will definitely say the big thing that stands apart about this whole song is great structure, absolutely shredding on all levels, and the vocals are just 100% one-of-a-kind. And I totally enjoyed it. Guys, I love you guys from the bottom of my heart. This has been Matt Miller with his new song, Descent into Violence. Pick up the new album on September 12, Fiber Tormentum.” – Omar Rodriguez – The Metal Mixtape – YouTube Channel

“The songs on “Fiber Tormentum” are rather good, and make for very interesting listening sessions.” – Metal Temple
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“”Fiber Tormentum” is a real killer and so refreshingly creative that you can’t help but toast this previously unknown genius in awe! Cheers! 9/10″ – PowerMetal.de

“Soaring, crushing, ferocious, emotive, and relentless, are words that strongly describe Decrepit Shed. The album has a lot to offer from various metal sub-genres and encompasses the best elements of technical guitar playing while still having well-written songs”. – Brave Words

“Monument of Velocity” initially had a different title and was not going to be a Matt Miller release and some of the songs were written with vocals in mind and were not going to be instrumental, however, it turned out to be the sixth of seven powerful albums in his discography. contains eight tracks full of technical and progressive metal eliciting feelings of suspense, and tension while being fun, melodic and brutally heavy. Miller’s melodic and relentless music has a wide range of influences and is recommended for fans of Jeff Loomis, Necrophagist, and Obscura.” – Rock’n’ Load

“Even though Miller’s music is instrumental, he likes to think of the guitar as a voice. Which in turn makes him ask what is the guitar saying? He is able to easily convey emotion, tone, and a story even without the use of vocals. Throughout his releases, his music has developed a more modern sound in both the music and the production. Musically the songs are more well written and a lot of the ideas he writes are being accurately represented. He is always trying to push himself as a musician and this is reflected in his discography. Influenced primarily by technical and progressive death metal with a dash of power metal and symphonic metal as well, Matt Miller’s music is recommended for fans of Obscura, Dragon Force, and Racer X” – Metal Sucks

“Mr. Miller can shred like his fingers are on fire” – Ever-Metal.com

“Matt shreds all over this album with guitar solos galore”. – Transcending the Mundane

“Soaring, crushing, ferocious, and emotive, Miller conveys a wide range of tones throughout his instrumental music. It is recommended for fans of Dragon Force, Racer X, and Jeff Loomis” – Metal-Rules

“For guitar enthusiasts, I guess it is a feast for the eyes and ears.” – Antichrist Magazine

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0 Out Now! GRAVEMASS (ft. members of Zimmers Hole, 3 Inches of Blood, Revocation) Ignite Their Reign of Brutality w/ Debut Album “This Is The Way”

  • March 6, 2026
  • by Asher
  • · GraveMass · Music News · Uncategorized

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – March 6, 2026

Out Now! GRAVEMASS (ft. members of Zimmers Hole, 3 Inches of Blood, Revocation) Ignite Their Reign of Brutality w/ Debut Album “This Is The Way”

Performing at Loud As Hell Open Air Festival 2026 w/ Fallujah, Allegaeon, Summoning the Lich, Crimson Shadows, Edge of Paradise, and more!

Photo Credit – Derek Carr

L-R – Destroyer of Souls – Drums – Bowels of Hell – Bass – Murderer of Colonizers – Guitar – Mayan Hate – Guitar – Lorde Heathen – Vocals

Rising from decades of West Coast metal lineage, Vancouver, BC’s Gravemass erupts today with the release of their highly anticipated debut album, “This Is The Way.” Formed by veterans of some of Vancouver’s most ferocious and influential metal outfits, Gravemass arrives fully armed, fully realized, and fully committed to sonic destruction.
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Featuring members from Zimmers Hole, Punch Drunk, 3 Inches of Blood, Revocation, Just Cause, West of Hell, Savannah, Process, Subversion, and The Golers, Gravemass is less a new band and more a convergence of long‑standing forces. Their collective experience, over 30 years in the Vancouver metal trenches, has forged a sound that is unapologetically brutal, relentlessly fast, and steeped in darkness.
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According to guitarist Mayan Hate, who wrote the music for the debut album over a concentrated two‑month period, the project came together naturally among longtime friends.
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​“We’re all West Coast metal heads who’ve known each other for decades. I wrote the music between breaks in other projects and showed it to Lorde Heathen. He immediately wanted in. From there, we recruited the rest of the band, guys we’ve all known forever,” adds guitarist Mayan Hate.
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When asked to describe the band’s sound in five words, vocalist Lorde Heathen doesn’t hesitate:

“Brutal, angry, fast, dark, evil. If you like brutal… You will dig it,”
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The album delivers exactly that. “This Is The Way” is a barrage of sinister riffing, death‑metal vocal ferocity, and an unrelenting rhythmic assault. It’s the culmination of decades of shared history and a unified desire to push extremity to its limits. Lyrical inspiration comes from the world’s current state of chaos.

“All the lyrics come from the shit‑hole world order that exists right now,” says Lorde Heathen.
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While the debut album’s music was written entirely by Mayan Hate with lyrics by Lorde Heathen, the band confirms that their second album is already in progress and will be a fully collaborative effort.

The band also recently confirmed they will perform at Loud As Hell Open Air Festival 2026, joining a stacked lineup featuring Fallujah, Allegaeon, Summoning the Lich, Crimson Shadows, Edge of Paradise, and more. For more info on the festival in Drumheller, AB, from July 31st to August 2nd, please visit https://www.loudashell.ca.

Fans can expect a performance that channels the band’s influences, Slayer, Venom, Morbid Angel, Watain, and Napalm Death, while forging a sound unmistakably their own, shaped by decades of death, black, and speed metal. Gravemass is not just a studio project. Their live show is designed to be a full‑scale assault.
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​“The live show is where we bring it all together. We want to bring this experience to the masses,” says Heathen.
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With “This Is The Way” now unleashed as of March 6th, 2026, via End Game Records Inc., Gravemass marks the beginning of a new chapter in West Coast extreme metal. The band promises more music, more brutality, and an even more collaborative evolution as they move toward their second album.

Add to your Spotify Playlist – https://open.spotify.com/album/0ROzZyUacjjY7dC6xOwtg5

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Bandcamp – https://gravemass.bandcamp.com/​

Music Videos:

This Is The Way – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sR9gy-AD8-E

​Fallen – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQ4ws87xOJs

​Spitting Hell – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r477FZl1VFo​

Show Dates:
March 13 – The Cobalt – Vancouver, BC (Album Release Show)
July 31 – Aug 2 – Loud As Hell Open Air Festival – Drumheller, AB

Track Listing:​
1. Slaves To Pain – 2:38
2. This Is The Way – 3:45
3. Horned King – 2:54
4. Harvest of Souls – 2:53
5. Spitting Hell – 2:07
6. Black Bell – 2:50
7. Fallen – 3:27
8. Gravemass – 3:51
9. Abandon – 2:01
10. Poison Temple – 3:11
Album Length: 29:41

Album Band Line Up:​
Lorde Heathen – Vocals
Mayan Hate – Guitar
Murderer of Colonizers – Guitar
Bowels of Hell – Bass
Destroyer of Souls – Drums

More info:

​https://endgamerecords.com/​

​http://www.gravemass.com/​

​https://www.facebook.com/people/Grave-Mass/61556695854887/​

​https://www.instagram.com/gravemass1/​

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“Well now, isn’t this one hell of a supergroup? Love the term or loathe it, here it really does count, especially as far as the Canadian metal scene goes. Gravemass are here, and with them comes a vitriolic death metal release that takes elements of the genre’s old-school ferocity and blends it with modern groove and energy. A release that clocks in at just under thirty minutes, ensuring it doesn’t overstay its welcome. Though there’s no short-changing here as we have ten tracks and across them a cacophony of violent, snarling, hyperactive blasts of heaviness that will thrill all those who love extreme metal. I’m one of them and Gravemass really do it for me. I think this is a beast of a record and found myself compelled to head-bang almost all the way through it.” – Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life

“This Is the Way is a flawless debut. It manages to feel nostalgic for the golden era of death metal while sounding fresh, mean, and modern. If you crave music that is “brutal, angry, fast, dark, and evil,” this is your new obsession. Essential Tracks: Slaves to Pain, Horned King, Fallen. 10/10″ – Broken Neck Radio

“A rain shower becomes a thunder storm as the intensity increases dramatically with title track “This Is The Way“, the gang chanted “1, 2, 3, 4!” something that will go down well in the live arena. Soaked in blasphemous rhetoric that bleeds Black Metal inspirations, the band bring the hammer down with enough force to split more than a few skulls. The rhythmic battery feels like a blunt force trauma as the band refuse to re-invent the wheel, instead opting for something of depraved atmospheres that is both dark and insanely good fun. ” – Metal Noise

“Basically, I can easily enjoy a record like “This Is The Way” from the first to the last second” – PowerMetal.de

“the album impresses with its energy, solid songwriting and powerful production. For fans of dark, aggressive extreme metal, this album is definitely worth it. Conclusion: »This Is The Way« of GRAVEMASS is a strong album that will delight fans of blackened death metal and deathcore alike.” – MetalUnderground.at

“Hold on to your hats, buds. Your eyes and ears are in for a blinding treat. Canada’s black/death metal band GraveMass just released the aural assault known as “Fallen.” The song and the video are delightfully overwhelming. ” – Metal Sucks

““Fallen” is a brutal, pummeling track with vocals that range from a guttural growl to a nasal screech, creating a blistering death metal assault. The black-and-white video with its flashing lights and quick cuts combines imagery of nature and religion in a way that perfectly complements the sonic onslaught of the video. It’s a breakneck track that leaves carnage in its wake, and you’ll want to check it out.” – New Noise Magazine

“With “Fallen,” GraveMass offers a glimpse into what promises to be a searing, unholy debut album. It’s a declaration of intent—and a brutal reminder that Canadian metal is as fierce and alive as ever.” – See Rock Live

“Gravemass Deliver Evil with Latest Single & Video, “Fallen”” – V13

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0 EPK – Nova Spei – Renaissance (2026) (single)

  • February 13, 2026
  • by Asher
  • · EPKs · Nova Spei (Bam&Co. Heavy) · Uncategorized

EPK – Nova Spei – Renaissance (2026) (single)

Publicist – Jon Asher – jon[@]ashermediarelations[.]com

“We’re confident listeners will connect with this new chapter of the band — a rebirth shaped by the shift to a more powerful, feminine vocal presence, yet still carrying even greater intensity. The sound feels more organic than our previous album, and we want people to feel the passion and pure joy we pour into creating this music.

“Releasing Renaissance first made perfect sense. It’s the song that speaks to our fall and our return, so what could be more logical than starting with the track that tells that story?” — Nova Spei

For fans Gojira, Tesseract, Killswitch Engage, Spiritbox, Architects

NovaSpei.com | Facebook.com/NovaSpei | X.com/NovaSpeiBand | Instagram.com/novaspei | Youtube

Novaspei.bandcamp.com | Apple Music | Spotify

Online Store – www.novaspei.com/marchandise | Bam&Co. Heavy

“Une pièce qui a tout ce qui faut pour devenir un classique du métal québécois. Des phrases percutantes et pleine de sens sur une musique lourde à souhait.” – Ondes Chocs

“Nova Spei : Nouvel espoir sur la scène métallique au Québec” – Voir

“Bref un excellent album à se mettre sous la dent ou sous le sapin pour le temps des fêtes ! Supportez notre belle scène du Québec ! ” – Metal Universe (2021 – Sequentis – LP)

“so there they were, twelve times groovy metal in French – from Canada. “Sequentis” by NOVA SPEI offers many an entertaining song. A lot of it certainly ignites live in the mosh pit and causes the crowd to freak out because they know how to get their limbs moving with their riffs and fat grooves… an album that is fun and fans of the good old groove metal should like.” – Stormbringer (2021 – Sequentis – LP)

“”Along with a meticulous display of proficient musicianship, this entire album is not only a credit to its makers, but the multifaceted collection of influences that has firmly planted a seed deep within them over the years, and brings New Hope to both the listener and the band as you peel away the cellophane so to speak. As a result, this album won’t gather dust in any collection, and will keep heads bouncing and feet tapping from sofa to stage.”” – Stargazer Music Magazine (2021 – Sequentis – LP)

[Download Single Cover | Download Single Lyrics | English Translation of Lyrics]

Band: Nova Spei
Single Title: Renaissance – 2:38
Release Date: February 13, 2026
Label: Bam&Co-Heavy
Distribution: Believe Digital
Genre: Metal
Location of Band: Trois-Rivières, Québec, Canada

Single Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Nova Spei
• All songs written by: Nova Spei
• Produced by: Nova Spei
• Mixed by: Francis Perron – Radicart Studio (Voivod, Martyr, etc)
• Mastered by: Maor Appelbaum at Maor Appelbaum Mastering – California – U.S.A (Faith No More, Halford, Yes, etc)
• Album Artwork by: Flat Bathtub : Filip Ivanović personal playground
• Member of SOCAN and SOPROQ
• Canadian Content (MAPL)

Band Line Up:
Cédrick Charland – Lead Guitarist
Dany Soucy – Founder, Rhythm Guitarist
Emmanuelle Desbiens-Dubois – Vocals
Julien De Carufel – Drums
Nicolas Dumais-Brouillette – Bass, Vocals

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About the Single Artwork:

Filip Ivanovic has managed to capture in images what our rebirth is in a world full of pitfalls.

About The Single (LYRICALLY & MUSICALLY):

Renaissance is an energetic song that demonstrates our overflowing energy. It speaks of the obstacles we’ve encountered, our desire to get back up and start again, stronger than ever.

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BAND STORY ANGLES / FUN FACTS:

1. We started imagining the next album with an approach as modern as Sequentis’s. But Francis Perron showed us how it could all sound much more organic, more raw, the way he worked with Voivod, and our focus completely shifted when we heard his first rough mix.

2. We didn’t know who to contact for mastering the songs, and when we were offered the chance to work with Maor Appelbaum (Faith No More, Yes, etc.), we thought it would never happen, and yet… he said yes and seems to have really liked what he heard! We’re not worthy! hahaha

3. This was the first time Nova Spei had recorded in a professional studio. We had recorded the two previous albums in our own facilities.

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Left to Right: Nova Spei Current Line Up | Dany Soucy (Founder, Rhythm Guitarist) | Cédrick Charland (Lead Guitarist) | Emmanuelle Desbiens-Dubois (Vocal) | Julien De Carufel (Drums) | Nicolas Dumais-Brouillette (Bass, Vocal)

Photo Credit – Joe Weller (Joe Lacerte)

NOVA SPEI, a French-language metal band from Quebec, launched/presented their first album, “Self-Titled” as the opening act for Anonymus on their December 2017 tour across Quebec. In 2019, they toured most of Quebec’s major cities during the band’s 30th-anniversary tour. By 2025, Nova Spei will have performed over 100 shows to promote the band in Quebec and Ontario.

NOVA SPEI was formed in 2012 by Dany Soucy (guitar) (Dook, Legion). Nicolas Dumais (bass) joined the band in 2014. Julien De Carufel (drums) arrived in August 2021, and it was, finally, in 2025 that Cédrick Charland (lead guitar), as well as Emmanuelle Desbiens-Dubois (vocals), joined the new version of Nova Spei.

In 2017, their first album was produced and recorded in their home studio in Champlain, and mixed, produced, and mastered in France by Anthony Chognard (Smash Hit Combo, CHSprod). Their single “L’homme aux 1000 Sourires” (The Man with 1000 Smiles) is in constant rotation on Quebec City’s RadioX 98.1FM, and their song “Ma Muse” (My Muse), and a few more can be heard during Montreal Canadiens games at the Bell Centre.

2019 marked the beginning of recording for their second album titled SEQUENTIS. The first single, “Qui Sème Le Vent” (Who Sows the Wind), was released in November 2019, but due to the pandemic, the album’s release was delayed by two years, until November 12, 2021.

After some lineup changes, 2026 heralded the return of the full band and the desire to hit the road again. An album titled TRINITAS is therefore in preparation for autumn 2026, with the intention of restarting the party on stage that is Nova Spei.

Band Line Up:
Cédrick Charland – Lead Guitarist
Dany Soucy – Founder, Rhythm Guitarist
Emmanuelle Desbiens-Dubois – Vocals
Julien De Carufel – Drum
Nicolas Dumais-Brouillette – Bass, Vocals

Discography:
2026 – Renaissance (single)
2021 – Sequentis – LP
2017 – Self-Titled LP

Music Placements: Montreal Canadiens games at the Bell Centre

Artist endorsements: Charbonneau Guitars

0 Edmonton’s FAMOUS STRANGERS Ignite The Universe With New Video “Deepstar” + Show Date w/ DANKO JONES

  • January 28, 2026
  • by Asher
  • · Famous Strangers · Music News · Uncategorized

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Montreal, QC – January 28, 2026

Edmonton’s FAMOUS STRANGERS Ignite The Universe With New Video “Deepstar”

+ Show Date w/ DANKO JONES – Feb 6th at Sherwood Park Festival Place

L-R – Jeff Kittlitz (Guitar, Vocals), Braden Sustrik (Bass, Vocals), Amanda Kiernan (Vocals), Brian Jolly aka “Beej” Beejerson (Drums)

Edmonton, Canada’s alt‑metal visionaries Famous Strangers, have unveiled the long‑anticipated music video for “Deepstar,” their debut 2024 single and the first song the band ever released. After two years in the vault, the cinematic visual finally arrives in 2026, marking a major milestone in the band’s evolving creative journey.
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Originally released in September 2024, “Deepstar”, mixed by Juno‑winner Phil Anderson (Econoline Crush, Garth Prince, Van Halst) and mastered by world‑renowned engineer Maor Appelbaum (Faith No More, Dokken, Dream Theater, Limp Bizkit), introduced listeners to Famous Strangers’ signature blend of atmospheric storytelling, haunting melodies, and emotional intensity. The new long‑form video brings the track’s cosmic narrative fully to life.
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Vocalist Amanda Kiernan describes the origins of the song as deeply personal and unexpectedly cosmic:
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“I started writing this song literally just describing my friend Mileena, how she makes me feel, and how her presence feels in the room. It all came together so perfectly when I added all the space and healing. The world needs a hero, and I put those two together… it just happened, flooding the paper like some epic extraterrestrial being. What’s even better is that she agreed to be Deepstar and be in our video. We are honored and blessed to have her.”
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Guitarist Jeff Kittlitz recalls how naturally the music itself formed:
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​“Deep Star came together quickly and organically. While exploring presets on my new Fractal FM9, I landed on a tone that instantly brought to mind classic Deep Purple and Black Sabbath, and the main riff came together almost immediately. Once I brought it to Beej, the song fell into place fast and gave Amanda plenty of space to write. It was one of the first songs the four of us created together. During recording, the ending evolved in the studio, and we loved it so much we kept it. It was one of those moments that proves the magic that happens when everyone’s locked in. At its core, it’s a straight‑up rock song.”​
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Kittlitz adds:
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​“Deep Star is coming. This was the very first song we ever released, and the video has been two years in the making. We’re fired up that it’s finally unleashed. A dark cosmic tale of a woman from space sent to save our doomed souls. Massive thanks to Brad Thompson, Mileena Kombat, and Shade Nightclub for helping summon this beast.”​
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​“Deepstar” represents the earliest spark of what would become Famous Strangers, a band that formed almost by accident, yet grew into something powerful and intentional. Since their formation in 2023, the group has released four singles, each expanding their sonic universe: (Deepstar 2024), (George 2024), (I’ll See You In The Stars 2025), and (L.S.C. 2025).​
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These tracks have positioned Famous Strangers as one of Canada’s most intriguing emerging heavy acts. The band has performed at Armstrong MetalFest, Loud As Hell Open Air Festival, and shared stages with Revocation, Danko Jones, Three Inches of Blood, Riot City, and more. Their dark aesthetic, emotional depth, and cinematic approach to songwriting continue to draw attention across the metal and hard‑rock landscape.
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With the release of the “Deepstar” video, Famous Strangers close the loop on their earliest chapter while stepping boldly into their next. Their upcoming 2026 full‑length album promises to expand their universe even further, darker, deeper, and more immersive than ever.
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For fans of Halestorm, Nothing More, Sevendust, Butcher Babies, and Bad Omens, watch the “Deepstar” video via Space Untravel’s YouTube channel – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXBDka5r1UQ​

Add “Deepstar” to your Spotify playlist – https://open.spotify.com/track/70ubKz5KnptZEvLHi5KpbY​

In additional news, Famous Strangers have been chosen as local support for Danko Jones‘ show date in Sherwood Park, AB, a suburb of Edmonton, on February 6th at Sherwood Park Festival Place. For more info, please visit https://festivalplace.ca/events/danko-jones-2/​

Previous Singles:

Music Video- L.S.C. – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXowgk7zopA​

Music Video – I’ll See You In The Stars – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtdfaMp4Hec​

Lyric Video – George – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fz85ChqELO4​

More info:

​Famousstrangersband.com

​Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559110131774

​Instagram.com/famousstrangersband

​Tiktok.com/@famousstrangersband

About: Formed through a collision of ideas, personalities, and musical histories, Famous Strangers craft a sound that is as moody and mysterious as it is intense. Their music blends atmospheric textures with melodic and aggressive vocals, creating a sonic world that feels both intimate and otherworldly.
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Each member brings years of experience from previous projects, shaping a band that thrives on creativity, experimentation, and emotional honesty. Their music is recorded and mixed almost entirely in‑house by guitarist Jeff Kittlitz, keeping their sound raw, authentic, and fully under their artistic control.

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“Haunting, Stirring and Impactful…those words just keep going through our mind as we take in the new single “I’ll See You In The Stars” from Famous Strangers. This one is quite unique with a powerful intensity that is full of rhythm and achieves the rare feat of fury as a pure form of beauty. We really dig this one and you can catch it on your Home for the Best New Rock…” – WJOE – Findlay’s Home for Rock & Roll

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0 EPK – Thunderor – Cape Breton Home (single) (2025)

  • October 27, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Thunderor · Uncategorized

EPK – Thunderor – Cape Breton Home (single) (2025)

Publicist – Jon Asher – jon[@]ashermediarelations[.]com

For fans of Dropkick Murphys, Great Big Sea, Rum Ragged, Thin Lizzy

Boonsdalerecords.com/thunderor | Facebook.com/ThunderorOfficial | Instagram.com/thunderor_official | Youtube.com/@BOONSDALE | Musicnovascotia.ca/artist/thunderor/

Thunderor.bandcamp.com | Spotify | Apple Music 

“The spirit of the glorious 80’s is omnipresent on the debut, those who like authentic 80’s sound should definitely check out.” 8/10” – Rock It!

“The good mood album of the season comes from Canada. Crisp, consistently catchy songs with excellent guitar work, sometimes enhanced with appropriate keyboard sounds.” 8,5/10” – Deaf Forever

“There must be room somewhere between Steel Panther, The Darkness and The Night Flight Orchestra!” – Metal Hammer

“Thunderor the Musical is infectious, hard-rocking comic book fun that blows the roof off the place – I smiled my way through the whole show – I bet you will, too.” – Sesaya Arts Magazine

“Thunderor the Musical is raucous fun with shredding guitars and driving drums… filled with catchy anthems, flawlessly performed by powerhouse musicians.” – Grind Mag

“I’m always impressed when a drummer handles lead vocals, especially in metal, where the physical demands of drumming are intense. JJ Tartaglia nailed it, delivering flawless vocals without missing a drum beat.” – Allfather Metal

[Download Single Cover | Download Single Lyrics]

Single Title: Cape Breton Home
Release Date: October 6, 2025
Label: Boonsdale Records
Single: Length: 3:33
Location: Toronto, ON

Single Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: JJ Tartaglia, Jonny Nesta, Oscar Anesetti, Colin Grant
• All songs written by: JJ Tartaglia / Jonny Nesta
• Produced by: JJ Tartaglia
• Mixed by: Chris Snow
• Mastered by: Kristian Montano
• Single Artwork by:  Photo by Rae Chatten
• Member of SOCAN
• Canadian Content (MAPL)

Single Band Line Up:
JJ Tartaglia – Vocals, Drums, Keys
Jonny Nesta – Guitar
Oscar Anesetti – Bass
Colin Grant – Fiddle

Live Band Line Up:
JJ Tartaglia – Vocals, Drums
Jonny Nesta – Guitar
Brycen Gunn – Bass
Anthony Pannozzo – Keys

Thunderor L-R: Jonny Nesta (Guitar) | JJ Tartaglia (Vocals, Drums) | Brycen Gunn (Bass)

Photo Credit – Rae Chatten

 

Formed in 2020 by multi-JUNO-nominated musicians JJ Tartaglia and Jonny Nesta (also known for their work in Skull Fist), THUNDEROR delivers hook-driven anthems to the caliber set by their arena-rock predecessors, infused with elements of heavy metal, pop punk, and rock opera.

Their debut album, FIRE IT UP (2022), charted at #1 on Earshot’s National Loud Chart in Canada. The band quickly followed up with tours throughout Europe, Canada, Mexico, and South America, supporting major acts such as Airbourne, U.D.O., Enforcer, Night Demon, and more.

In May 2024, the latest single, “Get ‘Em Counted,” was released quickly, amassing over 230K views on YouTube, as the band worked on their sophomore album. In a bold and creative move during the summer of 2025, the band presented ‘Thunderor the Musical’, a full-scale Rock Opera musical that premiered at the Toronto Fringe Festival for a five-show run, featuring new, unreleased material as the musical score.

If you’ve ever felt a longing for escape, a thirst for adventure, wrapped in romance and danger, allow THUNDEROR to be your soundtrack!

Artitst Endorsements: Pearl Drums, Ahead Drumsticks

Shared Stage with: Airbourne, Enforcer, Night Demon

Festival Performances:
July 3-12, 2025 – Toronto Fringe Festival
May 4, 2024 – Gladbeck Metal Bash, DE
Jun 9, 2023 – NADA Fest, PT
July 31, 2022 – Loud As Hell, CA
June 5, 2022 – Muskelrock, SE
May 27, 2022 – Metalheadz Open Air, DEEurope Tour 2024 w/ Tytus
01.05.24 Putzer Bikerfest – Natz-Schabs, IT
02.05.24 Schwarzer Keiler – Stuttgart, DE
03.05.24 South of Heaven – Bilzen, BE
04.05.24 Gladbeck Metal Bash Open Air, DE
05.05.24 Sound Dog – Breda, NL
06.05.24 Logo – Hamburg, DE
07.05.24 Reset Club – Berlin, DE
08.05.24 Black Label – Leipzig, DE
09.05.24 Paunchy Cats – Lichtenfels, DE
10.05.24 Escape – Vienna, AT
11.05.24 Gustaf Pekarna- Maribor, SI
12.05.24 Meskio Bar – Caneva, ITEurope Tour 2023 w/ Kryptos
04.06.23 Fredagsmangel – Stockholm, SE
05.06.23 HM Army Rockclub – Sandviken, SE
06.06.23 Oceanen – Gothenburg, SE
07.06.23 Bastard Club – Osnabrück, DE
08.06.23 Bambi Galore – Hamburg, DE
09.06.23 NADA Fest – Beja, PT
10.06.23 Sala Silikona – Madrid, ES
11.06.23 Razzmatazz 3 – Barcelona, ESCanada Tour 2022 w/ Night Demon
20.09.22 – Montreal, QC @ Piranha Bar
21.09.22 – Ottawa , ON @ Brass Monkey
22.09.22 – Toronto, ON @ Rockpile
23.09.22 – St. John’s, NL @ Columbus HallEurope Tour 2022 w/ Traveler
27.05.22 – Metalheadz Open Air [DE]
28.05.22 – MKNZ – Ilirska Bistrica [SI]
05.06.22 – Muskelrock Festival [SE]
07.06.22 – Copenhagen – Stengade [DK]
08.06.22 – Weimar – Kasseturm [DE]
09.06.22 – Kassel – Goldgrube [DE]
10.06.22 – Oberhausen – Emscherdamm [DE]
11.06.22 – De Verlichte Geest – Roeselare [BE]
12.06.22 – Hamburg – Bambi Galore [DE]
13.06.22 – Pisek – Divadlo Pod Carou [CZ]
14.06.22 – Vienna – Escape [AT]
15.06.22 – Selb – Rockclub Nordbayern [DE]

0 Vancouver’s THE INTERROGATION Returns with “Wicked Happy” – A High-Energy Anthem of Awkwardness, Hope, and Defiance

  • September 19, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · The Interrogation · Uncategorized

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – September 19, 2025

Vancouver’s THE INTERROGATION Returns with “Wicked Happy” – A High-Energy Anthem of Awkwardness, Hope, and Defiance

L-R – Joel French (Lead Vocals, Bass), Thomas Turner (Lead Guitar, Backup Vocals), Sebastian Valdivia (Drums), Erik Nguyen (Rhythm Guitar, Backup Vocals)

Photo Credit – Shimon Karmel

After five years of silence, Canadian pop punk outfit The Interrogation roars back with their electrifying new single “Wicked Happy”, marking the band’s first release since their 2020 debut EP “Posters On My Wall.” Accompanied by a dynamic music video, the track is a bold declaration of phase two for the band, now a full lineup, playing live across British Columbia and gearing up for a wider Western Canadian tour.
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​“Wicked Happy is the first song we’ve released since the band turned from my solo project into a full band. It’s a springboard into everything we’ve become, high-energy, uplifting, and unapologetically real,” says frontman Thom Turner (ex-Freya, ex-Hawthorne Heights touring guitarist).
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Originally conceived in the wake of personal tragedy, The Interrogation began as Turner’s solo project following the loss of his mother in 2018. What started as a cathartic songwriting outlet evolved into a full band with a mission: to turn awkwardness, grief, and isolation into connection, community, and catharsis.
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​“Wicked Happy” delivers exactly that. With punchy guitar riffs, call-and-response vocals between Turner and bassist Joel French (Vultures At Dawn), and a chorus built for gang vocals and mosh pits, the track channels the raw energy of the band’s live shows. Lyrically, it’s a rallying cry for anyone who’s ever felt like they didn’t fit, a message of defiance and self-discovery wrapped in a melodic, riff-driven package.

Turner explains further:

“It’s about never quite fitting in. About reaching beyond what others expect and growing into something stronger than anyone said you could be.”​
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The single also marks French’s debut as a lead vocalist, a role he’s held since 2022. The accompanying music video captures the band’s signature live intensity, no backing tracks, no polish, just pure pop punk sincerity.
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The artwork, created by drummer Sebastian Valdivia, sets the tone: a sun just out of focus, daring you to squint, stretch, and reach for the sky.
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Fans of New Found Glory, Four Year Strong, Coheed and Cambria, and A Day To Remember will find plenty to love in The Interrogation’s sound, described as energetic, catchy, heavy riffs, guitar-driven, and even more in their story. With members hailing from New York, Saskatchewan, Vancouver, and Colombia, the band brings a rich tapestry of backgrounds and influences to their music.
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With more singles planned for early 2026, “Wicked Happy” is just the beginning. For The Interrogation, the message is clear: awkwardness is power, and punk is for everyone.

Watch and listen to the music video for “Wicked Happy” at https://youtu.be/jzvj_FmVhBk

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Add to your Spotify playlist – https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/theinterrogation/wicked-happy​

Single Credits:​
Performed by The Interrogation
Written by Thomas Turner
Produced by The Interrogation
Recorded, mixed, and mastered by Matt Roach at Rain City Recorders
Song Artwork by: Sebastian Valdivia
Member of BMI
MAPL – Canadian Content Artist and Performance
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​Single Band Lineup:​
Joel French – Lead Vocals, Bass
Thomas Turner – Lead Guitar, Backup Vocals
Travis Howie – Rhythm Guitar
Nik Eason – Drums

More info:

​https://www.facebook.com/theinterrogationband​

​https://www.instagram.com/theinterrogation/​

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“Posters On My Wall, a solid EP that combines solid musicianship and stellar songwriting, giving us something positive to latch onto during the pandemic when so many of us sorely needed it. With influences that range from New Found Glory and Story of the Year to Coheed and Cambria, The Interrogation has a sound that is a unique blend of pop-punk with a dash of hardcore and a smidge of old school punk riffage. The band shines on every track whether it’s the harder-hitting “Final Mystery” that touches on feelings of alienation or the summer, feel-good song “Shine” that has the band reminiscing of summers gone by.” – Shutter 16 (2021 – Interview)

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0 HUMAN MISSILE CRISIS Slither New Single “Snake In The Grass” Ahead of Opening For PROPAGANDHI In Halifax Sept 23rd

  • September 19, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Human Missile Crisis · Music News · Uncategorized

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – September 19, 2025​

HUMAN MISSILE CRISIS Slither New Single “Snake In The Grass” Ahead of Opening For PROPAGANDHI In Halifax Sept 23rd

New Two-Track EP “Waste Away” Out Fall 2025

L-R – DJ Vaters – Guitar/Vocals, Matthew MacIsaac – Drums, Justin Boutilier – Bass

Human Missile Crisis is back with a vengeance. The Cape Breton-born, Dartmouth-based trio has just dropped their latest single, “Snake in the Grass,” the first track off their upcoming two-song EP “Waste Away.” The release comes just days before the band opens for punk legends Propagandhi in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on September 23rd (ticket info), marking a major moment in their journey through Canada’s underground rock scene.
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​“Snake in the Grass” is a blistering, danceable anthem that blends fast, fun drums with slidey guitars and a bass solo bridge that’s as unexpected as it is beautiful. Lyrically, it’s a cautionary tale about betrayal and the kind of people who smile to your face while sharpening knives behind your back. Inspired by a surreal walk through a rattlesnake-infested vineyard in Osoyoos, BC, frontman DJ Vaters channels personal experience into a track that’s as cathartic as it is catchy.
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​“This one’s for anyone who’s ever been burned by someone they trusted. It’s upbeat, it’s raw, and it’s got a Bloc Party kind of vibe that we’re really excited to share,” says Vaters.
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The single is part of “Waste Away,” a two-track EP recorded live off the floor with Jamie Foulds, who engineered and mixed the record. The second track, “Mona Lisa,” will follow shortly and offers a more introspective look at the loneliness of night-shift life and the longing for connection. Together, the songs showcase the band’s evolution from heavy punk roots to a more nuanced garage rock/post-punk hybrid.
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Known for their explosive live shows and deep camaraderie, Human Missile Crisis treats every gig like a house party with friends.

“We don’t want fans, we want family. We want people to laugh, sing, and dance with us. That’s the whole point,” says drummer Matt MacIsaac.
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With influences ranging from Idles and Fucked Up to The Hives and Television, Human Missile Crisis continues to carve out a sound that’s both familiar and fiercely their own. “Waste Away” is the follow-up to their 2023 debut album “Liquor Store Stories,” and if “Snake in the Grass” is any indication, the band is only getting louder, sharper, and more honest.
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Catch Human Missile Crisis live with Propagandhi on September 23rd in Halifax, and until then, crank “Snake in the Grass” and dance like nobody’s watching.

Listen to “Snake in the Grass” at the following links:

Spotify – https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/humanmissilecrisis/snake-in-the-grass​

YouTube – https://youtu.be/fPLVlq1qVrE

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More info: https://linktr.ee/humanmissilecrisis​

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“When it comes to partying and being young, there are many “highs” and lows, as Human Missile Crisis draws our attention to in their new single “Too Long.”… The clip gives you a good look at these Dartmouth rockers in action. With fuzzed-out guitars and a garage rock spirit, these three young men know how to command a stage. The video captures what they do best: play live. The band members pride themselves on being a high-octane live act. That’s what the video is meant to emphasize: guys who can rock a stage like they rocked their parents’ garage growing up.” – V13

“With it’s thundering and infectious bassline, crunchy guitars, thrashing drums, and gritty heartfelt vocals, Human Missile Crisis easily achieved the powerful and memorable with “Blackwater”.” – Amplify The Noise

“Three friends and a long-standing passion for punk rock and garage, understood in their most jaunty and enjoyable expressions: they are human missile crisis, here grappling with their recording debut. What is striking right from the start is the light-heartedness that expert frequenters of the reference scene such as DJ VATERS, JUSTIN BOUTILIER and MATTHEW MACISAAC have been able to pour into the nine, lightning-fast moments that make up the album; the verve is ironic and semi-serious, the aim is fun, sarcasm and provocation: all elements which, mixed properly with direct and immediate sounds, come to compose a picture that is nothing short of caustic and full of sparkling ideas. The creativity released by the band is contagious: Liquor Store Stories echoes that kind of spontaneity traditionally inherent in the reference genres. And it offers half an hour of healthy entertainment in the name of bombastic pieces in which technique gives way to the desire to play together, to a sense of friendship that emerges with vigor from the grooves of the work and to a spontaneous and genuine approach. A debut that follows the dictates of tradition, proudly claiming its brilliant originality” – Rock Hard Italy

“I had a weird sensation while listening to the massive punch and swagger of “Liquor Store Stories” by Dartmouth, Nova Scotia based Human Missile Crisis. Not only is the title amazing and sounds like an anthology series on Hulu, the crunchy assaulting guitars, the nimble hyper bass lines, atomic drumming and strident vocal scowling aesthetic had me thinking of a 70’s Mod revival rock band instead of a punk outfit, namely, the iconic JAM. Maybe it is the major 7th and miner chords I think I am hearing, maybe it is the vocal countenance that does have a heavier sort of iteration of Weller, and maybe it is the fury of the bass and drums, of everything really. And it also might be the sense of talking about the inner workings of hometowns. By the way, sonically, I also thought of an amalgam of early punk like the Buzzcocks and more current bangers like Prince Daddy & The Hyena.” -Robb Donker Curtius / American Pancake

“Merging elements of Garage Rock and Post-Punk, they end up delivering an exciting song to the listener, with great melodies and which stands out mainly for its great rhythmic work, with its striking bass line and vocals with great melodies.” -Leandro Vianna / Roadie Metal

“Maybe “Blackwater” from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia based Human Missile Crisis is about wishing those who disappeared from your life well, maybe not. Maybe it is all about the glorious noise, the throttling bass bottom heaviness that kicks you in the gut, maybe not. Maybe it is about finding what you are searching for and not dive deep into the blackness to find it, maybe not. In the end, maybe Human Missile Crisis feels like Black Sabbath, The Dead Kennedys, Coachwhips, Bass Drum of Death atom smashed together into something else entirely, something visceral and impactful.” -Robb Donker Curtius / American Pancake

“”Liquor Store Stories” is a single recently dropped by Nova Scotia-based band, Human Missile Crisis. Boasting an infectious energy equipped with melodic vocal flows and anthemic instrumental work, this is a powerful new tune that delivers a unique blend of styles. Elements of punk, garage rock, indie, and emo are all present here, and the band shines brightly by creatively blending all the influences into one full sound.” -Havoc Underground

“”Too Long” is a melody that will really provoke something powerful and luminous in you with its most violent and rhythmic rhythms, capable of awakening the monster that you keep inside of you, this band will shake you with this crazy song bathed in the best alternative sounds and aggressive sounds of punk fused with the darkness of a more balanced rock.” -End Sessions

“‘Too Long’ by Human Missile Crisis is an energetic, aggressive and dark punk and rock whose instruments provide an auditory explosion in the best of the senses, causing a piece of music full of rhythm to be manufactured. While listening to the song I couldn’t stop moving my head back and forth because of how catchy it is, it’s one of those songs that you fall in love with in a second. I loved the song from start to finish and I hope you do too.” -Javier Alfonso / La Caverna

“The album begins with “Do you Remember”, a song that has a powerful guitar in its intro and remains that way, but from the beginning you say this album is not going to stop, it is going to maintain that hard and aggressive rhythm, although They also have California punk songs like “The Spark”, and of course they also have songs like “Distant Memory”, with a slower rhythm, but with the same strength in the voice. This album really has 9 incredible tracks for those who like garage and punk, and also get into slam.” -Miguel Castillo/ La Caverna

“Opening the record is ‘Do You Remember’, a three-minute romp that must be powered by Jack Daniels because the vocals have that tinge of Lemmy about them. The track ebbs and flows for those 180 seconds but always comes back to the punchy punk-rock vibe that is at the core of Liquor Store Stories.” -Dan Hemming / Hard Beat Magazine

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0 EPK – The Interrogation – Wicked Happy (single) (2025)

  • September 12, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · EPKs · The Interrogation · Uncategorized

EPK – The Interrogation – Wicked Happy (single) (2025)

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“Fans who know the catchy melodies from the Posters on My Wall EP will experience a more raw, in-your-face energy with Wicked Happy that screams togetherness and positive energy. As the band’s first release in five years and its first since it began playing live shows, it will inspire fans to be part of the energy of our live performance. We’re aiming to send the energy of our live show through the listener’s speakers with this single. In an era where so many pop punk recordings are full of production, Wicked Happy brings the same experience in the recording as it does live. The gang vocals in the chorus aim to make everyone a part of the performance.” – The Interrogation

For fans of A Day to Remember, New Found Glory, The Story So Far, Four Year Strong, Bayside

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“Posters On My Wall, a solid EP that combines solid musicianship and stellar songwriting, giving us something positive to latch onto during the pandemic when so many of us sorely needed it. With influences that range from New Found Glory and Story of the Year to Coheed and Cambria, The Interrogation has a sound that is a unique blend of pop-punk with a dash of hardcore and a smidge of old school punk riffage. The band shines on every track whether it’s the harder-hitting “Final Mystery” that touches on feelings of alienation or the summer, feel-good song “Shine” that has the band reminiscing of summers gone by.”  – Shutter 16 (2021 – Interview)

[Download Single Cover | Download Single Lyrics]

Band: The Interrogation
Single Title: Wicked Happy
Single Length: 3:38
Release Date: September 19, 2025
Label: Self-Release
Distribution: Distrokid
Single Credits:
Performed by The Interrogation
Written by Thomas Turner
Produced by The Interrogation
Recorded, mixed and mastered by Matt Roach at Rain City Recorders
Song Artwork by: Sebastian Valdivia
Member of BMI
MAPL – Canadian Content Artist and PerformanceSingle Band Lineup:
Joel French – Lead Vocals, Bass
Thomas Turner – Lead Guitar, Backup Vocals
Travis Howie – Rhythm Guitar
Nik Eason – Drums

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About The Single Album Artwork

Done by Sebastian Valdivia, our drummer and newest addition, it sets the mood. The sun is shining, but just out of focus. Making you squint and strive to reach for the sky.

About The Single (LYRICALLY & MUSICALLY):

Wicked Happy starts with a punchy, high-energy guitar riff that instantly gets a crowd moving. The call and response vocals between Joel and Thom in the verses propel the song forward and build the song’s momentum for the half-time chorus, with its “reach for the sky” gang vocals earworm. The driving outro that begins by asking “so what’s stopping you?” is the landing for this song of hope and inspiration, with the mosh pit feel flowing right through to the final chord.

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FUN FACTS – STORY ANGLES:

1. The Interrogation is a band based on the story of Daren and his family. Through struggle, loss, and isolation, they find their way to unity through love and positivity. Spanning multiple lives, time periods and states of being the truth of their destinies is sewn.

2. Our 2020 EP Posters on My Wall was recorded by Kevin Billingslea, who has produced several Lamb of God albums. All instruments on the EP were played by Thomas Turner, with the exception of drums.

3. Thomas Turner is a graduate of the Berklee College of Music and once served as a touring guitarist for Hawthorne Heights.

4. We come from a wide variety of backgrounds, with Thomas born and raised in upstate New York (now a permanent resident in Canada), Joel born and raised in Saskatchewan, Erik born and raised in Vancouver with a Vietnamese family background, and Sebastian born in Peru and raised in Colombia (now a Canadian citizen).

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L-R – Joel French (Lead Vocals, Bass), Thomas Turner (Lead Guitar, Backup Vocals), Sebastian Valdivia (Drums), Erik Nguyen (Rhythm Guitar, Backup Vocals)

Photo Credit – Shimon Karmel

Born from grief and forged in resilience, The Interrogation is a high-energy pop punk band from the Pacific Northwest that blends raw emotion with infectious hooks and heavy riffs. Founded in 2018 by Thom Turner (Freya, touring guitarist for Hawthorne Heights) as a solo project following the loss of his mother, the band began as a personal outlet, a way to wrestle with pain through songwriting. What started as four deeply personal demos became the 2020 debut EP “Posters On My Wall”, released with the help of longtime friend and producer Kevin Billingslea.

Originally never intended for the stage, The Interrogation evolved into a full band through the support of close friends and fellow musicians. Their live debut came in 2023, and with it, a new chapter of connection, catharsis, and crowd-surfing chaos. Their sound, described in five words as energetic, catchy, heavy riffs, guitar-driven, channels the spirit of bands like New Found Glory, Four Year Strong, Coheed and Cambria, and A Day To Remember, while carving out a voice that’s distinctly their own.

Their latest release, the single “Wicked Happy,” marks the band’s first new music in five years and captures the raw, unfiltered energy of their live shows. With gang vocals, anthemic choruses, and lyrics that speak to the outsider in all of us, the track is a rallying cry for self-expression and emotional honesty. It’s a celebration of awkwardness, defiance, and the power of reaching beyond what others expect.

At the heart of The Interrogation is Thom’s songwriting, a process that begins with a hook and builds outward from the emotional impact of a single phrase. While Thom writes the core of each song, the band collaborates to refine and elevate the material, adding their own flavor and fire to every track. Bassist Joel French, also of Vultures at Dawn, brings fiery vocals and a stage presence that amplifies the band’s dynamic sound.

Live, The Interrogation delivers authenticity and intensity. No backing tracks. No pretense. Just tight harmonies, driving guitars, and a connection that lingers long after the final chord. With more singles planned for release in 2026, the band continues to grow — not just in sound, but in spirit.

For fans who crave catchy melodies, honest lyrics, and a reason to scream along, The Interrogation is more than a band. It’s a movement. One that invites you to reach for the sky — and never settle for less.

Shared Stage with: Chief State, Rong, Halfway Atlantic, Danger Box

Tours and Festivals:
2024 – Vancouver Island mini tour with Danger Box, Red Lenses

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