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Henry J. Star Explores Healing and Identity on Dreamlike Debut Album ‘The Soft Apocalypse’

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Oct 26, 2025

Henry J. Star Explores Healing and Identity on Dreamlike Debut Album ‘The Soft Apocalypse’

Henry J. Star is the sound of self-discovery in motion. The debut project from Knoxville-born musician, producer, and songwriter Devin Badgett, it weaves together strands of Japanese adventure games, ambient textures, and Southern storytelling into a world entirely his own. Each note of his music feels like a step closer to understanding identity, emotion, and belonging — a sonic journal of transformation.

Today, Henry J. Star announces his debut LP, ‘The Soft Apocalypse,’ out October 17 via Acrophase Records. Alongside the announcement comes “Greenway,” the album’s first single — a dreamy, heart-on-sleeve coming-of-age anthem written as an offering to Badgett’s younger self. The song pulses with emotional urgency and melodic grace, capturing that rare blend of nostalgia and hope that defines the project’s spirit.

“Greenway” carries deep personal weight. “It’s about grief,” Badgett shares. “I was mourning the past and my inner child while trying to reconcile my imagined future with the current reality at hand. This song was, in many ways, the final piece of the puzzle.” Written, produced, and performed largely by Badgett in bedrooms and basements across Tennessee, ‘The Soft Apocalypse’ unfolds as a cinematic exploration of memory and healing — shaped by his experiences with family, race, and solitude.

Rooted in the imagination that once drew him into fantasy worlds like The NeverEnding Story, Badgett’s work channels escapism into empathy. ‘The Soft Apocalypse’ is more than a debut — it’s a homecoming. “Greenway” stands as its first glimpse: an emotionally charged, deeply human introduction to Henry J. Star’s vast inner landscape, where sound becomes a form of self-acceptance.

Bad Self Portraits Bare Soul and Sound on Fearless New Album ‘I Think I’m Going to Hell’

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Oct 26, 2025

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Bad Self Portraits Bare Soul and Sound on Fearless New Album ‘I Think I’m Going to Hell’

Bad Self Portraits announce the release of their bold new album ‘I Think I’m Going to Hell,’ a record that trades irony for intensity and detachment for emotional clarity. The Calgary-based band — featuring Ingrid Howell, Cole Kempcke, Connor Paintin, and Jesse White — has crafted a project that feels both intimate and unflinching. From the opening moments of “Pensive,” listeners are drawn into a sound that is confessional, deliberate, and entirely arresting.

Lead singer and songwriter Ingrid Howell writes with fearless precision, cutting to the heart of vulnerability and transformation. Her lyrics anchor a band that knows exactly how to build tension and when to let go, creating a dynamic musical landscape that oscillates between catharsis and quiet reflection. ‘I Think I’m Going to Hell’ captures the weight of self-reckoning and renewal without ever losing its melodic power.

At its core, the album explores Howell’s relationship with her religious upbringing and the complex intersections between love, pain, and personal identity. Tracks like “All Bark No Bite” embody this tension perfectly — lush, layered, and lyrically bracing. It’s a record that demands presence and rewards deep listening, confronting the spaces where belief and doubt blur into something raw and real.

In a move that mirrors their commitment to intentional artistry, Bad Self Portraits are releasing the album through Buy Before You Stream, an initiative encouraging fans to purchase vinyl before digital release. The choice underscores the band’s belief in music as a tactile, personal experience. ‘I Think I’m Going to Hell’ isn’t made for playlists — it’s made for full attention, quiet rooms, and a turntable spinning something that feels like truth.

Willdabeast & Friends Spark Sonic Alchemy on Soulful New Single “It Goes”

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Oct 26, 2025

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Willdabeast & Friends Spark Sonic Alchemy on Soulful New Single “It Goes”

Grand Alliance Music proudly presents “It Goes,” the first single from Willdabeast & Friends. The track unites Washington’s electronic duo Willdabeast — producer Will Glazier and live trombone/flute master Dan de Lisle — with California producer kae low. It’s not just a release, it’s a moment of chemistry, a meeting of musical minds that ignites something rare and powerful.

Though Willdabeast and kae low first met on June 27, 2025, their connection began months before through late-night sessions and shared creative vision. “It Goes” captures that bond, blending shimmering brass, textured bass, and intricate sound design into a hypnotic wall of rhythm and emotion. Every note feels alive, evolving and interlocking in ways that celebrate spontaneity and trust.

Hidden within the song is a touch of family magic: a voice memo of Glazier’s son Wesley saying, “What did you say?” that loops playfully throughout. That tiny, human spark turns into the song’s beating heart — a reminder that collaboration, like family, thrives on curiosity and connection.

For kae low, “It Goes” follows their acclaimed debut EP on Grand Alliance Music. For Willdabeast, it marks another step in a decade-long journey across stages and studios from Gravitas to Muti Music to Super Best Records. Now, with their label Grand Alliance Music, Willdabeast & Friends becomes a celebration of growth, community, and the endless joy of sound.

Staytus Channels Chaos and Catharsis on Industrial-Electronic Single “Headache”

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Oct 26, 2025

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Staytus Channels Chaos and Catharsis on Industrial-Electronic Single “Headache”

Industrial-electronic artist Staytus releases her latest single, “Headache,” now available on all major digital streaming platforms. Produced by acclaimed music producer Sean Beavan (Nine Inch Nails, Slayer), “Headache” offers an intense sonic journey, combining haunting industrial textures with piercing lyrics that confront emotional exhaustion, betrayal, and inner turmoil.

The song’s stark verses and unrelenting chorus paint a vivid portrait of isolation and disillusionment. With lines like “the seeds of pain have been sown” and “I need a break / this I cannot take,” Staytus captures the raw frustration of being trapped in cycles of hurt and deception.

“Headache” is the latest in a series of genre-bending releases from Staytus, known for blending industrial, electronic, and nu-metal elements into a deeply personal and cinematic sound.

Staytus is an emerging force in the industrial-electronic scene, recognized for her emotionally charged compositions and boundary-pushing productions. Working with legendary producers like Sean Beavan and Matt McJunkins, she fuses elements of horror, gaming, and lived experience into powerful soundscapes that resonate with fans of dark, alternative music.

Big Wreck Deliver Explosive Rock Revival on New Album ‘The Rest of the Story’

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Oct 26, 2025

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Big Wreck Deliver Explosive Rock Revival on New Album ‘The Rest of the Story’

Big Wreck have released their highly anticipated new album, The Rest of the Story, via Sonic Unyon Records. Recorded at Noble Street Studios, the album was written, composed, and co-produced by frontman Ian Thornley, alongside acclaimed producer Nick Raskulinecz (Foo Fighters, Deftones, Evanescence, Alice in Chains). With engineering by Chris Holmes, mixing by Eric Ratz (Danko Jones, Cancer Bats, Arkells), and mastering by Andy Vandette (Rush, David Bowie). The project brings together an all-star team to deliver Big Wreck’s most dynamic work to date.

The band unveils the album’s second single, “Holy Roller”—a gritty, groove-laden track accompanied by a vintage technicolour video that taps into the raw energy and charisma fans have come to expect. It’s a testament to Big Wreck’s enduring artistry—explosive, soul-stirring, and unmistakably their own.

The Rest of the Story Track Listing:

1. Staff Party
2. Holy Roller
3. Believer
4. Short Bangs
5. Out of Range
6. Around
7. Laws of Man
8. Dog with a Gun
9. Escaping in Place
10. Labour Day
11. Hills

Daedric Unleash Chaos and Catharsis on Ferocious New Album ‘As The Light Left’

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Oct 26, 2025

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Daedric Unleash Chaos and Catharsis on Ferocious New Album ‘As The Light Left’

Daedric has released their sophomore album, As The Light Left, an album forged in both chaos and catharsis. With an unrelenting blend of nu-metal grit, cinematic darkness, and raw vulnerability, Daedric pushes their sound further than ever before, channelling pain, nostalgia, and primal fury.

The album opens with “The Other Terror,” fueled by a mental breakdown and relentless guitar riffs keeping the chaos sharp and direct. With unnerving screams and a tempo that mirrors the energy of fan-favourite “Nirn,” it sets the tone for an album that refuses to hold back. “Sand Tiger” stomps onto the scene like a nu-metal time capsule from the early 2000s, gritty, groovy, and scratched to hell. Inspired by the Cave of Wonders from Aladdin and built from a Linkin Park-esque synth loop, the track fuses live and electronic drums with existential lyrical weight.

Then there’s “Callous,” a song that almost didn’t survive. The track was set to be delivered to the mixing engineer when the band collectively decided to tear it apart and rebuild it from the ground up. What emerged was a modern, emotionally devastating anthem about betrayal and self-inflicted retribution. It’s Daedric at their most emotionally and sonically unpredictable. “Night Mother” is the song that truly marks the start of the album’s creation and all the turbulence that came with it to become a cornerstone of the album’s tone: brooding, cinematic, and deeply human.

Throughout As The Light Left, Daedric strips away polish in favour of pain, letting raw emotion bleed through genre-bending production and ferocious vocals. It’s not an album of easy answers or tidy resolutions. It’s the sound of collapse and creation, of dancing on the edge of the fire, torn between fury and fragility. Born from breakdowns, creative tension, and fearless reinvention, As The Light Left is both a cathartic purge and a statement of artistic intent: Daedric refined, but still untamed.

Woodhawk Roar Back With Thunderous New Album ‘Love Finds a Way’ and Cross-Canada Tour

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Oct 26, 2025

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Woodhawk Roar Back With Thunderous New Album ‘Love Finds a Way’ and Cross-Canada Tour

After five years, Calgary’s stoner groove rock trio Woodhawk is back on the road, roaring across Canada from August through October. The tour celebrates their electrifying new album ‘Love Finds a Way,’ released June 6 via Grand Hand Records. Fans can expect a thunderous set filled with new tracks and classics, each powered by the raw intensity and joy that make Woodhawk one of Canada’s most magnetic live acts.

‘Love Finds a Way’ captures a moment of transformation for the trio. The album bridges the band’s heavy rock roots with new emotional depth, layering in melody and atmosphere while keeping the irresistible grooves that pulse through every riff. It’s Woodhawk’s biggest sound yet – confident, soulful, and unapologetically loud.

Themes of darkness, healing, and hope drive the record forward, with longtime collaborator Jesse Gander adding cosmic synth textures that expand the band’s reach. Guitarist and vocalist Turner Midzain, bassist Mike Badmington, and drummer Kevin Nelson channel five years of evolution into every beat, riff, and roar. This is a band that plays from the heart and aims straight for the soul.

“We are over the moon to get this album out,” the band shares. “It really is a journey of getting out of the darkness and into the light. Check in with your friends and loved ones. Hug the ones you love. Be nicer to each other. Love will always prevail and be stronger than anything else. After ten years of being a band, I feel like we are still just getting started!”

How to Use Multistreaming to Reach More Music Fans

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Oct 26, 2025

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By Mitch Rice

They say music is food for the soul. No one expected live music to travel beyond concert halls. Today, technology makes that possible in surprising ways. A singer in their bedroom can reach a massive audience. It might rival the crowd of a concert hall. In the past, fans only enjoyed live music at concerts. Others had to listen on the radio. Not everyone can attend a concert in person. Many now enjoy live music through streams on their devices. Multistreaming takes this to another level. It allows one performance to reach fans on every platform.

Why Multistreaming Matters for Reaching Music Fans

Fans love live content because it feels authentic and interactive. Facebook Live videos get triple the engagement of regular videos. People enjoy the real-time connection. Some dance in a concert hall. Others watch from their living room.

Live streaming is now mainstream. Over one-quarter of internet users watch live streams each week. But these viewers are spread across many different platforms. Over half of live stream viewers use YouTube. Around 42% watch on Facebook Live. Many others prefer Instagram or TikTok. No single platform reaches all your fans. Multistreaming fixes that. It’s like playing on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram at once. You’re everywhere your audience likes to watch. That means more viewers and higher engagement. It also leads to more new fans discovering your music.

Live streaming also breaks geographic barriers. Someone anywhere in the world can enjoy your performance live. That kind of global reach is impossible with in-person shows.

How to Use Multistreaming to Reach More Music Fans

Ready to share your music with the widest audience possible? Multistreaming might sound technical, but it’s quite straightforward. Here’s how to do it:

Plan Your Live Stream Event

Decide what you want to stream and when. It could be a live concert. Maybe a casual jam session or a Q&A with fans. Pick a time when your audience is likely online. Let your followers know the plan ahead of time. Post the stream date and time on your social media. Planning and promotion will ensure fans show up to watch.

Pick a Multistreaming Platform

Streaming to multiple sites at once requires a special tool. Choose a multistreaming platform that makes it easy. This way, you only have to stream once. It will broadcast your video to all selected sites. Everything goes live at the same time. You don’t need extra devices. You also won’t need to upload the video multiple times. The Best platform for music live streaming is OneStream Live, which lets you broadcast to 45+ platforms at once. It works right from your browser. No complicated setup is needed. OneStream Live also combines your live chats in one place. You can see and respond to every fan’s comment. You can schedule pre-recorded videos to play as live streams. That gives you flexibility to stream content anytime.

Set Up Your Stream

Sign up for OneStream Live. Link your social channels within the app. It usually only takes a few clicks. Once everything is connected, create your stream. Write a catchy title and description for your live session. These details will appear on each platform. Make them grab viewers’ attention. Do a quick test stream to check everything. Test your camera, microphone, and connection.

Go Live and Engage Your Fans

Engage with your viewers on all platforms during the stream. Greet your audience and acknowledge their comments or song requests. Fans on different sites can all watch together now. Try to interact with everyone. For example, answer a question from a YouTube viewer. Then give a shout-out to a commenter on Facebook. This makes each viewer feel included. Involving your fans makes the stream more enjoyable for them. They will also stick around longer. When viewers feel valued, they may even share the stream. They might invite friends to join as well. This can grow your reach even more.

Keep the Momentum Going

Don’t make multistreaming a one-time thing. Go live regularly to keep your audience growing. Consider maintaining a regular schedule. Go live at the same time each week. That way, fans know when to tune in. Some artists even run live streams 24/7 by looping content. They keep something playing at all hours. OneStream Live makes this easy. You can schedule a playlist of pre-recorded videos. They will stream non-stop on your channel. Your stream will be live whenever fans check their phones. That means more people have a chance to find you. Be sure to save your streams or highlights. People who missed the live show can watch the recording. It will get them excited for your next stream.

Final Thoughts

Multistreaming allows you to be on every stage at once. It might seem like extra work at first. But tools like OneStream Live make it easy and accessible. Have you been thinking about expanding your online audience? Now is the perfect time to try multistreaming. You don’t need fancy gear or a big budget. Passion and a reliable internet connection are enough.

Remember, authenticity matters more than perfection. Your fans will appreciate the real connection. So go ahead and hit “Go Live” on all channels. Your next biggest fan could be watching from anywhere.

Data and information are provided for informational purposes only, and are not intended for investment or other purposes.

In Transmission Elevate Emotion and Atmosphere on Expansive New EP ‘Betterment’

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Oct 26, 2025

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In Transmission Elevate Emotion and Atmosphere on Expansive New EP ‘Betterment’

Southern California post-rock/indie group In Transmission release for their new EP, Betterment, is out now, and it’s a a cinematic and emotionally expansive collection that marks the next chapter in the band’s evolution. The EP was produced by Beau Burchell (Saosin, Chevelle, Senses Fail, ERRA) and showcases the group’s continued growth into a more vocal-forward, alternative-driven sound.

To mark the announcement, the band has released a brand-new music video for the lead single “Catching Up.” The track blends atmospheric textures with raw vulnerability, offering a glimpse into the emotional depth and dynamic range of the Betterment EP. Drums for the record were tracked in the tranquil isolation of the San Gabriel Mountains at Pale Moon Ranch, with the remaining recording taking place at Burchell’s private studio in Temecula, California. The EP was mastered by Alan Douches (West West Side Music)

Betterment is a meditation on personal growth, healing, and the quiet moments that shape transformation, delivered with In Transmission’s signature blend of post-rock intensity and ambient layering. Leaning further into post-hardcore and alt-rock influences, the EP fuses heavy rhythms with Martin Diaz’s layered, immersive vocals that serve as another instrument in the mix. Lyrically, it calls for both individual and societal reflection, an urgent message to “do better” in a world that desperately needs it.

Formed in 2011 by guitarist/vocalist Martin Diaz (formerly of hardcore act Mikoto), In Transmission began as an outlet to explore spacey, melodic soundscapes influenced by post-rock pioneers like Explosions in the Sky, Mogwai, and Sigur Rós. Joined by longtime friends Garrett Carroll (drums, A Music Box Serenade), Daniel Cardoza (guitar, A Fall Farewell), Darrell Schwaigger (bass), and Jerome De Leon (guitar), the band has evolved from instrumental crescendos to a sound rooted in post-rock, indie, and heavier rock-influenced textures.

Betterment Track Listing:

1. Catching Up (Listen)
2. Moving On
3. Learning
4. Doing Better
5. Taking Care

Toosii Turns Heartache Into Triumph With Soul-Stirring New Single “Even Then”

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Oct 26, 2025

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Toosii Turns Heartache Into Triumph With Soul-Stirring New Single “Even Then”

Platinum-selling recording artist Toosii delivers a deeply personal and emotionally charged new single titled “Even Then” via South Coast Music Group/Capitol Records. Known for his vulnerability and melodic storytelling, Toosii once again showcases his ability to turn pain into power, crafting an anthem of resilience, growth, and bittersweet goodbyes.

Toosii has been teasing “Even Then” on social media for weeks before its release, which had fans anticipating the song with a fever pitch. He recently brought his captivating performance to the heart of Music City, tearing down the stage at the River on the Rooftop free concert event in Nashville. The intimate setting allowed Toosii to perform several of his beloved songs, including the chart-topping “Favourite Song,” “Even Then,” and two unreleased tracks, much to the delight of fans.

Toosii’s last album, JADED, arrived in October 2024 and included his Billboard Hot 100 top-five hit record “Favorite Song.” Toosii’s sold-out 2023 headline tour affirmed his status as one of music’s most in-demand live acts, and he closed out the year playing arenas across the U.S. as one of the opening acts on Rod Wave’s Nostalgia Tour.