ACM Award-winning singer-songwriter Greylan James has officially closed the book on his viral storytelling series with the release of “Hold It Down (The After Demo)” via Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment. Co-written with Blake Pendergrass, the track serves as the final emotional thread in the narrative arc that began this summer with the radio hit “Water At A Wedding.” While the original single introduced an uneasy bride and a hidden secret, the subsequent releases “Give Me A Second (The Before)” and “Pullin’ From A Bottle” filled in the gaps of a relationship’s turbulent final days and late-night regrets. “Hold It Down (The After Demo)” brings the journey full circle, capturing a sense of enduring loyalty and providing a definitive resolution to the drama that has captivated fans across social media and country radio. With this chapter finished, the Knoxville native is already signaling a massive 2026, promising a new wave of music and live shows on the horizon.
Pink Floyd Celebrate 50th Anniversary Of ‘Wish You Were Here’ With Massive Reissue
Pink Floyd has officially released the 50th-anniversary edition of their era-defining masterpiece, ‘Wish You Were Here’, via Sony Music. This comprehensive reissue offers an immersive look into the band’s eighth studio album, featuring a new Dolby Atmos mix by James Guthrie and a treasure trove of rarities. At the heart of the collection are six previously unreleased studio demos and alternate versions, alongside 16 live recordings from the band’s 1975 Los Angeles Sports Arena performance—meticulously restored by Steven Wilson from the legendary Mike Millard bootlegs. The release has already garnered five-star acclaim, with critics hailing it as the most humanistic entry in the rock canon and a timeless reflection on absence and the music industry.
The anniversary is marked by a multi-disciplinary creative surge, including an epic tribute poem titled “Dear Pink Floyd” by UK Poet Laureate Simon Armitage and a series of commissioned paintings by Noel Fielding honoring the legacy of Syd Barrett. To further engage the global fanbase, four-day pop-up shops have launched today in London, Barcelona, Los Angeles, and Paris in collaboration with News & Coffee Studio. These kiosks offer exclusive, numbered editions of the revived ‘Brain Damage’ fanzine and limited commemorative merchandise, allowing fans to step physically into the visual world of the album.
Available in various formats including a 3LP set, 2CD, and a massive Deluxe Box Set, the collection is designed to be the definitive document of this mid-70s peak. The Deluxe version features the album on exclusive clear vinyl, the ‘Live At Wembley 1974’ performance, and a Blu-ray containing restored concert screen films and a Storm Thorgerson short film. From the soaring movements of “Shine On You Crazy Diamond” to the biting critique of “Have A Cigar,” this 50th-anniversary release ensures that the emotional weight and sonic innovation of ‘Wish You Were Here’ remain as relevant today as they were a half-century ago.
Hard Rock Supergroup Armageddon Celebrate 50th Anniversary With Limited Edition Vinyl
Cult hard-rock supergroup Armageddon is celebrating the 50th anniversary of their 1975 self-titled debut with a special limited edition reissue via Deko Entertainment. Originally formed in 1974, the band featured an incredible pedigree of musicians, including Yardbirds vocalist Keith Relf, Captain Beyond drummer Bobby Caldwell, and Steamhammer members Martin Pugh and Louis Cennamo. This anniversary edition has been meticulously remastered and repackaged in a high-quality gatefold sleeve on 180g “Atomic Red” vinyl, limited to just 500 copies worldwide. To mark the milestone, a special bundle of 100 copies includes a 10×10 print signed by the three surviving members—Caldwell, Cennamo, and Pugh—offering fans a rare connection to the legendary 1975 sessions. With a tracklist that blends blues-rock, progressive arrangements, and heavy riffs, ‘Armageddon’ remains a pivotal “lost classic” that showcases the band’s undeniable chemistry and technical prowess before Relf’s tragic passing in 1976.
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Toys That Kill Announce First New Album In A Decade ‘Triple Sabotage’
San Pedro punk legends Toys That Kill are officially returning with ‘Triple Sabotage’, their first full-length studio album in ten years, set for release on February 20, 2026, via Recess Records. Born from the ashes of the seminal hardcore outfit F.Y.P, the band—featuring Todd Congelliere, Sean Cole, Chachi Ferrara, and Jimmy Felix—continues to master the “TTK thump,” a heavy, heart-stopping rhythm that grounds their signature blend of melodic pop-punk. The twelve-track collection includes the recently released singles “The Cutting Board” and “Backwash Me The Antidote,” two-minute “boppers” that prove the quartet hasn’t lost the raw energy or pitch-dark humor that defined their previous efforts like ‘Sentimental Ward’. Drawing from a rich lineage of influences ranging from The Replacements to The Buzzcocks, ‘Triple Sabotage’ finds the band deconstructing rock ‘n’ roll pretension into its simplest, most vital elements: energy, guitar, and heart. Listen here.
Vreid Announce New Album And Unleash Single “From These Woods”
Black metal veterans Vreid have officially announced their upcoming album ‘The Skies Turn Black’, set for release on March 6, 2026, via Indie Recordings. Marking five years since their last offering, the album represents both a return to the band’s core Sognametal identity and a leap into their most ambitious musical territory to date. To celebrate the announcement, the band has unleashed the lead single “From These Woods,” a track born in a remote mountain cabin that crystallized into a centerpiece of the eleven-song collection. Produced alongside Anders Nordengen and featuring handcrafted artwork by Kim Holm, the record was born from a demanding creative process that pushed the group to their limits. Thirty years into their career, Vreid continues to build momentum, and following the album’s arrival, they will embark on a major European tour alongside Hypocrisy, Abbath, and Vomitory to bring their signature sound back to the stage.
Prince Reissues ‘HITnRUN Phase One’ and ‘Phase Two’ for Tenth Anniversary
NPG Records and Paisley Park Enterprises, in partnership with Legacy Recordings, have announced a tenth-anniversary reissue of Prince’s final studio albums, ‘HITnRUN Phase One’ and ‘HITnRUN Phase Two’. Scheduled for release on January 30, 2026, this landmark event marks the first time both titles will be available on official vinyl, alongside a return to print on CD. ‘HITnRUN Phase One’, originally released in September 2015, showcased an experimental and funky collaboration with co-producer Joshua Welton, featuring contributions from artists like Rita Ora and Lianne La Havas. Its successor, ‘HITnRUN Phase Two’, arrived just months later as the final album released during Prince’s lifetime. Deeply rooted in social consciousness, the record is highlighted by the poignant track “Baltimore,” which addressed the death of Freddie Gray. These reissues provide a definitive look at the Purple One’s prolific final year, preserving the “weird and super funky” spirit of his Hit n Run pop-up era for a new generation of listeners.
‘HITnRUN Phase One’ Tracklist:
- Million $ Show
- Shut This Down
- Ain’t About 2 Stop
- Like A Mack
- This Could B Us
- Fallinlove2nite
- X’s Face
- Hardrocklover
- Mr. Nelson
- 1000 X’s & O’s
- June
‘HITnRUN Phase Two’ Tracklist:
- Baltimore
- Rocknroll Loveaffair
- 2 Y. 2 D.
- Look At Me, Look At U
- Stare
- Xtralovable
- Groovy Potential
- When She Comes
- Screwdriver
- Black Muse
- Revelation
- Big City
Paradise Lost Unveil Cinematic Video For “Salvation”
Gothic metal pioneers Paradise Lost have released a stunning new music video for “Salvation,” a standout track from their critically acclaimed new album ‘Ascension’. Directed by longtime collaborator Ash Pears, the cinematic visual offers a surprisingly optimistic interpretation of the song’s themes of transgression and higher power, focusing on a symbolic beacon passed between individuals. ‘Ascension’ marks the band’s first studio effort in five years and was produced by guitarist Gregor Mackintosh, featuring a mix of morose despair and massive riffs on tracks like “Tyrants Serenade” and “Silence Like The Grave.” Adorned with artwork by George Frederic Watts, the album solidifies the band’s unyielding creative vision as they continue to lead the genre they helped define decades ago, blending atmospheric depth with searing guitar solos and profound lyrical themes.
Whiskey Myers Returns Home for Eighth Annual Wiggy Thump Festival
Genre-defying powerhouse Whiskey Myers is set to return to their roots for the eighth annual Wiggy Thump Festival on April 25, 2026, in Palestine, Texas. The hometown heroes will headline a stacked lineup featuring Stoney LaRue, The Band Feel, and 79 South, continuing a beloved tradition that combines high-octane live music with community impact. To date, the festival has raised over $250,000 for the Anderson County Youth Livestock Association, a testament to the band’s commitment to their East Texas heritage. This announcement follows the release of their seventh studio album, ‘Whomp Whack Thunder’, an 11-track project that captures the sweat and soul defining their independent career. After a massive 2025 that included co-headlining dates with the Tedeschi Trucks Band and their own curated Moon Crush music vacation, the six-man band is ready to bring their elevated signature sound back to the fans where it all began.
The festival remains a cornerstone of the band’s connection to their community, serving as a primary fundraiser for local youth programs while delivering one of the most anticipated live shows in the region. Fans attending the 2026 event can expect an explosive setlist featuring new material from ‘Whomp Whack Thunder’ alongside the heavy-hitting classics that have earned the group multi-platinum status.
Atavistia Unleashes Reimagined Orchestral Metal Epic ‘The Winter Way (Reforged)’
Epic metal force Atavistia has officially returned with ‘The Winter Way (Reforged)’, a complete ground-up reconstruction of their landmark 2020 album. Released via Blood Blast Distribution, this new version is far more than a simple remaster; it features entirely new recordings, reworked arrangements, and modernized orchestral elements that finally align with founder Mattias Sippola’s original vision. The album is spearheaded by the dramatic single “Eternal Oceans (Reforged),” which showcases the band’s ability to balance lower-tuned, heavy pacing with soaring cinematic atmospheres. This revamped track includes a brand-new guitar solo and benefited from an intentional “de-cluttering” process, ensuring that the most powerful melodic and rhythmic themes hit with maximum impact. Produced, mixed, and mastered by Sippola at Atavistic Studios, the project benefits from the addition of Spencer Budworth’s ferocious backing growls and refined performances from drummer Max Sepulveda and bassist D’wayne Murray. By overhauling the production and sharpening the songwriting, Atavistia has transformed a defining moment in their history into a dynamic and thrilling masterpiece of extreme orchestral metal.
Konrad Kinard Unveils Avant-Garde Soundscape on ‘War Is Family’
Texas-born composer and performance artist Konrad Kinard has released his most ambitious work to date, ‘War Is Family (Surviving the Cold War and the Unraveling of an Imagined America)’. Described by the multi-instrumentalist as a “radio drama without the drama or the radio,” the twenty-track album is a haunting exploration of childhood memories shaped by the atomic anxieties of Cold War-era Texas. Produced and mastered by Fredrik Kinbom in Berlin, with additional engineering from Boris Wilsdorf of Einstürzende Neubauten fame, the project weaves together spoken word, sound collages, and traditional instrumentation. From the ominous opening of “Born A Texan” to the reflective “A Texas Summer Night,” Kinard reconstructs the psychological terrain of a generation raised under the shadow of Sputnik and the eternal threat of annihilation. By blending field recordings and existential monologue, this sonic elegy serves as a deeply personal letter from the past to the present, solidifying Kinard’s reputation as a master of experimental narrative performance.