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.
The Warning Immortalize Iconic Mexico City Performance with ‘Live From Auditorio Nacional’
The unstoppable sisterhood of The Warning is ready to bring the fire of Mexico City into fans’ living rooms with the release of their first-ever official concert film, ‘Live From Auditorio Nacional, CDMX’. Arriving on 4K Blu-ray on April 3, 2026, via Lava/Republic Records, the film captures Dany, Pau, and Ale Villarreal during the most electrifying performance of their career in February 2025. This high-octane production features a setlist packed with hits from their latest globally acclaimed album ‘Keep Me Fed’, including the Latin Grammy-nominated “Qué Más Quieres” and fan favorites like “Automatic Sun” and “Evolve.” The 4K Ultra HD disc is designed for the ultimate home theater experience, featuring immersive Dolby Atmos and 5.1 surround sound audio options.
This release marks a historic milestone for the trio following a year that saw them dominate Billboard’s Emerging Artist chart and secure nominations at the Latin Grammys, VMAs, and EMAs. After a successful theatrical run in over 185 AMC locations and across Mexico, the concert film now arrives with exclusive bonus features, including a behind-the-scenes documentary that offers a deeper look at the band’s journey. By capturing the live debut of the songs that made ‘Keep Me Fed’ the biggest album debut for an all-female rock group this decade, the band is giving their global fanbase a way to relive the exhilaration of that unforgettable night forever.
‘Live From Auditorio Nacional’ Tracklist:
- Intro
- Six Feet Deep
- S!ck
- Satisfied
- Choke
- Dust to Dust
- Dull Knives
- Escapism
- Apologize
- Dany’s Guitar Solo
- Error
- More
- Money
- Survive
- Qué Más Quieres
- Consume
- Burnout
- Sharks
- Intro 404
- Disciple
- Hell You Call A Dream
- Martirio
- Evolve
- Narcisista
- Automatic Sun
Peter DiMaggio Reclaims His Power with New Indie-Pop Anthem “Fly Away”
Award-winning actor, composer, and multi-instrumentalist Peter DiMaggio has returned to the music scene with his most personal work to date, the soaring indie-pop single “Fly Away.” Channeling the anthemic optimism of Coldplay and the atmospheric textures of The 1975, the track serves as a deeply vulnerable exploration of breaking free from toxic cycles. This release marks a significant professional milestone as DiMaggio’s first fully self-written and self-owned project under his newly formed independent label, Passeri Records. By reclaiming his creative power, DiMaggio has crafted a “proof of concept” for independent artistry, blending his background in musical theater and film into a cohesive, cinematic sound that highlights his growth as a storyteller.
The release is accompanied by an ambitious music video that bridges the gap between DiMaggio’s various disciplines, including acting, dance, and fight choreography. Directed by Annette Milburn and featuring a massive collaborative effort from a team of independent filmmakers, the video includes a stunning 47-second one-take sequence involving over fifty cast and crew members. This project arrives amidst a busy season for the Columbus-born artist, who recently earned an Elliot Norton Award and is set to appear in upcoming productions of ‘Lizard Boy’ and ‘A Christmas Carol’. “Fly Away” serves as a bold introduction to a larger body of work arriving this spring, proving that through focused collaboration, independent artists can deliver industry-quality art while maintaining full creative control.
Robin Trower Unveils Explosive Live Performance of “Too Rolling Stoned”
British blues legend Robin Trower has shared a blistering live rendition of his classic “Too Rolling Stoned,” the latest preview from his upcoming live album ‘One Moment In Time: Live In The USA’. Set for release on January 30, 2026, the fourteen-track collection captures the veteran guitarist in peak form during his acclaimed 2025 summer tour across America. Recorded at iconic venues like the Music Box at the Borgata and Tupelo Music Hall, the album strikes a masterful balance between career-defining hits from his 1974 masterpiece ‘Bridge Of Sighs’ and fresh material from his recent studio effort ‘Come And Find Me’. Trower remains a formidable force on his signature Fender Stratocaster, backed by the seamless chemistry of his power trio featuring Richard Watts on bass and vocals and Chris Taggart on drums.
The upcoming album serves as a definitive document of Trower’s enduring legacy, showcasing the “three-headed beast” of his band as they navigate the shifting dynamics of his most fabled compositions. Beyond the roar of “Day of the Eagle,” the setlist includes deep cuts and surprises like “Rise Up Like The Sun” and “Distant Places Of The Heart,” a nod to his past collaboration with the late Jack Bruce. For Trower, the goal of this live collection is to translate the emotional elation of his front-row experience to home speakers, capturing the raw volume and 100% commitment that has defined his sixty-year career. As the 80-year-old gunslinger moves through psych-blues masterclasses and funky industrial rhythms, ‘One Moment In Time’ proves that his stage presence remains as powerful and life-affirming as ever.
Blush Puppy Drowns Out the Noise with New Single “Under The Water”
Coventry newcomers Blush Puppy are closing out 2025 with an electrifying fusion of emo, grunge, and alternative metal on their latest single, “Under The Water.” Released via Venn Records, the track serves as a hauntingly melodic preview of their upcoming debut EP, Here You Dream, and features crystal-clear production from two-time Grammy winner Adrian Bushby. The song masterfully balances early 2000s nostalgia with modern rock intensity, anchored by the band’s signature three-way vocal harmonies. Frontman Ciaran O’Sullivan describes the track as a “submerged, dreamlike space,” born from a rare moment of full-band collaboration in a freezing garden shed that served as their creative sanctuary.
The release is accompanied by a cinematic music video that uses a surreal, “Alice in Wonderland” inspired tea party as a metaphor for mental health and escapism. According to the band, the imagery of drowning represents the heavy burden of keeping internal “monsters” hidden, while the act of letting go symbolizes the euphoria found in vulnerability and shared experience. Drawing influence from acts like Deftones and Boston Manor, Blush Puppy is successfully turning personal struggles into a high-energy, cathartic anthem. With their debut EP set to arrive on March 27, 2026, the quartet is quickly establishing themselves as a bold new voice in the UK’s alternative scene.
Des Rocs Announces 2026 “The Juice” North American Headline Tour
Rock powerhouse Des Rocs has officially announced his first major headline tour of 2026, a twenty-three-date coast-to-coast trek kicking off this March. Known for his “bedroom arena rock” sound and legendary high-octane stage presence, the artist is promising his most electric performances to date following the release of his latest stadium-sized anthem, “The Juice.” The tour will see him performing at iconic venues across North America, from the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles to a massive hometown finale at the Gramercy Theatre in New York City. This run follows a significant rise in his profile as a rebellious spirit in the modern rock scene, with Des promising to push the energy to the absolute limit every night for an unforgettable live experience.
DES ROCS 2026 TOUR DATES:
March 17 – Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West
March 18 – St Augustine, FL @ The Saint Augustine Amphitheatre
March 19 – Tampa, FL @ Yuengling Center
March 21 – Orlando, FL @ Kia Center
March 24 – Dallas, TX @ House of Blues Cambridge Room
March 25 – Houston, TX @ House of Blues Bronze Peacock Room
March 27 – El Paso, TX @ Lowbrow Palace
March 28 – Albuquerque, NM @ Backstage at Revel
March 29 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Rebel Lounge
March 31 – Los Angeles, CA @ El Rey Theatre
April 1 – San Francisco, CA @ Rickshaw Stop
April 3 – Portland, OR @ The Get Down
April 4 – Seattle, WA @ Hidden Hall
April 5 – Spokane, WA @ The Knitting Factory
April 7 – Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory Concert House
April 8 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Soundwell
April 10 – Denver, CO @ Marquis
April 11 – Colorado Springs, CO @ The Black Sheep
April 14 – Chicago, IL @ Bottom Lounge
April 15 – St Louis, MO @ Delmar Hall
April 17 – Columbus, OH @ Skully’s Music Diner
April 18 – Ann Arbor, MI @ The Blind Pig
April 19 – Toronto, ON @ Horseshoe Tavern
April 21 – Worcester, MA @ Worcester Palladium Upstairs
April 22 – New York City, NY @ Gramercy Theatre
Jason Derulo Delivers Festive Magic with Surprise Holiday Single “Miracle”
Global superstar Jason Derulo has officially unwrapped a holiday surprise for his millions of followers with the release of his new Christmas single, “Miracle.” This uplifting anthem, released via Create Music Group, marks a festive shift for the hitmaker, blending his signature pop-R&B vocals with the warm, classic melodies of the season. The track moves beyond grand holiday gestures to reflect on the “real miracles” of everyday life, such as family, unexpected kindness, and quiet moments of gratitude. This release caps off a massive 2025 for Derulo, whose recent pop single “Who Hurt You” dominated the digital landscape with over 316 million streams in just eight weeks, following the viral success of his collaboration with Nora Fatehi on the track “Snake.”
As one of the most influential figures on social media with over 250 million total followers, Derulo is preparing to bring his high-octane stagecraft to fans in person throughout the new year. Following the holiday season, the singer will embark on his highly anticipated “The Last Dance World Tour,” which is set to visit major arenas across the United Kingdom and Europe. The tour officially begins on January 29, 2026, at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow, followed by high-profile stops at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena, London’s The O2, and Dublin’s 3Arena. With high-impact choreography and a setlist spanning from his breakout hits to his latest chart-toppers, the 2026 world tour serves as a celebratory victory lap for an artist who continues to redefine the boundaries of global pop culture.