WEDNESDAY 13 Return with High Octane Live Album “Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025”, Out September 25th

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It was a hot day in the Polish summer, over 750,000 fans had crammed their way into the Czaplinek-Broczyno Airfield for the 2025 Pol’and’Rock Festival, a storied tradition for over 30 years. The Duke of Spook WEDNESDAY 13, hot off his smash hit album Mid Death Crisis (lauded by Metal Hammer, Loudwire, Blabbermouth, and more), took the stage and proceeded to decimate onlookers with a triumphant hit parade, commanding the crowd with excitement and awe. Thankfully, for us all, they had the soundboard tapped, and now that explosive performance will live on forever as Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025, dropping September 25, 2026 via Napalm Records.
 
WEDNESDAY 13 on Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025:
“I’m so excited for the release of our new live album. And it’s not just a live record in front of a few people,  this is the biggest concert we’ve ever played. Over 750,000 + people in attendance for the Pol’and’Rock festival where we deliver one of the most memorable Wednesday 13 concerts of our career.”

Pre-Order Your Copy of Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025 HERE

A career spanning set of both WEDNESDAY 13 and Murderdolls hits, the band journeys through Mr. Motherfucker’s extensive catalogue. With Murderdolls classics like “Summertime Suicide” and “197666”, Weds takes us from the beginning through his solo catalog, featuring Transylvania 90210 hits “Look What The Bats Dragged In” and “Bad Things”, The Dixie Dead’s “Too Fast For Blood”, Horrifier’s “Good Day To Be A Bad Guy”, and a plethora of bangers from Mid Death Crisis including “In Misery”, “When The Devil Commands”, and “Rotting Away”. A bloody good time from beginning to end, this album is meant to be heard with the windows down, your accelerator through the floor, and bats on the moonlit horizon.

Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025 Tracklisting:
1 Blood Fades To Black (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)
2 Look What The Bats Dragged In (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)
3 Too Fast For Blood (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)
4 Rotting Away (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)
5 I Want You Dead (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)
6 When The Devil Commands (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)
7 Summertime Suicide (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)
8 197666 (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)
9 There’s No Such Thing As Monsters (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)
10 In Misery (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)
11 Good Day To Be A Bad Guy (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)
12 Nowhere (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)
13 I Walked With A Zombie (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)
14 Bad Things (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)
15 I Love To Say Fuck (Un-Alive from Pol’and’Rock 2025)

WEDNESDAY 13 LIVE 2026

Alongside the album, WEDNESDAY 13 will be embarking on the extensive Shocktober Blood tour across North America! Kicking off September 23 in San Jose, CA, the tour will haunt a slew of major cities across the United States including Portland, OR, Las Vegas, NV, Raleigh, NC, and Nashville, TN before its conclusion on Halloween in Denver, CO. See below for a complete list of dates!

WEDNESDAY 13
Shocktober Blood Tour
w/Dead On A Sunday
* = WEDNESDAY 13 Only
23.09.26 US – San Jose, CA / The Ritz
25.09.26 US – Seattle, WA / El Corazon
26.09.26 US – Portland, OR / Dante’s
27.09.26 US – Boise, ID / Shrine Social Club
28.09.26 US – Salt Lake City, UT / Urban Lounge
29.09.26 US – Las Vegas, NV / Backstage Bar
01.10.26 US – Anaheim, CA / Parish @ House of Blues
02.10.26 US – Pomona, CA / Glass House
03.10.26 US – Fresno, CA / Sanctuary
04.10.26 US – Los Angeles, CA / Teragram Ballroom*
05.10.26 US – Mesa, AZ / Rosetta Room*
06.10.26 US – Albuquerque, NM / Sunshine Theater
08.10.26 US – Lincoln, NE / Bourbon Theater
09.10.26 US – McHenry, IL / The Vixen*
10.10.26 US – Flint, MI / Machine Shop*
11.10.26 US – Lakewood, OH / Mercury
13.10.26 US – Hamden, CT / Space Ballroom
14.10.26 US – Lowell, MA / Taffeta Music Hall
15.10.26 US – Harrisburg, PA / Capitol City Music Hall
16.10.26 US – Syracuse, NY / The Song & Dance
17.10.26 US – Bensalem, PA / Broken Goblet
18.10.26 US – Clifton, NJ / Dingbatz
20.10.26 US – Leesburg, VA / Tally Ho
22.10.26 US – Raleigh, NC / Chapel of Bones
23.10.26 US – Richmond, VA / Canal Club
24.10.26 US – Columbus, OH / The Kings of Clubs
26.10.26 US – Nashville, TN / Basement East
27.10.26 US – Sauget, IL / Pop’s Nightclub
28.10.26 US – Lawrence, KS / The Bottleneck
30.10.26 US – Colorado Springs, CO / Black Sheep
31.10.26 US – Denver, CO / Marquis Theater*

WEDNESDAY 13 is:
Wednesday 13 – Vocals
Jack Tankersely – Guitar
Ashes    – Lead Guitar
Troy Doebbler   – Bass
Mike Dupke – Drums
 
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PRIDE OF LIONS Share Visualizer for New Single ‘Edge Of Forever’ from Upcoming Album

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Today, PRIDE OF LIONS, led by Jim Peterik and Toby Hitchcock, are proud to share the new single “Edge Of Forever,” taken from their upcoming new album, ‘Unbridled,’ set for release on July 10th via Frontiers Music Srl. Produced by Jim Peterik and mixed by Larry Millas, ‘Unbridled’ marks the eighth studio album from PRIDE OF LIONS. “Edge Of Forever” arrives alongside an official visualizer, available below. 

On the new track, Jim Peterik shares:

“The song ‘Edge Of Forever’ is one of my favorite tracks from our latest PRIDE OF LIONS album- ‘Unbridled.’ But to be honest, I wasn’t sure how are fans would respond to it. It breaks with our tradition of songs of positivity and light and replacing it with with the feeling that the world situation seems to keep getting more and more unsettled posing the question ‘Are we standing at the edge of forever?’ Toby and I offer hope of course for a better world by joining hand and coming together. Peace.”

With ‘Unbridled,’ legendary AOR torchbearers PRIDE OF LIONS return with their eighth studio album, a commanding statement from one of melodic rock’s most enduring acts. Since their formation in 2003 by Jim Peterik — the songwriting force behind anthems like “Eye of the Tiger” and “The Search Is Over” — and powerhouse vocalist Toby Hitchcock, PRIDE OF LIONS have been celebrated for fusing classic melodic sensibilities with modern rock energy. Over two decades later, they remain at the forefront of the genre, consistently delivering songs that resonate with depth, emotion, and unforgettable hooks.
 
‘Unbridled’ is a 12-track journey that showcases the band’s remarkable craft. Every element of the lineup shines: Ed Breckenfeld’s driving drums and percussion lay a solid foundation; Mike Aquino’s lead and acoustic guitars deliver both fire and finesse; Bob Lizik’s bass anchors each arrangement with strength and groove; and Jim Peterik’s keyboards and secondary guitar add lush melodic layers. The signature dual vocal performances from Peterik and Hitchcock — alternately commanding, expressive, and harmonically rich — elevate the songs to new heights.
 
The album is mixed by longtime collaborator Larry Millas, whose work brings clarity, depth, and punch to every track. Standout singles like the title track “Unbridled” — with its striking guitar intro and immediate melodic hook — and “Edge of Forever” underline the band’s ability to craft timeless rock songs that feel both classic and contemporary.

Through ‘Unbridled,’ PRIDE OF LIONS reaffirm their status as masters of melodic rock and AOR. It’s an album that will satisfy longtime fans while serving as a powerful introduction for new listeners, showcasing a band that continues to evolve without ever losing its core identity.

Pre-Order ‘Unbridled’ HERE

‘Unbridled’ Track List:

1. Unbridled
2. Edge Of Forever
3. Don’t Waste A Wish On Me
4. 1000 Long Goodbyes
5. What The Whole World Needs To Know
6. I’ll Be Your Rock
7. Hell Or High Water
8. Ride The Lightning
9. Lose Like A Winner
10. I Can See In The Dark
11. I Can’t Let Go
12. A Mighty Noise

PRIDE OF LIONS are:
Toby Hitchcock and Jim Peterik: Lead Vocals
Ed Breckenfeld: Drums And Percussion
Mike Aquino: Lead Electric And Acoustic Guitar

Keyboards: Jim Peterik
Secondary Guitar: Jim Peterik
Bass Guitar: Bob Lizik

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Swedish Hard Rockers S.O.R.M Release New Single ‘Raise Hell’

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Swedish hard rock powerhouse S.O.R.M unleashes its brand-new stand-alone single, “Raise Hell” – an explosive, riff-driven anthem released in celebration of the band’s upcoming debut appearance at Sweden Rock Festival this June.

Packed with thunderous guitars, massive hooks and the raw energy the Swedish trio is known for, “Raise Hell” perfectly captures the adrenaline and pure rock’n’roll spirit surrounding the band’s upcoming performance at one of Scandinavia’s most iconic rock and metal festivals.

Stream the single HERE

S.O.R.M comments: “Since we finally get to play Sweden Rock in 2026 we wanted to write the ultimate hard rock song. And I think we fuzzing nailed it. So this song is an extension to us and all fans that gonna support us at our first show at Sweden Rock. Hope you guys love it.“

“Raise Hell” is out now via Noble Demon and available on all major streaming platforms.

About S.O.R.M:
Formed in 2017, S.O.R.M quickly made a name for themselves with the release of their outstanding “Hellraiser” EP (2020), which introduced the band to the world and captivated audiences with their infectious hooks right from the start. The band’s 2023 debut album, “Under My Skin” (Noble Demon), further solidified their position in the hard rock scene, featuring guest appearances by legendary guitarists Doug Blair of W.A.S.P. and Nick Petrino of Dee Snider. Get the band’s latest album HERE

S.O.R.M are:
Micke Holm – vocals/ backing guitar
Patrik Sandström – backing vocals/ lead guitar
Johan Östman – Backing vocals/ bass
Robin Wernebratt – Drums

Info:
https://www.facebook.com/sormsweden 
https://www.sormsweden.com 

https://www.instagram.com/sormsweden  
https://linktr.ee/nobledemon 

BIRDLORD Release New Single ‘En Donde Me Perdí’ from Upcoming Album

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Swiss spheric rock trio BIRDLORD continue the ascent toward their highly anticipated debut album with the release of the new single “En Donde Me Perdí”, available now via Octopus Rising / Argonauta Records. Stream the track here: https://tidal.com/track/526315361/u

Taken from the upcoming full-length album Dreams Lie In The Eagle’s Eye, set for release on September 25th, 2026, “En Donde Me Perdí” shows one of the heaviest and most direct sides of the band so far. Built around thick fuzz guitars, driving bass lines and an infectious groove, the track combines psychedelic rock with raw alternative energy and a strong sense of movement.

Rather than turning inward, the song reflects on frustration with a cruel society and the feeling of losing yourself inside systems, numbness and the constant struggle between ethics and profit. Sung in Spanish, “En Donde Me Perdí” balances catchy hooks with dense walls of sound, shifting between hypnotic passages and explosive instrumental moments.

Since forming in Bern in late 2023, BIRDLORD have rapidly evolved from an ambitious underground project into one of the most compelling new names in the European psychedelic and progressive rock scene. The current lineup featuring Lily Lord, Gaia Giacomelli and Köbi Ferber has refined the band’s sound into something sharper, heavier and emotionally layered, balancing explosive energy with atmospheric depth.

With “En Donde Me Perdí”, BIRDLORD offer another immersive preview of an album destined to push their artistic vision even further. More details about Dreams Lie In The Eagle’s Eye will be revealed soon.

For more info:
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https://www.facebook.com/ArgonautaRecords

Legendary Guitarist FRANK MARINO Returning Back to the Stage & Health Is Fine

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The Metal Voice had a Live YOUTUBE Chat with Canada’s legendary guitarist Frank Marino of Mahogany Rush.

In the interview Marino discussed his return to the stage, new music and what’s ahead. Frank Marino will perform a free outdoor concert August 7, 2026 in Montreal’s Little Italy.

Excerpt

When asked about the Free Outdoor concert

‘When they (organizers) asked me to do it (Italfest 2026), so I thought about my Dad and how proud he would be, he is not with us anymore. I said you know what it is free, it’s a special event. my Dad would love it, So yeah I am coming out of Semi Retirement and I will do that. And I will play for 90 minutes.’

When asked if this is the beginning of more shows to come

‘Everybody has been asking me that. I must have had 500 emails asking me that question. I’m not fully retired from playing but I’m fully retired from touring, if you know what that means. Like getting on a bus and having 30,40 gigs or something like that , I’m not going to do that again.  But for special events and or for festivals (possibly)

 When asked about his current health situation  

‘Everything is copacetic but my tooth hurts (laughs)’

SWEET ELECTRIC Release New Single And Video ‘I Remember You’

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Aussie/German rock band Sweet Electric have released a brand new single, with a tragic set of circumstances surrounding it. 

The song “I Remember You” has been dedicated to singer Brad Marr’s mother Debbie who tragically passed away on Tuesday 26th May just 4 days before it’s release, after a short but hard fought battle with Cancer. In a cruel case of life imitating art, the video clip, which features Brad in a hospital while the band watch over him was filmed just 1 week before his mother was diagnosed. 

“My mum was always my biggest fan. We filmed this clip and then my Mum called with the news she was sick. I immediately flew to Australia. When I was there, she wanted to listen to the album and give her honest review as she always has. ‘I Remember You’ was her favourite song. I never showed her the video clip but I promised to dedicate the song to her. I am heartbroken and still in shock as we release this song, I love you Mum”

The band have not yet played the song live but will be touring in the second half of the year to promote the song and upcoming album titled “Something Something Disco” The album is available for pre order on the bands website and tickets for their album tour are on sale now. 

Pre Order “Something Something Disco” here: https:// www.sweetelectricofficial.com 

2026 Tour Dates:
Aug 15 – Nozfest – UK 
Aug 22 – Rock am Hinterland DE
Sept 10 – Luxor – Cologne DE*
 
Sept 12 – Riders Cafe – Lübeck DE* 
Sept 13 – Roadrunners Paradise – Berlin DE* 
Sept 15 – Hellraisers – Leipzig DE* 
Sept 16 – Colos-Saal – Aschaffenburg DE* 
Sept 18 – Backstage Halle – Munich DE* 
Sept 19 – Kultbox – Kempton DE*
 
Sept 20 – Musigburg – Aarburg CH*
Sept 23 – The Globe – Cardiff UK* 
Sept 24 – Bread Shed – Manchester UK*
 
Sept 25 – The Grove – Newcastle UK* 
Sept 27 – Camden Assembly – London UK* 

Oct 14 – Waterfront – Norwich UK+ 
Oct 15 – The Brook – Southampton UK+ 
Oct 16 – The Junction – Cambridge UK+ 
Oct 17 – Union Chapel – London UK+ 
Oct 19 – O2 Academy 2 – Oxford UK+ 
Oct 20 – Komedia – Bath UK+ 
Oct 21 – Corporation – Sheffield UK+ 
Oct 22 – Boiler Shop – Newcastle UK+ 
Oct 23 – Brudenall Social Club – Leeds UK+ 
Oct 24 – KKs Steelmill – Wolverhampton UK + 
Oct 27 – O2 Academy 2 – Liverpool UK+ 
Oct 28 – Old Fire Station – Carlisle UK+ 
Oct 30 – St Lukes – Glasgow UK+ 
Oct 31 – Oran Mor – Glasgow UK+ 

*Supporting The Lazys
+Supporting Hayseed Dixie

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