Tag: hard rock
August 6, 2023
Red just dropped a heavy new song titled “Surrogates” and the first from their new album “Rated R” that drops on September 29th. You can preorder the album right here (at their official website). Check out the song and tracklist for the new album below this post.… Continued →
August 2, 2023
As We Are Return With New Song
The band As We Are, are literally back! You might recall that this band released some indie material several years ago and even a release we sold in our online store at one time. Well the band has strengthened their sound and are back in a really big way with their first song in several years titled “Addiction”. You can listen to the song below in lyric video format. The band will release LP2 titled “This Isn’t The End; It’s Only The Beginning” via their new label home, Rottweiler Records on 9/28/23.… Continued →
July 16, 2023
Applehead - Down (Official Music Video)
Finally, we are getting another look at the upcoming Applehead album “The Light Side of The Apple” in this new music video for the track “Down”. Applehead is the music project of Greg Minier from The Crucified. It’s insanely good and sounds amazing. Check out the video below.… Continued →
Project 86 - When The Belfry Speaks (Official Music Video)
Project 86 has released a music video for the new song “When The Belfry Speaks”. Check out the music video below and make sure to give the new album “Omni, Pt. 1” a solid listen. Buy Here.… Continued →
July 8, 2023
Lacey Sturm Releases New Song "Reconcile"
Lacey Sturm is back in that heavy sound with a new song titled “Reconcile”. Not only is it a great song but the amount of lyrical honesty and vulnerability here is quite a delight. Check out the song now on all digital networks (as well as below this message). You can also read the official press release below.… Continued →
June 16, 2023
Islander Launch Documentary and First Independent Album Kickstarter
The heavy rock band known as Islander have just launched a brand new Kickstarter campaign for their first independent album ever. There is also a special documentary that has been produced and can be viewed below this message. Check out the kickstarter campaign by clicking this link right here. Band links right here.… Continued →
Anberlin - Lacerate (Official Music Video)
Anberlin just dropped a brand new song and it is definitely HEAVY in terms of Anberlin. This one is called “Lacerate” and it’s off their upcoming EP titled “Convinced” which you can order at this link here. The EP drops on June 30th! Yeah, I know, wow! This song definitely takes on a combo of Godspeed, Feel Good Drag, We Owe This To Ourselves, and Two Graves.… Continued →
May 17, 2023
Song of the Day: Siloam - Apathy
I first heard this song probably circa 1995 & was immediately intrigued. This Canadian band takes their name from John 9:7 where it talks about the pool of Siloam. Their drummer has a story of where he came to Jesus after almost dying of a drug overdose. This SOTD contains the following lyrics that still make sense to this day: Let’s blame the world’s demise on God’s design, Apathy.
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May 3, 2023
Song of the Day: Autumn's Descent vs Relesser - Burden vs Resistance
Asche is a busy man in the music industry. I have seen him play multiple times. AD has hard rock & gothic overtones & just released the song Every Waking Moment at the time of this SOTD. Relesser has more synth overtones & recently released When the World Falls Apart. Check both bands live if you get the chance.
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April 20, 2023
Song of the Day: Global Warning - Chasm
This band has put out some decent music over the years. They are one of the few bands that has been around since the late 90s whose website is still active (although it doesn’t appear to have been updated in a while). They even have a page dedicated to their songs that charted on Christian rock radio. Check em out If you like the hard rock sound.
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April 18, 2023
Song of the Day: Lordchain: In This Place vs Life Aside
Lordchain is a hard rock band that has released tons of music over the years, but formed in 1990. Their latest released in 2022. In This Place was the first I heard from them, but Life Aside is my fave. Check out the lyrics & maybe you can relate also. No matter how dark this life may get, Jesus is always there waiting for us to return to HIM with open arms.
Sitting in this darkness
I think about my wasted life
Every time I’ve failed you
I sit around and cry
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April 8, 2023
New Skillet Video "Psycho In My Head"
Skillet recently dropped a new video for their track “Psycho In My Head”, off the deluxe edition of their most recent release “Dominion: Day Of Destiny”. The track is certainly more reminiscent of some of the bands older material and both the video and the music here are well worth checking out.… Continued →
New Relent Ep Drops
Nu metal band Relent has released their newest offering, “World War Me” on Rockfest Records. While this release brings the groove heavy riffs fans have come to know and love, the ep also heads into some newer territory, relying more on beats and melodic vocals. In all, this ep brings something to the table for fans of the old while it’s also certain to appeal to new fans as well.… Continued →
March 22, 2023
Greg Minier (The Crucified) Returns With 'Applehead'
Greg Minier, the talented guitarist from thrash metal legends – The Crucified, is back with his Applehead project and just dropped his first new song in nearly 3 decades titled “Down”. This is great stuff and brings to mind some classic 90’s hard rock music. Reminds me of Alice In Chains meets Velvet Revolver, Guns n’ Roses, STP, and Soundgarden. Even a little Mammoth WVH. Greg knows what he’s doing and this is definitely not amateurish like a few others out there. They are working on a brand new full length album that’ll be out later this year.… Continued →
March 21, 2023
REVIEW : World Gone Cold - World Gone Cold EP
Last October, Rockfest Records announced a new band on their roster, but not just any band. World Gone Cold is a hard rock band known as a “supergroup”. In case you’re unfamiliar with the term, this indicates that the group is comprised of artists from other well-known bands. The group is rounded out like this:
Ryland Raus (vocals) of Inhale Exhale and Attack, AttackTraa Daniels (bass) of P.O.D.Tim “Yogi” Watts (drums) of Demon HunterMark Anthony (guitar) of The Letter BlackAndrew Stanton (guitar) of Disciple
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December 12, 2022
Zahna Drops First Single Off New Album "Stronger Than Death"
ZAHNA has released her brand new hard hitting, gut punching, intense new rock song titled “Die For Something” and you can watch it below. The song will appear on her new full length record titled “Stronger Than Death” which is due to release on February 10th 2023. Check the song out and then click here to pre-order the record in several different options. This is a concept song of sorts and once you watch the full video below, you’ll understand.
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November 25, 2022
Wolves At The Gate Release an Epic New Christmas EP
The critically acclaimed post-hardcore/rock band WOLVES AT THE GATE, just dropped a fantastic new 5 song “Christmas” EP titled “Lowborn”. The EP features some originals and classics done in that Wolves At The Gate sound. This is a really unique Christmas EP and some of the best ROCK songs to play this Christmas! Now available on your digital network of choice.
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November 12, 2022
Flyleaf Announce Reunion With Lacey Sturm
Sorry for my absence. You know, life. This is a couple days late but certainly worth talking about. The beloved alt-rock-metal band – Flyleaf, have indeed reunited with their acclaimed first singer and lead woman, Lacey Sturm. Since Lacey and the band parted ways like a decade ago, both parties went on to make new music and continue their careers. Lacey Sturm has come out as a very successful and talented solo artist but not in the acoustic-y, “fall asleep while driving” realm. Her music was as heavy as it was a lighter and more spiritual affair.… Continued →
September 10, 2022
Maylene and the Sons of Disaster Return With "Burn The Witches"
It’s so good to see and hear from Dallas Taylor on this new song, “Burn The Witches”. Once again, Dallas returns to his rightful place, fronting one of the finest metal/rock bands around – Maylene and the Sons of Disaster. Many wondered if he’d ever recover from his tragic accident but here he is bursting out from the studio and soon from the stage at Furnace Fest in a few weeks. Check out the new song and music video for “Burn The Witches”, below.… Continued →
We Came as Romans - Golden (Official Music Video)
I had to post this. It’s a deeply emotional song and has a connecting message that is sure to reach those who are struggling emotionally, and mentally. As you know, the band tragically lost frontman, Kyle Pavone, four years ago. We Came as Romans just released a new song titled “Golden” which is centered around the loss of their bandmate. Their new album “Darkbloom” is out October 14th. Those who are struggling with mental health issues, there is a way out, there is hope. For many of us, that hope is in Jesus and for myself personally I rely on not only my hope & faith but also a psychiatrist and medicine to assist me in my journey.… Continued →
Fit For a King - Falling Through The Sky (Official Music Video)
Fit For a King just dropped their brand new song titled “Falling Through The Sky” off the upcoming album “The Hell We Create” due out October 28th. Check out song in music video form, below. How many of you are psyched for the new album?… Continued →
September 5, 2022
Demon Hunter "Master" Out Now
Demon Hunter have released another HOT song. This one is titled “Master” and is out now through all digital networks and streaming sites. You can listen to the new song and also check out a special one take vocal video from Ryan Clark below as well. “Exile” will release on October 28th 2022. Pre-order this magnificent new album right here.… Continued →
August 22, 2022
P.O.D. - Tell My Why (2022 Remixed and Remastered) New Lyric Video
P.O.D. just had their 2008 full length “When Angels and Serpents Dance” all remixed and remastered and will re-release this magnificent album on October 14th 2022. You can preorder on CD and Vinyl right here. Check out a cool lyric video for the moving song “Tell Me Why” below this post. What is your favorite song from this album?… Continued →
August 10, 2022
Song of The Day: Whitecross - Enough is Enough
Today’s song of the day is going back, I mean WAY back into Christian rock past. I’ve always dug the band Whitecross. So much of their music was similar to what was coming out in the 80’s/90’s sound wise but they had their own spin and music chops to back it up. Rex Carroll was a force of nature and Scott’s raw vocal talents cut through the noise and all those sappy moments. They were true innovators in a scene run rampant with drugs, sex, and that whole vulgar image people ate up.… Continued →
August 6, 2022
Demon Hunter Are Not Crying About This Excellent New Song
Demon Hunter just released another new song from their upcoming album, “Exile” due out in September. Check out the new song “Heaven Don’t Cry”, below. This is a great song am I right? As Axl would say, “Don’t You Cry Tonight….”.… Continued →
July 18, 2022
Reign Of Glory - Forever and Ever (Official Lyric Video)
Hard rock band, Reign Of Glory, just put out their new song titled “Forever and Ever” which is available in lyric video form below this post. It has that classic 80’s hard rock/metal sound with uplifting, hard hitting lyrics, and modern day production. The band’s debut album “All Will Bow”, is out August 12th and you can pre-order right here. This incredible band features a mighty fine pedigree of musicians with quite a history (read below).… Continued →
July 4, 2022
Song of the Day: Krush - Old Man
Krush was a hard rock band that released a couple albums & a demo. This song is from a cassette demo that I finally shelled out my hard earned cash to get! Hope y’all like it as I was looking for it for years. And Happy July 4th!
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June 24, 2022
The Ongoing Concept, Fallstar, The Undertaking!, and Meadows Fall 2022 Tour
A very special Solid State Records / Facedown Records mashup, mixtape in the form of a tour is taking place this fall. The bands – The Ongoing Concept, Fallstar, The Undertaking!, and Meadows, will all be playing together for a few dates this fall. This will be the first time The Ongoing Concept is touring in over 6 years!. The Ongoing Concept, Fallstar, and The Undertaking! will all have new music out in 2023 via their respective labels. Check out the dates and tour graphic, below.… Continued →
April 3, 2022
GFM - Framing My Perception (New Song)
GFM just dropped a brand new song which is their first for 2022 and as a part of Rockfest Records. The 3 sisters have found their sound and that sound is astounding, taking them to the next level. I’ve always thought these girls had it in them to record soaring music that would touch the lives of many but just needed a little extra push. “Framing My Perception” is that perfect push and if this doesn’t get played on radio or have their video shared, then tell me I’m wrong.… Continued →
Islander - Skin Crawl feat. Korn, ZAO, Living Sacrifice (Official Lyric Video)
This absolutely insane new song from the band Islander featuring a line up that’ll make you drool over, just hit in lyric video form. Not only that but the entire new Islander album released on Friday to much surprise and it hits HARD. Check out the song “Skin Crawl” featuring Brian Head Welch of Korn, Dan from ZAO, and Bruce from Living Sacrifice on really heavy new song that mixes a combination of genres and styles into a chaotic yet somehow melodic, set of songs. Islander “It’s Not Easy Being Human” is out now on all digital networks.… Continued →