• Happy Together Tour – 2025
•    Kauffman Center – Kansas City, Missouri
• August 22, 2025

I was born in 1960.  So I’ve had the amazing opportunity of listening to music for almost seven decades.  And while I will always maintain that the 1970s was the best decade for film, you can’t compare any other decade to the 1960s when it comes to music.  Rock and roll.  Pop.  Soul.  We had it all together on the same radio station.  So when a band or performer from that decade comes to town I do my best to attend.  But when FIVE groups come to town, you cant keep me away.  This past Friday the latest version of the popular Happy Together Tour hit Kansas City and I was not disappointed.

Staring the show were the Cowsills, a band so popular in it’s day that they served as the inspiration for the popular television series, and recording act, the Partridge Family.  Brothers Paul and Bob, along with little sister Susie, had a great set, ending with a raucous audience sing-along of their huge hit “Hair.”  I also learned something new when they sang the theme from the television show “Love, American Style.”  I was today years old when I learned that they sang the song.

They were followed by the Vogues, whose harmonies on such hits as “Five O’clock World” and “Come a Little Bit Closer” were as pure as the day they were recorded.    Next up was the great Gary Puckett who, at age 82 still has a powerful voice.  Again, the audience joined in happily as he led them during “Woman, Woman.”

Jay and the Americans were next.  I had forgotten that they sang “Only in America,” a song I always loved listening to as a boy.  Jay Reincke hit all the notes on Cara Mia,” a great tribute to the band’s original lead singer, Jay Black, who passed away in 2021.  All of the groups had a distinctive sound during their heyday and it was their voices that shined on this evening, none more so then the next act, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Little Anthony.  At age 84 his voice was as soft and sweet as when he released his first hit, “Tears on My Pillow” in 1956!

Closing the show were the Turtles, whose hit song gave the tour it’s name.  Fronted by Ron Dante, the band brought the crowd to their feet repeatedly with hits like “Elenore” and “You Baby.”  Fun fact:  the most popular record of 1969 was “Sugar, Sugar,” by the Archies, a popular comic book series that became an animated show I watched faithfully as a kid.  I was taken back to Saturday morning when Dante did the song.  I wish I had been closer to the stage because I would have yelled, “Now do Bang Shang-a-lang!”

The show ended with all of the groups returning to the stage for a mini-medley that had the crowd on their feet clapping and singing along.  To paraphrase another 60s band, the Beatles, “a splendid time was indeed guaranteed for all!”

SET LIST:  COWSILLS – Indian Lake, The Rain, the Park & Other Things, Love, American Style, Hair.  THE VOGUES – Five O’clock World, My Special Angel, Turn Around, Look at Me, You’re the One.  GARY PUCKETT – Lady Willpower, Over You, Woman, Woman, Young Girl.  JAY AND THE AMERICANS – Only in America, Let’s Lock the Door (and Throw Away the Key, “Cara Mia, Come a Little Bit Closer, This Magic Moment.  LITTLE ANTHONY:  Tears on My Pillow, Shimmy Shimmy Ko Ko Bop, Hut So Bad, Goin’ Out of My Head.  THE TURTLES – She’d Rather Be with Me, You Baby, It Ain’t Me Babe, Sugar, Sugar, Elenore, Happy Together.  

For John DeSanto, music has always been more than just sound, it’s been a lifeline, a source of strength through life’s challenges. Growing up in the Harrisburg–Hershey, Pennsylvania area, John found his early passion for performance through local venues like Spanky’s nightclub, where weekend gigs and daytime work intertwined. That love of music led him to part-time radio work and, eventually, a lifelong connection with the legendary sounds of Pink Floyd. 

John’s journey took an unexpected turn when health challenges, including multiple surgeries and a current battle with liver disease, tested his resilience. Through it all, music remained a constant companion. His lifelong admiration for Pink Floyd eventually brought him to Brit Floyd, the renowned tribute band that has captivated audiences worldwide. 

“I’ve always felt strongly attached to the music and the lyrics,” John says. “It’s carried me through my lifetime.” 

A pivotal moment came when a neighbor encouraged him to see Brit Floyd live. The experience was transformative. John recalls an almost physical reaction to the voice of vocalist Eva Avila, and from there, his connection to the band grew. Through conversations with friends, he became more involved in following their tours, attending VIP events, and forming bonds with the performers. 

One of the most meaningful of these connections has been with Christina, a member of the Brit Floyd team. She made sure John felt welcomed and cared for at shows, personally meeting him at VIP events and gifting him Brit Floyd merchandise. 

One of John’s most cherished memories came when he brought a quilt to a show, a quilt unlike any other. Made by his neighbors Glenda and Joe, it featured the iconic Dark Side of the Moon prism graphic. John arranged to bring it to a Brit Floyd concert, where the band not only admired the artistry but signed it. That quilt, now adorned with the signatures of the entire group, has become a treasured keepsake and a lasting reminder of the connection between artist and fan. 

For John, the experience isn’t about the music, it’s about the kindness and generosity of the people behind Brit Floyd. “Everybody in the entire organization has been nothing but accommodating and friendly,” he says. “I’ve been around a lot of bands, and none of them are like that.” 

His story is a reminder that music can forge connections that transcend the stage. John has attended multiple Brit Floyd shows, cherishing each one and already planning to return for their next tour stop. His hope is to see all the band members interviewed so fans can get to know the people behind the instruments. 

In the end, John’s journey is about more than fandom, it’s about resilience, community, and the joy that comes from sharing a passion. As he continues to face his health challenges, the music of Brit Floyd, and the friendships he’s formed through it, remain a powerful source of inspiration. 

As John says, “We love each other. They’re the most wonderful people… and I keep going back.” 

Summer of Discontent Tour 2025

Dropkick Murphy’s, Bad Religion, The Mainliners
Sunday, August 17, 2025 Tag’s Summer Sound Stage, Big Flats, NY

Score: 4 out of 5 stars

I know what you might be thinking: Where, and what is a Big Flat? Big Flats is a small town in the Finger Lakes region of upstate New York. Not really a place known for its punk rock scene. The venue for the show was a place called Tag’s. You are quite likely to catch a country or classic rock concert on the Tag’s Summer Stage, but this night, the Summer of Discontent Tour was rolling into town.

Opening the show was a newer band out of Hollywood, California, called The Mainliners. I was not familiar with The Mainliners prior to the show, as I haven’t kept up with the punk scene over the past few years. I thought the young punks from the West Coast did a solid job warming up the stage and the crowd for the more experienced acts that would follow.

Next up on stage was the band I was truly here for: Bad Religion. A name known by many, even outside of the punk scene. The boys in Bad Religion have been going strong since their inception in Los Angeles, back in 1980. Forty-five years later, and these guys are still knocking it out of the park.
Greg and the boys opened up with the title track off of the album “Recipe for Hate” and continued to travel through a set of songs spanning their full catalog of releases, including tracks such as “New Dark Ages”, “Generator”, “Modern Man”, and the very well known “American Jesus”. On top of a killer set list, I can’t say enough how impressed I was with the tightness of musicianship and the sound quality!

Closing out the show was the mighty Dropkick Murphys out of Quincy, Massachusetts. While I’ve never been a fan of their sound, the Murphys have perfected their craft of punk rock infused with a Celtic flair. Their sound was spot-on, and all cylinders were firing at optimum levels. They bring great energy to the stage and really know how to get the crowd fired up!

All in all, I was quite impressed by the show. Big Flats was the final stop of the tour and all of the bands brought it. If the rest of the shows were even half as good as this one, I’d say “The Summer of Discontent Tour” left the majority of the audience feeling very content.

Bad Religion Setlist:

1.) Recipe for Hate
2.) Supersonic
3.) You Are (the Government)
4.) Candidate
5.) No Control
6.) Struck a Nerve
7.) New Dark Ages
8.) Modern Man
9.) My Sanity
10.) I Want to Conquer the World
11.) Fuck Armageddon… This Is Hell
12.) Fields of Mars
13.) Do What You Want
14.) True North
15.) Atomic Garden
16.) We’re Only Gonna Die
17.) Generator
18.) You
19.) 21st Century (Digital Boy)
20.) Infected
21.) Cease
22.) Anesthesia
23.) Sorrow
24.) American Jesus

Dropkick Murphy’s Setlist:

1.) The Boys Are Back
2.) Who’ll Stand With Us?
3.) The State of Massachusetts
4.) Johnny, I Hardly Knew Ya
5.) Streetlights
6.) (F)lannigan’s Ball
7.) You’ll Never Walk Alone
8.) Boys on the Docks
9.) American Land
10.) Citizen C.I.A.
11.) Chesterfields & Aftershave
12.) Finnegan’s Wake
13.) Kids Games
14.) School Days Over
15.) Going Out in Style
16.) Bury the Bones
17.) The Hardest Mile
18.) Rose Tattoo
19.) Worker’s Song
20.) I’m Shipping Up to Boston
21.) The Big Man

Review Jason Forsythe

Photos: Adam Lawton

GWAR
Invades Australia for Good Things Festival 2025

📸: Shawn Stanley

Announces Official Action Figures from
Trick or Treat Studios

‘The Return of Gor Gor’
Out Now via Pit Records
Order HERE

Shock rock overlords GWAR storm back to Australia this December for Good Things Festival 2025, their first Down Under shows in over a decade and they’re bringing the carnage in more ways than one. Alongside their milestone multimedia release, ‘The Return of Gor Gor,’ GWAR has teamed with Trick or Treat Studios to launch a new series of officially licensed action figures, perfect for fans who want to bring the Scumdogs’ chaos home.

The band’s Australian return follows the release of ‘The Return of Gor Gor,’ a grotesque, hilarious, and gloriously violent audio/visual assault celebrating 40 years of GWAR’s intergalactic mayhem. Featuring the brutal new single “Tyrant King” and a 32-page comic, the release resurrects GWAR’s legendary reptilian war beast, Gor Gor, in all its blood-drenched glory.

Jizmak Da Gusha says:

“GWAR is obtaining work visas as undercover plumbers to unclog all the disgusting items Aussies put down their drains. But, the truth is, we have been asked to come back to Australia to fix all of their government’s problems. Should take about a week. I’m secretly excited to go down under because it’s shark season and lots of people are being eaten, which is very entertaining for me. Fun vacation all around.”

The Berserker Blöthar adds:

“For the second time in 40 years, GWAR is going down under. That’s right. December 2025, we invade our favorite penile colony. So throw another corpse on the barbie and get ready for metal, mutants, blood, and trickling rivulets of laughter! Because we are the true gods of shock rock, and we are coming to Australia!”

GOOD THINGS FESTIVAL 2025 – AUSTRALIA

Dec 5 – Melbourne, AU @ Flemington Racecourse
Dec 6 – Sydney, AU @ Centennial Park
Dec 7 – Brisbane, AU @ Showgrounds

Tickets available HERE

From the farthest reaches of space come the Scumdogs of the Universe—now in collectible plastic form! Trick or Treat Studios has unleashed a new series of officially licensed GWAR action figures, each packaged in retro-style blister cards featuring artwork by Dug Nation.

Each figure comes with character-specific weapons and instruments, ready to bring the chaos wherever you take them:

Pustulus Maximus – spear, dagger & guitar
Beefcake the Mighty – sword & bass
Jizmak Da Gusha – war hammer & drumsticks
Balsac the Jaws of Death – battle axe & guitar
Blöthar the Berserker – sword & shield

In addition to the five figures, the Spew Tank is a plastic jar with a screw-top lid, filled with vile RED SPEW, translucent red blood slime, and containing the most crucial pieces of the Scumdog leader himself, Oderus Urungus.

Inside the Spew Tank, you’ll find his head, torso, and the legendary Cuttlefish of Cthulhu, ready to assemble with the limbs included in the five GWAR action figures.

Collect all five members and the Spew Tank to complete this exclusive Oderus Urungus Build a Figure!

Pre-orders from GWAR.net include Oderus for free!

Pre-Order the Action Figures HERE

Beefcake the Mighty proclaims:

“Behold! The mad scientists at Trick or Treat Studios have joined forces with The Scumdogs of The Universe to clone a massive GWAR army! That’s right, the first wave of GWAR action figures has arrived! These fun-size versions of your Lords and Masters are fully poseable and ready to kick the crap out of all your other puny collectible dollies!”

Each figure is sold separately.

Warning: May cause spontaneous moshing.

For more information on Trick or Treat Studios, visit HERE

Don’t Miss GWAR Celebrating Their 40th Anniversary on
“The Return of Gor Gor Tour” This Fall

GWAR Live:

8/15 – Thornville, OH @ Gathering of The Juggalos*
9/17 – Detroit, MI @ Crofoot
9/18 – Pittsburgh, PA @ The Roxian Theatre
9/19 – Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s
9/20 – Chicago, IL @ Riotfest*
9/21 – Cleveland, OH @ Globe Iron
10/05 – Sacramento, CA @ Aftershock @ Discovery Park*
*Festival appearances

THE RETURN OF GOR GOR TOUR
w/ Helmet, The Dwarves & Blood Vulture

10/18 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Complex
10/20 – Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theatre
10/22 – Las Vegas, NV @ Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas
10/23 – Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues
10/24 – Reno, NV @ Virginia Street Brewhouse
10/25 – Berkeley, CA @ The UC Theatre
10/26 – Bend, OR @ Midtown Ballroom
10/27 – Seattle, WA @ Showbox Sodo
10/29 – Vancouver, BC @ Vogue Theatre
10/30 – Penticton, BC @ Penticton Trade & Convention Centre
10/31 – Calgary, AB @ MacEwan Hall
11/1 – Edmonton, AB @ Fan Park @ Ice District
11/3 – Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory
11/5 – Denver, CO @ Summit
11/6 – Lincoln, NE @ Bourbon Theatre
11/8 – San Antonio, TX @ Vibes Event Center
11/9 – Dallas, TX @ House of Blues
11/11 – Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works
11/12 – Greensboro, NC @ Piedmont Hall
11/13 – Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade
11/15 – Orlando, FL @ Warped Tour*
11/16 – Tampa, FL @ The Ritz Ybor
11/18 – Baltimore, MD @ Nevermore Hall
11/19 – Worcester, MA @ Palladium
11/20 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore
11/21 – New York, NY @ Palladium Times Square
11/22 – Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa
*Festival appearance

• HERB ALPERT AND THE TIJUANA BRASS
• Kaufman Center, Kansas City, Missouri
• August 5, 2025

The decade of the 1960s gave us some great music.  The Beatles.  The Supremes.  The Doors.  Their sound changed the industry forever.  You wouldn’t know it by listening to today’s music, but when I was a kid instrumental music – loud horns and sweet strings with no or minimal vocals – ruled the airwaves.  Al Hirt.  Sergio Mendes and Brasil ‘66.  But the king, at least in my house, was Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass.  At age 90, Alpert and the Brass took over the Kaufman Center and had the crowd on their feet for two solid hours.

Accompanied by vintage film clips, the show began with the great Louis Armstrong, no slouch on the trumpet himself, introducing the band.  As the opening notes of “The Lonely Bull” began, the crowd roared.  Something about a trumpet that gets your blood flowing.  At age 90, Mr. Alpert could have been excused for taking the occasional break.  But he played every note as strong and as sweet as if he was still in his 30s.  In between songs he addressed the audience and even invited questions.  He told some great stories, from how the “Whipped Cream and Other Delights” came to be to how he met his beautiful wife of 52 years, vocalist Lani Hall, who joined him on stage later in the show for a medley of some of the songs she did as the lead vocalist for Sergio Mendes and Brasil ’66, including “The Look of Lovke” and “Fool on the Hill.”

Before introducing Ms. Hall, Mr. Alpert choked up when talking about his dear friend Sergio Mendes and gave a loving tribute to songwriter Burt Bacharach, who penned his #1 hit “This Guy’s in Love with You.”   I’m not sure if Mr. Apert knew it or not, but Bacharach not only grew up in Kansas City but lived about 20 blocks from where the Kaufman Center now stands.

As the band played hit after hit (“Tijuana Taxi,” “A Taste of Honey,” “Rise”) the crowd clapped along, giving many of the numbers well deserved standing ovations.  The music brought back so many great memories for my wife and myself.  As we left I noticed several young children among the capacity crowd and each one I asked, “did you like it?” gave a resounding “yes!”

The tour runs through January 2026.  If you have the opportunity to see Mr. Alpert and the Brass, I urge you to take it.  For information on upcoming shows, please click HERE.

SET LIST

The Lonely Bull, Work Song, Whipped Cream, Spanish Flea, Lady Fingers, Lollipops and Roses, Bittersweet Samba, Mexican Shuffle, Tangerine, I’m Getting Sentimental Over You, Love Potion No. 9, This Guy’s in Love with You, a medley of songs with Ms. Hall, Rise, A Taste of Honey, Smile, What Now My Love, A banda, Tijuana Taxi. 

Morley
TYE TRUJILLO “TRUDRIVE” WAH EFFECTS Pedal

MSRP: $199.99

FEATURES:

Switchless Wah Circuit
Electro-Optical design
built in “Always On” Drive.
Wah Mix control
Drive equipped with Level, Tone and Drive controls.
Premium Buffer circuit
Powered by one 9 volt battery or optional Morley 9V adapter.
Rugged cold-rolled steel housing, LED indication
Works with Guitar, Bass, Keys or any instrument you can plug in

Media Mikes Score: 4.5 out 5 stars

Designed with Tye Trujillo of OTTTO and Suicidal Tendencies, the latest signature offering from Morley has something unique for both guitar and bass players. The TruDrive combines both Wah and Drive functions in to one screaming package that instantly takes your sound and playing to another. Loaded with top notch features like super smooth switchless on/off (just step on to engage and step off to go to bypass) and a multitude of tone shaping options.

This pedalboard friendly Wah (L 6.85″ x W 4.5″ x H 2.5″) was designed with a slight amount of drive built into the circuit giving the TruDrive added presence and an overall more aggressive bite. To further address Tye’s tone needs the pedal comes equipped with an optical sensor which provides a wider tonal pallet than traditional audio taper pots. Also featured on the TruDrive (a First from Morley) a Wah Mix knob which allows users to dial in the exact amount of Wah they want in your signal. This is a really cool feature and one I personally enjoyed but, Thats not all. The TruDrive also features a separate Drive switch allowing for the option of added drive which can be shaped by way of the (Tone, Level, and Drive) knobs further adding the the pedals versatility.

Morley spared no attention to detail as the Trudrive aesthetics seemed to be just as important as the pedals sound. The shiny chrome treadle w/ diamond plate grip sit atop a custom racing blue painted cold-rolled steel that should stand up to even the most rigorous use and abuse. The TruDrive can be powered via a single 9V battery or a 9V adapter (not included) and features dual LED indicators.

Tye and Morley really have hit it out of the park with this collaboration. From its rock solid build and unique overdriven sound to the ample tone shaping options the TruDive checks pretty much all the boxes. An included power-supply would have been a welcomed addition however given all you can do with this pedal its a small ask that can be overlooked. For the more casual player this may look like just another signature wah with a few bells and whistles. I can tell you that couldn’t be further from the truth.

The Morley TruDrive is a well built and great sounding pedal no matter if used with bass or guitar. I have yet to find any other pedal capable of the sounds this pedal can achieve and I can easily say the TruDrive will not be leaving my pedal board anytime soon as its versatility meets all my needs. As a side note looking back at Morley’s history I think its super cool that Tye is adding his mark to the Morley brand (Tye is a fourth generation Bass player in the Metallica lineage of Morley Bass Players. From Cliff Burton to Jason Newstead to Robert Trujillo) and now Tye himself gets to be added to that amazing list of players. My hope this is just the first offering between the two entities and one that we will see grow over the years.

Click Below For Audio Samples

TruDrive w/o Drive (Bass)

Tru Drive w/ Drive (Bass)

TruDrive w/o Drive (Guitar)

TruDrive w/ Drive (Guitar)

Princess Goes (Michael C. Hall) Shares
“Eat An Eraser (Resurrection Remix)” Single + Video

As Seen On Dexter: Resurrection New Series

New Single Out Now Via All DSPS

Credit: Lexie Moreland

LISTEN & SHARE: Princess Goes – “Eat An Eraser” (Resurrection Remix)
Stream | YouTube

Princess Goes, the band composed of vocalist, lyricist, musician and actor Michael C. Hall (Dexter, Six Feet Under, Lazarus), keyboardist Matt Katz-Bohen (Blondie, Cyndie Lauper), and drummer Peter Yanowitz (The Wallflowers, Morningwood) — have shared their rhythmic, synth-tinged single “Eat An Eraser” (Resurrection Remix). Originally released on their debut 2021 LP Thanks For Coming, the band has remixed the track to celebrate the release of Dexter: Resurrection–the newest series from the Dexter franchise–and will be included in the ending credits of episode 5. The song is also accompanied by an official lyric video directed by Andy Yanowitz and follows the release of their 2024 album Come of Age (Deluxe).

“In August of 2023 we were in Times Square with no permits, no budget, filming a gorilla style music video for our song ‘Come Of Age’ with director Marcos Siega, whom Mike had worked with extensively on Dexter,” Peter Yanonwitz explains. “The actors’ strike had been dragging on, and Marcos was tired of sitting around not working, so he reached out to Mike and that’s how we found ourselves filming late one night. On a quick break between takes (over a slice of NYC pizza) Mike turned to his old friend Marcos and said, ‘Hey, what if Dexter didn’t die?’ Well, a light bulb went off in Marcos’ head, and the next thing you know Mike is back shooting ‘Dexter: Resurrection’. We couldn’t be happier for Mike and his incredible show. We’ve always tried to let the music speak for itself, and keep Princess Goes separate from Mike’s acting career, but when we were asked by the show if they could use our song ‘Eat An Eraser’ for the end credits this season we jumped at the chance. It’s rare for the show to feature a band in that slot, and we’re beyond honored to be part of Mike’s enduring legacy.”

“Eat An Eraser” (Resurrection Remix) is out today.

Princess Goes – Come of Age – Bio:

“We’re a weird band,” states Princess Goes drummer Peter Yanowitz. He’s not wrong. But weird like David Bowie, Bjork, and Brian Wilson’s Smile might be termed “weird.” In other words: unconventional and quite possibly irresistible.

Princess Goes’ second full-length album, the 12-song Come of Age, is the trio’s most accessible work to date, yet it’s still chock-full of innovative songs that traverse a thrilling and often surprising sonic and lyrical landscape. The first single, “Shimmer,” highlights Michael C. Hall’s powerful, ethereal vocals atop quietly propulsive rhythm lines, and features Stephen Trask (Hedwig and the Angry Inch) as guest guitarist. The track’s equally stunning and expansive video was directed by Tim Richardson (Elton John, Billie Eilish, Givenchy). “Take Me Home” serves up a soaring emotive trippiness that morphs into headbanging moments worthy of the heaviest metaller or your favorite Zeppelin album, while the haunting “Jetpack” showcase Hall’s poignant lyrics and penetrative voice, at once bell-clear and diaphanous, as the song builds to a wild and harrowing conclusion.

The 12 songs on Come of Age are by turns foreboding, mystical and danceable, Ray Bradbury-meets-the-Jetsons in its galactic aural scope. The ominous semi-drone beginning of “Blur” morphs into synthwave spectacularness, the song’s dynamics suiting Hall’s lyrics about “an illicit formative encounter.” Some of Hall’s most pointed writing is on the title track, “Come of Age,” the irresistibly bouncy musicality cut by the singer’s trenchant words: “Godzilla goggles seeing nothing but King Kong makes it hard to get along,” he sings, before deadpanning, “did you really mean it when you told me I was good / or are you just a devil spitting Hollywood.”

“Come of Age,” explains Hall, is neither a command that the audience come of age, nor a suggestion that Princess Goes has reached some adulting milestone. As with much of what the trio does, it just intuitively felt right. It was likewise an easy decision to include a remixed version of a previously released song, the fan favorite “Let It Go.” Princess Goes felt the cut, as originally written, was sort of an outlier. It started with Yanowitz. Matt Katz Bohen took it home, sped it up and it became a little more EDM, but also fun, poppy, and anthemic. The LP’s mixer and frequent collaborator Brandon Bost (HAIM, Miley Cyrus, Lady Gaga) worked on the song with the Princess Goes (and also plays some bass and keys to the album), and now the band can hardly wait to play the new, slightly more expeditious incarnation of “Let it Go” live.

The New York City-bred trio have been gigging and recording DIY-style for several years, self-producing and releasing a self-titled debut EP in April 2020 and a full-length debut, Thanks for Coming, in 2021. Touring the West Coast as well as the UK and Ireland found new fans clamoring to see the eclectic trio. Fan and press raves followed. The Associated Press lauded the lineup’s “mix of glam, dreamy ‘80s New Wave, acoustic folk, Nine Inch Nails intensity,” while Billboard noted the trio’s “palpable theatricality.” Hall, Katz-Bohen, and Yanowitz are seasoned performers forging new creative ground together in PG: Hall is best known for playing moralistic serial killer Dexter Morgan from Showtime hit Dexter as well as David Fisher from HBO’s revered Six Feet Under. Katz-Bohen has played with Blondie since 2008, while Yanowitz is a veteran of the Wallflowers and his own group, Morningwood.

Though onstage and on paper they’re a keyboards-drums-vocals band, Come of Age is rife with guitar and bass, instruments that play a bigger role than on previous recordings. “I think the original sounds that Matt and Peter first made came about because necessity was the mother of invention,” says Hall. “It’s what was in the studio when they first started making instrumental tracks, electronic drums and a lot of keyboards.”

The musical evolution on Come of Age was organic. “We really fully embraced not limiting ourselves,” says Yanowitz, “and we did embrace the guitar heavily–electric and acoustic–and a lot of bass.”

“We like the fact that a lot of the times you can’t tell instrumentally what’s what,” furthers Katz-Bohen. “People say ‘that sounds like a guitar,’ but it’s actually a keyboard playing through a guitar amp. There’s always that ‘what makes that sound? What is that thing?’” The songs manage to be at once catchy and intoxicating, soundtrack-y musicscapes for the ages, synth- heavy but multi-faceted.

Writing new music since the release of Thanks for Coming, PG recorded Come of Age at the band’s Clubhouse near Manhattan’s Union Square. The central location allowed for stellar guests, including next-door neighbor Maria Peña Paris, a Colombian poet who became the Spanish voice on the Latin-tinged “Whatever Whispers.” “We make a lot of noise at the studio, so she probably gets the brunt of that, and she knows all of our songs,” they recall. One of the lyrics she contributes to “Whatever Whispers” (“what kind of glory are you looking for?” ) came to Hall as he was waiting for coffee before going into the studio. The trio worked up the first version together in the studio, starting with Katz-Bohen jamming on a uniquely tuned 1910 upright piano. Other guests populating Come of Age include singer Chantal Claret (Morningwood) on “Beija,” and Grammy winning opera singer Anthony Roth Costanzo on “Saving Grace.”

Illustrative of Princess Goes’ experimental open-mindedness, the title track came from the street. Literally. “I live in Bushwick, in Brooklyn,” begins Katz-Bohen. “You’ll find a random lot of garbage on the streets. But there was a keyboard, I think from the early to late ‘80s. It’s not great, but it does have this one beautiful sound which became the basis of ‘Come of Age.’ So I sent that around to the guys and everyone put their magic on it.”

Clearly, Come of Age flowed sans any preconceived notions or touchstones. But there’s a clear cohesiveness to the album. “Everything you hear still sounds like it’s ‘in the Museum,’ which is our terminology for something that fits in with our aesthetic,” explains Katz-Bohen. Which leads to the shortened band name: There’s no crazy story behind the original Princess Goes to the Butterfly Museum moniker; there are far more interesting things about this trio. But for enquiring minds, they now go by Princess Goes because, in short, it’s shorter. Princess is now free to Go anywhere and everywhere, travelling lighter as PG instead of PGTTBM.

The group’s evolution is ongoing and often unearthly, spacy and provocative in the vein of Bowie’s Blackstar. (Hall played Thomas Newton in the original New York cast of Bowie’s off- Broadway musical swan song, Lazarus). “I think the vibe of the latter third of Come of Age, goes to a place that’s a little more expansive or hopeful or mystically minded,” Hall says. “Though I suppose it starts on that note too. You want some things to have a musical unfolding and flow, but you also want some sort of evolution that makes sense lyrically. I think we managed to do both those things with the sequence.”

And for newbies to the Princess Goes sphere, fair warning: If anyone goes to a PG show to see the “guy from TV,” once Hall is on-stage singing, he says, “that actually sort of takes care of itself. If people have some sort of preconception, it’s pushed aside once we’re up there doing our thing. It’s not unique to this band,” Hall says. “I go to dinner, and people are like, ‘Hey, you’re that guy!?’ And I’m like, ‘I’m not actually that guy.’ It’s just another version of ‘I’m not that guy’.”

Although Come of Age is the group’s second full-length album, Princess Goes are as excited as first-timers. “Until now we’ve been gestating in this small world, being in our own cocoon and working the last bunch of years,” says Yanowitz. “I feel like this group of songs and this sort of statement that we wanted to put out with Come of Age tied in nicely to that. It also felt like we kind of graduated out of that scene the three of had created, and maybe wherever we go next is to the wider world. The making of Come of Age felt like a bookend to the way we were working, a stepping-off point for something new.”

Hardcore Legends
BIOHAZARD

📸: Istvan Bruggen

Announce New Album ‘Divided We Fall’
Out October 17th via BLKIIBLK
Pre-Order HERE

Share New Single “F**k the System”
+ Music Video — Watch HERE

“Divided We Fall Tour” Kicks Off in October
Featuring Support from Onyx, Bayway, and Swollen Teeth

Brooklyn hardcore legends BIOHAZARD are excited to announce ‘Divided We Fall,’ their first studio album in over a decade, out October 17th via BLKIIBLK. Reuniting the original lineup, the album delivers a blistering statement of unity in chaos. To celebrate the announcement, BIOHAZARD has released a new single, “F**k the System,” which is accompanied by a music video available below.

Billy Graziadei (vocals/guitar) had the following to say about the single:

“‘F**k the System’ is BIOHAZARD calling it like it is. The powers that be have us at odds and beefin’ with each other while they sit back and cash in. It’s no accident the world’s burnin’ in front of our eyes. It’s all divide and control – while they keep us divided by politics, class, race, all of it, and have us out here fighting each other, they’re pulling the strings. ‘F**k the System’ is our war cry about the state of the world with no sugarcoated bullshit.”

Watch the Music Video for “F**k the System” HERE

Produced, mixed, and mastered by Matt Hyde (Slayer, Hatebreed, Deftones), ‘Divided We Fall’ captures BIOHAZARD at their most raw, relentless, and unifying. The album blends the band’s unmistakable fusion of hardcore, metal, and streetwise groove with a sharpened edge for a fractured modern world delivering a powerful reminder of why BIOHAZARD remains one of the most vital and influential bands in heavy music.

Bobby Hambel (guitars) on the album:

“We are really excited to finally have the classic BIOHAZARD lineup back together in the studio. This album has been a long time coming, and the record is straight from our hearts – we can’t wait for everybody to hear it, and to head out and play these new songs live. See you out there!”

Recording sessions took place at Shorefire Recording Studios (Long Branch, NJ) and The Hydeaway (Van Nuys, CA), with engineering by Joseph DeMaio and additional recording from Matt Hyde. Guitar and production tech duties were handled by Phil Caivano.

BIOHAZARD’s upcoming release via BLKIIBLK marks a new chapter in a storied career that began in the late ’80s, one defined by aggressive sound, socially conscious lyrics, and an unwavering commitment to their roots.

Pre-Order ‘Divided We Fall’ HERE

‘Divided We Fall’ Track List:
1. F**k the System
2. Forsaken
3. Eyes on Six
4. Death of Me
5. Word to the Wise
6. Fight to be Free
7. War Inside Me
8. S.I.T.F.O.A.
9. Tear Down the Walls
10. I Will Overcome
11. Warriors

BIOHAZARD will be on their “Divided We Fall Tour” this Fall with support from Onyx, Bayway, and Swollen Teeth, including a homecoming show at the Warsaw in Brooklyn on October 28th. A full list of dates is below.

About the tour, Evan Seinfeld (vocals/bass) comments:

“Judgement Night. The script writes itself. BIOHAZARD is excited to announce our first headlining tour of the U.S. in more than a decade, celebrating our 30-plus year history with Onyx, two of the most hardcore entities in our respective genres. Bayway are killing it, reminiscent of BIOHAZARD’s early rise, and Swollen Teeth bring an entirely different element of heaviness to captivate crowds and evolve our scene. This is going to be a tribal ceremony and a place to release your negative energy in a positive way – see you in the pit!”

BIOHAZARD Live:

10/3: Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving
10/4: Indianapolis, IN @ Hi-Fi Annex
10/5: Birmingham, AL @ Furnace Fest
10/7: Dallas, TX @ Ferris Wheeler’s
10/8: San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger
10/10: Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater
10/11: Phoenix, AZ @ Van Buren
10/12: Los Angeles, CA @ The Bellwether
10/13: Berkeley, CA @ UC Theatre
10/15: Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex
10/16: Denver, CO @ Gothic Theatre
10/18: Lawrence, KS @ Liberty Hall
10/19: Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue
10/21: Chicago, IL @ Concord Music Hall
10/22: Madison, WI @ Majestic Theater
10/23: Pontiac, MI @ Crofoot
10/25: Montreal, QC @ Beanfield Theatre
10/26: Toronto, ON @ Mod Club
10/28: Brooklyn, NY @ Warsaw
10/29: Worcester, MA @ Palladium
10/31: Allentown, PA @ Archer Music Hall
11/1: Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
11/3: New Haven, CT @ Toad’s

Musical pioneers in every sense of the word, BIOHAZARD were one of the first bands to seamlessly blend hardcore, heavy metal, punk, and hip hop into an intoxicating genre all their own. After more than a decade away, the Brooklyn, NY band’s OG lineup reunited in 2023 to both fan fervor and critical acclaim, headlining the opening night of the legendary Milwaukee Metal Fest for their first show back. Ghost Cult Magazine said they “explosively unleashed their fury with fortitude and force” with “a superhuman set and an awe-inspiring show.”

The band followed with two sold-out hometown shows in New York City, a late-summer festival run in the UK and Europe, and a fall direct support slot with Megadeth across North America. That was just the start. They returned to Europe and the UK in 2024 for the early summer festival season – including a headlining slot at Download – and made their triumphant return to South America in spring, then returned home to blow out America’s exploding festival circuit.

Their return did more than turn heads; it caused whiplash, and they partnered with BlkIIBlk Records to record and release new music. More incendiary and relentless than ever, the trailblazers have a fresh outlook and revitalized spirit. This is more than a reunion – for bassist/vocalist Evan Seinfeld, guitarist/vocalist Billy Graziadei, guitarist Bobby Hambel, and drummer Danny Schuler, it’s a revitalization and rebirth.

BIOHAZARD are:
Billy Graziadei – vocals/guitar
Bobby Hambel – lead guitar
Danny Schuler – drums
Evan Seinfeld – vocals/bass

BLACK VEIL BRIDES debut FIRST new track OF 2025
– THE BLISTERING “HALLELUJAH”

https://blackveilbrides.lnk.to/Hallelujah

Click here to watch official music video

Band to debut “Hallelujah” at Warped Tour in Long Beach this month
South American headline tour to kick off in October

On the heels of a successful tour alongside Baby Metal, Black Veil Brides are back with their first piece of new music since 2024’s chart-topping single “Bleeders.” The band – comprised of vocalist Andy Biersack, guitarists Jake Pitts and Jinxx, bassist Lonny Eagleton and drummer Christian Coma – return to their roots with the aggressive new track “Hallelujah.” The Tampa Florida based choir “One Voice Ensemble” also leant their talents to the recording. The song is being released by their label partners Spinefarm and was produced by Andy Biersack and Jake Pitts. “Hallelujah” is now available via all digital service providers here: https://blackveilbrides.lnk.to/Hallelujah.

“’Hallelujah’ is an important song for us, not only because it is the first track from the new record, but also as a signifier of what’s to come for the band. On a narrative level, it represents the themes and ideas I am exploring lyrically on the album. I am fascinated by the current state of discourse and how often we seem to prioritize ideological certainty over the heart and soul of humanity. Over the years we have developed a tremendous connection with our audience, which is often dismissed or misinterpreted by the ‘scene.’ We stand at a unique inflection point culturally and I want to be able to speak openly about how much I believe in being true to yourself over the fear of mass hysteria or in-group recriminations,” explains Andy Biersack. “When my grandfather’s voice spoke to ‘the outcasts’ in the first moments of our first record in 2010, it was a sincere call to arms for all those who feel different. In many ways this record is the natural evolution of that same idea. This is the heaviest and most vitriolic BVB record by far but more importantly I believe it is the most sincere and honest record we have ever made.”

To coincide with the new single, Black Veil Brides is releasing an animated video for “Hallelujah.” The video is directed by Marco Pavone (The Black Dahlia Murder, Pink Floyd, Shadow of Intent). The band will continue to release more visual content over the coming months to support the new song. A teaser for the track got fans in a frenzy when it was released last week. The official music video for “Hallelujah” can be seen here.

The band will also be touring in support of the new single. The song will make its live performance debut at Warped Tour in Long Beach, CA on July 26th. Black Veil Brides will also be making appearances at Louder Than Life in Louisville, KY (September 20), Rock The Locks Festival in Umatilla, OR (September 26) and Aftershock Festival (October 5) before heading to South America for six headline shows. The We Missed Ourselves Tour 2025 will also feature Underoath, Silverstein, Senses Fail, and I Set My Friends On Fire. Information on all ticket and VIP packages for Black Veil Brides dates can be found at: www.blackveilbrides.net.

Black Veil Brides 2025 Tour Dates

July 26 / Long Beach, CA / Vans Warped Tour
September 20 / Louisville, KY / Louder Than Life
September 26 / Umatilla, OR / Rock the Locks Festival
October 5 / Sacramento, CA / Aftershock
October 25 / Mexico City, MEX / Velodromo Olimpico
October 28 / Bogota, COL / Chamorro City Hall
October 31 / Santiago, Chile / Teatro Coliseo
November 2 / Sao Paulo, BRZ / Vibra
November 4 / Buenos Aires, ARG / Groove
November 15 / Orlando, FL / Vans Warped Tour

DESCENDENTS

LAUNCH EXTENSIVE REISSUE CAMPAIGN WITH ICONIC 1982 DEBUT MILO GOES TO COLLEGE

Out September 19th on LP, CD, and Cassette via Org Music

“A foundational classic of snotty melodic hardcore.”– Stereogum

Pre-Order Here

Watch The Teaser Video Here

Few records in punk history have left as massive a footprint as the Descendents’ Milo Goes to College. The 1982 debut fused the aggression of hardcore with catchy hooks, adolescent angst, and unmistakable personality — helping spark an entire genre now known as pop punk. Its influence remains undeniable over four decades later, earning spots on Rolling Stone’s list of the “40 Greatest Punk Albums of All Time,” Spin’s “50 Most Essential Punk Records,” and Pitchfork’s “200 Best Albums of the 1980s.”

Now, Descendents and Org Music are proud to announce the long-awaited reissue of Milo Goes to College, available September 19th on LP, CD, and cassette.

Reclaimed by the band and lovingly restored, this release marks the beginning of an extensive reissue campaign that will include the band’s foundational albums from their early years, originally released on New Alliance and SST Records. Milo Goes to College leads the way, setting the tone for what’s to come with a variety of formats and exclusive editions.

Among them is a stunning limited “Punk Note” edition featuring alternate packaging by John Yates (Stealworks), inspired by the iconic jazz designs of Reid Miles and Francis Wolff whose work helped define the Blue Note jazz label. This visual reimagining of punk classics continues the aesthetic series that began with Org Music’s Bad Brains reissues. Each “Punk Note” title includes new liner notes by BrooklynVegan senior editor Andrew Sacher and is housed in a deluxe case-wrapped jacket.

The reissue will be available in the following variants:

WIDELY AVAILABLE FORMATS:

Black LP
“Grey Matter” LP
Punk Note Edition (black vinyl)
CD
Cassette

LIMITED/EXCLUSIVE VARIANTS:

Punk Note Edition (silver vinyl) — Org Music exclusive
“Suspended Gold” LP — Descendents Exclusive
Pink LP — Zia Records exclusive
Smoke LP — Rough Trade exclusive
“Statue of Liberty” LP — Going Underground Records & Seasick Records exclusive
Black LP with Exclusive Obi Strip — Celebrated Summer Records
“Coffee” Cassette — Tapehead City exclusive

More classics are on the way. The reissue campaign will continue with I Don’t Want to Grow Up, Enjoy!, ALL, Bonus Fat, and more — each reissued under the band’s own control and vision.

This project isn’t just about nostalgia — it’s about preservation, intention, and giving a new generation access to one of punk’s most influential catalogs.

Pre-orders and variant details available at:

https://orgmusic.com/collections/descendents.

and

https://bio.to/descendents

Watch the teaser video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2T6aiGUfeFs

MARK IIC++

THE STORIED MARK IIC++, AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST TIME AS A LIMITED-EDITION PRODUCTION MODEL

OWN AN ORIGINAL ICON
OUT WORLDWIDE NOW ON MESABOOGIE.COM

NASHVILLE, TN. MESA/Boogie® is the original boutique Home of Tone, handcrafting amplifiers of uncompromising quality from the world’s finest materials in Petaluma, California, USA. Today, with reverence and pride, MESA/Boogie has announced the arrival of the storied Mark IIC++® amplifiers. An extremely limited production, now is your chance to own an original icon. The new MESA/Boogie Mark IIC++ amplifiers are now available worldwide to the public for the first time at authorized MESA/Boogie dealers and on www.mesaboogie.com.

We’re excited to bring a very special first official production run of the Mark IIC++, a very special ‘mod,’ done to a very few Mark IIC+ amplifiers at the request of, first Vivian Campbell, and later after other artists hearing about its added gain and girth,” says Doug West, Director, Tone Lab, Gibson Amplifiers and MESA/Boogie. “Over time this mod that was never an official model, logged a healthy list of A-Level artist recordings and this kept our Chief Tech and IIC+ guru Mike Bendinelli busy for decades doing the mod for musicians who’d heard of the legendary aggression for metal styles and sent their IIC+’s bought used to him for an update. This limited run of 200 very special new production amplifiers gives those who have always dreamed of a C++ a chance to own one without the hefty price tag of a pre-owned 40-year-old original IIC+ and the shipping and labor costs for the update. Not to mention that it’s a solid, reliable, and consistent new build backed by our five-year warranty!”

The iconic Mark IIC+ amps were first developed in 1985 at the request of Vivian Campbell, and later by Kirk Hammett of Metallica, along with other noteworthy artists of the day who eventually heard them, MESA/Boogie made some modifications to a few production Mark IIC+ amps to achieve more gain in the overdrive mode and attain a thicker, heavier gain sound. These “++” designated IICs were created for the select few artists who requested them in the twilight of the C+ lifecycle and were never officially offered as a production model. The veil of time has obscured the exact number; however, it is believed that perhaps 20 or so of these mythical IIC++’s were created during the original mid-1980s IIC+ lifecycle.

In the years that followed, players who heard tales of the blistering tone and were into heavy sounds, sent their C+’s to Tech Guru and archivist at MESA/Boogie, Mike Bendinelli, to have the “++ Mod” performed outside of production time at considerable cost. Now, MESA is excited to announce a limited-edition build of only 200 of these rare amplifiers, in tribute to the music played on them and the era that spawned the great guitarists whose work therein has withstood the test of time and become truly iconic.

This new Mark IIC++ build has increased gain in the preamp, which affects the LEAD Mode only, leaving the CLEAN Mode to produce the same sparkling clean performance as the standard IIC+ production model. The LEAD Mode is thicker sounding in these ++ versions, with enhanced low end and more top end gain, cut, and harmonic layering. Visually, the ++ is identical to the current production IIC+ model offered once again, aside from the ++ notation on the etched panel on the back panel and the IIC++ plaque on the front grille.

Listen/watch Philip Näslund–guitarist for Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden’s solo band–try out the Mark IIC++ from MESA/Boogie HERE.

Rockers ALTER BRIDGE Return With Their Self-Titled 8th
Studio Album Scheduled For Release on January 9, 2026

Alter Bridge Now Available For Pre-Order via
https://www.lnk.to/AB-AlterBridge

Band Announces European Headline What Lies Within Tour
for 2026 with Daughtry and Sevendust

Only Alter Bridge Performance in 2025 to Take Place in
Nashville, TN on October 1 at the
Tremonti Family Charity Golf Outing

With more than two decades performing together, acclaimed rockers Alter Bridge show no signs of slowing down. Known for their memorable riffs, infectious vocal melodies and dueling guitar attack, the quartet comprised of Myles Kennedy on vocals/guitars, Mark Tremonti on guitars/vocals, Brian Marshall on bass and Scott Phillips on drums have garnered themselves massive critical and fan acclaim around the globe. The band looks to continue that trend when they release their self-titled, eighth studio album next year via Napalm Records. Alter Bridge will be released on January 9, 2026, first physical formats for pre-order are now available at: https://www.lnk.to/AB-AlterBridge.

Alter Bridge is comprised of 12 all new tracks from the band and features some of their most iconic moments on record. Songs like “Rue The Day,” “Disregarded” and “Scales Are Falling” will fit alongside any of the classic songs from Alter Bridge’s catalog. “Trust In Me” shows Myles and Mark sharing vocal duties as Myles handles the verse duties while Mark takes the chorus. That strategy is flipped on “Tested And Able” as Mark handles the verses and Myles takes on the choruses behind one of the band’s heaviest intros to date, giving way to an unforgettable melody. “Hang By A Thread” is sure to become a show favorite as it hints at some of the most popular songs in the band’s catalog. The album closer “Slave To Master” is an epic track that Alter Bridge has come to be known for and is the longest song the quartet has recorded to date. The band worked with longtime collaborator and producer Michael “Elvis” Baskette on their eighth album. Alter Bridge was recorded over 2 months this Spring in the legendary 5150 studio in California and Elvis’ recording studio in Florida.

The track listing for Alter Bridge is:

1) Silent Divide (5:06)
2) Rue The Day (4:46)
3) Power Down (4:08)
4) Trust In Me (4:48)
5) Disregarded (3:55)
6) Tested And Able (4:36)
7) What Lies Within (5:07)
8) Hang By A Thread (4:11)
9) Scales Are Falling (5:54)
10) Playing Aces (4:05)
11) What Are You Waiting For (5:00)
12) Slave To Master (9:03)

Alter Bridge is currently available for pre-order in the following formats:

-1-CD 6p Digisleeve, 12p Booklet
-2-LP Gatefold BLACK, Lyric Sheet
-2-LP Gatefold TRANSLUCENT VERDE – VETRI (INDIE exclusive)
-2-LP Gatefold TRANSLUCENT VERDE – VETRI + autographed postcard (NEWBURY exclusive, limited to 50)
-1-CD 6p Digisleeve + autographed postcard (NEWBURY exclusive, limited to 250)
-2-LP Gatefold SPLATTERED BLACK SMOKE/ WHITE ORANGE BLACK, 12p Booklet (Napalm mailorder exclusive)
-2-LP BLACK, White Label Edition + hand-numbered Covercard (Napalm mailorder international-only exclusive)
-2-LP Gatefold MARBLE COLORLESS BLACK & RED BLACK OLD PURPLE, 12p Booklet (Napalm exclusive)
-LP Box incl. 2-LP Gatefold SPLIT BLACK/MILK, 12p Booklet, 5-Tack Bonus Picture Vinyl in Plastic Sleeve, Artprint (Napalm mailorder international-only exclusive)
-1-CD 6p Digisleeve + “Hang By A Thread” Shirt Bundle (Napalm exclusive)
-2-LP Gatefold SPLATTERED CRÈME BLACK, 12p Booklet (Band exclusive)
-2-LP Gatefold MARBLE BLACK SMOKE, 12p Booklet (Band exclusive)
-2-LP Gatefold CRISTALLO MILK GLITTER, Lyric Sheet (Band exclusive)
-1-CD Jewel Case (Ticket Bundle for Townsend exclusive) + Guitar Pick (Band exclusive)

To coincide with the announcement of the new album, Alter Bridge will be touring in support of the release. The band is heading out on the What Lies Within Tour. The 31-date tour of Europe will kick off on January 15 in Germany before it wraps on March 5 in Nottingham, UK. Joining the band on the tour will be Daughtry and Sevendust.

Public on sale for all shows is July 18. More information on all tickets and VIP packages for the upcoming tour can be found at www.alterbridge.com.

Jan 15 – HAMBURG, GERMANY – Sporthalle
Jan 17 – OSLO, NORWAY – Sentrum Scene
Jan 18 – OSLO, NORWAY – Sentrum Scene
Jan 20 – STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN – Annexet
Jan 22 – HELSINKI, FINLAND – Ice Hall Black Box
Jan 24 – COPENHAGEN, DENMARK – KB Hallen
Jan 25 – BERLIN, GERMANY – Columbiahalle
Jan 27 – GLIWICE, POLAND – Prezero Arena Gliwice
Jan 28 – BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – Barba Negra
Jan 30 – VIENNA, AUSTRIA – Gasometer
Jan 31 – ZAGREB, CROATIA – Bocarski Dom
Feb 02 – ROME, ITALY – Atlantico
Feb 03 – BERGAMO, ITALY – ChorusLive Arena
Feb 05 – ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – The Hall
Feb 06 – LYON, FRANCE – Halle Tony Garnier
Feb 08 – BARCELONA, SPAIN – Razzmatazz 1
Feb 10 – LISBON, PORTUGAL – Sagres Campo Pequeno
Feb 12 – MADRID, SPAIN – Palacio Vistalegre
Feb 13 – BORDEAUX, FRANCE – Arkea Arena
Feb 15 – LUXEMBOURG, LUXEMBOURG – Rockhal
Feb 17 – OBERHAUSEN, GERMANY – Oberhausen Turbinenhalle
Feb 18 – PARIS, FRANCE – Zenith
Feb 20 – MUNICH, GERMANY – Zenith
Feb 22 – AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – Ziggo Dome
Feb 23 – BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – Ancienne Belgique
Feb 25 – NEWCASTLE, UNITED KINGDOM – Utilita Arena
Feb 26 – MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM – AO Arena
Feb 28 – DUBLIN, IRELAND – 3Arena
Mar 02 – GLASGOW, UNITED KINGDOM – OVO Hydro
Mar 04 – LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – The O2
Mar 05 – NOTTINGHAM, UNITED KINGDOM – Motorpoint Arena

Alter Bridge will be reuniting for one show in 2025. The band will be doing a rare acoustic show on October 1 in Nashville, TN to support the Tremonti Family Charity Golf Outing. The outing is a benefit started by guitarist Mark Tremonti to support the National Down Syndrome Society – an organization close to Mark after his daughter Stella was born with Down syndrome.

The event will raise money for NDSS – an organization that engages grassroots advocates at the federal, state, and local levels and creates resources to support individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and caregivers across the lifespan on topics including education, employment, health and wellness, and aging.

Tickets for the event can be purchased at: https://charity.pledgeit.org/rockforeDownsyndrome.

Wolfgang Van Halen’s MAMMOTH Announces Third Album
The End Scheduled for Release on October 24th
https://Mammoth.lnk.to/TheEndAlbum

New Song “The Spell” Now Available

Debut Single “The End” Currently In The Top 5 at Active Rock Radio –
Video Directed by Robert Rodriguez and Greg Nicotero
Approaching 4 Million Views

Summer Tour With CREED Followed By
Fall Headline Tour Starting October 31st
with Special Guest Myles Kennedy

GRAMMY® Award-nominated songwriter, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Wolfgang Van Halen has unveiled all the information for his upcoming third album, The End. The album – released by BMG – is slated for release on October 24. The 10-track album clocks in at 39-minuttes and showcases the evolution of Wolf and his songwriting since he launched his solo career in 2020. Recorded at the legendary 5150 studio, the album was produced by friend and collaborator Michael “Elvis” Baskette. The End is available for pre-order in multiple configurations including limited edition vinyl colors, signed insert version and retailer exclusives here: https://Mammoth.lnk.to/TheEndAlbum.

Continuing the tradition of writing all the songs and performing all the instrumentation and vocals himself, Wolfgang Van Halen set out to challenge himself beyond what he did on his debut and sophomore release, Mammoth II. From the hypnotic opening of “One Of A Kind” to infectious closer “All In Good Time,” Wolfgang demonstrates his proficiency as a musician and songwriter. Songs like “Same Old Song,” “Happy,” and “Selfish” will fit perfectly alongside older songs that fans have already come to love from Mammoth. Mammoth released their first single in May, and it has shot up the charts currently in the Top 5 at Active Rock radio. The success of the single was propelled by the landmark music video – a remake of the classic film From Dusk ‘Til Dawn – directed by Robert Rodriguez and Greg Nicotero. The video is approaching 4-million views and contains cameos from Danny Trejo, Slash, Myles Kennedy, and of course his mother Valerie Bertinelli. To coincide with the album announcement, Mammoth is releasing the track “The Spell” for fans to check out. Now available via all digital service providers, the performance music video showing Wolfgang playing all the instruments and directed by visual collaborator Gordy De St. Jeor can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QIP20TMlOHs

The tracklisting for The End is:.

1. One Of A Kind
2. The End
3. Same Old Song
4. The Spell
5. I Really Wanna
6. Happy
7. Better Off
8. Something New
9. Selfish
10. All In Good Time

Mammoth has become known for being road warriors, constantly taking to the road to play their music for the masses whenever they can. 2025 will continues that trend as the band will be heading out with longtime friends in CREED on the Return of the Summer of ’99 Tour this summer. Backed by his live band featuring Jon Jourdan, Frank Sidoris, Ronnie Ficarro, and Garrett Whitlock, Wolfgang and Mammoth hit the road July 9 in Lexington, KY through August 30 where the tour wraps in Halifax, NS. To celebrate the album being in stores this October, Mammoth will be heading out on a Fall headline run. The End Tour kicks off on October 31 and runs for 5 weeks before it wraps up on December 7. The tour will make stops in Las Vegas, NV (November 1), Atlanta, GA (November 8), Montclair, NJ (November 14), Chicago, IL (November 26) and Tempe, AZ (December 6) to name a few. Longtime friend Myles Kennedy will be the special guest on the run. More information on all tickets and VIP passes can be found at www.mammoth.band.

Previously Announced Mammoth Tour Dates

Jul 9 – Lexington, KY – Rupp Arena [Sold Out] *
Jul 11 – Syracuse, NY – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview [Sold Out] *
Jul 12 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion [Sold Out] *
Jul 15 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater [Sold Out] *
Jul 16 – Scranton, PA – The Pavilion at Montage Mountain *
Jul 19 – East Troy, WI – Summer of ’99 and Beyond Festival (CREED/3 Doors Down/Sevendust/ Mammoth/Hinder/Vertical Horizon/Fuel)
Jul 20 – Columbus, OH – Schottenstein Center [Sold Out] *
Jul 22 – Hartford, CT – Xfinity Theatre *
Jul 24 – Charleston, SC – Credit One Stadium [Sold Out] *
Jul 26 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center [Sold Out] *
Jul 27 – Memphis, TN – FedExForum *
Jul 29 – Wichita, KS – INTRUST Bank Arena *
Aug 01 – Lincoln, NE – Pinnacle Bank Arena *
Aug 02 – Ridgedale, MO – Thunder Ridge Nature Arena *
Aug 04 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater *
Aug 06 – Chula Vista, CA – North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre *
Aug 07 – Palm Desert, CA – Acrisure Arena at Greater Palm Springs *
Aug 09 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre *
Aug 10 – Stateline, NV – Lake Tahoe Amphitheatre at Caesars Republic [Sold Out] *
Aug 13 – Ridgefield, WA – Cascades Amphitheater [Sold Out] *
Aug 14 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre *
Aug 16 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena [Sold Out] *

Aug 19 – Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place [Sold Out] *
Aug 20 – Calgary, AB – Scotiabank Saddledome [Sold Out] *
Aug 23 – Mount Pleasant, MI – Soaring Eagle Casino *
Aug 24 – Cincinnati, OH – Heritage Bank Center *
Aug 27 – Providence, RI – Amica Mutual Pavilion *
Aug 28 – Manchester, NH – SNHU Arena [Sold Out] *
Aug 30 – Halifax, NS – Citadel Hill *
Oct 31 – Show information to come soon
Nov 1 – Las Vegas, NV – House of Blues
Nov 4 – Dallas, TX – House of Blues
Nov 5 – Houston, TX – House of Blues
Nov 7 – Lake Buena Vista, FL – House of Blues
Nov 8 – Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle
Nov 9 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore
Nov 11 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore Silver Spring
Nov 12 – Show information to come soon
Nov 14 – Montclair, NJ – The Wellmont Theater
Nov 15 – Pittsburgh, PA – Roxian Theatre
Nov 18 – Cleveland, OH – The Agora
Nov 19 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore Detroit
Nov 20 – Columbus, OH – KEMBA Live!
Nov 22 – Onamia, MN – Grand Casino Mille Lacs Event Center
Nov 23 – Green Bay, WI – EPIC Event Center
Nov 25 – Chesterfield, MO – The Factory at The District
Nov 26 – Chicago, IL – House of Blues
Nov 28 – Oklahoma City, OK – Diamond Ballroom
Nov 29 – Show information to come soon
Dec 2 – Kansas City, MO – Uptown Theater
Dec 3 – Denver, CO – Ogden Theatre
Dec 6 – Tempe, AZ – Marquee Theatre
Dec 7 – Show information to come soon

* Opening for CREED

SCORPIONS CELEBRATE 60TH ANNIVERSARY WITH
‘FROM THE FIRST STING’ COLLECTION,
AVAILABLE ON DELUXE 2LP & 2CD BOOKPACK, 2LP VINYL
AND 2CD.

https://scorpions.lnk.to/FromTheFirstSting

In celebration of their sixth decade as a band, on September 26, 2025, pioneering German hard rock group Scorpions will release From The First Sting (BMG), a thrilling collection the raw energy, unforgettable anthems, and iconic moments from their illustrious career. From The First Sting is the band’s only career-spanning collection and will be available on a deluxe 2LP & 2CD bookpack and 2CD format for European and Rest of the World fans, as well as 2LP vinyl and 1CD format for fans in the Americas.

During their career, Scorpions viewed their music as a bridge between cultures. They performed in the former Soviet Union, China, and Southeast Asia, thereby fostering international understanding.

Commercially, the band are also one of the best-selling hard rock and heavy metal bands of all time – with over 120 million album sales to their name. From The First Sting is a sonic journey through the band’s timeless hits, from “Rock You Like a Hurricane” to “Wind of Change”, showcasing Scorpions’ evolution while honoring the spirit of their classic sound.

From The First Sting features two previously unreleased tracks, “This Is My Song” and “Still Loving You,” the latter of which features British violinist Vanessa Mae. The physical for fans in the Americas comes housed in a carefully crafted 2LP gatefold vinyl pressed on 180g and 1CD digisleeve, comprehensively illustrating the enduring influence of the pioneering masters of their genre.

Perfect for die-hard fans and newcomers alike, From The First Sting delivers the ultimate Scorpions experience – a blistering ride through 60 years of hard-hitting, heart-pounding rock that continues to leave its mark on the world.

Kicking off their 60th anniversary celebration, Scorpions return to the Las Vegas Strip headlining a five-night residency at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

Scorpions – Coming Home to Las Vegas 60th Anniversary Las Vegas Residency:
Thurs, Aug 14 PH Live at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas, NV
Sat, Aug 16 PH Live at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas, NV
Tues, Aug 19 PH Live at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas, NV
Thurs, Aug 21 PH Live at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas, NV
Sat, August 23 PH Live at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas, NV

Joined by special guest Buckcherry, the new show follows the band’s two previous sold-out residencies at the venue – Scorpions – Love at First Sting Las Vegas in 2024, and Sin City Nights in 2022.

For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit
Ticketmaster.com/ScorpionsVegas

TRACKLISTINGS

2LP and 1CD tracklisting

1. In Search Of The Peace Of Mind
2. This Is My Song*
3. Speedy’s Coming
4. In Trance
5. Pictured Life
6. The Sails Of Charon
7. Top Of The Bill (Live)
8. Always Somewhere
9. The Zoo
10. No One Like You
11. Rock You Like A Hurricane
12. Big City Nights
13. Wind Of Change
14. Still Loving You feat. Vanessa Mae*
15. Humanity
16. Rock Believer

*Bonus tracks

2CD tracklisting

CD1
1. In Search Of The Peace Of Mind
2. This Is My Song
3. Speedy’s Coming
4. In Trance
5. Pictured Life
6. The Sails Of Charon
7. Top Of The Bill (Live)
8. Holiday
9. Always Somewhere
10. Lady Starlight
11. The Zoo
12. No One Like You
13. When The Smoke Is Going Down
14. Still Loving You
15. Rock You Like A Hurricane
16. Big City Nights

CD2
1. Rock You Like A Hurricane (Live)
2. Believe In Love
3. Send Me An Angel
4. Wind Of Change
5. Under The Same Sun
6. Still Loving You feat. Vanessa Mae
7. Mind Like A Tree
8. You & I
9. Wind Of Change (Moment Of Glory)
10. Always Somewhere
11. Maybe I Maybe You
12. Humanity
13. The Best Is Yet To Come
14. House Of Cards
15. Rock Believer

MORLEY INTRODUCES THE TYE TRUJILLO TRUDRIVE WAH
SWITCHLESS WAH WITH DRIVE AND MORE DRIVE

Available July 1 at Finer Morley Dealers

Morley®, makers of Wah pedals, volume pedals, switching devices and audio solutions, is proud to announce the release of the Tye Trujillo TruDrive Wah. Tye is continuing the legacy of Morley Bass Players from Cliff Burton to Jason Newstead to his father Robert Trujillo and now Tye who is currently playing bass with Suicidal Tendencies, while also recording new music with his own band OTTTO.

Tye wanted a switchless Wah that had a built-in “Always On” drive as part of the Wah sound, and a Wah Mix control that lets you dial in the perfect amount of Wah. Additionally, there is a separate Distortion Circuit which allows for anything from a slight overdrive clip, to full on metal distortion, and anything in between. The Distortion is equipped with Level, Drive and Tone controls to let you dial in the right drive for you.

Morley’s Bill Wenzloff adds, “We are very proud to be working with Tye to develop this cool new Wah for the next generation of players. Plus, it’s a bonus that this pedal sounds great with guitar as well as bass.”
Tye also wanted the pedal to look awesome, so he decked it out in race car blue base, chrome treadle with diamond plate treadle grip and glow in the dark toe end logo. Plus, the cold-rolled steel housing makes it built to take the rigors of the road and last for years.

MAP price is $199 and is available now just in time for the summer live music season.

Official release date July 1, 2025. Taking pre-orders now!
FIND MORLEY AUTHORIZED DEALERS HERE:
https://www.morleyproducts.com/online-dealers/

Tye Trujillo comments:
“The Trudrive Pedal has a growly tone that no other pedal has”

TYE TRUJILLO TRUDRIVE WAH BUILD INFO

Product Name: TruDrive Wah
Model Code: MTPBA3
UPC Code: 6 64101 00187 0
Inner Pack Dimensions: 7.75” x 4.75” x 2.88”
Inner Pack Weight: 2.25 lbs
Master Pack Quantity: 12 pcs
Master Pack Dimensions: 18” x 10” x 8”
Master Pack Weight: 28 lbs

Product Description:

TYE TRUJILLO TRUDRIVE WAH

Designed with Tye Trujillo of OTTTO and Suicidal Tendencies, this new pedal for guitar or bass combines a Wah and Drive pedal. The Wah is switchless (simply step on to engage and step off to go to bypass) and optical (no more pots to wear out or get scratchy). The Wah was designed to have a slight amount of drive built in which already give the Wah more presence and a little bite. There’s also a Wah Mix knob so you can dial in the amount of Wah you want in the signal (this is a NEW feature never offered before by Morley).
The Drive control comes with Tone, Level, and Drive control knobs to customize the drive circuit any way you see fit, from subtle distortion to full on overdrive growl.

Decked out in racing car blue base and chrome treadle along with a diamond plate treadle grip all give the TruDrive a unique and cool look that will stand out on even the busiest of pedal boards.

Uses one 9V battery or 9V adapter, equipped with LED indication and housed in cold-rolled steel housing for years of use and abuse.

Morley’s mission is to spread the word on Tye Trujillo; a fourth generation Bass player in the Metallica lineage of Morley Bass Players. From Cliff Burton to Jason Newstead to Robert Trujillo and now Tye Trujillo who is currently playing on tour with Suicidal Tendencies and recording new music with his own band OTTTO.

WATCH TYE DEMO THE TRUDRIVE WAH HERE:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSbycqof36s