Of all that humankind has inherited through our ancestry, no single language has transcended every age as powerfully as music. For thirty years, NEUROSIS has formed an unbreakable union, channeling that inheritance of sound with great command and authority. Showing their discontent with convention from the very beginning, NEUROSIS revealed what would become an instinct for transformation in sound and scope. Their sound has become interchangeable with vision of the conscious and unconscious, coexisting in an infinite audial spectrum. A vision that challenged not only the constraints of what listeners, and indeed the band themselves expected, but of themselves as beings. Going beyond the remarkable, NEUROSIS has become... 

2016, please slow down, because I don’t know how to keep up with all of these amazing releases this year. Right from the get-go, this year has been giving us at least one great album every month and it doesn’t seem to be stopping any time soon. Now that it’s July, the halfway point is here and we’re at a point where there’s just so much great music to reflect upon going forward.  

Gemini Syndrome have announced that they will release their new album, Memento Mori, on August 19th via Another Century. The alternative Hard Rock outfit will continue to push the envelope both musically and thematically on the upcoming record, which is the follow up to their 2013 debut Lux. Memento Mori, which was produced by the legendary father/son duo of Kane and Kevin Churko, is a direct successor to Lux in a three part trilogy; with the latter being a representation of birth, and the former acting a reminder of life. Brian Medina (drums) comments on the meaning of the album title and artwork (which can be found below), stating, “The title of the new album, Memento Mori, essentially means ‘Remember,... 

The 7th annual GWAR B-Q  will be held on August 20th in beautiful Richmond, VA at historic Hadad’s Lake. GWAR will of course be performing a set full of murder and mayhem along with the already stacked lineup which includes Lamb of God, Against Me!, American Nightmare, Eyehategod, and Lagwagon.  

Pioneers of Irish punk rock, The Mahones, have announced plans to release a greatest hits compilation called The Very Best: 25 Years Of Irish Punk on August 26th with Sailor’s Grave Records. The album will feature newly, re-recorded versions of the band’s most popular songs spanning their celebrated 25+ year career. Today, the band has partnered with PunkNews.org to unveil their updated version of their classic Irish punk anthem “A Great Night On The Lash.”  

The Melvins, who wrapped up their latest European tour over the weekend, debut a video for “Hideous Woman” (https://youtu.be/UGhK4m-frkQ) from their recently released album, Basses Loaded (Ipecac Recordings).  

Progressive Metallers THIRD ION (featuring former members of THE DEVIN TOWNSEND BAND, INTO ETERNITY, and ANNIHILATOR) have premiered a new song from forthcoming sophomore album Biolith.  

Ellefson Coffee Co, the premium coffee brand of java connoisseur, Author, and Rock Star David Ellefson of Megadeth, has officially unleashed it’s second blend KENYA THRASH. Packaged in a distinctive red metallic bag, Kenya Thrash is a bold high-octane blend of 90% Kenya-Kichwa Arabica Beans, and 10% India Robusta, roasted with a kick, for a high blend of flavor and function. An “Earthy and Savory” blend, with distinct notes of Grapefruit and Black Pepper, Kenya Thrash is a guaranteed wake up call to body, mind, AND tastebuds.  

Internationally renowned Seattle based metal outfit QUEENSRŸCHE have announced their next headlining tour throughout the United States. The month long trek will take place this Fall, starting on November 15th in Seattle, WA and concluding on December 15th in Colorado Springs, CO. Queensryche will be joined by the iconic Armored Saint as direct support, along with Midnight Eternal on all dates for the upcoming tour. The band continues to perform across the world on the strength of their latest full length album, Condition Human, which was released in October (2015). Dates for the Fall headlining tour can be found below. Speaking about the upcoming US tour and playing with Armored Saint, Queensryche vocalist Todd La... 

In light of the upcoming July 1st release date for the much anticipated 12th studio album, “Theories Of Flight”, by U.S. Progressive Metal pioneers FATES WARNING, a new song is being debuted today via a play through video on the website of Guitar World Magazine. Check out the track “White Flag” in a clip (with full studio album sound), which doesn’t only feature multi-angle cams of guitarist and songwriter Jim Matheos, but also showcases the guest lead guitar parts by longtime FW member Frank Aresti and by recent FW live-guitarist Mike Abdow, here: http://www.guitarworld.com/artist-videos/fates-warning-premiere-white-flag-playthrough-video/29314 A complimentary drum and bass play through... 

Tesla’s third album, Psychotic Supper, the band’s third studio album, released on August 30, 1991, was the follow-up to the live Five Man Acoustical Jam, peaking at #13 on the Billboard 200, featuring an aggressive change in direction from the previous disc, landing an impressive five songs on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, including “What You Give,” which went to #7 and even cracked the Billboard Hot 100 at #86.  

Assembling as a politically-charged response to 2016’s tumultuous election year, the newly-formed PROPHETS OF RAGE, features TOM MORELLO, Tim Commerford, Brad Wilk, Chuck D, B-Real and DJ LORD.