Grief can be a terrible, pernicious thing. But it can also lead to moments of great revelation. Somewhere between the two lies “A Feast On Sorrow”. Inspired by frontman Joe Nally’s personal encounters with loss and its messy aftermath, this is an emotionally raw and creatively brave record that has…

Dutch symphonic metallers WITHIN TEMPTATION will release a new single, “Bleed Out”, on August 18. The track, which was first performed by the Sharon Den Adel-fronted outfit in June at Hellfest in Clisson, France, addresses the plight of women fighting for their rights in Iran.
“I lived in Yemen when…

Singer Maria Brink and guitarist Chris Howorth of IN THIS MOMENT spoke to Pablo of the Minneapolis, Minnesota radio station 93X about the band’s upcoming eighth studio album, “Godmode”, which will be released on October 27 via BMG. Regarding how they came up with the title for the record, Chris sai…

Listen to Nothing Comes from Death, the debut album from Pennsylvania tech-death band Distention.
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The new EHX Pico Platform is designed to offer studio-style compression and limiting to any pedalboard with advanced controls and options for a wide array of dynamic control.Carrying with it the same studio-style compression of the full-sized Platform Stereo Compressor, this diminutive dynamics controller is designed to be strong enough to level off any signal from any audio source.The Pico Platform’s strength lies in its flexibility to footprint ratio. Coming in Electro-Harmonix’s smallest chassis yet, the Pico Platform features two main operating modes, Compressor mode and Limiter mode. In Compressor mode, the compression ratio is adjustable for dialing in more subtle and sweet signal smoothing. In Limiter mode, this ratio is maxed out for a more extreme squash useful for limiting peaks and adding girth by raising lower signal levels.These two modes are complemented by a simple 4-knob design for nearly limitless adjustment. SUSTAIN controls the compression ratio in Compressor mode or the threshold level in Limiter mode. The ATTACK knob sets the amount of time delay before the compressor/limiter is activated and adjusts how much signal attack you experience. BLEND allows for a perfect balance between dry and compressed signal giving a more natural feel with enhanced sustain and tonal richness. VOLUME adjusts the output level for sitting perfectly in a mix. Additionally, the Pico Platform also features SOFT / HARD Compression Knees which can be selected for more subtle or dramatic compression styles, respectively.Electro-Harmonix Pico Platform Compressor / Limiter Pedal (EHX Demo by JON SKIBIC)The new EHX Pico Platform Compressor / Limiter pedal comes equipped with an EHX 9V power supply, is available now and features a U.S. Street Price of $119.00.For more information, please visit ehx.com.

In a new interview with Chris Akin Presents, former ACCEPT and current U.D.O. frontman Udo Dirkschneider spoke about the realities of post-pandemic touring, including increased travel expenses — gas, tour buses, hotels and flight costs. Udo said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “It’s not so eas…

Xorsist’s new track is kind of like steak ordered extra rare. But in this case it’s HM2-style Swedish death metal ordered with extra blood! Hear “Coterie of the Depraved” now!
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Before taking the stage on August 2 at Place Bell in Laval, Quebec, Canada, the members of HALESTORM were asked by UpVenue what they have planned for after they complete their fall 2023 European tour with BLACK VEIL BRIDES. Singer Lzzy Hale said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “Oh, God. Just m…