With their forthcoming record, The Sky, The Earth & All Between, set for release on February 28 via Epitaph Records, Architects has unleashed their latest offering, “Brain Dead.” The new track taps House Of Protection, comprised of former FEVER 333 members Aric Improta and Stephen Harrison, just days after the surprise drop of “Everything Ends.” You can preorder and pre-save The Sky, The Earth & All Between here. Produced by Jordan Fish (formerly of Bring Me The Horizon), Architects unleash a ferocious blend of breakneck intensity with a rebellious punk attitude on the release. Frontman Sam Carter’s searing vocals collide… Read more »
Following the arrival of their debut EP GALORE, House Of Protection is back with a new single and music video, as well as the promise of a forthcoming EP. Produced by frequent collaborator Jordan Fish (ex-Bring Me The Horizon), Stephen Harrison and Aric Improta just debuted “Afterlife” from Outrun You All, due out on May 23 via Red Bull Records. The duo shares, “‘Afterlife’ was the second song we demoed, right after ‘It’s Supposed to Hurt.’ It started with just the guitar stab and the whip sound. We liked it a lot, but ultimately, we pushed to avoid heavy half-time… Read more »
By now, it is common knowledge that rock music and horror movies have enjoyed a long-term symbiotic relationship. The rough edges and grizzly gore in the horror genre benefit from the visceral, emotive breakdowns that heavy music provides. The two genres share overlapping audiences who love to celebrate their union. Throughout the years, we’ve seen an array of iconic movie soundtracks that feature some of rock’s most celebrated musicians. Here are eight undeniable standout soundtracks to add to your watchlist and playlist this Halloween season. The Crow The Crow has become synonymous with gothic style, music, and culture—and for good… Read more »
Have you ever met someone who listens to pop but has an unexpected infatuation with heavy metal, too? It’s a plot twist that proves that “range” in music consumption is possible in a world full of gatekeepers and genre boundaries. This range extends beyond music fans. Underneath the guise of mainstream music stardom, some of our favorite pop artists have underground projects to experiment within the depths of metal breakdowns, screams, and unrelenting riffage. True artistry knows no bounds and sometimes even pop artists need a break from their typical musical formulas. Here are three beloved mainstream household names who have… Read more »
This week Add To Library, a show where hosts Shawn Kupfer & Brian LaCour bring you deep dives into awesome Heavy Albums both new and old, the guys are discussing Black Sabbath’s first official live album and an instant classic, Live Evil! Subscribe to Add To Library on Apple Music and Spotify Follow Add To Library on Facebook & Instagram Tune in live Fridays @ 9pmET for new album breakdowns each and every week!
Combining their soaring shoegaze with heavy breakdowns, Glixen has released their somber new single, “Sick Silent.” “We recorded ‘sick silent’ with Sonny Diperri in Juniper Hills, CA,” vocalist Aislinn Ritchie shares. “‘sick silent’ is like a meadow in a dark forest, evoking feelings of temporality. There are currents of distortion and reverse reverb enveloped in adrenaline-inducing percussion and hard-hitting bass lines with vocals that shine through piercing layers of guitars, giving a glimpse of the world that Glixen lives in.” The encompassing soundscape unleashes a torrent of distorted riffs paired with delicate vocals that evoke a profound sense of torment… Read more »
As Underoath prepares to kick off the They’re Only Chasing Safety 20th Anniversary Tour later this month, the group has shared their biting new single, “Teeth.” “With our new track ‘Teeth,’ we dove into a pretty exciting territory for me—something I’ve always wanted to explore with this band but never felt was possible,” Chamberlain shares. “It almost has a vibe reminiscent of classic hip-hop samples or something that Linkin Park might have done, which I find so cool. I never imagined we’d actually pull it off in an Underoath song, but it came together so naturally. Lyrically, the song puts… Read more »
This week Add To Library, a show where hosts Shawn Kupfer & Brian LaCour bring you deep dives into awesome Heavy Albums both new and old, the guys are discussing Vasa and third studio album Heroics! Follow Add To Library on Facebook & Instagram Tune in live Fridays @ 9pmET for new album breakdowns each and every week!
This week Add To Library, a show where hosts Shawn Kupfer & Brian LaCour bring you deep dives into awesome Heavy Albums both new and old, the guys are discussing the debut album of one of Canada’s most influential bands in Heavy Music; Kittie and their debut album, Spit! To say the album has stood the test of time would be an understatement! Follow Add To Library on Facebook & Instagram Tune in live Fridays @ 9pmET for new album breakdowns each and every week!
This week on Add To Library Brian & Shawn are discussing Helmet and their 1994 Classic Album Betty! They guys talk about the background of the album when it came to writing and recording it, what they love about it + much more! Follow Add To Library on Facebook & Instagram Tune in live Fridays @ 9pmET for new album breakdowns each and every week!
