Author: Crix

Omnium Gatherum drops surprise new single “Moongold” – Band’s extensive European headline tour kicks off on February 11

Finnish melodic death metal powerhouse Omnium Gatherum, currently wrapping up the final dates of their Finnish tour this weekend in Jyväskylä and Helsinki, are fueling their upcoming spring live run with a brand-new surprise single, “Moongold.” The song was written and recorded during the sessions for their critically acclaimed album “May The Bridges We Burn Light The Way,“ released late last year to widespread praise from the international music press, and serves as a perfect bonus track to complement the album as a whole.

“’Moongold’ follows the overall style of the album. It’s fast and full of energy, and while the song is somewhat stripped down, its layers start to reveal themselves after a few listens. ‘Moongold’ is one of my favorites from these sessions, and I really hope it will make its way into our setlist in the future – after all, this song was written specifically with live performance in mind,” says vocalist Jukka Pelkonen.

“’Moongold’ was originally released as an ‘Eastern wonder,’ meaning a Japan-exclusive around the time the album came out. In the end, we decided to leave it off the album itself, as it didn’t quite fit the overall flow and we wanted the record to be a short, sharp burst of aggression. That said, the song stands very strong on its own as a melodic death metal anthem and is pure OG – perhaps a slightly more old-school version. And now, here it is, served to you and to your loved one, for these moonlit afternoons,” guitarist Markus Vanhala muses.

Kicking off their 30th anniversary year, and widely regarded as one of Finland’s most internationally active touring metal bands, Omnium Gatherum will embark on their European headline tour on February 11, with Fallujah and In Mourning as special guests. The world tour cycle for May The Bridges We Burn Light The Way began already last year with an extensive North American headline tour.

“The calendar is full – just the way it suits us, and there’s more to come. It fits a band whose core is that of an honest, sweaty live machine,” Markus Vanhala adds with a smile.

See Omnium Gatherum live in the coming months:

May The Bridges We Burn Light The Way – Finnish Tour 2026
Support: Rabbit Cult
Jan 23 – Jyväskylä, FI – Lutakko
Jan 24 – Helsinki, FI – Tavastia

May The Bridges We Burn Light The Way – European Tour 2026
Supports: Fallujah, In Mourning
Feb 11 – Copenhagen, DK – Pumpehuset
Feb 12 – Hamburg, DE – Gruenspan
Feb 13 – Leipzig, DE – Hellraiser
Feb 14 – Berlin, DE – Lido
Feb 15 – Krakow, PL – Hype Park
Feb 17 – Budapest, HU – Barba Negra
Feb 18 – Prague, CZ – Rock Café
Feb 19 – Vienna, AT – Szene
Feb 20 – Munich, DE – Backstage Halle
Feb 21 – Aarau, CH – Kiff
Feb 22 – Stuttgart, DE – Im Wizemann
Feb 23 – Lindau, DE – Club Vaudeville
Feb 25 – Hannover, DE – Musikzentrum
Feb 26 – Aschaffenburg, DE – Colos-Saal
Feb 27 – Almelo, NL – Metropool
Feb 28 – Oberhausen, DE – Kulttempel
Mar 1 – Esch-sur-Alzette, LU – Rockhal
Mar 3 – Colmar, FR – Le Grillen
Mar 4 – Paris, FR – Petit Bain
Mar 5 – Utrecht, NL – TivoliVredenburg
Mar 6 – Kortrijk, BE – DVG
Mar 7 – London, UK – The Dome

Omnium Gatherum are:
Jukka Pelkonen – vocals
Markus Vanhala – guitar, backing vocals
Aapo Koivisto – keyboards
Mikko Kivistö – bass, clean vocals
Atte Pesonen – drums

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Rain Diary’s latest single, Naive, paves the way for their album to be released on March 27

The best-kept secret of the Finnish gothic rock scene, Rain Diary, released their new single Naive on Thursday, January 22, 2026. The band’s album Night Church, also known as never-ending project (the so-called hellishly difficult third album), will be released on March 27, 2026.

Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, tidal etc.): https://push.fm/fl/raindiary-naive

Rain Diary is a Finnish rock band that plays beautiful and twisted dark wave tunes. The band bears its roots in Finnish melancholy, the scenery of evergreen forests, nightless nights and snow-covered wilderness, though the band constantly breaks this easily labelled HIM/Nightwish-stereotype by breathing in something new. Rain Diary injects urban feel with the drumming electronics and clever pop elements making the band a must-see for the fans of Depeche Mode, Placebo and alike. Rain Diary’s music genre has been labelled as winterwave.

Rain Diary are:
Joonas Verho – vocals
Tytti Toppari-Pellikainen – keyboards. vocals
Teemu Rantanen – guitar
Joni Bitter – bass, guitar, programming
Lauri Kujasalo – drums

 

https://raindiary.com/

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https://www.instagram.com/raindiarygram

https://www.tiktok.com/@raindiaryofficial

https://raindiary.bandcamp.com/

Song for the bloodsucking elite parasites in power – Finnish blackened death metal band Saasta releases first single from the upcoming album

Finnish death metal band Saasta‘s new single The Leeches is a grittily realistic depiction of present-day and past societies, in which the world’s small, blood-sucking elite – disguised as sirs and lords – rip everything from the common person, down to their very hope and health. The story can be seen as the complete failure of a beautiful future utopia. A human being works throughout their life only to be drained dry and thrown into a pit once they are no longer considered productive enough by the ruling elite. In the end, does a civilized society differ at all from livestock farming?

Musically, the track combines black and death metal in Saasta’s characteristic way, with death metal’s brute force ensuring that the black metal message reaches the listener’s deepest core.

The single’s cover art and the music video were created with a raw DIY spirit by Saasta.

Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, tidal etc.): https://push.fm/fl/saasta-theleeches

Saasta is an extreme metal band from Kotka, Finland. Formed in 2020 the band combines the mercilessness of black and death metal, with the more subtle nuances of doom. The combination is dark and groovy metal with its own distinctive sound, where strong lyrical expression meets raw energy. Saasta is known for their intense stage presence and uncompromising effort.

Vocals – Leevi Kärsämä
Guitar – Topias Jokipii
Bass Guitar – Janne Hietanen
Drums – Jimi Lahtinen

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MOSH THE ROCK ISLAND METALFEST (Sooke, BC) Announces 2026 Lineup w/ ANCIIENTS, ARROW IN THE QUIVER, THE RISING FALL, SQUIDHAMMER and More

Vancouver Island is set to shake when Mosh the Rock Island MetalFest 2026 takes over Fred Milne Park in Sooke, BC on Sunday, August 9, 2026. This all-ages, family-friendly outdoor metal festival brings together a stacked lineup of international, national, and regional talent for a full day of crushing riffs, pit energy, and community spirit on the West Coast.
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Headlining the festival are Vancouver’s Multiple Juno Award–winning metal heavyweights Anciients. Joining them as co-headliners are Arrow In The Quiver (Vancouver), The Rising Fall (Chicago, IL), and Squidhammer (Watertown, PA), delivering a powerful blend of progressive, extreme, and modern metal.

The day will also showcase a strong lineup of West Coast metal acts, including:
​Wolf Venom (Sooke, BC)
The Grundles (Duncan, BC)
Dead Rights (Victoria, BC)
Overditch (Victoria, BC)
Neveranother (Vancouver, BC)
Conjure Hand (Victoria, BC)
As Ash Fell (Nanaimo, BC)
Mutual Trauma (Victoria, BC)

With a world-class headliner, international acts, and a powerful lineup of Vancouver Island talent, Mosh the Rock Island MetalFest 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated metal events of the summer.
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In addition to the music, festival-goers can enjoy food trucks, local vendors, and a licensed beer garden, making it a full festival experience in a scenic coastal setting. This is an all-ages, family-friendly event.
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​Event Details:​
Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026
Location: Fred Milne Park, Sooke, BC
Gates Open: 11:00 AM
First Band: 12:00 PM
Ticket Information:
Advance Tickets: $50
Gate Tickets: $65
Youth (12–17): $25
Children (11 & under): FREE with adult ticket
​Online presale tickets available at: https://orangetickets.ca/detalles_evento.php?id_evento=2146​
​Hard Copy Advance Tickets Available At:​
Phoenix Bar and Grill
Cavity Curiosity Shop
Long & McQuade
Sooke Forbes IDA
Sooke Pharmasave

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Meluhaitta presents: KYY, Karhunvartijan Tyhjiö & Uhrattu live at Annis, Pori (Finland)16.1.2026

Meluhaitta kicked off the year with a midwinter-like atmosphere, playing black metal at Annis in Pori, Finland. The headliners were KYY from Lahti, who have already shared the stage with some well-known bands, while Karhunvartijan Tyhjiö from Turku, who play raw pagan black metal, warmed the benches, and Uhrattu, a new name on the local scene, played their debut show.
Here some photos from our reporter Cristina Gregori.

Countless Goodbyes Releases New Single Dark Matter

Finnish metal band Countless Goodbyes released a new single titled Dark Matter.
Dark in tone, the song once again dives – true to the band’s style – into a world of heavy emotions, themes, and thoughts.
Much like their debut album Cycles, which reached official album charts in 2019, Dark Matter carries a warning about the future should humanity fail to change its current course. With this track, the band wants to remind listeners that it is not too late – the reins are still in our own hands.
Singer-songwriter Onni Kivikaarre describes Dark Matter as both a reminder and a wake-up call—a warning to change course before the current path leads to irreversible consequences.
The song reflects a loss of humanity’s core values, where darkness has been chosen over love. At its core, Dark Matter is a call to action and accountability, emphasizing that it is never too late to change direction. The message is clear: meaningful change begins with action and the courage to admit when we have been wrong.

The music video deepens the song’s story visually and supports the intense atmosphere that builds as the track progresses.

Dark Matter is now available on all streaming platforms.

Watch the dark and evocative music video below.

Countless Goodbyes is a metal band formed in Pori, Finland.
Following the release of the band’s first singles in 2011, Countless Goodbyes quickly gained media attention and became a hot topic in major mainstream outlets as well as youth-oriented magazines. The band’s music reached a wide audience through radio airplay and Finnish prime time television, enabling Countless Goodbyes to build a strong fan base that grew explosively into tens of thousands of followers across social media platforms.
Since then, Countless Goodbyes has toured extensively throughout Finland and performed a handful of shows abroad, including major festival appearances and sold-out club shows. The band has shared stages with international heavyweights such as Asking Alexandria and August Burns Red, as well as prominent Finnish acts Blind Channel, Lost Society, Kalmah and Rytmihäiriö.
The band’s explosive live performances have also received critical acclaim.
The band’s debut album Cycles was released in 2019. The album debuted at number two on the official Finnish physical album chart and reached number 17 on the official Finnish album chart during its release week (week 17/2019).
In 2024, Countless Goodbyes released their second full-length album Lost In Waves. The album was produced in collaboration with Joakim Karlsson (Bad Omens) and features choir performances by Choir Noir, known for their work with Bring Me the Horizon, While She Sleeps, Architects, as well as artist Ed Sheeran. The album was mixed and mastered by award-winning producer Henrik Udd (Bring Me the Horizon, Architects, Dimmu Borgir).The success of Lost In Waves was followed by a highly successful touring period, including packed club shows and major festival appearances such as Tuska Festival and Saari Helvetti.
At the turn of 2025–2026, Countless Goodbyes released their new single Dark Matter — a visually striking release with a grand, cinematic sound that received an overwhelmingly positive response from audiences.
The track offers the first glimpse into the band’s upcoming material planned for 2026 and signals a bold, more immersive new chapter for Countless Goodbyes.

Rioghan Blends Modern Metal, Progressive Elements, and Dark Pop Atmosphere on New Single “Chapter III: Teardrop”

“Facing the realization that I’ve been frozen, and in that moment deciding to melt — with the first teardrop fighting its way through the ice — I will, though hesitantly, invite love into my heart and see how the sky opens for my light. To unfurl my wings, breaking free from being Kept.”

Operating at the crossroads of modern metal, dark pop, and progressive music, Finnish band Rioghan have been laying the groundwork for their upcoming ‘Frozen EP’ since last autumn. The EP’s overarching narrative began with “Chapter I: Frozen”, a reimagining of Madonna’s classic that also serves as the EP’s title track, and continued with “Chapter II: Moment”. The Frozen EP will be released on April 10th.

Today, the story moves forward with the release of its third single. “Chapter III: Teardrop” raises the stakes, revealing the heavier side of the EP while maintaining Rioghan’s signature blend of darkly infectious pop melodies and emotionally charged themes.

“While Chapter II: Moment captured the second when you realize something isn’t right and that change is inevitable, Chapter III: Teardrop tells the story of what comes next — the moment when emotions begin to flow again and the heart cautiously opens itself toward light, warmth, and future possibilities,” explains vocalist Rioghan Darcy.

Each track on the Frozen EP is accompanied by a strikingly beautiful music video created in collaboration with Aarni Visuals. The music video for Chapter III: Teardrop will premiere on Rioghan’s YouTube channel on January 28 at 5:00 PM (CET).

Frozen EP tracklist:
1. Frozen
2. Moment
3. Teardrop
4. 520
5. Sky

Rioghan’s recent momentum has been notable. Their sophomore album “Kept” received glowing international reviews and debuted at #6 on the Finnish physical album chart. The band delivered special acoustic performances at Heureka’s H-18 Halloween event and at John Smith Frozen Festival featuring an expanded live lineup with dance artist Hanna Härkönen, whose choreography with Rioghan Darcy unfolded throughout the entire show. The exceptional shows were met with widespread praise and resulted in Rioghan being shortlisted for Teosto’s “Uudet Soundit” campaign.

This spring, Rioghan returns to live stages across Finland, touring alongside I Am Your God, followed by a return to festival scene in the summer with an appearance at Ankea Festival in Tampere.

Rioghan & I Am Your God upcoming gigs:
27.3. Kantakrouvi, Oulu
28.3. Bar 15, Seinäjoki
8.5. Tiivistämö, Helsinki

Rioghan is:
Vocals – Rioghan Darcy
Guitar – Teemu Liekkala
Guitar – Tero Luukkonen
Bass – Antti Varjanne
Keyboards – Aleks Toppari
Drums – Valtteri Revonkorpi

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Finnish band Stam1na will release their 11th album Apnea on February 20th

Metal band Stam1na, which has been awarded seven Emma awards during its career and is celebrating its 30th anniversary, is releasing new music. The first single Golem was released in December.

“Golem is about a crushing feeling of powerlessness. But if anything, our band was able to make a song like this. The mere silence and looking away is monstrous in itself,” describes lyricist-singer-guitarist Antti Hyyrynen and continues:

“The Apnea album is about breathing and sudden loss. It also tells about the dreaminess of human life and unspoken speech.”

The song Golem was composed by Pekka Olkkonen. “Golem is the first song I wrote after the X album and I think it was the first demo for the Apnea album. I named the demo “Sirius” after a late friend. I believe that there is something in the song for everyone, something familiar and something new.”

The band’s 11th album, Apnea, will be released on February 20, 2026. The album was produced by Stam1na together with Julius Mauranen (Viitasen Piia, Oranssi Pazuzu).

Stam1na will start the Käärmeennyrkki 2026 tour in support of their new album on March 6, 2026.

STAM1NA – Käärmeennyrkki 2026

Fri 06.03. Möysän Musaklubi, Lahti
Sat 07.03. Tavastia 1, Helsinki
Thu 12.03. Olympia, Tampere
Fri 13.03. Nakkilan Verstas, Nakkila
Sat 14.03. Logomo Teatro, Turku
Fri 20.03. Verkatehdas, Hämeenlinna
Sat 21.03. Circus Live, Kuopio
Fri 27.03. Tavastia 2, Helsinki
Sat 28.03. Pato Klubi, Kouvola
Thu 09.04. Lutakko, Jyväskylä
Fri 10.04. ZROCK 2026 – Zemppi Areena, Kempele
Fri 17.04. Rientola, Vieremä
Sat 18.04. Wilhelm Public House, Mikkeli
Fri 24.04. Aino Areena, Järvenpää
Sat 25.04. House Of Olaf, Savonlinna

https://stam1na.com/

Italian Modern Metal DUST New Single “Bodyless” From Upcoming Album “Thoughts Of A Falling Man” April 2026

Rockshots Records announces the release of “Bodyless”, the brand-new single by Italian metal act Dust, out now on all digital platforms.

“Bodyless” is taken from Dust’s upcoming second full-length album, “Thoughts Of A Falling Ma“, scheduled for release on April 3rd, 2026, and represents a pivotal chapter within the record’s overarching concept. The song delves into a stark, uncompromising vision of judgment and damnation, portraying a liminal space where souls, stripped of identity and status, await their final sentence beyond life and time.

Lyrically, “Bodyles” explores the idea that, at the end of earthly existence, wealth, power, and social distinction lose all meaning. What remains is the weight of one’s actions and the inescapable confrontation with guilt, memory, and consequence. The track embodies one of the album’s central themes: a near-death journey in which the main character is forced to face unresolved sins and inner demons in a realm suspended between eternity and oblivion.

Commenting on the single, the band states:

“‘Bodyless’ represents a moment of total suspension. It’s the point where every mask falls away, and nothing can be hidden anymore. We wanted to describe a place where there is no time, no memory, and no privilege – only judgment. It’s one of the most direct and unsettling tracks we’ve written, both lyrically and emotionally.”

Musically, “Bodyless” highlights Dust’s evolved, more cohesive sound, combining aggressive death and groove metal foundations with sharp riffing, oppressive atmospheres, and tightly controlled dynamics. The band’s approach is raw and uncompromising, reinforcing the song’s sense of suffocation and inevitability while maintaining a strong sense of structure and impact. This sonic direction reflects the broader evolution of “Thoughts Of A Falling Man“, which marks a significant step forward in terms of heaviness, focus, and expressive depth compared to the band’s debut.

Expanding on the album’s vision, the band adds:

“This new record is heavier, darker, and more introspective than anything we’ve done before. Each track represents a spiritual stage of a single journey, and ‘Bodyless’ is one of the moments where the listener is forced to stop and confront the consequences of a life lived without escape.”

“Bodyless” stands as a key chapter within “Thoughts Of A Falling Man“, a concept-driven album conceived as a near-death experience unfolding between life and eternity. Through its relentless sound and uncompromising narrative, the single offers a clear glimpse into Dust’s renewed artistic direction and the darker, more mature identity shaping this new era.

For fans of: Parkway Drive, Jinjer, Trivium

DIGITAL: https://lnk.to/M2crIo​
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“Bodyless” Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uyE8ltsPBfY​

New album “Thoughts Of A Falling Man” out April 3rd, 2026.

PRE ORDER – “Thoughts Of A Falling Man”: https://rockshots.eu/products/dust-thoughts-of-a-falling-man​

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Track Listing:​
1. Intro – 1:49
2. Before Your Awaken – 5:23
3. Death’s Ashes Upon Me – 3:52
4. Contemptus Mundi – 3:58
5. Fragments of Mirror – 4:26
6. Thoughts of a Falling Man – 6:40
7. Bodyless – 3:44
8. The Reaping of the Scythe – 3:56
9. Beyond the Void – 6:06
Album Length: 39:54
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​Dust Line-Up:​
Riccardo Pirozzi: Vocals
Stefano D’Angelo: Guitars
Federico Ignini: Guitars
Francesco D’Elia: Bass
Eric Di Donato: Drums

Dust is an Italian metal band formed in 2016 from an idea by vocalist Riccardo Pirozzi and former drummer Stefano Brogi. Born out of a period of personal struggle and artistic urgency, the project took shape as a direct and uncompromising outlet for expressing inner conflict, anger and introspection. After an initial phase of experimentation, the band gradually assembled its core lineup, defining a sound rooted in heaviness, emotional depth and narrative intensity.

With the addition of guitarist Stefano D’Angelo and bassist Andrea Lege, Dust released their debut album “Break The Silence“, recorded and produced by Andreas Polito at Rocklab Studios in Turin. The record marked the band’s official entry into the Italian underground metal scene, earning attention for its raw approach and dark thematic focus. Shortly after, guitarist Federico Ignini joined the lineup, allowing Riccardo to focus exclusively on vocals and lyrics, particularly during live performances.

Following the album’s release, Dust became increasingly active on the live circuit, sharing the stage with established acts and performing across Italy and Eastern Europe, including shows in Serbia, Croatia and Romania. These experiences played a key role in shaping the band’s identity, strengthening both their musical cohesion and their commitment to an authentic, no-frills live approach focused on intensity and connection rather than visual excess.

After several lineup changes, Dust reached a stable formation in 2023, solidifying their current lineup: Riccardo Pirozzi on vocals, Stefano D’Angelo and Federico Ignini on guitars, Francesco D’Elia on bass and Eric Di Donato on drums. This renewed stability marked a turning point for the band, allowing them to refine their sound and push their songwriting toward a heavier, more focused and mature direction.

Conceived as a concept album, the new album “Thoughts Of A Falling Man” unfolds as a near-death journey, exploring themes of guilt, judgment, inner collapse and spiritual limbo. Musically, it represents a significant evolution from the debut, blending elements of death, groove, thrash and black metal into a darker, more compact and uncompromising sound.

More info:​
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THE ROCK ALCHEMIST – the Italian Rock Band with Ties to the World of Motorsport And F1 – Are Worth Keeping an Eye on

THE ROCK ALCHEMIST – formed in 2009 – Italian Rock Band from Turin with a strong sonic identity that blends modern rock with progressive, hard, alternative, and pop elements. With a contemporary and refined sound, the band has built an international following, particularly in Finland, USA, Spain, France, Brazil, Germany, Poland, and Canada.

Their music is born from a balance of emotional impact, technical skill, and production quality. Over the years, they have also connected their image to the world of motorsport and F1, becoming the first rock band to perform on the podium of the Monza Circuit during the awards ceremony of the 2015 Monza Rally Show. Several of their tracks have been used as soundtracks in TV features for programs such as Griglia di Partenza, and on channels like Eurosport or RTBF Belgium.

Their songs have also received international rock radio airplay, being broadcast on various stations in several countries, including the USA, Poland, and France (Virgin Radio France).

The band reveals on the upcoming news + projects:
“We’ll be working on a video for a song from the latest album as soon as possible, probably the ballad “We Shall Meet Again” or the song “A Light on Darkness”, while we’re working on the next live shows.”

Next concert:
Saturday, February 26th at the Merula Strumenti Musicali auditorium (one of the largest musical instrument stores in Italy)

Latest focus videos to check out:
Live Or Die – Ayrton Senna Tribute (Eyes Of Mind 2012): https://youtu.be/lT6zcO8cvEY?si=EpgRMkd5txrmg9CV
Imagine (Live at FIM 2015) https://youtu.be/Tt0hAqsbs40?si=vHzR_8922OYQUxe8
Panic Room (Elements 2017) https://youtu.be/hn6F3jfT-Mc?si=QGOJSunYRnDss127
Cars (Elements 2017) https://youtu.be/N8I2yRSKwA8?si=MOXsOvnZzS8r7Wei
American Woman (2019) https://youtu.be/ChXV2C5aUjw?si=V2qNl-AR7RdBL7RB
All I Want For Christmas Is You (2021) https://youtu.be/ocNBmWcPGjw?si=SHLpGzWi_p2KyP-o
Passion Drives You Over (Lead Love and Glod 2024)  https://youtu.be/AZiutnHzHRI?si=42Q1qx-z-NfsRwqC

Photo credit: Beppe Geracitano
Logo created by Beppe Geracitano

HIGHLIGHTS so far:

Began in the Turin underground scene with numerous club gigs.

In 2009 opening for: Marco Mendoza (Withesnake, Thin Lizzy) and Jeff Scott Soto (Talisman, Malmsteen).

In 2012 The Rock Alchemist release “Eyes of Mind ” by the italian label Videoradio and reaching immediately:

1st place in the ranking of the Top Rock Download on Meteli.net in Northern Europe with Slash, Linkin Park and others, then remaining in the Top 10 in the following spring / summer period. 1st Place on 17 Million of the song “Live or Die” ranking Northern Europe Meteli .net
1st Place for two consecutive weeks on Nokia Music Italy with the song “Guardian Angel”.
Appreciation for the entire album by national and international critics, both by specialized magazines and by non-sector magazines such as Marie Claire.

In 2014, the Band plays for “Ayrton Senna Tribute” – Imola Circuit, with “Live or Die” dedicated to the Brazilian driver. the same year the band is hired to play at the Superbike GP again at Imola

Between 2015 and 2016 The Rock Alchemist performs at the “X Giornate di Brescia” -Festival Off – International Music Festival 2015 – at events organized by FCA (now Stellantis) – Jeep – Harley and also at the Ariston Theater on the occasion of the Sanremo Beatles Summer Festival.

Become the first Rock Band to play on the podium of the Monza Circuit during the awards of Valentino Rossi and Tony Cairoli at the Monza Rally Show 2015:

Closing of the event by playing for the award ceremony, from the podium of the racetrack, We Are The Champions of Queen. The song to the memory of Ayrton Senna, entitled “Live or Die” is uploaded to McLaren-F1.com website, recognized by the Ayrton Senna Foundation and the English Wikipedia page of the driver

2016 start the cooperation with the great Mix / Producer Chris Sheldon  and the award-winning Master Engineer John Webber of the historic Air Studios in London.

2017  The band signs an agreement with the Finnish Lion Music, the indipendent progressive, neoclassical, hard rock label.
2017 Release of the album Elements (Lion Music). The album also includes “The Temple” anthem dedicated to the Monza Motor Speedway.

2018 Release the single American Woman a revisited cover of the famous and historic song of the Canadian band “The Guess Who” (Lion Music).

2019 Release the video of Cars into the MAUTO National Automobile Museum of Turin

2021 Release of the reimagined cover All I Want for Christmas is You (Lion Music).

2024 Release of the album Lead, Love and Gold (Lion Music).

2025 Video for Passion Drives You Over, shot in Monte Carlo in agreement with the Principality of Monaco and ACI.

Line-up:
Aldo Garrone – Vocals
Beppe Geracitano – Guitars
Raoul Ronco – Bass
Max Gordiani – Drums

Web: https://www.therockalchemist.it
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Rock-Alchemist-100063482113095/
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