Awake Again is a four-member post-hardcore band that fearlessly blends together metal and pop elements in their music. Throughout their career, the band has extensively toured various stages, including events such as Ruisrock and Germany’s Wacken Open Air Festival as part of the Wacken Metal Battle competition final.
The band released their debut album “No Matter How The World Turns” in 2022 followed by an EP “A Promise Of Better Days” in 2024, in December they released the single “River” which was created to participate in the Finnish selection for Eurovision, last March they released the single “Soli” and now they are working on a new EP that will be released in the coming months. We had the opportunity to meet the band before their concert at Monttu New Level in Pori and talk about their music, concerts and much more.
Author: Crix
LUNA KILLS & Awake Again live at Monttu New Level, Pori (Finland) 17.4.2025
Last Thursday at Monttu New Level in Pori two bands made the audience jump and sweat with their performances. The first to take the stage were Awake Again, a four-piece post-hardcore band that fearlessly blends metal and pop elements into their music. The band with its wild stage presence, melodies and the right amount of heaviness won over the audience from the first notes. The back and forth with the audience spiced up with jokes made the show even more entertaining. The singer’s vocal versatility was highly appreciated, someone from the audience shouted “this guy has an amazing voice”.
And now it’s time for LUNA KILLS, the most innovative modern metal band on the scene, combining alternative and nu-metal vibes with electronics inspired by video game soundtracks. The band led by frontwoman Lotta Ruutiainen, with her incredible fry scream voice, managed to put on an energetic and intense show thanks also to the use of lights that made the show more cinematic. Apart from some technical problems with the bass, the show was flawless. The band made the audience jump, wave their arms to the beat and sing along.
Here some photos taken by Cristina Gregori.
BRAVERIDE New Video “Nightmares Are Real” Off Upcoming Album “The Great Awakening” Out April 2025
Today marks a major milestone in the journey of epic power metal band Braveride, as they proudly unveil their new full-length album “The Great Awakening” via Rockshots Records. To celebrate the release, the band has also revealed the official lyric video for “Nightmares Are Real”, a powerful and emotionally charged track from the record.
A standout song from the album’s more epic and atmospheric side, “Nightmares Are Real” features one of the strongest choruses on the record. With enchanted harmonies and grand orchestrations, the track delves into a haunted world in motion, one where evil thrives as people look the other way. Presented through a visually engaging lyric video, the song’s themes are brought to life, enhancing its narrative weight and emotional intensity.
“The Great Awakening” is a concept album built as a complete listening experience, where each track contributes to a vast fantasy universe crafted by band founder and songwriter Marios Christakis. With a deep love for fantasy lore, sword-and-sorcery imagery, and cinematic storytelling, Braveride blends symphonic arrangements, classical guitar passages, and powerful riffing into a cohesive and dynamic sound.
Driven by inspiration and passion, the album showcases Braveride’s evolution into one of the most compelling voices in modern epic power metal. From high-energy hymns like “Executioner” to haunting anthems like “Nightmares Are Real”, the record balances complexity and accessibility, offering something memorable in every track.
With “The Great Awakening”, Braveride delivers their most ambitious and fully realized work to date—an epic power metal journey destined to strike a chord with fans of Rhapsody of Fire, Blind Guardian, and Manowar.
Spotify – https://lnk.to/uup1GZ
Music Video – “Nightmares Are Real” – https://youtu.be/HBoeEunJmDI
ALBUM PRE-ORDER – https://rockshots.eu/products/braveride-the-great-awakening-cd
First single – “Executioner”
Listen (Spotify) – https://lnk.to/5FIzow
Music Video – https://youtu.be/rkHjW4eCUT0
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Track Listing:
1. Twilight
2. Executioner
3. Nightmares are Real
4. Souls are Marching
5. Temple of the Unholy Reign
6. The Gate
7. Delfekor
8. Gionis
9. Unspoken Terror
10. The Final Confrontation
Line Up:
Marios Christakis: Guitars, Orchestrations, Lyrics, and all music compositions
Marcello Vieira: Vocals and Vocal Additional Arrangements, Additional Lyrics
Antonis Gerogiorgos: Drums
Wolf De Iuliis: Bass
Guests:
Gaby Koss: Soprano Vocals and arrangements
More info:
Label: https://www.rockshots.eu
Website: https://braveride.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveride
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braveride.band/
ABOUT BRAVERIDE
Founded in 2004 by Marios Christakis, Braveride was created with the vision of blending epic power metal with symphonic elements and a cinematic approach to storytelling. Over the years, the band has evolved, refining their sound from the raw energy of their debut “Heroic Deeds” (2006) to the grandeur, more complex compositions featured in “The Great Awakening” (2025).
Inspired by fantasy literature, sword-and-sorcery tales, and epic battles, Braveride’s music transports listeners into mythical worlds. With soaring vocals, galloping rhythms, intricate orchestrations, and classical guitar passages, their sound stands out as a powerful force within the epic power metal landscape. Their ability to balance complexity and melody, creating both immersive full-album experiences and standalone anthems, has earned them a dedicated following among fans of Rhapsody of Fire, Blind Guardian, and Manowar.
SANDNESS Announces New Album “Vertigo” – Music Video “Draw The Line”
Following the release of “Not Your Dog”, Sandness continues building momentum toward their upcoming album “Vertigo” with the brand-new single “Draw The Line”, now available on all digital platforms.
Direct and melodic, “Draw The Line” reveals a more emotional and introspective side of the band, blending hard rock energy with strong ’80s AOR influences. Inspired by a personal turning point, the lyrics speak about the strength to start over and view life from a new perspective. With catchy riffs, big choruses, and polished production, Sandness delivers a song that showcases their growth while staying true to their roots.
Featured on the tracklist of “Vertigo”, “Draw The Line” perfectly represents the spirit of the album: a record born in a time of transition that pushed the band to rethink their creative process. Recorded and produced by Alessandro Del Vecchio at Ivorytears Music Works Recording Studio (Italy), the album blends modern and vintage rock sounds, combining radio-friendly immediacy with arena-sized impact.
Digital Single – https://lnk.to/lYnj1A
Music Video – Draw The Line – https://youtu.be/7COYZXj34GI
With over fifteen years of experience, Sandness have carved out their place in the European hard rock scene with a signature sound that mixes hard rock, power pop and classic metal, winning over fans of UFO, D-A-D, The Darkness and Y&T. Despite being a power trio, their live shows are explosive and full of energy, as proven by past performances alongside Lita Ford, Nazareth and Tygers Of Pan Tang.
“Draw The Line” is further proof of Sandness’ artistic evolution—a single that hits with its energy and emotional depth, offering a taste of what promises to be a powerful and multifaceted album.
The band will present the new album live on May 20, 2025, at Alcatraz – Milan, opening an epic night alongside Eclipse and Swiss hard rock legends Gotthard, in what will be their only Italian show!
“Vertigo” will be released via Rockshots Records on May 16th, 2025, and will be available on CD and a special limited edition PURPLE VINYL.
ALBUM PRE-ORDER: https://lnk.to/ZtUHJ1
Music Video – Not Your Dog – https://youtu.be/Hz2-TNx1JB0
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Tracklist – Vertigo:
1. Per Aspera Ad Astra
2. The Match
3. Draw The Line
4. From Zero To Hero
5. Back For More
6. Midnight Dance
7. Rock’n’Roll High
8. Not Your Dog
9. Neverending Road
10. Train Of Time
Sandness Line-Up:
Mark – Bass, lead and backing vocals
Metyou – Drums and backing vocals
Robby – Lead and rhythm guitar, lead and backing vocals
For more info:
Rockshots.eu
Sandnessofficial.com
Facebook.com/Sandnessband/
Instagram.com/sandness_official
Australian Death Metal Band Monoliyth Unleashes Official Video for New Single ‘Excised Unborn’
Melbourne’s Death Metal Outfit Monoliyth unleashes the official video for the first single, Excised Unborn, off the upcoming album He Who Kills. The band is excited to announce their signing to WormholeDeath Records. The release date for He Who Kills will be announced soon.
The upcoming album, He Who Kills, is based on the dark side of humanity, looking through the eyes of serial killers, as a perspective, and a grim insight into the depraved. The single Excised Unborn sets the tone for what’s to come – heavy, raw, and unapologetic brutal Death metal.
The video drops alongside the single. Guitarist Mick Barr states that the single “delivers everything fans have come to expect from the band, “relentless riffs, crushing vocals, and a dark visual narrative, capturing the sonic massacre that is Monoliyth.”
Formed in 1998 in Melbourne, Australia, Monolyth was founded by guitarist Mick Barr. The intensity and passion for extreme music has remained consistent throughout their catalogue and aggressive live shows. Monoliyth has evolved from classic thrash to a laser-focused brutal death metal ensemble. Injecting Old-School and tech-death elements into the compositions are an integral part of the writing process, a trend that will continue to expand into the band’s future releases.
Monoliyth:
Andrew Parkinson – Vocalist
Mick Barr – Rhythm / Lead Guitars
Zakk Barr – Rhythm / Lead Guitars
Jake Mackin – Bass
Tim Wright – Drums
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www.instagram.com/monoliyth_official
www.youtube.com/@monoliythofficial6677
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Degreed new digital EP “The Leftovers – Volume I” and “If It Wasn’t For Me” lyric video out now
Swedish rockers Degreed are excited to release the EP “The Leftovers – Volume I”, digitally available now via Frontiers Music Srl.
The new single and accompanying lyric video, “If It Wasn’t For Me”, are also out now.
Stream/Listen to “The Leftovers – Volume I” HERE
Talking about the new single, vocalist Robin Eriksson said: “I wrote this song on acoustic guitar, years ago. Probably 2017-2018, I think. Then we made an arrangement together in the band, that developed over several years until it became this version. It’s a modern melodic rock/AOR tune. Classic Degreed if you ask me. Great guitar solo by Daniel as well!”
Degreed have been releasing critically acclaimed music since the start of their career with their first album “Life, Love, Loss” in 2010. Over the course of their career, the band has gone from strength to strength with every release, touring and gaining fans all over the world. Their sound mixes classic melodic and hard rock sounds with more contemporary influences, offering the fans a very personal, fresh and exciting mix of great rock music.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the band wasn’t able to tour on the heels of the release of the album “Lost Generation” in 2019. The band released the song “The World We Knew”, their musical summation of the year 2020 (the song became “Track of the Week” at Classic Rock Magazine’s website a week after its release) and then in 2021, Degreed began working on what would ultimately become “Are You Ready”, released in 2022.
The latest Degreed album, “Public Address”, was released on July 7, 2023, and it sees the band delivering on all of the promise of earlier efforts and reaching an absolute premiere moment in their musical creativity.
“The Leftovers – Volume I” Tracklist:
1. If It Wasn’t For Me
2. Good Enough
3. Love Your Enemy
4. Wildchild (tribute to Alexi Laiho)
5. GET UP!!
6. Hard To Be Human
Line Up:
Robin Eriksson – Bass/Vocals
Mats Eriksson – Drums
Mikael Blanc – Keyboards
Daniel Johansson – Guitars
TWELVE BACK STONES Release New Single and Video ‘Aniconic Superstar’
Out on all digital platforms, ‘Aniconic Superstar’ is the brand-new single by Italian hard rock band TWELVE BACK STONES, a project that blends rebellious attitude and modern vision into a sharp and meaningful track. Released by Volcano Records & Promotion, ‘Aniconic Superstar’ is a declaration against the decline of icons and superstars in today’s society.
The lyrics explore the loss of meaning behind symbolism and the media-driven collapse of iconic figures, replaced by shallow and fleeting attention. With a powerful sound inspired by legends like Velvet Revolver, Cult and L.A. Guns, Twelve Back Stones offer a blend of gritty energy and conceptual depth that hits hard both sonically and intellectually. The track is supported by an official music video now available on YouTube, a strong visual interpretation that echoes the track’s message.
Listen to Aniconic Superstar now on Spotify, Apple Music, and all major streaming platforms.
Argon releases debut single “MARSSIE”
The Italian solo project Argon has released his first single “MARSSIE”.
Argon is an Italian musician and composer, coming from musical genres such as metalcore, progressive and djent, but now, after years spent in bands and various projects, he works as a soloist trying to express what he feels inside, without any kind of mental limitation or musical genre.
This time he brings his experience in a predominantly electronic genre, to create a relaxing sound that can be listened to by all types of people.
“MARSSIE is the first track of this new adventure. An adventure that is not only linked to my progressive musical expansion, thanks to an important change undergone in my personal life. Even in the most hostile place, against all premises, a seed is born, grows and matures. Change always happens, new life.”
This track will be part of an EP composed of three tracks. This will be the first release of many future EPs characterized by various genres. The idea for this first work is to produce songs in which the voice is the mind of the listener at any moment of his life.
https://www.instagram.com/argon_18_official
https://www.youtube.com/@argon18official
Alien Weaponry Video Interview
Alien Weaponry, a groove metal band that cherishes the traditions of New Zealand’s indigenous people, has won over metal fans around the world with their distinctive music, where primitive rhythms blend seamlessly with modern production and different subgenres of metal. Last month, the band released their third studio album “Te Rā” to great acclaim, with many calling it the best album of 2025. Adding to the band’s success is the collaboration with Randy Blythe from Lamb of God on the track “Taniwha,” a dream for the young band to have one of metal’s greatest vocalists as a guest. We had the opportunity to interview Tūranga Morgan-Edmonds about their new album “Te Rā,” the collaboration with Randy Blythe, music videos, touring, and more.
Mors Silens Unleashes New Lyric Video for “Scorn” | New Album “Infernal Legacy” Coming May 9th
Hungarian extreme metal force Mors Silens unleashes a furious new lyric video for “Scorn”, a relentless descent into the rot of modern humanity. With searing riffs and unrelenting aggression, the track confronts a world poisoned by hatred, division, and decay, posing a haunting question: When hope is gone and only death remains, will we finally see what we’ve done?
Pre-save the album: orcd.co/infernallegacy
Formed in 2006, Mors Silens blends blistering speed with crushing heaviness. With multiple acclaimed releases—Call of the Nether Realm, World of Pain, and Under the Dark Sun—the band has toured internationally and shared stages with acts like Fleshgod Apocalypse and Kataklysm. Known for explosive live shows and impactful visuals, the band earned 2nd place at the POSADA ROCK Contest in 2021 and continues to evolve without compromise.
www.facebook.com/morssilens
www.youtube.com/MorsSilens
soundcloud.com/mors-silens
www.tiktok.com/@morssilensofficia
morssilensofficial.bandcamp.com
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