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Rock band Saving Jack release massive ballad Brother – The song dedicated to friends was born from lyrics given as a gift

Founded in 2020, Saving Jack has grown from an acoustic trio into a seven-piece rock orchestra, including both classical music experts and self-taught garage rockers. The band, which is signed to Ässä Records, has so far released the EPs Free and Live Your Life. The previous single releases Losing You and Drunk Again were released earlier this year.

Today, however, we are on the verge of a more dramatic production, as Saving Jack releases their new single Brother. The song showcases the band’s signature characteristics – ambitious American-style compositions, singing lead guitars and profound lyrics. The end result is a rock ballad that meets international standards.

Brother was born when the band’s composer, Jaakko “Jaffa” Tanninen, received the finest Christmas gift from his wife: lyrics that tell the story of friendship, its authenticity, timelessness and beauty. The significance of the lyrics was highlighted when a person close to the band died of illness during the song’s production. However, he managed to hear the first version of the Brother single. The band dedicates the song to all their dear friends.

“This topic had been on their minds for a long time, but they had not found suitable words, even though friends have always played a very big role in the band’s life. The following days were spent at the piano, and we finished the draft of the song Brother. Originally, the song was only intended to be recorded with piano and vocals, but in the studio an electric guitar was also added. However, the song continued to grow, and the final version also includes drums, bass and percussion,” Jaffa recalls.

Saving Jack is:
Vocals – Ville Muru
Guitar – Timo Pyykkö
Guitar – Jaakko “Jaffa” Tanninen
Bass – Heikki Hartikainen
Drums – Ossie Jaala
Piano – Sampo Anttila
Percussion – Nils-Ole Römark

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Finnish heavy rock band STUD releases their fifth album

‘Under Silver Sky’ is Finnish STUD‘s fifth album and it offers a diverse set of melodic heavy rock songs. STUD have been updating ther sound from album to album and the same continues with this latest one. ‘Under Silver Sky’ is another strong performance from the pioneer of Finnish heavy rock.

The album features 10 songs, of which ‘Under silver sky’, ‘Castaway’ and ‘Alone’ have already been released as singles. Lyric videos have also been released for the singles.

STUD has been releasing albums at a steady pace since 2013, with their latest album being their fifth full-length. Each album has been carefully crafted, using the best professionals at every stage of the process. However, the responsibility for the final result has always been with the band itself.

The music on this album offers fans of melodic heaviness and hard rock a journey from one mood to another. The opening track ‘The Bridge’ is an instrumental that has also been played as an intro at the band’s gigs. ‘False believer’ is a strong and loud heavy song with a riff that is the only part of the album that was written before 2020.

The title track ‘Under silver sky’ and the catchy ‘Last time’ are the more melodic sections of the album, while the more modern sound is represented by ‘If living is so easy’ and ‘Low battery’. Singles ‘Alone’ and the album closer ‘Castaway’ show that STUD is on a roll and not taking any backward steps.

Listen to the album on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal, Bandcamp etc.): https://push.fm/fl/stud-undersilversky

STUD:

Ari Toivanen (vocals)
Mika Kansikas (guitar & keyboards)
Lauri Leno (bass)
Stenda Kukkonen (drums)

STUD’s discography includes:
1. Out of the Darkness (2013)
2. Rust on the Rose (2014)
3. Circle of Lies (2017)
4. War of Power (2020)
5. Under Silver Sky (2025)

For more information about the band, their discography, and upcoming tour dates, visit their official website at www.stud.fi and the Facebook-page www.facebook.com/STUDofficial

Nervebreak Release Final Single From Hopeless Society EP – Slave to the Grind, Released Today, Is the Band’s Heaviest Production

Nervebreak, who make groovy and heavy thrash metal, released their fourth single today from their EP, Hopeless Society, which will be released on March 7th. Slave to the Grind represents the band’s heavier side and its unstoppable forward-moving rhythm will make even the most hardened of punks’ heads bob. The heavy rhythm and catchy riffs combined with the raspy vocals give this song its Nervebreak signature.

“I remember listening to a lot of White Zombie around the time I wrote Slave to the Grind. I think you can see that in that basic riff in a good way. There’s something similar, a thrashing but forward-moving vibe to it,” guitarist Lassi Kuusela reflects.

Vocalist Santeri Salmela, who wrote the lyrics for the song, commented: “The first time I heard the preliminary demo of this song, my attention was first drawn to its furious energy. I realized that this song had to have really angry lyrics and vocals. I started writing lyrics about real, infuriating situations in my life, such as my former day job, or actually my then-predecessor! I got to break down the injustices and the end result was a really authentic groove.”

From the upcoming EP have been relesed so far the singles Better Off, Dead End and Give Me a Break. Slave to the Grind has also been recorded together with the band’s regular recording and mixing engineer Joel Pöllänen. Mikko Herranen was responsible for the mastering.

Founded in 2020, Nervebreak caught the attention of the metal community by releasing their Desperate Measures EP in 2022 and performing at Tuska the following summer. The band’s production mixes elements of old-school thrash metal, groove metal and funk. Now, with their new EP, the band is determinedly aiming for the next level.

Hopeless Society EP track listing:

1. Dead End
2. Slave to the Grind
3. Hopeless Society
4. Let It Go
5. Better Off
6. Give Me a Break

Nervebreak is:
Santeri Salmela – vocals
Lassi Kuusela – guitar
Fernando Arriaga – bass
Aki Kuokkanen – drums

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NOTHING MORE releases new song – At the same time, the band announces the release of a deluxe version of their CARNAL album

NOTHING MORE released their successful CARNAL album last year, which has already collected over 100 million streams. With the album, the band also claimed the number one spot on the Active Rock Radio chart twice with their songs IF IT DOESN’T HURT and ANGEL SONG (feat. David Drainman).

The band is treating their fans to a deluxe version of CARNAL on March 28th, which includes five bonus tracks. The previously unreleased song WE’RE ALL GONNA DIE can be heard from the deluxe version today. The song is a mix of existential reflection and rebellion. When the band was asked about the meaning behind the lyrics, their answer was:

“This song is for the rich and for the poor.
This song is for the ones we hate and the ones we adore.
In the end, one thing is true…
I’m gonna die, and so are you.”

CARNAL Deluxe album track-list:

1. CARNAL
2. HOUSE ON SAND (feat. Eric V. of I Prevail)
3. IF IT DOESN’T HURT
4. ANGEL SONG (feat. David Draiman)
5. FREEFALL
6. BLAME IT ON THE DRUGS
7. HEAD
8. EXISTENTIAL DREAD
9. HEART
10. DOWN THE RIVER
11. GIVE IT TIME
12. SIGHT
13. STUCK (feat. Sinizter)
14. RUN FOR YOUR LIFE
15. SOUND
16. WE’RE ALL GONNA DIE
17. FREEFALL (feat. Daughtry)
18. ANGEL SONG (feat. David Draiman) Live @ Aftershock
19. HOUSE ON SAND (feat. Eric V. of I Prevail) -MG Remix
20. ANGEL SONG (feat. David Draiman) -JD Remix

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Polish Guitar Virtuoso Andrzej Citowicz Unveils New Single ‘Fortress Of Solitude’ from Upcoming “Living Room Rockstar” Album

Polish guitarist  Andrzej Citowicz releases “Fortress Of Solitude”, a groundbreaking single that defies musical boundaries by merging hard rock’s raw power with orchestral complexity. The track represents a cinematic journey where electric power chords collide with sweeping, theatrical soundscapes.

“This song is my inner world made audible”, Citowicz explains. “It’s where the intensity of hard rock meets the emotional depth of an orchestral landscape. Each power chord is a statement, each melodic turn a revelation about navigating life as an autistic musician.”

The single, from the upcoming album “Living Room Rockstar,” showcases Citowicz’s unique approach to music creation. Leveraging AI vocal technology while maintaining absolute creative control, the track features Patryk Szymanski’s thunderous bass lines that provide a dynamic foundation to the guitar-driven narrative.

“As an autistic artist, my fortress has always been music”, Citowicz shares. “It’s where complexity becomes clarity, where internal chaos transforms into structured emotion. ‘Fortress Of Solitude’ isn’t just a song – it’s a sonic autobiography.”

The track represents a profound exploration of neurodivergent experience, transforming personal challenges into a universal musical language. Blending hard rock’s aggressive energy with orchestral arrangements, the single creates a unique sonic environment that challenges traditional genre boundaries.

Now Available:

Lyric Video: https://youtu.be/D0V1EztSz4Q?si=tZxxVG_g80u9dhSc
Streaming: All Major Platforms

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As an autistic guitarist, Citowicz has leveraged his unique perspective to craft a distinctive sound that resonates with listeners from all walks of life. His music serves as a powerful tool for self-expression, allowing him to convey complex emotions and thoughts in a way that transcends verbal communication. By sharing his experiences and creative process, Citowicz aims to inspire and empower others on the autism spectrum, while also promoting greater understanding and acceptance of neurodiversity in the music industry.

Andrzej Citowicz’s music career has been marked by a unique blend of hard rock, blues, and cinematic elements, which has garnered him a loyal following across the globe. His critically acclaimed trilogy of instrumental albums has been praised for its emotional depth, technical virtuosity, and innovative storytelling. Citowicz’s music has been described as “a cinematic soundscape that transports listeners to a world of raw emotion”.

Also check out Andrzej’s earlier singles:
“When Hearts Collide” – https://youtu.be/8LXEJK1GYiE?si=xuBU6DErlkIgFqcB
“Fear Poems” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fAp0Etml-Is
“Bloody Mamacita” – https://youtu.be/j4Ts9XXTQuo?si=4bPYUvd32W0HondB
“Hive of Weirdness” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ji5TwSm_hNo
“Butterfly Effect” – https://youtu.be/jryGasne7Mg?si=BWLN4_tx7r03NgoD
“Turn To Stone” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2NT7O9Zr2M
“Anemoia” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THtiL7q90bY
“Modern Blues Riot” special demo – https://youtu.be/AEZtTuPr6bI
Special Cairo Mix ‘Midnight Thunderstorms’ – https://youtu.be/FEK8fsbHd4I
‘A Wound That’s Always Bleeding’ – https://youtu.be/clScq09DywE
‘Savagely Hungry For Love’ – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sEgRrcmgLDY
‘Electric Heartbeat Symphony’ – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6IWdx0vOQQ
‘Marvelous Misadventures Of Myself’ – https://youtu.be/jsgLvfF5Wd8
‘The Long Train Journey’ – https://youtu.be/zbEgbMBGbGw
‘Never Ending Storms’ – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip04u1xuf4s

Connect with Andrzej Citowicz:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7aIeg5DyI7xwkYLsBgJNWf
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AndrzejCitowicz
Instagram: https://instagram.com/citovitz
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/citovitz/

LAY OF THE AUTUMN Explores Struggle and Empowerment w/ New Video “Thrown Away” Off Latest Album “Of Love And Sorrow”

Rockshots Records and Lay Of The Autumn proudly present the official music video for “Thrown Away”, one of the standout tracks from their debut album “Of Love And Sorrow” released on October 25th, 2024.

A striking blend of Symphonic Power Metal, cinematic soundscapes, and electronic elements, “Thrown Away” explores struggle, catharsis, and empowerment themes. The song is driven by intense riffs, soaring melodies, and fast, intricate guitar and keyboard solos, complemented by ERIA’s evocative vocal performance, which captures vulnerability and strength.

Following the success of “Lost In Your Eyes”, this new track from “Of Love And Sorrow”, “Thrown Away” further establishes the band’s ability to craft music that balances melancholy with power, emotion with precision, and melody with intensity. The album, featuring 10 tracks blending Power Metal, Symphonic Metal, Melodic Death Metal, and cinematic influences, was mixed and mastered by Ettore Rigotti (Disarmonia Mundi) at The Metal House Studios, ensuring a rich, polished, and dynamic sound.

Lay Of The Autumn continues to deliver a fresh yet familiar take on the symphonic metal genre, blending grand orchestrations with driving energy. With “Thrown Away” they offer listeners an emotional and powerful journey through their signature sound.

Watch the official music video now and experience the next chapter of “Of Love And Sorrow”!

Music Video – https://youtu.be/ysfru7Ks4oM​

Digital Single – https://lnk.to/8lIVcg2a​

Digital Album / CD – https://lnk.to/jR59oz​

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Track Listing:​
1 – When It Rains – 2:27
2 – Flowing Tears – 5:52
3 – Lost In Your Eyes – 5:51
4 – After All This Time? Always – 5:44
5 – Thrown Away – 5:53
6 – Undergo Deconstruction – 5:55
7 – Love You To Death – 6:20
8 – Si Sta Come D’Autunno Sugli Alberi Le Foglie – 5:02
9 – Of Love And Sorrow – 5:59
10 – Who Is To Blame – 5:39
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​Lay Of The Autumn are:

Main Singer: Iryna Eria Boyarkina – ERIA​
Growl Singer: Andrea Gambaro​
Keyboards/Composition: Davide Scuteri Music​
Guitar: Davide Lovecchio​
Bass: Cesare Ferrari​
Drums: Michele Olmi​
Mix and Mastering: Ettore Rigotti at The Metal House​
Music Label: Rockshots Records​
Moviemaker: Moviedel Productions​
Photos: Flarescape​
Cover artwork: ProgArt Media – Artwork by Mattias Norén​
Jewel Designer: helenaromanova​

More info: ​
​Rockshots.eu​
​https://www.facebook.com/layoftheautumnofficial​
​https://www.instagram.com/layoftheautumnband​
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​YouTube: eria_singer_official ​
​Instagram: anyri_mysterya
​Facebook: / eriaofficial ​
​Telegram: https://t.me/joinchat/rpJiGB9IyBo2YzVi​
​TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM83t243B/​

Shiraz Lane signs international deal with Frontiers Music, new album to be released this year and first single Dangerous on February 26th

Shiraz Lane, one of the leading exports in the Finnish rock scene, is starting 2025 with great album news. The band’s new studio album will be released later this year, and the first single Dangerous will start the journey towards the upcoming full-length on February 26th. At the same time, the band is returning to the field with the Frontiers Music Srl label, which is responsible for the international release of Shiraz Lane’s upcoming album.

“We are excited to announce our return to Frontiers. After weighing up different options, we concluded that this is the step that needs to be taken in order for the band to flourish. We believe that this collaboration will prove fruitful and give momentum to take Shiraz Lane to a new level of success,” the band describes, noting that the company’s established and extensive international network and expertise in this particular field of music will be an important support for the upcoming album.

“We will also always be grateful to our previous label, Ranka Kustannus, with whom we have mutually agreed that expanding beyond national borders is essential for the band,” continues Shiraz Lane.

“We are incredibly excited to welcome Shiraz Lane back to the Frontiers Records family. Their music has the passion, energy and authenticity that also defines our label, and we can’t wait to share this new chapter with fans around the world. This agreement represents our continued commitment to supporting outstanding artists and bringing high-quality rock music to a global audience,” continues Serafino Perugino, President and CEO of Frontiers Records.

Shiraz Lane will head to the United States for the third time in early March on the Monsters of Rock cruise, performing on the waves of the Caribbean with legendary rock greats. After the tour, the band will return to studio work with their producer Per Aldeheim at Finnvox and Stockholm, but will also be playing a few select shows in Finland and Europe this spring and summer. The last show related to the Acoustic Archives EP release will be played on Saturday this week.

The currently announced shows are:

8.2. West Side Story – Vantaa (Acoustic Archives special)
10.-15.3. Monsters of Rock Cruise – US & Bahamas
18.4. Olympia – Tampere (including Block of Flats)
24.5. Wildfest – Belgium
19.6. Loverocks Festival – UK
27.6. Wildfire Festival – UK
8.11. Lion Rock Festival – ES

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Lord Of The Lost’s Chris Harms’ acclaimed 1980 solo album out now – The idea for the new Lunamor single was born in the moonlight of the Caribbean

Lord Of The Lost vocalist Chris Harms has finally been able to fulfill his long-standing dream on today. Chris’ first solo album 1980 takes listeners to the heart of that decade’s synthpop, without forgetting new wave and gothic elements, and the last single Lunamor, relesed early this week, sums up the album’s vibes in perhaps the most romantic way possible.

“Sometimes one word is enough to spark an entire song. I remember almost a year ago I was alone on deck on the 70,000 Tons Of Metal cruise and was enchanted by the Caribbean moon. The words luna and amor merged in my head to form the word lunamor and I thought what a great song name! A few months later, a whole story and its soundtrack emerged from it, which found a home on his solo album. From a metal cruise to a synapop album, great!”, Chris says.

As with all his previous singles, Chris is also releasing a music video for Lunamor, which you can watch here. Previously released singles from the album, along with their music videos, are now also available to watch on Napalm Records’ YouTube channel.

The upcoming 1980 concept album is a coherent whole that Harms has had time to think about for a long time.

“If I had to categorize this album and put a label on it, I would probably say that it’s a strange but successful mix of Depeche Mode, Modern Talking and Sandra performed by Chris Harms’ voice. But with less perm and hair in the back.”

The album is also available in several formats and special packages here.

The following songs can be found on the 1980 album:

1. I Love You
2. She Called Me Diaval
3. Somewhere Between Heaven And Armageddon
4. Missed Call
5. Madonna Of The Night (feat. Sven Friedrich)
6. Lunamor
7. Parallax
8. Past Pain
9. The Grey Machines (feat. Ronan Harris)
10. Vagueness Of Faith
11. May This Be Your Last Battlefield

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Cinematic prog metal master Elding opens the game with the over seven-minute single Solace in Oblivion – the full EP will be released on March 14th

Guitarist Finn Windsval’s Elding project, which started in 2017, has been nurtured with reverence over the years, and in March the band will finally be able to release their debut EP The Encroaching Malice Part I. The taster single Solace in Oblivion leads listeners into the band’s mystical and multidimensional world.

The Helsinki-based metal band also draws on classical music and film soundtracks – not forgetting game music. Spirituality, mysticism and a connection to nature are also strongly present in the song released today and throughout the debut EP, which will be released on March 14th.

“Our goal is to make music resonate in people’s hearts and gently move their souls; awakening comfort, clarity and also in an empowering way,” the band describes itself and adds:

“In addition to entertaining, the goal is to instill in listeners the desire to consider different perspectives, values ​​and practices that could help all of humanity to foster a better future – both individually and collectively.”

Based on Windsval’s strong vision, the band’s studio sessions have featured a fantastic array of metal experts over the years; including Matias Kupiainen (Stratovarius), Mika Tyyskä (Mr. Fastfinger), Tuomas Yli-Jaskari (Tracedawn), Rolf Pilve (Stratovarius), Mathias Lillmåns (Finntroll, Magenta Harvest) and Tommy Tuovinen (MyGrain, Crownshift).

Now the band has its permanent members, and in addition to Finn, the Elding line-up includes Aleksi Kärkkäinen from Reignited, Thomas Tunkkari, who played in Dark Sarah, and new additions bassist-vocalist Tony Helander, and most recently guitarist John Emslie, who originally came to Finland from Australia.

“It’s an incredible honor to work with such world-class musicians and great friends. I can’t wait to bring epic sagas to life through fascinating music for the whole world to experience,” says Emslie.

Elding consists of:
Aleksi Kärkkäinen | Vocals
Finn Windsval | Guitar
John Emslie | Guitar
Tony Helander | Bass and vocals
Thomas Tunkkari | Drums

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Swallow the Sun drummer Juuso Raatikainen’s project Sounds Of Delusion releases new song – A tale of toxic people blessing everyone with their presence

Juuso Raatikainen‘s (Swallow the Sun, Hedonihil) Sounds Of Delusion releasing second, heavier track The Walking Cancer. With Okko Solanterä (Horizon Ignited, I Am the Night) on vocals the band introduces it’s sludgy side, telling the tale of toxic people blessing everyone with their presence. All hail the narcissist alphas, sometimes found in the mirror.
 

Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Bandcamp, YouTube, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal etc.): https://push.fm/fl/sod-walkingcancer

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