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12
May

ALICE COOPER Gets 'Paranormal' on July 28

Artist: 
Alice Cooper
Friday, July 28, 2017
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ALICE COOPER ANNOUNCES WORLDWIDE SIGNING TO earMUSIC TO RELEASE NEW STUDIO ALBUM PARANORMAL ON JULY 28
 
earMUSIC is proud to announce the worldwide signing of legendary shock-rocker Alice Cooper.
 
Paranormal, Alice Cooper's new studio album and his first in six years, will be released on July 28, 2017 on earMUSIC as 2CD Digipak, 2LP, Limited Box Set, and Digital.
 
The 12-track album has been recorded in Nashville with long-time collaborator Bob Ezrin and features a very special bonus CD — a mini-album consisting of three brand new songs written and recorded together with the original Alice Cooper band members Dennis Dunaway, drummer Neal Smith, and guitarist Michael Bruce, alongside carefully selected live recordings.
 
Paranormal also features special guest appearances by U2's Larry Mullen Jr., ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons, and Deep Purple's Roger Glover.
 
Alice Cooper will be touring extensively this year in support of Paranormal, visiting cities in the U.S., Europe, and Australasia.
 
ALICE COOPER ON TOUR:
4/22 -Tupelo, MS - BancorpSouth Arena
4/23 - Springfield, IL - Prairie Capitol Conventionion Center
4/25 - Charleston, WV - Municipal Auditorium
4/26 - Norfolk, VA - Chrysler Hall
4/27 - Salem, VA - Salem Civic Center
4/29 - Cherokee, NC - Harrah's Cherokee Event Center
4/30 - Augusta, GA - The Bell Auditorium
5/2 - Birmingham, AL - Alabama Theater
5/3 -Little Rock, AR - Robinson Center Music Hall
5/4- Tulsa, OK - Brady Theater
5/6 - Durant, OK - Choctaw Grand Theatre
5/7 - Midland, TX - Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center 5/8 - San Antonio, TX - Tobin Center for The Performinging Arts
5/10 - Corpus Christi, TX - American Bank Center 5/11 - Shreveport, LA - Municipal Auditorium
5/13 - Columbia, SC - Koger Center for the Arts
5/14 - Nashville, TN - TPAC
5/16 - Columbus, OH - Express Live!
6/7 - Appleton, WI - Fox Cities Performing Arts Center 6/8 - Hinckley, MN - Grand Casino Hinckley Amphitheatre 6/9 - Mankato, MN - Vetter Stone Amphitheatre
6/12 - Denver, CO - Paramount Theater
6/13 - Salt Lake City, UT - Kingsbury Hall
6/16 - Lincoln, CA - Thunder Valley Casino Amphitheatre 6/17 - Eugene, OR - Cuthbert Ampitheatre
6/18 -Airway Heights, WA - Pepsi Outdoor Summer Concertert Season at Northern Qu
6/20 - Bakersfield, CA - Rabobank Theatre
6/21 - Temecula, CA - Pechanga Theater
6/22 - Tucson, AZ - AVA Amphitheater
6/24 - El Paso, TX - KLAQ Streetfest
 
DEEP PURPLE / ALICE COOPER / EDGAR WINTER:
8/12 - Las Vegas, NV - The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan 8/13 - Los Angeles, CA - The Greek Theatre
8/15 - Phoenix, AZ - Ak-Chin Pavilion
br 8/16 - Albuquerque, NM - Isleta Amphitheater
8/18 - The Woodlands, TX - Cynthia Woods Mitchell Paviliilion
8/19 - Dallas, TX - Starplex Pavilion
8/21 - Atlanta, GA - Chastain Park Amphitheatre
8/23 - Bristow, VA - Jiffy Lube Live
8/24 - Camden, NJ - BB&T Pavilion
8/26 - Wantagh, NY - Nikon at Jones Beach Theater
8/27 - Boston, MA - Xfinity Center
8/28 - Holmdel, NJ - PNC Bank Arts Center
8/30 - Indianapolis, IN - Klipsch Amphitheater
9/1 - Pittsburgh, PA - KeyBank Pavilion
9/2 - Toronto, ON - Budweiser Stage
9/3 - Clarkston, MI - DTE Energy Music Theatre
9/6 - Chicago, IL - Tinley Park
9/8 - St. Louis, MO - Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
9/9 - Cuyahoga Falls, OH - Blossom Music Center
9/10 - Cincinnati, OH - Riverbend Music Center
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Fri
12
May

MASON HILL Debut To Arrive In 2018

Artist: 
Mason Hill
Release Year: 
2018
Categories: 
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Frontiers Music Srl is excited to announce the signing of Glasgow based hard rockers Mason Hill for a multi album deal!
 
The band are truly a hot property right now! From winning the Highway To Hell UK battle of the bands competition, appearing at Ramblin' Man Fair, Hard Rock Hell and supporting Inglorious - this is a group very much in demand! Speaking of Inglorious, Mason Hill will open for them at their Inglorious “II” album release show at Islington Assembly Rooms next Friday, May 19th. This will be Mason Hill’s first appearance in London.
 
The Scottish quintet's blend of classic meets modern hard rock results in a batch of uncompromising riffs accompanied by anthemic sing along choruses and stadium friendly ballads. Their high energy live shows impress wherever they play, and they display the swagger and confidence of a band that has being doing it for decades.
 
The band was originally formed in 2013 by two school friends, vocalist/guitarist Scott Taylor and lead guitarist James Bird, with drummer Craig McFetridge being the first to join the ranks. After a few personnel changes, bassist Matthew Ward settled into the role in 2015, with guitarist Marc Montgomery completing the current line-up in 2016 - allowing Taylor to concentrate solely on vocals.
 
Mason Hill spent the next few years "learning their craft" on stages up and down the UK touring circuit. This included some high profile shows supporting the likes of Graham Bonnet (ex Rainbow), Snakecharmer (feat. ex-Whitesnake, Thunder, & Wishbone Ash members), Toseland and Marco Mendoza (Whitesnake, Thin Lizzy, Ted Nugent, Dead Daisies).
 
In December 2015, the band released their debut E.P, the self titled 'Mason Hill', featuring four tracks that highlighted exactly why this band are turning heads - outstanding songs that demonstrate a maturity far beyond their years. Recorded at The Foundry Music Lab with Sandy Jones (Wet Wet Wet) in the producer's chair, the E.P has been critically acclaimed amongst the music press and fans alike.
 
The band says, "We are so happy to announce this record deal with Frontiers and we can't wait to share in the opportunities that it will present us. We are absolutely thrilled to be hitting the studio later in the year to begin recording our debut album."
 
You can get a taste of the band via this live video of "Out Of Reach":
 
 
And via the single "Now You See Me":
 
 
Expect the new album to be available in the first half of 2018!
 
 

 

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Thu
11
May

ANGELWINGS Launch Debut Album June 23

Artist: 
Angelwings
Friday, June 23, 2017
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ANGELWINGS were born in April 2013 out of a group of experienced musicians that had been in the Gibraltar local music scene for some time and who had played in different bands a wide variety of musical genres.
 
Initially, to get together as a band it was decided to perform a number of covers from Finnish symphonic metal sensation Nightwish. Soon it became clear to all that original music would have a very considerable element of orchestration. Thus, ANGELWINGS became the first symphonic metal band from Gibraltar.
 
It is in October 2014 when the band starts to write their original material.
The first (demo) track titled "Wonderland" was posted on YouTube in January 2015 and attracted attention from local media and internationally on social media. Two more demos have followed since, "Memories" and "Forbidden Love". These have enjoyed wide acceptance and support, and have increased the band's exposure. These tracks have had air time on radio stations in Argentina, Spain and the UK. "The Fallen" and "Lilith" also premiered in Argentina.
 
In June 2015 ANGELWINGS supported Heavy metal legends Saxon at the "Hard n Heavy" festival in Gibraltar. In September 2015 they performed at the Gibraltar Music Festival where Kings of Leon and Duran Duran were headliners.
 
These ANGELWINGS tracks have been on air by genre specialized radio stations throughout Europe, North and South America and elsewhere.
After numerous offers from record labels from around the world, the group signed with Pride & Joy Music from Germany. The debut album titled "The Edge of Innocence" was recorded at Angelwings Studios in Gibraltar and produced by ANGELWINGS. Album cover concept idea Darren Fa; graphic designer Thomas Ewerhard; band logo design Paul P Cano.
 
ANGELWINGS will release its debut album "The Edge Of Innocence" on June 23.
 
Line-up: Divi Cano – vocals, Mark Brooks – drums, Glenn Cano – keyboards, Darren Fa – bass, Paul P. Cano - guitar.
 
Web: www.facebook.com/angelwingsgib
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Thu
11
May

FREDDY NELSON Preps Debut Album 'Shake The Cage'

Artist: 
Freddy Nelson
Friday, July 7, 2017
Categories: 
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FREDDIE NELSON READY TO ‘SHAKE THE CAGE’ WITH DEBUT SOLO ALBUM DUE OUT JULY 7
 
May 10, 2017 -- Guitarist, singer, songwriter, and producer FREDDIE NELSON first came to international attention in 2010 when he collaborated with guitar virtuoso Paul Gilbert (Mr. Big) on their album, UNITED STATES. Together they wrote, performed, and produced the recording that was released on Mascot Records and toured Japan and Europe shortly after.
 
Flash forward to 2017 and it’s now time for Pittsburgh’s FREDDIE NELSON to SHAKE THE CAGE with his self-produced debut solo album, due out July 7. The album’s first single, “Hey Doll,” will be available at all digital retail outlets starting Friday, May 12. The album will be available for pre-orders starting May 19 on iTunes, which will include an instant gratification track. Pre-orders for CD copies will be available on his official website the same day.
 
We live in an age where reality shows create superstars and the technology that once revolutionized music has become the crutch of the creative process. In an oversaturated industry where anyone can be discovered, we have lost sight of the unseen magic that embodies iconic musicians. The music of FREDDIE NELSON is here to remind us of that magic.
 
“The record is called SHAKE THE CAGE, because I feel that a lot of music has become one dimensional with tools such as pitch correction and formulated songwriting.  There is no substitute for hard work and honing your craft, and it’s time to challenge mediocrity,” NELSON says.
 
With unprecedented attention to detail, SHAKE THE CAGE is truly a solo effort. All of the writing and producing was done by Nelson as well as all of the musical and vocal performances, with the exception of drums performed by the legendary Thomas Lang (who has played with Peter Gabriel, Kelly Clarkson, John Wetton and countless others). It was mixed by Rob Hill of X Music Studios in Los Angeles, CA and was mastered by Maz Murad at Metropolis in London, England.
 
SHAKE THE CAGE is a collection of eleven hook driven rock songs displaying NELSON’s impressive four octave vocal range and notoriously ferocious guitar playing. Intertwining elements of punk, pop, and blues, he has the uncanny ability to weave memorable melodies alongside intelligent lyrics to create a body of work that appeals to the masses.
 
“I let my instincts guide me,” NELSON explains, “and this album is the result of living in the moment.”
 
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Wed
10
May

MONSTERS OF ROCK CRUISE 2018 Announced

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8th EDITION (THE OCHO) OF THE HARD ROCK/HEAVY METAL VOYAGE SAILS OUT OF MIAMI, FL FEBRUARY 11-16, 2018 - SPECIAL VALENTINE'S  CRUISE
 
LINE-UP FEATURES 35-PLUS PERFORMING ARTISTS INCLUDING: TESLA, QUEENSRYCHE, THUNDER, LITA FORD, WINGER, BRITISH LION, DORO, KIX, Y&T, VIXEN, GREAT WHITE, BEASTO BLANCO, LA GUNS, AND MANY MORE
CRUISE GOES ON SALE TOMORROW (5/10) AT 12 NOON EST
 
Details for the eighth annual MONSTERS OF ROCK CRUISE, the world's premier hard rock/heavy metal experience at sea, have been announced.
 
Departing out of Miami, FL, the five-day/five-night full ship charter cruise will set sail February 11-16 aboard Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas (a new ship for MOR) and visiting two new ports: Falmouth, Jamaica and the private isle of Labadee. As in past years, the 2018 cruise will also feature optional pre-cruise parties in Miami on the evening of Friday, February 9th and Saturday, February 10th (details TBA).
 
The cruise goes on sale tomorrow (5/10) at 12 Noon EST, with cabins starting at $1,199 per person (double occupancy). Government fees, taxes, and gratuities are additional and mandatory for all passengers, regardless of age. For more info, visit MonstersOfRockCruise.com and follow @monstersofrockcruise on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
 
Confirmed line-up for the 2018 MONSTERS OF ROCK CRUISE includes: Tesla, Queensrÿche, Thunder, Lita Ford, Winger, British Lion featuring Steve Harris of Iron Maiden, Doro, KIX, Y&T, Vixen, Great White, Beasto Blanco, LA Guns, The Pretty Maids, Lynch Mob, Firehouse, Loudness, Michael Sweet (of Stryper), The Quireboys, Tyketto, Dangerous Toys, Junkyard, Keel, Raven, Madam X, Rhino Bucket, John Corabi, Autograph, Lillian Axe, Rough Cutt, Mitch Malloy, The Iron Maidens, Kickin' Valentina, Jared James Nichols, Thee Rock 'N Roll Residency, and Atomic Punks, with more performances to be announced. Plus, Eddie Trunk and comedian Don Jamieson (VH1's "That Metal Show"), San Francisco bay area radio host Nikki Blakk and Luc Carl (SiriusXM's "Hair Nation") are the official cruise hosts and will moderate Q&A's and many other specially designed events crafted especially for this voyage. 
 
In addition to the band performances, the cruise will feature over-the-top, customized activities including MOR Artist Photo Experiences, Gong Show Karaoke, My Bloody Valentine Fantasy Ball, "So You Think You Can Shred" and Cooking with Rock Stars hosted by Lisa Tirone of Chef it up! and even more to be announced.
 
Click here for MOR '18 artist reveal video and here for cruise experience video.
 
Navigator of the Seas is unlike any ship experienced before on the MONSTERS OF ROCK CRUISE. The Voyager Class ship features the Royal Promenade, spanning the length of Deck 5, featuring restaurants, coffee bars, shopping and connecting cruisers to all performance venues. Other activities aboard the ship include: boogie boarding or surfing the waves at the FlowRider Surf Simulator, challenging yourself on the rock climbing wall, soaking in one of the many hot tubs and pools, or pampering yourself in the world-class Vitality at Sea Spa. 
 
The exclusive island of Labadee is the ultimate private destination for Monsters of Rock cruisers, offering adventure, exploration and relaxation amongst its many bars and pristine waters. Vacationers can amp up the adrenaline on the Dragon's Tail Coaster, a thrilling 30-mile-per-hour ride with incredible views of the island.For more action, adventurous passengers may choose to strap on a helmet and harness, and soar 500-feet down on the Dragon's Breath Flight Line, the world's longest zip line over water. In addition, there are plenty of exciting options to choose from, including wave jet rides, parasailing, snorkel safaris, kayak tours, and much more.
 
Situated on Jamaica's North coast between Montego Bay and Ocho Rios, Falmouth has something for all travelers. Monsters of Rock Cruisers won't want to miss Dunn's River Falls, one of the most incredible natural wonders in the world and a shore excursion unlike any other. This series of lush, tropical waterfalls cascade over terraced natural stairs as you take the picturesque hike all the way to the Caribbean Sea. Enjoy the journey, taking breaks to swim in the small lagoons and grottos as you ascend the vertical sections of the falls. Cruisers can wrap up the day with a hike and dip into the Caribbean Sea or enjoy a myriad of activities, such as windsurfing, kayaking, horseback riding, river raft rides or sightseeing.
 
Find official cruise merchandise here: 
 
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Wed
10
May

MARK SLAUGHTER Gives 'Halfway There' Video Insight

Artist: 
Mark Slaughter
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
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SLAUGHTER vocalist MARK SLAUGHTER has released the first and second of a series of in-studio videos discussing and previewing tracks from the upcoming album 'Halfway There', in stores May 26 via EMP LABEL GROUP/AMPED, in Europe via EMP/SPV, and in Japan via Universal Music Japan/EMP out on May 10th, 2017.

Episode #2 features Mark discussing and previewing the album track "Supernatural", and tells the touching story of how a lost guitar belonging to late Slaughter guitarist Tim Kelly found its way home to make a guest appearance on the track and can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/uy9ntN2yfnY

Episode #1 features Mark discussing and previewing the album track "Conspiracy" can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/i6AdIf3rRkc
'Halfway There' was produced and co-mixed by Slaughter with John Cranfield (AFI, Andy Grammer), with art by famed horror/album artist “Mister” Sam Shearon (Rob Zombie, Iron Maiden, KISS, Clive Barker).
Slaughter has also announced his first solo show to support Halfway There, Thursday June 22nd at The Gramercy Theatre, (with support from KIK TRACEE vocalist Stephen Shareaux) where Slaughter will be backed by bassist Jaymi “PINKBASSMAN” Millard, Guitarist Mike Himmel (Bret Michaels, Dug Pinnick), and his former VINNIE VINCENT INVASION bandmate, drummer Bobby Rock.
Mark Slaughter will also stay busy on the road with his namesake band SLAUGHTER, who will also play several US dates through 2017, including a performance at ROCKLAHOMA May 26th.

SLAUGHTER 2017 Dates:
  • 5/18 - Uncasville, CT - Mohegan Sun Casino
  • 5/28 - Pryor, OK - Rocklahoma
  • 6/29 - Milwaukee, WI - Summerfest Milwaukee, WI
  • 7/7 - Verona, NY - Turning Stone Resort & Casino w/ Great White
  • 7/13 - Baling, Germany - Bang Your Head Festival - Baling, Germany
  • 7/28 - Sioux City, IA - Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - w/Great White & Bret Michaels
  • 8/5 - McMinnville, OR - Yamhill County Fair
  • 8/11 - Three Forks, MT - Rockin The Rivers
  • 8/12 - St. Charles, IL - The Arcada Theater
  • 9/8 - Hinckley. MN - Grand RockTember V Music Festival w/Queensryche, Great White & More
  • 9/16 - Hurricane Mills, TN - Nashville Bike Week
  • 11/12 - Houston, TX - Proof Rooftop Lounge

 

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Wed
10
May

HAREM SCAREM - United (Review)

information persons: 
content: 
100%
Produced By: 
Harry Hess & Pete Lesperance
Release Date: 
2017
Released: 
Worldwide
Musical Style: 
Melodic Rock / AOR
Links: 
Harem Scarem
Label: 
Frontiers
Artist: 
Harem Scarem
Score: 
100
Friday, May 12, 2017
Categories: 
Reviews
 
I’ve always maintained that the writing partnership of Harry Hess/Pete Lesperance was the Lennon/McCartney of the melodic rock world and this, Harem Scarem’s 14th studio album, is not only further proof of that belief, it also proves that a long partnership can remain fresh, vibrant and exciting.
 
United is simply brilliant – a joyous celebration of the classic definition of melodic rock. Harem Scarem have never disappointed me. But I still have my favourite albums and I’m happy to add this one right near the top.
It’s just one glorious hook and chorus after another, but that isn’t the only thing that makes this album so extraordinary. It’s the intelligent musical bed that drives the songs and the contrast of unexpected twists and a quite varied palette of styles that all end up in the same place – melodic rock bliss.
 
The best aspect of this album is the diversity of the ways the anthemic choruses are delivered. Every song is different, yet every one is memorable.
And I love how the darker tone to many of these songs is seemingly cast aside for the many harmony drenched feel good choruses. It’s a contrast that’s almost impossible to pull off with such regularity.
 
Pete Lesperance shines with some of his finest riffing and soloing in years, Harry Hess is absolutely all over this record with what seems like a choir of harmony vocals and some really powerful leads.
United is essentially a 45 minute Harem Scarem history lesson. Fans will hear parts of Mood Swings, Weight Of The World, Voice Of Reason, Higher, Thirteen and Hope all in play.
 
There’s no track that doesn’t stand out on its own, but my personal favourites are the infectious Here Today, Gone Tomorrow; the fast stomping No Regrets; the moody modern rock brilliance of Bite The Bullet; the feel good stadium anthem Things I Know; another harmony drenched, lyrically brilliant The Sky Is Falling and the freeking fantastic bluesy-come-AOR anthem Indestructible.
 
Did I mention the great opening track and one of the band’s best ever ballads in One Of Life’s Mysteries? How about the hands-in-the-air Sinking Ship and the groove driven Gravity? Did I leave anything out?
How about the brilliant production and mix – among the best the band has delivered?
Jeff Scott Soto appears on backing vocals for Here Today, Gone Tomorrow and even more prominently, to great effect, on Bite The Bullet.
Why haven’t you purchased this already? What a wonderful, joyous, powerful statement from a band that just keeps delivering time and time again. Essential and perfect.
 
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