Runescarred Cover Elton John’s 'Madman Across The Water' - @thebeast

Runescarred premiere their cover of Elton John’s 'Madman Across The Water'. Progressive power metallers, Runescarred, premiere their cover of Elton John’s 'Madman Across The Water' exclusively via Ghost Cult Magazine. The new track lands ahead of the re-release of their 2020 album, The Distant Infinite on September 24th 2021.  Listen to the release here: https://www.ghostcultmag.com/exclusive-premiere-runescarred-shares-their-cover-of-elton-johns-madman-accross-the-water/ The band comments: “Madman Across the Water” has always been a song I wanted to cover. We talked about making it heavier, doing something different with it. Ultimately, the song is perfection as it is and we can’t top that. So we just rocked it as best we could and dig the shit out of playing it!” Pre-order the album here: https://runescarred.com/music Combining epic, soaring clean and guttural, harsh vocals with powerful instrumentation, Runescarred deliver a dynamic sound. The quintet’s composition draws upon grounded metal attributes but elevates their music through incorporating their distinctive identity. Whether delivering a hard-hitting metal track, or delving into a softer acoustic piece, Runescarred pour utter emotion and storytelling into the heart of their sound. There is even an element of theatricality to their sound that elevates the atmosphere. From ludicrously intense shredding and melodic riffs to ethereal acoustic melodies, their music reaches another level. Runescarred bring an exhilarating contribution to the world of metal, developing their music through inspired compositional techniques and performances. This re-release with new material celebrates their achievements and provides a glimpse into the band’s continuing evolution. Social links: Website: https://runescarred.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/runescarred/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runescarred/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/runescarredband  
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ALBERTO RIGONI's New Project + EP 'Metal Addicted' Unleash Second Official Video for MEGADETH's "Symphony Of Destruction"! - @thebeast

ICYMI: ALBERTO RIGONI's New Project + EP 'Metal Addicted' Unleash Second Official Video for MEGADETH's "Symphony Of Destruction"! Just recently, Italian bass master and composer ALBERTO RIGONI (solo, BAD AS, NATURAL BORN MACHINE, Bassists Alliance Project, Vivaldi Metal Project etc.) announced his new project and EP, 'Metal Addicted', coming out August 15th, containing covers of Pantera, Megadeth, Slayer, Metallica and Anthrax.  Today Alberto releases the second official video for MEGADETH's "Symphony Of Destruction", watch it below. - via YouTube: - via Facebook: https://fb.watch/7hYMuvD8tx/ Besides Alberto, 'Metal Addicted' EP features female singer Ira Green (Winner of THE VOICE as Rock singer in 2015), legendary drummer Marco Minnemann (The Aristocrats), guitarists Tommy Massara (Extrema), Loida Liuzzi (soloist) and Albert Marshall (soloist, session man). Also watch the first video for PANTERA's "I'm Broken": Pre-order the EP at: https://albertorigoni.bandcamp.com/album/metal-addicted (high-quality tracks) 1. Pantera "I'm Broken" cover 2. Megadeth "Symphony of Destruction" cover 3. Metallica "Enter Sandman" cover 4. Anthrax "Caught in a Mosh" cover 5. Slayer "Raining blood" cover Drums recorded at Lakeshore Studios (LA, USA) and mixed by Simone Mularoni at Domination Studio (Italy) Tracks mixed and mastered by Alberto Rigoni Tommy Massara photo by Luca Passerotti Also check out Alberto's Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/albertorigonibassist ------------- More on Alberto Rigoni: Born in 1981, Alberto Rigoni is an Italian bass player and composer, internationally known for his career as a solo artist and as a member of the metal band BAD As, The Italians, Natural Born Machines  Lady & THE BASS,  co-producer of the Vivaldi Metal Project and member of progressive rock band TwinSpirits (no more active). Between 2008 and 2020 Alberto has released worldwide 9 solo album (Something Different, Rebirth, Three Wise Monkeys, Overloaded, BASSORAMA, Duality, EvoRevolution, Prog Injection, Odd Times), spanning from progressive rock metal to fusion. His albums also featured legendary musicians such as Kevin Moore (ex Dream Theater), Gavin Harrison (Porcupine Tree, King Crimson), Marco Minnemann (the Aristocrats), Göran Edman (ex Yngwie Malmsteen), Michael Manring and many others. Alberto has been featured on the cover of magazines such as Bass Magazine (Japan), Bass Musician Magazine (USA), Bajos Y Bajistas (Spain), Basistas (Poland), TOP BASS (Poland). Moreover, in March 2015 the prestigious Bass Guitar Magazine (UK) released Alberto’s CD anthology called “Into THE BASS.” Alberto has also recorded for several international artists such as Italian pop singer Alexia and he is also playing bass for Canadian rock singer and songwriter Kim Bingham (ex-Nelly Furtado) and The Italians, sharing stages with artists such as Alan Parson, Suzanne Vega, Jørn Lande, Paul Gilbert, Vinnie Moore and others. In 2016 founded a new metal band called BADASS (now called BAD As) which released three albums (More Pain More Gain, Midnight Curse and Crucified Society. On December 15th 2017, Rigoni together with bassist Jeff Hughell (Six Feet Under) released a new studio project called Bassists Alliance. The first album “Crush” featured top notch bassists such as Michael Manring, Adam Nitti, Steve di Giorgio, Colin Edwin, Mark Mitchell, Scott Reeder, Dmitry Lisenko, Brandino BassMaster, Ryan Martini, Leonid Maksimov, Tony Grey. In 2019 founded a new AOR band called “Natural Born Machine” featuring famous Pink Cream 69 singer David Readman. Their debut album “Human” was released on February 19th 2021 by Pride and Joy Music. Currently he is also collaborating with famous producer Hiro Furuya (Elton John, Eric Clapton, etc.) as session bassist. His tenth album “For The Love of Bass” feat. all star bassists such as Nathan East, Lee Sklar, Michael Manring, Doug Wimbish and many others will be released on April 2nd 2021.  More information at: BAND: https://www.badas.rocks | http://www.albertorigoni.net MANAGEMENT: https://www.facebook.com/SplitScreenManagement | http://www.splitscreen-management.com/
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SEA SLEEPER to release "Nostophobia" on vinyl - @thebeast

Following the success of their debut record Nostophobia, Portland based post death/ prog band SEA SLEEPER are unleashing the album on vinyl via Metal Assault Records.  “‘Nostophobia’ was always meant to be a vinyl experience. To our supporters, friends, and Metal Assault Records, thank you! You were all vital in the orchestration of our vision.” Nostophobia delivers a hard-hitting sound from beginning to end. Opening with the intense "Salt", the album begins a journey through heavily distorted instrumentation, obliterating harsh vocals, and utterly ludicrous energy from the percussion. Dynamic clean vocals, such as in "Old Guard", enhance the texture of their sound without losing the all-encompassing dark atmosphere. Whilst "Mountain Carver" delves into technical realms with intricate melodies and riffs running throughout, accompanied by dissonant chord progressions. Influenced by the likes of Gorguts and Gojira or even Mastodon and Blut Aus Nord, SEA SLEEPER experiment with crossing genre boundaries and manipulating different styles.   The vinyl release of Nostophobia seeks to celebrate the success granted to them so early in their career. Despite the troubles of the pandemic, they are hard at work on their second album and are determined to support the underground scene that has cultivated their music.    Pre-order: https://seasleeper.bandcamp.com/   Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seasleeper Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sea_sleeper/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/seasleeper Bandcamp: https://seasleeper.bandcamp.com/
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VARNOK announce new EP "Anthropogenic" - @thebeast

Set to be released on October 1st, 2021, Anthropogenic is Varnok's new offering; the culmination of the work done throughout the lockdown, which was spent writing and recording new material. Going for the old-school thrash metal sound they had committed to, this time Varnok are also pushing towards a bit of a more technical sound, a positive consequence caused by the departure of their bassist, something that forced the band to act as a two-piece in the interim period and be more productive than ever. The concept of Anthropogenic presents the idea of human extinction being self-inflicted, as a lot of what is on this EP reflects self-destructive tendencies. «We tried to make the most of the lockdowns by writing and recording as much as possible», the band comments. «Now that we are out of the dark in that regard, we want to get out there and tour as much as we have the opportunity for, especially places we haven't been.» Anticop [single] by Varnok FOLLOW  VARNOK Bandcamp: varnok.bandcamp.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VarnokOfficial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/varnok_official/
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Royal Hunt - The Art Of Dying - Featured At Planet Mosh Spotify! - @thebeast

Royal Hunt - The Art Of Dying - Featured At Planet Mosh Spotify ! Check it out here at this link: https://planetmosh.com/planetmosh-spotify-playlist-august-2021-new-releases/ “DYSTOPIA” was released on December 16th via King Records (Japan/SE Asia) and on December 18th via NorthPoint Productions (Europe/N & S America). Due to an ongoing pandemic, which keeps slowing down all logistical/postal services considerably, we were forced to postpone the release date of the physical CD – to January 15th 2021.  A concept album offering a considerable expansion of the band´s trademark sound and featuring performances by guest vocalists: Mats Leven (Candlemass, TSO, Skyblood), Mark Boals (Y.J. Malmsteen, Ring of Fire), Henrik Brockmann (Royal Hunt, Evil Masquerade, N´Tribe), Kenny Lubcke (Narita, Zoser Mez) and Alexandra Andersen (Royal Hunt, JSP). Check out the single 'The Art Of Dying' and add it to your playlists! “Dystopia” is available on ALL digital platforms (as MP3, FLAC), and as a regular CD (jewel case), various deluxe editions / bundles and a double heavy vinyl LP at royalhunt.com ROYAL HUNT keep intriguing fans with their adventurous endeavors and the band´s 15th studio album is no exception: a monumental concept opus featuring symphonic, progressive yet hard hitting compositions full of impeccable performances, wrapped tightly into immediately accessible format and a lush, contemporary production. The addition of some extraordinary guest singers and their outstanding performances combined with vastly extended orchestrations creates a truly conceptual, cinematic feel throughout each and every track. Tracklist: INCEPTION ℉451 – BURN – THE ART OF DYING – I USED TO WALK ALONE – THE EYE OF OBLIVION – HOUND OF THE DAMNED – THE MISSING PAGE (Intermission I) – BLACK BUTTERFLIES – SNAKE EYES – MIDWAY (Intermission II) Follow the band at these links: https://royalhunt.com/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/2CzAMm46coQpauDZj4a4ic https://www.youtube.com/user/royalhuntband https://music.apple.com/us/album/dystopia/1543161212 https://www.instagram.com/royalhuntmusic/ https://www.facebook.com/royalhunt https://twitter.com/royalhuntband
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BROKEN HOPE Joins Psycho Las Vegas + Announces Surprise "Swamped In Gore" Anniversary Shows - @thebeast

BROKEN HOPE  is celebrating the 30th Anniversary of their debut album,  Swamped in Gore , and in that spirit, will make their first-ever appearance at  Pyscho Las Vegas  this month, where they will join a lineup of esteemed artists at one of the US’s premier rock and metal music festivals.   In addition to their appearance at  Psycho Las Vegas ,  BROKEN HOPE  will also join forces with legendary death metallers Devourment for two special concerts.   “On behalf of  BROKEN HOPE , we’re extremely excited to be appearing at  Psycho Las Vegas ,”  says guitarist Jeremy Wagner.  “This festival constantly brings only the best in metal and rock of all types and it’s an honor to play amongst such talent - and for the greatest fans. Thanks for having us,  Psycho Las Vegas . Also, the  Psycho -sponsored shows we’re playing afterward in both San Diego and Los Angeles are going to be unreal! We haven’t hit these markets in YEARS, and what’s even cooler is that we’re also being joined by the incomparable  DEVOURMENT !!! These shows are gonna be sick! Last, we’ve been sitting around wondering if we were going to do anything really special to celebrate the 30th anniversary of our first album ‘Swamped in Gore’…yes, it’s 30 years old this year…and now, thanks to  Psycho Las Vegas  and these other  Psycho -sponsored shows,  BROKEN HOPE  has a legit reason to celebrate with EVERYONE as we deliver to you all LIVE. See you all soon!”     BROKEN HOPE live dates: 8/22 – Las Vegas, NV @  Psycho Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay 8/23 - San Diego, CA @  Brick By Brick  (w/Devourment) 8/24 - Los Angeles, CA @  Catch One  (w/Devourment)   Born in 1988,  BROKEN HOPE  was the brainchild of guitarist/chief-lyricist- songwriter Jeremy Wagner. Though Wagner was still attending High School, his passion and drive for bringing the band out of obscurity was apparent from the start. In 1990,  BROKEN HOPE  recorded two demo tapes which landed them a deal with the underground label Grind Core International Records. In 1991,  BROKEN HOPE  released their debut album,  Swamped in Gore , which subsequently launched the band out of the underground and into the mainstream.  Swamped in Gore  was received well, going into three pressings in the first year. The production quality was fantastic for its time and  Swamped in Gore  is noted for being the first digitally recorded death metal album.    By 1993,  BROKEN HOPE  had signed with Metal Blade Records and the label re-released  Swamped in Gore .  BROKEN HOPE  would release their second album,  The Bowels of Repugnance , and continued on with writing and recording more albums for Metal Blade, including  Repulsive Conception  and  Loathing . 1995’s  Repulsive Conception  reached  CMJ New Music Monthly ’s Metal Top 25 chart, as did the follow-up, 1997’s  Loathing .   The first four albums are stellar examples of the fury and sheer brutality possessed by  BROKEN HOPE  and are also the albums that etched  BROKEN HOPE ’s place in death metal history. The first decade for the band was filled with non-stop writing, touring and constant visibility with each album.    By the end of the ‘90s,  BROKEN HOPE  produced and released their fifth album, 1999’s,  Grotesque Blessings . After North American and European tours, Wagner cleaned house and put  BROKEN HOPE  into “metal hibernation” in 2002.   In 2007,  BROKEN HOPE ’s original  Loathing  lineup sat down face-to-face to discuss reuniting and doing a world tour. Due to personal scheduling conflicts, the guys were unable to make anything happen after this special meeting.   On January 20, 2010, original  BROKEN HOPE  vocalist  Joe Ptacek took his life . He was only 37 years old. Before his death, Ptacek met with Wagner and discussed the resurrection of  BROKEN HOPE . With Ptacek’s death, Wagner wanted to bring  BROKEN HOPE  back in honor of Joe.   In 2012, he resurrected  BROKEN HOPE  and vowed to make the band a full-time monster - forever.  BROKEN HOPE  made their long-awaited return to the realm of death metal on the highly successful Carnival of Death tour where the band was direct support for the mighty  Obituary .  BROKEN HOPE ’s high-intensity COD live offerings received top-praise, and confirmed that not only was  BROKEN HOPE  back, they were also more rabid than ever.   The band went on to perform at the 2013 editions of Extremefest (Germany) and Maryland Death Fest to stellar reviews which leads us to a new chapter in the annals of  BROKEN HOPE .   In 2013,  BROKEN HOPE  put pen to paper and signed a worldwide deal with Century Media Records. Their sixth album,  Omen Of Disease , released in October 2013 release.  Omen of Disease  opened with a big first week, hitting #2 most added at US metal radio, nearly breaking into the top 10 at CMJ and with the track “Womb Of Horrors” added as a Flavor Track at Music Choice.  Omen of Disease  also dropped with nearly 1,100 copies sold in its first week of release. BROKEN HOPE  released their seventh studio album,  Mutilated and Assimilated , in 2017. This album was their strongest, most critically-acclaimed release to date and has garnered new-perfect scores in  Metal Hammer ,  Decibel ,  Kerrang! ,  Rock Hard ,  Spark  and many more.   In 2021,  BROKEN HOPE  is celebrating the 30th anniversary of their  Swamped In Gore  album and is also writing a new studio album and making limited/exclusive appearances in San Diego, Los Angeles, and at legendary festivals such as Psycho Las Vegas and Mexico Metal Fest.   BROKEN HOPE DISCOGRAPHY: Studio Albums: Swamped in Gore  (1991) The Bowels of Repugnance  (1993) Repulsive Conception  (1995) Loathing  (1997) Grotesque Blessings  (1999) Omen of Disea se (2013) Mutilated and Assimilated  (2017)   EPs: Hobo Stew  (1993)   Live Albums: Live Disease (2015)   Demos: Broken Hope  (1990) Demo 2  (1990) Label Demo '93  (1993)   BROKEN HOPE is: Damian Leski - Vocals Jeremy Wagner - Guitars Diego Soria - Bass Matt Szlachta - Lead Guitars Mike Miczek - Drums BROKEN HOPE online: www.brokenhope.com www.facebook.com/brokenhopeofficial www.instagram.com/brokenxhope www.twitter.com/brokenhopeband
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New Promo: Incognito Theory - Self Titled - (Southern Hard Rock) - @thebeast

ICYMI: Release Date: June 25, 2021 FFO: Hellyeah, Texas Hippie Coalition, Down Incognito Theory was formed in 2009 by lead singer lyricist and founder Dave Incognito. Incognito Theory have set the bar high to bring their unique blend of crossover hard rock southern groove metal. Fast-forwarding and moving forward, with the help of producer, Steve Zing bassist of Danzig, drummer of Samhain has produced the new album. In addition, Symphony X bassist, Ross the Boss, Silent Assassins, and good friend Mike LePond has appeared on the album. Drummer and backing vocalist John Mosco appear on the album who is also lead vocalist and founder of Sixty miles Down. Dave Crum lead guitarist of Sixty Miles Down lending his session services. The new permanent guitarist is Steve Bloodgood who is now playing guitar for the band. The Band of Brothers Incognito Theory Dare to be different. To bring you up to date with their newest and darkest release. Self-titled “Incognito Theory “ Check out this video! Live Band: Dave Incognito - Vocals Steve Bloodgood - Lead guitarist/Backing vocalist Mike LePond - Bassist/Backing vocalist John Mosco - Drummer/Backing vocalist Incognito Theory is always Fired Up!!! They are prepared to take on anything that stands in their way embrace this monster y'all help created!! They bring you the sounds of perseverance and diligence. Jersey's own. Incognito Theory! Follow the band at these links: http://www.incognitotheory.com/ https://www.facebook.com/incognitotheory https://www.instagram.com/incognitotheory/ https://www.youtube.com/user/incognitotheory https://twitter.com/incognitotheory https://www.reverbnation.com/incognitotheory https://incognitotheory.bandcamp.com/ https://music.apple.com/us/artist/incognito-theory/336353660 https://open.spotify.com/artist/2BXmH330TL4ArAtvN99TYV?si=2heIE0ERRWK3M0V_fSotSg&dl_branch=1 Check them out on Spotify and add them to your playlists:
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