In 2013, melodic hardcore upstarts Capsize and Swedish hardcore/screamo/metal band No Omega embarked on a US tour. While both bands were at the time relatively small, seeing them play in a tiny venue at the Skatepark of Tampa was a surreal experience I treasure to this day. No Omega in particular struck me as a…
After announcing the joining of their new vocalist Spencer Issy Berry, Las Vegas’ own Amarionette have released a new single called “Baddest”, off of their upcoming AMVRI EP, out June 22nd! The song showcases the band’s continued evolution into pop songwriting, while retaining their penchant for technical, groovy instrumentation. Spencer’s vocals soar on the high-energy track, and…
British alternative rock band Deaf Havana have made a name for themselves with the combination of stadium-sized hard rock riffs, and frontman James Veck-Gilodi’s confessionally emotional songwriting and vocals. Now, they’ve released a new single that pushes that winning formula outward in a totally unexpected way. “Sinner” is the lead single off of the band’s…
Swedish melodic death metal band In Flames play a major role in exactly where the last 20+ years of extreme metal have gone. Helping to pioneer a melodic death sound all the way through 2000’s Clayman, the band then experimented with a less heavy style on Reroute To Remain and Soundtrack To Your Escape, incorporating…
