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June 8, 2024
Megan Milner

Stick To Your Guns Release ‘Invisible Rain’ EP & Announce Signing to SharpTone Records. Touring Australia Supporting While She Sleeps.

Founded in 2003, Stick To Your Guns have been unleashing an urgent and socially conscious blend of hardcore, metal, and punk for over twenty years. Staying driven as ever, today the Southern California band announces their signing to SharpTone Records (Comeback Kid, Better Lovers) with the release of the Invisible Rain EP. The two track EP delivers immense and impassioned, honing in on feelings of alienation. Permanent Darkis a two-minute long hardcore rager, packed with gravity quaking riffs and pulsating drums. Invisible Rain leans into the band’s metalcore roots, with a feverish blend of clean sung and screamed vocals. The dynamic track is sure to be a live favourite, ready to bring a heavy mosh and cathartic sing-a-long. Invisible Rainwas engineered by Beau Burchell (Saosin) and guitarist Chris Rawson with mixing and mastering by Jeff Dunne (Knocked Loose, Currents). You can listen to Invisible Rain EP HERE.

Diving into the themes of the release and signing with SharpTone, vocalist Jesse Barnett expands:

“‘The alienation from the self is a consequence of being a mechanistic part of a social class, the condition of which estranges a person from their humanity.’

This EP is about the theory of alienation. The ways in which we have been alienated from ourselves, our work, our lives and ultimately each other. How are we to care about anything beyond ourselves when we ourselves are in a constant state of survival. The consequence of this is the society that currently envelopes us. One that preys on our decencies and our good will and turns it against us. There is a lot to despair about in today’s world but our future has yet to be written. We can either write it or it will be written for us.

I want to thank SharpTone Records for believing in our vision and for helping to continue to cultivate hardcore and metalcore music. Shawn has been involved with STYG since its inception and I know we are in good hands.

‘The old world is dying, the new one struggles to be born. Now is the time of monsters.’”

Stick To Your Guns will head out on a North American tour with Hawthorne Heights and Anberlin this summer, then head to Australia for a run with While She Sleeps.

Stick To Your Guns is Jesse Barnett [vocals], Andrew Rose [bass], Adam Galindo [drums], Chris Rawson [guitar], and Josh James [guitar].

INVISIBLE RAIN EP – OUT NOW
https://bfan.link/invisible-rain

INVISIBLE RAIN TRACK LISTING:

01. Permanent Dark
02. Invisible Rain

STICK TO YOUR GUNS
SUPPORTING WHILE SHE SLEEPS
TOUR DATES:

FRIDAY 27 SEPTEMBER – THE TIVOLI, BRISBANE
SATURDAY 28 SEPTEMBER – KING ST BANDROOM, NEWCASTLE
SUNDAY 29 SEPTEMBER – LIBERTY HALL, SYDNEY
TUESDAY 1 OCTOBER – UNI BAR, WOLLONGONG
THURSDAY 3 OCTOBER – MAGNET HOUSE, PERTH
FRIDAY 4 OCTOBER – THE GOV, ADELAIDE
SATURDAY 5 OCTOBER – THE FORUM, MELBOURNE

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May 29, 2024
Megan Milner

Ocean Grove Showcase New Single ‘FLY AWAY’ & Announce New Label Home. Touring With Polaris This Winter

OCEAN GROVE
SHOWCASE NEW SINGLE ‘FLY AWAY’
AND ANNOUNCE NEW LABEL HOME

TOURING WITH POLARIS THIS WINTER

Today a new chapter rises for the electrifying Melbourne heavy trio Ocean Grove, with the band announcing the launch of their very own label, ODDWORLD Records, as well as their signing to SharpTone Records outside of Australia & New Zealand.

“We’re very pumped to be joining the SharpTone Records family,” shares vocalist Dale Tanner. “We feel more ready than ever to represent a label of their calibre and are so grateful for their confidence in us. In return, we hope to bring a fresh and unique sound to their roster as they take The Oddworld global.”

Accompanying the group signing to their own label and SharpTone Records, Ocean Grove have also today unleashed a sonic sucker punch in the form of a brand new single FLY AWAY with the trio returning to their salient nu metal traditions.

A blistering concoction of downtuned verses, thunderous grooves, rap vocals and 90s-level grit, FLY AWAY is an instant Oddworld masterpiece ready to whip you into a palpitating frenzy.

“FLY AWAY is a return to our sonic roots and the definitive OG sound,” shares Tanner of the latest OG track. “With an injection of fresh energy and experimentation, the song primes the new era of Ocean Grove with a hard and heavy edge.”

An electrifying force in the realms of heavy music, Ocean Grove fuse nu metal, hardcore and alternative rock into a sound like no other; a sound that is entirely and wholeheartedly Oddworld Music.

Comprising an eclectic trio of misfits, vocalist Dale Tanner, bassist/vocalist Twiggy Hunter and drummer/producer Sam Bassal, Ocean Grove have evolved into a global force to be reckoned with, with their unique talents and a shared passion for inventive thinking turning heads and pushing against uninspired standards and musical norms.

From their 2017 debut album The Rhapsody Tapes, which debuted at #5 on the ARIA Charts, through to their sophomore 2020 release Flip Phone Fantasy and 2022’s Up In The Air Forever, both also landing in the ARIA Charts top 10, Ocean Grove have cultivated resounding acclaim for their groundbreaking craftsmanship and fearless experimentation, as well as their unwavering connection to their legion of fans.

Brandishing influences that span Korn, N.E.R.D., and Faith No More, Ocean Grove have never been ones afraid to think outside the box, with their unforgettable creations finding them in hot demand with tours alongside Limp Bizkit, August Burns Red, Crossfaith, and Don Broco, and appearances at the likes of Download Festival Australia, Good Things Festival and UNIFY Gathering.

A multifaceted light at the forefront of the alternative music scene, Ocean Grove will next appear supporting Polaris for their massive regional Australian tour which kicks off on June 27 in Cairns, and concludes in Frankston on July 28.

FLY AWAY – OUT NOW
https://bfan.link/ocean-grove-fly-away

OCEAN GROVE
SUPPORTING POLARIS ON
AUSTRALIS REGIONAL TOUR 2024
WITH BLOOM^ & INERTIA*
TOUR DATES:

THURSDAY 27 JUNE: THE JACK, CAIRNS, QLD (18+)^
FRIDAY 28 JUNE: UNI BAR, TOWNSVILLE, QLD (18+)^
SATURDAY 29 JUNE: MAGNUMS, AIRLIE BEACH QLD (18+)^
SUNDAY 30 JUNE: HARVEY ROAD, GLADSTONE QLD (18+)^
THURSDAY 4 JULY: VENUE 114, SUNSHINE COAST QLD (18+)^
FRIDAY 5 JULY: POWERHOUSE, TOOWOOMBA QLD (18+)^
SATURDAY 6 JULY: SOPO, GOLD COAST QLD (18+)^ SOLD OUT
SUNDAY 7 JULY: C.EX COFFS, COFFS HARBOUR NSW (18+)^
WEDNESDAY 10 JULY: BLAZES SHOWROOM, TAMWORTH NSW (18+)^
THURSDAY 11 JULY: PANTHERS, PENRITH NSW (18+)^
FRIDAY 12 JULY: WAVES, WOLLONGONG NSW (18+)^
SATURDAY 13 JULY: DRIFTERS WHARF, CENTRAL COAST NSW (18+)^ SOLD OUT
SUNDAY 14 JULY: BEER DELUXE, ALBURY NSW (18+)^ SOLD OUT
WEDNESDAY 17 JULY: PRINCE OF WALES, BUNBURY WA (18+)*
THURSDAY 18 JULY: SHELTERS BREWING, BUSSELTON WA (18+)*
FRIDAY 19 JULY: LOOP, JOONDALUP WA (18+)* SOLD OUT
SATURDAY 20 JULY: BRIDGEWAY HOTEL, ADELAIDE SA (LIC AA)* SOLD OUT
SUNDAY 21 JULY: CIVIC HALL, BALLARAT VIC (LIC AA)*
THURSDAY 25 JULY: ODEON THEATRE, HOBART TAS (LIC AA)*
FRIDAY 26 JULY: FORTH PUB, FORTH TAS (18+)* SOLD OUT
SATURDAY 27 JULY: WOOL EXCHANGE, GEELONG VIC (18+)* SOLD OUT
SUNDAY 28 JULY: THE PIER, FRANKSTON VIC (18+)* SOLD OUT

^ with Bloom
* with Inertia

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May 11, 2024
Megan Milner

Bleeding Through Release Merciless New Single ‘Our Brand Is Chaos’

Southern California metalcore titans Bleeding Through have made their awaited return with a brand new single today, aptly titled Our Brand Is Chaos. The track is a ruthless new track is their first taste of something the band is currently brewing behind studio doors.

Commenting on the single, lead vocalist Brandan Schieppati states: “Our Brand Is Chaos is a statement. This is about our unrivaled support by our fans, friends and families. Together we are imperfectly perfect, pure chaos and all love. Let this be our anthem through dark times. Fuck with us and find out.“

About Bleeding Through:
Destined for great achievement ever since their formation in 1999, Bleeding Through’s career has been a lengthy and star-studded one, dedicated to delivering a devastating, yet melodic and entrancing, infusion of metal and hardcore to fans worldwide. But, above all else, the band has stayed true to themselves. A testament to their momentous impact on the genre, the quintet has influenced several generations of artists since their inception and will no doubt continue to inspire fans and artists for many years to come.

Having already triumphantly reclaimed the spotlight after their biggest collective hurdle – the 2014 hiatus which many anticipated would be the end of the band’s career as a cohesive unit – Orange County quintet, Brandan Schieppati (vocals), Derek Youngsma (drums), Marta Peterson (keyboards), Brian Leppke (guitar), and Ryan Wombacher (bass), clearly know what it takes for a successful resurgence.

With five Top 50 US charting records, 100 million catalog streams, over 400k physical album sales, and tours with Slipknot, Motionless In White, Lamb of God, and Unearth under their belts, there’s no arguing with the Bleeding Through’s methods and widespread appeal.

Music’s prodigal sons have returned to retake their throne with the release of their latest single Our Brand is Chaos, and Bleeding Through have no intention of crowning a successor just yet.

OUR BRAND IS CHAOS – OUT NOW
https://bfan.link/our-brand-is-chaos

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April 20, 2024
Megan Milner

Letters Sent Home Release Debut Album ‘Forever Undone’

LETTERS SENT HOME
RELEASE NEW DEBUT ALBUM
FOREVER UNDONE

SHARE NEW MUSIC VIDEO HYSTERIA

Photo Credit: Jana Boese
 

German quartet Letters Sent Home have shared their highly-anticipated debut album Forever Undone via SharpTone Records. The new album – which features previously released tracks Request Denied, Elements, i hope i die first., Ignorance (feat. Dead Lakes), and Final Battle – features six new tracks that are ambitious, meaningful, and full of life.

“Forever Undone tells different stories of my life that I’ve never told before, including themes like religious trauma, grooming and the relationship with my mother. It also portrays the hopelessness and helplessness of the younger people,” shares vocalist Emily Paschke.

“This album is deeply personal. Talking about mental health is very important but we have talked about it so much already, we wanted to give other topics a stage now. With this album, we wanted to be as transparent as possible,” continues Paschke. “People always liked the relatability and personality in our songs. We think we have pushed this to an extreme with this album. Musically we knew we needed to add more energy and attitude than before. We think this album perfectly portrays us with all our musical influences and personalities.”

Alongside the album release, Letters Sent Home have shared a new music video for Hysteria. On the track, Pasche shares, “Hysteria shows the struggle to never be good enough in the age and eyes of social media and how even the slightest misstep can make you into a villain. It’s about the impact social media has on our perception of people.”

Across three well-received EPs of “sad, hard music”, German quartet Letters Sent Home have made their name as a band who match infectious melody and huge choruses, with the lyrical depth and heart of people with a lot to say.
 
Formed while at school in Germany’s northern countryside in 2015, and becoming a serious project a couple of years later following singer Emily Paschke and bassist Lara Ripke’s time studying in North America, Letters Sent Home’s music – an energized mix of pop-punk, alt rock, and emo – has served as a vessel for Emily’s inner turbulence.
 
“The whole purpose of our music is that I’m talking about my personal trauma, and how you never actually fully heal from stuff that happens to you, but learn to live with it,” says Emily. “You may bear scars, but those scars are never going to fade fully. There’s always something you can work on. I feel like you never you’re never fully, completely satisfied or happy.”
 
All of this is set to music that’s as electrified and youthful as Emily’s lyrics are deep. Having primed themselves with their previous work and spending two years perfecting their craft with long-time producer and friend Julian ‘Polar’ Huisel, Letters Sent Home – completed by guitarist Robin Werner and drummer Louis Schramm – is embracing this opportunity and shooting their shot.

Forever Undone is now available on all major streaming platforms here.

FOREVER UNDONE TRACK LISTING:
01. Earthquake
02. Request Denied
03. Ignorance (feat. Dead Lakes)
04. Pedestal (feat. Chris Zuehlke)
05. Elements
06. Hysteria
07. Seven
08. Gaslight (feat. ROYALIST)
09. Sadists
10. Final Battle
11. I hope I die first.

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April 20, 2024
Megan Milner

unpeople Release Debut Self-Titled EP

UNPEOPLE
RELEASE DEBUT SELF TITLED EP

RELEASE NEW SINGLE GOING NUMB

Photo Credit: Zak Pinchin

“It may only be a five track EP however being able to create five tracks of pure pop metal bliss is impressive. Each song has a brutal riff, angelic vocals, big enough hooks to catch a whale and content to provoke thoughts…this EP is wonderfully exhilarating, like a roller coaster at a fairground that you keep going back on.”

 HiFi Way

“That was so unexpected – I loved that! It’s so eclectic and it’s so niche, it took all these parts from other genres and sounds, but it works so well together.”

 The Break Down With Nath & Johnny

Alternative rock outfit unpeople have released their hotly-tipped debut, self titled EP via SharpTone Records. Alongside the new EP, the band are showcasing their new single going numb.

Commenting on the new single, the band say: “This song is relatively self explanatory if you read the lyrics. Try your hardest not to bottle up negative emotions. Let them out. However you see fit. Even if you’re scared of how they might manifest themselves, it is almost always better to let it out. Talk to someone. Talk to yourself, even. Just saying things out loud can be half the battle sometimes but I always find it immediately halves the stress by just simply verbalising the issue and facing up to it. 

“It sure beats going numb.”

unpeople have a number of live shows confirmed for the remainder of 2024, including in the UK for Mayday Mayhem, The Great Escape Festival, Bloodstock, Radar Festival and Dot To Dot Festival, supporting Metallica in June at Racino Rocks, and supporting Better Lovers in the UK in July.

unpeople is now available on all major streaming platforms here.

unpeople: Jake Crawford – Guitar, Lead Vocals | Luke Caley – Guitar, Vocals

Meg Mash – Bass, Vocals | Richard Rayner – Drums, Vocals

UNPEOPLE TRACK LISTING:
01. waste
02. smother
03. overthinking
04. going numb
05. moon baboon

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