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From Frontiers: Frontiers Music Srl is pleased to announce the signing of a new AOR band from Norway, ZELBO to the label for a multi-album deal. Musically the band plays an excellent and varied AOR style, which draws influences from the giants of the scene and adds a healthy dose of Scandinavian influences (especially DaVinci of course, but also Stage Dolls, Europe, and Treat). ”We are very excited to sign with a great record company like Frontiers Music,” says band mastermind Dag Selboskar. ”We’re really proud to be a part of their AOR family”. Zelbo was put together in 2018 by keyboard player Dag Selboskar (DaVinci, Street Legal) together with guitarist Ken Ingwersen (Wonderworld, Ken Hensley, ex-Street Legal). The two then completed the band’s lineup with young rising vocal star Frode Vassel from Bergen, NO (who recently appeared on the TV show The Voice Norway) and the brilliant Sturla Nøstvik on drums. The band is currently working on the post production of their debut album and the label tentatively plans to release it in the fall/winter of 2021. www.facebook.com/ZELBOtheBAND Teaser: www.facebook.com/ZELBOtheBAND/videos/188285206401368

Premiere for the new single 'We Go Together' in a few days. Press release from Frontiers: Cruzh are back with a new vocalist, Alex Waghorn, and a new album, “Tropical Thunder”, which will be released on August 6, 2021 via Frontiers Music Srl. "Overall we wanted more edge, more attitude, simply more rock n’ roll compared to our first album. The songs on ‘Tropical Thunder’ definitely give a more true picture of what Cruzh is all about. We’ve had some time to write new material and get back to our roots since 2016, so I’d say that the writing process went smoothly. I was kind of sceptical though prior to our mixing sessions, which had to be done Covid-safe, which meant that Alex, who lives in the same city as our producer Erik Wiss could attend, but the rest of us had to send mixes and comments back and forth. However, the end result turned out awesome anyway and we made the best of the situation," says guitarist Anton Joensson. Of the first single, 'We Go Together', bassist Dennis Butabi Borg adds, "It’s a song about the past and the future. The lyrics are actually based on my childhood or early teenage years growing up in a small suburban village in southern Sweden. It is about the carefree and exciting moments you had as a kid, when school breaks seemed so long that you thought they’d never end, and the only thing that mattered for the day was the adventures and escapades you experienced with your best buddies on a warm summer’s night. I’m talking about the feeling of invincibility and strength of never-ending friendship. I think the theme of the song merges perfectly with the music. The native touch in the intro really fetches the feeling of wildlife and urge for excursion and when the chorus kicks in, who knows, you might wanna go hiking. Listen, and forget the sometimes troubled reality for a while. Take a trip down memory lane. This song is for all of you. It’s for all of us. We are forever. We Go Together." Alex Waghorn was first introduced to Cruzh fans in 2019 with the release of an acoustic version of the song “Aim For The Head”. Now, Waghorn, along with Dennis Butabi Borg, Anton Joensson, and Matt Silver, are at long last ready to unleash the band’s long-awaited second album. Melodic rock fans will not be disappointed with the cavalcade of melodies, hooks, and catchy songs on display on “Tropical Thunder”. Cruzh was put together in 2013 after the demise of Swedish glam rockers TrashQueen in which both Anton and Butabi played. The band spent their first years releasing some very well-received self-produced demos. “Hard To Get” and its successor, the darker “Aim For The Head,” got great reviews and by late spring of 2015, just when Cruzh was about to release a new EP, they were approached by Frontiers Music Srl who wanted to sign the band to a deal. Cruzh started the album recording process by the end of summer 2015 and their self-titled debut was released in 2016 to rave reviews from the melodic rock community. After introducing new vocalist Alex Waghorn to the public via an acoustic version of their track ‘Aim For The Head’ in 2019, the band spent 2020 working on their second album, “Tropical Thunder”. Now, in 2021, the long wait for a follow-up album from Cruzh is over. Tracklist: 1. Tropical Thunder 2. We Go Together 3. Turn Back Time 4. Are You Ready? 5. Cady 6. New York Nights 7. All You Need 8. Line In The Sand 9. Moonshine Bayou 10. Paralyzed 11. N.R.J.C. Line-up: Alex Waghorn: lead & backing vocals Anton Joensson: lead & rhythm guitars, acoustic guitars, backing vocals Dennis Butabi Borg: bass, backing vocals Matt Silver: drums & percussion, backing vocals +Erik Wiss: keyboards & piano www.facebook.com/cruzhofficial

Debut album 'Overload' out August 6th through Frontiers. As a pleasent suprise for you: ADV will be involved. Jeff Scott Soto as well. More info to follow... www.facebook.com/Spektra

And the most funny thing is that you still haven't reached your 2222nd post

First song 'Foreign Land' released from the new album. Me likey.

Press release: Legendary hard rockers Night Ranger are set to release their 12th studio album, "ATBPO” on August 6, 2021 via Frontiers Music Srl. "ATBPO" stands for And The Band Played On, an ode to making music during the covid era. It will be available on CD and Vinyl (several limited edition, color vinyl versions), as well as digitally across all streaming platforms. The band began writing the album in early 2020, amid the onset of the global pandemic. After narrowing down the song selection and tightening them up to their well-known rock ‘n roll sound, the band hit the studio, although separately, due to the times we are in. Throughout "ATBPO", we hear Night Ranger continuing their hot streak that kicked off with 2011's "Somewhere In California". Ten years on, and two highly acclaimed albums later, "High Road" and "Don't Let Up", the band's latest studio work shows them still burning with that high octane hard rock energy they are known for. Night Ranger has always had a knack for killer melodies, intricate instrumentation, and captivating lyrics; "ATBPO" delivers all of that and more. Having sold over 17 million albums worldwide, performed across more than 4000 stages, and enjoyed a radio audience that exceeds 1 billion, Night Ranger has both epitomized and transcended the arena rock sound and style well beyond that era. With multiple songs having a significant impact on popular culture, Night Ranger continues to grow their fanbase. The band is proof that powerful songs alongside incredibly talented musicians is the perfect formula for continued success. Night Ranger is Jack Blades (bass, vocals), Kelly Keagy (drums, vocals), Brad Gillis (lead & rhythm guitars), Eric Levy (keyboards), and Keri Kelli (lead & rhythm guitars). Tracklist: 1. Coming For You 2. Bring It All Home To Me 3. Breakout 4. Hard To Make It Easy 5. Can’t Afford A Hero 6. Cold As December 7. Dance 8. The Hardest Road 9. Monkey 10. A Lucky Man 11. Tomorrow 12. Savior (Bonus Track - CD & LP versions only)

New song 'Feel The Night'.

New song 'Now Or Never'.

From MelodicRock Records: “It ain’t over, never over, ‘til we do it all over again!” is the hook-line and rallying cry from Vancouver-based melodic prog- rockers Mad Symphony on their forthcoming single ‘Do It All Over Again.’ While channelling the sounds of classic rock bands such as AC/DC, The Who and Led Zeppelin, Mad Symphony infuse their songs with modern elements of heavy guitars, elaborate keyboards and massive vocal harmonies to create a sound that is both contemporary and instantly recognizable by music fans of all ages. Examining the themes of love, loss, and betrayal with songs such as ‘Sell Me Out,’ ‘Reality Check’ and ‘Nothin,’ Mad Symphony seek to illuminate the pressures and struggles faced by all who live through these confusing and rapidly changing times. Mad Symphony is the collaboration of accomplished and professional Vancouver-based musicians who collectively have many years of experience writing, recording, and touring internationally with various acts. Formed from the ashes of Seattle grunge- metal band Soulbender (which also featured Michael Wilton of Queensryche fame on guitar), lifelong friends and collaborators Dave Groves (guitar) and Wes Hallam (drums) joined up with multi-instrumentalist/producer/engineer Ted Tosoff (Blue Voodoo) in 2018 to begin writing for a new, as-yet-unnamed project. Ted knew of powerhouse vocalist Kevin Wright (The Wilds, TNT), whose raunchy and melodic vocal stylings a-la Bon Scott and Robert Plant, fit the new songs perfectly; Kevin was quickly recruited into the fold. To round out the line-up, the formative members didn’t have to look far. Dave and Wes had both played with keyboardist Mike Russell (Sweeney Todd) and bassist Amrit Prasad (Assault), but not always in the same bands or at the same time. With the addition of Mike on keys and Amrit on bass Mad Symphony immediately began recording their debut album and rehearsing tirelessly. With the goal of creating memorable and powerful music that resonates with the listener both in style and substance, Mad Symphony write songs with a message of hope and resiliency that harkens back to the glory days of rock and roll. Screaming guitars, driving drums, and huge vocals combine with melodic keyboard orchestrations and thundering bass to make the sonically dense and raucous sound that is... Mad Symphony. Track Listing: 1. Do It All Over Again 2. The Next Door 3. Sell Me Out 4. Nothin' 5. Bittersweet Bye Bye

New video for 'Stronger'. Strange how you folks (except Dan) don't recognize good music

New video for 'Get Off My Life'. Plus more songs from the album.

Another song 'Playing To Win'.

Well, it sounds like Eclipse. I like it.

Maybe not but he certainly would be a better president than the current one.

Yup. Black Metal section if there was one...

Someone posted on Youtube that this is 'Mötley Crüe meets Accept'. I agree. Good stuff. Press release from Roar Of Angels Records: After the debut album “Money Talks Bullshit Walks” Mädhouse did not laze around and with “Bad Habits” the band comes up with their second album, which shows Mädhouse much more mature and grown but even though crazier than before. With the signing at ROAR! Rock Of Angels Records and the partial replacement of some band members, Mädhouse has taken themselves to the next level and recorded a 15 tracks album that perfectly reflects the attitude of the band. Snotty street rock meets catchy melodies in the style of their heroes from early days like Motley Crew, Skid Row and Poison. “Bad Habits” makes clear what the band stands for “Sex, drugs & Rock΄n΄Roll”!

I don't think anyone around here expected you to be a fan. Not your style at all.

Actually we are kidding you. This is practically a new Battle Beast album.

Quite a departure from her day job in Battle Beast but I really like the sound of these songs. Jez, you should check this out, great stuff. Tracks: 1 Eternal Wheel Of Time And Space 6:44 2 Valkyrie 4:22 3 All These Yesterdays 4:09 4 Piece Of Your Love 4:18 5 New You 5:09 6 Intro (Last In Line) 1:05 7 Last In Line 3:16 8 Sinner On The Floor 5:20 9 If I Was Your Woman 4:20 10 Urban Life 4:48 11 Piece Of My Heart (Cover) 5:25 12 Coda 7:37 13 Relax (Remix) (10 Years Back Bonustrack) 3:58

New song 'I Want It That Way' (Backstreet Boys cover). Not bad. This will be the last song for a while, they're taking a break.

This sounds great. Press release: Frontiers Music Srl is positively thrilled to announce the release of the debut album from one of their most exciting new projects, a collaboration between powerhouse Finnish vocalists Noora Louhimo (Battle Beast) and Netta Laurenne (Smackbound), under the banner Laurenne/Louhimo. "The Reckoning" will be unleashed on July 9, 2021 on CD/LP/Digital. Get your first taste of the album with the pummelling grooves of debut single and music video, 'Bitch Fire', which features a guest guitar solo by Samy Elbanna from Lost Society. "With this album, I wanted to capture the essence of classic heavy metal and hard rock and combine it with great melodies and lyrics that have value. It was clear from the beginning, having two strong voices on the album, that this album was going to be full of power, energy, attitude and emotion. I envisioned it lovingly kicking everyone’s ass, my own included, and I think it does just that. It’s pushing us to do better and evolve, yet having great empathy towards the struggles we all face as humans," says Netta Laurenne. ”My inspiration was definitely the thought of empowering and the songs giving a feeling of strength and sensitivity. And us interpreting the songs from our hearts and souls with full force, leaving no question about how passionate we are as vocalists and artists," adds Noora Louhimo. Adds Frontiers President/Head of A&R Serafino Perugino, "I believe Netta is a truly gifted and talented artist and this is one of a few records besides Smackbound that we will start a fruitful creative and artistic cooperation with her on. To pair her with Noora [Louhimo], who literally blows everyone away with her smashing vocals in not only her main band Battle Beast, but also on Magnus Karlsson's Free Fall and Heart Healer records, is incredibly exciting and an honor." After Perugino approached Netta about the possibility of some new projects for the label, including a duets album, Netta realized this was the perfect opportunity to fulfill her idea of a collaborative album with Noora. And now, these two incredible singers have put together a storming melodic metal album! Tracklist: 1. Time To Kill The Night 2. The Reckoning 3. Tongue Of Dirt 4. Striking Like A Thunder 5. Bitch Fire 6. Hurricane Love 7. To The Wall 8. Viper's Kiss 9. Walk Through Fire 10. Dancers Of Truth www.facebook.com/laurennelouhimo

New video for 'I'll Be The One'.

New video for 'Broken Mirror'.

On the first listen I thought 'What?!' but the song grows on you. A couple of spins and you think 'that's a pretty clever song'. I like it.