DARKC3LL UNLEASHES VIDEO FOR ‘EXORCIST’

August 14, 2013 – DARKC3LL has unleashed the video for ‘Exorcist’, the second single from their forthcoming album to be released in September 2013 (RTD Records/Rocket Distribution). Conceptualized, written, and co-directed by vocalist J.Dracman, and utilizing the camera talents of local crew Darklight Studios, the video was filmed over the course of 2 days in various iconic locations on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia, and provides an insight into the band and a preview of the upcoming second album. “Get ready for the chaos! This clip is a taste of darkness showcasing the next step in our evolution and a preview of what’s to come. Our vision and attitude bears little regard for what’s morally correct. Society is the disease. We’re the cure,” comments J.Dracman. (Can’t see the video? Click here.) The band heads out on tour in support of ‘Exorcist’ and the upcoming album in October/November 2013. Darkc3ll Tour dates: 10/11 – Transcontinental Hotel – Brisbane, QLD 10/19 – Miami Shark Bar Miami – Gold Coast, QLD 10/25 – The Basement, Canberra – ACT 11/9 – Hermann’s Bar, Sydney – NSW 11/15 – The Rock Dungeon – Melbourne, VIC Connect with DARKC3LL: Website | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube

Psyclon Nine Announces 2013 “Hellions Of Hollywood Tour” & Releases New Track From Upcoming Album

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 14, 2013 – Hollywood, California – Perniciously controversial Industrial Rockers Psyclon Nine have announced the dates to their 2013 “Hellions Of Hollywood Tour.” Metropolis Records labelmate Dawn Of Ashes offers support on the tour that kicks off on August, 26th in Phoenix, Arizona and works it’s way thought the U.S. wrapping up in early October. Check out the first single, “Use Once And Destroy” from Psyclon Nine’s upcoming record “[Order of the Shadow : Act I]” on Metropolis Records (out this October). Psyclon Nine “Use Once And Destroy” http://psyclonnine.bandcamp.com/track/use-once-and-destroy Pre-Order [Order of the Shadow : Act I]: http://www.metropolis-mailorder.com/product.php?prodnum=MET+888 Tour Dates: 8/26 – TBA – Phoenix, Arizona 8/27 – The Launchpad – Albuquerque, New Mexico 8/29 – The Church – Dallas, Texas 8/30 – Elysium – Austin, Texas 9/1 – Karu Fort Lauderdale – Fort Lauderdale, Florida 9/2 – Thee Grotto – Orlando, Florida 9/3 – The Shelter – Atlanta, Georgia 9/5 – The Wave – Norfolk, Virginia 9/6 – Triton Festival – New York, New York 9/12 – Broadway Joe’s – Buffalo, New York 9/13 – The Phantasy Night Club – Cleveland, Ohio 9/14 – Skully’s Music Diner – Columbus, Ohio 9/17 – Maidstone Theater – Ypsilanti, Michigan 9/19 – Ground Zero – Minneapolis, Minnesota 9/27 – 3 Kings Tavern – Denver, Colorado 9/28 – Area 51 – Salt Lake City, Utah 9/30 – The Highline – Seattle, Washington More dates to be added! Follow Psyclon Nine: Facebook | Twitter Follow Dawn Of Ashes: Facebook | Twitter

Pretty in Purgatory Release ‘Voices’ Video to Rave Reviews

August 5, 2013 – Chicago, IL – Haute Couture Nu Goth Rockers Pretty in Purgatory premiered their debut video, ‘Voices’, on Blank TV to overwhelmingly positive reviews. Inspired by the 2008 Pascal Laugier horror film Martyrs, ‘Voices’ is a dark and visceral video that invokes the tension and unease of it’s inspiration.

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This is a dark and beautiful time to be ALIVE!

“A catwalk trapped in a wall of death”, paints a picture that is Pretty In Purgatory. With a dark, avant gard appearance and abrasive tone, they have defined their own genre which they have coined as “Nu Goth”. “Our civilization is blinded by the stereotypical cliches of what makes up beauty, success and creative individuality; we speak for the ones liberated enough to live outside the conventional norms of society. The ones who are open minded and don’t reside in any particular niche, but rather develop character through influences which they carve into their own personal identity. These souls make up a pact we call “the cult of purgatory” We all have inner voices, it’s just a matter of which path we decide to take“- Micaela Purgatory Pretty In Purgatory is a distorted portrait of our culture’s fascination with fame, fortune & celebrity lifestyle. Often times, what is viewed as glamorous, is nothing more then a public display of the macabre. “We intend to take that which is mistaken for being beautiful, alluring and unattainable, and exploit it for the grotesque reality and dissociative detachment that it actually is“.

Formed in early 2013, by lead singer Micaela Purgatory & guitarist/producer Nikk Skum (Marazene/Bile), the group has set out to break boundaries as to what defines the traditional industrial, metal and goth genres. Micaela’s menacing vocals, combined with Skum’s guitar and production skills, exploit and abuse the means for a sonic & visual assault of the senses. The band’s diabolic, visceral percussion element (contributed in part by Aaron Rossi [Ministry/John 5]) completes the group’s monstrous kick to the face aesthetic. “We are living in a dark renaissance period in human history. The cold realities of failing economies, war, violence and overpopulation spanning the entire globe; are juxtaposed by the beauty, intensity, realism and transrealism being displayed in our art, film and music. we’re all just human. Trying to get by the best we can with what we have to work with– and IMHO, segregational barriers of genre and lifestyle are crashing down all around us… This is a dark and beautiful time to be ALIVE!” – Nikk Skum Pretty In Purgatory has just wrapped up their first music video for the ominous lead off track, “voices” and is set to release there debut EP early next year accompanied by a tour.

HAVOK Frontman David Sanchez Takes Time Out With Jay Nanda Interview

July 29, 2013 – Denver based thrashers HAVOK frontman David Sanchez recently completed an interview with Jay Nanda of the San Antonio Metal Music Examiner to talk about their intense tour schedule and recently released album, “Unnatural Selection”. Check out the interview: Can’t See the Video? Watch Online HERE!

HAVOK Music, Tour, and Contact Info:

“A contender for one of the best albums of this year because there are simply no flaws in the design,” by Metal Injection, “Unnatural Selection”, a Billboard top 200 release with first week sales of 2500, was produced by Terry Date (Pantera, Overkill, Deftones) and was mastered by James Murphy (Testament, Death). “While speed metal’s forefathers continue to disappoint us left and right, HAVOK proudly carry the torch everything awesome about the genre: irrepressible energy, flesh-singeing velocity, and razor-sharp anthems custom made for the purpose of shotgunning beers.” – MetalSucks Purchase HAVOK’s “Unnatural Selection”: Official Merch | iTunes | Amazon HAVOK is currently on their first North American headlining tour. Having begun July 20, 2013, the mammoth run concludes on September 13th in Salt Lake City, Utah and includes a stop at this year’s Heavy Mtl Festival in Montreal. Check out the full list of dates below. HAVOK “Unnatural Selection” tour 2013: 7/29/13 New Orleans, LA @ Siberia 7/31/13 Pembroke Pines, FL @ The Talent Farm 8/1/13 Tampa, FL @ Orpheum Theater 8/2/13 Orlando, FL @ Back Booth 8/3/13 Spartanburg, SC @ Ground Zero 8/4/13 Winchester, VA @ Blue Fox 8/5/13 Springfield, VA @ Empire 8/6/13 Wilmington, DE @ Mojo 13 8/7/13 Brooklyn, NY @ Saint Vitus 8/8/13 Boston, MA @ Church Of Boston 8/9/13 Trenton, NJ @ Backstage at Champs 8/10/13 Florence, MA @ JJ’s Tavern 8/11/13 Montreal, QC @ HEAVY MTL 8/12/13 Toronto, ON @ Opera House 8/13/13 Detroit, MI @ Token Lounge 8/14/13 Cleveland, OH @ Peabody’s 8/15/13 Chicago, IL @ Ultralounge 8/16/13 Des Moines, IA @ Vaudeville Mews 8/17/13 Kansas City, MO @ Riot Room 8/18/13 St Louis, MO @ Fubar 8/20/13 Indianapolis, IN @ The Headquarters 8/21/13 Columbus, OH @ The Shrunkenhead 8/22/13 Fort Wayne, IN @ Berlin’s Music Pub 8/23/13 Peoria, IL @ The Brass Rail 8/24/13 Cudahy, WI @ The Blue Pig 8/25/13 Burnsville, MN @ The Garage 8/26/13 Fargo, ND @ The Aquarium 8/28/13 Billings, MT @ The Railyard 8/29/13 Spokane, WA @ The Center 8/30/13 Seattle, WA @ Studio Seven 8/31/13 Portland, OR @ Branx 9/01/13 Walnut Creek, CA @ Red House Live 9/03/13 Bakersfield, CA @ Jerry’s Pizza 9/04/13 Reno, NV @ Jub Jub’s 9/05/13 Santa Cruz, CA @ The Atrium 9/06/13 Hollywood, CA @ Whisky 9/07/13 Santa Ana, CA @ Constellation Room 9/08/13 San Diego, CA @ Royal Dive 9/09/13 Tempe, AZ @ Rocky Point Cantina 9/10/13 Flagstaff, AZ @ Orpheum Theater 9/11/13 Las Vegas, NV @ Cheyenne Saloon 9/13/13 Salt Lake City, UT @ Burt’s Tiki Lounge Follow HAVOK: HAVOK Official Facebook | Twitter

Pretty in Purgatory Premiers Intro Teaser Featuring ‘Martyrs’ Inspired ‘Voices’

July 17, 2013 – Chicago, IL – Haute Couture, Nu Goth Band Pretty in Purgatory made their presence known with an exclusive preview video on Bloody-Disgusting. Featuring footage and music from their upcoming “Voices” EP title track, the video captures the tension and unease of its French horror inspiration, the 2008 Pascal Laugier horror film Martyrs. Check out the Video Exclusive on Bloody-Disgusting! Connect with Pretty In Purgatory: Facebook | Twitter | SoundCloud

“When you have been stripped of everything, it’s then you can find the inner beauty that has been masked by the ugliness of the world. ” – Micaela Purgatory

Image Credit: Brit Woollard Photography “A catwalk trapped in a wall of death”, paints a picture that is Pretty In Purgatory. With a dark, avant gard appearance and abrasive tone, they have defined their own genre which they have coined as “Nu Goth”. Pretty In Purgatory is a distorted portrait of our culture’s fascination with fame, fortune & celebrity lifestyle. Often times, what is viewed as glamorous, is nothing more then a public display of the macabre. “We intend to take that which is mistaken for being beautiful, alluring and unattainable, and exploit it for the grotesque reality and dissociative detachment that it actually is“.

“The age of the ‘album’, the era of ‘business models’, the societal expectation of ‘grow up, go to school, find a job and get married and have kids’, is a thing of the past.” Nikk Skum

Formed in early 2013, by lead singer Micaela Purgatory & guitarist/producer Nikk Skum (Marazene/Bile), the group has set out to break boundaries as to what defines the traditional industrial, metal and goth genres. Micaela’s menacing vocals, combined with Skum’s guitar and production skills, exploit and abuse the means for a sonic & visual assault of the senses. The band’s diabolic, visceral percussion element (contributed in part by Aaron Rossi [Ministry/John 5]) completes the group’s monstrous kick to the face aesthetic. Pretty In Purgatory has just wrapped up their first music video for the ominous lead off track, “voices” and is set to release there debut EP early next year accompanied by a tour.

Dawn Of Ashes Releases One Of The Most Controversial Music Videos Of 2013 With “Poisoning The Steps Of Babel”

July 8, 2013 – Hollywood, California – Controversial shock-rock masters Dawn of Ashes have released their newest contribution to visceral horror with the video ‘Poisoning the Steps of Babel’, available for exclusive premier at the only acceptable home for such vicious barbarity, Bloody Disgusting. Directed by Chris Trueman and featuring such blasphemous imagery as a bloodied Kristof Bathory preaching to a mad congregation of hedonistic misfits, the torture-murder of a pair of nuns by a masked beast, and confessional vituperation of a small child by fellow industrial shocker Nero Bellum of Psyclon Nine, ‘Poisoning the Steps of Babel’ is nothing short of a malicious attack on all levels. Check out Bloody Disgusting’s Exclusive Premier of Dawn of Ashes ‘Poisoning the Steps of Babel’ video featuring Nero Bellum of Psycon Nine. “Throughout our 12 year history, Dawn of Ashes strives each time to step up our shocking nature through the music and the imagery that we release to our fans. To us our music videos have always been the most crucial element when revealing to the world the dark and twisted tones associated with the Dawn of Ashes name. I feel that the release of the ‘Poisoning the Steps of Babel’ music video has really shown maturity within us. This video truly exploits how Dawn of Ashes continuously strikes the nerves of censorship while giving holy, organized religions a good slap in the face. Be prepared for the true values of shock; this video holds no remorse. It’s finally time, and the music industry needs a good taste of a pure derogatory form of evil.” – Kristof Bathory Tour information can be found at: https://www.facebook.com/HellionsOfHollywood2013 International tour dates will be posted soon at www.dawnofashesofficial.com, www.facebook.com/dawnofashesofficial, & https://twitter.com/DawnofAshes Purchase Anathema: Metropolis Records | iTunes | Amazon Follow Dawn Of Ashes: Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | REVERBNATION | Vampire Freaks

About Dawn Of Ashes:

In the darkest form of incubated evil, a symbol has been born to strike immense shock and fear into the hearts of mortal weakness. Kristof Bathory is the icon which has made a new era where nightmares become reality and where the sounds of the macabre shall emerge from a catastrophic symphony. Dawn of Ashes has resurrected the sounds and visions of horror, hatred, sexual perversion and other shocking content that is spewed forth in the form of Industrial metal / Shock Rock which was created to reflect upon the birth of death, impurity and failure. Now the plague has come to corrupt the flesh of man. Dawn of Ashes has been an established act that has been on various record labels throughout the years. Since 2001, Dawn of Ashes started off as a Horror-Industrial act and as the years progressed so did the sound. DOA has always had a strong influence from Metal, Rock, & other aggressive forms of music which made the band stand out. Now, the group has incorporated elements from Metal, Rock, & Industrial with a new twist of evil. Welcome to this breathing vision of Hell.

Industrial Rock Powerhouse DARKC3LL Unleashes New Single “Exorcist”

July 8, 2013 – Brisbane, Australia – Praised as a truly ‘world class act‘, industrial rock powerhouse, DARKC3LL, proves that they are no ordinary band with the 7/5/2013 release of their single ‘Exorcist’ through RTD Records/Rocket Distribution. Showcasing their dynamic and constantly evolving approach, ‘Exorcist’ deals with anti-control and a twist of anti-religion with their trademark hook-driven, stadium rock sound.

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Chamber Of Echoes Releases “World Of Silence” Music Video From Upcoming Album

June 11, 2013 – Los Angeles, California – Female fronted Industrial Pop/Rock artists, Chamber Of Echoes, have released the first music video “World Of Silence” from their upcoming record of the same name.

It was a life dream accomplished, something I had dreamt about for nearly a decade, and it finally happened. It combined everything I love simultaneously; music production, singing, acting, performance, costume, makeup and set design, teamwork, working with so many wonderful musicians, artists and designers, and building a dystopian, paranormal, and conspiracy-theory laden environment with strong characters the audience can identify with…it was one of the most unbelievable life experiences I’ve ever had. (Klaryssa)

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Directed by:
Underhaus Productions (Chad Michael Ward & Mary Taylor)

Fashion Designs by:
• Eirik Aswang (HBO’s True Blood, Marilyn Manson, Bizarre Magazine, Gothic Beauty Magazine)
• Carrie Slutskaya (Halcyon LA)

Bodypaint:
Eye Level Studios – Michael Rosner

About Chamber Of Echoes:

Chamber of Echoes is a Los Angeles based female fronted and produced industrial pop/rocktronica/visual music project, conceived by vocalist, musician, composer, producer, artist, and designer Klaryssa Korolenkov. The band is more that just a “band”, but a multi-media project that combines live musical performance, visual projections, costume design, visual art and design.

The band is preparing to release their first full-length album titled “World of Silence.”

They band has been working on the new album in the studio with Ted Phelps (Imperative Reaction, System Syn, Inure,Metropolis Records), and are collaborating with lead artist Kellee Riley of the Mattel doll series “Monster High”, for custom merchandise designs in preparation of the album’s release.

Davey Suicide Announces “Hide Your Morals” 2013 Summer Headline Tour With Special Guests The Bunny The Bear & The Defiled

June 12, 2013 – UnHolywood, Killafornia – After being named by Kerrang! as one of the “50 Greatest Rockstars In The World Today” and among Alternative Press‘s “100 Bands You Need to Know,” controversial industrial rocker Davey Suicide has announced a phenomenally divergent line-up for his “Hide Your Morals” 2013 summer headline tour with special guests The Bunny The Bear & The Defiled. Says Davey Suicide of the tour “We’re stoked to be taking this show on the road. The circus is coming to town and we’re ready to kick everyone’s ass. Board ur windows, bring you wife and kids, and hide your morals.” The Bunny The Bear will be touring in support their new Victory released album “Stories.” After securing a Golden God for “Best British Newcomer” at last year’s Metal Hammer Awards, The Defiled will be making their way across the pond for their first ever US tour. The Defiled also added “We are over the fucking moon to announce we are gong to be embarking on our first ever US tour with Davey Suicide. After years of sweating it out in the UK and Europe we can’t wait to be able to take what we do to the States.“ The tour kicks off Friday, July 19th at Rocky Point Cantina in Tempe, Arizona and works its way through the United States wrapping up on Tuesday, August 13th at The Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood, California. Tour Dates: 7/19 – Tempe, AZ @ Rocky Point 7/20 – El Paso, TX @ Texas Showdown Festival 7/21 – Corpus Christi, TX @ Zero’s 7/23 – Austin, TX @ Dirty Dog 7/24 – Houston, TX @ Fitzgerald’s 7/26 – St Petersburg, FL @ Local 662 7/27 – Orlando, FL @ The Social 7/28 – Charlotte, NC @ Tremont Music Hall 7/30 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Note 7/31 – New York, NY @ The Studio at Webster Hall 8/1 – Springfield, VA @ Empire 8/2 – Trenton, NJ @ Backstage at Champs 8/3 – Cleveland, OH @ Peabody’s 8/4 – Joliet, IL @ Mojoes 8/6 – Denver, CO @ Marquis Theater 8/7 – Butte, MT @ Park St Palace 8/9 – Spokane, WA @ The Center 8/10 – Seattle, WA @ Studio Seven 8/12 – San Francisco, CA @ DNA Lounge 8/13 – W. Hollywood, CA @ Whisky A Go Go More dates to be announced soon! Advance tickets available here: http://daveysuicide.tumblr.com/TOUR VIP package available for purchase here: http://daveysuicide.soundrink.com Follow Davey Suicide: Official Website | Facebook | Twitter Follow The Bunny The Bear: Facebook | Twitter Follow The Defiled: Facebook | Twitter #

Revival Recordings Announces The Signing Of Baltimore Based Rock Band Megosh

May 28, 2013 – North Carolina / Los Angeles based Revival Recordings has announced the signing of Baltimore rock-quartet, Megosh. The band’s self-titled debut EP will be available June 18th. Megosh will be joining Alesana and The Color Morale this summer on the “You Better Watch Your Mouth, Sunshine” Tour which is hitting the east coast in June.

“Since conception Megosh has awaited proper fostering and Revival Recordings has delivered! Megosh is thrilled to be welcomed into the family and eager to grow and mature along side the team! Megosh is revived!” – Josh (singer/guitarist of Megosh)

“It is with great pride that the team at Revival Recordings welcomes Megosh to the family! We look forward to working alongside them as they journey into a wonderful world of creativity and rock and roll!” – Shawn Milke (owner of Revival Recordings)

Check out “Black Is The New Blonde” by Megosh from the upcoming self-titled EP.

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TOUR DATES:
June 18 – Wilmington, Delaware – Harmony Grange
June 19 – New York, New York – The Studio At Webster Hall
June 20 – Long Island, New York – Revolution
June 21 – Worcester, Massachusetts – The Palladium Upstairs
June 22 – Poughkeepsie, New York – The Chance
June 23 – Buffalo, New York – Waiting Room
June 25 – Reading, Pennsylvania – Reverb
June 26 – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – Mr. Smalls
June 27 – Springfield, Virginia – Empire
June 28 – Greensboro, North Carolina – Greene Street
June 29 – Douglasville, Georgia – The 7 Venue
June 30 – Orlando, Florida – The Social
July 1 – Ft. Lauderdale, Florida – Culture Room
July 2 – Jacksonville, Florida – Jack Rabbits

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About Megosh:

Members: Lukas (drums), Josh (vocals/guitar), Finch (guitar/vocals), Derv (bass)

Forged from the bone-metal of ancient dragons, Megosh rises, and the gods tremble…

Baltimore’s Megosh has been toiling behind the scenes for some time brewing up a catalog of high-energy, intelligent rock. Their music is melodic with post-progressive elements and frequent forays into the territory of alternative metal, but they manage to maintain an overriding pop sensibility. Megosh somehow fuses these eclectic ingredients into a surprisingly cohesive stew, a sound that is clearly their own. Impressively complex instrumental material will certainly appeal to the musician but, with Megosh, songcraft still reigns- creative use of rhythm and catchy melodies are certain to captivate a wide audience. On top of all this, the front line serves up tasty three-part harmonies- something rarely heard on today’s rock scene. Megosh has signed to North Carolina/Los Angeles based Revival Recordings and can be seen on tour this summer with Alesana and The Color Morale.