Album review: ‘Regeneration Machine’ by ALPHAMEGA
Woven among thickened riffs, a “never say die” attitude rumbles across listeners’ eardrums presenting a lyrical novel of heartache, struggle, and passion. As the music breaks, ascending choruses and driving screams anchor the narrative. The Los Angeles based, modern rock project, ALPHAMEGA, leaves no question of who they set out to be with their debut album, ‘Regeneration Machine’. This project is out for blood.
SINGLE Preview: “Mobius” (feat. Javier Amador) by Luxrem
Tantalizing riffs glide effortlessly over a groovy bassline as the initial tones of “Mobius” - the upcoming single by Luxrem, aka “Your favorite Prog Nerds from Miami” - falls upon listener’s ears. From the first note, this single captivates the mind, injecting an unbridled energy to the imagination as it builds.
Pre-save “Mobius” (Out Oct 27th, 2021) now to hear it first!
EP Review: ‘Cardinal’ by Bouquet
Tackling a whirlwind of orphaned emotions and somber tones, post-hardcore act, Bouquet, seizes listeners ears with poignant analogies, atmospheric sonics, and an avalanche of curated emotion in their stunning debut release, ‘Cardinal’ (Sept 17th, 2021).
SINGLE DEBUT: “Cap’n Oblivious (Deficit)” by Johnny Football Hero
Philadelphia Shreddy Emo Act, Johnny Football Hero releases their latest music video and single, "Cap'n Oblivious (Deficit)" - the 2nd single taken from their upcoming album, ‘Complacency’ (Knuckle Down Records - June 25th, 2021) - exclusively through Dear Untitled!
Check it now!
Artist Interview: Johnny Football Hero
Despite a a tumultuous year, 2021 brings exciting news for the young Philadelphia Emo/Punk act, Johnny Football Hero as they welcome new member, Addison Rider (Vocals/Bass) to the fold AND tease new music on the horizon! We took a couple minutes to introduce this rising bundle of energy and download ourselves with the latest on what this addition means for the outlook of the project - so dive in!
Single Review: “EVLN” (Feat Lukas Andersson) by ARISTIC
If you’ve been feeling restless or seeking a moment to stretch your wings, it may be time for a revitalization, or change from within - potentially an evolution?....if so, you're in luck, because “EVLN” just so happens to be the flavor of the month for Aristic…
Single Review: “EVLN” Feat. Lukas Andersson of Zero Horizon
Single Debut: "You Remember” by Crosswinds
Drawing inspiration from their prior music and stretching the stylistic borderlines of ‘pop punk’ music, Crosswinds is on the cusp of something special with this refreshing piece…
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Single Reviews: “Fried Rice” and “MillY Badison” by Sweep Echo
Taking proper measure of their own sanity, Sweep Echo, an Emo/Alt Rock project based out of Mt Laurel, NJ, released their music video for a new single, “Fried Rice” on Halloween, 2020 and are releasing that track AND “Milly Badison” EVERYWHERE, on Nov 23rd, 2020!
Check out the video now and take a refreshing breath to remind yourself, “Its alright….its alright…” <3
Single Debut: “Hopes” by Yellow Pages
Contrasting the new single, “Hopes” by Yellow Pages to their debut single, “Daemon”, is not an easy task, but demonstrates that this rising Swedish Post-Hardcore act is evolving and maturing into something BIG…QUICKLY. See our thoughts inside!
Single Review: ‘All That We’ve become’ by Neon Graves
Doused by repetitively jarring tones, listeners are baptized by fire as Neon Graves’ latest single “All That We’ve Become” provides a stark yet balanced agreement between their atmospheric debut work and recent brutal singles. Evolving and discovering their own sound throughout a very tumultuous 2020, Neon Graves truly is beginning to understand what exactly it is which they have become as they push into their upcoming album, ‘All That Brings Us Down’ (Release date TBD).
Single DEBUT: ‘Redamancy’ by Nasma
Revealing a deeper look into the future sound of what Nasma can be, the new single from this Perth-based metalcore act, “Redamancy” (Sept, 13th, 2020), showcases combative vocals, vulnerable lyrics, and rhythmic prowess - capturing strains of wistful nostalgia along the way.
Make sure to dive in to explore the debut of “Redamancy” and learn more about Nasma and what they have in store for the rest of 2020 and beyond!
EP Debut: ‘You’ll Be Gone Forever’ by Marked Life
Dominated by wild energy and frantic crescendos, the Progressive Nu-Metal act, Marked;Life, has unveiled their brand new EP, ‘You’ll Be Gone Forever’ (Sept 4th, 2020) - a quad track release full of fury and artistic liberties. Unleashing their imprint on listener’s eardrums as their name implies, Marked;Life, encapsulates their bottled rage and takes no prisoners on this journey of metal gymnastics ahead.
Album Preview: ‘No Horizon’ by Never Known
Bathed in a dousing ray of instrumentals, the soundscape ignites with mounting tension - distressing the very fibers of existence as serene tones rumble over listener’s eardrums. Underscoring a fairly subdued start for the solo New England metalcore act, Never Known and their upcoming LP, embers catch flame as the driving beat of ‘Horizon’ breaks. Ahead lies a story birthed of sorrow, a book transcribed with anxiety and fear, yet a channeled determination which focuses on the beyond - as listeners brace for an experience titled, '‘No Horizon’.
EP Review: ‘Maybe Tomorrow’ by One last Daybreak (UK)
Re-birthing a genre familiar to many, the talented UK act, One Last Daybreak, hearkens back to a nostalgic time with their latest EP, ‘Maybe Tomorrow’ (June 26th, 2020)….Through gushing sentiments, transparent lyricism, and poised instrumentals, One Last Daybreak pulls together what very well could be classified as a true ‘Emo Revival’ in modern times.
Single Review: “Just Say It” by Goalkeeper
Taken from their upcoming sophomore EP, ‘Life In Slow Motion’ (due out Sept 25th, 2020 via Lost Music Collective), the Philly pop-punk maestros, Goalkeeper, have released their second single, '“Just Say It” - while anchoring their lyrics in some gang-vocal “feels” across the extent of the track. Check out our take - right here on Dear Untitled!
Album Debut: ‘Null Space’ by Pathogen
Swirling through the mayhem of gnarly riffs and maniacal gutterals, listeners find themselves aggressively submerged in the maelstrom which ‘Null Space’, the latest LP release by Pathogen, creates. Pathogen, an upcoming Progressive Djent act based out of Bucks County, PA, brings a next level of disruption to the groove metal scene - harnessing the relentless track momentum and brutal screams for their gain - the talent does not go unnoticed.
Single Review: ‘Livestream My Suicide’ by Dream Drop
To complement the huge signing announcement to Gain Music, Dream Drop has released a brand new controversial single and music video titled, '‘Livestream My Suicide” on August 21st, 2020. Based on a 2010 Swedish news event, this piece is designed to be a tactful critique about how desensitized people are on the internet in today’s culture. Catch our take inside and see the video - you don’t want to miss this!
EP Debut: ‘Year of The Wolf’ by Burden
Cutting deep with the opening lyrics, the New England Hardcore act, Burden, kicks off the latest installment of savage angst in their latest campaign for the upcoming EP, ‘Year Of the Wolf’, releasing on August 17th, 2020 via Patient Zero Records. Utilizing “the catharsis of music" in order to “let all that bullshit and rage, and frustration shine through.."., this is Burden, and this is personal.
SINGLE Debut: ‘SAFEROOM’ by MARKED;LIFE
For readers who have followed Marked;Life since their signing to We Are Triumphant in January 2020, you are fully prepared on what to expect from this spastic nu-metal group based out of Arizona. If you’re new here, then get ready because Marked;Life is about literally blow your socks off with their relentless ferocity - they are here to make an impact and well…leave a mark.
EP Debut: ‘NOT MY TYPE’ by THUDD
DEBUT EP: ‘Not My Type’ by THUDD out everywhere 7.24.2020!
From the moment that “What Once Was” debuted, there was something very intriguing and unique about the sound which THUDD adds to the UK and global music scene. Taking influence from prominent acts such as Volbeat, Bullet For My Valentine, and Within Temptation, there was no question that there would be a distinct, yet vibrant tone, embedded with everything this act released. Even looking back at the 2019 debut single, “Armageddon”, listeners could already derive something special about this project was in the works…