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  • METAL ALLEGIANCE ANNOUNCE ANNUAL ANAHEIM SHOW

    METAL ALLEGIANCE is entering their second decade together, and unlike most other metal supergroups or collaborations, Metal Allegiance continues stronger – and heavier – than ever. Beginning as a celebration of heavy metal, Metal Allegiance is powered by the almost tribal bond shared between the extreme music community’s most revered trailblazers, armed with a list of contributors onstage (and off) that read like a Wikipedia entry on the genre itself –whose “core 4” is comprised of David Ellefson, Mark Menghi, Alex Skolnick, and Mike Portnoy.

    On Thursday, January 23, 2025, the band – which in addition to the core 4, will also include Chuck Billy (Testament), Bobby Blitz (Overkill), John Bush (Armored Saint), Doc Coyle (Bad Wolves & God Forbid), Brandon Ellis (The Black Dahlia Murder), Marty Friedman, Gary Holt (Slayer / Exodus), Andreas Kisser (Sepultura), Jeff Loomis, Mark Tornillo (Accept), Angel Vivaldi and more – will perform at what has become an annual event for the band at the House of Blues (400 Disney Way) in Anaheim, CA.

    The night will be sponsored by Jackson Guitars, EVH Gear, Charvel Guitars and IK Multimedia and will include direct support from Ottto. Opening the night are Wicked and Lost Legacy.

    As with their previous shows, expect a setlist that balances original material with classic covers of metal royalty.

    Tickets will be available for pre-sale purchase on Wednesday October 16th at 10:00 A.M Eastern, via this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/09006148D4342D9B

    Presale codes are:
    LiveNation: TEMPO
    Ticketmaster: MOOD

    GA Tix Link:
    https://tinyurl.com/MAHOB2025

    Additionally, VIP M&G and VIP M&G Soundcheck packages can be purchased via these two links:

    VIP M&G Link:
    https://tinyurl.com/MAHOB25VIP

    VIP M&G Soundcheck Link:
    https://tinyurl.com/MAHOB25SCVIP

    The VIP Meet & Greet package includes:

    • Early access into the venue
    • Exclusive pre-show Meet & Greet with members of Metal Allegiance
    • Personal photograph & autograph signing with members of Metal Allegiance
    • Collectible show poster (which they’ll happily sign for you)
    • Official Meet & Greet VIP laminate
    • Crowd-fee access to the merch booth

    While the VIP Meet & Greet Soundcheck package includes:

    • Early access into the venue
    • Ticket to the concert that night
    • Exclusive “Soundcheck” viewing with Metal Allegiance Crew
    • Exclusive pre-show Meet & Greet with members of Metal Allegiance
    • Personal photograph & autograph signing with members of Metal Allegiance
    • Collectible show poster (which they’ll happily sign for you)
    • Official Meet & Greet VIP laminate
    • Crowd-fee access to the merch booth

    The Anaheim show from last drew rave reviews from the metal press, including Metal Talk saying, “If you weren’t here, you definitely missed out on probably a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”

    Also, the Vinyl District added, “Fans were treated to some of the very best metal has to offer from a supergroup that truly understands what a live musical performance should be. All hail Metal Allegiance!”

    And the members of Metal Allegiance are especially looking forward to returning to Anaheim on January 23rd…

    “What we have planned for this one might be the most epic. Can’t wait to return to our home away from home.” – Mark Menghi

    “It’s that time again! Every year, Metal Allegiance’s annual shindig in Anaheim kicks off the year in true metal fashion and is always one of the coolest metal event of the year… can’t wait to throw down once again in 2025!” – Mike Portnoy

    “Earlier this year, MA played our first Anaheim show of the post-pandemic era. It was beyond epic and great to return to House of Blues. It’s hard to believe but it’s already time to announce and plan for MA Anaheim 2025. As always this will be a whole new show with some added twists and a few special surprises. We’ll see you in January!” – Alex Skolnick

    “There’s no better way to kick off the new year than throwing down with our friends in the Metal Allegiance neighborhood. Every year seems to get bigger and better… we’ll see you at the show!” – David Ellefson

    “It time to kick off the new year and to get together with our friends in Metal Allegiance for our traditional performance during the NAMM show. See you in the pit” – Chuck Billy (Testament)

    “Best way to crush our way into 2025? With the world’s foremost epic all star band of all time, Metal Allegiance! Cannot WAIT to jam again with all my friends!” – Gary Holt (Slayer/Exodus)

    “It was less than a year ago, that I made my first appearance with Metal Allegiance, to be back with some of the best to ever to do it is an absolute honor. And as good as last year was, the goal is to make this year even better. I can’t wait!” – Doc Coyle (Bad Wolves/God Forbid)

    ‘It’s that time again, the best and biggest metal jam in the world. I’m so ready for this, miss this vibe and good energy from these metal masters! Cant wait to see you all in January!” – Andreas Kisser (Sepultura)

    FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT:

    metalallegiance.com

  • Cordell Winter

    Cordell Winter is a singer-songwriter and poet whose journey through struggle, survival, and self-discovery has forged a unique voice in modern music. From living in vans and performing in parking lots to sharing stages with legendary musicians and iconic festivals, Winter has built a career defined by tenacity, authenticity, and an unrelenting pursuit of his art. At its core, his work reaches outward — rooted in empathy, humility, and lived experience — inviting listeners to reconnect with love, meaning, and the courage to choose a life that feels honest. With his upcoming album Leave This World Alive and a first-ever world tour in 2026, Winter continues to blaze his own path while staying grounded in music, poetry, and transformation.

  • OG-8

    OG8 RELEASES SECOND SINGLE “CHANGE”

    LAS VEGAS: The transformation of leaving a relationship, starting a new one or even uprooting a career can be a daunting task. In the new single, “Change” from OG8, the spellbinding chorus of “Sail away, sail away” catapults the listener into a wall of melodic rock and poised  freedom. It’s just the next chapter for OG8, after their initial release “W.O.M.A.N”, and the common thread is definitively self-empowerment. Vocalist Jaime Lynch had listeners feeling embolden in “W.O.M.A.N” and in “Change” Lynch evokes assurance in going with the flow.
     
    Watch the lyric video here.


    In the vein of Led Zeppelin or Heart, “Change” starts with a stirring guitar bed, only to erupt into a fiery anthem. Lynch’s vocals hover over guitarist Troy Williver’s rhythmic riff. “Change”, perhaps more so than “W.O.M.A.N” delivers OG8’s oh-so-subtle chip on its shoulder type of band. It also touches on the theme of having someone in your corner, even if it’s a little voice that gets louder.
    “It takes more than talent in the music business,” Lynch said. “I’m lucky to have a supportive family and supportive friends. My own personal journey has always been one of controlled in what I had to do, how I had to look. I played a role on someone else’s creativity. ‘Change’ reflects that OG8 is going to do things our way.”
    OG8 – is a collective force of award-winning and seasoned musicians focused on a shared ideological belief system of love of music over pursuit of ego. Based in Portland, Ore., the driving force behind OG8 is founder and guitarist Troy Williver. Bent on being a band that doesn’t rely on a record label for both success and acknowledgment, in early 2023 Williver established Beat Farm Music. From there, the OG8 band took hold. Williver’s search for a vocalist that matched the values and could both command the stage and captivate the audience in a way that accentuates OG8’s eclectic rock-Americana-blues sound led him to the powerful vocalist and frontwoman, Jaime Lynch. A multiple winner of “Best of Las Vegas”, Lynch was the final element that ignited the undeniable chemistry. Drummer Michael Thomas Underwood III, Renato Caranto on saxophone, George Mitchell on keyboard, bassist Phil Baker and sound engineer Drew Canulette round out the band.


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  • BLVCKLIGHT

    What do black lights do? They expose things we can’t always see at first glance. Black lights are used in club scenes, bars, and a variety of other places to make something appear more interesting than it is in true light. Black lights are also used to show dirt, filth, and disgusting things that hide in plain sight. BLVCKLIGHT aims to expose the darkness in our lives and hidden among us. A producer, musician, vocalist, and so much more, BLVCKLIGHT is changing the music industry with his range, variety of sounds and musical capabilities. Known for his adaptive style and exciting performances, BLVCKLIGHT is the future of alternative music.

    Bailey Parker is an American vocalist from Kansas City, Missouri known for his exciting performances and wide range of vocal abilities. The producer and musician began his music career making Rock songs, producing Electronic Dance Music (EDM), and creating Hip-Hop instrumentals. Bailey Parker took off after showcasing his abilities in 2021, winning Best Songwriter at the All Missouri Music Awards. He was also nominated for and awarded Best Male Hip Hop Artist for Missouri at the AMMAs in 2022.

    BLVCKLIGHT is his official moniker & project set out to expose darkness by shedding light on darkness hidden in plain sight.

  • 9 Left Dead

    9 Left Dead is a rock band based out of Amber, OK. We write ambient guitar riffs with melodic and aggressive vocal lines backed by hard hitting drums and moving bass lines. Our lyrics consist of stories of life, love, loss, and all the beautifully tragic and romantic things that make our lives worth living.