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  • ALTER BRIDGE’s BLACKBIRD FESTIVAL takes flight – landing at Cardiff Castle in June 2026


    ALTER BRIDGE’S BLACKBIRD FESTIVAL TAKES FLIGHT

    ALTER BRIDGE TO HEADLINE BRAND NEW ROCK EVENT

    AT TK MAXX PRESENTS DEPOT LIVE AT CARDIFF CASTLE – JUNE 27, 2026

    WITH VERY SPECIAL GUESTS SKINDRED, PLUS FLORENCE BLACK, CARDINAL BLACK, & MORE

    A brand new rock festival is landing in the heart of Wales – and it’s set to make some serious noise.

    On Saturday 27th June, 2026, the grounds of Cardiff Castle will be shaken to their foundations as ALTER BRIDGE’s inaugural BLACKBIRD FESTIVAL bursts onto the scene with a monumental lineup the global rock heavyweights will headline.

    Tickets go on general sale from 9:30am Friday 22nd August via blackbirdfest.com, with a range of presales kicking off from 9:30am on Tuesday 19th August

    Launching their own festival marks a key moment for ALTER BRIDGE – not just as a celebration of their legacy, but as a bold step into curating their own live experience, bringing together a handpicked lineup of artists and connecting with fans in a whole new way.

    With more than two decades under their belts, ALTER BRIDGE continue to carve their name deeper into rock history. Known for their thunderous live shows, searing dual guitars, and unforgettable melodies, the Florida-formed four piece – Myles Kennedy (vocals/guitar), Mark Tremonti (guitar/vocals), Brian Marshall (bass) and Scott Phillips (drums) – have played to millions worldwide and earned a reputation as one of the most consistent and respected names in modern rock.

    Now, after more than seven years away from Welsh stages, they’re coming back with something big.

    “We realised we haven’t played Wales in over seven years,” says Myles Kennedy. “To make up for lost time, we thought it would be cool to do something extra special. So with that said, we are stoked to announce The Blackbird Festival. Not only does this commemorate 20-plus years of being a band, but it’s also a way to show our appreciation for the fans in Wales who’ve patiently waited for our return.”

    Joining ALTER BRIDGE as very special guests are none other than SKINDRED, the unstoppable Welsh heroes whose unique blend of metal, reggae, punk and riotous energy has made them a live favourite across the globe. Expect nothing short of total carnage when Benji Webbe and co. hit the stage on home turf. And don’t forget a t-shirt to join in with the Newport Helicopter.

    Also set to perform are rising Welsh powerhouse trio FLORENCE BLACK, known for their heavy-hitting anthems and gritty, melodic swagger, and the soul-infused, arena-ready sounds of CARDINAL BLACK, whose star continues to rise at rocket speed. One more band is still to be announced, so keep your eyes locked on the lineup for a final surprise.

    Fans eager to be part of the first-ever BLACKBIRD FESTIVAL can get tickets and all the latest updates via blackbirdfest.com and official social media pages.

    Fans can explore VIP upgrades, full tour dates, and tickets for all ALTER BRIDGE performances at alterbridge.com

    ALTER BRIDGE will release their new, self-titled, eighth studio album via Napalm Records on January 9th, 2026.

    Produced once again by longtime collaborator Michael “Elvis” Baskette, the record promises to deliver the powerful, emotionally driven sound the band is known for – just in time to fuel a triumphant return to UK & European stages for the group’s previously announced Spring 2026 headline arena run. The album was recorded over two months at the legendary 5150 Studios in California and Baskette’s studio in Florida.

    Pre-orders are available now at https://www.lnk.to/AB-AlterBridge

    Blackbird Festival 2026 is presented as part of TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle by promoters DEPOT Live and Cuffe and Taylor.

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  • SCOTT STAPP’s Rock-Fueled Western, “Deadman’s Trigger: A Short Film”, Out Now

    SCOTT STAPP Releases Deadman’s Trigger: A Short Film 
    Co-Starring Anthony Stapp | Watch HERE

    “…a peaceful man, pushed beyond his breaking point toward retribution…” 
    (Billboard Magazine) 

    Latest Solo Album, Higher Power, Out Now | Order HERE
    Grammy winning songwriter, solo artist, and Creed frontman SCOTT STAPP has released Deadman’s Trigger: A Short Film. The 9 minute, 13 second short co-stars Scott Stapp & Anthony Stapp, directed by Tyler Dunning Evans, with music by SCOTT STAPP. The film features “Deadman’s Trigger,” the 3rd single from chart-topping solo album Higher Power (Napalm Records) – the track is climbing the rock charts now after two consecutive radio hits – “Higher Power” and “Black Butterfly” reached Top Ten and Top Five, respectively. 

    As the inspiration and soundtrack for the father/son saga, “Deadman’s Trigger” is an explosive track that pulses with sonic swagger, anguish, and idealism. 

    Billboard marvels at Stapp’s loaded schedule as a solo artist and voice of Creed who’s “job description now includes starring as an action hero in a short film.” Executive Director, Jason Lipshutz continues:
    “In the middle of another successful touring season for his reunited band Creed, SCOTT STAPP has offered something unexpected: a 9-minute, high-octane short film, in which he stars as a man of faith who, Lord forgive him, has to go back to the old him.” 

    The rock-fueled Western was shot over two days at Whitehorse Ranch in Landers, CA. It’s a classic Hollywood show-down as a man of faith, haunted by unspeakable nightmares and villains, is forced to take matters into his own hands when what he loves is threatened. In a hail of Hellfire he protects, and is saved in return, by an unlikely hero. 
    Online speculation about the premiere began when a live-action trailer framed by film credits appeared on Monday (7/28). In it, a fully-loaded cowboy strolls frame as Old West music conjures Doc Holliday, cracked earth, and tumbleweeds. Their questions were answered when Deadman’s Trigger: A Short Film premiered Thursday, July 31, exclusively on YouTube. 

    Director Tyler Dunning Evans says:
    “Adapting Scott’s storyline for the screen was easy because he is a narrative songwriter – the arc is already there. As a collaborator, he’s clear on his vision and values other creators’ expertise. With Anthony on-set and Milan working behind the scenes, Scott was hands-on in establishing safety measures and his love for his kids translated to a vulnerable but fierce performance in the final cut.”
    Watch Deadman’s Trigger: A Short Film HERE
    Full Credits HERE
    On the Higher Power album: Stapp is “primed for a big decade, sounding as powerful as he did at half his age with a sense of newfound heaviness resting beneath his iconic voice” (Loudwire).

    “With 10 huge, earnest, soaring, anthemic tracks, Higher Power is everything you love about Scott Stapp.” (Esquire)

    “Higher Power is Stapp’s most complete solo offering to date — growling and energetic, but also admirably reflective” (Billboard)

    “Higher Power is a confessional for Scott, one that the now older and wiser singer is mature enough to tackle head on.” (Kerrang)

    “an emotional record relying more heavily on the lyrics and vocals than many rock records, which makes sense, because Stapp’s lyrics & stories have always been at the forefront”(Blabbermouth)
    Order Higher Power HERE:
    About SCOTT STAPP:
    One of the most iconic voices in rock, SCOTT STAPP first emerged as the high-energy, post-grunge frontman of Creed. He penned anthems like “Higher,” “My Own Prison,” “My Sacrifice,” “With Arms Wide Open,” “What If,” “Say I,” and “One”, and the band sold over 50 million albums, including a Diamond certification. Throughout the early 2000’s, Creed broke airplay records, sold out arenas, earned Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards, and a Grammy for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group. As a solo artist, Stapp has released the Platinum-certified The Great Divide (2005), Proof of Life (2013), The Space Between The Shadows (2019), and 2024’s chart-topping Higher Power.

    About CREED: 
    In 2024, after an 11-year hiatus, Creed announced two Summer of ’99 cruise festivals, a N. American tour, and the band’s own rock festival. After each event sold-out, the tour was extended into 2025, their 3rd sold-out Creed cruise sailed (with plans to sail again in 2026), and their festival grew into a 2-day event in Milwaukee in July. The Grammy and American Music Award-winning Creed formed in Tallahassee, Florida, in 1994. Now, they’ve exceeded one billion streams on Spotify alone, between “Higher,” “My Sacrifice,” “One Last Breath,” “With Arms Wide Open,” and “My Own Prison.” Nearly 30 years after Creed’s formation, the anthems composed by singer SCOTT STAPP and guitarist Mark Tremonti have become part of rock and alternative’s DNA. My Own Prison (1997) is one of the late 20th century’s biggest debuts. Human Clay (1999) and Weathered (2001) entered the Billboard 200 chart at #1. Their Full Circle (2009), album debuted at #1 on the Top Rock, Hard Rock, and Alternative charts and #2 on the Billboard 200. With over 53M albums sold worldwide, Creed stands alongside Van Halen, Guns N’ Roses, and Metallica as one of an elite few rock bands to earn RIAA Diamond-certified status, for more than 11 million sales of Human Clay in the US.
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  • BLACK VEIL BRIDES debut FIRST new track OF 2025 – THE BLISTERING “HALLELUJAH”


    BLACK VEIL BRIDES debut FIRST new track OF 2025 – THE BLISTERING “HALLELUJAH”
    https://blackveilbrides.lnk.to/Hallelujah Click here to watch official music video

    Band to debut “Hallelujah” at Warped Tour in Long Beach this month  South American headline tour to kick off in October

    (New York, NY) – On the heels of a successful tour alongside Baby Metal, Black Veil Brides are back with their first piece of new music since 2024’s chart-topping single “Bleeders.” The band – comprised of vocalist Andy Biersack, guitarists Jake Pitts and Jinxx, bassist Lonny Eagleton and drummer Christian Coma – return to their roots with the aggressive new track “Hallelujah.” The Tampa Florida based choir “One Voice Ensemble” also leant their talents to the recording. The song is being released by their label partners Spinefarm and was produced by Andy Biersack and Jake Pitts.

    “Hallelujah” is now available via all digital service providers here: https://blackveilbrides.lnk.to/Hallelujah.  
    “’Hallelujah’ is an important song for us, not only because it is the first track from the new record, but also as a signifier of what’s to come for the band. On a narrative level, it represents the themes and ideas I am exploring lyrically on the album. I am fascinated by the current state of discourse and how often we seem to prioritize ideological certainty over the heart and soul of humanity. Over the years we have developed a tremendous connection with our audience, which is often dismissed or misinterpreted by the ‘scene.’  We stand at a unique inflection point culturally and I want to be able to speak openly about how much I believe in being true to yourself over the fear of mass hysteria or in-group recriminations,” explains Andy Biersack. “When my grandfather’s voice spoke to ‘the outcasts’ in the first moments of our first record in 2010, it was a sincere call to arms for all those who feel different. In many ways this record is the natural evolution of that same idea. This is the heaviest and most vitriolic BVB record by far but more importantly I believe it is the most sincere and honest record we have ever made.”

    To coincide with the new single, Black Veil Brides is releasing an animated video for “Hallelujah.” The video is directed by Marco Pavone (The Black Dahlia Murder, Pink Floyd, Shadow of Intent). The band will continue to release more visual content over the coming months to support the new song. A teaser for the track got fans in a frenzy when it was released last week. The official music video for “Hallelujah” can be seen here.

    The band will also be touring in support of the new single. The song will make its live performance debut at Warped Tour in Long Beach, CA on July 26th. Black Veil Brides will also be making appearances at Louder Than Life in Louisville, KY (September 20), Rock The Locks Festival in Umatilla, OR (September 26) and Aftershock Festival (October 5) before heading to South America for six headline shows. The We Missed Ourselves Tour 2025 will also feature Underoath, Silverstein, Senses Fail, and I Set My Friends On Fire. Information on all ticket and VIP packages for Black Veil Brides dates can be found at: www.blackveilbrides.net. 

    Black Veil Brides 2025 Tour Dates
    July 26 / Long Beach, CA / Vans Warped Tour
    September 20 / Louisville, KY / Louder Than Life 
    September 26 /  Umatilla, OR / Rock the Locks Festival 
    October 5 / Sacramento, CA / Aftershock 
    October 25 / Mexico City, MEX / Velodromo Olimpico 
    October 28 / Bogota, COL / Chamorro City Hall
    October 31 / Santiago, Chile / Teatro Coliseo
    November 2 / Sao Paulo, BRZ / Vibra
    November 4 / Buenos Aires, ARG / Groove 
    November 15 / Orlando, FL / Vans Warped Tour  
    L to R: Jinxx (Guitars), Andy Biersack (Vocals), Christian Coma (Drums), Jake Pitts (Guitars), Lonny Eagleton (Bass) Photo Credit: Jonathan Weiner

    Like their band name suggests, Black Veil Brides evoke transcendent visions of an impenetrable hereafter, intermingling with a steely focus on the dark passions and elusive mysteries of the here and now. A romantic fantasy first summoned in a small town by founder Andy Biersack – a creative who was fascinated with death rock, theatricality, and monsters (both real and imagined). It wasn’t until moving to Los Angeles that the unstoppable force the band is currently became finalized. The band (and its members Andy Biersack, Jake Pitts, Jinxx, Lonny Eagleton, Christian Coma) Instagram and Twitter accounts command close to 12 million followers between them. The Phantom Tomorrow, the group’s last full-length album, went to No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Hard Rock Albums chart. Their last single “Bleeders” – through their new label home Spinefarm – propelled them to the top of the Active Rock radio charts. In the hearts and minds of their fans, the band represents an unwillingness to compromise and a resistance to critics (personal and professional), fueled by the same fire as the group’s own heroes, the iconoclasts whose creative output, once dismissed, is now canonized. Now after 15 years of leading the BVB Army, the next phase of Black Beil Brides begins with a joyful “Hallelujah.” 


  • Lost 80’s Live Headed to Northfield August 6 – North America’s Longest-Running Retro Music Tour With A Flock Of Seagulls, General Public, The Vapors, China Crisis & More

    LOST 80’S LIVE

    NORTH AMERICA’S LONGEST-RUNNING RETRO MUSIC TOUR

    CELEBRATES 23 YEARS WITH 2025 TOUR ANNOUNCEMENT

    FEATURING A FLOCK OF SEAGULLS, GENERAL PUBLIC,

    THE VAPORS, CHINA CRISIS & MORE!

    TICKETS ON SALE NOW AT LOST80SLIVE.COM

    Dust off your neon outfits, tease your hair, and crank up the synthesizers because Lost 80’s Live, the ultimate retro music experience, is returning for its highly anticipated 23rd Anniversary Tour in 2025! Hosted by legendary Hollywood Walk of Fame DJ Richard Blade, this electrifying celebration of 80s music features an incredible lineup of the decade’s most iconic artists and hitmakers.

    As the longest-running retro music tour, Lost 80’s Live has become a beloved tradition for fans nationwide, offering an unforgettable evening of nostalgia, music, and memories.

    This year’s star-studded lineup includes performances by:

    • A Flock Of Seagulls (“I Ran (So Far Away),” “Space Age Love Song”)
    • General Public (“Tenderness,” “Never You Done That”)
    • Big Country (“In a Big Country,” “Fields of Fire”)
    • The Vapors (“Turning Japanese,” “Jimmy Jones”)
    • The Icicle Works (“Birds Fly (Whisper to a Scream)”)
    • China Crisis (“Working With Fire and Steel,” “Arizona Sky”)
    • Josie Cotton (“Johnny Are You Queer,” “He Could Be the One”)
    • Belouis Some (“Some People,” “Imagination”)
    • The Polecats (“Make a Circuit With Me”)
    • Peter Godwin (“Images of Heaven,” “Baby’s in the Mountains”)

    This year, Rob Juarez, the creator and producer of Lost 80’s Live, has brought together a powerhouse coalition of promoters—Nederlander, Live Nation, Mammoth, Goldenvoice, AEG, and WorldOne Presents—to expand on the tour’s continued success.

    “Lost 80’s Live is more than a concert—it’s a celebration of an era,” says Juarez. “We’re thrilled to be celebrating 23 years of sharing the magic of the 80s, and this year’s tour promises to be our biggest and best yet!”

    Described by Rolling Stone as an “all-in-one mega-show” and recognized by Consequence for its “stacked lineups” and unforgettable performances, Lost 80’s Live has become a must-see event for 80s music lovers nationwide.

    A list of confirmed dates can be found below. Subject to change.

    07.31 – New Haven, CT – Westville Music Bowl

    08.01 – Boston, MA – Wang Theatre at the Boch Center

    08.02 – New York City, NY – The Rooftop at Pier 17

    08.03 – Cary, NC – Koka Booth Amphitheater

    08.06 – Northfield, OH – MGM Northfield Park

    08.08 – Niagara Falls, ON – OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino Resort

    08.09 – Roanoke, VA – Elmwood Park Amphitheater

    08.10 – Macon, GA – Atrium Health Amphitheater

    08.12 – St. Petersburg, FL – Duke Energy Center Mahaffey Theater

    08.14 – New Orleans, LA – Saenger Theatre

    08.15 – Sugar Land, TX – Smart Financial Centre

    08.16 – San Antonio, TX – The Espee

    08.17 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory

    08.20 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre

    08.21 – San Diego, CA – Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre

    08.24 – Los Angeles, CA – The Greek Theatre

    08.28 – Ontario, CA – Toyota Arena

    08.29 – Paso Robles, CA – Vina Robles Amphitheater

    08.30 – Saratoga, CA – Mountain Winery

    08.31 – Lincoln, CA – The Venue at Thunder Valley

    For the latest updates, a complete list of tour dates, and full artist lineups, visit lost80slive.com. Tickets are on sale now—don’t miss your chance to get lost in the 80s!

    ABOUT LOST 80’S LIVE:

    Created in 2002 by Rob Juarez of The Boss Booking Agency, Lost 80’s Live has grown to become the longest-running retro music tour, bringing together the most iconic acts of the 1980s. With its incredible lineup of artists and high-energy performances, the tour has entertained hundreds of thousands of fans across the United States and Canada. For more information, visit lost80slive.com.

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  • DOGMA dominates again with the video single “Shift Happens”

    DOGMA dominates again with the video single “Shift Happens”

    The song was recorded in two countries and will be part of their sixth album.

    The national Groove Metal band surprises us with “Shift Happens,” a preview of their new album, which is in the recording process and comes with many surprises.

    In this new studio work, the successor to Atemporal, Dogma, he shows us the strength and evolution of his new composition despite all the years.

    A perfect continuation and succession of emblematic works, summarized in a delicate melody with all the necessary ingredients to fulfill his legacy.

    And talks about…

    Surviving collapse, rebuilding, enduring repetitive struggles, It’s a cathartic anthem about surviving destruction, not as a clean comeback, but as a messy, defiant resistance to giving up, even as everything keeps falling apart.

    Strength, style and effectiveness to name a few.

    Additionally, this year marks the 25th anniversary of the album “Superfix,” and the band is already booking dates that will include a tour of Chile and its long-awaited deluxe vinyl reissue.

    The band is already working on their sixth album.

    Dogma – SHIFT HAPPENS:

    The band refers to the video like this…and the time has come to present our debt, our video Shift Happens, perhaps the most special and direct video of ours for you… Recorded in Santiago and California, and was produced by Franco, Post prod by Osvaldo López.

    Thank you so much for all your good vibes!

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