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FOUR THIRTY FOUR are back with “Stuck Out,” a high-octane new single that takes aim at thefrustration and fallout of modern-day breakups. Marking the band’s fourth release with producer Kevin McNoldy, the track captures FOUR THIRTY FOUR at their most focused, intense, and emotionally charged. With hard-hitting riffs, driving rhythms, and emotionally charged vocals, the track showcases the band’s signature blend of modern rock intensity and relatable storytelling. FOUR THIRTY FOUR continues to build momentum within the rock scene by delivering music that connects with fans through authenticity and relentless energy. With “Stuck Out,” FOUR THIRTY FOUR pushes their sound to new heights, combining crushing instrumentation with memorable hooks that are sure to resonate with listeners and ignite live audiences. Lyrically, "Stuck Out" explores the breakdown of communication—two people talking past each other until there’s no way forward. It’s a breakup song for the present day: honest, loud, and unapologetic. Fans can expect “Stuck Out” to further cement Four Thirty Four as a band to watch in the modern rock landscape. The single highlights the group’s evolution as songwriters and performers, capturing the urgency and passion that defines their music. Sonically, FOUR THIRTY FOUR draw comparisons to Velvet Revolver on steroids, blending classicrock attitude with modern urgency and polish. “Stuck Out” is built to catch your ear and yourheart, delivering a hook-heavy rush that resonates long after the final chorus fades. 
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Rising punk powerhouse JON Q PUBLIC is gearing up to hit the road and bringing their high-energy live show to fans in two explosive waves across the Midwest. Known for their dynamic performances, driving riffs, and emotionally charged songwriting, JON Q PUBLIC has built a reputation as a must-see live act. The band’s upcoming tour marks a major step forward as JON Q PUBLIC continues to expand into key markets throughout the U.S. The tour will be divided into two spearate runs, allowing the band to cover more territory and connect with fans in multiple cities throughout the Midwest. Featuring headling performances alongside select supporting acts, expect a full-throttle, raw, gritty, rock and roll experience... one that keeps audiences wanting more! Setlists will feature standout tracks from the band’s catalog, crowd favorites, and new material that showcases the band’s continued growth and evolution. From intimate club venues to large regional stages, JON Q PUBLIC promises an unforgettable live experience driven by unrefined passion, authenticity, and fierce rock energy. The band is poised to solidify their presence as one of the region’s most compelling live rock acts. JON Q PUBLIC is Midwestern punk band best known for high energy performances and catchy rock and roll songs with attitude. Members include JJ Roetting on vox & strings, Joe Payne on strings & backup vox, Adam Pacheco on drums, and Jon Doe who fills in occasionally on drums or strings & backup vox. The band plays an eerie dystopian tsunami of eclectic and traditional punk music fused with pop punk. Influences include Black Flag, Ramones, Misfits, Sonic Youth, Fugazi, Dead Kennedys, Bad Religion, Agent Orange, and more. There is no “H” in JON Q PUBLIC. JON Q PUBLIC should not to be confused with the Christian rock group Johnny Q. Public, and has never released music titled "Feel The Bern". JON Q PUBLIC'S debut album was released July 18, 2025. “Crackheads Boxing Club & the Split Decision” was written, recorded, and produced by JJ Roetting & Jairo Muñoz. The album features backup vocals from Joe Queer and percussion from Hoglog Rehab - both from legendary punk band The Queers. JON Q PUBLIC'S new self titled album, “Jon Q Public”, is scheduled for release later in 2026. 
THE PUBLIK returns with their explosive and unapologetic new single, “Guaranteed,” a track that refuses to pull punches while diving headfirst into one of today’s most controversial cultural conversations — the erosion of free expression and the rise of performative morality in modern society.
Driven by raw energy, sharp lyrical delivery, and the band’s signature hard-hitting sonic intensity, “Guaranteed” stands as both a rallying cry and a reflection of growing frustrations felt across America. The track blends aggressive rock instrumentation with emotionally charged storytelling, creating a song that is as thought-provoking as it is sonically powerful. At its core, “Guaranteed” challenges listeners to confront uncomfortable truths about modern discourse, social division, and the blurred lines between personal belief and public condemnation. Speaking about the inspiration behind the song, THE PUBLIK shares: “‘Guaranteed’ is about how in America right now we’ve gradually lost the freedom of speech to the point now where when you do say what you want to say and truly express concerns or beliefs, the threat of being reprimanded is very real. Furthermore, the same people enforcing these things are the same people who think they’d get into heaven and deserve some form of righteous, rewarded afterlife, while in reality no god would ever reward this fake mask of devotion while you’re splitting families apart and promoting pure hatred in their everyday lives. We live in a country where so many people are disguising and excusing their wrongdoings and ill wills and writing them off as ‘political views’.” Musically, “Guaranteed” captures THE PUBLIK at their most intense and honest. The track fuses gritty guitar work, commanding rhythms, and emotionally charged vocal delivery to create a sound that mirrors the urgency of its message. The band continues to solidify their reputation for crafting music that doesn’t just entertain but sparks conversation and reflection. With “Guaranteed,” THE PUBLIK reinforces their commitment to fearless artistic expression, pushing boundaries both musically and lyrically while remaining rooted in authenticity and emotional truth. The single marks another step forward in the band’s evolution as they continue to carve their place in the modern rock landscape. Fans of bold, socially conscious rock music will find “Guaranteed” to be both a powerful listening experience and a call to think deeper about the world around them. "GUARANTEED" IS AVAILABLE ON ALL STREAMING PLATFORMS LISTEN ON SPOTIFY YOUTUBE BAND CAMP APPLE MUSIC 
Electronic provocateurs LORDS OF ACID return to the stage on April 25 with their headline U.S. run, the Cheeky Freaky Tour. The tour marks a bold new chapter for the iconic act—one that honors their legacy while delivering a fully realized, uncompromising live experience rooted in the band’s unmistakable aesthetic and provocative spirit. Spanning 29 cities across the United States, the Cheeky Freaky Tour is a high-voltage, multi-artist spectacle featuring both headline club dates and major festival appearances, including Sick New World (April 25, Las Vegas) and Ritual Noize Fest (May 2, Denver). Each night is designed as an immersive, visceral experience—intense, confrontational, and unmistakably LORDS OF ACID. “For the first time in eight years, there is truly new material,” says Praga Khan, founder and creative force behind LORDS OF ACID. “A new album is coming, and the ‘Cheeky Freaky Tour’ ushers in a new era for the band, with respect for the past, but with a clear focus on the future.” The “Cheeky Freaky Tour” is not a nostalgia tour. The tour reaffirms everything LORDS OF ACID have stood for over decades: a fearless, idiosyncratic approach to electronic music, a strong and unapologetic identity, and a live show that confronts, seduces, and surprises. Led by the current Acid Queen Carla Harvey, LORDS OF ACID deliver a set in which iconic tracks such as “Pussy,” “I Sit on Acid,” and “Crablouse” seamlessly merge with new material. The show focuses on tension, dynamics, and presence, without distancing itself from the band’s roots. The tour—a blend of pounding electronic beats, glam chaos, club culture, and pure attitude—is supported by a carefully curated line-up, each act contributing to the depth of the evening in its own way: • Dead On A Sunday brings raw, modern gothic energy. • Princess Superstar is known for sharp lyrics, and a distinctive, club ready swagger. • Tony and the Kiki add alternative, fashion-forward pop flair. • MZ NEON opens the night with pulsating, underground-inspired electronic sounds. Audiences will also experience the first live introduction to material from the upcoming LORDS OF ACID album, which features appearances from Princess Superstar and Tony and the Kiki. Known for decades of boundary-pushing sound and performance, LORDS OF ACID continue to redefine what a live electronic show can be: loud, visual, playful, and fearless. The “Cheeky Freaky Tour” dates are as follows: 4/25 - LAS VEGAS, NV - SICK NEW WORLD ➕ 4/26 - FONTANA, CA - STAGE RED 🔸 4/29 - GRAND JUNCTION, CO - MESA THEATER 🔸 4/30 - ALBUQUERQUE, NM - SUNSHINE THEATER 🔸 5/01 - COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - BLACK SHEEP 🔸 5/02 - DENVER, CO - RITUAL NOIZE FEST ➕ 5/04 - KANSAS CITY, KS - WAREHOUSE 5/05 - MINNEAPOLIS, MN - VARSITY THEATER 5/06 - CHICAGO, IL - BOTTOM LOUNGE 5/07 - DETROIT, MI - MAGIC STICK 5/08 - PITTSBURGH, PA - PRESERVING UNDERGROUND 5/09 - WASHINGTON, DC - UNION 5/11 - CLEVELAND, OH - MERCURY 5/12 - NYC - RACKET 5/14 - ATLANTA, GA - MASQUERADE 5/15 - ORLANDO, FL - THE ABBEY 5/16 - FT LAUDERDALE, FL - CULTURE ROOM 5/17 - TAMPA, FL - ORPHEUM 5/19 - FT WALTON BEACH - DOWNTOWN MUSIC HALL 5/21 - HOUSTON, TX - SCOUT BAR 5/22 - DALLAS, TX - TREES 5/23 - AUSTIN, TX - COME AND TAKE IT LIVE 5/24 - SAN ANTONIO, TX - PAPER TIGER 5/26 - TUCSON, AZ - 191 TOOLE 5/27 - PHOENIX, AZ - NILE 5/28 - LAS VEGAS, NV - SWANDIVE 5/29 - SAN DIEGO, CA - MUSIC BOX 5/30 - LOS ANGELES, CA - ECHOPLEX 5/31 - SAN JOSE, CA - THE RITZ ➕ LOA ONLY 🔸 NO DOAS  By: Philip Sayblack Famed guitarist Ross “The Boss” Friedman is combating ALS. The announcement was made Monday through a news release. Ross, who is currently a member of Death Dealer (and who has worked with the likes of Manowar and The Dictators), had suffered a series of health concerns prior to the diagnosis, including a series of strokes, and weakness in his hands and legs. Friedman addressed the diagnosis in a prepared statement. “It’s difficult to know what lies ahead, and it crushes me not to be able to play guitar, but the outpouring of love has been so, so strong,” said Friedman. “I’m absolutely blown away by the love and support from family, friends and fans. I love you all.” Friedman co-founded The Dictators in 1973 alongside Andy Shernoff and Scott Kempner. Since then he has gone on to a successful solo career, co-founded Manowar with bassist Joey DeMaio, and has also worked with The Spinatras and The Brain Surgeons. He is currently a member of Death Dealer, which released its latest album, Reign of Steel late last month through Massacre Records. More information on this and other news from Ross The Boss is available at: Website: https://ross-the-boss.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/rossthebossofficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/officialrtb  The Hu and Apocalyptica will hit the road together this spring and summer. The bands announced the upcoming tour Monday via a news release. According to the document, the tour is scheduled to kick off May 12 in Silver Spring, MD and to run through June 7 in Anaheim, CA. The Rasmus will serve as support throughout the tour. Tickets are scheduled to go on sale at 10 a.m. local time Friday. The tour’s schedule is noted below: The Hu and Apocalyptica Spring 2026 Tour Dates 5/12/2026 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore 5/13/2026 — New York, NY — Palladium Times Square 5/14/2026 — New Haven, CT — College Street Music Hall 5/15/2026 — Stroudsburg, PA — Sherman Theater 5/18/2026 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave / Eagles Club 5/19/2026 — Green Bay, WI — EPIC Event Center 5/20/2026 — Maplewood, MN — Myth Live 5/22/2026 — Memphis, TN — Minglewood Hall 5/23/2026 — Irving, TX — The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory 5/24/2026 — San Antonio, TX — Aztec Theatre 5/26/2026 — Houston, TX — Warehouse Live 5/27/2026 — Oklahoma City, OK — Diamond Ballroom 5/29/2026 — Phoenix, AZ — The Van Buren 5/30/2026 — Las Vegas, NV — The Theater at Virgin Hotels 5/31/2026 — Valley Center, CA — Harrah’s Resort SoCal – The Events Center 6/4/2026 — Reno, NV — Grand Theater 6/6/2026 — Los Angeles, CA — The Wiltern 6/7/2026 — Anaheim, CA — House Of Blues — special guest The Rasmus appearing on all shows -- The Hu recently premiered its latest single, ‘The Real You.’ the song’s arrangement is the most radio ready song yet from the band, with far more mainstream hard rock and metal leanings than much of what the band has presented throughout its catalog to date. The song’s lyrical message delivers a familiar message of self realization. According to information provided in the news release announcing the pending tour, the song asks listeners “to not judge others but focus on themselves and to become a better person.” The release adds that the message is based on a Mongolian proverb, which states, Don’t worry about what is on top of a person’s head, just worry about what is not on yours.” For Apocalyptica, the upcoming tour is in continued support of the group’s most recent Metallica covers compilation, Plays Metallica Vol. 2. The record was released in Feb. 2024 through BMG. It features covers of Metallica hits, such as ‘Ride The Lightning, ‘Holier Than Thou,’ and ‘One.’ There are two covers of ‘One,’ one featuring an appearance by Metallica front man and founder James Hetfield and another by current Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo. More information on the upcoming tour is available along with each band’s latest news at: Website: https://thehuofficial.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/thehuofficial X: https://x.com/thehuofficial Website: https://apocalyptica.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/Apocalyptica Twitter: https://twitter.com/apocalypticafi  Dirkschneider and the Old Gang unveiled the video for its latest single this week. The band debuted the video for its new single, ‘Batter The Power’ Friday. The song is just the latest from the band’s album, Babylon, which it released in late 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music. The song is now the 11th of the record’s 12 songs to receive its own release in support of the album. The song’s video is, like those of so many of the videos for the album’s songs, another visualization meant to reflect the band’s live look. It features the band on a sound stage dressed to look like a live stage as the song plays over the visualization. In regard to the song’s lyrical content, information in the news release announcing the video’s premiere stated, ““Batter The Power” draws on classic heavy metal imagery of battle, resistance and liberation. Lines like “we’ll die to be free” and “never surrender” underline the song’s central message: relentlessly challenging oppressive power in the name of freedom and justice.” This makes the premiere of the new single and video quite timely, considering everything going on in America today. Babylon is available now. More information on the album is available along with all of Dirkschneider and the Old Gang’s news at https://www.facebook.com/dirkschneiderandtheoldgang.  By: Philip Sayblack Outlier (nee Ovtlier) is taking on one of Cypress Hill’s hits for its latest single.The band unveiled its take of Cypress Hill’s ‘(Rock) Superstar’ Friday. The band’s take on the song, which stays largely true to its source material, sees guest appearances from Hyro The Hero and Cypress Hill’s own Sen Dog (who also provided vocals to the original track, too). Outlier’s updated take on the song updates the original by adding even more of a hard rock lean. Front man Joey Arena takes on the lead vocals this time, while Hyro The Hero and Sen Dog add their own touches with their own performances. Arena talked about taking on the song in a prepared statement. “‘Superstar’ was more influential to me than I had realized in my youth,” said Arena. “Growing up, there wasn’t a Rap, Rock or Pop station that wasn’t playing this song. A friend of mine would pick me up for school and we would blast this track like it was the only song that had existed for months. I listened to so many genres growing up (still do) and given that my first instrument was guitar, I would play anything from NuMetal, Hardcore and Grunge to Jazz, Classic Rock and Pop Punk but listened to a lot of mid-90’s and 00’s Hip Hop. I never believed a band should have one specific sound and always heard from so many industry reps is that I needed to find my “identity” when my identity was doing whatever the fuck I wanted. An artist is meant to grow, push boundaries and experiment, why would that not manifest in songwriting? ‘Superstar’ was just that for me, it was a staple in the fusion of the genres it portrays. A track that pushed the envelope, took a chance and has the accolades to prove its success.” Arena added, “I wanted to cover this song not only cause its nostalgic, but because of the genre blending it represents. I have incorporated some “white boy rap” in previous tracks, but this got to showcase a whole different side and my love for Hip Hop. I wanted to pay respects to the original track, but also somewhat make it my own. This song needed something special though and what could bring a more authentic stamp of approval than getting the iconic, Sen Dog of Cypress Hill on the track. It was such an honor to have him to not only feature on the track but get him to appear in the video. He stuck it out all day with us and hit multiple locations, getting behind the vision and project. Such an awesome and down to earth individual that deserves all the recognition. Lastly, to add a little extra flare to the track, I felt that it was only right to reach out to none other than, my guy, Hyro The Hero. A stud who is no stranger to Rap/Metal, Hyro’s voice brings such a force that it can’t be overheard. His presence in the video speaks for its self and not mention, I’m a genuine fan. It was truly an experience to put this all together and one I will never forget. My hopes to bring about a new wave to it all and open the eyes of so many musicians and artists to step outside of their comfort zones and write for themselves instead of the trends just like this song had done for me. Enjoy!” Along with the single, Outlier also premiered a video for its new cover. The video for Outlier’s cover of ‘(Rock) Superstar’ finds the trio of Arena, Sen Dog and Hyro The Hero performing both on a sound stage and against natural backdrops as the song plays over the collective visualization. More information on Outlier’s new single and video is available along with all of the band’s latest news at: Website: https://ovtlier.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ovtlier Twitter: https://twitter.com/OvtlierBand Sabaton fans can now enjoy the band’s latest concert recording in the comfort of their homes. The band announced Thursday, the recording, which made its theatrical debut in October 2024 is now streaming through AppleTV, Amazon Prime Video, and YouTube. In other words subscribers to the first two will immediately get access. Everyone else will have to pay through all three streaming services to take in the concert. The concert featured in the recording was captured in 2023 in front of a sold out crowd at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Audiences can stream the concert’s trailer free here. Sabaton released its latest album, Legends, in October 2025 through Better Noise Music, the band’s new label home. To date, the album has produced seven singles: ‘A Tiger Among Dragons,‘ ‘I Emperor,’ ‘Crossing The Rubicon,’ ‘The Duelist,‘ ‘Lightning at the Gates,‘ ‘Hordes of Khan‘ and ‘Templars.’ A global tour in support of Legends is underway now with the band’s next stop scheduled for Feb. 9 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. The tour’s current schedule is noted below. Tickets are available here. Mon 2/9 Fort Lauderdale, FL War Memorial Auditorium Tue 2/10 Tampa, FL Yuengling Center Fri 2/13 Houston, TX 713 Music Hall Sat 2/14 Dallas, TX South Side Ballroom Sun 2/15 San Antonio, TX Boeing Center at Tech Port Wed 2/18 Phoenix, AZ Arizona Financial Theatre Fri 2/20 Los Angeles, CA The Kia Forum Sat 2/21 Wheatland, CA Hard Rock Live Tue 2/24 Salt Lake City, UT The Union Event Center Thu 2/26 Loveland, CO Blue Arena Fri 2/27 Omaha, NE Steelhouse Omaha Sat 2/28 St. Louis, MO The Factory Mon 3/2 Des Moines, IA Vibrant Music Hall Tue 3/3 Minneapolis, MN The Armory Wed 3/4 Chicago, IL The Salt Shed Fri 3/6 Milwaukee, WI Landmark Credit Union Live Sat 3/7 Cincinnati, OH The Andrew J Brady Music Center Sun 3/8 Detroit, MI The Fillmore Detroit Tue 3/10 Pittsburgh, PA UPMC Events Center Wed 3/11 Philadelphia, PA The Met Philadelphia presented by Highmark Thu 3/12 Boston, MA MGM Music Hall at Fenway Sat 3/14 Virginia Beach, VA The Dome Sun 3/15 Washington, DC The Theater at MGM National Harbor Tue 3/17 Greensboro, NC Greensboro Special Events Center Wed 3/18 Atlanta, GA Coca-Cola Roxy Mon 4/6 Halifax, NS. Scotiabank Centre Thu 4/9 Laval, QC. Place Bell Sat 4/11 Toronto, ON. Great Canadian Toronto Tue 4/14 Winnipeg, MB. Burton Cummings Theatre Fri 4/17 Edmonton, AB. Edmonton Convention Centre Sat 4/18 Calgary, AB. Grey Eagle Event Centre Mon 4/20 Vancouver, BC. PNE Forum Sat 6/6 Nürnberg, Germany Rock im Park Sun 6/7 Nürburgring, Germany Rock am Ring Sat 6/13 Nickelsdorf, Austria Nova Rock Sun 7/5 Cartagena, Spain Rock Imperium Festival More information on Sabaton’s new music and tour is available along with all of the band’s latest news at: Website: https://sabaton.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sabaton Twitter: https://twitter.com/sabaton  |
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