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13th March 2026:
Featured Up and Coming Artists:
Denmark’s finest AOR export, Boys From Heaven, are pleased to share their new single and official visualizer, “How Long”, taken from the upcoming third studio album, “The Wanderer”, set for release on May 22, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.
“The Wanderer” marks a significant milestone for Boys From Heaven, as their debut release for Frontiers Music. Known for their unique blend of 80s rock nostalgia and fresh, forward-thinking songwriting, the band continues to carve out their own niche - one that evokes the timeless class of Toto, the smooth sophistication of the L.A. soft rock scene, and their own Scandinavian melodic sensibility.
Acclaimed rock vocalist Robin Beck is proud to announce her new studio album, 'Living Proof,' set for release on May 15, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. Robin celebrates the album's announcement with the release of its title track, which she co-wrote with James Christian and Tommy Denander.
‘Living Proof’ is more than a new album — it is a celebration of artistic longevity, creative renewal, and fearless self-expression. Robin Beck sounds inspired, empowered, and utterly compelling, reaffirming her status as one of the most distinctive and enduring voices in melodic rock.
Londoners Night Thieves just can’t be stopped. The alluring UK alt-metallers continue their swift ascent, armed with hammering riffs, ultra-catchy refrains, and a barrage of killer hooks. The four-piece are set to release their much-anticipated debut album, Metaxis, on Friday 20th March. Ahead of the album’s release, the band unveilled their anthemic new single, 'Home', on Friday 13th March.
Building on the momentum of their 2024 Polarity EP, produced by Grammy-nominated maestro Romesh Dodangoda (Bring Me The Horizon, Nova Twins, Funeral For A Friend), the band once again teamed up with Dodangoda to craft Metaxis. The result is a stunning, sprawling statement that pushes their sound into rousing new territory, positioning them to break through to the next level.
Formed in 2024 as a UK-based studio collective, The SKBs quickly evolved from a one-off recording project into a serious ongoing band built around strong songwriting and seasoned musicianship.
At the core are songwriter Al Sharp, powerhouse vocalist Sara Davey, and Leon Cave (Status Quo) on drums.
Following their debut album Where This Leads Us (April 2025), the band return with a more focused, confident sound for their “difficult second album”, The Next Stop — leaning further into rock and country influences while keeping their melodic backbone firmly intact.
The latest single is ‘Hour Glass’.
You need neither encyclopaedia nor satnav to enjoy the music of Bochum-based guitarist, composer and band mastermind Axel Rudi Pell. Because what applies to most successful musicians also goes for Pell: His songs are marked by his typical, unmistakable signature, a hybrid of powerful guitar riffs and catchy melodies, presented by a brilliant band consisting of American vocalist Johnny Gioeli, former Rainbow drummer Bobby Rondinelli, bassist Volker Krawczak and keyboardist Ferdy Doernberg.
His current studio offering, ‘Ghost Town’, is no exception, Axel Rudi Pell having added another eleven masterpieces to his long list of outstanding songs.
‘Ghost Town’ has been scheduled for release on Steamhammer/Open Distribution on 20 March 2026 and will be available in five different formats (digipak, CD, double LP, box set and digital download).
Skindred:
Welsh ragga metal legends Skindred have released their brand-new single ‘Can I Get A’, With a jaunty electro-honky-tonk intro leading straight into a infectiously singalong pop chorus, complete with “woop-woops”, ‘Can I Get A’ is an inspiring song of resilience and defiance, with playful sonic nods to the ‘80s, including a Phil Collins-style drum break and a soaring gospel backing vocal.
Long-revered as one of the best live bands on the planet, they played their largest headline show to date at Wembley Arena and toured the world, smashing every festival and headline performance and winning tens of thousands of new fans in the process. Those new fans will join Skindred’s long-established rabid fanbase in lapping up every note and lyric of You Got This.
Gig and Festival Announcements:
Hammerdown Festival 2026 lineup announced:
Celebrate music like never before at Hammerdown Festival, one of the premier rock and metal events in the South East. From 24th to 26th July 2026, The Factory Live transforms into a haven for music lovers, featuring 25 incredible bands over 3 days.
With artists including; FM, Acid Reign, King Kraken, Praying Mantis, Black Lakes, Fort Hope, A New Tomorrow, Trojan, Stone Angels, Those Made Broken, Crooked Shapes, Buried In Bermuda, Night Thieves and more!
Tickets and information can be found HERE.
Black Stone Cherry to head to the UK for Autumn 2026 tour:
Fresh from releasing their latest EP Celebrate, the Kentucky rockers Black Stone Cherry be heading out on an extensive UK tour of celebrating 20 years of their debut album, culminating with two special shows in London.
Tue 20th Oct - NOTTINGHAM Rock City
Wed 21st Oct - MARGATE Dreamland
Fri 23rd Oct - NORWICH UEA
Sat 24th Oct - MANCHESTER Academy
Mon 26th Oct - DUBLIN Academy
Tue 27th Oct - CORK Cypress Avenue
Thu 29th Oct - BELFAST Limelight 1
Fri 30th Oct - EDINBURGH Corn Exchange
Sun 1st Nov - ABERDEEN Music Hall
Tue 3rd Nov - NEWCASTLE Boiler Shop
Thu 5th Nov - WOLVERHAMPTON KK’s Steelmill
Sat 7th Nov - CARDIFF Great Hall
Sun 8th Nov - TORQUAY Arena
Tue 10th Nov - FROME Cheese & Grain
Thu 12th Nov - LONDON O2 Forum Kentish Town
Fri 13th Nov - LONDON O2 Forum Kentish Town