LINKS & NEWS
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5th December 2025:
Featured Up and Coming Artists:
Rock sensation The Gems return with their second album Year Of The Snake, out on March 13, 2026. The Swedish trio solidifies their position as a strong player in modern hard rock. Their very first single, “Like A Phoenix”, instantly hit #2 on the German Rock Radio Airplay Charts and they impressed both fans and critics with their debut record Phoenix (2024). With one album under their belt, and numerous electrifying live shows, The Gems quickly established what Year Of The Snake now effortlessly proves: this is the future of rock!
The latest single is ‘Hot Bait’.
Hotly-tipped UK rocker Dan Byrne announces his signing with Frontiers, and reveals news of his debut record, This Is Where the Show Begins, which will be released 22nd May.
In just two years Dan has toured the UK three times, delivered standout performances at multiple festivals and found overwhelming support from Planet Rock - the UK’s leading rock station - where his first four singles amassed an impressive 25 weeks on the playlist. With that foundation firmly in place, Byrne now turns his focus to the release of his long-awaited debut solo album, marking the next powerful step in his evolution as an artist.
UK rockers Midnite City have unleashed their new album called Bite The Bullet, released on November 21, 2025, via Pride & Joy Music. It's their fifth album, praised for delivering authentic, hook-laden '80s hair metal with catchy party rock, power ballads, and glam anthems, mixed by Chris Laney. The album is described as their strongest yet, perfect for loud listening, and is supported by a 2025/2026 tour.
Modern UK rock band with a retro infused vibe AK & The Red Kites are thrilled to release the brand new spiky riffed, soaring vocal and uplifting new single ‘We Belong’ out now on all good digital platforms.
2025 has seen them play a plethora of shows to rave reviews including Biker Days Basel Switzerland. Andrew has also joined and recently toured as the new frontman with The Dust Coda. So its been a busy year for the former Trident Waters man.
Parker Barrow are led by husband-and-wife duo Megan Kane (lead vocals) and Dylan Turner (drums). The name of the band is a homage to Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow- the infamous American bank robbers during the early 1930’s Great Depression.
A chance encounter in 2019 paired-up Megan and Dylan, who was hunting for a new singer. Two weeks later, they were on the road together, driven by one goal: making their musical dreams a reality. In 2023 Parker Barrow expanded with the full-time inclusion of guitarist and musical director Alex Bender. Dylan lays down a heavy groove while Megan’s soulful vocals soar high above. Alex’s inventive riffs and fiery playing pull it all together, creating Parker Barrow’s signature sound.
Tailgunner unleash their second album, Midnight Blitz, out February 6, 2026 via Napalm Records. Produced by metal legend K. K. Downing, their sophomore work draws heavily from classic British Heavy Metal, but just like those influences, the band are determined to push forward. Tailgunner are not just worshipping at the altar, but are determined to stand upon it and be the Metal Gods of a whole new generation of headbangers. The first single, the powerful title track, “Midnight Blitz”, stands as harbinger of the onslaught with blitzkrieg drums and screaming twin lead guitars.
Swedish rising hard rock force Wasted Wizards return with their brand-new single and music video “To the City”, a track that pushes their sound to the next level and cements them as one of the most exciting young bands in today’s Hard & Heavy scene.
Wasted Wizards just stepped off stage after opening for Eclipse on their Swedish tour, earning praise for their energy, precision, and undeniable stage presence. With momentum building fast, the band is now sharpening their blades for their own headline shows in Sweden, and they are already booked for festivals in both Sweden and the UK in 2026, a clear sign that their name is beginning to spread far beyond the underground.
Even though the band is fully immersed in the writing of their debut album, they didn’t want to keep fans waiting. So here it is: “To the City”, loud and unapologetic, accompanied by a brand-new music video that captures their attitude, personality, and yes, their unmistakable good looks.
Welsh ragga metal legends Skindred have today released their brand-new single ‘You Got This’, accompanied by a brilliantly entertaining video.
The title track of their forthcoming ninth album, which has just been announced with a release date of April 17th via the legendary Earache Records, ‘You Got This’ is an instant Skindred classic, with Mikey Demus’s wrecking ball riffs bouncing through your head, as drummer Arya Goggin detonates a characteristically full-throttle rhythm. Meanwhile inimitable frontman Benji Webbe lurches between uncompromising toasting and delivering hooks like a heavyweight champion.
'Down For The Count' is the knockout new single from Australia’s hottest Hard Rock band Avalanche that will hit ya like a haymaker! Fresh off announcing they’ll be supporting rock royalty Airbourne on tour across Europe and the UK and leading into their debut album release on Feb 13 – husband and wife hard rock powerhouse Avalanche bring you a song for the fighters.
2026 Tour Dates with AIRBOURNE on the GUTSY European Tour:
FEB 14 Germany, Hamburg, Georg Elser Halle
FEB 16 Netherlands, Utrecht, TivoliVrendenburg?
FEB 17 Luxembourg, Luxexpo
FEB 20 Germany, Cologne, Palladium
FEB 21 France, Paris, Zenith
FEB 24 UK, Birmingham, O2 Academy
FEB 25 UK, Manchester, Academy
FEB 28 UK, London, Roundhouse
MAR 2 UK, Norwich, UEA
MAR 3 UK, Southampton, Guildhall
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Bush added to the line-up for Blackbird Festival 2026:
London rockers Bush with join festival headliners Alter Bridge, alongside Skindred, Florence Black and Cardinal Black for the first Blackbird Festival. Taking place in the grounds of Cardiff Castle on Saturday 27th June 2026,
Further information can be found here: https://www.blackbirdfest.com