Izzy Bizu is a 22-year-old singer/songwriter from South West London, born to an Ethiopian Mother and English Father. She grew up listening to Ella Fitzgerald, Betty Swan, Betty Wright, and James Brown and draws on these influences alongside newer influences such as Amy Winehouse and Adele, to create a fusion of …

Rainbow was worth the wait. That’s the consensus about Kesha‘s first album since 2012, out today on Kemosabe Records/RCA Records. In a four-star review, Rolling Stone calls Rainbow “the best music of her career,” while Entertainment Weekly gives the album an A- and proclaims it “an artistic triumph.” Order and download …

Today, Highly Suspect are announcing another string of US headlining tour dates this October/November. Touring through major markets, the band are playing headline shows as well as making an appearance at Spaceland Block Party, Aftershock Festival and more. The band are also heading to Europe for a handful of festival appearance and headlining …

Watford’s Gold Key kickstart a new chapter today, unveiling new single Creep In Slowly following its worldwide premiere on BBC Radio 1 Rock Show at the weekend. Showcasing dark, ethereal soundscapes, haunting vocals and hammering pulse, the track is telling of things to come from from forthcoming debut album Hello Phantom due 6th October on Venn Records, which …

After much reflection, soul-searching and an abundance of fanfare, singer-songwriter Casey Bolles will make his return this year with a new project called Gardenhead. Today, he’s partnered with NewNoiseMagazine.com to debut his first single, “Underwater,” under the new moniker. Fans can stream the track on Spotify starting August 4th. Gardenhead – Underwater “I’m starting Gardenhead …

This October, the legend of the Jersey Devil comes to life with the debut of SCARED IN JERSEY, the Northeast’s premier Halloween event, taking place every Thursday through Sunday throughout the month, plus Halloween night, at the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ (dates listed below). The multi-attraction event, presented by Live Nation, is the brainchild of industry veterans Artist …

Dropkick Murphys launched their nationwide From Boston To Berkeley Tour with co-headliners Rancid last week in Bangor, Maine, and shows are selling out across the country.The month-long trek marks the first time the bands have toured together after a long and important history together. Each night culminates with a unique joint encore featuring Dropkick Murphys and Rancid sharing the …

HUNDRED SUNS – the trio featuring Cory Brandan (Norma Jean), Ryan Leger (Every Time I Die) and Chris LeMasters (Dead & Divine)— have teamed up with Metal Hammer to give fans a sneak preview of debut album The Prestaliis (New Damage Records) ahead of its August 11th release date – click HERE to listen. The special album preview follows last week’s release of the …

CKY (Chad I Ginsburg, Jess Margera and Matt Deis) have announced their participation as main support for HIM on their Farewell Tour this fall. The band just wrapped up dates on the 2017 Vans Warped Tour, their first time on the tour since  2010. Last month CKY released the music video for “Replaceable” exclusively via LOUDWIRE. Directed by Produced/Directed …

Metalcore’s hottest band, I Prevail have announced a lengthy North American tour for this coming fall. The Michigan four piece who first gained popularity behind their YouTube cover of Taylor Swift’s “Blank Space” – have quickly grown into one of the most popular bands in the genre. So much so, …

Shaman’s Harvest and Mascot Label Group celebrate a #1 debut on Billboard’s “Heatseekers” chart this week, while the lead single “The Come Up” has entered the Top 30 at Active Rock radio. As the band continued to tour North America as support with Nickelback, while also staging headline appearances, their …

Chicago Open Air is a 3 day festival held in Bridgeview, IL. The festival kicked off on July 14th and rocked on through the 16th. Check out our gallery of a few of the artists there below. Photos: Kris Fuentes Cortes Dillinger Escape Plan: Meshuggah: KYNG:   BEHEMOTH:   Slayer: