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November 26, 2024

Stoney’s Rockin’ Country is THE NFR after-party headquarters and more this December

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 26, 2024

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LIVE MUSIC AND NFR MAKE DECEMBER THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR
AT STONEY’S ROCKIN’ COUNTRY

WHAT: NFR is back, and Stoney’s Rockin’ Country is the place to be to keep the party going! All month long, Stoney’s is giving the gift of incredible live music from some of today’s hottest country artists!

Throughout NFR, enjoy samplings of Crown Royal and Casamigos, as well as specials on Crown Royal and Casamigos cocktails and shots. Additionally, depending on availability, catch the professional Crown Royal Riders for a chance to meet them, grab a photo, and an autograph.

Hop on the mechanical bull or take a spin line dancing! Stoney’s has you covered with free line dance lessons Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Visit https://stoneysrockincountry.com/dance-lessons/ for details.

WHERE: Stoney’s Rockin’ Country
6611 Las Vegas Blvd. So., Unit 160, at Town Square

WHEN:            Thursday, Dec. 5       Ricochet and Bikini Bull Riding Ladies’ Night with Pendleton^® Whisky
Friday, Dec. 6            Alexis Wilkins
Saturday, Dec. 7        Abby Anderson, and Purple Bag Project to benefit the USO
Sunday, Dec. 8          Randall King’s Tonk Vegas
Friday, Dec. 13          Jade Eagleson
Saturday, Dec. 14      Gunnar Latham
Friday, Dec. 20          The Kruse Brothers
Friday, Dec. 27          Matt Farris

TICKETS: Advance tickets are on sale now at Live Music – Stoney’s Rockin’ Country – Where Country LIVES in Las Vegas. Shows are open to 18+ and doors open at 7 p.m.

ABOUT RICOCHET

In 1996 the members of country super group Ricochet watched their debut single, “What Do I Know,” rise to the Top 5 earning the band the honor of the highest charting debut single of the year. The follow up single release, “Daddy’s Money”, became an immediate across the board hit, rising to #1 on the Radio & Records Country Singles Chart, the Gavin Country Singles Chart and the Billboard Country Singles Chart (where it stayed #1 for two consecutive weeks). The band’s distinctive musical style and intricate harmonies earned them recognition as one of the most popular vocal groups in country music, a mantle they still wear today.

Now, more than fifteen years later, “The Hardest Working Band In Country Music” is still going strong. The band continues to create great country music, sung with the distinctive harmonies that are their hallmark. They log thousands of miles on the road each year thrilling audiences of all ages across the United States and abroad.

ABOUT BIKINI BULL RIDING LADIES’ NIGHT

On the first Thursday of every month, Bikini Bull Riding Ladies’ Night features $2 drinks for ladies. All bull riding participants receive a free bikini from Pendleton^® Whisky and the Pendleton Posse, and ladies can compete for $1,000 in cash prizes. DJ Manda will teach line dance lessons, and DJ all night long.

ABOUT ALEXIS WILKINS

Alexis Wilkins speaks the truth and owns who she is with her unapologetic storytelling, cowboy-like leaning, and definitive pull from her past. She honors country tradition while adding relevance and current commentary. Arkansas-bred and Nashville-based singer, songwriter, and artist, Wilkins made an impact with her debut with over 1,000,000 streams across platforms and earning the endorsement of CMT, American Songwriter, Today in Nashville, and more. Her EP “GRIT” debuted at #4 on the iTunes chart and her single “Country Back” at #2. Alexis has made friends with fans while opening for Lee Greenwood, Aaron Lewis, Chris Young, Joe Nichols, Sara Evans, Parmalee and more on the road, and continues to look to the future while drawing from the past.

“Country music is here to stay” she says of the changing tides, the ebbs and flows of Nashville’s popularity shuffle, and disregard for temporary trend patterns. “I want people to hear truthful songs. These are real moments in my life and vignettes in time, and country music has always been the truth.”

Fast forward, her advocacy of Veterans and Veteran causes is most important to her, working with organizations such as Warrior Rounds, Operation Standdown, Soldier’s Child, and singing in the hospital with Musicians On Call and was selected for the honor of singing at memorial services for the VA. She pioneered the first live virtual performance program for Veteran patients and produced and delivered a nationwide 4th of July presentation to the VA hospitals via closed-circuit TV. She says of her work with Warrior Rounds that her retreat days, writing with Veterans, “are her favorite writing sessions.”

Moving at a young age from Switzerland and England to Arkansas and Tennessee, Alexis was active in the Nashville writing community, writing for herself and others, and putting in the time honoring her craft. While working a full-time schedule, she also attended Belmont University, majoring in Business and Political Science, and graduating with honors such as The Williams-Murray Writing Award, Economic Critical Thinking Award, and having been selected to be on the Ethics Debate Team.

When Alexis isn’t in the studio or on the road, she’s handing out with her family and dog, reading or collecting old books, writing articles, or working on her 1989 F-150 Lariat.

ABOUT ABBY ANDERSON

Blending new age tones and personal, heart-felt storytelling with catchy, overarching pop melodies, Abby Anderson’s authentic and genre-bending country sound is one that was developed long before her move to Nashville at the age of 17. Quickly hitting the Nashville grind, Abby’s hard work paid off in 2017 when she signed her first record deal. Over the next two years Abby was recognized by Pandora as a “Country Artist to Watch” and was named on both the “CMT 18 for 2018” and “Next Women of Country Class” alongside Ashley McBryde. Shortly after, she released her debut EP, I’M GOOD. With that, her career had taken off, and Anderson has accrued over 100 million streams since.

In 2019, she was recognized as a member of the Music Row Magazine’s “Next Big Thing”, Sounds Like Nashville’s list of “Country Artists to Watch” and “Bobby Bones Show Class Of 2019”. In 2020, Abby’s European tour was cut short due to Covid. Abby spent this time forming a relationship with Executive Producer Marshall Altman. Abby began a new journey working on a record, “Sugar Spice” that was released in 2022 and heard by millions. The record resulted in Abby signing a new record deal with Walk Off Entertainment with distribution from Virgin Music Group.

Abby’s recent intimate project, “First to Hit the Road”, offers a glimpse into her upbringing. The release struck a chord across social media, with the viral sensation “Heart on Fire in Mexico”, garnering a staggering 30 million impressions and 4.5 million streams. Having shared stages with Stevie Nicks, Rob Thomas, Brett Eldredge, Chase Rice, and more, Abby has played the Grand Ole Opry fifteen times. Yet, she believes she’s just scratching the surface of her musical journey.

ABOUT THE PURPLE BAG PROJECT BENEFITTING USO

Sponsored by Crown Royal, guests can pack the spirit’s signature purple bags with a handwritten note to military members. All items are provided. Donations of other items are not accepted. For more information about the initiative, visit https://pack.crownroyal.com/.

ABOUT RANDALL KING’S “TONK VEGAS” featuring Randall King, Drake Milligan, Kylie Frey, Jenna Paulette, Brittany Warthan, Wynn Williams, Clay Hollis, Tyler Halverson and other special guests

Randall King brings his highly anticipated annual “Tonk Vegas” to Las Vegas during the National Finals Rodeo (NFR) for an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and honky-tonk tradition. Featuring three rounds of top-tier country artists in an intimate “song swap” style show, this event showcases the raw talent and camaraderie that makes country music so special. Watch as Randall and some of the genre’s best songwriters and performers trade songs, share stories, and create a one-of-a-kind atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else in Vegas. Whether you’re a rodeo fan or just love authentic country music, “Tonk Vegas” promises to be a highlight of the NFR week. Expect killer performances, cold drinks, and a honky-tonk vibe that’ll have you dancing all night long!

ABOUT JADE EAGLESON

At just 30 years of age, Jade Eagleson has made quite the mark on the international country music scene. Boasting 335M+ global streams and 130M+ views on YouTube since the debut of his self-titled album (2020), which holds four GOLD-certified and two PLATINUM-certified singles (“Got Your Name On It,” “Count the Ways”), as well as the title of most globally streamed debut album by an internationally-signed country artist in history, Jade has also landed five #1s at Canadian Country Radio (“Lucky,” “All Night To Figure It Out,” “More Drinkin’ Than Fishin’” feat. Dean Brody, “She Don’t Know,” “Telluride”), three GOLD and one PLATINUM-certified track (“She Don’t Know”) from his sophomore album as well as another two GOLD-certified tracks and one PLATINUM-certified track on his third album Do It Anyway.

Since day one Jade has had his sights firmly set on re-establishing neo-traditional country’s place at the top of the charts and hasn’t stopped working toward this goal ever since. In 2017, Jade decided to step away from some of his duties on the family farm to pursue a long-time dream as a country music artist. With the release of his debut single “Got Your Name On It” (2018), Jade was featured as a YouTube Trending ‘Artist On The Rise’ and appeared on the website’s homepage, marking the first time a Canadian-signed artist in any genre has received such an honor. Today, the music video for “Got Your Name On It” has over 96 million views (and counting) and became the first debut single by a Canadian artist to go Platinum.

These last few years have been unmatched for the Ontario native. Jade kicked off 2024 with his third JUNO nomination for Country Album of the Year and just recently won Album of the Year at the 2024 CCMA Awards, after being named the 2023 CCMA Awards Entertainer of the Year and Male Artist of the Year. Jade’s third studio album, Do It Anyway and single by the same name ft. Jake Worthington are available everywhere now.

ABOUT GUNNAR LATHAM

Gunnar Latham was born into a church-going and country music-loving family in San Marcos, Texas. Growing up around horses and cattle most of his life, Gunnar’s first love was rodeo. He participated in steer wrestling, team roping, and tie-down in high school, college, and even professionally. Gunnar also discovered a passion for performing and singing at an early age. First in his father’s church, then around the horse trailers after rodeos, and eventually in the honky-tonks of central Texas.

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With eyes on a rodeo dream and a heart full of music, Gunnar eventually found himself stuck between the two, and in late 2019, Gunnar decided to go all in on a music career. He dedicated himself to honing his skills as a writer and performer. His work has been paying off with a growing Texas fan base, the signing of his first publishing deal with Major Bob Music, a deal with Bob Doyle & Associates, and booking by Chad Kudelka of CAA. The future looks bright for this Texas cowboy.

ABOUT THE KRUSE BROTHERS

During a time when the popular choice is to chase the double yellow line down the road to country radio, fresh to the table, The Kruse Brothers want to earn their seat at the country music table, but not by chasing the status quo. The Arizona-raised five-piece is a fusion of Country, Americana, and folk-rock stacked on a blues foundation.

Brothers, Chandler and Miles, the band’s core, take turns as lead vocalists, creating a dynamic duo with a diverse sound ready for an expansive audience. The band’s debut single, ‘Good As Gone’, is the anthem track and best sneak peek into the band’s signature sound: “This single is one of our favorite songs on the upcoming EP…” Chandler says, “… It’s a rock-n-roll country song; it’s upbeat, (it’s) loud, (it’s) crazy, I am really excited for everyone to hear it…”

ABOUT MATT FARRIS

A true entertainer showcasing high-energy, passion, and artistic integrity, Matt Farris is diligent in his career while giving back all the love he receives from his audience – creating a connection with his fans unlike any other. Never complacent, the Billboard charting artist embraces the roots of country music while integrating influences from other genres such as pop and rock. Showing himself as a force to be reckoned with, Matt Farris teamed up with Laminate Entertainment to create his greatest work yet – Keepin’ It Real.

ABOUT STONEY’S ROCKIN’ COUNTRY

The award-winning, world famous Stoney’s Rockin’ Country is Las Vegas’ premiere destination for locals and tourists who are looking for a boot stomping good ole time with line dancing, mechanical bull riding, beer pong, pool tables, and more. Located at Town Square, Stoney’s Rockin’ Country is a 19,000 square foot high-energy nightclub that features a 2,000 square foot dance floor and 570 square foot stage for dancing and performances, along with a state-of-the-art sound system, live bands, and DJs. Open Thursday through Saturday, Stoney’s Rockin’ Country offers special promotions including the World-Famous Ladies Night on Thursdays where ladies drink for just $2 and live music from the latest and greatest in country music every Friday. Doors open at 7 p.m. and line-dancing lessons begin at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call (702) 435-2855 or go to stoneysrockincountry.com. Find Stoney’s Rockin’ Country on Facebook, Twitter @StoneysLV, and Instagram @stoneysrockincountry.

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November 22, 2024

Kick up your boots at Stoney’s North Forty in December

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 22, 2024

KICK UP YOUR BOOTS AT STONEY’S NORTH FORTY THIS DECEMBER

WHAT: Stoney’s North Forty inside Santa Fe Station offers live country music on Thursdays, and every Wednesday is Ladies Night with DJ Manda, where ladies drink for $2 and dance lessons start at 7:30 p.m.

Hop on the mechanical bull or take a spin on the dance floor below the mirrored armadillo! Stoney’s has you covered with free two step and line dance lessons Tuesdays through Saturdays. This month, Stoney’s North Forty welcomes special guest dance instructor Brianna Spizzuco giving lessons on Dec. 12, Dec. 19, and Dec. 26. Visit https://stoneysnorthforty.com/dance-lesson/ for times and details.

WHERE: Stoney’s North Forty inside Santa Fe Station

4949 N. Rancho Drive

WHEN:                 Wed., Dec. 4                    Bikini Bull Riding Ladies Night with Pendleton® Whisky
Thurs., Dec. 5                   Casey Chesnutt
Tues., Dec. 31                   New Year’s Eve with Presley Tennant

TICKETS: Advance tickets for live entertainment start at just $5 ($10 at the door) and are available at https://stoneysnorthforty.com/.
For New Year’s Eve with Presley Tennant, $20 Presale GA Tickets are available now. All tickets include one complimentary glass of Bubbly per person.

ABOUT BIKINI BULL RIDING LADIES NIGHT

On the first Wednesday of every month, Bikini Bull Riding Ladies Night features $2 drinks for ladies. All bull riding participants receive a free bikini from Pendleton® Whisky and the Pendleton Posse, and ladies can compete for $1,000 in cash prizes.

ABOUT CASEY CHESNUTT

Casey has been doing music for more than 10 years. In high school, he played gigs at night and ran to class the following morning. He saw local success but put it on hold after enlisting in the Marines where he served five years as an Infantry Rifleman and went on his final deployment with Alpha Company, First Battalion, Second Marines. From there, he hit the same bars doing the same thing. Eventually, his daughter Annie was born. He then felt the need to release his own music but was shy with writing. He released the “Down Mexico Way” album with his first hit single, “Even Texas Couldn’t Hold Her,” which hit number 9 on the Texas Charts. Afterwards, he became more confident and started writing music more in line with his true self. Eventually, he found his way up on the legendary Billy Bob’s stage with his dad (Mark Chesnutt) in the beginning of 2023. He then secured a residency at the Hard Rock Casino in Tulsa the following month. After all that, he put together a personal album that he loves called “Tryin’ Out.”

ABOUT PRESLEY TENNANT

Radiant and fearless, Presley Tennant is the result of unequivocal talent and California ease. Dubbed a “vocal powerhouse” by Taste of Country, People Magazine states Presley is “quickly proving that she is a wild card in the country music industry.”

With a passion for music rooted in the classics, the Horsetown, USA (aka Norco, CA) native immersed herself in Country Music following her national appearance on The Voice at just 16 years old. Determined to make her own way in the industry, Tennant teamed up with some of the industry’s top creatives to produce her own version of California-Country, melding together western lifestyle, her unparalleled powerhouse vocals, traditional roots, and a modern energy.

Filled with uncompromising integrity, the ‘it’ factor and a dream, it’s no surprise Presley has shared the stage with musical heroes Tim McGraw, Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, Carly Pearce, Blake Shelton, Cole Swindell and more. Not only is she immensely talented, but she also has a heart of gold, donating her time to animal organizations through her Riffs & Rescues virtual charity tour, where she performs live and raises awareness and funds for various animal initiatives.

ABOUT STONEY’S NORTH FORTY

From the creators of the award-winning, world famous Stoney’s Rockin’ Country, Stoney’s North Forty is a premiere destination for locals and tourists 21 and over who are looking for a boot stomping good ole time with line dancing, mechanical bull riding, beer pong, pool tables, and more. Located inside Santa Fe Station, and open Tuesday through Sunday, Stoney’s North Forty offers special promotions including Ladies Night on Wednesdays where ladies can enjoy $2 wine, well cocktails, and draft beer, Happy Hour from 6 – 7 p.m., and live music from a variety of artists. Doors open at 6 p.m. and there are free line-dancing lessons Tuesdays through Saturdays. Starting September 2024, catch all the college and pro football action on the patio, “The Forty Yard Line,” every Saturday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. All active and retired military, teachers, nurses, and first responders with valid ID receive their first drink free. For more information, visit stoneysnorthforty.com. For all the latest news and a live entertainment schedule, follow on Facebook @stoneysnf and Instagram @stoneysnorthforty.

ABOUT SANTA FE STATION

Santa Fe Station is a top entertainment destination in northwest Las Vegas with a 60-lane bowling center, 16-screen multiplex movie theater, premier state-of-the-art sportsbook, and more than 2,000 slot and video poker machines. The property also boasts more than 14,000 square feet of meeting space and 200 hotel rooms and offers guests a variety of dining choices. Santa Fe is in the midst of a property refresh with the arrival of Stoney’s North Forty, Stallone’s Italian Eatery, Nielsen’s Frozen Custard, and an all-new Poker room. The property will add a new High Limit Room this fall. For more information, visit www.santafestation.com or follow us on social media at @santafestationlv.

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November 22, 2024

CROSSBONE SKULLY Unleashes Debut Album Executive Produced by Mutt Lange; Sell Out Viper Room Two Nights In A Row

DT: NOVEMBER 22, 2024

FM: KELLY WALSH, MITCH SCHNEIDER / SRO PR

CROSSBONE SKULLY
UNLEASHES DEBUT ALBUM
‘EVIL WORLD MACHINE’
RATED 9/10 BY CLASSIC ROCK MAGAZINE

EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY MUTT LANGE
TODAY, NOVEMBER 22, VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC
STREAM/DOWNLOAD HERE

ROCK OUTFIT SHARE MUSIC VIDEO FOR
“LET’S BUST THE TRUST”
AFTER HITTING THE STAGE FOR
SECOND NIGHT OF
SOLD-OUT RELEASE SHOWS AT THE VIPER ROOM
IN WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
WATCH HERE

LED BY TOMMY HENRIKSEN (ALICE COOPER, HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES),
ALBUM INCLUDES STAR-STUDDED LIST OF GUEST APPEARANCES FROM ROCK ICONS

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Los Angeles: CROSSBONE SKULLY have today (November 22) unleashed their debut album EVIL WORLD MACHINE which brought the legendary Mutt Lange (AC/DC, Def Leppard) out of retirement to executive produce the project. Released by Better Noise Music, the rock concept album echoes similar dystopian visions such as David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars and Diamond Dogs and its story will be expanded in a forthcoming graphic novel and animated film, Thing #1, due in 2025.

EVIL WORLD MACHINE was praised via Classic Rock, who gave it a 9/10 rating, saying “Mutt lives!…Mutt’s sonic fingerprints are all over the album… an AC/Lep-inspired mongrel … There’s also plenty of Def Leppard and even Whitesnake in Crossbone Skully’s DNA”.

Watch the newly released music video for the album’s power-seizing track “Let’s Bust The Trust” streaming below or via YouTube HERE. “‘Let’s Bust The Trust’ spits in the face of a broken currency, torching the lies of the elite, and screaming for a world where people over profit hold the power to turn it all around! Lives Over Loot!” says frontman Tommy Henriksen.

“I’ve based this album on my heroes – AC/DC, Queen, The Who, but also The Cars and Kraftwerk,” Henriksen continues “Mutt called and told me he thought there was something there. I started crying like a baby, it was like Jesus coming back and anointing you!” he says. “Mutt has taken these songs to a whole other level. Now I don’t mind what else happens with this record.”

Led and conceptualized by Henriksen (guitarist and musical director for Alice Cooper’s band and member of Hollywood Vampires), CROSSBONE SKULLY enlisted a sterling group of supporting musicians for EVIL WORLD MACHINE including guitarist Tommy Denander, keyboardist Jamie Muhoberac (My Chemical Romance, John Mayer, Seal), bassist Chris Wyse (Hollywood Vampires, Ace Frehley, The Cult, Ozzy Osbourne), drummer Glen Sobel (Alice Cooper, Hollywood Vampires), the late UFO bassist Pete Way, mixer Olle Romo (Muse, Bryan Adams) and producer/mixer Mike Plotnikoff (AC/DC, Aerosmith). Also lighting up the album are guest features and spoken word appearances by A-list actor/musician and fellow Hollywood Vampires bandmate Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper, Phil Collen (Def Leppard), Nikki Sixx (Mötley Crüe), Joe Perry (Aerosmith), Kane Roberts, and more.

“The seasoned classic rock listener will get an impeccably written, at times instrumentally dramatic, timeless album. The tracks are additionally tied into a concept story, with the main character clearly inspired by ‘Mutt’ Lange’s AC/DC and Def Leppard past.”
– Classic Rock (German Edition)

CROSSBONE SKULLY made their debut live performance on November 20, with a sold-out show at the Viper Room in West Hollywood, CA and appeared again last night, November 22 for a second sold out performance. Henriksen’s live band is rounded out by Wyse on bass, guitarists Sam Bam Koltun (Dorothy, Faster Pussycat) and Anna Cara, and drummer Alex Boch.

Here’s what critics have been saying about EVIL WORLD MACHINE:

“The album delivers a larger-than-life Rock-n-Roll production that harks back to the days of Def Leppard’s 1983 classic ‘Pyromania’…If you enjoy ‘80s Def Leppard, AC/DC, and thickly dramatic Hard Rock, you will love Crossbone Skully. 5 out of 5 stars.”
– Cryptic Rock (USA)

“‘Evil World Machine’ is the gap in every record collection that you didn’t even know you had. Definitely give it a listen!” (6.5/7)
– METAL HAMMER (Germany)

“‘Everyone’s On Dope’ is a medical miracle, somehow combining both eras of AC/DC into one glorious thudding package”
– Classic Rock (UK)

“An album that genuinely and authentically reflects Tommy’s rock soul, offering the listener a modern and captivating version of the Crossbone Skully world.”
– Hammerworld Magazine (Hungary)

“‘Evil World Machine’ is an album that radiates rock ‘n’ roll, filled with passion and great determination, positioning itself among the best releases of the year in the genre.”
– La Heavy Magazine (Spain)

EVIL WORLD MACHINE is available now on CD, vinyl and various merch bundle options at https://crossboneskully.ffm.to/ewmalbum.

Watch a trailer for EVIL WORLD MACHINE via The NOISE Presents HERE.

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(L-R: Alex Boch, Chris Wyse, Tommy Henriksen, Anna Cara, Sam Bam Koltun)
Credit: Kim Moran

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ABOUT BETTER NOISE MUSIC
BETTER NOISE MUSIC is the premiere independent music label under BETTER NOISE ENTERTAINMENT, a content creation, and marketing company that produces music, books, films, documentaries, TV shows, theatrical productions, and tours. Better Noise Music founded in 2006 by music industry veteran and independent pioneer Allen Kovac, focuses on artist development and has grown into a music industry independent powerhouse, with a roster including Five Finger Death Punch, Asking Alexandria, Bad Wolves, Dirty Heads, Nothing More, The HU, From Ashes To New, Cory Marks, and Fire From The Gods. Partnering with FUGA, AMPED, and Membran, the company operates a global marketing and distribution platform with offices in New York, Los Angeles, London, Berlin, Toronto, and Sydney. The label was named Billboard’s #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Label and #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Imprint of 2022. The label has made history by ranking as the #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Imprint for five years in a row (2018-2022).

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November 22, 2024

NOTHING MORE Score Third #1 Rock Single; Release 10-Year Anniversary Edition of Self-Titled Album

DT: NOVEMBER 22, 2024

FM: KELLY WALSH, MITCH SCHNEIDER / SRO PR

NOTHING MORE
SCORE THIRD #1 ROCK SINGLE
“ANGEL SONG (FEAT. DAVID DRAIMAN OF DISTURBED)”
AMIDST RELEASE OF
10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF SELF-TITLED ALBUM
VIA ENDURANCE MUSIC GROUP AND BETTER NOISE MUSIC;
AVAILABLE TODAY (11/22) ON CD, VINYL & DIGITAL DOWNLOAD HERE

ANNIVERSARY FEATURES NEW VERSION OF
#2 CHARTING ROCK RADIO SINGLE
“THIS IS THE TIME”
REMIXED BY FRONTMAN JONNY HAWKINS

3X Grammy-nominated and Gold-certified rock powerhouse NOTHING MORE have landed their third #1 Mainstream Rock single this week with the empowering “ANGEL SONG” featuring David Draiman of multi-platinum hard rock outfit Disturbed. This marks NOTHING MORE’s second #1 single from their latest album CARNAL via Better Noise Music following the emotionally charged “IF IT DOESN’T HURT” which held the top spot in June.

NOTHING MORE are celebrating an additional milestone today, November 22, with the release of their acclaimed self-titled album’s NOTHING MORE – 10TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION via Endurance Music Group and Better Noise Music. The anniversary edition includes the original album’s track listing along with new acoustic renditions and remixed versions of the album’s top tracks along with a remix from frontman Jonny Hawkins of their #1-charting rock radio single “This Is The Time.”

NOTHING MORE – 10TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION is available now with refreshed packaging and artwork on CD, 2LP (translucent orange variant) along with throwback merch in the bands official store HERE, and streaming and digital downloads HERE.

NOTHING MORE – NOTHING MORE Album Cover Art (Download HERE)

Originally released on June 24, 2014 via Eleven Seven Music, now Better Noise Music, NOTHING MORE “raised the bar for modern hard rock” (Cryptic Rock) with its soaring vocal melodies, meticulous atypical rhythmic stctures and huge anthemic choruses. The album debuted at #33 on Billboard’s Top 200 charts while landing at #3 on US Hard Rock Albums, #8 on US Independent Albums, #11 on US Rock Albums, and #19 on US Digital Albums. It included three Top 5 singles—“This Is The Time (Ballast)” (#2), “Here’s To The Heartache” (#4) and “Jenny” (#3)—and the Top 20 single “Mr. MTV” (#12). To date its received 323.9 million global streams and its music videos have amassed over 96.7 million views combined.

The San Antonio, TX-formed band—Jonny Hawkins (vocals), Mark Vollelunga (guitar), Daniel Oliver (bass), and Ben Anderson (drums)—released their latest album CARNAL in June via Better Noise Music. Labeled as “a standout” by Blabbermouth, who described the song as “reminiscent of the vibe from ‘Down with the Sickness.’” NOTHING MORE will join Disturbed in February 2025 on the second leg of Disturbed’s “The Sickness 25^th Anniversary Tour” alongside Daughtry following a headlining appearance on Shiprocked 2025 in January. Find tickets and see all upcoming tour dates at https://nothingmore.net.

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THEN

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NOW
NOTHING MORE
“Then: Picture – Download HERE (Credit: Jody Domingue)
“Now” Picture – Download HERE (Credit: Travis Shinn)
“Now” / Current Lineup (l-r): Daniel Oliver, Ben Anderson, Jonny Hawkins, Mark Vollelunga

NOTHING MORE TOUR DATES
1/19-25 Miami, FL – ShipRocked 2025 %
3/29 Cincinnati, OH – Heritage Bank Center #
3/31 Cleveland, OH – Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse #
4/2 Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center #
4/4 Buffalo, NY – KeyBank Center #
4/5 Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena #
4/7 Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena #
4/9 Indianapolis, IN – Gainbridge Fieldhouse #
4/12 Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center #
4/14 Raleigh, NC – Lenovo Center #
4/16 Birmingham, AL – Legacy Arena at The BJCC #
4/18 Sunrise, FL – Amerant Bank Arena #
4/23 Duluth, GA – Gas South Arena #
4/25 San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center #
4/26 Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena #
4/28 Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center #
5/5 Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena #
5/7 Portland, OR – Moda Center #
5/9 Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center #
5/10 San Francisco, CA – Chase Center #
5/13 Inglewood, CA – Kia Forum #
5/15 Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center #
5/17 Las Vegas, NV – MGM Grand Garden Arena #
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# with Disturbed and Daughtry

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November 19, 2024

Dave Navarro & Billy Morrison Announce Fourth ABOVE GROUND Benefit Concert January 24 @ The Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles

DT: NOVEMBER 19, 2024

FM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/MARCEE RONDAN/KELLY WALSH
SRO PR

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DAVE NAVARRO AND BILLY MORRISON
PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS
RETURN FOR FOURTH
“ABOVE GROUND” BENEFIT CONCERT
JANUARY 25
AT THE FONDA THEATRE IN HOLLYWOOD, CA
IN SUPPORT OF MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS
AND SUICIDE PREVENTION

“ABOVE GROUND 4”
TO FEATURE PERFORMANCES OF DEBUT ALBUMS BY
NEW YORK DOLLS AND THE CARS

PRE-SALE TICKETS AVAILABLE NOVEMBER 20
WITH GENERAL PUBLIC ON-SALE
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22
FOR EVENT BENEFITTING MUSICARES^®

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Guitarists Dave Navarro (Jane’s Addiction) and Billy Morrison (Billy Idol) have announced the “ABOVE GROUND” benefit concert series will return for its fourth event on January 25 at The Fonda Theatre in Hollywood, CA. As before, “ABOVE GROUND 4” will feature Navarro and Morrison with an all-star band and special guests (TBA). Tickets go on sale Friday, November 22 HERE with pre-sale Wednesday, November 20.

The event will again celebrate the vinyl album as an art form, with performances of two seminal albums in their entirety. This year will see Navarro and Morrison feature the groundbreaking self-titled debuts by the New York Dolls (1973) and The Cars (1978).

“We’re incredibly grateful to Dave and Billy for once again dedicating their talents and hearts to support MusiCares and bring attention to mental health and suicide prevention,” says Laura Segura, Executive Director of MusiCares. “Above Ground has become a powerful night of connection for our music community, and each year, the impact grows. This concert celebrates music that inspires us and the resilience of those facing personal challenges. It’s a night of understanding and hope,”

“ABOVE GROUND” launched in 2018 and has featured Navarro and Morrison alongside a star-studded lineup of their friends including Jack Black, Corey Taylor, Anthony Kiedis, Juliette Lewis, Courtney Love, Billy Idol, Al Jourgesen, Steve Stevens, and many more. The events have highlighted full-length albums from legendary acts including Adam and The Ants, Lou Reed, The Velvet Underground, David Bowie, The Stooges, and Sex Pistols.

Find ABOVE GROUND online at:
WEBSITE | FB | IG | X

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ABOUT ABOVE GROUND
Founded in 2018, by Dave Navarro, Billy Morrison and manager Rick Canny, Above Ground is a registered 501(c)(3) corporation dedicated to raising funds for and awareness to the issues of mental health and suicide prevention. Since 2018, Dave and Billy have helped to raise more than $500,000 for MusiCares via various fundraising opportunities.

ABOUT MUSICARES:
MusiCares helps the humans behind music because music gives so much to the world. Offering preventive, emergency, and recovery programs, MusiCares is a safety net supporting the health and welfare of the music community. Founded by the Recording Academy® in 1989 as a U.S. based 501(c)(3) charity, MusiCares safeguards the well-being of all music people through direct financial grant programs, networks of support resources, and tailored crisis relief efforts. For more information please visit: www.musicares.org.

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November 19, 2024

Femme Fatale Metal Artist VANA Reveals ‘Disturbing & Unapologetically Hot’ Video for “Serpentine”; New EP Out Now

DT: NOVEMBER 19, 2024

FM: KELLY WALSH, SRO PR

DISRUPTIVE FEMME FATALE METAL ARTIST
VANA
UNLEASHES
‘DISTURBING AND UNAPOLOGETICALLY HOT’
MUSIC VIDEO FOR LATEST SINGLE
“SERPENTINE”
ALONGSIDE RELEASE OF SOPHOMORE EP
‘TRIAL AND TERROR’
OUT NOW VIA REBELLION RECORDS

WATCH “SERPENTINE” VIDEO HERE

STREAM/DOWNLOAD EP HERE

A person with red hair and a chain around her neck Description automatically generated VANA (Download HERE)
Credit: SADSWIM

New Zealand-based, Anaheim-born artist VANA merges brutal metal riffs with haunting electro-pop elements, offering a glimpse into a world where horror, femininity, and raw intensity collide on her sophomore EP TRIAL AND TERROR. Stream/download the album out now via Rebellion Records–digitally HERE. The singer, songwriter, and self-taught musician captured global attention earlier this summer with her breakout single “Beg” which independently amassed over 7 million streams and 1.7 million video views. VANA’s boundary-pushing sound serves as an open invitation to those who might feel out of place in traditional metal spaces, making her an approachable bridge into heavier music for women and queer audiences and has earned her acclaim from international media including Rolling Stone Australia, Vice New Zealand, NZ Musician, Rova, and more.

“‘Trial and Terror’ is my experiment in pushing every boundary possible while rooting it in a metal foundation,” exclaims VANA. “I aimed to make the EP as extreme as I could, bringing horror, sexuality, and raw psychotic lyrics to a point where it feels almost unhinged. There’s a lot of commentary there; it’s like I’m mocking the narrow and contradictory expectations people place on women in entertainment. ‘Be sexy but not too sexy; edgy but not too dark.’ I turned up every dial to the maximum and leaned into the absurd. The EP feels chaotic…each track is different from the last, as if every song is a new trial in itself. I like to think of my performance as a kind of ‘drag’ act, drawing inspiration from queens who embody intensity and unapologetic self-expression. Some people find this EP polarizing which to me means I did it right. I want to be abrasive, to be felt.”

VANA has today, November 18, shared a provocative music video for the EP single “Serpentine.” Watch it streaming below or via YouTube HERE.

“With this music video I wanted to dive deep into horror and reinterpret a familiar story with raw, seductive energy,” says VANA. “The song plays on the story of Eve from a twisted perspective, where Lilith seduces her into a snake servant. It’s disturbing and it’s also unapologetically hot. Working with a cast of women and a queer female director was essential to capturing the essence of what it feels like to be a queer woman, bringing an authenticity that embraces the passionate, almost primal side of sapphic love—not just the ‘innocent’ depictions people are used to where two women fall in love and get a cottage on a farm and bake each other pies. Viewers who look closely at the plot will see Lilith isn’t the serpent herself; she’s corrupting Eve, turning her into one of her many serpent minions. It’s a thrill to bring this level of intensity to the screen, playing with horror and seduction and the unsettling beauty of transformation.”

VANA – Trial And Terror EP Artwork (Download HERE)

TRIAL AND TERROR Track listing:

RAGDOLL
BEG!
HARLQUINN!
PLAYBOi (FEAT. SOPHIEPOWERS)
NOXIOUS
Clandestine
SERPENTINE

ABOUT VANA:
Despite having no formal music training and being raised in a small rural town in New Zealand, VANA is self-taught—a feat that reflects her fierce dedication to her craft. She draws inspiration from artists like Pierce the Veil, Sleeping with Sirens and Bring Me The Horizon who shaped her early musical tastes, as well as current trailblazing women in metal like Courtney LaPlante, Maria Brink, and Poppy.

VANA released her debut EP Die For Me! in 2023 which MMF applauded stating “Vana’s ability to seamlessly blend genres, her evocative storytelling, and her dedication to addressing LGBTQ+ themes in her work make ‘Die for Me!’ a standout in the world of dark pop music.”

She has built a strong online fanbase via her Twitch stream where she engages daily with fans over shared interests of music, horror movies, fantasy/role-play gaming (i.e. (Dungeons & Dragons, Baldur’s Gate) and more. She’s also amassed over 34.7 million views on TikTok and over 910k followers.

VANA is passionate about creating an inclusive, empowering space within the metal genre allowing for representation and visibility for all walks of life without fear of judgment or exclusion. Through her unfiltered lyrics, chaotic soundscapes, and magnetic presence, VANA aims to redefine what it means to be a metal artist in today’s society.

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November 18, 2024

BRIT FLOYD Team With ALAN PARSONS For An Exclusive Limited Run Of West Coast Dates In Summer 2025

DATE: NOVEMBER 18, 2024

FROM: MARCEE RONDAN/MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK

PALLADIUM ENTERTAINMENT PROUDLY PRESENTS
BRIT FLOYD AND ALAN PARSONS
FOR AN EXCLUSIVE LIMITED RUN OF
WEST COAST DATES IN SUMMER 2025

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BRIT FLOYD—”widely recognized as the world’s premiere Pink Floyd experience…” by Rolling Stone—and ALAN PARSONS have collaborated to bring an extraordinary tour to the West Coast in summer 2025, creating a thrilling experience for fans of progressive and psychedelic rock. Presented by Palladium Entertainment, the exclusive limited engagement run spans several key venues across California and Nevada, kicking off July 11 at the iconic Greek Theatre in Los Angeles with stops in San Diego, CA, Reno, NV and Murphys, CA. The pairing of these artists will capture the essence of live music that both BRIT FLOYD and ALAN PARSONS are renowned for. The shows will highlight the artists’ unique and captivating blend of musical innovation and tribute art, each bringing their distinct essence to the live stage, while the intricate light show and impeccable sound quality will captivate concertgoers.

Brit Floyd

BRIT FLOYD capture the iconic sound, intricate compositions, and psychedelic visuals that made the original band legendary. Their dedication to authenticity has garnered them a loyal following worldwide, as they pay homage to the monumental contributions of Pink Floyd to rock music. Consisting of a talented group of musicians, BRIT FLOYD‘s performances are immersive experiences, meticulously recreating Pink Floyd’s illustrious catalog’s sonic depth and atmospheric qualities.

Alan Parsons

This unique pairing teams BRIT FLOYD with ALAN PARSONS—a distinguished figure in the music industry, renowned for his work as a sound engineer, producer, and musician. PARSONS gained fame for his engineering work on albums such as the Beatles’ Abbey Road, Al Stewart’s Year of the Cat, as well as his role in crafting one of the best-selling albums of all time—Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon, which has sold over 45 million copies worldwide. The Alan Parsons Project, his symphonic rock band, further solidified his reputation with hits that combined elaborate production and progressive rock elements.

DATE CITY VENUE
July 11 Los Angeles, CA Greek Theatre
July 12 San Diego, CA Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
July 15 Reno, NV Grand Sierra Resort
July 18 Murphys, CA Ironstone Amphitheater

Brit Floyd – The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Experience
Facebook: @britfloydoffical
Instagram: @britfloydband
Twitter (X): @britfloydband
YouTube: @britfloydofficial

Alan Parsons
Instagram: @Alanparsonsmusic
Facebook: @alanparsons
Twitter (X): @alanparsons

PALLADIUM ENTERTAINMENT GROUP

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National:
Mitch Schneider, mschneider@sropr.com
Marcee Rondan, marcee@sropr.com

Tour:
Andrea Faulk, afaulk@sropr.com

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November 18, 2024

ROSS VALORY Rolls Out New Film Noir-Inspired Video For “Touched, Pt. II” From His Debut Solo Album ‘All Of The Above’ As Four-Part YouTube Live Performance Series Wraps

DATE: NOVEMBER 18, 2024

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/MARCEE RONDAN, SRO PR

ROSS VALORY,
THE ORIGINAL JOURNEY BASSIST
AND SONGWRITER,
ROLLS OUT NEW FILM NOIR-INSPIRED VIDEO FOR
“TOUCHED, PT. ll”

TRACK FEATURED ON HIS DEBUT SOLO ALBUM
‘ALL OF THE ABOVE’
WRAPS FOUR-PART YOUTUBE LIVE PERFORMANCE SERIES,
“THE SANDBOX SESSIONS”

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ROSS VALORY has rolled out a new video for “Touched, Pt. ll,” a track from his debut solo album ALL OF THE ABOVE (OID Music). This film noir-inspired video is the the latest collaboration between the original Journey bassist and songwriter and video director Michael Cotten. He has also created the visually arresting videos for the album’s previous tracks: “Tomland” (the album’s hypnotic first single), “Wild Kingdom (with its Latin-fired intensity), and “Windmill” (defined by its Brazilian flair), his interpretation of War’s classic cruising anthem “Low Rider” and “Nightflower” (a pastoral ribbon of music featuring Journey founding member George Tickner and longtime bandmate Steve Smith, along with Steve Roseman of Cold Blood).

VALORY hasn’t announced shows yet in connection with ALL OF THE ABOVE (which was released April 19), but he’s flexed his performance chops with a four-part YouTube live performance series billed as “The Sandbox Sessions.” “Until I play out, I’m Playing In!” says ROSS.

Recorded at his Northern California studio, the live performance clips debuted last month and feature VALORY, bass; Bobby Strickland, sax; Paul Spina, drums; Eric Levy, keyboards; and Vernon “Ice” Black, guitar, vocals on a series of cover songs: “Root Down” (Jimmy Smith), “Big Legged Woman” (Freddie King), “Cissy Strut” (The Meters), and “If You Want Me To Stay” (Sly & the Family Stone).

Here’s a Q&A with ROSS about the YouTube live performance series:

What motivated you to create the YouTube video covers series?

ROSS VALORY (RV): So many people have been waiting for me to perform and have been asking–for more than the year–when I’m going to play out. That will eventually happen but, in the meantime, I’ve decided to ‘play in!’

How was it decided which songs all of you would play?

RV: Rather than going to the trouble to assemble a small orchestra, in order to perform the album material in the way I envisioned it, Idecided to just have fun, with some great players at hand to perform some cool cover tunes.

It’s interesting that your debut album featured another cover, “Low Rider.” Did that influence this series?

RV: “Low Rider” definitely influenced me to do more cover tunes, most of which I’ve rarely had the opportunity to play in the past.

Can you tell us about the musicians you featured and how you assembled the group?

RV: I’ve been working with these same local musicians over the last three years. They have appeared in my music videos and we’ve also recorded yet-to-be-released material. It’s been very convenient and so easy to work up these cover tunes, as these players are quite talented and versatile.

Where and when was the series recorded?

RV: The Sandbox Sessions were recorded in August at my studio, which has made it very easy for us to step away from new music projects to do some jamming.

Is there any plan to release the songs as a stand-alone recording?

RV: It is possible that some of these songs from the Sandbox sessions could be recorded as standalone pieces, but there are no plans for that yet.

What’s next for you in 2025?

RV: I plan to release more material in 2025, from music I have recorded over the last three years. In the meantime, I will be recording performances for the release of Sandbox Sessions Volume Two!

ALL OF THE ABOVE) was produced by VALORY and co-produced by Eric Levy and Jacob Stowe. The nine tracks on the album represent the full maturity of VALORY’s musical gifts, cutting a broad swath through the instrumental territory the music travels. He plays keyboards, guitar, and, of course, many basses in a display of cultivated virtuosity across a palette far broader than could be found in his work with Journey. He is stepping out from behind his bass and, for the first time in his more than half-century as a professional musician, representing his vision and his compositions.

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