Kelly Walsh, Author at SRO PR

October 6, 2023

CROSSBONE SKULLY–led by TOMMY HENRIKSEN–Release New Track “The Boom Went The Boom (Feat. PHIL COLLEN of DEF LEPPARD)”

DT: OCTOBER 6, 2023

FM: KELLY WALSH, MITCH SCHNEIDER / SRO PR

CROSSBONE SKULLY
–LED BY MASTERMIND TOMMY HENRIKSEN OF ALICE COOPER’S BAND & MEMBER OF HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES–
RELEASE REBELLIOUS NEW TRACK
“THE BOOM WENT THE BOOM (FEAT. PHIL COLLEN OF DEF LEPPARD)”
RECORDED WITH LEGENDARY EXECUTIVE PRODUCER MUTT LANGE
TODAY, OCTOBER 6 VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC

STREAM HERE | WATCH THE LYRIC VIDEO HERE

LIVE BAND MEMBERS TO BE REVEALED IN MUSIC VIDEO FOR
“THE BOOM WENT THE BOOM” SCHEDULED TO BE REVEALED ON
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13

ANNOUNCE LIMITED EDITION 7-INCH VINYL SERIES TO BE OFFERED EXCLUSIVELY VIA BAND’S SPOTIFY PAGE
WITH FIRST RELEASE FEATURING NEW TRACK,
PORTION OF PROCEEDS TO BE DONATED TO MUSICARES®
PRE-ORDER HERE

Art by Mark Wilkinson
(DOWNLOAD HERE)

“Crooked Politicians and frauds, with such big balls. I’ll see you in hell”

CROSSBONE SKULLY—the exciting new multidimensional project led by mastermind Tommy Henriksen (guitarist and musical director for Alice Cooper’s band & member of Hollywood Vampires)—have today (October 6) released their incendiary new single “The Boom Went The Boom,” featuring Def Leppard guitarist Phil Collen, across digital platforms. The track is the second taste of new music from CROSSBONE SKULLY’s debut album due in 2024 via Better Noise Music. Legendary producer Mutt Lange emerged from retirement to executive produce the album and was reunited with Collen on this track after having produced and co-wrote several of Def Leppard’s monumental albums. “The Boom Went The Boom” is available today digitally HERE and a lyric video highlighting its rebellious message is streaming HERE or below. A music video for the song will be premiered on Friday, October 13 which will reveal the lineup for CROSSBONE SKULLY’s live band.

CROSSBONE SKULLY also announced the first of what will be a series of limited-edition 7” vinyl singles. This first 7” vinyl will feature “The Boom Went The Boom (feat. Phil Collen of Def Leppard)” and a yet-to-be-announced B-side track and will be available exclusively to order through the band’s Spotify page HERE. Each will come with a limited-edition signed copy of CROSSBONE SKULLY’s “Thing #1” ashcan comic. Proceeds from the sale of the limited edition 7” vinyl will be donated to the 501(c)(3) charity MusiCares who offer preventive, emergency, and recovery programs for musicians and music industry workers in times of need.

Describing the new track, HENRIKSEN says: “Like dynamite beneath deceit, ‘The Boom Went The Boom’ reveals the truth’s explosive power in song, shattering masks and echoing the reckoning of lies, for when trust erodes, The Misfits Will Rise!”

“I love the Crossbone Skully record and I’ve always loved Tommy’s voice, especially as we’ve got to sing live together a few times,” shares COLLEN. “I’ve always wanted to hear that voice on something like this, so here it is, finally! I’m totally thrilled to be a part of it!”

CROSSBONE SKULLY’s debut single “Evil World Machine” was originally released on the soundtrack for the 2022 thriller The Retaliators (Better Noise Films) and its music video was premiered later that year at Fan Expo in San Francisco. CROSSBONE SKULLY also represents the band’s mascot and main character of their graphic novel and animated film, “Thing #1,” which were also revealed at Fan Expo. For the film, HENRIKSEN enlisted several of his bandmates and friends for voiceovers on both the album and the upcoming film including A-list actor Johnny Depp and rock icons including Alice Cooper, Nikki Sixx, Joe Perry and Kane Roberts.

The forthcoming debut album features HENRIKSEN on vocals and bass and was recorded by a sterling group of musicians including guitarist Tommy Denander (Alice Cooper), 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 and producer/mixer Mike Plotnikoff (AC/DC, Cher, Aerosmith).

CROSSBONE SKULLY
(L-R: Sam Bam Koltun, Chris Wyse, Tommy Henriksen, Tuesdai, Anna Cara)
Credit: Jason Mayer

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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, independent 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

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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October 3, 2023

THE HU Reveal Animated Music Video for “Sell The World”; Announce “Warrior Souls” US Fall Tour Supporting Acts: Blind Channel & NERV

DT: OCTOBER 3, 2023

FM: KELLY WALSH, MITCH SCHNEIDER / SRO PR

THE HU
REVEALS ANIMATED MUSIC VIDEO FOR
CONTEMPLATIVE SONG
“SELL THE WORLD”
WATCH HERE

MONGOLIAN ROCK SENSATION
ANNOUNCE “WARRIOR SOULS” U.S. FALL TOUR SUPPORTING ACTS BLIND CHANNEL AND NERV
TICKETS ON SALE HERE

‘RUMBLE OF THUNDER: DELUXE ALBUM’
OUT NOW VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC
INCLUDING GUEST APPEARANCES FROM WILLIAM DUVALL (ALICE IN CHAINS), SERJ TANKIAN, LP, DL (BAD WOLVES) AND MORE
GET IT DIGITALLY OR ON CD, CASSETTE OR VINYL HERE

WARRIOR SOULS US 2023 Tour Poster (Download HERE)

Globally lauded Mongolian rock sensation and UNESCO 2023 “Artist of Peace” designees THE HU have shared their first-ever animated music video for the deeply moving, environmentally conscious song “Sell The World.” It is featured on their sophomore 2022 album RUMBLE OF THUNDER and its deluxe version, released earlier this year via Better Noise Music. The compelling animated video depicts environmental villains taking nature’s limited resources for granted and ruining the planet for generations to come. Watch it streaming below or via YouTube HERE.

“The ‘Sell the World’ music video is the first-ever animated music video from The HU,” shares THE HU’s producer DASHKA. “It’s our way of expressing the love we have for our earth. From the name of the song to the content of the video, we use sarcasm and exaggeration to show the unpleasantness of the world. It was easier to use the graphics and 3Ds to create visuals for the exaggerated message that the song has in its lyrics. Throughout past albums, The HU’s songs positively reinforce the message of protecting the earth and keeping nature intact. However, on this video we took a completely different, polar opposite approach to the song’s message by reminding listeners of the limited resources of this earth. The female in the video represents the mother earth we are singing about.”

RUMBLE OF THUNDER: DELUXE VERSION is available now via digital download or on cd, cassette and various special edition vinyl offerings at: https://thehu.ffm.to/rumblethunderdeluxe. The extended album includes seven new tracks including four acoustic songs and three newly recorded singles featuring guest musicians including William Duvall (Alice In Chains), Serj Tankian, DL (Bad Wolves) and LP.

In coordination with the “Sell The World” video debut, THE HU have today (October 3) announced the support acts—Finnish nu-metal group Blind Channel and California-based rockers NERV—for their upcoming headlining U.S. “Warrior Souls” West Coast tour. The “Warrior Souls” tour kicks off on October 9 in San Francisco, CA and wraps October 26 in Phoenix, AZ. Currently, THE HU are on the last leg of their co-headlining “Psycho Thunder” U.S. tour with Asking Alexandria and will appear this weekend at Aftershock Festival in Sacramento, CA. Upcoming dates can be found listed below. For tickets and limited VIP upgrades, please visit: https://www.thehuofficial.com/tour-1.

To date, THE HU have amassed over 329 million combined streams across digital platforms, 290 million video views, two Top 5 Mainstream Rock charting radio singles and a RIAA Gold Certification for 2019’s groundbreaking viral single, “Wolf Totem”. The band have sold-out worldwide headlining tours and appeared at the world’s biggest music festivals (Download, Coachella, Lollapalooza) all while receiving critical acclaim from the likes of NPR, GQ, The Guardian, The Independent, Revolver and Billboard, along with garnering a celebrity fanbase including Sir Elton John, Whoopi Goldberg and Wayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson.

Founded in 2016 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, THE HU are a modern rock group rooted in the tradition of their homeland. The band’s name translates to the Mongolian root word for “human being,” and their unique approach blends traditional Mongolian instruments land throat singing with contemporary sounds, creating a unique sonic profile that they call “Hunnu Rock.” They received the highest state award in Mongolia, the Order of Genghis Khan from the President of Mongolia, Kh. Battulga in 2020, for their achievements.

THE HU have released collaborations with Jacoby Shaddix of Papa Roach, Lzzy Hale of Halestorm, William DuVall of Alice In Chains, Serj Tankian, LP and DL of Bad Wolves and their music has been featured on Metallica’s Blacklist covers album alongside other high-profile guest artists like Miley Cyrus, Chris Stapleton, Phoebe Bridgers, J Balvin, St. Vincent and more. They’ve also been featured in EA Games’ Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and its official soundtrack as well as seen on screen in Better Noise Films’ horror-thriller The Retaliators and included on The Retaliators Official Motion Picture Soundtrack.

THE HU’S 2023 TOUR DATES
10/3 Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium #
10/4 Salt Lake City, UT – The Union #
10/6 Sacramento, CA – Aftershock &
10/7 Las Vegas, NV – The Industrial Sound #
10/8 Los Angeles, CA – The Wiltern #
10/9 San Francisco, CA – The Warfield ^
10/12 Bellingham, WA – Bellingham Exit ^
10/14 Garden City, ID – Revolution Concert House ^
10/15 Bozeman, MT – The ELM ^
10/16 Missoula, MT – The Wilma ^
10/18 Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory ^
10/19 Portland, OR – Roseland Theater ^
10/20 Seattle, WA – The Crocodile ^
10/21 Seattle, WA – The Crocodile ^
10/22 Eugene, OR – McDonald Theatre ^
10/24 Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory OC ^
10/25 Tucson, AZ – Rialto Theater ^
10/26 Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren ^
# “Psycho Thunder” co-headlining tour with Asking Alexandria and special guests Zero 9:36
& Festival Date
^ “The Warrior Souls” headlining tour with Blind Channel and NERV

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THE HU
Photo Credit: GZ Miimaa (Download HERE)

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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 (formerly Eleven Seven 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, AWOLNATION, All Good Things, 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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September 29, 2023

FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH Lead Guitarist ANDY JAMES Unveils Signature Guitar in Collaboration With B.C. RICH GUITARS

B.C. RICH GUITARS
UNVEILS SIGNATURE GUITAR IN COLLABORATION WITH
BRITISH VIRTUOSO ANDY JAMES,
LEAD GUITARIST OF FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH

Andy James, Lead Guitar, Five Finger Death Punch
Photo Credit: Travis Shinn (Download HERE)

[Los Angeles CA, September 28, 2023] B.C. Rich just released British virtuoso, FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH lead guitarist Andy James’ signature guitar. The guitar is based on the highly successful B.C. Rich Assassin model but features a Pitchfork headstock, a low-profile C-shaped satin neck optimized for speed, and heel-less neck-through construction. It is available in 6, 7, and 8-string versions and comes in three colors: satin black, satin white, and translucent green. The guitar is available at BCRich.com and authorized B.C. Rich dealers.

ABOUT ANDY JAMES:
Andy James began playing guitar at the age of 12. He is known to fans for his critically acclaimed solo records and his previous tenure with Fields of the Nephilim, among others. He joined Five Finger Death Punch in 2020 during the band’s European Arena Tour and appears on their latest album titled Afterlife.

ABOUT FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH:
FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH is currently touring stadiums across North America, Mexico and Europe with Metallica on their M72 World Tour throughout the end of 2024. 5FDP are also known to frequently headline arenas and the biggest festivals around the world. The band has amassed over 11 billion streams globally, 15 #1 singles and 25 Top Ten hits. 5FDP has released nine studio albums, seven of which have reached Gold or Platinum status. Their most current album, Afterlife features three #1 hits alone and also broke the record for most #1 albums in the history of Billboard’s Hard Rock chart. The band is the recipient of numerous awards and accolades from around the world, including the prestigious Soldier Appreciation Award by the Association Of The United States Army, an honor bestowed only upon Elvis Presley before them. The band has raised millions of dollars in support of veterans, first responders and numerous other charitable organizations over the years.

Five Finger Death Punch
From left to right: Andy James (Guitar), Chris Kael (Bass), Ivan Moody (vocals), Zoltan Bathory (Guitar), Charlie Engen (Drums)
Photo Credit: Hristo Shindov (Download HERE)

Listen to 5FDP and watch the official videos here: http://5fdp.komi.io

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September 29, 2023

Singer-Songwriter HEATHER ANNE LOMAX Announces ‘The Doman Tracks’ Due 11/3 via Blackbird Record Label; Releases Debut Single “Heavy Load”

DT: SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

FM: KELLY WALSH, MITCH SCHNEIDER/SRO PR

SINGER-SONGWRITER
HEATHER ANNE LOMAX
SIGNS TO BLACKBIRD RECORD LABEL
FOR UPCOMING NOVEMBER 3 RELEASE
‘THE DOMAN TRACKS’
–A COLLABORATION WITH THE LATE MICHAEL DOMAN (BROKEN HOMES)—
PRE-ORDER’S AVAILABLE HERE

REVEALS MUSIC VIDEO FOR DEBUT TRACK
“HEAVY LOAD”
OUT TODAY (SEPTEMBER 29) DIGITALLY

WATCH HERE | STREAM HERE

ANNOUNCES LOS ANGELES RECORD RELEASE SHOW
AT TROUBADOUR ON NOVEMBER 29
WITH SPECIAL GUESTS MANDA MOSHER AND ABBY POSNER

TICKETS ON SALE HERE

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HEATHER ANNE LOMAX “Heavy Load” Single Art
Credit: Shots by Morrison

Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter HEATHER ANNE LOMAX has spent the greater part of the past decade putting her own spin on the Americana and Country-Rock/Blues genres. LOMAX has signed to Blackbird Record Label for THE DOMAN TRACKS—her forthcoming album and third overall—that’s due November 3 and today (September 29) has released its roots-rocking debut track “Heavy Load.” Stream/download it now HERE and watch the video HERE or streaming below.

THE DOMAN TRACKS is a previously unheard collaboration of original songs recorded with the late MICHAEL DOMAN, formerly the singer-songwriter-producer of the noted ‘80s L.A. rock band Broken Homes. LOMAX and DOMAN cut the intimate material during two years of recording sessions with LOMAX taking lead vocals, Doman singing duet and background vocals, and LOMAX, DOMAN, and JEFF SEBENS on guitar. The sessions, all cut live, also featured support from other local players, with engineer JASON HILLER’s bass parts added later. The recordings were set aside, but LOMAX returned to them after DOMAN’s untimely death from a brain ailment in December of 2020. See the album’s cover art and track listing below. Pre-order THE DOMAN TRACKS digitally at https://smithmusic.ffm.to/662582993226

“‘Heavy Load’ was written actually as a country song first, and Michael wanted to do it with more of a Stones groove,” shares LOMAX. “He actually added the last verse, which has become a sing-along at live shows. The context of the song was written in the midst of slogging it out as a single mom, and wondering if I should use the money I had to buy shoes or more food for the week.”

On collaborating with DOMAN, she says: “I chose to work with Michael, because I really respected his work as a songwriter and performer. He had an aesthetic that resonated with me, and I knew that he wouldn’t settle for anything less than excellence.”

The music video for “Heavy Load” premiered yesterday, September 28, via Wildfire Music who lauded the track stating “‘Heavy Load’ is both a confessional track that seems to speak from a position of self-knowledge and one that’s particularly accessible because of its direct lyricism. Not only unpretentious in its admissions of being ‘in need of healing,’ delivering a message from a ‘troubled soul,’ the song also has underlying Country and Blues elements that contribute to the emotional plea. The confidence of the Rock ‘n Roll delivery helps carry those traditions forward.”

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THE DOMAN TRACKS cover art

THE DOMAN TRACKS Track Listing:
1. Be The One
2.Bits And Pieces
3. Heavy Load
4. Breaking Forth
5. Joni Mitchell Song
6. Mama’s Sleepin’
7. Down
8. Bits And Pieces

LOMAX, who recently was seen performing in Nashville coinciding AMERICANAFEST, is excited to share she’ll be playing a record release show for THE DOMAN TRACKS in Los Angeles at the Troubadour on November 29 with special guests Manda Mosher and Abby Posner (who are also part of Blackbird Record Label). Tickets are on sale now HERE. LOMAX has previously opened for Wynonna and The Big Noise, Lee Ann Womack, Blake Shelton, Kenny Rogers, Jeff Bridges, John Hiatt, Richie Furay, Don McLean, Judy Collins, Marshall Tucker Band, Joan Osborne, Melanie, Blood Sweat & Tears and War.See a list of all her upcoming shows below.

HEATHER ANNE LOMAX 2023 SHOWS
11/8 San Francisco, CA @ Lost Church (with Pi Jacobs)
11/12 Portland, OR @ Al’s Den
11/29 Los Angeles, CA @ Troubadour – Record Release Show (with Manda Mosher & Abby Posner)

Find more information on HEATHER ANNE LOMAX online here:
Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

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September 27, 2023

Alternative Folk Singer-Songwriter JESSE AHERN Shares Music Video for “The Older I Get (feat. Ken Casey of Dropkick Murphys & Jaime Wyatt)”

DT: SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

FM: KELLY WALSH, SRO PR

ALTERNATIVE FOLK SINGER-SONGWRITER & GUITARIST
JESSE AHERN
REVEALS MUSIC VIDEO FOR SINGLE
“THE OLDER I GET (Feat. KEN CASEY of DROPKICK MURPHYS & JAIME WYATT)”
FROM SEPTEMBER 15 ALBUM
‘ROOTS ROCK REBEL’
VIA DROPKICK MURPHYS’
DUMMY LUCK MUSIC RECORD LABEL / [PIAS]

WATCH HERE

BOSTON, MA NATIVE TO JOIN
DROPKICK MURPHYS ON U.S. TOUR THIS FALL
ALONGSIDE THE INTERRUPTERS
SEP. 27 – OCT. 29

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ROOTS ROCK REBEL Cover Artwork

Boston-bred singer-songwriter and guitarist JESSE AHERN’s new album, ROOTS ROCK REBEL, was released Friday, September 15, and marks his debut release via Dropkick Murphys’ Dummy Luck Music / [PIAS] record label. Produced by Grammy Award-winner Ted Hutt (Dropkick Murphys, Flogging Molly, The Gaslight Anthem), ROOTS ROCK REBEL is an East Coast mosaic of gritty rock ‘n’ roll and roots inspiration with Americana-style storytelling told in the idiom of a street performer. The 10-track album “creates a meaningful call to action in the tradition of great rambling American buskers,” as proclaimed by SPIN who praised its debut single “Pray” as “a foot-stomping, modern-gospel anthem.” Stream/download ROOTS ROCK REBEL now, as well as pre-order a copy of the album on CD and vinyl (due October 20) at www.jesseahern.com.

JESSE has shared a new music video for the humbling single “The Older I Get” which features guest musicians Ken Casey of Dropkick Murphys and country singer-songwriter Jaime Wyatt. The video was directed by Mike Rivkees. Watch “The Older I Get (feat. Ken Casey of Dropkick Murphys and Jaime Wyatt)” music video streaming below or via YouTube HERE.

“‘The Older I Get’ was almost a throwaway song,” says JESSE. “I had been playing an earlier version of it while on tour in 2022, but something was missing. I brought the song to [producer] Ted Hutt, and he helped me make it the singalong it is now. While on the road with Jaime, she had asked if she could sing it with me onstage and it was a hit, so featuring her was a no-brainer. I felt the last verse was perfect for Ken and am honored that he was up for the task.”

“Everybody’s out there trying to be something they are not, trying to sell an image and a product. Selling their soul for a like or a follow,” CASEY states. “Jesse is the polar opposite. His music, his personality, his core brings me back to the days when none of that mattered. Simpler times when what you saw is what you got. PURE. And this song is Jesse at his best.”

“I met Jesse on tour, we were both opening for Dropkick Murphys and the first song that made me run to the side stage to hear better was ‘The Older I Get,’” shares WYATT. “I instantly started singing a harmony. I was drawn to the humility and wisdom of the lyrics in that song. The verses are dreamy and universal. Jesse Ahern is a really special dude, which makes him such an insightful writer. He’s lived to tell a lot of amazing stories and I cannot wait for the rest of the world to fall in love with his music, like I did.”

JESSE will be seen performing the music from ROOTS ROCK REBEL including previous singles “Pray” and the pro-labor and unionization anthem “Back Against The Wall” as he joins longtime touring partners and friends DROPKICK MURPHYS on their headlining U.S. tour this fall alongside The Interrupters. Catch JESSE at one of the tour’s following stops:

9/27 – Bangor, ME @ Maine Savings Amphitheater
9/28 – Uncasville, CT @ Mohegan Sun Arena
9/29 – Gilford, NH @ Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion
9/30 – Syracuse, NY @ Upstate Medical University Arena @ Oncenter
10/01 – Charlottesville, VA @ Ting Pavilion
10/03 – North Little Rock, AR @ The Theater @ Simmons Bank Arena
10/04 – Wichita, KS @ WAVE
10/05 – Omaha, NE @ The Astro
10/06 – Springfield, MO @ Shrine Mosque
10/07 – Oklahoma City, OK @ The Criterion
10/08 – San Antonio, TX @ Boeing Center at Tech Port
10/10 – Albuquerque, NM @ Revel ABQ
10/11 – Colorado Springs, CO @ Broadmoor World Arena
10/12 – Rapid City, SD @ Summit Arena
10/13 – Brookings, SD @ Swiftel Center
10/14 – Fargo, ND @ Scheels Arena
10/15 – Mankato, MN @ Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center – Grand Hall
10/17 – Duluth, MN @ AMSOIL Arena
10/18 – Cedar Rapids, IA @ Alliant Energy PowerHouse
10/19 – Green Bay, WI @ EPIC Event Center
10/20 – Rockford, IL @ BMO Center
10/21 – Saginaw, MI @ The Dow Event Center
10/22 – Toledo, OH @ Huntington Center
10/24 – Buffalo, NY @ RiverWorks
10/26 – Johnstown, PA @ 1st Summit Arena
10/27 – Greensboro, NC @ White Oak Amphitheatre
10/28 – Asheville, NC @ Rabbit Rabbit
10/29 – Huntington, WV @ Mountain Health Arena

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Find more on JESSE AHERN online at:
Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube

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September 22, 2023

THE FUNERAL PORTRAIT Reveal Catchy New Pop-Punk/Rock Track “DARK THOUGHTS” via Better Noise Music

DT: SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

FM: KELLY WALSH, MITCH SCHNEIDER / SRO PR

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THE FUNERAL PORTRAIT
DROP CATCHY NEW POP-PUNK/ROCK TRACK
“DARK THOUGHTS”
TODAY, SEPTEMBER 22
VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC
STREAM HERE

WATCH “DARK THOUGHTS” MUSIC VIDEO HERE

THEATRICAL ROCKERS CURRENTLY OUT ON
“EMO DREAMS” NORTH AMERICAN TOUR WITH
ICON FOR HIRE, CONQUER DIVIDE AND CONCRETE CASTLES
THROUGHOUT OCTOBER 27

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THE FUNERAL PORTRAIT – “Dark Thoughts” Single Art (Download HERE)

THE FUNERAL PORTRAIT combine modern rock anthems with emo-drenched pop-punk melodies which have garnered them a diverse and unwavering fanbase who consider themselves “outcasts” and relate to the band’s over-the-top theatrics and uncompromising music. Lauded as one of Alternative Press’ “100 Bands You Need to Know,” THE FUNERAL PORTRAIT have today (September 22) shared the new track “Dark Thoughts.” Available digitally, the anthemic “Dark Thoughts” has lyrics that cater to getting rid of the paranoia that can go through your head with the catchy verse: “Can’t drink, Can’t drug, Can’t drown ‘em away / I can’t sleep, Can’t think, Can’t find an escape / From these dark, dark thoughts in my mind.” Stream/download “Dark Thoughts” HERE. Watch the music video for “Dark Thoughts” streaming below or via YouTube HERE.

“‘Dark Thoughts’ is a fun and energetic song meant to highlight our own mental health struggles,” states vocalist LEE JENNINGS. “It is deeply rooted in feeling trapped in your own head, like you have no one to reach out to who would understand or have an answer.” He adds: “It’s a statement both about the band and our fans. Depression, anxiety and mental health crisis events are a ubiquitous experience for us and the people who connect with our art. It can be such a terrifying and daunting task to try to overcome, but we hope that by connecting with others, we can support each other as a community in times when things seem the most bleak.”

THE FUNERAL PORTRAIT—LEE JENNINGS (vocals), CODY WEISSINGER (guitar), CALEB FREIHAUT (guitar/auxiliary), ROBERT WESTON (bass), and HOMER UMBANHOWER (drums)—further showcase their extravagant antics with each live performance, or as they call them “devotion ceremonies,” utilizing full theatrics, stage décor, costumed actors and more. The band are currently out on the “Emo Dreams” tour across the U.S. and Canada with Icon For Hire, Conquer Divide, and Concrete Castles and will celebrate Devil’s Night (October 30) with a special show in Detroit, MI at Saint Andrews Hall with Twiztid. The band recently opened for Ice Nine Kills at their “Silver Scream Concert” as part of the Silver Scream Con and have previously toured with acts including Shinedown, Underoath, Skillet, Bad Wolves, From Ashes To New, Starset, and Pvris along with performing on the Inkcarceration Festival main stage. See full dates listed below.

THE FUNERAL PORTRAIT 2023 DEVOTION CEREMONIES:
9/22 Toronto, ON – Lee’s Palace^
9/23 Erie, PA – Basement Transmissions^
9/24 Lakewood, OH – The Winchester^
9/25 Columbus, OH – A&R Music Bar^
9/26 Indianapolis, IN – Hoosier Dome^
9/27 Grand Rapids, MI – The Stache at The Intersection^
9/29 Joliet, IL – The Forge^
9/30 Des Moines, IA – Leftys^
10/1 Fargo, ND – The Aquarium^
10/3 Billings, MT – Pub Station^
10/4 Great Falls, MT – The Newberry^
10/6 Boise, ID – The Shredder^
10/7 Spokane, WA – Big Dipper^
10/8 Seattle, WA – El Corazon^
10/10 San Francisco, CA – Brick & Mortar^
10/12 Fresno, CA – Full Circle Brewing^
10/13 Anaheim, CA – House of Blues (Parish Room)^\
10/14 Los Angeles, CA – The Mint^
10/15 San Diego, CA – Brick By Brick^
10/17 Las Vegas, NV – The Usual Place^
10/18 Phoenix, AZ – Rebel Lounge^
10/19 El Paso, TX – Rockhouse^
10/20 Rosewell, NM – The Liberty^
10/21 Lubbock, TX – Jake’s^
10/22 San Antonio, TX – Paper Tiger (Small Room)^
10/24 Houston, TX – Scout Bar^
10/25 Corpus Christi, TX – House of Rock^
10/27 Destin, FL – Club LA^
10/30 Detroit, MI – Saint Andrews Hall (with Twiztid)
^ “Emo Dreams” Tour with Icon For Hire, Conquer Divide and Concrete Castles

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September 22, 2023

Alternative Rock/Pop Trio NEVRLANDS Release Debut LP ‘TIMELESS’ via Better Noise Music; Share Lyric Video for Title Track

DT: SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

FM: KELLY WALSH, MITCH SCHNEIDER / SRO PR

NEVRLANDS
RELEASE DEBUT FULL-LENGTH LP
‘TIMELESS’
TODAY, SEPTEMBER 22, VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC
STREAM HERE

ALTERNATIVE ROCK/POP TRIO
SHARE LYRIC VIDEO FOR TITLE TRACK
“TIMELESS”

WATCH HERE

ANNOUNCE INTIMATE RELEASE SHOW AND PARTY
AT AMITYVILLE MUSIC HALL (AMIITYVILLE, NY)
ON OCTOBER 28

‘TIMELESS” Album Artwork (Download HERE)

NYC-based trio NEVRLANDS touch on their humble beginnings, authentic hardships and down to earth way of life to craft timeless and sincere music that provides listeners with a positive escape and emotional release. Their lyrics consist of relatable themes including love, loss, struggle, triumph, strength, mental health, and self-acceptance, which intertwine succinctly with their unique sonic blend of in-your-face rock n’ roll, grooving alternative, and captivating pop sounds.

The NEVRLANDS trio—vocalist OKAN KAZDAL, guitarist LOUIE MALPELI, and drummer MIKEY PITTELLI—today (September 22) release their debut full-length LP TIMELESS via Better Noise Music. TIMELESS features two completely sonically and musically different producers/teams: alternative/indie rock team HEAVY (The Dirty Heads, Andrew McMahon and the Wilderness, lovelytheband), and ZK Productions (Jimmy Eat World, Mayday Parade, Cartel, All Time Low). Mixing was also divided between Jay Baumgardner (Bush, Seether, Helmet) in Los Angeles, CA and Nick ‘Squids’ Squillante (Hozier, Aloe Blacc, Dirty Heads) in Brooklyn, NY, who also mastered the entire album. Stream/download TIMELESS now digitally or grab a copy on CD (pictured below) HERE.

NEVRLANDS have shared the lyric video for title track “Timeless” streaming below or available directly on YouTube HERE. It follows two previously released songs: “Chemicals” and the debut track “Stay” which Wolf In A Suit praised stating, “There’s something about the track that just hits the spot from the moment you press play…It’s a one-of-a-kind soundscape bound to be a fan favorite and a perfect way to explore the magic of their infectious sound.”

“‘Timeless’ for us is the defining song of the album,” shares NEVRLANDS collectively. “It’s the song that started it all for us, the first domino to fall. At the time it was written, it was our first foray into a new sound and a new energy for Nevrlands, making it a perfect fit for the album title track. ‘Timeless’ is a song about reigniting your passions and releasing yourself from the restraints of time to fulfill your purpose in life.It fully illustrates the spirit of Nevrlands.”

NEVRLANDS have previously toured across the U.S. on Vans Warped Tour as well as opening for acts including Allstar Weekend and Jake Miller. The trio will host a special record release show on Saturday, October 28 in Amityville, NY at Amityville Music Hall for fans 16+ at 4:30pm followed by an intimate 21+ after party and hang with the band which includes an open bar and food at Nostalgia Bar in Bethpage, NY. Tickets for both events are on sale now HERE.

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TIMELESS Track Listing
1. Timeless
2. Stay
3. Chemicals
4. Messed Up Summer
5. Sad Song
6. Gun Fight
7. Ghost of Me
8. I’ll Feel Better
9. Between Us
10. Hit The Floor
11. Fighters
12. Burn

NEVRLANDS
(Credit: Dani Sacco; Download HERE)

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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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September 22, 2023

EVA UNDER FIRE Releases ‘Love, Drugs & Misery – Deluxe Edition’ via Better Noise Music; Drops Ltd. Edition “Unstoppable” T-Shirt In Support of COVENANT HOUSE

DT: SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

FM: KELLY WALSH, MITCH SCHNEIDER/SRO PR

EVA UNDER FIRE
RELEASES
‘LOVE, DRUGS & MISERY – DELUXE EDITION’
TODAY, SEPTEMBER 22 VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC

BAND ANNOUNCE LIMITED EDITION
“UNSTOPPABLE” T-SHIRT
IN SUPPORT OF
COVENANT HOUSE;

“UNSTOPPABLE (FEAT. CORY MARKS)”
CURRENTLY AT #24 ON ROCK RADIO CHARTS
ANNOUNCE FIRST-EVER VINYL OFFERING OF
DEBUT ALBUM DUE DECEMBER 8;
PRE-ORDER AVAILABLE NOW HERE

FEMALE-FRONTED ROCK OUTFIT
SHARE LYRIC VIDEO FOR
“DEVIL IN DISGUISE”
WATCH HERE

LOVE, DRUGS & MISERY: DELUXE EDITION Cover Art (Download HERE)

Lauded as one of SIRIUS XM’s 2023 “Ones To Watch,” Detroit-based female-led rock outfit EVA UNDER FIRE have today (September 22) released the deluxe version of their acclaimed debut album LOVE, DRUGS & MISERY via Better Noise Music. The deluxe edition includes an additional 10 bonus tracks consisting of new acoustic tracks, remixes by Noise Machine, a cover of Black Sabbath’s “War Pigs,” and reimagined tracks featuring country rock labelmate Cory Marks. It also includes the newly streaming track “Devil In Disguise”. Watch the lyric video for “Devil In Disguise” streaming below or HERE.

“We worked so hard on this album; in 2020 we were all ready to release it, then the world shut down and put the brakes on everything,” shares vocalist EVA MARIE. “We had to start all over again in 2022 and now, a year after the release of ‘Love, Drugs & Misery,’ we are looking back and realizing what a wild, amazing ride it’s been. We’re out here playing in front of thousands of fans all around the world and hearing our songs on the radio! This deluxe album has all the things… a never heard before cover, songs that didn’t make it on the original album and some re-mixes too. So, to celebrate the first birthday of ‘Love, Drugs & Misery,’ we thought fans would love to hear all of that together on one special edition. Thank you to all of our fans! We hope you love it!”

To co-align with the deluxe release, EVA UNDER FIRE are excited to reveal the original version of LOVE, DRUGS & MISERY will be offered on vinyl for the first-ever time. A special yellow variant pressing will be released via Better Noise Music on December 8; pre-orders are now available HERE.

EVA UNDER FIRE’s current single “Unstoppable (feat. Cory Marks)” has landed in the Top 25 tracks at Active Rock Radio this week at #24. Earlier this week, the band announced the release of a limited-edition “Unstoppable” t-shirt as part of Spotify’s “Band Shirt Day.” EVA UNDER FIRE have partnered with the non-profit organization Covenant House that provides shelter and resources to youth facing homelessness and will be donating a portion of proceeds to their cause.

“Covenant House always appreciates when members of our community choose to share our mission and our work with others, especially when their network is loyal like that of Eva Under Fire,” says Covenant House International CEO BILL BEDROSSIAN. “We are grateful to be a part of the campaign, which is so fitting for the youth at Covenant House who have faced challenges and have worked so hard to rise from adversity now and in the future.”

Grab the limited-edition “Unstoppable” shirt (pictured below) before it’s gone at https://evaunderfire.myshopify.com/collections/all.

EVA UNDER FIRE recently opened for acts including Pop Evil and Finger Eleven and will next perform two sold-out hometown shows at the famous Flint, MI venue The Machine Shop with Taproot. Earlier this week the band announced a winter tour supporting rock mainstays Bush alongside Better Noise Music labelmates Bad Wolves. See all upcoming dates listed below.

EVA UNDER FIRE Tour Dates
9/30 Flint, MI – The Machine Shop # SOLD OUT
10/1 Flint, MI – The Machine Shop # SOLD OUT
11/3 Hampton Beach, NH – Wally’s #
11/4 New York, NY – Gramercy Theater #
11/14 Orlando, FL – Hard Rock Live ^
11/15 Clearwater, FL – Ruth Eckerd Hall ^
11/17 Durham, NC – DPAC ^
11/18 Hershey, PA – Hershey Theater ^
11/19 Syracuse, NY – Landmark Theater ^
11/21 Providence, RI – Providence Performing Arts Center ^
11/24 Peterborough, ON – Peterborough Memorial Centre ^
11/25 Hamilton, ON – First Canadian Centre ^
11/26 Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE ^
11/28 Madison, WI – The Sylvee ^
11/30 Omaha, NE – Steelhouse Omaha ^
12/3 Billings, MT – MetraPark ^
12/5 Vancouver, BC – Orpheum Theatre ^
12/6 Spokane, WA – The Fox Theater ^
^ with Bush and Bad Wolves
# with Taproot

EVA UNDER FIRE (Download HERE)
Credit: Jeremy Saffer

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ABOUT COVENANT HOUSE
In 34 cities across five countries, Covenant House builds bridges to hope for young people facing homelessness and survivors of human trafficking, meeting their immediate needs for food, clothing, protection, and medical care and supporting them to advance their goals of education and employment on their journey to independence and self-reliance. Founded as a drop-in center in New York City in 1972, Covenant House now serves thousands of children and youth every year in our residential, outreach, and drop-in programs. This year, Covenant House will provide nearly 800,000 nights of safe housing. https://www.covenanthouse.org/

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September 18, 2023

BAD WOLVES and EVA UNDER FIRE To Join BUSH on Winter “Nowhere To Go But Everywhere” North American Tour; Tickets On Sale Friday, Sept. 22 @ 10 AM (Local Time)

DT: SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

FM: KELLY WALSH, MITCH SCHNEIDER/SRO PR

PLATINUM-CERTIFED ROCK OUTFIT
BAD WOLVES
&
RISING FEMALE-FRONTED ROCK GROUP
EVA UNDER FIRE
TO JOIN BRITISH ROCK ICONS BUSH
ON WINTER NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
NOVEMBER 14 – DECEMBER 16

TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
AT 10:00 A.M. LOCAL TIME

BAD WOLVES’ FOURTH FULL-LENGTH ALBUM
‘DIE ABOUT IT’
DUE NOVEMBER 3
VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC
PRE-ORDER IT HERE;
NEW SINGLE “LEGENDS NEVER DIE” OFFICIALLY ADDED TO ROCK RADIO FOLLOWING 5X #1 SINGLES & MULTIPLE TOP 10 HITS

EVA UNDER FIRE’S DELUXE VERSION OF 2022 DEBUT
‘LOVE, DRUGS & MISERY’
DUE SEPTEMBER 22 VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC,
PRE-ORDER IT HERE

Platinum-certified, 5x #1 Hard Rock radio-charting rockers BAD WOLVES and rising female-fronted rock outfit EVA UNDER FIRE, who are both signed to Better Noise Music, will join British rock staple BUSH on tour across the U.S. and Canada this winter. The 15-date tour launches November 14 in Orlando, FL and wraps December 6 in Spokane, WA. Tickets go on sale this Friday, September 22 at 10:00 AM (local time) at https://badwolvesnation.com/pages/tour and/or https://evaunderfire.os.fan/. Dates are as follows:

NOWHERE TO GO BUT EVERYWHERE Tour
11/14 Orlando, FL – Hard Rock Live
11/15 Clearwater, FL – Ruth Eckerd Hall
11/17 Durham, NC – DPAC
11/18 Hershey, PA – Hershey Theater
11/19 Syracuse, NY – Landmark Theater
11/21 Providence, RI – Providence Performing Arts Center
11/22 Buffalo, NY – Town Ballroom *
11/24 Peterborough, ON – Peterborough Memorial Centre
11/25 Hamilton, ON – First Canadian Centre
11/26 Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE
11/28 Madison, WI – The Sylvee
11/30 Omaha, NE – Steelhouse Omaha
12/1 Welch, MN – Treasure Island Resort & Casino ^
12/3 Billings, MT – MetraPark
12/5 Vancouver, BC – Orpheum Theatre
12/6 Spokane, WA – The Fox Theater
^ Bad Wolves & Bush only
* Eva Under Fire & Bush only

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(l-r): Kyle Konkiel, DL, Doc Coyle, John Boecklin
Credit: Wombat (Download HERE)

BAD WOLVES stretch the boundaries of hard rock with earthquaking heaviness, enigmatic experimentation, and enthralling melodies on their upcoming fourth full-length album DIE ABOUT IT due November 3 via BETTER NOISE MUSIC. Pre-order’s for DIE ABOUT IT are available now on digital download, CD, cassette and/or three vinyl color variants at https://badwolves.ffm.to/dieaboutit.

The group–John Boecklin (drums), Daniel “DL” Laskiewicz (lead vocals), Doc Coyle (lead guitar, backing vocals) and Kyle Konkiel (bass, backing vocals)—recorded DIE ABOUT IT with trusted collaborator Josh Gilbert (As I Lay Dying) who co-produced the album alongside BOECKLIN and DL. The band led the release with the crushingly heavy track “Bad Friends”—a song about cutting out toxic relationships—and their igniting official radio single “Legends Never Die” was the #1 Most Added at rock radio last week and is currently climbing the charts. It follows their five previous #1 singles and multiple Top 10 tracks.

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EVA UNDER FIRE (Download HERE)
Credit: Jeremy Saffer

Emerging Detroit-based rock outfit EVA UNDER FIRE will celebrate the one-year anniversary of their critically acclaimed 2O22 debut album LOVE, DRUGS & MISERY with a deluxe edition due September 22 via Better Noise Music. Pre-orders for LOVE, DRUGS & MISERY: DELUXE EDITION are available now via digital download at https://evaunderfire.ffm.to/lovedrugsmiserydeluxe.

The deluxe album features guest appearances from Spencer Charnas (Ice Nine Kills), Matt Brandyberry (From Ashes To New), Jonathan Dörr (formerly of Ego Kill Talent) and Cory Marks in addition to new acoustic tracks, remixed tracks by Noise Machine and a cover of Black Sabbath’s “War Pigs.” EVA shared one of the bonus tracks—a refreshed version of their passionate single “Unstoppable” featuring country rocker Cory Marks on August 4 which is currently making its way up the rock radio charts.

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September 15, 2023

HYRO THE HERO Reveals Music Video for Title Track “Bound For Glory (feat. Markus Videsäter of Solence)” To Celebrate Album Release Today via Better Noise Music

DT: SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

FM: KELLY WALSH / MITCH SCHNEIDER, SRO PR

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HYRO THE HERO
CELEBRATES RELEASE OF SOPHOMORE ALBUM
‘BOUND FOR GLORY’
VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC
WITH HOMETOWN SHOW TONIGHT (9/15) IN HOUSTON, TX

RAP-ROCKER REVEALS MUSIC VIDEO FOR
TITLE TRACK
“BOUND FOR GLORY”
FEAT. MARKUS VIDESÄTER OF SOLENCE
WATCH HERE

NEW ALBUM FEATURES SPECIAL GUESTS INCLUDING
DAVID DRAIMAN (DISTURBED), BRANDON SALLER (ATREYU), CHAD GREY (HELLYEAH), SPENCER CHARNAS (ICE NINE KILLS), REDDSTAR AND MORE

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Bound For Glory Album Artwork (Download HERE); Photo Credit: Simon Grumal

Houston, TX-born and France-based rap rock sensation HYRO THE HERO will celebrate the release of his sophomore full-length album BOUND FOR GLORY via Better Noise Music with a hometown performance tonight, September 15, at House of Blues on the Live Nation-produced “SPIRITS 2023” tour with labelmates NOTHING MORE.

On BOUND FOR GLORY, HYRO collaborates with some of the leading names in rock including David Draiman (Disturbed), Brandon Saller (Atreyu), Chad Gray (HELLYEAH), Spencer Charnas and Dan Sugarman (Ice Nine Kills), REDDSTAR, AJ (Fire From The Gods) and Markus Videsäter (Solence). Several of these artists, in addition to artists who collaborated on his 2022 KIDS AGAINST THE MONSTERS EP shared praise for HYRO as quoted below.

“I’m incredibly honored. Hyro is a truly amazing artist and I had a blast working with him. This track is exactly what the world needs right now. It’s time to believe again.”
– David Draiman (Disturbed)

“It’s always nice to collaborate with up-and-coming talent, especially when you’re a genuine fan. I was stoked to hop on this song with Hyro The Hero. He embodies what a true artist is meant to do: make you feel something. This song is a great reminder that we’re stronger together when facing our demons.”
– Corey Taylor

“A fireball of energy, a sharp lyricist and an infectious personality. If you haven’t heard of HYRO already you’ve been missing out! This new album is catchy, groove laden, fun and full of talent. Best enjoyed at loud volumes!”
-Benjamin Bruce (Asking Alexandria)

Produced by Matt Good (Asking Alexandria, Hollywood Undead), BOUND FOR GLORY’s 12 tracks consist of a trendsetting hybrid of hip-hop and hard rock spiked with punk topped with unbreakable lyricism and undeniable choruses. Stream/download BOUND FOR GLORY now digitally or grab a copy on CD or Coke Bottle Green vinyl (pictured below) at https://hyrothehero.ffm.to/boundforglory.

Reflecting on his new album, HYRO says “Issues may arise when you feel it in your gut that you were meant to do something great. It’s not a matter of ‘if,’ it’s a matter of ‘when.’ All obstacles and failures are lessons down the road to achieve what you set out for. Some may reach them before you, but that is their story not yours. I live this; being in this industry for so long and seeing others surpass me on my journey doesn’t matter; I know, in my heart, I’m ‘Bound for Glory.’”

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“I had such a blast getting in the studio recording ‘Fight’ with Hyro. The verses he wrote were so compelling to me. I knew right when I heard it, that this is the track I wanted to be a part of – I’m so proud of Hyro and this track. And it’s always nice when the melody and lyrics write themselves. That’s always the sign of a great song. “
– Chad Gray (HELLYEAH)

HYRO has today released the music video for the album’s pummeling title track, “Bound For Glory (feat. Markus Videsäter of Solence).” Watch it streaming below or via YouTube HERE.

“Hyro first got put on my radar maybe seven years ago by a good friend Fred Archambault. Since then I sort of had my eye on what he was doing. Last summer we did the Disrupt Festival with Hyro and he blew me away at every show. His energy was amazing and we immediately hit it off. When the opportunity came to be on a track with him I had no hesitations. This song has such a vibe to it and has so much power and I’m stoked to be a part of it.”
- Brandon Saller (Atreyu)

“All I kept hearing from my people is how sick Hyro the Hero is so I checked him out at The Viper Room…it reminded me of the first time I saw Rage Against the Machine. It was just off the chain unbridled energy, and I knew I wanted to be a part of and was lucky enough to be asked.” – Spencer Charnas (Ice Nine Kills)

Long before mosh pits regularly broke out at rap shows and metal samples abounded throughout the culture, HYRO THE HERO was collaborating with members of At The Drive-In and Blood Brothers as well as era-defining producer Ross Robinson (Slipknot, Korn) on his independently released EP BIRTH, SCHOOL, WORK, DEATH in 2011. The latter generated applause from BBC, Kerrang!, and Alternative Press who touted him as one of “19 Underrated Bands From The 2010s Who Deserve Another Listen.” In its wake, he blasted off with “Bullet,” posting north of 15 million-plus streams and paving the way for his 2018 debut album FLAGGED CHANNEL. He asserted himself as the rare outlier who could shine on a track with Hollywood Undead, Lil’ Keke, and AWOLNATION or Islander, Fozzy, and James “Munky” Shaffer of Korn. Flexing his versatility, he featured on “Cheatcode” by Black Tiger Sex Machine x Hairitage, generating 7.3 million Spotify streams. Meanwhile, his 2022 KIDS AGAINST THE MONSTERS EP via Better Noise Music boasted an assist from Corey Taylor of Slipknot, and the legendary Mötley Crüe tapped him for “Who’s That Playing On The Radio?” for THE RETALIATORS ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK. At the same time, he packed houses on his own and became a festival favorite at Welcome to Rockville, Carolina Rebellion, Shiprocked!, and more

“‘Head Under Water’ is as authentic and real as a song can get. The second I heard this track; I knew I needed to be a part of it. Feeding off of the raw rock energy, I dug deep to bring as many melodic and off the wall guitar elements to the table as I possibly could. Playing through a slurred drunken swagger, the solo and guitar playing gets more concise and razor sharp as the song progresses. Hyro and Reddstar spit the sickest flows and heaviest lyrics I’ve ever heard, and that meant that I needed to do the same. Considering that moments before I started write and record, I got a call from my doctor with the most terrifying medical news that a person could get – I poured myself into this solo, and into this song. I know ‘Head Under Water’ will hit you like it hit me, because this feeling is so real for so many of us.”
– Dan Sugarman (Ice Nine Kills)

“I knew when I heard this track that we had something. Not only does the song have a lot of meaning but I like how me and Hyro approached it from our own perspectives. I do believe when people listen to this that so many will be able to connect or relate to it on multiple levels.”
– Reddstar

Catch HYRO on tour throughout September with NOTHING MORE, Dead Poet Society and Post Profit in the U.S. before he returns to France, where he resides, for two headlining shows in December. Tickets can be found at www.hyrothehero.com.

HYRO THE HERO TOUR DATES
9/15 Houston, TX – House of Blues *
9/16 San Antonio, TX – Aztec Theatre *
9/18 Mobile, AL – Soul Kitchen Music Hall *
9/19 Huntsville, AL – Mars Music Hall *
9/20 Knoxville, TN – The Mill & Mine *
9/22 Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Revolution *
9/23 Orlando, FL – House of Blues *
9/25 Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore *
12/7 Nantes, FR – Le Ferrailleur
12/8 Nantes, FR – Le Ferrailleur
* with Nothing More, Dead Poet Society & Post Profit

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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 (formerly Eleven Seven 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, AWOLNATION, All Good Things, 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.

In 2021, Better Noise Music dominated Billboard’s Year End charts in the rock space, landing at #1 on the Mainstream Rock Imprint, Hard Rock Songs Imprint, Hard Rock Songs Label charts and ranked as one of the top Mainstream Rock Label for the year.

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