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Alternative, and progressive metal power-duo (guitarist Kyle Neeley and drummer Paul Christiansen), Pathos & Logos are back with a brand-new single called ‘Let Me Go’, due to be released on February 14th, 2025. The single features two alternate versions (Hunter’s Moon Version and an Instrumental Version) and is the first taste of the band’s new release, ‘Gospel’.

‘Gospel’ will be released on June 20th, 2025, and is the much anticipated follow up to the power duo’s acclaimed 2022 EP of instrumentals, ‘Cult’.

Mixed by Kyle Neeley (The Black Dahlia Murder, In This Moment) and mastered by Ryan Williams (Slayer, Kardishev), ‘Gospel’ is a landmark album for the duo. It is the first Pathos & Logos release to feature vocals! Both members taking turns singing darkly introspective lyrics that will satisfy fans of Stephen King as much it will fans of Spiritbox.

This is just one aspect of the evolved Pathos & Logos that we discuss in this hour-long interview with guitarist/vocalist Kyle Neeley and drummer/vocalist Paul Christiansen. We also get the details about Gospel, the journey that the duo have been on over the past few years, what this new direction means to them, and so much more.

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Belfast-based horror garage punk band A.N.J.A., known for their explosive live performances and unapologetically raw sound, has released their newest single, ‘When You’re The Worst You’re The Best’, just in time for a rebellious Valentine’s Day celebration.

The track, a fiery and unapologetic anthem of fearless rebellion, dives into love’s darker, wilder side. Featuring groovy garage riffs, nonchalant yet volcanic vocals, and provocative lyrics. It’s both a celebration of chaotic passion and a call to embrace glorious debauchery. This track cements A.N.J.A.’s status as one of the most dynamic punk acts in the Irish scene.

We spoke to Anja, the vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter of the band, about the new single and how it came about. Delving into the sexy and seedy side of its inspiration, while also learning more about the history of A.N.J.A. as a whole. We also talk about the Irish scene, being a DIY band, the live experience and why it matters, and so much more.

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UK extreme metallers Abduction will release their highly anticipated new album, Existentialismus, on 21st February 2025, via Candlelight.

Following their explosive 2022 album, ‘Black Blood’, which showcased the band's fiercely expansive sound, Abduction are now poised to push their musical boundaries even further. On the face of it, Existentialismus is actually a return to more stripped-down mechanics, and yet it is arguably the band’s most electrifying, emotionally complex and personal recording to date.

Extreme music has never sounded so appealing as it does on this new Abduction record. A band synonymous with bleak and black brutality, they continue to push the boundaries of metal with Existentialismus. Not only finding deeper and darker depths to explore but showcasing a more introspective soundscape. This is Abduction at their most personal, stripped back in grisly style, but retaining all the fire and fury that long term fans have come to expect.

We spoke to vocalist and founder A|V, finding out a bit more about the new release and how it has come about. Delving into some of the themes and feelings behind the record, how pivotal a moment this is Abduction, working as more cohesive unit, and so much more.

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Conquer Divide have just revealed their latest single, ‘Bad Dreams’ featuring Michigan metalcore heroes Of Virtue. The single comes ahead of their U.K. and European tour dates with Ankor from February 7th to March 16th. This, following their late January UK tour with New Years Day.

The song combines Conquer Divide’s ability to mix luscious and captivating vocals and hooks with their crushing intensity, both musically and lyrically, on this introspective slab of inner turmoil, which is complemented by Of Virtue’s vocalists Tyler Ennis and Damon Tate’s melodic turned raging contributions.

A Deluxe Edition of their most recent album ‘Slow Burn’ was released digitally on September 27th and featured an additional six recordings.

About Slow Burn, we described it as:

A statement making album, Conquer Divide are eyeing up big things in their future and have one hell of an album that will help push them upwards. Slow Burn is a brash and vibrant showcase of modern anthemic sounds, oozing relatable honesty and passion from beginning to end. The band doing a good job of blending chaotic dynamism and animated melody across its twelve tracks.

Read our full review here: https://www.gbhbl.com/album-review-conquer-divide-slow-burn-mascot-records/

We spoke to guitarist Kristen Sturgis about the success they have enjoyed, the new single, the tour with New Years Day, the tour with Ankor, and so much more!

Tour dates supporting Ankor, Feb-March 2025:

Fri, Feb 7 - Club Volta, Köln, Germany

Sat, Feb 8 - Frannz Club, Berlin, Germany

Sun, Feb 9 - De Helling, Utrecht, Netherlands

Tue, Feb 11 - Asylum, Birmingham, United Kingdom

Wed, Feb 12 - Classic Grand, Glasgow, United Kingdom

Thu, Feb 13 - Think Tank, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Fri, Feb 14 -The Underworld, London, United Kingdom

Sat, Feb 15 - Rebellion, Manchester, United Kingdom

Sun, Feb 16 - Fleece, Bristol, United Kingdom

Tue, Feb 18 - Petit Bain, Paris, France

Wed, Feb 19 - Rex de Toulouse, Toulouse, France

Thu, Feb 20 - Copernico, Madrid, Spain

Fri, Feb 21 - Apolo, Barcelona, Spain

Mon, Feb 24 - Legend Club, Milano, Italy

Tue, Feb 25 - Kiff, Aarau, Switzerland

Thu, Feb 27 - Barba Negra, Budapest, Hungary

Fri, Feb 28 - Flex, Vienna, Austria

Sat, Mar 1 - Feierwerk, Munich, Germany

Sun, Mar 2 - Im Wizemann, Stuttgart, Germany

Tue, Mar 4 - Storm Club, Prague, Czech Republic

Wed, Mar 5 - Hydrozagadka, Warszawa, Poland

Fri, Mar 7 - Melna Piektdiena, Rīga, Latvia

Sat, Mar 8 - On The Rocks, Helsinki, Finland

Mon, Mar 10 - Kollektivet Livet, Stockholm, Sweden

Tue, Mar 11 - John Dee, Oslo, Norway

Wed, Mar 12 - Pumpehuset, Copenhagen, Denmark

Thu, Mar 13 - Logo, Hamburg, Germany

Fri, Mar 14 - Chemiefabrik, Dresden, Germany

Sat, Mar 15 - Colos-Saal, Aschaffenburg, Germany

Sun, Mar 16 - DVG Club, Kortrijk, Belgium

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When Black Orchid Empire have new music, we all pay attention. They create huge, memorable rock music that combines heavy-hitting savagery with intense melodic beauty. Their technical, fearlessly complex grooves and gigantic sing-along choruses have already earned them a widespread fanbase.

It’s not just on record though either, as they are a ferociously tight live band. Having toured Europe and the UK extensively, supporting Skunk Anansie, HED P.E, INME, Cellar Darling and Black Map as well as festival slots at Download, Standon Calling, Tech Fest, Teddy Rocks and Planet Rockstock.

Following on from album releases with Long Branch Records and Season of Mist, the band have now sign with a brand-new label and have released the song ‘Angelfire’, the first single from their upcoming album. The single release also comes ahead of their highly anticipated Spring UK tour.

We spoke to guitarist and vocalist, Paul about the new single. Not just delving into the creative process but finding out more about the band’s long-term plans and why it is so exciting. We also talk about how Black Orchid Empire have got to this point in time, the work that goes into creating something, being so ‘hands on’, and so much more.

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TheCityIsOurs, the 5-piece pop/metal dynamo from London, amplify their already rising trajectory with their highly anticipated third album, ‘Will You Still Love Me’, out 31st January 2025.

An unstoppable force with a ton of momentum behind them, it’s TheCityIsOurs, and Will You Still Love Me is going to be another huge release for them. While not a million miles away from what they’ve done before, here, it’s so much more refined. You can really tell they understand their sound and how to get the best out of it, especially when pop and metal are such opposing forces. Yet, when done well, they fit together so nicely and TheCityIsOurs are doing it nicely indeed.

You can read our full review here: https://www.gbhbl.com/album-review-thecityisours-will-you-still-love-me-arising-empire/

We spoke to guitarist Mikey and vocalist Oli about the new record and the work that has gone into it. The journey to this point has been a long and winding road with a lot of stops on the way, and we also discuss with the band just how much of a defining experience it has been for them. As well as how this has set up the future of the band, and so much more.

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Acclaimed Swedish rockers The Night Flight Orchestra released their seventh studio album and Napalm Records debut, ‘Give Us the Moon’, on January 31st, 2025.

The 13-track album takes the listener on an exciting sonic journey, balancing between uplifting escapism and captivating stories inspired by real life events. The album's themes span the likes of heroines and temptresses to liberation and romantic nostalgia, set to backdrops of abandoned cities and cosmic tides.

Fans are going to love this, and likely crow about it as loudly as ever, rightfully so. However, critics won’t find much to change their minds. It’s The Night Flight Orchestra and having fun is still the name of the game.

Read our full review here: https://www.gbhbl.com/album-review-the-night-flight-orchestra-give-us-the-moon-napalm-records/

We had the pleasure of speaking with vocalist and frontman, Björn Strid, a few days before the album was released. We spoke about the new record, the highs and lows of its creation, dealing with the loss of guitarist David Andersson, their mammoth European tour, and so much.

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Mixing dark electronica with sonic guitars, Call Me Amour craft their music to evoke emotion. Inspire and be inspired – whether that be through a feeling, losing yourself at a live show, finding a memory, or a change.

The alt-rock UK four-piece will release their self-titled EP on February 7th, 2025, via Circular Wave Records. A release that features the immense tracks Good Day (Ft Mikey Chapman) from Mallory Knox and Bloom (Ft. Scott Kennedy)' from Bleed from Within.

In addition to the EP release, the band will be joining Set It Off as support on their EU and UK tour beginning in February 2025 and finishing up in March 2025. The tour will wrap up with eight UK shows, including two nights at the Electric Ballroom in London.

This tour, as well as the upcoming EP, and the previously released singles, are some of what we discuss in this interview with guitarist Geoff Murphy. We also delve into the feelings that surround this band, not just from the members, but from the crowds that flock to their shows, and so much more.

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In the liminal space where dreams flirt with reality and light dissolves into shadow, Acid Magus, Pretoria’s own experimental rock mavericks, emerge with ‘Scatterling Empire’, a monumental ode to defiance, culture, and the unrelenting spirit of resistance. Set to release on February 21st, 2025 via Mongrel Records, the album is an intricate tapestry of sound, philosophy, and storytelling—a psychedelic journey through the fragmented pieces of history and humanity.

The inspiration for Scatterling Empire is deeply rooted in the complexities of human history, particularly the devastation wrought by colonial conquest.

It is this and the creative process that we delve into here. We spoke to bassist Roelof Van Tonder and drummer Jethro Vlag, discussing the highs and lows of the album’s creation, the past few years, the future, and so much more.

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Building on three promising and acclaimed EPs, the menacing Hertfordshire quartet that is Praetorian return with their debut full length album ‘Pylon Cult’. Out on January 31st, 2025, through APF Records. Produced and engineered by Wayne Adams (Petbrick, Big Lad, Wasted Death) at London's Bear Bites Horse Studio (home to Green Lung, TORPOR, Vacuous, Shooting Daggers and many more).

Take sludge, doom, black, death, hardcore, thrash, and speed, blend it together until you get a brownish, sticky paste that smells as bad as it looks. Yet, it’s so appealing because you know it’s going to feel so good when it slides down your throat. Say hello to Praetorian and their obnoxious, but lovable, debut album, Pylon Cult.

You can read our full review of the album here: https://www.gbhbl.com/album-review-praetorian-pylon-cult-apf-records/

We spoke to guitarist Mark and vocalist Tom, getting the lowdown on the new album and all the work that went into it. We discuss experimentation, challenges, having fun, and so much more.

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