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LORD OF THE LOST Indulge in Darkness with Multifaceted New Single “Bazaar Bizarre”

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LORD OF THE LOST indulge in darkness with the complex “Bazaar Bizarre”, the latest single off their upcoming studio album OPVS NOIR Vol. 1, out this Friday, August 8, 2025 via Napalm Records. Appropriately opulent, the album opener “Bazaar Bizarre” immediately proves the bands’ sonic recalibration, re-adding their early edge to create somber mysticism in irresistible guise. LORD OF THE LOST hauntingly unite the children of the night in a sophisticated anthem, reassuring: No one lost behind.
 
“Bazaar Bizarre” ornately crafts a new doorway into LORD OF THE LOST’s ever expanding universe – a testament to their ability to constantly uncover new angles while staying true to their roots. Following the success of their #1 album Blood & Glitter (Official German Album Charts) and their celebrated appearance in the finals of the Eurovision Song Contest 2023, LORD OF THE LOST continue to push boundaries with unmatchable versatility. OPVS NOIR Vol. 1 is the first album of an exciting album trilogy, featuring several strictly limited special editions.
 
Chris Harms on “Bazaar Bizarre”:
“‘Bazaar Bizarre’ is too long, too complex, and too weird to be an album opener—almost like a mix between an acoustic hidden-object painting by Hieronymus Bosch, Apocalypse Now, and the underground troll market from the Hellboy universe. Everything hurts and is somehow eerie, but at the same time too fascinating to want to escape.
We could’ve picked a simple and accessible song to kick things off—but we didn’t want that. We wanted a long cinematic trailer for the ears, one that instantly makes it clear what kind of world all three parts of OPVS NOIR will drag you into. And ‘Bazaar Bizarre’ captures that perfectly—sonically, and in the music video, also visually—covering the full spectrum of our upcoming trilogy.”
Watch the Official Music Video for “Bazaar Bizarre” NOW:

What is the essence of LORD OF THE LOST in 2025? That is one of the questions OPVS NOIR Vol. 1 fearlessly begins to answer. Once again, the band proves not only musical excellence but also masterful craftsmanship: produced by Chris Harms, recorded, mixed, and mastered at the legendary CHAMELEON STUDIOS in Hamburg, the 11 tracks hit with a force and brilliance that immediately transport us into a dark yet colorful ballroom. From there, the tone is set: Dark Wave Metal on an amphitheater scale.
 
Chris Harms about the album:
“Darkness, melancholy, loneliness – all words that often have negative connotations, that we may associate with danger, sadness and loss, and not without reason. But darkness can also be security, melancholy the warm and sentimental feeling of our memories, and loneliness becomes necessary silence, peace and inner contemplation. OPVS NOIR is a travel guide, or perhaps also a travelogue, through the dark sides of our inner world, which so often move precisely in the area of tension between what we emotionally categorize as positive or negative. And with Vol. 1, all of this is just the beginning of this 3-part journey…”

ART OF ATTRITION Kick-Off “The Subservient Bloodletting Tour” w/ Beguiler + New Single “Subserviate & Decay”

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Red Deer, AB extreme metal outfit Art of Attrition are hitting the road across Canada, east to the west this May for “The Subservient Bloodletting Tour” along with 2024 Wacken Metal Battle Canada Champions, Toronto, ON’s Beguiler (dates listed below – info). This cross-country trek marks a new chapter for both bands as they expand their reach, unleashing their most punishing sets and new songs to unveil. Enter the mosh pit for these two bands’ audio assaults of some good ol’ extreme sonic carnage!

Art of Attrition recently unleashed their latest single, “Subserviate & Decay”. The track showcases the band’s signature blend of relentless brutality and melodic complexity while pushing into bold new territory.

“Subserviate & Decay” delivers the classical Art of Attrition sound that fans have come to expect – a devastating combination of 8-string guitars, gravity blast beats, and guttural vocals – before taking an unexpected turn after the bridge breakdown. The band expands:

“It is modern primitive. It embodies all you love about Art of Attrition and then slaps you in the face with a caveman club. We loved writing this song, recording the parts, and developing its uniqueness in our catalog. It serves as a visceral reminder of the necessity of internal self-love and confidence.”

Since their formation in 2019, Art of Attrition has carved out their niche in the extreme metal landscape; their 2023 debut album “The Void Eternal” and 2024’s “…And It Will All End Forever” established them as a force in the technical deathcore scene. The single represents a conscious step outside the band’s comfort zone, incorporating elements from other genres they love. It is especially recommended for fans of Lorna Shore, Aversions Crown, and Kublai Khan.

Watch and listen to the video for “Subserviate & Decay” via TheCirclepit:

The Subservient Bloodletting Tour w/ Art of Attrition, Beguiler​
May 2 – La Source de la Martinière – Quebec City, QC
May 3 – Piranha Bar – Montréal, QC
May 4 – Taverne Royale – Trois Rivières, QC
May 7 – The Union – Kitchener, ON
May 8 – Queens Nightclub – Barrie, ON
May 9 – Dominion House – Windsor, ON
May 10 – Sneaky Dee’s – Toronto, ON
May 11 – Dominion Tavern – Ottawa, ON
May 14 – SideStage – Winnipeg, MB
May 15 – Black Cat Tavern – Saskatoon, SK
May 16 – The Vat – Red Deer, AB
May 17 – Dickens – Calgary, AB
May 23 – Starlite Temple – Edmonton, ABMay 24 – The Cobalt – Vancouver, BC

KRATORNAS Announces “Ravaged by Hurakaan” Vinyl & Cassette Demo Ahead of Upcoming Album “God of the Tribes” Out August 2025

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Saskatoon, Canada’s Kratornas is set to unleash a special vinyl demo on May 20th and remix cassette on May 30th, 2025, through Grathila Records. These releases serve as a prelude to the highly anticipated full-length album “God of the Tribes,” scheduled for release on August 20th, 2025. The mastermind behind Kratornas comments:

“This album marks a turning point for KRATORNAS. Not because it tries to be “different” but because it couldn’t have come out any other way. Every part of this release came together naturally. The sound, the pacing, the tension… it wrote itself, shaped by instinct and intention. This album is unlike the usual Kratornas, so anyone expecting it to sound like “early Kratornas” will be disappointed.

The 7″ vinyl demo features “Ravaged by Hurakaan” on Side A, with Side B containing an instrumental “Drum and Bass” version of the same track. This vinyl-exclusive release will not be available in digital format, making it a true collector’s item for dedicated fans. Simultaneously, Kratornas will release a remix of the track on cassette. Both the vinyl and the upcoming album were mastered by Dan Swanö (Edge of Sanity).

“Ravaged by Hurakaan” serves as track #3 on the upcoming full-length album “God of the Tribes,” giving fans an early taste of what to expect from the new material. Unlike previous Kratornas releases known for their “superfast brutality,” this new material focuses on build-up and atmosphere, showcasing a significant evolution in sound.

The new material features previously unexplored instrumentation, including a 7-string guitar for L/R channels and a 6-string fretless bass, moving away from blast beats and heavily distorted guitars toward a more nuanced approach. Black Metal fans, especially those with an interest in “being progressive”, should take note.

Vinyl and cassette pre-orders are available at https://kratornas.bandcamp.com/album/ravaged-by-hurakaan-7ep-2025

MIDNIGHT To Release Steel, Rust And Disgust Covers Album

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Cleveland‘s favorite filth metal practitioners, MIDNIGHT, will unleash Steel, Rust And Disgust on May 23rd via Metal Blade Records.
 
One-man-army, Athenar, has been spewing out an ungodly racket, dropping countless demos, splits, EPs, and LPs and ultimately slaying the metal/punk underground with his own addictive brand of lust, grime, and sleaze for over two decades. The Steel, Rust And Disgust collective follows last year‘s chart topping Hellish Expectations full-length and features ten unique cover tracks alongside two new cuts.

Athenar comments, “The idea to record an album of all cover jams with a certain theme is nothing quite new. The original title for this album was gonna be Throw Ups as an homage to the David Bowie‘s Pin Ups album, also of covers. Although Throw Ups is only two syllables and I need six. I guess I could’ve called it Throw Downs Throw Outs Throw Ups, but that would be just fucking stupid.
 
“I just wanted to record some songs by bands who shared the same sights, sounds, and sewage of my region of birth,” he continues. “Some of these tunes you may have heard, some you may have not. So please, do yourself a favor and check out the original versions… if you want to transform into a total fucking slimebag that is!”
 
In advance of the record‘s official release, today MIDNIGHT presents the original track, “Cleveland Metal.” Notes Athenar, “’Cleveland‘ and ’metal.‘ Those two words flow together like molten steel. This title was directly taken from a compilation album of the same name released in 1983 on Clubside Records, pre Auburn Records. The song was written as an erotic love letter to the cursed city whence I was thrusted upon and its fellow inhabitants of subhumans.”
 
Watch MIDNIGHT‘s video for “Cleveland Metal,” directed by My Good Eye Visuals, HERE:

Steel, Rust And Disgust Track Listing:
1. Cleveland Metal
2. Iron Beast (Kratos cover)
3. I’m Insane (Synastryche cover)
4. Final Solution (Rocket From The Tombs cover)
5. Frenzy (Screamin’ Jay Hawkins cover)
6. Child Eaters (Rubber City Rebels cover)
7. 3rd Generation Nation (Dead Boys cover)
8. Rock N’ Roll Fever (David Allan Coe cover)
9. Carrions Keep (False Hope cover)
10. Black Leather Rock (Electric Eels cover)
11. Steel, Rust And Disgust
12. Agitated (Electric Eels cover)

Psychedelic Stoner Rock Trio STONE MACHINE ELECTRIC Signs With Argonauta Records

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Argonauta Records is thrilled to welcome Texas-based stoner rock trio Stone Machine Electric to its ever-growing roster of heavy, boundary-pushing artists! Renowned for their immersive and spacious brand of psychedelic jamming, which they have aptly named Doom Jazz, the band has been crafting their unique sonic identity since 2009.

Formed by Mark Kitchens and William (Dub) Irvin, Stone Machine Electric has been on an evolving journey, solidifying their lineup with the addition of bassist Erick Paxecko in 2023. Over the years, the band has independently released a demo, an EP, and five full-length albums, including their most recent record, The Inexplicable Vibrations of Frequencies Within the Cosmic Netherworld, which saw the light via Desert Records. Their dynamic and powerful live presence has also been captured on the album Vivere, released through Off The Record Label.

No strangers to the road, Stone Machine Electric has extensively toured their home state of Texas, making waves in Arizona, Oklahoma, and Louisiana, and sharing the stage with heavyweights like King Buffalo, Mothership, Wo Fat, and Jucifer. They have also left their mark on the Texas festival circuit, performing at End Hip End It, Fuzzed Out Fest, and Heavy Mash.

The band’s relentless dedication has garnered international attention from tastemakers such as The Obelisk and Doomed & Stoned, as well as praise from local media like Fort Worth Weekly, which described their sound as: “You can practically see Conan praying to Crom right before a battle.”

Now, with a new chapter unfolding, Stone Machine Electric is set to release their upcoming album Faces under the Argonauta Records banner. The band comments:

“We’re excited to work with Gero and Argonauta Records on releasing Faces as the next stop in our journey as Stone Machine Electric! It will be great to be a part of what Argonauta has contributed to the heavy underground and look forward to bringing our style of heavy into the fold of the other great bands that make up what this label is about. We are honored to work with Argonauta, and are looking forward to getting our new music out as far as it can reach.”

Stay tuned for more details on Faces, tour dates, and further announcements from Stone Machine Electric and Argonauta Records!

Metal Planet Media Talks To..MuRphry of Chain Code

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Can you tell us about the origin of the band name, a history of the band and a little bit about the various members?

I(MuRphry) started Chain Code in 2022 as a way of expressing my enjoyment of the progressive rock and science fiction genres.  I am the only member of the band, although I am open to that changing in the future if some other weirdos want to come aboard. Synthetic Outcomes, out October 1st of this year(links below), is the debut album.  I worked on it, along with the second full length that will see the light of day in 2025, for about a year and a half before I started to concern myself with the art.  I didn’t even have a name for the project, but I knew it had to work with the lyrical themes of technology overcoming humanity.   While I feel there is much to dislike about Star Wars, I took the name from one of the more reputable ventures in the canon, The Clone Wars/Bad Batch/Mandalorian, because it represents a way of using technology to control and monitor citizens and a great deal of the lyrics on Synthetic Outcomes concern the disastrous conclusions reached through subjugation to technology. 

Are you all from the same area? How did you get together as a band?

I wish I had some cool sci-fi answer to give you, about being born in the future and being sent back through time to eradicate machines that were erasing humanity, or being a man’s consciousness trapped inside a robot cop body, but I’m just a nerdy ass progressive rock fan who has called Milwaukee, Wisconsin home for the last 20 some years.

Who are your favourite artists/bands and how have they influenced your own sound?

When I started Chain Code, I started writing with the intention of crossing the career of incredibly underrated Adrian Belew(King Crimson, Solo, Talking Heads, Zappa, etc) with the odd metal stylings of Voivod(Nothingface onward in particular). However, during the writing process, I noticed there were other long-held influences of mine coming through.  I’ve always thought East Bay Ray of Dead Kennedys was a unique guitarist, and I definitely see moments of trying to emulate his style.  I’ve also always been a big Primus fan and noticed some of that influence creeping in, as well.  That being said, I’m a pretty big fan of music in general, so it’s always hard to say what exactly is rolling around in my brain.  I’m a big fan of both picking up an instrument and recording the first thing that comes out and meticulously planning songs.  I don’t argue with whatever process is working through me during any creative moment.

Did you always have the ambition to be a musician and in a band or did you originally have other plans?

I have played multiple instruments since early childhood and I cherish my creativity, but I have a career that is not related to music in the slightest. Music is both sacred and fun to me, but I’m not particularly concerned with whether or not people ‘get’ what I’m doing.

What songs or albums are on your current playlist?

This week I have listened to the following albums

The new Tony Levin single, Bringing It Down to the Bass

The new Jesus Lizard singles a bunch

Melvins-Houdini and Bad Moon Rising(also caught the Buzz/Dunn tour in Madison with JD of the Butthole Surfers opening and it was awesome)

Nile-The Underworld Awaits Us All

Random songs by Tennessee Ernie Ford and Al Hirt

Antipop by Primus

Toxicity by System of a Down

Bedtime for Democracy by Dead Kennedys

Paradise Lost-Medusa

Mudcrutch-I

Soundgarden-Down on the Upside

Jethro Tull-Benefit

StarGazer-Bound by Spells

Frank Zappa-Roxy and Elsewhere and Apostrophe(caught the Zappa Plays Zappa tour in Chicago last week and its as awesome)

and I’ve got Black Death Horizon by Obliteration and The White Death by Fleurety on deck.

Do you sing in the shower?

I feel comfortable singing in two places: 1. My home studio. 2. My home shower(much to my wife’s displeasure).   Despite the amount of singing I do in Chain Code, I don’t quite consider myself a singer. 

If you could play at any venue in the world where would you choose?

I would form a live lineup simply to play in the biker bar in Terminator 2.   However, I don’t see the possibility of being too faithful to the Chain Code albums in a live environment, as there are simply too many layers.  I’m not opposed to trying in the future, but right now my concern is just getting the albums out.

Do you have a favourite album? If so, what is it?

I have countless favourite albums.  Too many to choose from, as I listen to all kinds of metal, prog, rock, oldies, etc.  However, as it relates to progressive rock, and the influences of Chain Code,  I would say my favourites are

King Crimson(every album)

ELP-Brain Salad Surgery

Genesis-Selling England by the Pound

Mike Oldfield-Ommadawn

Yes-Close to the Edge

Voivod-Killing Technology or, as it relates specifically to Chain Code, Nothingface or The Outer Limits

Do you have any guilty pleasure songs/albums?

Nope.  I like what I like, no shame involved. Some of my more prog-minded friends find extreme metal to be too much, and some of my extreme metal friends can’t stand Kate Bush.  Whatever. 

If you were putting together the greatest show on earth, who would be playing?

King Crimson, with and without Adrian Belew

Voivod

Adrian Belew solo

Steve Hackett

Frank Zappa

Can you remember the first album you bought with your own money? What was it and do you still have it?

I believe it was either something by Hendrix, possibly even a lame greatest hits or something, or a Sonic Youth CD.  However, I’d been buying cassettes for years before that so it’s hard to tell.  I think I bought Full Moon Fever by Tom Petty, as my guitar teacher at the time, was teaching my 8-year-old self some of the material.  

As your fans will be reading this, is there any message you would like to send out to them?

Weirdos, put on some headphones, and jam Synthetic Outcomes.  The worst thing that could happen is that you hate it, and that’s ok.

Finally, let us know all your social media sites so your fans, old and new, can find and follow/like you!

https://chaincode.bandcamp.com

https://www.facebook.com/ChainCodeBand

Please like and follow CC on Facebook. 

We, at Metal Planet Media, would like to thank you for your time. Is there is anything further that you would like to add?

Thank you for your time and exposure.  Cheers!

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THE DEAD DAISIES BLAZE A NEW TRAIL WITH “CROSSROADS”

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The Dead Daisies are thrilled to announce the release of “Crossroads” today, the first single from their upcoming album Lookin’ For Trouble, via Fame/Malaco Records. The song, immortalized by Delta blues pioneer Robert Johnson, has been reimagined with the band’s signature firepower, delivering a high-energy, soul-drenched performance that bridges past and present.
 
Few songs in American music carry as much myth and mystique as “Crossroads.” Johnson’s 1936 original – recorded in a single take – gave rise to one of blues’ most enduring stories in that he met the devil at a Mississippi crossroads and exchanged his soul for unearthly guitar prowess. Whether fact or folklore, “Crossroads” became the foundation of modern blues, inspiring generations of musicians. Now, The Dead Daisies put their own stamp on the song channeling its raw emotion with blistering guitars, driving rhythms and an impassioned vocal performance.
 
“When I first heard the Blues, it was through the music of bands like Led Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones,” says vocalist John Corabi. “The deeper I researched the music of my heroes the deeper I got into the history or origins. The Blues in my opinion has influenced EVERY genre of music we listen to, with the exception of classical. I would refer to it as ‘The Soul’ of music and I hope you love our interpretation of this song as much as we loved playing it.”
 
“Crossroads”, by Delta bluesman Robert Johnson has created a myth so large that it’s been etched into the very foundation of rock n roll lore,” adds bassist Michael Devin. “They say Johnson gave up his soul in exchange for his musical genius. Many bands have covered ‘Crossroads’ over the years, now we’ve covered it in our own way.”

Lookin’ For Trouble, The Dead Daisies’ first full-length blues album, was imagined in March 2024 during sessions for their upcoming rock album, Light ‘Em Up. After recording at Sienna Studios in Nashville, the band moved to Muscle Shoals, Alabama, to complete the album at the iconic FAME Studios. The famous sign above the entryway reads: “Through these doors walk the finest Musicians, Songwriters, Artists, and Producers in the World.”  This is as true today as it was in 1961.  Since it first opened its doors, FAME has welcomed a literal who’s who of music royalty with legends like Aretha Franklin, Wilson Pickett, and Etta James recording their classic hits there.  Stepping into the same space the band – John Corabi, David Lowy, Doug Aldrich, Michael Devin, and drummer Sarah Tomek found themselves drawn into the deep musical legacy of the blues. After their rock sessions wrapped each night, they started jamming on blues classics for fun. Producer Marti Frederiksen quickly recognised the magic happening and pressed record. What started as impromptu late-night sessions evolved into Lookin’ For Trouble, an album that crackles with the raw energy and rebellious spirit that made blues the foundation of rock ‘n’ roll.
 
“The blues had many names back in the day, and they all had unwarranted negative connotations,” says Corabi. The title Lookin’ For Trouble nods to this history – an era when blues was called ‘the Devil’s Music,’ feared for its themes of rebellion, hardship, and sensuality.
 
For over a decade, The Dead Daisies have been captivating audiences with their soulful, blues infused ’70s rock.

The band will be hitting the road again in 2025 on their European March Tour and showcase a couple of blues songs from their upcoming album.  For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit https://thedeaddaisies.com/tour-2025/
 
TOUR DATES:
 
EU – MARCH
05 – Mezz – Breda NL
07 – Les Docks – Lausanne CH
08 – Phenomenon – Fontaneto D’Agogna IT
09 – Hall – Padova IT
11 – Im Wizemann – Stuttgart DE
13 – La Rayonne – Lyon FR
14 – Le Forum II – Vaureal FR
16 – SO36 – Berlin DE

Metal Planet Media Talks To….Luc Bourgeois, singer/ guitar player for Sandveiss.

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Can you tell us about the origin of the band name, a history of the band and a little bit about the various members:

The band’s name is inspired by Ellen Sandweiss, the actress who portrayed Cheryl in the original Evil Dead movie. We happened to have a poster of the film in our jam space, and while searching for a band name, one of the guys suggested it. We slightly modified it, and it became Sandveiss. The band started out in 2011, and since then, we have released two full-length albums, a 7″ single, and an EP tribute to Black Sabbath. The lineup now consists of Shawn Rice (guitar), Maxime Moisan (bass), Dominic Gaumond (drums), and myself, Luc Bourgeois (vocals, guitar).

Are you all from the same area? How did you get together as a band?

We all come from different places but now live in the Québec City area. The band started out with a different lineup, with me being the only founding member still in the band. Shawn (guitar) joined while we were recording the first album in 2013, and Maxime Moisan (bass) and Dominic (drums) joined in 2017 and 2018, respectively, following the departure of some original members. We knew Max through mutual friends and asked him to join the band, while Dominic came on board after an audition we held to find a new drummer.

Who are your favourite artists/bands and how have they influenced your own sound?

I have so many favorite bands for different reasons, so it’s impossible to pick just one. From Black Sabbath’s riffs to the vocal harmonies and lyrics of Bad Religion, and from King Crimson to Jethro Tull to Kyuss, they all influence my writing in one way or another.

Did you always have the ambition to be a musician and in a band or did you originally have other plans?

Since I was a kid, the concept of being in a band always appealed to me, even before I started playing an instrument. It just seemed like the coolest thing on earth. So not long after I began playing guitar, I was already in bands, doing shows with friends, and I never looked back. I’ve been making a living from playing music for 25 years now.

What songs or albums are on your current playlist?

Pallbearer- Mind Burns Alive

Sons of Arrakis- Vol.II

Greenleaf- The Head and the Habbit

A Swarm of the Sun- An Empire

Dozer- Drifting in the endless void

Russian Circles- Gnosis

Do you sing in the shower? 

I actually write and arrange a lot of vocal melodies while I’m in the shower. It’s a great time for creativity for me, haha.

Do you have any plans for the band for this year and into next year?

We’re releasing a new album called Standing in the Fire on October 11th, and then we’ll go on a small tour in Quebec with our good friends Sons of Arrakis for five shows. For 2025, we plan to tour as much as we can. We’d like to tour more in Europe and the U.S., so we might work on this for next year.

Do you currently have any new songs/albums ready to be released?

Yeah, we have two new singles out now, “I’ll Be Rising” and “No Love Here,” and a third single is coming in September. As I mentioned before, our new album is coming out on October 11th.

If you could play at any venue in the world where would you choose?

Possibly at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre. What a beautiful and impressive place!

Do you have a favourite album? If so, what is it?

That’s a very hard question. It’s impossible to name just one, so I’ll list six:

  • Black Sabbath – Sabbath Bloody Sabbath
  • Bad Religion – Stranger Than Fiction
  • Jethro Tull – Stand Up
  • Voivod – Nothingface
  • Rush – 2112
  • King Crimson – In The Court Of The Crimson King

Do you have any guilty pleasure songs/albums?

Not really. I’m pretty comfortable with all my musical tastes and stand behind them. I enjoy a lot of different genres.

If you were putting together the greatest show on earth, who would be playing?

Oh, that’s a hard one. If I can include bands that don’t exist anymore, I’d pick: The Beatles, Black Sabbath, Jethro Tull, Mountain, King Crimson, and Gentle Giant. That would be an awesome lineup!

Can you remember the first album you bought with your own money? What was it and do you still have it?

Yeah, that was Kill ‘Em All by Metallica on cassette tape. I was 8 or 9. Unfortunately, the tape was destroyed along with others in the same box when the cable guy came for an installation and accidentally drilled into a closet full of my stuff many years ago. I didn’t realize what had happened until months later.

As your fans will be reading this, is there any message you would like to send out to them?

I would simply like to thank them for listening to our music. I see it as a privilege to have people relate to what we do.

Finally, let us know all your social media sites so your fans, old and new, can find and follow/like you!

https://sandveiss.bandcamp.com

https://www.facebook.com/Sandveiss/

https://www.instagram.com/sandveissband/

https://m.youtube.com/user/SandveissRock

We, at Metal Planet Media, would like to thank you for your time. Is there is anything further that you would like to add?

Thank you for the opportunity, and don’t forget to check out our new album, which came out on October 11th last year!

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LORD OF THE LOST Vocalist CHRIS HARMS Releases 4th Single “Lunamor” + Official Video!

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In the past four years, LORD OF THE LOST has experienced the most successful period in the band’s history – and lead singer CHRIS HARMS has shown no signs of taking a creative break. Today, Harms is releasing “Lunamor”, the fourth single from his debut solo album 1980, which is dropping this Friday, February 7.
 
The song blends dark, hypnotic synthesizers with an evocative melody, once again highlighting Harms’ deep connection to the electronic sounds of the 1980s. Following the previous singles, “Lunamor” takes an even more enigmatic and romantic turn, revealing yet another intriguing facet of the album.
 
Like all tracks on 1980, “Lunamor” reflects Harms’ unique ability to create music driven by pure passion – free from conventions or genre constraints. He crafts a sonic atmosphere deeply rooted in synth-pop, new wave, and goth to frame his infectiously catchy melodies, maintaining a strong potential for radio airplay. With each new track, Harms proves that 1980 is more than just a tribute to a legendary decade – it is also a testament to his artistic versatility, marking a bold and captivating chapter in his musical journey.
 
CHRIS HARMS about the new single “Lunamor”:
“Sometimes it only takes a single word to trigger an entire song. I remember almost exactly a year ago, I was lying alone at night in a deck chair at the stern of the “70,000 Tons Of Metal” cruise ship and was enchanted by the sight of the Caribbean moon. The words “Luna” and “Amor” merged in my mind’s eye to form “Lunamor” and I thought “Wow, what a wonderful title for a song!” – and a few months later it became a whole story with a soundtrack, which now finds a home on my solo album. From the metal cruise to the synthpop album – wonderful!”
Watch the official music video for “Lunamor“ HERE:
LORD OF THE LOST Singer CHRIS HARMS’ First Solo Album – an 80s Synth-Pop Revival! 
With LORD OF THE LOST, Chris Harms has recently achieved defining milestones in the band’s history, including participation in the Eurovision Song Contest, touring with Iron Maiden, and securing a #1 and two #2 spots on the Official German Album Charts. But for Harms, taking a break is out of the question. The concept of a solo album has been brewing in his mind for years, and it has now come to fruition with 1980, set for release this January.
 
CHRIS HARMS describes 1980:
“If I were forced to categorize this album and label it, it would probably say ‘a strange but successful mix of Depeche Mode, Modern Talking and Sandra with Chris Harms’ voice, but with less perm and mullet’”.

Songs such as the first single “I Love You” and “Lunamor” exude a pleasant lightness, while “Past Pain” and “May This Be Your Last Battlefield” strike a reflective note. Two selected duets round off the album: Harms welcomes guest singer Sven Friedrich (Solar Fake) on “Madonna Of The Night”, while Ronan Harris (VNV Nation) can be heard on “The Grey Machines”.

1980 deliberately avoids attempting to reinvent the wheel, but is to be understood as a musical journey through time. There is no deliberate calculation or riding the wave of any trends on the album, but simply a passion, desire and love for music, with which CHRIS HARMS has marked a remarkable new pinnacle in his discography as a musician.

1980 tracklist:
1. I Love You     
2. She Called Me Diaval
3. Somewhere Between Heaven And Armageddon      
4. Missed Call   
5. Madonna Of The Night (feat. Sven Friedrich)
6. Lunamor        
7. Parallax          
8. Past Pain       
9. The Grey Machines (feat. Ronan Harris)
10. Vagueness Of Faith
11. May This Be Your Last Battlefield

[photo credit: Lennard Schmitt]