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ONSLAUGHT Sign To Reigning Phoenix Music & Announce Double-Album ‘Origins Of Aggression’

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Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM) is proud to announce the signing of one of the most influential and relentless forces in thrash metal: ONSLAUGHT! The UK-based band, known for their unwavering aggression and decades of iconic anthems, has joined forces with the exciting new label to embark on a thrilling new chapter in their storied career.
 

Founding guitarist and songwriter Nige Rockett states:
“Signing with RPM is the start of an incredible new chapter for ONSLAUGHT. We’ve always pushed ourselves to create the most intense and aggressive music possible, and with RPM behind us, we’re taking things to a whole new level. ‘Origins Of Aggression’ is just the beginning—get ready for absolute carnage!”
 

Reigning Phoenix Music is equally excited about the new partnership:
“ONSLAUGHT is a cornerstone of thrash metal history, and we are honoured to welcome them to the RPM family. Their legacy of pure aggression and unrelenting energy aligns perfectly with our vision, and we are eager to bring their music to new heights together.”
 

To kick off this promising new union, ONSLAUGHT will release a special double album titled Origins Of Aggression, celebrating not only the 40th anniversary of their debut album Power From Hell, but also the pivotal beginnings of the band and thrash metal itself. Set for release on May 23, 2025, the forthcoming offering will include a staggering 22 tracks, including re-recordings of the group’s most important and defining songs from their early years as well as a collection of punk and metal covers that deeply influenced ONSLAUGHT’s conception and development. The track list includes songs that were originally jammed during the band’s early rehearsals and served as a huge inspiration for the members to pick up their instruments and to create the ferocious music that has shaped them into legends.
 

ONSLAUGHT’s contribution to the thrash metal genre cannot be overstated: from their debut album Power From Hell (1985), which is being honoured with this new release, to their celebrated performances across the globe, they remain an untouchable force in the world of heavy metal. With over 40 years of history, the quintet has steadily continued to evolve, delivering relentless riffs and neck-breaking anthems, and cementing their place as pioneers of the British thrash scene.
 

Alongside Origins Of Aggression, fans can brace themselves for an electrifying preview of what’s ahead with the release of “Iron Fist”, ONSLAUGHT’s crushing take on the MOTÖRHEAD classic, which arrived on March 27.

The metal world can additionally look forward to their 2025 world tour, where the band will promote Origins Of Aggression and celebrate the 40th Power From Hell anniversary—including stops in Europe, the USA, Mexico, and Australia—and expect more exciting news in the near future. See you in the pit!

ONSLAUGHT live:
 
21.03.2025 US Houston, TX – Hell’s Heroes
19.04.2025 PT Odemira – Mira Fest
 
w/ TORANAGA LUXERA
24.04.2025 UK Aberdeen – Krakatoa
25.04.2025 UK Edinburgh – The Mash House
26.04.2025 UK Glasgow – Audio
 
w/ CRYPTOSIS
29.05.2025 DE Oldenburg – MTS Records
30.05.2025 DE Wittstock – Metal Power Open Air *
31.05.2025 DE Essen – Turock
01.06.2025 BE Diest – Hell
03.06.2025 FR Dijon – La Vapeur
04.06.2025 IT Paderno Dugnano (MI) – Slaughter Club
05.06.2025 IT Bologna – Alchemica Music Club
06.06.2025 AT Vienna – Escape Metalcorner
07.06.2025 DE Hauptmannsgrün – Chronical Moshers Open Air *
08.06.2025 AT Salzburg – Rockhouse
10.06.2025 DE Stuttgart – Schwarzer Keiler
11.06.2025 DE Aschaffenburg – Colos-Saal
12.06.2025 DE Leipzig – Hellraiser
13.06.2025 PL Byczyna – Black Silesia Open Air Festival *
14.06.2025 DE Selb – Rockclub Nordbayern
* w/o CRYPTOSIS
 
26.07.2025 IT Bolotana – Rock and Bol Metal Fest
23.08.2025 FR Champtoceaux – Barbeuk Metal Fest
29.08.2025 GR Rethymno – Rethymno Rocks
08./09.11.2025 UK Manchester – Damnation Festival
 
14.11.2025 AU Perth – Rosemount Hotel
15.11.2025 AU Adelaide – Lion Arts Factory
19.11.2025 AU Canberra – The Baso
20.11.2025 AU Sydney – The Underground
21.11.2025 AU Brisbane – Soapbox Brewery
22.11.2025 AU Melbourne – Corner Hotel

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!

SAMTAR Returns with “The Bog of Cosmic Delusions”

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New album from the multi-instrumentalist comes out April 11

Genre-bending one-man band SAMTAR is set to return with The Bog of Cosmic Delusions. The seventh full-length album by the multi-instrumentalist and songwriter comes fresh off the heels of the acoustic-centric A Second Chapter Made of Wood.

The Bog of Cosmic Delusions stands out as SAMTAR’s heaviest album to date. With loud and crushing sounds, psychedelic influences, melodic guitars, and grand soaring vocals, this album is sure to satisfy rock and metal listeners alike.  

SAMTAR has released three singles from the album. Stream “The Mire,” “Desert Creature” and “Refuse” on Spotify.

The Bog of Cosmic Delusions will be available on digital and limited-edition CD on April 11. Pre-order the album at samtarofficial.com

The Bog of Cosmic Delusions was written, performed, recorded, mixed, and mastered by SAMTAR. Album artwork by Steven Yoyada.

Tracklisting:

1. Desert Creature

2. Fickle Fortune

3. All You Ever Wanted

4. Speaker

5. Distant Voices

6. Refuse

7. Destiny is a Lie

8. The Whispers

9. Vicarious Voodoo

10. The Mire

11. Broken Sparrow

12. Drowning the Goddess

SAMTAR, a music-obsessed virtuoso, plies his craft with an unrepentant vigor and passion. Navigating the forests of genre, SAMTAR follows a path to sounds unknown by combining style and influence from all sources. SAMTAR chose to eschew chasing traditional mediums of promotion and instead focused on loving his life through creating music, exploring the outdoors, and translating the ethereal into song. The music SAMTAR creates is human and close, it has a momentum of its own and entreats the listener to be a traveler along the journey to their own peace.

SAMTAR grew up on System of a Down, Nine Inch Nails, The Black Dahlia Murder, Opeth, Sonata Arctica, Muse, Jimi Hendrix, Sublime, and Nirvana. Now he unites these divergent influences with driving bass lines, hook-heavy guitar melodies, powerful vocals, and a healthy dose of synthesizers. He notes some of his biggest vocal influences being from artists like Mike Patton (Mr. Bungle/Faith No More), and Tony Kakko (Sonata Arctica). He also takes inspiration from sci-fi/fantasy films and literature.

CANDLEMASS Celebrates 40th Anniversary With New EP, “Black Star”, Out May 9, 2025!

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Swedish godfathers of epic doom CANDLEMASS celebrate their 40th anniversary of pioneering the genre with a four-track EP, Black Star. Packed with craterous riffs, this celebration of doom metal mastery is set for release on May 9, 2025 via Napalm Records.
 
With Black Star, the genre-defying band unveils two brand-new songs alongside two cover versions of timeless classics. The EP will be available in various formats, including a strictly limited vinyl edition featuring a 12-page vinyl booklet, an A3 poster, and a tote bag.
 
CANDLEMASS mastermind Leif Edling comments:
“Not all bands get to see their 40th birthday and it certainly hasn’t been an easy ride. But many ups and downs later, we stand here as survivors, veterans even… a bit scarred perhaps? Still ready though to unleash another piece of doom-laden metal upon an unsuspecting world. You have to do something when you turn 40, right? Anyway, as always, it’s been fun recording some new stuff as well as covering a couple of old favorites.”

Title track, “Black Star”, blends haunting melodies with deeply introspective lyrics, brought to life by the dark, romantic voice of vocalist Johan Länquist. Songwriter Leif Edling’s lyrics delve into themes of existential struggle, temptation, and the allure of darkness — creating an intense atmosphere imbued with CANDLEMASS’ signature sound. The second new track, “Corridors Of Chaos”, marks a true old school instrumental containing both classic metal riffing and stunning guitar playing by Lars Johansson, showcasing the band’s mastery of dynamics. Adding to this tribute, CANDLEMASS delivers a cover of Black Sabbath’s iconic “Sabbath Bloody Sabbath”, taking listeners back to 1973. This is followed by their rendition of Pentagram’s classic “Forever My Queen”, further cementing CANDLEMASS’ remarkable contribution to shaping the genre into what it is today.
Prepare for 40 years of epic doom and watch the
anniversary trailer NOW:

Polish Progressive Metal Discovery Wind Down Sign With Wormholedeath

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Polish progressive metal quintet Wind Down has inked a licensing deal with Wormholedeath Records for their highly anticipated album, The Burning Past, slated for release on April 18, 2025.
A Rising Force in Progressive Groove Metal

Formed in 2021 by Damian “Blady” Jurek and Wojciech “Świerszcz” Wojtyczek, founding members of Thetragon, Wind Down quickly grew into a formidable unit with the additions of Kuba Czubik, Władysław Zawojski, and Marcin Borula. The band’s journey began with the release of their debut EP, Uśpieni Ludzie (Euthanised People), which garnered widespread praise, thanks to its title track and accompanying music video.Building on the momentum, Wind Down toured extensively, sharing stages with international metal heavyweights like Necronomicon (Germany), Stonecast (France), and 3000AD (New Zealand), alongside prominent Polish acts such as Iscariota, Styxx, and Subterfuge.In 2023, the lineup evolved, bringing in Franciszek Trybus and Tomasz Wiśniewski (formerly of Thetragon and Kruk) to solidify their sound. By April 2024, the band began recording their debut full-length album at Hertz Studio, with the final touches—mixing and mastering—handled by Ergosphere Studios.

The Concept Behind The Burning Past

More than just an album, The Burning Past is a profound concept piece inspired by Native American Indian culture, shamanic rituals, and the cosmic connection between human souls and extraterrestrial energy. The record is a transformative journey that blends introspection with a broader, spiritual narrative, delivered through intricate melodies and evocative lyrics.Wind Down’s approach is steeped in authenticity, drawing inspiration from luminaries like Nevermore, Alter Bridge, and Dream Theater while carving out a unique identity in the Progressive Groove Metal genre. The album’s fusion of technical precision, melodic harmonies, and thunderous riffs creates a sound that is as innovative as it is powerful.

Live and Ready to Ignite
Wind Down’s dynamic live performances continue to captivate audiences, including notable appearances alongside Slovak band Gloom and at events such as the Wrath of Gods Vol. 5 Mini Fest (2023) and the Rock Pod Kameňom festival in Slovakia (2024), where they shared the stage with acts like Trauma, Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons, HammerFall, and Eleine.

With the release of The Burning Past, Wind Down is set to solidify its reputation as a fresh and groundbreaking force in the progressive metal scene.

Without Doubt And Illusion (official teaser)

Metal Planet Media Talks To..Antonin Perras-Foisy from Insurrection

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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?

Insurrection is a metal band from Gatineau, Quebec. Formed over 20 years ago (2003), the band is known for their intense and energetic performances. Their sound is a unique twist of groovy death metal mixed with a healthy dose of thrash energy. . The band has released several albums, including “Prologue” (2008), “Fracture” (2010), “Prototype” (2013), and “Extraction” (2017). Their music often addresses social and political themes through bilingual lyrics in both English and French. The band has gained a notable reputation on stage throughout Canada with tours covering coast to coast, including performances at festivals such as Montebello Rockfest, Trois-Rivières Metalfest and Decimate Metalfest.

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

We are all around the Gatineau/Ottawa region. The local scene is small, so everybody knows each other. Everyone in the band has played with one another in another band in the past so we already knew each other.

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

Misery Index, Testament, Nevermore, Bloodbath, Decapitated. Just some good groovy death metal!

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

I always jammed with friends or bands. As soon as I touched my first guitar, my buddy in high school got himself a drum kit and we started a band. Soon after I joined another band and a couple years later, I started jamming with my guys in Insurrection!

What songs or albums are on your current playlist?

I’ve been listening to some cheesy 80’s rock this summer. Whitesnake, H.E.A.T. self-titled and the new Unleash the Archers album were all on repeat for a couple of month.

Do you sing in the shower?

Yes. All the time.

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

We played Club Soda a while ago which is a big venue in Montreal. I would definitely love to play there again!

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

Abbey Road. I love the Beatles. But who doesn’t?

Do you have any guilty pleasure songs/albums?

My guilty pleasure is Rap. I’ve been listening to Killer Mike’s new album while writing this interview.

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

The Beatles featuring Dr Dre

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

Ride the Lightning and yes, it’s in a box somewhere in my dad’s attic.

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

Just a huge thank you for always showing up and supporting us throughout all the years!

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

Website

https://insurrectionmetal.com/

Facebook

https://facebook.com/insurrectionmetal

X

https://twitter.com/InsurrectionCAN

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/insurrectionCAN

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/insurrectionmetal

Bandcamp

https://insurrectioncanada.bandcamp.com/

iTunes

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/insurrection/1266049641

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

Just another big thank you to everyone who’s ever taken the time to support us one way or another!!! Hope to see you all on the road this fall!

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Metal Planet Media Talks To…Lea from Dark Lightning (vocals)

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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?

Lea: In the history of there band there was a lot of coming and going of band members and actually I am the last founding member. You can even hear the development and influences of different people in the songs we have published so far. On Our EP (Self titled “Dark Lightning”) you can hear songs from the very beginning, that were written in the basement of our first drummer and then later recorded in our current rehearsal room and they were a total group effort. The two songs of our Single “Lilith” were mainly written by our former Lead Guitarist. And now begins the new chapter as the project has grown.

Our bass guitarist, Frank had once described the forming and the growth of Dark Lightning as “very organic” and that feels like an extremely fitting description.

As for origin of the band name is not exactly spectacular. Back when we had just formed and roughly outlined what kind of music we had in mind we basically just brain stormed band names that sounded good and roughly fitted into the theme and genre. Back then I was often inspired by the idea that not everything is as it seems and how opposites attract, etc. and one of my former band mates had the idea: Well, what is the opposite of light? Correct – dark. So let’s put these two things together and make it a band name! That is the story of the name Dark Lightning.

Right now our Line-Up is:

Alex – Guitarist and main songwriter, Frank – Bass Guitarist and harsh vocals as well as sound mixer, Marvin – pianist and the sticky something that holds the group together ;), Nepo – Drummer and this bands tech specialist, Mike – Lead Guitarist and fashion expert  and finally me, Lea – Clean and harsh vocals, lyrics writer and band-mom

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

Lea: Yes, we are roughly from the same area, which is also how we got together. Each of us searched for like minded musicians or a band to join forces with so to speak in the area of Braunschweig. Though two years ago I moved a bit further away, but we make it work.

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

Lea: I can’t really put my finger of who or what influenced me in particular. I like a lot of bands from different genres and developed the ambition to unlock all sound possible with my voice and combine them in the music I make. I started out in a choir singing mainly classical, then had one on one singing lessons with various vocal coaches to unlock other styles of clean singing and semi self taught myself screams and growls. Musically I feel inspired by dark and destructive melodies, some more folky, some more classical or even modern, but all that is part of my personal development as a singer. My lyrics probably come from the darker parts of my brain, influenced by how I perceive the world, my feelings and some works of fiction I consume.

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

Lea: Yes, I always knew that I wanted to sing. It is my passion. The desire to stand on a stage with a band came later, when I was tired of being just on of many in a choir. So I worked up the courage it takes to stand in the spotlight and founded a band.

What songs or albums are on your current playlist?

Lea: To list all the albums and Songs would take far too long. I have a playlist that consists of over 70 hours of music on Spotify I listen to regularly, so let’s narrow it down to naming some of the artists: Shadow Of Intent, In Flames, System Of A Down, White Chapel, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Stillbirth, Lorna Shore, Linkin Park, League Of Distortion, Eight Lives Down…. I could go on, but I think this will give you a good idea of what I am into at the moment. But please be aware that this covers only one side of my taste in music.

Do you sing in the shower?

Lea: Yes, I like to find resonating frequencies and then form melodies around them. But I only do that when I’m home alone for reasons unknown even to myself.

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

Lea: Achievable goals first. The Rockharz Festival in Ballenstedt Germany. I go there almost every year since 2017, it was my first metal festival and it would be just a dream for me to play at a place I have so many great memories of.

And beyond that, honestly I have no idea.

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

Lea: To keep the answer short: No.

Do you have any guilty pleasure songs/albums?

Lea: Absolutely yes! “Baby One More Time” by Britney Spears, “Hooked On A Feeling”, “Langweilig” by Die Ärzte, “Maria (I Like It Loud)” by Scooter. And I am not ashamed to name these.

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

Lea: There is just too much to choose from for me. But it would certainly take place on just one stage (at least at a time), so you don’t have to choose between two great artists.

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

Lea: I guess gifts don’t count, so I think that might have been “Schwarz In Schwarz” by Subway To Sally in its release year, as I was starting to get into heavier music. And yes I still have the physical CD.

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

Lea: Just a big Thank You to all of you for listening to our music and coming to our concerts! We do this because we like making music and want to share what we make with the world, so thank you for just being there.

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

Lea: We are on Instagram and Facebook and have a website where you can subscribe to our newsletter as well.

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

Lea: Thanks for the interview. We appreciate each and everyone who truly supports the metal community.

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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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Metal Planet Media Talks To BornBroken

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Michael Decker answering Questions

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

Michael Decker – Vocals/Rhythm Guitar and last original founding member

Mike Marino – Bass

Rob Henx- Lead Guitar (Newest Member after recording)

Carlos Ojeda – Drums

The name originated with our first vocalist, while we were searching for a band name back in 2008, he kinda just blurted out the name while we were driving to jam…we immediately knew that was it. We made as one word BORNBROKEN for all online stuff back then.

The history is long as we have had plenty of turnover in the band lineup over the years.  People grow up and tastes change, but we feel we have a really strong lineup for this latest release, we have all been playing music since we were kids, so it’s all in our blood.

We have 3 albums including the last out now and a couple of singles since 2013, our sound has evolved into what we are now. We play what we want, which I feel makes the music and lyrics come across more authentic.

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

Mike and I are from Montreal, Carlos is from Mexico and Rob is from Brazil

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

A. There are too many new great bands coming out, we try to listen to them all, but sometimes it’s the old tried and true bands from our youth that keep coming back that really keep influencing us ( Slayer, Pantera, Machine Head, Chimiara, Old Metallica, Biohazard, Exodus, Testament to name a few)

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

Yes it’s what we all always wanted to do, from a young age. I feel every musician will say the same thing.

What songs or albums are on your current playlist?

I’m listening to a lot of Paleface Swiss and Spite right now, but there is so much it’s hard not to jump the flavour of the day.

Do you sing in the shower?

No, I try to shut my brain off, but it never works

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

The plan is to never give up and keep this band alive till we can’t do it anymore.

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

We have all played a couple of major festivals going back to 97’ with all of our past bands. Right now there are plenty of great new festivals coming out, it would be nice to get on a summer run of them all…

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

It always comes back to BURN MY EYES-Machine Head

Do you have any guilty pleasure songs/albums?

I really like Pain of Salvation and King’s X

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

They are already being put together, but I guess it would be a show where all genres could come together, Pop, Country, Top 40, RnB, Rap, Metal etc. It could introduce a lot of people to styles that they are not usually familiar with or listen to. Check your egos at the gate…

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

I was already listening to a lot of music from the 70’s early 80’s my family had on LPs they were into a lot of cool music, so maybe it helped.

Level 42- World Machine, loved the groove and melody in it,  I soon switched gears after that to Slayer/Metallica/ and every other metal band I could get my hands on, glam/thrash/speed it didn’t matter if it was a great time for music.

no, I do not still have it, I had a fire at my house when I was 15 and lost of all my cassette collection and music gear, that was a hard day for a young musician.

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

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, without you, we are playing to ourselves. You make it all worthwhile when we hear from all of you around the world, saying what you like about our music and how it has helped you out during tough times.

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

  1. https://linktr.ee/bornbroken

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

I will answer for all the members of the Band. we all have been doing it since we were kids, When the eternal flame of slayer burns deep inside your soul, what else do you do…. You Express it through Music. It’s who we are and how people know us and how we would like to be remembered.

Take care and thank you for the interview!

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Metal Planet Media Talks To…. Patrik Svendsen from Tonic Breed

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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 name Tonic Breed was chosen after a brainstorming session, without any deep meaning behind it. The band hails from Sarpsborg, Norway, and started as a group of friends who shared a passion for metal and rock. Over the years, the band has evolved both in sound and lineup, experimenting with different styles and influences while maintaining a strong foundation in heavy metal.

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

Yes, the core of the band members are from Sarpsborg. The different lineups through the years have been from different areas in Norway.

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

Some of our biggest influences include Metallica, Pantera, Black Sabbath, and more. These bands have shaped our sound, particularly in terms of energy, heavy riffs, and thematic songwriting. We also take inspiration from contemporary genres to give our music a modern edge.

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

For most of us, the dream of being a musician was always there. Growing up listening to heavy metal, the idea of playing music and being part of a band felt like a natural path. Some of us had other interests, but music was always the dominant passion.

What songs or albums are on your current playlist?

Right now, the playlist is filled with everything, old and new. A couple of newcomers are songs from Judas Priest’s, Invincible Shield. Gunship recently released their album, Unicorn, I think that was a great release.

Do you sing in the shower?

Who doesn’t? The shower is where some of the best ideas come from. I tend to sing riff ideas more than lyrics tho.

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

There are some exciting projects in the works, but I can’t reveal too much yet. I’m constantly writing new material.

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

Playing at Wacken Open Air would be a dream come true. The festival has become a landmark for metal bands, and performing on that stage would be the ultimate recognition of our music.

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

Far Beyond Driven by Pantera is an excellent album. It has everything—emotion, technical prowess, and timeless appeal.

Do you have any guilty pleasure songs/albums?

There’s no guilt in enjoying good music! But, if we had to pick something unexpected, it would probably be in the line of synthwave, which is pretty far from metal, but still super catchy and interesting.

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

90’s Pantera, Metallica ’86 with Cliff, Nirvana, Motorhead and The Beatles. That would make for one legendary night of music.

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

The first album purchased was Ecliptica by Sonata Arctica. I still have it!

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

We want to thank our fans for their continued support. Without you, none of this would be possible. Keep the metal spirit alive, and we can’t wait to see you at a show soon!

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

You can follow us on:

Website: tonicbreed.com

Instagram: @tonicbreed

Facebook: Tonic Breed

Make sure to follow us to stay updated on new music, live shows, and everything else!

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