Vote Here for "Fan's Choice Award" - Voting Closes May 22 DARKADYA, a new, multi-volume illustrated book featuring dark, esoteric, occult artists worldwide, is coming out soon! The organizers of the book are hosting an award series dubbed the "Black Stars Awards", honoring the artists featured in the book. Groundbreaking blood-painting surrealist VINCENT CASTIGLIA is already … Continue reading Blood-Painting Surrealist Artist VINCENT CASTIGLIA Nominated for Darkadya Black Stars Awards
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Libel’s “Tomorrow’s Children”-animated music video
Grunge-inspired rockers Libel have a new, animated music video for their single "Tomorrow's Children" off their album, Music for Car Commercials. The video was created by award-winning artist Michela Buttignol, who has been featured all over these days, including in the New York Times and on Illustration Age, most recently. You can check out this inspirational piece of animated art and rockin' track HERE or below...
Watch the creation of Protest the Hero’s cover art for Volition
Protest the Hero made a short time lapse video of the album cover for their new release "Volition" (10/29) created by their pal Dan Mumford, which you can check out here: http://vimeo.com/75448882 Be sure to check them out 12/10 at Mr. Smalls Pittsburgh! 11/07 Ottawa, ON – Ritual 11/08 Montreal, QC – Tulipe 11/09 Toronto, ON – … Continue reading Watch the creation of Protest the Hero’s cover art for Volition
Davey Suicide limited edition, signed and numbered art prints
From Davey Suicide... Amidst, all of the writing and recording of the new album, I wanted to let you know what else has been going on in UnHolywood. In between studio sessions with Needlz, I've been painting a ton. I had never shared that side of my art with everyone until recently when I posted … Continue reading Davey Suicide limited edition, signed and numbered art prints
VINCENT CASTIGLIA: Art Exhibition ‘Psychocosm’
New York City native and world-renowned surrealist VINCENT CASTIGLIA recently announced his upcoming solo art exhibition entitled ‘Psychochosm’, taking place from September 27th-29th at The Westchester County Center (located at 198 Central Ave, White Plains, NY). The convention center will host an opening reception on September 27th from 8-11pm. ‘Psychocosm’ will include a striking collection of Vincent’s paintings and sculptural … Continue reading VINCENT CASTIGLIA: Art Exhibition ‘Psychocosm’
Demos Papadimas at Club Cafe June 1
Demos Papadimas is a singer-songwriter based in Northeast Ohio and isplaying Club Cafe on June 1st with another Cleveland-based band, The Womack Family Band. Demos had a successful CD Release show at Club Cafe in February and is a former Pittsburgh resident and Pitt graduate. Since December Papadimas' band has garnered significant regional attention (see the article below … Continue reading Demos Papadimas at Club Cafe June 1
LAST RITES GALLERY Announces 5 Year Anniversary Show
Last Rites Gallery is pleased to announce its 5 Year Anniversary Show that will feature over forty works of art by a selection of its acclaimed roster of artists. The 5 Year Anniversary Show celebrates the gallery’s continued mission to showcase and harbor the world of dark surrealism and honor the artists that have paid the genre homage by digging into … Continue reading LAST RITES GALLERY Announces 5 Year Anniversary Show
Unto Thee: Next Step…World Domination
Here at PMM we get tons of requests from bands to check out their stuff, and we always do! Once in awhile you get a band that you see a ton of potential in and really root for their success. So when Unto Thee sent us a message on Facebook and we listened to some … Continue reading Unto Thee: Next Step…World Domination
Interview with Levi Benton of Miss May I
Troy, Ohio metallers Miss May I keep rolling across the country on the AP Tour with bands such as Like Moths to Flames, The Amity Affliction, The Ghost Inside, and Glass Cloud. Pittsburgh Music Magazine's editor Kait Begely caught up with lead singer of Miss May I, Levi Benton, on their tour bus just before … Continue reading Interview with Levi Benton of Miss May I
VINCENT CASTIGLIA Featured on The Science Channel’s “Odd Folks Home”
Brooklyn-born and world-renowned surrealist VINCENT CASTIGLIA is pleased to announce that he will be featured on The Science Channel’s new program “Odd Folks Home” this Thursday, November 22nd (Thanksgiving). The segment, entitled ‘Blood Brushes’, will air at 10pm ET. This is the premier episode of the show, and highlights Vincent's paintings and painting process. Check … Continue reading VINCENT CASTIGLIA Featured on The Science Channel’s “Odd Folks Home”
All That Remains’ New Music Video for “Stand Up”
All That Remains' new music video for "Stand Up," the first off their new album A War You Cannot Win, is premiering today on VEVO. The video was directed by P.R. Brown (Slipknot, Bullet For My Valentine, Marilyn Manson) and filmed on location at Phil's ranch in New Hampshire. Yes, live ammo was used in … Continue reading All That Remains’ New Music Video for “Stand Up”
Flock Of Dimes, Featuring Wye Oak’s Jenn Wasner, Premiere (This Is Why) I Don’t Wear White
Click Here To Listen To "(This Is Why) I Don't Wear White" On Pitchfork On November 20, Frenchkiss Records will release “(This is Why) I Can't Wear White” b/w “15,” the third in a series of 7-inch singles from Flock of Dimes, the solo project of Wye Oak’s Jenn Wasner. Limited to 1,000 copies, each … Continue reading Flock Of Dimes, Featuring Wye Oak’s Jenn Wasner, Premiere (This Is Why) I Don’t Wear White
FILTER Premieres Plateaus “The District”
Listen to "The District" Via FILTER Here! Plateaus model their sound after the production techniques of Spector, Meek and Wilson, but employ a modern punk edge evidenced by the songs’ brevity, catchy hooks and raw energy. A thick, distorted guitars and layers of blown-out vocals swim in a sea or reverberation, replete with catchy leads, … Continue reading FILTER Premieres Plateaus “The District”
Blind The Sky To Try Out For America’s Got Talent
Progressive Rock band Blind The Sky will be trying out for the Alabama portion of America's Got Talent. Blind The Sky is a rock band that has found it's strength in going against the common grain. Long and dynamic un-commercialized songs, but with electric drums, guitar synthesizers, and drum activated lights? That doesn't sound like … Continue reading Blind The Sky To Try Out For America’s Got Talent
All That Remains Pittsburgh Pictorial
Certainly well on their way to cracking the highest level of metal stardom is the band All That Remains. This is not the first time in the last few years that they have graced a Pittsburgh stage, and surely not to be the last, but their set was an impressively hard, fist pounding, circle trashing, … Continue reading All That Remains Pittsburgh Pictorial
Heavy Glow To Release “Mine All Mine” TOMORROW Via Their Website!
"steeped in psyche-soaked proto-metal, gutbucket garage rock and bone-deep 70s blooze..."-Classic Rock Magazine "Mine All Mine" is part of the 7" they'll be touring to support in 2013 and will be released on their website tomorrow 11/8/12 ...check it out here Psychedelic blues rock band Heavy Glow displays a mastery of confidence and emotive power … Continue reading Heavy Glow To Release “Mine All Mine” TOMORROW Via Their Website!
Suicide Silence Create Memorial Fund in Memory of Singer
Suicide Silence has set up a memorial fund in vocalist Mitch Lucker’s memory. The money will go to Lucker’s daughter, Kenadee, for an education fund. Suicide Silence stated, “We thank you for your continued love & support through this devastating time.” Those who donate $20 (or more) will receive a commemorative T-shirt. People who donate … Continue reading Suicide Silence Create Memorial Fund in Memory of Singer
Metalocalypse: Dethklok Dethalbum III’: Vinyl Edition Hits Stores Today/Live In Pittsburgh Thursday!
Last month, Adult Swim animated metallers DETHKLOK released their new album, Metalocalypse: Dethklok Dethalbum III, to a #10 Billboard Top 200 chart debut. Now, the public can experience the immensity of the world’s greatest metal band on vinyl. The vinyl LP edition of the album with special etching is available today via Amazon.com. Metalocalypse: Dethklok … Continue reading Metalocalypse: Dethklok Dethalbum III’: Vinyl Edition Hits Stores Today/Live In Pittsburgh Thursday!
VOIVOD Premieres ‘Target Earth’ Artwork, Reveals Album Details
Canadian progressive metal pioneers VOIVOD have premiered the artwork for their 13th studio album, Target Earth, on the band's official Facebook page. The original art was once again drawn by drummer Away (Michel Langevin) and features color schemes from each one of the band's' previous albums. Due out January 21st in Europe and January 22nd … Continue reading VOIVOD Premieres ‘Target Earth’ Artwork, Reveals Album Details
THE OTHER Premiere New Video for “Puppet on a String”
THE OTHER is considered to be Europe's most famous Horrorpunk-Band. THE OTHER covers a wide range of fans from the Goth Scene to Rock and Metal fans. After the very successful release of New Blood in 2010 the band is now coming back with their new album called The Devils You Know. Once again THE … Continue reading THE OTHER Premiere New Video for “Puppet on a String”
Adult Swim Releases Highly-Anticipated Dethklok Album, Metalocalypse: Dethklok Dethalbum III
Adult Swim is pleased to announce today’s release of the brand new album from DETHKLOK, the brutal animated band from the Metalocalypse television series, Metalocalypse: Dethklok Dethalbum III. From Williams Street Records, the network’s independent music label, the third album from the chart-topping band will be released in a variety of formats including a standard … Continue reading Adult Swim Releases Highly-Anticipated Dethklok Album, Metalocalypse: Dethklok Dethalbum III
A LIFE ONCE LOST: New Official Website is LIVE
A LIFE ONCE LOST has just unleashed the brand new, official band website at http://www.alifeoncelostofficial.com. Head there to buy tickets for their upcoming tour, read about current band news, and more. The website launch comes just one week before the release of the band’s new album, Ecstatic Trance, due out in North America on October … Continue reading A LIFE ONCE LOST: New Official Website is LIVE
GEOFF TATE Premieres New Song, “Take A Bullet” /In Pittsburgh 10/24
GEOFF TATE has teamed up with UltimateClassicRock.com for the exclusive, worldwide premiere of his new track, "Take A Bullet." This is the second song to be released from his upcoming solo album, KINGS & THIEVES, due out on November 6, 2012 on InsideOut Music. Internationally recognized as the acclaimed voice of Queensryche, GEOFF TATE is … Continue reading GEOFF TATE Premieres New Song, “Take A Bullet” /In Pittsburgh 10/24
Yoko Ono Releases ‘Onomix’
YOKO ONO has long been credited with igniting the punk-rock fire years before its official explosion, and her work continues to be relevant and inspirational decades later. For the past 10 years, ONO has been meticulously reinventing select songs from her vast catalog for 21st-century dancefloors, giving the groundbreaking pop culture icon a greater platform … Continue reading Yoko Ono Releases ‘Onomix’
Pittsburgh’s Own BLACK MOTH SUPER RAINBOW STREAMS COBRA JUICY
The witching hour approaches, dear citrus-heads. We're not talking about Halloween, but another occasion for mask-donning and mischief-making. That's right, Black Moth Super Rainbow's new record, Cobra Juicy, is out on October 23rd via his new label, Rad Cult. You can listen to it now at Paste Magazine. It makes for the perfect soundtrack to … Continue reading Pittsburgh’s Own BLACK MOTH SUPER RAINBOW STREAMS COBRA JUICY
CLUTCH Announce Earth Rocker as New Album Title
Maryland rockers CLUTCH have announced Earth Rocker as the title of their new studio album. Earth Rocker is scheduled for a worldwide release in March of 2013 on CLUTCH's label Weathermaker Music. In conjunction with the album's release CLUTCH will embark on the Earth Rocker world tour beginning in The United Kingdom in January of … Continue reading CLUTCH Announce Earth Rocker as New Album Title
The 13th Hour 5th Annual Group Exhibit
Last Rites Gallery opens it’s fifth annual The 13th Hour group exhibit, celebrating the spirit of the Halloween season. In it’s annual exhibit, Last Rites sets out to present a broad-spectrum representation of Dark Surrealism. Held just days before Halloween, the show is the gallery’s largest group exhibit, and features renowned artists from around the … Continue reading The 13th Hour 5th Annual Group Exhibit
PATRICK WATSON’S “NOISY SUNDAY” FEATURED ON AMC’S THE WALKING DEAD
Patrick Watson loves America. Last week the band brought their masterful orchestrations and pure harmonies to our airwaves via a World Cafe session and performed at Austin City Limits Festival. Last Sunday, their song "Noisy Sunday" was featured in the season premiere of AMC's The Walking Dead. What's more American than zombies and television? "I … Continue reading PATRICK WATSON’S “NOISY SUNDAY” FEATURED ON AMC’S THE WALKING DEAD
EVOCATION Streams New Album, ‘Illusions Of Grandeur’
Swedish death metal overlords EVOCATION will release their fourth studio album, Illusions Of Grandeur, on October 22nd in North America via Century Media Records! Illusions Of Grandeur was recorded at IF Studios (IN FLAMES, THE HAUNTED, etc.) & Evocation Studios together with producer Roberto Laghi (IN FLAMES, etc.), and it features 10 tracks of supreme … Continue reading EVOCATION Streams New Album, ‘Illusions Of Grandeur’
Freelance Whales Premiere “Spitting Image” Video
Click Here To Watch "Spitting Image" On MTV U Stream Diluvia Here Buy Diluvia On iTunes Buy Diluvia On Amazon Freelance Whales are named MTV PUSH Artist of The Week! Play. Until. Someone. Hears. One artist plus one week equals one week of a big PUSH, which is essentially MTV's newest initiative to place the … Continue reading Freelance Whales Premiere “Spitting Image” Video
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