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Phenomena, the series of rock music concept albums conceived by producer Tom Galley and his brother, Whitesnake/Trapeze guitarist Mel Galley, and directed by Wilfried Rimensberger, is making a return with new versions of the three initial albums being released. Phenomena is credited with reviving the fortunes of the 'concept album' - rock records with a distinct storyline throughout, and accompanying multi-media and artwork -  in the late 80s/early 90s. The three records are now being re-issued as definitive editions with never before seen material.

New York blues songstress Sari Schorr has been announced for a show at London's prestigious 100 Club during Blues Week 2019 in the UK capital. She will play the venue on Friday 18th January, topping a co-headline bill that will see her joined by Sharrie Williams - the Princess Of Rockin' Gospel Blues.

Deadland Ritual, the brand new group featuring former members of Black Sabbath, Guns & Roses and Billy Idol's band have just dropped their first single, Down In Flames, and it's accompanying video. The band are led by legendary Black Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler, who's joined by Billy Idol axeman Steve Stevens, former Guns N Roses/Velvet Revolver drummer Matt Sorum, and singer Franky Perez (Apocalyptica, Scars on Broadway).

The Darkness is a british hard rock band, influenced by the glam-rock genre in their usage of distorted guitars, power chords, blazing solos and a focus on the vocal side of the music in most of their pieces.

The talented singer, songwriter and producer, has released a new single titled “Anybody out There” as of the 7th December. The song features strong themes of love, and other people’s company, sometimes even what happens when these things are missing.

At the peak of its popularity, X-Factor seemed untouchable, with viewing figures routinely topping 10 million every episode. But oh, how times have changed, with the Simon Cowell touchstone now grappling with a dwindling audience for the past few years.

White Lies, the post-punk English band, known for the successful “To Lose my Life” record, and their follow-up “Ritual.”, have very recently released a new single for their upcoming album “Five”, expected to be released on February, 2019.

South African groove-rockers' concept album tells the story of life over the last two years as one of their country’s hardest working bands.

RHYE, the R&B influenced psychedelic Canadian and Danish brings its unique sound to Mexico City and Monterrey, two of the largest cities of the country, making music fans excited as it is the first time they visit the country. RHYE, the R&B influenced psychedelic Canadian and Danish brings its unique sound to Mexico City and Monterrey, two of the largest cities of the country, making music fans excited as it is the first time they visit the country. 

The Australian country star Morgan Evans is increasing his traction obtained by his acclaimed record “Things that we drink to”, released in October 2018, with a series of new intimate sets called “Highway 1 Sessions.” The song “Young Again” was released as of 5 Dec 2018. 

Last week, the well-known British alternative rock band released their third studio album after a couple of months teasing the aesthetic and some singles from the album on their social media.

Rising independent artist, Hannah Bethel's music video for her latest single, "Train," aired in an exclusive CMT Artist Discovery broadcast premiered on CMT Music and online at CMT.com on Tuesday. 

As part of their recently announced Winter schedule the Edinburgh Blues Club has pulled off quite a coup by managing to bring two of the USA's foremost modern blues acts to the city for their only Scottish appearances. Sugaray Rayford will headline at The Voodoo Rooms on January 15th, while Rick Estrin & The Nightcats will appear at Stramash on the 23rd January.

Finland-based progressive metallers Wheel have announced details of their upcoming debut album. 'Moving Backwards' will be released February 22nd, 2019 via Odyssey Music Network. It follows the group's two EPs, 2017's The Path and 2018's The Divide. The album will see the band expanding their unique collage of prog rock, grunge and film scores that have seen them compared to metal icons Tool.

Hailing from the British territory of Gibraltar, and forging a sound that combines classic British rock with big American-style vocals and EDM-influenced synths, classic rock five-piece Jetstream has just released their new single Delta Blues.

During their latest tour, we caught up with the popular roots-rock sisters, Larkin Poe. On a cold Wednesday night in Islington, it soon became clear there was heated interest in the rock duo with the length of the queue alone; it was also quite an impressive venue too!

Nashville, TN – Guitarist and singer Peter Mayer of the Peter Mayer Group and Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band will perform his 19th annual Stars and Promises Christmas tour.  

The trailblazing rulers of prog-rock, King Crimson, are to perform a series of live dates in 2019 in celebration of the band's 50th Anniversary. The group, which was reactivated by band leader Robert Fripp and returned to touring in 2014, will include both festivals and headline shows in the tour which will take place across three continents. So far there are three UK dates included.

Gabrielle Aplin has released her brand new single ‘My Mistake’, the first song to be taken from her forthcoming third album due for release next year. The new single premiered with Billboard who said, “‘Gabrielle Aplin lets her guard down on ‘My Mistake’… [it] is an emotional piano ballad that provides an open reflection on embracing your flaws.”