October 2026 - Jace media music

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Billy Walton Band at the Tuesday Night Music club ,Coulsdon.

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Review written by Nigel Foster Photos By Ken Jackson I knew when I booked my ticket for what was another ‘sold out’ gig at the club that everyone was in for a treat and a night of great music. Those new to Billy Walton and his band that were amongst the ‘usual [more…]

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Interviews

‘Into the Maze’ with Metalite

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By Justin Smulison Metalite’s fifth LP, Discovery, is the newest chapter in the melodic metal quintet’s sci-fi opus, available worldwide from Perception, an imprint of Reigning Phoenix Records. Across 12 dynamic tracks, the album explores themes of human evolution, technology, survival, liberation and hope in a universe shaped by digital realities and [more…]

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Metal Live Reviews

Fear Factory – O2 Ritz Manchester 1 October 2026

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Live Review Words and Pictures: Phil Ingham The crowds gathered early at the O2 Ritz in Manchester for a packed and varied bill. We were to be treated to some dark melodic rock from The Nocturnal Affair, blackened death metal from HATE, metalcore from Crystal Lake and the main event by industrial [more…]

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News

Iron Maiden announce brand new 2027 tour dates for North America

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MAKE SURPRISE RETURN TO NORTH AMERICA IN 2027 CONTINUING THEIR HIGHLY ACCLAIMEDRUN FOR YOUR LIVES TOURFOR A FINAL RUN OF SPRING DATES FEATURING THEIR MOST SPECTACULAR SHOW EVER WITH A SET LIST DRAWN FROM THEIR CAREER DEFINING EARLY DECADES AND BRINGING THE HUGELY POPULAR EDDIE’S DIVE BARS WITH THEM ONCE MORE! LIVE NATION [more…]

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News

Bad Company – New Video/Single “Bad Company” Taken From “Live In London”

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“Bad Company” Out Now With Official Music VideoNEW YORK, NY (October 16, 2026) Iconic rock band Bad Company drops new single and accompanying music video for “Bad Company”, off their upcoming album Live in London. Set for release on November 13, Live In London – which is being released for the first time! [more…]

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News

CHAMELEONS – Head Out on Run of UK Dates in Autumn + Winter 2026 – Kicking Off Next Week

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INCLUDING THE 12TH ANNIVERSARY OF THEIR ‘HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS’ HOMECOMING SHOW AT NEW CENTURY HALL, MANCHESTER 45 years since their formation, and after a hugely successful 2025 run of shows, CHAMELEONS are thrilled to head out on a new series of dates for 2026. In October and December, CHAMELEONS [more…]

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Blues & Americana Live Reviews

Erja Lyytinen – Queen of Slide Guitar Rocks The Old Brewery Store!

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Review By Jess Bea Headlining at the fantastic Old Brewery Store in Faversham this evening, the phenomenal Erja Lyytinen brought her tour to a close in the wonderful setting accompanied by her fabulous duo. And what a way to round off a tour! The Finnish blues-rock sensation, who celebrates her 50th birthday [more…]

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Blues & Americana Live Reviews

Ross Harding at Faversham Old Brewery: A Dark, Soul-Stirring Blues Experience

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Review by Jess Bea South African dark blues preacher Ross Harding brought the spirit of the crossroads to Faversham Old Brewery for an evening of raw, brooding blues, hosted by Rockin’ Roots Events. This was no ordinary blues performance; it felt like stepping into a world where the music is darker, the [more…]

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News

Download XXIV Is Officially The Fastest-Selling Download Festival Ever

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OFFICIALLY THE FASTEST-SELLING DOWNLOAD FESTIVAL EVER FINAL LATE BIRD TICKETS REMAININGEarly Bird tickets for next year’s festival sold out at record speedFinal Late Bird tickets available to buy now at www.downloadfestival.co.ukDownload XXIV returns to Donington Park on 9–13 June 2027 Wednesday 14 October: Download XXIV has officially become the festival’s fastest-selling edition ever, and excitement for next [more…]

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In We Fall – ‘Between Memories’: Heavy Emotion With A Cinematic Edge

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“‘Between Memories’ aims to highlight the immersive journey of one’s relationship with their own memories and what a nuanced process it can sometimes be. We wanted that to be showcased by the contrast of moods throughout the song, alternating between an approach that was more aggressive and one that was more subtle.” [more…]

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News

Roxanne de Bastion is the ‘Apocalypse Queen’ – NEW ALBUM & UK TOUR announced!

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View this email in your browser Roxanne de Bastion announces bold new album Here Lies Human with Tony Visconti produced single Apocalypse Queen Single/Music Video Out Now UK Tour dates announced for March and April 2027 Recorded in New York City, de Bastion and Visconti realise a vivid musical vision powered by [more…]

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News

Staind – Release New Single “Ghosts” Today

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GRAMMY® NOMINATED ROCK INSTITUTION STAIND TURN THE PAGE ON NEXT CHAPTER WITH VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE “GHOSTS” — WATCH + LISTEN SECOND LEG OF NORTH AMERICAN BREAK THE CYCLE 25TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR KICKS OFF IN 2027 MORE MUSIC COMING SOON In the midst of a major moment sparked by a massive sold-out [more…]