Heart Line
HEART LINE Heart Line is back! French AOR/Melodic Rock band Heart Line is back with the third album “Falling Heaven”. With this opus, the group once again confirms its ability to renew itself while remaining as melodic as ever. Sometimes more powerful (We rule the night, Fire in the sky, God has a plan) than its predecessors, this album still is also full of AOR gems (Silent Dreamers, Love song, You crossed the line). Always inspired by the 80’s, with these 12 new tracks the French quintet shows us once again that they are one of the very best groups of the genre. « Falling Heaven » will be released on Pride & Joy Music on March 31st, 2025. Produced by Yvan GuillevicMastering by Brett Caldas Lima (Tower Studio)Artwork & graphics by Stan W Decker Line up: Yvan Guillevic: GuitarsEmmanuel Creis: VocalsJorris Guilbaud: KeyboardsDominique Braud: BassWalter Français: Drums Previous releases: Back In the Game 2021Rock ’n Roll Queen 2023Original Seeds (EP) 2023 https://www.facebook.com/Heartlinebandofficial Releases Heart Line – Falling Heaven TRACKLIST:1. Fire In The Sky2. God has a plan3. Everytime you smile4. Falling Heaven5. Liar6. You crossed the line7. Silent dreamers8. We rule the night9. I don’t want to live without you10. Wake up11. Love song12. Broken Heart Videos Playlist 2 Videos Heart Line – God Has A Plan (Official Video) 3:29 Heart Line – Fire In The Sky (Official Audio Video) 4:29
Alien
ALIEN Alien is a Swedish rock band that has been a cornerstone of the hard rock scene since 1986, known for their melodic hooks, powerful guitar riffs, and the unmistakable voice of Jim Jidhed. Formed in Gothenburg, Sweden, the band quickly gained recognition both domestically and internationally, building a legacy of powerful albums and unforgettable live shows.Alien’s self-titled debut album, released in 1988, introduced their melodic hard rock style to the world establishing Alien as one of the standout bands of the late 80s hard rock scene. „Only One Woman,“ one of Alien’s most iconic songs which currently has almost 6 million streams on Spotify alone, became a massive hit and achieved gold certification in Sweden and dominated Swedish radio charts. The song also performed well internationally, receiving heavy rotation on radio stations in Europe, the US and Japan pushing the band higher into the global spotlight.Since then, the band has released several albums, the most recent one, ”Into the future” in 2020, which acclaimed positive reviews for its modern approach to the band’s established style, while still staying true to their melodic rock roots.2025 marks a comeback with a brand new album coming out. With their new album ”When Yesterday Comes Around” the band takes you back to a glorious time, but with a modern sound. Alien will also play at Sweden Rock Festival on the 4th of June and will also embark on an South American tour in the fall.With a career spanning over three decades, the band continues to evolve and remain a vital force in rock music and the music continues to resonate with fans old and new. With a loyal fan base, a history of chart-topping hits and a reputation for delivering high-quality performances the band continues to tour worldwide and perform at major festivals and clubs. Their signature sound, a distinctive blend of melodic hard rock and AOR, has earned them a place among Sweden’s most enduring and beloved rock acts. Releases Alien – When Yesterday Comes Around TRACKLIST In The End We Fall If Love Is War Aming High Strange Way We Are Living I Belong I Remember Signs Fall In My Arms Coming Home Hearts On Fire When Yesterday Comes Around Awareness (Outro) Videos Playlist 3 Videos Alien – Strange Way (Official Video) 4:45 ALIEN – In The End We Fall (Official Video) 5:13 Alien – If Love Is War (Official Lyric Video) 3:44
Atlantis Drive
Atlantis Drive Brand new multinational band Atlantis Drive is the brainchild of German guitarist Markus Pfeffer (Barnabas Sky, Lazarus Dream). With the creative goal of celebrating and reviving the Melodic Rock sound of the 80’s, he embarks on a musical journey together with vocal legend Mark Boals (Ring Of Fire, Shining Black, ex-Yngwie Malmsteen’s Rising Force), French keyboardist Jorris Guilbaud (Devoid, Heart Line) and drummer Markus Kullmann (Glenn Hughes, Sinner, Voodoo Circle). Beyond short-lived trends, Atlantis Drive stylistically celebrates the spirit of the 80’s with thick and shimmering keyboards full of hooklines, groovy guitar riffs, filigree solos, catchy choruses and bombastic vocal arrangements. Mark Boals hasn’t been heard in such a melodic context for a long time and those who know him primarily from neoclassical bands and projects will certainly be very positively surprised by the unbelievably catchy hooklines and choruses that he conjures out of his hat with Atlantis Drive. In terms of content, Boals’ lyrics, which are really worth listening to, cover a wide range of topics from nostalgic retrospectives („Way Back When“), faith in oneself („Faith“), one’s own finiteness („Time“, „Curtain Falls“) and betrayal („Medusa Smile“) to missing our musical heroes in the eight-and-a-half-minute closing epic „Heroes“. Mark Boals: Vocals, Background VocalsMarkus Pfeffer: Guitars, BassJorris Guilbaud: SynthsMarkus Kullmann: Drums Mix, Production: Markus PfefferMastering: Rolf Munkes, Empire Studios (www.empire-studios.de) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atlantisdrivemusic Releases Atlantis Drive – Atlantis Drive TRACKLIST: 1.Way Back When, 2. Medusa Smile, 3. Living For The Moment, 4. Brand New Start, 5. United, 6. Curtain Falls, 7. Faith, 8. Time, 9. Farewell To A Friend, 10. Heroes Videos Playlist 2 Videos ATLANTIS DRIVE – Way Back When (Offical Lyric Video) 4:31 ATLANTIS DRIVE – Faith (Official Lyric Video) 4:46
Universe III
Universe III Universe started in 1982 in Upplands Väsby, Sweden, where hard rock ruled the streets. The members hailed from several different local bands. After leaving the band Moon, lead guitarist Michael Kling, who founded the band WC in the late 70’s with John Norum, became one of UNIVERSE’s founding members. Bassist Hasse Hagman, who played in Joey Tempest’s first band, along with drummer Anders Wetterström and guitarist Per Nilsson, all came from the band Twilight. Once UNIVERSE got their hands on keyboard player Fredrik Kriström and singer Kjell Wallen, the band was complete. They played diligently for a couple of years all over Sweden, opening for Nazareth, among many other gigs. In 1985, the band released its self-titled debut album with songs like „Rollin’ On“, „Stories from the Old Days“, and „Strong Vibrations“. In 1986, Kjell Wallen left the band on good terms following creative differences and was subsequently replaced by Janne Åström. With Janne as the new frontman, the band focused fully on a follow-up to their debut album. Several demos were recorded but never ended up in the right hands. The band dissolved in early 1988 and then had a short reunion for a final show in the ice hall in Upplands Väsby later that year. The band members went their separate ways, each showing up here and there in different contexts with connections to music. Everyone maintained occasional contact. 2002, all the members met up together for the first time in 14 years. They immediately knew they wanted to play again and became convinced that the old material still had potential. Everyone agreed that a new album had to be released, but also that they were being pulled in different directions. For several years they kept continuous contact, waiting for the time when recording an album became inevitable. At first, UNIVERSE lacked a singer, but suddenly one day he was just there. Andreas Eklund (ex-House Of Shakira) became the new front man, his narrative lyrics and tasteful melodies opening the door to another dimension, so the band could take a bigger step into the galaxy. UNIVERSE was back as UNIVERSE INFINITY with “Rock Is Alive” in 2018 via Pride & Joy Music, a powerful album that is a tribute to the music of the 70’s and 80’s, and to their youth in Upplands Väsby. After the release of „Rock Is Alive“, several gigs followed at clubs and festivals, among other venues, where the band mixed songs from the new record with classics from their debut album. Performing live again was glorious and ended too quickly. The pandemic was difficult for many artists. Most of the band decided early on that they couldn’t imagine isolating themselves from one another and safely continued meeting. Reinvigorated, the members began working on new songs in the rehearsal room with the same vigor they did when creating the debut album. They quickly pounded out 20 songs, style-wise reminiscent of the 2 previous records, and 10 of which they saved for release on a future album. During the pandemic, there was a clear rift between the members for various reasons resulting in Kling and the band going their separate ways. During the phase UNIVERSE III, their third record will be released, with the release date and title to be announced shortly. With a new album locked and loaded, the band is ready to go out and play again. They are thirsty to meet the audience and are planning a setlist with songs from all the records and new material that will not disappoint! Line-up: Andreas Eklund (Lead and backing vocals), Freddie Kriström (keyboards), Hasse Hagman (bass), Anders Wetterström (drums), Per Nilsson (Electric and acoustic guitars) https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084321095383 Releases Universe III – Universe III TRACKLIST: 1. I Am, 2. To Serve And Protect, 3. Casa De Los Pollos, 4. Why, 5. Hanging By A Thread, 6. Rise Above, 7. Liquid Confidence, 8. Dream Of Better Days, 9. Too Late, 10. It’s Time Videos Playlist 2 Videos Universe III – I Am (Official Video) 4:36 Universe III – To Serve & Protect (Official Video) 5:48
Bad Boy
Bad Boy For more than 4 decades, Bad Boy has been writing music, getting airplay, reviews and still playing Rock and Roll. Must be something in the blood. Bad Boy is a legendary hard rock band from Milwaukee Wisconsin USA that signed their first record deal with United Artists in 1977. Founded by Steve Grimm, John Marcelli, Joey LaVie, and Lars Hanson their first two albums reached the top 100 on the Billboard national music charts. In 1980 the band signed with Streetwise music and with two new members Scott Stephan on guitars and Hector “Jackie” Ramos on drums released the band’s third album entitled “Private Party” in 1981. The Saga continues with this re-release that is frozen and stands the test of time. Recorded at the Playboy Club in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin by soundscapist Andy Waterman. “Private Party” is a fantastic hard rock album that has on CD been a highly sought collectors commodity and is now finally available and remastered with one additional bonus track “You And Me Against The World”. This CD is Vol. 6 of the Pride & Joy Music Classixx series and exclusively distributed via shop.prideandjoy.de and strictly limited to 300 copies. Releases Bad Boy – Private Party TRACKLIST: 1. Intro/ Run From Yourself, 2. Don’t Pretend, 3. Can’t You See, 4. Have I The Right, 5. How Log, 6. Let me Love You, 7. Come With Me, 8. Come A Bit Closer, 9. Here I Am, 10. Private Party/ Closing, 11. You And Me Against The World (Bonus Track) Videos
A Neverending Johns Dream
A Neverending Johns Dream A Neverending John’s Dream is a Melodic Hard ‘n’ Heavy band formed in Barcelona in 2022 when Joan M. Heredia (drums, vocal, and composer) teamed up with David Vidal (guitars), Paul E. Schuster (bass) and Xavier Miró (keyboards). Joan M. Heredia started to play drums, to sing and to write songs more than 20 years ago, has been playing in dozens of bands but so far never has thought about releasing own material until now. A Neverending John’s Dream’s debut album, “Coming Back to Paradise”, was completely written and produced by Joan M. Heredia. The recordings and the mix took place at Moontower Studios in Barcelona. Erik Mårtensson (Eclipse) at Mass Destruction Production Studios (Sweden) mastered this release. The cover artwork and the CD layout were designed by Jan Yrlund, at Darkgrove Design (Finland); photos were taken by Irene Serrano. “Coming Back to Paradise” is a melodic hard ‘n’ heavy album, with a late 80s/ early 90s feel, but with an up to date production. The lyrics are telling stories about a lot of experiences, centred in human condition, music, and nature. The song chosen as a single with a video clip (filmed by Visual Noise Barcelona) is “Coming Back to Paradise”, a veritable hard rock hit with the homonymous title of the album. The meaning of the band’s name is a bit philosophic. The creation of music has no end (Neverending), and this fact, is like a dream for Joan M. Heredia (John). https://www.facebook.com/aneverendingjohnsdream Releases A Neverending John’s Dream – Coming Back To Paradise TRACKLIST: 1. Welcome To My Ghost Kingdom, 2. Coming Back To Paradise, 3. Equilibrium, 4. I’ve Lost My Dreams, 5. If We Stand United, 6. Alone With My Shadow, 7. Prisoners Of This Life, 8. In Our Hands, 9. Sad Winter, 10. Save Me From Myself, 11. Mother Of All, 12. Sunrise Videos Playlist 2 Videos A Neverending John’s Dream – Coming Back To Paradise (Official Video) 5:03 A Neverending John’s Dream – Prisoners Of This Life (Official Audio Video) 4:03
Alicate
Alicate Alicate was formed in the late eighties by lead vocalist/guitarist Jonas Erixon and bass player Fredrik Ekberg. They released a 7” single called “The End/Too Shy To Take It” which is a collectors piece today. They toured in Sweden and Finland and also supported Ian Gillan on his „Toolbox Tour“ in 1992. During the mid-nineties the band was put on ice. Fast forward to 2006, where the Alicate reformed and started to work on new material that resulted in their first full length album called “World Of Anger” (released in 2009). The same year they did a successful appearance at Sweden rock festival. The success of this album and the popularity of their concerts, led to the release of their second album, “Free Falling” in 2013. Their third Full length album, “Unforgiven To Be Forgiven”, followed in 2018 together with a Live EP called “Live At Forum”. The creativity was reaching soaring levels when Covid sadly hit the world and put the progress on hold for the band. However, Jonas Erixon still wrote songs and collaborated with some high profile artists and wrote/co-wrote songs for Giant, Skills (with Billy Sheehan and Brad Gillis) and Sweet Oblivion (Geoff Tate). During the Pandemic, work also started on new material for Alicate. The band looked for a natural progression from their previous heavy album that would result in a more melodic version of the group, adding even more hooks to the songs. The result was the most successful album to date „Butterfly“ (released 2022 via Pride & Joy Music). The Swedish quartet quickly started recording their next release in the same vein. The result is their new album called „Heaven tonight“ (2024) that was recorded and mixed in Spjutseroad Studios and Blind Mans Aim Studios which will now be released again on Pride & Joy Music on April 19th, 2024. Alicate Line-up: Jonas Erixon – vocals and guitars, Fredrik Ekberg – bass, Glenn Ljungkvist – keys, Jesper Persson – drums https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063466240047 Releases Alicate – Heaven Tonight TRACKLIST: 1. Are You Ready?, 2. Under the Gun, 3. Heaven Tonight, 4. Big Time, 5. Ride The Storm, 6. Dreaming, 7. Dangerous, 8. Hold On, 9. Count to Ten, 10. You’re Gone Videos Playlist 2 Videos Alicate – Heaven Tonight (Official Video) 3:39 ALICATE – Let It Out (Official Video) 4:20
Oz Hawe Petersson’s Rendezvous
Oz Hawe Petersson’s Rendezvous Oz Hawe Petersson’s Rendezvous is a rock project featuring Osukaru guitarist Oz Hawe Petersson and keyboard player Mathias Rosén, both once part of the short-lived band Eye (Sweden) which folded back in 2010. With many more stories to tell, Oz and Mathias kept on writing songs together. Yet due to hectic schedules on both ends, they were in no rush to find a proper home for them – not until the year 2021. Osukaru would release their most successful album to date with „Starbound“ but with the world still on hiatus back then, there were no shows lined up just yet. Oz took the time off to once again reach out to Mathias and work on new songs. It was finally time to make a proper album together. Oz and Mathias come from opposite ends musically but in classic rock they found communion. With new songs in the works and additional musicians attached, they titled the project Rendezvous. Ultimately, they inked a worldwide deal with German label Pride & Joy Music for a release on March 22nd, 2024. The musicians on this albums include David Forbes (Boulevard), Chris Rosander, Fredrik Werner (Osukaru), Sayit Dölen & more. For a full list, check the additional pdf with the full line-up. Produced by: Oz Hawe PeterssonExecutive producer: Mathias RosénMixed by: Svein Jensen at Grand Recordings, GothenburgMastered by: Sverker Widgren at Wing Studios, StockholmArtwork by: Oz Hawe PeterssonPhotography: Anna Ljungman Management: Adrienne Hawe Petersson for AHM Management Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ohprendezvous Releases Oz Hawe Petersson’s Rendezvous – st TRACKLIST: 1. Tuning In, 2. Sacred Land, 3. As We Cry, 4. These Tears, 5. Midnight Lady (Dangerous Game), 6. Fool’s Gold, 7. This Time Around, 8. The Essence Of Love, 9. All Roads Lead Back To You, 10. Never Be Videos Playlist 3 Videos Oz Hawe Petersson’s Rendezvous – As We Cry (Official Video) 4:01 Oz Hawe Petersson’s Rendezvous – Sacred Land (Official Video) 3:12 Oz Hawe Petersson’s Rendezvous – The Essence of Love (Official Video) 3:38
Neon Rider
Neon Rider The story of Argentinian Melodic Rock group NEON RIDER began in the second half of the year 2020, when the two guitarists, bandmates in another group, Hernan Cattaneo & Marcos Nieva Green, decided to put together a new project to create music with a more classic sound that is based on their Hard Rock & AOR roots. When they began composing and recording demos, they realized that they had much more to show thank just being a project and that the obvious and correct thing was to mutate towards an actual band. That’s how, finally, after a couple of years, with a single and EP released both independently and already with some line-up changes NEON RIDER was completed with Bruno Sangari (vocals), Daniel Bravo (bass) and Pablo Ureta drums). Now, they offer their first full-length album called “Destination Unknown” which contains of 11 songs plus one intro, which seeks to take the listener to an “unknown destination”, making him feel like they are traveling to other places and eras. This album also represents a link between the members and their sons and daughters, as the last song of the album, “Riders Of The Night” showcases a children’s choir, with special guests: Valentino Sangari, Sofia Cattaneo, Leandro Guzman Nieva, and Julieta Nieva Rodriguez. Line-Up:Bruno Sangari – VocalsDaniel Bravo – BassPablo Ureta – DrumsHernan Cattaneo – Guitar & Backing vocalsMarcos Nieva Green – Guitar & Backing vocals Produced by Neon RiderRecorded at Neon’s Studios; mixed and mastered by Marcos Nieva Green.Artwork by AeonEye Designs FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064182996926 Releases Dark Mile – Dark Mile TRACKLIST: 1. Destination Unknown, 2. Neon Rider, 3. Feel The Magic, 4. Unleash The Fire, 5. I Lay My Life In Rock N Roll, 6. Compass Rose, 7. Surreal, 8. My Time To Say Goodbye, 9. Standing By The Edge, 10. One And Only, 11. One Night In The Big City, 12. Riders Of The Night Videos Playlist 3 Videos Neon Rider – Feel The Magic (Official Video) 5:25 Neon Rider – Standing By The Edge (Official Video) 4:47 NEON RIDER – One Night In The Big City (Official Lyric Video) 5:10
Social Disorder
Social Disorder SOCIAL DISORDER – the „project“ feat. Anders La Rönnblom (X-Romance), Tracii Guns (LA GUNS), Leif Ehlin (PERFECT PLAN), Shawn Duncan (LA GUNS), David Stone (RAINBOW), Thomas Nordin and Rudy Sarzo (WHITESNAKE, OZZY etc.) that turned in to so much more! After the fantastic response, and incredible reviews around the world for the album „Love 2 Be Hated“ (2021), they decided to record another record. Anders Rönnblom started right away to write new material, and in the fall of 2021 the recording process for the sophomore release „Time To Rise“ kicked off and was completed earlier this year. Everyone in the band was more involved in the new album this time – and the result speaks for itself! Production credits go to mastermind Anders La Rönnblom, to mixing engineer Marten Eriksson at Fan Club Production and the mastering credits to Svante Forsbäck at Chartmakers. … It’s now TIME TO RISE! Line-up: Thomas Nordin – Vocals, Anders La Rönnblom – Bass Guitar, Rhythm Guitar, Piano, Tracii Guns – Lead & Rhythm Guitar, Rudy Sarzo – Bass Guitar, Shawn Duncan – Drums, Leif Ehlin – Keyboard & Hammond, Dave Stone – Keyboard & Hammond Guest on „Going Blind“ (Bjorn Englen, bass) https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSocialDisorderSweden https://www.instagram.com/socialdisordersweden Releases Social Disorder – Time To Rise TRACKLIST: 1. Time To Rise, 2. High On Life, 3. Going Blind, 4. Free Your Spirit, 5. Forged In Fire, 6. Stardust In Mirrors, 7. Last Call, 8. Can’t Get You Out Of My Head, 9. Dancing In The Rain, 10. See What You Believe Videos Playlist 3 Videos Social Disorder – Dancing In The Rain (Official Video) 4:23 Social Disorder – Time To Rise (Official Lyric Video) 5:28 Social Disorder – Forged In Fire (Official Lyric Video) 4:50