KALAMITY KILLS Announces Album Kalamity Kills (Expanded Edition), Arriving September 9th



KALAMITY KILLS Announces Debut Album Kalamity Kills (Expanded Edition), Arriving September 9th, 

Visualizer for “Afraid” Out Now
Watch “Afraid” HERE


KALAMITY KILLS continues their relentless ascent with the announcement of their self-titled debut album, Kalamity Kills (Expanded Edition), set for release September 9, 2025 on CD via their own label, PERO RECORDINGS. The announcement arrives with the release of a powerful visualizer available for hit single “Afraid” available HERE. The Expanded Edition of Kalamity Kills will feature not only new tracks, but alt. mixes as well! Hot on the heels of their Billboard Mainstream Rock and Mediabase Active Rock success with “Starry Skies (988)”—which spent 9 weeks in the Billboard Top 40 and 12 weeks on the Mediabase charts—KALAMITY KILLS channels their uncompromising energy into a fierce anthem that demands attention. Produced and mixed by Jamey Perrenot, “Afraid” is a bold declaration of resilience and empowerment, driven by razor-sharp guitar riffs, searing vocals, and lyrics that defy submission. Written by Perrenot and Jamie Rowe, the track introduces Julia Lauren Bullock, KALAMITY KILLS’ dynamic new bassist, whose harmonies and background vocals bring a fresh intensity to the band’s sonic identity. While Rob Bodley brings the power on drums in the live lineup, the studio version features a thunderous performance by Ray Luzier of KORN, further elevating the track’s urgency and fire. The expanded CD edition of Kalamity Kills, which includes “Afraid” and additional exclusive material, will be available in limited quantities starting September 9. A candy apple red vinyl edition is scheduled to follow in April 2026.

About KALAMITY KILLS

KALAMITY KILLS is a hard rock band forged in the heart of East Nashville, Tennessee. Formed in 2022 by vocalist Jamie Rowe and guitarist/producer Jamey Perrenot, the band emerged from the ashes of a solo project into a fully realized sonic assault—fueled by raw emotion, modern aggression, and a deep respect for rock’s roots. With a sound that fuses the swagger of classic hard rock with the intensity and polish of modern metal, KALAMITY KILLS strikes a rare balance between power and vulnerability.

Best known for their debut self-titled album Kalamity Kills, the band quickly turned heads thanks to high-profile collaborations with members of KORN, 3 DOORS DOWN, LA GUNS, CONQUER DIVIDE, and UNDEROATH. Their music has earned national airplay on SIRIUSXM’s Octane, landed on the Billboard Active Rock charts, and crossed over into viral success without ever chasing trends.

More than just a studio project, KALAMITY KILLS is a growing force with a full live lineup, including bassist/vocalist Julia Lauren Bullock and drummer Rob Bodley. Their songs—ranging from explosive anthems to brutally honest ballads—tackle themes of faith, failure, hypocrisy, redemption, and the messy beauty of being human.

KALAMITY KILLS is for the outsiders, the misfits, the ones who’ve been burned and are still standing. Loud. Unapologetic. Unforgettable.

KALAMITY KILLS is: Jamie Rowe – Lead Vocals Jamey Perrenot – Guitar / Producer Julia Lauren Bullock – Bass / Vocals (Live) Rob Bodley – Drums (Live)
 


Track Listing: 
Anthem
Dearest Enemy
What’s On Your Mind
Dark Secrets
The Chemistry of Meant To Be
ALIEN Hellfire
Honey
Burn
Sinners Welcome
I Still Believe
Amen
Bonus Tracks:
Afraid
Starry Skies (988) (feat. Aaron Gillespie from Underoath)
Dark Secrets (2025 Version)
Dearest Enemy (Pressure) (Scott Bush alt. Mix)
The Chemistry of Meant To Be (Kellan McGregor Radio Mix)
Jingle Bells (Slay)


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Pirate Metal Heroes ALESTORM Announce Eighth Studio Album


Pirate Metal Heroes ALESTORM Announce Eighth Studio Album, The Thunderfist Chronicles

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The ultimate pirate metal adventure is about to set sail!
Hoist the sails, sharpen your cutlasses, and fill your tankards—ALESTORM is back with their brand-new album, The Thunderfist Chronicles, set for release on June 20, 2025 via Napalm Records! The Scottish party pirates return with their eight album, containing eight new anthems packed with blistering riffs, wild shanty-driven riffs, and utterly ridiculous lyrics—taking the high seas of metal to new depths.

The Thunderfist Chronicles arrives as the successor to ALESTORM’s epic seventh studio album, Seventh Rum of a Seventh Rum, which peaked at #5 on both the US Current Hard Music and Top New Artist Albums charts, #7 on the German Album charts, and many more. After the release of last year’s Voyage of the Dead Marauder EP and extensive touring, the band returns for more! With The Thunderfist ChroniclesALESTORM proves once again why they are the undisputed rulers of the Seven Metal Seas. So, grab your nearest jug of rum—this is going to be loud, chaotic, and absolutely legendary!
 
Christopher Bowes on the new album:
“This album is weird and full of difficult riffs that I already regret. There’s a bunch of fun things to discover on the record though – we’ve got a cover of a song by our friends in Nekrogoblikon, a whole lot of other heavy stuff, plus the longest song I’ve ever written (over 17 minutes long) which features guest vocals from Patty Gurdy (everyone’s favorite hurdy gurdy player) and Sir Russel Allen (Symphony X singer and my favorite vocalist of all time).”

The Thunderfist Chronicles track listing:
1. Hyperion Omniriff
2. Killed to Death by Piracy
3. Banana
4. Frozen Piss 2
5. The Storm
6. Mountains of the Deep
7. Goblins Ahoy!
8. Mega-Supreme Treasure of the Eternal Thunderfist
 
The Thunderfist Chronicles will be available in the following formats:
1 LP Gatefold Liquid (Poster, Lyric Sheet, Hand-numbered Certificate, Booklet 16p) – Napalm mailorder (RoW) exclusive –  strictly limited
1 LP Gatefold Translucent Lime Green (Poster, Lyric Sheet) – Napalm mail order exclusive – strictly limited
1-LP Gatefold Splattered Orange/Black (Poster, Lyric Sheet, Booklet 16p) – Napalm mail order exclusive –  strictly limited
1 LP Gatefold Black                        
2-CD Mediabook, 24p (Album + Live Album)
1-CD Mediabook, Digisleeve (Instrumental Album), 7″ Single (2-Tracks) – (deluxe wooden box, flag) – Napalm mailorder exclusive –  strictly limited
1-CD Jewel Case

Pre-Order the The Thunderfist Chronicles NOW!
Experience ALESTORM live:
18.04.25 NL – Schijndel / Paaspop
04.05.25 JP – Tokyo / Shibuya WWWX
05.05.25 JP – Tokyo / Shibuya WWWX
06.05.25 JP – Osaka / Ruido
07.06.25 CZ – Plzeň / Metalfest
13.06.25 ES – Zamora / Z! Live Rock Fest
19.06.25 BE – Dessel / Graspop
21.06.25 FI – Nummijärvi / Nummirock
25.06.25 NO – Oslo / Tons of Rock
27.06.25 CH – Grenchen / Summerside
29.06.25 ES – Barcelona / Rockfest
01.08.25 RO – Rasnov / Rockstadt Extreme
22.08.25 PT – Pindelo dos Milagres / Milagre Metaleiro
24.08.25 FR – Chateau Gontier / V & B Festival
19.09.25 US – Louisville / Louder than Life
19.10.25 NL – Den Bosch / The Rock Circus
 
ALESTORM are:
Christopher Bowes – Vocals, Keytar
Gareth Murdock – Bass
Máté Bodor – Guitar
Peter Alcorn – Drums
Elliot Vernon – Keyboard
 
ALESTORM online:
Website
Instagram
Facebook
Napalm Records
The band ALESTORM poses in a vibrant green setting, showcasing their energetic pirate metal style. [photo credit: Niek van de Vondervoort]
The band ALESTORM poses in a vibrant green setting, showcasing their energetic pirate metal style. [photo credit: Niek van de Vondervoort]

Who Is Your Metal Valkyrie of 2014?

Who Is Your Metal Valkyrie of 2014?

Who was your dominate female lead of 2014?  I am conducting a poll for a write up about this years best Female Lead Performances.  Tell me who your favorite female vocalist and tell me why at the poll below.  If I get enough votes, the winning lady will be chosen by YOU, and not my own opinion!  If I do not get at least 40 voters, then the write up will be completely based on which female lead singer dominated in the news this year and grew in popularity.  Make it your winner at the link below!

VOTE NOW: http://goo.gl/7YcmKr

CURRENT NOMINEES:

Marcela Bovio

Merel Bechtold

Dianne Van Giersbergen

Cristina Scabbia

Amy Lee

Simone Simons

Sharon den Adel

Maria Brink

Floor Jansen

Charlotte Wessels

Alissa White-Gluz

Elize Ryd

Heidi Shepard

Jill Janus

Masha Scream

Liv Kristine

Kobra Paige

Jessica Thierjung

Linda Laukamp

Nicole Ansperger

Anna Murphy

Zuberoa Aznárez

Manda Ophuis

Clémentine Delauney

Tarja Turunen