Possible UFO reunion?

 

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 - German guitar god Michael Schenker has left the door open for a reunion of the three remaining members of the classic ‘Strangers In The Night’ line-up for what would be an incredible last gig for the much-loved band.   “I don’t know if Phil’s physically fit,” says Schenker of vocalist Mogg in the latest issue of Rock Candy Mag. “But I’ll certainly think about a last UFO show if the possibility arises.” Schenker is clearly in the mood for revisiting his past, having just released an album of classic UFO songs with guest vocalists. He claims that he approached Mogg to contribute to the record, “but I’m not sure the message got to him. Managers can be funny sometimes.”   Mogg is currently working with his new outfit, Moggs Motel. But original UFO drummer Andy Parker is also keen to see if there might be a way for what would undoubtedly be a huge gig to happen.   “Absolutely,” he told Rock Candy Mag. “Why wouldn’t I be up for it? It’s down to Phillip, though. I’m really grateful that he survived his health scare a couple of years ago and is back singing. I miss [band members] Pete [Way] and Paul [Raymond] terribly, and I’m really grateful that Phil is still with us. I would have liked to finish on a higher note with UFO, and maybe Phil might change his mind about playing with the band somewhere down the road.”   Mogg is playing his cards close to his chest about one last gig with UFO, but what’s certain is that fans all over the world would be ecstatic if the singer agreed to perform.   You can read the massive 22-page UFO special, including new interviews with Phil Mogg, Michael Schenker, and Andy Parker in issue 46 of Rock Candy Mag, as well as in-depth stories and interviews with W.A.S.P., Carmine Appice, D-A-D, Steve Howe, Richie Kotzen, John Bush, and more. For more details visit www.rockcandymag.com.   ABOUT ROCK CANDY MAG Rock Candy Mag is a 100-page, full-colour bi-monthly rock mag, created in the UK. It covers the sights, sounds and smells from the greatest era in hard rock music, the ’70s and ’80s. The brainchild of: respected UK rock journalists Derek Oliver, Howard Johnson and Malcolm Dome – all frontline writers for the legendary Kerrang! magazine in the golden era. https://www.facebook.com/rockcandymag/ https://m.facebook.com/groups/139634569939476/ https://x.com/RockCandyMag https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBjkpEXB53nRCs_yhEClGhg

THE HU pay tribute to IRON MAIDEN with a cover of "The Trooper"

 

With over 830M all-time streams, #1 charting albums, multiple sold-out headlining tours across the globe, appearances at major festivals worldwide, recognition from top government agencies and officials, and collaborations with some of rock’s biggest names, THE HU have brought Mongolian music to the forefront with their innovative brand of ‘Hunnu Rock.’ They will now bring their unparalleled and immersive performance to audiences across North America as they join forces with rock legends Iron Maiden as direct support on their “Future Past” arena tour starting tonight, October 4 in San Diego, CA. THE HU have paid tribute to Iron Maiden by today releasing a cover version of one of the band’s most popular songs, “The Trooper,” which AllMusic described as "an all-time genre classic.”

 

Founding member, Lead Throat Singer, and Morin Khuur musician GALA excitedly states: “The Hu is thrilled to be on Iron Maiden’s Future Past Tour in North America. For us, this tour represents an important milestone for the Mongolian music industry and a historical step towards world stage. As a special thank you, and out of huge respect as fans of the band, we covered their legendary song ‘The Trooper’ and are happy to be sharing that with you ahead of this tour!” 

THE HU will also perform a series of headlining shows throughout the tour with special guests The Funeral Portrait. See all upcoming dates below. Tickets and VIP upgrades are available now at https://www.thehuofficial.com.
 

THE HU released a live recording of their groundbreaking debut performance at the legendary Glastonbury festival in Somerset, UK in 2023, THE HU LIVE AT GLASTONBURY, earlier this year via Better Noise Music It includes popular tracks from their 2019 breakthrough debut The Gereg—which debuted at #1 on the World Album and Top New Artist Charts—and its 2022 follow-up album Rumble Of Thunder, both released via Better Noise Music.

 

THE HU have received critical acclaim from the likes of Billboard, NPR, GQ, The Guardian, The Independent, Revolver, and even Sir Elton John himself. In addition to collaborations with some of rock’s top artists such as Serj Tankian (System of a Down), William Duvall (Alice In Chains), Jacoby Shaddix (Papa Roach), Lzzy Hale (Halestorm) and DL (Bad Wolves), THE HU has also explored eclectic ways to reach audiences with their sound including recording music for EA Games’ Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and being featured in its soundtrack as well as being in the soundtrack for the horror-thriller The Retaliators along with appearing in the film. 

 
THE HU Upcoming Tour Dates
10/4 San Diego, CA – North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre &
 10/5 Las Vegas, NV – Michelob ULTRA Arena &
 10/8 Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum &
 10/9 Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center &
 10/12 Santa Cruz, CA – The Catalyst ^
 10/14 Portland, OR – MODA Center &
 10/15 Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory ^
 10/16 Tacoma, WA -Tacoma Dome &
 10/18 Salt Lake City, UT – Delta Center &
 10/19 Denver, CO – Ball Arena &
 10/21 West Des Moines, IA – Val Air Ballroom ^
 10/22 St. Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center &
 10/24 Rosemont, IL – Allstate Arena &
 10/25 Cleveland, OH – House of Blues ^
 10/26 Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena &
 10/27 Quebec, QC – Videotron Centre &
 10/28 Ottawa, ON – Bronson Centre ^
 10/30 Montreal, QC – Centre Bell &
 10/31 Buffalo, NY – Electric City ^
 11/1 Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center &
 11/2 Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center &
 11/4 Albany, NY – Empire Live ^
 11/6 Worcester, MA – DCU Center &
 11/7 Harrisburg, PA – Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center ^
 11/8 Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena &
 11/9 Newark, NJ – Prudential Center &
 11/12 Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena &
 11/13 Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center &
 11/15 Houston, TX – House of Blues ^
 11/16 Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena &
 11/17 San Antonio, TX – AT&T Center &
& with Iron Maiden
 ^ with The Funeral Portrait

BETTER NOISE MUSIC is the premiere independent music label under BETTER NOISE ENTERTAINMENT, a content creation, and marketing company that produces music, books, films, documentaries, TV shows, theatrical productions, and tours. Better Noise Music founded in 2006 by music industry veteran and independent pioneer Allen Kovac, focuses on artist development and has grown into a music industry independent powerhouse, with a roster including Five Finger Death Punch, Asking Alexandria, Bad Wolves, Dirty Heads, Nothing More, The HU, From Ashes To New, Cory Marks, and Fire From The Gods. Partnering with FUGA, AMPED, and Membran, the company operates a global marketing and distribution platform with offices in New York, Los Angeles, London, Berlin, Toronto, and Sydney. The label was named Billboard’s #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Label and #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Imprint of 2022. The label has made history by ranking as the #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Imprint for five years in a row (2018-2022). 

THUNDERSISTERS new single "Saga of Love and Steel"

 ThunderSisters Unleash New Single "Saga of Love and Steel" Featuring Kebras – Out Now!

The wait is over! ThunderSisters, the all-female Viking metal band, have officially released their latest single, "Saga of Love and Steel," now available on all major streaming platforms. This epic track is the second single from their forthcoming debut album, "Valkyries' Call", set for release in 2025. With thunderous energy and a blend of Viking romance and battle, "Saga of Love and Steel" features the remarkable guitar work of Kebras, one of Portugal’s finest musicians.

Fans of All for Metal, Peyton Parrish, and FEUERSCHWANZ will appreciate the powerful combination of Viking metal and symphonic elements that define the unique sound of ThunderSisters. Written by bassist and backing vocalist Dy Moob, the song brings to life the passion of Viking legends with a modern twist. Kebras, known for his collaborations with Downfall of Mankind and Master Dy, adds his signature virtuosic touch, making the song even more memorable.

"This track embodies the heart and strength of Viking love stories, intertwined with the intensity of battle," says Dy Moob. "Kebras' incredible guitar work brought the vision to life, and we're thrilled to share this track with the world."

About ThunderSisters:

Founded in 2023 on the outskirts of Lisbon, ThunderSisters is a Viking metal band with a distinctive sound that combines powerful melodies and Viking-inspired tales. Formed by bassist Dy Moob, the band quickly made their mark with lead vocalist Pri Thunder, Danish guitarist Isa Nielsen, and São Paulo-based drummer Chay Leme completing the lineup. Together, they blend symphonic and heavy metal elements to craft epic songs that resonate with fans of Viking lore.

The band is currently in the studio finishing their debut album "Valkyries' Call", which is set to release in early 2025. Keep an ear out for more singles as they prepare to storm the metal world with their electrifying Viking saga.

"Saga of Love and Steel" is out now—stream it today and join the ThunderSisters on an epic journey of love, steel, and Viking myth!

 Follow the band at these links:

https://www.instagram.com/thunder_sisters_official/

https://m.facebook.com/ThunderSisters

https://www.tiktok.com/@thunder.sisters.band

https://thundersisters.bandcamp.com

https://www.thunder-sisters.com

https://genius.com/Thundersisters

https://linktr.ee/thundersisters

https://www.youtube.com/@TunderSisters

https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Bdk7YAvM7k30SWpunC0yI

https://www.instagram.com/dymm.music.group/

https://www.tiktok.com/@dymm_music_group

https://www.youtube.com/@DymmGroup

Twice Removed

      

      Twice Removed presents itself as a rock and roll band but it is so much more. drawing on classic

 influences this group lays down some fiery exchanges and delivers a solid performance. The

 production has potential, but it falls a little short. but don't let that take you away from the solid music and

 songwriting. I'm hearing AC/DC, BUCK CHERRY, LED ZEPPELIN. These iconic bands are blended

 together and squeezed into Twice Removed's soundscape. The vocal production and harmonies are

 sonically superior to most bands out there today. The quality of thought process that goes into this level of

 songwriting craft turns this band into a landscape of musical artwork. I enjoyed listening to this band.

 I can imagine

 that this is a barn burning live act. All in all, this is a band that we highly recommend, and you need to

 keep any eye out for. If you get the chance to see them live it is highly recommended. 

8/10 Wolf Howls.