RISE dropped their frantic single, "Always," marking an intensely energized, fiercely passionate turn for the Liverpool quartet. Known for splicing high-tempo melodic rock with sharp pop-punk and progressive rock flourishes, the dynamic four-piece construct a heavy, wildly distorted, and relentlessly rhythmic foundation here. https://open.spotify.com/track/70t8yCBz4KZqbAzqW05L2z?si=99c7e3a7e6d94d18 Sam Kinley (aka stayMellow) holds it down on bass and lead vocals, locked in step with Alex Mahoney’s furious drumming. Around them,...

"Heal," Om Shira's Latest Offering, is an Emotional Elixir, Fusing Diverse Influences into a Resounding Call for Healing and Connection. Om Shira, formerly known as Mr Shirazy, is no stranger to musical transformation. At the helm of his ensemble, the Exile Orchestra, Shira has embarked on an explorative journey, his music reflecting the rich tapestry of experiences he encountered while travelling. Shira's sojourn in the Iranian...