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Rising punk rock band The Menzingers create a rousing sound featuring crashing power chords, rock steady drumming and anthemic sing-along choruses alongside powerfully poetic everyman lyrics. The group is set to release their Epitaph Records debut album On The Impossible Past this February 17th. On The Impossible Past was recorded at Atlas Studios in Chicago with longtime collaborators Matt Allison (Alkaline Trio, The Lawrence Arms) and Justin Yates. While the record retains all the raucous spirit of the band's earlier efforts sonically, it's a monumental step forward. "I think that 'Gates' is one of the most mature songs on the album," guitarist/vocalist Tom May explains, referencing the tender rock song sung by Barnett that truly transcends genres. "I hope it surprises people because it's not a straight-forward punk song with gang vocals or anything like that but it still definitely sounds like us." It’s undoubtedly been an exciting time for The Menzingers, touring with acts lik...

Dead Swans have posted a new song onto their Youtube account. The song "Keep Them Shut" is taken from the band's new EP "Anxiety And Everything Else", which will be released on February 28 through Bridge 9 Records.

Sharks have posted a new song online from their forthcoming new album. The song "Arcane Effigies" is taken from the band's new album "No Gods", which will be released on March 20 through Rise Records.

John K. Samson of The Weakerthans has posted a new song online from his upcoming solo album. The song "Letter In Icelandic From The Ninette San" is taken from Samson's new solo album "Provincial", which contains newly recorded versions of songs from Samson's previous two EPs, "City Route 85" and "Provincial Road 222", as well as some brand new songs.

France's Birds In Row have announced that they have entered the studio to begin recording their new album. The band has stated, "We have been rehearsing almost everyday for a month and half to compose 12 songs."

The Saddest Landscape have posted a new song from their forthcoming album onto the Rock Sound website. The song "This Heals Nothing" is taken from the band's new album "After The Lights", which will be released on February 13 through Topshelf Records.

Person L, the side project of The Starting Line's Kenny Vasoli, have posted a new song onto the Youth Conspiracy Records Facebook page. The song "OK" is taken from the band's upcoming split EP with Weatherbox, which is scheduled to be released on February 7.

Frenzal Rhomb have posted the new music video for their song "When My Baby Smiles At Me I Go To Rehab". The song is taken from the band's latest album "Smoko At The Pet Food Factory", which was released last year through Shock Records.

Popular US metalcore outfit Killswitch Engage have parted ways with long-time vocalist Howard Jones, with the band issuing an official statement recently.The decision ends a ten year partnership between the group and singer since Jones replaced original vocalist Jesse Leach in 2002.Subsequently, Killswitch Engage have issued the following statement:"To our family, friends and fans: We have decided to continue on without Howard Jones as the singer of Killswitch Engage. We love Howard and are thankful for the nine years that we've had him in the band. Out of respect for everyone involved we will not be discussing the specific reasons behind this decision. Howard is a part of our family and always will be, and we wish him well. He has left big shoes to fill, so we certainly have our work cut out for us to find the next singer of Killswitch, something we plan on making priority #1 going forward. Most importantly, thanks to all of you for all the support throughout the years and for stic...

Iconic Swedish metallers Meshuggah have wrapped up work on their upcoming seventh studio album. The band announced recently that a follow-up to 2008's 'Obzen' was complete, setting March 27 as its official release date.

Loma Prieta, who are currently on tour in Australia, have announced that their debut album, 'I.V.,' will be released on Deathwish Inc. Jan. 17th.

The Life And Times have released their video for track "Day One". The song is taken from the Kansas City band's forthcoming album, No One Loves You Like I Do, which is set to drop January 17. You can watch the video here Says vocalist/guitarist Allen Epley: "I think the way we wanted to approach this video was to create a fairly complex narrative between the girl and the guy from a very simple set of actions, which is their struggle off the couch and across the floor until he dominates her. At the end of the whole thing, we're left wondering whether it was a playfully consensual tussle between lovers--or was there something darker happening there? There's themes of obsession and desperation and co-dependance and abuse, wrapped in a lovely and slightly erotically charged scenario. The slow-motion camera idea came about as a kind of sweet to counter saltiness of the driving beat of the song itself. They sort of work together in a syrupy, juxtaposed way.'