Long-running metal band Metal Church will release its 13th studio album, "Dead to Rights," on April 10, 2026, via Rat Pak Records. It's the first release from the band’s latest lineup, featuring founding guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof alongside longtime guitarist Rick Van Zandt, joined by bass icon David Ellefson, drummer Ken Mary and new vocalist Brian... Continue Reading →
Bassist David Ellefson (ex-Megadeth) and vocalist Jeff Scott Soto will release "Unbreakable," their second album as Ellefson-Soto, on Aug. 15, 2025, via Rat Pak Records. Preorder the album here on CD or vinyl. The duo also has unveiled a music video for the record's title track. Ellefson-Soto is joined by Italian guitarist Andy Martongelli and drummer Paolo Caridi. "Unbreakable" features 11 tracks with... Continue Reading →
The CEO, the Georgia hard rock band featuring Sevendust bassist Vince Hornsby, will release its second album, "The Path Remains," on June 27, 2025, via Rat Pak Records. Preorder it here. “With 'The Path Remains,' we’ve taken a bold step forward in our musical evolution," frontman Mack Mullins said. "This album is a true reflection... Continue Reading →
Veteran West Coast thrash metal act Metal Church will release its 13th studio album, "Congregation of Annihilation," on May 26, 2023, via Rat Pak Records (America) and Reaper Entertainment (Europe). The new album marks the first release since the July 2021 death of frontman Mike Howe. It features new vocalist Marc Lopes (Ross the Boss/Let Us Prey), who joined the band in summer... Continue Reading →
Following the recent announcement of the new musical partnership between David Ellefson (ex-Megadeth) and Jeff Scott Soto (Sons of Apollo, Trans-Siberian Orchestra), Ellefson-Soto has released the first piece of music from its upcoming debut album, "Vacation in the Underworld." The song available on Spotify and all other digital streaming platforms. Fans who pre-order the album digitally via iTunes will receive an instant download of... Continue Reading →
In a partnership that has been years in the making, bassist David Ellefson (ex-Megadeth) and vocalist Jeff Scott Soto (Sons of Apollo, Trans-Siberian Orchestra) have joined forces for an all-new collaboration, Ellefson-Soto. The band follows the tradition of successful individuals that joined forces to create memorable music: David Coverdale and Jimmy Page, Tony Iommi and Glenn Hughes, Tommy Shaw and... Continue Reading →
On the heels of the band’s self-titled single, rock and metal supergroup Projected has released “Stain,” the latest track from its upcoming album "Hypoxia," out June 24, 2022, via Rat Pak Records. The charged-up single comes in right away with a galloping snare beat before the band soars into the chorus, with Connolly’s vocals and layered guitars setting... Continue Reading →
Rock and metal supergroup Projected has released the title track and first single off its upcoming third album, "Hypoxia," out June 24, 2022, via Rat Pak Records. Watch the official music video below. “We wanted a performance video, but we wanted to strip it down literally to just the band and the song with atmosphere," said guitarist/vocalist John... Continue Reading →
Rock/metal supergroup Projected will release its third album, "Hypoxia," on June 24, 2022, via Rat Pak Records. The album features 13 new songs from the quartet consisting of Sevendust guitarist John Connolly, Alter Bridge/Creed drummer Scott Phillips, Sevendust bassist Vince Hornsby and Tremonti guitarist Eric “E-ROCK” Friedman. "Hypoxia" is available for pre-order here in various configurations/... Continue Reading →
With over 40 years playing guitar and songwriting as a professional musician, career firsts are minimal for someone as prolific as George Lynch. On Aug. 20, 2021, Lynch will release "Seamless," his first-ever full-length instrumental album. The album will be released by Rat Pak Records and feature nine new tracks and three bonus tracks from... Continue Reading →
