Raquel Figlo Public Relations

10/31/2024

👻 New METAL for your Halloween playlist! 👻

Loving this track “Ride or Die” by Skum Love

For Immediate Release

Skumlove Unleashes New Single "Ride or Die"
- A Heavy Industrial Metal Anthem

Los Angeles, CA - The industrial metal, dark rock band Skumlove is back with a vengeance, unveiling their latest single, "Ride or Die". Known for their raw energy and unique fusion of sounds, Skumlove takes it up a notch with a new vibe and heavier direction, pushing the boundaries of industrial metal.

Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/album/42LIcWa5OGNKETjq99aqpk?si=qZiPx95VR8-WteHi_DblaQ

Teaming up with acclaimed engineer and producer Sean Dever at The Forge Recording and Mastered by the legendary Maor Appelbaum. The band has crafted a hard-hitting, roadworthy anthem that is already being hailed as a fusion of White Zombie, Rammstein, meets Fear Factory.

With its thunderous beats, crushing guitars, and dark, aggressive vocals, "Ride or Die" is built for burning rubber on the highway straight to hell. "We wanted to create something that not only hits hard but also feels like a journey - dark, gritty, and relentless," says Skumlove. "'Ride or Die' is for anyone who craves that adrenaline rush and lives life with no limits." RIDE OR DIE

"Ride or Die" is available on all major streaming platforms. Fans of heavy, industrial metal will not want to miss this latest release, a track that solidifies Skumlove's place in the industrial rock scene.

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What the industry is saying:

"Best thing you guys have done. Love the old school feel of it!" -David Draiman (Disturbed) "SkumLove at its heaviest. Disturbed

This s**t goes hard af. Highly recommend it!" -Meegs Rascon (Coal Chamber/Gemini Syndrome) Meegs Rascon

"Fukkk! That's heavy!!! Love the lyrics too, Love it!!!" - DUG Pinnick (Kings-X) dUg Pinnick Fan Page

"New Skumlove brings industrial metal back HARD!" -Tommy Victor (Prong/Danzig)

"Ride or Die is a ripper! I Love the sleazy trudging feel, it's a catchy tune with great instrumentation as well as vocals, l've got the chorus riff stuck in my head bigtime." -Miles Dimitri Baker (Ice Nine Kills/Interloper)
Ice Nine Kills

"With Ride Or Die, Skumlove's sound, and style, has fully manifested into a band with a clear vision. Ride Or Die is a great sign of more great songs to come." -Burton C Bell Burton C Bell

Skumlove will also be hitting the West Coast as direct support for aggrotech/industrial rock heavy hitters, 'Panzer AG' (featuring members of Combichrist) in November.

For all media inquiries email [email protected]

Raquel Figlo Public Relations

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LINKS:
https://www.skumlove.com
https://www.instagram.com/skumlove
https://www.youtube.com/user/skumlove
https://www.facebook.com/official.skumlove
https://twitter.com/skumlove
https://open.spotify.com/artist/616rf2S4K30XAuMS6kn795

10/15/2024

Thank you Ken Morton

EchoSoul "Sister Su***de"

EchoSoul Unveils New Single “Sister Su***de” Out Now Shining a Light on Mental Health Awareness Through Progressive Metal Los Angeles, CA – October 10, 2024 – Today, EchoSoul releases their powerful new single, “Sister Su***de,” a gripping track that sheds light on the heavy topics of de...

10/10/2024

EchoSoul Unveils New Single “Sister Su***de” - Mental Health Awareness Through Progressive Metal

Echosoul approved band photos: LINK

10/10/2024

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

If you or someone you know is struggling with depression or thoughts of su***de, please reach out to local resources or call a su***de prevention hotline.
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EchoSoul Unveils New Single “Sister Su***de” Out Today
Shining a Light on Mental Health Awareness Through Progressive Metal

Los Angeles, CA – October 10, 2024 – Today, EchoSoul releases their powerful new single, “Sister Su***de,” a gripping track that sheds light on the heavy topics of depression, anxiety, and the battle with su***de. Inspired by deeply personal experiences, lead singer Guy Hinton, who co-wrote the song, reflects on the significance of mental health awareness, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the signs and symptoms in those we love. “‘Sister Su***de’ is a deeply personal song for me and my family. It’s about real struggles that so many people face, and it hit home for us in ways we never expected,” shares Hinton. “This is a tough road, but we can’t look away.”

Watch the New Music Video for “Sister Su***de”
https://youtu.be/TtxZP-q6EQw?si=NOw7C_d57Fe20EUl

Listen to “Sister Su***de” on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/track/0ZZO4BO8vsfYYblV6e4Zm3?si=4fb2e8473e9f47e6

EchoSoul’s unique sound has captivated metal fans with its mix of melodic build-ups, complex riffing, and double bass gallops that evoke an orchestral intensity. Fans can expect the same dedication to detail and emotion from “Sister Su***de.” Guy Hinton explains, “None of the songs are short. You’ll hear influences from bands like Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Nevermore, and Primal Fear, but we strive to make our sound our own. Every riff, every note, is well-thought-out.”

“Sister Su***de” is not just another track—it is a statement and a call to action, bringing awareness to the real and growing struggles many face with mental health today. With meaningful lyrics and progressive metal’s signature intricacies, EchoSoul continues to push boundaries while delivering music that matters.

About EchoSoul
EchoSoul is a progressive metal band from Fort Wayne, Indiana, founded in 2019 by lead guitarist and songwriter Guy Hinton. Known for their elaborate compositions and thought-provoking lyrics, the band’s debut album, released during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, gained international recognition, earning accolades such as “Album of the Year” in Germany and Top 10 placements across Europe despite the lack of live touring. Drawing inspiration from legendary metal acts such as Judas Priest and Iron Maiden, EchoSoul’s members include Rob Lundgren on lead vocals (Reveal, The Mentalist), Randy Walton on bass (BioGenesis, Letters To The Blind), and Tyler Witte on drums.


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10/08/2024

***********FINALLY, THE BIG NEWS IS OUT!! ****************

I AM SO HONORED TO BE THE PUBLICIST FOR THE COLLABORATION OF MY CLIENT AXN Guitars AND Bruce Kulick

(Please read and share the featured article in Guitar World, and for all media inquiries please contact me to set up interviews with Johnny DiFatta of AXN Guitars and Bruce Kulick.)
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Bruce Kulick and AXN Guitars Team Up for a Boutique Guitar Line
Throwback Guitars Carrying the Name of Former KISS Guitarist, “Kulick Guitars”

“In the past five years, I’ve seen a revival of my Kiss era… I’m always flattered that it’s not just the music that moved them – the guitars I played also matter”: Bruce Kulick is launching a custom ’80s-style guitar line that pays homage to his Kiss days
Andrew Daly - as featured in Guitar World

Los Angeles, CA (October 8, 2024) – Hard rock and heavy metal legend Bruce Kulick and “The Sensei of Vintage 1980s Guitars,” Johnny DiFatta of AXN Guitars have announced a special collaboration to engineer boutique guitars under a new banner, Kulick Guitars.

“Meeting Johnny from AXN ignited my love of M-1 guitars from the 1980s. This collaboration will help me create boutique quality guitars worthy of my name on the headstock.” - Bruce Kulick
Bruce Kulick, you know the name… 12 years, 8 albums with rock ‘n roll icons KISS. The Asylum and Revenge records carrying his credits are considered indispensable. 23 years a member of Grand Funk Railroad. Trusted sidearm to Meat Loaf, Billy Squier, Union, Avantasia, Lordi and Michael Bolton.

Guitar luthier and ESP aficionado, Johnny DiFatta from AXN Guitars is recreating the glitter, the glam and the grunge of a short-lived period of time in rock n’roll history. AXN Guitars, a brand name carrying its own weight.

If you’ve caught recent shows by The Bruce Kulick Band, you may have been treated to the sight of Kulick wielding an ESP-styled guitar faced with a recall of his Asylum album era. Consider Kulick’s AXN-backed Asylum boutique guitar a tribute and a mission statement. Retro elegance. Arena-heralding flair.

Remember heavy metal in The Big Eighties? The larger-than-life stages. Pyrotechnics, awesome light shows, fire and more fire. Decibels so loud you felt the vibrations in your bones a week after the show. The image and the glitz and awesome custom-built instruments with graphics. These are guitars made famous by the MTV era of the 1980s.

AXN Guitars founder and luthier Johnny DiFatta wants to keep the spirit alive. Joining him in this preservation effort is former KISS and Grand Funk Railroad guitarist, Bruce Kulick. Together, they’re bringing you Kulick boutique handmade Guitars.

“Bruce reached out because we liked the same things, and we started talking about the guitars he used during his era of KISS,” Johnny explains as the foundation to their future collaboration. “We went over the early 1980s ESP catalogs of guitars Bruce played and used live at that time.” DiFatta adds, “ESP Guitars were one of my two main influences as a guitar manufacturer with the other being early Charvel Guitars.”

KISS’ Asylum will turn 40 years old next year, and with it marking the recording debut of Bruce Kulick with the Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Famers. Asylum served as a linchpin toward fostering a retro homage project starting in 2020.

Johnny reflects, “The ESP Bruce played live in the early KISS days was his 1985 ESP M-1 with a Flip-Flop paint job. It's the same guitar that is hanging in the Hard Rock Cafe in London England right next to Eric Clapton’s Stratocaster today. So I went on to manufacture and produce a replica of that M-1 ESP but it had a chunkier neck on it. We applied some guitar math and used a caliper tool to examine his favorite ESP guitars. I instructed Bruce on how to calibrate the thickness of a guitar neck. Bruce settled on a slightly thinner neck profile that was very 1980s-ish with an R2 nut. Now Bruce has that tribute guitar and uses it live.”

To depict his own take of the memorable Beatlesque headshots on the Asylum album cover, Johnny spins his art process:
“Bruce said it would be great if we could do a guitar with his face on it from the Asylum cover. I said that was doable and I was already making AXN custom guitars with artwork on them. So I took photos of a guitar without any artwork on it. Since I’m also an artist, I went into Photoshop and designed the guitar. I also went and bought the biggest poster I could find of the Asylum artwork, and I photographed just his face and did a lot of cool stuff with it. I had to move some of the paint splatters around the pickups, the bridges and the neck and move Bruce's face around until the symmetry was there.”

The result became a tribute guitar. The gorgeous mockup blossomed into a further collaborative effort by two “guitar geeks.”
“Bruce wants to offer boutique guitars,” Johnny relays. “His fans are constantly asking Bruce for more guitars that celebrates his KISS era. We started talking about the woods, the hardware, all the specifications, and the pickups. Everything that is involved in the process of making guitars. Bruce showed an interest in learning more about what makes a guitar truly great. He was intrigued by my knowledge since I’m a luthier and I’m a guitar player and I used to be in a working band.”

Some of the features a Kulick guitar will offer are locking bridges, a single humbucker and a non-reversed headstock carrying the Kulick logo on the front, and the AXN logo on the back. It's handcrafted and “period correct,” as Johnny boldly asserts.
Retro done not only right, but major league 1980s throw-back guitars.

About Bruce Kulick and AXN Guitars:
Time will only be kinder to the esteemed name, Bruce Kulick, and his contributions. Not only to KISS, but rock n’ roll at large. Johnny DiFatta of AXN Guitars essentially started manufacturing guitars in 2018 and even then AXNs were considered high pedigree. Today, he is well-known throughout the world for AXN Guitars and as the most notable vintage ESP and Charvel historian in the United States.

As “The Sensei of Vintage 1980s Guitars” and someone who knows Eddie Van Halen’s Kramer/ESP guitars inside and out, Johnny usually owns up to 200 guitars at any one given time and he has sold over 1,400 vintage guitars online. The ESP-influenced master craftsman has his sneakers planted firmly in the Eighties, thus it’s nothing less than fate Johnny and Bruce Kulick were destined to join forces.

“I’m excited that Bruce and I have been able to examine and discover the technical details of the guitars he used during his KISS era,” Johnny glows about their partnership. “Because Bruce and I have been working together for the past four years, I have incorporated many of his suggestions into my AXN Guitars.”
In summation of this growing Kulick-AXN endeavor, Johnny notes, “This isn’t about money so much as it is the demand of the fans because Bruce and I totally love these guitars. I’m a KISS fan first and foremost, yet it’s also about our crazy obsession with era-correct guitars of the Eighties.”

For more information on Bruce Kulick and AXN Guitars, please visit:

Bruce Kulick’s website: BruceKulick.com- The Official Bruce Kulick Website | Home
AXN Guitars: AXN™ Guitars (alienxnation.com)

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10/04/2024

RISE AND ALWAYS GRINDING!

SOOOO excited to share we have a VENUE and REGISTRATION open for Inspired Magazine Presents: Diamond Woman Book Red Carpet Book Signing at The Circle OC in Huntington Beach, CA

Event Invitation: Inspired Red Carpet Book Signing Event✨ Celebrate Women’s Empowerment at the Diamond Woman Book Signing! ✨ MEN WELCOME!

Time & Location

Nov 02, 2024, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Huntington Beach, 8901 Warner Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA

THANK YOU Furly & Co. Kevin Kinses for hooking up the venue! We go back 20 years! OCN OG's FOR LIFE!!!!!

I am so honored to be FEATURED in the book and collaborating Raquel Figlo Public Relations with Doreen Castillo and Rosslyn Castro for an uplifting event to remember!



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09/11/2024

OUT NOW EchoSoul 9/11

"Die Demon Die" – New Single from Progressive Metal Band Echosoul

An Anthem of Defiance Against Evil – Blasting the Chains of Darkness

[Los Angeles, CA, 9/11/24] – Explosive. Gritty. Unrelenting. Echosoul is back with their latest sonic assault, *"Die Demon Die,"* dropping on 9/11/2024. This isn’t just another track—this is an **anthem**. A bold declaration of victory over evil, channeling the defiance of legendary rock anthems like Mötley Crüe's "Shout at the Devil," Black Sabbath's "Heaven and Hell," and Stryper's "To Hell With the Devil."

Watch Lyric video for “Die Demon Die" :
https://youtu.be/nWZKH1T70iw?si=klfoEcaxnMez3-fY

“Die Demon Die" :
https://show.co/GGNFX5Q

*"Die Demon Die"* takes aim at the malevolent forces that haunt us, as Echosoul delivers a hard-hitting, riff-driven track that shakes the soul. “When you begin to realize that demons are at your throat, you start to understand who the enemy really is,” says Lead and rhythm guitarist Guy Hinton. “This song is about putting evil in chains and breaking the ones that have been put on us!”

Driven by pounding guitars and relentless energy, the chorus demands to be shouted at full volume, with speakers cranked to the max—this is music designed to *be felt*.

A New Edge for Echosoul

*"Die Demon Die"* stands out not only for its powerful message but also for its sound. While retaining the hard-driven grit fans expect, Echosoul stretched their creative muscles on this track. For the first time, they’ve introduced fry vocals, a popular screaming technique in today’s heavy music scene. Rob and Guy share vocal duties, pushing their sound to new levels and adding an edge that fans will feel in their bones.

“This is the only track on the upcoming album where we went all-in with fry vocals,” says the band. “We’re anxious to hear how it's received, but we think we nailed it.”

Guy Hinton on His Writing Style and Musical Influences

Adding to the evolution of Echosoul's music, guitarist and songwriter Guy Hinton explains, “The primary drive for writing songs is inspired through true-life experiences. Speaking to the struggles and the victories, and the deep layers of humanity.”

Echosoul’s debut album garnered major success internationally, especially in Germany and Europe, with special guest appearances and vocalist Rob Lundgren doing a majority of the vocals. Now, the band is poised for a breakthrough in the U.S., following the release of their sophomore album *“Time of the Dragon.”*

Sharing what fans can expect from Echosoul’s unique sound, Hinton says, “None of the songs are short. You will hear everything from melodic build-ups you get from an orchestra to complex riffing and double bass gallops of gigantic proportions.” Inspired by legendary artists like Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Nevermore, and Primal Fear, Echosoul creates metal music with meaningful lyrics and well-thought-out riffs.

About EchoSoul:

EchoSoul is a progressive metal band from Fort Wayne, Indiana. Formed in 2019 by lead and rhythm guitarist Guy Hinton, the band originally started as a collaboration among artists like Tim “Ripper” Owens (Judas Priest), Iced Earth, and Samus Paulicelli. Since premiering the first album with close to zero press, during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the album still managed to make ‘Album of the Year’ in Germany and Top 10 all through Europe, even without any live touring support. EchoSoul is comprised of Guy Hinton (Apparition) as guitarist and songwriter, backing Vocals, and Rob Lundgren (Reveal, The Mentalist) on Lead vocals, Randy Walton on bass (BioGenesis, Letters To The Blind), Tyler Witte

Get Ready to Shout!

*“Die Demon Die”* will be available on all streaming platforms starting 9/11/2024.

For all media inquiries, please contact:

Raquel Figlo Public Relations


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Die Demon Die is the 3rd single off our second album “Time Of The Dragon”. We call this an anthem song!! It’s the most hybrid song we we have done. We actu...

09/11/2024

"Die Demon Die" Out Now by EchoSoul

Echosoul approved band photos: LINK

09/10/2024

Tomorrow New music by EchoSoul

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“Die Demon Die” Lyric video Premiere and single release.

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This song is Hybrid in every sense, and hopefully will be played on 10. Share with anyone you know if you like our music, we will keep making more!!!!

09/10/2024

Thanks for the 13k views! Let's Go!!!!!

For those that missed it, check out the "Howling and Dying" music video by Johnny Nasty Boots

“On the cusp of rock stardom” -Earmilk “One of the most exciting new acts in rock music.” -The Source

09/10/2024

What did you think of Howling and Dying?!

“On the cusp of rock stardom” -Earmilk “One of the most exciting new acts in rock music.” -The Source

09/04/2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 4, 2024

Johnny Nasty Boots Releases Haunting New Music Video for
"Howlin' & Dying"

See Johnny Nasty Boots this Friday Whisky A Go-Go media email me for guestlist

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Los Angeles, CA – Today marks the official release of Johnny Nasty Boots' highly anticipated music video for "Howlin' & Dying," a track from his upcoming U.S. debut EP. Directed by Will Cook and filmed at the historic HM157, the video is a captivating visual journey that combines the eerie atmosphere of a haunted house with the dark allure of a femme fatale and her latest victim. The result is a chilling tribute to the classic horror genre, which enhances the raw emotion and rock-infused energy of the song.

Watch the music video for “Howlin’ & Dying” here: https://youtu.be/7s3kiCz7F7U?si=VErgMETiFTf8xVv3
Stream “Howlin’ and Dying” Here:
https://td.johnnynastyboots.com/howlin
Johnny Nasty Boots, a rising star known for his electrifying guitar work and powerful vocals, shared his inspiration behind the location:
"I stepped inside the house for the first time back in 2022 and immediately fell in love with the energy and mystery of the house. I knew I had to film a music video there. 'Howlin' & Dying' shares a similar energy, so this was the perfect excuse to be part of the history of one of the oldest houses in Los Angeles."
The video is packed with striking visuals that evoke the timeless spirit of classic horror films, enhancing the dark, bluesy rock vibe of the track. The femme fatale, portrayed as a mysterious and dangerous woman, echoes the lyrics that explore the irresistibility of a woman with a deadly charm.
This release follows the success of Johnny’s previous single “Soho,” and adds to the excitement surrounding his forthcoming full-length EP, set to drop later this year. “Howlin' & Dying” showcases Johnny's unique blend of rock influences, spanning from the classic sounds of Jimi Hendrix and Jeff Beck to a modern, experimental twist.
Fans can expect more to come from Johnny Nasty Boots, whose high-energy performances and dedication to rock are rapidly earning him a place among today's leading new acts.

About Johnny Nasty Boots
Hailing from the heart of Mexico City, Johnny Nasty Boots is a Guitarist, singer, composer, and producer who resides in Los Angeles. Johnny brings the roots of the psychedelic and blues sounds of the ‘60s and ‘70s to the present day, creating an exciting, energetic and modern sound that resulted in his single Deadline becoming Reactor 105.7 FM’s (Mexico City’s #1 rock station) song of the year.

For more information on Johnny Nasty Boots, please visit
Website | Spotify | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube

https://linkpop.com/johnnynastyboots

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09/04/2024

Johnny Nasty Boots Releases “Howlin’ and Dying” New Music Video!

“On the cusp of rock stardom” -Earmilk “One of the most exciting new acts in rock music.” -The Source