NEW MUSIC FRIDAY – New Rock and Metal Releases 6-21-24


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ALBUM REVIEW: The Ghost Next Door – Classic Songs Of Death And Dismemberment


Like many sub-genres, Progressive Rock has seen a stylistic ebb and flow, with a few strong bands rising to set the tone that inspired those who followed in their wake. 

As Metal veterans, The Ghost Next Door takes you back to prog’s high water mark in the mid-nineties when bands like Tool and Faith No More rose to prominence and broke boundaries. On Classic Songs of Death And Dismemberment (Ripple Records), they create a moody blend of post-grunge-tinged Rock that puts the lyrics front and center. At the heart of the songs are social observations and commentaries on the state of the world. Continue reading


PREVIEW: New Music Friday – New Rock and Metal Releases 6-21-24


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PODCAST: The Weekly Ritual Rock and Metal News Show Live 5-24-24


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EXCLUSIVE VIDEO PREMIERE: The Ghost Next Door Shares a New Animated  Music Video for “Diatribe” 


California’s progressive metal band The Ghost Next Door have teamed up with Ghost cult to share the new animated video for their new single “Diatribe!” The track is the second single from their upcoming new album Classic Songs of Death and Dismemberment, due for release on June 21st, 2024 via the great Ripple Music! The new album will be available via CD/Digital formats. Pre-orders are live now at the links below. Prepare to be mesmerized by the video for Diatribe” right now!

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The Ghost Next Door – A Feast For The Sixth Sense


Horror has played a large role in Metal for decades with eerie and creepy imagery being one of the quintessential elements of some of the largest acts in the genre. The Ghost Next Door’s sophomore release, A Feast for The Sixth Sense (Ripple Music), demonstrates this in swathes.Continue reading