Dream Girl Records is proud to introduce the debut album by Emil Rottmayer. The album is a collection of his most popular tracks from the past few years--a collection of thumping, modern takes on a classic sound. A charming listen reminiscent of 80’s synth-pop and nu-disco, its warm energy sustains through the entirety of the listen. For the first time, Emil is breaking free from his digital chrysalis, and his music is getting the treatment it deserves: a full vinyl release. Written, produced, and mixed by Emil Rottmayer. "Distraction" courtesy of NDYD Records Tracks 9-13 are digital only bonus tracks. Originally released 3/30/2018.

<i>Memento Mori: Mexico City</i> is an audio accompaniment to <i>Depeche Mode: M</i>, a 2025 concert film that captures the band’s performances at Foro Sol stadium during the 2023-2024 Memento Mori World Tour. What’s striking about the live album is just how vital the band sounds well into their fifth decade: They offer up epic renditions of modern standards like “Enjoy the Silence” and “Personal Jesus,” both taken from 1990’s <i>Violator</i>. The band, which now consists of founding members Dave Gahan and Martin Gore, put as much emphasis on their newer work as their sturdiest hits, kicking off the performance with “My Cosmos Is Mine” from 2023’s <i>Memento Mori</i>. The live album makes clear that no matter what era they’re combing onstage, Depeche Mode remain pioneers of synth-pop, New Wave, and its many modern iterations.

When a rock band releases a remix album, it’s often treated like an afterthought, with execs enlisting high-profile dance producers to slap new beats onto old singles and promoting them to club audiences who wouldn’t typically buy rock albums. This has never been the case for The Cure’s remix albums. Ever since their first—1990’s <i>Mixed Up</i>, which yielded the Balearic classic “Lullaby (Extended Mix)”—the band’s singer and principal songwriter, Robert Smith, has had a close hand in the process, doing many of the mixes himself. The tracks rarely veer into proper club-music territory. Instead, certain motifs are teased out and built upon, and are occasionally augmented with new instruments or lengthened for more languid DJ sets. The band’s third remix album generally hews to that ethos. Even a towering name like Paul Oakenfold (who previously remixed “Close to Me” on <i>Mixed Up</i>) treats “I Can Never Say Goodbye” with a light touch, delicately accentuating its majestic vibe, while Orbital gives the downcast “Endsong” just a dab of industrial grit. Daniel Avery seems to even tone down the aggressive guitars and drums of “Drone:Nodrone” for his slightly more propulsive version. There is, of course, a lot of variation across these 24 remixes (each of <i>Mixes of a Lost World</i>’s eight tracks gets three), and it comes most notably in the form of more traditional dance remixes. But rather than seeming like a crass attempt to gain favor in other musical spheres, Smith’s list of respected electronic music producers here indicates just how deeply his tastes run. Germans Anja Schneider, Gregor Thresher, and Âme manage to turn Smith’s tunes into restrained and elegant techno and house cuts, while Four Tet gives “Alone" some of his signature garage-y shuffle.

Instrumental Psych Rock Maestros MONKEY3 herald the new year with an epic magnum opus! Physical editions available here:

Vinyls are available on pre Sale - shipping starts 6th of may! Tapes already available!

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Bob Balch here. When Gary Arce mentioned that Yawning Man was gonna record and we should do another round of Yawning Balch jams I was super stoked. I’ll always jam with those guys. Once the invite was extended I knew I had to drop some money on new pedals. Haha. Not that I don’t have enough already but jamming with Yawning Man means you have to build a massive pedal board and try to get the most “out there” sounds you can. At least that’s what it means to me. Another aspect is once we start jamming I like to improvise riffs but keep them in mind so I can return to them throughout the jam. It was an honor to share a few hours playing with those dudes and I’m always surprised how much material we get out of it. Volumes 3 and 4 were recorded in one five hour session April 20th, 2024 in Joshua Tree, CA.

Atrium Carceri, Cities Last Broadcast and God Body Disconnect collaborates on this foggy noir album. The invitation came in a cinnamon scented envelope. It had been years since your last visit to the hotel, before the headlines of murder had shut it down. Was it re-opened after all these years? A bottle of pills later, your car pulled up outside the old building. The lights were on, struggling to cut through the heavy fog. Distant voices and music lingered like smoke as you entered the lobby. Miles to Midnight is a Dark Jazz Ambient album with a Lynchian Noir feel: A hotel trapped between two worlds and a detective with a traumatized past. God Body Disconnect's live jazz drums and cinematic wall-of-sound builds the foundation of the mysterious hotel. Cities Last Broadcast brings ghostly tape loops and melodies stuck in time. Atrium Carceri dusts off his old pianos and shatters reality with low bass rumbles and brings you into the other side of the hotel. For lovers of smokey soundtracks to unwritten movies.

Remastered audio for metal classic Dopesmoker + included for the first time digitally is the deep cut "Hot Lava Man." Recorded in 1996 and not released (in slightly different edit/mix) until 1999 under the title Jerusalem, the legend and lore behind Dopesmoker would overshadow an LP of any lesser significance. But the 63-minute magnum opus dedicated exclusively to the sacrament of marijuana is not just the pinnacle of the goofily named stoner metal genre…it’s inarguably one of the most important and influential albums of all time.

This is the story of a humble hobbit who against the unease of venturing too far from his home in Frogmorton, decides to embark upon an epic journey of his own making. Armed with only a longpipe and walking stick, will his thirst for adventure be strong enough to swallow his fear of the unknown? With an unbreakable spirit, the hobbit flies the coop.

"Winterstead’s biggest accomplishment is that it travels you to a place where winter reigns supreme and is without end; a place where magic is real and strong. It feels like a journey to a mountain covered with snow and ancient trees. The ascension to the mountain is challenging and full of adventurous twists and turns, as you never know what the next corner hides. When you finally reach your destination, you are greeted by firelights gloaming from the townspeople’s huts. Just before you visit the lodge, filled with all types of characters from hunters to tradesmen, you take a deep breath and look around you; the snow-capped mountain peaks dwarf the giant sequoia trees towering above you. The feeling of mystique is so palpable and there is a sense of darkness in the air. However, everything is so enchanting that you can’t wait to step into that lodge, sit in front of the fireplace and listen to tales about what roams the uncharted lands before you. Guild of Lore’s debut is an amazing companion, if you are willing to immerse yourself in a magical world; an evocative experience that transports the listener to a medieval setting. The music is varied and contains a number of different sounds, as GM Ingsmith never dwells on an idea for too long. As a result, the album flows easily and feels more like the soundtrack of an Elder Scrolls game rather than that of an early ‘90s RPG (‘90s RPGs rule btw). In addition, there is a great sense of melody, while the use of certain sound effects gives the LP a feeling of coziness. An atmospheric offering, it has some dark elements but this is not what prevails here; the emphasis is on creating lush, but not over the top, arrangements that emit a sense of grandeur. As such, it feels less dungeon-y than traditional DS. The result of the above, is that Winterstead is not only a very enjoyable experience but also a good starting point for those who are not very familiar with dungeon synth as a whole. The feeling of progression makes this one an undemanding, yet rewarding listen. So, pour yourself a glass of brandy, sit comfortably by the fire, and enjoy the winter." - "The influence of composer Jeremy Soule on The Elder Scrolls video game series can be felt in full force on Winterstead, the first full-length from Californian artist Guild of Lore. Over the course of its 10 tracks, Winterstead paints the image of a sparsely-populated and sprawling medieval landscape. I can’t help but envision the comfort of the archetypal fantasy tavern in “The Long Lodge,” and its obvious contrast to the rest of the album’s noticeably chillier atmosphere; the track creates the feeling of a brief respite from a perilous winter trek. With a blend of classical instrumentation, frostbitten melodies, and expert pace, this is the perfect soundtrack to see you through these long winter months." -Ari Delaney "Cold, oh so cold but peaceful too. The references to video games/adventure role playing games is one that fits. The ten tracks that make up this interesting and unique listen are filled with sombre sounds, disconcerting melodies and rumbling oppressive effects. It’s a journey album, one that is filled with troubles and strife but also relaxation and comfort. See The Long Lodge and Voice of the Mountain as both great examples of the peacefulness and darkness that surrounds the music here." -Full Review at

BSP012 Befalling Silence Productions is awakened and ready to release, “Oûros,” a split album between newcomer, Alghiz and Gavella Glan! On “Oûros,” both Alghiz and Gavella Glan take the listener on a mystical expedition through snowy mountaintops, lakesides and fields of wildflowers, while paying tribute to mother nature in a dungeon, fantasy and winter synth style. For fans of: Ildjarn-Nidhogg, Winterblood, Vinterriket, Paysage d'Hiver, Striborg, and Burzum Promo Video:

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CASTLE RAT IS: Riley Pinkerton: The Rat Queen, Lead Vocals/Guitar Franco Vittore: The Count, Lead Guitar Charley Ruddell: The Plague Doctor, Bass Josh Strmic: The Druid, Drums Emerging from New York's vile, creature-infested underground, fantasy heavy metal purveyors CASTLE RAT have announced their impending sophomore album "The Bestiary", to be released on September 19th by King Volume Records (North America) and Blues Funeral Recordings (UK/Europe). Since their formation in 2019, CASTLE RAT have created a vivid labyrinth of fantasy lore led by "The Rat Queen" aka Riley Pinkerton. Together with "The Count," "The Plague Doctor" and "The All-Seeing Druid", the group has carried out countless battles against "The Rat Reaperess" with riffs, swords and spells on stages across the country. Recorded by Randall Dunn (Sunn O))), Wolves in the Throne Room, Björk) and mixed by Jonathan Nuñez (Torche, Restless Spirit), the band's latest odyssey features 13 spellbinding tracks of epic carnage and mystical metal. Commenting on the album, The Rat Queen states: “‘The Bestiary’ is a conceptual book of beasts containing a collection of mystical creatures from a world forgotten. The last remaining souls of each have been gathered and preserved by ‘The Wizard.’ Cautionary tales of each beast and The Wizard himself are woven through the power of traditional heavy metal song and spell.” With the record's announcement, CASTLE RAT have unveiled plans for "The Book of Beasts Tour" in late summer in support of the release. The band is currently an extensive European tour that includes appearances at Hellfest, Mystic Festival, Copenhell, Desertfest, and more.

'The Twelve Temples' is a continuation of the ideas explored in previous works and serves as a sister album to ‘The Twelve Castles’. Using classic Casio and Yamaha keyboards and an added focus on FM Synthesis, the album draws heavily from the soundtracks of early N64 and PSX games.

The 3rd full length from Australia's Quest Master. "The Twelve Castles" is a continuation and refinement of the sounds and ideas explored in "Lost Songs of Distant Realms". A love letter to the RPG's of the 1990's, recorded with classic Casio and Yamaha keyboard tones. Vinyl through GOATOWAREX. Cassettes and CDs through OUT OF SEASON.