Norwegian black metal band Immortal have had a slight challenge by ensuring they create something of value since frontman Abbath Doom Occulta vacated and found success going solo.

Oh. My. God! 2023’s Melodic Rock scene just exploded and it’s a blast of planet-killing proportions! Ex-Danger Danger bassist and chief songwriter Bruno Ravel and his 2000s D2 buddies Paul Laine (vocals) and Rob Marcello (guitar) have just released their third album under the moniker of The Defiants

So 2023s first of two albums from Rival Sons has dropped and this is a monster and a brilliant follow up to the amazing Feral Roots.

What better way to whet your whistle for an upcoming tour than to release an awesome live album in front of over 100,000 crazy assed South American fans?