Brighton, Sussex alternative rock powerhouse Veritas Lit return with their highly anticipated full-length album Until the End, released on 30 January 2026. After a run of acclaimed singles that have made serious waves across the alternative rock world, the band now delivers a complete, immersive album experience that feels bold, epic, and unapologetically modern.

Until the End is a majestic and emotionally charged journey through dark alternative rock. From slow-burning, cinematic ballads to full-throttle rock anthems, the album is packed with atmosphere, melody, and depth. Ethereal and beautiful yet shadowed with mystery, it is eerie, touching, and made for listeners who crave substance in modern rock. Fans will already recognise global favourites such as Burn the Bridges, Eternity, Veins of Light, Sanctuary of the Lost, and Ruins, alongside brand new tracks that complete a powerful 13-track statement. This is an album that brings rock back to life and rewards a full start-to-finish listen.

The sound of Veritas Lit is epic and melodic at its core, blending dark alternative rock with grand, anthemic arrangements, subtle gothic tones, and flashes of folk and hard rock. Every track lingers, either stuck in your head or hitting you right in the chest. It is a true return to the magic of the album as an experience, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in a cinematic new rock chapter from England.

To celebrate the release, we are running a 2-track radio special featuring two of the album’s standout favourites right now: Burn the Bridges and Prima Ballerina. Both tracks will be spinning night and day on our playlist and featured as a special ROCK POWERPLAY at 3:30 PM Pacific USA time for the next month.

With Until the End, Veritas Lit take a major leap forward, cementing their status as one of the UK’s most cinematic, emotionally powerful, and compelling alternative rock acts today.

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Brighton, Sussex alternative rock powerhouse Veritas Lit have officially landed on the Discover Music.fm A-List Playlist with two striking new releases — “Sanctuary of the Lost” and their six-minute-plus rock opus “Ruins.” Together, the tracks showcase the band’s distinctive sound: darkly melodic, cinematic, and emotionally charged.

“Sanctuary of the Lost” channels the essence of Evanescence and All About Eve, yet carries its own grit and atmosphere. Opening with slow, haunting sound, the track builds into an epic fusion of ethereal vocals, mammoth epic guitars and powerful cinematic drumming. Its beauty lies in contrast — delicate and angelic one moment, roaring and fierce the next — creating a sound that feels cinematic, soulful, and alive.

“Ruins,” the band’s defining rock opus, runs over six minutes and plays like a dark hymn for the modern age. Orchestral strings and haunting melodies build tension before erupting into a dramatic, Bonnie Tyler-style crescendo. The voice soars with emotion, at times echoing the spiritual power of Turkish star Sertab. It’s poetic, independent, and cinematic — a grand statement that blends rock and symphonic storytelling with fearless creativity. A bold fusion of ethereal vocals, orchestral drama, and rock energy sets Veritas Lit apart.

Both tracks are now featured as a double ROCK SPECIAL Powerplay at 8:30 PM Pacific USA time on the Discover Music.fm A-List Playlist, airing back-to-back daily for the next month. Across both releases, Veritas Lit have already gained over 50K views on TikTok, with fans praising their cinematic sound and visual artistry.

Discover Music.fm readers are the first to preview the official music video for “Ruins.” The video concept, developed closely with the band, grows darker and more intense as the song unfolds — a visual reflection of the lyrics and the emotional journey within. According to the band, “Ruins” was one of their most demanding songs to complete, but the final result captures their artistic vision in full.

Veritas Lit are now preparing for their next chapter, with upcoming releases including “The Universe at Our Feet”, followed by “Until My Dying Breath” and “Through the Mist” in November. Their forthcoming album, due out in 2026, will include two exclusive unreleased tracks and promises to elevate their reputation as one of the UK’s most cinematic and emotionally charged alternative rock acts.

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“Sheila” is the dreamy new rock single from Led ZAP, composed by Ronald Douglas Wright and David Brian Bell under RDW Music Publishing Co.

The incredible Ron Wright returns with David Bell in the form of Led ZAP, delivering a lush, melodic, and atmospheric rock song full of soaring vocals, layered harmonies, and meandering orchestral strings. With shades of the Alan Parsons Project, the track blends dreamy textures with progressive rock energy — lush guitar solos, powerful synths, and a captivating hook that shifts and touches the soul. Already building momentum with over 60,000 fans on YouTube and Spotify, “Sheila” is fast becoming a modern space-prog voyage, rich in storytelling and human emotion.

As a highlight of its release, “Sheila” has now been added to the A-List Playlist and will also spin daily as a special POWERPLAY at 3 PM Pacific USA time for the next month, ensuring fans hear this ethereal rock journey night and day.

Ron Wright, born in Montana and musically trained at ASU, is known for his guitar tone, technique, and ability to elevate listeners into new emotional highs. His career spans extensive live performances, TV appearances, and ongoing support for local charity events. All tracks were recorded and engineered across his two studios — Big Electric Tec in Monterey and Studio A in Pacific Grove, CA — with additional sessions from guest artists.

“Sheila” was co-written with Wright’s longtime friend David Bell and produced with the legendary Ron Nevison, alongside contributions from world-class musicians Dennis Fongheiser, Tony Franklin, Johnny Colla, and Jeff Bova. As the first single from Led ZAP, it paves the way for two fully mastered albums waiting in the wings.

“Sheila” is more than a song — it’s a reminder that the concept rock album and the spirit of ethereal, progressive rock are alive and rising again.

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https://music.apple.com/us/album/sheila-single/1772741689

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https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0DJN26RL5?tag=fndcmpgns-20

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https://www.pandora.com/artist/led-zap/sheila/ALfcVJ7tb7rqlZV

Exploding onto our Alternative Rock A-List today is the electrifying debut single “The One Like You” from rising alt-rock force The Galore. Packed with soaring vocals, gritty distortion, chugging guitars, and a pulse-pounding rhythm section, this track crashes through the speakers with a raw intensity that blends power and atmosphere in equal measure.

From its ambient, cinematic intro to its towering, riff-laden climax, “The One Like You” captures the full scope of The Galore’s dynamic sound. Fusing alternative rock with metal, pop, and electronic textures, the band creates a genre-blending experience that feels modern, melodic, and thunderously epic.

Clocking in at just over four minutes, the single builds with cinematic pacing: dreamy vocals emerge around the 10-second mark, wrapped in moody production, before erupting into a storm of distorted guitars and tight percussion at the 49-second point. Influences like Sleep Token and The Cost echo through the arrangement, with textural layers that shift from haunting to heavy and from delicate to explosive.

At 2:22, the track unleashes a monumental guitar breakdown—palm-muted riffs and dissonant tones collide in a seismic moment of high-octane energy. The return of the vocal line brings added depth, floating over a wall of guitars and ambient undertones that elevate the song’s emotional weight.

This is alternative rock with cinematic depth, metal muscle, and melodic edge—what the band calls “power pop” at its most intense. It’s an astonishing debut that already showcases a fully-formed sonic identity and sharp production sensibility.

Tune in now to hear “The One Like You” on our A-List Playlist every few hours—and as a special DAILY ALTERNATIVE ROCK POWERPLAY at 8:30 PM Pacific USA time for the next month.

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• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3wBeTKCcafcCp1N3HPeTno?si=m5cFu0VGRzG0VwZZHwzzpg
• Bandcamp Diaries Feature: https://thebandcampdiaries.com/post/786350244417978368/the-one-like-you

We’re excited to announce that the bold, melodic, and undeniably catchy new rock single ‘Rise’ by Adam Exler is now spinning on our A-List Playlist—every few hours, every day! Even better, it’s been selected as our daily ROCK POWERPLAY at 7 PM Pacific USA time for the next month.

Adam Exler returns with ‘Rise’, a modern pop-rock anthem built for anyone who’s ever been doubted, underestimated, or envied. It’s a defiant stand for truth, dreams, and self-worth delivered without violence, but with undeniable power. This is music for the fighters, the dreamers, and those who rise above.

With a bouncing groove, driving basslines, and an epic cinematic sound, ‘Rise’ delivers a dynamic blend of punchy rap bars, soaring guitar solos, and a huge sing-along chorus. Adam’s magnetic vocal delivery and genre-blending style give the track a timeless, yet fresh energy—perfect for both radio and stadium speakers.

A professional tennis coach by day and a passionate songwriter by night, Adam Exler continues to carve his niche with emotionally charged, anthemic rock-pop tracks. With ‘Rise’, he proves once again that he’s not just making music—he’s making a statement.

Don’t miss it—turn it up loud and Rise.

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Brand new on the A-List Playlist is ‘Every Second’, the melodic and emotionally-charged country-tinged rock single by John Consalvo. Lifted from his conceptual album Voyage on Soulmate Seas, this track is a masterclass in heartfelt songwriting, catchy hooks, and warm, polished production. With its soaring vocals and powerful storytelling, ‘Every Second’ is set to spin every few hours on the station, and will also feature as a special ROCK POWERPLAY at 5:30 PM Pacific USA time for the next month.

Voyage on Soulmate Seas marks a bold and deeply thoughtful project from lifelong songwriter John Consalvo. A conceptual collection of thirteen original tracks, the album tells a story through cinematic soundscapes and intimate lyrical reflections. Opening with a spoken-word piece titled Passing The Torch, the journey unfolds with acoustic finesse, electric energy, and Consalvo’s distinct vocal presence.

Early highlights include Where Do I Find Her – a euphoric rock track with emotional weight and poetic depth – and the more playful, acoustic-led Jilly Bean, which brings a lighter touch to the album’s arc. From there, listeners are pulled into the emotional power of Alone, a Bon Jovi-esque anthem that contrasts bright, uplifting melodies with themes of heartbreak and release.

The southern rock spirit comes alive in Get My Million, a gritty and infectious anthem that critiques the illusion of wealth as a path to love. It’s followed by the introspective and poignant Every Second, which showcases Consalvo’s ability to blend folk-rock intimacy with a universal emotional reach. The track’s acoustic warmth and raw vocal delivery make it a standout moment on the album – and now, on air.

Further down the line, tracks like IMY evolve into Goo Goo Dolls-style pop-rock anthems, while Sometimes brings a heartfelt vulnerability that’s both cutting and comforting. Instrumental interlude The Miss adds cinematic flair, leading into the gentle storytelling of Show Me How To Live.

The album closes with strength and variety – from the hopeful And There She Was, to the blues-soaked harmonies of Shake My Soul, and finally, the energetic Now We’re Off, which brings a pop-punk finish to this expansive and engaging journey.

With Voyage on Soulmate Seas, John Consalvo proves himself a master of narrative-driven rock, weaving poetic depth with melodic magnetism. ‘Every Second’ is just one gem from this rich collection, and its addition to the A-List Playlist guarantees that more listeners will discover the beauty and strength of Consalvo’s work in the weeks ahead.

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We are pleased to announce that the haunting, distinctive and melodic new single ‘Purple Red Rose’ from ‘Rowens’ is now on the Daily A-List Playlist. Hear it day and night on the playlist + it will also be played as a special INDIE ROCK POWERPLAY at 2:30 PM Pacific USA time every afternoon for the next month.

´紫紅色玫瑰”（Purple Red Rose) is a romantic song dedicated to every soul longing for love and being loved, composed by 旋林Rowens. The lyrics portray various aspects of love through red and purple roses: Only by bravely expressing one’s passion can the fiery red rose’s brilliance be ignited; only by keeping the promises made can elegant purple roses symbolize their commitment. May all lovers in the world plant beautiful and resilient purple red roses in each other’s hearts.

This song was arranged separately by 旋林Rowens(GT & bass) and Jeff(drums & organ), in their respective rooms. Jeff’s serene yet passionate drum beats provide a solid foundation for the song, while Rowens plays guitar and bass upon the rhythm. The addition of Jeff’s organ adds a layer of mysterious atmosphere to the song.

The song’s structure follows an “Intro-A-B-Interlude-A-B-C-Outro” pattern. Apart from employing rhyme schemes in the lyrics, the guitar outro echoes the intro and interlude, reflecting Rowens’ penchant for symmetry. The uncommon use of hi-hat beats in the C section creates a dynamic feeling reminiscent of a duet ballet in the perfumed rain, inspiring everyone to sway freely to the music and rhythm.

Everyone is invited to create their own purple red memories accompanied by this song.

旋林Rowens is a singer-songwriter from Taipei, Taiwan. He likes to chant his own stories while riding against the wind, using notes and words to record the traces of his life.

Rowens is the plural form of ‘rowen’, a second growth of grass or hay in one season, which signifies the renaissance after death. 旋林Rowens expect himself to keep an uninterrupted enthusiasm for life.

旋林Rowens’ dreamland is a lush forest of melodies.

A lifetime telecaster lover.

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