SPONSORED ARTISTS
Third Realm is an innovative Dark Wave / EBM / Electro-Industrial project conceptualized by the visionary Nathan Reiner from Buffalo, New York. Since its inception in 1999, Third Realm has transcended conventional genre boundaries, skillfully merging a diverse array of alternative elements to create a distinctive and immersive auditory experience. The project quickly garnered acclaim through notable club and radio airplay, subsequently securing placements in various independent films.
Dead Cool
From the coastal charm of Wilmington, North Carolina emerges intriguing electronic duo, Dead Cool. Their namesake, drawn from a Chrome Cranks number, resonates with the unique chemistry of Johnny's multifaceted vocal, synthesizer, and guitar prowess, coupled with Angela Yeagher's bass rhythms and harmonizing vocals. Infused with the evocative notes of darkwave, post-punk, and synthpop, Dead Cool's musical offerings, established since 2020, have been garnering an enthusiastic following both domestically and internationally. Drawing inspiration from the dramatic depths of The Sisters of Mercy,
and the electric energy of Depeche Mode, Suicide, and The Human League, Dead Cool's compositions come with a wink and a nod to the grand traditions of darkwave, all while fashioning a niche of their own. On American soil, their presence has been notably felt with appearances at notable events like Absolution Fest in Tampa and Dark Castle Fest in Louisville. Their repertoire includes engagements across the American South, from their home state of North Carolina to neighboring regions like South Carolina, Florida, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. The allure of Dead Cool hasn't been confined to American borders. They've also cast their spell on audiences at esteemed venues like London's Slimelight and Bergamo Italy's Midnight Club. Boasting nine singles to their name, including their latest, Faith Or Misery, they've graced the same stages as notable names like Bootblacks, ACTORS, Astari Nite, Korine, Vision Video, and Xeno & Oaklander across the Atlantic and within the US. Their forthcoming East Coast sojourn will see them collaborate with Fall Shock. Their acclaim was further cemented when Procession Magazine spotlighted them, and Goths World Wide honored them among their Top 50 Goth Bands of 2022.
BELLHEAD
Chicago’s dark rock bass duo has been building a reputation for writing catchy dark danceable songs and playing high impact, entertaining shows. With influences of post-punk, goth, and industrial, the band consists of High Bass / Vocalist Ivan Russia partnered with Low Bass / Vocalist Karen Righeimer. In just a few short years, Bellhead has become a fan favorite with multiple recordings, remixes by industrial industry classics such as Stabbing Westward, and multiple US tours averaging over 30 shows a year. They have provided tour support for international acts including Stabbing Westward, Clan of Xymox, Then Comes Silence, The Bellwether Syndicate, Night Club, China Crisis, Voltaire, Christian Death, Gene Loves Jezebel and Powerman5000, and joined festival
lineups that include Dark City Fest, Para-Rock Convention, Thrashnetic, and the Illinois State Fair. The music video for ‘Bad Taste’ has been nominated for multiple film awards including Best Music Video at the Indie Gathering Film Festival and Best Director Music Video for the NY Film and Cinematography Awards. The band works with production team audio engineer Neil Strauch (production / technical for Iron and Wine, Counting Crows, Owls) and mastering Carl Saff (production/ technical for Acid Mothers, Temple, Smoking Popes, Red Fang, Guided by Voices, etc), and management team David Schock (Wtii records). BELLHEAD’s debut release ‘Unicorn Bones’ set them apart from other acts by crossing over fan bases and genres from the post-punk, gothic, industrial, alternative and metal scenes. Since their inception, BELLHEAD has toured with a number of national and international bands, released 3 EPs, been featured on a number of compilations, created high-profile remixes (Pig, Sk8nigs, Clan of Xymox), and has been featured in mainstream media outlets as Post-Punk.com, The Deli Magazine’s featured Band of the Month, Divide and Conquer, Bass Magazine, Whitelight/Whiteheat, Breathing the Core, Chicago Music Guide, and Music Eternal’s Band of the Month.
V Is For Villains are in high demand at anime, pop culture, and horror events, and have played massive conventions and clubs across the country. They have performed at and headlined conventions such as Dragon Con, Colossal Con, Mad Monster Party and Dark Side of the Con, Dark Force Fest, as well as headlined clubs such as The House
of Blues, Hard Rock Cafe, and The Metro Chicago. ​If you haven't heard of them, but you follow MBP, you must be living under a damn rock. We love this band, and you should too! Their industrial pop sound is just so good, and we can't get enough of it!