IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- AMPED Distribution, a division of Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation (“Alliance Entertainment”), a distributor and wholesaler of the world’s largest in stock selection of music, movies, video games, electronics, arcades, and collectibles, is proud to announce a resounding total of 26 nominations for the upcoming 2023 Grammy Awards. The recognition of artists in twenty-two unique categories is reflective of the eclectic, wide ranging profiles of AMPED label partners. “We are privileged to work [...]

With a name that guarantees that they won’t get their own TV special on Disney+ or Nickelodeon, Fucked Up is one of Canada’s premiere Hardcore Punk bands. Formed in 2001, the group was founded by vocalist Damian Abraham, guitarists Mike Haliechuk and Josh Zucker, bassist Sandy Miranda, and drummer Jonah Falco, all of whom are still with the band over two decades later. The group immediately released a demo in 2001, which was followed by [...]

The roots of Black Star Riders reach all the way back to 1974 when guitarist Scott Gorham joined rockers Thin Lizzy. Once he joined the band as part of their unique twin lead guitar attack, Thin Lizzy became one of the most respected rock ‘n’ roll bands in the world. He remained with the rockers until their 1983 split, and all hopes for a reunion were crushed when leader Phil Lynott died in 1986. However, [...]

Symphonic Metal band Beyond the Black was formed in Mannheim, Germany in 2014. Fronted by vocalist Jennifer Haben, the group originally featured guitarists Nil Lesser and Christopher Hummels, keyboardist Michael Hauser, bassist Erwin Schmidt, and drummer Tobias Derer. They made their first significant live appearance at the Wacken Open Air festival in 2014 before releasing their debut album, SONGS OF LOVE AND DEATH, in early 2015. The album was a success and Beyond the Black [...]

Born in Nigeria, raised in Chicago, and now based in Los Angeles, Tobi Lou is a rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer with a unique musical approach that is distinctly his own. Initially interested in sports, he focused on a career in either football or baseball until his dreams were dashed by a life-changing physical injury. However, instead of letting those dreams die, he merely fine-tuned his focus and turned to Hip-Hop / Rap music. Since [...]