Nick Morales Kicks Off 2025 with Album Launch and New Single
Malta’s beloved musician and songwriter, Nick Morales, is starting 2025 with a bang. The veteran artist took to social media to announce the release of his new single, State of Mind, and the upcoming launch of his debut solo album, Imħabbathabbat.
The highly anticipated album will be celebrated with a launch event on January 18th, 2025, at Zion Bar & Restaurant, M’skala. The night promises to be a landmark moment in Morales’ 30-year career. Doors will open at 8 PM, and fans can look forward to a stellar lineup of supporting acts, including: Sean Borg, Aidan Sommers, Kodin Hill, Kriz Haze (DJ Set) and CLEIGH (Hip Hop Set)
Additionally, Morales will take the stage with special guests to deliver an unforgettable performance, featuring tracks from Imħabbathabbat as well as hits from his iconic bands nosnow/noalps and Dripht.
In his post, Morales shared:"Hope you all had a great New Year! 2025 is already off to a start, and as you know I’m kicking it off with the celebration of my album launch on the 18th of January at Zion Bar & Restaurant.
A new single, “State of Mind,” is out now and available for streaming and download on Bandcamp.https://nickmorales.bandcamp.com/album/im-abbat-abbat
There are still a few early bird packages left, which include the vinyl, a digital download, and free entrance to the event.https://shop.trackagescheme.com/.../nick-morales-30.../?
It would mean the world to me if you supported by buying the vinyl—. This set might not be performed too many more times, as I’ll be focusing on BILA for most of the year, so don’t miss out!”
Known for his contributions to Malta’s music scene, Morales’ solo venture captures a unique blend of his experiences, influences, and personal stories. The album offers a fresh and deeply personal sound that stands apart from his previous work.
For more details and to stream the new single, visit Nick Morales’ Bandcamp. Early bird packages, which include a vinyl copy, a digital download, and free event entry, are available through Track A Scheme’s online shop.
With Morales hinting that this set may not see frequent performances as he shifts focus to his other project, BILA, the launch event at Zion Bar promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for fans.
Mark your calendars for January 18th, 2025, and prepare for a night of incredible music and celebration of one of Malta’s most enduring talents.
Follow Nick Morales on social media for more updates.
Sonic Storm Parts Ways with Guitarist Miguel Ángel Sarmiento
Thrash metal band Sonic Storm has announced a major lineup change, parting ways with guitarist Miguel Ángel Sarmiento. The decision, shared in a heartfelt Facebook post on January 4, was described as “entirely amicable” and rooted in logistical challenges.
In their statement, the band wrote:
"After much thought, we have taken the difficult decision to part ways with our guitarist, Miguel Ángel Sarmiento. This is an entirely amicable split as it is mainly due to logistical reasons. Miguel has been an amazing part of our journey, bringing his unique energy to the stage and countless laughs to our rehearsals. We’re incredibly grateful for his contributions and the memories we’ve created together.
Looking ahead, we’ve decided not to seek a replacement as instead, we’ll be returning to our roots as a three-piece thrash ensemble — the way we originally envisioned this band.
We wish Miguel nothing but the best in his personal life and with his other bands. He’ll always be a part of the Sonic Storm family, and we’re excited to see what he accomplishes next.
Gracias Miguelito, ha sido un placer!”
Miguel Ángel Sarmiento also shared his thoughts on the transition via his own Facebook page, expressing pride in his time with Sonic Storm and gratitude toward the band and its fans.
"As some of you may know, Sonic Storm and I have parted ways. I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved together and grateful for all the support that you guys have given me and the band. I am in eternal gratitude with Sonic Storm members, Paul, Karl, and Frans, who have been incredibly supportive in every aspect of my life.
See you in the mosh, next time I’ll be joining you guys in the pit. Thank you, Sonic Storm!”
The decision marks a return to Sonic Storm’s origins as a three-piece thrash outfit, a direction the band says reflects their original vision. While the split brings the end of an era, both parties emphasized the enduring camaraderie and mutual respect between them.
Fans of Sonic Storm and Miguel Ángel Sarmiento can look forward to seeing both continue to thrive, with the band evolving as a trio and Miguel remaining active in his musical pursuits. As Sonic Storm put it, Miguel will “always be a part of the Sonic Storm family.”
In the meantime, both Sonic Storm and Miguel's other band, No Humano, have been announced to perform alongside Damaged & Co at their annual event, "Damaged & Co Present: Cirque Du Carnival," taking place at The Garage on Saturday, February 22nd.
Myles Azzopardi Joins Kill The Action as Bassist
Seasoned solo artist Myles Azzopardi, known for his dynamic contributions to Malta’s music scene, has been announced as the newest member of the band Kill The Action, taking over bass duties. The announcement was made via the band’s official Facebook page on Monday, January 6th, 2025.
In their post, the band stated:
"Let's give a warm welcome to our brother Myles Azzopardi. He will now be taking over bass duties, after featuring regularly in the band's live performances throughout the past year.
We are forever indebted to Herman for his contribution to the band over the past 10 years.
Looking forward to a jam-packed 2025 full of Action! Stay tuned for the release of our latest single in the coming weeks..."
The announcement follows the release of Myles’ latest single, Lil Din l-Art Helwa, a collaboration with DJ Mac and produced by Simon Deguara. Azzopardi has long been established as a solo artist and continues to explore diverse musical avenues, making his new role in Kill The Action an exciting addition to an already prolific career.
Myles steps into the role previously held by Herman, whose decade-long contributions were celebrated in the band’s post. Having regularly performed with Kill The Action over the past year, Myles is no stranger to the group’s sound and energy, making the transition seamless and highly anticipated by fans.
Kill The Action has also teased the release of their latest single, set to debut in the coming weeks, promising that 2025 will be “jam-packed with Action.”
Fans of both Kill The Action and Myles Azzopardi can look forward to a thrilling year of music, with the combination of Myles’ versatile talent and the band’s established sound poised to make waves in Malta’s music scene and beyond.
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