2024: FiXT Year In Review

By Leasia Korbel

“2024 was a year of transformation, growth, and unforgettable music at FiXT. With nearly 100 releases throughout the year including 15 full-length albums, our roster celebrated many career high moments – from music and merchandise sales to streaming, monthly listeners and sync placements, to editorial playlist features and press coverage. While the public focus remains on the artists and music itself, all of our achievements wouldn’t be possible without a great team working diligently behind the scenes, so I must take a moment to acknowledge their contributions across administration, distribution, marketing, publicity, e-commerce, social media, manufacturing, creative design (art & video), customer service, and so many other areas. Special thanks to everyone who contributed to a great 2024: Klayton, Kurtis, Travis, Michelle, Chantal, Whitney, Alex, Leasia, Summer, Nicole, Christian, Judith, Tyler, Cory, Tony, Dave, Josh, Reality, Pablo.” – James Rhodes (FiXT, President & Co-Founder)

January 12, 2024 – Raizer – Run EP

*“The song has been the soundtrack of the last two years,”* explains **Raizer**. *“The way we live now and try to get rid of the memories that gnaw at us.”*

**Raizer** has proven once again that even with a four track EP they have no boundaries. All the tracks are very different, but they all express the truth, the truth about us. The possibilities are limitless as **Raizer**‘s story marches on.

January 15, 2024 – FiXT Upped Key Staff To New Director Roles

Kurtis Redden to Operations Director, Head Of Marketing,
Travis Brockett to Administrative Director

FiXT is proud to announce the promotions of Kurtis Redden from Marketing & Sales Director to Operations Director, Head of Marketing, and Travis Brockett from Accounting & Royalties Manager to Administrative Director.

In his new position, Kurtis Redden is overseeing all of FiXT’s commercial operations, including marketing, sales, advertising, and DSP relations, along with FiXT’s distribution department, merchandise and e-commerce department with the social media & press teams reporting to him.

“Over the past 4+ years at FiXT, I’ve had an incredible journey.
Stepping up in my new role, I’m thrilled to contribute to the unprecedented growth of our company. I take immense pride in our hardworking team,
and I’m excited about the future possibilities ahead.”
– Kurtis Redden (FiXT Operations Director, Head of Marketing)

In his new role, Travis Brockett is overseeing all of FiXT’s administrative operations, including human resources, legal, finance, and rights management, working closely with FiXT’s distribution team.

“The past 3+ years with FiXT have been a journey of growth, learning,
and collaboration with an incredibly talented team. I am thrilled and
honored to take on the role of Administrative Director.
I would not have made it where I am without the leadership and
trust of James Rhodes and Klayton. I look forward to helping
our team reach our vision for what FiXT can become.”
– Travis Brockett (FiXT Administrative Director)

“I’m incredibly proud to be working with Kurtis and Travis as members
of FiXT’s executive team. They have each demonstrated tremendous
commitment and dedication, along with commendable skills and
knowledge, wearing numerous hats and stepping up to every challenge
placed in front of them. With 18+ years of history behind us, FiXT’s future
is brighter than ever with the depth they bring in their expanded roles.
I’m looking forward to many exciting years ahead with each of them!”
– James Rhodes (FiXT Vice President & Co-Founder)

January 23, 2024 – Inside FiXT Kicks Off

FiXT President James Rhodes interviews James Guttman, aka HIGHSOCIETY in episode 001 of the Inside FiXT video interview series!

February 16, 2024 Celldweller Released
The Definitive Edition Digital Album

“I had no idea that making the debut Celldweller album 20 years ago would ultimately be the thing that would change the trajectory of my career. From every song being licensed to Film, TV, and Video Games, to worldwide tours, and launching my own record label, FiXT, which would go on to support the careers of 50+ artists over the last 17 years. Now celebrating its 20th anniversary, we have curated the ‘Definitive Edition’ which includes a brand new remastering of the original album along with dozens of bonus tracks, rarities, remixes and re-imaginations of the original songs.

To those who have been listening over the past 20 years, I truly appreciate your support and plan on making a lot more Celldweller music over the next 20. Stay tuned. :):” **– Klayton (Celldweller)**

February 20, 2024 FiXT Signed Hard Rock Four-Piece ENMY

“I remember hearing ENMY for the first time and being immediately hooked. Their songwriting, production, and ability to blend electronics and metal seamlessly, made it obvious to me that they would be great fit as part of the FiXT roster. Dig into the deluxe edition of their debut album ‘Breaking Down’ and give them a follow on socials to keep up with new music coming soon.” – Klayton, (FiXT President & Co-Founder)

**FiXT** signed Cincinnati, Ohio 4-piece Hard Rock band ENMY for a multi-album deal. To celebrate, **FiXT** is rereleased a deluxe edition of the group’s debut album *Breaking Down* featuring their hit songs “Clarity”, “Demon Eyes” and “Burn” and a new cinematic mix of “Never Healing.”

“When we set out as a band we were dedicated to the mindset of being independent. We wanted to always have the freedom to do what we wanted. We also wanted anyone that was involved with our band to share our passions for creating something special, so we have always been extremely careful about the team we have around us. James reached out to us a couple years ago, I believe it was right after Never Healing was released in 2020. We had remained in contact ever since and it wasn’t until we began speaking again in 2023 that we really became familiar with who FiXT was and what they represent. It’s funny how everything comes together, but we are extremely happy to join the FiXT family. When we really began piecing everything together it was clear that we aligned on everything in terms of direction, music, and brand. The best is yet to come from ENMY and FiXT will be a big part of that.” – ENMY

March 22, 2024 Daedric Releases Mortal Deluxe

If you thought Daedric’s release of *Mortal* was complete back in August of 2023, strap in. The ride is about to get a rocky. Daedric has released their *Mortal Deluxe* and it’s now available across all DSPs from **FiXT**.

*“Mortal Deluxe is the final quest. An immense experience the listener deserves and a rousing conclusion to my debut installment,”* says **Daedric**.

“I’m very grateful to SWARM and Voicians for their incredible remixes of ‘Alchemy’ and ‘Coldharbour,'” explains Daedric. “I really feel that it completes my vision for “Mortal” as a full-spectrum musical journey. From Metal, Electronic, Pop and Rock. It’s all there.”

March 29, 2024 FiXT Signs Alt-Cyber-Pop-Metal Artist Izzy Reign

“Hearing Izzy Reign for the first time I was immediately hooked by the range of her powerful voice, the production and the songwriting. Me and the whole crew at FiXT were excited when we officially signed a deal with Izzy to bring her into the FiXT family. I’ve recently listened to the demos for the full album and my jaw was on the floor. I can already tell the album is gold and I think you guys are going to love it.” – Klayton, FiXT President & Co-Founder

*“Stoked to be a part of the FiXT family. This is a killer fit and I’m looking forward to these future projects together.”* **– Izzy Reign**

In 2023 Izzy came to the attention of FiXT, through the discovery of her independent release, “Broken By Design”, which showcased a new edge to Izzy’s sound. Signing on for a multi-album deal, Izzy Reign is now set to release her debut album with FiXT in 2025.

April 5, 2024 Young Medicine
Releases Sophomore Album Cold Blooded

Metal. Synthwave. Haunting. The X-Files. **Young Medicine**‘s latest album *Cold Blooded* runs an epic gauntlet of genres.

Young Medicine asks, “Have you ever been stalked online by someone you barely know? We delved into the one-sided parasocial relationships people have with those they follow online—how people feel entitled to a constant window into your life and communication based on this idea they have of you. We have received some crazy messages and even in-person encounters of this sort over the past few years and wrote this song from the perspective of the “stalker,” stylistically pulling from metal, synthwave, and TRL-era boy band melodies.”

April 12, 2024 Void Chapter
Released The Deluxe Edition Of humAnIty

**Void Chapter** released their cinematic industrial rock album *humAnIty Deluxe* from **FiXT**.

The bonus track “The Sky is Falling” has had a long history – the original demo was written by Adam about 10 years ago, and has gone through several iteration changes. Placed on the shelf, brought back out and dusted off, re-shelved again, and re-inspired again and again. The final version that made it onto the Deluxe Edition of ‘humAnIty’ is something we are incredibly proud of, and marks a new musical direction for the project, with our own Brian Skeel taking the helm as lead vocalist,” explains Void Chapter.

June 14, 2024 3FORCE Unleash
Their Latest Club Friendly Synthwave Nostalgic Album

Take the hero’s journey through pulsating beats and retro-inspired synths. Whether you’re cruising the streets in your car or the night club, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and the apocalypse, **3FORCE** has you covered.

June 25, 2024 Klayton (Celldweller/Scandroid) Announces
Bit Bot Media As New Entertainment Company
With Partner Josh Viola – Reveals Scandroid Video Game
In Development With FreakZone Games

“Josh and I have known each other for 13 years and have worked together on a number of projects, including the Blackstar novel and score for my album Wish Upon a Blackstar, the music video for ‘Unshakeable,’ Josh’s debut novel The Bane of Yoto, the Unioverse video game franchise, and so much more. It seemed inevitable that we’d form a company to do what we love on a much deeper level with Bit Bot, with an emphasis on our passion for multimedia.” – Klayton (Celldweller / Scandroid)

The first collaborative Bit Bot Media/FreakZone Games project will be Scandroid: Lost Horizon, a retro side scroller based on Klayton’s new Scandroid album, available in 2025. This game, featuring beat ‘em up action and platforming with a cyberpunk pixel aesthetic, will also include original music from Scandroid and be accompanied by a novella and comic co-written by Viola and Shirley Jackson Award-nominated writer Sean Eads.

July 12, 2024 James Rhodes Promoted To FiXT President

From Fan To Company President

“From the moment I met James, I knew he was one of a kind. His passion is not only evident through his words, but even more so through his actions. At the beginnings of Celldweller I was very protective of the brand and everything I had worked for.

This kid James had been on my radar for several years and had proven himself as a die-hard fan. What more proof do you need than him spending his own money to wholesale boxes of CDs to resell them and share his passion for Celldweller to everyone he knew. Although I was initially hesitant when he asked me to give him some official responsibility, I eventually handed over a small task to see what he could do and he streamlined it beyond my expectations. It was acutely obvious to me after 2 years of James working as an unpaid intern, that I needed to figure out a way to take the financial leap and secure him as my first official employee.

We officially founded FiXT together in 2006 and over the years the company has grown exponentially. We developed multiple artists into independent successes, and built new systems we created ourselves, because there was no other model to follow. The level of trust I have in James has continued to grow over the past 20 years, and he’s never taken advantage of that. There’s no-one else I could envision naming the President of FiXT other than James.”
**– Klayton (FiXT Founder & CEO)**

July 27, 2024 Mayhem On Madison

The very first annual Mayhem On Madison was held on July 27 in Covington, KY. Epic only cracks the surface of this event and the FiXT staff descended en masse to bear witness to not one but two of our bands. It was a night to remember not just for the FiXT staff who have offices spanning the country and rarely get to meet in person, but to see artists that we work with on a daily basis in their element was both a privilege and an honor.

“What an amazing weekend building relationships with the FiXT team and artists! With so many of our team working remotely across the U.S. this was the first chance about half our staff has ever met in person. While we work closely together through text/email and video calls, being together in person was an amazing experience for everyone who made it out.
Similarly, we got to meet 3 of our bands/artists (ENMY, Daedric, and Izzy Reign) in person and it gave us a new appreciation for being part of their team and getting to know them individually on a more personal level.
*It was an inspiring weekend and a glimpse of future greatness that these artists hold and of the friendships, respect and joy that we can build in our professional lives.”* **– James Rhodes**, (FiXT President)

Daedric ended her set with “Racing The Parallel”, her collaboration with Dal Av and a hooked crowd screaming for, *“one more!”* To say that she’d be welcomed back is a bit of understatement.

Amidst the blazing lights at the Madison theater ENMY shined like a beacon with their ability to create emotive music that resonates with fans both live and over the radio. Their set included fan favorites like “Silver Bullet” and “Clarity” as well as showcasing a new recently released single, “Broken Man” from their upcoming self titled album. Besides the amazing drum work from David Nester, Brady Reis’s vocal work is impressive live, mixed with bass guitarist and back up vocalist Trevor Johnson and guitarist Michael Quinn’s tantalizing guitar work, ENMY’s live show is a recipe for success.

August 22, 2024 Celldweller Announces He Will Release
Legacy Of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise Soundtrack

We’re excited to announce that Celldweller is recording the official soundtrack for the highly anticipated Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise graphic novel. The Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise Soundtrack will feature an all-new cover of Raziel’s Theme (“Ozar Midrashim”), original tracks, including a new song featuring Matt Heafy of Trivium, new original sound-design tracks with original game voice-over dialogue from the Legacy of Kain franchise, and remastered game scores. The record will be available on vinyl as part of the Kickstarter campaign for Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise, the first official new Soul Reaver story in two decades, since 2003’s Legacy of Kain: Defiance. The prequel graphic novel will provide new insight into the iconic Legacy of Kain lore.

“Respecting a revered franchise like Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver is paramount,” explains Klayton. “As we breathe new life into this iconic series, my goal was to ensure that the new music evokes the same mood and atmosphere that fans have cherished, while also offering fresh, innovative elements. It’s a delicate balance of honoring the original and pushing creative boundaries to deliver a Celldweller experience that feels both nostalgic and new.”

September 1, 2024 WWE Sync Placement “Clarity” Becomes The Official Theme Song for NXT No Mercy

Are you ready?

It’s time for #NXTNoMercy!!! pic.twitter.com/Msewmf58NS
— WWE (@WWE) September 1, 2024

September 17, 2024 Fury Weekend Releases
New Synthwave Album Million Flares And Starlights

**Fury Weekend** dropped his captivating synthwave album, *Million Flares and Starlights*.

Million Flares and Starlights is the perfect soundtrack for your retro-futuristic adventure, offering a thrilling escape into a world where the future meets the past. Whether enjoyed on the dance floor or through headphones, this album which seamlessly blends elements of everything from alternative to synthwave, from indie rock to dance. Fury Weekend offers a offers fans a beautiful homage to the ’80s and takes listeners on a cosmic voyage to the future.

September 26, 2024 Soul Extract Releases The Chasms EP

**Soul Extract**, the visionary cinematic rock artist, invited listeners into a vast sonic landscape with the release of the *Chasms* EP, a journey through intricate emotions, human survival, and the untapped depths of the universe.

September 27, 2024 CANTERVICE Releases
Debut Album Zero Hour

**CANTERVICE** steps up with a dark vision of the dystopian future with *Zero Hour*. “We stand on the precipice of an era where the shadows of oppression grow larger with every passing day. The world as we knew it is gone. Someone hit the reset switch and there were those standing by waiting to take advantage of the chaos,” explains **CANTERVICE**.

This debut album shines with CANTERVICE‘s unique blend of hard-hitting music and poignant lyrics, a perfect example of sonic story telling at its best. The band goes on to explain, “We’re now staring down the barrel of a future that threatens to annihilate our very humanity. We sacrifice privacy for convenience, freedom for the illusion of security, and our very lives are mirrored in cyberspace, available for anyone to exploit, whilst we’re too distracted by our modern vices to care. However, I stand before you to say that our destiny is not written in stone, but only if we stand not as victims, but as architects of our future. We must unite, and not under the banners that you see to the left and to the right, but as citizens of the Earth forging a new path together. Lift your heads and join us in bringing the dawn of a new era. We have worlds to win, and nothing left to lose. This is our new beginning. This is our Zero Hour.”

October 9, 2024 Coping Method
Releases Where Spirit Meets Bone

The final session from **Coping Method** is here. Intense. Brutal. Raw. The program delves into the darkest recesses of the human condition shining a light as it bombards listeners with a barrage of rock, metal, metalcore, Nu-metal, and alternative. Featuring an ensemble of genre-defying sessions including “Closing In” featuring the fierce vocal talents of the enigmatic REEBZ, “Underground” the utter embodiment of aggression, and the equally savage “Obliterate Me” with the band commenting simply, *“It’s heavy” Where Spirit Meets Bone* is a high octane ride through human resilience.

The spirit of the album can be summed up with one quote from band member Jed Stark. “You are not alone; your struggles matter, and you deserve to receive help.”

October 11, 2024 ENMY Releases Self-Titled Sophomore Album

ENMY brings a fresh and energetic sound to modern rock and metalcore by crafting a unique blend of soaring vocals, groove-oriented instrumental play, and electronic melodies. Their self-titled sophomore album features ten hard rock tracks, including standout singles “Survive” and “Silver Bullet.”

October 18, 2024 Fight The Fade Release New Album, Isolationist

*Isolationist* picks up where their 2022 release *APOPHYSITIS* left off, exploring the turbulent human psyche. This hard-hitting collection of 12 tracks delves into themes of solitude and self-reflection, delivering a sonic storm that is both fierce and energetic, as well as raw and captivating. From thunderous riffs, heavy rhythms, to brutal vocals, Isolationist captures the unbridled fury of hard rock and alternative metal, fused with the relentless energy of metalcore. Fight The Fade masterfully combines heavy riffs, infectious melodies, and emotionally charged lyrics, creating an album that is both fierce and introspective.

“’Isolationist’ is an album that was the result of a lot of trial and error to find what direction we wanted to go in,” explains Fight The Fade. “The title is also somewhat of a reflection of how we wrote it as well. We basically locked ourselves in a room, and threw a lot of ideas around to see what would stick. But the intentionality, and the attention to detail in this record are all a result of that time “isolating” ourselves to focus on these songs. I think we’ve created something really exciting, special, and meaningful.”

November 1, 2024 WWE Sync Placement For Izzy Reign

November 8, 2024 The Browning Dropped
New Deathcore Album OMNI

*OMNI* is a visceral journey through the depths of deathcore, featuring ten powerful tracks, including collaborations with Nik Nocturnal and THE DEFECT. The album showcases some of The Browning’s heaviest songs yet, like “HIVEMIND” and “Poison,” which together have amassed over 3.5 million streams across all digital platforms. “Deceiver,” the third release from the album brings a blistering critique of the deceitful narratives perpetuated by those in power.

“MISERY.exe” featuring metal guitarist and YouTube sensation Nik Nocturnal is a high-octane fusion of crushing guitars, punishing drums, and apocalyptic synths, creating a dark, dystopian atmosphere that matches the intensity of the song’s theme. Synth, drums, guitar, and bass collide with Nik Nocturnal’s intense guitar work, in an electrifying soundscape, creating an industrial-tinged atmosphere that amplifies the track’s raw intensity. The track delivers an intense fusion of deathcore, metalcore, and industrial elements, creating a sonic assault that is both fierce and energetic, showcasing The Browning’s signature blend of metal and electronic influences that complements the hard hitting music video replete with ominous vibes and cyberpunk undertones.

November 15, 2024 Beyond Unbroken Unleashed Destruction

**Beyond Unbroken**’s latest effort is poised to be their most diverse and ambitious work yet, featuring a dynamic mix of rock, metal, alternative, and pop punk influences and features a contribution from enigmatic rap vocalist Whitney Peyton. The album’s lead-up has been marked by a string of powerful singles, each showcasing the band’s ability to traverse and innovate across multiple genres. **Destruction** takes inspiration from everything from the TV show YOU, horror movies, life experiences, old-school digital Gameboy lead sounds inspired by video games like Pokémon and Donkey Kong, incorporating real finger snaps, a nod to Michael Jackson’s iconic use of the technique in “Oceans” to Hans Zimmer’s work on Interstellar for “Lost and Broken.”

“For ‘Destruction,’ my brother Monte Money showed me a vocal melody that sparked a flood of ideas,” explains Michael Money. “Inspired, I worked on it late into the night, incorporating synthesizers and creating a piano intro. The song evolved into a commentary on Artificial Intelligence, exploring the fears and potential consequences of A.I. advancements. The post-chorus features a whispered “Destruction,” adding to the eerie vibe. The lyrics in the breakdown serve as a warning about humanity’s future. This powerful theme led us to name both the song and the album “Destruction.”

Nov. 22, 2024 The Anix Released An
Electrifying Alt-Rock Album VOLTAGE

*VOLTAGE* channels the darker side of modern life, blending alternative and electronic rock into a brooding, atmospheric soundscape. The album explores themes of isolation and introspection, with tracks that feel like drifting through an empty city at night.

“Poltergeist” premiered at Revolver Mag a day ahead of the album. The single is driven by gritty guitars, pulsing synthesizers, and a thundering rhythm section of drums and bass. Pulling back to his rock roots The Anix delivers his signature blend of alternative rock and electronic atmosphere as the track explores themes of unresolved emotions for an emotive soundscape as only The Anix can deliver.

2024: FiXT Year In Review

January 12, 2024 – Raizer – Run EP

January 15, 2024 – FiXT Upped Key Staff To New Director Roles

January 23, 2024 – Inside FiXT Kicks Off

February 16, 2024 Celldweller Released The Definitive Edition Digital Album

February 20, 2024 FiXT Signed Hard Rock Four-Piece ENMY

March 22, 2024 Daedric Releases Mortal Deluxe

March 29, 2024 FiXT Signs Alt-Cyber-Pop-Metal Artist Izzy Reign

April 5, 2024 Young Medicine Releases Sophomore Album Cold Blooded

April 12, 2024 Void Chapter Released The Deluxe Edition Of humAnIty

June 14, 2024 3FORCE Unleash Their Latest Club Friendly Synthwave Nostalgic Album

June 25, 2024 Klayton (Celldweller/Scandroid) Announces Bit Bot Media As New Entertainment Company With Partner Josh Viola – Reveals Scandroid Video Game In Development With FreakZone Games