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Otep Shamaya claims that an “openly homophobic” sponsor kept band off Mayhem Fest

by Matt Brown | Apr 1, 2014 | Controversy, News

If you’re not a fan of Mayhem Fest’s lineup this year, Otep Shamaya is with you, but not for the reasons you’d think. Rather, she’s not a fan of festival sponsors Rockstar Energy Drink, who she claims kept her band  off the tour. The reason?...
This Is Hardcore Fest 2014’s lineup includes Killswitch Engage, Converge, Unearth and more

This Is Hardcore Fest 2014’s lineup includes Killswitch Engage, Converge, Unearth and more

by Matt Brown | Apr 1, 2014 | Festivals, News

We’ll probably have to clarify this more than once today but no, this is not an April Fools joke. This Is Hardcore Fest has revealed the lineup for its four day festival set for July 24-27 at the Electric Factory in Philadelphia, PA. Hope your scrolling finger...
Dave Lombardo on returning to Slayer: “I don’t think that’s ever gonna happen again”

Dave Lombardo on returning to Slayer: “I don’t think that’s ever gonna happen again”

by Matt Brown | Apr 1, 2014 | Drama Bloody Drama, News

To say that Dave Lombardo has been outspoken about Slayer since his departure would be an understatement. From financial statements to a “non-existent” relationship with his ex-bandmates, it’s obvious Lombardo is on less than good terms with the...

Reflections frontman’s house catches fire, roomate dies

by Matt Brown | Apr 1, 2014 | News, That's Unfortunate

Some serious news for the day; progressive metalcore act Reflections suffered a tragedy last night when their frontman Jake Wolf’s house caught fire, resulting in the loss of everyone’s possessions, but more importantly, one of Wolf’s roommates,...

Metallica to tour with holographic Lou Reed, will play ‘Lulu’ in its entirety

by Matt Brown | Apr 1, 2014 | News, Touring

If you were hoping that Metallica’s next tour would be in support of a new album, it looks like that won’t be the case. Instead, the band has announced plans for a tour that will celebrate the life of Lou Reed, who passed away last year. The celebration will involve...
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Iotunn share “Earth To Sky” video
Iotunn share “Earth To Sky” video

Danish/Faroese progressive metal group Iotunn have released a video for "Earth To Sky." The track is taken from their new album, Kinship, and is now available via Metal Blade Records. Released on Friday (25th), the album explores themes of human nature, our...

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Full of Hell & Andrew Nolan share new song “Sphere of Saturn” featuring Justin K. Broadrick
Full of Hell & Andrew Nolan share new song “Sphere of Saturn” featuring Justin K. Broadrick

Full of Hell and Andrew Nolan have unveiled the new single, “Sphere of Saturn,” featuring Justin K. Broadrick. The track is taken from their upcoming collaborative album, Scraping The Divine, set to arrive on November 15 via Closed Casket Activities. Nolan comments:...

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Wardruna release video for new single “Hibjørnen”
Wardruna release video for new single “Hibjørnen”

Norwegian folk masters Wardruna have released “Hibjørnen,” the latest single and video from their upcoming album Birna, due January 24, 2025 via Sony Music/By Norse Music. The album, rooted in Norse traditions, explores themes of nature with the bear as a central...

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New & Noteworthy, August 4th 2017: The Rise of New Releases

New & Noteworthy, August 4th 2017: The Rise of New Releases

New & Noteworthy is a weekly column in which we highlight some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week features new music from Mary Friedman and Accept. If you would like to check out last week’s New & Noteworthy, you can do...

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New & Noteworthy, July 28th 2017: The New Music Tree

New & Noteworthy, July 28th 2017: The New Music Tree

New & Noteworthy is a weekly column in which we highlight some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week features new music from Alice Cooper, Byzantine, and more. If you would like to check out last week’s New & Noteworthy,...

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New & Noteworthy, July 21st 2017: The New Music Seasons

New & Noteworthy, July 21st 2017: The New Music Seasons

New & Noteworthy is a weekly column in which we highlight some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week features a new EP from Nine in Nails, as well as Wintersun's long awaited "Winter Sessions" and an album from In This Moment....

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