32 bands that disbanded in 2024

32 bands that disbanded in 2024

From forced retirements to amicable splits, heated arguments, and surprise farewell tour announcements, Metal Insider highlights thirty-two bands that are no more. The list includes artists who ended their careers in 2024, those who retired in 2023 but performed final...
The Sword call it quits

The Sword call it quits

  After four years since the announcement of their hiatus, The Sword have unfortunately, officially called it a day. Frontman John D. Cronise issued the following statement via the Texas metal outfit’s Instagram: “Hello friends, I find it my duty to inform you...
Abnormality break up on good terms

Abnormality break up on good terms

  Massachusetts’ brutal death metal outfit Abnormality have sadly announced they are no longer. After fifteen years together and three full-length efforts, including 2019’s Sociopathic Constructs,  the band has decided it’s time to close this chapter of...
Anathema announce indefinite hiatus

Anathema announce indefinite hiatus

  As 2020 continues to be the year from hell, Anathema have announced their indefinite hiatus. The group has faced a number of unpredictable challenges in their personal lives this year, resulting in the inevitable decision to pursue their individual endeavors....