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Metal Mixer: from Escuela Grind to Insomnium: band drama, ghosting, & lineup updates

Metal Mixer: from Escuela Grind to Insomnium: band drama, ghosting, & lineup updates

by Zenae Zukowski | Feb 23, 2024 | Drama Bloody Drama, Lists, News

Amidst surprise reunion announcements, new album reveals, and anticipation for a bustling year of tours, there’s also been a sprinkle of drama and potential mysteries. Contrasting our previous list of member departures, this roundup includes the events that...
Motörhead call out Black Stone Cherry for false recollection about cocaine offer

Motörhead call out Black Stone Cherry for false recollection about cocaine offer

by Zach Shaw | Apr 28, 2016 | Drama Bloody Drama, News, Updates

During an interview with Sweden’s RockSverige, Black Stone Cherry’s Jon Lawhon recalled how Motörhead and their crew would constantly offer them cocaine during their 2009 tour of Germany together. Well, the bassist’s comments may have ruffled some feathers within the...

David Vincent denies he’s left Morbid Angel or has been fired

by Zach Shaw | Jun 15, 2015 | Drama Bloody Drama, Metal Musical Chairs, News

Well, this may have taken a turn for the ugly… just a few hours ago, guitarist Trey Azagthoth revealed plans for a new Morbid Angel record with former bassist/vocalist Steve Tucker. But it didn’t take long for original frontman David Vincent to make things a tad...

Chance Garnette claims Skeletonwitch fired him over “drinking problem”

by Bram Teitelman | Apr 3, 2015 | Drama Bloody Drama, News, Splits

Earlier this week, Skeletonwitch surprised fans when they not only announced that singer Chance Garnette wasn’t joining them for a European tour but also quietly removed his name from the Band Members section of their official Facebook page. Then reports started...
King Diamond parts ways with bassist Hal Patino, battle of words ensues

King Diamond parts ways with bassist Hal Patino, battle of words ensues

by Zach Shaw | Jul 21, 2014 | Drama Bloody Drama, News, Splits

Many musicians have come in and out of King Diamond’s band. However, bassist Hal Patino’s departure from the group has caused its fair share of drama in a rather short amount of time. Just a few months away from his long overdue return to the States, King Diamond...
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...
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Edenbridge breakdown new album ‘Set the Dark on Fire’ with track-by-track guide
Edenbridge breakdown new album ‘Set the Dark on Fire’ with track-by-track guide

Austrian symphonic metal outfit Edenbridge have ignited their new chapter with their 12th studio album, Set the Dark on Fire, scheduled to arrive this Friday (16th) via Steamhammer/SPV. Led by vocalist Sabine Edelsbacher and composer/guitarist/keyboardist Lanvall, Set...

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Lamb of God announce tenth album ‘Into Oblivion;’ share title track
Lamb of God announce tenth album ‘Into Oblivion;’ share title track

Lamb of God will release their tenth studio album, Into Oblivion, on March 13 via Epic Records. The record marks the band's first full-length release in four years. To coincide with the announcement, Lamb of God have shared a video for the album's title track. The...

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Black Label Society share “Name In Blood” video
Black Label Society share “Name In Blood” video

Black Label Society have shared a video for their latest single, "Name In Blood." The track is the fourth single taken from their forthcoming album, Engines Of Demolition, scheduled to arrive on March 27 via MNRK Heavy. The video was directed by longtime collaborator...

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New & Noteworthy: Break The Releases – 1/9/2026

New & Noteworthy: Break The Releases – 1/9/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week counts new music from the likes of Alter Bridge, The Protomen, Zu Beyond The Black and Bullet amongst the many outstanding...

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New & Noteworthy: 2026 Releases have arrived – 1/2/2026

New & Noteworthy: 2026 Releases have arrived – 1/2/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Kicking off 2026, this week’s new music includes albums from the likes of Excavated Graves, Fuath, Wildhunt and Dawnbreaker amongst the...

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New & Noteworthy: Releases is a Grave – 12/19/2025

New & Noteworthy: Releases is a Grave – 12/19/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week sees new muisc from the likes of Peter Criss, Dead Sun and Lychgate amongst the many outstanding works hitting shelves. Don’t...

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