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Social media feud intensifies between Cradle of Filth and former members

Social media feud intensifies between Cradle of Filth and former members

by Zenae Zukowski | Sep 1, 2025 | Editorials, News

The Cradle of Filth saga continues, with each social media exchange growing increasingly contentious. What once broke as headline news has now devolved into an ongoing cycle of public statements and rebuttals. While it is never ideal for internal disputes to spill...
Did the media prioritize speed over accuracy in reporting the death of Faster Pussycat singer’s fiancée?

Did the media prioritize speed over accuracy in reporting the death of Faster Pussycat singer’s fiancée?

by Zenae Zukowski | Mar 10, 2025 | Editorials

The last few weeks haven’t been easy within the rock and metal world, as more than a handful of musicians have passed away. Writing and reporting on a death is never easy. It’s a shock to us, followed by having to write about it for our readers. One death...
Linkin Park: ‘From Zero’ and the ghost of Chester Bennington

Linkin Park: ‘From Zero’ and the ghost of Chester Bennington

by Ryan Zukowski | Dec 17, 2024 | Editorials, Reviews

Linkin Park had a prolific 2024. They released Papercuts, their singles collection featuring the unreleased track “Friendly Fire,” hired veteran rocker Emily Armstrong as their new co-lead vocalist, dropped a new album titled From Zero, and embarked on a...
Remembering Dimebag Darrell: 20 Years Later

Remembering Dimebag Darrell: 20 Years Later

by Zenae Zukowski | Dec 8, 2024 | Editorials, News

Today marks twenty years since the untimely death of Pantera and Damageplan guitarist Darrell “Dimebag” Abbott, a tragedy that feels as raw as though it happened just last night. Dimebag was shot onstage during a Damageplan concert at the now-defunct...
Confronting domestic violence and substance abuse in the metal community

Confronting domestic violence and substance abuse in the metal community

by Zenae Zukowski | Dec 3, 2024 | Editorials

Domestic violence is a serious issue that can arise in various circumstances, often exacerbated by substance abuse. Excessive drinking or drug use can cloud judgment and escalate conflicts, leading to incidents that cause profound harm to all involved. Acknowledging...
Opinion: addressing leaked footage of As I Lay Dying’s Tim Lambesis

Opinion: addressing leaked footage of As I Lay Dying’s Tim Lambesis

by Zenae Zukowski | Nov 27, 2024 | Editorials

Update News travels rather quickly. As I just finished writing this opinion piece, Lambesis has issued a statement on the same video clips that have circulated the world of the internet today (27th). Dany appears to have either changed or removed her Instagram and...
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Gluecifer drop “I’m Ready” Video
Gluecifer drop “I’m Ready” Video

If you’re American, the easiest way to understand Gluecifer is to imagine what it would feel like if a band like the Ramones, or maybe the MC5, disappeared for two decades and then returned without any interest in explaining themselves. No oral history, no apology...

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Catch up now: 6 new songs/videos recently released – 12/22/2025
Catch up now: 6 new songs/videos recently released – 12/22/2025

New music continues to pile its way through. Since our chunk last week with 47 new songs, this week brings a festive batch of six new tracks as well as fresh videos from already-existing albums or live performances. Metal Insider has collected songs...

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Avenged Sevenfold’s Zacky Vengeance debuts solo single “Dark Horse”
Avenged Sevenfold’s Zacky Vengeance debuts solo single “Dark Horse”

Avenged Sevenfold guitarist Zacky Vengeance has dropped new music under his real name, Zachary Baker, with his first solo single, "Dark Horse." A full-length album is expected soon. The track marks a stylistic shift, trading Baker's metal roots for a more...

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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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New & Noteworthy: Mirror Releases – 12/12/2025

New & Noteworthy: Mirror Releases – 12/12/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This New Music Friday sees new releases from the likes of Volumes, Lord Of The Lost and Windswept, as well as the debut full-length...

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New & Noteworthy: Blood of the Releases – 12/5/2025

New & Noteworthy: Blood of the Releases – 12/5/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Kicking off the month of December, we will see new releases from the likes of Enthroned, Upon A Burning Body, and Blood Red Throne, as...

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