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The Black Communion presents: Exmortus, Gravehill, Blade Killer, Ironaut on September 19th.

The Black Communion presents: Exmortus, Gravehill, Blade Killer, Ironaut on September 19th.

by Alix Vallecillo | Aug 8, 2016 | Events, Free Stuff

As some of you may know, Metal Insider has teamed up with The Black Communion, a monthly series of free shows here to unite the LA metal community, to bring you the most talented metal bands for your enjoyment at no charge. This month, we have already...
The Black Communion presents: Exmortus, Gravehill, Blade Killer, Ironaut on September 19th.

The Black Communion presents: Eliminate (featuring classic members of Dark Angel, Whiplash), Kaustik, Tormenter

by Alix Vallecillo | Jul 18, 2016 | Events, Free Stuff

If you live in the Los Angeles area and like free events, we have some news that you may like. We are proud to introduce a new Metal Insider-cosponsored event called The Black Communion, a monthly series of free shows here to unite the LA metal community. The Black...
Back at it again with Brooklyn’s House of Vans (Sleep, Converge, Quicksand)

Back at it again with Brooklyn’s House of Vans (Sleep, Converge, Quicksand)

by Bram Teitelman | May 10, 2016 | Free Stuff, News

Although they didn’t really start to get popular until the late ’70s and early ’80s, Vans are celebrating their 50th anniversary this year. And if you live in the New York area like we do, you’re more than likely familiar with the House of Vans...
Deftones playing free show tonight at SXSW

Deftones playing free show tonight at SXSW

by Alix Vallecillo | Mar 17, 2016 | Events, Free Stuff, News

If you happen to be in Austin, TX for SXSW you have an endless list of cool bands to catch, so how about adding a free Deftones show while you’re there? Deftones announced a free performance at the SXSW outdoor stage at Lady Bird Lake for today, Thursday 17th,...

Foo Fighters release surprise EP, ‘Saint Cecelia’

by Bram Teitelman | Nov 23, 2015 | Free Stuff, New Music, News

Today brought the release of Saint Cecelia, a surprise five-song EP from Foo Fighters that’s available for free to stream or download. The songs were recorded in October at Austin’s Hotel Saint Cecelia, but on the website where the album can be streamed...

Converse Rubber Tracks offers chances to record with Kurt Ballou, Will Putney

by Alix Vallecillo | Jul 8, 2015 | Contests, Free Stuff, News

Are you in a metal band who wants to record in the Boston or Brooklyn area? Do you feel your Bandcamp demos sound like 90’s black metal albums and need an upgrade? Are you broke to the point where you recorded your EP on your iPhone and mixed it yourself using...
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Shinedown announce 2026 world tour dates; reveal new album details
Shinedown announce 2026 world tour dates; reveal new album details

Shinedown have announced their eighth studio album, Ei8ht, is scheduled to arrive on May 29 via Atlantic Records. The band has also shared the latest single, “Safe And Sound." In support of the forthcoming record, the group will embark on the Dance, Kid, Dance Act II...

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Space of Variations’ Dmytro Kozhukhar breaks down new album ‘Poisoned Art’ with track-by-track guide
Space of Variations’ Dmytro Kozhukhar breaks down new album ‘Poisoned Art’ with track-by-track guide

Ukrainian metalcore outfit Space of Variations return with their new album, Poisoned Art, out now via Napalm Records (order here). Blending crushing heavy beats with raw emotional intensity, the band has delivered what is promised to be their most intense work to...

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Inside Death Knocks: Hoaxed discuss recording challenges
Inside Death Knocks: Hoaxed discuss recording challenges

Portland, Oregon dark rockers Hoaxed have unveiled their sophomore full-length album, Death Knocks, out now via Relapse Records (order here). Marking a new chapter for the band, featuring Kat Keo, Kim Coffel, and new bassist/vocalist April Dimmick, the record arrives...

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New & Noteworthy: Liturgy of Releases – 2/6/2026

New & Noteworthy: Liturgy of Releases – 2/6/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. The first New Music Friday of February sees LPs from the likes of Puscifer, KMFDM, Mayhem and Tailgunner amongst the many outstanding...

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New & Noteworthy: Eon Of Releases – 1/30/2026

New & Noteworthy: Eon Of Releases – 1/30/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week’s new albums include music from the likes of Blackwater Holylight, Buzzcocks, Kula Shaker and MØL amongst the many outstanding...

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New & Noteworthy: the final releases – 1/23/2026

New & Noteworthy: the final releases – 1/23/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week finds albums from the likes of Megadeth, Poppy, The Format, Crystal Lake, The Damned, Goldfinger and Rotting Christ...

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