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The Melvins are in the holiday spirit this year

The Melvins are in the holiday spirit this year

by Zenae Zukowski | Dec 1, 2016 | Holiday Season In The Abyss, News

Amazon re-launched their Indie for the Holidays playlist which is compiled by covers performed by supposed underground stars. The Melvins have crept in on this list as they recorded their own version of “Carol of the Bells.” According to Stereogum, King Buzzo himself...

Have no fear, more ugly metal sweaters are here

by Metal Insider | Oct 1, 2013 | Fashion, Ho Ho NO, Holiday Season In The Abyss

So we won’t mention the sh- (shopping) word just yet, but before you know it, holiday gift-buying season will be just around the corner. Since we have our readers’ best interests in mind, we are offering an alternative to packed stores and long lines and...

Celebrate The Holidays With An Ugly Christmas Sweater From Slayer

by Zach Shaw | Nov 20, 2012 | Holiday Season In The Abyss

We’ve been vocal about how Slayer has gone overboard on their merchandise. In fact, even Gene Simmons would probably raise an eyebrow. Yet Slayer has somehow found a way to top themselves – and just in time for the holiday season mind you – with...

Happy Holidays From Metal Insider

by Bram Teitelman | Dec 23, 2011 | Holiday Season In The Abyss

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ifGkCN93Fxg[/youtube] With the year just about over and the music industry taking a break, Metal Insider is going to slow down a bit next week. We’ll still be posting semi-regularly, and covering breaking news, but...

Because It’s Not Christmas Without A Slayer Light Show

by Zach Shaw | Dec 8, 2011 | Holiday Season In The Abyss, Video

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWWFmhJKJW8[/youtube] You may recall YouTube user lacycute20’s first Slayer Christmas light show, where he synchronized his holiday lights to “Raining Blood” (he also did a light show for Pantera that year). Well, Christmas is...

Celebrate The Holidays With A Slayer Stocking And Ornament

by Zach Shaw | Nov 30, 2011 | Holiday Season In The Abyss

What better way to scare the hell out of Santa Claus when he’s coming down the chimney to give you gifts than with Slayer holiday apparel? The band is currently selling holiday ornaments and stockings (as seen up top) exclusively via their webstore. We already know...

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Track Review: At The Gates deliver heartwrenching tribute to Tomas Lindberg with “The Fever Mask”
Track Review: At The Gates deliver heartwrenching tribute to Tomas Lindberg with “The Fever Mask”

Writing about this is not easy. No one should feel comfortable confronting loss like this. At the Gates' video for their latest single, "The Fever Mask," goes far beyond the typical performance video format, cutting much deeper on an emotional level. Compiled by...

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The Eternal share “Bleeding Into Light” lyric video
The Eternal share “Bleeding Into Light” lyric video

Australian-Finnish dark metal act The Eternal have unveiled a lyric video for the song, "Bleeding Into Light." The track is taken from their new EP, Celestial, which arrived last month via Reigning Phoenix Music. Vocalist and guitarist Mark Kelson comments: "The...

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Bruce Dickinson releases Dolby Atmos editions of ‘Skunkworks’ and ‘Tattooed Millionaire’
Bruce Dickinson releases Dolby Atmos editions of ‘Skunkworks’ and ‘Tattooed Millionaire’

In celebration of the 30th anniversary of his third solo album, Skunkworks, Bruce Dickinson has unveiled newly remixed Dolby Atmos versions of both Skunkworks and his 1990 debut Tattooed Millionaire, available now via BMG Rights Management. The releases follow last...

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New & Noteworthy: Releases Is Not Enough – 2/13/2026

New & Noteworthy: Releases Is Not Enough – 2/13/2026

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 music from the likes of Converge, Gogol Bordello, Mariachi El Bronx and Story Of The Year amongst the many...

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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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