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John Baizley of Baroness speaks about passing of Black Tusk’s Jonathan Athon

by Bram Teitelman | Nov 10, 2014 | In Memoriam, News, Tributes

The metal community is in shock following the untimely death of Black Tusk bassist Athon yesterday following a motorcycle accident on Friday. While tributes continue to pour in about him, we were struck by the words that Baroness’ John Baizley had to say about...

Black Tusk bassist Jonathan Athon Passes Away Following Motorcycle Accident

by Zach Shaw | Nov 9, 2014 | In Memoriam, News, Updates

In an unfortunate turn of events, Black Tusk bassist Jonathan Athon has passed away. Athon was in a medically induced coma following a serious motorcycle accident this past Friday. He was 32 years old. Black Tusk has issued the following statement regarding the...
Wayne Static’s widow Tera Wray issues statement

Wayne Static’s widow Tera Wray issues statement

by Zach Shaw | Nov 3, 2014 | In Memoriam, News, Updates

Since Wayne Static’s sudden death, many in the metal community have shared their condolences and memories of the Static-X frontman, as well as even his former bandmates. Now Static’s widow, Tera Wray, has spoken out about her late husband. Wray, who had a massive...

Tony Campos comments on Wayne Static’s death

by Bram Teitelman | Nov 3, 2014 | In Memoriam, News, Updates

In the wake of Wayne Static’s passing, many have offered condolences and shared memories, but perhaps none as important as one of his fellow band members. Tony Campos, who played with Static-X from 1994 to 2010, offered the following via his Facebook page....

Statement: Wayne Static’s death not drug-related

by Bram Teitelman | Nov 3, 2014 | In Memoriam, News, Sad News, Updates

Following the passing of Static-X frontman Wayne Static on Saturday, tributes began pouring in. And while there’s been no official cause of death, some, including Papa Roach frontman Jacoby Shaddix, suggested that his death might be drug-related. A press release...

Metal community reacts to Wayne Static’s passing

by Bram Teitelman | Nov 2, 2014 | In Memoriam, News, Updates

With the sudden untimely passing of Wayne Static yesterday, the hard rock and metal community are coming to grips with the loss of the Static-X frontman, which happened just days before his 49th birthday. Information is still scarce about his cause of death, but...
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Myrath unveil cinematic video for new single “The Funeral”
Myrath unveil cinematic video for new single “The Funeral”

Myrath have released a cinematic video for their latest single, "The Funeral." The track is taken from their upcoming album, Wilderness of Mirrors, which is scheduled to arrive on March 27, 2026, via earMusic. Watch the clip below and pre-order the album here: ...

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In Vain say final farewell to beloved vocalist, drop his final project
In Vain say final farewell to beloved vocalist, drop his final project

Norwegian progressive death/black metal outfit In Vain have left a parting gift for 2025 and, in honor of late vocalist Sindre Nedland, are sharing the release of his final solo album, Embers. The record was completed just days before Nedland's passing in March 2025,...

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Explore 22 New albums just announced – 12/15/2025
Explore 22 New albums just announced – 12/15/2025

A few weeks have flown since we shared 37 albums recently announced. Since then there’s now 2129 New & Noteworthy metal releases on record this year. In the fast-moving world of new music, missing even a week means missing countless new songs and album...

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New & Noteworthy: Releases Collector – 1/17/2025

New & Noteworthy: Releases Collector – 1/17/2025

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 music from the likes of DUNES, Pigeon Pit and Grave Digger, as well as the final album from Necrodeath, among the...

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New & Noteworthy: March of the Releases – 1/10/2025

New & Noteworthy: March of the Releases – 1/10/2025

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 includes the latest works from Franz Ferdinand, Stick To Your Guns, Tremonti and The Halo Effect, as well as the...

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New & Noteworthy: New Year, New Releases – 1/3/2025

New & Noteworthy: New Year, New Releases – 1/3/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. To Start off 2025, this week sees new music from the likes of Megafauna and Patriarkh among the outstanding works hitting shelves. Don’t...

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