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Apocalyptica return with ‘Plays Metallica Vol. 2’: A Conversation with Eicca Toppinen on reinventing metal classics

Apocalyptica return with ‘Plays Metallica Vol. 2’: A Conversation with Eicca Toppinen on reinventing metal classics

by Zenae Zukowski | Jun 20, 2024 | Interviews, New Music, Releases, Touring

A quick Google search will bring you countless bands and artists covering Metallica songs. Metallica encouraged artists to cover their music with the second Marching Band competition and the release of The Metallica Blacklist, where artists re-envisioned songs from...
Ex-Nifelheim’s legendary Hellbutcher discusses his magnificent self-titled debut album with his eponymous band  

Ex-Nifelheim’s legendary Hellbutcher discusses his magnificent self-titled debut album with his eponymous band  

by Jillian Drachman | Jun 14, 2024 | Interviews

The ex-Nifelheim legend Hellbutcher has formed an eponymous band that epitomizes the true essence of metal. Their self-titled debut album, Hellbutcher, stands as a phenomenal triumph. On this glorious effort, Hellbutcher not only delivers a stellar performance on...
Interview: Göden members delve into their sophomore album ‘Vale of the Fallen’

Interview: Göden members delve into their sophomore album ‘Vale of the Fallen’

by Zenae Zukowski | Jun 13, 2024 | Interviews

New York death/doom outfit Göden have recently released their sophomore offering, Vale of the Fallen, in May via Svart Records. The follow-up to their 2020 debut, Beyond Darkness, showcases an even heavier sound with added intensity. Metal Insider caught up the group...
Interview: Unleash the Archers’ Brittney Slayes discusses AI and Sci-Fi inspirations in new album ‘Phantoma’

Interview: Unleash the Archers’ Brittney Slayes discusses AI and Sci-Fi inspirations in new album ‘Phantoma’

by Zenae Zukowski | Jun 7, 2024 | Interviews

Unleash The Archers, the Canadian power metal outfit, have released their most ambitious record to date, Phantoma, which arrived on May 10th via Napalm Records. This concept album delves into the world of AI, drawing inspiration from iconic science fiction films like...
Interview: Chris Bay celebrates 25 years of Freedom Call with new album ‘Silver Romance’

Interview: Chris Bay celebrates 25 years of Freedom Call with new album ‘Silver Romance’

by Zenae Zukowski | Jun 4, 2024 | Interviews

German power metal giants Freedom Call are celebrating their twenty-fifth anniversary with the release of their new album, Silver Romance, which arrived on May 10th via Steamhammer SPV. We caught up with vocalist Chris Bay to discuss the significance of the color...
Interview: Azlum/Nero discusses Parfaxitas’ debut masterpiece, ‘Weaver of the Black Moon’

Interview: Azlum/Nero discusses Parfaxitas’ debut masterpiece, ‘Weaver of the Black Moon’

by Jillian Drachman | May 30, 2024 | Interviews

The international supergroup Parfaxitas has already stunned audiences with their debut masterpiece, Weaver of the Black Moon. Although physical copies will be released on May 31 via the revered Terratur Possessions, the album dropped even earlier online. Parfaxitas is...
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Soundgarden’s Kim Thayil to release memoir ‘A Screaming Life’ in May 2026
Soundgarden’s Kim Thayil to release memoir ‘A Screaming Life’ in May 2026

Soundgarden founding guitarist Kim Thayil will release his memoir, A Screaming Life: Into The Superunknown With Soundgarden And Beyond, on May 19, 2026 via William Morrow, an imprint of HarperCollins. The book traces Soundgarden's journey from Seattle's underground...

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The Munsens share track-by-track guide of new album ‘Degradation in the Hyperreal’
The Munsens share track-by-track guide of new album ‘Degradation in the Hyperreal’

Denver stoner/doom metal outfit The Munsens have returned with their new album, Degradation in the Hyperreal, now available. The band’s sophomore effort follows their 2019 debut Unhanded. To celebrate the release, The Munsens have teamed up with Metal Insider for an...

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Galactic Empire share track-by-track guide to new album ‘Cinemetal’
Galactic Empire share track-by-track guide to new album ‘Cinemetal’

From a galaxy far, far away, Galactic Empire are back with their latest creation, Cinemetal, out now via Pure Noise Records. Known for their interstellar metal renditions of Star Wars themes, these shredding Sith Lords expanded their horizons, bringing a whole new...

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New & Noteworthy: Infinity Releases 5/3/2024

New & Noteworthy: Infinity Releases 5/3/2024

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This first week of May will see the returns of P.O.D., Better Than Ezra and Dååth, the debut of Return To Dust and new works from the...

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New & Noteworthy: Humanoid Release Torment – 4/26/2024

New & Noteworthy: Humanoid Release Torment – 4/26/2024

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week will see heavy new works from Accept, Darkthrone, Inter Arma, Deicide, Full Of Hell, Alien Ant Farm and Black Tusk, the debut...

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New & Noteworthy: Cometh the releases – 4/19/2024

New & Noteworthy: Cometh the releases – 4/19/2024

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 will see the highly anticipated returns of Pearl Jam, The Ghost Inside and High On Fire, as well as big...

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