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Converge bassist Nate Newton joins Cavalera Conspiracy

by Bram Teitelman | Jan 2, 2014 | Metal Musical Chairs, News

Nate Newton might be the hardest working bassist in metal. Just being the longtime bassist in Converge is enough to keep him busy, but he’s also recording and touring with Doomriders, not to mention Old Man Gloom, who look to be releasing something this year....

Adrenaline Mob Joined By Twisted Sister Drummer, Signs To Century Media

by Zach Shaw | Dec 3, 2013 | Label Moves, Metal Musical Chairs

Adrenaline Mob has been teasing a new album and the replacement for Mike Portnoy since October. Now we know not only who the new guy behind the drum kit will be, but when we can expect to hear new music. It was announced today that Adrenaline Mob has signed a new deal...

Black Label Society guitarist leaves Zakk Wylde’s band

by Bram Teitelman | Dec 2, 2013 | Metal Musical Chairs

Did you know that there was a guitar player in Black Label Society that isn’t Zakk Wylde? That makes logistical sense, but we hadn’t thought about it until we got a press release earlier today stating that Nick Catanese has left the band. Catanese had been...

Bassist of Testament leaves same tour bassist of Lamb of God left

by Bram Teitelman | Nov 21, 2013 | Metal Musical Chairs

It looks like Lamb of God isn’t the only metal band on tour that’s suddenly missing their bassist.  In fact, on the same tour, Testament’s Greg Christian had to back out for their remaining dates for “family matters,” as stated by guitarist Alex Skolnick...

Lamb of God’s John Campbell Leaves Tour

by Metal Insider | Nov 14, 2013 | Metal Musical Chairs

The fans at Lamb of God’s Oakland, California show on November 9th might be the last crowd to see the band perform as a whole for a while. A family emergency has forced the band’s bassist, John Campbell, to leave the tour. As a result of the emergency,...

The Ocean Guitarist, Drummer to leave band

by Bram Teitelman | Oct 29, 2013 | Metal Musical Chairs

Just by virtue of being known as The Ocean Collective, the Swiss/German progressive band The Ocean hasn’t necessarily lent itself to permanence. Yet just as they’re launching a European tour around this year’s impressive Pelagial, both guitatarist...
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I Prevail share “Rain” video; new album arriving in September
I Prevail share “Rain” video; new album arriving in September

I Prevail have recently announced their fourth studio album, Violent Nature, arriving September 19 via Fearless Records. To coincide with the announcement, the group dropped a video for their new single, “Rain.” The emotionally heavy track captures both the pain and...

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Zetra announce unveil new single “The Spider”
Zetra announce unveil new single “The Spider”

UK synth-rock duo Zetra have announced their upcoming EP, Believe, set for digital release on August 22 via Nuclear Blast Records. The duo has unveiled a haunting new single, "The Spider," blending a mix of shoegaze, post-punk, and vintage synth textures. Known for...

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Baest Drop “Stormbringer” video
Baest Drop “Stormbringer” video

Danish death metal outfit Baest have unveiled a video for their new single “Stormbringer.” The track is taken from their upcoming album, Colossal, scheduled to arrive on August 15, 2025 via Century Media Records. The footage was compiled by the band and edited by...

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New & Noteworthy: Metallica release day – 04/14-2023

New & Noteworthy: Metallica release day – 04/14-2023

    New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Metallica’s new album has finally arrived! We’ve been rocking out to this record since last night’s Global Premiere. Were...

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New & Noteworthy: Meteora releases – 04/07/2023

New & Noteworthy: Meteora releases – 04/07/2023

  New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. April releases are here. Which one’s your favorite? Don’t forget to check out the playlist below. Enjoy!   Angel Vivaldi,...

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New & Noteworthy: Chapter III – Releases 03/31/2023

New & Noteworthy: Chapter III – Releases 03/31/2023

  New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. March is leaving us with one more batch of great releases to check out! Which one’s your favorite? Don’t forget to check out the...

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