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Interview: Kim Carlsson discusses his plans to celebrate Lifelover’s 20th Anniversary, Kall, Hypothermia, and much more

by Jillian Drachman | Mar 11, 2025 | Interviews, Metal on Metal

The legendary Kim Carlsson triumphantly stands as one of the greatest contemporary musicians, frontmen, and composers. By means of his uncompromising and ingenious creations, he has achieved immortality. In 2005, Carlsson, or “( ),” founded Lifelover, which he helmed,...

Louder Than Life 2025: Slayer, Avenged Sevenfold, Deftones, Rob Zombie & more lead massive lineup

by Zenae Zukowski | Feb 26, 2025 | Metal on Metal

Louder Than Life 2025 will return to the Highland Festival Grounds at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, KY, from September 18-21, boasting its largest lineup ever. With over 160 bands across six stages, the festival will feature major performances from...

Photos: Emo’s Not Dead Cruise 2025 w/ The Used, Boys Like Girls and More

by Elise Yablon | Feb 25, 2025 | Metal on Metal, Photos

The Emo’s Not Dead Cruise took place earlier this month, running from February 4 through 8. Featuring a line-up of top artists in the pop-punk, “emo” and hardcore space against the stunning backdrop of Nassau, Bahamas, attendees were privy to an epic weekend of music,...

Metal Festivals in Czechia 2025 – Preview

by Siegfried Samer | Feb 12, 2025 | Festivals, Metal on Metal

Avid readers of Metal Insider will have noticed by now that I have a certain soft spot for metal festivals in the Czech Republic, notably Metalfest in Pilsen, Masters of Rock in Vizovice, and Rock Castle Open Air in Moravsky Krumlov. This has several reasons: Firstly,...

Charting the course to 2025: reflecting on 70000tons of Metal 2024 Artist Spotlight: Infected Rain

by Zenae Zukowski | Jan 15, 2025 | Metal on Metal

Countdown to 2025: 15 Days SOOOOOOON, the famous word for 70000tons of Metal cruisers know to love and hate. And one thing you learn is announcements are always unpredictable. After experiencing the 2024 edition to its fullest capability, we captured all sixty-two...

Coheed and Cambria and Mastodon announce spring 2025 Tour with Periphery

by Zenae Zukowski | Dec 10, 2024 | Metal on Metal, Touring

Coheed and Cambria and Mastodon will co-headline The Infinite Arc tour with Periphery as special guests. The trek kicks off May 10 in Salem, VA, and concludes on June 8 in Waukee, IA. Tickets go on sale this Friday (13th) via this location. Tour Dates 05/10 Salem, VA...

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Iron Maiden mark 50th Anniversary with upcoming documentary and more

As Iron Maiden celebrate their 50th anniversary, fans are being treated to a series honoring the band's legacy. From a tribute album for the late Paul Di'Anno, the band’s original frontman, to a unique collectible that celebrates their famous "flying tour bus," and a...

Bridge the Gap streaming new song “Broken Language”

Melodic punk band Bridge The Gap are streaming their latest single, “Broken Language.” The track is taken from their upcoming sophomore album, Gainsayer, set to arrive on April 11 via Double Helix Records, with global distribution through SBAM Records and Pee Records....

Iggor Cavalera and Shane Embury unite for split album Neon Gods / Own Your Darkness

Metal giants Iggor Cavalera (Cavalera, ex-Sepultura) and Shane Embury (Napalm Death, Dark Sky Burial) have joined forces for a split album, Neon Gods / Own Your Darkness, released via UK-based Cold Spring Records. Blending dark ambient, industrial noise, and heavy...

New & Noteworthy: The Screaming Of The Releases 3/21/2025

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 spring features highly anticipated albums from Cradle of Filth, The Horrors, Gates to Hell, Lordi and Pop...

New & Noteworthy: The Return of Releases 3/14/2025 – 02/28/2025

March 14, 2025 New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Amongst the many outstanding works hitting shelves this week are highly-anticipated albums from the likes of Coheed and...

New & Noteworthy: This Sleepless Releases – 2/14/2025 & 2/21/2025

February 21, 2025 New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Among the many outstanding works hitting shelves this week are new albums from the likes of Silverstein, Four Seconds...