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Tool’s Maynard James Keenan defends right to act like a “whining, entitled snowflake” at Boston Calling Fest

Tool’s Maynard James Keenan defends right to act like a “whining, entitled snowflake” at Boston Calling Fest

by Zenae Zukowski | May 30, 2017 | News, Politics

Memorial Day weekend sparked a few political comments including Danzig defending Donald Trump’s travel ban. On Sunday (28), Tool headlined the final night at the Boston Calling festival, and frontman Maynard James Keenan shared his thoughts on law enforcement saying:...
Here’s what Papa Roach’s Jacoby Shaddix thinks of the president

Here’s what Papa Roach’s Jacoby Shaddix thinks of the president

by Bram Teitelman | May 25, 2017 | Politics

When you’re looking for political opinions, you probably don’t want to worry with so-called “fake news” outlets and go straight to the source, Papa Roach frontman Jacoby Shaddix, amirite? Yep, the  band, who’s Crooked Teeth...
So Kid Rock, Ted Nugent and Sarah Palin walk into the White House…

So Kid Rock, Ted Nugent and Sarah Palin walk into the White House…

by Bram Teitelman | Apr 20, 2017 | News, Politics

There are quite a few things that Kid Rock and Ted Nugent have in common. First off, they’re both from Michigan. Secondly, their best years are behind them, and thirdly, they have a deep hatred of Democrats. At least Kid Rock seems to like Jews more than Nugent....
Slayer’s Tom Araya calls America a nation of crybabies, said he was trolling with  Trump pic

Slayer’s Tom Araya calls America a nation of crybabies, said he was trolling with Trump pic

by Bram Teitelman | Apr 17, 2017 | Politics, Updates

We’ll cut right to the chase here and address the headline: in an interview with a Chilean radio station, Slayer’s Tom Araya says the following:  “That’s what America has become. It’s become a bunch of people that… because they...
Former bandmate of The Mars Volta/At The Drive In’s Cedric Bixler-Zavala running for senate

Former bandmate of The Mars Volta/At The Drive In’s Cedric Bixler-Zavala running for senate

by Bram Teitelman | Apr 3, 2017 | Politics

There’s a lot of political music out there, and there are even some politicians that are into music. Take, for example, Indonesian president Joko Widodo, who likes Lamb of God and Napalm Death. However, in Texas, there’s a congress member running...
Immigrant Lars Ulrich isn’t in favor of a wall being built

Immigrant Lars Ulrich isn’t in favor of a wall being built

by Bram Teitelman | Mar 7, 2017 | Metallica Insider, News, Politics

  Throughout the first 34 years of their career thus far, Metallica really haven’t been that political of a band. Granted, “Disposable Heroes” and “One” are anti-war songs, but “Don’t Tread on Me” is kind of a...
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Video Premiere: Siege Perilous – “Becoming the Dragon”
Video Premiere: Siege Perilous – “Becoming the Dragon”

Colorado power metal outfit Siege Perilous have teamed up with Metal Insider to share a video of their latest single, "Becoming the Dragon." The track is the title track from their forthcoming record, Becoming the Dragon, scheduled to arrive on March 27, 2026. The...

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Explore 90 New albums just announced – 2/18/2026
Explore 90 New albums just announced – 2/18/2026

2026 is here and there’s already well over 100 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 announcements. To help you catch up, Metal Insider has...

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Shinedown announce 2026 world tour dates; reveal new album details
Shinedown announce 2026 world tour dates; reveal new album details

Shinedown have announced their eighth studio album, Ei8ht, is scheduled to arrive on May 29 via Atlantic Records. The band has also shared the latest single, “Safe And Sound." In support of the forthcoming record, the group will embark on the Dance, Kid, Dance Act II...

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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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New & Noteworthy: the final releases – 1/23/2026

New & Noteworthy: the final releases – 1/23/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week finds albums from the likes of Megadeth, Poppy, The Format, Crystal Lake, The Damned, Goldfinger and Rotting Christ...

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New & Noteworthy: Krushers of the Releases – 1/16/2026

New & Noteworthy: Krushers of the Releases – 1/16/2026

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 new releases from the likes of Sleaford Mods, Greywind, Kreator, Soen...

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