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The rock and metal world reacts to the death of Vinnie Paul

The rock and metal world reacts to the death of Vinnie Paul

by Zenae Zukowski | Jun 23, 2018 | News, Sad News

We are still stunned to hear about the sudden death of legendary drummer Vinnie Paul (Vincent Paul Abbott). While many of us are questioning the why and how this happened, it goes without saying this is one tragic loss. The cause of his death has not been released....
Pantera/HellYeah drummer Vinnie Paul dead at 54

Pantera/HellYeah drummer Vinnie Paul dead at 54

by Zenae Zukowski | Jun 23, 2018 | In Memoriam, Sad News

  It is with great sadness to report that legendary drummer Vinnie Paul, co-founder of Pantera, has passed away. The 54-year-old was also a current member of HellYeah, and was in Damageplan as well when his brother Darrell Abbott was assassinated onstage....
R.I.P. former Deicide and Obituary guitarist Ralph Santolla

R.I.P. former Deicide and Obituary guitarist Ralph Santolla

by Zenae Zukowski | Jun 6, 2018 | News, Sad News

Just yesterday (5th), Devil’s Highway and ex- Deicide, Obituary etc. guitarist Ralph Santolla was taken off of life support after being in a coma due after suffering a heart attack. Earlier this morning, his mother Sue Santolla-Rocha, who has been keeping everyone...
Ghost cuts Milwaukee show short after fan dies

Ghost cuts Milwaukee show short after fan dies

by Zenae Zukowski | Jun 1, 2018 | News, Sad News

Ghost have been traveling across North America on the Rats on the Road tour to celebrate the arrival of Prequelle, which has finally arrived today. While tonight concludes the run in St. Paul MN, last night’s (31st) show in Milwaukee, WI was cut short due to a...
Former Anal C*nt guitarist Josh Martin dies in escalator accident

Former Anal C*nt guitarist Josh Martin dies in escalator accident

by Zenae Zukowski | May 29, 2018 | News, Sad News

According to Vanyaland, former Anal Cunt guitarist Josh Martin has passed away. Martin lost his balance and fell off an escalator last night (28th) at the Providence Place Mall in Providence, Rhode Island. WPRI reported the 45-year-old fell off from the upper level to...
Former Dope/Murderdolls drummer Ben Graves passes away

Former Dope/Murderdolls drummer Ben Graves passes away

by Zenae Zukowski | May 10, 2018 | News, Sad News

Cancer has struck once again as the former Dope/Murderdolls/Pretty Boy Floyd drummer Ben Graves has passed away. The drummer kept his sickness quiet as he spent the last 11 months fighting off the disease. Yesterday (9th), he unfortunately lost the battle. While his...
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Catch up now: 37 new songs/videos released this week – 8/27/2025
Catch up now: 37 new songs/videos released this week – 8/27/2025

New music continues to spiral its way in. Since our chunk last week with 36 new songs, this week brings a slightly larger round of 37 new tracks as well as fresh videos from already-existing albums. Metal Insider has collected a bit of everything, including The Halo...

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Glass Lungs reveal track-by-track guide to new EP ‘Afterglow’
Glass Lungs reveal track-by-track guide to new EP ‘Afterglow’

Brooklyn’s Glass Lungs are celebrating the arrival of their new EP, Afterglow. A blend of shoegaze atmosphere and post-hardcore melodies, the EP highlights the group's evolution. Glass Lungs have teamed up with Metal Insider to share a track-by-track guide behind...

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Sadistic Force share track by track guide to new EP ‘Morbid Odyssey’
Sadistic Force share track by track guide to new EP ‘Morbid Odyssey’

Hailing from Austin's underground scene, Sadistic Force are set to unleash their new EP, Morbid Odyssey, tomorrow (22nd). Blending blackened speed with old-school tenacity, the release channels the spirit of Judas Priest, Motörhead, and the NWOBHM. The group recently...

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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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New & Noteworthy: the other releases – 03/24/2023

New & Noteworthy: the other releases – 03/24/2023

  New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Check out the releases from March 24th. Which one’s your favorite? Don’t forget to check out the playlist below. Enjoy!  ...

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