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X Japan bassist Hiroshi ‘Heath’ Morie has passed away

X Japan bassist Hiroshi ‘Heath’ Morie has passed away

by Zenae Zukowski | Nov 7, 2023 | News, Sad News

  According to Yahoo! Japan, X Japan bassist Hiroshi “Heath” Morie passed away at the age of 55 after a battle with cancer. He had been dealing with health issues since the beginning of the year and was diagnosed with cancer. Unfortunately, the...
Former Cradle Of Filth and Hecate Enthroned bassist Jon Kennedy has passed away

Former Cradle Of Filth and Hecate Enthroned bassist Jon Kennedy has passed away

by Zenae Zukowski | Sep 27, 2023 | Sad News

  Former Cradle Of Filth and Hecate Enthroned bassist Jon Kennedy has sadly passed away. He was 46 years old. Kennedy’s musical journey included stints with Cradle Of Filth from 1994 to 1995 and Hecate Enthroned from 1995 to 1998. His fellow bandmates have...
Former Goatwhore bassist James Harvey IV has died

Former Goatwhore bassist James Harvey IV has died

by Zenae Zukowski | Aug 3, 2023 | News, Sad News

      We are saddened to hear about the passing of former Goatwhore bassist James Harvey IV. The news was confirmed by his sister Rachel, who expressed:   “It is with a broken heart that I announce the passing of my big brother James E Harvey...
Sad News: Animals As Leaders guitar tech Dave Cohen dies from concert accident

Sad News: Animals As Leaders guitar tech Dave Cohen dies from concert accident

by Zenae Zukowski | Jul 19, 2023 | News, Sad News

  In a devastating incident at The Pub Station in Billings, MT, on Sunday, July 16th, the music world lost a talented individual. Dave Cohen, the guitar tech for Animals As Leaders and a respected luthier known for his work with Equilibrium Guitars, has...
Early Megadeth drummer Lee Rauch has passed away

Early Megadeth drummer Lee Rauch has passed away

by Zenae Zukowski | Jun 26, 2023 | News, Sad News

  Former Megadeth drummer Lee Rauch passed away on Friday (23rd) at 58. Rauch was a member of the thrash giants during their early days, playing on their 1984 demo, Last Rites, alongside vocalist/guitarist Dave Mustaine and bassist David Ellefson and later...
Fundraising campaign launched for Illinois man who died at Morbid Angel concert

Fundraising campaign launched for Illinois man who died at Morbid Angel concert

by Zenae Zukowski | Apr 3, 2023 | News, Sad News

  Death metal act Morbid Angel has paid tribute to Frederick Forest Livingston, Jr., who died after the roof of the Apollo Theater in Belvidere, Illinois, collapsed during their concert on Friday, March 31st. The sold-out show had 260 people in attendance due to...
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Sirenia unveil “Callous Eyes” video
Sirenia unveil “Callous Eyes” video

Gothic symphonic metal outfit Sirenia have unveiled a video for their latest single, “Callous Eyes.” The track is the second single taken from their upcoming album, Amanita Messis. The forthcoming effort marks an important chapter for Sirenia as they celebrate their...

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Poison the Well announce spring 2026 headline tour with Converge
Poison the Well announce spring 2026 headline tour with Converge

Metalcore veterans Poison the Well have announced a Spring 2026 North American headline tour. Support will come from Converge, with Balmora, SPY, The Armed, and The Barbarians of California appearing on select dates. The tour coincides with the release of Peace in...

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Megadeth unleash “Puppet Parade” single
Megadeth unleash “Puppet Parade” single

Megadeth have shared “Puppet Parade,” the final single from their upcoming self-titled album, which arrives this Friday (23). The record marks the band’s final studio release and is issued via Dave Mustaine’s Tradecraft imprint in partnership with Frontiers Label...

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New & Noteworthy: Releases and Monsters – 8/29/2025

New & Noteworthy: Releases and Monsters – 8/29/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week sees new music from the likes of The Hives, Lathe Of Heaven, Pinkshift, Vicious Rumors and Helloween among the many...

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New & Noteworthy: Private Releases – 8/22/2025

New & Noteworthy: Private Releases – 8/22/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week sees new music from the likes of Deftones, Three Days Grace, Burning Witches, Blackbriar and Arcadia among the many...

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New & Noteworthy: Bright as Metal Releases – 08/15 – 08/08/2025

New & Noteworthy: Bright as Metal Releases – 08/15 – 08/08/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out. The last couple of weeks have seen new music from the likes of Good Charlotte, Halestorm, Attack! Attack!, Babymetal, Chevelle, Rise Against,...

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