Ex-Whitechapel Drummer Explains Reasoning Behind Departure

Last week, fans were surprised to hear that drummer Kevin Lane left deathcore group Whitechapel. However, according to Lane, it’s been a decision in the making for a long time. Lane released the following statement to give more insight into his departure: “Over the...

In Loss: A Look Back at the Breakups of 2010

To say that 2010 was a rough year for metal has to be one of the most colossal understatements any journalist could conceive. Listing all of the fallen heroes of this year would be a column unto itself, as would a list dedicated to the many near-miss accidents,...

M. Shadows Gives New Insight Into Split With Portnoy

Last night, we were shocked when Mike Portnoy revealed that Avenged Sevenfold was no longer requiring his services and that the two parties have split. It seemed like a promising bet that Portnoy would become a permanent fixture in the band, especially since he...

Avenged Sevenfold Part Ways With Mike Portnoy

Early this evening, it was confirmed that Avenged Sevenfold has parted ways with former Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy, who has been filling in for the band on the road and in the studio since the passing of Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan. Portnoy released the following...

Cynic Parts Ways With Guitarist And Bassist

Yesterday, progressive metal band Cynic announced that they have parted ways with guitarist Tymon Kruidenier and bassist Robin Zielhorst. The following statement was released by the band via their website: “We’re announcing a change in the band’s lineup...

Haste the Day Call It A Day

After ten years, five albums, two DVDs, four member changes, over 350k albums sold globally and a few thousand tour dates, Haste The Day are hanging it up. There isn’t a lot of magic to a decision like this.  I’ve been fortunate to have seen several of my...