What to make of Ghost B.C – The Olde One – Papaganda, the first episode of a documentary about Ghost that premiered earlier today on Noisey? On the one hand, it’s a pretty entertaining and beautifully shot documentary about the Swedish sextet. On the other, you’re not going to find out all that much about the band that you didn’t know before. Papa Emeritus II is shown without his makeup (which you can also see in the “Year Zero” video), but it’s obviously a mask that looks like a cross between John Waters and the old man in the Six Flags commercials. He’s then shown putting the Papa makeup on the mask and mentioning that there will be a Papa Emeritus III. Either way, it’s great live footage (courtesy of Lemmy co-director Greg Olliver), and listening to a Nameless Ghoul talk about the band in a non-satanic/non-campy manner should help bring more people over to the dark side. We’re kinda psyched for Part II.
Lacuna Coil unveil “In The Mean Time” video featuring Ash Costello (New Years Day)
Lacuna Coil have unveiled a video for their new single, "In The Mean Time," featuring Ash Costello of New Years Day. The song title refers to the current state of the world, and the band being between cycles. Directed by Patric Ullaeus, the video sets the stage for...
Metal By Numbers: Cure the Charts – 4/18/2024
Metal By Numbers is a weekly column in which we look at the top metal sellers and debuts of the week, with order links provided by Amazon. This column was delayed longer than expected due to a medical issue and subsequent procedure. However, we're pleased to announce...
Oceans of Slumber unveil “Where Gods Fear to Speak” video
Oceans of Slumber are back in a heavier and darker direction on their latest single, "Where Gods Fear to Speak." The accompanying video, directed by Josh Vargas, captures the essence of the song's overall thought-provoking theme. The Houston band, blending melodic...
New & Noteworthy: Cometh the releases – 4/19/2024
New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This New Music Friday will see the highly anticipated returns of Pearl Jam, The Ghost Inside and High On Fire, as well as big...
New & Noteworthy: Release Ballads – 4/12/2024
New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week will see the debut of Jakobs Castle, the return of classic rockers Blue Öyster Cult, Mark Knopfler and James, as well as new...
New & Noteworthy: God Damned You To Releases – 4/5/2024
New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Albums hitting shelves this week include the return of The Libertines, the final album from Cock Sparrer and the debut solo LP from...