EP Review: Insomnium- ‘Songs of the Dusk’
If there is a band that has become a singular example of melodic death metal, it has to be Insomnium. Not only are they pioneers within the genre, but they have also managed to keep releasing soul-breaking records throughout the years. From "While We Sleep" to...
Live Review: Powerwolf w/ Lord of the Lost & Serenity spook Mitsubishi Electric Hall in Düsseldorf on Halloween 2023
Powerwolf has scheduled five exclusive gigs for November as part of their approaching sabbatical—perhaps for a new record or a well-deserved relaxation. We were fortunate enough to assist in the first of these exhibits, held at the Mitsubishi Electric Hall in...
Insomnium share “Stained in Red” video
Today (3rd) marks the dual release of Insomnium's Songs of the Dusk EP and its accompanying video, "Stained in Red," crafted by The Dor Brothers with the assistance of AI. Initially featured in the Ltd. Deluxe 2CD Artbook of Anno 1696, Songs...
Album Review: Dying Wish – ‘Symptoms of Survival’
In 2021, I stumbled across the single “Cowards Feed, Cowards Bleed” from the debut full-length Fragments of a Bitter Memory by Dying Wish. This band was brash, unapologetically heavy, and wore their influences on their sleeve with no shame or...
Chelsea Wolfe drops “Whispers in the Echo Chamber” video; new album arriving in February
Chelsea Wolfe has announced her new album, She Reaches Out To She Reaches Out To She is set to arrive on February 9th, 2024 via Loma Vista. The album explores self-discovery, transformation, and the power within. To celebrate the album reveal, Wolfe has...
Metallica’s Kirk Hammett and Epiphone launch 1979 Flying V, honoring iconic guitar
Epiphone celebrates its 150-year legacy by partnering with Gibson Custom Shop to launch the Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V, a global release honoring the iconic Metallica guitarist. Kirk's original Gibson Flying V, used on Metallica's early albums, inspires this...
Inferno Festival Norway reveals full 2024 lineup
Inferno Festival Norway unveils its 2024 lineup, featuring classic bands and emerging artists such as Taake, Orbit Culture, and Madder Mortem. The event takes place from March 28-31, 2024, across Oslo venues. Black Metal Bus Tours exploring Norwegian black...
Tarja shares “Frosty The Snowman” video from upcoming ‘Dark Christmas’ album
Legendary Finnish solo artist Tarja (ex-Nightwish) is set to release Dark Christmas on November 10 via earMUSIC, a sequel to her 2017 album. Blending her classically-trained voice with gothic influences, Tarja delivers dark renditions of classic Christmas...
The Ocean announce 2024 tour dates
Post-metal collective The Ocean will embark on their first North American headlining tour in a decade. The trek will feature support from The World Is A Beautiful Place & I Am No Longer Afraid To Die, and Shy, Low. Tickets for the tour are currently...
Interview: Go Ahead And Die’s Igor Amadeus Cavalera talks new album ‘Unhealthy Mechanisms’
Arizona death thrashers Go Ahead And Die’s sophomore full-length effort, Unhealthy Mechanisms, arrived on October 20th via Nuclear Blast Records. Prior to the release, Metal Insider caught up with Igor Amadeus Cavalera to discuss the new record, upcoming...
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Exclusive Album Stream: Australia’s Rocky’s Pride & Joy unveil debut LP ‘All The Colours of Darkness’ – a dive into doom and enigmatic wonders
Hailing from Adelaide, South Australia, meet doom trio Rocky's Pride & Joy, set to release their debut LP, All the Colours of Darkness, on Friday (29th)via Electric Valley Records. This eerie and enigmatic album explores occult rituals, parasites,...
Breaking the chains: an interview with Nervosa’s Helena Kotina on new album ‘Jailbreak’
Thrash metal outfit Nervosa are back with their fifth full-length album, Jailbreak, set to release this Friday (29th) via Napalm Records. This fresh record marks a bold new direction and serves as an introduction to their latest lineup. Guitarist and founding...
Track Premiere: Black Absinthe stream title track for upcoming album “On Earth or In Hell”
Toronto-based heavy metal outfit Black Absinthe are set to unveil their forthcoming album's title track, "On Earth or In Hell," slated for tomorrow (28th). The track, which takes a stance against historical denial and injustices, encapsulates the band's rage...
New & Noteworthy, March 11th – The New Awakening
Some bands need no introduction. Some albums need no preface. This is a case of both. Ladies and gentlemen, today marks the release of one of the most anticipated albums on 2016. Here it is... Killswitch Engage, Incarnate (Roadrunner) Once young upstarts in a...
New & Noteworthy, March 4th – Pulse
The release calendar has begun to show significant life signs as we head into spring. Today features a strong lineup of underground records accompanying a couple of more well-known acts. This is the prelude period before the summer rush, so now is the best time to...
New & Noteworthy, February 26th – The Giant
The release calendar picked up at a great time, backing up one of the most anticipated releases of the entire year. Almost every metal genre is represented today, and it is all top-notch quality. It's good to have a stocked release calendar again! Check it all out!...