Photos/Review: Shiprocked 2025 set sail with Parkway Drive and Hollywood Undead
ShipRocked celebrated its 15th voyage this past January aboard the Carnival Magic, delivering another unforgettable rock and metal music cruise. With an all-star lineup featuring Parkway Drive, Hollywood Undead, Nothing More, The Struts, and over two dozen more...
Did the media prioritize speed over accuracy in reporting the death of Faster Pussycat singer’s fiancée?
The last few weeks haven't been easy within the rock and metal world, as more than a handful of musicians have passed away. Writing and reporting on a death is never easy. It's a shock to us, followed by having to write about it for our readers. One death that has...
Kittie, The Pretty Wild & Diamante unite for Metallica cover “The Unforgiven”
Prior to the release of Queen of the Ring on Friday (7th), a track from the soundtrack was unveiled: a powerful cover of Metallica's "The Unforgiven" by Kittie, The Pretty Wild, and Diamante. Featured on the film's official soundtrack, the song also includes Aaron...
Brian James, founding member of The Damned, dies at 70
Brian James, founding guitarist of The Damned and a key figure in the UK punk scene, passed away peacefully on Thursday (6). He was 70 years old and surrounded by his family. Born in London in 1955, James was the primary songwriter for The Damned's early albums,...
Volbeat share “By a Monster’s Hand” video; new album arriving in June
Danish rockers Volbeat, featuring Michael Poulsen (vocals/guitar), Jon Larsen (drums), and Kaspar Boye Larsen (bass), have announced their ninth studio album, God of Angels Trust, set for release on June 6 via Republic/Universal. Alongside the album announcement, the...
Mastodon part ways with guitarist Brent Hinds
Atlanta progressive metal giants Mastodon have parted ways with longtime guitarist Brent Hinds after 25 years. The band announced the decision on social media, stating: "Friends and Fans, After 25 monumental years together, Mastodon and Brent Hinds have mutually...
Concert Calendar (03/07-03/16) We Do it For Heavy Metal: Cavalera, Dream Theater, & more
I really can’t believe that around this time in two weeks, it’s gonna be spring, a season where crisp weather, outdoor dining and a large cluster of tours you’ll find await us in equal doses. So as the weather's warming up, I listed a bunch of great new shows for you...
Countdown to Meshuggah’s North American Tour: Phil Lykostratis (Sicksensei) shares his favorite album
Swedish metal legends Meshuggah are returning to North America next month for a headlining tour with special guests Cannibal Corpse and Carcass. With such an incredible lineup, this is a trek you won't want to miss. The tour kicks off on March 28...
Former Prong and Ministry drummer Aaron Rossi dead at 44
Aaron Rossi, former drummer for Prong and Ministry, has passed away at the age of 44 following a sudden and severe heart attack. Though he died on January 27, the news was announced yesterday (6) via his official Facebook page, stating: "It is with overwhelming...
Bruce Dickinson announces first North American solo tour in nearly 30 years
Bruce Dickinson is set to embark on The Mandrake Project Live 2025 tour, marking the Iron Maiden singer's first extensive North American solo tour in nearly three decades. Supporting his latest album, The Mandrake Project, Dickinson reunites with his 2024 touring...
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Where’s My Bible? reveal “Rahko” video
Finnish Death/Black metal band Where's My Bible? has unveiled a video for the group's new single, "Rahko." The clip, directed by drummer Teppo Ristola, reflects the track's theme of Finnish dark culture, delving into the human mind and soul. Regarding the new...
Leprous share “Like a Sunken Ship” video
Norwegian progressive metal outfit Leprous have released a Dariusz Stermanowicz-directed video for their new song, "Like a Sunken Ship." The track is the third and final single taken from their upcoming album, Melodies of Atonement, set to arrive on August 30th via...
Escuela Grind share “Concept of God” video
Escuela Grind have unleashed a video for their latest single, "Concept of God." The track is taken from their upcoming album, Dreams on Algorithms, set for release on October 18 via MNRK Heavy. The New England extreme metal band recorded the LP at GodCity Studio with...
New & Noteworthy, July 29th – Dawn of Decay
This heat wave makes it nearly impossible to be enthusiastic about anything. In fact, there are only two things keeping me going during this: the thought of fall weather being just over six weeks away, and the release calendar that will accompany that weather when it...
New & Noteworthy, July 22nd – Stranger Things
After a couple of weeks of quiet, the release calendar has come roaring back, with a deluge of new items appearing to form a list that is the very definition of eclectic. You're not likely to find a list as diverse as this for awhile, so be prepared to jump around in...
New & Noteworthy, July 15th – In Hell I Roam
The reasoning for this title is twofold. One, I am waiting for the heat wave currently melting the Northeast to break, and it can't happen soon enough. Two, waiting for some of the big releases that are due to come out later this year is torturous. There is so much...
