Slipknot drop cybersquatting lawsuit over Slipknot.com domain

Slipknot have voluntarily dismissed its cybersquatting and trademark infringement lawsuit tied to the Slipknot.com domain. According to Domain Name Wire, the band ended the case shortly after the domain owner filed a motion to dismiss, arguing that Slipknot failed to...

Former Scorpions bassist Francis Buchholz has passed away

We are saddened to report that former Scorpions bassist Francis Buchholz has died at the age of 71 following a private battle with cancer. His family confirmed the news earlier today, Friday (23rd), with the following statement: "It is with overwhelming sadness and...

Pallbearer announce winter/spring 2026 North American tour

Pallbearer will return to North America in early 2026 with a headline tour celebrating their remixed and re-released album Foundations of Burden. Running through February, March, and April, the trek will feature the band performing the album in full across select...

Demon Hunter announce spring 2026 US tour

Demon Hunter will hit the road this spring for a US headlining tour dubbed, There Was A Light Here Tour. The Christian metal outfit will continue to celebrate their twelfth studio album, There Was A Light Here, which released in September 2025 via Weapons...
Bring Me the Horizon announce Fall 2025 U.S. Tour

Bring Me the Horizon announce Fall 2025 U.S. Tour

Bring Me the Horizon are hitting the road this fall for the USA Ascension Program+ Part 01 tour. Kicking off at Louder Than Life Festival in Louisville, KY on September 21st, support will come from Motionless in White, The Plot in You, and Amira Elfeky. Tickets go on...

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Nightwish unveil “The Day Of…” video
Nightwish unveil “The Day Of…” video

Nightwish have shared a video for their latest single, "The Day Of...." The track is taken from their upcoming album, Yesterwynde, scheduled to arrive on September 20th via Nuclear Blast. Tuomas Holopainen comments: "'The Day Of...' delivers a message of hope and...

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New & Noteworthy, July 8th – Take Apart This World

New & Noteworthy, July 8th – Take Apart This World

I think the reason July has been somewhat light on releases so far is that we're getting a cooldown period from an overloaded June, giving us time to recover before we get into an equally overloaded August. It's working out so far, and albums that debuted in previous...

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New & Noteworthy, July 1st – Where You Lie

New & Noteworthy, July 1st – Where You Lie

Holiday weekends in the US are usually a dead time for releases, and this week is no exception. However, that doesn't mean there isn't anything worth checking out here. The underground talent on display on today's list is well worth your time and attention, so give...

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New & Noteworthy, June 24th – The Saw is the Law

New & Noteworthy, June 24th – The Saw is the Law

For the second consecutive week, our lead album is one of the most sought-after albums of the year, although this week's lead is desired for wholly different reasons. It's a week for intense music, so check out what's here and enjoy raging!   Whitechapel, Mark of...

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