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...

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Mushroomhead unleash “We Don’t Care” single
Mushroomhead unleash “We Don’t Care” single

Mushroomhead will release their ninth studio album, Call The Devil, this Friday (9th) via Napalm Records. To celebrate the album release, the group has unleashed their dark new single, "We Don't Care." The band will embark on a European tour this week, followed by a...

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1349 unleash “The God Devourer” video
1349 unleash “The God Devourer” video

Norwegian black metal outfit 1349 will release their eighth full-length album, The Wolf and the King, on October 4, 2024, via Season of Mist. The group has unleashed a Claudio Marino-directed and Artax Film-produced video for their third single, "The God Devourer."...

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New & Noteworthy, May 27th – Nothing Stands in Our Way

  As we roll into summer, more and more great bands are releasing their new albums, filling the charts with heavy music. The summer touring season is always a great time for new releases, and we're getting into that period in full swing. Just look at the list of...

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New & Noteworthy, May 20th – Ambitions

New & Noteworthy, May 20th – Ambitions

After last week's deluge, we get a slightly more normal output of new music this week. Highlights include the first album in four years from one of Europe's biggest attractions, and a veteran band that often flies under the radar releasing another great record. Check...

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New & Noteworthy, May 13th – Own Your World

New & Noteworthy, May 13th – Own Your World

I warned you all, so I hope you're prepared. This week, we're flooded with new music. We're overwhelmed by it. And while that certainly isn't a bad thing, it does mean you all have your work cut out for you in terms of required listening. No point in delaying - just...

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