Headbangers Boat cruise returns to Miami after unsuccessful search for man overboard
The Lamb of God Headbangers Boat charter cruise, organized by Sixthman in partnership with Norwegian Cruise Line, faced a tragic incident when a 41-year-old passenger went overboard on Friday (3rd), near the Bahamas. Despite a nine-hour search by the U.S. Coast...
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...
Follow Us
Temperance face “No Return” in new video
Italian symphonic metal outfit Temperance have unveiled a lyric video for their latest single, "No Return." The track is taken from their upcoming concept album, Hermitage - Daruma's Eyes Pt. 2, out October 20th via Napalm Records. This release showcases the...
Triumph of Death to release debut live album ‘Resurrection of the Flesh’ in November
In a thunderous testament to the enduring impact of Swiss metal veterans, Hellhammer, Triumph of Death are proud to announce their debut live album, Resurrection of the Flesh, set to arrive on November 10 via Noise/BMG. Hellhammer's legendary influence on...
Ufomammut to Release ‘Crookhead’ EP on Halloween
Italian psychedelic/doom trio Ufomammut are celebrating their 25th anniversary by releasing their new EP, Crookhead, slated for October 31st via their Supernatural Cat Records label. Recorded in July 2022 at Flat Scenario Studio in Italy by Lorenzo...
New & Noteworthy, May 12th – With Passion and Power
A short release list this week means that we won't see a lot of new names in heavy music on next week's Billboard chart. However, that does not discount the quality or importance of these albums. You definitely need to hear what's coming your way this week! ...
New & Noteworthy, May 5th – Continuum
This week's new release list brings us a lot of veteran acts extending their legacies even further. Representing almost every genre available, at least one of these albums will be to your liking, no matter what. Dig in and enjoy! Kamelot, Haven (Napalm) In...
New & Noteworthy, April 28th – Cashing Out
More and more in the heavy music world these days, we're seeing that "breakup" very often means "hiatus" instead. That is the case with tonight's leading release, as one of the leading bands of last decade's post-hardcore scene returns with a new lineup and a new...