Primus reveal John Hoffman as new drummer
After an extensive search that saw well over 6,000 auditions, Primus have officially named John Hoffman as their new drummer. Hoffman, known for his YouTube and social media presence, steps in as Tim "Herb" Alexander's official replacement. The band's audition process...
New & Noteworthy: Duel – 01/31/2025 & 2/7/2025 Give Us Releases
February 7, 2025 New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This first New Music Friday of February sees the highly anticipated return of Dream Theater’s classic line-up, as well...
Renowned producer Dave Jerden (Alice In Chains, Jane’s Addiction) has passed away
Renowned producer Dave Jerden, known for his work with Alice In Chains, Jane’s Addiction, and The Offspring, has passed away at 75. His daughter Michelle confirmed on social media this past Thursday (6th) that he died peacefully on Wednesday (5th) following years of...
ICYMI: Epica unveil “Cross the Divide” video; new album arriving in April
ICYMI Epica have announced their ninth studio album, Aspiral, is scheduled to arrive on April 11. Inspired by Stanisław Szukalski's 1965 bronze sculpture of the same name, the album represents renewal and inspiration. Recorded at Sandlane Studios and produced by Joost...
Interview: Lord of the Lost’s Chris Harms talks debut solo album ‘1980’
Lord of the Lost vocalist Chris Harms is celebrating the arrival of his debut solo album, 1980, available now via Napalm Records. The record separates him from Lord of the Lost, focusing on an 80s-inspired synth-pop atmosphere. Metal Insider's Mar Morannon spoke with...
Baroness announce 2025 spring North American Tour
Baroness have announced a North American tour set for this May. Bringing The Red Album (2007) and Blue Record (2009) to the Midwest and East Coast, the tour will feature exclusive tour-only vinyl with newly crafted John Baizley artwork along with Red and...
Venamoris unveil “Truth” video
Venamoris, the duo featuring Paula and Dave Lombardo, has released a Displaced/Replaced-directed video for their latest single, "Truth." The track is taken from their upcoming album, To Cross or To Burn, set for release on February 28 via Ipecac Recordings. "Truth"...
Interview with Lacuna Coil’s Andi Ferro discussing new album ‘Sleepless Empire’
Hails Metal Insiders! Lacuna Coil has a brand new album coming out called Sleepless Empire, which will be released on February 14 from Century Media Records. The band has taken their signature sound up a notch, with those dark, jarring, yet familiar, and...
Track By Track Review: Days Of Jupiter – ‘The World Was Never Enough’
Days of Jupiter's new album, The World Was Never Enough, is now available via RPM (order here).The group has teamed up with Metal Insider to share a track by track guide of their latest release. Introduction The new album from Days Of Jupiter ”The world was never...
Clutch announce 2025 North American Tour
Maryland rockers Clutch have announced the Full Ahead Flank MMXXV tour, set for June 2025 across Canada and the U.S. They will be joined by Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown and Nate Bergman as special guests. Tickets go on sale Friday (7) at 10 a.m. local time. Tour...
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Gaerea unveil “Hope Shatters” single; new album arriving in October
Portuguese extreme masked metal outfit Gaerea have announced their fourth album, Coma, is scheduled to arrive on October 25 via Season of Mist. To celebrate the upcoming effort, the group has dropped a Dariusz Szermanowicz-directed video for their latest single, "Hope...
Robse share new single “Von Der Schenke Zur Taverne”
Former Equilibrium frontman Robert-Martin Dahn (aka Robse) has made a return with his new project, Robse. With their debut album, Harlekin & Krieger, arriving next month on August 16th via Reaper Entertainment, the group has unveiled a lyric video for the third...
Sunday Morning’s new EP ‘Forget Me Nots’ gains momentum following release
Sunday Morning's new EP, Forget Me Nots, arrived on June 21st. This release marks their debut with Open Your Ears Records and includes singles "Weight" and "Broken Glass." The six-track EP blends hardcore and alternative styles. From New Haven, CT, Sunday Morning...
New & Noteworthy, December 18th – Board Up the House
The end is here, my friends. We have reached the final New & Noteworthy of 2015. However, unlike previous years, the new release calendar is not going quietly. Instead, an album that has appeared on many top 10 lists graces us with its presence immediately before...
New & Noteworthy, December 11th – Twilight of the Dead
We are in the last weeks of the 2015 release calendar, and you can tell that it's that time of year when a two-song single is the highest-ranked prospect for the week. Nevertheless, in the midst of Top 10 lists and year-end recaps, it's important to remember that...
New & Noteworthy, December 4th – Connect the Cuts
As we here at Metal Insider are neck-deep in 2015 albums, trying to finish our Top 10 lists, the last few albums of the year are making their way in. It's a short release week, but we're making the most of it. Enjoy the beginning of the end of the 2015 release...
