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...
Jinjer unveil “Duél” video

Jinjer unveil “Duél” video

Ukrainian progressive groove metal outfit Jinjer are set to drop their highly anticipated fifth album, Duél, on February 7, via Napalm Records. The group has unveiled a video for the album’s title track, “Duél." Watch the clip below and pre-order the album here:...

Xenoyr officially leaves Ne Obliviscaris

Xenoyr officially leaves Ne Obliviscaris

We're not going to lie, this news is a gut punch for us. After being unable to tour with Ne Obliviscaris, vocalist Xen has officially decided to leave the band. Xenoyr, the mastermind behind the project, has released impeccable work and built a dedicated following....

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New & Noteworthy, October 30th – Telling Ghosts

Halloween weekend is upon us, and in addition to the candy, parties, and pranks that will be taking place, a whole bunch of new music has shown up as well. Check it all out below.   Puscifer, Money Shot (Puscifer Entertainment) It's hard to believe that this is...

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New & Noteworthy, October 23rd – New Uprising

The past few weeks have been a varied mix of different types of heavy music being released, and this week is no different. Check out this week's new albums and see what you like!   Killing Joke, Pylon (Spinefarm) With a career spanning nearly four decades,...

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