Concert Calendar (9/19-9/24) : Hey Uh, What Shows Are You Hitting Up? Crowbar, Igorrr, & more
You guys, We always appreciate you reading your Metal Insider concert calendar this week. Before the list, do the thing and dm this post to a fellow metal-loving friend if you know they love attending some great gigs. This is a Crowbar-focused week all around!...
Immortal Guardian reveal details for new album ‘Unite and Conquer’
Power/Progressive metal outfit Immortal Guardian have unveiled details for their forthcoming effort, Unite and Conquer, scheduled to arrive on October 27th via M-Theory Audio. Over the last year, the group has been dropping teasers with new songs and...
Derek Smalls (Spinal Tap) streaming new song “Must Crush Barbie”
Derek Smalls, the iconic bassist formerly of Spinal Tap, has returned with a new single titled "Must Crush Barbie" via Bottomland Productions/Immortal Records. This doll-smashing track aims at the pink and fluffy cultural phenomenon from the popular 2023 film...
RYUJIN (formerly known as Gyze) share “Raijin & Fujin” video featuring Trivium’s Matthew Kiichi Heafy
Formerly known as Gyze, the samurai metal band RYUJIN are moving forward with a name change, sharing it worldwide on their upcoming self-titled debut album, RYUJIN, out January 12, 2024, via Napalm Records. This transformation promises to bring a fresh fusion...
ICYMI: Ignea share live performance video for “Daleki Obriyi”
Ukrainian metal outfit Ignea have recently released their latest album, Dreams of Lands Unseen, via Napalm Records (order here). In case you missed it, the group has shared a live video for their single "Daleki Obriyi," which was captured at the Faine Misto...
Kix reunite with former members for farewell concert
Veteran rock outfit Kix have sadly bid farewell with their final concert at Columbia, Maryland's Merriweather Post Pavilion on Sunday (17th). The anticipated show, announced in May, featured a memorable setlist and welcomed former KIX guitarists Ronnie Younkins...
October Tide streaming new song “Blodfattig”
Sweden's death/doom outfit October Tide unveiled what's considered their most unique composition with their new single "Blodfattig." The track is taken from their upcoming album, The Cancer Pledge, out October 6th via Agonia. The song arrived on all streaming...
Charting the course to 2024: reflecting on 70000tons of Metal 2023 Artist Spotlight: Amorphis
We’re counting down to the 2024 edition of 70000 tons of Metal! This is by far one of our personal favorite metal cruises where every artist is a headliner. Metalheads from around the globe share an insane experience of four days with very little to no sleep of...
Photos/Review: Rob Zombie & Alice Cooper brought The Freaks on Parade to Jones Beach w/ Ministry & Filter – 9/9/2023
For the second year, The Freaks on Parade Tour charges through the country, taking no prisoners. Promising a night of timeless shock and blazing talent for attending fans, Alice Cooper and Rob Zombie lead the way as the metal madness marches throughout the U.S....
Interview: Kristyn Hope talks debut album ‘Mortal’ from RPG game ‘Skyrim’-inspired project Daedric
Prepare to delve into the ferocious world of Texas-based metal project Daedric as we explore their fresh sound showcased in the debut album, Mortal. Released last month through FiX.T (order here), this electronic metal offering takes no prisoners. In this...