Interview: Blind Channel on new album ‘Exit Emotions’
Finnish rockers Blind Channel have been making waves for the last decade with their nu-metal resurgence approach. As they gear up to trek across the globe, Exit Emotions, their latest offering, arrived just in time before a busy touring year on March 1st via Century...
Dance Gavin Dance split with co-vocalist Tilian Pearson
Dance Gavin Dance announced their split with co-vocalist Tilian Pearson. Pearson joined the group in 2012 and featured in albums from 2013's Acceptance Speech to 2022's Jackpot Juicer, along with the stand-alone single, 2023's "War Machine." The announcement was made...
Interview: Legendary Wraath discusses Night Shall Drape Us’ debut album, ‘Lunatic Choir’
The new Nordic weapon Night Shall Drape Us represents black metal at its finest. Without a doubt, Night Shall Drape Us’ debut album, Lunatic Choir, is the best surprise of the year. The celebrated French/American label, Season of Mist, will unveil Lunatic Choir in its...
Tas Danazoglou discusses Friends of Hell’s ‘God Damned You to Hell’
Formed by veteran artist Tas Danazoglou of Satan’s Wrath and ex-Electric Wizard in 2021, Friends of Hell are about to charm listeners with their wicked sophomore album, God Damned You to Hell. An old-school doomy heavy metallic victory, God Damned You to Hell features...
Oceans of Slumber unveil “Where Gods Fear to Speak” video
Oceans of Slumber are back in a heavier and darker direction on their latest single, "Where Gods Fear to Speak." The accompanying video, directed by Josh Vargas, captures the essence of the song's overall thought-provoking theme. The Houston band, blending melodic...
Album review: My Dying Bride – ‘A Mortal Binding’
Gothic doom metal masters My Dying Bride return to the pure sound of darkness with their new full-length album, A Mortal Binding, via Nuclear Blast Records on April 19th. With seven tracks, this album maintains that somber focus on each song, creating a seductive...
Live Gig Review: The 69 Eyes Dance with the Manhattan Devils at the Gramercy Theatre on 4/12/24
It was a chiaroscuro evening of dancing and singing at the Gramercy Theatre on a mild April night in Manhattan with The 69 Eyes, with their style of brash gothic hard rock, backed up by the Bites and Budderside taking over Gotham City. Having an hour to spare before...
New & Noteworthy: Release Ballads – 4/12/2024
New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week will see the debut of Jakobs Castle, the return of classic rockers Blue Öyster Cult, Mark Knopfler and James, as...
Maynard James Keenan continues to explain restricting cell phone use at his shows
In case you missed the last several mentions, Maynard James Keenan is still against fans using cell phones at his shows. Nearing his 60th birthday and celebrating the milestone via the Sessanta Tour with Puscifer, A Perfect Circle, and Primus, Keenan continues to...
Highlights: Bruce Dickinson sells tickets at Whisky a Go Go box office, first show a success, setlist revealed
Bruce Dickinson surprised fans yesterday (12th) for the early arrivals at the Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood, spotted as the guest selling tickets at the box office himself. The tickets were for two special "not so secret" shows for Dickinson's solo band, The House...