In Flames’ Anders Fridén discusses venues continuing to take a portion of artists’ merchandise sales
In Flames frontman Anders Fridén has spoken out about the increasing pressure from artists for music venues and promoters to eliminate merchandise fees. These fees often take a cut of a band's earnings, making it difficult for touring acts to turn a profit....
Photos/Review: Gojira and Mastodon obliterate America with their Mega Monsters Tour
For those afraid to rock as true individuals who know who they are and who are always showing off their own style, I do not salute you. One of the most powerful expressions is that of a collaborative heavy metal band that always knows where they stand. On...
Live Gig Review: A Barbaric Time with Obituary at Irving Plaza on 5/04/23
Obituary was one of the defining death metal groups I got into. With a bill featuring Immolation, another band of interest, I had to continue my spring marathon of gigs with a night of absolute savagery. 5/04, Star Wars day arrived with some time for my...
Concert Calendar (5/08-5/14): Concerts, Parties, and METAL: Conan, Kreator, & more:
Ayo, concert fanatics! Thus far, May is nothing short of ridiculous. Thanks for taking time out of a usually typical Monday to look over your always great Metal Insider concert calendar. Please have a quick look at Ian's ultra-heavy highlights below. Have a...
Exclusive EP premiere: Sovereign Council – ‘World On Fire’
Canada's power metal band Sovereign Council is set to release their new EP, World On Fire, tomorrow (5th). The EP features five emotionally charged tracks representing a shift in their musical direction since their last album, Laniakea. Produced by guitarist...
Watch: Primus, Tool and Queens of The Stone Age members perform Tool’s ‘Ænima’
Danny Carey of Primus/Tool, and Queens of the Stone Age’s troy Van Leeuwen have released a live video of Tool's classic song "Ænima." Performed this month at a benefit concert at the Belasco in Los Angeles for their friend, film director, animator, and...
Metallica’s Kirk Hammett celebrates 9 Years of sobriety
Metallica guitarist opened up in a recent interview with the fan club magazine So What!, discussing his passion for playing music and performing, stating: "I love what I do. I love what I fucking do, okay? There's been times when the negative aspects have...
Protest The Hero announces Fall Tour, Moon Tooth to support
Canadian prog-metal outfit Protest The Hero will return to the road this fall for the Halloween Is For Always Tour. The trek will feature Moon Tooth as direct support, with Covet planning to play a lone date in Toronto, Ont. Protest The Hero are in the...
Mötley Crüe deny backing tracks for band members on 2022 summer tour
Mötley Crüe is currently involved in a bitter legal dispute with their former guitarist, Mick Mars. Mars retired from touring with the band late last year but intended to remain a member and participate in studio work and other potential shows. However, the...
Metallica’s James Hetfield “Inspired” by late Pantera guitarist Dimebag Darrell
In a recent interview with SiriusXM's Jose Mangin on his Metal Ambassador podcast, Metallica's James Hetfield spoke about the musical influences that inspired their latest album, 72 Seasons. He also discussed his own vocal evolution and the...
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Exclusive EP Stream: Trapped In Thought – ‘For Those Who Never Came Home’
Ontario metalcore band Trapped In Thought are set to release their new EP, For Those Who Never Came Home, tomorrow (21st), after facing setbacks and delays over the years. The EP features songs written as far back as 2014, showcasing the group's diverse musical...
Dieth drop “Don’t Get Mad…Get Even!” video
Bassist David Ellefson (Ex-Megadeth), Guitarist/vocalist Guilherme Miranda (ex-Entombed A.D.), and drummer Michał Łysejko (ex-Decapitated) have recently teamed up to form the new death thrash project Dieth. They are now set to release their debut album, To Hell...
Foo Fighters share “Rescued” single; new album arriving in June
Foo Fighters have announced their new album, But Here We Are, set to arrive on June 2 via Roswell/RCA. The album is a raw and honest response to the band's challenges in the past year, especially after the loss of Taylor Hawkins, and a testament to the healing...
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