Gojira to make history at Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony

Gojira are more or less officially the first heavy metal band to ever perform at the Olympics. These French metal giants are set to make history at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, taking place today (26th). Alongside Céline Dion, Lady Gaga, and Aya Nakamura,...

Former Spiritbox bassist Bill Crook passes away

Former Spiritbox bassist Bill Crook has passed away. The news was shared by his friend and former bandmate, Kai Turmann, who announced it on social media with permission from Crook's mother. Crook was a member of Spiritbox from 2018 to 2022 and contributed to their...

Deftones announce 2024 ‘Dia De Los Deftones’ festival

Deftones have announced the 2024 edition of their festival, Dia De Los Deftones, set for November 2, 2024, at Petco Park in San Diego. The lineup includes Idles, Sunny Day Real Estate (performing Diary in full), Health, Paris Texas, Duster, Gel, and Qendresa. Tickets...

Dorothy returns with new single “MUD;” advocates for fair streaming payments

Los Angeles rocker Dorothy has returned with a brand-new single, "MUD," the first taste of her forthcoming fourth studio album. Produced by Scott Stevens (Halestorm, Shinedown, Nothing More), "MUD" showcases Dorothy's powerful vocals and a unique blend of hard rock,...
The Smashing Pumpkins announce new album

The Smashing Pumpkins announce new album

The Smashing Pumpkins have announced their new album, Aghori Mhori Mei, is set to arrive on August 2. This announcement comes ahead of their North American tour, with Green Day starting later this month. Aghori Mhori Mei marks the band's thirteenth album, following...

Butcher Babies part ways with vocalist Carla Harvey

Butcher Babies part ways with vocalist Carla Harvey

Butcher Babies have parted ways with co-vocalist/co-founder Carla Harvey. The news was made by separate social media posts by Harvey and the band on Saturday (20th). Harvey commented: “Over the last 6 months You may have noticed my absence from BB posts. After 15...

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Fit For An Autopsy announce new album and tour
Fit For An Autopsy announce new album and tour

Metal outfit Fit For An Autopsy have announced their new album, The Nothing That Is, is scheduled to arrive on October 25th via Nuclear Blast. The group will head out for a headlining tour this October with support from Bodysnatcher, Distant, Sylosis, and Judiciary....

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New & Noteworthy: Releases of the Forgotten – 5/31/2024

New & Noteworthy: Releases of the Forgotten – 5/31/2024

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 new works from the likes of Buffalo Tom, Big Head Todd And The Monsters, Nestor, Shrapnel & Thou, the debut of...

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New & Noteworthy: Pro Releases – 5/24/2024

New & Noteworthy: Pro Releases – 5/24/2024

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 highly-anticipated works from Lenny Kravitz, Twenty One Pilots, Capstan and Rotting Christ, the return of Say...

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