Avantasia announce tenth studio album ‘Here Be Dragons’ arriving in February 2025

Avantasia, the symphonic power metal project led by mastermind Tobias Sammet, is set to release their tenth studio studio album, Here Be Dragons, via Napalm Records, on February 28, 2025. Marking the band's debut with the label, the record promises to deliver an...

Jeff “Mantas” Dunn quits Venom Inc.

Venom Inc .founder and former Venom guitarist Jeff "Mantas" Dunn has announced his departure from the group. Venom Inc formed in 2015 with bassist/vocalist Tony "Demolition Man" Dolan and drummer Antony "Abaddon" Bray, intending to reignite Venom's Prime Evil-era. The...

Sick New World 2025 canceled amid financial challenges and ambitious lineup

The 2025 edition of Sick New World has been officially canceled, with organizers citing "unforeseen circumstances" as the cause. Scheduled for April 12, 2025, in Las Vegas, the event was set to feature headliners Metallica and Linkin Park, along with the return of...

AC/DC announce Spring 2025 North American Stadium Tour

AC/DC are set to return to North America for the first time in nine years with their Power Up North American Spring 2025 tour. The trek begins on April 10 in Minneapolis, MN, and wraps up on May 28 in Cleveland, OH. Support will come from The Pretty Reckless. Tickets...
Pop Evil unveil “Deathwalk” video

Pop Evil unveil “Deathwalk” video

Pop Evil have unveiled a Sam Shapiro-directed video for their dark new single, "Deathwalk." Produced by Zach Jones and KJ Strock, the track explores themes of mortality and self-identity. Pop Evil are currently on tour with Bad Wolves. Vocalist Leigh Kakaty comments:...

Chilean metal band Mawiza sign with Season of Mist

Chilean metal band Mawiza sign with Season of Mist

Chilean metal outfit Mawiza, have sown their paths in folk metal, collecting the roots of the Mapuche people to transform them into music, joins Season of Mist. With striking sonorities that include typical indigenous instruments, tribal songs (ülkantun), and all the...

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New & Noteworthy: Theories of Releases – 6/7/2024

New & Noteworthy: Theories of Releases – 6/7/2024

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This first New Music Friday of June sees releases from veteran bands like Bon Jovi, Cactus and Evergrey, as well as Butthole Surfers’ JD...

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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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