Cemetery Skyline (Dark Tranquillity, Insomnium, etc.) drop “In Darkness” video
Cemetery Skyline, the new supergroup featuring vocalist Mikael Stanne (Dark Tranquillity, The Halo Effect), guitarist Markus Vanhala (Insomnium, Omnium Gatherum, I Am The Night), keyboardist Santeri Kallio (Amorphis), bassist Victor Brandt (Dimmu Borgir, Witchery),...
Legendary producer Steve Albini passes away at 61
Steve Albini, a legendary producer and musician, has passed away at the age of 61. His passion for music was evident in the countless albums he recorded and the alternative rock sound he shaped with artists like Nirvana, Pixies, PJ Harvey, and many more. As the...
Track Premiere: Cruce Signatus – “Lus Gladii”
Milwaukee-based multi-instrumentalist David Frazer, known for his work with Pillaging Villagers, is gearing up for the release of the instrumental self-titled debut of his project, Cruce Signatus, scheduled to arrive on June 7th. This debut marks the first installment...
Kittie reveal details for first new album in thirteen years; shares new single “Vultures”
Kittie have finally unveiled details for their long-awaited new album, Fire, slated for release on June 21st via Sumerian Records. To celebrate the reveal, the group has dropped a video for their latest single, "Vultures." The clip features live footage from their...
Amorphis & Dark Tranquillity announce co-headlining North American Tour w/ Fires In The Distance
Finnish metal giants Amorphis are teaming up with Swedish melodic death metal masters Dark Tranquillity for a co-headlining North American tour with support from Fires In The Distance. The trek kicks off on September 3rd in Richmond, VA, and will run through October...
Coal Chamber announce summer tour w/ Fear Factory, Twiztid, Wednesday 13 & Black Satellite
Coal Chamber are returning to the road for a Fiend For The Fans Tour. The trek will bring lots of nostalgia with the help of supporting acts Fear Factory, Twiztid, and Wednesday 13, who will be playing music from Murderdolls., The run will also welcome the new with...
Simone Simons unveils new single “Aeterna;” debut solo album arriving in August
Epica vocalist Simone Simons has joined forces with legendary Arjen Lucassen to collaborate on her debut solo album. Vermillion, is set to arrive on August 23 via Nuclear Blast Records. To give a taste for what's to come, Simons has unveiled a video for her first...
KK’s Priest & Accept announce North American Tour
KK's Priest and Accept are joining forces for a North American tour starting August 31 in Los Angeles, CA. The trek will feature both bands showcasing tracks from their latest albums: The Sinner Rides Again by KK's Priest and Humanoid by Accept. Tickets go on sale...
Charting the course to 2025: reflecting on 70000tons of Metal 2024 Artist Spotlight: Acod
Countdown to 2025: 268 Days SOOOOOOON, the famous word for 70000tons of Metal cruisers know to love and hate. And one thing you learn is announcements are always unpredictable.After experiencing the 2024 edition to its fullest capability, we captured all sixty-two...
Concert Calendar (5/06-5/12) : More Like seis-seis-seis de Mayo. Cattle Decapitation, Blind Guardian & more
Hey, now! Since we're a month away from another summer concert season, I’m going to put on my strutting-down the East Village shades and say that we're making it to the hottest show season of the year! I hope to see you sipping on mojitos and attending gigs well into...
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Seven recent label signings – 4/29/2024
Change is inevitable, including starting fresh chapters with a new label. While there have been quite the signings and switch-ups, we narrowed down a list of seven most recently announced within the last week. 01) Armored Saint re-sign with Metal Blade Records:...
Mötley Crüe drop “Dogs of War” video: first song without Mick Mars
Mötley Crüe are back with a brand new song, 'Dogs Of War', marking their first release since parting ways with guitarist Mick Mars with John 5 as his replacement. The track, produced by longtime collaborator Bob Rock, merges old-school vibes with a contemporary twist,...
Hammerfall share “Hail To The King” video; new album arriving in August
Swedish metal giants Hammerfall have announced that their 13th studio album, Avenge The Fallen, will be released on August 9th via Nuclear Blast Records. To give a taste of what's to come, the group has shared a video for their new single, "Hail To The King." Joacim...
New & Noteworthy: August 16th 2019 – Infest The New Music’s Nest
New & Noteworthy is a weekly column in which we highlight some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week features news music from Killswitch Engage, Hammerfall, and more! For last week’s releases you can check out the last New &...
New & Noteworthy: August 9th 2019 – We Are Not Your New Releases
New & Noteworthy is a weekly column in which we highlight some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week features the brand new Slipknot album! For last week’s releases you can check out the last New & Noteworthy, and for the latest...
New & Noteworthy: August 2nd 2019 – Rewind, Replay, Releases
New & Noteworthy is a weekly column in which we highlight some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week features new music from Volbeat, Carnifex, and more! For last week’s releases you can check out the last New & Noteworthy, and...