Necrophobic streaming new single “Grace of the Past;” share interview with Jens Rydén on album artwork
Swedish blackened death metal outfit Necrophobic is celebrating the release of their last single, "Grace of the Past." The track's unveiling is approaching the tenth studio album's arrival, In the Twilight Grey, due March 15 via Century Media...
Judas Priest share “The Serpent And The King” lyric video
Judas Priest have shared a lyric video for their new song, “The Serpent And The King.” The track is the fourth single taken from the British heavy metal legends’ forthcoming nineteenth record, Invincible Shield, out March 8th. The record has already been...
Lisa Holt, wife of Slayer guitarist Gary Holt, responds to naysayers on band’s reunion shows: “Don’t Go”
Lisa Holt, the wife of Slayer guitarist Gary Holt, has shared a few words following yesterday's (21st) announcement on the group's decision to reunite for select festival appearances booked for Riot Fest and Louder Than Life thus far. The reunion comes five...
Metal Insider stand with Saint Vitus: reflecting on Brooklyn’s beloved music venue
Part 1: Saint Vitus Bar’s Sudden Uncertainty On Friday (16th), Brooklyn's Saint Vitus Bar came to an unexpected halt when the NYC Department of Buildings intervened, shutting down the event before headliner Mindforce could perform. The show, which featured Balmora,...
Exhumed’s Matt Harvey releases new solo EP ‘Toward The Cold Light’
Matt Harvey, guitarist and vocalist of Exhumed, presents music inspired by the cold winter filled with damp and misty mornings in a 5-song instrumental EP, Toward The Cold Light, released on February 8th (available via Bandcamp). It is a highly...
Photos/Review: Static-X & Sevendust celebrate love and metal on Long Island for special ‘Machine Killer’ Valentine’s Day treat w/ Dope & Lines of Loyalty
Ah, yes, Valentine's Day. That wonderful time of year when people come together to celebrate with chocolate and flowers, love, romance, and, for a sizable Long Island crowd, Sevendust and Static-X. One day removed from being hit with the first real snowfall of...
Al Jourgensen hints at retiring Ministry after one more album
In a recent interview with Chuck Armstrong of Loudwire Nights, Al Jourgensen hinted at retiring Ministry. Jourgensen expressed his desire to transition into film scoring and activism, emphasizing his intention to make a difference through these avenues....
SLAYER resurrected: Legends to headline 2024 Louder Than Life & Riot Fest
This is not a drill; Slayer are back! After wrapping up their final world tour in November 2019, these legends featuring Tom Araya (bass/vocals), Kerry King (guitar), Gary Holt (guitar), and Paul Bostaph (drums) have announced their first return to the stage....
Keyboard maestro Vitalij Kuprij (Trans-Siberian Orchestra) has passed away at 49
We are saddened to report that Ukrainian-American keyboard maestro Vitalij Kuprij has passed away at 49. Known for his contributions to progressive metal bands like Artension and Ring of Fire and touring with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Kuprij has left a...
Antichrist Siege Machine unleash “Sisera” video; new album arriving in April
Richmond, Virginia's war metal outfit Antichrist Siege Machine, have announced their third full-length album, Vengeance of Eternal Fire, is scheduled to arrive on April 19 via Profound Lore Records. To celebrate the album reveal, the duo has unleashed a...