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Judas Priest to move forward as a four piece leaving Andy Sneap disappointed

Judas Priest to move forward as a four piece leaving Andy Sneap disappointed

by Mark Zapata | Jan 11, 2022 | News

  Ex Judas Priest touring guitarist, Andy Sneap, stated that he is “incredibly” disappointed by the band’s decision to perform as a quartet on their upcoming tour. Sneap co-produced Judas Priest’s most recent album, Firepower, began...
Review/Photos: Judas Priest brings their Firepower to Washington, DC

Review/Photos: Judas Priest brings their Firepower to Washington, DC

by Jeff Podoshen | Mar 19, 2018 | Reviews

As I wrote not too long ago, Judas Priest has returned to the metal world with an amazing new album, Firepower. Firepower, is the band’s highest charting record ever in the US and it’s no surprise why as its one their strongest in their entire catalog. The band...
Album Review: Judas Priest still pack a wallop of Firepower

Album Review: Judas Priest still pack a wallop of Firepower

by Jeff Podoshen | Mar 12, 2018 | Reviews

Judas Priest is like the opposite of a box of chocolates. You always know what you’re going to get. Unless, of course, you’re talking about Turbo or Nostrodamus. Of course, I love both Turbo and Nostrodamus so we can get that out of the way. This month the Metal Gods...
Judas Priest’s Glenn Tipton sitting out tour due to Parkinson’s Disease

Judas Priest’s Glenn Tipton sitting out tour due to Parkinson’s Disease

by Bram Teitelman | Feb 12, 2018 | Get Well Soon

  Aside from Rob Halford’s leather-lunged vocals, Judas Priest’s iconic sound was defined by the twin guitar attack of KK Downing and Glenn Tipton. In 2011, KK Downing stepped away from the band, with Richie Faulkner admirably filling his shoes....
Review:  Saxon’s ‘Thunderbolt’ is a modern-sounding monster of a record

Review: Saxon’s ‘Thunderbolt’ is a modern-sounding monster of a record

by Jeff Podoshen | Feb 5, 2018 | Reviews

  I finally got to listen to the new Saxon record, Thunderbolt and all I can say is “Wow!” While I was expecting a good record from these British vets I frankly wasn’t expecting something so incredibly fresh as I received. This record immediately grabs you with...
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Gluecifer drop “I’m Ready” Video
Gluecifer drop “I’m Ready” Video

If you’re American, the easiest way to understand Gluecifer is to imagine what it would feel like if a band like the Ramones, or maybe the MC5, disappeared for two decades and then returned without any interest in explaining themselves. No oral history, no apology...

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Catch up now: 6 new songs/videos recently released – 12/22/2025
Catch up now: 6 new songs/videos recently released – 12/22/2025

New music continues to pile its way through. Since our chunk last week with 47 new songs, this week brings a festive batch of six new tracks as well as fresh videos from already-existing albums or live performances. Metal Insider has collected songs...

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Avenged Sevenfold’s Zacky Vengeance debuts solo single “Dark Horse”
Avenged Sevenfold’s Zacky Vengeance debuts solo single “Dark Horse”

Avenged Sevenfold guitarist Zacky Vengeance has dropped new music under his real name, Zachary Baker, with his first solo single, "Dark Horse." A full-length album is expected soon. The track marks a stylistic shift, trading Baker's metal roots for a more...

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New & Noteworthy: Releases is a Grave – 12/19/2025

New & Noteworthy: Releases is a Grave – 12/19/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week sees new muisc from the likes of Peter Criss, Dead Sun and Lychgate amongst the many outstanding works hitting shelves. Don’t...

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New & Noteworthy: Mirror Releases – 12/12/2025

New & Noteworthy: Mirror Releases – 12/12/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This New Music Friday sees new releases from the likes of Volumes, Lord Of The Lost and Windswept, as well as the debut full-length...

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New & Noteworthy: Blood of the Releases – 12/5/2025

New & Noteworthy: Blood of the Releases – 12/5/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Kicking off the month of December, we will see new releases from the likes of Enthroned, Upon A Burning Body, and Blood Red Throne, as...

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