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COVID-19 Updates: Benighted frontman & Mayhem guitarist test positive, Batushka guitarist recovers, Ex-Nightwish singer loses father

COVID-19 Updates: Benighted frontman & Mayhem guitarist test positive, Batushka guitarist recovers, Ex-Nightwish singer loses father

by Elise Yablon | Apr 9, 2020 | News

  COVID-19 has been affecting people all over the world for months now. More than 1.5 million people have been infected globally with the death count reaching nearly 90,000.  The effects have not been lost on those in the metal community. In the last couple...
Batushka guitarist has coronavirus; Gary Holt (Exodus/Slayer) “suffering from all symptoms”

Batushka guitarist has coronavirus; Gary Holt (Exodus/Slayer) “suffering from all symptoms”

by Zenae Zukowski | Mar 19, 2020 | News

  Our way of life has dramatically changed within the last few weeks. It feels surreal as it was just yesterday when we were talking about concerts to look forward to, and now, we’re wondering which show to watch next on YouTube. This outbreak has not only locked...
Batushka’s Krzysztof Drabikowski gives update on lawsuit

Batushka’s Krzysztof Drabikowski gives update on lawsuit

by Elise Yablon | Feb 6, 2020 | News

The rift between Batushka guitarist Krzysztof Drabikowski and vocalist Bartłomiej Krysiuk continues to grow. In a new interview with Dark Art Conspiracy, Drabikowski gave an update on the whole situation, as well as further background on what happened between the two....
Metal Insider’s Top Ten Shocking Moments of 2019

Metal Insider’s Top Ten Shocking Moments of 2019

by Zenae Zukowski | Dec 27, 2019 | Lists, News, Top 10

Compared to previous years, 2019 has been relatively peaceful. Arch Enemy didn’t ban another photographer (that we know of). Despite his failed comeback attempt, there wasn’t another Threatin. However, Green Day donated $2000 to cover damages from a hardcore show at...
Krysiuk’s Batushka cancels North American tour due to ongoing legal dispute

Krysiuk’s Batushka cancels North American tour due to ongoing legal dispute

by Zenae Zukowski | Oct 29, 2019 | News

A lot has happened since Batushka’s debut album, 2015’s Litourgiya, arrived. Just three years after their first full-length effort, the Polish black metal duo have been faced with a legal battle since December 2018. Kryzstof “Derph” Drabikowski and Bartłomiej “Bart”...
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Martijn Westerholt’s Eye of Melian unveil “Symphonia Arcana” video
Martijn Westerholt’s Eye of Melian unveil “Symphonia Arcana” video

Martijn Westerholt's Eye of Melian project has unveiled a new video for their latest single, "Symphonia Arcana." The track is the second single from their upcoming album, Forest of Forgetting, scheduled for release on February 20, 2026, via Napalm Records. Founded by...

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Myrath unveil cinematic video for new single “The Funeral”
Myrath unveil cinematic video for new single “The Funeral”

Myrath have released a cinematic video for their latest single, "The Funeral." The track is taken from their upcoming album, Wilderness of Mirrors, which is scheduled to arrive on March 27, 2026, via earMusic. Watch the clip below and pre-order the album here: ...

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In Vain say final farewell to beloved vocalist, drop his final project
In Vain say final farewell to beloved vocalist, drop his final project

Norwegian progressive death/black metal outfit In Vain have left a parting gift for 2025 and, in honor of late vocalist Sindre Nedland, are sharing the release of his final solo album, Embers. The record was completed just days before Nedland's passing in March 2025,...

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New & Noteworthy: Echoes In Releases – 11/7/2025

New & Noteworthy: Echoes In Releases – 11/7/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. November kicks off with new music from the likes of Finger Eleven, Agnostic Front, Armor For Sleep, Drain and Alcatrazz among the many...

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New & Noteworthy: Releases Go in the Forest – 10/31/2025

New & Noteworthy: Releases Go in the Forest – 10/31/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This Halloween saw new music from the likes of Avatar, Aephanemer, Despised Icon and Primitive Man, as well as an early holiday EP from...

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New & Noteworthy: You Are Safe From Releases Here – 10/24/2025

New & Noteworthy: You Are Safe From Releases Here – 10/24/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week saw new music from the likes of Warrant, Mammoth, Serj Tankian, The Acacia Stain, Dayseeker and Soulfly amongst the many...

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