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Biff Byford unveils new video for “School of Hard Knocks”

Biff Byford unveils new video for “School of Hard Knocks”

by Zenae Zukowski | Dec 13, 2019 | New Music, News, Releases, Video

Saxon frontman Biff Byford has unveiled a new video for “School of Hard Knocks.” The song is the title track for his first-ever solo album, which will be released on February 21st via Silver Lining Music.  Byford commented: “The title track to the album is...
Saxon Flies into DC with the Black Star Riders on the Firepower Tour

Saxon Flies into DC with the Black Star Riders on the Firepower Tour

by Jeff Podoshen | Mar 20, 2018 | Reviews

This past Sunday in the nation’s capital, England’s Saxon and LA’s Black Star Riders brought their classic sounding metal to the beautiful new Anthem music venue on Washington D.C.’s Southwest waterfront.  Both bands were opening for Judas...
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...
Review:  Saxon’s ‘Solid Book of Rock’ is a great primer of 18 years of metal

Review: Saxon’s ‘Solid Book of Rock’ is a great primer of 18 years of metal

by Jeff Podoshen | Jan 16, 2018 | Reviews

I’ll admit I’m a bit late to the party with this one, but heck, I taught five classes last semester, so here we are. Anyway, British legends Saxon have released Solid Book of Rock via Edsel Records and it’s a great way to spend that remaining cash on your Amazon gift...

New & Noteworthy, April 1st: One more for the road

by Metal Insider | Apr 1, 2014 | Columns, New & Noteworthy

Despite the date on the calendar, today’s new release list is no joke! There are tons of amazing new releases to listen to today – check them all out and enjoy the great new metal!     Ronnie James Dio – This is Your Life (Rhino)   This is...
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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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Explore 22 New albums just announced – 12/15/2025
Explore 22 New albums just announced – 12/15/2025

A few weeks have flown since we shared 37 albums recently announced. Since then there’s now 2129 New & Noteworthy metal releases on record this year. In the fast-moving world of new music, missing even a week means missing countless new songs and album...

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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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