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Honoring Ozzy Osbourne: tributes to the Prince of Darkness

Honoring Ozzy Osbourne: tributes to the Prince of Darkness

by Zenae Zukowski | Jul 23, 2025 | News, Tributes

The world lost a legend on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, with the passing of Ozzy Osbourne. A pioneer. A king. The Prince of Darkness. A true architect of heavy metal through his legacy with Black Sabbath and his unforgettable solo career. Ozzy was 76 years old. He had been...
Black Sabbath’s Bill Ward dedicates new song “Arrows” to Las Vegas shooting victims

Black Sabbath’s Bill Ward dedicates new song “Arrows” to Las Vegas shooting victims

by Zenae Zukowski | Oct 1, 2019 | New Music, News, Releases

Black Sabbath’s Bill Ward has released a new song “Arrows.” The track is dedicated to the victims of the 2017 Las Vegas mass shooting that took place exactly two years ago today (1st). Honoring the victims on the shooting’s second anniversary, Ward’s new song features...
Black Sabbath reunites with Bill Ward at “Grammy Salute to Music Legends”

Black Sabbath reunites with Bill Ward at “Grammy Salute to Music Legends”

by Chris Annunziata | May 13, 2019 | News

On Saturday (11th), the Grammy Salute to Music Legends was hosted in Los Angeles, CA and Black Sabbath members Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler attended. During the night, the two reunited with the band’s original drummer Bill Ward and were honored with the Lifetime...
Former Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward cancels Day of Errors tour due to health concern

Former Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward cancels Day of Errors tour due to health concern

by Zenae Zukowski | Nov 21, 2017 | Get Well Soon, News

Former Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward spent some time in the hospital this past weekend due to heart problems and needs to spend time recovering. As a result, he’s cancelled dates with his current band, Day of Errors: Read his official Facebook statement below:...
Former Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward reveals his top ten favorite metal albums

Former Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward reveals his top ten favorite metal albums

by Zenae Zukowski | Jul 12, 2017 | News

Former Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward revealed his top ten favorite metal albums of all time via Rolling Stone. Out of all of the recent lists, we have seen thus far, he is the only one who included one of his. Additionally, it’s a rather surprising diverse...
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Space of Variations’ Dmytro Kozhukhar breaks down new album ‘Poisoned Art’ with track-by-track guide
Space of Variations’ Dmytro Kozhukhar breaks down new album ‘Poisoned Art’ with track-by-track guide

Ukrainian metalcore outfit Space of Variations return with their new album, Poisoned Art, out now via Napalm Records (order here). Blending crushing heavy beats with raw emotional intensity, the band has delivered what is promised to be their most intense work to...

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Inside Death Knocks: Hoaxed discuss recording challenges
Inside Death Knocks: Hoaxed discuss recording challenges

Portland, Oregon dark rockers Hoaxed have unveiled their sophomore full-length album, Death Knocks, out now via Relapse Records (order here). Marking a new chapter for the band, featuring Kat Keo, Kim Coffel, and new bassist/vocalist April Dimmick, the record arrives...

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Ponte del Diavolo’s Kratom shares track-by-track guide for new album De Venom Natura
Ponte del Diavolo’s Kratom shares track-by-track guide for new album De Venom Natura

Italian blackened post-punk outfit Ponte Del Diavolo continue to evolve their dark, ritualistic sound with the arrival of their sophomore album, De Venom Natura. Emerging from Turin’s underground, the band has crafted a unique identity defined by their dual-bass...

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New & Noteworthy: Liturgy of Releases – 2/6/2026

New & Noteworthy: Liturgy of Releases – 2/6/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. The first New Music Friday of February sees LPs from the likes of Puscifer, KMFDM, Mayhem and Tailgunner amongst the many outstanding...

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New & Noteworthy: Eon Of Releases – 1/30/2026

New & Noteworthy: Eon Of Releases – 1/30/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week’s new albums include music from the likes of Blackwater Holylight, Buzzcocks, Kula Shaker and MØL amongst the many outstanding...

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New & Noteworthy: the final releases – 1/23/2026

New & Noteworthy: the final releases – 1/23/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week finds albums from the likes of Megadeth, Poppy, The Format, Crystal Lake, The Damned, Goldfinger and Rotting Christ...

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