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Vitriol and Hideous Divinity: two essential reminders why we shouldn’t skip the opener

Vitriol and Hideous Divinity: two essential reminders why we shouldn’t skip the opener

by Zenae Zukowski | Mar 3, 2020 | Editorials, News, Photos, Reviews

  There’s a reason why openers shouldn’t be skipped at shows. Whether you were there for the headliner or not, there can always be a great surprise if you arrived early enough. This past Valentine’s day was a clear example when both Vitriol and...
Metal Insider’s Top Seventeen Tours to look forward to in 2020

Metal Insider’s Top Seventeen Tours to look forward to in 2020

by Zenae Zukowski | Jan 9, 2020 | Lists, Touring

2020 is the year we get to see Mr. Bungle’s first shows in twenty years, the return of Mercyful Fate, Faith No More, Rage Against the Machine, and more. We listed seventeen additional tours we’re looking forward to see.    17) Def Leppard, Mötley Crüe,...
Metal By Numbers 12/11: Cattle Decapitation slaughter sales

Metal By Numbers 12/11: Cattle Decapitation slaughter sales

by Matt Brown | Dec 11, 2019 | Metal By Numbers

Metal By Numbers is a weekly column in which we look at the top metal sellers and debuts of the week.   Compared to the last two months, this list of debuts looks rather small. But what it lacks in length it makes up for with Cattle Decapitation spearheading what...
Vader announce North American tour w/ Abysmal Dawn & Hideous Divinity

Vader announce North American tour w/ Abysmal Dawn & Hideous Divinity

by Zenae Zukowski | Dec 4, 2019 | News, Touring, Updates

Poland’s death/thrash titans Vader have announced their return to North America in nearly three years! The group will be celebrating three album anniversaries including De Profundis, Litany, and The Art of War as well as songs from their new EP, Thy Messenger, and...
Aborted announce North American Tour w/ Cryptopsy, Benighted, & Hideous Divinity

Aborted announce North American Tour w/ Cryptopsy, Benighted, & Hideous Divinity

by Zenae Zukowski | Jan 23, 2019 | News, Touring

Aborted have announced a headlining Hell Over North America spring tour. The group will be bringing their latest effort TerrorVision on the road with them as they will be joined by Cryptopsy, Benighted, and Hideous Divinity. The trek kicks off on March 21st in...
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Album Review: Volumes – ‘Mirror Touch’
Album Review: Volumes – ‘Mirror Touch’

Understanding Volumes requires a working theory of Los Angeles, not the promotional brochure version, but the one locals accidentally describe when they’re stressed. This is the L.A. where rehearsal spaces are wedged between vape shops and dental offices, where the...

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Soen unveil third single from upcoming album ‘Reliance’
Soen unveil third single from upcoming album ‘Reliance’

Swedish progressive metal outfit Soen have unveiled a video for their new single, “Discordia.” The track is the third single taken from their upcoming album, Reliance, scheduled to arrive on January 16, 2026 via Silver Lining Music. Drummer Martin Lopez comments:...

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Enthroned’s Nornagest breaks down new album Ashspawn in a Track-by-Track guide
Enthroned’s Nornagest breaks down new album Ashspawn in a Track-by-Track guide

Belgian black metal veterans Enthroned are back with a brand-new chapter as they unveil their twelfth album, Ashspawn, out now via Season of Mist. The follow-up to 2019's Cold Black Suns captures the group's occult-driven intensity while marking a powerful return...

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New & Noteworthy: Releases We Fall – 10/17/2025

New & Noteworthy: Releases We Fall – 10/17/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week will see new music from the likes of Biohazard, Chrissie Hynde, Militarie Gun, All Time Low, Battle Beast and Sabaton amongst...

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New & Noteworthy: Para Releases – 10/10/2025

New & Noteworthy: Para Releases – 10/10/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. The sees long-awaited returns from the likes of Yellowcard, Black Eyes, John 5, Testament, Sanguisugabogg, Greyhaven, among the many...

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New & Noteworthy: Releases Above Life – 10/3/2025

New & Noteworthy: Releases Above Life – 10/3/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. The first week of October sees new music from the likes of AFI, Thrice, Agriculture, Hooded Menace, Michael Schenker Group and The Red...

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