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Katatonia release haunting KISS cover “A World Without Heroes”

Katatonia release haunting KISS cover “A World Without Heroes”

by Zenae Zukowski | Nov 12, 2025 | New Music, News

Katatonia have unveiled a haunting rendition of the KISS 1981 classic, “A World Without Heroes.” Originally featured as a bonus track on the mediabook edition of Katatonia’s latest album, Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State, released in June...
Katatonia release haunting KISS cover “A World Without Heroes”

Katatonia announce 2026 North American headline shows

by Zenae Zukowski | Nov 5, 2025 | Touring

Katatonia have announced a string of North American headline performances for spring 2026 in support of their latest album, Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State (read our review here). The newly revealed dates will take place around the band’s upcoming...
Opeth announce 2026 North American Tour w/ Katatonia

Opeth announce 2026 North American Tour w/ Katatonia

by Zenae Zukowski | Sep 24, 2025 | Touring

Opeth have announced The Last Will And Testament North American Tour Part 2, set to kick off in February 2026. The run follows the release of the band’s 14th studio album, 2024’sThe Last Will And Testament. Direct support will come from Katatonia, who will bring...
Metal By Numbers: Grizzly charts – 8/5/2025

Metal By Numbers: Grizzly charts – 8/5/2025

by Zenae Zukowski | Aug 5, 2025 | Metal By Numbers

Metal By Numbers returns with a closer look at weekly metal sales from July 18th, 2025. From major releases to underground newcomers, we’re tracking how these New & Noteworthy releases debuted in charts. Back to our weekly rotation, we focus on the week seeing...
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...
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Catch up now: 47 new songs/videos recently released – 12/14/2025
Catch up now: 47 new songs/videos recently released – 12/14/2025

New music continues to pile its way through. Since our chunk a few weeks ago with 53 new songs, this week brings a solid batch of 47 new tracks as well as fresh videos from already-existing albums or live performances. Metal Insider has collected a bit of everything,...

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Rammstein’s Till Lindemann unleashes “Alles ändert sich…ich nicht” video
Rammstein’s Till Lindemann unleashes “Alles ändert sich…ich nicht” video

Rammstein frontman Till Lindemann has unleashed a video for his new single, “Alles ändert sich…ich nicht.” The characteristically dark and unsettling clip is directed by Horris & Frances. The track will also be available in physical formats, including “Alles...

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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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Album Review: Volumes – ‘Mirror Touch’

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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New & Noteworthy: Winter Releases – 11/28/2025

New & Noteworthy: Winter Releases – 11/28/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This final week of November sees releases from the likes of Excide, Blut Aus Nord, Plosivs and Equilibrium amongst the many outstanding...

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