by Chris Loomis | Dec 23, 2025 | Lists, Top 10
An enormous amount of great music was released in 2025 across all genres of Rock n Roll and Heavy Metal, which always makes it a challenge when asked, “What is your favorite album released this year?” After scouring my playlists and reminiscing about...
by Elise Yablon | Apr 7, 2025 | New & Noteworthy
New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Kicking off April’s release schedule are new albums from the likes of Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs, Bleed From Within, L.A. Guns,...
by Zenae Zukowski | Mar 22, 2025 | Festivals, Lists, Touring
From exciting new festivals like Unhinged to the highly anticipated return of Vans Warped Tour, along with massive tours from Wardruna, Carnifex, and more, here are 21 festivals and tours to look forward to. 01) Furnace Fest 2025 Lineup Revealed The nearly complete...
by Ian Weber | Mar 18, 2024 | Touring
‘sup, ya’ll? There’s a lot of amazing tours that are preparing to race across America as the mercury rises…lots of great new tunes, always plenty of cool surprises in the works. This is when we debate on what gigs to attend. Having said that, Ian...
by Zenae Zukowski | Dec 15, 2023 | News, Touring
KK’s Priest had an excellent 2023 with the release of their sophomore album, The Sinner Rides Again. Now, looking ahead to 2024, the group featuring K.K. Downing and Tim “Ripper” Owens are taking their new music to the USA for a headlining...