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Interview: Epica’s Mark Jansen talks ‘Omega,’ third “Kingdom of Heaven,” reflects on ten years of MaYaN’s ‘Quarterpast’

Interview: Epica’s Mark Jansen talks ‘Omega,’ third “Kingdom of Heaven,” reflects on ten years of MaYaN’s ‘Quarterpast’

by Zenae Zukowski | Feb 23, 2021 | Interviews

    While the COVID-19 pandemic has brought a halt to concerts, it hasn’t stopped artists from working on new music. Dutch symphonic metal giants Epica did everything they could to face these challenges head-on as their new album, Omega, was pushed back to...
Mark Jansen reflects on the history and future of Epica

Mark Jansen reflects on the history and future of Epica

by Zenae Zukowski | Nov 29, 2019 | Interviews

Mark Jansen is one of the hardest working musicians around. During Epica’s downtime, the Dutch guitarist/singer is either working with MaYaN or his new project, United Metal Minds. Therefore, there’s always something for his fans. Epica has spent a decent amount of...
MaYaN premiere “The Power Process” music video

MaYaN premiere “The Power Process” music video

by Zenae Zukowski | Apr 30, 2019 | News, Touring, Video

Epica/MaYaN’s Mark Jansen has been very busy this year. Jansen has been spending a lot of time on the road supporting MaYan’s latest effort Dhyana by making several festival appearances including  this year’s 70000tons of Metal, which we thought was one of...
Video Interview: M.I. Crowley caught up with MaYaN’s Mark & Frank during 70000tons of Metal

Video Interview: M.I. Crowley caught up with MaYaN’s Mark & Frank during 70000tons of Metal

by Metal Insider | Mar 1, 2019 | Interviews, Video

On Episode 18 of Metal Insider’s Newsroom w/ M.I Crowley, Crowley caught up with MaYaN’s Mark Jansen & Frank Schiphorst during this year’s 70000tons of Metal. The two discussed the difficulty booking a U.S tour, their new album Dhyana, plans for this year, as well...
MaYaN premiere “Saints Don’t Die” Music Video

MaYaN premiere “Saints Don’t Die” Music Video

by Zenae Zukowski | Sep 21, 2018 | New Music, News, Releases, Video

Today (21st) MaYaN’s new album Dhyana has finally arrived via Nuclear Blast. To celebrate their latest effort, the symphonic black metal project featuring Epica’s Mark Jansen, Jack Driessen (ex-After Forever), as well as members of Epica, ex-Stream of Passion, Delain,...
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Gluecifer drop “I’m Ready” Video
Gluecifer drop “I’m Ready” Video

If you’re American, the easiest way to understand Gluecifer is to imagine what it would feel like if a band like the Ramones, or maybe the MC5, disappeared for two decades and then returned without any interest in explaining themselves. No oral history, no apology...

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Catch up now: 6 new songs/videos recently released – 12/22/2025
Catch up now: 6 new songs/videos recently released – 12/22/2025

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

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Avenged Sevenfold’s Zacky Vengeance debuts solo single “Dark Horse”
Avenged Sevenfold’s Zacky Vengeance debuts solo single “Dark Horse”

Avenged Sevenfold guitarist Zacky Vengeance has dropped new music under his real name, Zachary Baker, with his first solo single, "Dark Horse." A full-length album is expected soon. The track marks a stylistic shift, trading Baker's metal roots for a more...

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New & Noteworthy: Releases is a Grave – 12/19/2025

New & Noteworthy: Releases is a Grave – 12/19/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week sees new muisc from the likes of Peter Criss, Dead Sun and Lychgate amongst the many outstanding works hitting shelves. Don’t...

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New & Noteworthy: Mirror Releases – 12/12/2025

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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