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Interview: Ryujin’s Ryoji Shinomoto on new album, band name change, collaboration w/ Matthew Kiichi Heafy

Interview: Ryujin’s Ryoji Shinomoto on new album, band name change, collaboration w/ Matthew Kiichi Heafy

by Zenae Zukowski | Jan 19, 2024 | Interviews

  The samurai metal outfit Ryujin took everyone by surprise towards the end of 2023 by not only changing their name (formerly known as Gyze) but also announcing their new self-titled album, released on January 12th via Napalm Records. While our thoughts on the...
Ryujin share “The Rainbow Song” video featuring Matthew Kiichi Heafy

Ryujin share “The Rainbow Song” video featuring Matthew Kiichi Heafy

by Zenae Zukowski | Nov 9, 2023 | New Music, News, Releases, Video

  Samurai metal outfit Ryujin are set to release their self-titled album on January 12, 2024, via Napalm Records. Initially formed in 2011 as Gyze, the band blends heavy metal and intricate guitar work, incorporating both Japanese and English lyrics. The album,...
Ryujin share “The Rainbow Song” video featuring Matthew Kiichi Heafy

RYUJIN (formerly known as Gyze) share “Raijin & Fujin” video featuring Trivium’s Matthew Kiichi Heafy

by Zenae Zukowski | Sep 18, 2023 | New Music, News, Releases, Video

  Formerly known as Gyze, the samurai metal band RYUJIN are moving forward with a name change, sharing it worldwide on their upcoming self-titled debut album, RYUJIN, out January 12, 2024, via Napalm Records. This transformation promises to bring a fresh fusion...
Matthew Kiichi Heafy’s Ibaraki unveils “Jigoku Dayū” video

Matthew Kiichi Heafy’s Ibaraki unveils “Jigoku Dayū” video

by Zenae Zukowski | Sep 14, 2023 | News, Video

  Matthew Kiichi Heafy, known for his role in Trivium, has unveiled a Black Card Films-directed video for “Jigoku Dayū” from his Ibaraki project. The track is taken from the album Rashōmon, which was released in 2022 via Nuclear Blast.   Heafy...

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Track Premiere: Drifter – “The Flood”
Track Premiere: Drifter – “The Flood”

Lawrence, KS post-metal trio Drifter have teamed up with Metal Insider to premiere their new single, “The Flood.” The track is taken from their upcoming album, Grigori, out this Friday (23). Known for their dark experimental blend, the new song highlights their...

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Warmen announce new album Band of Brothers, arriving in August
Warmen announce new album Band of Brothers, arriving in August

Finnish melodic death metal outfit Warmen will release their new album Band of Brothers on August 15 via Reaper Entertainment. Following 2023’s Here For None, the upcoming record is described as the band’s heaviest work yet. Led by Janne “Warman” Wirman and featuring...

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John 5 & Richie Kotzen announce Fall 2025 U.S. tour; new John 5 album arrives in October
John 5 & Richie Kotzen announce Fall 2025 U.S. tour; new John 5 album arrives in October

Guitar virtuosos John 5 and Richie Kotzen are teaming up for a co-headlining U.S. tour. The trek kicks off October 16 and runs through November 29, marking the first time the two will tour together. Tickets are available at this location. In addition, John 5 has...

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New & Noteworthy: Will You Haunt Me, With Releases – 5/16/2025

New & Noteworthy: Will You Haunt Me, With Releases – 5/16/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Among the many outstanding works hitting shelves this week are new releases from the likes of Bury Tomorrow, Pelican and Steve Von Till,...

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New & Noteworthy: Even in Releases – 5/9/2025

New & Noteworthy: Even in Releases – 5/9/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week includes new albums from the likes of Sleep Token, Behemoth, Ghost Bath, Peter Murphy and Tetrarch among the many outstanding...

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New & Noteworthy: Children of releases 5/2/2025

New & Noteworthy: Children of releases 5/2/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This first week of May sees new works from the likes of Propagandhi, PUP, Nightfall and Puddle Of Mudd among the many outstanding works...

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