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Former For Today guitarist thinks singer is in a cult

by Seth Werkheiser | Mar 30, 2015 | News

Mike Reynolds, former co-founding guitarist of Christian metalcore band For Today, got into some hot water back in 2013 for Tweeting, “No such thing as a gay Christian,” among other remarks. He quit a few days later to, “begin working toward...

For Today Frontman: “I really do love gay people”

by Matt Brown | Feb 14, 2014 | Controversy

Over the past year, Christian metalcore band For Today has been more known for the homophobic rants from former guitarist Mike Reynolds than their music. As such, it’s not surprising that in the first big interview with singer Mattie Montgomery since Fight the...

Mike Reynolds Quits For Today; Singer Comments On Controversial Tweets

by Zach Shaw | Jan 12, 2013 | Metalcore Musical Chairs, Updates

[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNHvQw5gnkw[/youtube] For Today has received a lot of flack for Mike Reynolds’ tweets declaring that “homosexuality is a sin.” So it’s not too surprising that just a few days after posting the tweets, the guitarist has quit the...

For Today Respond To Guitarist’s Controversial Tweets

by Zach Shaw | Jan 11, 2013 | Controversy, Updates

Recently, For Today guitarist Mike Reynolds found himself at the source of controversy with tweets declaring that “homosexuality is a sin.” And it didn’t take long for the Christian metalcore group to release a statement subtly trying to put out the fire...

For Today Won’t Be Winning Any GLAAD Awards Anytime Soon

by Bram Teitelman | Jan 10, 2013 | Controversy, News

Last year, Christian metalcore band For Today put out a really solid album, Immortal, their first for Razor & Tie. And unlike some Christian bands, the Sioux City band really backs up their beliefs. In fact, their guitarist Mike Reynolds backs them up so much that...

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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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