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Watch Ghost debut new song “Kaisarion” live; Fredrik Åkesson (Opeth) to be featured on band’s new album ‘Impera’

Watch Ghost debut new song “Kaisarion” live; Fredrik Åkesson (Opeth) to be featured on band’s new album ‘Impera’

by Mark Zapata | Jan 26, 2022 | New Music, News, Releases, Video

  Ghost’s driving force and creator, Tobias Forge, has enlisted the aid of Opeth guitarist Fredrik Åkesson for the recording of the band’s forthcoming album Impera coming March 11th. Tobias Forge had this to say: “…I’m a little bit of a jack of all...
Lars Ulrich, Mikael Åkerfeldt , and more pay tribute to Budgie’s Burke Shelley

Lars Ulrich, Mikael Åkerfeldt , and more pay tribute to Budgie’s Burke Shelley

by Zenae Zukowski | Jan 11, 2022 | News, Sad News

Vocalist/bassist Burke Shelley of the legendary Budgie has passed away. He was 71-years-old. The news was confirmed yesterday evening (10th) by his daughter, Ela, who issued the following Facebook statement: “It is with great sadness that I announce the death of my...
Photos/Review: Mastodon & Opeth make triumphant return w/ Zeal & Ardor at Hammerstein Ballroom 11/20/2021

Photos/Review: Mastodon & Opeth make triumphant return w/ Zeal & Ardor at Hammerstein Ballroom 11/20/2021

by Zenae Zukowski | Nov 23, 2021 | Photos, Reviews

  You never know how much you’ve missed something until it suddenly vanishes. After nearly two years, we’ve finally seen tours announced, shows happening, normality somewhat return. However, when it’s your turn to attend a show after spending...
Opeth part ways with drummer Martin Axenrot, enlist Therion’s Sami Karppinen for immediate touring

Opeth part ways with drummer Martin Axenrot, enlist Therion’s Sami Karppinen for immediate touring

by Mark Zapata | Nov 17, 2021 | News, Touring

  Opeth and their longtime drummer Martin “Axe” Axenrot have parted ways due to a “conflict of interests.”Axenrot has been a part of the band since 2005. Opeth has tapped Therion drummer, Sami Karppinen for all current touring needs. A...
Personal Retrospective: Albums that turn 10 in 2021

Personal Retrospective: Albums that turn 10 in 2021

by Siegfried Samer | Oct 15, 2021 | Lists, Top 10

    While we are still a few months away from the end of 2021, this time of the year is usually for retrospectives. However, instead of (already) looking at the best that this year had to offer in terms of metal music, I will be going a bit further back....
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Kreator unleash Hellraiser-inspired video “Satanic Anarchy”
Kreator unleash Hellraiser-inspired video “Satanic Anarchy”

Kreator have unleashed a video for their crushing new single, “Satanic Anarchy.” The track is taken from their upcoming sixteenth album, Krushers of the World, scheduled to arrive on January 16 via Nuclear Blast Records. Following their Dario Argento's...

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Poppy unveils new single “Guardian”
Poppy unveils new single “Guardian”

Poppy has unveiled a visualizer for her latest single, "Guardian." The track is taken from her upcoming seventh album, Empty Hands, due January 23 via Sumerian Records. "Guardian" follows a standout year for Poppy. Her 2025 collaboration with Knocked Loose,...

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Slagmaur Unleashes a Sublime New Video & Finally Announces a Release Date for ‘Hulders Ritual’
Slagmaur Unleashes a Sublime New Video & Finally Announces a Release Date for ‘Hulders Ritual’

The brilliant Slagmaur has unleashed a magnificent new video for their latest single, “Huldergeist” — the third song on the upcoming masterpiece, Hulders Ritual. Fans have impatiently awaited the follow-up to Thill Smitts Terror (2017) for years, and, fortunately, it...

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New & Noteworthy: Generation of the Releases 9/5/2025

New & Noteworthy: Generation of the Releases 9/5/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. To start September, we will see new music from the likes of The London Suede, Glenn Hughes, Blessthefall and Primal Fear, as well as the...

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New & Noteworthy: Releases and Monsters – 8/29/2025

New & Noteworthy: Releases and Monsters – 8/29/2025

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 music from the likes of The Hives, Lathe Of Heaven, Pinkshift, Vicious Rumors and Helloween among the many...

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New & Noteworthy: Private Releases – 8/22/2025

New & Noteworthy: Private Releases – 8/22/2025

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 music from the likes of Deftones, Three Days Grace, Burning Witches, Blackbriar and Arcadia among the many...

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