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The music industry react to Eddie Van Halen’s passing

The music industry react to Eddie Van Halen’s passing

by Zenae Zukowski | Oct 6, 2020 | News, Tributes

  Today (6th), we lost a legend, Eddie Van Halen. The icon has left an unforgettable landmark in rock and metal music as the tributes continue to pour on social media. Eddie had a long battle with throat cancer that led to his death at St. John’s Hospital in...
Original Van Halen bassist Mark Stone has passed away

Original Van Halen bassist Mark Stone has passed away

by Zenae Zukowski | Sep 28, 2020 | News, Sad News

  Original Van Halen bassist Mark Stone has passed away after a battle with cancer. Stone’s death was confirmed by his brother, Brad, via Instagram, stating:   “My beloved brother Mark passed this morning. #markstone #vanhalen #fanhalen”      ...
60 bands disbanded in the 21st Century so far (2000-2020)

60 bands disbanded in the 21st Century so far (2000-2020)

by Zenae Zukowski | Jan 10, 2020 | Break (Up) Stuff, Lists, Splits

As we saw with bands such as Mötley Crüe, Rage Against the Machine, Vio-lence, Mr.Bungle, Possessed, Exhorder, and many more that have disbanded/went on a hiatus and returned, there’s always a chance for a group to reform. They can also reappear for a quick reunion...
David Lee Roth to Join Kiss on Final North American Legs of Farewell Tour

David Lee Roth to Join Kiss on Final North American Legs of Farewell Tour

by Elise Yablon | Dec 18, 2019 | News, Touring

Van Halen frontman David Lee Roth has been announced as a “special guest” for the final North American leg of Kiss’ End Of The Road farewell tour. This will be Roth’s first solo tour in 13 years. “David Lee Roth will bring his exciting stage show featuring a twin...
Tool fan asks Eddie Van Halen to take a picture having no clue who he is

Tool fan asks Eddie Van Halen to take a picture having no clue who he is

by Zenae Zukowski | Oct 23, 2019 | News

Tool kicked off their extensive North American tour in support of their first album in thirteen years, Fear Inoculum. And when Tool goes on tour, just about anyone does whatever they can to see these giants perform. With that being said, Eddie Van Halen went to the...
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Interview: Tomas Olsson on Bloodbound’s 20-year legacy and new album ‘Field of Swords’
Interview: Tomas Olsson on Bloodbound’s 20-year legacy and new album ‘Field of Swords’

Two decades in, Swedish power metal veterans Bloodbound are ready for their next chapter with album number eleven. Field Of Swords, out today (21st) via Napalm Records, marks the group's first record with the label. Metal Insider caught up with guitarist Tomas Olsson...

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Interview: The Devil Wears Prada’s Mike Hranica talks new album ‘Flowers’
Interview: The Devil Wears Prada’s Mike Hranica talks new album ‘Flowers’

  The Devil Wears Prada have never taken the easy route. Two decades into their career, the band continues to evolve while refusing to gloss over the harder parts of life. Their ninth studio album, Flowers (out November 14, 2025, via Solid State Records; read our...

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Megadeth unleash “I Don’t Care” video
Megadeth unleash “I Don’t Care” video

Megadeth have dropped a Keith J Leman-directed video for their latest single, "I Don't Care." The track is taken from their upcoming, and final, self-titled studio album, scheduled to arrive on January 23, 2026. Dave Mustaine comments about the single: "How many times...

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New & Noteworthy: AMEN Releases – 9/19/2025

New & Noteworthy: AMEN Releases – 9/19/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week will see the likes of Motion City Soundtrack, 38 Special, Bad Cop Bad Cop, I Prevail, Igorrr and Stoned Jesus among the many...

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New & Noteworthy: The Blue Releases – 9/12/2025

New & Noteworthy: The Blue Releases – 9/12/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week will see the likes of Dance Gavin Dance, Silverstein, Between The Buried And Me, Chameleons, Der Weg Einer Freiheit,...

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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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