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RIOT FEST 2023 BRIDGES PUNK, HARDCORE, INDIE AND MORE FOR ONE OF THE YEAR’S BEST FESTIVAL EXPERIE...
See the gallery of images spanning three days of epic performances from AFI, Turnstile, Code Orange, The Used, Pennywise, Mr. Bungle, Drain, The Interrupters, Death Grips and so many more.
RIOT FEST 2023 BRIDGES PUNK, HARDCORE, INDIE AND MORE FOR ONE OF THE YEAR’S BEST FESTIVAL EXPERIE...
See the gallery of images spanning three days of epic performances from AFI, Turnstile, Code Orange, The Used, Pennywise, Mr. Bungle, Drain, The Interrupters, Death Grips and so many more.
WEEKEND NACHOS OFFSHOOT, STOMACH, PREVIEW PUMMELING FULL LENGTH DEBUT WITH “MIDNIGHT IN PAIN”
The duo consisting of members of Weekend Nachos, Sick/Tired and Sea Of Shit combine sludge, noise and powerviolence on their assaultive LP, ‘Parasite’.
WEEKEND NACHOS OFFSHOOT, STOMACH, PREVIEW PUMMELING FULL LENGTH DEBUT WITH “MIDNIGHT IN PAIN”
The duo consisting of members of Weekend Nachos, Sick/Tired and Sea Of Shit combine sludge, noise and powerviolence on their assaultive LP, ‘Parasite’.
GINA GLEASON’S PLACE IN BARONESS IS CARVED IN ‘STONE’
Baroness guitarist and backing vocalist Gina Gleason is still technically the newest member in the band, but it’s hard to think of her as such nowadays.
GINA GLEASON’S PLACE IN BARONESS IS CARVED IN ‘STONE’
Baroness guitarist and backing vocalist Gina Gleason is still technically the newest member in the band, but it’s hard to think of her as such nowadays.
TESSERACT TRAVERSE UNCHARTED CREATIVE TERRAIN WITH A TRACK-BY-TRACK BREAKDOWN OF ‘WAR OF BEING’
The band’s Amos Williams details the immersive universe of band’s fifth album and reiterates why TesseracT are innovators in their space.
TESSERACT TRAVERSE UNCHARTED CREATIVE TERRAIN WITH A TRACK-BY-TRACK BREAKDOWN OF ‘WAR OF BEING’
The band’s Amos Williams details the immersive universe of band’s fifth album and reiterates why TesseracT are innovators in their space.
THE PURSUIT OF AUTHENTICITY: NORTHLANE REENLIST PRODUCER WILL PUTNEY FOR THEIR NEXT ERA
The renowned producer details his excitement to revisit their shared creative history and explore what’s next from the Aussie collective. Currently trekking through North America as part of the Australian...
THE PURSUIT OF AUTHENTICITY: NORTHLANE REENLIST PRODUCER WILL PUTNEY FOR THEIR NEXT ERA
The renowned producer details his excitement to revisit their shared creative history and explore what’s next from the Aussie collective. Currently trekking through North America as part of the Australian takeover of the Monsters of OZ Tour along with Parkway Drive, The Amity Affliction and Make Them Suffer, veteran unit Northlane have revealed some important news. Though having released their sixth and arguably most complete work to date in Obsidian just last spring, the band shared they have been in the studio and have again sought the expertise of longtime friend and collaborator. Among heavy music’s most in-demand producers, Will Putney has...
BURIAL TRADITIONS, CULTS AND LOCAL LEGENDS: KVELERTAK’S ‘ENDLING’ BRINGS NORWEGIAN FOLKLORE BACK ...
Three years after their most successful album to date, Kvelertak return to regale the world with Norwegian tales of death, history and local folklore.
BURIAL TRADITIONS, CULTS AND LOCAL LEGENDS: KVELERTAK’S ‘ENDLING’ BRINGS NORWEGIAN FOLKLORE BACK ...
Three years after their most successful album to date, Kvelertak return to regale the world with Norwegian tales of death, history and local folklore.
VETERAN COLLECTIVE FAKE FIGURES CONFIRMS ‘FROM WITHIN’ EP; DEBUTS CHARGING FIRST CUT “MIASMATIC
Featuring members of Atreyu, Scars of Tomorrow and Nation’s Afire, the band fuses their hardcore DNA with anthemic rock on their first release in four years.
VETERAN COLLECTIVE FAKE FIGURES CONFIRMS ‘FROM WITHIN’ EP; DEBUTS CHARGING FIRST CUT “MIASMATIC
Featuring members of Atreyu, Scars of Tomorrow and Nation’s Afire, the band fuses their hardcore DNA with anthemic rock on their first release in four years.
SILENT SKIES DROP NEW ALBUM, DORMANT, AND PICK THEIR FAVORITE NON-METAL COVERS OF METAL SONGS
The duo, made up of Evergrey frontman Tom S. Englund along with pianist and composer Vikram Shankar, today release their stunning third album via Napalm Records.
SILENT SKIES DROP NEW ALBUM, DORMANT, AND PICK THEIR FAVORITE NON-METAL COVERS OF METAL SONGS
The duo, made up of Evergrey frontman Tom S. Englund along with pianist and composer Vikram Shankar, today release their stunning third album via Napalm Records.
NOT GIVING UP THE GHOST: SPIRIT ADRIFT RETURN WITH A VENGEANCE AGAINST DEATH
Band leader Nate Garrett talks anger, heavy metal as a lifeline and recording one of the year’s best records with his new bandmates.
NOT GIVING UP THE GHOST: SPIRIT ADRIFT RETURN WITH A VENGEANCE AGAINST DEATH
Band leader Nate Garrett talks anger, heavy metal as a lifeline and recording one of the year’s best records with his new bandmates.
JIM ROOT REVISITS THE ERA OF ‘ALL HOPE IS GONE’ AND SLIPKNOT’S HISTORIC SET AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN
The veteran guitarist details the adrenaline in playing such an iconic venue, the career milestone that is MSG and the common goal that has always fueled Slipknot.
JIM ROOT REVISITS THE ERA OF ‘ALL HOPE IS GONE’ AND SLIPKNOT’S HISTORIC SET AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN
The veteran guitarist details the adrenaline in playing such an iconic venue, the career milestone that is MSG and the common goal that has always fueled Slipknot.
SQUARED CIRCLE PIT – RECAPPING WWE SUMMERSLAM 2023 + NJPW G1 CLIMAX 33
Host Rob Pasbani is joined by online wrestling personality Scotland Green a.k.a. Mister Green Mist to discuss the biggest events of the summer in WWE and New Japan Pro Wrestling.
SQUARED CIRCLE PIT – RECAPPING WWE SUMMERSLAM 2023 + NJPW G1 CLIMAX 33
Host Rob Pasbani is joined by online wrestling personality Scotland Green a.k.a. Mister Green Mist to discuss the biggest events of the summer in WWE and New Japan Pro Wrestling.
‘TALK TO ME’ MAKES POSSESSION MOVIES FEEL NEW AGAIN
YouTube stars RackaRacka deliver a fresh and thrilling horror film debut backed with great performances Initially, the thought of any kind of YouTube stars going from viral video fame to...
‘TALK TO ME’ MAKES POSSESSION MOVIES FEEL NEW AGAIN
YouTube stars RackaRacka deliver a fresh and thrilling horror film debut backed with great performances Initially, the thought of any kind of YouTube stars going from viral video fame to full-on filmmaking careers felt like a guaranteed nightmare. That’s not to say that there isn’t plenty of young, genuine talent and quality art to be found across the platform – there is – but when you consider the kind of online sensations that usually end up receiving lucrative deals from the Hollywood machine, talent and quality aren’t exactly the first things that come to mind. Thankfully, the new generation of...
Heavy Music Awards Interviews
Halestorm, Skindred, Creeper, Scene Queen, As December Falls, Kid Bookie, As Everything Unfolds, VUKOVI and more. Hosted by Nels Hylton and Alyx Holcombe
Heavy Music Awards Interviews
Halestorm, Skindred, Creeper, Scene Queen, As December Falls, Kid Bookie, As Everything Unfolds, VUKOVI and more. Hosted by Nels Hylton and Alyx Holcombe
SPIRITBOX: Pre-Show Rituals
Monica Strut chats to Spiritbox guitarist Mike Stringer at Knotfest Australia about the band's pre-show rituals.
SPIRITBOX: Pre-Show Rituals
Monica Strut chats to Spiritbox guitarist Mike Stringer at Knotfest Australia about the band's pre-show rituals.
SPIRITBOX: The Importance of a Catchy Riff
Monica Strut chats to Spiritbox guitarist Mike Stringer at Knotfest Australia about the importance of writing catchy riffs.
SPIRITBOX: The Importance of a Catchy Riff
Monica Strut chats to Spiritbox guitarist Mike Stringer at Knotfest Australia about the importance of writing catchy riffs.
Mandatory Jams: New Heat For the Week of 6/9
Get a quick rundown of the latest tracks from artists that should be on your radar.
Mandatory Jams: New Heat For the Week of 6/9
Get a quick rundown of the latest tracks from artists that should be on your radar.
Gone to the Wolves' frames the horror, hope and heft of adolescence in a metal-influenced coming...
Author John Wray's latest novel leverages his love of heavy music to craft a story of self-discovery and enduring friendship with heavy music as the common thread.
Gone to the Wolves' frames the horror, hope and heft of adolescence in a metal-influenced coming...
Author John Wray's latest novel leverages his love of heavy music to craft a story of self-discovery and enduring friendship with heavy music as the common thread.
Knotfest teams with Slam Dunk to showcase heavy revelry
The historic 2023 edition of the festival included a Knotfest stage that presented a slate of live sets that were as memorable as they were heavy.
Knotfest teams with Slam Dunk to showcase heavy revelry
The historic 2023 edition of the festival included a Knotfest stage that presented a slate of live sets that were as memorable as they were heavy.
A New Generation Rises Up at the Heavy Music Awards 2023
Feature writer Dan Franklin tallies the important takeaways as heavy culture's greater collective took center stage at Wembley Arena.
A New Generation Rises Up at the Heavy Music Awards 2023
Feature writer Dan Franklin tallies the important takeaways as heavy culture's greater collective took center stage at Wembley Arena.
Avenged Sevenfold and artist Wes Lang team with Beyond the Streets for 'Life Is But A Dream...' t...
See the collection of visual work that helped shaped the band's first album since 2016.
Avenged Sevenfold and artist Wes Lang team with Beyond the Streets for 'Life Is But A Dream...' t...
See the collection of visual work that helped shaped the band's first album since 2016.
Void Of Vision on Approaching Vocals On Tour
Jack Bergin of Void of Visions chats at Knotfest Australia about his vocal approach on tour and how to stay fit to be a performer.
Void Of Vision on Approaching Vocals On Tour
Jack Bergin of Void of Visions chats at Knotfest Australia about his vocal approach on tour and how to stay fit to be a performer.
Void Of Vision on Experiencing The Paranormal
Jack Bergin of Void of Visions chats at Knotfest Australia about the paranormal activity he and the band have witnessed over time on tour.
Void Of Vision on Experiencing The Paranormal
Jack Bergin of Void of Visions chats at Knotfest Australia about the paranormal activity he and the band have witnessed over time on tour.
Set It Off: The Artists Set to Score Big at Slam Dunk
The inaugural Knotfest stage showcases the heavier spectrum of Slam Dunk with performances from Malevolence, Static Dress, Heriot, We Came As Romans and more.
Set It Off: The Artists Set to Score Big at Slam Dunk
The inaugural Knotfest stage showcases the heavier spectrum of Slam Dunk with performances from Malevolence, Static Dress, Heriot, We Came As Romans and more.
The Used celebrate the arrival of 'Toxic Positivity' with rare, electrifying club set
The band showcased new music and fan favorites over the weekend with a takeover of the Troubadour in Los Angeles.
The Used celebrate the arrival of 'Toxic Positivity' with rare, electrifying club set
The band showcased new music and fan favorites over the weekend with a takeover of the Troubadour in Los Angeles.
Bandcamp Roulette: Crossover Fury From Nastika
On the Origin of Man' weaves hardcore punk and thrash with effectiveness.
Bandcamp Roulette: Crossover Fury From Nastika
On the Origin of Man' weaves hardcore punk and thrash with effectiveness.
Fever 333 roars back reenergized with purpose, power and perseverance
To debut the new line-up, the band hosted a house party set to showcase their South L.A. roots.
Fever 333 roars back reenergized with purpose, power and perseverance
To debut the new line-up, the band hosted a house party set to showcase their South L.A. roots.
Hardcore phenoms SPEED unveil poignant documentary capturing the band's first tour of Southeast Asia
Watch as the band lead their gospel of hardcore in Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia.
Hardcore phenoms SPEED unveil poignant documentary capturing the band's first tour of Southeast Asia
Watch as the band lead their gospel of hardcore in Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia.
The Mega Monsters Tour is a celebration of both metal’s present, and it’s future
The trifecta of Mastodon, Gojira and Lorna Shore emphasized the current health of heavy music and a promising forecast for an enduring future.
The Mega Monsters Tour is a celebration of both metal’s present, and it’s future
The trifecta of Mastodon, Gojira and Lorna Shore emphasized the current health of heavy music and a promising forecast for an enduring future.
New Flesh: Releases From Vintersea, Drain, Unearth & More!
Hardcore, death metal, experimental and more make up this week's fresh cuts.
New Flesh: Releases From Vintersea, Drain, Unearth & More!
Hardcore, death metal, experimental and more make up this week's fresh cuts.
Photographer Justin Nuoffer recounts the heroism of fans that jumped into action during the struc...
The Knotfest contributor was among the concertgoers helping to remove debris and account for people injured during the tragedy.
Photographer Justin Nuoffer recounts the heroism of fans that jumped into action during the struc...
The Knotfest contributor was among the concertgoers helping to remove debris and account for people injured during the tragedy.
Photographer Nat Wood frames the magnitude of hardcore
The veteran photographer revisits the last decade-plus chronicling Outbreak Festival and explains how her work is a way of giving back to a community that offers continued inspiration.
Photographer Nat Wood frames the magnitude of hardcore
The veteran photographer revisits the last decade-plus chronicling Outbreak Festival and explains how her work is a way of giving back to a community that offers continued inspiration.
Mandatory Jams: Five songs of the week - 3/31
Ranging from black metal to thrash, this week's roundup goes hard.
Mandatory Jams: Five songs of the week - 3/31
Ranging from black metal to thrash, this week's roundup goes hard.
Napalm Death and Friends Wage a Campaign for Musical Destruction
The 2023 edition of the grindcore legends' iconic touring bill brings Dropdead, Siberian Meat Grinder and Escuela Grind.
Napalm Death and Friends Wage a Campaign for Musical Destruction
The 2023 edition of the grindcore legends' iconic touring bill brings Dropdead, Siberian Meat Grinder and Escuela Grind.
Metallica revisits 'Obey Your Master' art show with works from Shawn Crahan, Shepard Fairey, Gera...
The latest addition to the band's Black Box digital archive features works from the 2012 exhibit that saw a massive roster of artists from all walks.
Metallica revisits 'Obey Your Master' art show with works from Shawn Crahan, Shepard Fairey, Gera...
The latest addition to the band's Black Box digital archive features works from the 2012 exhibit that saw a massive roster of artists from all walks.
On Wednesdays We Wear Black joins the Knotfest podcast network
As an important voice within alternative culture, hosts Sophie K and Yasmine Summan of the award-winning podcast On Wednesdays We Wear Black have cultivated and nurtured a dedicated following with...
On Wednesdays We Wear Black joins the Knotfest podcast network
As an important voice within alternative culture, hosts Sophie K and Yasmine Summan of the award-winning podcast On Wednesdays We Wear Black have cultivated and nurtured a dedicated following with their unique brand of candor. The conversational series finds an intersection of sex, racism, music and subculture in a way that confronts heady talking points with a sense of honesty and humor. Earning a 2022 Heavy Music Award in the Best Podcast category, the potency of the duo is evident given their devout fanbase and their ever-increasing reach with listeners from all walks. Championing women and the non-binary community without...
Music and Protest Combine on Show Me the Body's World War Tour
The hardcore tour of the year has the New York firestarters sharing the stage with Jesus Piece, Scowl, Zulu, and TRiPPJONES across North America.
Music and Protest Combine on Show Me the Body's World War Tour
The hardcore tour of the year has the New York firestarters sharing the stage with Jesus Piece, Scowl, Zulu, and TRiPPJONES across North America.
We Came as Romans Reach for Catharsis on the Darkbloom Tour
The band and their fans have embarked on an emotional journey celebrating their first new album in five years
We Came as Romans Reach for Catharsis on the Darkbloom Tour
The band and their fans have embarked on an emotional journey celebrating their first new album in five years
Heavy Forecast: The Most Anticipated Albums of 2023
See the comprehensive list of pending releases due from long-tenured veterans and heavy music's emerging new school.
Heavy Forecast: The Most Anticipated Albums of 2023
See the comprehensive list of pending releases due from long-tenured veterans and heavy music's emerging new school.
Win Tickets to see Fit For An Autopsy and The Acacia Strain along with special guests Full of Hel...
Knotfest.com is hooking up one lucky winner with a chance to see one of the most extreme tours of the year.
Win Tickets to see Fit For An Autopsy and The Acacia Strain along with special guests Full of Hel...
Knotfest.com is hooking up one lucky winner with a chance to see one of the most extreme tours of the year.
Win Tickets to the Darkbloom USA Tour with We Came As Romans, ERRA and Brand of Sacrifice
Knotfest is hooking up one lucky winner with tickets to experience 'Darkbloom' in the flesh.
Win Tickets to the Darkbloom USA Tour with We Came As Romans, ERRA and Brand of Sacrifice
Knotfest is hooking up one lucky winner with tickets to experience 'Darkbloom' in the flesh.
Famous Monsters Film Fest: The Preview
Get a rundown of the 13 classics curated by Corey Taylor and Eben McGarr featured for this weekend's celebration of timeless horror.
Famous Monsters Film Fest: The Preview
Get a rundown of the 13 classics curated by Corey Taylor and Eben McGarr featured for this weekend's celebration of timeless horror.
Famous Monsters FilmFest: Corey Taylor holds court in Hollywood for a celebration of classic horror
See images from this weekend's screening curated by Taylor and his Famous Monsters co-conspirator, Eben McGarr.
Famous Monsters FilmFest: Corey Taylor holds court in Hollywood for a celebration of classic horror
See images from this weekend's screening curated by Taylor and his Famous Monsters co-conspirator, Eben McGarr.
Jay Weinberg pays a visit to The House of Masks
The Slipknot drummer sits with curator/operator AJ Good to detail the evolution of his stage-worn masks.
Jay Weinberg pays a visit to The House of Masks
The Slipknot drummer sits with curator/operator AJ Good to detail the evolution of his stage-worn masks.
Editorial Picks: The Best of December 2022
From Icelandic black metal, Slovakian art, films fromNoah Baumbach, and Guillermo Del Toro plus Viking metal headlining an iconic LA venue, here is what you might have missed in December,...
Editorial Picks: The Best of December 2022
From Icelandic black metal, Slovakian art, films fromNoah Baumbach, and Guillermo Del Toro plus Viking metal headlining an iconic LA venue, here is what you might have missed in December, but shouldn’t have.
Twin Temple host a sinister sacrament in San Francisco to ring in 2023
See the complete photo gallery from the band's two-night engagement at The Great American Music Hall.
Twin Temple host a sinister sacrament in San Francisco to ring in 2023
See the complete photo gallery from the band's two-night engagement at The Great American Music Hall.
Festival Forecast: The Can't-Miss Heavy Music Events Set for 2023
Check the international menu of festival destinations that are among the most-anticipated and well-rounded of the year.
Festival Forecast: The Can't-Miss Heavy Music Events Set for 2023
Check the international menu of festival destinations that are among the most-anticipated and well-rounded of the year.
For The Children galvanizes the hardcore community in the name of heavy music and holiday spirit
See images from the three -day holiday tradition that pools hardcore's best for a charitable cause.
For The Children galvanizes the hardcore community in the name of heavy music and holiday spirit
See images from the three -day holiday tradition that pools hardcore's best for a charitable cause.
Judas Priest tower as heavy metal titans at Knotfest Chile
See images from the band's commanding set at Estadio Monumental in Santiago, supporting Slipknot.
Judas Priest tower as heavy metal titans at Knotfest Chile
See images from the band's commanding set at Estadio Monumental in Santiago, supporting Slipknot.
Gibson TV continues their ICONS series with Rex Brown of Pantera
The long form feature takes a deep dive into the musical pedigree of the veteran songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and heavy music game changer.
Gibson TV continues their ICONS series with Rex Brown of Pantera
The long form feature takes a deep dive into the musical pedigree of the veteran songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and heavy music game changer.
YEAR IN REVIEW: The Best Albums of 2022
Check the well-rounded list that includes everything from black metal, hardcore, hip hop, darkwave and more.
YEAR IN REVIEW: The Best Albums of 2022
Check the well-rounded list that includes everything from black metal, hardcore, hip hop, darkwave and more.
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