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Suffocation Celebratses the Evolution of Extreme Music on 'Hymns of the Apocrypha'
Terrence Hobbs explains the brotherhood of the Long Island OGs and how Suffocation's style of pummel embraced other genres of extremity during a time when heavy music was more divided.
Suffocation Celebratses the Evolution of Extreme Music on 'Hymns of the Apocrypha'
Terrence Hobbs explains the brotherhood of the Long Island OGs and how Suffocation's style of pummel embraced other genres of extremity during a time when heavy music was more divided.
Wargasm Navigate the Highs and Lows of Life On the Road
The Knotfest Original Series One Day... joins Sam Matlock and Milkie Way of Wargasm for an all access look at a day in the life while out on tour supporting...
Wargasm Navigate the Highs and Lows of Life On the Road
The Knotfest Original Series One Day... joins Sam Matlock and Milkie Way of Wargasm for an all access look at a day in the life while out on tour supporting Corey Taylor.
New Flesh 12/1: Releases from Full Of Hell/Nothing, Cryptosis & More!
Columnist Cori Westbrook compiles a weekly list of essential releases spanning the full spectrum of extreme music.
New Flesh 12/1: Releases from Full Of Hell/Nothing, Cryptosis & More!
Columnist Cori Westbrook compiles a weekly list of essential releases spanning the full spectrum of extreme music.
Mike's Dead Weaponizes Creative Freedom on 'Rebirth'
Delivering his latest EP via Hopeless Records, the emerging artist details his stylistic shift, how he constructs tracks as a producer and how his latest EP signals the start of...
Mike's Dead Weaponizes Creative Freedom on 'Rebirth'
Delivering his latest EP via Hopeless Records, the emerging artist details his stylistic shift, how he constructs tracks as a producer and how his latest EP signals the start of a new era.
Breaking Boundaries: The Authentic Journey of Siiickbrain from Agoraphobia to Artistry
Ahead of the release of her album, My Masochistic Mind, the multi-talent confides how tragedy compelled her to conquer her fears and explore music as a means of personal therapy.
Breaking Boundaries: The Authentic Journey of Siiickbrain from Agoraphobia to Artistry
Ahead of the release of her album, My Masochistic Mind, the multi-talent confides how tragedy compelled her to conquer her fears and explore music as a means of personal therapy.
Sleep Theory Are Taking the Successes of 2023 in Stride
Frontman Cullen Moore weighs the impact of the Paper Hearts EP and revisits the band's breakout year, while looking ahead to a massive 2024 that includes a lengthy North American trek supporting Beartooth.
Sleep Theory Are Taking the Successes of 2023 in Stride
Frontman Cullen Moore weighs the impact of the Paper Hearts EP and revisits the band's breakout year, while looking ahead to a massive 2024 that includes a lengthy North American trek supporting Beartooth.
The Knotfest Holiday Gift Guide of 2023
From limited edition guitars to limited edition bikes to limited edition box sets, beer, whiskey, coffee and beyond, check the comprehensive gift guide sourced with the metalhead in mind.
The Knotfest Holiday Gift Guide of 2023
From limited edition guitars to limited edition bikes to limited edition box sets, beer, whiskey, coffee and beyond, check the comprehensive gift guide sourced with the metalhead in mind.
Visual Kei, Lobster Metal and Chilean Thrash - METALLUM MILITIA Returns
Guest columnist Alexander Jones of Undeath explores extreme music's great unknown and braves the "Random" button of Encyclopaedia Metallum to uncover metal's next hidden gem.
Visual Kei, Lobster Metal and Chilean Thrash - METALLUM MILITIA Returns
Guest columnist Alexander Jones of Undeath explores extreme music's great unknown and braves the "Random" button of Encyclopaedia Metallum to uncover metal's next hidden gem.
To Hell and Back: Fuming Mouth's Mark Whelan Confronts Finality With 'Last Day of Sun'
The death metal prospect details how even during the darkest days of his bout with Leukemia, he was committed to releasing new music.
To Hell and Back: Fuming Mouth's Mark Whelan Confronts Finality With 'Last Day of Sun'
The death metal prospect details how even during the darkest days of his bout with Leukemia, he was committed to releasing new music.
Dylan Alvarez Details How Hollywood Undead Has Stayed Up On Game For Nearly Two Decades
The Knotfest original series 'One Day... In the Life' follows the veteran vocalist for a history lesson on the band that touched on the early days of MySpace, Undead's ability...
Dylan Alvarez Details How Hollywood Undead Has Stayed Up On Game For Nearly Two Decades
The Knotfest original series 'One Day... In the Life' follows the veteran vocalist for a history lesson on the band that touched on the early days of MySpace, Undead's ability to stylistically shapeshift and how LA offered a unique backdrop for the band's success story.
One Day... in the life of Hollywood Undead
Dylan Alvarez, aka Funny Man of Hollywood Undead, spent the day with Knotfest's Ramon Gonzales in the band's hometown of Los Angeles, walking through the spots that were prevalent in...
One Day... in the life of Hollywood Undead
Dylan Alvarez, aka Funny Man of Hollywood Undead, spent the day with Knotfest's Ramon Gonzales in the band's hometown of Los Angeles, walking through the spots that were prevalent in the band's beginnings, chatting through how the city shaped them, and reflecting on Hollywood Undead's career so far.
New Flesh 11/17: Releases From Racetraitor, Post Profit, Dogma & More!
From metallic hardcore to technically-executed death thrash, get the rundown of this week's prime cuts.
New Flesh 11/17: Releases From Racetraitor, Post Profit, Dogma & More!
From metallic hardcore to technically-executed death thrash, get the rundown of this week's prime cuts.
New Flesh 11/10: Releases From Helmet, HourHouse, Sodom & More!
A healthy mix of new and old school ranging from thrash and death to nu-metal ad heavy alternative - check this week's essential releases corralled by our own Cori Westbrook.
New Flesh 11/10: Releases From Helmet, HourHouse, Sodom & More!
A healthy mix of new and old school ranging from thrash and death to nu-metal ad heavy alternative - check this week's essential releases corralled by our own Cori Westbrook.
Black Smoke Trigger Brave Highest Tower in Southern Hemisphere for "The Way Down"
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the band pulled off performing on and leap from The Auckland Sky Tower - some 630 feet high in the sky.
Black Smoke Trigger Brave Highest Tower in Southern Hemisphere for "The Way Down"
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the band pulled off performing on and leap from The Auckland Sky Tower - some 630 feet high in the sky.
Sugar Horse Explore Minimalist Heft on 'Truth Or Consequences, New Mexico'
Ashley Tubb details how less is more on the latest EP that serves in stark stylistic contrast to their celebrated 2022 EP, 'Waterloo Teeth'
Sugar Horse Explore Minimalist Heft on 'Truth Or Consequences, New Mexico'
Ashley Tubb details how less is more on the latest EP that serves in stark stylistic contrast to their celebrated 2022 EP, 'Waterloo Teeth'
New Flesh 11/3: Releases From Dying Wish, Green Lung, Fuming Mouth & More!
Heavy music's emerging class comes with the good this week with a crop of new music that is among the best of the year.
New Flesh 11/3: Releases From Dying Wish, Green Lung, Fuming Mouth & More!
Heavy music's emerging class comes with the good this week with a crop of new music that is among the best of the year.
Gravitating Towards Chaos: END Pursues the Extreme on 'The Sin of Human Frailty'
Producer Will Putney explains how the passion project has evolved from a a creative outlet to a real pursuit to push the boundaries of heavy music.
Gravitating Towards Chaos: END Pursues the Extreme on 'The Sin of Human Frailty'
Producer Will Putney explains how the passion project has evolved from a a creative outlet to a real pursuit to push the boundaries of heavy music.
Drain, Twitching Tongues and More Play Rowdy Halloween Benefit show in Los Angeles
Hosted at The Midnight Hour, the event galvanized the hardcore community to help support establish a new home for vital recording hub, The Pit.
Drain, Twitching Tongues and More Play Rowdy Halloween Benefit show in Los Angeles
Hosted at The Midnight Hour, the event galvanized the hardcore community to help support establish a new home for vital recording hub, The Pit.
Melrose Takeover: See Photos From the Korn Exhibit at adidas West Hollywood
The band showed out on Melrose Ave, with an exclusive pop-up that featured gear, original artwork and other treasured memorabilia to celebrate the drop of Season 1 of the Korn...
Melrose Takeover: See Photos From the Korn Exhibit at adidas West Hollywood
The band showed out on Melrose Ave, with an exclusive pop-up that featured gear, original artwork and other treasured memorabilia to celebrate the drop of Season 1 of the Korn x adidas collection.
Static-X and Sevendust Dominate Stages Across the U.S. on the 'Machine Killer Tour'
With support from Dope and Lines of Loyalty, metal crowds are turning out and turning up for this historic run
Static-X and Sevendust Dominate Stages Across the U.S. on the 'Machine Killer Tour'
With support from Dope and Lines of Loyalty, metal crowds are turning out and turning up for this historic run
A Conversation With Shane Embury On 'Life...? And Napalm Death'
The extreme music stalwart turned published author details his longevity in extreme music, what it's like having Boy George as a fan and how his existence is forever linked to...
A Conversation With Shane Embury On 'Life...? And Napalm Death'
The extreme music stalwart turned published author details his longevity in extreme music, what it's like having Boy George as a fan and how his existence is forever linked to Napalm Death.
The Callous Daoboys Stand On the Brink of Destiny and Divinity
Atlanta's heavy music weirdoes refine their randomness to craft the most complete version of themselves thus far on their latest EP, 'God Smiles Upon The Callous Daoboys'.
The Callous Daoboys Stand On the Brink of Destiny and Divinity
Atlanta's heavy music weirdoes refine their randomness to craft the most complete version of themselves thus far on their latest EP, 'God Smiles Upon The Callous Daoboys'.
Unmasking Godmode: A Deep Dive with In This Moment's Maria Brink and Chris Howorth
The veteran musicians reflect on their two decade tenure, their strong connection with their fans and how their latest album has reaffirmed the band's continued love for the craft.
Unmasking Godmode: A Deep Dive with In This Moment's Maria Brink and Chris Howorth
The veteran musicians reflect on their two decade tenure, their strong connection with their fans and how their latest album has reaffirmed the band's continued love for the craft.
The Metalcore Dropouts Tour Delivers Inexhaustibe Mayhem
A recent sold out night in North Carolina showed just how wild the tour - featuring The Devil Wears Prada, Fit for a King, Counterparts, and LANDMVRKS - has been...
The Metalcore Dropouts Tour Delivers Inexhaustibe Mayhem
A recent sold out night in North Carolina showed just how wild the tour - featuring The Devil Wears Prada, Fit for a King, Counterparts, and LANDMVRKS - has been every single show.
Staff Picks: Horror Classics for Halloween Season
From cult flicks to horror classics the Knotfest editorial team narrowed down their list of essential viewing for Spooky season.
Staff Picks: Horror Classics for Halloween Season
From cult flicks to horror classics the Knotfest editorial team narrowed down their list of essential viewing for Spooky season.
Filth Is Eternal Detail the Urgency and Fury of their latest full length, 'Find Out'
Vocalist Lis Di Angelo and guitarist Brian McClelland roadmap the volatility at the core the band's latest 15-track assault.
Filth Is Eternal Detail the Urgency and Fury of their latest full length, 'Find Out'
Vocalist Lis Di Angelo and guitarist Brian McClelland roadmap the volatility at the core the band's latest 15-track assault.
31 Days Of Horror 2023
Evil dies tonight, but spooky season never dies! It’s time for another 31 Days Of Horror, where you can watch a horror movie every day of the month to get...
31 Days Of Horror 2023
Evil dies tonight, but spooky season never dies! It’s time for another 31 Days Of Horror, where you can watch a horror movie every day of the month to get into the Halloween spirit. I’ve included some prompts and suggestions of my own for each day of the month, and many streaming services will also have their own curated playlists to choose from. So read on, and start getting spooky! Day 1: Creature Feature Tremors, Deep Blue Sea, Day Of The Animals, The Edge Day 2: We’re Trapped! Last Shift, Splinter, Demon Knight, Siege Day 3:...
10 METAL ALBUMS THAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN THE SOUNDTRACK TO A HORROR MOVIE
Our own Cori Westbrook combines the classic metal albums with timeless horror cinema to bring together the best of both worlds.
10 METAL ALBUMS THAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN THE SOUNDTRACK TO A HORROR MOVIE
Our own Cori Westbrook combines the classic metal albums with timeless horror cinema to bring together the best of both worlds.
CANNIBAL CORPSE BRUTALIZE NASHVILLE TO OPEN THEIR 2023 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR WITH MAYHEM
Cannibal Corpse opened their 2023 North American tour in Nashville, the same day they released their latest brutalizer Chaos Horrific. With infamous black metal legends Mayhem in tow, two of metal’s household...
CANNIBAL CORPSE BRUTALIZE NASHVILLE TO OPEN THEIR 2023 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR WITH MAYHEM
Cannibal Corpse opened their 2023 North American tour in Nashville, the same day they released their latest brutalizer Chaos Horrific. With infamous black metal legends Mayhem in tow, two of metal’s household names entertained a rowdy crowd on a late summer night in Music City.
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.
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