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Aftershock closes out the festival season with a fall finale for the books
See the comprehensive photo gallery covering all four days of the record-setting, rock music pilgrimage.
Aftershock closes out the festival season with a fall finale for the books
See the comprehensive photo gallery covering all four days of the record-setting, rock music pilgrimage.
Editorial Picks: The best of September 2022
Movies, music, television and beyond - the Knotfest team begins their monthly submission series highlighting the best in contemporary pop culture.
Editorial Picks: The best of September 2022
Movies, music, television and beyond - the Knotfest team begins their monthly submission series highlighting the best in contemporary pop culture.
Stream full set performances from Turnstile, DRAIN, Malevolence, Knocked Loose, Nothing, Drug Chu...
Offering a preview of what's to come in 2023, organizers have began releasing a succession of pro-shot, full set videos from the historic 10th anniversary of the festival.
Stream full set performances from Turnstile, DRAIN, Malevolence, Knocked Loose, Nothing, Drug Chu...
Offering a preview of what's to come in 2023, organizers have began releasing a succession of pro-shot, full set videos from the historic 10th anniversary of the festival.
Epilogue: The enormity of Rammstein live is one of heavy music's modern marvels
The live production requires a five-day build and nearly some 1,000 people worth of manpower to execute.
Epilogue: The enormity of Rammstein live is one of heavy music's modern marvels
The live production requires a five-day build and nearly some 1,000 people worth of manpower to execute.
Louder Than Life looms large with an unforgettable four-day celebration of heavy culture
See the daily photo galleries that included towering sets from Slipknot, Nine Inch Nails, Rob Zombie, KISS, Bring Me the Horizon, Lamb of God, Meshuggah, Mastodon, Evanescence, Tenacious D, Red...
Louder Than Life looms large with an unforgettable four-day celebration of heavy culture
See the daily photo galleries that included towering sets from Slipknot, Nine Inch Nails, Rob Zombie, KISS, Bring Me the Horizon, Lamb of God, Meshuggah, Mastodon, Evanescence, Tenacious D, Red Hot Chili Peppers and so many more.
Ghost proves glorious with Imperatour Finale in Green Bay
With Carcass and Spiritbox in tow, Papa Emeritus IV and the Nameless Ghouls flexed rock music revelry for the final show of their North American run.
Ghost proves glorious with Imperatour Finale in Green Bay
With Carcass and Spiritbox in tow, Papa Emeritus IV and the Nameless Ghouls flexed rock music revelry for the final show of their North American run.
Psycho Las Vegas doubles down as one of America's best heavy music festivals
With history making performances and a brilliantly diverse roster, organizers of Psycho set the bar as THE domestic destination for counter culture revelry.
Psycho Las Vegas doubles down as one of America's best heavy music festivals
With history making performances and a brilliantly diverse roster, organizers of Psycho set the bar as THE domestic destination for counter culture revelry.
ArcTanGent 2022 demonstrates that alternative culture is in the best place it's been in years
Using an enforced three year break to make significant site improvements and bigger stages, ArcTanGent festival taking place at the beautiful Fernhill Farm near Bristol, England, returned better than ever...
ArcTanGent 2022 demonstrates that alternative culture is in the best place it's been in years
Using an enforced three year break to make significant site improvements and bigger stages, ArcTanGent festival taking place at the beautiful Fernhill Farm near Bristol, England, returned better than ever with a ravenous crowd, scintillating performances, and even the sun showing its face!
Gimme Metal celebrate the Converge classic 'You Fail Me' with Vinyl Club release
The September release revisits the 2004, post 'Jane Doe' essential pressed on Gimme exclusive color variant vinyl.
Gimme Metal celebrate the Converge classic 'You Fail Me' with Vinyl Club release
The September release revisits the 2004, post 'Jane Doe' essential pressed on Gimme exclusive color variant vinyl.
Megadeth put on a masterclass while on the road with Five Finger Death Punch
Check the photo gallery of images from rock photographer Steve Rose highlighting the band's SoCal stop on their latest amphitheater run.
Megadeth put on a masterclass while on the road with Five Finger Death Punch
Check the photo gallery of images from rock photographer Steve Rose highlighting the band's SoCal stop on their latest amphitheater run.
Anthrax Bring the Noise on their 40th Anniversary Tour
The thrash metal legends continue to prove that there's simply no one else doing it quite like them even decades later
Anthrax Bring the Noise on their 40th Anniversary Tour
The thrash metal legends continue to prove that there's simply no one else doing it quite like them even decades later
Bloodstock Festival 2022 Brings the Magic and the Heat
Amid scorching temperatures in the UK, the destination for heavy culture proved to be a global celebration of extreme music and outsider art.
Bloodstock Festival 2022 Brings the Magic and the Heat
Amid scorching temperatures in the UK, the destination for heavy culture proved to be a global celebration of extreme music and outsider art.
Carnage at Catton Park: What Not to Miss at Bloodstock 2022
This year's Bloodstock preview spans legendary icons and emerging music music prospects both of which are not to be missed.
Carnage at Catton Park: What Not to Miss at Bloodstock 2022
This year's Bloodstock preview spans legendary icons and emerging music music prospects both of which are not to be missed.
Sound and Fury 2022: The sound, spectacle and sea change of SoCal's hardcore showdown
Organizers' most ambitious effort to date resulted in a weekend celebration that reiterated the community that has always been core.
Sound and Fury 2022: The sound, spectacle and sea change of SoCal's hardcore showdown
Organizers' most ambitious effort to date resulted in a weekend celebration that reiterated the community that has always been core.
Des Moines Über Alles: The inaugural Knotfest Germany was one for the history books
Get a full recap of a day brimming with historic performances capped by a showing from Slipknot that further reasserts the why the masked nine are as relevant as ever.
Des Moines Über Alles: The inaugural Knotfest Germany was one for the history books
Get a full recap of a day brimming with historic performances capped by a showing from Slipknot that further reasserts the why the masked nine are as relevant as ever.
Watch the Trailer for the Upcoming David Bowie Documentary, 'Moonage Daydream'
The incomparable artist lives on in this doc that has the full support of Bowie's estate
Watch the Trailer for the Upcoming David Bowie Documentary, 'Moonage Daydream'
The incomparable artist lives on in this doc that has the full support of Bowie's estate
The Freaks on Parade Tour Delivers an Unforgettable Night of Metal Thrills
Led by horror icon Rob Zombie, the once-in-a-lifetime lineup includes Powerman 5000 and the explosive returns of Mudvayne and Static-X
The Freaks on Parade Tour Delivers an Unforgettable Night of Metal Thrills
Led by horror icon Rob Zombie, the once-in-a-lifetime lineup includes Powerman 5000 and the explosive returns of Mudvayne and Static-X
Ti West Drops the Trailer for His 'X' Prequel, 'Pearl'
Mia Goth stars once again as the younger version of the murderous farmgirl
Ti West Drops the Trailer for His 'X' Prequel, 'Pearl'
Mia Goth stars once again as the younger version of the murderous farmgirl
Rewilding' documents Randy Blythe's ongoing reforestation efforts in Ecuador
Watch the short film from the Lamb of God singer as he works to mitigate the effects of climate change and reestablish the balance of the ecosystem at the Earth's...
Rewilding' documents Randy Blythe's ongoing reforestation efforts in Ecuador
Watch the short film from the Lamb of God singer as he works to mitigate the effects of climate change and reestablish the balance of the ecosystem at the Earth's equator.
Gimme Metal Vinyl Club celebrates American death metal with a special reissue of Vastum's 'Hole B...
The heavy culture enthusiasts spotlight the Bay Area brutalizers' triumphant third full length.
Gimme Metal Vinyl Club celebrates American death metal with a special reissue of Vastum's 'Hole B...
The heavy culture enthusiasts spotlight the Bay Area brutalizers' triumphant third full length.
Sound and Fury: Preview the West Coast DIY festival that has become hardcore's gold standard
Get a rundown of the can't miss sets slated for Southern California's two-day congregation celebrating heavy culture and community.
Sound and Fury: Preview the West Coast DIY festival that has become hardcore's gold standard
Get a rundown of the can't miss sets slated for Southern California's two-day congregation celebrating heavy culture and community.
The First Trailer for 'Halloween Ends' Teases the Final Showdown
The end of the franchise (for now) is at hand as Laurie Strode takes on The Shape one last time.
The First Trailer for 'Halloween Ends' Teases the Final Showdown
The end of the franchise (for now) is at hand as Laurie Strode takes on The Shape one last time.
Return to The Further Next Year With 'Insidious 5'
Patrick Wilson will be returning to the franchise to both star and direct the fifth chapter
Return to The Further Next Year With 'Insidious 5'
Patrick Wilson will be returning to the franchise to both star and direct the fifth chapter
Photographer Justin Nuoffer captures the heavy revelry of Rock Fest
See images of Disturbed, Mudvayne, Lamb of God, Halestorm, Hatebreed, Black Veil Brides, Jellyroll, Skillet, Evanescence, Motionless In White and more.
Photographer Justin Nuoffer captures the heavy revelry of Rock Fest
See images of Disturbed, Mudvayne, Lamb of God, Halestorm, Hatebreed, Black Veil Brides, Jellyroll, Skillet, Evanescence, Motionless In White and more.
Beavis and Butt-Head Are Back in a New Series This August
Mike Judge returns to keep the current revival of his two lovable idiots going
Beavis and Butt-Head Are Back in a New Series This August
Mike Judge returns to keep the current revival of his two lovable idiots going
Chucky' Returns for a Second Vengeful Season This October
Season 2 picks up right after the first one, with the evil doll on a quest for revenge
Chucky' Returns for a Second Vengeful Season This October
Season 2 picks up right after the first one, with the evil doll on a quest for revenge
Stunning Images from 2000trees showcase one of the UK's most beloved festival experiences
After a two year hiatus, the return of the indie darling of festivals proved to be a truly momentous event.
Stunning Images from 2000trees showcase one of the UK's most beloved festival experiences
After a two year hiatus, the return of the indie darling of festivals proved to be a truly momentous event.
Amazon's 'Lord of the Rings' Series Unveils Its Best Footage Yet
It's time to return to Middle-earth in the new full-length teaser from the upcoming series
Amazon's 'Lord of the Rings' Series Unveils Its Best Footage Yet
It's time to return to Middle-earth in the new full-length teaser from the upcoming series
Black Mirror' is Finally Returning With New Tales of Tech-Inspired Terrors
Season 6 of the dystopian anthology series will be its first in years and feature Aaron Paul, Kate Mara, Zazie Beetz and more
Black Mirror' is Finally Returning With New Tales of Tech-Inspired Terrors
Season 6 of the dystopian anthology series will be its first in years and feature Aaron Paul, Kate Mara, Zazie Beetz and more
Rex Brown of Pantera teams with Gibson to launch signature Thunderbird bass
Watch the interview with Rex Brown in the desert of New Mexico as he details the collaborative project with Gibson years in the making.
Rex Brown of Pantera teams with Gibson to launch signature Thunderbird bass
Watch the interview with Rex Brown in the desert of New Mexico as he details the collaborative project with Gibson years in the making.
2022 In Review: The Best Albums of the Year Thus Far
The Knotfest editorial team offers an midway assessment of the health of heavy music at the halfway mark in what has been a pivotal, post-pandemic year.
2022 In Review: The Best Albums of the Year Thus Far
The Knotfest editorial team offers an midway assessment of the health of heavy music at the halfway mark in what has been a pivotal, post-pandemic year.
Maxim of The Prodigy launches his Lepidopterror Collection
The accomplished visual artist also known as MM introduces his curated collection of digital collectibles via Crypto.com
Maxim of The Prodigy launches his Lepidopterror Collection
The accomplished visual artist also known as MM introduces his curated collection of digital collectibles via Crypto.com
Watch pro-shot sets from Megadeth, Opeth, Godflesh, Nitzer Ebb, Social Distortion, Suicide Silenc...
From thrash to progressive, punk to hardcore, symphonic metal to deathcore the second weekend of Hellfest was a moment in heavy culture.
Watch pro-shot sets from Megadeth, Opeth, Godflesh, Nitzer Ebb, Social Distortion, Suicide Silenc...
From thrash to progressive, punk to hardcore, symphonic metal to deathcore the second weekend of Hellfest was a moment in heavy culture.
A Decade Under the Influence: Outbreak Festival marks 10th anniversary with epic 2022 line-up
See the massive photo gallery featuring the likes of Turnstile, Knocked Loose, Basement, Deafheaven, Touche Amore, Drug Church, Terror, and SO. MANY, MORE.
A Decade Under the Influence: Outbreak Festival marks 10th anniversary with epic 2022 line-up
See the massive photo gallery featuring the likes of Turnstile, Knocked Loose, Basement, Deafheaven, Touche Amore, Drug Church, Terror, and SO. MANY, MORE.
Memphis May Fire Kick Off the 'Remade In Misery' Tour With an Explosive Set at Charlotte's Underg...
Armed with their best new music in years, the metalcore icons played a sold-out energetic show
Memphis May Fire Kick Off the 'Remade In Misery' Tour With an Explosive Set at Charlotte's Underg...
Armed with their best new music in years, the metalcore icons played a sold-out energetic show
Check Out the Insanely Creepy Trailer for 'Smile'
The upcoming horror movie features a ton of people with incredibly unnerving grins
Check Out the Insanely Creepy Trailer for 'Smile'
The upcoming horror movie features a ton of people with incredibly unnerving grins
Prepare Yourself For Volume 2 of 'Stranger Things' Season 4
In just one week the iconic series will drop the two-part finale to its most terrifying season yet
Prepare Yourself For Volume 2 of 'Stranger Things' Season 4
In just one week the iconic series will drop the two-part finale to its most terrifying season yet
The Knotfest Bracket Challenge Round 3: Greatest Movie Soundtrack
With only four films remaining we ask the fans which soundtrack takes the prize for the very best in movie music mastery.
The Knotfest Bracket Challenge Round 3: Greatest Movie Soundtrack
With only four films remaining we ask the fans which soundtrack takes the prize for the very best in movie music mastery.
Hellfest to memorialize Lemmy Kilmister with special ashes ceremony and art installation
A portion of Lemmy's ashes are enshrined in the massive statue that will be celebrated on June 23rd with bandmates Phil Campbell and Mikkey Dee addressing the fans at Clisson.
Hellfest to memorialize Lemmy Kilmister with special ashes ceremony and art installation
A portion of Lemmy's ashes are enshrined in the massive statue that will be celebrated on June 23rd with bandmates Phil Campbell and Mikkey Dee addressing the fans at Clisson.
Gibson TV launches 'Behind the Board' docuseries highlighting producer Matt Wallace's work on Fai...
The debut installment takes a deep dive into the making of the band's groundbreaking, platinum-selling, third studio album.
Gibson TV launches 'Behind the Board' docuseries highlighting producer Matt Wallace's work on Fai...
The debut installment takes a deep dive into the making of the band's groundbreaking, platinum-selling, third studio album.
Watch the trailer for the Nas-directed Showtime Docu-Series 'Supreme Team'
The hip hop king has directed a three-part series following the story of the infamous Queens crime syndicate.
Watch the trailer for the Nas-directed Showtime Docu-Series 'Supreme Team'
The hip hop king has directed a three-part series following the story of the infamous Queens crime syndicate.
Bloodstock announces Iron Maiden art exhibition
The Rock and Metal Gallery will also feature works from Venom Prison artist, Eliran Kantor, legendary artist Krusher, Liam Brandon Murray, Rodney Matthews and more.
Bloodstock announces Iron Maiden art exhibition
The Rock and Metal Gallery will also feature works from Venom Prison artist, Eliran Kantor, legendary artist Krusher, Liam Brandon Murray, Rodney Matthews and more.
The Download Festival is Decadent and Well-aged
Our own Dan Franklin channels his inner Hunter S. Thompson to explore the first full-scale Download festival in three years.
The Download Festival is Decadent and Well-aged
Our own Dan Franklin channels his inner Hunter S. Thompson to explore the first full-scale Download festival in three years.
Heavy Metal Truants galvanize in the name of good will and loud music
For the last decade a group of maniacal metals heads has been making an annual two-wheeled pilgrimage into Donington fueled by their love of community and heavy tunes.
Heavy Metal Truants galvanize in the name of good will and loud music
For the last decade a group of maniacal metals heads has been making an annual two-wheeled pilgrimage into Donington fueled by their love of community and heavy tunes.
Rob Zombie's 'The Munsters' Drops Its First Teaser Trailer
The first PG movie from the horror icon will lovingly recreate the classic TV show
Rob Zombie's 'The Munsters' Drops Its First Teaser Trailer
The first PG movie from the horror icon will lovingly recreate the classic TV show
Wicked Craniums bridges the metaverse with real-world utility in a revolutionary partnership with...
The partnership begins an unprecedented era of real-world implications for in the Web3 space including access to over 50 ‘real world’ music festivals and concert events around the globe annually...
Wicked Craniums bridges the metaverse with real-world utility in a revolutionary partnership with...
The partnership begins an unprecedented era of real-world implications for in the Web3 space including access to over 50 ‘real world’ music festivals and concert events around the globe annually as well as a host of exclusive music-related events within the metaverse.
We Live in a Society: A 'Joker' Sequel is Coming
Joaquin Phoenix will return as well as director Todd Phillips in a followup to the 2019 hit.
We Live in a Society: A 'Joker' Sequel is Coming
Joaquin Phoenix will return as well as director Todd Phillips in a followup to the 2019 hit.
Horror Directors Unite in 'Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities'
The Netflix anthology series features contributions from the directors behind The Babadook, Mandy and others
Horror Directors Unite in 'Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities'
The Netflix anthology series features contributions from the directors behind The Babadook, Mandy and others
The Heavy Music Awards 2022: A night of celebration and community
While Beartooth, Architects, While She Sleeps, Trivium, Enter Shikari and Bring Me the Horizon all took home hardware, the greater heavy music community came away the biggest winners in this...
The Heavy Music Awards 2022: A night of celebration and community
While Beartooth, Architects, While She Sleeps, Trivium, Enter Shikari and Bring Me the Horizon all took home hardware, the greater heavy music community came away the biggest winners in this year's Heavy Music Awards.
Hails and Horns: Honoring the life and legacy of metal's biggest advocate, Trevor Strnad
As both a veteran frontman and a passionate advocate of metal culture, the voice of The Black Dahlia Murder was also an important contributor to the Knotfest editorial team -...
Hails and Horns: Honoring the life and legacy of metal's biggest advocate, Trevor Strnad
As both a veteran frontman and a passionate advocate of metal culture, the voice of The Black Dahlia Murder was also an important contributor to the Knotfest editorial team - his colleagues offer their tribute to a true one of one.
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