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Harpy Forges Ahead with Femme Fatale Goth Rock On Her Sinful Debut EP, 'VII'
Get the exclusive track-by-track breakdown from the nu-goth metal mommy herself as she delves into each of the seven deadly sins adding tempo to temptation and transgression.
Harpy Forges Ahead with Femme Fatale Goth Rock On Her Sinful Debut EP, 'VII'
Get the exclusive track-by-track breakdown from the nu-goth metal mommy herself as she delves into each of the seven deadly sins adding tempo to temptation and transgression.
Flowers That Never Grow: The Devil Wears Prada Embrace Risk, Friendship and Heavy Truths on ‘Flow...
Guitarist and vocalist Jeremy DePoyster on turning writing sessions into therapy, chasing the chaos of the live show, and why, 20 years in, The Devil Wears Prada are still pushing...
Flowers That Never Grow: The Devil Wears Prada Embrace Risk, Friendship and Heavy Truths on ‘Flow...
Guitarist and vocalist Jeremy DePoyster on turning writing sessions into therapy, chasing the chaos of the live show, and why, 20 years in, The Devil Wears Prada are still pushing everything to the brink with their ninth album ‘Flowers’.
Black Ops Beyond: Gridiron Keep the Call of Duty Franchise Close to the Heart
The metallic hardcore unit discuss how a marathon CoD session led to the birth of the band, the parallels in gaming and heavy music and the full circle moment that...
Black Ops Beyond: Gridiron Keep the Call of Duty Franchise Close to the Heart
The metallic hardcore unit discuss how a marathon CoD session led to the birth of the band, the parallels in gaming and heavy music and the full circle moment that is the arrival of Black Ops 7.
Raw Brigade Pay Homage to the History of Hardcore and Their Colombian Heritage on '100%'
Vocalist Carlos Chavarriaga details how the harsh realities of life in Bogotá hardened the band and spawned a sound that is as aggressive as it is authentic.
Raw Brigade Pay Homage to the History of Hardcore and Their Colombian Heritage on '100%'
Vocalist Carlos Chavarriaga details how the harsh realities of life in Bogotá hardened the band and spawned a sound that is as aggressive as it is authentic.
Knotfest Presents: IGORRR ‘AMEN’ Guitar Playthroughs
Igorrr guitarist Martyn Clément plays through a selection of riffs from the project's latest acclaimed album, 'Amen'. Clément breaks down the intricacies and the recording setup that went into making...
Knotfest Presents: IGORRR ‘AMEN’ Guitar Playthroughs
Igorrr guitarist Martyn Clément plays through a selection of riffs from the project's latest acclaimed album, 'Amen'. Clément breaks down the intricacies and the recording setup that went into making a killer record.
The Method to the Madness: Martyn Clément of IGORRR Dissects the Riffs of 'AMEN'
The guitarist highlights the skill and stamina necessary to execute such an ambitious collection of songs in what is being hailed as the project's most ambitious feat yet.
The Method to the Madness: Martyn Clément of IGORRR Dissects the Riffs of 'AMEN'
The guitarist highlights the skill and stamina necessary to execute such an ambitious collection of songs in what is being hailed as the project's most ambitious feat yet.
SOSMula Strikes Terror In Trap Metal with 'KAMP KRYSTL LAKE'
Asserting his rank as a solo artist outside of his accolades in City Morgue, the Brazilian-born, Harlem-bred disruptor is masking up as Jason Voorhees of horrorcore.
SOSMula Strikes Terror In Trap Metal with 'KAMP KRYSTL LAKE'
Asserting his rank as a solo artist outside of his accolades in City Morgue, the Brazilian-born, Harlem-bred disruptor is masking up as Jason Voorhees of horrorcore.
SPEED’S NEW MODE, FOR ALL THE ANGELS
Pouring grief, passion and gratitude for life into their new project, SPEED are all the way locked in for what is coming next.
SPEED’S NEW MODE, FOR ALL THE ANGELS
Pouring grief, passion and gratitude for life into their new project, SPEED are all the way locked in for what is coming next.
Heavensgate Transforms Vulnerability Into Power on, 'A Heart Is A Heavy Burden'
The Australian metalcore blue chips deliver their most complete, convincing presentation to date with a potent Pure Noise Records debut.
Heavensgate Transforms Vulnerability Into Power on, 'A Heart Is A Heavy Burden'
The Australian metalcore blue chips deliver their most complete, convincing presentation to date with a potent Pure Noise Records debut.
For The Family: DRAIN Celebrate The Hardcore Community On ‘…IS YOUR FRIEND’
Vocalist Sammy Ciaramitaro on gratitude, growth, and the people powering DRAIN’s next chapter.
For The Family: DRAIN Celebrate The Hardcore Community On ‘…IS YOUR FRIEND’
Vocalist Sammy Ciaramitaro on gratitude, growth, and the people powering DRAIN’s next chapter.
Vengeance and Validation : Internal Bleeding Decimate on 'Settle All Scores'
The Long Island's OGs of Slam deliver their first full length album in seven years with an effort that underscores the history of the band, the progressive sound well ahead...
Vengeance and Validation : Internal Bleeding Decimate on 'Settle All Scores'
The Long Island's OGs of Slam deliver their first full length album in seven years with an effort that underscores the history of the band, the progressive sound well ahead of its time and the sweet taste of revenge.
Pierced From Within: Despised Icon dig deep on ‘Shadow Work’
Vocalist and songwriter Alex Erian confides achieving a delicate balance of “Golden-Age-of-Myspace-deathcore-in-2007 shit” while exploring personal vulnerability and accountability on the band's latest album.
Pierced From Within: Despised Icon dig deep on ‘Shadow Work’
Vocalist and songwriter Alex Erian confides achieving a delicate balance of “Golden-Age-of-Myspace-deathcore-in-2007 shit” while exploring personal vulnerability and accountability on the band's latest album.
Testament’s new album ‘Para Bellum’ still challenging the thrash legends after 40 years
Vocalist Chuck Billy talks to Knotfest about the thrash legends’ new record, evolving his voice, and how new drummer Chris Dovas influenced the album.
Testament’s new album ‘Para Bellum’ still challenging the thrash legends after 40 years
Vocalist Chuck Billy talks to Knotfest about the thrash legends’ new record, evolving his voice, and how new drummer Chris Dovas influenced the album.
Frayle Pull Back the Curtain On Their Latest Full Length, 'Heretics & Lullabies'
The tandem of Gwyn Strang and Sean Bilovecky go track-by-track to assess the artistry and ambition that anchors their cinematic brand of contemporary doom.
Frayle Pull Back the Curtain On Their Latest Full Length, 'Heretics & Lullabies'
The tandem of Gwyn Strang and Sean Bilovecky go track-by-track to assess the artistry and ambition that anchors their cinematic brand of contemporary doom.
Setting Suns, Shifting Horizons: Thrice Confront Fear and Identity on ‘Horizons/West’
Twenty-five years in, Thrice are still chasing the unknown with the same stubborn curiosity that made them outliers in the first place.
Setting Suns, Shifting Horizons: Thrice Confront Fear and Identity on ‘Horizons/West’
Twenty-five years in, Thrice are still chasing the unknown with the same stubborn curiosity that made them outliers in the first place.
Deathcore Squad Signs of the Swarm See the World in a Whole New Light
Frontman David Simonich and drummer Bobby Crow explain how the band's latest album, To Rid Myself of Truth, confronts personal adversity and evolves sonically to be their most progressive project...
Deathcore Squad Signs of the Swarm See the World in a Whole New Light
Frontman David Simonich and drummer Bobby Crow explain how the band's latest album, To Rid Myself of Truth, confronts personal adversity and evolves sonically to be their most progressive project in the last decade.
SELF-LOVE: Conjurer roar the pain away on transformative third album
Brady Deeprose discusses how the band's most emotionally vulnerable collection of songs also frames their most authentic version of themselves yet.
SELF-LOVE: Conjurer roar the pain away on transformative third album
Brady Deeprose discusses how the band's most emotionally vulnerable collection of songs also frames their most authentic version of themselves yet.
Leaning Into the Darkness: Dayseeker Evolve With Creature In The Black Night
Frontman Rory Rodriguez expands on horror, healing and the confidence powering Dayseeker’s boldest era yet.
Leaning Into the Darkness: Dayseeker Evolve With Creature In The Black Night
Frontman Rory Rodriguez expands on horror, healing and the confidence powering Dayseeker’s boldest era yet.
Amen: Igorrr Apply a Darker Colour
Project mastermind and architect Gautier Serre explains the relationship between sound and colour in IGORR and analyzes how the newest full length is not only his most dark offering thus...
Amen: Igorrr Apply a Darker Colour
Project mastermind and architect Gautier Serre explains the relationship between sound and colour in IGORR and analyzes how the newest full length is not only his most dark offering thus far, it is also his most fearless.
Beyond Pain: Lorna Shore take vulnerable extremity to the masses
Drummer Austin Archey details the headspace in building I Feel the Everblack Festering Within Me and explains how the album finds a sincere cross-section of boundless brutality with heartfelt honesty.
Beyond Pain: Lorna Shore take vulnerable extremity to the masses
Drummer Austin Archey details the headspace in building I Feel the Everblack Festering Within Me and explains how the album finds a sincere cross-section of boundless brutality with heartfelt honesty.
Justice For the Damned Find Their Focus On 'Stay Relentless'
The Australian metalcore standouts enlist producer Will Putney for an important third album that not only captures the explosiveness of the band's live set, but also provides a creative outlet...
Justice For the Damned Find Their Focus On 'Stay Relentless'
The Australian metalcore standouts enlist producer Will Putney for an important third album that not only captures the explosiveness of the band's live set, but also provides a creative outlet for the rigors of real life.
We Came As Romans Uncover What It Means To Be Alive On ‘All Is Beautiful… Because We’re Doomed’
Vocalist Dave Stephens opens up about legacy, loss, and the band’s most introspective chapter yet.
We Came As Romans Uncover What It Means To Be Alive On ‘All Is Beautiful… Because We’re Doomed’
Vocalist Dave Stephens opens up about legacy, loss, and the band’s most introspective chapter yet.
Old Souls, New Flame: Blessthefall Rekindle The Fire On First Album In Seven Years ‘Gallows’
Frontman Beau Bokan reflects on rediscovering his purpose, metalcore’s new age, and writing the band’s most fan-focused album yet.
Old Souls, New Flame: Blessthefall Rekindle The Fire On First Album In Seven Years ‘Gallows’
Frontman Beau Bokan reflects on rediscovering his purpose, metalcore’s new age, and writing the band’s most fan-focused album yet.
Lord of the Lost Navigate the Darkness on 'OPVS NOIR Vol. 1'
Frontman and visionary Chris Harms details the first of the three-part saga with a track-by-track that highlights the dynamism and dread of the band' most ambitious presentation to date.
Lord of the Lost Navigate the Darkness on 'OPVS NOIR Vol. 1'
Frontman and visionary Chris Harms details the first of the three-part saga with a track-by-track that highlights the dynamism and dread of the band' most ambitious presentation to date.
Rock ‘n’ Roll Damnation: Creeper’s Vampire Saga Rages On With ‘Sanguivore II: Mistress of Death’
Frontman William Von Ghould on time-travelling vampires, his life-long fascination with the Church of Satan, and how Sanguivore II: Mistress of Death is set to be Creeper’s most outrageous venture...
Rock ‘n’ Roll Damnation: Creeper’s Vampire Saga Rages On With ‘Sanguivore II: Mistress of Death’
Frontman William Von Ghould on time-travelling vampires, his life-long fascination with the Church of Satan, and how Sanguivore II: Mistress of Death is set to be Creeper’s most outrageous venture yet.
Nashville’s Orthodox drag you through A Door Left Open
The Music City quintet deliver their most raucous and cutting-edge album to date. Vocalist Adam Easterling talks to Knotfest about the record, being embraced by hardcore and persevering in sake...
Nashville’s Orthodox drag you through A Door Left Open
The Music City quintet deliver their most raucous and cutting-edge album to date. Vocalist Adam Easterling talks to Knotfest about the record, being embraced by hardcore and persevering in sake of a vision.
No Gods, No Expectations: Fit For A King Reset with ‘Lonely God’
Frontman Ryan Kirby on how tearing up the rulebook with Lonely God led to a new era for Fit For A King - one built on trust, collaboration, and the...
No Gods, No Expectations: Fit For A King Reset with ‘Lonely God’
Frontman Ryan Kirby on how tearing up the rulebook with Lonely God led to a new era for Fit For A King - one built on trust, collaboration, and the freedom to make music on their own terms.
Galder discusses Old Man’s Child’s “homecoming” and U.S. debut at Fire in the Mountains
“Debuting in a setting like this adds depth to the moment.”
Galder discusses Old Man’s Child’s “homecoming” and U.S. debut at Fire in the Mountains
“Debuting in a setting like this adds depth to the moment.”
Built to Survive: I Prevail Emerge Reborn With ‘Violent Nature’
Vocalist Eric Vanlerberghe opens up on taking the reins, finding community through catharsis and leading I Prevail into a new era with their most honest record yet.
Built to Survive: I Prevail Emerge Reborn With ‘Violent Nature’
Vocalist Eric Vanlerberghe opens up on taking the reins, finding community through catharsis and leading I Prevail into a new era with their most honest record yet.
The Pursuit of Vibe: Mareux Lists the Films That Inspired , 'Nonstop Romance'
The modern darkwave specialists details the filmography from directors like David Lynch, Antonine Fuqua, Martin Scorsese and Andrei Tarkovsky that nurtured the seduction, danger, mystery and grit of his well-received...
The Pursuit of Vibe: Mareux Lists the Films That Inspired , 'Nonstop Romance'
The modern darkwave specialists details the filmography from directors like David Lynch, Antonine Fuqua, Martin Scorsese and Andrei Tarkovsky that nurtured the seduction, danger, mystery and grit of his well-received sophomore album.
Dying In Designer Premieres Powerful New Single, "Limewire"
Architect Rob O'Brien pairs emotional trauma with nostalgic aesthetic for a track and accompanying visual that sources serious nu-metal flair.
Dying In Designer Premieres Powerful New Single, "Limewire"
Architect Rob O'Brien pairs emotional trauma with nostalgic aesthetic for a track and accompanying visual that sources serious nu-metal flair.
Calva Louise risked it all jumping off the ‘Edge of the Abyss’
“We're always one millimeter away from falling into despair, but If you do a life project with this kind of friendship nobody's left alone.” The UK trio talk to Knotfest...
Calva Louise risked it all jumping off the ‘Edge of the Abyss’
“We're always one millimeter away from falling into despair, but If you do a life project with this kind of friendship nobody's left alone.” The UK trio talk to Knotfest about their humble beginnings, their DIY spirit, and their creatively explosive new album.
YEAR OF THE RAT: MEET A NEW MELBOURNE INNOVATOR, MUDRAT
Sean Thompson, the man behind the fast-rising, genre-melding project details how the intersection of activism and authenticity have afford him a new vantage point on art and expression.
YEAR OF THE RAT: MEET A NEW MELBOURNE INNOVATOR, MUDRAT
Sean Thompson, the man behind the fast-rising, genre-melding project details how the intersection of activism and authenticity have afford him a new vantage point on art and expression.
Connecticut Post-Hardcore Prospects En Masse Premiere Potent New Single, "celine"
Stream the KNOTFEST.com premiere previewing the band's forthcoming newviolenttrends EP arriving this week.
Connecticut Post-Hardcore Prospects En Masse Premiere Potent New Single, "celine"
Stream the KNOTFEST.com premiere previewing the band's forthcoming newviolenttrends EP arriving this week.
Katatonia Traverse Introspection on 'Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State'
Founder Jonas Renkse details the personal nature of his latest endeavor, the task of taking on personnel and the duality of an album that is intended to be intense and...
Katatonia Traverse Introspection on 'Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State'
Founder Jonas Renkse details the personal nature of his latest endeavor, the task of taking on personnel and the duality of an album that is intended to be intense and insightful in the same collection of songs.
Conquering The Chaos: Dance Gavin Dance Reclaim Their Crown With New Album ‘Pantheon’
Frontman Andrew Wells and drummer Matt Mingus on unity, legacy, and getting back to the magic with eleventh full-length ‘Pantheon’.
Conquering The Chaos: Dance Gavin Dance Reclaim Their Crown With New Album ‘Pantheon’
Frontman Andrew Wells and drummer Matt Mingus on unity, legacy, and getting back to the magic with eleventh full-length ‘Pantheon’.
TEST OF THE IRON MIND: A NEW CHAPTER FOR AUSTRALIAN HARDCORE GREATS
Long regarded as torchbearers for Australian hardcore, Iron Mind have poured time and life experience into their new album. Says frontman Sam Octigan, time away has been necessary for the...
TEST OF THE IRON MIND: A NEW CHAPTER FOR AUSTRALIAN HARDCORE GREATS
Long regarded as torchbearers for Australian hardcore, Iron Mind have poured time and life experience into their new album. Says frontman Sam Octigan, time away has been necessary for the band’s growth.
BLEED Craft Well-Built Heft On Self-Titled Debut
Frontman Ryan Hughes goes track-by-track and revisits the important strides and formative steps that made their 20 Buck Spin full length introduction the band's best foot forward.
BLEED Craft Well-Built Heft On Self-Titled Debut
Frontman Ryan Hughes goes track-by-track and revisits the important strides and formative steps that made their 20 Buck Spin full length introduction the band's best foot forward.
The World Burns: The Haunted Return with Incendiary Tenth Album
Guitarist and songwriter Patrik Jensen discusses the longevity of thrash, the band's fascination with humanity's darker side and how Songs of Last Resort is a stylistic throwback of sorts, brining...
The World Burns: The Haunted Return with Incendiary Tenth Album
Guitarist and songwriter Patrik Jensen discusses the longevity of thrash, the band's fascination with humanity's darker side and how Songs of Last Resort is a stylistic throwback of sorts, brining The Haunted full circle.
From India To Infinity: Bloodywood's Letter To Home With ‘Nu Delhi’
Bloodywood vocalist Jayant Bhadula talks the latest groundbreaking album, how the band’s fearless embrace of Indian culture has been received by the metal world and their aspirations for world domination.
From India To Infinity: Bloodywood's Letter To Home With ‘Nu Delhi’
Bloodywood vocalist Jayant Bhadula talks the latest groundbreaking album, how the band’s fearless embrace of Indian culture has been received by the metal world and their aspirations for world domination.
Heriot Emerge As Leaders of UK's Modern Heavy Movement
Watch the as the band unload a colossal set for a sold out performance at Underworld In London.
Heriot Emerge As Leaders of UK's Modern Heavy Movement
Watch the as the band unload a colossal set for a sold out performance at Underworld In London.
From Despair To Where: Rivers of Nihil Transcend Themselves on Superb Self-titled Album
Guitarist Brody Uttley surveys the catalog of the band, reflects on the emotional toll of each album and explains how album number five accomplishes what the band set out to...
From Despair To Where: Rivers of Nihil Transcend Themselves on Superb Self-titled Album
Guitarist Brody Uttley surveys the catalog of the band, reflects on the emotional toll of each album and explains how album number five accomplishes what the band set out to do from the beginning - reach beyond.
Volbeat Embrace Spontaneity on Explorative Ninth Album ‘God Of Angels Trust’
Volbeat architect Michael Poulsen explains how extended time away allowed the band to come back to refreshed, refocused and further committed to making music on their own terms.
Volbeat Embrace Spontaneity on Explorative Ninth Album ‘God Of Angels Trust’
Volbeat architect Michael Poulsen explains how extended time away allowed the band to come back to refreshed, refocused and further committed to making music on their own terms.
Wrath of Logarius Delve Into a New Realm of Black Metal and Cosmic Horror
The San Francisco quintet answers Knotfest’s questions about theirnew album Crown of Mortis, and why they are coining a new brand ofextreme metal.
Wrath of Logarius Delve Into a New Realm of Black Metal and Cosmic Horror
The San Francisco quintet answers Knotfest’s questions about theirnew album Crown of Mortis, and why they are coining a new brand ofextreme metal.
Youth Code Drill Down the Essential Electronica That Shaped Their Sound
From OMD to Aphex Twin, from power electronics to drum and bass, the tandem of Sara Taylor and Ryan George unveil their shortlist of albums that irreversibly impacted them and...
Youth Code Drill Down the Essential Electronica That Shaped Their Sound
From OMD to Aphex Twin, from power electronics to drum and bass, the tandem of Sara Taylor and Ryan George unveil their shortlist of albums that irreversibly impacted them and became part of the creative DNA of Youth Code.
Tetrarch Go Track-by-Track To Break Down 'The Ugly Side of Me'
The Nu-metal revivalists find a new gear on album three with a collection of songs that frames the best version of Tetrarch to date.
Tetrarch Go Track-by-Track To Break Down 'The Ugly Side of Me'
The Nu-metal revivalists find a new gear on album three with a collection of songs that frames the best version of Tetrarch to date.
In Search of Soul: Caliban Venture To Hell and Back On Album Thirteen
Founding guitarist Marc Görtz keeps it real in discussing the band's creative missteps and how facing the criticism of fans head on allowed Caliban to return from the brink bigger...
In Search of Soul: Caliban Venture To Hell and Back On Album Thirteen
Founding guitarist Marc Görtz keeps it real in discussing the band's creative missteps and how facing the criticism of fans head on allowed Caliban to return from the brink bigger and better than ever.
Defiance, Despair and Finding Peace At the End of The World with Propagandhi
Frontman Chris Hannah opens up about confronting existential collapse, wrestling with personal responsibility, and how staying true to themselves remains the band's greatest act of rebellion three decades in.
Defiance, Despair and Finding Peace At the End of The World with Propagandhi
Frontman Chris Hannah opens up about confronting existential collapse, wrestling with personal responsibility, and how staying true to themselves remains the band's greatest act of rebellion three decades in.
The Reanimation of Dry Kill Logic
Frontman Cliff RIgano details how the band's enduring chemistry beat time and circumstance, nurtured new music and led to an eventual return to the stage after nearly two decades away.
The Reanimation of Dry Kill Logic
Frontman Cliff RIgano details how the band's enduring chemistry beat time and circumstance, nurtured new music and led to an eventual return to the stage after nearly two decades away.
Serj Tankian Teams with Gibson to the Launch the'Foundations' Les Paul Modern
See images from the intimate launch event at Tankian's Kavat Café/Eye For Sound Gallery and get the details on the added experience that makes the guitar launch truly one of...
Serj Tankian Teams with Gibson to the Launch the'Foundations' Les Paul Modern
See images from the intimate launch event at Tankian's Kavat Café/Eye For Sound Gallery and get the details on the added experience that makes the guitar launch truly one of a kind.
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