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Premiere: Darknet deliver tech heavy angst with "No Love"
The single introduces the band's latest collection of singles, remixes and instrumentals entitled TSP VOL-1 that arrives January 2021.
Premiere: Darknet deliver tech heavy angst with "No Love"
The single introduces the band's latest collection of singles, remixes and instrumentals entitled TSP VOL-1 that arrives January 2021.

Stream the Code Orange Mudbanger's Ball curated playlist ahead of their 'Back Inside the Glass' s...
Code Orange are leading the charge of an emerging generation of progressive, forward-thinking artists. Check their curated playlist featuring their contemporaries like JPEGMAFIA, Nothing, HARMS WAY, Power Trip, Jesus Piece,...
Stream the Code Orange Mudbanger's Ball curated playlist ahead of their 'Back Inside the Glass' s...
Code Orange are leading the charge of an emerging generation of progressive, forward-thinking artists. Check their curated playlist featuring their contemporaries like JPEGMAFIA, Nothing, HARMS WAY, Power Trip, Jesus Piece, Greg Puciato, VEIN, and Clipping to name a few.

Provocateurs Melted Bodies debut demented MBTV Halloween special
The 30-minute short film is a mind-melting collection of pop culture masterfully contorted to create a truly compelling visual.
Provocateurs Melted Bodies debut demented MBTV Halloween special
The 30-minute short film is a mind-melting collection of pop culture masterfully contorted to create a truly compelling visual.

Premiere: Boundaries charge ahead of the pack with latest single, "I'd Rather Not Say"
The second offering from the band's debut LP, 'Your Receding Warmth, reiterates a versatile sound that positions Boundaries as promising contributors to the future of heavy music.
Premiere: Boundaries charge ahead of the pack with latest single, "I'd Rather Not Say"
The second offering from the band's debut LP, 'Your Receding Warmth, reiterates a versatile sound that positions Boundaries as promising contributors to the future of heavy music.

Killer Be Killed's determined road to 'Reluctant Hero'
It's taken five years of writing in pockets of off-the-road opportunity, but Killer Be Killed's second album has materialised with no less immediate energy than its much-loved predecessor. Troy Sanders...
Killer Be Killed's determined road to 'Reluctant Hero'
It's taken five years of writing in pockets of off-the-road opportunity, but Killer Be Killed's second album has materialised with no less immediate energy than its much-loved predecessor. Troy Sanders tells Knotfest how they got there.

Tatiana Shmayluk of Jinjer lists her essential horror flicks
In the spirit of the season, powerhouse vocalist Tatiana Shmayluk of Jinjer shares the terrifying visuals that have stuck with her most.
Tatiana Shmayluk of Jinjer lists her essential horror flicks
In the spirit of the season, powerhouse vocalist Tatiana Shmayluk of Jinjer shares the terrifying visuals that have stuck with her most.

Premiere: Kill the Lights pay tribute to Metallica with a 'Quarantine Cover' of "Battery"
The collective of metal veterans from former projects like Bullet for My Valentine, Threat Signals, Still Remains, and Throw The Fight continue to champion the classics.
Premiere: Kill the Lights pay tribute to Metallica with a 'Quarantine Cover' of "Battery"
The collective of metal veterans from former projects like Bullet for My Valentine, Threat Signals, Still Remains, and Throw The Fight continue to champion the classics.

Lajon Witherspoon of Sevendust shares his personal soundtrack of the 10 albums that saved his life
Just days away from the release of their 13th studio album, Blood & Stone, the band's frontman reflects on the 10 albums that helped to steer his historic creative career.
Lajon Witherspoon of Sevendust shares his personal soundtrack of the 10 albums that saved his life
Just days away from the release of their 13th studio album, Blood & Stone, the band's frontman reflects on the 10 albums that helped to steer his historic creative career.

Prayers and the Cholo Goth movement are about to erupt
Leafar Seyer started Prayers to bring his life on the streets and his aspirations as a musician together. After two years away, now he's using it to give his Mexican...
Prayers and the Cholo Goth movement are about to erupt
Leafar Seyer started Prayers to bring his life on the streets and his aspirations as a musician together. After two years away, now he's using it to give his Mexican community a voice within goth culture.

From the stage to the stream: Sepultura revisits the highlights of their webseries SepulQuarta
The metal veterans took a dismal 2020 and found a new way to stay connected with fans old and new.
From the stage to the stream: Sepultura revisits the highlights of their webseries SepulQuarta
The metal veterans took a dismal 2020 and found a new way to stay connected with fans old and new.

King Diamond: The Patron Saint of Heavy Metal Halloween
King Diamond has embodied the spirit of the spookiest season for metalheads for decades. In this Knotfest interview, he talks October holiday traditions, supernatural energies, and his current work writing...
King Diamond: The Patron Saint of Heavy Metal Halloween
King Diamond has embodied the spirit of the spookiest season for metalheads for decades. In this Knotfest interview, he talks October holiday traditions, supernatural energies, and his current work writing two different albums.

Premiere: Twiztid showcase an evolved sound with "Rose Petal"
Watch the Detroit duo's latest visual that features a new take on Twiztid.
Premiere: Twiztid showcase an evolved sound with "Rose Petal"
Watch the Detroit duo's latest visual that features a new take on Twiztid.

Premiere: Jax Diaries shares epic Western-themed visual for "Come down to say hi"
The straight-forward rock single enlists the talents of Diego DD Cavallotti of Lacuna Coil.
Premiere: Jax Diaries shares epic Western-themed visual for "Come down to say hi"
The straight-forward rock single enlists the talents of Diego DD Cavallotti of Lacuna Coil.

AVOID premiere their trek to America's Last Lawless Town with the visual for "Heat"
The Seattle-based outfit showcase Slab City as the backdrop for their latest single from their forthcoming EP, 'The Burner.'
AVOID premiere their trek to America's Last Lawless Town with the visual for "Heat"
The Seattle-based outfit showcase Slab City as the backdrop for their latest single from their forthcoming EP, 'The Burner.'

Metalcore prospects Afterlife unleash their new single 'Wasting Time'
Only a little more than a year after the release of their emphatic full length, Breaking Point, the Floridian metalcore outfit is again asserting their rank as one of the...
Metalcore prospects Afterlife unleash their new single 'Wasting Time'
Only a little more than a year after the release of their emphatic full length, Breaking Point, the Floridian metalcore outfit is again asserting their rank as one of the genre's most promising prospects.

Premiere: Black Satellite indulges in the darkness with their latest single, "Void"
Watch the lyric video for "Void," the first track from the band's forthcoming album, Aftermath.
Premiere: Black Satellite indulges in the darkness with their latest single, "Void"
Watch the lyric video for "Void," the first track from the band's forthcoming album, Aftermath.

Cradle of Filth ringleader Dani Filth brings us into the Belly of the Beast for their Livestream ...
On October 30th, Cradle of Filth will be streaming their performance from St. Mary's Church in England, and Dani explains what's gone into it.
Cradle of Filth ringleader Dani Filth brings us into the Belly of the Beast for their Livestream ...
On October 30th, Cradle of Filth will be streaming their performance from St. Mary's Church in England, and Dani explains what's gone into it.

Premiere: Bitch Falcon Chart their own course with second single 'Test Trip'
The second single from the band's Staring At Clocks debut LP forges their own identity and reaffirms the band deserves the hype.
Premiere: Bitch Falcon Chart their own course with second single 'Test Trip'
The second single from the band's Staring At Clocks debut LP forges their own identity and reaffirms the band deserves the hype.

The evolution of extremity with Napalm Death
After more than three decades Napalm Death don't just endure, they thrive.
The evolution of extremity with Napalm Death
After more than three decades Napalm Death don't just endure, they thrive.

Cherry Bombs: Grit & Fire in Corey Taylor's "CMFT Must Be Stopped" Video
Alicia Taylor and Cherry Bombs put together a show-stopping performance in one week
Cherry Bombs: Grit & Fire in Corey Taylor's "CMFT Must Be Stopped" Video
Alicia Taylor and Cherry Bombs put together a show-stopping performance in one week

The progression of darkness with Enterprise Earth
One of deathcore's most exciting prospects finds ways to adapt during strange times.
The progression of darkness with Enterprise Earth
One of deathcore's most exciting prospects finds ways to adapt during strange times.

Cherry Bombs Take the Main Stage
Cherry Bombs are paving the way with explosive jaw-dropping aerials, intense fire sequences and dialed-in choreography to rock the stages.
Cherry Bombs Take the Main Stage
Cherry Bombs are paving the way with explosive jaw-dropping aerials, intense fire sequences and dialed-in choreography to rock the stages.

Aaron Gillespie on Underoath's They're Only Chasing Safety
Why it's his personal least favorite, the B-side he's most excited to play and more
Aaron Gillespie on Underoath's They're Only Chasing Safety
Why it's his personal least favorite, the B-side he's most excited to play and more

The Acacia Strain push the boundaries with Slow Decay
The release schedule of the band's latest record challenged the norm. The sound however, sets the bar.
The Acacia Strain push the boundaries with Slow Decay
The release schedule of the band's latest record challenged the norm. The sound however, sets the bar.

Essential Listening: Dave Grohl's True Stories Series Champions Teachers
The first audio installment of Grohl's Instagram handle tackles the schools of reopening schools amid the ongoing pandemic.
Essential Listening: Dave Grohl's True Stories Series Champions Teachers
The first audio installment of Grohl's Instagram handle tackles the schools of reopening schools amid the ongoing pandemic.

Underoath's Chris Dudley recalls capturing lightning in a bottle with Define the Great Line
The band will perform Define the Great Line in its entirety this Friday for their live streaming Observatory Series.
Underoath's Chris Dudley recalls capturing lightning in a bottle with Define the Great Line
The band will perform Define the Great Line in its entirety this Friday for their live streaming Observatory Series.

Lost and Found: Underoath revisit one of their most important albums
Frontman Spencer Chamberlain revisits the Lost In the Sound of Separation era ahead of Underoath's Observatory live streaming event.
Lost and Found: Underoath revisit one of their most important albums
Frontman Spencer Chamberlain revisits the Lost In the Sound of Separation era ahead of Underoath's Observatory live streaming event.

Heavy Is the Head: Crown The Empire Celebrate A Decade of Life On the Road
The band marks the 10th anniversary of their first show ever with an new acoustic album and a mini-documentary
Heavy Is the Head: Crown The Empire Celebrate A Decade of Life On the Road
The band marks the 10th anniversary of their first show ever with an new acoustic album and a mini-documentary

Ice Nine Kills Celebrate 45th Anniversary of The Classic Film Jaws
The band release a mini documentary ice Nine Kills and the Jaws Harpoon Gun and limited edition Rocking the Boat Merch
Ice Nine Kills Celebrate 45th Anniversary of The Classic Film Jaws
The band release a mini documentary ice Nine Kills and the Jaws Harpoon Gun and limited edition Rocking the Boat Merch

Progression At the Speed of Thrash with Havok
Classic sound, modern approach - the Colorado thrashers are looking towards the future.
Progression At the Speed of Thrash with Havok
Classic sound, modern approach - the Colorado thrashers are looking towards the future.

Looking Back: Corey Taylor Reflects On The Slipknot Self-Titled Era
On his Favorite Track: "When we stopped playing it live, I had a hard time enjoying our sets for a very long time."
Looking Back: Corey Taylor Reflects On The Slipknot Self-Titled Era
On his Favorite Track: "When we stopped playing it live, I had a hard time enjoying our sets for a very long time."

Sevendust's Clint Lowery Finds Solace In Song
The veteran guitarist pays tribute to his mother with a surprise EP, Grief and Distance
Sevendust's Clint Lowery Finds Solace In Song
The veteran guitarist pays tribute to his mother with a surprise EP, Grief and Distance

In The Trenches with Warbringer
The Ambassadors of Thrash Balance Tradition and Modernity
In The Trenches with Warbringer
The Ambassadors of Thrash Balance Tradition and Modernity

Xibalba - Emerging From Hell
Though it remains to be seen if Años En Infierno will be Xibalba’s swan song, there is no denying it would be a hell of an exit.
Xibalba - Emerging From Hell
Though it remains to be seen if Años En Infierno will be Xibalba’s swan song, there is no denying it would be a hell of an exit.

Death Tour Strike a Match with "P.I.S.S./U.S."
A molotov-esque response to current social climate and ongoing civil unrest
Death Tour Strike a Match with "P.I.S.S./U.S."
A molotov-esque response to current social climate and ongoing civil unrest

Jesus Piece Go For the Throat
Despite the current pause, the band is a locomotive. When they resume, it's advised you either get a ticket or get the hell off the track.
Jesus Piece Go For the Throat
Despite the current pause, the band is a locomotive. When they resume, it's advised you either get a ticket or get the hell off the track.

Body Count Leads The Bum Rush
As the guitarist and founding member of metal vets Body Count, Ernie C has endured nearly thirty years of pressing on in the face of adversity.
Body Count Leads The Bum Rush
As the guitarist and founding member of metal vets Body Count, Ernie C has endured nearly thirty years of pressing on in the face of adversity.

Champions of the Underground - The Black Dahlia Murder
Three years after their widely-acclaimed Nightbringers album, the band would be faced with the hurdle of succeeding while the world was preoccupied with a global pandemic.
Champions of the Underground - The Black Dahlia Murder
Three years after their widely-acclaimed Nightbringers album, the band would be faced with the hurdle of succeeding while the world was preoccupied with a global pandemic.

Testament Remain 'Titans'
More than three decades deep and Testament is still capturing lighting in a bottle.
Testament Remain 'Titans'
More than three decades deep and Testament is still capturing lighting in a bottle.

Essential Albums List - with Mark Holcomb of Periphery
A conversation with guitarist Mark Holcomb about the music that continues to be influential to them.
Essential Albums List - with Mark Holcomb of Periphery
A conversation with guitarist Mark Holcomb about the music that continues to be influential to them.

Suicide Silence: Becoming The Hunter
SUICIDE SILENCE spent the better part of last year working on their sixth studio effort. Then, enter a pandemic unlike anything this generation has ever seen.
Suicide Silence: Becoming The Hunter
SUICIDE SILENCE spent the better part of last year working on their sixth studio effort. Then, enter a pandemic unlike anything this generation has ever seen.

Tarja
For nearly a decade prior to her own personal artistic reincarnation, Tarja Turunen emerged as a definitive voice and a pioneering purveyor of symphonic metal. As a classically-trained, multi-range soprano,...
Tarja
For nearly a decade prior to her own personal artistic reincarnation, Tarja Turunen emerged as a definitive voice and a pioneering purveyor of symphonic metal. As a classically-trained, multi-range soprano, Tarja soared as the fronting songstress of Finnish powerhouse, Nightwish. What was the catalyst that drove you to begin going through your catalog to compile a best of compilation? My latest In the Raw album happens to be the most personal album in my career, because I wrote the lyrics for it right after having a stroke. Recovering from it and after touring with the album, I decided it was...

4445
The band raised over $20,000.00 for Breonna Taylor and I filed for unemployment in the same week. I’ve never felt so proud and so ashamed.
4445
The band raised over $20,000.00 for Breonna Taylor and I filed for unemployment in the same week. I’ve never felt so proud and so ashamed.
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