News

August Burns Red Enlists Dying Wish for 'Death Below' European Tour

August Burns Red Enlists Dying Wish for 'Death Below' European Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The 2024 run will include a handful of Impericon Fest performances.

August Burns Red Enlists Dying Wish for 'Death Below' European Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The 2024 run will include a handful of Impericon Fest performances.

Photo Courtesy of Konami

Bits and Bytes: Gaming News of the Week 10/20

Daniel Seely

Fresh entries from this year's Indie Horror Showcase, a leaked look at the new Super Mario 'Wonder' entry and a chilling glimpse into the world of Silent Hill: Ascension.

Bits and Bytes: Gaming News of the Week 10/20

Daniel Seely

Fresh entries from this year's Indie Horror Showcase, a leaked look at the new Super Mario 'Wonder' entry and a chilling glimpse into the world of Silent Hill: Ascension.

Photo by Yeti Bones

Ho99o9 Drops Second Installment of Mixtape Series, 'Territory: Turf Talk Vol. 2'

Ramon Gonzales

The collection of new tracks features guest assists from Wargasm, Eyedress, N8NOFACE, DUCKWRTH, HEALTH and more.

Ho99o9 Drops Second Installment of Mixtape Series, 'Territory: Turf Talk Vol. 2'

Ramon Gonzales

The collection of new tracks features guest assists from Wargasm, Eyedress, N8NOFACE, DUCKWRTH, HEALTH and more.

Photo by Alejandro Zapata

Mandatory Jams: New Heat For the Week of 10/20

Ramon Gonzales

Refreshed cuts from Empire State Bastard and Static Dress, plus the return of Texas In July and Aussie aggressors Pincer+ anchor this week's essentials.

Mandatory Jams: New Heat For the Week of 10/20

Ramon Gonzales

Refreshed cuts from Empire State Bastard and Static Dress, plus the return of Texas In July and Aussie aggressors Pincer+ anchor this week's essentials.

New Flesh 10/20: Releases From The Callous Daoboys, Go Ahead and Die, Myrkur & More!

New Flesh 10/20: Releases From The Callous Daoboys, Go Ahead and Die, Myrkur & More!

Cori Westbrook

This week's list covers a broad spectrum of heavy music and even includes a nod to pop punk greats for a bit of a curveball.

New Flesh 10/20: Releases From The Callous Daoboys, Go Ahead and Die, Myrkur & More!

Cori Westbrook

This week's list covers a broad spectrum of heavy music and even includes a nod to pop punk greats for a bit of a curveball.

Photo by Mike Truheart

RIvers of Nihil Debut Mammoth New Single, "Hellbirds"

Ramon Gonzales

The band begins the European leg of Lorna Shore's Pain Remains tour next month along with Ingested and Distant.

RIvers of Nihil Debut Mammoth New Single, "Hellbirds"

Ramon Gonzales

The band begins the European leg of Lorna Shore's Pain Remains tour next month along with Ingested and Distant.

Biohazard, H20, The Chisel and More Confirmed for Disturbin' the Peace 2024

Biohazard, H20, The Chisel and More Confirmed for Disturbin' the Peace 2024

Ramon Gonzales

The Flatspot Records founded fest expands to two days with a full slate of hardcore OGs and the genre's new school aggressors.

Biohazard, H20, The Chisel and More Confirmed for Disturbin' the Peace 2024

Ramon Gonzales

The Flatspot Records founded fest expands to two days with a full slate of hardcore OGs and the genre's new school aggressors.

Dimmu Borgir Confirm First-Ever Covers Album, 'Inspiratio Profanus'

Dimmu Borgir Confirm First-Ever Covers Album, 'Inspiratio Profanus'

Ramon Gonzales

The compilation of tracks includes covers of Bathory, Celtic Frost, Deep Purple, Accept, Twisted Sister and the Venom classic, "Black Metal".

Dimmu Borgir Confirm First-Ever Covers Album, 'Inspiratio Profanus'

Ramon Gonzales

The compilation of tracks includes covers of Bathory, Celtic Frost, Deep Purple, Accept, Twisted Sister and the Venom classic, "Black Metal".

LUTHARO Unleashes 'Born To Ride': A Fusion of Metal & Go-Karts

LUTHARO Unleashes 'Born To Ride': A Fusion of Metal & Go-Karts

Cori Westbrook

The track arrives as the band gears up to support Unleash the Archers for a stretch of Canadian dates.

LUTHARO Unleashes 'Born To Ride': A Fusion of Metal & Go-Karts

Cori Westbrook

The track arrives as the band gears up to support Unleash the Archers for a stretch of Canadian dates.

Photo by Travis Shinn

Dragonforce Introduce New Album, 'Warp Speed Warrior' With Legend of Zelda-Inspired Single

Ramon Gonzales

The collective of virtuoso led by Herman Li and Sam Totman begin their North American tour this week with support from Amaranthe, NanowaR of Steel, Edge of Paradise and online sensation, Billy...

Dragonforce Introduce New Album, 'Warp Speed Warrior' With Legend of Zelda-Inspired Single

Ramon Gonzales

The collective of virtuoso led by Herman Li and Sam Totman begin their North American tour this week with support from Amaranthe, NanowaR of Steel, Edge of Paradise and online sensation, Billy Watkins. 

Cannibal Corpse Lead A Trail of Destruction On the 'Chaos Horrific' Tour

Cannibal Corpse Lead A Trail of Destruction On the 'Chaos Horrific' Tour

Ramon Gonzales

See the gallery of images from the band's Southern California tour stop with Mayhem and Gorguts.

Cannibal Corpse Lead A Trail of Destruction On the 'Chaos Horrific' Tour

Ramon Gonzales

See the gallery of images from the band's Southern California tour stop with Mayhem and Gorguts.

Imperial Triumphant Continue Series of Covers With Chaotic Tribute to Metallica

Imperial Triumphant Continue Series of Covers With Chaotic Tribute to Metallica

Ramon Gonzales

The classic "Motorbreath" is the latest in a series that has spanned Radiohead, Dizzy Gillespie and Rush.

Imperial Triumphant Continue Series of Covers With Chaotic Tribute to Metallica

Ramon Gonzales

The classic "Motorbreath" is the latest in a series that has spanned Radiohead, Dizzy Gillespie and Rush.

Creeper Unveil 9-Minute Goth Rock Epic With "Further Than Forever"

Creeper Unveil 9-Minute Goth Rock Epic With "Further Than Forever"

Ramon Gonzales

The wildly ambitious new video showcases one of the biggest musical moments from the band's recent opus, Sanguivore. 

Creeper Unveil 9-Minute Goth Rock Epic With "Further Than Forever"

Ramon Gonzales

The wildly ambitious new video showcases one of the biggest musical moments from the band's recent opus, Sanguivore. 

Wargasm Debut 'Deranged Love Anthem' With "Modern Love"

Wargasm Debut 'Deranged Love Anthem' With "Modern Love"

Ramon Gonzales

The single previews the band's forthcoming debut full length, 'Venom' which lands later this month.

Wargasm Debut 'Deranged Love Anthem' With "Modern Love"

Ramon Gonzales

The single previews the band's forthcoming debut full length, 'Venom' which lands later this month.

Photo by Jasmine McCormick

NYHC legends Sick Of It All File Lawsuit Against Supreme and Mobb Deep for Copyright Infringement

Ramon Gonzales

The band's iconic dragon logo is the imagery in question - iconography that has been connected to the hardcore collective since the late 80's.

NYHC legends Sick Of It All File Lawsuit Against Supreme and Mobb Deep for Copyright Infringement

Ramon Gonzales

The band's iconic dragon logo is the imagery in question - iconography that has been connected to the hardcore collective since the late 80's.

YUNGBLUD Goes Glitchpop With Oli Sykes of Bring Me the Horizon on "Happier"

YUNGBLUD Goes Glitchpop With Oli Sykes of Bring Me the Horizon on "Happier"

Ramon Gonzales

The two will join forces live fof a stretch of international tour dates later this month.

YUNGBLUD Goes Glitchpop With Oli Sykes of Bring Me the Horizon on "Happier"

Ramon Gonzales

The two will join forces live fof a stretch of international tour dates later this month.

Lamb to Slaughter: Ice Nine Kills’ Newest Sinister Single Takes Center Stage

Lamb to Slaughter: Ice Nine Kills’ Newest Sinister Single Takes Center Stage

Cori Westbrook

The Silence of The Lambs-inspired clip is lifted from the band's forthcoming 'Welcome to Horrorwood: Under Fire' deluxe LP due out this week vai Fearless Records. 

Lamb to Slaughter: Ice Nine Kills’ Newest Sinister Single Takes Center Stage

Cori Westbrook

The Silence of The Lambs-inspired clip is lifted from the band's forthcoming 'Welcome to Horrorwood: Under Fire' deluxe LP due out this week vai Fearless Records. 

Machine Head Recruit Fear Factory and Orbit Culture for 2024 North American Tour

Machine Head Recruit Fear Factory and Orbit Culture for 2024 North American Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The Slaughter The Martøur run kicks off with a hometown set, the band's first since 2020.

Machine Head Recruit Fear Factory and Orbit Culture for 2024 North American Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The Slaughter The Martøur run kicks off with a hometown set, the band's first since 2020.

OTTTO Honor the Navajo Nation with New Visual for "Night Howlers"

OTTTO Honor the Navajo Nation with New Visual for "Night Howlers"

Ramon Gonzales

The cut is taken from the band's recent full length release, 'Life Is A Game'.

OTTTO Honor the Navajo Nation with New Visual for "Night Howlers"

Ramon Gonzales

The cut is taken from the band's recent full length release, 'Life Is A Game'.

VRSTY Unleashes Mesmerizing Music Video for Latest Single "Glad You Came"

VRSTY Unleashes Mesmerizing Music Video for Latest Single "Glad You Came"

Cori Westbrook

The full length, 'Levitate' is due out later this month via Spinefarm.

VRSTY Unleashes Mesmerizing Music Video for Latest Single "Glad You Came"

Cori Westbrook

The full length, 'Levitate' is due out later this month via Spinefarm.

Photo by Travis Shinn

Disturbed Recruit Falling In Reverse and Plush Next Leg of the 'Take Back Your Life' Tour

Ramon Gonzales

Tickets for the 2024 run will go on-sale starting October 20th.

Disturbed Recruit Falling In Reverse and Plush Next Leg of the 'Take Back Your Life' Tour

Ramon Gonzales

Tickets for the 2024 run will go on-sale starting October 20th.

Photo by Tim Saccenti

Code Orange Confirm 'The Above' Tour for 2024

Ramon Gonzales

The 24-date stretch will showcases selections from the band's latest opus and will feature support from Teenage Wrist, Spy, Gridiron, and Soul Blind. 

Code Orange Confirm 'The Above' Tour for 2024

Ramon Gonzales

The 24-date stretch will showcases selections from the band's latest opus and will feature support from Teenage Wrist, Spy, Gridiron, and Soul Blind. 

Photo by Ebru Yildiz

Baroness Debut Deluxe Version of 'Stone'

Ramon Gonzales

The upgraded variant of the recent Abraxan Hymns release features six live entries captured and mastered from the band’s 2022 'Your Baroness' tour. 

Baroness Debut Deluxe Version of 'Stone'

Ramon Gonzales

The upgraded variant of the recent Abraxan Hymns release features six live entries captured and mastered from the band’s 2022 'Your Baroness' tour. 

Photo by Maurice Nunez

Beartooth To Tour North America to Kick of 2024

Ramon Gonzales

The extensive run will begin early next year and will feature supporting sets from The Plot In You, Invent.Animate and Sleep Theory.

Beartooth To Tour North America to Kick of 2024

Ramon Gonzales

The extensive run will begin early next year and will feature supporting sets from The Plot In You, Invent.Animate and Sleep Theory.

FIERCE BITES: OCTOBER MENU

FIERCE BITES: OCTOBER MENU

Ramon Gonzales

Columnist Harris David Sources Quality Eats That Connect With Fans of Heavy Culture.

FIERCE BITES: OCTOBER MENU

Ramon Gonzales

Columnist Harris David Sources Quality Eats That Connect With Fans of Heavy Culture.

Photo by Brian Ziff

CROSSES ††† Announce 'Familiar World' Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The news arrives on the release date of the duo's ighly anticipated album, Goodnight, God Bless, I Love U, Delete.

CROSSES ††† Announce 'Familiar World' Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The news arrives on the release date of the duo's ighly anticipated album, Goodnight, God Bless, I Love U, Delete.

MAGGIE LINDEMANN AND siiickbrain CONVERGE FOR POWERFUL NEW SINGLE "deprecating"

MAGGIE LINDEMANN AND siiickbrain CONVERGE FOR POWERFUL NEW SINGLE "deprecating"

Cori Westbrook

Check the contrasting styles that make for a potent combination on Lindemann's first reveal of new music since 2022's 'Suckerpunch'.  

MAGGIE LINDEMANN AND siiickbrain CONVERGE FOR POWERFUL NEW SINGLE "deprecating"

Cori Westbrook

Check the contrasting styles that make for a potent combination on Lindemann's first reveal of new music since 2022's 'Suckerpunch'.  

New Flesh 10/13: Releases From Beartooth, Twin Temple and More!

New Flesh 10/13: Releases From Beartooth, Twin Temple and More!

Corinne Westbrook

From Satanic doo wop to progressive metal to modern hardcore, this week's shortlist of releases are all killer, no filler.

New Flesh 10/13: Releases From Beartooth, Twin Temple and More!

Corinne Westbrook

From Satanic doo wop to progressive metal to modern hardcore, this week's shortlist of releases are all killer, no filler.

Jonathan Weiner

Spiritbox Drop Unhinged New Track, "Cellar Door"

Ramon Gonzales

The gargantuan single offers an assertive preview of the pending 'The Fear of Fear' EP due out next month. 

Spiritbox Drop Unhinged New Track, "Cellar Door"

Ramon Gonzales

The gargantuan single offers an assertive preview of the pending 'The Fear of Fear' EP due out next month. 

Photo by Anthony Scanga

Slipknot Debut Disturbing New Visual for "Hive Mind"

Ramon Gonzales

The latest offering from M. Shawn Crahan is yet another tour de force that asserts Slipknot continues to perform at their peak.

Slipknot Debut Disturbing New Visual for "Hive Mind"

Ramon Gonzales

The latest offering from M. Shawn Crahan is yet another tour de force that asserts Slipknot continues to perform at their peak.

Employed To Serve Drops Electrifying "World Ender" Live Video Ahead of UK Tour

Employed To Serve Drops Electrifying "World Ender" Live Video Ahead of UK Tour

Corinne Westbrook

Watch the powerful live clip captured during the band's live performance from this year's Bloodstock.

Employed To Serve Drops Electrifying "World Ender" Live Video Ahead of UK Tour

Corinne Westbrook

Watch the powerful live clip captured during the band's live performance from this year's Bloodstock.

Extol Breaks Their 10 Year SIlence With A Double Single Release

Extol Breaks Their 10 Year SIlence With A Double Single Release

Corinne Westbrook

The arrival of "Labyrinth of Ill" and "Exigency" suggest a live return from the celebrated band on hiatus since 2014. 

Extol Breaks Their 10 Year SIlence With A Double Single Release

Corinne Westbrook

The arrival of "Labyrinth of Ill" and "Exigency" suggest a live return from the celebrated band on hiatus since 2014. 

Brutal Thrashers I Am Go 8-Bit Berserk On New Video "Infernal Panther"

Brutal Thrashers I Am Go 8-Bit Berserk On New Video "Infernal Panther"

Corinne Westbrook

Check the latest release from Eternal Steel which features a brief cameo from none other than George "Corpsegrinder" Fisher of Cannibal Corpse.

Brutal Thrashers I Am Go 8-Bit Berserk On New Video "Infernal Panther"

Corinne Westbrook

Check the latest release from Eternal Steel which features a brief cameo from none other than George "Corpsegrinder" Fisher of Cannibal Corpse.

Future Static Drops Mesmerizing New Track "The Hourglass"

Future Static Drops Mesmerizing New Track "The Hourglass"

Corinne Westbrook

The single previews the band's forthcoming debut album, 'Liminality', which lands next month.

Future Static Drops Mesmerizing New Track "The Hourglass"

Corinne Westbrook

The single previews the band's forthcoming debut album, 'Liminality', which lands next month.

Jay Weinberg x Paul Booth x House of Masks Team Up For PaleFest Exclusive

Jay Weinberg x Paul Booth x House of Masks Team Up For PaleFest Exclusive

Ramon Gonzales

The renowned tattooer has customized three of the Slipknot drummer's stageworn masks which will be made available for auction with net proceeds benefitting Musicares.

Jay Weinberg x Paul Booth x House of Masks Team Up For PaleFest Exclusive

Ramon Gonzales

The renowned tattooer has customized three of the Slipknot drummer's stageworn masks which will be made available for auction with net proceeds benefitting Musicares.

Photo by Caleb Conner

Full of Hell and Nothing Join Forces for Joint LP, 'When No Birds Sang'

Ramon Gonzales

Experience the towering wall of sound showcased on the first single, "Spend the Grace".

Full of Hell and Nothing Join Forces for Joint LP, 'When No Birds Sang'

Ramon Gonzales

Experience the towering wall of sound showcased on the first single, "Spend the Grace".

Photo by Nick Chance

Enterprise Earth Usher In A New Era With, 'Death: An Anthology'

Ramon Gonzales

The February release via MNRK Heavy features guest spots from Matt Heafy of Trivium, Darius Tehrani of Spite and Wes Hauch of Alluvial with the introductory single "King of Ruination"...

Enterprise Earth Usher In A New Era With, 'Death: An Anthology'

Ramon Gonzales

The February release via MNRK Heavy features guest spots from Matt Heafy of Trivium, Darius Tehrani of Spite and Wes Hauch of Alluvial with the introductory single "King of Ruination" featuring Ben Duerr from Shadow of Intent.

Show Me the Body To Release 'Live & Loose In the USA'

Show Me the Body To Release 'Live & Loose In the USA'

Ramon Gonzales

The collection of 15 live recordings marks the one year anniversary 'Trouble The Water' and documents the band's celebrated World War Tour which featured Jesus Piece and ZULU. 

Show Me the Body To Release 'Live & Loose In the USA'

Ramon Gonzales

The collection of 15 live recordings marks the one year anniversary 'Trouble The Water' and documents the band's celebrated World War Tour which featured Jesus Piece and ZULU. 

Famous Monsters of Filmland Marks 65th Anniversary With Famous Monsters Festvial

Famous Monsters of Filmland Marks 65th Anniversary With Famous Monsters Festvial

Ramon Gonzales

The three-day event includes appearances from luminaries ranging from The Osbournes, Scott Ian and Frank Bello of Anthrax, horror legend Tom Savini, Famous Monsters co-founder James Warren and many more.

Famous Monsters of Filmland Marks 65th Anniversary With Famous Monsters Festvial

Ramon Gonzales

The three-day event includes appearances from luminaries ranging from The Osbournes, Scott Ian and Frank Bello of Anthrax, horror legend Tom Savini, Famous Monsters co-founder James Warren and many more.

Photo by Steve Thrasher

TOOL Kick Off 2024 With 20-Date Arena Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The band are currently trekking throughout North America on a run of fall dates that include their first Canadian shows since 2019.

TOOL Kick Off 2024 With 20-Date Arena Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The band are currently trekking throughout North America on a run of fall dates that include their first Canadian shows since 2019.

END Evolve Their Musical Extremity With New Single, "Thaw"

END Evolve Their Musical Extremity With New Single, "Thaw"

Ramon Gonzales

Check the latest preview from 'The Sin of Human Frailty' which features a guest assist from Heriot's Debbie Gough.

END Evolve Their Musical Extremity With New Single, "Thaw"

Ramon Gonzales

Check the latest preview from 'The Sin of Human Frailty' which features a guest assist from Heriot's Debbie Gough.

Photo by Jena Yannone

Former Every Time I Die frontman Keith Buckley Announces New Band, Many Eyes

Ramon Gonzales

The confirmation includes news of a debut single from Jamey Jasta's Perseverance Media Group and a tour announcement supporting Thursday for the 21st anniversary of 'War All the Time'.

Former Every Time I Die frontman Keith Buckley Announces New Band, Many Eyes

Ramon Gonzales

The confirmation includes news of a debut single from Jamey Jasta's Perseverance Media Group and a tour announcement supporting Thursday for the 21st anniversary of 'War All the Time'.

Photo by Steve Rose

Sick New World 2024 Topped By System of A Down, Slipknot, A Perfect Circle, Bring Me the Horizon ...

Ramon Gonzales

The 2024 line-up leans into industrial, hardcore and metalcore with an epic line-up that promises to be one of the biggest events of next year.

Sick New World 2024 Topped By System of A Down, Slipknot, A Perfect Circle, Bring Me the Horizon ...

Ramon Gonzales

The 2024 line-up leans into industrial, hardcore and metalcore with an epic line-up that promises to be one of the biggest events of next year.

Photo Courtesy of Power Trip

Judas Priest Confirm New Album, 'Invincible Shield'

Ramon Gonzales

The announcement was made onstage during the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers during their set at the inaugural Power Trip weekender in Indio, CA.

Judas Priest Confirm New Album, 'Invincible Shield'

Ramon Gonzales

The announcement was made onstage during the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers during their set at the inaugural Power Trip weekender in Indio, CA.

Nu-school collective JYNX premieres energized new track, "Cut Loose"

Nu-school collective JYNX premieres energized new track, "Cut Loose"

Ramon Gonzales

The New York outfit pooling rock and hip hop showcase their step-up as songwriters with stylistic sheen.

Nu-school collective JYNX premieres energized new track, "Cut Loose"

Ramon Gonzales

The New York outfit pooling rock and hip hop showcase their step-up as songwriters with stylistic sheen.

A Reconfigured Thrown Into Exile Debut New Single, "You've Fallen So Far"

A Reconfigured Thrown Into Exile Debut New Single, "You've Fallen So Far"

Ramon Gonzales

The L.A. unit welcome new guitarist Austin Monzon and celebrate the return of original vocalist, Evan Seidlitz on the epic standalone single. 

A Reconfigured Thrown Into Exile Debut New Single, "You've Fallen So Far"

Ramon Gonzales

The L.A. unit welcome new guitarist Austin Monzon and celebrate the return of original vocalist, Evan Seidlitz on the epic standalone single. 

Lamb of God Share Brawny New Single, "Evidence"

Lamb of God Share Brawny New Single, "Evidence"

Ramon Gonzales

The track marks the one year anniversary of their celebrated full length, Omens, of which the band will share the 'Making Of: Omens' documentary wide for the first time since it's...

Lamb of God Share Brawny New Single, "Evidence"

Ramon Gonzales

The track marks the one year anniversary of their celebrated full length, Omens, of which the band will share the 'Making Of: Omens' documentary wide for the first time since it's release. 

Photo by Jason Carlson

Suffocation unleash death metal decimation with "Perpetual Deception"

Ramon Gonzales

The latest from the New York OGs ninth album 'Hymns From The Apocrypha' references the band's 1991 classic, "Jesus Wept".

Suffocation unleash death metal decimation with "Perpetual Deception"

Ramon Gonzales

The latest from the New York OGs ninth album 'Hymns From The Apocrypha' references the band's 1991 classic, "Jesus Wept".

Photo by Mynxii White

HEALTH launches 'Rat Wars' with a pair of pummeling singles

Ramon Gonzales

Check the tracks that feature Willie Adler from Lamb of God and a sample from a Godflesh essential.

HEALTH launches 'Rat Wars' with a pair of pummeling singles

Ramon Gonzales

Check the tracks that feature Willie Adler from Lamb of God and a sample from a Godflesh essential.

Photo by Jeremy Saffer

Static-X unveils new animated video for "Zombie"

Ramon Gonzales

The single previews the band's 'Project Regeneration: Vol. 2' due out early 2024.  

Static-X unveils new animated video for "Zombie"

Ramon Gonzales

The single previews the band's 'Project Regeneration: Vol. 2' due out early 2024.  

Featured MERCH