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Sylosis Drop Crushing Live Video for "Poison for the Lost"

Sylosis Drop Crushing Live Video for "Poison for the Lost"

Ramon Gonzales

The clip offers a preview of the band's explosive live set ahead of their first headlining EU/UK tour in eight years.

Sylosis Drop Crushing Live Video for "Poison for the Lost"

Ramon Gonzales

The clip offers a preview of the band's explosive live set ahead of their first headlining EU/UK tour in eight years.

Northlane To Return to North America for 'Mirror's Edge' Tour

Northlane To Return to North America for 'Mirror's Edge' Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The summer stretch will include supporting sets from Invent Animate, Thornhill, and Windwaker.

Northlane To Return to North America for 'Mirror's Edge' Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The summer stretch will include supporting sets from Invent Animate, Thornhill, and Windwaker.

New Flesh 3/15: Aborted, Necrophobic, Brat & More!

New Flesh 3/15: Aborted, Necrophobic, Brat & More!

Cori Westbrook

Contributor Cori Westbrook surveys the latest in extreme music ranging from death, tech, black, grind and more.

New Flesh 3/15: Aborted, Necrophobic, Brat & More!

Cori Westbrook

Contributor Cori Westbrook surveys the latest in extreme music ranging from death, tech, black, grind and more.

Mandatory Jams: New Heat for The Week 3/15

Mandatory Jams: New Heat for The Week 3/15

Ramon Gonzales

Check the list of fresh new tracks from Windwaker, Erra, Nascar Aloe, Mike's Dead and more.

Mandatory Jams: New Heat for The Week 3/15

Ramon Gonzales

Check the list of fresh new tracks from Windwaker, Erra, Nascar Aloe, Mike's Dead and more.

Punk Legends Link As Circle Jerks and Descendents Team for Joint EP

Punk Legends Link As Circle Jerks and Descendents Team for Joint EP

Ramon Gonzales

The Trust Records surprise release features the bands each taking on the other's classics ahead of their co-headlining tour.

Punk Legends Link As Circle Jerks and Descendents Team for Joint EP

Ramon Gonzales

The Trust Records surprise release features the bands each taking on the other's classics ahead of their co-headlining tour.

Babymetal Drop Explosive Collab Track "Leave It All Behind"

Babymetal Drop Explosive Collab Track "Leave It All Behind"

Ramon Gonzales

The layered single features verses from Thai rapper F. Hero and Thai rock champions, BODYSLAM. 

Babymetal Drop Explosive Collab Track "Leave It All Behind"

Ramon Gonzales

The layered single features verses from Thai rapper F. Hero and Thai rock champions, BODYSLAM. 

See the First Trailer for the Long-Awaited Reboot of 'The Crow'

See the First Trailer for the Long-Awaited Reboot of 'The Crow'

Ramon Gonzales

Bill Skarsgard takes on the iconic role of Eric Draven -  the antihero made famous by the late Brandon Lee.

See the First Trailer for the Long-Awaited Reboot of 'The Crow'

Ramon Gonzales

Bill Skarsgard takes on the iconic role of Eric Draven -  the antihero made famous by the late Brandon Lee.

Vended Drop Ferocious New Single, "The Far Side"

Vended Drop Ferocious New Single, "The Far Side"

Ramon Gonzales

Watch the Derek Rathbun-directed clip and get the details on the band's upcoming EU/UK tour with Gloom in the Corner and Profiler. 

Vended Drop Ferocious New Single, "The Far Side"

Ramon Gonzales

Watch the Derek Rathbun-directed clip and get the details on the band's upcoming EU/UK tour with Gloom in the Corner and Profiler. 

Knot's Happening Australia - Episode 4

Knot's Happening Australia - Episode 4

Maxime Cherrier

‘Knot’s Happening’, host Monica Strut gives you the lowdown on everything you need to know to be in the know about Knotfest Australia.

Knot's Happening Australia - Episode 4

Maxime Cherrier

‘Knot’s Happening’, host Monica Strut gives you the lowdown on everything you need to know to be in the know about Knotfest Australia.

Six Feet Under Announce Fourteenth Studio Album, 'Killing for Revenge'

Six Feet Under Announce Fourteenth Studio Album, 'Killing for Revenge'

Ramon Gonzales

Chris Barnes and Jack Owen reunite on the blistering introductory track, "Know-Nothing Ingrate".

Six Feet Under Announce Fourteenth Studio Album, 'Killing for Revenge'

Ramon Gonzales

Chris Barnes and Jack Owen reunite on the blistering introductory track, "Know-Nothing Ingrate".

Destroy Boys Pack A Pop-Rock Wallop on "Plucked"

Destroy Boys Pack A Pop-Rock Wallop on "Plucked"

Ramon Gonzales

The first showing of new music on the year precedes the band's upcoming third annual Destroyfest in Los Angeles.

Destroy Boys Pack A Pop-Rock Wallop on "Plucked"

Ramon Gonzales

The first showing of new music on the year precedes the band's upcoming third annual Destroyfest in Los Angeles.

Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats Channel 70's Italian Cinema With New Full Length, 'Nell’ Ora Blu'’

Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats Channel 70's Italian Cinema With New Full Length, 'Nell’ Ora Blu'’

Ramon Gonzales

The project done entirely in Italian also features fixtures of the niche film genre in Franco Nero and Edwige Fenech. 

Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats Channel 70's Italian Cinema With New Full Length, 'Nell’ Ora Blu'’

Ramon Gonzales

The project done entirely in Italian also features fixtures of the niche film genre in Franco Nero and Edwige Fenech. 

Breaking Benjamin and Staind Team for Co-Headlining US Tour

Breaking Benjamin and Staind Team for Co-Headlining US Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The 23-date trek spanning September and October will feature supporting sets from Daughtry and Lakeview.

Breaking Benjamin and Staind Team for Co-Headlining US Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The 23-date trek spanning September and October will feature supporting sets from Daughtry and Lakeview.

Gatecreeper Announce Nuclear Blast Debut, 'Dark Superstition'

Gatecreeper Announce Nuclear Blast Debut, 'Dark Superstition'

Ramon Gonzales

Check the latest single, "The Black Curtain" and get the details on the album that enlists Kurt Ballou of Converge and Fred Estby of Dismember. 

Gatecreeper Announce Nuclear Blast Debut, 'Dark Superstition'

Ramon Gonzales

Check the latest single, "The Black Curtain" and get the details on the album that enlists Kurt Ballou of Converge and Fred Estby of Dismember. 

Fallujah Celebrate 10th Anniversary of The Flesh Prevails with Re-Release and Tour

Fallujah Celebrate 10th Anniversary of The Flesh Prevails with Re-Release and Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The run will include support from Persefone, Vulvodynia, and Dawn of Ouroboros and will feature the sophomore album performed in full each night. 

Fallujah Celebrate 10th Anniversary of The Flesh Prevails with Re-Release and Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The run will include support from Persefone, Vulvodynia, and Dawn of Ouroboros and will feature the sophomore album performed in full each night. 

311 Unveil Unity Tour Summer Tour

311 Unveil Unity Tour Summer Tour

Ramon Gonzales

Get details on the trek that will include support from Awolnation and Neon Trees, plus see the band's recent NPR Tiny Desk Concert to commemorate 311 Day 2024!

311 Unveil Unity Tour Summer Tour

Ramon Gonzales

Get details on the trek that will include support from Awolnation and Neon Trees, plus see the band's recent NPR Tiny Desk Concert to commemorate 311 Day 2024!

Baroness Extend Sweet Oblivion Tour With European Leg

Baroness Extend Sweet Oblivion Tour With European Leg

Ramon Gonzales

The tour will include stops at major festivals including Wacken, Brutal Assault and ArcTanGent.

Baroness Extend Sweet Oblivion Tour With European Leg

Ramon Gonzales

The tour will include stops at major festivals including Wacken, Brutal Assault and ArcTanGent.

Blake Harrison of Pig Destroyer Has Passed Away

Blake Harrison of Pig Destroyer Has Passed Away

Ramon Gonzales

Read the statement from the band in which they share Harrison remains "etched into the bedrock of our lives". 

Blake Harrison of Pig Destroyer Has Passed Away

Ramon Gonzales

Read the statement from the band in which they share Harrison remains "etched into the bedrock of our lives". 

Slipknot Announce 2025 Return to Australia to Commemorate 25th Anniversary

Slipknot Announce 2025 Return to Australia to Commemorate 25th Anniversary

Ramon Gonzales

Ticketholders for Knotfest Australia 2024 featuring Pantera, Lamb of God and Disturbed will have priority access to tickets before anyone else.

Slipknot Announce 2025 Return to Australia to Commemorate 25th Anniversary

Ramon Gonzales

Ticketholders for Knotfest Australia 2024 featuring Pantera, Lamb of God and Disturbed will have priority access to tickets before anyone else.

New Flesh: Releases from Midnight, GOST, Judas Priest & More!

New Flesh: Releases from Midnight, GOST, Judas Priest & More!

Cori Westbrook

Contributor Cori Westbrook compiles a shortlist of this week's necessary releases spanning death, progressive, industrial and classic heavy metal.

New Flesh: Releases from Midnight, GOST, Judas Priest & More!

Cori Westbrook

Contributor Cori Westbrook compiles a shortlist of this week's necessary releases spanning death, progressive, industrial and classic heavy metal.

Scowl and Flatspot Records Cut Ties with SXSW

Scowl and Flatspot Records Cut Ties with SXSW

Ramon Gonzales

Several bands including GEL have followed suit in opposition to defense companies sponsoring the conference.

Scowl and Flatspot Records Cut Ties with SXSW

Ramon Gonzales

Several bands including GEL have followed suit in opposition to defense companies sponsoring the conference.

Five Finger Death Punch to Headline U.S. Tour

Five Finger Death Punch to Headline U.S. Tour

Cori Westbrook

The run will include support from Marilyn Manson and Slaughter to Prevail.

Five Finger Death Punch to Headline U.S. Tour

Cori Westbrook

The run will include support from Marilyn Manson and Slaughter to Prevail.

Mandatory Jams: New Heat For the Week of 3/8

Mandatory Jams: New Heat For the Week of 3/8

Ramon Gonzales

Check entries from The Devil Wears Prada, Sonoran punks Margaritas Podridas, metallic EBM standouts Purest Form and more.

Mandatory Jams: New Heat For the Week of 3/8

Ramon Gonzales

Check entries from The Devil Wears Prada, Sonoran punks Margaritas Podridas, metallic EBM standouts Purest Form and more.

Dark Tranquility Confirm Thirteenth Studio Album, 'Endtime Signals'

Dark Tranquility Confirm Thirteenth Studio Album, 'Endtime Signals'

Ramon Gonzales

The announcement is coupled with the release of the album's expansive first single, "The Last Imagination".

Dark Tranquility Confirm Thirteenth Studio Album, 'Endtime Signals'

Ramon Gonzales

The announcement is coupled with the release of the album's expansive first single, "The Last Imagination".

Escuela Grind Issues Statement Amid Recent Controversies with Crew

Escuela Grind Issues Statement Amid Recent Controversies with Crew

Ramon Gonzales

The band issued their final statement on the matter, thanking fans for sticking with them, promising to strive for better and sharing their intentions of moving forward.

Escuela Grind Issues Statement Amid Recent Controversies with Crew

Ramon Gonzales

The band issued their final statement on the matter, thanking fans for sticking with them, promising to strive for better and sharing their intentions of moving forward.

Jinjer To Release First-Ever Live DVD/BluRay - 'Live In Los Angeles'

Jinjer To Release First-Ever Live DVD/BluRay - 'Live In Los Angeles'

Ramon Gonzales

Watch the crushing preview with the clip of "Call Me A Symbol".

Jinjer To Release First-Ever Live DVD/BluRay - 'Live In Los Angeles'

Ramon Gonzales

Watch the crushing preview with the clip of "Call Me A Symbol".

Aggressors Full of Hell Announce New Album, 'Coagulated Bliss'

Aggressors Full of Hell Announce New Album, 'Coagulated Bliss'

Ramon Gonzales

The mammoth sixth studio album is introduced with the volatile first single, "Doors to Mental Agony".

Aggressors Full of Hell Announce New Album, 'Coagulated Bliss'

Ramon Gonzales

The mammoth sixth studio album is introduced with the volatile first single, "Doors to Mental Agony".

Baroness and Red Fang Team Up for Brief Spring Tour

Baroness and Red Fang Team Up for Brief Spring Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The short stretch of live dates marks the first time ever the two bands have toured together.

Baroness and Red Fang Team Up for Brief Spring Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The short stretch of live dates marks the first time ever the two bands have toured together.

Thy Art Is Murder Reveal EU/UK Headlining Tour Dates

Thy Art Is Murder Reveal EU/UK Headlining Tour Dates

Ramon Gonzales

Various support will include sets from Dying Fetus, Sanguisugabogg, Fit For A King, ERRA, Alpha Wolf and Shadow of Intent.   

Thy Art Is Murder Reveal EU/UK Headlining Tour Dates

Ramon Gonzales

Various support will include sets from Dying Fetus, Sanguisugabogg, Fit For A King, ERRA, Alpha Wolf and Shadow of Intent.   

Mark Morton of Lamb of God Pens New Book, 'Desolation: A Heavy Metal Memoir'

Mark Morton of Lamb of God Pens New Book, 'Desolation: A Heavy Metal Memoir'

Ramon Gonzales

The poignant read offers a first-hand account of Morton being at odds with achieving success as the guitarist for one of metal's most influential bands, while battling grief, anxiety and addiction.

Mark Morton of Lamb of God Pens New Book, 'Desolation: A Heavy Metal Memoir'

Ramon Gonzales

The poignant read offers a first-hand account of Morton being at odds with achieving success as the guitarist for one of metal's most influential bands, while battling grief, anxiety and addiction.

Horror Legend John Carpenter Announces New Album, 'Lost Themes IV: Noir'

Horror Legend John Carpenter Announces New Album, 'Lost Themes IV: Noir'

Ramon Gonzales

See the mini-film music video for "My Name Is Death" directed by Ambar Navarro, starring Natalie Mering (Weyes Blood), Staz Lindes (The Paranoyds) and Misha Lindes (SadGirl).

Horror Legend John Carpenter Announces New Album, 'Lost Themes IV: Noir'

Ramon Gonzales

See the mini-film music video for "My Name Is Death" directed by Ambar Navarro, starring Natalie Mering (Weyes Blood), Staz Lindes (The Paranoyds) and Misha Lindes (SadGirl).

Knot’s Happening Australia - Episode 3 (6 March)

Knot’s Happening Australia - Episode 3 (6 March)

Maxime Cherrier

‘Knot’s Happening’, host Monica Strut gives you the lowdown on everything new for Knotfest Australia.

Knot’s Happening Australia - Episode 3 (6 March)

Maxime Cherrier

‘Knot’s Happening’, host Monica Strut gives you the lowdown on everything new for Knotfest Australia.

Jay Weinberg Officially Named New Drummer for Suicidal Tendencies

Jay Weinberg Officially Named New Drummer for Suicidal Tendencies

Ramon Gonzales

The announcement follows his recent work with funk metal pioneers, Infectious Grooves.

Jay Weinberg Officially Named New Drummer for Suicidal Tendencies

Ramon Gonzales

The announcement follows his recent work with funk metal pioneers, Infectious Grooves.

The Black Dahlia Murder to Return to Europe For the First Time Since 2019

The Black Dahlia Murder to Return to Europe For the First Time Since 2019

Ramon Gonzales

The trek will include several headlining dates in between festival appearance with support from Suffocation, Shadow of Intent, and Decapitated on select dates.

The Black Dahlia Murder to Return to Europe For the First Time Since 2019

Ramon Gonzales

The trek will include several headlining dates in between festival appearance with support from Suffocation, Shadow of Intent, and Decapitated on select dates.

SeeYouSpaceCowboy Announces New Album, 'Coup De Grâce'

SeeYouSpaceCowboy Announces New Album, 'Coup De Grâce'

Ramon Gonzales

Watch the stylish new double video for “Respite For A Tragic Tale" featuring iRis.EXE and “Silhouettes in Motion”.

SeeYouSpaceCowboy Announces New Album, 'Coup De Grâce'

Ramon Gonzales

Watch the stylish new double video for “Respite For A Tragic Tale" featuring iRis.EXE and “Silhouettes in Motion”.

Korn Mark 30th Anniversary With Los Angeles Stadium Set

Korn Mark 30th Anniversary With Los Angeles Stadium Set

Ramon Gonzales

Evanescence, Gojira, Daron Malakian and Scars On Broadway, Spiritbox and Vended have been recruited for the October 5th event.

Korn Mark 30th Anniversary With Los Angeles Stadium Set

Ramon Gonzales

Evanescence, Gojira, Daron Malakian and Scars On Broadway, Spiritbox and Vended have been recruited for the October 5th event.

While She Sleeps Debut Colossal Live Video for 'Enlightenment(?)"

While She Sleeps Debut Colossal Live Video for 'Enlightenment(?)"

Ramon Gonzales

The clip frames the magnitude of the band's sold out Alexandra Palace set last year.

While She Sleeps Debut Colossal Live Video for 'Enlightenment(?)"

Ramon Gonzales

The clip frames the magnitude of the band's sold out Alexandra Palace set last year.

French Death Metal Horde Benighted Unleash Breakneck Speed On "Nothing Left to Fear"

French Death Metal Horde Benighted Unleash Breakneck Speed On "Nothing Left to Fear"

Ramon Gonzales

The latest barrage from the pending full length Ekbom, features a guest assist from Oli Aleron of Archspire and tops out at 402 BPM.

French Death Metal Horde Benighted Unleash Breakneck Speed On "Nothing Left to Fear"

Ramon Gonzales

The latest barrage from the pending full length Ekbom, features a guest assist from Oli Aleron of Archspire and tops out at 402 BPM.

Halestorm and I Prevail Join Forces for Summer Co-Headlining Tour

Halestorm and I Prevail Join Forces for Summer Co-Headlining Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The run will include supporting sets from Hollywood Undead and Fit For a King.

Halestorm and I Prevail Join Forces for Summer Co-Headlining Tour

Ramon Gonzales

The run will include supporting sets from Hollywood Undead and Fit For a King.

Mandatory Jams: New Heat For the Week 3/1

Mandatory Jams: New Heat For the Week 3/1

Ramon Gonzales

This week's short list of required listening ranges from seasoned veterans to emerging prospects - all of which submitted crucial additions to your new music playlist.

Mandatory Jams: New Heat For the Week 3/1

Ramon Gonzales

This week's short list of required listening ranges from seasoned veterans to emerging prospects - all of which submitted crucial additions to your new music playlist.

New Flesh 3/1: Releases From Ministry, Suldusk, Blind Channel and more!

New Flesh 3/1: Releases From Ministry, Suldusk, Blind Channel and more!

Cori Westbrook

From Industrial legends to iconic metal frontmen to emerging deathcore and nu-metal, columnist Cori Westbrook corrals the essential releases of the week.

New Flesh 3/1: Releases From Ministry, Suldusk, Blind Channel and more!

Cori Westbrook

From Industrial legends to iconic metal frontmen to emerging deathcore and nu-metal, columnist Cori Westbrook corrals the essential releases of the week.

One Step Closer Announce New Album With Fitting First Single, "Leap Years"

One Step Closer Announce New Album With Fitting First Single, "Leap Years"

Ramon Gonzales

Watch the new music video co-directed by the band and Derek Rathburn.

One Step Closer Announce New Album With Fitting First Single, "Leap Years"

Ramon Gonzales

Watch the new music video co-directed by the band and Derek Rathburn.

Judas Priest Announce 'Invincible Shield' Global Album Listening Party

Judas Priest Announce 'Invincible Shield' Global Album Listening Party

Ramon Gonzales

The event will span more than 30 cities and highlight various metal bars throughout the world galvanizing in celebration of the new album.

Judas Priest Announce 'Invincible Shield' Global Album Listening Party

Ramon Gonzales

The event will span more than 30 cities and highlight various metal bars throughout the world galvanizing in celebration of the new album.

Drain Announce Stacked Spring Tour with Seventeen Different Supporting Bands

Drain Announce Stacked Spring Tour with Seventeen Different Supporting Bands

Ramon Gonzales

The band curated a staggering roster of ensemble support, with featured sets from Terror, Scowl, Angel DuSt and End It.

Drain Announce Stacked Spring Tour with Seventeen Different Supporting Bands

Ramon Gonzales

The band curated a staggering roster of ensemble support, with featured sets from Terror, Scowl, Angel DuSt and End It.

Spin To Win A Trip to Knotfest International

Spin To Win A Trip to Knotfest International

Ramon Gonzales

Fans can can participate daily through March 31 for a chance to win the grand prize epic Knotfest adventure complete with airfares, accommodations, transfers, and VIP tickets. 

Spin To Win A Trip to Knotfest International

Ramon Gonzales

Fans can can participate daily through March 31 for a chance to win the grand prize epic Knotfest adventure complete with airfares, accommodations, transfers, and VIP tickets. 

Archspire Set Out On Summer Trek With Aborted, Carcoaa and Alluvial

Archspire Set Out On Summer Trek With Aborted, Carcoaa and Alluvial

Ramon Gonzales

The 'Everything's Fucked' Tour will see the Juno Award-winning tech death specialists covering North America for the month of June.

Archspire Set Out On Summer Trek With Aborted, Carcoaa and Alluvial

Ramon Gonzales

The 'Everything's Fucked' Tour will see the Juno Award-winning tech death specialists covering North America for the month of June.

Slayer, Slipknot, Iron Maiden and Mötley Crüe Top Aftershock 2024

Slayer, Slipknot, Iron Maiden and Mötley Crüe Top Aftershock 2024

Ramon Gonzales

Just last week the world was hit with an unexpected haymaker when it was confirmed that thrash titans Slayer would reunite for their first shows in five years to headline the...

Slayer, Slipknot, Iron Maiden and Mötley Crüe Top Aftershock 2024

Ramon Gonzales

Just last week the world was hit with an unexpected haymaker when it was confirmed that thrash titans Slayer would reunite for their first shows in five years to headline the 10th installment of Louder Than Life in Louisville, KY in addition to a set at Riot Fest in Chicago later this year.  Now, Slayer has added to their itinerary, confirming their headlining spot at the California destination for all things heavy, for the 2024 edition of Aftershock. Back for it's 12th installment, the festival saw sold out crowds of more than 160,000 attendees last year and has done well in...

Abbath To Tour North America With Imperial Triumphant, Black Anvil and Final Gasp

Abbath To Tour North America With Imperial Triumphant, Black Anvil and Final Gasp

Ramon Gonzales

The trek is the first since 2019 and will see the band sharing selections from their 2022 full length, Dread Reaver.

Abbath To Tour North America With Imperial Triumphant, Black Anvil and Final Gasp

Ramon Gonzales

The trek is the first since 2019 and will see the band sharing selections from their 2022 full length, Dread Reaver.

Power Trip Announce Additional Live Dates

Power Trip Announce Additional Live Dates

Ramon Gonzales

Following the announcement of their set at No Values Festival, the new configuration will perform in both Dallas and New York later this year.

Power Trip Announce Additional Live Dates

Ramon Gonzales

Following the announcement of their set at No Values Festival, the new configuration will perform in both Dallas and New York later this year.

Eloy Casagrande Has Confirmed His Departure from Sepultura

Eloy Casagrande Has Confirmed His Departure from Sepultura

Ramon Gonzales

Both the band and the drummer have released their own statements with Sepultura having confirmed a replace in Greyson Nekrutman.

Eloy Casagrande Has Confirmed His Departure from Sepultura

Ramon Gonzales

Both the band and the drummer have released their own statements with Sepultura having confirmed a replace in Greyson Nekrutman.

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