Category Archives: Hard Rock/Metal

MIKE LEON Quits CKY: “I Have Never Experienced This Level Of Toxicity From An Individual”

Bassist Mike Leon has announced his departure from CKY, citing what he describes as ongoing “unprofessionalism” and “lack of accountability” from the band’s leader, Chad I Ginsburg. In a candid statement shared with fans, Leon confirmed he will not be participating in the band’s upcoming shows and detailed the circumstances that led to his exit. […]

Siege Perilous Releases Title Track From New Album

Siege Perilous Releases Music Video For Title Track From New Album, “Becoming The Dragon” Colorado power-metal storytellers Siege Perilous are unschackling the official music video for “Becoming The Dragon,” the climactic title track from their upcoming concept album “Becoming The Dragon,” due out March 27, 2026.?The new video marks the band’s most ambitious visual project […]

VICIOUS RUMORS Fires Drummer Over Political Views: “We Can No Longer Tolerate Being Punished By Association”

Veteran U.S. power metallers Vicious Rumors have announced the departure of their longtime drummer Larry Howe, citing irreconcilable differences over his personal political views. In a statement shared on social media on February 18, the band said: “After years of disagreement on the issue, Vicious Rumors will no longer be touring with longtime drummer Larry […]

Twilight Force Signs With Napalm Records

Twilight Force Signs With Napalm Records; Shares New Single “Magic Of A New Dawn” Mighty knights and acolytes, rejoice! Symphonic power metal masters Twilight Force have signed a worldwide record deal with Austrian rock and metal powerhouse Napalm Records. This alliance, forged in mutual admiration, marks a thrilling new chapter in the band’s history. To […]

KORN May Be In The Studio Mixing New Music

In a now-deleted photo on Instagram, Korn guitarist James “Munky” Shaffer was pictured with producer Nick Raskulinecz – known for his previous work with Korn on The Nothing in 2019 – and mixing engineer Chris Lord–Alge – known for his work with Green Day and My Chemical Romance – in a studio, with the caption, “What a blast […]

Ghost Premiere New Music Video “Umbra”

Ghost Premiere New Music Video For “Umbra” Multi-platinum Swedish occult rock outfit Ghost have premiered an official music video for their song “Umbra.” The track marks the fourth single to be released from the band’s Billboard 200-topping sixth studio album Skeletá. Amir Chamdin directed the visual for the latest focus track from the record. Ghost […]

ELECTRIC CALLBOY, OF MICE & MEN, DEAFHEAVEN, ORBIT CULTURE, LAMB OF GOD On Bulgarian Festival Lineup This Summer

Plovdiv, Bulgaria’s origins date back to the 6th millennium BC – and the ancient city is hosting a metal festival as a part of their heritage programme. Meet Hills Of Rock. Mainland Europe has always had an extensive love and history of metal music, but it feels in recent years, these festivals have been welcoming […]

Angela Gossow Returns To Arch Enemy

Breaking News The Rumors Are True: Angela Gossow Returns To Arch Enemy Band Photo: Arch Enemy (?) After Alissa White-Gluz left Arch Enemy last November, the internet was ablaze with rumors on whom would replace her. The strongest rumor was that their previous vocalist was the leading candidate and it’s now official. Here’s some footage […]

RANDY BLYTHE Explains Why LAMB OF GOD Finally Changed Their Logo: “It Looks Like A Falafel Restaurant Menu”

Lamb Of God are heading into oblivion and they’re doing it their own way. In a new interview with Hardlore, vocalist Randy Blythe opened up about the mindset behind the band’s tenth studio album, due out March 13 via Epic Records, revealing a creative process rooted less in reinvention and more in hard-earned perspective. Asked […]

Space Of Variations Debuts “Parallel Realities”

Space Of Variations Debuts New Music Video “Parallel Realities” With the release of their new album, “Poisoned Art,” only a few days away, Ukrainian metalcore band Space Of Variations shares another single. “Parallel Realities” showcases the duality of their diverse style: cleverly combining soft melodic desperation and neck-snapping breakdowns, musically embodying the track’s namesake. Poisoned […]