Category Archives: Hard Rock/Metal

NEVERMORE Pull Out Of Festival Appearance Due To Issues With US Work Permits

Nearly two weeks ago to the day, I asked the question, “Are festivals going to see more international artists dropping out of the lineup due to troubles securing visas?” – and Nevermore appears to be the first band to answer this question with a resounding ‘yes.’ Announcing via social media yesterday that the band would be […]

Napalm Death Bassist Announces Debut Solo Album

Napalm Death Bassist Shane Embury Announces Debut Solo Album “Bridge To Resolution”; Shares New Music Video “Spasm Prayer” Band Photo: Napalm Death (?) Shane Embury, the longest serving member of grindcore pioneers Napalm Death, has announced that he will release his first solo album, “Bridge To Resolution” this June. A statement from the musician reads […]

DIMMU BORGIR Announces New Record Grand Serpent Rising, Streams First Single

Eight years on from Eonian, Dimmu Borgir have announced their return with a new album, Grand Serpent Rising. Set for release on May 22 via Nuclear Blast Records, the Norwegian symphonic black metal mainstays’ latest effort spans thirteen tracks, promising a mix of intensity and scope that revisits the full arc of their career. Frontman […]

SEVENDUST Was Planning To Break Up After Their New Record

Sevendust drummer Morgan Rose has revealed that the long-running alt-metal crew came dangerously close to calling time on their career – before a sudden change of heart reignited the band. Speaking in a new interview with Stan Bicknell, Rose admitted that less than two years ago, the band were actively planning their final chapter. “We […]

10 Stellar Artists To Support Throughout The Year, Regardless Of Women’s Month

Women’s Month feels like a double-edged, or even triple-edged sword at times (despite that not being possible) – there’s a certain amount of gratitude that we’re being recognised, annoyance that it takes a special occasion like Women’s Month to be respected, and irritation that we still need to bring gender into the discussion in 2025, in […]

Poison The Well Premiere New Single & Music Video

Poison The Well Premiere New Single & Music Video “Weeping Tones” From New Album “Peace In Place” Band Photo: Converge (?) Poison The Well’s long-awaited reunion album “Peace In Place” has officially been released, marking their first studio effort since 2009. To coincide with its release, the band have also premiered a music video for […]

Seriously Though: JOSH SCOGIN Is Not Joining BETTER LOVERS

Two things happened recently that sparked some interesting rumors – ’68 announced they’re coming to an end, leaving vocalist Josh Scogin as a free agent; and Better Lovers splitting with vocalist Greg Puciato. You can see where this is going. Despite the Internet’s insistence, Scogin has once again denied the rumors that he’s joining Better […]

Midwinter Premiere New Single & Music Video

Midwinter Premiere New Single & Music Video “Lying Figures” From Brand New EP “CHAPTER THREE: Still Hurts” Midwinter have released their new EP “CHAPTER THREE: Still Hurts”. The six-track release is accompanied by a music video for the opening song, “Lying Figures,” both of which now available for streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you […]