Volbeat
Formed: 2001
From:
Copenhagen,
Denmark
Last Known Status: Active
Latest Volbeat News
Below is our complete Volbeat news coverage, including columns and articles pertaining to the band. Some articles listed may be indirectly related, such as side projects of the band members, etc.
Note: We began associating news directly with bands in late 2003. Therefore, earlier band news may not be listed on this page.
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Halestorm Premiere New Single & Music Video
Multi-platinum hard rock band Halestorm have unveiled the title track from their upcoming sixth studio album, Everest. The GRAMMY Award-winning group teamed up with acclaimed producer Dave Cobb (known for his work with Brandi Carlile and Chris Stapleton) for the record, which is set for release on August 8th via Atlantic Records.
A music video for the track will go live at 8 am (EST).
Several tracks from the album, including this newly released title cut, have already found their way into the band’s recent live setlists. In support of Everest, Halestorm have lined up the following tour dates: More...
Halestorm Premiere New Single
GRAMMY-winning band Halestorm have officially debuted their latest single, “Darkness Always Wins,” now available for streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below. The track was crafted in collaboration with fellow GRAMMY recipient and acclaimed producer Dave Cobb (known for his work with Chris Stapleton and Brandi Carlile).
This marks the first single from the band’s highly anticipated upcoming studio album, due out later this year via Atlantic Records.
Frontwoman Lzzy Hale shared the following thoughts on the new release: More...
Volbeat Premiere New Single & Music Video
Volbeat have unveiled the title of their next single: “In The Barn Of The Goat Giving Birth To Satan’s Spawn In A Dying World Of Doom” — a mouthful of a track name and the second single to surface from their upcoming ninth studio album, God Of Angels Trust.
A music video for the song is set to drop today 10 am (EST), giving fans a visual taste of what the multi-platinum Danish hard rockers have been cooking up.
The full new album is due out on June 6th, and the band will be hitting the road in support of it. You can catch them at the following dates: More...
Volbeat Drops First Single From Upcoming New Album
Danish metal rock titans Volbeat have announced their ninth studio album, God Of Angels Trust (GOAT), set for release on June 6th. The multi-platinum band is now operating as a trio following the 2023 departure of guitarist Rob Caggiano, though their touring guitarist Flemming C. Lund (Asinhell) stepped in to handle lead guitar duties for the album.
The record was produced by Jacob Hansen (Amorphis, Fleshgod Apocalypse) and was largely tracked live in the studio. Leading the charge is the single By A Monster’s Hand, which has just premiered alongside a music video directed by Adam Rothlein, a longtime collaborator of the band.
Speaking about the new album, vocalist/guitarist Michael Poulsen shared: More...
Asinhell (Volbeat, Ex-Morgoth) Premiere New Video
Asinhell, the death metal band led by Volbeat's Michael Poulsen, have released a new music video for the title track of their debut album, Impii Hora. Poulsen takes on guitar duties, while Marc Grewe (of Insidious Disease, Morgoth) handles vocals, and Morten Toft Hansen (Raunchy) is on drums.
Poulsen shared the following about the song: More...
Asinhell (Volbeat, Ex-Morgoth Etc.) Premiere Video
A music video directed by Shan Dan (known for his work with Volbeat and Exodus) for Asinhell's track "Pyromantic Scryer" has just been released online. The song pays tribute to the late Entombed vocalist L.G. Petrov.
The band's guitarist, Michael Poulsen (Volbeat), shared his thoughts: More...
Strychnos Premiere New Single
Danish death metal outfit Strychnos is gearing up to unleash their sophomore album, "Armageddon Patronage", slated for release on May 17th. They've offered a taste of what's to come with the debut single, "Winds Warning The Final Storm", now available for streaming.
Excitingly, the album will include a guest appearance from none other than Michael Poulsen of Volbeat on the track "Endless Void Dimension". Poulsen's recent foray back into death metal adds an extra layer of intrigue to this collaboration.
The recording and mixing duties for "Armageddon Patronage" were handled by Lasse Ballade at Ballade Studios in Copenhagen. The album received its final touch with mastering by the renowned Tore Stjerna of Necromorbus. Additionally, the album artwork was crafted by Phoebus Moreleón/Lïv & Död.
Explains Strychnos bassist and vocalist Martin Leth Andersen: More...
Asinhell (Volbeat, Ex-Morgoth) Premiere New Video
Alongside the release of their debut album "Impii Hora", Asinhell just premiered a music video for their single "Wolfpack Laws," available for streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below. The new death metal project comprises guitarist Michael Poulsen from Volbeat, vocalist Marc Grewe (known for Insidious Disease and ex-Morgoth), and drummer Morten Toft Hansen from Raunchy.
Asinhell (Volbeat, Ex-Morgoth) Premiere New Single
Asinhell have just premiered a lyric video for their single "Desert Of Doom." This mid-90s death metal-inspired band features Volbeat's Michael Poulsen on guitars, vocalist Marc Grewe (known for Insidious Disease and his time with Morgoth), and drummer Morten Toft Hansen, known for his work with Raunchy.
Asinhell's debut album "Impii Hora" is set to be released on September 29th through Metal Blade Records.
Poulsen shared his thoughts on the track, saying: More...
Asinhell (Volbeat, Ex-Morgoth) Premiere New Video
Asinhell have premiered the official music video for their debut single, "Fall Of The Loyal Warrior," introducing their new death metal side project. The trio is led by none other than Volbeat's vocalist/guitarist, Michael Poulsen, who takes on the guitar duties. The lineup is further solidified by vocalist Marc Grewe (Insidious Disease, ex-Morgoth) and drummer Morten Toft Hansen from Raunchy. The release of their debut album, "Impii Hora," is scheduled for September 29th via Metal Blade Records.
Poulsen had previously expressed his thoughts on this very track: More...
Bad Wolves Premiere New Single & New Music Video
Bad Wolves, the platinum-certified alternative metal band, have just premiered the official music video for their latest single, "Bad Friend." The visual offering was directed by Wombat Fire (known for their work with Asking Alexandria and Static-X).
Currently, the band is in the final stages of a North American tour, and they have exciting plans for a fall tour alongside Asking Alexandria and The HU: More...
Volbeat Frontman Launches New Death Metal Band
Volbeat's frontman, Michael Poulsen, has always had a deep connection to death metal. In the '90s, Poulsen was a member of Dominus, and his passion for the genre has remained evident throughout the years. Now, Poulsen is venturing back into death metal territory with his new band, Asinhell. Their debut single, "Fall Of The Loyal Warrior," is streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Asinhell brings together the guitar prowess of Michael Poulsen, the vocals of Marc Grewe (ex-Morgoth and Insidious Disease), and the drumming of Toft Hansen (Raunchy). Together, they are set to unleash their debut album, "Impii Hora," on September 29th.
Comments Poulsen: More...
Volbeat Parts Ways With Guitarist
Danish heavy metal outfit Volbeat has announced that they have parted company with guitarist Rob Caggiano. A statement from the band reads as follows:
"After ten incredible years we must sadly announce that Volbeat and Rob Caggiano have parted ways. During our time together we’ve traveled the world sharing great experiences and released four albums that we are immensely proud of, and we wouldn’t change a moment of it.
"We wish our brother Rob all the best with everything he does in the future (we know it’s going to be great)!
"Filling those shoes on stage will be a herculean task, but our good friend Flemming C. Lund (The Arcane Order) will be jumping in to handle lead guitar on our 2023 shows.
"Thank you to all of our incredible fans for their support, and more importantly, thank you to Rob for ten amazing years."
Caggiano joined Volbeat on February 4th 2013, exactly one month after leaving thrash metal icons Anthrax. He is also an accomplished producer, having worked with the likes of Cradle Of Filth, Machine Head, Ill Niño and Chthonic.
Metallica Premiere New Single & Music Video
Thrash metal kings Metallica premiere the third single titled “If Darkness Had A Son” from their upcoming album “72 Seasons“, which is scheduled for an April 14th release date.
Check out now "If Darkness Had A Son" streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
You can catch Metallica live on the road this year on the below booked dates: More...
Volbeat Premiere New Live Video "Shotgun Blues"
Volbeat premiere a new live video for their “Shotgun Blues” as the latest clip to arrive in their official bootleg series. The footage of for this video was shot during the group’s October 2021 live performances at The Observatory North Park in San Diego, CA.
Volbeat will be touring Europe and the UK this fall, stopping at the below cities: More...
Volbeat Premiere Music Video For “Becoming”
Danish hard rocking metal outfit Volbeat premiere their new music video for “Becoming“, directed by Brittany Bowman. That particular single is the group’s tribute to late Entombed frotnman LG Petrov, who died of bile duct cancer in early 2021. this clip.
Comments singer/guitarist Michael Poulsen: More...
Volbeat Premiere New Official Music Video
Danish metal band Volbeat premiere ta new official music video for their song “Temple Of Ekur“. That track is taken from the band’s latest album “Servant Of The Mind“.
Volbeat Posts New Lyric Video Online
Danish heavy metal/hard rock stars Volbeat has posted a new lyric video online for the track, "Say No More." You can check it out below. The song comes from the group's latest album, "Servant Of The Mind," which is available now through EMI Records.
Volbeat Premiere New Music Video
A new music video for Volbeat‘s “Shotgun Blues” has premiered online. streaming for you below The track is off the band’s upcoming eighth studio full-length “Servant Of The Mind“,which is scheduled for December 03 release by Republic Records.
Volbeat To Release New Album In December
Volbeat will release their new studio album, "Servant Of The Mind," on December 3 via EMI Records. The new album will be available in standard/digipack CD, deluxe 2LP vinyl (with various limited-edition variants, more info below), a deluxe digital edition, plus a special box set (including 2CD digipack, 28pg booklet, bandana, and hip flask, housed in a metal box, available from the official Volbeat store). Pre-order the album here.
For "Servant Of The Mind," the band - Michael Poulsen (guitars/vocals), Jon Larsen (drums), Rob Caggiano (guitars) and Kaspar Boye Larsen (bass) - took their signature heavy metal, psychobilly, and punk ‘n’ roll sound up a notch while showcasing Poulsen’s keen ability for songwriting and storytelling.
"I wrote the whole album in three months," recalls Poulsen, "I was in a good place and mood while at home, and had a captive audience of myself… There are a lot of Volbeat signatures in it. If you go back to the first record and compare it to where we are now, you can hear how the band has developed its style, while keeping the signature sound."
To coincide with the album announcement, the group has released the new single "Shotgun Blues," an anthemic track in which Poulsen explores the ghostly events he recently experienced upon moving into a new home. "Every time you move into a house, you bring dead people with you," he explains. "Weird stuff happens when I move into a [new] house… it's very otherworldly." Watch the lyric video below. More...