Down
Formed: 1992
From:
New Orleans,
LA,
United States
Last Known Status: Active
Latest Down News
Below is our complete Down 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.
Displaying records 1 - 20 of 254 1 2 3 ... 12 13 Last
Down Announces North American Tour Dates
Down will return to North American stages this Summer for a two-week headlining tour with support provided by Helmet and Spirit In The Room! The Strap It Down tour begins in Atlanta, Georgia on August 15th and closes in Shakopee, Minnesota on September 4th with a special previously announced performance as direct support to Slayer. The journey also includes slots on the 2026 installment of Zakk Wylde's Berzerkus Festival featuring Lamb Of God, Black Label Society, and others on August 28th in Scranton, Pennsylvania and August 29th in Wantagh, New York.
Artist presales begin Wednesday, May 27th at 12:00pm ET (PW: DOWN2026). Knotfest.com and Blabbermouth presales begin Thursday, May 28th at 12:00pm ET. General on sale date is Friday, May 29th at 10:00am local time.
Limited DOWN VIP ticketless packages will be available, featuring a soundcheck experience, meet & greet, photo opportunity, signed poster, and exclusive merch item. Visit down-nola.com/tour to secure yours. See all confirmed dates below.
DOWN w/ Helmet, Spirit In The Room:
8/15/2026 The Eastern – Atlanta, GA
8/16/2026 Piedmont Hall – Greensboro, NC
8/19/2026 House Of Blues – Cleveland, OH
8/20/2026 Stage AE – Pittsburgh, PA
8/22/2026 Royal Oak Music Theatre – Royal Oak, MI
8/23/2026 HISTORY – Toronto, ON
8/25/2026 MTELUS – Montreal, QC
8/26/2026 The Palladium – Worcester, MA
8/28/2026 The Pavilion @ Montage Mountain – Scranton, PA * Berzerkus Fest w/ Lamb Of God, Black Label Society, more…
8/29/2026 Northwell @ Jones Beach Theater – Wantagh, NY * Berzerkus Fest w/ Lamb Of God, Black Label Society, more…
8/30/2026 The Fillmore Silver Spring – Silver Spring, MD
9/01/2026 Bogart's – Cincinnati, OH
9/02/2026 Ramova Theatre – Chicago, IL
9/04/2026 Mystic Lake Amphitheater – Shakopee, MN * w/ Slayer, Suicidal Tendencies, Hatebreed
End Tour
10/03/2026 Aftershock – Sacramento, CA
10/24/2026 Sick New World Texas – Fort Worth, TX
12/05/2026 Decibel Metal And Beer Fest – Denver, CO
* No Helmet, Spirit In The Room More...
Mystic Festival Release Daily Schedule Line-Ups
Who, when and where will induce your headbanging? Starting today it’s a mystery no more – Mystic Festival announced the detailed hourly program for the festival. There’s a couple of new names in the mix – Heathen, DVRK, and Species, as well as the winners of Road to Mystic: Unblessed Divine, Extensa, Bloodfeather, and Sever. Forbidden and Blood Vulture had to cancel their appearances at this year’s festival.
You can check out the schedule broken down by days below.
SUN DONT SHINE (Crowbar, Etc.) Premiere New Video
Sludge metal supergroup SUN DONT SHINE have released a music video for their newest single, “Power To Live.” The clip was filmed with director Mike Holderbeast, known for his work with Down and Corrosion Of Conformity.
The band’s lineup features Crowbar vocalist/guitarist Kirk Windstein, former Type O Negative guitarist/vocalist Kenny Hickey and drummer/vocalist Johnny Kelly, along with ex-Crowbar/Down bassist Todd Strange. SUN DONT SHINE are set to release their debut album, “FROM BIRTH TO DEATH,” on April 1st via Corpse Paint Records.
Mystic Festival (PL) Announce Daily Line-ups
Starting today, you can find the festival schedule broken down by day and stage on their website. There will still be five stages — Main Stage, Park Stage, Desert Shrine, Sabbath Stage, and The Void but with a slightly different arrangement this year.
Festival passes are available via the Mystic Festival homepage here
The following bands have already been announced for this year's line-up. More...
SUN DONT SHINE Premiere New Single & Music Video
SUN DONT SHINE are gearing up to release their debut album, “Birth To Death,” in early 2026 via Corpse Paint Records. The project features an all-star lineup of metal veterans, including Crowbar frontman Kirk Windstein, former Type O Negative members Kenny Hickey (guitar/vocals) and Johnny Kelly (drums/vocals), and ex-Crowbar/Down bassist Todd Strange.
The band have unveiled the closing track from their upcoming debut, “In The End.” Speaking about the song, Kirk Windstein shared, “‘In The End‘ is a great example of what we want SUN DONT SHINE to sound like. It’s got dynamics, melody and a bit of heaviness to it.” The band collectively added, “‘In The End‘ is the journey we’re all on… and the one we all must eventually take.”
The track arrives alongside a new music video directed by Andrew Spaulding, both of which now available for streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below.
The album is set to feature the following nine tracks: More...
Kirk Windstein (Crowbar, Down) Premieres Video
Kirk Windstein has unveiled a lyric video for the track “Lord Of Retribution”, taken from his new solo album, “Ethereal Waves”. That 10-song effort has just been released both digitally and physically via Jamey Jasta (Hatebreed) and his Perseverance Music Group label, with physical editions available through Martyr Store. Beyond this solo venture, Windstein continues to stay active with his sludge metal mainstay Crowbar and the Southern sludge supergroup Down.
Mystic Festival Announces Four More Bands
Mystic Festival Announces Four More Bands For 2026 Lineup To Include Lousiana Sludge Masters, Down.
Down will destroy you with their riffs, Ice Nine Kills will take you on a rollercoaster ride through the lands of horror, Evergrey will bewitch you, and Martyrdöd will knock you out – behold these four new additions to the line-up of Mystic Festival 2026.
Mystic Festival will take place in Gdansk, Poland at the Gdansk Shipyard on June 3rd through 6th, 2026.
Tickets are available now on the Mystic Festival homepage here
Down
Mighty, sabbathesque riffs, covered in slime from the New Orleans swamps; poser-repellent, primitive, sludge drive; the sweet trance of stoner metal and this voice! Down will come to Mystic Festival to melt your black hearts and the steel dockside cranes with their music. A supergroup that has earned the moniker not just with their stellar line-up – Phil Anselmo (Pantera), Pepper Keenan (Corrosion of Conformity), Kirk Windstein (Crowbar), Jimmy Bower (Crowbar, Eyehategod), and Pat Bruders (Goatwhore) – but, first and foremost, with their music. It doesn’t really get better than this in this neck of the woods. And since Down teased that they’re working on new material recently, we can hope for entirely new music to pair the classics from their repertoire.
Ice Nine Kills
Their two live albums are entitled I Heard They Kill Live – with the second instalment being released in the middle of this year – and it’s hard not to appreciate that title’s double meaning. On one level, it highlights the fascination of the Boston band with horror, slashers and classic gore films; on another – that’s the truth itself of what Ice Nine Kills concerts are like, they take no prisoners live! They formed a quarter of a century ago and since then, have been perfecting their formula, relying on the marriage of horror-laden lyrics with a thrilling form composed of melodic metalcore, the intensity of hardcore and anthem-like, heavy metal choruses. Prepare for the American bogeys in the centre of Gdansk.
Evergrey
The Swedes’ latest record, released in 2024, is entitled Theories of Emptiness, but Evergrey are proficient in more than just theory. For over three decades now, they’ve been making music that, on the one hand, is technically advanced and that marries under the vast category of progressive metal the influences of both the sublime of power metal and the sombre of gothic metal. On the other hand, however, it draws from the simplest yet the most powerful emotions. Evergrey dives into the deep end of sorrow, only to emerge seconds later, carried high on the wings of their passion – it is this versatility that makes Tom S. Englund’s band stand out not only on the Swedish scene.
Martyrdöd
Come in closer and your body won’t soon forget this gig. Don’t let your guard down though, for Martyrdöd strikes hard and without warning. The band composed of veterans of the Swedish scene has skilfully been merging crust punk with black metal for a quarter of a century now. With every drum kick, with every razor-sharp riff, Martyrdöd proves that rage has only one name.
Sun Dont Shine (Crowbar, Etc.) Premiere New Single
Sun Dont Shine - the supergroup featuring Crowbar’s Kirk Windstein, former Type O Negative members Kenny Hickey and Johnny Kelly, and ex-Crowbar/Down bassist Todd Strange - have just debuted their new single, “Coming Down.”
Previously performing under the moniker EYE AM, the band are now gearing up to release a four-track EP of the same name, Coming Down, this July. In the meantime, you can watch the Rob Lowrey-directed music video for the single below.
Louder Than Life 2025 Announces Full Lineup
Louder Than Life 2025 promises one of the biggest and loudest festivals in North America this year. Over 160 bands will perform on 6 stages September 18, 19, 20, and 21 at the Highland Festival Grounds at Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, KY for the 11th edition of Louder Than Life. Louder Than Life 2025 also marks the largest lineup in the history of producer Danny Wimmer Presents.
In addition to the return of metal legends Slayer, the four-day destination event will also feature Rob Zombie in a global exclusive performance of Astro-Creep: 2000 in honor of the album’s 25th anniversary, plus Marilyn Manson on Thursday; Avenged Sevenfold, Sleep Token and Breaking Benjamin on Friday; Deftones, Bad Omens and A Perfect Circle on Saturday; and Bring Me The Horizon, $uicideboy$ and Evanescence on Sunday.
The festival will also feature performances from Knocked Loose, Three Days Grace, Lamb of God, Mudvayne, I Prevail, Spiritbox, All Time Low, Dream Theater, Stone Temple Pilots, Motionless in White, Cypress Hill, Acid Bath, DOWN, Lorna Shore, Bruce Dickinson, and many more.
“Louder Than Life has always been about showcasing the future of rock and heavy music while honoring the legends who paved the way. Bands like Bring Me The Horizon, Sleep Token, Bad Omens, $uicideboy$, Motionless In White, Spiritbox, I Prevail, Slaughter To Prevail, Lorna Shore, Wage War, Dayseeker, and Knocked Loose aren’t just performing—they’re defining the next generation of headliners,” says Danny Wimmer of Danny Wimmer Presents. “At the same time, pioneers like Slayer, Deftones, A Perfect Circle, and Avenged Sevenfold have set the standard, proving that this music is always evolving. This is where the past, present, and future of heavy music collide.”
“We’re coming back to Louder Than Life in Louisville. Get ready f*ckers!” says Slayer’s Tom Araya.
“We are very thrilled to finally be returning to America. We have missed our fans dearly and LOUDER THAN LIFE is one of our favorite festivals to play,” adds Bring Me The Horizon’s Oli Sykes.
“Louder Than Life 2025 will bring electrifying beats and bold bites to the Commonwealth,” says David S. Beck, president & CEO of Kentucky Venues. “As one of the nation’s largest and most celebrated music festivals, it continues to grow at the Kentucky Exposition Center, solidifying its place as a uniquely Kentucky experience and a must-visit event.”
While festival producers Danny Wimmer Presents have unveiled some of the Louder Than Life 2025 bands in recent weeks, the full music lineup--including several reunions and rare performances--is as follows for the 11th year of the fan-favorite event: More...
Scour Premiere New Music Video For “Blades”
With just over a month to go until the February 21st release of Gold, the debut album from black metal supergroup Scour, the band has now also premiered an official music video for their second single, “Blades”, streaming via YouTube for you now below.
Fronted by Phil Anselmo (Pantera, Down, etc.), Scour also boasts members from renowned acts like ex-Cattle Decapitation, Misery Index and Pig Destroyer.
Scour Premiere New Single “Blades”
With just over a month to go until the February 21st release of Gold, the debut album from black metal supergroup Scour, the band has unveiled a second single, “Blades”, streaming via Spotify for you now below.
Fronted by Phil Anselmo (Pantera, Down, etc.), Scour also boasts members from renowned acts like ex-Cattle Decapitation, Misery Index and Pig Destroyer.
Scour Premiere New Single & Music Video
Scour's new album, Gold, is set for release on February 21st. Fronted by Phil Anselmo (Pantera, Down) and featuring members of Misery Index, Pig Destroyer, and more, this black metal supergroup will drop their third full-length effort via Housecore Records/Nuclear Blast. The album includes 13 tracks, with "Infusorium" arriving as the lead single. A music video for the track, directed by Malcolm Pugh, is now available to watch.
Guitarist Dereke Engemann shared his thoughts on the release: More...
Scour Premiere New Music Video “Flames”
Scour - featuring Phil Anselmo (Down, ex-Pantera, etc.), John Jarvis (Agoraphobic Nosebleed), Derek Engemann (Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals, ex-Cattle Decapitation), Mark Kloeppel (ex-Misery Index) and Adam Jarvis (Pig Destroyer, Lock Up) - premiere a new official music video for their new single “Flames”. The track is taken from their new EP, “Black“, out in stores now via Nuclear Blast Records.
Scour Premiere New Music Video "Doom"
Scour - featuring Phil Anselmo (Down, ex-Pantera, etc.), John Jarvis (Agoraphobic Nosebleed), Derek Engemann (Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals, ex-Cattle Decapitation), Mark Kloeppel (ex-Misery Index) and Adam Jarvis (Pig Destroyer, Lock Up) - premiere a new official music video for their track “Doom”. The track is taken from their new EP, “Black“, out in stores now.
The band tapped two special guests for this new song and video: actor Jason Momoa (‘Aquaman‘, ‘Game Of Thrones‘) and Hate Eternal guitarist Erik Rutan.
King Parrot Premiere Song - Phil Anselmo Guests
King Parrot premiere a new advance track “Nor Is Yours“. The single features a guest spot by Phil Anselmo (Down, ex-Pantera, etc.) and was recorded at Anselmo‘s Nodferatu’s Lair studio back in 2017. The track will appear on the band's impending new EP “Holed Up In The Lair“, out in stores October 09th via Housecore Records.
Down To Perform "NOLA" In Livestream
This year marks the twenty-fifth anniversary of Down's 1995-released, now classic debut, NOLA. Plans for select shows featuring vocalist Philip Anselmo, guitarists Pepper Keenan and Kirk Windstein, drummer Jimmy Bower, and bassist Pat Bruders performing the record in its entirety were sidelined due to the global pandemic. In its wake, the band is pleased to announce an exclusive livestream later this month.
Fittingly dubbed The Quarter Century Throwdown, the high production, multi-camera event will take place August 29 at 6 PM, EST using cutting-edge streaming technology to create a one-of-a-kind virtual concert experience. The show will be rebroadcast August 30 at 6 PM, EST until September 1 at 6 PM, EST.
Comments the band, "Down was a simple band started by friends with a love of heavy music and the songs on the NOLA album were magic from the first rehearsal. We're extremely grateful to be celebrating the NOLA record with a live stream that the world can see. Watch the show and plug in through your loudest stereo! We love y'all!"
Livestream tickets and packages are available here, with additional merch designs available here. More...
Slayer Members Forming Band With Phil Anselmo?
There has been much speculation recently with regards to a new project hinted at by legendary thrash metal drummer Paul Bostaph (Slayer, Testament, Exodus, Forbidden.) In a recent conversation with Overkill drummer Jason Bittner, the latter affirmed his belief that Bostaph is working with his former Slayer bandmates Kerry King and Gary Holt and Down/ex Pantera vocalist Phil Anselmo. When asked by Bittner if he had any projects in the pipeline, Bostaph stated:
"Something is brewing with a friend of mine that is very familiar to you. I'll give you three guesses."
Bittner replied: "Kerry, Gary, and Anselmo. C'mon, everyone knows by now."
Though Holt has insisted that Exodus is once again his main priority, Kerry King has made it clear that he's not done with music just yet. Further updates and concrete information will be revealed as soon as it becomes available.
74 More Bands Confirmed For Graspop 2020
The organisers of Belgium's premier metal festival, Graspop Metal Meeting have confirmed a further 74 bands for next year's edition of the event. Among the newly confirmed bands joining previously announced headliners Judas Priest and Iron Maiden will be hard rock pioneers Deep Purple, nu metal favourites Korn, Chicago stars Disturbed, the recently reunited Mercyful Fate, California's own, Deftones and pop punk stars The Offspring. The festival will take place across four days from 18th-21st of June.
The lineup (in alphabetical order) is now as follows: More...
Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals Tour Announced
Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals will be out on a European/UK tour this summer around the annual festival season. Find out where you can choose to see them below:
06/20 Dessel, BEL – Graspop Metal Meeting 2019
06/23 Clisson, FRA – Hellfest 2019
06/25 London, UK – Underworld
06/26 Manchester, UK – Gorilla
06/27 Bristol, UK – Fleece
06/28 Birmingham, UK – The Mill
06/29 London, UK – Underworld
07/01 Frankfurt, GER – Nachtleben
07/02 Leipzig, GER – Hellraiser
07/03 Munich, GER – Backstage
07/05 Novi Sad, SER – Exit Festival 2019
07/07 Villafranca di Verona, ITA – Rock The Castle
07/10 Zurich, SWI – Dynamo
07/11 Salzburg, AUT – Rockhouse
07/12 Vienna, AUT – Szene
07/13 Balaton, HUN – Rock Marathon 2019
07/14 Warsaw, POL – Progresja
07/16 Prague, CZE – Futurum
07/17 Hamburg, GER – Logo
07/19 Gavle, SWE – Gefle Metal Fest
07/20 Eindhoven, NET – Dynamo Metal Fest
07/22 Essen, GER – Turock
07/23 Stuttgart, GER – LKA Longhorn
07/24 Tolmin, SLO – Metal Days 2019
Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals Tour Announced
Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals will be out on the road again touring the West Coast this fall with Child Bite as support act. Dates for that run are as follows:
11/01 Austin, TX – The Lost Well
11/02 Lubbock, TX – Jakes
11/03 Colorado Springs, CO – Black Sheep
11/05 Denver, CO – Marquis Theater
11/07 Jeromie, ID – Diamonds
11/08 Reno, NV – Cargo
11/09 Chicago, CA – Senator Theatre
11/10 Fresno, CA – Strummers
11/11 Sacramento, CA – Holy Diver
11/13 TBA – TBA
11/14 Seattle, WA – El Corazon (feat. Cro-Mags & Eyehategod)
11/15 Portland, OR – Hawthorne Theatre (feat. Cro-Mags & Eyehategod)
11/17 Mesa, AZ – Club Red
11/18 Albuquerque, NM – Launchpad
11/19 Oklahoma City, OK – 89th St.
11/20 Little Rock, AR – Rev Room