Protest The Hero
Formed: 1999
From:
Ontario,
Canada
Last Known Status: Active
Latest Protest The Hero News
Below is our complete Protest The Hero 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.
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Protest The Hero Premiere New Single “Mouthpiece”
Canadian prog metal veterans Protest The Hero have announced their long-awaited new album, “Within”, which is set for release on July 17th. The eight-track record serves as the band's first full-length effort since 2020’s “Palimpsest” and was co-produced by Derya Nagle (Good Tiger), Milen Petzlet-Sorace, and Protest The Hero’s Cameron McLellan. Mixing duties were handled by Adam “Nolly” Getgood, known for his work with Periphery.
After teasing new material throughout the week on social media, the band have now premiered the album’s opening track, “Mouthpiece”, alongside a music video directed by Troy Maher.
Speaking about the new album, guitarist Tim MacMillar said: More...
Protest The Hero Premiere New Live Video
Canadian progressive metal band Protest The Hero have released new live footage of “Turn Soonest To The Sea.” The performance was filmed in December 2015 during a run of shows celebrating their debut album “Kezia.” The footage originally appeared as part of a live concert film that was included earlier this year in a 20th anniversary vinyl edition of the album.
Body Count Announced For Brutal Assault In 2026
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Brutal Assault will have a proper portion of core bands. Body Count is the big name but Swedish H2O, Ratos De Porao from Brazil or American legends Terror and Clawfinger will also grace the stages at this year's Brutal Assault.
However, your attention shouldn't be missed by other bands from our update package: rising stars of Manchester crossover Protest The Hero furthermore Paleface Swiss who would deserve their own category of hardness breakdowns, and progressive metal matadors Guilt Trip.
Brutal Assault will place at the Josefov Fortress located in Jaromer, Czech Republic on August 5-8, 2026. Festival passes are already on sale here. More...
Moon Tooth Premiere New Track "Grimothy"
As Moon Tooth embarks on their tour alongside Protest The Hero and The Callous Daoboys, they've premiered a brand new single titled "Grimothy," streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below. This track marks the return of guitarist Nick Lee following a challenging medical episode.
Comments Lee: More...
Just For Fun
Sleigher Premiere New Single “South Of Lapland”
Sleigher return with their latest Slayer-themed Christmas offering, putting a new spin on the title track to Slayer‘s 1988’s classic “South Of Heaven“. The end result is “South Of Lapland“, which you can watch below.
If you missed it last year: Sleigher previously took on Slayer's “Seasons In The Abyss” for their debut in 2021. Check it out streaming via Spotify for you below.
Comment the outfit:
“It’s Sleigher the sequel! Members of Haken, Dream Theater, Protest the Hero, Inhuman Condition have once again ventured South of Lapland. Joining the expedition are Becky from Fury (and recently of Mercyful Fate live!) and the mysterious Delta Empire on drums. This time… it’s Judgment Sleigh!”
Led by guitarist Charlie Griffith (Haken) the collective finds the below artists returning: More...
Headline News
Drummer Mike Ieradi Exits Protest The Hero
Canadian progressive metal band Protest The Hero announce the departure of their drummer Mike Ieradi. An official statement was issued via their Facebook and reads as follows: More...
Protest The Hero Premiere New Single & Music Video
After premiering their new track and music video “The Canary” Protest The Hero have now announced a June 19th release date for their new record “Palimpsest“. The outing will be Protest The Hero’s first since 2016.
Comments guitarist Luke Hoskin: More...
Protest The Hero Debut New Live Video
Protest The Hero debut a live video for their song “Bloodmeat” which was captured during their tenth anniversary tour for their 2008 album, “Fortress“.
Comments the group of the clip: More...
Protest The Hero Drummer Launches New Solo Project
Drummer Michael Ireadi (Protest The Hero) has launched a new solo side project dubbed Same Fears which finds him playing all the instrumental and also doing all vocals.The debut release is entitled “Glitching” and due out on July 17th. Check out now “Herself” from the album below, with pre-orders available now via Bandcamp.
Protest The Hero Cancel European & Japanese Tour
Protest The Hero have to cancel their summer tours in UK, Europe and Japan due to vocalist Rody Walker having problems with his voice. The group posted the below announcement on the matter: More...
Alex Rudinger Sitting Out Tour With Good Tiger
Good Tiger will continue touring with a sit-in drummer as Alex Rudinger will be exiting the run due to some private matters.
Comments the band:
“Unfortunately due to private matters Alex will not be able to complete the remaining dates of our headline tour. Chicago and Ferndale shows will be going ahead, however we have had to cancel our show tonight in St Paul due to adverse weather conditions.
Our shows with Protest The Hero will also go ahead with a fill-in drummer.
Please give Alex his privacy during this time. We appreciate your support and understanding.”
w/ Icarus The Owl and Megosh:
04/15 Chicago, IL – Beat Kitchen
04/17 Ferndale, MI – Loving Touch
Good Tiger will then continue with Protest The Hero and Destrage on this trek: More...
Protest The Hero Back In The Studio
Protest The Hero are back in the studio recording new music at Jukasa Studios in Caledonia, Ontario. You can expect a new album out later in the year.
Protest The Hero Announce 2018 North American Tour
Protest The Hero plan to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their album “Fortress” with a special 2018 tour. Support acts for the tour will be announced in January with the below dates confirmed:
03/22 Detroit, MI – Shelter
03/23 Chicago, IL – Bottom Lounge
03/24 Milwaukee, WI – Rave II
03/27 Winnipeg, MB – The Garrick
03/28 Saskatoon, SK – Louis’
03/29 Edmonton, AB – Union Hall More...
Protest The Hero Streaming "New" Song "Harbinger"
Protest The Hero is streaming "Harbinger", taken from the upcoming new album "Pacific Myth", which will be out in stores November 18th via Razor & Tie. That series is comprised of six tracks originally released as part of a subscription based model.
Check out now "Harbinger" below.
Intervals Premieres Pre-Release Full-Album Stream
Intervals premieres the pre-release full-album stream of "The Shape Of Colour", which will be out in stores December 4th. Intervals' mastermind Aaron Marshall leads the band with Protest The Hero's bassist Cam McLellan and Darkest Hour's drummer Travis Orbin handling studio roles.
Check out now "The Shape Of Colour" in its entirety below.
Intervals Premieres New Song "Fable"
Intervals premieres a new song entitled "Fable", taken from the upcoming new album "The Shape Of Colour", which will be out in stores December 4th. Intervals' mastermind Aaron Marshall leads the band with Protest The Hero's bassist Cam McLellan and Darkest Hour's drummer Travis Orbin handling studio roles.
Check out now "Fable" below.
Intervals Premieres New Song "I’m Awake"
Intervals premieres a new song entitled "I’m Awake", taken from the upcoming new album "The Shape Of Colour", which will be out in stores December 4th. Intervals' mastermind Aaron Marshall leads the band with Protest The Hero's bassist Cam McLellan and Darkest Hour's drummer Travis Orbin handling studio roles.
Check out now "I’m Awake" below.
Protest The Hero Launches Subscription Music
In an effort to release new music straight to the fans while still making money, Protest The Hero is launching a new subscription music service through Bandcamp. For $12 a year, you'll get access to one new song a month until the full album's worth of music is completed. The band comments:
"So here she blows! For a long time, we have been dreaming of a new way to bring you our music. We wanted something more direct than a standard album release and record cycle. After months of soul searching and a little bit of elbow grease, we proudly present to you 'Pacific Myth' - our new subscription song and video platform.
"At it's core, this is a 'song a month' platform which launches RIGHT NOW. We will be releasing a new song every month for 6 months, always on the 15th. In our opinion, this is the most direct way we can deliver you new tunes.
"We have chosen to lead things off this month with 'Ragged Tooth,' a cracking little banger of a song which we felt represented where we are headed with all of this. It's important to note that every song release will be accompanied with an instrumental mix of the song as well as hi-res album art, lyrics, and liner notes.
"All of the info for the subscription, the motivation behind building it, and the first song itself can be found here. Please share and spread the word. The success and visibility of 'Pacific Myth' is largely dependent on you!
"We truly appreciate your continued support as we venture down this new path. And don't worry, we aren't done with tradition full length records, we just need a break from em!" More...
Just For Fun
Rody Walker Is Asking Alexandria For A Chance
Never being one to let an opportunity for a joke slip by, vocalist Rody Walker of Protest the Hero, which is known for highly entertaining videos, put together his own "audition" clip for the vacant vocalist spot in Asking Alexandria, complete with an original composition written specifically for the occasion.
Watch Protest the Hero Vocalist Rody Walker Asking Alexandria for a chance below.
The Faceless Cancels European Tour
After bassist Evan Brewer and drummer Alex Rüdinger announced they were leaving The Faceless, Michael Keene had hoped to recover quick enough from that loss to make a European tour with Protest The Hero and The Contortionist.
A press release from Protest The Hero's label announced that The Safety Fire would be replacing the tech-death masters:
"Due to internal band issues, The Faceless have been forced to drop off the upcoming Protest The Hero tour commencing next Friday November 14th in Leipzig, Germany. Replacing The Faceless on the tour will be longtime Protest The Hero friends The Safety Fire. All scheduled dates will be played and The Contortionist will continue to be on all shows." More...