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Aenimus Announce Indefinite Hiatus
After 13 years, Aenimus is embarking on a hiatus, but not before releasing one last single titled "Phoenix Rise." The track was written by vocalist Seth Stone, guitarist Brian Gosling, bassist John Flynn, and drummer Cody Pulliam. It was recorded, mixed, and mastered by Brian Gosling at Grimzee Studios.
Explains Stone: More...
Born Of Osiris Premiere First New Single In 3 Yrs.
Born Of Osiris has released their latest single, "A Mind Short Circuiting," marking their first new release since 2021. Accompanied by visuals, the track and video are now available for streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below:
Additionally, the band has announced two co-headlining tours with Attila in the coming months. Below are the scheduled tour dates: More...
Reliqa Ink Deal w/ Nuclear Blast Records
Reliqa, the Australian progressive metalcore band, has secured a new label deal beyond their home turf. They've inked a partnership with Nuclear Blast Records for territories outside of Australia, while maintaining their contract with Greyscale Records domestically. To mark this collaboration, the band has unveiled a music video for their latest single "Terminal," directed by Colin Jeffs, both now available for streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below.
Vocalist Monique Pym shared her thoughts on the occasion: More...
Feared Premiere First New Single In 7 Years
Feared has released their first new single in seven years, titled "Song Of The Dead," which is now available for streaming. The core lineup of the duo, consisting of Ola Englund (The Haunted) and vocalist Mario Santos Ramos, remains intact. The track was produced by Jocke Skog of Clawfinger fame.
Englund shared his thoughts on the release. More...
Slayer Announces Reunion Shows
For the first time since the band wrapped the last concert of its Final World Tour back in November 2019, Slayer - Tom Araya/ bass & vocals, guitarists Kerry King and Gary Holt, and Paul Bostaph on drums - announce they will return to the stage this fall, headlining two major festivals, Riot Fest and Louder Than Life.
"Nothing compares to the 90 minutes when we’re on stage playing live, sharing that intense energy with our fans,” said Araya, “and to be honest, we have missed that." Added King, "Have I missed playing live? Absolutely. Slayer means a lot to our fans; they mean a lot to us. It will be five years since we have seen them."
Festival dates:
September 22 Riot Fest, Chicago, IL
September 27 Louder Than Life, Louisville, KY
Monument Of Misanthropy Signs w/ The Flaming Arts
Worldwide booking agency The Flaming Arts Agency welcomes brutal death metal institution Monument Of Misanthropy to its roster. The internationally successful band from Austria has released two studio albums, an EP and a demo to date. The last album "Unterweger" was released in 2021 via the Transcending Obscurity Records label. Their new album “Vile Postmortem Irrumatio” will be released this coming weeks through the same label.
Monument Of Misanthropy has teamed up with Metalundergound.com to exclusively premiere their new lyric video for "A Nice Beheading For MoM ". The clip will go live on YouTube at 10 a.m. EST.
Comments the booking agency:
"We are pleased to announce Monument Of Misanthropy to the roster. Monument of Misanthropy are currently working on their 3rd studio full-length titled “Vile Postmortem Irrumatio”, which will be a concept album about US serial killer Ed Kemper. The record is scheduled for release this spring 2024. Enquiries to jon@theflamingarts.eu Check them out below!
Adds George Wilfinger: More...
Power Trip Announces Plans To Return
Texan crossover thrash metal band Power Trip has announced plans to return to the stage later this year. Vocalist Riley Gale suddenly passed away in August 2020 and the future of the band was uncertain for the following years. The group made a surprise live return in December 2023 with Seth Gilmore on vocals. An update from the band has confirmed plans for more shows later this year with Gilmore behind the mic.
"Nearly four years ago to the day, unbeknownst to us, we would perform for the last time as Power Trip.
"It has been a difficult road since then, marked by deep pain, grief, and everything else that came with losing our brother Riley.
"We know this can’t be undone, and it will always remain part of us. We have thought deeply about the future of Power Trip and what always comes back to us is that this band was founded on resilience, perseverance, and most importantly: a love for the music and for all of the people it has brought us closer to along the way.
"We’ll never have the words to convey our appreciation of the enduring support we’ve received over the years, and we feel as though the time is right to get back on stage for all of you who’ve been there throughout our existence as a band.
With that, we are excited to announce a round of upcoming 2024 performances starting with No Values on June 8th in SoCal.
"Joining us will be our long-time close friend/collaborator, and singer of Fugitive/Skourge—Seth Gilmore—who will be handling vocals for these upcoming shows.
Stay tuned, more info on the way…
"Riley Gale Forever.
Power Trip Forever.
See you in the pit.
- Blake, Chris, Nick and Chris" More...
Kittie Premiere 1st New Single In Over A Decade
Gold-certified Canadian alternative metal band Kittie has returned with their first new material in over a decade. Produced by Nick Raskulinecz (known for his work with Deftones and Korn), the comeback includes the single "Eyes Wide Open" along with its official music video, both of which streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Additionally, the band has announced their signing with Sumerian Records, with vocalist/guitarist Morgan Lander sharing her thoughts on the partnership: More...
Metallica Win 'Best Metal Performance' Award
The 66th annual 'GRAMMY Awards' were presented last night, in a pair of ceremonies in Los Angeles, CA. As usual, the metal and rock categories were awarded during a pre-telecast performance. Metallica won the 'Best Metal Performance' award for their song "72 Seasons." Bassist/vocalist Robert Trujillo was present to accept the award.
Here are the results for the 'Best Metal Performance' category: More...
Kerry King Announces Debut Solo Album Release Date
The Los Angeles Forum, just before midnight on Saturday, November 30, 2019. Slayer’s Kerry King stood center stage, his signature chains hung from his belt, he walked over to stage right, unhooked the chains and held them high, dropped them onto the stage floor, turned around and walked off the stage.
"I knew early on that I wasn’t done, and I had no intention of not continuing to play."
— Kerry King
With enough new material for two full albums, all written by King, if it hadn’t been for the COVID pandemic, his long-awaited solo project would likely have emerged back in 2020. For his debut album, "From Hell I Rise," due out May 17 on Reigning Phoenix Music, King, on lead guitar, enlisted drummer Paul Bostaph (Slayer), bassist Kyle Sanders (Hellyeah), Phil Demmel (formerly Machine Head) on lead guitar, and vocalist Mark Osegueda (Death Angel). Working with producer Josh Wilbur (Korn, Lamb of God, Avenged Sevenfold, Bad Religion), the vast bulk of King’s solo album was recorded at Henson Studios in Los Angeles in about two weeks, and was finished this past June.
"I didn’t know what to think, you know, it’s Kerry King from Slayer who I’ve heard a million times," said Wilbur. "He’s a very strong presence. I wouldn’t say Kerry has an ego, but he has confidence in himself, which is a good thing. That’s what you want in your rock stars and in your band. He never comes off as a jerk or mean guy. But he does know exactly what he wants. He doesn’t beat around the bush. He’s like, ‘I don’t want to do that, but I want to do this.’ Very direct, but it comes from a place of confidence, and not from a place of anything else. I really enjoyed working with Kerry." More...
Split Iris Sign w/ Seek And Strike
Split Iris has inked a deal with Seek And Strike and is currently in the process of creating their new full-length record for the label. The first offering from this collaboration is the song "Purge," accompanied by a video available below. The Finnish progressive metalcore band anticipates releasing the aforementioned record in the summer.
Vocalist Aleksi Rautiainen shared his thoughts on the new development: More...
Morvigor Back w/ New Track After 7 Yrs. Hiatus
Dutch quartet Morvigor return from a 7 year hiatus with a new EP named "De Spiegel", which will be co-released on February 26th by Onism Productions and Vita Detestabilis. Today the black metal band premieres a new single titled "Midden in de wereld" from it, available for streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Elitist Return w/ New Single After 9-Year Hiatus
LA-based metalcore outfit Elitist has made a comeback after a prolonged hiatus, unveiling their new single, "DARK." The group's anticipated comeback album is set to be released later this year, with more details to be revealed. The band has accompanied their sonic return with a music video directed by Julian Andre. Elitist had previously disbanded in 2015.
Ex-Cryptopsy Singer Martin Lacroix Has Passed Away
Martin Lacroix, the former vocalist of Cryptopsy, has sadly passed away. Lacroix had a relatively short stint in the band, serving as their vocalist from 2001 to 2003. He contributed to their 2003 live album, "None So Live." Beyond his time with Cryptopsy, he was a member of Spasme, Serocs, and Enmity. Additionally, he was recognized as a notable artist, contributing designs for bands such as Gorguts and others.
His former bandmates from the Canadian technical death metal group paid tribute to him sharing the following post on social media: More...
Last Chance To Reason Back After 11 Year Hiatus
After an 11-year hiatus, Last Chance To Reason has returned with a new single titled "Digital Twin." The single showcases the band's original lineup, including vocalist Michael Lessard (The Contortionist), guitarist A.J. Harvey, bassist Chris Corey, and drummer Evan Sammons (Caricature), alongside Arch Echo keyboardist Joey Izzo.
"Digital Twin" comes with a visually compelling music video directed by Ben Levin. The music was produced and engineered by Sammons, with the mix and master handled by Jamie King.
Ex-Dream Theater & Guns N' Roses Members Team Up
A new force has emerged in the progressive metal scene, featuring a lineup of seasoned musicians. Whom Gods Destroy comprises keyboardist Derek Sherinian (formerly of Dream Theater and Sons Of Apollo), guitarist Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal (formerly of Guns N' Roses, Sons Of Apollo, and Art of Anarchy), vocalist Dino Jelusick, bassist Yas Nomura, and drummer Bruno Valverde (of Angra).
With a collective musical pedigree of this caliber, the band delivers a powerful experience, exemplified by their debut single "In The Name Of War", now available for streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below. The track showcases impressive keyboard melodies, stellar vocals by Jelusick, blistering guitar solos from Bumblefoot, and a dynamic rhythm section. If this initial song is any indication, their upcoming album, "Insanium," promises to be a noteworthy addition to the progressive metal landscape and will be out via Inside Out Music on March 15, 2024.
Bumblefoot shared insights into the formation of Whom Gods Destroy: More...
Gates To Hell Ink Deal w/ Nuclear Blast Records
Louisville, KY hardcore metal group Gates To Hell has revealed their signing with Nuclear Blast Records. This announcement comes ahead of the band's upcoming U.S. tour with their now labelmates in Machine Head and Fear Factory.
The band has released their new single "Resurrected" online along with the news of their new label home. The accompanying music video was directed by Errick Easterday (Varials, Undeath).
Guitarist Seth Lewis commented on the track: More...
Acres Ink Deal w/ Solid State Records/Tooth & Nail
Portsmouth, UK-based post-hardcore/metalcore band Acres has inked a deal with Solid State Records/Tooth & Nail Records. The group has recently unveiled a video for their single “A Different Shade Of Misery,” produced by Landon Tewers of the gold-certified post-hardcore band The Plot In You. Check out "“A Different Shade Of Misery" streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Explains Acres vocalist Ben Lumber: More...
Magnum Founder Tony Clarkin Passes Aged 77
Tony Clarkin, the founder, guitarist and main songwriter of Magnum, has passed away at the age of 77. The musician was diagnosed with a rare spinal condition last month, which resulted in the cancellation of the band's planned Spring tour. Clarkin was, along with singer Bob Catley, a constant member of Magnum, contributing to all twenty two of their albums, including the latest, "Here Comes The Rain," which is scheduled to be released this Friday (January 12th.) A message from his family reads as follows:
"On behalf of the family it is with profound sadness that daughter Dionne is sharing the news of the passing of Tony Clarkin.
"Following a short illness, he died peacefully surrounded by his girls on Sunday 7th January 2024.
"I know that Tony has touched so many people through his music in so many different ways. I don’t really have words to express what he meant to me right now as the grief is too fresh.
"As many of you know Tony had a great affinity with animals. It is the family’s intention to set up a charitable trust in his name to aid this cause, further details to follow. Please do not send flowers or cards, as he would have much preferred expressions of sympathy to go to charity in this way.
"It was a privilege to call him my Dad."
Former Scorpions Drummer James Kottak Passes Away
James Kottak, the longest serving drummer of German hard rock/heavy metal legends Scorpions and founding member of Kingdom Come, has sadly died at the age of sixty one. A cause of death has not yet been revealed. A message from his former band reads as follows:
"Very sad news. Our dear friend and Drummer for 20 years James Kottak has passed at the age of 61. James was a wonderful human being , a great musician and loving family man … he was our 'Brother from another Mother' and will be truly missed.
"Rock‘n Roll Forever. RIP James
"Klaus, Rudolf, Matthias, Pawel and Mikkey."
In addition to his work with Scorpions, Kottak was an original member of the band Kingdom Come, performing on their first two albums, "Kingdom Come" and "In Your Face." He also worked with the McAuley Schenker Group on their album, "MSG" and with Warrant for their 1995 album, "Ultraphobic," as well as heading up his own band Kottak. Kottak also had a stint with The Cult, Montrose (appearing on their 1987 record, "Mean,") Wild Horses and Buster Brown among others.
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