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Photos/Review: Opeth & Katatonia cast midwinter gloom in Detroit – 2/10/2026

Photos/Review: Opeth & Katatonia cast midwinter gloom in Detroit – 2/10/2026

by Emily Schneider | Feb 19, 2026 | Photos, Reviews

When it comes to bands that are often paired together on rosters, one of the most revered is the sorrowful duo of Opeth and Katatonia. This double dose of sad has reunited for a North American tour as a perfect midwinter treat. On February 10th, they played at the...
Photos/Review: Rough seas couldn’t stop 70000tons of Metal 2026

Photos/Review: Rough seas couldn’t stop 70000tons of Metal 2026

by Mar Morannon | Feb 19, 2026 | Photos, Reviews

Metal Insider returned to 70000tons for another voyage in 2026. Artist spotlights will resume once announcements for the 2027 voyage begin. Stay tuned, more coming SOON. On January 29, 2026, the fourteenth edition of 70000tons of Metal set sail from Miami bound for...
Gig Review: The Iridium Shouted Viva Rock N’ Roll with Deraps – 2/06/26

Gig Review: The Iridium Shouted Viva Rock N’ Roll with Deraps – 2/06/26

by Ian Weber | Feb 10, 2026 | Reviews

Calling all ROCK FANS! I know you guys in most parts of the US are feeling the need for a wild night out, and I have the perfect solution! Deraps is hitting the road for their first-ever US tour, set to shake you out of the “summertime blues.” Their highly...
Album Review: Mayhem – ‘Liturgy of Death’

Album Review: Mayhem – ‘Liturgy of Death’

by Zenae Zukowski | Feb 9, 2026 | Releases, Reviews

For over forty years, Norwegian black metal legends Mayhem have paved the way for darkness and chaos. Throughout their own history, the group has entered new chapters and eras while continuing to unleash bleak realities through a ruthless musical awakening. Their...
Album Review: The Hirsch Effekt – ‘Der Brauch’

Album Review: The Hirsch Effekt – ‘Der Brauch’

by Jordeana Bell | Feb 4, 2026 | Releases, Reviews

I don’t think I could possibly love a band more than when I’m watching them actively refuse to become a fixed idea. The Hirsch Effekt take up shop in the lab where music feels less like a product and more like a mid-thought transcription from a parallel...
Photos/Review: 10 Year Celebration of Ronnie Montrose Remembered Rocks The Grand Theater in Anaheim, CA on 01/24/2026

Photos/Review: 10 Year Celebration of Ronnie Montrose Remembered Rocks The Grand Theater in Anaheim, CA on 01/24/2026

by Chris Loomis | Feb 4, 2026 | Photos, Reviews

The Ronnie Montrose Remembered 10th anniversary concert took place Saturday, January 24, 2026, at the Grand Theater in Anaheim, CA, during NAMM 2026, celebrating the legacy of legendary rock guitarist Ronnie Montrose. The show, produced and hosted by Keith St. John...
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The Eternal share “Bleeding Into Light” lyric video
The Eternal share “Bleeding Into Light” lyric video

Australian-Finnish dark metal act The Eternal have unveiled a lyric video for the song, "Bleeding Into Light." The track is taken from their new EP, Celestial, which arrived last month via Reigning Phoenix Music. Vocalist and guitarist Mark Kelson comments: "The...

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Bruce Dickinson releases Dolby Atmos editions of ‘Skunkworks’ and ‘Tattooed Millionaire’
Bruce Dickinson releases Dolby Atmos editions of ‘Skunkworks’ and ‘Tattooed Millionaire’

In celebration of the 30th anniversary of his third solo album, Skunkworks, Bruce Dickinson has unveiled newly remixed Dolby Atmos versions of both Skunkworks and his 1990 debut Tattooed Millionaire, available now via BMG Rights Management. The releases follow last...

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Video Premiere: Siege Perilous – “Becoming the Dragon”
Video Premiere: Siege Perilous – “Becoming the Dragon”

Colorado power metal outfit Siege Perilous have teamed up with Metal Insider to share a video of their latest single, "Becoming the Dragon." The track is the title track from their forthcoming record, Becoming the Dragon, scheduled to arrive on March 27, 2026. The...

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New & Noteworthy: Releases Is Not Enough – 2/13/2026

New & Noteworthy: Releases Is Not Enough – 2/13/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week sees new music from the likes of Converge, Gogol Bordello, Mariachi El Bronx and Story Of The Year amongst the many...

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Album Review: Mayhem – ‘Liturgy of Death’

New & Noteworthy: Liturgy of Releases – 2/6/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. The first New Music Friday of February sees LPs from the likes of Puscifer, KMFDM, Mayhem and Tailgunner amongst the many outstanding...

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New & Noteworthy: Eon Of Releases – 1/30/2026

New & Noteworthy: Eon Of Releases – 1/30/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week’s new albums include music from the likes of Blackwater Holylight, Buzzcocks, Kula Shaker and MØL amongst the many outstanding...

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