Following the three-album hat trick of Reign in Blood, South of Heaven and Seasons in the Abyss, Slayer became a band that could do no wrong – or at least until Diabolus in Musica came out in 1998. The next to last album to be released before drummer Dave Lombardo rejoined the fold, it’s about as close to trying to fit in with current trends as Slayer ever came. However, the current trend at the time was nu-metal, which led to fans accusing the band of selling out. That was enough for them to return to heaviness with 2001’s God Hates us All and to stop playing anything from Diabolus.
Metal By Numbers: Cure the Charts – 4/18/2024
Metal By Numbers is a weekly column in which we look at the top metal sellers and debuts of the week, with order links provided by Amazon. This column was delayed longer than expected due to a medical issue and subsequent procedure. However, we're pleased to announce...
Oceans of Slumber unveil “Where Gods Fear to Speak” video
Oceans of Slumber are back in a heavier and darker direction on their latest single, "Where Gods Fear to Speak." The accompanying video, directed by Josh Vargas, captures the essence of the song's overall thought-provoking theme. The Houston band, blending melodic...
Nothing More streaming new song “House of Sand” featuring I Prevail’s Eric Vanlerberghe
Nothing More have announced their fifth album, CARNAl, is scheduled to arrive on June 28th via Better Noise Music. To coincide with the reveal, the group released their new single, "HOUSE ON SAND," featuring I Prevail's Eric Vanlerberghe. Guitarist Mark Vollelunga...
New & Noteworthy: Release Ballads – 4/12/2024
New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week will see the debut of Jakobs Castle, the return of classic rockers Blue Öyster Cult, Mark Knopfler and James, as...
New & Noteworthy: God Damned You To Releases – 4/5/2024
New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Albums hitting shelves this week include the return of The Libertines, the final album from Cock Sparrer and the debut solo LP from...
New & Noteworthy: Thoughts & Releases – 3/29/2024
New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week will see the final album from Sum 41, the debut of Glyph and a tour EP featuring Puscifer, A Perfect Circle and Primus,...