Slipknot triple announcement: 2024 North American Tour, Knotfest lineup, & confirm new drummer
Twenty-five years ago, a small band at the time, Slipknot, from Des Moines, Iowa, with many members in orange jumpsuits, released their self-titled debut album. Twenty-five years later, they're one of the biggest acts formed within the nu-metal, post-grunge era, who...
From metal Goddesses to non-alcoholic Brew: Reflecting on Kittie’s impact with KittiePig
KittiePig, the non-alcoholic beverage, may seem like another band producing a product to sell. But for this, it goes deeper, is more thoughtful, and carries a greater meaning. Kittie has always been inspiring, pushing boundaries and opting for alternative paths....
Album Review: DOOL – ‘The Shape of Fluidity’
Formed in 2015 by vocalist and guitarist Raven (formerly Ryanne) van Dorst, hailing from the Netherlands, DOOL have come a long way. With the latest and possibly strongest release yet, The Shape of Fluidity, the band cuts you to the core, opening their wounds and...
Double EP Review: Kill Dyll – ‘Antagonist’ & ‘Embrace The Chaos, Vol 1.’
Introducing Kill Dyll, the trap metal artist who transcends genre boundaries with his unique blend of hip-hop, rock, and various subgenres. Hailing from Denver, CO, Kill Dyll's early introduction to diverse music genres sparked his passion for experimentation beyond...
Concert Calendar (4/29-5/04): The Big Kahunas. In Flames, Queensryche, & more
Hey, hey. Hope everything is hoochie-koochie gucci cowabunga with ya'll. I listed a bunch of zang gigs for you this week, and the start of May is looking good. Have fun checking some of the best shows of this work below. Thanks for supporting Metal Insider! I hope...
Interview: Kim Ljung of Norway’s Legendary Seigmen Discusses ‘Resonans’
“Seigmen is one of the few bands in this world that carry the gold standard of quality, integrity, and authenticity that all bands should aspire to reach.” ~ Kark of Dødsengel Norway’s revered Seigmen will unleash their latest studio album, Resonans, on May 3 via...
Album Review: Lethe — ‘Alienation’
Formed in 2012, Lethe have finally returned with their third full-length offering, Alienation. A supergroup duo consisting of Anna Murphy of Switzerland and Tor-Helge Skei of Norway, Lethe represent the meeting of two top-notch talents. While the incredibly...
Fear Factory enlist Butcher Babies’ Ricky Bonazza as temporary bassist
Fear Factory recently welcomed Ricky Bonazza from Butcher Babies as their bassist for a handful of shows. Bonazza stepped in while Fear Factory's regular bassist, Tony Campos, tours with Static-X. Bonazza's live debut with these industrial metal giants was at the Sick...
Album Review: Darkthrone — ‘It Beckons Us All’
Darkthrone’s 21st studio album, It Beckons Us All, dropped on April 26, courtesy of England’s esteemed Peaceville Records. This seven-song offering is instantly recognizable as the work of Fenriz and Nocturno Culto, yet it also demonstrates the duo’s ever-present need...
Serj Tankian to drop solo EP ‘Foundations’ in September; autobiography coming in May
System of a Down's Serj Tankian recently revealed to Metal Hammer his plans to release a new solo EP titled Foundations in September. The EP will feature five songs, some dating back to Tankian's early days with System of a Down, while others are from his solo career...
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Hammerfall share “Hail To The King” video; new album arriving in August
Swedish metal giants Hammerfall have announced that their 13th studio album, Avenge The Fallen, will be released on August 9th via Nuclear Blast Records. To give a taste of what's to come, the group has shared a video for their new single, "Hail To The King." Joacim...
Video Premiere: Voraath – “The Barrens”
Hailing from the Carolinas, Voraath, the sci-fi horror-inspired extreme metal band is gearing up to release their debut album, Vol 1: The Hymn of the Hunters on June 17 via Exitus Strategem Records. Today (25th), the group has teamed up with Metal Insider to premiere...
Witherfall unveil “They Will Let You Down” video
Los Angeles-based dark melodic masters Witherfall have unveiled a video for their latest single, "They Will Let You Down." The track is taken from their upcoming album,Sounds Of The Forgotten, set to arrive on May 31st via the band's own label, DeathWave Records. This...
New & Noteworthy: Myths of Releases – 3/22/2024
New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Among this week’s new albums are the returns of Gossip and Brodequin, as well as highly-anticipated works from Elbow, The Jesus...
New & Noteworthy: Warp Speed Invincible Project Releases – 3/1/2024 – 3/15/2024
New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases hitting shelves. The last couple of weeks saw new music from the likes of Waves In Autumn, Bruce Dickinson, Ministry, Kaiser Chiefs, Judas Priest, The...
New & Noteworthy: The Other Side of Releases – 2/23/2024
New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Among the releases on this packed New Music Friday, we will see the returns of Modern English, Job For A Cowboy and Sleepytime...