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Primal Fear Announce 'Shadow Riders' For April 2027
Bassist and producer Mat Sinner confirms the upcoming title and release date for the German power metal veterans.
Anberlin Enter New Era with 'Currency' and New Single
ANBERLIN announce their ninth studio album, featuring new vocalist Matty Mullins, alongside the release of the single 'Neverafter'.
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ELECTRIC CALLBOYTANZNEID
A neon-soaked rollercoaster that occasionally loses its footing in the surf of its own over-eager production.
Anneke van Giersbergen Reflects on the Overwhelming Success of THE GATHERING's 'Mandylion' Reunion
Anneke van Giersbergen discusses the unexpected demand for THE GATHERING's 'Mandylion' anniversary tour and the healing of old wounds.
Troy Sanders Reflects on Geezer Butler Collaboration on 'Marrow Deep'
Mastodon bassist Troy Sanders shares the 'cool moment' of securing a Geezer Butler contribution for the band's latest offering.
Power Trip Reflect on 'Best Tour Ever' Supporting Panthera
Blake Ibanez discusses the transformative experience of touring with Panthera and honoring the band's legacy.
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ORBIT CULTUREDescent
A bloated, muddy excursion into generic melodic death metal where technical proficiency is squandered on over-indulgent compositions.
Visit Croatia
Croatia is the other side of the Adriatic Sea: a country that still has clear traces of a Roman and Venetian past, but has developed a strong identity culture, with its own traditions and artistic movements.
Stryfe Join Candlepower Records for Upcoming 'Breathe' Release
Southern California progressive metal outfit STRYFE have signed a distribution deal with Candlepower Records.
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DEFENDERS OF THE FAITHOdes To The Gods
A towering achievement in heavy metal, where meticulous production meets a sense of timeless, atmospheric weight.
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PRONGState Of Emergency
Prong deliver a muscular, groove-heavy slab of industrial-tinted metal that prioritises mechanical precision over pyrotechnic flair.
SAXON's Brian Tatler Confirms 'Gods of Thunder' is 'In the Can'
SAXON guitarist Brian Tatler discusses the production of the upcoming album and the enduring vitality of frontman Biff Byford.
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BEARTOOTHThe Surface
Beartooth offers a polished, safe, and somewhat weary stroll through familiar metalcore territory on 'The Surface'.
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AMARANTHEThe Catalyst (Bonus Version)
Amaranthe continue their high-octane march, blending dance-metal polish with raw melodic power.
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NOCTURNAOf Sorcery And Darkness
Nocturna weave a dense tapestry of symphonic power metal that balances cinematic grandeur with a touch of accessible magic.
DOWN Kicks Off 'Strap It Down' Tour in Atlanta
Heavy metal supergroup DOWN has launched their North American tour with a high-octane performance in Georgia.
Nuclear Blast Records
At the Nuclear Blast online metal store, you'll find over 15,000 items from more than 1,000 bands! No.1 Heavy Metal Online Shop!
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AMORPHISRarities 1991 - 2001
A staggering excavation of Finnish metal's formative era, blending folk-infused melancholy with primitive death metal grit.
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EVERGREYFrom Dark Discoveries to Heartless Portraits
A majestic, sprawling odyssey that cements Evergrey's status as masters of atmospheric progressive metal.
Rikki Rockett Performs Poison's Debut Album in Full with The Rockett Mafia
Poison founder Rikki Rockett takes to the Whisky A Go Go stage to perform the entire 'Look What The Cat Dragged In' album.
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ROTTING CHRISTAealo (Re-recorded)
Rotting Christ transcend the boundaries of black metal with a staggering, pristine reimagining of their foundational masterpiece.
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TARJADark Christmas
A symphonic makeover of festive staples that leans heavily on atmosphere over edge.
The Violent Hour Taps Into Digital Decay with New Single 'Screenager'
Carla Harvey and Charlie Benante's heavy rock outfit delivers a scathing critique of digital life on their latest single.