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Heathen Announce 'Lifetime In Hell' and Debut 'Escapegoat' Single
San Francisco Bay Area thrash veterans HEATHEN are set to release their latest onslaught on Napalm Records in early 2027.
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ANKORShoganai
A polished, if somewhat directionless, exercise in alternative metal tropes that prioritises production sheen over structural innovation.
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GRAVE DIGGERBone Collector
A triumphant return to form where atmosphere and raw power collide in a haunting, heavy metal odyssey.
James Michael Debuts New Project Lowlight Revelry
Former SIXX:A.M. vocalist James Michael launches Lowlight Revelry with the debut album 'No Time For Shooting Stars'.
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BUTCHER BABIES...'Til The World's Blind
Butcher Babies deliver a visceral, groove-heavy assault that balances raw aggression with sharp lyrical teeth.
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DISTANTTsukuyomi: The Origin
A monolithic masterclass in downtempo deathcore that weaponises atmosphere and raw, visceral aggression.
Duff McKagan Reflects on the Decline of Velvet Revolver
Duff McKagan opens up about the internal struggles and the eventual collapse of Velvet Revolver during their final years.
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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MAJOR MOMENTVictim
Major Moment forge a towering, visceral masterpiece of alternative metal, purging the weak bits to leave only raw, unapologetic grit.
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EMPLOYED TO SERVEFallen Star
A jagged, atmospheric descent into the psyche of post-hardcore's volatile evolution.
The Gathering Release Live 'Mandylion' Retrospective
The original 'Mandylion' lineup of The Gathering captures their 30th-anniversary celebrations on the new live album 'Echoes Of Mandylion'.
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UNDEATHMore Insane
Undeath refine their suffocating death metal machine on More Insane, delivering a clinic in groove-heavy brutality.
Becky Baldwin Details Her Path to Joining Tony Iommi's 'From The Dark'
The Birmingham-based bassist reveals how her YouTube covers and a lucky email landed her a spot on Tony Iommi's latest solo record.
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HATESPHEREGuillotine
Hatesphere deliver a jagged, high-octane slice of death metal that balances raw grindcore intensity with soaring, melodic sensibilities.
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GOBLIN COCKTraumanaut
A staggering, genre-blurring odyssey that marries death metal brutality with lush indie-rock sensibilities.
Mortal Sin Set To Drop Best-Of Collection And Live Tapes In 2027
Australian thrash legends Mortal Sin confirm a 2027 release schedule featuring a best-of collection and exclusive archival tapes.
EMP Rockshop
Europe's #1 for rock & metal band merchandise, movie, TV & gaming merch & alternative fashion. 25000 items from hundreds of bands, brands & franchises!
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DREAM ON DREAMERHeavens
A masterclass in high-octane fusion, where ethereal textures collide with punishing metallic weight.
Rik Emmett Faces Hair Loss Ahead of Triumph's 2026 Tour
Triumph frontman Rik Emmett reveals he has lost his hair to alopecia areata ahead of the band's massive 2026 North American tour.
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BORIS"hello there"
Boris navigate the precarious balance between crushing sludge density and ethereal drone in a masterclass of heavy composition.
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ZILQYBirth of Riot
Zilqy deliver a searing, high-octane slab of nu-metal that trades glossy production for raw, politicized aggression.
Hatebreed Promise Fast Follow-up to New Album 'Fatal Paradox'
Jamey Jasta confirms 'Fatal Paradox' hits shelves in November, with a heavy rotation of new material planned for the future.
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BATTLESNAKEThe Rise And Demise Of The Motorsteeple
Battlesnake offers a gritty, if somewhat uninspired, trek through traditional heavy metal landscapes.