August Burns Red Release New Single “Sonic Salvation”
August Burns Red has released the new single “Sonic Salvation,” featuring Polaris front‑man Jamie Halls. Guitarist JB Brubaker says it was the first track written for the band’s forthcoming album *Season of Surrender*. The song’s lyrics focus on finding strength through music during difficult moments. *Season of Surrender* arrives on June 5 via Fearless Records, with a supporting tour already on sale.
Premiere: Rickshaw Billie’s Burger Patrol Serve Up a Fuzzy New Jam in “Peaches”
Rickshaw Billie’s Burger Patrol, the “doom wop” trio, premiered their new single “Peaches” ahead of the upcoming album CA$H GRAB. The track is a fuzzy, hook‑laden tune that the band says could make Green Album‑era Weezer jealous. The release coincides...
Amberian Dawn Explore “The Vision of Dreaming”
Finnish symphonic metal band Amberian Dawn released "The Vision of Dreaming," the second single from their upcoming album *Temptation’s Gates*. The track showcases new vocalist Nicole Willerton, whose lyrical theme explores a transcendent love bond. Guitarist‑keyboardist Tuomas Seppälä says the...
Extinction A.D. Drop New Single “Truth or Consequences” Feat. Incendiary’s Brian Audley
Long Island crossover metal act Extinction A.D. released the ferocious single “Truth or Consequences,” clocking just under two‑and‑a‑half minutes. The track features Incendiary guitarist Brian Audley, a former bandmate of vocalist‑guitarist Rick Jimenez, adding extra aggression. Jimenez said Audley’s contribution...
The Sword and Red Fang Announce West Coast U.S. Tour
The Sword and Red Fang have announced a co‑headlining 15‑date U.S. West Coast tour slated for August 2026. The itinerary kicks off on August 7 in Dallas and wraps on August 28 in Denver, hitting major markets such as Los Angeles, Seattle and...
Monolord Release New Single “Oozing Wound”
Swedish doom metal outfit Monolord has issued a new single, “Oozing Wound,” ahead of their forthcoming album *Neverending* slated for May 29 on Relapse Records. The track marks the band’s first foray into drop‑A tuning, delivering a seven‑minute blend of crushing...
Fieldy Explains His Status with Korn, Says He Might Return in the Future
Founding Korn bassist Reginald “Fieldy” Arvizu confirmed his 2021 departure was driven by COVID‑19 concerns and his decision not to get vaccinated. While he contributed to the band’s 2022 album Requiem, he remains on an indefinite hiatus, leaving the door...
Zakk Wylde to Continue Double Duty in Second Leg of Black Label Society’s ‘American Crusade’
Zakk Wylde’s Black Label Society will embark on the second leg of its ‘American Crusade’ tour, sharing the stage with his Black Sabbath tribute act, Zakk Sabbath, from August 25 to October 2. The double‑duty schedule adds 20 more shows...
Squid Pisser Announce ‘Internal Violence’ Tour
Squid Pisser, the avant‑garde grindcore outfit, unveiled its ‘Internal Violence Tour 2026,’ a 15‑day, 13‑city trek across the western United States. The run kicks off on June 18 at Las Vegas’s Dive Bar and wraps on July 2 in San...
Exclusive: Leila Abdul-Rauf Breaks Down ‘Andros Insidium’ Track By Track
California multi‑instrumentalist Leila Abdul‑Rauf released her sixth solo album, *Andros Insidium*, on independent label 20 Buck Spin. The record is described as her darkest, most confrontational work, weaving industrial, ambient and medieval textures. It retells the Sumerian Inanna myth across eight tracks,...
Mortiis Drop New Single “Violent Silence”
Norwegian darkwave pioneer Mortiis released "Violent Silence," the second single from his forthcoming album Ghosts of Europa. The track arrives with a Claudio Marino‑directed video and marks Mortiis' first release on Prophecy Productions, slated for June 26. Mortiis says the...
Reese Maslen Back in Bilmuri Even Though He Quit Over Abuse Allegations
Guitarist Reese Maslen, who left metal band Bilmuri in December 2025 after abuse allegations, has rejoined the group. Maslen issued a public apology and said he spent months working on personal improvement. Bilmuri announced his return ahead of the April...
Slayer Unveil Two ‘Reign In Blood’ Anniversary Shows with Down, Cannibal Corpse, and More
Legendary thrash metal icons Slayer announced two U.S. shows to mark the 40th anniversary of their seminal 1986 album *Reign In Blood*. The band will perform the record in its entirety on September 4 at Minnesota’s Mystic Lake Amphitheater and...
Red Fang and The Sword Tease What Could Be the Announcement of a Killer Tour Together
Red Fang and The Sword posted a cryptic Instagram teaser hinting at a joint announcement on Wednesday. The teaser shows Red Fang’s 3D skull logo backed by a sword and an ominous sound cue. Fans are speculating the reveal will...
Fear Factory Shift Latin American Tour Dates to July
Fear Factory announced that its South American headlining shows in Chile, Argentina and Colombia have been shifted to mid‑July 2026, moving the dates to July 15‑18. The rescheduling also forces the band to cancel its slated performance at Germany’s Bangers...