Despised Icon Won ‘Metal/Hard Music Album of the Year’ Juno Award for ‘Shadow Work’
Canadian metal veterans Despised Icon captured the Juno Award for Metal/Hard Music Album of the Year with their 2025 release Shadow Work. The album triumphed over Counterparts, Cryptopsy, Silverstein and Unreqvited in a tightly contested field. Shadow Work marks the band’s first full-length since their 2019 comeback, underscoring a successful return to the spotlight. The ceremony also saw The Beaches win Rock Album of the Year, highlighting the diversity of Canada’s contemporary music scene.
Founding Boysetsfire Drummer Matt Krupanski Passed Away
Founding Boysetsfire drummer Matt Krupanski passed away on March 29, as announced via the band’s Instagram. Krupanski, who left the post-hardcore group in 2012 to study architecture, later became Director of Engineering at Hadley Exhibits Inc. The band expressed deep...
Dimmu Borgir Announce New Album ‘Grand Serpent Rising’ with “Ulvgjeld & Blodsodel”
Norwegian black‑metal giants Dimmu Borgir have unveiled their new single “Ulvgjeld & Blodsodel” and announced the forthcoming album *Grand Serpent Rising*, slated for May 22, 2026 on Nuclear Blast Records. The record marks the band’s first full‑length release since 2018’s *Eonian* and contains...
Pro-Pain’s Kick Ass New Single “March Of The Giants” Streaming Now
Hardcore veterans Pro‑Pain have dropped the second single, “March Of The Giants,” from their first album in 11 years, Stone Cold Anger, slated for May 15 release on Napalm Records. The four‑minute track channels aggressive energy and a message of standing...
Left To Suffer Enter the Studio for Their Next Album
Atlanta‑based deathcore outfit Left To Suffer announced they are back in the studio, working on their fourth full‑length album with producer Josh Schroeder. The band shared a short video on Instagram that captures a crushing breakdown, confirming that recording is...
Corrosion of Conformity Add Western U.S. and Canada Tour Dates
Corrosion of Conformity announced a new 14‑date western North American tour running from July 6 to July 22, 2026. The itinerary adds shows in major markets such as Los Angeles, Seattle, Denver and a sole Canadian stop in Vancouver, BC. The...
Terror Drop New Single “Destruction Of My Soul”
Hardcore band Terror has issued a new single, “Destruction Of My Soul,” as a preview for their upcoming tenth studio album, STILL SUFFER. The album, featuring ten tracks and guest spots from Chuck Ragan, Jay Peta, Dan Seely, and Brody...
Sepultura Perform “The Place” For the First Time in Perth: Watch
Sepultura opened their Australian tour in Perth on March 20, debuting the new track “The Place” at Metro City. The song is taken from the forthcoming EP *The Cloud Of Unknowing*, slated for an April 24 release via Nuclear Blast...
Carnivore A.D. Slow Things Down with “I Stand Alone”
Carnivore A.D. has dropped the single “I Stand Alone,” a slower, brooding track that departs from the high‑velocity aggression of their earlier release “Social Decomposition.” The song serves as a preview for the forthcoming EP *Transmutation*, slated for March 27...
Infected Rain’s New Single “Stranger” Streaming Now
Moldovan nu‑metal/metalcore outfit Infected Rain dropped the standalone single “Stranger” today, accompanied by a striking music video. The track delves into identity loss, personal transformation, and inner conflict, as vocalist Lena Scissorhands describes it as confronting a stranger within oneself....
Dave Mustaine’s Memoir ‘In My Darkest Hour’ Coming This September
Dave Mustaine’s memoir *In My Darkest Hour* will be released on September 8 through Da Capo, an imprint of Grand Central Publishing. Co‑written with journalist Joe Layden, the book offers a raw look at Mustaine’s life, from his early exit from Metallica to...
Bastardane (Featuring James Hetfield’s Son Castor) Release New Single “Taciturn & Morose”
Bastardane, the metal outfit fronted by James Hetfield’s son Castor, dropped a new single titled “Taciturn & Morose.” The track was produced by Gojira frontman Joseph Duplantier and arrives amid a lineup shift that sees bassist Luca Badan sharing vocal...
Lamb Of God Clarifies the Confusion Surrounding ‘Into Oblivion’ Bonus Track “Wire”
Lamb of God confirmed that the bonus track “Wire” is only available on iTunes and Amazon Music as part of a special edition of their new album Into Oblivion. The limited‑time version costs $4.99 and will disappear at midnight on...
Ulver Drop Digital Single “Hollywood Babylon (Gazelle Twin Remix)”
Norwegian avant‑garde outfit Ulver released a digital single remix of “Hollywood Babylon,” featuring the atmospheric touch of electronic artist Gazelle Twin. The track revisits the song from Ulver’s 2024 album Liminal Animals and drops just weeks after the physical release...
Heriot’s Full Audiotree Live Session Now Available on YouTube
UK deathcore outfit Heriot has just seen its full Audiotree Live session uploaded to YouTube, showcasing four songs from their debut album Devoured by the Mouth of Hell. Filmed at Audiotree’s Chicago studio, the performance intersperses the heavy tracks with...
High Parasite (Feat. My Dying Bride’s Aaron Stainthorpe) Release “Drag Me Under”
High Parasite, the death‑pop outfit featuring My Dying Bride’s Aaron Stainthorpe, dropped the single “Drag Me Under.” The track was originally earmarked for their 2024 debut album *Forever We Burn* but was held back for strategic timing. Band bassist Tombs...
Exclusive Premiere: Trip Villain Pay Homage to Early 2000s Industrial Metal with “Villain Maw”
Brooklyn‑based Trip Villain has released the single “Villain Maw,” a collaboration with fellow New York band Vixen Maw, as a preview for their upcoming sophomore album *Dose*. The track fuses early‑2000s industrial metal aggression with club‑ready techno synths, reflecting a...
Trent Reznor Clarifies that NIN Aren’t “Intentionally Stopping” Touring
Trent Reznor addressed rumors that Nine Inch Nails are ending live performances during the final Sacramento show of their current tour. He clarified that while no dates are booked and there are no immediate plans, the band is not intentionally...
Dogma Forced to Postpone U.S. Tour Due to Visa Issues
Metal band Dogma announced on March 14 that its upcoming U.S. tour has been postponed due to unexpected delays in visa processing. The group assured fans that all previously purchased tickets remain valid and that new dates will be scheduled...
Crobot Announce New Album, Share First Single “Foot Off”
Crobot announced their ninth studio album, *Supermoon*, slated for a May 1 release on Megaforce Records. The band debuted the lead single “Foot Off,” recorded at Willie Nelson’s Pedernales Recording Studio and The Machine Shop in Texas. Frontman Brandon Yeagley framed...
Crowbar Announces 2026 European Tour Dates
American sludge metal veterans Crowbar have unveiled an extensive 2026 tour schedule, kicking off a U.S. leg on March 19 alongside Eyehategod. The itinerary expands into Europe with nine festival dates spanning June and July, including stops at Graspop, Copenhell,...
UADA Release Cover of Rome’s “Der Brandtaucher”
Black metal band UADA released an acoustic cover of Rome’s neo‑folk track “Der Brandtaucher,” citing deep personal resonance. The cover serves as the final track preview for their forthcoming album Interwoven, due April 10 on Eisenwald Records, now available for pre‑order....
Drain Raised Almost $40,000 to Help Immigrant Families By Selling Their Anti-ICE Shirt
Hardcore band Drain launched an anti‑ICE shirt campaign that sold roughly 2,000 units in a single weekend, generating a $39,955 check for the Community Foundation Santa Cruz County’s Supporting Immigrants fund. Vocalist Sammy Ciaramitaro hand‑delivered the donation, earmarking the money...
Elegant Weapons Drop Single “Bridges Burn” As New Album ‘Evolution’ Gets April Release Date
Elegant Weapons, the heavy‑metal supergroup featuring Rainbow vocalist Ronnie Romero, Judas Priest guitarist Richie Faulkner, Uriah Heep bassist Dave Rimmer and Accept drummer Christopher Williams, released the single “Bridges Burn” and announced their sophomore album Evolution, slated for April 24...
Black Label Society and Veeps to Livestream First Live Performance of “Ozzy’s Song”
Black Label Society will debut "Ozzy's Song," a tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne, during their March 27 show at The Sylvee in Madison, Wisconsin. The performance coincides with the release of their new album *Engines of Destruction* and will...
Korn’s Jonathan Davis to Be Grand Marshall at This Weekend’s NASCAR’s Pennzoil 400
Metal band Korn’s frontman Jonathan Davis will serve as grand marshal for the NASCAR Pennzoil 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on March 15. The appointment was announced on Instagram, featuring a video of Davis in a Sick New World‑branded...
Acid Bath Add September Show with Melvins, Kylesa, and a ‘Very Special Guest’
Acid Bath announced a new concert on September 5 at the Hellbender in Asheville, North Carolina, featuring the Melvins, Kylesa, and an unnamed ‘very special guest’ as direct support. The presale is currently live, with the promo code BURNFACE granting early...
Marilyn Manson to Mark ‘Antichrist Superstar’ Anniversary with Two Los Angeles Shows
Marilyn Manson announced two back‑to‑back concerts in Los Angeles to celebrate the 30th anniversary of his seminal album Antichrist Superstar. Both shows will be held at the historic Wiltern theater, with the first on Halloween (Oct 31) and the second on Nov 1....
Ingested Opt to Re-Record Vocals for Their Forthcoming Album After Canning Josh Davies
British tech‑death metal outfit Ingested has decided to replace all vocal tracks on its upcoming May release, Denunciation, after firing frontman Josh Davies amid sexual‑misconduct allegations. Guitarists Sean Hines and Andrew Virrueta re‑recorded the entire vocal catalogue, and the band...
Alissa White-Gluz’s Solo Band Is Now Called Blue Medusa
Former Arch Enemy frontwoman Alissa White-Gluz announced her solo project’s new name, Blue Medusa. The lineup features White-Gluz, guitarists Alyssa Day and Dani Sophia, drummer Delaney Jaster, and bassist Alicia Vigil, all women. She revealed the rebrand on International Women’s...
Whitechapel Announce 2027 European Tour
Whitechapel has unveiled the "Burn Forever" European tour slated for January‑March 2027, covering 40 cities from Leipzig to Warsaw. The lineup pairs the deathcore veterans with Sylosis, 200 Stab Wounds and Tribal Gaze, with UK dates co‑headlined by Sylosis. Simultaneously...
Matt Zane Shares Clip of Unfinished Wayne Static Track “Infiltrator”
Filmmaker Matt Zane posted a snippet of an unfinished Wayne Static track titled “Infiltrator,” part of his contentious, unauthorized documentary about the late Static‑X frontman and his wife Tera Wray. The estates of Wayne and Tera, as well as Static‑X,...
Ex-The S.E.T. Brady Ebert Urges Fans Not to Support “Cover Band” After Exit
Former The S.E.T. guitarist Brady Ebert was expelled after publicly disparaging his former band. On the day the group released its debut EP *Self Evident Truth* (March 6), Ebert posted on Instagram urging fans not to stream the record, labeling the...