Ukrainian symphonic progressive metal band Ignea have announced their next studio album, Monumental, which is set for release on October 23rd through Napalm Records. The nine-track effort was mixed and mastered by Jacob Hansen (Amon Amarth, Arch Enemy) and finds the band exploring themes of nostalgia, unrealized futures, and the lingering impact of the past through both its music and visual identity. Vocalist Helle Bohdanova explained that the record was heavily inspired by modernist architecture and the emotional weight attached to memories of places and eras that once promised a brighter tomorrow. “Back in the 17th century, nostalgia was considered…
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Show Me The Body have unveiled plans for an extensive North American headlining tour set to kick off this September. The experimental post-hardcore outfit will hit the road in support of their upcoming album, Alone Together, which is scheduled to arrive on July 10th through Loma Vista Recordings. Joining the band across the trek will be Whispers, Jivebomb and Holder, while Lip Critic will appear on select dates near the end of the run. Tickets for the newly announced dates are set to go on sale Wednesday, June 10th. The tour launches in Boston, MA on September 15th before making…
All Shall Perish have officially completed the lineup for their upcoming 20th anniversary tour celebrating ‘The Price Of Existence’, revealing that Carnifex, Extermination Dismemberment, and Mauled will join them on the fall North American trek. The California deathcore pioneers first announced the tour in May, confirming plans to perform material in support of their landmark 2006 sophomore album. At the time, the band noted that additional artists would be announced at a later date. On June 8, they finally unveiled the full package, which brings together several of extreme music’s heaviest acts for a month-long run across the United States…
A bizarre situation appears to be unfolding overseas for Canadian progressive psych rock outfit Angine De Poitrine, as a reportedly unauthorized version of the band has allegedly been performing live in Russia while presenting itself as the real group. According to Exclaim!, the imitation act has been appearing on stage in costumes similar to those worn by the actual band and has even been tagging the real group’s social media accounts without clearly identifying itself as a tribute or cover act. Sam Murdock, an art director associated with Angine De Poitrine, addressed the situation while speaking with the publication. “There’s…
Periphery guitarist Jake Bowen has announced that he will not be joining the band’s upcoming European and UK touring run due to a serious illness affecting a member of his family. Bowen, who has been with the band since its early years and is one of the longest-tenured members of the lineup, shared the news in a video message to fans. According to the guitarist, the decision was made after discussions with his bandmates, who agreed that remaining close to home is the best course of action while his family deals with the situation. “I just wanted to let everyone…
Former Crystal Lake vocalist John Robert Centorrino has publicly hinted at behind-the-scenes issues within the band, suggesting that his March 2026 departure involved more than the family-focused explanation initially shared by both sides. When Centorrino exited the Japanese metalcore outfit earlier this year, both he and the band indicated that the decision was largely driven by his desire to spend more time with his young child. However, comments posted to his Facebook page on June 7 paint a more complicated picture. Centorrino first signaled that he intends to publicly address his experience with the band in greater detail, writing: “Going…
The 10th annual Pitfest in Emmen, Netherlands was cut short on June 6 after a fan died during a performance by Gorilla Biscuits. Festival organizers later confirmed that the individual passed away from natural causes after becoming unwell during the set. Following the incident, several performances scheduled for later in the day were canceled out of respect for the deceased, their loved ones, and those affected by the tragedy. In a statement released by organizers, Pitfest said: “It is with great sadness that we must announce that one of our visitors passed away during Pitfest. During the performance of Gorilla…
A chaotic moment unfolded during End It’s performance in Toronto, ON on June 5 when the Baltimore hardcore band singled out a fan dressed in a banana costume and encouraged the crowd to tear the outfit apart. The incident took place during a bill featuring Terror, Pain Of Truth, and Start Today. Mid-set, End It vocalist Akil Godsey addressed the fan directly, questioning the decision to attend the show in the costume and eventually offering the band’s setlist as a reward to anyone who managed to destroy it. “We’re just gonna address it, do you want to do this now,…
Ameonna, the studio project featuring three former Chelsea Grin members, are officially preparing to make their live debut after previously existing solely as a recording-based project. The band includes vocalist Alex Koehler, guitarist/bassist Jacob Harmond, and drummer Pablo Viveros, all of whom previously played key roles in Chelsea Grin’s rise within the deathcore scene. The group confirmed the news via social media on June 5, outlining their identity and future plans as they transition into live performances for the first time. “Ameonna is a new metal band born from the legacy of deathcore mainstays Chelsea Grin, uniting vocalist Alex Koehler,…
Platinum-certified hard rock band Black Veil Brides have recruited Wade Murff (Godsmack, Daughtry, Prong, Orgy) to fill in on drums for the remainder of their ongoing European and UK tour. The update follows news that longtime drummer Christian “CC” Coma has temporarily stepped away from the tour due to what the band described as an “unfortunate personal and private matter.” The band confirmed the change in an official statement issued on June 6, noting adjustments had to be made following a previously announced cancellation in Milan. “Due to an unfortunate personal and private matter, our brother Christian Coma will not…
