North Carolina meteorologist Chris Michaels is continuing his viral habit of weaving metal lyrics into live weather reports—this time pulling references from Periphery during a recent WRAL broadcast. Michaels, who previously gained attention online for slipping Sleep Token lyrics into his forecasts, has now expanded the bit into Periphery’s latest material, incorporating lines from the band’s new single “Heaven on High” during his on-air segment. Embedded within the forecast, along with additional lyrical nods tied to the track, continuing his growing reputation for subtle metal references hidden inside routine weather updates. The timing also coincides with a major release moment…
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Multi-platinum alternative metal outfit Staind have officially wrapped recording on their ninth studio album, according to guitarist Mike Mushok. Speaking during an interview around this week’s Sonic Temple Festival in Columbus, Ohio, Mushok confirmed that the record is now fully completed, though fans may still have a wait ahead before its release. “We have a new record that’s actually done. It won’t be out this year, I don’t think.” While no official release date has been announced, Mushok suggested the album is currently being positioned for a potential 2027 rollout. The timeline appears to align with frontman Aaron Lewis focusing…
Nü-metal heavyweights Limp Bizkit have been confirmed as headliners for the 2026 edition of the Rock The Runway festival, taking place this September in London, Ontario. The event is scheduled for September 17 at the London International Airport, with the band leading a lineup that also includes hip-hop legends Cypress Hill in a direct support slot. Also announced for the festival is Canadian rock outfit The Dirty Nil, with additional acts expected to be revealed closer to the event. The one-day festival continues Rock The Runway’s aviation-themed staging concept, hosting live music directly at the airport venue in what has…
Actor and musician Matt Berry has stepped into the world of psychedelic storytelling, narrating a new animated video short for The Claypool Lennon Delirium. The clip supports the band’s recently released concept album “The Great Parrot-Ox and the Golden Egg of Empathy,” a collaborative effort between Les Claypool of Primus and Sean Lennon. In the video, Berry takes on the role of King Manatee, guiding viewers through portions of the album’s illustrated narrative, which has also been adapted into a comic book by artist Rich Ragsdale for select physical editions of the release. Rather than a traditional music video, the…
Canadian sci-fi metal pioneers Voivod have released a new live orchestral rendition of their track “The End Of Dormancy,” offering fans a cinematic glimpse into their recent symphonic collaboration. The performance is taken from the band’s upcoming live release, ‘Symphonique’, which captures their June 4, 2025 concert at the Grand Théâtre in Québec City, where Voivod performed alongside the Quebec Symphony Orchestra. The full 12-song performance is scheduled for official release on June 5 via Century Media Records. Speaking about the orchestral version of “The End Of Dormancy,” guitarist Daniel “Chewy” Mongrain reflected on the dramatic scope of the arrangement…
Texas crossover thrash outfit Power Trip have been confirmed among the early lineup announcements for the 2026 edition of Infest Festival in Edmonton, Alberta, arriving alongside news that the band have recently been active in the studio. The appearance follows a stretch of recording activity with producer Jacob Hansen, known for his work with acts such as The Black Dahlia Murder and Arch Enemy. The sessions mark one of the first clear updates on new material from the band following their recent return to activity. Power Trip signed with Blue Grape Music in March, continuing a new chapter for the…
Following reports that their planned South American run had been scrapped, Drowning Pool have now offered further context regarding the cancellation of their seven-date tour. Earlier in the week, organizers reportedly cited low ticket sales as the reason for the tour being called off. While the band have not directly addressed those claims in a formal statement, comments made in a recent interview suggest the situation may have been tied more closely to scheduling and logistical complications. Speaking with Teaser Talk shortly before the cancellation became public, guitarist C.J. Pierce explained that the run had been in motion but ultimately…
Post-hardcore veterans A Static Lullaby are revisiting the record that launched their career with a newly released in-studio performance of their debut album, ‘…And Don’t Forget To Breathe’. Rather than simply reissuing the material, the California band chose to celebrate the album’s 25th anniversary by performing the release live inside Straitjacket Studios in Fullerton, California, capturing both audio and video versions of the session. The newly recorded performance has now been made available across streaming platforms, while the band have also released professionally filmed footage documenting the entire session. In a statement reflecting on the project, the band explained that…
While preparing to join Skindred for a major UK and Ireland run later this year, platinum-selling rock outfit Alien Ant Farm have now carved out two standalone headline appearances of their own. The band will temporarily split from the larger touring package in early November to perform solo dates in Leeds and Edinburgh, giving fans a pair of more intimate headline shows amid the broader arena and theater trek. Those newly announced performances include: The additional shows will slot into Alien Ant Farm’s previously announced fall schedule, which also features appearances alongside Skindred, reunited nü-metal act Spineshank, and industrial rock…
Fans of Converge got an unexpected treat this week after the influential metalcore outfit staged an impromptu performance outside the Los Angeles headquarters of Epitaph Records. The unannounced set took place Thursday, May 14, with word of the show only surfacing a few hours before the band hit the parking lot stage. Despite the short notice, attendees packed in to catch the rare intimate performance, with reports from fans indicating the band tore through a 12-song set. Fan-filmed footage from the pop-up concert quickly began circulating online following the event, capturing the chaotic atmosphere of the stripped-down outdoor performance. The…
