Slam Dunk Festival has confirmed that one of its directors has stepped away from operations following allegations that emerged earlier this week. While the festival did not directly name the individual, the announcement comes shortly after reports involving founder Ben Ray, who has been accused of sexual assault. The organization says the director involved has voluntarily stepped down while the matter is addressed. The festival issued the following statement: “We are aware of allegations published yesterday relating to one of our directors. We take these allegations seriously and understand that they may be distressing and hard to process for our…
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Canadian progressive metal veterans Protest The Hero have confirmed a summer return to Europe and the UK, locking in a mix of headline club shows and major festival appearances across the region. The run kicks off July 30th in Glasgow and will see the band joined by vianova and Pupil Slicer on select dates, with additional support from Thy Art Is Murder on the Berlin stop. The itinerary also includes a stop at the long-running Brutal Assault Festival in the Czech Republic before wrapping August 9th in Budapest. Tickets for the newly announced headline dates go on sale Monday, April…
Live Nation is rolling out a major new ticket initiative titled the ‘Summer Of Live’ promotion, launching April 29th and running through May 05th, with more than 4,000 shows eligible for discounted pricing. The move comes in the wake of a recent court ruling that found the company operated as a monopoly, with the promotion expected to serve as both a fan incentive and a public goodwill push heading into the summer touring season. Under the campaign, select tickets will be priced at $30 across a wide range of major tours and festival appearances. Among the biggest rock and metal…
Swedish melodic death metal pioneers At The Gates have released their final studio album featuring late frontman Tomas “Tompa” Lindberg. Titled “The Ghost Of A Future Dead”, the record arrives today, April 24th, marking a deeply emotional closing chapter for the band following Lindberg’s passing from cancer roughly six months ago. Lindberg had completed vocal demos prior to undergoing surgery and treatment for adenoid cystic carcinoma, with those recordings forming the foundation of the album’s final vocal performances. The result stands as both a farewell and a testament to his enduring legacy in extreme metal. Alongside the album’s release, the…
Sleeping With Sirens have officially revealed details for their eighth studio album, ‘An Ending In Itself’, alongside a new music video for their latest single “Forever/Always.” The multi-platinum post-hardcore and pop-punk outfit had been teasing the project across social media in recent weeks, and have now confirmed the full rollout. The album follows March’s release of its title track and now enters its next phase with the Max Moore-directed visual for “Forever/Always” (A Day To Remember, Coheed And Cambria). Produced by Will Yip (Turnstile, Circa Survive), ‘An Ending In Itself’ is set to arrive on June 12th via Rise Records.…
Comedian and podcaster The Kid Mero has shared a blunt—and predictably unfiltered—take on Tool, taking aim at the band’s critically acclaimed 2001 album “Lateralus” during a recent Pitchfork guest editor feature. Mero, who also has a background in music journalism through his work with Noisey, was tasked with ranking albums against Pitchfork’s original reviews. When it came to “Lateralus”, his response was anything but measured. He said: “‘Lateralus’ by Tool. You know what I’m saying? Tool. And I am going to go right and give that a 1.5, ’cause I hate motherfcking Tool. God damn, them motherfckers suck, boy. Have…
Boundaries have officially announced their fourth studio album, ‘Yearning: The Unbeautiful After’, due out July 17. The upcoming release marks the Hartford, Connecticut metalcore band’s first full-length since signing with Sumerian Records. Alongside the announcement, the band have debuted a new single titled “Death Will Follow Me”, complete with an official music video. The track follows lead single “Skies Cast Amber Black” and offers another preview of the emotionally heavy and sonically aggressive direction of the new record. The album was recorded with producer Drew Fulk (Knocked Loose, Fit For A King), with vocalist Matt McDougal explaining that the material…
Coal Chamber drummer Mikey “Bug” Cox has shared that he privately battled Stage 3 cancer over the past year and is now using his recovery story to help others. The longtime Coal Chamber member announced that he has partnered with Fxck Cancer to auction off a custom drum kit, with proceeds benefiting cancer awareness, support, and research. The giveaway is currently live via Givebutter. Cox revealed he was diagnosed on April 1, 2025, and underwent a grueling treatment process that included radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery before recently being declared cancer free. In a heartfelt statement, Cox reflected on the fight…
The Amity Affliction have premiered the official music video for “Kickboxer,” arriving alongside the release of their ninth studio album House Of Cards. The footage for the clip was captured during the band’s April 13, 2026 performance at Preserving Underground in New Kensington, Pennsylvania. Tomise directed the video, with fans in attendance also contributing footage used throughout the release. House Of Cards marks a new chapter for The Amity Affliction, serving as the band’s first album since their split with longtime bassist/vocalist Ahren Stringer. Jonny Reeves of Kingdom Of Giants has since stepped in as his replacement. The Australian metalcore…
Holy Wars have unveiled the official music video for “Kill The Light,” coinciding with the release of their new full-length album Shadow Work / Light Work. The clip was directed by Kevin Schlanser and gives fans another visual companion piece to the band’s latest era, arriving the same day the record officially lands. Known for blending heavy alternative metal riffs with melodic hooks and emotionally charged songwriting, Holy Wars continue to build momentum with the launch of Shadow Work / Light Work and the fresh video release for “Kill The Light.” Fans can check out the new video below and…
