Hard rock/metal outfit Stitched Up Heart have unveiled another collaborative single from their upcoming album ‘MEDUSA’, this time joining forces with Elias Soriano of Nonpoint on a new track titled “BEAST.” The song marks the band’s latest high-profile pairing ahead of the record’s arrival and continues a rollout heavily centered around guest appearances. ‘MEDUSA’ is scheduled for release on June 12th through Judge & Jury Records. “BEAST” becomes the fourth collaborative track issued from the album so far, following previously released songs featuring: With multiple crossover guests spanning modern rock and metal, ‘MEDUSA’ is shaping up to be one of…
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Deftones guitarist Stephen Carpenter has never hidden a few well-known interests: extended-range guitars, unconventional theories, and a deep appreciation for cannabis culture. Now, just in time for this year’s 4/20 celebration, Kiesel Guitars combined two of those passions into one custom build. The company unveiled a one-off illuminated Vader model made for Carpenter, featuring 8 strings, embedded cannabis leaf and bud inlays, plus themed knob detailing. The custom instrument has reportedly been nicknamed “Dope.” The build keeps in line with Carpenter’s long-running preference for heavily customized extended-range guitars, which have become a signature part of his sound with Deftones over…
Metalcore heavyweights ERRA and Currents have officially announced a fall European co-headlining tour, continuing the momentum from their recent North American run. The November trek will see both bands crossing the Atlantic for a full slate of EU dates. Support on the entire run will once again come from British post-hardcore outfit Caskets and Swedish metalcore band Aviana, both of whom also joined the pair on their spring tour. Presales for the tour are already live, with general onsale set for Friday, April 24th at 11:00am CET / 10:00am UK time. Tour Dates If you’re rocking with The Mosh Network,…
Melodic metalcore outfit The Word Alive have announced a summer North American headlining tour that will double as a celebration of two key milestones in their catalog — the 15th anniversary of ‘Deceiver’ and the 10th anniversary of ‘Dark Matter’. The run will feature support from Not Enough Space, Downswing, and Code:Words, bringing a mix of metalcore and alternative styles across the bill. The band will perform material spanning both eras throughout the tour, spotlighting the records that helped define their early and mid-career sound. Tour Dates If you’re rocking with The Mosh Network, hit the link and add us…
Austin stoner metal mainstays The Sword and Portland sludge rockers Red Fang have officially announced a co-headlining summer U.S. tour, bringing along Portland garage punk trio Spoon Benders as support across all dates. Presales for the run begin today, April 22nd, with general onsale set for Friday, April 24th. The tour will see the three bands cutting across the U.S. throughout August, hitting major clubs and theaters along the way. Tour Dates If you’re rocking with The Mosh Network, hit the link and add us as a Preferred Source on Google. That’s the easiest way to keep our latest metal,…
Swedish doom crushers Monolord have dropped a new single titled “Oozing Wound”, the latest offering from their upcoming sixth studio album ‘Neverending’, due out May 29th. The track follows previously released cut “You Bastard”, as the band continue rolling out material from the record, which was tracked last fall with producer Sylvia Massy (Tool, System Of A Down). Frontman/guitarist Thomas Jäger broke down the new single, noting both its experimental structure and lyrical theme: “It’s the first song we’ve done in a drop tuning. We usually play in B, but ‘Oozing Wound,’ ‘You Bastard,’ and ‘It’s Neverending’ are all drop…
Darkest Hour are officially staying in the MNRK Heavy camp. The long-running Washington, D.C. metalcore veterans have re-signed with the label and are set to enter the studio this May to begin work on their eleventh full-length album. The band will track the effort with producer Mark Lewis (Whitechapel, Cannibal Corpse) at his Nashville, Tennessee studio, marking the first full collaboration between Lewis and the group after years of discussions. Guitarist Mike Schleibaum said the band is energized heading into the sessions. “The idea of working with Mark is extremely exciting. He’s been a part of many very successful and…
Dope have officially scored their first RIAA gold certification in the United States. The industrial nü-metal band earned the milestone for “Die MF Die,” a fan-favorite track taken from their 2001 sophomore album Life. The RIAA announced the certification on April 20th. Despite never being issued as an official single during its original release cycle, “Die MF Die” became one of the group’s signature songs over time, gaining a lasting following through live performances, word of mouth, and continued streaming success. The certification marks a notable career achievement for frontman Edsel Dope, who has also remained active in recent years…
Audioslave’s acclaimed sophomore album Out Of Exile is getting a newly remastered vinyl reissue on June 12th, 2026. Originally released in May 2005, the record marked a major commercial peak for the supergroup, debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and earning platinum certification in the United States just months later. The band famously united late Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell with the three instrumental members of Rage Against The Machine — guitarist Tom Morello, bassist Tim Commerford, and drummer Brad Wilk. For this new pressing, the album has been remastered by Levi Seitz, whose credits include work with Killswitch…
The 2026 CBGB Festival has unveiled a lineup mixing legendary names with newer punk and hardcore acts, continuing the legacy of the iconic New York venue that closed in 2006. This year’s event is scheduled for September 26th at Under The K Bridge Park in Brooklyn, New York. Headliners for the festival include Morrissey, Interpol, and Patti Smith. Smith holds a special place in CBGB history, having played the final live performance at the original club before its closure. On the heavier side of the bill, attendees can also expect sets from the Frank Carter-fronted Sex Pistols, alongside Agnostic Front,…
