Southern metal veterans Corrosion Of Conformity have officially welcomed a new drummer, bringing Nick Shabatura into the lineup. Shabatura landed the role after being recommended by Anthrax and Pantera drummer Charlie Benante, as the band explained in a recently shared video announcement. He steps in for Stanton Moore, who handled drumming duties beginning in 2024 following the death of longtime drummer Reed Mullin. Moore gave his full support to the move in a social media post on March 13, explaining that the transition was always part of the plan. “I approve this message! I went by rehearsals in Riffississippi the…
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Phil Campbell, the longtime guitarist for Motörhead, has died at the age of 64. The news was shared through social media by Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons, the band Campbell formed alongside his sons Todd, Dane, and Tyla. According to the statement, Campbell passed away peacefully after complications stemming from a major operation. In a heartfelt message, the band wrote: “We cannot believe we’re saying this…it is with profound sadness that we have to say Philip Anthony Campbell has passed.He was Motörhead’s guitarist for 31 years (the longest serving member aside from Lemmy) having joined in 1984. After Lemmy’s…
Sludge metal veterans Crowbar are heading to Europe this summer for a series of dates on their ‘Confess To Nothing Tour’, hitting festivals and clubs across multiple countries. The trek kicks off in late July and runs into early August, bringing the band’s signature crushing riffs and relentless heaviness to audiences overseas. Summer 2026 European Tour Dates – ‘Confess To Nothing Tour’: Fans can expect the crushing grooves, doom-laden riffs, and atmospheric heaviness that have defined Crowbar for decades, making this summer European trek a must-see for sludge and doom enthusiasts. If you’re rocking with The Mosh Network, hit the…
Tool and A Perfect Circle frontman Maynard James Keenan recently spoke with azcentral.com about the state of the world, sharing his perspective on education, religious fundamentalism, and cultural division. The conversation coincided with the release of his latest project, Puscifer’s album ‘Normal Isn’t’, which debuted last month and offers pointed commentary on societal and cultural issues. Reflecting on how society arrived at its current state, Keenan pointed to the erosion of the education system: “Historically, and of course, the whole point of education is for you to understand historically what that means… in the ’80s, ’90s the education system was…
Floridian crossover thrash outfit Cold Steel are hitting the road next month for their ‘Discipline & Punish II Tour’, supporting their latest release, ‘Discipline & Punish’ (November 2025). The trek will take the band across multiple states, including Texas, Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and California. April 2026 Tour Dates – ‘Discipline & Punish II Tour’: Following their April run, Cold Steel will join Kreator and Carcass on the ‘Krushers Of The USA Tour’ with a series of dates spanning Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Iowa, Minnesota, Illinois, and New York. May 2026 – ‘Krushers Of The USA Tour’ Dates:…
Dirty groove rockers Crobot have released their latest single, “Foot Off”, ahead of the May 1st release of their new album ‘Supermoon’ via Megaforce Records. The track showcases the band’s signature high-octane riffing and groove-laden rock energy, reaffirming their place in the modern hard rock landscape. Vocalist Brandon Yeagley explained the track’s intent: “‘Foot Off‘ puts us right back in the driver’s seat of charging our way through open highways at break neck speed with our destination set to our Dirty Groove Rock roots. This one is for the fans that have been with us from the beginning and fans…
Canadian deathcore project Without A Face, led by musician and producer Kevin Rolly, have officially joined forces with Papercut Recordings. The label, which launched last August, was founded by Michael Leo Valeri of Brand Of Sacrifice (also the founder of Shibori Threads) and Ryan “Tuck” O’Leary of Fit For A King (also involved with Beacon Management). To mark the signing, Without A Face have released a new double-single featuring the tracks “Resurfacing”, which includes guest vocals from Jacob Mathes, and “Needful Things”. Both tracks are now available for streaming, showcasing the band’s signature blend of technical brutality and atmospheric intensity.…
Orange County metalcore veterans Bleeding Through are bringing their ferocious live energy back to fans with a special vinyl release of their 2004 performance, originally recorded at The Glass House on January 23rd, 2004. The live album, ‘This Is Live, This Is Murderous’, is currently available for streaming across digital platforms, with physical copies arriving in April via Trustkill Records. The set features a heavy dose of material from the band’s 2003 LP ‘This Is Love, This Is Murderous’, along with select tracks from ‘Portrait Of A Goddess’. This Is Live, This Is Murderous track list: 1. Love Lost In…
Mexican rap metal outfit Ladrones have officially signed with Rise Records, marking a new chapter in the band’s international career. The group shared their excitement on March 13th, emphasizing the opportunity to expand their reach and grow their sound. “We are incredibly excited to announce that we have signed a global deal with the team at Rise Records / BMG. One of the most influential record labels and home to many bands we admire. Expanding our team with a powerhouse like them means taking things to the next level and growing like never before. We can’t wait to share our…
British mathcore innovators Rolo Tomassi have announced a brief string of U.S. shows this July, immediately following their scheduled appearance at the annual Post. Festival in Indianapolis. The band will bring their intricate, high-energy sound to four cities in a tightly-packed tour. 2026 U.S. Dates: Fans can expect the band to deliver the technical, chaotic mathcore they’re known for, with stops in Chicago, Pittsburgh, and New York rounding out a quick but intense North American outing. 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…
