Dope frontman Edsel Dope has weighed in following the announcement that Public Enemy vocalist Chuck D and The Doors drummer John Densmore have launched a new musical project under the name doPE. The collaboration between the two Rock & Roll Hall Of Famers was recently revealed after reportedly being in development for close to a decade. The duo have scheduled an April 18th release date — coinciding with Record Store Day — for their debut album, ‘no country for old men’, with a first single titled “every tick tick tick” expected to arrive ahead of that release. Taking to social…
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Minneapolis, MN deathcore outfit Waste have announced plans to release a new EP titled ‘The Weight Of Everything’, due out April 24th through Seek And Strike. The band have also premiered a music video for “Eyes Up,” which serves as the first single from the upcoming release. The EP was produced by Jonathan Dolese (Cane Hill, Downswing), with the band describing the new material as a defining moment for their current lineup. Speaking in detail about the creative process behind the EP and its lead single, the band shared the following via a press release: “During the inception of this…
Progressive alternative metal outfit Kolm have unveiled a new music video for “Ex Nihilo,” marking the latest advance single from their forthcoming sophomore studio album. While full details surrounding the follow-up release have yet to be revealed, the band have confirmed that the album is currently slated for a spring 2026 release. “Ex Nihilo” offers another glimpse into the direction Kolm are heading with the record, continuing their blend of atmospheric heaviness and progressive songwriting. Further information regarding the album’s title, tracklist, and release specifics is expected to surface in the coming months. If you’re rocking with The Mosh Network,…
Danish black/folk metal artist Myrkur has officially entered the Dansk Melodi Grand Prix with her newly released single, “Touch My Love And Die”. The competition will determine Denmark’s representative for the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna this May. For this entry, Myrkur crafted a richly atmospheric track, blending her signature ethereal vocals with ancient folk instrumentation. She also incorporated a girl’s choir to enhance the track’s haunting, cinematic feel. The song was recorded with Christopher Juul of Heilung, adding additional historical and mystical layers to the arrangement. “This track combines old-world sounds with modern expression,” Myrkur commented. “It was…
Australian metalcore outfit Terminal Sleep have announced they will be withdrawing from their upcoming shows due to a serious health issue affecting drummer Todd Tombleson. The decision comes after Tombleson’s long-term spinal injury worsened, necessitating corrective surgery. The band shared an update overnight, stating: “We are very sad to share that we will not be appearing at Froth and Fury or Life’s A Beach over this coming month. Our drummer Todd has a long-term spinal injury that has deteriorated significantly recently and he requires surgery.As a band we believe in prioritising health and wellbeing, and with some time we will…
Mathcore veterans Heavy Heavy Low Low appear to be facing turmoil once again, just months after the release of their fifth album Pain Olympics and a return to touring. Guitarist and vocalist Danny Rankin has publicly stated that the group is effectively finished, citing issues with bandmate and vocalist Robert Smith. On Monday, January 26th, Rankin claimed the band was locked out of their official Instagram account, which Smith allegedly retained control over. According to Rankin, Smith used the account to continue selling merchandise through a personal Shopify store, keeping the proceeds for himself with plans to relocate to Florida.…
In the wake of this month’s second ICE-involved fatal shooting in Minnesota, several artists have stepped forward to condemn the actions of the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The agency has faced mounting criticism amid ongoing immigration raids under the Trump administration, with artists across metal and hardcore scenes vocalizing their disapproval. Earlier this month, Aaron Turner (SUMAC, Old Man Gloom) launched a “No ICE” benefit shirt to aid families in Minneapolis affected by ICE activity. Metalcore stalwarts Converge expressed support for the initiative, posting: “We are Converge and we stand with the good people of Minnesota. We stand…
Disturbed frontman David Draiman has publicly responded to a newly issued apology from Kanye “Ye” West, following the rapper’s latest attempt to address years of antisemitic rhetoric, Nazi symbolism, and inflammatory behavior. West’s statement appeared as a full-page advertisement in The Wall Street Journal on the morning of January 26. In it, the artist attributed much of his past conduct to long-term neurological damage stemming from a 2002 car accident, which he claims resulted in an undiagnosed frontal lobe injury. West asserted that the oversight contributed to years of untreated mental health issues, including what he described as a misdiagnosed…
Edge Of Paradise have unveiled a new official music video for “Martyr (Monster),” continuing the expansive sci-fi narrative that surrounds their 2025 album Prophecy. The Los Angeles-based cinematic hard rock outfit push the concept further this time, pairing the track with a visually driven storyline that explores identity, control, and humanity in an increasingly artificial world. The video also marks the first on-screen performance from the band’s new keyboardist Alex Nasla, whose presence expands the group’s already layered sound. In a unique twist, the latter half of the clip reimagines “Martyr (Monster)” as an instrumental piece, allowing the composition to…
Minneapolis-based progressive metalcore outfit Reflections have lost two members amid mounting internal tensions. Former bassist Francis Xayana and guitarist Patrick “Patty” Somoulay announced their departures this week, citing clashes with vocalist Jake Wolf and his alleged support of ICE, the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Xayana took to social media on January 26th, sharing a lengthy statement via his Instagram Stories: “Jake has always had control of the band. There’s a reason Patty left even though he is the primary writer.Jake is an ICE apologist and I will not fuck with someone like that. I don’t give a flying…
