British politician Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform UK party, has found himself at the center of controversy after being tricked into recording a Cameo video tribute that referenced the late Lostprophets vocalist Ian Watkins. Despite Watkins’ widely documented and horrific child sex abuse convictions — which led to a lengthy prison sentence and his eventual death in custody in October 2025 — Farage appeared unaware of the context behind the request when recording the paid video. According to a report from Metro, an individual claimed to have paid £98 for the Cameo, submitting the request under the premise that…
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Foreword have announced that their new EP, ‘Exposition’, will arrive on February 20th through Seek And Strike. For the release, the metalcore outfit teamed up with producer Cory Brunnemann (Nonpoint, Upon A Burning Body), marking a more exploratory and collaborative studio process for the band. Expanding on the creative direction behind the EP, the band explained that Exposition represents a deeply personal step forward, both sonically and emotionally. Drawing inspiration from modern video game soundtracks — including DOOM and Cyberpunk 2077 — the group leaned into a more cinematic and atmospheric approach while still maintaining their core heaviness. “This upcoming…
Pioneering groove metal veterans Exhorder have dropped a new live performance video for their track “The Tale Of Unsound Minds,” giving fans a raw look at the band in their element. The footage was filmed during the group’s April 25th, 2025 appearance at the Fillmore in New Orleans, LA, where Exhorder took the stage as support for Acid Bath. Directed by Mike Holderbeast, the clip captures the band’s crushing live intensity and serves as a fitting preview of what’s to come on the road. The release arrives as Exhorder gear up for their forthcoming headlining run dubbed the Unforeseen Circumstances…
Oklahoma-based slam specialists PeelingFlesh have announced a brief run of Japanese dates set for March 2026, marking the band’s return to the region with three club shows across Osaka, Nagoya, and Tokyo. Following that short overseas trek, the band will head south for a full Australian tour alongside Sanguisugabogg, with additional dates in New Zealand rounding out the run. Japan – March 202603/27 Osaka, JP – Conpass03/28 Nagoya, JP – Rad Seven03/29 Tokyo, JP – Cyclone With Sanguisugabogg – Australia & New Zealand06/12 Perth, AUS – Amplifier Bar06/13 Adelaide, AUS – Lion Arts Factory06/14 Melbourne, AUS – 170 Russell06/17 Sydney,…
Canadian metalcore stalwarts Counterparts have unveiled a brand-new in-studio performance for Audiotree’s ‘From Nothing’ series. The set, filmed on October 13th, 2025 in Chicago, IL, also includes a series of interviews with the band. The full live video has debuted online today, January 15th, and audio from the session is available across major digital service providers. Fans can expect a raw, high-energy rendition of tracks from the band’s extensive catalog. Songs Performed 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,…
Shock-rock titans GWAR have released a cover of Chappell Roan’s 5x platinum 2020 hit single “Pink Pony Club”, marking the band’s seventh appearance on The A.V. Club’s ‘A.V. Undercover’ series. Editor-in-Chief Danette Chavez of The A.V. Club praised the collaboration: “As we put together the song list for A.V. Undercover season 10, we knew this iconic pairing had to happen. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate this landmark season of Undercover than seeing GWAR on the stage in their heels and hooves, singing ‘Pink Pony Club.’” Frontman The Berzerker Blöthar explained the meaning behind the track in…
Alternative metal outfit Moodring have announced that their highly anticipated new album ‘Death Fetish’ is set for release on March 27th. Ahead of the full release, the band have shared a music video for the album’s third single, “Masochist Machine”. Fronted by Hunter Young, Moodring’s latest effort features 12 tracks, blending dark, intense themes with their signature alternative metal sound. Speaking on the new single, Young explained: “‘Masochist Machine‘ is about being used by your own addictions and obsessive compulsions. A losing struggle against illicit drugs, sex, and a longing for any kind of release from this life. This coincides…
The full lineup for the 2026 ‘Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival’ has been revealed, with Disturbed, Limp Bizkit, and Bad Omens serving as daily headliners. The festival will take place July 17–19 at the historic Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield, Ohio. Festival promoter Danny Wimmer of DWP commented on the announcement: “We’re fired up to welcome Limp Bizkit back to Inkcarceration. Their recent South American stadium run has sent social media into overdrive, and we’re proud to be part of their global takeover once again. Having Bad Omens headlining a DWP festival for the first time brings a whole new…
Deathcore pioneers All Shall Perish have announced a short run of Texas dates celebrating the 20th anniversary of their landmark album ‘Price Of Existence’. The shows will see the band performing material from the record that helped define modern deathcore in the mid-2000s. Joining them on the trek will be Bleeding Through, who are also marking a major milestone by celebrating 20 years of their influential album ‘The Truth’. Rounding out the lineup is I Declare War, with The Tony Danza Extravaganza appearing on two of the three scheduled dates. The run kicks off in Corpus Christi as part of…
UK post-hardcore/screamo outfit Static Dress have officially signed with Sumerian Records, marking the announcement with the release of a new single titled “Human Props” alongside an accompanying music video. The band shared a statement addressing their new partnership, emphasizing the long-standing support they’ve received from the label and its president Shawn Keith. “Shawn [Keith, Sumerian Records president] and the rest of Sumerian have believed in Static Dress for years completely selflessly. Now, our paths have finally crossed at just the correct time, allowing us to execute this band in the way we always wanted to. No compromises, no forced ideas,…
