The thrash metal world was recently rocked by the news that Megadeth will soon be coming to an end, and leader Dave Mustaine is now shedding light on the physical reality behind that decision. While the band is currently gearing up for the release of their self-titled final studio album on January 23rd, Mustaine revealed that a progressive hand condition is making his legendary technical riffing increasingly difficult. Mustaine’s history of “fighting the clock” is well-documented—ranging from the 2002 radial neuropathy that briefly ended his career to his successful battle with throat cancer. However, this latest hurdle, a condition known…
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In a move that perfectly mirrors the aggressive DIY ethics of the hardcore scene, Los Angeles stalwarts Terror have launched a unique counter-offensive against merch bootleggers. After discovering a third-party seller was profiting off their trademarks, the band decided to reclaim the design by releasing an official version of the “stolen” art themselves. The controversy began when Broken Uniform Syndicate began selling a design featuring the band’s logo alongside an image of legendary NY rapper Nas. In a move that the band calls “bootlegging the bootleg,” the official version has now been made available for a limited time. Terror Targets…
While there has been little noise from The Damned Things camp in recent years, a piece of the supergroup’s history has finally resurfaced. The track “Trophy Widow” made its long-awaited debut on streaming services on Friday, December 19th, marking a rare moment of activity for the project. Originally released in 2011, the song was a contribution to the Batman: Arkham City video game soundtrack—a star-studded compilation that also featured tracks from ††† (Crosses), Daughtry, and Panic! At The Disco. A Limited Physical Return The digital release coincides with a specialized physical drop. Guitarist and vocalist Joe Trohman has made a…
The 2026 edition of the Milwaukee Metal Fest is shaping up to be one of the most diverse and powerful lineups in the festival’s history. Headlined by crossover icons Suicidal Tendencies, the latest wave of additions also brings doom titans Pallbearer and the serial-killer-obsessed death metal veterans Macabre to The Rave. The festival, returning to The Rave/Eagles Club from June 4th to 7th, also confirmed a massive double-header for Agalloch. The PNW extreme metal legends will perform two distinct sets: a career-spanning “retrospective” on Friday and a full performance of their landmark third album, Ashes Against the Grain, on Saturday.…
Refused brought the second chapter of their storied career to a definitive close on December 21st, performing their final farewell show at Väven in their hometown of Umeå, Sweden. The 21-song set served as the emotional climax of a global farewell tour, capping off over three decades of influence on the post-hardcore genre. The performance, which was livestreamed globally, saw the band revisit their most vital work—including eight tracks from the seminal 1998 album The Shape of Punk to Come. “Refused Is Dead. Long Live Refused.” Following the set, vocalist Dennis Lyxzén took to social media to reflect on the…
The wait is over for the Maggots. Professionally shot, 4K footage of Slipknot’s massive headlining set at the 2025 Resurrection Fest in Viveiro, Spain, has finally been unleashed. Newly shared by the festival on December 22nd, the 90-minute video captures the Iowan nine-piece at the height of their 2025 European tour. From the bizarre 80s nostalgia of their “Knight Rider” intro to the visceral chaos of their closing moments, this is Slipknot at their most locked-in and lethal. The Eloy Casagrande Era in Full Force This performance serves as a definitive showcase for the band’s newest powerhouse, drummer Eloy Casagrande.…
The 2026 tour circuit is heating up as Butcher Babies and Eva Under Fire have announced a string of exclusive co-headlining off-dates. These shows will take place during their massive Spring 2026 run supporting Jeris Johnson. Adding even more weight to the first half of the trek, North Carolina metallers Black Water Drowning will join the lineup for the first three stops. A New Chapter for Butcher Babies Fans heading to these dates will be witnessing a pivotal moment for Butcher Babies. The band is currently finishing their first full-length album since the departure of co-vocalist Carla Harvey. Frontwoman Heidi…
The “Quite Bitter Beings” are officially back on the warpath. Alternative metal veterans CKY have announced a fresh string of Northeastern U.S. tour dates for March 2026. This mid-Atlantic run follows a busy 2025 that saw the band release their first new single in seven years and recruit a heavy-hitting new member to the rhythm section. The four-date trek kicks off in Washington, D.C. and winds through Delaware and Pennsylvania before wrapping up at the iconic Asbury Lanes in New Jersey. A New Era with Mike Leon Fans attending the March dates will see the band’s revamped lineup in action.…
The ultimate holiday showdown has arrived as Insane Clown Posse and GWAR faced off in a brutal new episode of ‘Hot Ones Versus’. While the Scumdogs and the Wicked Clowns traded verbal barbs and survived the wrath of “The Last Dab” hot sauce, the real headline came when Shaggy 2 Dope finally addressed his infamous 2018 attempt to dropkick Limp Bizkit’s Fred Durst. The incident, which saw Shaggy hauled off by security after a massive whiff on stage, has been the subject of nu-metal lore for years. Now, Shaggy is setting the record straight on what was going through his…
Coalesce has issued a formal response following public allegations against guitarist Jes Steineger. The claims, which originated on Reddit, involve alleged inappropriate conduct between Steineger and a 24-year-old student during his tenure as a university professor. In a statement released via Instagram on December 23rd, the band confirmed they had conducted an internal review of the situation after Steineger informed them of the matter earlier this year. The Band’s Position Coalesce describes the situation as stemming from a mutual but inappropriate email exchange that ultimately led to Steineger’s resignation from his academic position. The band maintains that their review of…
