German deathcore/death metal outfit Necrotted have teamed up with fellow German extreme metal artist Lukas Nicolai of Mental Cruelty on their newly released track “Zeitenschlächter” (translated as ‘Time Slayer’). Nicolai not only contributed his signature harsh vocals to the single but also appears in the official music video. Necrotted shared their gratitude for the collaboration: “Special thanks to Lukas of Mental Cruelty not only for delivering some venomous feature vocals, but also for joining us in the music video. Also, we want to thank Marco Bayati for recording and mixing, Marco Kollenz for mastering, and of course Kriss Jakob (Aurora…
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Necromantic black doom metal outfit Worm have unveiled their latest single, “Blackheart,” accompanied by a new video as part of their ongoing Necropalace short film series. Released today, December 17th, the visuals continue the band’s fascination with ’80s and ’90s horror aesthetics, brought to life by director Norman Carbera (Danzig, Fright Night II). Vocalist Phantom Slaughter shared insight on the track: “We consider this to be a gothic vampire love ballad. It shares a different kind of emotion and color than the rest of the record. The lyrics explore the isolation and loss one feels as a child of the…
Post-metal powerhouse SUMAC (featuring members of Isis, Russian Circles, and more) are heading to Europe and the UK this April for a series of live performances. The run will culminate in a special collaborative set with Moor Mother in Den Haag, Netherlands, celebrating their 2025 album The Film. Tour dates: 04/01 Copenhagen, DEN – Vega04/02 Aarhus, DEN – Radar04/03 Hamburg, GER – MS Stubnitz04/04 Brussels, BEL – BRDCST04/06 Manchester, UK – YES Pink Room04/07 Glasgow, UK – Room 204/08 Birmingham, UK – Castle & Falcon04/09 Bristol, UK – The Exchange04/10 London, UK – Dingwalls04/11 Den Haag, NET – Rewire (feat.…
Marmozets continue their long-awaited return with the release of “You Want The Truth”, the British outfit’s second new single of 2025. The track follows November’s comeback release “Kiss From A Mother”, marking the band’s first new material in seven years. The post-hardcore/math-rock trio have already completed work on their third full-length studio album, though official release details have yet to be announced. Alongside the new music, Marmozets recently made their return to the stage and are set to keep that momentum rolling with a run of UK dates booked for early 2026. UK Tour Dates 2026: 01/20 Glasgow, UK –…
A new heavy metal project bringing together veterans from across the genre has officially emerged. Axe Dragger is the newly formed band fronted by former Pantera vocalist Terry Glaze, alongside Fu Manchu guitarist Bob Balch, Dark Funeral bassist Fredrik Isaksson, and former Pentagram drummer Pete Campbell. The band will release their self-titled debut album, Axe Dragger, on March 6 via Ripple Music, with a lyric video for the album’s title track now available. Balch explained that “Axe Dragger” was the first song written for the project, noting that the collaboration came together almost instantly after Campbell reached out about working…
Metallica frontman James Hetfield has leaned into the holiday spirit with his own take on the classic Christmas poem A Visit from St. Nicholas, more widely known as ‘’Twas The Night Before Christmas’. The iconic vocalist and guitarist delivers a characteristically animated reading of the Clement Clarke Moore staple, putting his unmistakable personality behind the timeless holiday verse. Hetfield’s rendition arrives just in time for Christmas, offering fans a festive moment from one of metal’s most recognizable voices. Do you love independent bands, or are you in one? The Mosh Network is not just a rock/metal news website, but it…
Sick Of It All frontman Lou Koller has offered a new update on his ongoing fight with cancer. The New York hardcore icon was first diagnosed with a tumor in his esophagus in June 2024, beginning a difficult and often unpredictable medical journey. After undergoing treatment, Koller shared encouraging news earlier this year when he was declared cancer-free in May. However, that optimism was short-lived, as he revealed in September that the cancer had returned. In a new video message posted to the band’s social media today (December 20th), Koller explained that his condition has currently reached what he described…
Thy Art Is Murder have been confirmed as the final headliner for the 2026 edition of RADAR Festival, locking in the closing slot for the event’s opening night on Friday, July 31. The Australian deathcore heavyweights round out a top tier lineup that already includes Skindred and Animals As Leaders in headlining roles. In addition to Thy Art Is Murder’s newly announced appearance, Skindred will now top the bill on Saturday, August 1, while progressive metal instrumentalists Animals As Leaders are set to bring the festival to a close on Sunday, August 2. The announcement also brings a substantial wave…
Progressive metal titans Between The Buried And Me have revealed the lineup of support acts for their upcoming European and UK tour this February and March 2026. Fans can expect Monosphere to open on all mainland European dates, while IHLO and You Win Again Gravity will join the UK leg. The tour marks a significant run across Europe, giving fans a chance to catch the band live with a strong slate of rising talent. UK Dates with IHLO & You Win Again Gravity:02/19 London, UK – Islington Assembly Hall02/20 Birmingham, UK – Asylum02/21 Manchester, UK – Band On The Wall02/22…
Blackened deathcore outfit Ov Sulfur have announced a run of spring U.S. headlining dates with northcore band ATLAS. The newly revealed shows will take place on off-dates surrounding Ov Sulfur’s upcoming North American tour supporting Orbit Culture. The short run gives both bands a chance to spotlight new material while hitting select markets that won’t be included on the main support trek. Ov Sulfur and ATLAS are also gearing up for new releases in the coming months. Ov Sulfur are set to drop their upcoming album ‘Endless’ on January 16, while ATLAS will follow with ‘Sunder’, scheduled for release on…
