Avenged Sevenfold frontman M. Shadows has addressed criticism surrounding a video message he recently recorded to welcome home two Israeli fans who were freed after nearly two years in captivity. The two fans, Evyatar David and Guy Gilboa-Dalal, were among those kidnapped by Hamas during the October 7th, 2023 attack on the Nova Music Festival. Both men were released earlier this month as part of an ongoing peace deal related to the Israel–Gaza conflict. Following their return, a video of the pair watching Shadows’ message from their hospital beds circulated online, showing Guy’s emotional reaction to hearing from one of…
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During Guns N’ Roses’ October 18th show at Estadio Huracán in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Axl Rose appeared to channel some of his notorious onstage frustration. After opening with the band’s classic hit “Welcome To The Jungle”, Rose was seen tossing his microphone toward the drum kit of new drummer Isaac Carpenter before removing his jacket and heading offstage. While the outburst seemed to stem from a technical issue, the exact cause remains unclear due to limited footage available. Later in the performance, Rose reportedly walked up and kicked Carpenter’s drum kit mid-set. Carpenter, who officially joined Guns N’ Roses in…
The 2026 ‘Welcome To Rockville’ lineup just got even bigger. Newly announced additions include The Offspring, Rise Against, Atreyu, and The Ataris — expanding an already massive bill that spans punk, metalcore, and hard rock. The festival is set for May 07th–10th, 2026, at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, FL. Artists confirmed so far include: My Chemical Romance (headliner)Bring Me The Horizon (headliner)Ice Nine KillsMotionless In WhiteSevendustBlack Veil BridesAll That RemainsLorna ShoreWhitechapelThe Plot In YouPaleface SwissCrown The EmpireSalivaNonpointSpineshankIll NiñoSigns Of The SwarmMake Them SufferWolves At The GatePrimer 55ColorblindDisembodied TyrantAmira Elfeky More than 100 additional artists are still to…
New York hardcore act Combust are hitting Europe and the UK for a headlining tour this winter. Speedway will provide support for the European dates, while both Speedway and Imposter will join the UK leg as opening acts. European Dates with Speedway:01/22 Antwerp, BEL – Kavka Oudaan01/23 Cologne, GER – Quattro Cultura01/24 Berlin, GER – Neue Zukunft01/25 Dresden, GER – Chemiefabrik01/26 Vienna, AUT – Venster01/27 Munich, GER – Kafe Kult01/28 Milan, ITA – Ruthless Agression Night01/29 Lyon, FRA – Warmaudio01/30 Barcelona, SPA – CKUD Fest01/31 Toulouse, FRA – L’Engrenage02/01 Nantes, FRA – Le Ferrailleur02/02 Montreuil, FRA – Le Chinois UK…
Danish blackgaze outfit MØL have unveiled a new music video for “Garland”, the lead single from their upcoming album, DREAMCRUSH. Directed by John Bradburn, the visual continues the band’s signature fusion of atmospheric sound and striking imagery. The full album is set for release on January 30th via Nuclear Blast. Drummer Ken Lund Klejs elaborated on the single and its video: “With each release, MØL aim to merge sound and vision, creating a coherent journey across singles while expanding the themes of ‘DREAMCRUSH’. Working with John Bradburn again allows us to fully realize this vision visually.” Guitarist Nicolai Busse offered…
Melodic metalcore outfit Kill The Lights—featuring former members of Bullet For My Valentine and other notable acts—will be joining Citizen Soldier as the opening act on their upcoming UK headlining tour this November. Fans can expect a full night of high-energy metalcore as both bands hit key cities across the country. Citizen Soldier UK Fall Tour Dates with Kill The Lights: 11/13 Margate, UK – Dreamland11/14 Bristol, UK – SWX11/15 Torquay, UK – The Foundry11/16 London, UK – Electric Brixton11/18 Glasgow, UK – Garage11/19 Manchester, UK – Academy 211/20 Birmingham, UK – XOYO11/21 Leeds, UK – The Stylus11/22 Newcastle, UK…
Canadian death metal titans Kataklysm are set to return to Europe and the UK for their highly anticipated ‘Freedom Or Death Tour’ in early 2026. Joining them on this brutal run will be long-running Polish death metal legends Vader and Norwegian death metal veterans Blood Red Throne. The tour kicks off in Paris on February 18th and will see the trio hit major cities across France, the UK, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Austria, Germany, the Netherlands, Hungary, and more before wrapping up on March 27th. Fans can expect a relentless assault of the band’s most devastating tracks delivered live, alongside support…
Norwegian black metal legends Mayhem will mark the 25th anniversary of their 2000 sophomore album “Grand Declaration Of War” with a special new vinyl edition. Season Of Mist will handle the reissue, which arrives December 5th on red and silver sunburst vinyl, housed in silver hot foil packaging and accompanied by a double-sided poster and embroidered leather patch. Season Of Mist founder Michael Berberian reflected on the album’s legacy, saying: “For Season of Mist, there was a before and an after ‘Grand Declaration Of War.’ This is probably the first true classic album we ever released, the one that put…
RUSTcompany’s breakthrough debut album “The Lonely Position Of Neutral” has finally made its way to vinyl for the first time, courtesy of Smartpunk Records. Originally released in July 2002, the album became a defining moment for the early 2000s nü-metal scene, earning gold certification just a few months later and producing the enduring hit single “Downfall.” Frontman Kevin Palmer reflected on the milestone: “It’s wild to think that 23 years after its release, ‘The Lonely Position of Neutral’ is finally available on vinyl. This record changed our lives, and we’re beyond thankful that it continues to connect with people all…
Knocked Loose will return to Australia this December for two exclusive headlining shows alongside UK outfit High Vis. The pair will perform in Sydney and Melbourne, surrounding their appearances at this year’s Good Things Festival. Dates:12/09 Sydney, AUS – Liberty Hall12/10 Melbourne, AUS – Northcote Theatre Before and after those headline gigs, fans can also catch both bands performing at Good Things Festival alongside Tool, Weezer, and Machine Head at the following stops: 12/05 Melbourne, AUS – Flemington Racecourse12/06 Sydney, AUS – Sydney Showground12/07 Brisbane, AUS – Brisbane Showgrounds View this post on Instagram A post shared by Knocked Loose…
