Dream Theater have officially canceled their planned European and UK tour dates for 2026. The GRAMMY Award-winning progressive metal veterans shared a statement earlier today (October 9th) explaining the decision, citing an extended run of recent touring cycles as a key factor. “We know we promised we’d be back in 2026 with our full Parasomnia show, but sadly sometimes plans change… after much discussion, after 2 European legs on our 40th Anniversary Tour in 2024 and 2025 (as well as EU tours the previous two years in 2022 & 2023 as well), we’ve made the hard decision to skip a…
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Australian progressive metal band Northlane have announced a tenth anniversary edition of their 2015 album Node, set for digital release on November 7th via Epitaph Records, with physical copies available directly from the band. The reimagined release has been dubbed Node: Reloaded, featuring reamping, remixing, and remastering handled by Buster Odeholm (Vildhjarta, Thrown, etc.). Ahead of the release, Northlane are streaming updated versions of the tracks “rot” and “ra”, which now feature lowercase titles and an abbreviation of an executable file added to their names—a styling choice that carries across the full revamped album. Do you love independent bands, or…
Andrew Lee, vocalist and guitarist of death metal band Ripped To Shreds, has issued a statement in response to the ongoing controversy involving Master, the recent Metal Threat Fest, and ties to the white supremacist band Arghoslent. The issue began when Master performed at the 2025 Metal Threat Fest, which also featured Arghoslent on a separate day. Ripped To Shreds had been scheduled to play a different show with Master, but canceled their appearance after learning of the band’s decision to remain on the festival bill. Following that decision, online criticism surfaced accusing Lee of hypocrisy for working with individuals…
Columbus, OH-based “puke rock” outfit MY TICKET HOME have unveiled the music video for their brand-new single “Flooded Eyes.” The track marks the band’s latest offering from their upcoming full-length album, which has yet to receive an official release date. “Flooded Eyes” continues the group’s gritty blend of grunge, metal, and alternative influences, delivering a dark yet melodic sound that’s become synonymous with their evolution. Do you love independent bands, or are you in one? The Mosh Network is not just a rock/metal news website, but it doubles as an independent band directory, designed so that visitors can browse independent…
Bay Area thrash metal legends TESTAMENT have dropped an animated video for “High Noon” to coincide with today’s (October 10th) release of their fourteenth studio album, Para Bellum. The striking new clip was created by Freakshot Films and brings the song’s intensity to life through a stylized visual narrative. Vocalist Chuck Billy shared his excitement about the album’s arrival, stating: “We are so fired up about the release of Para Bellum. There were a lot of hours spent putting this together. These new songs put me out of my comfort zone as a vocalist but the final result—I am very…
Former Lostprophets vocalist Ian Watkins has reportedly been killed in a violent incident at HMP Wakefield, a high-security prison in West Yorkshire, England. According to a report from The Sun, the 48-year-old convicted sex offender was attacked by another inmate shortly after prisoners were unlocked from their cells on the morning of October 10th. Emergency services were called to the scene, but Watkins was pronounced dead from what officials described as “catastrophic injuries.” Sources cited in the report allege that the assault appeared to be pre-planned, with Watkins suffering a fatal neck wound. The prison was immediately placed on lockdown…
During this past weekend’s Aftershock Festival in Sacramento, CA, Matt Byrne, drummer for Connecticut hardcore/metal mainstays Hatebreed, offered an update on the band’s upcoming studio album. Speaking with Baby Huey of 107.7 The Bone, Byrne revealed that the record is “about 85 to 90 percent done.” “We just released a single, ‘Make The Demons Obey,’ over the summer,” Byrne said. “We have a new record that’ll be coming out next year — not sure when, but it’s about 90 percent, 85 percent done. We’re still tweaking some stuff, but next year’s our target. It’s very fast. It’s heavy. It’s Hatebreed.…
In the midst of their sold-out U.S. arena tour, Sleep Token are facing growing criticism after multiple tattoo artists and fans reported receiving copyright-related takedowns for sharing artwork inspired by the band. The controversy gained attention on October 9th, 2025, when tattoo artist @OhMyEmz revealed that her Instagram account had been permanently suspended after a series of DMCA strikes against designs based on Sleep Token’s masks and logos. The loss included her entire portfolio — both band-related and unrelated tattoo work. According to fans on X (formerly Twitter), the takedowns appear to be connected to Rico Management (KillLynx LLC), the…
Left To Suffer have unveiled a brand-new single, “This Comfort Won’t Last Here Long,” accompanied by its official music video, shot and directed by Salem Vex. Speaking with Knotfest, vocalist Taylor Barber described the track as a turning point for the band: “This song feels like a new beginning after being sick and tired of being pushed and pulled by toxic energy. We have gone through the dirt with past relationships and this is our stand to start looking out for us and our families’ best interests. Gritty and full of emotion, this is the new wave of Left To…
According to a report from Belga News Agency, Disturbed have been prohibited from performing in Brussels, Belgium next week. The multi-platinum alternative metal act were scheduled to headline Forest National on October 15th as part of their ongoing ‘The Sickness’ 25th Anniversary Tour. Authorities reportedly made the decision to cancel the concert following a police-led security assessment. The move comes amid heightened tensions surrounding frontman David Draiman’s outspoken support for Israel and the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Draiman’s stance has drawn significant backlash since 2024, when he was photographed signing an IDF artillery shell…
