Sick Of It All vocalist Lou Koller has revealed that his cancer has unfortunately returned, just months after being declared cancer-free in May. Koller was first diagnosed with a tumor in his esophagus in June 2024 and has undergone multiple treatments since then. In a video message shared today through the band’s social media, Lou stated: “Hey everybody, what’s up? It’s Lou here. I don’t know if you could tell it’s me by my new skeletal look that I have going on. Here’s an update for you, it’s not one I want to make. But unfortunately, the cancer has come…
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The legal battle between Hatebreed and founding bassist Chris Beattie continues to unfold. Back in July, Beattie filed suit against the band and vocalist Jamey Jasta, alleging he was unfairly removed from the lineup in November 2024. Beattie claims he was ejected after an alleged incident involving a Live Nation security guard during a November 9th, 2024 show at the Toyota Oakdale Theater in Wallingford, CT. According to the suit, Jasta fired him immediately following the incident, then “structured a false narrative” to present to the rest of the band in order to limit Beattie’s support. In his filing, Beattie…
Industrial icons and Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Nine Inch Nails will return to the road in 2026 for a fresh North American run of their ‘Peel It Back Tour’. Much like this year’s highly anticipated comeback shows, the band will once again be joined by Boys Noize as support. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, October 8th at 12:00pm local time. The announcement follows last month’s release of the group’s soundtrack for the upcoming ‘Tron: Ares’ film. Tour Dates:02/05 New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center02/07 Jacksonville, FL – VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena02/10 Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center02/11 Washington,…
The announcement that multi-diamond-selling artist Bad Bunny will headline the halftime show at Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, CA has sparked plenty of discussion. While many rock and metal fans continue to hold out hope that Metallica will one day get the nod, conservative circles have voiced stronger objections, criticizing Bad Bunny’s supposed lack of patriotism and his outspoken views against former U.S. President Donald J. Trump. Some conservatives even suggested that Kid Rock would have been a more fitting choice. That idea led California Governor Gavin Newsom to once again take aim at the musician, continuing their ongoing…
Guns N’ Roses frontman Axl Rose has teamed up with Sumerian Comics for a new multi-volume graphic novel series, ‘Axl Rose: Appetite For Destruction’. Pre-orders are now live exclusively at sumeriancomics.com. The series is described as a “raw, neon-noir fever dream, part rock anthem, part cyberpunk prophecy,” according to Nathan Yocum, Sumerian Comics Co-Founder and co-creator. “It’s Axl like you’ve never seen him before, on the front lines of a battle for humanity’s future,” Yocum added. Bart Saunt, SVP of Brand Partnerships at Primary Wave, commented: “This graphic novel creates a new IP centered on Axl’s iconic presence and uncompromising…
Gold-certified alternative metal veterans Helmet will make their return down under in April 2026 for a run across Australia and New Zealand. The tour kicks off in Wellington and Auckland before heading through major Australian cities, including Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and Melbourne. Tour Dates:04/11 Wellington, NZ – Sanfran04/12 Auckland, NZ – PowerStation04/16 Newcastle, AUS – King St.04/17 Sydney, AUS – Metro Theatre04/18 Brisbane, AUS – Tivoli Theatre04/19 Byron Bay, AUS – Northern Hotel04/21 Perth, AUS – Magnet House04/22 Adelaide, AUS – The Gov04/24 Hobart, AUS – Altar Bar04/25 Melbourne, AUS – Northcote Theatre Tickets go on sale Thursday, October…
British occult rockers Dogma are heading to Australia for their first-ever tour down under this November. Pre-sale tickets went live today, September 29th. The band shared their excitement about bringing their live ritual to Australian fans: “Australia, the time has come. For the first time ever, DOGMA crosses the oceans to bring the ritual of liberation to your land. This November 2025, Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Sydney will witness what so many sinners around the world have already felt: the fire, the revelation, the breaking of chains. The Time to Be Free Australian Tour is here. More than a tour,…
Thrice have dropped two brand-new tracks, “Holding On” and “The Dark Glow”, as anticipation builds for their upcoming album Horizons/West, due out this Friday, October 3rd. Both singles are now available to stream, giving fans a deeper look into the gold-certified post-hardcore band’s twelfth studio record. In support of the release, Thrice will be heading out on an extensive tour, with North American, European, and UK dates confirmed. With Modern Color and Downward: 10/17 San Diego, CA – Observatory NP10/18 Tempe, AZ – Marquee Theatre10/20 Dallas, TX – HOB Dallas10/21 Austin, TX – Emo’s10/23 Atlanta, GA – Masquerade Heaven10/24 St.…
Thrash metal legends Flotsam And Jetsam have officially signed a new worldwide deal with Napalm Records. The band has already begun work on what will be their 16th studio album, set for release in 2026. Co-founding guitarist Michael Gilbert shared his excitement about the new partnership, stating: “We are extremely excited about working with Napalm! They are an amazing company that is very passionate about metal music, just like Flotsam And Jetsam is. Everyone in the band looks forward to a great relationship with a very like-minded company!” Sebastian Münch, senior A&R at Napalm Records, echoed the enthusiasm, adding: “We’ve…
AFI have unveiled their latest single, “Ash Speck In A Green Eye,” just days before the release of their new album, Silver Bleeds The Black Sun… The visualizer for the track premiered online September 28th, giving fans one final preview ahead of the record’s arrival this Friday, October 3rd. The release marks the band’s twelfth studio album, continuing their legacy as one of goth punk’s most enduring and influential acts. Alongside the new music, AFI are set to embark on a headlining U.S. tour with support from TR/ST, launching September 30th in Madison, WI, and running through November 5th in…
