Megadeth shocked the metal world a few weeks ago with news that they’ll be calling it quits following one final global farewell tour, paired with what will be their last studio album. Details on that record remain under wraps, but the announcement has already stirred plenty of conversation among fans about what the sendoff should look like — and who should be involved. Given Megadeth’s long and turbulent history of lineup changes, many have questioned whether the farewell tour will truly feel complete without appearances from the players who helped shape the band’s most iconic eras. While frontman Dave Mustaine…
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Soulfly are set to unleash their thirteenth studio album, Chama, this fall. The record, arriving October 24th via Nuclear Blast, was produced by drummer Zyon Cavalera alongside Arthur Rizk (Cavalera, Blood Incantation). Frontman Max Cavalera explained the inspiration behind the title: “Chama is the Brazilian word for flame. It also means a calling. Respect to Alex Pereira for using Itsari on his UFC walkouts. Chama is inspired by the energy of this moment. This record is the sound of Soulfly’s fire! I cannot wait to play these songs live for the Tribe!” Zyon added that taking on production duties was…
UK alt-rock outfit Don Broco have dropped their latest single, “Hype Man”, a track that pushes deeper into nü-metal territory with rap-metal verses, chunky riffs, and an energetic edge. Frontman Rob Damiani explained the meaning behind the song, stating: “‘Hype Man’ is about how grateful I am to be on this journey with the rest of my bandmates. We’ve been friends since school and I don’t know how I could face all the challenges of life without them. In this industry there’s so many highs and lows that I couldn’t even imagine dealing with as a solo artist, so for…
Fans hoping to one day hear Deftones’ unfinished 2008 album Eros are likely out of luck. The project was ultimately shelved following a tragic November 2008 car accident that left bassist Chi Cheng with a traumatic brain injury, which eventually led to his death in 2013. With the emotional weight surrounding that period, the band chose to move forward and start fresh, resulting in 2010’s Diamond Eyes. Despite its absence from the official catalog, Eros has taken on near-mythical status among fans eager to hear both the music and Cheng’s final recordings. In 2014, Deftones streamed the song “Smile” from…
Metallica traded stadiums for intimacy last night, performing a special 14-song set at The Stephen Talkhouse in Amagansett, NY, to celebrate the launch of their new ‘Maximum Metallica’ station on SiriusXM. The outdoor tent show hosted roughly 250 fans, including fan club winners, industry friends, and a celebrity-heavy guest list featuring Sir Paul McCartney, Michael J. Fox, Sylvester Stallone, Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), and radio legend Howard Stern. The set highlighted classics, deep cuts, and even a playful tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, with bassist/vocalist Robert Trujillo and guitarist Kirk Hammett teaming up for a “Crazy Train” doodle. Fans…
Spineshank drummer Tommy Decker showed remarkable determination during the band’s August 23rd performance at the Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood, CA. Decker revealed that he had spent five hours in the emergency room earlier that day for an undisclosed medical issue but still managed to perform with the band that evening. Speaking on social media on August 24th, Decker shared: “This is how my day started vs how it ended. I spent 5 hours in the ER in the morning, then played a sold out show with Spineshank that night! I want to thank all my friends for…
Metalcore mainstays Darkest Hour, Bleeding Through, God Forbid, and Nora are joining forces for a special December mini-tour, billed by Darkest Hour as “The Mount Rushmore of Metalcore Tour.” This run will see three of the four bands celebrating landmark anniversaries with unique sets: Darkest Hour marks 30 years, Bleeding Through commemorates 20 years of The Truth, and God Forbid celebrates 20 years of IV: Constitution Of Treason. Darkest Hour commented on the tour: “Call it The Metal Core War Tour – The Mount Rushmore of Metal Core Tour – The Riffs, Pits, Hits, & Splifs Tour… whatever you want,…
Atlanta, GA progressive sludge metal stalwarts Mastodon have revealed plans to record a studio version of their cover of Black Sabbath’s 1972 track “Supernaut”. The band first performed the song live at the July 5th ‘Back To The Beginning’ farewell concert honoring Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath, an event that took on even greater significance following Osbourne’s passing weeks later. Vocalist/drummer Brann Dailor and guitarist Bill Kelliher shared details about the song selection during an appearance at the Bloodstock Open Air festival earlier this month. Dailor called performing at the tribute “the honor of a lifetime,” adding: “It’s better than…
Footage has emerged online showing a concertgoer allegedly engaging in indecent behavior during Korn’s August 27th performance at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. In a video shared on TikTok, another attendee is seen stepping behind the individual and striking them in an attempt to stop the act. Following the incident, venue security and local police removed the person from the stadium. Comments on the TikTok post suggest that the person who intervened was subsequently ejected from the venue for their actions. The uploader also claims that the individual ignored repeated calls from other fans to stop, as well as…
Russian deathcore titans Slaughter To Prevail have faced unexpected changes to their upcoming run with Falling In Reverse, Hollywood Undead, and support acts due to travel delays affecting drummer Evgeny Novikov. The band initially announced on August 28th that they would be unable to perform in Cincinnati, Tinley Park, and Noblesville over the weekend. Their statement read: “Unfortunately, our drummer has encountered some travel delays, and we won’t be able to join Falling In Reverse for the shows this weekend in Cincinnati, Tinley Park, and Noblesville. We’re really sorry to our fans who were looking forward to seeing us at…
