Kim Dracula experienced a terrifying incident over the weekend when their tour bus caught fire while on the road with Ice Nine Kills, Dayseeker, and The Funeral Portrait. The band issued a statement on social media yesterday, August 24th, detailing what happened: “At 6AM this morning our bus caught fire while we were sleeping. I was in the back behind a locked door and was woken up by my crew screaming and banging on the door telling me to get off the bus. We all got off immediately and within 30 seconds the entire bus was engulfed in flames, starting…
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Mastodon guitarist Bill Kelliher has shared an emotional tribute to his former bandmate, Brent Hinds, following his tragic passing last week. Hinds, who served as vocalist and guitarist for the band for 25 years before his departure this past March, died in a motorcycle accident on August 20th. The band issued a collective statement shortly after the news broke, while drummer Brann Dailor also honored Hinds onstage over the weekend. Now, Kelliher has offered his own words, reflecting on their decades together: “It’s been hard to get a grip on my emotions this week. We had our good and bad…
Former I Prevail vocalist Brian Burkheiser says his plans to launch a new solo project have been delayed due to issues with his former band. In a post shared on August 25th, Burkheiser explained: “Due to an unresolved dispute with my former band I Prevail, I am being blocked from releasing my song ‘Phases‘, as well as other new music. I’m deeply disappointed, but I’m doing everything I can to move things forward. I want to thank my family, friends, and most importantly, my fans for their unwavering support.” Burkheiser parted ways with the platinum-certified metalcore act this past May.…
The Dillinger Escape Plan guitarist Ben Weinman has shared a moving tribute to his late friend and Giraffe Tongue Orchestra bandmate Brent Hinds, who passed away on August 20th following a motorcycle accident at age 51. Hinds was also known for his 25-year tenure with progressive sludge metal pioneers Mastodon. Taking to social media on August 22nd, Weinman reflected: “I had to wait a day to write this because even accepting the news of Brent’s death has been really hard. Just a few days ago I told my bandmates I felt Brent didn’t have long. I knew I needed to…
Alternative metalcore band Greyhaven have unveiled the music video for their latest single, “Cemetery Sun,” directed by Nolan Mobley. The track comes from their upcoming full-length album Keep It Quiet, set for release on October 10th via Solid State Records. Reflecting on the song, the band shared: “The message is ‘I love you so much that if I had to, I would totally obliterate myself for you to shine. I had watched Nosferatu, but ‘Cemetery Sun‘ is the opposite of what a vampire does. I’d willingly not drain your life, because I know how draining I can be.” A fall…
Self-described ‘nü-core’ outfit Tallah have released a new single, “Undone By Fate.” The track follows last month’s “As Fate Undoes” and is part of their upcoming album Primeval: Obsession // Detachment, scheduled for release on September 5th via Earache Records. Earlier this week, Tallah were announced as a support act on King 810’s fall U.S. tour, with Filth serving as direct support. The run kicks off in early November in Lawrence, KS. The band also have two release shows planned for September, including a Reading, PA stop where they will perform the new album in full. 09/19 Reading, PA –…
Idaho deathcore outfit Extortionist have announced their forthcoming studio album Stare Into The Seething Wounds, set for release on October 10th via Unique Leader Records. The band have debuted the official video for “Cycle Of Sin”, directed by Riker Morrow, offering the first glimpse into the record’s sound and themes. The band commented on the track and album: “We are thrilled to announce the release of ‘Cycle of Sin‘. The debut single off of our upcoming record titled ‘Stare Into The Seething Wounds‘. This record is a vulnerable and brutally honest depiction of unprocessed trauma and the results of leaving…
Minnesota-based mathcore/metalcore outfit Soulkeeper have unveiled a new track, “Go Ask Alice”, the second single from their forthcoming EP Join Us In Creating Excellence. The four-song release is scheduled via Pure Noise Records on September 19th, but fans can now check out a visualizer for the track online. Soulkeeper are also set to open the second leg of Silent Planet and Invent Animate’s fall Bloom In Heaven Part II Tour, which will feature the two headliners performing their collaborative album Bloom In Heaven in full each night. Supporting the run, Reflections will celebrate the 10th anniversary of their third studio…
Metalcore supergroup Better Lovers are set to hit Australia for their first-ever tour in early 2026. The band features former members of Every Time I Die, The Dillinger Escape Plan, and other notable acts. The group has also been busy in the studio, putting the finishing touches on their highly anticipated sophomore album. 01/23 Brisbane, AUS – Crowbar01/24 Newcastle, AUS – The Station Hotel01/25 Sydney, AUS – Manning Bar01/28 Melbourne, AUS – Max Watt’s01/29 Belgrave, AUS – Sooki Lounge01/30 Adelaide, AUS – Lion Arts Factory View this post on Instagram A post shared by Better Lovers (@betterloversband) Do you love…
In a recent interview with KROQ, Deftones vocalist and guitarist Chino Moreno spoke about the band’s renewed wave of success since emerging from the pandemic. While many of their nü-metal-era peers have plateaued, the Sacramento, CA-based alternative metal band has found a fresh audience thanks to social media platforms like TikTok, connecting with younger listeners in large numbers. Twenty-five years after their career-defining album White Pony, Deftones have risen comfortably to arena headliner status. This resurgence has allowed the band to expand their operations, take bigger creative risks, and reconnect with a wider audience. The renewed fan interest has also…
