Kirk Windstein, the legendary frontman and guitarist of Crowbar and Down, has announced he’ll be performing seated during the band’s upcoming tour due to severe lower back issues. In a video update shared on August 5th, Windstein opened up about the physical challenges he’s facing ahead of the Crowbar and Eyehategod co-headlining tour, which kicks off August 7th in Orlando. Despite the pain, he made it clear the show will go on. “Hey, this is Kirk Windstein from Crowbar here. Super excited for the upcoming Crowbar/Eyehategod co-headlining tour. It’s gonna be amazing. A little quick bit of info. I have…
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A former member of Colorado death metal/hardcore outfit 10 To The Chest has come forward with serious allegations against Trae Roberts, claiming he stole over $6,000 from the group before their breakup and continues to profit off their name without the rest of the band’s consent. In a Reddit post made earlier this week, the unnamed former member detailed that the band has officially disbanded but alleged that Roberts continues to operate as if the group were active—running their social media accounts, selling vinyl, and handling merch orders, while keeping 100% of the profits. The post claims this has been…
UK hardcore outfit Cage Fight have returned with a brand new single, “IHYG (I Hate Your Guts)”, which arrives alongside an official music video you can check out below. The emotionally-charged track marks a new chapter for the band and features lyrics penned by vocalist Rachel Aspe, who shared: “‘IHYG’ is a response to a deeply traumatic experience that had a life-changing impact on me. It crushed my confidence and self-worth which spiraled me to rock bottom, but I’ve become stronger and more resilient than ever. This experience inspired me to write lyrics for the first time, resulting in this…
Bad Omens have begun teasing what appears to be a major reveal set for August 8, sharing a pair of cryptic video clips across their social media accounts. Both teasers feature actor Ryan Hurst (Sons of Anarchy, The Walking Dead), adding a cinematic touch to the band’s build-up. Exactly what the band has planned remains under wraps, but fans won’t have to wait long to find out. Stay tuned to see what unfolds this Thursday. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 𝐁𝐀𝐃 𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐒 (@badomensofficial) Do you love independent bands, or are you in one? The Mosh Network…
In a new conversation with ‘The Hair Metal Guru’, Jason McMaster, frontman of Texas hard rockers Dangerous Toys, reflected on the genre’s dramatic fall from radio and MTV airplay in the early 1990s — and why he believes grunge wasn’t the root cause. “If someone says that grunge killed hair metal… I think that’s wrong. I think hair metal killed hair metal. Too many bands got signed. Too many terrible bands got signed.” The Dangerous Toys vocalist, who saw his band achieve gold status with their 1989 self-titled debut, said the scene lost its edge: “It was ridiculous how far…
The 2025 edition of Louder Than Life continues to grow — both in lineup and attractions. Organizers have just announced over a dozen new bands and a brand-new partnership with Kentucky Kingdom theme park, which will bring expanded ride access and attractions to this year’s festival. Taking place September 19th–21st at the Highland Festival Grounds in Louisville, KY, the massive rock and metal gathering has also upgraded its festival grounds, adding more shade structures, improved viewing areas, and enhanced amenities across the board. New additions to the lineup include: UnearthUpon A Burning BodyOrthodoxWar Of AgesConvictionsThe BrowningFight From WithinSilly GooseFox Lake156/SilenceHaywireXweaponX…
Houston, TX alternative metal act Stoneside. have returned with their haunting new single “Lamb”, marking their first release since officially adding Darcy Segura as their new vocalist. For those unfamiliar, Stoneside. aren’t just a band—they’re storytellers of the dead. Each track the band creates is rooted in real-life loss, inspired by visits to cemeteries, old battlefields, roadside memorials, and the graves of friends, family, and strangers alike. Through their music, Stonside. aim to preserve the memories of the departed and give voice to their untold stories. With “Lamb,” the band continue their emotionally driven, conceptually rich journey—offering both a sonic…
DROWNING POOL guitarist C.J. Pierce is opening up about the struggles the band has faced across their decades-long career, including frustrations with the music industry and the lasting impact of their early success. The Texas-based nü-metal/hard rock band first made waves with their platinum-certified 2001 debut Sinner, led by the enduring anthem “Bodies”, which itself earned platinum status in 2019. But just as the band was gaining serious momentum, tragedy struck. Their original vocalist Dave Williams passed away unexpectedly in 2002 while on tour, the result of an undiagnosed heart condition. Since then, the group has gone through multiple lineup…
Shai Hulud are heading back out on the road this fall for a two-part U.S. tour. The influential Florida-based metalcore band will be joined by Denial Of Life on the first leg in November, and by Holder in December. The band’s run with Denial Of Life will hit the West Coast and surrounding areas, including a return to legendary punk venue 924 Gilman St. in San Francisco. Their trek with Holder shifts the action east, closing out the year with a string of Northeast and Midwest dates — including a special Long Island appearance featuring This Is Hell. With Denial…
Austrian blackened death metal force BELPHEGOR have premiered a music video for their brand-new single “Sanctus Diaboli Confidimus”, marking their first release through new label home Reigning Phoenix Music. The track arrives with all the infernal fury expected of the veteran group, blending haunting atmosphere and punishing aggression. Vocalist/guitarist Helmuth Lehner offered the following insight into the single’s meaning and intent: “A symbiosis of diabolical black death metal. A glorification of the Devil. A hypnotic anthem of passion, fire and iron discipline. It stands for the absolute freedom to walk your own path, to reign within your own realm.” The…
