The annual ‘For The Children’ festival is returning to The Belasco in Los Angeles, CA this December with another stacked lineup of hardcore and metalcore acts. Set for December 13th and 14th, this year’s event will feature performances from Trapped Under Ice, Foundation, Madball, and more. As always, admission to the festival requires attendees to bring a new, unwrapped toy for donation. These gifts are distributed to children in need during the holiday season, maintaining the benefit event’s long-standing mission of giving back through hardcore. The first wave of announced artists includes: In addition to the LA weekend, a Boston,…
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Green Jellÿ have become the subject of controversy following the firing of band member Micheal “Fr33to F33t” Snyder over a disrespectful meme shared shortly after the death of Ozzy Osbourne. The meme, which appeared on the band’s social media shortly after Ozzy’s July 22nd passing, featured a photoshopped image of the late metal icon holding a sign that read “One Day Sober.” It was quickly met with backlash. Band founder Bill Manspeaker claimed he took the meme down immediately after discovering it, calling it “extremely rude.” However, tensions escalated after he posted a follow-up image tribute — seemingly AI-generated —…
Alex Terrible, frontman of Russian deathcore unit Slaughter To Prevail, has shared that his long-running side business — producing the band’s signature “Kid Of Darkness” masks — has suffered a major setback after the building housing their manufacturing operation partially collapsed. The custom masks, inspired by the menacing styles Terrible and his bandmates wear onstage, have been produced independently in Russia for nearly a decade. But earlier this week, part of the facility crumbled during work hours. Staff inside reportedly heard loud cracking sounds before the structure gave way. Fortunately, no one was seriously injured, but the damage has halted…
There may be some big developments within Atomic Rule, the heavy new project spearheaded by Andy Williams (ex-Every Time I Die). A recently shared 20+ minute studio preview has fans speculating that the band may have quietly found both a vocalist and a new drummer. In the clip, James Hendergroove — known for his production work on Cabin In The Woods — is seen manning the mic, leading many to believe he’s officially stepping in as the group’s frontman. While there’s been no formal announcement, his presence has sparked plenty of chatter about what’s next for the band. Even more…
Clayton “Goose” Holyoak, drummer for Better Lovers, has shared a heartwarming update regarding his daughter Sage’s battle with cancer. In a new personal post, Holyoak revealed that after months of treatment at Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City, Sage is officially in remission. Holyoak wrote: “We are so incredibly relieved and overwhelmed with happiness to say that she is officially in remission! Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City deserves a huge spotlight for the care they gave to Sage, @__lifeispeachy and I over the past months we spent there. Thank you everyone that stopped by or reached out…
ONI have just premiered the official music video for “What I’ve Become”, a standout track from their newly released EP, Genesis Pt. II. Jake Oni shared some insight into the song and the chaotic day the video was filmed: “‘What I’ve Become’ is such a huge song! It was a song that just flowed when me and Josh started writing it. The song is about not loving a version of yourself! We shot the music video on tour in Charlotte NC, was a crazy day as we flew in, shot the music video and then played a show 3 hrs…
Ohio death metal outfit Sanguisugabogg have spoken out following a disturbing incident that occurred after their July 29th performance at 1884 Lounge in Memphis, TN. According to the band, the venue’s general manager Cory Likens became aggressive after accusing them of breaching their contract by not playing their full time slot. The situation reportedly escalated when Likens allegedly shoved their tour manager and later threatened to shoot the band during a post-show settlement discussion. The band shared their side of the events via social media (full post below), warning others in the music industry: “BANDS, BOOKING AGENTS, MANAGERS DO NOT…
French metalcore outfit Purge Of Sanity have officially released their new EP The Expense Of Striving To Heal today, August 1st, via Seek And Strike. Alongside the five-track effort, the band also unveiled a brand-new music video for “Malignant Flowers”, the fourth track on the EP. The emotionally-charged video complements the band’s aggressive yet melodic sound, further showcasing their continued evolution within the modern metalcore scene. You can stream the full EP now on all major digital platforms. Do you love independent bands, or are you in one? The Mosh Network is not just a rock/metal news website, but it…
Touché Amoré have released a new live EP titled Live On BBC Radio 1: Vol 4, featuring tracks from their 2020 studio album Lament. Captured during a BBC Radio 1 session, the EP is now available to stream at toucheamore.lnk.to/livebbc. The EP includes four emotionally-charged performances, including a guest spot from Uri Avila on “Limelight.” Tracklisting:01 – “Come Heroine”02 – “Reminders”03 – “Savoring”04 – “Limelight” (feat. Uri Avila) 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…
California heavy-hitters BIG ASS TRUCK IE delivered a surprise throwback during their set at the Los Angeles stop of the newly revived Warped Tour, busting out a cover of “Smokahontas” by Ohio crunkcore outfit ATTACK! ATTACK! Captured by @bloomphotofyb, the tribute drew a wave of nostalgia from the crowd, as the Inland Empire band injected fresh energy into the chaotic 2010-era anthem. No word yet if this was a one-off or part of a recurring setlist nod, but fans of scene classics should keep an eye out at upcoming Warped Tour dates. Do you love independent bands, or are you…
