Mastodon have unveiled a new live performance video for their latest single, “Your Ghost Again.” Directed by Errick Easterday (Wage War, Boundaries), the clip highlights footage captured throughout the band’s recent European and U.K. tour. “Your Ghost Again” initially dropped last month, which was partially dedicated to former guitarist and vocalist Brent Hinds. While an […]
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With Night Is Calling, arriving this Friday (3rd) via Napalm Records, DOMINUM continue to expand their theatrical, zombie-fueled universe. Led by the enigmatic Dr. Dead, the band’s third album explores everything from classic horror icons to pushing their intensity to newer levels. Metal Insider caught up with DOMINUM mastermind Felix Heldt, who walks us through […]
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Portuguese gothic metal legends Moonspell have released a lyric video for their new single, “The Great Wolf in the Sky.” The track is taken from their highly anticipated album Far From God, which arrives this Friday (3) via Napalm Records. The song features a guest appearance from Alicia Nuhro on strings. Produced by Jaime Gomez […]
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Rush have postponed their June 30 and July 2 performances at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, TX, after bassist and vocalist Geddy Lee was diagnosed with laryngitis and bronchitis. The postponements come during what has been one of the most highly anticipated tours of 2026. The band’s Fifty Something trek marks Rush’s long-awaited return to […]
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Jello Biafra has returned to the stage just months after suffering a hemorrhagic stroke, making a surprise appearance during TentacleFest at San Francisco’s Great American Music Hall on Saturday (27). The punk icon and former Dead Kennedys vocalist served as host of the event, which was organized by his longtime label, Alternative Tentacles Records. During […]
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Iron Maiden have announced that they will complete filming for their upcoming 50th anniversary concert film at EDDFEST on July 11 at Knebworth, following the unexpected power outage that cut short their performance in Paris last month. During the band’s June 22, 2026 concert at Paris’ La Defense Arena, a venue-wide power outage halted the […]
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Avant-grind outfit Squid Pisser have announced their new full-length EP, Throat Slave, arriving August 28 via SKiN GRAFT Records and SWEATBAND Records. Alongside the announcement, the band has released the lead single, “Mucus,” accompanied by an official music video. Led by Tommy Meehan (GWAR), Squid Pisser continue to expand their chaotic sound while maintaining the […]
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Hollywood Vampires have announced At Montreux Jazz Festival, a new live album capturing the supergroup’s 2018 performance at the legendary Montreux Jazz Festival. The album arrives digitally on August 7, followed by CD and vinyl editions on October 16, 2026 via earMUSIC.To celebrate the announcement, the band has released a video for the live version […]
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Swedish black metal veterans Dark Funeral have announced their new live album, A Beast To Praise, scheduled to arrive on August 21, 2026 via Century Media Records. Alongside the announcement, the band has unveiled a video for the live single “The Arrival Of Satan’s Empire.” Recorded at Fållan in Stockholm in 2022, A Beast To […]
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We are saddened to report, Chicago metal veteran Shaun Glass has died at the age of 57 following complications from a stroke he suffered on May 31. Best known for his work with Soil, Broken Hope, Dirge Within, Repentance, Sindrome, Terminal Death, and The Bloodline, Glass passed away on Wednesday (1st). His wife, Michelle, confirmed […]
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Ozzy Osbourne’s iconic throne from Black Sabbath’s Back To The Beginning farewell concert has returned to his hometown of Birmingham, England, where it is now on display at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. The gothic-style throne officially joined the free Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero exhibition on July 1, coinciding with the first anniversary of […]
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GWAR have launched a new fundraiser to support founding member Chuck Varga, who is currently battling cancer. Varga, best known for portraying The Sexecutioner from 1985 through 2022, and his wife, Bambi, are facing mounting medical, financial, and personal challenges as they navigate his ongoing care. The fundraiser will help cover expenses related to cancer […]
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Bad Wolves have a brand new look as they’ve entered their next phase by unleashing a video of their latest single, “Paint It Red.” The track not only mark’s the band’s first new music of 2026, it also introduces their new vocalist, Sara “Killboy” Skinner. Released via Better Noise Music, the track showcases a fresh […]
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Metallica’s recent stop in Cardiff, Wales on June 28th, 2026, wasn’t just another night on the extensive M72 World Tour. Between paying tribute to local music, supporting the community through their All Within My Hands foundation, the band continues to demonstrate that their impact reaches far beyond the stage. Metallica covers Tom Jones classic in […]
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Polish avant-metal outfit Blindead 23 have released a new video for “You Are the Universe,” the closing track from their recently released debut album Deuterium, which arrived last month via Peaceville Records. Led by former Behemoth guitarist Mateusz “Havoc” Śmierzchalski, the band’s current lineup also features Roger Öjersson (ex-Katatonia) and Paweł Jaroszewicz (Vltimas, ex-Vader,…
The midsummer breeze carried an ominous memo of an imminent night of gloomy, heavy-metal rituals, beckoning a riveted crowd of fans ready for a sabbath at the Meadows in the heart of Williamsburg. The esoteric duo Worm, joined by three intentionally taunting openers, conjured the incantation of black magic. This review will analyze the […]
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John Carpenter has released a trailer for “The Ferryman,” the second single from his upcoming multimedia project Cathedral, which the single arrives on Tuesday (30th). The new track will arrive ahead of the August release of both the accompanying soundtrack and Carpenter’s first original graphic novel, continuing his return to audio/visual storytelling alongside longtime collaborators […]
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Swanwriter’s sophomore album, melodies of despair, arrives today (26th) as an ambitious, nearly hour-long journey through gothic horror, psychological unrest, and progressive metal. Designed to be experienced from beginning to end, the album blends cinematic storytelling with classical influences and crushing metal passages. Swanwriter has teamed up with Metal Insider to share more insight behind…
Five Finger Death Punch have announced their tenth studio album, Legacy. The digital edition arrives on July 31, 2026, while physical formats follow on September 18. Alongside the announcement, the band has released the new single “De Oppresso Liber.” Guitarist Zoltan Bathory states: “Every album is a snapshot of who we were at that particular […]
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Paws, Pets & Metal is Metal Insider’s ongoing column on bands with pets, discovering who watches them on the road, and more. Get to know more about these metal furbabies. We caught up with Canadian rock-comedy outfit Sons of Butcher, who released their EP Skids earlier this year. Sadly, with comedy comes great tragedy as […]
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Nightwish vocalist Floor Jansen has returned with her new solo single, “Run,” marking her first new solo music since the release of her 2023 debut album, Paragon. The track arrives alongside an official lyric video. Jansen comments: “To me, ‘Run’ is about no longer making yourself smaller to fit into a shape that was never yours. […]
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Chelsea Wolfe has announced a fall 2026 headlining tour across North America and Europe while unveiling two new songs, “The Dark” and “Death Is Not the End.” Support will come from A.A Williams. The new tracks mark Wolfe’s first new music since the release of her 2024 album, She Reaches Out to She Reaches Out […]
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I Prevail have teamed up with alt-goth and grunge artist Amira Elfeky for a video of their new collaborative single, “Paradise.” The band comments: “We’ve been fans of Amira for a while. She has such a distinct sound and style. The opportunity to write together came up super organically and we instantly connected on this […]
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ICYMI: Chad Gray recently expanded his 30 Years of Madnesss tour with an extensive fall run celebrating three decades of music from both Mudvayne and Hellyeah. Following a successful series of initial performances, the legendary vocalist announced additional dates across the United States. The shows feature selections from both of Gray’s iconic bands, backed by […]
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Sicksense have unveiled a video for their new single, “Artificial Irrelevance.” The track coincides with the announcement of their forthcoming EP, Funerals, scheduled to arrive on September 25, 2026. The track explores modern internet culture, online personas, artificial intelligence, and the increasing difficulty in separating reality from digital identity. Vocalist Robby J. Fonts explains: It’s…
Pittsburgh atmospheric metalcore outfit 156/Silence have unleashed a video for their latest single, “Proxy Idols.” The track is taken from their forthcoming album, From A Distance, scheduled to arrive on September 4, 2026 via Pure Noise Records. The group describes the track as: “Celebrity worship is more prevalent than ever. They come and go as […]
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Twisted Sister have announced additional fall 2026 shows featuring former Skid Row vocalist Sebastian Bach on lead vocals. The newly announced dates include stops in Gary, Indiana on October 18, Charles Town, West Virginia on November 14, and St. Petersburg, Florida on December 11. Tickets for the newly added performances go on sale this Friday […]
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Tasmanian technical death metal veterans Psycroptic have unleashed a video for their latest single, “No Blade Of Grass.” The track is the latest offering taken from their forthcoming album, The Pulse Of Annihilation, scheduled to arrive on July 17, 2026 via the band’s first album for Metal Blade Records. The upcoming record features artwork by […]
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Bay Area metal masters Machine Head have received an unusual honor during a recent stop in Albuquerque, New Mexico, when the band was presented with ceremonial keys to the Albuquerque City Jail by Mayor Tim Keller and his brother Scott. The band shared the news on social media, writing: “We’re extremely honored to have been […]
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Wage War have announced their fall 2026 U.S. headline tour. Dubbed the Emergency Broadcast tour, the run will feature support from We Came As Romans, Varials, and Cane Hill. The tour begins on October 25 in San Antonio, Texas, and concludes on November 27 in Orlando, Florida. Tickets are available at this location. Tour Dates 10/25 […]
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