Author: Metal Storm
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Volbeat Announces ‘God of Angels Trust’ Album and 2025 World Tour
Volbeat, the Danish metal band, has recently announced their upcoming album titled “God of Angels Trust” set to release on June 6th, 2025. Alongside the album release, the band has also revealed plans for an extensive world tour, including a US leg with support from Halestorm and The Ghost Inside. The tour kicks off in…
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Metal Bands’ Evolution: From Heavy to Mainstream Success
Metallica’s Black Album marked a significant shift in the heavy metal landscape, propelling the band to mainstream success without compromising their quality. This move towards a more commercial sound set a precedent for other bands to follow suit and expand their fan base. Among these bands is Gojira, whose album “Magma” propelled them to new…
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Album Review: Theophonos – Banishment
🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: Banished Track 2: Slavedriver Track 3: Something Past the Veil Track 4: Indistinct Everyday 🎸 Album Review: **Album Review: Banishment by Theophonos** In a world where music serves as a conduit for emotions, Theophonos emerges with their latest offering, ‘Banishment’. This four-track EP delves deep into the realms of darkness and…
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Album Review: Heljarmadr – A Poison To The Firmament
🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: A Poison to the Firmament Track 2: All Days Are Black 🎸 Album Review: Swedish black metal outfit Heljarmadr makes a triumphant return with their latest offering, ‘A Poison to the Firmament’. Released in 2021, this two-track EP showcases the band’s signature blend of raw aggression and melodic intricacy. Heljarmadr, known…
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BABYMETAL Announces 2025 North American Tour with Star-Studded Lineup
BABYMETAL, the Japanese metal band sensation, has unveiled plans for their extensive 2025 North American tour, promising an electrifying musical experience for their fans across 24 dates. The tour kicks off in Houston and will feature support from renowned bands like Black Veil Brides, Jinjer, and Bloodywood on select dates. Black Veil Brides – Set…
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Album Review: Mirar – Ascension
🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: Couronne Track 2: Tombe Track 3: Mauvais Œil Track 4: Charnier Track 5: Faux-Amis Track 6: Présage Track 7: Épreuve Track 8: Sur Ses Épaules Track 9: Failles Track 10: Défiance 🎸 Album Review: **Album Review: ‘Ascension’ by Mirar** Mirar, the enigmatic post-rock band, has returned with their highly anticipated fourth…
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Animals As Leaders Gears Up for Innovative New Music
Animals As Leaders, the renowned instrumental progressive metal band, is currently working on new music following the release of their 2022 album Parrhesia. In a recent interview with Guitar World, band member Tosin Abasi expressed his dedication to focusing on creating a new record this year. Despite upcoming tour commitments, Abasi aims to dedicate time…
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Monuments’ ‘Phronesis’ Album Showcases Musical Evolution and Mastery
Monuments, the British Djent band, has released their highly anticipated third album, “Phronesis,” following the success of their previous work, “The Amanuensis.” The album showcases the band’s evolution and musical prowess, pushing boundaries and defying geographical limitations. Spanning from the initial songwriting stages in 2015 to the final recording in 2018 across different continents, the…
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Periphery V: A Diverse Mix of Progressive Metalcore Sounds
Periphery, a prominent band in the progressive metalcore scene, released their seventh full-length album, Periphery V, following a break in their discography due to a double-album release. Known for their hyperactive and tech-heavy approach to music, the band has cultivated a dedicated following over the years. While some listeners may find their clean vocals polarizing,…
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TesseracT’s ‘War of Being World Tour’ Electrifies Salt Lake City
TesseracT recently brought their “War of Being World Tour” to The Depot in Salt Lake City on October 24. The opening act featured Alluvial, a progressive death metal band from Atlanta, Georgia, known for their musical evolution since their inception in 2017. Their performance showcased a blend of instrumental deathcore and progressive death metal, with…
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Vildhjarta Returns with Highly Anticipated Sophomore Album
Vildhjarta, the Swedish djent act, has made a significant announcement after a decade-long hiatus from studio albums. The band, known for their groundbreaking album Måsstaden in 2011, has finally revealed details about their upcoming sophomore release titled “måsstaden under vatten.” This new album, comprising 17 tracks, marks a highly anticipated return for Vildhjarta fans who…
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Humanity’s Last Breath Unleashes Välde: Blackened Deathcore Mastery
Humanity’s Last Breath, a Swedish band known for their blackened deathcore sound, has recently released their latest album, Välde. The album showcases a blend of doomcore, atmospheric black metal, and technical groove reminiscent of Meshuggah. With their previous release, Abyssal, the band set the stage for Välde to delve even deeper into the realms of…
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Founder Lucas Mann Reacts to Rings of Saturn Guitarist Departure
Lucas Mann, the founder of Rings of Saturn, recently reiterated that the band is essentially his project following the departure of guitarist Joel Omans. With Omans exiting the group, Mann and drummer Ryan Sinnott remain as the sole official members. Mann clarified his stance through a statement on Instagram, expressing respect for Omans’ decision and…
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Nekrogoblikon Welcomes New Vocalists, Elevating Band’s Musical Direction
Nekrogoblikon has recently made a significant change in its lineup, with John Goblikon and Dickie Allen, known for their work in Infant Annihilator, stepping in as the band’s new vocalists. This move comes as Nicky Calonne has exited the group to explore new opportunities in life. Expressing his excitement, Goblikon shared his enthusiasm for taking…
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Tesla’s Authenticity and Passion Define Rock Legacy
Tesla, the iconic metal band that emerged in the 1980s, continues to captivate audiences with their heartfelt music. Lead singer Jeff Keith recently shared insights into the band’s journey, emphasizing the importance of staying true to their musical roots. Reflecting on their early days, Jeff recalled the pressure to conform to the glam metal image…
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Slaughter to Prevail: Uniting Fans with Powerful Deathcore Anthems
Russia’s biggest deathcore band, Slaughter to Prevail, recently made a strong impact on Australian audiences at Good Things 2023. Their return to Australia for Knotfest brought a fresh intensity with a preview of their upcoming album, Grizzly. Known for inciting massive and brutal walls of death at their festival sets, the band’s frontman, Alex Terrible,…
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Signs of the Swarm: Anticipated Album Redefines Metal Music Scene
Signs of the Swarm, a Pittsburgh deathcore band, has recently completed their highly anticipated sixth album, stirring excitement among those who have had a preview. The band’s social media posts hinted at the enthusiasm within their team, suggesting that the upcoming album could be a game-changer in the metal music scene. Vital Deprivation | $42.23…
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Pentagram to Headline Debut Australia, NZ Tour in 2025
HARDLINE MEDIA has made a groundbreaking announcement, revealing that the iconic doom metal band PENTAGRAM will embark on their inaugural tour of Australia and New Zealand in August 2025. This event marks a significant milestone as Pentagram, hailing from Alexandria, Virginia, stands as a trailblazer in the heavy metal genre, specifically within the sub-genre of…
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Influential Heavy Metal Bands That Shaped the Genre
Heavy metal music has been a staple of alternative culture since the early 1970s, giving rise to numerous sub-genres and bands that have shaped the genre over the years. With its vast and ever-evolving landscape, pinpointing the greatest heavy metal bands has been a challenging task, yet there are several iconic acts that have left…
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Former Atreyu Vocalist Launches New Metal Project, Dead Icarus
Former Atreyu lead vocalist Alex Varkatzas, along with Gabe Mangold of Enterprise Earth and Brandon Zackey, has unveiled a new single under their new project, Dead Icarus, titled ‘The Unconquerable.’ The band is gearing up for the release of their debut album under MNRK HEAVY, with more details to follow soon. Varkatzas expressed excitement about…