Tag: band merchandise
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Shadows Fall Drummer Teases Long-Awaited Album Amidst Challenges
Shadows Fall drummer Jason Bittner recently shared updates on the band’s upcoming album in an interview with Laughingmonkeymusic. He expressed the challenges faced in completing the record, citing the commitment of their producer, Zeuss, to Rob Zombie’s projects. Despite obstacles, Bittner emphasized the band’s determination to release new music this year, highlighting the collaboration with…
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Ensiferum Announces Winter Storm Over Australia Tour 2026
Ensiferum, the Finnish folk metal legends, have announced their triumphant return to Australia with the Winter Storm Over Australia tour scheduled for May 2026. This tour marks a significant milestone for the band as they celebrate 30 years of delivering battle-tested riffage on stage. It will also coincide with the release of their ninth studio…
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Cradle of Filth & DevilDriver Announce Explosive Australian Tour
British extreme metal giants Cradle of Filth and American groove-metal powerhouse DevilDriver are set to unleash their co-headline tour in Australia this July. Following their successful North American tour in 2023, the anticipation for their Australian tour has been building. Trouble And Their Double Lives | $13.76 The North American leg of the tour was…
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Metal Icons Soulfly, Nailbomb, and Snot Rock Brisbane Tivoli
On a scorching day in Brisbane, the Tivoli hosted a metal extravaganza featuring Soulfly, Nailbomb, and Snot, drawing a crowd eager to escape the heat and immerse themselves in the music. Max Cavalera’s iconic presence, spanning several decades in the metal scene, brought anticipation and energy to the venue, with fans lining up to witness…
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KoRn Guitarist Reveals Intense Creative Process for 15th Album
California nu-metal band KoRn has exciting news for fans eagerly awaiting new music. After a four-year gap since their last album in 2022, guitarist James ‘Munky’ Shaffer revealed that the band is diligently working on their 15th studio album. The creative process has been intense, resulting in the band already crafting around 40 songs to…
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Ensiferum Announces ‘The Winter Storm Over North America’ Tour
Ensiferum, the renowned Finnish epic power metal band, has recently announced their upcoming tour, ‘The Winter Storm Over North America,’ set to kick off in September. Despite the wintry connotations in the tour name, the band’s performances will grace American and Canadian stages, starting at ProgPower USA in Atlanta on September 9 and concluding in…
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Slipknot Sells Majority Stake in Catalogue to HarbourView Equity
Slipknot, the iconic heavy metal band, has made headlines by selling a majority stake in their entire catalogue to HarbourView Equity Partners. This strategic move, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter, encompasses both publishing and recorded royalties, although specific financial details remain undisclosed. Slipknot Official The Gray Chapter Star T-Shirt | $24.99 Earlier reports had…
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Helloween Fans Anticipate Fourth ‘Keeper of the Seven Keys
German power metal band Helloween has fans buzzing with excitement over the possibility of a fourth installment in the iconic ‘Keeper of the Seven Keys’ series. The band’s lead singer, Andi Deris, hinted at the prospect of a new chapter during an interview with Metal Remains, reflecting on the political influences that have shaped their…
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Opeth’s Brisbane Concert: A Night of Metal Mastery
Opeth graced The Fortitude Music Hall stage in Brisbane on November 20, 2025, as part of their atmospheric The Last Will And Testament tour, with local prog-metal icons Caligula’s Horse opening the night. Fans eagerly filled the venue, some finding themselves in the unusual setting of seated concert arrangements, a departure from the typical standing-room-only…
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Parkway Drive’s Park Waves Festival 2026 Cancellation Sparks Industry Reflection
Parkway Drive’s Park Waves Festival, scheduled to run in February and March 2026, has been abruptly canceled, leaving fans and artists disappointed. The festival, organized by Destroy All Lines, was set to feature a lineup including Parkway Drive, The Amity Affliction, Northlane, Alpha Wolf, and Story of the Year. The decision to cancel was announced…
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Alissa White-Gluz Departs Arch Enemy, Launches Solo Career
Arch Enemy, the renowned Swedish melodic death metal band, shocked fans with the announcement of parting ways with vocalist Alissa White-Gluz. Alissa joined the band in 2014, succeeding Angela Gossow, who transitioned to a managerial role within the group. In a statement released on social media, Arch Enemy expressed gratitude for the shared musical journey…
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Parkway Drive’s Aerial Opera House Stunt Sets New Standard
Parkway Drive, the Australian metal band, recently made history by performing a daring aerial stunt above the iconic Sydney Opera House. Frontman Winston McCall rappelled from a helicopter onto the Opera House sails, showcasing their theatrical ambition and setting a new standard for the group. Atlas (LP + CD) | $69.19 This spectacular moment is…
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Fear Factory Announces 30th Anniversary ‘Demanufacture’ North American Tour
Fear Factory is set to mark a significant milestone with a North American tour celebrating the 30th anniversary of their iconic album ‘Demanufacture.’ The band will embark on a series of headlining shows, with select dates featuring a full performance of the album that solidified their place in industrial metal history. This tour coincides with…
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Helloween’s ‘Giants & Monsters’ Album Reignites Metal Excellence
Helloween, a legendary band in the metal scene, has recently released their album “Giants & Monsters,” which has garnered significant attention and praise from fans and critics alike. The album, which was released in 2025 under Reigning Phoenix, has received a rating of 4.5/5, showcasing the band’s continued relevance and excellence in the metal genre.…
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Symphony X and Sonata Arctica Unite for North American Tour
Progressive metal band Symphony X has announced their upcoming North American tour with Finnish metal group Sonata Arctica. The tour is set to kick off in September, starting in Stroudsburg, PA, and concluding in Red Bank, NJ. Tickets for the general public will be available for purchase on a specified date. Talviyo | $33.51 Both…
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Galder Departs Dimmu Borgir for Old Man’s Child Revival
Galder, the longtime guitarist of Dimmu Borgir, made a significant announcement in August 2024. He revealed his departure from Dimmu Borgir to focus on his creativity with Old Man’s Child. This decision marked a pivotal moment for black metal enthusiasts who had been following the band’s intermittent releases over the past three decades. With this…
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Metal Band Cradle of Filth Faces Departures and Controversy
Two members of the metal band Cradle of Filth have recently left the group, sparking speculation and controversy among fans. The departure of keyboardist Zoë M. Federoff, followed by the firing of her husband and guitarist Marek “Ashok” Šmerda, has raised questions about the band’s future. DUSK AND HER EMBRACE (THE ORIGINAL SIN) (HARDCOVER-DIGIBOOK) |…
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Swedish Metal Bands Sabaton and Amaranthe Rock Brisbane Crowd
Sabaton, the Swedish power metal band, made a triumphant return to Australia at the Fortitude Music Hall in Brisbane. Despite their upcoming album release, the band drew a massive crowd eager to witness their performance. Fans were buzzing with anticipation, and the atmosphere was electric even before the show began. Legend | $21.40 Before Sabaton…
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Killswitch Engage: Defining Legacy Through Iconic Metalcore Tracks
Killswitch Engage has been a foundational force in the metalcore scene, shaping the genre with their powerful music since the early 2000s. Hailing from Massachusetts, the band has left an indelible mark on fans worldwide through their albums like Alive or Just Breathing, The End of Heartache, and As Daylight Dies, both in the studio…
