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Baroness Redefines Metal with ‘Stone’ Album Evolution
Baroness, the renowned metal band, recently unveiled their latest album, ‘Stone,’ marking their sixth full-length release. As a relatively new listener to the band, I embarked on the challenging task of reviewing this masterpiece, immersing myself in their rich history and extensive discography to grasp the essence of their musical evolution. Red Album | $33.93…
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Ghost’s Tobias Forge Redefines Metal Community Stereotypes
Ghost’s Tobias Forge challenges the stereotypical image of heavy metal, emphasizing the genre’s friendly and diverse community. Despite metal’s reputation for bravado and intensity, Forge believes that metallers are, in reality, amicable individuals. He highlights the broad spectrum of age groups within the metal community, from seniors to young children, fostering a welcoming environment. GHOST…
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Fervence Band Signs with Metal Blade Records, Expanding Horizons
Fervence, a progressive metalcore band originally from Reno, NV, recently inked a deal with the renowned Metal Blade Records. The quintet, now based in Austin, TX, made the move last summer. Vocalist Stevie B. expressed her excitement about the new partnership, sharing her long-held dream of being part of a metal band, influenced by her…
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Malevolence Metal Band Rises with Authenticity Amid Pandemic
Malevolence, the Sheffield metal band, found unexpected success with their single “Keep Your Distance” just before the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. Guitarist Konan Hall and lead singer Alex Taylor recall the serendipitous timing that led to the song’s viral popularity. Despite the challenges of the pandemic, Malevolence’s music continued to resonate with audiences, propelling…
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Chaos & Carnage Tour Unleashes Metal Madness in Los Angeles
The Chaos & Carnage tour hit Los Angeles with a bang at The Wiltern on April 19th. The lineup promised a diverse range of extreme metal genres, catering to all types of metalheads. The evening kicked off with bands like Corpse Pile and Vomit Forth, delivering raw, powerful performances that set the tone for the…
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Dethklok Announces 2025 Australian Tour Dates for Fans
In a thrilling announcement for heavy metal fans, Dethklok has unveiled their 2025 Australian tour dates, set to kick off in April. The melodic death metal band, known for their unique blend of music, satire, and animation, is gearing up to bring their electrifying performances to stages across the country. Bringing Metal to the Children:…
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Suffocation Reigns Supreme at Electric Brixton Metal Showcase
Electric Brixton has solidified its reputation as a prominent metal venue, showcasing another stellar metal lineup with Suffocation headlining the show. Despite missing the opening acts, the crowd is gradually building up the energy in the venue, eagerly anticipating Suffocation’s performance. Souls To Deny | $36.76 Fuming Mouth, a Massachusetts-based band, kicks off the night…
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Chroma 63 Festival Ignites Iowa’s Thriving Metal Music Scene
The inaugural Chroma 63 Midwest Art & Sound Festival in Waterloo was a resounding success, drawing in crowds of all ages to witness a diverse lineup of musical acts. One standout performance came from the hometown thrash metal band Guilty Of Treason, igniting mosh pits and showcasing the vibrant local music scene. Steezrd 3 Pack…
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Metal Music’s Clash with Mainstream Culture: Controversies Unveiled
Heavy metal music has always had a rebellious edge, standing out from mainstream culture with its extreme performances and controversial lyrics. As the genre evolved, some metal bands pushed boundaries that were too much for the mainstream to handle. While incidents like Ozzy Osbourne biting a bat’s head off or Iron Maiden being accused of…
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Abbath Reigns Supreme in Electrifying Metal Performance at Electric Ballroom
Abbath, the iconic figure of the metal scene, graced the stage at Electric Ballroom in Camden, delivering a night of intense music and electrifying energy. The evening kicked off with Hellripper, a high-octane act known for their satanic thrash sound. Frontman James McBain led the charge, captivating the audience with their no-nonsense, adrenaline-fueled performance. All…
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President Metal Band Wows Fans at Download Festival Debut
President, the mysterious masked metal band that captured the attention of the rock community with a viral campaign earlier this year, made their debut performance at Download festival over the weekend. The enigmatic group drew a massive crowd at the Dogtooth stage, showcasing their modern metalcore sound to an eager audience. Fans queued outside the…
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Parkway Drive Makes History with Symphony Show at Sydney Opera
Metal band Parkway Drive recently made history with a remarkable symphony show at the iconic Sydney Opera House. The fusion of heavy metal and orchestral music brought together an unexpected audience, with metalheads in formal attire headbanging and throwing horns in the concert hall. Metal Stainless Steel Bands for Apple Watch Bands 38mm 40mm 41mm…
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2025 Wacken Metal Battle USA National Final Showcases Top Bands
Wacken Metal Battle USA has announced its 2025 national final, where one American metal band will conquer all to perform at the renowned Wacken Open Air festival in Germany. The final battle will take place in Clifton, USA, featuring six top bands from different regions, including Prime Prophecy, What’s Wrong, Pontifex, FireHaze, Mourning High, and…
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Tuska 2014 Festival: Metal Diversity Shines Amid Black Metal
The Tuska 2014 Festival in Helsinki, Finland, showcased a diverse lineup of metal bands, from black metal acts to thrash and progressive metal bands. Despite the prevalence of black metal bands at the festival, there were standout performances from bands like Amoral, Poisonblack, and Tankard. Nemesis Now Iron Tankard Merchandise | $127.44 Amoral, with their…
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Parkway Drive to Headline Inaugural Hellbound Metal Cruise
Parkway Drive is set to lead the inaugural Hellbound Metal Cruise, featuring a stellar all-Australian lineup. The highly anticipated event, organized by Choose Your Cruise and Destroy All Lines, promises an unforgettable experience for metal music enthusiasts. Heavy Metal Bebop Tour ’14 In Japan | $88.63 Joining Parkway Drive on stage are prominent Australian heavy…
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Sydney Metal Concert: Alestorm, Nekrogoblikon, and Livewire Showcase Power
Alestorm, Nekrogoblikon, and Livewire took the Roundhouse stage by storm in Sydney on March 1, 2025. The evening kicked off with local metal veterans, LïVEWïRE, showcasing their powerful blend of speed and thrash metal. With two lead guitarists trading ferocious solos and tight rhythms, and a frontman displaying impressive vocal prowess, they set the stage…
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Metallica Announces Epic 2026 UK & Europe Tour
Metallica, the iconic band in heavy metal, has unveiled an extensive tour across the UK and Europe for the summer of 2026. This tour promises to be a monumental event with an impressive lineup featuring Gojira, Knocked Loose, Pantera, and Avatar. A unique feature of this tour is the ‘no-repeat weekends’ concept, where Metallica will…
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Parkway Drive Frontman Praises Metal Fans’ Compassion and Unity
Parkway Drive’s frontman, Winston McCall, recently appeared on Australian national TV to express his admiration for heavy metal fans, describing them as a “loveable ball of barbed wire.” The 42-year-old vocalist highlighted the juxtaposition between the aggressive nature of metal music and the kindness exhibited by its followers, emphasizing the strong sense of community within…
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Machine Head Triumphs with Raw Metal Masterpiece ‘Unatoned
Machine Head, the iconic metal band, has made a triumphant return with their latest album, Unatoned. The band faced doubts and challenges in recent years, but their resilience and talent have propelled them back into the spotlight. Following the success of their previous album, Of Kingdom And Crown, Machine Head’s newest release is a raw…
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Rammstein’s Fiery Dublin Concert Ignites Fans and Social Media
Last night in Dublin, the unmistakable sound of German heavy metal band Rammstein echoed across the city, drawing tens of thousands of fans to the outdoor concert at the RDS. The band’s performance was a spectacle to behold, with an estimated 38,000 attendees, including 8,500 in the “Feuerzone,” the standing area closest to the stage.…