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Homewrecker Guitarist & Bassist Quit Band

Guitarist Paul Alosio and bassist Dalton Edwards have both announced their departure from Homewrecker. This news comes after frontman Matt Barnum was fired from the band following sexual misconduct allegations and after drummer Matt Izzi was kicked out of Scorched and Crypt Rot for similar accusations. Alosio issued the following statement: “I need to speak.…

June 24, 2020

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Homewrecker, News

Dalton Edwards, Homewrecker, Matt Barnum, Matt Izzi, Metal, Paul Alosio
Powerman 5000’s Spider One Calls Out Bands For Playing Upcoming “Herd Immunity Fest”, Nonpoint Drop Off

In unsurprising news, the upcoming “Herd Immunity Fest,” which is set to take place at The Q&Z Expo Center in Ringle, WI on July 16-18, has been generating some controversy, considering we are still in the middle of a pandemic. Among those who called out the event was Powerman 5000’s Spider One, who tweeted the…

June 24, 2020

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Herd Immunity Fest, News

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Venomous Concept (Napalm Death, Brutal Truth, Etc.) Premiere New Song “Lemonade”, Reveal Details For New Album “Politics Versus The Erection”

Venomous Concept (Napalm Death, Brutal Truth, etc.) have premiered a new song titled “Lemonade.” This track is from the band’s new album “Politics Versus The Erection,” which will be released on August 28. “Politics Versus The Erection” Track Listing: 01. “Simian Flu” 02. “Hole In The Ground” 03. “Eliminate” 04. “Lemonade” 05. “Colossal Failure” 06.…

June 24, 2020

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News, Venomous Concept

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Scorched Fire Drummer Matt Izzi

Scorched have parted ways with Matt Izzi. The drummer, who also performs in Homewrecker, was fired after allegations against him surfaced on an Instagram account that was launched to share all the sexual misconduct allegations against his bandmate Matt Barnum, who was recently kicked out of Homewrecker. Scorched issued the following statement: “Official statement regarding…

June 23, 2020

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News, Scorched

Crypt Rot, Matt Izzi, Metal, Scorched, split
Seether Premiere New Song “Dangerous”, Reveal Details For New Album “Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum”

Seether have premiered an animated video for their new song “Dangerous.” This track is from the band’s new album “Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum,” which will be released on August 28. “Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum” Track Listing: 01. “Dead And Done” 02. “Bruised And Bloodied” 03. “Wasteland” 04. “Dangerous” 05. “Liar” 06. “Can’t Go…

June 23, 2020

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News, Seether

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Kissing Candice’s “Ghosted” Is Now Available On Streaming Services

Kissing Candice have officially released their song “Ghosted” on streaming services. The band said the following about that: “’Ghosted’ has been a staple in our live set for years now. However, fans consider it a ‘lost track’ as it never received a proper release. We never put it out on an album and people always…

June 23, 2020

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Kissing Candice, News

Ghosted, Kissing Candice, Metal
Rock/Metal Musicians Open Up About Their Experiences With Racism In New Piece By Journalist Liz Ramanand

Consequence Of Sound have shared a new piece by journalist Liz Ramanand in which members of Alice In Chains, Body Count, Nonpoint, Fire From The Gods, Zeal & Ardor, Skunk Anansie, and more open up about their experiences with racism. You can read the full article HERE and an excerpt below: “In this installment of…

June 23, 2020

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News

Alice In Chains, Body Count, Fire From The Gods, Metal, Nonpoint, Rock, Skunk Anansie, Zeal & Ardor
Former Black Veil Brides Bassist Ashley Purdy Accused Of Mental And Sexual Abuse

Former Black Veil Brides bassist Ashley Purdy has been accused of mental and sexual abuse. One of the alleged victims, Pearl Carolina, shared her story on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Pearl_Carolina_/status/1274250940640645121 https://twitter.com/Pearl_Carolina_/status/1274251116126011392 https://twitter.com/Pearl_Carolina_/status/1274251186468683782 https://twitter.com/Pearl_Carolina_/status/1274252191969280002 https://twitter.com/Pearl_Carolina_/status/1274252419887759360 More women have since posted their stories using the hashtag #ashleypurdy. Purdy also responded with some videos before making all of his social…

June 23, 2020

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Ashley Purdy, Black Veil Brides

Ashley Purdy, Black Veil Brides, Rock
Jon Schaffer (Iced Earth) Premieres Lyric Video For “Dracula (A Narrative Soundscape)”

Jon Schaffer (Iced Earth) has premiered a lyric video for “Dracula (A Narrative Soundscape).” This version of the track will appear on a new audio CD that will be released alongside his upcoming book “Wicked Words And Epic Tales.” More details on that release can be found HERE. Schaffer commented: “Brothers and sisters, I hope…

June 23, 2020

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Iced Earth, News

Dracula (A Narrative Soundscape), Iced Earth, Jon Schaffer, lyric video, Metal, Wicked Words And Epic Tales
Kvelertak Announce European/UK Tour

Kvelertak have announced an early 2021 European/UK tour. Planet Of Zeus, Blood Command, and Astrosaur will open on select dates. Tour Dates: 02/03 Bergen, NOR – USF Verftet 02/04 Alsesund, NOR – Alesun Passenger Terminal 02/05 Trondheim, NOR – Stutendersamfundet 02/06 Trondheim, NOR – Stutendersamfundet 02/10 Bodo, NOR – Sinus 02/11 Tromso, NOR – Studenthouse…

June 23, 2020

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Kvelertak

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