Metal Anarchy

  • King Buffalo Premiere “Vagabond” Video

    King Buffalo have premiered a new video for their new song “Vagabond.” You can check out that clip below. The track is taken from the band’s new album, “Doomsayer,” which will be released on December 4. Drummer Scott Donaldson commented:

    “’Vagabond’ was recorded in our new studio space, so it felt fitting to have the video take place there too. It’s been a long road getting the space to where it is today, and there’s still plenty to do. From the beginning we have a vision of creating somewhere that functions as a proper recording studio while also being presentable and versatile enough for video. It feels great to finally share a glimpse of the new home we’ve built for ourselves, and to debut the second single from ‘Doomsayer.’”

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  • Extol Premiere New Song “Merciless Hunger”

    Extol have premiered a new song titled “Merciless Hunger.” This track is from the band’s new album, “Aura Of Decay,” which will be released on November 6. Vocalist Peter Espevoll commented:

    “It is a warning against those who seek to usurp the beliefs of others, cloaking their hunger for power in a language of love, truth, and sacred justice.”

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  • Nightwish Part Ways With Singer Floor Jansen

    Nightwish have parted ways with frontwoman Floor Jansen. Despite this, the band are still planning to record a new album in 2027.

    Nightwish said the following:

    “After careful consideration, we have, in mutual agreement, decided to part ways. This decision is necessary and important to us and our future ambitions. Thus, we will now pursue those goals in our own separate ways. We wish each other nothing but the very best on our respective artistic journeys.

    For you, dear listener, and indeed for us, this marks the end of a truly great voyage.

    Nightwish will continue. We will move forward and enter the studio in 2027 to record a new album.

    As we celebrate 30 years of Nightwish, we couldn’t be more excited about our music and our future.”

    Jansen added:

    “Endings create new beginnings, and even though it was a hard decision to make, I believe there is a bright musical journey ahead of me. I invite you to follow along on this path, as you were with me in all the great years before. Thank you for your support through the rollercoasters of life.

    My solo career will now get all of my attention and gives my new upcoming album ‘Hytress’ (out 2027) and the tour all space to grow. Hope to meet you on the road again in a near and happy future.

    With love and respect,
    Floor”

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  • Destroy Boys Announce New Album “FOIE GRAS”, Premiere “Hysteria” Video

    Destroy Boys will be releasing a new album, titled “FOIE GRAS,” on March 5, 2027. A video for the effort’s first single, “Hysteria,” can be found below. Guitarist Violet Mayugba commented on the record:

    “This album is the culmination of everything Destroy Boys is and has ever done. This is the most ‘us’ we have ever been.”

    “FOIE GRAS” Track Listing:

    01. “The Staircase”
    02. “Hysteria”
    03. “Strings of Fate”
    04. “¡Atención!”
    05. “Raise Me Up”
    06. “Be Regressive”
    07. “All My Hair Is Falling Out”
    08. “Song For Me”
    09. “Behavioral Euthanasia” (feat. Frank Iero)
    10. “Mother Maiden Whore”
    11. “Monica”
    12. “Stop Playing The Blues”
    13. “If I Called The Man That Hurt Me”
    14. “Impulse Control”
    15. “Fault Lines”

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  • Poppy Partners With SoWhen? For Interactive And Immersive “Fortnite” Experience

    Poppy has joined forces with SoWhen? for a new interactive and immersive “Fortnite” experience. The “Poppy Secret Run” event will be available in the game from October 23 to November 23.

    The following was said about the collaboration:

    “‘Poppy Secret Run’ is an interactive musical journey hosted exclusively on Fortnite. It puts fans inside Poppy’s world, allowing them to experience a performance of her song ‘Time Will Tell’ in an entirely new way. Players move through and interact with the world, ultimately choosing between two paths: the Light or the Dark. Every decision throughout the experience helps determine where they end up. The world centers on a surreal universe of clocks, with two versions of Poppy guiding players through the experience, alongside her real-life sphynx cat, Pi. As players make choices, the world responds and reveals a distinct path.

    In March 2026, Poppy recorded a full motion-capture performance with SoWhen? in Paris to create the basis for this project. She performed ‘Time Will Tell’ live in studio, and her personalized game world was crafted around it. Her stage presence was kept intact and infused into her in-game character. Poppy’s movements, face, and lips were captured free of suits and trackers using markerless motion capture and OptiTrack technology. The ‘Time Will Tell’ audio was then carefully linked to gameplay. Every rise, flip, and collapse lands on the beat.

    Beyond the main run, players can uncover exclusive content. There will also be a performance-only mode that’s her show, without the game. Locked doors hide exclusive stories Poppy has never shared before, rewarding those who return and explore deeper. More surprises will be revealed as the month unfolds.”

    [via Blabbermouth]

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  • Sammy Hagar Says He “Would Love To Bury The Hatchet With Alex Van Halen”

    As previously reported, Van Halen drummer Alex Van Halen recently made headlines after calling his former bandmate Sammy Hagar “a complete idiot.” The frontman then responded, calling the comment “unnecessary” and criticizing the way Alex has handled the band’s legacy. Despite this, Hagar says he “would love to bury the hatchet with Alex.”

    Hagar told Billboard the following:

    “I’ll put out an olive branch right now, and say it again a million times — I would love to bury the hatchet with Alex. I would love to be friends again. If we played music, mo’ better. That would be awesome…. But I’m willing to forget anything and everything and be friends and bring the two (Van Halen) eras together like they should be.”

    He also added:

    “It’s the crack in the world I wrote about 50 years ago. He’s sticking with it, and why? I’m trying to get rid of that. Unification over separation. Let’s unify this world. That’s my dream and wish; if I could find a way to do that, there you go. That might be my future.”

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  • Fleshgod Apocalypse’s Francesco Paoli Undergoes Reconstructive Hand Surgery

    Fleshgod Apocalypse’s Francesco Paoli is currently recovering after undergoing reconstructive surgery on his hand. The operation was related to injuries he sustained in a 2021 rock climbing accident.

    Paoli said the following:

    “Hey everyone, sorry if I haven’t posted much lately, but as you know social media is not my cup of tea and I’m turning more and more into an old fart! Anyway, I felt like a health update was due to all the people who supported me after the accident I had in 2021 and kept doing so throughout my recovery which, as you can see, isn’t complete yet. Yes, after 5 years I’m still working on fixing what’s fixable and after sorting out my arm and foot, we finally moved on to my left hand.

    Due to my ulnar nerve interruption, I basically lost sensation and most of the muscles that lie between the bones of my hand. Unfortunately, that is gonna stay; I accept it and worked out exotic solutions (like rubber bands) to keep doing what I love the most, playing.

    But my hand was almost skeletal and we had to do something to protect the structures that were still working in there, like bones, ligaments, veins, tendons, etc… So a couple of weeks ago, I underwent another reconstruction surgery and here is my “new” hand! (Pics 7-12) They took some tissue from my hip and transplanted it into the “empty” areas of my hand. It looks and feels much better! Also, it’s super cool to know that thanks to science I have a piece of my leg in my arm and some hip in my hand, ahah! The surgery went well, but I’m not done yet. I will likely have to do another “refinement” next year, but it’s accounted for and planned in the band’s schedule so we won’t miss any show!

    Again, I feel so fortunate and thankful to be here sharing more positive news with you all; it’s miraculous indeed. Yet, at the same time, my thoughts are constantly with all the guys (and I met a ton of great people in these last 5 years) who weren’t as lucky, unfortunately. They’re the true warriors, together with all the doctors, researchers, scientists, nurses, and so on who never surrendered to what idiots call fate despite the increasing lack of proper work conditions. There is no fate, there is no chance, there’s only the incredible complexity of life, and we should all embrace it with a big smile like they do every day.

    Thank you all once again for sending me positive energy all the time and giving me the strength I needed to keep pushing, and thank you to my family, my friends, my bandmates, managers, crew and the people surrounding me for continuing to believe and never leaving me behind.

    Back to riffs and blast beats, over.
    Fra“

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  • Emmure’s Frankie Palmeri Says People Only Want Political Music When “It Aligns With Their Brand Of Politics And World View”

    As previously reported, Metallica vocalist/guitarist James Hetfield recently generated controversy after criticizing entertainers who bring politics to the live stage. Among those to weigh in on the subject was Emmure frontman Frankie Palmeri, who pointed out how people “want political music only if it aligns with their brand of politics and world view.”

    Palmeri said the following:

    “The “music is always political” discourse is funny. Everyone parroting this wants political music ONLY if it aligns with THEIR brand of politics and world view. Otherwise they seethe and become blood thirsty mutants who literally want people to die for disagreeing with them.”

    He also had several exchanges with fans:

    Exchange #1:

    Fan: “I listen to so many left leaning liberal bands like Fox Lake, Silent Planet, and countless others who have some kind of world philosophy songs here and there and I’ve not been convinced of their lyrics to lean their way. Maybe here and there, but never anything that’s made me go “wow my worldview is forever changed we should totally free palestine.”

    I remember a certain band made a song about bringing guns to school and never once thought “wow I should totally do that.” Just put the breakdowns and chorus’ in the bag and take my money and time.”

    Palmeri: “For sure.

    I am definitely not saying bands shouldn’t say what they want in their music.

    Just calling out the selective outrage and hypocrisy these people are droning on about.

    If words inspire people, great.
    It’s just so obvious they only want to hear one type of message.”

    Exchange #2:

    Fan: “Is that bad?”

    Palmeri: “Yeah. It is bad. How are you missing the point here? It’s weak and makes the entire argument that music is inherently or should be political moot, when in fact they are not open to music that expresses or even alludes to countering their world view. Cowardice and hypocrisy.”

    Exchange #3:

    Fan: “That’s how they roll. You’re either with us 100% or you’re against us… and in that case, we want you dead.”

    Palmeri: “I understand the seduction of it all. The safety, the group think, a chance to lash out violently with your comrades. Dangerous stuff.”

    Exchange #4:

    Fan: “This is partially true. Conservatives will listen to music that contradicts their beliefs, up to a certain level of pushiness. The reverse is not the case.”

    Palmeri: “You know what’s funny? I didn’t even specify what political spectrum people are trying to establish as imperative to the art. Everyone just instinctively knows who I’m talking about. It’s crazy!”

    [via The PRP]

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  • BLACKGOLD Premiere “KILLAZ” Music Video

    BLACKGOLD have premiered a new song titled “KILLAZ.” That track features Woes and a video for it can be found below. Vocalist Spookz commented:

    “‘KILLAZ‘ feels like letting the mask slip just enough to show a different side of what BLACKGOLD can be. It’s bouncy, chaotic, full of attitude and doesn’t sit still for a second. Finding Woes busking in Austin and then ending up making a track together felt completely in the spirit of this band – unexpected, a bit unhinged, and somehow exactly right.”

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  • Watch The Sword’s In-Studio Performance For KEXP

    On September 25, The Sword played a live set at KEXP Studio in Seattle, WA. You can check out that five-track performance below:

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