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Flyleaf Announce 20th Anniversary Tour

Flyleaf (feat. Lacey Sturm) have announced a July U.S. tour. The trek will find the band celebrating their 20th anniversary. Here’s the dates:

07/08 Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle
07/09 Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore Charlotte
07/11 Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore Philadelphia
07/12 Boston, MA – Citizens House of Blues
07/13 Montclair, NJ – The Wellmont Theater
07/15 Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore Silver Spring
07/17 Chicago, IL – House of Blues
07/19 Minneapolis, MN – The Fillmore Minneapolis
07/21 Indianapolis, IN – Egyptian Room @ Old National Centre
07/22 Nashville, TN – Marathon Music Works
07/24 Dallas, TX – South Side Ballroom
07/25 Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center
07/28 Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren
07/30 Anaheim, CA – House of Blues

February 24, 2026

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Flyleaf, News

Flyleaf, Lacey Sturm, Rock, Tour
Taking Back Sunday, Holywatr, Etc. Added To 2026 Vans Warped Tour

Taking Back Sunday, Holywatr, SUCKERPUNCH!, Origami Angel, Teen Jesus And The Jean Teasers, and Lakeview have been added to the 2026 Vans Warped Tour. You can find the updated lineups below.

Tour Dates:

06/13-14 Washington, DC – Festival Grounds at RFK Campus:

3OH!3
All That Remains
Anberlin
Bad Cop/Bad Cop
Bayside
Big Ass Truck I.E.
Boston Manor
Breathe Carolina
Bryce Vine
Coheed And Cambria
Crown The Empire
Daisy Grenade
Dance Gavin Dance
DeathbyRomy
Drop Dead, Gorgeous
Elijah
Enter Shikari
Fame On Fire
Flogging Molly
Fluorescents
Free Throw
Girlfriends
Glassjaw
Grandson
GWAR
Hawthorne Heights
Holy Wars
Honey Revenge
Hoobastank
Hot Chelle Rae
Hot Mulligan
I Set My Friends On Fire
Initiate
Jimmy Eat World
KennyHoopla
LØLØ
Meet Me @ The Altar
Millington
New Found Glory
Norma Jean
Of Mice & Men
Pain Of Truth
People R Ugly
sace6
Saturdays At Your Place
Story Of The Year
Super Sometimes
Taking Back Sunday
The Academy Is…
The Devil Wears Prada
The Early November
The Ghost Inside
The Menzingers
The Paradox
The Story So Far
The Used
The Wrecks
Third Eye Blind
tiLLie
Vienna Vienna

07/25-26 Long Beach, CA – Shoreline Waterfront:

3OH!3
Acceptance
Alexisonfire
All Time Low
Allison
Bad Cop/Bad Cop
Bayside
Bear vs. Shark
Big Ass Truck I.E.
Blnko
Boston Manor
Brayton
Breathe Carolina
Chase Petra
Crown The Empire
Daisy Grenade
Dance Gavin Dance
DeathbyRomy
DENM
Drop Dead, Gorgeous
Dying Wish
Emery
Escape The Fate
Fame On Fire
Flogging Molly
Free Throw
G-Eazy
Games We Play
Girlfriends
Glassjaw
Good Terms
Grandson
Guilt Trip
Haywire
Hepcat
Holy Wars
Honey Revenge
Hoobastank
Hot Chelle Rae
I Set My Friends On Fire
Jimmy Eat World
KennyHoopla
Lakeview
letlive.
Lø Spirit
LØLØ
Magnolia Park
Mayday Parade
Meet Me @ The Altar
Millington
Motion City Soundtrack
Norma Jean
Origami Angel
Pain Of Truth
Papa Roach
PeelingFlesh
People R Ugly
Phantom Planet
sace6
Sammy Adams
Scary Kids Scaring Kids
Set It Off
Simple Plan
South Arcade
Stand Atlantic
Start Today
Story Of The Year
Taking Back Sunday
The Academy Is…
The Devil Wears Prada
The Early November
The Expendables
The Ghost Inside
The Paradox
The Starting Line
The Story So Far
The Used
The Wrecks
tiLLie
Vienna Vienna
WesGhost
Whispers
Winona Fighter
Yelawolf

08/21-22 Montreal, QC – Parc Jean-Drapeau:

3OH!3
A Day To Remember
All Time Low
Atreyu
Bad Cop/Bad Cop
Big Ass Truck I.E.
Boston Manor
Chase Petra
Counterparts
Despised Icon
Flogging Molly
Four Year Strong
Good Riddance
Hawthorne Heights
Ice Nine Kills
Initiate
Jimmy Eat World
letlive.
LØLØ
Mayday Parade
Microwave
Nothing,Nowhere
Of Mice & Men
Origami Angel
Peer Pressure
Simple Plan
Sleep Theory
Spike And The Gimme Gimmes
Strung Out
Sublime
SUCKERPUNCH!
Taking Back Sunday
The Anti-Queens
The Devil Wears Prada
The Menzingers
The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus

09/12-13 Mexico City, MX – Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez:

2 Minutos
Alexisonfire
All Time Low
Atreyu
Bad Cop/Bad Cop
Basement
Blnko
Breathe Carolina
DeathbyRomy
Don Tetto
Elli Noise
Emery
Escape The Fate
Flogging Molly
Four Year Strong
Girlfriends
Glassjaw
Hawthorne Heights
Here Comes The Kraken
Jimmy Eat World
Less Than Jake
letlive.
LØLØ
Magnolia Park
Mayday Parade
Microwave
Motion City Soundtrack
Movements
New Found Glory
Of Mice & Men
Origami Angel
Papa Roach
Pedro Y El Lobo
sace6
Saosin
San Venus
Say Ocean
Sgt. Papers
Simple Plan
Sleep Theory
State Champs
Story Of The Year
The All-American Rejects
The Aquabats
The Devil Wears Prada
The Starting Line
The Story So Far
The Wrecks
Tungas
Winona Fighter

11/14-15 Orlando, FL – Camping World Stadium Campus:

3OH!3
Alexisonfire
Allison
Anthony Green
Atmosphere
Bad Cop/Bad Cop
Bayside
Ben Quad
Big Ass Truck I.E.
Boston Manor
Brayton
Breathe Carolina
Broadside
Bryce Vine
Cartel
Counterparts
Daisy Grenade
Dance Gavin Dance
DeathbyRomy
Drop Dead, Gorgeous
Dying Wish
Elijah
Emery
Emmure
Family Force 5
Fireworks
Flogging Molly
Free Throw
Games We Play
GANG!
garbagebarbie
Girlfriends
Glassjaw
Good Terms
Grandson
Hawthorne Heights
Haywire
Holy Wars
Holywatr
Honey Revenge
Hoobastank
Hot Chelle Rae
Hot Mulligan
I Set My Friends On Fire
Initiate
Jimmy Eat World
KennyHoopla
Lakeview
Losers Club
Millington
Motion City Soundtrack
New Found Glory
Niis
Norma Jean
Origami Angel
Pain Of Truth
People R Ugly
Phantom Planet
Rain City Drive
sace6
Saint Blonde
Scary Kids Scaring Kids
Set It Off
Simple Plan
Sitting On Saturn
South Arcade
Stand Atlantic
Super Sometimes
Taking Back Sunday
Teen Jesus And The Jean Teasers
The Early November
The Paradox
The Starting Line
The Used
The Wrecks
Third Eye Blind
tiLLie
Vienna Vienna
WesGhost

February 23, 2026

caemanamelio

News, Vans Warped Tour

2 Minutos, 3OH!3, A Day To Remember, Acceptance, Alexisonfire, All That Remains, All Time Low, Allison, Anberlin, Anthony Green, Atmosphere, Atreyu, Bad Cop / Bad Cop, Bananarama, Basement, Bayside, Bear Vs. Shark, Ben Quad, Big Ass Truck, Blnko, Boston Manor, Brayton, Breathe Carolina, Broadside, Bryce Vine, Cartel, Chase Petra, Coheed And Cambria, Counterparts, Crown The Empire, Daisy Grenade, Dance Gavin Dance, DeathByRomy, DENM, Despised Icon, Don Tetto, Drop Dead Gorgeous, Dying Wish, Elijah, Elli Noise, Emery, Emmure, Enter Shikari, Escape The Fate, Fame On Fire, Family Force 5, festival, Fireworks, Flogging Molly, Fluorescents, Four Year Strong, Free Throw, G-Eazy, Games We Play, GANG!, garbagebarbie, Girlfriends, Glassjaw, Good Riddance, Good Terms, Grandson, Guilt Trip, Gwar, Hawthorne Heights, Haywire, Hepcat, Here Comes The Kraken, Holy Wars, Holywatr, Honey Revenge, Hoobastank, Hot Chelle Rae, Hot Mulligan, I Set My Friends On Fire, Ice Nine Kills, Initiate, Jimmy Eat World, Kennyhoopla, Lakeview, LØLØ, Lø Spirit, Less Than Jake, letlive, lineup, Losers Club, Magnolia Park, Mayday Parade, Meet Me @ The Altar, Metal, Microwave, Millington, Motion City Soundtrack, Movements, New Found Glory, Niis, Norma Jean, Nothing Nowhere, Of Mice & Men, Origami Angel, Pain Of Truth, Papa Roach, Pedro Y El Lobo, Peelingflesh, Peer Pressure, People R Ugly, Phantom Planet, Rain City Drive, Rock, Sace6, Saint Blonde, Sammy Adams, San Venus, Saosin, Saturday’s At Your Place, Say Ocean, Scary Kids Scaring Kids, Set It Off, Sgt. Papers, Simple Plan, Sitting On Saturn, Sleep Theory, South Arcade, Spike And The Gimme Gimmes, Stand Atlantic, Start Today, State Champs, Story Of The Year, Strung Out, Sublime, SUCKERPUNCH!, Super Sometimes, Taking Back Sunday, Teen Jesus And The Jean Teasers, The Academy Is…, The All-American Rejects, The Anti-Queens, The Aquabats, The Devil Wears Prada, The Early November, The Expendables, The Ghost Inside, The Menzingers, The Paradox, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, The Starting Line, The Story So Far, The Used, The Wrecks, Third Eye Blind, tiLLie, Tour, Tungas, Vans Warped Tour, Vienna Vienna, WesGhost, Whispers, Winona Fighter, Yelawolf
Metal Anarchy’s New Music Showcase: Fire The Humans

Time for the next edition of Metal Anarchy’s “new music showcase,” the feature where I introduce you to bands that readers of this site may find interesting. This time I have a Q&A with Fire The Humans.

METAL ANARCHY: Tell me a little about your band:

FIRE THE HUMANS: Fire the Humans is the evocative solo musical project of a singer-songwriter whose work has captured listeners around the globe with its raw emotional depth and distinctive sonic identity. Since launching Fire the Humans in 2020, intensely private (Jeff Lee) the artist, has carved out a space where raspy, soulful vocals — often interwoven with expressive falsetto colors — meet heartfelt storytelling. With lyrics that explore the complex landscapes of love, hurt, and frustration.

METAL ANARCHY: Who are your main influences?

FIRE THE HUMANS: I was always drawn to authentic and artists that were creatively free. From Prince to Pantera to Beck. From Rival Sons to The Neighbourhood. I like artists that are genuine and honest, not hungry for money and fame.

METAL ANARCHY: What is your latest release and why should readers of this site check it out?

FIRE THE HUMANS: Fire the Humans is releasing the new single called ‘Burned Alive’, which is a sexy and sultry 1AM listening song. Soulful and intimate. Everyone has experienced this moment when you’re in a room with someone you simply can’t stop staring at. The anticipation of another look across the bar, or maybe even more…

METAL ANARCHY: What can people expect when they go to your live shows?

FIRE THE HUMANS: Fire the Humans shows are always full of anthem style hooks to sing along to, atmospheric energy, like minded beautiful people and much more… come see it for yourself.

METAL ANARCHY: Where do you see your band heading in 5 years?

FIRE THE HUMANS: Being a solo project, I don’t anticipate ever stopping to write and record what I love. I don’t chase fame and fortune in music, so in 5 years, the goal is to have grown the fanbase of people that see the beauty in the artwork.

February 23, 2026

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New Music Showcase

Fire The Humans, interview, Rock
Hold My Own Release New Song “Countdown”

Hold My Own have released a new song titled “Countdown.” The band commented:

“This song is about feeling like you’ve failed but not caring and keeping it moving.”

February 23, 2026

caemanamelio

Hold My Own, News

Countdown, Hold My Own, Metal, New Song
Pennywise Announce May 2026 West Coast Tour With Circle Jerks, H2O, And DFL

Pennywise have announced a West Coast tour with Circle Jerks, H2O, and DFL. Here’s the dates:

05/08 San Francisco, CA – The Fillmore
05/09 Berkeley, CA – UC Theatre
05/10 Sacramento, CA – Channel 24
05/13 Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren
05/15 San Diego, CA – Soma
05/16 Anaheim, CA – House of Blues
05/17 Anaheim, CA – House of Blues

February 23, 2026

caemanamelio

News, Pennywise

Circle Jerks, DFL, H2O, Pennywise, Punk, Rock, Tour
Paradise Lost Guitarist Gregor Mackintosh Comments On His Weight Loss, Says It’s Related To “Ongoing Health Issues”

Paradise Lost guitarist Gregor Mackintosh has issued a statement regarding his recent weight loss. According to him, it is related to “ongoing health issues, which have intensified of late.”

Mackintosh said the following:

“Hey Everyone. I’ve been told that there are a lot of messages regarding my weight loss over the past few months. I wouldn’t normally comment on such a private thing, but I think it’s for the best in this case, to stop any further speculation.

I do have some ongoing health issues, which have intensified of late. I won’t bore anyone with the details, but I am getting good care and I feel fine. None of this affects my ability to play and I am currently on tour with Paradise Lost. The crowds are killer and PL are sounding better than they have in years.

I truly appreciate everyone’s concern.

See you on the road.”

February 23, 2026

caemanamelio

News, Paradise Lost

Gregor Mackintosh, Metal, Paradise Lost
Limp Bizkit’s Wes Borland Is Contributing To Danny Elfman’s New Album

Limp Bizkit’s Wes Borland has revealed that he is contributing to Danny Elfman’s new album. The guitarist, who previously performed in Elfman’s live band, said the following about that:

“Had the pleasure of working on Danny Elfman songs all weekend! This is going to be an amazing album!”

He also added:

“This is so fun. Thanks for having me Danny! The Fender VI has really been a staple recently and beyond from this record to The Wrecking Crew with @thehaxancloak”

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February 23, 2026

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Danny Elfman, News

Danny Elfman, Limp Bizkit, Metal, Rock, Wes Borland
Attila Vocalist Chris Fronzak Promotes New Company Aimed At Monetizing Music Played During Set Changes At Concerts
Attila frontman Chris Fronzak recently took to social media to promote Tour Soundtrack. That company aims to monetize the various songs that get played during set changes at concerts.

The business offers the following:
Hyper-Targeted Reach: Your music is played directly to the exact audience you want to connect with — live at concerts where fans already love the genre.

No Fluff, No Bots: Unlike playlisting scams or random ads, these are real people in real venues, paying to see bands in your lane.

Built-In Credibility: If your song is played on a tour with artists fans already trust, your music gets an instant stamp of approval by association.

Multi-Angle Promotion: Not only does your song play live, but it also lives on the Spotify playlist and is supported with signage, social posts, and digital tie-ins.

Trackable ROI: You’ll see analytics on when/where your song is played, # of Shazams, clicks, and more.
Fronzak said the following:

“If you’re in a band I have a great marketing opportunity for you. Want your song to be played live in front of 60,000+ people?”
February 23, 2026

caemanamelio

Fronzilla, News

Attila, Chris Fronzak, Metal, Tour Soundtrack
Mike Patton Says Faith No More’s Last Tour Had A Sense Of “Unspoken” Closure

During a recent interview with Kyle Meredith, Faith No More singer Mike Patton opened up about the band’s last tour. According to him, the trek had a sense of “unspoken” closure.

Patton said the following when asked if the tour was a proper closure for the band:

“I didn’t really think so at the time, but, yeah, maybe. And I think that we all kind of felt it, but it was unspoken. And it’s funny: when you’ve been in a band or a musical situation for a period of time, you always, in the back of your head, you’re kind of thinking, ‘Well, maybe this is it.’ And I don’t mind that feeling. I don’t see it as a sad thing. I see it as being present and being able to really appreciate it while it’s happening.”

He also added the following when asked about his tendency to explore other projects:

“I’d never really understood, and I had to figure this out very early on, was the concept of a side project, that’s assuming that there’s a main one. And for me, I really never had one. There were projects like Faith No More where I spent more time on, in terms of touring and promoting, quote-unquote, if you will, but everything that I’ve done was of equal importance to me. They just weren’t viewed that way. And the public, for whatever reason, needs to have a hierarchy kind of built in there just to make themselves feel better about it, I guess. I don’t know.”

[via Blabbermouth]

February 23, 2026

caemanamelio

Faith No More, News

Faith No More, Metal, Mike Patton
2026 Aftershock Festival Lineup To Be Unveiled In March

The lineup for this year’s Aftershock festival is set to be unveiled on March 4 at 11:00am PST / 2:00pm EST. That event will take place at Discovery Park in Sacramento, CA on October 1-4.

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February 23, 2026

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Aftershock, News

Aftershock, festival, Metal, Rock