Metal Anarchy

  • A Perfect Circle’s “Thirteenth Step” Joins Interscope/Capitol’s Definitive Sound Series

    A Perfect Circle’s “Thirteenth Step” is the latest album to join Interscope/Capitol’s Definitive Sound Series. Pre-orders for the vinyl pressing can be found HERE. Orders are expected to ship on August 28.

    Here’s an official product listing:

    “The Definitive Sound Series (DSS) meticulous One-Step process creates the definitive sounding audiophile version of all-time classic albums. A Perfect Circle “Thirteenth Step” was mastered from 24-Bit/96kHz files transferred from analog flat masters (except ‘Crimes’ and ‘Lullaby’) This iconic album has never sounded better.

    This DSS version is limited to a pressing of 3,000 numbered copies, includes a top-quality heavyweight tip on double pocket gatefold jacket and is housed inside a uniquely designed slipcase.

    Special care has been taken to faithfully preserve the original sound with exceptional clarity and depth, capturing the recordings nuances at every step, in order to create the definitive sounding record.

    The One-Step process is highly regarded among audiophiles and collectors for its unparalleled sound fidelity and represents the pinnacle of vinyl manufacturing and the listening experience.

    Notes:

    Released in 2003, Thirteenth Step marked A Perfect Circle’s highly anticipated follow-up to their acclaimed debut, Mer de Noms. Expanding beyond the band’s alternative-metal foundation, the album explores themes of addiction, recovery, and personal transformation through a collection of emotionally resonant songs and atmospheric production. Led by vocalist Maynard James Keenan and guitarist/songwriter Billy Howerdel, the record balances introspective songwriting with dynamic arrangements, creating one of the most distinctive rock albums of the early 2000s.

    Driven by standout tracks including “Weak and Powerless,” “The Outsider,” and “Blue,” Thirteenth Step achieved both commercial success and critical recognition, debuting at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and earning Platinum certification in the United States. More than two decades after its release, the album remains a cornerstone of modern alternative rock, celebrated for its depth, musicianship, and enduring influence.

    DSS One-Step Details

    · Audio Source: 24-Bit/96kHz files transferred from analog flat masters
    · Crimes and Lullaby mastered from 24-Bit/44.1 kHz files
    · Vinyl Compound: Neotech VR900-D2 180g High-Definition Vinyl
    · Vinyl Mastering: Levi Seitz at Black Belt Mastering
    · One-Step Process: Dorin Sauerbier at Record Technology, Inc.
    · Pressing: Record Technology, Inc.
    · Print & Packaging: gpa Global

    Track Listing

    Side A
    1. The Package
    2. Weak And Powerless
    3. The Noose

    Side B
    1. Blue
    2. Vanishing
    3. A Stranger

    Side C
    1. The Outsider
    2. Crimes
    3. The Nurse Who Loved Me

    Side D
    1. Pet
    2. Lullaby
    3. Gravity”

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  • A Kiss Before Dying’s Brodie Climer Injured In Gasket Mosh Pit, Benefit Shirts Launched

    A Kiss Before Dying guitarist Brodie Climer ended up with facial fractures after moshing during Gasket‘s June 27 show in Toledo, OH. As such, two benefit shirts have been launched, including one from A Kiss Before Dying and one from Gasket.

    A Kiss Before Dying said the following:

    “Our guitarist brodie is straight STUPID and got hit in the head during Gasket last night during epic breakdown.

    He has 3 fractures in his face, a black eye, and needs plastic surgery pretty relatively immediately

    We are unable to rip the last 4 shows of this tour, hoping to pick back up in about a week and a half with even more scene”

    Gasket also commented:

    “A MEMBER OF THE GASKET DANCE TEAM @BRODIEGUY_ UNFORTUNATELY GOT HIS FACE FUCKED UP CRAZY STYLE WHILE MOSHING TO OUR SET IN TOLEDO OHIO LAST WEEK

    HIS BAND @AKISSBEFOREDYING_ HAD TO CANCEL THE REST OF THE TOUR THEY WERE ON AND NOW HE NEEDS SURGERY TO UNFUCK HIS FACE

    THESE SHIRTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PRESALE NOW UNTIL SUNDAY NIGHT FOR $20 AND WILL BE SHIPPED ASAP WITH ALL OF THE PROFITS GOING TO BRODIE“

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  • Gojira To Release 10th Anniversary Vinyl Pressing Of “Magma” In November

    Gojira will be releasing a 10th anniversary vinyl edition of “Magma” on November 13. Limited edition pressings of the album can be pre-ordered through Brooklyn Vegan, Revolver, and Veeps.

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  • Ilan Rubin (Foo Fighters) Hit With New Accusations Amid Q Drum Co. Legal Battle

    According to RadarOnline.com, Ilan Rubin (Foo Fighters, ex-Nine Inch Nails) has been accused of trying to gain control over Q Drum Co., the drum company he launched with the late Jeremy Berman. The allegations were part of a cross-complaint from Berman’s significant other Brandi Booth, who serves as the executor and sole beneficiary of his estate.

    The legal papers, which were filed in San Bernardino Superior Court, claim Rubin attempted to take over the business following Berman’s death. However, Booth says she was granted her late partner’s 51% ownership interest through the estate.

    Despite this, she alleges that Rubin ignored her authority, seized company assets, manipulated financial records, etc. She also accused Rubin of selling company property without permission or sharing accounting details, taking over Berman’s email and financial accounts, withholding company books and records, manipulating tax filings, letting company tax obligations and SBA loans lapse, and obtaining federal trademark registrations.

    She also claims Rubin and an associate named Roger Ko improperly took over funds from a GoFundMe for Berman’s family. She went on to accuse them of making false and misleading comments about her authority. The complaint also included claims of breach of fiduciary duty, breach of contract, unjust enrichment, fraud and civil conspiracy. Booth is currently seeking compensatory damages, restitution, punitive damages, and other relief. She is also asking for a trial by jury.

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  • Jello Biafra Returns To The Stage Following Hemorrhagic Stroke

    On June 27, former Dead Kennedys singer Jello Biafra returned to the stage during the Tentacle Fest in San Francisco, CA. The frontman hosted the event and also joined Wheelchair Sports Camp for a live performance of their song “Make It Make Sense.“ You can see footage of that below. This news comes after he suffered a hemorrhagic stroke earlier this year. Alternative Tentacles commented:

    “Not only was TentacleFest was an amazing show, it also featured the return of Jello Biafra to the stage! Check out this clip of Jello coming out to sing “Make It Make Sense” with Wheelchair Sport Camp! Thank you to Crisis Actor for the clip! Huge thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate all things Alternative Tentacles with us! Thank you to the amazing Great American Music Hall for hosting us. Huge thank you to our amazing bands Wheelchair Sports Camp, Death Hymn Number Nine, Voodoo 5, Vic Bondi And His Issues, and Crisis Actor for their incredible performances! Where should we have the next one?”

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  • Royale Lynn Premieres “Altar” Music Video

    Royale Lynn has released a new single titled “Altar.” The track was co-written by Cody Quistad (Wage War) and a music video for it can be found below:

    In other news, Lynn also has a summer tour booked. Here’s the dates for that run:

    With Memphis May Fire:

    07/09 Knoxville, TN – The Mill & Mine
    07/11 Albany, NY – Empire Live
    07/12 Portland, ME – Aura
    07/14 Rochester, NY – Anthology
    07/15 McKees Rocks, PA – Roxian Theatre
    07/16 Annapolis, MD – Rams Head On Stage (Royale Lynn only)
    07/19 Louisville, KY – Headliners Music Hall

    With Kingdom Collapse:

    07/21 Springfield, MO – The Regency Live
    07/23 St. Louis, MO – Blueberry Hill Duck Room
    07/24 Des Moines, IA – xBk Live
    07/25 Menahga, MN – Mid Summer Music Festival

    With MVSSIE:

    07/26 Madison, WI – High Noon Saloon
    07/28 Chicago, IL – Beat Kitchen
    07/30 Saginaw, MI – The Vault
    08/01 Mattawa, ON – Anderson Event Park (Royale Lynn only)
    08/02 Ottawa, ON – Club SAW
    08/05 Toronto, ON – The Drake Underground
    08/06 London, ON – Rum Runners
    08/07 Watertown, NY – Maggie’s on the River
    08/09 Columbus, OH – The Summit Music Hall
    08/11 Philadelphia, PA – Kung Fu Necktie
    08/12 Lowell, MA – Taffeta

    With Pretty Pink:

    08/14 Lynchburg, VA – Super Rad Arcade Bar
    08/15 Raleigh, NC – Kings
    08/16 Gainesville, FL – Heartwood Soundstage
    08/18 Winter Park, FL – Conduit
    08/19 Tampa, FL – The Orpheum
    08/21 Mobile, AL – Soul Kitchen
    08/22 Little Rock, AR – Sticky Fingerz Chicken Shack
    08/23 Oklahoma City, OK – Resonant Head
    08/25 Houston, TX – The Secret Group
    08/26 Dallas, TX – TX Tea Room
    08/27 San Antonio, TX – Paper Tiger

    With Hollow Pact:

    08/29 Albuquerque, NM – Revel – Backstage
    08/30 Phoenix, AZ – Valley Bar
    09/01 Los Angeles, CA – Moroccan Lounge (Royale Lynn only)
    09/03 Henderson, NV – Grey Witch
    09/05 Denver, CO – Lost Lake Lounge
    10/17 Nashville, TN – Ceremony Festival (Royale Lynn only)

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  • Watch Queens Of The Stone Age Perform “Run, Pig, Run” And “The Fun Machine Took A Shit And Died” For The First Time In Years

    During Queens Of The Stone Age’s June 29 show at the Strawberry Arena in Solna, Sweden, the band played “Run, Pig, Run” for the first time since 2008 and “The Fun Machine Took A Shit And Died” for the first time since 2014. You can check out some fan-filmed footage of those tracks below:

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  • As I Lay Dying Add Two More Dates To “Shadows Are Security” 20th Anniversary U.S. Tour

    As I Lay Dying have added two more dates to their “Shadows Are Security” 20th anniversary U.S. tour. Kill The Lights and The Curse Within will open. Here’s the updated schedule:

    11/18 Santa Cruz, CA – Catalyst
    11/19 Berkeley, CA – Cornerstone
    11/20 Roseville, CA – Goldfield Trading Post
    11/21 Los Angeles, CA – The Whisky
    11/22 Phoenix, AZ – Crescent Ballroom
    11/24 Tucson, AZ – 191 Toole
    11/25 Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theater
    11/27 Corpus Christi, TX – House Of Rock
    11/28 Dallas, TX – Trees
    11/29 Austin, TX – Come And Take It Live
    12/01 Denver, CO – The Federal
    12/02 Colorado Springs, CO – Black Sheep

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  • Xentrix Announce New Album “Allied With The Enemy”

    Xentrix have announced a new album titled “Allied With The Enemy.” The effort will be released later this year via Listenable Records.

    “Allied With The Enemy” Track Listing:

    01. “Rip Saw”
    02. “Allied With The Enemy”
    03. “Killer Unknown”
    04. “On Burned Remains”
    05. “Nil By Mouth”
    06. “Doomsday Hook”
    07. “The Dark Eternal”
    08. “Where The Madness Lies”
    09. “Snake In Waiting”
    10. “No Bridges Left To Burn”
    11. “We Drink The Same Poison” (bonus track)

    Tour Dates:

    With Nervosa:

    11/18 Bradford, UK – Nightrain
    11/19 Manchester, UK – Academy 3
    11/21 Dublin, IRE – Opium
    11/22 Belfast, IRE – Limelight 2
    11/24 Glasgow, UK – Audio
    11/25 Nottingham, UK – Rescue Rooms
    11/26 Cardiff, UK – Clwb Ifor Bach
    11/28 London, UK – Downstairs at the Dome
    11/29 Southampton, UK – The 1865

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  • Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Announce New “Women In Metal” Exhibit Featurette

    The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame will be highlighting women in the hard rock and metal scene with a new exhibit featurette called “Women In Metal: You Will Know My Name.” The display will open on July 10 and it will feature artifacts from Lita Ford, Lzzy Hale (Halestorm), Alissa White-Gluz (DragonForce, ex-Arch Enemy),Taylor Momsen (The Pretty Reckless), Courtney LaPlante (Spiritbox), and more.

    Curator Haley Cronin commented:

    “Women have been pivotal influencers and changemakers in the metal genre since its inception. We are excited to tell the stories of those women who stand firmly and courageously at the forefront of innovation and acceptance, and through their raw power pave the way for all girls who just want to rock.”

    Hale added:

    “I’m so proud to be a part of the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame’s ‘Women In Metal’ exhibit. I’m honored to stand next to my sisters of scream. These women have set me on fire and helped shape this genre. Together, we are creating a space to shine, be loud, and carve a path for the next generation to follow, like our foremothers inspired us. Raise your horns and come celebrate with me on July 10th!”

    The opening ceremony on July 10 will feature an acoustic set from Hale and her Halestorm bandmate Joe Hottinger. Storms Within, MAXILLA, and Reign Of Z will perform as well. Tickets can be found HERE.

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