As previously reported, Vio-lence frontman Sean Killian recently made headlines after claiming that ex-guitarist Phil Demmel tried to get him to shelve the band. Now, Demmel has issued a statement to clarify those comments.
Demmel said the following:
“I asked Sean to end the band with me, then perform the material as solo act as I felt the rapid turnover of the band wasn’t something I wanted to be involved with. When he told me he didn’t want to, I didn’t ask again. It was a request, not a demand.
For my last few years of my time in Vio, Sean was doing the scheduling/ booking, I wasn’t making any band decisions. He’d ask me if I was available to play and I was able to cherry-pick the gigs I wanted/could do until it was time for me to stop. I was in no way ‘controlling’ the band or making unilateral band decisions (except maybe getting [former Fear Factory bassist] Christian [Olde Wolbers] on board to fill in) that I can recall. Sean and I decided on things together.
Vio-lence is forging ahead as am I. Can everyone else?”
Haken have parted ways with guitarist Charlie Griffiths and bassist Conner Green. The band commented:
“It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the departure of Charlie Griffiths and Conner Green from Haken. We are tremendously grateful for the time we’ve spent together, creating music and touring the world, achieving things we thought weren’t possible. Both Charlie and Conner are irreplacable, as musicians and individuals, and they have given so much to make this band what it is today. We cannot thank them enough, but we wish them all the best with any future endeavours. They will always be a part of the Haken family. New music coming this year.”
Massacre have revealed that they are planning to re-record the “Death By Metal” demo from Kam Lee’s pre-Death band Mantas. The group are also set to perform the effort in full at Kill-Town Death Fest XI, which will be held on September 3-6 at Pumpehuset in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Kill-Town Death Fest XI organizers commented:
“We are beyond elated to announce that Kam Lee and Massacre will be performing the Mantas ‘Death By Metal’ demo for the very first time ever! Besides being the first performance of this legendary material that lead the way for the formation of Death, it will be the only performance worldwide for all of 2026! This will be a historical moment in death metal history, so be sure not to miss out!”
Lee added:
“I’m extremely proud of the material we’ve created. Throughout my career, I’ve consistently felt proud of the legacy and music that Mantas and Death produced. These songs hold a significant place in the history and culture of death metal’s origins. I appreciate the collaborative work we accomplished and recognize it as a substantial part of my legacy, similar to those who contributed to its creation.
As Massacre brings these classics to the forefront, our objective is to pay homage to this material through live performances and re-recordings, thus securing its lasting impact.
I’m cognizant that my perspective won’t be universally shared, and some individuals may hold unfavorable opinions. However, I don’t invest time in trying to alter the opinions of those with preconceived notions about me, deeming it an exercise in futility. My primary focus is on showcasing this material in a positive light, leveraging the expertise of top-notch musicians to execute these songs impeccably.
As always I thank my fans and those who have supported me throughout my journey all these years. Thank you!”
Ted Nugent recently decided to take aim at several left-leaning artists during a “Talk Music With Uncle Ted” video that was released amid his “Spirit Campfire” series. The clip finds the far-right rocker making pointed comments about Tom Morello (Rage Against The Machine, Audioslave), Green Day, Jack White (The White Stripes), and Eminem.
Nugent said the following:
“The guy in The White Stripes, I can’t think of his name, but he played the halftime show with Eminem for the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving. A big deal. …Don’t they always lose? The Lions are a football team in Detroit, by the way…
Jack White, is that his name? Jack White. No, I think The White Stripes, is that his name? Anyhow, he was great. It wasn’t like a 10 like Sammy Hagar or James Brown. I think Sammy Hagar and James Brown and Steven Tyler, those are tens. Angus Young of AC/DC, that’s a 10. The guy’s a maniac. Billy Gibbons in the blues, rhythm, and blues, soul music category, he’s a 10.
Now, is that his name, Jack White? Jack White, he’s not a 10. He’s like a four and a five, but he really delivered real rock and roll. Real Detroit piss and vinegar. And Eminem, the guy’s a… Both of those guys, Eminem and Jack White: total idiots.
They don’t want their country to have secure borders. They think men should destroy women’s sports. Well, that’s not… that’s exactly what they stand for. When you hate Donald Trump, you you want men in women’s sports to destroy women’s rights. That’s what these guys stand for. They don’t think our border should be secured. They think we should invite jihadists in who announce they want to kill the infidels. They announce they want to kill Americans. And Jack White and Eminem say, ‘Yeah, that bring them in. Bring those guys in.’ Freak idiots.
But their music is soulful. Just like Green Day. Green Day, there’s not a brain amongst them, I don’t think. But man, can they play really, really killer stuff. Like Tom Morello, Is that his name? Tom Morel? Morello, who played with Springsteen and Rage Against The Machine., when actually they are the machine. Come on Tom, you got to know that. You’re not raging against the machine. You are the machine.
They don’t believe that America should have secure borders, which means they don’t believe in America. Which means they want to have a great successful life in America, but they don’t think you should be able to have one. Hey, Tom, come on my show. Explain… make your case. Good luck.”
Despite throwing shade at the above mentioned artists, Nugent did take some time to praise Yungblud. He said the following about the British artist:
“Now, I got to tell you this, what’s this Yungblud guy? Limey freak madness. This guy’s the real McCoy. Watch this Yungblud that’s working with [Aerosmith’s] Stephen Tyler and Joe Perry. It gives you hope that the really piss and vinegar, the James Brown, the original Chuck Berry, Little Richard is alive and well and this kid called Yungblud. What a great name, Yungblud from England. He’s a screamer. He’s a squaller. I was texting back and forth with Steve and Joe and he said, ‘This guy’s just like us.’ which we’re the last of them.”
Slaughter To Prevail’s Alex Terrible has taken to social media to dispel the notion that he is tough guy. The vocalist, whose been known to wrestle bears, engage in bare knuckle fights, etc. claims he is “a very kind, sensitive, and open person.”
Terrible said the following:
“I often read comments on the internet. You can’t take that away from me. I’m genuinely interested in what people write about our music under our reels. And very often I see comments saying that we play boring music, that it’s just breakdowns and not enough melody. I’m used to that. Everyone has different musical tastes, and many people don’t understand that we play a specific genre. At the same time, we don’t want to put any boundaries on our creativity — we just do what we like. And if you don’t like our music, or anyone else’s, it doesn’t mean it’s bad. It simply means it’s not for you.
Then I started noticing that people often write that they think it’s poser shit or “gay bullshit” that I made an fake scar, that I’m trying to look tougher than I really am. I want to explain this moment. I treat my appearance the same way I treat my art. I play with it and experiment. I want to look “cool” on stage, like a character from some video game. I’m a kid playing with his toy. It has nothing to do with my everyday real life. Listen, guys. Most of you who write that I’m trying to look tough don’t do what I do, and never will, because you don’t have the guts.
You didn’t live the life I lived. You weren’t in the conditions I was in. And I’ve never been proud of that, and I’ve never said I’m better than someone because I lived through something and you didn’t. I’m from a very small settlement in Russia. When many of you were going to schools with basketball courts, I was huffing paint and lighter gas at abandoned construction sites. You probably don’t even understand what I’m talking about. But believe me — I’m a very kind, sensitive, and open person. I’m not tough. I’m very soft and naive. And I never pretend to be someone I’m not.
My scar is just decoration, like a tattoo. And if it somehow triggers you, ask yourself why. Maybe it’s your own insecurities, guys? When people tell me I’m trying to act tough, I answer: not at all. I cry when I watch dramas, and I’m afraid of literally everything in this world. I’m not tough. When people say I’m a fascist or a homophobe, I answer: absolutely not. I just have very dark humor. And maybe only people with a broad worldview and strict self-reflection can understand that. When people say I support genocide, I answer: absolutely not. I was fined and almost went to jail for my opinion.
But at the same time, I deeply value and love my home. It’s very easy to build an opinion about a person based on their words or their image on the internet. And that actually works in my favor — people talk about me and discuss me. Cool.”
Sleeping With Sirens singer Kellin Quinn and Oceano vocalist Adam Warren are featured on a new Cloudsight song titled “Dead Stars.” You can check that out below:
King 810 are previewing their upcoming live album/film “Live On Samhain 2 2025.” Two new videos from the set, “Ophiel welcomes YOU!” and “A New Prisoner Arrives,” can be found below. The film was recorded at The Crofoot In Pontiac, MI on November 1, 2025 and it can be pre-ordered HERE.
The White House recently released a new video to hype up the accomplishments of U.S. president and convicted felon Donald Trump. The clip was soundtracked by Linkin Park‘s “Somewhere I Belong” and quickly drew backlash from the band’s fans. According to Rock Feed, this led to a response from the group’s manager and marketer, Adam Ruehmer, who confirmed that their camp was “taking action.” As such, the clip has since been removed. This news comes after the band previously filed a cease and desist in 2020 after the Trump administration used “In The End“ without permission.
BIZARRE: So, an hour ago, the White House released a 21s video to set the tone for 2026: the theme is violence and weaponry (shark, bears, warships, state murder in the Caribbean, stealth jets, etc) as Trump struts in his office and enjoys golf. (But good music – Linkin Park). pic.twitter.com/Tw6OzOikbi
Vended, the band featuring Griffin Taylor and Simon Crahan, the sons of Slipknot’s Corey Taylor and M. Shawn “Clown” Crahan, have shared a new live video for “Nihilism.” You can check that out below. The clip was filmed during the band’s October 25, 2025 set at the MGM Music Hall in Boston, MA.
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