• Tarja Turunen (Ex-Nightwish) Shares Music Video For New Song “I Don’t Care” Featuring Dani Filth (Cradle Of Filth)

    Tarja Turunen (ex-Nightwish) has premiered a new video for her new song “I Don’t Care.” The track, which features Dani Filth (Cradle Of Filth), is from her new album, “Frisson Noir,” which will be released on June 12. Turunen commented:

    “I always believed in my dreams, and I have never allowed anyone to direct my life choices. I don’t necessarily fit in, but I don’t care. I have always admired how Dani has created a brand and image for his band Cradle of Filth, and for himself, that stand out from the rest. I truly believe he is perfect for this song, where I praise individualism and simply don’t give a shit about what others have to say.”

  • SUMAC Announce Canadian Shows

    SUMAC have announced three Canadian shows. Here’s the dates:

    06/04 Victoria, BC – Otherguise
    06/05 Vancouver, BC – Cobalt
    06/06 Kelowna, BC – Jackknife

  • Quicksand Tease New Song “Get To It”

    Quicksand have shared a teaser for a new song titled “Get To It.” That track and another single, reportedly titled “Regenerate,” are expected to debut on April 23. A new album, titled “Bring On The Psychics,” is rumored to follow on July 17.

  • Koyo Premiere “You Hate Me” Music Video

    Koyo have premiered a new video for their new song “You Hate Me.” This track is from their new album, “Barely Here,” which will be released on May 8.

  • Glare, Glixen, And Midrift Announce European/UK Tour

    Glare, Glixen, and Midrift have announced a European/UK tour. Here’s the dates:

    06/19 Paris, FRA – Les Étoiles
    06/21 Bristol, UK – The Exchange
    06/23 London, UK – The Underworld
    06/24 Nottingham, UK – The Bodega
    06/25 Leeds, UK – Bloom
    06/26 Glasgow, UK – Stereo
    06/28 Manchester, UK – Outbreak Festival

  • Slomosa Announce Fall European Tour

    Slomosa have announced a fall European tour. Here’s the dates:

    09/23 Larnaca, CYP – Savino Live
    09/25 Athens, GRE – Arch Club
    09/26 Thessonliki, GRE – 8ball Club
    09/27 Sofia, BUL – Pave Club
    09/29 Novi Sad, SRB – SKCNS Fabrika
    09/30 Zagreb, CRO – Vintage Industrial Bar
    10/01 Ljubljana, SLO – Gala Hala
    10/05 Grenoble, FRA – L’Ampérage
    10/06 Milan, ITA – Legend Club
    10/07 Roma, ITA – Traffic
    10/09 Munich, GER – Keep It Low Festival

  • The Sword, Red Fang, And Spoon Benders Announce U.S. Tour

    The Sword, Red Fang, and Spoon Benders have announced an August U.S. tour. Here’s the dates:

    08/07 Dallas, TX – Bomb Factory
    08/08 Austin, TX – Radio East
    08/09 Oklahoma City, OK – Tower Theatre
    08/11 Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theater
    08/12 Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren
    08/14 Las Vegas, NV – House Of Blues
    08/15 San Diego, CA – The Sound
    08/16 Santa Ana, CA – The Osbervatory
    08/18 Los Angeles, CA – The Dona
    08/19 San Francisco, CA – The Regency Ballroom
    08/21 Seattle, WA – Showbox SoDo
    08/22 Portland, OR – Roseland Ballroom
    08/24 Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory
    08/25 Boise, ID – Knitting Factory
    08/27 Salt Lake City, UT – The Grand @ The Complex
    08/28 Denver, CO – Mission Ballroom

  • Darkest Hour Re-Sign With MNRK Heavy, Plan To Begin Recording New Album In May

    Darkest Hour have re-signed with MNRK Heavy. With this news, the band also revealed that they will begin the recording process for their new album in May.

    Guitarist Mike Schleibaum said the following:

    “The idea of working with [producer Mark Lewis] is extremely exciting. He’s been a part of many very successful and legendary metal records, and having his input and vision on all this is going to be important to making this very special album, unique, classic, and perfect!”

    Lewis continued:

    “I’m extremely stoked to finally get in the studio with my old friends in Darkest Hour. Something that has been talked about for ages is happening at the right time. This album will crush!”

    Schleibaum added:

    “I’m in love with how this record is so thrashy and aggressive, while still maintaining that core melody we are so known for. It’s like the best combination of all the Darkest Hour albums into one, and it’s such a joy to watch all of it come together. The chemistry of the band is on fire right now, with everyone bringing something unique and special to the table. The guitar solos are next level; the band’s drumming & rhythm section is just locked in insanely tight, and I’m really excited about where John took everything lyrically this time. Truly something special and magic in these songs.”

    Vocalist John Henry also commented:

    “It may seem that after 30+ years and 10 albums, it could be hard to find the inspiration to create something fresh and new feeling, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth with this album. In an era where art feels threatened by technology, the answer for us was to keep it as organic as possible, and you can hear it.

    This is the sound of five friends getting together and collaboratively creating, and maybe most importantly, having fun while we do it. Putting these songs together made me feel like I’m 15 again. For me, it’s the perfect balance of new and classic DH, and having Mark Lewis, who produces some of our favorite modern metal music, on board is exciting beyond words. Really can’t wait for the world to hear this!”

  • Monolord Premiere New Song “Oozing Wound”

    Monolord have premiered a new song titled “Oozing Wound.” This track is from the band’s new album, “Neverending,” which will be released on May 29. Vocalist/guitarist Thomas Jäger commented:

    “It’s the first song we’ve done in a drop tuning. We usually play in B, but ‘Oozing Wound,’ ‘You Bastard,’ and ‘It’s Neverending’ are all drop A. Except for one part, ‘Oozing Wound’ is almost the same riff all the way through. It’s repetitive, but we do different stuff with it, like remove the guitar and have just bass and drums in parts and then remove rhythm guitar when I play the solo melody. The lyrics are about being stuck on a bad road, feeling trapped with someone who takes advantage of you.”