Metal Anarchy

  • Christian Metal Artist Magdalene Rose Faces Church Boycotts Over Her Music And Looks

    Magdalene Rose, a Christian metal singer, has been facing boycotts from churches over her heavy music and looks. The attacks on her have resulted in shows getting cancelled amid her tour with fellow Christian artists Seventh Day Slumber, Jason Dunn (Hawk Nelson), and Nate Parrish (Kutless).

    Rose said the following:

    “I don’t make many posts like this because I try my best to focus on the good things that are happening in my life, but it’s gotten to the point where I need to say something. When Blaise and I got on the bus last night after flying home from our anniversary trip, we found out that several churches have called and either asked for me to not to be on their shows, or they’ve completely canceled the show strictly based on the way I look and the music I play. The show on May 17th in Granbury, TX has canceled the entire show, and I can only hope the Y2K Reloaded Tour doesn’t get canceled because of me.”

    She later added:

    “I thought we were passed this guys but recently it feels like there’s been more calls coming in from promoters because their churches want me off the shows, or they just completely cancel the shows because of the way I dress or the way my music sounds. Not one has offered to speak with me or tried to understand why I create music the way I do.

    Sorry for the long post, but someone has to say something. For the churches that are willing to try something that they may not be used to, thank you for taking a chance on us and for doing whatever it takes to show people that God has not forgotten them.”

    Seventh Day Slumber also commented:

    “This breaks our hearts. Not only is Magdalene Rose someone Lori and I have known since she was a little girl, but she is also our daughter-in-law. I’ve dealt with this for many years, but it’s different when it’s your kids.”

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  • Experience Confirm They Have Parted Ways With Brady Ebert

    As previously reported, former Turnstile guitarist Brady Ebert was recently arrested on charges of attempted second degree murder and first degree assault after running a car into William Yates, the father of the group’s singer Brendan Yates. Despite this, his new project, Experience, said they were planning to move forward with the release of their “Stay Present” EP. However, they have since clarified that Ebert is no longer a member of the band.

    Experience said the following:

    “We want to follow up on our last post because we know it left some questions.
    There’s a difference between acknowledging what Brady meant to us and excusing what happened. What he did is fucked up. Plain and simple.

    This situation has been heavy and hard to process. We’ve been struggling to even find the words for it. We spent months building this record together, putting everything into it, and then one decision changed everything.

    Brady is no longer a member of this band.

    We also want to be clear that we didn’t want to make any public statement about that without him knowing first. Right now, he isn’t allowed visitors or phone calls, so we haven’t been able to have that conversation.

    At the center of all of this are real people dealing with real trauma, especially the Yates family. That’s what matters most.

    Our connection with Brady was rooted in trying to support growth and mental health, which makes this even harder to sit with.

    We’re still processing all of this. We’re trying to move forward in a way that’s honest and doesn’t pretend any of this is okay.”

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  • Sanctuary Sign With BLKIIBLK, Premiere New Song “Not Of The Living”

    Sanctuary have signed with Frontiers Label Group’s imprint BLKIIBLK. With this news, the group have also released a new single titled “Not Of The Living.” A lyric video for that track can be found below:

    Members of the band had the following to say:

    Guitarist Lenny Rutledge:

    “Sanctuary is really excited to sign with BLKIIBLK. We are looking forward to working with our new team to bring future Sanctuary music to metal fans all over the world!”

    Vocalist Joseph Michael:

    “The band and I are very happy to announce our partnership with heavy metal’s preeminent record label BLKIIBLK! We hope you enjoy this new chapter in the history of Sanctuary. We look forward to bringing you new music while also honoring the past.”

    Drummer Dave Budbill:

    “Very stoked to be signing with such a kick-ass metal label. Sanctuary is back!”

    Mike Gitter, global head of A&R for Frontiers Label Group and BLKIIBLK head, added:

    “We’re excited to be working with Sanctuary. Already a legendary band, in 2026, they’re building upon that legend and taking it one step further. When [European head of A&R] Aldo Lonobile and I heard the songs, they had begun recording for their first full-length since their last full-length ‘The Year The Sun Died’ [2014], it was clear, Sanctuary were back making some of the most vital music of their career. Vocalist Joseph Michael (Witherfall) has stepped in for the late Warrell Dane (Nevermore) and carried the ball magnificently. Lenny Rutledge (Sanctuary founding guitarist) is not only taking Sanctuary’s legacy forward, but it already feels like he’s intent on exceeding it.”

    In other news, Sanctuary also have the following dates booked:

    04/18 Vancouver, BC – Hyperspace Metal Festival
    04/22 Athens, GRE – Piraeus Club Academy
    04/24 Geiselwind, GER – Keep It True
    04/25 Drachten, NET – Iduna
    04/26 Hamburg, GER – Logo
    04/28 London, UK – The Underworld
    04/29 Kortrijk, BEL – Dvg Club
    05/01 Zoetermeer, NET – Boerderij
    05/02 Andernach Rheinland-Pfalz, GER – Andernach Metal Days
    08/16 Seattle, WA – Soldiers Of Steel
    08/22 Mexico City, MEX – TBA
    08/23 Mexico City, MEX – TBA
    08/25 Lima, Peru, MEX – TBA
    08/27 Concepcion, CHL – TBA
    08/28 Santiago, CHL – TBA
    08/29 Buenos Aires, ARG – TBA
    08/30 São Paulo, BRA – TBA
    08/18 Madison, WI- Blades Of Steel

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  • Dogstar Premiere “Joy” Video

    Dogstar, the project featuring actor Keanu Reeves (“The Matrix”, “John Wick”, etc.) on bass, have premiered a new video for their new song “Joy.” This track is from the band’s new album, “All In Now,” which will be released on May 29. Guitarist/vocalist Bret Domrose commented:

    “Where does ‘Joy’ begin? It begins with ethereal, dreamy reverb guitar that sets a tone. I bought a new guitar — a vintage Gibson ES335 Hollow Body that I brought in. It gave us some new tones to explore and opened a new avenue for us to explore.”

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  • Love Rarely Premiere “Haunted” Music Video

    Love Rarely have premiered a new video for their new song “Haunted.” This track is from the band’s newly released album “Pain Travels.”

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  • AngelMaker Announce Summer Canadian Tour With Ingested And Disfiguring The Goddess

    AngelMaker have announced a Canadian tour. Ingested and Disfiguring The Goddess will open.

    Tour Dates:

    07/31 Red Deer, AB – Bo’s
    08/01 Edmonton, AB – Starlite Room
    08/02 Grand Prairie, AB – Better Than Fred’s
    08/04 Saskatoon, SK – Coors Event Centre
    08/05 Winnipeg, MB – Park Theatre
    08/07 North Bay, ON – North Bay Granite Club
    08/08 Windsor, ON – Scarehouse Windsor
    08/09 Toronto, ON – Lee’s Palace
    08/11 St. Catherines, ON – Warehouse Concert Hall
    08/12 Ottawa, ON – Overflow Brewing Company.
    08/13 Montreal, QC – Fairmount Theatre
    08/14 Quebec City, QC – La Source De La Martinière
    08/15 Moncton, NB – Xeroz Arcade Bar
    08/16 Halifax, NS – The Seahorse
    08/18 Sherbrooke, QC – Le Murdoch
    08/21 Thunder Bay, ON – Black Pirates Pub
    08/23 Regina, SK- The Exchange
    08/25 Calgary, AB – Dicken’s
    08/26 Nelson, BC – The Royal
    08/27 Kelowna, BC – Revelry
    08/28 Vancouver, BC – The Rickshaw
    08/29 Victoria, BC – Lucky Bar (AngelMaker only)
    08/30 Courtenay, BC Comox Valley Curling Centre (AngelMaker only)

    AngelMaker commented:

    “OH CANADA! We’re beyond excited to finally announce the Canadian Heritage Tour with our friends in Ingested and Disfiguring the Goddess. We are also thrilled to be playing with a number of talented local Canadian bands along the way. This is the tour that our Canadian fans have been waiting for patiently, and we appreciate you all.

    We are playing Canada exclusively for a month of timbits, eating poutine, ketchup chips, and a wholesome, Canadian time. Also be sure to come by the merch table for this run for some exclusive Canadian-themed designs.

    This is not one to miss.”

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  • Splitview Premiere “Glare” Video

    Splitview have premiered a new video for their new song “Glare.” This track is from the band’s newly released EP “Believe You’ll Be Alright.” Vocalist Erik Brozska said the following about the single:

    “There’s a lot of self-reflection in this track, notes of heartbreak, questioning faith, not feeling safe in the world, etc. It really became a compilation of the effects of personal issues and worldwide problems. You can say the lyrics are about a personal relationship, your relationship with religion, your own mental state; there are a lot of ways that a listener can take this song in, and I love that.”

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  • Ex-Mushroomhead Vocalist Jeffrey Nothing To Release New Album “20SICK” This Fall, Announces Summer U.S. Tour

    Former Mushroomhead vocalist Jeffrey Nothing has announced a new album titled “20SICK.” The effort is expected to be released this fall. With this news, the singer has also announced a summer U.S. tour.

    Tour Dates:

    With DieHumane & October Noir:

    07/25 Houston, TX – BFE Rock Club

    With October Noir:

    07/28 Jackson, MS – Hal & Mal’s (Red Room)
    07/29 New Orleans, LA – Southport Music Hall
    07/30 Destin, FL – Club LA
    08/01 Winter Park, FL – Conduit
    08/02 Tampa, FL – Orpheum

    With Dizazterpiece:

    08/05 Spartanburg, SC – Ground Zero
    08/06 Richmond, VA – Ember Music Hall
    08/07 Clifton, NJ – Dingbatz
    08/08 Harrisburg, PA – Capital City Music Hall
    08/09 Rochester, NY – Photo City Music Hall
    08/12 West Chicago, IL – WC Social Club
    08/13 Iowa City, IA – Wildwood
    08/14-16 Kansas City, MO – Crypticon Horror Convention (no Dizazterpiece)
    08/18 Omaha, NE – Reverb Lounge
    08/19 Madison, WI – High Noon Saloon
    08/20 Cadillac, MI – The Venue Event Center
    08/21 Cleveland, OH – The Foundry
    08/22 Baltimore, MD – Zen West
    08/23 Bristol, PA – Broken Goblet Brewing
    08/25 Providence, RI – Alchemy
    08/26 Manchester, NH – Bungalow Bar & Grill

    Nothing commented:

    “2026 is going to be wild! I will be heading out on the road starting in July. I’ll be sharing the stage with our buddies in October Noir and Dizasterpiece, as well as with DieHumane on July 25th in Houston. There WILL be West Coast and Central leg, so be patient. I will be playing my solo material, some Shroom deep cuts, as well as a few songs from my upcoming record, “202SICK,” that will be out later this year.

    The album was produced and composed by Joshua Vargas and mixed/mastered by Ulrich Wild, blending the experimental DNA of early Mushroomhead with a heavier, more abstract sonic edge.

    The record will also feature co-vocal appearances from:

    The End (known for collaborations on “A Thousand Years” and “The Outage”)
    Hated Stranger, a mysterious masked vocalist

    Both guest vocalists are set to appear live on select dates throughout the tour.

    Live band:

    Jeffrey Nothing — Lead Vocals
    Gozer Butler — Bass
    Cletus Demetus — Guitar
    Mangy James — Lead Guitar
    Paul T. Giest — Keys & Samples
    Kross Patrick — Drums

    This is the culmination of an 8 year journey. I’m very excited to get back out there and see everyone. Mushroomhead has what I believe to be the best fans in the world and I can’t wait to rock their faces again.

    The new record started out as what I believed at the time may be the last record I ever put out on this earth and has turned into a new chapter that I’m very excited about. My songwriting partner and I have been recording non-stop over the last year. It has the experimental nature of the early Shroom stuff while, at times, being heavier than anything Shroom ever did. This is a true expression of who I am as an artist.

    I’d like to thank Ulrich Wild and WURMgroup for releasing it for me, as well as Michelle at Satellite Touring for putting the tour together for me.

    See you guys on the road!”

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  • Pain Of Truth Working On New Music With Producer Will Putney

    Pain Of Truth have been working on new material with producer Will Putney (Fit For An Autopsy). The band said the following about that:

    “We have been in the studio with @willputney for the past two weeks. The last couple days have been very hard for us and for so many people in our community that we love and care about. We are grateful that we’ve all happened to be together through such an incredibly tough time. We would like you all to know that this band will always be a family and a support system not only for us, but for anyone who needs a place to turn. We will always be here for any person that feels they need somewhere to go. There is nothing more important than loving your friends, your family, and your community, and we love you all.”

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  • Former Anthrax Singer John Bush Shares “Random Acts Of Senseless Violence” Live Video

    Ex-Anthrax singer John Bush has shared footage of “Random Acts Of Senseless Violence” from his December 13 show at the Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood, CA. That concert was part of a series of shows celebrating his era of Anthrax. The sets found the frontman joined by his Armored Saint bandmate Joey Vera (bass) and his Category 7 bandmates Phil Demmel (guitar), Mike Orlando (guitar), and Jason Bittner (drums). Bush commented:

    “Stoked to release this song from the first show I did in my hometown of Los Angeles celebrating the songs from my era in Anthrax. Can’t wait to play this song as well as many others from the four records I made with them at the Milwaukee Metal Fest.”

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