• Vitriol Frontman Kyle Rasmussen Set To Return Home Following Successful Crowdfunding Campaign

    As previously reported, guitarist Keith Merrow, bassist Brett Leier, and drummer Andy Vincenzetti recently exited Vitriol and abandoned vocalist Kyle Rasmussen at a gas station. The frontman then decided to launch a GoFundMe in an effort to get himself, his girlfriend, and their dog back home. That campaign proved to be a success with $10,869 raised.

    Rasmussen said the following:

    “Hello, everyone. Maggie and I have been beyond moved by the response to our GoFundMe. I set our initial goal at 2.5k, hoping to only make it home. After being donated 4x that amount, we will be able to purchase an affordable used car, rather than throwing money away on a cross-country rental. This is beyond helpful, as we are a carless household. We have plenty to keep us safe and comfortable. Any additional donations will be put toward paying off debts from this tour; merch, RV, management, and PR fees. Thank you very, very much. We are out of crisis.

    With deep love and appreciation,

    Ghost, Maggie, and Kyle“

    He also commented further in a new video:

    “Hello, everyone. Here we are in a beautiful, thriving, Redwood, New York — or Vermont — I suppose, it’s all in the eyes of the beholder. I have good news for anyone who is interested in seeing Maggie, Ghost, and myself, make it home safely. The outpouring of support has been beyond overwhelming. I know that might sound like a tired thing to say, but I don’t know what else to say.

    If any of you are wondering why we weren’t just getting a train, or a bus home, you’re looking at it. We have about three weeks worth of merchandise loosely smashed into this Jeep, which is the largest vehicle that Hertz had available for us. I have all my equipment, all of our luggage. With that being said, we, of course, have our dog, which complicates things further.

    Massive, massive shout out to Felder’s Convenience. If you’re ever rolling through Redwood, New York on your way to Canada, check out Felder’s Convenience. They got deli, they got pizza, they got gas, they got cigarettes, they got coffee, they got everything you need. He even has an out-of-season ice cream shop, that he was kind enough after witnessing this whole snafu go down — he was kind enough to offer to keep all of our equipment and belongings safely in this building until we were able to come back and retrieve it. So MVP. Relying on the goodwill of people this entire time has been extremely humbling.

    That’s about it. We’re about to hit the road. The Maggie Ghost and Kyle tour begins now. We’re about to head to Chicago. And then after that, Denver, to kiss that beautiful Dave Otero on the mouth. I’m coming for you, buddy. Okay, give me more cocaine [mimics sniffing noises.]”

    He also added:

    “Ghost, Maggie and Ghost tour begins now. Thankyou to everyone who went above and beyond with their generosity. Maggie and I are perfectly secure and won’t have any issues making our way home. Any extra funds that remain after our journey home will go towards paying off various debts that Vitriol has been saddled with making this tour happen. The future not only looks bright for the three of us, but for Vitriol as well.

    You can’t kill what is already dead.

    I’m coming to smooch ya, @daveotero”

    [via The PRP]

  • Slaughter To Prevail’s Alex Terrible Covers Falling In Reverse’s “God Is A Weapon”

    Slaughter To Prevail frontman Alex Terrible has shared a video for his new cover of Falling In Reverse’s “God Is A Weapon.” You can check that out below:

  • Integrity, Internal Bleeding, And Master Added To 2026 Milwaukee Metal Fest

    Integrity, Internal Bleeding, and Master have been added to next year’s Milwaukee Metal Fest. That event will take place at The Rave/Eagles Ballroom in Milwaukee, WI on June 5-7. A pre-party is also being scheduled for June 4. Previously announced acts include: Acid Bath, Iron Reagan, Belushi Speed Ball, and Morta Skuld.

  • Ex-Dogma Singer Isa Roddy: “Despite My Creative, Vocal, And Conceptual Contributions, I Received No Compensation”

    Original Dogma singer Isa Roddy has come forward with her own allegations against the band’s management. According to her, she “received no compensation” for her “creative, vocal, and conceptual contributions.”

    Roddy said the following:

    “In the past few weeks, I’ve received numerous messages from fans and inquiries from media outlets asking about my connection with the band Dogma. Out of respect for those who follow my work, I feel this is the right moment to speak clearly and responsibly.

    Some already knew, but I was the first vocalist of the project and actively contributed to shaping its early artistic identity. I provided vocal lines, creative ideas, and aesthetic elements that helped define the character Lilith I, recognized by the audience. I believed in the project’s potential and invested my time, dedication, and personal financial resources, without ever receiving any return.

    Despite my commitment over two and a half years, certain circumstances did not align with my career expectations. As with many artistic projects, the environment and conditions eventually diverged from my professional vision. For that reason, I decided to step away in mid-2022.

    When contractual matters arose, I was informed that the only available document was a session musician agreement, meant solely for live performances. These performances never happened with me. In other words, despite my creative, vocal, and conceptual contributions, I received no compensation, and my audiovisual recordings were later used across multiple materials without my explicit authorization.

    Even after my departure in 2022, portions of my voice have continued, and still continue, to appear in live performances and released materials, including:

    • Father I Have Sinned – growls and backing vocals
    • My First Peak – backing vocals and signature vocalizations
    • Forbidden Zone – backing vocals
    • The Dark Messiah backing vocals, screams and final choir
    • Free Yourself screams
    • Pleasure From Pain – screams

    Additionally, the mask representing the character continues to be sold based on the shape of my face, which I designed during my direct involvement in developing the project’s visual identity.

    I also recorded full vocals for an EP that was never officially released but is still publicly accessible online. The videos for My First Peak and Forbidden Zone containing my full vocal and visual performance, were posted without my authorization, with another voice overlaid in the released versions.

    For those who appreciate these vocals, I can say confidently: they belong to me. They are part of my identity and remain with me. That same strength, technique, and versatility will now be fully present in my own project, created with artistic freedom and professional responsibility.

    Moving to Germany in 2021 was a turning point. I connected with experienced professionals in the music and creative industry, gained a deeper understanding of my rights, learned about contracts, and recognized the importance of protecting my identity and voice as an artist. This growth confirmed that leaving the project was necessary.

    Everything built during Lilith’s early phase reflects my dedication, study, and creative expression. But beyond any character, I am today an artist who wants to show my own face, my own voice, and my own truth, without masks or anonymity.

    I am entering a new chapter in my career: more intense and fully aligned with my vision. I want you to be part of this journey with me! Very soon, you’ll discover everything I’ve been creating with dedication and authenticity, and I promise, it will be worth following closely.

    Keep it heavy,

    Isa Roddy”

    This news comes after the band’s management quietly replaced singer Grace Jane Pasturini and guitarists Amber Maldonado and Patri Grief. Those musicians recently started working on a new project after accusing management of “manipulation,” “mistreatment,” and more. Other musicians have since come forward as well.

  • The Mars Volta Working On New Album

    The Mars Volta have entered the studio to work on their next album. The news was recently confirmed by producer Sylvia Massy. Further details are still pending.

  • Svalbard Announce Final European Tour

    Svalbard will be heading out on their final European tour in May 2026. Here’s the dates:

    05/01 Paris, FRA – Glazart
    05/02 Bochum, GER – Die Trompete
    05/03 Zurich, SWI – Dynamo Werk21
    05/04 Munich, GER – Feierwerk Kranhalle
    05/05 Vienna, AUT – Arena
    05/06 Berlin, GER – Neue Zukunft
    05/07 Copenhagen, DEN – A Colossal Weekend
    05/08 Hamburg, GER – MS Stubnitz
    05/09 Utrecht, NET – Ekko
    05/10 Bruges, BEL – Cactus

  • Papa Roach’s Canadian Shows Feature A “Truth Booth” With A Preview Of A New Song

    Papa Roach have been inviting fans to enter a “truth booth” amid their current Canadian tour. Fans that participate will also get a chance to hear a preview of a new song. The booth will be available at the following shows:

    11/28 Calgary, AB – Scotiabank Saddledome
    11/29 Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place
    12/02 Winnipeg, MB – Canada Live Centre
    12/05 Toronto, ON – Coca-Cola Coliseum

  • Slow Crush Announce May 2026 Scandinavian Tour

    Slow Crush have announced a May 2026 Scandinavian tour. Here’s the dates for that run:

    05/07 Copenhagen, DEN – TBA
    05/08 Jönköping, SWE – The Hush Hush Club
    05/09 Stockholm, SWE – Panik Fest
    05/10 Gothenburg, SWE – Monument
    05/12 Oslo, NOR – Goldie Club
    05/14 Vadsø, NOR – Valo Rock

  • My Chemical Romance Reveal Opening Acts For European/UK Tour

    My Chemical Romance have revealed the openers for the European/UK leg of “The Black Parade” tour. They include: Joan Jett, Sunny Day Real Estate, Echo & The Bunnymen, Mogwai, Skunk Anansie, Interpol, and Idlewild. Here’s the dates along with their individual openers:

    06/30 Liverpool, UK – Anfield Stadium (feat. Echo & The Bunnymen)
    07/04 Glasgow, UK – Bellahouston Park (feat. Idlewild)
    07/08 London, UK – Wembley Stadium (feat. Skunk Anansie)
    07/10 London, UK – Wembley Stadium (feat. Joan Jett)
    07/11 London, UK – Wembley Stadium (feat. Sunny Day Real Estate)
    07/15 Florence, ITA – Visarno Arena (feat. Interpol)
    07/18 Madrid, SPA – Iberdrola Music (feat. Mogwai)

  • Bayway, Shattered Realm, And Death Before Dishonor Announce Early 2026 Tour

    Bayway, Shattered Realm, and Death Before Dishonor have announced an early 2026 tour. Here’s the dates:

    01/16 West Nyack, NY – The Nyack Center
    01/17 Norfolk, VA – Taphouse
    01/18 Columbia, SC – The Spaze
    01/20 West Palm Beach, FL – Respectable Street
    01/21 Tampa, FL – Skatepark of Tampa
    01/22 Jacksonville, FL – Hard Love
    01/23 Nashville, TN – The ’58 at Eastside Bowl
    01/24 Atlanta, GA – Culture Shock
    01/25 Raleigh, NC – Kings
    01/26 Dunbar, WV – Live at the Shop
    01/27 Evansville, IN – Damsel Brew Pub
    01/28 Columbus, OH – Dirty Dungareese
    01/29 Pittsburgh, PA – Preserving Underground
    01/30 Buffalo, NY – Amvets Post 13
    01/31 Providence, RI – Alchemy
    02/01 Baltimore, MD – Metro Gallery