Metal Anarchy

  • Vulvodynia’s Zion Bittenbender Exits Current Tour Following Sexual Assault Allegations

    As previously reported, Vulvodynia’s new singer Zion Bittenbender was recently accused of sexual assault by a former partner. As such, the vocalist, who recently denied the claims, will now be heading home early from the band’s tour.

    Vulvodynia commented:

    “Official Statement from Vulvodynia:

    Following the recent allegations circulating online involving our vocalist, Zion Bittenbender, we want to provide an update regarding our touring plans.

    After careful discussion, Zion will be returning home from our current tour in Asia to focus on addressing these matters through the appropriate legal channels. Handling this responsibly would be extremely difficult while continuing to tour internationally, so this decision has been made in everyone’s best interests.

    Lwandile Prusent, who originally fronted Vulvodynia and has since been performing on guitar, will resume vocal duties for the remainder of 2025 to ensure our commitments are fulfilled.

    We appreciate everyone’s understanding and support while this situation is handled properly and respectfully.”

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  • Twisted Sister Announce More Festival Appearances

    Twisted Sister have added more festival appearances to their 50th anniversary reunion tour. Here’s the updated schedule:

    06/03-06 Solvesborg, SWE – Sweden Rock
    06/10 Milan, ITA – Mind Live Arena
    06/19 Dessel, BEL – Graspop Metal Meeting
    06/26 Copenhagen, DEN – Copenhell
    06/27 Oslo, NOR – Tons Of Rock
    07/03 Barcelona, SPA – Barcelona Rock Fest
    07/10 Mogilovo, BUL – Midalidare Rock In The Wine Valley
    07/24-26 Ebbw Vale, UK – Steelhouse XV
    08/23 Aarburg, SWI – Riverside

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  • The Rockett Mafia (Poison, Etc.) Sign With Pavement Entertainment

    The Rockett Mafia, the project featuring drummer Rikki Rockett (Poison), vocalist/guitarist Brandon Gibbs (Devil City Angels), guitarist/vocalist Mick Sweda (BulletBoys), and bassist Michael Adams (Puddle Of Mudd), have just signed with Pavement Entertainment. The deal covers live shows, merch, and new music releases. Rockett commented:

    “This band lets me play the kind of rock I grew up loving — loud, raw, and from the heart,” said Rockett. “We take the music we love and give it new life, and now with Pavement behind us, we’re ready to take it to a whole new level.”

    Mark Nawara, CEO of Pavement Entertainment, added:

    “We’re excited to welcome Rockett Mafia to the Pavement Entertainment family. Rikki Rockett’s legacy in rock speaks for itself, and this project captures his continued passion and authenticity. Fans can expect great things from this band.”

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  • Militia Vox Premieres “It’s Only Love” Music Video

    Militia Vox has premiered a new video for her cover of Bryan Adams and Tina Turner’s “It’s Only Love.” You can check that out below. As previously reported, the track finds the singer joined by Living Colour’s Corey Glover and Vernon Reid and Extreme’s Nuno Bettencourt. Militia Vox commented:

    “Corey and I initially shot footage with green screen, but the reality of getting all four of us in a room to do this video was not feasible — Living Colour and Extreme tour a lot, I perform a lot, Nuno and Vernon played Ozzy’s [Osbourne] farewell concert, etc. Everyone has been crazy busy. So, the best solution was to use A.I. to create something otherworldly. I worked with an A.I. creator and together we fulfilled my concept and created something unique and cool. A.I. can be used to deceive or to achieve. Here, we achieved. It’s A.I. used for good”

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  • Edenbridge Premiere “Where The Wild Things Are” Music Video

    Edenbridge have premiered a new video for their new song “Where The Wild Things Are.” This track is from the band’s new album, “Set The Dark On Fire,” which will be released on January 16. The single “addresses the earth as a living being, manifested in the primal feminine power of the character Aleen.” Sabine Edelsbacher commented:

    “Aleen embodies a true connection with the elements and thus with the natural power of the earth. Routine is not her thing. She lives a seductive vitality that is unparalleled. May more and more people recognize and express this power within themselves.”

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  • Zakk Wylde Says Ozzy Osbourne Wanted To Make A New Album With Him Before His Death

    During an interview with NJ.com, Zakk Wylde confirmed that Ozzy Osbourne was hoping to record a new album with him before his death. The guitarist said the following:

    “He was texting me, ‘Zakk, let’s do another record. Because I really loved it when you were going through your Allman Brothers, Skynyrd phase when we did ‘No More Tears’. It’s heavy but it’s more melodic. It’s not pummeling heavy.’ So I said, ‘All right, Oz. Whatever you want.’”

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  • Eric Singer Added To “KISS Kruise: Landlocked In Vegas” Event

    Eric Singer has been added to KISS’ upcoming “KISS Kruise: Landlocked In Vegas” event. The drummer will be joining vocalist/bassist Gene Simmons, vocalist/guitarist Paul Stanley, and guitarist Tommy Thayer for a Q&A session and their unmasked acoustic and electric sets. As previously reported, the convention will take place at Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas on November 14-16 and it will also feature: Bruce Kulick (ex-KISS), Stephen Pearcy and Warren DeMartini (RATT set), Sebastian Bach (ex-Skid Row), Quiet Riot, Black ‘N Blue, Kuarantine, Mr. Speed, KISS Nation, School of Rock, Craig Gass, and DJ Noiz. Producer Bob Ezrin, photographer Lynn Goldsmith, manager Doc McGhee, and KISS Army founders Bill Starkey and Jay Evans will make appearances as well. In addition to live music, the event will also include Q&As, artist panels, KISS karaoke, KISS trivia, meet and greets, a KISS lookalike competition, etc.

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  • Arch Enemy, Anthrax, Etc. Members Share New Cover Of Soundgarden’s “The Day I Tried To Live”

    Metal Allegiance’s Mark Menghi, Anthrax’s Charlie Benante, and Arch Enemy’s Alissa White-Gluz have released a new cover of Soundgarden’s “The Day I Tried To Live” as part the Chris Cornell tribute project King Ultramega. A portion of the proceeds from the track, which features Soundgarden’s own Kim Thayil, will be donated to MusiCares.

    All four musicians commented:

    Thayil:

    “I believe that the personal exploration that came out of my accepting the invitation from Mark, and King Ultramega, to participate in these recordings, allowed me to open myself up to the creative risks of sharing an emotive and artistically intimate experience with other creative individuals, and that this has proved to be rewarding and encouraging, for me, of future similar collaborations.”

    Menghi:

    “It was a bit nerve racking for me to go in and record this track knowing Kim was going to be on this song, as it’s his band’s song to begin with. In addition, it was equally important for me to keep it true to the original so Alissa had a strong foundation to deliver her magic. ‘What would Chris think?’ was the question that kept repeating in my head over and over.”

    White-Gluz:

    “I felt that I needed to try to embody [Cornell’s] unique power and swagger when delivering the vocals here. He has always had such a remarkable way of wording things; ‘I stole a thousand beggars’ change and gave it to the rich’ – just so, so good. He always managed to grab our attention with narrative and keep our interest with thoughtful word choice and intriguing messages.”

    Benante:

    “This is one of my favorite Soundgarden songs. I just love everything about the song. I especially love the ending, I never expected it to end the way it ends. It’s just a beautiful piece of music. Matt’s playing on this tune really compliments the song so much. I just tried to stay true to that.”

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  • Ghost, Sleep Token, Etc. Among Winners At 2025 Rock Sound Awards

    The winners have been revealed for this year’s Rock Sound Awards. They include the following:

    • Album Of The Year: Sleep Token – “Even In Arcadia“
    • The Visionary Artist: Ghost
    • Best International Act: The Warning
    • Best New Artist: PRESIDENT
    • The DIY Award: The All-American Rejects
    • Best Live Act: BABYMETAL
    • The Fan Power Award: Xdinary Heroes
    • Breakthrough Artist: James Marriott
    • Spirit Of The Scene: Waterparks
    • Hall Of Fame: ONE OK ROCK

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  • Cephalic Carnage Release Deluxe 25th Anniversary Edition Of “Exploiting Dysfunction”

    Cephalic Carnage have digitally released a deluxe 25th anniversary edition of “Exploiting Dysfunction.” Physical copies of the remixed and remastered effort will also be available on December 19. Pre-orders can be found HERE.

    “Exploiting Dysfunction” Deluxe Edition Track Listing:

    01. “Hybrid” (2025 Remix)
    02. “Driven to Insanity” (2025 Remix)
    03. “Rehab” (2025 Remix)
    04. “Observer to the Obliteration of Planet Earth” (2025 Remix)
    05. “On Six” (2025 Remix)
    06. “Gracias” (2025 Remix)
    07. “Cryptosporidium” (2025 Remix)
    08. “The Ballad of Moon” (2025 Remix)
    09. “9′ of Smoke” (2025 Remix)
    10. “Warm Hand on a Cold Night (A Tale of Onesomes)” (2025 Remix)
    11. “Invertus Indica (The Marijuana Convictions)” (2025 Remix)
    12. “Molestandos Plantas Muertos!” (2025 Remix)
    13. “Eradicate Authority” (2025 Remix)
    14. “Paralyzed by Fear” (2025 Remix)
    15. “Exploiting Dysfunction” (2025 Remix)
    16. “Redundant” (Demo)
    17. “The Apothecary (An Ode to Tom Forcade)” (2025 Remix)
    18. “Observer to the Obliteration of Planet Earth” (Demo)
    19. “Regurgitation” (Demo)
    20. “Cryptosporidium” (Demo)
    21. “Loathing” (Demo)
    22. “9′ of Smoke” (Demo)
    23. “Y’all Think That Shit’s Funny Man” (Bonus Track)

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