Metal Anarchy

  • Former Fire From The Gods Vocalist AJ Channer Arrested For Child Endangerment

    According to public records, AJ Channer (CHNNR, ex-Fire From The Gods) was recently arrested in Cleveland, TN after being charged with child endangerment. The vocalist was taken into custody on December 19, 2025. Amid this news, it has also been revealed that he was previously arrested on May 8, 2024 after being charged with assaulting a pregnant person in Travis County, TX. Notably, Fire From The Gods parted ways with Channer last year without an explanation. His partner Brittan Taylor previously claimed his departure was related to a decision to focus on his family and mental health. However, it is now being speculated that his criminal history may have been a contributing factor.

    [via The Mosh Network]

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  • Suicide Silence Recruit Soreption Guitarist Ian Waye For Upcoming Shows

    Suicide Silence have recruited Soreption guitarist Ian Waye for their upcoming shows. He will be filling in for Chris Garza, who recently announced a hiatus from the band.

    Guitarist Mark Heylmun said the following:

    “Hey everyone, with the news of Garza’s hiatus I thought I’d share some things I feel pertinent.

    I’ve been in this band since 2005. I did not start this band, but I’ve been a part of creating every piece of music (for better or worse) that you’ve heard minus the EP and early demos. I did play the EP release show at showcase theatre in my first months of joining.

    I took a break from the band for about 9 months in 2019 because I was preparing for my father’s passing who was fighting cancer and I knew it was only a matter of time. I never shared that publicly because I didn’t want my dad to know I was taking the break because of him. I’d have taken a longer break but was asked to come back to help write what became ‘Become The Hunter.’

    I fully support/respect Garza’s decision to take a break. That said, SS is a part of my blood and DNA at this point and this band has always been a 5 headed dragon and the show must go on, and it will.

    I speak for the guys when I say we’re stoked to have a ripping fill in step up to the plate for all upcoming shows. We are bringing our friend @themilkywaye of Soreption on board as fill in for the upcoming European and Asian tours. For anyone familiar with Ian’s playing you know he has a heavy right hand and can rip with the best of em. If it’s brief or if it’s for a while, we are gonna bring some serious firepower to every stage we step foot on as we always have. Can’t wait to see you all on the road!”

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  • Lord Of The Lost Recruit Wednesday 13 For New Song “I Hate People”

    Lord Of The Lost have premiered a new song titled “I Hate People.” The track, which features Wednesday 13, is from the band’s new album, “OPVS NOIR Vol. 3,” which will be released on April 10.

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  • Bitter Branches To Release New Album “Let’s Give The Land Back To The Animals” In March

    Bitter Branches (Deadguy, Paint It Black, etc.) will be releasing a new album, titled “Let’s Give The Land Back To The Animals,” on March 6. Two tracks from the effort, “Basic Karate” and “Cave Dwellers,“ can be found below:

    “Let’s Give The Land Back To The Animals” Track Listing:

    01. “Rat Poison“
    02. “Cave Dwellers“
    03. “Pity Party“
    04. “Basic Karate“
    05. “Posture Contest“
    06. “Everything Must Go“
    07. “High Street“
    08. “7-11“
    09. “Fine Powder“
    10. “Here Comes The Chisel“

    Vocalist Tim Singer commented:

    “On some of these songs, I let myself explore some dark thoughts in my head. It’s not your typical belligerent music because there’s a lot of open space; it feels like it’s a bit more sinister.”

    Drummer Jeff Tirabassi continued:

    “On our first record I feel like we were all trying to get our feet underneath it, but on this one we really wanted to lean into the groove.”

    Singer added:

    “On a fanboy level especially for us old heads, it scratches that Jesus Lizard itch; a little bit of exploring a lane over there instead of the typical lanes. There’s a lot in that post-hardcore lane that we all love that I don’t think is explored enough … or at least not by the right people.”

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  • The 69 Eyes Premiere “I Survive” Music Video

    The 69 Eyes have released a new song titled “I Survive.” A video for the track, which features guitarist Steve Stevens (Billy Idol, etc.), can be found below. The band commented:

    “Our new single ‘I Survive’, written by guitar legend Steve Stevens and Jyrki 69, is The 69 Eyes at our best: simply rocking! The track is mixed by Barry Pointer (Ozzy Osbourne, Mötley Crüe, etc.) to bring the extra Hollywood magic in.”

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  • Metal Church’s Kurdt Vanderhoof Has “Nothing Negative To Say” About His Former Bandmates

    Metal Church guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof has issued a statement regarding the band’s decision to move forward with a new lineup. Despite the change, the guitarist has “nothing negative to say about” his former bandmates.

    Vanderhoof said the following:

    “Hey friends! As with any band, sometimes things just stop working and you have to move-on, no matter what the cost and no matter what people are going to say or think about you, including former bandmates. It’s just that simple.

    I am continuing to do what I’ve been doing since I formed Metal Church 46 years ago, writing albums and releasing music. If you love that, great, if not, that’s ok too. If you love any of the former band members, that’s also great, then go support their musical endeavors and be thankful for new music. I personally have nothing negative to say about them, I wish them all the luck.

    I’m just happy to be where I am at now, with great musicians that I respect and I look forward to performing live with. That’s all I have to say about it.

    Cheers, Kurdt!”

    This news comes after former singer Marc Lopes recently opened up about his departure from the band, calling the situation “pretty disgusting.”

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  • Glenn Hughes Cancels Spring U.S. Tour

    Glenn Hughes (ex-Deep Purple, etc.) has cancelled his spring U.S. tour due to a “minor health issue.” Refunds for tickets and VIP upgrades will be available from your point of purchase. Hughes issued the following statement:

    “I’m taking advice from my medical team, who I am working closely with. Hoping to see you on the road of happy destiny.”

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  • Steve Aoki And Sound Rush Remix Hoobastank’s “The Reason”

    Steve Aoki and Sound Rush have shared a new remix of Hoobastank’s “The Reason.” You can find a video for the updated track below. The new version of the song appears on Aoki’s remix album “HiROQUEST 3: Paragon Remixed.”

    Aoki commented:

    “This remix album is about taking ‘HiROQUEST 3: Paragon’ into another dimension. Each track has been reimagined to push the energy even higher and give fans something totally new to experience. Collaborating with so many incredible artists and DJs made the whole project feel alive from start to finish. I wanted to make this one extra special, so I teamed up with Hoobastank and Sound Rush to rework ‘The Reason.’ We turned it into this massive moment that’s been going off in my sets, and I’m so excited to finally share it with the world.”

    Hoobastank added:

    “We’ve always been fans of what Steve has done and continues to do. He’s such an iconic DJ and incredible performer. When the opportunity arose to collaborate with him it just seemed like a no brainer to us. Combine that with Sound Rush’s unique style and sound designing talents. It just gave us a rare chance to have one of our songs reimagined and shared with an entirely new audience. One that we honestly never dreamt of reaching.”

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  • Static-X’s “Cannibal” To Receive Vinyl Reissue In March

    Static-X will be reissuing “Cannibal” on blood and bronze splatter vinyl on March 6. The new pressing will include the bonus track “Light It Up“ and it can be pre-ordered HERE.

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  • HANABIE. Premiere “ICONIC” Music Video

    HANABIE. have premiered a new video for their new song “ICONIC.” This track is from the band’s new EP, “HOT TOPIC,” which will be released on January 28.

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