Pro-shot footage of Turnstile’s sets at this year’s Lollapalooza festivals in San Isidro, Argentina and Santiago, Chile have surfaced online. You can check out those fan-uploaded clips below:
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Tankcrimes Owner Scotty Heath Has Now Backed Out Of C.Y. Fest
As previously reported, Tankcrimes owner Scotty Heath recently signed on as the promoter of C.Y. Fest after founder Ignacio “Nacho Corrupted” Rodriguera was accused of sexual assault. However, he has now decided to back out of the event.
Heath issued the following statement:
“Hey guys, Scotty here. I made a video yesterday about how I had called the promoter of ‘C.Y. Fest‘ and asked him to step down and that I was going to take the reins of the fest. I wanted to save the fest and make it a fun and safe weekend for everybody involved, all my friends who are in the bands, and also all the fans who have non-refundable tickets. And I thought I could pull it off.
And there’s just too many questions came in from you guys that I don’t have the answers for, so I just felt like I was in over my head. I really… I did make a solid attempt, but I think I rushed the announcement. It was less than 30 hours after I’d done it, and everything happened pretty spontaneously, and I was just trying to get out there so quick, because the fest is coming up so soon, so I have bowed out of that, and I’ve the venues are still running the fest.
They have very competent staff and in-house people that will be doing that. But because there’s so many unanswered questions that I don’t have the answers for. I can’t do it.
And I’m sorry if I let you down, if you gave me positive messages, and I’m sorry if you had questions that I couldn’t answer, because I can’t, and for that reason, I’m going to bow out. Thank you for your understanding. Okay, I love you guys very much. Peace.”
This year’s C.Y. Fest will take place at The Belasco in Los Angeles, CA on March 28
[via The PRP]
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Exhorder Part Ways With Drummer Sasha Horn
Exhorder have parted ways with drummer Sasha Horn. Corey Pierce (God Forbid) will be filling in during the band’s upcoming shows.
The group commented:
“After more than eight years as the drummer for Exhorder, Sasha Horn has decided to step away for the time being from the daily rock lifestyle to focus on his personal life. This decision does not impact our touring plans in any way, as we have been fortunate enough to secure the help of God Forbid legend, Corey Pierce. Corey will join us on the Tour of Unsound Minds this coming month, so we are in good hands! We are excited to jam with Corey, and to bring our live show back to the eastern states for the first time in 2026.”
Horn continued:
“After eight and a half years, two albums, and countless touring cycles, it is time for me to permanently step away from my position at Exhorder. All things have come to that split in the path. Best wishes to the guys moving forward. As for myself, I am in search of more time with family, continuing education, and a focus on my own personal creative endeavors. So much love to all of my fans, you mean the world to me. I shall see you again when I’m back out in it. This is not a farewell, this is a time-out.”
The band added:
“As we have finally completed a two year touring cycle of Defectum Omnium, our canvas is clear and we are excited about following up with our fifth album’s writing process. The search for a permanent drummer is under way.
All of our best to Sasha in his journey, and we thank him for the time, contributions, and sacrifices he made alongside us for all of these years. Best of luck and nothing but love from us moving forward.
Jason, Pat, and Kyle“
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Foo Fighters Tease New Song “Caught In The Echo”
Foo Fighters have shared a teaser for their new song “Caught In The Echo.” You can check that out below. The full track will be released on March 20. It will also appear on the band’s new album, “Your Favorite Toy,“ which will be available on April 24.
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After The Burial Recording New Album
After The Burial have entered the studio to record a new album with producer Zach Tuch. Drummer Dan Carle was recently finishing up his parts for the effort.
[via Lambgoat]
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C.Y. Fest Promoter Steps Away Following Sexual Assault Allegations
C.Y. Fest promoter and founder Ignacio “Nacho Corrupted” Rodriguera has been accused of sexual assault. As such, he will be stepping away from the event to address the claims. Tankcrimes owner Scotty Heath will now serve as the new promoter.
Rodriguera issued the following statement:
“The C.Y. festival has recently faced significant challenges due to false allegations and misinformation. I am stepping away to focus entirely on addressing these matters through the proper legal channels. My priority is ensuring that the community can still come together and have a great weekend without distractions. I’m announcing that the venues and their staff, along with an outside promoter will be stepping in to run the festival/shows. I have full confidence that their team will deliver the experience you all deserve.“
Heath also commented:
“Hey guys, my name is Scotty. If you don’t know me, I run Tank Crimes Records. I’ve been a part of the DIY punk scene for over 25 years, and I’m making this video today to let you know that I’m going to step in and, uh, handle promotions for the CY Fest in Los Angeles. Um, many of you know some controversy hit the fest a week ago, and it’s now actually become a legal matter, so I’m not going to comment on that, but But things were falling apart and myself along with a dozen bands have been for the last week been on group chats, phone calls, pacing around, trying to come up with a thoughtful solution to see if we could maybe save this fest. As a last ditch effort on Sunday, I cold called the promoter who I didn’t know.
And suggested that he step down to save this fest, and he respectfully agreed. Now, there’s a lot of moving parts. Anyone who’s ever even booked a local band show knows how much work goes into it. This is a 60-band international show that’s been booked for over a year. We’ve been in contact with the venues who are going to step up with extra staff to help stage manage and run the shows with us.
I’ve got a small team of people in Los Angeles that are going to help me with payouts, stage managing, guest list, doors, all the— all these things that need to be done. And, um, I’ll be taking over the online promotions, and I will be on site at the festival if anyone needs anything. Um, there’s over 1,500 tickets sold. There’s over 50 bands coming from around the world. Many of these bands are close personal friends of mine, and we really— we’ve all been planning this for a long time, and we wanted to figure out if we could come together and still have a really nice weekend together in Los Angeles.
And, um, we’re going to. So, uh, I wanted to get on here today and hopefully inject a little positivity into all the confusion. And, um, really looking forward to the Fest. And, uh, this is a big responsibility, um, but if it makes things work, I’m here for it. Okay, um, I love you guys very much.
We’ll see you down there. Peace.”
This year’s C.Y. Fest will take place at The Belasco in Los Angeles, CA on March 28
[via Lambgoat]
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Worm Announce U.S. Tour
Worm have announced a headlining U.S. tour. The band will be hitting the road in support of their latest album “Necropalace.”
Tour Dates:
05/08 Seattle, WA – Northwest Terror Fest
06/02 Dallas, TX – Club Dada
06/03 Austin, TX – The Lost Well
06/05 Mesa, AZ – The Nile Underground
06/06 San Diego, CA – Brick By Brick
06/07 Los Angeles, CA -The Teragram Ballroom
06/09 Salt Lake City, UT – Metro Music Hall
06/10 Denver, CO – Marquis
06/12 Cudahy, WI – X-Ray Arcade
06/13 Chicago, IL – Reggies
06/14 Cleveland, OH – Grog Shop
06/15 Pittsburgh, PA – Thunderbird Café & Music Hall
06/16 Philadelphia, PA – Underground Arts
06/18 Worcester, MA – The Palladium – Upstairs
06/19 Brooklyn, NY – The Meadows
06/20 Baltimore, MD – Metro Gallery
06/21 Richmond, VA – The Canal Club
06/23 Chapel Hill, NC – Local 506
06/24 Asheville, NC – Revival
06/26 Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade – Purgatory
06/27 Tampa, FL – The Orpheum
06/28 Orlando, FL – Conduit
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