After carving out their niche in the Orange County metalcore scene, Avenged Sevenfold (A7X) emerged as one of the defining bands of the 2000s. With their self-titled fourth album, they weren’t just ready to silence the critics—they were prepared to revolutionize their sound. Vocalist M Shadows recounted the band’s evolution and triumphs in a revealing […]
In an era where concert ticket prices can make or break a fan’s dream night out, nostalgia-fueled tours are hitting a sweet spot for audiences yearning for the good old days of alt-rock. The Smashing Pumpkins and Weezer, two titans of the 90s alternative scene, are delivering that golden ticket with their joint UK tour, […]
Lamb of God is marking the 20th anniversary of their groundbreaking album Ashes of the Wake with a grand celebration—a reissue featuring an array of new mixes, rare demos, and powerful live renditions. This iconic album, which cemented the band’s place in the pantheon of metal greats, is getting a modern makeover to honor its […]
One of North America’s most iconic metal festivals is making a triumphant return later this year. It has been officially confirmed that Mayhem Festival is back with a stellar, metalcore-heavy lineup. Headlining the first Mayhem event in nine years, set to take place at the Glen Helen Amphitheater in San Bernardino, California, on October 12, […]
Taylor Swift’s latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, clocks in at an ambitious two hours, and for Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan, it’s a smashing success. In a recent interview with the Irish Times, Corgan praised Swift’s decision to include 31 songs on her new project, calling her “one of the most gifted pop artists […]
It’s been just over 36 years since the foundational Boston alt-rock band Pixies released their debut album, Surfer Rosa. That album’s been on a lot of people’s minds lately due to the untimely passing of Steve Albini, who engineered the record and was famously critical of it. Despite the reflection on their groundbreaking past, Pixies […]
Winter is coming, and so is Snow Patrol with their much-anticipated return. The Northern Irish band has announced the release of their first new studio album in six years, titled The Forest Is the Path. Scheduled for release on September 13 via Polydor Records, this 12-track collection was produced by Fraser T Smith (Adele, Stormzy) […]
The Rolling Stones are set to mark a significant milestone at Gillette Stadium on Thursday night, headlining the venue’s 100th concert. The legendary rock band will take the stage at 7:30 p.m., with parking lots opening at 3:30 p.m. Fans are advised to allow extra travel time due to the concert coinciding with the weekday […]
New Slipknot drummer Eloy Casagrande has wasted no time in showcasing his skills, sharing an electrifying drum cam video of his performance of “Disasterpiece” during a recent show. Casagrande, formerly of Sepultura, was officially announced as Slipknot’s new drummer last month, stepping in to replace Jay Weinberg, who was let go in November 2023. Weinberg’s […]
Twenty One Pilots are on the verge of achieving their first No. 1 on the U.K. albums chart with their latest release, Clancy. The Columbus, Ohio duo, consisting of Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun, are leading the midweek chart with Clancy, their seventh studio album. This achievement would mark the group’s fourth U.K. top 10 […]