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 […]
Category: Alternative Rock
Mayhem Festival Returns with a Stacked Metalcore Lineup
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, […]
Billy Corgan Defends Taylor Swift’s Lengthy Album: “More Music is a Gift”
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 […]
Pixies Return with New Music After Lineup Change: A Tribute to Old and New
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 […]
Snow Patrol Announces First New Album in Six Years: ‘The Forest Is the Path’
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 to Celebrate Gillette Stadium’s 100th Concert Milestone
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 […]
Eloy Casagrande Shines in Slipknot with Drum Cam Footage of “Disasterpiece”
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 Eye Their First No. 1 on U.K. Albums Chart with “Clancy”
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 […]
Metallica Electrifies Munich with Live Debut of “Inamorata”
Metallica thrilled fans in Munich, Germany, last night (May 26) with the live debut of their epic track “Inamorata” from their 2023 album, 72 Seasons. The performance, part of their M72 World Tour, marked the first time the band has played the 11-minute song live, and it was a highlight in a 16-track set that […]
Twenty One Pilots Conclude Epic Saga with Album “Clancy”
Twenty One Pilots have never been ones for understatement. The dynamic duo from Columbus, Ohio—comprising singer/guitarist Tyler Joseph and drummer Josh Dun—are known for their expansive world-building, weaving intricate narratives across their discography. Now, they bring their long-running Blurryface saga to a close with their seventh studio album, “Clancy.” Scheduled for release exactly nine years […]