Los Angeles-based metal band Death Dealer Union is entering its next chapter with new vocalist Kay Bellows and a 2026-27 touring scheduling in support of its forthcoming sophomore album, "Dark Sister," due in spring/early summer 2026. The band also has shared a cover of Ghost's "Square Hammer," the first single from its new album. “We... Continue Reading →
By Greg Maki “Good God/Baad Man” is a record that could come only from a veteran band, a collection of musicians who have learned a thing or two over the years, players with more than a few gray hairs. “Grizzled” is a word that comes to mind. There’s a certain kind of lived-in confidence driving... Continue Reading →
Japanese metal band Babymetal will bring its 2026 world tour to North America and Latin America. Halestorm and Violent Vira will support on the North American dates. Tickets for the shows in the United States and Canada will be available starting with an artist presale starting at 10 a.m. Monday, April 6; you can sign... Continue Reading →
German thrash metal band Kreator has shared the music video for "Loyal to the Grave," the closing track of its new album "Krushers of the World," released in January 2026 via Nuclear Blast Records. Showcasing a different side of the band’s signature intensity, "Loyal to the Grave" is driven by a melodic approach with an anthemic... Continue Reading →
Lex Legion is a new band featuring four-fifths of the classic late-1980s King Diamond lineup—drummer Mikkey Dee (Motorhead, Scorpions), guitarists Pete Blakk and Andy La Rocque (Death), and bassist Hal Patino—with vocalist Nils K. Rue (Pagan's Mind). The band's self-titled debut album will be released in June 2026 via MNRK Music Group, with possible touring to... Continue Reading →
Los Angeles heavy rock band Fireball Ministry will reissue its 2003 album "The Second Great Awakening" on vinyl on May 22, 2026, as part of Ripple Music's "Beneath the Desert Floor" series. The band's sophomore album, "The Second Great Awakening" was produced by Nick Raskulinecz (Rush, Foo Fighters, Alice in Chains) and initially released on Nuclear Blast Records.... Continue Reading →
LIVE PHOTOS: Lamb of God, Kublai Khan TX, Fit for an Autopsy, Sanguisugabogg—Review and photos by Greg Maki—It’s amusing to think that while patrons happily hit the slots and played table games at MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino, a complete metal massacre took place inside the venue’s concert hall. Lamb of God officially kicked... Continue Reading →
Vindicta, the new band featuring former Dogma members Grace Jane Pasturini (aka Lilith, vocals), Amber Maldonado (aka Lamia, guitar) and Patri Grief (aka Rusalka, guitar), has set June and July 2026 tour dates in Australia, Japan and Europe. "A new chapter takes shape and it will be just the beginning," the band said. The members... Continue Reading →
