Greek power metal band Firewind will release its 11th studio album, "Gods, Myths & Titans," on Feb. 19, 2027, via BLKIIBLK. Pre-order the album here, and watch the lyric video for the first single, "The Legend of Achilles," below. "We’ve wanted to make a concept album about Greek mythology for a long time, and finally... Continue Reading →
Gore. to release new EP ‘… Then You Cannot Love Me’ on Oct. 9
Fresh off a summer 2026 tour with Kittie, Texas metal four-piece Gore. will release the EP "... Then You Cannot Love Me" on Oct. 9, 2026, via Spinefarm Records. Pre-save it here, and watch the music video for the new single, "Crucified," below. "This song is about someone who is so seductive that they lead you... Continue Reading →
Orbit Culture shares new single ‘Nuclear God’ from ‘Death Above Life (Deluxe Edition)’
While touring the world, Swedish metal band Orbit Culture put together "Death Above Life (Deluxe Edition)," the director's cut of its 2025 studio album, which will be released on Oct. 9, 2025. And now the band has shared the new single "Nuclear God" from the new version of the album. Watch the video below. "'Nuclear... Continue Reading →
Reactivated Neurosis adds more tour dates for 2026 and 2027
The recently reactivated Neurosis continues to book new live performances in support of its 2026 album "An Undying Love for a Burning World," with tour dates announced through the end of the year and into 2027. Following the already announced San Francisco, California, shows on Oct. 16 and 17, Neurosis has announced two shows in... Continue Reading →
Havok shares new single ‘The Ultimate Weapon’ as headline tours near
Thrash metal band Havok has shared its latest single and video, "The Ultimate Weapon," via BLKIIBLK. Watch the video below. "We're excited to debut this new song right before our two headline tours begin," the band said. "We'll be playing 'The Ultimate Weapon' live and look forward to hearing crowds shout the choruses with us. Driving riffs,... Continue Reading →
ShipRocked 2027 adds Of Mice & Men and more, sets Stowaways all-star lineup
ASK4 Entertainment has announced additions to the ShipRocked 2027 music lineup, including many of the special guests for The Stowaways all-star band. Of Mice & Men, Andy Darling, Footballhead, ivri and Twiztid will join the previously announced Papa Roach, Ice Nine Kills, Nothing More, Highly Suspect, Badflower, Set It Off, Magnolia Park and more for the ShipRocked 2027 cruise vacation. In its 17th year, ShipRocked will depart from Miami, Florida, on Carnival Horizon for the Jan. 24-30, 2027, trip with nearly 30 bands and more... Continue Reading →
Pantera, Down to lead Great NOLA Trendkill festival in New Orleans
Pantera is set to lead the Great NOLA Trendkill, a two-day festival set for Nov. 20 and 21, 2026, at Lakefront Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana. The event will mark Pantera's first New Orleans show in 30 years and celebrate the 30th anniversary of its 1996 album "The Great Southern Trendkill." Presented by Housecore Horror,... Continue Reading →
FROM THE ARCHIVES: Interview – Andy Williams of EVERY TIME I DIE (March 2006)
Like many in the worlds of heavy music and professional wrestling, Live Metal is grieving the death of Andy Williams. The former Every Time I Die guitarist/current All Elite Wrestling star passed away Saturday night, Sept. 5, 2026, at age 48 after collapsing following a wrestling match in Millvale, Pennsylvania. In addition to leaving his... Continue Reading →
Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas to open Motörhead exhibit on Oct. 2
The Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas, Nevada, will open a new exhibit dedicated to Motörhead and Lemmy Kilmister on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026. Motörhead was a legendary force in the rock and heavy metal scene. Led by Lemmy, the band's uncompromising sound and attitude earned it a devoted following across generations and around the world.... Continue Reading →
Spiritbox returns with new single and video ‘Mourning’
Canadian metal band Spiritbox has returned with the new single "Mourning," released via Pale Chord/Rise Records and its first new music since its 2025 album "Tsunami Sea." The new song comes with a music video co-directed by Alex Bemis and Spiritbox guitarist Mike Stringer. The visual signals a distinct evolution from the black-and-white aesthetic that defined the "Tsunami Sea" era,... Continue Reading →
