Currently blazing its way across Europe opening for Alter Bridge, Sevendust will release its 15th studio album, "One," on May 1, 2026, via Napalm Records. The first music from the record will be released soon, and the album is available for pre-order now. "One" track listing: 1) One2) Unbreakable3) Is This the Real You4) Threshold5) We Won6) Construct7) Bright Side8) The Drop9) Blood Price10) Misdirection... Continue Reading →
Crystal Lake shares new single ‘Neversleep’ from upcoming album ‘The Weight of Sound’
Japanese metalcore band Crystal Lake has shared the new single, "Neversleep (feat. Myke Terry)" its upcoming seventh studio album, "The Weight of Sound," set for release on Jan. 23, 2026, via Century Media Records. The track, which features Myke Terry from Volumes and Fire from the Gods on vocals, is one of the darker pieces of the new record. “Neversleep” follows prior released singles “The Weight of Sound,” “Crossing Nails” and “BlüdGod.” “This track... Continue Reading →
2022: Live Metal’s year in photos
Photos by Greg Maki
BLUE RIDGE ROCK FESTIVAL PHOTOS: Fire from the Gods – 09/08/22
Photos by Greg Maki
LIVE RECAP: Blue Ridge Rock Festival – Day 1 – 09/08/22
By Greg Maki Still a relatively young event, the Blue Ridge Rock Festival has grown quickly to become one of the biggest rock festivals in the United States. Hosted by a new venue in 2022, the Virginia International Raceway, the festival featured a massive lineup of more than 180 acts performing on six stages across... Continue Reading →
Five Finger Death Punch releases ‘AfterLife’ title track, announces tour with Megadeth
Five Finger Death Punch has released “AfterLife,” the title track from its forthcoming new studio album. The record, the band's ninth, once again was produced by longtime collaborator Kevin Churko (Ozzy Osbourne, Papa Roach, Skillet). “AfterLife” is now available to stream and download across platforms here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXImSx4kgeo The track’s release coincides with the band’s announcement of its upcoming 2022 North... Continue Reading →
Memphis May Fire shares ‘Only Human’ featuring AJ Channer of Fire from the Gods
Memphis May Fire has shared "Only Human" from its upcoming seventh album, "Remade in Misery." The track features guest vocals from Fire from the Gods' AJ Channer. Watch the visualizer below. "'Only Human' is one of my personal favorites off the new record," vocalist Matty Mullins said. "AJ Channer is the only guest vocalist on the new album and... Continue Reading →
Blue Ridge Rock Festival: The lineup so far (Feb. 25)
As it does every year, the Blue Ridge Rock Festival is releasing its 2022 lineup one act a time, instead of dumping its full roster of bands all at once. While it may be frustrating for some waiting to decide whether or not to go, it does give each band a bit of the spotlight,... Continue Reading →
Dance Gavin Dance’s Swanfest 2022 to feature Animals as Leaders, Knocked Loose, more
Swanfest, the one-day festival headlined and curated by Dance Gavin Dance, has announced the lineup for the rescheduled event taking place Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Heart Health Park in the band's hometown of Sacramento, California. In addition to headliner Dance Gavin Dance, Swanfest 2022 will feature Animals as Leaders, Knocked Loose, Movements, Anthony Green, A Skylit Drive, Covet, Eidola,... Continue Reading →
Sevendust to release ‘Blood & Stone Deluxe’ with five new tracks
Sevendust will release "Blood & Stone Deluxe," an expanded digital edition of its 13th studio album, originally released in 2020, on Dec. 10, 2021. "Blood & Stone Deluxe" will contain five new tracks, including three remixes and two newly recorded songs. Jake Bowen of Periphery, Richard Wicander of Fire from the Gods and Justin deBlieck,... Continue Reading →
