By Greg Maki Have you ever thought to yourself, “What would it sound like if the singer of Volbeat made a death metal album?” No? Yeah, I didn’t think so. As some know, before starting Volbeat and taking the band from Denmark to international success, Michael Poulsen fronted the death metal act Dominus, which released... Continue Reading →
Asinhell, the new death metal band led by Volbeat's Michael Poulsen, has shared a music video for the new song "Desert of Doom." The track is from the band's debut album, "Impii Hora" (Latin for "ungodly hour"), due Sept. 29, 2023, via Metal Blade Records (pre-order here). "'Desert of Doom' was inspired by Bolt Thrower, Death,... Continue Reading →
Asinhell, the new death metal band featuring Michael Poulsen of Volbeat, has shared the official video for its first single, "Fall of the Loyal Warrior." Watch it below. The band will release its debut album, “Impii Hora,” on Sept. 29, 2023, via Metal Blade. Pre-order it here. "The song is kind of a tribute to bands I love, like... Continue Reading →
Michael Poulsen--best known as the singer, guitarist and songwriter of Danish rock band Volbeat--has shared more details on his new death metal band, Asinhell. Signed to Metal Blade Records, Asinhell will release its debut album, "Impii Hora" (Latin for “Ungodly Hour”), on Sept. 29, 2023. Pre-order it here. A lyric video for the band's first single,... Continue Reading →
Former Volbeat guitarist Rob Caggiano has released a statement on his departure from the Danish band, saying in part: "Sometimes relationships simply run their course. Sometimes certain obstacles, people or circumstances get in the way of the greater good. Sometimes people change and priorities shift. Sometimes it’s unavoidable." Flemming C. Lund, of the Danish metal... Continue Reading →
Flemming C. Lund, the new touring guitarist for Danish rock band Volbeat, said he was "overwhelmed" when he got the offer to participate in the band's summer 2023 shows. Lund is filling in for Rob Caggiano, who has parted ways with Volbeat after 10 years with the band. "The cat's out of the bag!" Lund... Continue Reading →
Volbeat has parted ways with lead guitarist Rob Caggiano after 10 years, the band announced Monday, June 5, 2023. Flemming C. Lund of the Danish thrash/death metal band The Arcane Order will join the band for its 2023 shows. No reason was given for the lineup change, though it appears to be on good terms.... Continue Reading →
