Ether Coven has shared the music video for “Consequences of Self (Let the Nails Carve Our Names in Rust),” which features guest vocals from Howard Jones (Light the Torch, Blood Has Been Shed, ex- Killswitch Engage), as well as Andy Nelson (Weekend Nachos) and Anthony Crupi (Pain Ritual). The song is the closing track of Ether Coven's new album, "The Relationship Between... Continue Reading →
Lamb of God to release new album ‘Omens’ on Oct. 7, first single ‘Nevermore’ coming June 10
Lamb of God will release its new album "Omens," on Oct. 7, 2022, via Epic Records, with the first single, "Nevermore," arriving Friday, June 10. The "Omens" album pre-order is live at Lamb-Of-God.com, with several exclusive items, including a signed colored vinyl variant, shirt, hoodie and signed CDs with an alternate color cover. All physical CD and vinyl releases will include a free access code to watch... Continue Reading →
Killswitch Engage shares ‘Vide Infra’ video from ‘Live at the Palladium’
Killswitch Engage has shared the video for "Vide Infra" from its upcoming release "Live at the Palladium." The song originally appeared on the band's self-titled debut album, released in 2000. "This song has stood the test of time for me, sonically and lyrically," singer Jesse Leach said. "Sonically, it shows our hardcore roots and the blend of... Continue Reading →
Killswitch Engage to release ‘Live at the Palladium’ on June 3, shares ‘Know Your Enemy’ video
Killswitch Engage will release "Live at the Palladium" on June 3, 2022, via Metal Blade Records. The live performance debuted on Aug. 6, 2021, as a streaming event at The Palladium in Worcester in the band's native Massachusetts, which has been the site of many iconic KsE shows throughout the band's history. The performance set... 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 →
Light the Torch shares ‘Death of Me’ video, set to tour with Killswitch Engage
Light the Torch has shared the video for "Death of Me," from its latest album, "You Will Be the Death of Me" (review), released in 2021 via Nuclear Blast. "'Death of Me' is a song dedicated to that one single person or habit you can't shake," vocalist Howard Jones said. "A slow death hurts so much... Continue Reading →
Killswitch Engage announces rescheduled tour with August Burns Red, Light the Torch
Killswitch Engage has announced its rescheduled headline tour, with August Burns Red and Light the Torch (featuring former KsE frontman Howard Jones), for winter 2022. KsE will bring the "Atonement Tour" back on the road to clubs and theaters across the United States and into Canada. The trek will kick off Jan. 28 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and run through March 12 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.All... Continue Reading →
Crobot to release ‘Rat Child’ EP on vinyl for Record Store Day
Crobot and Mascot Records/Mascot Label Group will release the band’s "Rat Child" EP as a limited edition etched vinyl LP for Record Store Day Black Friday on Nov. 26, 2021. All four songs are on side A of the green vinyl, while the B-side features an etching. A poster also is included with each of... Continue Reading →
2021 FESTIVAL SPOTLIGHT: Light the Torch
More and more, festivals are becoming the driving force for touring rock and metal bands. While obviously there were none in 2020, festivals are returning in force in 2021, mostly in late summer and early fall. Headliners and co-headliners include such heavy hitters as Metallica, Nine Inch Nails, Slipknot, Rob Zombie, the original Misfits, Korn,... Continue Reading →
Slipknot sets Knotfest Los Angeles for Nov. 5
Slipknot will headline Knotfest Los Angeles on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021, at Banc of California Stadium. The lineup also includes Bring Me the Horizon, Killswitch Engage, Fever 333, Code Orange and Vended, with a special guest appearance from Cherry Bombs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qXnhQ0p7FA Knotfest Los Angeles ticket holders will be able to sample Slipknot’s award-winning small batch Iowa whiskies at the No.9 Whiskey Bar, including... Continue Reading →