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It’s not often, this far into my concert-going life, that a performance sneaks up on me and leaves something changed. I came to Nova Rock last year for Avenged Sevenfold. They had just released a killer new album and have…
It’s almost a cliché among metalheads to snicker at Metallica’s St. Anger. From the infamous “trash can” snare drum clang to the absence of guitar solos, this 2003 album has long been battered by both critics and fans like… well,…
Veteran metal icons Iron Maiden swap their legendary onstage theatrics for high-end screens and CGI on their 50th anniversary tour – a bold shift that sheds light on touring costs, tech trends, and the future of live metal shows. Iron…
The house lights dimmed, and a hush fell over the historic Gasometer in Vienna – the kind of silence that trembles with anticipation. The anticipation of the first Avantasia show in Vienna. Then came the unmistakable rock and roll riff…
There’s no doubt that metal is one of the most popular genres of music in the world. Every country seems to have their own take on the style, and Japan is no exception. With the recent success of Babymetal, we’ve…
Fans of metal rejoice! Pantera is back and ready to rock. The band has announced a reunion tour that will start in December and extend into next year with select festivals and dates to be announced. The first performances on…
Slipknot has released a new music video for their song “Yen,” directed by percussionist M. Shawn “Clown” Crahan. The song comes from their upcoming album “The End, So Far,” which will be released on September 30. Speaking about the album…
When Megadeth released their album “Dystopia” in 2016, many fans were taken aback. The album had a very different sound than their recent opus. It was clear that Dave Mustaine was trying to recapture the sound of their earlier albums,…
Muse’s early records were full of lyrical topics, many labeled conspiracy theories. However, in 2022, following a global pandemic and standing on the edge of downright world war, they feel like real wake-up calls. You can’t deny that songs like…
MEGADETH has released their new single, “Soldier On.” The song is marching, ultra-catchy, and follows the release of the two previous tracks, “We’ll Be Back” and “Night Stalkers.” Megadeth is currently promoting their new album, which is set to be…