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The 35th edition of Wacken Open Air is fast approaching, and anticipation for this anniversary is building—and is likely to grow even more now that another top-tier act is joining the already packed lineup. Sabaton will return to the Holy Ground seven years after their last visit! Sabaton have issued the following statement:"It’s with massive... Continue Reading →
It has been over 16 years since Fire In The Attic from Bonn last performed together on stage: After releasing an EP and four albums between 2004 and 2009, touring with Alexisonfire and Billy Talent, participating in the Taste of Chaos Tour, and playing numerous open-air shows, the band announced a hiatus in August 2010... Continue Reading →
The second single from Venom’s new album “Into Oblivion” is the brutal “Kicked Outta Hell,” a wild thrash track that evokes the classic Venom sound while exuding a modern brutality. The song, which is guaranteed to get the crowd going live, is undoubtedly one of the heaviest tracks Venom has ever written. Watch the song... Continue Reading →
Hailing from Hamburg, Godsnake released their first EP in 2014. However, it took several years before the band delivered their full-length debut. They finally closed that gap with “Poison Thorn” in 2020. Now, in 2026, the thrash metal outift returns with their third studio album, “Inhale the Noise,” once again released via Massacre Records. Godsnake... Continue Reading →
Sevendust, the GRAMMY® Award-nominated US metal icons known as one of the most powerful live bands in modern metal, are returning to Europe and the United Kingdom! Following the release of their 15th studio album, "One", set to drop on May 1, 2026, via Napalm Records, the quintet is announcing their headlining tour for November... Continue Reading →
Social Distortion have unleashed “Partners In Crime,” the second preview of their long-awaited eighth album, “Born To Kill.” A shameless and anthemic celebration of a lifelong commitment to rock ’n’ roll, “Partners In Crime” is now available to stream alongside the previously released title track, “Born To Kill.” “‘Partners In Crime’ is about finding your... Continue Reading →
Legendary American heavy metal band Sanctuary is proud to announce their official signing to BLKIIBLK. To celebrate, the band returns with a powerful new chapter in their storied career: the brand-new single “Not Of The Living.” A new lyric video comes along with the track and is available to view here: https://youtu.be/4aVDc90bNvg?si=fGeyQAmZOiC5s6Dq On the signing to... Continue Reading →
Soen have announced a headlining tour for the end of the year. In November and December, the band will play a total of 24 concerts across mainland Europe and the UK alongside special guests Tribulation and Vulkan, eight of which will take place in German-speaking countries. Ticket presales begin on April 17 at 1:00 p.m.... Continue Reading →
Skindred has always been a joy to listen to, whether on record or on stage. While their live performances carry an unmatched intensity, their studio albums also deliver pure enjoyment from start to finish. Following the release of “Smile” in 2023, the band returns with their latest studio album, “You Got This,” continuing their signature... Continue Reading →
Hardline started out as a sort of supergroup featuring Neal Schon, Deen Castronovo, and Todd Jensen, as well as brothers Johnny and Joey Gioeli. The band was founded in 1991 by the Gioeli brothers. Now, 35 years later, Hardline’s lineup has evolved, with Johnny Gioeli as the sole remaining founding member. This shift has not... Continue Reading →
Among progressive metal albums, few stir as much tension between anticipation and apprehension as a new release from Crimson Glory. Regarded as one of the genre’s most influential '80s bands, the Florida-based group set high standards with their self-titled debut and the landmark follow-up, “Transcendence. " While "Strange and Beautiful" proved to be a more... Continue Reading →
The end has come... long revered and widely acclaimed heavy metal giants Spirit Adrift have released their sixth and final album, “Infinite Illumination,” today via 20 Buck Spin. Bookending a monumental decade+ long run, the band's bittersweet swan song is marked by one of their most ambitious and crushing records to date. Spirit Adrift mastermind... Continue Reading →
As Everything Unfolds is a UK-based band formed in 2013 by Adam Kerr and the band's former vocalist and guitarist, Alex Paton. While their music may have flown under the radar for some people, the band's steady rise has proven noteworthy. After releasing two EPs that laid the groundwork for their debut album, “Within Each... Continue Reading →
The start of 2026 seems to be all about excellent guitarists, at least in terms of the live shows I've attended. First there was Smith/Kotzen, then Michael Schenker, and tonight it's the turn of German guitar wizard Axel Rudi Pell — all renowned names in the rock and metal community. Accompanying Pell and his bandmates... Continue Reading →
Örebro, Sweden, is the home of renowned two-piece stoner rock outfit Truckfighters, formed in 2001. The band has returned with a compelling new studio album, “Masterflow”, marking their first full-length release in a decade. After what they describe as a 'long, long hiatus', founding members Ozo and Dango returned to the studio to record the... Continue Reading →
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