Celebrate “Cliff Burton Day 2025” for The Late Metallica Bassist Cliff Burton

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Cliff Burton Polaroid – from the personal collection of Michael Anthony Alago, used with permission

Cliff Burton Day 2024 was this weekend and marked the 8th annual Cliff Burton Day, celebrating Clifford Lee Burton, the late Metallica legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer.  The day was officially declared by Cliff’s hometown of Castro Valley and the greater Alameda County in 2018. Cliff would have turned 63 today, on February 10th, 2025. This year’s event was held at The Castro Theater and hosted by YouTuber Gomez Grip and Connie Burton on Saturday, February, 8th! There was a Q & A and bands like Metallica tribute band Damage Incorporated! Metallica themselves shared a tribute to Cliff today! Watch some of the tributes from this year and past years below jam some early-era Metallica jams today.  Continue reading


FEATURE: 10 Bands with Black Creators to Listen to For Black History Month

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When you think of heavy music, images of raw power, defiance, and innovation come to mind—and Black creators have been at the forefront of this movement. Although often underestimated, these innovative musicians are known for their groundbreaking music, which blends punk’s rebellious spirit, metal’s intensity, and unique artistry. I’m a drummer and I’ve done Thrash, Crossover, and Death Metal projects over the years, some known, some not so much. But here in New York, I’ve grown up seeing everyone on stage. So this Black History Month, I want to show off the sounds of ten essential bands shaped by Black visionaries who have left an indelible mark on the world of heavy music. From thrash to hardcore, and everything in between. These bands embody the spirit of heavy music in all its glory. Continue reading


ALBUM REVIEW: The Velveteers – A Million Knives


The Velveteers will release their highly anticipated sophomore album A Million Knives. Recorded in collaboration with The Black Keys frontman Dan Auerbach, the new record will be released via Easy Eye Sound, Auerbach’s record label.Continue reading


ALBUM REVIEW: Rectal Smegma – To Serve and Protect


 

Back in 2023 this young (not so young), innocent (well, pretty corrupted actually) writer had the pleasure of attending Berlin Deathfest—two days of Death Metal, Slam and Grind. For the pummelling rhythms, churning riffs, turbo-charged energy and just gleeful silliness it’s hard to pick a bigger high point than Dutch, Goregrind four-piece Rectal SmegmaContinue reading


Allegaeon Share Their Single and Video “Driftwood” – New Album Coming Soon


Technical death metal outfit, Allegaeon, have announced that they will unleash their new full-length, The Ossuary Lens, on April 4th on Metal Blade Records. In advance, the band have unveiled the record’s first single, “Driftwood,” with an official music video. Watch it below and read more from Allegaeon.
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Iron Lung Share Their Single “Lifeless Life” – New Album Coming Soon


DIY punk vets, Iron Lung, are getting ready to drop their first new studio album in 12 years, Adapting // Crawling. The 18 track full-length arrives April 18 via the band’s own label imprint, Iron Lung Records. The duo (Jensen Ward – drums / vocals and Jon Kortland – guitar / vocals) have also just unveiled the album’s lead single, “Lifeless Life.” Stream it below ad read more from the band.
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Dom Martin Books Co-Headline UK and Ireland Tour with Blue Nation


Multi-award-winning Irish artist, Dom Martin, has teamed up with Birmingham blues rockers, Blue Nation, for a UK and Ireland tour. Blue Nation previously supported Dom and his band on their 2024 tour, but now step up as co-headliners. The run kicks off November 01st in Cork, running through to November 28th in Belfast. Find the full live listings below.
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Cory Marks Drops an Acoustic Version of “Sorry For Nothing”


Cory Marks has just share a new acoustic take on his recent song, “Sorry For Nothing, The original is also the title track of his latest album, released via the Better Noise Music record label in December 2024. This version is accompanied by its own visualizer video. Check it out below along with more from Cory Marks.
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Parkway Drive Shares Australian 20-Year Anniversary Tour Documentary – European and UK Arena Tour Dates Incoming with Thy Art Is Murder and The Amity Affliction


In anticipation of their highly awaited European tour, Parkway Drive are set to release exclusive long-form content from their massive 20-year anniversary Australian Tour last year. The series will debut on their official YouTube channel on Thursday February 13 at 8amCET/7am UK time offering fans a front-row seat to the live shows, exclusive backstage access, behind-the-scenes moments, and interviews with both the band and fans. A true fly-on-the-wall experience of one of Australia’s biggest heavy tours. The band will tour in arenas with Thy Art Is Murder and The Amity Affliction this September. Watch the video here! Continue reading


Purified in Blood Share Their Single “Key and Stone” – New Album Coming Soon


Purified in Blood are off to a strong start in 2025, with the release of their new single, “Key and Stone.” The track is taken from Primal Pulse Thunder, Purified in Blood’s first new album in a decade, set to drop March 14th, via the Indie Recordings label. Check out the new song below.
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Season To Risk Shares a New Single and Video for “Echo Chamber” – New Album Due Out on Record Store Day


SEASON TO RISK photo by Todd Zimmer

Rock legends Season to Risk from Kansas City have announced a new album and tour in April – May, and a new single, the post-rock anthem “Echo Chamber” off their new album 1-800-Meltdown due out from Init Records, a Record Store Day exclusive on April 12th 2025. This return to their noise rock roots compiles new music with rare tracks, some featuring guest musicians from Shiner and The Life and Times. It also includes the industrial punk track “Undone” they played during their club scene in the film Strange Days. This is the first new album by Season to Risk since 2001’s The Shattering, with the same lineup. The band will also embark on a spring tour with support from Plaque Marks, Upright Forms, and more. Stream “Echo Chamber” and watch the video below!Continue reading