Around the 48-second mark of album opener “Blind” Jonathan Davis screams “Are you ready?” Looking back at 30 years of history and an ever-shifting heavy music landscape, holy shit, Davis could not have realized how impactful of a statement that would become. Continue reading
Ghost Cult Magazine Turns 12 Years-Old
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Time marches on!
We are officially in our awkward tween phase! October sees Ghost Cult Magazine’s 12th year around the sun! Established in the doomsday year of 2012, Ghost Cult Magazine has been a daily music news, interviews, and reviews portal dedicated to covering Rock, Metal, Punk, Metalcore, post-Hardcore, Hardcore, Indie Rock, Doom, Prog, Death Metal, Black Metal, Sludge, Industrial, Grindcore, Dark Folk, Synthwave, other related genres, and geek culture as well! Shout out to our founders, past collaborators, partners, and you dear readers!
GIVEAWAY: Win an Exclusive Vinyl Bundle from The Glacially Musical Pouredcast and Ghost Cult
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Presented by Ghost Cult, The Glacially Musical Pouredcast (Beer. Metal. Swearing. Vinyl.) just hit our 200th episode! 200 hundred episodes of craft beer, vinyl unboxings, and deep dive debates about great Rock and Metal discographies. To celebrate this major milestone we are giving away two bundles vinyl picked and curated from The Glacially Musical host Nik Cameron’s personal collection!
Louder Than Life Returns in 2025 with Slayer in September 2025, Metal Legends to Headline After 2024 Weather Cancelation
Louder Than Life 10th Anniversary Flyover by Nathan Zucker
Louder Than Life is returning in 2025 with…Slayer! Producers Danny Wimmer Presents is pleased to announce early details for the 11th edition of the fan favorite event, to be held at Highland Festival Grounds at Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, KY September 18-21, 2025. Early bird passes will go on sale in November, and fans are encouraged to sign up now to receive the latest updates and first access to passes at the links below.Continue reading
EXCLUSIVE ALBUM PREMIERE: Slower Streams Their New Album “Rage and Ruin” In-Full at Ghost Cult
Doom Metal supergroup (and one that is actually super) Slower will drop their sophomore album this week Rage and Ruin, via the ever-reliable Heavy Psych Sounds label. Formed by Bob Balch (Fu Manchu) on guitar, Amy Tung Barrysmith (Year of the Cobra) on bass and vocals, and Esben Willems (Monolord) on drums, and having partly shed their OG mandate of (only) Doom Metal Slayer covers, the band has returned with a mind-bending blend of dense riffs, explosive solos, killers grooves, and enchanting vocals! And there are still some slayer covers. This will be the top spot on your “smoke a bowl” playlist all winter. Stream Rage and Ruin now at the link below, and order the album in several formats too! Continue reading
ALBUM REVIEW: Moskitos – Mirage
Regarding psych rock, I have heard some of the best bands ever. They seem to come primarily from every place except for America. I have seen amazing bands from Sweden, Finland, Germany, and Spain. For the first time, I’m hearing a band from Cape Cod, South Africa. Moskitos have put Cape Town on the map as a new, untapped hub for psychedelic rock with their stellar debut album Mirage (The Good Times Co.) Continue reading
Aerolinea Share Their Debut Single and Video “What Moves You” – New Album Coming Soon
Argentinian-American indie pop duo, Aerolinea (Victoria Real and Eric Weissinger) recently released their first ever single, “What Moves You.” Complimented by a video directed by Nico Purdía, and filmed by Mariano Laguzzi, it is the first offering from their upcoming album, All We Need. The eight-track offering – featuring a guest appearance by Kellii Scott of Failure – is slated for release on November 28, via My Long Wknd Records. Check out the new video below.
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Drowning Pool Book European Tour Dates with Godsmack
Drowning Pool have just announced that they will join Godsmack, as support on their European tour in Spring 2025, with P.O.D. The live run will kick off on March 22, 2025 in Sofia, Bulgaria, at Arena Sofia. They recently released their latest single, “Revolution (The Final Amen),” through SBG Records, to build excitement among fans. Head into the article below for live listings and more.
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Pete International Aiport (The Dandy Warhols) Share a Remix of “Sea Of Eyes” – New EP Coming Soon
Racing up on the November 29th release of the new Sea of Eyes EP, via Little Cloud Records, Pete International Aiport have dropped a new track. In collaboration with Andy Bell of Ride, the Portland based outfit, led by Peter G. Holmstrom of The Dandy Warhols. have dropped the “Sea of Eyes GLOK Remix.” This is the third advance taste from the EP, also featuring vocals by Alexander Hackett of Montreal dream-gaze outfit Pang Attack. Check it out below.
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Duff McKagan Shares Live Cover of Bowie’s “Heroes” Ft. Steve Jones – US Tour Kicks Off Soon
With the US leg of his Lighthouse Tour ’24 about to kick off, Duff McKagan has released three new songs. Working with a trio of iconic punk legends, who will accompany him on select dates, the tracks are; “All Turning Loose” featuring Lee Ving, “My Name Is Bob” featuring Joey Shithead (both to appear on an exclusive 7” available on this tour), and, as seen below, “Heroes” (live) with Steve Jones. Keep reading to find out more.
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Drummer Tim “Herb” Alexander Has Quit Primus, Effective Immediately
Shocking news as Tim “Herb” Alexander has quit Primus, effective immediately According to a post on social media – Tim has lost his passion for playing. While disappointed, the band respects Tim decision and will carry on without him. For their New Year’s hometown shows in Oakland, the band will create an augmented lineup with Les Claypool’s Frog Brigade. For their show at Tool In The Sand – Danny Carey of Tool will play drums, as the band looks for a new drummer for the 2025 Sessanta tour.
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ALBUM REVIEW: Nachtmystium – Blight Privilege
The problem with American Black Metal bands, is they are often comprised of Punk Rock kids from Brooklyn or any other hipster city, who appropriate the sonic aesthetics that work for their indie-rock sensibility lacking any sense of darkness. There are a few bands who have proved an exception Tombs, Weakling, and Nachtmystium. Blake Judd’s struggles with addiction are responsible for giving Nachtmystium its legitimacy his harrowing accounts of inner torment are far more intense than faux Satanism. After all, exorcising one’s demons can not be faked. Blight Privilege (Lupus Lounge) is Judd clawing his way back up from the abyss to make music again. This album might not be as experimental as his past work but it feels more honest.Continue reading
Gouge Away Share a New Music Video for “Newtau” – Tour Dates Incoming
Six months after the release of their third full-length LP Deep Sage, Gouge Away have shared a music video for the album’s standout track, “Newtau.” The video was a true DIY project by the band, shot digitally using a Nikon D5200 and then transferred to Kodak 16mm Tri-X film. It was filmed by Thomas Cantwell, Dylan Downey and Christina Michelle. Michelle handled editing, and she was joined by Cantwell for the direct animation. Watch it now! Continue reading