In a big year for Thrash Metal legends Exodus, they will celebrate the 40th anniversary of their classic Bonded By Blood (Combat Records) on April 25th, 2025. It doubles as the birthday for OG Exodus frontman Paul Baloff (RIP) and it is totally sold out! As part of their big year, the band will play two concerts in Los Angeles and Berkeley, California where they will perform the album in its entirety! Ghost Cult has teamed up with Cell Arts to give away 1 pair (two tickets) to one winner at random at the UC Berkeley Theatre in Berkeley, Califonia, the scene of some of the band’s most notorious early concerts! Enter to win on Ghost Cult’s Instagram to win! The winner will be contacted by DM and digital tickets will be transferred by email! Enter to win at our post on Instagram. Share our reel and follow @ghostcultmag and @cellartsmedia to win! Tag some friends for extra entries! Bonus entries can be earned by making your own video and letting us know what a big Exodus fan you are!Continue reading
Saxon Book French Tour Dates with Sortilège – New Live Album Coming Soon
British metal legends, Saxon, have announced a triple hit of French dates for this September, with support from France’s own 80s band, Sortilège. The run kicks off September in Paris, followed immediately by Nantes, then Toulouse. Saxon will also be releasing their new live album, Eagles Over Hellfest on June 13th, via the Silver Lining Music record label, featuring the audio recording from their Hellfest 2024 appearance. It will be available as a double CD set, along with the latest studio album, Hell, Fire And Damnation, and as a standalone double vinyl and digital release. Find out more below.
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ALBUM REVIEW: Bloodywood – Nu Delhi
With a pair of studio albums under their belt (including 2022’s magnificent work Rakshak), Metalcore/Indian-inspired Folk/Hip-Hop standouts Bloodywood have both carved out a bit of a signature sound whilst also leaving room to continue experimenting and injecting flair and originality into their work.Continue reading
Spider Rockets’ New Album “Dirty and Bad” is Coming Soon
Hard rock crew, Spider Rockets, are getting set to unleash their new album, Dirty and Bad. The record is due to land on May 23rd, via FireRock Music Group records. Head into the article below to find out more.
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Chevelle Shares a New Single and Visualizer for “Rabbit Hole (Cowards, Pt. 1)” – New Headline Tour ft. Headline Tour Dates Featuring Asking Alexandria and Dead Poet Society Coming
Multi-platinum rock band Chevelle are back with their first new music in four years. with the video for the new single “Rabbit Hole (Cowards, Pt. 1).” It’s a gnarly, riffy rager with more hooks than a tackle box and alternately snarling and melodic vocals. Push and pull tension define the song, which leads to thrilling, dissonant breakdown at the end of the song. Put simply, it was worth the wait. Watch the accompanying visualizer here.Continue reading
Pelagic Fest 2025 Books Ihsahn, This Will Destroy You, God Is An Astronaut and More in Full Lineup Reveal
Iconic Berlin labelis Pelagic Records immensely proud to unveil the complete lineup for Pelagic Fest 2025, set to unfold on 23rd and 24th August at Muziekgieterij in Maastricht, The Netherlands. Headlined by blackened progressive metal virtuoso Ihsahn, Pelagic Fest 2025 will feature a standout lineup showcasing unique sounds and experiences. Also headlining are post-rock pioneers This Will Destroy You, known for their evocative soundscapes and God Is an Astronaut, whose cinematic instrumental rock has earned them global acclaim. This two-day event promises to traverse the full spectrum of Pelagic’s musical universe, where innovation, depth and emotion converge in a truly transformative experience.Continue reading
CONCERT REVIEW: Danzig – DOWN – Abbath – Cro-Mags Live at The Virgin Theater
I rolled into the city of sin with my homie and bandmate in Angst, Abe Allen, for a cool quick trip to see the first night of the big Danzig tour! I was seriously hyped for this tour and glad to catch it since these dates are few and Glenn doesn’t like to tour much anymore. I was really excited to take this trip for four bands I have loved for a long time. Thanks for making this happen, Abe!Continue reading
Pantera and Amon Amarth Add King Parrot, Snafu, Shock Narcotic, Flesh Hoarder as Openers for Summer Tour Dates
Heavy metal legends Pantera previously announced their 2025 US Summer Amphitheater tour with Swedish heavy metal icons Amon Amarth. Produced by Live Nation, the journey will commence on July 15th in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania and wind its way through over two dozen cities, coming to a close on September 13th in West Palm Beach, Florida. Additional guest openers now include King Parrot, Snafu, Shock Narcotic, Flesh Hoarder across different dates, which you can see below. Get ready for The Heaviest Tour Of The Summer! Tickets are on sale now!Continue reading
ALBUM REVIEW: Underoath – The Place After This One
Delivering their tenth album, The Place After This One (MNRK Heavy) Florida’s very own Underoath has conjured a masterpiece. They take a strong step forward into new territory, holding nothing back. Underoath has reinvented itself.Continue reading
Choked Up, Desert Sharks, Dubais and More Booked for Loud Women Fest NYC
London-based feminist music collective, Loud Women CIC, have announced the full lineup of the first Loud Women Fest NYC. On May 10th, the UK’s biggest female-focussed showcase festival travels to USA, featuring female and non-binary-powered bands and artists, such as Choked Up, I, Doris, Typhoid Rosie, and Slut Magic. Now in its tenth year, the event will be held at the Brooklyn venue, 3 Dollar Bill. Find out more below.
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PREVIEW: New Music Friday – Rock and Metal Releases for 3-28-25
From underground gems to headline-worthy drops It’s New Music Friday for 3-28-25!
What is your favorite album cover this week?