Like with their last record a three year wait brings us Friend of A Phantom (Mascot Label Group), the new album from those musically restless Scandinavians VOLA. Their fourth album serves up more of their dynamic wall of sound, which mixes Metal heaviness, Prog Rock changeability, in your face electronica and radio friendly hooks.Continue reading
Crossfaith Books Underoath, Enter Shikari, Wargasm, Paledusk, Sim, and More for Hyper Planet 2025 Festival
Formed in Osaka, Japan in 2006, Crossfaith have represented the very best of what Eastern metalcore has to offer each year since. Combining their heavy roots with their love of electronic and dubstep elements, the band has solidified a space in the hearts of millions by meeting and surpassing the expectations of genre purists everywhere. In their mission to spread the love of live music, Crossfaith proudly present the Hyper Planet 2025 Festival — a celebration of musicians performing their respective crowd favorites on Sunday, February 2. Hyper Planet will take place at Japan’s largest convention center, Makuhari Messe in the 7-8 Hall, and will host bands including but not limited to: Enter Shikari, Underoath, Wargasm, Paledusk, and more.Continue reading
Ocultum Share Their New Single “Last Weed On Earth” – New Album Coming Soon
Chilean stoner doom outfit, Ocultum, have signed to the Heavy Psych Sounds record label for the release of their new album. Titled Buena Muerte, it arrives on February 28th, with the first single, “Last Weed On Earth,” now streaming. Check it out below.
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Desertfest Berlin 2025 Reveals First Day-Splits, ft. Dinosaur Jr., Elder, The Hellacopters, and More
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2025 will see Desertfest Berlin undoubtedly invite for its perhaps best and most eclectic line-up to date, featuring an incredible line-up consisting of Dinosaur Jr., The Hellacopters, Elder, Eyehategod, My Sleeping Karma and many more high-class acts the stoner, rock, doom, sludge, psych, and metal scene has to offer! Today, the festival has revealed its first line-up splits for Friday, Saturday and Sunday!Continue reading
Vastum Book a Headlining US Tour and Festival Appearances
Oakland, California’s death metal faction, Vastum embark on the intense Violations On The Cross US Tour in 2025, starting in Tacoma on March 27th and ending in Atlanta on April 11th. The live run comes in support of their latest album, Inward To Gethsemane, out now on 20 Buck Spin records, and streaming in full on the label’s YouTube channel. Find it below, along with live listings and more.
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Helmet Streams Previously Physical-Only Covers and Live Tracks Release “Move On”
Helmet has shared their previously physical-only release Move On, via DSPs today. Released via earMusic in 2021 on as a vinyl 7-inch collection and CDs, the collection features Helmet-style covers of David Bowie, The Beatles, Blue Öyster Cult, Wire, and three live deep cuts from the band! The band recently announced a 30th-anniversary tour for 2025 for Betty (Interscope Records). Stream it now!Continue reading
Weed Demon’s New Album “The Doom Scroll” is Coming Soon
Weed Demon have announced the release of their third LP, The Doom Scroll. The album is scheduled for release on 31 January 2025 via Electric Valley Records, available on three vinyl variants as well as on digital platforms. They recently shared the first track from the record, “Roasting The Sacred Bones.” Find out more below.
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Blacklite District Book New US Dates for Their Red Carpet Tour
Blacklite District have announced the 2025 leg of their Red Carpet Tour. Featuring special guests, Rob Shiner and Roman, the live run (coming in support of their most recent album, You Can Do Better), is kicking off February 21st in Indianapolis. Keep reading below for further details.
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Fischer King Shares His Single “Fair Enough” – New Album Out This Week
Alt-pop artist, Fischer King, recently dropped his latest single, “Fair Enough.” It features on his sophomore EP, Rough Odds, which is also just out via Perception Records. Check out the new track and more below.
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Riot Fest Turns 20 – Tickets On Sale Today
Chicago’s Riot Fest will see in its 20th anniversary, at Douglass Park on September 19-21, 2025. Ticket presale begins Friday, December 20 at 10am CST. 3-Day General Admission tickets start at $249.98. VIP tickets start at $299.98 and include perks like expedited entry, premium viewing areas, shaded seating, and upscale amenities. Layaway plans are available for all ticket types, giving fans the flexibility to secure their spot while spreading out the cost. Keep reading below for more.