Babymetal Book a Surprise Show in Los Angeles – New Album Coming Soon


Babymetal have just announced a surprise show at The Regent Theater in Los Angeles, CA. The event, produced by Live Nation, takes place on Thursday July 24. A limited number of tickets will be available for the 1k capacity show, offering fans an intimate experience with the Japanese band. Find out more below.
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Jinjer Add New Tour Dates in Italy and Portugal – New Video Out Now


Adding to their extensive upcoming live schedule in North America and Europe, Ukrainian progressive metallers, Jinjer, have confirmed two new dates in Portugal and Italy for 2026. The European Duél Tour is their first headline run in six years, and their only European/UK shows in 2026. They have also just shared a vocal performance video for “Hedonist,” from their latest album, Duél (Napalm Records). Watch it below and keep reading for more information.
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NEW MUSIC FRIDAY: 6-27-25  Rock and Metal New Releases Radar


From underground gems to headline-worthy drops, it’s New Music Friday for 6-20-25 

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PREVIEW: New Music Friday: 6-27-25  Rock and Metal New Releases Radar


From underground gems to headline-worthy drops, it’s New Music Friday for 6-20-25 

What is your favorite album cover this week? 

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Jinjer Book New North American Tour with Trivium and Heriot


As they roll up on a North American run with Babymetal, Ukrainian progressive groove metal band, Jinjer, have just announced another set of tour dates for the continent in 2025. Kicking off on Halloween, they support metal icons, Trivium with additional support from Heriot. Jinjer are touring in support of their fifth full-length album, Duél, out now via Napalm Records. Keep reading below for more information.
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Babymetal Share Their Single and Video for “from me to u” Ft Poppy – New Album Coming Soon


Japanese metal icons, Babymetal, recently announced their new album, Metal Forth, due for release on June 13th. They have now dropped a new single from the record, titled “from me to u,” Accompanied by an official music video, it also features a guest appearance from Poppy. Catch the new video and more below.
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Jinjer Book North American Tour Dates with Babymetal and Bloodywood


Ukrainian progressive groove metal icons, Jinjer, have announced their return to North American venues, joining Bloodywood and headliners, Babymetal this Summer. The dates kick off on July 5 in Milwaukee, WI, wrapping on July 23 in Phoenix, AZ, and see Jinjer playing in support of their recent full-length album, Duél, (Napalm Records). Citi and artist presales are live, with various additional early presales coming throughout the week. General on-sale begins Friday, March 21 at 10:00am local time. Find the live listings and more below.
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Knotfest Australia 2025 ft. Slipknot, A Day to Remember, BABYMETAL, Within Temptation, Enter Shikari and More Sideshows Announced


Sideshows have been announced for Slipknot’s upcoming Knotfest Australia 2025 bands ft. Slipknot, A Day to Remember, BABYMETAL, Within Temptation, Enter Shikari, Slaughter To Prevail, Hatebreed, and more! See the purchase links below. Slipknot is currently on their “Here Comes the Pain” World tour celebrating the 25th anniversary of their self-titled debut album (Roadrunner Records), and just headlined their Knotfest Iowa festival.Continue reading


Bloodywood Share Their New Single and Video for “Bekhauf” Ft. Babymetal


Indian metal torchbearers, Bloodywood, have released their latest single, “Bekhauf,” via Fearless Records, and in collaboration with Babymetal. It comes with an animated, anime video game-styled music video, and closely follows the band’s recent single “Nu Delhi.” Watch it below and find out more.
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Hillhaven Share Their New Single and Video “Temple And Tomb”


Metalcore newcomers, Hillhaven, have just dropped their latest single, “Temple & Tomb,” with a music video. This is the latest in a series of standalone tracks from the new band, whose members have ties to Babymetal, From Ashes To New, and Galactic Empire. Check out the new video below.
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