In this episode, Keefy catches up Ben Flanagan of Black Map! Their new album “Hex” is out now via Spinefarm Records. Ben talks about the new album, some thoughts on the music industry, and much more!Continue reading
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NEW MUSIC FRIDAY: New Rock and Metal Releases for 5-9-25
From underground gems to headline-worthy drops, it’s New Music Friday for 5-9-25
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ALBUM REVIEW: Black Map – Hex
For a band composed of members of other prog bands, creating something more melodic based in the post-hardcore-meets-hard-rock project, Black Map was something not entirely expected over a decade ago. Now three albums into the band’s career, and the band have made huge strides, having the technicality of their previous progressive bands and bringing it into a whole new scene, Black Map captured something new. For Hex (Spinefarm Records), the trio went in a more upfront approach to the creation process. While a complete U-turn from their previous album, how will this fare for the new release? Continue reading
PREVIEW: New Music Friday – Rock and Metal Releases for 5-9-25
From underground gems to headline-worthy drops, it’s New Music Friday for 5-9-25
What is your favorite album cover this week?Continue reading
NEW MUSIC FRIDAY: New Rock and Metal Releases for 4-11-25
From underground gems to headline-worthy drops, It’s New Music Friday for 4-11-25!
What is your favorite album cover this week?
PREVIEW: New Music Friday – Rock and Metal Releases for 4-11-25
From underground gems to headline-worthy drops, It’s New Music Friday for 4-11-25!
What is your favorite album cover this week?
Coal Chamber Pulls Out of Aftershock 2024, Due to Dez Fafara’s Ongoing Health Issues
Coal Chamber has announced they have canceled their appearance at Aftershock 2024 next weekend. This is following the postponement of their fall 2024 tour dates until spring 2025 due to ongoing health issues suffered by frontman Dez Fafara. The band has been replaced on the bill by their frequent touring mates Dope. The fest still features Slayer, Slipknot, Iron Maiden, Motley Crue, Pantera, Judas Priest, FFDP, Disturbed, Biohazard, Shadows Fall, and 130 more of your favorite artists. Continue reading
Black Map Share Their New Single and Video, “Disintegrate” and Sign with Spinefarm Records.
Formed in 2014 from the bands Dredg, Far, and The Trophy Fire, Black Map have just joined the stable of bands at Spinefarm Records. To celebrate, they have shared their first new track in over two years, “Disintegrate,” alongside a visualizer video. Watch it below and read more from Black Map.
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Aftershock 2024 ft. Slayer, Slipknot, Iron Maiden, Motley Crue, Pantera, Judas Priest, FFDP, Disturbed, Biohazard, Shadows Fall and More Announces Set Times
Aftershock is right around the corner and we have the set times! The fest features Slayer, Slipknot, Iron Maiden, Motley Crue, Pantera, Judas Priest, FFDP, Disturbed, Biohazard, Shadows Fall, and 130 more of your favorite artists. Continue reading
Aftershock 2024 Books Slayer, Slipknot, Iron Maiden, Motley Crue, Pantera, Judas Priest, FFDP, Disturbed, Biohazard, Shadows Fall and More!
Aftershock, it’s happening! Our 2024 lineup is here and holy sh*t, this one will go down in the history books. Not only do we have Iron Maiden’s only U.S. festival play and the exclusive West Coast performance of Slayer, but also Slipknot, the first Mötley Crüe appearance at Aftershock, plus Disturbed, Five Finger Death Punch, Judas Priest, Pantera, and 130 more of your favorite artists. Continue reading