It was only ever a matter of time until Swedish death metal legends The Crown titled an album after their previous name. Known as Crown of Thorns from their inception in 1990 until their brief demise in 2004, the band reformed five years later and has continued to produce some of the country’s finest and crunchiest Death Metal riffs.
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Arch Enemy Announce New Album “Blood Dynasty” – On Tour with In Flames and Soilwork
After the surprise drop of their latest single “Dream Stealer” on July 31, extreme metal legends Arch Enemy are back with more exciting news. The Swedes are pleased to announce their 12th studio album, Blood Dynasty, releasing March 28th, 2025, via Century Media Records. The album does feature Jeff Loomis, who departed the band in 2023. A long player with 11 new tracks chock-full of Arch Enemy’s powerful signature guitar riffs, guttural force, and clean vocal surprises.Continue reading
ALBUM REVIEW: Mister Misery – Mister Misery
Right from its earliest days, metal has walked hand in claw with the horror genre. Often supported by costumes, props and a general Grand Guignol-style theatricality, a veritable plethora of acts have walked this same dark, bloody road over the years, many still continuing to do so.Continue reading
CONCERT REVIEW: In Flames – Gatecreeper – Creeping Death at Saint Andrews Hall
Spring is here and the warmer weather has numerous bands hitting the road. A multitude of metal acts have made their way to Motor City and the locals are pleased as punch to have them. The Swedish darlings, In Flames graced Detroit with their presence last week. This notorious act has been on a month-long headlining trek and they brought along the mighty Gatecreeper, plus Creeping Death with them. Saint Andrews Hall is a venue known for their affection towards heavier acts and were ready to host the considerable commotion this tour would cause.Continue reading
FESTIVAL REVIEW: Milwaukee Metal Fest 2024 Part 1 – Live at The Rave
Growing up I had always heard about Milwaukee Metal Fest and how amazing it was. Well, this year I had the pleasure of covering this notoriously famous festival and I can definitely say I’ll be back next year. Continue reading
INTERVIEW: Eddie Berg of Imminence Discusses Their New Album “The Black” and More
In our latest episode – Ghost Cult Keefy caught up with vocalist/violinist Eddie Berg of Swedish Progressive Metalcore band Imminence! The band just released their killer new album “The Black” via Believe Music! Eddie discussed the origins of the band, some love for native bands like In Flames, how they make music, the local scene where they live, and some love for Linkin Park!Continue reading
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ALBUM REVIEW: Darkness Everywhere – To Conquer Eternal Damnation
When it comes to American influences in Metal, it’s far from out of the ordinary to find European acts adopting a more U.S.-friendly sound to grow musically or widen their fan base. It is a little more unusual, however, to find American bands who look to Europe for inspiration. Especially when that influence goes back thirty years.
Welcome To Rockville ft. Mötley Crüe, Slipknot, Foo Fighters, Judas Priest, and More Announces Expanded Festival Experiences – Kicking Off This Week
Welcome To Rockville returns to Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida this week to kick off the festival season bigger and louder than ever event May 9-12, 2024! 200,000 fans are expected to attent, which would be a new record. Produced by Danny Wimmer Presents organization, the fest will be headlined by Mötley Crüe, Slipknot, Judas Priest, Foo Fighters Disturbed, Limp Bizkit, Queens Of The Stone Age, Judas Priest, Greta Van Fleet, Evanescence, and Kerry King among many others. Tickets and more info along with the full lineup can be seen below. Now the fest has announced their expanded experiences offerings to make it an even better value for fans!
In Flames Announce Vinyl Reissues of Classic Albums – US Tour Kicks Off
As they start a jaunt across the US, In Flames have just announced the anniversary vinyl reissues of some of their out of print albums. Nuclear Blast Records will put out Lunar Strain (30th anniversary), Colony (25th anniversary), Soundtrack To Your Escape (20th anniversary) and Siren Charms (10th anniversary). The new editions are scheduled to be released on July 19th, 2024. Head into the article below to find out more.
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