Since 1987 Kevin Rutmanis has been involved in the production of a steady stream of records with bands such as Minneapolis Noise-Rock legends Cows, Sludge Grunge titans Melvins, supergroup Tomahawk, Hepa/Titus, and now Lord and Lady Kevin.
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Sick New World 2025 is Canceled Citing “Unforeseen Circumstances” – Was to Have Hosted Metallica, Linkin Park, QOTSA, Evanescence, AFI, Ministry, Gojira, and More
After speculation by fans and industry pundits went wild for weeks, Sick New World 2025 has revealed they have canceled the planned event. hat event was scheduled to take place at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds in Las Vegas, NV on April 12th, 2025. Citing “Unforeseen Circumstances” the fest canceled in a post to their website and all social media. Fans have been promised full refunds within 30 days. This is the largest US festival cancelation since Blue Ridge Rock Festival went out of business and closed up shop just a few months after being announced. The lineup was to have featured a plethora of heavy hitters and legends featuring Metallica, Linkin Park, QOTSA, Evanescence, AFI, Ministry, Gojira, Acid Bath, The Flaming Lips, DOWN, Melvins, Testament, Meshuggah, Cannibal Corpse, Machine Head, Sisters of Mercy, Three Days Grace, Tomahawk, Cradle of Filth, Refused, Filter, Kittie, Terror, Mayhem, X, Poison the Well, The Hives, Carcass, Underoath, Daron Malakian’s Scars On Broadway, Sponge, Quicksand, Exodus, Stabbing Westward, Orgy, Lacuna Coil, The Birthday Massacre, Seven Hours After Violet, Dethklok, Dope, Scowl, Show Me The Body, Napalm Death, Dope, Arch Enemy, Twin Tribes, and more! The message from the fest also asked fans to stay tuned for future information regarding the fest. Continue reading
Sick New World 2025 Books Metallica, Linkin Park, QOTSA, Evanescence, AFI, Ministry, Gojira, Acid Bath, The Flaming Lips, Down, Melvins, Testament, Meshuggah, Cannibal Corpse, Machine Head, and More
Sick New World 2025 has revealed their huger lineup featuring Metallica, and now Linkin Park, QOTSA, Evanessence, AFI, Ministry, Gojira, Acid Bath, The Flaming Lips, DOWN, Melvins, Testament, Meshuggah, Cannibal Corpse, Machine Head, Sisters of Mercy, Three Days Grace, Tomahawk, Cradle of Filth, Refused, Filter, Kittie, Terror, Mayhem, X, Poison the Well, The Hives, Carcass, Underoath, Daron Malakian’s Scars On Broadway, Sponge, Quicksand, Exodus, Stabbing Westward, Orgy, Lacuna Coil, The Birthday Massacre, Seven Hours After Violet, Dethklok, Dope, Scowl, Show Me The Body, Napalm Death, Dope, Arch Enemy, Twin Tribes, and more! The presale starts Friday 10/18 at 10am PT. You are signed up and will receive the presale code that morning. Tickets start as low as 19.99 down. Continue reading
ALBUM REVIEW: Dale Crover – Glossolalia
Celebrated Drummer Dale Crover has been performing with the Melvins since 1984 when he replaced founding member Mike Dillard, since then he’s had stints with Nirvana and collaborated in projects such as Shrinebuilder, Men of Porn and Conan Neutron & the Secret Friends. Furthermore, he performs with Redd Kross, and has embarked on a solo career, first with the Hard-Rock flavoured Altamont and then the eclectic, experimental compositions under his own name. Continue reading
King Buzzo (Melvins) and Trevor Dunn (Mr. Bungle) Share a Video for “Eat The Spray” – On Tour Soon
King Buzzo, the founder and lead vocalist/guitar player for the Melvins, and Mr. Bungle bass player Trevor Dunn, have just shared a video for their track, “Eat The Spray.” It arrives not long before they set off on the King Dunn Tour across the US throughout August and September. Head into the article below for the new video, live listings, and more.
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Dale Crover (the Melvins) Drops His Single and Video “Doug Yuletide” – New Album Coming Soon
Melvins drummer, Dale Crover, is releasing his third full-length solo album, Glossolalia, on Sept. 13th, via Joyful Noise Recordings. He has just shared a preview of the record (which features guest spots from Tom Waits, Kim Thayil, and others), with his new single, “Doug Yuletide.” and its Alicia-Kasai-directed video. Find the new track and more in the article below.
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ALBUM REVIEW: Squid Pisser – Dreams of Puke
It’s time to get messy, as Squid Pisser returns to shower listeners in a hot mess of aliens, extreme metal, and bodily fluids on latest record Dreams of Puke (SKiN GRAFT Records). Continue reading
King Dunn (King Buzzo of Melvins and Trevor Dunn) Release “Eat The Spray” Limited Vinyl and CDs
King Buzzo of Melvins and Trevor Dunn (Mr. Bungle, too many other bands to list) has released Eat The Spray, a 12” EP, for the first time on limited edition vinyl and unlimited CD. You can get it while they last at the links below. Frequent musical bedfellows, Buzzo and Dunn will embark on a tour of the USA and the UK/Europe this fall. It’s Buzzo’s second-ever solo headline tour and first time in 10 years our on the road. Buzz will perform acoustic every show, backed on upright bass by Dunn. Direct support in the USA will come from another former ally, JD Pinkus (Butthole Surfers). Both were members of Fantômas, and Dunn’s work as a part of Melvins Lite. Get the EP or CD now and get tickets to see them on this tour in a city near you! Melvins just released their new album, Tarantua Heart via Ipecac Recordings. Stay tuned for a new interview with Buzz and Ghost Cult, coming soon. Continue reading
JD Pinkus (Butthole Surfers, Melvins) Shares a Single and Video for “Charmer” and Announces New Album “Grow A Pear”
Known for his work with Butthole Surfers and The Melvins, JD Pinkus, recently announced the release of his new LP, Grow A Pear, due June 7th via Shimmy-Disc records. This is the follow up to his 2021 LP, Fungus Shui. Pinkus has also shared the record’s first single, “Charmer,” accompanied by an experimental video by cinematographer, Courtney Sell. Head into the article below to watch the new video and find out more.
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ALBUM REVIEW: Melvins – Tarantula Heart
One day we pulled the curtains open on a bright, new day and out there on the street we were greeted by Melvins, taking their Tarantula Heart (Ipecac Recordings) procession all the way through the town. Zombie teddy bears and dogs in suits up on their hind legs stepped in time while King Buzzo, Dale Crover, and Steven McDonald lead the way, soon joined by drummer Roy Mayorga and guitarist Gary Chester from the flanks.
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