When you think of heavy music, images of raw power, defiance, and innovation come to mind—and Black creators have been at the forefront of this movement. Although often underestimated, these innovative musicians are known for their groundbreaking music, which blends punk’s rebellious spirit, metal’s intensity, and unique artistry. I’m a drummer and I’ve done Thrash, Crossover, and Death Metal projects over the years, some known, some not so much. But here in New York, I’ve grown up seeing everyone on stage. So this Black History Month, I want to show off the sounds of ten essential bands shaped by Black visionaries who have left an indelible mark on the world of heavy music. From thrash to hardcore, and everything in between. These bands embody the spirit of heavy music in all its glory. Continue reading
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Iggor Cavalera (Cavalera, ex-Sepultura) and Shane Embury (Napalm Death) Team Up for a Split Record
Two legends of the extreme metal scene – Iggor Cavalera (Cavalera / ex-Sepultura / Petbrick) and Shane Embury (Napalm Death / Dark Sky Burial) – have joined forces for a split record. Each artist contributes one track of dark ambient, industrial strength noise, and heavy synth-laden electronics; Iggor Cavalera’s “Neon Gods” and Shane Embury’s “Own Your Darkness.” The record is out March 21st via the Cold Spring label and distribution company. Keep reading to find out more.
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Jinjer Drop Their Single and Video for “Green Serpent” – New Album Coming Soon
Jinjer has released a new new single, “Green Serpent”, is prime preparation for the band’s new full-length. The song begins with thick grooves and calm, clear vocals by matchless vocalist Tatiana Shmayluk, before transforming into a furious steamroller shortly after. Once more, Jinjer nails their balance of various influences, defying all rules and setting their own path. “Green Serpent” has premiered alongside a blistering official music video and is now available on all streaming services worldwide. Watch the official music video for “Green Serpent” now!Continue reading
Nest (Scour, Agoraphobic Nosebleed) Share a Live Video Ft. Dennis Sanders (Spirit In The Room) – US Tour Kicks Off
St. Louis metal trio, Nest, have just kicked off a three-week tour in the US, running until the final stop on November 23rd in New Orleans, Louisiana. Spearheaded by Scour and Agoraphobic Nosebleed bassist, John Jarvis, they will be touring in support of their Endeavors full-length released in April via Housecore Records. They have also shared a live video from Philip Anselmo’s annual Housecore Home Haunt 2024, performing “Nice Shot” and cover of Sepultura’s “Roots Bloody Roots,” with Dennis Sanders (Spirit In The Room). Catch the live listings and video below.
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Jinjer Drop Their Single and Video for “Kafka” – New Album Coming Soon
Modern progressive leaders, Jinjer have just unleashed new single, “Kafka,”which is accompanied by an official music video. Following previous tracks, “Someone’s Daughter” and “Rogue,” it comes from their upcoming fifth studio album, Duél, set to be released on February 7, 2025 via Napalm Records. Watch it below.
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Jesus Piece to Kick Off UK and Ireland Tour with Sepultura, Jinjer, and Obituary
Jesus Piece are about to set off for UK and Irish shores on a five date live run. They perform as support to Sepultura, with Jinjer and Obituary. The tour kicks off in Manchester on November 08th. Head into the article below for the full live listings and more.
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Metallica, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Pantera, Ozzy Osbourne, and Slipknot are The Greatest Metal Bands of All-Time, According to Forbes
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Of all the websites in the world, financial magazine and website Forbes has released a list of the top 38 metal bands of all-time. The list actually has no real surprises. All the top most popular bands of all-time are present, topped by Metallica, with virtually no other surprises in terms of major underground bands. In picking their list Forbes wrote that it’s “impossible to include all metal sub-genres in this type of list, the sub-genres that are most prominent and influential across metal today were considered with priority.” They added that all 38 bands were chosen due to having “the most significant impact in the metal genre, and a number of these bands are among the genre’s most famous and revered bands.”
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Jinjer Share Their New Single and Video “Rogue” – American and European Tour Dates Kicking Off Soon
Ukrainian metal juggernauts, Jinjer, have just unleashed their brand new single, “Rogue,” via Napalm Records. Now available on streaming services worldwide, it comes with a music video, and arrives less than two weeks before they initiate a huge touring schedule. The band’s upcoming live dates span North America, Europe, and Latin America by the end of 2024, with some appearances starting to emerge for next year. Check out the new video and live listings below.
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Tool, Sepultura, Fontaines D.C., Alanis Morissette, and More Booked for Lollapalooza Chile, Lollapalooza Argentina, and Lollapalooza Brasil 2025
Lollapalooza Chile, Lollapalooza Argentina, and Lollapalooza Brasil have revealed the lineups for the 2025 editions, featuring headliners Tool, Sepultura, Fontaines D.C., Alanis Morissette, as well as Olivia Rodrigo, Justin Timberlake, Shawn Mendes, and Rüfüs Du Sol. The diverse bills also features Benson Boone, Foster the People, Tate McRae, Parcels, Zedd, Charlotte de Witte, Teddy Swims, The Marías, Mon Laferte, and many more. Tickets are on sale now. Continue reading
Swallow The Sun Featuring Ballet Finland to Perform “Plague of Butterflies” at 70000 Tons of Metal Cruise
In a groundbreaking event, Finnish Metal icons Swallow The Sun featuring the Avant-Garde Ballet Finland are set to present their collaborative performance, “Plague of Butterflies”, during 70000TONS OF METAL in 2025. This unique performance will make its World Premiere outside of Finland in January 2025, on board The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise, with two separate presentations of the work occurring whilst on board. Following each of the two performances of “Plague of Butterflies”, Swallow The Sun will play two different regular sets as well.Continue reading