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CHILDREN OF BODOMHatebreeder
Children of Bodom turn neoclassical flash, blackened aggression and irresistible hooks into a fast, reckless and enduring melodic metal record.
Spineshank Announce ‘Nu Metal Sucks’ Tour
Spineshank will tour with (Hed) P.E. and Primer 55 for a final celebration of ‘The Height Of Callousness’.
6.0
BLACKWATER HOLYLIGHTNot Here Not Gone
Blackwater Holylight drift through doom, psychedelia and dreamlike rock with patience, though the album sometimes dissolves into mist.
Nevermore Reveal New Lineup and Label Deal
Nevermore have signed with Reigning Phoenix Music and introduced vocalist Berzan Önen alongside three new members.
4.0
IN FLAMESClayman
A transitional record with undeniable hooks, but one whose streamlined attack often trades depth for repetition and blunt impact.
Metal Church Announce ‘Dead To Rights’ Album
Metal Church will release their thirteenth studio album, ‘Dead To Rights’, on April 10 through Rat Pak Records.
7.0
EDGE OF SANITYCrimson
An ambitious single-piece death metal work whose melodic continuity impresses even when its long-form pacing occasionally loosens.
4.0
SYLOSISThe New Flesh
Sylosis deliver precision and muscle, but too many songs mistake heaviness for drama and technical control for momentum.
Cryptopsy to Headline 2026 Decibel Tour
Cryptopsy will lead the 2026 Decibel Magazine Tour with Necrot, Fulci and Blood Monolith.
Queensrÿche Announce European Summer Tour
Queensrÿche will play European headline shows and major festivals throughout June and July 2026.
5.0
RONKERRespect The Hustle, I Won't Be Your Dog Forever
Ronker bring noise, pressure and attitude, but the record’s blunt-force momentum rarely develops into a lasting identity.
Metal Allegiance Return With ‘Black Horizon’
Metal Allegiance have released their first original song since 2018, featuring Alice In Chains vocalist William DuVall.
Black Label Society Announce European Tour
Black Label Society will tour Europe from May through August 2026 with rotating support acts.
Steel Panther Announce 2026 European Tour
Steel Panther will bring the ‘Twenty Twenty S€x’ tour to Europe and the UK across June and July.
Power Trip and Municipal Waste Lead Metal & Beer Fest
Decibel Metal & Beer Fest returns to Philadelphia in May 2026 with Power Trip and Municipal Waste headlining.
Helix Announce New Album ‘Scrap Metal’
Canadian hard rock veterans Helix will release ‘Scrap Metal’ on January 23 through Perris Records.
Anthrax Near Completion of Long-Awaited Album
Charlie Benante says only one song remains to be mixed for Anthrax’s first studio album since 2016.
In Flames Announce Major European Summer Tour
In Flames will play more than 25 European dates between July and August 2026, ending at Göteborg Brinner.
Manowar Announce ‘Kings Of Metal’ 2027 Tour
Manowar will celebrate ‘Kings Of Metal’ and ‘Fighting The World’ with alternating full-album sets in 2027.
Slipknot Complete $120 Million Catalogue Deal
Slipknot have sold royalty interests in their existing catalogue to HarbourView Equity Partners.