Introduction to ‘Ozzy Day’ On Wednesday, July 22, the vibrant city of Birmingham will unite in a grand celebration to honor one of its most renowned cultural icons. The city is set to commemorate the first ever “Ozzy Day,” an occasion that promises to be both joyous and memorable. This event has been designed as a free program, open to the public, featuring live music, public art, special performances, and shared moments. All these elements…
GOJIRA ANNOUNCE FILL-IN DRUMMER AFTER U.S. ‘IMMIGRATION ISSUE’
Gojira Announce Fill-In Drummer Following Visa Complications Introduction to the Issue Renowned for their innovative sound and profound impact on the metal scene, Gojira has recently encountered an unexpected hurdle as they gear up for their much-anticipated festival performances. The band, originating from France, has been forced to announce a temporary replacement for their esteemed drummer, Mario Duplantier. This development follows an unforeseen ‘immigration issue’ related to U.S. visa complications that have impeded Duplantier’s ability…
SEE VOIVOD PERFORM WITH ERIC FORREST IN BUDAPEST DURING SUMMER 2026 EUROPEAN TOUR
Introduction to VOIVOD’s Summer 2026 European Tour In the summer of 2026, the renowned Canadian progressive metal band VOIVOD embarked on an exciting European tour, much to the delight of their dedicated fan base. However, this much-anticipated tour was marked by an unexpected development that introduced a fresh dynamic to their performances. Denis “Snake” Bélanger’s Temporary Departure Denis “Snake” Bélanger, the iconic frontman of VOIVOD, was notably absent from the tour. This absence was due…
SLAUGHTER TO PREVAIL VOCALIST ON BACKLASH TOUR OPENER IS GETTING
Introduction to the Slaughter to Prevail Tour Controversy The metal music scene, known for its intense energy and passionate fanbase, is currently abuzz with controversy. The focus of this uproar is none other than the band Slaughter to Prevail, whose decision to include Rev3rent as the opening act for their upcoming 2026 tour has sparked significant backlash among fans and critics alike. Background on Slaughter to Prevail Slaughter to Prevail, a band renowned for its…
ANTHRAX SHARES BEHIND-THE-SCENES FOOTAGE FROM MAKING OF ‘THE EDGE OF PERFECTION’ MUSIC VIDEO
Introduction to ANTHRAX’s Latest Release ANTHRAX, the renowned thrash metal band, has recently shared compelling behind-the-scenes footage from the making of the official music video for “The Edge Of Perfection”. This track stands as the second single from their eagerly anticipated twelfth full-length studio album, “Cursum Perficio”, which is set for release on September 18. The album will be available through Megaforce in the U.S. and Nuclear Blast internationally, marking a significant milestone in the…
JASON NEWSTED RECALLS WHEN DARTS WERE THROWN AT METALLICA ONSTAGE
Introduction to the Incident Involving Metallica and Darts During a recent podcast appearance, the renowned musician Jason Newsted, who is widely recognized for his tenure with the legendary metal band Metallica, recounted a particularly memorable and unusual incident that occurred during one of the band’s live performances. This incident, which involved objects being hurled towards the stage, eventually prompted Metallica to make the decision to halt the show temporarily, underscoring both the unexpected nature of…