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Here’s how ABR vocalist Jake Luhrs’ new gym is the first of its kind

Jake Luhrs had a life-changing realization 11 years ago. The August Burns Red singer visited a community center, where locals were working out in a gym, when he noticed a few classrooms for children nearby. That’s when it hit him: Gym environments needed more honesty, more openness and more opportunity for growth. “I was like, ‘They […]

Here are the 15 best metalcore breakdowns of 2020 so far

In modern metalcore, the generic breakdown as we know it seems to be close to extinction. But the way you recognize a good one remains unchanged—it’s when you sense the ultimate release of anticipation approaching, yet it still catches you by surprise. Hold your breath and get ready to headbang to some of the best […]

August Burns Red focus on the positive of helping others with ‘Guardians’

August Burns Red are gearing up to drop their ninth full-length, Guardians, and this time around, they’re trying out something new with the way they’ve put their material together.  The record, which arrives April 3 via Fearless Records, sees the five-piece bringing a heavier approach than they’ve ever achieved before while they push further into […]

Killswitch Engage announce 'Atonement' tour with August Burns Red

Killswitch Engage are embarking on a Spring 2020 headlining tour set to kick off this March and span across North America. Check out the full list of dates below! Read more: Hayley Williams turns Paramore-inspired ‘SNL’ skit into perfect meme KSE will start their trek March 12 in Cleveland, Ohio before finishing up April 12 in […]

‘Sounds Of The Underground’ will help you find your next favorite band

To put it kindly, the music industry is a beast. However, in a cutthroat business that tends to swallow aspiring artists, Johnny Zirkel is combating the BS with Sounds Of The Underground. While some may scoff at tuning in to see small acts yet to ascend, putting them next to wily veterans just might be […]

Luke Holland revisits ABR drum cover for #10YearChallenge

Luke Holland is taking the #TenYearChallenge to an entirely new level by revisiting his 2009 cover of August Burns Red’s “Meddler”. Check out the incredible cover (and transformation) below! Read more: 12 artists share their “ten year challenge” transformations 2019 brought the “ten year challenge” into our lives, consisting of people posting side-by-side photos of themselves, one […]