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32 bands on their best Riot Fest memories—gallery
Riot Fest is a yearly highlight. This year’s performers reflect on their favorite memories from the festival, and relive the event with our photo gallery.
Prepare for Halloween with Dani Filth's favorite horror movie picks
Editor’s note: Few bands exemplify the spirit of the season better than Cradle Of Filth. With the Oct. 22 release of Existence Is Futile, the metal band are continuing to deliver the sound and imagery we all know and love. Just in time for Halloween’s fast approach, frontman and horror movie buff Dani Filth shared […]
10 alternative artists who have defined Riot Fest throughout the years
Over the years, Riot Fest has taken over Chicago’s Douglas Park with circus sideshows, carnival games and, most importantly, an incredible lineup. But its history stretches even further back, drawing people of all ages and backgrounds between its hub and offshoots in Toronto and Denver. The festival has been running for 15 years strong, solidifying […]
Nine Inch Nails, Run The Jewels and more set to headline Riot Fest 2021
The organizers of Riot Fest have announced that the festival is returning to Douglass Park in Chicago this fall. In typical Riot fashion, the lineup for Sept. 17, 18 and 19 is stacked. “We’ve missed you and we can’t wait to see you this year,” the festival organizers shared. Headliners include alternative veterans Nine Inch […]
Believe it or not, parental support was the biggest influence on GWAR
For over three decades, the members of GWAR have been pushing risque humor, audience endurance and decibel meters. Their schtick of being “Antarctica’s No. 1 band” never gets old. That’s because they never focused solely on just one element. Between tasteless jokes and tasty riffs, the Richmond, Virginia, performance art collective-cum-metal force mean a lot […]
These 10 releases make Record Store Day's second drop worth the wait
This weekend, Record Store Day begins the second RSD Drops. On Sept. 26, collectors can frequent participating stores for the limited-edition vinyl releases to spruce up both their collections and their hearing. It’s the second of three RSD events in an effort to minimize crowding and social distancing concerns in stores. Not to mention the […]
These 10 shock-rockers dared to take things to the highest extremes
Rock ‘n’ roll has the capability to inspire and offend. And it’s even cooler if both of those things can be done at the same time. Welcome to the world of shock-rockers, artists who strive to push themselves to the highest extremes, creatively and personally at whatever cost. But first some mitigating factors. Rock ‘n’ […]
Here's how you can win a prop from Frank Iero's latest music video
Frank Iero is offering fans the opportunity to win a prop from his music video for “Medicine Square Garden” by recreating a scene from the video. He’s running a contest through his social media and the winners will be receiving props from the shoot while an extra prize will be announced later in the week. Iero […]
These 10 metal tribute bands will make you fist pump and facepalm
You know why heavy metal is awesome? Because it’s a genre that fortifies the idea of power, rebellion and freedom. These are important constructs to modern life. But then again, so is the ability to not take yourself so damned seriously. It’s a genre that’s made by people extremely dedicated to what they do. And […]
10 comic books that are just as punk rock as your favorite album
The first Saturday of May is held near and dear to the hearts of every comic book fan as Free Comic Book Day. Comic shops collectively open their doors to the legions of Marvel fanatics and DC devotees, offering exclusive issues for free in order to reward comic fans for their loyalty and to encourage […]
Watch Frank Iero And The Future Violents become GWAR’s latest victims
Get ready to break out your classic aerobic tight pants and leg warmers. Frank Iero And The Future Violents dropped a jazzy new video for “Medicine Square Garden.” “Medicine Square Garden” is from the 2019 album Barriers and will be the last video made from the album. Read More: Here are 20 punk and metal songs you can […]
Hear Kool Keith team up with hardcore unit Thetan for mind-blowing LP
Hip-hop icon Kool Keith teaming up with a powerviolence hardcore unit from Nashville? We’re all in! Today Altpress is premiering Space Goretex, the stellar full-length collaboration of rugged duo Thetan with one of rap’s enduring masters. “This album continues where my earlier classic albums left off,” says Kool Keith about Space Goretex. “You can play […]
10 metal covers of pop songs whose awesomeness will not be denied
Heavy metal covers of pop hits? Let’s face it, that idea is usually perceived as comedy. The extremity of metal (volume, performance, roaring vocals, rebellion) meeting the realm of pop (hooky, safe, feel-good, compliant) is some fire and water shizz, right there. But look, you went ahead and clicked on it anyway. We’re not out […]
Top 10 wildest live metal bands with unforgettable performances
Live music is one of the best things in life, but not all bands offer the same experience when you go to see them perform. Some are subdued and just fun to listen to, while others are all about crowd participation. Some just have such wild stage setups, you can’t help but be amazed. If […]
10 metal tribute bands you’ll be surprised exist
Metal has always been a ridiculous genre dating back to its beginnings. With the cheesy ways musicians dressed to their over-serious attitudes, there’s too much to keep track of. But there’s a ton of bands who take the hilarity to a whole other level. From tribute bands dedicated to Breaking Bad, McDonald’s or Star Wars, […]
10 metal holiday songs to help you kick off the season
With the holidays rolling in, the music on the radio, in stores and on TV shifts to Christmas carols and cheesy holiday music, but not every part of the season needs to be clean and chipper. Sure, you’re probably still going to have to deal with Michael Bublé blaring through the grocery store for a […]
10 metal bands who brought their aesthetic to comic books
Metal bands inarguably have the best aesthetic of any genre, with many musicians looking like characters in real life, so it’s not surprising many have their own comics. From the iconic space alien costumes of the GWAR musicians to Rob Zombie or Alice Cooper’s horror vibes, metal musicians achieve the perfect aesthetic for artists to […]
Ghost Halloween costumes span band’s diverse album eras
Shock rock band Ghost have the perfect aesthetic for the Halloween season, and from the look of their 2019 holiday gear, it’s pretty easy to see they’re a step above most bands in terms of marketing themselves well. Every October, metal fans think up ways they can sport their music taste with their costume and though Slipknot, King Diamond, GWAR […]
Faces of Riot Fest: Frank Iero, iDKHOW, the Damned Things, grandson, more
It’s been nearly a week since Riot Fest celebrated its 15th year with a stacked lineup and legion of fans. Taking over Douglas Park in Chicago, the fest featured everyone from the Struts to GWAR. You may have seen them perform onstage with your own eyes or vicariously through social media posts. But we wanted […]
GWAR challenge Archie Comics to blood-soaked Riverdale crossover
The world of Riverdale has seen some pretty epic crossovers via the Archie Comics series. Writer Alex Segura has brought to life some iconic series including Archie Meets Ramones and Archie Meets KISS. Now, it looks like GWAR want to be the next rock band to visit Riverdale, bestowing a challenge to the writer in hopes of invading […]
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