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Inside the next wave of British heavy metal

The British are coming? Nah, they never really went away. Whether it be the prototypical likes of Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden and Judas Priest, game-changing extremists Napalm Death, Bolt Thrower and Carcass or more recent globe-straddling champions such as Architects, Bring Me The Horizon and Asking Alexandria, there’s scarcely been a moment since Tony Iommi […]

A history of punk and metal fusion, from Motörhead to Metallica

Nov. 20, 1980, after-dinner hour: England’s eyes were focused on Top Of The Pops, BBC’s long-running pop program, as they had every Thursday evening since the first day of 1964. In the middle of the rundown of the U.K.’s 30 best-selling singles appeared this apparition, resembling black leather Visigoths from a Hell’s Angels fever dream. […]

7 times rock fought back, from Rage Against The Machine to Pussy Riot

On March 28, Florida lawmakers officially passed their “Don’t Say Gay” Bill. As reported by The Guardian, the bill signed by Florida Gov. Ron Desantis forbids instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity from kindergarten to third grade. The policy has faced heavy scrutiny on a national front. Many argue that it isolates and marginalizes […]

11 bands and genres that prove Black Flag are a continued influence

“When Damaged came out, it perfectly represented the depths and darkness of my particular teen angst,” Adam Grossman, guitarist for Angkor Wat, Skrew and Ministry, tells Alternative Press. “It was the soundtrack of my life at that point in time.” Any musician involved in the most extreme forms of musical expression owes their existence and […]

15 metal artists who went solo and blew audiences away even more

Whether it’s a less than amicable split with their former band or an unfulfilled urge to pursue a different path of musical creativity, the biggest names in the metal world have tried going solo at one point. However, it takes a certain caliber of artist to hold up a career under their name alone, whether […]

Bob Becker, Fearless Records founder, launches Thriller Records & signee

Bob Becker, the Fearless Records founder, has launched an all-new record label called Thriller Records. “After starting and running Fearless Records for 25 years, I feel like there is still plenty of opportunity out there and gas in the tank,” Becker exclusively told Alternative Press. “The new label, Thriller Records, will give me and our […]

UK organizers detail how COVID-19 may change 2021 festival lineups

Organizers overseas are currently gearing up for the return of music festivals this summer. As COVID-19 cases in the U.K. slowly decline and more vaccinations are administered, many are optimistic that this year’s festival season will bring back some normalcy in what’s truly been an unprecedented past year. Despite some festivals going ahead as planned, […]

10 musicians who used weird samples in their songs without you knowing it

Sometimes, the best music doesn’t come purely from guitars, basses, drums and so forth. There are instances where the coolest sounds that make or break a track come from everyday objects, voices of strangers and more.  Recording technology has come a long way from the old days, where if you wanted a weird sound, you […]

Lzzy Hale just shared the story behind Rob Halford's new platform heels

Last month, Rob Halford shared a series of photos of him in some killer high heels. As it turns out, the impressive footwear was actually a gift from Halestorm‘s Lzzy Hale. Now, Hale has finally revealed the real story behind her gift to the Judas Priest frontman. Read more: Did this leak just reveal new […]

10 underrated '90s lead singers who stepped in when another vocalist left

Replacing an original band member is never a fun experience, and there’s surely no role more difficult to fill than that of the lead singer. There have been exceptions to the rule, in the sense that the band went on to continue being successful (think Sammy Hagar in Van Halen), but there have also been […]

24 metal and metalcore bands who changed vocalists and then switched back

Being in a band ain’t easy. You’ve got many creative personalities in a massive tug of war. Oh yeah, then you have to live with each other and those decisions on the road for months on end. Lineup changes aren’t uncommon, though a vocalist switch-up has the possibility to be the most debilitating. Some bands […]

QUIZ: Which color should you dye your hair based on your music taste?

For everyone in the scene, changing your hair color and style is a fact of life. It’s as commonplace as wanting to express yourself through tattoos, piercings, makeup and nails. There are so many options for achieving the perfect emo look, whether you like spray-on dye or semi-permanent color from Hayley Williams’ Good Dye Young […]

The Ultimate Metal Gift Guide: 19 holiday present ideas for metalheads

Metal fans, rejoice! We know that the holidays may not have the dark vibe you usually appreciate, but asking for the perfect gift has never been easier. While gift cards are always appreciated, nothing beats the feeling of seeing the exact item you asked for waiting underneath the tree. Shop our picks for you or […]

10 things you probably didn’t know about My Chemical Romance’s ‘Danger Days’

It’s been an entire decade since the Killjoys first made some noise on 2010’s Danger Days: The True Lives Of The Fabulous Killjoys. The aftermath is secondary, ultimately legendary and a timely reminder that My Chemical Romance can turn their hands to any far-fetched concept and produce a timeless, genre-defining album in the process. For […]

30 metal bands who pioneered heavy music in Latin America

Heavy metal is most often viewed as a Westernized genre of music. While bands such as Black Sabbath, Judas Priest and Iron Maiden get their fair share of credit for creating the genre, others in different parts of the world are overlooked. Latin metal in particular has a long and fruitful history that largely gets […]

20 scene closing album tracks that you should always skip to first

Sometimes you have to finish before you start. While streaming and playlists have killed the album experience for some, there are plenty of other music fans who still clamor for the full record. The bands below found creative and inspiring ways to end their LPs with a song so strong, it remains the perfect closing […]

Ozzy Osbourne announces final tour’s rescheduled dates with Judas Priest

Back in 2019, Ozzy Osbourne was forced to postpone his No More Tours 2 European and U.K. run with Judas Priest due to his ongoing health issues. Now, the Prince of Darkness has announced that the tour is rescheduled for 2022. Read more: It looks like we’ll be seeing Jared Leto as the Joker again […]

Here’s how Lady Gaga reacted to Rob Halford joining her fans at a show

In case you didn’t know, Judas Priest‘s Rob Halford and Lady Gaga have been friends for years. Now, Halford has revealed how the two became friends and which Judas Priest and Lady Gaga songs he would love to perform with the Artpop star. Read more: No, Spirit Halloween didn’t really take over the Amoeba Music […]

Corey Taylor to play Slipknot, Stone Sour and ‘CMFT’ songs for virtual gig

Corey Taylor‘s highly-awaited debut solo album CMFT arrives on Oct. 2. In celebration of the album’s release, Taylor has announced a massive new arena gig that he is livestreaming exclusively for fans. For Forum Or Against ‘Em, the historic pay-per-view streaming event, Taylor has a lot in store. Not only is he playing new material […]

QUIZ: Can you pass this ultimate Ozzfest trivia test?

Living well is the best revenge. After Sharon Osbourne, Ozzy Osbourne’s famed manager and wife, was rejected by alternative powerhouse festival Lollapalooza for an Ozzy band performance, she took matters into her own hands and created a metal event of her own, Ozzfest. It was truly a DIY family affair, featuring many of Ozzy’s bands […]
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