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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 […]
12 albums that formed metalcore in the early 2000s
In the early 2000s, a swath of new bands emerged across the states. They started a new wave of American heavy metal and inspired the sound we know metalcore to have today. While many of the bands from that time are gone or have drastically shifted their sound, the albums that dropped around then are […]
Slayer wedding jam session results in bride being thrown out of mosh pit
In what sounds like the most hardcore reception ever, a bride was thrown out of a Slayer mosh pit that took place at her own wedding. MetalSucks reports that Adam Schwartz and his longtime partner Katherine P-G got married on September 21, 2019. Read more: ‘Joker’ gets Starbucks secret menu drink inspired by villain’s iconic […]
Slayer unveil intense trailer for ‘The Repentless Killogy’ film
Slayer have unveiled an intense trailer for their upcoming film Slayer: The Repentless Killogy that will premiere in theaters for one-night only. Last week, the band announced the theatrical release that will take place on November 6 in more than 1,500 cinemas worldwide. Read more: The Killers share cryptic photo of possible song titles from […]
Slayer rep says Kardashians didn’t aid in $10M merch revenue this year
Slayer have commented yet again about fashion and the Kardashians after Kendall Jenner was photographed wearing one of the band’s t-shirts. Slayer have a history of talking about the Kardashians wearing metal tees that started back in 2017. Read more: Panic! At The Disco track featured in Netflix Christmas movie ‘Klaus’ That year, Kendall and […]
Slayer reveal ‘The Repentless Killogy’ theatrical debut date
Slayer have announced the theatrical release of their narrative short film Slayer: The Repentless Killogy. The one-night only event will take place on November 6 in more than 1,500 theaters worldwide. Read more: Beartooth drop energetic “Bad Listener” live video from Rock Am Ring The film is directed by BJ McDonnell, who directed three music […]
Storm Area 51 event creator proves Slayer fandom during broadcast
As if this Area 51 raid couldn’t get more ridiculous, apparently the guy who started one of the biggest memes of the year is a Slayer fan. To backtrack, there has been a meme going around about people that are RSVPing to a Facebook event that is planned to “storm Area 51.” Read more: Halsey […]
Riot Fest celebrates 15 years with TBS, Neck Deep, Slayer, blink-182, more
Another Riot Fest has come and gone, but this year’s marked an extra special milestone as the event threw its 15th punk-rock festivities. It went big this year, even past its lineup including schedule-wrapped beer cans and the return of Punk Rock & Paintbrushes. The latter hosted artwork from Tim Armstrong (Rancid), Tim McIlrath (Rise […]
Slayer announce ‘The Repentless Killogy’ farewell live album and movie
Slayer is about to bid us farewell, but they have a few more gifts to give the world before they go. The band announced The Repentless Killogy, a brief motion picture as well as a live audio recording of their show in Inglewood, CA from the Repentless tour. Read More: Microwave start a doppelgänger face-off in new […]
Slayer NASCAR deal pulled over other sponsors' “reactionary concerns”
Slayer, metal gods that have ruled for nearly 40 years are still blamelessly stirring up controversy in some markets. After recently being announced as the primary sponsor for a NASCAR team, they have been abruptly removed. Slayer was set to sponsor Rick Ware’s Racing No. 54 car, driven by JJ Yeley in the Monster Energy […]
Lamb Of God part ways with founding drummer Chris Adler
If you’ve seen Lamb Of God perform over the last couple years, you may have noticed founding member Chris Adler hasn’t been behind the drumkit. The band have officially announced Adler’s departure and introduced touring drummer Art Cruz as a full member. Read More: ‘Spider-Man’ statue labeled “demonic” by outraged Nebraska woman The band made the announcement […]
Slayer mark end of the road with announcement of final live shows
Slayer just announced The Final Campaign, the last leg of the band’s farewell world tour. Last week, the band was teasing that the “end” was coming this fall, but didn’t clarify what that meant and fueled a bunch of fan theories. Read more: Palaye Royale descend into madness in “Nervous Breakdown” They posted a video […]
Slayer tease "end" is coming this fall, fuel fan theories
Slayer are teasing their final chapter coming this fall and leaving fans to wonder what it could be. They have been on their farewell tour and posted a video teasing the “end” coming Fall 2019. Read more: ‘Jumanji: The Next Level’ drops first trailer introducing new characters The video shows a silhouette of a man […]
Metallica frontman James Hetfield rocks Slayer sing-along while driving
Metallica main man James Hetfield is known to listen to some rad tunes while driving, but it’s pretty sweet he’s sharing his love for Slayer with the world. The guitarist and vocalist posted a video to his Instagram of him driving down a highway tearing it up to Slayer’s “Angel Of Death.” Read More: J.K. Rowling faces backlash for […]
The Damned Things quest through hell in animated video
The Damned Things made a huge return with their first release since 2010 earlier this year, and they’re keeping the ball rolling. The band have dropped a new animated video for their single “Something Good” which was teased shortly before High Crimes was released. Read More: ‘It: Chapter Two’ launches art contest for return to Derry posters The […]
Punk lifers TSOL ponder “Is This Our Wonderful World?”—watch
The new TSOL single and its unconventional release are either the least punk thing the band have done in their 41-year history—or maybe the most. The song itself is almost as old as their singer, Jack Grisham, whose gentle croon is in fine form, even though he’s feeling every minute of his 57 years, many of […]
Slayer guitarist doesn't actually hate Kardashians, attacks modern rap
Gary Holt is plenty busy shredding guitar for Slayer and Exodus but he still managed to find some time to talk on a number of topics at a music clinic in Michigan. Holt is very outspoken against the Kardashians, frequently wearing shirts that read “Kill The Kardashians,” but he apparently doesn’t hate them. Read More: Oli Sykes says rock isn’t dead […]
Riot Fest announces 15th anniversary lineup for 2019
The wait is finally over, Riot Fest fans. The first wave of the 15th anniversary lineup for 2019 is officially here. Yesterday, the festival reminded fans that the lineup was on its way in true Riot Fest fashion. Read more: Ice Nine Kills combat Disney ban with Orlando “revenge” show “Tomorrow at 10am, you can stop complaining […]
Slayer releases limited-edition Jägermeister bottle to honor farewell run
Slayer are bringing Jägermeister fans a special treat with their latest collaboration with the liquor brand. Previously, the band as had tours and commercials with the company, but now they’re taking their partnership to a whole new level to celebrate their farewell tour. Read more: blink-182 may play ‘Enema’ in full again this summer, Mark […]
Slayer album artist Larry Carroll dies at 65
If we ever get any new Slayer albums, they just won’t look the same. The artist responsible for some of the band’s most iconic album covers, Larry Carroll, passed away yesterday morning at the age of 65. Read more: Tattoo artists in Kentucky may be banned from doing scar cover-ups Carroll is credited with the art for four […]
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