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Chelsea Grin return with a smile on Suffer In Hell / Suffer In Heaven

With their double LP Suffer In Hell/Suffer In Heaven, Chelsea Grin continue to evolve. Guitarist Stephen Rutishauser details the release and their journey.

Dance Gavin Dance release “Synergy” featuring Don Broco's Rob Damiani—watch

Dance Gavin Dance have released their first new music in almost two years with “Synergy.” The track features guest vocals from Don Broco‘s Rob Damiani. The music video is also the first to feature guitarist Andrew Wells as an official full-time member of the band. Check out the new visual for Dance Gavin Dance‘s “Synergy” […]

Dance Gavin Dance announce SWANFEST 2022 with Movements, Knocked Loose, more

Dance Gavin Dance have announced the lineup for SWANFEST, a one-day festival headlined and curated by the band. The festival will take place April 23 at Heart Health Park in the band’s hometown of Sacramento, California. Read more: Tilian Pearson reveals how taking psychedelics informed ‘Factory Reset’ Joining Dance Gavin Dance are Animals As Leaders, […]

15 music producers who made major career moves with their early work

In the music world, everybody has to start somewhere. While a producer’s early albums are their proving ground for a bright future in the field, they also need luck on their side to find a successful band and a scene-changing album to springboard the rest of their career into the stratosphere. From legendary production masters […]

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 […]

2020 in memoriam: Remembering the ones we lost

Each year comes with loss and change. 2020, in particular, has been one with an overwhelming amount of grief. It’s hard to know what to say when you lose people you admire, whether you know them personally or were inspired by the art they created. Hold the people you care about close and thank them. […]

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 […]

20 black musicians throwing down in hardcore and metalcore

As protests against police brutality rage on in the United States and across the world, we’re turning to music as a way to understand our emotions. The anger and sadness that comes with looking directly at how police and society as a whole have been treating the black community is something to embrace and channel […]

Watch Volumes glitch through LA in their brutal new single "Pixelate"

After teasing it on the awesome Fearless At Home live-stream event, Volumes just dropped their second single “Pixelate.”  “Pixelate” is the second new track that Volumes have dropped since announcing the return of former vocalist Michael Barr with the track “holywater.”  Read More: Hear Billie Eilish get a heavy twist from Anthrax and Suicidal Tendencies Barr […]

Hear a heavy teaser for Volumes' new media analyzing track "Pixelate"

Volumes were set to hit the road providing support for the Vengeance tour with co-headliners Attila and Xavier Wulf and while the outing has been postponed, the band are offering up a teaser for some new music. The band are teasing a new song called “Pixelate” discussing our media consumption as a society as part of Fearless Records‘ massive Fearless At […]

Here are the bands performing at Fearless Records’ livestream event

Fearless Records just announced their alternative star-studded lineup for their livestream event Fearless at Home. Artists such as As It Is, Grayscale, Ice Nine Kills, Locket, Plain White T’s, Set It Off, The Almost, The Plot In You, The Pretty Reckless, and Wage War will be performing acoustic sets. Read more: Fans could still see […]

Here are the 10 djent bands who gave the genre its start

Djent is a relatively new genre built by many incredible bands. While it’s become a standard part of metal now, it wouldn’t be as common without a handful of acts who pushed it to the mainstream. Sure, the earliest djent bands cite Meshuggah as inspiration for its formation, but without Volumes, Periphery, SikTh and others, […]

Coronavirus: Concerts, tours, festivals and more cancellation tracker

The coronavirus is having a massive impact on the entertainment industry, and as the pandemic continues to grow, more events are either canceling or postponing. With every industry from music, film, sports and more being affected by the spread of the virus, we’re keeping track of which events are being called off. Check back for […]

Volumes talk hip-hop and metal’s intersection on Vengeance tour

Volumes reintroduced original co-vocalist Micheal Barr back into the fold with the release of their most recent single “holywater” to the delight of longtime fans. The band are planning to drop a new full-length at some point in 2020, but before then, Barr will be hitting the road with Volumes for the first time since […]

Born Of Osiris cancel tour after Volumes drop off to focus on mental health

Born Of Osiris were set to embark on a European tour with Volumes and Oceans Ate Alaska soon but they’re canceling the dates after both support acts dropped out. The band posted a lengthy message on their social media accounts saying they understand and respect the decisions, highlighting Volumes’ need to focus on themselves right now. Read More: Machine Gun […]

Volumes address passing of former guitarist Diego Farias

Earlier today, news broke that former Volumes guitarist Diego Farias passed away at the age of 27. The information was first shared by his brother and fellow former bandmate Gus Farias. Now, Volumes have confirmed the news and shared their own statement on the musician’s passing. Read more: The Used reveal collab-packed ‘Heartwork’ album details […]

Diego Farias (ex-Volumes) reportedly dies at 27

Diego Farias, the former Volumes guitarist has reportedly passed away at the age of 27. Farias left the band less than a week ago, shortly after his brother Gus, as the band detailed in a lengthy statement on Jan. 31. As a founding member of Volumes, Diego had been with the band since they began […]

Volumes address member changes in lengthy statement

Volumes let go of vocalist Gus Farias back in December and now the band have also parted ways with his brother and guitar player Diego Farias while bringing back former vocalist Michael Barr. The band made a lengthy statement on their social media accounts explaining the decision shortly after dropping a new song, “holywater.” Read More: […]

Volumes vocalist says he was fired from the band "for personal bullshit"

Metalcore band Volumes have now parted ways with their vocalist Gus Farias. The band have yet to share a statement on the departure but Farias posted a video on his Instagram claiming he “did not quit.” Read More: Andrew McMahon reacts to Target allegedly ripping off lyrics for pillow “I just want to make it […]

American Football drop music video and other news you might have missed today

Volumes released a new EP—plus, don’t miss Potty Mouth on tour. Check out the news you might have missed today below! 1. Lucy Dacus drops Mother’s Day soundtrack Lucy Dacus released her latest single just in time for Mother’s Day. “My Mother & I” may seem like an anthem for moms, but it actually takes […]
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