Although QUEENSRŸCHE would score multi-platinum albums and hit singles over their career, their fans have developed an undeniable love for the group’s early releases, the 1983 EP and 1984’s “The Warning” album, when they helped trailblaze a style of rock… Read More ›
Since forming 43 years ago, Cro-Mags would eventually turn the hardcore punk / metal scene upside down releasing some of the genre’s most important records: ‘Age Of Quarrel (1986) and ‘Best Wishes’ (1989). And while the band would be riddled… Read More ›
Although point of origin shouldn’t be an issue, Panchiko hail from Nottingham, England. And while the band’s inception date has been hard to pin down, it’d be safer to say to it was over two decades ago and change. Their… Read More ›
Blue Island, Illinois’ own Enuff Z’Nuff was originally formed by singer Donnie Vie and bassist Chip Z’Nuff some 42 years ago. And while they enjoyed massive MTV airplay during the first self-titled record’s cycle, it was their two radio hits… Read More ›
The iconic KK’S PRIEST – featuring Judas Priest alum and GRAMMY Award musicians K.K. Downing (guitar) and Tim “Ripper” Owens (vocals) – announced their first USA headline tour, which kicked off on March 7, 2024 in Fort Lauderdale, FL and featured support from… Read More ›
It’s been 42 years since Armored Saint came together and then shortly thereafter released their self-titled EP on Metal Blade Records just a year later. If you’re looking for a classic heavy metal band with pretty much all of their… Read More ›
Since forming 14 years ago, Gloryhammer have been flying the flag for British heavy metal wearing armour and costumes on stage showcasing their own made-up characters. ‘Tales From The Kingdom Of Fife’ was the first record issued on powerhouse metal… Read More ›
Canada’s Voivod have enjoyed the kind of career most musical acts would envy. For the uninitiated, this Canadian quartet plays a heady blend of metal and punk with psychedelic overtones while employing both complex and odd arrangements. At present, Voivod… Read More ›
For over 45 years, singer Dave Dictor has been flying the flag for MDC, a band whose moniker can change whenever the band finds a suitable acronym. Past records have included titles and songs such as Multi-Death Corporations, Millions of… Read More ›
Matteo’s latest interview with rock historian and guitar great Rick Beato has already reached over 1 million views, further boosting the guitar progeny to even more unimaginable heights. Taking cues from the jazz greats of yore, Matteo’s latest interview showcases… Read More ›
Before Slaughter even released their Platinum-selling debut record on Chrysalis Records – ‘Stick It To Ya’ – the band had already garnered the kind of street buzz that no amount of major label money could buy. For those who don’t… Read More ›
Huntington Beach’s own (Hed) P.E. have been carrying the flag of G Punk ever since forming in 1994. After myriad shows in the Southern California area, the band grabbed the attention of numerous major labels and eventually landed a proper… Read More ›
Although there are only 10 dates on Burning Witches’ abbreviated US tour, the buzz created by their latest album on Napalm Records, ‘The Dark Tower,’ is undeniable. Roseville is one of the last shows on the docket and, more than… Read More ›
Ever since the release of the band’s debut album on Combat Records, ‘Seven Churches,’ Possessed have often been credited with creating the death metal genre. Along with the other huge names in the genre, namely the sadly defunct Death and… Read More ›
20 Buck Spin is now streaming Inward To Gethsemane, the horrific fifth album from Oakland-based death metal quintet VASTUM, ahead of its official worldwide unveiling this Friday.
American alternative metal band, GEMINI SYNDROME recently, stopped by Roseville as part of a package of openers supporting The Duke of Spook, Wednesday 13. Find GEMINI SYNDROME online here. Photos courtesy of Jennifer Black @ Black J Photo.
For the better part of 9 years, founder Leonid Vorobyev (bass guitar, keyboards, piano, synth, backing and lead vocals), Igor Javad-Zade (drums) and an ever-changing batch of uber-talented musicians have been releasing countless YouTube videos to great acclaim.
Arizona thrash metallers INCITE are supporting Cavalera on the Morbid Devastation Fall 2023 Tour! The journey began, August 29th, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with a stop in Sacramento at Ace Of Spades. and comes to a close on October 18th… Read More ›
Stockholm based heavy rock megalith LUCIFER have announced the release date of their magnificent new album, LUCIFER V, which is due out on January 26th, 2024 on Nuclear Blast Records. Consisting of nine unholy hymns, LUCIFER‘s fifth offering can easily be regarded… Read More ›
Perhaps one of the most prolific musicians to ever rise out of the Sacramento Valley, singer / songwriter Anton Barbeau has been busy for the last three decades releasing an astounding 30 full-lengths and myriad singles, EPs, and more.
Metal Blade Records is pleased to announce that it is releasing Mercyful Fate‘s classic Melissa digitally on October 30 in celebration of the album’s 40th Anniversary.
Although the Big 4 always seemed exclusionary and possibly needed revision or mere additions, there is little doubt that Death Angel have flown the flag of thrash metal with great effect for over three decades. What started with the release… Read More ›
Nearly four decades into their illustrious careers, the CAVALERA brothers have re-recorded the cataclysmic debut releases that started it all for them, Morbid Visions and Bestial Devastation.
Iconic, experimental death metal outfit JOB FOR A COWBOY will release their long-awaited new full-length, Moon Healer, on February 23rd, 2024 via Metal Blade Records. The release marks the band’s first new full-length in a decade!
The newly-minted Sugar Pine Music Festival, formerly the Hangtown Music Festival in Placerville, moves to Grass Valley for four days of eclectic and eccentric music. October 19 to 22.
If you haven’t been paying attention, the Cafe Colonial and The Colonial Theatre have been quite active as of late. Although there are many holes in the latter’s calendar, expect lots more shows towards the end of 2023 and into… Read More ›
This year’s gathering features a cosplay contest and make-up competition in addition to signings and photo-ops with some of the most recognizable names in the business. Some of the celebrity names include Billy Zane (Titanic, Demon Knight), Cassandra Peterson (Elvira),… Read More ›
It’s rare when an opener garners more buzz than its headliner, but such is the case with New York City’s Imperial Triumphant. A limited run of shows supporting the newest record, ‘Spirit Of Ecstasy,’ finds the band paired up with… Read More ›
Minnesotan metal musicians Amiensus are finally back with their unique spin on post-black metal, prog, melodic death metal, and much more. Compared to their stellar previous record Abreaction, this one overall has more clean vocals and acoustic guitar passages. But… Read More ›
Blind Guardian’s 22-date US tour supporting ‘The God Machine’ started on April 18th at The Fillmore in Maryland and will inevitably end with a coveted headlining slot at the 2024 Milwaukee Metal Fest in mid-May. For those not in the… Read More ›
As Candlemass quickly approaches a new milestone of four decades of existence, this special triple vinyl set, ‘Tritonus Nights’, includes stellar recent performances of both the ‘Epicus…’ and ‘Nightfall’ albums in their entirety, which took place at the esteemed Södra… Read More ›
Metal Blade Records is pleased to welcome CATEGORY 7, the new band featuring vocalist John Bush, guitarists Phil Demmel and Mike Orlando, bassist Jack Gibson, and drummer Jason Bittner, to its legendary roster!
Finnish folk metal superstars KORPIKLAANI have announced the name and release date of their upcoming new studio album, Rankarumpu, which is due to be released on April 5th, 2024.
The wait is almost over! Cult US heavy metal unit RIOT (V) will finally unleash their much-anticipated studio album Mean Streets on May 10th via Atomic Fire Records. In advance of the record’s official release, today the band has launched a lyric video… Read More ›