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Babymetal Metal Forth: Icons of Revolution Return with a Genre-Busting Onslaught

Babymetal Metal Forth: The Next Level of Metal Insurgency Babymetal Metal Forth isn’t just another album drop, it’s a war cry slicing through the barricades of stale metal and pop conformity. Celebrating their feral 15th anniversary, Babymetal tears out the fangs of the old guard and bares their own with Metal Forth, a record that detonates genre boundaries with a napalm blaze of hyper-charged collaboration. No more idol innocence, this is Babymetal with claws out and amps set to “decapitate.” Picture Electric Callboy, Tom Morello, Spiritbox, and Poppy dragged into Babymetal’s otherworld and forced to battle for sonic supremacy. It’s a wild alliance of chaos and candy, unleashing hyper-melodic death drops one moment and metallic breakdowns the next, the kind of fusion that’s too volatile for the mainstream, too infectious for the underground to ignore. Bursting Genres: Inside Metal Forth’s Sonic Riot Babymetal Metal Forth is a technicolor maelstrom. “from me to u” (featuring P...

Vicegrip: Hardcore's Iron Fist Smashes the Scene

Vicegrip: Breaking Jaws and Barriers with Every Riff Drawn & Quartered de Vicegrip If you think hardcore is dead, Vicegrip from Boston is here to grind your face into the pavement and prove you wrong. This band isn’t just another name on a flyer, they’re a sonic sledgehammer, pounding out anthems for the disaffected, the pissed-off, and the never-say-die. Vicegrip’s rise from the underground is a testament to what happens when you mix raw talent, relentless drive, and a complete disregard for the rules. Forget the sanitized, Spotify-friendly sound, Vicegrip is pure, unfiltered aggression, and they’re not asking for permission. Formed in the fires of the modern hardcore scene, Vicegrip’s sound is a brutal cocktail of metallic riffs, breakneck drums, and vocals that could strip paint off the walls. Their influences are clear, think classic NYHC, but with a modern edge and a chip on their shoulder the size of a Marshall stack. Every show is a warzone, every record a declaration ...

Foo Fighters Cover: When Rock Titans Go Full Punk Mayhem

Foo Fighters Cover: Hardcore Punk Shockwaves from Stadium Kings The Foo Fighters cover just detonated the internet, and the punk scene, with a surprise that nobody saw coming. Forget stadium anthems and radio-friendly hooks; this is the Foo Fighters going full-throttle, channeling the raw, unfiltered chaos of hardcore punk. Their latest live set saw Dave Grohl and crew rip through a blistering punk cover that left fans’ jaws on the floor and the establishment clutching their pearls. If you thought the Foo Fighters were content to rest on their alt-rock laurels, think again, this cover is a Molotov cocktail hurled straight at the mainstream. It all went down at a recent show where the band, notorious for their high-octane performances, decided to crank the energy up to eleven. Instead of sticking to the hits, they unleashed a ferocious rendition of a classic hardcore punk anthem, paying homage to the genre’s roots while injecting it with their own signature fire. The crowd went ball...

Mugshot All The Devils Are Here: Pure Hardcore Fury Unleashed

Mugshot All The Devils Are Here: A Hardcore Molotov Cocktail If you’re searching for hardcore that bites back, look no further, Mugshot All The Devils Are Here is your new soundtrack for chaos. This isn’t just another record; it’s a battering ram of riffs, breakdowns, and raw-throated defiance, courtesy of the Sacramento wrecking crew. Released on Pure Noise Records, All The Devils Are Here is a manifesto for the disenchanted, the pissed-off, and everyone who refuses to bow down to the world’s bullshit. From the first note, Mugshot All The Devils Are Here grabs you by the throat and refuses to let go. This is music forged in the fires of frustration, channeled through the band’s signature blend of metallic hardcore and punk aggression. The album is a middle finger to apathy, a call to arms for anyone who’s ever felt out of place or underestimated. Mugshot doesn’t just play hardcore, they live it, breathe it, and bleed it for every second of this record. The Sound of Rebellion: Bre...

Turnstile Never Enough: Hardcore’s Unstoppable Molotov Cocktail

Turnstile Never Enough: Defiance, Riffs, and Raw Energy Never Enough isn’t just an album, it’s a declaration of war on complacency. Baltimore’s most explosive hardcore export has dropped a record that obliterates the line between punk fury and hardcore’s relentless drive. From the first blasts of distortion to the final, sweat-soaked breakdown, Turnstile Never Enough is a sonic Molotov cocktail, igniting mosh pits and inspiring a new generation of misfits to fight for their right to be heard. This isn’t music for the faint-hearted. Never Enough is a manifesto of rebellion, wrapped in blistering riffs, thunderous drums, and vocals that scream with the urgency of a city on fire. The band’s unique blend of punk, hardcore, and alternative influences creates a sound that’s both aggressive and anthemic, music for the outcasts, the dreamers, and the ones who refuse to be tamed. Breaking the Mold: The Sound of Never Enough Turnstile has always pushed boundaries, but with Never Enough, ...

Rise Against Ricochet: Punk’s Relentless Roar Returns in 2025

Rise Against Ricochet: A New Anthem for the Rebellion Rise Against Ricochet isn’t just another single, it’s a battle cry for the disillusioned, the restless, and the unbreakable. In 2025, Rise Against tears back onto the scene with “Ricochet,” an album that launches a Molotov cocktail of melodic hardcore and razor-sharp social commentary straight into the heart of the establishment. This isn’t nostalgia, this is punk’s pulse, still pounding, still pissed, and more vital than ever. From the first riff, “Ricochet” explodes with the urgency that’s defined Rise Against for decades. Tim McIlrath’s vocals snarl and soar, channeling the rage and hope of a generation that refuses to back down. The band’s signature blend of anthemic hooks and breakneck rhythms is dialed up to eleven, but it’s the message that hits hardest: resilience in the face of adversity, rebellion against systemic rot, and the unyielding belief that music can still change the world. Rise Against LP Ricochet Legacy o...

Black Flag New Lineup: Punk Legends Reborn With Gen Z Fury

Black Flag New Lineup: Old-School Icons, Next-Gen Chaos The Black Flag new lineup isn’t just a change-it’s a hardcore punk revolution. When Greg Ginn, the eternal riff anarchist, announced the band’s latest incarnation powered by Gen Z blood, jaws dropped and purists howled. But let’s be real: Black Flag was never about comfort zones. This is a band that built its legacy on chaos, confrontation, and the relentless urge to smash the status quo. Now, with a new generation at the helm, the Black Flag new lineup is ready to torch the rulebook all over again. Gone are the days when punk’s gatekeepers could sneer from the sidelines. The 2025 Black Flag new lineup features a crew of young guns who grew up on playlists, not vinyl, and who bring a digital-age ferocity to the band’s classic catalogue. With Ginn still wielding his guitar like a weapon, the fresh faces-fronted by the electrifying vocalist Riley Gale, bassist Jett Vega, and drum destroyer Max Fury-aren’t just filling shoes. The...

Sex Scenes Everything Makes Me Sick: Punk Filth for a Rotten World

Sex Scenes Everything Makes Me Sick: Hardcore Punk with Zero Apologies If you’re looking for the sanitized, radio-friendly side of punk, turn back now-because Sex Scenes Everything Makes Me Sick is a Molotov cocktail hurled straight at your comfort zone. This Milwaukee wrecking crew has unleashed an album that spits in the face of mediocrity, delivering a snotty blend of thrash riffs, mid-tempo hardcore, and hooks sharp enough to draw blood. Dropping May 9th on Big Neck Records, this record isn’t just another punk release-it’s a full-throttle, gut-punching manifesto for anyone who’s ever felt sick of the world and ready to scream about it. Fronted by the unfiltered fury of Sarah Turbo since 2021, Sex Scenes have carved out a reputation for chaos and catharsis. Their sound is rooted in hardcore, but they’re not chained to any scene-they’re the outcasts who crash every party, leave the amps smoking, and vanish before the cops arrive. The band’s ever-shifting lineup only adds to the u...

Randy Rampage Death: A Thunderous Farewell to Metal's Original Outlaw

Randy Rampage Death: When the Stage Lights Dimmed Forever The metal world got sucker-punched when news broke of Randy Rampage death in August 2018. This wasn't just another rockstar casualty - this was the extinguishing of a human powder keg who helped forge thrash metal's rebellious DNA. At 58, the Annihilator/D.O.A. frontman left behind a legacy of chaos and riffs that still rattle club walls from Vancouver to Vladivostok. Rampage didn't just sing about anarchy - he lived it. His final act? Going out like a true punk enigma. No press releases, no farewell tour, just a middle finger to mortality itself. The official cause remains unconfirmed, but true to form, he took his secrets to the grave - the ultimate rebel exit. From Van Slam to Metal Annihilation Before he was tearing up stages with Annihilator, Randy was the wildcard in Vancouver's hardcore scene. His work with D.O.A. in the late 70s/early 80s wasn't music - it was audio terrorism. Tracks like ...

Teen Mortgage’s Devil Ultrasonic Dream – A Sonic Riot

Devil Ultrasonic Dream album on vinyl - Click on photo Teen Mortgage : Devil Ultrasonic Dream – Punk Fury Meets Garage Chaos The Teen Mortgage's Devil Ultrasonic Dream isn’t just an album it’s a full-throttle assault on everything stale in modern music. Teen Mortgage, the Washington, D.C.-based duo, has unleashed a raw, unapologetic masterpiece that blends garage punk grit with rebellious fury. This is the sound of two musicians refusing to play by the rules and setting fire to the establishment. With fuzz-drenched riffs, pounding drums, and vocals that spit venom, "Devil Ultrasonic Dream" is a sonic riot. It’s an album that doesn’t ask for permission it kicks down the door and demands your attention. Teen Mortgage isn’t here to make you feel comfortable; they’re here to make you feel alive. The Soundtrack to Rebellion "Devil Ultrasonic Dream" captures the essence of rebellion in every track. Recorded with an unpolished edge that amplifies its raw energy,...

Apple of Basilisk EP: A Sonic Manifesto of Chaos and Rebellion

Apple of Basilisk EP: Where Mythology Meets Metal Mayhem The Apple of Basilisk EP : "His Crowned Skull Raised to the Sun" isn’t just an album it’s a declaration of war on mediocrity. Apple of Basilisk, the Philadelphia-based blackened death metal powerhouse, has unleashed a beast that roars with unrelenting fury. This EP is a sonic journey into chaos, rebellion, and mythological madness, proving once again that Apple of Basilisk is here to crush boundaries and redefine metal. Inspired by the Greek myth of Eris and her golden apple that sowed discord among gods, this EP channels that same anarchic energy into music. With riffs sharper than a guillotine and vocals that sound like they’ve been summoned from the abyss, "His Crowned Skull Raised to the Sun =" is pure, unfiltered rebellion wrapped in layers of technical brilliance. The Story Behind the Apple of Basilisk EP Apple of Basilisk’s latest release is steeped in mythology and chaos. The "His Crowned...

WORMROT Merch : Explosive New TNT Album - Get It Before It Blows Up

Wormrot merch CD TNT Original Lineup Returns With Nuclear Grindcore Payload + WORMROT merch The grindcore gods have spoken: just became essential collector's WORMROT merch with the announcement of their explosive new album 'TNT'. Singapore's most vicious musical export has reformed their original lineup - Rasyid (guitar), Arif (vocals) and Fitri (drums) - to detonate 12 career-spanning tracks recorded live at TNT Studios. This isn't just a reunion - it's an all-out audio assault on your senses. Available May 30 through Earache Records, 'TNT' captures the raw, unfiltered rage that made Wormrot Asia's most feared grindcore machine. From their blistering debut 'Abuse' to 2022's critically acclaimed 'HISS', this album is a career-defining statement pressed on limited edition vinyl, CD, and classic-style cassette. The band's Bandcamp page already shows these WORMROT merch items flying off digital shelves - act fast or face di...

DEHORS Contrenuit EP: Parisian Shoegaze Fury Meets Urban Decay

DEHORS Contrenuit EP: A Sonic Molotov Against Metropolitan Apathy The DEHORS Contrenuit EP isn't just music - it's a fucking wake-up call screamed through a haze of reverb and distortion. This Parisian trio's March 2025 release cuts through the bullshit of city life with three tracks of shoegaze-laced fury that'll rattle your bones and haunt your sleepless nights. Recorded with legendary producer Étienne Sarthou (Alcest, Birds in Row), this EP represents the sound of concrete cracking under pressure. It's where Have a Nice Life's existential dread collides with black metal's raw intensity, all filtered through Paris' dying underground scene. These anarchists of atmosphere don't just make music - they document urban decay in real time. From the Ashes: The Birth of Contrenuit Originally forming as instrumental project Lie Dormant, Dehors emerged from COVID's wreckage with a vengeance. Their transformation mirrors Paris itself - burning build...

DEATH RITES band: Los Angeles' Most Savage Hardcore Resurgence

DEATH RITES band: Phoenix Rising from the Ashes of Pandemic Silence When the DEATH RITES band crawled out of LA's underground in 2022, they weren't just another hardcore outfit - they were a goddamn declaration of war. Born from the rotting carcass of lockdown isolation, this five-piece crust/metal punk demolition crew came back from near-death with a vengeance that'll make your teeth rattle. Guitarist Johnny and drummer Marvin first conjured these demons during COVID's darkest days, crafting five tracks of pure metallic fury. But like all great punk stories, the road wasn't straight - members scattered, the project went cold for a year, and their original name 'Deathless' became tragically ironic. That is, until Marvin rediscovered those forgotten riffs mid-flight, sparking a resurrection more brutal than a zombie outbreak. From Demo to Destroyer: The Rebirth of Death Rites Death Rites de Death Rites The reformed lineup - now featuring Branden...

Guillotine : Bosse ! Paye ! Crève !

Bosse ! Paye ! Crève ! by Guillotine DialektikRecords just released GUILLOTINE "Bosse ! Paye ! Crève !", check it out here . Enjoy! Guillotine : Guillotine is French Punk Rock band from Paris. Members are : Fred Conflict, Jex Spector, Pascal Manganaro, Sean Reject, Vérole GUILLOTINE "Bosse ! Paye ! Crève !" de DialektikRecords Guillotine in concert Previous Article Next Article

Absentia Leather Apron: Unleashing Hell with Their Debut Single

Absentia Leather Apron: A Sonic Assault on Your Senses Prepare to have your eardrums shattered and your soul set ablaze, because Absentia's leather apron is about to strangle the life out of mainstream mediocrity. This Melbourne-based extreme metal outfit has erupted from the underground with their debut single "Leather Apron," and it's a fucking masterpiece of brutality that'll make your grandma's dentures rattle. Forget everything you thought you knew about metal, because Absentia is here to rewrite the rules and piss on the ashes of convention. Their unholy fusion of death metal, black metal, and grindcore is a middle finger to the sanitized bullshit that passes for music these days. "Leather Apron" isn't just a song; it's a declaration of war against the mundane. Crafting Chaos: The Birth of "Leather Apron" Recorded in the bowels of Goatsound Studios, "Leather Apron" is a testament to Absentia's unwavering...

Abbath: The "Return to the Raven Realms" North American Tour

News from Abbath The "Return to the Raven Realms" North American Tour starts today in Denver at The Summit! This run includes stops at the epic Hells Heroes Fest, a West Coast swing w/ the legendary Danzig, and a newly-added Vancouver headline show! Get tickets at abbathlegacy.com Return to the Raven Realms North American Tour 2025: * = shows with DANZIG, DOWN & the CRO-MAGS Mar. 18 Denver, CO @ The Summit Mar. 20 Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall as part of Hells Heroes Festival Mar. 21 Las Vegas, NV @ The Virgin Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas* Mar. 22 Lincoln, CA @ Thunder Valley Casino Resort* Mar. 24 Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theater (w/ Scalding) Mar. 25 Seattle, WA @ Wamu Theater* Mar. 26 Portland, OR @ Moda Center-Theatre of the Clouds* Mar. 29 Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum* Mar. 30 Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre* Dread Reaver de Abbath Previous Article Next Article

Stand For New release from In Other Climes

Stand For by In Other Climes In Other Climes (crossover hardcore metal metalcore thrash metal thrash Nice) just released : Stand For : check it out here . Enjoy! Stand For de In Other Climes Previous Article Next Article

Stress Test: Are They Worth the Agony? A Brutal Review from Angry Metal Guy

Stress Test Review Alright, maggots! The infamous Angry Metal Guy has spoken, and the verdict is in on Stress Test. Are they the next big thing in face-melting metal, or just another bunch of noise-polluting posers? We're diving headfirst into the carnage to see if their latest release is worth the goddamn stress. Let's break it down, shall we? You can check the original review by Dolphin Whisperer on AngryMetalGuy.com . STRESS TEST by STRESS TEST Dolphin Whisperer reviewed the band's album "Stress Test", describing it as a mix of hardcore, thrash, and grind. The album is short and punchy, showcasing the experience of the band's members, especially those from Unto Others. While the music relies on familiar riffs, it maintains a steady momentum through welcome variations. The reviewer notes that the brevity of the tracks can limit the album's overall impact. Nevertheless, he considers "Stress Test" to be a solid debut album that s...

Dirty Fonzy: New EP

Dirty Fonzy: New EP "Classic Stories Best Memories" Kicking Music announces the release of the new EP of Dirty Fonzy, entitled "Classic Stories Best Memories". This ambitious project, the result of the same creative session as their album "Full Speed Ahead", includes six tracks. The EP explores a river of 11 minutes divided into four parts retracing the life of a group of friends. In addition to two new pop punk/power rock tracks, it stands out as a unique work in their catalog. Dirty Fonzy continue to deliver energetic and melodic music. Classic Stories, Best Memories de Dirty Fonzy Previous Article Next Article

New release from Symphony of destruction

Symphony of destruction releases Symphony of destruction just released Dans La Fournaise LP by BOMBARDEMENT. "Enjoy the new LP of BOMBARDEMENT (D_beat from Bordeaux, France)" Dans La Fournaise LP de BOMBARDEMENT Symphony of destruction just released Virage LP by UTOPIE. "Enjoy UTOPIE (Cold Punk from Lille)" Virage LP de UTOPIE New tracks are coming soon (in mid-March). New LP will be free when released (Bandcamp doesn't allow free download for pre-order). Previous Article Next Article

Trash N Privilege: Fresno Punks Drop "Blood in The Water" – It's More Than Just a Song, It's a F**king Statement!

Trash N Privilege: More Than Just a Statement! Wake the hell up, sheeple! Fresno's own Trash N Privilege just smacked us all upside the head with a Molotov cocktail of truth. Their new single, "Blood in The Water," isn't just a rippin' punk tune; it's a goddamn indictment of the vultures feeding off our tragedies. And the lyric video? A frantic, turbulent visual assault that perfectly matches the song's breakneck pace. You can check the original article on V13.net . Straight outta California's festering underbelly, Trash N Privilege are serving up a taste of vintage punk that's sorely needed in these sanitized times. This ain't your watered-down, major-label-approved "punk." This is the real deal – raw, unapologetic, and ready to kick you in the teeth with a message. "Blood in The Water," taken from their aptly titled album "Commence With the Bum Out" (released last June via Manic Kat Records), tak...