Metal News
Members of Motorhead and The Stray Cats team up for HeadCat
Lemmy Kilmister (Motörhead), Slim Jim Phantom (The Stray Cats) and Danny B. Harvey (Rockats, 13 Cats, Lonesome Spurs), have teamed up in a high-energy, "take no ... Full story
Voivod to Release Live Album
Late in 2009, Voivod released their live Tatsumaki DVD, filmed the previous fall when they toured Japan for the first time ever. To celebrate its ... Full story
Chicago’s Sectara Included In Terrorizer Magazine “Fear Candy” Compilation CD, In Stores Now
Sectara, the hyper-original mutant-band from the Chicago-land, is currently offering FREE downloads of their ridiculous debut recording "Interstellar Terror-Beneath the Eyes of Baines". Sectara features ... Full story
Judas Priest Guitarist Retires
Judas Priest have announced that original guitarist K.K. Downing has formally retired from the band and will therefore not be joining them on their forthcoming tour. ... Full story
Nevermore Drummer and Guitarist Leave Band
guitar player Jeff Loomis and drummer Van Williams have announced their departure from the group. The two have released the following joint statement:"In a mutual ... Full story
Manowar Drummer Scott Columbus Dies
MANOWAR released the following statement regarding the passing of the band's former drummer, Scott Columbus:"With great sorrow we announce the passing of our brother Scott. A ... Full story
Chimaira Announces New Lineup
Chimaira have revealed their new lineup following the recent departures of drummer Andols Herrick and keyboardist/programmer Chris Spicuzza.CHIMAIRA 2011 is:Mark Hunter - VocalsRob Arnold - GuitarMatt ... Full story
Nevermore Forced to cancel US tour
NEVERMORE have canceled all of their previously announced North American tour dates. An official statement from NEVERMORE will be issued shortly.***IMPORTANT***: The tour will still ... Full story
Children of Bodom working on a Photo Book
Children of Bodom are working on a photo book, and you can be a part of it. The band states, "it's dedicated to the whole ... Full story
Soilwork Forced to Drop off Symphony X Tour
SOILWORK — who were originally scheduled to head out this April and May supporting SYMPHONY X — have regretfully been forced to cancel their participation ... Full story
Killswitch Engage Part Ways With Frontman
Killswitch Engage have released the following statement:"To our family, friends and fans: We have decided to continue on without Howard Jones as the singer of ... Full story