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Katatonia - 'Nightmares as Extensions...'

2 weeks ago | metalinsider.net | Emily Schneider

Katatonia have taken listeners on countless melancholic journeys over their thirty-year career, from the gritty doom debut Dance of December Souls to the dark rock-laden fan favorites The Great Cold Distance and Fall of Hearts. This Swedish band has a long legacy of captivating lovers of the dark. Their thirteenth release, Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State, begins a new chapter for the band, with two new guitarists entering the foray.
Video Premiere: Night’s Edge – “Smite” | Metal Insider

3 weeks ago | metalinsider.net | Zenae Zukowski

Baltimore alt-metal outfit Night’s Edge have teamed up with Metal Insider to premiere the lyric video for their latest single, “Smite.” The track marks the third single taken from their upcoming fourth-full-length album, The World That Never Was, scheduled to arrive on August 21, 2025. “Smite” offers a taste of the band’s ever-evolving sound, merging gothic, progressive, and nu metal influences.
Nile announce U.S. Fall tour w/ Cryptopsy

3 weeks ago | metalinsider.net | Zenae Zukowski

Nile are hitting the road this fall with support from Cryptospy, The Last Ten Seconds of Life and Cognitive. The trek kicks off on September 12th in Raleigh, NC and runs through October 11th in Indianapolis, IN. Tickets go on sale this Friday (6th) at 10:00 AM local time.
Vader & Kataklysm announce co-headline tour

3 weeks ago | metalinsider.net | Zenae Zukowski

Vader & Kataklysm announce co-headline tour w/ Malevolent Creation & Skeletal Remains by Zenae Zukowski | Jun 5, 2025 | Touring | Vader and Kataklysm are teaming up for a fall co-headline North American Tour. Dubbed, Carnival of Death Tour 2025, the trek kicks off on October 1st in Bensalem, PA and concludes on October 26th in Brooklyn, NY.
Seether and Daughtry announce Fall 2025 U.S. tour

3 weeks ago | metalinsider.net | Zenae Zukowski

Seether and Daughtry announce Fall 2025 U.S. tour with P.O.D. by Zenae Zukowski | Jun 5, 2025 | Touring | Seether and Daughtry are teaming up this fall for a co-headline U.S. tour with special guests P.O.D. and Kami Kehoe. The trek kicks off October 1 in Virginia Beach, VA and concludes on November 15 in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Amy Lee and Halsey unveil "Hand That Feeds" video

3 weeks ago | metalinsider.net | Zenae Zukowski

Amy Lee (Evanescence) and Halsey unveil “Hand That Feeds” video by Zenae Zukowski | Jun 5, 2025 | Video | Evanescence’s Amy Lee and Halsey have teamed up once again to unveil a Hannah Lux Davis-directed video for their collaborative single, “Hand That Feeds.” The track is featured on the soundtrack for Ballerina, the upcoming John Wick spin-off hitting theaters on Friday (6). Lee and Halsey debuted the track live during Evanescence’s supporting slot at Halsey’s May 14 Hollywood Bowl concert....
Warbringer’s John Kevill on 'Wrath and Ruin'

3 weeks ago | metalinsider.net | Zenae Zukowski

California thrashers Warbringer have released their new album, Wrath and Ruin, earlier this spring via Napalm Records. Continuing to push boundaries, the record gives their catalog another heavy dose of modern thrash. Metal Insider caught up with frontman John Kevill to further discuss the album. What was the writing and recording process like this time around? Did you approach anything differently?
Cattle Decapitation cancel summer European tour

3 weeks ago | metalinsider.net | Zenae Zukowski

Cattle Decapitation have canceled their planned summer European tour. The group announced on Tuesday (3rd), citing concerns about mental health and personal matters within the band. The group revealed:“Due to circumstances beyond our control that arose in the last 24h, in addition to the mental well being and personal situations occurring within the Cattle Decapitation camp, we regrettably must cancel our European summer festival tour.
Fit For A King share title track for new album “Lonely God”

3 weeks ago | metalinsider.net | Zenae Zukowski

Fit For A King have announced their eighth studio album, Lonely God, is scheduled to arrive on August 1 via Solid State Records. Alongside the announcement, the band has released the video for the album’s title track. Vocalist Ryan Kirby comments:“In general, ‘Lonely God’ relates to the pursuit of power. They’re trading companionship, relationships, and love for power and money. You may have all of the power and be a ‘God,’ but it’s a lonely spot because the world despises you.
Halestorm share “Everest” video

3 weeks ago | metalinsider.net | Zenae Zukowski

Halestorm are gearing up for their forthcoming sixth full-length album, Everest, out August 8th via Atlantic Records. A video for the title track is now available. Halestorm are hitting the road this September for their North American trek with Lindsey Stirling and Apocalyptica. See all stops here. Watch the clip below and pre-order the album here:VIDEOFeature Image Photo Credit: Jimmy Fontaine