With the coming of Spring, the bleakness of winter gradually dissipates with the emergence of dainty crocuses and daffodils; amorous robins and doves select their partners and construct their abodes, and the weather transforms into a cozy embrace, sparking revitalization. It’s a season for revival, not just for nature – but also for the soul….
LA CASA ESTÁ VACÍA LA LUZ ESTÁ ENCENDIDA PARECE TODO EN CALMA Y AUNQUE TODO ESTÉ TRANQUILO CUIDADO CON EL PERRO Spanish electronic post-punk outfit Catastrofe Club, hailing from Granollers (Barcelona), is set to release the third video from their third LP, El Crecimiento Infinito, and we at Post-Punk.com are excited to be a part…
After a decade-long hiatus, Peter Gabriel is set to embark on a North American tour supporting his forthcoming new studio album, i/o. The tour, which kicks off in September, has now been expanded to include 13 additional shows, bringing the total to 25 performances across the US and Canada. Gabriel will be joined by longtime…
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Duran Duran, newly inducted members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, have officially announced a new music project slated for release later this year. The project will feature former guitarist Andy Taylor, who is currently battling a terminal illness, as well as other unspecified “family and friends.” The band confirmed the news in…
Last week, Spiritbox fans were excited to hear that the Canadian alt-metal band had decided to drop off Falling In Reverse’s upcoming summer tour. The news had come days after the band began divesting itself from their commitments, removing all mention of those six dates this coming July from their social media feeds. Following their…
Struggling metal acts and washed up artists from the 80s, rejoice. No amount of garbage you release this year will be able to top the auditory pile of shit that rapper Lil Pump just dropped on the world. Titled “Pump Rock x Heavy Metal,” the sounds produced by the apparently prominent SoundCloud rapper can only…
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It may be the most overplayed Metallica song of all time (with “Nothing Else Matters” being a very close second), but there’s no denying that “Enter Sandman” is a great/inoffensive song to use if you want to pump up a crowd. Yankees fans know this thanks to Hall of Fame closer Mariano Rivera using it…
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Comic book nerds and fans of The Dillinger Escape Plan will have something to be equally excited about in the coming months, as it was announced that the band would be getting a graphic novel inspired by their ridiculously good 2013 album One Of Us Is The Killer. Announced by Sumerian Comics, the graphic novel…
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By virtue of his example and advocacy, Darkthrone’s Fenriz has inspired others to appreciate the beauty of nature. He’s written about Norway’s forests, ecology, camping, and even shared his passion on national television. This year, Inferno Fest is actually advertising hiking tours with the slogan: “Be more like Fenriz…” My advice: don’t try to emulate…
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So I want you to remember that i need you To love me, to hold me in this city To listen, to watch me Listening, watching Los Angeles-based dark synthpop creation The Bedroom Witch (aka performance artist Sepehr Mashiaof) has spent years building imaginary worlds from the discerning eye of the perpetual outsider. In her…
This September, prepare to immerse yourself in the world of goth subculture as Lol Tolhurst, co-founder and former member of The Cure, takes readers on a fascinating journey through the dark romanticism of goth subculture and its music in his latest book, succinctly titled GOTH—A History. Following the success of his memoir, Cured—A Tale of…
In John Hunter’s massive new tome, “Maps and Legends: The Story of R.E.M.,” we are taken on a journey through the formation of one of alternative rock’s most quintessential bands. Hunter’s biography chronicles the group from their early days playing in teenage groups like Bad Habits and Shadowfax, to their subsequent rise to global superstardom…
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Jesus Piece just dropped a new single, “Silver Lining,” from their forthcoming album, …So Unknown, out via Century Media on April 14. Check it out now. Of the new album, which will be their Century Media debut, drummer Luis Aponte says: “This is as close to a Jesus Piece experience as you’re going to get…
Sludgy Denver post-metal band Abrams are going on tour this May with citymates BleakHeart across the West. The tour will kick off in both bands’ hometown of Denver on May 5 and will end May 20 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Abrams say: “We are stoked to go on road this May to promote our latest…
Soilwork just announced the permanent addition of session guitarist Simon Johansson to their ranks. The band tragically lost their pervious guitarist, David Andersson, last year at age 47, something the band blamed on “alcohol and mental illness.” About the new member, Soilwork say: “We are excited to finally welcome Simon Johansson to the Soilwork family…
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Hypocrisy and Nuclear Blast Records are releasing the first round of classic album reissues, some of which are rare or hard to find. The band are dropping vinyl and CD editions of Penetralia (1992), Osculum Obscenum (1993), The Fourth Dimension (1994), and Abducted (1996) on May 5. All of these foundational albums introduced the band’s sound to Sweden and beyond and helped lay the…
In the shadows where dreams and desires intertwine, Lucy Kruger & The Lost Boys reveal “Howl”—a mesmerizing single that whispers its secrets pulled from the forthcoming Heaving album, set to emerge from the twilight on April 7th through Unique Records and The Orchard. “Howl” is a tempest of intensity that weaves a tapestry of defiance…
# MELØ: The Rising Star of Electro-Pop If you are a fan of futuristic synth-pop with a modern edge, you might want to check out MELØ, a Canadian singer-songwriter and producer who is making waves in the music scene with his catchy and captivating songs. MELØ (pronounced Mee-Low) is based in Windsor, Ontario, and has…
Ex-Hyena‘s Moon Reflections Remixed: A Fresh Take on a Classic Album If you are a fan of Ex-Hyena, the electronic music duo, you probably know their debut album Moon Reflections, which was released in 2022 and received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of ambient, techno and synth-pop sounds. The album was inspired by the…
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The Callous Daoboys announced they will play some headlining dates across the U.S. in May surrounding their performance at Bamboozle Fest. The tour will start May 5 in Knoxville, Tennessee and close on May 11 in Nashville, Tennessee. Support will be provided by Hazing Over. Get tickets here. The will come after the band play at Knotfest’s Pulse…
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This week, Courtney Love took to The Guardian to express her frustration with the lack of femme representation in the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. While Love hasn’t always had the best hot takes on things, with this, she certainly has a point. For starters, the numbers back her up. While there are plenty…
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How’s everyone’s hangovers doin’ on this day after St. Patrick’s Day? This morning was surely hell for most of you mad lads and ladies, so naturally now’s a good time to sit down with our top stories of the week, our top tracks playlist, and rock yourself to some semblance of normalcy. This week’s top…
Babymetal claim they interested in collaborating with several diverse artists including Rammstein, Måneskin, and The Backstreet Boys. We don’t think they mean at the same time—though we’re not entirely sure about that. In a recent interview with Metal Hammer, the band opened up about some of the collaborations they like to get involved with. The…
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In wholesome news, which is much-needed these days, Chris Jericho of Fozzy is getting his childhood street named after him. Jericho, also of wrestling fame, was awarded this honor by Scott Gillingham, the mayor of his hometown, Winnipeg, Manitoba in Canada. He was also given the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal. According to a…
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Earlier this week, Biohazard announced that they were coming back home to the Big Apple for a special show at Irving Plaza on June 16. The response to that news was so strong that tickets have already sold out and as a result, they’ve added a second show at the same venue on June 18….
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The current political climate and what people are willing to consider acceptable behavior these days is certainly different from when it was when the undeniably legendary Lemmy Kilmister passed away in 2015. But we’re in 2023 now and while speaking with Metal Pilgrim (transcribed by Blabbermouth), former Motörhead drummer Mikkey Dee said some of the…
It’s been almost nine years since the untimely death of Static-X frontman Wayne Static, but the group may now be able to move on and create something new. And one of the main factors that will play in their decision of whether to make new music or not will be the fans, according to the…
Ireland – the land that for better or worse brought us The Cranberries, U2, and Thin Lizzy. Not to mention the loads of bands that adopt an Irish sound and aesthetic despite not hailing from Ireland. Digging a little deeper, though, Ireland certainly can hold its own with its selection of metal bands. In addition…
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If you’ve been itching for a way to show your love for indie noise rock band HEALTH during even your most intimate moments, then boy will the band have just the thing for you. Yep, that’s right — we’ve got another case of a band selling something you can (safely) cram up your cornhole. During…
What happens when artificial intelligence gains more intel about the inner workings of humanity, and responds in kind? Austin-based experimental post-punk/doom duo Deep Cross explore this subject in the emotional dirge “Gnaw at the Heart” from their new album “Royal Water” out today via Roman Numeral. “On the surface this song is a pretty straightforward pop…
Montreal post-punk band, The City Gates, have unveiled their new video for “Le Silence.” Skillfully weaving post-punk and darkwave influences, their music is characterized by its atmospheric, haunting melodies and powerful rhythms, brought to life by their enigmatic stage presence. Their sound results from a mix of highlights of dark, obscure alternative music drenched in reverb,…
Since their emergence in 2017, the enigmatic Columbus-based electronic collective, Child of Night, have been toiling away in the twilight, basking in the subtle glow of the sunrise as it peeks over the horizon, casting long, twisted shadows in its wake. With their 2021 magnum opus, The Walls at Dawn, Child of Night drew from…
Every night and dayYou’re driving me crazyWhen I see your hips swayCome slide over hereLet’s dance underneath the moonlight Seattle cyberpunk band 2Libras (aka Wesley Foster Rogers and Jewels Foster Rogers) delivers a postmodern homage to the early 90s with their latest album, “World’s End.” Intense, emotional, and danceable, their signature dark, synthy beats, melodic…
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Orange County, CA based industrial, noise-pop vocalist Chv.Volk takes us on an emotional and dark journey through all sorts of traumas, guided by industrial rhythms and noise-pop. The Art of Being Hurt examines the struggle of working through self-harm, self-healing, and, ultimately, self-rediscovery. The painfully honest, raw, and highly personal collection of songs delves through…
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Mulholland Overdrive: The Ragged Jubilee’s latest album The Ragged Jubilee is a rock band from San Luis Obispo, CA, which has been making music since 2009. Their sound is influenced by blues, folk, country and psychedelic rock. They have released five studio albums so far: American Moan (2010), In The Valley (2012), Pyramids (2014) Plead…
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Seventeen years is a long fucking time for anything, but if you’ve been patiently standing by for new Glass Casket music, today’s your lucky day. Not only is the band back with a new song titled “Let Them Go,” but they’ve also announced that we’re getting a new self-titled EP on June 9 via Silent…
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You read that right. Ex-Slayer and current Testament/Mr. Bungle drummer Dave Lombardo has joined Empire State Bastard, a fledgling grindcore metal band that’s the brainchild of Biffy Clyro’s Simon Nell and Mike Vennart. Having already posted teasers of their music late last month, the band recently announced that their first single, “Harvest,” will be out…
There’s no denying that the COVID-19 pandemic greatly affected how we as metal fans enjoy live shows these days. From the difficulties bands face just putting a tour together to the uncertainty that you might get sick just for showing up, there’s still a lot to keep in mind even now that we’re well past…
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I’m not going to mince words here—this new track from melodic thrash/metalcore outfit Sylosis is pretty fucking good. For four and a half minutes, “Deadwood” barrels forward, writing and pummeling the time with an unrelenting attack. If this is only the beginning of the band’s new music in 2023, then the what comes next should…
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Earlier this month, former members of the extremely influential Florida death metal band Death took the stage at Hawthorne Thetre in Portland, Oregon to celebrate the life and tunes of the late Chuck Schuldiner. With a setlist consisting of classic tracks like “The Philosopher,” “Leprosy,” and “Crystal Mountain,” those in attendance on March 4 got…
