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High On Fire – “Frost Hammer” Video

stereogum.com I gave an abridged history of High On Fire when posting “Frost Hammer,” the lead single from the Oakland trio’s fifth album Snakes For The Divine, because they’re a band who inspire detailed contextualization. Not … view details ,

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DragonForce audition for new singer after splitting with ZP Theart

nme.com Dragonforce have split with their singer ZP Theart, the band have confirmed. The band are now looking for a replacement, and are inviting fans to audition for the position. In an email message to fans the metal … view details

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Iron Maiden announce new album title and North American tour details

nme.com Iron Maiden have announced details of their upcoming album and North American tour. Called 'The Final Frontier', the album will be released in the summer and is the legendary rock band's fifteenth studio album … view details ,

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Ludicra – “In Stable”

stereogum.com As often as I listen to it, I keep finding new layers and sounds in Ludicra’s The Tenant, the crusty San Francisco black metal band’s great followup to 2007’s Fex Urbis Lex Orbus. As I said when I interviewed drummer … view details