Author: The Anarchist

Wolfgang Van Halen Discusses Underrated Guitarists and His Musical Journey Underrated Guitarists in Rock and Metal During a recent appearance on The Cody Tucker Show, Wolfgang Van Halen, the former bassist of VAN HALEN and current frontman of MAMMOTH, shared his insights on underrated guitarists in the rock and metal genres. Wolfgang, who played alongside his legendary father, Eddie Van Halen, from 2006 until 2015, reflected on the musical legacy they created together. Eddie Van Halen: The Unsung Hero of Rhythm When asked about underrated musicians, Wolfgang took a moment to highlight his father’s contributions beyond his famous guitar solos.…

4th Studio Album “Maelstrom of Chaos” Out Now via Moribund Records Canadian thrash metal powerhouse TRISKELYON has ascended to new heights with the release of their fourth studio album, “Maelstrom of Chaos.” This relentlessly innovative project, spearheaded by guitarist Geoff Waye (Artach, Category VI), has introduced a fierce metal reinterpretation of Peter Schilling’s classic “Major Tom,” featuring guest vocals from Amanda Jackman (Category VI) in an accompanying music video. Transforming an Icon TRISKELYON has once again showcased their unique approach to cover songs, transforming the iconic 80s synth-pop track into a high-octane thrash anthem. Amanda Jackman’s powerful vocals elevate the…

Malthusian Unveils New Video for “Delirium” from Their Latest Release Introduction to Malthusian Dublin-based black/death metal band Malthusian has once again made waves in the underground scene. Following the release of their debut album, Across Deaths, seven years ago, the band has returned with their latest offering, The Summoning Bell. Sandwiched between these two significant releases is a split album with Italian black/death outfit Suffering Hour, titled Time’s Withering Shadow. New Video Premiere: “Delirium” As part of the promotional efforts for their split album, Malthusian has premiered a new video for the track “Delirium,” exclusively through Decibel Magazine. The video…

Mike Portnoy’s Top 10 of 2025: A Year in Music, Film, and Tribute Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy has once again shared his annual Top 10 list for 2025, showcasing his favorite albums, films, and TV shows while also honoring the influential musicians and figures we’ve lost throughout the year. The Passionate Drummer and Avid Fan Mike Portnoy is not only celebrated as one of the world’s premier drummers, but he also embodies the spirit of a lifelong music fan. His unquenchable thirst for discovering new and exciting music keeps his passion alive. When he steps away from the drum…

Bilmuri Guitarist Reese Maslen Steps Down Amid Disturbing Allegations Background of the Allegations Reese Maslen, the touring guitarist for the band Bilmuri, has announced his departure from the group following a series of serious allegations from a former romantic partner. These claims, which surfaced online earlier this month, detail a troubling pattern of emotional abuse, racism, misogyny, intimidation, and other deeply concerning behaviors throughout their relationship. Maslen’s Response In the wake of these allegations, Maslen released a statement expressing his regret for his actions. He stated, “I exhibited behavior on several fronts during a previous relationship that I deeply regret.…

Reflecting on the Losses in Rock and Metal Music: 2025 As the calendar year of 2025 draws to a close, it’s time to take a moment to reflect on the profound losses that the rock and metal communities have experienced. This year has seen the passing of some of the most iconic figures in music, each leaving behind an indelible legacy that continues to resonate with fans worldwide. The Passing of Ozzy Osbourne Arguably the most significant loss of the year was that of Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary frontman of Black Sabbath. Ozzy fulfilled his dream of reuniting with the…

Jack White Responds to Tim Burchett’s AI-Generated Video Jack White has publicly criticized Tennessee Congressman Tim Burchett following the congressman’s posting of an AI-generated video that featured a fake version of the musician. The video, which depicted White mimicking his appearance from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction earlier this year, included the fabricated statement: “Don’t even think about listening to my music, you fascist.” Burchett added his own commentary, saying, “That cute little girl from the Addams Family got really ugly and angry.” The Backlash Against Misinformation This incident continues a misleading narrative suggesting that White “forbids”…

Collaboration in Creativity: Michael and Awsten’s Journey to SIDEQUEST The Moment of Creation Fast-forward the clock, and as the moment arrived for Michael to collate the solo music he’d accumulated over the years into a proper album, he knew he had to involve his buddy, Awsten. A Flattering Proposal “I was flattered,” Awsten smiles, recalling Michael’s initial approach. “Because Michael said they were gonna have Jack Harlow do it first, and he was like, ‘No chance. We need Awsten.’” “Wait… you’re having us on there, right?!” “I’m totally fucking around!” Awsten jokes, adding a playful twist to the conversation. “You…

The Current State of Rock Radio: Insights from Wolfgang Van Halen Wolfgang Van Halen’s Perspective In a recent interview with JZ of “The Dark,” an active rock music program on Little Falls, Minnesota’s 94 Rocks KFML radio station, MAMMOTH frontman Wolfgang Van Halen shared his thoughts on the current state of rock radio. He expressed his belief that declaring “rock is dead” is misguided, stating, “I think there’s good in everything.” He emphasized that while music has evolved, there remains a wealth of talent and creativity in the rock genre. Embracing Simplicity and Melody Van Halen discussed his approach to…

Cepheidae Variable Unveils New Guitar Playthrough for “Zephyr of Ouroboros” Introduction to Cepheidae Variable Progressive metal solo project Cepheidae Variable, led by guitarist and composer Ryan Koepke, has recently released an impressive guitar playthrough video for the track “Zephyr of Ouroboros”. This song serves as a pivotal moment in the debut album, “Primordial Reverie”, showcasing the intricate musicianship and layered storytelling that defines Koepke’s artistic vision. Background and Inspiration Initially conceived as a personal exploration of musical growth, Cepheidae Variable transformed into a profound artistic endeavor following Koepke’s father’s cancer diagnosis. The project became not only a creative outlet but…