Author: The Anarchist
Cachemire: Rocking for a Cause at Rockeurs ont du Cœur This summer, he shared the Hellfest stage with rock behemoths like Muse, The Cult, and Royal Republic. He ignited Stereolux in Nantes and unveiled a new album. The Nantes group Cachemire returns for the second time to Rockeurs ont du Cœur, determined to set things on fire like never before… The Thrill of Hellfest Fred Bastar, the charismatic frontman of Cachemire, reflected on their electrifying performance at Hellfest in June 2025. “We knew we were going to play at 11 a.m., but we thought we would play in front of…
Voivod and Bat Thrash Across the United States This March Tour Overview Get ready for an electrifying experience as Voivod and Bat prepare to unleash their thrash metal fury across the central United States this March. This highly anticipated eight-date tour kicks off at Hell’s Heroes VIII in Houston, TX, on March 20 and wraps up at The Vanguard in Tulsa, OK, on March 27. Metalheads are in for a treat! Tour Dates March 20: Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall March 21: Little Rock, AR – The Rev Room March 22: St. Louis, MO – Red Flag March…
Humanness Test Unveils New Single “Prima Facie” Photo courtesy of Humanness Test A Fresh Release Humanness Test has officially released their latest single, “Prima Facie,” accompanied by an engaging music video. Fans are invited to experience the track firsthand. About “Prima Facie” The term “Prima Facie” translates to “at first sight” or “based on first impressions.” The band reflects on this idea, pondering how listeners will perceive the song upon first hearing it. They assert that this track stands on its own merit while also paving the way for future explorations in their music. Musical Composition “Prima Facie” marks the…
A.A. Williams Unveils New Single “Just A Shadow” A New Musical Chapter Begins A.A. Williams has just released her latest single, “Just A Shadow,” along with an enchanting animated video. This captivating track marks her inaugural release with the German-American label Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM), where co-founder Gerardo Martinez has warmly welcomed her into the family. He expressed excitement for the collaboration, stating, “Just A Shadow is a stunning introduction to what we’ll build together…” The Essence of “Just A Shadow” In her own words, A.A. Williams describes “Just A Shadow” as an “ode to the darkness inside.” The song…
Rachael Sage’s ‘Canopy’: A Journey Through Empathy and Imagination Rachael Sage’s latest album, Canopy, is a vibrant tapestry of imagery that delves into themes of empathy, LGBTQ+ representation, and compassion. One of the standout tracks, “Kill The Clock,” has been brought to life through an enchanting animated video that amplifies the song’s urgent tempo and vintage pop vibes. The video serves as a heartfelt exploration of the pressures Sage has encountered from her youth into adulthood, creating a whimsical journey infused with her unique artistic vision. Animation Meets Music: A Whimsical Odyssey Directed by Carrisa Johnson, the animated video for…
Documentary Plans on Wayne Static and Tera Wray: A Controversial Undertaking Filmmaker Matt Zane’s Announcement Filmmaker Matt Zane has revealed plans to create a documentary centered around the late Wayne Static, the former frontman of Static-X, and his wife, Tera Wray. Zane, who shared a long-standing friendship with Static, directed all of his solo music videos, including the collaboration “Noise Revolution” featuring DMC. Initial Plans for the Documentary In November 2025, Zane first announced his intentions to film the documentary, stating he would begin production in January 2026. He shared that he had already captured some footage while both Static…
Vreid Unveils New Album and Single: A Return to Form Announcement of The Skies Turn Black Norwegian black metal band Vreid is set to open a new chapter in their storied career with the announcement of their upcoming album, The Skies Turn Black, slated for release on March 6, 2026, via Indie Recordings. This marks the first new material from the band in five years, a period that has significantly shaped their music and artistic vision. New Single: “From These Woods” To herald this new era, Vreid has released a powerful new single titled “From These Woods.” The song originated…
Another year has come to an end, and what a busy year it has been! I embarked on two tours with Serpent Rider, helped launch a heavy metal festival in Seattle called Soldiers of Steel with friends, released numerous albums through my record label, traveled extensively, and navigated the ups and downs of life, love, and laughter. With such a packed schedule, I regrettably did not engage much in metal journalism this year (my apologies!), but I couldn’t let the opportunity pass to present my annual Album of the Year list. After all, everyone loves a chance to critique my…
Testament’s Para Bellum: A Thunderous Celebration of Thrash Metal Testament’s Para Bellum is both a thunderous celebration of the band’s thrash legacy and a bold venture into uncharted territory — and it’s Loudwire’s best metal album of 2025. Why Did We Pick This Album? In an era where many metal bands soften as they age, losing their songwriting edge or the fiery chops of their youth, Testament stands apart. With Para Bellum, the Bay Area thrash metal veterans reaffirm their position as one of the genre’s most intelligent and skilled bands. After forty years and 14 albums, they sound more…
Joe Satriani and Steve Vai Announce Inaugural SatchVai Band North American Tour for 2026 Guitar legends Joe Satriani and Steve Vai are gearing up for an exciting collaboration as they take their SatchVai Band on its first North American tour in 2026. This highly anticipated tour is set to captivate fans with a series of electrifying performances across 40 dates, kicking off on April 1 in Seattle and wrapping up on May 30 in Vienna, Virginia. A Continuation of the Surfing With the Hydra Tour The upcoming tour will follow the success of their 2025 Surfing With the Hydra Tour,…
