Author: The Anarchist
Devolver Unleashes “Non Compos Mentis” Overview of the Album Grande Prairie, Canada, is the birthplace of the rising metal band Devolver, which is poised to make waves with their sophomore album, “Non Compos Mentis”. Set for release on August 22, 2025, this album is produced by the renowned Mark Lewis, known for his work with heavyweights like Whitechapel, Trivium, and DevilDriver. The upcoming album signifies a major evolution in Devolver’s musical style, blending the melodic death metal reminiscent of Gothenburg with the aggressive elements of early 2000s metalcore. The Band’s Journey Founded in 2015 by guitarist Devin Babcock, Devolver emerged…
Exploring the Depths of La Dispute’s Latest Album: No One Was Driving the Car Analog Foundations and Natural Surroundings In a refreshingly analog approach, La Dispute’s latest album, No One Was Driving the Car, marks a departure from the electronic interludes found in their previous works, including Panorama and the Here, Hear EP. This album is a collaborative effort from the band members—Jordan Dreyer, Brad Vander Lugt, Chad Morgan-Sterenberg, Corey Stroffolino, and Adam Vass—who self-produced the record in the serene setting of New South Wales, Australia. Surrounded by a national forest, the band incorporates field recordings of their lush environment,…
Lady Gaga’s Spectacular Performance at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards A Night of Anticipation Lady Gaga’s much-anticipated performance at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards took center stage tonight. In a dazzling pre-taped segment, recorded during her Madison Square Garden concert on September 6, the pop icon showcased two tracks from her latest album, Mayhem, thrilling audiences worldwide. Stunning Setlist The performance featured a powerful rendition of “Abracadabra,” along with her new single, “The Dead Dance,” which is set to be featured on Netflix’s hit series, Wednesday. Clad in her signature massive red ballgown—an emblem of her ongoing Mayhem…
The Rolling Stones: A New Chapter in Their Legendary Career Latest Insights from the Stones’ Inner Circle In a recent edition of Record Collector, fans received an exclusive glimpse into the ongoing journey of the iconic band, the Rolling Stones. The magazine featured a compelling interview with Marlon Richards, the son of legendary guitarist Keith Richards. When asked about the band’s future projects, Marlon hinted at exciting developments, stating, “I guess an album – they have enough left over from the last one,” suggesting that a follow-up to their latest work might be on the horizon. Recording in Chiswick Marlon…
Motley Crue Launches 2025 Las Vegas Residency with a High-Energy Performance Motley Crue kicked off their highly anticipated 2025 Las Vegas residency on Friday, delivering an electrifying 13-song set that showcased their most iconic hits. The performance marked the band’s first show in 11 months and came on the same day that lead singer Vince Neil revealed he had suffered a stroke last Christmas, a revelation that added a deeply personal layer to the event. Vince Neil’s Resilience Shines Through In an interview with the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Neil shared his journey of recovery, noting that he had to relearn…
Dream Theater’s “A Change of Seasons”: A Journey Through Time Dream Theater made their mark in the world of progressive metal with the release of “A Change of Seasons” in September 1995, a 23-minute epic that showcased the band’s musical prowess. However, the origins of this long-form piece date back to 1989, making it a significant part of the band’s history. The Genesis of “A Change of Seasons” Drummer Mike Portnoy revealed in a recent conversation on the UCR Podcast that “A Change of Seasons” was among the first compositions the band created following their debut album, When Dream and…
Foo Fighters Announce Last-Minute Intimate Show in San Luis Obispo In an exciting surprise for fans, Foo Fighters have announced an intimate show scheduled for this Saturday at the Fremont Theater in San Luis Obispo, California. The venue, with a cozy capacity of just 900, promises an up-close experience for attendees. Ticket Details Tickets for this exclusive performance were made available for purchase in person at the box office starting at 7 a.m. PST on Saturday. As news spread, fans began lining up around the venue on Friday night, indicating that those who haven’t already secured tickets may be out…
Algernon Cadwallader’s “Trying Not to Have a Thought”: A Bold Return to Punk Roots Embracing Their Punk Identity Though admired by a range of emo and indie rockers, Algernon Cadwallader originally identified as an off-kilter punk band, a sentiment they fully embrace on their latest album, Trying Not to Have a Thought. This album stands as their densest and loudest work to date, showcasing a more controlled sound from each member while still maintaining their signature energy. Tracks like “Shameless Faces (even the guy who made the thing was a piece of shit)” exemplify their gnarled rock essence, while “noitanitsarcorP”…
Lady Gaga’s Captivating Late Show Performance Following the 2025 VMAs Performance Highlights Fresh off her show-stopping appearance at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, Lady Gaga graced the stage of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert on September 8. Dressed elegantly in a black gown, Gaga showcased her versatility with a stripped-down performance of “Vanish Into You,” a standout track from her latest album, Mayhem. Accompanied by a guitar duo, the performance took on a ballad-style, allowing her vocal prowess to shine through. MTV Video Music Awards Achievements At the VMAs held just the night before, Lady Gaga led the…
Max Cavalera Defends Axl Rose Against Online Criticism During a recent appearance on the Appetite For Distortion podcast, Max Cavalera, former frontman of Sepultura and current leader of Soulfly, spoke out against the ongoing criticism directed at Axl Rose, the iconic frontman of Guns N’ Roses. Cavalera expressed his frustration over the negative comments regarding Rose’s weight and vocal performance, emphasizing the importance of music over appearance. Online Criticism of Axl Rose Cavalera recounted how his wife showed him various online comments criticizing Axl Rose, stating, “Come on, man. Fuck you all. It’s such bullshit. Leave the guy alone.” He…
