Author: The Anarchist
UNHINGED Festival: A Metal and Beer Extravaganza in Denver Get ready to unleash your inner metalhead because the inaugural UNHINGED Festival is set to rock the National Western Stockyards in Denver, Colorado, this July! Scheduled for July 26 and 27, the festival promises an electrifying lineup featuring some of the most formidable names in metal music, alongside an impressive selection of craft beers. With bands like Knocked Loose, The Dillinger Escape Plan, Lamb Of God, In This Moment, and many more, this event is not to be missed! Festival Lineup July 26 Knocked Loose The Dillinger Escape Plan The Garden…
Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson Honored at the Governors Awards Longtime producers of the iconic James Bond film franchise, Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, were celebrated with Honor Oscars at the recent Governors Awards. Their contributions to cinema have spanned decades, and this recognition cements their legacy within the film industry. The 2025 Academy Awards: A Night to Remember On March 2, 2025, the Academy Awards dazzled audiences with a night full of memorable performances and prestigious nominations. The event featured special musical tributes from some of today’s biggest stars, including Blackpink’s Lisa, Doja Cat, and Raye, who…
Exploring Self-Worth and Identity Through Music The Tug of War Between Rural Roots and Urban Aspirations How much of our self-worth is intricately linked to how others perceive us? This question looms large, especially for artists like Karsyn Henderson, who grew up in the open prairies of Western Canada. The allure of a bustling city, bursting with potential and fame, can feel almost sinful when one is deeply connected to their rural upbringing. Yet, when Henderson and his band, Truck Violence, made the leap from rural Alberta to the vibrant streets of Montréal, they chose not to abandon their roots.…
March of Scylla: A New Force in Progressive Metal Debut Album Release French progressive metal band March of Scylla is set to release their highly anticipated debut album, Andromeda, on March 7, through Klonosphere and Season of Mist. Fans can listen to the album now before its official launch. Band Origins and Formation The band was founded by guitarist Christofer Fraisier, who previously played with Taman Shud. The group’s dark and progressive sound began to take shape when he brought in drummer Gilles Masson, formerly of Ashura, along with bassist Robert Desbiendras and vocalist Florian Vasseur. Before this debut album,…
VUKOVI: A Decade of Graft Leads to a Groundbreaking Performance From Small Venues to Grand Stages After ten years of relentless effort and dedication, VUKOVI has seen their trajectory accelerate dramatically. Just two-and-a-half years ago, they were performing at the O2 Academy Islington, and now, they are filling the Electric Ballroom to capacity. Fast forward to the present, and they are celebrating the launch of their latest album, MY GOD HAS GOT A GUN, in front of a crowd exceeding 2,000 fans. Opening Acts Set the Stage Before VUKOVI takes the spotlight, the night kicks off with Artio, a Leeds…
Mastodon Takes the Stage Without Brent Hinds: A New Era Begins First Show Post-Hinds at Live In The Sand Festival Mastodon recently made headlines as they performed their first show without founding member Brent Hinds on March 9 at Tool’s Live In The Sand festival in Punta Cana. For this significant occasion, the band enlisted the talents of guitarist Ben Eller, a well-known YouTuber and guitar educator, who stepped in to fill the void left by Hinds. While it remains uncertain whether Eller will continue with the band beyond this performance, his impressive grasp of Mastodon’s sound has garnered positive…
Sin of God Unleashes Their Fourth Album: “Blood Bound” Overview of “Blood Bound” The metal world is now “Blood Bound” with the release of Hungary’s SIN OF GOD‘s fourth studio album from Exitus Stratagem Records. This new full-length offering is a testament to the band’s evolution, showcasing a blend of thrash, ODM, and blackened progressive death metal. “Blood Bound” serves as a sacrificial offering designed to resonate with both longtime fans and newcomers to the death metal genre. Concept and Themes Describing the album, the band remarked, “This album was a very painful and gory birth. Blood Bound was born…
Clément Ducol, Camille, and Jacques Audiard Win Academy Award for Best Original Song Historic Win for “El Mal” In a stunning moment at the 2025 Academy Awards, songwriters Clément Ducol and Camille, alongside director Jacques Audiard, were honored with the Oscar for Best Original Song for their poignant track “El Mal,” featured in the film Emilia Pérez. This marks a significant milestone for the trio, as they each take home their first-ever Academy Awards. Competing Songs The competition was fierce this year, with other notable nominees including: “Mi Camino” from Emilia Pérez “Never Too Late” by Elton John from Never…
Ted Nugent Defends His Return to Performing Post-Farewell Tour Ted Nugent, famously known as the Motor City Madman, is making headlines as he resumes live performances following his “Adios Mofos” farewell tour in 2023. With a limited schedule planned for the spring and summer months of 2024, Nugent asserts that he is not contradicting himself by returning to the stage. Clarifying the Retirement Misconception In a conversation with Sirius XM’s Eddie Trunk, Nugent addressed the confusion surrounding his touring status, stating, “I never used the word retire.” He emphasized that many fans have questioned his decision to perform again, believing…
Sen Dog Discusses New Musical Ventures with Powerflo In a recent appearance on Loudwire Nights, Sen Dog, the iconic co-vocalist of Cypress Hill, delved into his latest project with the metal band Powerflo. The conversation took place on March 7, where Sen Dog shared insights about their new album, Gorilla Warfare, and the creative challenges he faced during the process. Embracing New Challenges Reflecting on his collaboration with bandmates Christian Olde Wolbers and Billy Graziadei, Sen Dog recounted how they encouraged him to explore a harder edge to his music. “Christian and Billy came to me and were like, ‘Hey,…
