Author: The Anarchist

Cold Slither’s Holiday Hit: “Cobra Claws Are Coming To Town” Image courtesy of Cold Slither A Festive Return Just in time for the holiday season, the GI Joe-themed metal band Cold Slither has released their latest jingle, “Cobra Claws Are Coming To Town.” This festive track is set to ignite both holiday cheer and heavy metal enthusiasm. Meet the Band Cold Slither boasts an impressive lineup featuring: Gus Rios (Exhumed) Matt Harvey (Exhumed, Gruesome) Ross Sewage (Exhumed, Ghoul) Andy Selway (KMFDM) The song is presented by Phoenix Music in collaboration with Hasbro, enhancing its connection to the beloved GI Joe…

Coalesce has publicly confronted allegations of inappropriate conduct against guitarist Jes Steineger, brought forward by a former student from a college institution. The situation gained traction after the accuser shared her account on an r/Metalcore Reddit thread, detailing her claims about the nature of their interactions. The accuser’s post, which has since been deleted—reportedly by Reddit moderators—outlined an alleged inappropriate relationship that primarily occurred through email and included some physical interactions. She stated that Steineger was her professor and academic advisor for over three years, and she provided messages documenting their exchanges to the university’s legal team and later to…

Coalesce Addresses Online Accusations Against Guitarist Jes Steineger Public Statement Overview Hardcore band Coalesce has publicly responded to allegations circulating on Reddit concerning their guitarist, Jes Steineger. The band confirmed their awareness of the claims and outlined the findings of their internal review, ultimately expressing their support for Steineger while recognizing that errors were made in the situation. The Context of the Allegations According to Coalesce, the controversy arose from an inappropriate yet mutual email exchange between Steineger and a 24-year-old student at the university where he was employed earlier this year. The band maintained that they conducted a thorough…

Rock and Metal Santa: Celebrating the Heavy Side of the Holidays Santa Claus has seen countless interpretations throughout history, but none capture the spirit of rebellion and fun quite like the rock and metal version of Saint Nick. This holiday season, we’re diving into the world of heavy metal Santas, showcasing over a dozen hilarious photos that bring a unique twist to the traditional Christmas figure. Meet the Various Rock and Metal Santas This year, we’ve taken the liberty of naming our favorite heavy metal iterations of Santa Claus. Each character embodies a different aspect of rock culture, making them…

Ian Gillan Surprised by Deep Purple’s Inclusion in Stranger Things Ian Gillan, the legendary frontman of Deep Purple, recently revealed that he was unaware that one of the band’s classic tracks, “Child In Time,” had been featured in the trailer for the fifth and final season of the hit Netflix series, Stranger Things. This unexpected news came to light during an interview with Classic Rock. The Unexpected Revelation “Child In Time,” a standout track from Deep Purple’s 1970 album In Rock, made its way into the pop culture spotlight when it was included in the promotional material for Stranger Things.…

False Reality: A New Force in the Hardcore Scene The Genesis of False Reality Essex native Rachel Rigby has long been a vibrant figure in the hardcore music community, dedicating years to organizing shows and festivals. However, an unfulfilled ambition lingered in her heart—she wanted to step onto the stage herself. Utilizing the connections she had cultivated within the scene, Rachel reached out to her musician friends, and thus, False Reality was born. Since their formation in 2023, the band has made waves with their dynamic presence, debuting with the intense Path Of Self Destruct EP and embarking on tours…

Dude In Black Unveils New Single: ‘The Death Of Ophelia’ Introduction to the Track Released on the 22nd of November, Dude In Black’s latest single, ‘The Death Of Ophelia’, presents a captivating electronic soundscape that reinterprets the profound themes of angst and heartache found in William Shakespeare’s classic play, ‘Hamlet’. Streaming and Availability Listeners can stream and download ‘The Death Of Ophelia’ through various platforms, amplifying the reach of this evocative piece. Musical Composition and Style Eerily atmospheric, ‘The Death Of Ophelia’ masterfully fuses elements of Dream Pop and Indie Rock, complemented by Shoegaze influences. Drawing comparisons to the likes…

LYNYRD SKYNYRD’s Future: New Music and Legacy Possibility of New Music In a recent interview with Riff X’s “Metal XS,” LYNYRD SKYNYRD’s guitarist Rickey Medlocke and lead singer Johnny Van Zant discussed the exciting potential for new music from the storied rock band. Johnny revealed, “We have songs that we wrote with Gary [Rossington, the late LYNYRD SKYNYRD guitarist] that we never recorded.” Medlocke added, “We discovered [these songs] shortly after Gary’s passing… we found about 30 songs that Gary had worked on with Johnny and myself. You could hear him talking on the tapes about lyrics and all that…

Indominus Unleashes New Track ‘Black Lake’ By Michael Sweeney; December 2025. About Indominus Formed in 2016, Northern Ireland’s own death metal powerhouse, Indominus, has been carving out their niche in the heavy music scene. With an impressive discography that includes an EP and three singles, the band has recently signed with Dethroner Agency, aiming to expand their reach across the UK and Ireland. Preview of ‘Black Lake’ Fans of previous tracks like ‘Burn’ and ‘War’ will be thrilled with the band’s latest release, ‘Black Lake.’ Recorded with the talented Josh at JSR Audio, this new track promises to elevate their…

Origins of Sulfuric Cautery Where are they from?Based in Los Angeles, California, Sulfuric Cautery has made a significant impact in the music scene. Recently, the excitement of local sports has spilled over into their fanbase, with thrilling matchups in football making headlines alongside the band’s latest releases. The Buzz Surrounding the Band Why the hype?Sulfuric Cautery has returned with a vengeance! The year 2025 has been monumental for this pioneering band of the Hyper Gore Blast genre, having released two full-length albums, a split EP, and a reissue of previous works. Their relentless output suggests they are on a mission…