Author: The Anarchist

Stress Spells: A Deep Dive into Their Upcoming Album “Hearts Never Tire” Photo by Michelle Rose Photography Introduction to “Hearts Never Tire” New Jersey’s mathy hardcore noise quartet, Stress Spells, is set to release their highly anticipated album, “Hearts Never Tire.” This album, featuring nine concise tracks, promises a robust listening experience that reflects the band’s energetic and chaotic style. Album Details “Hearts Never Tire” will be available on vinyl and digitally through Fuzz Records on February 6. Pre-orders are already underway, allowing fans to secure their copy ahead of the release. The album stands out for its solid riff-to-ruble…

Rock and Metal Offerings for Record Store Day 2026 What Is Record Store Day? Record Store Day, established in 2007, began as a celebration of independent music culture, bringing together owners and employees of independent record stores across the globe. The inaugural event took place in 2008, and since then, it has grown into an annual tradition aimed at encouraging music enthusiasts to explore their local record stores. Special releases from a diverse array of artists are featured, making it a highly anticipated day for collectors and fans alike. The event has also expanded to include Black Friday offerings. For…

High On Fire Announces European Tour for Summer 2023 Tour Overview The renowned sludge metal band High On Fire has officially confirmed their plans to embark on an exhilarating European tour this summer. Following their Grammy Award win, the band is set to participate in the latter half of the annual festival circuit across Europe and the UK. Tour Dates and Locations High On Fire will kick off their European journey on August 5, 2023, at Razzmatazz in Barcelona, Spain. The tour will conclude on August 24, 2023, at IDNO in Reykjavik, Iceland. Below is the complete list of dates…

Truckfighters Return with New Single and Upcoming Album Swedish stoner rock legends Truckfighters have made a triumphant return with their latest single, “The Bliss.” This track serves as the first glimpse into their highly anticipated album, Masterflow, set to release on April 10, 2026, through Fuzzorama Records. Fans can also look forward to witnessing their electrifying live performance at Camden’s Desertfest on May 17. A Bold Comeback In the words of the band, “We’re back with a bang… or should we say, a bliss!” The single “The Bliss” is a testament to the essence of Masterflow, encapsulating the elements of…

Look Outside Your Window: The Long-Awaited Self-Titled Album Set for Release Release Date and Significance Look Outside Your Window will finally unveil their self-titled album on Record Store Day, April 18, 2026. This much-anticipated LP has been in the making for over 15 years and is set to hit the shelves of independent record stores across the nation. The Origins of the Album The album features the creative collaboration of Corey Taylor, Shawn ‘Clown’ Crahan, Sid Wilson, and Jim Root, all of whom worked on the project during downtime from recording Slipknot’s 2008 album, All Hope Is Gone. This period…

Mortiis: The Myth and the Man Behind the Music The Enigmatic Figure of Håvard Ellefsen Mortiis, the stage name of Håvard Ellefsen, has often been shrouded in myth. As a pioneer of dungeon synth and a founding member of the influential black metal band Emperor, Ellefsen has cultivated a distinctive visual aesthetic that elevates him to an almost mythical status—one typically reserved for fictional characters. His recent return to dungeon synth, highlighted by the 2020 album Spirit of Rebellion and a notable tour with Mayhem, has solidified his stature as an Odin-like figure within the subgenre. Yet, this mythologization often…

Ottawa’s DOLL Unleashes New Single “Bear Claw” Following 2025 Comeback Album New Single Premiere Ottawa-based alternative rock band DOLL kicks off 2026 with an electrifying new single, “Bear Claw,” which premiered today exclusively on New Noise Magazine, accompanied by a vibrant lyric video. This track marks a significant continuation of the band’s artistic revival after their 2025 album, “Better Days, Better Times.” Continuing the “Animal Crackers” Trilogy “Bear Claw” is the second installment of DOLL’s intriguing “Animal Crackers” trilogy, which commenced earlier this year with the widely praised single “Shark Bait,” also featured on “Better Days, Better Times.” The band…

Controversy Surrounds the Sale of Furnace Fest The recent sale of Furnace Fest, a prominent annual festival dedicated to hardcore, metalcore, and emo music, has ignited a firestorm of debate within its community. Originally resurrected in 2021, the festival faced significant financial challenges in 2022, including unpaid artist guarantees, which ultimately led organizers to sell the festival to an undisclosed production company to relieve mounting debts. The Handover and Its Implications Johnny Grimes, a former managing partner of Furnace Fest, confirmed the transition, expressing gratitude that the production company paid the remaining balances owed to artists. “We approached a large…

The Evolution of the Best Rap Album Grammy Award For over two decades, the Recording Academy has celebrated the genre of hip-hop at its annual Grammy Awards ceremony, recognizing its cultural and artistic significance through dedicated music categories, most notably the Best Rap Album award. Origins of the Best Rap Album Award The Grammy Awards introduced the Best Rap Album category in 1996, with Naughty By Nature taking home the inaugural trophy for their album, Poverty’s Paradise. The following year, The Fugees captured the award for their iconic record, The Score. Multiple-Time Winners Over the years, several artists have achieved…

Def Leppard Launches Exciting Las Vegas Residency with New Stage Show Def Leppard kicked off their highly anticipated Las Vegas residency on February 3, 2026, at Caesars Palace, unveiling a spectacular new stage show and a significantly revamped set list that has fans buzzing. Promising a Fresh Experience In the lead-up to the event, lead singer Joe Elliott expressed the band’s enthusiasm for the changes, stating, “We’ve scrapped everything we’ve ever used over the last five or six tours. We’ve actually just got rid of it and came up with a whole new stage show, including set list. It’s pretty…