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Swedish metal titans Amon Amarth will join forces with Dethklok for an extensive co-headliner tour across North America in Spring 2026, with special guests Castle Rat – bringing a night of pure theater and over-the-top heavy metal entertainment.

The run will be the biggest raids of the year with the two titan-sized bands co-billing for the first time. Amon Amarth have honoured the adventurous ethos of their Viking forebears by taking their music anywhere and everywhere, and are regarded as one of metal’s most vital and imperious live acts. Now hot off the back of a busy year across the tumultuous high seas supporting Slayer in the U.K. and their U.S. takeover with Pantera, these upcoming dates see the voracious quintet bringing an all-new theatrical stage production for an extended set.

Amon Amarth declares, “Three bands—one night. The strong will scream. The weak will fall. Limbs will be lost. We will crush skulls beneath our boots and tear the halls down stone by stone. This is not a concert. It is a reckoning. If you survive… perhaps the gods have other plans for you.”

Dethklok celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2026, marking two decades since the premiere of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim. As one of the most essential musical multimedia acts ever, Dethklok is both an animated phenomenon and a live metal juggernaut, combining intense musicianship with breakneck cinematic theatricality. Bringing the beloved larger-than-life characters of Dethklok to life once again will be Metalocalypse mastermind Brendon Small on guitar and vocals, legendary extreme metal drummer Gene Hoglan (Death, Dark Angel, Testament), bassist Pete Griffin (Steve Vai, Paul Gilbert, Zakk Wylde), and guitar shredder Nili Brosh (Danny Elfman).

“We have to celebrate our 20th anniversary,” says Small. “And what a killer way to do it, with Amon Amarth and Castle Rat, who embody theatrical heavy metal.” The tour promises nothing less than total sensory immersion. “We’re going to entertain you as hard as we possibly can with the power of heavy metal in many kinds of ways, and many different iterations – from Viking battleships to Castle Rat to Dethklok with our music and fast-paced, insane animation,” says Small. The balance between brutality, comedy, and surprise defines the Dethklok live experience. “We challenge ourselves to get in as much material without wearing out our welcome,” the frontman explains. “We also get to be funny.”

Fantastical heavy metal band Castle Rat are thrilled to join as special guests each night. The Rat Queen heralds, “On the heels of the Vernal Equinox, our adjacent universes shall align as we bring .•.The Realm.•. of Castle Rat into battle alongside venerable vikings, Amon Amarth, and Metalocalypse metal-masters, Dethklok! Join us, as we seek to expand and defend .•.The Realm.•. from our arch nemesis: Death, Herself – The Rat Reaperess!”

For the newly announced North American dates produced by Live Nation, tickets will be available starting with a Citi presale (details below) beginning Tuesday, December 9 at 10 am local time, followed by Amon Amarth and Dethklok presales at 12 pm local same day. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning Friday, December 12, at 10 am local time at this location.

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Blues-rock titan Joe Bonamassa will return to big stages across America next summer with a newly announced run of U.S. amphitheater and festival dates. The 2026 Summer Tour kicks off June 26th at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, NY, and continues through late August with marquee stops across the country concluding at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, CO.

The run includes select co-headline performances with Gov’t Mule – the enduring, GRAMMY-nominated band led by guitar legend Warren Haynes, celebrated globally for its improvisational depth and roots-rich catalog. JJ Grey & Mofro, the Florida-born soul-rock powerhouse known for vivid storytelling, swamp funk, and masterful Southern songwriting will also join select dates for special-guest performances, and rising blues phenom D.K. Harrell joins the June 26th Bethel, NY date.

A special fan pre-sale launches Tuesday, December 9th at 10 am local time for participating shows. The public on-sale begins Friday, December 12th at 10 am local time, though some dates will go on sale in early 2026 as noted below. Fans can sign up HERE for priority access to the best available seats and to receive exclusive JB content.

Bonamassa will also be releasing B.B. King’s Blues Summit 100 – the wide-reaching, 32-track centennial project created with the B.B. King Estate. The album has been rolling out in monthly volumes since September, with contributions from artists across generations. The full collection arrives February 6th, 2026, underscoring one of the most ambitious recording initiatives of his career.

Amid this activity, Bonamassa’s latest studio album Breakthrough earned a GRAMMY nomination, marking a new milestone at a defining moment in his creative and touring life.

U.S. 2026 Summer Tour (Newly Announced)

June 26 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts w/ special guest JJ Grey & Mofro & D.K. Harrell**
June 27 – Atlantic City, NJ – Ocean Casino Resort**
June 28 – Newark, NJ – New Jersey Performing Arts Center**
July 29 – Vienna, VA – Wolf Trap w/ Gov’t Mule*
July 31 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater w/ Gov’t Mule**
August 1 – Gilford, NH – BankNH Pavilion w/ Gov’t Mule**
August 3 – Hyannis, MA – Cape Cod Melody Tent**
August 5 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater w/ special guest JJ Grey & Mofro**
August 7 – Selbyville, DE – Freeman Arts Pavilion*
August 8 – Baltimore, MD – Pier Six Pavilion w/ Gov’t Mule**
August 9 – Youngstown, OH – The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre w/ Gov’t Mule**
August 12 – Highland Park, IL – Ravinia Festival in Highland Park, IL*
August 14 – Interlochen, MI – Kresge Auditorium*
August 15 – Welch, MN – Treasure Island Resort & Casino w/ Gov’t Mule**
August 16 – Lincoln, NE – Pinewood Bowl Theater w/ Gov’t Mule**
August 19 – Cheyenne, WY – Cheyenne Civic Center**
August 21 – Salt Lake City, UT – Eccles Theater**
August 23 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre**

*On sale in early 2026
**Participating in 12/9 Fan Presale

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Slaughter To Prevail has revealed plans for a North American headlining tour in spring 2026. The group will be joined by Whitechapel and Attila, making the month-long run a notable lineup for heavy music fans. The tour begins on March 21 in Nashville before moving through cities such as Denver, Seattle, Los Angeles, New York, Toronto, and Chicago, with additional stops expected. Tickets and VIP options will be available on Friday, December 12 at 10 a.m. local time.

Over the summer, Slaughter To Prevail released Grizzly, described as “their most punishing release to date and latest via Sumerian Records.” The album reached the top of the Hard Music Chart and secured “the No. 3 spot on both Current Rock Albums and Emerging Artists.”

Slaughter To Prevail continues to expand the boundaries of heavy music. The band continues delivering unapologetically hard modern metal while smashing expectations, and becoming one of the most talked about bands in heavy music in the process. With more than 1.5 million monthly Spotify listeners, the group is arguably the highest streaming band in extreme music, a status reflected in their increasingly large crowds. Their shows regularly fill major venues, and they recently drew widespread attention for leading “a record-breaking wall of death at France’s Hellfest.”

Slaughter To Prevail was formed through the collaboration of vocalist Alex Terrible and guitarist Jack Simmons. The group erupted on to the scene with a sound so ferocious it instantly carved out a loyal global following. What started as a raw idea developed into what the article describes as “a full-scale metal powerhouse,” with the band’s rise showing no signs of slowing. Their impact is now undeniable, commanding crowds of thousands across the world as their momentum continues to build.

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Rise Against, the long-running Chicago alternative punk outfit, is set to headline a short run of spring shows across Canada and the United States in 2026. Joining them on the road will be Destroy Boys, who will serve as support for the trek.

The tour begins on March 3, 2026, with a stop at The Strand in Providence, Rhode Island. From there, Rise Against will bring their high-energy performances and socially aware songwriting to a mix of major cities throughout North America, including Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Pittsburgh, Madison, and Spokane, with more dates planned along the way.

Tickets are scheduled to go on sale Friday, December 12, at 10 a.m. local time, and fans will be able to purchase them through here.

Few bands have ever been as accurately named as the Chicago punk quartet. It goes on to reflect on how, even as trends come and go, Rise Against have remained a north star of artful resistance. Over the past 25 years, they have continued to evolve their sound without losing the rebellious core that first defined them, building a catalog that mirrors the changing social landscape. The original text adds that their music blends “melodic hardcore detonations” with stark commentary about “the looming dystopia,” creating the tension that has become central to their identity.

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Triumph, one of Canada’s most revered and influential rock bands, proudly announces their first tour in 30 years with the Triumph 50th Anniversary Tour, produced by Live Nation – an expansive 2026 North American run celebrating five decades of musical excellence, pioneering stagecraft, and a legacy that continues to inspire fans worldwide.

“Our fans have always been the heart of Triumph. Their energy, their belief, and the way they embraced the positivity in our music have carried us for fifty years. We’ve always said these songs were meant to bring people together – and that’s exactly why we’re coming back now. We knew there was still a chapter left to write. This tour is our chance to do it, together with the people who made the Triumph journey possible.”

Tickets for the Triumph 50th Anniversary Tour with special guest April Wine, will be available beginning with a presale running from Wednesday, December 10, through Thursday, December 11, giving fans early access to seats. American Express® Card Members in Canada can purchase tickets before the general public, beginning Wednesday, December 10, at 10 am local time through Thursday, December 11, at 11:59 pm local time. The general on-sale follows on Friday, December 12 at 10 am local time at this location.

Triumph has partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 from every ticket sold will support SoundsUnite – the music community for learning, wellness, and creativity – anywhere, anytime, any device.

Formed in Mississauga in 1975, Triumph – Rik Emmett (guitar, vocals), Mike Levine (bass, keyboards), and Gil Moore (drums, vocals) – rose from playing high school auditoriums and rock n’ roll bars to selling out iconic arenas, from Toronto’s famed Maple Leaf Gardens to Reunion Arena in Dallas, Texas.

Their virtuosic musicianship, soaring vocals, and dazzling, high-production live shows helped define an era of arena rock. Blending hard rock power with progressive ambition, Triumph has sold over 15 million albums worldwide and earned multiple gold and platinum certifications, building a global following through headline tours and landmark festival performances, including the 1983 US Festival before 500,000 fans.

With hits like “Lay It on the Line,” “Magic Power,” and “Fight the Good Fight” – combined with pioneering stage productions featuring pyrotechnics, laser lighting, and theatrical flair – Triumph became an arena rock legends, securing a permanent place in Canadian and international rock history.

The band’s return to the road follows a defining year honouring Triumph’s impact across generations. In June 2025, the band was celebrated with Magic Power: All-Star Tribute to Triumph (Round Hill Records, June 6, 2025), a 15-track tribute album featuring rock luminaries such as Phil X, Sebastian Bach, Slash, Nancy Wilson, Joey Belladonna, Dee Snider, Lawrence Gowan, Deen Castronovo, Alex Lifeson, Jeff Keith, Mickey Thomas, and produced by the world-renowned Mike Clink (Guns N’ Roses, Mötley Crüe, Whitesnake).

Further solidifying their celebrated status, Triumph was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame in October, a prestigious honour recognizing their enduring influence, masterful songwriting, and contributions to Canada’s cultural legacy. This induction adds to their long list of accolades, which includes membership in the Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame (2007), the Canadian Music Hall of Fame (2008), and Canada’s Walk of Fame (2019).

Canadian Tour Dates

04/22 — Sault Ste. Marie, ON — GFL Memorial Gardens
04/24 — Toronto, ON — Scotiabank Arena
04/25 — Hamilton, ON — TD Coliseum
04/28 — Halifax, NS — Scotiabank Centre
04/29 — Moncton, NB — Avenir Centre
05/01 — Laval, QC — Place Bell (Montreal)
05/02 — Ottawa, ON — Canadian Tire Centre
05/05 — Winnipeg, MB — Canada Life Centre
05/07 — Edmonton, AB — Rogers Place
05/08 — Calgary, AB — Scotiabank Saddledome

US Tour Dates

05/13 – Rosemont, IL | Rosemont Theatre (Chicago)
05/14 – Milwaukee, WI | Miller High Life Theatre
05/16 – Kansas City, MO | Starlight Theatre
05/17 – St. Louis, MO | Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
05/20 – Irving, TX | The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory (Dallas)
05/21 – San Antonio, TX | Frost Bank Center
05/22 – Houston, TX | Smart Financial Center at Sugar Land
05/24 – Tampa, FL | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
05/26 – Atlanta, GA | Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park
05/28 – Camden, NJ | Freedom Mortgage Pavilion (Philadelphia)
05/30 – Sterling Heights, MI | Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill (Detroit)
06/03 – Darien Center, NY | Darien Lake Amphitheater
06/05 – Wantagh, NY | Northwell at Jones Beach Theater (New York)
06/06 – Boston, MA | Leader Bank Pavilion

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Toto, Christopher Cross, and The Romantics have announced plans to tour North America next summer. Produced by Live Nation, the run will commence on July 15 in Bethel, New York, at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, with 32 appearances planned before the final event on August 30 in Toronto, Ontario, at the RBC Amphitheatre. The general on-sale begins on Friday, December 12, at 10 a.m. local time at this location.

This past year has been one of the strongest in Toto‘s 48 years of existence, with more than half a million fans coming out to see them perform, alongside over a billion streams counted this year alone. The weekly average is more than 20 million plays at the DSPs, which has triggered additional certifications throughout this past year. Total streams at Spotify exceed four billion and seven billion across all platforms.

Toto‘s largest hit, “Africa,” has achieved the milestone of two billion plays at Spotify alone, while “Hold The Line” exceeds one billion streams. On the sales side, “Africa” has been certified diamond by the RIAA (10 million sold), with cumulative sales now approaching 11 million. Additionally, “Hold The Line” has been certified triple platinum for sales of three million copies, while “Rosanna” hit the milestone of double platinum for sales of two million copies. Cumulative Toto album sales are over 50 million copies.

For all members past and present, one of the most exciting details to celebrate is the continual aging down of the band’s audience. Consistently, more than half of the billion annual streams are plays from those 34 years or younger. The live audience present night to night has truly become a celebration of three generations coming together.

Individually and collectively, the band’s family tree can be heard on countless Grammy Award-winning albums across all genres. Toto are one of the few 1970s bands that have endured the changing trends and styles while continuing to remain relevant. Led by Steve Lukather and Joseph Williams, the band features a collection of lifelong friends, many of whom are deemed amongst the best players on planet Earth.

Special guest Christopher Cross and the members of Toto have been friends and collaborators for more than four decades. On September 1, 2024, Christopher performed as direct support for TOTO at the Hollywood Bowl. Subsequently, the two artists have toured the world together performing across Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the U.S. this past summer. In December, they’ll travel to Chile, Argentina, and Mexico with one another.

Christopher Cross burst on to the music scene with his 1980 self-titled debut album winning five Grammy Awards, including — for the first time in Grammy history — the “Big Four” most prestigious awards: “Record Of The Year” (for the single “Sailing”), “Album Of The Year”, “Song Of The Year” (“Sailing”), and “Best New Artist”. In a career spanning more than four decades, Cross has sold more than 12 million albums. His music has garnered five Grammys, an Oscar, a Golden Globe, an Emmy nomination, and five Top 10 singles.

The Romantics formally became a band on Valentine’s Day, 1977. Bred on the streets of Detroit’s east side, they were inspired by American roots rock, the British Invasion, and their hometown music scene. Nearly 50 years later, they are still celebrated for having created some of the most influential and beloved rock songs of all time.

They are known for their MTV video hits, including “What I Like About You”, “Talking In Your Sleep”, and “One In A Million”, along with fan favorites “Rock You Up” and “When I Look In Your Eyes”. Their hits are a staple on classic, new wave, and contemporary terrestrial rock radio, as well as numerous television commercials (Budweiser, Toyota), movie soundtracks (“Shrek”, “Grown Ups 1” and “2”, “Five Nights at Freddy’s”), and hit series (“Stranger Things”). The Romantics have also been enjoying airplay courtesy of Little Steven’s Underground Garage radio show on SiriusXM, 80’s On 81st Wave, and Classic Vinyl. The Romantics — Wally Palmar on lead vocals, Coz Canler on lead guitar, Bruce Witkin on bass, Joey Malone on guitar, and Mike Rizzi on drums — are currently touring across the world in 2025 and 2026.

TOTO, Christopher Cross & The Romantics Tour Dates:

07/15 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
07/16 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Performing Arts Center
07/18 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
07/19 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
07/21 – Boston, MA – Leader Bank Pavilion
07/23 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater
07/25 – Syracuse, NY – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview
07/26 – Philadelphia, PA – TD Pavilion at Highmark Mann
07/28 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion
07/29 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
07/31 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
08/01 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
08/02 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
08/04 – Orange Beach, AL – The Wharf
08/05 – Brandon, MS – Brandon Amphitheater
08/07 – Houston, TX – The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
08/08 – Austin, TX – Germania Insurance Amphitheater
08/10 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater
08/11 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre
08/12 – Chula Vista, CA – North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
08/14 – Long Beach, CA – Long Beach Amphitheater
08/15 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre
08/16 – Wheatland, CA – Toyota Amphitheatre
08/18 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre
08/19 – Bend, OR – Hayden Homes Amphitheater
08/21 – Salt Lake City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
08/22 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
08/24 – Kansas City, MO – Morton Amphitheater
08/26 – Shakopee, MN – Mystic Lake Amphitheater
08/28 – Grand Rapids, MI – Acrisure Amphitheater
08/29 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre
08/30 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre

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During a December 5 visit to SiriusXM’s “Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk“, Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine opened up about the group’s newly revealed farewell tour. The run is set to begin officially in 2026 under the name “This Was Our Life”. It will support Megadeth’s upcoming final self-titled album Megadeth, due out in January, closing a career that has stretched across more than 40 years for the 64-year-old singer-guitarist.

When Eddie Trunk asked whether the band might wrap the final show with an expanded lineup featuring all living former members, Dave Mustaine explained why that scenario likely won’t happen (as transcribed by Blabbermouth): “Well, I can’t really do that, because of the behavior of one of the band members in the past. I just can’t — I can’t. Because, first off, it would be unfair to the other band members if I didn’t play with them as well.”

“But the thing about what we did with [former Megadeth guitarist] Marty [Friedman] in Japan [in early 2024], that was a no-brainer. That was brilliant. And I love Marty. We had our separation, and he went his way, and we went our way. But it was a very, very intense relationship I had with Marty, because that was the first relationship I had with a guitar player,” Mustaine continued.

“My relationship with [former Megadeth guitarist] Chris [Poland] was really great, but it wasn’t as good as it was with Marty. My relationship with [former Megadeth guitarist] Jeff [Young] was good, but it wasn’t as good as it was with Marty. And I probably wouldn’t have a problem playing with any of the members of those two lineups, except the fact that [former Megadeth drummer] Gar’s [Samuelson] is deceased, and [I’m] just not gonna do anything that is gonna, in any way, seem unfair to the other bandmembers,” he added.

The host then asked if fans should expect a clearly announced last-ever concert or a quieter end to touring. Mustaine said he still isn’t sure how the final moment will be handled: “I don’t know. I was joking around with our management and said, ‘You guys should probably book some fake dates at the end of the tour that I don’t know about so I won’t go out there on the last date and just blubber like a fucking 175-pound wuss.”

When the conversation shifted to why Megadeth is intended to be the band’s final album and why the farewell decision is happening now, Mustaine pointed to ongoing physical issues: “It had been a long time coming — just physical stuff that was going on with my hands… My hands were letting me down. And there were other things that were difficult because of all the stuff going on in my neck and my trunk. The entire area there has arthritis, and it has discs that are bulging. I’ve got a broken lumbar bone. Of course, you know I have my back fused, up by my shoulders, by my neck. And just a lot of stuff.”

He added that he’s long believed the right time to step back is when he can’t meet his own standard night after night: “I always said when it got to the point where I was unable to give a hundred percent every night, that’s when I was gonna start considering winding down. And it wasn’t that I was unable to give a hundred percent, because we finished the record, and I think we did a good job on it, but there was a period when we were working, and I said to my manager, I said, ‘I don’t know how much longer I can do this. My hands are really hurting.’”

“And I didn’t mean to set the ball rolling. Honestly, I was just making conversation, and it turned into me talking to the band guys and sleeping on it, and talking to my family and praying on it. And the answer was clear to me that by the time we’re done with the record, I’m gonna know how the record’s gonna do,” he further added.

“If the record does really well, then I’ll be able to have one last really good tour. And the part about the farewell thing, it’s kind of like the same thing, isn’t it? We’ve got some dates that we wanna play to say goodbye to our friends.”

From his perspective, a proper farewell also means a serious global schedule rather than a small handful of appearances: “The thing is, we’re an American band, but we play everywhere. So it’s not like we just are weekend warriors, as country acts here in the States. We’ve got a lot of touring to do in order to do our farewell properly.”

After Eddie Trunk noted that some veteran acts continue too long even when they can’t fully deliver, Mustaine agreed that Megadeth shouldn’t do that if the performance standard slips: “I don’t think there’s any reason [for us] to [keep playing when we are not able to deliver a hundred percent],” he said. “I mean, unless you’re financially in a bad way and you need to keep playing, which, by the grace of God, I’ve been successful. I’ve been able to pay all my bills. All the band guys, they get their paychecks on time. We do everything right by the book.”

“So, some people, as I said, may have to keep playing, because there’s nothing else for them to do. Now, when I think about what I gonna do after I hang the guitar up, that’s in relation to touring, and I believe that I’m going to keep doing music in some way, shape, or form,” Mustaine concluded.

But not in the fashion that I was doing with Megadeth because if I can’t do it and I need to stop playing with my first love, I’m not gonna go out and try and do it again with someone else.”

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Rock N’ Roll Colouring has announced the first official coloring book from Sleep Token. Featuring iconic artwork and instantly recognizable images, all printed on high-quality paper in a square format, these amazing designs are officially licensed and fully endorsed by Sleep Token. They have the potential for hours of satisfying coloring. The book invites you to delve into the enigmatic imagery of Sleep Token’s latest groundbreaking album, Even In Arcadia, a No. 1 album in both the U.K. and the U.S.

The book contains painstakingly created renderings of each image with detailed outlines ready for you to unleash your artistic skills using pens, pencils, or paint. Utilizing artwork from the latest album alongside iconic renderings of Vessel, as well as specially created unique mandalas, the book provides fans with the perfect opportunity to add their own personal stamp on Sleep Token‘s complex and creative world.

The staggering phenomenon of Sleep Token has been growing steadily over the course of four incredibly daring, genre-defying albums, culminating in this year’s career high, Even In Arcadia, released via major label RCA.

A headline appearance at the Download festival this summer drew one of the biggest crowds to the event in recent years, while the band was recently nominated for two Grammy Awards. Steeped in symbolism and mystery, the band refuses to give interviews and blends post-rock, metal, pop, soul, and electronica to create a unique sound that has propelled modern rock music forward at a lightning pace. Sleep Token fans, known collectively as “Followers”, revel in the band’s secrecy and hidden meaning, often wearing masks and costumes similar to the band themselves.

Devised and created by two lifelong rock and heavy metal devotees and coloring book fans, Rock N’ Roll Colouring was formed by fans for fans. Every effort has gone into making sure this book does justice to the vision of Sleep Token and their vivid iconography, bearing witness to one of the charismatic and innovative bands of the moment.

Coloring has proven significant mental health benefits, including mindfulness, relaxation, and increased focus, and can be enjoyed by any age group. These books provide hours of creative and restful activity that combines the love of music with the love of the arts.

The Sleep Token book follows on from the previous Rock N’ Roll Colouring releases from heavy music icons such as Iron Maiden, Alice Cooper, Motörhead, Judas Priest, Cannibal Corpse, Thin Lizzy, and Megadeth.

The book is published on December 5, available for worldwide shipping, and can be ordered via Eyesore Merch. A limited number of the books will be available with an exclusive print featuring a color render of a specially created mandala image taken from the book.

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Avenged Sevenfold has unveiled the official Black Ops interrogation room VR 360° video for their new song “Magic,” tied to Black Ops 7 Season 1—described as the franchise’s largest seasonal content release to date.

The massive update rolls out a wide slate of additions, including fresh and revamped maps, new modes, weapons, scorestreaks, limited-time events, perks, gameplay changes, skins, and bundles. One of the standout features is the new Astra Malorum Zombies map. To unlock Avenged Sevenfold’s track, players will need to complete the map’s main Easter egg and make it to Mars.

Commenting on the “Magic” video — created by Ryan McKinnon in Unreal Engine — Avenged Sevenfold said:  “Use the official YouTube VR app and 8K headset for the best viewing experience. You can also explore the full scene interactively on your phone or desktop by dragging your finger or mouse to look around.”

“Magic” arrives on all platforms December 6.

Back in 2018, Avenged Sevenfold released an EP featuring four songs they wrote and recorded for the Call Of Duty: Black Ops universe. Frontman M. Shadows explained to Kerrang! that the band wanted to give those tracks a dedicated home rather than having them scattered across streaming platforms: “We just felt these songs needed a place to live, instead of being scattered all over streaming services. We will also be releasing ‘Jade Helm’, which is the multiplayer score we did for ‘Black Ops 3’. Until now, that has only been available on YouTube and in the game.”

That EP also included a new Avenged Sevenfold song that had been teased in a leaked trailer for Call Of Duty: Black Ops 4. M. Shadows described the track as dark and atmospheric, aimed at capturing a different vibe than a straightforward “zombie killer” anthem. He added that these game-related releases gave the band space to experiment, placing the song more in a “dark alternative” lane.

Over the years, Avenged Sevenfold have contributed music to multiple entries in the series and even made a virtual appearance in the second Black Ops, where they performed “Carry On” in an epilogue sequence after the end credits.

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From Ashes To New — Danny Case (vocals), Matt Brandyberry (vocals), Lance Dowdle (guitar), Maty Madiro (drums), Jimmy Bennett (guitar) — is wrapping up 2025 with the release of a visceral new song, “Drag Me”, via Better Noise Music. Watch the visualizer for the track below.

“We wanted to create a song about feeling trapped in a war with yourself, when your inner demons pull harder than your better intentions can push,” says Brandyberry. “Every good thought gets buried beneath the bad, and you start to realize the real fight isn’t against the world, it’s against the reflection staring back at you. ‘Drag Me’ came from that place…the feeling of being pulled straight into hell by the parts of yourself you could never escape.”

The sonically intense and lyrically harrowing “Drag Me” is the follow-up to “New Disease”, which was released July 25 via Better Noise Music and marked From Ashes To New‘s first new offering since “Live Before I’m Dead (Hours)”, one of the six bonus tracks that appeared on the June 2024 release of the Blackout (Deluxe) album.

From Ashes To New has already made its mark as a hugely successful band with a No. 1-charting album — 2023’s Blackout (Better Noise Music) — which landed the No. 1 spot on several iTunes and Spotify Rock and Metal charts across the globe. Artistically, the Lancaster, Pennsylvania outfit has made an impact with a distinctive amalgam of alt metal combined with songs that bracingly capture their generation’s anxieties.

Blackout was an important statement for From Ashes To New, acting as a prequel to the band’s 2016 debut album Day One. Garnering over 310 million lifetime global total streams, including nearly 20 million video streams, the album mirrored the angst and unrest the world felt during the 2020 pandemic, at which time it was written, while delivering a fresh spin on their myriad influences that broke From Ashes To New onto the scene. 

Blackout garnered various critical accolades, including Mxdwn, which proclaimed that it’s “melodic, emotive and undeniably powerful,” while Knotfest raved: “There’s an exciting immediacy to their sound that recalls the music renaissance of the late ’90s and early 2000s… It’s that sweet spot of mass appeal where there’s a little something for everyone, be it From Ashes To New‘s heavier metallic side, or their arena-sized choruses.”

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