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“…We brought the best out in each other… at a time in our life where we didn’t really know each other that well.”

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Earlier this month, we were all shocked to learn that Neurosis was back and had not only recruited Sumac’s Aaron Turner as their new vocalist, but had also recorded a new record and released it that day. It was a fucking whirlwind of excitement that swept across us all, especially given the fact that most people thought that band was doneski following how Scott Kelly’s exit went down.

In the days since all that went down, fans have shown nothing but love for the album and the band. In both instances, the guys knocked it out of the park and folks are excited to catch Neurosis live. All the outpouring of positivity and excitement has apparently affected the members of Neurosis greatly, as they made a sincere, heartfelt post on Instagram thanking fans for their support.

I’m not one to pretend I can speak for the mighty Neurosis, so here’s their statement:

“We want to offer you all our deepest and most heartfelt gratitude. We are quite overwhelmed and more than humbled. Never in our wildest imagination could we have foreseen that our return and new album would have such a deep resonance and emotional impact. We have always tried to hold to an artistic ethos of ‘give everything, expect nothing’ and have always made this music for ourselves, making the music we need to make at any given moment.

“This experience is making it abundantly clear that what we have tapped into is much larger than ourselves or our band and that we are involved in a mutual exchange of cathartic energy that we haven’t often witnessed, especially on the cesspool of the internet. Anyone giving a piece of art or music their time and attention should never be taken for granted and you have given us more than our share.

“By referring to our new music as a gift, you have given us a gift, by telling us that it lifted you up, you have lifted us up, by telling us that it has given you hope, you have given us hope. By giving our new family member such a warm welcome, and unparalleled acceptance you have validated our feeling that he is meant to be here.

“As two of you so perfectly stated, ‘I don’t remember anything bringing this many people together, a rarity on the internet. We got our souls back.’ ‘Healing has begun.’ We wouldn’t dare take credit for this, this is on all of us. We are all in this moment together and we are all fortunate to have these emotionally purifying outlets that bring us together and give us the strength to keep going. Thank you.”

As you likely already know, An Undying Love For A Burning World is available right now on your favorite digital streaming platform. However, if you prefer physical media, you can preorder your physical copy right now.

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Sofia-based black/death metal band CARCEROUS has revealed that their new album “Doomsday Factory” will be released on April 19th digitally, followed by a CD release on May 2nd.  The album is anticipated by the song “To The Last,” available as music video: https://tinyurl.com/4d592zne Pre-order the new album on Bandcamp: https://tinyurl.com/3pbvn9jf CARCEROUS’ debut full-length album “Doomsday Factory” shows the band’s continued growth into a creative powerhouse. With a sound […]

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Darker Waves has unveiled the lineup for its 2026 return to Huntington Beach, California. The single-day festival takes place Saturday, November 14, with Morrissey and The Smashing Pumpkins topping a bill that also includes Simple Minds, Bad Religion, Adam Ant, The Psychedelic Furs, Soft Cell, The Damned, Manic Street Preachers, Gary Numan, Silversun Pickups, and more.

Also on the lineup are Buzzcocks, EMF, Circle Jerks, Spacehog, Marky Ramone, Mariachi El Bronx, Cold Cave, TR/ST, Gene, Modern English, The Motels, The Sounds, Choir Boy, Missing Persons, Christian Death, Deceits, Past Self, Riki, Warfield, Purest Form, and Casket Cassette, among others from across the post-punk, new wave, goth, punk, and darkwave spectrum.

The festival’s official website is now promoting a presale beginning Thursday, April 2 at 10 a.m. PT, alongside links for general admission and premium ticket options. The site currently directs fans to sign up for a presale passcode and festival updates.

The 2026 edition marks the return of Darker Waves for the first time since its inaugural 2023 outing, which brought New Order, Tears for Fears, Echo & The Bunnymen, Devo, Soft Cell, The Psychedelic Furs, OMD, The Human League, and Violent Femmes to the beach in Huntington Beach. That first festival paired legacy new wave and post-punk names with newer acts working in related styles, and the 2026 bill appears to follow the same general blueprint.

Check out the lineup poster below, and head to the official site for presale registration and ticket information. darkerwavesfest.com.

Darker Waves 2026
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Huntington Beach, California

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Is BABYMETAL Touring North America In 2026?

Yes — BABYMETAL have officially confirmed a full 2026 North American tour with Halestorm and Violent Vira, alongside a major deluxe album release arriving this summer.

TL;DR

• BABYMETAL announced a full 2026 North American tour on Fox Day
• Halestorm and Violent Vira join across most dates
• Presales begin April 6, general on-sale April 10
• “Metal Forth (Deluxe Edition)” releases June 26, 2026
• The band continues expanding its global reach at a higher level

BABYMETAL didn’t just announce a tour — they stacked timing, lineup, and momentum into one move.

This rollout is built to hit hard immediately.

And it will.

A Tour Designed To Expand Their Reach

Look at the structure and it becomes obvious.

This isn’t a tight, genre-contained run. It’s wide, strategic, and built to pull in multiple audiences at once.

Major amphitheaters across North America, key cities like Toronto, Chicago, and Dallas, and a high-profile San Diego date supporting My Chemical Romance. That crossover slot alone opens the door to a completely different crowd.

Halestorm adds serious weight to the package. They bring a proven fanbase that overlaps but doesn’t completely mirror BABYMETAL’s audience.

Violent Vira brings a newer edge, rounding out the lineup in a way that keeps it current.

That combination isn’t accidental.

Fans looking to attend can find tickets here.

Ticket Rollout Points To Strong Demand

The release plan tells you what they expect.

Artist presale begins April 6 at 10 a.m. local time, followed by additional presales before general on-sale hits April 10.

That layered rollout is typically used when demand is expected to spike quickly.

With this lineup and timing, that expectation makes sense.

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The Deluxe Album Keeps The Momentum Moving

This tour isn’t happening on its own.

BABYMETAL also confirmed “Metal Forth (Deluxe Edition)” arriving June 26, 2026 via Capitol Records.

The deluxe version includes:
• three live recordings
• two remixes of “From Me To U (Feat. Poppy)”
• a zoetrope vinyl design

The original album already delivered:
• No. 9 on the Billboard 200
• first U.S. Top 10 for an all-Japanese fronted group
• over 200 million global streams

This isn’t a minor extension. It builds directly on a release that already pushed them further into the mainstream.

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The Current Lineup Is Fully Locked In

There’s no uncertainty around the band right now.

Momometal officially joined as a full member in 2023 after years rotating in the “Avengers” system. Since then, the group has operated as a stable trio again.

That stability shows up in how confidently they’re moving now.

It’s not something casual listeners notice immediately, but it changes everything behind the scenes.

What This Tour Really Signals

This is the shift.

BABYMETAL aren’t trying to prove anything anymore.

They’ve already:
• broken into the U.S. Top 10
• built a global audience
• crossed genre boundaries successfully

Now it’s about scale and positioning.

Bigger venues, broader reach, stronger tour pairings — all signs of a band operating at a different level than even a few years ago.

Full 2026 North American Dates

August 30 – San Diego, CA (with My Chemical Romance)
September 02 – Denver, CO
September 04 – Chicago, IL
September 05 – Noblesville, IN
September 07 – Toronto, ON
September 09 – Holmdel, NJ
September 10 – Mansfield, MA
September 12 – Bristow, VA
September 13 – Raleigh, NC
September 15 – Charlotte, NC
September 16 – Alpharetta, GA
September 18 – Clarkston, MI
September 19 – Louisville, KY (Louder Than Life)
September 21 – St. Louis, MO
September 23 – Dallas, TX
September 25 – The Woodlands, TX
September 26 – Austin, TX
September 29 – Albuquerque, NM
October 01 – Phoenix, AZ
October 03 – Sacramento, CA (Aftershock Festival)

FAQ

When Do BABYMETAL 2026 Tickets Go On Sale?
Presales begin April 6, with general on-sale starting April 10.

Who Is Touring With BABYMETAL In 2026?
Halestorm and Violent Vira will support across most dates.

When Is The New BABYMETAL Album Coming Out?
“Metal Forth (Deluxe Edition)” releases June 26, 2026.

Is Momometal A Permanent Member Of BABYMETAL?
Yes — she officially became a full member in 2023.

BABYMETAL Bio

BABYMETAL formed in 2010 and built a global following by blending heavy metal with Japanese pop, creating a sound that challenged expectations from the beginning. Fronted by Su-Metal, Moametal, and Momometal, the band has performed alongside major international acts while maintaining a distinct identity rooted in theatrical live shows and genre fusion.

Their breakthrough continued with “Metal Forth,” which became their first U.S. Top 10 album and helped expand their reach beyond traditional metal audiences. More than a decade into their career, BABYMETAL remains one of the most recognizable acts in modern heavy music.

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