Korn showed up at the Sick New World Festival on Saturday, April 25 and did what seasoned bands do: debuted new music.
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Stagecoach 2026 Had Sydney Sweeney, 3OH!3, Theo Von, Chet Haze, & More Of Your Favorite Country Stars
The Indio, California country music festival Stagecoach was initially founded in 2007 as a sister festival to Coachella, and in recent years, it too has become a pressure cooker of celebrity sightings and brand sponsorships. Case in point: Sydney Sweeney’s lingerie brand, which is called SYRN but pronounced like “siren” for some reason, had a karaoke bar at Stagecoach, where the Euphoria actor spent her weekend singing with the likes of Diplo, Lance Bass, Ashton Kutcher, and her boyfriend Scooter Braun. There were some country artists there too, though, like Chase Rice, Riley Green, Dan + Shay, and Bailey Zimmerman.
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ELEMENT OF FATE IGNITES “DREAMFALL” KICKSTARTER CAMPAIGN APRIL 30 — EXCLUSIVE REWARDS, NEW VISUALS, AND CINEMATIC METAL ON THE HORIZON – @thebeast
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ELEMENT OF FATE IGNITES “DREAMFALL” KICKSTARTER CAMPAIGN APRIL 30 — EXCLUSIVE REWARDS, NEW VISUALS, AND CINEMATIC METAL ON THE HORIZON
Washington, DC / Portland, OR – Melodic heavy metal duo Element of Fate are gearing up to launch their highly anticipated Dreamfall Kickstarter campaign on April 30, 2026 , running through June 3, 2026 . Serving as the driving force behind their debut full-length album and an ambitious in-house produced music video, the campaign invites fans to step directly into the band’s creative world—and help bring it to life.
Following the release of their dark, gothic visualizer for Warhorse , Element of Fate are doubling down on momentum with a steady rollout of promotional video content leading into launch day. Fans can check out the first teaser, already live here:
A second clip is also now available:
Additional videos will continue to drop throughout the campaign, offering behind-the-scenes glimpses and building anticipation for what promises to be one of 2026’s most immersive independent metal releases.
Fans can follow the pre-launch page now to be notified the moment the campaign goes live:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/carolphillipsart/dreamfall
At its core, Dreamfall is more than just an album—it’s a full-scale artistic statement blending music, fantasy, and visual storytelling.
“Dreamfall is the most personal and ambitious project I’ve ever created as an artist.” – Madame Crol
“This project is about transformation, finding light even in darker places.” – Element of Fate
“We wanted to create something that feels epic, emotional, and real.” – Element of Fate
The Kickstarter campaign will fund the completion of the album and a cinematic music video produced entirely in-house by vocalist and visual artist Carol Phillips at her studio, Inlumined Arts. Backers will gain access to a range of exclusive rewards, including limited-edition merchandise and handcrafted collectibles.
Among the standout offerings are handmade bronze key and coin pieces , individually crafted and finished by a dedicated jewelry artist—high-end, limited items designed to reflect the mythic and symbolic themes of Dreamfall . These aren’t your typical band merch table throwaways—these are collector-grade pieces with real weight behind them.
Formed between Washington, DC and Portland, Oregon, Element of Fate combines soaring vocals, intricate instrumentation, and cinematic depth into a sound that bridges classic heavy metal with symphonic, gothic, and progressive influences. With Dreamfall , they’re pushing that vision even further—building a world fans won’t just hear, but experience.
With the clock ticking toward April 30, the message is simple: get in early, follow the campaign, and be part of something being built from the ground up.
If this thing takes off, Element of Fate won’t just be busy—they’ll be firing on all cylinders.
Follow, support, and stay tuned— Dreamfall is coming.
Connect with the band:
https://linktr.ee/element.of.fate
Contact: element.of.fate@gmail.com
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Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth Unveils Summer 2026 Tour Dates
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EP Review: Fulci – Risorsero dalla Tomba e Fu… L’Apocalisse!
EP Review: Fulci – Risorsero dalla Tomba e Fu… L’Apocalisse!
Reviewed by Oli Gonzalez
2026 has already been a solid year for death metal releases with the likes of Immolation, Vomitory, and Six Feet Under to name but a few releasing new material! Italy’s Fulci add themselves to this mix, perhaps a smaller band but one that’s punching above it’s weight as a regular on the extreme metal circuit, whilst extreme metal fans in the UK will have had chance to become acquainted with the bands most recent tour with Sanguisugabogg.
Fulci aim to follow up 2024’s release “Duck Face Killings” with “Risorsero dalla Tomba e Fu…L’Apocalisse”. This is short. Very short. Eleven minutes of three songs, depending on which tariff you use. And even then, the first is a short cinematic style instrumental opening. One that’s as austere as it is intimidating, guaranteed to raise pulses and intrigue. Then we get into the meat and potatoes of the EP with ‘Paura che Uccide’. The guitars make an appearance; slow, marauding, laying down a solid neck snapping groove. Then vocalist Fiore asserts himself with the most demonic of guttural growls. That combination of the low and slow meaty groove infused riffs combined with the blistering pace of the double kick drum gives us shades of Suffocation and Obituary, with a guarantee of the most savage of pits when this eventually gets unleashed on the live arena. It’s easy to see why they’re becoming such a respected name with this kind of talent at their disposal.
Before things can really get going, we’re into the final song, ‘Apoteosi Del Mistero’. Now you’d be forgiven for thinking you’re listening to a Candlemass track given the epic doom metal feel, with the blistering lead guitars and cathedral style greeting you in the early stages of the song. Though Fiore returns with his distinct growls and then everything feels right again. The contrast and juxtaposition of this vocal style imprinted on an epic doom background really is quite something! Something seldom seen within the death metal genre; this speaks to Fulci’s desire to push boundaries and demonstrate what death metal can and should be!
So, there we go, this was an introduction to Fulci. A very short introduction at that. Though there’s no denying this has sparked a curiosity and desire to delve deeper into the band’s discography. Rather than being overwhelmed with 9,10,11, or even more songs spread across an hour. Yep, little and often is the modern way to release music and Fulci understand this.
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Rosalía Pole Dances in Bedazzled Neck Brace On Euphoria, Reflects On Acting Debut
Right now, Rosalía is in the midst of a massive global arena tour behind her stunning 2025 album LUX. She also recently released a LUX deluxe edition, featuring a few bonus tracks that were previously only available on physical versions. In the midst of all that, Rosalía is currently starring in the long-awaited new season of HBO’s tawdry blockbuster Euphoria. She plays Magick, a stripper who wears a bedazzled neck brace, and she got her first big showcase scene on Sunday night’s episode.
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Uncle Acid and the Deadbeats Warn “Don’t Let It Control You” with New Single
Bright Monday mornings don’t exactly evoke the spooky and macabre, but that changes in an instant whenever cult rock outfit Uncle Acid and the Deadbeats put out new music. And this morning, they released a new single titled “Don’t Let It Control You.”
Teased as a “blood-soaked taster from their forthcoming studio album,” this new release is just under four minutes of fuzz-laden psycho rock. It’s got all the trappings of an Uncle Acid tune, including the almost lo-fi production and a dab of ’70s grit thrown into the mix. It’s the kind of song that can easily embed itself into your head like an icepick in Leon Trotsky’s skull.
Though the band mentioned a new album, there are no new details about that bad boy included with this track’s release. Just the fact that it’s coming soon.
“Don’t Let It Control You” will be released as a single on 7″ vinyl — the first time the band’s doing that since they put out Pusher Man back in 2016. If you’d like to make sure you get your hands on one of those, preorders are now open.
In addition to the new single, Uncle Acid is heading out on tour this summer. You can find the full list of tour dates below and get your tickets today.
UNCLE ACID AND THE DEADBEATS LIVE:
EUROPE + FESTIVALS:6/4 — Norje, SE — Sweden Rock Festival
6/6 — Netphen, DE — Freak Valley Festival
6/7 — Strasbourg, FR — La Laiterie
6/10 — Bilbao, ES — Kafé Antzokia
6/12 — Lisbon, PT — LAV
6/13 — Madrid, ES — Sala Mon
6/14 — Barcelona, ES — Razzmatazz 2
6/16 — Toulouse, FR — Le Rex
6/17 — Bordeaux, FR — Le Rocher de Palmer
6/18 — Clisson, FR — Hellfest
6/20 — Dessel, BE — Graspop Metal Meeting
6/22 — Groningen, NL — Vera
6/24 — Leipzig, DE — UT Connewitz
6/26 — Stuttgart, DE — Im Wizemann
6/27 — Wiesbaden, DE — Sol Sonic Ride
6/28 — Bourlon, FR — Rock in Bourlon
7/2 — Roskilde, DK — Roskilde Festival
7/3 — Donje Primišlje, HR — Bear Stone FestivalUK DATES:
11/19 — Wolverhampton, UK — KK’s Steel Mill
11/20 — Manchester, UK — New Century Hall
11/21 — Glasgow, UK — The Garage
11/22 — Leeds, UK — Brudenell
11/24 — Bristol, UK — Trinity
11/25 — Southampton, UK — Engine Rooms
11/27 — Brighton, UK — Concorde 2
11/28 — Norwich, UK — Waterfront
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A View From The Back Of The Room: Creeper (Alex Swift)
Creeper – The Globe, Cardiff, 14.04.2026
Creeper have been on an intriguing journey over their ten year existence. The tongue-in-cheek metal aesthetics of the musicians on stage tonight at the Globe are unrecognizable, from those of the band that broke on to the scene in the mid-2010’s!
For the uninitiated, Will Gould, Hannah Greenwood and co. first emerged onto the scene with Eternity, In Your Arms – an excellent album that combined raucous punk energy and bombastic glam-rock swagger! They have always drawn from an incredibly wide array of influences from My Chemical Romance to Bowie, yet have altered their sound with each subsequent release.Creeper’s relentless appeal comes from their skill as songwriters, and their ability to inject humour into deeply respectful homages to the genres they tackle! Whether you see Creeper’s albums as pieces of parody, or love letters, they are always expertly crafted, and lots of fun!
This brings us to the Sangui-Tour. A series of shows drawing to a close the band’s “vampire” era! The two Sanguivore albums were an ambitious feat, chronicling the history of Satan-inspired metal. Consequently, there are a wide array of sounds represented tonight from the vaudeville theatrics of Razor Wire, to the Jim Steinmen-esque ambitiousness of Further Than Forever.This is testament to the versatility of the band’s sound, and their skill as musicians. Few acts could make the folk-adjacent Ballad Of Spook And Mercy sound completely natural when placed against the raucous theatrics of anthems in the vein of Lovers Led Astray, but then few punk bands have made the leap to metal quite so convincingly!
Vital to what makes this show so enticing is the band’s stage presence. Will Gould struts around the stage, as if he’s in command of a ritual! Moments such as Parasite and Cry To Heaven inspire everyone in the crowd to sing the words back at our performers, whilst Chapel Gates and Headstones cause circle pits to ensue!Observed from my position on the balcony of The Globe, the concert seemed to become a celebration both of our vampiric performers, and of the many decades of gothic rock music that has given life to their songs!
With this era of Creeper at an end, (as inferred by the closing narration on Sanguivore II) I am curious where they progress from here. On the one hand it’s tempting to say they won’t be in any rush to give up the fans they have made in the metal sphere. However, it’s through daring stylistic leaps that they have achieved their current level of notoriety. In that sense, whether the future for them looks familiar or distinct, shows like this will surely ensure their longevity for many years to come! 10/10 -
40 YEARS IN THE MAKING: Dave Mustaine Shreds Metallica Classic “Ride The Lightning” Live For The First Time In Megadeth History
The heavy metal world just witnessed a moment forty years in the making. Last night in Bogota, Colombia, Dave Mustaine finally reclaimed his seat at the high table of thrash history. For the first time ever, Megadeth performed their studio-polished version of the Metallica classic “Ride The Lightning”—a track Mustaine co-wrote before his infamous 1983 departure—live on stage.
This isn’t just a cover; it’s a calculated, high-octane “closing of the circle” that sees Mustaine putting his own jagged DNA on the song that helped launch the biggest metal band on the planet. If you thought the Mustaine vs. Metallica saga was over, think again—it just got a lot louder.
The Megadeth “Ride The Lightning” Debut:
- The Big Reveal: Megadeth debuted their version of “Ride The Lightning” live on April 26, 2026, at the Movistar Arena in Bogota.
- The Why: Dave Mustaine recorded the track for Megadeth’s final album as a tribute to James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich.
- The Twist: Megadeth’s version is faster, features “spider chords,” and includes a reworked solo by Mustaine and Teemu Mäntysaari.
- The History: Mustaine co-wrote the track in 1983; this performance marks the first time he has played it live with his own band.
- The Video: Fan-filmed footage (scroll down) captures the moment the “Spider Chord” king took back his song.
Watch: Megadeth Unleashes “Ride The Lightning” in Colombia
“As Good or Better”: Mustaine’s Modernized Version
When Dave Mustaine appeared on The Loaded Radio Podcast circuit via SiriusXM earlier this year, he didn’t mince words about the pressure of re-recording a Metallica staple. Mustaine’s mission was clear: “If we’re gonna do this, let’s make sure that we do it as good as the original or better.”
To achieve that, Megadeth didn’t just copy-paste the 1984 classic. They “beefed it up,” sped up the tempo, and let drummer Dirk Verbeuren go wild on the fills. Mustaine also highlighted his signature technical flairs—the “spider chords” and “grunting” slides—that he claims were his primary guitar influences on the original writing sessions. While he admits his voice is nothing like James Hetfield’s, Mustaine embraced the challenge of breaking down James’s vocal parts and rebuilding them in his own snarl.
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Honoring the “Powerhouse” James Hetfield
Despite decades of strained emotions and public barbs, Mustaine’s motivation for this performance was surprisingly sentimental. He has spent the last year publicly praising James Hetfield’s rhythm playing and Lars Ulrich’s songwriting arrangements.
“I wanted to pay my respects to James Hetfield, who I think is an amazing guitar player,” Mustaine told Guitar World. “It wasn’t really that I wanted to do my version… it was about respect. I wanted to do something to close the circle on my career right now.” By performing “Ride The Lightning,” Mustaine is effectively making peace with his own ghost, acknowledging that while the emotions were “ruined” over the years, the music they created together changed the world.
Teemu Mäntysaari vs. Kirk Hammett: The Solo Battle
One of the most talked-about aspects of the new Megadeth version is the guitar solo. Mustaine has long suggested that Kirk Hammett essentially played “note-for-close-note” versions of Dave’s original demos on Kill ‘Em All and Ride The Lightning.
For the live debut, Mustaine and current Megadeth shredder Teemu Mäntysaari split the leads. While they stayed respectful to the iconic 1984 phrasing, they modernized the attack. Mustaine admitted he didn’t even remember exactly what he played on the original 1983 demos, so he and Teemu “tossed it back and forth” to create a version that bridges the gap between 1984 and 2026.
Fans interested in seeing Megadeth live can find available tickets here.
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The Loaded Radio Final Word
Dave Mustaine performing “Ride The Lightning” feels like the final boss level of a 40-year quest. Whether you’re a Megadeth loyalist or a Metallica lifer, you have to respect the stones it takes to reclaim a song this legendary at this stage of the game. Dave isn’t riding off into the sunset; he’s riding the lightning one last time, and he’s doing it on his own terms. Bogota was just the beginning—expect this to be the centerpiece of the setlist for the rest of the year.
TL;DR:
The Bottom Line Dave Mustaine and Megadeth made history in Bogota on April 26, 2026, by performing their version of Metallica’s “Ride The Lightning” for the first time. Mustaine, who co-wrote the track, described the move as a way to show respect to James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich while “closing the circle” on his legendary career.
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