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The Winter Olympics have announced their headliner for 2026 closing ceremony, which is set for Sunday, Feb. 22.

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Duets are relationship counseling with better suits. Two people, one microphone, and a shared agreement to tell the truth in public as long as it rhymes. Melissa Carper and Theo Lawrence understand the assignment. Their debut duo album Havin’ A Talk leans into the oldest trick in country music: make the song a conversation, then let the conversation become the plot.

For the sake of stoners, trippers, and overall weirdos, this NEEDS to happen. Danny Carey, the drummer of Tool, revealed in a new interview with Spiral Out that not only are they already working on a follow-up to their 2019 album Fear Inoculum (which will hopefully come out in 2027), but they might also be working on something just as big—a residency at the Las Vegas Sphere. Watch the interview clip below.

Yes, you read that right. Usually, at least to me, residencies are reserved for arena pop stars like Madonna or Britney, or classic rockers like The Eagles or something I guess (but then there’s also Metallica, who are apparently 90% of the way done with negotiating their residency, set to take place in 2027 as well). But, as Carey outlined in the interview, Tool could potentially be added to that list.

It was pointed out in the interview how Tool is “a very cinematic band” when it comes to their live shows, to which Carey obviously had no choice but to agree, since it’s very true. “Yeah, we’re very much into that. We’re hoping when we release the new record, maybe do a stint at the Sphere [in Las Vegas] ’cause I think we’re the perfect band for that. We’ve been talking to those guys.”

A lot goes into something like that when it comes to the preparation, cost and logistics, and Carey acknowledged how getting a show to opening there “is pretty intense.” He added: “It’s a very expensive endeavor, and it takes a while to get into the black. I think [you have to play] a few shows before you make any money.”

Honestly, a Tool residency would be so epic. With a capacity as big as the Sphere’s, so many collective mind loads could be blown at the same time it’d be iconic.

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While much of Puscifer’s catalog leaned into absurdist satire and humor, Keenan says the new record is more shaped by this moment.

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IATT – Descent Into the Etheric Realms: An Exclusive Interview on The Zach Moonshine Show

Philadelphia’s extreme metal visionaries IATT are back, and they’re doing more than just releasing an album. Their latest full-length, Etheric Realms of the Night , is an audacious statement—a cinematic, blackened-prog journey that fuses chaos, orchestration, and storytelling into a sensory assault that will leave listeners breathless. I caught up with the band on The Zach Moonshine Show to dissect the album, explore their evolution, and peek behind the curtain of their near-20-year-long career.
From the Myspace Era to Modern Madness

Formed in 2008, IATT has always thrived on ambition. “We started in the Myspace era, putting ourselves out there and building from scratch,” says the band, recalling the early days of posting Craigslist ads and recording demos at Roughhouse Records with a then-up-and-coming Grammy-winning producer. Over the years, the band evolved from a fledgling extreme act into a unit with deep chemistry, capable of blending multiple musical worlds.
“We’ve always been dreamers,” they explain. “We push boundaries and swing for the fences with everything we do. If we’re going to do it, we do it because we love it.”
That love is evident in Etheric Realms of the Night , which is more than just an album. It’s a full-length cinematic experience. Each track is tied into a larger narrative that draws from Greek tragedy, dreamscapes, and astral projection. The band acts as a Greek chorus, weaving lyrics and musical storytelling into an immersive journey through the shadow self and beyond the veil of sleep.
Crafting Chaos and Cinematic Metal

One of the album’s most striking elements is its orchestral and progressive touch. “We worked with Deidre Mallory from Gong on flute,” the band shares. “It’s part of the cinematic layer that elevates the intensity beyond typical blackened metal.” From Spanish guitar flourishes to haunting flutes and blistering blast sections, the band’s composition is a masterclass in dynamic extremes.
But this is not just a studio exercise. IATT thrives as a live, cohesive unit. With members contributing classical, jazz, and metal influences, the band’s chemistry translates into performances that feel both precise and explosive. “We’re so locked into each other at this point that the writing process and performing on stage feels effortless,” they explain.
The Name, The Logo, The Alchemy

Ever wondered about the enigmatic name IATT? Originally I Am The Trireme , the band drew inspiration from ancient Greek warships—fast, crushing, and relentless. As pronunciation proved tricky, the abbreviation evolved into IATT, now a standalone identity.
Their logo, designed by guitarist Alec, draws from alchemy and the chemical symbol for arsenic, reflecting themes explored across their discography. “We love embedding hidden meanings and sigils in our artwork,” the band says. “It’s a way of letting the fans dive deeper into our world, if they’re willing.”
Gearheads, Take Note

IATT also shared insight into their arsenal:
Guitars: Strandberg headless guitars, Chapman guitars
Bass: Dingwall D Rock 5-string, Super P5
Amps & Cabs: Mesa, Orange, Line 6 with Celestian speakers
Drums & Percussion: Tama drums, custom Slackliners, Altama hardware
Pedals & DSP: Neural DSP Quad Cortex, custom pedals
Mics: Telefunken
It’s a lineup designed for both precision and brutality, allowing them to execute the complex compositions that define their sound.
Looking Forward: Tours, Festivals, and More

While Etheric Realms of the Night marks a high point in IATT’s career, the band is far from resting on laurels. Upcoming shows include opening spots for Demon King tours, a festival appearance at Brimming Horn Meadery’s Viking-inspired 793 Pre-Raid Fest , and more. With new singles, videos, and a full album film on the horizon, the band is inviting fans into a fully realized world of darkness, narrative, and chaos.
“We’ve always been fans first of our own music,” the band says. “We try to write what we want to hear, and that passion drives everything we do. We want our audience to feel the same immersion and excitement.”
Embrace the Darkness

IATT is not content with being background noise. From their orchestral flourishes to their progressive blackened aggression, they’re creating an experience that’s cinematic, unhinged, and undeniably extreme. For fans of metal that challenges, captivates, and overwhelms, Etheric Realms of the Night is mandatory listening.
Turn it up, step beyond the veil, and embrace the darkness.
Full show streaming now on Mixcloud! 
Track List:
Battle Of The Bands Top Six Winners:
1 – NIKOLA’S CAGE – Chopped Up Jesus – (12,515 votes)
2 – Clingman – Started Easy – (6,033 votes)
3 – Mistress – Terrified eyes – (4,166 votes)
4 – Exkil – Violence Prevails – (3,336 votes)
5 – SAL – Blazing In The Sun (feat Barney Greenway) – (905 votes)
6 – Preachers without Faith – Ravenous fury – (629 votes)
The Zach Moonshine Intro
7 – Ozzy Osbourne – Mr. Tinkertrain/Hellraiser
8 – Axedragger – ShockEmDead
9 – Metal Church – Brainwash Game
10 – Frozen Soul – Absolute Zero
11 – Rage of Justice – Fuck ICE
IATT – Interview featuring Drift Away/An Ode to Solace
12 – Corrosion Of Conformity – Gimme Some Moore
13 – DOWN – Right Place Wrong Time
14 – Converge – Love Is Not Enough
15 – Habitat Of Inhumanity – Terminal Dependency
16 – Patriarchs in Black – Supertzar/The Chase is Better than the Catch
17 – Burnt Witch – Witchcult 75
18 – NinjaWitch – Star Ghost
19 – Zach Moonshine – Barbarian
20 – Brutal Death Fuck – Children Of The Necronomicon/The Devils Whiskey/Alcohol – Remastered
21 – Dissonance – Induced Mentacide (Feat Ricky Myers from Suffocation)
22 – Deteriorot – The Bataan Death March (2026 Vinyl Exclusive Track)
23 – Stonewielder – Burning Fire
24 – Hellfrost – Bestial Rage
25 – BITTER PRICE – Spellbound
26 – Element of Fate – Dreamfall
27 – Hellyeah – Alcohaulin’ Ass
28 – Black Label Society – Stoned and Drunk/Suffering Overdue – Live
29 – Pantera – Primal Concrete Sledge (Live at the Foundations Forum 1990)

The interview segment is also featured at YouTube, Spotify, Apple:



Super massive shout out and thanks to the 125,704 metal maniacs that tuned in to the live broadcast Friday night! 

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Danny Carey said on the record that after aiming for “the goal” of having a new LP out in 2027, Tool has their eyes set on a Vegas residency.

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Judas Priest is worship music, I’ll just say it right now. The legends have a new, official documentary on their life story as a band, called The Ballad of Judas Priest, that’s rolling out. Its official preview clip just premiered on Rolling Stone, and you can watch it below.

The documentary itself is currently making its world premiere at the 76th Berlinale – Berlin International Film Festival, which is happening now until February 22. This first clip shows Judas Priest frontman and god Rob Halford discussing the inspiration behind their iconic anthem “Breaking the Law,” which was written in 1980 as a response to Margaret Thatcher’s rule as prime minister.

“‘Breaking The Law’ is a revolution song,” Halford says. “You’d watch the news every night and you see all this conflict going on. With the pain and the suffering of some of the British working class people. Rioting and striking because of their rage.”

You’ll get even more background into the band in the rest of the doc (obviously), which was co-directed by documentary filmmaker Sam Dunn and Rage Against the Machine’s Tom Morello, who is making his directorial debut with the project.

On the doc, Dunn commented:

“Super proud to announce that our Judas Priest doc ‘The Ballad Of Judas Priest’ will premiere at Berlinale – Berlin International Film Festival this February. Beyond excited for all our German metalheads to get the first look.”

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Reports surfaced from 70,000 Tons Of Metal staff and patrons that the Skeletal Remains frontman was inappropriate with numerous women on board the cruise.

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Blaze Bayley The Empire Music Hall, Belfast Sunday 8th February 2026 Review & Photography by Michael Sweeney Silicon Messiah 25th Anniversary Tour 2026 Although I’ve […]

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