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Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe has stunned the heavy music world with a visceral, selfless act at ‘Welcome To Rockville.’ In a move that quickly went viral across metal social media, the groove metal icon invited Jessyca—a single mother battling stage 4 breast cancer—to shave his head backstage before the band’s headlining set.

This wasn’t a PR stunt; it was a raw display of solidarity for a fan who had recently lost her own hair to chemotherapy. As images of the freshly buzzed frontman began circulating, the story behind the shave revealed a decade-long crusade against the disease that most fans never knew existed.

The Backstage Shave: Solidarity in the “Eye of the Storm”

The gesture was organized in partnership with the Living The Dream Foundation, which coordinates “Dream Days” for fans facing life-threatening illnesses. After hearing that Jessyca and her son Kody had shaved their heads together to begin her battle, Blythe decided to join the fight.

“I don’t do stupid things for money, and I don’t do things I don’t want to do,” Blythe famously stated years ago regarding his hair. But for Jessyca, the rules changed. Following the shave, the Lamb of God vocalist led a crowd of 50,000 in a guttural, unified chant against cancer, proving that the bond between the band and the “Pure American Metal” community remains unbreakable.

A Secret History of Advocacy: Beyond the Stage

While the head shave is grabbing headlines today, Blythe’s history of “putting his money where his mouth is” goes back years. This isn’t the first time he’s sacrificed personal milestones for the cause:

• The Golden Sacrifice: In 2016, he auctioned his personal RIAA gold record for Ashes of the Wake to fund cancer research.
• The Grammy Medallion: In 2018, he auctioned his Grammy nomination medallion. In a bizarre and heartwarming twist, that same medallion was later re-donated to help fund the breast cancer battle of Blythe’s own sister-in-law.

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“The Duke” and the Legacy of Wayne Ford

Blythe’s advocacy isn’t just about money; it’s about memory. The singer’s connection to the community was immortalized in the 2016 track “The Duke,” written for fan Wayne Ford during his terminal battle with leukemia. By once again standing in the gap for a fan like Jessyca, Blythe is reinforcing a message of perseverance that has become the soul of Lamb of God.

FAQ: Randy Blythe ‘Welcome To Rockville’ Moment

Why did Randy Blythe shave his head at Welcome To Rockville? Blythe invited a fan named Jessyca, who is battling stage 4 cancer, to shave his head as an act of solidarity during her “Dream Day” with the Living The Dream Foundation.

Is Randy Blythe’s new haircut permanent? Blythe debuted the buzz cut during the 2026 summer tour circuit. While he is known for his iconic dreadlocks, this shift marks a new chapter in his visual and charitable identity.

Who is the fan that shaved Randy Blythe’s head? Jessyca is a single mother and longtime Lamb of God fan currently undergoing treatment for stage 4 breast cancer.

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Artist Bio: Randy Blythe

Randy Blythe is the Grammy-nominated vocalist of Lamb of God, a professional photographer, and the author of Dark Days. Known as a fierce advocate for human rights and medical research, he remains one of metal’s most authentic and humanitarian voices.

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Lamb of God’s Randy Blythe allowed a fan battling stage 4 cancer to shave his head backstage at Welcome To Rockville, marking a viral milestone in his long history of advocacy.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ANTIMOZDEBEAST AND SUM OF SEVEN FEATURED IN METAL INJECTION’S WEEKLY NEW RELEASE ROUNDUP

Metal Devastation PR is proud to announce that two of its client releases have been featured in Metal Injection Weekly Injection of New Releases, placing them alongside major names in the global metal scene including Periphery , Jungle Rot , Crown Lands , Gozu , and Held .
This week’s feature highlights two distinct and powerful releases:
AntiMozdeBeast – “Unkempt Grave”

AntiMozdeBeast is the solo project of Gabriel Palacio, delivering a bold fusion of industrial and black metal that cuts deep both sonically and thematically.
Born in Queens, New York in 1985, Palacio’s creative vision was shaped by a life marked by adversity, including congenital heart disease requiring multiple open-heart surgeries, personal loss, and the pressures of an extremely religious upbringing. Rather than silence him, those experiences sharpened his artistic focus.
Founded in 2019, AntiMozdeBeast stands as a direct confrontation of religious, political, and societal corruption, while also pushing listeners toward introspection, awareness, and personal awakening. “Unkempt Grave” continues that mission with uncompromising intensity and purpose.
https://antimozdebeast.bandcamp.com/album/the-vagrant-unkempt-grave
Sum of Seven – Echoes of the Hypermind

Sum of Seven return with their most ambitious release to date, the concept album Echoes of the Hypermind , out May 15, 2026 via Inverse Records.
Blending intricate musicianship with emotional weight, the album expands their signature sound into new territory, combining soaring melodies, razor sharp riffs, and layered storytelling. Fans of Haken, Threshold, and Vola will find plenty to connect with, while the band continues carving its own distinct identity.
Originally formed in Turku under the name Sonus Corona, Sum of Seven began as a passion project between friends before evolving into a serious creative force. Their 2019 release Time Is Not On Your Side earned recognition from Prog Magazine and strong reviews from Finland’s Inferno.
Their momentum was later challenged by the pandemic, lineup changes, and a serious accident involving guitarist and primary composer Ari Lempinen during the final stages of the new album’s creation in 2024.
Most bands would have folded under that pressure.
Sum of Seven didn’t.
With vocalist Marko Loukamaa now leading the charge, the band returned stronger than ever, culminating in a packed hometown comeback show in Turku in September 2025. That same resilience and forward drive pulses through every moment of Echoes of the Hypermind .
https://sumofsevenofficial.bandcamp.com/album/echoes-of-the-hypermind


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Duane Betts has released the new single “Best Wishes,” the latest preview from his upcoming album Isle of Hope, due out June 12 via Sun Records. The album marks Betts’ first project with the label.

Of the track, Betts shares, “Life is like this constant accumulation of experiences. Sometimes, they come so fast, they kind of pile up before we can fully appreciate them. The idea of ‘Best Wishes’ is a reminder to take some time to reflect and appreciate those experiences.”

Produced by Dave Cobb and recorded over five days at Cobb’s Savannah, Georgia studio, Isle of Hope features 10 tracks, including the previously released “Down to Houston” and “Heartache.” The latter was written in reflection of the passing of Betts’ father, Dickey Betts, and commemorates the two-year anniversary of his death.

In addition to Betts and Cobb, the album includes contributions from Johnny Stachela, J.D. Simo, Brian Allen, Philip Towns and Derrek Phillips.

Betts will continue touring with his band Palmetto Motel throughout the fall, with upcoming performances scheduled at venues including Gramercy Theatre, Troubadour, Lincoln Theatre, Majestic Theatre, SPACE and Sweetwater Music Hall.

Isle of Hope follows Betts’ 2023 solo debut Wild & Precious Life, which featured appearances from Derek Trucks, Marcus King and Nicki Bluhm.

Before launching his solo career, Betts co-founded The Allman Betts Band alongside Devon Allman. Since forming in 2018, the band has released two studio albums and toured extensively, including the annual Allman Betts Family Revival, which has featured guests such as Jimmy Hall, Robert Randolph, Jason Isbell, Charlie Starr and Marcus King.

ISLE OF HOPE TRACKLIST

1. Heartache
2. Reckless
3. Into The Void
4. Pills And Liquor
5. Silver Afternoon
6. Down To Houston
7. Best Wishes
8. Manatee River
9. Winners of War
10. Keep My Hands Clean

DUANE BETTS CONFIRMED TOUR DATES

May 27 /// Ponte Vedra Beach, FL /// Ponte Vedra Concert Hall+
May 28 /// Stuart, FL /// Lyric Theatre+
May 29 /// Fort Lauderdale, FL /// Amaturo Theater+
May 30 /// Bonita Springs, FL /// Arts Bonita PAC+
May 31 /// Clearwater, FL /// Capitol Theatre+
June 6 /// Vail, CO /// Gerald Ford Amphitheater
– Allman Betts Family Revival*
June 9 /// New York, NY /// Gramercy Theatre
(acoustic set at Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul world premiere)
June 16 /// Emigrant, MT /// The Old Saloon#
June 17 /// Cheyenne, WY /// The Lincoln#
June 18 /// Arvada, CO /// Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities#
July 25 /// Jay Peak, VT /// Stateside Amphitheater*
July 29 /// Fall River, MA /// Narrows Center for the Arts+
July 30 /// North Truro, MA /// Payomet Performing Arts Center+
July 31 /// Springfield, MA /// Hope Center for the Arts+
August 4 /// Richmond, VA /// Tin Pan+
August 5 /// Raleigh, NC /// Lincoln Theatre+
August 7 /// New York, NY /// Gramercy Theatre+
August 8 /// Natick, MA /// The Center for Arts in Natick+
August 10 /// Ocean City, NJ /// Ocean City Music Pier+
August 19 /// San Diego, CA /// Music Box+
August 20 /// San Juan Capistrano, CA /// The Coach House+
August 21 /// West Hollywood, CA /// Troubadour+
August 22 /// Ventura, CA /// Ventura Music Hall+
August 26 /// Felton, CA /// Felton Music Hall+
August 27 /// Felton, CA /// Felton Music Hall+
August 28 /// Mill Valley, CA /// Sweetwater Music Hall+
August 29 /// Mill Valley, CA /// Sweetwater Music Hall+
September 3 /// Eugene, OR /// Hult Center for the Performing Arts+
September 4 /// Vashon, WA /// Vashon Center for the Arts+
September 6 /// Boise, ID /// Treefort Music Hall+
October 10 /// Kent, OH /// The Kent Stage+
October 11 /// Cincinnati, OH /// The Ludlow Garage+
October 13 /// Ann Arbor, MI /// The Ark+
October 15 /// Madison, WI /// Majestic Theatre+
October 16 /// Evanston, IL /// Space+
October 17 /// Evanston, IL /// Space+
October 19 /// Milwaukee, WI /// Shank Hall+
October 22 /// Green Lake, WI /// Thrasher Opera House+
October 23 /// Green Lake, WI /// Thrasher Opera House+
October 24 /// Minneapolis, MN /// Fine Line+
January 16 /// Fort Lauderdale, FL /// The Big Easy Cruise+

+Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel show
*The Allman Betts Band show
#supporting Blackberry Smoke

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