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“There were times we were just checking in on him to see if he was alive”: this grunge band did everything they could to try and keep their singer on the straight and narrow whilst making their third album, but it wasn’t enough
The grunge stars who made their experimental record in the face of one of the most harrowing periods of their career -
COEXIST Share New Track “This Life”
With This Life, Coexist deliver an intense and honest track about inner pressure, self-doubt, and the struggle to carve out your own path. Driving riffs collide with emotional melodies and a haunting hook that lingers. Blending raw energy with atmospheric depth, the song feels dark, direct, and authentic. This Life isn’t about sugarcoating reality — […] -
THE SHIRTS – Live
Think Like A Key 2025 A farewell to charms: Annie Golden and her golden boys bow out in style – go down fighting and defiant to the end. Nothing screams “punk” more eloquently than a good subversion or self-sabotage – … Continue reading
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Slipknot, Limp Bizkit, Evanescence and more: The 50 metal albums coming in 2026 that you should be excited about
Digging deep on announcements, rumours and pure speculation to find the 50 metal albums you should be keeping an eye out for in 2026 -
Bloodstock M2TM South Wales Interviews: Scratch One Grub – West Heat #2 The Bunkhouse, 22.02.26
Interview With Scratch One Grub – West Heat #2 The Bunkhouse, 22.02.26
1. Please introduce yourself for anyone who may not know you. Tell us a little bit more about you as a band.
We are Scratch One Grub from the valleys of South Wales. We create music mostly of the heavy variety, and speaking of variety, that is exactly what our music is about. We refuse to restrict ourselves to one particular sound. You can expect death metal, symphonic and synth elements, groove, and progressive metal. With access to the software we have and all these sounds at our disposal, why wouldn’t we use as much of it as possible?
2. What made you want to participate in the Metal To The Masses South Wales 2026 campaign? Have you had previous experience? Or is this your first time?
This is our first time being part of something like this! After all, this particular band has only been performing live for a year. Not only do we want the opportunity to perform at Bloodstock, we are also very much looking forward to playing alongside amazing bands and getting to know the staff who run the event. We personally know previous participants, including a winning band, who have given us great pieces of advice that have done nothing but enhance our excitement for the event!
3. M2TM is all about supporting your local scene. How important is the local scene to you as a band?
It is paramount. One of our biggest and most common pieces of advice that we give to aspiring musicians/bands, is to attend local shows. Not only are you supporting your local scene, you are are also networking with bands, venue staff and local music lovers with their own portfolios/credentials. Not only is it great fun, but it’s very beneficial and a great learning experience.
4. We have a slightly different set up this year with Heats/Quarters/Semis taking place at Bunkhouse/Green Rooms. Have you played the venue before or is this your first time? Are you excited to get on those stages?
We have performed at Green Rooms a handful of times and each time, it has been a lot of fun! As for Bunkhouse, Lewis (drummer) has performed there with other bands and has nothing but good things to say about that venue also!
5. What are your expectations from being a part of M2TM?
Very similar to what we answered with previously. We are honoured to be a part of such a talented roster while establishing connections with the staff, venues and the other bands on the bill. That and it’s always exciting to have guaranteed gigs booked in!
6. What would getting to our Day Of Wreckoning final and the possibility of playing Bloodstock Festival 2026 mean to you?
It’s likely safe to say that it is every metal bands bucket list venue. Getting to the final is an honour in itself but at this early stage in our career, it is everything right now.
7. We encourage all the bands in M2TM to try and check out the other bands, who are you most looking forward to? Who should your fans also try to catch?
House Of Hosts, Excursia, Syndicate, Disrupt The Continuum, Manumit. These are bands we have already established connections with. Their talents and personalities are equally great!
8. Tell us in five words why people should come and see your band?
Everything desired from one band -
“He walked into my bedroom, and he says, Darling, I think this is a hit.” How a disco legend and a hotshot Texan blues guitarist helped resurrect David Bowie’s career
“Rock and roll is a business and David wasn’t selling any records in America” -
MöTT’s upcoming album ‘Best Is Yet To Come’ available on May 22nd
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Whispers of 1000 Dreams Ago is Parked Outside’s Single Out Now
Good Day Noir Family,
A trembling piano sets the tone for Parked Outside’s “Whispers of 1000 Dreams Ago,” and its mysterious pulse hooks you right away.Whispers of 1000 Dreams Ago is Parked Outside’s Single Out Now
The groove underneath beats like a restless heart, steady yet alive. For the first few seconds, the track remains elusive. It lingers in shadow. However, that ambiguity only heightens the anticipation.
Then the voice enters, and the atmosphere shifts. The vocal carries a theatrical edge, controlled but expressive. There is a hint of Depeche Mode’s swagger in the phrasing, particularly in the confident restraint of the verses. At the same time, subtle shades of The Doors emerge in the darker tonal color and slightly dramatic delivery. Yet this is not imitation. Parked Outside blend these references into something that feels personal and deliberate.
As the song moves forward, it leans more openly into alternative rock territory. The chorus expands with greater intensity, and the arrangement thickens without losing clarity. The bass line begins to stretch out, introducing faint funky inflections that add motion beneath the surface. That low-end groove injects a sense of unpredictability. It shifts and curls around the piano and drums, creating tension that keeps the ear engaged.
An unexpected guitar solo arrives with raw energy. It would not have felt out of place at Woodstock, given its free-spirited phrasing and slightly unrestrained tone. The mix remains balanced, allowing each instrument to breathe. In addition, a brief female backing vocal slips into the background at just the right moment, deepening the intrigue and adding contrast to the lead performance.
The song thrives on its kaleidoscopic identity. Alternative rock forms the backbone; however, classic rock echoes pulse through its structure, and funk textures subtly color the rhythm section. Because these elements are integrated with intention, the track never feels fragmented. Instead, it evolves in layers.
“Whispers of 1000 Dreams Ago” demonstrates that Parked Outside understand dynamics and mood. They shape tension carefully, release it strategically, and allow their influences to enhance rather than dominate their voice. The result is an adventurous yet cohesive song, dramatic and grounded.
This is a band that knows how to compose with imagination and control. Their ability to merge genres while maintaining a clear identity makes this single worth revisiting.
Whispers of 1000 Dreams Ago is Parked Outside’s Single Out Now!
Kaleidoscopic!
Whispers of 1000 Dreams Ago is Parked Outside’s Single Out Now Parked Outside, hailing from Los Angeles and Houston, United States, is a dynamic musical collective led by Chris Kinkade on vocals and Slayden Clarkson on guitar and bass. Originally coming together in Houston as part of the band “Six Days Off,” their shared passion for music led them to form Parked Outside, a project that allows them to fully realize their vision and influences. With the addition of Mike Brown on drums and Brett Busch on lead guitar, Parked Outside brings a unique blend of creativity and talent to the music scene, captivating audiences with their eclectic sound.
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Breaking Benjamin Announce 2026 North American Tour With Special Guests Chevelle, Starset & Kami Kehoe
Multi-platinum rock powerhouse Breaking Benjamin announce their massive 2026 North American tour, with support from Chevelle, Starset, and Kami Kehoe. Produced by Live Nation, the tour kicks off September 2 in Camden, NJ and will hit major markets across the U.S. and Canada before wrapping October 24 in Bristow, VA.
Known for their explosive live performances and a catalog packed with era-defining rock anthems, Breaking Benjamin continue to be one of the leading forces in modern rock. The 2026 tour will bring the band to amphitheaters and arenas nationwide, delivering fan-favorite hits in major cities including Denver, Las Vegas, Anaheim, and Fort Worth.
TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting with a Citi presale (details below) beginning Wednesday, February 18. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, February 20 at 10am local time at breakingbenjamin.com.
CITI PRESALE: Citi is the official card of the Breaking Benjamin tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Wednesday, February 18 at 10am local time until Thursday, February 19 at 10pm local time through the Citi Entertainment® program. For complete presale details, visit www.citientertainment.com.
TOUR DATES:
- Wed, Sep 2 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
- Thu, Sep 3 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
- Sat, Sep 5 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
- Sun, Sep 6 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
- Wed, Sep 9 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre
- Thu, Sep 10 – Darien Center, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater
- Sat, Sep 12 — Allegan MI — Allegan County Fair *
- Sun, Sep 13 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre
- Tue, Sep 15 – Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake
- Wed, Sep 16 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center
- Fri, Sep 18 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
- Sun, Sep 20 — Council Bluffs, IA — Mid America Center *
- Tue, Sep 22 – Shakopee, MN – Mystic Lake Amphitheater
- Thu, Sep 24 – Kansas City, MO – Morton Amphitheater
- Fri, Sep 25 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
- Mon, Sep 28 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
- Wed, Sep 30 – West Valley City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
- Fri, Oct 2 – Las Vegas, NV – Michelob ULTRA Arena
- Sat, Oct 3 – Anaheim, CA – Honda Center
- Mon, Oct 5 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
- Wed, Oct 7 – Albuquerque, NM – First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater
- Sat, Oct 10 – The Woodlands, TX – The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
- Mon, Oct 12 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
- Tue, Oct 13 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP
- Fri Oct 16 — Tuscaloosa, AL — Mercedes-Benz Amphitheatre*
- Sat, Oct 17 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
- Mon, Oct 19 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
- Tue, Oct 20 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
- Fri, Oct 23 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
- Sat, Oct 24 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live
* Non-LN dates
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“When I listen to bands like BMTH and Architects it’s very powerful, but everything is focused on the vocals, like boy bands!” A synthwave pioneer has written a Sci-Fi concept album fighting back against “the boy band-ification” of metal… and Elon Musk
Carpenter Brut has some fighting words about the inspiration for his new album Leather Temple
