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Hrothgar – Tales of Valhöll
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MÖHRKVLTH stream new ANTIQ album at Black Metal Promotion
Today, Breton black metallers Möhrkvlth stream the entirety of their highly anticipated second album, Gwenojennoù An Ankounac’h, at the Black Metal Promotion YouTube channel. Set for international release on May 5th via Antiq, hear Möhrkvlth‘s Gwenojennoù An Ankounac’h in its entirety exclusively HERE. Formed in 2014, Möhrkvlth is a Breton black metal band located in Finistère, France. With influences spanning Scandinavian black metal, French pagan / black, […] -
DESICCATION – Everything Is Noise Premieres “Legatum Mortuorum” Video/Single From Blackened Doom Metal Outfit
“…a pallet of blackened doom with some other elements of death and post-metal set to foist itself on anyone unready to absorb its rousing malaise.” – Everything Is Noise Blackened doom metal outfit DESICCATION is pleased to unveil their gorgeous video for “Legatum Mortuorum.” Now playing at Everything Is Noise, the track comes by way of the […] -
Canada’s COPROLITH set release date for ME SACO UN OJO / ROTTED LIFE debut album, reveal first track
On July 3rd internationally, Me Saco Un Ojo Records is proud to present the highly anticipated debut album of Canada’s Coprolith, Putrescence, on vinyl LP format. Rotted Life will be handling the CD version. Hailing from Toronto, Coprolith formed in 2023 and promptly released their debut demo, which Me Saco Un Ojo released on vinyl early the next year. While that demo was undeniably a promising […] -
80s L.A. Deathrock Scene: Origins of Gothic Rock
80s L.A. Deathrock Scene: Origins of Gothic Rock
Before the goth movement went global, it was forged in the shadows of the 80s L.A. deathrock scene. It was a time when the punk rock spirit collided with macabre theatricality, birthing a sound that was as dangerous as it was beautiful.
The 80s L.A. deathrock scene was more than music; it was a total rejection of traditional pop culture. Bands like Christian Death, 45 Grave, and Kommunity FK took the raw energy of punk and filtered it through a lens of dark, religious, and morbid imagery. They didn’t just play songs; they orchestrated atmospheres of dread and liberation.
The Breeding Ground of Dark Aesthetics
The L.A. underground of the early 80s was a volatile, creative pressure cooker. Venues like the Hong Kong Cafe provided the stage for this transformation. As we detailed in our exploration of Christian Death band history, the shift from aggressive punk to something more haunting was deliberate and revolutionary.
Deathrock became a sanctuary for the outcasts. It combined the speed of punk with the atmospheric depth of what would eventually be classified as gothic rock. The visual style—heavy makeup, black lace, and fetishistic elements—became as integral to the 80s L.A. deathrock scene as the driving basslines and feedback-drenched guitars.
The Key Players and Their Legacy
While Christian Death often takes center stage, the scene was diverse. 45 Grave brought a horror-punk edge, while Kommunity FK added an experimental, ritualistic layer. Together, they formed a collective underground identity that defied easy categorization.
This era proved that music could be a form of high art. By embracing the taboo, these artists created a legacy that still resonates in the noir rock soundscapes of 2026. Their work reminds us that true originality often thrives in the periphery, away from the spotlight of mainstream trends.
Preserving the Legacy
Documenting the Christian Death band history is vital for the noir community. We are proud to support this history through the documentary Romeo’s Distress. You can read our detailed recap of the L.A. event here: Rozz Williams: Romeo’s Distress Documentary Recap.
Before the film’s release, there was immense anticipation within the scene. Catch up on the initial buzz in our documentary premiere announcement.
Carrying the Torch
For the Edgar Allan Poets, the 80s L.A. deathrock scene is more than just history; it is a blueprint. We believe in the power of the dark, the cinematic, and the authentic. Just as those early pioneers broke boundaries, we continue to push our own, blending noir storytelling with modern, atmospheric rock.
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The dark never truly fades. It only waits.
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Dissonant death metal band CARBON TOMB to unleash debut full length via Transcending Obscurity
After the maddening dissonant death metal fury of the Danish band Dysgnostic, we have Carbon Tomb also from Denmark and they play dissonant death metal too but their version is quite accessible and coherent, and is very well structured with varied and memorable parts. Check out their music on Bandcamp AT THIS LINK. Carbon Tomb are a new band playing dissonant […] -
“It’s strange to grow up feeling like 230lbs of mucus and then see all these girls taking their clothes off and throwing them at you.” Why one of 90s metal’s most unlikely sex symbols wrote a 60s pop bop Austin Powers would be proud of
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Shannon Larkin Says Sully Erna ‘Understood’ Why He Left Godsmack
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BEATING THE BEAST: Jason Newsted Confirms He Is “Free And Clear” Following Intense Throat Cancer Battle
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Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted has revealed he is officially cancer-free after a year-long battle with throat cancer. Diagnosed in May 2025, the 63-year-old underwent aggressive laser surgery and has used the recovery period to adopt a completely sober, “clear-headed” lifestyle. With the all-clear received just weeks ago, Newsted is now preparing to return to the stage for a massive summer tour with The Chophouse Band.
JUPITER, FL — Legendary former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted is celebrating a monumental personal victory after being given the “all clear” following a grueling battle with throat cancer. The 63-year-old musician, who anchored the heavy metal giants for fifteen years, revealed that he was diagnosed with the condition in May 2025. After undergoing intensive laser surgery and a disciplined recovery period, Newsted confirmed he received his “free and clear” status just three weeks ago, marking the end of a transformative year that has completely reshaped his approach to life and music.
How did Jason Newsted discover and treat his throat cancer?
The diagnosis came exactly one year ago, on May 8, 2025, forcing the high-energy bassist to do something he admits he has never done in his adult life: stop. The medical team utilized advanced laser procedures to remove the cancerous cells, a process Newsted described with his trademark grit during an appearance on the Let There Be Talk podcast.
“They took a bunch of shit outta here and then they went in with lasers this way,” Newsted explained, noting that while the “cavern” inside his head feels different now, the early detection was the key to his survival. “We got it early. And I got my ‘free and clear’ about three weeks ago. So I beat it”. The recovery required a level of patience that the bassist initially struggled with, promising himself he would finally “take the gravity off” and allow his body the necessary hours of rest to heal from the invasive procedures.
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The “Clear-Headed” Lifestyle: Sobriety and Homemade Lemonade
Perhaps the most significant byproduct of the cancer battle has been Newsted’s total lifestyle overhaul. Known for his intense stage presence and rock-and-roll habits, the bassist revealed that the health scare acted as a “divine intervention” to pull him away from alcohol and marijuana.
Newsted admitted that his “arrogant, spoiled ass” would never have stopped his vices on his own, but the diagnosis changed everything. “The great spirit got my attention and said, ‘That’s not good right now, man.’ And so it pulled me off it”. Now more “clear-headed” than ever before, Newsted has traded the bottle for homemade lemonade, joking about his new obsession: “The lemonade I’m making this summer, bro, mmm. Sweet. Ooh”.
What is next for Jason Newsted and The Chophouse Band?
With a clean bill of health and a fresh perspective, Newsted isn’t wasting any time getting back to work. He is currently gearing up for a North American summer tour with Jason Newsted & The Chophouse Band, set to kick off this July. The project, which leans into Americana, folk, and heavy rock influences, represents the bassist’s current creative heartbeat—a more organic and personal expression of his musical journey.
The tour is expected to hit major markets across the U.S. and Canada, providing fans a first look at the “sober and revitalized” Newsted. Given the bassist’s history of high-voltage performances, the 2026 tour cycle is being touted as a celebration of life as much as a musical showcase.
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A Legacy Reborn in Clarity
There is something profoundly heavy about a man whose career was built on the “roaring” bass lines of …And Justice for All and The Black Album having to fight for his voice—literally. Jason Newsted has always been the “blue-collar” hero of the metal world, and his transparent account of beating cancer only solidifies that status. By admitting that he needed a “Great Spirit” intervention to clean up his act, he’s offering a rare, vulnerable look at the human cost of the rock lifestyle. Seeing him trade weed and whiskey for homemade lemonade might seem like a soft turn for a metal icon, but after a year of fighting for his life, it’s the most “metal” move he could make. The Chophouse Band tour in July won’t just be about the songs; it’ll be a victory lap for a survivor who refused to let the “Beast” take his voice.
STAY LOUD: Catch the full breakdown of the Jason Newsted recovery and the upcoming Chophouse Band tour on the Loaded Radio Podcast, or crank the hard rock and metal 24/7 on our digital stream at LoadedRadio.com.
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KINGCROWN unveil “Lost Horizon” – first single from “Moonfall”
French melodic heavy/power metal band Kingcrown return with “Lost Horizon“, the first single taken from their forthcoming album “Moonfall“, due for release on September 4th, 2026 via Rockshots Records. Following the strong reception of “Nova Atlantis“, the band open a new chapter with a track that immediately reinforces their identity while expanding the narrative framework introduced in […]