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- 10 classic rock albums from the 70s that unintentionally paved the way for heavy metal in the 80s July 21, 2026The 1980s didn't just happen by accident: here are 10 albums from the previous decade that laid the groundworkLatest from Louder
- Eric Forrest Fronts VOIVOD Again – Live Report from Analog Music Hall July 21, 2026July 14, 2026 – Budapest, Analog Music Hall When it emerged in late June that Denis “Snake” Bélanger would be unable to take part in the tour due to family circumstances, I was genuinely saddened. No one cancels an entire European tour lightly, and alt...KMN
- CHIODOS Deliver New Single ‘TAPDAT’ July 21, 2026Post-hardcore trailblazers Chiodos officially usher in a bold new chapter today, announcing their signing to SharpTone Records and sharing their first new music in more than a decade with the explosive new single, TAPDAT, accompanied by an equally grip...HEAVY
- CARPENTER BRUT To Unleash Full Production On Australian Tour July 21, 2026French synthwave powerhouse Carpenter Brut will finally unleash his acclaimed full live production on Australian audiences this January, announcing three exclusive east coast headline shows in the lead-up to what’s expected to be a landmark appea...HEAVY
- MARDUK unveils premium fine art and anniversary collections July 21, 2026Militaria and “Fuck Me Jesus” 35th anniversary artefacts to debut at Beyond the Gates Festival in Norway Available to order now exclusively via Down With The Most High Productions Black metal titans Marduk will release two premium...KMN
- AIRLIE BEACH FESTIVAL OF MUSIC Offers Great Value Two Day Passes July 21, 2026What’s better than one day at a festival when you can’t do them all? The answer from the team at the Airlie Beach Festival of Music is to come for two out of the three days from November 6-8. Festival founder Gavin Butlin says offering a limited number...HEAVY
- CONFLUX COLLECTIVE Unleashes “Reincarnation” Drum Playthrough via Sick Drummer Magazine July 21, 2026Conflux Collective has unleashed a blistering new drum playthrough for their track “Reincarnation,” premiering now on Sick Drummer Magazine’s YouTube channel. Performed by drummer Tommy McKinnon, the video showcases the track’s...KMN
- QUICKSAND Announce New Album, Drop Title Track July 21, 2026Equal Vision Records/Civilians and Quicksand are excited to announce the release of Bring On The Psychics, the first studio album in five years from the iconic post-hardcore band. Marking an entirely new era for the storied three-piece – guitaris...HEAVY
- Review IF THESE TREES COULD TALK “The Hidden Hand” July 21, 2026Ohio-based instrumental post-rock outfit If These Trees Could Talk return with their fourth studio album, The Hidden Hand. Formed in Akron in 2005, the band has built a reputation for crafting thoughtful instrumental records that, in a broad sense, wil...mwie68
- DEAR SEATTLE Reveal Alternating Supports July 21, 2026Sydney punk rockers Dear Seattle recently shared news of their extensive regional Australian headline tour with special guests Seahaven (US). Today, the band reveal the addition of Lucky, Bad Neighbour and Late 90s, who will join the tour as alternatin...HEAVY