On this episode of DNA Interviews: The Metal DNA Podcast, Shawn speaks with Fernanda Lira, Bassist & Vocalist of Crypta! Catch Metal DNA live Saturdays @ 8pmEST on idobi Howl! Follow Metal DNA on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram!
Former Slipknot drummer Jay Weinberg has found a new home to drum in. He announced on his Instagram that he has joined Suicidal Tendencies as their new drummer. Slipknot parted ways with Weinberg, citing in a now-deleted post about changing their musical direction. “YOU CAN’T BRING ME DOWN,” the percussionist wrote in the caption for his new life update. “When I think of the culture and community of heavy music that I’ve loved and considered my home for 20 years, I think of Suicidal Tendencies.” He continued on his Instagram, “It’s an absolute honor and privilege to play with Suicidal… Read more »
Post-hardcore act SeeYouSpaceCowboy has announced their new album, Coup De Grâce, set to arrive via Pure Noise Records on April 19. Today, fans have received a double-dipped taste of what to expect from the LP with two new singles, “Respite For A Tragedy” ft. iRis.EXE and “Silhouettes In Motion,” offering a peephole into this next era for the band. A music video features both songs and ushers in a vintage cabaret setting. It’s elegant, filled with glitz and sultry vocals from iRis.EXE, that grazes suddenly into a fuzzy guitar slide of dreadful events. With melodic singing fused with the intensity… Read more »
As Too Close To Touch prepares to unveil their final album, For Keeps, a dedication to their late vocalist Keaton Pierce, this Friday, March 8, the remaining members have unleashed an emotionally charged new single, “Novocaine.” Featuring Bad Omens vocalist Noah Sebastian, the haunting new single is the third track to be issued from the group’s highly anticipated forthcoming album. The song opens with a gentle glow of instrumentation as Noah Sebastian’s layered vocals echo against the backdrop. The accompanying video features a swirling black-and-white motif, capturing images of the band in the studio, including Keaton in the recording booth.… Read more »
We are still PRAYING for a full Cobra Starship reunion, especially after last night when the iconic duo joined Fall Out Boy onstage. After joining William Beckett and The Academy Is… co. on stage to bring it for the When We Were Young Fest crowd in October 2023 with back-to-back surprise performances of “Snakes On A Plane (Bring It),” Gabe Saporta has done it again. Except this time, he’s had a little help from his Cobra Starship partner in crime, Vicky T, on their 2009 track “Good Girls Go Bad.” Their latest reunion collaboration unfolded on stage at the Honda… Read more »
While attending the 2024 BRIT Awards on March 2 at London’s O2 Arena, Bring Me The Horizon took home the prize for Best Rock/Alternative Act. Additionally, as they walked the red carpet, they were asked if their forthcoming record POST HUMAN: NeX GEn is coming soon, and we got an answer… sort of. The band was originally scheduled to release the second installment, POST HUMAN: NeX Gen, on September 15, 2023. Unfortunately, the release was delayed due to “unforeseen circumstances,” according to the band’s official statement. On the BRIT Awards red carpet, NME approached the artists about the record. “It’s nearly… Read more »
Halestorm and I Prevail are bringing the heat this summer with the announcement of their co-headline tour. The tour will kick off on July 9 and run through August 17, with Hollywood Undead and Fit For A King joining the rock ‘n’ roll behemoths as support. Tickets will go on sale on Friday, March 8, at 10 AM local time here and here. “We’re thrilled to join forces with Halestorm this summer,” I Prevail‘s Eric Vanlerberghe shares in a press release. “Touring with Halestorm is long overdue, as we admire their talent, energy, and dedication to rock music and are… Read more »
London-based duo Bob Vylan is back with their new single “Makes Me Violent,” which has a poignant message about capitalism, corrupt authority figures, class, and more. The track is set to appear on their forthcoming record Humble As The Sun due out April 5. You can pre-order the record here. Preceded by singles “Hunger Games,” “He’s A Man,” and “Dream Big,” the new track features nostalgia-inducing grunge-centric guitar tones. To set up the track, Bob Vylan shares a voiceover clip, which states, “The government, they’re not helping no one out, except for the rich people. There’s a lot of wealth… Read more »
Following a groundbreaking 2023 highlighted by the release of her sophomore album, Wisconsin, alongside a string of singles, Carlie Hanson left an unforgettable mark at the idobi Studios in LA, infusing our studio with her electrifying presence and undeniable prowess. Released at the tail end of 2023 and marking her final single of the year, Hanson joined the idobi Radio team to deliver a stripped-down rendition of “Starting Tomorrow” and capture a captivating acoustic performance of the track for fans. The genesis of the track traces back to July 2023 when Hanson recorded a voice memo that would transform into… Read more »
Following their unexpected yet fiery collaboration released on February 16, PVRIS has now unveiled the visually striking black-and-white motif accompanying their latest single, “BURN THE WITCH.” Featuring rapper Tommy Genesis and the innovative DJ/producer/singer/songwriter Alice Longyu Gao, the track loosely delves into the historical narrative of women accused of witchcraft and the fear they instilled, particularly in men. However, the track transcends storytelling to become a strong anthem of empowerment for women and minorities. Notably, the single boasts an all-female team behind its creation, from writing to production and engineering. This underlines PVRIS leader Lynn Gunn‘s commitment to inclusivity across… Read more »
