heavy metal

Killswitch Engage Announces Summer 2026 Dates With Machine Head, Iron Reagan, and Havok

May 21, 2026 — Leave a comment

Tickets: killswitchengage.com

  • 6/3 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore Detroit
  • 6/5 – Minneapolis, MN – The Fillmore Minneapolis
  • 6/6 – Milwaukee, WI – The Rave/Eagles Club
  • 6/7 – South Bend, IN – Four Winds Field
  • 6/9 – Raleigh, NC – The Ritz
  • 6/11 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Paramount
  • 6/12 – Boston, MA – Roadrunner
  • 6/13 – Bethlehem, PA – Wind Creek Event Center
  • 6/14 – Washington, DC – Vans Warped Tour 2026*
  • 6/16 – Orlando, FL – Hard Rock Live
  • 6/17 – Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle
  • 6/19 – Dallas, TX – South Side Ballroom
  • 6/20 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center
  • 6/21 – San Antonio, TX – Boeing Center at Tech Port
  • 6/23 – Albuquerque, NM – Revel Entertainment Center
  • 6/24 – Tempe, AZ – The Marquee
  • 6/25 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Palladium
  • 6/27 – San Francisco, CA – Warfield

* Festival; KSE and Machine Head only

Kittie: Legacy of Fire Tour 2026

May 21, 2026 — Leave a comment

Kittie is celebrating 30 years with a string of June dates. The Legacy of Fire Tour features special guests Kingdom of Giants and Gore. Tickets and VIP are still available at kittie.net!

  • 6/6 – St. Louis, MO – The Pageant*
  • 6/8 – Denver, CO – Ogden Theatre*
  • 6/9 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot*
  • 6/11 – Los Angeles, CA – Echoplex
  • 6/12 – Anaheim, CA – House of Blues
  • 6/13 – Mesa, AZ – The Nile Theater
  • 6/15 – San Antonio, TX – Aztec Theatre
  • 6/16 – Houston, TX – House of Blues
  • 6/18 – Nashville, TN – Brooklyn Bowl
  • 6/19 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
  • 6/20 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore
  • 6/21 – Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage
  • 6/23 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza
  • 6/24 – Worcester, MA – Palladium
  • 6/26 – Toronto, ON – Danforth Music Hall
  • 6/27 – Montreal, QC – Théâtre Beanfield

* No Kingdom of Giants

Seven Year Witch Offers a New Take on Blue Oyster Cult’s Classic Hit [Video]

April 30, 2026 — Leave a comment

South Carolina-based rockers Seven Year Witch have released their version of Blue Oyster Cult’s 1981 hit “Burnin’ For You.” Check it out below!

All That Remains Announces Spring 2026 Dates

April 11, 2026 — Leave a comment

Metal band All That Remains has shared spring dates with Born of Osiris and Dead Eyes. The tour kicks off April 29th in Albany, New York. Tickets and VIP are available at allthatremainsonline.com!

  • 4/29 – Albany, NY – Empire Live
  • 4/30 – Philadelphia, PA – Theatre of Living Arts
  • 5/1 – Asbury Park, NJ – The Stone Pony
  • 5/2 – Baltimore, MD – Nevermore Hall
  • 5/4 – Greensboro, NC – The Pyrle
  • 5/5 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade (Heaven)
  • 5/7 – Daytona Beach, FL – Welcome to Rockville 2026
  • 5/8 – Charleston, SC – Music Farm
  • 5/9 – Greenville, SC – Radio Room
  • 5/11 – St. Louis, MO – The Sovereign
  • 5/12 – Joliet, IL – The Forge
  • 5/14 – Grand Rapids, MI – The Big Room
  • 5/15 – Cadillac, MI – The Venue Event Center
  • 5/16 – Columbus, OH – Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival 2026
  • 5/17 – Wyandotte, MI – District 142
  • 5/19 – Flint, MI – The Machine Shop
  • 5/21 – Harrisburg, PA – Capital City Music Hall
  • 5/22 – New Haven, CT – Toad’s Place
  • 5/23 – Worcester, MA – Palladium

Female-Fronted Friday: Solar

April 10, 2026 — Leave a comment

When: Formed in 2003

Where: Rockford, IL

Genre: Hard rock/Metal

FFO: Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Warlock, Judas Priest, Megadeth

Solar is a four-piece rock band that consists of lead vocalist Stephanie, guitarist/vocalist Brad, bassist Larry, and Donovan the drummer. They have graced stages all across the U.S. with their seamless blend of heavy and melodic, and have released four full-length records: First Light (2006), Radiance (2021), Oracle (2022), and Frantically Calm (2025).

You can check out a few of my favorite Solar tracks below. Make sure you follow their socials for the latest music, news, and live show announcements.

“Rise”

“Frantically Calm”

“Glow”

“Mr. Stitches”

“I Don’t Owe You Anything”

Clutch: Suffer No Evil U.S. Tour 2026

April 2, 2026 — 3 Comments

Clutch is kicking off their Suffer No Evil U.S. Tour in one week! With special guests Corrosion of Conformity and JD Pinkus, this spring run will open with a show at the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville. Tickets are still available at clutchmerch.com!

  • 4/9 – Sayreville, NJ – Starland Ballroom
  • 4/11 – Worcester, MA – Palladium
  • 4/12 – Rochester, NY – Kodak Center Theater
  • 4/14 – Chesterfield, MO – The Factory
  • 4/15 – Lexington, KY – Manchester Music Hall
  • 4/17 – Kansas City, MO – VooDoo Lounge at Harrah’s
  • 4/18 – Sioux City, IA – Anthem at Hard Rock Sioux City
  • 4/19 – Sioux Falls, SD – The District
  • 4/21 – Grand Junction, CO – Mesa Theater
  • 4/23 – Boise, ID – Treefort Music Hall
  • 4/24 – Reno, NV – Cargo Concert Hall
  • 4/25 – Las Vegas, NV – Sick New World Festival 2026*
  • 4/27 – Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theater
  • 4/28 – Midland, TX – Midland County Horseshoe Arena
  • 4/29 – San Antonio, TX – Aztec Theatre
  • 5/1 – Pensacola, FL – Vinyl Music Hall
  • 5/2 – Chattanooga, TN – The Signal
  • 5/3 – Asheville, NC – The Orange Peel

* Clutch and Corrosion of Conformity only

The Ex-Faces: Former Members of Mushroomhead Announce 2026 Tour

April 1, 2026 — Leave a comment

After collaborating in various other projects throughout the years since their time with Mushroomhead, several ex-members have decided to go on tour. “The Ex-Faces” consists of J. Mann, Waylon Reavis, Gravy, Lil’ Dan, Richard “Stitch” Thomas, Mr. Murdernickel, and on select dates, Pig Benis. This mishmash of masked misfits will be performing songs from their days with MRH.

With four dates this spring and many more over the summer, this coast-to-coast trek boasts special guests Saints of Solomon and Deep Within. You can grab tickets and a VIP experience at theexfaces.com!

* Pig Benis appearing

April 2026

  • 4/16 – Flint, MI – The Machine Shop*
  • 4/17 – Flint, MI – The Machine Shop*
  • 4/18 – Columbus, OH – The King of Clubs*
  • 4/19 – Columbus, OH – The King of Clubs*

July 2026

  • 7/2 – Virginia Beach, VA – Scandals Live
  • 7/3 – Greensboro, NC – Hangar 1819
  • 7/4 – Spartanburg, SC – Ground Zero
  • 7/5 – Wilmington, NC – Reggie’s 42nd Street Tavern
  • 7/8 – Knoxville, TN – Open Chord
  • 7/9 – Harrison, OH – The Blue Note
  • 7/10 – Lakewood, OH – Mercury Music Lounge*
  • 7/11 – Lakewood, OH – Mercury Music Lounge*
  • 7/12 – Fort Wayne, IN – Piere’s
  • 7/14 – Pittsburgh, PA – Crafthouse Stage & Grill
  • 7/15 – Hamden, CT – Space Ballroom
  • 7/16 – Reading, PA – Reverb
  • 7/17 – Millersville, PA – Phantom Power
  • 7/18 – Frenchtown, NJ – Artie’s Bar & Grill
  • 7/19 – Newark, DE – Halftime Sports Bar and Music Venue
  • 7/21 – Nashville, TN – Cannery Hall
  • 7/23 – Houston, TX – Scout Bar
  • 7/24 – Dallas, TX – Trees
  • 7/25 – Austin, TX – Come and Take It Live
  • 7/26 – Tulsa, OK – The Shrine
  • 7/28 – Glendale, AZ – The 44 Sports Grill & Nightlife
  • 7/30 – West Hollywood, CA – Whisky A Go Go
  • 7/31 – Reno, NV – Club Underground

August 2026

  • 8/1 – Roseville, CA – Goldfield Trading Post
  • 8/2 – Garden Grove, CA – Garden AMP
  • 8/4 – Denver, CO – Federal Theatre
  • 8/5 – Colorado Springs, CO – Sunshine Studios Live
  • 8/7 – McHenry, IL – The Vixen*
  • 8/8 – New Berlin, IL – Danenberger Family Vineyards*
  • 8/9 – Cadillac, MI – The Venue*
  • 8/11 – Hobart, IN – The Hobart Art Theater*
  • 8/12 – Lexington, KY – Manchester Music Hall*
  • 8/13 – Indianapolis, IN – Hi-Fi*
  • 8/14 – Oakwood, IL – Exit 210 Saloon*
  • 8/15 – Battle Creek, MI – Michigan Metal Fest 2026*

Avatar: Don’t Go in the Forest Tour 2026

March 28, 2026 — Leave a comment

Swedish heavy metal outfit Avatar is kicking off the Don’t Go in the Forest Tour this April. This spring U.S. run boasts support from Fleshgod Apocalypse and Frozen Soul, and is making stops in Sacramento, Atlanta, Hampton Beach, and everywhere in between. Tickets are moving fast, so hurry to avatarmetal.com!

  • 4/16 – Sacramento, CA – Channel 24
  • 4/17 – Los Angeles, CA – The Novo
  • 4/19 – Tucson, AZ – Rialto Theatre
  • 4/20 – Albuquerque, NM – Revel Entertainment Center
  • 4/22 – San Antonio, TX – Aztec Theatre
  • 4/23 – Oklahoma City, OK – The Criterion
  • 4/25 – Omaha, NE – Steelhouse Omaha
  • 4/26 – West Des Moines, IA – Val Air Ballroom
  • 4/28 – Lawrence, KS – Liberty Hall
  • 4/29 – East Moline, IL – The Rust Belt
  • 4/30 – Grand Rapids, MI – GLC Live at 20 Monroe
  • 5/1 – Milwaukee, WI – The Eagles Club Stage
  • 5/2 – Fort Wayne, IN – Clyde Theatre
  • 5/4 – Huntsville, AL – Mars Music Hall
  • 5/5 – Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle
  • 5/6 – Knoxville, TN – The Mill & Mine
  • 5/7 – Myrtle Beach, SC – House of Blues
  • 5/9 – Daytona Beach, FL – Welcome to Rockville 2026*
  • 5/10 – Raleigh, NC – The Ritz
  • 5/12 – Richmond, VA – The National
  • 5/13 – Philadelphia, PA – Franklin Music Hall
  • 5/15 – New York, NY – Palladium Times Square
  • 5/16 – Buffalo, NY – Buffalo RiverWorks
  • 5/17 – Columbus, OH – Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival 2026*
  • 5/19 – Wallingford, CT – Toyota Oakdale Theatre
  • 5/20 – Hampton Beach, NH – Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom

* Festival; Avatar only

Demon Hunter: There Was a Light Here Tour 2026

March 28, 2026 — Leave a comment

Christian metal band Demon Hunter has shared dates for spring 2026. The “There Was a Light Here” tour features special guests Convictions and Cultist. Tickets and VIP are available at demonhunter.net!

  • 4/24 – Little Rock, AR – The Hall
  • 4/25 – Kansas City, MO – Warehouse on Broadway
  • 4/26 – Lincoln, NE – Bourbon Theatre
  • 4/28 – Iowa City, IA – Wildwood
  • 4/29 – Fort Wayne, IN – Piere’s
  • 4/30 – Grand Rapids, MI – Elevation
  • 5/1 – New Kensington, PA – Preserving Underground
  • 5/2 – Albany, NY – Empire Live
  • 5/3 – Buffalo, NY – Electric City
  • 5/5 – Harrisburg, PA – Capital City Music Hall
  • 5/6 – Virginia Beach, VA – Peabody’s
  • 5/7 – Charlotte, NC – The Underground
  • 5/8 – Birmingham, AL – Workplay Theatre
  • 5/9 – Pensacola, FL – Vinyl Music Hall
  • 5/10 – Daytona Beach, FL – Welcome to Rockville 2026+
  • 5/11 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
  • 5/12 – Charleston, SC – Music Farm
  • 5/13 – Knoxville, TN – The Mill & Mine
  • 5/15 – Lexington, KY – Manchester Music Hall
  • 5/16 – Detroit, MI – The Majestic
  • 5/17 – Columbus, OH – Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival 2026+

+ Demon Hunter only

Female-Fronted Friday: Devil Electric

March 27, 2026 — Leave a comment

When: Formed in mid-2015

Where: Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Genre: Hard rock, vintage metal

FFO: Black Sabbath, Dio, Jefferson Airplane, Dorothy

Devil Electric have released two studio albums – Devil Electric (2017) and Godless (2021). Their third, Tahlia, drops today, March 27th! The band will be playing shows in support of the new record throughout April and May. Unfortunately, none of those live performances will be in the U.S.

You can stream their music and learn more about Devil Electric by following their socials. Head over to their Bandcamp to order exclusive Tahlia bundles!

Check out a few tracks from the course of Devil Electric’s career, starting with their latest single, “This Hereafter.”

“Tahlia”

“All My Friends Move Like the Night”

“Hypnotica”

“The Dove & the Serpent”