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Metallica, Def Leppard, Pete Wentz, Beach Boys Lead New Line of Graphic Novels
Vault Comics has announced Headshell, a fresh line of graphic novels from Metallica, Def Leppard, Fall Out Boy’s Pete Wentz, The Beach Boys, Redman, and more. Longtime songwriter, producer, veteran music executive and publisher Richard Rudolph will head up strategy and artist relations for Headshell. The series “works with iconic recording artists to create unique graphic novels that resonate with artists and audiences,” according to a press release. “Headshell graphic novels present original stories inspired by artists’ careers and music, giving fans an all new way to connect with the artists and music they love.” Of the partnership, Lars Ulrich of Metallica said, “The team at Vault are pushing boundaries and are bold storytellers. We are excited to partner with them.” Advertisement Relat...
Rock am Ring and Rock im Park 2023 Lineups: Pantera, Turnstile, Tenacious D, Evanescence, and More
The twin German music festivals Rock am Ring and Rock im Park have announced their 2023 lineups. The fests will take place June 2nd through June 4th in Nürburgring and in Nuremberg, respectively. Both festivals share the same lineup, with acts appearing at each fest on different days during the weekend. The 2023 lineup sports a particularly strong assemblage of heavy artists — among performers of other genres — with a reunited Pantera leading the way. Other top-billed acts include Turnstile, Tenacious D, Evanescence, and Machine Gun Kelly, with two of the headliners yet to be revealed. Related Video Other notable acts include Papa Roach, Arch Enemy, Carpenter Brut, Dead Sara, Hot Water Music, Jinjer, Meshuggah, Motionless in White, NOFX, Nova Twins, The Distillers, Three Days Grace, Touché...
Sammy Hagar Says He’s Been Completely Cut Off by Alex Van Halen
Rumors of an all-star Van Halen tribute tour or concert have circulated since the 2020 passing of Eddie Van Halen. But recent remarks by one-time frontman Sammy Hagar insinuate that any such reunion — at least involving himself — remains a pipe dream. Hagar weighed in on the possibility of an Eddie Van Halen tribute in a new interview with SiriusXM’s Eddie Trunk. After ex-Metallica bassist Jason Newsted revealed earlier this year that he was involved in initial talks regarding the possible tour, Hagar was asked if there had been any further developments in recent weeks, to which Hagar replied in the negative. “As far as I know, [there has been] nothing,” Hagar told Trunk [as transcribed via Blabbermouth]. “There was that talk everybody heard about Jason being the bass player and Joe S...
Morbid Angel Announce 2023 US Tour with Revocation and More
Morbid Angel have announced a 2023 US tour featuring support from Revocation, Crypta, Skeletal Remains, and Vitriol. The “United States Tour of Terror” will launch on March 15th in Pensacola, Florida, and run through an April 22nd date in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Morbid Angel are billing the outing as a 40th anniversary tour, with the legendary death metal band having formed in 1983. Revocation will provide direct support, with Crypta also on board throughout the run. Skeletal Remains will appear from March 15th through April 4th, while Vitriol will be on the bill from April 6th through April 22nd. Tickets go on sale this Friday (November 4th) at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster, with pre-sales for select cities beginning on Thursday (November 3rd) using the code HEADLINE. Advertisemen...
Lamb of God Announce 2023 “Headbangers Boat” Cruise with Mastodon, GWAR, and More
Lamb of God have teamed up with Sixthman for the inaugural Headbangers Boat cruise festival. The cruise is set to leave port aboard the Norwegian Pearl on October 31st of next year from Miami and heads to the Bahamas prior to its return on November 4th. In addition to Lamb of God (who are performing two sets), the heavy metal cruise will feature a stacked lineup including Mastodon, GWAR, Hatebreed, Shadows Fall, God Forbid, Fit for an Autopsy, and a performance from the solo project of Lamb of God’s Mark Morton, with more acts to be announced. The festivities will be hosted by Jose Mangin and Riki Rachtman, while Hatebreed’s Jamey Jasta will conduct live tapings of his Jasta Show podcast. Other activities include a Q&A conversation and photography show with Lamb of God frontman Randy B...
Ministry Announce First-Ever Livestream Show as Last Concert of 2022
Industrial pioneers Ministry are offering fans worldwide a chance to see the band in concert with their first-ever livestream show set for November 20th. Frontman Al Jourgensen and company recently opened for Nine Inch Nails at a special one-off concert in Cleveland, and also performed at the Louder Than Life festival in Louisville. However, they were supposed to tour Europe this fall but had to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances. In order to reach fans around the globe, the band is staging a special livestream show to close out their 2022 performances. “We never intended for Cleveland with NIN to be our last show this year,” stated Jourgensen. “Due to circumstances beyond our control we had to cancel Europe but we didn’t want to end 2022 without one last show, and this will be one for...
Metallica’s James Hetfield Dressed Up as Stranger Things’ Eddie Munson for Halloween
The love affair between Metallica and Stranger Things continued this Halloween, as the legendary metal band’s frontman, James Hetfield, dressed up as the popular Netflix series’ character Eddie Munson. Metallica shared a pic of Hetfield as Munson on their Instagram, with the singer-guitarist wearing the breakout character’s trademark denim vest over leather jacket along with a “Hellfire Club” T-shirt. Hetfield also sported a curly-mullet wig to match Munson’s hairdo. “Eddie Munson says Happy Halloween,” read the caption, with Hetfield throwing up the metal horns. The mutual admiration began when Munson (played by actor Joseph Quinn) shredded Metallica’s “Master of Puppets” in a key scene in the fourth season of Stranger Things. Metallica returned the favor when they duetted with Munson’s s...
The 13 Scariest Metal Songs
From the early days, when Black Sabbath pioneered the genre, to the emergence of extreme subgenres like death metal and black metal, there has always been an association of fear and horror with heavy metal. And thus, there’s an abundance of tracks to choose from when compiling a list of the scariest metal songs. With lyrics that focus anywhere from the occult to death and destruction, some songs stand out among others as the most frightful. And for certain bands, freaking people out is their modus operandi. Hell, we could have easily comprised this entire list out of Cannibal Corpse songs. Whether it’s the creepy music or the bloodcurdling lyrics, the baker’s dozen tracks below truly tingle our spines. Without further ado, here’s Heavy Consequence‘s list of The 13 Scariest Metal Songs. Adv...
Robert Fripp and Toyah Take on Black Sabbath’s “Children of the Grave” for Halloween: Watch
King Crimson guitarist Robert Fripp and singer wife Toyah Willcox tackle the Black Sabbath classic “Children of the Grave” for the Halloween edition of their “Sunday Lunch” series. To enhance the Halloween vibe, Fripp dresses up as what we think is Lawrence of Arabia with large spiders on his head and shoulder, while Toyah sports a sheer top with a giant spider leg strategically placed across her chest. “Children of the Grave” is not the first time the married couple has taken on a Sabbath song. Back in the early stages of their “Sunday Lunch” series, they covered “Paranoid” with Toyah dancing wildly behind bars. It led to Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi telling Heavy Consequence, “They’ve gone mad, actually. I think this lockdown has drove them mental.” Advertisement Related Video In a recen...
Nightwish Singer Floor Jansen Issues Update on Breast Cancer Surgery
Earlier this week, Nightwish vocalist Floor Jansen announced that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer. In the message, she shared the news that she was hoping to get the tumor removed this week and that her prognosis was “very good.” Now, Jansen has issued an encouraging update via social media, letting fans know that the surgery “went well.” “The tumor removal surgery went well without any surprises,” she wrote. “I’m recovering well and should be up and about soon. It will take a few weeks to know what the findings are regarding the tumor and lymph node that will be tested. I’ll keep you posted.” Advertisement Related Video She added, “I want to use this opportunity to thank the medical staff that took care of me. All done with so much care, empathy, and professionalism! I felt comp...
Disturbed Unleash Title Track from Upcoming Album Divisive: Stream
Disturbed have unveiled the title track from their upcoming album, Divisive, which arrives on November 18th. The song is classic Disturbed, with crunchy riffs, David Draiman’s powerful vocals, and a soaring, melodic chorus. Speaking about the theme of the song in a press release, Draiman explained, “The title track and the title itself are indicative of the incredibly fucked up state of things we are living in. It’s about how hyper-polarity has influenced everything people do in life.” He continued, “People are addicted to outrage. They’re addicted to finding the next thing that will piss them off so they can rave about it on social media. Everything negative was given a shot of steroids.” Advertisement Related Video Guitarist Dan Donegan added, “David was in the room listening to me play ...
Avatar Announce New Album Dance Devil Dance, Release Title Track: Stream
Avatar have announced their ninth album, Dance Devil Dance, set to arrive on February 17th. In advance of its release, the Swedish metal band has unveiled the LP’s title track. Avatar — vocalist Johannes Eckerström, guitarists Jonas Jarlsby and Tim Öhrström, bassist Henrik Sandelin, and drummer John Alfredsson — have also shared the somewhat graphic video for the title track, directed by Johan Carlèn. “I woke up to the truth one day,” Eckerström said in a statement. “With my heart pounding, and a heavy breath, I knew for sure. I am Satan. The snake and forbidden fruit with a longing for knowledge, freedom and agency. My feet were moving. I thought I was running, but I was dancing. A celebration. Yes, I am the Devil, and I believe that one day you can be the Devil too. It is my hope and amb...
