Power Metal
Manowar play first US show in a decade: Video + Setlist
The New York heavy metal vets made their valiant return at the Kings Theatre in Brooklyn. Manowar Play First US Show in a Decade: Video + Setlist Jon Hadusek
DragonForce turn Taylor Swift’s “Wildest Dreams” into a power metal anthem: Stream
The cover is a bonus track on the band's upcoming album Warp Speed Warriors. DragonForce Turn Taylor Swift’s “Wildest Dreams” into a Power Metal Anthem: Stream Jon Hadusek
Symphony X to embark on Spring 2024 North American tour
Heathen will be direct support for the May/June outing. Symphony X to Embark on Spring 2024 North American Tour Jon Hadusek
X Japan bassist Heath dead at 55
The musician reportedly was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year. X Japan Bassist Heath Dead at 55 Spencer Kaufman
X Japan bassist Heath dead at 55
The musician reportedly was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year. X Japan Bassist Heath Dead at 55 Spencer Kaufman
Sabaton Unleash Cover of Manowar’s “Kingdom Come”: Stream
Sabaton have unleashed their cover of Manowar’s “Kingdom Come” as a standalone single. The track is finally receiving a proper release on digital platforms and vinyl after frequent fan requests. A concert staple and fan favorite, “Kingdom Come” is Sabaton’s salute to their power-metal forebearers, Manowar. Both bands share musical and aesthetic similarities, as well as a fascination with war and military history. Sabaton update the track with heavier, modern production while retaining the original spirit of the song. “Our fans have spoken,” Sabaton bassist Pär Sundtröm said. “You requested the release of this song everywhere, so this is for all of you. This recording was meant to be a tribute to Manowar and a collaboration with a video game bearing the same name when we recorded it a few y...
Dee Snider on Iced Earth’s Jon Schaffer: “This Piece of S**t Is an Embarrassment to the Metal Community”
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-04-18T23:12:49+00:00“>April 18, 2021 | 7:12pm ET Dee Snider is not pulling any punches in his assessment of Iced Earth’s Jon Schaffer, who became the first person to plead guilty for his role in the US Capitol riot. The Twisted Sister singer ripped the veteran guitarist as a “piece of shit” and “embarrassment to the metal community” not only for his actions on January 6th, but also for ratting out his “own people for a lighter sentence.” As reported Friday, Schaffer pleaded guilty to two of the six charges he was facing for his actions during the insurrection: obstruction of an official proceeding and entering a building with a dangerous weapon. The second charge stemmed from him ca...
Iced Earth’s Jon Schaffer Pleads Guilty to Two Charges Related to US Capitol Riot
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-04-16T17:33:20+00:00“>April 16, 2021 | 1:33pm ET Iced Earth guitarist Jon Schaffer pleaded guilty Friday (April 16th) to two charges for his role in the insurrection that took place at the US Capitol on January 6th. A prison sentence of 3.5 to 4.5 years is expected for the veteran metal musician, who is the first person to enter a guilty plea out of the hundreds so far charged in the riot. Schaffer, who initially faced six charges for his actions during the riot, pleaded guilty to obstruction of an official proceeding and entering a building with a dangerous weapon. He admitted to carrying bear spray into the Capitol, as he and others forced their way into the building. As CNN repor...
Former Sabaton and Civil War Guitarist Rikard Sundén Convicted of Child Molestation and Possessing Child Pornography
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-04-08T21:43:40+00:00“>April 8, 2021 | 5:43pm ET In very disturbing news, former Sabaton and Civil War guitarist Rikard Sundén has been convicted of child molestation and possession of child pornography. The metal musician was found guilty in a Swedish court, and has been sentenced to nine months in prison and ordered to pay a fine roughly equivalent to $6,200. MetalSucks obtained court documents detailing the case, painting a troubling account of the events that led to the conviction. Sundén, who apparently recently changed his name to Johan Andersson, was accused of molesting his daughter’s 8-year-old friend during an overnight stay. Additionally, authorities seized two computers a...
Iced Earth’s Jon Schaffer Ordered Jailed Without Bond Until His Trial for Storming the Capitol Begins
Iced Earth guitarist Jon Schaffer will remain jailed until his trial begins for his role in storming the U.S. Capitol building. A federal judge ruled that the metal musician must be held behind bars without bond during a bail hearing on Friday (March 19th). According to Indiana TV station WUSA-9, Schaffer appeared for the Washington, D.C. hearing via a video link. The veteran rocker was one of the many people arrested for the riot that broke out on January 6th. He faces six charges, including engaging in an act of physical violence in a Capitol building. He allegedly used bear spray on Capitol police during the insurrection. The guitarist’s attorney read a statement on his behalf, saying that Schaffer admits he “used bad judgement” and wishes he had a “do-over.” The lawyer also argued that...
Sabaton Unveil Music Video for New Song “Livgardet”: Stream
Swedish military historian metallers Sabaton have unveiled the music video for new song “Livgardet”, commemorating the 500th anniversary of the Swedish Royal Guard. The track is the first new music from Sabaton since their 2019 album, The Great War. Once again, the band look toward history and heroism for inspiration, this time focusing on the feats of Sweden’s longstanding guard. Appropriately, the band don period-centric regalia for the music video and accompanying press photo. And for the first time in years, Sabaton have penned a song in their native Swedish language. “Since 2012 and Carolus Rex, we have been looking forward to writing more songs in Swedish, and we felt that we were not done with the history of our fatherland,” bassist and co-songwriter Pär Sundström said in a press re...
Beyond the Boys’ Club: Brittney Slayes of Unleash the Archers
Beyond the Boys’ Club is a monthly column from journalist and radio host Anne Erickson, focusing on women in the heavy music genres, as they offer their perspectives on the music industry and discuss their personal experiences. This month’s piece features an interview with Brittney Slayes of Unleash the Archers. Canadian power-metal band Unleash the Archers present a hard-charging sound coupled with creative songwriting and storytelling. Early in their career, the band was often lumped into the symphonic metal genre, simply because they have a female vocalist, but they’re really straight-ahead power metal act, with vocalist Brittney Slayes roaring from song to song. Unleash the Archers recently released a new album, Abyss, featuring stunning guitars and Slayes’ powerful vocals. Slayes chec...
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