"Deafheaven is an American metal band from San Francisco, California. The band consists of members George Clarke, Kerry McCoy, Daniel Tracy, Shiv Mehra, and Chris Johnson. They have released four studio albums and two EPs, most recently they have released album “Ordinary Corrupt Human Love”. Their second album, “Sunbather”, was their most popular album and was one of the best-reviewed... read full bio
Deap Vally is the rock-centered musical duo of Lindsey Troy and Julie Edwards. Both members of Deap Vally have a background in music, having played in other bands prior, but they happened to met in a crochet class in L.A. They started creating music together and were signed with Ark Recordings; they released their first single entitled “Gonna Make My... read full bio
Death Angel is an American trash metal band that consists of members Rob Cavestany, Mark Osegueda, Ted Aguilar, Will Carroll, and Damien Sisson. The group was formed in Daly City, California in the early 80’s and performing until the early 90’s. After 10 years apart, Death Angel reformed together to create more new music. The group has seen several members... read full bio
Death Tour is something of an enigma. They hit the scene with an interesting mix of rap and heavy metal in 2018 with the release of their single “(New Portland) Dolls”. The next year, they released their debut studio album “Blood Pact”, along with the single “OFF!”. Most recently, they released the song “SCARED”. The album consists of 12 tracks,... read full bio
Founded in 2018, the Los Angeles-based quartet DEATHCHANT blends wild rock & roll, nwobhm and a strong reference to the glory days of guitar harmonies and Marshall full stacks. T.J. Lemieux (Psychedelic Speed Freaks, Child, Babylon) and Doug Stuckey (Banquet), who are both lead guitars, alternate between interwoven melodic passages and noise-soaked sonic attacks with an intensity that is renowned for... read full bio
DED is an American nu metal band from Tempe, Arizona, which consists of members Joe Cotela, David Ludlow, Matt Reinhard and Kyle Koelsch. DED was started from the band The Cover Up and was formed after the band disbanded. Members of the band formed Man Made Machine and after the band performed their last show, Cotela and Reinhard got together... read full bio
The extraordinarily adaptable artist Dee Snider performs as an actor, singer-songwriter, musician, and TV personality. His most well-known role is that of lead singer and lyricist for Twisted Sister, a heavy metal band. In the Hit Parader's list of the 100 greatest metal vocalists ever, he came in at number 83. He has hosted several Heavy Metal programs on MTV... read full bio
Deep Purple is an English rock band formed in Hertford in 1968. Along with Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath, they are considered to be among the pioneers of heavy metal and modern hard rock, although some band members have avoided categorizing themselves as any one genre. The band also incorporated classical music, blues-rock, pop and progressive rock elements. They were... read full bio
Default is a Canadian rock band from Vancouver, British Columbia, that consists of members Dallas Smith, Jeremy Hora, Dave Benedict and Danny Craig. The band is a mixture of hard rock, grunge, alternative rock and alternative metal. They were discovered by Chad Kroeger, who is the lead vocalist of Canadian band Nickelback, when he discovered their demo tape. Kroeger went... read full bio
With a quadruple announcement, Defects are blowing up. They will go on a 19-date tour with US metalcore group Of Mice & Men through Germany, France, the Netherlands, and the UK. In addition, they will be special guests of Funeral For A Friend at the 20 Years of Casually Dressed and Deep In Conversation album anniversary show at Birmingham's O2... read full bio
The American alternative metal group Deftones was founded in Sacramento, California, in 1988. They were founded by Dominic Garcia (drums), Stephen Carpenter (guitar), Chino Moreno (vocals, guitar), and Abe Cunningham (bass). The band's line-up changed frequently throughout their first five years, but settled in 1993 after Cunningham returned after leaving in 1990; at this point, Chi Cheng was the bassist.... read full bio
Originating in the depths of East London, Deijuvhs is an artist that continues to resonate with a large and fast-growing audience who are attracted to his determination to defy rigid genre conventions and unapologetic genuineness. Deijuvhs draws influence from a variety of exotic genres, including punk, metal, drill, jungle and many more, and he expertly combines and molds all of the sounds into... read full bio
Blending elements of hip-hop, nu-metal, and riot grrrl ethos into her unique "Brat Punk" style, Rage Queen Delilah Bon is a force to be reckoned with. Kerrang! praised her performance at the Glastonbury festival, calling her a "standout voice in the rise of bold and bratty heavy music." Her inclusion on Kerrang!'s 'Sound of' artist list, additional recognition as a 'New... read full bio
Demon Hunter is a Christian heavy metal band from the hard rock hub Seattle, Washington. It was formed in 2000 by Don Clark and Ryan Clark, two brothers who are lifelong heavy metal fans. The band consists currently of Ryan, Jon Dunn, Patrick Judge, Timothy “Yogi” Watts, and Jeremiah Scott. Don left the band in 2009 in order to take... read full bio
Desmadre is a musical collective from Los Angeles that fuses hardcore, metal, punk, and various other genres. The group has passionately championed their Latin heritage while simultaneously supporting LAHC. Last year, the band released a cumbia single titled "Sufrir," a groundbreaking decision that further demonstrated Desmadre's artistic expertise. Desmadre's single, "Clownin' Around," propels itself with a metallic hardcore rhythm and includes guest... read full bio
DevilDriver, a punishing groove and melodic death metal band from Santa Barbara was previously known as Deathride until a copyright issue compelled them to change their name. The band debuted but didn't really take off until the release of Last Kind Words, which heralded a string of high-charting albums like Pray for Villains, Winter Kills, Trust No One and the concept double... read full bio
Renowned for their surreal musical arrangements and electrifying live performances, The Dillinger Escape Plan formally broke up after three incredible farewell gigs at New York City's Terminal 5. The band is set to make a comeback in commemoration of the record that started their remarkable journey, following years of undying fan support, an endless stream of reunion requests, and many reissues.... read full bio
As passionate as their music, Dio Disciples have a rich past, lineage, and mission. "Dio Disciples," founded and led by Wendy Dio, the manager and widow of Ronnie James Dio, are Simon Wright, Scott Warren, and Craig Goldy, the longest-serving members of the band who continue to stay in the lineup at the master's (R.J.D.) discretion. Along with the well-known vocalist... read full bio
American heavy metal band Disturbed was founded in Chicago in 1994. Bassist John Moyer, drummer Mike Wengren, guitarist Dan Donegan, and vocalist David Draiman make up the band. Donegan and Wengren have been a part of the group since the beginning, with Moyer taking over for the late Steve "Fuzz" Kmak on bass and Draiman for Erich Awalt on lead... read full bio
There’s no band out there like DITZ, a punk band that’s very rough around the edges but manages to offer up quite a bit of complex post-hardcore elements with a touch of experimental. They’ve been compared to bands such as Sonic Youth, Black Flag or Flipper, but there’s definitely a lot more to it, as they incorporate some electronic sounds... read full bio
Grammy-nominated rock band, Dokken, has accumulated numerous charting singles and has sold more than 10 million albums worldwide. 1984 became Dokken's breakout year in the US with the release of the album Tooth and Nail on September 13. The album contained several hit songs including ""Just Got Lucky"", ""Alone Again"", and ""Into The Fire"". The album sold over one million... read full bio
Doro Pesch knew she wanted to be a singer since she was three years old. Little Richard's "Lucille" served as the first spark, starting a fire in Doro that is still burning today. Doro aspires to use music to spread happiness around the world. She formed her first band, Snakebite, at age sixteen. After Beast and Attack comes the major... read full bio
Doss has long been considered an artist worth gushing over by those in the know. Even though she has only released a small number of singles and remixes over the past seven years, the producer and DJ has steadily established a reputation as one of the most in-demand and sought-after tastemakers to emerge from New York's club scene and she has... read full bio
Down is a heavy metal supergroup from Louisiana that is made up of Phil Anselmo from Pantera, Pepper Keenan from Corrosion of Conformity, Bobby Landgraf and Pat Brooders from Goatwhote and Jimmy Bower from Crowbar. They have released three studio albums and two EPs to date and are still working on touring and making more albums. Their lastest full-length album... read full bio
Downswing is a fearless four-piece metalcore band that bursts from the colorful streets of Albany, New York, defying convention. Downswing has been a force to be reckoned with in the underground music scene ever since they formed, electrifying audiences with their explosive fusion of ferocity and melody. Lead by the mysterious Harrison Seanor, Downswing unleashes a visceral barrage of intense... read full bio
One of the most distinctive vocalist, guitarist, composer and producer in contemporary music, Doyle Bramhall II, is best known for his work with Eric Clapton, Roger Waters and many others. Eric Clapton, with whom Bramhall has collaborated for more than a decade, cites the guitarist as one of the most gifted players he has ever encountered. In addition to... read full bio
Dragged Under covers a few different genres: they’re punk, metalcore, metal rock, and alternative. In fact, even though many would call them a metalcore band, they have cited some of their biggest influences are iconic punk bands like Sum 41, The Offspring, and Rise Against. They call it “3 parts punk rock, 1 part metal/hardcore.” The band consists of Ryan... read full bio
Fans of DragonForce are familiar with their wild guitar solos, fantasy-themed lyrics, and electronic sounds in their music that compliment their retro video game-inspired sound. Their first album made DragonForce one of the most prominent independent power metal bands in the UK. The title song, “Valley of the Damned”, was the most downloaded song on MP3.com for two straight weeks.... read full bio
Dream State is a punk and post hardcore band from South Wales. They’ve been on the scene since 2014 and just one year later, they released their EP “Consequences”, alongside the singles “Burn Them Down” and “Rebuild, Recreate”. Currently, the band consists of Aled Evans on lead guitar, rhythm guitar, and lead vocals, but the other two members (on bass... read full bio
Every every live show, full-length album and song must provide the following of passionately loyal DREAM THEATER diehards with an intelligent, completely immersive, experience trip through alien soundscapes. Given the band's three decades of continuously pushing the boundaries of hard rock and progressive heavy metal, conquering challenges, exceeding critics' expectations and battling the never-ending winds of business instability, this is understandable. Dream Theater's... read full bio
Dropout Kings is a band that combines elements of hip hop/trap and heavy metal to produce their distinctive "Trap Metal" sound. They take great satisfaction in creating original and avant-garde soundscapes and being pioneers in this distinctive genre. Songs like Scratch & Claw and Going Rogue showcase their contemplative rap lyrics and impassioned voices over sophisticated, metal-inspired orchestration. With millions... read full bio
Drowning Pool is an American rock band from Dallas, Texas, that consists of members C.J. Pierce, Mike Luce, Stevie Benton, and Jasen Moreno. After forming the band that rose to fame with the release of their debut studio album, “Sinner”, which peaked at number 14 on the US Billboard 200 and earned them RIAA certified platinum as well as BPI... read full bio
Edinburgh, Scotland-based DVNE is a five-piece progressive rock/metal group. When the band was first formed in 2013, they decided to call themselves Dune after Frank Herbert's masterwork of the same name. This was a declaration of the band's shared love of science fiction and fantasy literature, which has influenced their music ever since. Dvne's music transports listeners on an intensely emotional... read full bio
American metalcore group Dying Wish is based in Portland, Oregon. Lead guitarist Sam Reynolds, bassist Andrew Le, rhythm guitarist Pedro Carrillo, lead vocalist Emma Boster, and drummer Jeff Lambra make up the band. The group has received recognition as one of the top acts in contemporary American hardcore. The band announced their agreement to SharpTone Records along with the release of... read full bio
When Margaret Hermant and Neil Leiter worked on Adam Wiltzie and Dustin O'Halloran's A Winged Victory For The Sullen, Echo Collective was born. Leiter and Belgian violinist and harpist Hermant have since gone on to perform as Echo Collective in places like Royal Albert Hall, Concertgebouw Amsterdam and L'Auditori Barcelona, as well as at festivals like Latitude, Big Ears, ATP, La... read full bio
As the lead singer of Live, Ed Kowalczyk fronted one of the most successful American post-grunge bands of the a90s, coming to prominence with their 1994 sophomore album, Throwing Copper. With his bald head and intense eyes, Kowalczyk cut a distinctive figure, but what separated him from other a90s alt-rockers was his utter earnestness. Live released seven albums between 1991... read full bio
Brazilian quintet Ego Kill Talent was founded in São Paulo and combines pop aspiration with crisp songwriting, musical agility and South American flavor. Ego Kill Talent was added to the Lollapalooza Brazil lineup thanks to the success of their debut song, "Sublimated," on local radio. The song ignited streaming services all over the world and peaked at number five on Spotify's Viral... read full bio
The return of Egypt Central has made for quite a journey in this young bands career. Having success with their self titled debut cd, the four men from Memphis, TN are poised to continue their impact with the release of their new album White Rabbit and invite the listener to come along. We wanted to get it right and put... read full bio
James Hart and Ken Floyd, the only members of the original lineup who continued to play with the band until their breakup, formed Eighteen Visions. Trevor Friedrich, Josh James, Hart, and guitarist Keith Barney were all back in the band. The "Lifeless" EP was their first release on Life Sentence Records. They released a full-length album on Cedargate Records called "Yesterday... read full bio
Nicholas DiSalvo, Jack Donovan, Michael Risberg and Georg Edert are among the elders. Using progressive elements, evocative soundscapes and strong psychedelic sounds, Elder is a genre-defying rock band. A mainstay of the stoner/doom genre since the mid-aughts, the band has altered its sound over the course of five albums to become one of the most distinctive voices in the underground rock scene. With... read full bio
American singer-songwriter, musician, and visual artist Emma Ruth Rundle resides in Portland at the moment. In addition to being the guitarist for Red Sparowes and the vocalist/guitarist for Marriages, she has recorded four solo albums under her own name and one darkwave album as The Headless Prince of Zolpidem. She was formerly a member of The Nocturnes. Electric Guitar: One, Rundle's... read full bio
Enola Gay first hit the hardcore, post-punk, noise rock scene in 2020 with their debut single “The Birth of a Nation”, followed up quickly by a remix of the same song (thanks to Mount Palomar). The very next year, they released “Sofa Surfing” (their most famous track to date), “Through Men’s Eyes”, “Salt”, “Scrappers”, and their debut EP “Gransha”, which... read full bio
New Jersey-based ENOX is a formidable Progressive Metalcore band that is well-known for their intense live shows and explosive sound. ENOX has produced a dynamic and unyielding sound by fusing the complex rhythms of djent, the groove-driven aspects of Nu-Metal, and the heaviness of Metalcore. Their music offers fans and listeners alike a singular experience by combining unadulterated emotion with... read full bio
Long Island, New York-based post-hardcore band Envy on the Coast. Lowcountry, their second studio album, was made available in March 2010. Although not under that name, Envy on the Coast's members started performing together in 2003. Ryan Hunter took over for Brian Byrne initially after Brian left New York to attend Berklee College of Music. The band added drummer Dan... read full bio
From tours with artists like HIM and Marilyn Manson to music videos filmed in Hollywood, with more than 3 million streams on Spotify and YouTube combined, Esoterica is a London-based alternative hard rock band with powerful, proggy and melodic moments combining large choruses, massive guitars, vintage analogue synths and energetic percussion. Esoterica has performed at some of the most prominent festivals in Europe, published... read full bio
Eva Under Fire is a rock band from Detroit that consists of members Amanda Lyberg on vocals, Rob Ryberg on guitar, Chris Slapnik on guitar and vocals, Edward Joseph on bass and Corey Newsom on drums. The band performs a mixture of modern hard rock with a nod to 80’s and 90’s alternative-metal. They also blend together pop, rock, alternative,... read full bio
The past four years have been a challenging journey for the five members of Evans Blue, pushing them each to their personal brink but ultimately pulling them together. Chandler is an easy guy to get along with, and he keeps a very open mind when it comes to songwriting, which is refreshing. With the addition of Chandler and the... read full bio
Every Mother’s Nightmare is a hard rock and hair metal band from Memphis, Tennessee. The group consists of members Rick Ruhl, Travis Butler, John Guttery, Troy Fleming and Allan Bone. The group formed in the late 80’s and shortly after they released music videos for singles “House of Pain”, “Walls Came Down” and “Love Can Make You Blind”, all of... read full bio
Exciter has been a constant force in the world of metal for more than 40 years. The band, which was founded in 1978, is largely recognized for having influenced the early thrash movement and for having invented speed metal. Tours with Mercyful Fate, Motorhead, Megadeth, Manowar and Accept helped to further solidify the band's reputation. Early hits, such as their debut... read full bio
EXODUS was founded in 1982 by Tom Hunting, Kirk Hammett and Gary Holt. Singer, Paul Baloff was added to round out the lineup. In the year to follow, EXODUS gained the attention of the international underground scene, transforming their status from an insiders' tip of the tape trading community to a hugely popular act. With the use of innovative song... read full bio
An upsurge of bands paying homage to vintage AmRep noise rock is being spearheaded by the unmistakably Philadelphia band Eye Flys, with their violent style of noise rock. Their wit is sharp, and their anger is evident. originating from a city steeped in labor activism, a city historically identified with the industrious, the underdog, the common guy. The music of... read full bio
Reunited after 10 years, FAITH NO MORE are: Mike Bordin, Roddy Bottum, Bill Gould, Jon Hudson and Mike Patton. Faith No More is an American alternative metal band who formed in San Francisco, California .Faith No More combined elements of heavy metal, funk, progressive rock, hip hop, hardcore punk, thrash metal, and jazz, among many others and have been hailed... read full bio
Fall Out Boy formed in 2001 in the suburbs of Chicago and by 2003, the group had released its first full-length (Evening Out with Your Girl). The group achieved its first taste of mainstream success with "Take This to Your Grave," a pop-punk masterpiece that revitalized what had been a tired genre. After several high-profile tours, the band released... read full bio
"The legendary metal band Fates Warning began in the early 1980's playing a traditional style of heavy metal. However, they quickly began to adopt a more technically proficient style influenced by Rush and are considered by many to be the first true prog-metal band. While the band has subsequently moved in more melodic and ambient directions, they have remained a vibrant... read full bio
Feeder is a British rock band from Newport, Wales. They have released 8 studio albums , two EP's, three compilation albums, and 34 singles. Their styling has been compared to bands like The Police, Nirvana, and Smashing Pumpkins. All eight of their albums are UK Top 40 albums including six United Kingdom top 10 albums and three Top 5 albums.... read full bio
Armed with Yamaha violins in a place where hard rock meets classical instruments, Femmes of Rock is a rock star group that has wowed audiences with their fierce, unique, and high-energy performances that feature both violin covers and original work. Femmes of Rock have covered the work of artists including The Eagles, Jimi Hendrix, AC/DC, Pink Floyd, David Bowie, and... read full bio
Fields of the Nephilim is an English-based gothic rock band that originally got together in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. This was back in 1984. You may have heard the term “Nephilim,” which refers to a mysterious race of angel-human hybrids from the Bible. The band – which consists of Carl McCoy, Gav King, Adam Leach, Tony Pettitt, and Lee Newell – has... read full bio
The members of the British rock group Fightstar are Charlie Simpson, Alex Westaway, Dan Haigh, and Omar Abidi. The group is from London, United Kingdom. Simpson, a member of the pop-punk group Busted, met Alex Westaway and Omar Abidi at a party, which led to the formation of Fightstar. The trio started to jam out together after that, and "Too... read full bio
Glam metal band FireHouse rose to fame with hits including “Reach For The Sky” and “All She Wrote”, in addition to their signature ballads “Don’t Treat Me Bad”, “I Live My Life for You”, “Love of a Lifetime”, and “When I Look Into Your Eyes”. The group won an American Music Award for Favorite Heavy Metal/Hard Rock New Artist, beating... read full bio
One of the most successful groove metal bands, Five Finger Death Punch have been a staple of the Billboard charts since their formation. The Los Angeles-based outfit formed around the talents of former U.P.O. guitar player Zoltan Bathory, former W.A.S.P. guitarist Darrell Roberts, vocalist Ivan Moody (Motograter/Ghost Machine), bass player Matt Snell (Anubis Rising), and former W.A.S.P. drummer Jeremy Spencer.... read full bio
When Norwegian metalcore group Fixation originally emerged, their debut EP "Global Suicide" helped them gain recognition rapidly. The media gave the EP great reviews. After the release of their next song, "Stay Awake," prominent international media outlets like BBC (UK), Metal Hammer (DE), Kerrang! Magazine (UK), and Kaaoszine (FI) took notice. With the release of "More Alive" and "Claustrophobic," appearances at prestigious... read full bio
Aspects of what an entire generation grew up knowing as alternative rock return via the music of the Lowell, Massachusetts band Fleshwater in a whole new way. Fleshwater's We're Not Here to Be Loved first album, which was released through the New York metal and hardcore label Closed Casket Activities, is a harsh, emotional and frightening work. The group is part... read full bio
Floor is a sludge metal and doom metal band from Miami, Florida that first hit the scene in 1992. The group is comprised of Steve Brooks, Anthony Vialon, and Henry Wilson. Previously, the band consisted of George Rios, Beatriz Monteavaro, Jeff Sousa, Juan Montoya, and Jonathan Nunez. Their first EP “Madonna” came out in 1994 under Bovine records. They made... read full bio
Sextet FORLORN enter a powerful and fiercely competitive environment. Fortunately, this group has an absolutely jaw-dropping sound. FORLORN are a very distinctive sounding band that walk a fine line between the metallic ferocity of metalcore and hardcore and the delicate sections of post rock. It's a fascinating combination and FORLORN might have already been doomed by the blending of these two disparate components,... read full bio
Fred Durst is the front man of the nu metal band Limp Bizkit, with whom he has released six studio albums. In recent years, he has also become known for his work in independent films. Durst costarred in the film Population 436, and made his directorial debut with The Education of Charlie Banks. He directed a second film, The Longshots.... read full bio
From a Second Story Window is an American progressive metalcore band that was founded in the border region of Ohio and Pennsylvania. They used intricate rhythms, unusual keys and two different vocal styles (both loud black metal yells and low death metal growls). Their live performances are dramatic and are often distinguished by blinding white lighting and Will Jackson's almost possessed stage presence. All... read full bio
Like a hundred other American towns, Lancaster, Pennsylvania is post-industrial but primarily working class, with relatively poor prospects for the children who grow up there. In fact, there are communities much like it all over the world. Suburban ennui, broken homes, substance misuse, and a lack of opportunities are all conducive to the kind of atmosphere where real, compelling creativity... read full bio
American rock band, Fuel, have made quite a name for themselves since their origins. Songwriter and guitarist, Carl Bell, and drummer, Jody Abbott, formed the band in Brownsville, Tennessee and haven not looked back ever since. Brett Scallions and Jeff Abercrombie saw them play in a bar and joined their project afterwards. They released an EP titled, Porcelain,... read full bio
When Fulci was founded in 2014, their debut demo tape—a death metal homage to Italian horror icon Lucio Fulci—was released as an instant statement of intent. They released their first album, Opening the Hell Gates, in 2015, which combined cinematic ambiance with violent riffs. With visuals, horror movie samples, synth layers, and theatrical lighting when feasible, their live performances are more... read full bio
The grind band Full of Hell was founded and is centered in central Pennsylvania and Ocean City, Maryland. Although Full of Hell has released a few albums with just power electronics, their sound is a combination of noise, sludge metal, and grindcore/metalcore from the 1990s. They also use industrial and power electronics, which are typically woven throughout their unrelenting grinding... read full bio
Massachusetts' FUMING MOUTH was founded by Mark Whelan with the goal of developing an unrestrained style of death metal. The group originally formed as a trio, drawing inspiration from bands like Motorhead and Dismember while also taking cues from them. They just published their debut album, "The Grand Descent," as well as a brand-new EP, "Beyond the Tomb," which best... read full bio
Performers GAEREA present their odes in cascading maelstroms of ferocity and beauty behind black shrouds of obscurity and desolation. The black horde continues to lead the charge in the next wave of extreme metal, emerging from the epidemic era to whatever lies next for humanity. GAEREA has quickly made a reputation for itself among the multitudes of bands working in... read full bio
American metal band Gates to Hell hails from Louisville, Kentucky. The band's music is heavily influenced by death metal and has a powerful, dark energy that will captivate any listener. Their style is characterized by quick-paced drumming, intense guitar riffs and harsh screams that perfectly encapsulate the raw strength of metal. Gates to Hell's biggest draw is always its music. The band's... read full bio
Geoff Tate, a Multi-Platinum selling artist and the original lead singer-songwriter of Queensryche, is the frontman for the hard rock band Operation: Mindcrime. Other members include John Moyer (from the band Disturbed) and Simon Wright (known for his work with AC/DC). The bands music style is a melodic, narrative-driven progressive metal. They toured all over the United States, Canada and... read full bio
Dedicated to their love of Led Zeppelin's music, the professional musicians who make up Get The Led Out. Their goal is to bring the powerful Zeppelin's studio recordings to life on the large concert stage. This collection of musicians, who were first and foremost fans of the band, are not impersonators; rather, they are attempting to do homage to one... read full bio
The long-awaited comeback of Quebec City's hardcore scene pioneers, GET THE SHOT, is marked by Merciless Destruction. Similar to No Peace In Hell and Infinite Punishment, the band is sticking to their intense DIY approach to music while branching out into new extreme music genres with their upcoming fourth album. After Infinite Punishment, which was heavily influenced by thrash, GET THE... read full bio
Ghost is a Swedish rock band that blends heavy metal, psychedelic rock, and progressive rock to create their distinct sound. With Tobias Forge as the front-man and eight Nameless Ghouls as the backing band, as well as Papa Nihil on saxophone, the group has released four studio albums and one album, along with two EPs. Infestissumam, the band's second album, was... read full bio
Ghostemane is an alternative hip-hop artist. Though he does not listen to much rap music for inspiration, Ghostemane is a hardcore rapper. He incorporates black metal and hardcore beats into each of his rap tracks. Ghostemane has been compared to artists like XXXTentacion and is on the move to make a name for himself in this unique genre of music.... read full bio
Gideon had been establishing themselves since their formation in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, by breaking with tradition, developing their own unique sound, and never settling for anything that was merely standard or commonplace. Instead, the band continued to push the limits of their sound to widespread praise and growing commercial success. They were joined today by original member and drummer Jake Smelley,... read full bio
American post-hardcore band Glassjaw is from Hempstead, New York. The group, which features guitarist Justin Beck and singer Daryl Palumbo, played a significant role in the Long Island music scene in the early 2000s. The group, which is known for its aggressive live shows and frequent lineup changes, has had a big impact on the growth of the post-hardcore underground... read full bio
Glenn Danzig is an American singer-songwriter, musician, film director and record producer who is best known for being founder of the bands the Misfits, Samhain and Danzig. He is also known for being the owner of the Evilive record label and for the comic book publishing company, Verotik. Danzig was born in Lodi, New Jersey, and has previously studied at... read full bio
Gob is a Canadian punk rock band that consists of members Tom Thacker, Theo Goutzinakis, Gabe Mantle, and Steven Fairweather. The band was formed by Thacker, Goutzinakis, and previously members Patrick “Wolfman Pat” Paszana and Kelly Macauley. Shortly after forming, the members went on to release their debut studio album, “Too Late… No Friends.” Since then, they’ve gone on to... read full bio
American heavy metal group God Forbid was established in East Brunswick, New Jersey, in 1996. God Forbid gained a following in the late 1990s by performing with groups including GWAR, Nile, Cradle of Filth, and Candiria. In 1999, 9volt Industries released Reject the Sickness, the band's first full-length album. After receiving frequent airplay from WSOU-FM in the New York City... read full bio
Giants of the early alternative metal post-grunge scene, with Black Sabbath-style riffing and an unconventional vocal style, Godsmack has become one of the most prevalent heavy metal acts of the last decade in the United States, selling over twenty million records worldwide in just over a decade. Since its formation, Godsmack has released five studio albums and have toured with... read full bio
Two-time Grammy-nominated heavy metal band, Gojira has released six albums and three live DVDs. Fans celebrate them for their environmentally-conscious lyrics, which have brought them to the forefront of today’s metal scene. Gojira’s newest album, Magma, earned them a Grammy nomination for Best Rock Album, while their song “Silvera” received a nomination for Best Metal Performance. Some of Gojira’s main... read full bio
"Gomez is an English indie rock band. Their first album, Bring It On, won the Mercury Music Prize. The genesis of Gomez was the meeting of four friends from Southport. Guitarist and vocalist Ian Ball and drummer Olly Peacock had previously played together in a local heavy metal band called Severed. They joined with guitarist / vocalist / keyboardist Tom... read full bio
Graphic Nature is a hard, heavy, raw, aggressive and even creepy at times but they have definitely earned their place in heavy metal fan’s hearts. Googling “Graphic Nature” yields two results: one, this band; two, the Deftones song from which the band gets their name. The band can also be compared to Deftones quite a bit: both of them play... read full bio
Greyhaven taps into the sound of truths that have been set free. It's ugly with its jagged and severe edges, magnetic with its captivating and mysterious melodies, and huge with its emotional outpouring. They naturally became better throughout the period of Empty Black, This Bright and Beautiful World, and the Stereo Grief, which had millions of streams. Brooklyn Vegan, New... read full bio
Gwar has to be the most instantly recognizable metal bounds out there, given that they’re only ensemble of heavy metal rockstars that don’t look like you or me at all. The band has an ever-rotating lineup of demonic or alien members, currently consisting of: Mike Derks, Brad Roberts, Brent Purgason, Michael Bishop, Casey Orr, and Matt Maguire. They’ve been rocking... read full bio
From London comes the contemporary progressive rock group Haken. Their style has changed from progressive metal to a shape-shifting, kaleidoscopic combination of progressive metal, jazz syncopation, catchy electronic pop and anthemic rock & roll since the band was founded by guitarist and keyboardist Richard Henshall and singer Ross Jennings. Haken recently finished a tour in North America with Symphony X. They signed with... read full bio
Halocene, a native of Phoenix, has been an unstoppable force of dedication and enthusiasm. Halocene got their footing as YouTube influencers after traveling the country in a beat-up van, supporting acts like Blink 182, Fall Out Boy and rocking the Vans Warped Tour, and they now regularly publish videos with over 30 million views. One of the first bands to consistently... read full bio
Hatebreed is a metalcore and hardcore punk band from Bridgeport, Connecticut. The band consists of Jamey Jasta, Chris Beattie, Matt Byrne, Frank Novinec, and Wayne Lozinak (previous members include Larry Dwyer Jr., Dave Russo, Nick "Nickel P" Papantoniou, Matt McIntosh, Jamie "Pushbutton" Muckinhaupt, Rigg Ross, Lou Richards, and Sean Martin. They first formed back in 1994 and dropped their first... read full bio
Hazey Eyes is an up-and-coming DJ who blends together indie music and electronic music. He gained attention after the release of his EP, “Some Reason”, which gained over 5 million streams on Spotify off of one track alone. Some of his most popular songs include “Emotion”, “Our Story”, “Love Is”, “Untitled”, “Goodbye”, “Hungover You”, and more. He has toured with... read full bio
American rock group He Is Legend is from Wilmington, North Carolina. They are well-known for their unique sound, which combines elements of metal, post-hardcore, hard rock, and southern rock. Frontman Schuylar Croom, guitarist Adam Tanbouz, bassist Matty Williams, and drummer Jesse Shelley make up the current configuration of the group. He Is Legend has put out a number of albums... read full bio
Head Wound City is a hardcore punk, screamo, and thrashcore supergroup band consisting of members from noise rock band The Locust, post-hardcore screamo band The Blood Brothers, and alternative garage rock band Yeah Yeah Yeahs. The band consists of Jordan Billie, Nick Zinner, Cody Votolato, and Justin Pearson. Punk rock drummer Gabe Serbian was previously a member of the band... read full bio
Sisters Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson are the only constant members of the rock band Heart, which has seen numerous lineup shifts over the course of its lengthy career. Despite all of these personnel shifts, one thing is certain: Heart knows how to rock. Over 35 million records have been sold all over the world by the band Heart, who... read full bio
Helmet, formed in New York City, is an alternative metal band. The group is comprised of Page Hamilton (vocalist/lead guitarist), Kyle Stevenson, Dave Case and Dan Beeman. Helmet has released seven studio albums and two compilation albums, all to good commercial success. The band debuted with their successful album titled ""Meantime"", which reached number 68 on the Billboard 200. ... read full bio
Hericane Alice is a glam metal band from Minneapolis, who gained major popularity in the 80s. The band originally consisted of Leni Dimancari (guitar and vocals), Scott Werner (bass) and Rusty Miller (drums), later adding Bruce Naumann as the lead vocalist. Hericane Alice’s fan base began to grow, and they drew interest from Atlantic Records. The three original instrumentalists left... read full bio
After releasing the EP Profound Morality, Heriot transformed from an obscure member of the many metal bands that were prevalent in UK scenes, such as the one in their hometown of Swindon, to one of the most highly anticipated heavy exports from the nation. They were crowned the greatest new metal band in Britain by Kerrang! and included among the... read full bio
High On Fire is an American heavy metal band from Oakland, California. The band consists of members Matt Pike, Des Kensel, and Jeff Matz. Currently, they have released eight studio albums and three live albums. They began to gain more popularity with the release of their fifth studio album, “Snakes for the Divine”, which peaked at number 5 on the... read full bio
Hollow Front does not crumble as the walls collapse inward. With their third full-length album, The Fear of Letting Go [UNFD], the Grand Rapids duo—Tyler Tate on vocals and Lee Albrecht on guitar—emerges from a season of seemingly never-ending hardships and tribulations with a therapeutic, crushing and coherent vision. Rather than give up, they turn the mayhem all around them into erratic and... read full bio
Horrendous was born in the early months of 2009. Weaving webs of filthy riffs through the air of the rehearsal area, the band emerged from a dismal environment, fascinated and completely obsessed with the old school. During the summer, a demo called Sweet Blasphemies was written and recorded. The band's myspace page offered CD-R copies of the demo for sale. Horrendous joined... read full bio
Humanity's Last Breath, a Swedish death metal band, takes pleasure in composing severe death metal but isn't hesitant to use more technical aspects. Buster Odeholm, a guitarist, producer, composer and engineer, brought together Marcus Rosell on drums, Filip Danielsson on vocals, and Johan Aldgrd on guitar to form the band. They replaced Aldgrd with guitarist, producer and engineer Calle Thomer for their... read full bio
I Prevail is an American metalcore, post-hardcore, pop punk band that consists of members Brian Burkheiser, Eric Vanlerberghe, Steve Menoian, Dylan Bowman and Gabe Helguera. The group rose to fame after the release of their metal cover of Taylor Swift’s popular single “Blank Space”. Their cover ended up peaked at number 9 on the U.S. Rock charts and earned them... read full bio
Although he also headed bands under his own name, Ian Gillan was one of the most prominent vocalists of the heavy metal genre of rock that originated in the 1970s. He achieved his greatest fame as a member of Deep Purple. When still in his teens, he started singing in bands, the most well-known of which were the Javelins and... read full bio
It's hard to overlook the chart-topping independent rock duo Icon For Hire. The band, which consists of guitarist/producer Shawn Jump and power vocalist Ariel Bloomer, has quietly gathered a devoted following through their extensive touring, which included an outstanding multi-year run on the Vans Warped Tour. Icon For Hire has been dubbed the "sleeping giants of the modern rock scene"... read full bio
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Ignescent is a female-fronted rock band from Chicago that was started by Jennifer Benson. Frontiers Records is where Ignescent is signed. The band has mostly gone on tour in Europe and the Midwest, including Nashville. Ignescent's single "Remnant" peaked at #46 on the Billboard Rock Charts, while "Not Today," starring Kevin Young of Disciple, peaked at #1 on the Christian... read full bio
Ill Niño, who originated from the thriving music communities of New Jersey and New York, has established themselves as a powerful force in the Latin metal genre. Two decades after its pioneering album "Revolution Revolucion" came out, a legacy that is still going strong. Ill Niño continues to stand strong as they embark on a global tour in support of their... read full bio
In Flames, a Swedish heavy metal band, was created by guitarist Jesper Strömblad back in 1990. The band is famous for pioneering the genres of Swedish death metal and more melodic death metal. In Flames had a lot of different musicians but by the time the 1999 album “Colony” came out, In Flames already had established a stable lineup. Their... read full bio
Lead by founding member a singer Maria Brink, In This Moment takes death metal and stage theatrics to the next level. The band's intricate and nightmare inducing costumes create a haunting addition to their high energy live shows. The band, founded in 2005, has released four studio albums and made a name for themselves on the festival circuit - most... read full bio
Insect Ark was Dana Schechter's "true" solo project, which she began in Brooklyn with the intention of creating solitary, hallucinatory soundscapes. Working alone was a way to delve into the most profound depths of introspection and create a musical beast that was both completely insane and incredibly freeing. During its early years, Insect Ark made raw, menacing, and entirely original... read full bio
Intervals is a Canadian progressive metal band that is currently led by and consists of Aaron Marshall. Intervals was formed in Toronto by Marshall after leaving the band Speak of the Devil. He went on to record Intervals debut EP, “The Space between,” by himself in his home studio and went on to release it independently. He went on to... read full bio
Invent Animate are taking fans by the hand and walking with them in a world where people are lonely, scared, and worried about the state of the globe. The band members—vocalist Marcus Vik, bassist Caleb Sherradan, writing member Trey Celaya, drummer Brody Taylor Smith, and guitarist Keaton Goldwire—feel like they have to share their own pain and tragedy with their fans.... read full bio
Listening to Iress is like being on a beach as a tidal wave approaches, except with more sound and a sense of impending destruction. It's like being thankful to see something so very beautiful and enthralled with what's going to happen next. Iress, a Los Angeles-based band, uses dramatic, dark aspects of slowcore, metal and shoegaze, occasionally building to a crescendo akin... read full bio
Iron Maiden has done everything in its power to uphold their status as one of the most notoriously heavy and iconic metal bands of all time. It should come as no surprise that the necessary numbers that accompany Maiden's career are impressive (over 50 million albums sold; 13 Top Ten albums in the U.K., including three Number Ones; legendary strength-sapping... read full bio
Issues is an American metalcore band that's been established in Atlanta, Georgia. AJ Rebollo on guitar and vocals, Skyler Acord on bass and vocals and Josh Manuel on drums make up the band at the moment. They are renowned for fusing metalcore, nu metal, pop, and modern R&B. Woe, Is Me's founding members Michael Bohn and Tyler Carter left to join Issues,... read full bio
Ithaca is humble. Their album, They Fear Us, is a powerful piece of heavy music with a lot of depth and significance. It's emotionally sophisticated and musically fertile, flawlessly assimilating inspirations as varied as Deftones and Converge to "Janet Jackson and Prince," with Sam hesitantly employing the term "prog-hardcore" and citing Rolo Tomassi as a parallel. 'Ithaca doing fine' will be old... read full bio
J Mascis is an American musician who is best known for being a singer-songwriter and guitarist for the band Dinosaur Jr. As a solo artist, Mascis has released seven albums. He’s also worked with bands such as Witch, Deep Wound, Upsidedown Cross, Sweet Apple, Heavy Blanket, and J Mascis + The Fog. As a guitarist, Mascis has been featured on... read full bio
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