In a new interview with Andrew McKaysmith of the Scars And Guitars podcast, PRIMAL FEAR bassist Mat Sinner — whose real name is Matthias Lasch — addressed the fact that a lot of international musicians are canceling U.S. tours because they have decided that going through the complicated process of getting a U.S. artist visa may not be worth the […]
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Saxon announce re-scheduled shows following Bill Byford’s recent cancer operation
Saxon frontman Biff Byford has revealed he recently underwent surgery for prostate cancer after doctors discovered a tumor. In a video update shared yesterday, August 15th, Byford confirmed he’ll also undergo preventative chemotherapy but said his prognosis is “good.” While live shows will be pushed back, he noted that work […]
Deströyer 666 Announce U.S. Tour Dates
Deströyer 666 continue to take no prisoners. K.K. and his roving gang of black thrash bullies have been hammering the European festival circuit this summer. Now, the band are announcing their return to the U.S. for a blistering run of dates leading up to Metal Threat. They’ll be joined by […]
Groza Touring Latin America This Fall
This November, Groza will be heading out to Latin America for a set of headline shows where they will promote their latest music output Nadir. Brazil black metal unity Outlaw will be joining them on the road as main support.
Great American Ghost announce US tour
Great American Ghost have announced that they will be embarking on a US tour this November and December featuring support from Wristmeetrazor, Downswing, and Saltwound. 11/06 Long Island, NY @ Amh 11/07 Morgantown, WV @ 123 Pleasant St. 11/08 Greensboro, NC @ Hangar 1819 11/09 Atlanta, GA @ 529 11/10 […]
JOHN 5 Is Planning Grueling Two-Month U.S. Tour In 2026: ’50 Shows, 50 States In 50 Days’
So, JOHN 5 (aka John William Lowery, but let’s be honest—nobody calls him that) just spilled some wild tea on Get On The Bus. Dude’s planning a 2026 stunt that’s either genius or madness: 50 shows, 50 states, 50 days. Starting in *Alaska* next October, because why not kick things […]
Mammoth Grinder announce fall tour
Death metal/hardcore unit Mammoth Grinder will hit the road this fall for a two-week tour, primarily in the Western United States. Dates for the jaunt are listed below. According to Mammoth Grinder, “This will be the last MG tour for quite some time so these shows are not to be […]
Megadeth Announced Final Album And Global Farewell Tour
So, DAVE MUSTAINE just dropped a bombshell on the band’s site: “…It’s our last studio album. We’ve made a lot of friends over the years and I hope to see all of you on our global farewell tour.” Cue the collective sobbing of thrash metal fans worldwide. More deets coming […]
Tool Adds Second Hawaii Show After the First Sells Out
Oh look, TOOL fans – because clearly you haven’t had enough sun deprivation in your lives, the prog-metal overlords are now doing two nights in Hawaii. Guess volcanic vibes pair well with TOOL’s musical labyrinthian spirals. The band just tossed out a second show like a metaphysical curveball, hot on […]