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INKCARCERATION 2026 Announced ft. Bad Omens, Limp Bizkit, more

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Luke Spencer
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America’s Rock & Metal Tattoo Festival
INKCARCERATION

Announces 2026 Lineup Featuring 65+ Bands Across 3 Stages
Disturbed, Papa Roach, Cypress Hill, Hollywood Undead (Friday),
Bad Omens, Gojira, The Used, Sleeping With Sirens (Saturday),
Limp Bizkit, A Day To Remember, Motionless In White, Ice Nine Kills (Sunday)

July 17-19, 2026 At Ohio State Reformatory In Mansfield, Ohio
All Pass Types, Including 3-Day, Single-Day, GA & VIP Passes
On Sale Now At Inkcarceration.com

If anyone wondered how Inkcarceration Festival might top last year’s record-breaking event that drew in 90,000 music fans, all it takes is a look at the lineup for the 2026 edition. More than 65 bands will take over the historic Ohio State Reformatory grounds in Mansfield, Ohio on July 17-19, led by:

Friday, July 17: Disturbed, Papa Roach, Cypress Hill, Hollywood Undead

Saturday, July 18: Bad Omens, Gojira, The Used, Sleeping with Sirens

Sunday, July 19: Limp Bizkit, A Day To Remember, Motionless In White, Ice Nine Kills

Also featuring 100+ tattoo artists, haunted attractions and tours of the prison made famous in The Shawshank Redemption, America’s Rock & Metal Tattoo Festival, co-produced by Danny Wimmer Presents and Reinkcarceration LLC, is one of the most unique events in the summer festival season.

“Tim Robbins says in The Shawshank Redemption, ‘get busy living, or get busy dying,’ and we’re thrilled to share our songs of living and dying when INK descends on INKcarceration,” said Ice Nine Kills’ Spencer Charnas.

“I was SUPER excited when I got the word I was playing at Inkcarceration Festival because I’ve always seemed to be touring around it with artists who’ve played there frequently,” added Tech N9ne. “Honored to be part of such a huge festival.”

“We’re fired up to welcome Limp Bizkit back to Inkcarceration. Their recent South American stadium run has sent social media into overdrive, and we’re proud to be part of their global takeover once again. Having Bad Omens headlining a DWP festival for the first time brings a whole new level of energy to the weekend, and adding Disturbed to this lineup makes it an absolute powerhouse for our fans,” said DWP Founder Danny Wimmer.

“We’re expecting 2026 to be a landmark year for Inkcarceration,” said Dan Janssen, Co-Founder of Inkcarceration. “After selling out every year since 2021, this summer brings one of our most in-demand lineups to date, including more than 45 artists making their Inkcarceration debut alongside nearly 20 fan-favorite returns. Combined with upgrades across the site, camping, and parking experience, we’re excited to welcome fans back to Shawshank for what will be the biggest INK yet.”

“We are excited to welcome Inkcarceration back to the historic Ohio State Reformatory for another incredible year. This festival has earned its reputation as one of the most unique and sought-after events in the world, blending music, tattoo artistry, and culture in a setting unlike any other,” said Dan Smith, Associate Director, The Ohio State Reformatory. “Inkcarceration continues to attract fans from across the globe, and the 2026 lineup promises to deliver an unforgettable experience. The Ohio State Reformatory is proud to serve as the backdrop for this extraordinary celebration.”

The full music lineup for the 8th year of Inkcarceration – including several reunions and rare performances – is as follows:

Limp Bizkit, Disturbed, Bad Omens, Gojira, Papa Roach, A Day To Remember, Motionless in White, Ice Nine Kills, Cypress Hill, The Used, Lorna Shore, Sleeping with Sirens,  Hollywood Undead, Poppy, Starset, Machine Head, Tech N9ne, Jinjer, Hatebreed, Sleep Theory, Fit For A King, Get Scared, Memphis May Fire, Rev Theory, Jutes, LANDMVRKS, Dying Wish, Sanguisugabogg, Lacuna Coil, Escape The Fate, Alien Ant Farm, Miss May I, Caskets, PeelingFlesh, Spite, Point North, Norma Jean, Silent Planet, Born of Osiris, Nevertel, Left To Suffer, Thousand Below, 156/Silence, Archers, Static Dress, Ded, If Not For Me, Wolves At The Gate, Fox Lake, Earshot, King 810, Silly Goose, Guilt Trip, Cane Hill, Entheos, Versus Me, Snuffed On Sight, The Crimson Armada, Synestia, Corpse Pile, Heavy//Hitter, ENMY, Night Rider, Filth, Jeffrey Nothing, Vicar Blood and Killstreak.

During the festival, Inkcarceration attendees will have the opportunity to get inked at Monster Energy Tattoo X, the onsite tattoo convention hosted inside the world-famous prison. In addition, fans can take self-guided tours of the reportedly haunted building during Inkcarceration with the award-winning Blood Prison experience.

3-Day and Single Day General Admission and VIP passes for Inkcarceration are on sale now for as low as $1 down on layaway, with more than 6 months to pay off in full.

New in 2026, students have access to a special-priced pass to Inkcarceration. Those with a valid .edu e-mail address can purchase a Single Day GA Pass for $125 all-in (fees included). For more details and to purchase, visit here.

DWP has again partnered with GOVX to offer specially priced Inkcarceration passes to military, nurses, firefighters, and police personnel who can verify their eligibility here.

Service fees on all pass purchases include a charity fee for the DWP Foundation, which gives back to local and national charities throughout the year.

For a fully immersive weekend experience, fans are encouraged to explore the Inkcarceration camping options, which include access to the Thursday Night Campground Party in the campgrounds (only available to campers). Weekend camping packages are available for both Car & Tent and RV Camping, with Parking passes also on sale now – purchase here. For those looking to stay off-site, hotel packages that bundle festival passes with hotel nights are available through Jampack, starting at $10 down and including daily festival re-entry and additional perks – find more information here.

For five consecutive years, Inkcarceration passes have SOLD OUT, drawing fans from every state and many countries around the world, so fans are encouraged to buy early to reserve their spot. The 2025 event brought in $11.3 million in economic impact to the area, and Inkcarceration’soverall economic impact totals more than $60 million since the festival began in 2018.

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KAMI KEHOE Shares Reimagined Cover of “Sex On Fire”

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Luke Spencer
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Kami Kehoe

Kami Kehoe
Reimagines A Modern Rock Classic
“SEX ON FIRE“

Alt-rock star on the rise, Kami Kehoe, has returned with a smoldering, slow-burn cover of, “SEX ON FIRE“, arriving via Atlantic Records, Coup D’Etat Recordings and 10K Projects. Channeling the ache of the Kings of Leon original, Kami transforms the rock anthem into a darker, more atmospheric version thats powerfully her own. Listen to “SEX ON FIRE“, the fan-demanded cover born from live performances and teasers that drew in millions of views, HERE.

Coming off the back of her latest single, “FADE OUT,” and a nationwide tour supporting Daughtry, Seether, and POD (which saw her regularly invited to join them on stage), Kami continues to cement her place as one of the genre’s most magnetic rising voices. Named as one of Pandora’s Artists to Watch in 2026 (The Pandora Ten) and continuing to rack up spins on Sirius XM’s Octane, Kami is entering the new year with undeniable momentum.

Standing at the start of a new year and reflecting on the “KANDY” era, “FADE OUT“, the stages she’s hit along the way, and this brand new cover, Kami Kehoe shares:

“Starting 2026 with this release feels really special to me. I actually started working on my cover of “SEX ON FIRE” 4 years ago, and the way fans connect with it has never left my mind. It feels really good to finally give it a proper release and let this version live in the world. I’ve been pouring everything into new music, and I can’t wait for everyone to hear what’s next.”

Expanding her footprint across the rock world, Kami‘s breakout “KANDY” EP is also being celebrated with her very first vinyl pressing, limited to 500 copies as a Revolver-exclusive. Side A features the physical exclusive production masters sequenced as one long continuous track, pressed on Blue & Silver Sparkle vinyl with a silk-screened B-side. Fans can find more details and purchase the exclusive variant HERE.

Kami‘s growing profile extends beyond the music itself, with a feature in the winter issue of Revolver, spotlighting her rise at the intersection of heavy, alt, and modern rock. As she continues to build on the viral success of tracks like, “DOPAMINE” and “SLEEP WHEN I’M DEAD”, Kami‘s “SEX ON FIRE” cover stands as a smoky, emotionally charged statement of where she’s headed next.

On stage, Kami‘s 2026 is already packed with high moments, including a performance supporting Godsmack as a part of WMMR’s MMRBQ and her set at Rock Fest (WI), placing her alongside some of rock’s most established names.

To begin her 2026 live run, Kami will also return to Los Angeles for a special headlining show at the Roxy on February 19. Fans can find Kami’s full touring schedule HERE.

With signature gritty guitars, atmospheric production, and Kami‘s evocative vocals, her latest single, “FADE OUT” closed out 2025 as one of her most emotionally charged releases to date. The track capped off her “KANDY” EP era that documented the full arc of heartbreak and healing, garnering millions of streams, 100 million views in short form content, and viral popularity worldwide. Her hit single, “DOPAMINE“, earned over 30 million streams and hit #11 on Sirius XM Octane’s “Big Uns” Countdown, spotlighting her growth in the modern rock landscape.

Carving out her own space in the alt-rock world, Kami Kehoe has impressively amassed over 105 million streams and more than 2 million social media followers by blending a sultry, velvety vocal with a hard-charged rock energy. Since breaking out with the viral hit “SLEEP WHEN I’M DEAD”, she has continued to evolve her sound—infusing shoegaze, metal, and hip-hop influences into her music while remaining unapologetically authentic.

Be sure to stay tuned for more Kami Kehoe news coming very soon.

NAILED SHUT MA Announce “A Promise Made, A Promise Kept”

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Luke Spencer
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Nailed Shut 2026

Nailed Shut MA Announce
A Promise Made, A Promise Kept EP
Arriving March 5, 2026

NAILED SHUT MA consistently bring raw energy and thoughtful disorder to each and every performance, delivering a sonic force that pushes New England’s hardcore/deathcore scene to the next level. Forming in 2022, the Boston five-piece — Asher Thomas (vocals), Joel Arnall (guitar/BGV), Mason Roth (guitar/BGV), Owen Chepow (bass), and Jake Thompson (drums) — are pleased to announce the March 5 release of their new EP, titled a promise made, a promise kept. Artwork is pictured above.

Pre-order the EP here. The vinyl version is also available for pre-order here. It is a citrus-colored variant and limited to 250 copies.

“This EP has been such a long time coming for us, and we couldn’t feel more fulfilled,” the band says. “With a promise made, a promise kept, we really felt as if we’ve begun to lean into a signature sound that can only be described as ‘an eeriness of self-inflicted violence.’ This EP contains intense themes of mental health awareness and personal harm. We’ve truly poured our all into this record as we take from personal experiences of loss and the departure of self-control. Ultimately, a promise made, a promise kept isn’t in any way a pretty listen. But it’s here to drown out the dread that may be eating at you and it’s here to help in any way it can.”

Nailed SHut A Promise

A PROMISE MADE, A PROMISE KEPT EP TRACK LISTING:
“A Promise Made” (Instrumental Intro)
“Devoured“
“Broken & Curled“
“Centipede“
“Heaven Below Earth”
“Dust To Dust”
“A Promise Kept” (Instrumental Outro)

Nailed Shut MA

Regarding the new song, the band says,”‘Centipede’ is truly a stand out track on a promise made, a promise kept, as it was definitely our biggest writing challenge on this EP. We wanted a song that combined groove, complexity, atmosphere, and intensity all into something fresh for audiences of our genres. We’ve been debuting this song live on a few prior shows and it’s been cool to watch franticity become still for a moment during the ambient intro as an audience prepares for what’s to come and more disarray awaits.”

NAILED SHUT MA have also announced a forthcoming headline tour of the northeast. It kicks off with an EP release show on MARCH 5 at The Sinclair. Slamwich, Frog Mallet, and Multiple Pieces will serve as support. 

NAILED SHUT MA ON TOUR:
WITH  GODSEYES:
3/5 — Cambridge, MA — The Sinclair*
3/6 — Brooklyn, NY — Wood Shop
3/7 — Binghamton, NY — Bundy Museum and Annex*
3/8 — Cleveland, OH — The Foundry
3/10 — Albany, NY — Empire Underground
3/13 — Pittsburgh, PA — Preserving Underground 
3/14 — Washington, DC — DC9 
3/15 — Hartford, CT — Webster Underground
*No Godseyes

LAMB OF GOD Announce New Album, Into Oblivion; Title Track Out Now

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Luke Spencer
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Lamb Of God Into Oblivion

Lamb Of God’s Tenth Album, Into Oblivion,
Arrives March 13, 2026 via Epic Records
Pre-Orders: https://Lamb-of-God.lnk.to/IntoOblivionAlbum

Lamb of God have set a MARCH 13 release date for their new album, Into Oblivion (Epic Records), marking the band’s first full-length release in four years.

Into Oblivion finds Lamb of God embracing their position as modern metal veterans, beholden to no one, with nothing left to prove. The 10-song collection references the band’s roots, doubles down on their signature groove, and expands their approach, resulting in an album that feels both deliberate and untethered.

News of Into Oblivion’s March arrival is accompanied by the debut of its title track, “Into Oblivion,” alongside a video (https://lamb-of-god.lnk.to/IntoOblivionOfficial) directed by Tom Flynn and Mike Watts. Aggressive and as unforgiving as ever, the song pairs the band’s musical ferocity with psychologically charged lyrics.

Lamb Of God “Into Oblivion”

“For me, the album is about having the space to breathe creatively and not feeling like we have to keep up with any trend or expectation,” guitarist Mark Morton shares. “It feels nice to be untethered from any agenda beyond rallying around the notion of, ‘Let’s just make music that we think is cool,’ which is really where it all started.”

Vocalist Randy Blythe doesn’t mince words on why the band decided to name the album Into Oblivion, saying candidly: “Because that’s where we’re heading. In general, the album is about the ongoing and rapid breakdown of the social contract, particularly here in America. Things are acceptable now that would’ve horrified people just 20 years ago.”

In the months leading up to today’s announcement, the metal veterans released a pair of blistering singles that offered listeners a taste of the album’s range. “Sepsis,” the band’s first new song since 2022, paid homage to the early ‘90s Richmond underground that shaped Lamb of God’s formative years. Consequence, in their Heavy Song of the Week feature, noted the track’s fresh approach, saying “Morton’s riffs are bruising at this slower pace,” and adding that Blythe bellows “like a heavy metal Nick Cave.” “Parasocial Christ” followed, evoking classic Lamb of God with a three-minute onslaught that Revolver dubbed an “anti-tech thrasher.”

Produced and mixed by longtime studio collaborator Josh Wilbur, Into Oblivion was recorded across multiple locations tied closely to the band’s identity. Drums were tracked in Richmond, Va., with guitars and bass recorded at Morton’s home studio. Blythe recorded his vocals at the legendary Total Access studio in Redondo Beach, Calif., the birthplace of seminal punk records by Black Flag, Hüsker Dü, and Descendents.

Album pre-orders, including multiple limited-edition vinyl variants and signed copies, are available now (https://shop.lamb-of-god.com/collections/into-oblivion). An unannounced first pressing of the album was quietly posted on the band’s website earlier this week, and sold out immediately.

Lamb Of GOd Into Oblivion

Into Oblivion tracklisting:
1.    Into Oblivion
2.    Parasocial Christ
3.    Sepsis
4.    The Killing Floor
5.    El Vacío
6.    St. Catherine’s Wheel
7.    Blunt Force Blues
8.    Bully
9.    A Thousand Years
10. Devise/Destroy

Lamb Of God 2026 Tour

Lamb of God previously announced a Spring North American tour in what promises to be the heaviest trek of 2026. Joined by Kublai Khan TX, Fit For An Autopsy, and Sanguisugabogg, the tour kicks off on March 17. Tickets and VIP packages are on-sale now via Lamb-of-god.com/tour.

Into Oblivion North American tour dates:
MARCH 17 National Harbor, MD The Theater MGM National Harbor
March 19 Montreal, QC Bell Centre
March 20 Toronto, ON GCT Theatre
March 22 Detroit, MI Fox Theatre
March 24 Minneapolis, MN Armory
March 25 Chicago, IL Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
March 27 Denver, CO Fillmore Auditorium
March 28 Salt Lake City, UT The Union Event Center
March 30 Portland, OR Theater of the Clouds
March 31 Seattle, WA WAMU Theater
April 1 Vancouver, BC PNE Forum
April 3 San Francisco, CA The Masonic
April 4 Inglewood, CA YouTube Theater
April 5 Phoenix, AZ Arizona Financial Theatre
April 7 Albuquerque, NM Revel Entertainment Center
April 10 Austin, TX Moody Amphitheater
April 11 Irving, TX The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
April 12 Houston, TX 713 Music Hall
April 14 Nashville, TN War Memorial Auditorium
April 15 Atlanta, GA Coca-Cola Roxy Theatre
April 16 Raleigh, NC Red Hat Amphitheater
April 18 Reading, PA Santander Arena
April 19 Virginia Beach, VA The Dome
April 21 Buffalo, NY Buffalo RiverWorks
April 23 Brooklyn, NY Brooklyn Paramount
April 25 Uncasville, CT Mohegan Sun Arena
April 26 Boston, MA MGM Music Hall at Fenway

Additional 2026 tour dates:
May 9 Daytona Beach, FL Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival
May 17 Dayton, OH Welcome to Rockville
May 20 San Juan, PR Coliseo de Puerto Rico
July 24 Istanbul, TR Bonus Parkorman
July 25 – 27 Plovdiv, BG Hills of Rock
July 27 – 31 Râşnov, RO Rockstadt Extreme Fest
August 1 Wacken, DE Wacken Open Air
August 3 Leipzig, DE Haus Auensee
August 5 Lisbon, PT Vagos Open Air
August 6 – 9 Kortrijk, BE Alcatraz Open Air
August 7 Walton-on-Trent, UK Bloodstock Open Air
August 11 Copenhagen, DK K.B. Hallen
August 12 – 16 Dinkelsbühl, DE Summer Breeze
August 13 – 15 Sulingen, DE Reload Festival
August 14 – 16 Eindhoven, NL Dynamo Metalfest
October 30 – November 3 Miami, FL Headbangers Boat

KID ROCK To Ruin Small Towns in Rock The Country Scam/Tour | The Podcast That Rocked

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Luke Spencer
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The Podcast That Rocked for 1/14/26. Kid Rock pandering Rock The Country festival announces many names, Bandcamp stands against AI, Real Back To The Beginning charity numbers, and more. 

KID ROCK To Ruin Small Towns in Rock The Country Scam/Tour | The Podcast That Rocked on YouTube
The Podcast That Rocked on Spotify


 
Discussion Topics: 
-Rock The Country to ruin small towns 
–Bandcamp Bans AI Music 
–Back To The Beginning had misspoken charity amount raised 
-Johnny Craig documentary will be insane 
-Metallica going to The Sphere in Las Vegas 
–Taylor Momsen‘s ab workout playlist? 
-Poison The Well to return with first new album in over a decade 
-Upcoming albums/tours/more

SONG OF THE WEEK:
Converge “We Were Never The Same”

Converge “We Were Never The Same”

“It’s this simple. Rock The Country isn’t just a music festival; it’s a movement,” says Kid Rock. “In 2026, as America celebrates its 250th anniversary, this is a place for hard-working, God-fearing patriots to gather as one and celebrate freedom, music and the party of the year” We here at The Podcast That Rocked would like to remind anyone to not listen to Kid Rock. His music or anything he says in general. 

Taylor Momsen’s Ab Workout
CRAZY Concert Stories from Welcome To Rockville | HEAVYS

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AVATAR Announce Spring 2026 Headline Tour

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Luke Spencer
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Avatar 2026

Avatar Announce Spring 2026 Headline Tour
New Album Don’t Go In The Forest Out Now

The heavy metal visionaries collectively known as AVATAR — vocalist Johannes Eckerström, guitarists Jonas Jarlsby and Tim Öhrström, bassist Henrik Sandelin, and drummer John Alfredsson — unleashed their latest masterwork Don’t Go in the Forest  last year on Halloween — how fitting! Listen and get the album HERE.

Avatar then hit the road for their massive North American headline run. And that was just the beginning of their Herculean international touring schedule. Avatar will spend the foreseeable future (if not forever) on the road. 

Today, the band announces a Spring 2026 headline tour of North America. It kicks off on April 16 in Sacramento and runs through May 20 in Hampton Beach, NH. It includes stops at Welcome to Rockville and Sonic Temple. 

Fleshgod Apocalypse and Frozen Soul will serve as support.

Regarding their return to the States, Eckerström offers, “USA. It started off innocently enough. Hiking along on a trail. Sunny. Pleasant. Safe. Then night came, and the trail slowly faded. You can’t go back, as you don’t know where you came from. You don’t even dare to turn around, as you can feel someone, or something, watching. What you were, all the way back in the warm embrace of civilization, doesn’t matter. Here. it’s just you and the trees.”

He adds, “We will be seeing you.”

Tickets go on sale on Friday, January 16 at 10am local time. Get tickets here. 

Avatar Tour 2026

AVATAR ON TOUR:
“DON’T GO IN THE FOREST ’26”:
WITH FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE + FROZEN SOUL:
4/16 — Sacramento, CA — Channel 24
4/17 — Los Angeles, CA — Novo
4/19 — Tucson, AZ — Rialto Theater
4/20 — Albuquerque, NM — Revel
4/22 — San Antonio, TX — Aztec
4/23 — Oklahoma City, OK — Criterion
4/25 — Omaha, NE — Steelhouse Omaha
4/26 — Des Moines, IA — Val Air
4/28 — Lawrence, KS — Liberty Hall
4/29 — Moline, IL — The Rust Belt
4/30 — Grand Rapids, MI — GLC Live at 20 Monroe
5/1 — Milwaukee, WI — Eagles Club Stage
5/2 — Fort Wayne, IN — The Clyde
5/4 — Huntsville, AL — VBC Mars Music Hall
5/5 — Atlanta, GA — Tabernacle
5/6 — Knoxville, TN — Mill & Mine
5/7 — Myrtle Beach, SC — House of Blues
5/9 — Daytona Beach, FL — Welcome to Rockville*
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 Weekend*
5/19 — Wallingford, CT — The Dome
5/20 — Hampton Beach, NH — Hampton Beach Casino
*= Festival

HANABIE Drop Music Video For “Iconic” Off New EP

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Luke Spencer
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Hanabie 2026

HANABIE. Drops Official Music Video “Iconic”
From Upcoming EP Hot Topic
Out 1/28/26

First North American Headline Tour Starts 3/13/26
With Nekrogoblikon and Enterprise Earth
Ticket Info HERE

Harajuku-core trailblazers HANABIE. is kicking off the new year with a futuristically ferocious official music video for their latest track “ICONIC“ (via Sony Music Japan). The track, as well as previously released “Spicy Queen“ and “GIRL’S TALK“ can be found on the band’s upcoming new EP ‘HOT TOPIC’ set for release later this month on Wednesday, January 28. Stream “ICONIC“ here and watch the official video here or in the thumbnail below.

HANABIE. “Iconic”

Fans will soon have their chance to see the band’s inimitable live performance at their first Hawaii show on Saturday, January 10 in Honolulu, followed by their first North American headliner beginning Friday, March 13, in Boston, Massachusetts, with Nekrogoblikon and Enterprise Earth as support on the trek. Tickets are now on sale and are bound to sell out, so be sure to get yours before it’s too late at the link here.

Hanabie. Tour 2026

HANABIE. 2026 North American Headliner with Nekrogoblikon + Enterprise Earth
Fri Mar 13 – Boston, MA – Big Night Live
Sat Mar 14 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Bowl
Sun Mar 15 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore Silver Spring
Tue Mar 17 – Montreal, QC – Théâtre Beanfield
Wed Mar 18 – Toronto, ON – The Danforth Music Hall
Fri Mar 20 – Pittsburgh, PA – Roxian Theatre Presented by Citizens
Sat Mar 21 – Philadelphia, PA – Theatre of Living Arts
Mon Mar 23 – Raleigh, NC – The Ritz
Tue Mar 24 – Atlanta, GA – Buckhead Theatre
Wed Mar 25 – Orlando, FL – House of Blues Orlando*
Fri Mar 27 – Cleveland, OH – House of Blues Cleveland
Sun Mar 29 – Detroit, MI – Saint Andrew’s Hall
Mon Mar 30 – Chicago, IL – House of Blues Chicago
Wed Apr 01 – Minneapolis, MN – The Fillmore Minneapolis
Fri Apr 03 – Dallas, TX – House of Blues Dallas
Sat Apr 04 – Houston, TX – House of Blues Houston
Mon Apr 06 – Austin, TX – Emo’s Austin
Tue Apr 07 – Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren
Thu Apr 09 – San Diego, CA – House of Blues San Diego
Fri Apr 10 – San Francisco, CA – August Hall
Sat Apr 11 – Los Angeles, CA – The Belasco
*No Nekrogoblikon

HANABIE. is:
Yukina
Matsuri
Hettsu
Chika

HEAVYS Weekly Breakdown and Metal Picks | 1/11/26

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Luke Spencer
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HEAVYS Weekly Breakdown | 1/11/26

HEAVYS Weekly Breakdown looking at news in the world of heavy music,
talking about BABYMETAL, Lords Of Acid, and more.

“Brace yourselves: kawaii-metal conquerors BABYMETAL are celebrating their 15th anniversary with a re-recorded, growl-intensified version of their early track, “Headbangeeeeerrrrr!!!!!” The updated version of the 2012 single was surprise-released today (January 5th), with the band confirming on socials that this was done to “commemorate the 15th anniversary of its formation.” The re-recorded and “newly reborn” tune, here dubbed the “15th Night Ver.,” relives the melodic heft and thrash-blasted pace of the original, but it has also been re-upped with new death growls from the band’s MOMOMETAL. (Revolver)

HEAVYS Metal Picks | 1/9/26

Five new heavy songs to kick off the new year.
What are you listening to?

Mayhem “Life Is A Corpse you Drag”
Sylosis “Erased”
Exhumed “Unsafe At Any Speed”
Tailgunner “Eulogy”
Lord Of The Lost X Wednesday 13 “I Hate People”

“Mayhem’s Attila comments on the new track, “‘Life Is a Corpse You Drag’ is not a slogan, but a ritual and a realization. It names an ancient law: Consciousness as burden, the body as vessel, faith as a seal on a grave already closed. There is no comfort in this recognition but there is release. If we have been dead all along, there is nothing left to lose. What remains is pure energy: Movement without fear, presence without compromise, a victorious march into the final destruction.” (Mayhem Press Release)

Metal Musicians Are Embracing AI?! | The Podcast That Rocked

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Luke Spencer
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The Podcast That Rocked for 1/7/26. Discussion on metal musicians like Geezer Butler and Clown from Slipknot embracing AI, Knocked Loose, Bad Omens, more. 

Metal Musicians Are Embracing AI?! | The Podcast That Rocked on YouTube on Spotify

Discussion Topics: 
-Shawn “Clown” Crahan from Slipknot embracing AI for creative purposes 
-Geezer Butler to use AI Vocals for upcoming solo album 
-Knocked Loose target of AI music scam on Spotify 
–Bad Omens new album not confirmed for 2026 
-Godsmack is returning despite years of saying they were done  
–Bilmuri guitarist stepping down after accusations  
-40 years of sobriety for Rob Halford 
-Upcoming albums/tours/more 

Dad Joke Of The Week

Why do you always hear profanity from hearses?
Because the carcasses!

When Emos and Punks Fought in the Streets: The Mexican Scene War Explained!

“In a new interview with gaming magazine The Escapist, the co-founder and percussionist for nu metal’s nine-man wrecking crew calls AI “a professor in my pocket who only wants to do what I ask it”. “I’m employing AI 190 percent,” he states. “I’ve been using AI my whole life,” viewing it as the latest in the series of tools which have been set up to help musicians over the years. He then claims to have “thousands and thousands” of poems that he’s written since he was young, adding that, through AI, he can transform them into something else without compromising his vision.” (Louder Sound) 

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ALTER BRIDGE Share “Scales Are Falling” From Upcoming Album

By
Luke Spencer
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Alter Bridge 2026

ALTER BRIDGE Return With New Track
“Scales Are Falling”
Self-Titled Eighth Studio Album Coming 1/11/26

With their self-titled eighth studio album arriving worldwide in just two days, ALTER BRIDGE return with the final song to be released ahead of the album’s official launch. “Scales Are Falling” is another signature rocker from the acclaimed quartet—Myles Kennedy (vocals/guitars), Mark Tremonti (guitars/vocals), Brian Marshall (bass), and Scott Phillips (drums).

The track explores the moment of realization that comes with uncovering deception, and the emotional impact that truth can carry once it’s revealed.

Myles Kennedy explains:
“It’s when you realize the reality of a situation where you’ve been deceived. You see the truth and how harsh it is.”

“Scales Are Falling” is available now across all digital service providers. The accompanying visualizer—created by Marcin Pospiech (Nine Inch Nails, Tool – @reinfected.me)—is also out today and can be seen below.

Mark Tremonti adds:
“I was excited for this one. It has an atmospheric vibe with a lot of peaks, valleys, and moods. I solo over the bridge, and Myles plays the outro.”

With more than two decades as one of rock’s most consistently acclaimed bands, ALTER BRIDGE continue to push forward. Renowned for their towering riffs, infectious melodies, and masterful guitar interplay, the quartet will release their self-titled eighth studio album on January 9, 2026,via Napalm Records. As Blabbermouth.net recently noted, “More than 20 years in, ALTER BRIDGE keep showing they’re here to stay.” Physical formats are available for preorder now at https://www.lnk.to/AB-AlterBridge.

The forthcoming album features 12 brand-new tracks that rank among the band’s most compelling work to date. Songs such as “Rue the Day,” “Disregarded,” and “What Are You Waiting For” stand tall alongside staples from the ALTER BRIDGE catalog. “Trust in Me” highlights the powerful vocal chemistry between Kennedy and Tremonti, with Myles leading the verses and Mark commanding the chorus—an approach they reverse on the crushingly heavy “Tested and Able.” “Hang by a Thread” is primed for the live stage, channeling the energy of fan-favorite anthems, while album closer “Slave to Master” delivers an epic finale and marks the longest track the band has ever recorded.

The album’s first single, “Silent Divide,” continues its ascent at Active Rock radio and is approaching six million views on YouTube. Longtime producer Michael “Elvis” Baskette once again joined the band for the project, which was recorded over two months this spring at the legendary 5150 Studios in California and at Baskette’s studio in Florida.

Alter Bridge ST 2026

Alter Bridge track listing:
1)   Silent Divide (5:06)                                  
2)   Rue The Day (4:46)
3)   Power Down (4:08)
4)   Trust In Me (4:48)
5)   Disregarded (3:55)
6)   Tested And Able (4:36)
7)   What Lies Within (5:07)
8)   Hang By A Thread (4:11)
9)   Scales Are Falling (5:54)
10) Playing Aces (4:05)
11) What Are You Waiting For (5:00)
12) Slave To Master (9:03)

To coincide with the new album, ALTER BRIDGE will hit the road in support of the release on the What Lies Within Tour. The 31-date European run kicks off January 15 in Germany and wraps March 5 in Nottingham, UK, with Daughtry and Sevendust joining as special guests. The band has also announced a headlining U.S. tour featuring Filter or Sevendust and Tim Montana on select dates. The trek begins April 25 in Orlando, FL and concludes May 24 in Tampa, FL. Full ticketing information and VIP package details can be found at www.alterbridge.com.
 
European What Lies Within Tour 2026:
Jan 15 – HAMBURG, GERMANY – Sporthalle 
Jan 17 – OSLO, NORWAY – Sentrum Scene
Jan 18 – OSLO, NORWAY – Sentrum Scene
Jan 20 – STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN – Annexet 
Jan 22 – HELSINKI, FINLAND – Ice Hall Black Box
Jan 24 – COPENHAGEN, DENMARK – KB Hallen
Jan 25 – BERLIN, GERMANY – Columbiahalle 
Jan 27 – GLIWICE, POLAND – Prezero Arena Gliwice
Jan 28 – BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – Barba Negra 
Jan 30 – VIENNA, AUSTRIA – Gasometer 
Jan 31 – ZAGREB, CROATIA – Bocarski Dom
Feb 02 – ROME, ITALY – Atlantico 
Feb 03 – BERGAMO, ITALY – ChorusLive Arena
Feb 05 – ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – The Hall
Feb 06 – LYON, FRANCE – Halle Tony Garnier
Feb 08 – BARCELONA, SPAIN – Razzmatazz 1
Feb 10 – LISBON, PORTUGAL – Sagres Campo Pequeno
Feb 12 – MADRID, SPAIN – Palacio Vistalegre
Feb 13 – BORDEAUX, FRANCE – Arkea Arena
Feb 15 – LUXEMBOURG, LUXEMBOURG – Rockhal 
Feb 17 – OBERHAUSEN, GERMANY – Oberhausen Turbinenhalle
Feb 18 – PARIS, FRANCE – Zenith 
Feb 20 – MUNICH, GERMANY – Zenith 
Feb 22 – AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – Ziggo Dome
Feb 23 – BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – Ancienne Belgique
Feb 25 – NEWCASTLE, UNITED KINGDOM – Utilita Arena 
Feb 26 – MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM – AO Arena
Feb 28 – DUBLIN, IRELAND – 3Arena 
Mar 02 – GLASGOW, UNITED KINGDOM – OVO Hydro 
Mar 04 – LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – The O2
Mar 05 – NOTTINGHAM, UNITED KINGDOM – Motorpoint Arena
 
Jun 27 – CARDIFF, WALES – Blackbird Festival @ Cardiff Castle
 
What Lies Within U.S. Tour
Apr 25 – Orlando, FL – House of Blues – TM
Apr 26 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy – 7D/TM
Apr 28 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center – F/TM
Apr 29 – Dallas, TX – South Side Ballroom – F/TM
May 1 – Tulsa, OK – Osage Casino Hotel, Skyline Event Center – F/TM
May 2 – Omaha, NE – Steelhouse Omaha – F/TM
May 5 – Green Bay, WI – EPIC Event Center – F/TM
May 6 – Chicago, IL – The Salt Shed – F/TM
May 9 – Atlantic City, NJ – Event Center at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa  – F
May 10 – Boston, MA – Citizen House of Blues Boston – F/TM
May 12 – Huntington, NY – The Paramount – F/TM
May 13 – Montclair, NJ – The Wellmont Theater – F/TM
May 18 – Pittsburgh, PA – The Roxian Theatre – F/TM
May 19 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore Detroit – F/TM
May 21 – Nashville, TN – The Pinnacle – 7D/TM
May 22 – Birmingham, AL – Avondale Brewing Company – F/TM
May 24 – Tampa, FL – Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Event Center – F/TM

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