Discussion Topics: -Denis Stoff speaks about Asking Alexandria issues -AI rock band The Velvet Sundown is awful -Glastonbury Festival rejects political movement -Former I Prevail singer Brian Burkheiser speaks about leaving -New Deftones coming sooner than later -Green Day gets trolled on stage -Vince Neil embarrasses himself (again) -Upcoming tours/albums/more.
SONG OF THE WEEK: Shadow Of Intent “The Facets of Propaganda”
Shadow Of Intent “The Facets of Propaganda”
“Everybody wants a piece of humble pie apparently, as ex-Asking Alexandria frontman Dennis Stoff fires off on Instagram about the band’s recent shoddy performance at Warped Tour, and the fact that they – according to Stoff – owe him $5,000,000 in unpaid royalties. Dennis Stoff was a member of Asking Alexandria from 2015 to 2016, through the duration of their The Black record. Current vocalist Danny Worsnop fronted the band from 2008 until 2015 before leaving for almost two years and rejoining in 2016. Dennis Stoff was the frontman during this time.” (Metal Injection)
“Rock star autobiographies have become a compelling subgenre, offering fans an unfiltered look into the chaos, creativity, and personal struggles behind the music. Rob Halford’s “Confess” stands out as a deeply honest and graphic memoir, detailing his journey as the legendary Judas Priest frontman while navigating his identity as a gay man in the heavy metal world. Halford’s candid storytelling covers everything from his rise to fame and personal battles with addiction to his eventual coming out and redemption, all delivered with his trademark wit and humor. Mötley Crüe’s “The Dirt” is notorious for its raw, multi-perspective narrative, revealing the band’s wild excesses—sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll—alongside moments of vulnerability, loss, and unexpected maturity. The book’s shock value and inside gossip make it a must-read for anyone fascinated by the decadent underbelly of 1980s rock culture. In contrast, Corey Taylor’s “You’re Making Me Hate You” offers a sharply comedic and irreverent take on modern society, blending biting social commentary with the unique perspective of Slipknot’s outspoken frontman. Taylor’s rants about technology, etiquette, and the absurdities of contemporary life are as entertaining as they are thought-provoking, making his memoir a fresh entry in the genre. Together, these books exemplify how rock star autobiographies go beyond backstage stories, providing readers with raw confessions, cultural critiques, and the human stories behind the legends.”
The deathcore resurgence that has become a big thing in the last few years has another strong entry with Imperium Delirium. The symphonic and theatrical elements are not over the top or take too much attention away from the band, and I think that’s to Shadow Of Intent’s credit because they definitely showcase a lot of skill. Ben’s vocals and growls all sound clear and ferocious. You can tell there was some time spent on perfecting that along with the technical guitar playing which has highlights through the 55-minute runtime. Adding Corpsegrinder to a symphonic deathmetal style for a song was also a stroke of genius. This album is as heavy as it is dark. You can get exhausted and overwhelmed with so much going on at any minute. You aren’t given a rest and you lose your senses after a bit. Shadow Of Intent aren’t interested in giving a breather though. Not only will Shadow Of Intent fans dig this, deathcore fans in general have a lot to get behind with Imperium Delirium. 8/10
Shadow Of Intent – Imperium Delirium | Album Review
“Feeding The Meatgrinder” (ft. Corpsegrinder)
“Mechanical Chaos”
“Shadow of Intent is an American deathcore band from Connecticut. They formed in 2013 as a Halo-themed studio project by Ben Duerr and Chris Wiseman. They are not signed to a label and have released all their albums independently. “ (Wiki)
Discussion Topics: –Brent Hinds goes hard on leaving Mastodon and calls them $#1+ –Danny Worsnop and Asking Alexandria getting heat online for Warped Tour performance –The Adler Brothers still don’t talk to each other after Chris Adler left Lamb Of God -Muse returns at HELLFEST with new single; are they still a big name? –Sleep Token to be in Death Stranding 2 -Live Aid 1985 almost didn’t have Queen? -Upcoming albums/tours/more
Asking Alexandria performance at Warped Tour DC 2025
“Hinds has never made a public comment about what happened or how he feels about his split with Mastodon… though a comment on a recent Mastodon Instagram post about Once More ‘Round The Sun turning 10 certainly sheds some light on that. One fan commented that “Halloween” is their favorite track on the record and that they’ll miss Hinds being in the band. Hinds responded: “I want [sic] miss being in a shit band with horrible humans.” So I’m guessing this split wasn’t exactly amicable.” (Metal Injection)
Discussion Topics: –Warped Tour Recap with footage and photos –Download Fest was a massive success (Sleep Token, Korn, President debut) -Sleep Theory experience nightmare with crowd –Hatebreed‘s Wayne Lozinak off the road due to tumor –Amigo The Devil GoFundMe -Upcoming tours/albums/more
Bowling For Soup + Phineas and Ferb at WARPED TOUR 2025
Dani Filth proposing to his partner Sofiya at Download Festival 14/06/25
“The Warped Tour DC 2025 delivered an electrifying weekend packed with standout performances from some of the biggest names in punk, rock, and alternative music. Fans at the RFK Campus were treated to sets by headliners like Avril Lavigne, All Time Low, and MGK, who brought high energy and crowd-pleasing hits to the stage. The lineup also featured fan favorites such as Bowling for Soup, Asking Alexandria, Simple Plan, and Boys Like Girls, each delivering memorable shows that kept the festival atmosphere buzzing. Hardcore and metalcore enthusiasts enjoyed powerful performances from August Burns Red, Ice Nine Kills, and We Came As Romans, while ska and punk legends like Less Than Jake, Pennywise, and Streetlight Manifesto kept the mosh pits alive. With additional sets from artists like The Maine, Motion City Soundtrack, State Champs, and Silverstein, Warped Tour proved to be an unforgettable celebration of live music and community for fans of all ages.” (Wiki/Press Release)
The Podcast That Rocked for 6/11/25. Jared Leto accused of SA by nine women, Back To The Beginning festival issues, and more.
The Podcast That Rocked on YouTube
The Podcast That Rocked on Spotify
Discussion Topics: –Jared Leto accused of SA by nine women; Denies all accusations -RIP Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys -Back To The Beginning drama with Sharon Osborne, TOOL, and other issues -Bella Perron of Plush leaves the group after discovering AI use –Jen Majura (formerly of Evanescence) leaving the music industry –Sleep Token debut new stage design and masks at Rock Im Park -Warped Tour DC 2025 is this weekend and I’m not ready -Upcoming albums, tours, more
“Multiple women have accused Jared Leto of impropriety, with some calling the 53-year-old actor and musician’s behavior “predatory, terrifying and unacceptable”. In a new report by Air Mail on Saturday, nine women have come forward to accuse Leto of engaging in inappropriate behavior over the years, including flirting with teenagers.” (The Guardian)
Rock & Metal Bands Are Using AI For Everything
Which METALLICA Album Is Better? St. Anger VS Lulu
Turnstile has grown from Glow On’s breakout success and made their next big step. Focusing on Never Enough as an individual album was a joy and is an early contender for best summer album of 2025. After the sweet, soft title track, you get knocked around by “Sole” and that is the best one-two punch to get you amped up for a new Turnstile release. It’s an album filled with big hits and surprises, along with a range of speed and tone all executed well. The slower, mellow moments are what will surprise newer fans and set a strong vibe. The bass lines and guitar melodies are all layered perfectly, again this is the summer album of 2025. Never Enough is a change from Glow On, and for many listeners it will be more than enough. 8/10
Album Review
Turnstile “Never Enough”
Turnstile “Seein’ Stars”/”Birds”
“Never Enough is the fourth studio album by American hardcore punk band Turnstile, released on June 6, 2025, through Roadrunner Records. It serves as a follow-up to the band’s previous studio album Glow On. It is their first album to feature guitarist Meg Mills following founding member Brady Ebert’s 2022 departure.” (Wiki)
CREEPER Tease Next Era With Video For “Headstones”
New Album Sanguivore II: Mistress Of Death Coming 2025
May 30 saw CREEPER bring the curtain down on the critically-acclaimedSANGUIVOREera with a phenomenal performance of the album at a sold-out, intimate KOKO show. And, as has become custom in theCREEPERworld, they ended this chapter by unveiling a look ahead to their next — this time by introducing a new character, the Mistress of Death, during a vampiric horror short film.
Now,CREEPER take a blood-soaked step towards their new album Sanguivore II: Mistress Of Death(coming later this year) by sharing the new single “HEADSTONES.” Watch the video here.
“HEADSTONES” sees CREEPERcome roaring out of the gate with a whirlwind of classic thrash riffs and pummeling punk rhythms before soaring into a characteristically larger-than-life arena-ready hook. It also brings in exhilarating sonic elements, such as dueling, Judas Priest-style guitar solos from co-founder and lead guitarist Ian Miles and guitarist Lawrie Pattison, while Hannah Hermione brings gothic x gospel vocal harmonies. Its lyrics dive deeper in the band’s fascination with vampire mythology, with William Von Ghould‘s playful innuendo delivering arguably one of the greatest vampire songs ever written.
The track was produced by Tom Dalgety(Ghost, Rammstein, The Damned) who helped CREEPER bring their most theatrical and unhinged excesses to the fore.
William Von Ghould says, “‘Headstones’ is the first glimpse into Sanguivore II: Mistress of Death. Set in a blood-drenched vision of the 1980s, it follows a vampire rock band on a tour soaked in violence and excess. It features some of our heaviest and most theatrical guitar work yet, echoing Iron Maiden, with Lawrie Pattison and Ian Miles trading solos in the bridge. It’s also the fastest single we’ve released in years.
“Lyrically, it sets the stage for what’s to come in the album’s narrative, exploring the dark perils of rock ‘n’ roll, sins of the flesh, and pure evil. This is the band at its most over-the-top and unashamedly dramatic. But as our hero Jim Steinman once said, ‘Sometimes going all the way is just the start.'”
The accompanying video for “HEADSTONES” sees CREEPER channel the ferocity and charisma of their renowned live show and also underlines their future festival-headlining potential. William Von Ghouldconducts the chaos from center stage, while his bandmates run riot and pyros detonate.
After Kerrang!observed thatCREEPER’s KOKO show “evidently attracted the most ardent members of their already deeply devoted fanbase,” the band have plenty more to come on the road this year. Their summer festival dates include Bloodstock, Rock am Park/Rock im Ring, and Graspop Metal Meeting. Autumn then brings a UK and European tour as special guests to Ice Nine Kills which culminates at the OVO Arena Wembley on December 12.
Their UK dates are listed below; please see HERE for all international dates.
AUGUST: 8/9 — Derbyshire, UK — Bloodstock
WITH ICE NINE KILLS: 12/8 — Manchester, UK — O2 Victoria Warehouse 12/9 — Glasgow, SCT — OVO Hydro 12/10 — Nottingham, UK — Motorpoint Arena 12/12 — London, UK — Ovo Arena Wembley
Groove Metal Unit ALIEN WEAPONRY Teams Up With Lamb of God’s Randy Blythe in New “Taniwha” Music Video
Fall 2025 USA Support Tour with Headliners Avatar Announced
New Album, Te Rā, Out Now via Napalm Records | Order NOW
“Alien Weaponry are back with a vengeance…” – Revolver Magazine
“…Alien Weaponry’s fusion of rage, culture and melody meshes so effectively you could catch sharks in its net.” – Kerrang!
“…New Zealand’s hottest property is still getting hotter, and “Te Rā” is the perfect blend of neck-wrecking heaviness and atmospheric magic.” – Blabbermouth
New Zealand’s ALIEN WEAPONRY recently released their head-turning third album, Te Rā, via Napalm Records! Today, swiftly following the announcement of their upcoming USA tour supporting Avatar with fellow openers SpiritWorld, the band has dropped a brand new music video for album single “Taniwha”, featuring an intense guest appearance from metal icon Randy Blythe (Lamb Of God).
In the video, the modern groove metal trio find themselves face to face with puppet masters of corporate greed and overconsumption, providing a thought-provoking backdrop to one of the album’s most aggressive, death-metal leaning offerings.
Watch the video below, and make sure to check out the band’s upcoming USA tour dates, starting November 5, 2025 in Phoenix, AZ!
ALIEN WEAPONRY says about the “Taniwha” video: “We are super excited to share something we have been working on for a while. We felt honored to have the opportunity to collaborate with the mighty Randy Blythe on our song ‘Taniwha’ off of our latest album, so it only made sense to have him be a part of the music video too!
We wanted to create something special for this one, and we are stoked with how it turned out!”
ALIEN WEAPONRY – Taniwha feat. Randy Blythe (Official Video)
ALIEN WEAPONRY USA 2025 Tour Dates: Supporting Avatar w/ SpiritWorld 11/5 Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren 11/6 San Diego, CA @ The Observatory – North Park 11/7 Riverside, CA @ Riverside Municipal Auditorium 11/8 Las Vegas, NV @ Brooklyn Bowl 11/10 Seattle, WA @ Moore Theater 11/11 Portland, OR @ Roseland Theatre 11/12 Garden City, ID @ Revolution Concert House 11/14 Salt Lake City, UT @ The Union Event Center 11/15 Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium 11/17 Minneapolis, MN @ Fillmore 11/18 Madison, WI @ The Sylvee 11/20 Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore Detroit 11/21 Pittsburgh, PA @ Stage AE 11/22 Columbus, OH @ KEMBA Live! 11/23 Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore Silver Spring 11/25 Huntington, NY @ Paramount 11/26 Boston, MA @ House of Blues 11/28 Allentown, PA @ Archer Music Hall 11/29 Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore Charlotte 11/30 Louisville, KY @ Old Forester’s Paristown Hall 12/2 Chicago, IL @ Riviera Theater 12/4 Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works 12/6 Tulsa, OK @ Tulsa Theater 12/7 Dallas, TX @ House of Blues
ALIEN WEAPONRY EUROPE 2026 Tour Dates: Supporting Avatar 2/5 Stockholm, Sweden @ Fallan 2/7 Helsinki, Finland @ Kultturilato 2/9 Oslo, Norway @ Sentrum Scene 2/10 Copenhagen, Denmark @ Vega 2/11 Osnabrück, Germany @ Die Botschaft 2/12 Brussels, Belgium @ A.B. 2/14 London, UK @ Exhibition 2/15 Manchester, UK @ Academy 2/16 Glasgow, UK @ Barrowland 2/17 Nottingham, UK @ Rock City 2/18 Bristol, UK @ O2 Academy 2/20 Amsterdam, Netherlands @ Afas Live 2/21 Esch-Sur-Alzette, Luxembourg @ Rockhal 2/22 Zurich, Switzerland @ Komplex 2/24 Barcelona, Spain @ Razzmatazz 2/25 Madrid, Spain @ La Riviera 2/27 Lisbon, Portugal @ Lav 2/28 Bilbao, Spain @ Santana 27 3/2 Lyon, France @ Le Cube 3/3 Milan, Italy @ Alcatraz 3/4 Vienna, Austria @ Gasometer 3/5 Munich, Germany @ Tonhalle 3/6 Cologne, Germany @ E-Werk 3/7 Paris, France @ Le Zenith 3/9 Wiesbaden, Germany @ Schlachthof 3/10 Zlin, Czech Republic @ Sports Hall Datart 3/11 Warsaw, Poland @ Stodola 3/12 Berlin, Germany @ Columbiahalle 3/13 Hamburg, Germany @ Docks
The Podcast That Rocked for 6/4/25. Shaun Morgan’s seven-year-old child removed during Seether concert, Sleep Token is not Blackface, more.
SEETHER VS Security – Shaun Morgan’s 7-Year-Old Kicked Out?! | The Podcast That Rocked on YouTube
SEETHER VS Security – Shaun Morgan’s 7-Year-Old Kicked Out?! | The Podcast That Rocked on Spotify
Discussion Topics: -Tulsa Casino remove Shaun Morgan’s child during Seether performance, Seether responds –Sleep Token accused of Blackface (it’s not) by Kali Uchis –Shirley Manson interview goes for the throat -Ministry announces farewell -Stray From The Path end career with Clockworked -Gene Simmons sold his mansion -Upcoming albums, tours, and more
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“Seether’s May 29th performance at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Tulsa, OK took an unexpected detour when frontman Shaun Morgan called out venue security over the removal of his 7-year-old daughter from the stage during the set. Given the casino setting, the venue enforces a strict 21+ policy—something that seemingly extended beyond the gaming floor and bar area last night, leading to a heated moment in front of a packed crowd. According to fan accounts and footage, Morgan’s daughter was standing side-stage with credentials when she was removed by a member of the venue staff. While not in a public area of the casino, the underage policy apparently extended to the stage itself. The decision didn’t sit well with Morgan, who stopped the show and tore into security before launching into a particularly scathing version of “Remedy”. (The Mosh Network)
Seether Remedy Remix Security Dis Track Version (Little Tiny D**ks)
