Heavy Music is Our Bloodline
FALKOR by the nu-metal band SAYDIE delves into themes of grief and suicide, reflecting on the consequences of such actions. SAYDIE, led by Kat Taylor, has been a key player in the Philippine metal scene for over a decade and is now poised to expand its music beyond familiar territories. For updates, follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
PULP SUMMERSLAM, dubbed as the longest-running metal festival in Southeast Asia, returns with "XX: WORLDS COLLIDE" featuring headliner PARKWAY DRIVE from Australia. Other acts include STORY OF THE YEAR, LA DISPUTE, and more. Ticket prices range from Php1,500 to Php10,000. For updates, visit PULP Live World's social media pages and pulp.ph.
GATECREEPER plans to launch a 2024 tour in Asia and Australia, as announced on their Facebook page. See tour details on their official account.
Former SLAYER guitarist Kerry King begins solo career with "From Hell I Rise," featuring Mark Osegueda, Phil Demmel, Kyle Sanders, and Paul Bostaph. Debut single "Idle Hands" now streaming.
Metallica won 'Best Metal Performance' at the 2024 Grammy Awards for "72 Seasons". Bassist Robert Trujillo emphasized inspiring youth to pursue music.
In a recent interview with El Planeta Del Rock, Emperor's lead vocalist Ihsahn expressed doubt about a potential reunion with Samoth, stating that it would require extraordinary circumstances. He also questioned the possibility of surpassing nostalgic expectations with a reunion album, citing the rarity of such occurrences in music. (Word count: 49)
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