Yuma bred metalcore band SAMSARA has officially joined the roster of revered independent label Innerstrength Records, joining other rising acts like 156/Silence, Sunlight’s Bane and Machinist among others.  

GODSMACK, the multi-platinum band who recently had to postpone their fall European tour due to the unexpected death of the son of guitarist Tony Rombola, have announced plans for a 20-date trek in 2019. The tour is set to kick off on February 27 in London with Like A Storm confirmed as direct support.  

The upcoming OZZFEST New Year’s Eve celebration has expanded its headlining bill of some of the greatest names in rock to include a second (outdoor) stage. Concert-goers will now have 10 hours of entertainment before they ring in the New Year. Set for Monday, December 31 at The Forum in Los Angeles, OZZFEST will kick off with live music at 2:30 PM with sets from Zakk Sabbath, Devildriver and Wednesday 13 on the outdoor stage. Early concert-goers will also get to sip cocktails while also enjoying offerings from a variety of food trucks which will be set-up throughout the outdoor performance area, all available for purchase. Food choices include Mess Hall Canteen, Burger Monster, The Viking Truck, The Coconut... 

On March 29th, Whitechapel will release their 7th full-length, The Valley, via Metal Blade Records. Produced once again by Mark Lewis (Cannibal Corpse, The Black Dahlia Murder) and featuring artwork by Branca Studio, The Valley is a reference to the part of Hardin Valley (west of Knoxville, Tennessee) where vocalist Phil Bozeman grew up.  

Dynamite is partnering with Groupees to offer a curated selection of digital comics as well as physical goodies for great low prices to slip in your treat bag. Fans can choose from several tiers to fit their budget and desires – including FREE comics!  

The video weaves an emotional story that perfectly accompanies the themes of the track, speaking on the story and the song, Jonathan said  

36 Crazyfists frontman Brock Lindow has launched a new clothing line entitled “Son Of The North.”  

New crossover board game, conceived by Sony and IDW, to headline extensive plan to develop games for both franchises in 2019.  

On October 13-18, 2019, DragonForce will join Megacruise, which departs from Los Angeles, CA and boasts a line-up of Megadeth, Anthrax, Testament, Corrosion of Conformity, Devildriver, Doro, Armored Saint, John 5, Metal Church, and many more artists!  

American death metal icons CANNIBAL CORPSE will close out the year with a final US headlining tour. The journey will commence on November 2nd in Columbia, South Carolina and wind its way through over two dozen cities by its conclusion December 6th in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Support will be provided by Hate Eternal and labelmates Harm’s Way. See all confirmed dates below.  

In anticipation of next summer’s big-screen blockbuster, Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Legendary Comics announces the thrilling companion graphic novel GODZILLA: AFTERSHOCK, written by Arvid Nelson, with art by Drew Edward Johnson. Continuing the story of 2014’s Godzilla after the catastrophic events in San Francisco, the King of the Monsters finds himself once again threatened as a terrifying new foe rises from the depths of the earth, unleashing a series of devasting earthquakes and driven by an unstoppable primal instinct that will test the King of Monsters like never before.  

The complete MEGALOBOX anime series (subtitled) is now available to stream! Catch the 13-episode series on viz.com, or on partner platforms VUDU, Tubi.TV, and Hulu! In addition, MEGALOBOX airs on PlutoTV 7PM EST and PST Monday through Friday with a two-hour block playing on the weekends.