In May 2018, US post-metal band Intronaut parted ways with their drummer, Danny Walker, citing “recent activity that we as individuals have zero tolerance for” as the impetus for the split. In his own statement, Walker, who has also performed with Cephalic Carnage, O Zorn!, Phobia, Teeth, and numerous others, acknowledged “serious allegations” of him “being a woman beater” – that is, accusations of physical assault made by his ex-girlfriend.

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As part of their next music output Year Of The Demon, the Southern California's heavy metallers Night Demon present a new single and video, their version of Thin Lizzy's classic "The Sun Goes Down". Year Of The Demon compilation album comes out on March 25th, 2022.

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Down guitarist Kirk Windstein recently gave Metal Injection an update on the covers EP that they were working on over a year ago, and also talked a little bit about the possibility of a new full-length album of original material, which they haven't released since 2007's Down III: Over The Under. Over the last 15 years, the band have put out just two EPs: Down IV Part I - The Purple EP (2012) and Down IV - Part Two (2014).

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Viikate, a heavy metal collective from Finland, confirmed that their original drummer Simeoni "Simo" Viikate has been forced to step down due to health problems. He is replaced by Miitri Aaltonen, who will already be involved in the band's upcoming fourteenth studio album recordings.

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German power metal crusaders Brainstorm confirmed that their long-time bassist Antonio Ieva has decided to leave the ranks due promotion at his work. He was part of the band for the last 15 years and contributed his share on several released records.

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Swedish progressive outfit Soen have released the song "Igniter" exclusively as download via this link. The song was mixed by David Castillo, mastered by Tony Lindgren, and the cover design is by Enrique Zabala. A teaser is streaming below.

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Melodic death metal bringers Burn Down Eden are excited to announce the signing with Los Angeles based label Seek And Strike for a worldwide partnership. To celebrate this huge step, Germans share a brand new video for the title track of their upcoming EP Sermonize.

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Heavy Pettin', a British heavy metal/hard rock outfit, announced that their bassist Jez Parry has decided to step down after 4 years (more can be read below). The search for the new bass player has begun.

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As part of their next studio album The Monster Roars (out on January 14th, 2022 // SPV Records), British rock icons Magnum put out a lyric video for the new single "I Won't Let You Down".

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Canadian thrash legends Annihilator have released a video for a re-recorded version of one of their songs, "Downright Dominate", which features Dave Lombardo (formerly of Slayer) on drums and Stu Block (formerly of Iced Earth) on vocals. This track will appear on Metal II, an almost completely re-recorded version of their 2007 album Metal, which will be released on February 18th, 2022 via earMusic.

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Tech death metal operatives from Finland ​Omnivortex revealed that vocalist Niko Lindman has decided to step down as the lead vocalist due to schedule issues. The main frontman-helm will be taken over by lead guitarist Severi Saarioja alongside with drummer Aaro Koskinen, with the two sharing vocal duties.

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"A Dying Crown", a brand new massive tune from Majestic Downfall's forthcoming Aorta record, has premiered online. The Mexican death doom duo will put the new outing on May 21 through Personal Records.

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This June, Van Canto will return with the new studio album To The Power Of Eight. Today, the band premiere their first single "Falling Down", accompanied by official music video.

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International black metal project Sojourner revealed that their member Mike Wilson has decided to step down as a bass player. Living in New Zealand, Mike has been dealing unavoidably (and unfortunately unsuccessful) with all the restrictions, therefore spending too much time apart from the rest of the group. Scotty Lodge will replace him as the new permanent member.

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System Of A Down premiere their new official video for one of the recently released songs, "Genocidal Humanoidz". The clip was directed by the band's bassist Shavo Odadjian and Adam Mason.

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