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R.I.P. Bob Fouts (1974-2020) (The Gates of Slumber & Chrome Waves)
April 29, 2020 Albert Mudrian
Ex-the Gates of Slumber and Chrome Waves drummer Bob Fouts passes away at 45.
Deadguy Release Trailer for ‘Killing Music’ Documentary, Discuss Shows, New Material
April 16, 2020 Albert Mudrian
Legendary metallic hardcore heroes Deadguy unleash new documentary trailer, plot return to active duty on the doom patrol.
Lamb of God Grace the Cover of Decibel’s June Issue
April 16, 2020 Albert Mudrian
We have a limited number of advance copies of the June issue of Decibel, featuring an exclusive Graf Orlock X-ray picture flexi disc, available now. Don’t blow it.
Enslaved Grace the Cover of Decibel’s May Issue
March 18, 2020 Albert Mudrian
We have a limited number of advance copies of the May issue of Decibel, featuring an exclusive Cirith Ungol flexi disc, available now. Don’t blow it.
Decibel Magazine Tour Cancelled Due to Covid-19 (Coronavirus) Concerns
March 12, 2020 Albert Mudrian
For ticket refunds, please inquire at point of purchase. Thanks for your understanding and support of Mayhem, Abbath, Gatecreeper, Idle Hands and Decibel.
Mayhem Drummer Hellhammer to Miss Decibel Tour, Tony Laureano (Dimmu Borgir, Nile, ect) to Fill In
March 10, 2020 Albert Mudrian
Due to a severe shoulder inflammation Mayhem drummer Hellhammer will be replaced by Tony Laureano (Dimmu Borgir, Nile) on the ninth annual Decibel Magazine Tour.
50 More Two-Day “Metal & Beer” Tickets Released for Metal & Beer Fest Philly!
February 11, 2020 Albert Mudrian
We sold out of the first 600 two-day passes on Friday, but we opened up 50 more last night. Don’t blow this second chance to indulge in pours from 20 breweries at Metal & Beer Fest Philly!
Lamb of God Reveal New Single “Checkmate,” May 8 Release Date For First New LP in Five Years
February 6, 2020 Albert Mudrian
Lamb of God‘s first new release in five years and the first to feature new drummer Art Cruz now has a single and a release date.
Dying Fetus, Ringworm and Genocide Pact Announced for Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer PRE-FEST
January 17, 2020 Albert Mudrian
Get tickets NOW to see Dying Fetus, Ringworm and Genocide Pact demolish the Foundry in Philadelphia on Thursday, April 2 as part of the Metal & Beer Fest official PRE-FEST!
Rush Drummer Neil Peart Dead at 67
January 10, 2020 Albert Mudrian
Decibel is deeply saddened to report the death of Canadian rock icon and former Rush drummer Neil Peart.
Temple of Void to Release “Ravenous Eyes in the Distance” Via the Decibel Flexi Series!
January 3, 2020 Albert Mudrian
Get your deluxe Decibel subscription by Monday, January 6 to obtain this HIGHLY LIMITED flexi disc single from death-doom dealers Temple of Void.
Haunt Grace the February Decibel Cover!
December 17, 2019 Albert Mudrian
We have a limited number of advance copies of the February issue of Decibel, featuring an exclusive Trappist picture flexi disc, available now. Don’t blow it.
Mayhem and Abbath Announced for 2020 Decibel Magazine Tour!
November 4, 2019 Albert Mudrian
Tickets for the 2020 Decibel Magazine Tour go on sale Friday, November 8 at 10 AM local time. More acts to be announced in December!
Abbath, Idle Hands & More Breweries Added to Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest: Philly
October 30, 2019 Albert Mudrian
DISCOUNTED early bird discounted weekend passes for Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest: Philly are ON SALE NOW. Don’t miss out!
Carcass to Release First New Song in Six Years Via the Decibel Flexi Series!
October 25, 2019 Albert Mudrian
A brand new Carcass song, “Under the Scalpel Blade” is coming to the Decibel Flexi Series. You’ll need an active deluxe Decibel subscription by Monday, November 4 at 12pm EST if you want one.
Cattle Decapitation Dominate the December Decibel Cover!
October 18, 2019 Albert Mudrian
We have a limited number of advance copies of the December issue of Decibel, featuring a flexi disc with an exclusive new previously unreleased track from Entombed A.D., available now. Don’t blow it.
‘No Celebration: The Official Story of Paradise Lost’ To Be Published via Decibel Books! Pre-Orders Available NOW!
October 11, 2019 Albert Mudrian
Pre-order a copy of ‘No Celebration: The Official Story of Paradise Lost’ hardcover, strictly limited to 1,000 copies worldwide.
Gatecreeper Dominate the Cover of Decibel’s November Issue
September 17, 2019 Albert Mudrian
We have a limited number of advance copies of the November issue of Decibel, featuring a flexi disc with an exclusive new previously unreleased track from Opeth, available now. Don’t blow it.
Opeth to Release Exclusive New Track “Cirkelns Riktnin” via Decibel Flexi Series!
August 23, 2019 Albert Mudrian
Get your deluxe Decibel subscription by September 4 to obtain this HIGHLY LIMITED flexi disc single from legendary Swedes Opeth!
Carcass, Intronaut, Xibalba Added to Final Lineup of Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest LA 2019, All Tickets on Sale Now
August 19, 2019 Albert Mudrian
All ticket options (including a “Metal & Beer” ticket limited to 500 tickets, which gives you access to pours from all of the breweries) are ON SALE NOW! For tickets and daily line-ups, click here!
Opeth Grace the Cover of Decibel’s 15th Anniversary Issue
August 16, 2019 Albert Mudrian
We have a limited number of advance copies of the 15th anniversary issue of Decibel, featuring a flexi disc with an exclusive new track from Gatecreeper, available now. Don’t blow it.
Gatecreeper Announce New LP, First Single ‘Boiled Over’
August 7, 2019 Albert Mudrian
Deserted is the title of the forthcoming sophomore LP from Arizona dry-heat death dealers Gatecreeper.
More Breweries for Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest: LA Announced, Discounted Early-Bird Ticket Sale Ends Soon!
July 26, 2019 Albert Mudrian
Metal Monkey (IL), Societe (CA), Modern Times (CA) and Brimming Horn Meadery (DE) join a murders row of brewtality this December in California.
Founding Drummer Des Kensel Leaves High on Fire
July 25, 2019 Decibel Magazine
After a 21-year run with the metal heroes, Des Kensel is officially out of High on Fire.
Q&A: London May On His New Black Metal Comedy “Brutal Realty, Inc.” and What Hardcore Taught Him
July 19, 2019 Justin Norton
Former DC hardcore hero London May on his new “black metal comedy” Brutal Realty, Inc.
Brit Doom Metallers Godthrymm Sign to Profound Lore
July 8, 2019 Decibel Magazine
Godthrymm are no longer doom metal’s best unsigned band.
Help Dropdead Replace their Stolen Van By Purchasing ‘Demo 2019’
June 18, 2019 Neill Jameson
You can help powerviolence legends Dropdead and hear some of their best materials in years.
First Wave of Bands & Breweries Announced for Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest: LA 2019
June 17, 2019 Albert Mudrian
The second iteration of California’s heaviest and hoppiest festival returns in December with rare appearances from Possessed, Vio-lence, Nails, Cadaver, Schammasch and waaaaaaay more!
Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine Confirms Throat Cancer Diagnosis
June 17, 2019 Emily Bellino
Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine confirms that he has been diagnosed with throat cancer.
Cave In Bassist Caleb Scofield Honored On Cover of July Decibel
May 17, 2019 Decibel Magazine
We have a limited number of advance copies of the July issue of Decibel, featuring a flexi disc with a brand new song from False, available now.