Ten years ago today Slayer’s iconic guitarist and songwriter Jeff Hanneman died. Just days before we were set to go to the print, we scrapped the planned issue and instead printed a nine-page tribute to Hanneman. Here it is.

The latest from heavy psych band Kanaan, Downpour, is out May 5 via Jansen Records, but you can hear it with us first.   

Hear Pittsburgh noise/math maniacs Microwaves do that voodoo that they do in their new video for “Regular Magic.”

It’s puck and ball torture for Boston, but not for Lyon grind duo Warfuck.

Our interview with guitarist Yegor Savonin, where he tells us about the band, its new album, and how the noise all comes together.

Swiss heavy metallers Burning Witches discuss their new album.

New England’s The Infinity Ring share track by track commentary about their new Profound Lore-released LP, Nemesis & Nativity.

Wiseacre Brewing Company’s Bow Echo Hazy IPA is bright, like a warm hug, and can turn your day around instantly.

This week’s list of new releases includes the latest masterworks from Enforced, Runemagick, Fires in the Distance and more!

Get your deluxe Decibel subscription by Monday, May 1 to obtain this HIGHLY LIMITED flexi disc EP from Richmond hardcore crushers Under Attack.