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Q&A: Steven Wilson Permanently Reconfigures Prog

August 20, 2018

Prog visionary Steven Wilson tackles boundaries, pop music, and extreme metal in new interview with Decibel.

Ozzy Osbourne Graces the Cover of Decibel’s October Issue

August 16, 2018

After 14 years, the Ozzman finally cometh to the cover of Decibel! We have a limited number of advance copies of the October issue of Decibel available now. Have at it!

Five Can’t-Miss Sets at Psycho Las Vegas 2018

August 15, 2018

Psycho Las Vegas returns this weekend. Here are Decibel‘s most-anticipated performances of the fest.

Interview: Waking the Cadaver Vocalist on Reunion, New Music and Memes

August 14, 2018

Waking the Cadaver vocalist Don Campan speaks on the band’s reunion, upcoming show, new music and the “shredded wheat” meme.

Q&A: GosT & Baalberith Possess New Horrors

August 13, 2018

GosT’s Baalberith talks new album “Possessor,” Satanic Panic, and his future as a synthwave artist.

FLASH SALE! 20% Off ALL Shirts and Books This Weekend ONLY!

August 10, 2018

Choosing Death, Black Metal: The Cult Never Dies Vol 1, Swedish Death Metal, Extremity Retained and all Decibel Tour and Decibel Metal & Beer Fest t-shirts are 20% off from now until Sunday at Midnight EST!

Track Premiere: Outer Heaven – ‘Bloodspire’

August 7, 2018

Outer Heaven emerge from the backwoods of Pennsylvania to deliver “Bloodspire,” the first track from their Realms of Eternal Decay full-length.

High on Fire Announce “Electric Messiah” Album; Title Track Streaming

August 6, 2018

Stoner metal kings High on Fire announce new album Electric Messiah and pay tribute to Lemmy on the title track.

Track Premiere: Sumac – “Attis’ Blade’

August 1, 2018

Check out the latest mind-blowing track from power trio/underground supergroup SUMAC.

Hear Exclusive New Septic Tank Song “Burning Bridges” Via Decibel Flexi Series

July 26, 2018

Hear and acquire this ultra-rare Septic Tank flexi disc single, featuring an exclusive new track recorded by current and ex-members of Napalm Death, Cathedral, Repulsion and With the Dead, right here.

In Memory of Metalocalypse Director Jon Schnepp (1967-2018)

July 21, 2018

Jon Schnepp, who wrote for and directed episodes of animated television series Metalocalypse died Thursday after recently suffering a stroke.

Is YOUR Decibel Subscription Up to Date?

July 20, 2018

Catch up on all the latest and greatest stories about all of your favorite bands along with additional monthly vinyl flexis featuring exclusive tracks not available anywhere else!

FLASH SALE! All Decibel Back Issues 50% Off ($3.00) Through Sunday!

July 13, 2018

Over 100 back issues in the Decibel webstore are on sale now for just $3.00 each! Hurry, sale ends Sunday at midnight EST.

Full Album Stream: Firtan – “Okeanos”

July 9, 2018

Listen to German atmospheric black metallers Firtan’s stunning new album “Okeanos”.

Septic Tank to Release Exclusive New Track via Decibel Flexi Series!

July 5, 2018

Former and current members of Napalm Death, Repulsion and Cathedral are welcomed back to the Decibel Flexi Series. Be sure to get a deluxe Decibel subscription by Monday, July 9th at 10am EST to get this exclusive single.

Decibel Metal & Beer Fest: LOS ANGELES Announced, First Wave of Bands Revealed

June 25, 2018

Headliners include thrash legends Testament, who will play a special set of both their classic “The New Order” and “The Gathering” records in full, along with the Tom Gabriel Fischer-led Triptykon performing a special all-Celtic Frost set.

Pantera Drummer Vinnie Paul Dead at 54

June 23, 2018

Legendary drummer Vinnie Paul, best known for his work with Pantera, died yesterday at 54.

Interview: Nasum Celebrate 20th Anniversary of “Inhale/Exhale”

June 19, 2018

Nasum drummer Anders Jakobson discusses the grindcore legends’ debut full-length, Inhale/Exhale.