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Deadland Ritual have announced two headline dates in the UK during the summer. The band will now play Islington O2 Academy in London on June 13 and The Garage in Glasgow two days later. They’ll also be on the bill for the Download Festival on June 14. Deadland Ritual features Geezer Butler (bass), Franky Perez […]
The Bloodstock Open Air Festival have just added eight more names to the bill. Krysthla will play on the Ronnie James Dio Stage on August 10, while All Hail The Yeti play on the same stage next day.. Barbarian Hermit, Blind River, Footprints In The Custard and Ten Ton Slug are all due to appear […]
A further three names have been added to the bill for the Ramblin’ Man Fair at Mote Park in Maidstone. Both the Temperance Movement and Ugly Kid Joe have been confirmed for the main stage on July 20, while Everlast is to play the blues stage on July 21. The festival happens from July 19-21, […]
Skunk Anansie have added more UK dates to their upcoming 25th anniversary tour. With previously announced shows in London, Manchester and Bristol having already sold out, the band will now also be appearing at Brighton Centre August 26, Bournemouth O2 Academy 27, Cambridge Corn Exchange 28, Leeds O2 Academy 30, Glasgow O2 Academy 31, Newcastle […]
A fund has been set up in tribute to Bernie Tormé, who died on March 17. This has been set by the guitarist’s family, in lieu being sent to his funeral. The money will be sent to Guy’s And St. Thomas’ Hospital in London. In a statement, Tormé’s family say: “The family would like to […]
Machine are to celebrate the 25th anniversary of debut album ‘Burn My Eyes’ later in the year. This will be see mainman Robb Flynn reuniting with guitarist Logan Mader and drummer Chris Kontos for a series of shows; current bassist Jared MacEachern will also be involved. A European tour will start in early October, and […]
Devin Townsend has announced that Haken will be open for him on his UK/European tour at the end of the year. Commenting on this, Haken say: “We are beyond excited to have been invited along to support one of our all-time favourite artists, Mr. Devin Townsend, on such a monumental tour! Having just completed hugely encouraging […]
Deicide are to play a series of shows in Europe this spring and summer. The band, though, will only have one date in the UK, this being at The Underworld in London on August 12. The tour will introduce new guitarist Chris Cannella. Says mainman Glen Benton: “We’re looking forward to getting out there with our […]
Death Angel are to release new album ‘Humanicide’ on May 31 through Nuclear Blast. The thrash masters’ album, this was produced and mixed by Jason Souecof. Says guitarist/vocalist Rob Cavestany: “I’m ecstatic to present Death Angel’s ninth studio album,’ Humanicide’. This collection of songs represents the band in its current state – united, vital, intense and […]
To win a copy of the brand new album from Rotting Christ, just enter your details below and the winner will be drawn at random and announced on the April 6th edition of The Ritual. Good luck.
Motley Crue published a book eighteen years ago that would become a staple in rock collections worldwide. One that showed the depravity that was rife in Hollywood, containing 448 pages of sex, drugs, abuse, murder, heartbreak, and tales from the Sunset Strip. It was described by Rolling Stone as “Utterly Revolting”. That book was their […]
Rock Goddess are teaming up with Heavy Pettin’ to play seven UK dates later in the year. The tour kicks off at The Tivoli in Buckley on August 31, before heading to Bristol Thekla September 1, Nottingham Rescue Rooms 4, Blackpool Waterloo Music Bar 5, Glasgow Oran Moor 6, Grimsby Yardbirds Rock Club 7, Bilston […]
