February 13, 2026 – Former SKID ROW frontman Sebastian Bach isn’t wasting his time with online negativity anymore. In a recent interview with Jason Irwin of RadioRadioX.com, Bach got real about dealing with social media and the “noise” surrounding... More

February 13, 2026 – Former SKID ROW frontman Sebastian Bach isn’t wasting his time with online negativity anymore. In a recent interview with Jason Irwin of RadioRadioX.com, Bach got real about dealing with social media and the “noise” surrounding his music career. "I don't even care about social media," Bach said, as reported by BLABBERMOUTH.NET. "I use social media to promote my shows. It doesn't mean anything… It's like a big nothing." The veteran rocker explained that he’s long since stopped reading comment sections. "It's been years since I bothered reading a comment section or whatever. I have better things to do with my time." Looking back at the early days of the Internet, Bach admitted he once got caught up in online drama. "Ten, fifteen years ago, yeah, I was reading comments and threatening people to fight down at the Chick-fil-A. Then I go, why am I wasting my time?" Today, he says, "Nobody really cool is on there typing shit. It's all a bunch of jealous losers that have nothing else to do." Bach still enjoys classic rock content online, citing bands like ROSE TATTOO and KISS as favorites, but he’s no longer concerned with what random strangers think about his work. Bach Returns to the Road with "The Party Never Ends" Tour Sebastian Bach is back on tour, kicking off his 2026 North American headline run, “The Party Never Ends”, on February 26 in Highland, California at Yaamava' Casino. Joining him is STITCHED UP HEART, handpicked by Bach for his canceled 2020 tour celebrating the original SKID ROW album. The tour features Bach’s current band lineup: son Paris Bach on drums, "Bruiser" Brody DeRozie on guitar, and Fede Delfino on bass. "Child Within The Man": Bach’s First Full Album in Over a Decade Bach’s latest studio effort, 2024’s "Child Within The Man", marked his return to full-length albums after more than ten years. Critics praised the album: Associated Press: "It shows a fierce performer in prime fighting form… his vocals remain sharp and his songwriting talents as cunning as ever." Ultimate Classic Rock: "Bach's voice has lost none of its rage or range, even in the highest registers." Tracks like "(Hold On) To The Dream" earned spots on Consequence’s "30 Best Metal & Hard Rock Songs of 2024", hailed as "a late-career masterpiece… an inspiring anthem about perseverance." The album was recorded in Orlando, Florida, produced and mixed by Michael "Elvis" Baskette, engineered by Jef Moll, with mastering by Robert Ludwig of Gateway Mastering. Bach co-wrote all 11 tracks and handled all lead and backing vocals. Guest appearances include John 5 (MÖTLEY CRÜE, ROB ZOMBIE, MARILYN MANSON), Steve Stevens (BILLY IDOL), Orianthi (ALICE COOPER, MICHAEL JACKSON), and Myles Kennedy (ALTER BRIDGE). Session players include Devin Bronson, Todd Kerns, and Jeremy Colson. Beyond Music: TV, Broadway, and Celebrity Appearances Bach hasn’t just been busy with music. He appeared on Food Network’s "Worst Cooks In America Celebrity Edition: Heroes vs. Villains" in January 2025 and was featured in A&E’s "Biography: Rock Legends" in June 2024. In 2023, he played "Tiki" on Fox’s "The Masked Singer". Stay Connected, Skip the Hate Sebastian Bach’s message is clear: focus on what matters, ignore the haters, and keep making music. Fans can follow his tour dates, new releases, and projects via his social media—but don’t expect him to engage in comment wars anytime soon. [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="WH_Yv5gcGtM"] Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Knoxville’s Dissonance Unleashes Blistering New Video Induced Mentacide Featuring Ricky Myers of Suffocation Presave/Listen: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/dissonance13/induced-mentacide-feat-ricky-myers/ Knoxville, TN... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Knoxville’s Dissonance Unleashes Blistering New Video Induced Mentacide Featuring Ricky Myers of Suffocation Presave/Listen: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/dissonance13/induced-mentacide-feat-ricky-myers/ Knoxville, TN – Rising death/black thrash forces Dissonance have officially unleashed their devastating new single, Induced Mentacide, via Maelstrom Records. Fans of At the Gates, Death, and Skeletal Remains are in for a punishing, high-octane ride through relentless riffs and unrelenting aggression. Formed in 2024 by Levi Fuselier (whose metal roots include stints in brutal death giants Disgorge and Pathology) and Dustin Hurt, Knoxville-based Dissonance has quickly made waves in the underground extreme metal scene. The current lineup features Jonathan Joubert on vocals, Fuselier on rhythm guitar, Hurt on lead guitar, and Nick Ziros on bass, with the band actively seeking a permanent drummer. The single features a jaw-dropping guest appearance by Ricky Myers of Suffocation, adding a layer of technical brutality that takes Induced Mentacide to a new level of intensity. Recorded by Fuselier and Ziros, and mixed and mastered by Fuselier, the track delivers the raw precision and chaos Dissonance has become known for. “Induced Mentacide is everything we wanted death and black thrash to feel—raw, punishing, and absolutely unrelenting. Having Ricky on this track pushed us all to the edge,” says Levi Fuselier. The official video for Induced Mentacide is out now, bringing the track’s ferocity to life visually. The single is available everywhere, proving Knoxville’s Dissonance is ready to crush the scene and remind metal fans what true extremity sounds like. For press inquiries, interviews, or promo requests: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Check them out on YouTube and subscribe: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="T9-LL0RjxQM"]  Connect with the band:  https://www.instagram.com/dissonance.13https://www.youtube.com/@voidoftruthfilmshttps://dissonance8.bandcamp.com/https://www.facebook.com/dissonance.147333/ Contact: levifuselier@yahoo.com Less

Based out of Oakland, CA, Baby on a Rampage is a metalcore band formed in early 2022. The band creates a vivid soundscape, where mind bending grooves and soaring riffs surge into violence-inducing breakdowns in an instant. Their politically and... More

Based out of Oakland, CA, Baby on a Rampage is a metalcore band formed in early 2022. The band creates a vivid soundscape, where mind bending grooves and soaring riffs surge into violence-inducing breakdowns in an instant. Their politically and emotionally charged lyrics scorch through the music, leading their listeners on a journey of catharsis. The band embraces a restless DIY spirit, and tours have brought them from Vancouver to Texas in support of their 2025 debut album ‘Fall With Disgrace’. “We are hyped to be working with EMG as we take on bigger tours and work on new music. This is a big step for us and we can’t wait to show you all what’s in store for this year; it’s shaping up to be amazing!” Baby on a Rampage is Ash Lee, Lyra Renninger, and John Muir, with live guitarist Lucas Garstke. They are in the process of writing their next release, and planning out a full tour of the US this summer. Baby On A Rampage are a must for fans of acts such as Gojira, Karnivool, Baroness, and Lamb of God LINKS: Website: babyonarampage.com Youtube: youtube.com/@babyonarampage Instagram: instagram.com/baby_on_a_rampage/ Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/17QixQgBNuX2wTD9IwLkBG Less

Cryptopsy Claim Second Decibel Magazine Cover as 2026 Tour Dominance Continues! There are death metal bands, and then there is Cryptopsy. The Canadian extreme metal legends have officially landed their second Decibel Magazine cover in under a... More

Cryptopsy Claim Second Decibel Magazine Cover as 2026 Tour Dominance Continues! There are death metal bands, and then there is Cryptopsy. The Canadian extreme metal legends have officially landed their second Decibel Magazine cover in under a year, cementing 2026 as another career peak for one of the most vicious and technically lethal bands the genre has ever produced. Fresh off tearing through a largely sold-out European headline tour, Cryptopsy show zero signs of slowing down. The band is once again nominated for Best Metal/Hard Music Album of the Year at the Juno Awards, a category they already conquered just two years ago. Now, they are set to headline the longest-running heavy metal tour in North America as the featured act on the Decibel Magazine Tour 2026. Their latest album, An Insatiable Violence, has been a major catalyst behind this renewed surge of momentum. The record sees the band blending surgical precision with savage intent, proving they are not just surviving in the modern death metal landscape, but dominating it. The Decibel cover also nods to Cryptopsy’s legendary legacy, with 2026 marking the 30th anniversary of their genre-defining album None So Vile, a release that remains a benchmark for technical brutality. Decibel Magazine Editor-in-Chief Albert Mudrian summed it up best, calling this era “Peak Cryptopsy,” a rare moment where a band’s ferocious present and untouchable past collide at full force. The issue also features tourmates Necrot, Fulci, and Blood Monolith, who will be supporting Cryptopsy on the road during the 2026 Decibel Magazine Tour. The band themselves did not downplay the significance of the moment, expressing pride in returning to the cover of what many consider the world’s foremost authority on heavy metal. With a stacked lineup, a milestone anniversary, and one of the most punishing live sets in modern extreme metal, these shows are shaping up to be the kind people brag about surviving. The Decibel Magazine Tour 2026 will span 21 dates across the U.S. and Canada, with Cryptopsy performing material from both None So Vile and An Insatiable Violence. For longtime fans, it is a celebration of three decades of sonic violence. For newer listeners, it is a front-row seat to a band that refuses to age quietly. If there is any doubt left about Cryptopsy’s place at the top of the death metal food chain, 2026 is here to shut that down. Loudly. https://orcd.co/cryptopsyaninsatiableviolence Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Metal Devastation PR Client The Trousers Featured in Metal Hammer Magazine February 12, 2026 — Hungarian hard rock stalwarts The Trousers are turning heads across Europe and beyond, now featured and interviewed on the... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Metal Devastation PR Client The Trousers Featured in Metal Hammer Magazine February 12, 2026 — Hungarian hard rock stalwarts The Trousers are turning heads across Europe and beyond, now featured and interviewed on the highly trafficked Metal Hammer website. This month’s issue, hitting stands now with legendary AC/DC on the cover! The interview showcases the band’s latest album, Necessary Evil, and delves into their philosophy of staying free, independent, and uncompromising in a changing music landscape. Since their formation in Budapest in 2008, The Trousers have forged a reputation as one of the most solid and noisy names in European underground rock. Their sound fuses visceral garage rock, 70’s hard rock muscle, and the alternative darkness of the ’90s and early 2000s. Their seventh album, Necessary Evil (Music Fashion Records), is a direct and unflinching statement of identity, packed with incendiary riffs and a stage-ready attitude honed over years of touring Europe. In the interview with Metal Hammer, the band reflects on their evolution, independence, and the challenges of breaking out from Hungary’s underground scene: “The Trousers have never depended on music as a livelihood; it was a necessary choice to remain free and independent. Existing against the mainstream gives you strength, healthy anger, and determination.” The feature highlights the band’s DIY ethos, international recognition, and their ability to remain authentic while embracing influences from classic rock and modern hard rock alike. Standout tracks like Second Hand Suicide have been praised internationally as true rock classics, reinforcing the band’s commitment to albums as full artistic statements in an era dominated by streaming and singles. The Metal Hammer feature cements The Trousers’ place as ambassadors of Hungarian rock on the European stage and a band that continues to push boundaries while staying true to their roots. Fans can read the full interview here:  https://www.metalhammer.it/interviste/2026/02/11/thetrousers-necessary-evil-e-larte-di-restare-liberi/ For booking, interviews, or more information, contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com About Metal Devastation PR:Metal Devastation PR is a global metal and hard rock promotional company dedicated to amplifying the voices of underground and established artists alike. We specialize in media placement, press coverage, and connecting bands with audiences worldwide. More details on the band at this link: https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28343/the-trousers-unleash-new-album-necessary-evil-budapests-hard-rock-heavy-hitters-are-back-with-their-most-explosive-reco Less

Dave Mustaine Says He’s An Independent: “I Vote For Whoever’s The Least Of Two Evils” MEGADETH Frontman Clarifies Political Views in 2026 Interview MEGADETH founder and frontman Dave Mustaine has once again addressed his political beliefs,... More

Dave Mustaine Says He’s An Independent: “I Vote For Whoever’s The Least Of Two Evils” MEGADETH Frontman Clarifies Political Views in 2026 Interview MEGADETH founder and frontman Dave Mustaine has once again addressed his political beliefs, stating that he does not align with either major U.S. political party and considers himself an independent voter. In a new interview with Roisin O’Connor’s Good Vibrations, the podcast hosted by The Independent music editor Roisin O’Connor, Mustaine explained why he avoids publicly endorsing political parties and why he believes musicians are better off keeping their personal politics private. “The world has developed into a place where if you’re somebody offering a product, it’s best for you not to talk about your political persuasion,” Mustaine said. “People never used to say who they voted for. It’s none of your goddamn business. People think I’m a right-winger. I’m not. I’m an independent. I’ve voted for Democrats, I’ve voted for Republicans. I vote for whoever’s the least of two evils, sometimes three.” Dave Mustaine Responds to Political Labels Mustaine also addressed the long running narrative that paints him as a right wing political figure. According to the MEGADETH leader, much of that reputation stems from former band members or associates who left the group on bad terms and later spoke negatively about him. He added that fans who meet him in person often come away with a very different impression. “When we’re down in South America, we’ll sit out on the steps of the hotel and serenade the fans,” Mustaine said. “That’s how we really are. That’s how we live. We love our fans.” “I’m Spiritual, Not Religious,” Says Mustaine In a recent interview with The New York Times, Mustaine further clarified his beliefs, saying that while he identifies as a Christian, he does not view himself as a right wing political figure. He also described himself as spiritual rather than religious, noting that his worldview does not neatly fit into modern political boxes. Mustaine has repeatedly emphasized that his involvement in political initiatives has historically focused on encouraging civic participation rather than pushing a specific party agenda. He previously took part in the “Rock The Vote” campaign in the early 1990s, aimed at getting young people registered to vote, regardless of party affiliation. Dave Mustaine on Politics and Heavy Metal Over the years, Mustaine has drawn both praise and criticism for speaking openly about political and social issues. He has said that heavy metal musicians should not be assumed to be disconnected from civic life and that artists have the right to hold independent views without being forced into partisan categories. “I don’t try and tell people in my songs what to do,” Mustaine has said in past interviews. “I try to show both sides and let people decide for themselves.” While some of Mustaine’s past comments have sparked controversy, he has maintained that media outlets have often taken his remarks out of context and amplified narratives that do not reflect his actual political stance. MEGADETH’s Ongoing Legacy As one of the founding figures of thrash metal, Dave Mustaine remains a central voice in heavy metal culture more than four decades into his career. MEGADETH continues to tour and release new material, and Mustaine remains outspoken not only about music, but about the cultural space metal occupies in modern society. Whether fans agree with his views or not, Mustaine’s comments continue to fuel discussion around the intersection of heavy metal, politics, and free expression in 2026. Less