Artist Spotlight
Dive deep into the stories, influences, and legacies of the artists shaping rock and metal today.
Featured This Week
Gojira
Gojira emerged from the French town of Ondres with a mission that transcends typical metal boundaries. Brothers Joe and Mario Duplantier, along with Christian Andreu and Jean-Michel Labadie, crafted a sound that merges crushing heaviness with environmental consciousness. Their music addresses climate change, wildlife preservation, and humanity's relationship with nature, making them one of the most socially conscious bands in modern metal. From their early days as Godzilla to their current status as metal royalty, Gojira has proven that extreme music can carry profound messages. Their performances at major festivals, including a historic appearance at the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, have cemented their status as ambassadors of heavy music on the world stage.
Past Spotlights
Mastodon
From the depths of Atlanta, Georgia, Mastodon emerged as one of the most innovative heavy bands of the 21st century.
Ghost
Ghost materialized from the Swedish underground as an enigmatic force combining theatrical horror aesthetics with infectious hard rock melodies.
Spiritbox
Spiritbox represents the cutting edge of modern heavy music, seamlessly blending crushing metalcore breakdowns with ethereal electronic atmospheres and pop sensibilities.
Knocked Loose
Knocked Loose erupted from Oldham County, Kentucky with an uncompromising approach to hardcore that has revitalized the genre for a new generation.
Sleep Token
Sleep Token exists as one of modern metal's greatest enigmas, shrouded in anonymity and mysticism.