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There is something inherently appealing about a movie that actually understands what it feels like to be young, stupid, full of impossible dreams, and absolutely convinced that nothing can stop you. Nimrods is, in many ways, the cinematic equivalent of that feeling. It is messy, occasionally ridiculous, undeniably predictable, and fueled almost entirely by the kind of reckless optimism that only seems possible when you are seventeen years old.

Universal Studios theme parks are gearing up for their seasonal Halloween Horror Nights spectacle. The annual takeover of the parks features several themed haunted houses and movie quality horror production, becoming one of the most celebrated times of the year. This year, Universal Studios has confirmed theme-attractions sourcing inspiration from Sinners, Stranger Things, Hellraiser and Evil Dead Burn to list just a few.

Among the pillars of NYHC, Madball have issued a career triumph on their landmark tenth studio, Not Your Kingdom. The release reaffirms the band's position in the hierarchy of hardcore and continues their legacy as one of the genre's most vital voices. Potent songwriting combined with powerful, socially-conscious lyrics are among the biggest takeaways of the album that find Madball reaching new heights decades into their run. Fast, furious and focused, Madball deliver another classic.

Electronic duo SLANDER has officially released their mammoth collaboration with Spiritbox with the track, "Under My Skin." Along with production from Vastive, the single has been a staple of SLANDER's live set, contributing to the tandem's immersive, cinematic production and festival-sized spectacle. Pairing dramatic drops, melodic bass music and the soaring vocals of Courtney LsPlante, the track sources both rock and electronic music for an anthem in that serves well in bridging the genres.

Following a massive show at Slum Dunk Festival in the UK that proved one of the highlights of the weekend, post-hardcore luminaries Static Dress have shared the final preview of their mammoth second album, Injury Episode.

Set to release their Roadrunner Records full length, Armour of Angels on June 5th, Manchester metallic hardcore collective Guilt Trip have announced a special partnership with Adidas. Working in collaboration with the global shoe and apparel authority, Guilt Trip are set to release a co-branded, limited edition Superstar II. The iconic sneaker silhouette features band branding, the definitive shell toe design and the fat lace signature.

. Colorado thrash practitioners Havok have announced their signing with BLKIIBLK and officially began their new label campaign with the release of the searing first single, "Fifth Generation Warfare." The track marks the band's return following their 2024 EP release, New Eyes and signals the start of the band's long-awaited next chapter following the 2020 full length, V.

Marking the culmination of a historic career that has spanned more than four decades, Brazilian metal heroes Sepultura have set the date for their lkive farewell. Set for November 7th at the Mercado Livre Arena Pacaembu in Sao Paulo, one of metal's most influential collectives with close the book their legendary career with a homecoming and a final farewell.

Set to embark on their highly-anticipated European headlining tour, A Perfect Circle have released their first standalone single since their 2018's LP, Eat the Elephant. 'Starless," the incendiary new track from Billy Howerdel and Maynard James Keenan also features frequent collaborator Josh Freese. The single lands as the band prepare of their first tour of the region in nearly a decade. “Absolutely chuffed to debut this new track on stage in the U.K.,” Keenan said.

The West Coast hardcore, heavy rock amalgam in The Barbarians of California have confirmed the August 21st arrival of their sophomore full length, MEGATONS. The presentation follows the band's 2024 debut full length, And Now I'm Just Gnashing My Teeth, and the subsequent swell of success that followed as the band took on touring dates with the likes of Deftones as a result.