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Primer 55 dust off the rust for a reunion fans never thought they’d see

Author Benedetta Baldin - 2.6.2025

Primer 55, a nu metal band, has announced a reunion with many of its members joining them again. Preston Nash, bassist Joshua Toomey, vocalist Donny “The DRP” Polinske, and guitarist/vocalist Bobby Burns, the band’s staple, are all returning. According to reports, the band has recently started receiving offers for reunion performances; further information will be provided soon. Burns had been dealing with major health issues in recent years when Primer 55 hung up back in 2015.

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Primer 55 co-founder Bobby Burns reveals worrying health update

Co-founder Bobby Burns of the now-defunct nu metal group Primer 55 has provided a concerning health report. After playing guitar with Primer 55 for a while, Burns eventually took over as lead vocalist during their 2015 sabbatical. In addition to starting the band Murder The Flesh, Burns played bass and back vocals for Soulfly for...

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“We know exactly where we will take the band with the next album” – interview with Graphic Nature

UK’s nu metalcore upcomers Graphic Nature played a show at Mystic Festival in Gdansk, Poland on 6th of June as part of their European festival tour which sees the band also playing their very first shows ever in Finland at Kaaos Festival and Qstock. Chaoszine sat down with the band’s vocalist Harvey Freeman and guitarist...

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Perturbator announces new album “Age Of Aquarius” will be out October 10th + releases video for new single ‘Apocalypse Now’

Perturbator – the Paris-based composer/producer/multi-instrumentalist James Kent – today announced his new album “Age Of Aquarius”, his debut for renowned metal label Nuclear Blast Records, will be released on October 10th, 2025. The album’s new single “Apocalypse Now,” a visceral, dance-ready anthem featuring lead vocals by Norwegian metal titan Kristoffer Rygg (Ulver), is out now alongside a fittingly epic video directed...

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Royal Sorrow release new single “Samsara” and announce a lineup change

Finnish metal band Royal Sorrow announce a new single titled “Samsara”, out now on all platforms. An official video has also been shared by the group. The band has revealed that they have parted ways with guitarist Juha Rapanen. Full statement here: Hey guys! We have news to share.Royal Sorrow and our long time guitarist...

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The Scorpions announce ‘From The First Sting’

In celebration of their sixth decade as a band, pioneering German hard rock group Scorpions will be releasing “From The First Sting”, a thrilling collection showcasing the raw energy, unforgettable anthems, and iconic moments from their illustrious career. “From The First Sting” will be available on a deluxe 2LP & 2CD bookpack and 2CD format for European and...

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Bat announce three European shows this summer

Richmond, Virginia metal-punk trio Bat are pleased to announce that they’ll be hitting Europe this summer, for three killer shows. Make sure you catch the guys at Obscene Extreme Festival in the Czech Republic on July 9th, in Berlin at Cassiopeia on July 11th, or at In Flammen Open Air in Germany. Tickets are on-sale now via the below links....

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Nuclear Blast is slowly but surely returning to YouTube

Nuclear Blast Records lost everything on YouTube as a result of this utterly random swarm of scammers taking over their channel. Since the page is back and its previously posted content is gradually returning to the internet, it appears that they have survived the worst of the scenario. It appears like Nuclear Blast Records is...

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Foundraiser started for metal journalist Mick Wall after heart attack and eviction notice

Mick Wall, a well-known metal writer, author, and radio and television host, had a second heart attack earlier this month, which left him disabled and with crippling medical bills that would eventually force him to lose his house. Wall has established himself as a renowned voice in metal journalism, having held positions as editor-in-chief of...

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