BAY AREA THRASH
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Weapons Interview: Former The King Must Die Members Link With Hellbender's Bill Scheffler
Weapons explain how former The King Must Die members linked with Hellbender's Bill Scheffler before their June 20 debut at The Big Easy.
Bay Area Thrash History: The Scene That Rewired Heavy Metal
Bay Area thrash was not just faster metal. It was a local scene that changed riffs, crowds, tape trading, and heavy music's future.
Chuck Billy Memoir: Release Date, Story & Pre-Order Info
Chuck Billy's memoir Holding My Breath arrives November 10, with Rob Halford, Randy Blythe, Bay Area thrash, and survival at its core.
Rob Dukes On Getting Fired From Exodus: What Changed, What It Cost, and Why He Calls It a ‘Blessing’
Rob Dukes says getting fired from Exodus in 2014 became a blessing in disguise. Here’s what he said about the split, the comeback, and what changed.
Testament's 'Practice What You Preach' Is Getting a 2026 Remaster — And It Looks Stunning
Testament's landmark 1989 album 'Practice What You Preach' is getting a full remaster via Nuclear Blast on May 8, with new artwork, limited vinyl, and a 20-page
Exodus Drop 'Goliath' This Week — Bay Area Thrash's Best Album in Years Arrives March 20
Exodus release their 13th studio album 'Goliath' on March 20 via Napalm Records — featuring Rob Dukes back on vocals, guests Peter Tägtgren and Katie Jacoby, an
Death Angel Announce Act III 35th Anniversary Tour Leg 2 With Vio-lence + Incite — 35 U.S. Dates
Death Angel's Act III 35th anniversary tour hits 35 U.S. cities May–June 2026 with Vio-lence and Incite supporting.
