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MIKAEL STANNE On Gothenburg Orchestra's Upcoming Concerts Celebrating Music Of IN FLAMES, AT THE GATES And DARK TRANQUILLITY: 'It's One Of The Greatest Honors'

At last month's Rock Hard Festival 2026 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, DARK TRANQUILLITY vocalist Mikael Stanne spoke with Marcus Schleutermann of Rock Hard magazine about the upcoming concerts in Gothenburg, Sweden where songs by IN FLAMES, AT THE GATES and DARK TRANQUILLITY will be played by the Gothe...

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NAPALM DEATH's SHANE EMBURY Remembers Late AT THE GATES Frontman TOMAS LINDBERG: 'He Was A Really Important Person For The Scene'

In a new interview with Stefan Nilsson of Roppongi Rocks, NAPALM DEATH bassist Shane Embury spoke about last year's passing of his longtime friend and LOCK UP bandmate, founding AT THE GATES frontman Tomas "Tompa" Lindberg. Shane said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, Tomas, he's been my...

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AT THE GATES Lands First-Ever No. 1 Album In Sweden With 'The Ghost Of A Future Dead'

"The Ghost Of A Future Dead", the latest album from Swedish melodic death metal pioneers AT THE GATES, has topped the official chart in the band's home country. It marks the first time ever that AT THE GATES has entered the main Swedish album chart at No. 1. Released on April 24 via Century Media Re...

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AT THE GATES Celebrates The Life And Legacy Of TOMAS LINDBERG With 'The Ghost Of A Future Dead'

By David E. Gehlke AT THE GATES frontman Tomas Lindberg passed away last September at age 52 after succumbing to adenoid cystic carcinoma (ACC),a rare, slow growing but aggressive cancer that typically develops in the salivary glands. Lindberg's loss has been incalculable. His acidic, searing vocal...

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The Ghost Of A Future Dead

When it was announced in September 2025 that AT THE GATES frontman Tomas Lindberg had passed away at the age of 52, the colossal outpouring of sorrow, grief and heartfelt love that followed said it all about the great man's impact on the world. A talismanic, universally admired figure in heavy music...

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Drummer EMLEE JOHANSSON Exits THE GEMS: 'This Is One Of The Hardest Decisions I've Ever Made In My Life'

Drummer Emlee Johansson has announced her departure from THE GEMS. THE GEMS came together in February 2023 when it was announced that Johansson, Guernica Mancini (vocals) and Mona Lindgren (guitar) were exiting THUNDERMOTHER after a six-year run. THE GEMS have since released two studio albums via Na...

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AT THE GATES Shares 'The Dissonant Void' Single From Upcoming 'The Ghost Of A Future Dead' Album

Swedish melodic death metal pioneers AT THE GATES have revealed a second single for their upcoming album "The Ghost Of A Future Dead", due out on April 24, 2026 via Century Media Records. Listen to the song "The Dissonant Void" via your digital service provider of choice or check it out below in a v...

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PENNYWISE Announces Spring 2026 West Coast Tour With CIRCLE JERKS, H2O And DFL

PENNYWISE will hit the West Coast this May for a seven-date run through California and Arizona, joined by fellow punk mainstays CIRCLE JERKS, H2O and DFL. Tickets for the upcoming run will go on sale this Friday, February 27 at 10 a.m. local time. An artist presale begins today (Monday, February 23)...

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AT THE GATES Doesn't Rule Out Playing Shows To Celebrate TOMAS LINDBERG's Life

In a new interview with Finland's Chaoszine, bassist Jonas Björler of Swedish melodic death metal pioneers AT THE GATES spoke about the band's upcoming album, "The Ghost Of A Future Dead", which will be released on April 24 via Century Media Records. The follow-up to 2021's "The Nightmare of Being"...

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AT THE GATES Announces 'The Ghost Of A Future Dead' Album, Shares 'The Fever Mask' Single

Swedish melodic death metal pioneers AT THE GATES will release their new album, "The Ghost Of A Future Dead", on April 24 via Century Media Records. The follow-up to 2021's wildly adventurous "The Nightmare of Being", this upcoming release marks a special tribute to frontman Tomas Lindberg, who trag...

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Watch: GEOFF TATE Pulls Out QUEENSRŸCHE Surprises For Acoustic Concert In Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Ex-QUEENSRŸCHE singer Geoff Tate played a one-off intimate acoustic concert at Calabouço Rock Bar in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil last Saturday night (January 24). According to Brazilian music journalist Igor Miranda, only 200 fans and guests attended the sold-out show, which marked Tate's only appearance...

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MIKAEL STANNE On AT THE GATES' TOMAS LINDBERG: 'There Would Be No DARK TRANQUILLITY Or IN FLAMES Without Him'

In a new interview with Argentina's Rocktambulos, DARK TRANQUILLITY and THE HALO EFECT frontman Mikael Stanne once again spoke about the recent passing of AT THE GATES vocalist Tomas "Tompa" Lindberg. Regarding what Lindberg meant to the metal scene in Gothenburg, Sweden, Stanne said (as transcribed...

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THUNDERMOTHER Announces First Live Album, 'Live'N'Alive'

Swedish rock'n'roll powerhouse THUNDERMOTHER will release its first live album, "Live'N'Alive", digitally on April 17, 2026 via Napalm Records. Founded in 2009 by guitarist Filippa Nässil, the band is known for their electrifying rock anthems and relentless touring — live highlights include supporti...

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THE GEMS Share 'Firebird' Single From Upcoming 'Year Of The Snake' Album

THE GEMS, the Swedish hard rock band featuring former THUNDERMOTHER members Guernica Mancini (vocals),Emlee Johansson (drums) and Mona Lindgren (bass),will release its second album, "Year Of The Snake", on March 13, 2026 via Napalm Records. The LP's latest single, "Firebird", can be seen below. TH...

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Time And Tide

In crust we trust, only death is real, and PHANTOM CORPORATION will smash your face in. The second album to come from these German diehards, "Time And Tide" sticks proudly to the ancient theory that this heavy music business is not supposed to be complicated. As with their 2023 debut, "Fallout", thi...