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Protest the Hero - Within

Protest the Hero are back with their independently released sixth studio album, Within, out July 17, 2026.

Samuel Stevens

1 day ago

Smiling rock guitarist with a glittery red electric guitar raises both hands throwing up devil horns on a lit stage with pink, red, and blue spotlights.

Pounding the Past Tour: Anvil, Midnight Hellion, and Ramskull - Winnipeg, MB

On July 5, 2026, Anvil made their long-awaited return to Winnipeg with Midnite Hellion and Ramskull.

Samuel Stevens

6 days ago

Dark, moody scene of a huge concrete structure overgrown with vines, surrounded by rocks, plants, and shallow water.

The Plot In You - The Plot In You

The Plot In You is back with their self-titled sixth album, out July 10, 2026, via Fearless Records.

Samuel Stevens

Jul 6

Lindsay Schoolcraft album art shows a crowned woman in a pale dress with dark wings on a peach background.

Lindsay Schoolcraft - Harrowing

Lindsay Schoolcraft is back with her latest album, Harrowing, out June 19, 2026.

Samuel Stevens

Jun 16

August Burns Red - Season of Surrender

Pennsylvania metalcore outfit August Burns Red returns with their eleventh studio album, Seasons of Surrender, out June 5, 2026, via Fearless Records.

Samuel Stevens

Jun 3

Four men pose in black-and-white before a brick wall at night, standing on grass with serious expressions.

Interview With Napoleon's Jon Elmaleh

Vocalist/guitarist Jon Elmaleh of Toronto-based alt-punk/post-hardcore band Napoleon spoke with us to talk about their new EPs Vol. I and Vol. II.

Samuel Stevens

Jun 1

Metal band Alestorm performs on stage with three giant inflatable yellow ducks as the crowd cheers and raises fists under bright spotlights.

The Mostly Canadian Tour: Alestorm, Twilight Force, and Greyhawk - Winnipeg, MB

For one night, the high seas collided with fantasy realms and classic heavy metal as Scottish pirate metal legends Alestorm brought their Mostly Canadian Tour to Winnipeg's historic Burton Cummings Theatre on May 26, 2026.

Samuel Stevens

Jun 1

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The Pale Moonlight Tour: Dayseeker, Northlane, Wind Walkers, and sace6 - Winnipeg, MB

The sold-out stop of Dayseeker’s The Pale Moonlight Tour at the historic Burton Cummings Theatre on May 19, 2026.

Samuel Stevens

May 21

Band performing on stage at Manitoba Metalfest with a cheering crowd. Smoky atmosphere, speakers visible, and event posters in the background.

Manitoba Metalfest 2026 Night 2: Gatecreeper, Spectral Wound, Prowl, Eternal, Maul, and Nocturnal Departure

On May 9, 2026, Manitoba Metalfest saw sets from Gatecreeper, Spectral Wound, Prowl, Eternal, Maul, and Nocturnal Departure.

Samuel Stevens

May 14

Bearded musician plays white guitar under stage lights, wearing a cap. Tattooed arms visible, with a focused expression.

Manitoba Metalfest 2026 Night 1: Cancer Bats, Crowbar, Art of Attrition, Misyrion, Skullnectar, and Low Fuel

On May 8, 2026, Manitoba Metalfest saw sets from Cancer Bats, Crowbar, Art of Attrition, Misyrion, Skullnectar, and Low Fuel.

Samuel Stevens

May 13

Four men stand against a corrugated metal background, wearing dark clothing. The mood is serious and focused.

The Music Storm Podcast: Interview With Of Virtue's Damon Tate

On this episode of The Music Storm Podcast, Mikey talks to Of Virtue's guitarist and vocalist Damon Tate.

Mikey Jablonski

May 9

A dark figure with a flaming sword stands over a person on an altar in a dim, ominous setting. Text: "BLACK VEIL BRIDES" and "VINDICATE".

Black Veil Brides - Vindicate

Black Veil Brides are back with a brand new album, Vindicate, out May 8, 2026, via Spinefarm Records.

Samuel Stevens

May 7

Three performers in dark puffy outfits sing and play guitar energetically on a fog-filled stage, illuminated by dramatic lighting.

Tanzneid World Tour: Electric Callboy, Polaris, and Scene Queen - Vancouver, BC

Electric Callboy’s first-ever Vancouver show on April 25, 2026, at the PNE Forum felt less like a concert and more like a full- scale rave-metal party.

Mike Thomas

May 6

Person in a dimly lit, monochrome room lies dramatically on a concrete bench. Ceiling lights cast geometric shadows, creating a surreal mood.

Sace6 - brutalist

Sace6 will release their debut album, brutalist, on May 8, 2026, via Sumerian Records.

Samuel Stevens

May 5

Long-haired man singing passionately on stage with lights overhead. Another person plays guitar. Background shows abstract art. Energetic mood.

Lonely God Tour: Fit For A King, Invent Animate, ten56., and Acres - Winnipeg, MB

The Lonely God North American Tour rolled through Winnipeg on May 2, 2026.

Samuel Stevens

May 4

Frozen Soul - No Place of Warmth

Frozen Soul are back with their latest record, No Place of Warmth, out May 8, 2026, via Century Media Records.

Samuel Stevens

May 4

Singer Will Ramos passionately performs onstage, holding a white microphone. Background is dark with warm lighting. Tattoos visible, conveying intense emotion.

Lorna Shore, Paleface Swiss, and Signs Of The Swarm - Winnipeg, MB

On April 27, 2026, Winnipeg’s historic Burton Cummings Theatre transformed into a cathedral of chaos as Lorna Shore brought their towering production to town.

Samuel Stevens

Apr 29