Concerts

Concert Recap: Simple Plan's "Bigger Than You Think" Tour in Virginia Beach, VA (August 31, 2025)

Celebrating 25 of Simple Plan, the pop-punk vets prove that they're not slowing down anytime soon

Dream Setlist

Dream Setlist: Simple Plan Edition

What are some must-hear songs from pop-punk's finest?

Concerts

Concert Recap: 'Carolina Heavyweights Exhibition' in Wilmington, NC (August 16, 2025)

This event was one of many reminders to support local music whenever you can

Concerts

Concert Recap: Fake Happy — A Tribute to Paramore, Live in Myrtle Beach, SC (July 25, 2025)

I don't often prefer tribute bands to the original artist, but Fake Happy is a welcome exception

Concerts

Concert Recap: Avril Lavigne's "Greatest Hits" Tour in Raleigh, NC (June 17, 2025)

My first pop-punk show wouldn't have been complete without some nostalgia

Concerts

Concert Recap: Static-X's "Machines vs. Monsters" Tour in Myrtle Beach, SC (June 14, 2025)

My first concert of the summer 2025 season couldn't have been a better one

Instant Impressions: 'Mid Death Crisis' by Wednesday 13

The Duke of Spook has never made the same album twice, and this record proves that's not changing anytime soon

Concerts

Concert Recap: Wednesday 13's "There's No Such Thing As Monsters" Tour in Raleigh, NC (April 5, 2025)

The marketing and online hype truly don't do justice to this epic tour

Lists

Dream Setlist: Wednesday 13 Edition

With an incredibly eclectic body of work, here's my idyllic vision of the ultimate setlist from the Duke of Spook

News & Announcements

Announcement: We Have Moved!

Welcome to the new era of Dead Noise!

Concerts

Concert Recap: Eric Raven's "Five Days in the Sunset" Tour in Wilmington, NC (March 21, 2025)

After a month-long concert drought, it felt great to be back at a show, especially one at an intimate local spot

Concerts

Concert Recap: Alice Cooper's "Too Close For Comfort" Tour in Greensboro, NC (February 2, 2025)

The king of shock rock has never had a bad performance, and this show was no exception

Lists

Dream Setlist: Alice Cooper Edition

With so many in-demand hit songs, just how many deep cuts can have their time to shine?

Lists

Top 10 Horror Films of 2024

Imagine narrowing it down to just 10 titles — couldn't be me

Lists

Top 10 Albums of 2024

With how great of a music year 2024 was, it's hard enough narrowing it down to just 10 albums – RANKING them was an almost impossible task

Lists

Top 5 EPs of 2024

From big debuts to anticipated follow-ups, this is just a small handful of my favorite short-form releases from the past year

Newsletter

'Nosferatu' (2024) Reaction

Robert Eggers' long-awaited take on the century-old classic delivers on aesthetics and dread

Movies

'Werewolves' (2024) Reaction

"'The Purge' with werewolves is more than just a catchy tagline – it's a formula for one of the most memorable werewolf films in recent memory

Albums

Track-by-Track: 'Greetings From Suffocate City' by The Funeral Portrait

With a complete sonic reinvention and an Album of the Year contender, the emo-rock quintet solidifies their status as one of the genre's most engaging modern acts

EPs

EP Reaction: 'Antimatter' by Nxxses

The alternative solo artist finishes the year strong with a trap-metal EP that's as concise as it is engaging

Albums

Instant Impressions: 'One Assassination Under God – Chapter 1' by Marilyn Manson

Nobody makes a comeback like Marilyn Manson, and this album kicks off his second career resurrection in the most triumphant fashion

Concerts

Concert Recap: Deadlands + Renesans in Jacksonville, NC (November 1, 2024)

As a lifelong metal fan, there's nothing better than getting to see the future of the genre in a live setting — it's even more fun when the party's held in your hometown

Editorials

Throwback Thursday: I Met My Favorite Filmmakers

Believe it or not, there was a time in which I wanted to pursue filmmaking, and it's thanks to these guys

Editorials

Black Veil Brides' Self-Titled Album, Ten Years Later

After a decade, it's clear to see how the band's most rock-spirited release marked the beginning of a memorable and successful new chapter for Black Veil Brides

EPs

EP Reaction: 'Reflecting the Inner Self' by Mirrorcell

Say hello to your new favorite alternative metal band