By far the biggest worldwide news in the world of Heavy Metal last week was that GUS G. has joined the KING DIAMOND band, replacing longtime guitarist Andy LaRocque. We thank Andy for his incredible contribution over 40 years, and welcome Gus to his new position as guitarist stage left

Internationally acclaimed guitarist and FIREWIND mastermind Gus G. drops the fifth video from his new solo album, 'Steel Burner.' Arriving April 24, 2026, the record marked his first solo offering in five years-delivering a blistering fusion of modern instrumental metal and elite vocal collaborations. Internationally acclaimed guitarist and FIREWIND mastermind

It's here! Internationally acclaimed guitarist, composer, and FIREWIND mastermind Gus G. releases his fifth solo album 'Steel Burner' today, April 24, 2026. Marking his first solo offering in five years, the record delivers a blistering fusion of modern instrumental metal and carefully curated vocal collaborations with some of heavy music's

On March 31st, 2026 Metal Department released the 3rd album from AMERIKAN KAOS, 'The Sheeple Swing'. Now follows the sencond single off the album, "(I Wish I Could) Talk To The Dead", available from all major streaming platforms NOW. AMERIKAN KAOS of course is no-longer-so secret love child of guitar

On March 31, 2026 Metal Department released the third and final album in the AMERIKAN KAOS trilogy, 'The Sheeple Swing'. Do you have all 3 albums on either CD or vinyl in your collection? If not, now is the time to stock up - there is a ton of new

On March 31st, 2026 Metal Department released the 3rd album from AMERIKAN KAOS, 'The Sheeple Swing'. 'The Sheeple Swing' marks the 3rd and final release in the trilogy created as a solo-project by JEFF WATERS of ANNIHILATOR. Jeff Water's own words about the new album: "We are at the 3rd

Internationally acclaimed guitarist / composer and FIREWIND mastermind Gus G. will release his fifth solo album, 'Steel Burner', on April 24, 2026. The album marks his first solo release in five years and captures a powerful fusion of modern instrumental Metal and carefully curated vocal collaborations. While we wait for

On March 31st, 2026 Metal Department will be releasing the 3rd album from AMERIKAN KAOS, 'The Sheeple Swing'. The album release is preceded by a digital single release for first single "(I Won) The Hottie Lottery", available from all major streaming platforms from March 2nd. You can also view a

GUS G. ANNOUNCES HIS 5TH SOLO ALBUM 'STEEL BURNER'; TITLE TRACK STREAMING NOW! Internationally acclaimed guitarist / composer and FIREWIND mastermind Gus G. will release his fifth solo album, 'Steel Burner', on April 24, 2026 through Metal Department Records. The album marks his first solo release in five years and

On April 4th, 2025 Metal Department will be releasing the sophomore album from AMERIKAN KAOS, 'All That Jive'. The album release is preceded by a digital single release for first single "State Of Emergency", available from all major streaming platforms from March 24th 2025. You can also view the official