"'Shadows & Echoes' is about peoples fear of speaking out when their views are seen as 'politically incorrect.' We live in a time where saying something unpopular, can cost us friends, jobs, or even our lives. But when we know something is right, we need to fight for it, regardless of the backlash."
In the August/September issue of Revolver, we feature the metal event of the year, Ozzfest Meets Knotfest.
We sit down with Black Sabbath's Ozzy Osbourne and Slipknot's Corey Taylor to ask how and why they joined forces to deliver a fest with such an insane lineup and activities. Plus, artists performing at Ozzfest Meets Knotfest—such as Trivium, Suicide Silence, and more—give their tips and tricks on how to survive a festival!
Then, after the Juggernaut double-album's fictional concept, prog-metal squad Periphery face challenges returning to the real world.
Next, the outlaw gentlemen in Volbeat make its best full-length yet after switching up its lineup and lyrical direction for album No. 6.
Also, Testament returns to its thrash roots and give us a new album preview.