Well, that’s a bloody shame, butt. Thrash maniacs Toxic Holocaust have been forced to pull the plug on their highly anticipated run with Death Angel after frontman Joel Grind broke his hand — talk about savage luck! 😩💀
The band was meant to be one of three support acts alongside Lions At The Gate and Misfire, and fans were buzzing for a proper night of neck-snapping riffs and beer-fuelled chaos. But now, with Grind out of action, the bill’s been slashed down — and the thrash world’s feeling the pain. 🤘
For those who’ve ever seen Toxic Holocaust live, you’ll know it’s a full-blown old-school metal assault — no frills, no backing tracks, just pure punk energy and riffs that melt your face off. To see that energy pulled from a tour like this? It stings worse than a stage dive gone wrong. 😬
The band’s socials confirmed the bad news, noting that Joel’s hand injury means he can’t perform for the foreseeable future. No replacement has been announced, leaving Death Angel’s tour looking a little lighter — but still lethal.
We were all ready to rage to classics like “Nuke the Cross”, “Wild Dogs”, and “Acid Fuzz”, but looks like those pits will have to wait until Joel’s back in fighting form. 💪
Still, if anyone can bounce back fast, it’s that guy. The man lives, breathes, and bleeds DIY metal — from recording to producing, Joel’s been a one-man army since day one. Expect him to be back ripping stages sooner than later, probably with a cast covered in band logos. 😎
So, here’s to a speedy recovery, Joel! Rest that hand, crack open a cold one, and we’ll keep the thrash flame burning till you return. 🔥🍻
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Michael is the founder, editor, and chief riff wrangler behind The Riff Report, an independent Welsh rock and metal publication built by fans, for fans. With a lifelong passion for loud guitars, unforgettable live shows, and the incredible community that surrounds rock and metal, he created The Riff Report to celebrate everything that makes the scene special—from legendary headline acts and grassroots venues to rising bands that deserve to be heard.
A familiar face at festivals across the UK, Michael spends much of the year covering events including Download Festival, Bloodstock Open Air, Steelhouse Festival, Firevolt, Plumpton Revival, and many more. Whether he’s battling the Welsh weather on a mountainside, surviving a weekend in a muddy campsite, or squeezed against the front barrier with thousands of fellow fans, he’s always searching for the next great story to share.
As editor of The Riff Report, Michael writes festival guides, breaking news, album reviews, gig reviews, interviews, opinion pieces, nostalgia features, and behind-the-scenes stories from across the rock and metal world. His writing combines honest opinions, humour, and a genuine love for live music, bringing readers closer to the bands, festivals, venues, and people that keep the scene alive.
Michael is particularly passionate about supporting independent artists, local venues, charities, and the wider UK rock and metal community. He believes every band deserves a chance to be discovered and every festival has a story worth telling. Through The Riff Report, he aims to shine a spotlight on both the biggest names in rock and the future stars waiting to break through.
When he’s not writing or interviewing artists, you’ll probably find him exploring festival campsites, photographing live shows, chatting with fellow fans over a pint, or planning the next road trip in search of more riffs, bigger crowds, and unforgettable moments.
Above all, Michael believes rock and metal are about more than music—they’re about community, friendship, and creating memories that last a lifetime. That’s exactly what The Riff Report exists to celebrate.
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