Heavy Headlines

Heavy Headlines

Metal News

1K ratings
130 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 17, 2013
  • December 2, 2024

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Stay updated with all things metal. This app aggregates news, new album releases, and concert listings from top sources. It personalizes your feed based on your favorite bands and offers ticket purchasing directly within the app.

Aggregates metal news from top sources
Personalized feed based on favorite bands
Explore new album releases
Find and purchase concert tickets
Automatic background news refresh
Customizable themes
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What's New in Heavy Headlines

7.1.0

December 2, 2024

Heavy Headlines 7.1.0 is here. I know it's been a while but aside from some maintenance type of stuff the app is really pretty feature-complete at this point and I don't have any ideas for much in the way of new features right now. If YOU do however and there are things you would like to see don't hesitate to reach out and send feedback via the "Send Feedback" button in the main menu of the app. I really do value your feedback and enjoy hearing from my users. 1. Improved Favorite/Blacklisted bands search to make it easier to add multiple bands at once. 2. I may have slightly tamed the full screen takeover ads/video ads on some of the sites. I can't completely stop them, nor would I if I could because those sites deserve their ad revenue. So I would ask that you please not give the app bad reviews because of ads I can not control. 3. Added Metal Sucks back in the hopes they'll just talk about metal again. 4. Some actual bug fixes (not like when you always see "Bug fixes and performance improvements" in every corporate app's release notes. Notice to EU users: Due to the European Union introducing burdensome regulations that I am unable to comply with, Heavy Headlines has now been removed from the AppStore in all EU countries. The app should remain installed on your devices but you will not be able to receive updates or install it on new devices (including via iCloud backups). I am truly sorry for this but there is unfortunately no way around it. Thank you so much for all of your support over the past decade plus. I truly appreciate it.

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User reviews

I’m so whelmed

Listen man, this app does exactly what I need it to do. I even like the fact that when you read in article the color of the hyperlink darkens so you know you read that one. Yeah it has a lot of ads but you can tell that’s from the webpages there articles are on. I using sit in my computer chair and read metal article on my computer. This is the same basic experience but in a user friendly package. 10/10 no notes no complaints.

Also, unless he was gonna some how bypass allllll these metal websites agreements with all the ad company’s that advertise on their website, there’s just no logical way this app could exist without ads.
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Thank you!

Just wanted to say I like the app, and I appreciate the time and hard work put into it.

The best

This is by far the best app for up to date metal news. I used social media to keep up to date, and now only use this app. Highly recommended. Now I know when my favourite bands are in town super easy

Ads have become a major problem

I don’t particularly like ads on a webpage or app, but they are a part of life, so I accept them. However, the ads on this app have recently become obnoxious, unavoidable, and … predatory? They pop up in the middle of your screen from multiple directions while you are trying to read an article. You can minimize them or swipe them away, but they come right back and black out the article you are trying to read. Over and over. It makes reading an article practically impossible and definitely highly annoying. I used to love this app and the wide range or articles that it provided. However, it has now devolved into an unpleasant mess. I’m sure that the owners of this app/website were successful at monetizing the content, but it has strayed far from what it was. Embed the ads in the page or have them just pop up at the top or bottom, that’s fine. But what they have now is unusable. I’ve been a consumer of Heavy Headlines for years but this is the end.
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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Login screen freezes

Bug

Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

Bug

Requested Features

3 requests

Dark mode option

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Customizable news feed

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Better ad management

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FAQ

What does Heavy Headlines do?

Heavy Headlines is a dedicated app for metal music fans. It aggregates news from top metal sources, lists new album releases, and provides concert listings. It also personalizes your feed by identifying your favorite bands from your music library.

How does the 'My Bands' feature work?

The 'My Bands' feature analyzes your Apple Music and iTunes libraries to identify your favorite metal bands. It then prioritizes stories and news related to those bands at the top of your feed. You can also blacklist bands you don't want to see news about.

Can I buy concert tickets through the app?

Yes, the app automatically finds upcoming concerts featuring your favorite bands in your area. You can then purchase tickets for these shows directly through the app, offering a convenient way to plan your concert attendance.

Is the app free to use?

The app is free to download and use. However, it does offer in-app purchases, which may include premium features or content. The description also mentions ads are present.

What devices is Heavy Headlines compatible with?

Heavy Headlines is designed for Apple devices, including iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. It also utilizes iCloud to sync your settings and read articles across all your devices.