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Why Jason Momoa Was 'Terrified' About Back to the Beginning Show

The actor recently revealed how nervous he was to host the Back to the Beginning show. Continue reading…
Motley Crue + Nikki Sixx Commemorate Band's 45th Anniversary

"I hope you’ve enjoyed the ride as much as we have," Sixx said while reflecting on the band's humble beginnings. Continue reading…
The 11 Best Alt-Rock Ballads of the ‘90s

Here are 11 of the best alternative rock ballads of the 1990s. The 1990s were a pivotal decade for the alternative rock genre. While the genre is most often remembered for grunge-influenced angst, it also produced some of the most emotionally resonant ballads in modern rock history... Continue reading…
The Best Rock Song of Each Year Since 1970

Rock still rolls through the years. Join us as we revisit the best rock songs of each year of music since 1970. Continue reading…
Slipknot's Clown Addresses Status of Next Album

Slipknot percussionist Shawn 'Clown' Crahan offers some insight into the band's current status and where they stand with new music. Continue reading…
Brian May Reveals Why Queen Refuse to Play Iconic U.K. Festival

Brian May has once again asserted his stance on Glastonbury Festival and that Queen will not play it because of their stance on badger culling. Continue reading…
The Best Album by 11 Legendary 2000s Rock Bands

These are the best albums by the most legendary rock bands that rose to fame during the 2000s, including Disturbed, My Chemical Romance and Shinedown. Continue reading…
Ratt’s Stephen Pearcy Names Metal Song He Wants at His Funeral

Longtime Ratt singer and solo artist Stephen Pearcy named the song he wants played at his funeral and revealed other personal musical favorites during a recent Q&A session. Continue reading…
5 Big New Rock + Metal Albums Announced This Week

Some big new releases are on deck for later this year. Continue reading…
25 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week

Five Finger Death Punch, Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson and Behemoth were among the major tours announced over the past seven days. Continue reading…
The New Rock + Metal Albums Out Today

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026. Continue reading…
Politician Tricked Into Paying Tribute to Disgraced Ian Watkins

U.K. politician Nigel Farage was duped into recording a tribute to late Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins, a convicted sex offender. Continue reading…
What Is Tit-tar? Inside Studmuffin Supreme's Viral TikTok Journey

Meet the Kentucky man who is tearing through the biggest metal hits on his chest with mesmerizing precision. Continue reading…
2026 Inkcarceration Festival LIneup Revealed - Over 65 Bands!

See the full lineup of over 65 bands set to perform at the 2026 edition of the Inkcarceration Festival. Continue reading…
31 Rock + Metal Albums Turning 10 in 2026

It's been a decade. How many of these rock and metal favorites from 2016 are still sticking with you? Continue reading…