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13 Best Deathcore Albums of the 2000s (Ranked)

The 2000s gave birth to the ever-growing genre of deathcore. These are the 13 best deathcore albums from its inaugural decade. Continue reading…
15 Best Hard Rock and Metal WrestleMania Moments (Ranked)

The annual event, which takes place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas this weekend, has had its share of moments involving some of the biggest names in hard rock and metal. Continue reading…
The Iconic Metal Band Inspiring New Movie 'Sinners'

'Sinners' director Ryan Coogler has confirmed that he was inspired by the music of Metallica while making his newly released film. Continue reading…
A Very Awkward Joe Walsh Story

In the latest episode of the Beardo and Weirdo podcast with comedian Craig Gass and Five Finger Death Punch bassist Chris Kael, Gass shares some personal stories about his friend and Eagles legend Joe Walsh. Sporing an Eagles hoodie... Continue reading…
The 11 Best Death Metal Albums of the 2020s (So Far)

It's been an outstanding decade for death metal so far! See what we said are the 11 best death metal albums of the 2020s. Continue reading…
How to Find Beer-Flavored Pringles Before They're Sold Out

If you like beer and grilling meat, these new chip flavors might just be for you. Continue reading…
Watch James From 'Love on the Spectrum' Meet Disturbed

James B. Jones from 'Love on the Spectrum' found his 'Heavy Metal Queen' in Season 3 of the hit Netflix series. Here's what we know about his love for the metal genre! Continue reading…
Faith No More Drummer Singles Out Bandmate for Not Doing Shows

Mike Bordin shared that he feels Mike Patton is no longer willing to do shows with Faith No More after previously bowing out of a prior run. Continue reading…
The New Pornographers Drummer Arrested for Child Pornography

The New Pornographers split with drummer Joseph Seiders after he was arrested in Palm Desert on several child pornography charges. Continue reading…
Ghost Share First Video Footage From 2025 'No Phones' Tour

Ghost may not be allowing phones on their 2025 tour, but they have provided you with your first look at live footage from their 2025 tour kickoff. Continue reading…
12 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week

Judas Priest, The Darkness and The Struts are among the acts that announced new tours this past week. See what other tours and festivals got announced. Continue reading…
The Best Grunge Album of Each Year From 1987 - 1996

Grunge unfortunately wasn't a long-lived subgenre, but these are the best releases that came out during each year that it reigned. Continue reading…
Sleep Theory's Cullen Moore Is Ready to Release Their Debut Album

Cullen Moore celebrates the upcoming release of Sleep Theory's debut full-length album, 'Afterglow,' and reflects on the band's growth. Continue reading…
The New Rock + Metal Albums Out Today

Your 2025 hard rock and metal album release calendar is here! Continue reading…
Def Leppard + Motley Crue Announce 2025 Festival in Mexico

Special weekend destination concert event will also include Bret Michaels, Extreme, Living Colour and others. Continue reading…