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Shinedown’s Brent Smith Explains Why He Prefers Nomad Lifestyle

Smith hasn't had an official home since 2016, and that's perfectly fine with him. Continue reading…
Benante 'Sitting Out' Next Few Anthrax Shows Due to Injury

"I’m already focused on getting healthy and look forward to being back on the road soon," Benante said while announcing who'll be filling in through the start of July. Continue reading…
The Biggest Rock + Metal Tours of Summer 2026

These are the biggest rock and metal bands heading out on tour this summer and also the tours with the most stacked lineups. Continue reading…
The 'Big 4' Bands of Boomer, Gen X, Millennial + Gen Z Dad Rock

We picked four bands to represent the 'Big 4' of dad rock for the Boomer, Gen X, Millennial and Gen Z generations, including Led Zeppelin, Nirvana and more. Continue reading…
What 11 Hair Metal Legends Have Said About Being a Father

These rock stars spent decades on the road, but their most meaningful stories happened at home. Continue reading…
21 Underrated '80s Rock Albums Every Music Fan Needs on Vinyl

These underrated gems from the 1980s absolutely need to be in your vinyl collection. Continue reading…
5 Death Metal Bands You Can’t Pronounce (But Worth Listening To)

These death metal bands have names you can't pronounce and good luck trying to spell some of them. They're worth listening to though! Continue reading…
5 Best Black Metal Covers of Grunge Songs

Has a more figuratively black metal band than Alice In Chains ever existed? These black on grunge covers will leave you feeling “Down in a Hole.” Continue reading…
Win a Trip to Chicago to Experience Lollapaloza 2026

Want to win a trip to Chicago to experience Lollapalooza this summer? Continue reading…
Win a Metallica 'Reload' Deluxe Remastered Box Set!

Find out how you can enter to win a deluxe remastered Metallica 'Reload' box set. Continue reading…
The Best Song off Every Alice In Chains Album (And EP!)

The best song off every Alice In Chains album including their releases with Layne Staley and later on with William DuVall. Continue reading…
Waves In April's Dierks Canada Reveals Plans For New Album

Waves In April guitarist and screamer Dierks Canada preps for two massive shows at Red Rocks and Rocklahoma and also shares details for the band's debut album. Continue reading…
15 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week

Daughtry, Danzig and The Dillinger Escape Club all announced new dates within the past week. Continue reading…
Bunnie Xo Responds to Chad Kroeger (Nickelback) Dating Rumors

After a social media post sparked speculation, Bunnie Xo is clearing up rumors linking her to Nickelback frontman Chad Kroeger. Continue reading…
The New Rock + Metal Albums Out Today

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026. Continue reading…