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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…
Marilyn Manson + Rob Zombie Announce 2026 North American Tour

Marilyn Manson and Rob Zombie are hitting the road together once again, as they've announced a 2026 North American co-headlining tour. Continue reading…
11 Essential '90s Indie Rock Albums You Should Own on Vinyl

You need these indie rock classics from the 1990s if you're a true vinyl collector who loves that era. Continue reading…
The Academy Is... Reveal First Album in 18 Years, Drop New Song

The Academy Is... reveal details about their 20th anniversary tour, their first new album in 18 years and and brand new single. Continue reading…
The 6 Best Hair Metal Albums of 1986 (Ranked)

From the Sunset Strip to the global stage, these bands helped define the year. Continue reading…