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Dave Mustaine Wants Megadeth to Tour With Metallica

Dave Mustaine thinks Megadeth touring with Metallica would 'make everything right' between him, James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich. Continue reading…
Sevendust Announce 15th Studio Album, Book Spring 2026 Tour

Sevendust have announced details surrounding their 15th studio album, 'One' and revealed the first headline tour dates in support of the record. Continue reading…
Sepultura Book Final North American Tour With Exodus + Biohazard

It's one last time around on Sepultura's farewell tour, playing U.S. and Canadian venues for the last time before the hang it up. Continue reading…
The Best Album by 11 Legendary '80s Rock Bands

These '80s rock bands from the 'me' decade certainly had something for lots of you. Continue reading…
What Mike Portnoy Thinks About Not Being Asked to Join Rush

Mike Portnoy, a longtime friend of Neil Peart, shares his thoughts on the Rush reunion tour and not being asked to sit in. Continue reading…
Lorna Shore Announce 2026 North American Tour

Lorna Shore have added a North American leg to their 2026 tour plans with support from Paleface Swiss and Signs of the Swarm. Continue reading…
VOTE: Better 2000s Supergroup - Audioslave vs. Velvet Revolver

Which was the better of the major 2000s supergroups? Vote for either Audioslave or Velvet Revolver in this week's Chuck's Fight Club on the Loudwire Nights radio show. Continue reading…
Dave Mustaine on Current Relationship With Ex-Metallica Bandmates

Megadeth's Dave Mustaine shares his thoughts on the continually evolving relationship with his former Metallica bandmates James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich. Continue reading…
Fat Mike Got Sued by Longtime NOFX Bandmate

Ahead of a NOFX roundtable at the Punk Rock Museum, Erik Sandien revealed that there was an ongoing legal matter between Fat Mike and Eric Melvin. Continue reading…
Roger Waters Defends Ozzy Osbourne Comments to Piers Morgan

Roger Waters defended the controversial remarks he previously made about Ozzy Osbourne during a conversation with Piers Morgan. Continue reading…
13 Best Debut Albums by Progressive Black Metal Bands (Ranked)

Initial LPs that blend high-pitched shrieks, gloomy atmospheres and prog metal complexity. Continue reading…
The Devil Wears Prada Guitarist - Summer of Loud Tour Was Tribute

Jeremy DePoyster shares his pride in helping complete the vision of late The Devil Wears Prada agent Dave Shapiro by taking part in the 2025 Summer of Loud festival. Continue reading…
Poison Nix Tour After Bret Michaels Demands 600% More Than Band

They had planned a 40th anniversary trek for 2026, but Rikki Rockett cites a financial divide for it not happening. Continue reading…
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…