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How The Funeral Portrait's Lee Jennings Learned to Sing

The latest guest in a new episode of How I Learned to Sing. Continue reading…
See (Almost) Every Musician Who's Been in Megadeth

See a photo gallery of nearly every musician who's been an official member of Megadeth from the band's formation in 1983 until today. Continue reading…
REPORT: Slipknot Seeking Huge Sum for Music Catalog

Per a Billboard report, Slipknot are very close to finalizing a deal that would see them sell off their music catalog for approximately $120 million. Continue reading…
The Most Metal Songs by 11 Big Grunge Bands

Grunge was heavily influenced by heavy metal even though they are rock, so here are the most metal-sounding songs by big grunge bands. Continue reading…
John Stamos Makes Demands in Order to Appear at Riot Fest 2025

After persistent inquiries, it looks like John Stamos will appear at Riot Fest's 20th anniversary. But first there's a 10-item list of demands to be met. Continue reading…
Every Megadeth Album Ranked From Worst to Best

See how they stack up. It's a strong catalog! Continue reading…
12 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week

New tours from President, Foreigner, Memphis May Fire and Small Town Titans lead the latest tour announcements from the last seven days. Continue reading…
The New Rock + Metal Albums Out Today

Your 2025 hard rock and metal album release calendar is here! Continue reading…
Black Metal Bands Who Used to Wear Corpse Paint + Stopped

These 5 black metal bands are terrifying even without corpse paint! True horror begins when masks drop... Continue reading…
Remember Dave Mustaine's '90s Side Project With a Punk Legend?

Imagine a punk rock collaboration that almost slipped through the cracks of music history, with two legends coming together in unexpected harmony. Continue reading…
Megadeth Fans React to Band’s Final Album + Farewell Announcement

Megadeth fans are sharing their reactions to the band announcement that their forthcoming studio album and tour will be their last. Continue reading…
About Dream Theater's 'Parasomnia' Graphic Novel + Colored Vinyl

The thematic album will come to life with eight stories playing out in a graphic novel. Continue reading…
Mexican Governor Responds to Backlash Over Marilyn Manson Show

A Mexican governor has responded to backlash from citizens over a free concert that Marilyn Manson played in the state of San Luis Potosí. Continue reading…
Megadeth Reveal Plans for Final Album + Farewell Tour

The countdown ended with a bang, revealing a bittersweet farewell from one of metal's legends. Let's unpack the emotional announcement that has fans buzzing. Continue reading…
Keri Kelli + Greg Koch Dive Into Metal Warrior's Animated World

Keri Kelli and Greg Koch dive deep into the animated world of the new band Metal Warrior and their debut album, 'The Crushed Souls of Our Enemies.' Continue reading…