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Where America's Musicians Are Finding Their Practice Spaces

A new study shows that musicians are starting to view storage rental spaces as viable options for rehearsal spaces. Continue reading…
Interview - Kim Thayil on His Memoir, Soundgarden Stories + Grief

Kim Thayil discussed his new memoir, shared some stories from Soundgarden's career and discussed feeling "self-critical" in an exclusive chat with Loudwire. Continue reading…
Mike Portnoy Reacts to Drummer Anika Nilles’ First Show With Rush

Dream Theater's Mike Portnoy, a longtime friend of Neil Peart, reveals his feelings after watching Anika Nilles play with Rush for the first time. Continue reading…
Fan in Banana Costume 'Attacked' At Hardcore Show, Calls Out Band

The 'banana man' says the attack ordered by End It's frontman was the opposite of hardcore. Continue reading…
5 Things We Learned from Kim Thayil's New Memoir

Here are new things we learned after reading Kim Thayil's new memoir 'A Screaming Life: Into the Superunknown with Soundgarden and Beyond.' Continue reading…
Do You Remember These 11 Forgotten 2000s Rock Supergroups?

Some drew initial buzz, others scored some radio hits, but all of these 2000s-era supergroups ended up with relatively short tenures. Continue reading…
Seven Acres of Hell (Michigan) For Sale - Here's What's Included

Hell might just be the hottest property on the market. Continue reading…
VOTE: Better Godsmack Album - 'Godsmack' vs. 'Lighting Up the Sky

Let us know which is the better Godsmack album between their self-titled major label debut and their most recent offering, 'Lighting Up the Sky.' Continue reading…
Watch Anika Nilles' Full Drum Performance From Rush Tour Kickoff

Nilles assumed the mantle from the late Neil Peart with style and grace. Continue reading…
Jack Osbourne Clarifies Remarks on Political Celebrities

Jack Osbourne has clarified his previous remarks on politically outspoken celebrities needing to 'keep their mouths shut.' Continue reading…
The 11 Best Prog Rock Bands From the United States

See, the U.S. can do prog rock as well as any other country! Continue reading…
Jack + Sharon Osbourne Hit Back at Ozzy A.I. 'Cash Grab' Concern

Jack and Sharon Osbourne spoke at length during 'The Osbournes' podcast about the Ozzy A.I. and addressed pushback over 'cash grab' concerns. Continue reading…
Rush Plays First 2026 Reunion Tour Show - See Photos

It was the first full-length show from Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson since 2015. Continue reading…
Scott Ian Says This Is the 'Greatest Anthrax Song' in History

Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian has called out a new song from their upcoming album Cursum Perficio as the greatest song of their career. Continue reading…
How Rush Honored Neil Peart at Their First Reunion Concert

The late drummer was still a major presence at Rush's 2026 tour start. Continue reading…