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Better Foo Fighters Album - 'Foo Fighters' vs. 'Your Favorite Toy

Vote for the better Foo Fighters album in this week's Chuck's Fight Club as we pit the band's self-titled debut against their recently released 'Your Favorite Toy.' Continue reading…
The Most Anticipated Rock + Metal Albums Left To Come Out in 2026

A lot to look forward to. Continue reading…
ENTER NOW: Win a Trip to See the Foo Fighters in Cleveland, Ohio

Win a trip to Cleveland to experience the Foo Fighters LIVE in concert and check out the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Continue reading…
Armored Saint Interview With John Bush + Joey Vera

Armored Saint's John Bush and Joey Vera join Loudwire Nights to celebrate the release of their ninth studio album, 'Emotion Factory Reset.' Continue reading…
Caleb Shomo's Wife Comments on His Sexuality + Their Relationship

The Beartooth singer recently confirmed that he's "a proudly gay man," and now his wife, Fleur, has commented on her husband's announcement and their relationship. Continue reading…
Jack Osbourne Fires Back Against ‘Digital Ozzy’ Backlash

"It's gonna be so tasteful what we're doing," Jack Osbourne said about his family's polarizing plans for "Digital Ozzy." Continue reading…
5 ‘70s Protest Songs That Were Controversial at the Time

Today, these are iconic '70s protest songs we can't imagine life without. At the time, they stirred some controversy though. Continue reading…
Watch Iron Maiden Perform Classic Tune for First Time in 38 Years

They dusted off the '80s rarity during their first show of 2026. Continue reading…
Beartooth's Caleb Shomo Comes Out as a 'Proudly Gay Man'

See the rocker's full statement here. Continue reading…
10 Death Metal Bands Who Only Released One Album (And It Rules)

These death metal bands only released one album, but they're all worth checking out. Continue reading…
Pink Floyd Saxophonist Dick Parry Dead at 83

"His feel and tone make his saxophone playing unmistakable," said David Gilmour. Continue reading…
25 Big Alt-Rock Albums From the '90s Every Record Collector Needs

You need these alternative rock classics from the 1990s if you're a true vinyl collector who can't get enough of that decade. Continue reading…
Paul McCartney Closes Colbert's 'Late Show' in Historic Fashion

He served as Colbert's final guest, playing on the same stage where the Beatles famously performed on 'The Ed Sullivan Show.' Continue reading…
The History of Grunge Told in 13 Albums

These 13 albums tell the history of the grunge scene that formed in the Pacific Northwest in the 1980s, from Green River to Sub Pop, Nirvana and more. Continue reading…
14 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week

Beartooth, Arch Enemy and Smashing Pumpkins lead the new tour announcements made over the previous week. Continue reading…