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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…
Theory of a Deadman's Tyler Connolly Discusses New Music + Tour

Theory of a Deadman's Tyler Connolly joins Loudwire Nights to celebrate his band's latest album, their upcoming album and tour with Sevendust. Continue reading…
The New Rock + Metal Albums Out Today

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026. Continue reading…
Dave Krusen Reveals Band Hired Replacement for Matt Cameron

Ex-Pearl Jam drummer Dave Krusen revealed that Pearl Jam have hired a new drummer in place of Matt Cameron — and it's not him. Continue reading…
Why Geddy Lee Didn't Want to Put Rush's Biggest Song on an Album

"I was so sick of that f---ing song," the singer and bassist tells Rick Beato. Continue reading…
Masked Mystery Band President Announce Debut Album

President have announced the forthcoming release of their debut album and issued the new single 'Doom Loop.' Continue reading…
Osbourne Family Reveals Big Plans for Future of Ozzy Brand

The Osbourne family revealed during the 2026 Licensing Expo a new partnership that will feature 'the digital DNA of Ozzy Osbourne, voice, image [and] movement.' Continue reading…
All 49 Bands Who Played Linkin Park's Projekt Revolution Tour

How many of these do you remember from Linkin Park's mixed-genre Projekt Revolution Tour? Continue reading…
Crown Lands Dive Into the Journey That Led to Their Latest Album

Crown Lands' Kevin Comeau and Cody Bowles celebrate their latest album, 'Apocalypse,' open up about working with two significant producers and more. Continue reading…
Bruce Springsteen Facing Increased Death Threats on Tour

As a result, the Boss has beefed up security on his politically-charged Land of Hope and Dreams Tour. Continue reading…
Viral 'What the F--- is Up Denny's' Band Returns in New Burger Ad

Live Without went viral following their 2013 performance inside a Denny's restaurant. Continue reading…