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The 25 Best Rock Songs of the Last 25 Years

Tens of thousands of rock songs have been released over the last 25 years and these 25 are the very best. Continue reading…
KISS Kick Off First Show in Two Years With Ace Frehley Tribute

Paul Stanley said he could picture his late bandmate looking down on the show - "from [planet] Jendell, probably." Continue reading…
How to Watch the Vans Warped Tour Livestream

It's like going to the Warped Tour but without all of the sweat and sore feet from standing in a parking lot all day. Continue reading…
Limp Bizkit Concert Canceled Due to Fred Durst's Russia Comments

Fred Durst's past comments in favor of Russia and Putin may have played a role in the cancelation. Continue reading…
Ex-Black Sabbath Manager Fires Back at Sharon Osbourne Claims

Ex-Black Sabbath manager Jim Simpson responds to Sharon Osbourne's allegations about his attempt to release the band's early demos. Continue reading…
The Most Psychedelic Songs by 9 Grunge Bands

Grunge is generally a fusion of classic rock, punk rock and heavy metal, but these artists experimented with psychedelic textures too. Continue reading…
14 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week

This week's tour update features newly announced or added tour dates for Three Days Grace, Black Label Society and Hayley Williams. Continue reading…
The New Rock + Metal Albums Out Today

Your 2025 hard rock and metal album release calendar is here! Continue reading…
Cory Marks Interview: Sevendust Tour, New Album + More

Cory Marks discusses his latest album, 'Sorry For Nothing Vol. 2,' his upcoming tour with Sevendust and more in this new interview. Continue reading…
Here Are the Lyrics to Megadeth's New Song 'I Don't Care'

Megadeth's Dave Mustaine gets a little rebellious with the band's new song 'I Don't Care.' Continue reading…
Whitesnake's David Coverdale Confirms His Retirement

The Whitesnake vocalist shares that it's time to hang up his 'rock and roll platform shoes and skintight jeans.' Continue reading…
Here's How Much Money Ozzy's Back to the Beginning Concert Raised

Previous reports of a whopping $190 million total were exaggerated — but the show still raised an impressive amount. Continue reading…
Rob Zombie Will Play the World's Largest Biker Bar in 2026

The 2026 edition of the Sturgis motorcycle rally just got a lot louder, thanks to Rob Zombie and Full Throttle Saloon. Continue reading…
Toni Cornell Reflects on Soundgarden’s Rock Hall Induction

Chris Cornell's youngest daughter Toni Cornell reflected on Soundgarden's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in a post on social media. Continue reading…
The Best Cover Song By 11 Big Thrash Metal Bands

Breaking down the biggest (and sometimes silliest) covers from Metallica, Anthrax, Exodus and other major thrash metal acts. Continue reading…