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31 Rock + Metal Albums Turning 50 in 2026

Who needs disco? The year 1976 gave us a punk explosion, seminal metal albums and some classic rock records. Continue reading…
The Rock + Metal Bands Touring in 2026 - Tour Guide

Here are the rock and metal bands touring in 2026, when they're on the road and how to get tickets. We update this guide on a regular basis. Continue reading…
Yungblud Teams With Smashing Pumpkins on New Version of 'Zombie'

It's a darker version of Yungblud's 'Zombie' with an assist from the Smashing Pumpkins. Take a listen. Continue reading…
Nita Strauss Is Expecting Her First Child With Husband

Guitarist Nita Strauss revealed in a social media post that she's expecting her first child with her husband and manager Josh Villalta. Continue reading…
Alex Van Halen Teams Up with Toto's Steve Lukather for New Album

Are the longtime friends about to start working on unreleased music featuring Eddie Van Halen? Continue reading…
Tony Iommi Makes Big Promise in New Year Video Message

The Black Sabbath guitar legend revealed two big things to look out for in 2026 while recapping his 2025 highlights. Continue reading…
The New Rock + Metal Albums Out Today

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026. Continue reading…
Yungblud Has Taken Over - Exclusive Interview

In the Loudwire Cover Story interview, Yungblud talks with Chuck Armstrong about his unbelievable 2025 and the big things that are in store in 2026. Continue reading…
Rock Stars Celebrating Birthdays in January

See how old your favorite rock and metal stars are turning this year. Continue reading…
The Top 50 Nu-Metal Albums of All Time (Ranked)

From Linkin Park to Limp Bizkit, the genre's best are all there. Continue reading…
Dream Theater's Mike Portnoy Reveals His Top 10 Albums of 2025

The best albums, films and TV shows of 2025, according to Mike Portnoy. Continue reading…
The 25 Most Played Songs on Rock Radio in 2025

See which songs amassed the most spins at active rock radio for 2025, according to Mediabase. Continue reading…
In Memoriam - The Rockers We Lost in 2025

From Ozzy to Ace, we lost some amazing talent in 2025. See some of the biggest names in heavy music who died over the past year and learn about their legacy. Continue reading…
Jack White Blasts U.S. Congressman in Heated Statement

Jack White unleashes the fury. Continue reading…
A Tool Fan's Guide for the New Year's Eve Viral Song Trend

A Tool fan shared a guide on Reddit with time stamps to start playing songs so that the most iconic moment of each track plays right at midnight. Continue reading…