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How Motley Crue Made 'Dogs of War'

'You can't kill us!' Vince Neil declares. Continue reading…
Blink-182 Announce Final 2024 'One More Time' Tour Leg

It may be their last on this run, but they're making sure its a first time viewing experience. Continue reading…
26 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week

Will you pick up tickets for Megadeth, head to Canada for the Evanescence / Halestorm bill or catch Till Lindemann's solo dates? Continue reading…
What Easter Eggs We Found in Motley Crue's 'Dogs of War' Video

What all did you spot that bring back some Motley nostalgia in the 'Dogs of War' video? Continue reading…
The Smashing Pumpkins Name Kiki Wong as New Touring Guitarist

The Smashing Pumpkins have officially named Kiki Wong as their new touring guitarist, following the departure of Jeff Schroeder in late 2023. Continue reading…
Fans React to New Slipknot Drummer + Mask

Fans share their reaction to Slipknot's new drummer and mask, which made their debut last night during the band's first show of 2024. Continue reading…
Win a Billy Morrison 'The Morrison Project' Vinyl!

Find out how you can enter to win a special colored vinyl version of Billy Morrison's 'The Morrison Project' album. Continue reading…
Fans React to Motley Crue’s First Song Since Split With Mick Mars

What do people think of Motley Crue's new song 'Dogs of War'? It's a bit of a mixed bag of responses. Continue reading…
P.O.D.'s Sonny Sandoval Says New Record Is One of Their Best

As P.O.D. frontman Sonny Sandoval dives into the band's new album, 'Veritas,' he also reflects on their history of being labeled nu-metal, Christian and more. Continue reading…
Sammy Hagar Recalls ‘Brutal’ Van Halen Tour With Broken Tailbone

Onstage accident during 1988 opener led to daily shots – but at least he got to meet Sting. Continue reading…
Setlist + Video - Slipknot Play First Show With New Drummer

Slipknot have played their first show of 2024, which also marks their first performance with their new drummer after parting ways with Jay Weinberg last year. Continue reading…
The Lyrics to Motley Crue's New Song 'Dogs of War'

Read the lyrics to Motley Crue's song 'Dogs of War.' Continue reading…
Motley Crue Release New Song 'Dogs of War'

Motley Crue have released their first new song in five years titled 'Dogs of War,' which is also their first official song with guitarist John 5. Continue reading…
See the Mask for Slipknot's New Drummer

See the mask for Slipknot's new drummer, which was revealed during the band's first performance of 2024 in Pioneertown, California. Continue reading…
Huge First-Ever Achievement for Death Metal Just Happened

For the first time ever, a death metal tour played a historic venue in the United States. Continue reading…