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How Lamb of God Learned to 'Carve Out Space' for Randy Blythe

"I want to die a member of this band," Blythe tells Loudwire. Continue reading…
56 Bands 2026 Vans Warped Tour Announced This Past Week

Sleeping With Sirens, Rise Against, Black Veil Brides and Pennywise are among the 56 new acts that were announced for the 2026 Vans Warped Tour over the past week. Continue reading…
Keanu Reeves' Grunge Band Returns With New Album + Tour Dates

Keanu Reeves' grunge band Dogstar will drop a new album and tour the U.S. this May. Continue reading…
Green Carnation Ready to Fully Bloom With Prog Album Trilogy

We spoke to one of Norway's most emotionally powerful prog metal bands about their upcoming album, their legacy and why melancholia is a key part of their music. Continue reading…
The 'Big 4' Bands of '80s Metal

Our picks for the 'Big 4' bands and artists that represent 1980s metal are Ozzy Osbourne, Judas Priest, Iron Maiden and Metallica. Continue reading…
13 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week

Killswitch Engage, Kittie and Sabaton all announced big tours this past week. Continue reading…
Des Rocs Reflects on His Lifelong Journey to Make Music

Des Rocs joins Loudwire Nights to look back on his lifelong dream of making music and also shares some details on his next full-length album. Continue reading…
Win a Trip to See Guns N' Roses in Las Vegas This Summer

Win a trip to Vegas to experience Guns N' Roses at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on August 22, 2026. Continue reading…
The New Rock + Metal Albums Out Today

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026. Continue reading…
Metallica Add Even More Dates at Las Vegas Sphere — 4 New Shows

Just hours after they added six new dates to their Las Vegas Sphere residency, Metallica have tacked on four more. Continue reading…
Metallica Add 6 More 2027 Las Vegas Sphere Residency Dates

Metallica just added six more dates to their residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, extending the residency into February of 2027. Continue reading…
Brandon Saller Discusses Atreyu's Next Album, Band's Legacy

Brandon Saller dives into Atreyu's latest song, their next record and takes some time to reflect on the band's career. Continue reading…
Injury Forces Industrial Metal Legends to Retire From Touring

Godflesh's Justin Broadrick is stepping away from the concert stage after recent abdominal surgery and he reveals plans two final albums for the group. Continue reading…
Sharon Osbourne Blasts Photographer Over Ozzy Photo Lawsuit

Sharon Osbourne blasted photographer Neil Zlowzower during an episode of 'The Osbournes' podcast over a lawsuit he filed against Ozzy. Continue reading…
10 Essential '70s Metal Albums You Should Own on Vinyl

We picked 10 classic metal from the 1970s that absolutely need to be part of your record collection. Continue reading…