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Chris Jericho And Fozzy Return With New Song “I Know Evil”
Chris Jericho And Fozzy Return With New Song “I Know Evil”…Powerhouse rockers FOZZY release another banger just in time for their upcoming Spring 2026 Twisted Faith Tour. “I Know Evil” takes listeners on a ride of heavy riffs and melodic
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Metallica Releasing 15 CD Box Set Of ReLoad
Metallica Releasing 15 CD Box Set Of ReLoad…Metallica is continuing to release remasters of their catalog, with the latest being the 4x-platinum ReLoad, available everywhere on June 26th. Produced by Bob Rock, ReLoad is the follow-up to 5x-platinum Load. ReLoad
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Riot V Singer Quits Band After 13 Years
Riot V Singer Quits Band After 13 Years…Riot V singer Todd Michael Hall has posted the following update regarding his decision to quit the band: I am stepping down as the lead singer of Riot V.Being a member of Riot
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Dimmu Borgir Gets Brutal With “Ascent” Music Video
Dimmu Borgir Gets Brutal With “Ascent” Music Video…Norwegian extreme metal titans DIMMU BORGIR have officially announced their long-awaited new studio album, Grand Serpent Rising, set for release on May 22 via Nuclear Blast Records.Returning to the studio in Gothenburg, the
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Ex-Motley Crue Singer John Corabi Releases “1969”
Ex-Motley Crue Singer John Corabi Releases “1969”…JOHN CORABI is proud to release his long-awaited solo debut, ‘New Day,’ out now via Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate the release, JOHN also shares his new single “1969,” alongside an official music video,
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Theory Of A Deadman Release New Song “Barricade”
Theory Of A Deadman Release New Song “Barricade”…Multi-platinum rock powerhouse THEORY OF A DEADMAN returns with their hard-hitting new single, “Barricade.” Marking a new chapter for the band, the track delivers their signature mix of gritty riffs, anthemic hooks, and
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LOVE/HATE’S PUNK ROCK FIESTA! GETS DELUXE REISSUE
LOVE/HATE’S PUNK ROCK FIESTA! GETS DELUXE REISSUE…Kenyon Records is proud to announce the deluxe 2026 edition of Punk Rock Fiesta! from Love/Hate, arriving May 1, 2026. This release also marks a major milestone for the label, as Kenyon Records officially partners
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Coal Chamber Drummer Reveals Cancer Journey
Coal Chamber Drummer Reveals Cancer Journey…As Coal Chamber gets ready to hit the stage as part of the Sick New World festival in Las Vegas, N (Saturday, April 25th, Coal Chamber drummer Mikey “Bug” Cox is today making his own
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Armored Saint Release “Hit A Moonshot” Video
Armored Saint Release “Hit A Moonshot” Video…American heavy metal icons, ARMORED SAINT, are pleased to present their new single, “Hit A Moonshot.” The track comes off the band’s upcoming new full-length, Emotion Factory Reset, set for release on May 22nd
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Korn Returns With Ultra-Heavy New Song “Reward The Scars”
Korn Returns With Ultra-Heavy New Song “Reward The Scars”…The first new single by Korn in four years, “Reward The Scars,” was recorded for the Diablo IV video game expansion Lord of Hatred. Korn is set to begin a tour of
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Skid Row’s Rachel Bolan Releases New Song “Anything But You”
Skid Row’s Rachel Bolan Releases New Song “Anything But You”…Rachel Bolan is back with the release of his second solo single and official video, “Anything But You.” The track offers another powerful preview of his forthcoming album Gargoyle of the
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Rainbow To Release Down To Earth Tour 1979 3 Disc Set
Rainbow To Release Down To Earth Tour 1979 3 Disc Set…A deluxe set of never-before-released vintage live performances capturing Ritchie Blackmore’s hugely influential band on tour in support of their stellar Down To Earth album! Down To Earth was the
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Airbourne Release New Album And Single
Airbourne Release New Album And Single…Today, AIRBOURNE is announcing their new self-titled album in a truly original manner. See below the band’s heartfelt letter to Lemmy, sharing their journey through this album’s process and paying homage to their mentor and
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The Best Of Judas Priest Album Releasing In June
The Best Of Judas Priest Album Releasing In June…Judas Priest today announces the upcoming release ‘The Best Of Judas Priest’, a career-spanning collection celebrating one of the most influential and enduring bands in heavy metal, out via Sony Music on
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Sebastian Bach Sings In New Video For Supergroup Nuclear Messiah
Sebastian Bach Sings In New Video For Supergroup Nuclear Messiah…“Look At Yourself,” is actually an original song by Uriah Heep with this version featuring Sebastian Bach (Ex-Skid Row), Mick Box (Uriah Heep), Bob Daisley (Uriah Heep, Ozzy Osbourne), Derek Sherinian
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Stephen Pearcy Adds Former Whitesnake Guitarist To Solo Band
Stephen Pearcy Adds Former Whitesnake Guitarist To Solo Band…STEPHEN PEARCY RELOADS HIS RATT PACK WITH JOEL HOEKSTRA –ADDING A HIGH VOLTAGE KICK TO THE HEAD RATT’S SHOW. Renowned guitarist Joel Hoekstra, who has collaborated with esteemed artists Foreinger, Whitesnake and
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The Late Nick Menza Gets Serpent From Eden Album Released
The Late Nick Menza Gets Serpent From Eden Album Released…Former Megadeth stickman, Nick Menza, forms the backbone of these powerful recordings by monster metal outfit Serpent From Eden alongside band founders guitarist John “Gumby” Goodwin (Ozzy, Ringo Starr, George Clinton)
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Jungle Rot Releases Video For “Maniacal”
Jungle Rot Releases Video For “Maniacal”…On May 15th, old school death metal legends Jungle Rot will release their 12th full-length album, Cruel Face Of War. Dave Matrise (vocals, guitars) comments: “‘Maniacal’ is one of those songs that just hits you
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Hear New Firehouse Song “Midnight Gasoline”
Hear New Firehouse Song “Midnight Gasoline”…The song features the band’s new singer, Nate Peck, who took over from C.J. Snare, who died on April 5, 2024, at the age of 64, after a long battle with cancer. Firehouse released their
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Watch Lynch Mob Video From Upcoming Live Album
Watch Lynch Mob Video From Upcoming Live Album…Legendary hard rock titans Lynch Mob are thrilled to announce the release of the live album “The Final Ride”, out on May 29, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. The band share also a
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All-Star Rainbow Tribute Album Announced
All-Star Rainbow Tribute Album Announced…The mighty Rainbow, Ritchie Blackmore’s post-Purple juggernaut, receives its full flowers on this star-studded tribute album entitled “Ride The Rainbow”! Performances by no fewer than six Rainbow alumni – Bob Daisley, Graham Bonnet, Don Airey, Joe
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Watch New Spread Eagle Video “Flat Earth Vultures”
Watch New Spread Eagle Video “Flat Earth Vultures”…Today, hard rock veterans SPREAD EAGLE unleash their new single “Flat Earth Vultures,” taken from their upcoming album, ‘The Brutal Divine,’ out on June 12, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. The new track
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Venom Releases New Song “Kicked Outta Hell”
Venom Releases New Song “Kicked Outta Hell”…The second single from Venom’s forthcoming new album, Into Oblivion, is the bludgeoning Kicked Outta Hell, which is a ferocious thrasher of a track and while it has hints of classic Venom it also
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Sonic Temple Festival Announces Performance Times
Sonic Temple Festival Announces Performance Times…The 4-Day Destination EventTakes Over Historic Crew Stadium In Columbus, Ohio. With Over 145 Bands On 5 Stages, Including: My Chemical Romance, Pierce The Veil, Breaking Benjamin (Thursday),Shinedown, Staind, Sublime (Friday),Bring Me The Horizon, Good
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Tesla Releases “I Love You” Video From New Album
Tesla Releases “I Love You” Video From New Album…The acclaimed American hard rock band TESLA is proud to announce their new album, ‘Homage,’ set for release on July 17, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. Marking a full-circle moment in their
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Evanescence Release New Song “Who Will You Follow”
Evanescence Release New Song “Who Will You Follow”…Evanescence states: We are so incredibly excited to announce our new album, Sanctuary. It’ll be out on streaming platforms on June 5th. Our new single, Who Will You Follow, is out NOW and
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Godsmack Singer and Extreme Guitarist Joins Billy Morrison For “Becoming”
Godsmack Singer and Extreme Guitarist Joins Billy Morrison For “Becoming”…BILLY MORRISON JOINS FORCES WITH SULLY ERNA AND NUNO BETTENCOURT FOR “BECOMING,” THE FIRST TRACK FROM MORRISON’S NEW ALBUM ‘HOLLOW’. British guitarist, singer, and songwriter BILLY MORRISON releases “Becoming.” The powerhouse
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Welcome To Rockville Festival Announces Performance Times
Welcome To Rockville Festival Announces Performance Times…Welcome To RockvilleMusic Set Times Released For 15th Anniversary Of Florida’s Largest Rock, Metal & Punk FestivalMay 7-10, 2026, at Daytona International Speedway. Originally launched in Jacksonville, Florida in 2011, Welcome To Rockville found
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Atreyu Drops New Song “Children Of The Light”
Atreyu Drops New Song “Children Of The Light”…Today, while gearing up for their spring tour supporting Sevendust, ATREYU are excited to unleash their new single, “Children Of Light,” featuring the legendary Max Cavalera. The new track is taken from ATREYU’s
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Sanctuary Releases “Not Of The Living” Video
Sanctuary Releases “Not Of The Living” Video…Today, legendary American heavy metal band SANCTUARY is proud to announce their official signing to BLKIIBLK. To celebrate, the band returns with a powerful new chapter in their storied career: the brand-new single “Not
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Savatage Releasing Live Album From 1990
Savatage Releasing Live Album From 1990…Madness Reigns From The Gutter. Savatage’s explosive 1990 official live show from the North American leg of the legendary Gutter Ballet tour is becoming available for the first time ever. “Madness Reigns From The Gutter
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Twisted Sister Announce Shows With Sebastian Bach Singing
Twisted Sister Announce Shows With Sebastian Bach Singing…Twisted Sister has posted the following: The wait is over! We are thrilled to announce our first shows for Fall 2026 featuring Jay Jay French, Eddie Ojeda, and lead vocalist Sebastian Bach. Presale
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Rob Zombie Releases “The Black Scorpion” Video
Rob Zombie Releases “The Black Scorpion” Video…Rock and metal icon ROB ZOMBIE has unveiled the music video for his latest single, “The Black Scorpion,” taken from his acclaimed new album, The Great Satan. Bathed in eerie green light, Zombie and
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Six Feet Under Release “Mutilated Corpse In The Woods” Video
Six Feet Under Release “Mutilated Corpse In The Woods” Video…”Mutilated Corpse In The Woods” is the newest single from American death metal legends SIX FEET UNDER. The track appears on their forthcoming new full-length, Next To Die, set for release
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Stephen Pearcy Releases New Song “I NEED U”
Stephen Pearcy Releases New Song “I NEED U”…Ratt founder Stephen Pearcy has just released the first single from his upcoming new solo album, and it’s everything the fans have been hoping for. Get loud. Get ready. Get in. Rock icon
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Confess Rock It 80s Style With “The Warriors”
Confess Rock It 80s Style With “The Warriors”…Sweden’s sleaze/metal stalwarts Confess have unveiled today the new single and official video, “The Warriors”, taken from their upcoming fourth studio album “Metalmorphosis”, set for release on May 15, 2026, via Frontiers Music
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Last In Line Replacing Singer Andrew Freeman
Last In Line Replacing Singer Andrew Freeman…Supergroup Last In Line, featuring ex-Dio members Vivian Campbell and Vinny Appice, alongside bassist Phil Soussan (Ozzy Osbourne), is apparently moving forward without singer Andrew Freeman. Freeman had been with the band since its
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Arch Enemy And Megadeth Guitarist Debate Song Origin
Arch Enemy And Megadeth Guitarist Debate Song Origin…Recently, Megadeth guitarist Kiko Loureiro seemed to point out that Arch Enemy’s “To The Last Breath” and his song “Talking Dreams”, from the album “Theory Of Mind”, which was released in 2024, sounded
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Sevendust Releases Clay-Mation Style Video For “Threshold”
Sevendust Releases Clay-Mation Style Video For “Threshold”…The band has released the new single and video for the song “Threshold” from their new album “One”, out May 1st. Catch Sevendust on tour: One Tour:Apr 16 – Carterville, IL – Walker’s Bluff
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Dogma Unleashes Video For “Fate Unblinds”
Dogma Unleashes Video For “Fate Unblinds”…Provocative hard rock force Dogma marks Good Friday with the arrival of “Fate Unblinds,” a cinematic, high-impact metal anthem that signals a bold new chapter for the band. The single is their first original release
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Ex-Skid Row Singer Releases “Born To Break” Video
Ex-Skid Row Singer Releases “Born To Break” Video…Former Skid Row singer Erik Gronwall has just released a new video and single from his upcoming solo album “Bad Bones”. You can check out the new song “Born To Break” below: Lead
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The Callous Daoboys Release Gigantic Parasite Tongue”
The Callous Daoboys Release Gigantic Parasite Tongue”…Alternative metal collective The Callous Daoboys return with a blazing new single, “Gigantic Parasite Tongue.” The track is the first new music from the band since the release of their 2025 acclaimed album, I
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Harm’s Way Guitarist Bo Lueders Dies
Harm’s Way Guitarist Bo Lueders Dies…Bo Lueders was only 39 years old. Lueders was also the host of the Hardlore Podcast, and they have posted the following statement: “It is with heavy, broken hearts that we share that our beloved
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Nuclear Messiah Features 34 Legendary Rock Artists
Nuclear Messiah Features 34 Legendary Rock Artists…Set for release on April 24th, this album is described as hands down the biggest release in the metal world this year, a mega-powered supergroup uniting 34 legendary musicians from across 5 decades of
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What Do WASP, Tesla, and Saliva Have In Common?
What Do WASP, Tesla, and Saliva Have In Common?… New supergroup T3RMINAL! Current Tesla Bassist Brian Wheat joins Ex-Tesla Guitarist Tommy Skeoch, Ex-WASP Guitarist Chris Holmes, and Ex-Saliva Singer Josey Scott in forming this new band. A brand new modern
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Stephen Pearcy Explains Why Being A Rock Singer Is Dangerous But Worth The Risk
Stephen Pearcy Explains Why Being A Rock Singer Is Dangerous But Worth The Risk…The Ratt Singer explains: You remember the #80s going to the arena rock concerts (not called hair metal then) where ANYTHING went down and surely did. Packed
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Rock Legends Alice Cooper and Suzi Quatro Team Up On “Kick Out The Jams”
Rock Legends Alice Cooper and Suzi Quatro Team Up On “Kick Out The Jams”…Alice Cooper joined Suzi Quatro for a new cover of the MC5 classic “Kick Out The Jams” in a new single, and you can watch the video
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Deep Purple, Kansas, and Jefferson Starship Announce North American Tour
Deep Purple, Kansas, and Jefferson Starship Announce North American Tour…Rock legends Deep Purple have announced their 2026 North American tour, joined by special guests Kansas. The tour will see these iconic acts bring an unforgettable night of classic rock to
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Kreator Release “Loyal To The Grave” Video
Kreator Release “Loyal To The Grave” Video…Following the electrifying kickoff of their extensive European tour, metal legends KREATOR are keeping the momentum alive with the release of a brand-new music video for ‘Loyal To The Grave,’ the powerful closing track
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80s King Diamond Lineup Reunites in Lex Legion With New Singer
80s King Diamond Lineup Reunites in Lex Legion With New Singer…Lex Legion is a brand-new band comprised of old friends with incredible heavy metal pedigree. Comprising four-fifths of the classic late 1980s King Diamond lineup. Vocalist Nils K. Rue, Pete
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