Metallica needs no introduction…as one of the greatest rock bands of all time, they have weathered turmoil, disaster, and heartbreak over their more than 40 years on the scene. The band has had some ups and downs in their...
Bobby Caughron
Bobby Caughron is a music journalist and Editor-In-Chief for XS ROCK. He began a life-long fan of hard rock and metal music after hearing KISS as a kid. He is still an avid fan of the 80s metal scene and continues to discover and write about new music in all rock genres today.
Members Of Megadeth, Enuff Z’Nuff, Kik Tracee and Bang Tango Cover Ah! Leah! By Donnie Iris

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Grammy Award-winning bassist David Ellefson has unveiled a year-end holiday treat in the form of a fresh and dynamic rendition of the 1980s classic Ah! Leah! by legendary singer-songwriter Donnie Iris. The track features an impressive lineup, including vocalists...
Close Enemies, a powerhouse band featuring legendary musicians Tom Hamilton, multiple Grammy winner, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member, and bassist of the biggest-selling American rock band of all time, Aerosmith, is joined by legendary drummer Tony Brock...
If you’ve ever heard or never heard Dread Zeppelin, this documentary is for you. Dread Zeppelin is for you. Dread Zeppelin is one of the most unique bands in rock music history. Mixing Reggae with Led Zeppelin sung by...
Watch Former Megadeth Guitarist Marty Friedman’s New Video For “Song For An Eternal Child”

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Innovative guitar visionary MARTY FRIEDMAN shares a new single, “Song for an Eternal Child,” from his latest solo album ‘Drama.’ This track is accompanied by the album’s second music video, available below. About “Song for an Eternal Child,” MARTY...
Netflix has made the entire half-time performance of Beyonce’ available to watch on their YouTube Channel. Check it out below:
Sodom is one of the great thrash metal bands to come out of Germany. Originally released in 1992 “Tapping The Vein” was the band’s fifth album and went for a thrash/death metal crossover style. This incredible Box set features...
KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons has just announced a string of new 2025 Solo Tour Dates. KISS played their final show as a band on December 2nd, 2023 and now Gene and his band are touring solo doing a variety...
Brian Perera, Cleopatra Records CEO shared the news of Chaos’ death on social media earlier today: With heartfelt sadness, I extend my deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Casey Chaos. I had the privilege of working...
LA Guns have announced the following: In support of our new record “Leopard Skin” we will be touring heavily next year. Here is the first leg of the tour dates. Album will be released in the beginning of April...