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Red Dragon Cartel Singer Diagnosed With Dementia…Darren James Smith, who sang on the first two albums of Jake E. Lee’s Red Dragon Cartel, is currently dealing with some serious health issues. His daughter reported the following on his Facebook page:

KISS Releasing 1976 Live Album “KISS Destroys Anaheim”…KISS Destroys Anaheim ’76 is being released in various formats, including a 2LP Picture Disc, commemorating the 50th anniversary of one of the most seminal concerts in KISStory – on August 20, 1976,

Stryper Announce New Album, Watch Video For “Throne Of Thorns”…Today, legendary Christian metal pioneers STRYPER return with a commanding new chapter in their storied career, their 18th studio album: ‘Throne Of Thorns,’ set for release on September 25th via Frontiers

Original Shotgun Messiah Singer And Guitarist Returns With New Song “Sever”…Zan/Cody has returned with their second single from their upcoming album. Zinny Zan said: “Sever” is a loud and clear anthem of defiance against the hidden forces that corrupt, consume,

Whitesnake Classic Albums Get Vinyl Releases…The multi-Platinum albums Slide It In, Whitesnake, and Slip of the Tongue will return to vinyl on September 18 in their original U.S. formats, alongside limited-edition collector pressings Featuring enduring hard rock anthems “Here I

Twisted Sister Announce More Dates With Sebastian Bach on vocals… Twisted Sister has now added a few more dates to their tour itinerary with Sebastian Bach singing for the band after Dee Snider resigned due to health issues. September4 –

The Black Crowes Get Back On Track In Charlotte…Live Concert Review Alexander Sink Truliant Amphitheater Charlotte, NC June 6, 2026 The Black Crowes, and especially frontman Chris Robinson, found themselves quickly in the headlines the first week of June due

Glam/Sleaze Rockers Velveteen Queen Release “Adrenaline”…Swedish hard-rock risers Velveteen Queen have unveiled the video for their new single ‘Adrenaline’. The track is the second single from their eagerly anticipated sophomore album, The Greater Good, set for release on September 18th

Watch Epica Video Featuring Alissa White-Gluz, Elize Ryd & Charlotte Wessels!…Having wrapped up their vast Arcane Dimensions Tour earlier this year, symphonic metal powerhouse EPICA have now unveiled a soul-stirring live version of their track ‘Sirens – Of Blood And

Yngwie Malmsteen Releasing New Album “Hell Or High Water”…Swedish guitar master Yngwie Malmsteen has announced that he will be releasing a brand new album this year called “Hell Or High Water”. Malmsten’s latest studio album is “Parabellum,” which was released

Ratt Releasing 40th Anniversary Edition Of “Dancing Undercover”…This Limited Edition Gatefold LP features reimagined cover artwork, and a zoetrope vinyl with moving images of the iconic band’s logo and the members themselves, all housed in an opaque bag. “With “Dancing

Watch New Tesla Video For “Never Alone”…Today, the acclaimed American hard rock band TESLA is proud to unveil their new single, “Never Alone,” taken from their upcoming album, ‘Homage,’ set for release on July 17, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.

Savatage Guitarist Chris Caffery Gets Albums Re-Released…This summer, Metalville is releasing reissues of two out-of-print albums by Chris Caffery: Pins and Needles on June 26th, and Faces on July 30th. Pins and Needles (originally released in 2007) marks an important

Faith No More To Tour In 2027…Faith No More rattled the cage of their fans when they placed a picture of a live audience on their front page at https://www.fnm.com/ with a giant 2027 in the middle of the screen.

Hear Sebastian Bach Sing “Man on the Silver Mountain” With All-Star Musicians…The mighty Rainbow, Ritchie Blackmore’s post-Purple juggernaut, receives its full flowers on this star-studded tribute album! Performances by no fewer than six Rainbow alumni – Bob Daisley, Graham Bonnet,

Sleaze Rockers Salty Dog Releasing Live Album…Brotherhood, a key component of a successful band, is what binds a band together. Salty Dog contained those attributes to a “T,” as was evident in their live show. Salty Dog started out as

Europe Releases Video For “The Cult Of Ignorance”…Famous for their hit song “The Final Countdown”, Europe have returned with a brand new album, ‘Come This Madness’, the band’s 12th studio album. Check out their new single and video called “The

Armored Saint Releases “Every Man-Any Man” Video…The track comes off the band’s critically-lauded new full-length, Emotion Factory Reset, out now on Metal Blade Records. “‘Any man has his price’ is a more familiar phrase and that’s the theme, but we

Saliva Release Video For New Song “Sadistic Love”…A dark, guitar-driven anthem of obsession, chaos, and toxic desire, delivering a heavy, hook-filled return to Saliva’s signature early-2000s sound. “Sadistic Love” is a dark, moody, guitar-driven track that taps into the early-2000s

Doro Gets “Doro Live” Reissued On CD and DVD… Originally released in 1993, Live captures Doro Pesch at a pivotal point in her career. The audio recordings were made during her “Angels Never Die” tour in the early ’90s and

Aerosmith Releases 50th Anniversary Legendary Edition Of Debut Album…Aerosmith has announced the following: Multi-GRAMMY® Award-winning Rock and Roll Hall of Fame® inductees Aerosmith have released Aerosmith (Legendary Edition). For the first time, the Boston rock legends (Steven Tyler, Joe Perry,

Armored Saint to Join Metal Church on US Co-Headlining Tour…ARMORED SAINT will join Metal Church for a US co-headlining tour this Fall! The Metal Saint Tour 2026 will commence on November 2nd in San Juan Capistrano, California and runs through

Watch Bulletboys Singer Cover Ozzy With “Flying High Again”…Marq Torien, vocalist for the Bulletboys, has just released a video for “Flying High Again”, the first single from the upcoming OZZY / SABBATH – The Ultimate Tribute album. Eönian Records proudly

Paul Di’Anno’s Battlezone Gets 40th Anniversary Album Release…In 1986, legendary vocalist Paul Di’Anno who was the unmistakable original voice behind Iron Maiden’s formative years launched a bold new chapter with the release of Fighting Back, the explosive debut album from

Greta Van Fleet Returns With “Play Your Games” Video…Greta Van Fleet has returned with their first new song since 2023. The band, comprised of Jake Kiszka, Sam Kiszka, Josh Kiszka, and Danny Wagner, had been the source of rumors suggesting

The daily music schedule has been announced for Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival, where more than 65 bands will take over the historic Ohio State Reformatory grounds in Mansfield, Ohio, on July 17-19 for one of the most unique events

Femme Fatale’s Lorraine Lewis Sings “Jackson” With Blacklist Union…A High-Octane Re-imagining of the Classic June Carter & Johnny Cash Anthem. Dirty rock n’ roll is alive and kicking, and BLACKLIST UNION has lit the fuse by today, releasing their blistering

Motley Crue’s Tommy Lee Releases Video For “Stupid World”…The song is from the album Tommyland Rides Again, a new reimagining of songs from his 2005 album Tommyland the Ride. For more on Tommy Lee and Motley Crue, visit: https://motley.com

Night Ranger Releasing “Best Of” Album…Hard rock legends NIGHT RANGER are proud to announce their new ‘Best Of’ album, set for release on August 28th via Frontiers Music Srl. The album features newly remixed & remastered versions of classic hits

Bon Scott 80th Birthday Bash Announced…The third annual Bon’s Birthday Bash will be held on Thursday, July 9 in New York City at The Cutting Room (44 E 32nd St). The only U.S. tribute event authorized by the Bon Scott

GENE SIMMONS’ LEGENDS OF ROCK EXPO Unites Iconic Rock Stars…Get ready to experience GENE SIMMONS’ LEGENDS OF ROCK EXPO—presented by the KISS legend himself—taking place September 25, 26, and 27 at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. Tickets and VIP

Sweet Gets “The Answer” Album Re-released…Metalville announces July 10th as the international release date for Sweet’s The Answer. Originally released in 1992 under the title A, a version of the original album expanded to include various bonus tracks, titled The

Adrian Vandenberg Launches “My Whitesnake Years” Tour…Distinguished guitarist Adrian Vandenberg is bringing a powerhouse night of classic hard rock to U.S. audiences this August with “My Whitesnake Years” tour. The tour features an all-star lineup including acclaimed guitarist Vinnie Moore

Hear Tesla Cover Queen With “Spread Your Wings”…Today, the acclaimed American hard rock band TESLA is proud to share a new cover of Queen’s 1977 classic, “Spread Your Wings,” taken from their upcoming album, ‘Homage,’ set for release on July

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

Hear “Power” From Operation Mindcrime III…Former Queensryche vocalist, Geoff Tate, has released a new single from his upcoming album, Operation Mindcrime II. The track “Power” is now available to listen to below: For more on Geoff Tate, visit: https://www.geofftate.com/

Geoff Tate Releasing Operation Mindcrime III…Former Queensrÿche vocalist Geoff Tate is releasing his new album, Operation: Mindcrime III, on May 3rd, 2026. The story continues. Legendary vocalist Geoff Tate returns to the dystopian world first introduced on the groundbreaking concept

A host of celebrated musicians gather on this collection for the ultimate tribute to the bad boys of rock, AC/DC!

AC/DC Announces New “Power Up” Tour Dates…THE WORLD’S GREATEST ROCK N ROLL BAND TO PLAY 21 DATES KICKING OFF 2026 TICKETS ON SALE 10 AM LOCAL TIME NOVEMBER 7 AC/DC, the legendary multi-million-selling band, have today thrilled millions of fans by

Former MTV Headbanger’s Ball host Riki Rachtman has provided and update on what’s happening with him these days: I always preach NEVER GIVE UP. I believe I have had many ups and downs in my career. I feel that I