80s Heavy Metal
The iconic KK’S PRIEST – featuring Judas Priest alum and GRAMMY Award musicians K.K. Downing (guitar) and Tim “Ripper” Owens (vocals), along with A.J....
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80s Heavy Metal
The upcoming debut album from SOLEDRIVER (Sweet / Del Vecchio) is a collaboration between two extremely talented and prolific songwriters, musicians, and producers, Michael...
80s Heavy Metal
Europe has returned with a brand new single “Hold Your Head Up”. No need to wait for The Final Countdown, you can watch it...
Alternative / Punk
The debut studio album by Sons Of The Divide, “Sinners Saints Rage and Grace,” was meticulously crafted during the early months of 2023 at...
80s Heavy Metal
Imagine finding this under the tree on Christmas morning! One of the coolest items we’ve ever offered in the Stryper store. Featuring a classic...
80s Heavy Metal
Frontiers Music Srl is pleased to announce the upcoming release of the newest studio album from Lynch Mob, “Babylon”. The band is known for...
80s Heavy Metal
Firehouse vocalist C.J. Snare has posted the following on the Official Firehouse Facebook Page regarding his upcoming surgery: TO ALL OUR FANS. IT BREAKS...
80s Heavy Metal
One of the most sensational and exciting frontmen of his time, Randy O made an impact on the industry in his brief career run...
Music Reviews
Glenn Hughes is known as “The Voice Of Rock”, and with good reason. After stints in bands like Trapeze, Deep Purple, Black Sabbath, and...
Christian Rock & Metal
The GMA Dove Awards, the Christian equivalent to the Grammy Awards, has announced their nominees for 2023. Skillet, one of the biggest bands of...
Hard Rock & Metal
OTEP unleashes her acerbic arsenal with her latest sonic attack, “The Way I Am,” following closely behind the fury-filled shrapnel of her previous single,...
80s Heavy Metal
One of the most-aired hard rock bands on MTV during the late ’80s and early ’90s was Winger, a band who had it all...
80s Heavy Metal
Renowned around the world as one of the greatest and most distinctive heavy metal vocalists of all time, Bruce Dickinson will be releasing a...
80s Heavy Metal
And now for something completely different…Queensryche gives us their version of the Billy Idol smash hit “Rebel Yell” which is a bonus track on...
80s Heavy Metal
Taken from the new album 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒏 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒔 𝑫𝒐𝒘𝒏 out 27 October, Dokken has released a new animated video for the brand new song “Gypsy”....
80s Heavy Metal
It is universally agreed that one of the greatest heavy metal vocalists of all-time is Rob Halford – who is often referred to as...
80s Heavy Metal
KK’S PRIEST – the iconic heavy metal group of iconic Judas Priest alum and GRAMMY Award-winning/nominated musicians K.K. Downing (guitar) and Tim “Ripper” Owens (vocals), along with...
80s Heavy Metal
Each year, it seems that the remaining 80s hard rock and metal bands that are still putting out new music seem to get smaller...
Hard Rock & Metal
It’s been a trying couple of years for one of the most enduring institutions of Southern Rock. In 2021, beloved veterans Black Oak Arkansas...
Hard Rock & Metal
When a band’s been featured on outlets like The Occult Unveiled podcast and Witches & Pagans Magazine in addition to the world’s biggest hard rock magazines,...
80s Heavy Metal
Steve Vai has posted the following update on G3: G3 is back! After close to 30 years, the original G3 lineup will be going...
Alternative / Punk
Many artists have long careers in music by doing one thing well and doing that same thing over and over again. And then there’s...
80s Rock & Pop
Duran Duran have revealed the official music video for their latest track and album namesake Danse Macabre. With creative director Linc Gasking at the helm, this stunning new clip...
Electronic / Industrial / EBM
SIGLOS is a heavy metal band combining aspects of Black Metal, Doom Metal, and Industrial Metal. The group features lead guitarist Sin Quirin, formerly...
80s Heavy Metal
Dangerous Toys, the bad boys of southern sleaze rock, capped their incredible run of powerful, memorable studio albums in 1999 with a spectacular live...
Hard Rock & Metal
The artwork for Kill Devil Hill’s third full-length release, “Seas Of Oblivion”, was created by legendary dark artist Mister Sam Shearon who has worked...
Hard Rock & Metal
Always the most controversial album in Motörhead’s catalog, Another Perfect Day was up against it from the start. After former Thin Lizzy guitarist Brian...
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On the heels of the excitement about the recent announcement of the upcoming Fall co- headline tour, industrial music icons Static-X are releasing a music video...
Hard Rock & Metal
After gaining notoriety internationally touring with renowned tribute band The Iron Maidens and original newcomers Heaven Below, female rocker from Dallas, Texas Nikki Stringfield is set to...
80s Heavy Metal
Kalamity Kills, the band identity for the music of Jamie Rowe, has announced their self-titled debut album, “Kalamity Kills.” The album will be released...
80s Heavy Metal
“I’m heartbroken to say I have received strict doctor’s orders not to sing for the next thirty days. I sustained vocal cord damage during...
80s Heavy Metal
Stryper’s drummer, Robert Sweet had this to say about the release: Exciting News: To Hell with the Devil, Live from SpiritHouse (Video) is now...
80s Heavy Metal
Tigertailz have announced the following regarding brand new music: Tigertailz to release 4 track 12″ colour vinyl EP ‘A Little Bit Of Rock’ *This...
Hard Rock & Metal
The heavy and sinister groove-laden track explores the concept of making a Mephistophelian bargain for diabolical favors to achieve your Hollywood dreams. The song...
80s Heavy Metal
The song is a bonus track from their FULL THROTTLE LIVE album that was released on May 26, 2023. The album was recorded live...
Alternative / Punk
Christian Death’s iconic Death Mix bursts through the mausoleum door after 27 years since its original release. This brand-new reissue brings new life to the macabre...
80s Heavy Metal
The 1980s gave rise to the fast-growing Christian rock and metal scene, and Whitecross led the way. Whitecross’s early sound is often compared to...
Alternative / Punk
Date: August 26th, 2023 Venue: Mid-Florida Credit Union Amphitheater The Freaks On Parade Tour hit Tampa Florida like a hurricane. The concert featured Rob...
Hard Rock & Metal
On September 15th internationally, Hells Headbangers will release on cassette tape a grand total of ten albums and one EP from the legendary Cannibal Corpse....
Alternative / Punk
Date: August 26th Venue: Mid-Florida Credit Union Amphitheater, Tampa, FL Filter got the opening spot on the Freaks On Parade tour which also included...
Alternative / Punk
Hard Rock & Metal
Live shots from The Freaks On Parade Tour on August 26th, 2023. All photos by Bobby Caughron (XS ROCK)
80s Heavy Metal
W.A.S.P. announce ‘The 7 Savage: 1984-1992’ deluxe 8LP boxset from their ‘Capitol Years’, with studio album half-speed mastering, LP of bonus tracks, 60 page...
80s Heavy Metal
LYNCH MOB, announces new studio album ‘Babylon’. The band is known for their high energy hard rock and guitar-driven vibe, while featuring elements of classic rock, blues, and metal,...
Hard Rock & Metal
Live concert shots of Alice Cooper on The Freaks On Parade Tour on August 26th, 2023. All photos by Bobby Caughron (XSROCK)
Electronic / Industrial / EBM
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Hard Rock & Metal
Flashback to 1982. It is spring in Essen, Stauderstraße in the Altenessen district, a small musty rehearsal room in an industrial wasteland area. Three...
Hard Rock & Metal
Since their formation in 1994, SEVENDUST have attained success with three consecutive RIAA gold-certified albums, a Grammy nomination, have sold millions of records worldwide,...
80s Heavy Metal
Former Whitesnake guitarist Bernie Marsden who co-wrote some of the band’s many hits including “Here I Go Again’ has passed away at age 72....
Alternative / Punk
Filter is always creative with each album outing and their latest, “The Algorithm” is no exception to that rule. This album sees Richard Patrick...
80s Heavy Metal
Alternative / Punk
Music Reviews
Glenn Hughes is known as “The Voice Of Rock”, and with good reason. After stints in bands like Trapeze, Deep Purple, Black Sabbath, and...
Alternative / Punk
Date: August 26th Venue: Mid-Florida Credit Union Amphitheater, Tampa, FL Filter got the opening spot on the Freaks On Parade tour which also included...
Alternative / Punk
The term “legendary” is often thrown around loosely these days, but the word legendary absolutely applies to the Misfits. The Misfits hit the scene...
80s Heavy Metal
Formed in 1981, Savage Grace was never a band that was mentioned alongside 80s metal bands like Judas Priest, Motley Crue, Ratt, Quiet Riot,...
80s Heavy Metal
Artist: Overkill Album: Scorched Label: Nuclear Blast Records Release Date: April 14th, 2023 Overkill is like AC/DC to me in the fact that you...
80s Heavy Metal
one of the best box sets that encompass the absolute best sound by one of the best bands to come out of the Sunset...
Where Are They Now?
W.A.S.P. was originally known for outrageous antics such as throwing raw meat into the audience and appearing to torture people on a horror-themed stage....
Hard Rock & Metal
Winger released their debut album “Winger in 1988 and it scored the band its first platinum-selling album. Winger released its second album In the...
Hard Rock & Metal
Britny Fox was formed in 1985 with “Dizzy” Dean Davidson on vocals, former Cinderella drummer Tony Destra, former Cinderella guitarist Michael Kelly Smith and...
Hard Rock & Metal
After guitarist Jake E. Lee was fired from Ozzy Osbourne’s solo band, Badlands was formed when Lee recruited bassist Greg Chaisson, former Black Sabbath...
Hard Rock & Metal
Hurricane started out in 1983-84 with the original lineup of lead vocalist Kelly Hansen (vocals/rhythm guitar), Robert Sarzo (guitar), Tony Cavazo (bass), and Jay...
Hard Rock & Metal
Black ‘N Blue was formed in 1981 and released four successful and critically acclaimed albums through Geffen Records including their self-titled debut (1984),...
Alternative / Punk
The debut studio album by Sons Of The Divide, “Sinners Saints Rage and Grace,” was meticulously crafted during the early months of 2023 at...
Alternative / Punk
Many artists have long careers in music by doing one thing well and doing that same thing over and over again. And then there’s...
Alternative / Punk
Christian Death’s iconic Death Mix bursts through the mausoleum door after 27 years since its original release. This brand-new reissue brings new life to the macabre...
Alternative / Punk
Date: August 26th, 2023 Venue: Mid-Florida Credit Union Amphitheater The Freaks On Parade Tour hit Tampa Florida like a hurricane. The concert featured Rob...
Alternative / Punk
Alternative / Punk
Filter is always creative with each album outing and their latest, “The Algorithm” is no exception to that rule. This album sees Richard Patrick...
80s Rock & Pop
Duran Duran have revealed the official music video for their latest track and album namesake Danse Macabre. With creative director Linc Gasking at the helm, this stunning new clip...
80s Rock & Pop
Relive the pinnacle of ‘80s new wave with this fantastic vintage concert from icons, Missing Persons! Recorded during a single night at a club...
80s Rock & Pop
Legendary rockers, NIGHT RANGER are releasing a brand-new live album titled, ’40 Years and a Night with Contemporary Youth Orchestra’, that is due out...
80s Rock & Pop
You know the name and you can’t mistake the voice. Now you can read the incredible story of how a shy, music-loving teenager called...
80s Rock & Pop
The Go-Gos guitarist and backing vocalist Jane Wiedlin happily shows of her birthday suit in a new photo on her 65th birthday. On Jane’s...
80s Rock & Pop
80s Heavy Metal
The iconic KK’S PRIEST – featuring Judas Priest alum and GRAMMY Award musicians K.K. Downing (guitar) and Tim “Ripper” Owens (vocals), along with A.J....
80s Heavy Metal
The upcoming debut album from SOLEDRIVER (Sweet / Del Vecchio) is a collaboration between two extremely talented and prolific songwriters, musicians, and producers, Michael...
80s Heavy Metal
Europe has returned with a brand new single “Hold Your Head Up”. No need to wait for The Final Countdown, you can watch it...
80s Heavy Metal
Imagine finding this under the tree on Christmas morning! One of the coolest items we’ve ever offered in the Stryper store. Featuring a classic...
80s Heavy Metal
Frontiers Music Srl is pleased to announce the upcoming release of the newest studio album from Lynch Mob, “Babylon”. The band is known for...
80s Heavy Metal
Firehouse vocalist C.J. Snare has posted the following on the Official Firehouse Facebook Page regarding his upcoming surgery: TO ALL OUR FANS. IT BREAKS...