80s Rock & Pop
One of the most quintessentially ‘80s rock groups is back with a brand new studio album of all original material that revives the band’s...
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Introducing the sound of Silveroller. Hi-energy rock n’ roll played with heart and soul, played tight but loose, with the kind of swagger you just...
Alternative / Punk
Craft Recordings is thrilled to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Violent Femmes’ 1983 self-titled debut with a special reissue of the seminal cult classic....
80s Heavy Metal
ANNOUNCED ONSTAGE AT POWERTRIP FESTIVAL IN CALIFORNIA, INVINCIBLE SHIELD IS THE UPCOMING STUDIO ALBUM BY JUDAS PRIEST. THE NEW RECORD MARKS THE BAND’S FIRST...
Rock
Barbie® celebrates the iconic “Queen of Rock and Roll,” Stevie Nicks, with a Barbie® doll in her likeness. Nicks achieved worldwide success with the band...
80s Heavy Metal
The new Vixen single “Red” is out NOW! Check out the new music video here and download and stream it on all of your...
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
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...
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...
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
Each year, it seems that the remaining 80s hard rock and metal bands that are still putting out new music seem to get smaller...
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...
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...
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...
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
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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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
In celebration of their 35 years as a touring and recording act, multi-platinum artist, Winger released ‘Seven’ in May. It’s the 7th studio album from...
80s Heavy Metal
Every album paints a picture. Instead of utilizing a brush and canvas, Vandenberg paints with towering vocals, earthquaking rhythms, and the iconic and instantly...
Christian Rock & Metal
Christian Musical Festival Uprise Fest is set to feature great rock bands from across the entire Christian musical spectrum including quite a few big...
Electronic / Industrial / EBM
Iconic avant-garde Slovenian band Laibach are hitting fans with a one-two punch this summer as they unveil their riveting rendition of Rammstein’s international, chart-topping,...
80s Heavy Metal
BraveWords.com recently announced the launch of BraveWords Records and now BraveWords Records is excited to announce their debut signing of Paul Di’Anno’s Warhorse. Paul Di’Anno’s...
80s Heavy Metal
Lead singer for Bang Tango, Joe Leste has posted the following on his Official Facebook page regarding his recent stroke: Hey Peeps- My blood...
80s Heavy Metal
Guns N’ Roses has just released a brand new single and video for the song “Perhaps”. The band are currently on tour and will...
80s Heavy Metal
Southern California metal outfit LEATHERWOLF have announced the release of their latest video and single, ‘Thunder (MMXXII)’, in support of the forthcoming ‘Kill The...
Electronic / Industrial / EBM
As the world continues hanging on by a thread through pandemics, wildfires, climate change, social-political chaos and social media-fueled conspiracy theories, at least there’s...
Christian Rock & Metal
Canada-based christian rock celebrities THOUSAND FOOT KRUTCH are excited to announce their comeback after six years and they do it in style! The band...
80s Heavy Metal
During rehearsals in New York Brian, Michael & Doug were jamming on ‘Slide It In’ and it rocked! It brought back memories of their...
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 Heavy Metal
Legendary rockers Vixen have returned to put on a great performance at the 2023 version of the annual Wacken Open Air Festival. The band,...
80s Heavy Metal
Check out these 80’s Hard Rock And Metal Stars’ Real Names! Some of these names are well known to fans, while others might find...
80s Heavy Metal
Here’s the first taste of the new, upcoming Dokken album set to be released in October. This is the first new studio album from...
80s Music Video Of The Day
Released from their second album “Too-Rye-Ay”, “Come On Eileen” hit #1 in both the U.K. and U.S. charts. It’s been featured on many playlists...
Hard Rock & Metal
Here is the live video to “”Nameless Warrior”” taken from Japan’s metal band LOVEBITES’ brand-new live Blu-ray/DVD ‘KNOCKIN’ AT HEAVEN’S GATE – LIVE IN...
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 Heavy Metal
KK’S PRIEST – the iconic heavy metal amalgamation of iconic Judas Priest alum and GRAMMY Award winning/nominated musicians K.K. Downing (guitar) and Tim “Ripper”...
80s Heavy Metal
Listen at https://lnk.to/XJapan-Angel X Japan is the most successful rock group in Japanese history. Led by composer, drummer, and pianist Yoshiki, the band has...
80s Heavy Metal
80s Heavy Metal
Music Reviews
Concert Review April 5, 2024 Tallahassee, FL Legendary Hall of Fame rockers ZZ Top and Lynyrd Skynyrd brought their Sharp Dressed / Simple Man...
Electronic / Industrial / EBM
If you’re a fan of electronic music, like me, and you’re tired of hearing what sounds like the same album being released over and...
Hard Rock & Metal
The 80’s were one of the best times for both great horror movies and heavy metal music. Now, years later, along comes the band...
80s Heavy Metal
Extreme performed for what appeared to be a sold-out performance for their show at Jannus Live in St. Petersburg Florida on March 8th, 2024....
80s Heavy Metal
The mighty Saxon have returned with one of the best albums in years. Hell, Fire, And Damnation represent everything that I love about Saxon....
Hard Rock & Metal
Sevendust is one of those bands that I listened to originally from their first album and then somewhere along the way about 2 or...
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
Brooklyn-born master of minimalism Alan Vega is today announcing a previously unreleased new album, “Insurrection,“ and sharing the video for the lead single “Mercy.“ The video, directed by founding member of Jesus...
Alternative / Punk
Classic U.K. punk band Vice Squad has just released a newly remixed version of the song “Spitfire” along with a new video for the...
Alternative / Punk
Electro-industrial legends Nitzer Ebb have released the following message regarding Douglas McCarthy’s health issues and the band’s future:
Alternative / Punk
Brew Ha Ha Productions has announced the initial music lineup for the first-ever BRIGHTSIDE Music Festival, presented by WJRR-FM, on Saturday, April 27 at Central Florida Fairgrounds in Orlando, Florida. Summer comes...
Alternative / Punk
After an incredible 40-plus-year run on the road, Belgian EBM act Front 242 are setting an end to their live concert career, announcing their...
Alternative / Punk
Toxic misogyny, violence against women, and incels are the latest target Al Jourgensen takes aim at in the song “B.D.E.” (aka “Big Dick Energy”)...
80s Rock & Pop
Wang Chung’s Jack Hues sat down for an interview to discuss the new All-Star tour for “Abducted By The 80s” which features Wang Chung,...
80s Heavy Metal
BON JOVI, Grammy Award@-winning, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band, and oneof history’s most iconic acts, continue their 40th-anniversary celebration, withthe release of...
80s Rock & Pop
In the great pantheon of musicians transcending above mere “celebrity” status, the late MICHAEL HUTCHENCE towers over most. A consummate “rock star” if there...
80s Rock & Pop
The 1980s were a unique, fun-filled era of music shaped in no small part by the emergence of MTV and the genre of New...
80s Rock & Pop
The Bacon Brothers, featuring Michael and Kevin Bacon, are excited to announce the release of their new video, “Losing The Night”, from their forthcoming...
80s Music Video Of The Day
Take a trip down memory lane with this list of one-hit wonders on the U.S. charts from the years 1980 and 1981. How many...
80s Heavy Metal
TNT has announced the following: After six years apart, Tony Harnell, Ronni LeTekrø, and Diesel Dahl are reuniting once again to play festivals and...
80s Heavy Metal
Stephen Pearcy, “The Voice” of Ratt has added Slaughter drummer Blas Elias to his solo band which also includes Matt Thor (Rough Cutt), Johnny...
80s Heavy Metal
CATEGORY 7, the new heavy metal outfit boasting the all-star lineup of John Bush (Armored Saint, Anthrax), Mike Orlando (Adrenaline Mob, Sonic Universe, Noturnall),...
80s Heavy Metal
This Fall, the ‘Klash of the Titans‘ makes its triumphant return to North America! Fans will enjoy an epic night of metal with thrash...
Hard Rock & Metal
A magic dwells in every beginning, full of anticipation for what lies ahead, making time briefly stand still. This moment seems almost infinite, filled...
80s Heavy Metal
Legacy recordings has announced the following: The Prince of Darkness is set to be immortalized with an induction into the Rock & Roll Hall...