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Black N’ Blue Singer And Original Guitarist, Tommy Thayer Reunite For New Album
Black N’ Blue vocalist Jaime St. James and the band’s original guitarist, Tommy Thayer, have teamed up as Thayer-St. James to release a brand new album called “Bombshell”. Tommy and Jaimie had this to say about the album: Our story
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Megadeth Drop New Song and Video For “I Don’t Care”
The countdown to the release of MEGADETH’s final studio album continues with “I Don’t Care,” their latest single and video out today. MEGADETH leader DAVE MUSTAINE says about the anthemic “I Don’t Care”: “How many times have you wanted to
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Whitesnake’s David Coverdale Issues Retirement Announcement
David Coverdale has announced that after a 50-year-plus run of performing in bands like Whitesnake, Deep Purple, and Page/Plant, he is now retiring. The legendary vocalist has been quite prolific over the years with releasing material and touring, but states
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Whitesnake, MSG, Dokken and Mr. Big Members (Black Swan) Release New Video For “If I Was King”
The all-star hard rock collective BLACK SWAN – featuring Robin McAuley (McAuley Schenker Group), Reb Beach (Winger, Whitesnake), Jeff Pilson (Foreigner, The End Machine, ex-Dokken), and Matt Starr (Ace Frehley, Mr. Big) – are thrilled to announce the release of
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80s Hard Rock And Metal Stars Featured On “Yacht Metal” Album
The long-awaited SS Iron Yacht finally sets sail with a crew of metal and rock legends navigating the seas of America’s most popular music genre, yacht rock! Your captains include Cherie Currie of The Runaways, Joe Lynn Turner and Graham
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Twisted Sister Gets Hammerheads 1980 Concert Album Released
Originally released as part of the 2016 Rock N’ Roll Saviors box set, this landmark performance finds the band strutting their stuff for a homestate audience in West Islip NY. Now available as a standalone concert album, this vintage early
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Dangerous Toys Premiere “Rock Shock Cowboy” From New Album “Demolition
Gold album-selling hard rockers Dangerous Toys are set to release a new album of previously unreleased material called “Demolition.” Today, the band released the first song from the album called “Rock Shock Cowboy,” and you can hear it below: Dangerous
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Slayer Launches “Hell On Tour” Online Collection At The Slaytanic Verses Mueseum
Today, Slaytanic Verses, the official Slayer online museum, unveils its latest collection: “Hell On Tour.” The new archive celebrates the 40th anniversary of “Hell Awaits” and revisits the 1985 world tour that carried the album across seven countries and sixty
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Watch Sabaton’s New Epic Video For “A Tiger Among Dragons”
For “A Tiger Among Dragons,” SABATON drew upon inspiration for the song based on Lü Bu, known as the “Flying General,” one of the fiercest warriors in ancient China. During the chaos of the late Han Dynasty, he rose to
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KISS Releases Massive Alive! 50th Anniversary Box Set
KISS has just announced the release of several new Box Set versions of their Alive album for its 50th Anniversary. We’re highlighting the Super Deluxe 8 LP set, but you can choose from many at the following link, including other
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U.S. Thrash Metalers Misfire Deliver Old School Sound In “All Over The Place” Video
Illinois thrash metal wrecking crew Misfire release a new video for their track “All Over The Place” today. Directed by Alex Zarek, the video captures the unhinged energy and raw aggression that define Misfire’s live presence. Watch it below: Misfire
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Listen To “Saints And Sinners” From Lynch Mob’s Upcoming New Album
Former Dokken guitarist, George Lynch, has returned with his second new single from the upcoming Lynch Mob album “Dancing With The Devil”. The first song released was the title track of the album and now you can hear “Saints And
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Get To Know All Of The Grammy Nominees In The Rock, Metal and Alternative Categories
The 68th Annual Grammy Award Nominees have been announced, and we’ve provided you with not only a list of those nominated but also videos and links to listen to the bands and artists’ songs, albums, and videos, so you can
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Five Finger Death Punch And BABYMETAL Hit #1 In Japan With “The End”
On Saturday, November 1st, Ivan Moody and Zoltan Bathory of global multi platinum hard rock power house, Five Finger Death Punch, joined Japanese metal sensation BABYMETAL at their sold out Intuit Dome show in Los Angeles, CA to celebrate a
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Watch Video Of Def Leppard Receiving Their Very Own Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star
Def Leppard were honored with the 2,825th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, October 9th at 11:30 am PT at 1750 N. Vine Street. Def Leppard will receive their star in the category of Recording. Bob Buchmann,
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Equilibrium Release Video For “Borrowed Waters” Featuring Witchy-Pop Artist RONIIT
Pagan-metal wayfarers Equilibrium have revealed their new single, ‘Borrowed Waters’, featuring enchanting, witchy-pop artist Roniit. The track is the third single released from their new studio album, Equinox, due out on November 28th. Equilibrium have unveiled an earthly, sylvan video
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Dokken Releases Music Video For 48 Year Old Previously Unheard Song
Legendary Dokken release the digital single and video for the song ‘Hard Rock Woman’. The track has previously only been available on a sold-out limited edition 7” vinyl released in 2020 to celebrate the release of Dokken’s The Lost Songs:
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Watch Wacky Video For “Tanzeid” From Electric Callboy
What happens when rhythm becomes a force of nature? Germany’s most dynamic export, Electric Callboy, answer that question with “TANZNEID”, their brand-new single that turns dance envy into a full-body experience and sets the stage for their biggest global chapter
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Electric Temple Ft. Members Of Lynch Mob, W.A.S.P. And Mr. Big Release Video For “Am I Damned”
ELECTRIC TEMPLE announces the release of their new music video “Am I Damned?”, from their debut album, “High Voltage Salvation”, that was released through Eonian Records. The impact is felt from the start by this combination of seasoned musicians asthere
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AC/DC Announces New “Power Up” Tour Dates Including North America
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 announcing the continuation of the ‘POWER UP’ Tour. The ‘POWER
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Listen To First Song By Night Terror Ft. Members Of Dangerous Toys, Diamond Head, Tank and Seven Witches
Meet NIGHT TERROR…the supergroup rising from the newly energized ashes of Seven Witches, and the brainchild of acclaimed guitarist, Jack Frost. Frost, who besides being the face of Seven Witches, is best known for playing & touring with national acts
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Saving Vice Release Vicious New Song and Video For “Straw Dogs”
Saving Vice return with their most aggressive release to date — “Straw Dogs”, a defiant and unflinching anthem confronting small-minded arrogance and false bravado. The single arrives as the band prepares to take their chaotic live show nationwide on The
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Megadeth Release Final Album Track List Including Their Version Of Metalica’s “Ride The Lightning”
MEGADETH today (October 30) have revealed the full track listing for their self-titled final album that’s due out January 23, 2026. Pre-order the album, via DAVE MUSTAINE’s Tradecraft imprint in partnership with Frontiers Label Group’s new BLKIIBLK label, HERE. The
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Listen To New Michael Schenker Group Song, “It’s You”
Ex-Scorpions and legendary solo guitarist Michael Schenker has just dropped a brand new video for the song “It’s You” from his upcoming new album “Don’t Sell Your Soul”. Check out the video below: More on Michael Schenker:
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Death Angel Release Video For “Wrath” (Bring Fire), First New Song In Six Years
Legendary Bay Area Thrashers Death Angel have just released a new video for the song “Wrath” (Bring Fire). The song, which is the first release of new music in the last six years, is a furious, in your face, metal
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Black N’ Blue Return With A New Song And Video For “Lifeline”
80s Hard Rock favorites Black N’ Blue have returned with their first new song in years. The song is called “Lifeline,” and you can hear the song and watch the new video below: You can download the new song right
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Former KISS Drummer Peter Criss Announces New Solo Album, Tracklist And Guest Stars
Peter Criss is a founding member and original drummer for the rock n’ roll supergroup, KISS. In addition to playing drums in the band, Peter also provided lead vocals for a number KISS’ most popular and memorable songs including Beth,
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Puscifer Release Hilarious Video For Pendulum The Director’s Cut
PUSCIFER UNVEILS “PENDULUM,” OFFERING A SECOND PREVIEW OF NORMAL ISN’T ALBUM. Puscifer have shared a second track from their upcoming album, Normal Isn’t (Feb. 6, Puscifer Entertainment/Alchemy Recordings/BMG), with today’s release of “Pendulum”. which arrives alongside a video that evokes
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Listen To Motley Crue “Keep Your Eye On The Money” Live 1985 From New Box Set
Motley Crue is announcing a previously unreleased version of “Keep Your Eye on the Money” live from the Long Beach, CA show of the Theatre of Pain tour, November 27, 1985. Listen to the full track now: CELEBRATE 40 YEARS
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Fans Of AC/DC, Kix And Cinderella, Watch This Video “Smile Now, Cry Later” By Rebels Opera
Nashville Arena Rockers, Rebels Opera, Hits the ground running with debut single “Smile Now, Cry, Later. The song brings the spirit of the glory days of the late 80’s and early 90’s and ushers it right into 2025. Big Hooks,
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Metallica’s Kirk Hammett To Release Exclusive “Raven” Guitar With Gibson
One of the most iconic rock guitarists of our generation, Kirk Hammett—legendary guitarist of the multi-platinum-selling, nine-time GRAMMY® Award-winning band Metallica—continues his long-standing partnership with Gibson. Today, the iconic instrument brand proudly unveils its latest collaboration: a bold new acoustic
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Chez Kane Wants To Give You The “Tongue Of Love”
Today, British rocker CHEZ KANE is excited to share her new single, “Tongue Of Love,” taken from her upcoming third studio album, ‘Reckless,’ out on March 27, 2026. On “Tongue Of Love,” CHEZ comments: “Every album tells a story, and
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Femme Fatale Returns With New Music Video For “Bad Love”
Considering they made just one album in their lifetime, Femme Fatale left one helluva mark behind them, not only on their native 80s Sunset Strip scene, but on the glam metal scene the world over. Still fronted by the effervescent
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Tyketto To Release New Album
Hard rocking quintet TYKETTO to release their 6th studio album Closer To The Sun with new label in March 2026. Hard Rock craftsmen TYKETTO – Danny Vaughn (vox), Harry Scott Elliott (guitar), Ged Rylands (keys), Chris Childs (bass) and Johnny
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Sonic Temple Festival Headliners Announced With Over 140 Bands Performing
After Hosting The Largest Rock Event In Ohio HistoryAnd Breaking All Attendance Records in 2025Sonic Temple Is Excited To Reveal The Full Lineup ForThe Pinnacle Of Rock Festivals In AmericaMay 14-17, 2026At Historic Crew Stadium In Columbus, Ohio Over 140
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Babylon A.D. Release Old School 80’s Style Ballad With “Love Is Cruel”
BABYLON A.D. is excited to announce the release of the second single, LOVE IS CRUEL, from their new album WHEN THE WORLD STOPS.You can listen to the song and catch the video for it below: Lead singer Derek Davis had
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Watch New Shinedown Music Video For “Killing Fields”
Shinedown has shared the following regarding their brand new video for the song Killing Fields: SURPRISE! The “Killing Fields” Music Video is out now! Featuring show highlights from the Dance, Kid, Dance Tour. Experience the energy, the crowd, and the
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Peter Criss, Legendary KISS Drummer To Release New Solo Album
Rock legend Peter Criss has released a new video teaser for his upcoming announcement of his latest solo record on Halloween. Criss, now 79 years old, is believed to have recorded with the album with a lineup of gust stars
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Listen To Bon Jovi’s “Walls Of Jericho” Featuring Def Leppard’s Joe Elliott
Bon Jovi has released the Legendary Edition of their Forever album and is highlighting the single “Walls Of Jericho,” which features a guest appearance by Def Leppard’s lead singer, Joe Elliott. While both bands, Bon Jovi and Def Leppard. Bon
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Poppy Releases “Unravel” Music Video
Today, the incredible 2x GRAMMY-nominated transcendent singer, songwriter, and subversive performance artist, Poppy shares a new single, “Unravel” via Sumerian Records. “Unravel” is Poppy at her most vulnerable, fusing haunting vocals and intimate lyrics that culminate in a high-octane, passionate
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Bad Omens Returns With “Dying To Love”
Chart-topping rock band Bad Omens are back with their latest single, “Dying To Love,” an anthemic track that blends the band’s heavy roots with forward-thinking production. Out today via Sumerian Records, the song features passionate, soaring vocals from Noah Sebastian,
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Soulfly Mixes Metal And UFC In Latest Video “For No Pain= No Power”
Arizona extreme metal trailblazers SOULFLY deliver their tribally fueled thirteenth album CHAMA via Nuclear Blast Records. Once again, a remarkable testament to the Brazilian songwriter’s natural affinity for slamming yet rhythmic riffs that defined his signature sound to listeners around
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Former King Kobra Singer Mark (Marcie) Free Dead At 71
Original King Kobra vocalist Mark Free, who transitioned into Marcie Free, has died at age 71. No details of the cause of death have been revealed at this time. Mark Free performed lead vocals on the first two King Kobra
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Listen To Avenged Sevenfold Cover The Misfits’ “Some Kinda Hate”
Avenged Sevenfold have announced the following: n keeping with the spirit of the season, this year’s offering of “Some Kinda Hate” is available for all to Enjoy? Recently, Avenged Sevenfold had to cancel their tour dates due to a vocal
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Iron Maiden Announces North American Tour With Megadeth And Anthrax!
ron Maiden today announces the highly anticipated North American dates of their critically acclaimed Run For Your Lives World Tour. In celebration of their 50th Anniversary, the band will be performing at stadiums and major amphitheaters across the United States
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Watch Slash Perform Blues Classic “Crossroads” Live From New Album
As SLASH gears up for the release of Live at the S.E.R.P.E.N.T. Festival—an electrifying Blues-filled live album and concert film—fans can now dive into the latest single “Crossroads (Live),” Raw, unfiltered, and steeped in the spirit of the Delta blues,
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EVA UNDER FIRE BACK AND LOUDER THAN EVER WITH “AWAKENING”
After amassing tens of millions of streams, shaking the charts, touring with bands like From Ashes To New, Asking Alexandria, and Skillet, and performing with 30 Seconds to Mars, all the while earning critical acclaim from Loudwire and New Noise
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Thrash Masters Mezzrow Unleash “In Shadows Deep” Video
Swedish Thrash Metal powerhouse MEZZROW return with their forthcoming studio album “Embrace The Awakening”, to be released via ROAR – A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music. Coming on 2-CD Digipak including the Keep It True – Live bonus album. After
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The Cult’s Ian Astbury And Billy Duffy Step Away From Touring To Write New Album
A STATEMENT FROM THE CULT’S IAN ASTBURY AND BILLY DUFFY Mother Nature has a cycle of change and evolution that is inevitable. The moon’s phases change, tides rise and fall. Change is necessary for creation and rebirth. It is with
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Michael Monroe Announces New Album “Outerstellar”
Surprises are rare and wonderful. When music decides to just show up and strut and rock and roll and stomp with swagger, swing and raw energy all over you, that’s the rarest surprise and Michael Monroe does not disappoint with
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