Metal

Judas Priest performed a hit-heavy set with K.K. Downing, Glenn Tipton, and former drummer Les Binks joining them for their performance at the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Check it out below: https://youtu.be/G1xQPFV5WNM Judas Priest – Rock N’ Roll…

Judging from its band members’ resumes, the newly-launched Elegant Weapons will rock ferociously – which includes singer Ronnie Romero (Rainbow, MSG), guitarist Richie Faulkner (Judas Priest), bassist Rex Brown (Pantera, Down), and drummer Scott Travis (Judas Priest). The band will…

Variety Magazine has been given an exclusive with the announcement of Mick Mars’ retirement from Motley Crue as a touring member. After 41 years of touring with the band, Mick has decided he can no longer tour because of his…

Stephen Pearcy’s Official site has posted the following very interesting article: Alice Cooper hit the Las Vegas scene at The Dollar Loan Center Arena last night and it was EPIC! But the best part of the evening was walking through…

The 1980s and early 90s saw hard rock and heavy metal go mainstream and reach a large audience worldwide. The genre was split into sub-genres like Hard Rock, Glam Metal, Thrash Metal, Speed Metal, NWOBHM, Traditional Metal, and more. Regardless…

Golden Robot Records is proud to announce the signing of rock legend, Stephen Pearcy.  As the founder, lead singer, and songwriter of the metal rock band RATT, Stephen Pearcy led his creation to mega multi-platinum success year after year from 1984 – 1991. RATT climbed up the…

Steve Grimmett, lead singer for the metal band Grim Reaper has passed away at age 62. Steve’s brother has announced his passing today. No cause of death has yet been determined. Grimmett recorded the following albums with Grim Reaper: See…

https://youtu.be/dnkRd87w8DQ You can buy the new digital single using the name your price structure at the link below: ‘Dead Or Alive’ – GEORGE LYNCH & TERRY ILOUS featuring the band (AON) ALL OR NOTHING! Help support the band and the…

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 Heart of the Young in 1990 and it also went platinum. Since then the band has…

Britny Fox was formed in 1985 with “Dizzy” Dean Davidson on vocals, former Cinderella drummer Tony Destra, former Cinderella guitarist Michael Kelly Smith and Billy Childs on bass. However, Destra would be killed in an auto accident in 1987 and…

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 vocalist Ray Gillen and drummer Eric Singer (KISS) to round out the band. They released their…

Night Stalkers: Chapter II has arrived. Listen and watch the second installment in the ‘The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!’ trilogy now. The new album arrives on September 2nd. https://youtu.be/wAqc_zfmML0 Pre-order: https://megadeth.lnk.to/SickDyingDead

Drummer Charlie Benante (Anthrax) and guitarist Zakk Wylde (Ozzy Osbourne, Black Label Society) will join Pantera’s surviving members vocalist Phil Anselmo and bassist Rex Brown on a reunion tour. They are expected to play major festivals and headline their own…

https://youtu.be/l78xN_hTRLk Skid Row has released a new song and video from their upcoming Nick Raskulinecz produced album, The Gang’s All Here. Available everywhere October 14, 2022. “Tear It Down” is everything fans ever loved about Skid Row all in one…

If you’re a rock n’ roll fan, then Michael Monroe doesn’t need any introduction. The former Hanoi Rocks frontman and accomplished solo artist has recently returned with a brand new album called “I Live Too Fast To Die Young!”. Michael…

Artist: Barely Legal Album: Dirtier Than You Fans of the sleazy metal sound of the late 80s and early 90s are in for a treat with this recently discovered gem released by DDR Music Group. If you’re an aficionado of…

Classless Act’s Debut Album “Welcome to the Show” Is a Class Act Contrary to their name, Classless Act is a classy purveyor of hard rock with hooks and energy galore.  Their sterling debut album “Welcome to the Show” scores on…

OZZY OSBOURNE CONFIRMS SEPTEMBER 9 AS RELEASE DATE FOR NEW ALBUM ‘PATIENT NUMBER 9’ (EPIC) FIRST SINGLE, THE ALBUM’S TITLE TRACK, FEATURES LEGENDARY GUITARIST JEFF BECK, ACCOMPANIED BY TODD McFARLANE-DIRECTED VIDEO https://youtu.be/h_6DfxA6LiI ALBUM GUEST STARS INCLUDE ZAKK WYLDE, ERIC CLAPTON,…

QUEENSRŸCHE announce their 16th studio album, Digital Noise Alliance, which is set for release on October 7th. To celebrate the announcement the band have released their new song and music video “In Extremis” off the forthcoming release. The track is…

Megadeth’s new album ‘THE SICK, THE DYING… AND THE DEAD!’ will be available worldwide on September 2nd. Pre-order the album + watch the world premiere of “We’ll Be Back” now. https://youtu.be/LkJ5jJuraLQ Pre-order: http://megadeth.lnk.to/sickdyingdead

Today, the notorious Ugly Kid Joe release the single and video for “That Ain’t Livin’,” the band’s first new music in seven years, with an album to follow. See & hear the video for Ugly Kid Joe’s “That Ain’t Livin’” HERE at the band’s official YouTube channel. https://youtu.be/DAoVD0yqK2k…

Former Bon Jovi bassist Alec John Such has died at age 70. No other details of his death are available at this time. Bon Jovi posted the following in memory of Alec:

THE LOST TAPES CD IS AVAILABLE NOW! Get your autographed copy only at thayerstjames.com Jaime And Tommy have this to say about the album: We’ve been friends a long time. We were talking the other day and realized that we’ve…

In 1989, shortly after the release of their third album “Street Ready”, the legendary LEATHERWOLF and their “Triple Axe Attack” of Geoffrey Gayer, Michael Olivieri, and Carey Howe sensed that their rhythm section was becoming indifferent towards the band. The decision was taken by the trio to start…

Los Angeles-based rock outfit BUDDERSIDE beg to find the truth of life and its meaning with their new single “The Truth” out today, Friday, May 27, across all digital streaming platforms. Stream/download it at https://onerpm.link/TheTruthBudderside. Vocalist, songwriter and founding member Patrick Stone seeks out these answers in the…

A distant mechanical sound is getting louder from afar and heralds the arrival of exciting happenings – throwing their shadows on this fateful day of September 2nd. It’s the day that the metal legend BLIND GUARDIAN will release their eleventh studio album The…

MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP today unveils a new lyric video for the track “Under Attack.” The video comes in celebration of the release of MSG’s latest full-length, Universal, out TODAY on Atomic Fire Records! Comments SCHENKER, “I’m excited about the release of the new album Universal today.…

June 2021 saw the release of HELLOWEEN’s sensational self-titled studio album. Adored by fans and critics alike, the record catapulted straight to the charts earning the No. 1 position in Germany and Spain, the Top 5 of seven countries, and the…

Def Leppard Release a new single and video for “Fire It Up” from the new album Diamond Star Halos which is out today! https://youtu.be/8gVFN8qIhWg

Amir Derakh, Matt Thorne & DDR MUSIC GROUP are at it again…and this time with the former lead vocalist of BLACK BAMBI, Steven Ray… It was 1992 in Los Angeles when guitarist Amir Derakh and bassist Matt Thorne were in…

The first rebellion started in 1986. And so the rebellion continues… ​Dave “Snake” Sabo (guitar, backing vocals) Rachel Bolan (bass, backing vocals) Scotti Hill (guitar, backing vocals) Rob Hammersmith (drums) Erik Grönwall (lead vocals) https://youtu.be/37TYb0Dcln0

Aerosmith has posted the following info regarding Steven Tyler’s condition: As many of you know, our beloved brother Steven has worked on his sobriety for many years. After foot surgery to prepare for the stage and the necessity of pain…

Classless Act is set to release its debut album on June 24th. One of their new singles features guest vocals from Motley Crue’s Vince Neil and they are opening the stadium tour shows for Def Leppard, Motley Crue, Poison, and…

Tigertailz’s only original band member Jay Pepper has released the following statement on Facebook regarding the status of the band: Hi everyone, I’d like to clarify a couple of points on the departure of Rob Wylde from Tigertailz.Firstly, Rob was…

On his Official Facebook Page, Stryper frontman Michael Sweet has posted the following information regarding his unhappiness with upcoming Stryper re-releases: So this guy who is supposed to be a friend goes to our old label and buys the rights…

Former Stryper bassist, Tim Gaines has apparently been the subject of rumors within the Stryper fanbase. Gaines has posted the following on his Official Facebook page regarding these rumors: Hey Folks, It’s been brought to my attention that I am…

The ongoing feud between guitar virtuoso Yngwie J. Malmsteen and his former singer Jeff Scott Soto reached a new peak yesterday when each posted their side on social media regarding an incident at a recent show: Yngwie Malmsteen Posted the…

Arch Enemy’s founder and chief songwriter Michael Amott comments: “Behold the ‘Sunset Over The Empire’, the 4th single from our upcoming ‘Deceivers’ album! This is a faster song with some manic riffs and a relentless beat that I can envision becoming a ‘hit…

DIOHOLY DIVERSUPER DELUXE EDITIONRhino Celebrates Ronnie James Dio’s 80th Birthday With 4-CD Collection Featuring Remixed And Remastered Versions Of Dio’s 1983 Platinum Debut, Along With Unreleased Outtakes, Live Recordings, And Rarities Joe Barresi’s Newly Remixed Version Of Holy DiverWill Also Be Available As…

The Black Dahlia Murder band members have posted the following regarding the death of vocalist Trevor Strnad: It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Trevor Scott Strnad. Beloved son, brother, and Shepard of good times, he…

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…

The legendary King’s X, comprised of dUg Pinnick, Ty Tabor & Jerry Gaskill, are pleased to announce they have signed with InsideOutMusic/Sony Music worldwide. They will be the label-home for the bands forthcoming 13th studio album and first new music…

Judas Priest has finally achieved entry into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame for Musical Excellence. The now-classic metal band will join the 2022 class of inductees. The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame has posted the following announcement:…

MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP today unveils latest rock anthem, “A King Has Gone.” The track comes off the band’s forthcoming new full-length Universal, set for release next month via Atomic Fire Records. “A King Has Gone” and its intro, “Calling Baal,” both have a…

Frontiers Music Srl is pleased to continue their partnership with James Durbin as he continues on his path to wave the flag for almighty heavy metal with his new band Cleanbreak! Mike Flyntz of Riot V, Perry Richardson of Stryper, and Robert Sweet, also of Stryper round out the line-up. Their…

CRASHDIET release new video for single ‘Powerline’, new album ‘Automaton’ is out now on Crusader Records. Check out the new ‘Powerline’ video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hm-zVoLJxac You can download the full album from dropbox below, please do not post this link:https://www.dropbox.com/sh/ab3rzm3pe5nirts/AAAkTPZqeLTG69-UnWJZ1fVqa?dl=0 One…

The new single and music video from Michael Monroe, “Can’t Stop Falling Apart”, is OUT NOW! The track is taken from the upcoming album ‘I Live Too Fast To Die Young’, which is set for release via Silver Lining Music…

Autograph has posted the following news regarding the death of Randy Rand: It is with great sorrow and heavy hearts to announce the unexpected passing of our cherished friend and founding member of Autograph, Randy Rand. At the time of…

Chris Holmes’ wife, Cathy Sarah Holmes has posted the following update on Chris’ treatment: Chris had his last radiation, Thursday 21st April, and the day after they installed the feeding nasal tube. Since his last chemo, which made him so…

Brand new video from Black Label Society from their latest album “Doom Crew Inc.”! https://youtu.be/QpDq4RfeYsw Follow Black Label Society: Instagram: http://bit.ly/BLSinstagram Facebook: http://bit.ly/BLSfacebook Twitter: http://bit.ly/ZakkBLStwitter Spotify: http://bit.ly/BLSspotify Apple Music: http://bit.ly/BLSapplemusic Bandcamp: http://bit.ly/BLSbandcamp

Frontiers Music Srl is pleased to announce the signing of an absolutely monstrous new hard rock group, Iconic. Featuring Michael Sweet (guitars), Joel Hoekstra (guitars), Marco Mendoza (bass), Tommy Aldridge (drums), and Nathan James (vocals), Iconic is primed to set the hard rock world on fire with the release of their debut…

https://youtu.be/FnFjMokzyVo Limp Bizkit has just released their brand new video for the song “Dad Vibes” from their latest album “Still Sucks”.

It’s no secret that Def Leppard has drifted into a more pop-oriented territory over the years. The band recently released the first single from their new album called “Kick” and many old-school Def Leppard fans were disappointed that it sounded…

How Many Of These Ratt Facts Do You Know?   Ratt Started in 1977 by singer Stephen Pearcy under the name Mickey Ratt which was based on poking fun at Mickey Mouse Early versions of Mickey Ratt Included Jake E.…

Bon Jovi just started a tour and many fans are asking what’s going on with Jon Bon Jovi’s voice? One recent reviewer Ross Raihala, for Pioneer Press in St. Paul Minnesota, titled his review “Jon Bon Jovi’s pained vocals were…

Gina And The Eastern Block (aka GATEB) is an American band formed in Los Angeles. The band was formed by record producer Marc Jordan (Slash, The Mowgli’s, The Cult, Stitched Up Heart, Bleached, Little Miss Nasty) and uniquely talented and…

Devil’s Train releases their new official video for their first single “The Devil & The Blues”! “If while signing a contract with the Devil had a soundtrack playing in the background, then this song would definitely be it. A gun-smoked anthem forged…

SOULFLYTHE SOUL REMAINS INSANE -THE STUDIO ALBUMS 1998 TO 2004 VINYL AND CD BOX SETSTO BE RELEASED ON 17th JUNE 2022.WATCH THE UNBOXING [here]PRE-ORDER IS LIVE NOW [here] Driven by Max Cavalera’s unrelenting energy, unmistakable growl, and instantly recognizable riffage, the…

Bloodgood has posted the following update regarding founding member Michael Bloodgood who recently suffered a Hemorrhagic Stroke: After 40 days and nights in acute care, Michael Bloodgood continues to make progress each day, with small but significant milestones in his…

Heavy metal titans Lamb Of God join forces with Megadeth to remake a true classic. Originally released in 1986, “Wake Up Dead” was the lead single from Megadeth’s iconic multi-platinum selling album Peace Sells… but Who’s Buying?.   And now, one week before the second installment of the TheMetal Tour…

‘Psalms For Eternity’ by Lillian Axe is released as a 3CD Digipak on 6 May 2022 by Global Rock Records. ‘Psalms For Eternity’ brings together, for the first time, tracks from all previous Lillian Axe releases in one comprehensive anthology.…

“Emergency” is the haunting opening track of MSG’s upcoming new studio album, Universal, set for release on May 27th via Atomic Fire Records. The album’s first single comes along with an official music video, produced by Justin Griffiths. Comments MICHAEL SCHENKER, “‘Emergency’ is quite…

Skid Row have released their first single from their upcoming new album to be released In October, called “The Gang’s All here’ featuring brand new vocalist Erik Gronwall who was formerly the vocalist for the critically acclaimed band H.E.A.T. https://youtu.be/xVBK1bvCczU

Z.P. Threat is out and Ex-H.E.A.T. vocalist Erik Gronwall is in. The band also released a snippet of a new song with Gronwall on vocals on The Eddie Trunk Show. Check out his version of the Skid Row classic “18…

Monroe’s latest slice of raw rock ‘n’ roll heaven is to be released by Silver Lining Music worldwide on June 10th, 2022.“I live too fast to die young, it ain’t nothing when your head’s screwed on,” roars the Crown Prince of exciting, electric…

Mysterious melodic metal cult, DOGMA, has joined the MNRK Heavy roster, today unveiling a blasphemously compelling new video for the track “Father I Have Sinned.” https://youtu.be/ya69LUa1E_w Shrouded in mystery, draped in black cloaks and corpse paint, this dark force known as DOGMA has…

Def Leppard has released the first new single from their upcoming new album called “Diamond Star Halos…Listen to it below: https://youtu.be/SeWFvZX2lkI Ready to ignite 2022, Def Leppard return with their twelfth full-length album, Diamond Star Halos, on May 27th, 2022. To herald the arrival of Diamond…

As I sat down to talk with Ronnie Atkins about his new solo album, his cancer diagnosis, and of course The Pretty Maids. The first thing that hit me was Ronnie’s big smile. For a person who’s been battling stage…

There are few rock guitarists on this planet who’ve had such a lasting influence on so many renowned musicians as MICHAEL SCHENKER. With his outstandingly fluid style, inexhaustible wealth of ideas, and instinctive feel for hooks and melodies, MICHAEL SCHENKER…

Today, Dirty Honey releases a brand new music video, “Another Last Time,” a real-time, meticulously crafted escapade that immerses the viewer into the action from the first frame to the last, unfolding as one continuous, five-minute take.  Four separate but intertwining storylines…

TESTAMENT Welcomes Back the Godfather of Thrash and Undoubtedly One of the Greatest Drummers in Metal History – Dave Lombardo!!! This drummer is key in making Testament’s mark in metal history. The band is very excited to welcome back one of…

Bloodgood has shared the following update regarding bassist Michael Bloodgood’s condition: Update on Michael Bloodgood ‘s condition: Michael is currently on a ventilator but swelling caused by the brain bleed has stabilized. He’s been undergoing “spontaneous breathing trials” and has…

So the long advertised and hyped Stadium Tour featuring Motley Crue, Def Leppard, Poison and Joan Jett is finally happening this Spring/Summer after several postponements due to the COVID pandemic. The average ticket price seems to be around $150 per…

Formed in 1982 by Tom Keifer and Eric Brittingham, Cinderella was one of the biggest bands of the ’80s rock and metal era. Following several lineup changes, the band solidified their members with Jeff Labar and Fred Coury. The band’s…

Y & T vocalist Dave Meniketti has posted the following news via the Y & T Facebook page: First of all, I wanted to thank everyone who have sent nice thoughts my way after hearing I had to move shows…

IT’S FINALLY HAPPENING 🔥 The Stadium Tour with Def Leppard, Motley Crue, Poison, & Joan Jett and the Blackhearts kicks off in June – including 5 new dates added! Pre-sales start tomorrow, general on-sale Friday, Feb 25. NEW DATES:Aug 08…

Icons of British hard rock, Thunder, have announced a brand new album, ‘Dopamine’, out on 29th April 2022, as well as unveiling the first single lifted from it, ‘The Western Sky’, the new video is available to watch HERE.  https://youtu.be/8UGK9Uuqh3I ‘Dopamine’ is…

Metallica has announced the following regarding Kirk’s solo outing: Did somebody say solo project? You read right! Our very own Kirk Hammett has recorded Portals, a four-song instrumental EP, and will be celebrating Record Store Day with its worldwide release exclusively…

Gurenge was one of the hottest songs to cover last year on YouTube. While it could already be considered metal, many of the loving covers made it heavier. Each has passion and a fun take on the classic original opening…

Union has been gearing up for some surprises lately. Today the band featuring Bruce Kulick (KISS) and John Corabi (Motley Crue, The Scream) have released the following free concert video for your viewing pleasure. The band says: 22 years ago…

Nikki Sixx took to Twitter to make his feelings known about Eddie Vedder and Pearl Jam: Made me laugh today reading how much the singer in Pearl Jam hated @MotleyCrue. Now considering that they’re one of the most boring bands…

The wife of Chris Holmes, Cathy-Sarah Holmes has posted the following via her Facebook Page: This post is not easy to write because of the personal nature of it and we would rather you hear it directly from us before…

On July 29th, extreme metal masters Arch Enemy will release their 11th studio album, Deceivers, via Century Media Records. A collection of 11 tracks that are ruthlessly catchy and mercilessly violent, Deceivers stands toe-to-toe with the highlights of the band’s…

SHARK ISLAND AND DEKO ENTERTAINMENT HAVE TEAMED UP TO DUST OFF THEIR 1986 INDEPENDENT RELEASE S’COOL BUS. REMASTERED AND REPACKAGED WITH BONUS TRACKS, IT HITS STORES FEBRUARY 25TH!   Shark Island was once the house band at the world-famous Gazzaris on…

Bassist David Ellefson and guitarist Chris Poland have come together to record one final song posthumously with their friend and former MEGADETH drummer Gar Samuelson. The new track “The Raven” is the latest single from Fatal Opera, part of a new twelve-song collection of demo material compiled as the group’s…

On the heels of their recent third GRAMMY nomination and as their rescheduled North American tour kicks off next week on February 2nd, millions-selling progressive music titans Dream Theater are releasing another music video from their recently released 15th studio album A View From…

Violet Blend are back with a new music video for their latest single “Among All These Fools”. This is the second single from the band’s new album Demons, which is set to drop worldwide on April 1, 2022 via Eclipse Records. The music video…

Wild Kingdom Records are thrilled to announce the signing of Hard Rock legend Zinny Zan & Stefan Bergström (Easy Action, Shotgun Messiah, Zan Clan & Skintrade) under the band name ZINNY ZAN. The group’s first single, “Heartbreak City”, is a classic rocker track! A straightforward up-tempo beat with…

SCORPIONS have shared the title track for their new album Rock Believer. Listen here.  https://open.spotify.com/album/1Wx6vTc4adeBbEJgQCbZV3 Commenting on the advance release of the title track of their latest album, due out on February 25, Klaus Meine, both singer and author of the lyrics, says, “Over the years, we’ve heard…

Blackie Lawless discussing the U.S. tour dates: https://youtu.be/Fmsm2uBVP0w Hollywood, CA (January 12, 2022) — June 6th 2022 marks the 40th Anniversary of the band that has rocked and shocked, thrashed, trashed, and blasted its way into shock and roll history.…

She’s the Hollywood queen of epic, arena-sized power rock and this magnificent concert performance shows why!Recorded live at “one of Lita’s favorite watering holes” in 2000, this album blasts with astonishing energy featuring Ford’s finest including the blockbuster single “Close…

Between the several battlegrounds of World War 1, there was no scene as hostile as the feared Alpine front that involved a series of battles at the border between Austria-Hungary and Italy. High above in the Alps, men would fight in…

A little over two years ago the Bulletboys announced a reunion of the original band members and were said to be working on new music together. While there haven’t been any new singles or albums released, the band did a…

Released in June 2021, »Helloween« is THE metal album of 2021 – a milestone fans were waiting decades for. Critics and companions are united in their crystal clear opinion that this is a masterpiece album that will write metal history. The 7…

What was once lost has been found! The history of Rough Cutt continues to unfold at the DDR Music Group with the release of ‘Rhythm Machine’ from THE PERRY MCCARTY YEARS. Featuring ex Warrior and Atomic Playboys frontman and vocalist…

Big news for 80’s hard rock and metal fans. Tom Keifer has posted the following announcement along with currently confirmed tour dates: Tour announcement… Sonic Slam 2022 tour!!!#keiferband is amped to hit the tour trail with two killer bands &…

FOUNDING MEMBERS DAVID HUFF & MIKE BRIGNARDELLO, GUITARIST JOHN ROTH JOINED BY NEW VOCALIST KENT HILLI GIANT, the powerhouse rock quartet, are set to unleash their highly anticipated fifth studio album, “Shifting Time” on January 21, 2022. Now anchored by…

Tony Martin, former Black Sabbath singer, announces his upcoming solo album “THORNS”, to be released worldwide on January 14, 2022, is now available for pre-order. The album is licensed in all of North and South America by Dark Star Records,…

June 6th 2022 marks the 40th Anniversary of one of the most infamous, notorious, controversial Heavy Metal Bands in the World…W.A.S.P. So join W.A.S.P. for this very special 40th Anniversary World Tour that kicks off in Milan, Italy on March 18,…