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Femme Fatale’s Lorraine Lewis Sings “Jackson” With Blacklist Union
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 new version of “Jackson,” the legendary June Carter & Johnny Cash classic, featuring none other…
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Goth Legends Christian Death Announces U.S. Tour
Goth Legends Christian Death Announces U.S. Tour…After almost fifty years, legendary goth rock band, CHRISTIAN DEATH is still frightening the very fabric of society. The founding fathers of American goth rock are touring the U.S. next month. Valor Kand and Maitri will lead the ‘Baby Bats Parade’ across more than 20 U.S. cities with support…
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Motley Crue’s Tommy Lee Releases Video For “Stupid World”
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
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Hardcore Legends Gang Green Announce 40th Anniversary Tour
Hardcore Legends Gang Green Announce 40th Anniversary Tour…Legendary Boston hardcore punk icons GANG GREEN, led by founder Chris Doherty, are returning to the East Coast for a select run of live dates in July and August alongside Boston punk legends The FUs, TREE, and Worm, celebrating the 40th anniversary of their landmark release Another Wasted…
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Night Ranger Releasing “Best Of” Album
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 spanning NIGHT RANGER’s illustrious career, alongside some standout tracks from the band’s more recent releases.…
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Rock And Metal New Releases Out Today, May 22, 2006
Rock And Metal New Releases Out Today, May 22, 2006. May 22, 2026 Amyl And The Sniffers – Giddy Up/Big Attraction Re-Release (Virgin) Armored Saint – Emotion Factory Reset Boys From Heaven – The Wanderer (Frontiers) Dave Matthews Band, Take Me Back / Live From the Gorge (Box Set) Dead Milkmen – Big Lizard in…
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Bon Scott 80th Birthday Bash Announced
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 Estate, the Birthday Bash will feature vocal luminaries Corey Glover of Living Colour, Constantine Maroulis,…
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GENE SIMMONS’ LEGENDS OF ROCK EXPO Unites Iconic Rock Stars
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 experiences are now available HERE: Gene Simmons Legends of Rock Expo – Meet Your Heroes.…
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Sweet Gets “The Answer” Album Re-Released
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 Answer, was released three years later. Andy Scott once again succeeded in putting together a…
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Adrian Vandenberg Launches “My Whitesnake Years” Tour
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 and veteran bassist/vocalist Marco Mendoza, celebrating decades of iconic rock music spanning Whitesnake, Thin Lizzy,…
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Slipknot Announces Release Date And Tracklist For “Look Outside Your Window”
Slipknot Announces Release Date And Tracklist For “Look Outside Your Window”…The album has been shelved for 18 years. It is not what most fans have come to think of as Slipknot’s sound and style. The album was an experimental project, and now it finally sees an official release date of June 12, 2026. Slipknot “Look…
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Hear Tesla Cover Queen With “Spread Your Wings”
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 17, 2026. Bassist, keyboardist, pianist, and backing vocalist Brian Wheat shares: “‘Spread Your Wings’ for…
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Pig – Hurt People Hurt (Review)
Pig – Hurt People Hurt (Review) Pig releases Hurt People Hurt on May 22nd, 2026. Needless to say, PIG frontman Raymond Watts is a legend in the industrial music scene, and this album is no exception to the great output of material from PIG in the past. If anything, Hurt People Hurt feels like an…
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Butthole Surfers Release Crazy Video For “Intelligent Guy”
Butthole Surfers Release Crazy Video For “Intelligent Guy”…“We are not and never were in the business of being intelligent,” laughs guitarist Paul Leary of psychedelic post-punk sonic terrorists BUTTHOLE SURFERS about their ironically named single “INTELLIGENT GUY” from their upcoming album AFTER THE ASTRONAUT, which comes out on June 26, 2026 via Sunset Blvd. The…
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Motörhead Gets 20th Anniversary Edition Of “Kiss Of Death Released”
Motörhead Gets 20th Anniversary Edition Of “Kiss Of Death Released”…Originally released in 2006, Kiss of Death is a ferocious reminder of Motörhead’s uncompromising, no-frills spirit—and a timely nod to the legendary status they’ve earned as one of the greatest hard rock bands of all time. Driven by Lemmy’s unmistakable growl, backed by Phil Campbell’s blistering…
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Green Lung Release “Evil In This House” Video
Green Lung Release “Evil In This House” Video…Lead single ‘Evil in this House’ answers the question ‘what would it sound like if a stoner metal band carried out a paranormal investigation?’, complete with a monstrously Sabbathian riff and an ectoplasmic synth solo. The funeral bell is tolling, the ravens have left the tower – the…
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KISS Exposed Released On This Day In 1987
KISS Exposed Released On This Day In 1987…A video compilation of KISS’s music videos mixed with interviews and skits. Originally released on VHS videotape. For more on KISS, visit: https://www.kissonline.com/
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Smashing Pumpkins Announce North America Tour
Smashing Pumpkins Announce North America Tour…The band is celebrating the 30th anniversary of their album “Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness. SMASHING PUMPKINS Fall 2026 “The Rats In A Cage Tour” Dates: Sep. 30 – Columbus, OH @ The Schottenstein CenterOct. 02 – Boston, MA @ TD GardenOct. 03 – Baltimore, MD @ CFG Bank…
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Lords Of Acid Drops “Dream Boy” Video/Single
Lords Of Acid Drops “Dream Boy” Video/Single…The pioneering electronic dance act Lords Of Acid have released their second single of 2026 today (15th May). ‘Dream Boy’ is described by the group as “a dark trip through the streets of Necropolis, where addiction feels like salvation and nightmares wear a beautiful disguise.”The song is built as…
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Listen To Primus Cover Dio’s Holy Diver
Listen To Primus Cover Dio’s Holy Diver…Primus has released a new EP called “A Handful Of Nuggs.” And who would have thought Primus teamed with an always-unhappy clown ( Puddles Pity Party ) would sound this great? For more on Primus, visit: https://primusville.com/
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Watch U2 Filming New Song And Video
Watch U2 Filming New Song And Video…The legendary rock band went to Mexico City to film their new music video for a brand new song called “Street Of Dreams” from their upcoming album. The band posted: Don’t give up on your dreams. Your dreams will not abandon you. The band has been spotted in Mexico…
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King Diamond Ex Members Release “Gypsy Tears”
King Diamond Ex Members Release “Gypsy Tears”. Following the explosive debut of their first single, Lex Legion returns with “Gypsy Tears,” a haunting and powerful new track that further reveals the depth and identity of this veteran supergroup. Drummer Mikkey Dee says, “It’s now time to release our second single; ‘Gypsy Tears.’ Another great song…
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Five Finger Death Punch Release “Eye Of The Storm” Video
Five Finger Death Punch Release “Eye Of The Storm” Video. The brand new single from Five Finger Death Punch’s forthcoming 10th studio album has just been released. It’s available to stream everywhere, and you can listen to it below: FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH 2026 TOUR DATES: Mon Jul 20 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage…
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Paul Di’Anno Official Documentary Trailer Released
Paul Di’Anno Official Documentary Trailer Released…Cleopatra Records has announced pre-orders for DI’ANNO: Iron Maiden’s Lost Singer, a documentary currently set to screen in theatres in the UK and the USA. A pair of fans of the heavy metal band Iron Maiden launch a crowdfunding campaign to help Paul Di’Anno (aka The Beast), the band’s iconic…
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L.A. Guns Releasing Live CD/DVD Set
L.A. Guns Releasing Live CD/DVD Set. The album is called “Live From The Guild Theatre.” It’s set for release on July 3rd, 2026. L.A.’s longest-standing Sunset Strip era hard rock outfit, L.A. Guns, brings the firepower on this explosive concert album! Recorded last year at the gorgeous Guild Theatre and celebrating the release of their…
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Sexy Lipstick Lesbian Heavy Metal? Yes…Please!
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 blazingly sexy vocalist Gina Katon. GATEB’s touring unit includes Creighton Emrick from Orgy and has…
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Confess – Metalmorphosis (Album Review)
Confess has released their new album Metalmorphosis on Friday, May 15th, 2026. This is a must-listen for fans of 80s hard rock and heavy metal. While this is the band’s 4th full album, some of you might not be familiar with them. Notably, the band features John Elliott on vocals, who also fronts another great…
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Hear New Anthrax Song “It’s For The Kids”
Hear New Anthrax Song “It’s For The Kids”…Old-School Anthrax fans will notice a resemblance to the music video for “Madhouse. from back in the day. You can watch the video below: The song is the first single from the band’s upcoming album “Cursum Perficio”, set for release on September 18th, 2026. The album tracklist will…
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Rock And Metal New Releases Out Today, May 15th, 2006
Rock And Metal New Releases Out Today, May 15th, 2006… May 15, 2026 Artillery – Made In Hell EP (Mighty) Confess – Metalmorphosis (Frontiers) Crown Lands – Apocalypse (InsideOut) Emerson Lake and Palmer – Trilogy (Remastered 2 CD Deluxe Edition) Frank Zappa – Zappa ’66: Vol. 1 – Live at TTG Studios Frontline – Rebirth…
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Sick New World Is A Louder And Darker Celebration Of Heavy Music
The 2026 Edition of Sick New World Is A Louder And Darker Celebration Of Heavy Music. The return of Sick New World on April 25 in Las Vegas felt less like a music festival and more like a declaration that heavy music is still capable of commanding massive cultural attention. After a turbulent year that…
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Punk Legends Pansy Division Celebrate 35 Years With Tour
Punk Legends Pansy Division Celebrate 35 Years With Tour…”In 2026, our 35th year, PANSY DIVISION will be more active than any year since the aughts,” says vocalist/guitarist Jon Ginoli. “Playing shows in America as well as our first European tour since the ’90s, a new generation has discovered our band. Combined with the cult following…
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Six Feet Under Release Mister Blood And Guts Video
Six Feet Under Release Mister Blood And Guts Video…American death metal legends SIX FEET UNDER are pleased to present their new video for “Mister Blood And Guts.” The track appears on their latest full-length, Next To Die, out now on Metal Blade Records. Comments guitarist Jack Owen, “When I was young, local TV stations always…
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Lesser-Known Metal Albums Featuring 80s Stars You Missed
Lesser-Known Metal Albums Featuring 80s Stars You Missed…Just because the 80s ended doesn’t mean the artists who were popular in the 80s hard rock and metal scene stopped releasing new albums in a similar musical style. Bible Black – The Complete Recordings (1981-1983) Bible Black was formed by Gary Driscoll and Craig Gruber, former members…
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Anthrax To Release New Album “Cursum Perficio”
Anthrax To Release New Album “Cursum Perficio”…Metal legends Anthrax will release their first album in over a decade this September. The date was originally leaked as May, but had to be moved to September for logistical reasons. The band will release their first single, “It’s For The Kids,” on Friday, May 15th. The album tracklist…
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Punk Rockers Sour Tongue Deliver “Me Mania” Video
Punk Rockers Sour Tongue Deliver “Me Mania” Video…Los Angeles-based riot grrrl/punk band Sour Tongue fuse hardcore punk, country, grunge, and disco, utilizing humor and a degree of sonic absurdity to convey a deeper message of angst and desperation.Formed in 2020 by Satori Marill and John Murphy, they have issued several singles collected together on two…
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Deep Purple Get Heavier With “Arrogant Boy”
Deep Purple Get Heavier With “Arrogant Boy”…Recently, Deep Purple singer Ian Gillan explained that the upcoming new album SPLAT! is one of the heaviest-sounding Deep Purple albums in recent years. Today, the band has launched the first single from the album called “Arrogant Boy” and you can hear it below: “‘Arrogant Boy’ is the story…
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Rockers Chez Kane And Cassidy Paris Show Off Their Bikinis On MORC
Rockers Chez Kane And Cassidy Paris Show Off Their Bikinis On MORC…On the latest Monsters of Rock Cruise that was held from April 12th through April 17th, 2026, rockers Cassidy Paris and Chez Kane had a chance to get some sun rays in between performances. For more on Cassidy Paris, visit: https://cassidyparis.com/ All images above…
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Watch Motley Crue Perform With Carrie Underwood
Watch Motley Crue Perform With Carrie Underwood…Motley Crue joined country singer Carrie Underwood on The American Idol Finale and performed two Motley Crue songs together. Featured image photo credit: American Idol screenshot from video For more on Motley Crue, visit: https://www.motley.com
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Bonnie Tyler “Total Eclipse Of The Heart” Singer In Coma
Bonnie Tyler “Total Eclipse Of The Heart” Singer In Coma…Bonnie Tyler, known for the hit single “Total Eclipse Of The Heart,” has been placed in an induced coma by her doctors in Faro, Portugal, after requiring emergency intestinal surgery. Reports are now coming out indicating that Tyler also had a cardiac arrest on Friday. For…
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Epica Releases Live Video For “Cross The Divide”
Epica Releases Live Video For “Cross The Divide”…Having recently wrapped up their colossal Arcane Dimensions Tour with Amaranthe and Charlotte Wessels, symphonic metal titans EPICA have unveiled an exhilarating live version of their track ‘Cross The Divide’, taken from their critically acclaimed latest studio record Aspiral. This action-packed version was recorded early this year at…
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Original Shotgun Messiah Singer And Guitarist Return With “Damn”
Original Shotgun Messiah Singer And Guitarist Return With “Damn”…Zan/Cody – the project of Shotgun Messiah’s original singer Zinny Zan (vocals) and Harry Cody (guitars) – return with a new studio album, “Beautiful ‘N Damned”, out on July 24, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate the announcement, the band unveil the first single and accompanying…
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Testament Singer Chuck Billy Releasing Biography
Testament Singer Chuck Billy Releasing Biography…He screamed his way into metal history. Then cancer tried to silence him for good. Now, for the first time, Chuck Billy—the iconic frontman of Bay Area thrash legends Testament—tells the whole truth in his unflinching memoir, Holding My Breath: The Two Testaments of Chuck Billy, publishing November 10, 2026,…
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Japanese Female Punkers Shonen Knife “Riding On The Rocket” Again!
Japanese Female Punkers Shonen Knife “Riding On The Rocket” Again!…“When Robby [Takac, bassist of Goo Goo Dolls and head of Good Charamel Records] suggested that we re-record Let’s Knife with the current line-up, I was so motivated,” says lead vocalist/guitarist Naoko of Japanese punk legends SHONEN KNIFE. What started as a seed of an idea…
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Rock Legends Deep Purple Announce SPLAT! Album
Rock Legends Deep Purple Announce SPLAT! Album…DEEP PURPLE will release their new studio album SPLAT! July 3 on earMUSIC. The band—Ian Gillan, Roger Glover, Ian Paice, Don Airey, and Simon McBride—has once again teamed up with renowned producer Bob Ezrin (KISS, Pink Floyd, Lou Reed, Alice Cooper) and together, they have crafted an album that…
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Watch Godsmack “Battle Of The Drums” Video
Watch Godsmack “Battle Of The Drums” Video…Godsmack unveil the long-awaited video for “Battle of the Drums,” the band’s iconic percussion showcase and one of the most celebrated moments in their three-decade career. The video is taken from Live at Mohegan Sun, a thunderous, career-spanning performance that captures the band’s unmatched live chemistry and the full…
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Paul McCartney And Ringo Starr Release First Duet Ever
Paul McCartney And Ringo Starr Release First Duet Ever…”Home To Us” is the first duet ever between Ringo Starr and Paul McCartney, who are now the only living members of the legendary rock band The Beatles. The song is from McCartney’s new album ‘The Boys of Dungeon Lane’, coming out May 29th. For more on…
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Charli xcx Goes “Rock Music” In New Video
Charli xcx Goes “Rock Music” In New Video…Known for her pop hits, singer Charli xcx takes a swing at venturing into rock music with her new song and video simply called…” Rock Music.” For those who have followed her career and like her pop sensibilities, she hasn’t strayed too far away, while dipping her toes…
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Rock And Metal New Releases Out Today, May 8th 2026
Rock And Metal New Releases Out Today, May 8th 2026…Here’s the list with previews for your listening pleasure. May 8, 2026 Draconian – In Somnolent Ruin (Napalm) A Forest Of Stars – Stack Overflow In Corpse Pile Interface (Prophecy) Frozen Soil – No Place Of Warmth (Century Media) Idle Threat – You’ll Forget The Sun…
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Rolling Stones Release New Song “Rough And Twisted”
Rolling Stones Release New Song “Rough And Twisted”…The legendary rockers have released their second single from their upcoming new album, “Foreign Tongues.” The new song, “Rough and Twisted can be heard below: “Rough and Twisted” is the second single released from the new album, which follows “In The Stars”: The new album is set to…
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Alissa White-Gluz Is The New Singer For Dragonforce
Alissa White-Gluz Is The New Singer For Dragonforce…In a surprise announcement, Dragonforce has issued the following statement: DragonForce officially welcomes Alissa White-Gluz as the band’s newest member and first frontwoman. The first live shows with Alissa kick off in the USA on May 9 at Welcome To Rockville, and May 17 at Sonic Temple as…
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