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Arch Enemy Respond to Kiko Loureiro's Copyright Claim

Arch Enemy Respond to Kiko Loureiro's Copyright Claim

Chad Childers (03/04/2026)

Arch Enemy issue video response to Kiko Loureiro claims of similarity with their recently released single. Continue reading…

Arch Enemy issue video response to Kiko Loureiro claims of similarity with their recently released single. Continue reading…

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Harms Way Vocalist Shares Emotional Message about Bo Lueders

Harms Way Vocalist Shares Emotional Message about Bo Lueders

Rob Carroll (03/04/2026)

How Harms Way vocalist James Pligge and others in the music industry are honoring late guitarist Bo Lueders who died April 2. Continue reading…

How Harms Way vocalist James Pligge and others in the music industry are honoring late guitarist Bo Lueders who died April 2. Continue reading…

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The Rock + Metal Bands Touring in 2026 - Tour Guide

The Rock + Metal Bands Touring in 2026 - Tour Guide

Lauryn Schaffner (03/04/2026)

Here are the rock and metal bands touring in 2026, when they're on the road and how to get tickets. We update this guide on a regular basis. Continue reading…

Here are the rock and metal bands touring in 2026, when they're on the road and how to get tickets. We update this guide on a regular basis. Continue reading…

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'90s Band Better Than Ezra Letting Fans Write Next Single With AI

'90s Band Better Than Ezra Letting Fans Write Next Single With AI

Rob Carroll (03/04/2026)

Better Than Ezra's Kevin Griffin has revealed the band is allowing fans to sign up for a service that will help them write the song. Continue reading…

Better Than Ezra's Kevin Griffin has revealed the band is allowing fans to sign up for a service that will help them write the song. Continue reading…

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March Madness, Decades of Destruction - Vote in the Championship

March Madness, Decades of Destruction - Vote in the Championship

Joe DiVita (03/04/2026)

It's the '80s and '90s that's left with Metallica and Pantera going head to head in the March Madness championship. Continue reading…

It's the '80s and '90s that's left with Metallica and Pantera going head to head in the March Madness championship. Continue reading…

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16 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week

16 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week

Chad Childers (03/04/2026)

Get details on new tours featuring Babymetal, President and Muse among others. Continue reading…

Get details on new tours featuring Babymetal, President and Muse among others. Continue reading…

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Taylor Momsen Opens Up About the Pretty Reckless' New Album

Taylor Momsen Opens Up About the Pretty Reckless' New Album

Chuck Armstrong (03/04/2026)

The Pretty Reckless' Taylor Momsen celebrates the upcoming release of 'Dear God,' diving into the creative process behind it and what fans can expect. Continue reading…

The Pretty Reckless' Taylor Momsen celebrates the upcoming release of 'Dear God,' diving into the creative process behind it and what fans can expect. Continue reading…

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The New Rock + Metal Albums Out Today

The New Rock + Metal Albums Out Today

Loudwire Staff (03/04/2026)

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026. Continue reading…

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026. Continue reading…

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Tobias Forge Allegedly Stalked, Woman Under Investigation

Tobias Forge Allegedly Stalked, Woman Under Investigation

Lauryn Schaffner (02/04/2026)

A woman is reportedly under investigation for stalking and harassing Ghost frontman Tobias Forge by repeatedly contacting him and claiming they're engaged. Continue reading…

A woman is reportedly under investigation for stalking and harassing Ghost frontman Tobias Forge by repeatedly contacting him and claiming they're engaged. Continue reading…

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New Police Details on Brady Ebert's Attempted Murder Charge

New Police Details on Brady Ebert's Attempted Murder Charge

Joe DiVita (02/04/2026)

Maryland's Montgomery County Department of Police has released a report on Brady Ebert's attempted murder charge, revealing new details. Continue reading…

Maryland's Montgomery County Department of Police has released a report on Brady Ebert's attempted murder charge, revealing new details. Continue reading…

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Guitarist Bo Lueders, Harms Way + 'Hardlore' Podcast, Dead at 38

Guitarist Bo Lueders, Harms Way + 'Hardlore' Podcast, Dead at 38

Rob Carroll (02/04/2026)

His death was announced on social media on April 2. Continue reading…

His death was announced on social media on April 2. Continue reading…

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Duff McKagan + Dee Snider Address Eddie Trunk’s Live Cover Stance

Duff McKagan + Dee Snider Address Eddie Trunk’s Live Cover Stance

Lauryn Schaffner (02/04/2026)

Duff McKagan and Dee Snider both separately weighed in on Eddie Trunk's controversial take on bands covering songs during concerts. Continue reading…

Duff McKagan and Dee Snider both separately weighed in on Eddie Trunk's controversial take on bands covering songs during concerts. Continue reading…

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Turnstile's Statement After Ex-Member Hits Singer's Dad With Car

Turnstile's Statement After Ex-Member Hits Singer's Dad With Car

Joe DiVita (02/04/2026)

Ebert has been charged with attempted second degree murder and first degree assault. Continue reading…

Ebert has been charged with attempted second degree murder and first degree assault. Continue reading…

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Wolfgang Van Halen Played the Ultimate Prank on Fans at Show

Wolfgang Van Halen Played the Ultimate Prank on Fans at Show

Lauryn Schaffner (02/04/2026)

Wolfgang Van Halen teased the crowd at a Mammoth show that he was going to play a song he said he'd never play and then played Rick Astley instead. Continue reading…

Wolfgang Van Halen teased the crowd at a Mammoth show that he was going to play a song he said he'd never play and then played Rick Astley instead. Continue reading…

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Every Big Rock + Metal Album Released Each Day in April History

Every Big Rock + Metal Album Released Each Day in April History

Rob Carroll (02/04/2026)

Here is a breakdown of the best rock and metal albums of all-time that have been released form each day of April.Continue reading…

Here is a breakdown of the best rock and metal albums of all-time that have been released form each day of April.Continue reading…

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