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Could Rush Make New Music With Anika Nilles? Geddy Lee Comments
Bryan Rolli (23/01/2026)
But first, he says, they must "manage to survive" their massive reunion tour. Continue reading…
But first, he says, they must "manage to survive" their massive reunion tour. Continue reading…
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19 Active Bands That Haven't Released an Album in Five Years
Lauryn Schaffner (23/01/2026)
These rock and metal bands are still together and actively touring but have not released a new studio album in five years or more. Continue reading…
These rock and metal bands are still together and actively touring but have not released a new studio album in five years or more. Continue reading…
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Fans React to Megadeth Cover of Metallica's 'Ride the Lightning'
Lauryn Schaffner (23/01/2026)
Now that Megadeth's self-titled final album is out, here's how fans are reacting to the band's new version of Metallica's "Ride the Lightning." Continue reading…
Now that Megadeth's self-titled final album is out, here's how fans are reacting to the band's new version of Metallica's "Ride the Lightning." Continue reading…
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Slipknot Dismiss Suit Against Cybersquatter Using 'Slipknot.com'
Bryan Rolli (23/01/2026)
Slipknot voluntarily dismissed the suit for now, but have retained the right to refile later. Continue reading…
Slipknot voluntarily dismissed the suit for now, but have retained the right to refile later. Continue reading…
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Ex-Scorpions Bassist Francis Buchholz Dies at 71
Chad Childers (23/01/2026)
Ex-Scorpions bassist Francis Buchholz has died at the age of 71 after a private battle with cancer. Continue reading…
Ex-Scorpions bassist Francis Buchholz has died at the age of 71 after a private battle with cancer. Continue reading…
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5 Albums Announced This Week That You Need to Know About
Joe DiVita (23/01/2026)
The latest in another week of new album announcements in rock and metal. Continue reading…
The latest in another week of new album announcements in rock and metal. Continue reading…
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32 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week
Chad Childers (23/01/2026)
Sepultura, Architects, Sevendust and Lorna Shore were among the acts announcing new tours over the past week. Continue reading…
Sepultura, Architects, Sevendust and Lorna Shore were among the acts announcing new tours over the past week. Continue reading…
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Hear Megadeth's Version of Metallica's 'Ride the Lightning'
Joe DiVita (23/01/2026)
History is made as Megadeth release their final album, including their version of Metallica's "Ride the Lightning." Continue reading…
History is made as Megadeth release their final album, including their version of Metallica's "Ride the Lightning." Continue reading…
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Zoltan Bathory Discusses FFDP's New Album + 20th Anniversary Tour
Chuck Armstrong (23/01/2026)
Zoltan Bathory reflects on Five Finger Death Punch's 20th anniversary and what that means for their upcoming tour and 10th studio album. Continue reading…
Zoltan Bathory reflects on Five Finger Death Punch's 20th anniversary and what that means for their upcoming tour and 10th studio album. Continue reading…
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The New Rock + Metal Albums Out Today
Loudwire Staff (23/01/2026)
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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Why Maynard James Keenan Thinks This '90s Tool Song Is Stupid Now
Lauryn Schaffner (22/01/2026)
Maynard James Keenan told Steve-O he thinks Tool's '4°' is a stupid song because he was trying to make a dumb joke with the lyrics. Continue reading…
Maynard James Keenan told Steve-O he thinks Tool's '4°' is a stupid song because he was trying to make a dumb joke with the lyrics. Continue reading…
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11 Underrated '80s Rock Albums Every Music Fan Needs on Vinyl
Rob Carroll (22/01/2026)
These underrated gems from the 1980s absolutely need to be in your vinyl collection. Continue reading…
These underrated gems from the 1980s absolutely need to be in your vinyl collection. Continue reading…
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Bret Michaels Reacts to Nixed Poison 40th Anniversary Tour Claims
Bryan Rolli (22/01/2026)
The singer allegedly wanted to make 600% more than his bandmates. Continue reading…
The singer allegedly wanted to make 600% more than his bandmates. Continue reading…
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Jack White Mocks Trump's 'Accomplishments' in Scathing IG Post
Bryan Rolli (21/01/2026)
He also advised MAGA supporters to listen to Ted Nugent and Kid Rock instead. Continue reading…
He also advised MAGA supporters to listen to Ted Nugent and Kid Rock instead. Continue reading…
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The 5 Best Technical Thrash Albums (Ranked)
Bryan Rolli (21/01/2026)
Drop the needle on any of these albums and strap in for a wild ride. Continue reading…
Drop the needle on any of these albums and strap in for a wild ride. Continue reading…
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