Black Sabbath, who will be reuniting, for one last Back To The Beginning farewell show at Birmingham’s Villa Park has admitted they could take inspiration from ABBA with a virtual project in the future. When Ozzy Osbourne’s wife, and manager, Sharon Osbourne, was asked if she’d consider the idea, she told Metal Hammer magazine, “Sure […]

KISS has confirmed that, Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, will reunite for an event at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. It is part of the three-day KISS Army Storms Vegas event, which runs from November 14th through the 16th. Stanley and Simmons — along with “special guests” — will play at least one show “unmasked,” meaning without their iconic makeup. It is expected to be Stanley and Simmons‘s first […]

[KISS‘ Gene Simmons], 75, defended his decision to charge fans thousands of dollars to be his assistant after receiving backlash over the pricey proposition, dubbed “The Ultimate Gene Simmons Experience.” “When I was a kid and went to see shows, I was always curious, ‘What’s it like when they’re in a hotel? What’s it like when the […]

Tickets are on sale now for this year’s Rock For Ronnie Concert in the Park, benefiting the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund, on May 18th, 11AM to 6PM, on the South Lawn adjacent to the Autry Museum of the West in Griffith Park. The annual Rock For Ronnie, an afternoon of live rock […]

On June 6th, one of the greatest and most successful Canadian rock bands of all-time, Triumph, will be honored with a star-studded tribute album. Magic Power: All Star Tribute to Triumph will arrive via Round Hill Records, featuring such renowned rockers as Dorothy, Sebastian Bach, Nancy Wilson, Joey Belladonna, Slash, and Jeff Keith covering classic Triumph […]

KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons has postponed 17 of the 26 dates on his upcoming 2025 solo tour. The tour, which was scheduled to begin on April 3rd in Anaheim, is now starting on May 2nd in Peachtree City, Georgia. As noted by Rock N Roll Experience, Christina Vitaglano, who works for Simmons on his backstage VIP […]

Guns N’ Roses announce the arrival of Isaac Carpenter, its newest drummer who will hit the road with the band throughout their 2025 European, Asian, and Middle East Tour, headlining stadiums and festivals throughout the summer. The news follows the amicable exit of Frank Ferrer, the longest-serving drummer in the powerhouse rock legends’ storied run. […]

Guns N’ Roses announce the amicable exit of Frank Ferrer, the longest-serving drummer in their storied run. The band thanks Frank for his friendship, creativity, and sturdy presence over the past 19 years, and they wish him success in the next chapter of his musical journey.  Frank first joined GNR during a show in June […]

Ozzy Osbourne has paid tribute to late, great guitarist, Randy Rhoads, on the 43rd anniversary of his passing. Earlier today (March 19th), Osbourne wrote on his Facebook page,”Randy Rhoads was quite possibly the best composer & musician that I have ever met in my life. He came into my life like a bolt of lightning and as such he was […]

Def Leppard will embark on a North American tour this spring and summer. So far, the following shows have been announced: May 15 – Coliseo de Puerto Rico – San Juan, Puerto RicoMay 17 – Boardwalk Rock 2025 – Ocean City, MDJun. 19 – Summerfest – Milwaukee, WIJun. 21 – Lucas Oil Live at WinStar World […]

Universal Pictures Content Group announce it has commenced production on an official untitled Iron Maiden feature documentary.  Universal Pictures Content Group hold global rights and Universal Pictures International is set to release in cinemas internationally in Autumn 2025, coinciding with the band’s 50th anniversary.  US theatrical distribution is yet to be confirmed. The long-awaited documentary […]

Cinderella frontman Tom Keifer will team up with L.A. Guns for a U.S. tour this summer and fall. The trek is currently scheduled to kick off on August 28th in Louisville, Kentucky and run through October 4th in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Tom Keifer and L.A. Guns 2025 tour dates: Aug. 28 – Louisville, KY @ Iroquois AmphitheaterAug. 30 – Eau Claire, WI @ […]

Guitar legend Michael Schenker has announced the U.S. leg of his “My Years With UFO” tour. Schenker will be touring in support of his recently released “My Years With UFO” album celebrating the 50th anniversary of Michael‘s years with UFO. Tour dates: Sept. 5 – Orlando, FL – Plaza LiveSept. 6 – Ft Lauderdale, FL – Culture RoomSept. 7 – Clearwater, FL – Capitol […]

Some career achievements in rock music are so impressive but find themselves overlooked because they are not to be believed. For legendary rockers Zebra, they hold one of those distinctions that the average listener might not be aware of. Zebra is the longest-running American band still touring with all its original members. Comprised of Randy Jackson, Felix Hanemann, […]

Before he ever became a guitar virtuoso and toured the world with the likes of Marilyn Manson, Rob Zombie, Rob Halford and – currently – Mötley Crüe, John 5 was just a kid growing up near Detroit Rock City obsessed with KISS. That fascination turned into a lifelong journey of collecting anything and everything from […]

In a March 8th interview with original MTV VJ Mark Goodman aboard this year’s The 80s Cruise, Dokken leader Don Dokken commented on the recent trend of rock artists releasing new singles every few months as opposed to putting out an album every few years. Dokken said (as transcribed by blabbermouth.net):   ”You and I come from the school of kicking back at home after a long day […]

Thames & Hudson are delighted to announce the forthcoming publication of Iron Maiden: Infinite Dreams – The Official Visual History, to be published globally in hardback in autumn 2025. A magnificent visual celebration of the first 50 years of Iron Maiden, this new book chronicles the evolution of heavy metal’s most prestigious band, with unparalleled […]

KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons is offering his fans a chance to be his roadie for a day during his upcoming tour with the Gene Simmons Band. Simmons‘s $12,495 “Personal Assistant And Band Roadie For The Day” experience is limited to one per show and includes the following perks: * You will meet up with Gene and Gene Simmons Band members early in the […]

L.A. Guns released a new signature slippery funk-rock instant classic today as the second single, Lucky Motherfucker, from their 15th studio album highly anticipated studio album, Leopard Skin, which is due out April 4th on Cleopatra Records. It’s available now on all digital outlets. Pre-orders for the album are available now on all digital outlets, […]

A former thrash-metal rocker who is a registered sex offender has been charged with sexually assaulting a missing New York City teen found in his home — with his wife accused of allowing the abuse. Marc Piovanetti, a guitarist with Carnivore and Crumbsuckers in the ’80s, was arrested last week with his 50-year-old wife, Jennifer […]