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MEGADETH ANNOUNCE “LET THERE BE SHRED: THE ULTIMATE MEGADETH IMMERSIVE LISTENING EVENT,” JANUARY 17TH IN LA VERGENE, TENNESSEE

With Megadeth’s final studio album set for release on January 23rd, the metal titans have announced Let There Be Shred: The Ultimate Megadeth Immersive Listening Event set forJanuary 17th in La Vergne, TN (just outside Nashville). This exclusive, day-long immersive celebration will offer attendees the opportunity to get closer to the band, the music, the stories, […]

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MEGADETH RELEASE TRAILER FOR “MEGADETH: BEHIND THE MASK,” WATCH IT HERE

MEGADETH have teamed with Trafalgar Releasing for Megadeth: Behind The Mask, a cinematic legacy event that will debut on screens worldwide on January 22nd — on the eve of the release of the band’s final studio album, out January 23. The film will screen in over 1,000 cinemas across more than 35 countries. The official trailer for Megadeth: Behind The […]

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DAVID COVERDALE SAYS THAT AFTER TWO DECADES, HE WILL BE SLITHERING AWAY FROM SOCIAL MEDIA

As previously reported, Whitesnake frontman David Coverdale, announced his retirement, after a five-and-a-half-decade career. Now, the singer has posted via his official Facebook page, that he will also be stepping away from social media. Read his message below.

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TRIUMPH ANNOUNCES FIRST TOUR IN 30 YEARS WITH 50TH ANNIVERSARY NORTH AMERICAN TOUR, TICKETS ON SALE DECEMBER 12TH AT 10AM 

Triumph, one of Canada’s most revered and influential rock bands, proudly announces their first tour in 30 years with the Triumph 50th Anniversary Tour, produced by Live Nation – an expansive 2026 North American run celebrating five decades of musical excellence, pioneering stagecraft, and a legacy that continues to inspire fans worldwide. “Our fans have […]

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GUITARIST JOE WALSH TO AUCTION MORE THAN 800 ITEMS FROM HIS PERSONAL COLLECTION, LIVE ON DECEMBER 16TH & 17TH AT THE TROUBADOR IN WEST HOLLYWOOD, INCLUDING 400+ GUITARS, AMPS, CARS, HAM RADIOS, STAGE WARDROBE AND MORE; PORTIONS OF THE PROCEEDS BENEFIT VETSAID, VETERAN’S CHARITY FOUNDED BY WALSH

 Julien’s Auctions, the industry-leading pop culture memorabilia auction house, announces their event with one of the most fabled, beloved and respected rock icons in the world, Joe Walsh. The Life’s Been Good collection features an extraordinary array of unique guitars, cars, amps, ham radios, stage wardrobe, and historic rock and roll ephemera. Bidding begins today […]

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK FROM POSTER DOUG R.:  WHICH BANDS/ARTISTS DO YOU THINK SOUND BETTER LIVE THAN IN THE STUDIO?

None. To be honest, I have seen bands that have put on very entertaining shows, or sound fairly close to their recordings (I believe without the use of tapes?), but I have never seen a live performance, that sounds as polished, or better, than any band’s studio recordings. That is just a fact, that is […]

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PICTURE OF KISS AT THE KENNEDY CENTER HONORS

As previously reported, those honored along with KISS were actor Sylvester Stallone, I Will Survive singer Gloria Gaynor, British actor Michael Crawford and country music superstar George Strait  The show will air on CBS and Paramount+ on December 23rd at 8 p.m. ET. Picture from the AP via The New York Post

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TRIXTER GUITARIST STEVE BROWN, FORMS BON JOVI TRIBUTE BAND, ALWAYS JOVI, LISTEN TO EXAMPLES HERE

Introducing Always Jovi — the ultimate Bon Jovi tribute experience that brings the anthems, energy, and excitement of one of rock’s most iconic bands to the stage with unmatched authenticity and passion. Always Jovi is a tribute like no other, featuring million-selling New Jersey rock legend Steve Brown — known for his work with Trixter, Def Leppard and Ace Frehley. With his powerhouse vocal delivery, […]

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STANLEY SIMMONS, FEATURING PAUL STANLEY’S SON EVAN, AND GENE SIMMONS’ SON, NICK, RELEASE NEW SINGLE “BODY DOWN”

Stanley Simmons, the collaborative project of Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons — sons of Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, respectively, from KISS— has released its debut single, Body Down. The official lyric video for the track can be seen below. Regarding the collaboration’s musical direction, Stanley told KTLA‘s Andy Riesmeyer, “We grew up loving a lot of roots stuff, Americana folk, so you hear a lot of […]

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GUNS N’ ROSES RELEASE TWO NEW SONGS, “NOTHIN’” AND “ATLAS,” LISTEN TO THEM HERE

Guns N’ Roses have returned today with two brand new singles. Marking their first new music release since 2023, Nothin’ and Atlas find the long-running band still at the height of their powers, showcasing two different sides of their personality. Atlas is GN’R in full surging rock mode, while Nothin’ grows more introspective over floaty keys and an emotive guitar. Both songs are available today via Interscope […]

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MEGADETH ANNOUNCE “MEGADETH: BEHIND THE MASK” CINEMATIC EVENT, TICKETS GO ON SALE DECEMBER 11TH

Megadeth have teamed with Trafalgar Releasing for Megadeth: Behind The Mask, a cinematic legacy event that will debut on screens worldwide January 22nd — on the eve of the release of the band’s final studio album, out January 23rd. The film will screen in over 1,000 cinemas across more than 35 countries. Tickets go on sale December 11 at […]

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ALTER BRIDGE RETURN WITH LATEST SINGLE “PLAYING ACES” FROM THEIR SELF-TITLED EIGHTH STUDIO ALBUM TO BE RELEASED ON JANUARY 9TH, 2026

With less than six weeks until the arrival of their eighth studio album on January 9th, 2026, Alter Bridge return with their brand-new single, Playing Aces. The song bursts open with the band’s trademark dual-guitar firepower as Myles Kennedy (vocals/guitars), Mark Tremonti (guitars/vocals), Brian Marshall (bass), and Scott Phillips (drums) lock into the muscular groove that has […]

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ON THE 1OTH ANNIVERSARY OF SINGER SCOTT WEILAND’S PASSING, A PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED SONG, “IF I COULD FLY,” IS MADE AVAILABLE

To honor ten years since Scott Weiland‘s passing, If I Could Fly, a previously unreleased track written in 2000 after the birth of his son, is out today on all digital streaming platforms through Primary Wave/Virgin. This is the first unheard song from Weiland‘s archive since he left us. It is personal, raw and a reminder of the heart […]

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WOLFGANG VAN HALEN’S MAMMOTH ANNOUNCES FIRST TOUR DATES FOR 2026 AS “THE END” TOUR CONTINUES ACROSS NORTH AMERICA

With just three dates left on their current run, GRAMMY® Award–nominated songwriter, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist Wolfgang Van Halen and his band Mammoth are announcing their first headlining dates of 2026. The lineup—Van Halen with guitarists Jon Jourdan and Frank Sidoris, bassist Ronnie Ficarro, and drummer Garrett Whitlock—will return to North America in support of their third album, The End. The […]

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2025 “BOWL FOR RONNIE” CELEBRITY BOWLING PARTY BRINGS IN OVER $85,000 FOR “RONNIE JAMES DIO STAND UP AND SHOUT CANCER FUND”

PINZ Bowling Center in Studio City, California was filled to capacity on November 13th with rock musicians, bowling enthusiasts and Dio fans for the annual Bowl For Ronnie Celebrity Bowling Party, benefiting the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund. With sponsor lanes and spectator tickets officially sold out well in advance, the event […]

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WOLFGANG VAN HALEN DISCUSSES THE CHALLENGE OF PLAYING ALL THE INSTRUMENTS ON ALL OF HIS RECORDINGS

In a new interview with Cutter’s Rockcast, Mammoth frontman Wolfgang Van Halen was asked about his decision to play all the instruments and sing all the vocals on the band’s recordings. He said (as transcribed by blabbermouth.net): “It was initially just a challenge. ‘Cause I had these ideas I was writing on my own, and I wanted to see if I […]

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STYX AND CHICAGO ANNOUNCE “THE WINDY CITIES TOUR – ALL THE HITS…YOUR KIND OF TOUR” SUMMER 2026

Two of music’s biggest bands, legendary multi-Platinum rockers Chicago and Styx, got their start in Chicago, and now they’re joining together for their first-ever co-headlining tour, bringing the best of the Midwest to venues nationwide with The Windy Cities Tour – All The Hits…Your Kind of Tour begins July 13th in West Palm Beach, FL […]

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK: IS IMAGE IMPORTANT FOR A BAND, OR IS THE MUSIC, THE ONLY THING THAT SHOULD MATTER?

As a female, I would suppose, more women than not, would agree, that image matters. Since I am one of those outlier females, the music is far more important, to me. If there is an attractive member in the band, that is just icing on the cake. I know some may not believe me, but […]

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NEW BOOK, “TALK TO ME: CONVERSATIONS WITH ACE FREHLEY,” AVAILABLE NOW

On October 16th, 2025, the rock world lost one of its true icons – when Ace Frehley passed away at the age of 74. As the original “Spaceman” and lead guitarist in KISS, Frehley inspired and influenced countless other guitar players in his wake. Serving as a member of the band throughout the ’70s (an […]

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METAL HALL OF FAME TAKES OVER THE SUNSET STRIP FOR 2026 BLOWOUT BASH

“We invite all the fans to join us in celebrating the 80’s,” says Metal Hall of Fame Founder/CEO Pat Gesualdo. “Get ready to unleash your inner metal spirit, and Dress in Leather, Studs, Big Hair, and All The Metal You Can Handle Two iconic venues, one legendary night!!  Hosted by Eddie Trunk and entertainment personality Cathy […]

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