Legendary heavy rock drummer Tommy Aldridge has officially soft-launched his new web site, AldridgeWorld.com, which will serve as the central hub for official news, new music, and updates on his career and projects. The site provides direct access to information about Aldridge‘s ongoing work and legacy, straight from Aldridge and his team. To mark the soft launch, Aldridge has shared a personal […]

Iron Maiden have been honored with a signature Jim Dunlop Cry Baby wah, a special Killers edition of the iconic pedal paying homage to the band’s early years. Metallica‘s Kirk Hammett and Dream Theater‘s John Petrucci were among the first players in the world to get their hands on the new pedal, having been sent “mystery” boxes to open for their social media followers. The Jim […]

Poison frontman Bret Michaels appears to have posted a response to drummer Rikki Rockett‘s claim, that the band’s 40th anniversary tour was scrapped, due to financial disagreements. Michaels wrote on his  Facebook account: …”To my friend Rikki Rockett – have fun tonight with my good buddy Eddie Trunk and enjoy the Metal Hall Of Fame ceremony,” Michaels added. “As always, I consider Poison to be Bobby, C.C., Rikki and […]

Def Leppard have released their new single Rejoice. The dynamic track comes ahead of Def Leppard‘s triumphant return to Las Vegas for their Def Leppard: Live at Caesars Palace The Las Vegas Residency that begins February 3rd. Rejoice is available on UMe now on all streaming platforms. Watch the official lyric video below. On the creation of the song, Def Leppard lead singer Joe Elliott shares, “This song’s […]

Fozzy, the band featuring wrestling superstar Chris Jericho and Stuck Mojo mastermind Rich “The Duke” Ward, has announced the Twisted Faith Tour 2026, set to take place around the band’s appearances at the Welcome To Rockville and Sonic Temple festivals. Along for the ride for FOZZY‘s headlining shows will be Flaw, Spineshank and Who On Earth (on select dates). Tickets and VIP information for the shows are available at FozzyRock.com. Fozzy‘s Twisted […]

Exodus will release their twelfth studio album, Goliath, on March 20th through Napalm Records. Today, the band reveals the massive opening track 3111 — the sinister single strikes dissonant chords before careening into breakneck thrash intensity. This album standout showcases Exodus‘ ever-increasingly dynamic approach, even decades into their historic reign. Emerging hungrier than ever in 2026, with Goliath, Exodus reinforces their eternal foothold […]

As anticipation continues to build for Megadeth‘s final studio album, the metal titans have released the LP’s latest single, Puppet Parade. It marks the fourth single from Megadeth‘s upcoming self-titled album, due on January 23rd, watch it below. To listen to other singles, click on the highlighted titles: Let There Be Shred!,  I Don’t Care and Tipping Point. […]

Currently blazing their way across Europe opening for Alter Bridge, GRAMMY® Award–nominated metal icons Sevendust have announced their 15th studio album, ONE. The highly anticipated release from the quintet—Lajon Witherspoon (vocals), Clint Lowery (guitar), John Connolly (guitar), Vince Hornsby (bass), and Morgan Rose (drums)—arrives May 1st through Napalm Records. Building on their unmistakable sound while continuing […]

UMe/Mercury and Anthem Records label groups continue the comprehensive Rush albums expanded reissue series with the arrival of new Super Deluxe Editions of the band’s 1984 release, Grace Under Pressure, an album that saw the trio shifting gears to construct eight technology-driven tracks that were forward driving compositions from their previous works. Grace Under Pressure: […]

The following statement has been released by John Sykes’ official website regarding Golden Robot records statement that they will be posthumously releasing an EP of Sykes’ music. “In response to this year’s recent press release from Golden Robot Records, we feel it is necessary to issue a statement on behalf of the estate of John […]

Founding Poison drummer Rikki Rockett announces his plans to do a tribute performance of Poison’s Look What the Cat Dragged In with the Rockett Mafia. This year marks the album’s 40th anniversary, which features the hits Talk Dirty to Me, I Want Action, Cry Tough, and the album’s namesake Look What the Cat Dragged In. […]

Oli Coleman of the Page Six of the NY Post reports: …Poison shelved its much anticipated 40th anniversary tour — because lead singer Bret Michaels reportedly wants to earn $6 for every dollar his bandmates earn from the dates… …“We had a great offer, I thought. But we left the table,” drummer Rikki Rockett told us, “It didn’t […]

According to blabbermouth.net, Australia’s Golden Robot Records has announced plans to release a posthumous EP from legendary English guitarist John Sykes (Tygers Of Pan Tang, Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake, Blue Murder, Sykes). According to the label, this “deeply special and historic release,” which is expected to arrive later this year, will “offer fans a powerful final chapter from one of rock’s most revered […]

Judas Priest‘s Screaming For Vengeance tour, Whitesnake‘s Slide It In tour., Ozzy‘s Bizzard of Ozz tour and Van Halen‘s 1984 tour. I would have also liked to have seen Mötley Crüe on their Shout At The Devil tour, which I think they were opening for Ozzy on his Bark At The Moon tour.

The Ballad Of Judas Priest, a new documentary about legendary Grammy-winning English heavy metal band Judas Priest and their epic journey to the top of rock and roll, will receive its world premiere at the 76th Berlinale – Berlin International Film Festival, set to take place February 12th-22nd. The Berlinale is a unique place of artistic exploration and entertainment. It is […]

Once Bitten — featuring former members of Great White and Jack Russell’s Great White, is tearing the roof off with their brand-new single, Rockin’ Like the 80s. Staying true to the legendary Great White sound, the band moves forward following the passing of iconic front man Jack Russell, building on the legacy and opening a new chapter. With powerhouse vocalist Andrew […]

Mark Yarm of The NY Times reports: Last August, the long-running thrash-metal band Megadeth posted a video titled The End Is Near that opens with an apocalyptic montage out of the movies — cities on fire, despairing newscasters, that sort of thing. It was pretty much par for the course for a group that takes its name […]

British/American metal trio Raven will return to the live stage for an extensive North American tour of more than 35 shows from March through May this year. Support on the trek will come from Slackjaw. Raven vocalist/bassist John Gallagher states, “After our ‘medical gap year’ of 2025, we are hungry and itching to get back to doing what we do best […]

The official music video for Name In Blood, the latest single from Black Label Society, can be seen below. The clip was directed by the band’s longtime visual collaborator, Justin H. Reich of Three Thirty-Three Creative. Name In Blood is the fourth single from Black Label Society‘s upcoming album, Engines Of Demolition, which will arrive on March 27th through MNRK Heavy. The follow-up to 2021’s Doom […]

I think it might have been a door poster of Jon Bon Jovi? However, long before the official posters were acquired, I already had pages from magazines, taped to my walls. Back in the day, many magazines had official pictures, that were meant to be “ripped out” and displayed. So, going on that premise, I […]