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Massive Nu-Metal Album Has Mysteriously Vanished From Spotify

Fans noticed that System of a Down's groundbreaking 2001 album 'Toxicity' has vanished from Spotify, and they're freaking out. Continue reading…
The Rush Album That Alex Lifeson Had the 'Most Fun' Making

"Everything came together. It was just so effortless," the guitarist recalls. Continue reading…
Billy Corgan's Tea Shop Struck By Car Second Time in Six Months

The tea shop owned by Corgan and his wife was previously damaged during a October 2024 incident. Continue reading…
2025 Summer Slaughter Lineup + Tour Dates Announced

Hatebreed will lead seven more acts on the 2025 edition of the Summer Slaughter festival. See who's playing and check out dates and ticketing info inside. Continue reading…
Former Aborted Drummer Addresses Allegations in New Statement

After abruptly leaving Aborted earlier this month, drummer Ken Bedene addresses allegations of inappropriate online interactions with a female fan. Continue reading…
Baroness' John Baizley: Sabbath Taught Me the Power of the Riff

John Baizley dives into Baroness' new tour celebrating their first two records and reflects on how Black Sabbath influenced him as a writer and musician. Continue reading…
The Best Album From 11 Legendary Metalcore Bands

These albums bring the heavy. Continue reading…
Metal Singer Cut From ‘Idol’ After Covering Alice In Chains

Metal singer Insite was cut from 'American Idol' after performing 'Rooster' by Alice In Chains, and he believes his performance was doctored. Continue reading…
Sammy Hagar Thinks He Knows Why Alex Van Halen Won't Speak to Him

Sammy Hagar points to a soured past business venture with his Cabo Wabo tequila brand that led to the harsh feelings. Continue reading…
Big Change Coming to Summer Slaughter Tour After 2024 Return

After a bumpy return to the festival scene, there's one significant change leading into the 2025 edition of the Summer Slaughter festival. Continue reading…
System of a Down Just Played 5 Songs for First Time in 10 Years

System of a Down played five songs for the first time in over 10 years during two concerts in South America on April 24 and 27. Continue reading…
Metallica Tout 1,800 Minutes of 'Load' in Massive New Box Set

Can you handle this 'Load'? Continue reading…
Halestorm Announce 7-Month World Tour, Reveal New Album Details

Halestorm have a busy road ahead with a seven-month tour booked, but it's to support their newly announced 'Everest' album. Details inside. Continue reading…
The Alarm Singer Mike Peters Dead at 66

He was also an accomplished solo artist and cofounded a charity for cancer research. Continue reading…
What Ever Happened to Rock + Metal's Class of 1985?

Some had careers that are still going while others spent a short lived time in the spotlight. See what happened to rock and metal's class of 1985. Continue reading…