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Rock + Metal Bands That Still Saw Success With Their Third Singer

These rock and metal bands still found at least moderate success with their third singer despite fans typically being skeptical. Continue reading…
The Pretty Reckless Announce 2026 Tour Dates + New Album Details

The Pretty Reckless have announced a set of 2026 North American tour dates and revealed the details for their upcoming new album 'Dear God.' Continue reading…
Fan Goes Viral for Singing '90s Rock Songs at Basketball Game

A Pitt Panthers band member could be heard above all others in the arena belting Goo Goo Dolls, Creed and Cranberries songs to distract Stanford Cardinal basketball players. Continue reading…
Live Nation Employees Caught Mocking Customers In Leaked Comments

"I almost feel bad taking advantage of them," one joked. Continue reading…
12 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week

We'e got the return of Dogstar to the concert stage and two special Marilyn Manson anniversary shows among this week's concert and tour announcements. Continue reading…
Exodus' Gary Holt Is Ready For New Album + What's Coming Next

Gary Holt joins Loudwire Nights to help fans get ready for Exodus' new album, 'Goliath,' and says their next record is already nearly wrapped up. Continue reading…
The New Rock + Metal Albums Out Today

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026. Continue reading…
Pearl Jam's Mike McCready Has a Rock Opera for Graphic Novel

Here's what you need to know about Mike McCready's new graphic novel and rock opera album. Continue reading…
Member of Reuniting Girl Group Once Sang in '90s Post-Grunge Band

Now back singing with Pussycat Dolls on their reunion tour, we revisit Nicole Scherzinger's early years starting her career with Days of the New. Continue reading…
The Best Metal Album of Each Year of the 2000s

Going through metal's first decade in the new millennium, these albums represent the best of each year from 2000 through 2009. Continue reading…
Sebastian Bach Apologizes for Christina Applegate Relationship

During an interview with Billboard, Sebastian Bach apologized for the relationship he once had with actress Christina Applegate. Continue reading…
What Is the Best Nu-Metal Song? Papa Roach Have Some Thoughts

The four Papa Roach members share their best nu-metal song picks and also can't help but name one of their own in the discussion. Continue reading…
Metallica React to Marching Band Director Honoring Tattoo Bet

A marching band director just took his dedication to a whole new level, earning cheers from Metallica fans for a bold promise he kept. Continue reading…
The All-Time Best Cover Song By 11 Big Pop-Punk Bands

Breaking down the biggest covers from Green Day, Paramore and other big pop punk acts. Continue reading…
Jack Osbourne Welcomes New Baby, Named After Ozzy

We're sure the Prince of Darkness would approve. Continue reading…