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Jury Rules Live Nation Guilty of Running Illegal Monopoly

The jury ruled that Live Nation had operated as a monopoly and overcharged fans and now the judge will now oversee deliberation on the next steps to remedy the situation. Continue reading…
Should Music Be Political? Billy Corgan Asks David Draiman

Billy Corgan asked Disturbed frontman David Draiman whether he thinks music should be political on his podcast 'The Magnificent Others.' Continue reading…
Are Iconic Goth Band HIM the Next to Reunite?

Ville Valo says he misses his former bandmates and would be up for playing with HIM again someday. Continue reading…
Who Are the 'Big 4' Bands of Heavy Metal?

Only the genre's biggest and boldest innovators can lay claim to the title. Continue reading…
Taylor Momsen Hospitalized, Shows Photo of Spider Rash

The Pretty Reckless' Taylor Momsen was hospitalized in Mexico over a skin rash that formed on her leg after being bit by a poisonous spider. Continue reading…
What Songs Should Be Played at Billy Idol's Rock Hall Induction?

Vote in our poll to let us know which songs you'd like to see Billy Idol play at his Rock Hall induction. Continue reading…
Dave Mustaine Shares How He Influenced Every ‘Big 4’ Thrash Band

The Megadeth frontman and guitarist explains the one specific way in which he influenced all four of thrash's 'Big 4' bands. Continue reading…
Blaze Bayley Reacts to Rock Hall Induction With Iron Maiden

Blaze Bayley's named was added to the list of Iron Maiden nominees just a couple weeks before the band was confirmed to be inducted. Continue reading…
What Songs Should Be Played at Iron Maiden's Rock Hall Induction?

Given that most bands get a medley, vote for which Iron Maiden songs you feel should represent the band at their 2026 Rock Hall induction. Continue reading…
Photos + Review - Lamb of God Take Austin 'Into Oblivion'

See Loudwire's exclusive photos from the Into Oblivion tour. Continue reading…
Dethklok's Brendon Small - My 5 Favorite Amon Amarth Songs

Dethklok frontman and 'Metalocalypse' mastermind Brendon Small names his favorite Amon Amarth songs ahead of a joint tour. Continue reading…
Jack White Blasts Christian Trump Supporters After 'Jesus' Post

Jack White has called out Christian Trump supporters, questioning how they can still support the president after his social media post depicting himself as a 'Christ-like' healer. Continue reading…
Will Iron Maiden or Oasis Show Up for Their Rock Hall Inductions?

Both bands have criticized the Hall in the past, but now they're inductees. Continue reading…
The Longest-Running Mainstream Rock Chart Toppers of the 2000s

Radio programmers and listeners both had plenty of love for these 2000s rock songs. Continue reading…
Iron Maiden's Statement on Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction

After years of being snubbed, the metal icons are finally getting inducted. Continue reading…