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Better Lovers Part Ways With Singer Greg Puciato - See Statement

Better Lovers have announced their intent to move forward without singer Greg Puciato in a newly issued statement. Continue reading…
Win a Trip to Bourbon & Beyond 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky

As the temperatures rise, so does excitement for one of the biggest gatherings of music lovers and foodies in the country — mark your calendars for Bourbon & Beyond. Continue reading…
Sharon Osbourne’s Wild Tactics to Keep Ozzy From Drugs + Alcohol

Sharon Osbourne told Bunnie Xo on the 'Dumb Blonde' podcast that she used to rub Ozzy's liquor bottles in the babies' diapers so he wouldn't drink them. Continue reading…
Rocklahoma 2026 20th Anniversary Lineup Announced

It's Godsmack, Papa Roach and Slayer headlining the 20th anniversary edition of the Rocklahoma festival in 2026. Continue reading…
'Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition' Documentary Coming to Theaters

Tickets for 'Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition' will be available starting in March. Continue reading…
Yungblud Reveals 2026 Bludfest Lineup + Changes to Festival

Yungblud's Bludfest will return in 2026, but will have a few changes that may surprise attendees of the performer's annual music festival. Continue reading…
2 Weeks Before Final Show, Ozzy Was Told He Could 'Probably Die'

Sharon Osbourne details how her husband "went out like a rock star." Continue reading…
Do You Remember These Forgotten 1986 Rock Radio Hits?

Once thriving at rock radio in 1986, it's hard to find these songs on the airwaves these days. Continue reading…
Former Seattle Police Captain Believes Kurt Cobain Was Murdered

A retired Seattle Police named Neil Low captain believes Nirvana's Kurt Cobain was murdered and that the case should be reopened. Continue reading…
The 11 Best Progressive Metalcore Albums of All Time (Ranked)

Consider this your official starter kit for progressive metalcore. Continue reading…
Who Is Loren Gold, Rush’s New Touring Keyboardist?

Loren Gold — who's worked with The Who, Chicago and several other rock artists — has been revealed as Rush's new touring keyboardist. Continue reading…
Louder Than Life 2026 Lineup — Nearly 200 Bands Announced

See who will be joining Iron Maiden, Limp Bizkit, Tool and My Chemical Romance on the Louder Than Life 2026 bill. Continue reading…
Angela Gossow's First Statement on Lauren Hart Joining Arch Enemy

Arch Enemy manager and former singer Angela Gossow offers her first comments on the band's new vocalist choice, Lauren Hart. Continue reading…
Rush Reveal New Keyboardist for Reunion Tour

"It's going to free us up to work on those dance moves," Alex Lifeson joked. Continue reading…
Rush Announce First 2027 Tour Dates

Rush's Fifty Something tour will continue into 2027, as they've just revealed new sets of dates that will take place in South America and Europe. Continue reading…