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Metallica Address 'Frustrating' Sphere Ticket Issues in Statement

Metallica issued a statement revealing that more Las Vegas Sphere dates may be added later and addressed the ticketing issues. Continue reading…
Warped Tour Announce All But 8 Bands for 2026 Long Beach Fest

All but 8 bands have been announced for the 2026 Vans Warped Tour stop in Long Beach, California, but you might be able to guess who will fill the current vacancies. Continue reading…
Major Studio Wins Bidding War for Bon Jovi Biopic

There's a new Bon Jovi biopic in the works that will center on the band's formative years. Continue reading…
7 Reasons Why Gen X Had the Greatest Music Experience

We take a closer look at why and how Gen X has developed such a love for and had a front row seat for some of the best music in history. Continue reading…
Jello Biafra Hospitalized After Stroke: What Happened?

All future appearances have been canceled following the incident, which has kept Biafra hospitalized. Continue reading…
Warped Tour Nearly Finalize 2026 Washington D.C. Lineup

All but three bands have been announced for the Washington, D.C. stop of the 2026 Vans Warped Tour. Continue reading…
Poll: Favorite Guns N' Roses Era — Old School vs. New School

Let us know if you prefer the old school Guns N' Roses era or the new school era of music they've been issuing over the past decade. Continue reading…
Why a Glenn Danzig Album Just Sold for $10k on Discogs

Someone paid $10,000 for the record after the seller revealed its unique backstory. Continue reading…
Boston Singer Dies at Age 60 After Battle With Brain Cancer

He passed away on the same date as the legendary frontman he'd originally replaced. Continue reading…
Alice Cooper Announces 'Devil on My Shoulder' Autobiography

"I've written this book to track Alice's 'evilution,' and how I've tamed him at last," the shock rock legend says. Continue reading…
Live Nation Settles Antitrust Lawsuit, Penalties Revealed

Here's how the settlement may affect how much you pay for concert tickets going forward. Continue reading…
Green Carnation Ready to Fully Bloom With Prog Album Trilogy

We spoke to one of Norway's most emotionally powerful prog metal bands about their upcoming album, their legacy and why melancholia is a key part of their music. Continue reading…
Lamb of God's Randy Blythe Challenges Bands to Speak Their Minds

Amongst people of my generation and older, I sure would like to see a little bit more vocal discontent,' shares the Lamb of God singer. Continue reading…
The 11 Best Progressive Doom Metal Albums of All Time (Ranked)

Get your fix of tricky arrangements, slow tempos and foreboding vibes right here! Continue reading…
Why Slipknot's Clown Left Iowa + Moved to Palm Springs

"The energy [here] is incredible," Crahan said of his new location. Continue reading…