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Better Metallica 'ReLoad' Song - 'Fuel' vs. 'The Memory Remains'

Vote to let us know which is the better Metallica 'ReLoad' song — 'Fuel' or 'The Memory Remains.' Continue reading…
Ex-Turnstile Guitarist Gets Trial Date on Attempted Murder Charge

The ex-Turnstile guitarist will be tried this October in Maryland in relation to the March 2025 case. Continue reading…
7 Big Things That Happened at Hellfest 2026

A list of seven big things that happened at Hellfest 2026 in Clisson, France, from Breaking Benjamin's first show in the country to an Ozzy Osbourne statue. Continue reading…
Clive Davis, Music Industry Powerhouse, Dead at 94

For six decades he was driven by a passion for discovery and a steadfast belief in the power of music. Continue reading…
Ex-Godsmack Drummer Tackles Critics of Mike Mangini Joining Band

Former Godsmack drummer Shannon Larkin shares his thoughts on those stating Mike Mangini is 'overqualified' to join the group. Continue reading…
Goose Honor Fan Who Died in Fall at New York Concert

Goose led their audience in a tribute to the fan who lost his life in a fall at New York's Madison Square Garden Saturday night. Continue reading…
Richie Faulkner Names Band That Influenced Song About 'Rupture'

Richie Faulkner reveals the group that got him back playing after his aortic rupture and ended up influencing the sound of his Elegant Weapons' instrumental 'Rupture.' Continue reading…
The Best Song on Every Opeth Album

How do you pick just one from 'Blackwater Park'?! Continue reading…
Win a Trip to Kansas City to See Five Finger Death Punch

Tickets. Flights. Hotel. And BBQ with a member of Five Finger Death Punch the day of the show. Enter for your chance to win it all. Continue reading…
Shinedown’s Brent Smith Explains Why He Prefers Nomad Lifestyle

Smith hasn't had an official home since 2016, and that's perfectly fine with him. Continue reading…
Benante 'Sitting Out' Next Few Anthrax Shows Due to Injury

"I’m already focused on getting healthy and look forward to being back on the road soon," Benante said while announcing who'll be filling in through the start of July. Continue reading…
The Biggest Rock + Metal Tours of Summer 2026

These are the biggest rock and metal bands heading out on tour this summer and also the tours with the most stacked lineups. Continue reading…
The 'Big 4' Bands of Boomer, Gen X, Millennial + Gen Z Dad Rock

We picked four bands to represent the 'Big 4' of dad rock for the Boomer, Gen X, Millennial and Gen Z generations, including Led Zeppelin, Nirvana and more. Continue reading…
What 11 Hair Metal Legends Have Said About Being a Father

These rock stars spent decades on the road, but their most meaningful stories happened at home. Continue reading…
21 Underrated '80s Rock Albums Every Music Fan Needs on Vinyl

These underrated gems from the 1980s absolutely need to be in your vinyl collection. Continue reading…