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1. Watch: SABATON's JOAKIM BRODÉN Discusses 'Legends' Album At Special London Event

   
   On October 16, SABATON frontman Joakim Brodén was at HMV Oxford Street in London, United Kingdom for a special question-and-answer session hosted by popular historian, novelist, TV presenter and journalist Dan Jones. The two had an in-depth chat about the stories behind SABATON's just-released new a...

2. SCORPIONS/Ex-MOTÖRHEAD Drummer MIKKEY DEE To Perform KISS Classics With SWEDEN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

   
   Mikkey Dee, the veteran Swedish hard rock drummer best known for his work with MOTÖRHEAD, SCORPIONS and KING DIAMOND, will team up with the Sweden Symphony Orchestra in early 2026 to embark on a six-date Swedish tour during which they will perform "the amazing hits by KISS". According to a press rel...

3. BIOHAZARD's BILLY GRAZIADEI: 'We're Like ROCKY BALBOA. We Shine Best When People Count Us Out'

   
   By David E. Gehlke Seminal Brooklyn, NY metallic hardcore veterans BIOHAZARD announced the reformation of their classic lineup of Evan Seinfeld (vocals/bass), Billy Graziadei (vocals/guitar), Bobby Hambel (guitar) and Danny Schuler (drums) in 2022, which was subsequently followed by a run of dates i...

4. Official PAUL DI'ANNO Documentary, 'Di'Anno: Iron Maiden's Lost Singer', To Arrive In 2026

   
   An official documentary about late IRON MAIDEN singer Paul Di'Anno, "Di'Anno: Iron Maiden's Lost Singer", will finally be released in 2026. The film was helmed by Wes Orshoski, co-director and producer of the acclaimed 2010 film "Lemmy" about the MOTÖRHEAD icon, and 2015's "The Damned: Don't You Wis...

5. Members Of MORBID ANGEL, ORIGIN And ANGELCORPSE Announce Debut MALEFIC THRONE Album 'The Conquering Darkness'

   
   Guitarist Gene Palubicki (ANGELCORPSE, PERDITION TEMPLE), vocalist and bassist Steve Tucker (MORBID ANGEL) and drummer John Longstreth (ORIGIN, HATE ETERNAL, ex-ANGELCORPSE) have finished recording their debut album as MALEFIC THRONE. Titled "The Conquering Darkness", the effort is set for release o...

6. CHRIS BARNES On Upcoming SIX FEET UNDER Album: 'It Encompasses Just A Lot Of Everything We've Done'

   
   During an appearance on the latest episode of the "100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal" podcast, hosted by Metal Blade Records CEO Brian Slagel, SIX FEET UNDER vocalist Chris Barnes spoke about the progress of the recording sessions for the band's upcoming album. The follow-up to last year's "Killing...

7. SNOT's JOHN 'TUMOR' FAHNESTOCK On Band's 2025 Reunion: 'Seeing The Response From The Crowd, It Brought Tears To Our Eyes'

   
   In a new interview with Australia's Heavy, bassist John "Tumor" Fahnestock spoke about SNOT return to the live stage and the reactivated Santa Barbara-based metal/punk rock hybrid's plans for the coming months. Referencing the fact that Andy Knapp of fellow Southern California band STRONGER THAN MAC...

8. LINKIN PARK's MIKE SHINODA: EMILY ARMSTRONG Is 'A Total Phenomenon' And A 'Once-In-A-Generation Voice'

   
   In a new interview with Chile's Futuro, LINKIN PARK's Mike Shinoda spoke about how fans have been reacting to singer Emily Armstrong joining the band in 2024, seven years after Chester Bennington's death in 2017. The band went on hiatus shortly after. He said (as transcribed by...

9. DAVE MCCLAIN Says He 'Decided To Move On' From SACRED REICH

   
   Drummer Dave McClain has commented on his latest exit from Arizona thrash metal veterans SACRED REICH. Earlier today (Tuesday, October 21), McClain released the following message via his social media: "Hey everyone! As I'm sure you've heard, I'm no longer with SACRED REICH. "Since rejoining in 2018...

10. MASTODON's BILL KELLIHER Praises New Guitarist NICK JOHNSTON: 'We Are The Strongest Band We've Ever Been Right Now'

    
    On August 15, 2025, just five days before the tragic death of ex-MASTODON guitarist Brent Hinds, MASTODON guitarist Bill Kelliher was interviewed by Niels Guns of the Sixty Scales And The Truth podcast at the Dynamo Metalfest in Eindhoven, The Netherlands. During the chat, which has just been upload...

11. SLAYER To Celebrate 40th Anniversary Of 'Reign In Blood' At Inaugural SICK NEW WORLD TEXAS In October 2026

    
    California thrash metal legends SLAYER will celebrate the 40th anniversary of their classic third album, "Reign In Blood", at the inaugural Sick New World Texas, set to take place October 24, 2026 at the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas. Also scheduled to appear are SYSTEM OF A DOWN, DEFTON...

12. It's Official: SYSTEM OF A DOWN To Headline 2026 Editions Of SICK NEW WORLD In Las Vegas And Texas

    
    SYSTEM OF A DOWN and KORN will return to Sick New World Las Vegas, taking place at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds on April 25, 2026. The staggering lineup features additional performances from BRING ME THE HORIZON, EVANESCENCE, Marilyn Manson, Danny Elfman, KNOCKED LOOSE, MINISTRY, AFI,...

13. JUDAS PRIEST Donates $100,000 To Los Angeles Fire Department

    
    The members of JUDAS PRIEST were very pleased to donate $100,000 to the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) before their show at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, California on Sunday, October 19, 2025 This was a contribution from the band to help the people who suffered damage due to the recent wildfire...

14. New Details Emerge On LIMP BIZKIT Bassist SAM RIVERS's Death, Reportedly Involving Cardiac Arrest

    
    TMZ has revealed more details surrounding the passing of LIMP BIZKIT bassist Sam Rivers. The Fred Durst-fronted outfit announced on Saturday (October 18) that Rivers died earlier that day at age 48. Earlier today (Tuesday, October 21), a spokesperson for the St. Johns County, Florida Fire Rescue tol...

15. Chama

    
    Everybody loves Max Cavalera. For those who didn't get the memo, the Brazilian's contribution to the metal world over the last 40 years has been vast and far-reaching. From his days in SEPULTURA to his relentless metal mission with SOULFLY and an assortment of other noisy bastards, he has consistent...