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1. EINHERJER To Release Tenth Studio Album This Summer

   
   By Norse Music has announced a new partnership with Norwegian Nordic metal pioneers EINHERJER. The band will release its tenth studio album this summer via By Norse Music. Frode Glesnes, founder of EINHERJER, said: "We are proud to join the roster of By Norse Music. The label represents a vision of...

2. JUDAS PRIEST Guitarist RICHIE FAULKNER's ELEGANT WEAPONS Announces Second Album 'Evolution', Shares 'Bridges Burn' Single

   
   ELEGANT WEAPONS, the hard rock and heavy metal powerhouse led by JUDAS PRIEST guitarist Richie Faulkner, has released a new single, "Bridges Burn", the first track from the band's forthcoming sophomore album "Evolution", due April 24, 2026 on Exciter Records. The album will be released digitally and...

3. THE PRETTY RECKLESS Announces Fifth Studio Album 'Dear God', Shares New Single 'When I Wake Up'

   
   Platinum-selling rock band THE PRETTY RECKLESS has begun an explosive new era with the announcement of its forthcoming fifth studio album, "Dear God", as well as a 2026 headlining world tour. Arriving alongside the announcement is their new single "When I Wake Up", out now via Fearless Records. List...

4. SEBASTIAN BACH: 'I'm Going To Give You Guys Fun And Energy In TWISTED SISTER'

   
   In a new interview with Meltdown of Detroit's WRIF radio station, former SKID ROW singer Sebastian Bach spoke about being chosen to front TWISTED SISTER for the latter band's fall 2026 shows after iconic vocalist Dee Snider resigned from TWISTED SISTER due to "health challenges". Sebastian said (as...

5. GEOFF TATE's 'Operation: Mindcrime III' Album To Arrive In May: The Production Is 'Miles Above' The Original 1988 LP

   
   In a new interview with Canada's The Metal Voice, ex-QUEENSRŸCHE singer Geoff Tate spoke about his upcoming third and final chapter in the band's classic "Operation: Mindcrime" album series, which is due in May. The LP's first single, "Power", is expected to be released next week. Asked why he wante...

6. LAMB OF GOD's MARK MORTON Talks About Changes In Music Industry, Reflects On Signing Major Label Deal

   
   In a new interview with Premier Guitar, LAMB OF GOD guitarist Mark Morton was asked about the music industry changes he and his bandmates have seen in the three decades since the group's inception, particularly in terms of how people consume music, but also how bands like LAMB OF GOD make money. Mar...

7. Screams From Beneath The Surface

   
   Legendary exponents of Floridian death metal, MONSTROSITY have seldom received due credit for their efforts. This is largely the result of a somewhat intermittent recording career that has produced only six albums in 36 years, but the quality of those records has never been in doubt. As they approac...

8. EXODUS's TOM HUNTING: 'I'm Almost At The Five-Year Point Now Of Being Without Cancer'

   
   In a new interview with the "Talk Louder" podcast, hosted by veteran music journalist "Metal Dave" Glessner and lifelong hard rock/metal vocalist Jason McMaster, EXODUS's Tom Hunting offered an update on his health, nearly five years after he underwent a successful total gastrectomy during his battl...

9. PEARL JAM's MIKE MCCREADY To Release Original Graphic Novel 'Farewell To Seasons'

   
   Mike McCready, guitarist for PEARL JAM, TEMPLE OF THE DOG and MAD SEASON, has teamed up with Z2 to release the original graphic novel and "lost" rock opera, "Mike McCready's Farewell To Seasons". Developed over the last 20 years, McCready's story captures the drive and sense of community that...

10. ADRIAN SMITH Says Upcoming Official IRON MAIDEN Documentary Includes 'A Few Things That Have Never Come To Light Before'

    
    In a new interview with Gastão Moreira of Brazil's Kazagastão, IRON MAIDEN guitarist Adrian Smith was asked if he has seen the band's upcoming feature documentary, titled "Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition", which will hit theaters for a limited time only beginning May 7, 2026. He said (as transcribed b...

11. LACUNA COIL's ANDREA FERRO On Splitting Lead Vocals With CRISTINA SCABBIA: 'It Gives Us A Certain Flexibility'

    
    In a new interview with Scott Davidson of Chicago's Rebel Radio 92.5 FM, Andrea Ferro spoke about LACUNA COIL's most distinct and dominant feature — the dual vocals of Ferro and Cristina Scabbia. Asked how he and Cristina decide who is going to sing which part when they are working on new music, And...

12. OVERKILL To Record New Album This Spring/Summer For Possible Late 2026 Release

    
    During a March 11 appearance on SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", OVERKILL singer Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth spoke about the progress of the songwriting sessions for the band's follow-up to their latest album, "Scorched", which came out in April 2023 via Nuclear Blast. He said (as...

13. ANTHRAX's SCOTT IAN Says He Completed Canadian Tour With A Severely Injured Back: 'At My Best, I Was Maybe 40%'

    
    In a new interview with Australia's Heavy, ANTHRAX's 62-year-old guitarist Scott Ian was asked how his body is holding up these during the group's live performances, especially as he and his bandmates are preparing to embark on a four-date Australian tour at the end of the month. He responded (as tr...

14. THE DEAD DAISIES Announce Special May 2026 Show Featuring GLENN HUGHES

    
    Rock fans in the Chicago area won't want to miss this exclusive event on May 30, 2026 at the legendary Arcada Theatre, as THE DEAD DAISIES return for a special night of rock featuring Glenn Hughes on vocals and bass. Glenn will join Doug Aldrich, Tommy Clufetos and David Lowy for this rare,...

15. PUSCIFER Releases 'Tales From The Pusciverse #2: The Briefcase'

    
    The Pusciverse continues to expand with the arrival of "Tales From The Pusciverse #2: The Briefcase". The new installment follows the immediate sell-out of the series' debut issue, which introduced the character Bellendia Black and quickly moved through two printings. The second issue centers on...