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44 Bands 2026 Vans Warped Tour Announced This Past Week

Sublime, A Day to Remember, The Devil Wears Prada and more have been announced for the 2026 Vans Warped Tour. See which stops they'll be playing. Continue reading…
'90s Band Ex-Members Send Singer Cease + Desist Before Live Tour

Just days before the tour is set to begin in Canada, a legal battle has ensued over who has the right to use the band's name. Continue reading…
Did You Ever Catch the Small Imperfection in Ghost's Logo?

Tobias Forge pointed out a small imperfection he made in Ghost's logo during an interview with Canadian journalist Nardwuar. Continue reading…
Dave Grohl Explains Firing of Josh Freese From Foo Fighters

The frontman says the decision "didn't happen overnight." Continue reading…
Steve Perry Responds to Journey Reunion Rumors

Well, that was quick. Continue reading…
11 Grunge Songs That Made Their Debut on Movie Soundtracks

These grunge songs were originally written for movie soundtracks, such as Cameron Crowe's 'Singles' and were either included on albums or left as singles. Continue reading…
23 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week

Breaking Benjamin, Shinedown, Bruce Springsteen and Poppy lead the big tour announcements from this past week. Continue reading…
Interview + Contest: Full Metal Jackie's Heavy Metal Life

Full Metal Jackie opens up about her journey in the world of rock and metal, including releasing her own book celebrating the best lyrics from the '80s. Continue reading…
The New Rock + Metal Albums Out Today

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026. Continue reading…
Arch Enemy Fans React to New Singer - 'Lauren Is a Beast'

Arch Enemy has announced Lauren Hart as the band's new singer, and fans are having some strong reactions. Continue reading…
Steve Perry Is Apparently Considering a Journey Reunion

They've confirmed shows through July, with a kickoff later this month. Continue reading…
What Held Up a Potential Ozzy Osbourne-Van Halen Brothers Album?

Alex Van Halen speaks about the rumored potential album between Ozzy and the Van Halen brothers and why it never happened. Continue reading…
Who Is Lauren Hart, Arch Enemy's New Vocalist?

Arch Enemy just revealed Lauren Hart is their new vocalist several months after parting ways with longtime singer Alissa White-Gluz. Continue reading…
Arch Enemy Officially Reveal New Singer

This is the Swedish melodic death metal veterans' fourth vocalist. Continue reading…
White House Disses Springsteen in Statement, Politician Responds

The White House Communications Director dissed Bruce Springsteen in a statement only for a Maryland politician to respond in defense. Continue reading…