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Beartooth Announce 2026 U.S. Tour Dates With 3 Special Guests

With Don Broco, Magnolia Park and Windwaker. Continue reading…
Shinedown Honor Fan Request, Play Song for First Time in 18 Years

A longtime devoted fan got a welcome surprise attending his 102nd Shinedown concert when the band honored his song request. Continue reading…
The Best Rock Song of Each Year of the 2000s (2000-2009)

A new century brought about new popular styles and a shift in the rock industry. Continue reading…
John 5 Has Not Spoken to Rob Zombie in 4 Years

The guitarist's decision to join Motley Crue seems to have severed his relationship with his former boss. Continue reading…
'Look Outside Your Window' Official Release Date Revealed

A worldwide release date for the Slipknot members' long-awaited 'Look Outside Your Window' album has officially been revealed. Continue reading…
Static-X Cancel All 2026 Tour Dates Due to Serious Medical Issues

Static-X have canceled all of their upcoming 2026 tour dates due to 'serious medical issues' that require 'immediate attention.' Continue reading…
See Eye-Catching Photos From All Four Days of Sonic Temple 2026

Take a closer look at all the rocking action and atmosphere from the 2026 edition of the Sonic Temple festival through this photo gallery. Continue reading…
VOTE: Better Style - Covers vs. Originals

Would you rather hear a block of cover songs of the original songs that they came from? That's the Chuck's Fight Club for this week's Loudwire Nights radio show. Continue reading…
How Napalm Death Inspired My Chemical Romance's Current Tour

The inspiration behind the sprawling tour shows My Chemical Romance may have been planning the whole thing several years before the first show. Continue reading…
6 Big Things That Happened at Sonic Temple 2026

Sonic Temple 2026 has some amazing headline sets, several cool collaborations and one awesome tribute to a lost rocker. Continue reading…
5 Best ‘90s Instrumental Prog Metal Albums (Ranked)

Do we prefer the first or second Liquid Tension Experiment LP? Click to find out! Continue reading…
Castle Rat Singer Laughs Off 'Industry Plant' Talk

Castle Rat's Riley Pinkerton speaks about the growing fan investment in the band and the passion they put toward the music, art and stage theatrics. Continue reading…
Smashing Pumpkins Announce 'Mellon Collie' 30th Anniversary Tour

The Rats in a Cage Tour will take Billy Corgan and company across North America. Continue reading…
Frank Bello Celebrates New Music, Reflects on Grammy Award + More

Anthrax's Frank Bello dives into his band's next album, 'Cursum Perficio,' and takes some time to reflect on his recent Grammy award. Continue reading…
Official Paul Di'Anno Documentary Coming to North America in June

'Di'Anno – Iron Maiden's Lost Singer' will be releasing on VOD and DVD/Blu-ray next month! Continue reading…