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Acclaimed Norwegian Hard Rock/Metal Singer JORN LANDE Signs With BLACK LODGE RECORDS

Black Lodge Records has announces the signing of Jorn Lande, widely regarded as one of the greatest rock vocalists of our time. The Norwegian singer's enduring influence, distinctive voice, and proven track record place him at the forefront of a renaissance in hard-hitting, melodic rock. Described b...

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HECATE ENTHRONED Returns With 'Gallery Of Rotting Portraits' Single; New Album Due In May

British symphonic black metallers HECATE ENTHRONED return seven years since the release of the group's last album with a new, vicious single, "Gallery Of Rotting Portraits". The official lyric video for the track — created by Jack Maguire from artwork by Erskine Designs — can be viewed below. "The s...

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LION'S SHARE Shares Music Video For 'Pentagram' From Upcoming 'Inferno' Album

Swedish heavy metal veterans LION'S SHARE continue their comeback campaign by unveiling the official music video for "Pentagram", the opening track from their long-awaited album "Inferno", out March 27, 2026 via Metalville. "Pentagram" kicks off "Inferno" with a dark, uncompromising tone. Musically,...

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TOMMY ALDRIDGE Recalls Meeting OZZY OSBOURNE Five And A Half Decades Ago: 'I Knew Him Before Most People Did, Even Before He Met His Wife'

Legendary heavy rock drummer Tommy Aldridge has discussed the greatest guitar players he has worked with during his career in his first interview of 2026. The three-minute clip, conducted by Robert Scott of Phantom Four, can be seen below. Following the soft launch of his new official web site, Aldr...

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Watch: GENE SIMMONS, JOSH HOMME, CHAD SMITH Perform At DEAN DELRAY's 2026 Tribute To BON SCOTT Era Of AC/DC

February 3, 2026 marked comedian Dean Delray's 60th birthday and the final edition of his legendary Bon Scott / AC/DC tribute show. Billed as a very special, one-night-only event, the evening blended stand-up comedy and a live tribute to Scott, celebrating the iconic AC/DC frontman at the Avalon The...

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Watch: ADRIAN SMITH And RICHIE KOTZEN Kick Off 2026 European Tour In Madrid

SMITH/KOTZEN, the collaborative project featuring IRON MAIDEN guitarist Adrian Smith and THE WINERY DOGS frontman and acclaimed solo artist Richie Kotzen, kicked off its 2026 European tour Tuesday night (February 3) at La Riviera in Madrid, Spain. The band's setlist was as follows: 01. Life Unchaine...

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BLACK SABBATH Offshoot HEAVEN & HELL: 'Breaking Out Of Heaven 2007-2009' 4CD/Blu-Ray And 7LP Box Sets Coming In March

Rhino presents "Breaking Out Of Heaven 2007-2009", a new collection focusing on the final chapter of Ronnie James Dio's celebrated tenure with members of BLACK SABBATH. Reuniting with Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Vinny Appice under the name HEAVEN & HELL, the band returned to the stage and stud...

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MAYHEM's ATTILA CSIHAR Confronts His Mortality On 'Liturgy Of Death'

By David E. Gehlke Recent chatter from founding MAYHEM bassist Jørn "Necrobutcher" Stubberud suggested there's an expectation that the long-running, infamous and highly influential Norwegian black metal outfit will survive long enough to celebrate their 50th anniversary in 2034. It's not an unrealis...

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Former EXCITER Guitarist JOHN RICCI Announces Debut Album From His New Band POWERRAGE

POWERRAGE, the new band featuring former EXCITER guitarist John Ricci, will release its debut album, "Beast", on April 24 via High Roller Records. The LP was mixed and mastered by Dan Swanö at Unisound and it features artwork by Mario Lopez. In addition to Ricci, POWERRAGE includes bassist Todd Pilo...

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Watch: DEF LEPPARD Performs New Single 'Rejoice' For First Time At 2026 Las Vegas Residency Kick-Off

DEF LEPPARD kicked off its third Las Vegas residency, "Def Leppard Live At Caesars Palace: The Las Vegas Residency", on Tuesday, February 3. The 12-show run follows sold-out residencies in 2013 and 2019, marking the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductees' first time at the 4,300-seat capacity The Colo...

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Watch: MORTAL SIN Returns To Live Stage For First Time In More Than 14 Years

Australian thrash metal pioneers MORTAL SIN played their first show in more than 14 years on January 31 at the Froth & Fury festival in Adelaide, Australia. Fan-filmed video of the concert can be seen below. MORTAL SIN's 2026 lineup consists of original members Mat Maurer (vocals) and Andy Eftic...

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SISTER SIN Releases First New Song In 12 Years, 'Suicide Hill'

Swedish heavy rock band SISTER SIN has released its first new music in 12 years, "Suicide Hill", through all digital platforms. The track was recorded by SISTER SIN's current lineup of Liv Jagrell on vocals, Jimmy Hiltula on guitar, Andreas Strandh on bass, Dave Sundberg on drums and Sebastian Svedl...

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LAMB OF GOD's MARK MORTON And GIBSON Unveil Les Paul Modern Quilt Signature Guitar

Gibson has announced the release of the Mark Morton Les Paul Modern Quilt, a bold new signature model designed in collaboration with Mark Morton, the acclaimed guitarist and co-founder of LAMB OF GOD. Known for his ferocious riffs, intricate solos, and genre-defining blend of metal, thrash, and blue...

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Ex-KAMELOT Singer ROY KHAN Is Working On His First Solo Album

Former KAMELOT and current CONCEPTION vocalist Roy Khan continues shaping his first solo album, expanding on a project first revealed in late 2024. The album represents a new creative chapter in the Norwegian singer's career and follows a period of renewed live activity and closer engagement with hi...

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BLAZE BAYLEY Explains Why He Will No Longer Do 'Meet-And-Greets And Signing' Sessions At His Headlining Solo Concerts

British heavy metal vocalist Blaze Bayley, who fronted IRON MAIDEN more than 25 years ago, has announced that he will stop doing "meet-and-greets and signing" sessions at his solo concerts. The 62-year-old musician, who underwent a quadruple bypass surgery following a heart attack in March 2023, exp...