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DEF LEPPARD Shares Previously Unreleased Cover Of THE BEATLES' 'Revolution' From Upcoming 'Volume 4' Box Set

DEF LEPPARD, Britain's greatest arena rock band, will release "Volume 4", the fourth of six volumes showcasing the band's complete recorded output, on November 13, 2026. Available on both 180g vinyl and limited-edition CD box sets via UMR, it features all studio recordings from 2015 to 2023, includi...

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YNGWIE J. MALMSTEEN Is Happy, Healthy And More Committed Than Ever To Doing It His Way

By David E. Gehlke Yngwie J. Malmsteen's decision to take on vocal duties 14 years ago hasn't been popular. Considering the volume of highly capable frontmen who have come and gone in his band, not to mention the stable of available veteran or up-and-coming lead singers who could do "I Am A Viking"...

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EPICA Announces 'The Symphonic Synergy' September/October 2027 European Tour

After selling out London's iconic Royal Albert Hall in less than three days, Dutch symphonic metallers EPICA have announced "The Symphonic Synergy" European tour. The band will take a full orchestra and choir to some of Europe's most spectacular venues. Fans in 10 countries will be able to experienc...

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BUCKCHERRY's STEVIE D. Opens Up About Deadly South Carolina Crash Involving Band's Tour Bus

In a new interview with Laughing Monkey With Shawn Ratches, BUCKCHERRY guitarist Stevie Dacanay (a.k.a. Stevie D.) spoke about the multi-vehicle accident that BUCKCHERRY's tour bus was involved in on August 21. According to a post on the band's social media at the time, one person had died in the mu...

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NEVERMORE, METAL CHURCH, MASTERPLAN And LYNCH MOB Among Confirmed Bands For ProgPower USA 2027

NEVERMORE, METAL CHURCH, MASTERPLAN, LYNCH MOB and ELUVEITIE are among the confirmed artists for next year's ProgPower USA festival, set to take place September 9-11, 2027 in Atlanta, Georgia. The full lineup for ProgPower USA XXVI is as follows: Thursday, September 9, 2027 ADVENT HORIZON (USA) SILE...

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STEVEN WILSON Announces 'Requiem For A Village' Album, Shares Title Track

Six-times-Grammy Award-nominated musician, songwriter and producer Steven Wilson has announced details of his forthcoming ninth studio album. "Requiem For A Village" arrives via Fiction Records on Friday, November 6. A wide array of formats will be available, including digitally, CD, Blu-ray, 140g t...

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MÖTLEY CRÜE Celebrates 45 Years Of 'Too Fast For Love' With Definitive Deluxe Limited Edition

"Do You Remember? Well, We Remember." Forty-five years ago, the four members of MÖTLEY CRÜE introduced themselves to the world with a record that was raw and unapologetic and launched one of rock's most notorious and enduring careers. Today, MÖTLEY CRÜE announced a special 45th-anniversary limited...

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TONY IOMMI Releases 'World Alone' Limited-Edition Seven-Inch Single

On July 29, Tony Iommi, founding member of BLACK SABBATH, announced his brand-new studio album, "From The Dark", and premiered the first single from it, "World Alone", to critical and fan acclaim. Racking up 2.5 million streams and heavy global radio playlisting since its release, "World Alone" is a...

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RIK EMMETT Says First Leg Of TRIUMPH's 'Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded' Tour Was 'Unbelievably Great': 'I Did Not Expect It To Be As Good As It Was'

In a new interview with Meltdown of Detroit's WRIF radio station, TRIUMPH singer/guitarist Rik Emmett spoke about the legendary Canadian rockers' recently completed first tour in more than 30 years. For the 2026 trek, TRIUMPH's original members Emmett and drummer/vocalist Gil Moore were joined by gu...

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70000 TONS OF METAL Cruise Announces Public Sales And First Half Of 2027 Lineup

70000 Tons Of Metal, the original, the world's biggest heavy metal cruise, just announced that public sales for the 2027 sailing will begin on Monday, September 7, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. EDT / 18:00 CET via 70000tons.com. Join the United Nations Of Heavy Metal at sea and experience heavy metal in an ent...

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SAXON Announces 25th Studio Album 'Gods Of Thunder', Shares Title Track

British heavy metal legends SAXON return with "Gods Of Thunder", their new studio album that draws on history, fantasy, horror, ancient mythology, pagan rites and the enduring spirit of rock 'n' roll. "Gods Of Thunder" is set for release via Silver Lining Music on January 22, 2027. The brand new sin...

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Legendary VAN HALEN Drummer ALEX VAN HALEN Receives Royal Decoration: Knight Of The Order Of The Netherlands Lion

Legendary VAN HALEN drummer Alexander Arthur "Alex" Van Halen has been awarded the royal decoration "Ridder in de Orde van de Nederlandse Leeuw" (Knight in the Order of the Lion of the Netherlands). Alex received the highest civilian knighthood of the Netherlands in Nijmegen, where he and his brothe...

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EPICA Announces 25th-Anniversary Celebration At London's Royal Albert Hall

EPICA's 25th anniversary has only just begun, and the Dutch symphonic metallers are excited to share the next celebration plans: On October 6, 2027, the band will perform a U.K.-exclusive show at London's legendary Royal Albert Hall as part of "The Symphonic Synergy" tour. In 2024, EPICA performed f...

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PHIL COLLEN Says Fans Might Have To Wait Until 2028 For DEF LEPPARD's Next Album: 'It'll Be Ready When It's Ready'

In a new interview with Chile's Radio Futuro, DEF LEPPARD guitarist Phil Collen spoke about the band's upcoming follow-up to the "Diamond Star Halos" album, which came out in 2022. DEF LEPPARD's new LP will include the song "Rejoice", which was released in late January ahead of the band's return to...

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AMON AMARTH Shares 'Eight Legs Of Thunder' Single From Upcoming 'The Allfather Awakens' Album

Swedish death metallers AMON AMARTH return with "Eight Legs Of Thunder", a steamrolling new anthem inspired by Sleipnir, the legendary eight-legged steed of Oden. Driven by a galloping main riff and a powerful, sing-along chorus, the track charges headlong through Norse mythology while its accompany...